Council to discuss revisions to city’s incentive programs
By MEGHAN BRADBURY news@breezenewspapers.com
A proposed revision to city economic development and business incentive programs will be discussed today.
The revisions to come before Cape Coral City Council include an update to clarify goals, improve eligibility and streamline incentive programs.
The goals of the program are to stimulate investment, expand the tax base, increase employment, support business growth and foster redevelopment.
Updates include new requirements, such as applicants must be in good stand-
KLCB participating in Coastal Cleanup Sept . 20
Keep Lee County Beautiful Inc. invites the public to take part in the Annual International Coastal Cleanup Saturday, Sept. 20, at sites throughout Lee County. Now in its 36th year, the ICC is a global initiative led by Ocean Conservancy, with KLCB serving as the local organizer.
Each year, the International Coastal Cleanup mobilizes millions of people across the globe to protect oceans and waterways by removing harmful trash and debris.
Since its launch, more than 18 million volunteers have worked together to collect over 380 million pounds of litter—transforming concern into action and setting an example of environmental stewardship.
KLCB encourages both residents and visitors to be part of this powerful movement by volunteering at cleanup sites across the county.
Pre-registration is required. To sign up and learn more, visit www.klcb.org/ events/coastal-cleanup.
The goals of the program are to stimulate investment, expand the tax base, increase employment, support business growth and foster redevelopment
ing with business tax, utilities and code compliance, as well as clearer disqualification triggers for unpaid obligations or code violations. In addition, applications must be submitted and deemed complete by the city’s Economic & Business Development Office, prior to certificate of occupancy or completion.
The incentive participation agreements are only required for awards for more than
$100,000, or tied to ongoing performance measures.
The Cape Collaborates and B2B Programs will reimburse, rather than provide upfront funding; will exclude retail, gas stations, car washes and storage facilities; remove eligibility for business advertising and addresses challenges with liens on upfront funding.
The BIG Grant Program enhancement
City, Kearns Restaurant Group reach agreement on rebuilding the Boathouse
By VALARIE HARRING vharring@breezenewspapers.com
The city of Cape Coral and the Kearns Restaurant Group have reached an agreement that will allow for the rebuilding of the Boathouse.
City Manager Michael Ilczyszyn notified Cape Coral City Council late Friday that the city and the Kearns Restaurant Group have reached an agreement.
“Good evening Mayor Gunter and City Council, We (City Administration and the City Attorney’s Office) have successfully concluded our negotiations for the rebuilding of the Boathouse restaurant in Cape Coral.
“The signed Settlement Agreement and Concessionaire Agreement were delivered to City Hall this afternoon. I have attached a Term Sheet which summarizes the business terms contained within the agreement which will be presented to you at the next regular city council meeting. Have a great weekend.”
The agreements signed by the Boathouse Tiki Bar & Grill LLC, which allow for the termination of the existing lease agreement for the restaurant’s location on the Cape Coral Yacht Club acreage, the demolition of the existing fire-damaged structure and a new concessionaire agreement, still need council approval. Terms of the Concessionaire Agreement include a 30-year term and grants the Boathouse Tiki Bar & Grill LLC exclusive rights to food/ beverage, retail, fuel and beach equipment concessions within the Concession Area as well as first right of refusal if the city engages with another freestanding restaurant at the Yacht Club
See THE BOATHOUSE, page 4
Fire ignited at the Boathouse Tiki Bar & Grill on Oct 17, 2024, leaving charred framework and debris
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will increase the award potential of 10% of total project cost, and not just infrastructure; expand eligibility to allow speculative projects, not just targeted industries or job creating employees; and allow retail unless it is the principal component.
Other items on the agenda include a mobility fee ordinance discussion, a financial policy update, watershed management plan and Del Prado landscape.
The meeting will take place at 9:30 a.m. today, Sept. 10, in Council Chambers at City Hall, 1015 Cultural Park Blvd.
The meeting is open to the public.
By MEGHAN BRADBURY news@breezenewspapers.com
Cape Coral City Council will hold the first of two public hearings on the property tax rate and next year’s budget Thursday. Council set a not-to-exceed rate of 5.5188 mills on July 23.
One mill is equal to $1 for every $1,000 of taxable assessed property valuation.
Council considered four options: included a proposed rate of 5.2188 mills; the rolled back rate of 5.1471 mills, which would have generated $2,200,734 less than the city manager’s proposed rate; the not-to-exceed 5.5188 mills or $9,208,099 more than at the city manager’s proposed rate; or any millage rate greater than the roll-back rate, but less than the not-to-exceed rate.
The 2026 budget as proposed is $1,437,048,387, which includes a total general fund revenue and operating expenditures of $264,702,131.
The budget includes 19 positions added to the fire department, 16 positions to the police department, four code compliance officers and one code compliance supervisor, playground replacements at Burton Park and Giuffrida Park, fitness station replacements at Del Prado Linear Park, Lake Kennedy Parking lot construction, city hall roof replacement, bridge maintenance and rehabilitation and flood prevention improvements.
The meeting will begin at 5:05 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 11, in City Council chambers, 1015 Cultural Park Blvd.
The final public hearing will be held on Sept. 25.
City, former manager settle lawsuit
By VALARIE HARRING vharring@breezenewspapers.com
A former city manager who filed a lawsuit against the city alleging discriminatory and other labor violations has dismissed his suit.
In a settlement agreement signed by Roberto Hernandez and Cape Coral City Attorney Aleksandr Boksner on Aug. 18 and 19, respectively, Hernandez agreed to dismiss the suit against the city and the city agreed it would waive any claim for costs. The parties agreed to pay their respective attorney fees.
Mayor John Gunter said the settlement vindicates the city’s position that the allegations were false.
“I am pleased that Mr. Hernandez has withdrawn his lawsuit filed against the city. The allegations that were made were utterly false, and during this process, they were found not to have any merit,” Gunter said in response to a Breeze email requesting comment. “This was simply a disgruntled employee who was terminated and made false accusations as a result of his termination. Throughout this time, we have remained focused on serving our residents, strengthening our community, and building a brighter future for our city. We will continue to do so while moving forward.”
Hernandez, who served as Cape Coral’s top administrator from August 2020 to February 2023 accused the city of discriminatory labor violations and alleged that the Cape Coral City Council did not renew his contract in retaliation after he objected to a series of civil rights violations concerning minority and LGBT employees.
On Feb. 14, 2023, two weeks after Council voted not to renew his rolling three-year contract, he sent the city a damages and settlement letter asking for $550,000, a neutral job reference and a public apology for professionally disparaging remarks made by some council members
“I am pleased that Mr. Hernandez has withdrawn his lawsuit filed against the city. The allegations that were made were utterly false, and during this process, they were found not to have any merit.”
—Mayor John Gunter
concerning his employment.
Council then voted to terminate his contract without cause.
Hernandez subsequently filed a complaint with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in March 2023. The federal agency opened an investigation, giving the city 30 days to respond.
The city denied both the allegations related to discriminatory labor practices and the accusation of retaliation.
It hired GrayRobinson, a Tampa-based law firm, to conduct an independent investigation.
The report, received by the city on May 12, 2023, concluded that the claims were unsubstantiated.
Sacha Dyson of GrayRobinson found that the non-renewal of Hernandez’s contract and his subsequent termination did not violate protections under state and federal law and that “no action has been taken or recommended to be taken against any employee because of his or her race or any other protected characteristic or protected activity.”
As April 29 of this year, the last time The Breeze made a followup query, the EEOC said it had no information to share on the matter. The agency told The Breeze shortly after the complaint was filed that such matters are confidential and that information is provided “Only when and if the EEOC files a lawsuit are we allowed to furnish any information.”
Individual council evaluations: city attorney rated ‘standard’ or above in all performance categories
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Cape Coral’s city attorney’s overall “above standard” evaluation score of 3.3 on a scale of 1 to 4 from the Cape Coral City Council late last month included two overall “excellents” and a trio of “standard”-pluses from members of the eight-member board.
Mayor John Gunter and Councilmember Joe Kilraine evaluated City Attorney Aleksandr Boksner with the highest average scores of “4” among 10 categories with Councilmember Rachel Kaduk’s overall average coming in at 2.5, Councilmember Laurie Lehmann’s at 2.6 and Councilmember Jennifer Nelson-Lastra at 2.7. Councilmember Derrick’s Donnell’s overall evaluation averaged to 3.8, Councilmember Keith Long’s,
an attorney, at 3.5, and Councilmember Bill Steinke at 3.
A 4 represents “excellent”; a 3 “above standard,” a 2 “standard” and a 1 “below standard.” Boksner received no “below standard” scores.
The evaluation took place on Aug. 27 with council approving a new, longer contract with additional compensation and better benefits on Sept. 3.
The new contract, extended for three years until Aug. 13, 2029, includes a 7.25% raise, pushing his annual base salary to $320,609.69. It also includes additional leave time and deferred compensation of $10,000, minimum, “within 14 days following his employment date anniversary of Aug. 13, 2025, and every anniversary employment date during the initial term.
Grant awards, programs on CRA agenda
By MEGHAN BRADBURY news@breezenewspapers.com
The South Cape Community Redevelopment Agency is expected to vote on grant award resolutions today.
Each resolution is for a Breaking Barriers to Business Grant Program grant.
The first resolution, 14-25, is for Palace Pub & Wine Bar, for $34,480.
Resolution 15-25 is for a $28,520 grant for Nice Guys Pizza and a $7,817 grant for Lady Cakes Bakery.
Cape Coral City Council, sitting as the CRA commission, also will discuss the Demolition Grant Program. The existing funding structure “favors” small parcels over the larger properties. A revision in the gap would “promote equity” across the property sizes and “incentivize larger-scale redevelopment projects.”
There are three options for the commissioners.
The first would provide greater funding for larger
projects is $200,000 or more. According to city documents posted online with the agenda, for every additional $100,000 spent over $100,000 the grant increases by $75,000. An example provided was for a $200,000 project receiving a $150,000 grant.
The second proposal includes removing the cap on the second tier. The first $50,000 of eligible costs is 100% reimbursed up to $50,000 and costs above $50,000 is 50% reimbursed with no upper limit. There is no ceiling for the total grant for higher-cost demolitions, which currently sits at a $75,000 cap.
The third option is a flat 75% grant coverage of total eligible demolition costs.
The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency meeting will be held at 9 a.m., today, Sept. 10, in Council Chambers at City Hall, 1015 Cultural Park Blvd. The meeting is open to the public.
Aleksandr Boksner
prep report
Monday Volleyball
Ida Baker 3, Cape Coral 0: The south Cape battle was all Ida Baker, which won by scores of 25-26, 25-16, 25-12. Both the Bulldogs and Seahawks are 4-6 on the season.
Bishop Verot 3, Naples 0: The Vikings (11-2) dominated Naples in a 25-9, 25-8, 25-18 sweep.
Boys Golf
Oasis 162, Babcock 178 At Cape Royal Golf Club Par 36
Oasis: Job Woodby 36, Aiden Pietras 39, Vance Davis 43, Tanner Goff 44, Dawson Sovich 47, Rhys Skillrud 49
Babcock: Thomas Hess 36, Renzo Frizza 50, 51, Sawyer Slonim 51, Cooper Slonim 55, Kilian Ctvrtnik 69.
Saturday Cross Country Seahawks Invitational
North Fort Myers runners had a big day at Saturday’s Seahawks Invitational, winning the girls race and taking third in the boys team results.
Cape Coral was second in the boys race.
Despite the absence of star runner Jazlyn Forbes, the Oasis girls took second overall with Lilliana Sipe and Madison Boyko finishing 1-2. Sipe’s winning time was 20:46.2 to Boyko’s 20:57.5.
Aurelia Sciandra (21:34.5) led the Red Knights with a third-place finish, with teammate Isabella Hull ninth.
Briana Watson of Island Coast came in sixth.
On the boys side, Cape Coral finished second to Fort Myers in the team scoring, just ahead of North Fort Myers. Oasis was sixth and Ida Baker seventh.
The Seahawks’ Ruben Viera De Lemos finished third in 17:14.0. North’s Brody Hilt was seventh and Cape’s Joshua Warren came in eighth. Adiran Sosa of Oasis was 10th.
Mariner’s Angel Cruz, the area’s top boys runner so far this season, did not compete Saturday. Dylan MaciasBuenrostro of Mariner, finishing second to Cruz a week ago at the DDD Sommer Invitational, also skipped Saturday’s race.
Seahawks Invitational At Veterans Park, Lehigh GIRLS
Team: North Fort Myers 51, Oasis 57, Fort Myers 60, Estero 92, Babcock 144, Hardee 156, Cape Coral 178, Ida Baker 204, South Fort Myers 220. NTS: Cypress Lake, Marco Island Academy, Port Charlotte, Bonita Springs, Evangelical Christian, Gateway, Island Coast.
Individual: 1 Lilliana Sipe (O) 20:46.2, 2 Madison Boyko (O) 20:57.5. 3 Aurelia Sciandra (NFM) 21:34.5. 4 Lyla Parker (FM) 21:41.5. 5 Gianna Lemons (FM) 22:15.2 6 Briana Watson (IC) 22:417. 7 Hailey Nardone (E) 22:50.7. 8 Oriah Valenti (PC) 23:20.6. 9 Isabella Hull (NFM) 23:17.1. 10 Ashley McKenzie (PC) 23:53.7.
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Quaterback Caedon Conn prepares to take a snap during the Red Knights’ 37-14 win over Mariner Friday night. Conn threw for two touchdowns in the game.
Big second half leads North Red Knights to 37-14 win over Mariner’s Tritons
By CJ HADDAD cjhaddad@breezenewspapers.com
The North Fort Myers Red Knights football team picked up its first win of the season Friday night and, in-turn, new head coach Ira Riggins scored his first win as a head coach.
The Red Knights (1-2) defeated Mariner (1-2) at home 37-14 on senior night, backed by a 30-point second half following a long weather delay prior to the contest.
A sluggish first half for both offenses saw North take a 7-0 lead into half when Caedon Conn connected with A.J. Phillips for a 42-yard touchdown strike over the middle in the second quarter.
It was all Red Knights in the second half, especially on the ground, as running backs Christian Weber and J.D. Irons both found paydirt.
North rushed for more than 200 yards on the ground in the contest, with Weber
totaling 108 yards.
“We just got way too comfortable,” said Tritons head coach Tyran Jones. “We got out of ourselves in the second half. We let them gain momentum and we just couldn’t get it back.”
Conn threw for his second touchdown of the night in the third when he found Charles Lonbardo for a 23-yard score.
“We just couldn’t get anything going offensively,” Jones said, noting two of Mariner’s receivers were out of Friday’s contest. “That slowed down a lot of our game plan for the week.”
As far as what happened defensively, Jones said, “By the time we were getting some things going, we would jump offsides or have a mental issue. The small things that we work on, we let North really just gain momentum. We lost confidence.”
The Tritons managed two fourth quarter touchdowns, as quarterback Owen O’Leary
Mussels, Mets season finale Sunday canceled
FORT MYERS - Due to inclement weather and unplayable field conditions, the season finale between the Fort Myers Mighty Mussels and St. Lucie Mets has been canceled and will not be made up.
After taking the Thursday and Friday night games at Hammond Stadium by the scores of 6-3 and 4-1, respectively, the Mussels dropped the Saturday game with the Mets winning 14-3.
St. Lucie finished the regular season with a record of 77-53, winning both the first and second halves of the season in the Eastern Division of the
Florida State League.
The FSL playoffs were set to begin Tuesday, with St. Lucie, Daytona, Lakeland and Clearwater competing for the league title.
The Fort Myers Mighty Mussels finish the season with a record of 5273, last in the FSL.
The team had eight walk-off wins at Hammond Stadium and finished the season with a 27-34 record at home. They return to action in April 2026. Stay tuned to MightyMussels.com for the official schedule release this winter.
ran for a score, and also hooked up with wideout Stephen Carter Jr. for a 26-yard touchdown.
“Every game (O’Leary) is getting better,” Jones said. “He’s learning. Especially from last year to this year — he’s making smart throws and just always wants to get better. Even without the weapons he usually has, he was making the right decisions.”
O’Leary was under duress all game being sacked five times, but still managed to go 9-for-17 through the air for 156 yards and a touchdown.
The Red Knight defense held Mariner to just 73 total rushing yards and forced a fumble.
Both teams hit the road next week, as Mariner takes on Riverdale (3-0) Friday night. North will travel to Lehigh to take on the Lightning (1-2) Friday night.
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Cape Coral police charge Naples man with grand theft
By CJ HADDAD cjhaddad@breezenewspapers.com
A Naples man has been charged by Cape Coral police after investigators said he was identified by his tattoos.
John Joseph Adams, 41, has been charged with two counts of grand theft, a third-degree felony.
Cape Coral Police Department officials state that on Aug. 27 around 8:45 a.m., officers were called to a reported theft at the Walmart located at 1619 Del Prado Blvd., South.
Officers met with Walmart’s loss pre-
vention investigator, according to police, who stated they observed a man attempting to push a cart full of unpaid merchandise past all points of sale.
CCPD officials said when confronted, the suspect abandoned the cart and fled on foot.
“The stolen merchandise, which was fully recovered, totaled $1,140.64 before tax,” CCPD officials stated in a release.
“Notable items included a $419 sewing machine and a Cricut Maker 3 valued at $349.00. Surveillance footage showed the suspect, described as heavily tattooed and
wearing a teal hat, selecting the merchandise and attempting to leave the store.”
Officials state a follow-up investigation by the CCPD Property Crimes Unit revealed the same suspect had been involved in a prior theft at a Walmart in Estero.
Detectives noted distinctive tattoos, including:”Ridin’ Dirty” on the man’s neck, “Momma” on his hand and “Rachel” in red letters beneath his lower lip.
Review of surveillance video and facial recognition software confirmed the suspect’s identity, officials stated, as Adams. A photo lineup was conducted, and Adams
was positively identified.
CCPD officials said further investigation linked Adams to additional thefts at Target (1890 N.E. Pine Island Road), where he reportedly stole $809.97 worth of merchandise, including Ninja cookware and a KitchenAid mixer.
On Sept. 6, Adams was arrested by the Lee County Sheriff’s Office in connection with another theft in Estero.
As of Tuesday afternoon, Adams will still in custody at Lee County Jail, being held on $13,500 bond, with one charge still pending a bail amount.
Council-related records requests to go through city attorney’s office
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Public records requests for documents involving Cape Coral City Council will now go through the city attorney’s office.
Cape Coral Michael Ilczyszyn sent an email to staff and members of the elected board on Aug. 22, notifying them that the “responsibility change” had been implemented.
The change is intended to streamline the process while also ensuring “consistency, accuracy, and compliance,” the email states.
“This adjustment was made as a matter of best practice,” Ilczyszyn said in response
to a Breeze email. “City Council members are not employees of the City’s administration, and their records—such as emails, social media accounts, and other communications—are distinctly separate from the day-to-day operations of administrative departments. It is also important to note since council members are not employees, administrative regulations and standard operating practices do not apply to them. Because of this, it is appropriate for the City Attorney’s Office, which serves as the legal counsel to the Council, to manage and coordinate responses to these requests.”
There are a number of benefits, he said.
“The change provides several benefits,”
Ilczyszyn said.
“1) Consistency and Accuracy: The City Attorney’s Office is best positioned to ensure records are collected, reviewed, and released in compliance with Florida’s public records laws, especially when requests involve multiple formats or personal accounts.
“2) Separation of Roles: This process avoids placing administrative staff in the position of handling records that do not fall within their official responsibilities.
“3) Legal Oversight: Since some Council records may involve privileged communications or sensitive materials, it is prudent for the City Attorney’s Office
to oversee production and ensure proper redaction when required by law.”
The City Clerk’s Office will continue to directly process requests that are not related to Council.
City Clerk Kimberly Bruns is the city’s designated custodian of public records, as is typical among municipalities throughout Florida. The city’s public records portal for those who choose to make public records requests electronically remains on the City Clerk’s Office Public Records webpage, https://www.capecoral.gov/department/ clerk/publicrecordsrequest.php.
The Boathouse: City and Kearns Restaurant Group reach agreement
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with matching terms/conditions.
Payments to the city will include $7,000/month ($84,000/year), paid in 12 equal monthly installments; 5% of gross receipts above the minimum guarantee in years 1–10, 6% in years 11–20 and 7% in ears 21–30.
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11 Cay Stevens (NFM) 24:00.2. 12 Esmeralda Ramos (Har) 24:00.9. 13 Britney Brickler (O) 24:04.0. 14 Charlotte Bender (E) 24:13.6. 15 Yuki Sprankel (NFM) 24:28.1. 16 Gahedjine Montrose (SM) 24:22.6. 18 Dafni Tressel (B) 24:26.7. 19 Audrey Gross (CC) 24:58.6. 20 Sophia Abokoora (E) 25:02.1. 21 Susanna Soovali (FM) 25:04.3. 22 Aleksandra Martin (FM)
25:18.6. 23 Chloe Gaff 25:18.9. 24 Jayden Mitchell (NFM)
25:37.1. 25 Taylor Johnson (Har) 25:37.4. ALSO: 26 Victoria Smith (NFM) 25:38.2. 28 Piper Sheldon (O) 25:43.2. 34 Aneila Harasimowicz (IB) 26:20.5. 36 Sydney Morency (O) 26:38.6. 38 Isabell Krekic (IB) 26:549.2. 40 Jade Franks (CC) 26:54.5. 43 Sophia McKee (O) 27:00.6. 44 Bailey Benetatos (O) 27:05.6. 45 Yanelis Beresford (O) 27:09.9. 48 Brooke Mena (CC) 27:32.3. 49 Brinley Stanley (NFM) 27:47.2. 57 Katherine Castaneda (IB) 28;55.5. 58 Noelle Sailors (CC) 28;59.8. 60 Autumn Hanley (CC) 29:13.6. 70 Renata Harasimowicz (IB) 30:37.1. 71 Alina Mateo (IB) 30:30.9. 73 Brianna Campbell (IC) 30:51.9.. 75 Kadence Holcomb (CC) 31.13.1. 78 Mia Rosario (IB) 31:45.6. 80 Natalee Phelps (IB) 32:05.7. 88 Brianna Gervase (IB) 34:03.7. 91 Oriana Giraldo (IB) 35:37.4. 92 Maria Tresgallo Hervis (IB) 35:59.2. BOYS
Team: Fort Myers 32, Cape Coral 66, North Fort Myers 78, Hardee 124, Estero 132, Gateway 188, Oasis 204, Ida Baker 221, Bonita Springs 228, Moore Haven 271, Island Coast 279, Lehigh 312, Babcock 344, South Fort Myers 359. NTS: Evangelical Christian, Cypress Lake, East Lee County, Marco Island Academy, Mariner.
Individual: 1 Reed Hagen (FM) 16:44.0 2 Trae Britton (FM) 17:06.4. 3 Ruben Viera De Lemos (CC) 17:14.9. 4 Valentin Lopez (Har) 17:14.5. 5 Brock Jackson (FM) 17:55.7. 6 Colton Barry (FM) 18:03.3. 7 Brody Hilt (NFM) 18:03.3. 8 Joshua Warren (CC) 18:11.2. 9 David Benitez (Har) 18:24.4. 10 Adrian Sosa (O) 18;24.5. 11 Vlad Doty (E) 18:26.0. 12 Martin Garcia (NFM) 18:33.4. 13 William Santana (NFM) 18;34.0. 14 Luke Bowers (E) 18:49.8. 15 Marco Proenza (IC) 18:55.9. 16 Reily Rountree (CC) 18:59.9. 17
Hunter Jendrusiak (CC) 19;04.5. 18 Andrew Conrad (FM) 19;07.3.19 Jendris Alfonso (MH) 19:11.8. 20 Nicholas Garcia (NFM) 19:16.1. 21 Lorenzo Zaini (BS) 19:21.8. 22 Chase Jendrusiak (CC) 19;25.6.23 Benjamin Menendez (G) 19:28.8. 24 Declan Daly (FM) 19:38.2 25 Ian Janoschka (G) 19;42.2. ALSO: 26 Cullen Zsebe (NFM) 19;50.7. 27 Michael Hernandez (IB) 19:53.9. 30 Graeson Campbell (NFM) 20:06.3. 34 Josue Caceres-Castellan (IB) 26:21.8 45
Marshal Zuchlewski (O) 21:08.1. 48 Ben Pucin (M) 21:32.4. 49 Michael Jendrusiak (CC) 21:;38.7. 50 Noah Hillman (NFM) 21:53.0. 55 Brandon Unger (IC) 22:10.0. 56 Osmani Zayas (IB) 22:13.6. 57 Yael Salazar-Maysonet (IB) 22:19,3, 63 Aiden Rolle (CC) 22:48.7. 65 Oscar Olsen (O) 22:53.6.
During construction the base rent would be $3,500 month base rent plus 5% of all gross receipts above rent with no exclusions.
The city will commit to $1 million reimbursement towards restaurant construction, applied as a monthly PG credit for first 10 years. The city also will pay for the installation of the fuel facility with the
Boathouse LLC to reimburse 50% of the cost over the agreement term. If Council opts not to approve the agreements, the existing lease, which has about nine years left to run, will be reinstated. Council had set a deadline of Sept. 6 for a signed concessionaire agreement with the original deadline for a settlement of the existing lease for the damaged building already past. According to the agreement signed by Zak Kearns, owner and partner of the Boathouse, the business will again be responsible for cost of demolition of the structure with the demolition to be completed within 30 days of receiving the permits to do so.
PreP rePort
68 Cash Arends (IB) 23:10.9. 71 Joseph Green (O) 23:24.5.
80 Brycen Kenna (CC) 33:46..82 Christopher Garcia-Guerra (IC) 24:04..7. 94 Joshua Burguete-Jarquin 26:02.6. 101 Ivan Roman (IB) 27:10.6.
Volleyball
Charlotte Tournament
At Charlotte High School, Punta Gorda Friday & Saturday’s results
Bradenton Christian 2, Ida Baker 0: 25-19, 25-14
Fort Myers 2, Ida Baker 0: Scores not available
DeSoto County 2, Ida Baker 0: 25-14, 25-19. Record: Ida Baker 2-5.
Friday
Football
Ida Baker 32, Palmetto Ridge 14: Ida Baker’s 21-game winless streak is finally in the rear-view mirror. Nikolas Korf ran for 192 yards and four touchdowns, leading the Bulldogs to their first win since the 2022 season finale. Nick Velez and Jimmy Hynes caught TD passes from Brody Root. Ida Baker (1-1) left Palmetto Ridge 0-3 on the year.
Oasis 24, Clewiston 21: The defense provided two safeties, which wound up being the difference that gave Oasis its first win of the regular season. Offensively, Jackson Sabath and Kevin Cisnero ran for touchdowns and Chuck Sipe scored on a pass from Ashton Alverio.
Venice 27, Bishop Verot 14: Macrae Thompson ran for 98 yards on 22 carries to lead the Vikings (1-2). Austaan Cristiaan threw a touchdown pass.
Dunbar 63, Island Coast 0: Tigers quarterback Brandon Seabrook threw four
touchdown passes to lead the Tigers (2-0) past the 0-3 Gators.
Thursday Volleyball
Oasis 3, Aubrey Rogers 0: Oasis improved to 5-1 with a 25-23, 25-21, 25-18 road win at Aubrey Rogers (2-6). Jordan Baksh had 12 kills, 10 aces and 25 digs for the Sharks. Tessa Bexfield added 10 kills and 14 assists.
Bonita Springs 3, Cape Coral 0: The Seahawks slipped to 4-4 after a 25-20, 27-25, 25-9 loss at Bonita Springs (1-8). North Fort Myers 3, Mariner 0: The Red Knights’ 25-13, 25-16, 25-18 win left both North and Mariner with 4-2 records.
Bishop Verot 3, Lemon Bay 0: Raising their record to 10-2, the Vikings swept Lemon Bay (5-2) by scores of 25-22, 2518, 25-14.
Island Coast 3, Dunbar 0: The Gators are 2-3.
Boys Golf
Oasis 166, Babcock 192 At Babcock National Golf Club Par 36
Oasis: Job Woodby 36, Thomas Hess 39, Dawson Sovich 42, Aiden Pietras 44, Tanner Goff 44, Vance Davis 45, Rhys Skillrud 49
Babcock: Sawyer Slonim 49, Cooper Slonim 52, Trevor Allen 52, Renzo Frizza 56, Zavior Braun 65.
Cypress Lake vs. Island Coast, NTS At Herons Glen Golf Club Par 36
Island Coast: Ty Bloomfield 47, Cole Weyant 56.
Cypress Lake: Benjamin Ham 68.
Girls Golf
North Fort Myers 194, Cape Coral NTS At El Rio Golf Club Par 36
Cape Coral: Ruiqi Jiang 45, Teegan Nichols 45, Leelani Maldonado 52. North Fort Myers: Sydney Caldwell 46, Kylie Sousa 48, Lucy Molloy 48, Abigail Holthaus 52.
Swimming and Diving
GIRLS
Cape Coral 199, Port Charlotte 83
200 Medley Relay: Cape Coral 2:06.48, 200 Free: E. Scribner (CC) 2:03.34, 200 IM: T.Tedhams (CC) 2:20.16, 50 Free: D. Franklyn (CC) 25.65, Diving: A. Sherman (PC) 95.40, 100 Fly: I. Figueroa (CC) 1:01.28, 100 Free: E. Scribner (CC) 56.56, 500 Free: A. Romine (CC) 5:42.60, 200 Free Relay: Cape Coral 1:46.72, 100 Back: A. Figueroa (CC) 1:04.56, 100 Breast: I. Figueroa (CC) 1:18.67, 400 Free Relay: Cape Coral 3:54.00 BOYS
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Boys Bowling Cypress Lake 3, Island Coast 2: Tre Little led the Gators with a 191 game.
Girls Bowling Cypress Lake 5, Island Coast 0: Angelica Veloso rolled a 160 to lead Island Coast.
PROBATE
IN IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWENTIETH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
PROBATE DIVISION
File No.: 25-CP-1985
IN RE: THE ESTATE OF DAVID WESLEY SMITH, Deceased.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of DAVID WESLEY SMITH, deceased, File Number 25-CP1985 is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1700 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, Florida 33901. The names and addresses of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the Decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the Decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
The date of first publication of this Notice is September 10, 2025.
THOMAS G. ECKERTY, ESQUIRE
Attorney for Personal Representative 12734 Kenwood Lane, Suite 89 Fort Myers, Florida 33907-5638 thomaseckerty@embarqmail.com Office: (239) 936-8338 Florida Bar No.: 310565
Wendy Smith Price
Personal Representative
September 10, 17, 2025 LC0024
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
IN RE: ESTATE OF PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO. 25-CP-2619
NANCY COLLEEN SAVARD, Deceased.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of NANCY COLLEEN SAVARD, deceased, File No. 25-CP-2619, is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Post Office Box 9346, Fort Myers, Florida 33902. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and persons having claims or demands against the decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claim with this Court WITHIN THREE MONTHS
AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
The date of the first publication of this Notice is September 3, 2025.
Attorney for Personal Representative: Judy A. Romano, Esq. Florida Bar No. 881200 6719 Winkler Rd., Suite 118 Fort Myers, Florida 33919 Telephone: (239) 437-5378
Personal Representative: Marissa Savard 603 NW 20th Street Cape Coral, Florida 33993 September 3, 10, 2025 LC0074 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 25-CP-2350
Division Probate IN RE: ESTATE OF EUGENE P. CESTARO, Deceased, NOTICE TO CREDITORS (Summary Administration) TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS OR DEMANDS AGAINST THE ABOVE ESTATE:
You are hereby notified that an Order of Summary Administration has been entered in the Estate of Eugene P. Cestaro, deceased, File Number 25-CP-2350, by the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1700 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, Florida 33901; that the decedent’s date of death was June 18, 2025; that the total value of the estate is $6.582.12, and that the name and address of to whom it has been assigned by such Order is Richard W. Cestaro, whose address is 2803 SW 32nd Street, Cape Coral, Florida 33914, and Patricia Laspina, whose address is 109 Regency Court, Morganville, New Jersey 07751. ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE NOTIFIED THAT:
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act, as described in section 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is filed within the time provided by section 732.2211, Florida Statutes. All creditors of the estate of the decedent and persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent other than those for whom provision for full payment was made in the Order of Summary Administration must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702. ALL CLAIMS AND DEMANDS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY OTHER APPLICABLE TIME PERIOD, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is September 10, 2025.
Co-Person Giving Notice: Richard W. Cestaro 2803 SW 32nd Street Cape Coral, Florida 33914
Co-Person Giving Notice: Patricia Laspina 109 Regency Court
Morganville, New Jersey 07751
Attorney for Persons Giving Notice: Amy L. McGarry
Florida Bar Number: 181897
Amy McGarry Law Office, PL 1708 Cape Coral Pkwy West, Suite 7 Cape Coral, Florida 33914
Telephone: (239) 945-3883 amy@amymcgarrylaw.com service@amymcgarrylaw.com September 10, 17, 2025 LC1928
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
PROBATE DIVISION
File No. 25-CP-1658
IN RE: ESTATE OF RUTH ANN ROMINE-LAMB
Deceased.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Ruth Ann Romine-Lamb, deceased, whose date of death was September 6, 2024, is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1700 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, FL, 33901. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is September 3, 2025.
Attorney for Personal Representative: Scott Kuhn, Esq.
Attorney Florida Bar Number: 555436 6720 Winkler Road FORT MYERS, FL 33919
Telephone: (239) 333-4529 Fax: (239) 333-4531
E-Mail: pleadings@kuhnlegal.com
Personal Representative: Karen Blackwell 6879 Sedgewick Court Fort Myers, Florida 33919
September 3, 10, 2025
LC1280
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
PROBATE DIVISION
File No. 24-CP-3767
IN RE: ESTATE OF JOAN M. MANOBIANCO, Deceased.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Joan M. Manobianco, deceased, whose date of death was April 25, 2024, is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1700 Monroe Street, Ft. Myers, FL 33901. The names and addresses of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON
OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is September 3, 2025. Attorney for Personal Representative and Personal Representative: Derrick S. Eihausen, Esq. Florida Bar No. 0546941 Eihausen Law Firm PO Box 1630 Ft. Myers, Florida 33902 Phone: 239.284.2195 derrick@eihausen-law.com
September 3, 10, 2025 LC1630
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 25-CP-2202 IN RE: ESTATE OF DANIEL BLAKE GROPPE, Deceased.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Daniel Blake Groppe, deceased, whose date of death was April 5, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1700 Monroe Street, Ft. Myers, FL 33901. The names and addresses of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s
estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is September 3, 2025.
Attorney for Personal Representative: Derrick S. Eihausen, Esq. Florida Bar No. 0546941 Eihausen Law Firm PO Box 1630 Fort Myers, FL 33902 Phone: 239.284.2195 derrick@eihausen-law.com
Personal Representative: Robert Groppe PO Box 1630 Fort Myers, FL 33902
September 3, 10, 2025 LC1630
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 25-CP-2564 Division Probate IN RE: ESTATE OF MARIA S. SKILLAS, Deceased, NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the Estate of Maria S. Skillas, deceased, whose date of death was June 30, 2025, and the last four digits of whose social security number are x0810, is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1700 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, Florida 33901. The names and addresses of the co-personal representatives and the co-personal representatives’ attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the Decedent and other persons having claims or demands against Decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
The Co-Personal Representatives have no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the Decedent’s death by the Decedent or the Decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which
the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act, as described in section 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is filed within the time provided by section 732.2211, Florida Statutes. All other creditors of the Decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is September 10, 2025.
Co-Personal Representative: Catherine M. Skillas
530 SW 51st Terrace
Cape Coral, Florida 33914
Co-Personal Representative: Michele Baehr
530 SW 51st Terrace
Cape Coral, Florida 33914
Attorney for Co-Personal Representatives: Amy L. McGarry
Florida Bar Number: 181897
Amy McGarry Law Office, PL 1708 Cape Coral Pkwy West, Suite 7 Cape Coral, Florida 33914 Telephone: (239) 945-3883 amy@amymcgarrylaw.com service@amymcgarrylaw.com
September 10, 17, 2025 LC1928
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 25-CP-2235 Division Probate IN RE: ESTATE OF Dennis Edward Jacobi Deceased.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Dennis Edward Jacobi deceased, whose date of death was July 1st, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for LEE County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P.O. Box 9346, Fort Myers, FL 33902
The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
The City of Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board will hold their Regularly Scheduled Meeting on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 5:00P.M., in the Cape Coral Council Chambers, 1015 Cultural Park Blvd., Cape Coral, FL 33990
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AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is September 10, 2025.
MELVILLE G. BRINSON, III, P.A. Attorneys for Personal Representative 8359 STRINGFELLOW RD. ST. JAMES CITY, FL 33956
Telephone: (239) 282-0551 Florida Bar No. 0494003
Email Addresses: brinson@afblaw.com suz@afblaw.com
Brian Jacobi
808 Harmony Hill Road, West Chester, WI 19380
Personal Representative September 10, 17, 2025 LC0835
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 25-CP-2235
Division IN RE: ESTATE OF Dennis Edward Jacobi Deceased. NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION (testate)
The administration of the estate of Dennis Edward Jacobi, deceased, is pending in the Circuit Court for County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P.O. Box 9346, Fort Myers, FL 33902. The file number for the estate is 25-CP-2235. The estate is testate and the dates of the decedent’s will and any codicils are 08/30/2017 and 12/10/2024
The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. The fiduciary lawyer-client privilege in section 90.5021, Florida Statutes, applies with respect to the personal representative and any attorney employed by the personal representative.
Any interested person on whom a copy of the notice of administration is served must file with the court, on or before the date that is 3 months after the date of service of a copy of the Notice of Administration on that person, any objection that challenges the validity of the will or any codicils, venue, or jurisdiction of the court. The 3 month time period may only be extended for estoppel based upon a misstatement by the personal representative regarding the time period within which an objection must be filed. The time period may not be extended for any other reason, including affirmative representation, failure to disclose information, or misconduct by the personal representative or any other person. Unless sooner barred by section 733.212(3), Florida Statutes, all objections to the validity of the will, venue or the jurisdiction of the court must be filed no later than the earlier of the entry of an order of final discharge of the personal representative or 1 year after service of the notice of administration.
Persons who may be entitled to exempt property under section 732.402, Florida Statutes, will be deemed to have waived their rights to claim that property as exempt property unless a petition for determination of exempt property is filed by such persons or on their behalf on or before the later of the date that is 4 months after the date of service of a copy of the notice of administration on such persons or the date that is 40 days after the date of termination of any proceedings involving the construction, admission to probate, or validity of the will or involving any other matter affecting any part of the exempt property.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or
the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by the surviving spouse or a beneficiary as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk.
Unless an extension is granted pursuant to section 732.2135(2), Florida Statutes, an election to take an elective share must be filed on or before the earlier of the date that is 6 months after the date of service of a copy of the notice of administration on the surviving spouse, an attorney in fact or a guardian of the property of the surviving spouse; or the date that is 2 years after the date of the decedent’s death. Under certain circumstances and by failing to contest the will, the recipient of this notice of administration may be waiving his or her right to contest the validity of a trust or other writing incorporated by reference into the will.
MELVILLE G. BRINSON, III, P.A.
Attorneys for Personal Representative 8359 STRINGFELLOW RD. ST. JAMES CITY, FL 33956
Telephone: (239) 282-0551 Florida Bar No. 0494003
Email Addresses: brinson@afblaw.com suz@afblaw.com
Brian Jacobi 808 Harmony Hill Road, West Chester, WI 19380
Personal Representative September 10, 17, 2025 LC0835 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 25-CP-2235
Division IN RE: ESTATE OF Mary L. Pilkington Deceased, NOTICE TO CREDITORS (summary administration) TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS OR DEMANDS AGAINST THE ABOVE ESTATE: You are hereby notified that an Order of Summary Administration has been entered in the estate of Mary L. Pilkington deceased, File Number 25-CP-2235 by the Circuit Court for LEE County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P.O. Box 9346, Fort Myers, FL 33902, that the decedent’s date of death was June 8th, 2025 that the total value of the estate is $67,160.22; and that the names and addresses of those to whom it has been assigned by such Daniel Myers 5938 Eastling Road Bokeelia, FL 33922
ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE NOTIFIED THAT: All creditors of the estate of the decedent and persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent other than those for whom provision for full payment was made in the Order of Summary Administration must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702. ALL CLAIMS AND DEMANDS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY OTHER APPLICABLE TIME PERIOD, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this Notice is September 10, 2025.
MELVILLE G. BRINSON, III, P.A. Attorneys for Person Giving Notice 8359 STRINGFELLOW RD. ST. JAMES CITY, FL 33956
Telephone: (239) 282-0551 Florida Bar No. 0494003
Email Addresses: brinson@afblaw.com suz@afblaw.com
Edward Pilkington 3432 SW 2nd Lane, Cape Coral, FL 33991
Person Giving Notice September 10, 17, 2025
LC0835
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION Case No. 25-CP-2144 IN RE: ESTATE OF MARIE FRANCESCONI, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Marie Francesconi, deceased, whose date of death was May
20, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1700 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is September 10, 2025.
Attorney for Personal Representative: Erik C. Stocks
Attorney Florida Bar Number: 0075107
JONES HABER & ROLLINGS
1633 SE 47th Terrace Cape Coral, FL 33904
Telephone: (239) 542-0700
Fax: (239) 542-8627
E-Mail: stocks@joneshaberlaw.com
Secondary E-Mail: retz@joneshaberlaw.com
Personal Representative: Rosemarie Duus
132 Pearl Croft Road Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
September 10, 17, 2025 LC0018
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
PROBATE DIVISION
File No. 25-CP-1554
Division Probate IN RE: ESTATE OF Darlene Jean Metcalf
Deceased.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Darlene Jean Metcalf, deceased, whose date of death was August 15th, 2024, is pending in the Circuit Court for LEE County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P.O. Box 9346, Fort Myers, FL 33902
The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand
must be filed with the clerk. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is September 10, 2025.
MELVILLE G. BRINSON, III, P.A. Attorneys for Personal Representative 8359 STRINGFELLOW RD. ST. JAMES CITY, FL 33956 Telephone: (239) 282-0551
Florida Bar No. 0494003
Email Addresses: brinson@afblaw.com suz@afblaw.com
Richard David Metcalf, Jr 205 South Ocean Grande Drive, Unit 303, Ponte Vedra Personal Representative September 10, 17, 2025 LC0835
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 25-CP-1554
Division Probate IN RE: ESTATE OF Darlene Jean Metcalf Deceased.
NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION (intestate)
The administration of the estate of Darlene Jean Metcalf, deceased, is pending in the Circuit Court for County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P.O. Box 9346, Fort Myers, FL 33902. The file number for the estate is 25CP-1554. The estate is intestate.
The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. The fiduciary lawyer-client privilege in section 90.5021, Florida Statutes, applies with respect to the personal representative and any attorney employed by the personal representative.
Any interested person on whom a copy of the notice of administration is served must file with the court, on or before the date that is 3 months after the date of service of a copy of the Notice of Administration on that person, any objection that challenges the validity of a will admitted to probate, venue or jurisdiction of the court. The 3 month time period may only be extended for estoppel based upon a misstatement by the personal representative regarding the time period within which an objection must be filed. The time period may not be extended for any other reason, including affirmative representation, failure to disclose information, or misconduct by the personal representative or any other person. Unless sooner barred by section 733.212(3), Florida Statutes, all objections to the validity of a will admitted to probate, venue or the jurisdiction of the court must be filed no later than the earlier of the entry of an order of final discharge of the personal representative or 1 year after service of the notice of administration.
Persons who may be entitled to exempt property under section 732.402, Florida Statutes, will be deemed to have waived their rights to claim that property as exempt property unless a petition for determination of exempt property is filed by such persons or on their behalf on or before the later of the date that is 4 months after the date of service of a copy of the notice of administration on such persons or the date that is 40 days after the date of termination of any proceedings involving the construction, admission to probate, or validity of a will or involving any other matter affecting any part of the exempt property.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by the surviving spouse or a beneficiary as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk.
Unless an extension is granted pursuant to section 732.2135(2), Florida Statutes, an election to take an election to take an elective share must be filed on or before the earlier of the date that is
6 months after the date of service of a copy of the notice of administration on the surviving spouse, an attorney in fact or a guardian of the property of the surviving spouse; or the date that is 2 years after the date of the decedent’s death.
Under certain circumstances and by failing to contest the will, the recipient of this notice of administration may be waiving his or her right to contest the validity of a trust or other writing incorporated by reference into the will.
MELVILLE G. BRINSON, III, P.A. Attorneys for Personal Representative 8359 STRINGFELLOW RD. ST. JAMES CITY, FL 33956
Telephone: (239) 282-0551
Florida Bar No. 0494003
Email Addresses: brinson@afblaw.com suz@afblaw.com
Richard David Metcalf, Jr 205 South Ocean Grande Drive, Unit 303, Ponte Vedra
Personal Representative September 10, 17, 2025 LC0835
FICTITIOUS NAMES
D & R GULF INVESTMENTS, LLC will register DYRC as DBA (fictitious name).
September 3, 10, 2025
LC8643
NOTICE OF INTENTION TO REGISTER FICTITIOUS NAME
The undersigned does hereby certify that William D Breckenridge is conducting a Roofing business at 1504 NE 34th Ln, Cape Coral, FL 33909 in Lee County under the fictitious name of Roofing By Breckenridge Builders and that said firm is composed of the following persons whose names and places of residence are as follows:
William D Breckenridge 1504 NE 34th Ln Cape Coral, FL 33909
Ownership of Roofing By Breckenridge Builders is as follows:
The Breckenridge Builder Corp.
It is my intention to apply to the Department of State, Division of Corporations, State of Florida to register the said name of Roofing By Breckenridge Builders under the provision of Chapter 90267 (Fictitious Name Act), Laws of Florida (Section 865.09, Florida Statutes), 1990. September 10, 2025
LC2011
NOTICE OF INTENTION TO REGISTER FICTITIOUS NAME
The undersigned does hereby certify that SaniMed, PA is conducting a Medical practice business at 19 Del Prado Blvd N, Cape Coral, FL, 33909 in Lee County under the fictitious name of The Salty Stethoscope and that said firm is composed of the following persons whose names and places of residence are as follows:
Richard Dylan Murphy 1660 Bunting Lane Sanibel, FL, 33957
Ownership of The Salty Stethoscope is as follows: SaniMed, PA
It is my intention to apply to the Department of State, Division of Corporations, State of Florida to register the said name of The Salty Stethoscope under the provision of Chapter 90-267 (Fictitious Name Act), Laws of Florida (Section 865.09, Florida Statutes), 1990. September 10, 2025 LC1660
AUCTIONS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that STORQUEST intends to sell the personal property described below, which is stored at 1975 SW Pine Island Rd. Cape Coral, FL. 33991 (239)565-2877, to enforce a lien imposed on said property under The Florida Self Storage Facility Act Statutes (Section 83.801-83.809). The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on September 26, 2025 12:00 PM at StorageTreasures.com.
Name: Unit # Contents Susan Allridge B133 HHGS Mayte Melo B232 HHGS
Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase by cash only. All purchased items are sold as is,
where is, and must be removed at the time of the sale. Sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. September 10, 17, 2025 LC1197
PURSUANT TO CH 713.585 (6) F.S TUFFY AUTO SERVICE CENTER WILL SELL THE FOLLOWING VEHICLE TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER SUBJECT TO ANY LIENS. NET PROCEEDS DEPOSITED WITH THE CLERK OF COURT; OWNER/ LIEN HOLDER HAS RIGHT TO HEARING AND POST BOND; OWNER MAY REDEEM VEHICLE FOR CASH SUM OF LIEN INTERESTED IN VEHICLE PLEASE CALL (239) 489-0010. SALE DATE 09/25/2025 @ 10:00 AM. 8092 S TAMIAMI TRL, FORT MYERS, FL 33908. 2002 DODGE/CARAVAN VIN # 2B4GP44392R526560. September 10, 2025 LC2405
MISCELLANEOUS
IN THE MATTER OF ZERIYAH RENEE SANTANA NOTICE OF PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME OF A MINOR (Md. Rule 15-901(d))
Case Number: C-18-FM-25-000454 Date: 9/2/2025 FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO: Zeriyah Renee Abell
Name petitioner wants minor to be known as
A petition to change the name of Zeriyah Renee Santana to Zeriyah Renee Abell has been filed with this court.
You must consent (to agree) or object to (oppose) the petition in writing no later than 30 days after being served (receiving this notice and the documents filed in this case). If you do not file a written consent or objection within 30 days of being served with this notice, the court will consider your silence to be consent and may grant the name change.
You can use form CC-DR-063 (Parent’s/Guardian’s/Custodian’s Consent/Objection to Change of Name of a Minor).
Any objection must be supported by an affidavit (a written statement signed by oath or affirmation) and served on all parties. (Md. Rule 1-321.)
Changing the name of the minor will not change an existing child support obligation or paternity.
Debra J. Burch
Clerk of the Circuit Court
September 10, 17, 24, 2025
LC5610
Listed below are the Sanibel Fire & Rescue District Board of Fire Commissioners regular meetings for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The meetings are held at 2351 Palm Ridge Rd, Sanibel, FL 33957 at 9:00 A.M. on the second Wednesday of each month.
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September 10, 2025
LC9472
NOTICE OF AGENCY ACTION BY THE SOUTH FLORIDA WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT
Notice is hereby provided that the South Florida Water Management District is issuing a Water Use Permit (permit) modification with conditions (Permit Number 36-00077-W; Application Number 250815-56045 to Cam7-Sub, LLC to transition the project from agricultural irrigation to landscape irrigation associated with the proposed Kingston residential community on Corkscrew Road. As a result, the annual allocation is decreasing from 1791.8 million gallons (MG) to 543.33 MG, whereas the maximum month allocation is decreasing from 346.86 MG to 68.31 MG. The project name is Kingstone Phase I Irrigation, located in Lee County ‘ s Section 24, Township 46 South, and Range 27 East.
The Staff Report setting forth the staff recommendation regarding the permit, including proposed limiting conditions, can be obtained by contacting the Regulatory Records Management Section, during normal business hours, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except legal holidays, at 3301 Gun Club Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33406, Regulation Division, by telephone at 561-682-6911, by e-mail at permits@sfwmd.gov , or by accessing the Staff Report directly from the District’s website ( www.sfwmd.gov using the Application/Permit Search on the ePermitting page.
The District’s agency action as set forth in the Staff Report shall become final unless a timely petition for an administrative hearing is filed under Sections 120.569 and 120.57 of the Florida Statutes before the deadline for filing a petition.
As required by Sections 120.569 and 120.60(3), Fla. Stat., the following is notice of the opportunities which may be available for administrative hearing or judicial review when the substantial interests of a party are determined by an agency. Please note that this Notice of Rights is not intended to provide legal advice. Not all of the legal proceedings detailed below may be an applicable or appropriate remedy. You may wish to consult an attorney regarding your legal rights.
RIGHT TO REQUEST
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING
A person whose substantial interests are or may be affected by the South Florida Water Management District’s (SFWMD or District) action has the right to request an administrative hearing on that action pursuant to Sections 120.569 and 120.57, Fla. Stat. Persons seeking a hearing on a SFWMD decision which affects or may affect their substantial interests shall file a petition for hearing with the Office of the District Clerk of the SFWMD, in accordance with the filing instructions set forth herein, within 21 days of receipt of written notice of the decision, unless one of the following shorter time periods apply: (1) within 14 days of the notice of consolidated intent to grant or deny concurrently reviewed applications for environmental resource permits and use of sovereign submerged lands pursuant to Section 373.427, Fla. Stat.; or (2) within 14 days of service of an Administrative Order pursuant to Section 373.119(1), Fla. Stat. “Receipt of written notice of agency decision” means receipt of written notice through mail, electronic mail, or posting that the SFWMD has or intends to take final agency action, or publication of notice that the SFWMD has or intends to take final agency action.
Any person who receives written notice of a SFWMD decision and fails to file a written request for hearing within the timeframe described above waives the right to request a hearing on that decision.
If the District takes final agency action which materially differs from the noticed intended agency decision, persons who may be substantially affected shall, unless otherwise provided by law, have an additional Rule 28-106.111, Fla. Admin. Code, point of entry.
Any person to whom an emergency order is directed pursuant to Section 373.119(2), Fla. Stat., shall comply therewith immediately, but on petition to the board shall be afforded a hearing as soon as possible.
A person may file a request for an extension of time for filing a petition. The SFWMD may, for good cause, grant the request. Requests for extension of time must be filed with the SFWMD prior to the deadline for filing a petition for hearing. Such requests for extension shall contain a certificate that the moving party has consulted with all other parties concerning the extension and that the SFWMD and any other parties agree to or oppose the extension. A timely request for an extension of time shall toll the running
of the time period for filing a petition until the request is acted upon.
INSTRUCTIONS
FILING
A petition for administrative hearing must be filed with the Office of the District Clerk of the SFWMD. Filings with the Office of the District Clerk may be made by mail, hand- delivery, or e-mail. Filings by facsimile will not be accepted. A petition for administrative hearing or other document is deemed filed upon receipt during normal business hours by the Office of the District Clerk at SFWMD headquarters in West Palm Beach, Florida. The District’s normal business hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., excluding weekends and District holidays. Any document received by the Office of the District Clerk after 5:00 p.m. shall be deemed filed as of 8:00 a.m. on the next regular business day. Additional filing instructions are as follows:
Filings by mail must be addressed to the Office of the District Clerk, 3301 Gun Club Road, West Palm Beach, Florida 33406. Filings by hand-delivery must be delivered to the Office of the District Clerk. Delivery of a petition to the SFWMD’s security desk does not constitute filing. It will be necessary to request that the SFWMD’s security officer contact the Office of the District Clerk. An employee of the SFWMD’s Clerk’s office will receive and file the petition. Filings by e-mail must be transmitted to the Office of the District Clerk at clerk@ sfwmd.gov . The filing date for a document transmitted by electronic mail shall be the date the Office of the District Clerk receives the complete document. A party who files a document by e-mail shall (1) represent that the original physically signed document will be retained by that party for the duration of the proceeding and of any subsequent appeal or subsequent proceeding in that cause and that the party shall produce it upon the request of other parties; and (2) be responsible
for any delay, disruption, or interruption of the electronic signals and accepts the full risk that the document may not be properly filed.
INITIATION OF AN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING
Pursuant to Sections 120.54(5) (b)4. and 120.569(2)(c), Fla. Stat., and Rules 28-106.201 and 28-106.301, Fla. Admin. Code, initiation of an administrative hearing shall be made by written petition to the SFWMD in legible form and on 8 1/2 by 11 - inch white paper. All petitions shall contain:
1. Identification of the action being contested, including the permit number, application number, SFWMD file number or any other SFWMD identification number, if known.
2. The name, address, any email address, any facsimile number, and telephone number of the petitioner and petitioner’s representative, if any.
3. An explanation of how the petitioner’s substantial interests will be affected by the agency determination.
4. A statement of when and how the petitioner received notice of the SFWMD’s decision.
5. A statement of all disputed issues of material fact. If there are none, the petition must so indicate.
6. A concise statement of the ultimate facts alleged, including the specific facts the petitioner contends warrant reversal or modification of the SFWMD’s proposed action.
7. A statement of the specific rules or statutes the petitioner contends require reversal or modification of the SFWMD’s proposed action.
8. If disputed issues of material fact exist, the statement must also include an explanation of how the alleged facts relate to the specific rules or statutes.
9. A statement of the relief sought by the petitioner, stating precisely the action the petitioner wishes the SFWMD to take with respect to the SFWMD’s proposed action.
MEDIATION
The procedures for pursuing me-
diation are set forth in Section 120.573, Fla. Stat., and Rules 28-106.111 and 28-106.401.405, Fla. Admin. Code. The SFWMD is not proposing mediation for this agency action under Section 120.573, Fla. Stat., at this time.
RIGHT TO SEEK JUDICIAL
REVIEW
Pursuant to Section 120.68, Fla. Stat., and in accordance with Florida Rule of Appellate Procedure 9.110, a party who is adversely affected by final SFWMD action may seek judicial review of the SFWMD’s final decision by filing a notice of appeal with the Office of the District Clerk of the SFWMD in accordance with the filing instructions set forth herein within 30 days of rendition of the order to be reviewed, and by filing a copy of the notice with the clerk of the appropriate district court of appeal.
September 10, 2025
LC6675
NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to an Amended Writ of Execution issued out of the Circuit Court of Lee County, Florida, on the 12th day of March, 2025, in the cause wherein RCS Recovery Services LLC, is Plaintiff, and Patrick Lewis, is Defendant, being Case No. 17CA3638, in the said County; I, Carmine Marceno, as Sheriff of Lee County, Florida, have levied upon all of the right, title, and interest of the Defendant, Patrick Lewis, in and to the following described property to-wit:
DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY
Lot 17, Block 7, Parkwood IV, Section 6, Township 45 South, Range 27 East, Lehigh Acres, as per map or plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 28 at Page 99, Public Records of Lee County, Florida. 1633 Covington Meadows Circle, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936 and on Thursday, 10/16/2025, at 2072 Victoria Avenue, Fort Myers, Florida at the hour of 10:00 A.M., or as soon thereafter as possible, I will offer for sale all of the Defendant’s, Patrick Lewis, right, title, and interest in aforesaid property at public outcry and will sell the same, subject to all prior liens, encumbrances and judgments, if any, to the highest and best bidder or bidders for CASH IN HAND, the proceeds to be applied as far as may be to the payment of costs and the satisfaction of the above-described Execution.
Dated this 4th day of September, 2025
Carmine Marceno, Sheriff Lee County, Florida
By: Lieutenant Mark Sewell
Civil Division Lee County Sheriff’s Office #06074
Phone Number 239-477-1353
If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, 2072 Victoria Avenue, Fort Myers, FL 33901, and whose telephone number is (239)477-1000.
September 10, 17, 24, October 1, 2025 LC0135
ACTIONS
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 20TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY
CASE NO. 25-DP-0001-K2
IN THE INTEREST OF: A.B. DOB: 12/30/2024, MINOR CHILD NOTICE OF ACTION TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS
TO: Audrey Brown, address unknown YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families, has filed a Petition to terminate your parental rights and permanently commit the following child for adoption: A.B. born on 12/30/2024. You are hereby commanded to appear on October 16, 2025, at 9:00 AM before the Honorable Tracey Redd at the Lee Courthouse, 1700 Monroe Street Courtroom 3-A 3rd Floor Fort Myers, FL 33901, for an ADVISORY HEARING. FAILURE TO PERSONALLY APPEAR AT THIS ADVISORY HEARING CONSTITUTES CONSENT TO THE TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS OF THIS CHILD (OR CHILDREN). IF YOU FAIL TO APPEAR ON THE DATE AND TIME SPECIFIED, YOU MAY
LOSE ALL LEGAL RIGHTS AS A PARENT TO THE CHILD OR CHILDREN NAMED IN THIS NOTICE.
If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Brooke Dean, Operations Division Manager, whose office is located at Lee County Justice Center, 1700 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, Florida 33901, and whose telephone number is (239) 5331771, at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. WITNESS, my hand as Clerk of said Court and the Seal thereof, this 15 day of August, 2025. Kevin Karnes, Clerk of Court
By: As Deputy Clerk
August 20, 27, September 3, 10, 2025 LC0017
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 20TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY CASE NO. 25-DP-0001-K2 IN THE INTEREST OF:
A.B. DOB: 12/30/2024, MINOR CHILD NOTICE OF ACTION TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS
TO: Franklin Barnes, address unknown YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families, has filed a Petition to terminate your parental rights and permanently commit the following child for adoption: A.B. born on 12/30/2024. You are hereby commanded to appear on October 16, 2025, at 9:00 AM before the Honorable Tracey Redd at the Lee Courthouse, 1700 Monroe Street Courtroom 3-A 3rd Floor Fort Myers, FL 33901, for an ADVISORY HEARING. FAILURE TO PERSONALLY APPEAR AT THIS ADVISORY HEARING CONSTITUTES CONSENT TO THE TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS OF THIS CHILD (OR CHILDREN). IF YOU FAIL TO APPEAR ON THE DATE AND TIME SPECIFIED, YOU MAY LOSE ALL LEGAL RIGHTS AS A PARENT TO THE CHILD OR CHILDREN NAMED IN THIS NOTICE.
If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Brooke Dean, Operations Division Manager, whose office is located at Lee County Justice Center, 1700 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, Florida 33901, and whose telephone number is (239) 5331771 at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. WITNESS, my hand as Clerk of said Court and the Seal thereof, this 15 day of August, 2025. Kevin Karnes, Clerk of Court By: As Deputy Clerk August 20, 27, September 3, 10, 2025 LC0017
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 20TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Case No.: 25 DR-006016
Division: Judge: Hawthorne, Amy R
JONI A. DEBALDO, Petitioner, and JEFFREY MYERS, Respondent,
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT)
TO: JEFFREY MYERS LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: 1729 PALM RIDGE ROAD, MELBOURNE, FL 32935
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on JONI A. DEBALDO whose address is, 1729 PALM RIDGE ROAD, MELBOURNE, FL 32235 on or before September 22nd,
2025, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at Lee County Justice Center at P.O. Box 310, Fort Myers, FL 33902 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.
The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: {insert “none” or, if applicable, the legal description of real property, a specific description of personal property, and the name of the county in Florida where the property is located} NONE.
Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request. You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Notice of Current Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed to the address on record at the clerk’s office.
WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.
Dated: August 13th, 2005 CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
By: Deputy Clerk
I, BY THE PEOPLE, a nonlawyer, located at 16050 S. TAMIAMI TR. #2 104, FORT MYERS, FL, 239-267-9955 helped JONI A. DEBALDO, who is the petitioner fill out this form.
August 27, September 3, 10, 17, 2025
LC0731
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 20th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No.: 25-DR-006216
Division: Judge: Hawthorne, Amy R
Ulet Morrison Streeter Petitioner, and Joshua D Streeter Respondent,
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT)
TO: Joshua Streeter (Respondent’s last known address) 4115 Ambrosia Ct Fort Myers, FL 33916
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Ulet Morrison Streeter whose address is 4871 Windsor Landing Dr., Apt. 301, Fort Myers Fl 33966 on or before Sept. 30, 2025 and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 1700 Monroe St., Fort Myers, FL 33901 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.
The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: {insert “none” or, if applicable, the legal description of real property, a specific description of personal property, and the name of the county in Florida where the property is located}
Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request. You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk’s office.
WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.
Dated: 08-21-25
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
By: JG Deputy Clerk August 27, September 3, 10, 17, 2025 LC4115
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE
20th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No.: 25-DR-006217 Division:
DANE SANDER Petitioner, and RAMONA GIACCO Respondent,
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT)
TO: RAMONA GIACCO
{Respondent’s last known address} 14902 FAVERSHAM CIR, ORLANDO, FL 32826
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on DANE SANDER whose address is 1369 LOCHBREEZE WAY ORLANDO, FL 32828 on or before October 1, 2025, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at P.O. BOX 310 FT MYERS, FL 33902 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.
The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: {insert “none” or, if applicable, the legal description of real property, a specific description of personal property, and the name of the county in Florida where the property is located} NONE Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request. You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk’s office. WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.
Dated: 08/22/2025
Kevin C. Karnes CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT By: Eldora Bakelman Deputy Clerk
This form was completed with the assistance of: YAMIL FRANCISCO DIVORCE IN FLORIDA ONLINE INC PO BOX 48016 TAMPA, FL 33647 800-474-1970 August 27, September 3, 10, 17, 2025 ###### IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 20th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No.: 25-DR-005164 Division:
RAFAEL GILBERTO MUNOZ Petitioner, and PAULA ANDREA RAMIREZ Respondent,
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT)
TO: PAULA ANDREA RAMIREZ {Respondent’s last known address}. 521 NE 37TH ST, POMPANO BEACH, FL 33064
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on RAFAEL GILBERTO MUNOZ whose address is 4661 MILITARY TRAIL E POMPANO BEACH, FL 33064 on or before September 29, 2025, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at P.O. BOX 310 FT MYERS, FL 33902 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.
The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: {insert “none” or, if applicable, the legal description of real property, a specific description of personal property, and the name
A8 of the county in Florida where the property is located}
NONE
Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request.
You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk’s office.
WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.
Dated: 08/20/2025
Kevin C. Karnes
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT THE COURT
By: Eldora Bakelman Deputy Clerk
This form was completed with the assistance of:
YAMIL FRANCISCO DIVORCE IN FLORIDA ONLINE PO BOX 48016 TAMPA, FL 33647
800-474-1970
August 27, September 3, 10, 17, 2025 ######
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 20th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Case No.: 25-DR-006242
Division: Judge: Carlin, John S Daniel Trapheagen Petitioner, and Guoda Steigvilaite Respondent,
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT)
TO: Guoda Steigvilaite
{Respondent’s last known address} 2824 Yellow Creek Loop Apt 113 Cape Coral, Fl 33909
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Daniel Trapheagen whose address is 441 Penley Lake Circle, #204, Cape Coral, Fl 33991 on or before Oct., 01, 2025 and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 1700 Monroe St., Fort Myers, FL 33901. before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.
The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: {insert “none” or, if applicable, the legal description of real property, a specific description of personal property, and the name of the county in Florida where the property is located}
Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request.
You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk’s office.
WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.
Dated: 08-22-25
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
By: JG Deputy Clerk August 27, September 3, 10, 17, 2025 LC4411
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 20th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Case No.: 25 DR004976
Division: Wendy Nicodemus Petitioner, and Jamie Warner Respondent,
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE
TO: Jamie Warner (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT)
{Respondent’s last known address}. 2304 Marquesa Creele Naples FL 34113
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Wendy Nicodemus whose address is 11160 Harbour Yacht Ct, Ft. Myers, FL 33908 on or before Oct. 06, 2025, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 1700 Monroe St Fort Myers FL 33901 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.
The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: {insert “none” or, if applicable, the legal description of real property, a specific description of personal property, and the name of the county in Florida where the property is located}
Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request. You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk’s office.
WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.
Dated: 08-27-25
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
By: Deputy Clerk September 3, 10, 17, 24, 2025 LC1114 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 20TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Case No.: 25-DR-006568
Division:
Janice Lisa Trejo
Petitioner, and Pedro Trejo
Respondent,
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT)
TO: Pedro Trejo
{Respondent’s last known address} 8490 Avon Park Cutoff Road Frostproof FL 33843
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Janice Lisa Trejo whose address is 104 Mount Zion Church Road Frostproof FL 33843 on or before October 15, 2025and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 1700 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.
The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: {insert “none” or, if applicable, the legal description of real property, a specific description of personal property, and the name of the county in Florida where the property is located}
Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request. You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk’s office.
WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and informa-
tion. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.
Dated: 09/05/2025
Kevin C. Karnes
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
By: J. Collins Deputy Clerk
This form was completed with the assistance of: Abraham Penton www.mysimpledivorceonline.com
8785 SW 165th Ave Suite 200 Miami, FL 33193
305-744-2319
September 10, 17, 24, October 1, 2025
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 20th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLOIRIDA Case No.: 25-DR-006512
Division: Judge: Adams, Elisabeth
Cecilia Socorro Rivero Barriga Petitioner, and, David James Waszak Respondent,
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT)
TO: David James Waszak
{Respondent’s last known address}.
March 7, 2025 we lived together at 22170 Tropicana Ave., Estero, FL 33928
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Cecilia Socorro Rivero Barrigga whose address is 22170 Tropicana Ave., Estero, FL 33928 on or before 10/14/2025 and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 1700 Monroe St., Fort Myers FL 33901 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.
The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: {insert “none” or, if applicable, the legal description of real property, a specific description of personal property, and the name of the county in Florida where the property is located}
Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request. You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk’s office.
WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.
Dated: 9/3/25
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
By: TM
Deputy Clerk
September 10, 17, 24, October 1, 2025 LC2217
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 20th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Case No.: 25-DR-005383
Division: Judge: Hawthorne, Amy R
Ifotant Cadet Petitioner, and Velia Jean Louis Respondent,
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT)
TO: Velia Jean Louis
{Respondent’s last known address) 2440 Welch Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Ifotant Cadet whose address is 2440 Welch Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901 on or before Oct. 02, 2025, and file the original with the clerk of this
Court at 1700 Monroe St., Fort Myers, FL 33901 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.
The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: {insert “none” or, if applicable, the legal description of real property, a specific description of personal property, and the name of the county in Florida where the property is located}
Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request. You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk’s office.
WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.
Dated: 08/27/2025
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
By: JG Deputy Clerk
This form was completed with the assistance of:
Audrie Carry Carry Multi Services & Discount B. store 2273 Fowler Street Fort Myers, FL 33901
239 207-7628
September 3, 10, 17, 24, 2025 ######
