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MARATHON HAS SPOKEN

Voters decide largest council election

ALEX RICKERT alex@keysweekly.com

If anyone says they knew exactly how the Nov. 8 Marathon City Coun cil election would end, be skeptical.

The largest city election since Marathon’s incorporation in 1999 did not disappoint, as the hotly-contested field of nine candidates was whittled to four barely an hour after polls closed on Tuesday night.

Topping the field with 1,671 votes was current planning commission chair Lynn Landry, followed closely by cur rent councilwoman Robyn Still at 1,602 and Jeff Smith at 1,500. A tight battle for the fourth open seat saw Kenny Matlock (1,246 votes) emerge victori ous over runners-up Mike Leonard and Kevin Macaulay. A total of 138 votes separated fourth through sixth place.

The result comes at the conclusion of an extended issue-focused cam paign by the large field of candidates as Marathon continues to navigate critical lawsuits surrounding building permits and affordable housing allocations.

“I’m so looking forward to working with the new council,” said Still at a joint victory celebration with Landry at the Marathon Elks Lodge, where the two were soon joined by Smith and Matlock. “We have great things that we need to do. … Just remember: I’m approachable. Come to me if you have questions or comments; I need to hear that. If we don’t hear from you, we can’t work with you. Let’s have a great upcoming year.”

“It’s a very humbling experience to have such support in this community,” said Landry. “I’m looking forward to doing the work now. Campaigning was interesting for me, and now I’m ready to serve this community.”

Per the referendum passed in August’s primary election to avoid ex cessive single-election turnover on the city council, Landry, Still and Smith will serve three-year terms on the council, while Matlock will serve for two years to line up with the expiration of current councilman Luis Gonzalez’s term.

With 34,095 ballots cast out of 55,183 registered voters, Monroe County as a whole welcomed a rela tively strong voter turnout for a nonpresidential election at 61.79%.

In an election deciding the largest number of city council seats since Marathon’s incorporation, voters chose Lynn Landry, left, Jeff Smith, Robyn Still and Kenny Matlock

Lynn Landry, left, celebrates his City Coun cil victory with his wife Freida. Photos by Alex Rickert and Patti Childress

Current councilwoman Robyn Still, right, and her husband Chris end the night with a W.

Jeff Smith, center, rallies the troops at Sparky’s Landing.

Chris Cameron, left, and current Marathon Mayor John Bartus, right.

Wayne, left, and Donnalee Quarberg finish election season strong.

Mike Leonard’s family and supporters.

George Hausermann holds a sign for Ingrid Tyree.

to rep resent the city’s residents. See below and page 8 for full coverage. ALEX RICKERT/Keys Weekly

Vance Bursa claimed a top-10 spot at Nov. 5’s FHSAA state cross country championships, but not without a fight to the finish. Bursa edged Pensacola Christian’s Drew Birx by less than seven hundredths of a second.

in Florida and the Keys kept their governor, their U.S. senator, their South Florida U.S. congressman and their Florida Keys state representative, all of whom are Republicans.

Gov. Ron DeSantis took 60% of the votes to defeat former governor Charlie Crist.

U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio took 58% to beat Val Demings, while U.S. Rep. Carlos Gimenez earned 63% of votes to beat Robert Asencio.

Closer to home in the Florida Keys, State Rep. Jim Mooney defeated Adam Gentle with 61% of the votes.

About 2.72 million votes were cast in Florida, with 34,095 ballots coming from the Florida Keys, where Supervi sor of Elections Joyce Griffin reported a countywide turnout of 62%.

Winner LYNN LANDRY

1,671 votes

Thank you to the city of Marathon for putting your faith and trust in me to be your next council mem ber. Now it’s time to go to work for you, and thank you to everyone who supported and helped me during my campaign.”

MARATHON CITY COUNCIL

Due to the referendum passed in August’s primary election, as the lowest vote-getter to win a seat on the council, Kenny Matlock will serve a two-year term expiring in conjunction with current councilman Luis Gonzalez’s term.

Breaking down the vote for Marathon City Council and Key Colony Beach Commission

I want to thank everyone for allow ing me the honor of retaining my seat on Marathon’s City Council and serving you for the next three years. I look forward to working for the betterment of our entire community. Please help me bring the voice of our community to the City Council by reaching out to me with your comments, suggestions and ideas.”

Winner ROBYN STILL

1,602 votes

Winner JEFF SMITH

1,500 votes

Thank you to the voters for entrusting me to serve our community on City Council. I am humbled by the support and encouraged by the voter turnout demonstrating an engaged communi ty. I am grateful for the support of my family, friends and community during the election cycle. Congratulations to the winning candidates and thank you to all the candidates for running strong issue-focused campaigns. I look forward to getting to work on the city’s pressing issues with my fellow councilpersons and city staff.”

Thank you to all who supported me. It’s truly an honor to be cho sen to represent the locals on our city council.”

Winner KENNY MATLOCK

1,246 votes

“I would like to thank everyone who showed their support for this grassroots campaign. My love for Marathon runs as deep as ever and I promise to continue to fight for the environment, the community, and you!”

1,131 votes

10.81% 11.03% 7.07% 5.99%6.40%

1,108 votes 725 votes 656 votes 614 votes

“I want to thank everyone that took the time to vote for and support my candidacy for city council. Your faith and trust in me has touched my heart. May God bless each and every one of you.”

“The voters have spoken and the election is over. It’s now time to move on and get back to work for the residents of Marathon. I am proud of my campaign and those who supported me and will continue to put my efforts into making Marathon the best place it can be. I will continue my focus on the city’s most important asset: our locals.”

“Congratulations to the winners.”

“I would like to thank everyone that support ed the campaign. 600+ people are now aware that we have some major issues. God bless America.”

KEVIN MACAULAY MIKE LEONARD RICHARD TAMBORRINO

Thank you KCB! I’m honored and hum bled by your support of me as your City Commissioner. I want to say a spe cial thanks to all who helped out with my candidacy, especially my wonderful family, who was with me through this whole journey.”

Now that the votes are in and the vot ers have spoken, now is the time to build the new. We have the opportu nity to face the future with a renewed direction. The commission will have many difficult decisions and projects to address in the coming years, city hall being foremost on the list. I wish to thank everyone who voted for me and assure those who didn’t that I will serve all with honesty and transpar ency.

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GOLDEN YEARS

Drew Grossman, CEO of Fishermen’s and Mariners hospitals, agreed that Hershoff is a people person.

JAY

HERSHOFF APPOINTED

CHAIR OF BAPTIST HEALTH SOUTH FLORIDA BOARD

“He realizes that it takes all kinds of differ ent talent to get the job done every day,” said Grossman. “He has a good way of interacting. He’s the first one to say he needs to learn more.”

Hershoff is indeed humble about how he got his start in working with Keys hospitals in 1993, when a colleague suggested he fill a va cancy on the Mariners Hospital board.

“Before that, I had never been involved with a hospital, other than being a patient,” he said.

In the mid-1990s, using negotiating skills developed over years of working as an attor ney in crime, personal injury and family law, Hershoff hammered out a deal for Mariners Hospital to become a part of the Baptist Health South Florida system and get a new facility as a result. Prior to that, Mariners had been housed in an old building with additions that had been slapped on over the years.

Eventually, he moved on to the Fishermen’s board, then finally joined the Baptist Health South Florida board in 2002.

JayHershoff is 79 years old. And he’s “retired.” Or, at least, as retired as you can be when you’re the chairman of the board of trustees for Baptist Health South Florida, an organization that stretches from Marathon to Boynton Beach and has 12 hospitals, 26,000 employees, 20 urgent care sites, 19 diagnostic centers and much more.

Many of us in the Keys may envision our golden years as a simple life where the most pressing decision of the day is: Should we eat at Ziggie’s or Lazy Days tonight? But since officially becoming chairman on Oct. 1, Hershoff has a say in how to spend $5 billion a year in annual revenue, on everything from a new physician and new services to a new building.

When Keys Weekly spoke to him on a phone call that was scheduled a few days ahead of time, he was frequently interrupted by calls and texts regarding Baptist Health South Florida matters.

“There goes another one,” he said, as his line clicked. “That’s a fellow board member. Since I started as chairman 31 days ago, I would say 25 of those days were spent on the hospital.”

In addition to juggling board chairman activities, Hershoff heads into his law firm, Hershoff, Lupino and Yagel, to work a few hours a week — even though he officially retired on Dec. 31, 2019.

“I should get a phone call from the ‘Not Retirement Society,’” he said, chuckling. “I have a hard time saying ‘no.’”

Jokes aside, Hershoff’s friends and colleagues are quick to point out his ac complishments. Marathon residents (and husband-and-wife team) Jim Rifkin and Jane Packard spearheaded efforts to raise $15

million from the community toward replac ing the old Fishermen’s Community Hospital building that was destroyed during Hur ricane Irma. As part of a deal that Hershoff brokered, Baptist Health agreed to pay for the facility as long as locals contributed at least $15 million.

“He’s an amazing person,” said Rifkin. “He’s the first person from the Keys to achieve the position of chairman at Baptist Health South Florida. And without Jay, there would be no hospital here (in Marathon). Jay went to the hallowed halls of Baptist Health and convinced them to get on board. In the last 20 years, only one rural hospital was built in the country — and I’m looking out the window right at it.”

“Jay eats, breathes and sleeps Baptist Health. That’s his passion,” said Packard. “Fishermen’s and Mariners would never have happened without him. To me, to know Jay is to love Jay. ”

“I have no hobbies any more,” he said, explaining that he physically can no longer handle the water activities he used to adore. “I’m passionate about health care and helping communities. I’m very proud of what we’ve done to get the new hospital and board approval for the medical arts building on the old library site in Marathon. My perfect day is getting things approved at Baptist Health, when the sun shines by the pool — and anything with my wife, Nancy.”

The Islamorada resident wears his power lightly — in that Florida Keys way.

On Oct. 28, he went to the Hilton in Miami to speak to an audience of 125 Baptist Health board members. When he went to unpack his suitcase in his hotel room, he realized that he had not packed any long pants to wear.

“I got up to make the speech, and I was wearing Columbia cargo shorts,” he said, laugh ing. “Everyone else was in long pants. I said, ‘The invitation said business casual, but I’m in Keys formal.’”

Needless to say, he brought down the house.

Jay Hershoff uses negotiating skills developed over years of working as an attorney in order to put togeth er deals at Baptist Health South Florida for everything from new buildings to new staff members. Seen here, Hershoff sits at his desk at his law firm, Hershoff, Lupino and Yagel. KEYS WEEKLY FILE PHOTO

On June 10, 2020, current board chairman of Baptist Health South Florida Jay Hershoff attends a cer emony to commemorate the last beam being lifted into place for the new Fishermen’s Community Hos pital building. Hershoff helped negotiate the deal to have Baptist Health build the facility. Pictured from left are Jeff Smith, Fishermen’s Community Hospital advisory board member; Jane Packard, foundation board member; Hershoff; then-State Rep. Holly Raschein; and County Commissioners Michelle Lincoln and Craig Cates. BARRY GAUKEL/Keys Weekly

THE BUZZ ABOUT 79TH STREET

MEGHAN RICHARDSON www.keysweekly.com

Thanks to our keenly observant locals, new construction creates quite the buzz around town. An often-uttered question is, “Is it housing?” This is followed with, “Will it be affordable?”

To answer these questions at the corner of 79th Street and Overseas Highway in Marathon, Habitat for Humanity of the Middle Keys (HFHMK) has great news. The Anchor Inn, which stood sentinel for 64 years on that corner, graciously gave up its post to make way for HFHMK’s largest build to date: eight affordable homes plus a combination affiliate office and Habitat ReStore. This build, named Bell Haven in honor of the late Jill Bell, is slated to be complete by late 2023.

“This project has been a crazy dream since 2018 when we asked ourselves, as an affiliate, what could we do if we ever got ownership of a large parcel of land?” said Chris Todd Young, HFHMK executive director. “The discussion quickly took shape that beyond the ever-present need for affordable homes, our community desperately needed a ReStore. We get calls daily from people wanting to donate or are in search of items. People constantly stop in our office asking if we are a ReStore.”

Fast forward four years and that “crazy dream” is transforming into concrete foundations, columns, stairs and floors. Thanks to cooperation among IMBY LLC (then-owner of the Anchor Inn property), Monroe County, the City of Marathon, and HFHMK, the land was acquired, designs were created, and permits were pulled. Keys Contracting Services is heading up the build of eight side-by side duplexes, with six three-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom units and two two-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom units.

“It’s so exciting and also scary,” said Young. “Exciting because we are answering not one but two needs for our community. Scary because of the price tag. Back in 2015, we could get a modular for around $175,000. These homes are costing nearly $400,000 each. That’s a lot of fundraising, and no, we haven’t raised enough yet to reach the finish line. So yeah, it’s scary, but our community needs this.”

The project’s estimated cost is just shy of $5 million, of which HFHMK has raised nearly $3 million so far. Instrumental in Habitat’s efforts are the State of Florida, Department of Economic Opportunity, Baptist Health South Florida, the Homeownership for All license plate grant, Publix Super Markets Charities, the Community Foundation of the Florida Keys, Bank of America, Wells Fargo and Truist Foundation. Additionally, donations have been made in honor of the late Jill Bell, Joseph Rabito, Robert Guerin and Nancy Coletti. Beyond donations and grants, HFHMK applies the mortgage principal payments made by current Habitat homeowners toward new build costs.

“If all of our locals donated just $25, it will bring us over $200,000 closer,” said Young. “I think people worry if they can’t give much, but small donations add up.” To donate right now and be a part of the Bell Haven $25 Donation Drive, scan the attached QR code.

Donations can also be made at www.habitatmiddlekeys.org, or at the office at 8055 Overseas Hwy. in Marathon. For business donations, please ask about the benefits of joining the Mangrove Club. All donations are tax deductible as allowed by law.

Applications for the homes will be available in January. The organization expects a highly competitive selection process with more than 100 applicants. Information about the

application process will be posted on HFHMK’s website toward the end of this year, and specific questions may be directed to Meghan Richardson, the organization’s homeowner services manager.

Despite their high cost, the builds are made affordable for homeowners with Habitat’s 0% interest 30-year mortgage with a down payment of only $1,000 due at closing. Monthly payments include principal, taxes and insurance. In exchange for the low down payment, selected homeowners must complete 350 hours of “sweat equity” prior to closing. Examples of sweat equity hours include assisting in the home’s completion, volunteering with Habitat and other non-profits, and helping at community events.

“This is true homeownership. While the homes will always be deeded affordable and thus never see the dramatic increases in value that market rate homes do, Habitat homeowners build equity over time while also enjoying the security of a permanent place to live,” said Young. “Affordable homeownership means less employee turnover due to lack of affordable rentals. It opens up a rental elsewhere and can mean an increase in pet adoptions, better school participation by both parents and children, attention to preventative health care, and the ability to plan for the future. Habitat is the mangrove forest of the community by providing stability for every other aspect to thrive.”

‘Bell Haven’ on the corner of 79th Street in Marathon will soon be home to eight affordable side-byside duplexes.

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SPORTS & MORE

4 PITCHERS, 0 HITS, 9 INNINGS IS IT A NO HITTER?

RALPH MORROW

... a veteran sports columnist, says the only sport he doesn’t follow is cricket. That leaves plenty of others to fill his time.

ralphmoro1936 @gmail.com

Iwonder

what Don Larsen would have thought about the World Series game on Nov. 2. It was the fourth game of this year’s Series, won by the Houston Astros in six games.

It’s the game that will go down as a no-hitter, albeit one in which Houston’s Cristian Javier pitched six innings, followed by three other pitchers. Bryan Abreu, Rafael Montero and Ryan Pressly each hurled one inning without allowing a hit.

As Javier, 25, went inning to inning, allowing no hits, I rooted for him, that he would pitch nine innings. He did not, of course.

He issued just two walks while striking out nine before he exited to a big hug from Astros manager Dusty Baker after 97 pitches.

Relievers Abreu (1.0 IP, 0 H, 0 BB, 3 Ks), Montero (1.0 IP, 0 H, 0 BB, 1 K) and Pressly (1.0 IP, 0 H, 1 BB, 1 K) followed with no-hit innings of their own to complete just the second no-hitter in World Series history.

Do you remember the first? I do, of course. It was Don Larsen’s perfect game. Larsen was pitching for the New York Yankees. He pitched it in game five of the 1956 World Series against the Brooklyn Dodgers.

I probably remember it most because my favorite player, Dale Mitchell, made the 27th out of Larsen’s perfect game. Mitchell played most of his career with the Cleveland Indians and was traded to the Dodgers late in the 1956 season. He rarely struck out, but did so with a called strike three to complete Larsen’s perfect game.

Larsen pitched for seven teams. His win-loss record was 81-91. Larsen was 90 when he died on Jan. 2, 2020. Larsen and Mark Shaw wrote a book with a forward by Yogi Berra, who was Larsen’s catcher, titled, “The Perfect Yankee: The Incredible Story of the Greatest Miracle in Baseball History.” I have not read it, so I cannot give it a plus or minus.

The Houston Astros won the 2022 World Series trophy. CONTRIBUTED

The third no-hitter thrown in post-season would be Roy Halladay’s of Oct. 6, 2010. He pitched for the Philadelphia Phillies against the Cincinnati Reds in Game 1 of the National League Division Series. Philadelphia won 4-0.

There have been 314 no-hitters in Major League history, including 23 perfect games starting in 1880. Five no-hitters were recorded in 2022.

One of the most famous without being a complete perfect game was pitched by Harvey Haddix on May 26, 1959. Haddix pitched 12 perfect innings for Pittsburgh against the Milwaukee Braves. In the 13th inning, third baseman Don Hoak made an error on a grounder by Felix Mantilla, according to Wikipedia. Eddie Matthews sacrificed Mantilla to second and Hank Aaron was intentionally walked.

Joe Adcock then apparently homered, so not only did Haddix lose his perfect game and no-hitter, but the victory as well. However, Aaron left the basepath and was passed by Adcock for the second out. Supposedly the Braves won, 2-0. The National League president eventually ruled that Adcock’s homer was a double and only Mantilla’s run counted, resulting in a final score of 1-0.

But the Pirates and Haddix still lost.

COLLEGE PRESIDENT OFFERS

SALUTE TO VETERANS DAY

NOV. 11 HONORS

ALL AMERICAN VETERANS

The College of the Florida Keys honored veterans as part of its Nov. 5 festivities at Community Day on the Key West Campus. CFK President Jonathan Gueverra delivered his annual Salute to Veterans, honor ing John Parce, a Naval aviator and a member of the CFK Foundation’s board of directors:

This Veterans Day, I encourage all to take a moment to reflect on the sacrifices that our service members bear for all Americans and for the principles of democracy. Our heroes continue to serve in a variety of ways that benefit our communities. I salute all veterans as well as current service men and women, including my son Julius, who is serving in the Navy. I express my sincerest thanks to them and their families for their dedication and commitment, and for their contin ued service to protecting our freedom wherever they are deployed.

The Florida Keys and the College have indeed benefitted from the con tributions of many veterans over the years. Each one deserves special recog nition. Today, I salute one veteran in the CFK family: U.S. Naval Aviator John Parce, who is a member of the CFK Foundation’s board of directors and the founder of a scholarship for nurs ing students.

Parce, whose father was a Navy pilot, was destined for a military ca reer. He grew up surrounded by strong military role models and molded by experiences brought by living in various locations across the country. Parce earned a Navy ROTC scholarship to attend Marquette University, and immediately after graduating in 1974, he enlisted in the Navy and started flight training. In his 20 years of service, he was a naval aviator, intelligence officer and military diplomat. Parce also served as the Assistant Naval At tache at the U.S. Embassy in Bangkok, Thailand.

Parce flew in jet squadrons, pilot ing the EA3 Skywarrior over all the oceans of the world. In 1981, he was recognized as the Number Two Carrier Pilot in the Atlantic Fleet, which was composed of about 500 pilots.

During his assignments to foreign lands, Parce opted to live within the cities and towns instead of on the U.S. military bases or the aircraft carriers. He lived in Spain and in various parts

of Asia, where he immersed himself in the cultures and communities. The perspective gained enriched his personal experience and aided him professionally in his work as a military diplomat.

Parce was first introduced to Key West when he was stationed at NASKey West in 1984. Upon retiring from the Navy as a commander in 1994, he chose to move back to the island. He spent the following four years restor ing a Conch House he had purchased while on assignment. The refurbished historic home paved the way for a sec ond career helping people buy and sell houses in the Old Town neighborhood. Parce has been a full-time Realtor since 2001.

Since moving to the Keys, Parce followed the growth of the college and was particularly interested in the nursing program. He even highlighted CFK’s nursing program in an article aimed at prospective home buy ers — pointing out the quality of the program as an educational option and as a positive influence on health care services in the Keys. Parce took his interest in the college to the next level in 2020 by establishing a scholarship for nursing students. Earlier this year, he joined the CFK Foundation’s board of directors, where he is able to further expand his impact on and support of the college.

It is with great honor that on this Veterans Day 2022, the College of the Florida Keys and I salute Navy Com mander John Parce. He exemplifies the vast talent, grit and selflessness of the U.S. military. Thank you for your con tinuous service to our country, state, and community. May such achieve ments, sacrifice, and generosity serve as an inspiration for all.

— Jonathan Gueverra, College of the Florida Keys president

City of Marathon City Council Agenda

9805 Overseas Hwy., Marathon Tuesday, November 15, 2022 5:30 P.M.

(*Denotes Item Is Passed By Consent Upon Approval of Agenda)

Public Comments taken on all times and at 6:30pm time certain for items not on the agenda or as soon as possible thereafter of after the last agenda item; whichever comes first.

Resolution 2022-119, Accepting The Results Of The Municipal General Election Held November 8, 2022 For The Election Of Four At Large City Council Seats; And Providing For An Effective Date.

A. Swearing in of Council Members

B. Mayor and Vice Mayor Selection

City Council Items

A. Appointment of Marathon Board of Trustee for Fire Retirement Plan

B. Hours of Operation for Construction Discussion (Gonzalez)

C. KAIR Request to waive fees and allow use of the beach and serve wine and beer January 20 and 21, 2023

City Manager Report

A. MCSO Marathon Substation Report

B. Grants Update

C. Building Report

D. Park and Recreation Report

E. Marathon Fire Rescue Report

F. Marina Report

G. Code Report

H. Wastewater Utilities Report

I. Planning Department Report

J. Public Works Report

J. FOLKS Case Not to Exceed Amount

Quasi-Judicial Public Hearings:

A. Resolution 2022-120, Consideration Of A Request By Coastal Properties – Vaca Cut Annex LLC. For A Conditional Use Permit, Pursuant To Chapter 102, Article 13 Of The City Of Marathon Land Development Regulations (“The Code”) Entitled “Conditional Use Permits”, Authorizing The Development Of A Two (2) Story, Six (6) Unit Multi-Family Affordable Housing Unit Located At 11990 Overseas Highway, Which Is Legally Described As Block E Lots 4, 5 And 6 Hawaiian Village PB4-70 Fat Deer Key, Monroe County, Florida, Having Real Estate Number 00357680-000000. Nearest Mile Marker 53

Ordinances for Final Public Hearing and Adoption

A. Ordinance 2022-21 Amending The Future Land Use Map (FLUM) From Residential Medium (RM) To Recreation (R) For Property Described As Waloriss Subdivision PB3-113 (Park), Having Real Estate Number 00354681-000000; Providing For Severability; Providing For The Repeal Of Conflicting Provisions; Providing For The Transmittal Of This Ordinance To The State Department Of Economic Opportunity; And Providing For An Effective Date Upon The Approval Of This Ordinance By The State Department Of Economic Opportunity.

B. Ordinance 2022-22, Amending The Zoning From Residential Medium (RM) To Parks and Recreation (PR) For Property Described As Waloriss Subdivision PB3-113 (Park), Having Real Estate Number 00354681-000000; Providing For Severability; Providing For The Repeal Of Conflicting Provisions; Providing For The Transmittal Of This Ordinance To The State Department Of Economic Opportunity; And Providing For An Effective Date Upon The Approval Of This Ordinance By The State Department Of Economic Opportunity.

C. Ordinance 2022-24, Amending Chapter 107, Article 7 (“Signs”) By Deleting Section 107.621(F)G Which Previously Required A Photometric Study To Be Conducted For Every Digital Sign; Providing For The Repeal Of All Ordinances Or Parts Thereof Found To Be In Conflict; Providing For Severability; Providing For The Transmittal Of This Ordinance To The State Department Of Economic Opportunity; Providing For An Effective Date Upon The Final Approval Of This Ordinance By The State Department Of Economic Opportunity; And Providing For Inclusion In The Code Of Ordinances.

D. Ordinance 2022-25, Amending Chapter 102 “Subdivision of Land/Plats and Replats’; Amending Table 102.46.1 And Adding Table 102.47.1; Providing For The Repeal Of All Code Provisions And Ordinances Inconsistent With This Ordinance; Providing For Severability; Providing For Inclusion In The Code Of Ordinances, City Of Marathon, Florida; And Providing An Effective Date.

E. Ordinance 2022-26, Adding Sections 15-5 And 15-6 Of The City Code Of Ordinances, ‘Recreational Fires’ And ‘Penalty’ Respectively; Providing For Renumbering Of This Chapter; Providing For Removal Of Any Sections Of The Code Found In Conflict With This Change In The Ordinance; Providing For Severability; Providing For Incorporation Into The Code Of Ordinanc es; And Providing For An Effective Date.

Resolutions For Adoption

A. Resolution 2022-121, Amending The City’s Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Budget; And Providing For An Effective Date.

B. Resolution 2022-122, Approving An Amendment To All Contracts For Goods And Services Related To The Recovery From Hurricane Irma, And The City Of Marathon, Florida; And Providing For An Effective Date.

C. Resolution 2022-123, Approval of a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) grant award of $187,068.75 passed through as a subrecipient agreement with the Florida Division of Emergency Management to create the City Watershed Management Plan, plus a $62,356.25 match provided by Resilient Florida Vulnerability Assessment grant 22PLN65, for a total project value of $249,425.00.

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.* Resolution 2022-124, Authorizing The City To Extend The Agreement With Ronald L. Book, P.A. For Professional Consulting And Lobbying Services Before The Legislature Of The State Of Florida; Authorizing The City Manager To Expend Budgeted Funds, And Execute The Extension Agreement; And Providing An Effective Date.

.* Resolution 2022-125, Approving And Authorizing The City Manager To Extend the Agreement With Culver’s Cleaning Company For Cleaning Services At Marathon City Hall, Fire Station And Utility/Public Works Building In An Amount Not To Exceed $53,300 Per Year; And Providing For An Effective Date.

F.* Resolution 2022-126, Approving a Contract Between The City of Marathon And Thomas A. Morris for the Purchase of the Property at 383 112th Street, Marathon, FL with Parcel ID 00344450-000000; Appropriating Funds; And Providing For An Effective Date.

G.* Resolution 2022-127, Approving And Accepting A Warranty Deed For The Conveyance Of Land From Wilgens Torres, Sr., Recipient Of A Residential Dwelling Unit Allocation Award; Authorizing Its Recording In The Public Records Of Monroe County, Florida; And Providing An Effective Date.

H.* Resolution 2022-128, Approving And Accepting A Warranty Deed For The Conveyance Of Land From Christopher B. Daughtry, Recipient Of A Residential Dwelling Unit Allocation Award; Authorizing Its Recording In The Public Records Of Monroe County, Florida; And Providing An Effective Date.

I.* Resolution 2022-129, Approving An Amended Agreement Between The City Of Marathon And Jeff D. Vastola, Esq. For Code Enforcement Special Magistrate Services; And Providing For An Effective Date.

J.* Resolution 2022-130, Approving A One Year Extension Of The Renewable Contract Agreement With Sarah Matthis To Provide Services To The City As A Public Information Officer; And Providing For An Effective Date.

Pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, if a person decides to appeal any decision made by the City Council with respect to any matter considered at such hearing or meeting, one will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose that person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made; such record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

ADA Assistance: Anyone needing special assistance at the City Council hearing due to disability should contact the City of Marathon City Attorney at (305) 289-4130 at least five days prior thereto. Please contact the City Clerk at clavierd@ci.marathon.fl.us if you would like to receive any of the items on the agenda by email.

Military veteran and board member of the College of the Florida Keys Founda tion John Parce and CFK President Jonathan Gueverra at the college’s Community Day event on Nov. 5.

CONTRIBUTED

By: Tracy and Sean McDonald

Team Sport

THE SCOREBOARD

Opponent Date Result

Key West Boys soccer (preseason) MAST Academy 11/1 L, 5-1

Coral Shores Football Palmer Trinity 11/3 W, 35-27

Coral Shores Girls soccer (preseason) Seminole HS 11/4 L, 5-1

Key West Football Bishop Verot 11/4 L, 48-14

Key West Girls soccer (preseason) Seminole 11/5 L, 4-3

THIS WEEK IN KEYS SPORTS

Date School Sport

11/10

11/10

ALEXANDER ‘AJ’ SMITH

GRACE ANDREW/Contributed

Opponent Start Time

Marathon Boys soccer @ Westwood 4 p.m.

Key West Boys soccer @ St. Brendan 3:30 p.m.

11/14 Marathon Girls basketball @ Carrollton 5 p.m.

11/14

11/15

Coral Shores Girls basketball @ Divine Savior 4 p.m.

Marathon Boys soccer Florida Christian 4 p.m.

11/15 Marathon Girls soccer @ Silver Palms 4 p.m.

11/15 Key West Boys soccer Keys Gate 5 p.m.

11/15 Key West Girls soccer Keys Gate 3 p.m.

11/15

11/16

11/16

Coral Shores Boys soccer @ St. Brendan 5 p.m.

Marathon Girls soccer @ Homestead High 3 p.m.

Marathon & Coral Shores Weightlifting @ Gulliver Prep 3:30 p.m.

11/16 Marathon Girls basketball @ Gulliver Prep 4 p.m.

11/16

11/17

Coral Shores Boys soccer @ Florida Christian 6 p.m.

Coral Shores Girls soccer St. Brendan 6 p.m.

11/17 Marathon Girls basketball Somerset S. Homestead 4 p.m.

11/18

11/18

11/18

11/18

Key West Girls soccer @ Port Charlotte 7 p.m.

Key West Boys soccer @ Dade Christian 4 p.m.

Marathon Boys soccer Palmer 4 p.m.

Key West Girls basketball @ Barron Collier 5:30 p.m.

Key West High School Junior Swimming

Key West’s swimming program has been a strong one for many years, so to be a standout for the Conchs, it takes a little bit extra. Junior Alexander “AJ” Smith has put in the work to become one of the program’s greatest standouts. Smith won the FHSAA 2A District 16 title in the 50 freestyle event, qualifying him for regionals. While he was at it, he qualified for three more events, including two relays and the 100 freestyle individual race. His regional time of 22.75s in the 50 was fast enough to earn him a bid to states, making him the lone representative for the Conchs. Coach Lori Bosco feels that AJ has more to give at states as he zeroes in on a single race and continues to improve. For his steadfast training, stellar times and focus on teamwork, AJ Smith is this week’s Key’s Weekly Athlete of the Week.

“Everyone looks up to him. He lifts the others up and makes them faster too.”

— Coach Lori Bosco

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BURSA IN ELITE COMPANY AT STATE MEET

Marathon’s top runner races to ninth place finish

Marathon’s cross country team made the long drive to Tallahassee for the Nov. 4 FHSAA 1A Cross Country State Championships at Apalachee Regional Park. The top finisher for the Dolphins was no surprise – Vaclav “Vance” Bursa has been first at the finish line all season long, and his 16:18 ninth-place finish in Tallahassee placed him in an elite group of runners, most of whom graduate in May.

Bursa is a truly talented runner who loves to chase, something he did not get to experience much this season because he was often so far in front of the rest of the field. At states, he had plenty of opportunities to run down his competition. Running his plan, developed with coach Jim Murphy, Bursa executed what Murphy called “a perfect race.”

“My strategy was to start a little slower, then pick people off,” Bursa said. “At first I was in 45th place, at the half-mile I was at 31, and at the halfway point I was 21. Then I began to pick people off and finished in ninth.” Bursa set a new personal record by three seconds and is already thinking about goals for next season.

“I want to be in the 15s,” he said. Bursa will need to drop an additional 18 seconds from his current best time, an entirely attainable goal for a runner with his work ethic and talent.

Vance will not be the only Dolphin back for more in 2023, nor will he be the only Bursa. Brothers Jakub and Antonin “Tony” are a junior and seventh grader, respectively, and every single state-qualifying Dolphin is eligible for a minimum of one more year, with a few who won’t hang up their racing flats until 2029.

The Lady Fins are similarly built for the future, with Marathon’s top three finishers on Nov. 4 still in middle school. Top finisher Sara Robinson, who qualified for the meet despite running at regionals while under the weather, completed the course in 23:21, which put her in 157th place.

“Sara crushed it,” said girls coach Darby Sheehan. “She was looking strong the entire race.”

The Lady Fins have been running in pack formation this season, supporting one another at times and challenging at others. The larger field of competition in Tallahassee made staying together challenging, but the girls didn’t abandon their strategy entirely.

“The girls stayed as a pack at the start, then they paired up,” Sheehan explained, giving them motivation and an extra push to get over the steep hills Keys runners often find challenging. Their close-knit team mentality has been the key to their success this season, and could easily mean a fifth consecutive state appearance in 2023.

Marathon’s boys and girls cross country teams have become a mainstay in distance running, and it appears they aren’t going away any time soon. Both the girls and boys teams qualified for the state championships in Tallahassee, a feat accomplished by only 32 teams statewide.

Marathon seems to relish its reputation as the little school that could. In the past few years, it had a districtwinning track and field team with no track, a state-qualifying high jumper with no pit, and one of the top cross country programs in the state with no grass or hills on which to train. The Dolphins seem to have an element of magic to make all of this happen, but the driving force behind each and every one of these events is head coach Murphy, whose eight consecutive state appearances at the FHSAA 1A Cross Country Championships were built on relentless research, hard work and a dedication to his athletes, many of whom he coaches for seven years. When pressed for the magic ingredient of his programs’ success, he said, “Consistency. There’s something to be said for individual sports and consistency. You take what you’ve built and if it isn’t broken, you keep doing what you have done but add a little each year.”

STATE MEET RESULTS

Runner Time Grade Place

Sara Robinson 23:21.1 8 157

Madelyn Thornton 23:39.5 8 172

Maeve Merryman 23:42.9 8 176 Rain Banks 23:51.5 11 186 Ella Dunn 24:11.7 10 196

Rilynn Richards 24:31.8 8 202

Mikkel Ross 24:34.0 11 203

Runner Time Grade Place

Vance Bursa 16:18.2 10 9

Jakub Bursa 18:14.1 11 111

Antonin Bursa 18:38.1 7 128

Dillon Shelar 19:26.1 11 165

Mason Buxton 19:49.7 11 182

Emmett Merryman 21:17.6 6 217 Jack Dunn 22:59.8 8 228

Tracy and Sean McDonald

BOYS SOCCER FLORIDA CHRISTIAN MARATHON NOVEMBER 15 | 4 P.M.

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Coach Jim Murphy, center, takes a pre-race photo in the fog with the Marathon girls team.

Vance Bursa puts in a final kick against Pensacola Christian’s Drew Birx for a photo finish.

FOOTBALL SEASON OFFICIALLY CLOSES IN MONROE COUNTY

With a trip to Palmer Trinity on Nov. 3, the Coral Shores Hurricanes faced the Falcons with third place in their conference on the line. Also on the line was a bit of redemption for the ’Canes, who had their first loss of the season delivered to them by Palmer in September. Coach Ed Holly was very pleased with his team’s performance and emphasized that the game plan was not based on a revenge scenario, but geared toward his players and their success.

“Our driving force was sending our seniors out on a positive note,” he said.

This time around, the Hurricanes were the better team. Coral Shores beat the Falcons 35-27. Scoring for the ’Canes were Chuck Jacobsen with a hat trick of rushing touchdowns as well as single rushing scores from Dantay Diorio and AJ Putetti.

Holly said the big difference between the games with Palmer was that “last time, we ran out of time.” His 2022 squad secured a winning 7-3 record, up from 5-6 last year, and he looks forward to the future.

“We got better and better as the season went on,” he said. “We are looking to continue this next season.”

In the meantime, he and several seniors will focus on getting to the next level of play. Xavyer Arrington and Johnny Holly have solid offers on the table, and Chuck Jacobsen, a newcomer to football but a natural athlete, has also expressed interest in playing college ball.

Key West was hoping to stay alive in the FHSAA 2S District 16 playoff bracket with a win on Nov. 4 against Bishop Verot. A win would have created a three-way tie for first in the district, forcing a winner via power rankings. The unusual tiebreaker scenario became moot when the Conchs fell to the Vikings, 48-14.

While it was not the homecoming result the Conchs would have liked, they did put points on the board against Verot. James Reynolds scored a pair of running touchdowns, one in the second and one in the fourth quarter.

“We played hard, but gave up too many big plays,” said head coach Johnny Hughes, crediting the Vikings as “the real deal.”

Hughes said his team will now have a bit of a break, then get back to hitting the weight room to prepare for next fall. With the regular season over, Hughes’ focus will now be on seniors Andre Otto, James Reynolds and Kevon Mills as they work through the recruiting process with the hope of playing at the next level. The Conchs end their season with 4 wins and 5 losses.

Marathon’s independent status prevented them from a playoff situation, but the 5-4 Fins improved from 3-6 in ’21, securing their first winning season since 2018.

“I’m very proud of our team this season,” said coach Mac Childress. “We always played hard and were able to have a winning season. The seniors did a tremendous job of paving the way for the younger players. Moving into next year, we’re excited to see how much the underclassmen can develop.”

With the season now complete, Marathon’s Malachi Hawkins will be entertaining his options for collegiate play.

KEYS SWIMMERS ARE STATEBOUND

Coral Shores and Key West had successful regional races and both teams qualified athletes to move on to the next level: state championships. Coral Shores will compete in the FHSAA 1A Championships on Friday, Nov. 11, and Key West will participate in the 2A event on the 12th. Both events are being held in Stuart, at the Sailfish Splash Park Aquatic Athletics Center.

The ’Canes are represented by two individual swimmers and two relay teams. Corley Smith will compete in the 200 freestyle event and Abbie Sargent will represent the ’Canes in the 100 free. Both athletes will also be competing in relay events. Smith will join her sister Layne along with Olivia Sargent and Riley Cooper in the 200 freestyle relay. Abbie and Olivia Sargent will team up with Corley and Layne Smith to represent Coral Shores in the 400 freestyle relay team.

Key West’s AJ Smith will make the trip to states for the Conchs. The district champ will swim his best event, the 50 freestyle. Coming off his win at districts, Smith had quite a bit of disruption and little practice time due to the quick turnaround from districts to regionals.

“It’s hard on the swimmers to get back Friday night and have to leave three days later,” said coach Lori Bosco. With a full week of practice, AJ could have a breakout race on Saturday.

By: Tracy and Sean McDonald

BOYS SOCCER FLORIDA CHRISTIAN MARATHON NOVEMBER 15 | 4 P.M.

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’Canes senior running back Chuck Jacobsen was a workhorse in the backfield this season. DOUG FINGER/Keys Weekly

KWHS homecoming queen Valerie Thene. CONTRIBUTED

CHESTER

11-year-old male domestic shorthair.

Looking For: A couch, a bed, a pillow and a blanket. I want someone to nap and cuddle with.

Turnoffs: When people think 11 is too old! November is Adopt a Senior Pet month at the SPCA and adoption fees are waived all month long.

TAKE ME HOME

Adorable furry faces are waiting for families at the Florida Keys SPCA

Keys Weekly is thrilled each week to showcase some “furever” friends that are ready, waiting and available for their perfect adoption “match” at the Florida Keys SPCA’s Marathon campus – complete with their best qualities, preferences and turnoffs to ensure the best fit.

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.

MICHAEL PHELPS

1-year-old male purebred German shepherd.

Looking for: A job. I’m built to learn and do. I’m interested in training, exercise and becoming an athlete.

Turnoffs: Being alone. It’s the worst and I’ve got a lot to say about it.

COMMERCE CORNER

SEPHORA

3.5-year-old female domestic shorthair.

Looking for: Someone to be my furrever. I was adopted as a kitten and then abandoned when I got older and left alone outside.

Turnoffs: Being outside. I have a mosquito allergy, which is why my nose looks a little funny.

Established in 2014, Island Life Inspections provides pre and post home inspections, wind mitigation and four-point inspections.

“The key to my success is that I’m honest, dependable and trustworthy,” said owner Joshua Mann. “As an inspector, I am always looking out for my clients’ best interests. I am a former site supervisor for Habitat for Humanity and have over 15 years’ experience in construction. I am also Florida State licensed and insured.”

Primary contact: Joshua Mann Service area: Key Largo to Key West Phone: 305-912-4640 Website: islandlifeinspections.com Email: islandlifeinspections@gmail.com

MM 1 - Inez Martin Child Care Center (C16M0012)

1100 Varela St., Key West, FL 33040

Contact: Christine Patterson • 305-809-5055 • christine.patterson@wesleyhouse.org Vacancies: 3 teachers

MM 2 - Sunbeam Christian School (C16MO0034)

1311 5th St., Key West, FL 33040 Contact: Jerlyn Matthews • 305-2946018 • sunbeam@fsbckw.org Vacancies: 3 teachers

MM 5 - Lighthouse Christian Academy (C16MO0014) 5580 MacDonald Ave, Key West, FL 33040 Jennifer Sisco • 305-292-5582 • lcaoffice@cwckw.org Vacancies: 1 floater

MM 22.9 - Banana Cabanna Academy Inc. (C16MO0054) 22673 Pieces of Eight Rd, Cudjoe Key, FL 33042

Contact: Roxanne Rosado • 305-745-1400 • banana.cabanna@att.net Vacancies: 2 teachers

MM 47 - Kreative Kids Christian Academy (X16MO0001)

4711 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050

Contact: Maria Vaillant • 305-743-7165 Kreativekidsca@bellsouth.net • vaillantmaria@yahoo.com Vacancies: 2 teachers

MM 49 - Grace Jones Community Center, Inc. (C16MO0048) 230 41st Street Gulf, Marathon, FL 33050 Kelly Ullrich • 305-743-6064 • gjcckids@gmail.com Vacancies: 3 teachers

MM 87.5 - St. James Children’s Center (C16MO0033) 87500 Overseas Hwy, I slamorada, FL 33036

Contact: Sue Ellen Bennett • 305-852-2161 • childrenscenter@stjamesthefisherman.org Vacancies: 1 teacher

MM 92 - Burton Memorial CDC (C16MO0018) 93001 Overseas Hwy, Tavernier, FL 33070

Contact: Nilda Bernaldez • 305-852-0250 • acabar11@yahoo.com Vacancies: 2 part-time floaters

MM 99 - First Baptist Church Jack Hill Child Care (C16MO0021) 99001 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037

Contact: Leeanna Woods • 305-451-2125 • fbcjhccc@yahoo.com Vacancies: 1 teacher

Chapters Health Hospice is your community-based, not-for-profit hospice in the Florida Keys.

From Key Largo to Key West, Chapters Health Hospice is your guide, friend and partner in a continous range of compassionate care services for your ever-changing needs and life’s most challenging moments.

As part of our expanded hospice care services, we’re honored to announce the launch of the Chapters Health Valor Program.

Our year-round programs and services honoring Veterans and First Responders include:

• Licensed and professional grief counselors are available based on the need of the veteran or family to help address a wide range of mental and/or emotional needs with free counseling.

• Valor cafés for peer-to-peer activities in which Veterans and First Responders find camaraderie in order to share stories and similar experiences.

• Community outreach and awareness allowing for a more intimate understanding about the unique needs of Veterans and First Responders.

• Volunteer visits from other Veterans and First Responders.

• Pinning ceremony to honor the services and sacrifices made by Veterans and First Responders at which the honoree receives a Valor pin, certificate of appreciation, and a patriotic afghan or lap blanket.

Beth Ramsay Vickrey for Key Colony Beach City

DOLPHIN RESEARCH CENTER WELCOMES SECOND CALF THIS YEAR

ALEX RICKERT www.keysweekly.com

Thestaff and dolphin pod at Dolphin Research Center celebrated an addition to the facility’s animal family for the third time in 2022, when 15-year-old dolphin Cayo gave birth to a female calf on Nov. 3.

Early on Thursday morning, staff noticed signs that the expect ant mother was in labor, and after a day of monitoring, they observed the calf’s tail flukes beginning to emerge from her body around 5:30 p.m. – typical, as baby dolphins are born tail-first.

Though Cayo is a first-time mother and the early weeks and months of the calf’s life are still a critical and guarded time period, staff say both mom and baby are thriving, with Cayo keeping her calf close by and steering her around the lagoon.

“Cayo has shown all the abili ties that we hope for as a first-time mom,” said Mary Stella, DRC’s direc tor of media and marketing. “She’s skillfully guiding that baby around. We always look really carefully at the newborns, but so far so good.”

The center’s animal care team was able to breathe easier after observing natural nursing between the calf and her mother, indicating that – for now – the baby should be

able to receive her nutrition and care from mom without a helping hand from her human family.

The development comes as welcome relief for a crew fresh off months of round-the-clock care for Bowie, another calf born at the center in late May. Unable to nurse from her biological mother, the staff’s dedication was put on full display as the baby required 24-hour companionship and feed ing in a separate pool for nearly five months before returning to her dolphin family in DRC’s natural lagoons just two weeks before the new arrival.

Though the staff is prepared to do whatever is necessary for the little one, thankfully, Cayo’s mater nal instincts have proven strong, giving the center cautious optimism for the new baby’s start to life.

“Cayo is showing all those instincts,” said Stella. “Sometimes she’ll let the baby explore a little bit, but then she’ll come right in and scoop her up. … It’s all that kind of normal mom behavior that you want to see.”

DRC staff have been kept busy welcoming three additions to their dolphin pod this year, as both Bowie and Cayo’s newborn shortly followed the arrival of Ranger, a 2-year old orphan rescued in Texas and transported to DRC in March after being deemed non-releasable.

The center will wait to name the calf until staff have had more time to observe her personality, but is accepting name suggestions at fins@dolphins.org.

SHELF HELP

Staff from your Monroe County Public Library recom mend some of their favorites from the collection.

What: “Mythos” by Stephen Fry

Why: Enjoy classic tales of the Greek gods, titans and the mortals unlucky enough to become entangled in the lives of the immortals, all of it filtered through the dry wit and clever mind of British comedian, actor and writer Stephen Fry. Fry lovingly retells these tales of old, warts and all, revealing many not-so-secret truths often cleaned up by prudish mythog raphers of earlier eras. Marvel at how these myths have continued into present-day popular culture, and how these names and tales inform many modern words, thoughts and ideas. An enter taining romp through the ancient Greek world that will not soon be forgotten.

Where: This is available as a print book (hard copy) and as an ebook and e-audiobook from the Monroe County Library system.

How: You can request books online by logging in to www. keyslibraries.org and get ebooks and e-audiobooks 24/7 at www. estuff.keyslibraries.org. If you don’t have a card, you can visit your local branch or register on line to get one. Questions? info@ keyslibraries.org

Recommended by: James Todd, library assistant, Marathon branch

WALTER FLORIMONT 1929-2022

Walter Florimont qui etly passed on to his next great adventure on Oct. 30.

Born Aug. 1, 1929 in Brooklyn, New York, Walter grew up accompany ing his father to Coney Island to main tain the park's amusement games. At just 16 years old, his parents, confident in his abilities, sent him on a Grey hound bus, small canvas tool sack in hand, across the country to maintain the games sold in the United States. So began his love of engineering, improv ing and ultimately inventing his own games. This would lead to owning and operating his own amusement complex on the beautiful Jersey Shore, bringing fun and enjoyment to count less people for over half a century.

From an early age, Walter was enchanted with the water, often commenting on his early playmate, “Dickie”: the ocean. He joined the Navy during the Korean War as an aviation electrician's mate first class assigned to duty with VX-5 at Moffett Field, Cali fornia. This was where he began his life of scuba diving in earnest – he was so proud of his Frankie Frogman dive card.

He sailed the far reaches of the Ca ribbean, and along with his wife, dove remote reefs and brought the under water world to life for so many whom he taught to sail, snorkel and dive.

Not just an inventor, sailor, diver and explorer, Walter enjoyed snow skiing and river rafting. He was a true adventurer. “Captain” or “Uncle Walter” as he was known to many, had a profound effect on the lives of those around him. His true legacy lives on through those he influenced with his love, knowledge and respect for nature and the sea.

He is survived by his wife Cynthia of 50 years, brothers-in-law Mark, Craig and Joel and their wives, nine nephews and nieces and five greatnephews and -nieces.

A celebration of life will be held at the United Methodist Marathon Com munity Church, 3010 Overseas Hwy. in Marathon on Saturday, Nov. 19 at 2 p.m.

A Zoom attendance meeting number is 879 4743 3023, passcode 996544.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Salvation Army in Wal ter’s memory.

Fifteen-year-old Cayo, top, swims with her one-week-old calf. DOLPHIN RESEARCH CENTER/Contributed

‘STAGED’ ON THE HIGH SEAS

Marathon High School Drama Club Debuts ‘An Act of Piracy’

ALEX RICKERT alex@keysweekly.com

If a pirate crew storms your ship, takes your treasure and then breaks into a rousing rendition of “This Little Light of Mine” to celebrate, you’d likely have more than a few questions. And yet, that’s exactly what happens as “An Act of Piracy” comes to the Marathon High School stage this Friday through Sunday, Nov. 11-13.

A play within a play, the show follows a luckless band of actors led by Lord Cranbury (Casey Horvat). Thrown out of their most recent performance venue by innkeeper Joanna Huxley (Zyan Wiggins), the traveling troupe can’t seem to catch a break. It would help if they weren’t woefully unqualified to be on stage – one with crippling stage fright, another who can’t learn lines to save his life, and a third with a knack for changing the script onstage, to name just a few. And in an age when wom en aren’t allowed to act, Cranbury is blissfully unaware that many of his “men” aren’t being entirely forthcom ing about their true identities.

In a last-ditch effort to revital ize his thespians, Cranbury decides to put on a show about pirates and takes his merry band on the high seas for some real-life “research.” But when the crew of the newlychristened “Forth Wall” (get it?) cross paths with real-life buccaneer Reagan O’Flynn (Cecilia Vang) and pirate hunt er Jean Francois De La Haute-Valois (Nicholas Higgins), they soon discover that the ocean is full of very real dan

ger, and what began as an experiential voyage turns into a desperate attempt to escape Davy Jones’ locker.

Filled with comedic blunders, the fall show is directed by drama club mainstay Carollyn Cox, with Higgins addi tionally serving as student director. Working through what Cox described as a “rebuilding year,” the cast has seen a few experienced upperclassmen take on new leadership roles as a large number of younger actors and newcomers step into critical roles in “An Act of Piracy.”

“This is (Higgins’) second show, and I wish we got him years ago,” said Cox. “He’s got a really good eye, and he’s been my right hand.”

“He gives 100% every single day on set,” said senior classmate Riley McDonald. “He does the accent, he knows his lines. I think it rubs off on people when you see some one from day one going the extra mile.”

Behind the scenes, senior stage manager Maicon San tos has the technical aspects of the show on lock. With tech whizzes Dante Senmartin and Leo Volchek lost to gradua tion in 2022, Santos’ tireless efforts have fulfilled a critical need backstage.

“He’s been here I can’t even tell you how many hours a day, ahead of everyone else,” said Cox. “He’s here early, he’s here late, he’s here every study hall that he has.”

With eight weeks of rehearsal under their belts, the stage and high seas are set to bring to life a show that, in McDonald’s words “exemplifies the female spirit.” Show time is 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, with a 2 p.m. mati nee on Sunday. General admission tickets are $10 at the door or can be purchased by scanning the attached QR code. And if you plan to make your way to the auditorium this weekend, carry senior Billy Martin’s recommended backup plan:

“Bring an extra change of pants.”

A disgusted Joanna Huxley (Zyan Wiggins, right) throws Lord Cran bury (Casey Horvat, left) and his actors out of her inn.

Crow’s Nest Johnny (Jack Horvat) is fully prepared for duty.

Jan Fletcher (Elise Dolton, center) may look like just a stage hand, but on the high seas is where she truly shines.

The cast and crew of ‘An Act of Piracy.’

Jean Francois De La Haute-Valois (Nicholas Higgins).

Photos by CATHY WALTERS/Con tributed

Sam Steele

• The 2022 property tax roll is open for collection. If you have not received your tax bill yet, please contact us at 305-295-5070.

• The Tax Collector’s Office returned over $5.4 million in unused fees to the taxing authorities for the 2022 fiscal year, which goes towards funding essential services for our community.

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• In an effort to go green and save taxpayers money, we will no longer be printing and mailing the tourist development tax return forms. These forms may be accessed on our website.

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• All rental properties must also have a local business tax, regardless of how long they are being rented

• If you suspect a fraudulent property rental, you may report it on our hotline at 1-855-422-4540

• All our offices will be closed on Friday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day

• Wesley House Family Services has placed toy boxes in our office lobbies. Please drop off new, unwrapped toys and help make a child’s holiday season a little extra special this year!

KING OF THE CRABS

NEW RECORD SET AT FLORIDA KEYS STONE CRAB EATING CONTEST

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Contestants leave nothing behind as they dig into their 25 claws. CONTRIBUTED

AFlorida Keys commercial fisherman set a new record to win this year’s Keys Fisheries’ Stone Crab Eating Contest in the Florida Keys.

Twenty-eight participants, divided into individual and team divisions, participated in the raucous amateur eating competition in Marathon.

Contestants had to crack and eat 25 stone crab claws and pick them completely clean in the fastest time. Participants received a 30-second pen alty for any claw meat left behind.

Big Pine Key resident Bobby Hanousek far outpaced competitors to finish in 10 minutes, 23 seconds, shattering the previous record of 14 minutes, 29 seconds.

Hanousek, who works as a com mercial stone crab and lobster fisher man, said this was his first time in the stone crab eating competition.

“I saw everybody else smash ing them all at one time, and others

smashing them one at a time,” Ha nousek said. “I just went one at a time, so I didn’t leave any behind and get penalized.”

His strategy worked, leading him to shave over four minutes off the previous record. Prizes included cer tificates for jewelry, a fishing charter, a Keys hotel stay and more.

Marathon residents Ryan Becket and Felicita Franco claimed the top team title, finishing in six minutes and 34 seconds, a new team record.

Stone crabs are considered a renewable resource because of the crabs’ ability to re-grow harvested claws. The Florida Keys are responsible for about half of the state’s stone crab harvest that averages about 2 million pounds annually, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

Stone crab harvest season runs Oct. 15 to May 1.

— Contributed

Ihave, from time to time in this col umn, commented on the plethora of prescription drug commercials that saturate the TV schedules. Whatever anyone’s particular malady, from erectile dysfunction to dry eye, there’s a pill for that. Just ask your doctor if the drug in the commercial is right for you!

Because of those pesky federal laws put in place to protect the con sumer, however, each drug commer cial has to list the possible side effects it may cause. The pill you take for dry eye may cause constipation. The pre scription that helps you quit smoking may cause thoughts of suicide. And we all know what needs to be done if you have an erection lasting longer than four hours…

Sadly, there has been little room in the TV, print, radio, and social media ad schedules lately for these wonder drug ads. Since the Citizens United decision was squeezed out of the Supreme Court, corporations (and rich people masquerading as cor porations) have been falling all over themselves to try and buy elections for their favorite candidates. The strategy that corporations and can didates all use: they throw as much muck and mud as possible against the candidate they oppose. It doesn’t really matter if any of it is actually true — repeat it enough times on TV (or in those obnoxious mailers) and people will believe it.

I, like most people who write for fun and money, am an ardent sup porter of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution. I do not want a government telling me what I can and can’t write. I am also an ardent supporter of at least trying to get it right, and I believe that politi cal campaigns and their surrogates should be held accountable for their lies.

Perhaps we should add FDA-style side-effect disclaimers like the ones in the prescription drug ads! That could shake things up a bit, if candidates and campaigns knew they would be called on their own BS before the commercial was even off the air. Imagine a political advertisement script like this:

Voiceover: Candidate A is the picture of corruption. When this can didate served on the Animal Control Board, he funneled money away from

JOHN BARTUS

the dog and cat food budgets to build a lavish office complex for his cronies. Candidate A is an animal hater, and he can’t be trusted as your representative. Vote for Candidate B instead!

Disclaimer: Candidate B’s charges are a smokescreen of false charges de signed to keep you from looking at Candidate B’s re cord that includes a six-count indictment for embez zling money from the Senior Citizens’ Bingo Fund. Candidate A reduced the pet food budget because he got more animals adopted, and the “lavish of fice complex” was a building man dated by state law.

is the Mayor of the City of Mara thon. He also is a musician who performs around town. For more see johnbartus. com

Public figures (including candi dates for office) are held to a differ ent standard when it comes to libel and slander laws — it’s much harder for a public figure to file and win such a lawsuit. But the candidates and cor porations who create and place some of the lies that have populated the broadcast airwaves and mailboxes this year should not be allowed that leeway and latitude, especially when one side’s lies actually influence the result of an election.

One of my favorite fact-checking sites is PolitiFact. They evaluate can didate statements with their Truth-OMeter that gives readings like True, Partly True, False and Pants-On-Fire. It’s just too bad that the Truth-OMeter can’t be part of every political advertisement that hits the airwaves. A little prescription for truth in adver tising could go a long way in restor ing some honest political discourse to our election years — and it might also have the side effect of helping to keep sleazy disgusting people from running for elective office. And no Electoral Dysfunction is a side effect we all could use.

I’m John Bartus, and I approve this message!

— Catch John each Monday at Boondocks, 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

Can’t we all agree that we’re tired of this BS?

Big Pine Key resident Bobby Hanousek stands victorious as he sets a new contest record, finishing his 25 claws in 10 minutes, 23 seconds. CONTRIBUTED

LEADERSHIP MONROE HEADS TO THE GLADES

ALEX RICKERT www.keysweekly.com

Communityleaders from Key Largo to Key West escaped with fingers and toes intact as Leadership Monroe County’s Class XXX – the best class – reunited for its second session on Nov. 4-6: a three-day trip from Key Largo through the Ever glades National Park.

Beginning with a classroom session and boat ride at Key Largo’s MarineLab, the 21 members of Class XXX received an education on the connections between the Keys’ grass bed, coral reef and open ocean ecosystems before travel ing to the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority to learn the exact science behind some of the nation’s clean est tap water. (Did you know it’s tested 219 times per day?)

From there, the weekend was a whirlwind of environmental wonder as the class visited four museums and nature trails interspersed be tween tours of one of Florida’s most

crucial ecological centers via boats, swamp buggies and airboats. As is tradition in the program, members of Class XXIX “Delta Force” returned to Everglades City’s Rod and Gun Club on Saturday night to provide a dinner and celebration of LMC’s 30th anniversary.

Founded in 1992, the LMC pro gram is aimed at community resi dents who are active in leadership roles in the private sector, govern ment or community organizations. Through a series of one- and twoday sessions, participants examine fundamental segments of the local community and gather information to help them make quality leader ship decisions. The program has a strong alumni base and urges all graduates of the program to stay tuned for Leadership alumni events throughout the Keys as the pro gram returns to full force in a postCOVID world. More information is at leadershipmonroecounty.org.

Rickert is a member of Leader ship Class XXX.

‘It is a huge honor to be elected student body class president and work with our school,’ said newly elected president Ava Samess. ‘I will be sure to have everyone's voice heard, and make Switlik the best school it can be.’ Pictured, from left: Samess, vice president Adriana Dworniczak and secretary River Giron. CONTRIBUTED.

STANLEY SWITLIK HEADS TO THE POLLS

Student council is an organization conducted by students in third to fifth grades supervised by a sponsor and other adults. The pur pose is to give students an opportunity to develop leadership by organizing and carrying out school activities and service projects. In early November, Stanley Switlik elementary school students filled out their ballots to elect their leaders for the 2022-23 school year.

From Key Largo to Everglades City, Class XXX’s weekend journey included four mo torized tours and visits to several parks, museums and official buildings. Photos contributed.

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FICTITIOUS NAME

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of ATLAS CHARTER KW located at 135 Peary Ct Unit E, Monroe County in the City of Key West, Florida 33040-7733, 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 2nd day of November, 2022.

By: Aileen Rodriguez

Publish: November 10, 2022

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PUBLIC SALE

NOTICE OF SEIZURE

Please take notice that in accordance with Florida Statutes 83.805 & 83.806, Tavernier Mini Storage Inc., located at 135 Hood Avenue, Tavernier, FL 33070 and

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Upper Keys Commerce Center, located at 97300 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL 33037will sell or otherwise dispose of the contents of the following units to satisfy the delinquent storage lien.

All contents in units:

Tavernier Mini Storage Unit C-37 John Scott Upper Keys Commerce Center Unit 58 Vicki Lindquist Unit 65 Victor Calderon

Sale of all goods will take place on November 28, 2022 at 10:00 am.

Tavernier Mini Storage Inc. and Upper Keys Commerce Center reserves the right to accept or reject any and/all bids.

Publish: November 10 & 17, 2022

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE

Wheatons Towing gives notice that on 11/25/2022 at 10:00 am, the following vehicle(s) may be sold by public sale at 101500 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037 to satisfy the lien for the amount owed on each vehicle for any recovery, towing, or storage services charges and administrative fees allowed pursuant to Florida statute 713.78. Wheatons Towing reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all bids.

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PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE

Florida Keys Council of the Arts

Notice of Upcoming Meetings

The Florida Keys Council of the Arts will hold the following meetings via Communications Media Technology using a ZOOM webinar platform. The access points to view the meeting or for members of the public to provide public input will be: JOIN ZOOM via the Zoom app and use each meeting ID and password listed.

Meetings are open to the public, and all are invited to attend. Questions, or to RSVP, please email Liz Young at director@keysarts.com

Art in Public Places Committee Meeting

Nov 16, 2022 12:00 PM EST

Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 844 0986 4874  Passcode: 674289 Publish: November 10, 2022

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

City of Key Colony Beach PO Box 510141 600 W. Ocean Drive Key Colony Beach, FL 33051

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

City of Key Colony Beach PO Box 510141

600 W. Ocean Drive

Key Colony Beach, FL 33051

RFP – Request For Proposal Static Screen Replacement RFP – 0604-10-1-0-2022/DJT

The City of Key Colony Beach Commissioners requests interested parties to submit formal sealed bids/proposals for the above referenced

Scope of Work: see scope of work attached

Ordering Instructions: This package can be downloaded from DemandStar Corporation on our website at https://www. demandstar.com.

Document Cost: provide all labor and materials to install static screen replacement Due Date/Time: 11/21/2022 11:00:00 AM Eastern City of Key Colony Beach must receive bids no later than said date and time. Bids received after such time will be returned unopened.

Bid opening will take place @11:00 AM, 600 West Ocean Drive, Key Colony Beach, Florida 33051”City Annex”

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Bid opening will take place @11:00 AM, 600 West Ocean Drive, Key Colony Beach, Florida 33051”City Annex” NOTE: ALL PROSPECTIVE BIDDERS/RESPONDENTS ARE HEREBY CAUTIONED NOT TO CONTACT ANY MEMBER OF THE KCB STAFF OR OFFICIALS OTHER THAN THE SPECIFIED CONTACT PERSON.

Contact: David Turner City Administrator Phone: 305-289-1212 Mailing Address: PO Box 510141 Key Colony Beach, FL 33051 Publish: November 10, 2022

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of the proceedings and that, for such purpose, he may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

ADA ASSISTANCE: If you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodations in order to participate in this proceeding, please contact the County Administrator’s Office, by phoning (305) 2924441, between the hours of 8:30a.m. – 5:00p.m., prior to the scheduled meeting; if you are hearing or voice-impaired, call “711”. Live Closed-Captioning is available via our web portal @ http://monroecountyfl.iqm2. com/Citizens/Default.aspx for meetings of the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners. Dated at Key West, Florida, this 1st day of November 2022.

PUBLIC AUCTION NOTICE

The City of Key Colony Beach is now in possession of 4 boat trailers abandoned in our storage lot. All attempts to contact the last known owners to claim and remove these trailers have failed, and these trailers are deemed and defined as abandoned under Key Colony Beach Code of Ordinances, section 11-2. These trailers are designated as:

• Boat Trailer expired MA Tag No. D3372, VIN 1N9BS14232F206019 (2 axle)

• Boat Trailer expired FL Tag No. LSVL76 VIN 1M5BA262181E35112 (2 axle)

• Boat Trailer No Plate, VIN 4YPAB30393TO31082 (3 axle)

• Boat Trailer No Plate, VIN unidentifiable (1 axle)

Accordingly, the City of Key Colony Beach will hold a public, silent auction for disposal of these trailers. These trailers DO NOT have titles and are being auctioned AS IS. The City of Key Colony Beach DOES NOT make any representations or warranties with regard to any aspect of these trailers, nor does the City of Key Colony Beach assume any liabilities with regard to any aspect of these trailers. The highest bidder will be awarded the trailer(s) and must immediately remove it/them from City property.

This auction will take place on Saturday, November 19, 2022, at the City of Key Colony Beach short-term trailer storage lot, north entrance off 8th street. Inspection of these trailers will be from 9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m., and the silent auction will be from 9:45 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Bids will be placed in sealed envelopes, to be opened by City personnel, and payment is CASH ONLY. All bidders must include a name, address, email address, telephone number, and a copy of photo ID. If the highest bidder is unable to remove the trailer(s) at the conclusion of the auction that bid will be forfeited, the CASH returned, and the trailer awarded to the next highest bidder. (No bids accepted from Key Colony Beach employees or their families).

The City of Key Colony Beach will provide a Bill of Sale representing the auction transaction, but obtaining a new registration for any trailer is exclusively the responsibility of the buyer, and the City of Key Colony Beach DOES NOT make any representations or warranties with regard to any aspect of the ability to register any of these trailers, or any state’s laws with regard to registration of any of these trailers. Anyone claiming to have an ownership interest in any of these trailers must provide official state registration and/or title documents to me prior to the auction date to claim the trailer and remove it from the auction.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me directly.

Barry G. Goldman, Code Enforcement Officer

City of Key Colony Beach, 305-289-1212, ext. 4 P.O. Box 510141, Key Colony Beach, FL 33051 codeofficer@keycolonybeach.net

Publish: November 10 & 17, 2022. The Weekly Newspapers

RFP – Request For Proposal Repairs to Sadowski Causeway Bridge RFP – 22086-0-2022/DJT City of Key Colony Beach Commissioners requests interested parties to submit formal sealed bids/proposals for the above referenced Scope of Work: See Engineer's and state inspection report.

Ordering Instructions: This package can be downloaded from DemandStar Corporation on our website at https://www. demandstar.com.

Document Cost: supply all labor, materials and permits needed.

Pre/Bid Proposal Conference: NON-MANDATORY Site visit is highly recommended to see scope of work.

Due Date/Time: 11/30/2022 11:00:00 AM Eastern City of Key Colony Beach must receive bids no later than said date and time. Bids received after such time will be returned unopened.

Bid opening will take place @11:00 AM, 600 West Ocean Drive, Key Colony Beach, Florida 33051”City Annex”

NOTE: ALL PROSPECTIVE BIDDERS/RESPONDENTS ARE HEREBY CAUTIONED NOT TO CONTACT ANY MEMBER OF THE City of Key Colony Beach STAFF OR OFFICIALS OTHER THAN THE SPECIFIED CONTACT PERSON. M/WBE's are encouraged to participate in the bid process.

Contact: David Turner City Administrator Phone: 305-289-1212 Mailing Address: PO Box 510141

Key Colony Beach, FL 33051 Publish: November 10, 2022

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NOTE: ALL PROSPECTIVE BIDDERS/RESPONDENTS ARE HEREBY CAUTIONED NOT TO CONTACT ANY MEMBER OF THE Key Colony Beach STAFF OR OFFICIALS OTHER THAN THE SPECIFIED CONTACT PERSON. M/WBE's are encouraged to participate in the bid process.

Contact: David Turner City Administrator Phone: 305-289-1212 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 510141 Key Colony Beach, FL 33051 Publish: November 10, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

INVITATION TO BID

City of Key Colony Beach PO Box 510141 600 W. Ocean Drive Key Colony Beach, FL 33051

1TB – Invitation to Bid Gazebo 1TB – 22085-1-2022/DJT

The City of Key Colony Beach Commissioners requests interested parties to submit formal sealed bids/proposals for the above referenced Scope of Work: Repairs to Gazebo per Engineer's report Ordering Instructions: This package can be downloaded from DemandStar Corporation on our website at https://www. demandstar.com.

Document Cost: Supply all labor and materials to complete repairs needed as per Engineer's report

Pre/Bid Proposal Conference: NON-MANDATORY A site visit is highly encouraged to see scope of work firsthand.

Due Date/Time: 11/30/2022 11:00:00 AM Eastern City of Key Colony Beach must receive bids no later than said date and time. Bids received after such time will be returned unopened.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN that on December 7 2022, at 9:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as it may be heard, at the Monroe County BOCC Chambers at the Murray Nelson Government Center, 102050 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, Florida, the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners will consider adoption of the following resolution:

A RESOLUTION OF Monroe County, FLORIDA ELECTING TO USE THE UNIFORM METHOD OF COLLECTING NON-AD VALOREM SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS LEVIED WITHIN THE County FOR ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS AND SEA LEVEL RISE IMPROVEMENTS; STATING A NEED FOR SUCH LEVY; PROVIDING FOR THE MAILING OF THIS RESOLUTION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

The resolution, if adopted, would indicate the County’s intent to use the uniform method of collecting non-ad valorem special assessments to be levied within the County as authorized by section 197.3632, Florida Statutes, for the cost of providing roadway improvements and sea level rise improvements for the Fiscal Year beginning on October 1, 2023 and continuing until discontinued by the County. The proposed resolution, which contains the legal description of the real property subject to the levy and states the need for the special assessment, can be inspected by the public by viewing the agenda packet for this meeting at: http:// monroecountyfl.iqm2.com/ citizens/default.aspx

All interested persons are invited to attend, either in person or by zoom. The zoom link can be found at: http://monroecountyfl. iqm2.com/citizens/default.aspx

Pursuant to Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes, notice is given that if a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at such hearings or meetings, he will need a record

Meeting Notice

Monroe County Land Authority

The Monroe County Land Authority Advisory Committee will meet in the Marathon Government Center located at 2798 Overseas Highway, Media Room – 1st floor, Marathon, Florida on November 18, 2022 beginning at 9:30 a.m. The agenda is available online at www.monroecounty-fl.gov or by contacting the Monroe County Land Authority office at 305-295-5180.

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

KEVIN MADOK, Clerk of the Circuit Court and ex officio Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida Publish: November 10, 17, 24 and December 1, 2022

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NOTICE OF INTENT TO USE UNIFORM METHOD OF COLLECTING NON-AD VALOREM ASSESSMENTS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN that on December 7, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as it may be heard, at the Monroe County BOCC Chambers at the Murray Nelson Government Center, 102050 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, Florida, the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners will consider adoption of the following resolution:

A RESOLUTION OF Monroe County, FLORIDA ANNOUNCING NOTICE OF INTENT TO USE THE UNIFORM METHOD OF COLLECTING NON-AD VALOREM SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS LEVIED WITHIN THE County BEGINNING WITH the TAX BILL ISSUED IN NOVEMBER 2023 FOR CANAL RESTORATION PROJECTS ON CANALS 82, 83 AND 84 IN KEY LARGO; CANAL 105 IN TAVERNIER; CANALS 255, 287, 290, 295, 297 AND 315 IN BIG PINE KEY; AND CANAL 474 IN GEIGER KEY; STATING A NEED FOR SUCH LEVY; PROVIDING FOR THE MAILING OF THIS RESOLUTION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. The proposed resolution, which contains the legal description of the real property subject to the levy and states the need for the special assessment, can be inspected by the public by viewing the agenda packet for this meeting at: http:// monroecountyfl.iqm2.com/ citizens/default.aspx

All interested persons are invited to attend, either in person or by zoom. The zoom link can be found at: http://monroecountyfl. iqm2.com/citizens/default.aspx

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

ADA ASSISTANCE: If you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodations in order to participate in this proceeding, please contact the County Administrator’s Office, by phoning (305) 2924441, between the hours of 8:30a.m. – 5:00p.m., prior to the scheduled meeting; if you are hearing or voice-impaired, call “711”. Live Closed-Captioning is available via our web portal @ http://monroecountyfl.iqm2. com/Citizens/Default.aspx for meetings of the Monroe County

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Board of County Commissioners.

Dated at Key West, Florida, this 1st day of November 2022.

Publish: November 10, 17, 24 and December 1, 2022

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NOTICE OF INTENT TO USE UNIFORM METHOD OF COLLECTING NON-AD VALOREM ASSESSMENTS

The Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida (“the County”) hereby provides notice, pursuant to Section 197.3632(3)(a), Florida Statutes, of its intent to use the uniform method of collecting non-ad valorem special assessments, for the cost of providing certain wastewater capital improvements and connections, to be levied within the unincorporated area of Monroe County encompassing the Stock Island, Key Haven, Big Coppitt, Lower Sugarloaf through Big Pine Key, No Name Key, Long Key, Duck Key; excluding Indies Islands, and three (3) parcels on Boca Chica: RE# 122870-000000, 012288000000, and 122890-000000 for the fiscal year beginning on October 1, 2023 and continuing each year until discontinued by the County. The County will consider the adoption of a resolution electing to use the uniform method of collecting such assessments authorized by Section 197.3632, Florida Statutes, at a public hearing to be held on December 7, 2022 in the Commission Chambers, Murray E. Nelson Government Center, 102050 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, Mile Marker 102 and by Communications Media Technology (CMT). Such resolution will state the need for the levy and will contain a legal description of the boundaries of the real property subject to the levy. All interested persons are invited to attend.

The proposed resolution may be inspected by the public at the Monroe County website by viewing the agenda packet for the December 7 BOCC meeting which will be posted beginning on November 25, 2022 at: http://monroecountyfl.iqm2. com/citizens/default.aspx. The resolution may also be viewed at the Monroe County Attorney’s office at 1111 12th St. Ste. 408 Key West, FL 33040.

The public can participate in the December 7, 2022, meeting of the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, FL by attending in person or via Zoom. The Zoom link can be found in the agenda at http://monroecountyfl.iqm2. com/citizens/default.aspx.

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

ADA ASSISTANCE: If you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodation in order to participate in these proceeding, please contact the County Administrator’s Office, by phoning (305) 292- 4441, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., no later than five (5) calendar days prior to the scheduled meeting; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call “711”. Live Closed-Captioning is available via our web portal @ http://monroecountyfl.iqm2. com/Citizens/Default.aspx for meetings of the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners. Dated at Key West, Florida this 2ndt day of November, 2022.

UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF FLORIDA KEY WEST DIVISION Case Number: 22-10082-CIVMARTINEZ

IN RE: THE COMPLAINT OF LIGHTHOUSE PARASAIL, INC. AS OWNER OF A 2009 31’ OCEAN PRO PARASAIL BOAT TITLED “AIRBORNE” BEARING THE HULL IDENTIFICATION NO. CNX00096B909 ITS ENGINES, TACKLE, APPURTENANCES, EQUIPMENT, & ETC., IN A CAUSE OF EXONERATION FROM OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY, Petitioner.

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ORDER APPROVING AD INTERIM STIPULATION, DIRECTING ISSUANCE OF MONITION AND INJUNCTION

A Complaint having been filed herein on the 26th day of September 2022, by Petitioner, Lighthouse Parasail, Inc. as owner of the 2009 31’ Ocean Pro Parasail Boat "Airborne" bearing the Hull Identification No. CNX00096B909 its Engines, Tackle, Appurtenances, Equipment, etc. (the “Vessel”) for Exoneration From or Limitation of Liability as provided in 46 U.S.C. § 30501 et seq. and pursuant to Rule F of the Supplemental Rules for Certain Admiralty and Maritime Claims for the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, for any and all loss, damage, deaths, personal injuries, damage or destruction of property or other occurrences allegedly resulting from the incident that occurred on or about May 30, 2022, referred to in the Complaint;

And Petitioner having deposited with the Court as security for the benefit of Claimants, an Ad Interim Stipulation not less than or equal to the amount or value of his interest in the vessel and pending freight, if any, as required by the rules of this Court and by the law;

IT IS ORDERED AND ADJUDGED that Ad Interim Stipulation for the value of Petitioner’s interest in the Vessel for no more than the amount of $100,000 plus costs of Court and interest at the rate of six (6%) percent per annum from the date hereof and filed herein by Petitioner as an Ad Interim Stipulation for the purpose of this action, is hereby approved as to form and amount.

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED AND ADJUDGED that Petitioner and any claimant who may properly become a party hereto may contest the amount or value of Petitioner’s interest in the Vessel as fixed in the Ad Interim Stipulation, subject to such increases or decreases in its amount, together with adequate security, as the Court may from time to time order according to the rules and practices of this Court.

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED AND ADJUDGED that if the amount of the Ad Interim Stipulation is not contested by any claimant herein, the Stipulation shall stand as a Stipulation for Value and an appraisal by a Commissioner will not be required.

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED AND ADJUDGED that a monition shall be  issued by the Clerk of this Court advising and  admonishing all persons asserting claims for any and all losses, damages, injuries, deaths or destruction allegedly as a result of the occurrences and happenings recited in the Complaint, to file their respective claims with the Clerk, United States District Courthouse for the Southern District of Florida located at 301 Simonton Street, Key West, Florida 33040, and serve on or mail copies thereof to Petitioner’s attorney, Mintzer Sarowitz Zeris Ledva & Meyers, LLP, on or

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before December 16, 2022, or be defaulted. If any Claimant desires to contest Petitioner’s right to exoneration from or limitation of liability, Claimant(s) shall file and serve on Petitioner’s attorney an answer to the Complaint, on or before said date, unless his claim has included an answer to the Complaint so designated.  Failure to do so will result in default.

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED AND ADJUDGED that publication of the aforesaid notice in the form required by Rule F of the Supplemental Rules for Certain Admiralty Claims of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the Monroe County area once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date fixed for the filing of claims.  No later than the date of the second weekly publication, a copy of said notice shall be mailed by Petitioner to every person or corporation known by the Petitioner to have a claim against Petitioner arising out of the accident set forth in the Complaint.

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED AND ADJUDGED that the commencement or further prosecution of any action or proceeding against Petitioner, the vessel or other property of Petitioner with respect to any claims for which Petitioner seeks exoneration from or limitation of liability herein, including any claim arising out of or incident to or connected with any loss, damage, injury, death or destruction, more fully described in the Petition, be and the same is hereby STAYED and RESTRAINED until the hearing and determination of this action.

IT IS FINALLY ORDERED that the service of this order as a restraining order in this District may be made in the usual manner as in any other district of the United States by delivery by the Marshal of the United States for such district of a certified copy of this order on the person or persons to be restrained or to their respective attorneys or, alternatively, by mailing a conformed copy of it to the person or persons to be restrained or to their respective attorney.

DONE AND ORDERED in Chambers at Miami, Florida this 20 day of October, 2022.

JOSE E. MARTINEZ

UNITED STATES DISTRICT JUDGE Publish: November 10, 17, 24 & December 1, 2022

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 22-CP-000339-K IN RE: ESTATE OF CHARLES W. MCKNIGHT, JR. A/K/A CHARLES W. MCKNIGHT Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of Charles W. McKnight, Jr. a/k/a Charles W. McKnight, deceased, whose date of death was August 29, 2022, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, Florida 33040. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with 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: November 10, 2022.

Personal Representative: Patricia Magnon 14905 Heronglen Drive Lithia, Florida 33547

Attorney for Personal Representative: Judy Karniewicz

Attorney Florida Bar Number: 694185

THE KARNIEWICZ LAW GROUP 1211 W. Fletcher Avenue Tampa, Florida 33612

Telephone: (813) 962-0747 Fax: (813) 962-0741

E-mail: Judy@tklg.net

Secondary E-Mail: Calli@tklg.net Publish: November 10 & 17, 2022

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 22-CP-126-P IN RE: ESTATE OF GERD CARL WUNDERLICH Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of GERD CARL WUNDERLICH, deceased, whose date of death was August 4, 2022, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, Plantation Key, FL 33070. The names and addresses of the personal representatives and the personal representatives’ attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.

All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.

NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.

The date of first publication of this notice is: November 10, 2022.

Co-Personal Representatives: Gregory K. Wunderlich 186 Arbor Lane Tavernier, FL 33070

Theresa L. Wunderlich 910 State St. # 2 New Albany, IN 47150

Attorney for Personal Representatives: URBAN J. W. PATTERSON, ESQ. Email: ujwplaw@gmail.com

Secondary Email: ujwplawfirm@ yahoo.com

Florida Bar No. 382035

Urban J. W. Patterson, P.A. P.O. Box 783 Islamorada, Florida 33036

Telephone: 305-664-5065

Publish: November 10 & 17, 2022

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 22-CP-000137-P IN RE: ESTATE OF DIANA D. NEWMAN

Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS (summary administration) TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS OR DEMANDS AGAINST THE ABOVE ESTATE:

You are hereby notified that an Order of Summary Administration has been entered in the estate of DIANA D. NEWMAN, deceased, File Number 22-CP-000137-P, by the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division the address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, Plantation Key, FL 33070; that the decedent’s date of death was August 9th, 2022; that the total value of the estate is $0.00 and that the names and addresses of those to whom it has been assigned by such order are: Name: LISA LAPRADD as Trustee of the DIANA D. NEWMAN Declaration of Trust dtd March 27, 2003 Address: 148 Harbor Lane, Tavernier, FL 33070

ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE NOTIFIED THAT: All creditors of the estate of the decedent and persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent other than those for whom provision for full payment was made in the Order of Summary Administration must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702. ALL CLAIMS AND DEMANDS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY OTHER APPLICABLE TIME PERIOD, 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: November 10, 2022.

DIANA D. NEWMAN Declaration of Trust dtd March 27, 2003 LISA LAPRADD, Trustee 148 Harbor Lane Tavernier, FL 33070

Attorneys for Person Giving Notice: Palmer Palmer & Mangiero 12790 S. Dixie Hwy Miami, FL 33156 Telephone: (305) 378-0011 Florida Bar No. 818119 Email Addresses: eservice@ ppmpalaw.com david@ppmpalaw.com Publish: November 10 & 17, 2022

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 22-CP-231-K IN RE: ESTATE OF JUDITH THOMPSON GADDIS Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of Judith Thompson Gaddis, deceased, whose date of death was May 17, 2022, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, Florida 33040. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with 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: November 10, 2022.

Personal Representative: LYNN MARIE SMITH 712 William Street Key West, Florida 33040

Attorney for Personal Representative: Gregory D. Davila, Esq. Florida Bar Number: 0886998

Law Office of Gregory D. Davila, P.A. 1111 12th Street, Suite 411 Key West, Florida 33040

Telephone: (305) 293-8554 Fax: (305) 294-9913 E-mail: gdavila@ keywestlawoffice.com

Secondary E-Mail: e-filing@ keywestlawoffice.com Publish: November 10 & 17, 2022

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION

FILE NO.: 22-CP-98-M

DIVISION: MIDDLE KEYS IN RE: ESTATE OF PHILIP C. SCHNEIDER, JR. Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of Philip C. Schneider, Jr., deceased, whose date of death was August 28, 2022, is pending in the Circuit Court for MONROE County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida 33050. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.

All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.

NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.

The date of first publication of this notice is: November 3, 2022.

Personal Representative: Greta Schneider 1515 Sombrero Blvd. Apt. 4C Marathon, Florida 33050

Attorney for Personal Representative: Richard E. Warner

Attorney Florida Bar Number: 283134 RICHARD E. WARNER, P.A. 12221 Overseas Highway MARATHON, FL 33050 Telephone: (305) 743-6022 Fax: (305) 743-6216 E-mail: richard@rewarnerlaw.com Secondary E-Mail: pamela2@ rewarnerlaw.com Publish: November 3 & 10, 2022

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION

FILE NO.: 22-CP-100-M

DIVISION: MIDDLE KEYS IN RE: ESTATE OF JAMES C. CRAWFORD Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of James C. Crawford, deceased,

whose date of death was September 6, 2022, is pending in the Circuit Court for MONROE County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida 33050. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.

NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is: November 3, 2022.

Personal Representative: Roberta Ann Crawford 43 Revere Street Gloucester, Massachusetts 01930

Attorney for Personal Representative: Richard E. Warner

Attorney

Florida Bar Number: 283134 RICHARD E. WARNER, P.A. 12221 Overseas Highway MARATHON, FL 33050 Telephone: (305) 743-6022 Fax: (305) 743-6216 E-mail: richard@rewarnerlaw.com Secondary E-Mail: pamela2@ rewarnerlaw.com Publish: November 3 & 10, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 44-2022-CP-229-A001KW

HON. TIMOTHY J. KOENIG IN RE: ESTATE OF GLENDA IRENE APGAR BURRIS, a/k/a GLENDA A. BURRIS, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of Glenda Irene Apgar Burris, deceased, whose date of death was July 14, 2022, 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 name and address of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against the decedent's estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.

NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.

KEVIN MADOK, Clerk of the Circuit Court and ex officio Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida

Kevin Madok, Clerk and ex officio Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida Publish: November 10, 17, 24 and December 1, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

LEGAL NOTICES

The date of the first publication of this notice is November 3, 2022.

Personal Representative: Donna B. Staley 2028 Rubens Vista Mount Holly, North Carolina 28120

Attorney for Personal Representative: Joseph J. Kulunas, Esquire Florida Bar Number: 308005

FOX ROTHSCHILD LLP 777 S. Flagler Dr., Suite 1700 West Tower West Palm Beach, FL 33401 Telephone: (561) 835-9600

E-Mail: jkulunas@foxrothschild. com

Second: jvennerstrom@ foxrothschild.com

Publish: November 3 & 10, 2022

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

PROBATE DIVISION

FILE NO.: 22-CP-000338-K

IN RE: ESTATE OF JAMES P. MCKERLEY, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of James P. McKerley, deceased, whose date of death was August 30, 2022, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, File Number 22-CP-000338-K, the address of which is 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040. The name and address of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.

All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against the decedent's estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.

The date of the first publication of this notice is November 3, 2022.

Personal Representative: CAROLYN MCKERLEY

Petitioner

Attorney for Personal Representative: BART H. CHEPENIK, ESQ. Florida Bar No. 0038962

Primary E-mail: bchepenik@ ctllp.com Secondary E-mail: probateservice@ctllp.com Chepenik Trushin LLP

Attorneys for Petitioner 12550 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 805 Miami, Florida 33181

Telephone: (305) 981-8889

Facsimile: (305) 405-7979

Publish: November 3 & 10, 2022

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No.: 2022-DR-87-M

Division: Family DAVID RODRIGUEZ, Petitioner, and KAYE RODRIGUEZ, Respondent.

NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE

TO: Kaye Rodriguez

United Kingdom

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 Michelle Klinger Smith, attorney for David Rodriguez, whose address is 5701 Overseas Highway, Suite 7, Marathon, FL 33050 on or before December 12, 2022, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.

Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request.

You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.)

Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the addresses on record at the clerk’s office.

WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings. Dated this 27TH day of October 2022.

Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida

By: Shakia Mitchell Deputy Clerk

Publish: November 10, 17, 24 and December 1, 2022

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 22-DR-745-K

DIVISION: FAMILY IN RE: THE MARRIAGE OF: MARIO TORRES, Petitioner, and, LAURA ZURITA, Respondent.

NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE

TO: Laura Zurita

LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: Mexico

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 Mario Torres, whose address is 1019 Margaret Street, Apt. 5, Key West, FL 33040 on or before December 12, 2022, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040, before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.

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

LEGAL NOTICES

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

Dated: November 7, 2022 Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court

Monroe County, Florida

By: Riza Hall

Deputy Clerk

Publish: November 10, 17, 24 & December 1, 2022

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 22-DR-229-M

DIVISION: FAMILY

IN RE: THE MARRIAGE OF: HILARIA PARTIDA, Petitioner, and, RAUL EDUARDO JUAREZ SAC, Respondent.

NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE

TO: Raul Eduardo Juarez Sac

LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: Unknown

YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Hilaria Partida, whose address is 1337 Ocean Breeze Avenue, #47, Marathon, FL 33050 on or before December 5, 2022, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050, before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.

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: October 31, 2022

Kevin Madok, CPA Clerk of the Circuit Court Monroe County, Florida

By: Calvin Joseph Deputy Clerk

Publish: November 3, 10, 17 & 24, 2022

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA

CIVIL DIVISION

CASE NO.: 2022-CA-000674-K

JUDGE: Timothy Koenig RAYMOND J. VAZQUEZ AND MATTHEW A. NOONER, Plaintiff, Vs. NANCY MILLINGER a/k/a NANCY B. MILLINGER, deceased, her unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors, and all other parties claiming by, through, under or against the aforesaid parties; and all unknown natural persons, if alive, and if dead or not known be dead or alive, their several and respective unknown spouses, heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors, or other parties claiming by, through or under those unknown natural persons; and the several and respective unknown assigns, successors in interest, trustees or any other person claiming by, through, under or against

AUTOS WANTEDLEGAL NOTICES

any named defendant; and all claimants, persons or parties, natural or corporate, or whose exact legal status is unknown, claiming under any of the abovenamed or described defendants or parties or claiming to have any right, title or interest in and to the lands hereinafter described, Defendants.

NOTICE OF ACTION

TO: NANCY MILLINGER a/k/a NANCY B. MILLINGER, deceased, his unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors, and all other parties claiming by, through, under or against the aforesaid parties; and all unknown natural persons, if alive, and if dead or not known be dead or alive, their several and respective unknown spouses, heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors, or other parties claiming by, through or under those unknown natural persons; and the several and respective unknown assigns, successors in interest, trustees or any other person claiming by, through, under or against any named defendant; and all claimants, persons or parties, natural or corporate, or whose exact legal status is unknown, claiming under any of the abovenamed or described defendants or parties or claiming to have any right, title or interest in and to the lands hereinafter described,

YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that a Complaint has been filed against you by the Plaintiff in the above-styled court for the purpose of quieting title to the following described property situate and being in Monroe County, Florida: All that part parcel or lot of land lying and being in the County of Monroe and State of Florida, described as follows:

In the City of Key West and known on Whitehead’s plan of said city delineated in February, A.D., 1829 as part of Lot Two (2) in Square Number Sixty-three (63):

Commencing at a point one hundred and five (105) feet from Southard Street and two hundred (200) feet from Whitehead Street, and running thence in a Southeasterly direction Fifty (50) feet; thence Northeasterly Forty (40) feet; thence Northwesterly Fifty (50) feet to land adjoining the Estate of John Bullman.  The Southeasterly front of forty (40) feet being along the line of a ten foot alley.

YOU ARE REQUIRED to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Richard J. McChesney, Esq., Spottswood, Spottswood, Spottswood, & Sterling, PLLC, Attorney for Plaintiff, whose address is 500 Fleming Street, Key West, FL 33040, on or before the following date: December 5, 2022, and to file the original with the Clerk of the Court either before service on Plaintiff’s attorney or immediately thereafter, otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. WITNESS my hand and seal of this Court on 26th day of October, 2022.

KEVIN MADOK, as Clerk of the Court

By: Shonta McLeod, as Deputy Clerk Publish: November 3, 10, 17 & 24, 2022 The Weekly Newspapers

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BOATS FOR SALE

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STORAGE FOR RENT

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Boat rental company in Marathon needs an Outboard Mechanic. Some general marina work, and boat experience a plus. Call 305-481-7006

Florida Keys SPCA in Marathon hiring two Animal Care positions w/ potential for advancement. Starting pay $15/hr with generous benefits package. 21 years or older with valid driver's license and ability to pass a criminal background check. Email resume to Tara@fkspca.org.

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Immediate positionsavailable at the GrassyKey Marina. Under newownership and looking forsmiling faces. Full-time or part-time available. Pay rates are commensurate with experience but we are willing to interview those with no experiencewho have an interest in working in a marinaenvironment. Please call Randall Glass to schedule an interview at 305-465-1491.

NOW HIRING - Full Time Seafood Packers/Graders and Freezer Worker. Competitive Wage. Apply in person at Keys Fisheries Fish House, 3390 Gulfview Ave, Marathon. EOE DFWP

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: Utilities Maintenance, Recreation Specialist, Right of Way Technician, Parttime Marina Custodian/ Maintenance and Marina Tech/Pump Out Captain. Full Benefits. EOE Please see City website for details www.ci.marathon.fl.us

Immediate openings for experienced plumbers and helpers (with or without experience - we will train the right person). Must have a valid driver's license & clean driving record. Please apply in person at 10700 5th Avenue Gulf, Marathon or email resume to: eerpinc@gmail.com

NOW HIRING: Sweet Savannah's is now hiring for multiple positions: Cashier - must be 16 yrs or older, Full-time Baker & Part-time Baker's Assistant. Stop by for an application at 8919 Overseas Highway, Marathon or email: info@ sweetsavannahs.com

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The Housing Authorityof the City of Key Westnow hiring the following positions: Maintenance Mechanic (Maintenance Worker), Med Tech, Resident Activities Coordinator. To apply,please contact Human Resources at: martinezm@ kwha.org or 305-296-5621. Applications are availableat the Administrative Office located at 1400 Kennedy Dr., Key West, FL 33040 oronline at www.kwha.orgEOE & Drug Free Work Place. This opportunity is coveredunder Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968.

Serve/Bartend on the ocean! FT/PT Ocean front private swim club is seeking customer service oriented server/bartender. Serve on pool deck, beach and/or bar lounge. Open year round, 10am-7pm daily. Full time/Part time. Small friendly staff. Above average hourly wage plus tips. Apply in person at 425 E. Ocean Dr. Key Colony Beach or call 404219-3359 and ask for Dave

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HOMES FOR SALE.

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LOTS FOR SALE

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FOR SALE

ONSITE JOB FAIR

HIRING

RV FOR SALE

Large RV Waterfront Lot with Dockage for rent in Marathon. Full hook up. $2000.00/month plus utilities. 305-731-5042

OPEN POSITIONS

TAVERNIER MARINERS HOSPITAL

- Cook, $5,000 Bonus

- Environmental Tech, $5,000 Bonus

- Manager Medical Staff

- Medical Technologist, $15,000 Bonus

- Hyperbaric Tech

- Nurse Supervisor

- Monitor Technician, Cardiac Telemetry

- Multi-Modality Imag Tech, $9,000 Bonus

- Patient Experience Advocate, Patient Experience

- Pool Physical Therapist

- Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, $20,000 Bonus

- Registered Nurse, Multispecialty Acute Care Ctr, $20,000 Bonus

- Registered Nurse, Surgery, $20,000 Bonus

- Registered Respiratory Therapist, $15,000 Bonus

MARATHON FISHERMEN’S

COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

- Cook $5,000 Bonus

- Dietitian $5,000 Bonus

- ED Team Coordinator

- Floor Technician $5,000 Bonus

- Medical Technologist, $15,000 Bonus

- Nurse Supervisor

- Multi-Modality Imag Tech, $9,000 Bonus

- Patient Experience Advocate

- Phlebotomist, $10,000 Bonus

- Pool Physical Therapist

- Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, $20,000 Bonus

- Registered Nurse, Multispecialty Acute Care, $20,000 Bonus

- Registered Nurse, $20,000 Bonus

- Security Of cer

- Supervisor Laboratory, $15,000 Bonus

- Surgical Technologist

Hospital

Marathon

DOLPHIN RESEARCH CENTER IS HIRING!

School Programs

& Outreach Curriculum Specialist

(Full-Time - Permanent)

Visual Communications

(Full-Time/Part-Time, Seasonal or Permanent)

Volunteer Resources Administrative Assistant (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)

Accounting Director (Full-Time/Permanent)

Education Registration & Enrollment Specialist (Full-Time/Permanent)

Gift

Benefits

SUNSET GRILLE IS LOOKING FOR A FRONT OF HOUSE MANAGER

The Front of House Manager plans and directs all day to day restaurant operations. Maintains high standards of food, service, health and safety; ensures the efficient and profitable business performance of the restaurant and the optimal utilization of staff and resources.

• Perform opening and closing duties in accordance with established policies and procedures.

• Oversee and support front of house supervisors

• Oversee overall maintenance of the restaurant and property

• Coordinate restaurant operations to include daily schedules and identifying recruiting needs

• Responsible for ensuring guest satisfaction and quality guest experience

• Maintain employee records

• Oversee training and identify training needs

• Responsible for new hire onboarding and orientation

• Conduct staff meetings when necessary

• Monitor labor and operational costs

• Identify and estimate food and beverage supply requirements/needs and ensure inventory needs are met

• Perform other duties as assigned

Apply in person 7 Knights Key Blvd, Marathon. No phone calls please.