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City amends laws for pot possession | P.4

GROUND-LEVEL MISERY Flood insurance rates set to rise | P.8

FI$H FUND$ Grant opens for fishermen affected by Irma | P.24

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Sam Williams PA, REALTOR Sam.Williams@ColdwellBanker.com (305) 289-6559

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Have it Your Way! Ginger Henderson,

Broker-Associate (cell) 305-731-5751 Ginger@keysrealestate.com

Yes, it was me who sold the Marathon Burger King property at 11010 Overseas Highway. I list and sell commercial real estate as well as finding the right home for you and your family! Whether looking for a new home in the Florida Keys, business locations or an investment opporturnity, I'm the one for you!

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Situated on Duck Key, known for crystal clear canals with fast ocean access, this 4BD/ 4BA has elevated pool deck off 2nd level and elevator. Impact windows and open floor plan make for easy living in the Keys. MLS# 583445 $1,490,000

Very cute home licensed for vacation rentals and stays rented consistently. Granite kitchen with stainless steal appliances.Huge party room off pool level and can sleep overflow guests. Includes allfurnishings and future bookings. MLS# 583057 $869,000

Resort living is here at the famous Faro Blanco Condos. 3Bd/2Ba with impact windowed terrace adding additional A/C space. Privileges at the resort include use of pool and discounts at the restaurant. MLS #585957 $425,000

Duck Key Ocean Front. With a SE exposure, water frontlife here is a constant breeze.

Double lots total 150’ water front, pool, beautiful gardens with irrigation.Master is on lower level with two guest suites in upper level. MLS# 583444 $2,300,000

The gated island of Stirrup Key is Gulf front positioning with dockage in the marina.Offering includes an extra homesitewith a total of 3/4 acre of land.4Bd/3Ba of luxurious living and features include heated /chilled pool, huge ground level enclosure, tiki, foosball court, workshop and 3 car garage. MLS# 585729 $2,099,000

This Keys compound is located 3 blocks to beach and 3 miles from international airport.

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Marathon tweaks ordinance for civil fines for possession SARA MATTHIS

sara@keysweekly.com

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lthough law enforcement officers in Monroe County and Keys municipalities have the ability to issue civil fines, or tickets, for citizens in possession of 20 grams or less of marijuana, it’s only happened six times since 2016.

That’s because the back end of the ordinance is funkier than a funny-smelling cigarette.

Marathon City Council took a first step on June 11 to clear up the issue. It removed language from its ordinance that involved the code board (now defunct in the city) and upped the fine. The amended ordinance also makes it clear how the fine is to be paid, or challenged, and the consequences of doing nothing.

While all of the municipalities adopted the law in 2016, Marathon is the first to tweak the language. However, Monroe County Attorney Bob Shillinger said the county is “working on an amendment to the ordinance to address some administrative issues that weren’t contemplated in the original ordinance.”

The county and each city’s ordinance will likely end up being very similar for a very compelling reason.

“The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office doesn’t just cover the municipal limits of Marathon,” said Marathon attorney David Migut.

“We don’t want the officers to have to follow different procedures whether they are in Marathon or on Duck Key.” MCSO Capt. Don Hiller of the Marathon substation said, “This is another tool in our tool box. And, it’s at the officer’s discretion.”

When a Monroe County sheriff’s deputy finds a person in possession of 20 grams or less he or she has options: issue a ticket for the civil infraction; issue a notice to appear (387 have been issued since 2016 by the MCSO); or make an arrest. Since 2016, there have been 1,056 cases where someone in Monroe County in possession of 20 grams of marijuana or less was arrested, but in each instance the person was also charged with another offense such as trespassing or possession of another controlled substance.

If a person is issued a civil citation in Marathon, he or she may pay $105 at the nearest Monroe County Clerk of the Court office just like a traffic ticket. If he or she contests the ticket by scheduling a court hearing within 30 days, they must pay $500 and possibly court fines, or if the court finds them unable to do so, perform court-

HOW MUCH IS 20 GRAMS OF MARIJUANA? 1. It weighs the same as a regular toothbrush.

2. It weighs about as much as an AA battery.

3. It weighs the same as four nickels. supervised community service. If the person loses the case, or does nothing, the matter will be referred to the state attorney’s office for possible prosecution. The original fee schedule in Marathon ranged from $100 to $250.

The civil citation does not result in a criminal record. However, it is still an illegal drug. In other words, don’t smoke a joint in front of a police officer and count on the deputy giving you a ticket.

Marathon’s civil infraction ordinance has two important exceptions: Juveniles are not eligible to just pay a fine. And it is not illegal for those with a medical marijuana prescription to possess “low-THC cannabis,” or medical marijuana.

Marathon’s marijuana law was drafted with the help of its first legal intern — Kylee Sipowski. A native of Jupiter, Florida, but frequent Keys vacationer, Sipowski will be entering her second year of law school at University of Florida in the fall.

ENVIRONMENT

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VITAL CHECK OceanX mission to shed light on reef tract

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ceanX, along with Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, Scripps Institution of Oceanography, and Mote Marine Laboratory, is in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary through Thursday, June 20 for a scientific expedition to assess the health of the entire Florida Reef Tract in real time.

The Keys are home to America’s only coral barrier reef. They provide habitat for more than 6,000 species and generate almost $6 billion in jobs and sales for Florida’s economy. Over the decades, the reef system has been in serious decline due to the impacts of climate change, overfishing, poor water quality, disease and physical destruction.

Stony coral tissue loss disease has affected the reef tract since 2014 and coral coverage has become critically low in this region, with only 5% coverage remaining. Florida’s efforts in recent years have made significant strides in protecting the reef, but there is more to be done by improving water quality, curbing pollution, preventing offshore drilling and supporting coral reef restoration.

This mission is serving as a check of the reef’s vital signs, shedding new light on the reef tract and what keeps corals and reefs healthy or makes them sick, and helping science understand stony coral tissue loss disease.

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put from this mission to inform and support conservation and restoration efforts to revitalize the reef.

OceanX’s research vessel, the Alucia, is in the Keys, with scientists aboard the vessel diving the shallow water reefs and conducting research at over 100 sites along the reef tract over a two-week period. The research will involve fine-scale analyses of reef microbiomes using both macro and micro biotechnology tools and coupling state-of-the-art 3D imaging, coral biofluorescence data and imaging, and disease response to understand the reef vital signs. The mission will be collecting over 700,000 images to map the reef in 3-D, and sequencing more than 2 billion base pairs of DNA to reveal the microbiome of the reef.

The mission will provide a nearly instantaneous, comprehensive snapshot of the entire 300 miles of the reef, providing a baseline for assessment of reef health moving forward. This is entirely unprecedented because scientists will be able to cover a large distance over a short time while maintaining very high-resolution sampling, which is only possible because of the access and capabilities provided by OceanX’s Alucia.

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t seems as if pirates and the Florida Keys should go together like rum and lime. And they do, in the sense that stories of pirates are often passed around by barstool historians while sipping rum. Contrary to their legendary status, there are scant accounts of pirates physically being on the island chain. Did they frequent the Florida Reef like bands of sharks in search of an easy meal? Absolutely – what better piratical prey than a ship floundering on the reef?

The most common form of piratical activity associated with the Florida Keys occurred when pirates would intercept a ship out at the reef, bring it back to one of the creeks separating the islands, and conduct their piracy in relative privacy. Rear Admiral Casper F. Goodrich studied the evidence of piratical activity in 1818 and published his findings in the “U.S. Navy Proceedings Magazine,” Volume 42. Among a number of other incidences involving pirates, Goodrich noted, “To these must be added the ship Emma Sophia, from Hamburg to Havana, which was boarded on December 19, by a piratical schooner of 30 tons, 1 gun, 30 men, between Bahama Bank and Sal Key Bank. The ship was sent to a small port formed by

the Florida Isles and the Martyr’s Reef, and was plundered to the tune of $5,000.”

More often than not, however, these legitimate pirate stories take a back seat to the more legendary tales told in and about the Florida Keys. Take, for instance, the one about the dozen or 18 pirates strung up and dangled from the hanging tree growing in the middle of the legendary Captain Tony’s Saloon.

Beyond the lack of supplemental documentation supporting the claim, it was the pirate-based motives of Commodore David Porter who arrived on Key West in 1823 with the mission of eradicating the pirates of the West Indies that punches the biggest hole in the story. It is universally agreed that Porter was quite good at his job.

One of the things that made him so effective was that, unlike his predecessor Commodore James Biddle, when capturing pirates (even suspected pirates), Porter would hand them over to the English to deal with as they saw fit.

Unlike the American system of justice where pirates were taken into custody and tried before a judge, the English could simply have them hanged without any formal hearings. This is not to say that no one has ever dangled from Captain Tony’s legendary tree — a great deal of sh*t has gone down on this island chain since the days of piracy and the best legends are always based on kernels of truth.

The legend of the hanging tree at Captain Tony’s is just one in a long list of pirate tales that have been told and retold. After all, pirate stories and this particular island chain should go together like, well, rum and lime. As for any piratical connection to Captain Tony’s, however, beyond the legendary Captain Tony himself, it more than likely begins and ends with the well-dressed skeleton hanging behind the bar.

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

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MONROE COUNTY

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Part 1

The future of insuring my ground-level home The house is almost paid off and it’s decision time. I’m wondering if I should get rid of flood insurance altogether and self-insure, or continue to pay for flood insurance.

My husband and I bought our home in 1999, a ground-level concrete block home on Grassy Key. It’s a pre-FIRM home, meaning it was built before January 1, 1975 — that was before flood maps were a “thing” and SARA before officials started urging Keys residents MATTHIS to build stilt homes, up and out of the flood thinks commuzone. nity journalism My husband and I have never done is important, but any deep thinking about our flood insurnot serious; likes ance rates. The house did not flood during weird and wonderful children Hurricane Wilma in 2005 or Hurricane Irma (she has two). in 2017. Mostly, we just moan about the bill Occasionally she that is required by our mortgage company to tortures herself properly insure its risk. with sprint-disSo, I started with information gathering. tance triathlons, but only if she has There are two things to know about flood a good chance of insurance — it is the only type of home inbeating her sister. surance that is transferrable to a new owner; and it currently has a maximum payment of $250,000.

And there are two components to flood insurance rates.

The Community Rating System (CRS) recognizes communities that manage their flood plain risk which, in turn, earns the entire community a flood insurance discount. Until 2017, the City of Marathon was unrated. From 2017 to 2019, every residence in Marathon has benefited from a 15% discount on its flood insurance. In 2020, Marathon property owners get a 20% discount.

Monroe County recently earned a 30% discount. (Remember, this is by community and does not apply to the entire Florida Keys.)

The second part of my insurance rate is based on my home’s individual flood risk. Both my flood insurance bill (mine is offered by Wright and backed by the National Flood Insurance Program, or NFIP) and the declaration page of my policy state “AE.” There are currently three categories of flood levels in the Keys: VE, or right on the coast; AE means inland; or X which means a sufficiently elevated zone where flood insurance is not required, but still recommended. The categories are then followed by a number that indicates the base flood level. My neighborhood designation is AE11, or 11 feet above base flood.

That matches what I could find online. Visit msc.fema/gov and type in an address to find base flood elevations by neighborhood. So, that’s a general idea of how my house sits in relation to the terrain, but what is my elevation exactly?

Ah, well, that requires an elevation certificate. Because we own a pre-FIRM home, we weren’t required to have an elevation certificate when we took out the mortgage. I confirmed this by, A) looking through every document I owned; B) calling Monroe County to see if they had it on file; and C) calling the City of Marathon for the same reason. Nada. And, because there is no elevation certificate, I am charged the highest base rate for a pre-FIRM ground level home.

So, then I called J.P. Grimes, a surveying and mapping company based out of Key Colony Beach. John Grimes came out this past week and measured my elevation from inside the home,

at the lowest part with machinery servicing the building; in my case, the refrigerator.

He then compared that to a U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Marker, which is an official and certified elevation point.

My elevation certificate says my home sits lower than the base flood elevation.

(Damn.) Fortunately, my agent at Regan Insurance, Holly Redding, said the flood insurance rate won’t go up based solely on this information. (That’s okay.) Unfortunately, I’m already paying the highest rate. (Damn.)

Had my elevation been higher than 11 feet, I would have earned a rate break.

But, again, do I really need flood insurance? The maximum payout for a standalone home NFIP policy is $250,000 and that is only if it’s a total loss. In theory, and barring any disaster of Mother Nature’s making, we could self-insure — bank the money every year until we have a cash fund accrued that would be enough to rebuild. It would take years, though, and a hurricane could come along before I’ve saved enough.

But the real humdinger is the coming changes to the National Flood Insurance Program as it relates to new FEMA flood maps (more on this next week). The drafts will be released this summer. It’s unlikely the new maps will be in my favor and I will with almost 100 percent certainty see my flood insurance rates rise above what they are now.

So far I’ve talked about my house as a domicile. But, like many other middle class residents of the Keys, it is my biggest investment; one day, it will fund my retirement. I could sell it and move to, say, The Villages. That’s totally not going to happen.

But, seriously, I could need the money from the home’s sale to finance assisted living, or something like that as my husband and I age.

But if I drop the insurance, the person who buys my ground-level home with a bank mortgage will have to pay the nongrandfathered flood insurance rate, which some say will be as high as $10,000 a year for a home built below base flood elevation after the new FEMA maps are released.

Alternatively, I could find a cash buyer who is willing to self-insure. In both those scenarios, the buyers have the upper hand. My investment is worth less. My last option is to keep my insurance and continue to pay nearly $4,000 a year for a service/risk I have never required in the 20 years I’ve owned it.

I don’t think there is a good answer.

And I don’t think I’m alone. sara@keysweekly.com.

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FEMA FLOOD MAPS For the past four and a half years, FEMA has been working on draft Flood Insurance Rate Maps. Although the agency reportedly has the work done, the draft results will not be made public until sometime this summer. Monroe County and Keys municipalities must accept FEMA’s finding in order to remain eligible for the National Flood Insurance Program and earn a community wide discount for. Of course, it’s impossible to have a mortgage without also insuring against flood.

It is likely the base flood map elevations will be higher — one to two feet in some areas.

Monroe County estimates that a home built below base flood elevation could pay up to $9,500 a year in flood insurance. Yes, $9,500. This would mostly affect the older Conch homes built at ground level, the same ones that serve as de facto affordable housing.

Right now, officials are asking owners of uninsured (flood) properties to get an elevation certificate and seek out flood insurance before the maps are finalized so they can capitalize on lower rates.

Next week: More information about the details of the new FEMA flood maps including LIDAR mapping, how the Keys will evaluate and or appeal the maps.

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OWN A MORTGAGE-FREE GROUND LEVEL HOME drop flood insurance

keep flood insurance get elevation certificate

self insure immediate storm : ( no $$$ to Fix bank $4K a year for 62 years to save $250K

lower than base elev.; no rate change

reinsure with new non-grandfathered rates pay higher rate; estimates at $10K per year

higher than base elev.; possible insurance savings

continue to insure to GRANDFATHER rate; pass policy to new buyer; no affect on home’s value

home resale value negatively impacted new FEMA flood maps? (see sidebar)

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MARATHON WEEKLY / JUNE 20, 2019

�ank You!

The Kids’ Fishing Derby has become an annual event sponsored by the Cities of Key Colony Beach and Marathon, hosted by the Key Colony Beach Police Department and now also sponsored by the Key Colony Beach Fishing & Boating Club. This year marked the Derby’s 14th Anniversary and 50 children ages 6-14 went out for a half day of fishing on the Marathon Lady. They also had an awards ceremony and lunch, and received numerous prizes related to fishing!

We would like to thank our sponsors who made it a free event for the kids, and volunteers as the Derby would not be a success year after year without your continued support. It is greatly appreciated. We Thank you Very Much!

KCB &thon Mara

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SEEN AROUND TOWN

MARATHON WEEKLY / JUNE 20, 2019

A NEW TRADITION

Marathon station hosts first open house

The inaugural Coast Guard Community Day was held June 15 at Coast Guard Station Marathon. There was food as well as boat tours, safety demos and flare demos. The Coast Guard Auxiliary was on hand for inspection and equipment questions. Leadership intends to make this fun, free, family event an annual affair.

— Weekly staff report

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BARRY GAUKEL/Keys Weekly 1. Petty Officer Prew uses his knowledge from more than 7 years in the Coast Guard to explain boater safety equipment to Grassy Key resident Sadie Segard.

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2. Eight-year-old Artie Hrytzay is learning the “ropes” from USCG Officer in Charge Timaree Sparks, far right, in a game designed to hone one’s skill in throwing a line.

3. Petty Officer Joshua Andrews shows off the station’s medium response boat, a 45-foot vessel with twin dieselpowered jet drives.

4. Chef CS3 Segundo keeps the crowd happy with fresh grilled burgers and dogs.

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KEYS ANIMAL HOSPITAL WELCOMES NEW VETERINARIAN

Shavonne Corbet’s interests range from conservation to Chinese Medicine “I have wanted to be a vet ever since I can remember.”

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ocal pet owners have something exciting to look forward to next time they bring their furry friends to Keys Animal Hospital.

Recently, the staff has grown with the addition of Shavonne Corbet, a veterinarian who hails most recently from Portland, Oregon.

Since graduating from the University of Georgia in 2007, Corbet has had experience with poultry, wildlife, zoo animals and, of course, house pets. Having grown up with a large variety of pets, she has been surrounded by animals from a very young age, and this fueled her love for them. “I have wanted to be a vet ever since I can remember,” she says.

A few weeks ago, while sitting at a table in the Island Fish Co., Corbet said she experienced a strong sense of déjà vu. The moment seemed too familiar because, 20 years prior, she had been to the same restaurant and sat at the same table while on a vacation to the Keys.

After growing up in the South, then moving to Oregon and adventuring through Yellowstone and Graceland in an RV with one dog and four cats, Corbet has found herself back in Florida and said she couldn’t be happier. She said she’s excited by the conservation opportunities in the Keys and looks forward to caring for local wildlife.

“Sea turtles have always been close to my heart,” she said. In fact, during her school years she even studied sea turtles in Puerto Rico. She said she hopes to have the occasional opportunity to partner with the Turtle Hospital as well as the Dolphin Research Center.

Stay tuned for potential treatment additions to Keys Animal Hospital because Corbet plans on continuing her schooling and is interested in potentially bringing traditional Chinese medicine to Marathon … for pets.

“I’ve been interested in alternative forms of medicine for a while now,” Shavonne Corbet not said Corbet. “These techniques have only has experience been shown to help with kidney and with a variety of animals liver issues, and cardiovascular and imranging from chickens mune health in animals.” to zoo animals, but her She said she intends to attend the cliental has also includChi Institute of Traditional Chinese ed some four-legged Veterinary Medicine in Central Florida celebrities. and learning more about massage techniques and tui-na acupuncture for animal health.

Animal shelter and Forgotten Felines team up for fundraiser

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ring the dog for a scrub on Saturday, June 29. No dog?

That’s fine. Bring a car or a truck or a bicycle.

The folks from the Marathon campus of the Florida Keys SPCA and Forgotten Felines are teaming up to have a washing — dogs or cars — fundraiser in Marathon from 8:30 a.m. to noon at 4901 Overseas Highway.

Oh, and bring an appetite too. There will also be a mini bake sale.

“We’re always raising funds, but our immediate need is to get our spay-and-neuter clinic up and running,” said Marathon shelter director Tara McFarland. The Marathon campus inherited the spay-and-neuter trailer from the Key West campus, now that the new building is up and running. The trailer will serve as home base for low-cost and free spay and neuter surgeries, low-cost vaccinations and micro-chipping services.

Recently, the trailer was rehabbed by a group of volunteer Monroe County Sheriff’s Office deputies with supplies donated

by The Home Depot.

“We are hoping for an end-of-summer opening,” McFarland said.

Forgotten Felines is joining the effort. It serves homeless cat colonies in the Middle Keys with food and veterinary services, including spay and neuter to reduce the size of the homeless cat population.

“With kitten season upon us, we are always in need of foster volunteers and cat food and litter donations,” said Elise Mucha. “Monetary donations are always appreciated but every little bit of help from this community means so much to Megan Schubert and I. We are excited to be given the privilege to work with the SPCA here, and raise money for two amazing organizations.”

The fundraiser is set for Saturday, June 29 from 8:30 a.m. to noon at 4901 Overseas Highway in Marathon (at the corner of 49th Street and U.S.1). Donations will be accepted. More information is at 305-743-4800.

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uring the month of June, the Greater Marathon Chamber of Commerce is recruiting area businesses to join the chamber.

“Membership has many benefits, such as business referrals, marketing opportunities, continuing education and beautification grants, as well as having an organization that represents and supports your business,” said Steve Hurley, chairman of the board of directors for the Marathon Chamber.

The chamber has put together incentives for members who join this month: • Marathon Weekly Newspaper: free 1/3-page business spotlight advertisement.

• FL Keys Media (WAVK; 97.7 only): free radio ads for two weeks.

Offer valid only during the months of July, August, and September.

• 101.7 Pirate Radio: buy 45 ads get 15 Free.

• Timeout Magazine: 50% off for three ad runs (includes ad design).

• Marathon & The Middle Florida Keys Magazine: 20% off all ads.

• Marathon UPS Store: 1,000 rack cards for $150, 30% off mailbox rental for six months, and 50% off business cards for first-time customers.

• US1 Graphics: New members get a 32-ounce stainless steel drinking tumbler ($50 value) and a discount package on business printing, branded clothing, T-shirts, signs and banners.

• Miami Herald and FLKeysNews.com: Purchase of 100,000 impressions and get a free color ad in the Miami Herald. Chamber members get a free initial advertising consult. Also, buy a full page Miami Herald ad and 50,000 digital impressions for $2,000 (typically valued at $6,000).

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• Marathon Chamber of Commerce: 20% off advertising in visitor center, newsletter, web banner and travel e-blast (minimum one-year commitment).

• Finally, all new members who join in June will be automatically added into a raffle to win a free dinner valued at $200 at The Hideaway Cafe Restaurant!

The Marathon Chamber of Commerce also provides other opportunities for business members such as monthly networking events (Business After Hours, luncheons), academic scholarships, candidate forums, advertising opportunities in the Marathon Visitor Center, website, travel e-blast, newsletter, and more; as well as our annual educational seminars.

“As we grow our membership we are able to expand these and other new programs to our members and community,” said Marathon Chamber CEO Daniel Samess. “What comes in, goes back out in a way that benefits our businesses and community.”

For more information about joining the chamber or other business assistance, call 305-743-5417 or email Erika at erika@floridakeysmarathon. com. The chamber is located at 12222 Overseas Highway in Marathon and is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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THANK YOU!

I would like to thank everyone who donated in my name to the Relay for Life team, Castaways Against Cancer. We successfully completed our 20th kayak journey, raising $100,000 for the fight to end cancer. The trip from Miami to Key West is a total of 160 miles completed in 7 days. I was honored to kayak with this team for my 5th year and completed 95 miles of this journey. This team has raised the most money for ACS in Florida and is the 8th team to break the million mark in the nation. Sadly this year I paddled in memory for friends who we lost to cancer. Felicitas,Giorgia, Stacey and Terrence. I also kayaked in honor for C.M., Mary, Dick and Robert. Our days are long, hot and tiring but nothing that beats the satisfaction of our main mission, to end cancer.

-Suzy Curry

Thank you to my donors!

FKEC Daniel Samess Lillie and Steve Klein Iberia Bank Mary Slawson Artic Temp Phyllis Kuykendall David and Rey Anderson Riet Steinmetz Cailynn Thompson Delores Larson Zonta Club of Marathon Charlotte Quinn Robert Hullum Beverlee Matousek Jill Bell

Rotary Club of Marathon Kim and Chuck Caton Denise and Chris Pankow Kathy and Bill Sympson Joe and Susie Jewell Tim and Jane Jewell Carl Moore and Diane Putnam Bill and Debbie Hegland Jose Crespo Specialty Hardware Thomas and Barbara Wright Jackie Ford Sparber Carl and Nancy Miller Maria Vega Shayne and Armand Messina Dana Johnson

Thank you to our in kind sponsors Leigh Ann’s Catering Lighthouse Grill Royal Furniture Hungry Tarpon Stuffed Pig Whale Harbor

Gulfview Motel Sugarloaf Lodge Bahia Honda State Park Coco’s Deli and Marina Art Stephens and Ed Mathisen

Lastly, I want to thank my husband Richard, who is always there when I need him. He is our support boat, transports my kayak miles and is always patient when I get high strung. I couldn’t do this adventure without you.

OBITUARY

Dick Bruland Richard Winfield “Dick” Bruland, 88, of Lake City, Florida died June 12, 2019, in the Avalon Heath Center. He was born in Brooklyn, New York and lived in Marathon for many years before moving to Lake City in 1980. He worked many jobs during the years — commercial fisherman, transmission specialist and most recently in Dick Bruland Land Clearing Company of Lake City. He also enjoyed woodworking, craft shows and selling items at flea markets.

He was preceded in death by his son, Brian Bruland Sr. He is survived by three sons, Raymond (Tammie) Bruland of Marathon, Richard Bruland of New York, and William Dougherty of New York; his daughter, Dorothy (John) Musmacker of New York; his loving companion, Gay Ellor of Lake City; grandchildren Wayne, Christina, Justin, Amanda, Bryana, Kristyan, Leah, Breana, Brian, Jr., Billy and Bronze; and great-grandchildren Madelynn, Lucas, Alexia, Lydia, Divinity and Gage, Jayden and Payton. A graveside funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Bruland will be held on Friday, June 21 at 11 a.m. in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, Lake City. Visitation and gathering with the family will be from 10 to 11 a.m. (one hour before services) at Guerry Funeral Home in Lake City. For more details, visit www.guerryfuneralhome.net

BRIEFLY Pig roast supports high school band The new owners of Overseas Pub and Grill — Sara and Dallas Cook — are hosting an all-day party on Saturday, June 22. The fun begins with a pig roast from 1 to 3 p.m. for $15 a plate.

Proceeds will fund instruments for the 55 sixth graders who have expressed an interest in joining the band at Marathon Middle and High School. At 8:30 p.m. Miranda Knox will entertain with a fire show and the music starts at 10 p.m. with DJ Fiji calling the shots.

Group meets to brainstorm litter solution Marathon locals are brainstorming solutions to the Keys’ litter problem.

The public is invited to attend a meeting on Thursday, June 20 at 7 p.m. at the Marathon Bagel Company shop.

SAVE THE DATE Thursday, June 20 • Florida Department of Health meeting for professionals at 10 a.m. to discuss access to care at AHEC office, Gulfside Village, Marathon.

• Summer reading presentation by Farmer Jeanne at 10:30 a.m. at Marathon library.

• Middle Keys Democrats meet from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Hyatt Place, Marathon.

• Locals meet to discuss litter solutions at 7 p.m. at Marathon Bagel Company.

Friday, June 21 • “Dixie the Reading Dog” from 10 a.m. to noon; digital day from noon to 4 p.m. at Marathon library.

• City of Marathon fishing program (free) for ages 4 to 14 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Crane Point Museum, Marathon.

Meet in the museum parking lot at 5:45 p.m. for transport to the shoreline.

Saturday, June 22 • Pig roast to support high school band from 1 to 3 p.m. at Overseas Pub and Grill, Marathon.

Monday, June 24 • Adult volleyball from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Marathon High School. $5 Tuesday, June 25 • Story time for toddlers and babies at 9:30 a.m. at Marathon library.

• Free kickball for ages 4-10 from 7 to 8 p.m. at Marathon Community Park.

• Adult kickball (pickup) games — no registration, no practice — at 8 p.m. at Marathon Community Park.

Wednesday, June 26 • Youth football practice (ages 9-12) at 5 p.m. at Marathon Community Park. Ongoing.

• Movie night showing “127 Hours” at 6 p.m. at Marathon library.

• South Florida Water Management District’s online “Lunch and Learn” at 11:30 a.m. Visit sfwmd.gov to watch.

• Adult basketball from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Marathon High School. $5 Thursday, June 27 • Summer reading presentation by the Florida Keys Astronomy Club at 10:30 a.m. at Marathon library.

• Opioid misuse and addiction seminar for health professionals and the general public from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Marriott Courtyard, Marathon.

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“THE MOTHER-IN-LAW”

BY SALLY HEPWORTH Lucy lost her mother at a young age.

She always dreamed that when she married, her mother-in-law, Diana, would somehow fill this void. When Lucy married Ollie, she knew this was not destined to be. Ten years later, Diana is found dead. Each family member has a secret and a motive. As the mystery unfolds, it is clear there are three sides to the truth. Suspenseful family drama at its best.

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“DAISY JONES AND THE SIX”

BY TAYLOR JENKINS REID Daisy Jones grew up in 1960s L.A., humming along to the groovy scene erupting on the Sunset Strip. Along comes The Six, an East Coast band with a front man named Billy Dunne.

Their chemistry is instantaneous, and Daisy Jones & The Six are an overnight success. The dangerous magnetism between Daisy and Billy is the stuff rock stars are made of. Get comfortable because this is a one-sit wonder.

“TEN BEACH ROAD”

BY WENDY WAX When a Madoff-style scheme steals every cent Madeline, Avery and Nikki possess, these three strangers are left with one asset: ownership in a dilapidated, beachfront, historical mansion in Pass-a-Grille, Florida. These feisty women must do some heavy lifting to rebuild the home and their personal lives. Book #1 in this adventurous, friendship-filled, Florida-based series is ideal for a day at the beach.

“MIRACLE CREEK”

BY ANGIE KIM Pak Yoo settles his family in a small town and invests everything they have to start a medical center called the Miracle Submarine. Using a hyperbaric chamber to treat patients with pressurized dives, Pak provides therapy for people with a variety of conditions. One of the most controversial is autism, and after a horrific explosion during a dive session, this no-longercharming town is shattered with accusations and countless alibis. Emotional tension fills the courtroom as the murder trial unfolds.

“SAVING BECK”

BY COURTNEY COLE A handsome high school football star is on the cusp of graduation and is set to attend Notre Dame. Beck’s home life has been difficult this past year, since his father was killed in a tragic accident. His mom has neglected her job and his two younger siblings. A friend offers him a pill-form of low dose heroin. As an athlete he has never been a fan of drugs, but lately it is the only thing that keeps him calm. When Beck’s use spirals out of control, he wakes up in a world he never knew existed. A heartbreaking best-seller from this talented Florida based writer.

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South Carolina woman has arrived in Key West, completing a 2,575-mile walk to create awareness of the opioid overdose crisis.

Jessie Grieb ended her journey on the East Coast Overdose Awareness Walk on June 14 at the Southernmost Point in the Continental U.S. marker. The date marks the fourth anniversary of her brother Brian’s death from an accidental overdose. Grieb also lost a boyfriend to heroin and has struggled herself with addiction since she was 17.

The Pawleys Island resident started her trek in Fort Kent, Maine, July 28, 2018, after she had suffered a relapse.

"I just hope this can inspire people, you know, that are dealing with addiction and grief,” Grieb said. “I've been struggling with both of those things for years now, and it's just a matter of not giving up and keep pushing forward."

Throughout her journey, Grieb overnighted in police and fire stations as well as with friends and supporters. Sometimes she camped in parks and on bike trails.

"Every mile that I walked, two OPIOID ADDICTION people in this country will die from overdose,” she said. “Last year we lost Florida Keys AHEC and other over 72,000 people, which is more than partners are hosting three the Vietnam war itself. community workshops to “It's getting up to over 100 – almost educate the public about 200 – people every day that are dying opioid misuse and addiction. from this,” she added.

Pam McGarvey, APRN, and Supporters accompanying her to Ashley Garbutt, RN will presthe Southernmost Point carried banent the seminars on three ners bearing photos of nearly 500 consecutive days. All seminars overdose victims. are from 6 to 7 p.m.

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FROM THE EDITOR

MARATHON WEEKLY / JUNE 20, 2019

STATE OF THE BAY

More education, engagement and fresh water needed

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Captains Elizabeth Jolin and Xavier Figueredo know the Florida Bay quite well, having navigated one of the nicest coastal waters in the world for the past 20 years. With their love for the bay, the two are also very attuned to the issues and complexities from water flow and water control to the Central Everglades Restoration project (CERP).

On June 6, I recently had the opportunity to hop on the boat with the two for an afternoon out on the bay to get a real understanding of the issues at hand. Joining me was photographer Ian Wilson, who captured some amazing shots of our adventure. With a rookery full of beautiful birds, one of the trip’s highlights was the spotting of a juvenile bald eagle up in a nest.

“It’s so exciting,” said Jolin, who moved to the Florida Keys after working and living in Washington, D.C. She ultimately got away from the hustle and bustle of the city life and found the waves and the ocean to be her joy and inspiration.

She enjoys educating and teaching, as evidenced by her camp that’s currently teaching young girls basics of operating a boat. A member of the grassroots organization Florida Bay Forever, Jolin also is interested in educating and engaging the public on the issues surrounding the bay and Everglades restoration.

“It started off after the seagrass died off that brought high salinity levels,” Jolin said. “It’s threatening wildlife. The bay is in need of more clean, fresh water. Today, we rely on rain.”

Florida Bay Forever is helping the community communicate with policymakers, by providing tools for advocacy and guidelines on how to communicate on a political level. Jolin admits the issues are “incredibly complicated,” and she’s right. For any citizen, understanding the Central Everglades Protection Plan is no easy task — not to mention all the agencies involved and the roles they play. Jolin says one of the bigger roles for Florida Bay Forever is simplifying the issues so residents know what to do and whom to call to encourage change.

Just recently, Everglades National Park received $60 million to complete the Tamiami Trail project, which will go to help

restore the natural flow of fresh water into the Everglades. Funding to move the project forward is a big win, Figueredo acknowledged, as lack of freshwater has affected wildlife and destroyed critical habitat like seagrass. Full project completion is expected by 2023.

While the news surrounding Tamiami Trail is encouraging, there’s still more educating and work to do. Florida Bay Forever will be doing just that in July and the months ahead by giving our readers some basic knowledge on the bay, the Everglades and ways to engage and act to protect the vital waters of the Florida Bay.

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wenty-one months after Hurricane Irma, the funds are in place to begin restoring the losses of commercial fishermen in the Keys. The Florida Wildlife Commission has $44.6 million that will be available for marine fisheries assistance. The first step, according to the state agency, is for commercial fishermen to register in two places: • To be eligible to receive a payment under this program, fishermen must be a registered vendor in the state’s purchasing program. File an active W-9 at flvendor.myfloridacfo.com • Second, login to the FWC’s commercial licensing system (search “FWC CSL online”) to verify or update address, phone number and e-mail.

Commercial fishermen — from coastal counties in Florida from Dixie County to Monroe County on the west coast and Nassau County to MiamiDade County on the east coast — are urged to complete these steps by July 10, 2019.

“These funds are desperately needed. The fishermen of the Keys were hard hit by Hurricane Irma,” said Bill Kelly, head of the Florida Keys Commercial Fishermen Association.

According to officials, the first to be assisted will be lobster trap certificate holders who lost gear in the storm. Kelly served on the board with state officials as well as Jerry Sansom, the mainland executive director of the Organized Fishermen of Florida, and Bob Jones of the Southeast Fisheries Association.

“The lost gear is fairly easy to compute,” Kelly said. According to estimates, there are 465,000 lobster traps in Florida, and about 350,000 of those are fished in Monroe County or adjacent waters. Kelly said he estimates about 160,000 traps were lost.

Although it depends on how many trap certificate holders apply for assistance, Kelly said they would be paid about $8 or $8.50 per trap. (A new trap costs about $40 for trap, line and buoy.)

The $44.6 million has been divided into categories: • $13.8 million for commercial fishermen with saltwater product licenses.

• $12.9 million for wholesale dealers and fish houses.

• $3.1 million for cleanups.

• $14.8 million for charter fishermen, repairs to public boat ramps, fishing piers, etc.

The “buoy bouquet” is representative of the commercial fishermen’s losses in the Keys after Hurricane Irma. The storm riled the waters until the traps were hopelessly tangled.

Many were lost altogether. It’s estimated there were approximately 160,000 traps in Keys waters before the storm. CONTRIBUTED

The funds for the charter fishermen are a welcome addition, as early incarnations of the spending plan did not include them.

Greg Eklund, president of the Islamorada Charter Boat Association, said that’s good news.

“This is good for everybody’s business that survived the aftermath of Hurricane Irma,” he said.

“This allows the members of the association to recover. Post-storm, we gathered funds among ourselves to keep a few of the guys in business.”

Capt. Bryce Barr of the Double Down Charters in Key West said he heard of the program months ago, but nothing since. He, too, said it is welcome news.

After the gear replacement part of the program is launched, the next group to be addressed will be the spiny lobster fishermen and fin fishermen.

Refunds for commercial fishermen will be based on comparisons of reported landings pre- and poststorm, as recorded in the FWC’s trip ticket system.

“Starting in the beginning of July, (fishermen) will start receiving additional letters and emails to explain each program area and how payments will be calculated. To ensure that assistance will be provided, and a payment can be made, make sure to complete the steps above,” wrote FWC’s Dan Ellinor, of Marine Fisheries Management in an email sent to Keys fishermen. He also said available government funds are limited and that the Fisheries Disaster Relief Program may not be able to cover fishermen fully for their losses.

Programs for fish houses and wholesale dealers, as well as the charter captains, will be the last to roll out.

“These are some general guidelines and there will most likely be minor changes as the process unfolds. Each FWC posting will have a complete set of instructions for fishermen to follow,” said Kelly. “In order to eliminate mounds of paperwork and claims that would take years to review, FWC is streamlining the process by computer analyses. Fishermen should be certain to develop a W-9 for each and every saltwater product license they hold.”

AERIAL RECONNAISANCE After Hurricane Irma swept the Keys, the commercial fishing industry jumped into action.

It began with a Florida Sea Grant, part of the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Extension, that funded two spotter planes, over three days to map the wreckage in the Keys. Equipped with GPS-enabled cameras, the crew took thousands of photos that not only identified the post-storm location of traps, but also provided a road map of needed cleanup.

It also provided important scientific data about the hurricane’s tornadic activity over the ocean, extreme tides and currents.

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JIM McCARTHY

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EXAMINING PAY STUDY RECOMMENDS RAISES

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pay and classification study presented to Monroe County Board of County Commissioners during the June 19 meeting recommends adjustments to just under 300 of the 533 county employees.

Every three to five years, a salary study is performed to ensure the county continues to have competitive wages while recruiting and retaining top talent.

The project and study — by Evergreen Solutions and Queenell Fox, project director, and Lee Bouchelle, project consultant — started in May 2018.

With review of the county’s current compensation system, comparisons to nearby governmental agencies in South Florida, and collection of employee data, Evergreen recommended a new pay plan that alters the total number of pay grades, from 26 to 29, with total annualized costs for base wages estimated at $2.5 million.

Today, range spreads, which is the minimum to maximum amount a person can be paid, are constant throughout the county pay plan, at 55%. Per Evergreen’s study, compensation ranges for county positions would increase, particularly at the higher pay grades. For instance, an employee at the 310 pay grade could make anywhere from $51,450 to $82,230, a 60% spread. Range spreads are higher for higher-level positions, as someone in a 323 pay grade could get anywhere from $110,775 to $182,778, a 65% spread.

Monroe County Board of County Commissioners gather information from Evergreen Solutions LLC on a pay and classification study during a June 19 meeting at the Murray Nelson Government Center in Key Largo. JIM McCARTHY/Keys Weekly

“Employees in a higher pay grade tend to have less frequent upward movement from grade to grade,” said Fox. “It provides greater ability to remain a pay grade longer without achieving the maximum, and it’s consistent with HR/ compensation best practices.”

The study also determined that current firefighter entry rates should be pushed from $45,625 to $48,538 — a 6.38 percent increase. Pay for paramedics, lieutenants, captains and battalion chiefs in the study show increases. In all, 134 employees would receive adjustments for a total of $510,933.

Following the presentation, county commissioners had questions and concerns. Commissioner Dan Kolhage noted that the study compared Monroe County’s pay to areas such as MiamiDade, Broward and Collier, all of which have bigger operational budgets.

“Monroe County has a population of 73,000 permanent. Some people believe that’s declining,” he said. “The county cannot maintain salaries with what you call peers. We’re not in the same universe as they are. It produces a result right now that’s unfeasible.”

Commissioner Heather Carruthers questioned how the firm looked at salaries and pay grades in areas the county’s having issue recruiting and attaining.

Bryan Cook, county employee services director, noted that the county has had positions open for more than a year — and one in particular at more than 440 days.

“We have recruited a number of positions, but we haven’t been able to sustain,” he said.

Commissioner David Rice said there are two problems: compression and the inability to hire for certain positions.

Rice noted that it’s necessary to look at what neighboring agencies are paying to ensure Monroe County is in the same ballpark.

“People come down and want to live in the Keys; they’re typically younger and highly trained,” he said. “They spend a week here. They talk to people who tell them what it costs to own a home. They look and say there isn’t a remote chance to aspire to that chance of living in this county, especially what we’re offering right now.”

Sheriff Rick Ramsay said he didn’t agree with a study that saw top management looking to have salaries that he couldn’t possibly fit into his budget, while deputies, jailers and sergeants saw no raise.

“The study to me was worthless,” he said. “It was offbase to what I needed, which was a tool and a guide.”

Ramsay said he included a 6% raise for unit deputies in his budget.

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1. Earn a point for every free T-shirt in your drawer connected to a charitable event; lose a point if you have more than one pair of long pants in your closet.

2. Earn a point if your kid is SCUBA certified or has never seen snow; lose a point if your kid can’t bait a fishing hook or maneuver a paddleboard.

3. Lose a point for being on the wrong side of Marathon’s community swimming pool argument. (Dammit, Karen, you’re ruining it for everybody!)

4. Earn a point for training iguanas to perform menial tasks such as answering the business line or picking the kids up from school while you’re fishing.

5. Lose a point for putting one of those stroke-inducing-with-the-wattage-of-athousand-suns-flashing lights on your bicycle; earn a point by riding your bicycle in a manner that does not bait car drivers into committing vehicular homicide.

6. Earn a point for adopting your pet from the FKSPCA; lose a point for adopting your pet from the Amazon River and then releasing it into the Everglades.

7. Earn a point for shopping, eating and supporting all things local; lose TEN points for complaining about mini-lobster season invaders and then going out multiple times a day because you’re “local and I deserve this.”

8. Earn a point if the collective horsepower of your watercraft is greater than the horsepower of your automobiles; lose a point if you have Jet Ski. 9. Lose a point for driving through Islamorada on a Saturday afternoon.

10. Earn a point if you have ever partied with Roman Gastesi, five points if you smoked reefer with Jimmy Buffett, 100 points if you ever boxed with Hemingway.

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WEEKLY INTERVIEW

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SARAH THOMAS

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apt. Mark Sohaney may seem like he lives a charmed life: having just left a post in Hawaii, as executive assistant to the director of maritime operations of the U.S. Pacific Fleet in Pearl Harbor, he’s now been selected as commander of the Naval Air Station in Boca Chica.

Like a true island-hopper, Sohaney likes to travel light, favoring flip-flops over formal Navy dress, and his whole family loves the sunshine (he also graduated magna cum laude from sunny San Diego University). Sohaney and his wife, Zina, have been married for 27 years and have two children: Madison, 21, a senior at Lynn University in Boca Raton and Ethan, 18, who will be a freshman at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona.

“We have a very big, very close family,” Sohaney said, “and in the big picture, my whole family considers Florida home.” His parents live in Port Orange, and he calls himself “blessed and fortunate” that his kids chose colleges in the state. His military family remains close by, too — retiring Commander Captain Bobby Baker’s son already attends flight school at Embry-Riddle.

“They are going to kind of hook up, and he’ll show Ethan the ropes,” he said. So, not only do Baker and Sohaney have over 3,000 logged flight hours in common, their sons also follow in their footsteps … in the sky.

Sohaney is also already accustomed to some of the charms and challenges of the tight-knit Key West community.

“Literally on day one, I was introduced to most of the community leadership, and it was clear that bond was so crucial not only for the city and county, but the base as well,” he said. What’s the number one concern, managing a work force here? “I think what’s difficult is hiring people: the cost of living, the cost of housing, and it affects all of us in the whole base.” Despite the difficulty of turnover in such a small, expensive outpost, Sohaney sees the benefit of our idyllic

MEET CAPT. MARK SOHANEY, BOCA CHICA’S NEW COMMANDER

Ethan, Madison, Zina and Mark Sohaney, here at the Change of Command Ceremony, join the Keys community.

little town. “It’s the close proximity and the size that makes it so unique. It’s great for me, as a family person, to be in an environment where I can effect change.” Zina, too, is accustomed to effecting change, having worked in real estate and education in Hawaii. She took on classroom challenges at one of the poorest schools in the area, and is excited to engage with the Lower Keys community on new endeavors.

But before we start asking the Sohaneys to join our clubs and causes, hopefully they can settle in and enjoy their new island home. Sohaney still marvels at his luck at being stationed in the Southernmost City.

“In the Navy, when you screen for a major command, you get 16 bases, and we put Key West as number one.”

He and Zina didn’t anticipate getting their first selection, but “Lo and behold, they selected me,” he laughed, “and it was hard for me to come off Cloud Nine.” Well, the good news is, as a jet pilot, he can visit Cloud Nine any time.

Full Name? Nickname? Mark David Sohaney; ‘Soho.’

Did you always know you wanted to fly jets in the military? Yes.

If invisible in Key West what would you do? Spend a night in the Truman Little White House.

On what occasion do you lie? None.

Do you have a life credo or motto?

Family First.

Favorite guilty pleasure? Good whiskey.

What’s the difference between Key West and your last place of assignment, Hawaii? Key West has great fishing, and Hawaii has great surf.

What talent would you secretly love to have? Gourmet chef.

What’s on your bucket list? A trip to Italy.

What advice would you go back and give yourself when you first joined the Navy? Call your parents more often.

What is your idea of perfect happiness? Good health and great friendships.

Lunch with one famous person, who would you choose? Jonathan Goldsmith.

What is it that you most dislike?

Shoes other than flip-flops.

Finish these sentences...

Which TV, movie or super hero character is your alter ego? Indiana Jones.

What is the best part of working for the Navy? The people.

What are three things you could not live without? The ocean, coffee and my cell phone.

My friends and family would describe me as… talkative.

My autobiography would be titled…

Uncharted Waters.

I can never refuse… a good piece of chocolate cake.

When I go, I will go… Satisfied.

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Five Star Claims Adjusting has private adjusters who live and work in the Florida Keys and Sessions promises the agents work for the homeowner, not the insurance company. The company offers free damage assessments by appointment, and will also review insurance claims.

Sessions said Five Star Claims Adjusting has recovered more than $500 million for South Florida residents during its 12 years of service and promises that if there is no recovery, there will be no fee.

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Perhaps the family is ready to get “off the Rock” for a little vacation, or summer camp looms, or your kid is looking forward to fall sport practice without the distraction of homework. Then BLAM — what seems like cold #915, or stomach bug #801 hits. She was out three times during the winter and early spring — what’s up with that?

As irritating as this seems— and as I write this, my husband is home sick with a bug, so I do feel your pain—the answer likely is: nothing unusual. However, it’s a common concern, one that’s often voiced but seldom written about.

Let’s engage in a little summer schooling, then, regarding: Kid Illness 101.

Parents often wonder whether their cold-ridden young child has any immunity, that infectionfighting power that healthy people have. In fact, immunity takes time to develop. Young infants have a little at birth from Mom (and perhaps a little more than that if she breastfeeds), but lose that by 6 months of age. And since we all keep getting colds, we know that immunity to some viruses doesn’t even last long enough to pass from mother to baby. That’s why babies can get colds almost from birth.

Over time, immunity does develop, and healthy people get less and less infections.

It’s not unusual for kids to have a yearly illness tally of 6 to 10 colds, 2 or 3 stomach viruses, a couple of ear infections, and maybe a pneumonia. We’d love it not to be so — no one wants to see their child under the weather — but it just is. There are, however, some situations that might be a little more concerning:

• A child who’s been in the hospital for an infection several times, or who has had more than one major bacterial infection (say, a positive blood test for bacteria).

• A child who, in addition to the infections, is not growing well.

• A child who never has a day without infection-type symptoms.

(I’m really talking never ever ever here. A young child who gets over a cold and has even a few days of good health before getting another is probably normal.)

Of course, there are lots of illnesses that at first glance may look like infections, but aren’t. For example, does your child have a runny nose all the time? A constant cough? It might be worth a visit to the allergist, or at least a talk with your family’s provider about allergies.

And what about preventing illness? Can anything be done?

Good handwashing may decrease the frequency a little. And eliminating cigarette smoke exposure may decrease the severity and duration of illness. That said, minor childhood illnesses are a fact of life as much as bruised knees and toddler tantrums.

If, however, you are concerned about how often he’s getting sick, I have one final recommendation: find one provider you like and trust and stick with that office. It’s a near impossible task for a doctor who’s seeing a child for a single illness episode to comment usefully on all the maladies that have gone on in the past—and have been addressed at other facilities. A single “Dr. Right” rather than several “Dr. Right Now’s” will be able to track how often he’s sick and let you know if anything is concerning.

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The Marathon Weekly is proud to partner with Marathon Middle School faculty and students in choosing “The Student of the Week.” Recipients are chosen on qualifications including academic standing, athletics, outstanding achievements, community involvement, individuality and moral fortitude. We thank our future leaders and MMS for allowing us to share in a weekly dose of “Dolphin Pride,” and for giving us a glimpse into their world.

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NONJUDICIAL PROCEEDING TO FORECLOSE CLAIM OF LIEN BY TRUSTEE FILE NO.: 18-001490 SUNSET HARBOR RESORT CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC., A NONPROFIT CORPORATION UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, Lienholder, vs.

ORRIN H COPE, LINDA D COPE Obligor ______________/ TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE TO: Orrin H Cope, PO Box 1823, Florida City, FL 28731 and Linda D Cope, PO Box 1823, Florida City, FL 28731 Notice is hereby given that on June 24, 2019 at 9:30 AM at 430 Duval St, Key West, FL, 33040, the following described Timeshare Ownership Interest at Sunset Harbor Resort Condominium will be offered for sale: Unit 132, Week 32, Sunset Harbor Resort, a Condominium according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof as recorded in Official Records Book 1376, Page 1093, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits attached thereto, and any amendments thereof (hereafter the “Declaration”).

The default giving rise to the sale is the failure to pay assessments as set forth in the Claim(s) of Lien encumbering the Timeshare Ownership Interest as recorded in Official Records Document #2193901 of the public records of Monroe County, Florida. The amount secured by the assessment lien is for unpaid assessments, accrued interest, plus interest accruing at a per diem rate of $2.76 together with the costs of this proceeding and sale and all other amounts secured by the Claim of Lien, for a total amount due as of the date of the sale of $8,522.57 (“Amount Secured by the Lien”).

The Obligor has the right to cure this default and any junior interestholder may redeem its interest up to the date the Trustee issues the Certificate of Sale by sending certified funds to the Trustee payable to the Lienholder in the amount of $8,522.57. Said funds for cure or redemption must be received by the Trustee before the Certificate of Sale is issued.

Any person, other than the Obligor as of the date of recording this Notice of Sale, claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale of the above property, if any, must file a claim. The successful bidder may be responsible for any and all unpaid condominium assessments that come due up to the time of transfer of title, including those owed by the Obligor or prior owner.

Nicholas A. Woo, Esq. Michael E. Carleton, Esq. as Trustee pursuant to Fla. Stat. §721.82 P. O. Box 165028, Columbus, OH 43216-5028 Telephone: 407-404-5266 Telecopier: 614-220-5613 Publish: June 13 & 20, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers

_______________/ TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE TO: Michele Anntionette D’Emilio, 2505 West Lake Drive, Deland, FL 32724 Notice is hereby given that on June 24, 2019 at 9:30 AM at 430 Duval St, Key West, FL, 33040, the following described Timeshare Ownership Interest at Beach House Condominium will be offered for sale: Unit A31, Week 39, Beach House, a Condominium according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof recorded in Official Records Book 1510, Page 225, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits attached thereto, and any amendments thereof (the “Declaration”).

The default giving rise to the sale is the failure to pay assessments as set forth in the Claim(s) of Lien encumbering the Timeshare Ownership Interest as recorded in Official Records Document #2193904 of the public records of Monroe County, Florida. The amount secured by the assessment lien is for unpaid assessments, accrued interest, plus interest accruing at a per diem rate of $1.14 together with the costs of this proceeding and sale and all other amounts secured by the Claim of Lien, for a total amount due as of the date of the sale of $4,127.17 (“Amount Secured by the Lien”).

The Obligor has the right to cure this default and any junior interestholder may redeem its interest up to the date the Trustee issues the Certificate of Sale by sending certified funds to the Trustee payable to the Lienholder in the amount of $4,127.17. Said funds for cure or redemption must be received by the Trustee before the Certificate of Sale is issued.

Any person, other than the Obligor as of the date of recording this Notice of Sale, claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale of the above property, if any, must file a claim. The successful bidder may be responsible for any and all unpaid condominium assessments that come due up to the time of transfer of title, including those owed by the Obligor or prior owner.

Nicholas A. Woo, Esq. Michael E. Carleton, Esq. as Trustee pursuant to Fla. Stat. §721.82 P. O. Box 165028, Columbus, OH 43216-5028 Telephone: 407-404-5266 Telecopier: 614-220-5613 Publish: June 13 & 20, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers

according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof as recorded in Official Records Book 1376, Page 1093, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits attached thereto, and any amendments thereof (hereafter the “Declaration”).

The default giving rise to these proceedings is the failure to pay condominium assessments and dues resulting in a Claim of Lien encumbering the Timeshare Ownership Interest as recorded in the Official Records of Monroe County, Florida. The Obligor has the right to object to this Trustee proceeding by serving written objection on the Trustee named below. The Obligor has the right to cure the default and any junior interest holder may redeem its interest, for a minimum period of forty-five (45) days until the Trustee issues the Certificate of Sale. The Lien may be cured by sending certified funds to the Trustee payable to the Lienholder in the amount of $8,387.08, plus interest (calculated by multiplying $2.95 times the number of days that have elapsed since June 4, 2019), plus the costs of this proceeding. Said funds for cure or redemption must be received by the Trustee before the Certificate of Sale is issued.

Nicholas A. Woo, Esq. Valerie N. Edgecombe Brown, Esq. Cynthia David, Esq. Michael E. Carleton, Esq. as Trustee pursuant to Fla. Stat. §721.82 P. O. Box 165028 Columbus, OH 43216-5028 Telephone: 407-404-5266 Telecopier: 614-220-5613 Publish: June 13 & 20, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers

NONJUDICIAL PROCEEDING TO FORECLOSE CLAIM OF LIEN BY TRUSTEE FILE NO.: 18-001531 BEACH HOUSE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION OF KEY WEST, INC., A NONPROFIT CORPORATION UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, Lienholder, vs.

MICHELE ANNTIONETTE D’EMILIO Obligor

NONJUDICIAL PROCEEDING TO FORECLOSE CLAIM OF LIEN BY TRUSTEE FILE NO.: 18-001746 SUNSET HARBOR RESORT CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC., A NONPROFIT CORPORATION UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, Lienholder, vs.

PTC FINANCIAL CORP., A FLORIDA CORPORATION Obligor ______________/ TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE PROCEEDING TO: PTC Financial Corp., a Florida corporation 4140 Clearview Terrace West Palm Beach, FL 33417 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that a TRUSTEE’S NON-JUDICIAL PROCEEDING to enforce a Lien has been instituted on the following Timeshare Ownership Interest at Sunset Harbor Resort Condominium described as: Unit 111, Week 41, Sunset Harbor Resort, a Condominium

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Wheatons Towing gives Notice of Foreclosure of Lien and intent to sell these vehicles on 06/30/2019, 10:00 am at 101500 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL 33037, pursuant to subsection 713.78 of the Florida Statutes. Wheatons Towing reserves the right to accept or reject any and/all bids.

5RYMC05428S044529 2008 RKTA MOTORCYCLE Publish: June 13 & 20, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE 15th Street Marina Marathon, LLC gives notice of the intent to sell or dispose of the following abandoned vessel on July 19, 2019, 9:00 am at 890 15th Street, Marathon, Florida 33050.

Pursuant to Florida Statute 328.17, 15th Street Marina Marathon, LLC reserves the right to remove vessel from auction prior to auction date.

15th Street Marina Marathon, LLC reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all bids.

Vessel Name: Sail Mate Hull Number: HUN43191H697 Florida Registration: FL9335PG / New York Registration 10137150 1997 Hunter 42’ Sailboat Publish: June 13 & 20, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of HONU COMFORT CATAMARAN BOATS, located at 5409 OVERSEAS HIGHWAY, #43, MARATHON, FLORIDA 33050, intends to register the said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.

By: JOHN WEITZ

LEGAL NOTICES Publish: June 20, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers ORDINANCE 2019-461 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF KEY COLONY BEACH, FLORIDA; AMENDING CHAPTER SIX OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, ENTITLED BUILDINGS, SECTION 6-7 FAILURE TO BEGIN WORK; REPEALING ANY INCONSISTENT PROVISIONS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the Florida Building Code is requiring new construction at the base flood elevation plus one (1) foot and, WHEREAS, the City Land Development Regulations (LDR) cap the building height at 30 feet; and, WHEREAS, the current height restriction require a lengthy variance process; and WHEREAS, the City Commission does not want contractors penalized for violating failure to begin work per City code, NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ENACTED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF KEY COLONY BEACH, FLORIDA, amends the City Code of Ordinances as follows: (Additions to the ordinance are underlined; deletions are crossed out.)

CHAPTER 6. BUILDINGS Sec. 6-7. - New construction: required performance and permit expiration.

(1) Failure to begin work.

Completed foundation and/ or pilings for the structure for which the permit was issued must be in place within the time provided in the Florida Building Code ninety (90) days after issuance of said permit.

An appeal can be made to the city commission for one (1), ninety-day extension prior to expiration of the initial 180 day ninety-day period. If an extension is not requested or granted, the permit becomes null and void. If a permit becomes null and void pursuant to this subsection, a new permit must be obtained before construction is started, and new fees must be paid therefor.

(2) Discontinuance of work.

If work on new construction under a permit issued in accordance with this chapter is discontinued and builder does not request an inspection to show proof of continued construction for a period of 180 days thirty day (30) without the consent of the City Commission, the permit shall be null and void.

(3) Restoration of property.

If a permit becomes null and void for either failure to begin the new construction work or discontinuance of the work, it shall be the duty of the permittee and the property owner to restore the property to its condition prior to the issuance of the permit.

(4) Deadline for completing new construction. Unless otherwise specified by the city commission, every building or structure on which new construction is started must be completed within fifteen (15) months from the date of the start of construction, and any building or structure which is not completed within said fifteen (15) months shall be considered in violation of this article and the owner thereof shall be subject to penalties for violation of this article; provided, however, that the City Commission may grant extensions not to exceed one (1) year in the aggregate for the completion of said construction. Said extension shall not be considered unless requested by the property

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owner or owner’s agent prior to thirty (30) days of the date of expiration of the permit, unless the applicant shows good cause to the commission that he was unable to present his request for an extension prior to thirty (30) days of the date of expiration of the permit. Unless otherwise directed by the City Commission, the monthly fee payable in advance for the extension shall be ten (10) per cent of the original building fees including impact fees and sewer connection fees for issuance of the permit. After the extension has expired, the permit shall be null and void.

(5) Continuation of construction permit. When a permit becomes null and void because of permit expiration, and the property owner has not requested an extension, the property owner must then apply to the building department for a continuation permit to complete the construction.

The monthly fee payable in advance for the continuation permit shall be fifteen (15) per cent of the original building fees including impact fees and sewer connection fees applicable when the original building permit was issued. The time frame for the continuation permit shall be the decision of the building official City Commission and the property owner. This Ordinance, upon final passage, shall be included in the Code of Ordinances for the City of Key Colony Beach, Florida, and numbered as set forth herein above.

All Ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with this Ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent of any such conflict.

If any singular provision of this ordinance is held to be unconstitutional, preempted by federal or state law, or otherwise held invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions of the Ordinance shall not be invalidated.

This Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon passage.

John DeNeale, Mayor Attest: Kathryn McCullough, City Clerk Approved as to form and legal sufficiency: Thomas D. Wright, City Attorney Publish: June 20, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers

public hearing regarding its 5 Year Plan and any changes to its goals, objectives or policies.

In addition, the Authority has developed its Capital Fund FY 2019 Annual Statement and 5 Year Action Plan in accordance with the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998.

All Plans and Statement plus supporting documents as well as the Administrative Plan and Admissions and Occupancy Policies will be at the following location for review and comment for 45 days starting June 24, 2019.

Newport Village #1 Harry Davis Circle Key Largo, Florida 33037 On August 13, 2019 after the 45 day comment period, the Monroe County Housing Authority will hold a public hearing at 4:30 PM at the location above. The Monroe County Housing Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age familial status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or marital status in employment or for the provision of services.

ADA ASSISTANCE: If you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodations in order to participate in this proceeding, please contact the Housing Authority, by phoning (305) 296-5621, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. no later than five (5) calendar days prior to the scheduled meeting; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call “711”.

Publish: June 20, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers

Purchasing Office will receive and open sealed responses for the following: WEST MARTELLO TOWER HISTORIC AMMUNITION BUNKER REPAIR 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: June 20, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA BOARD OF PARKS AND RECREATION SUNSHINE NOTICE OF UPCOMING WORKSHOP NOTICE IS GIVEN that the Monroe County Board of Parks and Recreation has scheduled a Workshop for Monday, June 24, 2019, 6:00 P.M., in the Meeting Room at the Murray Nelson Center, 102050 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, Florida. Discussed at the Workshop will be preliminary design plans for Rowell’s Waterfront Park in Key Largo.

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

Publish: June 20, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Monroe County Housing Authority, as required by the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HERA), Title VII, Small Public Housing Authorities Paperwork Reduction Act, will hold a

NOTICE OF INVITATION TO BID FKAA–IFB–0010–19 SALE OF TRAVEL TRAILERS Sealed bids will be received

by Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority at its Purchasing Office located at 7000 Front St., Stock Island, FL 33040, until 1:00 P.M., July 2, 2019 at which time and place they will be publicly read aloud. Such bids shall be for the sale of the following: SURPLUS TRAVEL TRAILERS SURPLUS TRAVEL TRAILERS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW ON THE FOLLOWING DATES AND TIMES: June 27th & 28th 9:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. 7200 Front St. (Stock Island) As contained in documents on file at the office of the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority, Finance Division, Purchasing Department, 7000 Front St., Stock Island, Florida 33040. Bid packages can also be downloaded from www.FKAA.com as well as Demandstar.com. Minimum bids are required. Any questions should be directed to David Jackson, Purchasing Manager, in writing via email to djackson@fkaa.com.

The Governing Board of Directors of the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority reserves the right to reject any and all bids, in whole or in part, to waive any irregularities or informalities in any bid, and to award to any party considered to be in the best interest of the Authority.

Kirk C. Zuelch, Executive Director Publish: June 20 & 27, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, August 1, 2019, at 3:00 P.M., the Monroe County

NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, July 16, 2019, at 3:00 P.M., the Monroe County Purchasing Office will receive and open sealed responses for the following: STIGLITZ HOUSE REPAIR 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: June 20, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 18-CA-000853-K DIVISION: CIVIL Windward Pointe Condominium Association of Key West, Inc., a corporation not-for-profit under the laws of the State of Florida, Plaintiff, vs.

Mary Pauline Talley, et al.

Defendants. _________/ NOTICE OF ACTION FOR COUNT II AGAINST DEFENDANT TRACEY TALLEY SCHROEDER, AS HEIR To: TRACEY TALLEY SCHROEDER, AS HEIR 105 MANGROVE AVENUE ANNA MARIA, FL 34216 UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and all parties claiming interest by, through, under or against Defendant(s) TRACEY TALLEY SCHROEDER, AS HEIR, and all parties having or claiming to have any right, title or interest in the property herein described; YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to enforce a lien on the following described property in Monroe County, Florida: COUNT II Unit 5232, Week 45,

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LEGAL NOTICES

Annual Windward Pointe, a Leasehold Condominium (“Condominium”), according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof recorded in Official Records Book 1803, Page 844, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits thereto, and any amendments thereof (the “Declaration”).

Contract No.: 2-12393 has been filed against you; and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on NICHOLAS A. WOO, Plaintiff’s attorney, P. O. Box 165028, Columbus, OH 432165028, within thirty (30) days after the first publication of this Notice 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.

WITNESS my hand and seal of this Court on the 11 day of 06, 2019.

KEVIN MADOK, CPA, ClerkCLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Civil Division By: Shonta McLeod Deputy Clerk NOTICE TO PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in court proceedings you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Not later than five working days prior to the proceeding, please contact the Court Administrator’s office, at the Freeman Justice Center, 302 St. 2nd Floor, Key West, FL 33040. Telephone: (305) 2923423 or via the Florida Relay Center. To make calls through the Florida Relay Center, you may dial 7-1-1 or use the following toll free access numbers: 1-800-955-8771 (TTY); 1-877955-8260 (VCO); 1-800-9558770 (Voice); 1-800-955-1339 (ASCII); 1-877-955-5334 (STS); 1-877-955-8707 (French Creole – available from 8 a.m. – 2a.m. daily) Publish: June 20 & 27, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers

N.A. as Trustee for Structured Asset Mortgage Investments II Trust 2006-AR4 Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates Series 2006-AR4, Plaintiff and David Perets are defendant(s), I, Clerk of Court, Kevin Madok,CPA, will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash AT THE MONROE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 500 WHITEHEAD STREET, KEY WEST, FL 33040, AT 11:00 A.M. on July 9, 2019, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to-wit: LOT 76, “AMENDED PLAT OF RIVIERA SHORES, FIRST ADDITION”, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 5 PAGE 88 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA. ANY PERSON CLAIMING AN INTEREST IN THE SURPLUS FROM THE SALE, IF ANY, OTHER THAN THE PROPERTY OWNER AS OF THE DATE OF THE LIS PENDENS MUST FILE A CLAIM WITHIN 60 DAYS AFTER THE SALE. Florida Rules of Judicial Administration Rule 2.540 Notices to Persons With Disabilities If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Cheryl Alfonso, ADA Coordinator, Court Operations Manager, 502 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040, 305-295-3652 at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711.

SPANISH: Si usted es una persona discapacitada que necesita alguna adaptación para poder participar de este procedimiento o evento; usted tiene derecho, sin costo alguno a que se le provea cierta ayuda. Favor de comunicarse con Cheryl Alfonso, Coordinadora de A.D.A Court Operations Manager, 502 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040, 305-295-3652 por lo menos 7 días antes de que tenga que comparecer en corte o inmediatamente después de haber recibido ésta notificación si es que falta menos de 7 días para su comparecencia. Si tiene una discapacidad auditiva ó de habla, llame al 711.

KREYOL: Si ou se yon moun ki kokobé ki bezwen asistans ou aparêy pou ou ka patisipé nan prosedu sa-a, ou gen dwa san ou pa bezwen péyé anyen pou ou jwen on seri de èd. Tanpri kontakté Cheryl Alfonso, Co-ordinator ADA, Court Operations Manager, 502 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040, 305-295-3652O’mwen 7 jou avan ke ou gen pouou parèt nan tribunal, ou imediatman ke ou resevwa avis sa-a ou si lè ke ou gen pou-ou alé nan tribunal-la mwens ke 7 jou; Si ou pa ka tandé ou palé byen, rélé 711.

WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 31st day of May, 2019.

KEVIN MADOK Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Shonta McLeod Deputy Clerk Publish: June 20 & 27, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers

RALPH J. HERSHMAN, Petitioner, and DONNA M. HERSHMAN, Respondent, NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE TO: DONNA M. HERSHMAN Respondent’s last known address: 1696 RANKIN DR, CARSON CITY, NV 89701 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on RALPH J. HERSHMAN, whose address is 1319 ELIZABETH STREET, #1, KEY WEST, FL, 33040, on or before JULY 7, 2019, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 530 WHITEHEAD STREET, KEY WEST, FL, 33040, before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.

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

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

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

Dated: May 28, 2019 Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Amber Dameron Deputy Clerk Publish: June 6, 13, 20 and 27, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers

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: June 13, 2019.

Personal Representative: Cynthia A. Schouker 11 Chemin Des Molards Tannay 1295 Switzerland 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 Secondary E-Mail: pamela2@ rewarnerlaw.com Publish: June 13 & 20, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL DIVISION Case No: 2017-CA-000155-K The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York as successor in interest to JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. as Trustee for Structured Asset Mortgage Investments II Trust 2006AR4 Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates Series 2006-AR4 Plaintiff, -vs.David Perets; Parrish Anne Marie Handa a/k/a Parrish Handa; JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A.; Unknown Parties in Possession #1; Unknown Parties in Possession #2; Unknown Parties in Possession #3; Unknown Parties in Possession #4 Defendant(s).

NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to order rescheduling foreclosure sale or Final Judgment, entered in Civil Case No. 2017-CA-000155-K of the Circuit Court of the 16th Judicial Circuit in and for Monroe County, Florida, wherein The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York as successor in interest to JP Morgan Chase Bank,

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No. 2019-DR-488-K Division: Family

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 19-CP-37-M Middle Keys IN RE: ESTATE OF EDWIN K. ANDERSON, Deceased.

AMENDED NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Edwin K. Anderson, deceased, whose date of death was May 7, 2019, is pending in the Circuit Court for MONROE County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida 33050. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 19-CP-000052-P IN RE: ESTATE OF LEIGH ANNE MILAZZO Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Leigh Anne Milazzo, deceased, whose date of death was March 13, 2018, 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.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME 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: June 13, 2019.

Personal Representative: Dorian Milazzo 60 Bonefish Avenue Key Largo, FL 33037 Attorney for Personal Representative: Seth S. Diamond, Esq. Florida Bar Number: 55714 Sloto & Diamond, PLLC 9100 S. Dadeland Boulevard Ste. 1607 Miami, Florida 33156 Telephone: (305) 379-1792 Fax: (305) 379-2328 E-Mail: eservice@slotolaw.com Publish: June 13 & 20, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers

305.743.0844

NOTICE OF HEARING TO IMPOSE AND PROVIDE FOR COLLECTION OF STORMWATER SERVICE SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS Notice is hereby given that the City Commission of Key Colony Beach, Florida, will conduct a public hearing to consider imposing stormwater service assessments for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 2019, against properties located within the incorporated area of the City, to fund the cost of stormwater management services, facilities and programs provided to such properties and to authorize collection of such assessments on the tax bill.

The public hearing will be held at 9:30 a.m. on July 11, 2019 at the City Hall Auditorium, 600 West Ocean Drive, Key Colony Beach, FL 33051 for the purpose of receiving public comment on the proposed assessments. All affected property owners have a right to appear at the hearing and to file written objections with the City Commission within 20 calendar days of the date of this notice. If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the City Commission with respect to any matter considered at the hearing, such person will need a record of the proceedings and may need to ensure that a verbatim record is made, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be made. It is the policy of the City of Key Colony Beach to comply with all requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Persons who need accommodations in order to attend or participate in this meeting should contact the City Clerk at 305-289-1212, option 2, at least 48 hours prior to this meeting in order to request such assistance.

The Stormwater Service Assessments are proposed to fund the City's cost to provide Stormwater Management Services in the area shown above. The Stormwater Service Assessments are imposed upon each lot and parcel within the City for services and facilities provided by the stormwater management utility. For purposes of imposing the Stormwater Service Assessment, all lots and parcels within the City are classified into the following two customer classes: (1) Residential, which includes vacant properties zoned residential and (2) Commercial, which includes governmental, hotels and other.

The Stormwater Service Assessment imposed shall be the rate of sixty-five dollars ($65.00) per residential unit or residential vacant lot or one hundred thirty dollars ($130.00) per commercial parcel. The total annual stormwater assessment revenue to be collected within the City of Key Colony Beach for the upcoming fiscal year is estimated to be $101,335.

Copies of the ordinance and other legal documentation for the assessment program are available for inspection at the City Clerk's office, located at City Hall - 600 West Ocean Drive, Key Colony Beach, FL 33051.

If you have any questions, please contact the City at 305-289-1212, Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

The assessments will be collected on the ad valorem tax bill to be mailed in November 2019, as authorized by section 197.3632, Florida Statutes.

Failure to pay the assessments will cause a tax certificate to be issued against the property which may result in a loss of title.

CITY COMMISSION OF KEY COLONY BEACH, FLORIDA Publish: June 20, 2019 The Weekly Newspapers

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • AUTOS WANTED

EMPLOYMENT

HOBBIES/COLLECT.

YARD SALES

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

Keys Diesel Repair, 531 107th Street, Marathon.

3 0 5 - 2 8 9 - 2 0 7 0

PRIVATE COLLECTOR WANTS Rolex, Dive Watches and Pilot Watches.

Old Model Military Clocks & Watches.

Call 305-743-4578

M U LT I - FA M I LY GARAGE SALE - SAT. JUN. 22 from 9am-2pm.

Rain or Shine. All styles of furniture, indoor & outdoor, from modern to coastal, counter stools, bar stools, large bar cabinet, complete 5 piece queen wicker bedroom set (purchase together or separate), lamps, rugs, bbq pit, mirrors, pictures, outdoor ceramic pots, Tommy Bahama small desk w/chair, leather trays, ceiling pot hanger, dining room table & chairs, boating, bi-fold doors, dorm fridge, sewing machine, bedding and many beautiful accessories.

1134 Bulevar De Palmas, Marathon (Take Sombrero Beach Rd. to Avenida Primiceriaapprox. 2 miles, turn right and follow signs.)

AUTOS FOR SALE

2004 Toyota Camry XLE Sedan, 4 door, Silver, Cold A/C, 130k miles, sunroof, stereo radio, low mileage tires.

Located in Marathon. $4,500 OBO 949-4234 7 0 9 BOATS FOR SALE

‘95 Intrepid CC 28’ - ‘98 Yamahas X225 low hours. Too many options to list. Appraisal was $72,400 w/trailer.

Asking $55,000 OBO. Located in Marathon.

Please call after 1pm (305) 743-6505 SELL YOUR BOAT HERE - Line ads start at $25/ week for 5 lines of copy!

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

REDUCED 2000 HydraSports 230CC w/225HP Johnson. 470 hours. Many extras. Located in Big Pine Key. $10,000. 734-904-2818 SOLD

EMPLOYMENT

Co n s t ru c t i o n Supervisor, Equipment Operator, Carpenters & Laborers needed for project in Marathon.

Send resume to: AA8463597@gmail.com Carpenters & Helpers needed in Marathon.

Tools & transportation required. 305-517-6609 Leave message.

Superintendent needed in Upper KeysMust have ability to schedule & organize multiple people & trades. Send resume to admin@cbtconstruct. com 305-852-3002 Heavy Equipment Operator & Carpenters needed in Upper Keys. Must have valid Driver’s License, Tools & Transportation.

Email admin@ cbtconstruct.com 3 0 5 - 8 5 2 - 3 0 0 2 I M M E D I AT E LY HIRING: Hideaway Cafe on Grassy Key: Food Runner, Busser, Dishwasher & Prep. Call for appointment 305289-1554.

Experienced Diesel Technician wanted. Tools and experience is a must. Electronic engine diagnostic experience preferred. Opportunity for growth and training available for qualified applicants.

Florida

City of Marathon Job Openings: Building Inspector/ Plans Examiner, Code Compliance Officer, Right of Way Technician, Wastewater Plant Operator Trainee .

EOE, FULL BENEFITS Also hiring: Part-time (Temporary) Scanner. www.ci.marathon.fl.us BIKE REPAIR NEEDED. Regular maintenance for 8 spin bikes in Marathon. $$. Call 305-775-9909.

The Island Gift Shops (Marooned In Marathon 1 & 2) are looking for happy responsible employees to complement our current staff.

PART TIME HOURS in a fun environment (good fit for second job) and retirees are welcome!

Apply in person at Marooned In Marathon, 11528 Overseas Highway.

Landscaping company seeking full-time laborers in Marathon.

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

HOMES FOR RENT

DUCK KEY - 4BR/3BA Long Term Rental, Open Waterviews, $4,000/month F/L/S (585) 781-0088 Room for Rent in Marathon w/private bathroom.

TV, Waterfront, Pool/ Jacuzzi, Laundry. $800/mo. incl. utilities.

305-280-3869.

2/1.5 Duplex off Boot Key Harbor in Marathon.

80’ of canal. Elec. paid* Fenced, W/D, Hot tub.

F/L/S $2,200/month – 6 month minimum. Text James at 409-370-0025 2/1 Duplex - 28th Street,

Marathon. On canal, annual rental, Elec. paid*, W/D, fenced, parking. F/L/S $1,750/ month. Text James at 409-370-0025

305.743.0844

MOVING SALE: Sat. June 22 from 8a-4p. 24’ Aquasport (no motor) on aluminum trailer, indoor & outdoor furniture, fishing gear, boat equipment, , 500’ of walnut & maple raw hardwood & misc. household items.

13 Road,

Treasure

Marathon

Long-term rental available in Marathon July 15th.

1BR/1BA unfurnished 1/2 Duplex. $1,500/month + utilities.

F/L/S 305-481-6887 NEED TENANTS? Line ads start at $25/week for 5 lines of copy!

Call 305-743-0844 today to get your property RENTED! RV LOT FOR RENT

Experienced Help Only needed for all positions.

Apply in person MonFri 10-11am at Sunset Grille & Raw Bar, Knights Key Blvd. Marathon NEED EMPLOYEES? Line ads start at $25/ week for 5 lines of copy!

Call 305-743-0844 today Help Wanted: selling bait and tackle 40 hours a week in Marathon. Must be able to work Saturday and Sunday. Contact Big Time Bait and Tackle manager Yank 239-910-0878.

HIRED IN LESS THAN A MONTH! Looking for a Marine Diesel Mechanic! We are now taking applications for a full-time Diesel Mechanic.

Must have 10 years experiences, preferably with a certification.

Please drop off your Resume at our offices: Marathon Diesel Repair, 1350 Ocean View Ave, in Marathon.

HIRED IN LESS THAN TWO WEEKS!

HOBBIES/COLLECT.

Large RV Lot for rent in Marathon. Full hook up. $800/month plus u t i l i t i e s .

3 0 5 - 9 4 2 - 0 7 8 9 YARD SALES

Meeting Notice Monroe County Land Authority The Monroe County Land Authority Advisory Committee will meet in the Monroe Regional Service Center located at 2796 Overseas Highway, Suite 104, Marathon, Florida on June 26, 2019 beginning at 9:00 AM. The agenda is available online at www.monroecounty-fl.gov or by contacting the Land Authority office at 295-5180.

ADA ASSISTANCE If you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodations in order to participate in these proceedings, please contact the County Administrator's Office, by phoning (305) 292-4441, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., no later than five (5) calendar days prior to the scheduled meeting; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call "711".

CASA CLARA CONDOMINIUM

Resident couple needed for 82 unit condominium in Key Colony Beach. Prefer community association management experience and knowledge of Florida laws. CAM license and good book keeping skills required (QuickBooks). Outside duties include pool operation, general building maintenance and supervision of outside contractors. Salary, insurance, retirement benefits and two bedroom apartment. Send Resume to casaclarakcb@gmail.com or fax to: 305-289-1819.

LONG TERM RENTAL 2 BR/1 BA Upstairs – Studio Apt. down w/private entrance & full kitchen. All concrete home in Islamorada – Plantation Key Colony. Central air, W/D, fenced yard – Homeowners Park. No smoking, no pets (cat okay). 2 people only. Available July. $2,200/month F/L/$1,000 Security Deposit. 305-394-0987

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! m e l b o r P o N , e c No Experien r the Whole Family! fo Wakeboarding Fun fo

Family Workshop:

“Rooster” July 6th & 22nd 11-12pm

$18

305-414-8245

Call to reserve for “Rooster” or walk-in anytime for glazing/painting & glass!

Open 7 days

Mon.-Sat. 9am-6pm

59 Grassy Key 59300 O/S HWY, MM

KeysCable.com

12535 Overseas Hwy

-Paint your own poery -Poer’s wheel throwing -Clay hand-building -Glass fusion -Glass blowing

(305)289-9013

keysartstudio.com

WE’VE MOVED!

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

Only $12 Includes: Guided Tour Museum Ferry Boat Ride

MEET SEA TURTLES AT THE TURTLE HOSPITAL www.pigeonkey.net • (305) 743-5999

Let’s go Fishing!

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

305.743.5580

Marathon Lady • 73’ Party Boat www.MARATHONLADY.net

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. CALL 305-743-2552 FOR RESERVATIONS. 2396 Overseas Highway Gulf, Marathon

www.turtlehospital.org

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES •

Diver / Crew Member OCEAN KEY RESORT & SPA IS HIRING!

• FT Sous Chef • FT Line Cook • FT Room Attendant • FT House Person • FT Engineer • PT Boutique Sales • On call – Licensed Nail Tech/Licensed Esthetician/Licensed Massage Therapist (FL Licensed) Apply online at: https://www.noblehousehotels.com/careers Apply in person at: Zero Duval St. Come see why our employees love to call Ocean Key home!

Great pay, amazing benefits, & an awesome team!

EOE

We’re looking for a few new treasure divers! Housing aboard the vessel provided.

Apply at: http://www.melfisher.com/ SalvageOperations/JoinTheCrew.asp

Today’s the Day!

HIRING: FT Prevention Program Manager position. Must have excellent communication, organizational, and computer skills. Must be compassionate and professional.

Bachelor’s degree and field experience a plus. Drug free workplace, EOE. Please send resume and cover letter to sholt@fkoc.org.

No phone calls.

305.743.0844

NOW HIRING

Front Desk: Front Desk Agent, Night Auditor Activities: Activity Manager, Activity Coordinators/Concierge Housekeeping: All positions Restaurant: All positions Spa: FT/PT Massage, Esthetician, Front Desk Security: FT/PT Guards Please stop by for application, fill out an application online at www.ilsabella.com “careers” or contact us at careers@islabella.com 1 Knight’s Key Blvd (MM 47) Marathon

Sweet Savannah’s Bake Shop

is now hiring for Afternoon & Evening Shifts.

Please Apply In Person 8919 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

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.

Starting salary: $41,993.00 Complete preliminary application at www.keysso.net. Email resumes to salexander@keysso.net or fax to (305) 292-7159. Suzanne Alexander may be contacted @ (305) 292-7044. EOE/AAP

DAYCARE TEACHER Grace Jones Daycare is a well-respected day care facility in Marathon looking for additional staff. We are dedicated to providing memorable experiences, quality child care, and excellent learning opportunities. This is YOUR opportunity to join our team of energetic and friendly teachers. We are looking for a caring, qualified, and professional full time teacher to join us in creating a positive learning environment. If you are, or wish to become, a qualified and passionate early childhood teacher, call the Executive Director, Iris Coe, at 305-743-6064 during normal work hours.

Like working in a fun, fast paced environment?

Starting pay averaging $14.00/hour.

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

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

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

Please call 305-393-1002

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

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

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

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

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

JOB OPENINGS

MARATHON GARBAGE SERVICE

GUEST SERVICE AGENT TELEPHONE AGENT NIGHT AUDITOR BELLMAN

We are now hiring for the following positions:

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

4290 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

EOE m/f/d/v

Excellent Benefit Package EOE M/F/D/V

SCAN FOR JOB

Apply on line at Spottswood.com/careers

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES •

305.743.0844

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.

Must be physically fit, able to lift 75 lbs., possess general “handy-man” skills, have a clean driving record & be diver certified or willing to become certified – knowledge of dive equipment maintenance is a plus. Successful candidate will be responsible, organized, & motivated with excellent team player skills.

Benefits include medical insurance, 401(k), vacation & paid holidays. Job description available at www.dolphins.org. Email resume & DRC application to drc-hr@dolphins.org. EOE

The Hammocks at Marathon

SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS NEEDED! Monroe County School District Salary $15.80- $23.20/hour

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

Dolphin Research Center has full-time openings for Visual Communications Staff Members (Permanent & Temporary opportunities available). Applicants should be familiar with digital photography/videography and/or other graphic art skills.

Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite software a plus. Benefits include medical, life, disability insurance, 401(k), paid vacation, sick & holidays. Job description available at www.dolphins.org.

E-mail cover letter, DRC application and your resume to drc-hr@dolphins.org. EOE

Key West, Sugarloaf and Upper Keys (3 work locations) • No Experience Required • Benefits

SOLUTION

We Buy Gold Locally!

Cash Flow Jewelry and Pawn Townsquare Mall Marathon

• Housekeeper • Guest Services Associate / Relief Night Auditor

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

TO APPLY: Online > jobs.bluegreenvacations.com

• Full Time or Flexible

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

Part Time Hours 6 to 9 am or 1 or 2 to 5 pm Apply online: www.keysschools.com

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

SUDOKU

$1,000 Sign-on Bonus!

• CDL Training Provided work as a Bus Aide while training

DOLPHIN RESEARCH CENTER

Dolphin Research Center has Full-Time & Part-Time Permanent positions for Guest Services. Duties are multifaceted including welcoming guests, taking reservations and photo sales. Job description available at www.dolphins.org. E-mail your resume and a DRC application to drc-hr@dolphins.org. EOE

FULL TIME JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Or Call > Andre at 305.743.9009

eoe

NOW HIRING F/T or P/T Dive Instructor

NOW HIRING

Marathon, Big Pine Key & Stock Island Locations

Dive instructor needed to safely guide our guests through in-water encounters. Need to be able to enjoy working with people and have a passion for marine life.

Please apply in person at

Aquarium Encounters 11710 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

$15 per hour to start FT Employees are eligible to participate in our health, dental, vision, Life Insurance. PTO and Profit Sharing is available to every member of our team (conditions apply).

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

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

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

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LET’S DO BUSINESS - 305.743.0844 HOME RENOVATIONS • • • • • • •

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

• SINCE 1976 •

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for a FREE Consultation

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Licensed & Insured Contractor # CACO53827

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

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Cell: 305-363-8330 Office: 305-735-4626 will@cecflk.com www.CECFLK.com

Air Conditioning & Refrigeration

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Fax: (305) 743-6887

Will Campbell President

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P.E. Lic. No: 79269 5800 Overseas Hwy. Unit 32 Marathon, FL. 33050

Lic#SP-3562

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We Do Installations!

Licensed & Insured

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LET’S DO BUSINESS - 305.743.0844 • WE CAN INCREASE YOUR REVENUES • SUPERIOR MAINTENANCE • TOP GOOGLE RANKED SITE

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cell:

COMPANIES

General Contractors & Engineers

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

Excellent References Upon Request

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

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

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

Barbara Sanchez

CERTIFIED MARINE SURVEYS

e-mail:

Realtor 305-393-9010 karenraspe@bellsouth.net

STATE CERTIFIED THATCHING CONTRACTOR CYC 000002

MARCH HARE MARINE SERVICES

office:

Karen Raspe

We Also Repair & Replace Patio Door Screens

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EC 13005589 CGC 1521939

CGC 1515665 • CFC 1428730

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(Between Office Depot & Main Post Office)

Marathon, FL 33050 305-289-1631

www.marathonhairandnailsalon.com

Specializing in Color and Highlights Haircuts Keratin Treatments 5177 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050

305-998-8953 Insured • Professional • Reliable

(Between Office Depot and Main Post Office)

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Liz Samess Interiors

Design, Decorating, Drafting, & More‌

Liz Samess Interior Designer

(954) 801-7883 Email: interiordesignbyliz@gmail.com

LICENSED CFC1427241

CELL:

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

Marathon, FL 33050

*House Wash *Roof Wash *Driveway Wash

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Licensed & Insured

QUICK & RELIABLE OPEN WATER MARINE SERVICES JARED FRANK

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Debra Leeann Wilson Debra Leeann305-743-2588 Wilson

OWNER

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POINT OF SALE

MARKETING AND PROMOTING TOBACCO PRODUCTS IN RETAIL ENVIRONMENTS

WHAT IS POINT OF SALE? PRIME PRODUCT AND ADVERTISING LOCATION The “power wall” is the area of tobacco products displayed behind the counter of convenience stores and gas stations. They draw attention to these products and can prompt impulse purchases.

One study showed that youth exposed to a “power wall” were more susceptible to future cigarette smoking compared to those exposed to a tobacco display hidden by an opaque wall.

TOBACCO COMPANIES SPEND BILLIONS EACH YEAR ON PROMOTIONS AND ADVERTISEMENTS THE TOBACCO INDUSTRY SPENT

HIGH CONCENTRATION OF TOBACCO ADVERTISEMENTS INDOORS AND OUTDOORS Youth are more likely than adults to be influenced by promotions.

PRODUCT DISCOUNTS Pricing strategies that make tobacco products cheaper lead to increased youth initiation, experimentation and regular smoking.

$34.9 BILLION

on cigarette marketing at the point of sale in 2015.

WHY DOES IT MATTER? THE TOBACCO INDUSTRY SPENT

$33.4 BILLION

80% of retailer outlets feature tobacco product advertising inside.

More than two-thirds of teenagers visit a convenience store at least once a week.

Studies show that schools with a higher number of nearby tobacco retailers have higher smoking rates.

Tobacco companies target lower-income, minority communities with point-of-sale marketing.

YOU CAN GET INVOLVED!

CONTACT PRISCILLA BENNETT AT PRISCILLA.BENNETT@FLHEALTH.GOV OR 305-676-3856 FOR MORE INFORMATION.

on smokeless marketing at the point of sale in 2015.