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Keys Weekly Newspapers (ISSN 1944-0812) are a community newspaper group published every Friday by Keys Weekly Newspapers, 9709 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050.

Subscription rates are $100.00 per year outside of Monroe County. Please call for all other subscription rates including overseas mail.

Periodicals postage pending at Marathon, FL and additional mailing offices. All stories, photos, and graphics are copyrighted materials.

Monroe County will be holding six public workshops all around the county beginning in January (see sidebar). The purpose is to get community input about how to respond better to hurricanes – before, during and after.

“These meetings are designed to hear from you, the community,” said Monroe County Public Information Officer Cammy Clark.

On Dec. 20, Monroe County Emergency Management Director Marty Senterfitt said the Keys deserve an A+ for the response and rapid recovery from the storm.

“It’s been 57 years since we’ve had a catastrophic storm in the Keys, and there wasn’t a lot of institutional knowledge. That being said, the community did an incredible job,” he said.

“But now the world has changed. We know what a Category 4 storm looks like, and we have to rise to the occasion. We have to get better.”

Senterfitt said he’s eager to hear the public’s response to Hurricane Irma preparedness and recovery.

“I want to get feedback from everyone and hear different perspectives,” he said. “However, certain themes keep reappearing.”

Among them:

KEYS WEEKLY / DECEMBER 29, 2017

HURRICANE TALK County to hold public workshops

1. Communication. A Category 4 storm wipes out cell phone service and the internet. Which makes communication challenging at best, not only within the disaster zone, but also outside it.

Senterfitt said he wants to explore the use of COW (Cell On Wheel) towers, and portable satellite systems. “The satellite functions like a generator and can provide the command post with VOIP (Voice Over Internet Protocol) phone line and also internet capability,” he said. Other items to explore include “old school” technology such as stationing a requisition team out of the disaster zone to speed supply orders, or even ham radio operators.

2. Self-evaluation. Having not only government agencies, but also the general public, reflect on Hurricane Irma has merit. “I have some personal insight,” said Senterfitt, ruefully. “I had way too many of my personal belongings stored underneath my house. Not only was it painful to lose my things, but I also contributed to the debris on the side of the road.” Senterfitt said many Keys residents, himself included, were caught off guard.

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3. Trained volunteers. Monroe County’s Emergency Management Department has five full-time employees.

To better respond, Monroe County has two choices, hire more employees or train the general public. (To be clear, many regular citizens were part of the immediate, albeit informal, recovery effort — whether clearing roads or delivering supplies.) Part of the training can include hands-on work. “As other areas experience disaster, we can go help them because it’s the right thing to do. But we will also be learning skills and reinforcing knowledge.” To that end, the Monroe County Emergency Management office will be holding classes beginning in February to train local volunteers in the National Incident Management System.

4. Pre-positioned contracts.

“We’re struggling with debris removal right now, of course. But we also need to talk about whether we need contracts for communication equipment when we need it, or a team to help us with logistics,” said Senterfitt. He praised the Florida Keys Electric Cooperative for its storm readiness, with contracts in place not only to bring in linemen, but also to set up base camps with a kitchen, cots and showers.

Public workshops on Hurricane Irma, all scheduled from 6 to 8 p.m.: • Monday, Jan. 8: Murray Nelson Government and Cultural Center, 102050 Overseas Highway, Key Largo.

• Tuesday, Jan. 9: Founders Park Community Room, 87000 Overseas Highway (next to the pool), Islamorada.

• Wednesday, Jan. 10: Harvey Government Center, BOCC Room, 1200 Truman Avenue, Key West.

• Thursday, Jan. 11: Marathon Government Center, BOCC Room, 2798 Overseas Highway, Marathon.

• Monday, Jan. 15: Keys Community Church, 30300 Overseas Highway (in front of former Habitat ReStore), Big Pine Key. • Monday, Jan. 22: Sugarloaf Fire Station, 17175 Overseas Highway, Sugarloaf Key.

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M-Sat

11 AM – 2 AM

Sun

11 AM – MID

JAN 5 - JAN 7

Show our veterans your support at any of these locations:

Full Menu Available 11 AM Until 2 AM *Early Bird BOGO 4-6 PM

*Order Online

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*Daily Lunch & Dinner Specials

Taco Tuesday $2 Each for Beef, Chicken or Pork 6 – 10 PM

Wednesday

Ladies Ladies Night Night Team Trivia 9 PM

Thursday Thursday WING WING NIGHT NIGHT 6 – 10 PM • 35¢ Wings

100 Craft Beers 30 On Tap

Friday Prime Rib Saturday

10 PM Late Night Dance Party Presented by

DJ Maja

Late Night Everynight!

Full Menu Till 2 AM Happy Hour 10-Midnight

NFL Sunday Food & Drink Specials

FRIDAY 8 am

VFW Post 10211 102255 O/S Hwy, Key Largo 9:30 am, Cheer Stop!

Coral Shores High School 89901 Old Why, Tavernier 12:15 pm, Cheer Stop!

Marathon Fire Station #14 8900 O/S Hwy, Marathon

Saturday 12:30 pm, Welcome Ceremony

Bayview Park Roosevelt and Truman, Key West 12:45 pm, Join the Soldier Ride!

Ride starts at Bayview Park Contact Clinton Curry @ 305-797-8578 2 pm, Community Ride Ends Truman Little White House 11 Front Street, Key West

Sunday 8:30 am, Cheer Stop

Dolphin Research Center 58901 O/S Hwy, Marathon

Sponsored by: 5800 Overseas Highway • Gulfside Village Plaza MM 50

Marathon • 305-743-5888

Sweet Savannah’s, Irie Island Eats, Publix, Professional Firefighters of Marathon (Local 4396)

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BANDS

Albannach Screaming Orphans West of Galway Marcille Wallis & Friends

SATURDAY & SUNDAY

Irish and Scottish Dancing, Pipes and Drums, Celtic Food, Beer and Vendors, Parade, Clan Call, Irish Tea Tent Children’s Glen with activities for the wee ones

JANUARY 6 - 7, 2018

SATURDAY: 11AM-7PM | SUNDAY: 11AM-5PM

SINGLE DAY TICKET

$5

Tickets at KeysTix.com FlkeysCelticFestival.com or call 305.743.6412

Marathon Community Park

Visit our new Celtic Village

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Sat: 10am - 6pm Sun: 10am - 6pm Mon: 10am - 2pm All of the TOP Boat Manufacturers will be on site!

BOAT SHOW & FESTIVAL

Silent Auction $10 Entrance Fee

100% of all proceeds benefit 83400 Overseas Highway mm83.4 - Islamorada, FL

At Island Christian School

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By Chef Heather MacDonald

Featuring Local Seafood • Great Variety of Small Bites • Great Steaks

Reasonably Priced in an Elegant Setting Full Bar – Great Wine List Open for Dinner, Tuesday – Saturday 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m

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OPEN FOR NEW YEAR’S EVE LIMITED SEATING – BOOK YOUR RESERVATIONS NOW

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Free Slice of Pizza YOUR CHOICE Titos Vodka, Absolut Vodka, J&B Scotch, Dewars Scotch, Johnnie Walker Red & Tanqueray Gin

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p/bottle 1.75 L

Bacardi or Captain Morgan Spiced Rum

$19.99 p/bottle 1.75 L Coupon must be presented • Expires Jan 3, 2018

p/bottle 1.75 L

ROEDERS ESTATE BRUT - Anderson Valley $17.99 p/bottle 750 ml L REGULAR $25.00

Coupon must be presented Expires Jan 3, 2018

YOUR CHOICE Sonoma Cutrer Chardonnay Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio Meiomi Pinot Noir

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Robert Mondavi Woodbridge Wines & Barefoot Wines

$7.99 p/bottle 1.5 L

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Kendall Jackson Chardonnay

$9.99

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Gordon’s Gin or Vodka

$14.99

p/bottle 1.75 L

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Ketel One Vodka or Bombay Sapphire

Crown Royal or Jack Daniels

p/bottle 1.75L

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NEW YEAR’S EVE

KEYS WEEKLY / DECEMBER 29, 2017

Ball drop? We don’t need no stinking ball drop

F

rom beachside fireworks to wacky takeoffs on the traditional celebration in New York’s Times Square, the Keys offer a wealth of ways to welcome 2018.

Four celebrations in Key West, all slated for the night of Sunday, Dec. 31, are lighthearted Keys versions of the Times Square festivities.

Renowned drag queen Sushi takes center stage at the annual celebration at the Bourbon St. Pub/New Orleans House complex at 724 Duval St. Just before midnight, Sushi is to be lowered from the balcony of the complex in the famed giant red shoe. Guest host Austin Armacost is best known for his appearances on Logo Television’s reality show “The A List” and the British reality show “Celebrity Big Brother.” A street-side stage will feature performances by local and national notables.

Street viewing is free. For VIP balcony tickets, visit bourbonstpub.com.

Also in Key West, revelers can welcome 2018 with a “conch shell drop” at Sloppy Joe’s Bar, 201 Duval St.; the lowering of a pirate wench from atop a tall ship’s mast at the Schooner Wharf Bar, 202 William St.; and the splash-down of a huge replica Key lime wedge into a larger-thanlife margarita glass at the Ocean Key Resort & Spa, 0 Duval St. Information on the events is at sloppyjoes.com, schoonerwharf.com or facebook.com/ SunsetPierKeyWest/.

In Key Largo, a fireworks display over Blackwater Sound will ring in the new year at midnight Sunday, Dec. 31. The extravaganza is hosted by Sundowners, Jimmy Johnson’s Big Chill, Señor Frijoles, Cactus Jack’s, Gus’s Grille at the Key Largo Bay Marriott Beach Resort and the Caribbean Club, all great viewing spots for the colorful display and all located around MM 103-MM 104. Information is at keylargofireworks.com.

Midnight fireworks also are on the menu at an Upper Keys hotspot in Islamorada. Morada Bay Beach Café at MM 81.6 bayside will host a large beach party with live music and a beach barbecue, culminating in a display of fireworks. Visit moradabay.com.

— Contributed

HOW TO RING IN 2018 The oversize shoe drop at Bourbon Street Pub is one of several Key West versions of the Times Square tradition. FACEBOOK/Bourbon Street Pub

THE LONG AND SHORT OF IT Dachshunds, dachshund wannabes and their human companions will parade through downtown streets during the annual Key West Dachshund Walk on New Year’s Eve. People and pets are invited to gather on Sunday, Dec. 31, at noon at the corner of Fleming and Whitehead streets. Registration is not required.

Costumes are encouraged, as are donations of dog and cat food for the Community Pet Pantry. CAROL TEDESCO/KeyWestHolidayFest.com

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Lounge & Liquor

The Tradition Continues!

Lunch Specials

Monday-Friday 11am-2pm Friday & Saturday

What Happens At the monkey stays at the monkey

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Happy Hour

Mondays

7 Days 4pm-8pm

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We are honored to announce that Trish Hintze has joined Coco Plum Real Estate. Trish is a past Rookie of the Year and past President of the Marathon and Lower Keys Association of Realtors. She brings commitment and dedication to her customers. If you want to buy or sell a home in the Keys, make sure to speak with Trish.

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ENTERTAINMENT

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• TAX TALK • TAG TALK •

JANUARY • Taxes paid in January will receive a 2% discount.

• As of December 14, 2017 the current tax roll is 74% collected.

The total collected at that time was $197,297,689.26.

• The Monroe County Tax Collector’s office will be closed Monday, January 15, 2018 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. • Reminder Mobile Homes expired on December 31st come in and renew your decal.

• Buying a State fishing and hunting license made easier, with the new Fish-Hunt-FL Application for Android, Apple and Windows smart phone devices.

• Remain Anonymous Report ILLEGAL Vacation Rentals email mail@monroetaxcollector.com or call 1-855-422-4540

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DUO APPEARS AT KEYS LIBRARIES Rebecca Hall and Ken Anderson make up Hungrytown, who will play in January at libraries in Key West, Marathon and Key Largo. CONTRIBUTED

Hungrytown brings acoustic show

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ungrytown, an acoustic duo that has toured for almost 15 years and whose music is featured on television shows, in films and for sports events will perform in January at libraries in Key West, Marathon and Key Largo.

Vermonters Rebecca Hall and Ken Anderson make up Hungrytown. Their songs and music have appeared in numerous television programs, including IFC’s “Portlandia,” Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show” and Neftlix’s new comedy, “Lady Dynamite,” as well

as documentaries and sporting events.

The Monroe County Public Library presents the duo on Wednesday, Jan. 10 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Key West library, 700 Fleming St.; Thursday, Jan. 11 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Marathon library, 3251 Overseas Hwy.; and Friday, Jan. 12 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Key Largo library, in the Tradewinds Shopping Center, 101485 Overseas Hwy. All performances are free.

The Keys stops are part of a fourmonth tour of the American South and Southwest. The duo also toured for more than 6 months earlier this year, in the U.S., the U.K. and New Zealand.

More information on the band is at hungrytown.net.

— Contributed

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KEYS WEEKLY / DECEMBER 29, 2017

New Year's Eve 2018- SAFE RIDE- Transportation Information December 31, 2017 5:00 PM to 1:45 AM (Lower Keys) 5:00 PM to 1:45 AM (City) Regular Bus Services 

Road closures will begin as early 11:00 AM which will cause delays and detours to regular bus services, scheduled pick-up points and times.



Buses will NOT provide service west of Simonton Street starting at 11:00 AM. Please find the closest bus stop on Simonton Street or wave a bus down for pick up. Service on Simonton Street will stop at 5:00 PM.  Regular bus service will operate normal times. However, the Green & Blue routes will be extended to operate until 1:45 AM, at which time the last CITY shuttle will depart from Fausto’s. Please note the all City and Lower Keys bus service will convert to “SAFE RIDE” shuttles at 5:00 PM and the Green and Blue routes may have additional buses running during peak times. This mean the buses will only travel as far as Fleming and Bahama Streets (Fausto’s Food Palace) via White, Southard and Fleming Streets. Please note that there might be a short service interruption while buses change shifts; please plan accordingly.  Additional Lower Keys Shuttles- in Marathon from Sadowski will depart as shown below. Note that these are extra buses and do not have a scheduled timetable after initial departure. For arrival times please visit KWTRANSIT.COM and select Lower Keys Shuttle. You may also call 305-809-3910 for more information. o

2:20 PM

o

4:00 PM

o

6:24 PM

If buses become FULL please be patient, another bus will come by as soon as possible.



“SAFE RIDE” Shuttles” 

Shuttles will operate between 5:00 pm and 1:45 AM. Shuttles end at 1:45 AM – with the last trip from Key West to Marathon departing Fausto’s at 1:45 AM. You must be at Fausto’s to board the bus for ALL return trips after 5 PM.



Multiple buses per route as needed after 5PM.



Lower Keys shuttles will depart Key West no later than 1:45 AM for return trips to Marathon. Plan ahead, seating is limited on the last bus out! Fare is $ 4.00 / person / trip each way. (Exact change required – drivers do not make change.)



City bus shuttles will have a final pick up call at 1:45 am. Fare is $ 2.00 / person / trip each way. (Exact change each way – drivers do not make change.)



The designated drop off / pick up point for the shuttles is Fausto's on Fleming and Bahama Streets after 5PM.



All buses will travel clockwise & counter-clockwise in Key West & Stock Island – with Keys shuttles rotating between Key West and Marathon as traffic permits. Please visit www.kwtransit.com for exact routes, times, and travel paths.

New Year’s Day (01/01/2018): • •

NO BUS SERVICE Regular routes resume on Tuesday, January 2, 2018.

The City of Key West T r a n s p o r t a t i o n wishes you a SAFE, HEALTHY and HAPPY New Year in 2018

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SEEN AROUND TOWN

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CHAMBER AWARDS

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Institution names top heroes of 2017

T

he Key West Chamber of Commerce held its year-end awards luncheon at Casa Marina, recognizing more than a dozen outstanding city and community members. Outgoing board President Greg Sullivan served out his last meeting after a successful year at the helm, as more than 200 business and community leaders celebrated a challenging — yet, successful — year in Key West.

—Weekly staff report

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BRITT MYERS/Keys Weekly 1. City Finance Director Mark Finigan is joined by City Manager Jim Scholl and Waste Management’s Greg Sullivan to honor Gabriela Mot as City Employee of the Year.

2. Greg Sullivan presents Mike Donovan with the Key West Star award. Donovan was recognized for his 16 years of service and creating organizations such as Expression of Hope artistic panel, Angels Just 4 Kids and his work with the Boys & Girls Club.

3. Michael Napieralski accepted Perry Hotel’s Business for Beauty award, which recognized Perry’s innovation and design. Architectural Digest named the 100-room boutique hotel one of the 12 best-designed hotels of 2017.

4. Tommy Quartararo is joined by Kristen Onderdonk to accept the Chamber’s Venture Award. Quartararo, who opened Blackfin Bistro in ’07 and took over Antonia’s four years ago, recently opened Little Pearl and the Thirsty Mermaid.

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KEYS FISHERIES’

DECEMBER TO REMEMBER

Commercial retaining walls Installation

KEYS FISHERIES RESTAURANT, MARKET AND MARINA

Repairs Cleaning & Sealing

Thank You Marathon for AGAIN voting us for

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MONDAY –PASTA NIGHT

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WEDNESDAY – BABY BACK RIB NIGHT Tender, delicious ribs – also available w/shrimp

THURSDAY – WHOLE BELLY CLAM FRY Plump, juicy clams fried to perfection

Quality Cardiac Care, Close to Home • Largest and most experienced cardiology practice in the Keys • The best cardiac surgery survival rate in Florida* • Performing the most open heart surgeries in South Florida*

FRIDAY – SURF & TURF Steak & Lobster

SATURDAY & SUNDAY – OUTDOOR GRILL

Offering up the best seafood selections off our charcoal grill

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Fri, Sat & Sun 5 – 8 pm *AHCA certified data y-end 2015, among hospitals performing more than 736 cases.

DON’T FORGET OUR RETAIL STORE! Party Platters & Shipping Fresh Seafood and Pie for the Holidays!

Call us at 305-743-4353 or order online at www.keysfisheries.com

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NEW YEAR’S SPECIAL! $55 PER FLIGHT, PER PERSON

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A new dimension in hearing care

We cordially invite you to join us for the

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GETTING AROUND OLD TOWN

Group to Study Transportation in Key West HAYS BLINCKMANN hays@keysweekly.com

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ast May, there was quite an uproar about two potential parking garages to be built in Key West. One was to be a fourstory garage at 609 Greene St. and the other a three-story structure beside the fire house at 616 Simonton St. There was an especially loud outcry by Greene Street businesses and the Bight Board against turning the parking lot on Greene Street into what was dubbed a “concrete dinosaur.” The city eventually pulled the resolution from the June 6 commission meeting. Commissioner Richard Payne, who was for the parking garages, admitted at the time, “There are a lot of misconceptions out there and we need to make intelligent decisions.”

The city is making good on pursuing more data and public opinion by forming the Parking and Meetings set Alternative Transportation Group on parking last August. The group consists of Jan. 2 – 10 a.m. seven local residents appointed Jan. 25 – 1 p.m. by commissioners: Eric Detwiler, Feb. 22 – 1 p.m. vice chairman (Commissioner Sam March 22 – 1 p.m.

Kaufman), James Sutton (Clayton April 26 – 1 p.m.

Lopez), Gregory Davila (Payne), May 24 – 1 p.m.

Wallace-Reid Moore Jr. (Margaret Romero), Allen Tidball (Billy Wardlow), Dana Day (Jimmy Weekley) and Roger McVeigh, chairman (Mayor Craig Cates).

According to city resolution 17215, “The mission of the group shall be to accumulate information, review effective strategies in other communities, formulate suggestions and recommendations to alleviate congestion, encourage public transportation, reduce reliance on personal vehicle use and improve parking availability.”

Previously, Kaufman stated, “I have a lot of concerns about spending $8 million on a garage before seeing how ride sharing affects the city and giving the Car Free campaign a chance.” Now the transportation group can see the effects of Uber and Lyft, as well as the Car Free Campaign including the free Duval Loop bus. With increasing bicycle usage, there will be many transportation factors for the committee to study and hopefully, help the city move forward with a plan.

Six transportation group meetings are scheduled so far. All meetings are held in Commission Chambers at City Hall, 1300 White St. “We hope to see a good public turnout as well to all of our meetings,” said McVeigh. “Because of the daytime meeting schedule, we intend to hold several well publicized evening public input/workshop sessions (potentially late March and late April) to give the community the opportunity to weigh in if they are unavailable during daytime hours.”

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NO LONGER ON THE RUN

Catch up with bestselling author Dan “Tito” Davis HAYS BLINCKMANN hays@keysweekly.com

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lot has happened since last May for a little book called “Gringo: My Life on the Edge as an International Fugitive,” written by local resident Dan “Tito” Davis and Peter Conti.

Last spring seemed to be just the beginning of what now has become quite a journey for the book and author.

Gringo’s story is a jawdropping, thrill-ride biography about Davis’ life as a drug trafficker turned fugitive. Follow his story from modest beginnings in South Dakota to the bright lights of Vegas, from jail to running with the Medellin Cartel, plastic surgery, the endless pursuits of ID and passports, hidden money, multiple wives, businesses, a wild trip to Mumbai and winning a Venezuelan kite-surfing champiDan “Tito” Davis meets with the onship.

Davis had a lot happen to Dalai Llama to talk about his him during the 13 years he lived book. CONTRIBUTED as fugitive from the FBI. Now, Davis is living a completely different story, traveling “But this is an around the world promoting his adventure, a travel extraordinary biography. Since memoir, albeit one publishing as an ebook, “Gringo” went number one on Amazon, viewed from the vantage point of the first in “Hot New Releases,” then in least three categories simultacriminal underworld. at neously: “Organized Crime,” “PageWhich makes it turning Narratives” and “Violence unique.” in Society.”

“I have had a personal audiJonathan Ellis, of USA Today, June 9, 2017. ence with the Dalai Lama in India,” said Davis. “After that exposure, a Bollywood film producer read my book in two days. He was so enthused that he invited me to visit him in Bombay, but I told him I wasn’t interested in doing a Bollywood movie. I did spend a few days with Hollywood actors and people in the industry.”

Davis has done numerous interviews but said, “What I need is national TV exposure. I’ve done national radio, been in USA Today and over 300 other media outlets. It’s just a matter of a time and this book will be a major movie or a mini-series.” Now, Davis is working with the book’s co author, Conti, going forward with movie production talks with Brad Pitt’s company Plan B and working on a screenplay.

He also has met with executives of Lola Lola, leaders in product branding for the upcoming legalized recreational marijuana in California. “Being a former smoker and having a best-selling book on Amazon, they want to feature me as the poster boy for recreational pot in California,” said Davis.

The former convict and fugitive is taking in all his success with a lot of humor: “It’s not easy being a professional book pimp.”

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ack in 2016, no one could stop talking about mosquitoes. In fact, they weren’t just local headlines but international news as well. The 2016 election brought turnover to the Florida Keys Mosquito Control District Board and resulted in a resounding “no” from voters in Key Haven as a trial site for genetically modified mosquitoes. And then the Zika scare hit. Tourists canceled trips all over Florida and pregnant women were terrified. But miraculously, the Keys saw fewer than a dozen travel-related cases. And then, media outlets everywhere hailed the Florida Keys Mosquito Control District as a preemptive organization to be mirrored. No one knew more or did more about mosquitoes than residents of the Keys.

While the headlines have faded for now, finding a solution to virus-carrying mosquitoes has not. Last April, the first test run of 20,000 Wolbachia-infected males from MosquitoMate were released on Stock Island. Tubes filled with 1,000 males contaminated with the bacterium were released, in hopes of reducing mosquito reproduction.

These were not genetically altered mosquitoes; the bacterium renders them sterile.

“Mosquito Control (FKMCD) finished the first Wolbachia trial right before the hurricane,” said spokeswoman Beth Ranson. “The trial, in partnership with MosquitoMate, was more of a logistical trial than efficacy trial. Mosquito Control is talking with MosquitoMate about doing another trial in 2018. In the meantime, FKMCD is awaiting results from the first trial.”

As for the genetically modified Aedes aegypti mosquitoes Oxitec wanted to release in Key Haven?

They have not been approved by either the EPA or the public. But Oxitec has submitted an application to the EPA to study the release and it could be approved in the future.

Ranson noted FKMCD broke ground on its new Lower Keys Operations Facility on Big Coppitt.

“The facility was originally slated to be completed in March, but was pushed back until early May because of construction delays caused by Hurricane Irma,” she said. “The facility will include a chemical and maintenance building, as well as a trailer complex that will house administrative offices and a small mosquito identification lab.”

Because of Irma, FKMCD has been granted a three-month lease extension on the Stock Island building and will not incur a rent increase in March.

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1. Politicians all over America will be marking their territory come next November.

2. Can’t teach an old Congress new tricks.

6. Remember, chasing tail gets you nowhere, except the clinic or divorce court.

7. Hopefully, the Tree Commission stops barking up the wrong tree.

8. It’s a Conch’s life.

3. Let’s hope Mother Nature throws us a 9. Call off the iguabone. nas.

4. It’s a margaritadrink-margarita world out there.

5. A man’s best friend is his generator.

10. It’s gotta stop raining traffic and accidents.

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fter a wicked 2017 in the Florida Keys, it’s good to look back on one win that was decisive: the complete eradication of the screwworm infecting the herd of Key deer on Big Pine Key. “I don’t expect to see another case,” said the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Dr. John B. Welch to a select audience of stakeholders meeting at the Marathon airport in March of this year.

The crisis reared its ugly head in September of 2016. And because the pest had been eradicated in Florida since 1959, there was some confusion at the beginning as to what was happening to the local deer population. (The open wounds were too grotesque to be pictured in most newspapers.)

Once the cause was pinpointed, officials in charge immediately reverted to the old science to eradicate the disease — lightly irradiating male flies. To treat the Keys infestation, scientists baited traps on Big Pine Key and No Name Key and released 140 million sterile male flies over about six months. (The flies came from a lab in Panama, by the way. Very fancy.)

At the time of the infestation, there was a communal fear that the disease would also infect domesticated animals such as dogs, or even the THE SCIENCE: feral cat population. In fact, there was Egg, larva, pupa and a checkpoint set up at the top of the adult — the entire Keys, staffed 24 hours, and anyone life cycle of the driving out with a pet was instructed screwworm averages to stop and have the animal inspect21 days. The eggs, ed. Officials checked 16,000 resident 100 to 400 laid at a and visiting animals as they left the time, can hatch in island chain so as not to spread the less than a day. disease to the mainland. The fears, thank goodness, were groundless. A handful of dogs were infected and it was reported that one was put down.

Marathon veterinarian Dr. Mike Dunn successfully treated one case that originated on Big Pine Key. “We picked out the maggots, preserved them for state analysis, and used some antibiotics,” he said. “The dog we saw in our office did great.”

Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam said the outbreak in the Keys was both a blessing and a curse. “The curse is that there are so many islands; the blessing is that there is only one way out and one way in and it’s such a distance from the mainland,” he said. Officials worried that the screwworm could infect cattle and other livestock. “But we are thrilled with the success of saving (this) species of deer and protecting the mainland from this scourge.”

Unfortunately, about 13 percent of the herd that originally numbered 1,000 had to be euthanized. Fortunately, the disease was contained and eliminated. No “source” animal was ever identified and it’s still a mystery how screwworm reappeared in Florida after a 58-year absence.

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n Tuesday, Marathon’s Senior Planner Brian Shea presented the results of a feasibility study on a community pool to the Marathon City Council. The project is the result of months of work at the behest of the council, after Marathon residents narrowly approved a non-binding referendum question regarding a community pool on the August 2016 ballot.

Earlier this month, the council sent a letter to the Monroe County School Board asking it to build a pool on the property it owns adjacent to Marathon High School.

Marathon City Manager Chuck Lindsey told the council that School Superintendent Mark Porter declined that request, although has not put it in writing. After the presentation and public comment in favor of the pool on Tuesday, the council decided to write another letter to the school board, this time asking for the Marathon Manor property.

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a pool or against the pool; I want the best solution for Marathon. I don’t see this as something we can’t do if we do it the right way — with public/private partnerships and with help from the TDC, FKCC, Department of Health, the school board.

All the players.”

Senmartin said with those answers, a more thorough investigation of the costs and size of the pool would reveal whether a community pool makes sense.

Mayor Dan Zieg said one of the biggest sticking points is the cost of the land. If the lot isn’t “free” — i.e., transferred to the city at no cost — then a pool might be out of reach. He cited suitable properties such as JoJo’s on Grassy Key that cost upwards of $3 million.

live on water and our kids can’t swim. It’s terrible that we live on an island and kids can’t swim; they’re scared. Let them learn to swim and then go out on the water and be commercial fishermen,” she said.

“And no one’s looking for a (no admission) pool. We should pay to use it.”

No opponents spoke at the meeting.

The report compared the operating costs of the Ron Levy Aquatic Center at Founders Park in Islamorada, Jacobs Aquatic Center in Key Largo, and the Boy Scouts pool on Lower Matecumbe Key. The report included little information about revenue the pool could bring in, other than to say college teams regularly generate $50,000 per year in pool rentals at both Jacobs and Founders. Also, those pools have a 10 percent charge on fees collected by swimming teams, swimming lesson instructors, dive students, etc.

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POOL & TRACK

Discussions about town’s facilities gets more detailed TAXES ON AVERAGE $300,000 HOME @ ASSESSED TAX

(Assuming the pool generates NO revenue and is free admission)

$50 per year

(Founders, lowest operating cost below)

$70 per year

(Founders, highest operating cost below)

HERE ARE SOME OF THE REPORT FINDINGS: Founders

Jacobs

Boy Scouts

Pool site

1.1 acres

0.7 acres

0.24 acres

Pool area (sq ft)

12,703

7,302

2,660

Gallons

880,000

398,880

137,385

Initial Cost

n/a

n/a

$438,000

Operating Cost

$377,000$528,000

$460,000

$161,000

Miscellaneous costs The city came up with estimates on the costs of a generous list of pool accessories: lane lines, lane line storage reel, starting blocks, backstroke flags, backstroke flag posts, timing pads, timing computer, time display board, starting system, poolside pace clock, diving boards, diving board stand, solar coverings and solar covering reels.

$57,000

$116,000

$268,000

For a 6-lane, 25-yard pool

For a 10-lane, 25-yard by 25-meter pool

For a 10-lane, 50-meter by 25-yard pool

OPERATING COSTS

(Assumed costs of a pool with a $400,000 annual budget)

1. Staffing 37% 2. Utilities 33% 3. Materials/supplies 3% 4. Insurance 9% 5. Maintenance 6% 6. Chemicals 10%

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n 2017, talks about a community pool got farther than ever before. Still, it stalled at the end of August when the Monroe County School Board revealed plans to build a full-size track and other sports fields on the Marathon Manor property it owns adjacent to Marathon High School.

Marathon voters approved two referendum questions in August 2016. About a year later, discussion lasered in on the Marathon Manor property. In June 2017, the Marathon Council asked the school board to build a pool on the property. However, the school board had already begun the design process to add athletic fields.

In July, the City of Marathon presented its findings on the feasibility of a community pool to the council.

The city studied three pools — Founders Park in Islamorada, Jacobs Aquatic in Key Largo and the Boy Scouts pool on Lower Matecumbe.

Annual operating costs ranged from $161,000 to $528,000 depending on the size of the pool. (Those figures assume no revenue generated by the pool, and free admission.) The city found that an assessed tax of $50 to $70 per year on a home valued at $300,000 would be enough to operate a pool the size of the one at Founders Park. At the conclusion of that meeting, the council was per-

37 percent and 33 percent The estimated cost of staffing (37%) and utilities (33%) expressed in the operating costs of a pool with a $400,000 annual budget. suaded to write another letter to the school board, this time asking for land to be set aside for a community pool so the city could explore ways to build and maintain that facility.

The very next week the school board presented its plans for the Marathon Manor property. Eventually, the five-member board elected to go with the most elaborate of all — one that would use the Manor property for a full-size track and football/soccer field and the other existing fields to be redeveloped into separate baseball and softball fields. The school’s $5 million redevelopment plan also calls for additional parking spaces.

The school board must have a full site plan in order to proceed.

It’s possible that the area dedicated to storm water retention on the conceptual plan may be overkill if the runoff is managed with deep injection wells.

Currently, the student parking lot adjacent to the Marathon Manor floods in heavy rains, and that was also the case during Hurricane Irma.

After Hurricane Irma it was one of the debris collection sites.

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he Keys Weekly is channeling a little bit of Johnny Carson to celebrate the New Year. This was an excruciating exercise for the Weekly staff, but Marathon’s Josh Mothner said it was easy as pie.

Mothner, as many know, is a real estate agent and an expert in affordable housing.

On the Tonight Show, Johnny Carson, wearing an enormous turban, would divine the answers before he opened the questions. In the Keys Weekly version, Mothner also divines the answers to questions (in bold) provided by our staff writers.

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MONROE COUNTY

KEYS WEEKLY / DECEMBER 29, 2017

CHASING “CHICKEN OF THE TREE” IGUANA ASSASSIN STRIKES AGAIN

Chuck Meier is releasing an iguana cookbook in 2018. — CONTRIBUTED

KRISTEN LIVENGOOD kristen@keysweekly.com

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ey Wester Charles “Chuck” Meier knows iguanas. He knows the details of hunting, cleaning, catching and cooking the invasive species. And, he says that Hurricane Irma didn’t help one bit with the population, saying it’s about to boom like never before.

“South Florida is in an explosion right now,” he said. “After the storm, they are even more prominent. This is the beginning of a real iguana invasion and what we have seen in the past is nothing compared to what is coming.”

This is breeding season, Meier said of the aggressive iguanas he gets called to remove from people’s homes as a pest exterminator. He added that the next three months the eggbound females will be digging up yards to bury the eggs – one of their favorite places to lay is underneath the tombstones at the Key West Cemetery.

As a proponent of eating the “chicken-like” iguanas, and the eggs, as well as eradicating the invasive species from South Florida, Meier’s 75-page guide to catching, cleaning, cooking and eating iguana, “Key West Iguana Killer’s Club” is set to be on bookstore stands in January.

The Russians even know about it. Meier was just featured on a Russian television show where the host was reluctant to try the iguana at Jose’s Café in Key West. “She did it, though,” he said. The five-minute video walks viewers from the hunt to the kitchen.

“Hunting iguana is not illegal, it’s actually promoted,” he said, although he said he still gets threats via his Facebook page.

“In the Keys, it’s a Catch 22 with iguanas. You either love them or you hate them; there is no in between.”

The original story was published Sept. 1 and can be found at KeysWeekly.com by searching “iguana.”

DARE I SAY IT

KEYS WEEKLY / DECEMBER 29, 2017

THE YEAR OF THE TOOTH FAIRY

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ineteen days after Hurricane Irma hit, we had our first real outing — down to Key West to watch the Miami Hurricanes play, how appropriate. It was KRISTEN LIVENGOOD a big departure from our days of no is a Marathon TV, no internet and High School and subsisting by the USF grad, mom of two beautiful little grace of a generator. girls, and wife to some cute guy “What do you she met in a bar. need,” my friends She enjoys being asked as we joined a social busy bee, red wine, running them at Waterfront (very, very slowly), Brewery. “Seriously, and spearfishing. what do you need?”

I needed the kids to be back in school and Sheriff Rick Ramsay to lift my curfew (#cashmeoutsiderickramsay #howaboutthat), but I replied, “We are good. I promise you, we are so good, and if I get another toothbrush, I am going to poke somebody’s eyes out with it.”

We had toothbrushes. Lots and lots of toothbrushes. From the American Red Cross, the fire departments, the Baptists, the Samaritans, my friends’ care packages, each one included a toothbrush in the care kit. And, not just one toothbrush, a 10-pack per household member. We suddenly acquired hundreds. I ranted to them, who doesn’t evacuate without a toothbrush? And, if you did evacuate without a toothbrush, wouldn’t you

just run to the store on the mainland and grab one, like the first day you realized you didn’t have a toothbrush?

Then it happened. Monday morning, an unmarked package showed up. I opened the package to find 40 Spinbrushes. A display case of them, the kind they put up in Walgreens complete with “makes a great stocking stuffer” written on it and directions on how to assemble the display case.

Oh, my gosh. My friends hate me.

I laughed hysterically and put a rant on Facebook that someone I know clearly doesn’t like their eyeballs (Nicole Rapanos and Becki Balcer). And, people loved it.

Then it started. Two days later an Amazon Prime package showed up.

I still didn’t have internet, so I know I didn’t drunk order it. I opened it up to find 144 tubes of toothpaste in there.

144 tubes of minty fresh breath to go with my 740 toothbrushes (Elgersmas!). I died, and posted it on Facebook, complete with a little toothpaste stain on my shirt from all my tooth brushing …

Then the mouthwash came, and dental floss, and dental picks. Every day, something new would show up (all from entirely different amazing people who loved the first rant). A tooth fairy costume arrived; a superhero tooth T-shirt was next, followed by a book entitled “Teeth are NOT for Biting.” Fake teeth showed up on my doorstep, professional grade dental stainless steel cleaning products arrived. The kids were excited every day to see what arrived. And, it was hilarious.

So, when you see me on the side of the road digging through my trunk and handing things to small children, it’s not candy (or drugs), my friends, it’s dental hygiene products. And, the tooth fairy strikes again.

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GABRIEL SANCHEZ

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ork crews broke ground on the new Plantation Key School site, which is about 100,000 square feet in total, this past January. The project was estimated to cost roughly $35 million.

Hurricane Irma minimally affected the construction site, said Bill Shoemaker, project manager for Monroe County School District.

“Luckily after the storm there was a minimal amount of damage. They manned up pretty quickly, and were able to get back to work within two weeks of the storm,” he said.

Nowadays the site is bustling with as many as 75 workers at a time, said Shoemaker. Even with the construction happening right behind the installed safety fence, Shoemaker says students have not been affected.

Biltmore Superintendent Michael Hobbs updated the Weekly on the status of the new school.

“Once we finish the roof, fireproof, and build the interior walls for classrooms, the next phase will be building the kitchen area. Once we complete that – sometime around January, – then it will be an all interior buildout,” said Hobbs.

A retired chief from the Navy’s construction battalions, Hobbs is experienced in building schools in the Keys and South Florida. He was part of the construction effort in building Poinciana Elementary, Key West High School and a school in Miami.

“The slab is being poured for the room that will have the Science on a Sphere,” said Hobbs. “It uses four projectors and a Kevlar globe to make a hologram.”

The globe acts like a display system that works with computers and video projectors to display data on the sphere, which measures 6 feet in diameter. Originally created by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the sphere is now used as an educational tool. The globe’s design is so particular that its website comes with floor plans and configuration variations.

The globe isn’t the only new feature the school will have.

“The school’s going to have a gym, which it never had before,” said Shoemaker. “They’ll have a brand new baseball field, basketball courts, playground, tennis courts, and state-of-theart classrooms.”

Hobbs says Biltmore Construction is eyeing a 2018 fall completion date.

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UPPER KEYS

KEYS WEEKLY / DECEMBER 29, 2017 Shana Walsh gets some wind in her kite at Anne’s Beach. SHANA WALSH/ Contributed

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n Dec. 7, the Islamorada Village Council amended its agreement with Weiler Engineering Corporation, allocating more money to the design, permitting and surveying of the new Anne’s Beach Boardwalk project.

The expansion in scope now includes the replacement of six pavilions and repair of two asphalt parking areas that were destroyed

by Hurricane Irma’s storm surge.

The additional costs, roughly $23,000, brings the “not-to-exceed” contract price tag from $69,000 to $92,000 for Weiler.

The $92,000 is a portion of the first phase costs of the project.

Phase I is expected to cost no more than $600,000.00.

Once Phase I is complete, Monroe County’s Tourist Development Council would reimburse Islamorada for project expenses up

to $300,000.

Islamorada’s Capital Projects Fund budget, which had about $2.5 million remaining in restricted fund balance as of Sept. 30, appropriated $1.2 million to fund all phases of the boardwalk project initially via grants from the tourist council.

The beach’s closure since the storm has affected the weekend activities of many locals, especially kite boarders.

In the kite boarding community, the beach is known for its consistent east wind of 18 to 25 miles per hour – which is “as good as it gets” – and warm shallow waters, says Otherside Boardsports owner and kite board enthusiast/ instructor, Mike Walsh.

“That was the whole staff’s go-to spot, and became a meeting point for Upper Keys and Middle Keys kiters. It’s one of the best spots in the entire Keys to kite, and certainly the best in the Upper Keys,” said Walsh.

Boarding conditions aren’t the only remarkable thing about the beach Walsh enjoys. It’s also very much “alive,” he says, referring to the vast amount of sea life he’s encountered.

Along the outer flats, he’s seen everything from six or seven species of sharks, to sea turtles, pods of dolphin, and a variety of starfish.

Still, Walsh is always on the lookout for “unicorn” conditions; southwesterly winds that make knee-high swells and safely blow kiters away from the bridge and roads nearby. As the beach continues its long road to restoration, Walsh’s hope is that kiters will return in full force.

“It’s hurt a lot for the traveling kiters, but it’s hurt a lot of local kiters, too,” he said. “Kiting has become such a big thing there.

There are a lot of professionals who travel the world and still say that Anne’s Beach is their favorite spot.”

UPPER KEYS

KEYS WEEKLY / DECEMBER 29, 2017

COLLEGE LIFE

CSHS grad checks in after first semester GABRIEL SANCHEZ

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arlier this year, the Upper Keys Weekly profiled artist Bobby Oshaben upon his graduation from Coral Shores High School. Home on winter break from his first semester at Florida Atlantic University, Oshaben sat down for a second time with the Weekly to update us on his life, art and college.

“It’s been a big change, but it’s been exciting living in a larger town,” he said. “In Boca there is a lot more to see and do and I feel like living up there gives me a space to focus on my art, where down here I had more going on and distractions.”

In his first semester, Oshaben split his course load between general education classes and art classes.

His design class has introduced him to the elements of design, and centers around how to create a composition that’s pleasing to the eye. In his drawing class, Oshaben’s professor presents the class with a new still-life subject for his students to sketch each week.

He’s learned contour drawing, gesture drawing, and used charcoal for the first time, too.

“It was a lot different than using pencil. It was kind of like painting because you’re able to put down a lot more value in less strokes than a pencil,” said Oshaben of charcoal. “I think I have definitely improved in my technical skills and drawing.”

For inspiration, he visited an art exhibit of students enrolled in the Bachelors of Fine Arts program. Students apply for the competitive program in their sophomore years, and Oshaben is looking to submit his portfolio next year. In the meantime he’s honing his technical skills.

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Florida Atlantic University art major Bobby Oshaben is sketching a new path in life after graduating from Coral Shores in 2017. GABRIEL SANCHEZ/Keys Weekly

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His free time has been productive as well. He joined an Ultimate Frisbee club, visited the Boca Raton Museum of Art, and attended Miami’s Art Basel Fine Arts Fair for the first time.

“It was really interesting to see all the contemporary art styles. It was a big difference between what I’m used to doing,” said Oshaben, who considers himself a realist artist.

Oshaben says the best part about the event was being able to see original Picassos on display.

Next semester, Oshaben is taking his second drawing course that will venture into figure drawing, and an art history class. He has also been commissioned by DJ Joe Delgado to create three paintings of underwater photographs that will be displayed during the summer.

The exhibit is part of Delgado’s plan to intertwine his music, photography and video. Oshaben is also getting his first car next semester and is anxious to keep exploring his new surroundings.

BRUCE BUSH and HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF KW The Habitat for Humanity of Key West and the Lower Keys ReStore sells donated items to raise money for the KW affiliate, which provides affordable work force housing.

Bruce embodies the American can-do attitude. He’s become the resident radio star regaling Biz Baz listeners every Wednesday with local Habitat updates.

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ENTERTAINMENT

KEYS WEEKLY / DECEMBER 29, 2017

COMING RIGHT UP W

ant some fun activities in the Keys in the new year? You don’t have long to wait. Here’s a preview of three events that will take place before January is half over:

WOUNDED WARRIOR RIDE JAN. 5-7

CELTIC FESTIVAL JAN. 5-7

FK SEAFOOD FESTIVAL JAN. 13-14

“The national organizers tell us is the number one ride of the year,” said Phil Goodman, past president of the Military Affairs Committee of Key West. “I guess they know by word of mouth that this is the best ride that you can go on, and people in the Keys are really supportive.”

The Wounded Warrior Project ride starts on Friday, Jan. 5 in the Upper Keys, when the warriors and companions arrive at 8 a.m. at the VFW Post 10211 at MM 102 in Key Largo.

About a half hour later they take off again for a ride to the Ciao Hound at MM 84. They ride the buses to Marathon Fire Station No. 14 for a lunch and set off at about 12:30 p.m. to cross the Seven Mile Bridge. On the following day, Friday, Jan. 6, the soldiers ride from Boca Chica NAS to Bayview Park, arriving at about 11:45 a.m. The entire community is invited to ride with the soldiers to The Little White House. On Sunday, the warriors back track to the Dolphin Research Center for a day of fun.

Spectators are encouraged! For more details, see next week’s Weekly newspaper.

Photo: Florida Keys News Bureau

Celtic rock and traditional music await attendees at the fifth annual Florida Keys Celtic Festival, set for Friday through Sunday, Jan. 5-7, in Marathon.

A return of the Scottish band Albannach headlines a diverse musical lineup for the family-friendly event. Also featured are The Screaming Orphans, an encore performance from West of Galway and a live acoustic performance by Marcille Wallis & Friends.

A free-admission “Kilts in the Keys” celebration kicks off the weekend, featuring Irish music from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 5, at Marathon Grill and Ale House at MM 53.

The festival itself runs 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday at the Marathon Community Park.

Other highlights of the weekend event include sheepdog herding demonstrations, the bagpipes and drums of Police Pipe and Drum of Florida, Highland athletics and the state Haggis Hurling Championship. All events are open for public viewing.

Celtic merchandise, food, beverages, local craftspeople and vendors as well as children’s activities round out the weekend’s festivities.

Advance online purchase is available for single-day Saturday or Sunday admission tickets for $5 per person per day. Tickets are $10 per person at the gate.

Photo: Keys Weekly

In Key West, the 13th annual Florida Keys Seafood Festival takes place on Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 13-14 at Bayview Park in Key West. It spotlights the Keys’ world-renowned fresh seafood and the commercial fishermen who harvest it.

The family-friendly feast is presented by the Florida Keys Commercial Fishermen’s Association.

“Bring your appetites and be prepared to chow down on the freshest seafood the Florida Keys have to offer, including spiny lobster, stone crab, snapper and grouper, chowders and desserts all caught, cleaned, cooked and served by our commercial fishing men and women and their families,” said Bill Kelly, executive director of the FKCFA. “Join us in celebration as we give testament to the resiliency, spirit and unity that prevails in our small island communities in rebuilding our archipelago of tiny fishing villages, ravaged by the impacts of Hurricane Irma in September of 2017.”

The festival also features live music, libations, vendors and more. For more details visit floridakeysseafoodfestival.com.

Photo: Keys Weekly

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Town turns out to celebrate wine & spirits

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n Dec. 19, owner Tim O’Connell celebrated with friends, family, the Marathon Council and what seems like the whole town on the occasion of the opening of the Overseas Wine & Spirits. The liquor store,

attached to the popular Overseas Pub & Grill, has been in the works since O’Connell bought the property in 2013.

To top off the festivities, the vintage sign atop the establishment was relit for the first time in 30 years.

— Weekly Staff report

TBH Construction Preserving the Past and Building the Future

2 SARA MATTHIS/Keys Weekly 1. Dennis Casey presents the proprietor with a card and balloons.

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2. Tim O’Connell wields the big scissors as Marathon Councilmen Mark Senmartin, left, and Steven Cook, right, hold the ribbon tight.

3. Doug Morgan plays the pipes at the beginning of the ceremony.

4. The bar, restaurant, and spirits shop is packed to the gills on Dec. 19, with well wishers from all parts of the community.

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SEEN AROUND TOWN

KEYS WEEKLY / DECEMBER 29, 2017

NEW YEAR, NEW BOARD CHAMBER WELCOMES NEWBIES AT LUNCHEON

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he newly elected Marathon Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors was introduced at a recent luncheon held at Castaway Waterfront Restaurant in Marathon. The board is usually honored at the annual chamber banquet, normally held in October at Hawks Cay, but Hurricane Irma threw a wrench in that plan. The restaurant also debuted its new breakfast menu, which included mouthwatering eggs benedict, homemade biscuits and gravy, and spins on breakfast staples.

The attendees also had the chance to try the happy hour tuna topped hotdog – it was a hit!

— Weekly Staff report

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1. Bill Kelly, new board president Chris ToddYoung, and Julie Johnson are recognized for their service to the board.

2. Chamber staff Erika Goodman and Jeanine Christiansen, with Chamber Ambassadors Kristen Livengood, Sandra Bradshaw and Mike Puto, help check people in to the luncheon.

3. Luncheon host John Mirabella of Castaway Waterfront Restaurant debuts the breakfast menu at the event. (The seafood omelet is killer!!!)

6 4. Margie Casey of Casey Electric chats with Marathon Chamber of Commerce Board President Chris Todd-Young, of Habitat for Humanity of the Middle Keys.

5. Castaway’s Ian and momma Amanda hang at the event.

6. Marathon Chamber of Commerce CEO Daniel Samess presents outgoing board president TJ Patterson his thank-you plaque.

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KEYS WEEKLY / DECEMBER 29, 2017

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THE WEEKLY’S TOP 10 OF 2017 HERE’S THE KEYS-BASED STORIES THAT BROKE THE INTERNET, NO KARDASHIANS NEEDED. KRISTEN LIVENGOOD kristen@keysweekly.com

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here is something about lists that people like to read. Here’s the Top 10 list of the Keys-based stories that went viral this past year. Although Hurricane Irma-related posts could take the cake for all top 10, here’s some other fun or controversial topics that took our local internet by storm.

1

Jimmy Buffett anything…

Video of Jimmy playing barefoot at Key West’s Margaritaville Restaurant went viral with more than a million in reach this past week. Earlier in the year, reports of Buffett playing at the newly opened Key West Amphitheater also broke the internet. (Photo by Cheryl Cates.)

2

Southernmost Buoy Post-Hurricane Irma The iconic image of the

American flag hanging from a battered Southernmost Point buoy is ingrained into the memories of rebuilding after Hurricane Irma wreaked havoc on the Keys. The Facebook post by Key West Weekly Publisher Britt Myers made it on the front page of the paper immediately after the storm, and was shared by thousands on social media. (Photo by Britt Myers.)

and it shows with her weekly cartoon and the always funny Top 10 lists, touching subjects from politics to Halloween costumes, she compiles with Myers. The lists and cartoons are on the website, and are usually shared in bulk when posted to the Weekly’s Facebook page. (Photo by Hays Blinckmann)

3

Key West Locals-Only Hurricane Party Facebook two-minute video The video depicting locals dancing in Mallory Square a couple weeks post-Irma showed the spirit of the Keys, and Key West working toward rebuilding. The Keys Strong attitude is still on the top of everyone’s mind since the storm. (Photo by Britt Myers)

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The cartoon and lists Weekly Weekly Staffer Hays Blinckmann has an eye for art,

eradicated this year. Although speculation arose on how the random Screwworm made its way to the Florida Keys, state and national attention immediately jumped in to help save most of the iconic herd.

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Cow Key Bridge Run 0K: Show us your teats April 2017 There are a lot of bridge runs in the Keys, the most famous bring the 7 Mile Bridge Run that closes out the running field in mere minutes when registration opens, but one of our favorites to watch is the Cow Key Bridge 0K, which takes place the day after the 7 Mile Bridge Run. The short distance crossing the Cow Key Bridge brings out some of the best costumes of the year, and some of the most competitive runners in the Keys. Awards are given to fastest, slowest, and most unique. And, last year, two Key West Crossfit superwomen made it across the whole bridge on their hands!

(Photo by Kristen Livengood)

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The Key West “Bubba Awards” and “Best of Marathon” June and October Both fun nights celebrate the businesses and people in town that deserve praise. The categories, ranging from Best Key Lime Pie to Best Customer Service are always big hits in the community voting system.

Our favorite is Miami Subs in Key West making it into the top three every year for the Best Conch Fritters. (Photos by Kristen Livengood)

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Lyft/Uber currently operating in Key West In one of the biggest controversies of the year, ride share operators Lyft and Uber were granted access to operate in the Keys. The debate has since dwindled on the pros and cons, and it looks like they are here to stay and sharing the roads with local taxi drivers in harmony.

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Screw the Screwworm Early 2017 What looked at one point likely to decimate the Lower Keys endangered Key deer population, the Screwworm, was

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The People’s Amphitheater Feb. 2, 2017 Where to build it, what to name it, who’s going to pay for it: the Key West Amphitheater came with lots of questions, some still unanswered, but it is built and they will come – including Eddie Money playing on New Year’s Eve. The amphitheater opened its doors in October, hosting the annual Headdress Ball, and also recently a Keys Strong benefit.

Eddie Money and other big names will be highlighting the venue in the upcoming year.

(Photo is engineer’s rendering)

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The End of Wet Foot Dry Foot and start of Cuba travel Early 2017 The end of Wet Foot Dry Foot and the opening of Cuba to “people to people” travel brought with it new challenges for the Keys. No longer are the days of political refugees escaping Cuba’s regime landing on the shores of the Florida Keys. And, with air and sea travel from the States to Cuba open (for the time being), new travel-based companies popped up in the Keys to help with the demand.

Please join us at our Wine & Wisdom Class from 5:30 - 7 pm Wednesday, January 10th: “Romancing the Rhône” $20/person, limited seating, RSVP a must: 305-294-2661.

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CLASSIFIEDS & LEGAL NOTICES 305.743.0844

K EY COLONY INN RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

OPEN JOB POSITIONS:

Restaurant Manager Wait Staff • Kitchen Staff Bartenders AMERISTAR CONTRACTING GROUP, GENERAL CONTRACTORS are seeking

qualified and skilled tradesmen with verifiable experience in carpentry, drywall and painting.

Immediate openings with excellent pay.

Please email qualifications, contact information and references to brielle@ameristargroup.com or fax them to 732 862 1143.

THEME: HEALTHY LIFESTYLE ACROSS 1. Hose woes 6. Bag to Coco Chanel 9. Dart 13. Dam 14. *Public health research org.

15. Pageant prize 16. Not slouching 17. Gershwin brother 18. Slide to open 19. *Exertion session 21. *Lack of this can lead to sickness and weakness 23. Partaker’s pronoun 24. E-mailed 25. Employment 28. Homemade swing seat 30. Wacko one 35. Second-hand 37. First rate 39. Crossbeam 40. International Civil Aviation Org. 41. *Blood pump 43. Military no-show 44. Editor’s insertion mark 46. Affect emotionally 47. Raise the roof 48. Lands 50. “Put a lid ____ ____!”

52. ____ and don’ts 53. Regular attendee 55. *Do it to fruits and veggies 57. *Important healthy lifestyle unit 61. Nonsensical 65. Courtroom excuse 66. Unit of absorbed radiation 68. Words to live by 69. Java cotton tree 70. Hot temper 71. Spot for waterline marks, pl.

72. Gaelic 73. Typographer’s measurement units 74. Speck in the ocean

DOWN 1. A whole bunch 2. Agrippina’s slayer 3. Affirm with confidence 4. GEICO’s mascot 5. Take the first steps 6. Hissy fit 7. *Fresh need 8. Irritate by rubbing 9. Certain Scandinavian 10. Take it easy 11. Pupil’s place 12. Memorial Day solo 15. “You should be ashamed!”

20. Heep of “David Copperfield” 22. Night spot 24. Washington post 25. *Jay Kordich’s favorite drink 26. Extinct Italic language 27. Soul patch or chin curtain 29. Fish eggs, pl.

31. Carhop’s load 32. Chewed 33. Convex molding 34. *Kettle____ 36. “Nobody ____ It Better” 38. Ireland, romantically 42. “____-and-true” 45. Mongolian monetary unit 49. Hawaiian dish 51. *Meditative Chinese exercise 54. Ghostlike 56. Tori, sing.

57. Have it and eat it too 58. Banned apple spray 59. “Loose ____ sink ships” 60. Piercing woodwind 61. 15th of March 62. “Go ____ it on the Mountain” 63. *Get moving and don’t remain this 64. C in COGS 67. *Biceps location

MARINA, BAR & GRILL NOW HIRING:

HOST/HOSTESS PREP/LINE COOKS CASHIER-DOCKHAND • Medical benefits available for full time • Paid vacation after one year APPLY IN PERSON: 1200 Oceanview Avenue (off 15th Street) Marathon • (305) 743-5317

Apply in person or call for details: Key Colony Inn-Marathon (305) 743-0100

Air Conditioning Service Technician / Installer Appliance Service Technician Competitive wages & benefits 100% medical • Matching 401K Vacation • Paid Holidays

Drug Free

Apply at:

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MARATHON GARBAGE SERVICE IMMEDIATE OPENINGS

for the following positions:

Truck Helpers CDL Drivers Diesel Mechanics Applicants must apply in person to be considered.

4290 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

F/T Experienced Medical Receptionist 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

for busy Medical Office in Tavernier.

Bilingual a plus but not required.

Benefits provided.

Please send resume to remotedatapro@gmail.com

COMMUNITY NEWS

KEYS WEEKLY / DECEMBER 29, 2017

BIG MONEY FOR THE

ELVES AT WORK

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he elves of the Presents in Paradise charity sort gifts and assemble bikes on Dec. 18 for the children of the Keys. The group served more than 100 kids this year ranging from infant to teenager. The elves are, in

no particular order, Sarah, Sabre, Jill, Isabel, Lucas, Mike, Greg, Alex, Kendra, Marly, Neal, Tim, Cami, Bonnie and David. (Not pictured: Jay C, Ivana, Amber and Maddox.)

— SARA MATTHIS/Keys Weekly

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hristmas comes early, and in the shape of a giant check for Wesley House Family Services, when Rhodes Plumbing partnered with the Florida Keys Contractors Association to generate a donation

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KIDS of $500. Presenting the check are Rhodes Plumbing owners Todd Childress, left, and Diane Rhodes, with FKCA President Chris Gratton, Jeanine Murray, and Wesley House’s Jeremy Wilkerson.

— CONTRIBUTED

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844

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 2016 Chevy Impala Fully loaded full power $14,990.

2013 Nissan Juke SI Fully loaded only 35000 miles $14,990.

2011 Toyota Avalon limited 38000 miles $15,490.

2014 KIA Cadenza Beauty!!! $16,490.

Service Department

NOW OPEN 2016 Jeep Renegade Limited Fully loaded low miles $17,590.

2016 Toyota Tacoma 4dr pickup 34000 miles $23,890.

2014 Chevy 1500 Silverado 1500LT 29000 miles $27,990.

2017 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4 SLT Fully loaded pickup 18000 miles $34,990.

All with low miles and ready for quick delivery!

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

EMPLOYMENT

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ALL YEARS! Junk or Used.

Cars - Vans - TrucksRunning or Not. 305-332-0483

Eperienced Help Only needed for all positions. Apply in person Mon-Fri 1011am at Sunset Grille & Raw Bar, Knights Key Blvd. Marathon

the 11 day of January, 2018 at 11 o’clock a.m., at 500 Whitedhead Street, Monroe County, 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:

BOAT SLIPS

125' Private Dock.

Great Location MM 74-75. Deep water canal. 5 min to Bay, 10 min to Ocean.

Elec/Water $15 per Foot. Call Lisa (305) 394-2758. Garage storage for vehicles also available call for details.

EMPLOYMENT

Open Job Positions: R e s t a u r a n t Manager, Wait Staff, Bartenders, Kitchen Staff, Apply in person or call for details: Key Colony Inn - Marathon (305) 743-0100 Valid FL Drivers License a Must!

Experienced Electrician and Helper - Keys Wide.

Call for details (305) 743-0399 Waiters & Waitresses.

All Shifts. Apply in Person, no phone calls.

Frank’s Grill, Town Square Mall, 11400 O/S Hwy, Marathon.

EXPERIENCED M A N A G E R S N e e d e d .

KEYS FISHERIES RESTAURANTMarathon.

Good Pay and Benefits Apply Within. EEO & Drug Free-3390 Gulfview Ave. P/T Medical Assistant needed for lower Keys offices. (305) 853-5151 for more info. Fl Ankle & Foot Institute.

DRIVERS, RIDERS & LABORERS NEEDED, Southernmost Furniture – Stop in at 905 U.S. 1, Big Coppitt, MM 10.5 from 9:30 – 5:30 No Phone Calls Please.

Now Hiring: SWEET SAVANNAH’S is now hiring for Afternoon and Evening shifts.

Please apply in person 8919 Overseas Hwy. Marathon

Get Well Paid and Trained.

Looking for Self MotivatedReliable Person to Work Outdoors, Must Have Vehicle.

Call (305) 304-7995 HOMES FOR RENT

1 BR 1BA Apartment, Upper MatecumbeUnfurnished. $1,600.

Mo.- $1,600. Deposit.

Includes Electricity, water, sewer.

Call Randy Selden, Century 21 Schwartz Realty (305) 4816732 randyselden@ mac.com RENTED DUCK KEY STILT HOME 3BR/2BA on dry lot. Long term.

Approx. $ 2 2 0 0 . 0 0/m o n t h .

3 0 5 - 4 81-1316 RENTE D HOMES FOR SALE

DUCK KEY - BRAND NEW 3BR, 2BA on dry lot. Consider owner finance, offers and/or trades. 305-481-1316 MARINAS WANTED

Simply Marinas. We Sell Marinas: Over 70 marinas transactions and 12,000 marina investors; low competitive rates. Visit our website: www.simplymarinas.com. Let’s discuss your marina.

Call me today: Michelle Ash, Broker, 305-439-9581 LEGAL NOTICES IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO. 44-2017-CA-73-M NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

BY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will, on

LEGAL NOTICES

TH

Lot 1, DODGE SUBDIVISION, according to the Plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 3 at Page 54, of the Public Records of Monroe County, Florida Parcel ID # 00328940-000100 Commonly known as: 1400 Bluefin Drive, Marathon, FL 33050 Pursuant to DEFAULT FINAL JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE entered in a case pending in said Court, the 22ND day of November, 2017 Style of which is: THEODORE C. WEILAND and LYN E. WEILAND Plaintiff, VS. KELLY J. WILLARD, CHAD J. WILLARD, THE UNITED STATES INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, and JOHN and JANE DOE as UNKNOWN TENANT(S) IN POSSESSION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY, et. al Defendant And the Docket Number of which is Number 44-2017-CA-73-M WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 21ST day of December, 2017.

KEVIN MADOK Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Shonta McLeod 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: December 29, 2017 and January 5, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No. 2017-DR735-K Division: Family IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: CARLOS VAZQUEZ, Petitioner, and ELIZABETH PASCACIO, Respondent, NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE TO: ELIZABETH PASCACIO Respondent’s last known address Calle 30 de Septiembre #19 Col. Ano de Juarez, Cuautla, Morelos Guia Estafeta 0520178400, Mexico YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on CARLOS VAZQUEZ, whose address is 538 WHITE STREET, APT. 2, KEY WEST, FL 33040, on or before JANUARY 15, 2018, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 500 WHITEHEAD STREET, SUITE 101, KEY WEST, FL 33040, before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.

Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request.

You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future

LEGAL NOTICES

LEGAL NOTICES

papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk’s office.

FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.

WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.

Dated this 7th day of December, 2017 Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Brittiny B. Dudley Deputy Clerk

The date of first publication of this notice is December 22, 2017.

Publish: December 15, December 22, December 29, 2017 and January 5, 2018

Personal Representative: SCOTT GRENFELL, c/o Annesser & Chaiken, PLLC 2525 Ponce De Leon Blvd., Suite 625 Coral Gables, FL 33134

The Weekly Newspapers

Counsel for Personal Representative:

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 2017-CP000125-P IN RE: The Estate of FREDERICK J. GRENFELL, Decedent.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the Estate of Frederick J. Grenfell, Decedent, whose date of death was August 17, 2017, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida Probate Division. The address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, Plantation Key, FL 33070. The name and address of the Personal Representative appointed by the Court and the Personal Representative’s attorney is set forth below.

All creditors of the Decedent and other persons having claims or demands against Decedent’s Estate, upon whom a copy of this notice is required to be served, must file their claims with this Court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE

ANNESSER & CHAIKEN, PLLC 2525 Ponce De Leon Blvd., Suite 625 Coral Gables, FL 33134 Telephone: (786) 600-7446 Facsimile: (786) 6073022

By Brian W. Chaiken, Esquire Florida Bar No.: 118060 Publish: December 22 & December 29, 2017 The Weekly Newspapers

The Weekly Newspapers are in full compliance with Chapter 50 of the Florida State Statutes on Legal and Official Advertisements.

The Weekly Newspapers are distributed from Key Largo to Key West. Call (305) 743-0844, Fax (305) 7430866 or E-mail: anneke@ keysweekly. com.

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 HOUSEKEEPER needed for a small resort in Marathon.

20-30 Hrs. Must be able to work weekends.

AMERISTAR CONTRACTING GROUP, GENERAL CONTRACTORS are seeking

(305) 433-1255 for more info.

qualified and skilled tradesmen with verifiable experience in carpentry, drywall and painting.

44 yrs. Established Diving Center and Vocational School has Immediate opportunity for a USCG licensed individual. Full or part time positions are available. Responsibilities include vessel operation, scheduling, maintenance and customer relations. USCG Master License required. Dive master certification preferred or will train.

HALLS DIVING CENTER AND CAREER INSTITUTE –MARATHON CALL 305-743-5929 For application and to arrange interview with Bob Brayman or Randy Botteri

To Load and Unload Scaffolds throughout the Florida Keys. Must be reliable, in good shape and have valid DL. Call 305 852-4962 for details or Apply in Person 94775 Overseas Hwy-Key Largo

Outside Sales Representative

TO PRODUCTIVE LOWER KEYS REALTOR

Seeking self-motivated, dynamic individual for the position of Treasury Management Sales Representative II. Responsibilities include sales and servicing of Credit Card Processing, Remote Deposit, ACH, Online Banking and additional Business Banking products. Sales experience a must. Reliable transportation required.

Must have strong customer service skills, strong computer, organizational-phone skills, professional appearance & car.

Job includes transaction management, behind scenes support, 30-35 hours per week.

Apply online at KeysBank.com/careers

Email resume to: bigpinekey33043@yahoo.com

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Keys Auto Center is now part of the Warren Henry Auto Group. "Automotive News: Best Dealership to work for" for five years in a row!

We are now hiring for the following positions:

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PUT YOUR CAREER IN GEAR! 1618 N. Roosevelt Blvd • Key West, FL 33040 • 305-294-5126 EOE/ADA

Call Luis (305) 743-0844

JOB OPENINGS The Hyatt Place

Sweet Savannah’s Bake Shop

Engineer • Banquet servers Night auditor • Room attendants Front desk host

is now hiring for Afternoon & Evening Shifts.

Excellent benefit package

Please Apply In Person 8919 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

at the Faro Blanco Resort in Marathon is hiring

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Apply on line at Spottswood.com/careers

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES The Hammocks at Marathon

Teller Customer Service Representative Administrative Assistant Maintenance Technician Outside Sales-Treasury Management Rep Vacation, Sick and Holiday Pay for F/T employees; Comprehensive Health/Dental Plans; Short/Long Term Disability; 401K, 401A & Profit-Sharing; Plans Free Life Insurance; Educational Reimbursement.

www.keysbank.com/careers

FULL TIME JOB OPPORTUNITIES $250 Sign-On Bonus!

• Front Desk Clerk-relief Audit • Maintenance Supervisor • Maintenance Shift Technician • Activities Supervisor

GREAT BENEFITS: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 4 weeks’ vacation, 401k match & much more.

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

Member FDIC/Equal Housing Lender EOE-M/F/V/D

We Buy Gold Locally!

AGENTS NEEDED, WE PROVIDE LEADS DAILY As a technology brokerage, we will provide you:

• A Pipeline of Business from Day 1 • New Exclusive Leads Daily.

As Many as You Can Handle, Yes-Seriously

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• Marketing Automation Training • Training on Future Proofing Your Career in Real Estate

Cash Flow Jewelry and Pawn

• Access to our Proprietary Artificial Intelligence Software

The number of agents we are accepting is limited and applicants will be evaluated on a first come first serve basis.

Contact Natalia Boblitt to Schedule a confidential interview.

(786) 712-2892 • www.flkeysliving.com/join/

Townsquare Mall Marathon

JOB OPENINGS FOR Maintenance Assistant needed for busy non-profit. FT with benefits.

Long-term position w/room for growth.

Valid DL required. Must have maintenance or related experience, computer skills and relate well with people. Very physical position, heavy lifting, heat, etc.

Drug-free workplace, EOE. Please send resume and cover letter to fkoc4homeless@cs.com. No phone calls.

PAINTERS AND LABORERS CARPENTER-CARPENTER'S HELPER FOREMAN AND CONSTRUCTION SUPERINTENDENT PAY BASED ON EXPERIENCE PLEASE SEND RESUME OR WORK HISTORY TO JAIME@CORNERSTONECONSTRUCTION.NET 88701 O/S HWY, TAVERNIER (305) 852-4185

Detention Records Assistant

Applicants required working various shifts, including weekends and Holidays at the Monroe County Detention Facility. Job requirements: Type 25 wpm and clerical skills and ability to multi-task.

Starting salary $31,046.00.

Emergency Communications’ Radio System Technician Marathon Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is seeking an applicant that can perform daily operations of the Communications Shop. Responding to tasks, scheduling work, ordering parts and supplies, perform repairs and maintenance on radios and 800 MHz radio systems.

Vocational or Technical School preferred or 3-5 years of experience in the RF repair field. FCC General Radio phone License and Amateur Radio License is preferred.

Starting Salary is 43,242.00.

Applicants must fill out preliminary application at www.keysso.net

Please email resumes to cslebodnick@keysso.net or fax resumes to (305) 292-7159.

Applicants may contact Charles Slebodnick at (305) 292-7044. EEO/AAP

BOOKS

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THREE WRITERS, ONE EVENING BOOKS & BOOKS HOSTS MEET THE AUTHORS

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ere’s your chance to meet three Key West authors in one evening. Books & Books at the Studios of Key West will host Bob Bowersox, Kenneth D. Michaels and Hays Blinckmann at its Meet the Authors event on Jan. 4 at 6 p.m.

SATURDAY

dec 30

GLO GLO 6PM TILL END OF FIREWORKS

Fireworks start at 9pm from a barge in the waters off the Marriott Beachside beach in the gulf.

Complimentary Family friendly “Glo items and face painting for kids”

Blinckmann is an artist and writer with bachelor’s degrees from Tufts University and The Museum School, both in Boston. After a 20-year career with oil painting, with numerous gallery shows in Key West and New England, she changed careers after writing her first novel, “In The Salt,” and now is a fulltime feature writer for The Keys Weekly newspaper. She lives in Key West with her husband and two sons.

Bowersox has written journalism, fiction and drama, but his concentration for the past 20 years has been writing for the screen and stage.

He’s written eight screenplays, several of which have won awards in prestigious competitions, including the Nicholl Fellowships, the Austin Film Festival, and the American Screenwriting Awards. One has been optioned for production. His recent plays, “Person of Interest,” “Moment of Grace,” “The Signature of Fear” and “The Return,” received their world premieres on the professional stage of Key West’s Red Barn Theatre. He lives and writes in Key West, where he is working on two new plays.

Michaels is the literary-award-winning author of the Gay Detective series.

“The Gay Detective: Nick and Norm in Chicago,” the first book of the series, won the Reader Views Award and the International Readers’ Favorite contest.

He was also a Best Book Award finalist and has been a featured author at Key West’s Authors’ Book Fair. He lives in Key West, whose motto of “One Human Family” he incorporates into his writing.

— Contributed

MUSIC BY DJ TOP JIMMY FOOD SALES DONATED TO: TAKE STOCK IN CHILDREN 3841 N Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL 33040 | 305.296.8100

We are pleased to be the leading environmental services provider for Monroe County.

We have rolloff dumpsters and portable toilets to assist with rebuilding and repair for those affected by the storm.

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The Key West Weekly is proud to partner with Key West High School faculty and students in choosing “The Student of the Week.” Recipients are chosen on qualifications ranging from academic standing, athletics, outstanding achievements, community involvement, individuality and moral fortitude. We thank our future leaders and KWHS for allowing us to share in a weekly dose of “Conch Pride” and congratulate all of the outstanding students of the week.

We Love Our Locals!

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LATE NIGHT TAPAS MENU & 2 FOR 1 HAPPY HOUR

WHEN SEATED BY 6:30PM (LOCAL ID REQUIRED)

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What organizations and activities are you involved with at Key West High School and why are they important to you? I am involved in Executive Board and Mu Alpha Theta. These clubs are important to me because they allow me to keep an active role in my school, and also make me look good to colleges.

KITCHEN OPEN TILL: 11PM

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ENTERTAINMENT NIGHTLY 5-9PM

Local entertainers such as Carman Rodriguez, Michael Thomas, Rob DiStasi, Michael Emerson and Bobby Nesbit

2 for 1 Happy Hour

Enjoy your choice of over 25 different wines by the glass

Daily 5-7pm

Who has been your biggest inspiration at Key West High School and why? My biggest inspiration at Key West High School has been Ms. Blythe, even though she is no longer here. She had me for all four years until she left, and she always pushed me to try my best and out of my comfort zone.

Plus Free entrée on your birthday

www.TavernNTown.com Reservations 305.296.8100

What class has best prepared you for life after high school? I think Coach Chaz’s AP Government/AP Macro class is best preparing me for life after high school. The class is fast paced and there is a lot of work. It is giving me a good idea what college will be like.

Join us on Facebook for our Daily Specials www.facebook.com/TavernNTown

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tus Crew!

Where the Locals eat!

Closed New Year ’s Day!

What is your favorite social media, why, and whom do you follow? Intagram, because it allows me to see what is going on locally and nationally. I follow my friends and people who inspire me.

J o in U s F o r L u n c h or Happy Hour!

What do you want to be remembered for at Key West High School? I would hope it would be for how I am always willing to help other students to the best of my ability.

Check Out our Brand New Happy Hour from 3-5!

What three things do you want to accomplish before your 10-year high school reunion? A degree in civil engineering, a job at a firm as an engineer, and to be financially stable.

Tuna Tataki - $8.00 Buffalo Shrimp - $5.99 Tempura Chicken - $5.99 Calamari - $6.99

Do you think you will make the Keys your permanent home? Why or why not? I guess it depends on if I find a place I like better, and if I could find a good job here after I graduate.

Peel & Eat KW Pinks ½ lb $7.99, 1 lb. $15.99

(305) 743-9181

Open Mon-Sat 11 – 5 6950 O/S Hwy, Marathon MM 51 Bayside

What advice would you give to underclassmen? Take the AP and DE classes, but know that they will be a lot of work and that these classes aren’t a joke.

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Finish this sentence: Living in the Keys has taught me… how to be a part of a group, no matter big or small.

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (“RFQ”) FOR

CODE ENFORCEMENT SPECIAL MAGISTRATE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that soliciting qualifications from licensed Florida attorneys to provide services in accordance with City of Marathon Ordinance 2017-03 and Florida Statutes Chapter 162.

The City is seeking the services of qualified individuals interested in providing Special Magistrate services for the City. The Special Magistrate shall serve a term of one (1) year from the date of appointment by the Marathon City Council. Special Magistrates may be reappointed for an additional one (1) year term at the discretion of the Council. There shall be no limit on the number of terms a person may serve as a Special Magistrate.

To be considered, please submit three (3) sealed statements of qualifications (“Qualification Package”) in one sealed envelope entitled “RFQ # 122217DC - Special Magistrate” to the City Clerk, 9805 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida 33050 by 11:00AM on Friday, January 19, 2018. Late submittals and facsimile or email submissions will not be considered. The respondent shall bear all costs associated with the preparation and submission. Information submitted in response to this RFQ will become the property of the City and is subject to Florida public records law.

RFQs shall be prepared, addressed and submitted in compliance with detailed instructions as set forth in the RFQ documents. RFQ packages may be downloaded from www.Demandstar.com or picked up at City Hall, 9805 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida, 33050. A RFQ package will be available for inspection at City Hall.

The City reserves the right to accept or reject any or all RFQs, to waive irregularities, technical errors and formalities, and to select a qualified firm to provide the Services as it deems will best serve the interest of the City.

Plantation Key Nursing Center

located in Tavernier, is seeking

Part-Time and Weekend Sales Associates WORK IN MARATHON'S LEADING WOMEN'S FASHION APPAREL STORE!

C.N.A.

Apply in person Gulfside Village Plaza 5800 Overseas Hwy, Marathon 305-743-5855

$500 Sign On Bonus to All New CNA Applicants

Marathon, Florida Keys

12 HR Shifts-Nights

F/T & P/T LPN and RN F/T Dietary Technician

We offer a competitive wage and benefits program.

To apply for position, Please submit your Resume to

BOL@PLANTATIONKEYNC.COM

HANDYMAN FOR BOAT MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR Handyman needed for maintenance and repairs on 37’ dive boat.

Must have experience and good references. Own your own tools.

Have reliable transportation and cell phone.

CONTACT BOB AT 305-743-5929 TO ARRANGE AND INTERVIEW.

Now Hiring for Breakfast Is looking for

Waiters & Waitresses

Accepting applications for all shifts Apply in person at

All Shifts

Apply in person, no phone calls.

42 Sexton Cove Rd. Key Largo. 4/3 Open water views of Blackwater Sound, open floor plan, 75' dock. $1,125,000.

Key West. In the heart of Old-Town. Unique multi-unit property: main house, in-law suite and 4 unit building (total of 6 income producing units). Onsite laundry room, full outdoor bathroom and back courtyard. Historic old charm with lots of potential.

YVETTE TOLEDO-BASTE Horizon Homes Realty Corp, 786-472-0626

Frank’s Grill, Town Square Mall 11400 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

Castaway Waterfront Restaurant 1406 Oceanview Ave, Marathon

PUZZLE SOLUTION

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LET’S DO BUSINESS - (305) 743-0844

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Great Prices, Good Service, Good People Joel & Bonnie Cadbury Licensed & Insured Lic # CAC056987

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REED PAINTING

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ARTIC TEMP, INC. Air Conditioning & Refrigeration

Residential, Commercial & Marine Ice Machine - Sales - Service Phone: (305) 743-5288

Floor & Wall Tiles Porcelain/Planks Marble Carpets Quartz & Granite Countertops

Fax: (305) 743-6887

We Do Installations!

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(Across from Beall’s Outlet)

289-3019

LEARN HOW TO DANCE Ballroom & Latin Dance Private & Group Lessons First Lesson Free!

Let our 40+ years of experience go to work for you!

For professional, competitive travel planning Call Debbie or Lani at 305 743 7575

Theo & Ganine’s DANCE CENTER

Business hours: MON-TUE-THU-FRI 9am to 4pm Appointments by request.

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Gift Certificates Available

COMMUNITY NEWS

KEYS WEEKLY / DECEMBER 29, 2017

SAVE THE DATE Friday, Dec. 29 • Art Guild of the Purple Isles meeting at 9:30 a.m. at Tavernier Elks Club, Tavernier.

Sunday, Dec. 31 • 108 Sun Salutations to welcome 2018 at 9 a.m. at The Perry Hotel, Stock Island.

GET 2 TICKETS TO PARADISE Eddie Money plays Key West Amphitheater on Sunday, Dec,.

31. Gates open at 3:30 followed by The Andy Westcott Band, Caffeine Carl and the Buzz. Money takes the stage at about 7 p.m. Tickets available at eventbrite.com.

Sunday, Dec. 31 • 12th Annual Key West Dachshund Walk at noon starting from Fleming and Whitehead streets.

• Eddie Money plays Key West Amphitheater. Gates open at 3:30 followed by The Andy Westcott Band, Caffeine Carl and the Buzz, and Money at 7:15 p.m.

• Fireworks display at midnight over Blackwater Sound, Key Largo • Beach party, culminating in fireworks, Morada Bay Beach Café at MM 81.6, Islamorada.

• For your midnight Key West toast, choose among the Conch Shell Drop at Sloppy Joe’s Bar on Duval Street; the Red High Heel Drop with Sushi the Drag Queen at the Bourbon St. Pub; the Pirate Wench Drop at the Historic Seaport; and the Key Lime Wedge in a Margarita Glass drop at the Ocean Key Resort.

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Jan. 5-7 Wounded Warrior ride thorugh the Florida Keys. Community ride on Saturday from Bayview park at 12:45 p.m. See page 38 for cheer stops.

Friday, Jan. 5 • Free movie: “Despicable Me 3” at 7 p.m. at Bayview Park, Key West.

Jan. 6-7 • Florida Keys Celtic Festival at Marathon Community Park.

Jan. 8 – Feb 13 • Montagnards of Vietnam exhibit at Key Largo Library Community Room.

Opening Event at 6:30 p.m.

Monday, Jan. 8 • Key West Garden Club movie “Quatre Temps” at 4:30 p.m. at The Studios of Key West.

Wednesday, Jan. 10 • Acoustic duo Hungrytown from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Key West library.

Thursday, Jan. 11 • Acoustic duo Hungrytown from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Marathon library.

We know a lot of things are hard right now.

But seeing a doctor shouldn’t be one of them.

Our office near Marathon is now seeing new and current patients. If you or someone in your family needs to see a doctor, it may be easier than you think. Board-certified family medicine physician Pasquale Dell’Api, D.O., is here for you in our Big Pine Key office and is making appointments available quickly.

We make it convenient to see our providers. Our specialists in family medicine, OB/GYN, gastroenterology and orthopedics often have same- and next-day appointments available.

With offices in Big Pine Key and Key West, we are close to where you live and work.

To schedule your appointment, visit KeysMedicalGroup.com or call a location below.

29755 Overseas Highway, Big Pine Key • 305-872-3735 3428 North Roosevelt Blvd., Key West • 305-294-1706

ONLINE SCHEDULING IS NOW AVAILABLE.

No need to wait! Online scheduling is now available with select providers at KeysMedicalGroup.com.

Florida Keys Family Medicine is now part of Keys Medical Group.

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Marathon Garbage Service, Inc. 305-743-5165

Recycle Right in the Florida Keys

We will only pick up recy cling from the 64g bins just delivered or the 14-18 square buck ets that were previou sly distributed.

Recycle the following items Plastic Bottles & Containers #s 1 - 7 Plastic lids and caps are OK!

Paperboard Boxes Office Paper Newspapers Magazines Catalogues Phone Books Aluminum & Metal Cans Clean foil and foil containers Paperback book Junk Mail Cereal Boxes Corrugated Cardboard Paper Milk, Juice and Soup Cartons Glass Bottles & Jars

(green, brown & clear only – no lids)

Pick-Up Day

Knights Key

Tuesday

11th - 30th Ocean Side 12th- 52nd Gulf Side

Thursday

48th St Ocean - 74th St Ocean Side Wednesday 60th, 61st, & 70th Gulf Side 75th - 117th Ocean & Gulfside Behind Airport & Aviation Including Stirrup Key

Friday

Sombrero Beach Road

Wednesday

Sombrero Blvd & Flamingo Island

Thursday

Vaca Cut- Coco Plum

Saturday

Grassy Key, Duck Key, & Conch Key

Saturday

Key Colony Beach

Tuesday

Long Key - Layton

Thursday

For the week of New Year’s, pickups scheduled for Monday will be Tuesday, pickups scheduled for Tuesday will be Wednesday, pickups scheduled for Wednesday will be Thursday.

Friday & Saturday schedules will remain the same.

Wishing you a Bright and Prosperous New Year!

These items

(emptied and rinsed)

Recycle Schedule Location

There will be no pickups on New Year’s Day Monday, January 1st.

Let’s Keep the Keys Clean!

will not be accepted

Paper Plates • Plastic Bags • Aerosol Cans Window Glass • Toys • Tires • Hoses • Dishes Styrofoam • Ceramics • Oil Containers