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The year the Florida East Coast Railroad was a defendant in a federal trial alleging Henry Flagler’s company engaged in slave kidnapping. An archived article in the Washington Post describes how about 4,000 slaves “built Florida” 50 years after the Civil War, coerced through the unethical practices of “convict leasing” or “debt peonage.” The railroad prevailed in the case.

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he owners of Skipjack Resort & Marina have an interesting proposal for the City of Marathon: Let them take 109 rooms at the resort, convert them into affordable housing units, and then sell off the transient rental rights to build more hotel rooms.

While that’s a familiar scenario in the Florida Keys right now, as permits for new construction dwindle, it diverges in two ways.

One, the affordable housing units might be very small, as small as a basic hotel room. Two, it would require the city to change its Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Regulations to allow for higher densities — 25 units per acre — in a Mixed Use Zone.

“This allows hotels and motels to develop affordable housing within their existing room structures, without losing density.

It only takes a very short period of time to renovate a hotel room into an apartment that would be deed restricted,” said Barbara Mitchell of Mitchell Planning and Design, who pitched the idea to the council on March 26 for her client, Republic Investment which owns Skipjack Resort. “If we go through the rezoning process, we lose the primary benefit of what we are trying to accomplish — which is immediate relief for the affordable housing shortage.”

Whether the property is rezoned, or the comp plan and LDRs is revised, either would have to be approved by the state Department of Economic Opportunity in Tallahassee.

Republic Investment’s Darren Smith, who also lives in Marathon, said the affordable housing situation in Marathon is “dire.”

“I live here. I know,” he said.

“If we get the approval to do this, I can have some units up and ready within 90 days, not

the year and a half it takes for new construction,” Smith said. “After the storm, we asked ourselves, ‘What’s the highest and best use for the asset? And what’s best for the community?’ We think this is it.”

Skipjack has 150 units spread over eight buildings on the north side of the Florida Keys Country Club golf course.

The units include studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments.

About 40 are privately owned condos, with uses ranging from fulltime residency to short-term rentals. Republic

ON THE COVER Jonathon, pitching for the Art Studio unloads a fastball at the opening of Little League season on April 1 in Marathon. For more photos, see page 8. BARRY GAUKEL/Keys Weekly

While self-funded projects get off the ground much easier and faster, tax-credit projects come with a state-backed guarantee that the rents will actually be affordable.

Marathon Mayor John Bartus doesn’t object to the small quarters.

“A lot of Marathon’s jobs are in the service industry. I don’t think the tenant cares about a dishwasher; they care if they have a roof over their heads at a reasonable cost,” Bartus said.

“I am willing to move forward and check out this possibility to see if it will work with fractional allocations.”

Republic Investment would have to request the affordable housing building allocations from the City of Marathon. The allocations are almost gone ahead of the 2023 deadline imposed by the state, when there will be no more market rate or affordable housing allocations for new construction.

And of the 300 “new” allocations granted by then-Gov. Rick Scott after Hurricane Irma, all but 60 are spoken for. Right now, Keys governments work on a first-come, first-served basis. Once a project is approved, and the allocations granted, the developer removes his share from the pool and begins to build. (That’s because some deals fall through, and the allocations are returned to the pool.)

MICRO-LIVING? Council to hear plan to convert hotel rooms into affordable housing THE CURRENT DENSITIES FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN MARATHON: Residential High Zone: 15-25 units/acre Residential Mobile Home Zone: 25 units/acre Mixed Use Zone: 15 units/acre Investments owns the remaining units.

Some members of the Marathon City Council had reservations about turning hotel rooms into affordable housing. Councilman Mark Senmartin questioned the square footage of the hotel rooms. “I don’t see 325 square feet as being sufficient. I think we need to stick to the city’s standard of a minimum of 375 square feet.”

Smith said that’s not a problem because some of the villas have still not been completely renovated.

“It’s a blank slate for us. We can remodel these in such a way as to be 375 square feet or 425 square feet,” he said, adding it’s a simple matter to install kitchens. “Whatever we have to do, to accommodate any requirement, we will do. We would be funding the project ourselves, and we already have contractors in place ready to start the work.”

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CORRECTION The Army Corps of Engineers has extended the public comment on the Lake Okeechobee System Operating Manual (LOSOM). The correct date is Monday, April 22.

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The Marathon varsity basketball team took on the Marathon high school alumni in a basketball game March 28 to raise money for the team’s basketball camp this summer. The alumni team came out strong and held a solid lead through the first half, but youth prevailed, as the varsity closed the lead and won the game in the final seconds. “It’s nice to see some of my former players come out and still try to show off what they have left in the tank,� said varsity head coach and game official Kevin Freeman. “We had a couple guys from the '90s playing tonight.� The varsity won 107105. — Weekly Staff report BARRY GAUKEL/Keys Weekly 1. Nyran Ross goes up against a towering Jackson McDonald.

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2. Alum Eric Armstrong (blue) drives around Carlos Roque.

3. Steven Hernandez stops to help an old guy up.

4. The big guys go for the ball, from left, Steven Hernandez, Parker Konrath, Tyrell Williams, Carlos Roque and Bernye Estevez.

5. Alum Nyran Ross with a nolook pass under pressure from the Marathon varsity.

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6. The varsity and alumni pose for a post-game photo.

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MARATHON WEEKLY / APRIL 4, 2019

MARTIN NAMED NEW MHS ATHLETIC DIRECTOR

City of Marathon City Council Agenda

Marathon Council Chambers, 9805 Overseas Hwy., Marathon Tuesday, April 9, 2019 5:30 P.M. (* Denotes Item Is Passed By Consent Upon Approval Of Agenda) Public Comments taken on all items and at 6:30pm time certain for items not on the agenda or as soon as possible thereafter or after the last agenda item; whichever comes first.

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\City Council Items *A. Approval of Minutes B. Monroe County Sherriff’s Office Return of Unspent Funds C. Keys 100 Race Request for May 18th-19th D. Autism Awareness Month E. National Safe Boating Week Proclamation (Mayor Bartus) F. Child Abuse Prevention Month G. Community Announcements

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ance Martin has been named the new athletic director at Marathon High School. He is replacing Teresa Konrath who has held the position for 12 years, and who will be staying at the school in an Lance Martin instructional capacity.

“I can’t wait to get going,” Martin said.

“It’s going to be great with our new athletic complex. I am watching it take shape from my classroom window every day.”

Marathon High School is currently under construction — a $12 million project to install a new full-size track, move the football field, add parking, and elevate the existing ball fields.

Martin will earn a combined $69,000 as a “teacher on special contract” plus the athletic director stipend. Currently he teaches in the middle school and high school, but won’t have any classroom duties next year when he assumes the job.

Martin was the head MHS football coach from 2002 to 2013. He also spent a few years as the head baseball coach and has coached tennis. In 2019, he is cocoaching the track team alongside James Murphy.

“Lance Martin was chosen from a pool of great candidates. He comes to the position with teacher, head coach, and assistant athletic director experience,” said MHS Principal Wendy McPherson. “He has some very big shoes to fill but I am confident he can handle the position. He will be cross-training for the rest of this year.”

Martin has a bachelor's degree in social studies from the University of Pennsylvania, and has professional certifications in social science, physical education and exceptional student teaching. He has taught in the Monroe County School District since 2002.

“We welcome Lance Martin to the Marathon High School leadership team,” said Monroe County School District Superintendent Mark Porter. “He is an outstanding candidate who was selected from a field of many strong candidates through a thorough selection process.”

In all there were 22 applicants, including MHS teachers James Murphy and David Hare. Applicants within the Monroe County School District received extra consideration based on performance reviews and the number of years they have taught in the Keys.

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MHS STUDENT NAMED TO STATE BOARD

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arathon High School’s Maizie Egan has been selected to attend the National Student Leadership Summit in Indianapolis in July, on behalf of the Florida High School Athletic Association’s Student-Athlete Advisory Committee. Egan will be joined by three other students.

In addition, Egan will use the skills she learned this year through participation in the Student Athlete Advisory Committee at the Florida StudentAthlete Leadership Seminar at West Port High School, also in July. She will sit on a studentathlete panel and discuss issues affecting student-athletes with Craig Damon, associate executive director for Compliance and Eligibility Services.

“She is a true asset to the SAAC and we can’t wait to see how she develops as a leader at these conferences,” said MHS Athletic Director Teresa Konrath.

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City Manager Report A. City Seal Update (Migut) B. Parks and Recreation Report C. Public Works Report D. Wastewater Utility Report Ordinances (To be continued) A. Ordinance 2019-06 - Consideration Of An Ordinance To Amend The City Of Marathon Comprehensive Plan Modifying Chapter One, “Future Land Use,” Table 1-1, “Future Land Use Densities And Intensities,” To Provide For Affordable Housing Repurposing Units; Providing For Severability; Providing For The Repeal Of Conflicting Provisions; Providing For The Transmittal Of This Ordinance To The State Department Of Economic Opportunity; And Providing For An Effective Date Upon The Approval Of This Ordinance By The State Department Of Economic Opportunity.

B. Ordinance 2019-07 - Consideration Of An Ordinance To Amend The City Of Marathon Land Development Regulations, Chapter 103, Article 3, “Use And Intensity Tables, Table 103.15.1, “ Uses By Zoning District,” To Provide For Affordable Housing Repurposing Units; And Providing For Severability; Providing For The Repeal Of Conflicting Provisions; Providing For The Transmittal Of This Ordinance To The State Department Of Economic Opportunity; And Providing For An Effective Date Upon The Approval Of This Ordinance By The State Department Of Economic Opportunity Quasi-Judicial Public Hearings A. Resolution 2019-33, Consideration Of A Request For An Amendment To A Conditional Use Permit For Blue Water Resort Hospitality, LLC In Coordination With Marathon Hospitality LLC, Pursuant To Chapter 102, Article 13 Of The City Of Marathon Land Development Regulations (Code) Entitled “Conditional Use Permits,” For The Addition Of A Drive Through As Part Of The Redevelopment Of The Properties As A Hotel/Motel Resort, Located At 2222 Overseas Highway, Which Is Legally Described As Part Of Lot 2, And Bay Bottom Adjacent To Lot 2, Key Vaccas, Marathon, Florida, Having Real Estate Number 00102730-000000; And Located At 2146 Overseas Highway, Which Is Legally Described As Part Of Lot 2, And Part Of Old State Road 4A, Key Vaccas, Marathon, Florida, Having Real Estate Number 00102810-002000. Nearest Mile Marker 48.

Resolutions for Adoption A. Resolution 2019-34, Authorizing A “Sole-Source” Purchase Pursuant To The City’s Purchasing Policies And Procedures And Approving The Purchase of two Eqovua, DAVCO, Forty-X Disc filters for Service Area 3 WWTP In An Amount Not To Exceed $380,000.00; Authorizing The City Manager To Enter Into Agreements In Connection Therewith, Appropriating And Expending Budgeted Funds; And Providing For An Effective Date *B. Resolution 2019-35, Approving Change Order No. 1 To Contract Between The City And Discount Rock & Sand, Inc. In The Original Amount Of $1,343,241.00 For The Reconstruction of Sombrero Beach From Hurricane Irma Damages; Increasing The Contract In An Amount Not To Exceed $157,400 For Construction Of The Exterior Wall In Lieu Of A Fence As Approved By FEMA For Hazard Mitigation, And Various Other Items; Authorizing The City Manager To Execute The Change Order And Expend Budgeted Funds On Behalf Of The City; And Providing For An Effective Date. *C. Resolution 2019-36, Providing An Amendment Document For Extension Of The Term Specified In Section 3, “Term” Of The Interlocal Agreement Between The City Of Marathon And Monroe County Transferring Affordable Housing Residential Dwelling Unit Allocations For An Approved Project In The Ownership Of Key Vaca LLC, To Be Located Between 4700 And 4800 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida On Properties Including Real Estate Numbers 00327110-000000, 00327120-000000, 00327130-000000, And 00327140-000000. Nearest Mile Marker 50; Rescinding Resolution 2017-107; And Providing For An Effective Date. *D. Resolution 2019-37, Providing An Amendment Document For Extension Of The Term Specified In Section 3, “Term” Of The Interlocal Agreement Between The Monroe County And The City Of Marathon Transferring Affordable Housing Residential Dwelling Unit Allocations For An Approved Project In The Ownership Of Crystal Cove Market Site LLC (Formerly HTG Crystal Cove), To Be Located 4900 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida On Properties Including Real Estate Numbers 00327150-000000, 00327910-000000, 00327920-000000, 00327990-000000, 00328000-000000, 00328010-000000, 00328020-000000, And 00328030-000000. Nearest Mile Marker 50; Rescinding Resolution 2017-106; And Providing For An Effective Date.

The public hearings will commence at 5:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as business permits, in the City Hall Council Chambers, 9805 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL. All interested persons are invited to attend the meeting and participate in the discussion; or, written comments may be sent to the City of Marathon, c/o City Clerk, 9805 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050. Pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, if a person decides to appeal any decision made by the City Council with respect to any matter considered at such hearing or meeting, one will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose that person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made; such record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. ADA Assistance: Anyone needing special assistance at the City Council hearing due to disability should contact the City of Marathon City Attorney at (305) 289-4130 at least five days prior thereto.

Please contact the City Clerk at clavierd@ci.marathon.fl.us if you would like to receive any of the items on the agenda by email.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

MARATHON WEEKLY / APRIL 4, 2019

Flagpole erected on Indian Key in 1829. Brad Bertelli

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he first American flag to flap over the Florida Keys had 13 stripes and 24 stars. This flag flew from 1822 to 1836.

While the first staff to fly an American flag was raised in Key West in March 1822, the second seems to have been planted in the Middle Keys at Port Monroe.

On Feb. 10, 1823 it was noted in a Notice to Mariners, “The public is informed that this settlement was commenced, Nov. 19, 1822 by Joshua Appleby of New Port, Rhode Island, and John W. Fiveash of Norfolk, Va. Immediately at the west of the Key (Vaca), which lies latitude 21, 41 N., is the settlement, which there is a flag staff erected.”

A third staff was raised at Indian Key some years later. Reflecting the idea that people in the Florida Keys need little reason to celebrate, the following observation was recorded in the Key West Register on April 6, 1829, regarding the installation of a flagpole.

“The citizens of the Key were joined by a number of wreckers and smackmen and the staff was raised amidst the shouts of the multitude assembled on the occasion. A remarkable occurrence took place — persons who had climbed to the top of the staff, up to the height of 40 feet, after drinking several toasts, threw the glasses to the ground, which fell without breaking or fracturing any of them.”

Brad Bertelli is curator of the Keys History & Discovery Center.

LITTLE LEAGUE BEGINS The Little League season has begun; with five divisions and 20 teams, there is fun for kids at every level and all ages. Chapman & Cardwell’s second baseman Danny, top, slides in safe on a passed ball as pitcher Jonathon covers home plate. The Art Studio’s George, bottom, takes a swing with Cam catching behind the plate. BARRY GAUKEL/Keys Weekly

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EYE ON TALLAHASSEE

50/50 BILL, CITIZEN INSURANCE BILLS IN COMMITTEE

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wo bills with implications in the Keys are seeing a bit of movement in Tallahassee. Prospects over their passage remain unknown, but the sponsor of the bills in the Florida Senate, Anitere Flores, is hopeful they’ll reach the finish line.

One of the bills addresses annual insurance rate increases for policyholders in Monroe County. Senate Bill 1476 relates to the Citizens Property Insurance Corporation, which was created in 2006 by the Florida Legislature as a nonprofit, tax-exempt, government entity. Its mission is to provide insurance protection to Florida policyholders who are entitled but unable to find property insurance coverage in the private market.

Customers include Florida home, business and condominium owners as well as property owners.

The legislation would cap annual rate increases for policyholders in Monroe County at 5 percent the next two years, January 2020 to January 2022. Now, rate hikes can go as high as 10 percent. Filed at the beginning of legislative session in early March, the bill passed through the Senate Community Affairs Committee on April 2 and now sits in the Rules Committee. A related bill in the House was filed by state Rep. Holly Raschein at the beginning of session.

For years, Flores said, the Citizens Property Insurance Corporation has been over-profiting from Monroe County — an area that’s still picking up the pieces following Irma. Flores says the numbers don’t lie, as Citizens has received $805 million more in premiums from Keys residents than claims paid since 2004. A bill analysis and fiscal impact statement says premiums paid to Citizens by Monroe County policyholders would be reduced by an estimated $295 million over the two years the 5 percent cap would be in effect.

“The current leadership at Citizens Property Insurance Corporation, they feel rates in Monroe County are too low,” Flores told the Weekly in a recent interview. “They point to studies that rates should go up by 45 percent in order to be sound. I point them to competing actuary studies that rates should be lower, and they ignore those (studies).”

Flores said the bill would provide muchneeded rate relief to Monroe County.

She said the bill’s only a temporary fix, as the 5 percent cap would only be for the next two years. However, Flores said she feels that her legislation would push insurance rates lower.

Another bill gaining a bit of movement in the state Senate deals with takings claims within areas of critical state concern. Filed on March 1, the bill got a unanimous 6-0 vote in the Senate Judiciary Committee. Legislation was forwarded to the Senate Community Affairs Committee, but it wasn’t considered during an April 2 meeting.

Under the bill, state and local government located in an area of critical state concern, like the Florida Keys, would share the judgments to defendants who are successful in property rights-related litigation. But that’s only if the court has found liability against the state and local government, the regulation restricting development or use was mandated by the state land planning agency and the regulation was adopted by the local government restricting development or use.

Flores, who introduced the bill in the Senate, says it would solidify a “handshake agreement” that’s existed for years between the state and Monroe County. As for the 50-50 split on judgments, Flores says there’s a case that the state should bear more of the cost.

“We’re in the kind of situation because of them,” Flores said. “There’s financial implications with that though, and getting a bill passed out of the legislature with a higher threshold for the state would be challenging.”

While the bill’s moving in the Senate, it hasn’t gained any traction in the House.

Flores says she’s unsure what the prospects are there.

“We will push to get it passed in the Senate, but it will be a little more challenging in the House,” she said.

STATUS ON KEY BILLS SB 720 and HB 525 — Renames Florida Keys Community College to The College of the Florida Keys. The bill is slated for consideration on Thursday, April 4 in the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Education. The bill passed the House with a 112-0 vote on March 27.

HB 771 and SB 816 — Requires counties and municipalities to address contamination of recyclable material in specific contracts; prohibits counties and municipalities from requiring the collection or transport of contaminated recyclables by residential recycle collections. The bill sits in the Senate Community Affairs Committee after gaining passage on March 26 in the Environment and Natural Resources Committee. Legislation in the House is in the State Affairs Committee.

SB 1666 and HB 1221 — Requires all persons to have a specific boating safety identification card in their possession before operating certain vessels and directs Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to conduct study of impacts of long-term stored vessels and certain anchored and moored vessels on local communities. The bill sits in the Senate Community Affairs Committee after recently gaining approval in the Environment and Natural Resources Committee. In the House, the bill was moved on March 26 to the State Affairs Committee.

HB 3169 — Provides $6 million appropriation for the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority Stock Island Reverse Osmosis Facility. The bill moved from the House Agriculture and Natural Resources Appropriations Subcommittee with a 9-0 vote to the Appropriations Committee on March 6. No further action has been taken.

HB 4737 — Provides $7.5 million for the Monroe County Emergency Operations and Public Safety Center.

The bill received unanimous support from the House Transportation and Tourism Appropriations Subcommittee March 7. The bill currently sits in the House Appropriations Committee.

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SAVE THE DATE Through April 6 • “La Cage Aux Folles” at 8 p.m.

Thursdays through Saturdays, Marathon Community Theatre.

Thursday, April 4 • Story time for toddlers and preschoolers at 10:30 a.m.; build a dulcimer with Bing Futch from 1 to 4 p.m.; music with Bing Futch from 6 to 7 p.m., Marathon library.

• Ned’s Wing Night at 6 p.m. at DAV, Marathon.

Friday, April 5 • Digital Day from 10 a.m.t o 4 p.m.; book club at 10:30 a.m. at Marathon library.

• Linedancing is back with Deb Nuby; 4-5-6 with Barbie Bell at 6 p.m. at DAV, Marathon.

April 6-7 • Island Fest from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Founders Park, Islamorada.

Saturday, April 6 • Seven Mile Bridge Run in Middle Keys; bridge closed to vehicular traffic from 6:30 to 9 a.m.

• Teen book club at 2:30 p.m.; chess for all levels from 4 to 6 p.m., Marathon library.

• Autism Society of the Keys fundraiser at 5:30 p.m. at Marriott Courtyard, Marathon.

Sunday, April 7 • Benefit for Raul Pavon at noon; Drawings and Queen of Hearts at 6 p.m at DAV, Marathon.

• Nature walk at 12:30 p.m. at Crane Point Hammock Museum, Marathon.

Monday, April 8 • Art class from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Acoustic Jam from 1 to 4 p.m., Marathon library.

Tuesday, April 9 • Karma yoga with Debra at 9 a.m. at Marathon Community Park amphitheater. $10 donation for nonprofit.

• Story time for babies and infants at 9:30 a.m., United Way tax assistance from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; and game time for all ages, experience to play “spades” from 4 to 6 p.m. at Marathon library.

• Whole food cooking class from 6 to 8 p.m. at Food For Thought, Marathon. $$ Wednesday, April 10 • Movie night — “Grown Ups” at 6 p.m. at Marathon library.

To see Keyswide events, sign up for The Weekly’s Friday e-mail blast at keysweekly.com.

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Capt. James Leo Allen

Patrick Terence McCarthy

Capt. James Leo Allen, 77, passed away Sunday, March 10, 2019 in Concord, N.C. Jim was born July 16, 1941 in Paterson, N.J. and spent many years in Neptune Township (Shark River), N.J., and more than 20 years in the Florida Keys, specifically Marathon.

He was a truck driver, an avid boater/fisherman, a commercial captain (10 ton), and a huge NASCAR fan.

Jim is survived by his wife, Joyce Allen, and two sons, Scott and Jamie, and five grandchildren.

He will be missed by many.

Hartsell Funeral Home of Concord is serving the Allen family.

Online condolences may be made at www. hartsellfh.com

Patrick Terence McCarthy passed away on March 21, 2019 in Marathon, Fla., at the age of 52.

Patrick was born to Patrick William McCarthy and Patricia Crampton McCarthy in Las Vegas, Nev. on April 22, 1966. He was the first-born child to Patrick and Patricia. The children of Patrick and Patricia were meant to have their parents’ namesakes, but were to be called by their middle names. To family, “Patrick” was “Terry.”

In junior high, he chose to be referred to by his first name and his friends called him “Pat.” “Terry” grew up in Las Vegas, where the family frequently boated and camped at Lake Mead — these memories were the fondest of all the family members throughout their lives. He was a happy, mischievous little boy, who always had a grin on his face. “Terry” spent his teenage years split between his parents in Arcadia, Calif., and Big Pine Key, Fla. His friends remember him as a charismatic, bold, fearless young man. Patrick’s first trade was as a skilled roofer, which he learned from his father, who learned from his father. He also built patio covers, performed general construction and was co-owner of Outta The Blue Marina in Marathon, Fla., where they were known for exceptional customer service and giving back to the community (before selling the marina to another party). Several months before he passed, he was eagerly learning the technology business. His work ethic was tireless.

He loved to spend time with his family, fish, surf, boat, explore, motorcycle ride and camp. He lived life on his terms and preferred hole-in-the-wall to fancy and enjoyed being one with the outdoors.

He was known as a good friend, someone you could turn to, and a hard worker. His family meant everything to him.

Pat was preceded in death by his father, Patrick William McCarthy, and his sister, Patrice Kareen Frost Barker. He is survived by his wife, Sandra Estrada; his mother, Patricia McCarthy; sister, Marie McCarthy Taylor; grandchildren, Oscar Gonzalez, Natalie Gonzalez, and Jonathan Aquino; his niece, Ashley Marie Juliano and his nephew, Addison Spencer Taylor. He is also survived by many cousins.

Patrick’s ashes will be spread in the two places that he loved, the waters surrounding the Florida Keys and Lake Mead, Nev. There will be an intimate boat ride to the sandbar to celebrate his life with family and close friends in the Florida Keys. In Southern California, there will be a memorial service at the Pasadena Nazarene Church, a Party of Life in his sister’s home in San Gabriel and a paddle out in Huntington Beach, Calif. Additionally, we will celebrate his life on the waters of Lake Mead, Nev., with family and close friends.

If you would like to make a donation in his honor, Florida Keys SPCA animal shelter was a place that was dear to his heart, where he volunteered and adopted his beloved dog, Frost. Florida Keys SPCA – Marathon Campus, 1055 Aviation Blvd., Marathon, Fla., 33050 – 305-743-4800

Ms. Dottie Ann Witt DeFillips Ms. Dottie Ann Witt DeFillips, 68, of Cleveland, Miss., passed away Monday, March 25, 2019, at her home. Visitation was March 29, 2019, at the First Presbyterian Church in Cleveland. A memorial service followed, at the First Presbyterian Church with Rev. Sid Harmon officiating.

Dottie was born in Milford, Ohio on July 18, 1950, to William (Billy) Witt and Kathleen Witt.

She married John Salvatore DeFillips in Marathon, Fla. She dedicated more than 20 years of her life to teaching in Florida. After her retirement, she moved to Cleveland where she would be close to family.

Dottie continued doing what she loved most, which was working with young children by being an assistant 3-K teacher at Presbyterian Day School in Cleveland. She was a member of EPHFIC Women’s Club in Cleveland, where she made new friends in Mississippi. Dottie enjoyed game nights with her friends in Florida, was an avid reader, loved to talk, always with a smile, and never met a stranger. She loved animals, especially her dog and two cats. Dottie left a lasting legacy through the many children she taught over the years, and fondly referred to them as “her kids.” These students in return adored her.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John Salvatore DeFillips; and her parents, William and Kathleen Witt.

Dottie is survived by her four sons, Matthew William DeFillips (Sydney) of Cleveland, Miss., Jason Scott Repasy of Fairview, N.C., Shawn Michael Repasy (Corrie) of Oxford, N.C., and Ryan Patrick Repasy of Hickory, N.C.; and grandchildren, Raylan, Sophia and Lucas Repasy.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to Presbyterian Day School (Cleveland, Miss.) or Kreative Kids Christian Academy (Marathon, Fla.).

To sign and view the online guestbook, please visit rayfuneralhome.net.

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7 Mile Bridge Run, Inc

Donations from 37th Annual 7 Mile Bridge Run 2018 MHS MHS MHS MHS MHS MHS MHS MHS MHS MHS MHS MHS MHS MHS MHS MHS MHS MHS MHS MHS

Athletic Department ........................................... $22,000 Football.................................................................. $6,000 Boys Soccer ........................................................... $2,500 Boys Basketball..................................................... $2,500 Baseball .................................................................. $2,500 Girls Soccer .......................................................... $2,250 Girls Volleyball ................................................... $2,250 Cross Country...................................................... $2,500 Track ...................................................................... $2,500 Weight-lifting ....................................................... $2,000 Boys Tennis .......................................................... $1,250 Girls Tennis .......................................................... $1,000 Girls Softball ........................................................ $2,500 Girls Basketball .................................................... $2,250 Swim Team ........................................................... $2,000 Cheerleading......................................................... $2,500 PE Department ..................................................... $2,000 Band ....................................................................... $2,000 Drama Club .......................................................... $1,000 Digital Design ....................................................... $1,500

MMS Student Government.......................................... $1,000 MMS Academic Challenge........................................... $500 Monroe County Educ Coalition................................. $1,500 Switlik Kindergarten – Mrs. Bryk .............................. $2,000 Switlik First Grade ....................................................... $1,000 Switlik Second Grade.................................................... $1,000 Switlik Third Grade ...................................................... $1,000 Switlik Fourth Grade .................................................... $1,000 Switlik Fifth Grade ........................................................ $850 Switlik Counseling ......................................................... $500 Switlik Science ................................................................ $500 Switlik Media Center .................................................... $2,000 Switlik Music................................................................... $1,500 Switlik Spring Musical .................................................. $1,000 Switlik Literacy .............................................................. $500 Switlik Jogathon............................................................. $2,000 KCB Fishing Derby ........................................................ $500 City of Marathon Fire Rescue .................................... $500 Southernmost Runners Club ....................................... $500 Marathon Community Theater .................................. $1,000

Marathon Yacht Club Educ Foundation .................. $1,500 Switlik – Mrs. Wonderlin............................................. $250 Switlik – Mrs. Collins.................................................... $250 Switlik – Mrs. Gonzalez................................................ $250 Switlik – Mrs. Ferrise .................................................... $250 Switlik – Intervention – Deb Masters ...................... $250 Mariners Hospital .......................................................... $250 Fishermen’s Hospital ..................................................... $250 KAIR ................................................................................ $250 Marathon Boosters – MMS Sports ............................. $6,000

Total Donations ..........

$94,850

In addition to donated entries to Mariners Hospital and KAIR

38th Annual 7 Mile Bridge Run Saturday, April 6, 2019 (Registered Runners Only!)

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MARATHON WEEKLY / APRIL 4, 2019

MICRO-LIVING? from page 4

A minivan was removed from a canal on Big Pine Key during the beginning phase of the project. The original 172-canal project is complete. Ten canals were added for sediment removal with a 60day timeline extension. CONTRIBUTED

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Canal cleanup finished early, under budget

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onroe County completed the removal of some 14,000 cubic yards of hurricane-related vegetative, construction and demolition debris from 172 Florida Keys ahead of schedule and under budget The cleanup cost $19.5 million, which is 43 percent of the $45.8 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS).

Monroe County submitted additional information and received approval for sediment removal projects at 10 canals with sedimentation caused by Hurricane Irma.These sediment removal projects fall under the initial funding and extend the schedule 60 days, moving the project to a 280-day revised completion date of May 20, 2019.

Work on those canals will start after the NRCS approves the specifications and plans, as well as local, state and federal permitting, said Rhonda Haag, Director of Sustainability, who oversaw the project. “Work is anticipated to begin in early April.”

The project had funding by an Emergency Watershed Protection grant from the NRCS, which approved which canals received the funding.

Monroe County is working on obtaining additional information for resubmittal of about 145 canals for marine debris and 24 for sediment removal. Those canals were not deemed eligible during the initial evaluation by NRCS. Crews from Adventure Environmental Inc. cleaned canals on Big Coppitt, Geiger, Saddlebunch, Sugarloaf, Cudjoe, Summerland, Ramrod, Little Torch, Big Pine, Conch, Tavernier, Key Largo, Islamorada, and Marathon. The debris was hauled to the mainland for proper disposal.

More information is at www.monroecounty-fl.gov/hurricaneirma.

— Contributed

And the jury’s still out on the extra 300 affordable allocations — a Marathon resident has challenged the city’s increase in affordable housing, on the grounds it could negatively affect safe hurricane evacuation. That case will go before an administrative judge on April 30 through May 3.

But fractional allocations could make allocations go further. For example, in Marathon a developer who is granted an affordable housing allocation can build anything between 375 and 1,800 square feet. It’s more profitable to build or rent a larger unit, based on the scarcity of building rights.

In the Florida Keys, only Key West has “fractional allocations” written into its Comp Plan. In other words, three small units with fractional allocations could equal two affordable housing allocations. Marathon has never asked the state Department of Economic Opportunity for the ability to grant fractional units. Such a request would also likely take months for approval in Tallahassee.

Councilman Dan Zieg said he prefers the Habitat for Humanity model and wants to be “judicious” in allocating the remaining affordable unit construction rights. Zieg and Councilman Mark Senmartin raised the impacts on wastewater and traffic if the Skipjack units are converted into full-time rentals.

“This is a new wrinkle for a developer to make more money,” said Zieg.

“I don’t see the city gets much out of it.”

Smith said if the changes to the Comprehensive Plan and LDRs are approved, he’s not sure what he would do with the transient rental rights.

Right now, they have a combined value of almost $9 million — or $80,000 per right for each new hotel room constructed — in the private market. The ability to sell transient rental unit rights incentivizes the developer to build affordable housing as another avenue for revenue.

“We would probably be looking for other sites in Marathon to transfer them to, and perhaps build a hotel,” Smith said.

The request will be heard again at the next meeting of the Marathon Council on Tuesday, April 9 at 5:30 p.m. at Marathon City Hall.

MASTER STORYTELLER Neile recounts stories from Sunshine State TIFFANY DUONG

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verything I tell you may not have happened, but everything I tell you is true,” says Caren Neile to her captivated audience at the Keys History & Discovery Center recently. As she tells different versions of the same stories — from France, Indonesia, Malawi and even here in the Florida Keys — Neile reminded the crowd: “The truth of these stories is not in the fine print. The truth of these stories is in the fact that they’ve been told for years.”

Neile is an affiliate professor of the Florida Atlantic University School of Communication and Multimedia Studies. And she’s a master storyteller. At a recent lecture at the Keys History & Discovery Center, Neile recounted some of her favorite short stories and tall tales from the Sunshine State.

“While the names may be different and the clothes are different, the stories are the same. These stories are told over and over again because they tell us who we are,” she said.

Everyone is glued to her words and movements, giddy with her perfectly timed transitions and breaks to the fourth wall. “Guys, it gets worse!” Neile makes a face as she leaves a pregnant pause for her audience to take it all in. They all nod eerily as she asks who’s written letters to the infamous Robert the Doll. In another story, Neile smacks on her fingers to emphasize the deliciousness of a particular food as her audience laughs along in delight. Neile immediately counters this with a story about a local man’s unhealthy obsession with a deceased beauty. Her audience cringes, not quite ready to hear what he does next.

“Stories are precious. Our lives are an overarching story, and an overlapping story,” Neile concludes, inviting attendees to share their stories.

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SO FRESH IT’S STILL FLIPPIN’ All in one: Keys Fisheries is a market, marina, restaurant and bar NELE KIRT

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t was past midday and the line outside the window of the main building was growing by the minute. Before placing their orders, people were busy creating colorful “names” for themselves based on a theme. On that particular day, it was “sea creatures” and at least one “mermaid” was called to the pickup window over the loudspeaker.

“Gary Graves is the man behind it all,” said Drew Kennelly, the manager of Keys Fisheries.

Graves had been working the other end of the fishing business — the fish house — for almost half a century when an extra space came available and he decided to open the restaurant and market in 2000.

Kennelly, who has been the general manager of the Fisheries for a couple of years, was proud to say that the place has the freshest fish in the Keys or, as the sign by the order window reads, “So fresh that the claws are click’n and the tails are flip’n.”

The catch is brought in daily by local fishermen and providers, from Key Largo to Key West. “We pay the fishermen well,” Kennelly said.

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The most famous sandwich on the menu, the Lobster Reuben, is Graves’ invention. The count of sandwiches is chalked on the blackboard — and now it’s over 313,754. Customers are invited to guess what the total will be at the end of the month to win a free Lobster Reuben and a T-shirt.

Stone crab season runs from Oct. 15 through the middle of May. At Keys Fisheries, they are available both on the dinner menu and in the retail market. The upstairs “Pickled Pelican” bar sells them for $3 per claw. The raw bar also offers oysters on the half-shell and delicious tuna sashimi. The happy hour is from 4 to 7 p.m. and bartenders pass around free “Sunset Shots” to be consumed, en masse, at the moment the sun disappears into the Gulf of Mexico. Every Friday, Saturday and

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Sunday a good dose of musical entertainment is added to the spectacular sunset.

The name of the bar changes every year … for charity. Suggestions cost a dollar each and the contest is held about the same time as the blessing of the local fleet at the end of July each year. The winner will see his or her name on the bar’s signage and T-shirts, plus they get full bragging rights.

Aside from catch and cook service, Keys Fisheries will package and ship the fish you caught overnight anywhere in the continental United States. Complete the delivery from the market with fresh shrimp, lobster, smoked fish dip or even a raspberry Key lime pie or a rum cake to impress your friends and family.

Go to: www.keysfisheries.com to order online and to look at the live webcams!

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Underwater and outdoor enthusiasts, ecotravelers and families are encouraged to join us for:

Conservation and Environmental Exhibits, Food, Shopping, and more!

Live Performances by Emily Springsteen, Leah Sutter, Adrienne Z, Dave Feder, Howard Livingston & MM 24 Band

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Who: The Turtle Hospital & First State Bank When: Wednesday, April 10th from 5:30-7:30PM Where: MM 48.5, 2396 Overseas Highway, Marathon What: Great networking, food & beverages; come promote your business and meet Marathon business owners, executives, and leaders!

MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEON April 16th, 12-1pm When: Tues, April 16th from 12 - 1pm Where: Key Colony Inn 700 W. Ocean Drive, Key Colony Beach

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CONTINUING EDUCATION GRANTS If you are a member of the Marathon Chamber, you (and your staff) can apply for our Continuing Education Grants for up to $1,000!

Please contact us to learn more and to apply Not a member? Join anytime and be eligible for these and many other great benefits and programs!

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… about living on a boat?

NELE KIRT

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W CLOSING THE SEASON OUT RIGHT Marathon resident Phil DeMeo displays his best catch on the final day of the Florida spiny lobster season. Lobster will remain closed until Mini Season and the official reopening of the recreational season on Aug. 6. CONTRIBUTED

illiam Somers told me about living on his 30-foot sail boat “Relevance” beside Marathon City Marina: We have a wonderful community in Boot Key Harbor and it’s a great place to be! Our mornings start with a 9 a.m. meeting on VHF radio, Channel 68. Every day there’s a different moderator who leads the program and follows the strict protocol. We start off with the weather forecast, then welcome new boats and say farewell to those who are leaving, followed by announcements, comments and questions.

If you need help, you state your boat name first and pause. After the net controller’s recognition, you may continue with your message – buy, sell, trade, give away, lost-and-found. Trivia and ‘final business’ (for those who slept too long) complete the vessels’ “conference call.”

Maybe some people don’t realize that, but our marina contributes a lot to the community. Many of the people who live on these boats are still working. There are taxicabs waiting as early as 4 to 5 a.m. to take them to work. Many of the retirees volunteer and our regular donations go to the needy in the community.

“Relevance,” as did many other boats in the Keys, got a hard hit during Hurricane Irma and ended up in the mangroves. After a $6,000 quote from a towing company, the U.S. Coast Guard and the Fish and Wildlife Commission joined forces and pulled “Relevance” and many other boats out for free. It was a massive job!

There are 226 moorings in the Boot Key Harbor managed by the City of Marathon, but the marina also provides some space for seawall docking or “dinghy docking” for anchored vessels. It’s relatively cheap accommodation because the monthly fee for a mooring is $324, which includes usage of the facilities, such as showers, library, TV-rooms or loaning a bike.

The marina staff with its “captain” Sean Cannon has been wonderful.

The whole personnel is dedicated to their work. They listen, understand and help you, if needed. And when the books in the library all face the right direction, you’ll know that Kathy has been there to organize the “fleet.”

••• Bill was born in Pleasantville, New Jersey but has spent most of his life in Florida, first as a petty officer in the Navy, then as a lineman for a power company and cable TV company. After working for himself for several years installing ventilators, Bill decided to become a captain and graduated from the Chapman School of Seamanship in Port Salerno, Florida. For a quarter of a century he then served as a captain on different ships, be it a glass-bottom boat for tourists or delivery of a 68-foot sailboat from St. Maarten to Spain.

Bill volunteers at Crane Point Museum and Nature Center where he guides tours.

• • • Is there anything you are wondering about? E-mail nelekirt@yahoo.com.

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7 MBR

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By Alex Rickert and Sydney Schuhmacher

BEAT THE BUS 2019 RUNNERS SET SIGHTS ON 7 MILE BRIDGE RUN

N

ot every runner wakes up before the sun and prepares for a seven-mile race across a bridge with no shade and a halfmile hill with a 65-foot vertical rise.

But for the athletes brave enough to attempt the feat, that’s exactly what awaits them on the morning of Saturday, April 6 during the 38th annual Seven Mile Bridge Run.

Aydan was first across the finish line in 2018.

AYDAN CHILD How many times have you run the 7 Mile Bridge Run? This will be my 9th time.

How long is the bridge? Not actually 7, it’s 6.8 miles.

Which famous person built the bridge? Henry Flagler.

What was the reason for the first 7 Mile Bridge Run? To dedicate the new highway connecting the Middle Keys to the Lower Keys.

Both my dad and aunt were there.

Nike or Asics or Crocs? Birkenstocks.

Pre-race and post-race hydration? Water and Pedialyte before, and, you know, some ice cold “water” after the race.

Which of your friends is most likely to sob before, during or after the race? Oriana Mendez and Hannah Ziels; actually, I’ve already seen them crying about it.

Since 1982, the event has given a limited group of 1,500 runners the opportunity to enjoy the breathtaking views offered by the 7 Mile Bridge while it’s closed to vehicular traffic during this oncea-year treat. Some treat the race as a “fun run,” while the lead pack always ends in heated competition; 2018 overall winner Aydan Child of Marathon broke the finish line tape in a blistering 40:01 (5:54

Chris, center, is flanked by supporters.

CHRIS TODD YOUNG How many times have you done the 7 Mile Bridge Run? This is my second run. My first time was on my bucket list.

How long is the bridge? 6.8 miles.

Which famous person built the bridge? I don’t know, a really good construction company.

What was the reason for the first 7 Mile Bridge Run? To see if it was possible.

Nike or Asics or Crocs? Asics.

Pre-race and post-race hydration? My pre-race is Spark and my post-run is beer.

Which of your friends is most likely to sob before, during or after the race? Kristen Livengood.

How many times during the run has somebody been pushed off the bridge “by accident”? As far as I know no, never.

How long do you abstain from sex before the race to conserve your energy? Six hours.

Do you think you could “take” a crossfitter? Hell no!

per mile). There is, however, one catch: 65 minutes into the race, buses begin driving from the start line to the finish. Any runner the bus passes is required to get on board, so for many, the slogan is simply “Beat the Bus.” Ahead of the 2019 race, we caught up with several of this year’s athletes to test their knowledge of the event’s history and find out about their unique

Danielle is a virgin.

DANIELLE FROST How many times have you done the 7 Mile Bridge Run? I’ve been doing the run for forever.

How long is the bridge? 6.8 miles.

Which famous person built the bridge? Aw man, I’ve even been to the museum on Pigeon Key. I don’t remember.

What was the reason for the first 7 Mile Bridge Run? I don’t know.

Nike or Asics or Crocs? Nike.

Pre-race and post-race hydration? Water and Michelob Ultra.

Which of your friends is most likely to sob before, during or after the race? Kristen Livengood.

How many times during the run has somebody been pushed off the bridge “by accident”?

Oh man. I think my friends and I jumped in the water at the end.

How long do you abstain from sex before the race to conserve your energy? Oh my God, my parents are going to read this paper.

I’m a virgin.

Do you think you could “take” a crossfitter? For sure.

pregame rituals. Spoiler alert: the bridge is 6.8 miles long, built by Henry Flagler, and the occasion of the first race was to celebrate the opening of the “new” bridge and raise funds for hometown student athletes. Honestly, we don’t know if anyone has ever been “accidentally” pushed off the bridge, but are willing to provide a cupcake in exchange for well-documented evidence.

Rita Irwin, center, gets really emotional.

RITA IRWIN How long is the bridge? 6.78 miles.

Which famous person built the bridge? Henry Flagler.

What was the reason for the first 7 Mile Bridge Run? To celebrate the opening of the new bridge.

Nike or Asics or Crocs? None of the above, Brooks.

Pre-race and post-race hydration? Pre: water. Post: Bellini.

Which of your friends is most likely to sob before, during or after the race? Me. How many times during the run has somebody been pushed off the bridge “by accident”?

Nobody yet!

Do you think you could “take” a crossfitter? You bet! ‘Cause I am one!

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Calla has all the answers.

CALLA JIMENEZ How many times have you run the 7 Mile Bridge Run? Since 3rd grade, so this will be my 7th year.

How long is the bridge? I know it’s not a full 7 miles … I want to say 6.9?

Which famous person built the bridge? Henry Flagler … but technically, he built the old bridge, not the new one.

What was the reason for the first 7 Mile Bridge Run? I wasn’t alive back then, so I have no idea.

Nike or Asics or Crocs? Nikes (Her mom’s answer: she runs in whatever’s on sale.)

Pre-race and post-race hydration? Water!

Which of your friends is most likely to sob before, during or after the race? Probably my friend Elaysa.

How many times during the run has somebody been pushed off the bridge “by accident”? I would hope zero?

Do you think you could “take” a crossfitter? If I was fit, yeah. I can run, but I’m not super fit like that.

Christine, right, and Tricia, left, are running buddies.

CHRISTINE LIMBERT-BARROWS How many times have you run the 7 Mile Bridge Run? I think this is my fourth time.

How long is the bridge? I know its technically less than 7 miles, I think it’s 6.8.

Which famous person built the bridge? Henry Flagler.

What was the reason for the first 7 Mile Bridge Run? I can imagine that it was some sort of fundraising.

Nike or Asics or Crocs? Asics.

Pre-race and post-race hydration? I have water and pre-workout supplements to help me get through the race, and then afterwards I would say water and beer.

Which of your friends is most likely to sob before, during or after the race? Tricia Eables.

How many times during the run has somebody been pushed off the bridge “by accident”?

I would hope that nobody has been thrown over the side, but in understanding the competitiveness I would say, with the history, one or two have gone over.

How long do you abstain from sex before the race to conserve your energy? Definitely a few days, but preferably a week to make sure I’m strong enough to make it through.

Do you think you could “take” a crossfitter? No. I wouldn’t want to, they scare me a bit.

Jaclyn, left, believes the best in everybody.

JACLYN FLATT How many times have you run the 7 Mile Bridge Run? This is my first time.

How long is the bridge? 6.8 miles.

Which famous person built the bridge? Am I allowed to Google this right now? I don’t even have a guess.

What was the reason for the first 7 Mile Bridge Run? Wasn’t it for a fundraiser?

Nike or Asics or Crocs? Brooks.

Pre-race and post-race hydration? I do GU before the race.

Water is my post-race drink.

Which of your friends is most likely to sob before, during or after the race? None of my friends, they’re all rock stars.

How many times during the run has somebody been pushed off the bridge “by accident”?

What?!?! Is this true? Hopefully nobody!

How long do you abstain from sex before the race to conserve your energy? Wait, did you say sex? *laughter* Oh my god. Who makes up these questions? I don’t know how to answer that.

Do you think you could “take” a crossfitter? Definitely.

Morgan would consider taking on a crossfitter.

MORGAN WALKER How many times have you run the 7 Mile Bridge Run? This will be my 2nd time.

How long is the bridge? Just shy of 7 miles.

Which famous person built the bridge? Henry Flagler built the original bridge, I’m not sure about the “new” bridge.

What was the reason for the first 7 Mile Bridge Run? It was a community fundraiser.

Nike or Asics or Crocs? I prefer Brooks, but Nikes are a close second.

Pre-race and post-race hydration? Water and Gatorade.

Which of your friends is most likely to sob before, during or after the race? No idea.

How many times during the run has somebody been pushed off the bridge “by accident”? Zero.

Do you think you could “take” a crossfitter? Maybe … it all depends on what the challenge is.

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ADDRESSING NEEDS — PART 2 —

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magine a woman named Sheila. She crosses an ocean and arrives in America from Ireland. She decides to make a life in the Florida Keys. She falls in love, marries and works as a teacher for decades.

They save money and buy a house. It is paradise.

2017: Hurricane Irma hits. Their house is destroyed, along with nearly everything in it.

The couple is desperate, and Sheila’s husband has some connections in Texas. They drive up the state, across the Panhandle and arrive in Texas, hope buoyed. They stop at a gas station, and Sheila goes inside for a moment. When she returns to the car, her husband is dead. A heart attack.

Here is Sheila’s new situation: no job, no savings (as a school teacher), no house, in a place where she’s never been. She contacts a church she attended in the Keys, which arranges for her return. Upon arrival, she is referred to Samuel’s House. Samuel’s House, a nonprofit, is able to house her, provide her with amenities and support for the next six months while she reconnects with her family back in Ireland. Her son, an attorney, ultimately arranges for her return, where she is now building a new life.

“She sends us postcards frequently,” said Kim Stover, executive director of Samuel’s House.

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essarily the most tragic. Stover and Tara Salinas, deputy director, recall “countless” stories: single parents with no resources — they are currently housing a single father of five — as well as underage girls who have been victims of sex trafficking.

“We never turn away a pregnant woman or a woman who has children,” said Stover, “So, even if the rooms are filled with single ladies, we’ve had to have ladies sleeping on couches to provide rooms for the kids.”

And they always make room. There’s hope at Samuel’s House — hope grounded in concrete services, the most pressing of which is housing. Women, and men with families, come to Samuel’s House via many different paths.

Samuel’s House has three different programs: The Mary Spottswood Women’s Center, with 32 beds, providing emergency shelter for up to 90 days; Kathy’s Hope, providing structured independent housing for families recovering from homelessness; and Casa de Meredith, providing structured affordable permanent housing to men and women with intact families.

“We take referrals from all over the county, whether it’s from the Sheriff’s Department or KWPD or any other agencies, like Wesley House or Florida Keys Outreach Coalition. Some are court-ordered, and a lot are self-referrals,” said Stover.

Who should come to Samuel’s House for help?

“We’re able to help anybody in Monroe County, whether it’s a single woman, a woman or man with children that need shelter.” Through grant funding, Samuel’s House is able to assist with first, last and security payments, utility bills, food, clothing, medical and dental care, “for anyone we are able to assist — not just people coming into the shelter,” said Stover.

Samuel’s House is part of the Continuum of Care, the lead agency of a network of agencies providing services for homeless and at-risk people in the Keys. The reporting agencies with the Continuum of Care are in constant contact, referring clients to each other and creating a web of support for those in need.

“I think for the size of our community, the amount of agencies and help available is astounding,” said Salinas, “We band together very well.”

Mark Lenkner, executive director of the Continuum of Care, is a point person for all of the reporting agencies. “When you have HUD (Department of Housing and Urban Development) and DCS (Department of Child Safety) issued funding, they don’t want to deal with each non-profit,” said Lenkner.

So the CoC serves as a go-between. The state of Florida has 27 Continuums of Care across the state that work in coordination to address homelessness. Lenkner’s CoC has a monthly meeting with each of the reporting organizations to discuss funding, clients and overall strategy.

Said Lenkner, “The beauty of this small community is they all know each other — they can directly refer each other. We are all connected to the HMIS database (Homeless Management Information System), and the CoC administers that database, so none of these organizations have to pay for it.”

Once a client is in the database, their file can be accessed by any participating agencies. And they are not short on clients. While the Monroe County homelessness problem is relatively well managed, the small numbers — 515 reported Keys-wide in the last “Point in Time” count — are deceptive. Miami’s Point in Time calculated a population of 1.3 homeless individuals per 1,000 people; in Monroe County, it is 6.7 per 1,000.

“The cost of living is a huge factor,” Lenker said. That sentiment is echoed by staff of homeless organizations across the Keys. Addressing the massive affordable housing crisis in the Keys is daunting, but each bed filled and job application accepted, each child fed and each “homecoming” is one more success story. For Sheila, it was a return to Ireland. In a “Farewell” note to Samuel’s house staff, she wrote: “They helped me get back on my feet, Samuel’s House took me under their wings. … Farewell but not goodbye.”

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CONTINUUM OF CARE REPORTING AGENCIES Not all agencies that report to the CofC provide services directly to clients — for example, the City of Key West and the Department of Corrections. The following agencies provide services to homeless adults or children. Links to all reporting agencies are available at: http://www.monroehomelesscoc.org/

Karen represented the Buyers of: 2695 Sombrero Blvd., Marathon, FL 33050

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The Plantation Yacht Harbor Arts and Crafts Show will feature approximately 100 artists whose works include everything from paintings and sculptures to jewelry, fine crafts, and even driftwood carvings. Recognized as this year’s poster artist is painter, Jen Callahan. “I am so happy to have been selected as the Poster Artist this year at Island Fest,” said Jen Callahan, an Original Life in Color Artist. Callahan says that her love for animals began as a young child which was “later cultivated into a need to express my fascination with animals and color.” This

Top: On the show’s first day is the wacky “What Floats Your Boat?” homemade boat race. Participants will create a “boat” to enter in the race. CONTRIBUTED The car show features awards like Coolest Cruiser, Raddest Rod, KeyZ Rider, Longest Haul, Big Kahuna, Funkiest Foreign, Best of Show, and People's Choice.

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out top local restaurants to show off their most mouthwatering dishes. Attendees will get to cast their ballot for the coveted People's Choice Award. The awards ceremony will take place at 4 p.m. on Sunday.

Back at Island Fest this year for car enthusiasts is the All-American Road Vintage Cruisers Car Show, featuring antique cars, trucks, motorcycles and rat rods. The show will be visible from U.S.1, Florida’s only official “All American Road,” so passersby with an interest in antique and unique cars are likely to stop for a look. Awards will be presented for Coolest Cruiser, Raddest Rod, KeyZ Rider, Longest Haul, Big Kahuna, Funkiest Foreign, Best of Show, and People's Choice. New entrants are always encouraged.

An array of popular musical acts appealing to music lovers of all genres will perform throughout festival. Acts will range from country and rock to blues and reggae. New to the Island Fest lineup this year will be Nashville and Miami based Country/Rock supergroup Saints and Angels.

Those looking for local Keys favorite can look no further than the Carousers who are slated to take the stage on Saturday. The Coconut Cowboys will be back again for a Sunset Beach Party from 5:30-7:30pm on Saturday. No matter what you musical taste, there is something for everybody on the main stage at Island Fest.

Island Fest features activities that are fun for the whole family. Children and creative adults can help paint a lifesized dolphin statue, compete in hula-hooping contests, and watch giant kites fly high in the sky. On Saturday, teams will even compete to build the best sand sculpture inspired by this year’s themes of “Birds, Butterflies, and Blooms”.

Also on the show’s first day is the wacky and wonderful “What Floats Your Boat?” homemade boat race. Participants will create a “boat” to enter in the race, which will begin at 1 p.m. Saturday. There is no entry fee and the Chamber of Commerce is currently seeking entries. Winners will be declared for the Yachtiest Award, Thriftiest Award, Anchor Award, Krazy Krewe Award and Sink and Swim Award. The big winner will be presented with the Lucky Ducky Admiral Award.

Back again this year by popular demand is kids division of the race – “What Floaties Your Boat?” Teams can enter with their favorite swimming pool float for participants 11 and under. Prizes include but are not limited to Duckiest Award, Isla Award, Moe Award, and Rada Award.

Admission to Island Fest is free and on-site parking is available for a $5 donation. The Islamorada Chamber of Commerce encourages the public to “Keep the Scene Green” and bring your own water bottles to reduce plastic use during the event. Bring your own water bottles, lawn chairs, and blankets for a comfortable fun-filled day. Events will take place rain or shine. For more information, call the Islamorada Chamber of Commerce at 305-664-4503.

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uests enter a serpentine drive through a palm grove, lined with head-high seagrapes. After a mile or so, they arrive at a brick circle, adorned with nothing more than tall, wild grasses. In front of the visitors is a huge white building with a detailed roofline standing in stark contrast to the blue sky above. Isla Bella Beach Resort’s lobby is one big room — at one end, a reception desk void of signage; on the other, a small seating group in muted blue. The rest is all windows.

Developer Pritam Singh said, simply, “The lobby is not a living room. It’s a monument that frames the ocean, and the ocean view, and invites you out to the water,” he said.

The 199-room resort officially opened on April 1, although a softopening last week welcomed about 50 invited guests who provided feedback. The resort is scheduled to be open to the public — Keys residents or visitors not staying at the hotel — by the end of the month, when ancillary amenities such as the marketplace and marina are complete.

Isla Bella is Singh’s vision from start to finish and all the lessons he’s learned in a 37-year career since he built his first hotel in 1982 in Maine; namely, what people want. Specifically, what Keys visitors want.That vision, combined with the property site, are what make it extraordinary. Singh said only two other large Keys resorts have the same south-facing aspect, but Isla Bella’s location is bigger and better.

“On one side you have the views of Boot Key Harbor; on the other are views of the 7 Mile Bridge. Guests catch sunset and sunrise and there’s also boat traffic going all day long,” he said.

“Plus, the resort has its own marina and is located only three miles from the reef and Sombrero Light. It has all the elements people are looking for when they are planning a trip to the Keys.”

The resort features three types of architecture. The long buildings of guest rooms feature Conch-style architecture with Victorian-like details and wide porches. The marina, marketplace, spa and meeting space have the look of a working waterfront — big barnlike buildings with marine flavor. The main buildings — reception, restaurants and bars — are built in the Bahamian and Bermuda colonial style. Thick walls, the stark white color, and the stepped crenellated roofline give the buildings a slightly exotic flavor.

The landscaping is lush — more than 1,500 palms have been installed, according to general manager Larry Magor — but it’s not thirsty. There are many natives more suited to the Keys’ dry season. The landscaping is so dense that not only does it assure privacy, it lends itself to a feeling of personal adventure — “What’s around the next corner?” The brick walkways are wide and screened on both sides by more greenery.

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The details of Isla Bella hint at the Keys' history in subtle ways.

For example, the bricks: “Bricks were used as ballast in the 1900s,” Singh said, explaining the common practice of offloading the ballast, and filling the ship’s hold with goods to be sold at another port. The resort’s restaurant — Il Postino, or post office in Italian — is a nod to when the post office was located on Knights Key many years ago.

A peek inside the rooms reveals a tropical color palette — white with blue accents and dashes of gold. The bathrooms are enormous with double sinks and some with both a tub and a glass-walled walkin shower. The rooms can be combined into suites up to five bedrooms for families or groups traveling together.

“But every room has a veranda, an outdoor living space,” Magor said. Some verandas feature a pair of chairs, while others are furnished more elaborately with tables, loungers and circular day beds.

Each, though, with a stunning view. And each within steps of one of four small pools, or the larger, resort pool. A guest is never more than 100 yards from aquatic recreation, Magor said.

Singh said Isla Bella will remain under the control of Singh Hospitality, like Oceans Edge in Key West and Tranquility Bay in Marathon.

Magor has a long career in the hospitality industry, ranging across the U.S., Caribbean, Canada and United Kingdom, managing everything from large resorts to boutique hotels, like the White Elephant on Nantucket.

“Isla Bella is a very unique opportunity,” Magor said. “I was already onsite before the first shovel of dirt was turned.”

And the resort will very much be part of the larger community, Singh said, noting the important partnerships he’s formed within the local business community. Capt. Jack Carlson of Two Conchs will manage the fishing fleet of six boats. Wendy Hall of Tilden’s will oversee the diving and snorkeling and Snuba excursions. Aqua Adventures, Miranda Murphy and Steve Tomek, will lead the kayak ecotours, and parasailing will be by V-Flight’s Howard Baldwin.

“This resort is going to attract very upscale tourists and I think that’s a big plus for the community,” Singh said.

From 1906 to 1912, Knights Key was a hub of activity as Henry Flagler built the Florida East Coast Railway. It was a thriving port with a long dock where goods were offloaded from ocean-going vessels and moved to shallow-draft barges to support construction. It also had trains arriving and departing twice daily. But Knights Key was largely abandoned after the railway was complete. The opening of the Isla Bella Beach Resort will mark the revival of Knights Key.

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7. When the race starts, scream out, “This bridge can’t hold us all!”

6. Run naked.

5. Drive your car right up to the starting line, get out and start stretching.

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The Marathon Weekly is proud to partner with Marathon Middle School faculty and students in choosing “The Student of the Week.” Recipients are chosen on qualifications including academic standing, athletics, outstanding achievements, community involvement, individuality and moral fortitude.

We thank our future leaders and MHS for allowing us to share in a weekly dose of “Fin Pride,” and for giving us a glimpse into their world.

What is something most people don’t know about you? I built my own computer.

Who is your all-time favorite teacher and why? My favorite teacher is Mr. Murphy. He is the best person in the world and he is sponsoring my Esports Club.

What is something you know now that you didn’t know when you were a freshman? Most people don’t know how to drive.

What organizations and activities are you involved with at MHS and why are they important to you? I am involved in E-sports, Academic Challenge, Mu Alpha Theta and Drama Club.

What are your plans after high school? I plan on going to a good engineering college.

What do you hope to be remembered for at Marathon High School?

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What is one favorite way to spend your spare time? I play video games.

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WEEKLY INTERVIEW

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OFFICER OF THE YEAR Sheriff deputy works hard for the honor SARA MATTHIS

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Name? Deputy Corbin Hradecky.

Why did you enter law enforcement? It’s something I’ve always wanted to do. I thought Monroe County would be a good place to do it.

What are your duties? I’m on road patrol, but I spend a lot of time working DUI and drug interdiction.

What is the easiest part of your job? Well, I seem to be able to pick out an oncoming or passing driver and spot the details that may mean he or she is impaired.

What’s the most difficult?

We have to hold ourselves to a higher standard, but also connect to the public like a regular citizen.

Do you have a motto? I can’t remember which Sheriff mentor said it, but “You’re either a call taker or a call maker.” It’s the difference between being proactive or reactive. I would rather be proactive.

What area do you patrol? MM 47 to 72.

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e exceeded our expectations,” said Sgt Chuck Kellenberger. “That’s why he was named officer of the quarter, and then officer of the year.”

Monroe County Sheriff Deputy Corbin Hradecky has been racking up the accolades. Among other achievements, he made 43 driving under the influence arrests in a year. And, he’s not even part of the traffic division — just an extraordinary beat cop serving with road patrol in Districts 4 and 5 of the Middle Keys.

After graduating from high school in 2008, Hradecky enlisted in the Marines and did one tour in Afghanistan.

He was part of the 3rd Battalion 25th Marines infantry. He said the experience remains one of the best in memory for the camaraderie and brotherhood. After returning to the States, he migrated south to Marathon at the suggestion of his father. He worked at Sparky’s for about four years, while attending the police academy in the evenings. And, he had a conditional job offer from the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office on the day he passed the exam.

As a newly minted “probationary officer,” he was already working for the agency when Hurricane Irma hit the Keys and destroyed his home. We’ll let him tell the rest …

What’s your favorite piece of equipment? The radio. Nothing is faster than the radio. Communication is the most important thing about this job. (Although the deputy uniforms all have a nifty sideways breast pocket for storing smart phones.)

What’s your biggest pet peeve?

I don’t really think I have one. Although I don’t like it when people don’t listen, or when they don’t take my advice when I’m working.

What substance — legal or illegal — is the most prevalent component of Keys crimes?

Alcohol. When somebody has had too much to drink, they don’t know how to act.

What are your hobbies? Spending time with the family. I have two kids, including a newborn, and a beautiful wife that’s also in law enforcement. She’s the real hero.

Are any other members of your family in law enforcement? I have an “Irish twin” — he’s 11 months older and part of the North Strabane police force in Pennsylvania. He’s also a veteran of the Air Force and currently

part of the Air National Guard.

Who are your MCSO mentors?

Sgt. Jones, Sgt. Hager, Sgt. Whiteman, Sgt. Bryan and Det. Bennedetti.

Any ideas of what you want to do next? MCSO has multiple special units where you can volunteer for duty in other areas to try it out.

I think I might like to try out traffic or narcotics.

Why are you so passionate about policing drunk driving?

When I was growing up, we had a friend of the family killed by a drunk driver. I just think that when I’m out here I might be able to keep that from happening to somebody else. I’ve pulled some people over who were so drunk they couldn’t walk, couldn’t talk.

In the hands of a drunk driver, a vehicle becomes a terrible assault weapon.

Any pets? I have a husky named Sansa. She’s still a puppy, so she’s not at the sassy stage yet.

What’s your favorite cop movie?

“End of Watch” starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Michael Peña.

What’s your favorite cop TV show: (With a slow grin) Well, I grew up watching “Cops,” so that one I guess.

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RIDE-ALONG REALITY Academy gives glimpse into law enforcement

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y graduation from Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Citizen Police Academy culminated in a ride-along with Deputy Corbin Hradecky (see opposite page). The reason Sheriff Rick Ramsay encourages citizens to participate in the Citizen’s Police Academy — of which the ride-along is a part — is something he calls public outreach, but what the rest of us understand as “walking a mile in their shoes.”

SARA To be candid, I know very little about law enMATTHIS forcement methods or personal lives outside of the entertainment I’ve consumed — movies, books. I thinks commuknow it’s a tight brother- and sisterhood, and I’ve only nity journalism is important, but had glimpses of it. Personally, I was looking for a little not serious; likes more insight when I signed up for the academy. weird and wonI lasted about four hours on the ride-along before derful children I called it quits. Seeing situations through law enforce(she has two). ment’s eyes is … well, eye opening. Like the dawning Occasionally she tortures herself realization in the man’s eyes found with a crack rock with sprint-disthat he is well and truly f#4ked, and yet it was hard tance triathlons, but only if she has NOT to feel sorry for him as he leaned on the hood of the police cruiser wearing very clean, very white socks a good chance of beating her sister. as deputies searched the car. (His shoes were in the front seat; I don’t know why he took them off.)

Next we were called to a medical emergency, maybe a heart attack, the dispatcher said. We arrived at a small lot on “the rock” and the deputies hurried through a warren of old and crowded trailers to find the man.

Outside was a young man, maybe in his 20s, clutching a small dog. He said the man inside the trailer was a family friend he had been asked to check on. The young guy knew very little about what was going on, except that his casual errand resulted in his day’s abrupt left turn toward misery.

The young guy never put the dog down, holding it in the crook of his arm.

Finally, a domestic altercation at a local convenience store: As we arrived we saw a big man wearing a stupidly small cowboy hat manhandling a woman in front of a nice BMW. Except, not. It was a dad and his 15- or 16-year-old daughter. The mom, in a pretty yellow dress, and a young boy were also present. The dad was immediately told to sit his butt down, while the officers collected witness statements and spoke to the victims who spoke lots of Russian, but very little English. In my opinion, the dad was incredibly drunk and a very big jerk. As the father was being loaded into the cruiser for transport to the Marathon jail, I watched as the mom and daughter tried to make sense of the situation. Where were they taking him? Where could they stay the night? Over and over again, I watched the mom’s face crumple as she came to terms with a bad situation that was now infinitely worse in the short term. The daughter’s mascara had run down her face. An attendant from the convenience store came out and hugged the mom, and brought the daughter a cup of water. And that stranger-to-stranger gesture of kindness was the final straw. I asked Officer Hradecky to take me back to my car when it was all over.

It’s the details that stick in my mind — the white socks, the little dog, the ruined mascara. But the officers take all that in, and operate within the law they’ve studied and committed to memory, track down all the details, plus try to diffuse every situation they encounter. Anger, sorrow, or sympathy won’t help; in fact, it probably hurts by muddling messy scenarios further.

I think the officers’ stoicism is often misinterpreted by the public.

They think the officers are jaded, or don’t care, but I think it’s something else. I think it’s professionalism. And I think we are lucky to have the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office in the Keys.

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BY LOCALS, FOR LOCALS

The coconut telegraph rumor mill was working overtime when Bruce and Sherry Popham sold Marathon Boat Yard to “the pie lady� in 2018. Paula Marshall, who owns and operates Bama Companies, providers of handheld pies to McDonalds, bought the yard and did something really, really smart — install locals to run it.

Manager Tony Iarocci is a commercial fisherman, the type who sits on the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council and the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary boards. He has 40 years of experience in all things boat and/ or fishing, and has connections all over town. The first people he reached out to were Mike and Sharon Bossert, who owned and then operated Keys Boat Works for 34 years.

Mike Bossert will oversee the boat yard. Then another key member joined the team. Johnny Ferreiro opened an on-site Yahama dealership and repair service. Ferreiro has 30 years of experience, the last 13 as a mobile mechanic. “I think I am going to be able to offer better service from one location,� Ferreiro said, noting he has added two other mechanics with a combined 25 years of experience. “In the first two weeks the dealership was open, we already sold seven new engines.�

Marathon Boat Yard continues an important role SARA MATTHIS

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Mike Bossert, left, and Tony Iarocci are two of the qualified locals at the helm of Marathon Boat Yard. SARA MATTHIS/Keys Weekly

Iarocci describes Marathon Boat Yard as “one-stop shopping� provided by the “cream of the crop.� “We’re up to about a dozen employees right now and we’re very fortunate to combine personnel from the original Marathon Boat Yard staff and the Keys Boat Works staff as well,�

Iarocci said.

Marathon Boat Yard handles every aspect of boat repairs and power — bottom paint, fiberglass, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, mechanics, etc.

The boat lift can accommodate vessels up to 75-feet long and there’s a new forklift on order that will be able to lift small craft into the new racks under construction — four stories tall, and four boats wide. “We will be able to accommodate dozens of boats,� Mike Bossert said.

It needs the room to make way for the commercial fishing fleet. Right now, the plan is to keep four boats at the dock and the attending traps. But there are plans to create an independent fishermen’s cooperative to accommodate more. “We are structuring a fishermen’s cooperative for the future, for the south end of the boatyard. It’s part of preserving the working waterfront.

But we intend to continue to provide service to pleasure and private vessel owners,� said Iarocci.

That has to wait, though, until the entire yard receives an update — new electric lines run underground, new water lines and new docks. “It’s like anything else; things get worn over time,� said Iarocci.

The little conch house on the side of the property has been converted into a canvas shop, while Ferreiro runs the Yamaha dealership out of the small building on the other side. The main, large building will soon feature major retail displays — like motors and boats and other marine-related items.

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The Monroe County Tourist Development Council has funding available to governmental entities and non-profit organizations for capital projects.

The facility must have the primary purpose of promoting tourism and must fall into one of the following categories: Convention Center, Sports Stadium, Sports Arena, Coliseum, Auditorium, Aquarium, Museum, Zoological Park, Nature Center, Fishing Pier, Beach or Beach Park Facility, Channel, Estuary or Lagoon, Public Facilities in Accordance with Conditions Set Forth in the Florida Statute The deadline for receipt of applications is April 24, 2019 and applications must be downloaded from Demandstar (www.monroecountybids.com) For more information please call the TDC Administrative Office at (305) 296-1552 and ask to speak with Ammie or Maxine

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The boys FLEW back TO town BLUE ANGELS MAKE A LANDING

On March 30 & 31, the Southernmost Spectacular wowed crowds with daring aerial maneuvers. The headliners, the Blue Angels, were down from Pensacola and didn’t disappoint. The Keys crowds turned out, and Keys Weekly photographer Barry Gaukel was there to catch the action as they whizzed by. BARRY GAUKEL/Keys Weekly

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Captain Eric Doyle flew the #1 position at the airshow in Key West. BARRY GAUKEL/Keys Weekly

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ameras and phones turned toward the sky, and social media lit up as our favorite VIP guests made another memorable entrance.

The Blue Angels landed the morning of March 28 at the NAS airfield Key West, and no one missed it. Doing their signature diamond formation flyover, the famed F/A-18 Hornets blazed down Duval Street before heading north to their Boca Chica home for the next three days.

Leading the field in jet number one was Captain Eric Doyle, who has been flying with the Angels for the past one and a half years.

Doyle, flight leader, has served 23 years with the Navy.

His roots were always with service aviation as his father was in the Air Force and, Doyle said, he wanted to be a pilot since he knew what flying was. Now Doyle lives in and raises his two boys in Pensacola. Doyle has flown in Key West before – not as a Blue Angel – and looked forward to the clear blue skies of the weekend.

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“We get to represent the 800,000 men and women who are in active service today, so it’s an honor,” said the captain.

He explained the Angels have over 30 variations of different formations and cater each show to the area depending on factors like weather. They could be high looping, creating the Diamond 360 or the Fan, or flying solo as low as 1000 feet – basically, anything can happen.

The average speed of a Blue Angel is 350-400 mph, but faster for solo or low passes, up to 700 mph. The F-18s use up to 8,000 pounds of fuel an hour. Can they break the speed of sound? Yes, but not at an air show, although, Doyle has admitted to breaking it himself.

What’s it like up there in the air? Doyle said that it’s all about focus, and while it may seem dramatic from below, the pilots are nearly meditative. He said each flight leader has his or her own cadence, and he likens it to the rhythm of a march. He acknowledged that flying takes a physical toll: tensing one’s body prevents physical distress or worse, loss of consciousness.

Doyle doesn’t like to emphasize the danger, although maneuvers take him up to 700 mph and into loops taking him a dramatic — and fast — 1,000 feet up.

It’s an extensive process picking a Blue Angel pilot. Only those with lengthy service history and countless hours of flying make it, making it a true honor.

However, when pilots command a $56 million jet 18 inches from another $56 million jet, Doyle said, it boils down to “Everyone has to trust you as a person and how you fly.”

— Sarah Thomas contributed to this report

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Fun! Fun! Fun! MIKE LOVE BRINGS THE BEACH BOYS BACK TO THE KEYS

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he Beach Boys are the soundtrack to a perfect California summer — or creating the feeling of one at any time, in any place.

The band was formed with brothers Brian, Carl and Dennis Wilson, cousin Mike Love and friend Al Jardine, in the hamlet of Hawthorne, California in 1961. Skyrocketing from family garage band to uber-fame, they created a new music genre dubbed “California Sound.” Yet while The Beach Boys sang songs of sunny days, the real story wasn’t always so. There is one band member who has persevered to bridge the gap to today’s audiences. He’s responsible for the lyrics behind hits like “California Girls” and the voice leading them, too. Mike Love remains at the front of the stage as a quintessential Beach Boy. “We are so much more blessed than we were cursed,” said Love, longtime front man, lyricist, and tour de force behind the Beach Boys’ current incarnation. Love, along with his son Christian and a cadre of talented musicians including Brian Eichenberger (of “The Four Freshmen” fame), Bruce Johnston, Jeffrey Foskett, Tim Bonhomme, John Cowsill, Keith Hubacher and Scott Totten, are touring the country performing old and new classics. They’ll play on Thursday, April 4, at the Sunset Green Event Lawn in Key West. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show begins at 7:30.

This tour is a homecoming of sorts, since Eichenberger was a member of the Four Freshmen, a group that heavily influenced the Beach Boys with their fresh sound and four-part harmonies, which they are revisiting on this tour. They’ll also play some of the most iconic Love-penned fan favorites, like “Surfer Girl,” “California Girls,” “Fun Fun Fun” and “Kokomo.”

“It’s a pretty complete show, with lots of different moods and tempos and dimensions to it,” said Love.

With those tunes and others, the Beach Boys have sold over 100 million records worldwide, have had over 30 records go Gold and Platinum, and have been honored with a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.

How did that all spark from a family garage band?

ENDLESS SUMMER Love’s narration of the early days is fond: “Brian and I and my sister Maureen used to go to Wednesday youth night at Angeles Mesa Presbyterian Church, and we’d sing the church songs and then walk home singing Everly Brothers songs. Or the doowop songs we heard on the radio.”

Citing influences from Chuck Berry and Little Richard to the Everly Brothers and The Four Freshmen, Love said they found inspiration for the style of music but plucked subject matter from their daily lives.

“Those influences gave us the elements, but we chose the subject matter,” Love said, “from what we were living in Southern California. We were just a few miles from the beach, and how do you get to the beach? A car.”

“I wrote a song about a girl who wanted to borrow her dad’s car,” says Love,“and I told Brian I had the idea of doing the Chuck Berry guitar intro.” It was “Fun Fun Fun.” While the Beach Boys’ music is populated by the imagery of shiny eternal youth — surfing, girls, cars, school spirit — their daring genre-bending, unlikely composition and catchy harmonies made it anything but anodyne.

Carl, the drummer and only true surfer, brought the California culture and surf scene into the rooms and creative spaces of brother Brian and cousin Mike. The duo wrote the band’s first single, “Surfin,’” which was released in 1961. Love recalls recording the song in a little California studio, and when it finally got air time on the local radio, each of the band members would call in doing different voices to request the song.

It worked, garnering more plays and more attention, and “Surfin’” eventually wound up on their 1962 album “Surfin’ Safari.”

“Who wouldn’t want to go on a Surfin’ Safari?” asks Love.

As it turns out, the world wanted to go.

“In fact, when that went to number one in England, we were voted the number one band in England, number two being the Beatles, which was pretty remarkable, …

No band has been more popular than the Beatles in the history of the music business.” Indeed, Paul McCartney has said “Pet Sounds,” the album with “Good Vibrations,” is “required listening” for his children.

While the Beach Boys were at the top of their game performance-wise, it wasn’t always sunny. After Brian Wilson suffered a panic attack during a tour in 1964, he made the decision to pull back and focus on songwriting. Glen Campbell, and later Bruce Johnston, replaced him on tours.

The dissension between Love and Brian Wilson is the dark part of the Beach Boys mythos. Both came out with memoirs, “My Life as a Beach Boy” and “I am Brian Wilson,” respectively, which don’t shy away from the nitty gritty of the family skirmishes. In “My Life,” Love famously writes: “For those who believe that Brian walks on water, I will always be the Antichrist.” Love has been cast as the pragmatist vs. Wilson as the troubled genius.

Caricatures are rarely accurate.

Love has said that he still very much loves his cousin Brian, and said that “If it was just Brian and I, we’d go back to the piano and write a song.”

What got in the way?

“My cousin Brian has never been able to stand up to his father, who didn’t credit me for several of the songs that I wrote, which gave a disproportionate version of who was credited.” Murry Wilson, jazz musician and reputedly abusive father of the Wilson boys, managed the Beach Boys and famously sold their song rights for a pittance.

“My uncle purposely didn’t put my name down (as a songwriter),” Love said. “Not a nice thing to do. Really an evil thing to do, so it took some overcoming.

STORMY WEATHER “Good Vibrations became our psychedelic offering of the time, in 1966,” said Love, who penned the lyrics along with Brian Wilson’s avant-garde experimental track. By then, the Beach Boys were no longer a smalltown band recording and requesting their own song on the radio — “Good Vibrations” hit number one.

Mike Love credits his lifelong meditation practice for his longevity. MIKE LOVE/Contributed.

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“Brian wanted to rectify it,” Love said, “but he wasn’t in charge of his own business, and the only recourse I had was to go court to establish my authorship. There was partial restitution, but I’ll never have the credit or the money back.”

In the summer of 2018, Brian Wilson and Mike Love were together again as part of Sirius Satellite Radio’s Beach Boys Channel, “Good Vibrations.” Love cites it as a positive experience, and said “Brian said ‘I love you Mike.’ He’s very sweet, and unfortunately, he’s always had people controlling his life.”

The darkness doesn’t just color Brian’s story. Love said, “My cousin Dennis who drowned was under the influence, and there are things that happened to our family that are terrible — whether it’s drug abuse, or alcoholism. But I kind of transcend that and look at the story of The Beach Boys as far more positive than negative.”

His secret to avoiding the siren song of substance abuse that has bedeviled family members and fellow musicians?

“My secret weapon is that I meditate every day. It has helped me cope with ups and downs, good times and bad, the challenge of traveling. … It’s been my daily regimen for 50 years.”

RETURN TO KOKOMO With the help of Tom Cruise in “Cocktail,” The Beach Boys’ “Kokomo”went to number one 22 years after “Good Vibrations” hit number one.

“It’s said to be our biggest hit single,” says Love, “and everybody sings along.”

Off the Florida Keys… there’s a place called Kokomo, that’s where we wanna go to get away from it all.

The dreamy, steel-drum inflected tune promises. Yet: Is Kokomo a real place? Or is it a fantasy, in the league with Buffett’s Margaritaville and Peter Pan’s Neverland?

“Kokomo was a name that originated with John Phillips of the Mamas and the Papas,” Love says. “Phillips wrote the melody and the verse, and I wrote the chorus, and our friend Terry Belcher produced the record, and he came up with the ‘Oooh I want to take you…’ and it was a true collaboration.”

To be fair: there is a Kokomo in Indiana and a Kokomo on Maui, but in John Phillips’ mind, it was positioned off the Florida Keys.

The Beach Boys will be back in the Keys on Thursday, April 4, performing for new generations of fans, and probably many original fans. Love laughs, “Pretty interesting that we started out in the ’60s and now a lot

The Beach Boys will take the stage at Sunset Green Event Lawn on April 4. MIKE LOVE/Contributed.

of our fans are in their 60s.” He describes the joy of seeing “whole families … grandparents, parents, kids, grandkids” come out to listen to their music.

The Beach Boys, new and old, couldn’t be coming to a better setting for their music.

“We have three states we like a lot: California, Hawaii and Florida. And Key West is a wonderful place, so we are looking forward to going to the epicenter of Kokomo.”

Welcome back, boys.

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MARATHON WEEKLY / APRIL 4, 2019 BRIEFLY County hosts class for state CNA exam

COMMERCE CORNER Surface Protection & Restoration HydroShield offers services to help property owners protect and restore hard-to-clean surfaces such as granite, glass, porcelain, tile and grout.

“Our key to success would be having integrity, a positive attitude, and standing behind our products and services,” said owner Traci Driscoll.

Driscoll said HydroShield applications create a transparent hydrophobic barrier that chemically bonds to surfaces at the molecular level — eliminating microscopic peaks and valleys where the corrosion begins. The result is an ultra-smooth transparent barrier that protects glass, granite, marble, travertine, quartzite, ceramic tile, porcelain and grout from the harmful effects of environmental pollutants. It also protects against bacteria growth in surface pores, hard water minerals, harsh cleaners, and corrosion. As it is chemically bonded, it cannot be chipped, peeled, or scratched.

“Maintenance will be cut by 75 percent and you can eliminate harsh cleaning chemicals which are unhealthy to you and our environment,” Driscoll said. “We can also restore glass and grout, making your home look new again!”

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Monroe County Social Services and Bayshore Manor Assisted Living Facility will be hosting a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) class on Wednesdays and Fridays from April 10 through May 3 from 6 to 10 p.m. at Bayshore Manor, on Stock Island.

CNAs are licensed by the State of Florida Board of Nursing.

This class will prepare attendees for the state exam which will be given at Florida Keys Community College at a later date. All-inclusive tuition and book fees are $450. There is a separate charge for the state exam. For more information, contact Sheryl Graham at 305-292-4510 or email graham-sheryl@monroecounty-fl.gov before Friday, April 5.

Bridge run Saturday will affect traffic The Seven Mile Bridge Run will affect traffic both north and south for 2.5 hours at the bridge. Motorists should plan to be across the bridge by 6:30 a.m. to avoid being stuck on one side or the other.Traffic flow will resume at about 9 a.m., but usually takes at least an hour to return to normal.

Normal Lower Keys Shuttle service will start as scheduled, leaving the Holiday Inn Express in Marathon at 10:15 a.m. Service leaving Key West from Whitehead and Eaton streets will begin at 9:55 a.m.

MHS hosts college workshop Marathon High School is hosting its annual college essay and application workshop for juniors participating in the Take Stock in Children program.

It will be presented by Katrina Wiatt on Wednesday, April 17 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the school media center.

Students who are not in Take Stock, but wish to participate, should contact school counselor Cathy Grostefon or sign up on an attendance sheet located at the attendance desk by Friday, April 12.

Easter egg hunt includes games, snacks Children up to age 10 are invited to bring their parents to enjoy the fifth annual free Easter egg hunt at Martin Luther Chapel and Marathon Lutheran School.

The event will take place on Saturday, April 13 at 10 a.m. After a children's Easter message in the church sanctuary with songs, all present will enjoy snacks, games, crafts and an egg hunt.

Parents should plan to accompany their children for the duration of the event. The church is located at 3251 22ndSt., Gulf, behind NAPA Auto Parts at MM54. More information is available from 305-289-0700 or by email to MLCMarathon@gmail.com.

Autism Society hosts charityevent On Saturday, April 6 at 5:30 p.m., the Autism Society of the Keys (ASK) is hosting Light It Up Blue, a fundraiser for the nonprofit.

Speakers include Jimmy Morales, former City of Marathon attorney and current city manager of Miami Beach; Michael Alessandri, executive director of the University of Miami-Nova Southeastern University Center for Autism and Related Disabilities; and Jill Campbell, executive director of ASK. The evening includes a Caribbeanstyle dinner by Irie Eats and entertainment by Reel Ting Steel Drums along with a silent auction, raffles and prizes.

Sponsors, silent-auction donations and volunteers are needed to help support the event, which will be held at the Hampton Inn in Marathon, 13351 Overseas Hwy. Island Christian School to close at end of year On April 2, Pastor Trevor Mann sent out a letter to Island Christian School parents notifying them the school would be closing at the end of the academic year. Faculty and staff were also notified. ICS recently conducted a communitywide campaign to increase enrollment. The school had a goal to bring in 145 full-time paying students, raise $400,000 or a combination of the two. Mann said $100,000 was raised this year, which was short of the goal.

“In looking at the numbers, we did a phenomenal job, but the mountain was too high,” Mann said. “There was a huge community outpouring, and that is no small chunk of change that we raised. That’s a considerable amount of money and we’re grateful.”

ICS opened its doors with former Coral Shores High School teacher Tony Hammon as its principal. Starting out with nine teachers and 54 students, ICS aimed to provide a quality Christian education to Keys families. The school grew in size and attendance over the years. Demographics are changing in the Keys today, and Hammon said the student numbers aren’t there. Hammon is the pastor emeritus at Island Community Church

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE U-HAUL COMPANY OF MIAMI Notice is here by given that on April 30th and May 1st, 2019, Leonard Richford Jr. Storage Auctioneer, Executive Administrator for U-Haul Company of Miami, Will be offering for sale under the Judicial Lien Process, By Public Auction, the following storage units. The Terms of the sale will be cash only. UHaul Company does reserve the right to refuse any bids.

The sales will Begin at 8:00 a.m. and continue day by day until all units are sold.

103530 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, Fl. 33037.

Names And Last Known Addresses are as Follows: EDWIN VIDAL UNIT #1522 $1,031.04 ROBERT MORRIS UNIT #1173 $272.86 FRANCIS BAGGOTT UNIT #1566 $808.93 FRANK PATTERSON UNIT #1169 $272.86 AL MITZEL UNIT #1450 $400.03 GEORGINA DELGADO UNIT #1012 $465.81 CHRISTOPHER RICHERT UNIT #1529 $782.70 KATHARYN SPERRY UNIT #1017 $696.48 BOB GOULD UNIT #1192 $326.46 KATHLEEN GUARIGLIA UNIT #1619 $810.35 SHEILA CHAMBERLAIN UNIT #1167 $272.86 JORGE LANGO UNIT #1554 $444.38 CRYSTAL WHITMER UNIT #1655 $1,688.55 RICHARDO FURTADO UNIT #1168 $326.46 BROOKS BURDICK UNIT #1025 $342.36 DON HANSEN UNIT #0008 $369.34 DAVID COX UNIT #1750 $615.90 JEFFREY ROBYER UNIT #1157 $465.81 Publish: April 4 & 18, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Wheatons Towing gives Notice of Foreclosure of Lien and intent to sell these vehicles on 04/22/2019, 10:00 am at 101500 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL 33037, pursuant to subsection 713.78 of the Florida Statutes. Wheatons Towing reserves the right to accept or reject any and/ all bids.

1B6MC36C1TJ126818 1996 DODGE Publish: April 4 & 11, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Wheatons Towing gives Notice of Foreclosure of

LEGAL NOTICES Lien and intent to sell these vehicles on 04/16/2019, 10:00 am at 101500 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL 33037, pursuant to subsection 713.78 of the Florida Statutes. Wheatons Towing reserves the right to accept or reject any and/ all bids.

JTDKB20U557031938 2005 TOYOTA Publish: April 4 & 11, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA BOARD OF PARKS AND RECREATION SUNSHINE NOTICE OF UPCOMING WORKSHOP AND PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE IS GIVEN that the Monroe County Board of Parks and Recreation has scheduled a Workshop for Monday, April 15, 2019, 3:00 P.M., at Rowell’s Marina, Mile Marker 104.5 Bayside, Key Largo, Florida, and a Public Meeting, scheduled for Monday, April 15, 2019, at 6:00 P.M., at the Murray Nelson Center, 102050 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, Florida.

The Workshop and Public Meeting are open to the public and all are invited to attend. Please call Debra Martinez at 305-294-4385 with any questions.

Publish: April 4, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF CALLING FOR BIDS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO PROSPECTIVE BIDDERS that on MAY 2, 2019 at 3:00 P.M. the Monroe County Purchasing Office will open sealed bids for the following: FOOD SERVICES AND MEAL CATERING FOR MONROE COUNTY NUTRITION PROGRAM AND BAYSHORE MANOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Requirements for submission and the selection criteria may be requested from DemandStar at www. demandstar.com OR www. monroecountybids.com or call toll-free at 1-800-7111712. The Public Record is available at the Purchasing Office located at the Gato Building, 1100 Simonton Street, Key West, FL 33040.

Technical questions should be directed, in writing, to Sheryl L. Graham, MA, CWDP, Social Services Director, 1100 Simonton Street, Suite 2-257, Key West, Florida 33040 or by facsimile to (305) 295-4359. All answers will be by Addenda.

Bidders must submit a total of seven (7), two (2) signed originals and five (5) complete copies, of each bid in a sealed envelope clearly marked on the outside with the Bidder’s name and “Sealed Bid for Food Services and Meal Catering for Monroe County Nutrition Program and Bayshore Manor”, addressed and delivered to: Monroe County Purchasing Office 1100 Simonton Street, Room 1-213 Key West, FL 33040 Phone: (305) 292-4466 Fax: (305) 292-4465

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All bids must be received by the County Purchasing Office before 3:00 P.M. on May 2, 2019. Any bids received after this date and time will be automatically rejected. Materials may be delivered by Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested, hand-delivered or couriered.

Faxed or e-mailed bids will be automatically rejected.

Hand delivered Bids may request a receipt. If sent by mail or by courier, the above-mentioned envelope shall be enclosed in another envelope addressed to the entity and address stated above. Bidders should be aware that certain “express mail” services will not guarantee specific time delivery to Key West, Florida.

It is the sole responsibility of each Bidder to ensure their proposal is received in a timely fashion.

Monroe County’s performance and obligation to pay under this contract is contingent upon an annual appropriation by the Board of County Commissioners.

All bids must remain valid for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of the deadline for bid stated above. The Board will automatically reject the response of any person or affiliate who appears on the convicted vendor list prepared by the Department of Management Services, State of Florida, under Sec. 287.133(3)(d), Florida Statute (1997). Monroe County declares that all or portions of the documents and work papers and other forms of deliverables pursuant to this request shall be subject to reuse by the County.

All bids, including the recommendation of the County Administrator and the requesting Department Head, will be presented to the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida, for final awarding or otherwise. The Board reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive informalities in any or all bids, to re-advertise for bids, and to separately accept or reject any item or items and to award and/or negotiate a contract in the best interest of the County.

Dated at Key West, Florida, this 28th day of March, 2019.

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for submission and the selection criteria may be requested from DemandStar by Onvia at www.demandstar.com OR www.monroecountybids. com. The Public Record is available at the Monroe County Purchasing Office located in the Gato Building, 1100 Simonton Street, Room 2-213, Key West, Florida. All Responses must be sealed and must be submitted to the Monroe County Purchasing Office by 3:00 P.M., on April 30, 2019.

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NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE SOLICITATIONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, April 30, 2019, at 3:00 P.M., the Monroe County Purchasing Office will receive and open sealed responses for the following: HURRICANE IRMA MARINE DEBRIS MONITORING AND RELATED SERVICES MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Pursuant to F.S. § 50.0211(3) (a), all published competitive solicitation notices can be viewed at: www. floridapublicnotices.com, a searchable Statewide repository for all published legal notices. Requirements

NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE SOLICITATIONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Wednesday, April 17, 2019, at 3:00 P.M., the Monroe County Purchasing Office will receive and open sealed responses for the following: MARINE DEBRIS REMOVAL AS A RESULT OF HURRICANE IRMA MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Requirements for submission and the selection criteria may be requested from DemandStar by Onvia at www.demandstar.com OR www.monroecountybids. com. The Public Record is available at the Monroe County Purchasing Office located at The Gato Building, 1100 Simonton Street, Room 2-213, Key West, Florida. All Responses must be sealed and must be submitted to the Monroe County Purchasing Office by 3:00 P.M., on April 17, 2019.

Publish: April 4, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE SOLICITATIONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Wednesday, June 5, 2019, at 5:00 P.M., the Monroe County Purchasing Office will receive and open sealed responses for the following: FY 2020 DESTINATION AND TURNKEY EVENT FUNDING MONROE COUNTY TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL Pursuant to F.S. § 50.0211(3) (a), all published competitive solicitation notices can be viewed at: www. floridapublicnotices.com, a searchable Statewide repository for all published legal notices. Requirements for submission and the selection criteria may be requested from DemandStar by Onvia at www.demandstar.com OR www.monroecountybids. com. The Public Record is available at the Monroe County Purchasing Office located in the Gato Building, 1100 Simonton Street, Room 2-213, Key West, Florida.

All responses must be sealed and must be submitted to the Monroe County Purchasing Office.

Publish: April 4, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF CALLING FOR BIDS Florida Keys Electric Cooperative Association, Inc. (FKEC) is currently accepting

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For Bid Package information visit https:// fkec.com/FormService/projectbids.cfm Publish: April 4, 11, 18, 25, and May 2, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of BAYSIDE INN – KEY LARGO, located at 99490 OVERSEAS HIGHWAY, KEY LARGO, FLORIDA 33037, intends to register the said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.

By: SDFL ASSOCIATES LLC Publish: April 4, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No. 19-DR-173-P Division: Family ELIZABETH C. ROA, Petitioner, and IVAN DIAZ MUNOZ, Respondent, NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE TO: IVAN DIAZ MUNOZ Respondent’s last known address: 88976 OVERSEAS HIGHWAY, TAVERNIER, FL, 33070 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on ELIZABETH ROA, whose address is 150 AZALEA STREET, TAVERNIER, FL, 33070, on or before MAY 6, 2019, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 88820 OVERSEAS HIGHWAY, TAVERNIER, FL, 33070, 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 Notice of Current Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.)

Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed to the address on record at the clerk’s office.

WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information.

Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.

Dated: April 1, 2019 Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court

LEGAL NOTICES Monroe County, Florida By: Jennifer Zemmel Deputy Clerk Publish: April 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No. 19-DR-275-K Division: Family ATAJAN ALLABERDIYEV, Petitioner, and MAIREL U. PACHECO, Respondent, NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE TO: MAIREL U. PACHECO Respondent’s last known address: 1815 W. 56TH STREET, APT. 301, HIALEAH, FL 33012 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on ATAJAN ALLABERDIYEV, whose address is 3314 NORTHSIDE DRIVE, APT. 55, KEY WEST, FL 33040, on or before APRIL 29, 2019, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 500 Whitehead Street, 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 Notice of Current Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.)

Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed to the address on record at the clerk’s office.

WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information.

Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.

Dated: March 22, 2019 Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Jaquelyn Fonseca Deputy Clerk Publish: March 28, April 4, 11 and 18, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION CASE NO.: 2018-CP-085-M IN RE: ESTATE OF JACK TESCHENDORF, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the Estate of JACK TESCHENDORF, Deceased, whose date of death was September 4, 2018, File Number 2018-CP-085-M,

LEGAL NOTICES is pending in the Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE NOTIFIED THAT: All persons of whom this notice is served and who have objections that challenge the validity of the will, the qualifications of the petitioner, venue, or jurisdiction of this Court are required to file their objections with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All creditors of the decedent and any other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is served within three months after the date of the first publication of this notice must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and persons having claims or demands against the decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS, DEMANDS AND OBJECTIONS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. The date of the first publication of this Notice is March 28, 2019.

Attorney for Personal Representative: JOHN CAMPBELL Florida Bar # 443972 CAMPBELL & MALAFY 10887 Overseas Highway Suite #201 Marathon, Florida 33050 305-743-2492 305-743-2432 (fax) Personal Representative: JACOB TESCHENDORF Care of: CAMPBELL & MALAFY 10887 Overseas Highway Suite #201 Marathon, Florida 33050 305-743-2492 305-743-2432 (fax) Publish: March 28 and April 4, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 19-CP-000011-K IN RE: THE ESTATE OF DAVID GIRARD Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the Estate of David Girard, deceased, whose date of death was February 28, 2017, File Number 19-CP-00011-K, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division; the address of which is

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES Clerk of the Circuit Court, Monroe County, Probate Division, 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040.

The names and addresses of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against the decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE TIME OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is: March 28, 2019.

Personal Representative: JACQUELINE DUDDY 56 Oak Avenue Metuchen, NJ 08840 Attorney for Personal Representative: JERROLD SLUTZKY, ESQ. Florida Bar Number: 95747 Slutzky Law Firm 853 Main Street, Suite A Safety Harbor, FL 34695 Telephone: (727) 475-6200 Email: jerryslulaw@gmail. com Publish: March 28 and April 4, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 2018-CP-0131-P IN RE: DONALD A. JONES, Deceased.

NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION The administration of the estate of DONALD A. JONES, deceased, FILE# 2018-CP0131-P, is pending in the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, Tavernier, Florida 33070. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

Any interested person upon whom this notice is served who intends to challenge the validity of the will, the qualifications of the personal representative, venue, or jurisdiction of the court, and all persons having

LEGAL NOTICES claims against this estate who are served with a copy of this notice, are required to file with this court such objection or claim within the later of three months after the date of the first publication of this notice or 30 days after the date of service of a copy of this notice on that person.

Persons having claims against the estate who are not known to the personal representative and whose names or addresses are not reasonably ascertainable must file all claims against the estate within three months after the date of the first publication of this notice.

ALL CLAIMS AND OBJECTIONS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. The date of the first publication of this notice is April 4, 2019.

Personal Representative: Lorraine M. Munn 155 Iroquois Street Tavernier, FL 33070 Attorney for Personal Representative: Gus H. Crowell, P.A. Florida Bar No. 280781 Post Office Box 777 Tavernier, FL 33070 Tel: (305) 852-3206 Fax: (305) 852-3242 Publish: April 4 and 11, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 2018-CP-0131-P IN RE: ESTATE OF DONALD A. JONES, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the Estate of DONALD A. JONES, deceased, whose date of death was August 30, 2018, is pending in the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, File Number Case No. 18-CP0131-P; the address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, Tavernier, FL 33070. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons who have claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, and who have been served a copy of this notice, must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.All other creditors of the decedent and other persons who have claims or made demands against the decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH

LEGAL NOTICES ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEAR OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENTS DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. FIRST DATE OF PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE IS APRIL 4, 2019.

Personal Representative: LORRAINE M. MUNN 155 Iroquois Street Tavernier, FL 33070 Attorney for Personal Representative: Gus H. Crowell, P.A. Florida Bar No. 280781 Post Office Box 777 Tavernier, FL 33070 Tel: (305) 852-3206 Fax: (305) 852-3242 Publish: April 4 & 11, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers

AUTOS WANTED

ALL YEARS! Junk or Used. Cars - Vans - Trucks- Running or Not. $ C A S H $ 3 0 5 - 3 3 2 - 0 4 8 3 AUTOS FOR SALE

BOAT SLIP FOR SALE

EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

HOMES FOR RENT

slip, C level at The BoatHouse, Located in Marathon. $ 7000.00 OBO John 305-289-5467

job requirements. Strong computer knowledge and competency required.

Full Time Position.

Please email resume to keyshumanresources61 @gmail.com

skills needed. Personable & outgoing.

Great working environment.

5000 Overseas Hwy, Marathon. 216-509-4400 HIRED IN LESS THAN A WEEK!

AC, W/D in unit. $2,000/ month F/L/S. 305-664-1204 RENTED IN LESS THAN A WEEK!

Experienced Diesel Technician wanted.

Tools and experience is a must. Electronic engine diagnostic experience preferred.

Opportunity for growth and training available for qualified applicants. Florida Keys Diesel Repair, 531 107th Street, Marathon. 305-2892070

HELP WANTED: PT/FT Cook and PT Server at small Tiki bar located on the water. Apply in person at Barnacle Barneys located behind Bluegreen Resort, 1688 Overseas Hwy, MM48, Marathon (305)743-7928 HIRED

City of Marathon - Job Openings: Building Inspector/Plans Examiner, Fi re f i g h te r / Pa ra m e d i c and Turtle Nest Surveyor.

EOE FULL BENEFITS Also hiring: Part-time (Temporary) Scanner. w w w.ci.marathon.fl.us

PRIVATE COLLECTOR WANTS Rolex, Dive watches and Pilot watches. Old model Military clocks & watches. Call 305-743-4578

EMPLOYMENT

Housekeeping position available. Apply in person at Blackfin Resort & Marina, 4650 Overseas Highway, Marathon. 305-743-2393 Dolphin Research Center - Gift Shop - Now hiring: FT & PT Sales Associate Apply in Person 58901 Overseas Hwy, Grassy Key, MM 59 IMMEDIATELY HIRING: Hideaway Cafe on Grassy Key: Food Runner, Busser, Dishwasher & Prep.

Call for appointment 3 0 5 - 2 8 9 - 1 5 5 4 .

REDUCED!!! Red 1986 Corvette convertible. Has its idiosyncrasies (it’s 33 years old!) but it sure is fun to drive, especially in the Keys. 118,000 miles. New transmission at 78,000, according to previous owner (a police officer in Illinois). New A/C compressor and condenser; new U-joint; roof is 4 years old; new tires. Automatic transmission.

AM-FM CD AUX USB stereo with remote and detachable face. Get it before I drive it back to Illinois. Located in Marathon. $6,500 OBO. 217-649-0007.

Searching for a motivated Medical Assistant for new doctor’s office in Marathon. Phlebotomy skills are a plus.

Competitive Pay. Email resume to jana@ midwaycare.org

GOLF CART FOR SALE

Cooks, Dishwashers and Food Preps needed.

Good pay and benefits.

EEO & Drug Free. Apply within at Keys Fisheries Restaurant 3390 Gulfview Ave, Marathon

Golf Cart, very good condition, 4 passenger, batteries approx..1 yr old.

Located in Marathon. $2,100.00 JERRY (305) 6641286.

BOATS FOR SALE

SELL YOUR BOAT HERE - Line ads start at $25/ week for 5 lines of copy!

Call 305-743-0844 to get your boat SOLD!! SOLD!! SOLD!!

REDUCED 2000 HydraSports 230CC w/225HP Johnson. 470 hours. Many extras. Located in Big Pine Key. $10,000. 734-904-2818 SOLD REDUCED: 2009 J14 Carolina Skiff-Mercury 25HP motor, trailer, custom cover. Located in Marathon. $3,750.

205746-6489 SOLD BOAT SLIP FOR SALE

BOAT SLIP FOR SALE - Indoor Hi-Dry boat

305.743.0844

Captain Pip’s Marina & Hideway - NOW HIRING: Full-Time Office Help, Dockhand, PartTime Landscaping, and Housekeeper. Drop off or mail application to: 1480 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050

Sea Dog Charters hiring Captains & Mates. Captains must have Master’s license.

People with great, fun personalities wanted.

Must be located near Marathon. Excellent pay for the right people.

305-743-8255.

ADMIN Support Position for Real Estate Office in Marathon - Monday thru Thursday 8:30 - 1:30.

Phone communications, Microsoft excel and word required. Please send resume to joanncook@ remax.net.

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR – Marathon. If you have a proven record as a positive, extremely reliable, self-starter capable of interacting with and supporting a wide range of individuals and diverse

FOOD FOR THOUGHT Organic Cafe hiring kitchen staff. Experience preferred, but willing to train. Apply in person. 5800 O/S Hwy. #23 Marathon BIKE REPAIR NEEDED. Regular maintenance for 8 spin bikes in Marathon. $$.

Call 305-775-9909.

The Island Gift Shops (Marooned In Marathon 1 & 2) are looking for happy responsible employees to complement our current staff. PART TIME HOURS in a fun environment (good fit for second job) and retirees are welcome! Apply in person at Marooned In Marathon, 11528 Overseas Highway.

Landscaping company seeking full-time laborers in Marathon.

Call 305-395-8294 Key Colony Inn NOW HIRING AM/PM SERVERS. Apply in person: 700 Ocean Drive, Key Colony Beach, FL or call for details: (305) 743-0100 SWEET SAVANNAH’S is now hiring for Afternoon and Evening shifts. Please apply in person 8919 Overseas Hwy. Marathon

HOBBIES/COLLECT.

LOT FOR SALE

Lot for Sale: Sombrero Beach Road - 75’ X 100’ canalfront, oceanview. 312-617-5665 SOLD IN LESS THAN A WEEK! RV FOR SALE

HOUSING FOR RENT

BONEFISH TOWERS 1 bdrm ,1 1/2 bath, Marina view unit. Annual rental, avail. April 15. $1700/ mo.

305-394-5948.

3BR/2BA For Rent in Key Largo. Unfurnished, Open plan, W/D, Blinds. Very large lot. $2,625/month + utilities. F/L/S 305-807-5338 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Plantation Key condo furnished with modern coastal décor. Pool and sauna. Electric and cable are tenants responsibility. $50 background fee for association approval.

No pets per association. $2000 month.

F-L-S. Available April 1, 2019 Call 305-664-7328 1BR/1BA Duplex $1,700/monthly + Utilities.

Centrally located in Islamorada, MM 80, 6 Month Lease, First/Security required.

Call 305-664-5023 9am-5pm, Mon-Fri NEED TENANTS? Line ads start at $25/week for 5 lines of copy!

Call 305-743-0844 today to get your property RENTED!

NEED EMPLOYEES? Line ads start at $25/ week for 5 lines of copy!

Call 305-743-0844 today

1BR/1BA House with detached Studio Apartment for rent in Key Largo (near Holiday Inn).

Fenced parking for boat/ RV/ 2-3 cars. $1,500/month F/L/S House is for salemonth to month lease. 216509-4400 RENTED! Marathon Waterfront rental - 2BR/2BA, Central AC, W/D included. Full furnished. 50’ Dock. No pets/No smoking. $1,500/ month F/L/S. 443-520-9485 RENTED IN LESS THAN A WEEK!

Sea Dell Motel hiring Evening Desk Clerk.

Some basic computer

Marathon 1/2 2BR/1BA. construction.

Experienced Help Only needed for all positions.

Apply in person MonFri 10-11am at Sunset Grille & Raw Bar, Knights Key Blvd.

Marathon

2BR/1.5BA - 1/2 Duplex.

Centrally located in Marathon. Furnished, W/D, dock, waterfront, covered parking. Long term - min.

6 month lease. Avail April 1. $2,100/month + utilities & security. 305-743-6463 RENTED

Duplex New Central

NEW 2019 RV Trailer for sale. Premier waterfront lot in well-maintained park in Marathon. Boat dock at your door with FREE 6-month dockage.

Never occupied, sleeps 4, electric fireplace, hardwood flooring, one slide-out, power awning, outside refrig. & stove built-in, LED lighting, and more. $39,900 – lot rent not included. Call (305) 7436020 2BR/1BA Mobile Home for Sale in Galway Bay, Marathon. 55+ Community.

Completely remodeled in 2014. New A/C. $53,900 OBO - Lot rent $1,240/ month.

928-580-3243

RV LOT FOR RENT

Large RV Lot for rent in Marathon. Full hook up. $800/month plus utilities.

3 0 5 - 9 4 2 - 0 7 8 9 MISC. FOR SALE

White aluminum awning windows with hurricane shutters. Good condition. 17 windows, 2 sliding doors. Can deliver.

3 0 5 - 3 8 9 - 5 2 9 1

YARD SALES

ESTATE SALE: 190 4th Street, Big Pine Key. Fri & Sat 9am-12 Noon. Fabulous antiques & antique furniture & clocks. Pottery, original art, general household, outdoor furniture & statuary, fishing equip., tools & more!

Susieskeywestestatesales. net

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES •

Job Title: IR Salesperson

FULL TIME OPENINGS LINE SERVICE PERSONNEL Greet and fuel aircraft.

Prior aviation experience preferred.

Clean driving record required.

CUSTOMER SERVICE Coordinate aircraft transactions.

Prior customer service experience a plus.

Competitive wages, excellent benefits and a fun work environment.

Contact Kris Later kris@marathonaviation.com (305) 743-3717 EOE/Drug-free workplace

Mel Fisher Expeditions, the worldwide leader in historic shipwreck recovery, is seeking a charismatic, proactive salesperson to be a part of our growing Investor Relations Department sales team. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated individual, have a proven record of accomplishments in sales, a passion for the sea, nautical history and shipwrecks, and exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Our mission is to locate, recover, and conserve these historic and priceless treasures of the deep and make them available to the general public.

Full-time position with benefits, a bonus plan, and 401k. We are family owned and have instilled a supportive family atmosphere in our workplace. Proven sales experience and history is necessary.

Training will be provided.

Please send resume to: hr@melfisher.com.

305.743.0844 CITY OF KEY COLONY BEACH Full-Time Position Assistant City Clerk

Duties include but are not limited to: full charge bookkeeping includes accounts payable, multiple bank reconciliations, deposit coding, payroll processing including funding federal deposits and filing quarterly reports, credit card reconciliations, petty cash disbursements and reconciliations.

Process rental applications, schedule safety inspections and issue business tax licenses. Administer property manager certification course and issue certifications. Attend committee meetings and record and transcribe minutes of proceedings. Provide staff support to code enforcement and law enforcement officers. Respond to public questions and requests.

Provide administrative support to City Clerk.

Salary: $48,000 minimum, DOQ Benefits include: Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance; Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays; and Retirement

Mel Fisher Expeditions is looking for an ambitious, outgoing, self-driven individual to provide sales support to our Investor Relations department.

We are the world leader in historic shipwreck recovery.

Our mission is to locate, recover, and conserve these historic and priceless treasures of the deep and make them available to the general public.

Full time position with benefits, a bonus plan, and a 401K. We are family owned and have instilled a supportive family atmosphere in our workplace. No experience necessary for the right individual.

Training will be provided.

Please send resume to: hr@melfisher.com

Qualifications: Business-related Associates Degree; requires high level of financial/accounting skills; must be proficient in QuickBooks and Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook; excellent customer service skills; ability to multi-task, ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; requires a high degree of initiative and independent judgment; ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with commission, staff, and public.

Application form can be found at www.keycolonybeach.net; see “City Government” then “Forms” Equal Opportunity Employer Submit resume and application by mail or in person to: City of Key Colony Beach City Hall 600 West Ocean Drive & 7th St. P.O. Box 510141 Key Colony Beach, FL 33051 Or email to clerk2@keycolonybeach.net

HIRING:

Maintenance position with 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 sholt@fkoc.org.

No phone calls.

SUDOKU

SOLUTION

Mel Fisher's Treasures is seeking a reliable part-time Security Guard. The ideal candidate for this position has a professional and positive disposition.

No experience or certification required; will train. Please submit your information to hr@melfisher.com. Today's the Day!!

Like working in a fun, fast paced environment?

Starting pay averaging $14.00/hour.

NOW HIRING

FULL-TIME OFFICE HELP • DOCKHAND PART-TIME LANDSCAPING • HOUSEKEEPER DROP OFF OR MAIL APPLICATION TO

1480 OVERSEAS HIGHWAY, MARATHON, FL 33050

NOW HIRING

Full or Part Time Guest Services

Answer phones, take reservations, greet customers with a smile.

Cashier responsibilities, must be able to multi task.

Full or Part Time Dive Instructor

Established retailer now hiring Part-Time & Full-Time Retail Associates to work in our Marathon & Key West locations.

Responsible for safely guiding guests through in-water encounters.

Must enjoy working with people and have a passion for marine life.

Full-Time Benefits: Commissions, Health Ins., Paid Time Off, 401k Plan, Profit Sharing, Generous Employee Merchandise Discounts.

Duties include taking orders from customers, handling cash, cooking and serving. Must be 18 yrs. or older.

Part-Time Benefits: Flexible Schedules, Generous Employee Merchandise Discounts.

Please call 786-351-0208 or 305-453-9604.

Part Time Café Help

Part Time Morning Landscaping & Maintenance Please apply in person at Aquarium Encounters 11710 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES •

CoCo’s General Store

NOW HIRING: Full-time & Part-time Deli and/or Retail Sales.

Must be available on weekends.

Apply in person at 50 Coco Plum Drive, Marathon 305-743-7743

We Buy Gold Locally!

Cash Flow Jewelry and Pawn Townsquare Mall Marathon

305.743.0844

Sweet Savannah’s Bake Shop

is now hiring for Afternoon & Evening Shifts.

Please Apply In Person 8919 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

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

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

The Hammocks at Marathon

NOW HIRING Chief Steward Maitre D’ Common Area Houseman Room Attendants PM Engineering Pizza Cook Host – Am/Pm Pastry Overnight Prep Cook Bartenders Servers Line Cooks Bellman Reservations Sales Agent Spa Coordinator

$1,000 Sign-on Bonus!

• Housekeeper • Guest Services/Relief Night Auditor

GREAT BENEFITS:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 4 Weeks Paid Time Off 401(k) with Company Match & much more

PART TIME POSITION AVAILABLE $1,000 Sign-on Bonus!

Part Time Guest Services/Relief Night Auditor

TO APPLY:

Online > jobs.bluegreenvacations.com

Apply in person

If you have a passion for guest service and hospitality, please apply online at www.bungalowskeylargo.com

In Person > The Hammocks at Marathon 1688 Overseas Highway, Gulf Side, Mile Marker 48, Marathon

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

Bungalows Key Largo is an EOE

Or Call > Andre at 305.743.9009

NOW HIRING

Both full or part time positions available at Hyatt Place at Faro Blanco Resort.

Line Cook, Servers, Host, Housekeepers, Night Auditor, Reservations Agent and Food Runners.

Excellent Benefit Package Apply in person at 1996 Overseas Highway or online at www.spottswood.com EOE/m/f/d/v

NOW HIRING Key Largo, Tavernier & Marathon Locations

EOE m/f/d/v

JOB OPENINGS GUEST SERVICE AGENT TELEPHONE AGENT NIGHT AUDITOR Excellent Benefit Package EOE M/F/D/V

SCAN FOR JOB

FULL TIME JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Apply on line at Spottswood.com/careers

ASSISTANT MANAGER / MANAGER DEVELOPMENT CANDIDATES $15 per hour Immediate Openings available at all locations.

FT Employees are eligible to participate in our health, dental, vision, Life Insurance. PTO and Profit Sharing is available to every member of our team (conditions apply).

HOW TO APPLY: Go to mytomthumb.com or call Cleveland (786) 295-5307.

eoe

Front Desk; Doormen/Greeters; Spa & Retail; Activity Coordinators; Housekeepers; House-Person; Public Area Attendant; Laundry Attendant; Host; Bartender; Servers; Bar Backs; Food Runners; Cashier; Line Cook; Pizza Cook; Pantry Cook; Stewarding; Storeroom attendant and more.

Please stop by for application or contact us at 305.481.9451 Isla Bella Beach Resort 1 Knights Key Blvd, (MM 47) • Marathon, FL, 33050

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WE’VE MOVED!

The Visitor’s Center…not Pigeon Key to Faro Blanco Resort & Yacht Club 2010 Overseas Highway Call for tour information (305) 743-5999

Only $12 Includes: Guided Tour Museum Ferry Boat Ride

www.pigeonkey.net • (305) 743-5999

Let’s go Fishing!

MARATHON LADY DOCKS U.S.1 at Vaca Cut Bridge Mile Marker 53 Marathon, FL

305.743.5580

Marathon Lady • 73’ Party Boat

MEET SEA TURTLES AT THE TURTLE HOSPITAL OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. CALL 305-743-2552 FOR RESERVATIONS. 2396 Overseas Highway Gulf, Marathon

www.MARATHONLADY.net

www.turtlehospital.org

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FOR SALE

BY OWNER

227 Anglers Drive So. #202, Marathon A BOATERS DREAM HOME Everything you can imagine is here - for so much less than surrounding properties. Fully updated kitchen. No Hurricane damage! Check it out - Brand new docks - cleaning station ice maker - HEATED - large SALT WATER pool!

3be/2ba • 1550 SqFt • $499,000

To see this property call 508-922-1010 or email ctaboater@gmail.com

(go to Zillow.com for more info)

65821 Overseas Hwy #309 Long Key, Monroe County

Very well maintained and updated 2 bedroom and 1 full bathroom with1 half bathroom pre-fab home. Amenities included are swimming pool, tennis, basketball courts, clubhouse, laundry facilities, boat dockage, boat ramp, full-time security for gated community, mini store with gas for vehicles and boats. Call Art Davis for showing or more information. For Sale in OUTDOOR RESORTS for $255,000

Art Davis BROKER

305-409-0420 arturodavis@bellsouth.net

NOW OPEN FOR LUNCH! Mon-Sat 11 am - 2:30 pm

NOW HIRING Established Retailer is now hiring part time and full time retail associates to work in our Key West and Marathon locations.

Starting pay averaging $14 per hour with Full Time Benefits to include; Commissions Health Insurance Paid Time Off 401K Plan Profit Sharing Employee Merchandise Discounts Part Time Benefits to include; Flexible Schedule Employee Merchandise Discounts

Please fax resume to 305 453-9604 or call 786 351-0208, 305 453-9194

My New Joint

OPEN FOR DINNER!

Mon-Sat 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm

No Reservations Needed 4 2 9 0 O / S H W Y. • M A R AT H O N • 3 0 5 - 7 4 3 - 3 3 1 4

ART GALLERY

4:20-6:30 DAILY HAPPY HOUR OPEN 4:20-MIDNIGHT TUES-SAT | FULL BAR | HAPPY HOUR 4:20-6:30 | RAW BAR | LIVE MUSIC | 16 TAPS 150 BOTTLED & CANNED BEERS | MM 22.5 OCEANSIDE, CUDJOE KEY | FLORIDA KEYS | MYNEWJOINT420LOUNGE.COM

Over 60 Local Artists AFFORDABLE FRAMING PAINTINGS • PHOTOGRAPHY • GIFTS FUSED GLASS • CERAMICS • JEWELRY PAINT & SIP PARTIES

(305) 998-4165 • 2888 O/S HWY, MARATHON • MM 48.5

$10 BLUE PLATE LUNCH SPECIAL OPEN TUESDAY-SATURDAY | LUNCH 11:00-2:30 | DINNER 5:00-10:00 | MM 22.5 OCEANSIDE CUDJOE KEY | FLORIDA KEYS | 305-745-8880 | SQUAREGROUPERBARANDGRILL.COM

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES •

OCEAN KEY RESORT & SPA IS HIRING! • FT Assistant Controller • FT Engineer • FT Front Desk Agent • FT Sous Chef • FT Reservations Agent • FT Bell Valet Attendant • PT Shirt Shack Sales @ at Sunset Pier

Top pay for Trim Carpenter.

Must have own tools/transportation and bilingual a plus. Call Sammy @ 305-522-4166.

Come see why our employees love to call Ocean Key home!

Great pay, amazing benefits, & an awesome team!

EOE

Shell World Key Largo, seeking engaging, dependable, experienced person(s) to work with the team at Mile Marker 97.5, Full-time and part-time opportunities available, some weekend and evening hours. Opportunities for advancement, great benefits, competitive salary and flexible hours.

Please stop by and fill out application or Fax resume to 305-852-9639.

We are now hiring for the following positions:

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

4290 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

Key West

Full & Part Time Tellers Bi-Lingual (Spanish) Customer Service Rep. Administrative Assistant-Treasury Mgt. Loan Processor Controller Full Time-Teller

Key Largo

Customer Service Representative Loan Originator Treasury Managment Rep. D’Asign Source is seeking the following professionals.

Overtime and benefits are available.

For full details & additional openings, please visit DAsignSource.com/careers

Warehouse & Delivery Crew D’Asign Source is looking for a hardworking Warehouse & Delivery Crew member. Must have reliable transportation, be on time and organized. Must have a valid driver’s license. CDL a plus.

Home Décor Sales Assists customers on the sales floor, determines needs, designs and proposes solutions, helps with selections, processes sales orders, follows through until delivery and installation to customers’ satisfaction.

Landscape & Outdoor Environments Sales

MARATHON GARBAGE SERVICE

Join Our Team!

Marathon & Islamorada Branches

Apply online at: https://www.noblehousehotels.com/careers Apply in person at: Zero Duval St.

305.743.0844

An outdoor design and decor specialist that works well with clients.

Producing designs, selections, and sales processing. Follows through with support for install teams and client expectations.

Interior Designer Apply knowledge & creative skills to contribute to the success of our high-end design center. Must possess a good sales background and a history of achievement in quality projects.

Apply Online @KeysBank.com/careers

We offer 401k, 401a, profit sharing, educational reimbursement, health/dental plans, short/long term disability, and life insurance, as well as paid time off and holidays for full-time employees.

Equal Housing Lender

EOE-M/F/V/D

Member FDIC

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LET’S DO BUSINESS - 305.743.0844

SOLAR DONE RIGHT! CALL US FOR A FREE HOME ESTIMATE

We also service and sell: Marine A/C, Refrigeration, Watermakers, Batteries, Solar Systems, Anything Electrical!

• SINCE 1976 •

305-289-1150

Florida Solar Contractor CVC 56734

www.saltenergy.net www.saltservice.net 2992 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050

Tewes Mortgage

Your local, residential lending expert!

Call 305.495.6000

Kitchen Cabinets Sales REAL Wood Cabinets at Particle Board Prices KitchenKorner/Fred's Beds 1333 O/S Hwy, MM 53.5 • 305-743-7277

for a FREE Consultation

Brian Tewes

Customer service is my strength Brian@tewesmortgage.com

NMLS# 375025 Tewes Mortgage NMLS# 1453791 NMLSConsumerAccess.org

www.TewesMortgage.com

Licensed & Insured Contractor # CACO53827

NEW ENGLAND FIBERGLASS Outboard Motor Painting Gelcoat and Fiberglass Repairs (305) 304-3610

ARTIC TEMP, INC. Let our 40+ years of experience go to work for you!

For professional, competitive travel planning Call Debbie or Lani at 305 743 7575 Business hours: MON-TUE-THU-FRI 9am to 4pm Appointments by request.

Only $50 Puts Your Business Card Here

Air Conditioning & Refrigeration

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

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

Lic#SP-3562

Rent the Legendary Keys Cruisers $45 per week includes baskets-locks-lights

We also rent Kayaks

Free Delivery, Free Pick Up & Free Snow Removal Marathon and Key Colony Beach

305-743-3204

www.bikemarathonbikerentals.com

The Weekly Newspapers www.KeysWeekly.com

305-743-0844

Fax: (305) 743-6887

We Do Installations!

Licensed & Insured

FREE ESTIMATES U.S.1 & 109th St, Marathon (Across from Beall’s Outlet)

289-3019

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LET’S DO BUSINESS - 305.743.0844

Angel Lewis

VACATION RENTALS

305-390-2315 WWW.KEYSRENTALSONLINE.COM

NEW & REPAIR

305-664-0099 www.TikiHuts.com

Home & Offices Expertly Cleaned Fast Dependable Service

MASTER MARINE SURVEYOR SERVING ALL THE KEYS

cell: e-mail:

9141 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050 www.karenraspe.com

Barbara Sanchez

CERTIFIED MARINE SURVEYS 305-743-3368 305-240-4487 mhms@juno.com CAPTAIN DAVID A. FOLEY

Realtor 305-393-9010 karenraspe@bellsouth.net

STATE CERTIFIED THATCHING CONTRACTOR CYC 000002

MARCH HARE MARINE SERVICES

office:

Karen Raspe

COMPANIES

General Contractors & Engineers

“We Clean Your Place, Like it Was Our Place”

Excellent References Upon Request

305-766-0819 305-924-0179

Nails by Ivis

SPALLING REPAIRS CONCRETE RESTORATION

EC 13005589 CGC 1521939

CGC 1515665 • CFC 1428730

New Construction • Remodels • Additions & More!

Manicures • Pedicures Acrylics • Gelish • Facials • Waxing

5177 Overseas Highway

(Between Office Depot & Main Post Office)

Marathon, FL 33050 305-289-1631

www.marathonhairandnailsalon.com

y’s www.KeysSlidingGlassDoorRepair.com And Sliding Glass Door Repair Roller Maintenance Track Maintenance Door Alignment Security Pins Safety Locks Handles

We Also Repair & Replace Patio Door Screens

305-998-8953 Insured • Professional • Reliable

Only $50 Puts Your Business Card Here

Specializing in Color and Highlights Haircuts Keratin Treatments 5177 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050 (Between Office Depot and Main Post Office)

305-289-1631 www.marathonhairandnailsalon.com

Sportfishing Adventures

Dolphin-Tuna-Wahoo-Billfish-Snapper-Grouper-Shark Deep Sea –Off Shore-Reef-Wrecks-Gulf

info@johnnymaddoxcharters.com

305-481-3259

- Spalling Repairs - Modular Homes - Remodels

3980 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050 (305) 743-5384

YOGA

YOGA Mat Trapeze Paddle Board Group/Private

METAL ROOFING

Land Sky Water

SPECIALIST 305-664-1010 www.roofer.pro

LICENSED CFC1427241

10700 5TH AVENUE GULF P. O. BOX 500995 MARATHON, FLORIDA KEYS 33050

Keys Fisheries Market & Marina Mile Marker 48.5, Marathon End of 35th Street Bayside

Debra Leeann Wilson Debra Leeann305-743-2588 Wilson

Specializing in all your hurricane protection needs Licensed & Insured - LIC#CGC1523201

305-743-2588 www.yogatrapezefloridakeys.com

www.artbodysoul.net www.yogatrapezefloridakeys.com | ww.artbodysoul.net

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Formerly American Caribbean Real Estate Middle & Lower Keys 305Ǧ743Ǧ7636 www.KeysRealEstate.com

30 E Cahill Ct, Big Pine Key

5/3 ● 2,322 SF ● Deep Water Canal ● 200ft Dockage Large in ground pool ● 2 storage sheds ● New AC Unit Spacious Concrete Home ● Approved Rebuild Permit Home is ready for complete remodel allowing your own vision MLS# 579056 ● Offered at $524,900 MICHELE ADAMS • 305-849-1270

113 Pirates Cove Drive, Marathon

3/2.1 ● 2,902 SF ● Premier gated subdivision Concrete dockage ● 30’ cut in boat slip ● Open water views 6ft Draft ● Living room w/ bar ● Breakfast Nook Spacious Workshop ● Beautifully maintained Home and Property MLS# 584792 ● Offered at $1,290,000 GINGER HENDERSON • 305-731-5751

14 47th Street Gulf, Marathon

1/1 plus sleeping loft ● 848 SF ● Custom built ● Modern interior Room for expansion ● 2 Covered porches ● Direct Gulf access Impact windows and doors ● 2 Boat lifts ● Gated ● Furnished Storage Shed ● Established Landscaping ● Motivated Seller MLS# 582099 ● Offered at $599,000 KIM RABITO-SHOW • 305-304-8591

979 Ocotillo Ln, Marathon

3/2 ● 1,704 SF ● Charming “Keys style” home ● Large kitchen Florida room & master bedroom access brick pavered pool area Vaulted tongue & groove ceilings ● Deep canal & dockage w/ boat Lift Fish cleaning station ● Tiki Hut ● Fenced back yard ● Storage shed MLS# 583289 ● Offered at $895,000 LINDSAY RABITO-LEONARD • 305-481-4571

123 Calle Ensueno, Marathon

4/3 ● 2,192 SF ● Concrete Home ● Well maintained Manicured large lot w/ grass and Mature Trees ● 80’ dockage Protected and Covered Parking and Storage ● Upstairs Porch Wide canal with a nice view ● 3 blocks from the beach ● Priced to Sell MLS# 584872 ● Offered at $999,000 KATHRYN RUMMERY • 305-731-9579

311 Sombrero Beach Rd, Marathon

10,000 SF Lot ● Cleared ● Canal front with active dock permit Centrally located ● Walking distance to school and beach Great boating access, kayaking, and paddle boarding Major Price Reduction MLS# 582276 ● Offered at $299,000 KIM RABITO-SHOW • 305-304-8591

109 Santa Barbara, Marathon

2/2 ● 1,600 SF ● Custom built CBS single family home Extremely maintenance free w/much attention to detail Beautifully designed kitchen & baths ● Finished garage & storage room Large patio overlooking deep water canal ● Trex dockage & davits MLS# 580229 ● Offered at $799,500 LINDSAY RABITO-LEONARD • 305-481-4571

850 63rd Street Ocean, Marathon

2/3 ● 1,287 SF ● Well maintained single family CBS home Canal front w/ 80’ of concrete dockage ● 2 Car covered parking Large porch ● Separate laundry room ● Enclosed storage area Stainless steel appliances ● Impact windows & doors MLS# 584179 ● Offered at $825,000 KATHRYN RUMMERY • 305-731-9579

390 4th Street, Key Colony Beach

2/2 ● 960 SF ● Charming east facing half duplex ● Motivated seller Custom designed bathrooms & kitchen w/new appliances ● Tiled floors 30’ concrete dock on quiet canal ● Qualifies for lower flood rates MLS# 579749 ● Offered at $449,000 JODY OWEN • 305-923-1902 LYNN B. LUCAS • 305-393-0559

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