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FREE SHUTTLE?

Council hears proposal to reduce traffic | P.4

$$ FOR EVENTS

TDC funds programs for coming year | P.12

THE LAW WINS

Lobster mini-season unfolds in Keys | P.18

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IF A COP CALLS FOR MONEY, IT’S NOT A COP IT’S A CON.

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / JULY 26, 2018

The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office reminds all residents:

NEVER PAY FOR ANYTHING OVER THE PHONE USING PREPAID GIFT CARDS! •

Florida Keys residents have been conned out of thousands of dollars by thieves falsely claiming to be law enforcement. Sometimes they use real numbers and real police officer names. DON’T BE FOOLED!

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DON’T BELIEVE THE SCAMMERS WHO CALL YOU! They may claim you have missed jury duty! They may claim you have a warrant for your arrest! They may claim you owe the IRS money! They may claim you are past due on your utility bills! They may claim you have issues with your health or car insurance! THESE ARE SCAMS!

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As soon as the caller mentions PREPAID GIFT CARDS, HANG UP! Real law enforcement, the IRS, utility, insurance and computer companies, among others, will NEVER ask for payment using PREPAID GIFT CARDS!

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If you receive such a call, HANG UP! Report the call to police.

Sheriff Rick Ramsay 305-292-7000 Callers who wish to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 866-471-8477.

Tips can be submitted online at www.floridakeyscrimestoppers.com or via a text message using the smartphone app called P3 Phone. Tips can also be submitted via social media such as Facebook, Instagram or Twitter using the @CrimeStoppers305 hashtag.

LOCAL CHATTER

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / JULY 26, 2018

By Jason Koler and Sarah Kelley Lobster mini-season, or sport season. You either love it or hate it. For visitors, those last few days of July form lasting memories of boating and water sports.

But sometimes locals complain of trash, rude behavior and traffic both on and off the water. The environment takes a beating while the local economy gets a shot in the arm. We asked ‌

How do you feel about lobster mini-season? “It’s my understanding that mini-season was invented for the locals; a way for us to enjoy our natural resources,� said local business owner Brian Dougherty. “I don’t believe that’s the result of it at all. All that happens during mini-season is the ‘weekend warriors’ come down here and eat up our resources like locusts. I’d love it to just stop.�

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Islamorada Nearshore Waters Committee member Dianne Harbaugh said, “This is a tough question. I feel that miniseason is not good for the Keys. [But] we do business with them, as they buy things here.�

Michael Kelley, vice president of Coral Reef Park Company, said, “Lobster mini-season ought to be discontinued. The poaching problems and the ensuing traffic quagmire offset the minuscule benefit to the local economy.�

“I think it’s a great way to create revenue for the village, as well as the hospitality industry,� said Hog Heaven bartender Hayley Rosser. “Here and there, you definitely get people from out of town that don’t necessarily know what they’re doing, but it’s good for the village and the workers.�

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Number of recreational lobster hunters who participated in the recreational mini-season statewide in 2016, according to the office of Gov. Rick Scott.

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t’s no secret traffic in Islamorada gets clogged on certain stretches of U.S. 1, and in an effort to reduce the number of cars on the road, the village is considering a shuttle service through Miami-based startup Freebee.

As the name suggests, the rides are free.

Islamorada Village Council members heard from Jason Spiegel, managing partner of Freebee, at their July 19 meeting.

The cost to the village, unsubsidized, would be about $85,000 a year, including a driver, for shuttle service from Thursday morning through Sunday evenings.

“But with a subsidy we can get it down to $20,000 to $40,000 annually,” Spiegel said.

Subsidies could come through Florida Department of Transportation grants and advertising from local businesses.

“The great part about this transportation solution is there are many creative ways to fund this. The biggest subsidy is advertising on the vehicle - a brand like a hospital or local restaurant can wrap the vehicle and that subsidizes the program,” Spiegel said.

The cars are similar to a large golf cart, and can transport five people at a time. Rides are requested through Freebee’s mo-

bile app and riders are shuttled from door to door.

The only downside, council members agreed, is that Freebee is limited to Upper Matecumbe, because the electric cars do not reach speeds over 35 mph and would not be able to go over

SLOW RIDE, TAKE IT EASY Islamorada considers Matecumbe shuttle service

“The great part about this transportation solution is there are many creative ways to fund this.”

—Jason Spiegel, managing partner of Freebee

ON THE COVER FWC Officer Mark Oldsen inspects an illegal catch back at the dock. Three men allegedly started lobstering an hour too early. See story, page 18. IAN WILSON/Keys Weekly

the bridges on both ends of the island.

No vote was taken on the ride service, but it will appear again on the village council agenda, most likely around budget time, said Village Manager Seth Lawless.

The council also heard from the public about the village’s proposed pedestrian bridge, which has been discussed for more than a year.

The $2.5 million project is expected to begin in November 2019 and will take about a year.

Bill Kelly, a 42year resident of Plantation Key, said he’s “rather dismayed” about the bridge and thinks it will be a distraction when motorists come around the bend at Founders Park.

“We have a robust and growing business community, but to put a pedestrian bridge across this highway for six days of events seems absolutely ludicrous to me,” he said.

Council member Deb Gillis said she has found most people want a temporary bridge.

“It’s not cost-effective to build a temporary bridge,” she said. “The idea is to help the traffic flow. There’s not a lot of people who have a positive view about this.”

The council took no action on the bridge plans.

COMMUNITY NEWS

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / JULY 26, 2018

ISLAMORADA, VILLAGE OF ISLANDS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

KEYS HISTORY

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, August 9, 2018 at 5:30 P.M., the Village Council of Islamorada, Village of Islands will hold a public hearing at Founders Park Community Center located at 87000 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, Florida. The purpose of the public hearing is to consider the following item:

FKEC’s first public electric Fairbanks Morse generator. JERRY WILKINSON COLLECTION

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ohn Jay Philbrick established the Key West Electric Company circa 1889. It was the first of its kind in the Florida Keys. Competition arrived circa 1897 in the form of an electric plant developed by William Curry Son’s Company.

In later years, Philbrick’s KWEC would purchase the operation. As Key West grew, as well as the demand for service, so did the KWEC. In 1943, the KWEC was incorporated into the Key West utility City Electric.

It was not until the later 1930s that electricity would become available outside of Key West. Tavernier’s H.S. “Mac” McKenzie worked with Florida Power and Lighting to build a small electric plant. Located behind the Tavernier Hotel, it was powered by a single 50-horsepower diesel generator. Electric lines stretched for about a mile between Tavernier’s Coconut Row and today’s Driftwood Trailer Park.

Service hours were limited to 5 to 10 a.m. and 5 to 10 p.m. On Saturday nights, the electricity was left running until midnight. McKenzie’s plant served about 37 customers.

Following McKenzie, Alonzo Cothron built a private electric plant to serve a small community on Upper Matecumbe Key. Like

McKenzie, Cothron offered service for limited hours in the mornings and evenings. His operation served about 22 customers. The same story, more or less, repeated itself in Marathon where Captain Bill Thompson, for example, operated a private electric plant to power his properties and likely those of a few neighbors.

President Franklin Roosevelt’s Rural Electrification Administration helped unify these private operations by offering federally funded loans to bring electricity to rural communities. In order to qualify for the funds, a group of 300 members, or future customers, had to sign up.

A $5 membership fee was required.

Securing 300 members was no easy task. Marathon resident Allen Parrish purchased 20 memberships to reach the goal. On Jan. 22, 1940, the Florida Keys Electric Cooperative Association Inc. was certified by the secretary of state. The office address read: Marathon Grocery, Marathon, Florida.

In the general time frame that Key West’s City Electric formed, an electric plant with three diesel generators began operating in Tavernier. Two portable generators served Marathon. City Electric has since become the Utility Board of the City of Key West, operating as Keys Energy Services and providing service from Key West to the Seven Mile Bridge. Learning more will be easy: the Key West Art & Historical Society’s exhibit “Keys Energy: Powering Paradise for 75 Years” opens July 27.

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

SECOND READING: AN ORDINANCE OF ISLAMORADA, VILLAGE OF ISLANDS, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 18 “NUISANCES” OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY AMENDING ARTICLE I “IN GENERAL” TO ESTABLISH SECTION 18-29 ENTITLED "PLASTIC STRAWS" TO PROHIBIT THE DISTRIBUTION, SALE OR USE OF SINGLE-USE PLASTIC STRAWS AND SINGLE-USE PLASTIC STIRRERS WITHIN THE VILLAGE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF ALL CODE PROVISIONS AND ORDINANCES INCONSISTENT WITH THIS ORDINANCE; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE VILLAGE CODE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE A copy of the item may be reviewed at the Village Administrative Center and Public Safety Headquarters, 86800 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, Florida.

Affected parties may appear at the public hearing, be heard and submit evidence with respect to the application.

Pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, anyone wishing to appeal any decision made by the Islamorada Village Council with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing will need a record of the proceedings and, for such purpose, may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, prepared by a court reporter at the appellant’s expense; such record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

ADA Assistance: In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, all persons who are disabled and who need special accommodations to participate in this meeting because of that disability should contact the ADA Coordinator at (305) 664-6448 or by email at ADA@islamorada.fl.us no later than five (5) days before the scheduled meeting.

Two or more members from various Village committees may be present at this meeting.

Kelly S. Toth, CMC Village Clerk

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SAVE THE DATE Friday, July 27 • Leadership Monroe recruitment from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Cheeca Lodge, Islamorada.

Saturday, July 28 • Dog Days of Summer adoption event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at West Marine, MM 81.9.

Wednesday, Aug. 1 • Keysstrong.org hurricane support group at noon at Key Largo library.

• Opening of “Pushing the Envelope” exhibit from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at History of Diving Museum, Islamorada.

• Technical Diving exhibit opens at 5:30 p.m. at History of Diving Museum, MM 82.

Friday, Aug. 3 • Block Party from 6 to 10 p.m., bike path at MM 104.

Saturday, Aug. 4 • Breakfast from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., at Key Largo Civic Club, 209 Ocean Bay Drive.

Tuesday, Aug. 7 • National Night Out from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Key Largo Community Park.

Sunday, Aug. 19 • Keysstrong.org hurricane support group at noon at St. James the Fisherman, Islamorada.

Monday, Aug. 20 • Keysstrong.org hurricane support group at noon at Key Largo library.

Thursday, Aug. 23 • Keysstrong.org hurricane support group at noon at St. James the Fisherman, Islamorada.

Saturday, Sept. 1 • Key West Brewfest Sept. 5 • Keysstrong.org hurricane support group at noon at Key Largo library.

Sept. 28-30 • Upper Keys Take Stock in Children Backcountry Challenge. backcountrychallenge.com.

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

LOVIN’ IT

Family-owned McDonald’s opens in Key Largo

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he Key Largo Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting on July 21 for a new McDonald’s restaurant at MM101. The restaurant is the second location owned by LCL Food Services – the Lopez family – in the Upper Keys.

Guests were treated to music, raffles, animal balloons and face painting to celebrate the opening.

“It is so nice to know that LCL is a family-owned and -operated restaurant,” said Chamber Of Commerce Chairman Roberto Alonso, “that is looking forward to supporting … the local schools and this great community.”

—Weekly staff report

VIDEO DAVE/Contributed Top: Chamber Of Commerce Chairman Roberto Alonso, center, joins LCL Food Services’ Lopez family, Sophia, Anthony, Leo, and Cindy as well as the general manager Heather Williams and area supervisor Doris Rey for a ribbon cutting at the new Key Largo McDonald’s located at MM 101.

Above: Jayden Moreno goes all out with his face painting choice. The youngster, with his dad, Eric Moreno, attended the grand opening of the new Key Largo McDonald’s.

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A background check is required.

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9. On closer inspection, that huge teenage party you saw on Instagram was in your kitchen.

8. You have resorted to serving Lunchables at dinner.

7. Your 8-year-old is binge-watching “The View” and says Whoopi Goldberg “gets me.”

6. You keep checking state marijuana laws like they might change overnight.

5. Even you hate the beach at this point.

4. You lie about other families being on vacation to avoid yet another play date. (We know you did!)

3. You grind your teeth when you hear the LEGOs being poured on the floor.

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2. The dog has still not grown his hair back.

1. You text their teacher, “Hey what’s up?” like it’s a booty call.

• The second tax installment for 2018 will be mailed out on August 31, 2018.

• Local Business Taxes may be renewed July 1, 2018. The 2018 Business tax expires September 30, 2018 and becomes delinquent on October 1, 2018.

• Transient Rental Fraud HOTLINE # 1-855-422-4540 “Remain Anonymous” • Notice to All owners of Rental Property: Pursuant to Monroe County Ordinance 23-85; Every owner, Manager, Rental agent or association engaged in the business of renting accommodations on a daily, weekly, monthly or yearly basis, must pay for each rental unit an amount of $20.00 per unit to the Monroe County Tax Collector.

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MONROE COUNTY

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / JULY 26, 2018

A summary of the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority's proposed annual budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2019 is presented below. This proposed budget was presented at a public hearing on June 27, 2018 in Key West and on July 25, 2018 in Marathon. A final public hearing will be held in Tavernier on August 22, 2018. The Authority's Board must adopt a budget at least thirty days before the beginning of its fiscal year (October 1). The complete budgetc an be found on the Authority's website, www.fkaa.com, under the July 25, 2018 budget public hearing agenda.

Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority Proposed Summary Budget For the fiscal year ending September 30, 2019

Utility operating revenue Interest income System development fees and other income Special assessments or appropriations Proceeds from issuance of debt, net of issue costs

Total budgeted sources of funds

2018 Budget

Proposed 2019 budget

$ 60,717,000 300,000 1,648,000 -

$ 64,586,000 500,000 1,664,000 -

62,665,000

66,750,000

Total budgeted uses of funds Operating expenses (excluding depreciation) Capital improvement projects Debt service

49,119,700 16,250,000 8,864,000

52,360,300 9,563,500 8,874,000

Total budgeted uses of funds

74,233,700

70,797,800

Excess sources available for reserves and other uses Estimated beginning cash and investments

(11,568,700) 50,634,700

(4,047,800) 39,066,000

Estimated ending cash and investments

$ 39,066,000

$ 35,018,200

TOURISM HAS ITS REWARDS TDC awards money for Upper Keys events KATIE ATKINS

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hat goes around comes around, and the millions of tourist dollars spent on hotels and vacation rentals in the Florida Keys each year have circled back into event funding through the county’s Tourist Development Council.

In its second round of giving this year, the TDC has announced individual awards for events which draw visitors to the Keys and keep them coming back. The first round was for capital improvement projects through nonprofits, announced in late June.

The money comes from the bed tax levied on hotel rooms and vacation rentals. The TDC’s District Advisory Committees awarded money for the following events in the Upper Keys.

Some have already occurred.

Islamorada, DAC IV | Upcoming events: Florida Keys Poker Paddle Sept. 7-9 Florida Key Poker Paddle Inc. $10,000 Swim for Alligator Lighthouse: Sept. 14-17 Friends of the Pool, Inc. $25,000 Conch Scramble “On The Water” Golf Tournament: Sept. 29-30 Conch Foundation of the Upper Keys, Inc. $10,000

Mad Dog Mandich Fishing Classic: October, dates not set Mad Dog Mandich Fishing Classic, LLC $10,000 Mote’s 2nd Annual Islamorada Ocean Fest: A Community Celebration: Oct. 13 Mote Marine Laboratory Inc. $10,000 Islamorada Half Marathon & 10K, Beach N’ Beer Mile: Dec. 6-9 Islamorada Running Company LLC $20,000 Past: 27th Annual Florida Keys Island Fest Islamorada Chamber of Commerce Inc. $20,000 Uncorked - Key Largo & Islamorada Food & Wine Festival Key Largo Merchants Association Inc. $15,000 Total DAC IV awards: $140,000 CANCELLED P1 Islamorada Grand Prix, Presented by Mercury Racing Powerboat P1 (USA) LLC $20,000

Key Largo Upcoming events: REEF Fest 2018: Sept. 20-23 Reef Environmental Education Foundation Incorporated $15,000 Orange Bowl Swim Classic and Winter Training: December Upper Keys Community Pool Inc. $40,000 Past: Jimmy Johnson’s National Championship Fishing Week CI Management Group Inc. $25,000 Key Largo Brew on the Bay Rotary Club of Key Largo Charitable Events Inc. $15,000 Key Largo’s Original Music Festival Key Largo Merchants Association Inc. $40,000 Uncorked - Key Largo & Islamorada Food & Wine Festival Key Largo Merchants Association Inc. $25,000 Total Dac V awards: $160,000

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PICTURE OF THE WEEK

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / JULY 26, 2018

MANGROVE HIGHWAY A favorite place to escape the summer sun is deep within the mangrove tunnels of Key Largo. With miles of trails to explore, you never really know what you might find or how long you’ll even be gone. Take your time, go slow, and be observant. Also remember to bring plenty of water.

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ENVIRONMENT

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / JULY 26, 2018

SCOTT ISSUES STATE OF EMERGENCY OVER ALGAE Keys not in danger from Okeechobee blooms

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ov. Rick Scott issued a state of emergency for seven counties on July 9 in conjunction with toxic algae blooms originating from Lake Okeechobee, Florida’s largest freshwater lake.

Blue-green blooms in the lake are mainly due to an explosion of the freshwater species Microcystis aeruginosa, which have also been identified in the Caloosahatchee and St. Lucie rivers, causing alarm among residents, as both rivers drain the lake for irrigation, farming and development. As the algae dies, it emits a foul-smelling odor, which has raised both awareness and ire among nearby residents.

While in some areas on the mainland toxicity levels were measured to be above recreational-contact limits, there is no imminent risk in the Keys. This is because the algae survives for a time in rivers and other freshwater areas by “surfing” the fresh water flow as it moves away from the lake; it dies after being exposed to the increased salinity of a marine environment. In response to the governor’s call to action, the Army Corps of Engineers said it would reduce water flows through the two rivers.

Residents of nearby Pine Island have begun to protest the release of water from Okeechobee, since this has provided a means for the algae to infiltrate other waterways. The Army Corps of Engineers says the release of water is necessary to reduce the risk of flooding in the surrounding areas. A system of water containment – including levees and a dike – was installed after deadly hurricane flooding in the 1920s and twin hurricanes in 1947 caused a public outcry for protection.

The Trump administration has approved funding for the construction of a new reservoir to hold water south of the lake, but it awaits Congressional approval.

According to Shannon Estenoz (COO and vice president for policy & programs) and Stephen E. Davis III (a wetland ecologist) at the Everglades Foundation, the phenomena behind the algal bloom is a “perfect storm” of sorts: two different algae species — one freshwater and the other saltwater — each appearing independently and simultaneously, and each caused by different conditions.

The situation in the bay is connected with a major seagrass die-off in 2015, due to a hypersalinity (overabundance of salt) condition, caused by a lack of freshwater. Hurricane Irma has created chaos in the watershed as well, in much the same way that Andrew did in 1992 following a similar seagrass die-off in the late 1980s. It took the better part of 20 years for that part of the ecosystem to recover.

Unfortunately,it appears that we’re looking at a similar situation again, say Estenoz and Davis.

According to the U.S. Geological Society, blue-green algae, a/k/a cyanobacteria, are naturally occurring microscopic organisms that, under the right conditions, can undergo explosive population growth resulting in a harmful algal bloom. And Lake Okeechobee currently has those conditions.

John Cassani, founding member and director of Calusa Waterkeeper, which oversees Lake Okeechobee, its rivers and environs, has been coming to the Keys since the ’70s, and, while concerned about his area

by Okeechobee, sees no cause for concern for Keys residents from the outflow. “Outside of a tropical cyclone or dike infrastructure collapse, the conditions would not be sufficient to support the algae bloom as far south as even the Upper Keys,” said Cassani.

“Even if an environmental situation doesn’t directly affect people, it’s still a good idea for them to be aware of it.”

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SUSHI SAKE’S WHERE IT’S AT

Trendy Key Largo restaurant under new management KATIE ATKINS

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ince its first location opened in Miami almost 10 years ago, restaurant Sushi Sake has taken off. That’s evidenced by 12 additional stores that followed throughout Miami-Dade County, along with one in Key Largo early last year.

Looking for a new date night spot or place to prove your style to potential clients? This is it. Everything from the lights to the music to the furniture is contemporary, clean and, simply put, stylish.

The menu options are endless and the food is not only visually appealing, but packed with flavor at the hands of sushi chef Ruen Sue.

On the sake end, rice wine is served chilled, not hot — unless you’re ordering house sake. There is also nigori, unfiltered sake packaged in what looks like a magic genie-bottle and requiring a bit of swirling before drinking.

There are flavored sakes too, like melon, strawberry and lemon.

For food, start out with kani su, a thin-sliced cucumber roll with crab, avocado and masago dipped in rice vinegar sauce. If you’re a fan of crab rangoon, try Sushi Sake’s twist on the fried favorite and order chicken wontons.

KATIE ATKINS/Keysweekly.com 1. There is no shortage of sake here.

2. The chicken wontons are a deepfried dream.

3. Sushi chef Lazaro Fernandez whips up flavor-packed rolls.

4. Try the Angel roll, named after one of Sushi Sake’s founders, Angel Aguayo.

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3 Then, move on to the most popular roll, the Angel roll, named after Sushi Sake’s owner, Angel Aguayo.

It’s shrimp tempura, crab salad, masago and cream cheese topped with avocado, spicy mayo and eel sauce topped with tempura flakes.

Another menu favorite is the tiger roll, which has shrimp tempura and crab salad topped with a layer of spicy tuna and avocado served with eel sauce.

Although there is no traditional hibachi seating, there are melt-in-yourmouth selections on the menu like

4 hibachi tuna steak and hibachi scallops. Do not skip over the sake noodles: sautéed chicken or steak with vegetables and special sauce.

Also, the fried rice is to die for.

Hungry yet? Stop into Sushi Sake in The Pink Plaza, MM 103 bayside from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Sunday through Thursday, and 11 a.m. to midnight on Friday and Saturday. Delivery and takeout are also available by calling 305451-0373.

Happy hour runs from 4 to 7 p.m. with half off all drinks, hot appetizers and thai donuts.

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‘LIFE OR DEATH PROGRAM’

JUMPING THE GUN

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hree men from Homestead allegedly got an early start looking for lobster. Unfortunately for them, the Fish and Wildlife Commission officers also started early.

Rafael Andino, 47, Abnel Flores Betancourt, 47, and Luis Rodriguez Vergel, 71, were apprehended at about 11 p.m. July 24, one hour before the official start of the lobster mini-season at midnight on July 25, on the bayside of Islamorada.

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IAN WILSON/Keys Weekly 1. FWC Officers Tom Tafoya and Mark Oldsen reportedly released the lobster back into the wild after documenting the case.

2. FWC Officer Mark Oldsen, left, and Jorge Larios inspect the broken lobster legs found on the boat.

3. According to FWC officers, the men were in the water as well. Night diving is prohibited in Monroe County during mini-season.

4. According to officers, the men had 16 lobster and two of those were “shorts.”

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t’s been a busy week for everyone in the Keys, but especially for law enforcement and emergency services workers on the road, on the water and in the sky. Eleven people were airlifted to Miami hospitals via Monroe County’s Trauma Star air ambulances Saturday alone within a 24-hour period. One of them was an 11-year-old boy who was severely injured after falling off a boat near Boca Chica Key and colliding with the propeller. Other accidents this week involved a head-on crash on the Seven Mile Bridge Monday, which resulted in three people being airlifted to Ryder Trauma Center in Miami.

“This is a life or death program and I’m very proud of it,” said Monroe County Sheriff Rick Ramsay, adding this is a trying, difficult and congested time in the Keys, with a steady flow of traffic on land and sea for lobster mini season.

“Most of the accidents and crashes we have are avoidable – it comes down to operator error and people making poor decisions which adversely affect other people’s lives,” he said. “We always wish people would have more patience.”

Trauma Star is on track to do 1,000 flights by the end of the 2018 fiscal year on Sept. 30, and is set to make about $1.4 million in profit from its missions.

“It’s hard to believe how many flights we’re flying. We probably have the most flights of any county, even Miami-Dade, because of our geographical location,” he said.

For Monroe County residents, an airlift by Trauma Star is free. Fees paid by non-residents keep it that way, Ramsey said.

Last year, the county brought in about $817,000 in profits.

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The Upper Keys Weekly is proud to partner with Coral Shores High 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 CSHS for allowing us to share in a weekly dose of “Cane Pride.”

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

Basketball has taught me the importance of teamwork and communication with others around you. Track is a sport that you give your best and work hard for to be able to come out on top.

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Which class or teacher has best prepared you for life after high school and why? Coach Russell, the athletic director of our school, has best prepared me with his advice on working hard for what you want and achieving goals in life.

What advice would you give underclassmen? To set goals and work hard to achieve those goals, this better prepares you for life in general.

What do you hope to be remembered for at CSHS? That I was the friendly and positive friend, yet I tried my best in anything I did.

What are your plans after high school? To attend Florida State University and become a fireman to help and save others.

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LET’S TRY THIS AGAIN Canal cleanup set for August start as one-year anniversary of Irma approaches KATIE ATKINS

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ounty commissioners were visibly wary at the July 18 meeting about upcoming canal cleanup, but moved ahead with a $35 million deal to get it going.

After all, it’s been nearly a year since Hurricane Irma roared over the Keys and swept tons of debris into canals, most of which has settled to the bottom by now.

Commissioners were wary because of the failed canal cleanup efforts by state-hired DRC Environmental Services, which pulled out in mid-May after it said it underbid the project.

Commissioners approved Adventure Environmental Inc. as the lead contractor to do the work with help from subcontractors including ASAP Marine Contractors of Tavernier, Arnolds Towing and Salvage of Stock Island and Tetra Tech Inc., a non-local commercial diving company.

Adventure was the No. 1 ranked vendor, and cleaned Keys canals after Hurricane Georges and Hurricane Mitch in 1998. It also did much of the damaged-vessel removal work in the Keys after Hurricane Irma.

“They have enough equipment to do all of the sites,” said

Rhonda Haag, sustainability director for Monroe County. Those sites are 103 of the most affected canals in unincorporated Monroe, Marathon and Islamorada.

The county is using a grant of $49.2 million from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and its Emergency Watershed Protection Program.

It’s divided into $35.2 million for unincorporated Monroe, $7.5 million for Marathon and $6.5 million for Islamorada. Work will finally begin in August.

“This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and we want to make sure

$22.4 M Big Pine Key

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$3.81 M Cudjoe, Summerland, Ramrod, Little Torch

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$3.12 M Conch Key, Tavernier, Key Largo

$14 M Marathon, Matecumbe, Plantation

we use every last dollar of that grant,” Haag said. “They don’t just go ahead and say ‘Use the money.’ The projects have to be backed up by engineering packages.”

The canals are being inspected with sonar so the county can have more information about debris and sediment.

“They’re also taking above-water pictures. This data will be used to apply for packages from NRCS, so we can add more canals to be cleared and add some canals for dredging,” Haag said.

The NRCS grant will be “executed” July 28, she said. “The clock starts ticking when they sign the grant. We want to make sure we have all our ducks in a row and issue notice to proceed right around Aug. 7, then the construction commencement will be Aug. 9.”

Chris Colarusso, owner of Adventure Environmental, spoke at the meeting.

“We have 15 barges currently in the Keys right now; we custom built these for this job and they can easily navigate up and down your canals,” he said.

Should Adventure pull out, or something go wrong, ATL Diversified, the second ranked contractor for the project, will step in. They also could be brought in to supplement Adventure Environmental if it falls behind and needs additional help to meet the 220day grant deadline.

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We prefer the Audible format read by the great narrator George Guidall.

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to it on ROMAN ABREU PUJOL, whose address is 6099 Overseas Highway, Lot 42W, Marathon, FL 33050, on or before August 6, 2018, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050, 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.

review these documents upon request.

Claimants, Defendant(s).

You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk’s office.

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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.

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.

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First State Bank of the Florida KeysCareer Opportunities - Key West: Assistant Branch ManagerWinn Dixie; Full & Part Time Tellers; Administrative Assistant/Business Banker.

Islamorada: Assistant Branch Manager.

Upper Keys: Treasury Management Representative II. Apply Online @ KeysBank.com/ Careers. Offering: 401K, 401A, profit sharing, health/ dental plans, educational reimbursement, short/longterm disability, life insurance, paid time off, and holidays for full-time employees.

Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender. EOEM / F / V / D Looking to hire independent reporter in Marathon area. Email: captltwardflkeys@ yahoo.com.

305-3951434 Local Utility seeking a Collection System Technician. Must have HS Diploma or equivalent and valid Florida Driver License.

General maintenance & repair of wastewater collection systems skills highly desired. Must currently live within 50 miles of Key Largo. Email your resume to: keylargo employment @gmail.com. EOE Medical Assistant needed for part-time position every Friday from 8am-5pm in our Marathon office. Please call Lisa Voss @ Florida Spine Specialists at 305294-9680.

Security Guard needed part-time in Marathon area. Must have Driver’s License. Keys Security, Lic# B2000155. Call 305743-3143.

Maintenance Technician at the Keys Marine Laboratory, Layton, FL. The KML supports academic programs and research conducted by scientists and students from Universities/ Colleges throughout Florida, the U.S., and Internationally.

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for dayto-day general repairs and maintenance at the KML facility including buildings, structures, and equipment. Primary purpose is to perform maintenance work and assist other staff as needed.

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Teacher: Grace Jones in Marathon is looking for a caring, qualified, professional full-time teacher. Please call Iris (305) 743-6064 to set up an appointment.

Sands of Islamorada Hotel has immediate openings for a Housekeeper. Call for Details and Appointment Interview: 305 962-5243 SE BUSCA-Sra. De Limpieza para hotel en Islamorada. (305) 9625243 City of Marathon - Job Opening: Full Time Marina Technician AND Building Permit Tech.

EOE FULL BENEFITS www. ci.marathon.fl.us COOKS needed.

Experienced. Top wages paid, guaranteed 40 or more hours per week.

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Free medical benefits and paid vacations. Apply in person at Burdines, 1200 Oceanview Ave (off 15th St), Marathon. 305743-5317. Ask for Edwin, Sergio or Randy.

Established Criminal Defense Law Office with offices in Marathon and Key West seeking parttime/full-time secretary that is detail oriented.

Position includes scheduling, answering phones, filing, and correspondence with clients. Reliable person with office experience required and knowledge of the legal system a plus.

Please contact 305-2899397 or email a resume to kris@halschuhmacher. com for consideration.

Landscaping company seeking full-time laborers in Marathon. Call 305-3958294 Open Job Positions: Restaurant Manager, Wait Staff, Bartenders, Kitchen Staff, Apply in person or call for details: Key Colony Inn - Marathon (305) 743-0100 SWEET SAVANNAH’S is now hiring for Afternoon and Evening shifts. Please apply in person 8919 Overseas Hwy. Marathon Experienced Help Only needed for all positions.

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

Marathon Get Well Paid and Trained.

Looking for Self Motivated-Reliable Person to Work Outdoors, Must Have Vehicle. Call (305) 304-7995

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ROOM FOR RENT: Use of home, on water, located in Marathon.

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Mo. includes electric, water & sewer. Call Randy Selden, Century

Key Largo 1BR/1BA Efficiency. Partly furn. incl. elec. water & wifi. 1 person. No pets. $1200/ mo First & 1 1/2 mo.

Security. 305-896-3649 Apt. for rent in Old Town.

1BR/1BA furnished. $2500/month incl. all utilities. 6 mo. minimum lease. Call 615-482-5037 2 BR/1.5BA Townhouse in, Islamorada. Pool, Beach, Tennis, Gated. $1700/ month Yearly or 6 month lease. 786-385-3489 1BR/1BA Cottage $1,200/ monthly+Electric; 1BR/1BA Duplex $1,700/monthly + Utilities.

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

Call 305-664-5023 House for rent on Ramrod Key. 3/2, Unfurnished, W/D, Fenced Yard, Pets allowed with security deposit. $2,500/month F/L/S call 305-304-2000 RENTED IN LESS THAN A WEEK!

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SINGERS WANTED Do you like to sing?

Island Harmony, a women’s acapella group that sings 4-part harmony in the barbershop style is looking for women who like to sing to join our chorus. No experience necessary!

All voice parts welcome! Join us for rehearsal on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 - 8:00 pm in the back hall at Martin Luther Chapel, 325 122nd Street Gulf, Marathon, FL 33050, behind NAPA. Just stop by on Tuesday evening. For more information, call Kathryn at 305-731-9579 or email kathrynrummery@ gmail.com.

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IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No. 18-DR-218-M Division: Family ROMAN ABREU PUJOL, Petitioner, and ILIANA SANTANA GOMEZ, Respondent, NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE TO: ILIANA SANTANA GOMEZ Respondent’s last known address: UNKNOWN YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any,

You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk’s office.

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

Dated: June 25, 2018 Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Mandy Morris Deputy Clerk Publish: July 5, July 12, July 19, and July 26, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers

Dated: July 7, 2018 Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Mandy Morris Deputy Clerk Publish: July 12, July 19, July 26, and August 2, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of JIGS BAIT AND TACKLE, located at 30321 OVERSEAS HIGHWAY, BIG PINE KEY, FL 33043, intends to register the said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.

By: JIGS REEL & GUN INC. Published: July 26, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers

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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL DIVISION

Case No. 2018-DR-643-K Division: Family

Case No: 2016-CA000170-M

ORIEL GREAUX, Petitioner,

The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York as successor in interest to JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. as Trustee for Structured Asset Mortgage Investments II Inc. Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates Series 2005AR8, Plaintiff

and ANETRA CHRISTIAN, Respondent, NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE TO: ANETRA CHRISTIAN Respondent’s last known address: UNKNOWN YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on ORIEL GREAUX, whose address is 1250A David Porter Road, Key West, FL 33040, on or before August 13, 2018, 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

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Kevin Morgan; Patsy Morgan; Unknown Spouse of Kevin Morgan; Unknown Spouse of Patsy Morgan; Unknown Parties in Possession #1, If living, and all Unknown Parties claiming by, through, under and against the above named Defendant(s) who are not known to be dead or alive, whether said Unknown Parties may claim an interest as Spouse, Heirs, Devisees, Grantees, or Other Claimants; Unknown Parties in Possession #2, If living, and all Unknown Parties claiming by, through, under and against the above named Defendant(s) who are not known to be dead or alive, whether said Unknown Parties may claim an interest as Spouse, Heirs, Devisees, Grantees, or Other

LEGAL NOTICES

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to order rescheduling foreclosure sale or Final Judgment, entered in Civil Case No. 2016-CA-000170-M of the Circuit Court of the 16th Judicial Circuit in and for Monroe County, Florida, wherein The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York as successor in interest to JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. as Trustee for Structured Asset Mortgage Investments II Inc. Mortgage PassThrough Certificates Series 2005-AR8, Plaintiff and Kevin Morgan are defendant(s), I, Clerk of Court, Kevin Madok, CPA, will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash AT THE MONROE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 500 WHITEHEAD STREET, KEY WEST, FL 33040, AT 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, August 15, 2018, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to-wit: LOT 63, LITTLE VENICE NO.2, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 3, PAGE 26, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA. ANY PERSON CLAIMING AN INTEREST IN THE SURPLUS FROM THE SALE, IF ANY, OTHER THAN THE PROPERTY OWNER AS OF THE DATE OF THE LIS PENDENS MUST FILE A CLAIM WITHIN 60 DAYS AFTER THE SALE. Florida Rules of Judicial Administration Rule 2.540 Notices to Persons With Disabilities If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Cheryl Alfonso, ADA Coordinator, Court Operations Manager, 502 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040, 305295-3652 at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711.

SPANISH: Si usted es una persona discapacitada que necesita alguna adaptación para poder participar de este procedimiento o evento; usted tiene derecho, sin costo alguno a que se le provea cierta ayuda.

Favor de comunicarse con Cheryl Alfonso, Coordinadora de A.D.A Court Operations Manager, 502 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040, 305-2953652 por lo menos 7 días antes de que tenga que comparecer en corte o inmediatamente después de haber recibido ésta notificación si es que falta menos de 7 días para su comparecencia. Si tiene una discapacidad auditiva ó de habla, llame al 711.

KREYOL: Si ou se yon moun ki kokobé ki bezwen asistans ou

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UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / JULY 26, 2018

• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 LEGAL NOTICES aparêy pou ou ka patisipé nan prosedu sa-a, ou gen dwa san ou pa bezwen péyé anyen pou ou jwen on seri de èd. Tanpri kontakté Cheryl Alfonso, Coordinator ADA, Court Operations Manager, 502 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040, 305-295-3652O'mwen 7 jou avan ke ou gen pouou parèt nan tribunal, ou imediatman ke ou resevwa avis sa-a ou si lè ke ou gen pou-ou alé nan tribunal-la mwens ke 7 jou; Si ou pa ka tandé ou palé byen, rélé 711.

KEVIN MADOK Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Shonta McLeod Deputy Clerk Submitted By: ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF SHAPIRO, FISHMAN & GACHE, LLP 2424 North Federal Highway, Suite 360 Boca Raton, Florida 33431 (561)998-6700 (561)998-6707 Publish: July 26 and August 2, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 2018-CP-056-M IN RE: ESTATE OF JOHN WALTER DARBIE, JR., Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of JOHN WALTER DARBIE, JR., deceased, whose date of death was August 4, 2017, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida 33050.

The estate is testate and the date of the decedent’s Will and any codicils are September 25, 2015. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this Notice is: July 26, 2018.

LEGAL NOTICES Personal Representative: Carla Ann Darbie 1480 Ocean View Avenue Marathon, FL 33050

LEGAL NOTICES E-mail: richard@ rewarnerlaw.com Publish: July 26 and August 2, 2018

Attorney for Personal Representative:

The Weekly Newspapers

James J. Dorl, Esq. Florida Bar No. 618403 JAMES J. DORL, P.A. Suite 12 First Professional Centre 5701 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050 Telephone: (305) 7436565 Facsimile: (305) 743-4143 e-mail: jjdorl@yahoo. com

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

Publish: July 26 and August 2, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 18-CP-55-M Middle Keys IN RE: ESTATE OF NORMAN E. MOORE II, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Norman E. Moore II, deceased, whose date of death was September 23, 2017, is pending in the Circuit Court for MONROE County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida 33050. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is: July 26, 2018.

Personal Representative: Susan L. Moore 6102 Gulf of Mexico Boulevard Marathon, FL 33050 Attorney for Personal Representative: RICHARD E. WARNER Attorney Florida Bar Number: 283134 RICHARD E. WARNER, P.A. 12221 Overseas Highway Marathon, FLORIDA 33050 Telephone: (305) 7436022 Fax: (305) 743-6216

CASE NO. CAM16258 WILMINGTON TRUST, NA, SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO CITIBANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE F/B/O REGISTERED HOLDERS OF STRUCTURED ASSET MORTGAGE INVESTMENTS II INC., BEAR STEARNS ARM TRUST, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-4, Plaintiff, vs.

DONALD R. STRICKLIN; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF DONALD R. STRICKLIN; VILLAGE AT HAWK’S CAY PROPERTY OWNER’S ASSOCIATION, INC. A/K/A VILLAGE AT HAWK’S CAY HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.; UNKNOWN PERSON(S) IN POSSESSION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY; Defendants, RE-NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to an Order Rescheduling Foreclosure Sale dated June 11, 2018 and entered in Case No. CAM16258, of the Circuit Court of the 16th Judicial Circuit in and for MONROE County, Florida, wherein WILMINGTON TRUST, NA, SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO CITIBANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE F/B/O REGISTERED HOLDERS OF STRUCTURED ASSET MORTGAGE INVESTMENTS II INC., BEAR STEARNS ARM TRUST, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-4 is Plaintiff and DONALD R. STRICKLIN; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF DONALD R. STRICKLIN; UNKNOWN PERSON(S) IN POSSESSION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY; VILLAGE AT HAWK’S CAY PROPERTY OWNER’S ASSOCIATION, INC. A/K/A VILLAGE AT HAWK’S CAY HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.; are defendants. KEVIN MADOK, the Clerk of the Circuit Court, will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash AT THE FRONT DOOR OF THE MONROE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, LESTER BUILDING, at 500 WHITEHEAD STREET, KEY WEST in MONROE County, FLORIDA 33040, at 11:00 A.M., on the 14 day of August, 2018, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: RESIDENTIAL UNIT C-188, OF VILLAGE AT HAWK’S CAY, ACCORDING TO THE DECLARATION OF PROTECTIVE COVENANTS, RESTRICTIONS AND EASEMENTS OF VILLAGE AT HAWK’S CAY, A WATERFRONT VACATION HOME DEVELOPMENT AS RECORDED IN OFFICIAL RECORDS BOOK 1488, AT PAGE 190, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND ANY

LEGAL NOTICES AMENDMENTS THERETO, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: A PARCEL OF LAND BEING A PART OF “INDIES ISLAND DUCK KEY, SECTION 1, PART 1”, A SUBDIVISION AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 5, AT PAGE 82, IN SECTION 21, TOWNSHIP 65 SOUTH, RANGE 34 EAST, MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA, PUBLIC RECORDS, AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED BY METES AND BOUNDS AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE CENTERLINE INTERSECTION OF DUCK KEY DRIVE AND GOLF COURSE DRIVE, AS SHOWN ON SAID PLAT; BEAR SOUTH 23° 04’ 00” EAST, ALONG THE CENTERLINE OF DUCK KEY DRIVE, FOR A DISTANCE OF 107.84 FEET, TO A POINT OF CURVE; THENCE BEAR NORTH 66° 56’ 00” EAST, ALONG A RADIAL LINE, FOR A DISTANCE OF 27.50 FEET, TO THE POINT OF CURVE ON THE EASTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF SAID DUCK KEY DRIVE, HAVING A RADIUS OF 1096.18 FEET AND A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 12° 18’ 9”; THENCE ALONG SAID CURVE, DEFLECTING TO THE RIGHT, FOR AN ARC LENGTH OF 235.37 FEET, WITH A CHORD WHICH BEARS SOUTH 16° 54’ 55” EAST, A DISTANCE OF 234.92 FEET, TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF AN EXISTING EASEMENT AS DESCRIBED IN OFFICIAL RECORDS BOOK 1077, PAGE 0056 OF SAID PUBLIC RECORDS; THENCE BEAR SOUTH 50° 02’ 00” EAST, FOR A DISTANCE OF 787.28 FEET TO A POINT; THENCE BEAR SOUTH 01° 28’ 52” WEST, FOR A DISTANCE OF 298.78 FEET, TO A POINT; THENCE BEAR SOUTH 67° 12’ 58” WEST, FOR A DISTANCE OF 195.05 FEET, TO A POINT; THENCE BEAR SOUTH 49° 41’ 11” WEST, FOR A DISTANCE OF 101.75 FEET, TO A POINT, SAID POINT TO BE KNOWN AS THE POINT OF BEGINNING OF THE PARCEL OF LAND HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED: THENCE BEAR NORTH 65° 56’ 40” EAST, FOR A DISTANCE OF 19.42 FEET, TO A POINT, THENCE BEAR SOUTH 23° 43’ 13” EAST FOR A DISTANCE OF 67.97 FEET; TO A POINT; THENCE BEAR SOUTH 67° 15’ 17” WEST, FOR A DISTANCE OF 19.43 FEET, TO A POINT; THENCE BEAR NORTH 23° 43’ 13” WEST FOR A DISTANCE OF 67.52 FEET, BACK TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. A person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.

Dated this 13 day of June, 2018.

KEVIN MADOK As Clerk of said Court By: Shonta McLeod As Deputy Clerk If you are a person with disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in a court proceeding or event, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Cheryl Alfonso, 302 Fleming Street, Key West, FL 33040, (305) 292-3423, at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired call 711.

LEGAL NOTICES Submitted by: Kahane & Associates, P.A. 8201 Peters Road, Ste.3000 Plantation, FL 33324 Telephone: (954) 382-3486 Telefacsimile: (954) 382-5380 Designated service email: notice@ kahaneandassociates. com Publish: July 26 and August 2, 2018 The Weekly Newspaper s

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

Key West non-profit now accepting applications for Full-time position, M-F, 9-5.

Responsibilities include bookkeeping, database management, correspondence, events. Attention to detail & strong computer & customer service skills. Proficiency in QuickBooks, MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Constant Contact or similar. Sales experience helpful. Email resume w/cover letter to President@keyslodging.org

Human Resources Director - Key West Seeking an experienced HR leader with strong talent management/acquisition, T&D, and strategic planning experience to partner with Bank's leadership in meeting the goals of our organization. We offer competitive wages, medical benefits, profit sharing, 401k and paid vacation.

Apply online today @ KeysBank.com/careers

Member FDIC

EOE•M/F/V/D

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DARE I SAY IT

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / JULY 26, 2018

SUPER SPIDEY LIVE AND LET LIVE? DON’T PUSH ME

I

am a “live and let live” type of gardener, although I have many times in these pages described how my backyard is trying to kill me with snakes and heavy machinery and a sharp, unfurled palm frond to the old eyeball that made me leak orbital fluid and caused me to sit up all night reordering my life as a half-blind person.

Missed some of that? That’s fine. I’m back to tell you about the spiders.

Since Hurricane Irma, or so it seems to me, the spinybacked orbweaver spiders in my yard have been infected with super spidey powers.

First, the storm didn’t kill them; and second, after-effects of the storm on this spider’s fertility is nil. Nada. Those things are ALL OVER my yard. There are many, many spiders in my yard and I do not think I had that many before.

I am willing to concede that I might not have been paying much attention, because even the University of Florida Extension Service describes them as “one of the most conspicuous of spiders.” Okay, fine, they are shaped like crabs, so yes, we tend to notice them.

But here’s the thing — they are jerks. According to Orkin, the pest exterminators, these spiders put their webs, “in shrubs, trees, and the corners of windows and doors and on porches and patios.” This sentence suggests the spiders build in out of the way places. Yeah, no. My spiders are not satisfied until they’ve caught your face.

Have you ever brushed up against a spiderweb with your knee? Of course not. And yet, have you ever had, say, a mosquito bite on your ankle?

Of course you have.

SARA But do spiders ever MATTHIS consider going after the ankle-level bugs thinks commuor are they deternity journalism mined to stretch is important, but a web where the not serious; likes weird and wonaverage person derful children will walk into it face (she has two). first? The latter, of Occasionally she course. tortures herself For months with sprint-distance triathlons, now, I have been but only if she has carefully un-attacha good chance of ing two or three of beating her sister. the web tethers to gently move the webs out of my way causing the webs to float up and away. I was encouraging the spiders to move on. Scoot. But I was doing it in a genteel, Southern lady style.

When the spiders persisted, continuing to build their webs in even more a**holic locales, I resorted to the stick method. For weeks, I looked like a deranged water diviner, walking through my yard with a stick held faceheight in front of me. I wave it up and down to catch the spider web before it catches my face. The neighbors think

it’s hilarious. Or would, if they could see past the opaque layers and layers of head-height spider webs and see me acting like an idiot.

It also seems to me, using the most unscientific measure available to me, commonly called opinion, that the special post-Irma spidey power has infused their webs with extra strength.

On the main tethers of the web, there seems to be an extra “bead” of superglue every inch or so. Again, University of Florida informs me this is nothing new: “Conspicuous tufts of silk occur on the web, primarily on the foundation lines … one hypothesis suggests that the tufts make the webs more conspicuous to birds (Eisner and Nowicki 1983), preventing the birds from flying into and destroying the webs.”

First, they are kind of conspicuous, but not super conspicuous. For example, they are less visible when the subject is carrying a load of clean laundry from the outdoor facility to the inside; when that person is calmly walking along and inhaling the “fresh linen” scent, minding their own business, on a path they’ve traversed three times today already. And then boom!

— spiderweb to the face. I tried rubbing my face against my shoulders to remove the spider web, while simultaneously trying to see if there’s an actual spider on my person. It’s hard to see both the front and sides and back of your torso — all at once — without some extra eyeballs. I was also making a weird screaming/moaning noise with a twisted face — sort of like catching Sylvester Stallone on a really bad day.

Second, and here comes the other super spidey part, these webs are really strong. That’s not to say I’m hitting them like a trampoline and then being catapulted backward. But you know how the usual spidey dance lasts about five seconds and then you forget all about the skin-crawling event completely? Well, that happens. But then a minute or five later, I find that my car keys are wrapped in spiderwebs, or I find a loose tendril or two just hanging off a forearm instead of dissolving like a regular spiderweb. It’s usually a twofor-one, now-AND-later skin crawling experience with these super spiders.

According to Orkin, “Crab Spiders” do have one thing going for them.

“The bite of this common species is not known to cause serious effects to humans.” And yet, after the laundry episode, I’m not so sure I’m willing to coexist — safe or no. I am welcoming, however, birds that are especially trained to dive bomb spinybacked orbweaver webs. It’s war now.

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UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / JULY 26, 2018

• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844

THE MOORINGS MM 81.5

Seeking self-motivated people for

• General Housekeeping • Reservation Associate • Beach Attendant

Wyland's Flagship Gallery in Key West is looking for motivated, personable art consultant who wants a long-term career in Key West's most established, successful gallery with widely acclaimed artists and international name recognition.

Base plus commissions to begin; sign-on bonus; tremendous potential.

We will train the right person to succeed.

Email Resumes to: info@mooringsvillageandspa.com or pick up an application at 123 Beach Rd., Islamorada

Please send resume to 623duval@wylandkeywest.com or call 305-292-4998 and ask for the store manager.

Crew Member

Air Conditioning Service Technician / Installer

Tree or Landscape Experience Preferred Driver’s License A Plus

Office Manager

Appliance Service Technician

Operations Manager

Competitive wages & benefits 100% medical • Matching 401K Vacation • Paid Holidays

Preferred Proficiencies ( but not limited to ) • Office Administration • Bookkeeping / QB • PR & Marketing • HR Qualifications & Responsibilities • Arborculture • Horticulture • Customer Relations • Project Management Benefits and Bonuses are available Please email resume to: Office@LaIslaTree.com 305-853-6849

Drug Free

Apply at:

Maintenance Assistant Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a Maintenance Assistant. Job requires working in confined setting of the Monroe County Detention Center. Working knowledge of methods, practices, materials, tools, installation equipment, repair of equipment and facility structure as well as various other systems. Knowledge of camera system and computers skills necessary. Close contact with inmates. Responsible for safety of employees and inmates.

Qualifications Required: High School Diploma or equivalent; experience working with electrical, carpentry, plumbing, buffing, stripping floors and painting. Salary $ 32,617.00.

Applicants must fill out the online pre-application at: www.keysso.net and submit resumes to cslebodnick@keysso.net or fax to (305) 292-7159. Charles Slebodnick may be contacted at (305) 292-7044. EOE/AAP

WE ARE HIRING FOR: Part Time Café Help

Hours are 9:30-5 on Wed and Thursday. Duties include taking orders from customers, handling cash, cooking and serving. Must be 18 yrs. or older.

Full or P/T Guest Services

Answer phones, take reservations and greeting Customers with a smile. Cashier responsibilities, must be able to multi task.

Dive Instructor

Responsible for safety of guests & marine life during Coral Reef Snorkel Encounters.

Aquarium Encounters 11710 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

2735 Overseas Highway Marathon 305-289-1748

Hospitality / Hotel / Beach Resort

Front desk agent needed for Continental Inn condo rental office

The Guidance/Care Center, Inc. a division of

Plantation Key Nursing Center

located in Tavernier, is seeking

C.N.A.

12 HR Shifts-Nights

C.N.A. starting rate 12.25 $500 Sign On Bonus to All New CNA Applicants!

F/T & P/T LPN and RN

LPN starting rate 23.

RN starting rate 26.50. $1500 Sign On Bonus to All New LPN & RN Applicants

F/T HOUSEKEEPER We offer a competitive wage and benefits program.

To apply for position, Please submit your Resume to BOL@PLANTATIONKEYNC.COM

“Uplifting the human spirit since 1973”

THE GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER, Inc.

KEY LARGO Children’s Behavioral Health Therapist (2626) Assess, Consult & provide psychotherapeutic services to Out-Patient Children

MARATHON Registered Nurse (PT/FT) Provide care to clients admitted to in-patient unit Behavioral Health Tech (PT/FT) Assist RNs with admission, care, & discharge of clients

Sweet Savannah’s Bake Shop

is now hiring for Afternoon & Evening Shifts.

Please Apply In Person 8919 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

• Full Time/Part Time/Must Work Weekends • Customer Service, excellent communication and office skills required • Charismatic, well spoken, organized, prompt and willingness to learn • Knowledge of reservation software a plus • Bilingual English/Spanish a plus not mandatory eMail Resume to: admin@marathonresort.com and plascjak@gmail.com.

Apply in person at Continental Inn 1121 west Ocean Drive, Key Colony Beach (305) 289-0101

Peer Specialist & Drop In Technician (PT) Counselor (FT) Provide services to Personal Growth Center Clients Maintenance Specialist (FT) Handle Maintenance requests, perform inspections

KEY WEST Children’s Behavioral Health Therapist I (2471) Provide Services to Out-Patient Children Children’s Case Manager (2535) Provide Services to Out-Patient Children Adult Behavioral Health Therapist (2625) Assess, Consult & provide psychotherapeutic services to Out-Patient Adults – License Required.

Background/Drug Screening Required.

TO APPLY: www.westcare.com/page/get-involved_02F Then search location EOE M/F/D/V

CITY OF KEY COLONY BEACH Full-Time Position Open • Maintenance Worker For: City Building and Grounds Maintenance. Hourly position: $20.00 per hour with 6 month review. Full Benefit Package including Health Insurance, FRS Retirement, Paid vacation, sick and holidays, etc.

Qualifications: High school diploma or GED. Valid driver’s license. Ability to operate mowing equipment and various power tools. 2 yrs. experience.

Pick-up an application at City of Key Colony Beach City Hall, 600 West Ocean Drive, Key Colony Beach, FL 33051. 305 289-1212, Option 2 or on-line at www.keycolonybeach.net; “City Documents” ; “Forms”; “Employment Application” Equal Opportunity Employer

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UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / JULY 26, 2018

• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844

HELP WANTED Plumbing Service Technician

• WILL TRAIN • Must have driver’s license with clean record, be willing to work and have the ability to learn.

Fax resume to: (305) 853-0902 or pickup an application at our office: 93911 Overseas Hwy, Tavernier.

Now Hiring for Breakfast Accepting applications for all shifts Apply in person at

FULL TIME OPENINGS

LINE SERVICE PERSONNEL

Greet and fuel aircraft.

Prior aviation experience preferred.

Clean driving record required.

The Turtle Hospital in Marathon Join our team! Full and part-time Educational Program Guides/Gift Shop Sales. Public speaking & retail sales experience helpful. Send resume to: turtlehosp@aol.com SUDOKU SOLUTION

Front Desk Agent • Night Auditor Room Attendant • Laundry Attendant Houseperson Please apply on line at www.spottswood.com/careers or on site at 13201Overseas Highway, Marathon.

EOE m/f/d/v

CUSTOMER SERVICE

Coordinate aircraft transactions.

Prior customer service experience a plus.

Competitive wages, excellent benefits, and a fun work environment.

Castaway Waterfront Restaurant 1406 Oceanview Ave, Marathon

HIRING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS IN MARATHON:

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

Line Cook, Servers, Dishwashers, Host, Maintenance, Landscaper, Public Area Attendant, Night Auditor, Dock Hand and Bussers.

Excellent Benefit Package

Contact Kris Later kris.later@marathonaviation.com (305) 743-3717

Apply in person at 1996 Overseas Highway or online at www.spottswood.com

EOE/Drug-free workplace

EOE/m/f/d/v

The Hammocks at Marathon

FULL TIME JOB OPPORTUNITIES $1,000 Sign-on Bonus!

• Front Desk Associate/ Relief Night Auditor • Maintenance Technician • Common Area Attendant

We Buy Gold Locally!

Cash Flow Jewelry and Pawn

EOE m/f/d/v

We now have an opening!

FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME

SERVER BARTENDER

$Bonus Pay$ • Apply in person

S.S. Wreck MM59, Grassy Key

Townsquare Mall Marathon

(next to Dolphin Research Center)

Open Tues-Sun 11am

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

JOB OPENINGS MAINTENANCE ENGINEER SECURITY GUARD GUEST SERVICE AGENT TELEPHONE AGENT NIGHT AUDITOR

TO APPLY:

Online > jobs.bluegreenvacations.com In Person > The Hammocks at Marathon 1688 Overseas Highway, Gulf Side, Mile Marker 48, Marathon Or Call > Andre at 305.743.9009

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Excellent Benefit Package EOE M/F/D/V SCAN FOR JOB

Apply on line at Spottswood.com/careers

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UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / JULY 26, 2018

• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844

Fury Water Adventures has immediate openings for Check-in Representatives, Jet Ski Guides, Catamaran Crew, and Call Center Representatives.

Fury offers great pay, a fun and exciting workplace, excellent benefits, and paid training.

Please apply at 313 Margaret St. (Mon-Fri 8:30-4:30) — Email inquiries: hr@furykeywest.com Applications can be printed out at furycat.com

CoCo’s General Store NOW HIRING: Apply in person at 50 Coco Plum Drive, Marathon 305-743-7743

Sales Associates

Full Time & Part Time $12.00 per hour/ Great Benefits!

Fun work environment Apply: www.ronjonsurfshop.com Or send resume to: KWsales@rjss.com EOE/DFWP

MARATHON GARBAGE SERVICE IMMEDIATE OPENINGS

for the following positions:

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

4290 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

LOBSTER CERTIFICATES FOR SALE!

Sweet Savannah’s Bake Shop

is now hiring for Afternoon & Evening Shifts.

Please Apply In Person 8919 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

We Buy Gold Locally!

Cash Flow Jewelry and Pawn Townsquare Mall Marathon

NOW HIRING

Marathon, Big Pine, Key West and Stock Island Locations

ASSISTANT MANAGERS

Florida Spiny (Crawfish) Lobster - 1,500 certificates for sale.

Call 305-509-4182 or E-mail: seafoodboss@hotmail.com

$12-$16 per hour

MANAGER TRAINEES $30-50K per year, based on experience

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.

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

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

Apply in person

I AM LOOKING TO BUY CERTIFICATES FOR LOBSTER TRAPS CALL GARY AT 305-731-5321

Communications Officer – MARATHON Monroe County Sheriff's Office is seeking applicants with strong communications’ skills, proficient computer knowledge and ability to multi-task.

Position involves receiving incoming calls, interpreting emergency and non-emergency communications: dispatch of deputies, other emergency service units and providing arrival instructions for Emergency Medical Dispatching.

Qualifications required: High School diploma or equivalent. Type 35 wpm, successfully pass pre-test and questionnaires. Work all shifts and natural disasters.

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Applicants required working various shifts, including weekends and Holidays at the Monroe County Detention Facility.

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UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / JULY 26, 2018

THE SAGA OF ‘SLASH’

Injured pelican is rehabilitated, released JORDAN BUDNIK

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ildlife rehabilitation is a demanding field — both physically and emotionally. The Florida Keys Wild Bird Center receives approximately 1,000 hospital patients annually from car strikes, dog or cat attacks, gunshot wounds, poisoning, entanglement in monofilament line and hooks, and more. But the most heartbreaking is animal cruelty.

Four months ago, employees from World Wide Sportsman called us with reports of an injured brown pelican on the boat ramp.

Hospital technician Emma Johnson responded, and brought it back to the hospital.

There was a long, linear slice through the pelican’s pouch and lower mandible. The slash was so severe that the lower beak had actually been severed in two. A large, partially filleted triggerfish was still lodged in the bird’s throat.

Spirits undiminished by his own gruesome injury, Slash proceeded to try to eat the fish again after our hospital technician dislodged it from his throat. With the partially filleted fish and the nature of the wound, staff concluded that this injury was intentionally caused by someone wielding a fillet knife in an act of animal cruelty.

In the Keys, we feel fortunate to have a community of environmentally conscious charter boat captains and fishermen who cherish and respect our wildlife. It is the exception, not the rule, that we see people treat our wildlife like this, but it is an occurrence that never gets easier to witness.

Nancy Saxe, a veterinarian who volunteers her time to assist the Wild Bird Center, performed surgery during which she was able to staple the pouch together and wire the two separated halves of the lower mandible back together. Since Pelican pouches and beaks take a long time to heal, we knew Slash would have a long recovery with us.

BIRDGENCY HOTLINE The call center is active 24/7 with a staff member to assist in the recovery of injured birds. Call 305-852-4486, x 1.

Over the course of several months, he ate heartily and regained his strength. The pouch and jaw slowly healed, and he was officially cleared in July for release.

At 6 p.m. on July 24, staff and members of the community gathered at the Laura Quinn Wild Bird Sanctuary (MM 93.6 bayside) for the monthly public bird release.

Slash emerged from his crate immediately, took a few minutes to stretch his wings and take in the scene, then took off over the bay, dipping his repaired beak in the water in a shallow dive after a fish as he flew.

We are so overjoyed when we can conclude a patient’s stay with such an optimistic outcome and encourage anyone witnessing acts of cruelty against wild or domestic animals to call the police. This is our home, and the way we allow others to treat wildlife is a reflection of who we ourselves are as people.

Jordan Budnik is the assistant director at the Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center in Tavernier.

After surgery and four months of recovery, Slash was released on July 24. GABRIEL SANCHEZ/Contributed

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