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World famous stuntman Travis Pastrana launches himself at 130 mph across the open span of the Boot Key Bridge in Marathon – and over a hovering helicopter – on July 11.

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pcoming charges for boat ramp use and a final administrative hearing to settle the ongoing feud between the City of Marathon and the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) formed the highlights of the Marathon City Council’s meeting on July 12.

In his monthly report, public works director Carlos Solis sought direction and approval from the council to implement a fee schedule for use of Marathon’s three public boat ramps. Acknowledging that the proposed fees in his report could be modified in any way the council saw fit, Solis initially listed a $20 in/$20 out fee for visitors and non-yearround residents of Marathon and Key Colony Beach, along with a separate $20 fee for parking. In the initial proposal, Marathon residents would pay $100 per year for unlimited use of the ramps and parking facilities.

Also included was a fee schedule for Sombrero Beach parking: $5 for the first two hours, $2 for each additional hour, and a $10 unlimited yearly permit for full-time residents.

The council extensively discussed the best way to register individuals, vehicles, and/or trailers for ramp usage.

The system would make use of the same company and technology used by the City of Key West, allowing the cities to exchange parts and repair knowledge.

“I think we’re finally starting to see a light at the end of the tunnel that this is going to happen,” said councilman Luis Gonzalez. “But I think when we first started this, the intent was never to charge our citizens. … We’ve heard multiple times that there’s a minimum cost to get them registered. Add that to the

non-residents and have them pay the fee for the residents.”

The council elected to revisit the fee schedule at its August meeting.

Citizens are encouraged to contact the council with ideas and feedback regarding proposed fees and registration protocols.

In what may serve as the final significant chapter in the ongoing saga between Marathon and the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity, city manager George Garrett and city attorney Steve Williams announced that the city was scheduled for public hearings with DEO before a judge from the Florida Division of Administrative Hearings (DOAH) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on July 13-15. The meetings are open to the public. The hearings revolve around DEO’s appeal and subsequent Notice of Violation issued to Marathon when the city granted approval for building permits in a development commonly known as the “Boatworks Project” on 39th Street Gulf. A meeting between city staff and DEO was initially set for June 20 to attempt to resolve ongoing issues before the scheduled hearings, but was canceled by DEO. In other news: • Spurred by Vice Mayor Dr. Dan Zieg, the council asked finance director Jennifer Johnson to explore the financial impact of a 5% raise for all non-contracted city employees.

The proposed raises would be an attempt to keep city staff from falling behind recent inflation statistics.

• In a 4-1 vote, with Gonzalez the lone “no” vote, the council voted to approve a conditional use permit to allow the construction of a car wash at the site of the old Dee’s Hair Sensations building along U.S.1 between 62nd and 63rd Streets. The car wash would become part of the recently redeveloped Dion’s gas station in the same area.

• At its second public hearing, the council unanimously voted to approve amendments to the city’s First Time Homebuyer Assistance program. The amended program alters the loan amount from the previous maximum of $10,000 and provides for loans ranging from a minimum of $10,000 up to a maximum of $20,000.

• Johnson provided preliminary details for the 2023 General Fund budget. Asking approval for a millage rate of 2.77 mills, the same as the rate used the year before, Johnson indicated that due to property value increases, the rate would result in a tax increase of 17.15%. The proposed budget includes staff cost of living increases of 9.6%, adds three additional full-time public works staff members, and includes increases in allotments for professional services in studies relating to climate change – namely, road elevation and electric vehicle charging stations. With projected revenues of $19.8 million and projected expenditures of $17.2 million, the new budget is projected to increase the city’s unassigned reserves to a total of $16.3 million, a figure Johnson said equates to more than 11 months of operations. Two public hearings for the proposed budget will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 13 and Tuesday, Sept. 20, both at 5:05 p.m. at Marathon City Hall.

• The council heard from four public speakers regarding upcoming BPAS allocations to be awarded by the city. According to the speakers, two owner-occupied BPAS allocations were awarded and subsequently revoked by the city in its last round of BPAS awards when errors in the applications were brought forward.

The speakers expressed concerns that the corrected applications now sit atop the BPAS list for the next round of allocations and would prevent other residents from receiving building rights.

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MONKEYPOX REACHES THE KEYS

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he Florida Department of Health in Monroe County on July 13 reported the first confirmed case of monkeypox in the Florida Keys.

The virus spreads through casual skin-to-skin contact, including sexual activity, with a monkeypox lesion or rash, said Alison Kerr of the county health department.

She added that hotel housekeepers who change sheets are also vulnerable to the virus. She recommended such workers wear gloves and long sleeves when changing linens.

Testing is done by swabbing and testing one of the rashes or skin lesions that are symptomatic of monkeypox and can appear anywhere on the body.

There is a vaccine available for monkeypox and the county health department has “very limited doses,” so officials are reserving them for vulnerable populations that include hotel housekeepers, as well as men in same-sex sexual relationships, who represent the majority of cases in Broward and Miami Dade counties, which have reported 77 and 21 cases, respectively.

Health department officials recommend calling the department at 305-293-7500 with any questions and are distributing the below information about monkeypox: MONKEYPOX: GET THE FACTS • Monkeypox is a rare disease caused by the monkeypox virus.

• Monkeypox can make you sick including a rash or sores (pox), often with an earlier flu-like illness.

• Monkeypox can spread to anyone through close, personal, often skin-to-skin contact including: Direct contact with monkeypox rash, sores or scabs; contact with objects, fabrics (clothing, bedding, or towels), and surfaces that have been used by someone with monkeypox; through respiratory droplets or oral fluids from a person with monkeypox such as during intimate sexual activity, including

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oral, anal, and vaginal sex or touching the genitals or anus of a person with monkeypox; hugging, massage, or kissing and talking closely; touching fabrics and objects during sex that were used by a person with monkeypox, such as bedding, towels and sex toys.

• We know the virus can be spread in fluid or pus from monkeypox sores, and are trying to better understand whether the virus could be present in semen, vaginal fluids or other body fluids.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS? • Early flu-like symptoms of monkeypox can include fever, headache, muscle aches and backache, swollen lymph nodes, chills, exhaustion, a rash or sores, sometimes located on or near the genitals or anus, but sometimes in other areas like the hands, feet, chest or face – sores will go through several stages before healing.

• Sores may be inside the body, including the mouth, vagina or anus • Some people experience a rash or sores first, followed by other symptoms and some only experience a rash or sores • Monkeypox can be spread from the time symptoms start until all sores have healed and a fresh layer of skin has formed – this can take several weeks IF YOU HAVE A NEW OR UNEXPLAINED RASH, SORES OR OTHER SYMPTOMS • See your health care provider – if you don’t have a provider or health insurance, visit a public health clinic near you.

• When you see a health care provider for possible monkeypox, remind them that this virus is circulating in the community.

• Avoid sex or being intimate with anyone until you have been checked out.

• Follow the treatment and prevention recommendations of your health care provider.

• Avoid sex or being intimate with anyone until all your sores have healed and you have a fresh layer of skin formed.

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lorida Department of Education’s school ratings released on July 7 gave the Monroe County School District a “B” rating for the 2021-22 school year.

It’s the first time the education department released school grade data since 2019, as a COVID-19 pandemic disrupted assessments during the 2019-20 school year. For much of the spring 2020 semester, students were learning at home in a virtual classroom format.

Grades handed to school districts across the state by the education department provide a way to measure a school’s performance. They include such factors as test scores in English, math, science and social studies as well as progress of the lowest quartile of students, graduation rate and college and career acceleration.

Five county schools received an “A” rating: Ocean Studies Charter School, Plantation Key School, Sigsbee Charter School, Sugarloaf School and Treasure Village Montessori School.

Seven schools received a “B” rating: Big Pine Academy Charter School, Coral Shores High School, Key Largo School, Key West High School, Marathon High School, May Sands Montessori School and Stanley Switlik Elementary School.

Three schools received a “C” rating: Gerald Adams Elementary, Horace O’Bryant School and Poinciana Elementary School.

During the 2018-19 school year, before the pandemic altered class the next two years, the district had 10 schools with “A” grades and six with “B” grades. Overall, the school district had an “A” rating that year.

During the 2021-22 school year, the district received a “B” rating. The graduation rate was above 90% and the middle school acceleration rate was up five percentage points.

The district said the middle and combination schools continue to increase participation and performance in advanced level coursework including algebra, geometry and industry certifications. As a district, math achievement learning gains continue to remain competitive. The social studies achievement maintains its high performing status compared to other districts.

“Congratulations to our schools and thank you to all of our staff members for their hard work on behalf of students in the Monroe County Schools,” said Superintendent Theresa Axford in a press release. “School and district grades never tell the full story of student success, but do help guide our efforts and assignment of resources to better meet student needs.

Teachers and administrators worked very hard in supporting student achievement last year; they are to be commended for these results.”

The school grade calculation will be updated for the 2022-23 school year to reflect changes in the new F.A.S.T. (Florida Assessment of Student Thinking) Assessments. Last September, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that the state would end the Florida Statewide Assessment and create F.A.S.T, which will monitor student progress and foster individual growth.

Additional information is at the Florida Department of Education website at www.fldoe.org.

— Weekly staff report

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WHAT DOES FLORIDA’S NEW ABORTION LAW MEAN FOR THE KEYS? PROCEDURE HASN’T BEEN AVAILABLE HERE FOR NEARLY A DECADE

By Mandy Miles, Alex Rickert and Jim McCarthy

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very decision comes with consequences, be they intended outcomes or unanticipated impacts.

Last month’s ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade and make abortion a matter for individual states to legislate is a landmark decision with farreaching implications.

The top court’s ruling prompted a spate of state legislation, as Republican lawmakers acted immediately to make abortions more difficult, or illegal, to obtain or perform.

Democrats in some states took the opposite tack, formally legalizing the procedure in state law.

In Florida, the Republican-led state legislature passed House Bill 5, which doesn’t outlaw abortion but shortens the timeframe in which a woman can obtain an abortion from 24 to 15 weeks, The law makes no exceptions for pregnancies caused by rape or incest, but does include a provision for cases in which the mother’s life is endangered or the fetus has a fatal abnormality.

Florida has the third-highest rate of abortion in the country, according to an article on TheHill.com.

But tighter restrictions are being contemplated. Following the overturning of Roe v. Wade, Gov. Ron DeSantis promised to further restrict abortion access to protect unborn children in Florida. But the governor hasn’t detailed what those expansions would be.

“Florida will continue to defend its recently-enacted pro-life reforms against state court challenges, will work to expand pro-life protections and will stand for life by promoting adoption, foster care and child welfare,” DeSantis said last month.

State Sen. Ana Maria Rodriguez, who represents the Florida Keys and voted in favor of the bill, told the Keys Weekly this week, “Life begins at conception. Period. I am pro-life and believe the sanctity of life should be protected at all times. However, I think our legislature found a good balance at 15 weeks where a woman can maintain her reproductive rights to a certain degree while also giving a developed fetus over three months a chance to live.”

On the other side of the aisle, Democratic House Minority Leader Evan Jenne said, “Politicians have no business getting between a patient and her doctor. This 15week abortion ban takes away every woman’s right to make personal decisions that should only be made by themselves, with their family, their doctor and their faith. Not only is this unconstitutional and infringes on personal freedom, it also isn’t our place as elected officials to mandate choices women must make about their health.”

State Rep. Jim Mooney voted in favor of House Bill 5. He wasn’t available for comment before press time.

WHAT ABOUT ENFORCEMENT? As with all laws and legislation, effective enforcement becomes a concern.

With notable staffing shortages in the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office and state attorney’s office, the practicality of enforcing the recently enacted changes becomes a question.

House Bill 5 specifically prohibits physicians from performing an abortion if they determine the gestational age of the fetus is more than 15 weeks, but the law does not appear to include any language about penalties for the individuals themselves who seek abortions after this time frame.

“I think they’ll probably take it pretty seriously,” said one Keys attorney who declined to be named. “But that tone would have to be set by the police and the State Attorney’s Office. … Do I think they will go after doctors? I think they probably will, and I would not be surprised. Do I think they’re going to prosecute women? I don’t know if the law is allowing them to do that.”

Monroe County State Attorney Dennis Ward, however, told the Keys Weekly, “The state legislature and the governor are responsible for the laws in the State of Florida.

And they’ve passed them. I don’t see where this has any impact on my office.”

Ward was hesitant to offer further comment, adding that in light of ongoing legal battles surrounding the recent legislation at the state level, questions would be better directed to Buddy Jacobs, an attorney representing the Florida Prosecuting Attorneys Association in Tallahassee. Jacobs was not available for comment before press time.

ABORTION ACCESS IN THE FLORIDA KEYS For the past seven or eight years, there has been no abortion provider in the Florida Keys, said Cali Roberts, executive director of WomanKind women’s health center in Key West.

“It has long been the case that we’ve sent women to Planned Parenthood in Miami, or to A Place for Women in Miami,” Roberts said.

“The burden for women in the Keys is: Do you have transportation to the mainland?

Do you have child care for your other children? Can you get off work? And sometimes there’s a 24-hour waiting period. Can you spend the night up there or go back the next day?” Roberts said when asked about local impacts. “Abortion is never a flippant decision and to make laws as if it is and to ban a woman from having control over her body is unconscionable.”

According to the Planned Parenthood website, Florida law requires a person to have two appointments at least 24 hours apart to obtain an abortion, making it more cumbersome and expensive for women in the Keys.

Planned Parenthood does not offer medical abortions beyond 11 weeks. Most abortions today are “medical abortions,” which is a two-pill combination that ends the pregnancy and prompts a heavy period, Roberts said.

Planned Parenthood offered surgical abortion up until 18 weeks prior to passage of the new law in Florida, according to its website.

“And I’d also like to point out that nowhere has it ever been mentioned that there is a paternal responsibility in all of this,” Roberts said. “If he is not responsible from the first pregnancy test she has to take and the first saltine cracker she has to eat for morning sickness, then this is not about the sanctity of life, but about controlling women.

There’s never been an abortion when a man was not involved.

“Is there any other law, anywhere, that affects men and women differently?” she said, adding. “In the Keys, birth control is more tantamount than ever before, and WomanKind has established a funding source for birth control, especially for longterm, such as IUDs, and we can reduce the price by 25%.”

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR

BLUEPRINT PROPOSAL REQUIRES COMMENT — AND COMPROMISE

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t’s been almost three years since NOAA introduced the concept of Restoration Blueprint, a plan for restoring the diminished habitat of Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. The rollout, you may recall, offered four options, which generated nearly 30,000 public comments. That feedback has now been distilled into the next iteration of the plan, referred to as the Proposed Rule, which was released on July 12. Emphasis is on the word “proposed,” because the recommendations are not yet final.

We want, and need, your input on this latest rendering. We also ask for your sense of compromise.

The public generally views regulations through their unique and personal lens: “How will this affect what I do?” NOAA doesn’t have that luxury, because the sanctuary belongs to everyone. We have gathered a myriad of perspectives and calibrated them into a plan that best protects the ecosystem, while also allowing compatible use. That formula will naturally conflict with someone’s priorities.

It’s important to remember that NOAA did not exclusively generate the ideas for Restoration Blueprint. The majority came from you: The Sanctuary Advisory Council, which represents various stakeholder groups; volunteers; community members; agency partners; and everyone who wrote in or provided comment during the initial rollout. The Proposed Rule is a community-driven project and, as such, reflects the diverse needs of the community.

The degree to which we acted on public comment is reflected in the things you will see in the proposals, and by the things you don’t see — the options that were left on the cutting-room floor. We take seriously our obligation to receive and utilize public comment.

I encourage you to educate yourself on the plan by viewing our suite of materials at FloridaKeys.noaa.gov/ blueprint, and then come prepared to provide another round of feedback during five scheduled sessions, including one virtual opportunity. In addition, The Keys Weekly will distribute a sanctuary magazine later this month that I hope you will take time to read.

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This is a critical time for the marine environment of the Florida Keys, a tipping point one might say, and we have to rise to that occasion and be brave and bold and potentially sacrifice a bit now for the benefit of its future. Better to bend than to break, for in the latter scenario, no one wins.

Some will say we did too much, while some will say we did too little.

If the feedback strikes that balance, then we probably threaded the needle, and have a proposal that reflects everyone giving a little on behalf of the greater good.

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PROPOSALS EXTEND BOUNDARIES, END ANCHORING IN SANCTUARY PRESERVATION AREAS

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lorida Keys National Marine Sanctuary’s Advisory Council members listened intently as an updated set of proposed regulations and a management plan — known as the Restoration Blueprint — was unveiled during a July 12 meeting at Hawk’s Cay Resort on Duck Key. “This is an exciting day for a number of reasons,” said George Garrett, SAC chairman, to kick off the meeting. “I know we’ve all been waiting for it because we went through a year or two where we were simply waiting.”

Specifically, the sanctuary is proposing expanding the current 3,800-square-mile boundary surrounding the Florida Keys to 4,795 square miles. North America’s only coral barrier reef falls within the sanctuary, and so do 6,000plus species of marine life, seagrass beds and mangrove-fringed island.

Joanne Delaney, resource protection and permit coordinator for the sanctuary, said the majority of the expansion includes Pulley Ridge Wildlife Management Area in the Gulf of Mexico. It has the deepest known coral reef off the continental U.S. The ridge itself is a drowned barrier island some 100 kilometers long by 5 kilometers wide – about 62 miles by 3 miles – northwest of the Dry Tortugas and running parallel to the Florida peninsula.

The zone overlaps with an existing Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council Habitat Area of Particular Concern. While fishing is allowed under the proposal, no anchoring would be allowed within the management area.

The sanctuary boundary also lines up with the “area to be avoided” line, which was established in 1990 and prohibits tank vessels and vessels over 50 meters from traversing the waters off the Florida Keys.

Even with the proposed boundary expansions and modifications, sanctuary officials said 15% of the sanctuary’s 4,800 square miles would fall within managed zones.

An assessment on the sanctuary in 2011 found that conditions within the sanctuary were fair or poor. Since that report, the Keys witnessed a destructive hurricane in Irma and a massive influx of boaters on the Keys waters since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

A set of proposals released to the public in August 2019 outlined various alternatives to combat the decline in marine conditions. Comments submitted by the public to regulations. gov were examined by sanctuary staff, bringing forth the proposed rulemaking on July 12 for another round of comments.

Sarah Fangman, sanctuary superintendent, said the Restoration Blueprint is “our attempt to do something” with a Keys ecosystem seeing continued stress.

“This is about our future and we all have to do a little compromise,” she said. “As you hear proposals where we made changes, you’ll hear that we listened.”

Limited-use suggestions for Carysfort, Sombrero and Sand Key reefs found in the 2019 draft of the Restoration Blueprint weren’t included in the latest proposal released to the public. A recommendation to end overnight use of mooring buoys wasn’t included either.

And sanctuary officials said public input helped modify some original ideas, including recommendation for greater access and use of channels at Steamboat Creek, Tavernier, Marathon and Marquesas Keys.

A proposed rule would reopen existing no-access areas, including the tidal flat south of Marvin Key and the interior channels at Mud Keys. Sanctuary officials said it’s based on updated data regarding bird populations in these areas.

Another regulation outlined within the proposed rulemaking deals with discharges by cruise ships. Specifically, cruise ships would only be allowed to discharge cooling water, but anything else thrown into the water would be prohibited within the sanctuary. For all vessels besides ships, deck wash and cooling water are allowed, as well as chumming and other fish activities.

As for fish feeding, the proposed rule would prohibit feeding or attracting fish, including sharks, from any vessel or while diving in federal waters. State rules currently restrict such activity within state waters. Chumming for traditional fishing is still allowed, according to the proposed rule.

The proposed rule would also prohibit anchoring, mooring or occupying a vessel at risk of becoming derelict or deserting vessels aground, anchored or adrift. The rule also prohibits leaving any harmful matter aboard a grounded or deserted vessel.

In a bid to protect corals, NOAA is proposing no anchoring in the 17 sanctuary preservation areas, 13 restoration areas and six conservation areas. That means vessels would only be able to use mooring buoys or be in transit.

Vessels greater than 65 feet would be required to use a designated large-vessel mooring buoy.

The proposed draft rule would expand Carysfort SPA from 2.2 square miles to 3.7 square miles and Alligator SPA from 0.32 square miles to 0.52 square miles in the Upper Keys in order to protect deep reef habitat. Andy Bruckner, NOAA research coordinator, said the Alligator SPA supports barrel sponges and tube sponges, as well as 618 species of reef fish. French Creek and Rock Creek SPAs would be eliminated, and two new SPAs would be created in Turtle Rocks SPA in the Upper Keys and Turtle Shoal SPA in the Middle Keys.

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5 Bruckner said the proposed new SPAs would protect patch reefs and refuge for corals proven to be resilient to bleaching and disease.

Bruckner said Turtle Rocks contains the largest remaining wild population of staghorn coral in the Upper Keys. Turtle Shoal SPA protects an important complex of mid-channel aggregate and individual patch reefs surrounded by seagrass beds, which historically supported large populations of staghorn and pillar corals.

Beth Dieveney, policy analyst for the sanctuary, said existing ecological reserves and special use areas will now be known as conservation areas. That includes the likes of Western Sambo Ecological Reserve. Under the proposed rule, Western Sambo would expand by 1 square mile to capture additional deep reef habitats at the 90-foot depth contour.

No-anchor restrictions would be included for the most southern area of the prominent coral reef, while no fishing will continue to be enforced boundary-wide, as this zone provides a corridor for the migration of juvenile and adult fish and invertebrate populations, particularly the spiny lobster.

The proposed expansion of the existing Tortugas South Ecological Reserve by 18 square miles would capture additional habitat west of Riley’s Hump known to support fish spawning aggregations and deep habitat features in the southern portion of the marine zone.

The proposed rule establishes 47 wildlife management areas, of which 23 are new. Some WMAs like Big Mullet Key WMA have no-motor zones, while others such as Marquesas Keys WMA have no-entry zones.

At Western Dry Rocks Wildlife Management Area, NOAA is proposing transit only and no anchoring from April 1 to July 1. That mirrors Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission’s seasonal closure of the area to fishing from April 1 to July 1. The area contains a continuous reef with high coral cover and diversity. This area has ecological significance for supporting multi-fish spawning, according to sanctuary officials.

These proposals and more are in the updated Restoration Blueprint, which is at floridakeys.noaa.gov/blueprint.

In addition to proposed rulemaking, a draft management plan was unveiled, with proposed actions that focus on research, regulatory compliance, community involvement and stewardship. Understanding sanctuary resources, improving conditions including water quality, reducing threats and human use impacts and supporting collaborative and coordinated management were among the goals.

While SAC members said they still need to digest all the information, several voiced concern over the lack of artificial reefs as a possible solution within the management plan.

“It is regarded across the board in Key West, the business community and the recreational watermen in our community, as an overwhelming success,” said Joe Weatherby, SAC member representing the diving industry in the Lower Keys.

Mimi Stafford, SAC citizen-at-large member from the Lower Keys, brought up the issue over enforcing new regulations and how the public could help bring more officers in. Fangman said the sanctuary is working with law enforcement and NOAA to bring more resources. But she couldn’t say that it would lead to catching everyone who breaks these rules if they go forward.

4. NOAA proposes to add 23 new wildlife management areas to Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. These areas are designed to minimize disturbances to sanctuary habitats and species dependent on those habitats, like nesting birds and turtle nests.

KRISTIE KILLAM/Florida Keys National Wildlife Refuges Complex 5. NOAA is proposing a new ‘no-anchoring’ regulation in all ‘sanctuary preservation areas,’ that help sustain critical marine species and habitats. NOAA/Contributed

“That’s true on the road. We still need speed limits. We still need regulations to protect these resources,” she said.

FWC Captain David Dipre agreed with Fangman’s remarks. Laws aren’t only made for the purpose of making an arrest or issuing a citation. Dipre said laws are made “because we encourage people to do the right thing.”

Dipre added that FWC is adding more officers with 15 currently in the academy. That will bring the law enforcement agency to full staff in December.

A 100-day public comment period on the Restoration Blueprint kicked off July 13 and will conclude Oct. 21. People can visit regulations.gov and use the docket number NOAANOS-2019-0094 to provide comments.

People will also have the opportunity to provide oral comment during the Aug. 30 virtual meeting (register at floridakeys.noaa.gov/ blueprint); Sept. 20 at 6 p.m. at Coral Shores High School; Sept. 21 at 6 p.m. at Marathon High School auditorium; Sept. 22 at 6 p.m. at Key West High School auditorium; and the Oct. 18 Sanctuary Advisory Council meeting at 9 a.m. in Marathon.

Written comments can be submitted to Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, 33 East Quay Road, Key West, Florida, 33040 (be sure to include Proposed Rule in the subject heading).

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8. The country is recovering from a pandemic … everything is in short supply?

7. The governor heard that a Marathon building department staff memenber used the word “gay” while referring to a happy co-worker.

6. State officials mistakenly confused Marathon’s interpretation of their own building codes with Key West’s insolence.

5. The permits are with the missing “Planning Commission tapes.”

4. A certain “developer” bought them all.

3. They disappeared along with our snowbirds, workforce housing and dignity.

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e’s an X Games gold medalist, a championship-caliber motorsports competitor and an absolute legend of the industry. He’s made the rounds on smash hit TV shows, online videos and even movies. And somehow, he still has more to prove.

38-year-old Travis Pastrana doesn’t come across as someone whose name is synonymous with extreme motorsport stunts. He’s humble, warm, welcoming and incredibly down-to-earth, strolling around the prep site for his eventual jump over the Boot Key Bridge without so much as a single security guard and joking about needing to finish the stunt in time to get home to his wife and kids that night.

Ahead of the jaw-dropping feat on June 11, Pastrana was kind enough to sit down with Keys Weekly to discuss the jump, his legacy, and what keeps him going after already securing his place among motorsports royalty. Here’s what we learned (answers edited slightly for language and clarity): How psyched are you for what’s about to happen? Honestly, the whole reason that we even thought of Florida was looking at the Seven Mile Bridge and this bridge. We started talking here, and we didn’t really get a “no,” so generally if it’s not a “no” at first it kind of comes around. I was like, “For this video to be successful, we have to have this bridge,” so we’re very appreciative.

You’ve been in talks to make this happen for months. How does it feel to pull it off? I’m having a lot of fun, and these things are always great, but one of the beauties of doing what we do and having a budget that’s bigger than what we normally have as rednecks having fun is being able to give back.

The last thing we ever want to do is make a negative impact on wherever we go. When we leave the towns we come into, we want to make sure they’re as good or better than when we got there.

We’ve seen you do some crazy things before. How wild is this stunt? This is the

Travis Pastrana holds a copy of the Upper Keys Weekly from January, when he made his last trip to the Keys. Pastrana returned to the islands to finish shooting his latest Gymkhana film. ALEX RICKERT/Keys Weekly

opening shot (of the next Gymkhana film).

This not only sets the tone, but you see something that is going to make you go, “I need to see this. I have to watch that.” We need something like that for every film. Unless you really love cars and a lot of the technical stuff, if you see a car jumping a bridge, with no landing on the other side, jumping over a helicopter, that alone is a cool visual.

With everything you’ve already accomplished, what keeps you going? Do you feel like there’s still more you have to prove? I’ll tell you a story. We were filming a video and we were already three times over budget, so it was coming directly out of my pocket. I had always wanted to do this trick, a double backflip with a full twist. It was just me and like 10 of my buddies in the backyard. I hit the first time so hard, I knocked myself out and I literally pooped my pants.

My wife was like, “You’re not getting paid for this. Nobody cares if you do this. We’re already over budget, and you’re now gonna have a medical bill. What are you doing?” I’m like, “I think I can do it.” She’s like, “Well, go out there and (expletive) do it.”

So you still look at things and just say “I can do that, so I’m gonna do it?” Yeah.

And the risk and reward changes every day.

It changed when I had my kids. It changed when I got married. You don’t do this kind of stuff because of the money. This is because you have a chance to have a car build that you’ve dreamed up your whole life, and to jump something that’s never been done, like Evel Knievel. I once had an opportunity to meet Evel’s family and to jump Caesar’s Fountain on a custom-built old-school motorcycle that Roland Sands built. I’m like, “check off all my childhood dreams.”

Already a legend at 38, Travis Pastrana is still driven by pure possibility

Do you realize that for a lot of people, your name is going to get passed down like Evel’s? I just want to go out and live the best life that I can and have the most fun that I can. I want to show my kids what hard work is. My kids will see a side that no one else will, and no one needs to know what goes into making this stuff work. If it’s motorcycles, it’s being in the best physical shape. If it’s cars, it’s going over so many notes for hours and hours. It’s surrounding yourself with the right people and being able to perform under pressure, and if anything, I just want to pass that down to my kids. It takes hard work to play for a living.

How do you get locked in for something like this? Do you have a pump-up song or routine? No, to be honest. It’s knowing I’ve done my homework. When I get to the jump or whatever, I shouldn’t be nervous, because I should have already come with my homework done. People say, “How do you overcome your nerves?” Practice.

What’s your daily driver? A Subaru STI. If my wife wants to get somewhere fast, she drives. I drive like grandma on the road. For me, to have fun, I’ve gotta be just absolutely sending it, and that means I’m probably gonna go to jail. I learned when I was 18 that that probably wasn’t going to work. That’s why I love racing, because I can scare myself so much that by the time I get home I just crash.

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unes and good times abounded beneath the waves at the 38th annual Underwater Music Festival on July 9. Presented by the Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce, the event saw hundreds of snorkelers and scuba divers – and even some mermaids – make the trip out to Looe Key Reef off of Big Pine Key. There, they enjoyed a dive while listening to a playlist of local and classic hits coordinated by US1 Radio and projected into the blue by underwater speakers.

The protection of vital coral reefs has always been at the heart of the festival, and this year was no different, with conservation messages and ocean-themed songs woven throughout the playlist as divers marveled at the beauty of the corals and other wildlife of Looe Key. — Alex Rickert 1. Media representatives and county officials packed Captain Hook’s dive boats for the morning trip to the festival.

2. Mermaids Blue Ring Octopus (BRO), right, and Marina prepare for their dives.

3. Kara Norman rocks the underwater guitar.

4. Sheriff Rick Ramsay uses an impressive breath hold to visit the mermaids and underwater musicians.

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5. A little underwater uke never hurt anyone.

6. Who says there’s no such thing as mermaids?

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The 2nd annual Florida Keys BrewBQ will be at the Marathon Community Park on Saturday and Sunday, July 16-17 to celebrate great craft beer and BBQ, live local music, fellowship and much more!

THE TICKETS Entry: $5, kids under 12 free VIP: $50 gets ya 4 entry tickets, 4 beer tickets and 2 complimentary beer cups.

Only available online at keysbrewbq.com.

Merchandise including hats and commemorative T-shirts will be available near the front entrance. Guests will need tickets for the beer tastings ($5 each, or deals for multiples), samples for the amateur competition ($2 each or 11 for $18). All vendors will accept cash and/or credit cards.

THE BREWS Over 20 craft beers from companies like the Islamorada Beer Co., Goose Island, Funky Buddha, Cigar City Brewing and local favorite Florida Keys Brewing.

THE SCENE Marathon Community Park, 200 Ocean, 36th Street The Hours Saturday: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Sunday: Noon - 5 p.m.

THE JAMS Saturday, July 16 • Noon - 2 p.m.: John Bartus and Adrienne Z • 3 - 6 p.m.: The Original Lady A Blues Band • 6 - 9 p.m.: AJ & Southern Stampede Sunday, June 17 • 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Brian Roberts • 2 - 5 p.m.: Sucker Punch

THE LITTLE ONES Kids’ activities and games will keep the youngsters busy - most free of charge or with proceeds earmarked for a good cause.

THE AMATEUR COMPETITION The Brisket winner will be announced on Saturday at 8 p.m. Ribs, People’s Choice and Best Overall to be awarded on Sunday between 4 and 5 p.m. The team with the most tokens will win the People’s Choice award.

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Pitmasters set to square off this weekend

he second annual Brew BQ will see 11 competitors fire up the grills and smokers for another round of the Amateur BBQ Competition. With this year’s title wide open for the taking – last year’s winners are not scheduled to compete – all 11 will again try their hands in a Best Brisket competition on Saturday, while Sunday will play host to a brand-new Best Ribs contest. Along the way, teams will attempt to win over both the judges and the public, as the new People’s Choice Award category requires each pitmaster to have up to 50 samples on hand for tasting and judging by Brew BQ guests.

Though competition will undoubtedly be fierce throughout the field, one rivalry in particular has already taken center stage: a showdown between friends – we think – Tyler Blanton and Matt Pitcher. Described as two ultimate competitors who love to go head-to-head in anything from barbecue to Madden to flipping a coin, the trash talk is already alive and well ahead of this weekend’s contest. The 2021 Brew BQ saw Blanton take home a win over Pitcher in the shredded pork category, but Pitcher ultimately captured a higher brisket and overall score.

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QUESTIONS 1. Team name 1. Thin Blue Smoke.

2. Hours spent in front of a grill 2. 1,000 more than Tyler.

3. Ideal number of times to tap 3. Always 3. tongs together before grilling 4. A small two-burner grill.

4. First grill 5. About the age Tyler is now. 15? 16?

5. Age you started grilling 6. Johnny Trigg and Aaron Franklin.

6. Grilling hero 7. About the size of Tyler, so somewhere around 1,000. 7. Pounds of meat grilled (lifetime) 8. Stay awake. The football game is the only time 8. Sleep or stay awake through the night while cooking?

Tyler and I are EVER on the same team.

9. Grilling pump-up song 9. “Smoke on the Water.”

10. Reason you have a mental 10. I’m much smarter than he is and a much edge over your opponent better smoker overall. Plus years of experience. I 11. Recipe preview mean, he’s what, 5, 6, 7 years old?

11. Number one for me is always low and slow. If I can avoid it, I don’t wrap the meat. With barbecue, you want it to hit kind of like Thai food.

You’re trying to hit all the different flavors. The rub I use is a North Carolina thing that’s been passed down, but then I’ve made changes to it.

1.I’m Just Here to Beat Matt 2. 27.8 3. Got to be 3. No more, no less.

4. A Weber kettle.

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6. Myron Mixon. He’s the man, the myth, the legend.

7. 50,000. I’ve put whole cows over a campfire.

Steroid cows.

8. Stay awake the entire night. There’s gonna be a football game at 2 a.m. I just have to figure out how to get Daniel Samess to play tackle.

9. “Total Eclipse of the Heart.”

10. Matt is getting a little older these days. His mental capacity is diminishing quite a bit, so he’s not able to move like he used to for sure. He’s started to develop a little bit of hearing loss, so he won’t be able to hear a timer go off when the meat’s done.

11. I’m all about the heat. I like it a little spicy. It’s gonna be a non-traditional Texas style brisket.

The brisket will have the same rub as last year, but I’m coming up with a new sauce. My ribs will be a hybrid between a dry rub and wet rib.

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here will be no shortage of beer at the 2022 Brew BQ. But for attendees looking to get a bit of a buzz in other ways, look no further than the Keys Meads booth.

Based out of Key Largo, Keys Meads got its start in 2017, when a group of friends wanted an alcoholic beverage alternative to beer, wine and hard liquor.

“We were a bunch of people who couldn’t really process beer well,” said Keys Meads manager Christina Bramblett. “We just wanted a way to drink with our friends without feeling bad at the end of the night.”

Since then, the meadery has grown in leaps and bounds, opening a separate tasting room in November 2017 and moving the entire operation to a larger facility in 2020. In February 2021, the crew opened Lost Viking Distillery to add a selection of spirits and liquors to its offerings. Today, they’re an understandably popular fixture at various Renaissance festivals – and our own Florida Keys Brew BQ. As one of the oldest forms of alcohol in the world, mead is made by fermenting honey, yeast and water for six to eight months. Shorter fermentation will still yield an alcoholic product,

FITTING LIBATIONS

Keys Meads brings an alternative

A mango mead is Keys Meads’ newest concoction available this weekend.

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but the six-month version makes it possible to fully infuse the beverage with a chosen fruit or spice flavor.

“The longer it sits, the better it gets,” said Bramblett. “It’s smoother and more refined. Otherwise it just tastes like straight alcohol.

“It’s one of those drinks that’s very versatile,” she continued. “It can go in almost any type of cocktail drink, and it’s also gluten free. You can heat it up, you can chill it or just drink it at room temperature, depending on your choice.”

For those looking to pair their barbecue intake with an appropriate mead, Bramblett suggests the meadery’s Jamaican cherry beverage, one that she says won’t lose its flavor beneath the taste of the barbecue.

And if you’re looking for a standalone beverage, Keys Meads will have their newest mango-flavored concoction on hand, as well as their traditional Key Largo wildflower and orange blossom beverages.

Visit Keys Meads at booths 1, 2, 11 and 12 at this weekend’s Brew BQ, pay them a visit in person at 99411 Overseas Highway in Key Largo, or visit keysmeads.com to learn more. Most meads run between $16 and $40 per bottle, depending on the difficulty of obtaining the ingredients and brewing the final product.

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MARATHON WEEKLY / JULY 14, 2022 A rooster, a white ibis, a laughing gull and a common myna were seen fighting over food recently in a McDonald’s parking lot. MARK HEDDEN/Keys Weekly

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t was 7:30 a.m. in the McDonald’s drive-through line. The sun was low, the line was long,but the service was pretty good and things moved at an impressively brisk pace. I was in that no-man’sland between paying and getting your food when I saw it – a sight I should have never seen.

It was a fight – a four-way fight – among a laughing gull, a white ibis, a common myna and a rooster.

They were brawling over some scrap of food. A chunk MARK of bun? A hash brown? It was impossible to tell. It was HEDDEN too early to be a French fry. Maybe it was a slice of bacon, as it did not pull apart easily and lent itself to ... is a photograsome serious tug o’ war. pher, writer, and The action was taking place off to the right, next semi-professional birdwatcher. He to where they make you wait if they screwed up your has lived in Key order, or if you ordered something difficult. Two guys West for more were sitting in a van with the side door open, looking than 25 years and as if they’d just placed bets on the birds. may no longer On paper, the safest odds would be on the roostbe employable in the real world. He er. Weighing about 3 pounds and standing around is also executive 30 inches tall, it had the bulk, not to mention some director of the seriously powerful neck muscles developed from a Florida Keys Audulife of pecking at the ground. He also would have had bon Society. experience, fighting on a regular basis over territories and potential mates.

But the white ibis, standing about 25 inches tall and weighing around 2 pounds, also had some game. While it seemed like a leggy, classy creature – the kind where, say, the ancient Egyptians might take its head, attach it to a human body, and call it a moon god (see: Thoth) – its long, decurved bill would allow it to sneak in from something of a distance and snatch things up like a martial arts expert who specialized in chopsticks.

The laughing gull came in at about 16 inches and threequarters of a pound, making it a longshot, until you add in the professional ruthlessness with which laughing gulls live their lives.

Maybe it would use its superior flight skills to swoop into the scrum. Maybe it would just use its hard-wired cunning and force of will.

The common myna, at just under 10 inches tall and a quarter of a pound, was Lilliputian by comparison, a total outlier. Mynas are in the same family as starlings, though, and they’re all smart birds, so it had intellect on its side. And the fact that the other birds were mostly ignoring it meant that while the Clash of the Titans was going on above, it had a chance of sneaking in and grabbing whatever it was they were all fighting over. If it could grab the disputed food and bolt under a car before the others caught it, it’d be home free.

It was a surprisingly even battle. The rooster would grab the food target, the gull would jump in and rip it out of his mouth. But then the rooster would peck at him, and the gull would drop the food to defend himself. Then the common myna, with its yellow bandit mask, would rush in below the radar and grab it, and try to make off with it, and the white ibis would extend itself, stab at the food thing and pry it away.

It went on like this, in varying low-grade combat combinations, for some time – a round robin of conflict without any robins.

Conflict and competition aren’t anything new in the natural world. They’re part of the evolutionary process, though survival of the fittest is not quite the winner-takes-all principle that a lot of

people believe.

What made the parking lot scuffle outside the natural order of things was that two of the species shouldn’t have been there – or even in the same hemisphere.

Laughing gulls and white ibis are both native North American species, having evolved in the ecosystems in which they live, and generally thriving. Chickens and common mynas are both Old World species.

Chickens are more properly called red junglefowl, or Gallus gallus if you want to get Latin about it. They evolved in the jungles of Southeast Asia, and wandered out about 3,500 years ago, when cultivated rice patties started showing up in their neighborhood. It used to be thought that they were initially domesticated not as a food source, but because it was fun to bet on cock fights, but current thinking is they were somewhat revered. It is thought they made it to Europe about 2,800 years ago, Africa about 11,000 years ago, and the New World with the first Europeans, about 500 years ago.

The chickens we see in Key West and the Keys aren’t wild, but domesticated animals gone feral, basically products of a long process of unnatural selection that we, as a species, have pretty much abandoned.

The common mynas are the newest of the bunch. They also evolved in southern Asia, but were released in places like Hawaii and New Zealand, outside of their native ecosystem, as a form of insect control, though most agree the unintended consequences, such as raiding crops and making a lot of noise, outweighed their intended benefits.

Common mynas were first spotted in North America in Dade County in the 1980s, though they were most likely not intentionally introduced, but rather escaped pets. They were first seen in Key West in the mid 1990s.

While considered something of a plague in other places, their South Florida population has been rather slow growing, possibly even shrinking. (They used to breed in the sign at the Kmart plaza Publix, but haven’t in recent years.)

At the drive-through window, the woman had to grab my attention to give me my bacon, egg and cheese biscuit. I pulled into traffic after that and headed north. It wasn’t until I was across Cow Key Bridge when I realized I should have stuck around and watched to see how it all turned out.

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2022 Marathon Meltdown celebrates serious weight loss

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fter 11 weeks of counting calories, pumping out sweat and trying their best to nix their bad health habits, the 2022 Marathon Meltdown contestants came together on July 7 to celebrate their achievements at the Meltdown awards ceremony. With incredible food provided by Bongos Botanical Beer Garden, the evening paid proper tribute to standout teams and contestants in the weight loss challenge – with a few more less-than-serious awards thrown in along the way. Thank you to all of our participants for your dedication, to all of the local restaurants who contributed prizes for our winners, and to Fishermen’s Community Hospital for teaming with the Weekly once again in a commitment to better health in our community.

— Alex Rickert 1. The staff of Bongos Botanical Beer Garden provided a perfect event space.

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3. Marathon Weekly editor Alex Rickert emcees the evening.

4. Baptist program coordinator Beth Ruhmann thanks participants for their dedication and encourages them to keep moving forward with their goals.

5. ‘Team Less is More’ (Donna Hoffman, left, Michelle Franck and Bruce Franck) finished as the sixth overall team, led by Bruce’s impressive top-three individual performance.

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6. Team ‘Slim-O-Knockers’ (Giovanna Vargas-Guzman, left, Mariuska Perdomo and Melissa Johnson) are looking great after losing a combined 12.8%.

7. Some of the delicious food spread provided by Bongos.

8. The Weekly’s ‘Locked and Bloated’ (Alex Rickert, left, Javier Reyes and Patti Childress) put in a valiant effort but narrowly missed the podium, finishing in fourth place.

9. The ‘Air Bellies’ (Diana Quiroga Wilson, left, Wilson Torres and Viviana Torres) combined to lose nearly 15% of their body weight.

Photos by Alex Rickert and Patti Childress

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AND THE WINNERS ARE… The 2022 Marathon Meltdown is in the books, and it’s finally time to celebrate our winners. For 11 challenging weeks, 39 contestants, split among 13 teams, watched their diets and amped up their exercises in an effort to shed some extra weight just in time for summer. Below are the final standings for the 2022 Meltdown, ranked by the sum of all team members’ body weight losses (in percentages). Congratulations to all our contestants, and see you next year!

36.2%

32.3%

30.4%

WII NOT FIT

SASSY BY SUMMER

TONS OF FUN

Paul, Danielle , Malinda

Nicole, Lisa, Teresa

Andrew, Lisa, John

4. Locked & Bloated - 21.5%

7. Air Bellies - 14.6%

10. Oversize Highway - 7.5%

5. Cardio Barbies - 21.0%

8. Slim-O-Knockers - 12.8%

11. Time Out Toners - 6.4%

6. Team Less is More - 19.7%

9. Lift It to Lose It - 8.3%

12. Waisting Away Again - 5.8%

Alex, Patti, Javier

Diana, Wilson, Viviana

Melissa, Samantha, Donna

Melissa, Giovanna, Mariuska

Michelle, Bruce, Donna

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Lorie, Eric, Anneke

Natalie, Julie, Michelle

Robert, Mallory, Kacey

13. Make It Happen - 0.2%

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Teresa Horachek - 13.4%

Malinda Lebo - 12.9%

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RUNNER UP

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Paul Lebo - 14.5%

John Gates - 10.5%

Bruce Franck - 8.7%

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OTHER AWARDS

NICOLE PETRICK

PAUL LEBO

Greatest BMI Drop

Largest 1-Week Weight Drop - (8.3 pounds)

MELISSA CARTAN Most Enthusiastic

LYNNY THOMPSON Ferris Bueller Award (Most Missed Weigh-Ins)

BY THE NUMBERS Though it wasn’t easy, the sacrifices made by Meltdown participants undoubtedly paid off. We crunched the numbers, and…

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VIVIANA TORRES Atlas Award (lost 5.4% more than anyone else on her team)

WII NOT FIT Baptist Health Education Seminars Leader

MAKE IT HAPPEN If You Had Fun, You Won Award - (0.2% total lost among all 3 team members)

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average loss, in pounds, per contestant

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pounds lost by all Meltdown participants combined

5.4%

average body weight loss in percentage

points dropped by all contestants on the BMI scale. For reference, that’s enough of a drop to go from “obese” to “normal” on the BMI scale more than 13 times.

average drop per contestant on the BMI scale

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Jean Etienne is a friendly face delivering the mail for the U.S. Postal Service. ALEX RICKERT/Keys Weekly

JEAN ETIENNE Postal carrier, U.S. Postal Service

How did you originally come to Marathon? I came to Marathon to work for the post office.

What would you like to be remembered for? I want to be remembered for being kind and helping others.

What song always gets you on the dance floor? “Call Your Girlfriend” by Robyn.

What is your dream vacation? I would love to go to Brazil to visit the statues of Jesus – Christ the Redeemer.

What’s the weirdest package you’ve had to deliver?

The weirdest packages are always the ones that smell.

What would you do if you won the lottery? If I won the lottery, I would help others.

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No matter how many individuals appear in the pages of each edition of our papers, there are always so many more of our community members who deserve to be recognized. In an effort to shine a spotlight on more of the incredible individuals who live and work in these islands, Keys Weekly is proud to share our Neighbor of the Week feature, dedicated to celebrating a community member with each issue.

In an island chain that survives largely off of Amazon orders, the hardworking men and women of the U.S. Postal Service are a critical lifeline. Our next Neighbor of the Week isn’t just one of Marathon’s mail carriers; he is our own postman for the Marathon branch of Keys Weekly.

What’s the weirdest or funniest app on your phone?

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What’s one thing most people never knew about you? That I’m a kind person.

(Editor’s note: we’re not sure that no one knows this. Jean is one of our favorite people at the Marathon office.)

Two truths and a lie? I love Jesus, I love my job and I love Amazon. (If you guessed that Matt, last week’s Neighbor of the Week, lied about crashing his car into a dump truck, you guessed right.)

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FULL SEND TRAVIS PASTRANA TAKES FLIGHT OVER BOOT KEY BRIDGE

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he Boot Key drawbridge was removed in 2010, leaving a 65-foot gap in the decommissioned Marathon bridge that connected mainland Marathon to the mangrove island of Boot Key. For worldrenowned stuntman Travis Pastrana, gaps that size aren’t an issue.

In a jaw-dropping jump that is projected as the opening shot for the next “Gymkhana” installment – a series that is widely regarded as one of the most popular motorsports films, with its last episode racking up more than 51 million views on YouTube – Pastrana partnered with Hoonigan Industries to send a car over the open span twice on July 11, clearing a helicopter hovering in the gap.

“In Marathon, we had the perfect location to do something really insane,” said Vin Anatra, Hoonigan vice president of business development. “We think that this is going to be one of the best films that we’ve made.”

The stunt marked the film crew’s second trip to the Keys in 2022, with previous shoots occurring throughout the islands in January.

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The Boot Key jump was always Hoonigan’s main target, but initial plans to jump the bridge were nixed by Marathon’s city staff, citing liability concerns and a lack of planning and coordination with appropriate emergency services. Shooting was further delayed when Pastrana suffered a broken pelvis in a base jumping accident in Miami just days after the first Keys shoot.

But at its June 2022 meeting, the Marathon City Council voted 3-2 to approve the stunt with a list of contingencies, including a load test to ensure the structural integrity of the bridge and a comprehensive operations plan. Negotiations between the parties were spearheaded by Fort Lauderdale-based producer David Wells, who encouraged Hoonigan executives to revisit the idea of the shoot and eventually secured a pledge of $30,000 from the company to be used by the city of Marathon for youth recreation programs.

“We’ll put some light on Marathon and how beautiful this place is, but we also know it’s a bit of an inconvenience for everyone involved,” said Anatra. “So we want to make sure that we could at least give back to the community and make sure that they really see that support and appreciation from the inside.”

Pastrana’s ride for the flight was a “car (he’s) dreamed of his whole life”: a heavily modified 1983 Subaru GL wagon. Dubbed the “Family Huckster” by Hoonigan in a nod to National Lampoon’s “Family Vacation,” the car features carbon fiber body panels as well as “active aero” elements – flaps that can be manually controlled to adjust the car’s flight in midair. The screaming four-cylinder engine punches out an astounding 862 horsepower, enabling Pastrana’s approach to the bridge at speeds approaching 130 mph.

“When we came here, we wanted to do a throwback,” said Subaru motorsports manager Bill Stokes. “It’s historic, classic.

“This car is more of a brick, but it’s designed to be adjustable. We tested it quite a bit at Opa Locka Airport and made sure that with the takeoff angle that we have the speed to get the distance that we need. … This is up there with the craziest (things we’ve done).”

The jump may have been among Hoonigan’s craziest, but Pastrana made it look easy, clearing the gap with plenty of room to spare and covering the south side of the bridge with celebratory burnouts. And just because one time wasn’t crazy enough, the crew used a

1. The Hoonigans were tasked with jumping the 65-foot gap in the Boot Key bridge.

2. Travis Pastrana gets suited up.

3. Combined with blazing speeds, even a low-rising ramp gave the modified Subaru GL wagon enough air to clear the gap with ease.

4. Hoonigan’s ‘Family Huckster,’ a modified Subaru GL wagon, boasts 862 horsepower.

5. Travis Pastrana sends it over the gap and a hovering helicopter.

Photos by Barry Gaukel and Alex Rickert

crane and barge from Marathon Seawalls & Docks to re-load the wagon onto the north side of the bridge for a second jump as the Black Rifle Coffee Company helicopter made a highspeed pass through the gap.

The next “Gymkhana” film does not have a set release date yet, but most production executives said it should be available within the next few months.

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ENTITLED RUDENESS How not to behave in public

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don’t know about you, but it sure seems that we are living in the Golden Age of Rudeness. People feel that they are entitled to behave badly in so many public situations, and it is really affecting everyday life. I’m not sure if it’s a symptom or a cause of our current demonize-your-opponent political climate. I do know, however, that we seem to be seeing a whole lot more bad behavior in public than ever before.

All one has to do is watch the news or head over to YouTube to see examples of this horrendous behavior. Since air travel resumed after the pandemic, flight attendants and gate agents have often been victims of these socially challenged malcontents. The verbal and physical abuse that issues forth from these raging loons has resulted in actual bodily injury, as well as the mental scars they leave behind.

A passenger, enraged after being asked to wear a mask, turned into a rabid dog, complete with growling, barking and snapping. Another strange dude wearing a paper Burger King crown launched into a racist tirade, calling other passengers the n-word repeatedly. A woman standing in the aisle of the aircraft would not allow a flight attendant to get past her, loudly proclaiming that she was a queen and that everyone should bow to her.

That kind of behavior during the boarding process usually results in the offensive passenger’s removal from the aircraft by the local constabulary before takeoff. When a passenger gets unruly during flight, the crew and other passengers often secure the aircraft by duct-taping the loud-mouthed loser to his or her seat.

A new breed of public offenders are the so-called sovereign citizens and First Amendment auditors. Sovereign citizens believe that they don’t need things like driver licenses or license plates, that they don’t have to identify themselves to law enforcement, and that they are above any local governing law. Their traffic stops almost always end badly … for the sovereign citizen. The First Amendment auditors specialize in taking video cameras into courthouses, post offices and other government buildings where shooting video is not allowed, mostly for privacy reasons. They often shove their cameras or cell phones into people’s faces and make horrible asses of themselves before law enforcement officers send them packing or take them into custody. These folks are real entitled pieces of … work.

There are a whole lot of “Karen” videos that feature the disturbed outbursts of entitled men and women who are rude to customer service people, demand to JOHN see a manager, and BARTUS otherwise make people’s lives a is the Mayor of living hell. Whether the City of Marait’s the fast food thon. He also is drive-through, the a musician who performs around mall store, or the customer service town. For more see johnbartus. window at the com bank, Karens come unglued and ruin the days of everyone around them.

Workers who are just trying to do their jobs don’t deserve to be treated like the personal slaves of these Karens.

We are all familiar with road rage incidents, where people feel that they and they alone own the road. Those entitled drivers feel justified in cutting other drivers off for no reason, making left turns from the rightmost lane – and need I mention turn signals?

Down here in the islands, that vehicular madness sometimes makes its way to boats. Several years back, a lobster diver was arrested for using a firearm to scare other divers away from “his” hole. This really happened. I hope “your” hole was worth the jail time.

Some of the worst sub-human behavior happens in public restrooms.

The worst is when I go into a toilet stall, and the guy before me was just too damn lazy to raise the toilet seat before hosing down just about everything he could reach. I’m really not sure why people think this is an okay thing to do.

I just hope I haven’t given anyone any ideas here. Life is way too short to have to deal with the boorish and entitled, and let’s hope their numbers dwindle as cell phone videos of the unhinged call them out for their bad behavior. I’ll leave you with this bit of sage advice: In a world where you can be anything, be kind. ­ Catch John each Monday at Boon— docks, Tuesdays and Wednesdays at the Key Colony Inn, and Thursdays at Sparky’s Landing. Find his music anywhere you download or stream your music. www.johnbartus.com

MONROE COUNTY’S COMMISSIONERS ELECTED TO FLORIDA ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES POSITIONS

Monroe County Commissioner Michelle Coldiron, second from left, is the FAC second vice president. CONTRIBUTED

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onroe County Commissioners Michelle Coldiron and Holly Merrill Raschein were elected on July 1 to represent the Florida Association of Counties (FAC) at the annual FAC conference held in Orlando. Commissioner Jim Scholl also attended the conference with County Administrator Roman Gastesi and Legislative Affairs Director Lisa Tennyson.

Coldiron was elected by her peers to serve as second vice president of the governing board of the association.

Coldiron has been a FAC member since being elected to the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners in 2018.

“The amount of knowledge and networking exchanged is immeasurable, and being on the executive board will allow Monroe County issues to see the limelight on the state level,” Coldiron said. “The connections I’ve made through FAC will continue to benefit the well-being of our county and all of the counties in Florida.”

Merrill Raschein was elected by her peers to the association’s board of directors.

“This is really great to have two Monroe County commissioners represent us on this association,” said Tennyson. “Commissioner Coldiron brings her ability to build consensus and is a natural leader, and Commissioner Merrill Raschein brings her legislative experience to the board.

Both are a huge asset to FAC.” The FAC board of directors comprises one county commissioner from each of the 40 state senate districts, five executive officers, six county commissioners appointed at large, and the association’s past presidents.

The FAC represents the interests of Florida’s counties, especially the importance of protecting home rule – the concept that government closest to the people governs best – through advocacy, education and collaboration.

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EARLY SETTLERS OF LIGNUMVITAE KEY

Island didn’t attract large population, but did see farming and possible development

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ignumvitae Key is in the Islamorada area of the Upper Keys. The island is a bit off the beaten path because it was never connected by the Key West Extension of Henry Flagler’s East Coast Railway or the Overseas Highway. Like many islands making up the approximately 1,700-island archipelago, Lignumvitae Key is home to fantastic history.

In last week’s column, we explored some of the island’s early names and prehistoric history; now, we will dig into the island’s evolution after Florida became part of a burgeoning United States.

It has never attracted a large population but has been home to a handful of people over the years. The first man recorded living on the island in the years after it became an American territory was Captain Rooke.

William Hackley, a salvage lawyer from Key West, recorded his presence in an 1831 diary entry. According to Hackley, he witnessed Captain Rooke clearing land on the island and building a house. During Hackley’s visit to the island, he set traps hoping to catch a few raccoons, but when he returned the following day to check, his traps were empty.

By 1834, a man named Joseph Lewton was building a home on the island. By occupying the island, he hoped to make a preemption claim on the land. All indications are that by the time he arrived on the island, Captain Rooke was no longer living there.

The next recorded inhabitant came decades later. He was a sizeable Norwegian sailor named Captain Cole who arrived circa 1868.

Cole is described as an educated man with a bookshelf in his home filled with books written in several languages. Cole cultivated watermelons and sold them in Key West.

In 1879, Lignumvitae Key was surveyed by a representative of the U.S. government.

After that piece of red tape was waded through, the island became available for sale. Captain William H. Bethel of Indian Key became the first official owner of the island.

He paid 75 cents per acre in 1881. Bethel

had been overseeing a small sisal plantation on the island, hoping that the fiber it produced would be a profitable crop. It was not, and he switched to growing pineapple and watermelon.

Bethel’s island farm was not long-lived, and, in 1888, he sold it to the brothers Thomas A. and Edward A. Hine for $2,000 – it was a handsome profit. The Hine brothers invested in coconut crops. When the island was sold in 1919, coconuts continued to be the preferred cash crop.

The Biscayne Chemical Company, William John Matheson, president, bought the island. Matheson had been overseeing coconut plantations on Key Biscayne and at least two other farms on Upper Matecumbe Key. After the island was purchased, Matheson authorized the construction of a twostory, four-bedroom coral-rock house that still stands today. In the years that followed, additional improvements to the island were made, including the clearing of land, construction of a cistern to collect rainwater, and the development of a windmill that was erected to provide electricity in 1929.

It stood 87 feet tall. The following year, William Matheson died of a heart attack while aboard his yacht as it navigated the Straits of Florida. His son, Hugh Matheson, took control of the property.

It was Hugh who brought a menagerie to roam about the island. Among the addition of several other species, he introduced peacocks, burros from Mexico, Angora goats from India, and giant Galapagos tortoises.

Due to behavioral problems, the goats and tortoises were a short-lived experiment. The goats were shipped off because they kept butting their heads against indigenous trees and knocking them over because of the shallow nature of their root structures.

The giant tortoises were carted off to the Crandon Park Zoo because they preferred the exotic succulents to the indigenous cactus they were brought in to devour in the first place.

It was Hugh who had six cannons, which that currently festoon the gently sloping lawn leading away from the coral rock house, brought to the island. The cannons were salvaged at Carysfort Reef from the wreck BRAD of the H.M.S. Winchester BERTELLI that sank in 1695. They arrived in 1938. After is an author, the 1953 death of Hugh speaker, and FlorMatheson, the island ida Keys historian. was sold to a group that His latest book, nearly destroyed its “The Florida Keys Skunk Ape Files,” integrity. is a fun blend of Three individutwo of his favorite als from South Florida subjects — Florida purchased the island for Keys history and $125,000. The minority the Skunk Ape. owners were Dr. Nelson Pearson, a physician in Coral Gables, and J. Abney Cox, a prominent Homestead potato farmer. The significant shareholder was Dr. E.C. Lunsford, a Miami dentist. Lunsford planned to develop the island with beaches, boat ramps, public roads and a golf course. To make the island more accessible, he spearheaded an action to build a causeway that would bridge Lignumvitae Key to the Overseas Highway.

The feat was nearly accomplished.

Fortunately, Captain Al Lipford, a local fishing guide, learned of the plan and formed the Citizens Council of Monroe County.

They circulated petitions that garnered the necessary signatures to squash the project.

Instead, the island has been conserved, and the last virgin tropical hammock in North America was protected. The State of Florida purchased it and nearby Shell Key for just under $2 million. The Nature Conservancy contributed $200,000 toward the purchase.

The island is now home to Lignumvitae Key Botanical State Park – the first botanical state park in Florida’s history.

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BRIEFLY

OBITUARY Marathon announces hearing on public grant funding The city of Marathon is holding a public hearing on Friday, July 15 at 3 p.m. at the fire station. The city is applying for a grant that could total more than $2 million from the Small Cities Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. The grants would help the city meet objectives ranging from neighborhood or commercial revitalization to construction activities. Specifically, the city is considering a project that will help with persistent flooding issues at Jesse Hobbs Park. A second public hearing will be held on Monday, July 18 at 5:30 p.m. at Marathon City Hall.

For information concerning the public hearing, contact Maria Covelli, grants coordinator, at 305743-0033 or covellim@ci.marathon.fl.us. The city complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you are a disabled person requiring special accommodations or assistance, please notify the city ADA coordinator at 305-289-5022 of such need at least 72 hours (3 days) in advance.

Marathon Library continues schedule of classes Friday, July 15: Photography (adults/teens): Fun weekly assignments and explore your phone and camera features, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; Family Movie Matinee, 2 p.m.; Arts and Crafts, 4 p.m.

Saturday, July 16: Easy Yoga (Adults) 10 a.m.; Game Time! 3 p.m.

Monday, July 18: 3D Printing Open Lab, 10 a.m.; VR and Robots Open Lab, 3:30 p.m.

Tuesday, July 19: Fine Art, Watercolor and other mediums, 9:30-11:30 a.m. (adults/teens); MahJong, 10 a.m.; Preschool "Honor The Oceans" Storytime, 10:30 a.m.; Summer Reading: Teen Challenge, 4 p.m.; Dungeons & Dragons (adults), 5 p.m.

Wednesday, July 20: Cosmic Kids Movement & Yoga Adventures, 10:30 a.m.; Maker Lab (Kids), 3:30 p.m.; Dungeons & Dragons (Adults), 5 p.m.

Thursday, July 21: Summer Reading Event: Find an injured bird? Wild Bird Center staff teach how to be a wild bird first responder (ages 6-12), 10:30 a.m.; Family Games Challenge! 2-4 p.m.

Registration is now open for youth soccer, flag football Registration for the City of Marathon and Marathon Youth Club’s fall soccer and flag football seasons ends on Saturday, July 30. Clinics and practices start in August.

Soccer will be on Mondays and Wednesdays with the older age groups playing games on Friday nights. The cost is $50 per child. Start Smart soccer for the little ones will be on Saturdays at a cost of $40 per child. Flag football will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays at a cost of $50 per child. More information will be announced soon.

A dedicated registration night is set for Monday, July 25 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Marathon Community Park. Families can now pay online during registration. Coaches, referees and concession stand volunteers are needed. For more information, follow Marathon Youth Sports on Facebook or contact marathonyouthclub305@gmail.com. The link to volunteer, register and pay online can be found at: https://clubs.bluesombrero.com/cityofmarathonparksandrec

MARILYN TEMPEST 1937-2022 It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to our beloved mother, Marilyn Tempest, who passed away peacefully, surrounded by her children and grandchildren, at the age of 85 on June 26.

Born Marilyn Mathews in Brooklyn, New York on May 16, 1937, “Lyn” as she was known by her childhood friends, lived a full and rewarding life.

She graduated from Fort Lauderdale High School, pursuing her passion for her faith, theater and academics while being part of the cheerleading squad, many of whom remained dear friends all her life. Her cheerleading continued at Drexel University, where her infectious smile and vivacious personality earned her the title of PanHellenic Queen and drew the attention of her eventual partner in life, USN Capt. Edward “Harry” Tempest, as she cheered during one of his football games.

Earning Bachelor of Science degrees in finance and accounting, Marilyn graduated and married Harry on May 16, 1959 at St. John’s Episcopal Church, in Essex, New York. She spent the next 28 years traveling the country as a Navy wife while raising her two sons, Mark and Scott, all the while maintaining her passion for her faith, theater and community service.

With her children off to college, Marilyn decided to start a career and was quickly promoted up the ranks of the Department of Defense, where she installed some of the first computerized database systems for military personnel management. Upon the culmination of a 20-year career with the DOD and in coordination with her husband’s retirement from the Navy, Marilyn and Harry relocated to Marathon in 1996 for some of the best years of her life.

As those who knew Marilyn might assume, retirement was only the beginning of a new chapter of her life of service and passion. Marilyn was very active within the Marathon

community, even running for election and winning a seat on the Marathon City Council from 2006-2008. Marilyn served on many community support councils and boards throughout her 25 years in Marathon while also furthering her passion for the performing arts and her faith. Marilyn was very active with St. Columba Episcopal Church in Marathon, serving as treasurer for seven years and singing in the choir all the while. The Marathon Community Theatre was another passion of Marilyn’s. She served as president, vice president, and secretary over the years while performing in many productions.

One of her favorites was the production “The Sound of Music,” where she sang the solo “Climb Every Mountain” in the role of Mother Superior. In her later years at MCT, Marilyn directed and produced many other productions. In what spare time she had, Marilyn was an accomplished competitive bridge player and played regularly in Marathon. She came within just a few earned points of achieving Life Master status.

Perhaps her biggest joy was as a mother to her sons, Scott and Mark, grandmother to her four grandchildren, and loving companion to one of her rescue dogs. Her sons and grandchildren visited Marilyn and Harry often in Marathon, becoming friends with the wonderful new family of neighbors and friends that the pair had made. They intend to keep Marilyn and Harry’s home in Marathon to continue these relationships and hope to pass the legacy on to their children.

Marilyn will be forever missed walking her rescue dog at Sombrero Beach every day at daybreak. Upon returning home from her walk, Marilyn would often post a picture of the beautiful sunrise seen from her back porch along with a short note of her appreciation for the life she had been blessed with. Marilyn’s infectious smile can almost be seen as we view the Marathon sunrise today.

Marilyn’s husband Harry passed away in 2017. She is survived by her sons Mark Tempest (Norma) of Tampa, Florida and Scott Tempest (Laura) of Lighthouse Point, Florida; granddaughters Melissa Tempest and Gracie Tempest; and grandsons Ben Tempest and Kyle Tempest.

A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, Aug. 27 at 3 p.m. at St. Columba Episcopal Church in Marathon. A formal funeral will be held at a date to be determined at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia, where she will be buried alongside her husband Harry. In lieu of flowers, please offer any donations in her name to Marathon Community Theatre or the Florida Keys SPCA.

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It is a violation of Monroe County code to throw garbage into Monroe County canals, including fish or lobster carcasses. CONTRIBUTED

MONROE COUNTY: DUMPING FISH AND LOBSTER CARCASSES IN CANALS IS ILLEGAL

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id you know: It is a violation of Monroe County code to throw garbage into Monroe County canals, including fish and lobster carcasses?

Monroe County Code prohibits the practice of throwing debris and garbage, including fish and lobster carcasses, into canals. Section 21-21(b) prohibits throwing, placing and depositing garbage in canals, among other places.

Section 21-21(b) reads: No person shall throw, place or deposit or cause to be thrown, placed or deposited, any solid waste, special waste, sludge, trash, junk, abandoned vehicle, abandoned vessel, garbage, or filth of any kind into or on any of the public streets, roads, highways, bridges, alleys, lanes, thoroughfares, waters, canals or vacant lots, or upon the premises of any other person within the limits of the county.

Additionally, Section 118-12(d) of the Land Development Code prohibits fish-cleaning tables that directly discharge into surface waters, which includes canal waters.

Why is it bad? The odor associated with floating carcasses in the water is bad enough, but other issues include attracting wildlife like sharks to residential canals where people or pets may swim, or pelicans that can be harmed when eating the carcasses. Another serious problem is that discarded carcasses use dissolved oxygen to decay, and lower dissolved oxygen levels in canals can harm the overall health and ecosystem in the canal. Lower dissolved oxygen levels can lead to methane build-up or the “rotten egg” smell that can happen in unhealthy canals.

What should be done with the carcass? Be a good neighbor. The preferred disposal method is through the county’s garbage vendors, who pick up garbage twice a week. To contain the smell, local charter fishermen suggest putting the scraps into a trash bag and sealing it tight for proper disposal during trash pickup. Scraps can also be placed in bags and frozen until the next trash pick-up or used as chum or bait on subsequent boat trips offshore.

Monroe County recognizes that enforcement is challenging because violations must be witnessed firsthand by a person authorized to enforce the ordinance, such as a law enforcement or code enforcement officer. A citation can’t be issued without an officer witnessing the violation (even if cell phone video footage exists). Let’s all do our part to maintain our canals and waterways by not throwing scraps or carcasses into the canals.

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FUEL YOUR WANDERLUST

HISTORICAL FICTION, ROMANCE AND A MEMOIR WILL INSPIRE YOUR NEXT TRIP TO ITALY.

OUR DARKEST NIGHT

By Jennifer Robson Antonina Mazin lives with her father, a brilliant doctor, in Venice, Italy. As the Nazis close in on their little world in the fall of 1943, her father knows he must send his daughter away to safety. Antonina becomes Nina.

She is “married” to Nico Gerardi, a farmer in the countryside. This handsome young man is to keep Nina out of danger through the war, and she will pose as his wife and help on the family farm.

Manual labor is not an easy change for Nina, a lifelong city girl. As the war inches closer to their village, the local Nazi officials grow suspicious of Nico’s travels. Much to Nina’s surprise, she is falling hopeKAREN lessly in love with the NEWFIELD kindest, bravest man she has ever met. ... a reader and Happiness seems just now a writer, has hundreds of book within reach as the horrors of World War reviews at: www. readingandeatII close in on them. A ing.com. For family saga filled with questions and history, love and the comments, email most gorgeous Italian karen@newfield. scenery. org.

ONE HOT ITALIAN SUMMER

By Karina Halle After losing her closest friend and writing partner, Grace Harper has signed a contract for a completely different novel, a drama. Writing mysteries came naturally from Grace’s bleak Edinburgh apartment that eerily faced the cemetery. Now, suffering from writer’s block and melancholy, Grace feels like she is drowning. Her agent, Jana, offers a month in a Tuscan villa surrounded by rolling hills, Italian sunshine and the opportunity to quietly write. While taking a quick dip in the luxurious pool, her hopes are quickly dashed with embarrassment when the most handsome Italian man she has ever seen walks onto the patio. Claudio, Jana’s ex, was supposed to be away. Together they agree they can manage to share the space for a month. Claudio is charming, sexy and an extremely talented artist. Although Grace finds him irresistible, she is terrified Jana will discover the truth.

This explosive and steamy read is the perfect summer getaway.

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THE ITALIAN JOB

By Kathryn Freeman Anna Roberts has lost her boyfriend, job and apartment seemingly overnight and is forced to move back home with her father. Instantly annoyed by her neighbor – Jake has always been trouble! – Anna works hard to avoid him and his loud motorcycle. One day Anna finds an ideal opportunity to manage and cook at a magnificent private castle in Italy. There’s one catch: the owners are looking to fill the caretaking position with a couple. Initially discouraged, Anna thinks Jake might also be searching for a brand new start.

The two apply and surprisingly get the job. Now they are off to Italy to spend a year pretending to be in love. After one or two hurdles it is clear they actually work well together and make a dynamic team. When a “pretend” kiss shoots off more than a few rockets, Anna realizes that maybe it won’t be that hard to fake it after all.

IN OTHER WORDS

By Jhumpa Lahiri Fans of Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jhumpa Lahiri have enjoyed her fictional stories of immigrant families loosely reflecting her life as an American daughter of Bengali immigrants.

“In Other Words” is her first nonfiction that reads like a novel but is a heartfelt memoir describing the author’s long-awaited dream of moving her family from the U.S. to Italy. After the family’s arrival in Rome, she sets herself a challenge: to read and write only in Italian. The written and spoken words that allow us to communicate with the world are precious, and for a writer, words are everything. This glimpse into the rare process of an author finding a brave new voice is fascinating.

“In Other Words” is reminiscent of another book about the love of language, Dreaming in Hindi

by Katherine Russell Rich. Both illustrate how we are affected and emotionally attached to our first language compared to those learned later in life.

WATCH TIP: Want to be in Italy pronto? Travel to Sicily by watching “The Godfather” (1972) or “Love & Gelato” (2022), a romcom in Rome, both on Netflix now!

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WELCOMING A NEW FOX YOUNGLING Kai will have new home in the Keys mid-August

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i friends! Reef the fox here with this week’s “Reef’s Report.”

So, I am not quite sure what to make of this news I am about to share with you all. If you follow us on social media, you may have seen the announcement already. My mother has decided to take in a baby fox. Now we all know I am, and will always be, THE baby, but this new baby is only 10 weeks old and was rescued from a fur farm REEF by our friends at SaveAFox Corporation in Minnesota last week.

THE FOX I know, I know, you are thinking, “but Reef, he needed to be saved and given a loving home.” Yeah Reef is a red fox that was saved well, why this home? Mom keeps telling me that this from a fur farm. is why we are here. This is our goal. To take in foxes He now lives in that need specialized care and to be able to continue Key Largo with to raise awareness on how insanely cruel the fur his human, Nicole industry is. She told me to take a deep breath and Navarro. think about someone besides myself for once.

Mom decided to name him Kai. In Hawaiian culture, it means “sea.”

In Japanese culture, it means “shell.”

Kai is also considered to have Welsh, Scandinavian and Greek roots; its meaning is “keeper of the keys and earth.” So I guess that name will fit in nicely around here. Aside from that, Kai appears to be a color morph of the red fox called Sapphire. Unfortunately, that color, which is manmade by fur farmers, can come with a lot of genetic defects. Sapphire foxes are extremely rare and difficult to produce (1/64 chances to obtain a sapphire fox when crossing the two types of pearl together), due to the rarity of Mansfield pearl foxes needed to produce them.

Sadly, two foxes of the same color that were able to be saved from fur farms in the past few years at other rescues did not make it past the age of 3. Remember, fur farmers do not breed foxes for longevity. They breed them for highly sought after colors that will make them money.

So little Kai is the product of that, as are all of us foxes here at Pawsitive

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And now that I’ve typed this all out and had a chance to really take in the seriousness of it all, I am glad Kai is coming here. I know my mom and our veterinarian will do everything they can to give him the best life possible, just like they did with me and the other five foxes that live here.

Does it mean I won’t get an attitude? Probably not. But it does mean that I will do my very best to be a good big brother to the little guy. So Kai will arrive here mid-August and I’m sure you will be seeing more of him after his arrival.

Keep up with all our happenings on pawsitivebeginnings.org and until next time, Reef, over and out.

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From cats and dogs to Guinea pigs, hamsters, rabbits, reptiles and birds, the perfect addition to your family is waiting for you at one of the SPCA’s two campuses, in Key West and Marathon. The SPCA’s knowledgeable staff will help with advice and care tips while working to ensure a good fit between each pet and its people. The SPCA’s Golden Paw program also provides special assistance with vet bills and medications for special-needs and older animals that require a little extra TLC. See all the animals waiting for a home at fkspca.org. To contact the Marathon campus, call 305-743-4800 or visit the campus at 10550 Aviation Blvd.

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO REIMPOSE AND PROVIDE FOR COLLECTION OF SOLID WASTE SERVICE SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS

** Unincorporated areas, City of Marathon, Layton and Key Colony Beach Notice is hereby given that the County Commission, Monroe County, Florida will conduct a public hearing to consider reimposing solid waste service assessments for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 2022, against certain improved residential properties located within Monroe County and the City of Marathon, Layton and Key Colony Beach to fund the cost of solid waste collection services, facilities and programs provided to such properties and to authorize collection of such assessments on the tax bill.

The Public Hearing will be held at 1:30 PM., on August 17, 2022 at the Harvey Government Center, 1200 Truman Avenue, Key West, FL 33040. The public can also attend the Public Hearing via Communication Media Technology (“CMT”)/Zoom, for receiving public comment on the proposed assessments.

All affected property owners have a right to appear virtually or in person at the hearing and to file written objections with the County Commission within 20 calendar days of the date of this notice. Pursuant to section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, notice is given that if a person decides to appeal any decision made by the County Commission with respect to any matter considered at the hearing, such person will need a record of the proceedings and may need to ensure that a verbatim record is made, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be made. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing a special accommodation or an interpreter to participate in this proceeding should contact the County Administrator at 305-292-4441, at least 48 hours prior to the date of the hearing. If hearing impaired, contact the Florida Relay Service Number, by dialing “711” for assistance.

The total annual solid waste assessment revenue to be collected within Monroe County and the City of Marathon, Layton and Key Colony Beach for the upcoming fiscal year is estimated to be $15,297,800. The rate of assessment for the upcoming fiscal year shall be $446.00 per residential dwelling unit. The maximum rate of assessment that can be imposed in the fiscal year commencing October 1, 2022 and future fiscal years shall be $446.00 per residential dwelling unit. Copies of the legal documentation for the assessment program will be made available upon request by contacting the County Administrator’s office at 305-292-4441 Monday through Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

If you have any questions, please contact the County at 305-295-4323 or 305-295-4328, Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

The assessments will be collected on the ad valorem tax bill to be mailed in November 2022, as authorized by section 197.3632, Florida Statutes. Failure to pay the assessments will cause a tax certificate to be issued against the property, which may result in a loss of title.

To attend virtually please see the link below: https://mcbocc.zoom.us/j/82370285170 Or iPhone one-tap: US: +16465189805, 82370285170# or +16699006833, 82370285170# Or Telephone: Dial (for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 646 518 9805 or +1 669 900 6833 Webinar ID: 823 7028 5170 International numbers available: https://mcbocc.zoom.us/u/k8Rqkd6G2 If a person wishes to comment on a particular item on the public portion of the Agenda, when the webinar monitor and/or the Mayor calls for speakers on the item on which you wish to comment: a) If phoning in: Dial *9 to “raise your hand” to be recognized by the Zoom webinar monitor; b) If watching online: click on/open the live Zoom Webinar link, which link appears in both the published Agenda and Agenda Packet. When prompted, enter your email address and name to join the webinar and then select the “Raised Hand” feature that appears at the bottom of the Zoom webinar screen to be recognized by the webinar monitor. To report problems, please call 305-872-8831.

A person may submit written or other physical evidence on a particular agenda item for consideration at the BOCC meeting to: Lindsey Ballard, via email, to: ballard-lindsey@monroecounty-fl.gov, or by mail to: The County Administrator’s Office, 1100 Simonton Street, Suite 205, Key West, FL 33040. The documents must be received by 3:00 PM on Monday, August 15, 2022, and must include the submitter’s name, address, phone number, email address, and the agenda item number to which the documents refer.

Dated at Key West, Monroe County, Florida this 21st day of June, 2022.

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA KEVIN MADOK, CPA, Clerk of the Circuit Court and ex officio Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida

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FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of GOLFSIDE TROPICAL RETREAT located at 2697 Sombrero Boulevard, Monroe County in the City of Marathon, Florida 33050, intends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations of the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.

Dated at Marathon, Florida this 7TH day of July, 2022.

By: JAMIE L. BRISCOE Publish: July 14, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Notice is hereby given that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property under the Florida Self Storage Facilities Act Statutes (Section 83.801 – 83.809). The undersigned will sell online by competitive bidding on July 22, 2022, at 10:00am. The following: #B37 Justin Nichols Sailboat, Year: 1998 Make: Com-Pac HIN: US-ABV02897H798 #422 Justin Nichols misc. electronics, auto parts, home goods #104 Cameron Willett misc. home goods #217 Michael Brackens misc. home goods #233 David Rodgers misc. home goods #241 Tiffany Ridge misc. home goods #255 Mark Schmidt misc. electronics, home goods #412 George Jones misc. home goods, electronics #444 Sebastian Pinder misc. tools, home goods and electronics will be auctioned online by Storage Treasures via website at storagetreasures.com.

All purchased items sold as is.

Items are located at Big Pine Storage at 30677 Overseas Highway, Big Pine Key, Florida 33043 and must be collected within 72 hours of auction.

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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 August 3, 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/89816866010 Meeting ID: 898 1686 6010 One tap mobile +19292056099,, 89816866010# US (New York) +13017158592,, 89816866010# 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 July 29, 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".

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FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of SHOTS AND GIGGLES located at 2412 Fogarty Avenue, Monroe County in the City of Key West, Florida 33040-3812, intends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations of the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.

Dated at Key West, Florida this 7TH day of July, 2022.

By: C.R.A.K. PROMOTIONS, LLC Publish: July 14, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of Key West Boat Tour located at 19521 Aztec Street, Summerland Key, FL 33042 intends to register said name with the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida.

By: Laid Back Key West, Inc. Publish: July 14, 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, August 3, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. via Communications Media Technology using a Zoom webinar platform.

Pursuant to Executive Order

SECOND PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The City of Marathon is applying to the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) for a FFY 2021 and FFY 2022 Small Cities Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) of $311,650.00 in the Neighborhood Revitalization category to raise Jesse Hobbs Park in order to mitigate flooding. The activities, dollar amounts and estimated percentage benefit to lowand moderate-income persons are as follows: Activity Name Design Services Bonds Mobilization Demolition Fill Elevate Basketball Court Elevate Sidewalks Elevate ADA Parking Adjust Irrigation Turf/Greenery Install Pavilion Gravel Contingency (15%)

Estimated Cost $14,000 $4,000 $15,000 $35,000 $60,000 $65,000 $15,000 $15,000 $12,000 $22,000 $8,000 $6,000 $40,650

CDBG Funding LMI Benefit N/A N/A N/A 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% N/A

The City of Marathon does not expect that anyone will be displaced as a result of CDBG-funded activities. If any persons are displaced as a result of the planned activities, the City of Marathon will assist them as described in the City’s anti-displacement and relocation policy, which is available for review at City Hall.

A public hearing to provide citizens an opportunity to comment on the application will be held at Marathon City Hall, 9805 Overseas Highway, on July 18, 2022, at 5:30 p.m.

A draft copy of the application will also be available for review during normal business hours in the Clerk’s Office at City Hall by noon on July 20, 2022. Persons wanting to submit written comments on the application should send them to Maria Covelli, Grants Coordinator, by e-mail at covellim@ci.marathon.fl.us, no later than 3:00pm on July 20, 2022.

A copy of the final application will be available for review in the Clerk’s Office at City Hall no later than noon, July 21, 2022. The application will be submitted to DEO on July 21, 2022 by 5pm. To obtain additional information concerning the application and the public hearing, contact Maria Covelli, Grants Coordinator, at (305) 743-0033 or by email at covellim@ci.marathon.fl.us Please note that more than one Marathon City Council/Board/Committee member may participate in the meeting. The City of Marathon complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you are a disabled person requiring special accommodations or assistance, please notify the City ADA Coordinator at (305) 289-5022 of such need at least 72 hours (3 days) in advance.

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PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE The District II Advisory Committee (DAC II) of the Monroe County Tourist Development Council will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, August 2, 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 Control (“CDC”) social-distancing guidelines established to contain the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the August 2, 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/83259019633 Meeting ID: 832 5901 9633 One tap mobile +19292056099,, 83259019633# US (New York) +13126266799,, 83259019633# 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 July 29, 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: July 14, 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, August 3, 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 August 3, 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

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES

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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/82065581650 Meeting ID: 820 6558 1650 One tap mobile +19292056099,, 82065581650# US (New York) +13017158592,, 82065581650# 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 July 29, 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".

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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".

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The selection committee will evaluate the proposal received in response to the Request for Competitive Solicitations issued for the above-named project. The evaluation and recommendation of the selection committee are to be submitted to the Board of County Commissioners. Persons interested in this issue are invited to attend via zoom. For more information, please contact Olympia Newton, Budget/ Contract Administrator, Manager Card Sound Toll, Monroe County Engineering Services Ph: 305-853-7359 Email: newtonolympia@monroecounty-fl.gov You are invited to a Zoom webinar.

When: July 27, 2022, 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Topic: Selection Committee Meeting Sands Subdivision Sea Level Rise Pilot Project - July 27, 2022 Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://mcbocc.zoom. us/j/83097443814 Or iPhone one-tap : US: +16465189805,, 83097443814# or +16699006833,, 83097443814# Or Telephone: Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 646 518 9805 or +1 669 900 6833 Webinar ID: 830 9744 3814 International numbers available: https://mcbocc.zoom.us/u/ khp5Q4yKO 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”.

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

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both emails must read as follows: Ballfield Maintenance - Multiple Locations 08-17-2022 Files that do not contain this subject line WILL BE REJECTED. Please note that the maximum file size that will be accepted by email is 25MB. Please plan accordingly to ensure that your bid is not rejected due to the file size. Should your bid documents exceed 25MB, in advance of the bid opening, please email: ombpurchasing@monroecounty-fl. gov so accommodations for delivery of your bid can be made prior to the bid opening. Please be advised that it is the bidder’s sole responsibility to ensure delivery of their bid and waiting until the bid opening to address or confirm your bid submission delivery will result in your bid being rejected.

The bid opening for this solicitation will be held virtually, via the internet, at 3:00 P.M., on August 17, 2022. You may call in by phone or internet using the following: Join Zoom Meeting https://mcbocc.zoom. us/j/4509326156 Meeting ID: 4509326156 One tap mobile: +16465189805,, 4509326156#US (New York) +16699006833,, 4509326156#US (San Jose) Dial by your location: +1 646 518 9805 US (New York) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) Publish: July 14, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE The District IV Advisory Committee (DAC IV) of the Monroe County Tourist Development Council will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, August 2, 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 August 2, 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/83978124483 Meeting ID: 839 7812 4483 One tap mobile +19292056099,, 83978124483# US (New York) +13126266799,, 83978124483# 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 July 29, 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

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE The District V Advisory Committee (DAC V) of the Monroe County Tourist Development Council will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, August 2, 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 August 2, 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/84414479244 Meeting ID: 844 1447 9244 One tap mobile +19292056099,, 84414479244# US (New York) +13017158592,, 84414479244# 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 July 29, 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: July 14, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF SELECTION COMMITTEE MEETING FOR CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND INSPECTION SERVICES FOR THE SANDS SUBDIVISION SEA LEVEL RISE PILOT PROJECT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN that there will be a virtual public meeting (Marathon Government Bldg. 2798 Overseas Hwy, 1st Floor Media Room) on Wednesday, July 27, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. of the SELECTION COMMITTEE MEETING for the project of: Construction Engineering and Inspection Services for the Sands Subdivision Sea Level Rise Pilot Project Big Pine Key, Monroe County, Florida

NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE SOLICITATIONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at 3:00 P.M., the Monroe County Purchasing Office will receive and open sealed responses for the following: BALLFIELD MAINTENANCE MULTIPLE LOCATIONS Pursuant to F.S. 50.0211(3) (a), all published competitive solicitation notices can be viewed at: www. floridapublicnotices.com, a searchable Statewide repository for all published legal notices.

Requirements for submission and the selection criteria may be requested from DemandStar at www.demandstar.com OR www. monroecounty-fl.gov/bids . The Public Record is available upon request.

Monroe County Purchasing Department receives bids electronically. Please do not mail or attempt to deliver in person any sealed bids. Mailed/ physically delivered bids/ proposals/responses WILL NOT be accepted.

The Monroe County Purchasing Department hereby directs that bids be submitted via email to: OMB-BIDS@monroecounty-fl. gov, no later than 3:00P.M., on August 17, 2022. Please submit your confidential financial information in a SEPARATE EMAIL from your bid and required documents. Your subject line on

NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE SOLICITATIONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Monday, August 22, 2022, at 3:00 P.M., the Monroe County Purchasing Office will receive and open sealed responses for the following: UPPER KEYS LANDSCAPING MAINTENANCE - MULTIPLE LOCATIONS Pursuant to F.S. 50.0211(3) (a), all published competitive solicitation notices can be viewed at: www. floridapublicnotices.com, a searchable Statewide repository for all published legal notices.

Requirements for submission and the selection criteria may be requested from DemandStar

by Onvia at www.demandstar. com OR www.monroecounty-fl. gov/bids. The Public Record is available upon request.

Monroe County Purchasing Department receives bids electronically. Please do not mail or attempt to deliver in person any sealed bids. Mailed/ physically delivered bids/ proposals/responses WILL NOT be accepted.

The Monroe County Purchasing Department hereby directs that bids be submitted via email to: OMB-BIDS@monroecounty-fl. gov, no later than 3:00P.M., on August 22, 2022. Please submit your confidential financial information in a SEPARATE EMAIL from your bid and required documents. Your subject line on both emails must read as follows: Upper Keys Landscaping Maintenance - Multiple Locations 08-22-2022 Files that do not contain this subject line WILL BE REJECTED. Please note that the maximum file size that will be accepted by email is 25MB. Please plan accordingly to ensure that your bid is not rejected due to the file size. Should your bid documents exceed 25MB, in advance of the bid opening, please email: ombpurchasing@monroecounty-fl. gov so accommodations for delivery of your bid can be made prior to the bid opening. Please be advised that it is the bidder’s sole responsibility to ensure delivery of their bid and waiting until the bid opening to address or confirm your bid submission delivery will result in your bid being rejected.

The bid opening for this solicitation will be held virtually, via the internet, at 3:00 P.M., on August 22, 2022. You may call in by phone or internet using the

305.743.0844

LEGAL NOTICES following: Join Zoom Meeting https://mcbocc.zoom. us/j/4509326156 Meeting ID: 4509326156 One tap mobile: +16465189805,, 4509326156# US (New York) +16699006833,, 4509326156# US (San Jose) Dial by your location: +1 646 518 9805 (New York) +1 669 900 6833 (San Jose) Publish: July 14, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 22-CP-000194-K IN RE: ESTATE OF PATRICIA POLLOCK ANTICH, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Patricia Pollock Antich, deceased, whose date of death was February 15, 2021, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons 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 July 14, 2022.

Personal Representative: Anthony Pollock Antich 704 Catherine Street Key West, Florida 33040-3226 Attorney for Personal Representative: Samantha J. Fitzgerald, Esq. Attorney Florida Bar Number: 173762 300 S. Pine Island Road Suite 109 Plantation, FL 33324 Telephone: (954) 580.3690 Fax: (888) 663.6471 Email: samantha@ estateandprobatelawyer.com Publish: July 14 & 21, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION CASE NUMBER: 22-CP-34-M IN RE: THE ESTATE OF SALLY ANN MALS, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of SALLY ANN MALS, deceased, whose date of death was October 12, 2021, 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

LEGAL NOTICES estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is: July 7, 2022.

Persons Giving Notice: SCOTT R. STOKFISZ 3441 Charlwood Drive Rochester Hills, Michigan 48306 Attorney for Persons Giving Notice: Christopher B. Waldera, P.A. Christopher B. Waldera Florida Bar No: 980810 Attorney for Personal Representative 5800 Overseas Highway, Suite 7 Marathon, Florida 33050 Telephone: (305) 289-2223 Facsimile: (305) 289-2249 email: chris@cbwpa.com Publish: July 7 & 14, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION CASE NUMBER: 22-CP-39-K IN RE: THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM WALLACE RUSSELL, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of WILLIAM WALLACE RUSSELL, deceased, whose date of death was October 14, 2021, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is: July 7, 2022.

Persons Giving Notice: ESPERANZA C. PASTRANA 3745 Gumbo Limbo Street Big Pine Key, FL 33043 Attorney for Persons Giving Notice: Christopher B. Waldera, P.A. Christopher B. Waldera Florida Bar No: 980810 Attorney for Personal Representative 5800 Overseas Highway, Suite 7 Marathon, Florida 33050 Telephone: (305) 289-2223 Facsimile: (305) 289-2249 email: chris@cbwpa.com

LEGAL NOTICES Publish: July 7 & 14, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF FLORIDA KEY WEST DIVISION IN ADMIRALTY CASE NO.: 22-cv-10027-KMM IN THE MATTER OF: THE COMPLAINT OF KEY WEST JETSKI, INC. AS OWNER OF THE YAMAHA PERSONAL WATERCRAFT (HULL ID# YAMA0735A121) ITS ENGINES, TACKLE, APPURTENANCES, EQUIPMENT, ETC. IN A CAUSE FOR EXONTERATION FROM OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY, Petitioner.

MONITION TO THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA: THE MARSHALL OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA FOR THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE MIDDLE DISTRICT OF FLORIDA: WHEREAS, a Complaint was filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, on the 18th day of April, 2022 by the Petitioners, KEY WEST JETSKI, INC., as owners of a Yamaha Pleasure Watercraft bearing the Hull Identification Number YAMA0735A121, have filed a Complaint pursuant to Title 46, United States Code, Sections 30501-30502, claiming the right to Exoneration From or Limitation of Liability for all claims allegedly resulting from an accident which occurred on or about January 5, 2022 in the navigable waterways of Key West, Florida, as more fully set forth in the Complaint. For those reasons and causes set forth in the Complaint, Petitioners pray for the issuance of a Monition and Injunction, and that all persons or corporations claiming for any and all loss, damage, injury or destruction caused by or resulting from the incident set forth in the Complaint be cited to appear and file their respective claims with the Clerk of this Court, and to make due process thereof and citing them to file their answers to the Complaint and all proceedings to be had, and if it shall appear that Petitioner is not liable for any loss, damage, destruction or injury, it may be so finally decreed by this Court; YOU ARE THEREFORE COMMANDED TO CITE ALL PERSONS OR CORPORATIONS in respect to which Petitioner seeks limitation to file respective claims with the Clerk of this Court and to serve on or to mail to the attorneys for Petitioners, Campbell Johnston Clark, LLP, 2600 Douglas Road, Suite 508, Coral Gables, FL 33134, copies thereof on or before the 1st day of August 2022, and citing such claimants to appear and answer the Complaint herein on or before the last named day or within such further time as the Court may grant, and once completed to then make return to the Court together with this Writ.

Dated at, Florida on this 1st day of July, 2022.

Angela E. Noble, Clerk United States District Court Southern District of Florida By: Mary Etienne Deputy Clerk Publish: July 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 2022-DR-156-K DIVISION: FAMILY IN RE: THE MARRIAGE OF: RONALD J. RIDGE, Petitioner/Husband, and, TIFFANY ANN RIDGE, Respondent/Wife.

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SUPPORT) TO: TIFFANY ANN RIDGE Respondent/Wife LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: 311 JOHNSON ROAD, LOT 79 SUGARLOAF KEY, FLORIDA 33042 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 the Petitioner/Husband, RONALD J. RIDGE, through his counsel of record Samuel J. Kaufman, Esq., The Law Offices of Samuel J. Kaufman, P.A., whose address is 3130 Northside Drive, Key West, Florida 33040 on or before August 8, 2022, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040, before service on the Petitioner/ Husband 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: June 30, 2022 Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Riza Hall Deputy Clerk Publish: July 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

27th day of May, 2022.

KEVIN MADOK, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Riza Hall As Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.

Publish: July 14 & 21, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

a Leasehold Condominium (“Condominium”), according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof recorded in Official Records Book 1803, Page 844, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits thereto, and any amendments thereof (the “Declaration”).

WINDWARD POINTE II, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Plaintiff vs.

RODOLFO JIMENEZ, ALONDA JIMENEZ, WINDWARD POINTE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC. Defendant And the Docket Number of which is 44-2022-CC-24-K (COUNT I; UNIT 5614, WEEK 22) WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 26th day of May, 2022.

KEVIN MADOK, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Riza Hall As Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.

Publish: July 14 & 21, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 44-2021-CC-306-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 1st day of August, 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: Unit B11, Week 40, Beach House Condominium, a Condominium according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof recorded in Official Records Book 1510, Page 225, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits attached thereto, and any amendments thereof (the “Declaration”).

Pursuant to FINAL JUDGMENT entered in a case pending in said Court, the 24TH day of May 2022.

Style of which is: BEACH HOUSE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION OF KEY WEST, INC., A NONPROFIT CORPORATION UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA Plaintiff vs.

ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES WHO CLAIM AN INTEREST AS SPOUSE, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES, ADMINISTRATORS OR AS OTHER CLAIMANTS, BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST CHESTER THOMAS MCCREARY, DECEASED, ET.AL. Defendant And the Docket Number of which is 44-2021-CC-306-K (COUNT VI; UNIT B11, WEEK 40) WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 27th day of May, 2022.

KEVIN MADOK, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Riza Hall As Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.

Publish: July 14 & 21, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES WHO CLAIM AN INTEREST AS SPOUSE, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES, ADMINISTRATORS OR AS OTHER CLAIMANTS, BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST CHESTER THOMAS MCCREARY, DECEASED, ET.AL. Defendant And the Docket Number of which is 44-2021-CC-306-K (COUNT I; UNIT D14, WEEK 41) WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 27th day of May, 2022.

KEVIN MADOK, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Riza Hall As Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.

Publish: July 14 & 21, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

CASE NO.: 44-2021-CC-313-K NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

BY THE 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 1st day of August, 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: Unit 131, Week 23, Sunset Harbor Resort, a Condominium according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof as recorded in Official Records Book 1376, Page 1093, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits attached thereto, and any amendments thereof (hereafter the “Declaration”).

Pursuant to FINAL JUDGMENT entered in a case pending in said Court, the 16th day of May, 2022.

Style of which is: SUNSET HARBOR RESORT CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC., A NONPROFIT CORPORATION UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA Plaintiff, vs.

ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES WHO CLAIM AN INTEREST AS SPOUSE, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES, ADMINISTRATORS OR AS OTHER CLAIMANTS, BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST ELAINE JOANNE SHEA AKA ELAINE J. SHEA, DECEASED, ET.AL. Defendant And the Docket Number of which is 44-2021-CC-313-K, Count V; Unit 131, Week 23.

WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 17TH day of May, 2022.

KEVIN MADOK, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Riza Hall As Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.

Publish: July 14 & 21, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES, ADMINISTRATORS OR AS OTHER CLAIMANTS, BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST RONALD LEE SHEETS, DECEASED, ET.AL. Defendant And the Docket Number of which is 44-2021-CC-331-K (COUNT III; UNIT 5332, WEEK 47) WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 27th day of May, 2022.

KEVIN MADOK, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Riza Hall As Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.

Publish: July 14 & 21, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 44-2020-CC-271-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 1st day of August, 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: Unit B12, Week 13, Beach House, a Condominium according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof recorded in Official Records Book 1510, Page 225, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits attached thereto, and any amendments thereof (the “Declaration”).

Pursuant to FINAL JUDGMENT entered in a case pending in said Court, the 24TH day of May 2022.

Style of which is: BEACH HOUSE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION OF KEY WEST, INC., A NONPROFIT CORPORATION UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA Plaintiff vs.

UNKNOWN SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE OF THE CAROL JEAN ASKEW REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST, DATED APRIL 22, 2006, ET.AL. Defendant And the Docket Number of which is 44-2020-CC-271-K (COUNT I; UNIT B12, WEEK 13) WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 44-2021-CC-313-K NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

BY THE 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 1st day of August, 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: Unit 524, Week 28, Sunset Harbor Resort, a Condominium according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof as recorded in Official Records Book 1376, Page 1093, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits attached thereto, and any amendments thereof (hereafter the “Declaration”).

Pursuant to FINAL JUDGMENT entered in a case pending in said Court, the 16th day of May, 2022.

Style of which is: SUNSET HARBOR RESORT CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC., A NONPROFIT CORPORATION UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA Plaintiff, vs.

ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES WHO CLAIM AN INTEREST AS SPOUSE, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES, ADMINISTRATORS OR AS OTHER CLAIMANTS, BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST ELAINE JOANNE SHEA AKA ELAINE J. SHEA, DECEASED, ET.AL. Defendant And the Docket Number of which is 44-2021-CC-313-K, Count III; Unit 524, Week 28.

WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 17TH day of May, 2022.

KEVIN MADOK, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Riza Hall As Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.

Publish: July 14 & 21, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 44-2022-CC-24-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 1st day of August, 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: Unit 5614, Week 22, Odd Year Biennial Windward Pointe,

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 44-2021-CC-313-K AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

BY THE 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 1st day of August, 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: Unit 124, Week 39, Sunset Harbor Resort, a Condominium according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof as recorded in Official Records Book 1376, Page 1093, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits attached thereto, and any amendments thereof (hereafter the “Declaration”).

Pursuant to FINAL JUDGMENT entered in a case pending in said Court, the 11th day of May, 2022.

Style of which is: SUNSET HARBOR RESORT CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC., A NONPROFIT CORPORATION UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA Plaintiff, vs.

ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES WHO CLAIM AN INTEREST AS SPOUSE, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES, ADMINISTRATORS OR AS OTHER CLAIMANTS, BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST ELAINE JOANNE SHEA AKA ELAINE J. SHEA, DECEASED, ET.AL. Defendant And the Docket Number of which is 44-2021-CC-313-K, Count III; Unit 124, Week 39.

WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 17TH day of May, 2022.

KEVIN MADOK, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Riza Hall As Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.

Publish: July 14 & 21, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 44-2021-CC-306-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 1st day of August, 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: Unit D14, Week 41, Beach House, a Condominium according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof recorded in Official Records Book 1510, Page 225, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits attached thereto, and any amendments thereof (the “Declaration”).

Pursuant to FINAL JUDGMENT entered in a case pending in said Court, the 24TH day of May 2022.

Style of which is: BEACH HOUSE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION OF KEY WEST, INC., A NONPROFIT CORPORATION UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA Plaintiff vs.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 44-2021-CC-313-K NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

BY THE 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 1st day of August, 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: Unit 232, Week 23, Sunset Harbor Resort, a Condominium according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof as recorded in Official Records Book 1376, Page 1093, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits attached thereto, and any amendments thereof (hereafter the “Declaration”).

Pursuant to FINAL JUDGMENT entered in a case pending in said Court, the 16th day of May, 2022.

Style of which is: SUNSET HARBOR RESORT CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC., A NONPROFIT CORPORATION UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA Plaintiff, vs.

ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES WHO CLAIM AN INTEREST AS SPOUSE, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES, ADMINISTRATORS OR AS OTHER CLAIMANTS, BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST ELAINE JOANNE SHEA AKA ELAINE J. SHEA, DECEASED, ET.AL. Defendant And the Docket Number of which is 44-2021-CC-313-K, Count IV; Unit 232, Week 23.

WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 17TH day of May, 2022.

KEVIN MADOK, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Riza Hall As Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 44-2021-CC-331-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 1st day of August, 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: Unit 5332, Week 47, Annual Windward Pointe, a Leasehold Condominium (“Condominium”), according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof recorded in Official Records Book 1803, Page 844, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits thereto, and any amendments thereof (the “Declaration”).

Style of which is: WINDWARD POINTE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION OF KEY WEST, INC., A CORPORATION NOT-FOR-PROFIT UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA Plaintiff vs.

ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES WHO CLAIM AN INTEREST AS SPOUSE, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS,

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 44-2022-CC-26-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 1st day of August, 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: Unit 5714, Week 44, Odd Year Biennial Windward Pointe, a Leasehold Condominium (“Condominium”), according to the Declaration of Condominium thereof recorded in Official Records Book 1803, Page 844, Public Records of Monroe County, Florida, and all exhibits thereto, and any amendments thereof (the “Declaration”).

Pursuant to IN REM FINAL JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE AFTER DEFAULT AS TO COUNT(S) I, II entered in a case pending in said Court, the 24TH day of June 2022 Style of which is: WINDWARD POINTE II, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Plaintiff vs.

JOHN A. JOHNSON, ET.AL. Defendant And the Docket Number of which is 44-2022-CC-26-K WITNESS my hand and the Official Seal of Said Court, this 5th day of July, 2022.

KEVIN MADOK, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida By: Shonta McLeod As Deputy Clerk Florida Statute 45.031: Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the Lis Pendens must file a claim within 60 days after the sale.

Publish: July 14 & 21, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2022-25 Notice is hereby given that JOHN & RAEANN BERGE holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2018/1218 Alt Key No: 1453668 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2018 RE: 00370500-000000 Description of Property: CRAINS SUBD OF GRASSY KEY PB 1-51 PT SECS 24-25-26 TWP 65S R 33E LOT 3 SQR 33 G56-473

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OR466-731 OR1600-2271D/C OR2048-1374/76 OR2128-81Q/C Name in which assessed: PATTON SEAN ALLEN All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida.

Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL Sale Date: August 31st, 2022 Sale Time: 10:00am Dated this 6th day of June 2022 KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Publish: July 14, 21 & 28 and August 4, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

ALL YEARS! Junk or Used.

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

Help Wanted: Two Conchs Bait and Tackle in Marathon- competitive wages and working 3040 hrs a week. Contact George 305-289-0199

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

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED 2022-26 Notice is hereby given that CITRUS CAPITAL HOLDINGS, LLC CITRUS CAPITAL HOLLDINGS FBO SEC PTY holder of the following Certificate(s) has filed said Tax Certificate(s) for a Tax Deed to be issued thereon. The Certificate Number and year of issuance, the description of property, and Name in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate Number: 2019/388 Alt Key No: 1142832 Date of Issuance: June 1, 2019 RE: 00113160-000100 Description of Property: 21 66 29 LITTLE TORCH KEY PT GOVT LOT 2 OR-635-423 OR8471316/1321 OR884-2218/2219C/T OR898-697 OR1304-2106/07/ TR OR1441-1781 OR1549-234 OR2169-593/94C/T OR2357773/74C OR2357-773/74C OR2412-1813/1814C OR26141340/41 OR2701-2342/43 OR2701-2344/45 OR27581542/43 Name in which assessed: ON THE ROAD LLC All of said property being in the County of Monroe, State of Florida.

Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificates will be sold to the highest bidder at the Old Courthouse Steps: 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL Sale Date: August 31st, 2022 Sale Time: 10:00am Dated this 6th day of June 2022 KEVIN MADOK CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Aneta Jodkowska, Deputy Clerk Publish: July 14, 21 & 28 and August 4, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

BOATS FOR SALE 2015 Sea-Doo 260 GTX Limited, 214 Hours, $9,000.00 - Low end retail book value is $12,930.00!

Internally cooled, independent suspension & new saddle.

2013 Yamaha VX110, 105 hours, $5,500.00 - Low end retail book value is $8,200.00! Both units were factory maintained & stored undercover.

In Marathon - email mcotelo3@gmail.com 2008 Triumph 19.5' 140hp Suzuki 200 hours, bimini top, electronics, covers, no rips on cushions, live well, trolling motor, push pole, life jackets, and trailer.

Well maintained. Located in Marathon. $15,400 Call 305-393-3439 SOLD IN LESS THAN ONE WEEK!!!

PLACE YOUR BOAT FOR SALE AD here for only $25.00/week for up to five lines of copy. Call 305743-0844 TODAY! BOAT SLIP FOR RENT

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

Call 305-743-0844 TODAY!

COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR RENT Warehouse space for rent in Marathon. 1000 sq. ft. Available August 1st. Call 305-481-7557 PLACE YOUR COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR RENT AD here for only $25.00/week for up to five lines of copy. Call 305-743-0844 TODAY! EMPLOYMENT

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.

3 0 5 - 7 4 3 - 5 5 5 5

Shell World Key Largo, seeking engaging, dependable, experienced person(s) to work with the team at Mile Marker 97.5, Part and Full time opportunities available, some weekend and evening hours.

Opportunities for advancement, great benefits, competitive salary and flexible hours.

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

Marathon Auto Air looking for Counter Help - full-time. Pay based on experience.

Apply in person at 2525 Overseas Highway, Marathon. 305-289-9884 Hiring excavator operators, deckhands, & boat operators in Key Largo.

40/hrs per week MondayFriday.

305-440-3304 Pancho's Fuel Dock in Marathon is looking for a part-time cashier Thu/Fri/Sat. Please call 305-743-2281.

CDL Drivers needed.

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

City of Marathon Current Job Openings: Code Compliance Officer, Engineering Intern, 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, 10am7pm 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.

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.

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@ sweetsavannahs.com 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 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!!

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

305.743.0844

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST - FULL TIME WITH BENEFITS. 40hrs per week at the Keys Marine Laboratory (KML), Layton, Florida.

KML supports research and academic programs conducted by universities/colleges throughout Florida, the US, and internationally. Duties include greeting scientists, faculty, and students; preparing invoices and correspondence; data entry; courier and delivery services; assist with scheduling and group arrivals. To apply for this opening visit: Access Careers@USF and search for Administrative Specialist, Job ID 31352.

INSTRUMENTATION & CONTROL SPECIALIST LOCATION: MARATHON

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” LOCATION: DUCK KEY

The Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority’s WASTEWATER DIVISION IS GROWING, and we need a WWTP OPERATOR 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: 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 $1,500 SIGNING BONUS

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

Send resume to resumes@rainbowreef.com

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • HOUSING FOR RENT

RV SITE FOR RENT

Available for 1 person.

2 1/2 rooms + 8' X 22' screened porch.

All utilities incl. wifi, satellite TV, washer/dryer. 2nd house from ocean. Offstreet parking. Private & quiet. MM 96 Key Largo. $1,850/month F/L/S 3 0 5 - 8 5 3 - 3 7 7 9

Lot for Rent - Key By the Sea Park in Marathon. $950.00/month - yearly only.

305-849-0507 RENTED IN LESS THAN ONE WEEK!!!

3 BR/2 BA home for rent in the Middle Keys. 75' premium dock. $3,500/ month + utilities.

F/L/S 786-229-0228 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 PLACE YOUR HOUSING FOR RENT AD here for only $25.00/week for up to five lines of copy. Call 305-743-0844 TODAY!

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

305-731-5042 RENTED IN LESS THAN ONE MONTH!!

PLACE YOUR RV SITE 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!

HOME HEALTH AIDES HHA NEEDED IN ISLAMORADA AND MARATHON Full Time / Part Time available Must be able to speak Spanish!

Seeking compassionate care givers (HHA-Home Health Aides) to provide personal care services to patients in their homes.

Tel: 786-488-8806 Tiempo completo y tiempos medio disponible.

RV SITE FOR RENT

Se necesita empleados para asistir a personas mayores en sus hogares en las áreas de Islamorada y Marathon

RV Site For Rent in Marathon.

Full Hookup. Very quiet, gated property. Dock available.

No pets. $1600/mo.- 6 month minimum. 305-610-8002

Tel: 786-488-8806 Debe poder hablar español

Keys Energy Services, in Key West, is accepting applications for the following position in its Fleets & Facilities Section:

AUTO DIESEL VEHICLE TECHNICIAN

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

Starting pay rate for this position, depending on qualifications and experience: $27.17/hr. - $30.43/hr.

For more information, including job duties and required qualifications, and to apply for the job, please visit their website at www.KeysEnergy.com.

KEYS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

KEYS promotes a Drug-Free Workplace.

Certain service members, veterans, the spouses and family members of service members and veterans, receive preference and priority in employment, and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled.

NOW HIRING KELLY ELECTRIC in Marathon is looking for an experienced Electrician who wants to become a Master Electrician & more.

Call or text 305-743-6098 or email: kelly6098@aol.com 305-743-6098 Kelly6098@aol.com Lic # EC 525

305.743.0844

RESIDENTIAL INSPECTOR/ ASST. BUILDING OFFICIAL REPORTS TO: Building Official HOURS: 7:00am to 4:00pm or as set by Building Official MAJOR FUNTIONS: Building Inspector must have the physical, and mental ability to perform job tasks, work efforts, responsibilities, and duties of the job illustrated. The job description herein provides for the range of duties to be performed for this position. It is not intended to reflect all duties that are required within this position.

JOB DESRIPTION: A Building Inspector performs construction inspections on development projects, in accordance with relevant state and local codes, standards, approved plans, and manufacturer specifications and requirements. An Inspector plays an important role in ensuring that approved development is safe and meets the standards set forth in the Florida Building Code and the City of Key Colony Beach.

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

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

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

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

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

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

• Office duties including scanning and filing of all permits.

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

• Completes all additional duties as they are assigned.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Must have a valid drivers license at time of employment.

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

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

SALARY RANGE: $68,000 - $78,000 DOQ

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

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RECONNECT WITH NATURE • 63 ACRES OF TROPICAL HARDWOOD HAMMOCK • 1.4 MILES OF WALKING TRAILS • NATURAL FISH PEDICURE STATION • BUTTERFLY GARDENS

CRANE POINT

Museum & Nature Center

• NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM • THE HISTORIC ADDERLEY HOUSE • BEAUTIFUL VIEWS OF THE BAY • HISTORIC CRANE HOUSE

305.743.9100 • 5550 O/S Hwy • Marathon MM50 at the stoplight • Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon-Sat Noon to 5 p.m. Sundays • cranepoint.net

MORNING TRIPS 8:30am - 12:30pm NIGHT TRIPS 6:30pm - Midnight

NOW HIRINGrs Educato

MARATHON LADY DOCKS

U.S.1 at Vaca Cut Bridge Mile Marker 53, Marathon

305.743.5580

OPEN for programs MEET SEA TURTLES AT THE TURTLE HOSPITAL

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. CALL 305-743-2552 FOR RESERVATIONS. 2396 Overseas Highway Gulf, Marathon Now accepting online reservations

www.turtlehospital.org

FAMILY FUN | SNORKEL FROM SHORE | MUSEUM FISHING | GUIDED ISLAND TOUR

2010 OVERSEAS HIGHWAY, MARATHON CATCH THE FERRY AT FARO BLANCO

305.743.5999 PIGEONKEY.NET

Marathon Lady • 73’ Party Boat PLEASE MAKE SURE TO CALL AHEAD FOR RESERVATIONS.

www.MARATHONLADY.net

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• CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES 305.743.0844 • CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • •305.743.0844 Lic# C16MO003

KEY COLONY BEACH CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER Department Administration Salary $52,000.00 - $55,000.00 Benefits include Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance; Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays; and Retirement (employee only).

Job Description The Code Enforcement Officer conducts inspections and investigates complaints for compliance with City codes and ordinances, including the inspection of short term (vacation) rentals, and enforcement of short term (vacation) rental codes and ordinances. The Officer seeks to obtain compliance with City codes through citations or warning notices while assuring due process to violators. The position is required to prepare letter and written documentation necessary to take violators to hearing for enforcement action and to provide testimony before the Code Enforcement Adjustment and Appeals Board. This position reports directly to the City Administrator. Work is performed under general supervision which requires initiative, independent judgment, and organizational skills. The Code Enforcement Officer must deal effectively with the public, property owners and contractors to obtain compliance.

Job Responsibilities • Administers and enforces the City’s short term (vacation) rental ordinances and actively manages the City’s program to register, inspect and monitor short term (vacation) rentals within the City.

• Investigates complaints regarding code violations pertaining to building, housing, zoning, tree, sign, and other City codes by conducting field investigations and property research.

• Regularly attends and provides testimony before the Code Enforcement, Adjustments and Appeals Board or Special Magistrate regarding code violations.

• Provides violators of City codes with citations or notice of violation and gives the violator due process to comply with City codes.

• Routinely patrols designated area for potential code violations, including violations of the short-term rental ordinances, overgrown lot and untagged or inoperable vehicle, and all other applicable local civil laws and submits weekly inspection reports to the City Administrator.

• Maintains records regarding code violations via a computer-aided tracking system, and documents files until compliance is obtained or a lien is imposed.

• Prepares letters for notice of violation and notice of hearing, clearly identifying code violations and appropriate corrective action.

• Conducts follow-up inspections to previously identified code violations to ensure that code compliance is maintained.

• Assists with permitting and inspection to the degree certification is necessary and obtained from the CITY of KCB. • Maintains vehicles and equipment used in the code enforcement process in good working order.

• Nights, weekends, and holiday work will be required, floating 40 hours per week. Typical day 2 hours office 6 hours on the road.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education, Training and Experience High school diploma required. Experience using computer software and applications. Good written and verbal communication skills, and excellent public relations skills are a necessity. Two years’ experience performing public contact work and demonstrating written, verbal, computer and organization skills is required.

Driver's License Requirement Valid Florida Driver's License Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly required to effectively communicate and exchange information with others. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and crouching throughout the day in varying climate conditions. The employee must frequently lift or move items up to 40 pounds.

Submit resume and completed online application to: City of Key Colony Beach City Hall 600 West Ocean Drive PO Box 510141 Key Colony Beach, FL 33051 Attn: City Administrator Or email to: cityadministrator@keycolonybeach.net Application form: www.keycolonybeach.net; see “I Want To” then “Apply for a Job”.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NOW HIRING DIRECTOR NAEYC accredited preschool seeking a Director.

Faith based preschool with a reputation of maintaining a high quality program and having children ready for kindergarten (formal education). Director’s credential and prior experience required. Must be a team player, work well with church and advisory school board. Competitive benefits and salary.

TEACHER NAEYC accredited preschool seeking a Teacher.

Follow our mission as a faith based high quality program. Instill the love of learning, social skills while preparing children to succeed. Must have effective communication skills, patience and compassion suitable to work with young children and the ability to develop activities that are fun and educational. Minimum of CDA and prior experience required. Starting salary up to $15.00/hr., competitive benefits and free tuition for your preschool age child.

Call Sue Ellen at 305-852-2161 to schedule an in-person interview.

St James the Fisherman Church and Children's Center, MM87.5 Overseas Highway, Islamorada.

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.

SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS NEEDED! Monroe County School District

Salary $18.00 - $25.80/hour Key West, Sugarloaf, Marathon and Upper Keys (4 work locations) No Experience Required, Benefits, CDL Training Provided – work as a Bus Aide while training, Full Time or Flexible, Part Time Hours - 6 to 9 am or 1 or 2 to 5 pm Apply online: www.keysschools.com

OPEN POSITIONS

AT BAPTIST HEALTH SOUTH FLORIDA

TAVERNIER MARINERS HOSPITAL - Environmental Tech, $2,000 Bonus - Line Cook - Medical Technologist, Lab-Admin, $15,000 Bonus - Multi-Modality Imaging Tech, $9,000 Bonus - Physical Therapist, $5,000 Bonus - Registered Nurse, Surgery MARATHON FISHERMEN’S COMMUNITY HOSPITAL - ED Team Coordinator - First Cook, $5,000 Bonus - Floor Technician, $5,000 Bonus - Multi-Modality Imaging Tech, $9,000 Bonus - Security Officer

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

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

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

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

Diesel Mechanic Truck Helpers CDL Drivers Applicants must apply in person to be considered.

4290 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

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Started as a Teller

PART TIME / FULL TIME OPPORTUNITIES W/FLEXIBLE SCHEDULES

Growth Opportunities Plus Great Benefits!

BELL/VALET Front Desk Agent Reservations Agent HOUSEKEEPING Public Area and Room Attendant

Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance

F&B Cook Dishwasher Food Runner/Busser

Paid Time Off Starting at 30 days per year Paid Time Off for Volunteering Tuition Reimbursement

SPA TERRE AT OCEAN KEY Licensed Massage Therapist Licensed Nail Technician

Competitive Salaries

MANAGEMENT OPENINGS Front Office Manager Sous Chef F&B Manager

401K Employer Match Quarterly Cash Profit Sharing Great Hours

WE ARE EXCITED TO OFFER REDUCED-COST EMPLOYEE HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES IN OLD TOWN! SCAN TO VIEW JOB OPENINGS. APPLY TODAY!

Apply Online at KeysBank.com/Careers

APPLY ONLINE AT www.noblehousehotels.com/careers APPLY IN PERSON AT Zero Duval St. Ocean Key Resort and Spa is EOE.

DOLPHIN RESEARCH CENTER IS HIRING! School Programs & Outreach Curriculum Specialist (Full-Time - Permanent)

Visual Communications Seasonal Utility Position (Full-Time)

Volunteer Resources Administrative Assistant (Full-Time, Permanent)

Media & Marketing Staff Member (Full-Time, Permanent)

Education Program Host (Full-Time, Permanent)

IT Technical Specialist (Part Time, Permanent)

Human Resources Assistant (Part-Time, Permanent)

Guest Services Staff

(Full-Time/Part-Time, Temporary/Permanent) Benefits include medical, life & disability insurance, 401(k) plan, paid vacation, sick time & holidays.

Full job descriptions available at www.dolphins.org/career_opportunities Email cover letter, DRC application & resume to drc-hr@dolphins.org EOE DOLPHIN RESEARCH CENTER 58901 O/S Hwy - Grassy Key, FL Teaching... Learning... Caring

Maria Garcia VP/Branch Manager

Member FDIC

EOE-M/F/V/D

Equal Housing Lender

The Guidance/Care Center, Inc. a division of

“Uplifting the human spirit since 1973”

THE GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER, Inc.

IS HIRING!

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

KEY WEST

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

MARATHON

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

A caring heart & helpful hands required.

Ability to work some evening or weekend shifts a plus.

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

Background and drug screen req.

COMPETITIVE PAY! EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS!!!

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

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

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

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

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

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

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LET’S DO BUSINESS - 305.743-0844 Licensed & Insured Contractor # CACO53827

ARTIC TEMP, INC.

Leslie Christensen

Air Conditioning & Refrigeration

OWNER

phone 305-743-6881 AmericanCoastalRentals.com Leslie@AmericanCoastalRentals.com 9141 Overseas Hwy, Marathon

Residential, Commercial & Marine Ice Machine - Sales - Service Phone: (305) 743-5288

CARS, TRUCKS, RV'S & BOATS (305) 456-9004 Ä sundrenchedcustoms@gmail.com G @sundrenchedcustoms

Liz Samess Interiors

PROFESSIONAL DETAILING

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Design, Decorating, Drafting, & More…

CALL US FOR A FREE HOME ESTIMATE

Liz Samess

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KEY LARGO - KEY WEST

Fax: (305) 743-6887

Alexia Mann, GRI

Interior Designer

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

A division of SALT Service, serving The Keys since 1989

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

305-289-1150

Marathon, FL 33050

www.saltenergy.net 2992 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050

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Barbara Sanchez

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Home & Offices Expertly Cleaned Fast Dependable Service

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Customer service is my strength Brian@tewesmortgage.com

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305-766-0819 305-924-0179

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Sportfishing Adventures

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info@johnnymaddoxcharters.com

305-481-3259

Nails by Ivis

Manicures • Pedicures Acrylics • Gelish • Facials • Waxing

5177 Overseas Highway

(Between Office Depot & Main Post Office)

Marathon, FL 33050 305-289-1631

Keys Fisheries Market & Marina Mile Marker 48.5, Marathon End of 35th Street Bayside

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Chad Cossairt 305-340-8392

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

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9141 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050 www.karenraspe.com

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9141 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050 www.karenraspe.com

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Michelle McBride REALTOR

513.835.5359 www.keysrealestate.com

Cell: 305-363-8330 Office: 305-735-4626 will@cecflk.com www.CECFLK.com

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GENERAL CONTRACTORS & ENGINEERS

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

Michael Kiraly

Mortgage Lender Supervisor NMLS# 675432 MKiraly@My100Bank.com Direct: (305) 942-1756 Office: (305) 676-3019 11400 Overseas Hwy, Suite 214 & 215 Marathon, FL 33050 MY100BANK.COM | Centennial Bank

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9141 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050

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Islamorada: 305.664.4444 Marathon: 305.743.7636 Big Pine Key: 305.735.4962 Key West: 305.294.5155 www.KeysRealEstate.com

OPEN HOUSE | SUN | 12-3

27442 Antigua Lane, Ramrod 4/2 - 1,045 SF - Cute & well-maintained home - Large backyard and deck - Ocean access - 15,000lb. boat lift - 58' dockage Plenty of parking - Room for a pool MLS#601660 - Offered at $1,225,000

ALICIA LUND 305-431-0577

OPEN HOUSE | SUN | 11-1

360 10th Street, Key Colony 2/2 - 1,944 SF - Elegant & Exquisitely updated, East facing treasure - Cathedral ceilings - Open concept living, dining, kitchen - Screened balcony - 37.5 ft Dock MLS#601271- Offered at $1,430,500

KAREN RASPE & TRACY CHACKSFIELD 305-393-9010 | 312-350-4601

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171 3rd Street, Key Colony 2/2 - 1,433 SF - Light & Airy coastal chic half-duplex - Custom kitchen - Marble finished baths - Screened balcony - Step down dock - Addl 593 sf bonus space MLS#601592- Offered at $1,299,000

KAREN RASPE & TRACY CHACKSFIELD 305-393-9010 | 312-350-4601

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12555 O/S Hwy B, Marathon MLS#601652 - Offered at $1,300,000

Vaca Cove Condominiumized Single Family Homes 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms - Spacious open floor plan Laundry - Covered parking for cars and trailers Water views - Hot tub - Assigned 35' docakge JODY OWEN & LYNN B. LUCAS 305-923-1902 | 305-393-0559

8304 Gulf Of Mexico Blvd, Marathon 3/2 - 2,000 SF -Seawatch Condominium 3rd Floor Unit - Views of the Marina & Vaca Cut Unparalleled amenities: gated access, pool, hot tub, tennis courts, gym, cabana, owner storage MLS#600905 - Offered at $899,000 JODY OWEN & LYNN B. LUCAS 305-923-1902 | 305-393-0559

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681 8th St., Key Colony Beach 4/3 - 2,534 SF - Direct Open Water Access Gated Property - 75’ dock - Waterside Balcony Two master Suites - Mature Tropical Landscaping Covered Porch - Room for a pool MLS#600792 - Offered at $2,375,000

JODY OWEN & LYNN B. LUCAS 305-923-1902 | 305-393-0559

7001 Harbor Village Dr., Duck Key 2/2.5 - 900 SF - Spa Villa at Village at Hawks Cay End unit - Expanded Patio - Access to Resort Amenities: Private- Pools - Lagoon Call today to schedule a private tour MLS#600855 - Offered at $719,000 JODY OWEN & LYNN B. LUCAS 305-923-1902 | 305-393-0559

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