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estrooms, trail enhancements, minimized parking and recreational water access are among the proposed developments within two proposed visions for the Fills in Islamorada. Consultants hired by the village are set to present data and feedback from the public, as well as the visions, to the dais at a meeting inside Founders Park Community Center on Thursday, Feb. 17. But survey results and comments gathered from the public over the past several months show many opposed to the idea of enhancing the Fills experience. A stakeholder survey presentation by CPH Inc. unveiled in November gathered some 344 responses and comments from local residents. Of those responding, 92% said they owned property in the village. Roughly 60% of the respondents were opposed to the idea of bringing active recreation, like boat and kayak access, to Indian Key Fill and passive uses, such as bike and pedestrian amenities, to Tea Table and Lignumvitae Fills. The area stretches between MM 79.6 and 77.7. Results also show that residents were split on the idea of overlooks

and pull-off areas to allow safe and specified locations for taking photos of the water and viewing sunsets. As for parking, a high number of respondents, 61%, disagreed with the idea on the Fills. But if parking was provided, 77% believed people should be charged for using the parking spots. A majority also believed in charges for boat launch parking. Roughly 52% said they’re strongly opposed to restroom facilities on the Fills. Many also strongly agreed on a swim ban along the Fills, as well as no-wake zones. A number of comments mention that the Fills isn’t a park and that it should be kept natural without any development. “This is a critical narrow area and its use should be limited accordingly. It is not suitable for a recreational area,” said one resident who provided a comment. A seven-page document posted to the Fills Master Plan website includes the 340-plus responses from residents. Community workshops last October saw residents meeting oneon-one with consultants to provide comments. A community survey was also sent out with responses back by mid-November. Another workshop in December saw a red dot/green dot exercise led by Javier Omana,

director of land planning services with CPH, Inc. A workshop on Feb. 3 saw discussion on concepts. Following a presentation, the council will select and approve a concept and budget. A final concept and design report is expected by mid-March. In March 2021, village council members unanimously approved to go with CPH Inc. to assist in developing a master plan for the property, which is owned by the Florida Department of Transportation and Department of Environmental Protection. A pair of sublease agreements are in place between the village and the state agencies that give Islamorada the ability to manage and maintain the Fills. That agreement began in 2019. While authorized to control parking and access, the village is also required to submit a management plan for each agency’s approval. Mayhem at the Fills came to a breaking point in June 2019, just after the Memorial Day Weekend, when scenes of overfilled dumpsters and the littering of plastic bags and beer cans caused an uproar among residents and then council members. By 2020, measures were taken to reduce parking space on the Fills. Barricades and orange cones still remain. A ramp on Indian Key remains closed, but it could open soon once Florida Keys Electric Cooperative completes line pole repairs.

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RENOVATIONS RULE THE DAY AT BOCC MEETING IMPROVEMENTS TO KEY WEST AIRPORT, LIBRARIES AND TRAFFIC DISCUSSED

THE END OF AN ERA Tom Hambright retires after 36 years as county historian

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t the Feb. 16 Board of County Commissioners meeting, the overall theme was improvements, whether it was renovating Key West Airport’s Concourse A, introducing advanced technology into the library system or fixing traffic on the Stretch. David Strickland, the director of county airports, gave an update about the renovations at Key West airport’s Concourse A. He announced that he has been able to slice $2.4 million off the budget by making design decisions that are easier on the wallet: a virtual reality experience will replace an aquarium as a design element; terrazzo floors are being switched with a more cost-effective type of flooring; and a “spider glass” curtain wall of windows will be a cheaper two-panel window instead. Though the renovations of the concourse are still in the design phase, Strickland showed a video of what they will look like. After exiting their plane, passengers will walk through a virtual reality underwater “experience.” The star of the video caused some chuckles: a huge bar lining the wall of baggage claim. “You would be surprised how many arriving passengers talk about that,” said Strickland, in response to the laughs. “If they’re new to Key West and have never been before, they want their drink.” Library director Kimberly Matthews spoke about the new technology being introduced in the libraries as a result of a recent federal grant: $975,000 from the American Rescue Plan Act. Matthews said that new tech includes self-service machines for printing, laptops and charging sta-

tions, and a holds locker that will be available 24/7 outside of the libraries. She also announced 24/7 stand-alone-unit libraries that will contain 340 books and DVDs. “The purpose is to provide service in underserved areas, like Stock Island and in the Tavernier area,” explained Matthews. She said staff is currently negotiating to lease a space next to the Tavernier Winn-Dixie. The unit will be available 24/7 and have an LCD screen in front. When Rice expressed concern about vandalism, Matthews replied that these units have scratch-proof exteriors and have been deployed across the country without any complaints of vandalism. Sheriff Rick Ramsay unexpectedly introduced a light moment when discussing his item: a request to ask FDOT for fencing or foliage at mile marker 109 on the Stretch. The reason? To prevent “lookey loos.” Evidently, this part of the stretch is called Bikini Beach, and traffic screeches to a halt so drivers and passengers can get an eyeful of the swimmers hanging out on the sand. So a barrier of some sort would prevent the slowdown of traffic by obstructing the view. “Although we are a scenic highway, that track is a little too scenic?” asked Mayor David Rice, with a chuckle. “Yes, it appears to be too scenic, Mr. Mayor,” replied the sheriff. He explained that during peak season traffic backs up two miles north and south on the Stretch and a lot of accidents happen as a result, causing police and fire-rescue services to be tied up. The board resolved to give Ramsey permission to ask FDOT for a visual barrier at MM 109, whether it’s foliage or a fence.

Monroe County Public Library Historian Tom Hambright, center, will retire on Feb. 23 after 36 years with the county. At the Feb. 16 Board of County Commissioners meeting, seen here, the board members decreed that Hambright is "Historian Emeritus." KRISTEN LIVENGOOD/Monroe County

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nne L. Rice, assistant director of support services for Monroe County Public Library, will miss the way Tom Hambright delicately handled historical papers, such as the tattered love letters from a soldier. Michael Nelson, the library’s assistant director of public services, will miss his very presence — the way he came into the library every day during COVID, even during the closures, wearing a tie along with his mask. “There will be a void in the Florida History Room without doubt,” Key West author and ghost hunter David Sloan said. “But Tom earned his retirement a thousand times over. Tom’s retirement marks the end of an era.” The Board of County Commissioners agrees. Hambright will be retiring on Wednesdsay, Feb. 23 — his 84th birthday — after 36 years with the county as a historian. So in his honor, the board decreed that he is now Historian Emeritus in a ceremony at their Feb. 16 meeting. Hambright spoke to Keys Weekly after the ceremony. “It’s satisfying, but it’s going to be boring,” he confided with a laugh. “But I’m turning 84.” He said his favorite part of the job was “when you find something new.” As an example, he excitedly talked about new documents that he discovered recently while researching the 200th anniversary of Key West. He was reading papers that described the events of March 25, 1822, when U.S. Navy Lt. Matthew Perry planted the American flag on island soil. Hambright learned from a document that Key West founding father John W. C. Fleming attended this flag raising and sang a song. “And we didn’t know this before,” he said, with a gleam in his eye. The fact that he still digs through documents jives with his passion for

history, according to Alex Vega. Vega founded the Key West Firehouse Museum in 1991 and received a lot of help from Hambright with research. The two became friends. “His passion for history rubs off on you,” Vega said. “He used to go on vacation and go to the National Archives in D.C., just researching things about Key West. Who has that time to do that? But I found myself on a few similar trips, all because of him.” “Tom's legacy is so huge it's hard to capture, but I'd say it's one of tirelessly preserving and incredibly generous sharing the history of the Keys in so many different ways,” said Nancy Klingener, reporter for WLRN and a former coworker of his at the library. She complimented his archiving of local history. “The newsletters of the Key West Maritime Historical Society are our local historical journal,” she continued. “And more recently the publicly accessible image archive on Flickr has brought the history of the Keys to the world — way more people than could ever make it to the little library on Fleming Street.” And Sloan credits Hambright with changing his life. “When I moved to Key West in 1996 to start the original ghost tour, no one was talking about ghosts,” Sloan said. “No books in the library, no one telling stories on the streets. I packed up my car and was ready to leave town when something told me to go back to the Florida History Room. Tom Hambright was there. I told him I was looking for a book on ghosts, and without looking up, he said, ‘There are none.’ As I turned to leave, he looked up and said, ‘No ghost books, but we have plenty of ghosts.’ Tom disappeared into the vault and returned with a folder full of newspaper clippings related to Key West’s haunted history. That moment changed the course of my life. I can’t imagine where I might have ended up were it not for Tom.”

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WATER WAR ENSUES Opponents say Senate bill a threat to Everglades progress

petition has more than 37,400 signatures from opponents to a Senate bill that, they say, poses a threat to more clean water flows south to the Everglades. The full Senate will now consider the proposal, which faces opposition from Gov. Ron DeSantis, environmental organizations and local Keys fishing guides. Senate Bill 2508, which surfaced from the Senate Appropriations Committee on Feb. 4, addresses funding decisions related to environmental resources in the Senate’s budget for the upcoming fiscal year. Before the release of state funds, the proposed bill requires the South Florida Water Management District to certify recommendations to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers that do not “diminish the quantity of water available to existing legal users.” In addition, the bill authorizes use of state funds, originally set aside for the Everglades Agricultural Area Reservoir, also be used for the Lake Okeechobee Watershed — namely the C-43 West Basin Reservoir Storage project and the Indian River Lagoon-South project. On Feb. 9, the bill moved out of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee via a 16-4 vote. The bill goes before Senators for second reading on Thursday, Feb. 17. The earlier subcommittee meeting was the first chance the public had to voice comments on Senate Bill 2508. Many Keys fishing guides, including Matt Bellinger, ventured to Tallahassee to relay their concerns. A backcountry captain of 32 years, Bellinger told legislators how he saw the loss of 70,000 acres of seagrass inside Everglades National Park due to salinity issues in a two-day period. “It was a season of drought, but we had no water coming in. It was the same time water was being sent east and west to Caloosahatchee and St. Lucie canals, destroying their environment. If that was going to a reservoir, which is under construction, these things would have never happened,” he said. The legislation highlights an ongoing battle over Lake Okeechobee’s water supply in various parts of Florida. City of West Palm Beach officials are backing the Senate proposal, which

they say prioritizes water for nearly 130,000 residents, customers and visitors. Organizations like The Everglades Foundation and Captains for Clean Water, as well as Keys fishing guides, say the bill would reverse years of progress in Everglades restoration. According to the Everglades Foundation, the bill jeopardizes construction of the EAA Reservoir, which would send clean water south while reducing damaging discharges from Lake Okeechobee to the east and west coasts. Also at risk is a balanced approach to water management reached through the Lake Okeechobee System Operating Manual (LOSOM), which considers future Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan infrastructure that provides additional flexibility for lake operation. “The EAA reservoir is the crown jewel of Everglades restoration,” states the Everglades Foundation. “We cannot allow it to be jeopardized. There’s too much at stake. The Everglades Foundation will continue to fight to construct the EAA reservoir and reduce harmful discharges from Lake Okeechobee.” As of Feb. 16, a total of 37,429 signatures were secured for a petition posted by Captains for Clean Water opposing Senate Bill 2508. The nonprofit organization, which fights to restore and preserve water resources, said the bill is bad policy with major consequences for Florida’s environment and economy. “This bill contains substantive pieces of policy legislation that were not heard in the legislative committee process and are being fast-tracked with virtually no accountability or transparency,” the organization said. “Among several harmful provisions, this bill would result in more harmful discharges that fuel toxic algae blooms, give preferential treatment to the water supply needs of the sugar industry, and threaten two critical components to solving south Florida’s water crisis: the EAA Reservoir and the Lake Okeechobee System Operating Manual (LOSOM).” State Sen. Ben Albritton, bill sponsor, said during the subcommittee meeting on Feb. 9 that those who spoke out against the bill were being misled. Albritton said the bill protects the EAA Reservoir. In addition, he acknowledged that the SFWMD’s budget is funded primarily by the state.

“Are you really telling me that because the state of Florida gives them 70% of their money, it’s unfair to ask for some more accountability from them?” he said. DeSantis said rather than advancing legislation to effect a major policy change, Senate Bill 2508 is being rammed through the budget process, short-circuiting public engagement and leaving affected agencies in the dark. A budget proposal by the governor contained $960 million for Everglades restoration, which brings the four-year investment to more than $3 billion. “I have been a champion for Everglades restoration and oppose any measure that derails progress on reducing harmful discharges and sending more water to the Everglades,” DeSantis said in a statement. “Moreover, I reject any attempt to deprioritize the EAA Reservoir project south of Lake Okeechobee.” Senate Appropriations chair Kelli Stargel, R-Lakeland, disagreed with DeSantis. “I do not think we’re ramming anything through the budget process,” she said. Capt. Steve Friedman, commodore of the Florida Keys Fishing Guides Association, said he’s seen what mismanagement and lack of funding can do to the bays and estuaries. He and many other local guides traveled to the state capital having learned about the bill just before the subcommittee meeting. “You can see many of us rallied to let you know the importance of how we feel this will jeopardize not only our lives, but many lives of South Florida, including hotels, restaurants and many businesses,” he said. “I think what we need to do is look at it a little bit more closely and understand this is political strategy,” he continued. “And we’re seeing through this strategy. Last-minute filings like this that try to undermine what we've been working on for years, spending hundreds of hours coming up here fighting for clean water in Florida, and fighting for our livelihoods.” State Sen. Ana Maria Rodriguez told the Keys Weekly that she’s expressed her concerns to Senate leadership and was told a solution is in the works. “I don’t have any further details at the moment but was told the bill would improve significantly,” she said.

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oncerns over parking and traffic, as well as questions regarding types of goods sold, have Islamorada Village planning officials examining regulations for farmers markets. A handful of farmers markets operate on weekends in the village, one at Island Garden Home on Plantation Key and two on Upper Matecumbe Key. Everything from produce to crafts from the Keys and South Florida is on display as patrons stroll from tent to tent at the Florida Keys Farmers Market, held Sundays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at MM 81. Jae Jans has run the farmers market for four years. Roughly a year ago, his weekend market and another one located next door at MM 80.9 were told to cease immediately as they were deemed flea markets and had no temporary use permits issued at the time. The matter frustrated organizers, like Jans, and small vendors who appear at the weekend market events. Jans’ matter went before a special magistrate for a code hearing last April. He was told a temporary permit was required for his event, and he needed to submit an application for the permit for review by the village planning department. From his arrival several months ago, new village Planning Director Daniel Gulizio is reviewing the village code on farmers markets. He told members of the Local Planning Agency during a Feb. 15 meeting that the village doesn’t have specific code provisions addressing farmers markets. If anything, Gulizio said the code is mixed in how they’re regulated. He said a better definition is needed on what is a farmers market, what types of produce and products are sold and number of vendors, to name a few. “We want to look at parking considerations and traffic considerations and pedestrian safety,” Gulizio said. “Some concerns raised with existing markets involve parking and vending stations located within available parking on site and people walking across U.S. 1. We want to look at all those issues.” Gulizio added that other municipalities outline hours and days of operation for farmers markets. He’s also seen the location of farmers markets adjacent to other markets that could be considered as a relevant aspect of code. “The idea is we don’t want to

have venues competing with local stores. We want something that can enhance or complement the sale of local goods,” he said. “That’s something we’ll keep any eye on as we look at the variety of goods and services provided through these types of venues.” Tony Hammon, LPA member, said farmers market events in the village are limited in parking. He also said the events are being conducted more like flea markets. “I would be concerned about sanitation issues involved in each of these and food preparation or serving food as I see it at these events,” he said. LPA members were given three examples of regulations on farmers markets from municipalities, including the City of Doral and Lee and Brevard counties. Many spoke favorably to Doral’s regulations on farmers markets, which the city defines as an occasional or periodic sales activity where groups or an individual seller offer fresh produce and other related goods. Farmers markets in Doral are allowed Saturday or Sunday — not both. Hours of operation are between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. A property owner must submit an application and pay a fee, provide a general description of goods sold, a site plan and certificate of insurance. Each vendor must submit a valid food establishment permit issued by the state Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. As for setbacks, vendors, tables, tents and chairs must be 20 feet away from the front, side and rear of the property line. “I thought Doral’s was very complete,” said chair Deb Gillis. Jans told LPA members that a farmers market is not a gold mine, but rather a labor of love that enhances the quality of life for the community. He said his farmers market expanded parking for customers and vendors, and urged caution in implementing new rules. “If existing rules, primarily site plan rules and existing village code, are applied to each market, I believe the main issues would be eliminated as far as parking,” he said. “If we adopt more rules to larger Florida counties, it could potentially kill any incentive to even operate a farmers market locally. More restrictions could make this whole thing a little bit tougher.” A draft code could come before the LPA at its next meeting in March for further discussion and recommendation to the village council.

Keys leaders take to the state’s capital on Feb. 10 for Florida Keys Day. Officials made the trip to discuss priorities during a 60-day legislative session in Tallahassee. From left, Monroe County Mayor Pro Tem Craig Cates, County Administrator Roman Gastesi, Rep. Jim Mooney, Commissioner Holly Merrill Raschein, Mayor David Rice, and Commissioner Michelle Coldiron at the state capital for Florida Keys Day. Florida Keys Day is a day set aside in Tallahassee to discuss all things Keys-

County officials meet with Florida Lt. Gov. Jeannette Nuñez during a visit to Tallahassee for Florida Keys Day.

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ADDERLEY TOWN Family legacy lives on Key Vaca

The George Adderley House at Crane Point. WIKIMEDIA/Contributed

he oldest house in the Florida Keys, outside of Key West, takes a bit of effort to find. It is in the woods of Marathon, on Key Vaca, at Crane Point Hammock. The house was built by George Adderley, who, circa 1890, at 20 years of age, left his life in the Bahamas behind and moved to the Florida Keys. Before building his house on Key Vaca, he lived on what has been described as Matecumbe Key, which probably indicates Upper Matecumbe Key, where the small farming community of Matecumbe was developing. He married his wife, Olivia, in 1896. In 1902, he and his wife moved to Key Vaca, settling in a virgin sub-tropical hammock on the gulf side of the island where, the following year, he purchased 32.25 acres for $100. Adderley would clear land and begin to build his house, a rectangular masonry vernacular structure with a hip roof covered in pressed tin. A homemade form of concrete called tabby held the masonry together. The mixture was created by burning shells, in this case, conch shells, to extract lime. The lime was then mixed with water, sand, ash and crushed shells until the sticky “concrete” paste was formed. The house, built circa 1906, resembled a typical rural Bahamian home. Around George and Olivia and their adopted daughter, Louisa Smith, the small black community of Adderley Town grew. Five homes were built in the area, though Adderley’s is the only surviving structure. The community worked as fishermen, spongers and charcoal makers. When making charcoal, buttonwood was the preferred tree. The late Florida historian Charleon Tebeau described the process:

“Great cone-shaped heaps of neatly stacked wood were built up, sometimes containing as much as ten cords for a single burning. This was then covered with grass and sand to make it airtight except for a vent at the top. Enough openings were made around the bottom to fire the wood and burn it so as to drive out the volatile gasses and leave charcoal. A cord of wood produced ten bags of charcoal for which there was a ready market.” By the time Adderley had built his home, the Key West Extension of Henry Flagler’s East Coast Railway was making tracks for Key West. Although the train would not reach Key West until 1912, by 1908, daily rail service had been established between Miami and the temporary terminus at Knights Key, three miles away at what is today considered the beginning of the Seven Mile Bridge. The right-of-way ran through Adderley’s property and, in exchange for him selling the land required for the rightof-way, the F.E.C. agreed to create a stop at Adderley Town. The only railroad depot located on Key Vaca was the Marathon Station, once found in the vicinity of what is 33rd Street today. At Adderley Town, the railroad built a platform and created a flag stop. Once a week, as the train was roaring across Key Vaca, if the engineer saw the flag raised at the Adderley Town platform, he would stop. Among the residents of Adderley Town, according to the 1910 U.S. Census, were the Adderley family, and Joseph and Margret Curry and their adopted son Joseph Butler. Joseph Rigby lived on nearby Old Rachel Key with the community’s lone non-Bahamian family, David and Janet Freeman, from South Carolina. Three men were identified living in a

schooner anchored off Old Rachel Key. George and Olivia Adderley would sell their property to Francis and Mary Crane in 1949. Olivia died the following year, and her body was laid to rest at the Key West Cemetery. George would BRAD be living in Key West, at a BERTELLI home for the blind, when he passed in 1958. He, too, is an author, speaker, and Flor- is buried at the island’s ida Keys historian. cemetery. His latest book, The legacy they “The Florida Keys unknowingly left behind Skunk Ape Files,” continues to stand and is a fun blend of two of his favorite contribute to the rich hissubjects — Florida tory of the Florida Keys. Keys history and The Adderley House is part the Skunk Ape. of the Florida Black History Trail, developed in partnership with the Florida Division of Historical Resources and a group of invested citizens. The subsequent pamphlet they produced provides a microcosm of African American landmarks and legacies. Among the points of interest presented in the guide is the Adderley House, found at its original location at Crane Point Hammock at 5550 Overseas Highway. In 1992, George’s tabby house of vernacular construction became listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and it is the only house like it still standing in the Florida Keys. When visiting the site, it is possible to step inside and experience the home and an incredible piece of Florida Keys history on a personal level.

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he Community Foundation of the Florida Keys’ signature program welcomed 47 nonprofit leaders for a two-day training that focuses on best practices in areas such as fundraising and planning. At CFFK’s Leadership Success Academy, held Feb. 10-11 at College of the Florida Keys’ Upper Keys Center, nonprofit staff and board members heard from presenters Alex Counts, nonprofit consultant; Susanne Woods, Community Foundation board chair; Kimberly Matthews, Monroe County strategic planning director; and Wendy Gentes, assistant vice president of development for Baptist Health South Florida. Graduates this year include: Roberto Alonso, Kathryn Banick, Bonnie Barnes, Gina Boilini, Cathy Brewer, Alexa Bryant, Becki Burns, Curtiss Wright Carter, Cheryl Culberson, Jill Davis, Denise Downing, Lindsay Fast, Blanqui Galvez, Emma Haydocy, Stacey Henderson, Ben Hermelin, Cindi Irwin, Derrick Johnson, Hunter Kinney, Jill Kuehnert, Jasmine Lee, Laura Lietaert, Lesly Lopez, Jenny Lopez Romero, Szilvia Ludanyi, K. Shylon Martin, Chris McNulty, Patricia Milian, Stephen Molnar, Bob Murray, Madalyn Mussey, Judy O'Hara-Vetrick, Brittany Parker, Henry Quintana, Darlene Rota, Jocelyn Solis Lopez, Theresa Sutter, Terry Sutton, Sarah Van Caster, Russ Vickers, Terry Willner Tainow, Patricia Witchel, Amy Young and Suzi Youngberg. Leadership Success Academy alumni Ron Burd, Betsy Baste and Abby Goldman returned to learn and graduate again with their fellow nonprofit board members. — Jim McCarthy

1. With certificates in hand, Leadership Success Academy graduates gather for a picture outside the College of the Florida Keys. 2. Florida Bay Forever’s Emma Haydocy and Pat Witchel celebrate their graduation from the CFFK Leadership Success Academy. 3. Roberto Alonso, Key Largo Rotary Club president, shows his certificate alongside Jen McComb, CFFK executive director, and Ron Burd, CFFK vice chair. 4. Jen McComb, CFFK executive director, and Steve Molnar, local musician, celebrate the 47 nonprofit leaders who graduated from the Leadership Success Academy. 5. K. Shylon Martin, Upper Keys Humane Society, receives her certificate upon graduation. Photos by Jim McCarthy and Kevin Bowes

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BRIEFLY Keys Quilters show set for Feb. 18 The Florida Keys Quilters will have a free quilt show with demonstrations on Friday, Feb. 18, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, Feb. 19 from 9 a.m to 5 p.m. at the Key Largo library. The walls will be covered with quilts the ladies created with two free standing rooms inside. There will be demonstrations given by the guild members throughout the day. The group meets the first Saturday of each month.

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onroe County students showed off their projects and knowledge in science, technology, engineering and mathematics during the annual STEM Fair at Stanley Switlik Elementary in Marathon on Feb. 12. Middle school Grand Division winners were Ivy Tiedemann, first place, of Treasure Village Montessori, followed by Carly Lefelar, of Sugarloaf School, and Violet Matthews, of Treasure Village Montessori. The top middle school team was Lucy Keil and Sophia Perez, of Horace O’Bryant School. All winners will head to state competition in Lakeland in March. Nina Bowen of Key West High School finished first overall among fellow high school participants. Placing second was Coral De Pauw, of Coral Shores High School, and finishing third was Luca Newby, of Key West High School. Parker Curry and Anthony Korsez, both from Key West High School, placed first in the team category. All winners will head to Lakeland for state competition in March. — Jim McCarthy

1. Middle school winners who will be heading to state competition. From left to right: TVM’s Ivy Tiedemann, first, Sugarloaf’s Carly Lefelar, second, and TVM’s Violet Matthews, third and the team of Lucy Keil and Sophia Perez, of Horace O’Bryant School. 2. Pascal’s Environmental Stewardship Award was presented to Parker Curry and Anthony Korsez, both from Key West High School, by Poholek. 3. Middle school winners of the Pascal’s Environment Stewardship Awards, from left to right: Gabby Gutierrez, of TVM, Ariel Poholek and Tiedemann.

4 Pascal’s Engineering and Robotics Award was given to Barrett Heffner, of Coral Shores High School. The award was presented by Ariel Poholek, Pascal Weisberger’s father. 5. Overall high school winners in this year’s STEM Fair, from left, Nina Bowen, firstplace from Key West High School; Coral De Pauw, second place from Coral Shores High School; Luca Newby, third place from Key West High School; and in the team competition, the No. 1 team of Parker Curry and Anthony Korsez, of Key West High School. Photos by Grace Matthews.

Teen Night Out at Founders Park Islamorada Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a Teen Night Out on Saturday, Feb. 19 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Founders Park. Students in grades 7-12 can enjoy some glow-inthe-dark capture the flag, dodgeball, pickleball, basketball and a gaming bus. Admission is free. There will be snow cones, pizza and prizes. For more information, call the Founders Park office at 305-853-1685. Cuban artist to visit History & Discovery Center An evening reception with Cuban artist Carlos Guzman is set for Friday, Feb. 25 at the Keys History & Discovery Center, located at the Islander Resort in Islamorada. Guzman will travel from Cuba to share his experiences about his current exhibit at the museum. Enjoy salsa dancing, mojitos and sangrias at the cash bar, and hear some great Cuban music while mingling among friends. Also, catch a game at the domino tables. Reception hours are from 6 to 9 p.m. Admission is $20 for non-members and $10 for members. County road project public meetings set Monroe County will host public meetings regarding its Countywide Roads Adaptation Project and planning efforts, on Thursday, Feb. 17 at 5:30 p.m. and Wednesday, Feb. 23 at 5:30 p.m. via Zoom webinar. The meetings will focus on the progress of Monroe County’s Roadway Vulnerability Study and Capital Plan, which identified county-maintained roads vulnerable to sea-level rise, identified an evaluation process for ranking them, and recommended a schedule for road adaptation to the year 2045. Various neighborhood roads have been recommended for elevation. Ideas that may be discussed during these virtual meetings will be brought to the board of county commissioners during a regular meeting for further discussion and approval. The Zoom links for the workshops will be available on the county website calendar, www.monroecounty-fl.gov/ calendar.

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CHALK FULL OF COLOR

Annual PKS Family Fun Run excites

olored chalk wielded by teachers awaited runners of all ages who participated in the Plantation Key School Family Fun Run 5K on Feb. 12. Participants started at Coral Shores High School and headed south on the Old Highway to Forest Tek Lumber and back. Along the way race officials pelted runners with colored powder as they ran through water sprinklers set up along the route. — Doug Finger

1. Plantation Key seventh-grade teacher Michelle Meyer, far right, throws color with fellow teachers Michele Houston and Amy Russell, at back, during the PKS Family Fun Run 5K.

2. Kids play in water being sprayed from an Islamorada fire truck following the Plantation Key School Family Fun Run. 3. Bodie Billips is blasted with color by fifth-grade teacher Michele Houston during the run. 4. Coastal Realty real estate broker John ElKoury and his team prepare pancakes for participants.

5. Brett, holding daughter Charlotte, and Linsey Ekblom participate in the Plantation Key School Family Fun Run 5K. 6. Young runners are hit with colored chalk as they head down the Old Highway. Photos by Doug Finger. Full gallery at keysweekly.com.

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TREKKING FOR TRASH Divers remove 388 pounds of refuse

t Key Dives’ monthly Trash Trek, scuba divers worked together to remove derelict traps, line, anchors and jigs from Islamorada reefs. Their grand total for the 3 dives was 388 pounds. As with every month, the dive shop offers the first 10 spots to locals for free to help with conservation efforts. “We couldn’t do this alone. It’s a community effort, and any way we can help people get involved, we will,” owner Mike Goldberg has told the Weekly. All marine debris removal is done under permits from the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary and funded through grants to help more shops run community cleanup dive trips. Starting this collaboration with the sanctuary and the community years ago, Key Dives has led the way in debris cleanup efforts. Now, the shop is hoping to share its knowledge and help other shops join the effort. — Tiffany Duong

1-2. Anchors like this large, new one often dot the reef and require the use of liftbags to bring back to the surface.

7. Diver JD Reinbott unravels ghost line from around the reef. Derelict fishing gear can continue to harm corals and animals.

3. Divers on a drift dive await pickup from “The Giant Stride,” Key Dives’ trusty boat.

8. Invasive lionfish can be found on the reefs. Eradicating them is another part of conservation efforts.

4. Trash that is encrusted with ocean life gets left on the reef, but everything else gets brought up. 5. Diver Emily Becker works with other divers to remove line and an anchor on the reef. 6. The Key Dives crew and customers pose with their haul for the day: 388 pounds of marine debris. ERIC SALZWEDEL/Contributed

9. Curious lobsters come out to observe divers cleaning up the reef. 10. Divers swim past a giant mound of mountainous star coral. 11. JD Reinbott and Emily Becker pause for a smile after their third dive of the day. Photos by Tiffany Duong.

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / FEBRUARY 17, 2022 SPONSORED BY: Customers pose in front of Alligator Reef Lighthouse. ERIC BILLIPS/Contributed

THE HISTORY OF ALLIGATOR REEF Pirates, slavery and shipwrecks This Week’s Dive Report Conditions this past week were very nice. Saturday, especially, was beautiful – with low winds and sunny skies. We took advantage of that nice weekend weather to take a group out to Alligator Reef. This reef, one of the most famous in the Upper Keys, is named after the USS Alligator, a U.S. Navy schooner constructed in 1820. Its wreck currently lies in 3 to 12 feet of water 200 feet southwest of Alligator ERIC Reef lighthouse in Islamorada. BILLIPS According to the National Park Service, this warship was used for two main reasons, both of which is the owner, were very important to U.S. President James Monroe. captain and When Monroe took office in 1817, it was illegal to instructor at Islamorada Dive transport new slaves to the U.S. from Africa, and it fell Center and Florida upon the Navy to enforce that law. Thus, warships like Keys Dive Center. the Alligator and others were sent to West Africa to He specializes in scuba, rebreather, patrol the shores and to suppress the illegal trade of slaves coming from there to the U.S. spearfishing and captaining in the Monroe also deployed the Alligator to combat Florida Keys. piracy in the Caribbean and to protect merchant ships off the coast of Florida from pirates. This was his other big concern of the time. The Alligator spent most of the summer of 1822 fighting pirates. In November 1822, while escorting a convoy of merchant ships off the shores of the Florida Keys, it ran aground on what is now Alligator

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CONSERVATION Reef. The crew tried to refloat the vessel; when unsuccessful, they decided to set it afire to prevent pirates from salvaging the wreck. Today, we can observe this historical wreck right off one of our most famous reefs. We can see two ballast piles and some rubble. One of the piles contains some artifacts from the vessel. It’s in a fair state of preservation and considered a stable wreck for exploring. Next Week’s Dive Report Windy is the word for this week, at least in the first half. Thankfully, they’re calling for the winds to lay down heading into the weekend. Conservation Update Luckily, things will settle down just in time to plant some corals with I.CARE. Join Islamorada Dive Center on Saturday for our coral planting – probably also on Alligator Reef.

Alligator Reef is a designated Sanctuary Preservation Area, or SPA. These are designed to help sustain critical marine species and habitats. SPAs are marked by large, yellow buoys in each corner of the protected area. Be aware of where you’re recreating.

I.C ARE There are many I.CARE coral outplantings at Alligator Reef, so be careful not to harm the plantings when enjoying this spectacular place.

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‘NEW YORK, NEW YORK’ Habitat’s annual cocktail party puts on the ritz

INSPIRED ACTION Record-breaking athlete skates the Keys for water charity

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Attendees of the annual cocktail party put on by the Habitat for Humanity of the Upper Keys gather for a photo opportunity. CONTRIBUTED

abitat for Humanity of the Upper Keys is putting on the ritz at its upcoming 19th annual cocktail party on Saturday, March 5 at 6 p.m. at the Playa Largo Resort & Spa Ballroom. Set to the theme of “New York, New York,” the evening of magic and music will include a variety of New York City themed food stations, unlimited wine and Islamorada Brewery & Distillery brews and seltzers. Over $100,000 of trips, concert tickets, resort stays, jewelry and much more will be available during the silent and live auctions. An exclusive pre-party VIP reception is also planned at Club Playa featuring hors d’oeuvres paired with wine tasting. This party is the most significant annual event for the Habitat affiliate. Proceeds go into its building fund, which is dedicated to building affordable housing in the Upper Keys. HFHUK is currently planning its second largest project — Gardenia Place in Islamorada — with nine units on two properties. “Our schedule is to begin construction in early 2022 with anticipated completion of the project by the spring of 2023,” said Lindsay Fast, executive director. “We really appreciate the community’s support to help us build affordable housing. Attending the event, donating an item for auction or simply making a monetary contribution will all help us help families in need to achieve homeownership. “We are especially thankful to our major sponsors — American Caribbean Real Estate, CBT Construction, DEX Imaging, First Horizon Bank, Playa Largo Resort & Spa, and Riva Motorsports & Marine,” Fast continued. Tickets for the party are $200 per person. Reserve a table for 10 in advance with your friends for $3,000, which includes reserved seating and admission. A limited number of tickets are available for the VIP reception on a first come/first serve basis and are $400 per person, including a reserved seat at and admission to the party. A special VIP package may be purchased in advance for $4,000, all inclusive: admission for 10 to the VIP reception and admission and a reserved table for 10 at the party. Tickets are available at www.habitatupperkeys. org/2022-cocktail-party, via mail to Habitat for Humanity of the Upper Keys, P.O. Box 2151, Key Largo FL 33037, or call 305-453-0050. “New York, New York" means you can dress your style for an evening in the city that never sleeps — fabulous or funky, uptown or downtown, ritzy or casual. More information at www.habitatupperkeys.org or Facebook.com/ habitatupperkeys. — Contributed

Ultra marathoner Katie Spotz uses her athletic gift to raise awareness for charity H2O for Life. CONTRIBUTED

ere in the Florida Keys, there are many badasses, and we’ve had the privilege at Keys Weekly to write about many of them. But ultra endurance athlete Katie Spotz — who may actually be Rollerblading by your neighborhood as you read this — takes badassery to the next level. This week, with friend Hannah Sleight, 34-year-old Spotz is in-line skating the entire Florida Keys, roughly 31 miles a day (the length of an ultra marathon), to bring awareness to H2O for Life. She started on Monday, Feb. 14, in Key Largo’s Ocean Reef, and she plans on rolling into Key West on Thursday, Feb. 17. And we’ll be sitting here eating Valentine’s Day chocolate while watching her livestreams on her Facebook page, @hellokatiespotz. We checked her progress via text on Feb 15: “We are almost at Marathon!” she texted us. “It’s been quite the adventure but we are finding our groove and feeling strong. Plus we have some very nice tailwind at the moment!” And you can add “texting while Rollerblading” to her long list of accomplishments, which also include: completing five ironman triathlons; cycling across America; while rowing solo across the Atlantic Ocean, she set a world record for the youngest-ever solo ocean rower and first American to row from Africa to South America; and, in June 2021, winning a Guinness World Record — “Most consecutive days to run an ultra marathon distance (female)” — by running an ultra marathon for 11 consecutive days in June 2021, from Cleveland to Cincinnati. But Spotz isn’t doing all this for the glory. “I’m most passionate about the work that H2O for Life is doing,” she said. “It’s a nonprofit that helps inspire action to fight the global water crisis.”

As an ambassador for H2O for Life, she is using her athletic adventures to raise awareness about the global water crisis while providing funds for water, sanitation and hygiene education for a partner school in a developing country. Spotz hopes that through the Skate4Water project in the Keys, she will inspire action to support a school community in Haiti. For example, her 11-day ultra marathon adventure in June was also to bring H2O for Life to the public eye and to fund 11 water projects in Uganda. The project was called Run4Water. She has another Run4Water project planned for later in the year: running across an entire country in South America with the goal of funding one clean water project. Spotz’s goal is to raise $1 million for water projects — giving kids a chance to stay in school and get an education instead of fetching water all day. Her awareness about the global water crisis was raised when she was attending college in Australia. The country was in the middle of a 10-year drought. A professor in one of her classes said, “The wars of the future will be fought over water.” Spotz never forgot what he said. “The more I found out, the more I was shocked — there are a billion people without clean water. And there are solutions. I think everyone can agree it’s a basic human right,” she said. She chose her project Skate4Water to be in the Florida Keys for a simple reason that inspires many to visit: “It’s nice to be somewhere warm,” she said. She also enjoys the symbolism of skating next to water. “And it’s flat,” she said, with a laugh. To make a donation to her campaign, go to Skate4Water.com. To learn more about Katie Spotz, go to katiespotz. com or @hellokatiespotz on Facebook.

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HURRICANES BOYS BASEBALL KICKS OFF SEASON Coral Shores Hurricanes varsity boys baseball returned to the diamond for a tournament at Florida Christian on Feb. 14. The team suffered an 11-0 loss to Killian. The team headed back to Florida Christian to face SLAM on Feb. 16 (results weren’t reported before press time) and Mater Academy on Monday, Feb. 21 at 10 a.m. The Hurricanes baseball team is coached by Joe Molinaro and Doug Mientkiewicz. Here, junior shortstop and pitcher Dylan Bloom steps to the plate. For more photos, visit purelyjoyousphotography.com. JOY SMITH/Contributed

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WILDCATS TAKE DIVISION CROWN Fourth- and fifth-grade athletes on the Villanova Wildcats basketball team were crowned the Florida Keys Youth Basketball League Division 2 champions following a 13-7 win over the Duke Blue Devils at Founders Park court on Feb. 5. The team went 7-3 on the season under coach Craig Zabransky and assistant head coach Melanie Horowitz. Zabransky said the Wildcats were the only team in Division 2 to beat every team. CONTRIBUTED

NETWORKING EVENT BRINGS GOOD BEER AND GREAT TIMES Islamorada Chamber of Commerce's After Hours networking event took place at Islamorada Brewery & Distillery on Feb. 15. Chamber members and guests had some beer while enjoying a night out. Pictured from left are Councilman Buddy Pinder; Maria Jones, of the Florida Keys Electric Cooperative; and Marianne Finizio, vice president of community relations and business development for Community Health of South Florida. KEYS WEEKLY PHOTO

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SOPHIA

Reef hangs out with Kevin Bowes, of the Community Foundation of the Florida Keys. CONTRIBUTED

Community drive set this weekend at brewery

i friends! Reef the fox here with your weekly “Reef’s Report.” The recent Coffee With Coral at One Grind KL was a success, with over $200 being donated to the foxes. Coral was in rare form, I was told, and some people thought she didn’t want to be there that day. I’m going to tell you a little secret. Coral is becoming a full-blown vixen. She is no longer a kit, and this is the time of year she is REEF wanting a handsome fox in her life (it only happens THE FOX once a year). Unfortunately for yours truly, she has her eyes set on me and I’m just not real comfortable Reef is a red fox that was saved with the whole thing, to be honest. I’m not ready from a fur farm. for that sort of commitment. I’m a momma’s boy He now lives in and definitely do not want Coral to be my girlfriend. Key Largo with Ew. So she was wiggly and antsy because she just his human, Nicole wanted to get home and torment me with her wild Navarro. ideas of foxy marriage. We had some nice people from the Community Foundation of the Florida Keys stop by last week and I was so pleasant. Mom was very proud of me because typically I just like to hide under the bed and sleep if people come to visit during the day. But I made a new friend, Kevin. He gave me treats, scratched my back and they can come back anytime with that sort of energy because it was great. Mom wanted me to tell you all that we have a bunch of new designs in our online store and she is super excited about it. It is our “Friends, not fashion” series and basically the new motto around here. So if you want to buy anything, you can find it right on our website under merchandise at pawsitivebeginnings.org. Now for a good event and cause. Islamorada Beverages, in partnership with OneBlood, is hosting a community blood drive on Saturday, Feb. 19, from 1:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Held at Islamorada Brewery & Distillery, all donors will receive a OneBlood Long Sleeve T-shirt, a $20 eGift card and free drink voucher for use at any time at Islamorada Brewery & Distillery. Plus, a wellness checkup, blood pressure, temperature, iron count, pulse and cholesterol screening. Appointments are encouraged; please visit www.oneblood.org/donate-now and use sponsor code No. 67237. Anywho, that’s all for this week. Don’t forget you can always email me with foxy questions at reef@pawsitivebeginnings.org. Until next time, Reef, over and out!

ophia is a female grey tiger tabby currently available for adoption at the Upper Keys Humane Society (UKHS). She is spayed and ready to find her “furever” home. She is 8 years old and very friendly. Sophia was brought in because her owner fell down, lost her memory and was placed at a nursing home. She was brought in with her brother, Tigger, who has been adopted. If you would like to make Sophia a part of your family, or to learn more about other pets available for adoption, give UKHS a call at 305-451-3848. UKHS is a notfor-profit no-kill shelter that provides food, shelter, medical care and adoption services for unwanted and abandoned animals.

SAVE THE DATE Thursday, Feb. 17 • Village Council meeting at 5:30 p.m. at Founders Park Community Center. • Countywide Roads Adaption Project virtual public meeting at 5:30 p.m. Zoom link available at www. monroecounty-fl.gov/calendar. • Third Thursday Art Walk on Morada Way from 6 to 9 p.m. at Morada Way Arts & Cultural District, Islamorada. • Community Foundation of the Florida Keys 25th Silver Anniversary Gala from 6 to 10 p.m. at Key West Marriott Beachside Hotel, Key West. Saturday, Feb. 19 • Coastal cleanup from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Long Key State Park. • Garden Walk presented by Garden Club of the Upper Keys from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m at various Upper Keys locations. • Community blood drive from 1:30 to 7 p.m. at Islamorada Brewery & Distillery. • Pops in the Park concert featuring music for pups at 4 p.m. at ICE Amphitheater, Islamorada.

• Islamorada Park’s Teen Night Out from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Founders Park. Monday, Feb. 21 • President’s Day. Tuesday, Feb. 22 • Jupiter String Quartet performance from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Coral Shores High School. • Nature Walks & Talks program from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical State Park. Wednesday, Feb. 23 • Monthly free legal help sponsored by Legal Services of the Florida Keys from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Key Largo Library. • Countywide Roads Adaption Project virtual public meeting at 5:30 p.m. Zoom link available at www. monroecounty-fl.gov/calendar. Feb. 26-27 • Upper Keys Rotary Club’s annual Gigantic Nautical Flea Market.

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The first lecture will highlight the arboreal ant in the Florida Keys. SCOTT POWELL/Contributed

NATURE LECTURE SERIES RETURNS

George Washington University professors will discuss arboreal ant diversity

he annual “Delicate Balance of Nature” lecture series is going virtual this year. The three discussions set for 2022 are sponsored by the Friends of John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical State Park (Citizen Support Organization). This year, the series includes three online presentations from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The first talk on Wednesday, Feb. 23, “Arboreal Ants of the Florida Keys,” will be presented by Scott Powell, professor of ecology, and Benjamin “Max” Adams, insect community ecologist, both based at George Washington University. They will introduce the world of arboreal ant diversity and its importance in a healthy and functioning ecosystem. Focusing on the processes that maintain biodiversity through time, they will highlight how their ongoing work on the arboreal ants of the Florida Keys is contributing to this knowledge. The Zoom format creates the opportunity for the series to continue and others to attend, but it will still be a limited audience (100 participants, including the speaker and hosts). Please plan to sign on a few minutes in advance of the presentation to ensure your inclusion in the list of attendees. Information to register for the talks will be available on the Friends web page: pennekampparkfriends.org/events. “We want to be able to continue this invaluable source of information for the park community, and the ability to have online presentations makes it possible,” said Ann Helmers, president of the group. “This year’s topics will be the role of arboreal ants in maintaining biodiversity in our Keys ecosystem; the importance of lobsters that inhabit the seagrass and coral reef ecosystems; and the efforts to preserve Florida Bay. We are grateful to the speakers who make it possible for us to provide high quality interpretive programs for the residents and visitors of Key Largo and the Florida Keys.” There is no charge to attend the lectures, but participants are encouraged to become members of the Friends group or make a donation that will support park projects slated to be started this year. To attend this event, registration is required. Visit this page to register: pennekampparkfriends.org/event-4627314. More information is available from Elena Muratori, park services specialist at John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park at 305-676-3786, or at pennekampparkfriends.org. — Contributed

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • Meeting Notice Monroe County Land Authority The Monroe County Land Authority Advisory Committee will meet in the Monroe Regional Service Center (State Building) located at 2796 Overseas Highway, Suite 104, Marathon, Florida on February 23, 2022 beginning at 9:30 a.m. The agenda is available online at www.monroecounty-fl.gov or by contacting the Monroe County Land Authority office at 305-295-5180. ADA ASSISTANCE If you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodations in order to participate in these proceedings, please contact the County Administrator's Office, by phoning 305-292-4441, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., no later than five (5) calendar days prior to the scheduled meeting; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call “711”.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING DISCUSSION REGARDING MONROE COUNTY CANAL RESTORATION WORKPLAN February 24th and March 24th, 2022 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, February 24th (5:30 p.m.) and Thursday, March 24th (5:30 p.m.), an update on the Monroe County Canal Restoration Program will be discussed at a VIRTUAL Public Community Meeting. Pursuant to Executive Order No. 20-69, Monroe County Emergency Directive 20-06, and the Center for Disease Control (CDC), social distancing guidelines and virtual public meetings have been established to contain the spread of the COVID-19 virus. The following item will be discussed at the PUBLIC COMMUNITY MEETING: Monroe County has implemented a Canal Restoration Improvement Work Program. The purpose of the restoration program is to improve water quality in residential canals, reduce impacts on nearshore waters and increase environmental awareness. The purpose of the public meetings will be to provide an update on the program’s progress, proposed solutions and next steps. The outreach services are funded through a grant from the federal Environmental Protection Agency “EPA”. Please note: Two or more members of the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners may be in attendance at these virtual meetings and may participate in discussions. Any ideas discussed during these virtual meetings will be brought to the Board of County Commissioners during a regular meeting for further discussion and approval. For information about the program: www.monroecounty-fl.gov/canals ADA ASSISTANCE: If you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodations in order to participate in this proceeding, please contact the County Administrator’s Office, by phoning 305-292-4441, between the hours of 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., no later than five (5) calendar days prior to the scheduled meeting; if you are hearing or voice-impaired, call “711”. You are invited to a Zoom webinar. Feb 24, 2022 05:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Topic: Monroe County Canal Restoration Workplan and Program https://zoom.us/j/91486775997 Meeting ID: 914 8677 5997 One tap mobile +13462487799, 91486775997# US (Houston) +16465588656, 91486775997# US (New York) You are invited to a Zoom webinar. March 24, 2022 05:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Topic: Monroe County Canal Restoration Workplan and Program https://zoom.us/j/97560910142 Meeting ID: 975 6091 0142 One tap mobile +16465588656, 97560910142# US (New York) +16699009128, 97560910142# US (San Jose) Publish: February 10 & 17, 2022 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 Donna Bitton Art, LLC located at 701 Palm Avenue, Key West, FL 33040 intends to register said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida. By: Donna Bitton Publish: February 17, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

Florida 33050 intends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations of the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, FL. Dated in Marathon, FL this seventh day of February 2022. By: Broadsword Solutions Corporation Publish: February 17, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

Requirements for submission and the selection criteria may be requested from DemandStar at www.demandstar.com OR www. monroecountybids.com. The Public Record is available upon request. Monroe County Purchasing Department receives bids electronically. Please do not mail or attempt to deliver in person any sealed bids. Mailed/ physically delivered bids/ proposals/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 3:00P.M., on April 7, 2022. Please submit your confidential financial information in a SEPARATE EMAIL from your bid and required documents. Your subject line on both emails must read as follows: Hurricane Irma Boca Chica Road Repairs Project 4/7/2022 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, in advance of the bid opening, please email: ombpurchasing@monroecounty-fl. gov. The bid opening for this solicitation will be held virtually, via the internet, at 3:00 P.M., on April 7, 2022. 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 (New York) +16699006833,, 4509326156 (San Jose) Dial by your location: +1 646 518 9805 (New York) +1 669 900 6833 (San Jose) Publish: February 17, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

bid opening, please email: ombpurchasing@monroecounty-fl. gov. The bid opening for this solicitation will be held virtually, via the internet, at 3:00 P.M., on March 22, 2022. 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 (New York) +16699006833,, 4509326156 (San Jose) Dial by your location: +1 646 518 9805 (New York) +1 669 900 6833 (San Jose) Publish: February 17, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of Mod Photo Bar located at 91220 Overseas Highway, Unit 163, Tavernier, FL 33070 intends to register said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida. By: KE Creatives Publish: February 17, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of Keys Yacht Management located at 326 Calzada De Bougainvillea, Marathon, Florida 33050 intends to register said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida. By: Spearcrazy Charters LLC Publish: February 17, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of Suite Tooth Consulting located at 516 Avenida Primiceria, Marathon, Florida 33050 intends to register said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida. By: J. R. Technology Consulting, Inc. Publish: February 17, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of OLIVE MORADA located at 342 Oleander Drive: Monroe County in the City of Tavernier: Florida, 33070-2747 intends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations of the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida. Dated at Tavernier, Florida this 15th day of February, 2022. By: Jennifer White Publish: February 17, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of ALUMINUM SYSTEMS located at 194 Jasmine Street: Monroe County in the City of Tavernier: Florida, 33070-2215 intends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations of the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida. Dated at Tavernier, Florida this 15th day of February, 2022. By: Paul Jorgensen Jr. Publish: February 17, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of Sunrise Studios of Marathon located at 5192 Overseas Highway, Monroe County in the city of Marathon,

FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of Danger Charters located at 245 Front Street, Key West, FL 33040 intends to register said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida. By: Three to the Sea, LLC a Florida limited liability company Publish: February 17 & 24, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of Spencer’s Boat Yard located at 701 Palm Avenue, Key West, FL 33040 intends to register said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida. By: SBY KEY WEST, LLC a Florida limited liability company Publish: February 17 & 24, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers PRIVATE FOUNDATIONS ANNUAL RETURN The annual return of the private foundation THE FRANCES LOUISE WOLFSON FAMILY FOUNDATION, INC required to be filed under section 6033 Internal Revenue Code, is available for public inspection at its principal office 56283 Ocean Drive, Marathon, FL 33050 305743-5060 for inspection during regular business hours by any citizen upon request, within 180 days after the date of this publication. Signed: February 9, 2022 Cheryl Wilcox Principal Manager Publish: February 17, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Notice of Seizure Please take notice that in accordance with Florida Statutes 83.805 & 83.806, Upper Keys Commerce Center, located at 97300 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL 33037 will sell or otherwise dispose of the contents on the following units to satisfy the delinquent storage lien. All contents of units: Upper Keys Commerce Center Unit 4 Leonel Dieujuste Sale of all goods, February 28, 2022 at 10:00 am. Upper Keys Commerce Center reserves the right to accept or reject any and/all bids. Publish: February 10 & 17, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE SOLICITATIONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, April 7, 2022, at 3:00 P.M., the Monroe County Purchasing Office will receive and open sealed responses for the following: HURRICANE IRMA BOCA CHICA ROAD REPAIRS PROJECT 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.

NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE SOLICITATIONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at 3:00 P.M., the Monroe County Purchasing Office will receive and open sealed responses for the following: COURIER SERVICES MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Pursuant to F.S. 50.0211(3) (a), all published competitive solicitation notices can be viewed at: www. floridapublicnotices.com, a searchable Statewide repository for all published legal notices. Requirements for submission and the selection criteria may be requested from DemandStar at www.demandstar.com OR www. monroecountybids.com. The Public Record is available upon request. Monroe County Purchasing Department receives bids electronically. Please do not mail or attempt to deliver in person any sealed bids. Mailed/ physically delivered bids/ proposals/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 3:00P.M., on March 22, 2022. 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: Courier Services 03/22/2022 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, in advance of the

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 2022-CP-10-P IN RE: ESTATE OF RETHA RENE BEHR Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of RETHA RENE BEHR, deceased, whose date of death was December 6, 2021, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, Plantation Key, FL 33070. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is: February 17, 2022. Personal Representative: RICHARD M. BEHR 103 Pirates Drive Key Largo, FL 33037 Attorney for Personal Representative: URBAN J. W. PATTERSON, ESQ. Email: ujwplaw@gmail.com Secondary Email: ujwplawfirm@ yahoo.com Florida Bar No. 382035 Urban J. W. Patterson, P.A. P.O. Box 783 Islamorada, Florida 33036 Telephone: 305-664-5065 Publish: February 17 & 24, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 2022-CP-13-P IN RE: ESTATE OF BONNIE LOUISE COLE Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the

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REMIX TAKES GOLD CUP Team Tiki wins final leg of series

Team Remix receives their trophies as winners of the Florida Keys Gold Cup. Their release of the last two fish of the tournament would propel them into first place in the series with a total of 19 releases. CONTRIBUTED

he Islamorada Fishing Club welcomed 60 anglers fishing on 21 boats for the recent Islamorada Fishing Club Captain’s Cup Sailfish Tournament. The single-day fishing tournament boasted $21,000 for the winning boat. The tournament was the final leg of the Florida Keys Gold Cup Sailfish Championship. It would be a day of multiple hookups for many boats. The first double-header was called in by Capt. Roy Lindback aboard his charter boat Tiki. Anglers Craig and Seanna Lindback, of Islamorada, released both fish just after 9 a.m. Contagious called in a double, as did Que Mas, My Sea Cin, Smile Maker and the Still Right. With only 20 minutes to go, Capt. JC Cleare called in a double on his boat Remix. One fish was released, and then the team hooked two more, making it a triple header. When the committee boat called lines out at 4 p.m., Remix was still hooked up to three fish. Tournament rules allow the angler to fight fish after lines out, as long as they have been acknowledged by the committee boat. These fish changed the standings for the Fishing Club tournament as well as the Gold Cup series. Tiki would be guaranteed the win at the Fishing Club with mates Mike Pinckney, Tommy “Spanky” Bressler and Charlie Lane taking the leaders and releasing five sails. The team took home Pasta Pantaleo prints sponsored by Caribee Boat Sales and Yamaha Outboards along with the check for $21,000. Remix anglers Bill Danko, of Cincinnati Ohio, fishing with Jorge Corozo, of Miami, and Doug Mientkiewicz, of Islamorada, landed in second place with four fish. Third place anglers Mark Mitchell and Kenneth Padgett, of Charlotte, North Carolina, along with Travis Bennett, of Islamorada, took third place. The team was fishing on Brian

Team Dillons won first place during the 41th annual Islamorada Bartenders Sailfish Open. CONTRIBUTED

BACK-TO-BACK CHAMPS Dillons wins Islamorada Bartenders Sailfish Open Team Tiki members hold their Pasta Pantaleo prints and a $21,000 check after releasing five sails for a victory in the Islamorada Fish Club Captain’s Cup Sailfish Tournament. CONTRIBUTED

Cone’s charter boat Contagious and released three fish before any of the other teams. Remix was crowned the Florida Keys Gold Cup Champions. Their release of the last two fish of the tournament propelled them into first place in the series with a total of 19 releases. Anglers Nick Carullo and Sarah Melina, of Miami, competed with the team. Along with their four releases in the Fishing Club tournament, the team released six sails in the Islamorada Sailfish Tournament and nine in the Cheeca Lodge and Spa Presidential Sailfish Tournament. Gold Cup Series top angler and winner of the Gold Cup Championship Ring went to angler Mark Mitchell aboard the Contagious. Mitchell released eight sailfish over the series. “The Islamorada Fishing Club Tournament created a great ending to the Florida Keys Gold Cup Series,” said Dianne Harbaugh, tournament director. “It was a tight race, not only for the teams but for the champion angler ring.” The 2023 Florida Keys Gold Cup Series will kick off in December with the Islamorada Sailfish Tournament. — Contributed

he 41st annual Islamorada Bartenders Sailfish Open saw Dillons winning first-place and taking the trophy for the second consecutive year. Starting at the Lorelei Restaurant and Cabana Bar, 60 bartenders and restaurant employees representing 14 different bars released 30 sailfish on Jan. 31. With lines in at 8:30 a.m., the first sailfish hook came 16 minutes into the tournament’s start by Vice Versa. Square Grouper angler Tommy Fricke released the fish. Meanwhile, Broad Minded’s Capt. Nick Stanczyk called in a hook-up-andrelease for Dillons’ Skyler McGarry at 8:50 a.m. A flurry of activity over the next hour changed the standings. By 10:30 a.m. Cloud Nine, fishing the gang from Chef Michael’s, took the lead with releases from Chris Merrell, Christian Ledwith and Ralph Howell. Broad Minded, fishing with Dillons bartenders, stayed in second with the addition of a double-header. Ocean View (OV) held third with a double-header release for Becca Britto and Lee Cash on the Buzz On. Square Grouper angler Megan Simpson released a sail, giving their team two fish. Shipwrecks anglers Kayla Flanagan and Zeke Brauer aboard the Two Reel also had two fish. As the day progressed it would become clear that Broad Minded was in it to win it. Dillons’ Jack Whittle released another sail. At 12:30, the team released another double-header followed by a release for McGarry and Jack Whittle. In total, the team had

Team OV placed second in the sailfish open. CONTRIBUTED

eight sailfish releases for a first-place finish, a trophy and $1,000 in memory of Trapper John, a long-time tournament participant. Nick Stanczyk won the Outstanding Captain award and Mate Mike Varney took home the Outstanding Mate award. McGarry won first-place angler with four releases on time and a King Sailfish trophy. His name will be engraved on the JayAnna Cohan founder’s award, and he received a $500 check. Whittle released four fish on time. He received a Pasta Pantaleo print for second-place angler. The OV fishing aboard the Buzz On finished second. The team, consisting of Becca Britto, Lee Cash, Brittany Violette and Butch Comeforo, had four releases. Anglers from Chef Michaels, Ashli Kristin and Kim Tomic and teammates aboard the Cloud Nine took home the third-place bar trophy. “The reason JayAnna Cohan started this tournament was because she loved to sailfish and she wanted others to have the same opportunity,” said Dianne Harbaugh, tournament director. “I would like to extend a special thank you to all the local businesses who helped to support this event for our hard working bar and restaurant employees.” — Contributed

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estate of BONNIE LOUISE COLE, deceased, whose date of death was July 13, 2021, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, Plantation Key, FL 33070. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is: February 17, 2022. Personal Representative: MICHAEL ALAN COLE 932 S. Topaz Avenue Key Largo, FL 33037 Attorney for Personal Representative: URBAN J. W. PATTERSON, ESQ. Email: ujwplaw@gmail.com Secondary Email: ujwplawfirm@ yahoo.com Florida Bar No. 382035 Urban J. W. Patterson, P.A. P.O. Box 783 Islamorada, Florida 33036 Telephone: 305-664-5065 Publish: February 17 & 24, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is: February 17, 2022. Personal Representative: Susan Castronuovo 16 Lynnwood Drive Loudonville, New York 12211 Attorney for Personal Representative: Richard E. Warner Attorney Florida Bar Number: 283134 RICHARD E. WARNER, P.A. 12221 Overseas Highway MARATHON, FL 33050 Telephone: (305) 743-6022 Fax: (305) 743-6216 E-mail: richard@rewarnerlaw.com Secondary E-Mail: pamela2@ rewarnerlaw.com Publish: February 17 & 24, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

50 High Point Road, 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: February 17, 2022. Personal Representative: Jocelyn Tiedemann 127 Coconut Row Tavernier, Florida 33070 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: February 17 & 24, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

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: February 17, 2022. Personal Representative: GREGORY L. ROBILLARD III 20585 Carson Road Deephaven, MN 55331 Attorney for Personal Representative: JOHN MICHAEL LYNN, ESQ. Florida Bar No. 0147273 Turner & Lynn, PA 7 Barracuda Lane Key Largo, Florida 33037 Telephone: (305) 367-0911 turnerlynnpa@gmail.com Publish: February 17 & 24, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

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: February 10, 2022. Personal Representative: Raisa Carolina Gonzalez c/o Gustavo A. Gutierrez, Esq. 5900 SW 73rd Street, Suite 305 Miami, Florida 33143 Attorney for Personal Representative: Gustavo A. Gutierrez, Esquire Florida Bar No.: 738751 Preventive Law Solutions 5900 SW 73rd Street, Suite 305 Miami, Florida 33143 Telephone (305) 757-4357 Publish: February 10 & 17, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 22-CP-19-P DIVISION: UPPER KEYS IN RE: ESTATE OF GERTRUDE W. CASTRONUOVO Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Gertrude W. Castronuovo, deceased, whose date of death was December 4, 2021, 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 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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 22-CP-000012-M IN RE: ESTATE OF ADDY I. PEREZ-FERIA Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of ADDY I. PEREZ-FERIA, deceased, whose date of death was October 3rd, 2021, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is: February 17, 2022. Personal Representative: YAMILE MARTINEZ Address: 6216 S.W. 9th Street West Miami, FL 33144 Attorneys for Personal Representative: Palmer Palmer & Mangiero 12790 S. Dixie Hwy Miami, FL 33156 Telephone: (305) 378-0011 Florida Bar No. 818119 Email Addresses: eservice@ ppmpalaw.com david@ppmpalaw.com Publish: February 17 & 24, 2021 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 22-CP-29-P IN RE: ESTATE OF MARVIN DANIEL BARRETT, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Marvin Daniel Barrett, deceased, whose date of death was January 11, 2022, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 22-CP-000031-P IN RE: ESTATE OF ROSANNE E. ROBILLARD, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of ROSANNE E. ROBILLARD, deceased, whose date of death was January 1, 2022; is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, Tavernier, FL 33070. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, and who have been served a copy of this notice, must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE 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 having claims or demands against 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 FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN THE FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 2021-CP-000337-K IN RE: ESTATE OF JEFFREY BURTON TURNER Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Jeffrey Burton Turner, deceased, whose date of death was November 9, 2021; is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, File Number 2021-CP-000337-K, the address of which is 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040. The names and addresses of the personal representatives and the personal representatives’ 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, 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: February 10, 2022. Co-Personal Representatives: Robert Turner Lorraine Bird-Turner 12709 Daisy Place Bradenton, FL 34212 Attorney for Personal Representatives: Richard A. Stoffels, Esquire Stoffels Law Group 6727 1st Avenue South, Suite 104 St. Petersburg, FL 33707 (727) 388-6777 Florida Bar Number: 0759813 rich.stoffels@stoffelslawgroup. com stoffels@tampabay.rr.com Publish: February 10 & 17, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION CASE NO.: 21-CP-000089-M IN RE: ESTATE OF RIGOBERTO GONZALEZ Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Rigoberto Gonzalez, deceased, whose date of death was August 21, 2021, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050. The names

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 22-CP-000004-P IN RE: ESTATE OF LINDA O. BROWN Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Linda O. Brown, deceased, whose date of death was March 10, 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: February 10, 2022. Personal Representative: Brooks R. Brown 1900 N Street NW Washington, DC 20036 Attorney for Personal Representative: DUNWODY WHITE & LANDON, P.A. Denise B. Cazobon, Esq. Florida Bar Number: 071616 4001 Tamiami Trail North, Suite 200

LEGAL NOTICES Naples, FL 34103 Telephone: (239) 263-5885 Fax: (239) 262-1442 Publish: February 10 & 17, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF LEXINGTON IN THE FAMILY COURT ELEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT CASE NO. 2021-DR-32-1836 Jesse Ramage, Plaintiff v. Heather Leigh Higgs, Defendant Filed September 21, 2021 To: THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANT: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to answer the complaint in this action, a copy of which is hereby served upon you, and to serve a copy of your answer to the complaint on the subscriber at his office in Columbia, South Carolina, within thirty (30) days after the service hereof, exclusive of the day of such service; and if you fail to answer the complaint within the time aforesaid, judgment by default will be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint. Columbia, South Carolina February 2, 2022. Respectfully submitted, MASELLA LAW FIRM, P.A. Robert M.P. Masella, Attorney for Plaintiff, 917 Calhoun Street, Columbia, South Carolina 29201 (803) 748-9990 Publish: February 10, 17 & 24, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT OUTAGAMIE COUNTY AMENDED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR TEMPORARY ORDER Code No. 40503 In re the Custody of W.E.B.: AMBER LEE EASTMAN, Petitioner, -andEDWARD FRANCISCO BONILLA, Respondent. Upon the attached affidavit: IT IS ORDERED that the above-named respondent appear as follows: BEFORE: Hon. Family Court Commissioner Brian Bushaw PLACE: via Pexip videoconferencing Call 1 (352) 222-2275, conference ID number 85156733# DATE/TIME: March 21, 2022 at 9:30 AM and show cause in person why a temporary order pursuant to sec. 767.225, Stats., should not be entered pending judgment in this action for the relief requested in the attached affidavit. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that pending the hearing on this order and further orders: 1. Both parties are prohibited from removing the minor from the jurisdiction of the court or from interfering with the parental rights of the other parent, except as provided by statute. 2. Both parties shall produce at the hearing wage statements from their respective employers for a period of eight weeks prior to the hearing, a preliminary financial statement under oath, and copies of state and federal income tax returns for the last two (2) taxable years in the party’s possession or control. A copy of this order together with the attached supporting papers shall be served on the respondent in person at least 48 hours before the time fixed for the hearing. DATE SIGNED: February 1, 2022 By: Brian Bushaw Court Commissioner Outagamie County, Wisconsin Publish: February 17 & 24 and March 3, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

LEGAL NOTICES STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT OUTAGAMIE COUNTY PUBLICATION SUMMONS Paternity Code No. 40503 Case No. 22FA13 IN RE: THE SUPPORT OF: Petitioner AMBER LEE EASTMAN, and Respondent EDWARD FRANCISCO BONILLA, THE STATE OF WISCONSIN, TO THE PERSON NAMED ABOVE AS RESPONDENT: You are notified that the petitioner named above has filed a Petition for paternity against you. You must respond with a written demand for a copy of the Petition within 40 days from the day after the first date of publication. The demand must be sent or delivered to the court at: Clerk of Court, Outagamie County Courthouse, 320 South Walnut Street, Appleton, WI 54911 and to: Petitioner: Amber Lee Eastman, W6964 Hickory Nut Trail, Appleton, WI 54914 It is recommended, but not required, that you have an attorney help or represent you. If you do not demand a copy of the Petition within 40 days, the court may grant judgment against you for the award of money or other legal action requested in the Petition, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the Petition. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property.” You are further notified that if the parties to this action have minor children, violation of §948.31, Wis. Stats., (Interference with custody by parent or others) is punishable by fines and/or imprisonment. If you and the petitioner have minor children, documents setting forth the percentage standard for child support established by the department under §49.22(9), Wis. Stats., and the factors that a court may consider for modification of that standard under §767.511(1m), Wis. Stats., are available upon your request from the Clerk of Court. You are notified of the availability of information from the Circuit Court Commissioner as set forth in §767.105, Wis. Stats. §767.105 Information from Circuit Court Commissioner. (2) Upon request of a party to an action affecting the family, including a revision of judgment or order under sec. 767.59 or 767.451: (a) The Circuit Court Commissioner shall, with or without charge, provide the party with written information on the following, as appropriate to the action commenced: 1. The procedure for obtaining a judgment or order in the action. 2. The major issues usually addressed in such an action. 3. Community resources and family court counseling services available to assist the parties. 4. The procedure for setting, modifying, and enforcing child support awards, or modifying and enforcing legal custody or physical placement judgments or orders. (b) The Circuit Court Commissioner shall provide a party, for inspection or purchase, with a copy of the statutory provisions in this chapter generally pertinent to the action. Signed this 1st day of February, 2022. Joy N. Sisler Bar No 1086541 Wolf River Lawyers S.C. P.O. Box 200, Dale, WI 54931 Joy@WolfRiverLawyers.com 920-779-4140 Publish: February 17 & 24 and March 3, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No.: 22-DR-26-M Division: Family ANGELINA REBECCA HOGG, Petitioner, and WAYNE LEE HOGG, JR., Respondent. NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE TO: WAYNE LEE HOGG, JR. Last Known Address: 3649 LOUISA STREET, MARATHON, FLORIDA 33050 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 ANGELINA REBECCA HOGG, whose address is 3649 LOUISA STREET, MARATHON, FLORIDA 33050, on or before March 4, 2022, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 3117 OVERSEAS HIGHWAY, MARATHON, FLORIDA 33050, before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition. 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 addresses 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 this 31st day of January 2022 Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Calvin Joseph Deputy Clerk Publish: February 3, 10, 17 & 24, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

POINT OF BEGINNING. Plus Boat Slip # 25 A one-twenty-fifth undivided interest in a tract of land and water in “PARRISH SUBDIVISION”, as recorded in Plat Book 2, at Page 18, of the Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and being more particularly described by metes and bounds as follows: Commencing at the intersection of the West line of Section 9, Township 66 South, Range 32 East and the Southerly rightof-way line of U.S. Highway No. 1, bear North 85 degrees and 15 minutes East, along said right-of-way, 1850 feet; thence bear South, 200.17 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING of the tract of land and water hereinafter described; from said POINT OF BEGINNING, bear South 85 degrees and 15 minutes West, 289.62 feet; thence bear South, 719.95 feet; thence bear West, 1110 feet to the West line of Block 1 of PARRISH SUBDIVISION, extended South; thence bear South, 593 feet, more or less; thence bear East, 428.29 feet; thence bear North, 583 feet, more or less, to a point that is 962.26 feet South from the Southerly right-of-way line of U.S. Highway No. 1; thence bear West, 144.29 feet; thence bear North, 720.00 feet; thence bear North 85 degrees and 15 minutes East, 115.03 feet; thence bear North, 30.10 feet, back to the POINT OF BEGINNING, LESS the following described tract of land a tract of land in a part of PARRISH SUBDIVISION, as recorded in Plat Book 2, at Page 18, of the Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and being more particularly described by metes and bounds as follows: Commencing at the intersection of the West Line of Section 9, Township 66 South, Range 32 East, and the Southerly right-of-way line of U.S. Highway No. 1, bear North 85 degrees and 15 minutes East, along said right-of-way, 1850 feet; thence bear South 230.27 feet; thence bear South 85 degrees and 15 minutes West, 145.13 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING of the tract of land hereinafter described: from said POINT OF BEGINNING, continue bearing South 85 degrees and 15 minutes West, 114.39 feet; thence bear South, 720.00 feet; thence bear East, 114 feet; thence bear North, 729.47 feet, back to the POINT OF BEGINNING. NOTE: The Street address of the property is: Fisherman’s Point Association, 201 20th StreetOcean, Lot 8, Marathon, Florida 33050. ANY PERSON CLAIMING AN INTEREST IN THE SURPLUS FROM THE SALE, IF ANY, OTHER THAN THE PROPERTY OWNER AS OF THE DATE OF THE LIS PENDENS, MUST FILE A CLAIM WITHIN SIXTY (60) DAYS AFTER THE SALE. Pursuant to AMENDED DEFAULT FINAL JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE AGAINST DEFENDANTS, TU BALU GROUP, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, F/K/A, ELITE SKY HOLDINGS, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, ADMINISTRATIVELY DISSOLVED AND SUBSEQUENTLY REINSTATED WITH IMMEDIATE CHANGE OF NAME ON 11/22/19 AND UNKNOWN TENANT IN POSSESSION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY entered in a case pending in said Court, the 18TH day of January 2022 Style of which is: JUDITH SILVA Plaintiff VS. TU BALU GROUP, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, F/K/A, ELITE SKY HOLDINGS, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, ADMINISTRATIVELY DISSOLVED AND SUBSEQUENTLY REINSTATED WITH IMMEDIATE CHANGE OF NAME ON 11/22/19 et. al Defendant And the Docket Number of which is Number 44-2020-CA101-M WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 21ST day of January 2022

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE BY CERK 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 1st day of March 2022, 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: A tract of land in a part of “PARRISH SUBDIVISION”, as recorded in Plat Book 2, at Page 18, of the Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and being more particularly described by metes and bounds as follows: Commencing at the intersection of the West line of Section 9, Township 66 South, Range 32 East, and the Southerly right-ofway line of U.S. Highway No. 1, bear North 85 degrees and 15 minutes East, along said rightof-way 1850 feet; thence bear South, 230.27 feet; thence bear South 85 degrees and 15 minutes West, 115.03 feet; thence bear South, 630 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING of the tract of land hereinafter described; thence continue South 90 feet; thence bear East, 144.29 feet; thence bear North 90 feet; thence bear West, 144.29 feet, back to the

LEGAL NOTICES KEVIN MADOK Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Shonta McLeod Deputy Clerk Publish: February 10 & 17, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2022-01 Notice is hereby given that ATCF II FLORIDA-A LLC holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2019/1761 Alt Key No: 8675127 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2019 RE: 00572796-000505 Description of Property: HARBOUR HOUSE CONDOMINIUM AT OCEAN REEF PHASE III UNIT HH-42 OR923911/913 OR953-1882 OR10042123 OR1004-2133/2134AFF OR1004-2135D/C OR22951554/57 OR2903-2391/94 Name in which assessed: 123 SAINT ANNESS LLC All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL Sale Date: MARCH 30th, 2022 Sale Time: 10:00am Dated this 20th day of January 2022 KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Publish: February 10, 17, 24 & March 3, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2022-02 Notice is hereby given that TLGFY, LLC CAPITAL ONE, N.A., AS COLLATERAL ASSIGNEE OF TLGFY, LLC holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2019/1541 Alt Key No: 1619086 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2019 RE: 00501240-000000 Description of Property: BK 1 LT 18 KEY LARGO BEACH PB2-149 KEY LARGO OR420-666 OR1377-110/11ORD OR1377112/13P/R OR1779-721/22P/R OR2759-202/03ORD OR27631885D/C OR2763-1886 OR2856522/23 Name in which assessed: 1600 GARDENIA LANE INC All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL Sale Date: March 30th, 2022 Sale Time: 10:00am Dated this 20th day of January 2022 KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Publish: February 10, 17, 24 & March 3, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2022-03 Notice is hereby given that TLGFY, LLC CAPITAL ONE, N.A., AS COLLATERAL ASSIGNEE OF TLGFY, LLC holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2019/1074 Alt Key No: 1452297 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2019 RE: 00369110-000000 Description of Property: BK 23 LT 4 CRAINS SUBD OF GRASSY KEY PB 1-51 PT SECS2425-26 TWP 65S R 33E G19-163 OR-145-29/52 OR1096-521/22PR OR1096-519/20 OR1107-1028 OR2777-2021ORD OR2778-976 Name in which assessed: MAVITY BARTON E All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL Sale Date: March 30th, 2022 Sale Time: 10:00am Dated this 20th day of January 2022 KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Publish: February 10, 17, 24 & March 3, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2019/1436 Alt Key No: 1591181 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2019 RE: 00481920-000000 Description of Property: BK 2 LT 14 TAVERNIER HARBOR PB2-36 KEY LARGO G60-11/12 OR821-697D/C OR975-1229/36 OR1008-1880/1883 WILL OR1103-2235/36PR OR11392088 OR1139-2089 Name in which assessed: TIB BANK ACCOUNTING DEPARTMENT C/O RODRIGUEZ SONIA All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL Sale Date: March 30th, 2022 Sale Time: 10:00am Dated this 20th day of January 2022 KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Publish: February 10, 17, 24 & March 3, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2019/1434 Alt Key No: 1591165 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2019 RE: 00481900-000000 Description of Property: BK 2 LT 12 TAVERNIER HARBOR PB2-36 KEY LARGO G62210/211OR821-697D/C OR9751229/36 OR1008-1880/1883 WILL OR1103-2235/36PR OR11392088 OR1139-2089 Name in which assessed: TIB BANK ACCOUNTING DEPARTMENT C/O RODRIGUEZ SONIA All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL Sale Date: March 30th, 2022 Sale Time: 10:00am Dated this 20th day of January 2022 KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Publish: February 10, 17, 24 & March 3, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2014/1389 Alt Key No: 1450863 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2014 RE: 00367680-000000 Description of Property: BK 10 LT 5 CRAINS SUBD OF GRASSY KEY PB 1-51 PT SECS2425-26 TWP 65S R 33E G33-77-78 OR2476-1111T/D OR26611208T/D Name in which assessed: LATTIG KARL J All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL Sale Date: March 30th, 2022 Sale Time: 10:00am Dated this 20th day of January 2022 KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Publish: February 10, 17, 24 & March 3, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2022-11 Notice is hereby given that CITRUS CAPITAL HOLDINGS, LLC CITRUS CAPITAL HOLDINGS FBO SEC PTY holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2019/1120 Alt Key No: 9103033 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2019 RE: 00383150-000200 Description of Property: BK 3 LOT 21 DUCK KEY PLANTATION ISLAND SEC-3 PART-2 TOMS HARBOR PB5-82 OR489-364/66 OR551-196 OR707-798/806 OR788-735/36 OR795-186/187(CASE-9310050-CP-10) OR795-189/90 OR1246-1179/89 OR12461779/89(CASE-93-10050-CP-10) OR1255-2282AFF OR14542064/65 OR2492-2448 OR15661448 OR1684-284 OR2013-84 OR2038-676/77 OR2392-795/98 OR2392-799/802 OR2399-375/78 OR2400-1327/30 OR2736680/682 OR2910-2493/94 Name in which assessed: CONCH HAUS VII LLC All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL Sale Date: March 30th, 2022 Sale Time: 10:00am Dated this 20th day of January 2022 KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Publish: February 10, 17, 24 & March 3, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2022-13 Notice is hereby given that GLENN BREDA holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2018/1083 Alt Key No: 1443328 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2018 RE: 00361240-000000 Description of Property: BK 5 LT 8 SUNSET BEAY PB 5-46 GRASSY KEY OR471-712/714 OR655-108C/T 0R771-789/790 OR910-297 OR1110-231(CSP) Name in which assessed: CARDONE MARIA VICTORIA All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL Sale Date: March 30th, 2022 Sale Time: 10:00am Dated this 20th day of January 2022 KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Publish: February 10, 17, 24 & March 3, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2022-07 Notice is hereby given that CANAL TAX SB MUNI CUST FOR CANAL TAX holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2019/1522 Alt Key No: 1610941 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2019 RE: 00494780-000000 Description of Property: TRACT D PIRATES COVE KEY LARGO PB3-18 OR232-290/91 OR668-215 OR950-2108R/S OR1714-740/41GUARD OR1825674P/R Name in which assessed: MOORE WILLIAM H CARSON SHELIA MORRE THOMAS A All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL Sale Date: March 30th, 2022 Sale Time: 10:00am Dated this 20th day of January 2022 KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Publish: February 10, 17, 24 & March 3, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2022-08 Notice is hereby given that CANAL TAXSB MUNI CUST FOR CANAL TAX holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2022-09 Notice is hereby given that CITRUS CAPITAL HOLDINGS, LLC CITRUS CAPITAL HOLDINGS FBO SEC PTY holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2019/1435 Alt Key No: 1591173 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2019 RE: 00481910-000000 Description of Property: BK 2 LT 13 TAVERNIER HARBOR PB2-36 KEY LARGO G62210/211OR821-697D/C OR9751229/36 OR1008-1880/1883 WILL OR1103-2235/36PR OR11392088 OR1139-2089 Name in which assessed: TIB BANK ACCOUNTING DEPARTMENT C/O RODRIGUEZ SONIA All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL Sale Date: March 30th, 2022 Sale Time: 10:00am Dated this 20th day of January 2022 KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Publish: February 10, 17, 24 & March 3, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2022-10 Notice is hereby given that CITRUS CAPITAL HOLDINGS, LLC CITRUS CAPITAL HOLDINGS FBO SEC PTY holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2022-12 Notice is hereby given that BUFFALO BILL, LLC BUFFACO BILL, LLC holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2022-14 Notice is hereby given that CANAL TAX SB MUNI CUST FOR CANAL TAX holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2019/968 Alt Key No: 9078397 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2019 RE: 00338830-001780 Description of Property: PARCEL NO 47E AND 1/200% COMMON ELEMENTS KEY RV/ MOBILE HOME CONDOMINIUM

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES OR2042-1976 OR2084-975 OR2184-1319/29AMD Name in which assessed: KOURIS PETER C All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL Sale Date: March 30th, 2022 Sale Time: 10:00am Dated this 20th day of January 2022 KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Publish: February 10, 17, 24 & March 3, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2022-15 Notice is hereby given that CANAL TAX SB MUNI CUST FOR CANAL TAX holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2019/972 Alt Key No: 1418927 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2019 RE: 00341280-000000 Description of Property: BK B LTS 15 AND 17 PUERTA DEL SOL PB3-117 KEY VACA OR469-379/80 OR853-854 OR2851-684/85 OR2856-41/42 OR2912-440/41 OR3017/1010 Name in which assessed: AEJ INVESTMENTS LLC All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL Sale Date: March 30th, 2022 Sale Time: 10:00am Dated this 20th day of January 2022 KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Publish: February 10, 17, 24 & March 3, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2022-16 Notice is hereby given that CITRUS CAPITAL HOLDINGS, LLC CITRUS CAPITAL HOLDINGS FBO SEC PTY holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2019/718 Alt Key No: 1279749 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2019 RE: 00214481-002500 Description of Property: BK 1 LT 25 CORAL SHORES ESTATES MOBILE HOMES SECTION 1 PB6-59 LITTLE TORCH KEY OR467-984/87 OR530-681/82 OR759-1143/44 OR819-1662 OR923-261 OR11051627 OR1220-187 OR1408-146 OR1699-842/43 OR2116-1846 Along with mobile home: MODEL: Oak Knoll Year: 1986 ID NR: FLFL1AF407010441 TITLE NR: 42134828 Name in which assessed: FARRELL ADELAIDE

LEGAL NOTICES All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL Sale Date: March 30th, 2022 Sale Time: 10:00am Dated this 20th day of January 2022 KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Publish: February 10, 17, 24 & March 3, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2022-17 Notice is hereby given that CHRISTINA BRYAN holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2016/899 Alt Key No: 1406422 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2016 RE: 00331061-011400 Description of Property: SEA-AIR ESTATES VACA KEY PB691 LOT 18 BK 5 & ADJ PT OF ANA COURT OR1550-2356/62RES Name in which assessed: SEA-AIR ESTATES INC C/O GOSS RICHARD All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL Sale Date: March 30th, 2022 Sale Time: 10:00am Dated this 20th day of January 2022 KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Publish: February 10, 17, 24 & March 3, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2022-19 Notice is hereby given that TLGFY, LLC CAPITAL ONE, N.A., AS COLLATERAL ASSIGNEE OF TLGFY, LLC holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2019/709 Alt Key No: 1271748 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2019 RE: 00208450-000000 Description of Property: BK 8 N 100’ LTS 11 & 12 RAMROD SHORES FIRST ADDN PB4-51 RAMROD KEY OR411-264/265 OR952-2301 OR1261-2353 OR1333-251/52 RE 20846 COMBINED FOR ASSMT PURPOSES 5-27-97 Name in which assessed: LEWIS LAURA All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key

LEGAL NOTICES West, FL Sale Date: March 30th, 2022 Sale Time: 10:00am Dated this 20th day of January 2022 KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Publish: February 10, 17, 24 & March 3, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2022-20 Notice is hereby given that TLOA OF FLORIDA, LLC CAPITAL ONE BANK, C/O TLOA HOLDINGS, LLC holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2019/667 Alt Key No: 1254061 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2019 RE: 00192190-000000 Description of Property: BK 4 LT 15 SUMMERLAND KEY COVE ADDITION NO 5 PB5-40 SUMMERLAND KEY OR696549 OR837-1053 OR889-2472 OR2750-2086/87L/E Name in which assessed: SCHELLENBERG DAVID L All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL Sale Date: March 30th, 2022 Sale Time: 10:00am Dated this 20th day of January 2022 KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Publish: February 10, 17, 24 & March 3, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2022-21 Notice is hereby given that MARK FINK holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2018/606 Alt Key No: 1216828 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2018 RE: 00167830-000000 Description of Property: LT 75 SUGARLOAF TOWNSITE PB3-180 SUGARLOAF KEY OR458683/84 Name in which assessed: MASONIC AND EASTERN STAR HOME DIST OF COLUMBIA All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL Sale Date: March 30th, 2022 Sale Time: 10:00am Dated this 20th day of January 2022 KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Publish: February 10, 17, 24 & March 3, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2022-22 Notice is hereby given that KEYS TAX FUNDING LLC-19 holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2019/314 Alt Key No: 9063781 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2019 RE: 00099980-003300 Description of Property: PARCEL 33 LION’S LAIR COOPERATIVE OR19372310/2422DEC OR1937-2450/52 Along with: Mobile Home MAKE: Bayridge YEAR: 2004 TITLE:92554040 VEHICLE ID NR: 5DJTB0S2845004272 Name in which assessed: DUNN JOHN All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL Sale Date: March 30th, 2022 Sale Time: 10:00am Dated this 20th day of January 2022 KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Publish: February 10, 17, 24 & March 3, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

ALL YEARS! Junk or Used. Cars - Vans - TrucksRunning or Not. $CASH$ 305-332-0483

CENTENNIAL BANK IS H I R I N G ! TELLER II MARATHON/KEY WEST. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF P O S I T I O N : Conduct transactions with speed, accuracy and efficiency while meeting or exceeding service quality standards. Safeguard bank assets assigned to them. Contribute to the growth of the bank by promoting and cross selling bank products and services. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Equivalent to four years high school or GED, with particular emphasis during high school in office skills, shop skills, or others, plus 12 to 18 months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. To apply, please visit our careers page: www.my100bank. com/careers

Immediate openings for exp. electricians and helpers (with or without exp. - will train right person). Must have valid Driv. Lic. and clean driving record. Meacham Electric - Marathon,FL. Call Steve 305-4810058 or email resume to meachst@outlook.com

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2022-23 Notice is hereby given that CITRUS CAPITAL HOLDINGS, LLC CITRUS CAPITAL HOLDINGS FBO SEC PTY holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2019/222 Alt Key No: 8734409 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2019 RE: 00079872-011500 Description of Property: BLK 4 LOT 1 COURY SUBD NO 2 PB7-48 OR1590-1186/87TC OR1598-1865/66 OR2453-880/81 OR2900-1437/38 Name in which assessed: SEA N SKI LLC All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL Sale Date: March 30th, 2022 Sale Time: 10:00am Dated this 20th day of January 2022 KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Publish: February 10, 17, 24 & March 3, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

BOATS FOR SALE 2009 Cobia 206 CC, 2014 Yamaha 150 4-stroke, Continental trailer, located in Marathon. $20,000 or best offer (305)741-7440 34' True World walkaround - seats 10 ppl. Twin Yanmar only 330 hours w/diesel generator. Fully loaded w/air in the cabin & helm deck. Located in Marathon. 724-689-9085 Inflatable Boat - 8' West Marine RU250, 3.5 hp Mercury 4 stroke (3 hours). Located in Marathon. Call 859-630-0531 SOLD IN LESS THAN 3 DAYS!! Place your Boat For Sale ad here for only $25.00/ week for up to five lines of copy. Call 305-743-0844 today! BOAT MISC/PARTS BOAT LIFT FOR SALE LDL 10,000 lb. lift located in Marathon. $2,000.00 3 0 5 - 7 4 3 - 0 7 8 3 BOAT SLIP FOR RENT

Boat slip available oceanside in Marathon. Self contained incl. one parking space. $20.00 per foot/month plus water. F/L/S No pets. 305-6108002 BOATS WANTED WANTED: Pontoon Boat and Trailer - CHEAP! 3 0 5 - 2 8 9 - 9 8 8 4 EMPLOYMENT

Groundskeeper/ Maintenance person, KCB, Sea Isle Condominium, 20-25 hrs. per week, $20 per hr., apply by e-mail to HardingThomasL@aol. com, or call 734-476-0531. CNA Companion needed in Marathon for an 84yr old ambulatory woman. $20.00/hour. For more information call 516-768-3032 The Cabana Club, a ocean front private swim club, is seeking a part time line cook. Perfect second job. Club is open 10am - 7pm daily. Located in Key Colony Beach. Hourly pay commensurate with experience. Beautiful environment, small friendly staff, open year round. Apply in person, email resume to atpor call 305 393-0631 ask for April. Boat rental company in Marathon needs mechanic. Boat experience a plus. Call 305-481-7006

Serve/Bartend on the ocean! FT/PT Ocean front private swim club is seeking customer service oriented server/ bartender. Serve on pool deck, beach and/ or bar lounge. Open year round, 10am-7pm daily. Full time/Part time. Small friendly staff. Above average hourly wage plus tips. Apply in person at 425 E. Ocean Dr. Key Colony Beach or call April (305) 393-0631. Immediate openings for experienced plumbers and helpers (with or without experience - we will train the right person). Must have a valid driver's license & clean driving record. Please apply in person at 10700 5th Avenue Gulf, Marathon or email resume to: eerpinc@gmail.com The Marathon Yacht Club is looking to hire a FOH Manager. Friendly atmosphere. Private club. Salary + share in tip pool. Responsible for managing wait and bar staff, ordering and inventorying bar supplies and serving at times. Call 305-743-6739 to schedule an interview. City of Marathon Current Job Openings: Recreation Specialist/ General Maintenance Tech, Engineering Intern, Public Works Fleet Mechanic, and Marina Customer Service Rep. Full Benefits. EOE Please see City website for details www.ci.marathon.fl.us

ABSOLUTE AUCTION Tuesday February 22nd @ 11Am FALAFEL BISTRO 5677 Coral Ridge Drive., Coral Springs, Florida 33076 Preview begins @ 9AM morning of sale Bid In-Person or Online @ Proxibid.Com/TobyNeverett

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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@gmail.com

and coordinate various maintenance and construction projects. Other requirements include, but are not limited to, ability to use Microsoft Office and other specialized software applications, ability to keep accurate and detailed records, prepare reports, and communicate effectively both orally and in writing with other staff and residents. This position includes regular project management functions, requiring interaction with tenants and other Housing Authority staff. The Maintenance Director

also ensures compliance with HUD and Housing Authority regulations, policies, and procedures. Salary Commensurate with Experience. The KWHA provides health, retirement, and leave benefits for permanent full-time employees. To apply, please contact Human Resources at: wrightk@kwha. org or (305)296-5621. Applications are available on our website kwha. org or our Administrative Office located at 1400 Kennedy Dr., Key West, FL 33040. EOE & Drug Free Work Place.

NOW HIRING: Sweet Savannah's is now hiring for multiple positions: Cashier - must be 16 yrs or older, Full-time Baker & Part-time Baker's Assistant. Stop by for an application at 8919 Overseas Highway, Marathon or email: info@ s we e t s a v a n n a h s. c o m

Boat Cleaner needed for afternoons. Send text or call 305-481-3259

2070 or email resume to neil@allkeysdiesel.com . Drug Free and valid Drivers License a must.

Duplex For Sale By Owner. 10822 2nd Avenue, Gulf, Marathon. 2BR/1BA each side. Trade RV or BOAT or CASH. Call 305-481-1316

Kelly Electric in Marathon looking for experienced Journeyman/Electrician. Please send resume to Kelly6098@aol.com or call Bill at 305-743-6098 The Housing Authority of the City of Key West is hiring for the part-time position of Custodian at our Eastwind Apartments Office. For a detailed job description and application to apply, please visit www.kwha. org or contact Human Resources at: Wrightk@ kwha.org or (305)2965621, extension 225. Applications are also available at our Eastwind Office located at 240 Sombrero Beach Rd., Marathon, FL 33050. EOE & Drug Free Work Place.

The Moorings Village is seeking a friendly, self motivated, team player for a GUEST SERVICES position. Competitive salary and great benefits. Job types: Full-time & Part-time

The Housing Authority of the City of Key West is hiring a Housing Manager Trainee. This full-time position provides housing management services for various public housing properties. Successful candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Word & Excel and have the ability to interpret federal regulations. Experience in Housing and Urban Development (HUD) or State related programs is preferred. Bilingual Preferred (English/Spanish). Salary Commensurate with Experience. KWHA provides health, retirement, and leave benefits for permanent full-time employees. To apply, please contact Human Resources at: wrightk@kwha. org or (305)296-5621. Applications are available on our website kwha. org or our Administrative Office located at 1400 Kennedy Dr., Key West, FL 33040. EOE & Drug Free Work Place. The Housing Authority of the City of Key West is hiring: Maintenance Director. This fulltime position is a critical position within the Housing Authority, supervising and overseeing the maintenance department. The right candidate should have thorough knowledge of building codes and general knowledge of other trades, such as plumbing and electrical. They must also have the ability to plan, assign,

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

Fl Keys Diesel Marathon now hiring: Diesel Technician - C o m p e t i t i v e compensation package. 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 305-289-

Please email your resume to Lindsey@mooringsvillage.com or call the reception office at 305-664-4708

PLACE YOUR HELP WANTED AD here for 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

HOUSING FOR RENT Las Brisa - 2BR/2BA Unfurnished, great view, W/D, covered parking. WWWTennis, Swimming Pool & BBQ on property. Across from Smather's Beach, Key West. $3,500/ month + util. F/L/S Owner/Agent Douglas Miller 305-296-7706 RENTED !!!

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

SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS NEEDED! Monroe County School District

The Turtle Hospital in Marathon Join our team! Full and part-time Educational Program Guides/Gift Shop Sales. Public speaking & retail sales experience helpful. $15.00/hour to start. Send resume to: TurtleHospitalMarathon@gmail.com

NOW HIRING: Hosts Waitstaff Bartenders Bar Backs Bussers Line Cooks Dishwashers

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

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

Diesel Mechanic Truck Helpers CDL Drivers Applicants must apply in person to be considered. 4290 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

Salary $18.00 - $25.80/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

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.

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FLORIDA KEYS TABLE T

he Florida Keys boast some of the most iconic eateries and bars in the world. Creative culinary minds elevate local seafood to new levels and celebrate contemporary fusion, Cuban, Caribbean, Asian, French and other international influences. Our chain of islands is one of the world’s top food and drink destinations. But our magnetic appeal goes beyond the

ALEXA KEELER Sunset Lounge, Islamorada Added to the unique food and drink menu at Sunset Lounge is the stellar service provided by bartenders, waiters and waitresses. Take Alexa Keeler for instance. Originally from the Tampa area, she’s a 7-month resident of the Florida Keys. She said she enjoys the people who frequent the lounge. “The customers I meet are really cool people.” She also enjoys her fellow coworkers and the fun, family atmosphere management provides. What’s her favorite menu items? Keeler said it’s the cajun shrimp dip and the beef carpaccio. “I had a girl who didn’t eat meat. Her boyfriend ordered it and she absolutely loved it,” she said. When she’s not working, Keeler enjoys boating and grabbing some food at other local restaurants.

FOOD, DRINKS & PEOPLE menu. The skilled professionals who define our local hospitality industry do much more than mix creative cocktails and serve delicious meals. These hard-working men and women are ambassadors, social directors, travel advisors and unlicensed — but often effective — therapists. To celebrate our unique culinary culture, Keys Weekly brings you this bi-weekly feature

to highlight the food, libations and local personalities that define our “must-try” destinations across the Florida Keys. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a fifth-generation local, your options are endless. Indulge in something new or revisit a familiar favorite. And above all, support the local owners and loyal employees who are vital to our Keys communities.

DRAGONFRUIT MOJITO Hogfish Bar & Grill, Key West The best-tasting — and best-looking — take on the traditional Cuban mojito, this Dragonfruit Mojito at Hogfish Bar & Grill is a captivating red color with the unexpectedly fresh taste of dragonfruit. It also features the usual muddled mint, lime and rum.

BANG BANG SHRIMP Florida Keys Steak & Lobster House, Marathon These sweet and spicy fried and sauced shrimp are delectable enough to be a guilty pleasure all on their own. Served over a cheesy mound of seasoned potato wedges, they make an unlikely savory combo perfectly worthy of a cheat day on any diet.

For more, visit our Keys Table Magazines online at keysweekly.com/table. Our Florida Keys Table Magazines are published nine times a year in the Upper Keys, Marathon and Key West. For more information email: Stephanie@keysweekly.com.

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