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NUMBER OF THE WEEK A recent AAA survey found that 68% of Floridians will take at least one trip in 2022. The largest share, 51%, plan to travel this summer. Debbie Haas, vice president of travel for AAA, said travelers are eager to return to a sense of normalcy.

“Travel bookings are surging with people who are tired of being home,” she said. The most popular destinations include beaches, theme parks and cities.

Today, the Spiegel Grove sits upright and attracts tons of fish and divers every year.

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ATTRACTING & RETAINING TEACHERS SCHOOL’S NEW RESOURCE GUIDE TO ASSIST THE HOME SEARCH JIM McCARTHY jim@keysweekly.com

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strategic plan is in the works for the Monroe County School District. Recruiting and retaining a workforce, as well as maintaining a safe environment on school grounds, were among the items discussed during a May 10 school board gathering at Coral Shores High School.

Elisa Levy, strategic planning consultant, said focus group meetings show many teachers relaying a need to live in the Keys.

Financially, that’s becoming a challenge due to a hot housing market and a lack of workforce housing.

“We understand what the need is here and the gravity of the situation,” Levy said as she unveiled a list of goals and strategies, which included developing workforce housing. “You’re already working on Trumbo, which would be useful probably all the way up to Marathon.”

The school district is seeking to develop its administrative headquarters property on Trumbo Road in Key West. The 5.9-acre property is adjacent to the Lang Milian public housing complex that is also ripe for renewal. Included in one company’s proposal for Trumbo Road are 76 rental apartments, a new two-story, 20,000-square-foot administrative building, and 1.27 acres of green space.

Levy said focus groups also discussed the fact that many new teachers are overwhelmed when it comes to finding a place to live. A housing resource guide and a point person teachers could call for assistance were among the possible activities the district could do. Later in the meeting, Henry Russell, executive director of personnel and instructional leadership, told school board members that a new employee resource guide is out to assist school employees with housing options.

Monroe County School District Superintendent Theresa Axford speaks. JIM McCARTHY/Keys Weekly

Russell said School Superintendent Theresa Axford told him the district needed to come up with a resource tool for new and current employees with information on the local housing market. Russell said the district felt it could create a tool to give employees that could identify and locate potential places to live.

The guide starts with a welcome message from the superintendent and fun facts about the Keys before going into a list of housing options from the Lower Keys and Upper Keys, as well as Florida City and Homestead, since a number of teachers and employees live on the mainland. Russell said they’ve captured the current housing availability in the Keys.

“This is a tool that’s being developed, so as we are made aware of more and more opportunities in our communities, we will continue to add and update this document,” he said. Russell added that he sent letters to real estate agents throughout the Keys and local chambers of commerce to let them know they were creating a housing guide.

In addition, the resource guide includes a variety of child care services from the Lower Keys to Upper Keys, as well as information about hospitals, DMVs, internet services and local utilities. The resource guide is on the district’s website under the employment and human resources tabs.

Among the other strategies Levy unveiled that the district could employ to attract and retain teachers and staff are expanding an employee recognition program and identifying exit trends beyond income and housing. Increasing staff compensation and financial support, such as free after continued on page 8

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UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / MAY 12, 2022

THOMAS ‘TED’ YATES NAMED ISLAMORADA’S NEXT MANAGER Vice mayor to lead contract negotiations JIM McCARTHY

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winsburg, Ohio Mayor Thomas “Ted” Yates was selected as Islamorada’s next manager during a special meeting inside Founders Park Community Center on May 6.

Four council members had Yates as their first choice for the position that was formerly held by Greg Oravec before he resigned earlier in the year. Yates comes to Islamorada with 12 years of experience in Ohio as the mayor and chief executive officer for the city of Twinsburg’s 19,000 residents.

“My wife (Sharon) said ‘I can't believe this is really happening,’” Yates said following the selection. “It’s been a long process. It’s allowed us to really look deep within ourselves and the profession I’m embarking on here.

I'm really excited about joining the team here.”

In his pitch to the public and council, Yates said the Florida Keys became a special place for his family. He said his family purchased property in Key West back in the 1990s. For 15 years, they’d go on vacation and spend holidays enjoying their home on the island’s Gulf side.

Yates told the Weekly that the council’s selection shows each member’s commitment to him. Yates said his wife and he have eyed Florida as the next spot in their lives and careers.

“With my background in the management of cities, I knew this would be a great fit,” he said. “After Islamorada popped up, having spent time in Key West, this just felt right. During the process, my decision became more concrete if I was offered the job.”

Yates was one of four finalists for the village manager position following a job search that yielded a little more than 60 interested applicants. The village’s hiring consultant, Colin Baenziger, reduced that list down to 12 candidates. From there, the council brought Yates; Lee Staab, former manager of Minot, North Dakota and Grand County, Colorado; Joseph Kerby, Benton County, Oregon manager; and Ted Blackburn, former Islamorada councilman, in for interviews.

Each council member picked top two candidates for the position. Mayor Pete Bacheler and councilmen David Webb, Buddy Pinder and Mark Gregg each had Yates as

From left, Councilman Mark Gregg; Mayor Pete Bacheler; new Village Manager Ted Yates; Councilman David Webb; Vice Mayor Henry Rosenthal and Councilman Buddy Pinder. JIM McCARTHY/Keys Weekly

their first choice. Vice Mayor Henry Rosenthal had Blackburn as his first choice. His second was Yates. Council members followed up with a 5-0 vote to pick Yates.

“I was stunned that he (Yates) got four first-place votes. There wasn’t any hesitation.

I was very impressed with my colleagues,” Webb said following the meeting.

Pinder said he prayed for unity in the council.

“I think we worked really well together.

And the outcome was spectacular,” Pinder said.

Yates was a strong mayor in Twinsburg, meaning he was the chief executive officer who had the ability to direct the administrative structure, appoint or remove department heads. He was also the leader of the emergency operations center and was responsible for all decisions regarding COVID protocols for all departments and operations.

In his time with Twinsburg, Yates operated a city with 13 departments, 180 full-time employees, 250 part-time employees and a $45 million budget.

As manager for Islamorada, Yates will receive direction from the five council members. Webb said Yates knew the challenge ahead in the village and expressed commitment several times that he’s in it for the long haul.

“I looked at his age and stage in life and his experience, and I guess that the other candidates saw the same thing,” he said.

Bacheler said Yates was his second pick going into interviews. Yates’ response to Bacheler’s question regarding staff, however,

brought him to the front of the pack.

“He said it was going to be a good staff to work with. He said, ‘The way I do things is I don’t interfere with the good work they’re doing. I will follow them, keep an eye on them and make adjustments as needed. Right now, they’re simply great and I look forward to working with them.’”

Yates said he’s impressed with Islamorada’s staff during his visits. And he understands the challenges ahead, with everything from the Fills to planning and zoning issues that the village planning department and director Daniel Gulizio are addressing.

“The Fills and making sure what we do there meets the lease with FDOT are a hot topic right now,” Yates said.

Council chose Rosenthal to lead the contract negotiations with Yates. Webb and Rosenthal agreed that the salary needs to be on the higher end of the salary scale, $200,000, that the village advertised for the position. Webb also said the $2,000-a-month housing stipend given to the last village manager should be higher for Yates.

Bacheler said he’s not anticipating any issues with the negotiations. Overall, the mayor said he feels Yates will be a great city manager.

Yates’ first day is being targeted for midJune or early July. He said he’ll need about six weeks to transition.

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POOLS, BEACHES, HIP BOUTIQUES Fun summer jobs are calling Upper Keys high school and college students KELLIE BUTLER FARRELL www.keysweekly.com

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igh school and college students have a lot of choices this summer when it comes to rewarding, challenging and lucrative employment in the Upper Keys. The labor shortage/housing crisis is making for a hotter than ever summer job market.

"Up and down the Keys I think all of us in the resort industry have been struggling to make sure that our staffing levels are optimal for providing guest services," said Shannon Harbolt, director of human resources at Islander Resort. "So I think there's going to be a lot of opportunity for college and high school students this summer." The Islander is looking for people to work at the pool and beach concessions, as well as in resort restaurants.

Six positions are currently open and listed on the Islander's website.

From hospitality to retail to restaurants and recreation, the summer jobs are there for the taking.

"We are definitely looking. We have some great summer jobs here," said Anne Onsgard, program manager at Founders Park. Onsgard is looking for staff to help run the popular summer camp program that runs from June 6 to July 29. Candidates need to be at least 15 years old and can earn $12 to $14 an hour. Minimum wage in Florida is $10 an hour.

"We are looking for two lead counselors, 40 hours a week, and two regular part-time counselors that work 25-28 hours per week," added Onsgard.

Founders Park is also looking for lifeguards. Lifeguards need to be certified. A certification class is currently taking place at the park and another class may be offered later this summer. Lifeguards learn valuable skills, such as first aid, water rescue techniques and CPR. And then there are the other perks of the job.

"You get a good tan, you get to meet lots of people, you make good people skills, you can't be shy to let people know that rules do exist and they've got to be safe," said 20-year-old lifeguard Gabe Pena. Pena is a student at the College of the Florida Keys and has worked at Founders for nine

months. Lifeguards also have to be at least 15 years old. It's a lot of responsibility, but there is a payoff. Starting pay is $14.99 an hour.

Publix is hiring teens for both of its Upper Keys stores. Publix hires students as young as 14, and it can lead to more than just a summer job.

"Since school is getting out soon, all Keys stores are looking to hire minors with the understanding that their hours would be adjusted once school starts up again in the fall," said Lindsay Willis, media relations manager for Publix.

Islamorada boutique Zero Dress Code is looking to bring on two parttime employees.

"It's expensive to live here so people are coming from the mainland, it's getting to where now they're not coming from the mainland. So we're just looking for people that live here to work here," said manager Sandra Murphy. Murphy said Zero Dress Code is offering competitive pay and a very generous employee discount on store merchandise. "We pay pretty well, we give a great discount. This is a beautiful store to work in," added Murphy.

Employers in the Keys say they have realized that in order to attract qualified candidates, they need to increase pay and offer other benefits, like flexible work schedules.

"We are in the Keys and we know what the cost of living is here, so we're realistic," said Lizzette Romero, human resources manager at Forest Tek and Overseas Lumber. Romero has taken to social media and to radio to advertise job openings. They are looking to hire four employees, three to work at their flagship store in Tavernier and one to work in their new store, Keys Mercantile Home, a new home goods and hardware store in Islamorada.

Entry-level jobs start at $15 an hour.

Other higher-paying jobs are available for qualified candidates. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply.

Across all industries, capable and reliable employees are in high demand. For young people in the Upper Keys this summer, that spells opportunity.

Founders Park is advertising for camp counselors and lifeguards.

KELLIE BUTLER FARRELL/Keys Weekly

The Islander Resort at Mile Marker 82 has several summer openings.

Lifeguard Jessica Koval.

Publix hires teens starting at age 14.

Sandra Murphy, Zero Dress Code manager.

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UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / MAY 12, 2022

BAHIA HONDA BEACH REOPENS NEW ISLAMORADA CLERK BRINGS WEALTH OF EXPERIENCE McGrath transitioning well into new job and life in the sun

JIM McCARTHY

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arne McGrath hung up the phone with a friend who was a predecessor during her days as deputy clerk in Ferndale, Michigan. Her friend, originally from Florida and now an Ormond Beach resident, noticed a job posting for village clerk.

She told McGrath of the opportunity. McGrath put in her resume and application. Months passed by and she didn’t hear anything. McGrath ended up visiting her friend in Ormond Beach, and the two decided it was time to take a road trip to the Keys.

“We stayed on a houseboat to experience something different,” she said. “In the days I was here, coincidentally we were at Treasure Harbor Resort & Marina, the village got a hold of me and I came in for an interview.

They liked me and I liked them.”

April 18 was McGrath’s first day as Islamorada village clerk. She fills a position that was formerly held by Kelly Toth, who retired last December.

Stephanie Conde, who’s currently deputy clerk, served as acting village clerk between Toth’s departure and McGrath’s arrival.

McGrath comes to Islamorada with a wealth of experience and accolades during her time with the city of Ferndale, a diverse inner-ring suburb of Detroit. She served as deputy clerk for six years before moving up to clerk.

She worked in that position for seven years. She called Ferndale home for some 20 years.

McGrath did everything from legislative administration and election administration to records management and agenda development. She was a member of the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks before

recently switching over to join the Florida Association of City Clerks. She’s a member of the International Institute of Municipal Clerks, and she’s certified as a master municipal clerk. She was also appointed a member of the Oakland County Safe, Healthy and Secure Elections Advisory Council in 2020 by the board of county commissioners.

In her role, she advised the board on protocols and initiatives to host safe and secure elections during August and November 2020.

“It was quite an honor to be selected for that,” she said.

In her first couple weeks, McGrath said she’s enjoying the job and working alongside supportive coworkers. She said she feels welcome and part of the team at village hall.

“I love working with these people and it’s a good group of dedicated public servants,” she said. “That's what I always strive to be. We have a lot of good people doing a lot of under-theradar work, and we work together well.

I’m very pleased that I ended up here.”

In Ferndale, McGrath spent a portion of her time giving back to the community. She worked at the farm animal sanctuary and with the sex assault prevention team to do a Take Back the Night at the University of Michigan.

She was also a member of the Detroit Women’s Chorus.

Now, McGrath is getting outside to enjoy every sunset she can. She’s spent time learning how to snorkel, and she’s exploring the community with her new bicycle.

“I’m trying to do all sorts of new things like kayaking,” she said. “Every day I find a new reason that solidifies the fact that I made the right decision to come down. I’m excited to be here and I love the community.”

PARTIALLY CLOSED SINCE HURRICANE IRMA, CAMPSITES WILL REOPEN NEXT MANDY MILES mandy@keysweekly.com

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large section of beach, as well as the tent camping sites, at the popular Bahia Honda State Park near Big Pine Key have been closed since Hurricane Irma in September 2017.

But Park Manager Mark Duncan called the Keys Weekly last week to let us know the Sandspur Beach area has officially reopened for daytime use.

“The tent camping area will be next to reopen and we’ll start taking reservations for those spots in the coming weeks,” Duncan said, adding that the park’s cabins on the bayside have been open, but the tent camping sites, which typically have a waitlist several months long, will be a welcome return.

Restoration of the state park still continues, but the reopening of Sandspur Beach is a huge postIrma milestone, Duncan said.

The other popular stretch of beach, Loggerhead Beach, reopened in 2018, a year after the storm, park officials said.

“After the storm passed, volunteers and staff came together to remove debris, clear paths and begin the long road to recovery.

Restoration efforts are still taking place to restore the beloved park,” states the Florida State Parks website. “After the storm passed, biologists determined which park ecosystems had suffered significant damage and how that would affect native plant species. Biologists then created a plan to restore these hurricane-damaged habitats. Hurricane Irma was not the first storm to hit Bahia Honda, nor will it be the last. But what is notable is that each time, people from all over the state come together to rebuild and renew the park which they hold so dear.

The projects that have taken place here are a true testament to the spirit of resilience and perseverance that shines brightly at Bahia Honda State Park.”

Friends of Bahia Honda State Park donated sabal palms to help restore native vegetation to the beach area that was devastated by Hurricane Irma. CONTRIBUTED

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UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / MAY 12, 2022 from page 4

REGULATING FOOD TRUCKS End of pilot program prompts officials to consider guidelines JIM McCARTHY

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State Rep. Jim Mooney presents highlights of the state’s 2022-23 budget.

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ATTRACTING & RETAINING TEACHERS school care and increased longevity bonuses were also listed as possible things the district could look into.

As for safety, Levy said the goal is creating and maintaining safe, healthy and inclusive environments that foster students’ mental and physical health. Strategies within a list unveiled by Levy included increasing security in school hallways and bathrooms to prevent vaping and vandalism.

“Two years ago we weren’t talking about vaping. This year it has exploded according to (school resource officers),” Levy said.

Preventing bullying on and off campus and ensuring consistent implementation of student attendance were other strategies outlined in Levy’s presentation.

A workshop with principals on the strategic plan is set for Thursday, May 19 and Tuesday, May 24. Principals will take the plan to teachers by the end of the school year. Levy said a final strategic plan draft will be presented to school board members during a retreat on June 14. The plan could be finalized by August.

In other news, the school board heard a report on the legislative session in Tallahassee from state Rep. Jim Mooney. A number of K-12 education bills passed through the legislature, including one that requires high school students to take a financial literacy course before graduating.

“I’ve said this since 1973 when I started teaching: we’re not teaching kids how to balance a checkbook. We teach them a lot of great stuff, but we don’t teach them a lot of stuff that really matters to their lives at the end of the day,” Mooney said.

He also highlighted House Bill 1421 that improves school safety, security and transparency and refines plans for drills and reuniting families. House Bill 1467 improves the transparency around selecting library materials and establishes 12-year term limits for school boards.

“They tried to get eight (years) passed,” Mooney said.

He also delved into House Bill 1557, the parental rights bill.

He said he voted against the bill after a tremendous amount of soul searching, reading and figuring out why the bill was as “vague as it was written.”

In his statements to the board, Mooney said he takes pride in reading bills from beginning to end multiple times and discussing it with leadership and the bill sponsor. He said the vagueness in the bill “was too much for me.”

“I looked and thought to myself, we don’t teach sex ed to K-3 anyway in Florda. It’s not in our curriculum, period,” he said.

“Terms like inappropriate, those are very vague terms. I can tell you coming out of local government, ordinances I’ve been involved with that were vague ultimately allowed attorneys to feast.

“Putting the school board and teachers in peril of lawsuits, and they don’t have to be definite, that’s the hard part of understanding why things can go sideways,” he continued. “It takes someone who thinks something is inappropriate. Therefore, the school board becomes the punching bag.”

The next school board meeting is set for Tuesday, June 14 at 5 p.m. at Key West City Hall.

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n increase in food trucks is creating a buzz within the Islamorada dining scene. A two-year village pilot program that regulated food trucks beginning in March 2020 expired a few months ago.

With six food trucks now operating in Islamorada, village planning officials are taking on the task of developing regulations on a more permanent basis. And they recognize they can only do so much with the state of Florida preempting the ability for governments to license the use. In 2020, the legislature allowed food trucks to operate with only a state license.

Planning Director Daniel Gulizio said the village can regulate where they operate and the types of improvements required. He presented the Local Planning Agency with a draft of what that would look like during a May 9 meeting at the Founders Park Community Center. Gulizio sought direction on how to approach the issue based on the current food truck situation.

Within the draft, guidelines are based on a food truck, a vehicle that’s a public food establishment that’s moveable; a canteen truck, a vehicle selling prepackaged, pre-cooked foods; and food cart, or a mobile kitchen vehicle that isn’t self-propelled, set up on the street to prepare and sell food.

Specifically, food trucks could operate at special events in the village with a temporary use permit that limits vendors to a maximum of four special events per year. Food trucks could operate in a village center, tourist commercial district and a mobile home park.

Gulizio said a pending application before the village proposes four food trucks and a portable bar in a tourist commercial district. He said code doesn’t currently allow the use in that district. An amendment would be required if the board, village council and community want to move forward with the proposal, Gulizio said.

There’s also a proposal for a food truck serving residents within a mobile home park on a permanent basis. LPA member Tony Hammon said a food truck in a mobile home district didn’t make sense to him.

“I’m not saying at this point that we think it’s a good idea or bad idea,” Gulizio said. “I’m floating the idea for direction so I can get a better feel from

a community standpoint whether or not that makes sense or whether or not we just focus on food trucks in the village center or even a neighborhood commercial district.”

Food trucks were required to be moved nightly under the pilot program. But Gulizio said that wasn’t happening. He said the village could stipulate that a food truck in a commercial zone could remain mobile at all times and be allowed to park overnight as a way to deal with the issue.

Per the draft, setbacks for food trucks would be a minimum 50 feet from U.S. 1. They wouldn’t be allowed on the Fills or on vacant or abandoned property.

In addition, use of styrofoam and single-use plastics would be prohibited. Mobile food vendors wouldn’t be allowed to discharge waste, fat, oil, grease or similar substances from the vehicle. All substances related to or generated from the vehicle would be taken with the vehicle when it leaves the premises. Hammon said he can see a huge issue with waste being dumped into existing swale.

“I just would like to make sure that it stays in the language there,” he said.

LPA chairwoman Deb Gillis said the village needs to help protect brick and mortar businesses, as they have a lot of overhead. She said food trailers aren’t cheap, but they shouldn’t be able to pull up and park forever next to a business.

“Somehow we need to craft so that they (food trucks) can’t stay forever.”

Vice chair Lorie LaLonde said there’s a need for more restaurants, whether brick and mortar or even a food truck.

“I am an avid person who eats out quite frequently. There’s a lot of waiting going on. Our restaurants are jam-packed. They are very, very busy,” LaLonde said.

Provided that a food truck operates on a site plan approval and has appropriate facilities and parking, LPA member Susan Rafanello said it essentially becomes a brick and mortar establishment with wheels.

“Provided that it complies in a commercial zone area with proper site plan approvals, it all has the same restrictions as brick and mortar without the bricks,” she said.

The draft also addresses canteen trucks, like a hot dog stand or ice cream cart. Those would be exempt from any provisions, so long as vehicles are only parked for a maximum of 15 minutes. Canteen trucks would be prohibited from operating within any right-of-way and may only operate on private property within a nonresidential zoning district. Food carts are also addressed in the draft. They may be permitted on a temporary and short-term basis, subject to receiving a temporary use permit.

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UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / MAY 12, 2022

The USS Spiegel Grove, a dock landing ship of the U.S. Navy, arrives for a sinking underneath the Florida Keys waters. ANDY NEWMAN/Florida Keys News Bureau

On May 17 — the 20th anniversary of the ship’s sinking — the public can enjoy “Celebrating the Spiegel Grove at 20: A Saga Too Strange Even for Hollywood!” BOB CARE/ Florida Keys News Bureau

In early July 2005 the vessel was discovered in an upright position — the position that the dive community had originally hoped for — after Hurricane Dennis brushed the Florida Keys with tropical storm-force winds. FRASER NIVENS/Florida Keys News Bureau

SINKING THE SPIEGEL Dive enthusiasts celebrate ship turned artificial reef in Key Largo

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he 20th anniversary of the storied intentional sinking of a retired 510-foot Navy landing ship dock to create an artificial reef 6 miles off Key Largo will be marked Sunday-Tuesday, May 15-17 in the Florida Keys.

Highlights include a planned morning dive on Spiegel Grove on Sunday, May 15, to place a commemorative plaque on the ship’s hull to honor the men who served on the vessel. Qualified divers can make a reservation by contacting Lisa Mongelia, director of Islamorada’s History of Diving Museum, at 305-664-9737 or director@ divingmuseum.org.

The museum is also debuting a month-long pop-up exhibit about the ship in its research library. Visitors to the facility, located at MM 82.9 bayside in Islamorada, can learn about the wreck and its fascinating heritage through May 31. The museum is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

On Tuesday, May 17 — the 20th anniversary of the ship’s sinking — the public can enjoy “Celebrating the Spiegel Grove at 20: A Saga Too Strange Even for Hollywood,” a multimedia presentation and panel discussion with members of the initial “sink team,” chronicling the intriguing history of Spiegel Grove. The story of the ship’s journey from the ocean’s surface to the sandy bottom 130 feet below is as

compelling as its size.

Featured panelists include Lad Akins, curator of marine conservation at Frost Museum of Science; Rob Bleser and Spencer Slate, Key Largo dive operators; Stephen Frink, renowned underwater photographer and Alert Diver Magazine publisher; Joy Martin, former Key Largo Chamber of Commerce president; retired NOAA Rear Adm. Dave Score, a former Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary superintendent; and Andy Newman, media relations director for the Monroe County Tourist Development Council.

The free event is from 7 to 9 p.m. in the auditorium of Key Largo’s Murray Nelson Governmental and Cultural Center, MM 102. Refreshments and beverages will be served. Interested participants are asked to register with the Key Largo Chamber of Commerce at keylargochamber.org.

The panel will review the saga of the Spiegel Grove.

During the morning of May 17, 2002, the ship prematurely sank and rolled over, leaving its upside-down bow protruding above the ocean’s surface, which was deemed a navigational hazard by the U.S. Coast Guard. The team of workers on the ship had scampered to safety and escaped injury, but the story captured worldwide media attention and the Spiegel Grove quickly became the best-known artificial reef even before the first recreational diver descended on it.

A massive effort resulted in the ship being fully sunk on its starboard side June 10, 2002, and after a salvage operation to recover lost equipment, the ship opened to divers June 26, 2002.

But the saga of the Spiegel Grove wasn’t finished. In early July 2005, the vessel was discovered in an upright position — the position that the dive community had originally hoped for — after Hurricane Dennis brushed the Florida Keys with tropical storm-force winds.

The commemorative celebration also includes the May 17 kickoff of the “Spiegel Grove 20th Anniversary Dive Trip Giveaway.” The prize includes a three-night Key Largo accommodations-and-dive trip, valued at over $2,500, to dive the famous wreck — still the world’s third-largest ship ever intentionally sunk to become an artificial reef and one of nine iconic wreck diving sites along the Florida Keys Wreck Trek.

The contest entry page link will be published in posts on the Florida Keys’ Facebook page and as a link below the bio (@thefloridakeys) on Instagram and Twitter. The trip giveaway entry period begins at 9 a.m. Tuesday, May 17, and continues through 11:59 p.m.,Tuesday, May 31. Rules and terms will be available on the contest page.

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he University of West Florida’s John Worth has researched the Calusa people in both Spanish and Cuban archives. One of the people he identified was the celebrated Indian chief Antonio.

Physically, he is remembered as a strong, well-developed man who stood, at the very least, six feet tall.

Antonio, an established captain with a ship, was a leader of the Spanish Indians who sailed for Florida with his crew during the second escalation of the Seminole War. In stories about the Seminole War, Antonio is known by a different name. He is called Chekaika.

The first time Chekaika’s name enters the lexicon is the summer of 1839.

Lt. Col. William S. Harney led a mission to establish a trading post along the banks of the Caloosahatchee River.

The Caloosahatchee empties into Pine Island Sound at Cape Coral, Florida, on the west coast. Harney Point can be found in Cape Coral, at the end of Edith Esplanade.

Harney led 25 soldiers, two interpreters, one civilian trader and his four employees down the Caloosahatchee River. Somewhere near the mouth of the river, perhaps at Harney Point, the troop stopped along the shore, set up camp, and established an area for the trading post. A distance of about 300 yards separated the camp and the trading post. In the day or two immediately following their arrival, a group of Indians created a campsite on the other side of the river. Three days after the trading post was established, the Indians lit bonfires and began to dance into the night. In the early morning hours of July 23, 1839, under cover of night, they crossed the river.

As many as 160 Indians attacked.

The coordinated assault against both sites was launched simultaneously, with Chekaika leading his men to at-

tack the military camp and the Seminole leader Hospetarke and his people attacking the store. Thirteen people were killed between the two sites, six taken BRAD captive and 14 esBERTELLI caped. In addition to the six prisoners, is an author, the Indians recovspeaker, and Florered a keg of gunida Keys historian. powder, percussion His latest book, caps, six carbines, “The Florida Keys Skunk Ape Files,” 14 Colt rifles and a is a fun blend of large boat. There two of his favorite were zero Indian subjects — Florida casualties.

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Chekaika’s hideaway was a tree island rising out of the Everglades. The isolated hardwood hammock, accessible by shallow draft boats like canoes, was surrounded by the Everglades’ “River of Grass.”

Harney was one of the lucky ones who escaped, barely, with nothing but his nightclothes. Several days later, he arrived at Indian Key aboard a small schooner. The Caloosahatchee River attack would prove to be one of the most successful Indian attacks of the Seminole War. One of the things that made Chekaika a standout was his preference for attacking in the early morning hours when darkness still covered his approach. The tactic would be repeated just over one year later.

Sometime in the last days of July 1840, Chekaika led a war party away from his tree island hideaway. How many people were among the group of warriors has never been verified, and the numbers given range from 50 to

Lt. Colonel William S. Harney.

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136. However many there were, they traveled in 17 canoes, paddled south through the slough, and followed a course that might have led them to Whitewater Bay. From there, they traveled down the Halbatahatchee River and into Florida Bay. The trip would have taken about six days. It is generally thought that the Indians stopped and waited at Lower Matecumbe Key before advancing to Indian Key. From his ship at Key Biscayne, Lt. McLaughlin penned a letter to Secretary of the Navy Paulding dated Aug. 4, 1840: “Lt. Rogers in the Wave, sailed today with 18 canoes for Cape Romano, on the western coast, touching on his passage at Tea Table Key for provisions and to take off all the people capable of quitting the hospital, for another attempt to cross the Everglades from the vicinity…”

Rogers sailed away from Tea Table Key and Fort Paulding on August 6 with all but a handful of able-bodied men left behind. Midshipman Murray and five sailors were left behind to administer aid to the hospital’s sick and wounded. Night came, midnight passed, and Aug. 6 became Aug. 7.

Chekaika led the 17 canoes away from Lower Matecumbe Key, across the Atlantic shallows in those early morning hours, and out to Indian Key. They quietly pulled their canoes up onto the western side of the island and crept ashore where they waited to attack before being discovered by Mr. Beiglett and Mr. Glass.

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“We are focused on the federal policy priorities that directly impact our local cooperative, FKEC,” said Ritz. “Working with NRECA, we have identified more than two dozen different components in the $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill passed by Congress last year that may interest electric co-ops.”

The co-ops have banded together in consortiums to seek funding for projects in five categories: electric vehicles, microgrids, cybersecurity, natural hazards and smart grids and data.

Along with NRECA officials meeting with federal agencies, Ritz and Belcher met with the staff of several U.S. congressmen and senators who make decisions about how to distribute funding from the bill.

“We continue to be actively engaged in the process to represent the best interest of our FKEC member-consumers,” said Belcher.

Ritz added that the co-op utilities are also asking members of Congress to help pass additional bills this year. The first would provide direct federal payments for electric co-ops to develop new energy resources and technologies, including renewable energy, battery storage projects, nuclear energy facilities and carbon capture and storage.

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“We are asking members of Congress to contact FEMA and alert them of this priority,” said Belcher.

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talian Food Company owners Tony and Isis Wright never dreamed of opening a restaurant. With a love for Italy and good food came an opportunity the two couldn’t pass up.

Now, patrons stopping by the bartrattoria style restaurant are indulging in authentic southern Italian cuisine, with freshly-made Neapolitan (Naples-style) pizza, delicious boccas that overflow with toppings, a selection of homemade desserts and more.

With outdoor dining underneath covered patios, patrons gaze around the landscaped garden as they eat lunch and dinner. They sit at Sicilian lava tables imported from the Mt. Etna region. There’s even a table from Tony’s youth.

Opening in July 2021, Isis said, the restaurant incorporates various elements of the Italian cuisine scene. She said the restaurant has features similar to that of an Italian bar where people come and grab coffee and a croissant in the morning or a rice ball in the afternoon. It’s not only a place to grab food, but it’s also a place to converse with people you know.

The restaurant also adds aspects of an Italian pizzeria as well as a trattoria, which Tony describes as an Italian-style eating establishment that is generally less formal than a restaurant.

“When we launched, we didn’t know if we’d open for breakfast and have paninis, sandwiches and pizzas or if it was going to be a restaurant,” Tony said.

“We were going to let the restaurant talk to us.”

The COVID-19 pandemic changed the course for the Wrights’ next venture.

The year before, Tony said the property, formerly home to Papa Johns at MM 98 in the median, caught his eye. He wasn’t exactly sure what he’d do with the place if he decided to buy it. But he knew the place had potential.

In March 2020, the Wrights closed on the property. Within weeks, the two discussed what would come next. They looked at the Keys and thought about the things they liked. That’s when they turned to their summer sojourns to Naples, the Amalfi coast, Sicily and Taormina. The Wrights revel in the blue sea and vibrant flowers. They’re drawn to classic

Pizzaiolo Pietro Calemme prepares homemade dough, places fresh toppings and puts the finishing touches to the Neapolitan pizza.

Italian ingredients, from hearty garden tomatoes and fresh local herbs to local olive oils and fresh sauce. Sharing the authenticity and warmth of traditional Italian trattorias and eaters became the Wrights’ wish.

Visiting Italian Food Company is a sensory experience, said Isis.

“Visually, there are so many beautiful things from Italy,” Isis said. “Then you eat the food and all these flavors burst into your mouth. Italian cooking is very simple but flavorful because they take their time. By the time you finish your whole dining experience you feel something.”

At Italian Food Company, all products are sourced from Italy. Fresh, classic Neapolitan pizza dough, sauce from ripe, bright tomatoes, fresh Italian mozzarella and seasonal extra virgin olive oil are among the staples. The Neapolitan pizza’s classic style is marked by its signature feature of fresh seasoned tomato sauce and flash cooked in an oven.

Tony said some people think the pizza is too juicy in the middle. That’s because all the ingredients are fresh.

“It has a beautiful history when we’re talking about hundreds of years making the same style pizza the same way forever,” Isis said. “It’s going to be much lighter and thinner in the center. It’s a Neapolitan, juicy pizza that’s eaten with a knife and fork.”

Pesto classico with gnocchi.

Italian Food Company’s pizzeria is led by the Wrights and the maestro imported from Italy in master pizzaiolo Leopoldo Figlioli. And recently, the team added another talent with executive chef Ben Loftus. He started his career in the Florida Keys over 20 years ago, perfecting and bringing French cuisine to distinguished acclaim during his tenure in Islamorada.

He was a foodie favorite, elevating the dining experience at Pierre’s to one of the best restaurants in Florida. His subsequent roles with Cheeca Lodge and Spa and The Hungry Tarpon expanded his techniques and styles into new American and coastal cuisines. Tony said adding Loftus will allow them to bring some classic and new favorite Italian dishes to the Wrights’ next venture — a new restaurant located at the former Bentley’s in Islamorada.

“He’s gained the respect and admiration of many people in the Florida Keys.

I get calls almost every day with genuine enthusiasm and support for Ben’s new role with us,” Tony said.

Loftus said the Italian Food Company presents a unique opportunity to innovate, grow and bring a new cultural dining experience to the Keys.

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“Italian cuisine is beautifully simple, with so many options to delight guests. We’ve already discussed preliminary additions to the menu for Islamorada, and we’ll add specials to the menu as I’ve done in the past,” Loftus said.

The new restaurant in Islamorada will offer indoor dining, two unique sitdown bars and an expanded menu, Isis said they’re planning to keep the core menu from their Key Largo location inside their new restaurant, but they want to add some seafood dishes.

And the Wrights and Loftus said they’re

looking to put the former Bentley’s restaurant back on the map.

“The building has a feeling to it,” Tony said. “Everybody comes and tells me stories. Even the old Bentley’s owner visited here one day and asked if there’s anything he could do. I said maybe we can bring back a dessert.

Everyone has such good memories of this place.”

Isis said the opening of the new restaurant will be in 30 to 60 days.

More information is at italianfoodcompany.com or follow @theitalianfoodcompany.com on Instagram.

From left, Ben Loftus, executive chef; Pietro Calemme, pizzaiolo; Isis and Tony Wright, owners; Roberta Wright, Tony’s sister and onsite manager, and Claudio Intilangelo, dining room manager. DOUG FINGER/Keys Weekly

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A CORAL RESTORATION APPROACH BY LAND First fragments outplanted from Mote nursery in Islamorada

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Coral fragments are prepped for outplanting at Alligator Reef.

ote outplanted the first coral fragments from its satellite nursery in Islamorada at Bud N’ Mary's Marina on April 28. These corals were initially fragmented on the evening of Nov. 11, 2021 during a special celebration of the opening of Islamorada's first and only coral nursery.

The Stanczyk family of Bud N’ Mary's Marina were present and made the first inaugural fragments of the coral nursery. Other supporters of Mote, including Florida Keys Brewing Company owners Craig and Cheryl McBay (with kids Arlo and Rose), Steven Groth of Papa's Pilar, and Judy Hull, Islamorada Chamber of Commerce executive director, joined in on the fragmenting fun. Also in attendance were co-founders of I.CARE, Dr. Kylie Smith and Mike Goldberg as well as the dive shop owners and staff that support them including Key Dives, Islamorada Dive Center and Conch Republic Divers.

These initial fragments of Acropora palmata, commonly known as elkhorn coral, were outplanted at Alligator Reef. Sarah Hamlyn, senior staff biologist and Upper Keys coral restoration manager; Dakotah Merck, staff biologist; and Key Dives owner Mike Goldberg outplanted 130 elkhorn during this initial outplanting. Elkhorn coral, once very prominent of Florida's Coral Reef, is one of the species listed as threatened under the U.S. Endangered

Species Act and is a priority species for Mote's coral restoration program.

Land-based coral nurseries, like the one at Bud N’ Mary's, provide a more integrated reef restoration approach, as some native coral species, such as Acropora palmata, grow faster after fragmentation on land compared to in-water fragmentation and grow out. Field-based, or in-water, nurseries will also be utilized for optimized growth of other significant species used in coral restoration. Having the ability to do both land- and in-water based restoration in hybridized nurseries provides Mote a unique advantage to further its resilience-based restoration along Florida’s Coral Reef.

Mote’s innovative micro fragmentation and reskinning methodology allows it to grow thousands of coral fragments on land before planting them onto the reef, stimulating rapid growth and recovery. Micro fragmentation refers to the act of cutting the coral into small pieces to create genetically identical duplicates that grow as much as 50 times faster. Once the duplicates have grown to about a quarter-size on top of a ceramic plug within the land-based nursery, the corals can be outplanted in circular arrays on the reef. The coral will fuse together quickly once outplanted and in five years or less become sexually mature.

These coral outplants are just the beginning; Mote plans to consistently outplant coral over the coming weeks

Land-based coral nurseries, like the one at Bud 'N Mary's, provide a more integrated reef restoration approach, as some native coral species, such as Acropora palmata (elkhorn coral), grow faster after fragmentation on land.

and months in the Upper Keys.

A new land-based nursery in Key Largo, at the Reefhouse Resort and Marina, is underway as well as two in-water field nurseries in the near future. These nurseries, and the staff and partners that support them, prove Mote's resolve to outplant in the entirety of the Florida Keys portion of Florida's Coral Reef. Mote, alongside other coral restoration practitioners and partners, are placing additional emphasis on the NOAA-led initiative, Mission: Iconic Reefs – an unprecedented blueprint to restore seven iconic reefs within the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.

Mote's new community engagement manager of the Upper Keys, Erin Muir, will start tours of the Bud N’ Mary's nursery on Tuesdays at 2 p.m. in June. Tours will be free and open to the public. Mote's Elizabeth Moore International Center of Coral Reef Research and Restoration in Summerland Key, home of North America's largest landbased coral nursery, hosts tours on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. More information is at Mote.org or 305-745-2729 ext. 700.

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Reef is a red fox Mom was fundraising online to get Jasper fox his that was saved very own therapeutic laser machine. She said she from a fur farm. just ended up ordering it because Jasper needs it, He now lives in so that got here on Tuesday and I had to inspect the Key Largo with quality. For the money she spent, it better be good. his human, Nicole Navarro.

Anyone else notice how it went from not so hot, to like, really hot? Like, literally from one day to the next. So now I and the other four foxes on my side of the house spend our days inside mom’s room, with the AC on. I’m not sure what I would do without air conditioning, to be honest. I was definitely born to be a house fox.

Mom wanted me to let you all know that Coral has her very own new design online in our “fox shop.” That’s where all the cool merchandise for purchase is to support us. Coral is riding an alligator for this new one and while it’s adorable, the message is “Friends, Not Fashion.” That’s because we don’t think animals should be used for anything other than friendship. I hope you go and take a look.

This week there is a cool event happening on Friday, May 13. It is Coral Restoration Day at Rainbow Reef Dive Center. Join Coral Restoration Foundation (CRF) Team Divers for an afternoon restoring our local coral reefs. Upon completion of the dive event, each person will receive a Project Aware Coral Conservation card in the mail. Call 305-451-7171 to reserve a spot.

Anywho, that’s all for this week. Don’t forget to head over to pawsitivebeginnings.org to check out our merchandise and shoot me an email if you’re bored at work this week, reef@pawsitivebeginnings.org Until next time, Reef, over and out!

ROCKY Hello world, my name is Rocky. I am a male bulldog mix, about 1-1/2 years old.

You can see how handsome I am. I am very sweet and love to play. I have been in a home for the last six months with children and I truly love them. Unfortunately, I haven’t been given a lot of training or structure and was allowed to get a bit crazy when playing with the kids. But the Keys Pet Nanny has taken me into her home and I am learning to be such a good boy in her Board & Train program.

She is teaching me that I need to channel my energy and not get so crazy when I want to play. I love to go on walks, love to play in the water, I am great with other dogs and love to meet new people. Did I mention that I really love my toys? I am up to date on all my vaccinations and I am ready to find my furever home. If you are interested in meeting me, please complete an application at www.mprescues. org/adoption-application, and tell them you want to meet Rocky.

SAVE THE DATE Thursday, May 12 • Islamorada regular village council meeting at 5:30 p.m. at Founders Park Community Center.

Monday, May 16 • Full Moon Flower Party to benefit United Way of Collier & the Keys from 6 to 10 p.m. at Rooftop Sandbar.

• Matecumbe Historical Trust hosts a lecture on “Early Mapping of the Florida Keys” by map researcher and author Brian Schmitt at 6:30 p.m. at Island Community Church, Islamorada.

Tuesday, May 17 • Celebrating the Spiegel Grove from 7 to 9 p.m. at Murray Nelson Government Center, Key Largo.

Wednesday, May 18 • Southern Tide Speaker Series welcomes Jamie Fitzgerald, managing director at Beneath the Waves, at 6 p.m. Southern Tide, Islamorada.

Thursday, May 19 • Third Thursday Art Walk from 6 to 9 p.m. at Morada Arts & Cultural District.

Tuesday, May 24 • Coral Shores High School senior night; time TBD. Wednesday, May 25 • Coral Shores High School graduation ceremony; time TBD. Friday, May 27 • Florida Bay Forever’s Breakfast By the Bay at Green Turtle Hammock Preserve, Islamorada.

May 28-29 • 24th annual Afro Roots Fest at Florida Keys Brewing Co. Monday, May 30 • Memorial Day Friday, June 3 • Sizzling Summer Fashion Show at 6 p.m. at Village Square at Trading Post.

June 6-12 • REEF’s Fish out of Water 5K. Visit REEF.org/5Kregistration to learn more.

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KEY LARGO LIBRARY FUNDING DOUBLED

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Money provides resources and programs

he Friends of the Key Largo Library, the nonprofit that provides funds for special programs at Key Largo branch library, has opened an endowment with the Community Foundation of the Florida Keys. The permanent fund will help the Key Largo Library provide free resources and programs to residents for decades to come.

The Friends of the Library invested $10,000 in the new fund, raised by donations and book sales. This amount was immediately doubled to $20,000 thanks to a Community Foundation matching fund program.

“We are excited by the opportunity to double our $10,000 investment in our future," said Karen Beal, Friends of the Key Largo Library president, “The Peter MacDougall Match Program is a powerful resource to help us meet our goal of serving the community."

“The Community Foundation wants to do all we can to support the long-term viability of organizations like the Friends of the Key Largo Library, and the MacDougall Match is a wonderful way to strengthen or start endowments that do just that,” said Susanne Woods, board chair of the Community Foundation of the Florida Keys.

Donations up to $10,000 to the Friends of the Key Largo Library Endowment will be matched 1:1 by the Community Foundation, as long as the Peter MacDougall Match funds are available. Community members and businesses who want to have their charitable donations doubled can mail checks to CFFK, 300 Southard St., Ste. 201, Key West, FL 33040 with “Friends of the Key Largo Library” in the memo or attachment. Gifts of stock, real estate and retirement accounts are also accepted. For more information, contact Jennifer McComb at 305809-4991 or jen@cffk.org.

The Community Foundation of the Florida Keys, In Paradise for Good, has granted over $32 million to benefit residents from Key Largo to Key West, supporting arts and culture, beautification and preservation of the Keys, health and human services, disaster relief, scholarships, and youth programs. The foundation helps individuals and families leave a legacy in the Keys by inspiring giving and by connecting people, resources and needs through philanthropy. More information is at cffk.org.

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OBITUARY

Young Republican Club schedules meeting Are you ages 18-40 or know someone who is? There is a Young Republican Club in the Florida Keys.

The Young Republican Club meets once a month to discuss issues and challenges in our state, county and cities. The Young Republicans will meet Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. at the Coldwell Banker Schmitt Realty Office at 100430 Overseas Highway Key Largo. If you are unable to attend in person you may attend via Zoom by contacting Daniel Rodriguez at daniel@ cbschmitt.com Memorial Day ceremony set A Memorial Day Ceremony will be held in the auditorium of the Upper Keys Government Center in Key Largo on Monday, May 30, at 11 a.m. A United States Coast Guard Honor Guard, the community band, an accomplished Sheriff's Office bagpiper, a Memorial Day tribute video and an esteemed Gold Star Father delivering the keynote address will all join together in celebrating this prestigious event.

All in attendance will receive a Wounded Warrior Poppy.

Free compost available this Saturday Monroe County and Monroe County’s yard waste contractor will offer free compost (nutrientrich black dirt) to the residents of unincorporated Monroe County and the cities of Marathon, Key Colony Beach and Layton at the county’s three transfer stations on Saturday, May 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or until it is gone. Residents can fill one 32-gallon trash can or six 5-gallon buckets with compost.

Proof of residency is required in the form of a driver’s license, utility bill, tax bill, etc. Residents are limited to one pickup per household. If the need surpasses availability, another compost delivery will be scheduled for distribution in the future. The transfer stations are located on Cudjoe Key, MM 21.5, Blimp Rd.; Long Key, MM 68; and Key Largo, 1100 County Rd. 905.

DAVID HERBERT WESTPHAL Dave was born on May 18, 1934 to Herbert A. and Mary L. Westphal in Port Huron, Michigan and died on April 26, 2022 in Big Pine Key, Florida. He was an extraordinary boat designer, builder, and sailor, which he began at the age of 11.

After graduating from Port Huron High School and attending junior college and the University of Miami, he became well known for his building and sailing skills, which included the Westphal One Design and Westphal Dualer. The Sail Power & Steam Museum in Rockland, Maine houses both a miniature and full-size version of one of his steamboats.

Dave married Loretta Walls on March 10, 1988. They owned and operated the Manatee Bay Marine until retirement in Big Pine Key. David is survived by his wife, Loretta Westphal, his daughter, Mary Ann Weitnauer (Michael), and grandsons James (Erin Kavanagh) and Andrew Dorsey. He is also survived by sisters, Nancy Madtes, Jo Westphal, Carole Bleasdale (Robert Gilkey) and numerous nieces and nephews.

Dave has donated his body to science, hoping to help develop a cure for Parkinson’s. A memorial will be in September near the riverfront in Port Huron.

Memorial donations are suggested to: MarrVelous Pet Rescue, 68 Silver Springs Dr., Key Largo, FL 33037.

“A sailor is an artist whose medium is the wind.”

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WOMEN OF THE WILD Why you’ve got to sign up for ‘adult girl scouts camp’

Everglades Youth Conservation Camp is located in the J.W. Corbett Wildlife Management Area in West Palm Beach. TIFFANY DUONG/Keys Weekly

“I

t’s basically adult girl scout camp. You’re gonna love it.”

While we sat around her firepit, Kelly Cox excitedly told me about a statewide outdoors workshop run by Florida FWC and sent me the link to sign up. Cox heads up Everglades policy for Florida Audubon.

She’s also a dear neighbor and friend here in Tavernier. So, when the chance to join her and other Florida outdoorswomen for a weekend in the wild came up, I didn’t hesitate.

The actual name of girl scout camp is FWC’s Becoming an Outdoors-Woman workshop – BOW for short. A measly $175 covers cabin lodging (dorm style) and gourmet food for three days and two nights. There are clean showers and bathrooms. It also includes all workshops and night activities.

When the week came, Cox’s mom Susie joined us for the festivities. “Being over the age of 60 with more free time on my hands,” she said, “I decided to step out of my comfort zone and try something new.”

We drove up to Everglades Youth Conservation Camp in West Palm Beach to begin our long weekend at

stay-away camp.

The grounds are gorgeous – set around a freshwater lake stocked with fish, surrounded by flowers and native plants and full of opportunities TIFFANY to have fun.

DUONG The stated goal of the BOW is a self-made program is to mermaid who allow anyone to loves all things cheesy (romantic learn more outand dairy) and doors skills and thrives in the 3 to become more a.m. hour. She believes in leaving comfortable being in the wild. Init all on the field and has never met tended for women a (mis)adventure particularly but she didn’t love. open to anyone, the courses are run

by FWC officers and scientists who volunteer their time to share their skills and knowledge. I had little idea about what I’d signed up for, but I left with a buoyed spirit, some new skills and wonderful memories.

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“Women are the most untapped demographic in outdoor recreation, and programs like BOW are critical because they reduce barriers to entry for those activities,” Cox said. “Plus, the workshops are safe, affordable and fun. They foster a supportive environment where women can try new outdoor activities in a judgment-free way.”

The courses are designed for people who have never tried these activities before but want to learn, the FWC website says. They’re also appropriate for those with some experience but who want to improve their skills or learn new ones. Workshops include everything from fly fishing and smallgame hunting to boating basics and backpacking survival skills.

I opted for an eclectic mix of courses, starting with water ecology and outdoor photography. This was followed by fire starters, talking turkey, small game, clay shooting and gator hunting.

I rounded out my weekend learning to cook gourmet campfire meals.

Cox aptly described BOW experience as the combination of the nostalgia of summer camp with the challenge of trying new things outdoors. She used the weekend as an opportunity to

gently broach her fear of guns and loud noises – under professional supervision. I watched as patient FWC ladies who hunt and regularly shoot coached and supported Cox through her anxiety. She ended up shooting five rounds of clays in a row and feeling very supported.

The random text message updates I sent my family included exclamations like “I am having the best time at grown-up girlscounts.

I’ve been laughing nonstop,” as well as, “Just learned how to skin a squirrel – jacket and pants style – and call a turkey to kill it.” And, finally, “I am a whiz with a shotgun.

Who knew?!”

Each workshop was 3 1/2 hours long – a solid first experience. I don’t think I could have started a fire, hunted anything or braved the wilderness – until now.

And, while I don’t intend to sign up for “Naked and Afraid” anytime soon, I do feel more equipped to adventure and try new activities.

On our last night, FWC’s Sandy Clutter donned a headscarf that read “Camp Like a Girl” while leading the group in old girl scout songs. Susie Cox joined her, dancing around the fire and getting attendees to join in on chants about the muffin man and meeting a bear. The energy was infectious.

“When was the last time you had dessert of s’mores around a roaring campfire, listening to and singing old-time camp songs?”

Susie asked. “Lots of smiles and sticky fingers on the way back to the cabins!”

I can’t remember the last time I felt that relaxed and free. And now, I can’t wait to do it again. If you feel inclined, the next BOW weekend will take place in Ocala National Forest in October. Register at https://myfwc.com/education/programs/outdoors-woman/.

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES •

NOTICE OF BID/ REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NOTICE OF UNSOLICITED PROPOSAL FOR PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITY FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE SUGARLOAF FIRE STATION PROJECT Monroe County, Florida Purchasing Office Gato Building 1100 Simonton Street Room 2-213 Key West, Florida 33040 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Monroe County, Florida has received an unsolicited proposal submitted under the provisions of Section 255.065, Florida Statutes, Public-Private Partnerships, for the design, construction and financing of a new fire station for Monroe County to be located on the site of the existing Sugarloaf Volunteer Fire Station at 17175 Overseas Highway, Sugarloaf Key. Monroe County currently owns the site. The site is depicted below: Under Section 255.065, Florida Statutes, the County is required to publish notice of the acceptance of an unsolicited proposal and a willingness to accept competing proposals. The Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County has determined that this unsolicited proposal is sufficient for consideration on a preliminary basis and, as such, Monroe County will accept competing proposals for the design, construction and financing of a new fire station on the site of the existing Sugarloaf Volunteer Fire Station at 17175 Overseas Highway, Sugarloaf Key during this notification period. No final decision has been made relative to accepting this or any proposal for this project. Persons or entities submitting competing proposals are advised that such proposals must be in compliance with Section 255.065, Florida Statutes including, but not limited to, Subsection 255.065(4), Florida Statutes.

Additionally, the unsolicited proposal was submitted in contemplation of the potential settlement of litigation in Sugarloaf Wi-Fi, Incorporated v. Sugarloaf Fire Department, Incorporated, Kevin Gerard, Randall Livingston, et. al., Case No. 2017-CA-0020-K and Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County v. Sugarloaf Volunteer Fire Department & Sugarloaf Wi-Fi, Incorporated, 2017-CA-0631.

Consequently, the unsolicited proposal and any competing proposals must incorporate in the design thereof structural elements that will permit Sugarloaf Wi-Fi, Incorporated to locate equipment needed to support a stealth cell tower.

Moreover, the Monroe County Division of Fire Rescue has expressed a preference that the any proposed design of the Sugarloaf Fire Station incorporate a multipurpose conference room to accommodate departmental training, public meetings and other community outreach events.

The County reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, and to negotiate a comprehensive public-private partnership agreement with the Proposer whose proposal best serves the interests of the County. Nothing contained herein shall be interpreted as an obligation or binding agreement by the County regarding the Project.

Pursuant to Subsection 50.0211(3)(a), Florida Statutes, all published competitive solicitation notices can be viewed at: www.floridapublicnotices.com, a searchable Statewide repository for all published legal notices. A copy of the unsolicited proposal received by the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners may be requested from DemandStar at www.demandstar.com or www.monroecountybids.com.

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 proposals be submitted via email to: OMB-BIDS@monroecounty-fl.gov, no later than 3:00 P.M., on June 28, 2022. The subject line on the email must read as follows: Proposal for Public-Private Partnership Opportunity for Sugarloaf Fire Station Project 06/28/22 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 proposal is not rejected due to the file size.

Should your proposal documents exceed 25MB, please email: omb-purchasing@monroecounty-fl.gov in advance of the deadline for receipt of competing proposals.

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FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of COORDINATE ME located at 9 Sombrero Blvd. #211, Marathon, FL 33050, intends to register the said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.

DATED at Marathon, Monroe County, Florida this 9th of May, 2022.

By: Wod Freak, LLC Contact Person: Hannah E. Richards, Manager Publish: May 12, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

Or iPhone one-tap: US: +16465189805,, 89012655332# or +16699006833,,89012655332# Or Telephone: Dial (for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 646 518 9805 or +1 669 900 6833 Webinar ID: 890 1265 5332 International numbers available: https://mcbocc.zoom.us/u/ kbtNiR7riL For a copy of the agenda or other information, contact Janet Gunderson, Grants Coordinator, in writing at 1100 Simonton St., Room 2-213, Key West, FL 33040; by phone at 305-2924470; or by email at GundersonJanet@monroecounty-fl.gov. If members of the public wish to submit written documentation, the documentation must be submitted to Janet Gunderson prior to the meeting and no later than May 26, 2022 by 5:00 P.M. The public is advised that some or all the members of the Monroe County Board of Commissioners may attend the meeting and discuss items that may come before the Commission.

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., prior to the scheduled meeting; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call “711”. Live Closed Captioning is available via our web portal @ http://monroecountyfl. Iqm2. com/Citizens/Default.aspx for meetings of the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners Publish: May 12, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

9100 South Dadeland Blvd., Ste. 1620 Miami, FL 33156 Telephone: (305) 448-4244 Fax: (305) 448-4211 E-Mail: rudy@suarezlawyers.com Secondary E-Mail: eca@ suarezlawyers.com Publish: May 12 & 19, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

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: May 5, 2022.

Personal Representative: DEANE JAEGER 17 Calle Uno Key West, FL 33040 (262) 646-4362 Attorney for Personal Representative: REGINA W. DRENNAN, ESQUIRE Florida Bar Number: 64792 Law Office of Regina W. Drennan PO Box 39514 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33339 Telephone: (954) 551-6305 Fax: (954) 252-4209 E-Mail: regina@rdrennanlaw.com Secondary E-Mail: regina@ drennanesq.com Publish: May 5 & 12, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE 15TH STREET MARINA MARATHON, LLC GIVES NOTICE OF THE INTENT TO SELL OR DISPOSE OF THE FOLLOWING ABANDONED VESSEL ON JUNE 8, 2022, 9:00 AM AT 890 15TH STREET, MARATHON, FLORIDA 33050.

Pursuant to Florida Statute 328.17, 15th Street Marina Marathon, LLC reserves the right to remove vessel from auction prior to auction date. 15th Street Marina Marathon, LLC reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all bids.

Vessel Name: None Hull Number: 41DC4 Florida Registration: FL4428NT 1963 Hatteras Owner: Andrew Schlieper Publish: May 5 & 12, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE The Monroe County Tourist Development Council will hold their regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at 10:00 AM at the Islander Resort in Islamorada, FL. The Visit Florida Keys Corporation will also convene during this meeting.

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

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

Publish: May 12, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Public Meeting Announcement – Monroe County Human Services Advisory Board (HSAB)/ Monroe County Board of County Commissioners The Human Services Advisory Board (HSAB) will meet Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at 10:00 AM in the Marathon Government Center, BOCC Meeting Room, on the 2nd Floor, 2798 Overseas Highway.

The Board will make recommendations on the County Fiscal Year 2023 funding for human services.

The meeting will be a hybrid format with the HSAB meeting live at the Marathon Government Center. The public will be able to participate in-person or via Communication Media Technology (“CMT”) using a Zoom Webinar platform.

The HSAB meeting will begin at 10:00 A.M., on Wednesday, June 1, 2022. The webinar will begin approximately at 9:30 A.M., ½ hour before the meeting, to allow time for people to join and test connections. Below are the various options available to the public to view the live meeting and/or to make public comments on certain agenda items during the public portion of the meeting.

Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://mcbocc.zoom. us/j/89012655332

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION MIDDLE KEYS FILE NO.: 21-CP-22-M IN RE: THE ESTATE OF FYRN L. BABBE, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of FYRN L. BABBE, deceased, whose date of death was May 13, 2020, 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 the first publication of this notice is May 12, 2022.

Personal Representative: DONNA JEAN BABBE 932 96TH Street Ocean Marathon, Florida 33050 Attorney for Personal Representative: RODOLFO SUAREZ, JR., ESQ. Attorney for Petitioner Florida Bar Number: 013201 Suarez Law

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 2022-CP-126-K IN RE: ESTATE OF TERRY L. OLSEN, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of TERRY L. OLSEN, deceased, whose date of death was February 19, 2022, and whose social security number is xxx-xx-0512, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040. The estate is testate and the date of the decedent’s Will and any codicils are November 1, 2019. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against the decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE 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: May 12, 2022.

Personal Representative: Kenji Bennett P.O. Box 501426 Marathon, FL 33050 Attorney for Personal Representative: James J. Dorl, Esq. Florida Bar No. 618403 JAMES J. DORL, P.A. Suite 12 First Professional Centre 5701 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050 Telephone: (305) 743-6565 Facsimile: (305) 743-4143 e-mail: jjdorl@yahoo.com Publish: May 12 & 19, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION JUDGE KOENIG CASE NO.: 22-CP-000087-K IN RE: ESTATE OF JEANNE CATHERINE JAEGER, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Jeanne Catherine Jaeger, deceased, whose date of death was February 10, 2022, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 302 Fleming Street, Key West, FL 33040. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No.: 22-DR-000080-M Division: Family ERYKA DEL CUETO, Petitioner, and LUIZ THOMAZINI, Respondent.

NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE TO: LUIZ THOMAZINI Last Known Address: 6116 SW 62ND TERRACE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33143 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 ERYKA DEL CUETO, whose address is PO BOX 510316, KEY COLONY BEACH, FLORIDA 33051, on or before JUNE 5, 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 2nd day of May 2022 Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Calvin Joseph Deputy Clerk Publish: May 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

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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

Key West Art Center & Gallery is looking for part time sales associate, one to three days per week, for our busy, colorful gallery located in Old Town. Hourly wage starts at $14/hr.

Gallery is open 10 am to 5 pm daily. Contact Nancy at nhenning@bellsouth.net HIRED IN LESS THAN ONE WEEK!!!

BOAT RENTAL WANTED Family of four wanting to rent a boat for a day or two. Somewhere between May 14-20. With or w/out owner. I'll buy the gas but I can only pay $200.00/ day to rent boat. Call Capt.

Don at 305-942-9096 BOAT SLIP FOR RENT Two Boat slips - 35' max, available oceanside in Marathon. Self contained incl. one parking space. $20.00 per foot/month plus water. F/L/S Pet negotiable - charge applies. 305-6108002 PLACE YOUR BOAT SLIP FOR RENT AD here for only $25.00/week for up to five lines of copy. Call 305-743-0844 TODAY!

COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR RENT PLACE YOUR COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR RENT AD here for only $25.00/week for up to five lines of copy.

Call 305-743-0844 TODAY!

EMPLOYMENT UPPER KEYS Program Facilitator: PartTime. Manager position , computer skills, create & implement programs.

Independent contractor: 20 hrs/wk, 18 weeks: MaySept. Potentially long-term position.

Independent Contractor: $6,000. Send resume to justolderyouthinc @ g m a i l . c o m PLACE YOUR HELP WANTED AD here for only $25.00/week for up to five lines of copy. Call 305-743-0844 TODAY! EMPLOYMENT MIDDLE KEYS Vacation Rental part time help needed in Marathon.

Competitive pay and nice working conditions.

Drivers license and working Saturdays required. Call 3 0 5 – 2 0 4 - 4 3 2 6 Pancho's Fuel Dock in Marathon is looking for a part-time cashier Thu/Fri/Sat. Please call 305-743-2281.

CDL Drivers needed.

Must have a clean record & drug free. We are offering competitive wages. Please apply in person at Discount Rock & Sand, 10500 Aviation Blvd, Unit 2, Marathon.

Marathon Yacht Club is hiring a part-time general maintenance person. $18/hr, up to 10 Hours a Week, Flexible Schedule.

Call 305-743-6739 to schedule an interview.

Marathon Yacht Club is hiring a part-time server. $12/hr + Guaranteed Tip Pool, Employee Meals, Private Club & Friendly Atmosphere, Varying Hours Tuesday – Saturday.

Call 305-743-6739 to schedule an interview.

Help Wanted - Two Conchs Bait and Tackle in Marathoncompetitive wages and working 3040 hrs a week. Contact George 305-289-0199 Boat rental company in Marathon needs a mechanic. Boat experience a plus. Call 305-481-7006 Also hiring a boat cleaner call 305-481-7006.

City of Marathon Current Job Openings: Engineering Intern, Marina Customer Service Rep, Part-time Marina Custodian/Maintenance and Marina Tech/ Pump Out Captain. Full Benefits. EOE Please see City website for details w w w. c i . m a r a t h o n . f l. u s The Cabana Club, an 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 at 425 E. Ocean Dr. Key Colony Beach or call 305 393-0631 ask for April.

Food for Thought in Marathon is hiring! FT and PT positions available, customer service, retail and kitchen prep. Healthy lifestyle and good sense of humor preferred.

Call (305) 743-3297 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

Property Manager, full time, Key Colony Beach, Sea Isle Condo - 1101 West Ocean Drive, Salary 65K-70K, resume to H a r d i n gT h o m a s L @ a o l . com, or call 734-476-0531 HIRED IN LESS THAN TWO WEEKS!!

Groundskeeper/ Maintenance person, Key Colony Beach, Sea Isle Condominium, 2025 hrs. per week, $20 per hr., $500 signing bonus available, apply by e-mail to HardingThomasL@aol. com, or call 734-476-0531.

HIRED!!!

PLACE YOUR HELP WANTED AD here for only $25.00/week for up to five lines of copy. Call 305-743-0844 TODAY!

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 WANTED: BUYING VINTAGE APPAREL. T-shirts, jackets, hats, denim, sneakers. 1999 or older. Any size. Any condition. Any amount.

Blake 941-356-1723

EMPLOYMENT

PLACE YOUR HOBBIES/ COLLECTIBLES AD here for only $25.00/week for up to five lines of copy.

Call 305-743-0844 TODAY!

LOWER KEYS

HOUSING FOR RENT

The Housing Authority of the City of Key West is looking for the right candidate to fill the position of HVAC Maintenance Mechanic.

Applicants should be able to Analyze HVAC systems operations and pinpoint issues. The right candidate must also be courteous and professional.

Salary Commensurate with Experience. The KWHA provides health, retirement, and leave benefits for permanent full-time employees. To apply, please contact Human Resources at martinezm@kwha.org or (305)296-5621. EOE & Drug Free Work Place.

This opportunity is covered under Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968.

CENTENNIAL BANK IS HIRING! TELLER II MARATHON/KEY WEST. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: 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

Available for 1 person.

2 1/2 rooms + 8' X 22' screened porch. All utilities incl. wifi, satellite TV, washer/dryer. 2nd house from ocean. Off-street parking. Private & quiet.

MM 96 Key Largo. $1,850/ month F/L/S 305-853-3779 Large Studio Bedroom Suite in Conch House in Marathon - Funrnished. $1,600/month incl. utilities.

F/L/S No Pets. 305-610-8002 Marathon - 2 BR Conch House available Unfurnished, new kitchen, tile & carpet floors, huge closets. Laundry avail. Long term lease. No pets. $2,400/ month incl. electric. Tenant must pay for sewer & water. F/L/S 305-610-8002 PLACE YOUR HOUSING FOR RENT AD here for only $25.00/week for up to five lines of copy. Call 305-743-0844 TODAY!

RV LOT FOR RENT Large RV Lot for rent in Marathon. Full hook up. $1500/month plus utilities.

305-731-5042 PLACE YOUR RV LOT FOR RENT AD here for only $25.00/week for up to five lines of copy. Call 305-743-0844 TODAY!

YARD SALES PLACE YOUR YARD SALE AD here for only $25.00/week for up to five lines of copy. Call 305-743-0844 TODAY!

305.743.0844

BUSY PEDIATRIC OFFICE IN TAVERNIER IS SEEKING

A FULL TIME MF MEDICAL ASSISTANT MUST have prior Pediatric Experience. MUST be a team player who is willing to cross cover when the need arises. MUST be personable and professional in appearance and demeanor.

MUST be reliable to come to work on time and not leave until all assignments are completed.

Excellent starting salary and benefits including partially paid health insurance through BC-BS, PTO, 401 K plan, and more.

Spanish speaking is desirable but not necessary.

PLEASE CALL 3058530558 OPTION 5 TO SPEAK WITH ERIC.

Busy Key Largo Dive Center has immediate openings for

BOAT CAPTAINS $1,500 SIGNING BONUS

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

Send resume to resumes@rainbowreef.com

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DUI Evaluator Part-time – Marathon

The Advocate DUI Program is hiring for a part time position. DUI evaluator - 2 days a week, Bachelors or Masters degree with experience in substance abuse field required. Bilingual preferred, not required. Office located in Marathon. Contact Marcia at (305) 704-0117.

Join Our Team!

• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance • Tuition Reimbursement • Paid Holidays, Vacation & Sick Time • 401K Employer Match • Quarterly Cash Profit Sharing • Fun, Fast-Paced Environment • Great Hours

PART TIME / FULL TIME OPPORTUNITIES W/FLEXIBLE SCHEDULES CULINARY OPENINGS SOUS CHEF & PM COOK ROOMS OPENINGS FRONT DESK SUPERVISOR RESERVATIONS AGENT HOUSEKEEPING ALL POSITIONS - PLEASE SEE OUR HOUSEKEEPING AD FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT OPPORTUNITIES!

Key West VP/Employee Experience Officer Customer Service Representative Maintenance Technician Full Time & Part Time Tellers

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

305.743.0844

F&B GREETER & BUSSER/FOOD RUNNER ENGINEERING OPENINGS MAINTENANCE ASSOCIATE SPA TERRE OPENINGS SPA COORDINATOR LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST NAIL TECH

Marathon Customer Service Representative

Apply Online at KeysBank.com/Careers

APPLY ONLINE AT www.noblehousehotels.com/careers APPLY IN PERSON AT Zero Duval St.

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

SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS NEEDED! Monroe County School District

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

CROSSWORD SOLUTION

SCAN TO VIEW JOB OPENINGS. APPLY TODAY!

EOE-M/F/V/D

Equal Housing Lender

INSTRUMENTATION & CONTROL SPECIALIST The Florida Keys Aqueduct Aqueduct Authority is in need of an ICS Specialist. Must have a Vocational/Technical degree with training emphasis in electronics or instrumentation/ measurement & process control/monitoring systems; supplemented by six (6) years previous experience and/or training that includes electronics and process control/monitoring systems; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must be able to obtain Certified Control Systems Technician status within two years. Benefit package extremely competitive! Location: Marathon. Salary Range $67,363.15-$106,702.20 DOQ. Apply online at www.fkaa.com/employment

EEO, VPE, ADA

WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR “C”

LOCATION: BIG COPPITT KEY AND DUCK KEY The Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority’s WASTEWATER DIVISION IS GROWING, and we need (2) WWTP OPERATORS WITH A FLORIDA “C” LICENSE OR HIGHER. You will perform skilled/technical work involving the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant. This requires technical knowledge and independent judgment to make treatment process adjustments and perform maintenance on plant equipment, machinery, and related control apparatus in accordance with established standards and procedures. Benefit package is extremely competitive! Location: Big Coppitt Key and Duck Key. Salary Range: $52,645.98 - $84,011.20.

Apply online at www.fkaa.com

EEO, VPE, ADA

Ocean Key Resort and Spa is EOE.

OCEAN KEY RESORT IS LOOKING FOR

HOUSEKEEPING ASSOCIATES FOR ALL HOUSEKEEPING POSITIONS

WE OFFER VERY COMPETITIVE PAY, REDUCED-COST EMPLOYEE HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES AND SO MUCH MORE! PART TIME / FULL TIME OPPORTUNITIES APPLY ONLINE AT www.noblehousehotels.com/careers APPLY IN PERSON AT Zero Duval St. Ocean Key Resort and Spa is EOE.

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

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES 305.743.0844 • CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • •305.743.0844 THE SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS OFFICE IN MARATHON IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT HAWKS CAY IS HIRING FOR MULTIPLE POSITIONS

Reservations Agent • Spa Guest Service Agents Gift Shop Attendants • Uniform Attendant F&B Receiving Clerks • Engineers • Banquet Setup On-Call Banquet Servers • Stewards/Dishwashers Servers • Bartenders • Safety Services Welcome Booth • Drivers AND MORE…

Please apply online at www.hawkscayjobs.com Equal Opportunity Employer

Key Colony Point is looking for a part-time (approximately 30-35 hours a week) maintenance professional.

Must have 5 years of property maintenance experience.

Pool certification is ideal.

Please call 305.743.7701 to schedule an appointment.

References required.

SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT MUST: • Be able to pass FDLE background check.

• Sign a loyalty oath required by law.

• Provide excellent customer service. Excellent interpersonal communication is required for working with the public in a responsive, courteous, and professional manner.

• Possess basic computer knowledge and be proficient in data entry.

• Be capable to carry/lift voting equipment and boxes weighing approximately 40 pounds.

• Be able to maintain a working knowledge of elections laws, rules, opinions, and office policy.

• Maintain a working knowledge of the services we provide and become familiar with services other county offices provide in and away from our office building.

• Work well with others, develop, and maintain a mature, professional teamwork relationship with the ability to perform in a flexible work environment.

• Commit to continuous learning.

• Be able to perform in an environment of constant change.

• Be able to present oral and written reports clearly and concisely.

• Be able to exercise considerable independent initiative and sound judgment in completing day-to-day assignments and activities to support operations.

• Be available to work weekends and after hours, sometimes with little notice.

Supervisor of Elections contact information: 305-292-3416 Pick up an application at Marathon Office 10015 Overseas Hwy., MM 52.5

OPEN POSITIONS AT BAPTIST HEALTH SOUTH FLORIDA TAVERNIER MARINERS HOSPITAL - Athletic Trainer - First Cook - Multi-Modality Imaging Tech $9,000 Bonus - Registered Nurse, ICU - Social Work Case Manager MARATHON FISHERMEN’S COMMUNITY HOSPITAL - Floor Technician, $5,000 Bonus - Lead Med Technologist, Laboratory $15,000 Bonus - Medical Assistant, $3,000 Bonus - Pool Clinical Pharmacist - Security Officer

APPLY AND LEARN MORE careers.baptisthealth.net or call 786-243-8507

OCEANFRONT PRIVATE SWIM CLUB IN KEY COLONY BEACH IS SEEKING A KITCHEN MANAGER/COOK FOR OUR BUSY SNACK BAR

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

SUDOKU SOLUTION

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Pigeon Key is seeking dedicated professionals seeking to make a positive impact in their community. Those individuals who wish to work on a uniquely beautiful island , while promoting our cultural history and preserving the natural Keys environment are encouraged to apply.

Competitive wages based on ability and experience. Applicants will be subject to criminal background check and drug screening.

Positions include: Trolley Operator (CDL licensing course provided for qualified applicant) Tour Guides, Sales Associates, Customer Relations Reps, Maintenance, Rental Associates and more.

Application online at pigeonkey.net - under the Staff icon. Or apply in person at the Pigeon Key Gift Shop, 2010 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL. Questions and completed applications can be emailed to pigeonkey@aol.com

The Cabana Club is open 10 am - 7 pm daily.

Must have experience. Responsibilities include but not limited to: ordering, cooking, menu design, good organizational skills and maintain a clean kitchen. Our small efficient kitchen mainly serves lunch items.

Pay commensurate with experience plus benefits. Beautiful environment, small friendly staff, open year round.

TheCabanaClubKeyColonyBeach.com Apply in person, email resume atpCabanaClub@aol.com or call 305-393-0631 and ask for April.

OCEANFRONT PRIVATE SWIM CLUB IN KEY COLONY BEACH IS SEEKING A MAINTENANCE MANAGER The Cabana Club is seeking a full time, hands-on maintenance manager. Responsibilities include but are not limited to; pool maintenance (training can be provided), general plumbing and electric, light carpentry, opening and cleaning daily, general “handyman skills”.

Qualified person is organized, works well independently and observes surroundings in need of attention. Great pay plus benefits.

TheCabanaClubKeyColonyBeach.com Apply in person, email resume atpCabanaClub@aol.com or call 305-393-0631 and ask for April.

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

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

Dolphin Research Center is Hiring!

School Programs & Outreach Curriculum Specialist (Full-Time - Permanent)

Visual Communications Seasonal Utility Position (Full-Time) Marketing Director (Full-Time) Volunteer Resources Administrative Assistant (Full-Time, Permanent) Media & Marketing Staff Member (Full-Time, Permanent)

Education Program Host (Full-Time, Permanent)

IT Technical Specialist (Part Time, Permanent)

Human Resources Assistant (Part-Time, Permanent)

TEXT “MYTOMTHUMB” TO

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Guest Services Staff

(Full-Time/Part-Time, Temporary/Permanent)

Benefits include medical, life & disability insurance, 401(k) plan, paid vacation, sick time & holidays.

Full job descriptions available at

www.dolphins.org/career_opportunities

Email cover letter, DRC application & resume to drc-hr@dolphins.org EOE

Apply online at mytomthumb.com/employment

THEME: GRADUATION The Guidance/Care Center, Inc. a division of

“Uplifting the human spirit since 1973”

THE GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER, Inc.

OPEN POSITIONS TAVERNIER Medical Assist III Nurse III – Clinical Coordinator Outreach Worker 1 MARATHON Dental Assistant II – Back Office Dental Hygienist Dentist Environmental Service Worker Outreach Worker 1 KEY WEST Dental Assistant II – Back Office Dental Hygienist Dentist Environmental Service Worker Medical Assistant Nurse III – Clinical Coordinator Outreach Worker 1 Patient Financial Services Specialist Security Officer Staff Psychiatrist

APPLY TODAY

chisouthfl.org/careers 786-293-5506

IS HIRING! KEY LARGO

Behavioral Health Counselor, FT (Children) Case Manager, FT (Children)

KEY WEST

Behavioral Health Therapist, FT (Children, Adult) Driver PT/per diem Prevention Specialist Behavioral Health Counselor (Children) Peer Support Specialist Crisis Counselor Case Managers (Adult, Forensic, Children ) Motivational Support Specialist Substance Abuse Counselor *Advocate

MARATHON

Peer Support Specialist/BHT (FT) Care Coordinator Housekeeper Behavioral Health Therapist (Children, Adult) RNs and LPNs (3 shifts) (PT/FT & per diem) Advocate (PT) Driver PT/per diem *Assisted Living Support Worker (FT) *Behavioral Health Technicians (3 shifts) (PT/FT & per diem) *No experience necessary. Will train.

A caring heart & helpful hands required.

Ability to work some evening or weekend shifts a plus.

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

Background and drug screen req.

COMPETITIVE PAY! EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS!!!

Check out all available positions at: www.westcare.com (search by zip code) EEOC/DFWP

ACROSS 1. Like a bug on windshield noise 6. G-man 9. Type of race 13. Late actor Ledger 14. Waikiki necklace 15. Group of lions 16. Knight’s shiny garb 17. Ensign, for short 18. One to beat 19. *Graduation proof 21. *”School’s Out” singer 23. An indigenous person in Laos 24. 6-shooter 25. Founder of People’s Republic of China 28. Porous rock 30. *MFA or BA 35. Comrade in arms 37. Be inclined 39. Had in mind 40. Was a passenger 41. Ventricular beater 43. Same as ayah 44. ____ Trick, rock band 46. Nicholas II, e.g.

47. Initiation ceremony, e.g.

48. “Pollock” actor Ed 50. Foolish one 52. Ever, to a poet 53. “House of Gucci” star 55. Masters Tournament peg 57. *Mortarboard attachment 60. *”No more ____, no more books” 64. Fancy boat 65. Mozart’s “L’____ del Cairo” 67. Arm bones 68. Orderly arrangement 69. Granola grain 70. Gustatory sensation 71. Lord Byron’s composition 72. Dashboard unit 73. Weasel’s aquatic cousin

DOWN 1. Herring’s cousin 2. “Frasier” actress Gilpin 3. Bulb holder 4. Coral reef island 5. Neck cavity 6. Pestilence pest 7. Even, to a poet 8. “Saturday Night Fever” music genre 9. Type of coffee maker 10. Gauche or Droite in Paris 11. Month of Purim 12. Styling product 15. For the time being, Latin (2 words) 20. Cave opening 22. Like Hemingway’s certain man on sea 24. Type of rummy 25. *One in “Pomp and Circumstance” series 26. Hello to Israel Kamakawiwo’ole 27. Ahead in years 29. *”You have brains in your head, you have ____ in your shoes” 31. Cleats to soccer player 32. China grass 33. Related on mother’s side 34. Olden days anesthetic 36. *School ____, which is about 180 days 38. No-win situation 42. Old-hat 45. Wilbur’s home 49. *Famous frat house 51. Adjective in sheet music 54. Low light 56. Enthusiastic approval 57. Tropical edible root 58. Land measure 59. A fake 60. Beaten by walkers 61. Research facil.

62. It’s better than never?

63. Tiresias in “Oedipus Rex” 64. Small dog’s bark 66. *Gown’s companion

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MONROE COUNTY DELINQUENT TANGIBLE TAX ROLL FOR 2021 NOTICE OF UNPAID DELINQUENT TANGIBLE PERSONAL PROPERTY TAXES ARE PROVIDED

BY CHAPTER 197 FLORIDA STATUTES. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT TANGIBLE PERSONAL PROPERTY TAXES FOR 2021 ARE NOW DELINQUENT BEGINNING APRIL 1, 2022. SUCH TAXES ARE DRAWING PROPORTIONATE COST OF PUBLISHING THIS NOTICE. UNLESS THE DELINQUENT TAXES ARE PAID BY JULY 1, 2022, WARRANTS WILL BE ISSUED THEREON AND THE TAX COLLECTOR WILL APPLY TO THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR AN ORDER DIRECTING LEVY AND SEIZURE OF THE PERSONAL PROPERTY OF THE TAXPAYER FOR THE UNPAID TAXES. THE NAME OF THE DELINQUENT PERSONAL PROPERTY TAXPAYERS AND THE AMOUNT OF TAXES INCLUDING THE COST OF ADVERTISING AND OTHER INTEREST AND PENALTIES ARE AS FOLLOWS:

=============================== TAX YEAR 2021 =============================== 1 8521057 4,822.32 218 DUVAL STREET CORP =============================== 2 8766084 858.72 31 CARDINAL LANE LLC =============================== 3 9085897 3,083.96 528 FRONT STREET KEY WEST INC =============================== 4 9077506 850.38 7 MILE BUFFET CORP =============================== 5 9104271 572.31 7 MILE PIZZERIA LLC =============================== 6 9018593 182.95 A TOUCH OF ATLANTIS INC =============================== 7 9024995 205.01 A-1 COMMUNITY MENTAL SERVICE LLC =============================== 8 9104302 2,920.41 AAG Live Key West =============================== 9 9078295 1,050.65 ACKERMAN WILLIAM =============================== 10 8530595 107.57 ADVANCED URGENT CARE - MARATHON =============================== 11 9082419 1,430.68 ADVENTURE AMUSEMENT =============================== 12 9053188 58.35 ALL KEYS APPRAISAL COMPANY =============================== 13 8905394 178.15 ALL KEYS CONTRACTING LLC =============================== 14 9101847 114.95 ALL KEYS REAL ESTATE LLC =============================== 15 8853050 731.81 ALL KEYS RENTAL LLC =============================== 16 9011817 1,501.99 ALL SOUTHERN TRUCKING AND BOBCAT INC =============================== 17 8790023 196.56 ALL STARS TILE & STONEWORK, INC =============================== 18 8932452 1,651.65 ALMA VISION MIAMI, INC. =============================== 19 9104435 1,053.35 ALTIA SOLUTIONS INC =============================== 20 9104061 304.43 AMADOR JORGE T =============================== 21 8929271 187.04 AMY’S CREATIONS =============================== 22 8705051 53.37 ANNA’S ESSCENTIALS =============================== 23 9104375 394.22 AQUA BOAT WORKS LLC =============================== 24 8959666 84.78 ART ON DUVAL KEY WEST =============================== 25 9089814 180.68 AVENUE LIZ STRICKER SALON =============================== 26 9104527 645.63 AVENUE SUBS INC =============================== 27 8723610 865.72 AXIS HUTTON TAVERNIER LLC ===============================

=============================== 28 9104601 101.78 BEARDS & BREWS LLC =============================== 29 9096817 129.04 BEHAVIORAL PAINTING STEPS LLC =============================== 30 9059216 173.52 BELLALUXE KW LLC =============================== 31 8508280 695.83 BIG PINE ROOSTER =============================== 32 8939789 201.57 BLACKBEARD’S CYCLE SHOP =============================== 33 9086049 293.04 BLUCHI CHARTERS INC =============================== 34 9089934 160.25 BLUE HORIZON WINDOWS & DOORS LLC =============================== 35 9078442 207.09 BLUFIN BEACH CLUB LLC =============================== 36 8929503 118.90 BLUFIN BEACH CLUB LLC =============================== 37 8914482 171.14 BLUZEE ENTERPRISES INC =============================== 38 8502800 2,699.50 BREEZY PALMS RESORT INC =============================== 39 9104062 178.14 BRUCE MINI MARKET =============================== 40 8723539 64.87 BUNNELL FOUNDATION INC =============================== 41 8683154 208.90 C & H ENTERPRISES INC OF MARATHON =============================== 42 8577664 350.37 CAPT CRAIG’S =============================== 43 9089009 534.76 CAROLINES OTHER SIDE =============================== 44 9076519 1,723.05 CAYO HUESO BREWING LLC =============================== 45 9083395 107.20 CEMENT DESIGN CORP =============================== 46 9084600 76.15 CHARLES R & STEPHANIE D BURFORD =============================== 47 9090541 151.88 CHAVEZ ALAIN =============================== 48 9003204 358.04 CHILL N GRILL WATERSPORTS LLC =============================== 49 8895640 86.08 CHOKOLADA INC =============================== 50 9103792 366.38 CINEAVERDE LLC =============================== 51 8536186 156.95 CIRCLE K STORES INC =============================== 52 9077276 437.45 CLARK MARILYN =============================== 53 9090326 638.46 CLEMENTE’S WOOD-FIRED TROLLEY PIZZERIA LLC =============================== 54 9103304 171.49 CLIPIN’ DALES ===============================

=============================== 55 9091975 202.08 COCKY KEY WEST =============================== 56 9104154 124.15 COMPUTER GUYS OF THE KEYS LLC =============================== 57 9104250 641.16 CONCEPT TILE LLC =============================== 58 8715421 588.42 CONCH KEY MARINA & FISHERIES LLC =============================== 59 9100811 300.79 COOL AID AIR CONDITIONING OF SW FL INC =============================== 60 9087023 225.77 CORAL REEFERS =============================== 61 9072042 785.16 COURTNEY’S PLACE INC =============================== 62 8601859 606.66 COURTNEY’S PLACE INC =============================== 63 8836490 202.62 CREATIVE HEALING LLC =============================== 64 9104388 405.42 D & D RESTORATION INC =============================== 65 8530170 111.18 DAIRY QUEEN =============================== 66 8542011 107.62 DAVID L & CYNTHIA A NASH =============================== 67 9095198 405.42 DEBLASIO WILLIAM AND WENDY =============================== 68 8697481 347.63 DEEP BLUE DIVE MARINE MARKET =============================== 69 8815263 84.47 DELUNAS CAFE INC =============================== 70 9091710 1,550.56 DIANNA DAVIS DESIGNS AND ACQUISITIONS LLC =============================== 71 9103514 182.95 DIVE ISLA BELLA =============================== 72 9054321 248.88 DIVINE ISLAND DESIGN LLC =============================== 73 8748990 275.41 DIVOLL CONSTRUCTION INC =============================== 74 9104376 405.42 DNA OUTDOORS LLC =============================== 75 9089553 88.17 DOG 30 LLC =============================== 76 9104269 65.80 DOGS BY THE SEA =============================== 77 9104563 275.41 DOLCE EVENTS LLC =============================== 78 9104600 845.91 DR SUNSET LLC =============================== 79 9076915 160.25 DRIFTWOOD DREAMZ =============================== 80 9097353 192.43 DUVAL VILLAGE INC =============================== 81 8936181 166.42 EAGLE AMERICAN INSURANCE AGENCY LLC ===============================

=============================== 82 8796447 3,734.45 EAGLE RAY DIVERS LLC =============================== 83 8509197 63.54 EAST ON THE WEST SIDE INC =============================== 84 9089775 556.31 ECO GREEN TURF & LAWN =============================== 85 9104434 67.94 EGO SCOOTERS KEY WEST LLC =============================== 86 8716761 121.76 ELIIZABETHRAE WELLNESS SPA LLC =============================== 87 9099438 250.82 ENDLESS SUMMER APPAREL LLC =============================== 88 9096275 163.50 ENGEL & VOLKERS ISLAMORADA =============================== 89 8506741 70.05 ENOS MITCHELL SEPTIC TANK CO OF KEY LARGO INC =============================== 90 8935081 826.38 EQUIPMENT FOR HIRE LLC =============================== 91 9089869 220.37 EVOLVE =============================== 92 9092592 122.96 EXTRAORDINARY MARTIAL ARTS KEY LARGO LLC =============================== 93 9100709 379.13 EZ RIDERS RENTALS =============================== 94 8903804 339.11 F/V ANGUS INC =============================== 95 8505396 382.96 FERRO ENTERPRISES LLC =============================== 96 9087906 557.39 FIBERGLASS SHOP THE =============================== 97 9103105 556.31 FL KEYS CAFE =============================== 98 8895283 452.31 FL KEYS HEALTH & WELLNESS, PLLC =============================== 99 8531451 1,155.08 FL KEYS TAXI DISPATCH 2000 INC =============================== 100 8547765 2,676.60 FLORIDA KEYS CAPITAL LLC =============================== 101 8550685 2,993.63 FLORIDA KEYS CAPITAL LLC =============================== 102 9083990 319.65 FLORIDA KEYS DERMATOLOGY LLC =============================== 103 9091567 323.10 FLORIDA KEYS DISTRIBUTION LLC =============================== 104 9104371 352.48 FLORIDA KEYS MARINE DIESEL LLC =============================== 105 9104372 275.41 FLORIDA KEYS NATURAL PRODUCTS LLC =============================== 106 9104024 2,152.57 FRESENIUS KIDNEY CARE KEY WEST =============================== 107 9094600 171.68 FRITAS EXPRESS =============================== 108 9083354 174.46 FX1 MOBILE LLC ===============================

SAM C. STEELE, C.F.C. TAX COLLECTOR Monroe County P.O. Box 1129 Key West, Florida 33041-1129

=============================== 109 8509499 727.63 FYT =============================== 110 9025105 330.07 G G MILLWORK CONTRACTING INC =============================== 111 8523653 180.06 GENERATIONS SEAFOOD & PRODUCE =============================== 112 8530315 214.48 GEO & COMPANY LLC =============================== 113 9089321 352.48 GEO & COMPANY LLC =============================== 114 9024742 140.68 GETTIN’ BY RENTALS LLC =============================== 115 9104659 827.84 GINGER BREAD KEY WEST GROUP LLC =============================== 116 9104134 149.70 GLADIO LLC =============================== 117 9104366 64.14 GLOSS BY ANNE LLC =============================== 118 8929286 437.45 GOLDBERG MARLA =============================== 119 9104053 275.41 GOOD DAY ON A HAPPY PLANET LLC =============================== 120 9096483 581.39 GRAFFAM GENE =============================== 121 8812892 1,572.02 GRALIN LLLP =============================== 122 9089862 328.99 GRATI CAFE =============================== 123 8707053 451.11 GREENHOUSE SALON LLC =============================== 124 9104426 286.18 GROOVY GIRL GRAPHICS AND DESIGN =============================== 125 9101063 89.54 GUERRA EDGAR R =============================== 126 8716150 390.71 H A MARING LLC =============================== 127 9104417 858.72 HALFWAY ROAD LLC =============================== 128 8531842 172.14 HAPPY TIME BEHAVIORAL SERVICES CORP =============================== 129 9104615 805.98 HAPPYROCKS VACATIONS LLC =============================== 130 8892152 58.28 HAVANA LASHES N BROWS =============================== 131 8928974 409.68 HEATH LINDVALL =============================== 132 9084057 863.64 HEBERT DALE E =============================== 133 9009375 171.68 HEMINGWAY HOME BOOKSTORE TOO =============================== 134 9100651 2,441.65 HOTSPUR LLC =============================== 135 9104002 140.56 HUMPHRIES GARY =============================== 136 9090651 868.33 ICE HOUSE AMERICA LLC ===============================

=============================== 137 9091656 670.20 ICE HOUSE AMERICA LLC =============================== 138 9091657 540.93 ICE HOUSE AMERICA LLC =============================== 139 9100314 529.66 ICE HOUSE AMERICA LLC =============================== 140 9090652 359.47 ICE HOUSE AMERICA LLC =============================== 141 9102431 827.13 ICE HOUSE AMERICA LLC =============================== 142 8929253 728.55 ICHABOD CRANE SERVICE =============================== 143 9102414 5,124.01 INFRASTRUCTURE CORPORATION OF AMERICA =============================== 144 8510390 578.48 INGRID’S KEY WEST KITCHEN =============================== 145 9091724 65.46 INSTANT COMFORT RENTALS =============================== 146 9083552 385.84 IONA MEDICAL CENTER =============================== 147 9104549 182.95 IRIE ISLAND EATS LLC =============================== 148 9104425 2,865.12 ISLAMORADA FAMILY HOLDINGS LLC =============================== 149 8929093 2,783.58 ISLAMORADA POOL SERVICE & MAINTENANCE LLC =============================== 150 8786671 147.17 ISLAMORADA PSYCHIC =============================== 151 9087177 1,393.05 ISLAMORADA WINE CO =============================== 152 9104282 4,845.21 ISLAND BREWING INC =============================== 153 9077546 275.41 ISLAND CIGAR FACTORY =============================== 154 8509375 295.57 ISLAND COFFEE HOUSE LLC =============================== 155 8951757 187.04 ISLAND DREAMZ =============================== 156 9092936 585.93 ISLAND MD LLC =============================== 157 9103644 140.59 ISLAND RX LLC =============================== 158 8526377 422.21 ISLAND SEAFOOD & CHARTERS =============================== 159 9094931 155.83 ISLAND STYLE RENTALS =============================== 160 8503253 366.63 ISLAND TIME BITES INC =============================== 161 9078732 187.04 ISLAND TRENDZ OF THE KEYS =============================== 162 9094532 156.12 J & S NATURAL HEALTH LLC =============================== 163 8717016 683.33 JEFF GAUTIER LANDSCAPING INC =============================== 164 9089881 825.24 JIANGIAN HU DMD ===============================

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UPPER KEYS WEEKLY / MAY 12, 2022 =============================== 165 8819943 1,221.16 JMS RESTAURANT CORP =============================== 166 9103144 1,188.76 JOSEPH ARGIRO =============================== 167 8794746 261.20 KEY HONEY CONTRACTING LLC =============================== 168 9100867 383.15 KEY LIME ROLLOFF SERVICES INC =============================== 169 9104538 308.29 KEY WEST BRIDAL LLC =============================== 170 9019363 644.21 KEY WEST FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHY AND PRINTING, I =============================== 171 9085586 350.62 KEY WEST FISH & CHIPS =============================== 172 9085594 109.24 KEY WEST GALLERY INC =============================== 173 8978498 899.01 KEY WEST HEALTH AD WELLNESS LLC =============================== 174 9091932 181.07 KEY WEST HONEY =============================== 175 9083388 172.21 KEY WEST KAYAK ADVENTURES LLC =============================== 176 9053925 158.25 KEY WEST KEY LIME PIE CO LLC =============================== 177 9079323 276.97 KEY WEST SPORTS ACADEMY INC =============================== 178 8530579 230.17 KEYS DEEP LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY =============================== 179 9093251 220.88 KEYS DOCKSIDE SEAFOOD LLC =============================== 180 9087483 214.85 KEYS LAWN & ORNAMENTAL CARE INC =============================== 181 8847173 181.19 KEYS PHYSICAL THERAPY LLC =============================== 182 8981006 202.66 KEYS PLUMBING LLC =============================== 183 9104574 345.00 KEYS SCOOTERS INC =============================== 184 8971293 160.25 KEYS ULTIMATE GETAWAYS INC =============================== 185 9077555 179.65 KEYSBAIL.NET INC =============================== 186 9086776 160.25 KINGDOM ESCAPE GAMES =============================== 187 9104456 1,280.07 KINNEY DOUGLAS S & ELIZABETH G =============================== 188 9077500 306.28 KIRBY’S CLOSET LLC =============================== 189 8964770 297.52 KNOW A FENCE COMPANY =============================== 190 8913389 182.42 KNOWLES HOUSE =============================== 191 9104174 301.00 KONRATH BRIAN ===============================

=============================== 192 9089099 137.06 KW CNC INC =============================== 193 9102606 316.95 KW DONUTS LLC =============================== 194 9087310 67.55 KW ROYAL PALMS REALTY LLC =============================== 195 9091910 225.63 LA SINCERITE KEYS STORE LLC =============================== 196 9057808 277.82 LAINO JOSEPH =============================== 197 8834721 437.45 LANGSTON W FENTON =============================== 198 9102609 82.05 LARGO DONUTS LLC =============================== 199 8531419 869.50 LAZY LAKES LLC =============================== 200 9084135 178.14 LIZ’S HIDDEN TREASURES INC =============================== 201 8949106 194.34 LOBSTER WALK LLC =============================== 202 8914024 187.04 LOTUS BOUTIQUE LLC =============================== 203 9094960 117.84 LOWER KEYS RENTALS LLC =============================== 204 8661509 525.58 LOWER KEYS RESORT LLC =============================== 205 9081075 573.18 MAGNUM BROADCASTING INC =============================== 206 8502168 2,289.85 MARATHON CRAB & LOBSTER COMPANY LLC =============================== 207 9102605 208.09 MARATHON DONUTS LLC =============================== 208 8509383 1,338.34 MARATHON II LLC =============================== 209 9104550 180.31 MARATHON PARADISE INC =============================== 210 8520166 328.95 MARATHON RT LLC =============================== 211 9020430 53.30 MARINE SEALUTIONS CORP =============================== 212 8717431 1,331.87 MARLIN FOOD STORES INC =============================== 213 8977552 445.94 MARTIN BRIAN =============================== 214 9090375 1,995.81 MARTINS ON DUVAL LLC =============================== 215 8938986 151.77 MASHIN AHMED =============================== 216 9094499 794.05 MCMAHON MICHAEL J =============================== 217 8994063 1,053.35 MCMAHON MICHAEL J =============================== 218 9078037 1,053.35 MCMAHON MICHAEL J =============================== 219 8769199 2,372.94 MEDMEN ===============================

=============================== 220 9104370 365.73 MELONYS LLC =============================== 221 8928295 1,217.44 MIAMI CENTER OF EXCELLENCE LLC =============================== 222 9089766 679.25 MIDDLE KEYS WELLNESS CENTER LLC =============================== 223 9092292 566.17 MIRACLE LEAF HEALTH CENTERS =============================== 224 9104160 67.94 MIX MERCANTILE LLC =============================== 225 8519184 270.49 MONKEY STORE =============================== 226 9103936 109.83 MORTON PARTNERS LLC =============================== 227 8913991 195.81 NAMASTE HEALING & RETREAT CENTER LLC =============================== 228 9104439 248.32 NARDELLI NORMAN AND TERESA =============================== 229 9101103 593.73 NEHAMKIN GIL JACOB =============================== 230 9098429 159.93 NESTICO MICHAEL THOMAS =============================== 231 9104378 275.41 NICHOLS AUTO MARINE AND DIESEL REPAIR LLC =============================== 232 9101843 57.42 NPBOATS LLC =============================== 233 9090374 140.85 O’FLYNN ENGINEERING LLC =============================== 234 9083669 205.36 OCEAN SIRENS MERMAID ACADEMY =============================== 235 9097062 313.72 OCEANSIDE CANVAS =============================== 236 9083670 153.64 OCONNOR JOHN P MD =============================== 237 9104441 405.42 OFF THE HOOK BAIT N TACKLE LLC =============================== 238 8990455 406.25 OLD CONCH HARBOR INC =============================== 239 9077615 178.14 OLLIE’S KEY ISLAND HONEY =============================== 240 8966794 178.15 ONE STOP STORE =============================== 241 8865058 6,137.86 ONLYWOOD GRILL =============================== 242 9104293 204.46 PAGE MARK SCOTT AND DARYN D =============================== 243 8939800 518.49 PASTE’YS POWDER-COATING LLC =============================== 244 9095606 286.18 PEARSON JOSEPHINE A =============================== 245 8923414 858.72 PHILIP & CHRISTINA WILLS =============================== 246 9104660 353.31 PINEAPPLE HOUSE KEY WEST LLC ===============================

=============================== 247 9104368 379.13 PIRATE ADVENTURES CHARTERS LLC =============================== 248 9102835 401.38 POOLTECH OF MIAMI INC =============================== 249 9017812 214.84 PRICE AUTOMOTIVE =============================== 250 9104406 171.68 PRIORITY MEDICAL TRANSPORT LLC =============================== 251 9092581 215.45 RAD KITE & JETSKI =============================== 252 9078424 258.99 RAFAEL’S SERVICE & MAINTENANCE CORP =============================== 253 8865805 219.78 RAM CARPENTRY AND CONSTRUCTION LLC =============================== 254 8510951 1,646.13 RED FISH BLUE FISH INC =============================== 255 9103985 534.76 RED SHOE ISLAND BISTRO =============================== 256 8511141 7,437.14 REGAL CINEMAS INC =============================== 257 9089563 143.55 REMO WIRELESS SOLUTIONS INC =============================== 258 8551231 534.76 RETRO ROOM =============================== 259 9097464 152.44 RIDER HAIR SALON =============================== 260 8836449 126.26 ROSE’S BEST LITTLE HAIR HOUSE IN TOWN =============================== 261 8536941 509.51 RYNO’S WHISTLE STOP LLC =============================== 262 9092704 896.90 RYSMAN PETER =============================== 263 9104211 223.55 S&M OF LAZY WAY INC =============================== 264 9099568 62.62 SAMPSON BEN =============================== 265 8928855 160.25 SANDY DREAMZ BOUTIQUE =============================== 266 8908555 275.41 SARAH’S MARINE LIFE LLC =============================== 267 9104523 860.09 SATQUEL LLC =============================== 268 9002830 4,129.72 SCOTTY’S FRONT STREET STAGE =============================== 269 9097106 187.04 SEA AIRE BOUTIQUE =============================== 270 9082047 111.87 SEVEN MILE ALUMINUM & VINYL LLC =============================== 271 9102685 105.08 SHANCASS CHARTERS INC =============================== 272 8914938 340.22 SICK KICKS LLC =============================== 273 8806221 848.85 SIMPLE BREEZE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT ===============================

=============================== 274 9103999 506.24 SKY AND SEA SPA =============================== 275 9094572 193.80 SLOPPY HOES =============================== 276 8974461 513.76 SOUTH SHORE RENTALS LTD =============================== 277 8979158 836.71 SOUTHERN TIDE =============================== 278 8922833 258.64 SOUTHERNMOST KEY LIME SHOP LLC =============================== 279 8882394 2,609.27 SOUTHERNMOST POST 3911 VFW OF THE US =============================== 280 9077498 128.08 STARDUST MOTOR CORP =============================== 281 9103217 414.95 STONE OVEN PIZZERIA =============================== 282 9104546 1,096.43 SUMMERLAND NEST LLC =============================== 283 9104242 173.66 SUNSET GARDENS FARM LLC =============================== 284 9086638 86.59 SUNSHINE REAL ESTATE HOLDINGS LLC =============================== 285 9097625 209.12 SWEET & SALTY =============================== 286 9102608 313.52 TAVERNIER DONUTS LLC =============================== 287 9104555 802.14 TAVERNIER LANDINGS LLC =============================== 288 9097210 610.16 TAWLAW LLC =============================== 289 8981677 102.33 TD GROUP CONSULTING INC =============================== 290 9077291 540.22 THATCH PALM LLC =============================== 291 8538545 437.45 THAYER ADAMS =============================== 292 9099166 101.96 THE ABBEY =============================== 293 9103750 443.36 THE ANGLERS CLOSET INC =============================== 294 9104259 2,976.18 THE BLACKWATER SIREN BAR & GRILL LLC =============================== 295 8811314 282.84 THE CAPTAIN CONCH HOUSE LLC =============================== 296 9077460 62.19 THE CAPTAIN’S MERMAID BOUTIQUE =============================== 297 9103836 2,489.75 THE KEYS HEART CENTER =============================== 298 9104369 327.28 THE RAW MACHINE LLC =============================== 299 8922701 177.34 THE ROOM NAILS =============================== 300 9099344 166.03 THE SANCTUARY ISLET OF KEY LARGO LLC ===============================

MONROE COUNTY DELINQUENT TANGIBLE TAX ROLL FOR 2021 NOTICE OF UNPAID DELINQUENT TANGIBLE PERSONAL PROPERTY TAXES ARE PROVIDED BY CHAPTER 197 FLORIDA STATUTES. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT TANGIBLE PERSONAL PROPERTY TAXES FOR 2021 ARE NOW DELINQUENT BEGINNING APRIL 1, 2022. SUCH TAXES ARE DRAWING PROPORTIONATE COST OF PUBLISHING THIS NOTICE. UNLESS THE DELINQUENT TAXES ARE PAID BY JULY 1, 2022, WARRANTS WILL BE ISSUED THEREON AND THE TAX COLLECTOR WILL APPLY TO THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR AN ORDER DIRECTING LEVY AND SEIZURE OF THE PERSONAL PROPERTY OF THE TAXPAYER FOR THE UNPAID TAXES.

SAM C. STEELE, C.F.C. TAX COLLECTOR

Monroe County P.O. Box 1129 Key West, Florida 33041-1129

=============================== 301 9084669 225.39 THE STUDIOS OF KEY WEST INC =============================== 302 8831374 649.84 THOMAS M WALSH DDS PA =============================== 303 9102529 347.75 TPW VENTURES LLLP =============================== 304 9092022 405.42 TRANQUILITY BAY ADULT DAY CARE OF MARATHON CO =============================== 305 9103374 554.33 TRITON SEAFOOD RESTAURANT =============================== 306 9089508 864.00 TRUCK & 2 SONS CONSTRUCTION LLC =============================== 307 9008814 2,999.10 UPPER DUVAL ENTERTAINMENT LLC =============================== 308 8700610 84.01 USTYMENKO KOSTIANTYN =============================== 309 9075188 102.98 VACASA FLORIDA LLC =============================== 310 9103930 230.45 VACASA LLC =============================== 311 8717555 69.77 VACASA LLC =============================== 312 9098069 534.76 VALERO-DURAN CORP =============================== 313 9099982 256.37 VIVACIOUS BEAUTY HAVEN LLC =============================== 314 8558040 171.68 WAGADOODLE =============================== 315 8848102 59.87 WEBB WILLIAM =============================== 316 8798253 278.22 WEIRD TREES LLC =============================== 317 8684851 178.14 WICKED CHICKS INC =============================== 318 8816421 437.45 WILLIAM E AND ROBIN S ORGEL =============================== 319 8787391 171.68 WILLIAM SHEPLER & ASSOCIATES ARCHITECTURE LLC =============================== 320 9104268 206.93 WISPY BUSINESS =============================== 321 9103372 386.69 WONSETLER ROGER ===============================

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Injured in a boating accident?

CORAL SHORES COSMETOLOGY SENIORS VISIT CIRQUE SALON STUDIOS The Coral Shores High School seniors in Trish Biondoletti’s cosmetology classes recently took a field trip to Cirque Salon Studios in Key Largo to meet with various salon owners and learn about the business side of cosmetology. Students were able to observe services in progress, ask questions about cosmetology education options and get a feel for how different salons and spas operate. “We are thrilled that CSHS has started a cosmetology program and look forward to supporting its growth,” said Whitney MacEachern, owner of Cirque Salon Studios of Key Largo.

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Dolphins Plus Marine Mammal Responder’s (DPMMR) Connect to Protect Gala was held this past Saturday at Playa Largo Resort. The event was attended by over 150 community members who helped raise more than $90,000 for marine mammal conservation. The proceeds will be helping DPMMR bolster their education and outreach efforts and improve the welfare of their resident animals. We would like to thank all of our sponsors, donors, and attendees for their contributions to making this year’s event a huge success and look forward to the positive outcomes that will follow in the coming months.

BILL & GLENN SCOTT • TRICIA PARKER • DRS. LYNN & JOHN PARKER • JON & JULIE LANDAU