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Dredging ends, new beach sparkles The contractor, Great Lakes Dock and Dredge, has been used for all but one of the Island’s large renourishments. BY TOM VAUGHT SUN STAFF WRITER | tvaught @amisun.com

BRADENTON BEACH – Life along the beach is returning to normal this week after the renourishment project ended two weekends ago. During the nighttime, Great Lakes Dock and Dredge picked up the pipes that ran along the beach and staged its renourishment dredge, generator boat and other floating equipment near Egmont Key. Bulldozers were still active on the beach tilling the sand and knocking down escarpments - little cliffs created by wave erosion. According to Michelle Pfeiffer, spokeswoman for the project, the final portion of the project

along Cortez and Coquina beaches was done in 11 days. They put down roughly 165,000 cubic yards of sand, at a cost of about $5.5 million. Pfeiffer said the staging area for equipment at Manatee Public Beach should be cleared by the end of this week or early next week. At the Manatee Public Beach lifeguard tower last Friday, Lifeguard/EMT Roberto Pena and Lifeguard Marshall Greene were keeping an eye on the growing crowd of beachgoers. There was a lot more beach for them to survey. “They built this sand up so it is higher,” said Pena. “North and south of here, the beach was extended further into the Gulf.” Jim Romig, of Des Moines, Iowa, was sitting near the, Anna Maria Beach Café where people were lined up for a late breakfast or an early lunch. When asked if he knew about the renourishment, he said yes. “In fact, it was a renourishment that got us to discover Anna Maria Island,” he said. “We used to go to Lido Beach, and one year they said there would be a beach renourishment so we decided to find another place. We ended up renting a threebedroom house on Magnolia Avenue for the price see dredging, page 51 PHOTOSFROMTHEAIR.COM | SUN

City spends more than it makes The recently released 2012-2013 audit of the city budget reveals continued overspending. BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN CORRESPONDENT

BRADENTON BEACH – City officials overspent their budget over the last two years by more than $600,000, according to a report prepared by auditor Randy Dillingham. At a work session last week, Dill-

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ingham said the city’s expenditures exceeded revenues by $266,314 in the fiscal year from Oct. 1, 2012 to Sept. 31, 2013, and by $386,012 the fiscal year before that. “That’s been two years of excess expenditures,” he told commissioners. “If you add those together, you’re close to $600,000.” Five years ago, the city had $1.8 million in its general fund. Two years ago, the balance was $1.5 million. Last year it was $1,000,050.

“At this rate we’d basically be out of cash in two or three years,” said Mayor Bill Shearon. At the close of the recent fiscal year, the net worth of city assets was $8.1 million, down $272,057 from the previous year. On the bright side, the city brought in $200,000 unexpected revenues last year and has no debt obligations. The Tingley Library fund is in good shape, see BUDGET, page 51

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Here's lookin' at you - Island Affaire features Bertie Higgins The annual fundraiser will be held on Saturday, April 12, at the Island Community Center. BY PAT COPELAND SUN STAFF WRITER | pcopeland@amisun.com

ANNA MARIA – This year’s Island Affaire, "Just Another Day in Paradise," on Saturday, April 12, will feature entertainment by international recording artist Bertie Higgins. Higgins, who grew up in Tarpon Springs, left college and became drummer for the Tommy Roe band, The Roemans. The band toured the world, starring alongside the Rolling Stones, the Beach Boys, Tom Jones, Roy Orbison, the Dave Clark Five and more. Higgins left The Roemans, returned to Florida, began playing a guitar and writing

music and lyrics. In 1980, he moved to Atlanta, and there he wrote and recorded “Key Largo,” which became an international hit. Other hit singles, including “Just Another Day in Paradise,” “Casablanca” and “Pirates and Poets,” followed. For the past several years, Higgins and his group, The Band of Pirates, have toured extensively around the globe.

The Affaire

The Affaire will be held in the Grande Ballroom at the Center and include a champagne reception, an open bar and a selection of hors d’oeuvres beginning at 6 p.m.; a dinner catered by Harry’s Continental Kitchens with a dessert bar; live and silent auctions and entertainment. Individual tickets are $175, and tables of eight or 10 are available. There also is the option of attending the Pre-

Affaire VIP party at 5 p.m., which includes special entertainment, VIP seating and a private auction preview for Higgins $250 per person. Black tie is preferred. The Center will provide valet parking services. Seating is limited, so reserve your seats today. RSVP by May 10 to Wende Webb at wendew@myamicc.com or by calling 941-778-1908, ext. 9203. Sponsorships for the Affaire are available by contacting Webb and include Diamond, $10,000; Gold, $5,000; Silver, $2,500; VIP Table, $2,000; Bronze, $1,000; and Underwriters, $250 to $999.

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Season finale Guest cello soloist Felice Magendanz Farrell, from Little Rock, Ark., performs Haydn Cello Concerto with the Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus and Orchestra (AMICCO) at the Mozart and Haydn concert on Sunday, March 23. AMICCO’s 2013-2014 season concluded with this concert. The first concert of next season will be the annual Holiday Concert on Dec. 2 at CrossPointe Fellowship in Holmes Beach.

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Holmes Beach Police Chief Bill Tokajer shows one of the new signs that will be installed in the middle of the city’s crosswalks to get motorists’ attention. PAT COPELAND | SUN

MARCH 26, 2014

Mayor proposes gondola over Anna Maria Sound

The gondola could transport people from a parking area on the Causeway to the public beach parking lot. BY PAT COPELAND SUN STAFF WRITER | pcopeland@amisun.com

Bridge work overnight The eastbound and westbound lanes of Cortez Road West on the Cortez Bridge will be closed intermittently from 9 p.m. each night to 5 a.m. each morning Monday, March 31, through Wednesday, April 2. Motorists should use caution and expect possible short-term delays as the result of bridge maintenance work.

Libel lawsuit dismissed Contractor John Agnelli has dismissed his libel lawsuit against Holmes Beach Commissioner Jean Peelen. The dismissal with prejudice was filed March 19. The original lawsuit claimed Peelen made libelous statements in a Sept. 30, 2012, newsletter that harmed Agnelli’s reputation.

Blood drive at Center There will be a blood drive at the Island Community Center on Wednesday, March 26, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. All donors will receive a free T-shirt and a wellness checkup, including blood pressure, iron count and cholesterol screening. Drop in or make an appointment at www.oneblooddonor.org and use sponsor code #MAMCC. Photo ID required.

Dragon boat racers needed

HOLMES BEACH – Mayor Carmel Monti’s bold plan for a gondola system, a pavilion and a parking garage at Manatee Public Beach was met with kudos at last week’s meeting of Island elected officials. “I love it! You are a real visionary,” Bradenton Beach Commissioner Jan Vosburgh exclaimed after the presentation. “We talk about being stuck in traffic for hours and about embellishing the trolley system,” Monti began. “I went on line and found a gondola company.” He said the company makes a smaller version of the ones used in Vail, Colo. The Colorado model moves 3,600 people an hour while the smaller version moves 500 to 600 people an hour. “In this configuration, you have room for chairs, umbrellas, coolers – the things you don’t have room for on the trolley. If we could move 500 people from a parking lot on the other side (of the bridge)

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This illustration shows Holmes Beach Mayor Carmel Monti’s proposed gondola system to transport people from the mainland to Manatee Public Beach. to a parking structure here, we could get a lot of people out of their cars.” “It’s a mile-and-a-half from the Harbour Isle (on the Palma Sola Causeway) complex to the center of the public beach parking lot. If you look at a big bridge, it would be an eyesore, and it still won’t solve the traffic problem.” He said the gondola system would cost $5 to 7 million per mile or about $10 million. “It’s a way for us to start dealing with congestion,” he concluded.

The Island Community Center is looking for people to join its team for a dragon boat race in Bradenton at the Riverwalk on Saturday, March 29, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The fee is $30 per person. There will be dry dock training at the boat launch at 63rd Street in Holmes Beach on Wednesday, March 19, at 5:30 p.m. There will be two practices on the water at the race site on March 27 and 28, times to be announced. Call Melinda Bradway at 860-997-4251 for information.

Correction Head Quarters Salon owners Carol Conte and Parke Finold are not wedding planners. A story in last week’s Sun incorrectly reported that they were.

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Holmes Beach Mayor Carmel Monti’s proposed beach changing cabanas.

Parking garage and pavilion

Monti’s slide show presentation included a proposal for a permanent pavilion on the south side of the public beach parking lot to be used for art festivals and other events. “It could have a deck and a solid top,” he said. “Most of the events we have in in the city hall park have 40 to 50 vendors, and this could accommodate more. “We could have farmer ’s markets and other large events. The other good thing is it’s right next to the parking garage.” Monti showed a three-story parking garage and noted, “Parking structures don’t have to be ugly. You could have a very open look with each terrace floor very nicely landscaped. The concept is to be more of a hub instead of a parking garage.” He said there could be three floors, each 10 feet high, and “the bottom floor would be surrounded by bike rentals, electric vehicles, sundry shops, etc. The second floor would be office space or even residential. The third floor could be left open for events like the sock hops they used to have.”

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City center plan includes boardwalk at marina The boardwalk would feature retail kiosks and chairs and umbrella tables. BY PAT COPELAND SUN STAFF WRITER | pcopeland@amisun.com

HOLMES BEACH – Brian Check, project manager for Mainsail, said the company is on board with a boardwalk at its marina along Marina Drive beside Wells Fargo Bank. The boardwalk has been a part of Mayor Carmel Monti’s city center plan for the area around the intersection of Marina and Gulf drives. The plan would include making the area more pedestrian and bike friendly and offer amenities to draw people to the area. Originally Monti showed the boardwalk along the Marina Drive side of the marina, with retail barges in the marina. However, Check suggested a 35- to 40-foot boardwalk extending over some of the present boat slips and wrapping around the side by the bank. Monti said there could be kiosks on the boardwalk where people could get gelato, espresso, cut flowers, produce and the like. “Once people get something they

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An artist's rendering of kiosks on the boardwalk along Mainsail's marina.

could sit down at a table with an umbrella,” Monti pointed out. “The thought was to give more things downtown where people will congregate and walk and bike to.” Monti showed sketches by John Stanton featuring a row of kiosks, an ice cream stand, fencing, a dock entrance

and chairs and umbrella tables. “The kiosks would be like the ones at any shopping mall and would be portable and changeable,” Building Official Tom O’Brien added. In other business the group: • Discussed developing a drainage plan for the entire area;

• Agreed that a right of way plan is needed; • Agreed that the two crosswalks in the area function well, but another is needed to connect the shopping centers; • Discussed installing a sidewalk along the S&S Plaza side of Gulf Drive.

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MARCH 26, 2014

EDITORIAL Favorites emerge

ho's number one? It's one of the most debated questions asked anywhere and everywhere people gather, whether it be at the office water cooler, in a sports bar or, nowadays, online in website chat rooms and comment sections. The quest to be the favorite, the top dog, the best at whatever endeavor we undertake is universal and never ending. And it takes on special significance this time each year, as March rolls around and one of the most hotly contested competitions plays out right before our eyes. No, we're not talking about the NCAA college basketball tournament now going on, although that does seem to be generating some small amount of interest. We are, of course, referring to our own version of March Madness, The Sun's 13th Annual Readers' Choice Awards, the Island's original contest to determine readers' favorites in more than 100 categories. From your favorite grouper sandwich, ice cream shop or hair stylist to the most popular dentist, romantic restaurant or beach resort, this contest has something for everyone. This year, ballots were cast from locations throughout the U.S. and as far away as Europe, with the results being tallied by an independent, off-Island firm in Florida. It is, of course, a popularity contest designed for entertainment and not a scientific sampling. The voting process is inclusive and open to anyone over the age of 18. Rather than restrict those who can play, we're happy to include everyone in the game. Congratulations to the winners, who now can claim bragging rights for another year. And a big thank you to all who participated and helped make the 2014 Readers' Choice Awards a winner once again.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Cortez fest crew says thanks The Sun's readers have voted the Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival their favorite for the third year in a row. F.I.S.H. and the festival committee truly thank every one of you who took the time to place a vote. We are honored by your support. This year's festival was a huge success. The weather cooperated, the people came out and we had a grand old time. Our incomparable volunteers (which includes the committee} did their best to give everyone a true Cortez welcome and experience. A special thanks to the police and emergency crew, our sponsors, John Banyas and his staff, the set-up crew who did an amazing job in a very short time and the artists who transformed the festival area. Thank you all...see you next year! Linda Molto and the Crew

Farewell, Neil A long time Island friend passed away this week with no fanfare at 100 years old. Neil Messinger knew many of us when we grew up on Anna Maria Island. He was a regular at Rich's Drug Store (Sun & Surf now) for meals and 9 cent coffee. I waited on him as a server along with many Island kids. He was always there for many of us that needed advice or just to talk. Neil passed with no family, just his

Island family. Special thanks to Air & Energy for allowing Neil to go to the shop for years to "work" and for supplying a recliner so he could take naps as he got older. The Moon's made sure he was taken care of on his daily bus trip from town to the Island. The idea of free transit for citizens over 80 came to me two years ago because of people like Neil. Neil never went to a doctor and made an impression on those he supported and befriended all these years. Special thanks to Bonnie at Air & Energy for watching him and especially to Julie of Air & Energy for letting him live on the Island his last year with her. No one deserves to be alone and with the kind hearts of the Moon's, Bonnie and Julie, Neil was not alone. You will be missed my friend, and thanks for your contribution on this earth from all the Island kids. Carol Whitmore Holmes Beach

Stop signs on 2nd Ave. beneficial I am in total disagreement with complaints regarding the new four way stop signs our police chief has had installed on Second Avenue. Despite the assertion of Commissioner Peelen that this is the "hidden Island secret," this is a very heavily used street and just about anybody who comes to the Island on a regular basis knows it is a way around congestion during school

slow zone times and when Gulf Drive is at a crawl. It is about time there is some control of traffic on this street. It is also about time there were speed limit signs put up. One block, in particular, was an accident looking for a place to happen. There was not stop on Second Avenue and a homeownerâ€™s shrubbery was so tall that you could not see traffic coming from Gulf Drive. I was almost hit there two times by someone running the stop sign. Now all four ways have to stop. Also, our great code enforcement had the shrubbery, which is in the public right of way, cut down so there is no interference in vision. As I said, I have no problem at all with the new stop signs; they keep people at a reasonable speed on this street and still avoid the slow zone at the school and the dead-stopped traffic on Gulf Drive. And again, contrary to the commissionerâ€™s assertion, this street is not a hidden Island secret. Lots of out of state license plates are seen on this street. I would like to see speed limit signs put up on more residential streets. Maybe this will stop some of the fast driving where people are walking, riding bikes and just doing normal things on streets that have no sidewalks. see LETTERS, page 7

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on the agenda

LAST WEEK’S QUESTION: What should Bradenton Beach do about a noise ordinance?

Anna Maria

25%

52%

Put super strict limits in place and get rid of live outdoor music.

Impose reasonable limits related to time of day and decibel levels but not so strict as to eliminate live outdoor music.

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3/27: Commission meeting, 6 p.m. 4/1: Planning and Zoning Board, 6 p.m. For information, call 7086130.

Bradenton Beach 107 Gulf Drive N.

4/2: Pier Team, 11 a.m. 4/3: Community Redevelopment Agency/Capital Improvement Projects, 1:30 p.m. 4/3: Commission work session, 6 to 6:45 p.m., fol-

lowed by meeting, 7 p.m. For information, call 7781005.

Holmes Beach 5801 Marina Drive

3/26: Charter Review Commission, 9 a.m. 3/27: Island Congestion Committee, 9:30 a.m. 3/27: Commission work session, 7 p.m. 4/2: Parks and Beautification Advisory Board, 5 p.m. 4/2: Planning Commission, 7 p.m. For information, call 7085800.

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Hand out ear plugs to everyone on the street.

THIS WEEK’S SURVEY The top five reasons to build a Coloradostyle gondola to the mainland:

23%

• Could introduce a whole new way to troll for grouper. • Brings more tourists to our touriststarved Island. • Would go well with

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a snow skiing resort on AMI. • Could be a new favorite sunset spot. • All of the above. • None of the above.

To vote, go to www.amisun.com or scan this code to vote by smartphone. But don't just vote – let us know what else you think. Send your comments about this week's topic to news@amisun.com or post them in the comments section of our website.

Results are printed on this page every week in the Anna Maria Island Sun.

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Wednesday March 26

Early Settler’s Bread for sale, AMI Historical Museum, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., $5. “Florida Friendly Landscaping” lecture, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 2 p.m.

Thursday March 27

Quilting group, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 10 a.m. Bingo, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St. N., Bradenton Beach, doors open at 6:30 p.m., play at 7 p.m. Refreshments available for purchase.

Friday March 28

LETTERS FROM PAGE 6

Signs could be placed at the beginning of each block. Example: Holmes Boulevard and 65th Street, Holmes and Marina, etc. Melissa Snyder Holmes Beach

Festivals benefit nonprofits Each year Gulf Drive, one of Anna Maria’s musical groups, performs benefit concerts for an Island non-profit organization. Again this year, Gulf Drive teamed up with the Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus and Or-

chestra to raise money for AMICCO. Both the 10th Annual Jazz Fest and the 4th Annual Oldies Beach Dance raised more than $1,800. I would like to thank my fellow musicians, Ted Young and Koko Ray, for providing their musical and entertainment talents. Our shows would not have been a success without them. Thanks also to Ed Chiles for providing the Sandbar Restaurant Wedding Pavilion at absolutely no cost, Jeannie Pickwick and Nancy Ambrose as well as others from AMICCO and The Anna Maria Island Sun for their support. Next year we hope to top the

$2,000 mark and already have started to make our plans to reach this goal. We hope that all Island businesses as well as the Anna Maria, Bradenton Beach and Holmes Beach city halls will commit their full support toward raising money for one of the Island’s numerous non-profit organizations, the Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus & Orchestra. If you are interested in getting in on the early planning, please contact AMICCO at (941) 799-2181 or Gulf Drive at (941) 778-0173. Bil Bowdish Holmes Beach

Estate planning seminar, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 2 p.m. Sixth annual Robinson Preserve Fit2Run Twilight 5K Run, Robinson Preserve, 99th Street Northwest and 17th Avenue Northwest, Bradenton. Registration, 3 p.m.; children’s, 5:30 p.m.; main race, 6:45 p.m. Register at www.Fit2Run.com.

Saturday March 29

Author Tim Dorsey to speak, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 2 p.m.

Sunday

March 30

Bridge Street Market, Bradenton Beach, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Beach Market, Coquina Beach, Bradenton Beach, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday March 31

Chair yoga, Anna Maria Island Art League, 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach, 1 to 1:45 p.m. Register at artleagueami@gmail.com or call 778-2099.

Tuesday April 1

Children’s story time, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 10 a.m.

Wednesday April 2

Early Settler’s Bread for sale, AMI Historical Museum, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., $5. Gulf Coast Writers, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 1 p.m. Mana-Tweens Book Club, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 6 p.m.

Thursday April 3

Knitting, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 2 p.m. Bingo, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St. N., Bradenton Beach, doors open at 6:30 p.m., play at 7 p.m. Refreshments available for purchase. SEE CALENDAR, PAGE 8

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Board debates pros and cons of charter changes Members will determine their positions on changing the terms of office and term limits on March 26. BY PAT COPELAND

SUN STAFF WRITER | pcopeland@amisun.com

HOLMES BEACH – Charter review commission members discussed changing the two-year terms of office, imposing term limits and adding height and density limits to the charter, but did not make any decisions on recommendations. “We may want to go to three or four years,” member David Cheshire said regarding terms of commissioners and advantages of longer terms would be that “it takes a significant amount of time and hands on experience to really build a practical knowledge of how the city operates, who the people are, what the processes are and how to work with your fellow commissioners, the mayor and department heads.” He said it takes six to nine months to reach effectiveness and after 1 1/2 years the commissioner must begin campaigning for reelection. Member Pam Leckie agreed and said it would give continuity for the staff and that “it puts great pressure on the community to have an election every two years.” Chair Bob Johnson disagreed and noted, “The more often the community is involved, the better off we are. One

of the advantages is that we have is having different people with different skills coming in at different times.” Member Jim Plath pointed out that it is a “performance review every two years” and that “the learning curve is one-time experience.” He advocated two years, as did member David Lester.

The more often the

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Commissioner Pat Morton said one advantage to the current term is that it is only a two-year commitment, but a disadvantage is that it takes time to reach effectiveness. He said campaigning also takes time and money, and he spends about $2,000 on an election. Commissioner Jean Peelen cited the learning curve and said she thought she was experienced because of having worked for the federal government, but “I was so wrong. Working at the local level is so totally different.” She said she spent $2,000 to $3,000 campaigning and that it took four to five months in office before she knew what she was doing. She advocated three-year terms. Resident Lisa Pierce pointed out, “We want to encourage citizen participation, not a career.”

Term of mayor

Most members felt differently about the term of the mayor and said it should be three or four years. “The mayor is the CEO and must

better off we are.” Bob Johnson Chair have much deeper level of knowledge and interaction to do the job effectively,” Cheshire said, and Leckie and Lester agreed. Morton advocated four years because “the mayor could lose all the progress he or she has made.” Peelen favored three or four years, and said the mayor has spent a lot of time building relationships with city and county officials, which could be lost. “Its imperative to have a longer tenure for the mayor,” Police Chief Bill Tokajer said. “Look at the projects that he’s started to implement. Some of those are going take more than two years when you are coordinating with all those other entities involved.” Mayor Carmel Monti advocated three years for commissioners and four for

the mayor and said the learning curve is six months to a year. Treasurer Lori Hill agreed with Monti on the mayor's term and said, “It’s a lot of change in two years. Four years is a better choice.” Johnson felt differently and said, “I look at four years and kind of shudder. I could compromise at three. I still think the for the community to speak is absolutely important.”

Term limits

Lester said voters can lose good legislators when they term out and that “if somebody is in office for 20 years, it’s because people like what they are doing.” However, Plath pointed out, “I understand the benefit of longer terms if you have good qualified people. If not, it could be a lifetime.” Leckie stressed, “I’ve never seen term limits that are successful. You are taking away some of the citizens’ rights because if they don’t like it (what the officials are doing) they can vote them out.” Plath, Lester and Johnson agreed, and Johnson asked, “Why would you want to throw out somebody who’s doing the right kind of job?” Cheshire said he had mixed feelings and that “the voters can impose term limits,” but some people can get stale after too many years in office." see charter, page 10

Commission sets priorities The Commissioners also discussed preventing homeowners from turning the ground floor area of elevated homes into living space. BY TOM VAUGHT SUN STAFF WRITER | tvaught@amisun.com

ANNA MARIA – The city commission discussed several topics at a work session last week and then set priorities to a list of problems and concerns gleaned over the recent past. The list of priorities, some of which are being actively pursued, are: 1. Establishing paid parking; 2. Changing the traffic ordinance; 3. Setting fines for unlawful activity in Gulf Front Park and developing a system for people to help keep it trimmed; 4. Renaming the six lots at Pine Avenue and North Bay Boulevard; 5. Revising the special events permit; 6. Allowing Little Free Libraries in yards. 7. Dealing with sandwich board signs and allowing for exceptions for some businesses; 8. Dealing with residential setbacks and

through lots; 9. Adopting the International Property Maintenance Code; 10. Making a wish list for the $350,000 cell tower payment the city will receive this year; 11. Setting up a tree bank; 12. Raising the mayor’s salary; 13. Developing audio visual streaming on websites.

Ground floor living

Before setting the priorities, Building Official Bob Welch discussed the flood prevention ordinance the city is adopting in order to comply with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). He said the city needs to prevent people from turning the ground level of elevated houses into living areas in violation of FEMA rules. Welch said under the new ordinance, he would have to have homeowners take out the living facilities in the ground level. “If we leave it, FEMA might come some day and take a survey of homes to catch violations,” he said, adding if FEMA finds too many violations, it could take away the discounts for Federal Flood Insurance that property owners now enjoy.

Commissioner Dale Woodland asked if the city could do an inspection of all the elevated homes. “If you suspect it is illegal, you can get an inspection warrant,” said City Attorney Jim Dye. “You have to notify the homeowner when you intend to get one.” Mayor SueLynn said she was opposed to having ground floors under elevated homes concealed by lattice or breakaway walls. Commissioner Chuck Webb asked if they could require owners of homes with concealed ground floors to allow them to inspect the homes. “I’m really wary when government gets unfettered access to private property,” Dye replied. Commissioner Doug Copeland asked what they could do. Webb said he thought the city could require inspections. “I understand you can do what you want under the flood prevention ordinance as long as it’s more stringent than the state standard.” The law allows homeowners to enclose the ground level under an elevated home as long as it allows floodwater to pass through via breakaway walls, lattice walls or no walls. The

enclosed area can be no more than 50 percent of the home’s area. “Fifty percent is huge,” said Commissioner Dale Woodland. The commission agreed to ask Dye to see if that area could be lowered and said they would tackle the problem later.

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Last year the city ended up returning a donation from Rex Hagen for landscaping, bathrooms and parking at the six lots park because they did not want parking or toilets. They discussed accepting money from the private sector for public projects, “When you get funding with strings attached, it’s bad,” said SueLynn. “I opposed it then, and I oppose it now.” They talked about the city of Longboat Key, which got money from private residents for a city center and the money all went into one fund. The donors had no say about where their money went for the project. “I don’t like it when an agreement limits future decisions, said Webb. The commissioners agreed to continue talk on that subject later.

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Sweet Swede Local resident Britta Adams celebrated her 100th birthday on March 17. She had 24 family members here for the weekend – two sons and a daughter, eight grandchildren and 13 greatgrandchildren. Adams lives at the Shores and worships at the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation in Holmes Beach. She was born in Stockholm, Sweden, and came to America at age 13. SUBMITTED

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Island gridlock again after car punches through bridge railing For the second time in a month, traffic to and from Anna Maria Island was brought to a standstill due to an accident on one of the bridges. This time, a Jeep lost traction in the rain on the Anna Maria Island Bridge Monday around 1:30 p.m. and ran into the railing, according to police. The unidentified driver was unhurt and the Jeep suffered damage to its undercarriage, but a four-foot hole was punched in a section of

concrete bridge railing. The bridge was closed to all traffic for more than 1 1/2 hours until a bridge inspector from the Florida Department of Transportation arrived and deemed it safe to use. Eastbound traffic leaving the Island was diverted south to the Cortez Bridge, basically creating gridlock up and down the Island. Tall boat traffic, meanwhile, also had to wait about 90 minutes until the span on the AMI Bridge could be raised.

Shortly after 3 p.m. the bridge on Manatee Avenue was reopened and the backup of cars and boats slowly thinned out. Traffic also was halted three weeks ago when a teenage runaway stole a truck and led police on a high-speed chase through the Island, smashing into 23 vehicles before crashing on the Cortez Bridge. The bridge remained closed for about four hours.

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Height and density limits

Prior to the discussion, Cheshire asked City Attorney Patricia Petruff the difference between the comprehensive plan and the land development code (LDC). Petruff said both are mandated by the state and the comprehensive plan is “your overall policy document that governs your city’s land use with goals, objectives and policies. The LDC gives the details of how you are going to accomplish those

goals, objectives and policies.” Cheshire asked if the city is allowed to place controls on height and density in the charter, and Petruff replied, “Everything I know about putting these types of restrictions in your charter has not turned out in a good way for those local governments that tried to do it. They got mired in litigation. I don’t think I would recommend it.” Leckie asked how citizens could be protected from high-rise development, and Johnson noted that it takes

only three votes to change the current 36-foot height limit. Petruff said the height is in the comprehensive plan, so it would have to be a comprehensive plan change. Johnson asked how easy it is to change he comprehensive plan, and Petruff said it would require several public hearings, a review by the state and the state or citizens can challenge the change. Leckie asked if they could require a super majority to change the city’s

LDC, and Petruff said they could put that in the charter. They all agreed that they support the concept, but are unsure how to accomplish it. Petruff said she would research the issue and that she has no objection to a “fairly simple statement in the charter.” At their next meeting on Wednesday, March 26, at 9 a.m., members plan to determine their positions on these issues and also discuss a city manager form of government

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No bond for suspect, arraignment set The court set a $7,500 bond on Andrew James Helderman for the charge of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, but denied bond for the charge of attempted second-degree murder. BY TOM VAUGHT SUN STAFF WRITER | tvaught@amisun.com

HOLMES BEACH â€“ Andrew James Helderman remains in jail following his arrest for attempted murder and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. According to the Holmes Beach police, Helderman was arrested early Saturday, March 15, after an officer threatened to shoot him if he did not stop beating and stabbing Nichol Sobr. On March 21, Helderman pled not guilty to the charges and demanded a jury trial. The state assigned

Franklin Roberts, of Bradenton, as his attorney. He will be arraigned on Friday, April 4, at 9 a.m. in the courtroom of Judge John F. Lakin. According to the probable cause affidavit, he stabbed Sobr in the neck, close to her carotid artery. If he slashed that artery, Sobr could have died. A third roommate, Michael Fitzpatrick, tried to stop Helderman from beating Sobr by hitting Helderman in and around his head, taking out a chunk of his ear. When Holmes Beach police officer Steve Ogline entered the bathroom where Sobr had been crying for help, he saw Helderman straddling the woman, who was laying face up in the bathtub. Her face was covered with blood. When Ogline yelled for him to stop, Helderman turned and looked at Ogline, and Ogline said Heldermanâ€™s eyes were dilated and he had a â€œwild lookâ€? about him.

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Noise ordinance a done deal The music and business community is pleased with new sound regulations. BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN CORRESPONDENT

BRADENTON BEACH – Final revisions to the Bradenton Beach noise ordinance pleased business owners, musicians and fans, but broke the heart of one civic-minded resident. In a surprise turn of events, commissioners unanimously approved Police Chief Sam Speciale’s recommendation that decibel readings be taken at property line of the person making a noise complaint, rather than the property line of the entertainment venue producing the sound. Speciale shared this view during Thursday’s fifth and final public hearing on noise ordinance amendments. Before he spoke, numerous business owners and residents touted the cultural and economic benefits of live music. Earlier in the meeting, Speciale and Planning Official Alan Garrett provided a volume comparison demonstration in the city hall parking lot. Speciale played recorded music through a PA system while Garrett stood at various distances and raised his hand when

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Planning Official Alan Garrett raises his hand to indicate a volume threshold reached during last week’s noise ordinance demonstration the decibel meter indicated 65 and 75 decibels. The intent was to assist commissioners in determining volume allowances for the evening time frame. Addressing commission for the first time on this matter, Speciale said, “The police department is going to enforce whatever the commission approves. The one concern I have is that I truly believe it should be at

the point of complaint. Our original noise ordinance was at the point of complaint, and we saw outside that the sound is less as it travels farther.” Commissioners also accepted decibel limits recommended by the planning and zoning board (P&Z). Live entertainment performed in a commercial district will have a volume allowance of 85 decibels until 7 p.m.

and drop to 75 decibels between 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Outdoor and open-air performances will end no later than 10 p.m. Fully enclosed establishments are allowed 65 decibels until 1 a.m. and lower volume allowances remain in place for residential districts. The P&Z board recommendations were based on the premise that readings would occur at or near an establishment’s property line. Site of complaint enforcement allows musicians greater volume flexibility, but may prove inconvenient for those seeking a quieter lifestyle. A responding officer will now travel to the complainant to take a decibel reading from their property line. If it falls within allowed levels, the complainant has no recourse, other than to seek relief through the courts. If the reading exceeds allowed levels, first time offenders will receive a warning before a citation is issued. Businesses will also be required to secure an entertainment license that is subject to suspension for repeated violations. Smart phone applications are available for those who wish to take non-enforceable sample readings for compliance or complaint purposes. see noise, page 43

Tree house owners granted reprieve The code board was ordered to grant a stay from its Sept 12 order imposing a fine of $100 per day. BY PAT COPELAND SUN STAFF WRITER | pcopeland@amisun.com

HOLMES BEACH – Tree house owners Lynn Tran and Richard Hazen have been granted a stay from the code enforcement board’s Sept. 12 order imposing a fine of $100 per day for failure to come into compliance with city code. Last year, the city’s building depart-

ment ruled that the tree house at 103 29th Street was constructed without a permit and encroaches into the erosion control line. In July 2012, the code board found the couple in violation and ordered them to remove the violations or demolish the structure by Aug. 28. On Aug. 26, the couple’s attorney, David Levin, filed a notice of appeal and a motion to stay pending appeal of enforcement of the board’s July decision, and he tried unsuccessfully to argue that point before the code board Sept. 12. In October, Levin filed a motion of review of the stay order.

On March 17, Judge Janette Dunnigan ruled that: • The code board discussion was centered on whether it had discretion to consider the motion, and upon finding that it did, it denied the motion to stay “without discussion or analysis of when a stay is appropriate.” • The code board “should grant the stay unless there are special circumstances warranting the denial. In this case, no special circumstances exist,” so neither party is harmed by a delay in the proceedings while it is under appeal. • When it denied the stay, the board

gave Hazen/Tran three options – demolish the tree house, pay the fine or accrue an excessive fine while the matter is appealed. The judge said, “Any of these options result in great harm to the appellants in exercising their appeal right.” • The code board’s denial was “unreasonable and arbitrary” because “the board did not engage in any meaningful discussion as to whether the stay was the appropriate measure, and instead only seemed concerned that the appellants would receive ‘a free pass’ during the appellate process.”

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Bridge Tender Inn embraces the past and the future BY LOUISE BOLGER SUN STAFF WRITER | lbolger@amisn.com

What’s more interesting than knowing the history of the streets you walk. Bridge Street in Bradenton Beach has changed so much in the past 15 years that’s it’s easy to forget where it began. In 1922 the first wooden bridge was built to Anna Maria Island connecting Cortez with Bradenton Beach. The bridge ended on what is today’s Bridge Street practically at the doorway of the historic Bayside Inn. What was left of the Bayside Inn was replaced with the Bridge Tender Inn & Dockside Bar in 1989, when Fred Bartizal bought the property resetting history. Now 25 years later, the Bridge Tender has established itself as an icon on Bridge Street known for serving good quality food with great service to both locals and visitors. While Bridge Street changed into a high end street with shops, restaurants and hotels the Bridge Tender Inn retained its own character and sense of timelessness. The popular restaurant has made changes down through the years, as well as some recent updates creating three separate bars and eating areas to accommodate everyone’s dining experience. Sue Shinka, the general manager, took me on a tour of their renovated dining room, which now contains a full bar and an additional set of sliding glass doors, letting in an abundance of light. Some of the original tables have been replaced with bistro tables, creating a more relaxed and fun place to have a casual dinner, a drink or watch a game. Adjacent to the main dining area, now called the Front Porch is the patio with another bar and outside tables across from the water. The patio has a new roof and the addition of side curtains and heaters, making this area a year 'round venue. Finally there is the Tiki Bar on the water side near the boat docks with a large bar and tables. Keeping with the inn’s attitude of creating a laid back and fun place, there is one menu available all day and in all three dining areas, as well as a full bar in each offering drink specials. Also, the patio and Tiki Bar

are dog friendly and offer doggie burgers. Some of the menu items are appetizers like peel and eat shrimp, fried oysters and coconut shrimp; sandwiches are crab cake, grouper Rueben, fish tacos, Cuban and burgers. There are also entrees like Atlantic salmon, pasta primavera and Gulf grouper, as well as soups and salads. There is entertainment at the Bridge Tender Inn 7 days a week in the patio bar, and starting shortly, they are also adding entertainment at the Tiki Bar in the afternoons. And getting to the Bridge Tender is easy whether you drive or boat. There are slips for visiting boaters if you turn in at marker 49, and parking is never a problem with a parking lot attendant available 7 days a week who will make sure you have a spot. After many years of being an absentee owner, Fred Bartizal has now retired from his medical career in Wisconsin and is having the time of his life overseeing the operation of the Bridge Tender. In medical

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135 Bridge Street Bradenton Beach 778-4848 www.tenderinn.com (new web-site coming soon) Sunday-Thursday: 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday & Saturday: 11:30 a.m. to midnight Happy hour: Monday-Friday 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. All major credit cards accepted school when Bartizal tended bar to help pay his tuition, he always wanted see tender, page 15

In sports the phrase “sweet spot” refers to the ideal position on the racquet, club or bat to strike the ball in order to get the maximum desired result. In investing, sweet spot refers to the segment of an asset class which may offer the best future return in the foreseeable future. Unlike the physics involved with striking a ball, there are never any guarantees to investment concepts, but looking for sweet spot opportunities can help keep risk in check, and hopefully, enhance returns. The area I’d like to review is the segment of the fixed income markets known as municipal bonds. The interest paid on municipal bonds is free from taxation by the federal government, so these securities are also called tax-free bonds. Municipal bonds are issued by state, county and city governments to help fund projects ranging from water and sewer facilities to building roads or municipal buildings. The tax free nature of the interest paid on these bonds makes them attractive to investors, particularly those in the top tax brackets. Historically, these bonds pay a lower rate of interest than a comparable quality bond issued by the federal government or a corporation. In other words, investors don’t demand as much yield on their investment if the income is not taxed. So, with 10-year U.S. Treasury bonds currently yielding around 2.7 percent, you would expect to see high quality municipal bonds yielding around 1.9 percent, or about 30 percent less yield to account for the tax-free nature of the income. Historically, this has been the case, but things changed starting in the 2008-2009 financial crisis. With some high profile municipal bankruptcies in recent years such as Detroit, Mich., Stockton, Calif., and Jefferson County, Ala., striking fear into the hearts of municipal bond buyers, we now have an inverted yield comparison. Instead of municipals yielding less than comparable federal or corporate bonds, they are yielding the same or more and still offer the tax-free advantage. So, currently, the average high quality municipal bond is yielding around 2.7 percent, the same level as a 10-year treasury bond. But, with the income being tax free that’s the same as earning 4.2 percent on a taxable bond for an investor in the 35 percent tax bracket. The difference becomes more pronounced if we start dipping down the quality scale a bit. High-yield bonds pay higher levels of interest because the issuer is not as financially strong. High-yield municipal bonds presently reward investors with 6.8 percent average yield. That’s the same net yield as earning

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Tyler’s expands Tyler’s Gourmet Ice Cream located at 11904 Cortez Road W., celebrating 30 years in business at Cortez, has opened a new store in Bradenton located at Pebble Springs Plaza, 5917 Manatee Ave. W. Tyler’s is family owned. Rob and Laura Alderson manage and operate the business, making their fresh gourmet ice cream at both locations.

In addition to hard gourmet ice cream you will find sorbet, soft serve and specialty items such as ice cream sandwiches, cakes and chocolate covered pineapples and bananas. All items can be packaged to go. Tyler’s Ice Cream can also be found at many of the favorite restaurants and the AMI General Store and Deli on the Island.

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to own a bar and is embracing this phase of his life. “If you can’t have fun why be in it," he said. He wants to thank his loyal staff and especially his three managers, Sue Shinka, Shannon Dunnan and Samantha Corhouse for giving him the flexibility to walk away from the inn and trust that it will run smoothly. And since this is their anniversary year, they will be celebrating all year with special events topped off with a big anniversary party in

November. In addition, during 2014 the Bridge Tender will be supporting Vintage Paws Senior Dog Sanctuary in Sarasota and will be having events to raise money for it. History has a way of repeating itself and the Bridge Tender Inn is moving history right along with itsown historic rewrite. On a street where some of the Island’s bygone days are no longer evident, the Bridge Tender Inn remains true to its past with an eye on the future.

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10.4 percent on a taxable bond! So, what about risk? Obviously municipalities don’t print money like the federal government, so we cannot assume the same level of guarantee of return of principal that you would have with a treasury bond. By using a mutual fund specializing in high quality or high yield municipals, you can gain instant diversification across hundreds of issuers. If one filed for bankruptcy, the impact on the portfolio would be minimal. For most investors, I believe a mutual fund or exchange traded fund

is the correct vehicle to obtain management expertise and diversification. With virtually every other fixed income investment category fully valued at present, municipal bonds offer compelling yields and the potential for moderate price appreciation. Tom Breiter is president of Breiter Capital Management, Inc., an Anna Maria based investment advisor. He can be reached at 778-1900. Some of the investment concepts highlighted in this column may carry the risk of loss of principal, and investors should determine appropriateness for their personal situation before investing. www.breitercapital.com

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Bridge Street development request modified Michael Hynds’ proposed project causes parking concerns for advisory board members BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN CORRESPONDENT

BRADENTON BEACH – Seeking guidance rather than approval for his revised Bridge Street development proposal, Michael Hynds left the March planning and zoning board meeting with no indication that support for his project is forthcoming. His revised plan still includes a 60-seat, second story, open-air restaurant at 119 Bridge Street in Bradenton Beach, but no longer includes short-term residential units at the rear of the property, abutting Third Street South. Hynds would like to increase the number of parking spaces from 10 to 15, and he pitched the idea of adding as many as five additional retail units. He said the ideal configuration would consist of 10 to 12 retail units, including the restaurant. Revisions also call for the main walkway to now be located at the center of the development. Hynds appeared at the March 12 planning board meeting looking for additional board input before submitting a revised plan for approval by the advisory board and city commissioners. Board members spoke positively of the proposed changes, but still object to a plan that does not provide parking for a 60-seat restaurant, a concern driven by the fact that the city does not require outdoor dining establishments to provide designated parking. The board fears the proposed development would contribute to Bridge Street congestion. According to Planning Official Alan Garrett, indoor eateries are required to provide one parking space for every three seats and an additional space for every two employees on duty during the heavi-

est daily work shift. This has led some in the business community to question the fairness of a developer being allowed to bypass similar requirements. Hynds told the planning board he intends to provide shuttle service to an offsite parking location, but is not required to do so. He feels he is being asked to bear the city’s parking burdens. After the meeting he said, “I don’t think it’s fair. The city needs to address its parking problems and develop a plan for parking.” Outdoor dining parking inequities are expected to be addressed during the pending revision of the city’s land development code, but an earlier version of Hynds’ plan has already been approved and does not require restaurant parking. In 2013, the planning board recommended city commission denial of an earlier plan, but commissioners discarded that opinion and approved a Planned Unit Development (PUD) request allowing for a restaurant, 10 parking spaces and 10 small-scale retail units designed for start-up businesses and single-owner operations. “I already have a city-approved set of plans, and I’m hoping this doesn’t end up in court, which is why the mayor wanted me to go have a discussion with the board,” Hynds said. He can proceed with that plan, but needs commission approval for additional retail units, parking spaces and any other significant revisions. It is possible the commission could approve the walkway relocation as a stand-alone plan amendment that does not significantly alter the plan’s intent. Commenting on a permitting process that began a year and a half ago, Hynds said, “It’s a political nightmare.” He said he has spent more than $400,000 on additional property acquisitions and plan modifications in his efforts to garner city support for his project.

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BUSINESS Antique/Collectible Store Ginny’s & Jane E’s 9807 Gulf Drive Anna Maria, 778-3170

Auto Service Holmes Beach Auto Service 5333 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, 779-0487

Bait & Tackle Shop Annie’s Bait & Tackle 4334 127th St. West Cortez, 794-3580

Bank Bank of America

699 Manatee Ave. Holmes Beach, 778-4566

Bike Rental Beach Bums Island Attitude 427 Pine Ave. Anna Maria, 778-3316

Boating West Marine Express

3324 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach, 778-4858

Canvas & Upholstery (tie) Calico Corners 1 North Tamiami Trail Osprey, 966-2117

Upholstery & Slip Covers By Nora 5227 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, 545-7319

Commercial Print Store SteamDesigns

5343 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, 779-9108

Convenience Store Circle K

2513 Gulf Drive N. Bradenton Beach, 778-7605

Car Dealer Cox Mazda

Dentist John F. Norman, DDS

Car Wash American Car Care

Dry Cleaner Courtesy Cleaners

Carpet Cleaner Fat Cat Carpet Cleaning

Electrician Anthony’s Cooling & Heating

3101 Cortez Rd. West Bradenton, 749-2700

6412 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, 794-5007

5400 Holmes Blvd. Holmes Beach, 778-2882

Chiropractor Dr. Diane Michaels

501 Village Green Pkwy., Ste. 15 Bradenton, 761-0210

Clothing Store Irene’s Resort Wear

5308 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, 778-1161

5372 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, 778-7898

7421 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, 794-5145

2501 Gulf Drive Ste. 102 Bradenton Beach, 778-0100

Eye Care The Eye Associates

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Fitness Island Fitness

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Floor Coverings (tie) Georgia Carpet World 5425 14th St. W. Bradenton, 758-4425

Tradewinds Tile & Stone 5917 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, 896-9640

Florist Josey’s Poseys

6100 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, 792-6770

Frame Shop (tie) Karly Carlson

5500 Marina Drive Suite 5 Holmes Beach, 726-8000

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8615 Cortez Rd. W. Bradenton, 798-9910

Gift Shop Sand Dollar

5302 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, 778-2024

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Hearing Aid Specialist HearX 5602 Cortez Rd Bradenton, 761-3044

Heat & Air Conditioning Air & Energy, Inc.

3018 Ave. C Holmes Beach, 778-0773

Home Builder Wash Family Construction Holmes Beach, 725-0073

Hotel/Motel Cedar Cove Resort & Cottages

2710 Gulf Drive Bradenton Beach, 778-1010

Interior Design White Egret

10006 Gulf Drive Anna Maria, 778-3782

Jewelry Store Tide & Moon Jewelery 314 Pine Avenue Anna Maria, 778-4050

Landscape/Garden Shop (tie) Lowe’s Home Improvement 4012 14th St. W. Bradenton, 526-1071

The Home Depot

2350 Cortez Rd. Bradenton, 753-7777

Manicurist Bella Nails & Spa

6725 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, 794-1296

Marina Keyes Marina

5501 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, 779-2838

Men’s Apparel Mister Roberts Resortwear 5330 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, 778-4505

Mortgage Company Wells Fargo

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Outdoor Sports Store Dick’s Sporting Goods 4108 14th St. W. Bradenton, 751-6900

Pack & Ship Island Mail & More

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Painter Victor Hawkins

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Real Estate Company Sato Real Estate

Pet Grooming The Paw Spa

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Resort Cedar Cove Resort & Cottages

11610 3rd Ave. E. Bradenton, 778-1630

5343 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, 778-0885

6745 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, 795-7387

Pharmacy CVS Pharmacy

611 Manatee Ave. Holmes Beach, 778-1411

Plumber LaPensee Plumbing & Pools 401 Manatee Ave. Holmes Beach, 778-5622

Pool Cleaner LaPensee Plumbing & Pools 401 Manatee Ave. Holmes Beach, 778-5622

Real Estate Associate Jason Sato Sato Real Estate

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2710 Gulf Dr. Bradenton Beach, 778-1010

Retirement Center (tie) Anna Maria island Community Center 407 Magnolia Anna Maria, 778-1908

Freedom Village

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Westminster Manor 1700 21st Ave. W. Bradenton, 748-4161

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3015 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, 779-0551

Shopping Center Island Shopping Center 54th and Marina Drive Holmes Beach

Sign Maker Jack at Holmes Beach

5354 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, 779-1119

Souvenir Shop

Island Bazaar 3304 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach, 778-3443

Spa Salon Salon

3612 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach, 778-0400

Tattoo Iron Raven Tattoo 831 8th Ave. W. Palmetto, 723-8494

Travel Agency AAA Travel

6210 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, 798-2221

Veterinarian Clinic Beach Veterinary Clinic 4404 124th St. Ct. W. Cortez, 792-2838

Window Repair Sun Window & Door 7808 Cortez Rd. W. Bradenton, 794-0311

Women’s Apparel Irene’s Resort Wear

5308 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, 778-1161

PEOPLE & PLACES Architect Gene Aubry

Anna Maria, 713-5257

Attorney Lawrence Thomas

6400 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, 761-0060

Bartender Ben Gulf Drive Café

900 Gulf Drive North Bradenton Beach, 778-1919

Beach Holmes Beach Boat Captain Rafe Sackett Anna Maria

Business Person Stewart Moon, Jr. Air & Energy

3018 Ave. C. Holmes Beach, 778-0773

Charity Southeastern Guide Dogs 4210 77th St. E. Palmetto, 729-5665

Doctor Stephen Pelham, M.D.

3909 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach, 778-1007

Financial Planner Danny Wood Edward Jones

3226 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach, 779-2499

Golf Course Key Royale Golf Course Holmes Beach, 778-3055

Massage Therapy Jeannie Connor

501 Village Green Pkwy. Ste. 15 Bradenton, 761-0210

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Personal Trainer Brenda Canning Island Fitness

5317 Gulf Drive Anna Maria, 778-5200

Pharmacist Joe Catera/Walgreens

3200 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach, 778-0451

Pier The City Pier

100 Bay Blvd. Anna Maria, 779-1667

Place To See A Sunset Cedar Cove Resort & Cottages

2710 Gulf Drive Bradenton Beach, 778-1010

School Anna Maria Elementary 4700 Gulf Drive Anna Maria, 708-5525

School Principal David Marshall Anna Maria Elementary 4700 Gulf Drive Anna Maria, 708-5525

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FROM PAGE 24 School Teacher Pidge Taylor Anna Maria Elementary 4700 Gulf Drive Anna Maria, 708-5525

Veterinarian Crit Holland, DVM Beach Veterinary Clinic 4404 124th St. Ct. W. Cortez, 792-2838

View Gulf Drive Café

900 Gulf Drive Bradenton Beach, 778-1919

FOOD & ENTERTAINMENT Art Gallery The Studio at Gulf and Pine 10101 Gulf Drive Anna Maria, 778-1906

Bagel Shop Paradise Bagel & Catering 3210 East Bay Dr. Holmes Beach, 779-1212

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Bakery Publix Supermarket

Candy Store Dips Ice Cream

German Restaurant Old Hamburg Restaurant

Band Democracy

Caterer (tie) Gulf Drive Café

Grocery Store Publix Supermarket

3900 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach, 778-5422

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Bar & Grill Bridge tender Inn & Dockside Bar

135 Bridge Street Bradenton Beach, 778-4849

Barbecue Mr. Bones BBQ

3007 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, 778-6614

Breakfast Peach’s Restaurant

3240 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach, 779-0738

Burger Skinny’s Place

3901 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, 778-7769

Café Gulf Drive Café

900 Gulf Drive N. Bradenton Beach, 778-1919

9801 Gulf Drive Anna Maria, 778-1706

900 Gulf Drive N. Bradenton Beach, 778-1919

Harry’s Continental Kitchens

5600 Gulf of Mexico Drive Longboat Key, 383-0777

Chef Jason Gulf Drive Café

900 Gulf Drive N. Bradenton Beach, 778-1919

Chinese Restaurant China 1

3236 East Bay Dr. Holmes Beach, 779-2933

Deli Publix Supermarket

3900 East Bay Dr. Holmes Beach, 778-5422

Festival Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival

3246 East Bay Dr. Holmes Beach, 778-1320

3900 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach, 778-0400

Grouper Sandwich Sandbar Seafood & Spirits 100 Spring Avenue Anna Maria, 778-0444

Health Food Store Richard’s Whole Foods 6425 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, 795-0478

Ice Cream Shop Dips Ice Cream

9801 Gulf Drive Anna Maria, 778-1706

Italian Restaurant Vinny & Cheryl’s Italian Kitchen 314 Pine St. Anna Maria, 896-9754

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Across 1 Bart’s mom 6 Pooch in whodunits 10 Super-fast fliers, briefly 14 Multiple choice options 15 Tater 16 Poi base 17 City on Spain’s Southwestern coast 18 School semester 19 Some Neruda poems 20 Collegian’s specialty 23 Take home the trophy 24 ‘70s-’80s TV role for Robin Williams 25 Bawl out 28 Make illegal 29 “Love __ Madly”: Doors hit 30 Actor Wallach 31 “I __ sorry” 34 TV athletic award 37 Surgical beam 39 Retire 42 Practical joke 43 Prince William’s alma mater 44 Chooses, with “for” 45 Escape 46 Sound system part 48 Lid for a lad 50 Rio Grande city 52 City north of Pittsburgh 54 Tank or tee 57 Kitchen appliance 60 Turn over 62 Reagan secretary of state 63 Megastars 64 In excess of

65 Footwear insert 66 Former midsize Pontiac named for a native Mexican 67 Cancún cash 68 Tiff 69 Skeptical Down 1 Colorful parrot 2 Counters with beads 3 Flying ‘50s film monster 4 Graph paper design 5 Itchy skin inflammation 6 Up and about 7 Bit of dust 8 Gang land 9 Look up to 10 Casual vodka order 11 Prepares for the cattle drive 12 Three, in Turin 13 Distress letters 21 “Water Lilies” painter Claude 22 Ranks below marquises 26 Fully attentive Answers to 03-19-14 Crossword Puzzle.

27 Loses energy 28 Timely benefit 29 Source of a shot 31 Orchard tree 32 Work on a wall 33 Cattle drive concerns 35 Ladder lead-in 36 Greenhouse container 38 Physics particle 40 Decree in imperial Russia 41 Practical joke 47 Coffeehouse orders 49 Old reception aid 51 Last Olds made 52 Writer Jong 53 “Correctomundo!” 54 Govt. security 55 One with an unsettling look 56 Irritating 58 One may be on a woodpile 59 Wood-shaping tool 60 Badge bearer 61 One who succumbed to a serpent

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Liquor Store Walgreens

3200 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach, 778-0451

Live Theater Island Players

10009 Gulf Drive Anna Maria, 778-5755

Mexican Restaurant Tortilla Bay

5318 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, 778-3663

Most Romantic Restaurant Sandbar Seafood & Spirits 100 Spring Avenue Anna Maria, 778-0444

New Restaurant Blue Marlin

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Night Spot D’Coy Ducks

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Pizza Oma’s Pizza and Italian Restaurant

201 North Gulf Drive. Bradenton Beach, 778-0771

Restaurant (Overall) Sandbar Seafood & Spirits 100 Spring Ave. Anna Maria, 778-0444

Seafood Restaurant Sandbar Seafood & Spirits 100 Spring Ave. Anna Maria, 778-0444

Specialty Gourmet Olive Oil Outpost

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Todd Shely of Bradenton won the drawing from all the entries in the Island's Original Readers' Choice Awards. Sun advertising director Chantelle Lewin presented Todd with his prizes which included: an Anna Maria Pendant from Tide & Moon Jewelry, a Sandbar Restaurant gift certificate, gift certificate from Irene's Resort Wear, Gulf Drive Café gift certificate, a month membership to Island Fitness, two personal training sessions with Brenda Canning, gift certificate and oil and vinegar from Olive Outpost, Sun Newspaper t-shirt, Dips Ice Cream gift certificate, and Bumble & Bumble products from Salon Salon.

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Find pompano on deep grass flats Captain Rick Grassett

Anglers fishing with me on my Action Craft flats skiff the Snook Fin-Addict, out of CBâ€™s Saltwater Outfitters on Siesta Key, caught and released trout, Spanish mackerel and pompano in Sarasota Bay and trout, redfish and snook in Gasparilla Sound on flies and CAL jigs with shad tails during the past week. A front came through on Monday and Tuesday with strong winds and rain so we didnâ€™t fish those days. Jeff Hardin, from Lancaster, Pa., and Mark and Sue Arrant, from the Seattle, Wash., area, fished the back country of Gasparillla Sound near Boca Grande with me on Wednesday. They caught and released a few trout, redfish and a snook to complete their boat slam on CAL jigs with shad tails. Shane Nicholls, from Massachusetts, fished Sarasota Bay with me on Thursday. We worked on fly casting and fishing techniques and fished several deep grass flats and edges of bars where he caught and released trout on CAL jigs with shad tails. Nick Reding, from Longboat Key, and

his grandson, Andrew Breckenridge from Connecticut, fished Sarasota Bay with me on Friday. I did some fly casting instruction with Andrew in the morning and then Nick and I waded a shallow flat in the afternoon. Visibility was poor, but we managed to catch and release a couple of over slot reds on my Grassett Flats Minnow fly! Action was steady on Saturday when Keith Johnson and his dad, Fred Johnson, both from Raleigh, NC, fished Sarasota Bay with me in the morning and with Dean Fields, from Indianapolis, Ind., in the afternoon. They caught and released trout, Spanish mackerel and a pompano on Ultra Hair Clouser flies and CAL jigs with shad tails. Look for reds, snook and big trout on shallow flats or edges of bars in Sarasota Bay. Fishing deep grass flats for trout, Spanish mackerel, pompano and more should also continue to be a good option. When conditions improve in the coastal gulf, action with Spanish and king mackerel, false albacore (little tunny) and tripletail should also heat up.

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Dean Fields, of Indianapolis, Ind., caught this pompano on an Ultra Hair Clouser Fly while fishing with Captain Rick Grassett.

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Spring break fishing Above, Tyler White caught this amberjack during spring break from Logan, Utah, on a great day of fishing with Captain Mike Greg. At right, Gentry White and Captain Mike Greg.

tide chart for anna maria city pier March 26-April 2

Wed 3/26

A.M. High Time Feet 10:11a 1.42

A.M. Low Time Feet 3:07a -0.26

P.M. High Time Feet 8:25p 2.00

Thu 3/27

10:34a 1,55

3:57a -0.21

9:37p 1.99

3:43p o.71

Fri 3/28

10:57a 1.70

4:37a -0.09

10:38p 1.95

4:40p 0.42

Sat 3/29

11:19a 1.85

5:12a 0.07

11:31p 1.85

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Sun Rise Set

Day Date

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Sun 3/30

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A.M. High Time Feet 11:41a 1.99

A.M. Low Time Feet 5:43a 0.26

P.M. High Time Feet

P.M. Low Time Feet 6:18p -0.03

Mon 3/31

12:22 1.72

6:11a 0.45

Tue 4/1

1:13a 1.56

Wed 4/2

2:05a 1.41

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7:03p -0.15

7:22-7:47

6:37a 0.62

12:32p 2.21

7:49p -0.21

7:02a 0.75

1:02p 2.26

8:36p -0.20

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Fire commission to seek internal candidates Candidates have until April 3 to submit a letter of intent and a resume for the chief’s position. BY PAT COPELAND SUN STAFF WRITER | pcopeland@amisun.com

BRADENTON – West Manatee fire commissioners agreed to advertise within the department for candidates to replace Chief Andy Price, who plans to retire in April 2015. They will run the advertisement for two weeks and ask candidates to submit a letter of interest and a resume by April 3. “You’ll have two weeks to look at the resumes before the next commission meeting,” Price said. “Then you can decide if you have a candidate or if you will advertise outside of the department and how the process will work.” Prior to the decision, the board heard from Commissioner Mike Browning, of the North River Fire District, who explained the process his board recently used to hire a new chief. Browning said the board wrote a job description; determined requirements for certification, experience and residency; and set a salary structure. They advertised

within and outside the department. “We had 44 applicants,” he said. “We developed a spreadsheet and narrowed it down to five candidates based on the criteria on the spreadsheet. “We designed 20 interview questions and asked all the candidates the same questions. We came up with the top two candidates and did background, credit and criminal checks.”

They made their choice from the top two, and he said the entire process took seven months. Commissioners, who had discussed a new location for Station 4 at past meetings, agreed that the present location is the best and told Price to begin the process of selecting a design/build team to replace the station.

New education director at Center Kathy Bogad has joined the Island Community Center as its director of education. Bogad came to Manatee County from Palm Beach County and lives with her husband and children in northwest Bradenton. She has a B.S. in English from Radford University and has taught both public and private elementary through college level students for submitted over 16 years, as well New Center Education Director Kathy Bogad helps as worked in admin- a student in the after school program with a kite. istration.

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Cuban art featured at The Studio “Cuba Awakening” is an exhibit of contemporary and folk art from eastern Cuba that will be on display at The Studio at Gulf and Pine from March 28 through April 23. Twenty-four wellknown and emerging artists from Santiago de Cuba, Guantanamo, Baracoa, and Camaguey have been invited to share their art. Some will visit the U.S. and be present for the opening reception on Friday, April 11, from 6 to 9 p.m. Since the early 1960s, relations with Cuba have been difficult. Artists and those with a passion for the arts on both sides of the Florida straits have suffered from a lack of meaningful artistic exchanges. The exhibit is due to

the efforts of Sarasota artist Jean Blackburn, who went to Cuba to discover the art scene there, meet with Cuban artists and share her art with them. With the help of the Friendship Association of St. Augustine, Fla., Blackburn arranged the exhibit, which was two years in the making. Sarasota artist, Craig Rubadoux, charged with the ﬁnal selection for the exhibit, went to Cuba and brought back over 50 original works. Through a range of genres and mediums, these works give insight into the culture, politics and religion of Cuba. The Studio is located at 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Submitted Sunday. “Chango,” by Cuban artist Eliades, from Baracoa, is one of the pieces featured in the exhibit.

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or over a year, everyone who owns coastal property or riverfront property in the country has been holding his/ her breath. Well now they can exhale. In fact I think I actually might have heard a collective sigh on March 13 when the U.S Senate passed a bill that reverses the major provisions of the 2012 Biggert-Watters Flood Insurance Reform Act. The bill previously passed the House on March 4 and was signed into law by the president on March 21. Some of the components of the bill are: eliminating a provision of the law that said government subsidized rates disappear when a person sells a primary home; providing a refund for those who purchased after the changes were enacted in July 2012 and were already hit under that provision; and maintaining protections due to sunset for grandfathered properties built to code after a community adopted its first flood insurance rate map. The new legislation, when finally

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A sigh of relief Castles in the Sand Louise Bolger enacted, will still allow FEMA to impose premium increases on homes built before those maps but the increases will range between 5 and 15 percent on average with a cap of 18 percent per year until reaching actuarial risk. Second homes that are grandfathered and commercial properties also are getting good news, but older homes built before the flood insurance rate maps were developed are not covered and could face increases which could lead to another outcry. In addition, second homes which have flooded repeatedly would continue to see premiums go up by 25 percent a year until reaching a level consistent with their real risk of

flooding. Also, FEMA must strive to keep flood insurance policies under 1 percent of a property’s total coverage and report when it is unable to do so. The most important benefit of this bill is that it reverses the biggest problem created by Biggert-Waters, which removed premium subsidies when a primary residence is sold. Some new buyers were shocked to discover they owed thousands more in flood insurance premiums than they expected, causing upset in the real estate market and resulting in many failed transactions. Reversing the Biggert-Waters bill still leaves FEMA with billions of dollars in debt, and one of the provisions of the bill does allow an annual surcharge of $25 for primary residences and $250 for secondary residences and businesses as one step toward reducing the debt. As expected, many representatives were not happy with the fix to the 2012 law since it does very little to actually change FEMA’s on-going

exposure, pointing out that 70 percent of homeowners who will benefit from changes to the original legislation were in the top 20 percent of income. Florida has more subsidized flood insurance policies than anywhere else in the country, not to mention all of the second homes in the state. Naturally we have a huge interest in what happens with the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) going forward. For the moment, even though most of us will be paying higher premiums, they will at least be more manageable and allow for properties to be sold with somewhat more confidence. There will undoubtedly be further changes to the NFIP but at least everyone seems to recognize that it can’t all be undone as drastically as originally thought. As Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Ore. said, “Something is terribly wrong when families are more concerned about raging flood insurance premiums than raging floods.” I think that says it all.

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Top real estate producers for February, 2014 A Paradise Realty - Holmes Beach Helen Ross-Pollock/Al Pollock - Listing and selling

Island Real Estate - Holmes Beach Alan Galletto - Listing Elizabeth Blandford - Selling

A Paradise Realty - Bradenton Beach Helen Ross-Pollock/Al Pollock - Listing and selling

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Addressing the standing-room-only crowd inside city hall, Vice Mayor Janie Robertson said, “We’re going to give you some room to work with this, but please monitor yourselves.” Offering support for the business community, Commissioner Jan Vosburgh said, “Change is inevitable. You work hard, and we should take every opportunity to make it as easy as possible for you to do business in Bradenton Beach.” Drift In manager Doreen Flynn said, “I’m really happy it’s at the point of complaint.” Bridge Tender Inn owner Fred Bartizal agreed, and said, “They did the right thing. We all try to police ourselves and that will continue. The evolution of Bridge Street has been great, and I think people should be proud of that.” Island Time owner Bill Herlihy said, “Live entertainment is a substantial part of what makes Bradenton Beach a wonderful destination. The business revenues and tax dollars we generate benefit the city, and the merchants association thanks the mayor and commissioners for their intelligent decisions.” Bridge Street Merchants Association President Adam Jenkins said, “We’re glad the

commission heard the community’s voice.” Tangled Mangos keyboardist Dan Ryan said, “This was a big win for live music. Changing the location where decibel level readings are taken should allow establishments to breathe a little easier.” During the March 6 commission meeting, longtime resident Tjet Martin suggested reducing the 7 to 10 p.m. volume allowance from 75 to 65 decibels. She said she hoped this would lessen the bass frequencies emitting from a local establishment located near her beachfront resort home. During the demonstration, Martin acknowledged that music measured at 65 decibels and 100 feet was indeed too low, but the decision to measure from the point of complaint caught her off guard and shattered her hopes for a quieter city. “They just made it worse,” she said, looking distraught as she left city hall. She felt 75 decibels measured at 100 feet would have been a good compromise, and fears commission’s decision will lead to a noisier city. Later that night, Martin said the disappointment she felt left her questioning her future involvement in city affairs and created a desire to spend more time painting, remodeling and reading, and less time attending city meetings.

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Robinson 5K Twilight Run set for Friday The Sixth Annual Robinson Preserve 5K Twilight Run, hosted by Fit2Run to benefit Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee and the Robinson Preserve, takes place at 6:45 p.m. on Friday March 28, at the Preserve in northwest Bradenton. The chip-timed race follows a 3.1-mile course over shell-packed trails, six bridges, winding around mangroves, vistas of Tampa Bay and the Sunshine Skyway Bridge, then finishes at the famed, fully restored historical Valentine House. There will also be a one-mile, pet-friendly walk, plus the Meals on Wheels Kidâ€™s Dashes for the children. The kids ages 3 to 4 run 100 meters, ages 5 to 6 run 200 meters, ages 7 to 9 run 400 meters and the 10 to 12 run 800 meters. All the children receive crafted finisher medals, and trophies are awarded to the top three in each category. The first 1,500 5K runners to sign up will be treated to a dry fit training shirt featuring the famous Robinson Preserve Bald Eagle logo. Runners top in their categories obtain cash awards, and runners placing in their categories receive beautiful hand-crafted tiles. The participants are treated to a great post race party courtesy of local restaurants and Fit2Run. Last yearâ€™s event hosted more than 1,500 adults and children. This year's is expected to reach 2,000, making this run the largest timed 5K in Manatee County.

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Possible code revisions presented Holmes Beach City Attorney Patricia Petruff presented a list of possible code revisions to city commissioners recently. The list includes: • Public participation ordinance; • Use of food trucks within city limits; • Joint usage of existing park-

ing lots; • Sign ordinance revisions; • Further restrictions of uses in setbacks (air conditioners, generators, pool equipment, stairs, etc.) • Alcoholic beverage use in public places (public beach); • Local stormwater permit for redevelopment of platted lots;

• Mobile businesses such as paper shredding trucks, dog grooming trucks, car/boat detailing, boar repair, etc.; • Requirement of T-poles for construction; • Flood insurance inspection program; • Foreclosure registration requirement.

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and 12, will meet at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, on Wednesday, April 2, at 6 p.m. to discuss the book, “The Wonderful Flight to the Mushroom Planet,” by Eleanor Cameron. Registration is required. Call the library at 778-6341.

Learn about our flora If you are new to the area, you’ll find that it is difficult to keep plants alive because semi-tropical landscape is very different from other types. On Wednesday, March 26, at 2 p.m., a representative from the Manatee County Extension Services Office will speak on Florida friendly landscaping at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. The program offers ideas and advice on coping with our unique environment. This informative program is free of charge, and no advance registration is required. Seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, call the library at 941-7786341.

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Good luck ladies! Magic of Manatee Sweet Adelines Chorus will be competing in “Wave Length,” the Sweet Adeline Region 9 Convention and Competition to be held in Daytona Beach on April 3-6. The chorus will be competing with many other Sweet Adeline choruses throughout Florida in the Performance Package category. The Magic of Manatee Sweet Adelines Chorus is headquartered in Bradenton, and some members live on the Island.

Planning for your future Sarasota attorney Sherry Wood presents “Are You Prepared for Your Future?” at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, on Friday, March 28, at 10 a.m. Wood will discuss how to make a proper estate plan to avoid probate, avoid taxes, obtain creditor protection, protect your earned assets and more. Wood has been practicing law since 1990 and is licensed in Florida and Massachusetts. This free program is open to all, and seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, call the library at 778-6341.

Speaker tells an interesting story The R.E.A.L. Women of CrossPointe Fellowship, at 8605 Gulf Drive in Holmes Beach, invite all ladies to hear about Carla Ballew’s journey at their Spring Brunch on Saturday, March 29, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. The event is free. “I was born smack dab in the middle of World War II and did not meet my father, Karl, until my first birthday,” Karla said. “The meeting was short since he was going back to the front line within a few days. Would I ever see him again? Not for a while, and it would be in another city, in another country.” Call the office at 778-0719 for more information.

Tim Dorsey to speak Best-selling author Tim Dorsey will speak at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, on Saturday, March 29, at 2 p.m. Dorsey, whose imaginative characters and storylines have won critical acclaim, is the author of “Cadillac Beach,” “Torpedo Juice,” “The Stingray Shuffle,” and Florida Roadkill.” His main character, Serge A. Storms, is an anti-hero who gets into trouble, but manages to stay out of the

hands of the law. This free program is open to all, and seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, call the library at 778-6341.

north to the park entrance. The Visitor Center is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Park grounds are open from sunrise to sunset. For more information, call 941792-0458.

Five centuries of Florida history

Merchandise and music

Come experience five centuries of Florida history on Saturday, March 29, at De Soto National Memorial from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Period re-enactors will share history and demonstrate their crafts, skills, and weaponry. This timeline event features period re-enactors from the Spanish colonial period, Florida’s Seminole wars, the Civil War, world wars and many others. The Florida Public Archaeology Network will be here displaying hands on public archaeology demonstrations suitable for all ages. Listen to soldiers and civilians from the past describe what life was like in times of war. Experience the roar of cannons and the fire of muskets as you go back in time with soldiers who will demonstrate each weapon and explain how each was used in their times. Throughout the day re-enactors will share true accounts of how children help shape history from drummer boys in the Civil War to resistance fighters in the liberation of France during WWII. Florida Public Archaeology Network will have hands on demonstrations to show the science of history and how we continue to discover new things about Florida’s extraordinary history. Admission and all activities are free. Event hours are 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Demonstration times and events will be posted on the day of. All activities are subject to change due to weather. De Soto National Memorial is located at 8300 De Soto Memorial Hwy, in Bradenton. From the Island, take Manatee Avenue east to 75th Street and turn

Shopping’s more fun outdoors, and when you’re with throwing distance of the Gulf of Mexico, it’s doubly fun. The Beach Market at Coquina Beach, 2650 Gulf Drive S., in the trolley stopconcession stand area offers fresh produce, arts and crafts, jewelry, local artists, apparel, pottery, purses, collectibles, health and beauty items and more. Come and relax in the shade or sun and listen to the great music of one of our musicians, Larry Wilhelm, by the concession stand and Owen Poteat at the north end. Check out the wide beach after the renourishment project. Coquina Café is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for breakfast lunch and snacks and now also is serving beer and wine and wine cocktails. Manatee County does not allow dogs anywhere in the Coquina Park. The market is stroller, walker and wheelchair accessible with plenty of free parking. Contact Nancy Ambrose for more information 941-518-4431.

Read me a story Misty Wright, the children’s librarian, reads stories on Tuesday, Apr. 1, at 10 a.m. Kids between toddler and five years of age are welcome as are their parents at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. For more information, call the library at 778-6341.

Mana-Tweens discuss a book The Island Mana-Tweens Club, consisting of kids between the ages of 8

Manatee County Audubon is leading a field trip on Wednesday, April 2, to Shamrock Park and Venice Rookery to look for scrub jays, black bellied whistling ducks and a huge variety of wading birds. Contact Amy Miller at 758-7478 or at febelle@verizon.net or Connie Zack 758-2929 or at zacodo@tampabay.rr.com to attend. Bring water and wear comfortable shoes. Lunch and/or dinner will be eaten out. Meet at 3 p.m. at the Starbucks at 5485 University Pkwy. Field trips are free to Manatee Audubon members and $3 to non-members.

No-smoking bingo The Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St. N., Bradenton Beach, hosts smoke free bingo on Thursday nights. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and play begins at 7 p.m. Refreshments will be available for purchase and memberships will be sold as well. You don’t have to become a member to play bingo. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call Kit at 778-1915.

Exchange student families needed International Fellowship, Inc., is looking for families and local representatives as host families for high school exchange students. They also need volunteers to secure host families for high school exchange students. For more information, log onto www.internationalfellowships.org or e-mail infelwes@ gmail.com. You can also call the 24-hour, toll-free line at 1-800-647-8839 or the 24hour line at 1-716-326-7277.

Volunteer advocates needed Florida’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program needs volunteers to join its corps of dedicated advocates who protect the rights of elders who live in nursing homes, assisted living facilities and adult family care homes. The program’s local councils are seeking additional volunteers to identify, investigate and resolve residents’ concerns. Special training and certification is provided. All interested individuals who care about protecting the health, safety, welfare and rights of long-term care facility residents are encouraged to call toll-free 1-888-831-0404 or visit the program’s website at http://ombudsman.myflorida. com.

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The year of the upsets BY: SCOTT DELL SPECIAL TO THE SUN

The NCAA men’s and women’s basketball end of the year tournament makes national sports headlines every spring. Most sports fans fill out their tournament brackets and follow their favorite teams to the championship. The excitement of tournament play is elevated when high seeded teams upset lower ranking teams and stun the fans. Everyone likes to root for the underdog and when the upset is huge in sports, we call them Cinderella teams. The start of the 2014 sports season at the Anna Maria Island Community

Center has been no different. Thirtythree teams entered the co-ed NFL Flag Football tournaments in five different divisions. Four out of the five divisions told Cinderella stories of Super Bowl stunners. The biggest upset of the year so far was in the eight to ten year old division. The last place, sixth seeded, Tyler’s Ice Cream Vikings team battled its way through the tournament and defeated the number one seeded powerhouse West Coast Air Conditioning & Heating Dolphins by a score of 31 to 6. Quarterback Thomas Heckler completed five of eight passes for two touchdowns and also threw an extra-

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point pass. Tuna McCracken caught two touchdown passes and an extrapoint pass. Ava Alderson caught a touchdown pass and her sister Josie Alderson ran for a touchdown. Madelyn Rogers also ran for a touchdown. On defense, Samuel Meddick and Jordon Pasco each had a flag pull and Heckler had an interception. The second Super Bowl Stunner was in the 30 and Over Co-ed Flag Football League. The Cinderella, Island Real Estate Raiders, team was ranked fifth out of six teams entering the tournament. It knocked off the undefeated number one seeded Island Gourmet Bills team 47 to 46 in the semi-finals. The Raiders then

went on and won the Super Bowl championship by a score of 40 to 33 over the number three seeded Ross Built Construction Panthers. Quarterback Chris Gillum threw for 261 yards and 5 touchdowns and also threw an extra-point and two-point conversion pass. Mike Gillum had 142 receiving yards with 4 touchdowns and a two-point conversion. Jason Vancleve had 91 receiving yards and caught a touchdown and extra-point. Vancleve also threw a touchdown pass. Matt Ray caught 82 receiving yards and the final touchdown pass of the game. Brianna see sports, page 49

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Center sports registration The Anna Maria Island Community Center is announcing open registration for the spring lineup of Adult and Youth Co-ed Sports programs. Adults can sign up for soccer, kickball and basketball and youth will be playing baseball and basketball. Registration for adults is $75 for Center members and includes a jersey; nonmembers pay $110 (or a $50 annual sports membership includes free use of the fitness room for the season). Registration for youth is $75 for Center members and includes a jersey; nonmembers pay $105 (or a $30 annual youth membership secures member price on all sports for a year). Captains, coaches and sponsors are needed. The tryout date for adult soccer is Thursday, April 3 at 7 p.m. Teams will be chosen immediately afterwards. Games will be played on Thursday evenings on the Community Center field. A late fee of $15 will apply to registrations received after March 31. The tryout date for adult kickball is Wednesday, April 8, at 7:30 p.m.; teams will be chosen immediately afterwards. Games will be played on Wednesday evenings on the Community Center field. A late fee of $15 will apply to registrations received after April 2. The tryout date for adult basketball is Tuesday, April 9, at 7:30 p.m. Games will be played on Tuesday evenings in the Community Center gym. A late fee of $15 will apply to registrations received after April 2. The tryout date for youth baseball is Friday, April 4, at 6 p.m. for 5-to-7-year-olds and 7 p.m. for 8-11-year-olds. Teams will be chosen immediately afterwards. Games will be played on Mondays, Fridays or Saturdays on the Community Center field. A late fee of $15 will apply to registrations received after March 31. The tryout dates for youth basketball are Monday, April 7, at 6 p.m. for 5-to-7-year-olds, 6:30 p.m. for 8-10-year-olds, 8 p.m. for 14-to-17-year-olds and Tuesday April 8, at 6 p.m. for 11-13 year olds. Teams will be chosen immediately afterwards. Games will be played Monday through Saturday in the Community Center gym. A late fee of $15 will apply to registrations received after April 2. Register at the Community Center or online at www.islandcommunitycenter.com. For more information, contact Athletic Director Matt Ray at 941-778-1908, ext. 9205, or at matt@myamicc.com or Athletic Assistant Ray Gardner at 941-778-1908, ext. 9217, or at RayG@myamicc.com. Join us on facebook at www.facebook.com/AnnaMariaIslandCommunityCenter.

Penny Flower Show winners named

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Above, an entry in the Pinocchio category. Below left, an entry in the Man in the Moon category and, below right, entries in the Snow White category.

The Anna Maria Garden Club presented the following awards in its annual Penny Flower Show held at Roser Church on Wednesday, March 19. The theme of the show was Disney characters, and people voted for their favorites using pennies. • The Little Mermaid – Clare Faner, first place; Sue Vilord, second place; Jean Taylor, third place; • Peter Pan – Georgina Simon, first place; Marilyn Shirley, second place; • Pinocchio – Ginger Huhn, first place; Bev McCarthy, second place; Geri Cannon, third place; • Snow White – Ginger Wyss, first place; Rene Pollock, second place; Anne Ricci and Georgina Simon, third place; • Man in the Moon – Clare Faner, first place; Peggy Sawe, second place; Cynthia Foster, third place; • Tinker Bell – Anne Rici and Georgina Simon, first place; Marilyn Shirley, second place; Priscilla Seewald, third place; • Horticulture – Olivia Gruen, first place; Amy Turner, second place, Susan Fernald, third place.

Samuels and Lee in winner’s circle Action on March 19 saw three teams advance to the playoff, all with 3 and 0 records, Tim Sofran and Gene Bobeldyk drew the bye. Dom Livedoti and John Crawford

took out Bob Mason and Sam Samuels 21 to 10 to move into the final. Bobeldyk and Sofran rolled past Livedoti and Crawford 22 to 13 and earn bragging rights for

the day. On March 22 only the team of Sam Samuels and Bob Lee had a 3 and 0 record after pool play and earned a trip to the winner’s circle.

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Shaughnessy had a big night on defense recording one sack for a safety and four flag pulls. In the 14-to-17-year-old league, the number five seeded Integrity Sound Lions team made it all the way to the Super Bowl championship game, but were defeated by the number two ranked Feast Restaurant Broncos team by a score of 35 to 6. Broncos Quarterback Cody Tsai completed thirteen of nineteen passes for 3 touchdowns and five extra-

points. Chris Johnson caught two touchdowns and an extra-point. Burke Hill ran for a touchdown and caught two extra-points. Jerret Tsai ran for a touchdown, caught an extra-point and had four sacks on defense. Joshua Parrish and Toni Spuruto each caught an extra-point. The only number one seeded team to win the Super Bowl title was the LPAC Cardinals team in the 11-to-13-year-old division. It defeated the number two seeded Sandbar Restaurant Colts team in a thriller 38 to 34.

Quarterback Joey Stewart completed 19 of 26 passes and had three touchdowns and two extra-points. Zach Fernandez accounted for four TD’s when he ran for two touchdowns, caught two touchdowns and had two extra-points. Tyler Pearson ran for a touchdown and caught one for a touchdown. On defense, Heagan Powers had a huge day with six flag pulls and two sacks. The season will conclude on April 2 with the last Super Bowl game of the season in the 18-year-old and up division. This will again have up-

sets possibilities when the shocking surprise number four seeded Duffy’s Tavern Eagles team plays the number two seeded Beach to Bay Construction Dolphins team.

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April. 1, Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. – third seed team vs. second seed team - Playoffs April. 1, Tuesday, 8:30 p.m. – winner of 7:30 game vs. first seed team – Championship Game

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3/15, 11 p.m., criminal mischief, Anna Maria City Pier, 100 S, Bay Blvd. An unknown person damaged two doors and a wooden window between the hours of 11 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. Nothing was reported missing

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3/14, 2:30 p.m., criminal mischief, Runaway Bay, 1801 Gulf Drive N. An unknown person keyed the side of a pickup truck. 3/14, 9:54 p.m., trespass warning, Island Time Bar, 111 Gulf Drive S. Two sub-

Obituaries Lois Guthrie Fulford Lois Guthrie Fulford died March 16, 2014. She was born on July 12, 1929, in Cortez, Fla. to Earl B. Guthrie and Hazel Williams Guthrie. She was a lifelong Manatee County resident and a third generation Floridian. Lois was a member of the Cortez Church of Christ and a charter member of the former Cortez Volunteer Fire Department Women’s Auxiliary. She was a faithful Christian, a devoted wife, a firm but loving mother, a passionate gardener and a fabulous cook. Lois was predeceased by her husband of 64 years, Ralph M. Fulford and a grandson, Brian Bailey. Lois is survived by her sister, Addie Lou Coon (Eddie), of Sarasota; her son, Ralph “Rusty” Fulford (Pat), of Scottsville, Va.; her daughters, Hazel Petree (Steve), of Cortez, and Sylvia Bailey (Tony), of Bradenton; six grandchildren; seven and great grandchildren. Visitation was on Sunday, March 23, and services were held Monday, March 24, 2014, at Brown & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory, 43rd Street Chapel, 604 43rd St. W., Bradenton, FL 34209. The family wants to especially acknowledge son-in-law Tony Bailey for his loving care, as well as Bradenton Health Care staff and Hospice. “Who can find a virtuous woman? For her worth is far above rubies”’ Proverbs 31:10. Condolences may be emailed to brownandsonsfuneral.com.

George L. Harris, III George Leach Harris III passed away Nov. 25, 2013, peacefully at home with Hospice care after a lengthy illness. He was the son of the late George Leach Harris, Jr. and May Banks Harris. He was born May 10, 1923, in Mont-

jects were causing a disturbance and refused to leave until law enforcement was called. 3/18, 5:40 a.m., Marchman Act, 165 Gulf Drive, Bridge Street Pier. The officer noticed the subject talking to people who weren’t there. He appeared to be under the influence of a drug or alcohol and he could not answer simple questions. He stated he was hot and jumped into the 66-degree water. The officer fished him out and took him to Manatee Glens for his own protection.

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3/16, 11:47 a.m., violation of pre-trial release for domestic violence, 4400 block of 125th Street West. The suspect has a no contact order against her for a domestic battery offense, and the

gomery, Ala. He attended private schools and then Sewanee School in Tennessee prior to being drafted. George was a proud veteran having served in the U.S. Army as a medic from 1942 to 1946 in the Corp of Engineers in Europe during WWII. During the Battle of the Bulge, being shelled and attacked, his troops finished crossing over the Rhine at the Bridge at Remagen, just as the bridge collapsed and 27 comrades were lost and many injured. This incident was a turning point for the Allies winning the war. ETO (European Theater of Operations) After returning from military duty, he began his long career as a local builder mainly on Anna Maria Island and surrounding communities. During this time along with building many family homes, he built the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation in 1950. He was a member of Kiwanis, Sarasota Fencing Club, Moose, and the Island Chamber of Commerce and a member of the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation. He enjoyed several hobbies including boating, fishing, diving and was an avid folk singer performing with many local groups of the time. In 1957, George was proud to be married to Sylvia Anne Rowe in the church he built. They have three children, four grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister, Elizabeth Harris Branch. He is survived by Sylvia Harris, his wife of 55 years; his children, George L. Harris IV (Patti), Rachel Lane Cameron, Arthur Cameron Harris; his niece Elizabeth Dewees Branch and nephew Benjamin S. Branch; and grandchildren, Abbigayle, Allison and George L. Harris V. There will be a celebration of life, Saturday, March 29, 2014, at the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation in Holmes Beach, Fla. at 2 p.m. There will be a military internment at the Sarasota National Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Tidewell

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deputy was advised she was back living with the victim. The deputy went to the residence and found the two together. He placed the suspect under arrest. 3/18, 9:52 a.m., trespass warning, 4200 block of 119th Street West. A deputy issued a warning to a man who frequently comes around the business intoxicated and bothers customers.

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3/5, 7:120 a.m., driving without a license, seatbelt violation, 4200 block of Gulf Drive. The officer was on patrol looking for seatbelt violations when he stopped a truck. The driver advised he did not have a license and never had one. He was ticketed. 3/5, 7:38 a.m., criminal mischief, 3000 block of Avenue F. A street sign has

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Neil Messinger Neil Messinger, of Holmes Beach, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 19, 2014. He was 100 years old. Neil was born in Nova Scotia and lived in Massachusetts. He was a World War II veteran who traveled the world. He moved to Bradenton about 50 years ago and made a living off of recycling and odd jobs, He worked every day well into his 90s, finally retiring at the age of 99. He was a generous and loving man, a hard worker and a giving friend. From helping a single mom through nursing school to helping another with her two daughters’ braces, he always wanted to give to those in need. He gave money to the Salvation

been painted over twice. 3/5, 4:39 p.m., no driver’s license, 4500 block of Second Avenue. The officer stopped the driver for careless driving, and he did not have a driver’s license, only a Mexican ID Card. He was ticketed. 3/6, 10:53 p.m., failure to appear, 4100 block of 6th Avenue. A 13-year-old was arrested for failing to appear in court. 3/7, 8:19 a.m., driving with expired license, seat belt violation, 6200 block of Marina Drive. While on patrol, the officer spotted a driver with no seatbelt. He stopped him and found his license had expired. The driver said he could not renew it because he could not get his birth certificate. He was ticketed.

Army every month for as long as he worked, and helped the food pantry when he could. Neil showed the gang at Air & Energy what hard work was all about and made many friends in Bradenton and on the Island. From Rich’s Drugstore to Turner Donuts to Minnie’s, he was a regular who always got the girls giggling. He lived a simple life, but gave what he had to others wherever he went, making many people smile along the way. He will be dearly missed by many friends, but especially his best friend and caretaker, Julie Sawyer, along with Bonnie Watson and all the girls at Air & Energy. Private services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army or Tidewell Hospice, who made his last days peaceful and comfortable.

The Anna Maria Sun provides obituaries free of charge as a public service for people who lived or worked on the Island or in Cortez. Content may be edited for length or grammar. Mail information to The Sun at P.O. Box 1189, Anna Maria, FL 34216 or www. news@amisun.com or fax it to 778-6988.

Island women boost diabetes research Karen Ellsworth and Dianne Martin, of Anna Maria Island, are getting ready for the JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation) Walk to Cure Diabetes coming up on Saturday, April 12, at Lakewood Ranch. There will be many participants raising money to fight this disease either because they are victims or they have family or friends who suffer from it. Ellsworth’s granddaughter, Jordan Ryberg, was diagnosed with Type 1 on Feb. 10, 2003. She said in a letter to potential donors that there is no cure for the disease – yet. “We are getting so incredibly close that I can almost taste it,” she wrote. “I

have seen such vast improvements in the medical technology, in the understanding of the disease, in the support communities around it and in the mindsets of people with diabetes. Let’s together make type one type none!” Ellsworth’s teammate, Dianne Martin, has a granddaughter, 8-year-old Kamryn Lempfert, who was recently diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. Ellsworth and Martin will be participating in the fund-raiser at Lakewood Ranch. If you would like to participate or to donate to our team “Kammy & Jordan,” log onto www.walk.jdrf.org and type in either Karen Ellsworth or Dianne Martin and select Florida as the state.

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A visit to the dredge Great Lakes Dredge and Dock expects to be out of the area by the first week of April. BY TOM VAUGHT SUN STAFF WRITER | tvaught@amisun.com

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This rusty ball with metal teeth is what stirs up the sea bottom so the sand, shells and rocks can be sucked into the pipe for a ride to the beach.

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of a motel in Lido.” Romig said he knew something was up when they arrived on the Island. “I noticed the beach was larger,” he said. “It’s marvelous what you’ve done.” Romig was at the beach with his wife, Angela, and Jim and Teri Gallagher, friends from the Boston area. “We come to Anna Maria Island every year,” he said. “It’s our favorite place.” At Coquina Beach, Capt. Joe Westerman and Rex Beach were manning the tower. They praised the renourishment. “They did a good job,” said Westerman. “The sand is nice and white, and it’s good quality. “The jetties that are here are now covered by sand, but they put markers in the sand to show where they are,” Westerman said. “That way the beach cleaner won’t hit them

under the sand.” Westerman said they appreciate the fact that the 17 or so jetties are not exposed. “Not dealing with rocks and jetties is fine by us,” he said. “Anytime you can cover up a hazard and banish the need of rescues is great.” “They did a great job,” Beach added. Len Mangus, who works at the Coquina Beach Café, said he learned a lot about renourishments. “It’s a big improvement,” he said. “I wanted to know what they were and how long it would take, and now I do.” Laurie Nichols also works at the café and she was impressed with Great Lakes Dredge and Dock. “I think they were awesome,” she said. “They were efficient and nice and they did great.” “People can’t believe the difference,” Mangus said.

BRADENTON BEACH – I visited the renourishment barge California a little after the fact last week, thanks to the efficiency of the Great Lakes Dredge and Dock (GLDD) crew that raced to the finish line early. In fact, the dredge was nowhere near the Island as it had been moved to an offshore staging area next to Egmont Key. After GLDD finished the project two weeks ago, its first priority was to get its equipment off the beach, including the miles of pipe that can disrupt beach vacations. Workers unhooked everything, and a lot of the pipes are now floating offshore near the dredge. Floating nearby were a power barge that uses three generators to power the vacuum motors on the dredge and a booster barge that makes sure the sand, shells and water continue through the rusty tunnel to the sand-starved beach. The California is not self-propelled, and tugs help position it, although there are feet, called spuds, on board that can move enough to walk the barge through the water. Licensed Captain Ron Pagliaro picked us up in a covered transport

that provided shelter from the elements when transporting employees to the dredge. The employees work 12-hour shifts when the dredge goes all day and night. The dredge and all the equipment are clean and it looks like cleanliness is a priority for the crew. This dredge has been here before on previous renourishments and, having visiting it during that project, the biggest change seems to be in the control room, where technology has increased the precision of where they get the sand and where they put it. Project Manager Armand Reihl went along with the tour and explained some of the safety features including constant monitoring of pressure as the dredge does its job. If it springs a leak anywhere in the system, they raise the cutter, which breaks up the sea-bottom so it will travel through the pipe better, and continue to pump water, so they can find the leak. The cutter is made up of large metal teeth that last about four weeks before they go to the recycler. Bradenton Beach Police Chief Sam Speciale and Bradenton Beach City Commissioner Jack Clarke were also present during the trip, and they found it enlightening. As we left the transport to walk to our cars, a new group of visitors, mainly county commissioners, began boarding to learn up close how they renourish our beaches.

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as are the Community Redevelopment Ageny (CRA) funds that will help cover pier reconstruction costs. The audit process required 24 adjustments to account for nonbudgeted expenditures. “When we come in and post 24 adjustments as part of the audit process that would tell you the city’s financial statements weren’t as accurately reported as they could be,” Dillingham said. Non-budgeted expenditures included $193,000 on storm water projects, $84,000 for a floating dock, and $27,000 on street repairs. Additional inadequacies included a failure to invoice Manatee County for more than $30,000 in trolley stop reimbursements, and writing off $34,000 in bad debt due to poor record keeping and collection policies.

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Auditor Randy Dillingham discusses the 2012-2013 budget with city commissioners last week The budget shortfalls were the shared responsibility of former City

Clerk Nora Idso and a previous city administration that included former Mayor John Shaughnessy, former Commissioners Ric Gatehouse and Gay Buehler and current Commissioners Jan Vosburgh and Ed Straight. When asked how the budget shortfalls happened, Dillingham attributed it to a failure to make budget amendments throughout the year. He said the additions of City Treasurer Sheila Dalton and City Clerk Jamie Anderson, and better monthly financial reporting, should produce better results next year. Earlier this year, the commission unanimously agreed to create a new and non-budgeted city treasurer’s position. Last month, the commission was divided on the decision to spend $38,000 on non-budgeted technology upgrades that were eventually approved. During that discussion, Commissioner Vosburgh

again shared her concern that the mayor and commissioners were spending too much money on nonbudgeted items. The current budget will need to be amended to reflect the additional expenditures, and it is hoped that additional unbudgeted revenues will help offset at least some of the unplanned expenses. A one-page document titled “The Mayor’s Audit Report” concludes with a vision for the future that includes a list of policies and procedures designed to ensure better fiscal responsibility moving forward. Not looking to place blame on the past administration, Shearon said the important thing is to correct the problems so they do not happen again. The state mandated annual audit performed by the CS&L accounting firm cost the city $29,000.

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IMMEDIATE OPENING. Parttime clerical support at AMI Church. Office tasks include copying, filing, data entry, report production. Good computer skills/ ability to manage confidential information essential. At least 3 years’ experience in a clerical support position. Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, and QuickBooks preferred. Please email resume only to gdlami@verizon.net

CLEANING: RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL & RENTALS. "Have it done your way, we care about our work" Call 941-7564570 PRESSURE WASHING AND WINDOWS residential, commercial & resorts. Roofs, buildings, houses, driveways etc. Call 941-251-5948 WORKS BY JAMMYE Over 20 Years Experience. Specializing in Residential Cleaning. You Call, We Clean! Call 941-896-0826

COMMERCIAL SALES/ LEASES/RENTALS OFFICE SPACE in Holmes Beach. $375 to $875. month. STORAGE SPACE $95 to $195/month. Call 941-737-1121 ANNA MARIA CITY Gulf Drive Frontage Commercial 2 Lots 104x120 Real Estate only $1,200,000. Call Alan Galletto Island Real Estate 941-232-2216

TRAILER ESTATES BOAT SLIPS $ 6 per foot .Minutes from Sarasota Bay. Repair shop & fish cleaning station on site. Call T.J. 941-7567177

YOU HAD A STROKE and now you have shoulder pain. We may have an option for you: Learn more about a clinical study to evaluate a potential treatment at: www. PainAfterStroke.com Call 800-269-0720

AMI BOATERS SELLING or BUYING, call Captain Dave! World Class Yacht Sales 877-901-BOAT. captaindave@wcyachtsales.com Bringing buyers and sellers together!

RESTAURANT/OFFICE/ RETAIL 1113 sf Kitchen Equipment include Gulf Drive Bradenton Beach $495,000 Call Alan Galletto Island Real Estate 941-232-2216

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CORTEZ DIVING COMPANY Call 941-792-7595. Underwater Hull Maintenance

ABSOLUTE AUCTION-2 log cabins, farmhouse, cottage, 20+/ -acres in Alabama overlooking Tennessee River, between Huntsville and Chattanooga, vacation rental history, April 1, 1:00 pm. Details Gtauctions. com, 205-326-0833,Granger, Thagard & Assoc. Inc., Jack F Granger, #873.

THE BEST BOAT Detailing Co. In Town. A & M Boat Detailing. Call Gary For Free Quote 941-223-2368 INFLATABLE DINGHY. SEAWORTHY 8 ft. Collapsible hard bottom. Excellent condition. $350 obo. 941778-2039.

CARPET CLEANING QUALITY COUNTS. CARPET cleaning. Upholstery cleaning. Tile & grout cleaning. Island's favorite cleaner. Manatee Chamber Member. Great price/free estimates. Call 941-756-1082

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OUR DAILY BREAD of Bradenton is looking for volunteer servers 9amnoon. Ask for Penny 941745-2992

ONLINE ONLY AUCTION - Buses, Tractor & Equipment & More for Sale! Ends April 3rd @ 7PM. Gulf Bay Auctions: 251-600-9595 or Visit GulfBayAuctions.com, AU3301 For SPL Internal Use Method of Payment Comments: Satellite Prolink,

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EMPIRE COMPUTER SERVICE Computer problems fixed in your home or office. The fastest friendliest service around. Serving the Island since 2004. Call 941-739-6424

EDUCATIONAL SERVICES MATH COACH- Retired College Professor now has openings for basic math through pre-calculus. Call Myra 941-313-0528

PART-TIME SALES Clerk. Evenings & weekends. Retiree's welcome. Gift shop on Anna Maria Island. Call 727-2445906 AIRLINE CAREERS BEGIN here - Get FAA approved Aviation Maintenance Technician training. Housing and Financial Aid for qualified students. Job placement assistance. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance 877-741-9260 www. FixJets.com CDL-A TEAM OWNER Operators: $2,500 Lease Incentive! Team Dedicated Routes. Great Revenue & Regular Weekly Home Time! 888-486-5946 NFI Industries nfipartners.com NURSING CAREERS BEGIN here - Get trained in months, not years. Small classes, no waiting list. Financial aid for qualified students. Apply now at Centura Institute Orlando 888-220-3219

FOR SALE RATTAN BISTRO TABLE SET with 4 swivel barstools and 34" beveled glass top for sale. Perfect height for dining with view. Nice condition, priced to sell! Call 941-345-4065. CANNON EOS DIGITAL REBEL XTI Strap 58mm Cannon zoom lens EF-S 18-55mm (2) Bower 58mm macro UV filters 58 mm UV filter Digital Optics 0.45X Digital Wide Lens w/macro Sigma 70-300 (1:4-5.6) zoom + macro lens, Low quality recording (picture) 2.5 megapixels Medium quality recording 5.3 megapixels High quality recording 10.1 megapixels. Camera bag, battery and charger, operating booklet. Seldom used and very clean, no damage or scratches, originally purchased for about $800, additional lenses purchased for about $450. Asking $500. Call 941-778-9818

GARAGE, MOVING, RUMMAGE & YARD SALES SALE! NIKI’S Gift & ANTIQUE SHOP 5351 Gulf Dr, Holmes Beach. Select Sterling Silver 10% to 50% off. All Gold 60% off. Select gifts, collectibles, dolls, books, miniatures, china, glassware, Bric-Brac 35% to 80% off. Driftwood lamps, tables, sail boats 15% off. Open 7 days 9:30-5. ROSER THRIFT SHOP Open Tuesday, Thursday & Friday from 9:30am-2pm, Saturday 10 am-1pm. Donations welcome any open day: but, specifically Wednesday 9am-11am. 511 Pine Ave. Anna Maria Call 941-779-2733. GARAGE SALE SATURDAY March 29. 8am-1pm 305 Tarpon St, Anna Maria. Pictures, toys, infant's pack & play, scooter, free items and much more!

HOME IMPROVEMENTS TILE! TILE! TILE! All variations of tile supplied and installed. Quality workmanship. Prompt, reliable, many Island references. Free estimates. Neil 941-726-3077 RENOVATION SPECALIST ALL carpentry repairs, Wash Family Construction, locally owned and operated CBC 1258250 Call 941-7250073. KERN CONSTRUCTION NEW Homes & Remodel. Design/Build. Since 1968. State License # CRC1327296. Call Jerry Kern 941-504-2222 www. kernconstructioninc.com GET’R DONE DRYWALL, INC Specializing in Remodels & Repairs. Island Resident for 18 years. Call Neil Cell 941-962-1194. SOUTHWEST HOME IMPROVEMENT Michigan General Contractor 30+ yrs. experience. Large or small projects. Budget minded knowledgeable tradesman will complete your project start to finish: On Time/On Budget. Call Mike 616-204-8822. PAINTING INTERIOR/EXTERIOR. Clean professional service. Free Estimates. Call Wayne Lewin 941-7268414

“HONEY DO" HOME Repairs & Handyman Services. 35 yrs experience. Painting, drywall, tile, woodwork. All tasks. Call 941-896-5256 or 941-807-5256 www.honey dohomerepairinc.com ASAP REPAIRS. Electrical, power washing, carpentry, Air conditioning/Heating. Free estimates. No service charge. No job too small. Engineer turned Handyman. Call 941-448-7806

HOME SERVICES HEADED BACK HOME? I'll keep an eye on your seasonal home for you until you get back. Weekly or Monthly inspections. Email reports after each visit. www. amivhc.com or Call 941685-8999 GENERAL BELLE PRESSURE Cleaning & Sealing. Inside/ outside. Tile, grout, pool cages, patios, driveways, etc. Commercial & Residential. Call 352-223-1134 DRAIN CLEANING James VanFossen A.K.A. “RIP” Call 941-301-6077

INTERIOR DESIGN THE HOME STYLIST Interior decorating. Vacation Homes & Rentals. Great packages that meet your budget. Call to schedule consultation. Debbie Wagner 941-518-8783

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STRAIGHT SHOT LANDSCAPING. Save water, gas, maintenance fees and the environment! Shell your yard. $50/yd installed. Call Shark Mark 941-301-6067 R. GAROFALO’S Interlocking brick pavers, driveways, patios, pool decks. Free estimates. Licensed & Insured. Call Rafael 941-778-4823 or Veronik 941-526-7941 TOP NOTCH LAWN CARE For all your landscaping needs. Commercial and Residential Call 941-932-6600 ELI’S IRRIGATION New install/repair. Pumps, pools, irrigation, landscape lighting and pressure washing. Call 941-580-2054

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SHELL DELIVERED AND spread $50/yd. Hauling all kinds of gravel, mulch, top soil with free estimates. Call Larry at 941-795-7775, "shell phone" 941-720-0770

PAINT! PAINT! AND MORE 16 years of experienced interior/exterior custom painting. Pressure cleaning, drywall repairs and texture finishes. Many Island references. Please call Neil for free estimates. 941-812-0507

"PERSONAL TRAINER" A.M.I. Fitness. Blake Forsberg ACE-certified. Special deals this month including no membership fee if you work with me. Call 360271-8439 forsbergblake@ gmail.com

LOCKSMITH ISLAND LOCKSMITH, “Lock Around the Clock”. Licensed/bonded/insured. Call 941-778-1661 or 941713-4414

LOST & FOUND FOUND RABIS TAG from Cook County, Illinois at Ave E in Holmes Beach. Call 815-953-5997 LOST SET of KEYS in Holmes Beach February 19th. Call 941-778-3330. Please leave message LOST DOG FEMALE Yorkie “Precious” limited hearing and vision. Very Friendly. Call 941-920-4934 or 941778-2907 REWARD! LOST CAMERA in Bradenton Beach on Sunday February 8. Call 217-8410007. REWARD. Valuable pictures. LOST PANDORA BRACELET many charms. Great sentimental value. Call 518-365-2702 MISSING 18 INCH GOLD chain with diamond drop, sterling silver seed bracelet , location Blue Water Beach Club between 9/12 & 9/13/2013 heartbroken was gift from husband 45 years ago REWARD please call 863-668-8566 no questions asked

MOVING & STORAGE MARTIN’S MOVING YOUR Island movers! Offering dependable, competitive rates. No hidden costs. 941-809-5777. TWO MEN and a TRUCK. Movers who care. Local and Long distance. www. twomen.com Call 941-3591904. We sell boxes!

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“WIZARD OF WALLS” Established 1980 Prompt quality service. Paperhanging/removal Faux finishes. Interior painting. Mary Bell 941794-0455 WALY PRECISION PAINTING custom painting, pressure washing, commercial/residential, interior/exterior, drywall/stucco, 10% off. Licensed & insured. Call 941-448-1928 or 941-5804005 www.WalyPainting. com

PERSONAL SERVICES SMALL ODD JOBS, yard work, walk dog etc. Call George 941-773-5518 CHUCK'S MOBILE UPHOLSTERY Island resident. Call 941-565-1867 THE TINT GUY." Commercial, residential, automotive, marine. Free estimates. All work guaranteed. Over 25 years experience. Mobile service available. Call 941-2012649

PET SITTING ARE YOU WANTING to vacation and not worry if your pet is lonely. I will overnight in your home, so your animal can stay in his own environment. Home Sitting is also available. Great References. Call Mary 941-405-2496

PHOTOGRAPHY NEW AERIAL AMI PHOTOS. PhotosFromTheAir.com. email: photosfromtheair@ gmail.com or Call 941-7739834

POOL SERVICES FOUR SEASONS POOL SERVICE. Anna Maria Island & West Bradenton. Certified pool operator. Residential/ commercial. Licensed & Insured. Call Dennis Clark 941-737-5657

AMI VALET LLC Professional parking services. Restaurants, weddings, any & all special events. Insured & Licensed. Years of experience. Call 941-565-0137 AMIValet@gmail.com AT YOUR SERVICE Personal & Professional assistant. Great rates. References available "Let me do what you are unwilling or unable to do." Call Cindy 941-812-2238 zicker8@aol.com

REAL ESTATE HOMES & CONDOS FOR SALE SPACIOUS 3BR/3BA Condominium rarely available in wonderful bay front complex with pool and tennis courts. Tastefully renovated to include newly tiled kitchen & family room with a peak of the bay and a split bedroom plan. Centrally located in Holmes Beach, with a short walk to shops. Ground-floor unit with covered parking and private storage. Family oriented and pet friendly. Offered at $450,000. Call Green Real Estate @ 941-7780455

DIRECT Gulf front Condo. Bradenton Beach. Solid 10% Investment rental income. $299,000. By Owner. flipkey.com/124227. Call 941-962-8220 ACTIVE 55+ COMMUNITY with heated pool and boat docks. Beaches are 5 min. away. Beautifully Remodeled in 2012, 2BR/2BA, villa with open floor plan. Turnkey Furnished. New Designer kitchen includes Stainless appliances, granite tops and a large island cook-top. New bathrooms and walk in closets with additional storage. Enjoy the convenience of your own washer & dryer within the unit. $159,900. Call 303-884-9479

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OWNER FINANCE. WATERFRONT Bayou condo, 522 Pine Ave. $275,000. 2BR/1BA Furnished, completely remodeled, granite kitchen, New tile bath, fixtures, furniture, washer/dryer. All new appliances, 46 inch flat screen TV. Professionally decorated. Walk to historic city pier and fine dining. Call 941-7781410. PERICO BAY CLUB VILLA for sale. GRAND CAYMAN MODEL with a 2 car garage. Fully furnished in beautiful condition…Call today! Kathleen White 941-7730165 Island Real Estate. ISLAND HIDEAWAY only a block from beach 3BR/2.5BA. Oversized garage. Meticulously maintained. Lush tropical landscaping. Can be rented weekly. $599K. Call Karen Day Fineout. Wagner Realty.941-518-3682. BRING YOUR BOAT! Canal villa with no bridges to ICW. 2/2 with carport. 23 foot dock. Open plan, Update kitchen & baths. $259,900 Katharine Pepper, RoseBay International 941-755-2100 or 941-792-9459

WATERFRONT 2BR/2BA CONDO w/garage in desirable gated Perico Bay Club $299,000. Many upgrades. Call owner 941-545-0480 for info/photos 4BR/3BA HOUSE on 71.5 acres with 18 stall horse barn in Parrish, Florida. Call Steve Georgie 941-321-6253 at Keller Williams Realty

REAL ESTATE: LOTS FOR SALE BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME West of Gulf Drive, QUIET Street, Beach Close, 64’x80’ Lot at 112-79th Street, Holmes Beach, $659,000, 941-778-6364

RENTALS: ANNUAL 2BR/2BA Mirror Lake, pool, tennis, workout room. End unit ground level across from SCF included trash, basic cable, pest, washer & dryer, condo application required. $800/mo $800 security deposit Available immediate. 2BR/2BA Perico Bay Club. Lake view, pool, tennis, workout rm. washer/dryer, carport. Secured entry. 1.5 miles to island. Condo application required Available 4/1 $1300/mo $1300 security deposit. Credit/ Background required with everyone over 18 years old. DUNCAN REAL ESTATE 941-779-0304 www.teamduncan.com

DEEP WATER CANAL Front Home. 3BR/2BA on corner lot. Between Manatee Ave and Cortez Rd. 1 block to intracoastal. 1 block to beach. $475,000 Owner may finance. 941-778-7980 or 941-778-7565.

HOLMES BEACH, GORGEOUS Remodeled 2BR/2BA, Large Carport, New Bathrooms & Fans, New Wood Floors & Paint, Quiet Area $1,495/mo Annual Call 941-713-6743

IMPECCABLE TOWNHOME only a short walk to beach and shopping. 2BR/3BA + Den. End Unit. 2 car garage. Can be rented weekly. Call Karen Day Fineout . Wagner Realty. 941-5183682

ANNUAL RENTALS: VILLAGE GREEN 2BR/2BA/2CG. Large Screen Porch. Available April 10. $1200/mo. BAY VIEW TERRACE: 2BR/ 1.5 BA renovated upstairs condo from April 1. $1,250/mo. Furnished or unfurnished. Call Kate 941345-1295 or email: kate@ islandreal.com Island Real Estate of AMI, Inc.

1BR/1BA CONDO in Country Village 55+. Updated kitchen, stainless steel appliances. New carpet and furniture $59,900. For more information call 517902-2542

2BR/1BA GULFVIEW ELEVATED Duplex non-smoking. Small pet considered. Laminate floors, laundry, carport. Walk to shopping. $995/mo plus utilities. Call 941-779-9470

BRADENTON BEACH - ANNUAL Rental, 1BR/1BA, granite, stainless, intercoastal in back, beach in front, pool, great location, no pets, no smoking, $1,000/mo. Call 603-969-6840

RENTALS: SEASONAL & VACATION TIFFANY PLACE Gulf Front Condo for Rent Incredible views from living room and master bedroom. 2BR/2BA Green Real Estate Call 941-778-0455 ANNA MARIA ISLAND, Fl Condos. Pool beach access, fully equipped $650-$750/ wk Redekercondos.com 941-778-1915 VACATION RENTALS – BRADENTON, houses or condos. Weekly or monthly. Call 941-794-1515. WWW. Coastalpropertiesrealty. com Suzanne Wilson, PA, Broker WILLKOMMEN AUF AMI! Besuchen Sie Island Real Estate in einem unserer Inselbüros (6101 Marina Drive oder 419 Pine Ave) mit unserem deutschsprachigen Reservierungsservice und erhalten ein freies Island Real Estate Baseball Cap! Wir geben Ihnen gerne mehr Auskunft über unsere 250 ausgewählte Feriendomizile für Ihren nächsten Urlaub! THINKING OF TRYING a New Property Management Company? Call Tracy or Amberly at A Paradise Vacation Rentals today. Call 941-778-4800 OFF-SEASON 2BR/2BA CONDO all inclusive $1800/mo. Call Suzanne at Coastal Properties Realty, 941-794-1515. HOLMES BEACH APARTMENT 2BR/1BA W/D, carport, quiet, close to beach. April thru December. $950/ mo includes utilities. Call 941-761-4153

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ANNUAL RENTAL WANTED for long time island business owners. Prefer single family home. Ready to move in May or June. Tom at 941-993-4909

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REAL ESTATE: OUT OF AREA BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN Log Cabin Sale! Only $84,900. New 1200sf ready to finish log cabin on 1+ acres with spectacular views and private access to US National Forest. Excellent financing. Call now 866-952-5303, Ext 201 UP TO 9 ACRES from $14,900. Mountain cabin only $89,900. Access to lake and trout stream. Views of the Atlanta skyline. 45 minutes from Northern Atlanta. Priced below developer cost! Call 888-260-0905 Ext. 17.

SEAFOOD "DAY BOAT CAUGHT SEAFOOD " Cap't Anthony's Seafood, LLC. 107 Spring Ave. 941-778-2141 Fresh grouper, Red Snapper, Mullet, Stone Crab, Octopus, our FAMOUS "Manali Dip" a must have!!! These fish were sleeping in the gulf last night and prepared to be on your table today! CAUGHT & PROCESSED LOCALLY BY CAPT ANTHONY MANALI, AN ISLAND LOCAL FOR OVER 50 YEARS!!

TRANSPORTATION AMI TAXI metered-on-callcards accepted. Airport services: Tampa $85, Sarasota $35, Clearwater $75, Fort Meyers $150, Orlando $150. Call 800-301-4816. amitaxi4u@gmail.com, www.amitaxi.com

TOWN CAR SERVICES, All airports served. Local and Long distance services available. Call Glen 941225-0072

TRAVEL "TO ITALY WITH LOVE TOURS" small private/ personalized groups to Enchanting Sperlonga on The Mediterranean. 13 Nights at "Marconi's Charming B&B". Relaxed Day Trips: Rome, Naples, Pompeii, Positano, quaint villages. Great Price, allinclusive approx. $4,500 - $5,500 with airfare. June Morrocco, Owner/Guide. Call 541-474-3541. www. toitalywithlovetours.com

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