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The projected percentage increase over 2019 in holiday retail spending. Deloitte foresees between $1.147 trillion and $1.152 trillion in spending between November and January.

The increase last year over 2018 was 4.1%.

ON THE COVER Connie has a smile and fresh trees at The Home Depot in Marathon. For holiday inspiration, please see the magazine inserted in this newspaper.

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hat started out as a road issue has turned into a garbage problem on Duck Key. When regular trash pickup service was curtailed in midOctober due to weight limits on aging bridges, Marathon Garbage Service put two 20-yard Dumpsters on “Center Island” as a temporary collection site so residents could deliver their own household and yard waste to the receptacles. Marathon Garbage Service also leased a small truck that can offer some residential service accessible via Bimini Bridge.

Now, the weight limits on the bridge have changed again and, due to repeated abuse, the temporary collection site will only be open three days a week.

“The Dumpster situation is a challenge. They get filled almost immediately,” said Ron Oestreicher, a Duck Key resident. Oestreicher said he’s observed construction debris such as paint cans and large household items such as a mattress in the Dumpsters.

Marathon Garbage Service’s Greg Konrath said that’s not all. “Windows, pallets, entire trees and an outdoor deck, pieces of 2x6. People are using it as a free dumping site. Even when the Dumpsters are picked up, taken straight to the dump and returned, people have already thrown trash on the ground in their place.”

Marathon Garbage Service and Monroe County’s Solid Waste department are monitoring the situation

closely and Konrath said most abuses are happening on Sunday. Both are working on a plan to fence off the site where the dumpsters are located and create a new schedule where the gates to the temporary collection site would be open only three days a week — Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.

Late last week, the limits on the bridges changed yet again. In early October, vehicles passing over Bimini Bridge were limited to three tons, or about the same weight as two Honda Accords. Then, a week later, the weight limit was increased to nine tons. Late last week it changed again, to allow up to 10 tons to cross the bridge. Coincidentally, that’s the size of the smaller garbage truck.

The other two bridges — Seaview and Harbor Drive bridges — started out with a 10-ton limit and now stand at four tons each. Monroe County said the bridges’ strength is lower than the initial rapid analysis suggested.

Signs have been replaced to notify residents and visitors of the change and the county is looking at options to strengthen both in the interim until they can be replaced.

“The county has three people full-time for 12 hours a day at the bridges,” said Oestreicher, referring to the yellow-vested employees verifying weight limits before a vehicle can cross the bridges. “It’s a huge expense for them.”

Monroe County Mayor Michelle Coldiron said the county will probably be able to begin construction by January on Bimini Bridge.

“On Nov. 17 we approved several task orders to move the project

forward, including approving a plan for alternating two-way traffic over one side of the bridge as the other is being repaired and then switching,” Coldiron said.

The replacement to the three Duck Key bridges has been in the plan for years and further delayed by the arrival of Hurricane Irma in 2017, when other more pressing needs were prioritized. If things had gone to plan, the work replacing Bimini Bridge would have begun in March 2021. Bids are due back by Dec. 10, advancing the reconstruction by a few months. The bridge is expected to cost $2.5 million, paid for with county funds, and take 18 months to construct.

Meanwhile, residents with second homes on Duck Key are returning to the island to spend the winter, as usual, Oestreicher said. He credits the county with setting up a specific web page to disseminate information at monroecounty-fl.gov/duckkey.

Active unexpired building permits affected by the weight limits on Bimini, Seaview and Harbour Drive bridges will not be required to get inspections until 180 days after a solution for delivery of materials is available. If someone with an open permit is able to proceed by other means before that time, they may do so. At last count, there were 80 open construction permits on Duck Key, not all of them affected by the bridge limits, and some granted extensions due to the pandemic.

Emergency services are not affected by the bridge weight limits.

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MONROE COUNTY

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SARA MATTHIS

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HELP WITH THE RENT/MORTGAGE M DEADLINE TO SPEND THE MONEY IS LOOMING

onroe County received $13 million in CARES Act funds. Part of it — $1.43 million — is to help Keys residents with rent and mortgage payments missed due to pandemic-caused unemployment.

Right now, county staff is racing the clock to get it all spent — properly. The funds must be spent by the end of the year, and local officials need time to dot all the i’s and cross all the t’s before the checks can be cut.

The good news is that eligibility is easy to meet — tenants or mortgage holders must fall under the median income range, or a single person making $84,600 or less and be able to demonstrate a hardship caused by the pandemic. Furthermore, anyone who qualifies can get his or her rent or mortgage paid in full for 10 months (March through December).

According to Social Services Director Sheryl Graham, 312 Keys households have applied and 143 households are in various stages of pending approval. So far, 100 households have received assistance in Monroe County, according to Graham.

“We are extremely hopeful we will be able to serve all who are eligible,” said Graham.

The delay is an outgrowth of the twopart application process. Mortgage holders or renters must provide at least seven different types of documentation ranging from income to leases, and then landlords or banks must agree to, and apply, to become “vendors” on record with the county. Checks are cut directly to the banks or landlords, in full, for the 10 months. Social Services staff is handling the applications and the Clerk of the Courts staff is auditing the applications and issuing the funds.

“The documentation required … it’s voluminous,” said Lisa Tennyson, the county’s legislative affairs director.

Monroe County was one of the last areas to receive the CARES Act funding for rent and mortgage expenses, and applications weren’t issued until August. It took another month to work out the details with the Clerk’s office on what type of documentation was required and checks began being issued in late September.

“We are doing absolutely everything we can to get this money spent before the deadline of Dec. 30, 2020,” said Graham.

“One file can take weeks or even months to verify and finalize, so we have scores of files pending eligibility, waiting on documentation from applicants, banks, landlords, employers, former employers, etc.”

Graham said the county has asked whether the deadline to spend the money will be extended and the answer is “extremely unlikely.”

“The U.S. Treasury is who would have to extend the deadline and so far we have been advised that there is no indication an extension will occur. We are moving at the most feverish speed we can,” she said.

••••• Spending other CARES Act funds is going a little more smoothly. So far, the county has issued $2 million in business assistance in Monroe County, and recently issued a call for non-profits to apply for $1 million in assistance.

The county has also issued a first round of $350,000 to a handful of Keys food pantries.

“And that amount can be replenished as it is drawn down,” said Tennyson.

Both Florida Keys Electric Cooperative and Keys Energy Services have worked with the county to identify residential and commercial clients who owe money due to hardships caused by the pandemic, lockdown and quarantine. About $400,000 of Cares Act funds have gone to erase those debts.

“The utilities assess their own customers and we get a list. We cut them one check, and they retire the accounts in arrears,” Tennyson said. “Their customers are incredibly happy, and so are we.”

Local municipalities are also applying to the state for portions of the CARES Act funding to recoup costs associated with the pandemic.

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MARATHON WEEKLY / NOVEMBER 26, 2020 SARA MATTHIS

sara@keysweekly.com

CASES INCREASE, RECATEGORIZED AS KEYS ENTER SNOWBIRD SEASON

CDC ISSUES NEW GUIDELINES FOR CONTACT TRACING JIM McCARTHY jim@keysweekly.com

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wo COVID-19-related deaths were reported in Monroe County over the last week, bringing the total to 27 since March when the pandemic emerged in the Keys.

Seventy-six new cases were confirmed to the Florida Health Department in Monroe County over the last weekend. And as a result of local contact tracers’ work, 321 cases in the Keys were recategorized from “missing city” to the person’s location at the time of the positive test.

Since March 20, cases out of Key West have approached 1,800, while confirmed COVID-19 cases in Key Largo are nearing 400 and 300 in Marathon. Cases are just over 3,140 as the Keys enter holiday and snowbird seasons.

With the holidays approaching and more people traveling, Bob Eadie, health officer for the Florida Health Department in Monroe County, is placing emphasis on wearing masks, social distancing and avoiding crowds to decrease chances of exposure to COVID-19.

“Is it concerning about Thanksgiving and the travel that’s going on? Yes. And I understand people are really experiencing the pandemic fatigue for all of this, so they want to see their loved ones and they’re traveling,” he said.

“But activities like that without taking precautions really open the whole population to a much worse situation than we

had the first time around.”

Increased cases have brought increased contact tracing efforts. Eadie said it’s manpower-intensive to call several people who may have been in contact with a confirmed case.

New guidelines on Nov. 23 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, however, state that case investigation and contact tracing should not be pursued if more than 14 days have elapsed since the specimen collection. The CDC goes on to urge health departments to prioritize case investigations of people who tested positive for or were diagnosed with COVID-19 in the past six days.

“It’s concentrating on priority cases in a way, and I don’t know how they’re going to define that … just in the sense that with so much of the spread of the COVID virus, traditional contact tracing is just not effective as it could be, having so many cases to follow up,” Eadie said. “You need to figure out how we mitigate what’s going on in (the) community because it’s here, and you can’t prevent it from being here now, so how do you make sure it has the least impact?

That’s really where we are right now throughout the country and Monroe County as well.”

As of Nov. 24, six people were hospitalized at Lower Keys Medical Center with COVID-19. Fishermen’s and Mariners hospitals had none.

Eadie said while a vaccine is coming, it won’t be widely available to the public until late spring and early summer.

NEW TYPE OF COVID-19 TEST

THE CURATIVE TEST IS SELFADMINISTERED AND FREE

Left: Curative tests are self administered: the patient coughs and then swishes a swab around inside the mouth. CONTRIBUTED Right: The Curative test is considered a painless alternative to the nasopharyngeal swab.

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urn your head to the left and cough twice.

No, this isn’t a test for a hernia, rather a new collection method to test for COVID-19 called Curative. It is FDA-approved, self-administered, free and available in the Keys. Best of all, it has none of the unpleasant characteristics of the nasopharyngeal swab that features a far-reaching swab that invades the nasal and sinus cavity. And, because the patient and administrator don’t come into close contact, it’s safer too.

“Our unique, self-collected oral fluid swab COVID-19 test offers a painless, simple option with quick (24 to 48 hour) results and no cost to patients,” said CEO and co-founder of Curative, Fred Turner.

According to Curative, there are 8,000 testing sites nationwide. A search of the company’s web site shows a handful in South Florida, plus one on Big Pine Key at the Moose Lodge.

The procedure is for the patient to cough multiple times to release the virus from the upper and lower respiratory

tract, then swish the saliva around in his or her mouth.

The patient then swirls the swab on the inside of both cheeks, underneath and on top of the tongue, the roof of the mouth and in between the teeth and gums.

Patients put the swab in a provided tube and give it to an employee. Results are sent in a day or two via text or email.

Curative’s test received emergency use authorization from the FDA in mid-April and has been widely used in places like Los Angeles and Chicago, as well as for testing NBA players and employees. Turner said his company’s clinical trials have found their oral fluid collection method to be 90% accurate in detecting COVID-19.

Curative has three labs — in California, Texas and Washington, D.C. The test is free and no insurance is necessary.

The Keys kiosk is set up in the parking lot of the Moose Lodge on Big Pine Key and testing is available daily — either as a walk-up or by scheduling an appointment online. For more information, visit curative.com.

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Wishing you God's blessings at Thanksgiving and always.

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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR SELLERS

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We measure our success by helping families achieve their real estate dreams! Having the privilege to work with families each and every day is what motivates and inspires us!!! We put our best foot forward and are so humbled to see our hard work pay off! We are so excited to continue to serve MORE families this year as The Ashkarian/Ardis Team network continues to expand across The Keys! SO PROUD OF Our TEAM FAMILY! We know how to find that buyer and get the deal that you deserve.

Lela Ashkarian

P.A, CRS, GRI, e-PRO 305-395-0814

Natalie Ardis P.A. 11050 Overseas Hwy. Marathon, FL 33050

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We measure our success by helping families achieve their real estate dreams! Having the privilege to work with families each and every day is what motivates and inspires us!!! We put our best foot forward and are so humbled to see our hard work pay off! We are so excited to continue to serve MORE families this year as The Ashkarian/Ardis Team network continues to expand across The Keys! SO PROUD OF Our TEAM FAMILY! We know how to find that buyer and get the deal that you deserve.

Lela Ashkarian

P.A, CRS, GRI, e-PRO 305-395-0814

Natalie Ardis P.A. 11050 Overseas Hwy. Marathon, FL 33050

305-481-3317

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ANOTHER LISTING BY AMY PUTO JUST SOLD!

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Contact me and let’s work together to price it properly in today’s market and get it sold in the time frame you want!

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ANNA'S LISTING JUST SOLD WITHIN 30 D AY S ! ! !

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BUSINESS OWNERS TURN ON CITY OFFICIALS — AND EACH OTHER MANDY MILES

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR SELLERS

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KEY WEST FACES MASK CHAOS

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ey West’s mask madness has gotten ugly, with business owners and residents turning against city officials — and each other — in their efforts to curb the spread of COVID-19 and prevent business closures.

A Facebook group called “No To Key West Outdoor Mask Mandate” has formed in opposition to the city commission’s Nov. 19 passage of an emergency ordinance requiring masks whenever someone leaves their residence.

Restaurant owner Joe Walsh’s businesses — Jack Flats, Waterfront Brewery, Caroline’s and Fogarty’s — have received 10 of the 13 citations issued by code compliance officers for non-mask compliance. Walsh told the city commission on Thursday that he has a “don’t ask don’t tell” mask policy in place because the way to prevent infection is by keeping sick people away from others. Walsh said he ensures his employees are paid and fed during their quarantine period. Of his 463 employees, his restaurants have seen 12 positive cases and have quarantined 62 workers, Walsh told Keys Weekly on Nov. 20.

“The city is overly simplifying things by saying that wearing masks keeps people safe,” he said. “It’s giving people an artificial sense of security that masks will prevent infection. The way to prevent infection is by keeping sick people away from other people, not by telling sick people to wear masks and go to work.”

Business owner Marie Pierre Sanders agrees with Walsh about the mask requirement and accused city officials at Thursday’s special meeting of disregarding the governor’s executive order that prohibits penalties for individuals not wearing masks.

“What makes you, Madame Mayor and city officials, think you’re above the governor’s executive order?” she asked. “Our island is being destroyed by your actions and people are turning against each other.”

Longtime resident Christine Rus-

sell reminded the commissioners they were elected to represent — and protect — everyone, “not just the business owners.”

Other restaurant owners have pleaded with city officials not to let the actions of a “few bad actors” prompt the city to enact a shutdown of all businesses, most of which are working to comply with the mandate.

“The division that’s happening in this town is not good,” said Bill Lay, who owns La Trattoria, Virgilio’s and La Trattoria Oceanside. “Close to 100% of businesses are trying to comply, but the bridges between people are growing longer, not shorter.”

Restaurant owner Danny Hughes of Two Friends Patio Restaurant suggested in writing that the city “use the tools that it has” by enforcing its lease with Walsh for the city-owned property he leases at Waterfront Brewery.

“With the resurgence of COVID cases in Key West, the city commission has re-enacted one of the most onerous mask ordinances in the country,” Hughes wrote. “Requiring a mask when walking outside alone has no basis in science, which has already been proven. Why not enforce the existing ordinances — and the existing leases that are in place — to try to reverse the resurgence of COVID-19? The majority of the business community has responded admirably to the pandemic, but there are a few ‘bad actors’ that geometrically drive the number of cases upwards. It is unconscionable to punish the majority of businesses with a shutdown for the sake of a few businesses that we do not hold accountable under the terms of their leases. In short: Use the tools you’ve got before buying new ones.”

Walsh said that the city’s code case against Waterfront Brewery for mask non-compliance was dismissed on Nov. 19.

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tephanie Matlock Fouts is relieved her mother no longer lives in a local nursing home where she suffered rashes, a pelvic fracture and weight loss, among other ailments dating back to August.

Despite now receiving care in a different facility, Matlock Fouts says, her mom is no longer the same as before her health started to deteriorate a few months back. A recent report by the Agency for Health Care Administration sustained complaints she brought over her mom’s care against the nursing facility in Tavernier that led to her hospitalization.

Issues go back to mid-August when 81-year-old Nancy Fouts fell out of her bed inside her room on the second floor at Crystal Health & Rehab Center, located at 48 High Point Road.

No injuries were sustained from the incident, but another fall occurred some 16 days later, leading her to suffer a pelvic fracture. She was subsequently brought down to the first floor for rehab.

It wasn’t until a Facetime call Matlock Fouts had with her mother in late August that she started noticing her mother’s deteriorating health. Matlock Fouts questioned staff, who assured her she was fine and in good health.

By late September, Matlock Fouts noticed some serious problems over her mom’s appearance. That night, Matlock Fouts was informed her mother was vomiting. She asked the nurse how much she weighed. Fouts was told 123 pounds. Months before, Matlock Fouts said, she weighed around 140 pounds.

Based on reviews of the facility, observations and interviews, AHCA concluded the facility failed to provide new interventions for “resident one” in the facility, whom Matlock Fouts identified as her mother, after her fall.

Per the report, initial interventions to prevent the fall from happening again were documented as frequent checks every two hours, keeping the door slightly open for monitoring and educating use of the call bell. But the prevention plan didn’t provide a plan to keep her bed at the lowest position when she was in it, nor did it involve use of mats to prevent potential injury.

As for her mother’s weight, a dietitian recommended she receive no-sugar shakes twice daily for an additional 400 calories and 14 grams

of protein. Records show, however, that the no-sugar shakes were never ordered by facility staff. Per the report, the facility’s director of nursing said the communication system between the dietitian and nursing staff was broken.

Further, the nursing director said she and her staff were not reading the emails sent by the dietitian, leading to a delay in the ordering of the shakes.

On Sept. 29, Nancy was transported to the emergency room at Baptist Hospital in Homestead after she was found to have gastrointestinal bleeding. It wasn’t the only issue Nancy had, as Matlock Fouts said her mom’s liver enzymes and kidney enzymes were elevated. She had renal failure, and her weight was around 100 pounds. Matlock Fouts said her mother also had a pressure injury stage 2 to the sacrum, which is an open ulcer, or bedsore.

She also has deep tissue injuries to her heels and elbows.

“All I want is proper care for any resident who’s at that facility,” Matlock Fouts said. “If it takes my voice to make that happen, then that’s all that matters to me because that facility is not being run correctly in my opinion.

I fear there’s going to be continued neglect unless someone’s had accountable.”

The nursing facility said licensed and registered nurses were re-educated on completing weekly weighing when recommended by the registered dietitian. The facility, within its corrective action plan, also said that nurses were re-educated on the importance of appropriate interventions in place to prevent resident falls and injury.

“Licensed/registered nurses will receive ongoing quarterly education, ensuring appropriate interventions are completed and documented in clinical record,” the facility states.

Matlock Fouts added that she’s waiting for a report on an investigation from the state Department of Children and Family Services. She is also among several who are suing the facility for neglect of a loved one inside the facility.

Matlock Fouts said her mother has no desire to walk and eat.

“She’s not the mother who I knew prior to her pelvic fracture,” she said.

Some 18 inspections were conducted by AHCA during 2020 that range from complaints to monitoring and fire, life and safety. Deficiencies were cited on 11 of those inspections, with four corrected.

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BIG THINGS COME IN SMALL PACKAGES Tiny home prototype provides an affordable option CHARLOTTE TWINE www.keysweekly.com

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ationwide, the tiny home trend is here to stay. Over the past decade, the movement has spawned at least a half-dozen reality TV shows, launched who knows how many “I bought a tiny home” blogs, and taken over our Instagram feeds.

According to AARP.org, the tiny home, which can be anywhere from 100 to 400 square feet, “reflects the state of the U.S. economy, the stillstruggling housing market and a growing conservation ethic to reduce and reuse.” Consequently, local governments have started to take on tiny home projects to address the needs of their tax-paying citizens.

Plus, they are so darn cute.

Monroe County recently finished building a tiny home at 41 Judy Place in Key Largo and invited the public to have a look at an open house on Nov. 21. Keys Weekly stopped by for a tour and to ask Assistant County Administrator Kevin Wilson, who was helping to run the open house, about the project.

“The reason this project started was following Irma, small lots with trailers were destroyed, so we wanted an affordable replacement option for those homes,” he said. He pointed out that replacing a home on a lot after a storm in Monroe County can be challenging to landowners, due to zoning and floodplain regulations, as well as the cost.

Assistant County Administrator Christine Hurley, who was also at the open house, agreed. “The county commission was like, ‘This has to end.’”

The Key Largo tiny home is one home in a pilot project the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners approved in December 2018. The commissioners wanted to be creative in finding products that are windand flood-resistant for homeowners to consider as replacements after a disaster or losing their home. The

Cornerstone Tiny Homes prototype is a hurricane-rated structure that could be used as an alternative replacement of mobile homes after a disaster. The model home is a little less than 400 square feet, and starts at $85,000 (for the home, without the land).

Wilson said the total cost for the Judy Place house was about $110,000 including the landscaping, driveway and foundation.

“Depending on your flood regulations, you may need to raise this house up,” he said. Both the house and lot are currently owned

by Monroe County.

The prototype has a porch, a kitchen, a bathroom and a combo laundry room/bedroom. Buyers beware: You may want to consult those reality TV shows and blogs for storage ideas, because there is only one closet. “(Potential buyers) can watch as many TV shows as they want; they say it always looks bigger,” Cornerstone Tiny Homes CEO Brett Hiltbrand said about the size of the model home that his company built at Judy Place. “They don’t photograph well. You’re not going to raise a four-person family in here.

But 50 to 70% of people in need of affordable housing are one- to twoperson households.”

Licensed contractor Hiltbrand, who has built “normal” size homes for many years but has focused on tiny homes for the past six years, has seen an explosion of interest in his product, which he said is the only small-footprint home that is Florida building-code compliant.

His company is also expanding: it has 12 employees and is moving to a larger facility.

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A buyer from Key West was driving up to the open house that day to put down a deposit, Hiltbrand said, and a landowner in Big Pine Key had just called. “It’s ‘Gotta get my mother out of the nursing home and into the backyard.’ It’s also forward-thinking for counties and cities to address affordable housing.”

Wilson pointed out, “The housing authority is in charge of affordable housing. The county hopes the housing authority will be inspired by this project.”

Cornerstone Tiny Homes COO Kim Hiltbrand said, “We can build these quickly.” Usually the project takes three months, but with the pandemic making materials hard to source, now it takes four.

“Everything is all done here, such as plumbing and electric. You just have to hook up water, sewer, electricity and [build] the foundation.”

She added that depending on the county you live in, she has heard of the homeowner needing only two inspections. So basically plug in and play.

“After the open house, we’ll ask for county employees who are interested to put their names in a hat,” said Wilson. The winner plucked out of the hat will get the Judy Place house. And, presumably, they will go on to create their own reality TV show or blog.

The next open houses for the tiny home at 41 Judy Place will be from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 5, and Saturday, Dec. 12.

More information on Cornerstone Tiny Homes can be found at www.cornerstonetinyhomes. com.

The tiny home kitchen contains a fridge, oven, cupboard space, overhead microwave and countertop with a sink.

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MONROE COUNTY

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CARRUTHERS FILES LAWSUIT CHALLENGING ELECTION RESULTS CLAIMS EDDIE MARTINEZ IS INELIGIBLE TO HOLD OFFICE DUE TO RESIDENCY VIOLATION

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ormer County Commissioner Heather Carruthers filed a lawsuit on Nov. 23 challenging the results of the Nov. 3 election in which she lost the District 3 County Commission race to Eddie Martinez.

The lawsuit, filed against Martinez, Supervisor of Elections Joyce Griffin and the county’s canvassing board, claims that Martinez did not live in the County Commission District 3 on Election Day, and is therefore ineligible to hold the office, according to the Florida Constitution.

“Carruthers further seeks a judgment of ouster of Martinez and a revocation of his commission as Monroe County Commissioner District 3,” the lawsuit states.

The complaint asks the court to direct Griffin and the canvassing board to “vacate the results of the Nov. 3 general election for Monroe County Commissioner District 3 and certify Carruthers as the winning candidate.”

Carruthers’ attorney Bernadette Restivo writes in the 13-page lawsuit that Martinez “did not legally reside in District 3 on Election Day.” The suit claims that Marti-

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nez was registered to vote using an address of 1100 Truman Ave., Key West, which is located in District 3; however, the suit claims, that address is not a residential dwelling, but rather the business address and a commercial property that houses Martinez’s land surveying business.

When contacted by the Keys Weekly, Martinez said the Truman Avenue property includes a residential apartment.

“I’m shocked and saddened that she can’t accept that she lost,” Martinez said Monday evening. He had not yet seen the lawsuit. “It’s a shame she’s wasting everyone’s time and she better stay away from investigating my family and what school my kids attend.”

“Martinez changed his address to 1009 Simonton St., Key West with the supervisor of election on Nov. 5,” the suit claims.

Further, the complaint states that Martinez slept at the Marriott Beachside Hotel on Election Night, not at 1100 Truman Ave. The Beachside Hotel is not in District 3, but rather District 1, the lawsuit states.

“Carruthers files this action as a post-election contest to disqualify Martinez and challenge his eligibility to serve as Monroe County Commissioner District 3,” the lawsuit states.

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‘HOPING THINGS GET BETTER IN YEAR 2021’ TDC ALLOCATES MONEY FOR KEYS EVENTS

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robably the best predictor of what 2021 holds for the Florida Keys is the Tourist Development Council’s calendar and funding plan. The budget has been approved, and it looks a lot like years past.

“The same organizers are applying, but we didn’t have as much money to give out this time,” said Vicki Tashjian, chair of the DAC III in the Middle Keys. For example, in 2019, the Key West Songwriters Festival received $150,000 in seed money. In 2021, it’s $100,000.

While the budget reflects a best-case scenario, already several big events in the Upper Keys have been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic — Holiday Fest in December and Baygrass Bluegrass in February. The Gigantic Nautical Flea Market will be virtual in 2021, but in a normal year is the second or largest event in terms of attendance in the Florida Keys.

In November, organizers of the Marathon Seafood Festival asked the Marathon City Council permission to continue planning for the event normally held in March.

“We’re planning and hoping things get better by the time of the event,” said Marathon Chamber of Commerce CEO Daniel Samess.

In conversations with Bob Eadie, the county’s top health administrator, Samess said they will be looking for low positivity rates and numbers trending down.

“If we go ahead, the event will be in complete compliance and reliant upon the department of health’s guidance and blessing, as well as local municipal measures that may be in place,” he said.

Samess said that if a TDC-funded event is canceled due to the pandemic, organizers have the ability to return the money or postpone it.

“We have options. None of them are ideal, but it is what it is,” Samess said.

The Harbor Walk of Lights at Key West’s Historic Seaport is part of Key West Holiday Fest, which received $35,000 in tourism event funding.

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Participants swim to Alligator Lighthouse; the annual race was canceled in 2020. CONTRIBUTED

The 2020 Sombrero Beach Run took place, and it’s on the books for early March as well. WEEKLY FILE PHOTO

KEY WEST The Key West District Advisory Committee (DAC I) allocated $749,000 to 29 festivals, boat races, triathlons, parades and other events slated for 2021.

Most of the events were canceled this past year and organizers plan to come back strong in 2021.

Fantasy Fest received the largest allocation of $120,000, with the Key West Songwriters Festival receiving $100,000 and the powerboat races getting $75,000. The Key Lime Festival got $35,000 and other events received $10,000, $17,000 or $25,000.

Key West event funding allocations • CFK Swim Around Key West — $10,000 • Conch Republic Independence — $17,000 • Fantasy Fest — $120,000 • Florida Keys Seafood Festival — $10,000 • Hemingway 5K Run & Paddleboard Race — $10,000 • Kelly McGillis Classic (Flag Football) — $10,000 • Key West Brew Fest — $17,000 • Key West Film Festival — 17,000 • Key West Food and Wine Festival — $17,000 • Key West Half Marathon & 5K — $25,000 • Key West Holiday Fest — $35,000 • Key West Lobsterfest - 25th Annual — $10,000 • Key West Pride 2021 — $25,000 • Key West Songwriters Festival — $100,000 • Key West Triathlon (TRIKW) — $17,000 • Key West Whiskey Festival — $10,000 • Mango Fest Key West — $10,000 • Mile 0 Fest — $50,000 • New Year’s Eve Shoe Drop — $17,000 • Ocean Fest - 11th Annual — $10,000 • Papio Kinetic Sculpture Parade — $10,000 • Rams Head Presents — $35,000 • RWO Offshore World Championship — $75,000 • SMART Ride 18 — $10,000 • Southernmost Marathon — $10,000 • Tennessee William Birthday Celebration — $10,000 • The Key Lime Festival — $35,000 • Tropical Heat 2021 — $10,000 • Womenfest 2021 — $17,000

LOWER KEYS • DAC II in the Lower Keys has allocated $52,500 for destination events. It supports events in Key West, as well as the Lower Keys.

• Fantasy Fest — $20,000 • Key West Food and Wine Festival $5,000 • Key West Half Marathon & 5K — $7,500 • Mango Fest Key West— $5,000 • Underwater Music Festival — $15,000 MARATHON • DAC III covers events in the Middle Keys and also supports events that have a countywide draw, such as Fantasy Fest. The Seafood Festival was one of the last big events to go on in 2020 in mid-March and shortly thereafter, the Keys were closed to tourism.

• Fantasy Fest — $30,000 • Heroes Salute Weekend — $10,000 • Island Boat Show — $10,000 • Original Marathon Seafood Festival — $40,000 • SMART Ride 18 — $10,000 • Sombrero Beach Run — $10,000 • Taste of the Islands — $20,000 ISLAMORADA • DAC IV, which covers Islamorada, allocated $85,000 for 2021 events. The annual Swim for Alligator Lighthouse, organized by Friends of the Pool Inc., received $30,000. This year’s swim to the lighthouse was scheduled for September, but was canceled due to coronavirus. The event is expected to return Sept. 9 to 12. The Islamorada Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and Beach N’ Beer Mile put on by Islamorada Running Company LLC received $20,000. The event is set for Dec. 9, 2021. No funds were provided for the annual Fantasy Fest in Key West.

Other Islamorada funding allocations • 30th annual Island Fest — $15,000 • Keys Lionfish Derby & Festival 2021 — $10,000 • 4th Annual Ocean Fest by Mote — $10,000 KEY LARGO • DAC V covering Key Largo approved $95,000 in event allocations for 2021. The annual Orange Bowl Swim Classic and Winter Training and Jacobs Aquatic Center, put on by Upper Keys Community Pool Inc., received $40,000. The group approved $10,000 for Fantasy Fest.

Other Key Largo funding allocations • Key Largo Brew on the Bay — $15,000 • Key Largo Bridge Run — $15,000 • REEF Fest 2021 — $15,000

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OBITUARY

Donald Houston Irwin Donnie Irwin left this life Nov. 2, 2020, leaving the local community at a deep loss. He was known by those close to him as a good man and a passionate fisherman, always perfecting the smallest details in all types of angling including offshore, backcountry or freshwater.

He always brought his best effort and deep knowledge to the fishing day. Having fished extensively throughout the Caribbean and Florida, he was known as the consummate angler, crewmate and guide.

Although best known as a fisherman, Donnie’s early interests were in sports as a tournament competitor in the martial arts, attaining the black belt ranking in karate, and later focusing on baseball, where he went on to the college level playing for Miami Dade South.

His interest in sports continued throughout his life and he always knew the daily statistics of all the major leagues at any moment.

His friendship ran deep to those who knew him, and his generosity and his willingness to always help were something that friends could always count on.

Born on May 11, 1967, Donnie was preceded in death by his mother Sandy, and is survived by his father Don Irwin, brother Ronald Irwin, many cousins, and extended family in Marathon and around the state.

A gathering of friends and family to remember and celebrate Donnie’s life will be held at Lazy Days (725 11th St. Ocean, Marathon) at the outdoor sunset deck on Saturday, Dec. 5 starting at 3:30 p.m. Please come by and share a story and memories with friends and family.

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Barbara Strawberry Barbara Gudwin Strawberry, 70, formerly of Annapolis, Maryland and Marathon, Florida died peacefully on Nov. 23, 2020 at her home in Raleigh, North Carolina after a courageous fight with breast cancer.

She was born Aug. 21,1950 in Watertown, New York and graduated from Medina High School and James Madison University with a degree in elementary education.

She received her master’s degree in administration from Antioch University.

Barbara taught first grade in Fairfax, Virginia for 10 years.

She was married to Dr. Carl William Strawberry Jr. for over 40 years. Barbara recently moved to Raleigh to be close to her son and his family.

Barbara was an active volunteer. She was a member of the Junior League, past president of the Medical Alliance of Anne Arundel County, chairman of the Designers Showcase House for North Arundel Hospital, and a Girl Scout leader for many years.

She loved to travel, visiting countries all around the world and going on several safaris in Africa. Active in Safari Club International, Barbara served as president of the Sables Chapter and as a founder of the Chesapeake Chapter. She was the 2013 Safari Club International Hall of Fame award recipient and received that distinguished honor in Las Vegas.

Barbara developed Smart Image consulting services in which she held workshops as well as meeting individually with clients at their homes, consulting on wardrobe strategy, closet organization, makeup and hair.

An avid and accomplished master bridge player, Barbara loved sharing her passion for the game through teaching bridge to hundreds of students in Annapolis. She competed in bridge tournaments around the country.

Barbara loved the ocean and island life in the Keys. Her home and community in Marathon, Florida brought her so much joy the last few years of her life.

Barbara was above all a loving and supportive mother and grandmother. She will be deeply missed by her children, family and many friends. Her generosity of spirit and smile will always be remembered. Barbara’s optimistic attitude and courage in facing her health challenges was an inspiration to all who knew her. The family would like to express sincere thanks to Thomas Cluff for his companionship and loving care of Barbara at the end of her life.

She is survived by her son Brian Strawberry (Kelly) of Raleigh; daughter Laura Strawberry of Spartanburg, South Carolina and grandson Cameron Strawberry of Raleigh.

Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.MitchellatRMP.com

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COMMERCE CORNER Signs by Renee has been going in the Keys since 1977.

What’s new, though, is a corner gallery at the shop on Coco Plum. “We have locally created works of art including paintings, jewelry, pop art, resin casting and fused glass,” said owner Renee Anderson. Some of the works are hers, but she also features the talents of many other local artists. “We have some holiday, however, all of these make great gifts,” she said. Anderson said she loves what she does and is happy to be able to treat everyone like a friend.

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GIFT GUIDE

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For the next few weeks, the Keys Weekly will feature a local gift guide (plus some irresistible online finds) for the purposes of making the holidays simple and bright. This page is devoted to the homebody on your list — the person who wants to end 2020 by cozying the home nest.

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Flat and non-dripping, the Flatyz candle comes with its own steel stand.

Designs range from abstract cats to colorful butterflies. UNIQUES BY KENNEDY, Marathon. $16

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Thanks for Giving Last year, we celebrated the groundbreaking of the new Fishermen’s Community Hospital — a true testament to the impact generosity can make in our community.

The passion — and compassion — of countless individuals and businesses has been extraordinary.

And at this time of Thanksgiving, Baptist Health South Florida extends sincere thanks to all of you for the impact you’re making in the lives of so many — now and for countless years to come.

Fishermen’s Community Hospital Foundation Board (left to right): Jason Koler, Capital Campaign Chair Jim Rifkin, Director of Development Kim Gregory, Sarah Cizmas, Jane Packard, Chairman Mike Leonard, Lindsay Leonard, Barbara Wright, and Mariners and Fishermen’s Community Hospital CEO Rick Freeburg.

Joan and Kelley Bergstrom, Jane Packard and Jim Rifkin watch as the concrete foundation for the new hospital is laid.

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Fishermen’s Directors and Managers doing a walk thru of the new hospital.

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table she inherited from her late mother and regularly filled with invited guests. Her desire to feed people was bolstered by support from Glad Tidings Church and the Island Family Holiday Meal was born. “Pastor Carey gave me permission to use our church fridge as I shop, which made it much easier to prepare dishes ahead of time. On Thanksgiving, I put two tables together in our aft cabin.

It’s the best view ever to eat and count your blessings.”

On a hot day, cooking on board can raise the temperature inside a boat to an uncomfortable level.

Jeffers avoids that with a roaster for the turkey, plugged in and placed outside on the aft deck. Side dishes are made in her “tiny oven” or microwave, then transferred to crockpots and chafing dishes. Previously frozen desserts or freshly baked additions from Key West Cakes round out the meal. Growing in scope each year, the meal has even had an impact on the year-round

Cooking a traditional meal in an untraditional place

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hose who spend their days — and holidays — on liveaboard boats in the Florida Keys know a secret.

Everyone, even the landlubbers among ERIN STOVER us, knows how a SICKMEN day on the water can make a simple is artistic director taco and beer taste at The Studios of Key West. Her wife, otherworldly. But daughter and the full-timers also crazed terrier put know the power up with her sayof a salty breeze ing yes to nearly when it comes to everything. seasoning an entire Thanksgiving dinner.

The thought of a perfectly brined and browned turkey, or a heap of buttery potatoes, accentuated by a chilled white wine and a view of the harbor, would have anyone salivating. Like so many things in life, though, the reward takes effort. Keys residents, like New Yorkers, are accustomed to managing their lives from the confines of smallerthan-average living spaces. For those who live on boats, the challenges (and benefits) are magnified. A boat-based Thanksgiving is a truly next-level undertaking.

A typical galley, boat-speak for “kitchen,” will feature a two-burner propane stove, a sink attached to freshwater tanks, and a downsized fridge. The whole setup is gimballed, which means everything is secured, but allowed to sway a bit when the boat rocks. But galley real estate is a precious commodity, so the most valuable pieces serve dual purposes.

Combination bottle opener and can opener? Check. Fewer pans, fewer utensils, more ingenuity, more adaptability.

Key West artist Fran Decker is not one to shy away from a challenge.

She and her late husband, Bob, spent nearly a decade adventuring around the world on their sailboat, the Double

Terry Jeffers preps the Thanksgiving turkey aboard the family’s boat. CONTRIBUTED

Decker, so all celebrations and holidays took on a watery tone. The Deckers were anchored in Bermuda one year just before Thanksgiving when a hurricane struck. They hunkered down to ride out the storm, hitting the seas again on Thanksgiving Day, which they spent eating a canned turkey pie.

Subsequent Thanksgiving celebrations were a tad more traditional. “For seven years, I cooked small turkeys in our propane oven,” Fran said.

Bigger is not necessarily better and the best dishes don’t come from the most elaborate recipes when preparing meals on a boat. In fact, for those less concerned with aesthetics, some galley chefs suggest chopping a turkey breast, or spatchcocking (splitting, flattening) a whole bird. Of course, the actual meal is the least significant element of a holiday that’s synonymous with family and community.

Julie Jeffers is known around the bight for her Thanksgiving spreads that are headquartered around the large

Carolyn Shearlock and her husband Dave currently live in Marathon, but spent six years cruising the Sea of Cortez and Central America aboard their boat, Que Tal. Those years, along with her mom’s lessons in cooking from scratch, and her dad’s expertise as a butcher, built a foundation of knowledge, turning Shearlock into a nautical chef (though not in her own modest words). Her website, TheBoatGalley.com, and its accompanying cookbook share endless insights and allow others to learn from what she calls her “spectacular failures” along the way. She offers specific tips and recipes for a liveaboard thanksgiving feast at theboatgalley.com/thanksgiving-on-theboat/.

The Jeffers’ Thanksgiving Day spread.

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structure of their home. “Bless my hubby for tearing out cupboards to install a full-size fridge this past year,” says Julie. The Jefferses continue each year to prepare a full Thanksgiving dinner for their marina “family” — friends anchored out nearby, individuals working at the seaport and members of the homeless community. Julie notes that one of the most important items to have on hand that day is plenty of to-go packaging — “to share homemade meals with our neighbors without kitchens!

“Sadly, 2020 is going to be much different. We’re planning a small intimate feast, just the five of us and three dogs, around my parents’ big family table. My heart can always feel them smiling down.”

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“Try to be a rainbow in someone else’s cloud.” Maya Angelou. Rainbows are something I am always grateful for. This one was at Tavernier Creek. MELINDA VAN FLEET/ Contributed Mark Belile served as a tank turret repairman in the Army from 1984 to 1988. He was stationed in Germany.

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Robert A. Young Jr. is a Vietnam veteran who served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1968 to 1972. MARY WARD/Contributed

Rochester grateful after a day in the beautiful Keys. TERESA HOLMES/Contributed

A stunning sunset view of the 7 mile bridge. DANIEL EIDSMOE/Contributed

Coast Guard Academy Cadet Jackie Tidd dives between the American flag and the Marine Corps flag on the Spiegel Grove. KURT TIDD/Contributed

Pinecone wearing his skull bandana as he sniffs for buried treasure near Florida Bay. STACEY HENDERSON/ Contributed

Lucy soaking up the beautiful day in paradise on our boat. SUSAN MARCHETTI/Contributed

Taking a drink by our backyard pool near Sombrero Beach. C.M. BISHOP/ Contributed

Bella on the par 3 golf course on Key Colony Beach. Owner Matt Howell thanks the Marathon FKSPCA and Tara Vickery for all they do and for bringing Bella into his life. MATT HOWELL/Contributed

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Grateful for Lucia’s smiles and coconuts in Key Largo – some of our favorites! MARI NOVO/Contributed

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MOOD FOR GRATITUDE Things to be thankful for in 2020

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his has been a tough year for so many of us. And it’s okay not to be thankful this Thanksgiving — anyone who wants one gets a pass this year. But it’s still a good idea to search for the things that truly matter and find the ones worth celebrating as we move into the holidays.

Personally, I’m thankful for a wonderful girlfriend (Sarah), the ability to play and create music, awesome family members, and good friends in the Keys and beyond. I’m thankful for some amazing and inspirational music that has been released this year, and I’m thankful for all the places where I can share my music.

I’m thankful for the fact that I live in the Keys, and that (for the most part) people take mask requirements and social distancing seriously. While most of the rest of the nation is dealing with a huge spike and regional outbreak hotspots, Marathon’s number of cases remains low.

That doesn’t mean we can afford to be lax in our efforts to prevent such a spike here. Remember that wearing a mask is a sign that you care enough about your fellow human beings to help protect them. We all know people who have been infected; I have several friends who recently tested positive for Covid-19. Most are recovering nicely, but some are really struggling. All our thoughts and prayers are with them.

I’m thankful for our local businesses that take the pandemic seriously and do what it takes to protect their staff and their guests. Those business owners and managers are the reason we can remain open and maintain a vibrant economy while other areas are going into lockdown again. Once again, it’s incumbent upon all of us to follow protocols and do what we can to minimize the spread and keep our local businesses open. Shopping these businesses this holiday season is another way to support our community.

I’m especially thankful for our community leaders and my colleagues in local government. Before this year, no one ran for public office thinking they’d be placed into a position to craft a local response to a global pandemic.

Keys officials have had to make really tough decisions this year, and not all of them have been popular. And hindsight is, well, 20/20. But these folks did what they could do with the mission of keeping the public as safe as possible.

Probably my biggest quotient of thankfulness is for those in the front lines of our battle against Covid-19: our healthcare workers, first responders, and medical professionals. From those who respond to calls for service in law enforcement and fire/EMS, to

those who work the emergency room admissions desk, to those who test people who may be Covid-positive, to the pharmacists, the nurses, the doctors, and the JOHN cleaning and houseBARTUS keeping staffs at our local medical is a City of Marafacilities — you all thon councilhave gone above man. He also is and beyond every a musician who performs around day since this started. Our community town. For more owes you all a huge see johnbartus. com debt of gratitude.

I’m very thankful that multiple vaccines have proven effective and may begin distribution as soon as next month. I’m hopeful that next Thanksgiving will truly be a celebration of our return to travel and living and the defeat of the novel coronavirus. While Covid-19 may truly never totally disappear, relegating it to “flu status” or less would be a real victory.

I choose to be optimistic as we rush headlong into the holiday season. After Christmas and Hanukkah and Kwanzaa, we have a New Year, new vaccines and a new hope that we will get back to all the things we once enjoyed. All those things we took for granted — like going to concerts and sporting events, hanging out with friends in a crowded bar, traveling to see family or visit amazing places, even simply shaking hands and hugging your friends — are all on the other side of the New Year. Until then, let’s all be patient, wear a mask and do what we need to do to make next Thanksgiving the best one ever. ****** Be sure to stop by Havana Jack’s on Sunday, Nov. 29, from 1 to 4 p.m. for Socially Distant Photos with Santa!

Local photographer Natalie Danko will shoot your family in front of a green screen, and Santa will be added digitally in the background! Santa and Mrs. Claus will be there — socially distant, of course. A $20 donation to Presents In Paradise gets you three beautiful color photos of your family with Santa, and all the proceeds go to helping local families afford Christmas for their kids. See you Sunday!

Catch John Wednesdays at Herbie’s for Hump Night, Thursdays at Sparky’s Landing, Fridays on Facebook Live for his Social Distancing Concerts, and Saturdays at the Key Colony Inn. Music on Amazon, Apple, iTunes, Spotify and more. www.facebook.com/john.bartus

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Christmas lights drive-through display begins Nov. 28 Residents and passers-through of Marathon are invited to see the holiday light display at Marathon Community Park, beginning at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 28. The lights will stay up throughout the holiday season. Sadly, the pandemic has canceled the traditional evening with Santa, but city staff worked hard to put some extra cheer into park decorations.

Start decorating the boat for parade The Key Colony Beach Christmas Boat Parade will be held on Sunday, Dec. 13 starting at dusk. The parade will begin on the 7th St. canal and proceed along Sadowski Causeway through the west side canals finishing up on the 10/11th St. canal. The entire Middle Keys community is encouraged to attend while observing all social distancing practices.

Cash prizes will include $1,000 for Best Overall, sponsored by the Marathon Power Squadron; and $500 each for Best in Class (over and under 30 feet), sponsored by Realtor Karen Raspe and Berkshire Hathaway Keys Realty. Other prizes sponsored by Key Colony Beach Realty will be presented for Best Spirit and Best Theme (over and under 30 feet). Coldwell Banker Schmitt Realty is sponsoring Participation Awards for all boat captains.

The Key Colony parade follows two nights of local fun with the Lighting of the Fleet at the Marathon Yacht Club on Friday, Dec. 11 and Boot Key Harbor Parade on Saturday, Dec. 12. Participants are encouraged to make it a trifecta by also registering for the Key Colony Beach Christmas Boat Parade. Overnight and day-of docking will be available in Key Colony Beach for the parade. For more details, or to register a boat, contact Ted Fischer at ted.fischer1@ verizon.net or call 302-841-9812 no later than Friday, Dec. 11.

Volunteer to be a United Way tax preparer United Way of Collier and the Keys is offering a remote volunteer opportunity with the Vita Free Tax Preparation program for households with limited incomes in Collier and Monroe counties.

Bilingual volunteers are especially appreciated. After free, remote training and passing the online certification, volunteers will assist taxpayers remotely with completing and filing their taxes, from January to April. To learn more, please email vita@keysunitedway. org or call 305-563-1470.

Keys History & Discovery Center announces winter programs Keys History & Discovery Center has announced its winter program offerings. These include lectures, recurring Facebook live streams, and Curator Connections programs – Cocktails with the Curator and Community Views.

The lectures cover a range of topics and are offered live virtually via GoToWebinar. Cocktails with the Curator is an open question-and-answer happy hour about all things Keys history, led by curator Brad Bertelli and offered via Zoom. Community Views is a narrated pictorial presentation with Bertelli sharing photos of early days in Upper Keys communities, via GoToMeeting.

Advance registration is required for the virtual lectures and curator programs. For lectures, go to https://www.keysdiscovery. com/lectures. For Curator Connection’s programs, go to www. keysdiscovery.com/curatorconnections. December programs: Tuesdays, Dec. 1, 8 and 15, 10 a.m. Discover History! Facebook.

Wednesday, Dec. 2, 6 p.m. History of Lignumvitae Key: Story of a Tree & Real Estate Speculation, with author Peter Jutro. Wednesday, Dec. 9, 6 p.m. Community Views: Upper Matecumbe Key Post 1935. Monday, Dec. 14, 1 p.m. Exhibit: Coral Reef Exploration (on Facebook).

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1. ‘Marcus the Acrobat’ spends as much time on his hands as his feet at Mallory Square’s Sunset Celebration, amazing the crowd with a combination of stunts and humor. RASA TUBYTE/Contributed 2. Fire-eating juggler Jase Anderson is a popular fixture at the Sunset Celebration.

3. The nightly Sunset Celebration, shown here prior to the pandemic, has resumed its iconic evening ritual at Mallory Square.

he Sunset Celebration is back at Mallory Square, featuring acrobats, jugglers, psychics, a tightrope walker and vendors selling food, jewelry, original artwork, photography, T-shirts and other handmade items.

“We were shut down for 81 days between March and June, and are thrilled to be back in action and welcoming some new vendors and performers at discounted rates,” said Ryan Stimers, a wire-bending sculptor at Mallory Square and treasurer of the Cultural Preservation Society, which manages the Sunset Celebration. “We previously had limitations on the number of photographers or jewelry makers who could be a vendor at sunset, but we’ve lifted those limitations and are offering discounted rental rates for newcomers. We also have parking permits, so there’s a good chance a vendor will be able to park for free down there to give the sunset a try.

“We’re thrilled to be back open and bringing in some new faces and talents,” Stimers said. “It’s been a really tough year, and some of our longtime regulars are playing it safe and haven’t been down there during the pandemic.”

In addition to the iconic nightly event that starts 90 minutes before sunset, the Cultural Preservation Society will host a special Small Business Saturday craft fair from 3 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 28 at Mallory Square.

“We still have some spaces available for Small Business Saturday,” said organizer Linda McCall. “Interested vendors can email SunsetSmallBizSat@ yahoo.com to reserve a space. This is for locally owned businesses that may want a direct, face-to-face exposure to tourists this weekend. It’s also a great opportunity for local artists to give the Sunset Celebration a try. So many artists are out of work right now and we gratefully remain an open venue for them. One of the misconceptions about Sunset Celebration is you have to work a minimum number of nights. That’s not true — work as much or as little as you want. We’d love to have new artists give us a try.”

Masks are mandatory at Mallory Square, as they are in the rest of Key West. Five hand-sanitizing stations have been installed and social-distance markers are on the pavement to keep people apart.

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WHAT THE STARS HAVE IN STORE

REDA WIGLE Ruled by Jupiter, the fun, drunk, van-dwelling uncle of the solar system, Sagittarius is the official sign of letting the good times roll.

After the dark intensity of Scorpio season, Sagittarius is a buoyant, welcome respite. At its best and brightest, Sagittarian energy is expansive, curious and enthusiastic, the exclamation point of the zodiac.

At its worst, the sign and the skies it occupies are reckless, tactless and uncompromising. Sagittarius looks to learn, preferably through travel, transformational experiences and unusual encounters. Seek the strange, welcome the new, and by all means, with an archer ruling the sky, shoot your shot.

is a middle child and Taurus Fire Tiger named after a stigmatic saint.

She divides her time and affections between New Orleans and Key West.

SAGITTARIUS Nov. 22 to Dec. 21 Happy solar return, archer. The finest way to toast another year is with complete gratitude for the ordinary marvel of your own beating heart.

Fellow Sagittarius and poet Mr. Jim Harrison, said, “Birthdays are ghost bounty hunters that track you down to ask, ‘Que pasa, baby?’” Give those ghosts of birthdays present reason to blush and occasion to laugh.

Notable Sagittarius: John McCrae / Nov. 30, 1872 CAPRICORN Dec. 22 to Jan. 19 For sea goats, the fallout of the upcoming eclipse will be felt in the realms of health and self-regulation. Director and fellow Capricorn Hayao Miyazaki writes, “To exist, here, now, means to lose the possibility of being countless other potential selves. The fantasy of cartoon movies ... illustrate a world of lost possibilities.” If you are willing to change course, there is still time to live out a long-abandoned possibility.

Notable Capricorn: Kim Jong-un / Jan. 8, 1983

AQUARIUS Jan. 20 to Feb. 18 Famed director and fellow Aquarius Federico Fellini wrote, “I don’t believe in total freedom for the artist. Free to do anything he likes, the artist ends up doing nothing at all.” As the resident radical of the zodiac, you too require restrictions and ramparts to create the future as you dream it. Surrender the idea of total freedom and instead, decide on the right wrongs to rally against.

Notable Aquarius: Jay Adams / Feb. 3, 1961 PISCES Feb. 19 to March 20 Career clarity is on the horizon, Pisces. Neptune, your ruling planet, goes direct and the sun in Sagittarius lights your professional sector. You can’t get made without first making some missteps. Poet and fellow fish Edna St. Vincent Millay said, “I am glad that I paid so little attention to good advice; had I abided by it I might have been saved from some of my most valuable mistakes.”

Notable Pisces: Erykah Badu / Feb. 26, 1971 ARIES March 21 to April 19 Rough and tumble orphan Beat poet Gregory Corso credited a stint in New York’s Clinton State Prison with making him a writer. Encouraged by gangsters, murderers and ne’er-do-wells, Corso’s burgeoning genius was fed by volumes from the prison library. As you settle into winter and confinement of any variety, seek the company and courage that can only be found in cages.

Notable Aries: Lucy Lawless / March 29, 1968 TAURUS April 20 to May 20 The sun is moving through your eighth house of intimacy and intuition. The quieter you can be, the more insights you will collect.

Limit conversations and spend time in sacred silence. Listen to others without interruption and to yourself without distraction.

Artist Lenora Carrington wrote, “We went down into the silent garden. Dawn is the time when nothing breathes, the hour of silence. Everything is transfixed, only the light moves.” Get yourself in the garden, Taurus.

Notable Taurus: Danny Trejo / May 16, 1944 GEMINI May 21 to June 20 The full moon eclipse in Gemini will be felt most fully by natives of the sign. Eclipses make it impossible to hide high hopes and bad habits and under this lunation, transformation is not only possible but inevitable. How to aid and abet your next becoming? Be clear and relentlessly communicative about what you want. Then face down the fears intent on robbing your future.

Notable Gemini: John Wayne / May 26, 1907 CANCER June 21 to July 22 New research suggests that crabs not only feel pain, but remember it. I offer this to you, crab folk, as there is power in pain and the memory of it. Your own reliquary of hurt will guide you through the coming months with the wisdom to avoid what has caused you pain in the past, and the compassion to avoid inflicting the same ache on others.

Notable Cancer: Lizzie Borden / June 19, 1860 LEO July 23 to Aug. 22 If you’ve been battling a bout of jealousy or insecurity (a rare vex for the prideful lion) the forward momentum of Neptune should shake loose from your mane any lingering doubts. Return from your sojourn of uncertainty stronger, and more convinced of your worth than ever before.

“Power is being told you’re not loved and not being destroyed by it,” says lioness Madonna.

Notable Leo: Henrietta Lacks / Aug. 1, 1920 VIRGO Aug. 23 to Sept. 22 Billy Bob Thornton mused, “You want to know the hardest part about being smart? I pretty much always know what’s going to happen next; there’s no suspense.”

I’ve yet to meet a dumb member of your ilk, Virgo. With the ability to predict comes the inevitability of pessimism. Recalibrate your life, company most especially, to make room for the wild unknown and the strange flowers of surprise.

Notable Virgo: Tony Alva / Sept.

2, 1957 LIBRA Sept. 23 to Oct. 22 Abstract painter and fellow Libra Mark Rothko occasionally refused to sell his work to those who did not react to it the way he wanted. Whatever you do, remember you can only control what you create, not what others take from it. Create your life with little regard for the consequence of outsider opinions.

Notable Libra: Stacy Peralta / Oct. 15, 1957 SCORPIO Oct. 23 to Nov. 21 Train hopper and American folk hero Utah Phillips wrote, “Time is an enormous, long river, and I’m standing in it, just as you’re standing in it. My elders are the tributaries, and everything they thought and every struggle they went through flows down to me –if I take the time to reach out, I can build that bridge between my world and theirs. I can reach down into that river and take out what I need to get through this world.” All you seek surrounds you. Fill your cup.

Notable Scorpio: Bootsy Collins / Oct. 26, 1951

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WILDLIFE

MARATHON WEEKLY / NOVEMBER 26, 2020 TIFFANY DUONG tiffany@keysweekly.com

MARATHON WILD BIRD CENTER TURNS 25

MIDDLE KEYS WILDLIFE SANCTUARY REQUESTING DONATIONS TO CONTINUE OPERATING

Kelly Grinter of the Marathon Wild Bird Center tends to the resident birds. LANCE HILL/Contributed

Resident birds at the Marathon Wild Bird Center recuperate under specialized care. LANCE HILL/Contributed

T

he Marathon Wild Bird Center is celebrating its silver anniversary this year. For the past 25 years, the nonprofit has been rescuing and rehabilitating injured wild birds.

Kelly Grinter, who runs the center, established it in 1994 to fulfill an urgent need in Marathon for wild bird care.

“Jeanie Ward of Knight’s Key Campground could no longer handle the number of injured wild birds that were coming into the park in need of first aid and a ride to Laura Quinn at the Florida Keys Wild Bird Center in Tavernier,” Grinter told the Weekly.

“I was a 26-year-old intern of Laura’s and she turned and asked me if I wanted to start my own bird center.

And, so it began.”

Since then, over 20,000 birds have been brought to the center by good samaritans, locals and visitors. Grinter joked that locals who find birds on a regular basis are affectionately called ‘bird magnets.’

Most injuries to birds are caused by humans in one way or another, she said, but natural selection (starving birds) also makes up a significant portion of her patients. While she tries to make the latter comfortable with heat and fluids, sometimes they don’t make it, she said. But, when there is still a “spark of life there” and they recover, she feels like it helps make up for the ones that didn’t make it due to humans.

At the sanctuary, the self-guided tour takes visitors over the quarteracre nook at Crane Point to visit some 40 permanent, resident birds. Oliver the osprey has been there for 18 years and Mr. Black-Bellied Plover for 19 years. The latter has even been a National Geographic model for famed photographer Joel Sartore.

The Marathon Wild Bird Center also helps rescue small mammals found orphaned or injured in its area.

“We utilize the same volunteers to transport these occasional patients to Ark Angels in Tavernier. I’ve known and worked with Ark Angels founder Karen Dettmann for over 25 years,” said Grinter.

The bird sanctuary has a team of four who have worked with Grinter in some capacity since the beginning and an additional volunteer squad of roughly 30 who transport birds, run errands, do landscaping and host educational programs for the center.

Volunteering opportunities are always available, Grinter noted, and the center always can use more help.

On this milestone birthday, Grinter is asking the community for help to stay afloat. The annual operating budget has been about $50,000/year, she said. The current budget is almost double that because of a shortage of volunteers, rising cost of food to feed the resident animals and general maintenance costs.

“Staying operational for another 25 years is going to take innovation and funds,” Grinter said. “Our future is on the table.”

Grinter noted that while there is always the possibility that a not-forprofit is going to close, her goal, after 25 years, is to make sure that doesn’t happen to the Marathon Wild Bird Center.

“I love and enjoy what I do. I don’t know why I continue to do it other than just that,” Grinter said. “The need to help our wild birds will continue as long as their biggest threat, us, is present, too. (The Center) shall persevere.”

More information on how to volunteer, visit or donate is at www. marathonwildbird.org.

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PLAY WITH GRATITUDE

Marathon High School’s varsity soccer team is ramping up for another season. WEEKLY FILE PHOTO

5 student athletes talk about sports and being thankful CLARE MERRYMAN www.keysweekly.com

Marathon High School student athletes share a few words about why they’re thankful.

MIGUEL AVENA Senior Football What do you enjoy about playing football? I get to surround myself with friends who are like family. I play not only for myself, but for and with my teammates.

How long have you been playing on the team? I’ve only been playing for two years, but I’m glad I joined. If I hadn’t, I wouldn’t have had that high school football experience. It definitely has been a memorable one.

Describe one of your best moments in athletics. My best moments were when I would score a touchdown. We put a lot of work in just for that couple of points. The best part of it all was looking back at my teammates who were all celebrating with me. That is definitely always going to be the best feeling when playing and thinking about football.

Coach Childress says … “If you can go through with playing football, you can go through any obstacle that life throws at you.”

In football we have our ups and our downs, but you don’t want to just stay down. You want to get back up in life, similar to what coach is saying.

PICK-UP GAMES VS. REGULATION PLAY Athletes talk about the difference between having fun and keeping score CLARE MERRYMAN www.keysweekly.com

M

arathon High School’s right midfielder Anthony Machado says he has high hopes for this soccer season.

“We have a lot of new, strong players this year, and we’ve all been putting in the work, both at practice and while playing for fun at the park,” said Machado. “I think we even have a good chance at winning districts this year, and it’s because of the bonds our team has developed on and off the field.

It will take us further than ever before.”

Mathias Trujillo likes MHS’ chances on the soccer field this year. He said he believes that practicing is the way to achieve the goal, but not every practice is formal.

“In a pickup game, you are free to mess around,” said Trujillo, “but in an actual game things get serious. You have to give it 100%. I’m competitive, and so I’d rather play in a scored game, giving it my all under pressure.”

Trujillo, Machado and teammate Giancarlos Prieto see the value in park games, but prefer to test themselves during formal games.

Prieto said, “Playing against another competitive team is a rewarding experience, and an important aspect of competing is being creative — it’s my favorite part of it all.”

All games are good games but, according to these players at least, a regulation game is better.

— Clare Merryman is the Marathon Weekly Newspaper’s high school intern.

Cole McDaniel Junior Football, baseball “Being involved in sports has helped me to focus more on important aspects of my life. It puts me on a schedule so to avoid spending all my time just floundering around. It keeps me doing what I need to get done instead of sitting around the house and, most importantly, it keeps me out of trouble.”

Mikkel Ross Freshman Cross country, weightlifting, soccer, track “I’m thankful to have the privilege and opportunity to have sports teams at our school. Sports has improved my mental health greatly, keeping my mind stimulated and strong enough to conquer obstacles. I have also become physically fit and started living a healthy lifestyle. In addition, I’m also very grateful for all the admirable people I’ve met while playing sports including my teammates, and even the athletes I race or play against. I am extremely thankful to have a support system from my family and I wouldn't be playing sports without their tremendous encouragement. I’m most appreciative for my coaches and athletic director who have dedicated their time and care towards their athletes.”

Anthony Machado Senior Football, soccer, tennis “I am thankful for being able to be a part of something bigger than just myself. I have been blessed with the opportunities to succeed with the help of my parents who support me no matter the circumstances, coaches that push me to my limits (because they know I can always be better) and teammates that I will forever call my family.”

Nicole Merryman Sophomore Weightlifting Being a part of the girls’ lifting team has given me the opportunity to work with others to achieve a common goal. I’ve been able to meet new people and make new friends, which has been great especially considering that I’ve recently moved to Marathon. Being a part of this team has opened my eyes to making new friendships, and for that I am grateful.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Wheatons Towing gives Notice of Foreclosure of Lien and intent to sell these vehicles on 12/05/2020, 10:00 am at 101500 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL 33037, pursuant to subsection 713.78 of the Florida Statutes.

Wheatons Towing reserves the right to accept or reject any and/ all bids.

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not mail or attempt to deliver in person any sealed bids. Mailed/ physically delivered bids/ proposal/responses WILL NOT be accepted.

The Monroe County Purchasing Department hereby directs that bids be submitted via email to: OMB-BIDS@monroecounty-fl. gov, no later than 3:00 P.M. on January 7, 2021. Please submit your confidential financial information in a SEPARATE EMAIL from your bid and required documents. Your subject line on both emails must read as follows: Fla. Keys Marathon Airport Terminal Re-Roof Rehab 01/07/2021 Files that do not contain this subject line WILL BE REJECTED. Please note that the maximum file size that will be accepted by email is 25MB. Please plan accordingly to ensure that your bid is not rejected due to the file size. Should your bid documents exceed 25MB or otherwise be rejected or undeliverable to OMB-BIDS@monroecounty-fl. gov, in advance of the bid opening, please email: ombpurchasing@monroecounty-fl. gov so accommodations for delivery of your bid can be made prior to the bid opening. Please be advised that it is the bidder’s sole responsibility to ensure delivery of their bid and waiting until the bid opening to address or confirm your bid submission delivery will result in your bid being rejected.

The bid opening for this solicitation will be held virtually, via the internet, at 3:00 P.M., on January 7, 2021. You may call in by phone or internet using the following: Join Zoom Meeting https://mcbocc.zoom. us/j/4509326156 Meeting ID: 4509326156 One tap mobile: +16465189805,, 4509326156# US (New York) +16699006833,, 4509326156# US (San Jose) Dial by your location: +1 646 518 9805 US (New York) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) Publish: November 26, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers

bids be submitted via email to: OMB-BIDS@monroecounty-fl. gov, no later than 3:00 P.M. on January 6, 2021. Please submit your confidential financial information in a SEPARATE EMAIL from your bid and required documents. Your subject line on both emails must read as follows: Hurricane Irma Marine Debris Monitoring & Related Services 01/06/2021 Files that do not contain this subject line WILL BE REJECTED. Please note that the maximum file size that will be accepted by email is 25MB. Please plan accordingly to ensure that your bid is not rejected due to the file size. Should your bid documents exceed 25MB or otherwise be rejected or undeliverable to OMB-BIDS@monroecounty-fl. gov, in advance of the bid opening, please email: ombpurchasing@monroecounty-fl. gov so accommodations for delivery of your bid can be made prior to the bid opening. Please be advised that it is the bidder’s sole responsibility to ensure delivery of their bid and waiting until the bid opening to address or confirm your bid submission delivery will result in your bid being rejected.

The bid opening for this solicitation will be held virtually, via the internet, at 3:00 P.M., on January 6, 2021. You may call in by phone or internet using the following: Join Zoom Meeting https://mcbocc.zoom. us/j/4509326156 Meeting ID: 4509326156 One tap mobile: +16465189805,, 4509326156# US (New York) +16699006833,, 4509326156# US (San Jose) Dial by your location: +1 646 518 9805 US (New York) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) Publish: November 26, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers

EMAIL from your bid and required documents. Your subject line on both emails must read as follows: Marine Debris Removal and Related Services from Canals 01/05/2021 Files that do not contain this subject line WILL BE REJECTED. Please note that the maximum file size that will be accepted by email is 25MB. Please plan accordingly to ensure that your bid is not rejected due to the file size. Should your bid documents exceed 25MB or otherwise be rejected or undeliverable to OMB-BIDS@monroecounty-fl. gov, in advance of the bid opening, please email: ombpurchasing@monroecounty-fl. gov so accommodations for delivery of your bid can be made prior to the bid opening. Please be advised that it is the bidder’s sole responsibility to ensure delivery of their bid and waiting until the bid opening to address or confirm your bid submission delivery will result in your bid being rejected.

The bid opening for this solicitation will be held virtually, via the internet, at 3:00 P.M., on January 5, 2021. You may call in by phone or internet using the following: Join Zoom Meeting https://mcbocc.zoom. us/j/4509326156 Meeting ID: 4509326156 One tap mobile: +16465189805,, 4509326156# US (New York) +16699006833,, 4509326156# US (San Jose) Dial by your location: +1 646 518 9805 US (New York) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) Publish: November 26, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers

Please note that the maximum file size that will be accepted by email is 25MB. Please plan accordingly to ensure that your bid is not rejected due to the file size. Should your bid documents exceed 25MB or otherwise be rejected or undeliverable to OMB-BIDS@monroecounty-fl. gov, in advance of the bid opening, please email: ombpurchasing@monroecounty-fl. gov so accommodations for delivery of your bid can be made prior to the bid opening. Please be advised that it is the bidder’s sole responsibility to ensure delivery of their bid and waiting until the bid opening to address or confirm your bid submission delivery will result in your bid being rejected.

The bid opening for this solicitation will be held virtually, via the internet, at 3:00 P.M., on December 7, 2020. You may call in by phone or internet using the following: Join Zoom Meeting https://mcbocc.zoom. us/j/4509326156 Meeting ID: 4509326156 One tap mobile: +16465189805,, 4509326156# US (New York) +16699006833,, 4509326156# US (San Jose) Dial by your location: +1 646 518 9805 US (New York) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) Publish: November 26, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Wheatons Towing gives Notice of Foreclosure of Lien and intent to sell these vehicles on 12/07/2020, 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.

1N4AL3AP2HC476209 2017 NISSAN Publish: November 19 & 26, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE SOLICITATIONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that DL Porter Constructors, Inc is currently seeking qualified DBE subcontractor quotes for the Florida Keys Marathon Airport – Security Site Lighting Rehab. Plans and specifications are available via email (kim@ dlporter.com) All pricing to be submitted to Kevin@dlporter. com no later than Wednesday, December 2, 2020 @ 1:00pm.

Publish: October 29, November 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE SOLICITATIONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that DL Porter Constructors, Inc is currently seeking qualified DBE subcontractor quotes for the Florida Keys Marathon Airport – Hangar Rehabilitation. Plans and specifications are available via email (kim@dlporter.com).

All pricing to be submitted to Kevin@dlporter.com no later than Monday, November 30, 2020 @ 1:00pm.

Publish: November 12, 19 & 26, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE SOLICITATIONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, January 7, 2021, at 3:00 P.M., the Monroe County Purchasing Office will receive and open sealed responses for the following: FLORIDA KEYS MARATHON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TERMINAL RE-ROOF REHABILITATION 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 upon request.

In response to Covid-19, the Monroe County Purchasing Department has implemented a new electronic process for reviewing and opening sealed bids. Monroe County is committed to continuing to receive and process competitive solicitations while maintaining the health and safety of our employees and those who attend bid openings. Please do

NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE SOLICITATIONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Wednesday, January 6, 2021, at 3:00 P.M., the Monroe County Purchasing Office will receive and open sealed responses for the following: HURRICANE IRMA MARINE DEBRIS MONITORING AND RELATED SERVICES MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Pursuant to F.S. § 50.0211(3) (a), all published competitive solicitation notices can be viewed at: www. floridapublicnotices.com, a searchable Statewide repository for all published legal notices.

Requirements 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 upon request.

In response to Covid-19, the Monroe County Purchasing Department has implemented a new electronic process for reviewing and opening sealed bids. Monroe County is committed to continuing to receive and process competitive solicitations while maintaining the health and safety of our employees and those who attend bid openings. Please do not mail or attempt to deliver in person any sealed bids. Mailed/ physically delivered bids/ proposal/responses WILL NOT be accepted.

The Monroe County Purchasing Department hereby directs that

NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE SOLICITATIONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, January 5, 2021, at 3:00 P.M., the Monroe County Purchasing Office will receive and open sealed responses for the following: MARINE DEBRIS REMOVAL AND RELATED SERVICES FROM CANALS AS A RESULT OF HURRICANE IRMA 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 upon request.

In response to Covid-19, the Monroe County Purchasing Department has implemented a new electronic process for reviewing and opening sealed bids. Monroe County is committed to continuing to receive and process competitive solicitations while maintaining the health and safety of our employees and those who attend bid openings. Please do not mail or attempt to deliver in person any sealed bids. Mailed/ physically delivered bids/ proposal/responses WILL NOT be accepted.

The Monroe County Purchasing Department hereby directs that bids be submitted via email to: OMB-BIDS@monroecounty-fl. gov, no later than 3:00 P.M. on January 5, 2021. Please submit your confidential financial information in a SEPARATE

NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE SOLICITATIONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Monday, December 7, 2020, at 3:00 P.M., the Monroe County Purchasing Office will receive and open sealed responses for the following: HARRY HARRIS PARK BASEBALL FIELD SOD REPLACEMENT 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 upon request.

In response to Covid-19, the Monroe County Purchasing Department has implemented a new electronic process for reviewing and opening sealed bids. Monroe County is committed to continuing to receive and process competitive solicitations while maintaining the health and safety of our employees and those who attend bid openings. Please do not mail or attempt to deliver in person any sealed bids. Mailed/ physically delivered bids/ proposal/responses WILL NOT be accepted.

The Monroe County Purchasing Department hereby directs that bids be submitted via email to: OMB-BIDS@monroecounty-fl. gov, no later than 3:00 P.M. on December 7, 2020. Please submit your confidential financial information in a SEPARATE EMAIL from your bid and required documents. Your subject line on both emails must read as follows: Harry Harris Park Baseball Field Sod Replacement 12/07/2020 Files that do not contain this subject line WILL BE REJECTED.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING QUARTERLY MEETING NOTICE: LOCAL COORDINATING BOARD FOR THE TRANSPORTATION DISADVANTAGED The Monroe County Local Coordinating Board (LCB) will be holding its regularly scheduled quarterly meeting on Friday, December 4, 2020 via Zoom from 10:00 am – 11:30 am. Members of the public are invited to attend.

Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8739 9016613?pwd=aWxjSVYwb3ZQa Ct6TnBRVFFjdFJhdz09 Meeting ID: 873 9901 6613 Passcode: 719691 Call-in Number: (312) 626-6799 Access Number: 87399016613# Passcode: 719691# The primary purpose of the Coordinating Board is to provide information and advice to the Community Transportation Coordinator on the coordination of services provided to the transportation disadvantaged population of Monroe County, pursuant to Chapter 427.0157, Florida Statutes.

Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), any person requiring special accommodations at this meeting due to a disability or physical impairment, and any related questions or inquiries concerning this meeting should be directed to Tenesha Avent, Community Health Specialist, at the Health Council of South Florida, Inc. at (305) 592-1452 at least 72 hours prior to the date of the meeting.

Publish: November 26, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Florida Keys Council of the Arts Notice of Upcoming Meetings The Florida Keys Council of the Arts will hold the following meetings via Communications Media Technology using a ZOOM webinar platform. The access points to view the meeting or for members of the public to provide public input will be: JOIN ZOOM via the Zoom app and use each meeting ID and password listed.

Meetings are open to the public and all are invited to attend.

LEGAL NOTICES Questions, or to RSVP, please email Liz Young at director@ keysarts.com.

Development Committee Meeting Monday, Nov. 30th at 3:00 pm Meeting ID: 844 5450 0354 Passcode: 201324 Membership Committee Meeting Thursday, Dec. 3rd at 11:00 am Meeting ID: 878 0130 3500 Passcode: 561677 Art in Public Places Meeting Tuesday, Dec. 15th at 4:00 pm Meeting ID: 898 6342 0796 Passcode: 726253 Publish: November 26, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING The Monroe County Tourist Development Council will convene on Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at the Marathon Government Center.

Public Participation will be via Communications Media Technology (“CMT”) using a Zoom webinar platform.

Due to Covid-19 and social-distancing guidelines established by the Center for Disease Control (CDC), members of the public are to attend the meeting and participate via CMT by using the Zoom webinar or dialing in on the phone numbers provided below.

Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom. us/j/87145471473 Meeting ID: 871 4547 1473 One tap mobile +13017158592,, 87145471473# US (Germantown) +13126266799,, 87145471473# US (Chicago) Dial by your location +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) Meeting ID: 871 4547 1473 Please contact Maxine Pacini or Ammie Machan to submit written information or for additional information by writing MCTDC, 1201 White Street, Suite 102, Key West, FL 33040, by email at PaciniMaxine@monroecounty-fl.gov, or by calling (305)296-1552 between the hours of 9:00 a.m.

– 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Documents must be received no later than Friday 5:00 P.M. on December 11, 2020.

The Visit Florida Keys Corporation will also convene during this meeting.

All Tourist Development Council Meetings are open to the public and one or more County Commissioners may be in attendance.

ADA ASSISTANCE: If you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodations in order to participate in this proceeding, 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”.

Publish: November 26, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF INTENT TO USE UNIFORM METHOD OF COLLECTING NON-AD VALOREM ASSESSMENTS Monroe County, Florida (the “County”) hereby provides notice, pursuant to section 197.3632(3)(a), Florida Statutes, of its intent to use the uniform method of collecting non-ad valorem special assessments to be levied within the County, for the cost of providing roadway improvements, and sea level rise improvements commencing for the Fiscal

LEGAL NOTICES Year beginning on October 1, 2021 and continuing until discontinued by the County.

The County will consider the adoption of a resolution electing to use the uniform method of collecting such assessments authorized by section 197.3632, Florida Statutes, at a public hearing to be held at 1:30 P.M. on December 9, 2020 at the Commission Chambers, Murray Nelson Government Center BOCC Room, 102050 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, Florida and via Communication Technology Technology (“CMT”), using a Zoom webinar platform as set forth in more detail below.

Such resolution will state the need for the levy and will contain a legal description of the boundaries of the real property subject to the levy.

Copies of the proposed form of resolution, which contains the legal description of the real property subject to the levy, are on file at the Clerk of the Courts, 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, Florida. All interested persons are invited to attend.

Due to COVID-19 and in consideration of the Center for Disease Control (“CDC”) social-distancing guidelines established to contain the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the December 9, 2020, Public Hearing will also be conducted via Communication Media Technology (“CMT”), using a Zoom Webinar platform @ https://mcbocc.zoom. us/j/96823206145. The County will provide updates for changing directives for Local Government Public Meetings on the County Website at: www.MonroeCounty-FL.Gov. Below are the various options available to the public to view the live meeting and/or to make public comments on the public hearing.

The public can comment during the live Public Hearing either by phoning in or by connecting to the live Zoom webinar link using the following instructions: a) To comment on an item by phone: Dial (646) 518-9805 or (669) 900-6833 and, when prompted, enter the Webinar ID# 968 2320 6145 followed by the # key, then *9 to “Raise your hand” to be recognized by the Zoom webinar host. b) To comment on an item using the live Zoom webinar link: Open this live Zoom webinar link @ https://mcbocc.zoom. us/j/96823206145 (that also appears in both the published Agenda and Agenda Packet).

When prompted, enter your email address and name to join the webinar. When the Mayor calls for speakers on the item(s) on which you wish to comment, or when the Board is nearing your item(s) as the meeting progresses, select the “Raised Hand” feature that appears at the bottom of the Zoom webinar screen, to be recognized by the Zoom webinar host.

The Zoom Webinar monitor will request the agenda item # on which you wish to comment and will enable your participation when the Mayor calls for public speakers on your item. To report problems with the broadcast, please call: (305) 872-8831.

A person may submit written or other physical evidence on a particular agenda item for consideration at the BOCC meeting to: Lindsey Ballard, via email to: ballard-lindsey@ monroecounty-fl.gov, or by mail to: County Administrator’s Office, 1100 Simonton Street, Suite 205, Key West, FL 33040.

The documents must be received by 3:00 P.M. on Monday, December 7, 2020, and must include the submitter’s name, address, phone number, email address, and the agenda item number to which the documents refer.

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to any matter relating to the consideration of the resolution at the above-referenced public hearing, a record of the proceeding may be needed and in such an event, such person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the public hearing is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence on which the appeal is to be based. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing a special accommodation or an interpreter to participate in this proceeding should contact the County Administrator’s Office at (305) 292-4441, between the hours of 8:30 A.M and 5:00 P.M. prior to the date of the hearing; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call “711”. Live Closed Captioning is available via our web portal @ http:// monroecountyfl.iqm2.com/ Citizens/Default.aspx for meetings of the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners.

Dated at Key West, Florida, this 3rd day of November 2020.

KEVIN MADOK, Clerk of the Circuit Court and ex officio Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida Publish: November 12, 19, 26 & December 3, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers

968 2320 6145 followed by the # key, then *9 to “Raise your hand” to be recognized by the Zoom webinar host. b) To comment on an item using the live Zoom webinar link: Open this live Zoom webinar link @ https://mcbocc.zoom. us/j/96823206145 (that also appears in both the published Agenda and Agenda Packet).

When prompted, enter your email address and name to join the webinar. When the Mayor calls for speakers on the item(s) on which you wish to comment, or when the Board is nearing your item(s) as the meeting progresses, select the “Raised Hand” feature that appears at the bottom of the Zoom webinar screen, to be recognized by the Zoom webinar host.

The Zoom Webinar monitor will request the agenda item # on which you wish to comment and will enable your participation when the Mayor calls for public speakers on your item. To report problems with the broadcast, please call: (305) 872-8831.

A person may submit written or other physical evidence on a particular agenda item for consideration at the BOCC meeting to: Lindsey Ballard, via email to: ballard-lindsey@ monroecounty-fl.gov, or by mail to: County Administrator’s Office, 1100 Simonton Street, Suite 205, Key West, FL 33040.

The documents must be received by 3:00 P.M. on Friday, December 4, 2020, and must include the submitter’s name, address, phone number, email address, and the agenda item number to which the documents refer.

Pursuant to Section 286.0105, F.S., if a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Board 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.

ADA Assistance: In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person needing a special accommodation or an interpreter to participate in this proceeding should contact the County Administrator’s office at (305) 292-4441, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., no later than five (5) days prior to the date of the hearing. If you are hearing or voice impaired, call ‘711.’

KEVIN MADOK, Clerk of the Circuit Court and ex officio Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida Publish: November 12, 19, 26 & December 3, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers

TO PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS THAT REQUIRE INSPECTIONS EVERY 180 DAYS TO MAINTAIN A BUILDING PERMIT’S VALIDITY TO BE CONSISTENT WITH THE FLORIDA BUILDING CODE (FBC) AND OTHER PERMIT TYPES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF CONFLICTING PROVISIONS; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE MONROE COUNTY CODE; PROVIDING FOR TRANSMITTAL TO THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Due to COVID-19 and in consideration of that certain Resolution adopted as Item R-6 at the Board’s November 17, 2020, public meeting and the Center for Disease Control (CDC) social distancing guidelines established to contain the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the December 9, 2020, public hearing will also be conducted via CMT using a Zoom Webinar platform @ https://mcbocc. zoom.us/j/96823206145. The County will provide updates for changing directives for Local Government Public Meetings on the County Website at: www.MonroeCounty-FL.Gov. Below are the various options available to the public to view the live meeting and/or to make public comments on the public hearing.

The public can comment during the live Public Hearing either by phoning in or by connecting to the live Zoom webinar link using the following instructions: a) To comment on an item by phone: Dial (646) 518-9805 or (669) 900-6833 and, when prompted, enter the Webinar ID# 968 2320 6145 followed by the # key, then *9 to “Raise your hand” to be recognized by the Zoom webinar host. b) To comment on an item using the live Zoom webinar link: Open this live Zoom webinar link @ https:// mcbocc.zoom.us/j/96823206145 (that also appears in both the published Agenda and Agenda Packet). When prompted, enter your email address and name to join the webinar. When the Mayor calls for speakers on the item(s) on which you wish to comment, or when the Board is nearing your item(s) as the meeting progresses, select the “Raised Hand” feature that appears at the bottom of the Zoom webinar screen, to be recognized by the Zoom webinar host. The Zoom Webinar monitor will request the agenda item # on which you wish to comment and will enable your participation when the Mayor calls for public speakers on your item. To report problems with the broadcast, please call: (305) 872-8831.

A person may submit written or other physical evidence on a particular agenda item for consideration at the BOCC meeting to: Lindsey Ballard, via email to: ballard-lindsey@ monroecounty-fl.gov, or by mail to: County Administrator’s Office, 1100 Simonton Street, Suite 205, Key West, FL 33040. The documents must be received by 3:00 P.M. on Friday, December 4, 2020, and must include the submitter’s name, address, phone number, email address, and the agenda item number to which the documents refer.

Pursuant to Section 286.0105, F.S., if a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Board 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.

ADA ASSISTANCE: If you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodations in order to participate in this proceeding, 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”. Live Closed Captioning is available via our web portal @ http://monroecountyfl. iqm2.com for meetings of the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners.

Dated at Key West, Florida, this 19th day of November, 2020.

KEVIN MADOK, Clerk of the Circuit Court and ex officio Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida Publish: November 26, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers

b) To comment on an item using the live Zoom webinar link: Open this live Zoom webinar link @ https://mcbocc.zoom. us/j/96823206145 (that also appears in both the published Agenda and Agenda Packet).

When prompted, enter your email address and name to join the webinar. When the Mayor calls for speakers on the item(s) on which you wish to comment, or when the Board is nearing your item(s) as the meeting progresses, select the “Raised Hand” feature that appears at the bottom of the Zoom webinar screen to be recognized by the Zoom webinar host.

The Zoom webinar host will request the item # on which you wish to speak and enable your participation when the Mayor calls for public speakers on your item. To report problems with the broadcast or participation in the Zoom webinar, please call (305) 872-8831.

Pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, notice is given that if a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at such hearings or meetings, he will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

ADA ASSISTANCE: If you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodations in order to participate in this proceeding, please contact the County Administrator’s Office, by phoning (305) 2924441, between the hours of 8:30a.m.—5:00p.m., prior to the scheduled meeting; if you are hearing or voice-impaired, call “711”. Live Closed-Captioning is available via our web portal @ http://monroecountyfl.iqm2. com/Citizens/Default.aspx for meetings of the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners.

Dated at Key West, Florida, this 20th day of November, 2020.

KEVIN MADOK, Clerk of the Circuit Court and ex officio Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida Publish: November 26, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers

733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOT WITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATED OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is November 26, 2020.

Personal Representative: Brian W. Stewart 4372 Stockton Court Marietta, Georgia 30066 Attorney for Personal Representative: JoAnn F. Kucklick, Esq. Florida Bar No. 991317 PO Bo 56376 Jacksonville, FL 32241 Telephone: (904) 719-8334 Publish: November 26 & December 3, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers

estate of Robert Scott Kirby, deceased, whose date of death was October 8, 2020, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida 33050. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is: November 26, 2020.

Personal Representative: Robert S. Kirby, Jr. 134A New Leaf Lane Hot Springs, Arkansas 71913 Attorney for Personal Representative: Robert K. Miller, Esq. Florida Bar Number: 359173 Cunningham Miller Rhyne PA 10075 Overseas Hwy PO Box 500938 Marathon, FL 33050 Telephone: (305) 743-9428 Fax: (305) 743-8800 E-mail: service@floridakeyslaw. com Secondary E-Mail: rmiller@ floridakeyslaw.com Publish: November 26 & December 3, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF INTENTION TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF COUNTY RESOLUTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN that on December 9, 2020, at 1:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as may be heard, at the Murray Nelson Center, 102050 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL 33037, and also via Communication Media Technology (CMT) using a Zoom webinar as described below, the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida, will hold a public hearing to consider approval of the following County resolution: A RESOLUTION OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA ANNOUNCING NOTICE OF INTENT TO USE THE UNIFORM METHOD OF COLLECTING NON-AD VALOREM SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS LEVIED WITHIN THE COUNTY BEGINNING WITH THE TAX BILL ISSUED IN NOVEMBER 2021 FOR CANAL RESTORATION PROJECTS ON CANALS 82, 83 AND 84 IN KEY LARGO; STATING A NEED FOR SUCH LEVY; PROVIDING FOR THE MAILING OF THIS RESOLUTION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A full copy of the resolution including the legal description of the properties affected may be obtained by calling the Monroe County Attorney’s Office at (305) 292-3470.

Due to COVID-19 and in consideration of the Center for Disease Control (“CDC”) social-distancing guidelines established to contain the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the December 9, 2020, Public Hearing will also be conducted via Communication Media Technology (“CMT”), using a Zoom Webinar platform @ https://mcbocc.zoom. us/j/96823206145. The County will provide updates for changing directives for Local Government Public Meetings on the County Website at: www.MonroeCounty-FL.Gov. Below are the various options available to the public to view the live meeting and/or to make public comments on the public hearing.

The public can comment during the live Public Hearing either by phoning in or by connecting to the live Zoom webinar link using the following instructions: a) To comment on an item by phone: Dial (646) 518-9805 or (669) 900-6833 and, when prompted, enter the Webinar ID#

NOTICE OF INTENTION TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF COUNTY ORDINANCE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN that on December 9, 2020 at 1:30 P.M. or as soon thereafter as may be heard, the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida, at the Murray Nelson Government Center, 102050 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL 33037, and also via Communications Media Technology (CMT) using a Zoom webinar as described below, intends to consider the adoption of the following County ordinance: AN ORDINANCE BY THE MONROE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AMENDING MONROE COUNTY CODE SECTION 6-103, ELIMINATING THE 60-DAY PERMIT EXPIRATION FOR DEMOLITION PERMITS; THE INABILITY OF THE BUILDING OFFICIAL TO EXTEND A DEMOLITION PERMIT; AND OUTDATED WORDING RELATED

NOTICE OF INTENTION TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF COUNTY ORDINANCE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN that on December 9, 2020, at 1:30 P.M., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, at the Nelson Government Center, 102050 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, Florida, the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida, intends to consider possible amendments to the following County ordinance, the County’s mark ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 032-2020 AN UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE

BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 014-2020, AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCE 022-2020 AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCE 024-2020 AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCE 026-2020, TO MANDATE THAT INDIVIDUALS WEAR A FACE COVERING IN PUBLIC IN CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES; ESTABLISHING A MINIMUM COUNTY-WIDE REQUIREMENT, EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT OF A MUNICIPAL ORDINANCE IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR DISPOSITION OF FINES BY THE CLERK; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF ALL ORDINANCES INCONSISTENT HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR TRANSMITTAL TO THE SECRETARY OF STATE AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE AND SUNSET DATE. The public can participate in the December 9, 2020, meeting of the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, FL via Communication Media Technology (“CMT”) using a Zoom Webinar platform by following the detailed instructions below. The public is strongly encouraged to watch the meeting on Monroe County’s MCTV on Comcast Channel 76, AT&T U-verse Channel 99 or on the County’s web portal @ http://monroecountyfl.iqm2. com/Citizens/Default.aspx.

Simply select the “Watch Live” banner to view the live meeting with live closed-captioning on an integrated page that includes the Agenda and Agenda Backup.

If a citizen has a Roku device, they can search for and add “MCTV” to their personal lineup.

Monroe County’s “MCTV” is also provided via the Monroe County mobile apps for iOS and Android and through our streaming web portal @ https://monroe-fl.vod.castus.tv/ vod/?live=ch1&nav=live.

Citizens can listen to audio-only from their phones by dialing (646) 518-9805 or (669) 9006833 and, when prompted, enter the Webinar ID 968 2320 6145 followed by the # key.

The public can comment during the live Public Hearing either by phoning in or by connecting to the live Zoom webinar link using the following instructions: a) To comment on an item by phone: Dial (646) 518-9805 or (669) 900-6833 and, when prompted, enter the Webinar ID 968 2320 6145 followed by the # key, then *9 to “Raise your Hand” to be recognized by the Zoom webinar host.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION CASE NO.: 20-CP-000260-K IN RE: THE ESTATE OF KEVIN LEE STEWART, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Kevin Lee Stewart, deceased, whose date of death was October 8, 2020, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, Florida 33040. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE 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.: 20-CP-000070-M IN RE: ESTATE OF ROBERT PERRY, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of ROBERT PERRY, deceased, whose date of death was August 2, 2020, is pending in the Circuit Court for MONROE County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida 33050. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is: November 26, 2020.

Personal Representative: Joseph M. Perry 499 M-72 Kalkaska, Michigan 49646-8570 Attorney for Personal Representative: Robert K. Miller, Esq. Florida Bar Number: 359173 Cunningham Miller Rhyne PA 10075 Overseas Hwy PO Box 500938 Marathon, FL 33050 Telephone: (305) 743-9428 Fax: (305) 743-8800 E-mail: Service@FloridaKeysLaw. com Secondary E-Mail: RMiller@ FloridaKeysLaw.com Publish: November 26 & December 3, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 20-CP-80-M IN RE: ESTATE OF ROBERT SCOTT KIRBY, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 2020-CP-92-P IN RE: ESTATE OF WALTER F. BERSTLER JR. Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of WALTER F. BERSTLER JR., deceased, whose date of death was March 24, 2020, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, Plantation Key, FL 33070. The 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

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THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is: November 19, 2020.

Co-Personal Representative: WALTER F. BERSTLER III. 230 S Dillwyn Rd, Newark, DE 19711 Co-Personal Representative: CARLEE D. MOKSHEFSKY 506 Schick Rd., Aston, PA 19014 Attorney for Personal Representative: Urban J. W. Patterson, Esq. Email: ujwplaw@gmail.com Secondary Email: ujwplawfirm@ yahoo.com Florida Bar Number: 382035 Urban J. W. Patterson, P.A. P.O. Box 783 Islamorada, FL 33036 Telephone: 305-664-5065 Publish: November 19 & 26, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers

WILLIAM A. MULLEN, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of William A. Mullen, deceased, whose date of death was September 5, 2019, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, Plantation Key, FL 33070. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is: November 19, 2020.

Personal Representative: Douglas A. Mullen 515 E. Carefree Highway, No. 1047 Phoenix, AZ 85085 Attorney for Personal Representative: Jerome L. Wolf, Esq. Attorney for Douglas A. Mullen Florida Bar Number: 399302 KATZ BASKIES & WOLF PLLC 3020 North Military Trail Suite 100 BOCA RATON, FL 33431 Telephone: (561) 910-5700 Fax: (561) 910-5701 E-Mail: jerry.wolf@katzbaskies. com Secondary E-Mail: eservice@ katzbaskies.com Publish: November 19 & 26, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers

pages 1215, et seq. Public Records, Monroe County, Florida.

Based upon default in assessment payments and pursuant to the Claim of Lien of FLORIDA BAY CLUB CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC., a Florida not-for-profit corporation, recorded at O.R. Book 3032, Page 1022, in the Public Records of Monroe County, Florida.

STAACK, SIMMS & REIGHARD, PLLC, d/b/a TIMESHARE TRUSTEE™ WILL CONDUCT A SALE OF EACH AND EVERY UNIT WEEK LISTED BELOW BEGINNING AT 9:00 A.M. ON DECEMBER 22, 2020, AT 103500 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, Florida 33037.

Unit-Week Owner Name Co-Owner Name Address, City, State, Zip Default Year Amount Due Per Diem A05-47 Sophia Fite 135 Raven Hollow Dr., North Wales, PA 19454 2018 $6,105.48 3.05274 B02-01 Dewey H. Meeks III Erin D. Meeks 1110 Maikai Dr., Merritt Island, FL 32953 2019 $6,040.58 3.02029 A08-31 Bernard L. Kwakernaat Anahit Kwakernaat 4243 Charing Cross Rd. Sarasota, FL 34241 2019 $6,040.58 3.02029 B06-45 Luis I. Garrido Flor M. Garrido 18391 NW 76th Pl. Hialeah, FL 33015 2018 $7,028.60 3.5143 C02-52 James C. Hauser Charlene E. Hauser 4448 SW 27th Ave. Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312 2019 $6,040.58 3.02029 A10-35 Thomas E. Pinger Margaret E. Pinger 457 E. Glaucus St. Encinitas, CA 92024 2018 $7,028.60 3.5143 A10-35 James Doyle Tina Doyle 182 Central Ave. Deer Park, NY 11729 2018 $7,028.60 3.5143 Obligors and junior lienholders listed above may cure the default and redeem the timeshare interest by paying the amounts secured by the

Association’s lien on their unit week(s) as stated above, together with trustee’s fees and interest through the date of payment in cash or certified funds to TIMESHARE TRUSTEE™ at any time prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Sale on the above date.GOVERN YOURSELVES ACCORDINGLY. STAACK, SIMMS & REIGHARD PLLC, d/b/a TIMESHARE TRUSTEE™ 900 DREW STREET, SUITE 1 CLEARWATER, FL 33755 PHONE: (727) 441-2635 FAX: (727) 461-4836 Website:www.staacklaw.com Publish: November 19 & 26, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers

ALL YEARS! Junk or Used.

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

CDL Driver needed.

Minimum 2 years experience.

Call 305248-6149 to apply.

various large supermarkets.

These positions will be full time and be eligible for a benefits package. Apply within at 3390 Gulfview Avenue, Marathon

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 20-CA-000063-K DIVISION: Civil Sunset Harbor Resort Condominium Association, Inc., a nonprofit corporation under the laws of the State of Florida, Plaintiff, vs.

Paula C. Quilitzsch, et al.

Defendants.

Notice of Sale as to Count(s) I Notice is hereby given that on December 7, 2020 at 11:00AM, the below named Clerk of Court will, at 500 Whitehead Street, Monroe County, in the City of Key West, Florida, offer for sale and sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for CASH the following described Timeshare Ownership Interest: Unit 213, Week 46, 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”).

(Contract No.: 1-1789) Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from this sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a claim before the clerk reports the surplus as unclaimed.

The sale is being held pursuant to the Order to Reschedule Sale, entered on November 6, 2020, in Civil Case No. 20-CA-000063-K, pending in the Circuit Court in Monroe County, Florida.

WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 17TH day of November, 2020 KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Shonta McLeod Deputy Clerk Publish: November 19 & 26, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers

1997 Grady White 209 Escape 21’ center console.

New custom T-top, new rub rails. Brand new electronics and switches. 2 stroke Mercury outboard. $16,000 OBO Located in Marathon.

Call 305-481-1463

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 20-CP-000098-P IN RE: ESTATE OF CYNTHIA DROPKIN DEXTER, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Cynthia Dropkin Dexter, deceased, whose date of death was June 14, 2020, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Plantation Key Courthouse, 88820 Overseas Highway, Tavernier, 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: November 19, 2020.

Personal Representative: Zeb Dropkin 5660 Strand Ct., A32 Naples, Florida 33410 Attorney for Personal Representative: Justin Stivers Email Addresses: service@probatefirm.com paralegal@probatefirm.com Florida Bar No. 109585 The Probate Law Firm 1395 Brickell Avenue, Suite 800 Miami, FL 33131 Telephone: 305-456-3255 Publish: November 19 & 26, 2020 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 20-CP-000103-P IN RE: ESTATE OF

NOTICE OF SALE To: All members of the general public including all persons listed below, record owners, their heirs, guardians and assigns, of the unit week(s) as showing thereon, all located in and governed by that certain: Declaration of Condominium for FLORIDA BAY CLUB OF KEY LARGO, a condominium, recorded in O.R. Book 871 at

AUTOS FOR SALE 2001 XK8 Jaguar Red Convertible. 74k miles.

Excellent condition.

Located in Upper Keys. $6,000 Call 305-766-6804 SOLD IN LESS THAN TWO WEEKS!!

BOATS FOR SALE

Place your Boat For Sale ad here. Only $25.00/ week for up to five lines of copy. Call 305-743-0844 today and Sell Your Boat!

EMPLOYMENT Project Manager/ Coordinator needed in Upper Keys. Must have own transportation. Some computer experience a plus. Call 305-852-3002

Serve/Bartend on the ocean FT/PT Ocean front private swim club is seeking customer service oriented Server/Bartender.

Serve on pool deck, beach and/or bar lounge. Open year round, 10am-7pm daily. Full time/Part time.

Small friendly staff. Above average hourly wage plus tips. Apply in person at Cabana Club, 425 E. Ocean Dr. Key Colony Beach or call April (305) 393-0631.

Looking for a daycare teacher. Will get trained and certified through the daycare if needed. MonFri Full time position avail.

Contact Banana Cabana Academy at banana. cabana@att.net with resume or call 305-745-1400 to schedule an interview.

Seeking Security Guard in Middle Keys. FT & PT $20/hr.

Must have security license.

Call Ralons Security 7 8 6 - 6 1 5 - 5 5 2 2 Keys Fisheries looking to hire pie makers, process food workers, lobster processors and fork-lift driver to expand the production of the products that we are now selling to

Bridge Operator position available in the Snake Creek Drawbridge, located in Islamorada.

Paid training will be provided.

Payrate: $10.50/hr. Email resume to jschultz@ fdi.team or call Jeff Schultz at 708-214-0311.

Boat rental company in Marathon needs mechanic with knowledge of outboard motors Call 305-481-7006 City of Marathon - Job O p e n i n g : Street Maintenance.

EOE, FULL BENEFITS www.ci.marathon.fl.us Come Join Our Family and Have Fun At Work! Hiring: Host, Hostess & Servers Full &/or part-time. AM & PM Shifts. Apply in person at Castaway Restaurant, end of 15th Street, Oceanside, Marathon or email: lobstercrawl@gmail.com.

Place your Employment ad here. Only $25.00/week for up to five lines of copy.

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INTELLIGENCE ANALYST-MARATHON

Public Bidding Online @ Proxibid.Com/TobyNeverett In-Person bidding is INVITATION ONLY!

Our Intelligence Analyst functions in support of Monroe County Sheriff’s Office HIDTA investigations. Work involves On-Line queries using commercial and proprietary databases to identify criminal activity. Also, preparation of subpoenas, organizational charts and timelines. Ability to accurately analyze and evaluate large volume of information required.

For Private Showing or to Request an Invitation call Toby @ the number below.

Bachelor’s degree and two years of related experience. Salary $48,985.00. Applicants must fill out preliminary application at www.keysso.net . Email resumes to cslebodnick@keysso.net or fax to (305) 292-7159. Contact Charles Slebodnick at (305) 292-7044. EOE/AAP

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ho remembers the days of cable television with the “Flintstones” and “Bugs Bunny,” the original Chia Pet commercial, the VCR tapes and those cellular phones that had an antenna? Oh, how the times have changed.

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KAREN NEWFIELD ... a reader and now a writer, has hundreds of book reviews at: www. readingandeating.com. For questions and comments, email karen@newfield. org.

MARATHON WEEKLY / NOVEMBER 26, 2020

THE GRATEFUL READER

IF FOOTBALL ISN’T YOUR THING, HERE ARE SOME GREAT THANKSGIVING READS

T

his is not the year to get everything you want. This is the year to appreciate everything you have. These incredible stories of hope, love and faith will inspire you to stay focused on the abundance that is already present in your life. Reading is the gift to fill this holiday season.

THE MIDNIGHT LIBRARY

By Matt Haig Nora Seed faces a life-and-death decision. Her dreams have been shattered repeatedly. Family disappeared. Friends long gone.

There is nothing left to live for — or so she thinks. One night Nora enters the Midnight Library. Her sweet childhood school librarian, Mrs. Elm, greets her as if no time has passed at all. Each book in this cavernous room is filled with the life Nora could have had, her alternate universes. An Olympic swimmer, rock star or simply falling in love. While disappointment overwhelmed her in the present, every missed opportunity could have led to happiness. As Nora faces the ups and downs of her past decisions she accepts the challenge to find her best life. It is never too late to appreciate what you may have had in your hand all along.

LOVE YOUR LIFE

By Sophie Kinsella Ava believes in true love. While her friends in London obsess over swiping in the latest dating app, she knows her soulmate is out there waiting to meet her.

Ava joins a weeklong writing retreat in a charming Italian monastery. She is determined to focus on her novel and soak up the delicious food and sunshine.

The attendees do not use their real names, nor do they talk about their home life. Ava falls madly in love with a fellow attendee named Dutch. As soon as they begin to explore what life is like outside their little bubble, all the things Ava feared come crashing down. Along with her quirky friends and devious dog, Harold, this high-strung young woman will take you on the perfect laugh-out-loud romantic adventure.

A BORROWED LIFE

By Kerry Anne King Mrs. Elizabeth Lightsey has been the pastor’s wife for the majority of her adult life. As a young girl from a troubled home, she was happy to attract the attention of Thomas. When this handsome man of the church proposed, she envisioned a respectable life filled with the love of an entire congregation. Through the years it became impossible to know who the real Liz was any more. When Thomas unexpectedly dies, Liz is more relieved than sad. Thomas’ verbal abuse had worn her down for the last 26 years. Liz tries to repair her relationship with Abigail, the daughter she regrets was molded in Thomas’s eyes. She is determined to do whatever it takes to rediscover her passions through the community theater, new friends and throwing her mattress to the curb. At almost 50 years old, it’s finally time to find faith in herself.

A KNOCK AT MIDNIGHT

By Brittany K. Barnett Brittany K. Barnett is an American heroine. Those of us who are unaware of her mission and the widespread atrocities she is up against will be shocked by the horrors within the system.

Brittany grew up in the South.

Her family didn’t have much, but was filled with love and support even when times were tough. As a law student at SMU, Brittany dove deeply into cases of wrongful incarceration and draconian judicial structures that left thousands serving life sentences with no parole. She met with prisoners and their families fighting for them as if they were her own. This corporate lawyer worked pro bono every moment she could squeeze out of her day to fight for freedom and second chances. Brittany’s words of hope will remain with you long after the final page.

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC && LEGAL NOTICES • • 305.743.0844 • CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC LEGAL NOTICES 305.743.0844 EMPLOYMENT Digital Marketing Consultant needed. Great growth opportunities.

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“Uplifting the human spirit since 1973”

The Turtle Hospital in Marathon Immediate openings: full and part-time Educational Program Guides/Gift Shop Sales. Public speaking & retail sales experience helpful. $12.00/hour to start Send resume to: turtlehosp@aol.com

HOUSING FOR RENT Trailer For Rent - 1BR/1BA 28' trailer w/slide-out. $1,200/month F/L/$600 security. Includes parking, Wi-Fi, Direct TV, water & garbage, you pay electric.

No pets. No smoking.

Background check required.

Come in person to view property Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. 2525 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050

OFFICE SPACE Beautiful Office Space available for rent now on US1 in Tavernier @ MM92. Call 305-394-0530 Place your Office Space For Rent ad here. Only $25.00/week for up to five lines of copy.

Call 305-743-0844 today and rent your space!

YARD SALES A BIG Treasures & Trash Yard Sale - Rain or Shine - This Fri & Sat from 8am3pm and Sunday from 10am-2pm. Something for everyone. Bargains galore.

All must go! 419 Sombrero Beach Road- Mask Required.

IS HIRING!

RESTAURANT HOST

Behavioral Health Counselor Client Advocate

SERVERS BARTENDERS FOOD RUNNER PUBLIC AREA ATTENDANT

ROOM ATTENDANTS BELLMEN FLORIDA KEYS DIESEL - MARATHON

NOW HIRING: Diesel Technician position available.

Competitive compensation package. Experience in the marine field preferred but not necessary. Experience with Caterpillar and Cummins Marine Engines a plus.

Diesel Mechanic Assistant position available.

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Qualified applicants please call 305-289-2070 or email resume to neil@allkeysdiesel.com . Drug Free and valid Drivers License a must.

Bungalows Key Largo is an EOE

Place your Home For Rent ad here. Only $25.00/ week for up to five lines of copy. Call 305-743-0844 today and rent your house!

Long-term, 2BR/2BA Condo in Key Colony Beach. Furnished, screened patio, includes water, sewer, basic cable and ocean accessibility. $2,000/ month Call 716-913-3576 RENTED IN LESS THAN TWO WEEKS!!!

NOW HIRING

LAUNDRY ATTENDANT

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Old Model Military Clocks & W a t c h e s .

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KEY LARGO KEY WEST

Case Manager (Forensic, Adult) Substance Abuse Counselor Behavioral Health Counselor (Children) Behavioral Health Therapist (Adult) FL LCSW,LMHC, LMFT Engagement Specialist (Suicide Prevention) Crisis Counselor

MARATHON

Behavioral Health Counselor Care Coordinator Behavioral Health Therapist (Children) RNs and LPNs (3 shifts) (PT/FT & per diem) Peer Support Specialist Drop In Technician (PT) Driver (CDL preferred) *Assisted Living Direct Care Worker (PT/FT) *Behavioral Health Technicians (3 shifts) (PT/FT & per diem) *Night Monitor (FREE HOUSING!!!!) *No experience necessary. Will train.

A caring heart & helpful hands required.

Ability to work some evening or weekend shifts a plus.

If you’ve wanted to get into the medical field but don’t have the education, this is the job for you!

Background and drug screen req.

GREAT BENEFITS! Check out all available positions at: www.westcare.com EEOC/DFWP

MARATHON GARBAGE SERVICE

FULL TIME OPENING LINE SERVICE PERSONNEL Greet and fuel aircraft Prior aviation experience preferred Clean driving record required Competitive wages, excellent benefits, and a fun work environment

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

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

SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS NEEDED! Monroe County School District

Salary $17.15 – $24.15/hour Key West, Sugarloaf, Marathon and Upper Keys (4 work locations) No Experience Required, Benefits, CDL Training Provided – work as a Bus Aide while training, Full Time or Flexible, Part Time Hours - 6 to 9 am or 1 or 2 to 5 pm Apply online: www.keysschools.com

NOW HIRING

Marathon, Big Pine Key & Stock Island Locations $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.

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LET’S DO BUSINESS - 305.743-0844 GENERAL CONTRACTORS & ENGINEERS

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Will Campbell President

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

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LET’S DO BUSINESS - 305.743.0844 Petersen Repair & Maintenance

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We Also Repair & Replace Patio Door Screens

Realtor 305-393-9010 karenraspe@bellsouth.net

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LIVE $10.00 A POUND TAILS $10.00 EACH

STONE CRABS ON REQUEST

Barbara Sanchez Home & Offices Expertly Cleaned Fast Dependable Service “We Clean Your Place, Like it Was Our Place”

When It Rains It Pours!

Excellent References Upon Request

Need 7” Gutters? We have 6” & 7” Seamless • Copper Specialists

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Manicures • Pedicures Acrylics • Gelish • Facials • Waxing

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Kitchen Cabinets Sales REAL Wood Cabinets at Particle Board Prices

SALES

JARED FRANK

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Lic# ENG II 305E

Butch and Barbara Hewlett

OWNER

(305) 289-1551 towboatusmarathon.com

Liz Samess Interiors

Design, Decorating, Drafting, & More…

Liz Samess Interior Designer

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

305-394-5530 bnbfishing@comcast.net 3900 Overseas Hwy, Marathon FL 33050

Marathon, FL 33050

KitchenKorner/Fred's Beds 1333 O/S Hwy, MM 53.5 • 305-743-7277

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KORNETTI REALTOR ®

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Jody Owen, P.A. 305-923-1902

Lynn B. Lucas, P.A. 305-393-0559

jodyowen@me.com

To all of our Buyers and Sellers, we appreciate you and your business. It’s only because of you that we have SOLD over $31 Million so far in 2020 and we are very thankful and wish you all a Safe, Healthy and Happy Thanksgiving Day! SOLD SOLD SOLD

12399 Overseas Hwy Slip 31 235 W Seaview Dr 6303 Gulf Of Mexico Blvd

SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD

5109 Sunset Village Dr 9 Sombrero Blvd 103 5047 Sunset Village Dr 512 28Th Street Ocean 117 Coco Plum Dr # E1 114 Cutthroat Dr 8260 Aviation Blvd 28548 John Silver Rd 2701 Yellowtail Ave 305 50Th Street Ocean St 2020 Yellowtail Ave 95 Seaview Ave 2240 Yellowtail Ave 1531 Grouper Dr 1161 91st St Ocean 1099 Copa D Oro 600 Calle De Luna 102 N Indies Dr 57967 Morton St 543 La Fitte Rd 864 Copa D Oro 402 Harbour Dr (10/2020) 402 Harbour Dr (2/2020) 301 Ixora Dr 710 92nd Street Ocean 1115 Sombrero Blvd #305

lynn@keyshomehunter.com

7006 Harbor Village, Hawk’s Cay

2/2 ● 900 SF ● Spa Villa Unit ● Active Rental Large Waterfront Patio ● Beautiful Canal Views Updated Kitchen ● In-ground Spa ● Great investment property MLS# 592256 ● Offered at $417,000

235 W Seaview Dr., Duck Key

4/3 ● 1,740 SF ● Open Floor Plan w/ Split Bedroom Layout Large porch ● All Impact Resistant Windows & Doors ● 9’ Ceilings Tile Flooring ● Stainless Appliances ● Soft Close Cabinetry MLS# 592627 ● Offered at $695,000

330 Cocoanut Ave., Grassy Key

2/2 ● 960 SF ● Complete Privacy ● New Roof in 2018 Large Walk-in Closet ● Wrap-around decks and porches Large Storage ● Garage ● Pantry ● Call for Appointment MLS# 592935 ● Offered at $435,000

185 13th St., Key Colony Beach

3/2 ● 2,126 SF ● Concrete construction ● updated Kitchen Tile Flooring ● In-ground Pool ● 53’ Dock w/ Lift Screened Porch ● Garage ● Laundry ● Would be a great Rental MLS# 589655 ● Offered at $1,259,000

102 Sunrise Dr., Sunrise Isle, Marathon

BEACHFRONT with endless Atlantic views. This 4 bed home is located on a gated Sunrise Isle of only 20 home sites and overlooks a sandy beach on one side and protected canal dockage on the other. On the main level is the open concept kitchen w/ breakfast nook, formal dining room completed w/ wainscoting, large living room w/ two story windows offering breathtaking views from every angle, two guest suites w/ private balconies, a half bath and laundry. The top floor hosts the master suite w/ large custom bath with views, sitting room, mezzanine office space w/ fireplace and another guest suite w/ private balconies. Amenities include: 98' dockage, marble and hardwood flooring, impact windows/doors, custom heated pool, elevator, whole house generator, lg. garage & storage, and much more.

4/4.1 ● 4,440 SF ● MLS# 593160 ● Offered at $3,185,000

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