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Oct. 28 Superman Nolan and Supergirl Scarlet Hanks are given balloons

by Catie Frier, “The Brain,” during Key Largo Baptist Church’s Trunk or Treat held Oct. 26. For more Upper Keys Halloween festivities, see page 4.

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Trick or Treat in the Upper Keys Everyone goes to the Burton Memorial United Methodist Church festival set for Saturday, Oct. 29 at 1 p.m. It’s a community event featuring a pumpkin-carving contest and a costume contest, petting zoo and inflatable rides. It’s located at MM 93, oceanside. At night, adults head over to the Tavernier Elks Club costume party at 6 p.m.

On Halloween proper, everyone swarms the neighborhoods. Upper Keys residents in Avenues A and B, Port Largo, and Plantation Key Colony are ready. The little kids find it safe and just the right amount of exciting on the Avenues. The teenagers like the Port Largo and Plantation Key Colony neighborhoods.

SAVE THE DATE Saturday, Oct. 29 • Annual Fall Festival at 1 p.m. at Burton Memorial United Methodist Church, Tavernier.

• Tavernier Elks Club annual costume contest at 6 p.m at MM 92.

Sunday, Nov. 6 • Bacon Bash & Chili Fest at 10 a.m. at Islamorada Moose Lodge, MM 81.5.

Friday, Nov. 11 • Marrvelous Pet Rescue Dinner and Auction at 6 p.m. at Snook’s Bayside, Key Largo.

Friday, Nov. 11 • Veterans Day ceremony at 11 a.m. at Murray Nelson Government Center, Key Largo.

Saturday, Nov. 12 • Key Largo 10K Bridge Run at 6:45 a.m. at Jewfish Creek Bridge.

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Get your tickets for Spayghetti & No Balls gala Marrvelous Pet Rescue hosts its Spayghetti & No Balls Gala on Fri., Nov. 11 at Snook’s Bayside Grand Tiki Bar at MM 95.

Funds raised at the event underwrite foster animals’ healthcare throughout the year and it is Marrvelous’ biggest fundraising event of the year. If you would like to donate to the pet rescue or purchase tickets, call 305-4531315. Tickets are $125 each, and the event is expected to sell out well in advance.

Island Girl Mini Triathlon Tavernier Creek site The Island Girl Mini Triathlon is set for Sunday, Oct. 30. The triathlon consists of a one-mile paddle, six-mile bike ride, and one-mile run on Old Highway in Islamorada. The paddle portion can be done from either a board or kayak. There will also be solo and relay divisions. Relay divisions are for two or three individuals; there is no age category.

Solo price $40, relay kayak and paddle $50. Call 305-395-1551 for more information.

Moose Lodges hosts Bacon Bash & Chili Fest Chefs of all walks will feature samplings of their best bacon and chili inspired recipes.

Sampling prices start at $4, but admission is free. The event is on Sunday, Nov. 6 starting at the Islamorada Moose Lodge, MM 81.5. The festival will have live music, art and crafts vendors, best bartender contest, libations,

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bacon-eating contest, hot-pepper eating contest, hog calling contest, and dunk tank. For more information, call 305-664-8120. Entry fee for chefs is $100 and $50 for craft and other vendors. The event committee is searching for food and craft vendors to attend. For vendor space, contact Clay Crocket at 305587-4111.

Dolphin Research Center offers specials to Floridians Through Oct. 31, all Florida residents, as well as all military personnel and veterans from the U.S., can visit Dolphin Research Center for half-off general admission. The nonprofit education and research facility is open daily from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and features educational behavior sessions with the dolphins and sea lions and other presentations throughout the day.

DRC is located at MM 59 on Grassy Key. Proof of valid Florida residency or military/veteran identification is required.

Upper Keys honors military and veterans A ceremony honoring American military members and veterans is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. at the Murray Nelson Government Center in Key Largo.

There will be a concert by the Key Largo School Band at 10:30 a.m. and a wreath-laying ceremony. The event has been coordinated by the Monroe County Department of Veterans Affairs, VFW Post 10211, and the American Legion Post 333.

The ceremony is free and open to the public. For more information call 305-453-8777.

LOCAL CHATTER

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / OCTOBER 28, 2016 GABRIEL SANCHEZ

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Halloween is about confronting fears. (And candy, lots and lots of candy.) It’s a chance to face terror head on, like coming around a corner at a Halloween party and seeing Octo-Mom or Freddy Krueger. Fight or flight? But for 13 percent of the country’s population, phobia is a real thing. So the Keys Weekly set out to gauge our readers’ most distressing, dread-inducing nightmares …

What are three things that scare you?

Amanda Towe, of World Wide Sportsman, said “Barracudas.

Bugs. And that customer that I forgot to bring a steak knife to.”

“My daughter driving. Being alone. Bugs,” said Jessica See of Hog Heaven.

“E.T., spiders, and running out of toilet paper in school,” said Johnathon “Big Sexy” Porter.

Kayla Wingett, also of Hog Heaven, said, “Cockroaches. Being alone. Ending up in jail.”

“Snakes. Heights. Clowns,” said Linci Gonzalez. The Upper Keys is yet to report clown sightings, so Linci is safe… for now.

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Born to strum THERESA JAVA

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ike Mitzner’s parents tired of his allergies. He was allergic to Chicago and all of its pollens, oaks and hay fever so they uprooted and moved him to Cutler Ridge, where he essentially grew up. And while growing up, Mitzner learned to play every single brass instrument and goofed around on guitar as well. He attended the University of Miami on a trombone scholarship.

Mitzner’s path eventually crossed with Drein, a fellow female musician, and the two landed in Key Largo. That was 23 years ago.

The talented duo played gigs four to five nights a week, from Ocean Reef to

Mitzner fun fact: He personally met Eric Clapton at Whale Harbor during one of his gigs, it may have been 1997 or 1998. He also watched Hank Williams Jr. walk into Lazy Days during one of his gigs, grumble something to the guitar player and walk out.

Islamorada, where they were enthusiastically embraced by locals, but tragedy struck in 2009 when Drein passed away unexpectedly.

Mitzner, now a guitarist, usually plays solo. He covers classic rock and blues.

He occasionally plays with other musicians such as J Lee Driskell. (Catch them on Friday, Oct. 28 at the Pilot House’s Pirate Bash event.

The show starts at 6 p.m.)

Throughout the years, Mitzner has played with the Pros from Dover, the Just Not Right Band, and he’s subbed in during the Miami Jazz Fest.

Mitzner, in his early 40’s, attributes Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix, B.B. King and Buddy Guy as sources of inspiration.

When he’s not playing gigs or creating music, he’s a diagnostic mechanic. More importantly, he’s dad to his two rescue dogs, Logan and Tinker.

Mitzner plays at the Pilot House every other Saturday, exchanging with the Catch, and at Sharkey’s Pub and Galley every Wednesday.

Mitzner’s only remaining allergies? Cold weather and mangoes.

Mike Mitzner has been performing in the Upper Keys for more than a decade.

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I've always wanted to smash a guitar over someone's head. You just can't do that with a piano.

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“Usually they expect something heavy tasting, or a really sweet drink, but they get something else,” said Ball of his mysterious martini.

Neither overly creamy nor overly sweet, this milky colored libation tastes similar to a dark chocolate bar. Ball’s chocolate martini takes vodka, vanilla flavored vodka, white crème de cocoa, and is finished with dark chocolate shavings. If you’re capping off a meal, the drink pairs well with the warm coconut bread pudding. With more than 15 customs cocktails on hand, Ball likes to surprise his guest with a standard libation, but is always up for experimenting on-the-fly.

When he’s on the other side of the bar, he’s drinking whiskey or beer. Although he likes martinis well enough, he said, he’s hesitant to order because his own are “unmatched.”

“I also love a good wine, but can’t always afford them,” Ball laughed.

His hobbies away from the bar include photography.

Serendipity is his guide and his new favorite toy, an 8mm panoramic lens that captures 180 degree views, has been a lot of fun, he said Visit Skipper’s Dockside at 528 Caribbean Drive, Key Largo. It’s open for lunch and dinner seven days a week.

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When District 39’s boundaries were finally approved in early 2016, after a protracted legal battle, incumbent Dwight Bullard was no longer eligible to represent the area that covers the Florida Keys, Everglades and Homestead. Anitere Flores (R) and Debbie Mucarsel-Powell (D) are challenging one another for the seat in 2016. Previously, Flores was a state senator representing District 37. Before that, she was a state representative. Mucarsel-Powell is a political newcomer with a background in fundraising and higher education.

STATE SENATE, District 39

1. What personal experience qualifies you to be a state senator?

2. How much time have you spent in the Keys during the past year?

3. Is Florida Keys’ drinking water at risk from nuclear waste generated

by Turkey Point?

4. What can the state legislature do to increase the number of charter schools in Florida Keys?

Improve education alternatives?

Anitere Flores (Republican)

Debbie Mucarsel-Powell (Democrat)

1. As a wife of a small business owner, mother of two young boys, and someone who was born and raised in South Florida, I have a personal stake in ensuring the best for our community. As a State Senator for six years, the leadership position I have secured ensures more funding for the Keys such as the Keys Stewardship Act.

1. I am not a career politician. I am a mother, wife, and a small businesswoman.

I have been involved in many community initiatives and have devoted my career to development and strategic support for nonprofits. I will fight for a fully funded education system, for a government that protects the rights of all, for an environment that preserves and protects our land, sea and drinking water. Finally, I am a strong advocate for common sense gun laws.

2. The Keys have essentially become my second home over the last year. I’ve spent more time here than I could measure, attending and speaking at chamber events, festivals, and forums from Key Largo to Key West.

3. I took the statewide lead in convening a special meeting in Homestead to hear directly from Florida Power & Light, regulators, and concerned citizens. FPL now has three years to stop adding to the problem and up to 10 years to completely retract it. While drinking water in the Florida Keys is not currently at risk, I will continue to be your voice in Tallahassee to ensure our water quality is safe.

4. As the mother of a second grader and a pre- kindergartener, I understand the need of having quality education that’s accessible to the families of our community. Parents should be empowered to make the best education decisions for their children. I will continue to be a strong advocate for quality education options.

2. I have spent a great deal of time in the Keys since moving to Miami more than 20 years ago. I have a home in Islamorada and am a registered voter from the Keys. I think what you are really asking is: Given the new district lines, how well do I know the strengths and challenges that exist in the Keys? I have spent countless hours talking with and listening to voters. I have participated in many forums where the critical issues have been discussed and I am eager to learn more.

3. Absolutely. I will fight to protect our drinking water and hold FPL accountable for their pollution.

4. I am deeply concerned about the money siphoned from non-charter schools to charter schools. I am adamantly opposed to for-profit public education. I am appalled by the legislature’s actions around education, specifically related to funding. Our schools must be fully funded.

CSHS STUDENT OF THE WEEK

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / OCTOBER 28, 2016 Coral Shores High School faculty and students chose “The Student of the Week.” Recipients are chosen on a myriad of qualifications ranging from academic standing, athletics, outstanding achievements, community involvement, individuality and moral fortitude. We thank our future leaders and CSHS for allowing us to share in a weekly dose of “Cane” pride.

What organizations and activities are you involved with at CSHS and why are they important to you?

I am the president of Mu Alpha Theta Math Club, and member of the soccer and track teams. They are important because I can meet new people and have fun outside the classroom.

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What are the biggest challenges facing the Keys? What would you do to meet these challenges?

Environmental conservation is the biggest challenge facing the Keys.

People should become more educated about the environment in order to protect it.

What are your plans after high school?

I plan to go to college and major in aeronautical engineering or mechanical engineering.

Do you think you will make the Keys your permanent home? Why or why not?

Probably not, because there aren’t a lot of jobs down here.

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Mrs. Knudsen, my math teacher, has motivated me to do better in school for three years.

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Calculus is extremely important because I plan to major in engineering in college.

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UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / OCTOBER 28, 2016

Keys AHEC will be offering special “Quit Your Way” free two hour tobacco cessation programs: Marathon: Tuesday Nov. 1st from 6pm-8pm @ Marathon AHEC- 5800 O/S Hwy. Tavernier: Thursday Nov. 3rd from 6pm-8pm @ Monroe Co. Health Dept.

Tavernier- 50 High Point Rd. Key West: Thursday Nov. 3rd from 6pm-8pm @ Cardiovascular Center of Excellence- 3401 Northside Dr. Big Pine: Friday Nov. 4th from 6pm-8pm @ St. Peter Church in Big Pine Key-31300 O/S Hwy.

Participants will receive two weeks of Free Nicotine Replacement Patches and Counseling from a Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist. To register please call 305-743-7111, or just show up.

Carlos Curbelo Needs Your Vote!

• Working to protect Florida Bay by accelerating Everglades restoration by securing $1.9 billion to be used towards Everglades Restoration programs • Secured $3 million for Florida Keys Sewer Projects to Promote Clean Water • Introduced bipartisan legislation to protect all Keys citizens from future flood insurance rate hikes • Strengthened bridges and made sidewalks safer to protect Keys residents • Lower Taxes for Working Families • Working with both political parties in favor of common sense solutions

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FAST FUTURES

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he Key West World Championship Powerboat Races aren’t just for adults to “ooh” and “aah” over some racing machines, but for kids, too.

But some local students may not have the opportunity to see the boats or races at all. Senior Vice President of First State Bank Kurt Lewin, Super Boat International President Jim Carbonell, and attorney Robert Spottswood saw the opportunity to create a sponsorship for high school kids in marine studies programs to get up close to action. Interest in the marine industry is natural for Keys kids having grown up with the ocean as their backyard. Many of them drive boats before cars.

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down to Key West for the day,” said Lewin. “They get to go in the VIP tent, meet the drivers and mechanics. It’s nice to see the kids interact with people from around the world and show them there are jobs in this industry.”

For 12 years, Chris Catlett, who runs the marine studies program at the Coral Shores High School has organized and brought his students to the races thanks to Lewin, Carbonell and Spottswood. His successful four-year marine program has created industryleading boat captains and engineers,

“The races give them something to be interested in for their future; it’s a win-win for us and the kids.”

—Kurt Lewin, senior vice president of First State Bank.

all stemming from their love of marine technology.

“It’s a chance for the kids to actually see what they are learning up close and personal,” said Catlett. “Where else can they see the latest technology like a surface drive or a bravo drive? They are the next generation of mechanics and engineers for the marine world.”

He credits the powerboat racers and mechanics for generating enthusiasm for the kids in the marine field.

“This year many kids will be able to be shadow mechanics and work with the teams. There’s no where else to get this kind of experience,” he said.

Coral Shores is now one of five high schools in the country partnering with Yamaha to help kids get marine industry certification and a step up for their future.

“I’m bringing 100 kids this year,” said Catlett, “I tell them all to talk and ask questions, make the most of it.”

The 36th annual Key West World Championships run from Sunday, Nov. 6 to Sunday, Nov. 13. The dry pits are at the Truman Waterfront and the races happen in Key West Harbor.

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BACKDRAFT

A brief history of the Key Largo fire district

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ey West, Marathon and Islamorada all have fire and rescue departments staffed with municipal employees.

The Monroe County Fire Rescue serves the rest of Monroe County — except for one small slice of island from MM 95 to 112.

In 2005, Key Largo became the 68th Special Fire Taxing District in Florida, its own separate entity, becoming the Key Largo Fire Rescue and Emergency Medical Services District, known as “the district.” Despite being an independent taxing authority district, it does receive county funding since it is located in unincorporated Monroe County.

The district then contracted out fire rescue services to the Key Largo Volunteer Fire-Rescue and in 2013,

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the district severed its contract with that department without cause. There was still two years left on the contract.

The Ambulance Corps, which is also

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contracted through the district then stepped up to provide fire service for the district duration court mediation.

Today, the district still contracts the Ambulance Corps for rescue services and the Key Largo Volunteer Fire Department is a subsidiary of the Corps. Chief Don Bock is at the go-between for both the fireboard and the ambulance board.

Since the district’s inception, Marilyn Beyer has served as the fire board’s treasurer, but this will be her last year – she's retiring. Two qualified candidates vie for Seat 5, Frank Conklin and Dan Powers and it has stirred a lot of mixed emotions.

Firefighters, especially long-term volunteers, feel that the department needs to be better represented by seasoned firefighters and to let firefighters “put out fires” and EMTs “stick the needles.” (By the way, the district is staffed by a combination of unpaid and paid employees, despite the usage of the word “volunteer.”)

Beyers said regarding the current Ambulance Corps board and some long-time volunteer firefighters, “There is a lot of animosity there and it’s really

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uncomfortable. It’s a district board, they’re supposed to be equally balanced.”

“Too much politics involved now, everything is about money money money. We need to get back to recruiting local volunteers,” said Montillo “Scotty” Desquotte, who had volunteered for the fire department for more than 20 years and now organizes the Honor Guard.

Both Desquotte and Beyers agreed that the fire department lacks community involvement like it had years ago.

Desquotte said that he’d like to see more local cadets and start engaging high school students to get involved.

Chief Don Bock said that there were “transparency” problems with the board that previously served the Key Largo Volunteer Fire & Rescue.

The last point of dispute is the building and land at Station 24. It is owned by the previous operators of the department. It serves as a museum now, but there is a faction that would like it to be a functioning part of the district.

This is a non-partisan vote for Key Largo residents living from MM 95 to 112. Election day is Tuesday, Nov. 8.

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BIOS: Dan Powers moved to Key Largo in 1980 from Chicago. He raised his two children here. He was active with Odyssey of the Mind for 25 years and for 12 years served as regional director.

He retired two years ago after serving as a firefighter and EMT for 24 years.

“As a taxpayer, I’d pay close attention to where our tax dollars are going. I’d like to work with both agencies, Fire and EMS,” Powers said. Since retiring, he’s spending time with his grandkids and rebuilding a 1950 Chevy Bel Aire – which is almost done.

DAN POWERS

Frank Conklin has lived in Key Largo since 1977. He graduated from Coral Shores High School in 1990 and has been an electrician since 1992 and a volunteer for Key Largo Volunteer Fire and Rescue for more than 20 years. “With my local background with the Key Largo Fire Department, I hope to be an asset to the district and help provide the highest level of Fire and EMS service to our community.” Conklin ran against George Mirabella in 2014 for Seat 4 but ultimately dropped out of the race.

FRANK CONKLIN

Key Largo Fire & Emergency Medical Board, Seat 5 is being contested by two candidates. The race will be decided by a small slice of voters who live between MM 95 and MM 112. This race pits former president of the previous fire department, Frank Conklin, against former longtime firefighter Dan Powers.

1. How will you combat the high turnover rate of volunteer firefighters?

How will you retain career firefighters?

2. How will you avoid raising taxes and move forward with new equipment and hydrants? Will you combine agencies?

1. Our turnover rate is no different than other Monroe County departments. Currently, there is a Fire 1 course in progress that was approved by the district board and run by the Key Largo Volunteer Fire Department. It is offered free with a guarantee of one-year volunteer service upon completion. This will help with our volunteers and staffing. Key Largo offers a good working environment, good training and experience with its high-call volume for career firefighters.

They’re also able to have input into some of the decisions of the department.

2. As a concerned taxpayer myself, I am not for raising taxes. The penny sales tax is paying for the hydrant program at this time. We also have a vehicle replacement program. The trauma district has allocated for a new ambulance and equipment for both agencies. The three new real estate developments should have a positive impact on the tax revenue. I would also like to investigate if there are any other grant programs available that we would qualify for. At this time, I believe that both agencies work well together, no need to “fix” something not broken.

Let’s keep working together.

1. In recent years our fire department has had to deal with most of the firefighters living in Miami-Dade County. Our department cannot match the income and benefits of the fire departments to the north. One thing we can do is welcome new firefighters from the mainland or locally, and we can help train them. We can get the firefighters involved in our community and make the fire department and our community their second home. It will establish a high level of fire and EMS service to our area.

2. The Key Largo Fire and Rescue EMS district was created just over 10 years ago. The tax rate was set at $1 million and the district has done a good job keeping it there since. The district will work on getting grants for the fire and EMS equipment and has the truck replacement scheduled. As for combining agencies, the fire and EMS district should have meetings and evaluate the system that is in place. We should study and research similar fire districts in the state of Florida. After research and evaluations are completed, the district should make changes if needed to provide the highest level of fire and EMS service possible for our Key Largo residents and visitors.

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ELECTION SEASON

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / OCTOBER 28, 2016

VILLAGE OF ISLAMORADA, Seat 5

JILL ZIMA-BORSKI

MIKE FORSTER

I’m a 21-year resident of Islamorada and I ask for your vote. I have no conflicts of interest: no landlord-tenant relationship with the mayor; no good ol’ boy agreements with contractors; no behind-the-scenes interference with senior staff and their duties. I abhor the consistent double-digit tax increases the current council loves.

I have experience on council and as a senior staff member working in Village Hall. I was a vocal supporter of the Islamorada Community Center; my name is on its plaque. I also served on the Charter Review Committee and as Village Land Acquisition Advisory Committee president. I am known statewide for my dedication to a 70-yearold media group, for which I serve as board chair.

I believe in government in the sunshine. My position always has been, if an elected official is acting in the public interest, there is no reason to hide anything. Open honest debate based on solid information and facts moves us toward the best decisions. I’ll bring integrity to council.

My proudest council accomplishment is helping bring home $4.5 million from the state to purchase the Key Tree Cactus property in Islamorada, thus preserving one of only eight properties in the world containing this endangered species. It shows my unending commitment to our unique environment.

We must work together to have Islamorada be the best it can be. It takes residents, staff and council moving forward as a cohesive team while making taxes affordable.

I am a 28 year resident. I have honorably and respectfully served for eight years. I have established valuable working relationships from the southernmost part of Monroe County to the halls of Tallahassee.

I have worked hard on mutually beneficial partnerships with senators, representatives and congressman. I’m on the ground running, and have many more great initiatives to complete.

I’m happy to give my to my community by participating in canal restoration committee meetings, BP Gulf Horizon Fund Allocation Committee, United Way, Save Florida Bay and the Everglades National Park Summits, Sea Level Rise Summits, Healthy Start board, MARC board, Florida Bay Forever board and many more organizations to help with sustainability. My passion remains.

And in closing, I am very proud that we have kept our millage rate 15 percent lower than Monroe County, and second lowest in Florida.

ELECTION SEASON

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / OCTOBER 28, 2016

IN THEIR OWN WORDS

Village of Islamorada voters will take to the booth on Nov. 8 to determine a number of crucial political races. None more important, however, than its own Village Council. With Seat 2 now vacant, Dave Boerner, David Purdo, and Cheryl Meads vie for their place on the Council (this page). The other remaining spot, Seat 5, is a contest between incumbent Mike Forster and Jill Zima Borski (opposite page). With less than two weeks until the election, the Keys Weekly offered editorial space so the candidates could address voters in their own words on the most important topics and why they deserve the vote.

VILLAGE OF ISLAMORADA, Seat 2

DAVE BOERNER

As a former two-term village councilmember and mayor and three-term member of the Islamorada Local Planning Agency, I worked to enact the impact fee funding for affordable housing and incentives for workforce housing. I will use that funding to generate new workforce housing as well as ensure that new commercial developments provide housing for its employees.

During my previous terms in working to meet the state-mandated central wastewater system, the science indicated that onethird of the pollutants in our bay and ocean waters was from failing septic systems; one-third was from storm water runoff; and one-third came from the Mississippi River basin. We must now address that second one-third storm water without further overburdening residents with costs.

I also established t he design standards to maintain our small town community character. With Publix, Walgreens, West Marine and other big box stores coming, as an architect, I have the experience to ensure those standards are met.

Our business districts are being stifled by on-site parking requirements that do not allow them to expand, risking loss of these businesses. I will work to establish municipal parking to create shared parking lots and pedestrian areas.

The state will also eliminate all new residential permits in seven years, requiring the purchase of undeveloped lands. We have to partner with the state to fund these purchases that would otherwise bankrupt our community.

And I will work to keep our Village expenses in line to prevent the reoccurrence of the 20% tax hike that was enacted this year.

CHERYL MEADS

Since entering the race, I’ve been amazed by the coconut telegraph. It’s given new meaning to “#2”, the seat for which I’m running.

1) Myth: I’m “buying” the election for personal gain and interest. Fact: I ask nothing in return, such as special treatment from planning, zoning or code enforcement. Under no condition will my position be used for personal gain.

2) Fact: There are people who won’t vote for me because I’m ethical. Fact: I’ve been told I couldn’t earn certain votes because I wouldn’t be a council puppet. One puppet advocate shared with me a development obstacle. I proposed a simple, ethical solution – one where making deals and cutting corners wasn’t necessary. I earned his support.

3) Myth: I’m trying to shut down an arts organization, publicly stated by an opponent. Fact: I’ve proposed a strength based collaboration that provides art education to youth in the Upper Keys through a separate charity, allowing for the other organization to focus on other aspects of its mission. This is a personal endeavor, not a political one.

I stand to find the sweet spot between pro-growth and no growth, for our green space and Florida Bay. I stand for smart financial decisions and safe roads. I stand for the best combination of factors that embrace our economy while protecting our natural environment. I stand for affordable workforce housing, for our citizens and our community. I always will, no matter what.

I care about all the islands that make up our Village, and I have the skills and experience to form positive solutions and build effective relationships.

DAVID PURDO

My goals are to provide positive constructive leadership, to protect your property rights while protecting our environment including Florida Bay. I will protect the working waterfront, and our retirees. The priority of the taxpayer comes first. We must keep taxes affordable and bring integrity back to the Village Council.

As a past councilman, who helped save the village over $3.5 million dollars on the sewers; was responsible for the Contractor’s Ordinance favoring local workers, supported a state audit and the use of an in-house attorney; repealed the waste water assessment, voted “no” on the unfunded sewer mandate project, “no” on the building of sewer plants in Islamorada, and against the vacuum pump station at Founders Park.

I feel I am the most qualified candidate for seat 2. I have the skills to lead our village toward a better future. I am available anytime someone has a problem just as I have been in the past. I have no hidden agendas and want only what is best for Islamorada.

I’m a retired Detroit police officer, served four years in the U.S. Air Force, I’ve been a charter boat captain for over 46 years, a past board member of the Monroe County Housing Authority, former president of Woods Corner, the Affordable Housing Committee, Islamorada Selection Committee, member of Islamorada Charter Boat Assoc., the Islamorada Moose Lodge, Islamorada Fishing Club, Chamber of Commerce, Forgotten Soldiers, lifetime member of the Matecumbe Historical Trust and am involved in numerous community events including MARC and working with the handicapped.

I need your vote to provide constructive leadership that protects your rights.

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BREAST CANCER AWARENESS

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / OCTOBER 28, 2016

Hairless but fearless Firefighters go bald to show support GABRIEL SANCHEZ

gabriel@keysweekly.com

F

irefighter Glenn Taylor wanted to show his support for his younger sister, Suzan Taylor-Craig, who is awaiting chemotherapy following a double mastectomy back on Aug. 24. So he decided he was going to shave off all his hair.

When he first told his coworkers, it was simply sharing the family’s ideas for supporting Suzan, the first person in his family that has been diagnosed with breast cancer.

“After I mentioned it, there were a couple that came right up and were enthusiastic about getting involved,” said Taylor. “I asked the Fire Chief, ‘Why don’t you see if any of the other guys are in?”

All of a sudden, the idea took off like wildfire with guys willing to show their support.

Before he knew it, more than 20 firefighters of Islamorada’s Fire Department, plus two of their family members, had joined Taylor in lopping off their locks to show

support for Suzan and all women who are currently fighting breast cancer.

“I was with my sister when she had the surgery. When we learned about the chemotherapy, and that she was going to lose her hair, I wanted to do a special gesture for her,” said Taylor.

The gesture resonated with his leadership.

When the word came out at the officer meeting, everybody there wanted to help says Captain Geo Toth.

“So I filmed it, took pictures, and put it on Facebook. We ended up doing about 17 that day, and a few more the following days,” said Toth. “Our family here helps everybody’s family. We went for it using two pairs of clippers and taking turns. It was a gesture we wanted to make.”

The boys banding together in solidarity has meant a lot to Taylor and his sister.

“I was very humbled by the fact that the guys wanted to show their support like that,” said Taylor. “I didn’t tell her, instead we put it on Facebook.

She called me right away and asked, ‘Is this for me?’ and then took time to thank and befriend everyone who

showed their support. She was very moved and emotional.”

Starting Oct. 31 she will begin scheduling her treatments of chemotherapy, which are followed by radiation treatments. Suzan remains in high spirits, says Taylor.

“I love her dearly, she’s the youngest of my siblings, but the strongest.

When she first came out of surgery, she just kept saying ‘the badass is back.’”

Islamorada’s fire department spread support and breast cancer awareness — Back Row: Randall LeBron, James Ruggles, Carlos Ornelas, Larry Zettwoch, Jason Luna, Marcio Cemin and Andrew Gamil. Front Row: Fire Chief Terry Abel, Charlie Martin, Glenn Taylor, Geo Toth, Dan Self and Ron Jacobs. (Hairless firefighters not pictured: Ryan Kidd, Ryan Booth, James Griffeth, Jimmy Griffeth, Mike Hampson, Bill Englehard, Morgan O'Cathey, Kyle Burkel and Jerry O'Cathey.) GEO TOTH/Contributed

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Now Hiring in Marathon

TELLER, Full-time We are looking for experienced, friendly, outgoing applicants with excellent customer service skills to assist customers in handling transactions. Must be flexible and able to work Saturdays. Teller experience and/or excellent customer service skills required. To apply, please go to www.my100bank.com, then click Careers. For assistance contact HR@my100bank.com.

EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disabled

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS MEDICAL SERVICES The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office requests proposals from Florida licensed physicians practicing in Monroe, Dade and Broward County to provide medical service to MCSO employees for a three year contract period.

Required services include: • Annual and new hire physical examinations including EKG and TB tests • Hepatitis B Vaccinations • New Hires, random and for cause drug urinalysis (16 Panel) • Fitness for duty examinations • Consultations with Sheriff’s staff as required • Certification for respirator use in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.134 • Hearing Test (if applicable) • Stress Test (if applicable) • Range of Motion Test (if applicable) • QuantiFeron Test (approval required) • FAA Physicals • FAA Drug Test • Hair Follicle Drug Test MCSO has approximately 590 employees. Currently 322 are sworn deputy sheriffs and detention deputies; the remainder, are civilian. All new hires receive a physical examination. Only sworn officers receive annual physicals. Last year 310 employees received annual physicals, 76 new hires received physicals including drug urinalysis and 60 random drug tests were administered.

MCSO intends to contract with physicians in Monroe (Lower, Middle, and Upper Keys) Dade and Broward County. Evening and Saturday hours are desirable.

The MCSO reserves the right to take any action that may be necessary or in the best interest of the MCSO; in proposals received; to request additional information, to exercise its discretion and to apply its judgment in all matters pertaining to the proposal. The MCSO further reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, with or without cause, to waive technical errors and informalities or accept proposals, which in its judgment, best serves the MCSO. For further information contact Executive Director Donna A. Moore at (305) 292-7044. The proposals must be received at the MCSO Human Resources Division – 5525 College Road, Key West, no later than 5:00 pm on Friday, November 14, 2016, and include the following information: • Name and credentials of physicians • Certificate of Liability • State of Florida Department of Health Division of Medical quality Assurance • Controlled Substance Registration Certificate • National Provider Identification (NPI) Enumerator • Location(s) where services are to be performed • Hours of Operation • Cost of the aforementioned required services Proposals received after the deadline noted above will not be accepted.

MCSO is not responsible for postal or courier service delays.

MCSO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual preference, transgender, transsexual, genetics or disability.

Accountant Full Time Min. 5 Yrs Experience Job Description Available Email Resume and Salary Requirements to: tara@keyscpa.com 305-743-6586 EOE

Full & Part Time Positions.

Apply in Person.

Grassy Key Outpost 58152 Overseas Hwy.

Rewarding stable jobs with excellent benefits!!!

THE GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER, Inc. in MARATHON is looking for:

PART TIME SERVERS / BARTENDERS APPLY IN PERSON 4000 SOMBRERO BLVD.

MARATHON

• Peer Specialist (PT) • Maintenance Specialist • Psychiatrist (PT, Contract) • Pharmacist (PT, Contract) • Maintenance Coordinator The Guidance/Care Center, Inc, a division of

HIRING! We Buy Gold Locally!

Sweet Savannah’s Bake Shop is now hiring for evening shifts.

Please Apply In Person 8919 Overseas Hwy in Marathon

OFFICE SPACES FOR RENT Office spaces FOR RENT starting at $250/mo.

Parking spaces also available.

Located on US 1, Cudjoe Key. 305-304-0776

Cash Flow Jewelry and Pawn Townsquare Mall Marathon

“Uplifting the human spirit since 1973”

THE GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER, Inc. in KEY WEST is looking for: • Child & Adult Case Managers • Child & Adult Behavioral Health Therapists • Drivers (Key West & Key Largo) • Substance Abuse Counselor Visit www.guidancecarecenter.org or http://careers.westcare.com to apply.

EEOC/DFWP, Bilingual a plus; Drug & background screening required.

HELP WANTED Cooks • Maintenance Grounds person • Laundry Attendant Server Assistants GREAT COMPANY BENEFITS Please apply in person at 28500 Overseas Highway, Little Torch Key

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UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / OCTOBER 28, 2016

• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 AUTOS FOR SALE

KEY WEST KIA A Wellings Automotive Company

AUTOS FOR SALE

EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

LEGAL NOTICES

1963 Pontiac Grand Prix -almost entirely original parts and interior. Blue inside and out. Great condition. $12,500. For more details or more pictures, call 305-7337901. Located in Marathon.

worker. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and supply references.

Please apply at 5187 Overseas Hwy, Marathon - next to Office Depot.

for School Crossing Guard.4 hour work days with split shifts of 2 hours in the morning and 2 hours in the afternoon.Hourly rate is $14.06. Applicants must fill out the online pre-application at: www.keysso.net Contact Charles Slebodnick at (305) 292-7044.

EEO/AAP TELLER POSITIONS at FIRST STATE BANK of the Florida Keys. BIG PINE KEY BRANCH. Cash handling & balancing skills a must. Apply on line w w w. key s b a n k . com. EOE M/F/V/D Member FDIC Seeking stable happy energetic personality for PT sales position in fun gift shop. Must be year-round Marathon resident; retirees welcome. Stop in to schedule appointment at 11528 Overseas Highway Marathon Construction Foreman wanted.

Needs Vehicle. Pay commensurate with experience.

Call 305-304-7995 Looking for independent worker.

Must have vehicle Great pay and training included.

Call 305-304-7995 NOW HIRING: Sweet Savannah’s is now hiring for evening shifts.Please Apply In Person. 8919 Overseas Hwy in Marathon LOOKING FOR Wait Staff, Food Runners & Hosts. Established busy restaurant must apply in Person. Sparky’s Landing, Key Colony Beach Servers & Bartenders Needed Full Time Please apply during business hours. Key Colony Inn, 700 W. Ocean Dr. Key Colony

& Raw Bar Knights Key Blvd. Marathon

STEPS OF THE MONROE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 500 WHITEHEAD STREET in the city of KEY WEST, Florida, offer for sale and sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for CASH the following described property situated in Monroe County, Florida, to wit:

2826 North Roosevelt Blvd.

Key West, FL (305) 295-8646 www.KeyWestKia.com

WELLINGS AUTOMOTIVE 9200 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL (305) 509-7499 www.KeyWestKia.com

Call us and SAVE, SAVE, SAVE 2003 Ford Mustang Runs great $2,790

2015 Toyota Corolla Warranty, 34,000 miles $13,390

2015 KIA Optima LX 16,300 miles $14,990

2015 Nissan Altima 35,795 miles, white, like new $14,990

2016 Jeep Compass Like new, 18,650 miles $15,490

2014 Kia Sorento Low miles, like new $17,990

2015 Camaro Convertible RS $20,290

2015 Dodge Challenger SXT 14,000 miles, loaded $20,990

2016 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab Like new $22,990

2016 Ford F150 Crew Cab Loaded, 15,800 miles $27,990

2013 Toyota Tundra Crew Cab Call for details!!!

Tax, tag and DOC fee not included in sale price.

KEY WEST KIA A Wellings Automotive Company 2826 North Roosevelt Blvd.

Key West, FL (305) 295-8646 www.KeyWestKia.com

WELLINGS AUTOMOTIVE 9200 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL (305) 509-7499 www.KeyWestKia.com

Call us and SAVE, SAVE, SAVE

AUTOS WANTED ALL YEARS! Junk or Used. Cars - Vans Trucks - RVs. Running or Not. CASH 305-332-0483 ED EMPLOYMENT Full-Time Salaried Position in Key West Office. The Porter-Allen Insurance Company is looking for an experienced Customer Service Representative. Licensed preferred 2-20 or 4-40 Florida. Monday-Friday 8-5. Please call David or Elizabeth at (305)294-2542. Fax (305)296-0054.

Full-time/Part-time Barristas and Food Prep day & night shifts. Server for Evening Wine Bar also needed. Apply in person at Leigh Ann’s Coffee House, 301 Sadowski Causeway, Key Colony Beach.

NOW HIRING: Full-time / Part-time FRONT DESK RESERVATIONIST. Friendly and outgoing w/excellent customer service skills. Basic computer skills & proper phone etiquette. Excellent salary. Some weekends & evening shifts required.

Please apply in person at Casa Del Sol Beach Resort, 58162 Overseas Hwy, Grassy Key. 305743-8400 Advertising sales professional sought for temporary position for local tourism-centric creative printed publication.

Could turn into longerterm. Compensation well above typical potential. Key West and Lower Keys. For more details contact sales@ wanderingdog creations. com or call 305-495-2820.

HIRING - Island Time Diner Ice Cream & Deli is hiring for a nights and weekends ice cream and deli

Reefside Renovation and Construction looking for skilled construction laborers.

Middle Keys locals only. Call 305-7314583 Local convenience store in the Keys is currently recruiting for Sales Associates and Assistant Managers in the Marathon and Islamorada area.

Qualified applicants will have 2 - 3 years previous retail experience, enjoy working with the public, previous cash handling experience and able to work nights and weekends Company offers amazing benefits package - health, dental, vision, life, holiday and paid vacation time. All interested candidates can forward their resumes to employmentinthekeys@gmail.com Florida Keys Diesel Repair, Inc. located at 531 107th Street, Marathon, is now hiring qualified diesel technicians. Caterpillar or Cummins Certified Diesel Techs need only apply. Requirements are 5 years minimum experience on Cummins or Caterpillar engines, at least one certification on one of the described engines, proficiency in SIS or QSOL also required. Please contact us at 305-2892070 I r r i g a t i o n / Landscape Lighting Specialist D’Asign Source is looking for a highly skilled and motivated Irrigation/ Lighting Specialist. 3 or more years of lighting and irrigation design, Installation and maintenance e x p e r i e n c e .

C o m p e t i t i v e compensation and benefits. careers@ dasignsource.com Key Largo School Crossing Guard Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is accepting preliminary applications

NOW HIRING Lunch & Dinner Shifts, Full Time Only with Experience. Apply in person, Grassy Key Outpost, MM 58 EXP. HELP ONLY needed for all positions. Apply in person Mon-Fri 1011am @ Sunset Grille

FISHING MISC. ALL TYPES OF PERMITS! Rock Shrimp, King Fish, Atlantic Snapper, Grouper Gulf, 6 Pack Reef & Pelagic. Commercial Gulf Reef Fish, Gulf Snapper IFQ’s, Long Line pkg. Many other permits avail. We buy, sell & broker all types of permits. Call before you buy or sell!

Please call for prices.

Licensed & Bonded.

All permits guaranteed valid for transfer. Many ref’s avail. John Potts Jr. 321-784-5982 or 3213 0 2 - 3 6 3 0 w w w. s h i p s u s a . c o m FOR RENT COMMERCIAL 2 Office Spaces For Rent in Marathon. One office is approximately 500 square feet and the other is approximately 600 square feet. Contact number is 305 743 5142. .

FOR RENT CONDOMINIUM

FOR RENT: Beautiful SeaWatch Condo - 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath with Den for possible 3rd Bedroom.

Partially Furnished, Basic Cable Included. No Pets.

Great Workout Room & Pool. $3,000 per month (negotiable).

Call Bonnie at ACRE Sales 305-393-2691

Unit 201 Week 48 of HAWK’S NEST CONDOMINIUM, a Condominium, according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof, recorded in Official Records Book 595 at Page 351 of the Public Records of Monroe County, Florida A/K/A: One Kyle Way South, Unit 201/48, Marathon, FL 33050 -ANDUnit 201 Week 49 of HAWK’S NEST CONDOMINIUM, a Condominium, according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof, recorded in Official Records Book 595 at Page 351 of the Public Records of Monroe County, Florida A/K/A: One Kyle Way South, Unit 201/49, Marathon, FL 33050 Pursuant to the FINAL JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE entered

LEGAL NOTICES in a case in said Court, the style of which is: HAWK’S NEST CONDOMINIUM, INC., A FLORIDA NOT FOR PROFIT CORPORATION Plaintiff, VS. GEORGE BAILEY; Unknown Heirs, Beneficiaries et al Estate of John N Flury; Unknown Heirs, Beneficiaries et al Estate of Virginia K Flury, Defendants.

And the Docket Number of which is Number 14-CA-000291-M WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 4th day of October, 2016.

AMY HEAVILIN, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Tammy Marciel Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.

Publish: October 21 and October 28, 2016 The Weekly Newspapers

304-3610 HOBBIES /

COLLECTIBLES

SELLING OLD NAUTICAL items. Lanterns, Chelsea Ship Clocks, Ship Wheels, Binnacles, Vents, Signs & 1/2 Hulls.

ALSO BUYING. Call Lou 603-455-6106 PRIVATE COLLECTOR WANTS Rolex, Dive watches and Pilot watches. Old model Military clocks & watches. Call 305-7434578

LEGAL NOTICES

Plantation Key Nursing Center

located in Tavernier, is seeking

C.N.A.

12 hr shifts days and nights available

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

$500.00 sign on bonus for all new applicants

CASE NO. 14-CA000291-M

We offer a competitive wage and benefits program.

To apply for position, Please submit your Resume to

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, AMY HEAVILIN, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will, on the 7 TH DAY OF NOVEMBER 2016 at 11:00AM on THE FRONT

BOL@PLANTATIONKEYNC.COM

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES •

Detention Deputy Trainee: The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is accepting Preliminary Applications for a Detention Deputy Trainee Academy starting January 31, 2017. Monroe County Sheriff’s Office will pay for your new career (tuition, books and salary).

Preliminary Applications must be completed and received

by November 18, 2016. Applicants may apply on line at www.keysso.net or contact Charles Slebodnick at cslebodnick@keysso.net or 305 292-7044. EEO/AAP.

Rare opportunity to lease a highly visible retail/office/business space on US 1. Adjacent to Walgreens and Publix with great exposure to the public. This 1000 Sq. Ft unit comes with central AC and a bathroom. $1,400.00 mo.

(First and 1 month deposit.)

For information contact: Nelson Lopez 954-336-4888

Keys Insurance Services

Now Hiring Full time Photo Tech

Hiring at all 3 locations Marathon, Key West and Key Largo Licensed 220 or 440 Account Manager/CSR. Minimum 2- years Commercial or personal lines experience. Motivated, responsible individuals with the ability to multi task in a fast paced Insurance Agency. Offices in KW, KL and Marathon. Personal growth is guaranteed as Agency grows. Salary will commensurate with experience.

Must have Photoshop, Premier, IMovie, Microsoft Office experience and be able to multi task

Administrative Support Staff: Office, Outlook and general computer experience a must.

Professional individual who enjoys working with others and being part of Team.

Position will require Receptionist responsibilities as well as Data Entry.

Full time or Part time Guest Services

Keys Insurance is an equal opportunity employer with excellent benefits, including Group Life & Health Insurance, 401K Plan, PTO and paid Holidays. Please send your resume to gbetancourt@keysinsurance.com or fax it to (305) 743-0582.

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Please send resume to

info@floridakeysaquariumencounters.com or apply in person.

Layne Heavy Civil, Inc. (LHC) is seeking qualified MBE/WBE firms to participate in the Area 3 WWTP Upgrades & Area 4 WWTP Filter Upgrades project which will bid on November 8th, 2016 @ 3PM for the city of Marathon, FL. Possible subcontracting opportunities include: Site Work, Clearing & Grubbing, Excavation, Concrete (Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks), Paving, Sodding, Paints & Coatings. Quotations need to be received by November 7th, 2016.

Interested Bidders should contact: Jeanie Lucas at Layne Heavy Civil, Inc., 12421 San Jose Blvd. Ste. 200B, Jacksonville, FL 32223. PH: (904)695-9290, Fax: (904)880-1404, Email:jeanie.lucas@layne.com Layne Heavy Civil, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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The Hammocks at Marathon

FULL TIME JOB OPPORTUNITIES $250 Sign-On Bonus!

• Repair and Maintenance Engineer • Recreation-Activities Associate Camp Counselor Experience Outdoor activities a plus.

Management positions @ Fairvilla's Sexy Things (524 Front Street, Key West Florida 33040)

THE MOORINGS

MM 81.5 Seeking self-motivated people for

General Housekeeping Fax Resumes to 1-305-664-4242 or pick up an application at 123 Beach Rd. Islamorada

Applicants must be open minded & personable with the ability to lead others.

Should enjoy interacting with customers, and be a responsible self-starter with computer skills & the ability to focus on details.

Reply to this job posting by sending all of the following to Cherie@fairvilla.com: Letter of interest on the available position • Current resume & your availability & include your favorite joke PLEASE NOTE: Emails that only include a resume without a letter of interest will NOT be considered. • Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

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TO APPLY:

Online: jobs.bluegreenvacations.com In Person at The Hammocks: 1688 Overseas Highway, Gulf Side, Mile Marker 48, Marathon Or Call Carlos 305-743-9009 eoe

HIRING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS:

Servers, Busperson, Prep Cook, Bartender and Food Runners.

Please apply on line at www.spottswood.com/careers or on site 13201 Overseas Highway. EOE m/f/d/v

Immediate opening for a HVAC Service Technician Upper & Middle Keys.

Great Pay • Paid Holidays • Sick Pay • Medical Insurance • Paid Vacation

Apply in person 171 Hood Ave • MM 91.5 • Tavernier p 305-852-2960 • f 305-852-0656

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