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Tesla electric cars are hitting the car-rental company Hertz’s fleet soon. Hertz ordered 100,000 of the vehicles to rent them out in major U.S. markets and parts of Europe beginning in November, according to Bloomberg. It’s the largest electric vehicle order of all time. The order is reportedly worth $4.2 billion for the fleet, which will likely be Models 3s.

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SLIGHT SHIFTS Redistricting proposal moves more voters to District 3 JIM McCARTHY

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onroe County Commission’s district lines are slightly shifting due to new census data that shows more people living in the Keys and a state law requiring a redistricting every 10 years.

Per the latest maps, district 2 in the Lower Keys and district 3 in Key West would add voters.

Shifts in voter population are also seen in district 1 in Key West, district 4 in Islamorada and district 5 in Tavernier.

Monroe County Commissioners were unanimous in their approval of new, preliminary maps at the Oct. 20 meeting in Marathon. The 2020 census brought the Keys’ population to 82,847 as of April 2020. That’s an increase of 9,757 people from the 2010 census.

County Attorney Bob Shillinger said census data usually comes in mid-year, but this time it came on Oct. 4. By the next day, Oct. 5, planning staff had draft maps ready in time to meet the Oct. 5 deadline for inclusion on the Oct. 20 agenda.

The Florida Constitution requires counties to redistrict county commission districts after each decennial census. The state Legislature mandates that the process happen in an odd-numbered year to allow the setting of new districts before the next election cycle.

With the new data, the five districts should be around 16,569 people per district. The law requires that districts be contiguous, keep census blocks intact, and have less than a 10 percent deviation between the largest and smallest districts. The greatest deviation in population on the accepted maps is 3.29%.

District 3, currently held by County Commissioner Eddie Martinez, is the smallest per latest census. Key areas from District 1, represented

by Craig Cates, that Martinez’s district would pick up under the new redistricting proposal include Key West High School and Key West By the Sea Association on South Roosevelt Boulevard. The district would also add some northside sections from Sunset Drive to 17th Street. Proposed district boundary shifts would give District 3 an additional 811 people.

A proposed shift in boundaries would see people moved from District 2, represented by Mayor Michelle Coldiron, to Cates’ district 1. Shillinger said Coldiron’s district 2 has Rockland and Boca Chica Keys, and that it was drawn that way 10 years ago to balance districts. With population shifting, areas south of U.S. 1 on Boca Chica and Rockland will go to district 1.

Some 800 people would move from district 4, represented by David Rice and spanning from Marathon to Islamorada, to Coldiron’s district 2.

Specifically, Coldiron would pick up north sections from 64th to 106th streets. A final proposed shift would see 169 people moving from district 5, represented by Holly Raschein and spanning from Key Largo to upper parts of Plantation Key in Islamorada and a sliver of Tavernier, to district 4.

"It is impossible for any redistricting plan to attain 100 percent compliance with every guideline," Shillinger said. "Our staff balances the “It is impossible for individual any redistricting plan criteria to attain 100 percent with each compliance with every other using guideline.” Monroe population as the County Attorney Bob dominant Shillinger criteria."

Coldiron inquired about the county’s current, yet confusing district sequencing and if there was any way to fix that. District 3 represented by Martinez includes the west part of Key West, while Cates’ district 1 contains the east part of Key West, as well as Stock Island and Key Haven. As for district 2, it starts around Boca Chica heading north.

Shillinger said the numbers run west to east, meaning district 3 is the southernmost area, followed by districts 1, 2, 4 and 5.

“Tom Hambright (or) maybe somebody who’s been around for a long time can understand how we got to those numbers. They predated me,” Shillinger said. “There’s no easy way to resequence them completely.”

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D: 1 & 3

Shillinger added that state law has district 1, 3 and 5 running during presidential election years and district 2 and 4 running during gubernatorial years.

“Unless we had planned vacancies on the board, we’d be cutting out existing commissioners, basically saying these are the new maps, you don’t live in your district (and) forcing you to vacate your seat or move mid-term.

That seems to be a lot of effort just to get numbers to go 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.

“We’re not trying to fix the problem right now,” he continued. “We see it. Someday if we go to charter, maybe that would be the time to get that little issue right.”

Final adoption of the proposed maps will take place at the Dec. 8 board of county commissioner's meeting at the Murray Nelson Government Center in Key Largo. The process is required to be completed by Dec. 31.

D: 1 & 2

Districts 1 & 3: A map showing a proposed boundary shift between district 1, spanning from the east part of Key West, as well as Stock Island and Key Haven, that’s held by Commissioner Craig Cates, and district 3, the west part of Key West, represented by Eddie Martinez. MONROE COUNTY/Contributed

D: 2 & 4

Districts 1 & 2: A map showing a proposed boundary shift between district 1 and district 2.

Districts 2 and 4: A map showing a proposed shift in boundaries between district 2, spanning from Boca Chica through the north side of U.S. 1 to 63rd Street in Marathon, and district 4, running from Marathon through Plantation Key and a small west end of Tavernier.

Districts 4 and 5: A map showing a proposed boundary shift between district 4, which spans from Marathon through Plantation Key and a small west end of Tavernier, and district 5, which goes from Ocean Reef through Tavernier.

D: 4 & 5

Sylvia Earle speaks at FIU about exploration Famous oceanographer and NatGeo explorer-in-residence Sylvia Earle will speak on Monday, Nov. 1 at 4:30 p.m. at FIU (11200 SW 8th St. Miami, FL 33199). The event is free and open to the public. Earle, known as “Her Deepness,” was the first female chief scientist for NOAA and has led hundreds of research expeditions. Her time underwater exceeds 7,000 hours. She will share her insights from decades of exploration and conservation in the talk, which will touch upon South Florida ecosystems.

Art exhibit at Key Largo library Local artist and long-time Key Largo resident Claudia Moriarty will exhibit her work in the community room of the Key Largo library during November. She is an American impressionist who specializes in pastels and oils. She loves to paint plein air, as it creates a relationship with atmosphere, color, light and the environment.

Special meeting to discuss county transportation plan Monroe County Mayor Michelle Coldiron is calling a special Board of County Commissioners transportation master plan meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 3, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Marathon Government Center. The commissioners will review and prioritize potential transportation improvement projects within the Transportation Master Plan. The public may attend in person or using Zoom technology at www.monroecounty-fl.gov/specialmeetingnov3. The meeting can be viewed at www.monroecountyfl.gov/mctv and on Comcast channel 76, AT&T U-Verse channel 99, the MCTV Roku channel, or the Monroe County MCTV app.

AECOM prepared the transportation master plan for Monroe County. The purpose of this special meeting will be to review the plan's list of projects and for the board to prioritize any projects of interest.

The board will also give direction and/or vote on which projects are recommended at this time, in the future, or not at all.

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MASKS NOW COMPLETELY OPTIONAL AT SCHOOLS BOARD MEMBERS VOTE 4-1 IN SUPPORT OF ENDING MANDATE CHARLOTTE TWINE

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SCHOOL DISTRICT CONCERNED ABOUT TRUANCY NUMBERS CHARLOTTE TWINE

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ohn Dick made his position crystal clear about the mask mandate at the Oct. 26 Monroe County School Board Meeting.

“I want to see this district get back to normal,” said Dick, the board chair.

And after a presentation by Florida Department of Health administrator Bob Eadie with good news about fewer COVID cases over the past couple of weeks, and a vigorous discussion among the board members, a vote about the mandate was conducted. Up until Oct. 26, masks were required on school property with parental optout only. But the board voted 4-1 in support of making masks completely optional for everybody in the school district. The sole opposing vote was cast by Sue Woltanski.

At times, the talk among the board members about the issue was passionate.

“Remember this: A lot of districts went mask optional from the very beginning. And nobody had any problems with it,” said Dick during the discussion before the vote.

“Let me tell you, wearing this mask is tiring. It’s part of the problem for the teachers. We have far more things to be doing than spending school board meetings over masks.

You heard about all the ELL and all the problems we have. How far we’re behind on things. And we’re busy talking about masks. There’s no need for that.”

Dick was referring to a presentation that district staff had just made about mitigating learning loss due to COVID. One of the topics discussed was the relatively larger number of ELL students — students who speak English as a second language — who are now in Monroe County this school year and the potential difficulty they have learning English due to masks.

“It just makes me sad because we’re very close to vaccinating those young kids,” responded Woltanski. “I feel for the families who have been waiting for the vaccine for the (ages) 5 to 12, and it’s coming in a week. We’re changing

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After an intense discussion, the school board voted to make mask wearing optional for teachers, staff and students within Monroe County School District.

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our mitigation strategies due to a moderate couple of weeks during a global pandemic.”

She expressed concern earlier in the meeting that even though most children are not in danger of being hospitalized or dying because of COVID, they can carry the virus back to adults whose immune systems are compromised.

“My piece on this is that there are viruses and infections all around us all of our lives for the past however long you’ve been alive,” said board member Mindy Conn. “The key to COVID and the reason it was such a scare was because of hospitalizations and deaths. We all live with a variety of bugs, bacteria, viruses that are out there. In my opinion, as long as hospitalizations and deaths are down, which they’re dramatically down, even though people are still getting sick, like people still get the flu and a cold, and a myriad of other things, I’m comfortable with making masks optional.”

“We’re moving in a positive direction. I think if the board feels like changes need to be made, I can support those from a health standpoint,” said Eadie at the beginning of the meeting.

However, he continued to advocate for vaccinations.

“The news media don’t tell you about the millions of people who have been vaccinated and gone about their lives. They report about the people who have been hospitalized yet vaccinated,” he said. “The vaccinations will ultimately be what moves us to herd immunity.”

t the Oct. 12 and Oct. 26 Monroe County School Board meetings, board members and staff said that they are concerned about students’ “chronic absenteeism” and truancy. Staff is actively taking steps to address the problem.

“I’m concerned because we’re losing kids” to truancy, said board member Mindy Conn at the Oct. 12 meeting. “Our truancy problems are at all grade levels. It’s not a senior problem, it’s not a junior problem. We have these issues 9 to 12 and 6 to 8. Kids aren’t going.

They basically took two years off and now it’s like, ‘Come on back.’ … We definitely need to try and do something because our graduation rates, at the rate we’re going now, are going to tank. And I don’t care per se about the graduation rates.

What I care about are these kids. ...

It’s not anybody’s fault, it’s just the cards that the whole world basically has been dealt.”

Mike Henriquez coordinates the alternative education department and works on student attendance and truancy for the school district. He explained that the difference between a child who is “chronically absent” and a child who is “truant” is that a truant child has had 15 unexcused absences within a 90-day period and therefore has been “flagged” for a more formal process. Once that many absences have occurred, the school files a petition with the court and the child goes through a truancy process and meets with a judge about once a month.

“Court is a problem-solving approach,” he said. “We meet with families well ahead of time. If we have to go to court, we still use a problem-solving approach.”

Amber Acedevo, the district’s coordinator of community relations, provided the truancy numbers for the past few school years to Keys Weekly. For the 2018-19 school year, 12 students were truant for the entire school year. For the 2019-20 school year,

nine students were truant for the entire school year. Then came the pandemic, when students were virtually attending classes and “attendance was a challenge to track,” said Acedevo. And yet, 14 students were identified as truant.

Henriquez said most of the truancy cases for the 2021-22 school year are high school students who are carryovers from last year. The number of truant students after nine weeks of this school year is nine. Even though most are carryovers, Acedevo said, “It’s a higher number than we would like to see.”

District staff believe that many high school students got jobs in order to help out their families during the pandemic.

“They’re getting reacclimated to going to school every day,” said Acedevo.

Henriquez said one solution for the students who are working to help families is to offer an On the Job training program and give students credit for the hours worked.

“We’re not trying to be punitive in any way, shape or form,” he said.

“We’re trying to work with you, such as with OJT.” He also notes that absenteeism is a statewide problem. “Every district is struggling right now to get kids adjusted to a full schedule.”

Superintendent Theresa Axford said in a statement to Keys Weekly, “Monroe County School District has clear parameters for students who are truant. We are indebted to the Monroe County judges who hear our truancy cases and assist us in managing truancy issues with appropriate consequences. This year, we are faced with more quarantining issues than actual truancy.

The problem for these students is missing their work and making it up on a viable schedule. Hopefully, with the dramatic drop in Covid-19 cases, many of these issues will clear up naturally.”

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SAY NO TO DRUGS Flash mob recognizes Red

oral Shores High School students surprised their classmates during the lunch hours on Oct. 26 with a flash mob in recognition of Red Ribbon Week — the largest drug-abuse prevention campaign in the U.S. The Canettes joined with members of the Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) Club, teachers and staff as they danced in the courtyard. The dance concluded with the flash mob making a large red ribbon. Events for Red Ribbon Week are made possible thanks to the Guidance Care Center, a local mental health and substance abuse clinic that works in schools, and Wilmarie Lopez, GCC prevention therapist. Monroe County Coalition provided items for the week, including impairment goggles that students will get to try. GCC provided red shirts, while the school provided pizza to those who participated in the flash mob. “We’re going to be doing a lot more in terms of prevention here at Coral Shores that we’ve done in the past,” Lopez said. “I see a lot of things starting this year. One of the main concerns we have right now is vaping, so we’re trying our best to eradicate it.” Among the Red Ribbon Week events at the school were the wearing of funny socks as part of a “sock it to drugs,” theme, putting on hats to “put a cap on drugs” and a “doughnut drugs” competition that will see students creating a public service announcement for the chance to win doughnuts. JIM McCARTHY/Keys Weekly

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PUTTING THE JOY IN TECH Center receives grant to empower seniors to use technology

From left are Sgt. Edward Sabillon, Sgt. Alvarez Rice, Accreditation Specialist Mary Valdez, Maj. Tim Age, Sheriff Rick Ramsay, Florida Corrections Accreditation Commission Chairman (FCAC) and Highlands County Sheriff Paul Blackman, Capt. Jonathon Crane, Sgt. Robert Salter and Executive Director of the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation (CFA) and FCAC Danielle Terrell. MCSO/Contributed

Through a grant, Betsy Baste is now taking her tech classes for seniors to different facilities in the Upper Keys, such as Key Largo Library, seen here. CONTRIBUTED

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ackie Jack, a longtime attendee of the JOY Center’s programs for seniors, remembers going to teacher Betsy Baste’s technology classes every Thursday morning with a list of the questions that baffled her about her iPhone and iPad. “She’s a saint,” Jack raved about Baste’s teaching abilities. Jack now feels so empowered with technology that she regularly pays her bills and she renewed her boyfriend’s driver’s license online, and she also schooled her children on downloading the new security measure from Apple.

“I told my daughters, ‘You better update your devices.’ And they go, ‘Wow, Mom,’” Jack said with a laugh.

And this is Baste’s master plan: to empower seniors to use technology without fear. Now she has even more support to do so, through her work with the JOY Center. JOY stands for “Just Older Youth,” a program that was started in 2017 to serve the senior communities of Key Largo, Tavernier and Islamorada. JOY’s goal is to create a facility to provide a flexible space for classes. Through JOY, Baste applied for and won a grant for $8,000 from the Community Foundation of the Florida Keys.

The funding covers the cost of equipment for people to use to learn about technology and to create programs for students to attend.

“The goal is twofold: to share tech knowledge so people get more comfortable and to expand the reach of JOY so people know and utilize it,” said Baste, who is the president of JOY in addition to being its tech teacher.

Her tech and education background is extensive: She has both a bachelor’s and a master’s in education, and her last job before volunteering for JOY was teaching technology to inner city kids through Job Corps in North Carolina.

“Many had never had fingers on a keyboard, even though this was 2010 and they were 16 to 24 years old,” she said, comparing their dilemma to that of a senior who is scared to touch a computer. “I always stress that tech is a tool we use. It’s not meant to be something that uses us. It’s like a knife in a kitchen drawer. It’s useful, but I can hurt myself. Tech is no different. We shouldn’t be afraid.”

Baste said that typical questions her students may have are, “How do I not get hacked on social media?” or “How do I share photos with my family?”

The class funded by the grant is called “Tech Savvy Seniors on the Go,” and it’s spread over three sessions. Though Baste is available to bring the class to other interested facilities or groups, the next class will be held at Key Largo Library on Tuesday, Nov. 2, 9 and 16 from 3:30 to 5 p.m.

Jack emphasizes that JOY has many other fun classes, such as stretching, line dancing and ukulele, all free.

“It’s amazing not more people know JOY exists,” she said. “I love it and I’m a big supporter.”

More information about Tech Savvy Seniors on the Go or the JOY Center is available from Baste at 305-850-8449 or via email to justolderyouthinc@ gmail.com. Inquiries will be answered within a day.

SHERIFF’S OFFICE RECEIVES REACCREDITATION HONORS

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he Monroe County Sheriff’s Office recently received excelsior awards for reaccreditation in law enforcement and corrections from the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation and Florida Corrections Accreditation Commission governing bodies.

This marks the third excelsior award for corrections and the second excelsior award for law enforcement. The excelsior recognition is the highest level of achievement in Florida accreditation a criminal justice agency can receive and it is earned by successfully completing reaccreditation with no corrective actions or compliance issues.

The sheriff’s office is professionally accredited by five separate agencies: the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (national law enforcement accreditation); the American Correctional Association (national corrections accreditation); the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditations; the Florida Corrections Accreditation Commission; and the National Commission on Correctional Health Care.

The process for any professional accreditation is extremely difficult and requires extensive preparation, many inspections — both internal and by the accreditation agency — and a level of professionalism that is not easily achieved. Accreditation requires an agency to adhere to exacting standards in hundreds of different areas, including operations, record keeping, finance, equipment, training and many others.

The agency must be re-accredited every two to three years by each organization. This entails more inspections and more close examination to ensure the agency continues to live up to required standards.

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Inspector Donny Barrios, left, Accreditation Lt. David Smith, Sheriff Rick Ramsay, Accreditation Specialist Angela Kirk, Inspector General Capt. Lee Ann Holroyd and Robert Allen with Professional Standards. MCSO/Contributed

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Rosie Sanchez, director of ICU and oncology services at Mariners and Fishermen’s hospitals, left; Beth Fanelli and retired Monroe County Sheriff’s Maj. Don Fanelli; and Monroe County Sheriff’s Deputy Nelson Sanchez. CONTRIBUTED

COMFORTABLE QUARTERS Sheriff’s Office assists with new fox enclosure

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i friends! Reef the fox here with another weekly edition of “Reef’s Report.” This past weekend, we had a huge project going on at home. My fox friends Jasper and Penny got a REEF brand new enclosure, and THE FOX boy, oh boy, is it amazing.

Coral and I love it. I Reef is a red fox mean, it was really for us that was saved right? We had some refrom a fur farm.

He now lives in ally cool volunteers here Key Largo with to help tear down the his human, Nicole old one: retired Monroe Navarro.

County Sheriff’s Maj. Don Fanelli, his wife Beth, and deputy Nelson Sanchez and his wife Rosie.

We love the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office.

If you follow Pawsitive Beginnings on social media, then I’m sure you saw the whole video of the new enclosure. And if you didn’t see it, you should definitely check it out. Mom sent in some photos of Penny and Jasper with their pumpkins in their new enclosure.

There are some really fun things going on this weekend in the Upper Keys. On Saturday, Oct. 30 at the Islamorada Moose Lodge is the Warlocks and Witches on Wheels ride starting at 6 p.m. Dress yourself and your bicycle in your spookiest Halloween theme and head on down. Ride starts at the Whistle Stop at 6 p.m. and ends at the Islamorada Moose Lodge. There will be prizes awarded at the Moose around 9 p.m.

On Halloween night, the Caribbean Club is having a huge Halloween party. It starts at 7 p.m. and the Luke Glenn Band will rock the waterfront stage from 7 to 11 p.m. The first 50 people will receive a bag full of tricks and treats. I really want to go to this because I have an amazing Halloween costume.

Don’t forget on Nov. 12, MarrVelous Pet Rescue’s Spayghetti and No Balls Gala is happening at Snook’s Bayside starting at 6:30.

You can get your tickets at spayghetti.com Well friends, that’s all for this week!

Remember to check us out at pawsitivebeginnings.org for all things fox.

Rotary Interact members stand outside of Tavernier’s Winn Dixie collecting food items for the Coral Shores High School pantry on Oct. 23. Pictured from left are Grace Matthews, senior; Joey Eysenbach, junior; Alyssa Aguiar, senior; Keegan Wittke, junior; and Angelina Bell, junior. JIM McCARTHY/Keys Weekly

RESTOCKING THE SHELVES

Interact students collect food for school pantry JIM McCARTHY

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oral Shores High School students within Rotary’s Interact Club stood outside Tavernier’s Winn Dixie on the afternoon of Oct. 23, collecting food items for their fellow community members in need. A pantry at the school that allows students to grab nonperishables has been utilized quite a bit during the COVID-19 pandemic.

By the end of the day, students collected shopping carts full of grocery bags thanks to community members.

Three carloads of groceries were delivered back to the high school’s pantry.

Junior Keegan Wittke said the food pantry supports students in need of food that they otherwise wouldn’t be able to obtain. Wittke and other club members handed grocery shoppers a list of items the pantry’s in need of.

Wittke said the pantry’s stayed busy ever since COVID-19 arrived.

“The pantry’s been used quite a bit and we’ve been working to keep up with the supply,” Wittke said. “It’s been very useful during Hurricane Irma and COVID-19. We’re just glad the community is here to help us.”

Through the pantry, students are able to take home food to their families every weekend. Trisha Biondoletti, teacher who manages the pantry, said the pantry was used more through the pandemic when many people were facing challenges.

“It’s so wonderful to see these students support their own peers. It’s very heartwarming that they took time out of their Saturday to help,” she said.

Biondoletti added that the food

pantry is a true “school project” with students from various groups, like Interact and Leadership Class, helping.

Interact clubs like the one through Coral Shores inspire and energize young leaders between 12 and 18 through service. Junior Angelina Bell became an Interact Club member during her freshman year. She said the club gives students the ability to get involved in the community and connect with people around them.

“The best part about Interact is being able to help people and seeing the appreciation and reaction from those you help,” Bell said.

Senior Alyssa Aguiar also became an Interact Club member during her freshman year. She said the club allows her to get involved with a community she loves. Aguiar said community resources helped her family through tough times.

“It’s an opportunity for me to give back because the Keys have given me so much,” she said.

Annika Needham, of the Coral Shores Interact Club, said the food pantry has made a measurable impact.

“Being able to see the change we are making is very rewarding,” she said.

Cheryl Powers is a Key Largo Rotarian who serves as a mentor alongside Frank Derfler, of the Upper Keys Rotary Club, for the Interact members.

Powers recalls sitting down with the club to figure out a service project that helped the school and families.

“There’s no better way than a food drive. They worked with Trish, who manages the food pantry, to determine what was needed,” Powers said.

During times of COVID-19, Derfler said the Interact Club pulled together to be one of the best organizations he’s seen at Coral Shores.

Those wishing to provide food or monetary donations to the Coral Shores food pantry can call the school office at 305-853-3222..

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Participants make it to the one mile mark of the First State Bank Key Largo Bridge. DOUG FINGER/Keys Weekly

RUNNING INTO THE FLORIDA KEYS KEY LARGO BRIDGE RUN APPROACHES JIM McCARTHY

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undreds of runners near and far descended upon Key Largo’s Jewfish Creek Bridge for a scenic race entering the Florida Keys in 2019. A COVID-19 pandemic canceled the one-of-a-kind race in 2020, but the excitement surrounding the First State Bank Key Largo Bridge Run is back.

This year, race participants can run the half marathon or run or walk in the 5K that’s set for Sunday, Nov. 14. Bridge runners will take to the start line around 6:30 a.m. from the access road leading to Gilbert’s Resort.

From there, they’ll run a beautiful course that goes over Jewfish Creek Bridge, which overlooks Blackwater Sound in the Key Largo Bay. Half marathon runners will get an added treat of running next to the ocean as they approach Manatee Bay. Organizer of the event, Henry Menendez, of HNO Productions, has been gearing up for the race’s return for many months. With the 2020 run canceled, Menendez expressed excitement over the hundreds of runners signed up for this year’s race.

“Our goal with this race is to promote health and fitness throughout our Key Largo community while inviting people from all over the world to join our locals,” Menendez said. “In addition, we want to bring joy and excitement to our runners as they experience a beautiful sunrise on the Atlantic Ocean while running over the Jewfish Creek Bridge.”

Before the race begins, participants are invited to a meet-and-greet party with appetizers and drink specials on Friday, Nov. 12 at Key Largo Conch House, MM 100.2, oceanside. On Saturday, Nov. 13, runners can grab their race packets from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at First State Bank in Key Largo, MM 97. Packets will also be available on the morning of the race, beginning at 5 a.m., at the starting line at Gilbert’s Resort access road.

To fuel up the stomach with carbs, participants are also invited to a pasta party dinner from 6 to 8 p.m. at Doc’s Diner, MM 99, bayside.

Tickets are $25 per person and are available for purchase at keylargobridgerun.com.

Following the race, awards will be presented to the top three male and female finishers, overall masters male and female finishers and top three finishers from different age groups. Participants will also receive a T-shirt, hat and medal upon completion.

An after-party is set after the race at The Catch, MM 102, in Key Largo. More details to come soon.

Race entry fees are $110 per person for the half marathon during October and $115 in early November. Entry fee for the 5k run/walk is $55 per person ($40 for entrants ages 17 and under). Online registration is open.

Visit keylargobridgerun.com for more information.

5K participants will start at Gilbert's Access Road and run onto Jewfish Creek Bridge overlooking the Key Largo Bay. The turnaround will be towards the end of the bridge and the participants will run to Jewfish Creek Bridge for a second time and return to Gilbert's Access Road.

Half marathon will start at Gilbert's Access Road and run onto Jewfish Creek Bridge overlooking the Key Largo Bay. The turnaround will be toward the end of the bridge and the participants will run Jewfish Creek Bridge for a second time. They will continue toward Manatee Bay with beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean. The second turnaround is just after Manatee Bay with the ocean side next to them as they return to Gilbert's Access Road.

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Julie Duncan, Dawn Miller, Lori Limberg and Donna Langston in the backcountry with Capt. Chris Hanson. CONTRIBUTED

NEW ANGLERS BECOME WINNERS

More than 200 fish caught in annual ladies tournament

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ore than 40 aspiring anglers came from Florida and other states to learn from the pros at the award winning "Ladies, Let's Go Fishing!" Keys University, held Oct.15-17 at the Elks Lodge in Tavernier. Participants came to learn about fishing and practice their skills on the water, catching 160 fish and releasing 109 for a total of 269 fish in the Fishing Fever Tournament.

Offshore winner was Diane Odell, of Cocoa Beach, with a 25-pound wahoo on the Sea Horse. Robin Hinote, of Avon Park, placed second with a 14.5-pound mahi on the Doghouse with Capt. Jesse Cromer.

Top offshore release went to Joni Craig, of Gainesville, with a sailfish on the Phoebe with Capt. Frank Drudi.

The inshore winner went to Dawn Miller, of Punta Gorda, with a 32-inch snook on Capt. Chris Hanson’s Scales 2 Tales. Second place went to Julie Mayer, of Taneytown, Maryland, with a 30- inch redfish and Dawn Miller, of Punta Gorda, with a 30-inch snook, both on Capt. Chris Hanson’s Scales 2 Tales. Top junior angler went to Anabelle Goulart, of Belle Isle, with a blackfin tuna.

The event kicked off on Oct. 15 with a meet-and-greet social featuring networking, fundraisers and a potluck appetizer contest. Oct. 16 began with classroom presentations on fishing basics by Capt. Lee Lavery, offshore fishing by Capt. Jeanne Towne, and

inshore fishing, followed by lunch and hands-on fishing skills. Skills such as releasing, conservation, knot tying, bait rigging, spin casting, net casting and more were available for hands-on practice.

Offshore and inshore participants embarked on a fishing adventure out of Whale Harbor Marina in Islamorada and other locations from Oct. 15-16, followed by a fish fillet demonstration.

Fish included sailfish, mahi, wahoo, blackfin tuna, yellowtail snapper, snook, redfish, mangrove snapper, sharks and more.

“This event was designed for beginners who can win a prize in our Fishing Fever Tournament, even if it was their first fish ever caught or released,” said Betty Bauman, founder of ‘Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing.”

The series is supported by major partners including Recreational Fishing and Boating Foundation, Take Me Fishing, Vamos a Pescar, Mercury, Magic Tilt trailers, Shearwater Boats, PowerPole, Penn, TACO Metals, Lowrance and Fish Florida. Largest annual sponsors are Freedom Boat Club, ICOM, CCA Florida STAR, Bob’s Machine Shop, AFTCO, Costa, Smith Optics, Frogg Toggs, Hubbards Marina, Star Brite and Future Angler Foundation. Local sponsors were Breezy Palms, Seaside Glass Works and the Monroe County Tourist Development Council.

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A female angler shows off her wahoo catch. CONTRIBUTED

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This Week’s Fishing Report Last week was a bit windy. With the full moon, however, I am happy to report a solid bite of wahoo. Several locals reported two to three catches of wahoo on a trip.

The yellowtail bite along the reef has been outstanding. But grouper fishing, at least for me, was a little slow. I feel like we caught everything but a grouper. Once we hit November, only two months left of grouper season.

There have also been some sailfish and an excellent bite of blackfin tuna. With the weather cooling down, these bites will only continue to get better!

This Week’s Tip — Magical Green Water When the north wind blows and the water appears to be green on the surface, many guys tend to overlook it and keep looking for good clean blue water. However, 2 to 3 feet below the green water is a beautiful purple, blue water, and the fish are there!

So, don’t overlook the green water.

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host stories are told up and down the island chain. In Key West, the haunted history is openly celebrated. It should be; it is considered one of the country’s most haunted cities. Also, there is not a local in the Keys who does not know the whereabouts of a skeleton or two.

In what might be the earliest recorded account of a Key West haunting, the Aug. 29, 1874, edition of the “Shenango Valley Argus” reported that “Key West has a ghost covered with hair and about the size of a horse” in its “Matters of Interest” column. A hairy ghost as big as a horse would be scary (and sounds a little bit like a Skunk Ape), but then Key West has always been a portal to the unusual and weird. Parking, too, is pretty scary on the island.

Like a cherry topping on a sundae of haunted layers, it is also home to Robert the Doll.

Robert is one of the scariest or most misunderstood haunted dolls in the world and one of the top haunted artifacts in the Florida Keys. Regarding Robert, contrary to some silly accounts of his history, he is in no way affiliated with or connected to the fictionalized dalliances of the murderous Chucky portrayed on the silver screen as a significantly more animated kind of doll.

Robert’s birthday, by the way, was Monday, Oct. 25. He turned 117.

Robert the Doll at Fort East Martello. BRAD BERTELLI/Contributed

Robert the Doll lives at Fort East Martello, a Civil War-era fortification that has been home to devastating tragedy. Perhaps not so surprisingly, it represents one of Key West’s most haunted locales.

If you are brave or curious enough, David Sloan will take you on an after-hours tour of East Martello on his Ghost Fort Adventures. He will also introduce you to Robert the Doll. It is, after all, that spooky time of year.

The red-bricked walls built to protect the island from foreign attacks that never materialized instead housed some of the victims of a little, flying domestic terrorist known as the mosquito. The little vampire plunged its long, hollow tooth into human flesh in search of the blood it needed to survive. Sometimes it left behind a little “thank you” in the form of a viral disease called yellow fever. Yellow fever is recognized as malaria today.

Yellow fever outbreaks were the source of hundreds and hundreds of deaths in the Florida Keys. Some of the infected were brought to the fort. Those who died were stacked within the fort’s walls, which might account for its many hauntings.

Robert, Fort East Martello, and Key West are not the only haunts in the Florida Keys. Stories suggest Elliott Key is haunted, too. It would be a fitting bookend to the Key West hauntings if only in the sense that Elliott Key is considered the northernmost of the Florida Keys and Key West, continentally speaking, the Southernmost City.

With all the atrocities attributed to Elliott Key, how could the island not be haunted? Like Key West, Elliott Key has a history of death, and much of it is related to cruelty, if the stories of Black Caesar are to be believed. And there are a lot of stories about the pirate Black Caesar who reigned supreme over the Florida Reef from his Elliott Key lair on at least three separate occasions. A common thread connecting all of the pirate’s stories reveals his cruel nature.

In most accounts, he slays a friend after fighting over a woman. Another Black Caesar hallmark was taking prisoners from the ships he conquered and bringing them back to the island. There, they were forced to dig holes on the Elliott Key beach where the pirate could bury his treasures. Upon completion of their work, the prisoners were killed and buried in the hole along with the booty.

Some of the deaths allegedly associated with BRAD the island were not as violent. They were cruel.

BERTELLI According to the legends, another habit of the is an author, pirate was taking prisoners from his conquered speaker, and Flor- prizes and holding them in stone cells he had ida Keys historian. constructed on the island. Some of those prisonHis latest book, ers were women who gave birth to pirate babies.

“The Florida Keys Most of the stories suggest that when the pirates Skunk Ape Files,” is a fun blend of left their lair in search of their quarry, they would two of his favorite forget to leave supplies or not leave adequate subjects — Florida provisions of food and water for the prisoners Keys history and and, in their absence, they would starve to death the Skunk Ape. in their stone cells.

The children were said to have escaped and sustained their little feral colony on berries and what they could catch in the warm shallows washing against the island. According to the local lore, they communicated in their own primitive language. No one accounts for what might have become of them, though some say they haunt the island today. If ghosts exist, once the sun goes down over Elliott Key, it might not just be the wind rustling over the island making noise at night.

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FORSTER’S OUT FISHING A CELEBRATION OF LIFE ON THE WATER

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community took to the water to remember the late Mike Forster on Oct. 23.

Boats circled around the “Tiger” boat, which had Forster’s sister, Jo-Ann, family and Pastor Tony Hammon, on the bayside waters near Mangrove Mike’s Cafe.

Sentiments were shared on Channel 71 by Jo-Ann, Hammon, Capt.

Timmy Arce, state Rep. Jim Mooney and Jill Miranda-Baker. An ash spreading and flower throwing followed, and the ceremony concluded with a trip out to Toilet Seat Cut, where a seat created by William DePaula was seen. Among those joining the ceremony were Sheriff Rick Ramsay and fellow sheriff’s deputies, Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Bobby Dube and fellow officers, Monroe County Mayor Michelle Coldiron, county commissioners David Rice and Holly Raschein, Corie McGrawAbel, Forster’s legislative assistant and now Raschein’s assistant, and Mangrove Mike’s Cafe staff. Forster passed away in early September after a battle with COVID-19. He served as Islamorada Councilman and most recently as Monroe County Commissioner representing District 5.

— Weekly staff report

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JIM McCARTHY/Keys Weekly 1. Monroe County Sheriff Rick Ramsay arrives at the Mike Forster ceremony on the water.

2. Pastor Tony Hammon leads Mike Forster’s remembrance service aboard the “Tiger.” Joining him were Mike’s sister Jo-Ann Forster, family and Island Community Church Pastor Trevor Mann.

3. Upper Keys resident Don Horton tosses flowers into the waters in remembrance of Mike Forster.

4. Nola Acker, legislative aide to state Rep. Jim Mooney, places a flower arrangement into the bayside waters.

5. A toilet seat created by William DePaula is placed alongside Toilet Seat Cut in Islamorada.

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Stephen Frink moved to Key Largo in 1978. The town eventually became his home base for his underwater photography studio. STEPHEN FRINK ARCHIVE/Contributed

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tephen Frink is one of the most prolific underwater photographers in the world.

In his latest lecture at the History of Diving Museum in Islamorada, the longtime Key Largo resident shared the good and bad he’s witnessed on our reefs over the last 45 years.

Frink opened the lecture talking of his longtime friend Jerry Greenberg, one of the true pioneers of underwater photography. Greenberg met Frink after the latter opened up a film processing shop in 1978 in the Upper Keys. Fast friends, Greenberg urged Frink to witness the beautiful elkhorn and staghorn corals at South Carysfort. He was in awe.

Then, “I went up, maybe around ’84, and much of that coral was gone,” Frink said. “That was a very profound epiphany for me — it can go that fast. We think we should look at the world with a geological frame of mind, but we’ve seen glaciers shrink in our lifetimes. We’ve seen corals go away. And, it’s astonishing to me how quickly things we take for granted can disappear.”

Still, the veteran diver was quick to emphasize that not everything is doom and gloom.

These changes are all part of the “dynamic that is our coral reef,” he said. Baselines shift, he acknowledged. Over his 43 years diving these waters, he’s also seen things come back. Much of that progress is thanks to locals who care, who are still working to save the reef.

Frink offered the mooring buoy program as an example. The concept of a mooring buoy, to prevent anchoring on coral beds on highlytrafficked reefs, was invented in the Keys. Popularized in the 1980s, the system is now used around the world.

He also applauded the reef restoration work being done throughout the Keys and around the world. It started with Frink’s friend Ken Niedermeier, one of the pioneers of coral restoration and the founder of the Coral Restoration Foundation, Frink said.

The Spiegel Grove landed on its side when sunk.

Hurricane Dennis righted her three years later.

STEPHEN FRINK ARCHIVE/Contributed

Finally, Frink talked about our marquee shipwrecks. Wrecks become paradise for fish and divers, and the plethora of sunken ships in the Keys has made us famous.

“What these ships do for a living, once they’re on the bottom, is hold marine life,” he said. “They get a lot of sponge encrustation and they become habitats.”

From the Vandenberg in Key West up to the Duane and Bibb in the Upper Keys, the wrecks provide critical habitat for marine life and wonderful dive opportunities for our locals and tourists.

“The wrecks we have are truly a big asset to the Florida Keys dive portfolio,” Frink said. “In my mind, the Duane is the best wreck dive in the Atlantic and the Caribbean.”

Frink ended with the infamous story of the Spiegel Grove. He recounted how the local dive community sold dive medallions to raise enough money to procure and sink the ship.

They succeeded, but then “the worst day in any of our dive lives happened,” he said. “She turned turtle and sank with air in the bow. The Coast Guard said, ‘You don’t have a shipwreck. You have a hazard to navigation, and we will blow it up if you don’t get it sunk.’”

For those who don’t remember, the Spiegel stayed floating upside-down at the surface until organizers (including Frink) were able to turn her to the side. She sank that way and stayed like that for three years, until Hurricane Dennis righted her underwater.

“Now, she’s a world-class wreck dive. I can’t even calculate the contributions she’s made to our dive community in dollars and cents. She also holds a lot of fish,” Frink said.

He summed up: “That’s what shipwrecks have done for us. That’s what our locals have done.”

To end, Frink showed an image of a little turtle, the first shot he took post-Irma. For days, he’d dreaded the destruction he might see, but this turtle showed up.

Before she was one of our famous Florida Keys shipwrecks, the Spiegel Grove served as a Navy ship.

BERNIE CAMPOLI/Stephen Frink Archive

After a dramatic scuttling on May 27 2009, the former Air Force missile-tracking ship, Gen. Hoyt S. Vandenberg, opened to divers three days later.

STEPHEN FRINK/Florida Keys News Bureau

“To me, the little turtle was saying, ‘Hang in there, buddy. It’s still good,’” Frink said.

That turtle helped Frink realize that “it’s all shifting baselines” and that conditions might not return to what Jerry Greenberg saw in 1957 or even what he himself saw in 1978, but that “it’s pretty cool still.” He concluded with an invitation to all to “Come jump in and enjoy” all our waters have to offer.

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UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / OCTOBER 28, 2021 SPONSORED BY: A diver on a night dive watches a jellyfish pulsate through the water column. ERIC BILLIPS/Contributed

NIGHT DIVES SHOWCASE OUR REEFS IN A NEW (LOW) LIGHT CONSERVATION TIP THIS WEEK’S DIVE REPORT Conditions this past week were a little rough. Winds picked up throughout the week, and that’s always what brings the “sporty” conditions the further out we go.

Things did lay down nicely for the weekend.

We did manage to sneak in a night dive when the winds died down a bit. Night dives are incredible! Have you ever been? The reef looks entirely different because it IS different — there are literally different creatures that ERIC come out at night to eat, mate and do what they do than BILLIPS in the daytime.

Eels and turtles were the theme of this dive. Eels are is the owner, nighttime feeders, so you see them come out from under captain and their daytime ledges. The turtles are looking for a protectinstructor at Islamorada Dive ed area to rest for the night. Seeing many of both of these Center and Florida made for a very fun, very active night dive.

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NEXT WEEK’S DIVE REPORT He specializes in This week looks much nicer, with high winds not scuba, rebreather, showing up until Friday. Don’t worry, our Sunday “Hallowspearfishing and captaining in the een Costume” dives should be very nice! Want to join the Florida Keys. spooky fun? Call us to get added to the roster.

CONSERVATION UPDATE I.CARE continues to plant endangered corals back on our reef. Their efforts are critical and require support from our community and beyond.

You can help this Saturday by joining I.CARE’s costume contest and fundraiser at Florida Keys Brewing Co. It’s going to be a fun “ocean creature” inspired event that will directly support local coral restoration. There will be music, prizes, great beer and more.

Reef squid come out at night to show off their colors and changing patterns. ERIC BILLIPS/Contributed

Sea turtles often settle down at night under protective ledges. You can find them searching around the reefs.

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Have you ever seen a sleeping parrotfish in a mucus-cocoon? Don’t disturb it and don’t shine your light on it! That cocoon protects it from “vampire-like” blood-sucking parasites. Interrupting the process puts them in danger.

When night diving, be extra careful about your buoyancy and watch where you shine your lights. Many animals and our newly-planted corals are very sensitive and we want to protect them even as we enjoy seeing them.

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It looks like Halloween is back on this year and I want residents to know the Sheriff’s Office will be out in force in those high traffic-trick or treating areas to ensure things go safely. I want to share some common sense safety tips and reminders.

To those driving on Halloween:

Popular trick-or-treating hours are 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. so be especially alert for kids during those hours.

Drive slowly, anticipate heavy pedestrian traffic and turn your headlights on earlier in the day to spot children from greater distances.

Be especially alert in residential neighborhoods. Children are excited on Halloween and may dart in front of cars when crossing the street.

Eliminate any distractions inside your car so you can concentrate on the road and your surroundings.

To the trick or treaters:

Make sure kids wear light colored costumes with plenty of reflective tape so they are visible to cars and trucks. Take a flashlight along for added visibility.

Look left, right and left again when crossing the street.

If possible, have kids go trick or treating while it is still light outside.

Kids should be accompanied by an adult, or an older brother or sister.

Enter homes only if you're with a trusted adult.

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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 1, 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: Sale of Surplus Property-Fire Rescue 12/01/2021 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: omb-purchasing@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 1, 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: October 28, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers

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FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of Souls Path located at 429 109th Street Ocean, Marathon, FL 33050 intends to register said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.

By: Alexis Bourcier Publish: October 28, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers

FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of 907 Whitehead Street located at 907 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040 intends to register said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.

By: 414 Olivia Street, LLC a Florida limited liability company Publish: October 21 & 28, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers

FICTITIOUS NAMENOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of Too Fly Charters located at P.O. Box 814, Islamorada, FL 33036 intends to register said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.

By: Austin Brittingham on behalf of Calm Seas Sportfishing, LLC Publish: October 28, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of Lower Keys Electric located at 1565 Buttonwood Drive, Big Pine Key, FL 33043 intends to register said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.

By: Woods Electric, LLC, a Florida limited liability company Publish: October 28, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers

FISHING ADVISORY COMMITTEE (District I Representative) of the Monroe County Tourist Development Council Has an opening for a District I Fishing Advisory Committee Representative (Encompasses the City Limits of Key West) Must reside full time in the Florida Keys and have a fishing related business or represent and have knowledge of fishing tournaments that utilize/ request funding from the specific bed tax district they are representing.

Any person wishing to participate on the Fishing Advisory Committee of the Monroe County Tourist Development Council within the district so noted above, may request an application from the Administrative Office by calling (305) 296-1552 and submit an application to the email address shown below: laura@fla-keys.com Deadline for receipt of application at the above email

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Publish: October 28, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers FISHING ADVISORY COMMITTEE (District II Representative) of the MONROE COUNTY TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL Has an opening for a District II Fishing Advisory Committee Representative (From the city limits of Key West to the west end of the Seven Mile Bridge) Must reside full time in the Florida Keys and have a fishing related business or represent and have knowledge of fishing tournaments that utilize/ request funding from the specific bed tax district they are representing.

Any person wishing to participate on the Fishing Advisory Committee of the Monroe County Tourist Development Council within the district so noted above, may request an application from the Administrative Office by calling (305) 296-1552 and submit an application to the email address shown below: laura@fla-keys.com Deadline for receipt of application at the above email address is Friday, November 12, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. A resume may be attached to the application. It is the applicant’s responsibility to confirm the email was

NOTICE OF INTENT TO USE UNIFORM METHOD OF COLLECTING NON-AD VALOREM ASSESSMENTS The Board of County Commissioners of 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, for the cost of providing certain wastewater capital improvements and connections, to be levied within the unincorporated area of Monroe County encompassing the Stock Island, Key Haven, Big Coppitt, Lower Sugarloaf through Big Pine Key, No Name Key, Long Key, Duck Key; excluding Indies Islands, and three (3) parcels on Boca Chica: RE# 122870-000000, 0122880-00000, and 122890-000000 for the fiscal year beginning on October 1, 2022 and continuing each year 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 on December 8, 2021 in the Commission Chambers, Murray E. Nelson Government Center, 102050 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, Mile Marker 102 and by Communications Media Technology (CMT). 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. All interested persons are invited to attend.

Please note that public participation in these meetings may be conducted via Communications Media Technology (“CMT”). The connection information for members of the public who wish to attend or participate in the Public Hearing(s) via a Zoom virtual platform will be posted on the Monroe County website at @ http://monroecountyfl.iqm2.com/Citizens/Default.aspx.

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 accommodation in order to participate in these 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: October 28, November 4, 11 & 18, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers

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Publish: October 28, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers FISHING ADVISORY COMMITTEE (District III Representative) of the MONROE COUNTY TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL Has an opening for a District III Fishing Advisory Committee Representative (From the West End of the Seven Mile Bridge to the Long Key Bridge) Must reside full time in the Florida Keys and have a fishing related business or represent and have knowledge of fishing tournaments that utilize/ request funding from the specific bed tax district they are representing.

Any person wishing to participate on the Fishing Advisory Committee of the Monroe County Tourist Development Council within the district so noted above, may request an application from the Administrative Office by calling (305) 296-1552 and submit an application to the email address shown below: laura@fla-keys.com Deadline for receipt of application at the above email address is Friday, November 12, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. A resume may be attached to the application. It is the applicant’s responsibility to confirm the email was received.

Publish: October 28, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers FISHING ADVISORY COMMITTEE (District IV Representative) of the MONROE COUNTY TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL Has an opening for a District IV Fishing Advisory Committee Representative (Between the Long Key Bridge and mile marker 90.939) Must reside full time in the Florida Keys and have a fishing related business or represent and have knowledge of fishing tournaments that utilize/ request funding from the specific bed tax district they are representing.

Any person wishing to participate on the Fishing Advisory Committee of the Monroe County Tourist Development Council within the district so noted above, may request an application from the Administrative Office by calling (305) 296-1552 and submit an application to the email address shown below: laura@fla-keys.com Deadline for receipt of application at the above email address is Friday, November 12, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. A resume may be attached to the application. It is the applicant’s responsibility to confirm the email was received.

Publish: October 28, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers FISHING ADVISORY COMMITTEE (District V Representative) of the MONROE COUNTY TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL Has an opening for a District V Fishing Advisory Committee Representative (From Mile Marker 90.940 to the Dade/Monroe County Line and any Mainland portions of Monroe County) Must reside full time in the

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Florida Keys and have a fishing related business or represent and have knowledge of fishing tournaments that utilize/request funding from the specific bed tax district they are representing.

Any person wishing to participate on the Fishing Advisory Committee of the Monroe County Tourist Development Council within the district so noted above, may request an application from the Administrative Office by calling (305) 296-1552 and submit an application to the email address shown below: laura@fla-keys.com Deadline for receipt of application at the above email address is Friday, November 12, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. A resume may be attached to the application. It is the applicant’s responsibility to confirm the email was received.

Publish: October 28, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers

the board; any reports from Monroe County Assistant Attorney; any reports from Monroe County Building Official; any reports from Staff.

The Monroe County Contractors Examining Board (“CEB”) will review Certificate of Competency Trade Applications and public participation in this meeting may be conducted via Communication Media Technology (“CMT”) using Zoom Webinar platform, during the scheduled meeting.

Zoom Webinar information will be made available on the Monroe County Web Calendar.

PURSUANT TO FLORIDA STATUTE SECTION 286.0105, be advised that, if a person decides to appeal the decision made by the Contractors’ Examining Board with respect to any matter considered at today’s hearing, that person will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she 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 recommendations 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”.

NOTICE: It shall be the responsibility of each Respondent or other person

addressing the Board to have an interpreter if the party is not able to understand or speak the English language.

Rick Griffin, Building Official/ Board Secretary Maria Partington, Senior Coordinator – CEB Board Monroe County Building Department Publish: October 28, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers

Lot 28 and the Northerly 39 feet of Lot 29, Less and Except the Northerly 4 feet of Lot 28, THE HARBORAGE, according to the map or plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 6, Page 46, of the Public Records of Monroe County, Florida.

(RE00555011-002800).

PURSUANT TO FLORIDA STATUTE SECTION 286.0105, be advised that, if a person decides to appeal the decision made by the Contractors’ Examining Board with respect to any matter considered at today’s hearing, that person will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she 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 recommendations 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”.

NOTICE: It shall be the responsibility of each Respondent or other person addressing the Board to bring an interpreter if the party is not able to understand or speak the English language.

Rick Griffin, Building Official/ Board Secretary Maria Partington, Senior Coordinator – CEB Board Monroe County Building Department Publish:

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING MONROE COUNTY CONTRACTORS EXAMINING BOARD MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Notice is Hereby Given To Whom it may concern, that on Tuesday, November 9, 2021 the Monroe County Contractors Examining Board (CEB) will hold a scheduled meeting at the Marathon Government Center, 2798 Overseas Highway, Second Floor, BOCC Room, Marathon, Florida immediately following the CBAA scheduled meeting which will be commencing at 9:30 A.M. This meeting is to hear the following: any person(s) to come before

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING MONROE COUNTY CONSTRUCTION BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT & APPEALS MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Notice is Hereby Given to Whom it May Concern that on November 9, 2021, the Monroe County Construction Board of Adjustment & Appeals (CBAA) will hold a special meeting at 9:30AM at the Marathon Government Center, 2798 Overseas Highway, Second Floor, BOCC Room, Marathon, Florida.

Communication Media Technology (“CMT”) using Zoom Webinar platform will be available during the scheduled meeting.

Zoom Webinar information will be made available on the Monroe County Web Calendar.

This meeting is to hear the following: Sandy Esterle, Doug Stitgen & William Clemens, 100 Coral Way, Key Largo: An appeal by the property owner to the CBAA concerning an administrative decision of the Building Official dated 1/29/21 denying the After the Fact building permit application for a homemade cargo lift installed without permits. The subject property is legally described as: The Southerly 51 feet of

NOTICE TO MONROE COUNTY REGISTERED VOTERS PHOTO & SIGNATURE ID REQUIRED TO VOTE

305.743.0844

LEGAL NOTICES October 28, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF INTENTION TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF COUNTY RESOLUTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN that on December 8, at 1:30 P.M., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, at the Murray Nelson Center, 102050 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL, 33037, the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida, intends to consider the adoption of the following County resolution: A RESOLUTION OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ELECTING TO USE THE UNIFORM METHOD OF COLLECTING NONAD VALOREM SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS LEVIED WITHIN THE COUNTY WITH THE TAX BILL ISSUED IN NOVEMBER 2022 FOR ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS AND SEA LEVEL RISE AND FLOOD MITIGATION PROJECTS; STATING A NEED FOR SUCH LEVY; PROVIDING FOR THE MAILING OF THIS RESOLUTION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. The public can participate in the December 8, 2021, 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 Uverse Channel 99, or on the

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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 citizens have 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 audioonly from their phones by dialing (646) 518-9805 or (669) 900-6833 and, when prompted, enter the Webinar ID# 860 9612 7118 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# 860 9612 7118 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:// www.monroecounty-fl.gov/ BOCCMeetingDec8 (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) 292-4441, 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 26th day of October 2021.

KEVIN MADOK, Clerk of the Circuit Court and ex officio Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida Publish: October 28, November 4, 11 & 18, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers

AVISO A LOS VOTANTES INSCRITOS DEL CONDADO DE MONROE SE REQUIERE IDENTIFICACIÓN CON FOTOGRAFÍA Y FIRMA PARA VOTAR

R. Joyce Griffin, Supervisor of Elections, would like to inform the voters of Monroe County that Florida Statute now requires electors to provide picture and signature identification. Florida Statute requires "each elector, upon entering the polling place, to present a Florida driver's license, a Florida Identification Card, United States Passport, Debit or Credit card, Military ID, Student ID, Retirement Center ID, Neighborhood association ID, Public assistance ID, Veteran health identification card issued by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, License to carry a concealed weapon or firearm issued pursuant to s.

790.06 or Employee identification card issued by any branch, department, agency, or entity of the Federal Government, the state, a county, or a municipality.

La Supervisora Electoral, R. Joyce Griffin, desea informar a los votantes del Condado de Monroe que el Estatuto de Florida ahora exige que los votantes muestren una identificación con fotografía y firma. El Estatuto de Florida exige que "cada votante, al ingresar al lugar de votación, presente una licencia de conducir de Florida, una tarjeta de identificación de Florida, pasaporte de los Estados Unidos, tarjeta de débito o crédito, identificación militar, identificación de estudiante, identificación de centro de retiro, identificación de asociación vecinal, identificación de asistencia pública, tarjeta de identificación de salud para veteranos emitida por el Departamento de Asuntos de Veteranos de los Estados Unidos, licencia para portar un arma oculta o un arma de fuego emitida de conformidad con la s. 790.06 o tarjeta de identificación de empleado emitida por alguna sucursal, departamento, agencia o entidad del gobierno federal, el estado, un condado o un municipio".

Electors failing to furnish the required identification will be able vote a provisional ballot.

Los votantes que no presenten la identificación requerida podrán votar con una boleta provisional.

R. Joyce Griffin, Supervisor of Elections www.keyselections.org

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NOTICE OF INTENTION TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF COUNTY RESOLUTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN that on December 8, 2021, at 1:30 P.M., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, at the Murray Nelson Center, 102050 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL 33037, the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida, intends to consider the adoption 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 2022 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. The public can participate in the December 8, 2021, 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

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If citizens have 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 audioonly from their phones by dialing (646) 518-9805 or (669) 900-6833 and, when prompted, enter the Webinar ID# 860 9612 7118 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# 860 9612 7118 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:// www.monroecounty-fl.gov/ BOCCMeetingDec8 (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) 292-4441, 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 21st day of October 2021.

LEGAL NOTICES KEVIN MADOK, Clerk of the Circuit Court and ex officio Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida Publish October 28, November 4, 11 & 18, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE SOLICITATIONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, December 2, 2021, at 3:00 P.M., the Monroe County Purchasing Office will receive and open sealed responses for the following: WEST APRON EXPANSION DRAINAGE INFRASTRUCTURE THE FLORIDA KEYS MARATHON INTERNATONAL AIRPORT MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Pursuant to F.S. § 50.0211(3) (a), all published competitive solicitation notices can be viewed at: www. floridapublicnotices.com, a searchable Statewide repository for all published legal notices. Requirements for submission and the selection criteria may be requested from DemandStar

by Onvia at www. demandstar.com OR www. monroecountybids.com. The Public Record is available 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 2, 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: West Apron Expansion Drainage Infrastructure the Florida Keys Marathon International Airport 12/02/2021 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 December 2, 2021. You may call in by phone or internet using the following: Join Zoom Meeting https://mcbocc.zoom.

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

All creditors of the decedent and other persons who have claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, and who have been served a copy of this notice, must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons who have claims or made demands against the decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEAR OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENTS DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. FIRST DATE OF PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE: October 21, 2021.

Personal Representative: Thomas Dorr Cleveland 100100 Overseas Hwy. #371602 Key Largo, FL 33037 Attorney for Personal Representative: Gus H. Crowell, P.A. Florida Bar No. 280781 Post Office Box 777 Tavernier, FL 33070 Tel: (305) 852-3206 Publish: October 21 & 28, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers

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: October 21, 2021.

Personal Representative: Jordan Renee Charipar 5536 41st Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55417 Attorney for Personal Representative: Bruce A. McDonald Florida Bar No. 263311 Suite B, PMB # 137 707 E. Cervantes St. Pensacola, FL 32501-3286 Ph. 850-776-5834 bamcdonald@pensacolalaw. com keiramcdonald@ pensacolalaw.com Publish: October 21 & 28, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 21-CP-000092-P IN RE: RAYMOND YU, Deceased.

NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION The administration of the estate of RAYMOND YU, deceased, File No. 21-CP000092-P, is pending in the Circuit Court of MONROE County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, Tavernier, Florida 33070. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

Any interested person upon whom this notice is served who intends to challenge the validity of the will, the qualifications of the personal representative, venue, or jurisdiction of the court, and all persons having claims against this estate who are served with a copy of this notice, are required to file with this court such objection or claim within the later of three months after the date of the first publication of this notice or 30 days after the date of service of a copy of this notice on that person.

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

ALL CLAIMS AND OBJECTIONS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. Personal Representative: Thomas Dorr Cleveland 100100 Overseas Hwy. #371602 Key Largo, FL 33037 Attorney for Personal Representative: Gus H. Crowell, P.A. Florida Bar No. 280781 Post Office Box 777 Tavernier, FL 33070 Tel: (305) 852-3206 Fax: (305) 852-3242 Publish: October 21 & 28, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA DIVISION: PROBATE FILE NO.: 21-CP-000092-P IN RE: ESTATE OF RAYMOND YU, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the Estate of RAYMOND YU, deceased, whose date of death was August 5, 2021, is pending in the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, File Number 21-CP-000092-P; the address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, Tavernier, FL 33070.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 21-CP-000108-P IN RE: ESTATE OF GEORGE A. PARKER, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of George A. Parker, deceased, whose date of death was July 17, 2020, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, Plantation Key, Florida 33070. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 21-CP-000095-P IN RE: ESTATE OF CHARLES J. SIMONS, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Charles J. Simons, deceased, whose date of death was June 28, 2021, is pending as Case No. 21-CP000095-P, in the Circuit Court of the 16th Judicial Circuit, in and for Monroe County, Florida, the address of which is Plantation Key Courthouse, Plantation Key Government Center, 88820 Overseas Highway, Tavernier, FL 33070; and the clerk’s address is: Monroe County Clerk of the Court, Probate Division, 50 High Point Road, Plantation Key, FL 33070.

The name and address 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 THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this Notice is: October 21, 2021.

Personal Representative: Susan Simons Slovich c/o Muller Lebensburger & Schwartz, P.A. 7385 Gallowqy Road, Suite 200 Miami, Florida 33173 Attorneys for Personal Representative: Brian Lebensburger Florida Bar No. 0114601 Muller Lebensburger & Schwartz, P.A. 7385 Gallowqy Road, Suite 200 Miami, Florida 33173 Telephone: (305) 670-6770

LEGAL NOTICES Facsimile: (305) 670-6769 Brian@mlcounsel.com Publish: October 21 & 28, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 20-CP-000301-K IN RE: ESTATE OF NICHOLAS ANDRE HAYWARD, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of NICHOLAS ANDRE HAYWARD, deceased, whose date of death was July 17, 2020 is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons who have 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 the 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) YEAR OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is October 21, 2021.

Personal Representative: MARIEL LOZANO CAMACHO c/o Jose Ignacio Leon, P.A. 2600 S. Douglas Road, Suite 502 Coral Gables, FL 33134 Attorney for Personal Representative: JOSE IGNACIO LEON, ESQ. Jose Ignacio Leon, P.A. 2600 S. Douglas Road, Suite 502 Coral Gables, FL 33134 Office: (305) 384-3386 Email: Jose@fleplaw.com Florida Bar No. 0110385 Publish: October 21& 28, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 21-CP-239-K IN RE: ESTATE OF DONITA JANE ROSENBERG, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Donita Jane Rosenberg, deceased, whose date of death was May 23, 2021, 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

LEGAL NOTICES 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: October 21, 2021.

Personal Representative: Amy M. Meyer W5038 Clearwater Lane Elkhorn, Wisconsin 53121 Attorney for Personal Representative: Robert K. Miller, Esq. Attorney 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: rmiller@floridakeyslaw. com Secondary E-Mail: service@ floridakeyslaw.com Publish: October 21 & 28, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION CASE NO.: 2021-CP-120-P IN RE: THE ESTATE OF TIMOTHY MICHAEL SWANN, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the Estate of Timothy Michael Swann, Deceased, whose date of death was May 20, 2021 and the last four digits of whose social security number are 8515, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, Tavernier, Florida 33070. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the Decedent and other persons having claims or demands against Decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the Decedent and other persons having claims or demands against Decedent’s estate must file their claims with this Court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN §733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES 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 the first publication of this notice is the 21st day of October, 2021.

Personal Representative: Dean Swann c/o Law Office of Jack Bridges, P.A. P.O. Box 1714 Tavernier, FL 33070-1714 (305) 664-9690 Attorney for Personal Representative: Jack Bridges Fla. Bar No. 175950 P.O. Box 1714 Tavernier, FL 33070-1714 (305) 664-9690 jack@jackbridges.us linda@jackbridges.us Publish: October 21 & 28, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 44-2021-CP-000114A001-PK IN RE: ESTATE OF BRUCE DOUGLAS FINK Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of BRUCE DOUGLAS FINK, deceased, whose date of death was July 9, 2021, is pending in the Circuit Court for MONROE County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, Plantation Key, Florida 33070. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME 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: October 28, 2021.

Personal Representative: Audrey Mullinix 118 Atlantic Road NPB, FL 33408 Attorney for Personal Representative: Daniel J. Probst, Esq. Attorney Florida Bar Number: 896888 Brookmyer, Hochman, Probst & Jonas, P.A. 800 Village Square Crossing, Suite 214 Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 Telephone: (561) 624-2110 Fax: (561) 656-2099 Primary E-mail: dan@ probstlaw.com Secondary E-Mail: roe@ probstlaw.com Publish:

LEGAL NOTICES October 28 & November 4, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 21-CP-000274-K IN RE: ESTATE OF CASI DELLA BAXTER, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the ESTATE OF CASI DELLA BAXTER, deceased, whose date of death was September 9, 2021 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 who have 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 THREE 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 the 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 October 28, 2021.

Personal Representative: LINDA NOELLE BAXTER 221 Avenida Central Indialantic, Florida 32903 Attorney for Personal Representative: EDMOND L. ELEY 1310 W. Eau Gallie Boulevard, Suite D Melbourne, FL 32935 (321) 259-7822 Florida Bar No. 0216623 Email: eleylaw@cfl.rr.com eleylawassistant@cfl.rr.com Publish: October 28 & November 4, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION CASE NO.: 21-CP-000096-P IN RE: ESTATE OF LEON ROBERT DERMER, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of LEON ROBERT DERMER, deceased, whose date of death was June 13, 2021, File Number 21-CP000096-P, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Plantation Key Courthouse, 88820 Overseas Highway, Tavernier, FL 33070. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s

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attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this court WITHIN 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, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN 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: October 28, 2021.

Personal Representative: JENNIFER SUE DERMER 124 South Drive Islamorada, FL 33036 Attorney for Personal Representative: STEVEN WARM, ESQUIRE Florida Bar No. 314544 3867 SW 93rd Terrace Gainesville, FL 32608 Telephone: (352) 373-8279 Email: sw@stevenwarm.com Publish: October 28 & November 4, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No.: 21-DR-568-K Division: Family STEPHANIE FACEY, Petitioner, and MARSHALL LEE HUDSON Respondent.

NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT) TO: Marshall Lee Hudson Last Known Address: Unknown YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for Dissolution of Marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Stephanie Facey, whose address is 3920 S. Roosevelt Blvd, Apt. 206 N, Key West, FL 33040, on or before November 22, 2021, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 500 Whitehead St., Key West, FL 33040 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.

The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: NONE Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request.

You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address.

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

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

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

Dated: 10/13/21 Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Tori Perez Deputy Clerk Publish: October 21 & 28, November 4 & 11 2021 The Weekly Newspapers

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 21-CP-28-M DIVISION: MIDDLE KEYS IN RE: ESTATE OF PHILIP SPIEGEL aka PHILLIP SPIEGEL aka PHILIP M. SPIEGEL aka PHILIP MORTON SPIEGEL BRODY, Deceased.

NOTICE OF ACTION (formal notice by publication) TO: All parties having or claiming to have any right, title or interest in the assets and estate of PHILIP SPIEGEL aka PHILLIP SPIEGEL aka PHILIP M. SPIEGEL aka PHILIP MORTON SPIEGEL BRODY YOU ARE NOTIFIED that Petition for Determination of Beneficiaries has been filed in this court. You are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, on petitioner’s attorney, whose name and address are: RICHARD E. WARNER, 12221 Overseas Highway, MARATHON, FL 33050 on or before November 22, 2021, and to file the original of the written defenses with the clerk of this court either before service or immediately thereafter. Failure to serve and file written defenses as required may result in a judgment or order for the relief demanded, without further notice.

Signed on this 1st day of October, 2021.

KEVIN MADOK As Clerk of the Court

By Shakia Mitchell Deputy Clerk Publish: October 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 19-CA-000891-K DIVISION: CIVIL JUDGE MARK WILSON Windward Pointe II, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company Plaintiff, vs.

Alejandra Brito, et al.

Defendants.

NOTICE OF SALE AS TO COUNT(S) I Notice is hereby given that on December 6, 2021 at 11:00am, 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 5711, Week 37, Odd Year Biennial Windward Pointe, a Leasehold Condominium (“Condominium”), according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof

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LEGAL NOTICES recorded in Official Records Book 1803, Page 844, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits attached thereto, and any amendments thereof (the “Declaration”). (Contract No.: 2-16950) 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 Final Judgment of Foreclosure, entered on September 29, 2021, in Civil Case No. 19-CA-000891-K, pending in the Circuit Court in Monroe County, Florida.

WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 13TH day of October, 2021 KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Shonta McLeod Deputy Clerk Publish: October 28 & November 4, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 44-2021-CC-61-K NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

BY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will on the 6TH day of December, 2021 at 11 o’clock a.m., 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 property situated in Monroe County, Florida, to wit: Unit 133, Week 36, Sunset Harbor Resort, a Condominium according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof recorded in Official Records Book 1376, Page 1093, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits thereto, and any amendments thereof (hereafter the “Declaration”).

Pursuant to IN REM FINAL JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE AFTER DEFAULT AS TO COUNT(S) I entered in a case pending in said Court, the 28th day of September 2021 Style of which is: SUNSET HARBOR DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP, A FLORIDA GENERAL PARTNERSHIP Plaintiff, VS. CHRISTOPHER RAY GRAY, et al.

Defendant.

And the Docket Number of which is Number 44-2021-CC61-K WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 21ST day of October, 2021 KEVIN MADOK Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Shonta McLeod Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from this sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.

Publish: October 28 & November 4, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 20-CA-000553-K DIVISION: CIVIL JUDGE BONNIE J. HELMS Windward Pointe Condominium Association of Key West, Inc., a corporation not-for-profit under the laws of the State of Florida Plaintiff, vs.

The Estate of Richard Charles McNulty, et al.

Defendants.

NOTICE OF SALE AS TO COUNT(S) III Notice is hereby given that on December 6, 2021 at 11:00am, 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 5132, Week 13, Annual Windward Pointe, a Leasehold Condominium (“Condominium”), according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof recorded in Official Records Book 1803, Page 844, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits attached thereto, and any amendments thereof (the “Declaration”). (Contract No.: 2-12232) 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 Final Judgment of Foreclosure, entered on September 29, 2021, in Civil Case No. 20-CA-000553-K, pending in the Circuit Court in Monroe County, Florida.

WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 13TH day of October, 2021 KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Shonta McLeod Deputy Clerk Publish: October 28 & November 4, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers

28th day of September 2021 Style of which is: WINDWARD POINTE II, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Plaintiff, VS. DEBBY CHUMLEY SMITH, et al.

Defendant.

And the Docket Number of which is Number 44-2021-CC64-K WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 21ST day of October, 2021 KEVIN MADOK Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Shonta McLeod Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from this sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.

Publish: October 28 & November 4, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 44-2021-CC-64-K NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

BY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will on the 6TH day of December, 2021 at 11 o’clock a.m., 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 property situated in Monroe County, Florida, to wit: Unit 5614, Week 44, Odd Year Biennial Windward Pointe, A Leasehold Condominium (“Condominium”), according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof recorded in Official Records Book 1803, Page 844, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits thereto, and any amendments thereof (the “Declaration”).

Pursuant to IN REM SUMMARY FINAL JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE AS TO COUNT(S) I entered in a case pending in said Court, the

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 44-2020-CC-242-K NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

BY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will on the 6TH day of December, 2021 at 11 o’clock a.m., 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 property situated in Monroe County, Florida, to wit: Unit 112, Week 8, Sunset Harbor Resort, a Condominium according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof 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”).

Pursuant to IN REM SUMMARY FINAL JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE AS TO COUNT(S) I entered in a case pending in said Court, the 28th day of September 2021 Style of which is: SUNSET HARBOR RESORT CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC., A NONPROFIT CORPORATION UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA Plaintiff, VS. CHARLES LANNING WILLIAMS, INDIVIDUALLY AND AS POTENTIAL HEIR TO MARA WILLIAMS, et al.

Defendant.

And the Docket Number of which is Number 44-2020-CC242-K WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 21ST day of October, 2021 KEVIN MADOK Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Shonta McLeod Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from this sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.

Publish: October 28 & November 4, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers

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Exp in the marine field preferred but not necessary. Exp w/ Caterpillar and Cummins Marine Engines a plus.

Diesel Mechanic Assistant position available.

Motivated candidate willing to learn a new trade or expand current skills.

Company willing to train.

Qualified applicants please call 305-2892070 or email resume to neil@allkeysdiesel.com . Drug Free and valid Drivers License a must..

Marathon - For Rent Conch House , 1 BR suite, Waterview, Furnished (TV, Q bed, appliances, linens, dishes, table_ $1,650/month + electric, water & sewer. AND 2 BR House available Jan. 1st - Unfurnished, new kitchen, tile floors, huge closets. $2,200/month incl. electric..

Very quiet, gated property.

Dock available. Year lease 305-610-8002

BOATS FOR SALE

12' Jon Boat w/ 6 hp Nissan motor. Located in Marathon SOLD! 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

Marathon Moose Lodge is looking for a cook. Hours are Tuesday - Saturday 2-8pm. Please apply in person @ 11601 1st Ave Gulf, Marathon, Fl 33050. Pay $15.00 - $20.00 depending on experience.

City of Marathon – Job Openings: Marina Custodian/ Maintenance and Marina Technician/ Pump Out Captain. Full Benefits. EOE Please see City website for details www.ci.marathon.fl.us Groundskeeper/ M a i n t e n a n c e person, KCB, Sea Isle Condominium, 20 hrs. per week, $20 per hr., apply by e-mail to HardingThomasL@ aol.com, text or call 734-476-0531.

NOW HIRING: Sweet Savannah's is now hiring for all shifts.

Please apply in person at 8919 Overseas Highway in Marathon.

RN’s needed for Crisis Stabilization Unit. PT/FT/ per diem. Open 24/7. Day & night avail with shift diff.

Drug screen. we s tc a re. co m Immediate openings for experienced plumbers and helpers (with or without

The Marathon Yacht Club is looking to hire a full time Office Admin $20 per Hr. - 36 Hrs per week - Tuesday - Friday 9 AM - 5 PM & Saturday 9 AM - 1 PM - Proficiency in Excel and Word a must - Pleasant personality - Please call 305-7436739 to schedule an appointment for interview.

The Marathon Yacht Club is looking to hire a part time Bookkeeper - 16 - 20 Hrs per week - Must learn to operate Club Management software - Please call 305-7436739 to schedule an appointment for interview.

The Marathon Yacht Club is looking to hire part time Bartenders/ Servers. $12/hr and guaranteed 20% gratuity - Employee Meals Private Club - Friendly Atmosphere - Tuesday Saturday 4pm to 10 pm - Call 305-743-6739 to schedule an interview.

Charter Captain / Mate Busy fishing charter business in Marathon looking for experienced fishing Captain/Mate.

Busy boats and location.

Offshore, Inshore, Reef/ Wreck. Also part-time Boat Cleaner needed for afternoons. Send text or call 305-481-3259 Come Join Our Family and Have Fun At Work!

Hiring: Host, Hostess & Servers - Full &/or parttime. AM & PM Shifts.

Apply in person at Castaway Restaurant, end of 15th Street, Oceanside, Marathon or email: lobstercrawl@ g m a i l . c o m

Place your EMPLOYMENT ad here.

Only $25.00/week for up to five lines of copy. Call 305-743-0844 today!

HOBBIES/COLLECT.

PRIVATE COLLECTOR WANTS Rolex, Dive Watches and Pilot Watches.

Old Model Military Clocks & Watches.

Call 305-743-4578 BASEBALL AND SPORTS MEMORABILIA WANTED. Private collector buying sports cards, old programs, pennants, autographs, photographs, ticket stubs, bobbin’ head dolls, etc. Call Alan 503-481-0719 HOMES FOR SALE

Duplex for sale.

2nd Avenue Gulf, Marathon 305-481-1316 HOUSING FOR RENT

Place your HOUSING FOR RENT ad here. Only $25.00/week for up to five lines of copy. Call 305-743-0844 today!

NOW HIRING

OUTDOOR PRIVATE ESTATE HOUSEMAN Islamorada | Full Time | $18.00 +/hr Must have previous houseman or related experience, valid US DL and SSN. Must be able to pass background checks and be a self-starter who can follow directions ESTAMOS CONTRATANDO Tiempo completo, mantenimiento de exterior en casa privada.

Localizada en Islamorada, a $18.00+/hr. experiencia previa requerida o similar. Licencia valida en EE.UU. y numero de Seguro social. Capaz de pasar verificacion de antecedents y prueba de droga. Emprendedor motivado capaz de seguir instruciones.

Email resume & references to Lnz777@aol.com or mail to: Resume, c/o Post Net, 88005 Overseas Hwy, Suite 10, Box #162, Islamorada, FL 33036

305.743.0844

RESIDENTIAL INSPECTOR/ASST. BUILDING OFFICIAL REPORTS TO: Building Official HOURS: 7:00am to 4:00pm or as set by Building Official SALARY RANGE: $68,000 - $78,000 depending on qualifications

LOT FOR SALE

LOT FOR SALE 100'x 100' - Venetian Shores, MM 86, Snake Creek Bridge views. Asking $1.3 Million. Call 5615 7 9 - 8 3 9 9 UNDER CONTRACT!!

DRY LOT ON DUCK KEY for sale. 106 S. Bahama Drive. Call 305-481-1316 OFFICE/COMMERC. SPACE FOR RENT

MAJOR FUNCTIONS: Building Inspector must have the physical, and mental ability to perform job tasks, work efforts, responsibilities, and duties of the job illustrated. The job description herein provides for the range of duties to be performed for this position. It is not intended to reflect all duties that are required within this position.

JOB DESCRIPTION: A Building Inspector performs construction inspections on development projects, in accordance with relevant state and local codes, standards, approved plans, and manufacturer specifications and requirements.

An Inspector plays an important role in ensuring that approved development is safe and meets the standards set forth in the Florida Building Code and the City of Key Colony Beach.

DUTIES: • Performs daily requested inspections and re-inspections, if necessary, in accordance with Florida Building Code, and City of Key Colony Beach Codes and Regulations.

• Prepares written lists of violations and departures from approved plans and/or manufacturer specifications/requirements.

Marathon Commercial Space. US1-MM50. Ideal location at Mid Town Center-next to Wendy's.

2,800 sq ft divided into 11 offices, reception area, kitchen, 2 restrooms, 2nd floor, elevator, plenty of parking. Contact Jim Chaplin. 305-481-7557. jim@chappytimes.com

• Posts Stop Work Orders as directed, or when necessary for unpermitted or illegal work.

1,082 SF office space.

Renovated Corner Unit for rent in Islamorada. $3,000/month Call 305.712.8888

• Prepares and Assists Code Enforcement Officer with monthly reports or code cases to be heard by Code Board.

Beautiful Office Space available for rent now on US1 in Tavernier @MM92.

Call 305-394-0530 RV SITE FOR RENT

RV Large Lot for Rent in Marathon. Available Nov. 1. $1,600/month + util. Key RV, 6099 Overseas Hwy #15-E. 760-565-7210 or 760- 574- 4915 Place your RV SITE FOR RENT ad here. Only $25.00/week for up to five lines of copy. Call 305-743-0844 today!

YARD SALES

Huge Yard Sale Sat. Oct. 30 from 8am12noon.

Emptied storage unit: Camping, bicycles, anchor, home goods, tools, electrical, plumbing.

MM106 Bayside Follow signs to Lake Surprise - Big Pine Road.

Place your YARD SALE ad here. Only $25.00/ week for up to five lines of copy. Call 305743-0844 today and get your stuff sold!

• Enters inspection results and comments in a timely manner into City approved permitting system.

• Assists Building Official in daily operations of the Building Department • Performs Safety Inspections on all rental properties (Fire Safety Inspector 1 License required within the 1st year of employment) • Assists Building Official with input on yearly budget for Building Department.

• Office duties including scanning and filing of all permits.

• Obtains and Coordinates information as requested by City Manager and Commissioners for meeting presentations.

• Completes all additional duties as they are assigned.

EDUCATION/SKILLS: • Knowledge of construction codes, standards, and ordinances both State and City of Key Colony Beach.

• Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques used in the building construction industry.

• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with owners and contractors.

• Ability to perform job effectively and efficiently during times of high volume construction activity.

• Knowledge or ability to learn specialized software related to electronic permitting, plans review, and inspections.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate of an accredited high school or possess an acceptable equivalency diploma and have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in the building construction profession or trades. Must have a valid drivers license at time of employment.

Must have a Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation Building Inspectors license or the ability to obtain a Provisional License within 120 days of employment. Must have or be able to obtain within one (1) year a Florida Fire Safety Inspector 1 license.

Submit resume and completed online application to: City of Key Colony Beach City Hall, Attn: City Clerk 600 West Ocean Drive, PO Box 510141, Key Colony Beach, FL 33051 Or email to: cityclerk@keycolonybeach.net Application form: https://keycolonybeach.net/apply-for-a-job Equal Opportunity Employer

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PARADING WITH SCHOOL PRIDE

Coral Shores homecoming excites with procession

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oral Shores students decorated vehicles and put on costumes as they paraded up the Old Highway for the homecoming parade on Oct. 15. Parents watched alongside the road as floats decorated to themes, including from the movies “Star Wars” and “Up,” passed by.

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DOUG FINGER/Keys Weekly 1. Coral Shores Hurricanes football players enjoy a ride in the back of a pickup truck.

2. The American flag is draped over the Old Highway as the Coral Shores High School homecoming parade commences.

3. Homecoming king and queen candidates, seniors Dominick Monteagudo and Zoe Myers, participate in the parade.

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4. Coral Shores students on Marvel “Avengers” themed parade float.

5. Dancers from On Your Toes Studio in Tavernier perform during the parade.

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6. Coral Shores swimmers douse the crowd in water.

For a full gallery, visit keysweekly.com

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES •

305.743.0844

KEY COLONY BEACH PUBLIC WORKS LABORER 1 Department: Public Works Department Job Summary: This position involves operating equipment, performing manual labor and custodial duties to participate in the completion of assigned duties. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Public Works Director.

TEXT “MYTOMTHUMB” TO

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Apply online at mytomthumb.com/employment

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

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

NOW HIRING Full or Part Time Guest Services

Answer phones, take reservations, greet customers with a smile. Cashier responsibilities, must be able to multi task.

Please apply in person at

Aquarium Encounters 11710 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

Essential Duties: The following duties are typical for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Cleans, maintains, and repairs City’s restrooms, parks, and facilities.

• Maintenance of the city’s roadways, including patching, sweeping, street light repair, signage and paint striping.

• Mows and trims city right-of-ways and parks. Trims all city trees and hedges and applies herbicide as needed.

• Collects debris and litter left in city parks, stormwater systems, roadways, and right-of-ways etc.

• Assists wastewater contractor with wastewater plant maintenance.

• Maintains vehicles and equipment.

Education/Training: Prefer High School Diploma or GED. Knowledge, Skills, And Ability: • Experience in basic plumbing and irrigation systems repairs.

• Experience with basic electrical repairs • Some knowledge of methods and practices of maintaining and repairing roadways.

• Some knowledge of the materials, equipment, procedures and methods used in public works construction and maintenance activities.

• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions necessary in the operation of equipment and of the use of chemicals.

• Some knowledge of carpentry and mechanical skills.

• Some knowledge of basic masonry techniques.

• Ability to understand, interpret, and carry out oral and written instructions.

• Ability to understand and interpret simple diagrams and drawings of assigned projects.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other city staff and the general public.

• Ability to operate or willingness to learn how to operate such equipment as a backhoe, dump truck, tractor, mowing equipment, bucket truck, chain saws, limb saw, welder and various hand tools as required.

• Ability to recognize, address and/or report safety concerns or maintenance needs of City equipment, facilities and/or property.

• Ability to work in extreme weather and heat for prolong periods of time.

• Ability to follow direction and manage time.

• Ability to work from heights of up to 40ft from a bucket truck Supervisory and Managerial Responsibility: None.

Minimum Qualifications: Prefer a background in general trade knowledge, which could include janitorial, construction, road work, previous public works employment, equipment operations, or vehicle and equipment maintenance.

Possession of valid State of FL driver’s license (Class C).

Physical Demands and Work Environment: Physical Abilities: Tasks involve the ability to exert physical effort in moderate to intense work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, shoveling, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (up to 100 pounds). The majority of a normal work day involves standing or walking.

Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discern colors or shades of colors. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discern sounds. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discern odors.

Some tasks require depth perception. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discern textures. Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communication ability.

Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions including, but not limited to, dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, and toxic agents.

Deadline to submit application & resume: November 5, 2021.

Please apply through https://keycolonybeach.net/apply-for-a-job/ before the application deadline of November 5, 2021. Please also email your resume to: cityclerk@keycolonybeach.net

FULL TIME OPENING CUS TOMER S ERV I CE RE PRE S ENT A T I V E Coordinate aircraft transactions with customers and the line service technicians Professional customer service skills and the ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and overtime as needed, are required Pay rate $17-$19/hr depending on experience, excellent benefits, and a fun work environment

Contact Will Zimdars will@marathonaviation.com EOE/Drug-free workplace

FULL TIME OPENING L I NE SERV I CE P E RSONNE L Greet and fuel aircraft Prior aviation experience preferred Clean driving record required Pay rate $17-$19/hr depending on experience, excellent benefits, and a fun work environment

Contact Will Zimdars will@marathonaviation.com EOE/Drug-free workplace

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES 305.743.0844 • CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • •305.743.0844

Join Our Team!

Careers Available In:

NOW HIRING:

Branch • Accounting • Maintenance Credit • Business Development

Hosts Waitstaff Bartenders Bar Backs Bussers Line Cooks Dishwashers

D’Asign Source is seeking the following professionals.

Overtime and benefits are available.

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

Apply in person at Sunset Grille & Raw Bar, 7 Knight’s Key Blvd, Marathon

SIGNING BONUS

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

Starting Salary $18/hour

Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance

Fun, Fast-Paced Environment

Tuition Reimbursement

Quarterly Cash Profit Sharing

Paid Holidays, Vacation & Sick Time

Great Hours

401K Employer Match

Health Benefits Great Work Environment Paid Vacation Construction Foreman Coordination and participation in onsite construction process.

Carpenter

Apply Online! KeysBank.com/Careers

Must present high attention to detail; workmanship must be very high quality.

Lead AV Technician AV & Home Automation installations.

EOE-M/F/V/D

Member FDIC

Equal Housing Lender

Marathon Assistant Branch Manager

The Guidance/Care Center, Inc. a division of

“Uplifting the human spirit since 1973”

THE GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER, Inc.

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in Marathon

KEY LARGO

full -time Educational Program Guide /Gift Shop Sales. Public speaking & retail sales experience helpful. 4

Behavioral Health Counselor, FT (Children) Substance Abuse Counselor (PT)

KEY WEST

Behavioral Health Therapist, FT (Children, Adult) Behavioral Health Therapist, PT (Child Welfare) Clinical Coordinator, Adult Services Peer Support Specialist Crisis Counselor Case Managers (Adult, Forensic, Children ) Motivational Support Specialist Substance Abuse Counselor Behavioral Health Counselor Engagement Specialist (Suicide Prevention)

Send resume to: Turtlehospitalmarathon@gmail.com

MARATHON GARBAGE SERVICE We are now hiring for the following positions:

Diesel Mechanic Truck Helpers CDL Drivers

MARATHON Admissions Specialist

Affordable Housing Opportunity Available

Care Coordinator Maintenance Specialist Housekeeper Engagement Specialist (Suicide Prevention) Behavioral Health Therapist (Children) RNs and LPNs (3 shifts) (PT/FT & per diem) Advocate (PT) *Assisted Living Night Monitor (FREE HOUSING!) *Assisted Living Support Worker (PT) *Behavioral Health Technicians (3 shifts) (PT/FT & per diem)

Apply Online! KeysBank.com/Careers

*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!

Excellent Starting Salary

Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance

Fun, Fast-Paced Environment

Tuition Reimbursement

Quarterly Cash Profit Sharing

Paid Holidays, Vacation & Sick Time

Great Hours

401K Employer Match

Background and drug screen req.

COMPETITIVE PAY! EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS!!!

Applicants must apply in person to be considered.

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

4290 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

Member FDIC

EOE-M/F/V/D

Equal Housing Lender

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Our award winning resort is currently hiring for the following hourly positions:

NOW HIRING Restaurant Host Servers Bartender Food Runner

TOUR GUIDES NEEDED

Restaurant General Managers

BE A PART OF KEYS HISTORY

BOGIE & BACALL'S SEA SENOR

KITCHEN TEAM Pastry Chef Chief Steward Overnight Cook Fine Dining Chef Restaurant Chef

HOUSEKEEPING TEAM

Pigeon Key Foundation seeks part time historic tour guide. Upbeat, friendly and confident professional with ability to multi task and work outdoors in all seasons. Pigeon Key is a drug free work place. Please complete application at pigeonkey.net or email chris@pigeonkey.net.

Day & Overnight Houseman Room Attendant Public Area Attendant AM & PM Supervisors

Apply At:

Transitional Living Program – Key West

YOUTH SUPPORT STAFF/DEVELOPMENT COACH MENTOR

To view job openings, please go to:

If you are interested in a career working with children, this could be the opportunity for you. You must be at least 21 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent to apply. Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Some nights and weekends required. Pay rate is $15 to $16 an hour depending on ability and qualifications. Licensure and quality assurance standards require both male and female staff.

All employees must retain a valid Florida driver’s license and receive background check and drug screening.

IRA, Dental and Vision insurance, Paid time off, Gym membership.

Please send resume via e-mail to: kandrade@fkcs.org

Busy Key Largo Dive Center has immediate openings for

BOAT CAPTAINS $1,500 SIGNING BONUS

APPLY TODAY!!!

Online at www.noblehousehotels.com/careers In person at Zero Duval St. Ocean Key Resort and Spa is EOE.

Apply in person at: Courtyard Marriott Marathon 2146 Overseas Hwy, Marathon Or email resume to: jtyson@shanercorp.com, 305.289.2100

Apply in Person, Start Today!

Courtyard Marriott Marathon 2146 Overseas Hwy • 305-289-2100

www.bungalowskeylargo.com/ careers

HOUSEKEEPING CULINARY F&B FRONT OFFICE RESERVATIONS OFFICE SPA TERRE

GREAT PAY, HEALTH & TRAVEL BENEFITS

F/T and P/T Bartenders & Servers for BlueWaters Pool Bar and Wedding Event Bartenders $10/hour Great Tips Health Benefits & Room Discounts Sign-on bonus Poolside setting with Gulf View

Bellman Watersports Reservations/Front Desk Agents AM & PM Shifts Available

PART TIME AND FULL TIME OPPORTUNITIES W/FLEXIBLE SCHEDULES

Previous hotel experience required

NOW HIRING:

OPERATIONS TEAM

Bungalows Key Largo is an EOE

EVENING MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

Experience Required. Paid per trip plus tips & sales commission.

Send resume to resumes@rainbowreef.com

PART-TIME CASE MANAGER POSITIONS FOR BUSY NON-PROFIT 28 hours per week. Two positions open one serving Emergency Shelter and one Mentally Ill Adults. Must have excellent communication, organizational, and computer skills. Must be compassionate and professional. Bachelor’s degree and field experience a plus. Drug free workplace, EOE. Please send resume and cover letter to sholt@fkoc.org. No calls.

and cover letter to sholt@fkoc.org. No phone calls.

NOW HIRING Full or Part Time Guest Services

Answer phones, take reservations, greet customers with a smile. Cashier responsibilities, must be able to multi task.

Please apply in person at

Aquarium Encounters 11710 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

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LET’S DO BUSINESS - 305.363.2957 y’s www.KeysSlidingGlassDoorRepair.com d n A Sliding Glass Door Repair Roller Maintenance Track Maintenance Door Alignment Security Pins Safety Locks Handles

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We Also Repair & Replace Patio Door Screens

RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL Windows • Doors

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Precision Pavers Belgard Brick | Clean & Seals | Old Castle Coastal WE WILL MAKE YOUR DRIVEWAY LOOK NEW AGAIN Brick Driveway | Patios | Pool | Decks | Retaining Walls

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

Sales & Installation • Tub & Shower Enclosures Safety & Tempered Glass • Mirror & Mirror Walls Plexi-Glass & Lexan

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CALL US FOR A FREE HOME ESTIMATE

When it comes to solar and power storage for your home in the Florida Keys, turn to the Florida Keys Local Experts at SALT Energy.

A division of SALT Service, serving The Keys since 1989

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Your local, residential lending expert!

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SUV, Van & Limousine options available Call us for special events.

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

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

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RUNNING TO VICTORY Marathon’s Zapata wins boys; Key West’s Dubyk-Cassidy prevails in girls

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unners descended to Marathon’s Sombrero Beach on Oct. 19 for the All-County Cross Country race. The boys division was won

by Marathon’s Pedro Zapata and the girls division was won by Catarina Dubyk-Cassidy, of Key West.

— Weekly staff report BARRY GAUKEL/Keys Weekly 1. Key West’s Catarina Dubyk-Cassidy finishes first for the girls with a time of 21:11.

2. Second place in the girls division goes to Marathon’s Mikkel Ross.

3. Kai Guth, of Coral Shores, finishes in fifth place in the girls race.

4. More than 20 Keys boys runners take part in the All-County Cross Country race.

5. Coral Shores Simon Gutierrez finishes second in the boys race.

6. The start of the girls race during the All-County Cross Country race at Sombrero Beach.

7. The 2021 Key West, Coral Shores and Marathon cross country teams.

8. Pedro Zapata finishes first for Marathon with a time of 17:11.

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Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Founders Park, Islamorada Great Lawn & Amphitheater

Shopping, conservation and environmental exhibits Including live animals

Complete our

Ticketed Raffle Items MANG, Toadfish Outfitters, ReelSkipper, YETI, I.Care, and more!

Scavenger Hunt!

Receive a reusable cup and one free raffle ticket!

Live Music All Day Adrienne Z, Micah Gardner, Scott Youngberg, Pasta & the Lower Mat Cats

Family Activities Coral exhibit, rock climbing, educational science games

Bring a Toy! Help us fill our Toys for Tots box

Food Provided By MEAT Eatery & Taproom

and get one free beer ticket for Florida Keys Brewing Co. beer!

Florida Keys Brewing Company pouring Mote's Resistant Strain Beer benefitting coral restoration

moteoceanfest.org

Mote Marine Laboratory was founded on three basic principles: passion, partnership and philanthropy.

Your support of this event will benefit our ongoing coral reef research and restoration efforts.