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KEY WEST OFFICIALS DEMAND GUN CONTROL FROM STATE & FEDS ASSISTED-LIVING FACILITY MAKES FINANCIAL REBOUND MANDY MILES

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ey West city officials heard some pushback from community members on June 7, when they voted 6-1 in favor of a resolution demanding that the U.S. Congress and the Florida Legislature “enact common sense gun legislation including (1) mandatory background checks and training for every firearm purchase in the United States, (2) removing highcapacity magazines and assault-style weapons from our streets, and (3) making gun trafficking a federal crime.” The resolution passed, with Commissioner Billy Wardlow dissenting, but only after four people spoke against it. “The things you’re saying are not factual. There’s no such animal as an AK-15 and a magazine is just a box that bullets come in,” said Charles Meier, a U.S. veteran and firearms instructor who lost his leg in the Middle East. He was referring to Mayor Teri Johnston’s misstatement

on a recent radio interview that misidentified the AR-15. “You’re not doing anything with this resolution. It’s a knee-jerk reaction,” Meier said. Key West resident Steve Akaila also spoke against the resolution, saying, “the problem with these resolutions is that the definition of assault rifles is a political one, not a factual one. The reality is that everyone wants to do something about violence in communities. And Uvalde was a tragedy, but the police stood outside for an hour.” Former city commissioner Margaret Romero, who’s running against Johnston in the mayor’s race, called the gun control resolution “the metoo bandwagon. It’s like ‘me too, me too.’ But other people are working on this and if people in Key West wish to contact the state and federal legislators, that’s fine. I think we’re all concerned with illegal guns, but I’d like us to focus on the agita in our planning and building department. Why do we have three city directors leaving? We can’t write legislation that exceeds the state, so let’s try to focus on what we can change here in Key West.” To finalize the gun control discussion, Commissioner Clayton Lopez read a lengthy statement ticking off the number of mass shootings in the country this year. “There are few issues across these politically divided states of America that we can point to and identify consensus (although many in our highest leadership with authority to do something about it, are in denial). … This is not about opposition to the Second Amendment. In fact, I believe that argument, although continuously waged, is far from applicable here. No one wants

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to take away guns. What we want is regulatory authority that will protect our children.” In other news… The occupancy levels for Poinciana Gardens assisted-living facility have skyrocketed since August 2021, when the city, Monroe County and the housing authority formed a three-year financial partnership to keep the struggling facility funded. In August 2021, occupancy was 46% with only 52 of the 112 units occupied, said Randy Sterling, director of the Key West Housing Authority. Today, the first floor, which now houses independent, over-55 apartments, is 93% full with 27 of 29 units occupied and a waiting list for the last two units. The second floor, which offers independent, supported living with three meals a day, laundry and cleaning services, is 81% full with 25 of 31 units occupied. Work remains to be done on the third floor, which is a fully supported, assisted-living facility, where residents need the most care, Sterling said. The third floor is 56% full with 29 of 52 units occupied, he said, adding that total revenue is up 32% since August 2021. “So we’re definitely making positive progress to break even,” Sterling said, adding that a new management team is in place as well as a new food services provider. In closing… Romero spoke again at the end of the meeting, criticizing officials for closing preliminary budget meetings to the public. She said those meetings are where she learned that despite a citywide hiring freeze two years ago that kept the police and fire departments from hiring, Johnston hired an executive assistant. “City policies and the charter were not followed,” Romero said. “This city needs transparency to restore trust between government and the citizens. There’s a feeling in the public that certain people get permits in a hurry and others don’t. There doesn’t seem to be a feeling that everyone is treated equally. If we really want to restore trust and resolve this divide, we must work on it.”

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SHERIFF RAMSAY ON GUN LAWS, UVALDE, ACCOUNTABILITY ‘I HAVE NO SYMPATHY FOR OFFICERS WHO FAILED TO ACT’

heriff Rick Ramsay has spent more than 30 years as a law enforcement officer in the Florida Keys, and the past decade as the county’s sheriff. The most decorated deputy in the history of the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, Ramsay is proficient with firearms and knowledgeable about gun ownership. Following the “heinous” mass shooting that killed 19 little kids and two teachers in Uvalde, Texas on May 24, Ramsay spoke at length with the Keys Weekly about gun laws, school security and mass shootings in America. Ramsay is In close contact with Monroe County School District officials regarding “hardening” efforts to improve security at Florida Keys schools. As reported by the Keys Weekly last week, he has urged the district to invest in enhanced fencing around schools rather than 6-foot chain link fences that can easily be scaled by the 15- to 19-year-old males who typically commit school shootings. But fences aren’t foolproof and Ramsay had plenty to say about the Uvalde devastation, gun laws, background checks, video games, mental illness and parental involvement. SHERIFF ON GUN LAWS “Here in Florida, I can go buy an AR-15 legally. I go through the legal process, the background check. The state knows I have it. But then I can sell it to absolutely anyone. No waiting period. No background check. No knowledge of the person’s mental health history.

“The easy answer is to take everyone’s guns away, but such laws are only followed by lawful people. “I’m completely in favor of a 10-day waiting period and a minimum age of 21 to get an assault rifle. I’m also in favor of more intensive background checks, and of closing the loophole that allows anyone — no background check or waiting period — to buy an assault rifle at a gun show or from a private seller.”

“I’m all about looking at all factors on all levels, including waiting periods, background checks, closing loopholes and raising the age to 21 for assault weapons.” — Monroe County Sheriff Rick Ramsay

“Almost every one of these heinous events has been preceded by red flags. I’m very concerned about the confidential nature of these threats and prior investigations into someone’s mental illness. So no one ever knows until something horrible happens. All that information comes after someone has already committed a devastating act. “We have to have a better ability to identify mental illness so we can do realistic threat assessments. “There’s a lot we can do, but unfortunately, it’s become so politicized that we can’t resolve what’s in the best interest of kids and public safety. I’m all about looking at all factors on all levels, including waiting periods, background checks, closing loopholes, and raising the age to 21 for assault weapons.”

SHERIFF ON UVALDE MISTAKES “It killed me seeing those officers outside an elementary school arguing with and handcuffing parents for no lawful reason. Any parent is going to risk their life to save their kid. I have no sympathy for those officers who failed to act. It was horrific and paints a bad image. The chief made a terrible decision. There was poor leadership from the top. That chief should have been fired immediately, or at the very least, suspended without pay pending an investigation and THEN fired. Every officer who failed to act should have action taken against them. They’re not expected to comply with unlawful orders from a superior. And the order to do nothing was not a lawful order.” SHERIFF ON PARENTS, KIDS, VIDEO GAMES “There’s been a collapse in the family structure. Kids are turning into loners with no social skills and no responsibility. “We need some type of age restrictions or censorship on violent video games that teach kids to aim and shoot guns and take a life without giving it a second thought. “Parents need to be more accountable, more involved and more aware. They need to ask questions and should be cloning their kids’ phones and computers to see what they surf, post and who they talk to. The kid doesn’t like it? Too bad. The parents are paying for the phones. “Back in the ’80s, kids would rather have the police called on them than their parents, who would be embarrassed to have to come to the police station when the kid screwed up. Today, the parents get mad at law enforcement and threaten to sue us. They reinforce bad behavior and assure their kid that mom and dad will fix it and that nothing is ever the kid’s fault. “So many kids today have no real curfews, social skills or responsibility. Every time we see these breakdowns in family structure, there’s red flags involved. Mental illness and bullying are too often a problem, and parents have to give us this information when they see these red flags. “We all have to start rowing in the same direction if we’re going to make any meaningful changes.”

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AND THE BUBBAS GO TO... BAHAMA VILLAGE MUSIC PROGRAM 2022 KEY WEST PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS BENEFIT FREE MUSIC EDUCATION MANDY MILES

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espite the ongoing nominations and feverish voting, the real winner in the 2022 Bubbas: Key West People’s Choice Awards is the Bahama Village Music Program. Each year, the awards benefit a dedicated local nonprofit that helps families, friends and neighbors, and the BVMP is no different. The nonprofit program, which provides free music lessons to Key West kids 6 to 16, launched in 1999 to honor Ellen Sanchez, a beloved music teacher in Bahama Village, whose retirement left a void in the community. The program’s founder, Robin Kaplan, used the momentum of Sanchez’ stewardship to establish the Bahama Village Music Program. From modest beginnings in the closet of a school gym, the program now resides in the Frederick Douglass Skills Center, a refurbished historic building owned by the city and located in the heart of Bahama Village. Kawana Staffney now leads the Bahama Village Music Program as executive director. Its primary aim is “to create an effective learning environment for developing music skills and self-esteem, all while nurturing a strong sense of community among young residents. Participants are encouraged to explore many aspects of music, from learning notes, rhythm, tempo and style to perfecting their performance skills in piano, guitar, violin, percussion, steel pan, woodwinds, choir, dance, steel pan and musical theater. Professional music educators, adult volunteers and talented high school students teach private and group lessons throughout the school year.” Students in BVMP perform free concerts and recitals for their families and residents of Key West throughout the year. “These young performers sustain the program’s belief that music can remove barriers, unite diverse cultures and uplift the spirits of our community,” states the organization’s website at bvmp.org. Funding for the program comes from board-sponsored fundraising activities, private donations grants — and now, the 2022 Bubbas: Key West People’s Choice Awards.

The Bubbas award gala packs Key West Theater.

ONCE AGAIN, HERE’S HOW THE BUBBAS WORK Nominate your favorites now through June 20 Log in to Keysweekly.com now through Monday, June 20 to nominate your favorite people, businesses and charities in each category. Voters can vote once per day for all categories, and must fill out 75% of the ballot to cast a valid submission. So visit often, or daily, throughout the nomination process to propose your favorite finalists. The top three nominees in each category are placed on the finalists’ ballot. We do not create the top three (a commonly asked question). You, the voters, decide the top three finalists from among your nominees, each and every year. Nomination voting ends at midnight on June 20, and is followed by final voting. Updates and reminders will be provided by the Keys Weekly in print, digital and social media throughout the Bubbas process. Vote for the winning finalists: June 27-July 11 The top 3 nominees in each category make the finalists’ ballot. The highest votegetter among the 3 finalists in each category receives the Bubba Award. Voting for the finalists in each category begins at midnight on June 27 at Keysweekly. com. During this stage, voters can submit one ballot per day and must fill out 75% of the categories to cast a valid ballot. So visit keysweekly.com often throughout the process and submit one ballot a day. Updates and reminders will be provided at keysweekly.com, in our daily e-blast, Key West Weekly print editions and social media. The winners’ gala is July 23.

The ukulele is just one of the instruments that Bahama Village Music Program teaches kids for free. RALPH DE PALMA/Contributed

The event: July 23 The 9th annual Bubbas: Key West People’s Choice Awards Gala, this year on July 23, has become one of the most popular events in town. Tickets are not generally made available to the public due to demand. Winners, nominees and dignitaries are invited to attend and additional attendees are selected from a first-come, first-served waiting list. To be placed on this list please email Stephanie@keysweekly.com.

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FOOD FIGHT ENSUES REBMAN LOPEZ CRITICIZES MOONEY FOR SUPPORTING STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE AS OFFICIAL DESSERT JIM McCARTHY

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Republican candidate for state representative is criticizing current Rep. Jim Mooney’s vote supporting strawberry shortcake as Florida’s official state dessert. Mooney said he finds the latest attack by his opponent to be “eighthgrade material.” A June 2 Facebook post showed Rhonda Rebman Lopez holding up a Key lime pie. Within the post, Rebman Lopez states that her opponent voted for strawberry shortcake as the state’s official dessert and not Key lime pie. Early into the legislative session, senators and representatives in the House passed a bill declaring strawberry shortcake the state’s official dessert. The Senate version, SB 1006, was sponsored by Sen. Danny Burgess. He represents Plant City, which has 10,000-plus acres of strawberry fields. According to his bill, those fields make up 75 percent of the U.S. winter strawberry crop. Senators unanimously said “yes” to the bill. The House followed up with a 109-4 vote. Rebman Lopez told Keys Weekly that she was called into a meeting by some longtime residents of Key West. She said they were “disturbed that he didn’t fight for Key lime pie to remain the state dessert.” “Key lime pie is one of our own. No matter what happens, we have to defend Key lime pie. Key lime pie is a catalyst for our economy,” she said. “Do you know how many people come to the Keys and expect to eat Key lime pie? And do you know how many stores sell Key lime pie? “For our current representative to try to be everyone’s friend and say strawberries are a huge industry in Florida, we all know that. There’s a lot of huge industries in Florida. But Key lime pie is the Florida Keys,” she continued.

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Mooney, who was among the 109 “yes” votes, said the Key lime pie was never an issue in Tallahassee. The strawberry farmers, who represent a $5-billion-a-year industry, asked for strawberry shortcake to be a dessert. “The whole thing was I didn’t vote against the Key lime pie. I voted to make the strawberry shortcake a dessert in the state of Florida. And Key lime pie is still the pie of the state of Florida,” Mooney said. “Of course Key lime is still the best dessert on the menu.” During the session, the Conch Republic Key Lime Pie Council sent out a petition on change.org that urged the legislature to declare strawberry shortcake as the state’s official cake and Key lime pie the official pie. It garnered 7,131 votes. “Together they can share the limelight as Florida’s official desserts,” read a proposed resolution by Key West’s David Sloan, Paul Menta and Sam Kaufman. A staple within the Keys dining scene and throughout the Florida dessert menu, the pie still holds the title as the state’s official pie. Mooney added that he’s more concerned about rising insurance rates and other matters that are affecting the lives of Monroe County residents. “I try to stay focused on what matters to the constituents, not the media,” he said. “What matters to constituents is insurance rates are blowing up. In Monroe County, what matters is 2023. And she doesn’t have answers for that.”

Mooney and Rebman Lopez are vying for the Republican nod heading into the November general election. Mooney, Rebman Lopez and Alexandria Suarez, who’s running for a school board seat against Sue Woltanski this year, competed in a fiery 2020 primary that saw attack mailers and text messages. Mooney edged out Rebman Lopez by 148 votes to win the primary. He went on to defeat Democrat Clint Barras in the November 2020 election. Monetary campaign contributions to Rebman Lopez total $52,685, while Mooney’s campaign has $157,493.20. They’re joined by Big Pine resident Robert Allen, who filed last December. Contributions to his campaign total $150. Mooney is endorsed by several Republican leaders in Tallahassee. They include Paul Renner, incoming speaker of the Florida House; Danny Perez, speaker of the House in 2024; and Sam Garrison, speaker of the House in 2026. “Certainly, having the speaker of the house and house Republican leadership behind me says a lot,” he said. “That means a lot to me and it should mean a lot to the people of the district who understand that politics are not cut and dry. It’s not always an easy path. At the end of the day, there’s a reason why leadership endorsed me. It's because I do a good job representing my district.” Rebman Lopez, who announced her run on April 4, has secured an endorsement from the Republican Liberty Caucus of Florida. She said she continues to listen to the district’s needs and intends on delivering on those needs if elected. “Homestead and Redland got shafted badly. Some of our largest farms in the country are in Redland,” she said. “Ninety percent of farming in winter comes out of South Florida. Homestead is the largest city in District 120.” Lawyer and Big Coppitt resident Adam Gentle and Cutler Bay resident Daniel Horton-Diaz are vying for the Democratic nod. Primaries are set for Aug. 23.

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Sierra Hobbs, Peggy Guidotti and QMitch in the 2018 play, ‘A Streetcar Named Desiree.’ JOHNNY WHITE/Contributed

arlier this month, The Studios of Key West sent out a challenge to the island’s creative folk: to come together to write, rehearse and create backdrops for four brand-new 10-minute plays — in just 24 hours. The result, “One Night Stand,” unfolds before a live audience on Saturday, June 25, with shows at 7 and 9 p.m. at The Studios. Tickets are $35/$30 members, and are on sale now. “One Night Stand is an exciting event that encourages people to produce some of their best and brightest work,” said Gwen Filosa, who will emcee this year’s event. “I loved writing my first play in 2016 and watching the cast and crew bring it to life. And it’s just fun.” The night before the show, the surprise elements are revealed: a secret line and prop, which playwrights must work into each brand new script. But that’s where the similarities end. “You really have no idea what you’re going to get till the curtain goes up,” said Elena Devers, deputy director. “We’ve

had comedies, musicals and tragedies, and plays that take place everywhere from Mars to the set of Wheel of Fortune.” Working from headshots of actors they’ve pulled at random, playwrights work overnight to create a brand new 10-minute play. Four freshly penned scripts are delivered to The Studios’ office by dawn the next morning. On Saturday morning, the actors, directors, artists, stagehands and volunteers pick up the creative baton. They spend the day memorizing lines, rehearsing plays, creating sets and making or finding props and costumes. The results are always surprising. When the curtain rises, actors rely on imagination, coffee and in a pinch, a lot of improv to wow the audience. For more information or to buy tickets, contact The Studios of Key West at 305-296-0458 or info@tskw.org. Tickets can also be purchased at The Studios’ box office at 533 Eaton St. — Contributed

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question must be asked before it can be answered. Answers aren’t always easy or obvious, but the nonprofit group Queer Keys, which launched in August 2021, wants teens to have the courage to ask questions, about themselves and the world around them. Chris McNulty (who also writes Keys Weekly’s horoscopes) and Janiece Rodriguez created Queer Keys “really as the youth program component for our overall goal of a fully resourced LBGTQ+ center in Key West,” McNulty said. “But we started with youth aged 12 to 18.” Queer Keys is a weekly, evening drop-in center, where kids of all identifies, orientation and preferences can be themselves, said Rodriguez, a trans woman who wants to see more trans health care available in Key West. But wait, isn’t the term “queer” derogatory, you ask. “It wasn’t until the late ’80s that the LGBTQIA+ community adopted the term ‘queer’ as a form of pride. I like to think that my queer identity is me saying: ‘You thought you were insulting me, but this is actually something I love about myself,’” health expert Elise Schuste said in a May 2022 article in Cosmopolitan magazine. McNulty and Rodriguez maintain that despite its reputation as a gay tourist destination, Key West is lacking resources for the local queer population, youth and otherwise, Reda Wigle wrote in the Keys Weekly in October 2021. “McNulty, who relocated pre-pandemic from Cleveland, where he served as the community engagement coordinator at the city’s LGBT Community Center, was surprised to learn Key West did not offer similar programming. ‘I was shocked. Key West is gay friendly but it’s not LGBTQIA+ friendly,’” Wigle writes. “Rodriguez, who moved to Key West from Miami in 2019, was similarly dismayed by the island’s lack of services and support. ‘When I got here, I got the LGBT resource book and I started calling the list of health care providers. I was uninsured and looking for mental health work and hormone therapy and no one provides that.’” The group had been meeting weekly at the Key West United Methodist Church, but is taking the summer off, McNulty said, as attendance drops in the summertime. “We also want to regroup and find a new meeting space,” he said.

Janiece Rodriguez and Chris McNulty founded Queer Keys in August 2021 as the youth component of their broader mission, which is to create an LGBTQ community, resource and health center in Key West. CONTRIBUTED

Participants are encouraged to use whatever name and gender pronouns they prefer, regardless of what they use at home or in school, Rodriguez said, adding that a certified mental health counselor is also on hand at the meetings, “due to the prevalence of mental health issues in the gay, queer and questioning community.” The leaders always want someone there who’s equipped to identify and handle red flags among the sensitive adolescents. “The kids now feel that they have each other,” McNulty added. “Most of our participants have been kids who were assigned female at birth, but are now questioning, but really all kids are welcome.” Queer Keys has relevant group discussions and activities, including movie nights, tie-dying shirts, yoga classes and art projects. “We’ve also had the health department come in and talk for Youth HIV/ AIDS Awareness Day, since they’re not allowed to do anything about it in public schools,” Rodriguez said. “Youth outreach is only the beginning of what Rodriguez and McNulty envision,” Wigle wrote. “‘Our goal is to have a fully programmed LGBT Center with senior programming, trans wellness programming, education, legal resources, training for businesses, a clothing closet, everything. But you have to start somewhere. We started the youth group because those are the people that need help.’” QUEER KEYS COMING OUT PARTY 5-8 p.m. Sunday, June 26 Key West Theater 512 Eaton St. Tickets $40 at thekeywesttheater.com or call 305-985-0433.

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ne hour a week makes a huge difference, and volunteers are always welcome every Friday and some Saturday mornings, from 8 to 9 a.m., when teams clean up a designated area of the island. A troubling number of cigarette butts and plastic bags have been included in recent hauls. Please remember your reusable bags when shopping so we can keep the plastic off the streets, parking lots and most importantly out of the water. And dispose of cigarette butts in any receptacle rather than the street or sidewalk, as from there, they easily end up in the ocean. The city of Key West and its residents ask everyone to do their part to help keep Key West beautiful. With simple steps like making sure you bag your trash before putting it in your Waste Management trash cans or Dumpsters, and making sure the lids on Dumpsters are closed, will keep a lot of trash from blowing into the streets. Please pick up around your home or apartment complex. Every piece of trash picked up

is one less that may end up in the ocean that surrounds and sustains our island community. It is not just the large items you can see easily when you are walking, but the smaller items such as bottle caps and cigarette butts that are collected by the volunteers that make the biggest difference. All are invited to join the Friday morning cleanups from 8 to 9 a.m. Parking is provided and all volunteers receive a parking pass when needed for metered or residential parking spots. See the calendar here for Friday cleanup locations. Call Dorian Patton at City Hall with any questions at 305-8093782. Here are June cleanups; all events are 8 to 9 a.m.: Friday, June 10: North Roosevelt and 5th Street, meet in Gulf Atlantic parking lot. Saturday, June 11: Bahama Village Cleanup, meet at Frederick Douglass Gym. Friday, June 17: Flagler and George streets. Friday, June 24: Duval and Eaton streets. — Dorian Patton, city of Key West

ine Key West High School teachers recently received a total of $65,000 from the David Wolkowsky 2022 Teachers of Merit awards. The annual awards have been distributed for more than 20 years by the Community Foundation of the Florida Keys on behalf of late Key West philanthropist and businessman David Wolkowsky, who once owned The Pier House Resort. The recipients are selected by the administration at Key West schools. The 2022 Teacher of the Year is Elizabeth Ford, who received $25,000. Eight other Teachers of Merit each received $5,000: Jennifer Bassett, student services; Tami Dannacker, exceptional student education; Shannon Duffy, science; Gary Hernandez, humanities; Neda Jackson, math; Dina Kinnune, reading; Nora Laubenstein, social studies; Kelly Roberts, English. “On behalf of the entire Key West High School family, I would like to thank the David Wolkowsky Teachers of Merit awards fund,” said Larry Schmiegel, KWHS principal. “Our deserving awardees all demonstrated a strong commitment to re-engaging all students this school year as we returned from virtual learning. Their collective effort allowed us to significantly reduce the number of at-risk students while increasing our graduation rate.” Attorney Joseph Lipsky, Wolkowsky’s grand-nephew, presented the checks to the teachers. “David Wolkowsky was a visionary who helped create Key West into

the eclectic and vibrant community it is today. David valued education and wanted to recognize those hard-working and dedicated teachers who are often overlooked and underappreciated. I take great pleasure in being associated with the continuation of David’s gift to the community he loved,” Lipsky said. In addition to the Wolkowsky awards, Lauren Albury received $1,000 as the 2022 recipient of the annual Harry and Linda Bryant Award. Albury was selected for her leadership in bringing back the school’s fashion design program and for producing a successful fashion show. Her students will be helping her design and create her own wedding dress. Tampa area resident Liz Wooten-Reschke is a graduate of Key West High School and created the Harry and Linda Bryant Fund at the Community Foundation in 2020 in memory of her late parents, who lived and worked in, volunteered and financially supported the Keys for more than 40 years. Liz’s mother was a long-time English teacher at Key West High School. “My parents gave countless hours, dollars and support to the Key West community,” she said. “It seems only fitting to honor their memory and their commitment by investing in educators at Key West High School.” To learn more about creating a Community Foundation fund to honor a family member or loved one, visit cffk.org or call 305-2921502. — Contributed

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or the first time in three years, teams from Monroe County were able to participate in the Florida Special Olympics State Games at the Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando. A delegation of 65 athletes, unified partners, coaches and chaperones, departed Key West on May 19 for the competition.

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• Property tax bills for the first installment of 2022 were mailed out and are due by June 30. If the first installment is not paid by July 31, then you will be removed from the plan. • Delinquent tangible taxes for 2021 must be paid by June 30 or a warrant will become effective on July 1. • Local business tax renewals will be mailed out at the end of June for the 2023 business cycle. • As a reminder, online rental platforms (Airbnb, VRBO, etc.) DO NOT remit the 5% tourist development tax to our office. It is the homeowner’s responsibility to ensure the tax has been remitted.

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hile the fifth annual COAST Is Clear Music & Arts Festival — a locally-produced, hurricane-season-ending cultural celebration — is still six months out, the hype for the event has just made landfall as Keys locals batten down the hatches and face the stormy summer season ahead. Locals also can beat the online masses when it comes to ticket sales for the event. At 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 11, for one day only, local residents can buy early-bird tickets in person at The COAST Outpost, 803 Whitehead St. The December festival’s weekend-long program builds on last year’s major success at Fort East Martello, with four days and nights of music at iconic venues across the island, featuring acclaimed bands in the Americana and indie folk rock scene. Shakey Graves of Austin, Texas — a top-of-bill mainstay at major festivals from coast to coast — headlines the lineup with help from the New Orleans-based musical institution Preservation Hall Jazz Band, as well as Hiss Golden Messenger, Fruit Bats, Grammy-nominated folk trio Bonny Light Horseman, festival veteran Langhorne Slim, Americana up-and-comers Neal Francis and Katie Pruitt and more. “With the caliber of bands that we somehow managed to land this year, coupled with the excitement and attention we’ve received since last year’s big success, I’ve been a little nervous that locals — who tend to buy tickets late — might miss the boat completely this year,” said festival founder Billy Kearins of Coast Projects. “So we decided to offer the old throwback retail model of waiting in line for tickets to ensure our local fans will be in attendance come showtime. We then took the extra step of offering the passes at a discounted price to further reinforce our commitment to this being a locally produced, supported and attended event.” This year’s celebration kicks off on Thursday, Dec. 1 with intimate, ticketed events that night and

any of our readers often ask, “Why are your Top 10s so belligerent and mean-spirited?” And we always reply with the same answer, “Our editors are the type of people who pull for the bad guys in movies.” With this in mind, and to appease our softhearted followers, we found 10 offbeat headlines from around the country that do not mention oil prices, guns, Johnny Depp, the stock market or monkeypox. So here are …

HEADLINES IN THE U.S. THIS WEEK 10. CNN: “New EU rule will require all phones and electronics to use a standard charger.” Translation: The average family will save five hours per week looking for specific phone and tablet chargers.

Americana musician Shakey Graves of Austin, Texas headlines this year’s Coast is Clear Music & Arts Festival Dec. 1-4. MAGEN BUSE/Contributed

Friday at yet-to-be disclosed venues in Old Town. Saturday and Sunday’s sets will take place primarily at the Parade Grounds at Fort East Martello with late-night encores at downtown locales. Saturday’s Locals-Only Ticket Pre-Sale at COAST on Whitehead Street will offer a variety of festival pass packages at discounted prices for those who show up in person to purchase. There is a cap on the number of tickets that can be sold at this price, so arriving early is encouraged. The ticket booth will open promptly at 10 a.m. For full details on the festival, including artist profiles, footage from last year, ticket package details, sponsorship opportunities,and more, visit coastisclearfest.com and stay tuned on Instagram @coastisclearfest. The COAST Is Clear Music & Arts Festival was founded in 2017 by Coast Projects to celebrate the official end of the Atlantic hurricane season through art and music. It is still produced locally in Key West through a partnership with Key West Art & Historical Society. All ticket purchases directly support KWAHS and other partnering local charities. — Contributed

9. Fox 5 New York: “Pro-choice activists strip during Joel Osteen service.” Translation: “If you buy luxury jets with tax-exempt status, you should, at least, liven up the Sunday worship service.” 8. The Wall Street Journal: “How David Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust Redefined Stardom.” Translation: David Bowie was cool then and now. One can never read enough about the coolness of David Bowie. 7. CNN: “Tumors just vanished — cancer patients now in remission after drug trial.” Translation: None needed. Please let this be real. 6. Essay in The Atlantic: “Why is Dad so Mad?” Translation: This is actually a great read, but it also reminds dads everywhere that you’re not the only grumpy father out there, while examining the joys and perils of fatherhood. 5. CBS News: “Proud Boys leader charged with conspiracy.” Translation: It’s all fun and games to peddle racism and hate while playing dressup with military fatigues you bought from the local Army

surplus store … until you are held accountable for being a miserable douche. 4. Fox News: “No apology. Kid Rock tells Tucker Carlson he stands by drunken rant attacking Oprah Winfrey.” Translation: Nothing could be more Fox News than Kid Rock talking it up with Tucker Carlson about not apologizing for a drunken rant against a prominent African American woman in America. 3. The Daily Beast: “Trump Staffer Told Fake Electors to Operate in ‘Complete Secrecy’: Email.” Translation: Both sides are always looking for smoking guns. Well, the televised Jan. 6 coverage will be littered with them, but we doubt everyone will be watching. 2. The U.S. Sun: “Tiger Woods turned down $1B to join Saudibased LIV Golf series.” Translation: The myth that “everyone has a price” just got debunked … or, we at least know that Tiger’s integrity costs more than a billion dollars. Dustin Johnson, not so much. 1. CNN: “Ted Lasso will end with Season 3. But that was always the plan.” Translation: Sadly, it will be the end of a refreshingly positive comedy on Apple TV+. However, it is a wonderful reminder that we are about to get another dose of Jason Sudeikis for a final season of streaming perfection.

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olphin Research Center’s newest flippered addition is in need of a few helping hands. Thankfully, she has dozens waiting in line. When DRC staff came to work on the morning of May 31, they were treated to a small miracle in their lagoons: expecting 15-year-old mother Gypsi had given birth to a baby girl overnight. Though they were overjoyed to finally lay eyes on the calf they had waited a year to meet, their initial reactions were tempered by immediate challenges. As is quite common for first-time dolphin mothers, Gypsi seemed confused as to how to best care for her youngling. The mother and daughter shared a lagoon for a short time with Gypsi’s own 48-year-old mother Tursi, who attempted to guide the calf but was unable to nurse it with the nutrient-rich milk that only her mother could provide. In an effort to provide the infant with the nutrition and supervision she needed, DRC’s animal care experts elected to move the calf to the facility’s medical pool, a separate habitat that would allow her to be more easily supervised and bottle fed around the clock. Since the move, the little one has had an endless rotation of animal care staff swimming by her side nearly 24 hours a day, including three-person, three-hour overnight shifts every night – even through last weekend’s tropical storm. Though she’ll venture off on her own at times, her comfort zone is what’s known as the echelon position – swimming slightly beneath the lower body of her caretaker, just as she would ordinarily do with her mother. Early on, she even allowed trainers to “surf” her, laying on their chests for an easy ride around the surface of her pool. And when she’s tired, she simply cruises into her trainers’ arms and falls asleep for a quick nap. Nutrition for the calf is one of the team’s main focuses, and though the little one’s mother is not physically present in the pool, Gypsi has pulled her weight in a different capacity. Some may be surprised to learn that as mammals, baby dolphins drink milk from their mothers by curling their specially-designed tongues to create a watertight seal around the nipple in the mother’s mammary slit.

After months of prep work with her trainers leading up to the birth, Gypsi has learned to voluntarily allow the team to extract milk from her mammary glands using gentle suction from a specially-designed dolphin equivalent of a breast pump. Using a combination of this milk and a special infant formula developed by SeaWorld, the baby receives nutrition through a bottle or small tube every 90 minutes, allowing her to take in the necessary fatty calories while still reaping the immune system benefits from her own mother’s milk. At just 30 pounds, weight gain over her first few weeks and months will prove critical for the youngling. Though DRC’s staff has thrown every possible medical advantage at the baby dolphin and remains cautiously optimistic, the little one remains in a guarded condition through such a vulnerable period of life. Dolphins experience high mortality rates through the first year in both wild and human care settings, and first-time pregnancies are always considered high risk. Some studies of dolphin life expectancies exclude animals that don’t make it through their first year. DRC’s veterinary and animal care teams will continue to give the baby her best chance to thrive – a chance she more than likely would not have been afforded in the wild. The center has proven extremely successful in raising dozens of dolphin calves in the past, but the present situation is admittedly a first, even for them. Thankfully, the team can rely on the experience of staff veterinarian Dr. Scott Gearhart, who has successfully raised neonates in his prior career at SeaWorld. The crew has listened to advice from other facilities that faced similar challenges, and has been more than happy to share its experiences with other organizations to add to the ever-growing knowledge base for newborn cetacean care. According to CEO Rita Irwin, every day with the calf brings a need for constant reassessment, as caretakers work to ensure comfort and efficiency for both Gypsi and her calf during milk collections and bottle feedings. Over the course of this interview, animal care staff elected to increase the frequency of the day’s feedings in order to help the baby pack on some pounds. The team leaves no stone unturned, experimenting with all aspects of her care – right down to, for example, the shape and rigidity of the nipple on her bottle.

Gypsi’s calf uses her specialized tongue to latch on for a bottle feeding of her mother’s milk. DOLPHIN RESEARCH CENTER/Contributed

With no readily available “cetacean bottle” on the shelves of animal care suppliers, DRC’s crew currently uses a version originally designed for bottle-feeding lambs. Providing just the right length and balance between flexibility and rigidity, the design allows the calf to securely latch on and drink without collapsing the nipple with her surprisingly strong tongue. Adding round-the-clock care for the little one to the daily operations of a large facility has understandably left the staff exhausted. With at least two months to go until the baby can eat solid food, the crew knows they’re in for the long haul. And yet, each one of them can’t help but smile as they move through a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hand-raise the infant. Getting staff to volunteer for shifts at all hours of the day and night isn’t a problem. But telling them to leave a baby dolphin and get some rest? That’s another story. And according to Irwin, she’d expect nothing less. “It’s DRC at its finest,” she said. “If we could use every staff member, every single person would volunteer to be in here and help her. We say we’re a family, and when families have someone who needs urgent care, we all rally.” For updates on the calf and donation opportunities to support Dolphin Research Center’s ongoing efforts, follow the facility’s Facebook page or visit www.dolphins.org.

After hours of swimming, the baby parks herself in Erica Wisniewski’s arms for a quick nap. ALEX RICKERT/ Keys Weekly

KEY WEST WEEKLY / JUNE 9, 2022 A juvenile yellow-crowned night-heron in Key West. MARK HEDDEN/Keys Weekly

TRYING TO SEE EYE TO EYE

he storm had just ended and it was as if someone had flipped a switch. The sky was blue, the wind was gone, the humidity felt a little vengeful. ... is a photograIt happened so quickly it apparently caught out pher, writer, and semi-professional the professional weatherpersons, so now they were birdwatcher. He standing in a puddle, in their matching blue profeshas lived in Key sional weatherperson costumes, in front of the only West for more than 25 years and 20-yard section of the Higgs Beach sea wall where there were any waves at all. may no longer be employable in It had to be pretty sweaty inside those zippedthe real world. He up raincoats and bib pants, but it no doubt made is also executive things look worse than they were on a TV screen and director of the Florida Keys Audu- stretched out the drama for their ratings. I took a walk out on the pier and saw a lot of bon Society. people doing the normal things – riding bikes, fishing, walking dogs, staring wistfully at the sea – and when I got back to my car the weatherpersons were gone, replaced by a group of happy 6-year-olds splashing in the same puddle. The only bird I’d seen was a magnificent frigatebird hanging motionless over West Martello like some kind of detached light fixture. It’s possible I’d seen a gull or a pigeon but just edited it out of my consciousness. Across the street, at the foot of the FAA tower, the grass was flooded and a mishmash of birds was trying to make up for whatever calories they’d missed during the storm – two dozen starling, a dozen cattle egrets, half-a-dozen white ibis, a snowy egret, a great egret, a grab bag of doves. Gray kingbirds made sorties off the barbed wire. Northern mockingbirds stood around and tried to yell at everyone. Seeking a little shade, I drove down to the swale just outside of Indigenous Park on Stevens Avenue. Most of the year it’s just a weedy little indent in the ground, but when the rains come, it tends to fill up and can occasionally attract a good bird or two. I thought maybe there was a chance for a teal or a spoonbill or something. I started to open the door but then stopped. There was a yellow-crowned night-heron standing stock still less than 10 feet from the car. Yellow-crowned night-herons are some of the more common birds in the backcountry, but you do see them around Key West occasionally, generally in places where the ground is soft and there’s a good bit of shade. Yellow-crowned night-herons are about a foot tall and have short necks, as herons go, and thicker, more solid-looking bills. They can be very striking in a muted color palette kind of way, a trim gray with a black head, a bold white slash under each eye, the nominate yellow crown, and, at the right time of year, long feathers that hang off the back of their head like tally ribbons on an old timey sailor’s cap. This one, though, was a juvenile, brown with flecks of gray and white in a pattern that made it look dull and tweedy. The bird was watching me, but not moving. It was hard to say if it wasn’t moving because it saw me or because it was just doing what it was going to do anyhow. Yellow-crowned night-herons are

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some of the lowest-energy hunters out there. People who have studied them showed that, while they hunt, they can spend more than three-quarters of their time in “stand and wait” mode, a fifth of their time “peering,” and the rest in “walk slow” mode. It works for them. They don’t dig the crabs or other crustaceans out of the mud. They find the appropriate habitat – usually within three meters of water – become part of the scenery and wait for their prey to move into their proximity. They are so good at this that when the closely related Bermuda night-heron went extinct – most likely due to heavy human inhabitation – Bermuda became so overrun with crabs that it was difficult to walk anywhere without crunching on crustaceans. They had to import yellow-crowned night-herons to restore the ecological balance. Adult yellow-crowns have red eyes, but this juvenile’s were more of an amber-orange, which jibed with the earthy tones of its plumage. And I was curious what that eye led it to comprehend. Cars can work as blinds. The birds no doubt see you, but they often don’t consider you a threat until you open the door. Sight is a bird’s strongest sense. Their eyes are the largest, proportional to body size, of any land vertebrate. And whereas human eyes tend to have about 200,000 receptors per millimeter, birds can have between 400,000 and 1 million per millimeter. And their brains are built to process that information quickly. Also, where humans have eyes on the front of their head and typically have about a 120-degree visual field, birds’ eyes are generally on the sides of their heads, and can have a much wider field of view. (The American woodcock has a full 360-degree field of vision.) My optical standoff with the yellow-crown lasted a few minutes. Then the bird seemed to make a decision. It silently turned and without fanfare shifted from stand-and-wait mode to walkslow mode. I thought it brave to turn its back on me like that, especially as it was declining to hurry. But then I lifted my camera to take a few shots, and through the long lens could see the nightheron wasn’t fully 90 degrees facing away from me, but about 85 degrees. And I could see the broad convex arc of its eye curving out from the side of its head. Meaning it could still see me. I waited until he stepped behind a rock and the visual link between us was broken, then I put the car into gear and slowly drove on.

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ey West’s Pride celebration, organized by the Key West Business Guild drenched the island in color from June 1-5. Although a storm named Alex was not on the guest list, it left town in time for the island’s colorful parade on June 5, but left a canceled Saturday street fair in its wake. Pride Follies variety show at Key West Theater provided an early start to the celebration with comedians, singers, drag queens and dancers. The Island House Resort hosted its annual Pride kickoff, welcoming women for one evening a year to the all-male resort.

The celebration included boat trips, drag shows, pool parties and culinary events, and culminated with the annual Pride parade that packed Duval Street with people from all walks of life. The Southernmost City recently was ranked No. 2 in the nation for Pride destinations, according to a survey by Vacasa vacation rental company. Portland, Oregon ranked No. 1, followed by Key West, San Diego, Provincetown and New Orleans. — Mandy Miles

6 LARRY BLACKBURN/Keys Weekly 1. Volunteers hoist a giant section of Key West’s famous sea-to-sea rainbow flag that stretched the length of Duval Street in 2003. 2. City Commissioner Clayton Lopez, a Democrat, and County Commissioner Craig Cates, a Republican, share a Pride ride. ERIKA BIDDLE/Contributed 3. Drink in the pride at Island House. 4. Key West Pride on parade. 5. The Key West Police Department shows its pride with colorful cars.

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SPORTS & MORE MAY WE PLEASE HAVE A NO. 1 TENNIS PLAYER?

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oco Gauff is a talented tennis ... a veteran sports player, but columnist, says she’s not No. 1. Iga the only sport Swiatek is. he doesn’t follow is cricket. That Gauff, ranked leaves plenty 23, is from the of others to fill United States. his time. Swiatek is from ralphmoro1936 Poland. On Satur@gmail.com day, June 4, in the finals of this year’s French Open, Swiatek crushed, demolished and destroyed Gauff, 6-1, 6-3, for her second women’s singles title in three years. It was over in one hour and three minutes. TV commentator John McEnroe said Swiatek “overwhelmed” Gauff. That was about it, too. Both young women cried when it was over. So did announcer Mary Carillo. It was that kind of an emotional match at Court Philippe-Chatrier in Paris. I thought both competitors reacted remarkably well, though. Gauff was never in it. It was 4-0 before she won her first and only game of the first set. In the second set, Gauff started out well, breaking Swiatek’s serve in the second game to go up 2-0, but it was soon 5-2 Swiatek and then 5-3, before Swiatek wrapped it up. Swiatek immediately ran up into the stands to hug her father. Swiatek, the Pole, spoke in perfect English, as she thanked her team, her dad, her sister at home, her opponent (“You’ll be here,” she told Gauff), the officials, the fans; she tried but couldn’t think of the name of her sponsor, she thanked her God, and then said, ”the people of Ukraine, stay strong.” So, we didn’t have Serena or Venus Williams there after having become accustomed to having one of the Williams sisters in contention. I know, we’ve been spoiled. Of course, Swiatek had a little help when Ashleigh Barty of Australia, who had been No. 1, retired in the past year. That left the top spot for Swiatek. And on Saturday, she proved she deserved it. Less than 24 hours later, the U.S. had another chance at No. 1 when the all-USA team of Gauff and Jessica Pegula faced

an unranked French team for the women’s doubles championship. But the French rallied to win, 2-6, 6-3, 6-3. In men’s singles, Spaniard Rafael Nadal took his 14th French and 22nd overall grand slam title, defeating Norwegian Casper Ruud, 6-3, 6-3, 6-0. We are used to seeing Nadal there and we saw him win big-time. Nadal took his victory fairly calmly, but he did hug it up with the ball kids. Otherwise, it was business as usual. 22? Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic have 20. I’d say that’s too close for comfort. Nadal may think that way, too. “I don’t know what can happen in the future,” Nadal told the crowd. “I will keep fighting to try to keep going. For me it is incredible to play here with amazing support from you to me.” We, meaning the United States, did have other chances at a French title, but those went awry, too. In mixed doubles, two non-U.S. citizens faced two other non-U.S. citizens. In men’s doubles, Austin Krajicek of Tampa and Martin Dodig competed, but lost to Marcelo Arevaco and Jean-Jo Rojer, 6-7, 7-6, 6-3. There was another championship on the weekend: The Thursday-Sunday U.S. Open women’s golf championship at Pine Needles in North Carolina. By the second hole on Sunday, Minjee Lee was at 15 under par, five strokes better than Mina Harigae and seven over Lydia Ko. By the end of what was actually an exciting final day, the margin between Lee and Harigae had dropped from five to four when Lee bogeyed the 18th hole. Lee is from Australia and earned $1.8 million, a new figure for the Open. Harigae is from the United States and earned a little more than $1 million. Not bad for four days of work, but Harigae did not win and is not No. 1. Of the top 10 (who all qualify for next year’s tournament at Pebble Beach, California), only three were from the U.S. Those are Harigae, Nelly Korda and Megan Khang. Raise your child to play tennis or golf. There’s a lot of money in it.

SAVE THE DATE LETTER TO THE EDITOR

SINGLE-DISTRICT VOTING TAKES POWER FROM VOTERS Dear Editor, As a former county commissioner, I am shocked by the petition being circulated to restrict county residents’ ability to cast a vote for all our county commissioners in the future. This leaves all residents with four fewer votes (out of five) for the county commissioners, concentrating the focus of the commissioners and their public service and attention away from their districts and on the next countywide vote for “mayor” of the Keys. From personal experience I can say that running at-large for the Monroe County commission and then serving the entire county was, to say the least, eye-opening, as I discovered that people throughout the Keys districts had different viewpoints, different problems but sensible solutions; and fair play solved many issues and served the communities well. Politics on a five-member board can be contentious; however, nearly all situations and explorations of the problems facing the county bring out the best in the commission and if one particular commissioner does not perform or pay attention, then four years later the voters usually turn them out. Please do not sign the petition to vote on this change in the way we elect our county commissioners. Keep our county strong and maintain leadership with diverse ideas and input. Sincerely, Edwin O. Swift IV Key West

Saturday, June 11 • March for Our Lives rally for responsible gun laws, 10 a.m. to noon at Bayview Park in Key West. Sunday, June 12 • Florida Keys Healthy Start Coalition offers a virtual childbirth class from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Register at keyshealthystart.org or call 305-2938424. June 15-19 • I Love Stock Island Festival features culinary events, gallery strolls and history tours. Visit ilovestockisland.org for information and schedule. Thursday, June 16 • Wesley House Family Services begins an eight-week training course for prospective foster parents, 6 to 9 p.m. at the Key Largo Wesley House Office, 99451 Overseas Hwy, above the First Horizon Bank. Contact Megan Burgess at 305-809-5000. Friday, June 17 • Lower Keys Veterans and Public Strategic Planning Town Hall, 11 a.m. at Harvey Government Center, Key West Saturday, June 18 • Florida Keys Healthy Start Coalition offers a virtual breastfeeding class from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Register at keyshealthystart.org/educational-classesregistration or call 305-293-8424. • Monroe County Master Gardeners host free plant clinic, 9 a.m. to noon at Key West Botanical Garden Nursery, 5210 College Rd, Stock Island. • The Key West Harry S. Truman Foundation welcomes locals and visitors of all ages to Truman’s Tropical Fruit Festival, 9 a.m. to noon on the grounds of the Harry S. Truman Little White House, 111 Front St., Key West. Sunday, June 26 • Queer Keys’ Coming Out Party and fundraiser for the Queer Keys Youth Program, featuring comedians and performers, 5 to 8 p.m. at Key West Theater, 512 Eaton St. Thursday, June 30 • Deadline to apply for two grants from the Florida Keys Council of the Arts. Applications are accepted online, and can be found at keysarts.com under the grants tab. Saturday, July 9 • Lower Keys Underwater Music Festival at Looe Key, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, visit lowerkeyschamber.com.

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safe harbor in a place that might be more comfortable in the interim than New York City. After a brief conversation in late May 2020, Nate made landfall in Key West just as the southbound blockade on U.S. 1 ended, bringing visitors back to the Florida Keys. It was supposed to be a weekend visit. But he never left. I happened to have an extra room at the house and we worked out another handshake deal. Soon, he was “Room Nate” to my kids, and with loads of time on our hands, we spent long, lazy days at the beach and late nights in semi-lucid states plotting our return to live music greatness. “Looking back on that time, it’s seriously hard to believe we got from there to here,” Nate says, staring through thick-framed vintage sunglasses with a sideways smile. “I’ve never felt so lost and found all at once. I was without the one thing that pretty much defined me, but in a place that felt entirely comfortable and beautiful despite the world around us unraveling.” He leaned back and skimmed a thin slab of coral rock into the aqua abyss, adding, “the more I got to know you — and the island — the more I began to understand not only the vision, but also the potential of COAST Is Clear. And I started to realize that even though I’d likely go back to a life that keeps me on the road for much of the year, it’d be ideal to have a good reason to continue calling Key West my home base.” That was last week. But we had made good on our handshake deal a year ago, just before Nate split town for his first post-pandemic tour with Dr. Dog in the spring of 2021. That’s when he eagerly hopped aboard as the COAST Is Clear production manager. And last December, his experience and expertise allowed us to confidently host Black Pumas, while his insight into the live-music industry machine has helped strengthen my nerve to continue booking bands that may have previously seemed too big or complex to handle on my own. And while our mid-afternoon day trips to the beach are fewer and further between these days, his mail still gets sent to the house, the kids still look forward to Room Nate’s returns home, and he’s found his long-term connection to Key West. So keep an eye out for Nate around town. And if you don’t spot him ahead of this year’s festival, then just look for the handsomest and hardest working guy on the scene during the first weekend of December.

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few times a year when the stars align and Nate rolls back into town, we’ll take a midday field trip to the beach to talk about life and the things that connect us. Mostly we’ll stare at the clouds with long periods of silence. Then a passing thought will swirl into the overexposed air above our thick heads of wild hair and we’ll get excited for a spell — a mix of past experience and near-future excitement swarms in the space between. Nate often goes into the details of his life on the road, tour managing huge bands on coast-to-coast, multi-month runs at venues I’ve only seen on social media. It’s a virtual backstage pass for this old timer who’s anchored in Key West, running a design studio while shuttling my two kids to school and baseball. I feel as if I’ve known Nathan Linegar forever. He’s a soft-spoken, old-soul type who’s actually 10 years my junior — but it’s only been a few years since we first met. The finer details of that origin story are blurry at best, but it starts with his arrival in Key West as the tour manager for Rayland Baxter during the 2019 COAST Is Clear Festival. It was a less-than-standard first meeting ahead of the weekend’s busy program. From there, let’s just say we had a lot of fun. There was some really good live music, too. And a handshake agreement — as the weekend fog lifted — to hang out again. Maybe even produce a show or two together. That was late 2019. A few months later, Nate’s life on the live music highway came to a screeching halt when the coronavirus shut down that industry. For someone who’d called the road home for the better part of the last decade, Nate was, essentially, homeless. His final road trip entailed driving a truck back from Chicago to Brooklyn, where he then spent a few months at an old crash pad with other musician industry friends like Liz Cooper. As the bleak reality of the pandemic made it clear that live music would likely be the last industry to rebound, Nate sought

Nate Linegar lives life on the road as a touring manager for bands, but has made Key West his home base as production manager for COAST is Clear. BILLY KEARINS/ Keys Weekly

A Long Walk On The Beach With… is a monthly feature conceived and written by Billy Kearins profiling local creative minds through free-form conversation during a trip to the beach.

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DESANTIS SLASHES $3 BILLION IN BUDGET KEYS FUNDING INTACT, BUT MOONEY’S FIRST RESPONDER PROGRAM CUT

KEYS HISTORY HAS BRIGHT FUTURE COREY MALCOM SUCCEEDS HAMBRIGHT AS LEAD HISTORIAN

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$112.1-billion budget approved by the Florida House and Senate earlier in the year was slashed some $3 billion by Gov. Ron DeSantis. While funding for the Keys remained in the budget, the governor slashed an appropriation sponsored by state Rep. Jim Mooney and approved by the legislature for a first responder behavioral intervention pilot program. On June 3, DeSantis signed a budget for the 2022-23 fiscal year totaling $109.9 billion. An $11.7-billion investment in highways and bridges, $800 million for teacher raises, $500 for Everglades restoration and more than $733 million to protect waters and prized properties were among items included in the budget. “Florida has preserved freedom and kept the economy open, which has enabled the state to outperform the nation in jobs, growth, and business formations,” DeSantis said. “Our commitment to freedom has paid off.” A $1 billion inflation fund to deal with cost increases for state contracts due to inflation was cut by the governor. In his veto message, DeSantis said the fund, House Bill 5011, could exacerbate inflation by promising more public sector funds to pay more for supplies of materials. “It also reduces the need for state agencies to make tough decisions with the funds already appropriated,” DeSantis wrote. Other items slashed were a 4,500-bed prison totaling $645 million, a new correctional hospital totaling $195 million, a new spring training facility for the Tampa Bay Rays totaling $25 million and $2.5 million for an

opioid prevention program through the Florida Alliance of Boys and Girls Clubs. A proposal for the purchase of two new aircraft totaling $31.3 million for use by more than 100 government officials throughout the year was also slashed by DeSantis. “This is an inadvisable expense, especially under current economic conditions,” he said. A smaller $750,000 appropriation request by Mooney sought to create a pilot project by equipping three sheriff’s offices with antidote equipment, training and access to telemedicine to help treat patients who present mental and behavioral health issues. Officers and deputies would get a simple, powerful tool to access clinicians to help de-escalate a situation or divert the person to more appropriate treatment options. Goals included creating safe communities, less taxpayer drainage due to fewer incarcerations and more productive and contributing citizens. “If the subject accepts, he/she will be immediately connected to a licensed clinician for immediate treatment. A clinician will then decide the next best course of action including best next steps,” the request read. Mooney said the legislation aimed to not only prevent a disaster or unnecessary death, but also to get people to the right treatment options instead of being locked behind bars. “The idea was to try and make things happen across the board in a smoother way,” he said. Roughly $51 million for Keys projects remained in the budget signed by DeSantis. Among the items included were $20 million for the Florida Keys Stewardship Act, $5 million for land acquisition and $20 million to replace aging water transmission lines.

The Florida Keys History Center at Key West Library is in the capable hands of Corey Malcom, the county’s lead historian following the retirement of historian Tom Hambright. CONTRIBUTED

hen long-time Monroe County Historian Tom Hambright retired earlier this year, the community wondered what would be next for the library’s essential and reliable Florida History department. Monroe County welcomes veteran Florida Keys historian Corey Malcom of Key West as lead historian in the Florida Keys History Center (FKHC). He will continue the tradition of stewardship, knowledge and understanding of the historical, cultural and ecological diversity of the Florida Keys. For more than 20 years, Malcom served as director of archaeology for the Mel Fisher Maritime Museum, where he participated in archaeology, research and exhibition of artifacts from shipwrecks, including the 1622 galleon Nuestra Señora de Atocha, the 1700 English slave ship Henrietta Marie and the 1827 pirate-slaver Guerrero. He was also instrumental in bringing the Key West African Cem-

etery on Higgs Beach and the story behind it to light. Malcom specialized in researching the maritime past of the Florida Keys and the Bahamas. “I’ll be at the museum until the end of June, but I will also remain on retainer there for consultation with exhibits and other projects,” Malcom told the Keys Weekly. He will join archivist Breana Sowers in the history department, where an enhanced FKHC will debut later this summer with refreshed walls and furniture. “Dr. Malcom is a worldclass historian,” said Hambright. “His work with Spanish shipwrecks and slave ships is phenomenal. I look forward to his successful tenure at the Florida Keys History Center.” “We welcome Dr. Malcom to the team,” said Kimberly Matthews, director of libraries. “With his prestigious background, passion for our community and exciting ideas for the future of the Florida Keys History Center, the sky’s the limit for what can be accomplished.” Malcom graduated from Indiana and Nova Southeastern universities and earned his doctorate from the University of Huddersfield for his historical and archaeological study of the wrecked 1564 galleon Santa Clara. Malcom is president of the Key West Maritime Historical Society and a member of the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary’s Advisory Council. Visit keyslibraries.org/fkhc for upcoming FKHC events and announcements. — Contributed

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Autism Society donates sensory boxes to KWPD Jill Campbell, president of the Autism Society of the Keys (ASK), recently donated 20 new autism boxes to the Key West Police Department to ensure that every police car is equipped with one. The boxes contain items aimed at de-escalating an interaction between an officer and an autistic individual during stressful situations. Autism, or autism spectrum disorder, refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of ReALIGNA located at 1014 White Street, Key West, FL 33040 intends to register said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida. By: Theory of Alignment, LLC, a Florida limited liability company Publish: June 9 & 16, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF SALE MONROE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE Notice of Sale of Surplus Vehicles The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office will be selling a number of surplus vehicles by sealed bids. All bids must be received by 10:00am on Wednesday June 22nd, 2022. The bids will be opened publicly on Wednesday at 10:30am on June 22nd, 2022. A list of vehicles to be sold may be viewed on our website; www. keysso.net. Bidding instructions and required bid forms are available on the website or can be picked up at the Sheriff’s Office Headquarters building 1st floor reception, or by contacting: Michael Cabot 305-293-7477 305-797-0115 Michael Griffin 305-292-6832 Monroe County Sheriff’s Office 5525 College Rd, Key West, Fl. 33040 The Property to be sold is open to the public for inspection at the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, Headquarters building at 5525 College Rd., Key West, Fl. 33040 15 – VEHICLES On the following dates and times: June 14th, 2022 9:00am – 11:00am June 16th, 2022 2:00pm – 4:00pm The Sheriff’s Office makes no representation or guarantee of mechanical condition. All sales are, as is, no warranty. All sales are final. Publish: June 9 & 16, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF SALE Best Lien Services Inc. located at: 7290 SW 41 St., Miami, FL 33155, will sell at a reserve public sale on July 5, 2022 at 9:00 am the following vehicles at said location to satisfy lien pursuant to Chapter 713.78 of the Florida statues: 2015 KIA UT KNDJX3A50F7134471 Location: G C Mechanical Services, 13333 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050 P#: 813-410-3698 Sum to redeem vehicle is: $10,913.05 Owner/Lienholder may inspect/ recover vehicle by contacting Best Lien Services, 7290 SW 41 St., Miami, FL 33155 (1-866-2999391) at least 1 week prior to the lien sale, all sales are with reserve 20% buyers premium. Publish: June 9, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE Florida Keys Council of the Arts Notice of Upcoming Meetings The Florida Keys Council of the Arts will hold the following meetings via Communications Media Technology using a ZOOM webinar platform. The access points to view the meeting or for members of the public to provide public input will be: JOIN ZOOM via the Zoom app and use each meeting ID and password listed. Meetings are open to the public, and all are invited to attend. Questions, or to RSVP, please email Liz Young at director@keysarts.com Art in Public Places Committee Meeting

LEGAL NOTICES Tues., June 14, 2022 04:00 PM Eastern Time Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 841 2889 6114 Passcode: 849899 Executive & Finance Committee Meeting Thurs., June 23, 2022 04:00 PM Eastern Time Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 816 9656 3797 Passcode: 625264 Publish: June 9, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE The District I Advisory Committee (DAC I) of the Monroe County Tourist Development Council will hold a regular meeting on Wednesday, June 29, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. via Communications Media Technology using a Zoom webinar platform. Pursuant to Executive Order No. 20-69, Monroe County Emergency Directive 20-06, and the Center for Disease Control (“CDC”) social-distancing guidelines established to contain the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the June 29, 2022 regular meeting of the District I Advisory Committee will be conducted via CMT, using a Zoom Webinar platform. If the Governor issues a subsequent order changing directives for Local Government Public Meetings, the Monroe County Tourist Development Council will provide updates on the County Website at MonroeCounty-FL.Gov. The access points to view the meeting or for members of the public to provide public comment will be: Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom. us/j/86157541534 Meeting ID: 861 5754 1534 One tap mobile +19292056099,, 86157541534# US (New York) +13017158592,, 86157541534# US (Washington DC) Please contact Maxine Pacini or Ammie Machan to submit written information or for additional information by writing MCTDC, 1201 White Street, Suite 102, Key West, FL 33040, by email at Pacini-Maxine@ monroecounty-fl.gov, or by calling (305)296-1552 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Documents must be received no later than Friday 5:00 P.M. on June 24, 2022. All District Advisory Committee Meetings of the Tourist Development Council Meetings are open to the public and one or more TDC Member or 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: June 9, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE The District II Advisory Committee (DAC II) of the Monroe County Tourist Development Council will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, June 28, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. via Communications Media Technology using a Zoom webinar platform. Pursuant to Executive Order No. 20-69, Monroe County Emergency Directive 20-06, and the Center for Disease

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Control (“CDC”) social-distancing guidelines established to contain the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the June 28, 2022 regular meeting of the District II Advisory Committee will be conducted via CMT, using a Zoom Webinar platform. If the Governor issues a subsequent order changing directives for Local Government Public Meetings, the Monroe County Tourist Development Council will provide updates on the County Website at MonroeCounty-FL.Gov. The access points to view the meeting or for members of the public to provide public comment will be: Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom. us/j/82192662856 Meeting ID: 821 9266 2856 One tap mobile +19292056099,, 82192662856# US (New York) +13017158592,, 82192662856# US (Washington DC) Please contact Maxine Pacini or Ammie Machan to submit written information or for additional information by writing MCTDC, 1201 White Street, Suite 102, Key West, FL 33040, by email at Pacini-Maxine@ monroecounty-fl.gov, or by calling (305)296-1552 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Documents must be received no later than Friday 5:00 P.M. on June 24, 2022. All District Advisory Committee Meetings of the Tourist Development Council Meetings are open to the public and one or more TDC Member or 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: June 9, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

written information or for additional information by writing MCTDC, 1201 White Street, Suite 102, Key West, FL 33040, by email at Pacini-Maxine@ monroecounty-fl.gov, or by calling (305)296-1552 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Documents must be received no later than Friday 5:00 P.M. on June 24, 2022. All District Advisory Committee Meetings of the Tourist Development Council Meetings are open to the public and one or more TDC Member or 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: June 9, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE The District III Advisory Committee (DAC III) of the Monroe County Tourist Development Council will hold a regular meeting on Wednesday, June 29, 2022 at 9:30 a.m. via Communications Media Technology using a Zoom webinar platform. Pursuant to Executive Order No. 20-69, Monroe County Emergency Directive 20-06, and the Center for Disease Control (“CDC”) social-distancing guidelines established to contain the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the June 29, 2022 meeting of the District III Advisory Committee will be conducted via CMT, using a Zoom Webinar platform. If the Governor issues a subsequent order changing directives for Local Government Public Meetings, the Monroe County Tourist Development Council will provide updates on the County Website at MonroeCounty-FL. Gov. The access points to view the meeting or for members of the public to provide public comment will be: Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom. us/j/81288454143 Meeting ID: 812 8845 4143 One tap mobile +19292056099,, 81288454143# US (New York) +13126266799,, 81288454143# US (Chicago) Please contact Maxine Pacini or Ammie Machan to submit

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE The District IV Advisory Committee (DAC IV) of the Monroe County Tourist Development Council will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, June 28, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. via Communications Media Technology using a Zoom webinar platform. Pursuant to Executive Order No. 20-69, Monroe County Emergency Directive 20-06, and the Center for Disease Control (“CDC”) social-distancing guidelines established to contain the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the June 28, 2022 meeting of the District IV Advisory Committee will be conducted via CMT, using a Zoom Webinar platform. If the Governor issues a subsequent order changing directives for Local Government Public Meetings, the Monroe County Tourist Development Council will provide updates on the County Website at MonroeCounty-FL. Gov. The access points to view the meeting or for members of the public to provide public comment will be: Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom. us/j/81062896292 Meeting ID: 810 6289 6292 One tap mobile +19292056099,, 81062896292# US (New York) +13017158592,, 81062896292# US (Washington DC) Please contact Maxine Pacini or Ammie Machan to submit written information or for additional information by writing MCTDC, 1201 White Street, Suite 102, Key West, FL 33040, by email at Pacini-Maxine@ monroecounty-fl.gov, or by calling (305)296-1552 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Documents must be received no later than Friday 5:00 P.M. on June 24, 2022. All District Advisory Committee Meetings of the Tourist Development Council Meetings are open to the public and one or more TDC Member or 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

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LEGAL NOTICES are hearing or voice impaired, call "711". Publish: June 9, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE The District V Advisory Committee (DAC V) of the Monroe County Tourist Development Council will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, June 28, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. via Communications Media Technology using a Zoom webinar platform. Pursuant to Executive Order No. 20-69, Monroe County Emergency Directive 20-06, and the Center for Disease Control (“CDC”) social-distancing guidelines established to contain the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the June 28, 2022 meeting of the District V Advisory Committee will be conducted via CMT, using a Zoom Webinar platform. If the Governor issues a subsequent order changing directives for Local Government Public Meetings, the Monroe County Tourist Development Council will provide updates on the County Website at MonroeCounty-FL. Gov. The access points to view the meeting or for members of the public to provide public comment will be: Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom. us/j/88119208125 Meeting ID: 881 1920 8125 One tap mobile +19292056099,, 88119208125# US (New York) +13126266799,, 88119208125# US (Chicago) Please contact Maxine Pacini or Ammie Machan to submit written information or for additional information by writing MCTDC, 1201 White Street, Suite 102, Key West, FL 33040, by email at Pacini-Maxine@ monroecounty-fl.gov, or by calling (305)296-1552 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Documents must be received no later than Friday 5:00 P.M. on June 24, 2022. All District Advisory Committee Meetings/workshops of the Tourist Development Council Meetings are open to the public and one or more TDC Member or 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: June 9, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers EARLY NOTICE FOR PUBLIC REVIEW of a Proposal to Support Activity in the 100-Year Floodplain and Wetland June 2, 2022 City of Marathon, Florida 9805 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050 305-289-5020 To: All Interested Agencies, Groups, and Individuals This is to give notice that the City of Marathon will be submitting an application to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection for their Resilient Grant Planning Program to complete the planning, design, permitting, and mitigation of rehabilitation and improvements to a critical property owned by the City, known as Coco Plum

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Beach. This property is located on Coco Plum Drive, Marathon. The purpose of this project is for planning and design to repair and redevelop this critical property to mitigate for flooding due to sea level rise, high tides, and storm events. In addition, the project will provide safety improvements and allow for stated uses. This notice is required by Section 2(a)(4) of Executive Order 11988 for Floodplain Management, and by Section 2(b) of Executive Order 11990 for the Protection of Wetlands and is implemented by HUD Regulations found at 24 CFR 55.20(b) for the HUD action that is within and/or affects a floodplain or wetland. Construction will be undertaken in the 100-year floodplain (and/or wetlands). The City of Marathon is interested in alternatives and public perceptions of possible adverse impacts that could result from the project as well as potential mitigation measures. The project locations are located within the City of Marathon, which is located in a floodplain area in its entirety. The project is being undertaken to mitigate against flooding from rising sea level, tides, and weather events. Written comments must be received by Maria Covelli, Grants Coordinator, at 9805 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050 on or before July 7, 2022. Comments may also be submitted by email at covellim@ ci.marathon.fl.us Additional information may be obtained by contacting: Maria Covelli, Grants Coordinator at 305-289-4109. John Bartus, City of Marathon Mayor Environmental Certifying Official Publish: June 9, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

La Ciudad de Marathon está interesada en las alternativas y percepciones públicas de los posibles impactos adversos que podrían resultar del proyecto, así como en las posibles medidas de mitigación. Las ubicaciones del proyecto se encuentran dentro de la Ciudad de Marathon, que se encuentra en un área de llanura de inundación en su totalidad. El proyecto se está llevando a cabo para mitigar las inundaciones causadas por el aumento del nivel del mar, las mareas y los fenómenos meteorológicos. Los comentarios por escrito deben ser recibidos por Maria Covelli, Coordinadora de Subvenciones, en 9805 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050 en o antes del 7 de julio de 2022. Los comentarios también se pueden enviar por correo electrónico a covellim@ci.marathon.fl.us Se puede obtener información adicional comunicándose con: Maria Covelli, Coordinadora de Subvenciones al 305-289-4109. John Bartus, alcalde de la ciudad de Marathon Oficial Certificador Ambiental Publish: June 9, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

EARLY NOTICE FOR PUBLIC REVIEW of a Proposal to Support Activity in the 100-Year Floodplain and Wetland June 2, 2022 City of Marathon, Florida 9805 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050 305-289-5020 To: All Interested Agencies, Groups, and Individuals This is to give notice that the City of Marathon will be submitting an application to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection for their Resilient Grant Planning Program to complete the planning, design, permitting, and mitigation of rehabilitation and improvements to a critical property owned by the City, known as The Quay. This property is situated on US 1 at MM 53.5 bayside. The purpose of this project is for planning and design to repair and redevelop this critical property to mitigate for flooding due to sea level rise, high tides, and storm events. In addition, the project will provide safety improvements and allow for recreational uses. This notice is required by Section 2(a)(4) of Executive Order 11988 for Floodplain Management, and by Section 2(b) of Executive Order 11990 for the Protection of Wetlands and is implemented by HUD Regulations found at 24 CFR 55.20(b) for the HUD action that is within and/or affects a floodplain or wetland. Construction will be undertaken in the 100-year floodplain (and/or wetlands). The City of Marathon is interested in alternatives and public perceptions of possible adverse impacts that could result from the project as well as potential mitigation measures. The project locations are located within the City of Marathon which is located in a floodplain area in its entirety. The project is being undertaken to mitigate against flooding from rising sea level, tides, and weather events. Written comments must be received by Maria Covelli, Grants Coordinator, at 9805 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050 on or before July 7, 2022. Comments may also be submitted by email at covellim@ ci.marathon.fl.us Additional information may be obtained by contacting: Maria Covelli, Grants Coordinator at 305-289-4109. John Bartus, City of Marathon Mayor

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an application to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection for their Resilient Grant Planning Program to complete the planning, design, permitting, and mitigation of rehabilitation and improvements to a critical property owned by the City, known as Marathon City Marina. This property is located at 800 35th Street, Marathon. The purpose of this project is for planning and design to repair and redevelop this critical property to mitigate for flooding due to sea level rise, high tides, and storm events. In addition, the project will provide safety improvements and allow for stated uses. This notice is required by Section 2(a)(4) of Executive Order 11988 for Floodplain Management, and by Section 2(b) of Executive Order 11990 for the Protection of Wetlands and is implemented by HUD Regulations found at 24 CFR 55.20(b) for the HUD action that is within and/or affects a floodplain or wetland. Construction will be undertaken in the 100-year floodplain (and/or wetlands). The City of Marathon is interested in alternatives and public perceptions of possible adverse impacts that could result from the project as well as potential mitigation measures. The project locations are located within the City of Marathon which is located in a floodplain area in its entirety. The project is being undertaken to mitigate against flooding from rising sea level, tides, and weather events. Written comments must be received by Maria Covelli, Grants Coordinator, at 9805 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050 on or before July 7, 2022. Comments may also be submitted by email at covellim@ ci.marathon.fl.us Additional information may be obtained by contacting: Maria Covelli, Grants Coordinator at 305-289-4109. John Bartus, City of Marathon Mayor Environmental Certifying Official Publish: June 9, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

Protección de humedales y se implementa por las Regulaciones de HUD que se encuentran en 24 CFR 55.20 (b) para la acción de HUD que se encuentra dentro y / o afecta a una llanura de inundación o humedal. La construcción se llevará a cabo en la llanura de inundación de 100 años (y / o humedales). La Ciudad de Marathon está interesada en las alternativas y percepciones públicas de los posibles impactos adversos que podrían resultar del proyecto, así como en las posibles medidas de mitigación. Las ubicaciones del proyecto se encuentran dentro de la Ciudad de Marathon, que se encuentra en un área de llanura de inundación en su totalidad. El proyecto se está llevando a cabo para mitigar las inundaciones causadas por el aumento del nivel del mar, las mareas y los fenómenos meteorológicos. Los comentarios por escrito deben ser recibidos por Maria Covelli, Coordinadora de Subvenciones, en 9805 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050 en o antes del 7 de julio de 2022. Los comentarios también se pueden enviar por correo electrónico a covellim@ci.marathon.fl.us Se puede obtener información adicional comunicándose con: Maria Covelli, Coordinadora de Subvenciones al 305-289-4109. John Bartus, alcalde de la ciudad de Marathon Oficial Certificador Ambiental Publish: June 9, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

EARLY NOTICE FOR PUBLIC REVIEW Aviso anticipado para la revisión pública de una propuesta de apoyo a la actividad en la llanura de inundación y el humedal de 100 años Junio 2, 2022 Ciudad de Marathon, Florida 9805 Overseas Hwy Marathon, FL 33050 305-289-5020 Para: Todas las agencias, grupos y individuos interesados Esto es para notificar que la Ciudad de Marathon presentará una solicitud al Departamento de Protección Ambiental de Florida para su Programa de Planificación de Subvenciones Resilientes para completar la planificación, diseño, permisos y mitigación de rehabilitación y mejoras a una propiedad crítica propiedad de la Ciudad, conocida como The Quay. Esta propiedad está situada en la US 1 en MM 53.5 bayside. El propósito de este proyecto es planificar y diseñar para reparar y desarrollar esta propiedad crítica para mitigar las inundaciones debido al aumento del nivel del mar, las mareas altas y los eventos de tormentas. Además, el proyecto proporcionará mejoras de seguridad y permitirá usos recreativos. Este aviso es requerido por la Sección 2 (a) (4) de la Orden Ejecutiva 11988 para el Manejo de Llanuras aluviales, y por la Sección 2 (b) de la Orden Ejecutiva 11990 para la Protección de humedales y se implementa por las Regulaciones de HUD que se encuentran en 24 CFR 55.20 (b) para la acción de HUD que se encuentra dentro y / o afecta a una llanura de inundación o humedal. La construcción se llevará a cabo en la llanura de inundación de 100 años (y / o humedales). La Ciudad de Marathon está interesada en las alternativas y percepciones públicas de los posibles impactos adversos que podrían resultar del proyecto, así como en las posibles medidas de mitigación. Las ubicaciones del proyecto se encuentran dentro de la Ciudad de Marathon, que se encuentra en un área de llanura de inundación en su totalidad. El proyecto se está llevando a cabo para mitigar las inundaciones causadas por el aumento del nivel del mar, las mareas y los fenómenos meteorológicos. Los comentarios por escrito deben ser recibidos por Maria Covelli, Coordinadora de Subvenciones, en 9805 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050 en o antes del 7 de julio de 2022. Los comentarios también se pueden enviar por correo electrónico a covellim@ci.marathon.fl.us Se puede obtener información adicional comunicándose con: Maria Covelli, Coordinadora de Subvenciones al 305-289-4109. John Bartus, alcalde de la ciudad de Marathon Oficial Certificador Ambiental Publish: June 9, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers EARLY NOTICE FOR PUBLIC REVIEW of a Proposal to Support Activity in the 100-Year Floodplain and Wetland June 2, 2022 City of Marathon, Florida 9805 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050 305-289-5020 To: All Interested Agencies, Groups, and Individuals This is to give notice that the City of Marathon will be submitting

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 44-2020-CA-44-K NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE BY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will on the 23rd day of June, 2022, at 11 o’clock a.m., at 500 Whitehead Street, Monroe County, in the City of Key West, Florida, offer for sale and sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for CASH the Following described property situated in Monroe County, Florida, to wit: Condominium Unit 503, Unit Week 24, of THE BANYAN TREE OF KEY WEST CONDOMINIUM, together with an undivided interest in the common elements, according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof, recorded in Official Records Book 988, Page 1510, as amended from time to time, of the Public Records of Monroe County, Florida. Pursuant to AMENDED ORDER ON PLAINTIFF’S MOTION TO RESET FORECLOSURE SALE DATE entered in a case pending in said Court, the 1ST day of JUNE, 2022. Style of which is: THE BANYAN TREE OF KEY WEST CONDOMINIUM AND OWNERS’ ASSOCIATION, INC., A FLORIDA CORPORATION Plaintiff vs. WILLIAM STAFFORD, ET. AL. Defendant And the Docket Number of which is 44-2020-CA-44-K (Count X; Unit 503, Week 24) WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 2ND day of JUNE, 2022. KEVIN MADOK, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Riza Hall Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming as interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale. Publish: June 9 & 16, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 44-2020-CA-45-K NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE BY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will on the 23RD day of June 2022 at 11 o’clock a.m., at 500 Whitehead Street, Monroe County, in the City of Key West, Florida, offer for sale and sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for CASH the Following described property situated in Monroe County, Florida, to wit: Week 31 in Condominium Parcel #603 of the Banyan Tree of Key West Condominium, as shown on Declaration of Condominium, as recorded on the Official Records Book 872, at Page 1654 of the Public Records of Monroe County, Florida. Pursuant to AMENDED ORDER ON PLAINTIFF’S MOTION TO RESET FORECLOSURE SALE entered in a case pending in said Court, the 1ST day of JUNE, 2022. Style of which is: THE BANYAN TREE OF KEY WEST CONDOMINIUM AND OWNERS’ ASSOCIATION, INC., A FLORIDA CORPORATION Plaintiff vs. WARFIELD M LEWIS, ET. AL. Defendant And the Docket Number of which is 44-2020-CA-45-K (Count II, Unit 603, Week 31) WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this

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2ND day of JUNE, 2022. KEVIN MADOK, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Riza Hall Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming as interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale. Publish: June 9 & 16, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

ON PLAINTIFF’S MOTION TO RESET FORECLOSURE SALE DATE entered in a case pending in said Court, the 1ST day of JUNE, 2022. Style of which is: THE BANYAN TREE OF KEY WEST CONDOMINIUM AND OWNERS’ ASSOCIATION, INC., A FLORIDA CORPORATION Plaintiff vs. WARFIELD M LEWIS, ET. AL. Defendant And the Docket Number of which is 44-2020-CA-45-K (Count IV; Unit 508, Week 24) WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 2ND day of JUNE, 2022. KEVIN MADOK, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Riza Hall Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming as interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale. Publish: June 9 & 16, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

Monroe County, in the City of Key West, Florida, offer for sale and sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for CASH the Following described property situated in Monroe County, Florida, to wit: An Undivided 1/416th interest as a tenant in common with other owners in the Resort Facility known as the Banyan Tree of Key West VI (1 Time Share Interest), according to the Time-Sharing Plan thereof, recorded in Official Records Book 1003, Pages 1806 through 1877, of the Public records of Monroe County, Florida (Plan). Together with the right to occupy, pursuant to the Plan, Unit 608, during Unit Week 34. Pursuant to AMENDED ORDER ON PLAINTIFF’S MOTION TO RESET FORECLOSURE SALE DATE entered in a case pending in said Court, the 1ST day of JUNE, 2022. Style of which is: THE BANYAN TREE OF KEY WEST CONDOMINIUM AND OWNERS’ ASSOCIATION, INC., A FLORIDA CORPORATION Plaintiff vs. WARFIELD M LEWIS, et al. Defendant And the Docket Number of which is 44-2020-CA-45-K (Count VI; Unit 608, Week 34) WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 2ND day of JUNE, 2022. KEVIN MADOK, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Riza Hall Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming as interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale. Publish: June 9 & 16, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 44-2020-CA-45-K NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE BY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will on the 23RD day of June, 2022 at 11 o’clock a.m., at 500 Whitehead Street, Monroe County, in the City of Key West, Florida, offer for sale and sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for CASH the Following described property situated in Monroe County, Florida, to wit: An undivided 1/260th interest as a tenant in common with other owners in the Resort Facility (1 Time Share Interest), according to the Time-Sharing Plan thereof, recorded in the Official Records Book 1088, Page 1018, of the Public Records of Monroe County, Florida (Plan). Together with the right to occupy, pursuant to Plan, Unit 803, during Unit Week 20. Pursuant to AMENDED ORDER ON PLAINTIFF’S MOTION TO RESET FORECLOSURE SALE DATE entered in a case pending in said Court, the 1ST day of JUNE, 2022. Style of which is: THE BANYAN TREE OF KEY WEST CONDOMINIUM AND OWNERS’ ASSOCIATION, INC., A FLORIDA CORPORATION Plaintiff vs. WARFIELD M LEWIS, ET. AL. Defendant And the Docket Number of which is 44-2020-CA-45-K (Count III; Unit 803, Week 20) WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 2ND day of JUNE, 2022. KEVIN MADOK, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Riza Hall Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming as interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale. Publish: June 9 & 16, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 44-2020-CA-45-K NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE BY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will on the 23RD day of June 2022 at 11 o’clock a.m., at 500 Whitehead Street, Monroe County, in the City of Key West, Florida, offer for sale and sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for CASH the Following described property situated in Monroe County, Florida, to wit: Condominium Unit No. 508 of Unit Week 24, of BANYAN TREE OF KEY WEST, CONDOMINIUM, together with an undivided interest in common elements, according to the Declaration thereof, as recorded in Official Records Book 988, at Page 1510, of the Public Records of MONROE County, Florida. Pursuant to AMENDED ORDER

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 44-2020-CA-45-K NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE BY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will on the 23RD day of June 2022 at 11 o’clock a.m., at 500 Whitehead Street, Monroe County, in the City of Key West, Florida, offer for sale and sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for CASH the Following described property situated in Monroe County, Florida, to wit: An Undivided 1/416th interest as a tenant in common with other owners in the Resort Facility (1 Time Share Interest), according to the Time-Sharing Plan thereof, recorded in Official Records Book 1003, Pages 1806 through 1877, of the Public records of Monroe County, Florida (Plan). Together with the right to occupy, pursuant to the Plan, Unit 606, during Unit Week 23. Pursuant to AMENDED ORDER ON PLAINTIFF’S MOTION TO RESET FORECLOSURE SALE DATE entered in a case pending in said Court, the 1ST day of JUNE, 2022. Style of which is: THE BANYAN TREE OF KEY WEST CONDOMINIUM AND OWNERS’ ASSOCIATION, INC., A FLORIDA CORPORATION Plaintiff vs. WARFIELD M LEWIS, ET. AL. Defendant And the Docket Number of which is Number 44-2020-CA45-K (Count V; Unit 606, Week 23) WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 2ND day of JUNE, 2022. KEVIN MADOK, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Riza Hall Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming as interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale. Publish: June 9 & 16, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 44-2020-CA-45-K NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE BY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will on the 23RD day of June 2022 at 11 o’clock a.m., at 500 Whitehead Street,

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES after the sale. Publish: June 9 & 16, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 44-2020-CA-45-K NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE BY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Florida, will on the 23RD day of June 2022 at 11 o’clock a.m., at 500 Whitehead Street, Monroe County, in the City of Key West, Florida, offer for sale and sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for CASH the Following described property situated in Monroe County, Florida, to wit: An Undivided 1/416th interest as a tenant in common with other owners in the Resort Facility (1 Time Share Interest), according to the Time-Sharing Plan thereof, recorded in Official Records Book 988, Pages 1510 through 1580, of the Public records of Monroe County, Florida (Plan). Together with the right to occupy, pursuant to the plan, Unit 503, during week 36. Pursuant to AMENDED ORDER ON PLAINTIFF’S MOTION TO RESET FORECLOSURE SALE DATE entered in a case pending in said Court, the 1ST day of JUNE, 2022. Style of which is: THE BANYAN TREE OF KEY WEST CONDOMINIUM AND OWNERS’ ASSOCIATION, INC., A FLORIDA CORPORATION Plaintiff vs. WARFIELD M LEWIS, et al. Defendant And the Docket Number of which is 44-2020-CA-45-K (Count XIV; Unit 503, Week 36) WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 2ND day of JUNE, 2022. KEVIN MADOK, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Riza Hall Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming as interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale. Publish: June 9 & 16, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO. 22-CP-000069-P IN RE: ESTATE OF JANE D. FERGER, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of JANE D. FERGER, deceased, whose date of death was March 4, 2022, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, Tavernier, FL 33070. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative's attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate, 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

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733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT'S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is: June 9, 2022 Signed on this 2nd day of June, 2022. Personal Representative: CHRISTIE R. CURIE 70 Pumpkin Cay Road Key Largo, Florida 33037 Attorney for Personal Representative: BRIAN V. MCAVOY, ESQ. Florida Bar No. 0047473 Roetzel & Andress LPA 850 Park Shore Drive, Third Floor Naples, Florida 34103 Telephone: (239) 649-6200 Email: bmcavoy@ralaw.com Secondary Email: serve. bmcavoy@ralaw.com Publish: June 9 & 16, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

in the Circuit Court for MONROE County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 50 High Point Road, Plantation Key, Florida 33070. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is: June 2, 2022. Personal Representative: Jeanne M. Yednak 186 East Ridge Road Islamorada, Florida 33036 Attorney for Personal Representative: Robert K. Miller, Esq. Attorney Florida Bar Number: 359173 Cunningham Miller Rhyne PA 10075 Overseas Hwy PO Box 500938 Marathon, FL 33050 Telephone: (305) 743-9428 Fax: (305) 743-8800 E-Mail: Service@floridakeyslaw. com Secondary E-Mail: rmiller@ floridakeyslaw.com Publish: June 2 & 9, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 22-CP-000096-K IN RE: THE ESTATE OF PASCAL RAYMOND, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the Estate of Pascal Raymond, deceased, whose date of death was August 4, 2021, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, Florida 33040. The names and addresses of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s Estate on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this Court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s Estate must file their claims with this Court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIMES 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 June 2, 2022. Personal Representative: Francois Fournier 22813 Calico Jack Circle Summerland Key, Florida 33042 Attorney for Personal Representative: Cyrus Malhotra, Esq. Florida Bar No. 0022751 THE MALHOTRA LAW FIRM, P.A. 3903 Northdale Blvd., Suite 100E Tampa, FL 33624 Telephone: (813) 902-2119 Fax: (727) 290-4044 Email: filings@ FLprobatesolutions.com Secondary: ryan@ FLprobatesolutions.com Publish: June 2 & 9, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 22-CP-45-P IN RE: ESTATE OF CAROL ANN BRENN, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Carol Ann Brenn, deceased, whose date of death was December 17, 2021, is pending

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO: 22-CP-138-K IN RE: ESTATE OF GRACE LYNN UPSHAW, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the Estate of Grace Lynn Upshaw, Deceased, whose date of death was February 17, 2022, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, Florida 33040. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the Decedent and other persons having claims or demands against Decedent’s Estate, on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served, must file their claims with the 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 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this Notice is June 2, 2022. Signed on this 27th day of May, 2022. Personal Representative

LEGAL NOTICES Reece Upshaw Spencer, Petitioner 1300 Big Pine Avenue Big Pine Key, Florida 33043 Attorney for Personal Representative Lee Robert Rohe, ESQ. Florida Bar Number: 271365 LEE ROBERT ROHE, P.A. Post Office Box 430678 Big Pine Key, Florida 33043 Telephone: (305) 745-2254 Email: lrrlaw@bellsouth.net Publish: June 2 & 9, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 22-CP-49-M DIVISION: MIDDLE KEYS IN RE: ESTATE OF PATRICIA A. FASCHING Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Patricia A. Fasching, deceased, whose date of death was April 24, 2022, is pending in the Circuit Court for MONROE County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida 33050. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is: June 2, 2022. Personal Representative: Nanette Young 295 N. Anglers Drive Marathon, Florida 33050 Attorney for Personal Representative: Richard E. Warner Attorney Florida Bar Number: 283134 RICHARD E. WARNER, P.A. 12221 Overseas Highway MARATHON, FL 33050 Telephone: (305) 743-6022 Fax: (305) 743-6216 E-mail: richard@rewarnerlaw.com Secondary E-Mail: pamela2@ rewarnerlaw.com Publish: June 2 & 9, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION CASE NO.: 22-CP-155-K IN RE: THE ESTATE OF GARY EDWARD THOMAS, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of GARY EDWARD THOMAS, deceased, whose date of death was May 7, 2022, Case: 22-CP-155-K is pending in the Circuit Court, Probate Division, the address of which is 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and

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other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. The date of first publication of this Notice is: June 2, 2022. Personal Representative: JUDY KAY RAKES c/o Samuel J. Kaufman Law Offices of Samuel J. Kaufman, P.A. 3130 Northside Drive Key West, Florida 33040 Attorney for Personal Representative: Samuel J. Kaufman, Esq. Florida Bar No. 0144304 Law Offices of Samuel J. Kaufman, P.A. 3130 Northside Drive Key West, Florida 33040 Email designation for service: Service.Probate@ samkaufmanlaw.com Telephone: (305) 292-3926 Fax: (305) 295-7947 Publish: June 2 & 9, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

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Florida 33040, before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition. The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: None. Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request. You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk’s office. WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings. Dated: 5/25/22 KEVIN MADOK, CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT By: Riza Hall Deputy Clerk Publish: May 26, June 2, 9 & 16, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 2022-CP-00027-P IN RE: ESTATE OF GERALD A. DRONEY a/k/a GERRY DRONEY Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the Estate of GERALD A. DRONEY a/k/a GERRY DRONEY, deceased, whose date of death was December 10, 2021, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, File No. 2022-CP-00027-P, the address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, Tavernier, FL 33070. The names and addresses of the personal representatives and the personal representatives’ attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate 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: June 2, 2022. Personal Representatives: ERIN STARNES 1410 Vistazo Street West, #5 Tiburon, CA 94920 ERICA NABERS P.O. Box 8184 North Port, FL 34290 Attorney for Personal Representatives: AISLYNN THOMAS-MCDONALD,

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA FAMILY DIVISION CASE NO.: 22-DR-211-P IN RE: THE ADOPTION OF: ERIC RUBEN MUNOZ-MORENO, (Name to be given child(ren) Adoptee(s). NOTICE OF ACTION FOR TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS AND STEPPARENT ADOPTION TO: ERIC MANUEL OTERO ESPINO LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: 817 MADRID ROAD, KEY LARGO, FLORIDA 33037 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that a Joint Petition for Adoption by Stepparent has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on: RUBEN MUNOZ, JR. whose address is 49 NORTH MARLIN AVENUE, KEY LARGO, FLORIDA 33037, on or before July 1, 2022, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at: 88820 Overseas Highway, Plantation Key, Florida 33070, before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition. The minor child(ren) are identified as follows: Date of Birth: 09/19/2013 Place of Birth: Miami Beach, Miami Dade County, FL Physical Description of Respondent: Age: 45, Race: Hispanic, Hair Color: Brown, Eye Color: Green, Approximate Height: 5’9”, Approximate Weight: 220 lbs. 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. Dated: 05/31/2022 KEVIN MADOK, CPA, Clerk CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT By: Jennifer Havengar Deputy Clerk Publish: June 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA FAMILY DIVISION CASE NO.: 22-DR-287-K IN RE: MARRIAGE OF ANGELICA ORTIZ, Petitioner/Wife, and DARON TURCOTTE, Respondent/Husband. NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO MINOR CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT) TO: DARON TURCOTTE ADDRESS UNKNOWN YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on: ANGELICA ORTIZ, Petitioner/Wife, C/O Barroso Law, PLLC, Yanae M. Barroso, Esquire, 3158 Northside Drive, Key West, FL 33040, on or before June 27, 2022, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at: Monroe County Clerk of Court, 500 Whitehead Street, Key West,

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE No.: 2022-DR-331-K DIVISION: FAMILY ANDREI R. BARANOUSKI, Petitioner, and YANINA S. STROK, Respondent. NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE TO: YANINA S. STROK Last Known Address: 1100 MARGARET STREET, #4, KEY WEST, FL 33040 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 ANDREI R. BARANOUSKI, whose address is 3333 DUCK AVENUE, #C203, KEY WEST, FL 33040, on or before JUNE 20, 2022, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 500 WHITEHEAD STREET, KEY WEST, FL 33040, before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition. Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the 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 12TH day of May 2022 Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Jacque Donohue Deputy Clerk Publish: May 19 & 26 and June 2 & 9, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

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Pancho's Fuel Dock in Marathon is looking for a part-time cashier Thu/Fri/ Sat. Please call 305-7432 2 8 1 . 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 Auto Air looking for Counter Help. Pay based on experience. Apply in person at 2525 Overseas Highway, Marathon. 305-289-9884 Help Wanted Two Conchs Bait and Tackle in Marathon- competitive 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: Code Compliance Officer, 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 www.ci.marathon.fl.us 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 404-2193359 and ask for Dave. 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 NOW HIRING: Sweet Savannah's is now hiring for multiple positions: Cashier - must be 16 yrs or older, Full-time Baker & Part-time Baker's Assistant. Stop by for an application at 8919 Overseas Highway, Marathon or email: info@ s we e t s a v a n n a h s. c o m

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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

experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. To apply, please visit our careers page: www.my100bank. c o m / c a r e e r s

Large Studio Bedroom Suite in Conch House in Marathon - Funrnished. $1,600/month includes utilities for 1 person. Second person additional $$ for utiilities. F/L/S No Pets. 305-610-8002

No Experience Necessary - Concrete Field Testing Technician needed. Full-time. Year round. We train you to go to various job sites and collect samples. Vehicle provided. Must speak English, live in Marathon area and have clean driving record. Starting pay $18/hour. Pay rate will rise at intervals. 305-743-5555 HIRED IN LESS THAN 3 WEEKS!! Property Manager, full time, Key Colony Beach, Sea Isle Condo - 1101 West Ocean Drive, Salary 65K-70K, resume to HardingThomasL@aol. com, or call 734-476-0531 HIRED IN LESS THAN TWO WEEKS!! PLACE YOUR HELP WANTED AD here for only $25.00/week for up to five lines of copy. Call 305-743-0844 TODAY! EMPLOYMENT LOWER KEYS

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

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!!! 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 PLACE YOUR HOBBIES/ COLLECTIBLES AD here for only $25.00/week for up to five lines of copy. Call 305-743-0844 TODAY! HOUSING FOR RENT Marathon - 2 BR/1BA Conch House available Unfurnished, new kitchen, tile & carpet floors, huge closets. Laundry avail. Long term lease. No pets. $2,400/month incl. electric for 2 people. If more than two people additional $ for utilities. Tenant must pay for sewer & water. Dockage available for separate fee. 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!

LOT FOR RENT Lot for Rent - Key By the Sea Park in Marathon. $950.00/month - yearly only. 305-849-0507 Large RV Lot for rent in Marathon. Full hook up. $1500/month plus utilities. 305-731-5042 RENTED IN LESS THAN ONE MONTH!!

HIRING ACCOUNTS PAYABLE/ CONTRACT ADMIN (will train) Send resume to: admin@cbtconstruct.com Or call: 305-852-3002

PLACE YOUR 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! SARA’S ESTATE SALE: 1000 Manor Lane, Marathon | Fri, June 10 & Sat, June 11, 9am to 1pm both days | ENTIRE HOUSEHOLD plus Club Car and sm trailer | Big boat accessories: giant fenders, shore pwr cords, marine sink & toilet | 50+ rods and reels incl vintage | Smoker and grill | Tools: used pumps, sm motors, sprayers, vices, grinder, scrap wood, scrap starboard | Upholstery materials, Velcro, serger, Cricuit, sewing machine and craft room box sale of art supplies | 2 leather couches, 3 recliners, king beds, elec hosp bed, dressers, lamps, side tables, office suite, Corningware, purses and linens. Lots of things, low prices. Follow signs and park w consideration J Photos: Facebook (@ sarasestatesales).

ABSOLUTE AUCTION Saturday June 18th @ 11AM DAVID RUPP'S HIDDEN COLLECTION 6601 Shangri La Lane, Lake Worth, FL 33462 Bid In-Person or Online @ Proxibid.Com/TobyNeverett

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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.

OCEANFRONT PRIVATE SWIM CLUB IN KEY COLONY BEACH IS SEEKING A PREP/ LINE COOK The Cabana Club, an ocean front private swim club with food and beverage service, is seeking a prep/line cook. Club is open 10 am - 7 pm daily serving lunch. Located in Key Colony Beach (mm 54 off US 1). Excellent pay. Beautiful environment, small friendly staff, open year round. Apply in person at 425 East Ocean Drive, email resume to DVDHansen@gmail.com or call 404-219-3359 and ask for Dave. TheCabanaClubKeyColonyBeach.com

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES 305.743.0844 • CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • •305.743.0844 DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM OPERATOR 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…

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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.

LOCATION: MIDDLE KEYS The Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority is looking for a DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM OPERATOR to perform entry-level, semi-skilled work, involving the repair and maintenance of FKAA water distribution and transmission systems. Employee must ensure safe work practices, maintain water flow, and test the water supply. Qualifications: H.S. diploma or GED; supplemented by 1 yr. previous experience and/or training as a pipefitter with a public utility, construction comp, or plumbing company. Must have a valid FL CDL “A” license w/in 12 mos. of hire date. Must obtain a FDEP Level 3 license w/in 18 mos. of hire date. Salary: $21.78/hr. with excellent benefits. Location: Middle Keys. Apply online at www.fkaa.com/employment

EEO, VPE, ADA, DFW

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, DFW

WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR “C” The Turtle Hospital in Marathon Join our team! Full and part-time Educational Program Guides/Gift Shop Sales. Public speaking & retail sales experience helpful. $16.00/hour to start. Send resume to: TurtleHospitalMarathon@gmail.com

SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS NEEDED! Monroe County School District

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/employment

EEO, VPE, ADA, DFW

Busy Key Largo Dive Center has immediate openings for

BOAT CAPTAINS 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

$1,500 SIGNING BONUS

Experience Required. Paid per trip plus tips & sales commission. Send resume to resumes@rainbowreef.com

OPEN POSITIONS AT BAPTIST HEALTH SOUTH FLORIDA TAVERNIER MARINERS HOSPITAL - Environmental Tech, $2,000 Bonus - First Cook - Multi-Modality Imaging Tech, $9,000 Bonus - Physical Therapist, $5,000 Bonus - Registered Nurse, ICU, $20,000 Bonus MARATHON FISHERMEN’S COMMUNITY HOSPITAL - Cook, $5,000 Bonus - Environmental Tech, $5,000 Bonus - Floor Technician, $5,000 Bonus - Registered Nurse - Security Officer

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1309 Villa Mill Alley | Key West | MLS # 601057 Historic light-filled 5 bed/4 bath Classic Casa Marina estate hidden away for quiet privacy. Front door opens into a spacious formal living room, well equipped kitchen with cathedral ceilings & skylights. Ground floor has master bedroom with ensuite, jetted tub & French doors opening out under a covered porch, DAWN THORNBURGH BROKER ASSOCIATE heated pool & spa. Successful Office: 305.294.8433 rental history, fully furnished, Cell: 305.304.1067 info@kwreal.com all in the X Flood zone! $4,100,000

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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

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