Landings Eagle - July 2022

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Beach Violence Stuns Siesta

Shooting, battery incidents shake a community now seeking solutions

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Forecasters at NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center, a division of the National Weather Service, are predicting above-average hurricane activity this year — which would make it the seventh consecutive above-average hurricane season.

NOAA’s outlook for the 2022 Atlantic hurricane season, which extends from June 1 to November 30, predicts a 65% chance of an above-normal season, a 25% chance of a near-normal season and a 10% chance of a below-normal season.

For t he 2022 hu r r ica ne sea son, NOAA i s forecasting a likely range of 14 to 21 named storms (winds of 39 mph or higher), of which 6 to 10 could become hurricanes (winds of 74 mph or higher), including 3 to 6 major hurricanes (category 3, 4 or 5; with winds of 111 mph or higher). NOAA provides these ranges with a 70% confidence.

During a Landings Emergency, go online for updates on the storm situation in The Landings.

The LMA isn’t responsible for individual’s safety or personal property. The LMA will provide notices by email and website updates if cellular service is available.

A La ndi ngs emergenc y is decla red when Sarasota County has declared a storm warning whe n t he su st a i ned w i nd s a re 35 MPH or over and expected to grow, and The Landings security contractor decides to evacuate the Main Gatehouse.

In that situation, the North & South Gates will be opened, all gate arms will be removed, and the Main Gate will be closed. LMA will notify residents of the Main Gate closure via auto-call.

Th is issue of the Eagle contai n s t ips a nd instructions to ensure your readiness in case a storm hits Sarasota on page 18.

Two violent acts on Memorial Day on Siesta Key near and in the highly populated Village have both stunned and outraged residents here. The area that day saw large packs of teens in close proximity, estimated in the hundreds, where fighting led to severe outcomes including multiple gunshots.

“It ’s u n fo r t u n at e, b ut a l s o 10 0% preventable. The community is very upset

about this,” said Chris Brown, owner of several properties along Avenida Messina near where the shootings were reported to have occurred.

“It’s another example of the overuse and abuse of Siesta Key,” Brown said, noting that a subsequent discussion he with a local member of law enforcement had the official Continued on p. 12

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Sunday pickleball players enjoy the sun and the socializing with one another. All our welcome to join the fun on Sundays at 9:30 AM. See more photos on page 4.

Landings Business Owner – Village Bikes

By Emma Shaughness Having a hobby is necessary to take some time to decompress during a hectic and stressful week. It is rare that people have a job that combines work with the activity they love the most, however, that is not the case for Landings resident, Ed Levins. The proud owner of Village Bikes, Ed uses his passion for cycling to run a successful business.

Born in New Jersey but a Florida native since he was two years old, Ed remained in the Sunshine State for college studying Architecture and Fine Arts at the University of Florida. Upon graduation, he worked at a ceramic tile and carpeting company owned by his wife’s family for 35 years.

An avid cyclist, Ed jumped at the opportunity to buy Village Bikes 20 years ago when the previous owner wanted to sell it. A small bike shop at the time, Ed used his cycling knowledge to transform Village Bikes into a well-known bike shop in the Sarasota area.

Village Bikes currently has two locations: one in Sarasota on South Osprey Avenue and one in Lakewood Ranch on Main Street. Ed offers a variety of services such as bike fitting and repair services and new bike sales. Village Bikes sells road bikes, mountain bikes, and electric bikes for cyclists of all skill levels at unbeatable prices. Their expert employees strive to ensure all customers receive the service they need to get out and cycle.

Ed notes that his favorite part about working at Village Bikes is being around people that enjoy cycling. He enjoys the exercise and finds cycling “very therapeutic and a way to let the endorphins flow.” In his work, Ed tries to share his ideals with new and returning customers.

Ed and his wife, Kathy, moved to The Landings nearly seven years ago when they decided to downsize from their six-bedroom house. They

have five children, Chris, Kim, Aimee, Meghan, and Katie, and thirteen grandchildren. Most of their family members also live in Florida. In The Landings, Ed and Kathy enjoy the beautiful view behind their home. They live by a peaceful lake with a fountain and like to open their windows to listen to the water. Ed says he often enjoys a cup of coffee in the morning or a glass of wine at night by the lake to unwind after a busy day.

The Landings also has a three-mile loop that Ed enjoys cycling. He jokes that his neighbors have probably seen him riding his road bike dressed head to toe in biking gear and listening to music. An experienced cyclist, Ed often rides 15-24 miles at a time. When he is not biking in The Landings, Ed also cycles on the nearby Legacy Trail. Even though he enjoys cycling at both spots, his favorite place he has cycled is a gravel trail in Emporia, Kansas.

Ed feels fortunate to have a passion that became a vital part of his work. He loves talking about cycling with his customers at his Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch stores and encourages people to try cycling to improve their health. For people who are interested in cycling, both Village Bike stores are open Monday-Friday from 10am6pm and Saturday from 9 AM-5 PM.

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President’s Report As Co-Chai r of t he Roads Committee, I would like to keep you informed of the progress on the restoration project. The LMA website home page has links to two documents that provide information about the history of the project, the engineering analysis, and LMA

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Board decisions. The goal has been to provide information along the way, beginning last October. The most recent invitation to Association Presidents with the invitation extended to all neighbors, was in May. The last Zoom presentation was May 25.

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Below is a timeline description of recent past and future events regarding the projects. The usual process for a road restoration project of our scale, when employing an engineering consultant, who develops a plan and oversees the construction to its completion, follows a similar timeline: • June 6th: Stantec “advertises” for bids from contractors. (We have been reassured by our consulting attorney, Michael Cochran, that the process and engineering documentation being followed is sound.)

• June 13th: The pre-bid meeting takes place at The Landings at which time six interested contractors were given a summary of the project and an opportunity to ask questions • June 17th: The contractors are encouraged to submit questions • June 20th: LMA sends notice of the July 7 Board meeting including the resolution to undertake the project • June 21st Stantec responds to contractor questions • June 28th Contractors submit their bids • June 29th Stantec summarizes the bids and submits them to the Roads Committee to select a contractor Contractors usually begin projects soon after submitting their bids. The contractors have been advised that The Landings is obligated to have the funds in house before signing a contract, which has a timeline of no less than 60 days from the date of the assessment.

• Ju ly 1st (tent at ive date)

Roads Committee presents their recommendations at an open, community wide Zoom meeting.

Association Presidents will be kept informed of any delays. (If you do not receive the Zoom link, please ask your Association President to forward it to you.)

• July 1st: The notice of the special meeting is sent. The resolution and amount of the special assessment will be included in the mailing.

• July 7th: Roads Committee presents their motion to undertake the project during the July 7th: Board meeting. Based on available information, it is likely that the Roads Committee will recommend to the LMA Board that the Board resolve to undertake the project.

• July 18th: Special meeting will be convened if the Board votes to undertake the roads project on July 7th. The vote will be on the resolution to levy a special assessment.

On to other news. The incidents of shenanigans by hooligans increased when the school year wound down.

The Racquet Club was able to identify two of the three young men who visited and engaged in mischief on the courts, in the pool, spa and fitness center. They are not Landings residents. One of them was taking tennis lessons.

Repeated reports have come to security and the board regarding the misuse of a golf cart by some of the teenagers in our neighborhood.

The Security Committee conferred with the Sheriff’s Department to learn about how to better deal with violators and golf cart misuse.

Among her suggestions was “if you see something, say something.”

Cameras have been recording activity on the Nature Trail after sunset and before sunrise. The installation was supported by Sheriff Hick’s recommendation that cameras provide valuable information.

Future Board meetings will be held with the assistance of a media consultant. We hope that more out-of-town neighbors will join the meetings now. It was apparent during the last meeting that participation is simpler, and the technology better used when someone who understands Zoom’s utility organizes the meeting.

News of past and future events can be found throughout The Eagle.

You will note that the Racquet Club has moderated its indoor events due to the increased percentage of Covid-19 cases in our community.

Stay tuned for updates and changes to the schedule of events as we await a return to a fuller calendar of events.

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LMA Meeting Notes LMA Pres. Elida Ramberger began the meeting by a n n o u n c i n g t h e f ol low i n g during the president’s report: • The minutes of the last LMA Meeting were presented and approved.

• Ka ssa nd ra Luebke, a consultant contacted to audition her services to improve the zoom platform of LMA meetings was present.

• An up-to-date report of Roads Committee progress and status is available on the website.

• Two of the th ree young people responsible for mischief on t he ten n i s cou r t s, pool, spa, and fitness center have been identified. They were not Landings residents. One of them who is taking tennis lessons, has been prohibited from further lessons. The youngster’s father was contrite when notified and offered volunteer hours from the youngster. The offer was declined.

• Another incident of mischief by resident youths was also reported. The Sarasota County Sheriff office was advised and requested residents report to t hem a nyt i me t hey w it ness mischief.

• Joan Koplin was recognized and thanked for her volunteer hours and effort leading the Sign Committee to replace signs throughout The Landings.

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liabilit y options to consider moving forward, especially in consideration of the looming Ro ad s Re storat ion P r o j e c t.

McMahon has insured the LMA and other Associations in The Landings for about 15 years. In particular, the Directors and Officers policy that protects t he La nd i ng’s Ma n agement A s s o c i at i o n ( L M A) w a s thoroughly discussed during the 21 m inute presentation.

The Board will further discuss opt ion s wit h t hei r at tor ney before the Roads Project contract is signed.

SIGN COMMITTEE

C o m m i t t e e c h a i r, Jo a n Kopl i n repor ted new sig n s are being installed. Although s o m e t we a k i n g i s n e e d e d the committee welcomes all com ments and feedback.

Another big sign project is The La ndi ngs sig n at t he st reet outside the main gate.

FINANCE REPORT

Treasurer, Har vey Greller reported a deficit for the month of Apr i l of $5,40 0 br i ng i ng the year-to-date total surplus t o $15,0 0 0. Unpa id a n nu a l assessments total $12,055.

ENVIRONMENTAL

Committee chair, Maralyn Kaufman-David, Ph.D. reported a n up d at e on t he comp o st project. The project is currently on hold awaiting completion of la ndscapi ng. Though the project has not officially begun, several residents have already

expressed interest in expanding the project into other areas of The Landings.

The committee is working with the Lakes Committee to continue t h e r i n g o f r e s p o n s i b i l it y landscaping strategy around each of the lakes.

The committee is also looking at a potential butterfly garden project on the nature trail.

involving a swale on Landings Court has been completed. No further drainage projects are in the works.

LAKES & DRAINAGE

MAINTENANCE

Committee chair, Jeff Smith reported replacing a fountain on Lake 3 at the cost of $1,200. Lake 9 water level was extraordinarily low due to lack of rain. That combined with heat and algae blooms caused the death of about 50 Talapia fish that were removed.

T he su r vey of la ke s by Santec revealed all the lakes except one are experiencing significant bank erosion. The Lakes Committee will work with Association Presidents as well as the Environmental Committee to develop a plan to improve vegetation stabilization of lake banks to limit future costly projects. Smith briefly reviewed concerns involving several lakes.

A motion was made to give the Lakes and Drainage Committee aut hor it y to negot iate w it h reputable firms known to the LMA to enter into contracts to remediate safety and priority issues identified in the 2022 Lakes Assessment Study in an amount not to exceed $60,000.

After discussion the motion passed unanimously.

A sm a l l d ra i n age proje c t

LANDSCAPING

L a n d s c ap i n g c h a i r, Pau l We i n e r r e p or t e d s p e nd i ng $10,000 to refurbish the islands.

They are expected to be completed by the end of July.

M a i n t e n a n c e C o m m it t e e Chair, Judy Greene, reported progress of several projects.

• The air conditioning unit at the North Gate has been replaced. I n t he pro cess of remova l, t he wa l l bega n to crumble and will be repaired over the next few weeks.

• The North Gate roof will be replaced soon.

• Greene reported she would b e request i ng add it ion a l maintenance funds at the July meeting.

KAYAK PROJECT

Allison Taylor a nd David Osborn reported two additional kayak racks were purchased and have been installed adding 24 available spots for kayak storage.

Eighteen residents were on the wait list indicating the additional spots will go quickly. Rentals will total about $6,000 annually.

A motion was made not to exceed $350 to purchase bottom rollers for the kayak racks. The motion passed.

NOMINATING COMMITTEE

Chair, Cali Lampton reported

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LMA BOARD OF DIRECTORS: Elida Ramberger Jeff Smith Harvey Greller Harry Moser Sue Camins Joan Koplin Cali Lampton Paul Weiner Neil Goldman

President Vice President Treasurer Secretary Director Director Director Director Director

Mary Shrewsbury Property Manager Argus Property Management LMA COMMITTEE CHAIRS: Finance Communications The Eagle Environmental Governing Docs Review Hazardous Waste Lakes & Drainage Landscaping LMA Property Mgr Needs Comm.

Maintenance Nature Trail & Kayaks Nominating Parliamentarian Roads Safety & Security Social/Community Events Technology Website Designer

Harvey Greller Joan Koplin Norman Olshansky Maralyn Kaufman Sue Camins Harvey Greller Jeff Smith Paul Weiner Harvey Camins Judy Greene David Osborn & Allison Taylor Cali Lampton Sue Camins Elida Ramberger Mike Knupp Vacant John McFetridge Eddie Goldstein

she would place an announcement in the July Eagle regarding Board and committee openings. There are and will be several open positions.

Associat ion presidents wi ll also be solicited to provide names of qualified people.

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BOARD & COMMITTEE MEETINGS

Inside events are forJuly fully vaccinated 2022 & boosted members Good news COVID rates have of dropped significantly, we have restarted inside social events!

Below is the–tentative schedule Landings activities so . Indoor LRC group events are paused Key dates are listed below, we are back8%. in action!

Paige until COVID positivity drops below The LRC willPackman send out a weekly update when these events have resumed. Fingers crossed it won’t be too long. — Paige Packman, LRC Social Director

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Tuesday August 9 Tuesdays Wednesday August 24& Thursdays 9-11 AM Poolside RoomPM 2:30-4:30

LRC Summer Happy Hours

Wednesday, July 27, 5:30 7:30 PM Wednesday, Sept 28 , 5:30 7:30 PM

Advance signup not required. Use TeamReach phone app with Group Code LPBS to stay in touch.

LMA EVENTS

Open to Landings 14, 21,Residents 28, 5-7 and PMtheir guests.

Koffee Klatch

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Free Landings Kids Cooking Lessons Back to School Bash!

LANDINGS-WIDE Rock & Roll Pool Fishing at the Gazebo

Back to old style happy hours - BYOB and appetizers to share.

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Food truck: Maggie “Fish Whisperer” if you want to learn Sign up withposted Norm Olshanky at nfpconsultingresources@gmail.com how to fish or just fish with a friend. on the Move.

Tennis Round Robin & Friday 3/25, 4/22 at 2 PM Weekly social golf group with 9- and Pro Exhibition

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LRC President’s Report As you’re reading this article, Wi m b l e do n w i l l b e i n f u l l swing. If you’re like me, I’ve enjoyed watching the grass court tournaments, especially the early rou nds when t he cou rt is i n pristine condition. How I wish my own yard looked that green and groomed. But did you know t hat t he ten n is pros chasi ng ra n k i ng poi nt s (a nd money) wear a different type of shoe specifically for grass courts? They look the same on the outside, but the sole of the shoes doesn’t have the normal tread but have dozens of pimples/bumps that give them better traction on the grass. Plus, “back in the day”, the pros would on occasion have spikes on their grass court shoes – but as you can guess, it would chew up the court quickly and subsequently were banned.

After Wi mbledon, t he clay cou r te r s st ay i n Eu rop e for another few weeks, finishing up their European clay court season w it h tou r n a ment s i n Swe de n , G e r m a ny, Au st r i a, France, Poland, Hungary and two tournaments in Switzerland: Lausanne and Gstaad.

Having been to the tournament in Gstaad, the courts are right in the middle of town on the main street with the Alps surrounding them, quite the setting. Then, everyone comes back across the pond to the United States to begin two months of sweating it out in the American summer on hard courts.

Closer to home, we’re also sweating it out on the courts but fortunately, on clay courts that are so much easier on our legs and knees.

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Even though they say we’re in the low season, it’s hard to tell from the traffic on Tamiami Trail.

However, on the courts, we are seeing a few more open courts in the morning. If you want to beat the heat, you might consider an 8:00 AM time as it’s normally not as hot or humid and you might even get a bit of a breeze.

O n t he s o c i a l f ront, we’r e going to have a couple of LRC happy hours – going back to our old format of BYOB and an appetizer. Make sure to look for the LRC activity article in this month’s Eagle for the specific dates.

I do want to take a moment and thank all our volunteers for their great work on our new and improved social activities as we emerge for the covid pandemic.

We couldn’t have done it without them. Speaking of volunteers, many thanks to our Landscaping Committee, the club is looking fantastic especially now that we’ve been able to do some tree trimming which will help keep the leaves off the courts.

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Manager’s Report By Kevin Lechlitner By the time you are reading t h i s, a proje c t shou ld h ave a l ready b eg u n on t he edge of the lakes on the north and south ends of our property. The work is being done by LMA to prevent further erosion from occu r r i ng. Once t he proper slope is reestablished, rip rap (large rocks) will be placed on the new slope. There will be a period of a few days when the rip rap is being installed that a utility vehicle or mechanized wheelbarrow will be making repeated runs back and forth around the ten n is courts to deliver the rocks. I apologize in advance for any distraction this may cause. Sadly, this is the only option we have.

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longer available at the club.

Frontier, our current provider, has elected to no longer offer the Ten nis Chan nel to their business customers. That left us no choice but to seek an alternative. Comcast will be setting up their equipment to

provide phone service, internet and cable television as soon as possible. It will be nice to be able to view professional tennis tournaments on TV at the club again.

In August, we will begin the annual tennis court resurfacing project. Like we do every year, two courts will be offline at a time until all eight are pristine again. The goal is to have the proje c t done by t he e nd of September. If Mother Nature cooperates with us during the proje ct, we shou ld h ave no problem achieving our goal.

With only six courts playable at any given time, I strongly encourage players to make their court reservations in advance regardless of the time of day they wish to play.

I was very disappointed when I heard Ash Barty announce her retirement. She was my favorite player to watch on the WTA tour.

She was fun to watch because she was a true professional and she had a complete game. She was very athletic and great from all the different parts of the court. Plus, she had the two most important shots in tennis; a very accurate serve and a great forehand.

I will miss watching her compete for grand slams but I’m happy for her because she said that she has accomplished everything that she wanted in tennis.

Even though Barty retired, the WTA tour has many new young players that are fun to watch and are playing incredible tennis.

Iga Swiatek is quickly becoming my favorite new player to watch. She brings lots of positive energy and has a complete game just like Barty.

Also, having been great friends and practicing with Barty on a regular basis helped her to become a true professional and gain confidence.

I think Iga will be a contender for grand slams for years to come. She will win multiple grand slams and possibly dominate the woman’s game for a while until one of the younger players (like Coco Gauff) will step up to challenge her.

Here is what makes Iga much better than most of her competition. First, just like Barty, she is an incredible athlete. Her movement allows her to play defense when necessary but more importantly gives her the ability to get into position to play offense when she sees the opportunity. She

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admit the scene was “a powder keg ready to blow.”

As a result of the attacks, the Siesta Key Association civic group voted June 2 to send a letter to Sarasota County Sheriff Kurt Hoffman to address the growing problem of large groups of teens gathering and often fighting at various beach accesses.

C a t h e r i n e Lu c k n e r, t h e association’s president, called the incident a “seminal event” for the island.

The ugly details T he t wo u n related but simultaneous events took place at about 4 p.m. between Beach Access 2 and Beach Access 3, one leading to a shooting in the Village that resulted a non-threatening injury to a female.

That suspect remains at large.

Authorities have told news outlets that the shooting suspect is described as an African-American teenager who is 6-feet, 2-inches tall with braided hair and wearing a white shirt and blue shorts.

One teenager arrested at the scene is not believed to have been the shooter but had a warrant.

The second incident involved a pistol-whipping assault during a fight that resulted in the arrest of an 18-year-old Palmetto man. After his attack, he threw his .22-caliber handgun in some bushes in the

Village, where deputies retrieved it after a witness pointed it out.

As for the shooting, it involved several rounds being fired at possibly two different locations.

Here’s what authorities said in a May 30 evening press release: “The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a shooting incident that occurred near Avenida Messina and Avenida Navarra on Siesta Key. “Deputies responded just after 4 p.m. Monday for a report of a fight that began near Beach Access 3 involving possibly 10 or more juveniles. Several gunshots were heard, and one female victim was located and t ransported to the hospital with non-lifethreatening injuries. Additional possible gunshots were heard a short time later near Avenida

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However, no victims were located at the secondary location. The investigation is ongoing. However, deputies believe this incident is isolated and there is no danger to the public.

“D e t e c t i ve s a r e o n s c e n e following up on active leads and information to identify all subjects involved. Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact our Criminal Investigations Section at (941) 861-4900 or provide a n a nony mous t ip to Cr i me Stoppers at (941) 366-TIPS.” The second incident involved a call to police at about 4:30 p.m. to Beach Access 3 where a group reported a fight where a juvenile

was pistol-whipped an adult who tried to intervene and wrestle-away the gun was punched in the head.

Aaron Payton, who fled on foot down Avenida Messina, was later arrested when the juvenile victim contacted police to reveal the suspect’s identity. He’s been charged with aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, tampering with evidence and carrying a concealed weapon.

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Kasey Gamble was alone at work at the Siesta Key Wine Bar in Davidson Plaza when she received a call from her brother who works’ nearby at Gilligan’s, warning her of the shots he had heard.

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“I heard nothing, and all seemed calm when I looked outside,” Gamble said. “Then, all of sudden I saw people running everywhere, hiding behind cars in our parking lot, and then I saw people running down the street with police chasing them.

“It was terrifying. You never know – was it a mass shooting taking place?

That’s how it felt with all the chaos.”

Gamble said employees at other nearby establishments told her they had customers diving under tables at first and were then escorted into kitchens and even coolers. The Hub closed its hurricane shutters, as did other businesses, she said.

Melanie Dodge, owner of Siesta Key Wine Bar, decided to close her business for the night.

“I got over 50 calls from friends a nd Kasey right when it was happening,” Dodge said. “I told Kasey to turn off the lights and turn off the open sign, lock the door and head to the kitchen. I was OK with closing because I needed my staff to be safe, bottom line.

“Our friend from The Cottage came to check on us and make sure we were OK. We had a customer nearby and he came to the bar and escorted Kasey to her car. She was too scared to come back so I just told her to close-up for the night.”

When Gamble got home, she had what she described as a sleepless night.

“It took me a long time to calm down,” she said. “I couldn’t believe this happened in our little Village.

This is a bad sign.”

Said Dodge, “I honestly think it’s being underplayed because we are a tourist spot. It’s too bad that this happened but I think there were just too many kids at the beach and not enough police presence on a holiday weekend.”

Added Luckner, “Many say it’s a ‘one-off’ incident, meaning unique, atypical for Siesta Key. “However, it was an egregious de pa r t u r e f r om ou r hol id ay mindset.”

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honored. Resident Mike Cosentino, who owns property at 10 Beach Rd. and facilitates the ceremonies, sees the large gatherings on a consistent basis, both near his property and elsewhere.

“It’s a roaming flash mob of kids,” he said. “They were gathering and fighting on Lido, at the (Siesta) public beach, Turtle Beach, and most of the accesses between the pier and the public beach. They’re constantly moving from place to place to avoid the deputies that are following them and attempting to get them to disperse.

“Like always it’s mostly good kids, but the larger the crowds the more likely there’s going to be a few bad apples among them.”

T he la rge gat her i ngs a re a common theme of concern for island residents, and Siesta Key Association members said it hoped to potentially make the matter fall under code enforcement. They noted at their meeting that large gatherings on the beach typically require a permit.

Even if nothing illegal is taking place, a code enforcement officer could intervene.

Cosentino also feels a crackdown on underage drinking, or possibly an alcohol ban on the beach, may be in order. He also feels what he believes is a growing party culture on the Key is taking a toll.

“In neighboring Manatee County, alcohol is prohibited on beaches. The ban is well-publicized and strictly enforced, especially with underage drinking. Sarasota allows alcohol on its beaches. While I have no problem with that, our beaches have become the place for teenagers to go. Mixing alcohol with large crowds of young people from rival high schools predictably leads to fights. That the fighting can lead to gun violence is disconcerting, but inevitable.

“Sheriff’s Office records reveal many such happenings on Siesta Key. Many agree that the problem is being exacerbated by the Siesta Key TV show ... and the general morphing of our once quaint village into Bourbon Street.”

Cosentino, who is running for the Sarasota County Commission, also feels reversing the trend will be no easy task -- especially with more tourist-based development on the way.

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“Our deputies do a heck of a good job, but it’s going to be very difficult to get the toothpaste back into this particular tube,” he said.

“Add the hotels and rooftop bars, and we’re going to really see things go to hell. God help us -- the county commission certainly won’t.”

Brown agreed that the county leaders are turning a blind eye to the increasing stress on Siesta Key. “It starts at the top and goes on down,” he said. “They continue to neglect their crown jewel. When will they learn? The Village is neglected, the beaches are neglected.”

As for the underage drinking on the beach, Brown said the teenagers “flaunt it in the face of deputies.”

He said law enforcement has little chance to make a dent in the problem with ID checks and subsequent arrests when they face huge, hostile crowds.

“I think the deputies on the beach that day were wise to not

push it,” Brown said. “They were so outnumbered. I don’t blame them at all for what happened.”

Brown also said his source reported that deputies on site requested back-up prior to the outbreak of violence but were denied.

Douglas Johnson, director of public relations with the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office, disputes that.

“We show no record of any such request being made,” he said.

“We h ave a n e n t i r e u n i t dedicated to Siesta Key, consisting of a sergeant and six deputies.

In addition, our Patrol Bureau staffs the key with a deputy on all three shifts -- days, evenings, and nights.

“As Memorial Day is one of the busiest days of the year on the key, we increased our staffing to 19 deputies. When the incident in the village occurred, we had 27 total personnel on the Key.”

Tim Hensey, chairman of the Save Siesta Key group that is seeking incorporation due to what it considers poor decisions and neglect from county leaders, said the violent events on Memorial Day further point to why Siesta Key should become its own town.

“First of all, our Sheriff’s Office is to be commended,” Hensey said.

“Notwithstanding, bad people with bad intentions have the advantage. In discussion with Sheriff Hoffman, his office also plans to have an increased patrols over the upcoming July 4th holiday.

“Not taking anything away f r o m w h a t I b e l i e ve i s a n outstanding response from our sheriff’s department, if we are successful in incorporation efforts we will have the opportunity to have discussions with the sheriff about additional law enforcement strategies including, but not limited to, additional officers and security cameras that would be separately funded by the Town of Siesta Key.” Rick Mu n roe, who ow n s a restaurant in the Village, also believes the violence should be a wake-up call in many ways.

“Siesta Key is the crown jewel of our region -- there is no intelligent argument against that,” he said.

“I would hope this incident will be a catalyst for county leadership to prioritize Siesta Key for once.

Bet ween the land-use issues; supporting the deputies with code

enforcement; improving the roads, bike lanes and sidewalks; and simply prioritizing the Key in the county’s long-range planning and budgeting process.

“It’s time we get the ball rolling to preserve the identity of Siesta Key and prepare for the continued increase of visitors.”

Munroe also said it’s time to zero-in on those causing problems, saying “99.9% of the time, the kids who enjoy the beach are wellbehaved and considerate. We have great kids in this community. We need to focus on the culprits here, the thugs who mob a peaceful setting and create a bad situation “We know who they are, where they live, and how they get here.

Let’s find ways to disrupt their intent.”

In the meantime, Luckner hopes some long-term measures can be the result, and calls on the community to play a role.

“Our goal, in conjunction with many Siesta Key groups, is to collaborate for prevention and intervention of any future incidents such as this one,” she said. “We ask our governmental staff, elected officials, law enforcement, and all who serve the public to help us generate methods, means and opportunity to evaluate the past Memorial Day incident and apply those understandings to our next holiday period.

“As citizens, we are ready to partner in this important work.”

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How to Keep Your Pup Secure During the Summer Months and Beyond

By Kyle Baker, Senior Pet Food Nutritionist at DOGPerfect

Dog Security Tools and Tactics

Summer Security Refresher

With those topline tools in place, let’s get back to a few reminders about securing your dog during the summer.

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We lost our beloved Bruno last year and we are still missing him very much. He would take me for long rides in the car.

Now if I don’t get my ride, I pace back and forth until Christina, my mama, grabs her purse and keys and off we go!

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Did you know that July 5 is typically the busiest day of the year for animal shelters? From Independence Day celebrations to the increased frequency of major thunderstorms, the sounds of summer tend to be less loved by dogs than they are by their owners. While we enjoy the excitement of big booms and flashing lights, canines can’t grasp that the chaos happening around them isn’t a threat.

And, if they’re not secured, sometimes they run off to find safety.

But even outside the summer months, dogs can still get lost if they’re not properly cared for. Fortunately, there are several steps a diligent pet parent can take to keep their pup safe and secure year round.

Dog security starts with a reliable collar. But keep in mind, sometimes a good one still needs to be replaced. Even the best collars can become too loose if your dog loses weight or become less effective due to normal wear and tear. Also, many breeds are cunning escape artists, often finding clever ways to slip out of standard collars. For these Houdinis we strongly recommend introducing a Martingale style collar that tightens when the leash is pulled while still remaining comfortable for your pup.

Speaking of, be sure to always keep your dog on a leash when outside your home in open areas. If out for a walk, they might take an interest in another dog or wild animal, and once the chase is on you have far less control of the situation. Additionally, loud noises can happen suddenly when in public, sending your pup on the run for safety without warning.

In the event any of these influences causes a lost dog incident, proper identification can help prevent disaster.

At minimum, your dog’s collar should carry an ID tag with their name, your name, and your primary phone number.

For added security, you can leverage modern technology by microchipping your pup as well. Should they get loose and somehow end up without a collar or ID tag, a vet or shelter can still scan them to identify their owner.

As always, proper training can also come in handy. We’ve said it before: every dog should be able to respond to simple commands, the most important being “come.” With training, you’ve got an extra tool available should your dog get loose.

Even when you and your dog are home, it’s always a good idea to ensure your living quarters and yard are secure spaces. A fence with added protection such as rocks or chicken wire to prevent digging is a great place to start.

And be aware of the status of your exit routes—especially if you have kids. You never know when a door, window or gate left ajar could end up being the opening your dog is looking for to run for safety or find adventure.

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fireworks and thunderstorms can be challenging for dogs and pet parents alike. During these events, keeping your dog indoors is the best way to prevent an untimely exit. Closed windows and curtains can deaden the impact of sound and light, and secure and comfortable spaces and items—like favorite rooms, toys, blankets, or a cozy crate—can really take the edge off.

Additionally, there are a number of products designed to calm your dog and help them overcome traumatic circumstances. Visit your local independent pet retailer to learn about helping tools like CBD soft chews, pheromone sprays or diffusers, and the popular Thunder Shirt to aid your anxious pup.

Unsurprisingly, some of the best tools for keeping your dog secure are the simplest ones. But because we’re all very busy, a reminder and a little extra help never hurts. After all, it’s the safety, security, and well-being of your best friend, right? Enjoy the summer!

About the Author: Kyle Baker, Senior Pet Food Nutritionist at DOGPerfect, has a passion for educating pet parents on the power of nutrition and how it can improve their pet’s lives with proper food, supplements, and treats. With over 17 years of industry experience, he has helped change the lives of thousands of pets.

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Tennis Ball Afterlife By: Dee Ricapito Did you ever wonder where your used tennis balls go?

Nancy Ferraro in her orange car regularly takes our used tennis balls from the Pro Shop to the Humane Society where they are converted into toys for dogs and cats. Almost seems like a scene out of the movie Toy Story and the tennis balls are giving another lease on life in making someone’s life joyful. In this case, many dogs and cats.

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Hurricane Preparedness Prepare Your Home Hurricane research studies have shown that on average; home s bu i lt u nder t he 20 02 Florida Building Code sustained less damage and when paired with shutters may be safe to stay in as long as they are not in an evacuation area.

Homes bu i lt b et ween 1994 and 2001 under the Standard Building Code sustained more damage and homes built before 1994 fared even worse.

Before storm season begins, t a k e t h e fol low i ng st e p s to protect your home: • Secure loose rain gutters and downspouts, and clear clogged areas or debris.

• Secure and reinforce your r o o f, w i n do w s, a n d do o r s, including garage doors.

• Consider building a FEMA safe room designed for protection from high winds and flood waters.

• Learn how and when to turn off gas, water, and electricity.

Checklist for Sheltering in Place

• Clean bathtub or other large containers and fill with water • Drinking water, one gallon per person, per day, for at least three days • Canned food and a can opener • Paper items • Baby needs • Medications, prescriptions and a first aid kit • Battery-operated television

or radio, flashlight, and extra batteries.

• Cash (ATMs may be out-ofservice) • Pet supplies • Photocopies of important documents (birth certificate, license, and insurance) • Full tank of gasoline in your car

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The safety of your family pets depends on you, especially in an emergency. During severe weat her or ot her emergenc y sit uat ions, i f it is unsa fe for you to stay in your home, it is also unsafe for your pets. Don’t leave your pet behind and don’t use your pet as an excuse not to evacuate.

The best plan is to identify a safe location that allows pets. Keep in mind that boarding kennels may be without electricity or potable water and have limited personnel and supplies for days to weeks following a disaster.

Don’t put yourself, your family, or you r pet at r i sk! You a re responsible for planning for your pet. Just as you should prepare an emergency kit for yourself, you should also prepare one for your pet. If an evacuation is called for, take your pet-emergency kit with you wherever you go. The safety and successful evacuation of your family and pets depends on a good plan and being prepared with the proper supplies.

A l l o f S a r a s o t a C o u n t y ’s general population evacuation centers are pet-friendly, but you must be prepared before you go. Bring a crate for your pet if you plan to stay in a Sarasota Count y evacuat ion center. If your pet is not accustomed to being confined, acclimate it to the crate before an emergency to help alleviate stress.

Sarasota County evacuation centers accept only domestic dogs and cats.

If you cannot drive to an evacuation center

Sarasota County will provide bus transportation for you and your pets (along with a limited number of supplies) to and from a general population evacuation center.

T h i s prog ra m i s ac t ivated only when Sarasota County has a declared county emergency, an activation is ordered, and evacuation centers are opened.

Transportation will be offered at desig n ated ra l ly poi nts throughout the county.

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Efforts to Open Midnight Pass Getting Traction

Non-profit group now has the ear of state politicians in attempt to reverse controversial measure taken in the early 1980s By Phil Colpas The Facebook group Open Midnight Pass, representing the 401(c)3 corporation Midnight Pass Society 2 Inc., reports that it is making strides toward reopening Midnight Pass, the naturally occurring waterway channel that separated Siesta Key from Casey Key until it was manually closed in 1983.

Proponents of reopening Midnight Pass point to the death and destruction of species and habitats, including marine life, sea birds and their respective ecosystems, that has occurred due to lack of aeration and circulation in the water since the pass was filled in.

Historical charts show that Midnight Pass naturally shifted both north and south throughout the 19th century. A hurricane in the 1920s caused a storm surge that stabilized the pass for about 60 years.

But then, in 1983, Midnight Pass drifted far enough north that it began encroaching on homes built on south Siesta Key. Two of the southernmost homes on the key were owned by well-known artist Syd Solomon and his neighbor Pasco Carter. Midnight Pass had migrated so close to Carter’s property that it destroyed his pool foundation.

Solomon and Carter sought the permission of the county and state government in order to “relocate” the pass farther south. This seemed ludicrous to many, who questioned why they were allowed to build homes there in the first place.

Nonetheless, in December of 1983, with emergency permits granted by the government, the existing pass was filled with sand.

Since it was deemed an emergency, no studies were done to determine how the waters could best be controlled. Engineers dredged a new pass farther away from the

properties, but the natural flow of the water quickly filled the created channel with sand.

While multiple dredging attempts were attempted -- eight in all -- the results were always the same: Mother Nature filled them in.

Efforts to reopen Midnight Pass have been ongoing since it was closed nearly 40 years ago. Longtime residents may remember the “Open Midnight Pass Now!” bumper stickers especially popular in the 1980s. Organizers of this latest iteration feel that the time is right for reopening.

Midnight Pass Society 2 Inc. is the brainchild of realtor Scott Lewis; local restaurateur Mike Evanoff is a founding board member.

The group shared its progress at a community workshop held at The Point in Osprey on May 22.

Evanoff said his group is working with engineers and environmentalists to properly plan to get Midnight Pass open.

“We’ve talked to (Congressman) Vern Buchanan, (Rep.) James Buchanan and (Gov.) Ron DeSantis about this so we’re actually pushing forward pretty quickly,” Evanoff said. “The key to this is for you guys to spread the word. Keep spreading the word to people.

Go look at the water … and you can see how bad the quality is. The goal is water quality.”

If Midnight Pass is reopened, Scott Lewis explained, “The pass would create a sand block, or sand stop, providing the beaches to be renourished. Prior to the pass closing, the beaches on south Siesta Key, from Sanderling Club south, had never been renourished. Now they’ve been renourished twice, at a cost of $25 to $30 million, and now they want to do it again for the third time.”

According to Lewis, opening up the pass will facilitate beach renourishment.

“They actually have a 50-year plan of renourishment at these beaches without ever even opening up the pass,” he said. “The plan that we have creates what Mother Nature had, and that’s creating a northern channel and a southern channel. And that’s what worked for a hundred years previously.”

Longtime Siesta Key resident Dr. Gary Kompothecras is a proponent of opening Midnight Pass. He said a survey is being conducted to determine exactly where people stand on the issue.

“Everybody wants this and it’s the right thing to do,” Kompothecras said. “I think they’ll find about 90%” of Siesta Key residents support reopening the pass.”

According to Kompothecras, two of the main opponents against reopening the pass have gone away. One, famed author Stephen King who owns property on northern Casey Key, now supports reopening, allegedly because he was bothered by bicyclists on his property. And another Casey Key property

owner who fought reopening has passed away.

“Vern Buchanan is 100% behind the project,” Kompothecras said. “And DeSantis seems good, but wants more information. We met with the Army Corp of Engineers, and they are for it.”

Local architects, lawyers and engineers are donating their time to the cause, Kompothecras said.

“The more awareness we can generate, the better,” Kompothecras said. “Sponsors are raising money to do studies. It’s all about water quality. Reduction of red tide. And you won’t have to burn all that gas to get to the Gulf. It’s a win-win for everybody.”

Fundraisers, fishing tournaments and public meetings will follow the poll, Kompothecras said.

Since officially receiving non-profit status in December, more than $30,000 in donations have been collected by the group.

Those involved in trying to reopen Midnight Pass remain cautiously optimistic.

“I say we’re between 60 to 70% possibility of opening,” Lewis said. “Some days are better than others. It depends on the news coming down from the county.”

Midnight Pass 2 board member Dominic Marino urged concerned citizens to take up the cause.

“Together, we’re stronger,” he said. “The county commission works for us. The state works for us. Our concern is for the state, and the natural habitats and ecosystems of Florida.

So please tune in and follow Midnight Pass on Facebook, follow SotaSupply on Instagram, follow the Oyster Boys on Tik Tok and Twitter.

Please join the fight.”

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Raina Kurnov, 9 years old, 4th grader at Pine View School for the Gifted Do you have any siblings? One brother, Zach, 12 Do you have any pets? One white and black cat named Tyler How long have you been in The Landings? About seven years What do you like most about The Landings? I like that there is a whole area of restaurants nearby. My favorites are DaRuMa and Starbucks.

Favorites: School subject: Science because I get to do fun experiments Book: Alone in the Woods Color: Aquamarine Movie: King Richard TV show: I watch all the Olympic gymnastics programming.

Food: Bowtie pasta with butter, Parmesan cheese, and salt Least favorite food: Broccoli Holiday: Hannukah Sport: Gymnastics Sports Athlete: Simone Biles One word to describe you would be: Athletic Have you taken any trips recently? I just participated in gymnastics meet in Punta Gorda What do you like doing in your spare time? I take gymnastic lessons at Acrofit three times a week. I like doing art, gymnastics, and singing.

What do you want to be when you grow up? A famous gymnast If you could wave a magic wand, what would you get rid of? The war in Ukraine What is the one thing that you think most kids your age talks about? Movies or phones What is one thing that your mom or dad does that you would like to do? I would like to see friends on some nights on weekends like my mom does.

If you could only take three things with you to an island, what would they be? Bamboo (to make a shelter), food, and water If you could have lunch with any person, who would it be?

Simone Biles. With so many strict rules, I’d ask her how she became a great gymnast?

If you could wake up with a superpower, what would it be?

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There is good and bad fishing news from the Gazebo this past month.

The bad news is that the number of fish caught has decreased. The average catch for the “Fish Whisperer” last month was 4-5 fish per outing. This time last year, the average was 8-12 fish per outing.

(A typical outing is 2-3 hours.) This lower trend has been noted throughout our area.

There is good news, however. The variety and size of fish caught has been good. Pictured below are several examples: a good size pompano, mangrove snapper, small grouper, and needlefish.

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LMA Meeting Notes GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE

Parliamentarian Sue Camins reported the committee has nearly completed a review of rules and regulations. They expect to get a draft copy to the board at the July meeting.

ROADS

Committee Chairman, Elida Ramberger reported Santec has issued a timeline to receive bids from construction companies. Bid solicitation will begin June 6. The roads committee may recommend a bid contract to bring for board approval at the July 7 meeting.

Should The Board vote to accept a bid, a levy of assessment will also be determined at the July 7 meeting. Costs for repaving Association and LRC parking areas will also be determined at the meeting.

SAFETY AND SECURITY

C h a i r m a n M ic h ae l K nupp r ep or te d work cont i nu i ng t he g ate op e n i ng s ystem. A repositioning of the sensors is now being tested.

The committee met with the Sarasota County Sheriff office to discuss issues with youth, traffic, va nda l i sm, a nd t respa ssi ng.

Residents are reminded to say something if they see suspicious act iv it y a nd repor t it to t he Sheriff office. The report should include as much information as possible, including the persons age, height, clothing, and vehicle description of the car, truck,

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golf cart or bike as well as the time and place of the incident.

The deputy did say, based on neighborhood crime statistics, T he La nd i ngs i s a ver y sa fe community.

As hurricane season approaches, residents a re rem i nded to se cu re g r i l ls, furniture, potted plants, and other items. Residents leaving the area for an extended period are reminded to do the same.

Knupp requested to spend $350 from their budget to purchase mot ion de t e c tor c a me ra s to install on the Nature Trail to enhance security there and in t he Kyak storage a rea. After discussion the committee was advised to purchase and install the equipment.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

LMA Pres. Elida Ramberger a n nou nced the board is st ill seeking a chairman and volunteers for this committee.

In the near term, the Kids Club parents will organize special events for families with children.

STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES COMMITTEE

Board Secretary, Harry Moser gave a progress report regarding updating the manual. Several sect ion s of t he ma nua l have now been updated. Moser requested those who have not submitted updates to do so. It was noted again the deadline for submissions is July 1st.

GATE ENTRY STICKERS

A motion was made to increase the price of gate entry windshield st ickers to $7 a nd head l ig ht stickers to $15. New residents still receive first stickers free. The motion passed.

ZOOM PLATFORM

Kassandra Luebke managed the media portion of the meeting.

Some commented audio tweaking is still needed to improve the Zoom presentat ion. After discussion, it was announced Kassa ndra’s ser vices w i ll be contracted moving forward on a month-to-month basis.

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Please call your Landing’s Real Estate Team – JUDY and TARA – to inquire about properties for sale in The Landings!

Address

Price

BR

BA

HB

HOMES SOLD 5107 Flicker Field Circle

870,000

3

3

0

4684 Pine Harrier Drive

950,000

4

3

0

1670 Peregrine Point Drive

1,021,000

3

3

0

1649 Pine Harrier Circle

1,180,000

4

3

0

1684 Peregrine Point Drive

2,280,000

5

5

1

CONDOS SOLD 5400 Eagles Point Circle #106

515,000

2

2

0

1620 Starling Drive

525,000

3

2

0

5251 Heron Way

525,000

3

2

0

1614 Starling Drive

565,500

3

2

0

5400 Eagles Point Circle #105

575,000

2

2

0

5420 Eagles Point Circle #403

589,000

2

2

0

1720 Kestral Park Way S

603,000

3

2

0

1460 Landings Circle

660,000

3

2

1

5408 Eagles Point Circle #103

675,000

3

2

0

1693 Starling Drive

680,000

3

3

1

5430 Eagles Point Circle #103

930,000

3

4

0

5450 Eagles Point Circle #103

1,400,000

3

3

1

*Chart data is compiled of Sold Properties as recorded in the Stellar MLS and county tax records.

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