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KEY WEST WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

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HAYS BLINCKMANN hays@keysweekly.com

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here are a lot of national headline grabbers lately. Some sound absurd and are absolutely true, some sound true and are absolutely absurd. Like “Taco Bell voted best Mexican restaurant” (uuuhm, really?), “North Carolina didn’t like science on sea levels so passed a law against it” (one word: Florence) and lastly one from our great state of Florida, “Ft. Pierce woman claims wind blew cocaine into her purse” (only in FLA).

Regardless of factual truth, social media has a way of feeding life into them to long live after the daily news cycle.

So what headlines might grab, amuse and befuddle in Key West?

“Chick-fil-A is going into Burger King,” said Sean Kipp. “May or may not be true… who’s to say?”

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“Mayoral candidate proposes canceling Fantasy Fest,” said Drew Freeman.

That’s got just enough swagger to ignite a few angry Facebook emojis.

“The library has a new director who was formerly in charge of sales at Publix,” said Mike Forster. “To increase the number of books lent from the library, they will reorganize the shelves every week.”

“Key West roosters are now free game - except hens. Open carry and stand your ground laws will apply,” said Jonathan Blum.

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KEY WEST WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

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Estimated total cubic yards of marine debris in Keys canals from Hurricane Irma, according to Greg Tolpin of Adventure Environmental Inc., the firm hired to do the cleanup. He said more than 20 percent of the 103 affected canals are finished being cleaned.

ON THE COVER One of the greatest comedians of all times, Louie Anderson, takes the stage on Sept. 30 in Key West. “I will just keep talking if I enjoy the crowd, sometimes they have to remind me to get off stage.” See story, page 10.

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HOLDING STEADY POPULATION CHANGES LOW, ESPECIALLY IN KEY WEST KATIE ATKINS

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y the calculations of researchers at the University of Florida, Monroe County has lost 3.8 percent of its full-time residents in the last year, with Key West taking the smallest hit.

The primary source of data gathered by University of Florida research demographer Rich Doty’s team of five is the change in active residential electrical connections.

“That’s the best source of data we have to estimate the change in occupied housing units,” Doty said. “The formulas are complicated, but the concept is pretty simple.”

The yearly study is done using data from the Florida Keys Electric Co-op and Keys Energy Service, which provide active account information annually to Doty.

The numbers are pretty finalized, he said, but even more solid data will be revealed after the 2020 census results.

“Between decennial censuses, these are estimates based on what we feel are very good reliable data, but there are still some assumptions in regard to changes in household size and occupancy,” he said.

Key West lost a mere 88 people, not even half of 1 percent of its population of 24,509.

“Key West obviously didn’t have that much devastation as far as dwellings, so these num-

bers make sense. That’s certainly a normal annual fluctuation, and we fluctuate up and down a hundred or so a year, depending.”

Countywide, 2,949 people have left, the majority from unincorporated Monroe totaling 1,936.

In incorporated Monroe, 1,013 residents moved. In Marathon, where 394 homes were destroyed by Irma according to county information, the population has declined by 6.2 percent, or 540 people.

The numbers are far from the projected loss in population feared by county officials after the hurricane.

Still, just one family leaving is too many, said Marathon City Manager Chuck Lindsey.

“I’m very thankful it’s not more (than 540). I’m incredibly proud of our community and its tenacity and resilience following Irma, and myself like many others were encouraged to stay because of our community strength,” he said. “However, I’m looking forward to the census data to get a more accurate account.”

In Islamorada, the population changed by a loss of 336 residents, the study showed.

“The fact is, we lost a number of residences in three mobile home parks and a few conventional homes in the storm. I’m sure others moved for economic reasons,” said Village Manager Seth Lawless.

The 2018 population totals are close to numbers from 2015 in all areas of the county.

“Those were good years, and I think the new numbers show we’re not having doomsdays like some folks suggested after the storm,” said County Administrator Roman Gastesi. “People said we were going to lose our economy and 10,000 to 15,000 people were going to leave. It’s clear the economy is going to bounce back.”

He also mentioned the drastic drop in residents between the 2000 and 2010 censuses, which showed a population loss of about 8,000 people.

“The economy didn’t fall apart, and that was one of the worst economic downturns we’ve ever seen,” he said.

WEEKLY INTERVIEW

KEY WEST WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

KRISTEN LIVENGOOD kristen@keysweekly.com

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eth Moyes is a Jersey girl with Australian roots, and is known around town as one of the most energetic ladies on the island. Actually, “energetic” is a huge understatement when describing Beth – just ask her dad.

Today, she is a race director, event manager, “personal everything girl” to five very important local people she is unable to name, dogsitter, babysitter, clinical supervisor, stage crew at Tennessee Williams (she can’t wait for “The Sound of Music”), usher at Waterfront Playhouse, and costume consultant.

The usually tutu’d Wonder Woman was going through a divorce and Key West seemed like a good place to start fresh. With a master’s degree in social work and a “Jill of all trades,” she was a therapist for children and adults, domestic and international adoption worker, foster care agency supervisor and foster parent trainer.

Phew, Beth, when do you sleep?

Because of her company, Theme Runs, she is involved with more than 20 local nonprofits on a regular basis and has hosted more than 100 runs in the Keys since 2013.

She assists them in raising money for their organization through the 5K races. “I often do pro bono race management with my company and volunteer,” she said, citing Anchor’s Aweigh, AH of Monroe County, Wesley House Family Services, and Key West Business Guild.

Her local family is huge: she’s never met someone who hasn’t turned into a friend.

“Beth is a person who doesn’t know how to say no, but everything she says yes to is to help the community; she is always looking for another way to give back,” said unpaid Theme Runs intern and friend Becki Balcer. “I wouldn’t wake up at 4 a.m. in the heat and sometimes in the rain for anyone else. She is truly appreciative of people who give back as well.”

With running season coming up in full swing, upcoming Theme Runs races include One Human Race Color Run on Sept. 22 at 6 p.m., Red Shirt Run on Sept. 29 at 8 a.m. and Heroes and Villains 5K on Oct. 22 at 6 p.m.

‘SUCH A HAPPY WAY OF HELPING OTHERS’ Nickname? BAM (my initials), Moyesee.

One fun fact about you? I hate chewing; I’d prefer only liquid food. I also have an insane number of selfies with local cool dude Ben Hennington.

What’s the most rewarding project you’ve worked on? I facilitated a group for children who were adopted as infants and were between 9-12 years old at the time they participated in the group. We wrote a children’s book together. It was a life-changing experience.

What’s been the most memorable race for you? The Buddy Pass was the first race I ever hosted. I started trying to get sponsors for Anchors Aweigh Clubhouse in the evenings and on weekends – it is a nonprofit 12-step recovery clubhouse in Key West that was struggling at the time. I was so excited to be a part of such a happy way of helping others. It was different than what I had been doing for the previous 14 years, yet still suited my morals and values.

Which TV or movie character is your alter ego? Wonder Woman, since I was 4 and ran around in Underoos. (She kinda still runs around in Underoos…)

Best piece of advice you ever received? “Strive for the best.

You’ll at least end up with very good.” My dad. Followed closely by “It’s called work for a reason.

Otherwise it would be called fun, and you’d be paying them.” Also my dad.

What is your nerdiest passion? Karaoke with sick dance moves.

If you could take one item on a deserted island, what? Why? A Kindle with unlimited books, because I would get lonely and the story characters would have to become my social life.

What was your first thought this morning? This bed is so comfy.

What does success look like? Success looks like waking up and looking forward to whatever the day may bring and putting your head on your pillow at night knowing you did your best to be good to others and to be the best version of yourself.

Favorite guilty pleasure? Spooning.

What’s the weirdest animal you’ve pet-sat? Someone’s rat.

What’s on your bucket list? Flying lessons, performing in a circus, going on an African safari, walking through the Colosseum, and eating gelato in Italy.

Perks of a “personal everything girl?” Well, let’s just say I get front row concert tickets to some pretty awesome shows.

Proudest achievement? Being someone people can rely on.

What was your first job? Answering phones and peeling garlic at a pizza shop in New Jersey.

Favorite Keysy thing to do? Go on a boat with my dog, Mako, and a dog I have been pet-sitting for four months, Bluto.

If you won the lottery, what’s the first thing you do/buy? I’d pay back my debt from Theme Runs, go visit my dad, and then fly to Australia to visit my family.

If you could change the world, what would you do? I would re-wire everyone’s brains to be kind to each other.

Favorite place you’ve traveled to?

Machu Picchu. (She’s lived in seven states: New Jersey, Arizona, Texas, New York, California, Colorado and Florida.)

What did you want to be when you grew up? That’s a trick question.

Finish these sentences…

My dad would describe me as … a “fart in a bottle.” He said that my whole life. I think he means energetic ... but WHAT?!?!

My autobiography would be titled … “Seriously, Not Serious.”

Key West is like … a foreign country within the U.S. I live by the motto … “Life is short, don’t wait.”

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KEY WEST WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

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‘LIKE CHEWING TAFFY’

Thursday, Sept. 20 • POSH Pre-Party at 5:30 p.m. at Turtle Kraals, Key West.

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Sept. 21-25 • Fall Migration Mania Birding and Wildlife Adventure at Key West Tropical Forest and Botanical Garden. keywest. garden for more information.

Sept. 20-21 • Comedian Mark Riccadonna at 8:30 p.m. at The BottleCap, Key West.

State’s 1,300 units issue sticky for BOCC he tangled affordable housing web just got more tangled.

Monroe County commissioners were admittedly perplexed at their meeting in Key Largo on Sept. 19 about the state’s gift of 1,300 affordable housing allocations, 300 of which are allotted for the county to accept or deny.

“This is more complicated and seems to be getting a lot more complicated,” said Commissioner George Neugent.

Key West, Marathon and Islamorada have individually started the mandatory process of changing their comprehensive plans to accept 300 units each, with a combined 100 for Key Colony Beach and Layton. The county has not taken a formal stance on the 300 units yet.

There are two issues commissioners say make the proposition so complicated – what happens in 2023 when there is no more development allowed in the Keys and who will pay for the “taking” lawsuits that will result; and how to enforce the mandatory early evacuation clause included for tenants of the future units.

The reason for the commission’s reluctance is based on the uncertainty of what will happen in 2023, when the state will no longer issue building permits for the Keys. Come 2023, some property owners may have to settle for an affordable right in place of the market rate they may want.

Case law suggests that as long as there is some type of “right” associated with the property — whether affordable or market — property owners will not prevail in a “taking” lawsuit.

At Wednesday’s meeting, county attorney Bob Shillinger said, “I can’t say it any clearer; accepting the allocations means fewer takings cases.”

Commissioners also worry the floodgates have been opened for the state to hand down hundreds more units in the coming years, which could result in a “build out” of the Keys, further affecting quality of life.

“For me, it kind of puts all of our parcels on the table for development. The municipalities have already accepted it. Pandora’s box has already opened,” said Commissioner Heather Carruthers.

Assistant county administrator Christine Hurley said the state Department of Economic Opportunity has indicated enforcement of early evacuation is up to the local community.

“It appears deed restrictions would be put on the properties and a rental agreement would contain a separate disclosure that failure to abide could include severe penalties, including eviction,” she said.

Commissioner Sylvia Murphy said it is impossible to make people leave early in the event of a hurricane.

“There is no way you are going to tell people when they’re going to leave, how they’re going to leave, or why. You cannot enforce it, and therefore why do it?” she said.

“This is like chewing taffy,” said Mayor David Rice. “It gets bigger and bigger the more you chew.”

After nearly two hours of discussion, commissioners directed staff to dig deeper into the details of accepting the units for further discussion at a later date.

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STATE REP., DISTRICT 120 nder Florida’s “red flag law,” the police can get judicial approval to confiscate, for up to a year, the firearms of persons deemed a danger to themselves or others. And, yet, many convicted murderers are discovered, after the fact, to have known mental instabilities. What more effective obstacles can be put in place to keep weapons out of their hands?

STEVE FRIEDMAN (D) As a gun owner, I fully support the new “red flag law” and raising the age to 21 for gun purchases. It’s tragic it took so many mass shootings to finally get common sense laws passed in Tallahassee. We must do more. Florida ranks 51st (!) in mental health funding — that is dangerously unacceptable.

One step to make mental healthcare an absolute priority would be to join the 33 other states that have expanded Medicaid.

HOLLY RASCHEIN* (R) Risk protection orders were an important policy change to help law enforcement better protect public safety, but I want the legislature to look at universal background check requirements on all sales of weapons, public and private, in the coming session. There are definitely challenges in implementation and governance, but we must meet those if it will help keep a single weapon out of the hands of mentally ill persons. The inconvenience does not outweigh the harm. *Incumbent Editor’s note: Candidate answers appear as submitted.

Saturday, Sept. 22 • Glitz and Glam Love Fund Ball benefiting Key West Police Department at 6 p.m. at Margaritaville Key West Resort.

Tuesday, Sept. 25 • Open forum with hospital board from 11 a.m. to noon at Lower Keys Medical Center clinical classroom.

• Aqua Idol supporting AH Monroe at 6:30 p.m. at Aqua Nightclub, Key West.

Wednesday, Sept. 26 • Whole Plant Lifestyle pod info session from 5 to 7 p.m. at Key West library.

Sept. 27-28 Comedian Ryan Donahue at 8:30 p.m. at The BottleCap, Key West.

Thursday, Sept. 27 Social Media For Your Business workshop from 10 to 11:30 a.m. or 1 to 3:30 p.m. at The Doubletree Grand Key Resort, Key West. For more information, contact Key West Chamber of Commerce.

• City of Key West Parks and Rec Advisory Board meeting at 6 p.m. at Poinciana Elementary School’s cafeteria.

Friday, Sept. 28 • Bike helmet fitting certification course from 10 a.m. to noon at the Gato Building, Key West.

• Leadership Monroe County alumni reception, meet and greet Class XXVII, 6 to 8 p.m., Doubletree Grand Key, Key West.

• Conch Scramble kickoff at 6 p.m.; location TBD. Saturday, Sept. 29 • Red Shirt Run for AH Monroe at 8 a.m. from Key West AIDS Memorial.

• All American BBQ Cook Off from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Keys Federal Credit Union, Key Plaza Shopping Center, Key West.

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KEY WEST WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

World War II battle off the Florida Keys. CORTNEY SKINNER/Contributed

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KEYS HISTORY

NAVY BLIMP SHOT DOWN IN THE FLORIDA STRAITS BRAD BERTELLI www.keysweekly.com

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ot all ships float in the water. The U.S. Navy K-ships, otherwise known as blimps, floated through the air. While generally used for surveillance, these Navy blimps were armed with a .50-caliber machine gun and four depth charges that could be dropped from above. During World War II, blimps assigned to Navy blimp squadron ZP-21, operating out of NAS Richmond, Florida, patrolled the Florida Straits in search of German U-boats.

On July 18, 1943, U.S. Navy K-74 was on patrol over the Atlantic when it spied the German submarine U-134 at the surface. The U-boat was on course to intercept two merchant ships, a tanker and a freighter. Understanding the potential risk, Lieutenant Nelson Grills, pilot of K-74, gave orders to engage the submarine. The 50-caliber machine gun rained bullets down on the submarine. The submarine returned fire. The blimp attempted to drop its depth charges, but the bombs failed to release as machine gun fire from the submarine filled the blimp with holes and damaged her engines.

The exchange lasted about five minutes and ended with the blimp badly damaged and beginning to lose altitude. The pilot radioed a mayday call. It was a few minutes before midnight when the blimp began to settle into the Atlantic Ocean some 40 miles east of Upper Matecumbe Key. As the blimp’s car began to flood, the 10-man crew donned their life vests and scrambled to get out of the car and into the water. The blimp’s safety raft floated away in the Gulf Stream and the crew was left to tread water in the darkness.

After checking the car to make sure everyone had escaped, the pilot became separated from the rest of the crew, who managed to stay together in two groups. They were left adrift and at the mercy of the Gulf Stream’s currents. Help arrived when the men were spotted by a plane just before 8 o’clock in the morning. As rescue ships were led to the location of the crew of the K-74, sharks, too, began to arrive on the scene.

Moments before the arrival of the submarine chaser USS SC-657 and the destroyer USS Dahlgren, Petty Officer Isadore Stressel, the blimp’s bombardier, was attacked and killed by a shark. The rest of the men were rescued. The K-74 became the only K-class patrol airship to be shot down during World War II. Brad Bertelli is curator of the Keys History & Discovery Center.

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FRIENDS CELEBRATE JIMMY McGEE’S 80TH BIRTHDAY

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ou may know him as Mr. Mojito Key West (go ahead and Google him) but on Sept. 18, the Key West community came out in force to help Jimmy McGee celebrate his 80th birthday. Hosted by Jack Flats, folks from all over the country traveled down island to take part in the surprise for McGee. It should also be noted that he is the longest running employee at Margaritaville’s Bistro 245; November marks his 22nd year on the team.

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4. Surprise!

1. Jimmy celebrates a milestone with the Jack Flats crew.

5. Friends from the “Old Country” (Syracuse, N.Y.) join Jimmy on his special night — Angi and Jim Renna, and Mary and Steve Bergstraesser.

2. Jimmy shares the festivities with long-time girlfriend Eileen Giannone.

3. The birthday boy’s family hails from Philadelphia.

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6. The “original” Bistro 245 Crew are also marking Jimmy’s 22nd anniversary with the business.

7. The whole crew: members from both Jimmy and Eileen’s family are part of the festivities.

HUMOR

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ccording to the national media, Brett Kavanaugh’s Supreme Court nomination is in “Big Trouble” — capital B, capital T. Allegations surfaced recently that he sexually assaulted a classmate back in prep school, more than 35 years ago. The accusations kick the stuffing out of the idea that “What happens in the Keys, stays in the Keys.” Yikes.

TOP 10 THINGS FROM YOUR PAST THAT COULD BE USED AGAINST YOU

1. Facial tattoos only work for retired boxing champs and serial killers. There is no place in the future where they work for you.

2. Your podcast from college titled: “Maybe Women Have Come Too Far, Too Fast.”

3. That one year you spent on the “organic farm” (a.k.a. nudist colony).

4. If all those jokes about having kids you don’t know about — are true.

5. If you ever referred to a random female as “toots,” “sugar cakes,” or “hot mamma.” Trust us. Don’t bother running for office (except for president).

6. You’ve been known to play devil’s advocate when talking about white supremacist groups.

7. Your tax return has a permanent line item for “hush money.”

8. Your online avatar is a talking eggplant.

9. In every picture of you from age 12 to 40, you are wearing a "Legalize Marijuana” T-shirt.

10. You wrote your graduate thesis on how Martin Luther King was the best boxing promoter of all time.

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HAYS BLINCKMANN hays@keysweekly.com

KEY WEST THEATER Sunday, Sept. 30 Rams Head Presents Louie Anderson 6:30 & 9:30 p.m. www.thekeywesttheater.com

t’s the voice, his signature voice that is tinged with a nasally sweetness that any comedy lover can recognize.

With just the right amounts of sarcasm, warmth and truth, Louie Anderson has been making America laugh for exactly four decades. Since his first standup routine on Oct. 10, 1978, Anderson has carved a comedy niche retelling his family stories and life observations in a clean but bitingly acerbic fashion.

“A stress test — you know what that is? It’s where you have your whole family over to the house,” Anderson is known to say. He was the second to last of 11 children growing up in Minnesota, with as many ups as downs to talk about that attracted audiences.

Anderson used his personal life to leap from stage to movies like “Coming To America” and “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.” He has been a regular on TV sitcoms, including his best-known show, the cartoon “Life With Louie” inspired by his family, and hosting “Family Feud.” Anderson has appeared on every late night show from Carson to Colbert, authored four books and continues to perform standup. Coming to the Key West Theater on Sunday, Sept. 30 for two shows, Anderson will be bringing his best on stage with his classic stories and his penchant for turning life into brilliant one-liners.

“I would like to say I don’t work at it, but I do, very hard,” said Anderson. “No one enjoys the show as much as I do. I have a responsibility to bring it. I open up my heart and let the crowd see how vulnerable I am and it works.” In the same vein as Richard Pryor and Robin Williams, Anderson talks to his audiences and reacts to their emotions.

His most recent role, on the hit show “Baskets” opposite Zach Galifianakis, won him an Emmy in 2016 and another nomination this year. Anderson plays the mother, Christine Baskets, a character based on his own midwestern, suburban mother. “She had a big life and I want to celebrate that, represent all the good in her.” Anderson has always been open about his father’s alcoholism, which he compares to “nuclear fallout,” and sees the character as a chance to give voice to his mother.

He doesn’t change his own voice playing a woman, and it works.

When Galifianakis asked him to play a woman, he thought, “Oh my God, that’s perfect.” Admittedly, he always thought he would eventually portray his father, not his mother. Anderson’s character is so lovable and nuanced, audiences react to the genuine affection he has for the character. “Christine Baskets helped people wake up to the fact I am a really good actor,” said Anderson. It also helped inspire his latest book, “Hey Mom,” composed of recent letters he has written to his deceased mother.

Named by Comedy Central as one of the 100 greatest standup comedians of all time, Anderson promises, “I will just keep talking if I enjoy the crowd; sometimes they have to remind me to get off stage.”

A NIGHT WITH LOUIE Comedian at The Key West Theater for two shows

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KEY WEST WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

Friday, September 21st National Deer Key Refuge (Big Pine Key) Bird Walk 7:00 AM

Celebrating 92 Years!

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Saturday, September 22nd Key West Tropical Forest Early Bird Tour 8:00 AM Butterfly Tour 10:00 AM Bird Tour 3:00 PM Wine & Cheese Social Presentation 5:30 PM

Sunday, September 23rd Self-guided walks at both locations

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Nicky Sorbelli will always be remembered for his love of life and nature.

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t only took nine months to change the Sorbelli family forever. That was the time from the diagnosis of T cell lymphoblastic lymphoma to the loss of 10-year-old Nicky Sorbelli in February 2016. During that time, Nicky’s mother, Jamie Sorbelli, learned all about pediatric cancer but also about the kindness of a community and she hasn’t forgotten it.

“I didn’t want to accept help at first, I didn’t know how to be on the receiving end,” said Sorbelli. When Mercy Hiller at the Cancer Foundation simply said, “What do you need?” that made all the difference for the Sorbelli family. The foundation helped the family keep their Key West home while still treating Nicky in Miami. This also allowed Nicky’s older sister, Leela, to stay in school here with friends and family, keep the family business Island Guitar running, and, importantly, bring Nicky home to his own room at least three times during treatment.

“There was just no other way without the help from the foundation, but I made a personal vow to pay it all back,” said Sorbelli.

That payback includes the second “Nicky’s Paddle Celebration,” on Sunday, Sept. 23, at Geiger Key sponsored

by Island Guitar and Key West Eco Tours, with all proceeds going to The Cancer Foundation of the Florida Keys.

Sorbelli, an avid paddleboarder, once worked for Carla Bellinger of Key West Eco Tours but the two became closer after Nicky’s diagnosis.

“In 1977 at the age of 7, I was diagnosed with the same cancer as Nicky,” said Bellinger. “After three years of experimental chemotherapy treatments and surgeries, I went into remission.

Not much has changed in medical treatments for children in the past 30 years and only 4 percent of the Cancer Institute budget is allocated for the research of childhood cancers. It takes a community to help a family during such an ordeal. That is why I feel strongly about supporting The Cancer Foundation of the Florida Keys.”

Sorbelli and Bellenger have created a true event in Nicky’s honor, who loved the outdoors, paddleboarding and music. It’s not a race, but a paddle and kayak event for all ages to navigate two courses, either 2.9 or 5.5 miles. “We didn’t want people to feel intimidated, so there are 12 safety officers always in sight for help,” said Sorbelli who has thought out every detail. Along with the water events for the whole family, there is a bake sale that has proven popular; an hour-long ukulele jam on kayaks with Nicky’s father, Wayne Sorbelli, for $35; music at Geiger Key Restaurant; and an amazing raffle, featuring both an Austin acoustic guitar valued at $225 and Luna “Athena” semi hollow-body guitar valued at $749.99. Visit 2nd Annual Nicky’s Paddle Celebration! on Facebook to see more.

“The first one was such a success, and everyone said they couldn’t wait for the next , so here I guess we are going to keep doing it.” Sorbelli isn’t just committed to an annual event but has now formed a non profit Nickyscelebration to continue fundraising

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Valued at $749.99, this Luna “Athena” semi hollow-body guitar will be in the raffle. Also up for grabs: items like 2 people on the Morning Dolphin Watch with Dolphin Safari, a $190 value; a choice of any Costa sunglasses from Bear Holeman Charters; over $250 in private music lessons from Island Guitar; and a $150 package from Key West Eco Tour including 1 month unlimited paddle pass.

and aims to start a scholarship fund for future young musicians. Now Nicky won’t just be remembered, he will be a legacy and tribute to the community’s help.

Although there will be registration in the morning, participants are encouraged to pre-register at paddleguru.com to ensure there are enough kayaks and paddleboards.

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he Florida Keys missed out on thousands of volunteer hours after Hurricane Irma hit the Keys. While there were many offers of help, volunteers either had no place to stay as many hotels were offline, or had to arrive fully funded and able to pay the $200-a-night rate. Even in cases where hotels were open, it was hard to balance the need for volunteers with the need to bring the economy back up to speed with tourism dollars.

The plans for the “Volunteer Village” on Big Pine Key could alleviate some of that pressure.

“Really we’re six to nine months too late,” said Monroe County Commissioner George Nugent, “but we’re finally getting it done.”

Monroe County signed a twoyear lease with the Monroe County Long Term Recovery Group — at $10 a year — to develop the former site of the Habitat for Humanity Re-Store on Big Pine Key. (The building was leveled after the hurricane, but structural issues closed the store some time ago.)

The plan is to build four pods, capable of housing 12 to 16 volunteers in each. The pods would be raised out of the flood zone, with a free-standing roof to shade the housing. There would be a shared common area, possibly outdoor

kitchens, and other facilities to make the facility self-reliant. It would operate like a revolving door — groups would arrive for a week or two to stay and work, to be replaced by a fresh set of volunteers.

Neils Hubbell, a semi-retired builder out of Key West, is helping to draw up the plans that include honest-to-God shipping containers.

“I’ve done a little research and I think I can get a 20-foot shipping container for about $1,800. Basically we divide them in half to create two 10-foot by 10-foot sleeping areas that can accommodate two cots. We cut a hole in one side for the door, and the other side for a window and put an a/c unit on top,” Hubbell said.

The Volunteer Village would be operated by the Monroe County Long Term Recovery Group. Headed by Michelle Luckett, it’s basically an organized leadership group to help coordinate the efforts of nonprofits, faith-based and social service agencies providing disaster assistance in Monroe County.

“We are the point of the spear,” Luckett said of the Monroe County Long Term Recovery Group, “who gets all the help marching in the same direction.”

She said her agency can coordi-

nate the efforts of the others — one with funds for roofing supplies and another with volunteer roofers, for example. She said the agency can stand up in a disaster, and possibly go dormant during times when it’s not needed.

So far, she has secured funding for the site’s infrastructure — electric, water and sewer installations — from the Presbyterian Disaster Assistance Network and a Keys nonprofit which chooses to remain anonymous. The Florida Conference of United Methodist Church has pledged $100,000 toward the construction of the first pod. Luckett estimates the entire build will cost about $500,000.

“This would not have been possible without the partnership of Monroe County who leased the land,” said Luckett.

She said the need is long-term: “Realistically, it will take us two more years to recover from Hurricane Irma. And who knows what’s needed after that? Will there be another storm? Or a group of Habitat for Humanity volunteers who need a place to stay while they build affordable housing?”

She said the volunteer village could exist in perpetuity and even become a part of the volunteer tourism economy of the Florida Keys. In the event of another

storm, it could be used for staging or mobile offices as well.

“The value of a volunteer is so significant,” said Stephanie Kaple, director of the Florida Keys Outreach Coalition. “Keys residents are all working. We may want to go out and volunteer every weekend but other things get in the way — we have jobs, and we’re parents.

We need to take advantage of those who have time, and the skills to help us recover while keeping our hotels open for the muchneeded tourists.”

The concept of a volunteer village is cutting-edge, but one Neugent said was glaringly obvious even before Hurricane Irma hit.

He said the property on Big Pine Key was specifically acquired for the purpose of hurricane recovery many years ago.

“Bill Lowey and I brought this idea forward after Hurricane Wilma in 2005,” Neugent said, “when we knew we at least needed warehouse space.” Neugent said he would like to see a volunteer village on both sides of the 7 Mile Bridge, plus auxiliary sites next to churches or other civic organizations with infrastructure to support trailers for emergency volunteers.

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KEYS’ Hurricane Florence Crew includes Miguel Gonzalez, Armando Rojas, Herschell Major, Mike Hendricks, and Joey Diaz. Fortunately, their services were not needed and they were sent home again. CONTRIBUTED.

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hile the winds from Hurricane Florence weren’t catastrophic, the amount of rain that has fallen since Sept. 14 on the Carolinas is. More than 40 inches of rain has fallen in some parts of the two states, and rivers have breached the banks. It marks a year and four days since Keys residents experienced something similar and they are finding a way to give back.

UPPER KEYS “The Friday after Hurricane Irma hit, a group of Rotarians arrived in the Keys from North Carolina with a double-packed semi truck,” said Don Horton, a member of the Upper Keys Rotary Club.

So, even before the storm touched the shores of the Carolinas, he and his Keys club were collecting goods to return the favor.

And not just anything, either, the right stuff.

“They didn’t bring stuffed bunnies or yard sale clothes,” Horton said. “Those guys brought everything we needed — Clorox, work gloves, flashlights, some rope and some bungee cord. It was all those things we needed to dig out.”

Horton and the Upper Keys Rotary came up with a list and are storing donations in Mike Forster’s restaurant that is under renovation in Tavernier. On Monday, Sept. 24, Horton and his girlfriend Carla are taking off, towing a 22-foot trailer.

IT WASN’T THE WIND, IT WAS THE RAIN. ITWASN’TANOBLIGATION, BUT A CHOICE. “A couple of the rivers are due to crest today and tomorrow, and parts of I-95 are still closed,” Horton said on Sept. 19. “We’re collecting a few extra things and will pack up the trailer this weekend.”

The two Rotary clubs are communicating with one another in an effort to get the goods exactly where they are needed.

For more information, visit Don Horton’s Facebook page, or simply drop off a check made out to the Upper Keys Rotary Club at Mangrove Mike’s new building in Tavernier across from Coral Shores High School.

Miletti has already filled one gap — a child needed a specific type of formula, used in conjunction with a feeding tube.

“One of my friends in the Kindness 365 Network not only found it, but got a supply that will last for months,” Miletti said.

The national news has reported the North Carolina farming industry has lost millions of animals. It’s estimated that about 3 million chickens, and 5,500 pigs have perished in the floodwaters.

For more information, visit Lisa Miletti’s Facebook page.

MARATHON Marathon Councilman Steve Cook found a very personal way to give back. After Irma, a Marathon Station “Coastie” was a huge help to him and his wife, Sheila.

“Anthony ‘Izzy’ Iannizzaro basically put the exterior of my Marathon house back together after Irma,” Cook said. Cook made room for Izzy and family in his Georgia abode. And when the storm’s winds died down, he pre-cooked a bunch of chicken and ribs, vacuum sealed it, and sent them off.

“I couldn’t go with them, which just breaks my heart,” he said.

Iannizzaro and his wife both have family in Newport, North Carolina and they are moving to the area soon. Newport is a few miles inland, north of Wilmington.

“Their houses were flooded out, so we sent them with the food and some gear,” Cook said.

UTILITIES Both Keys Energy Services and Florida Keys Electric Cooperative mobilized crews late last week to send to the Carolinas. KEYS sent five guys, and FKEC sent 8 linemen plus three bucket trucks, one digger truck, and accessories like trailers and pick ups.

FKEC posted a moving video of the caravan pulling out of the Upper Keys headquarters.

“I hope they get there and turn around and come back. I hope there is no work for them because hurricane damage is minimal,” said CEO Scott Newberry of FKEC. His words were prophetic. Both crews staged in Jacksonville for a few days and have already returned.

“That’s what happens. We sent crews during Hurricane Matthew and Superstorm Sandy. They help us, and we help them,” said KEYS spokesperson Julio J. Torrado.

BIG PINE KEY Lisa Miletti — the woman who cooked every single day on Big Pine Key for months after Irma, distributing the meals for free — left Sept. 18 for the Carolinas. Her advance team landed in Swansboro, North Carolina to set up shop and begin the giving. The town is located on the coast, just north of Wilmington.

“They took enough food for a couple of days and started cooking right away,” Miletti said. “Swansboro is a real blue-collar community with farms. They are taking a lot of rain.”

KEYS’ Hurricane Florence Crew were Miguel Gonzalez, left, Armando Rojas, Herschell Major, Mike Hendricks, and Joey Diaz. Fortunately, their services were not required and they are already home.

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Coral Reefer, the longtime name of his band and parent company, almost was too good a fit for the devil’s lettuce. Profit-loving Buffett saw the perfect opportunity and is cashing in on the future of marijuana products. Willie Nelson already did, of course, and saw $30 million in profits

by January 2018.

Buffett chose to partner with Surterra Wellness, founded in 2014, one of the fastest growing and leading medical cannabis companies in the U.S. Surterra also has one of the few marijuana licenses in Florida and plans to launch products in 2019.

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followed and studied with keen intensity the recent evolvement of the medical marijuana story and the path towards the simple common-sense conclusion that cannabis is good medicine and should be made available to all who need it.” Buffett also was a large supporter of the medical marijuana bill being passed in Florida before the deal.

A symbol of paradise music, beach vibes and umbrella drinks, it feels fitting for Buffett to add the Caribbean cabbage to the Margaritaville lifestyle brand. But will it go without a few silly stoner jokes? Not likely.

It begs the reference to the Keys’ own Jimmy Johnson and his endorsement for Extenze, a penile enhancement pill. When he proudly hitched his Johnson name to small penises everywhere, the internet sacked him, to say the least. So will Parrotheads bogart that joint or stick to nibblin' on sponge cake and watchin' the sun bake? So far, being wasted away in Margaritaville has paid off big-time for Buffett, with products like tequila, rums and Landshark beer, so most likely, a “coral” reefer will too.

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COSTUME SWAP AT LIBRARY The Key West Library is currently accepting kids’ costume donations for a swap that will be held on Oct. 12 and 13 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 700 Fleming St. Donations are accepted during library hours up through the day of the event. More information is available from the library at 305-292-3595.

KING TIDE PHOTO CHALLENGE On Oct. 26-27, the high tides are predicted to reach 2.6 feet.

Via smartphones and social media, the public is invited to document king tides. These photos help local government plan for future flood risks and involve the community directly in the science that will drive decisions for the future. Everyone is welcome to participate.

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1) Pick the site(s): The challenge needs photos from all over the Keys. It is important to choose a site that is both low and recognizable as one that is usually above ground. Especially important are areas near your neighborhood that most people might not know about. Please take photos of the site in normal circumstances as well as during the high tide.

2) Time the tide: It is important to be there at the highest tide for the best photo. Check the tide chart for the right time for the chosen area (high tide time can vary by up to an hour depending on where the site is located): http://www.saltwatertides.com/ dynamic.dir/floridakeyssites.html

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3) Send it in: Email the best photos to FloridaKeysKingTides@ gmail.com. The best shots will be posted on our Flickr. All high tide photos submitted to the cause will become the property of Monroe County, with full credit to the photographers. See past photos here: bit.ly/keyskingtide SOS NEEDS VOLUNTEERS AT STOCK ISLAND PANTRY The SOS Foundation Food Pantry, located on Stock Island, is in need of regular volunteers.

Volunteers walk clients around the client-choice pantry, assisting them and informing them on how many items to select.

Volunteers may occasionally stock shelves or help complete other tasks in the pantry. The pantry is looking for volunteers who can commit to volunteering a couple hours each week. For more information, email paige@ sosmission.org.

CALL FOR WOODCARVERS, SCULPTORS AT KEY WEST TROPICAL FOREST The Key West Tropical Forest and Botanical Garden is seeking any woodcarvers/sculptors interested in creating a unique sculpture to showcase the artist’s talent at the Stock Island garden.

Hurricane Irma destroyed the garden’s Florida State Champion black olive tree, leaving a 12-foot stump, which would make a beautiful sculpture to be donated to the garden by an artist. For more information, call 305-296-1504 or visit www. keywest.garden.

REMARCABLE PUMPKIN PATCH SCHEDULING STORY TIMES The MARC ReMARCable Pumpkin Patch is inviting local elementary school teachers to set up a day for their students to stop by for a story time visit by Friday, Sept.

21. Visits are available from Oct. 3 through Oct. 26. The visit gives students a chance to purchase their own “baby” pumpkins, have play time with crayons, and enjoy a few games. Call Ellen Collins at 305-294-9526 ext. 19 to schedule.

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WILDLIFE

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CROC TALK CAPT. DIPRE DISPELS MYTHS, JASON KOLER

jason@keysweekly.com

WC Captain David Dipre is a guardian of natural resources — whether he’s apprehending a lobster poacher, protecting saltwater crocodiles or giving his 17-year-old daughter the keys to the car.

Growing up in middle class Pennsylvania, he enlisted in the US Army right out of high school, became a medic and was stationed at the Irwin Army Hospital at Fort Riley, Texas and the 97th General Hospital in Frankfurt, Germany. After his discharge he spent two more years in Europe running the USO Club, where he hosted steak-andlobster galas for military brass.

He landed in the Keys in 1993 and took a job as a dispatcher with Florida Marine Patrol. Shortly after the formation of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, he was deputized, and has spent the last two decades working all sorts of cases, from human trafficking and drug smuggling to hurricanes, theft and diving and boating accidents.

Dipre and his wife, Kim, live in Marathon with their daughter, who attends Marathon High School.

The FWC recently changed its position on crocodiles in the Keys.

What prompted the change? Mostly the fear generated by the public. People don’t know and don’t understand the realities of the croc and when people are concerned they take drastic actions that could harm the crocodiles.

Our main concern is to protect the saltwater crocodile species through education.

So what is the FWC’s protocol when a resident reports a saltwater croc in their neighborhood? FWC will educate the resident on the behaviors of crocs — assuring the resident the croc is more afraid of us than we are of it. In the rare instance when a croc needs to be removed, it’s trapped by a professional and taken to an area where the croc will be safe.

If the FWC has determined that the croc needs to be removed, what happens next? We will contact our trappers, who will assess the situation and determine whether it needs to be relocated.

In the event we do need to move it, a trapper will humanely capture the reptile and move it to an area where it will not be attacked or killed by another croc.

What’s the difference between the saltwater crocodiles of the Florida Keys and the alligators of the Everglades? They are similar in many ways, especially in appearance. However, the behavior of the croc is much more passive and docile than alligators. People should be more concerned about alligators than crocodiles.

Is it true that the Keys are being overrun with saltwater crocodiles and it’s no longer safe to swim in canals or let your kids into the yard unattended?

Absolutely not. Saltwater crocs are territorial. You may have one or two in an area, but that is all because they don’t allow the area to be overrun. They are not like iguanas. It is safe to swim in the canals and, in relation to crocs …. fire ants, no-see-ums, and child abductions are more serious threats to your child than crocs.

If a resident finds a crocodile on their property, are they allowed to use force to remove the animal, or should they try luring it away with food?

They are NOT allowed to use force and they are NOT allowed to lure it with food. It’s against the law and there could be state or federal charges that include fines and possible jail. They should call us — 866-FWC-GATOR (866-392-4286) — and allow us to take appropriate action.

If you spot a crocodile close to your pet or children, what is the best course of action? Make a lot of noise. In 23 years I have never seen nor heard of a saltwater croc getting aggressive or assertive with a child.

Are residents allowed to legally hunt or trap saltwater crocodiles? No. Not in any way.

How many crocodile attacks are reported on an annual basis?

I believe there are about two reported attacks against small pets.

What courses of action should residents take to protect their family and pets from crocodiles?

Just stay with your pet if a crocodile is in the area.

If you are with them, the crocs will most likely stay away. If you feel your pet is threatened, you can call FWC and we will investigate.

If you could have lunch with one person, dead or alive, who would it be and where would you go? Abe Lincoln at Burdines because of their fish sandwich and French fries. I guarantee Abe has never had a fish sandwich anywhere close to Burdines and their fries are the best. I would ask a lot of questions in terms of how to fix the race relations.

You boast an impressive collection of costumes. What is your favorite and what occasion requires you to wear it? A composer for Halloween. Folks mistook me for a drag queen, but I was actually a composer from the late 1800s.

You are the frontman, keyboardist and sing vocals for the cop rock band In Pursuit. What does the future hold for the band? Lollapalooza? We are looking at opening for the Rolling Stones at one of their upcoming shows. I know Mick has been trying to get ahold of me. We have spoken a number of times and I know it’s going to happen. He’s just old and forgetful.

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NICE, BOY. NICE, CROC. Crocodile attacks on people are very rare. Most are defensive warnings to stay away from nests.

Nesting season is May and June, and hatching occurs at the end of July and in August. They are considered docile by trappers, who often use only ropes to subdue the wild animals.

WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE? Folks always want to know about the difference between crocodiles and alligators. It’s simple: some will see you later, others after a while.

Seriously, the main difference between the two is that gators are just a ‘cold weather’ version of crocodiles: they can live in climates that would kill any crocodile. Gators are black in color so they can attract more light from the sun to heat themselves; crocs are never black.

Think of an alligator as a solar panel with teeth, whereas crocodiles are just teeth.

DOING WELL, THANKS The American crocodile is an endangered species success story. According to the FWC, since 1975 their numbers have increased from fewer than 300 to more than 1,500 adults.

Today, they are classified as a threatened species. The number of crocodile complaints has risen as a result of their recovery and the increasing number of people living and recreating in South Florida.

— Weekly staff report with the help of FWC crocodile response agent Chris Guinto.

DINNER’S SERVED In the Keys, crocodiles eat fish and iguanas. They also munch on small mammals like raccoons and, unfortunately, they eye pets as food. Crocodiles are VERY attracted to the trimmings from anglers’ recent fishing trips. Rather than pushing the fish scraps into the canal next to the fillet station, just freeze them and put them out with the garbage until the crocs go in hunt of a better food source.

TOOTHY INTERSECTION Of the 23 different species of crocodilians in the world, two species are native to the United States, and South Florida is the only place where both of these species coexist.

“Just when you think you got it all figured out, the croc shows you a new trick. They keep you on your toes. If I’m investigating a nuisance call, I want everyone in the neighborhood to call me and tell me about the croc. Every little piece of the puzzle gives me a better picture of what’s going on with this animal.”

— Chris Guinto, FWC crocodile response agent and nuisance alligator trapper

FORWARDING ADDRESS? Nope. Think of crocodiles as rock stars without a Twitter or Instagram account. And moving them across Florida Bay won’t help. If they want to come back, they will.

So, when professional trappers relocate crocodiles, they don’t advertise the new environs. Second, trappers try to find the crocs a BETTER place to stay, like a hotel upgrade, with a better habitat.

Third, they really are very shy and enjoy their privacy.

TOUGH and SMART Crocodiles are the ultimate survivors; scientists believe they have been around for about 200 million years ago. Put it this way: they have outlived the dinosaurs by 65 million years and even humans, their most worthy opponent, haven’t extinguished the species.

There are 23 crocodilian species, which include crocodiles, caimans, alligators and Gharials. There are only two saltwater crocs — the American Crocodile and the Australian Saltwater Crocodile.

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ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT

KEY WEST WEEKLY / SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

BRINGING THE PAST TO THE PRESENT

Archaeologist brings Stock Island research to schools

COMEDIANS TAKE STAGE AT BOTTLECAP

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Mark Riccadonna

omedians Mark Riccadonna and Ryan Donahue will perform at The BottleCap. Riccadonna performs Thursday and Friday, Sept. 20 and 21. He headlines throughout New York City, and elsewhere, including entertaining U.S. troops worldwide. He also has a popular podcast, plays a lead role in the feature film "Days of Power" and writes for Weekend Update on “Saturday Night Live.”

Donahue performs Thursday and Friday, Sept. 27 and 28. He has appeared on Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night talk show, as well as in the HBO series “Crashing.” In 2015 he was named one of the “new faces of comedy” by the “Just for Laughs” Montreal Comedy Festival and Great American Comedy Festival, among others.

Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and showtime is at 8:30.

More information and tickets ($15) are at www.comedykeywest.com. BottleCap is at 1128 Simonton St. in Key West.

— Contributed

Ryan Donahue

Ryan M. Harke, an archaeology and anthropology instructor at the University of South Florida, mills samples of powdered shell off of a horse conch to study its geochemistry to determine how long they live.

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or the past two years, archaeologist Ryan Harke of Tampa, Florida, has been researching a little-known Pre-Columbian habitation on Stock Island. The doctoral candidate will be in Key West to continue his work on Sept. 20-23 and on Friday, Sept. 21, will share his methods and findings with Sugarloaf Elementary School 8th grade students as well as with a group of Horace O’Bryant STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) students, courtesy of Key West Art & Historical Society.

The site Harke is studying, located on Stock Island where the jail and its parking lot now are, is one of the largest PreColumbian habitations known in the Keys, consisting of a black-earth mound. By studying the mound and a large midden of shells, sea-turtle bones, shellfish, and the now-extinct

Caribbean Monk seal and pygmy sperm whale remains found there, Harke can determine how Florida Keys Native Americans interacted with their environment 800 years ago, including knowing what they ate and what tools they used.

Harke said he is also working on fundraising for a Florida State Historical Marker for the site. “The Department of State, Division of Historical Resources, offers a matching grant program, so of the $2,000 total cost, I’m looking to raise $1,000.

Ninety-five percent of history museums, tours and tourist information is concerned with the European, American, and later Caribbean presence in the islands,” he added. “It's exciting to learn more about the first people to ever inhabit Key West and the other Keys.”

— Contributed

EVANS, HEMINGWAY AND HAVANA ON DISPLAY

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ans of photographer Walker Evans can explore the Havana of 1933 through his eyes in, “3 Weeks in Cuba: Walker Evans & Ernest Hemingway,” which will be displayed on the ground floor foyer of the Custom House Museum through Oct. 10. KEY WEST ART & HISTORICAL SOCIETY/Contributed

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What advice would you give to underclassmen? Get your work done early.

What is your favorite social medium, why, and whom do you follow? Snapchat; it is amazing and I basically follow everyone.

What do you want to be remembered for at Key West High School? I want to be remembered for being a hard worker.

What three things do you want to accomplish before your 10year high school reunion? Make money, have a good job, not be too stressed out.

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

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 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.

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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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DOLPHIN RESEARCH CENTER 58901 O/S Hwy - Grassy Key, FL Teaching... Learning...Caring

Dolphin Research Center has a FT opening for an Animal Care & Habitat Apprentice. Must work well with animals, in order to support Medical & Animal Care & Training departments & participate on Manatee Rescue Team.

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Cars - Vans - TrucksRunning or Not. $ C A S H $ 3 0 5 - 3 3 2 - 0 4 8 3

troubleshooting collection system & plant components preferred.

Must live within 50 miles of Key Largo.

EOE. Email resume to: KeyLargo Employment@ gmail. com.

Inn). On two lots - plenty of parking. $1,600/ month F/L/S House is for sale-month to month lease.

216-509-4400

year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2016/665 Alt Key No: 1263028 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2016 RE: 00199700000000 Description of Property: BK 3 LT 5 SUMMERLAND EST RE-SUB 2 SUMMERLAND KEY PB4-2OR222-191/92 OR1014-1580 OR1018-1890C OR1497-2108 OR2103-2210 Name in which assessed: SCORZA GREGORY M

We buy Cars Trucks SUVs etc.... Anything from $1000 - $100,000. ..CASH..

No Junk.

Call Sam 239-5954021. We come to you.

AUTOS FOR SALE 2008 LINCOLN MKX, 3.5L, V6, 109,701 miles, $8,995 OBO. Car in Marathon 305-304-0488

EMPLOYMENT NOW HIRING: Form Carpenter and Heavy Equipment Operator needed in the Upper Keys. Contact 305-8523002 or email: admin@ cbtconstruct.com Teller-FT-Bilingual. Keys Federal Credit Union Marathon Shores. Are you looking to start your career in a fun, supportive environment? Interested in furthering your customer service and relationship building skills while strengthening your financial knowledge?

This role is a reat step for anyone interested in a banking career and looking to grow their knowledge.

Excellent pay and benefits including paid vacation and holiday pay. Cash handling experience and excellent customer service skills required.

Good credit and HS diploma or equiv. required. Visit www. keysfcu.org EOE City of Marathon - Job Openings: Right of Way Technician and Marina Seasonal Customer Service Representative EOE FULL BENEFITS www.ci.marathon.fl.us Dynasty Marine Associates, Inc. located in the Florida Keys, is a highly-respected supplier of Caribbean marine life to public aquariums and zoos throughout the word is currently seeking a Packing Materials Specialist for fill a parttime position. This is an excellent opportunity to grow with an existing business in an interesting field. This position will primarily consist of box assembly, plastic cup alterations, ice pack making and other duties as the supervisor may see fit. This position will answer to the Lab Manager for daily instructions as duties may be different each day. If interested, please send an email to info@dynastymarine. net or come by the office at 10602 7th Ave. Gulf, Marathon, FL 33050 for an application. www.dynastymarine.net

Medical Assistant needed for part-time position every Friday from 8am-5pm in our Marathon office.

Please call Lisa Voss @ Florida Spine Specialists at 305-294-9680.

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) 962-5243 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 305-395-8294 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

HOBBIES/COLLECT. PRIVATE COLLECTOR WANTS Rolex, Dive watches and Pilot watches. Old model Military clocks & watches. Call 3057 4 3 - 4 5 7 8 S m a T E HOUSING FOR RENT 1 BR/1 BA in Marathon.

Waterview, fully furnished, W/D. One person only. $1,275/ month includes utilities.

F/L/S Background check req. 786-659-3956

Kennel Assistant/ Bather Part-time.

Grannie’s Bed, Bone & Spa in Islamorada.

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

ROOM FOR RENT/Use of home in Marathon.

Singles only. Dogs ok.

Long term. $1,000/month + security. 305-517-6345

Local Utility accepting applications for the position of Maintenance Technician with d e m o n s t r a t e d ability to perform preventative and corrective maintenance on wastewater system components.

Experience in

2BR/1BA Duplex in Marathon For Rent.

Newly remodeled. $2 ,10 0/m o nt h .

F/L/S 305-289-5862 1BR/1BA House w/ detached Studio Apartment for rent in Key Largo (near Ramada

1BR/1BA Duplex $1,700/monthly + Utilities.

Centrally located in Islamorada, MM 80, 6 Month Lease, First/Security required. Call 305664-5023 9a-5p M-F

HOUSING WANTED Looking for apartment to rent in Marathon area.

Jan/Feb/March 2019.

2BR/2BA. References a v a i l a b l e .

4 1 0 - 6 2 9 - 9 2 3 2

RV LOT FOR RENT RV Lot for Rent in Marathon. 35’ X 65’ Lot. $1,250/month + util. Key RV, 6099 Overseas Highway #15-E. 760-565-7210 or 760-574-4915

OFFICE SPACE Daytime Meeting Rental Space available in Marathon.

Contact Marathon Community Theatre at 305-7430408 or email gm@ m a rath o nth eate r.o rg Office Space for Rent in Marathon on US-1. 6 rooms & 1 bathroom.

1700 SF . $2800/ month. 305-588-1021 SERVICES OFFERED Cleaning Services in Marathon: Home, C o m m e r c i a l , Vacation Rentals and Construction Cleanup. S.L. Cleaning Services 305-8536417 and 417-294-1528 SINGERS NEEDED Calling all Singers!!!

Please come and join Director Jack Louden and Mr. Tim Peterson as we prepare our choirs for a fabulous Holiday concert on December 23 rd at 4 p.m. at San Pablo Church in Marathon. We have some beautiful music picked out! Rehearsals for Mr. Louden will be held each Thursday from 6 until 7:30 p.m. at San Pablo Church in Marathon. St. Peter’s Episcopal Church Choir will also be singing with us on the same date.

For more information, please call Mr. Louden at 770-870-8334.

YARD SALES ESTATE SALE: FRI & SAT from 10am-6pm. 2,600 SF home.

Antiques, furniture, household items and tools. #2 12th Avenue, Stock Island

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2018-41 Notice is hereby given that BLACK CUB SB MUNI CUST FOR holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and

All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida.

Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL on the 18th day of October 2018 at 10:00am.

Dated this 24th day of August, 2018.

KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Published: August 30, September 6, September 13 and September 20, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2018-42 Notice is hereby given that BLACK CUB SB MUNI CUST FOR holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2016/1780 Alt Key No: 1645567 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2016 RE: 00526330000000 Description of Property: BK 14 LT 8 AMD PLAT OF PB362 KEY LARGO PARK KEY LARGO OR139-108 OR8461417 OR1830392TD(CTT) Name in which assessed: FUENTES MANUEL All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida.

Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL on the 18th

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Dated this 24th day of August, 2018.

KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Published: August 30, September 6, September 13 and September 20, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2018-43 Notice is hereby given that BLACK CUB SB MUNI CUST FOR holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2016/1582 Alt Key No: 9101658 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2016 RE: 00483401014100 Description of Property: UNIT 141 KEY LARGO OCEAN RESORT CONDOMINIUM OR2611-920 Name in which assessed: GARCIA DAVID AND CRISTINA V GARCIA All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida.

Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL on the 18th day of October 2018 at 10:00am.

Dated this 24th day of August, 2018.

KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Published: August 30, September 6, September 13 and September 20, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2018-52 Notice is hereby given that ARIEL FUND 2011 TAX, LLC holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2011/2121

LEGAL NOTICES Alt Key No: 1456811 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2011 RE: 00373730000000 Description of Property: CRAINS SUBD OF GRASSY KEY PB 1-51 PT SECS 24-25-26 TWP 65S R 33E LOT 10 SQR 53 OR55788 OR695-311 OR883-199 OR10991648R/S OR19112064D/C OR21992487PET(PROB#6CP-16M) Name in which assessed: KELLEY WILLIAM O JR ESTATE C/O SAUFLEY KATE K P/R All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida.

Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL on the 18th day of October 2018 at 10:00am.

Dated this 24th day of August, 2018.

KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Published: August 30, September 6, September 13 and September 20, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2018-53 Notice is hereby given that BLACK CUB SB MUNI CUST FOR holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2016/930 Alt Key No: 1415171 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2016 RE: 00337530000000 Description of Property: BK 2 LT 4 LINCOLN MANOR PB4-16 KEY VACA OR209-397398 OR750-374 Name in which assessed: QUALLS BROTHERS INC All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida.

Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL on the 18th day of October 2018 at 10:00am.

Dated this 24th day of August, 2018.

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 LEGAL NOTICES KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Published: August 30, September 6, September 13 and September 20, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2018-54 Notice is hereby given that ARIEL FUND 2011 TAX, LLC holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon.

The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2011/583 Alt Key No: 9070249 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2011 RE: 00098340-000400 Description of Property: BUILDING ONLY OR11672346/ 58LEASE OR17991760/62 AMENDMENT TO LEASE Name in which assessed: S. MOBILITY BMIN FL 0339 BELLSOUTH UNREG TAX SECT All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida.

Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL on the 18th day of October 2018 at 10:00am.

Dated this 24 day of August, 2018. th

KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Published: August 30, September 6, September 13 and September 20, 2018

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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 FARIZA D. ADILOVA, whose address is 915 FORT STREET, APT. 104, KEY WEST, FL 33040, on or before October 4, 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.

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.

Whose Last Known Mailing Address is: 3724 Southbank Cir, Green Cove Springs, Florida 32043

addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

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.

STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.

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

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

Future 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: August 23, 2018 Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Shonta McLeod Deputy Clerk Publish: August 30, September 6, September 13, and September 20, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 18-CP-0044-M

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IN RE: ESTATE OF KENNETH F. PACKER, Deceased.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT,

FORMAL NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION

IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No. 2018-DR-1022-K Division: Family FARIZA D. ADILOVA, Petitioner, and BOBURMIRZO S. IBODOV, Respondent, NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE TO: BOBURMIRZO S. IBODOV Respondent’s last known address: 915 FORT STREET, APT. 104, KEY WEST, FL 33040 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution

The administration of the Estate of KENNETH F. PACKER, deceased, FILE# 18-CP-0044-M, is pending in the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, File Number 18-CP-0044-M; 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.

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 claims against this estate who are served with a copy of this notice, are required to file with this court such

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. Dated: September 7, 2018.

Personal Representative: MARK LANGILLE 557 Madison Lane Lindenhurst, IL 60046 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: September 13 and September 20, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY CIVIL DIVISION: CASE NO.: CAM18128 REGIONS BANK SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO UNION PLANTERS BANK, N.A. SUCCESSOR

BY MERGER WITH UNION PLANTERS MORTGAGE, INC., Plaintiff, -vsFREDERICK MARSHALL COPEMAN and MARITES E. COPEMAN, if living, and all unknown parties claiming by, through, under or against the above named Defendants who are not known to be dead or alive, whether said unknown parties may claim an interest as spouses, heirs, devisees, grantees, assignees, lienors, creditors, trustees or other claimants, claiming by, through, under or against the said FREDERICK MARSHALL COPEMAN or MARITES E. COPEMAN; KEYS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION; UNKNOWN TENANT # 1; AND UNKNOWN TENANT # 2, Defendants NOTICE OF ACTION – MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE TO: MARITES E. COPEMAN, if living, and all unknown parties claiming by, through, under or against the above named Defendant who is not known to be dead or alive, whether said unknown parties may claim an interest as spouses, heirs, devisees, grantees, assignees, lienors, creditors, trustees or other claimants, claiming by, through, under or against the said MARITES E. COPEMAN, if she is deceased.

Whose Residence is: Unknown

YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that an action to foreclose a mortgage on the following property in Monroe County, Florida: Lot 6 and the South 50 feet of Lot 7, Block D, SHERYL SUBDIVISION NO. 2, according to the Plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 4, Page 43, of the Public Records of Monroe County, Florida. has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on ROD B. NEUMAN, Esquire, of Gibbons Neuman, Plaintiff's attorney, whose address is 3321 Henderson Boulevard, Tampa, Florida 33609, within thirty (30) days of the date of the first publication of this notice, or, on or before October 15, 2018, and file the original with the Clerk of this Court either before service on Plaintiff's attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

If you are a person with a 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, Florida, 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.

NOTE: THIS COMMUNICATION, FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR, IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DATED this 31st day of August, 2018.

KEVIN MADOK, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court By: Shonta McLeod Deputy Clerk Publish: September 13 and September 20, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 18-CP-0044-M IN RE: ESTATE OF KENNETH F. PACKER, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of KENNETH F. PACKER, deceased, whose date of death was April 4, 2018, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, File Number 18-CP-0044-M; the address of which is 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida 33050.

The names and

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 ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. FIRST DATE OF PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE IS: September 13, 2018.

Personal Representative: MARK LANGILLE 557 Madison Lane Lindenhurst, IL 60046 Attorney for Personal Representative: Gus H. Crowell, P.A. Florida Bar No. 280781 Post Office Box 777 Tavernier, FL 33070 (305) 852-3206 Publish: September 13 and September 20, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION CASE NO.: 2018-CP-112-P IN RE: ESTATE OF HUGH HARRISON TOMPKINS, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of HUGH HARRISON TOMPKINS, deceased, whose date of death was April 18, 2018, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, 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 having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice has been served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER

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: September 13, 2018.

Personal Representative: CONSTANCE TOMPKINS 9 Halfway Road Key Largo, FL 33037 Attorney for Personal Representative: MEGHAN E. MILLER, ESQ. Florida Bar No. 1003898 JAMES S. LUPINO, ESQ. Florida Bar No. 244481 Hershoff, Lupino & Yagel, LLP 90130 Old Highway Tavernier, FL 33070 Publish: September 13 and September 20, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 18-CP-217-K LOWER KEYS IN RE: ESTATE OF JOSIE A. PADRON, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Josie A. Padron, deceased, whose date of death was December 13, 2017, is pending in the Circuit Court for MONROE County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, Florida 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 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

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: September 13, 2018.

Personal Representative: Alexandra Mae Almeda 495 Waldo St. SE Atlanta, Georgia 30312 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) 743-6022 Fax: (305) 743-6216 E-mail: richard@ rewarnerlaw.com Publish: September 13 and September 20, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE SOLICITATIONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on October 31, 2018, at 3:00 P.M., the Monroe County Purchasing Office will receive and open sealed responses for the following: RENTAL CAR WASH FACILITY FLORIDA KEYS MARATHON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT 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 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: September 20, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No: 44-2016-CA891-K NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE BY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will, on the 10th day of October, 2018 at 11 o’clock a.m., at 500

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES Whitehead Street, Monroe County in the City of Key West, Florida, offer for sale and sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for CASH the Following described property situated in Monroe County, Florida, to wit: On the Island of Key West and known on the Key West Realty Company’s First Subdivision Number One, of a Part of Tract Twenty One (21) and Salt Pond Lots 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 and now known as Lot 7, Square 30. The diagram of said subdivision is recorded in Plat Book 1, Page 43, of the Public Records of Monroe County, Florida Property address: 2323 Harris Avenue, Key West, Florida 33040 Pursuant to FINAL JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE entered in a case pending in said Court, the 27th day of August, 2018 Style of which is: DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS, AS TRUSTEE FOR RESIDENTIAL ACCREDIT LOANS, INC., MORTGAGE ASSETBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-QH4 Plaintiff VS. WILLIAM F. WOOD, INDIVIDUALLY AND AS TRUSTEE OF THE WOOD FAMILY JOINT REVOCABLE TRUST, et. al Defendant And the Docket Number of which is Number 44-2016-CA-891-K WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 27TH day of August, 2018 KEVIN MADOK Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Shonta McLeod Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.

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: September 20 and September 27, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Wheatons Towing gives Notice of Foreclosure of Lien and intent to sell these vehicles on 10/01/2018, 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.

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The administration of the estate of HARRY ELMER CRONIN, deceased, whose date of death was February 24, 2017, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, Plantation Key, Florida 33070. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

33070. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

The administration of the estate of RUSSELL R. WHITE, deceased, whose date of death was October 21, 2016, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, 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 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 creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice has been 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 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.

NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION CASE NO.: 2018-CP-35-P IN RE: ESTATE OF RUSSELL R. WHITE, Deceased.

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: September 20, 2018.

Personal Representatives: CHRISTOPHER E. WHITE 411 Belgian Road Schwenksville, PA 19473 CINDY L. WHITE 3031 S. Birch Street Denver, Colorado 80222 Attorney for Personal Representative: MEGHAN E. MILLER, ESQ. Florida Bar No. 1003898 JAMES S. LUPINO, ESQ. Florida Bar No. 244481 Hershoff, Lupino & Yagel, LLP 90130 Old Highway Tavernier, FL 33070 Publish: September 20 and September 27, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 2018-CP-114-P IN RE: ESTATE OF HARRY ELMER CRONIN, Deceased.

ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.

The date of first publication of this notice is: September 20, 2018.

Personal Representative: HELEN R. CRONIN 30 Snapper Avenue Key Largo, Florida 33037 Attorney for Personal Representative: Urban J. W. Patterson, Esq. E-Mail: ujwplaw@gmail. com Secondary E-Mail: ujwplawfirm@yahoo.com Florida Bar Number: 382035 Urban J. W. Patterson, P.A. P.O. Box 783 Islamorada, FL 33036 Telephone: 305-664-5056 Publish: September 20 and September 27, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 18-CP000107-P IN RE: ESTATE OF CARL ELOF LINDBACK, II a/k/a CARL E. LINDBACK, JR. Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of CARL ELOF LINDBACK, II a/k/a CARL E. LINDBACK, JR., deceased, whose date of death was March 12, 2018, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, Plantation Key, Florida

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 SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD 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: September 20, 2018.

Personal Representative: Marlene M. Lindback 80201 Overseas Highway Islamorada, Florida 33036 Attorney for Personal Representative: Paul M. Cummings, Esq. Florida Bar Number: 161271 Weiner & Cummings, P.A. 1428 Brickell Avenue, Suite 400 Miami, Florida 33131 Telephone: (305) 371-7800 Email address: Paul@ wcvlaw.com Secondary Email address: Bibi@wcvlaw.com Publish: September 20 and September 27, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL DIVISION 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

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LEGAL NOTICES POSSESSION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY; Defendants, RE-NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to an Order Rescheduling Foreclosure Sale dated August 10, 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 9th day of October, 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 AMENDMENTS THERETO, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

LEGAL NOTICES 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

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LEGAL NOTICES file a claim within 60 days after the sale.

Dated this 21 day of August, 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.

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: September 20 and September 27, 2018 The Weekly Newspapers

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Notice is hereby given that the Marathon City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a proposed rate and or increase in the monthly wastewater utility bill charged to each property owner, by the greater of the Consumer Price Index for all urban consumers (CPI-U) in the Miami, Fort Lauderdale and Florida area which this year is

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:

4.2%. This will apply to the base rate only (approx.

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-OFWAY LINE OF SAID DUCK KEY DRIVE, HAVING A RADIUS OF 1096.18 FEET AND A CENTRAL

any matter considered at such hearing or meeting,

$0.92 per month per EDU). The meeting will be held on September 25, 2018 at 5:30 PM at the Marathon City Hall Council Chambers located at 9805 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida.

All interested persons are invited to attend the meeting. Pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, if a person decides to appeal any decision made by the City Council with respect to 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.

The City of Marathon complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you are a disabled person requiring special accommodations or assistance, please notify the City at (305) 289-4103 of such need at least 72 hours (3 days) in advance.

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