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Insurance surge slams AMI condos

Alabama boarder shreds the bowl Jared cook of Huntsville, alabama, gets air in the bowl oct. 28 at the Holmes Beach Skate Park. the skateboard park reopened in february 2020 after being redesigned and expanded. cook was vacationing on anna maria island. islander Photos: ryan Paice

By Kane Kaiman islander reporter

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Ticktock: Cortez PO gets at least 30 days By tomas gomez islander reporter

A long-term solution for keeping the Cortez Post Office open is not signed, sealed or delivered.

But the village post office will operate at least through November, according to an Oct. 29 considering conservation tweet from U.S. Rep. Vern acres. 23 Buchanan, R-Longboat champs crowned at Key. center, Krc, am pits. 24 The USPS previously announced the post office Buchanan fish chomping at the would close Oct. 22 at 4 hook. 25 p.m., relocating postal boxes from Cortez ISL BIZ: recipes for to the Palma Sola Post Office, 115 75th St. success. 26 W., Bradenton.

The primary area serviced by the Cortez tdc funds full-time beach Post Office, 12112 44th Ave. W., aka Cortez custodians. 27 Road, does not receive home carrier delivCLASSIFIEDS. 28-29 ery and residents on the south side of Cortez PropertyWatch. 30 Road depend on the office to receive and send mail as well as other postal services. puzzle. 31 “I think it would be a great disservice county tackles new district maps. 21

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to the community to let this come to pass,” Cortez resident Kaye Bell told The Islander Oct. 30 when asked about the possible closure of the post office. She’s president of the Cortez Cultural Center.

“Many people here do not drive,” she continued. “They walk or ride their bikes.

They’re going to be in a hard place if this happens. Everything should be done to maintain this post office locally.”

Buchanan stepped up to keep the post office open past an Oct. 22 eviction date and then to keep the facility open at least through November.

He wrote to USPS Suncoast District consumer affairs manager Brett Hunter Oct. 8 expressing concern over a notice of eviction filed at the location.

The dispute over the lease between the USPS and John Banyas, owner of the strip shopping center that houses the post office, played out in court. The lawsuit culminated in a court-approved eviction.

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Runaway costs went through the roof.

A Bradenton Beach condominium complex was blindsided by a 337% annual increase in the price of its property insurance this year and the condominium association’s insurance agent said other island complexes could be hit with similar price hikes.

Frank Witzmann, president of the Runaway Bay Condominium Association, told The Islander Oct. 27 the complex’s insurance agent, Mike Angers, received a letter of non-renewal from American Coastal Insurance Co. July 28, 65 days before the association’s legally-mandated renewal deadline.

“In the non-renewal letter, the reason they did not renew us, they claimed our roofs were in poor condition. And they have never set foot on our roofs. They have no idea what our roofs’ conditions are,” Witzmann said.

Following the news, Angers, vice president of the Sarasota division of Brown & Brown Insurance, scrambled to put together a coverage package before an Oct. 1 deadline.

Nearly three dozen carriers refused to insure Runaway Bay due to the age and wooden-frame construction of its buildings, its 13-year-old roofs and the complex’s location on a barrier island.

At the end of September, days before the deadline, Angers secured a layered insurance package comprised of seven “excess” carriers — carriers whose policies are not backed by the state. turN to insurance, Page 2

2021 elections Voters head to polls Nov. 2

Voters were to head to polling places 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 2.

A countywide school tax referendum is on the ballot.

Holmes Beach ballots include a five=person commission contest and a “land swap” question.

Bradenton Beach residents will elect a mayor and vote on term limits.

For more, go to votemanatee.com.

Island results will be posted election night at islander.org.

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A retention pond within Runaway Bay Oct. 26.

The slanted roofs are facades and the condition of the 13-year-old flat roofs on the wooden buildings was the stated reason American Coastal Insurance Co. did not offer to renew the property insurance for the condominium complex.

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The layered package cost $581,260, up from $172,152 the year before.

Witzmann said the association, which had planned for a 6% increase in its approximately $1 million operating budget, is now facing a 42% increase.

“So (resident’s monthly) assessments obviously go up, roughly 42%, and this has a huge effect. We have people who don’t rent, people who live here, who are seniors on retirement incomes. This is a big hit. We had some sleepless nights,” Witzmann said.

Angers, who has specialized in condo complex insurance policies for 26 years, said Oct. 26 the market has hardened — fewer carriers are willing to provide coverage, especially on high-risk barrier islands, and those that do offer policies with more stringent underwriting guidelines and charge abnormally high rates.

In particular, roofing guidelines have become stricter, Angers said.

Whereas carriers used to routinely insure properties with 20- and 25-year-old roofs, they now scrutinize decisions on roofs 15 years old and younger.

A factor driving up market prices and motivating carriers to narrow their underwriting guidelines is fraudulent roof damage claims stemming from Hurricane Irma in 2017.

There was a three-year window to file claims related to the storm and, in September 2020, carriers were flooded with large, unexpected claims, Angers said.

“So, now they have a bad history of claims on the catastrophic events. They have all these lawsuits they didn’t plan on that are backing them up, and they’re not getting a good return on the investment in the market.

Those three items there, that gives us a hard market,” he said.

Witzmann said the association’s board approved a task force of five owners who will pursue strategies to bring down the complex’s property insurance costs.

“Next October, we do not want to be in this situation. This is not sustainable,” he said.

The Gulf Drive entrance to Bradenton Beach’s Runaway Bay Condominiums — where owners are facing a steep hike in the price of their monthly assessments due to higher property insurance costs. Islander Photos: Kane Kaiman

In the past, Citizens Property Insurance Corp., established as a nonprofit windstorm and property insurer of last resort by the Florida Legislature in 2002, provided a reliable safety net for Floridians.

However, like other carriers in the recent past, Citizens has tightened its underwriting guidelines, especially on the age and construction of roofs, Angers said.

“So, now, what was the avenue of last resort can decline you as well, making it really, really tough on the consumer,” he said.

Angers suggests condo associations that aim to bring down property insurance prices lobby state legislators to relax the underwriting guidelines of Citizens, a government-run program.

“I think that’s the only way they’re going to get anything together, because they’re not the only ones having this problem and this is the tip of the iceberg,”

Angers said.

“The market is turning and, every day, I open up my emails and it’s getting worse. We need Citizens to relax their guidelines so people can get in that can’t get coverage elsewhere, or else they will be sitting uninsured,” he said.

On Oct. 26, Angers notified a condo association on Longboat Key that the organization is facing a “hefty increase” in the price of its property insurance.

Insurance carriers mitigate risk by setting “capacity” guidelines within zip codes — meaning they cap the amount of insurance they can write on an annual basis in those areas.

The majority of condo associations renew their insurance policies between January and June, and Angers said that if market conditions don’t improve, associations could be left uninsured as carriers reach capacity.

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Bradenton man arrested in Holmes Beach for assault By ryan Paice islander reporter

Officers from the Holmes Beach and New College of Florida police departments arrested Bradenton resident Jon Cannon, 30, Oct. 28 on a first-degree felony charge for burglary with battery.

The arrest was the result of an investigation into an Aug. 25 incident at the New College of Florida in Sarasota, where Cannon allegedly entered a first-year student’s dorm room and put his hand down the sleeping student’s pants.

NCF police reviewed surveillance footage from the campus and saw Cannon enter and leave in a vehicle, which a nearby license plate reader identified.

Authorities tracked Cannon to his workplace at Domino’s Pizza, 5606 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, and contacted the Holmes Beach Police Department for assistance in arresting him.

Police from both departments arrived at the pizza shop to serve an arrest warrant and found Cannon, who attempted to flee through the back of the store.

Holmes Beach officers chased Cannon through the store until his path was blocked by a locked door, at which point he complied with the officers’ instructions to get on the ground.

The officers handcuffed Cannon and turned him

Daylight saving time ending

officers from the Holmes Beach and New college of florida police departments arrest Bradenton resident Jon cannon oct. 28 outside of work at domino’s Pizza, 5606 marina drive, Holmes Beach. islander Photo: courtesy Ncf

Daylight saving time will end at 2 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 7, with most of the country falling back an hour.

Though some U.S. territories and states do not observe daylight saving time, about 70 countries observe a time change.

Public safety officials say the time change is a good reminder for replacing batteries in smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors when changing clocks.

over to the NCF police, who transported him to the Manatee County jail. He was released Oct. 30 after posting bond, the amount was not known as The Islander went to press.

If convicted, he faces life in prison without the The Islander poll possibility of parole, or probation for the remainder Last week’s question of life, as well as a $15,000 fine.

Election Day was to take place Nov. 2 in Manatee In other incidents, Cannon has been convicted County. How were you voting? cOrTeZ coNtiNued from Page 1 for burglary, trespassing, resisting arrest and criminal 32%. At my precinct.

Buchanan is optimistic about the office securing sexual contact involving incidents at Rider University 56%. By mail. a new long-term lease. and the College of New Jersey, both in New Jersey.

4%. I won’t vote.

He tweeted Oct. 29, “BREAKING: The Cortez 8%. What election? post office will now remain open through November. I Veterans Day brings closures this week’s question have been assured that the Postal Service remains optiVeterans Day will be observed Thursday, Nov. Daylight saving time ends Nov. 7. How do you feel mistic about finding a long-term lease agreement.”

11. about falling back, springing forward?

Earlier in the day he tweeted, “I will continue to Most government offices and some businesses will A. Like the change. do everything in my power to keep the post office open be closed for the federal holiday but parks and public B. Want to stay on daylight saving time. for my constituents in Cortez Village.” beaches will remain open.

C. Keep to standard time.

David Walton of the USPS corporate communicaThe holiday will not impact trash collection serD. Don’t care as long as my clocks adjust autotions office declined to comment on the record during vices on the island or Manatee County Area Transit matically. a phone call Oct. 29. operations, including the fare-free island trolley.

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HB mayor hopes MPO initiative leads to improved road safety

By Kane Kaiman islander reporter

Holmes Beach Mayor Judy Titsworth sees it as a vehicle for change.

Titsworth is part of the Sarasota/Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organization’s Destination Zero leadership team, which met for the first time Oct. 21 at the MPO office in Sarasota.

Three of the team’s six members — Titsworth, Palmetto Mayor Shirley Groover Bryant and Manatee County Commissioner Misty Servia — assembled to discuss traffic safety concerns in their communities and provide input for a regional safety policy in line with the Destination Zero goal of achieving zero traffic deaths or serious injuries on roadways within the MPO’s jurisdiction.

Titsworth spoke about an ongoing effort to improve bike lane and sidewalk continuity in Holmes Beach’s city center, a comparatively small municipal undertaking she said was impactful and challenging for a small city with a tight budget.

She said she hoped the program and leadership team’s network would increase awareness about safety issues throughout the transit system and motivate larger government organizations to provide smaller municipalities with the funds necessary for roadway safety improvements.

“All this stuff costs so much money,” Titsworth said at the meeting. “So, yes, if, in the broad picture,

Traffic study may include entirety of Gulf Drive

this gets the education out that these are the things we need to do to make a walkable community a safe one, could it possibly free up some money for the cities to do that?”

She also said many people who use island roads, bike lanes and sidewalks are day visitors and tourists, making the need for safe island infrastructure a priority for more than island residents.

Bike lanes, golf carts MPO consultant Chris Keller guided discussion at the meeting and, when he asked the leadership team about community concerns that could be addressed

by Destination Zero, Titsworth expounded on Holmes Beach’s bike lane and golf cart issues.

“Because of distracted drivers, I would never ride a bike in a bike lane. I’d go on our sidewalks, which are permitted for bikes,” she said.

Titsworth said creating more separation between the roads and bike lanes is key to improving safety.

On the subject of golf carts, the mayor said the vehicles become slower with every additional passenger, potentially impeding traffic for miles along Gulf Drive and offer passengers little protection in crashes with standard-sized vehicles.

“There are resolutions to the problem but, unfortunately, the resolutions either cost money or upset residents,” said Manatee County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Michael Kenyan, who attended the meeting in an advi-

sory capacity.

According to Kenyan, the city could build a dedicated lane for golf carts and LSVs with bicycles on Gulf Drive or ban vehicles that cannot maintain speeds of 35 mph and do not have seat belts.

Titsworth said the dedicated lane idea is probably not feasible due to the island’s constrained rights of way and expensive real estate without addressing the slow-speed vehicle ban.

Destination Zero According to MPO data, the number of annual traffic fatalities in Manatee County increased in a linear fashion since 2011.

Destination Zero represents a philosophical shift in the MPO’s traffic safety improvement strategies.

While in the past traffic deaths and injuries were seen as inevitable, within the Destination Zero framework they are viewed as preventable.

The program began in March and will conclude in January with the finalization of an “action plan” that will include education, infrastructure improvement and other initiatives designed to increase roadway safety.

The next leadership team meeting has yet to be scheduled.

For more information on Destination Zero, visit www.mympo.org/p/performance-measures/safetysecurity/destination-zero.

Holmes Beach mayor Judy titsworth addresses Sarasota/manatee metropolitan Planning organization consultant chris Killer during a destination Zero leadership meeting oct. 21 in Sarasota. islander Photo: courtesy corinne tucker

By Kane Kaiman islander reporter

Mayoral dreams of “complete” streets may have gotten bigger.

The Island Transportation Planning Organization — a chartered Sarasota/Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organization advisory board comprising the mayors of Holmes Beach, Bradenton Beach and Anna Maria — discussed the likelihood that a more expansive complete streets study would be conducted on Gulf Drive sooner than planned and identified locations in need of crosswalks at an Oct. 25 meeting at Holmes Beach City Hall.

Complete streets studies are carried out by the Florida Department of Transportation that identify roadway improvements with the potential to make streets more efficient, safe and accessible.

A $1.25 million complete streets analysis for State Road 789/Gulf Drive along the city length of Bradenton Beach is programmed for 2024-25 and could lead to the construction of a sidewalk between the Beach House Restaurant and the Gulf Drive Cafe and a roundabout at the intersection of Gulf Drive and Cortez Road, among other developments.

However, at the meeting, DOT community liaison Jesten Abraham said the agency had internal discussions about conducting the study sooner than 2024 and including in the analysis Gulf Drive as far north as Pine Avenue in Anna Maria.

The portion of Gulf Drive in Anna Maria is not a at an island transportation Planning organization meeting at Holmes Beach city Hall oct.

25, florida department of transportation community liaison Jesten abraham, right, updates Bradenton Beach mayor John chappie, left, and Holmes Beach mayor Judy titsworth on agency discussions to move ahead and expand a gulf drive traffic study. mPo fiscal manager ryan Brown listens on. islander Photo: Kane Kaiman

state road. The state road ends in Holmes Beach at the intersection with Manatee Avenue.

“Pine? Instead of stopping here? That’s even bigger. Oh my gosh,” said Holmes Beach Mayor Judy Titsworth, the island’s seated member on the MPO. As of Oct. 26, the DOT was holding public hearings to receive input into the agency’s 2023-27 work program and the department’s draft documents still indicated the study would be conducted in 2025.

Abraham told The Islander Oct. 27 the finalized work program would be completed before Florida’s 2022 legislative session in January.

American Rescue Plan Act funding recently

became available for roadway improvement recommendations stemming from a 2015 DOT pedestrianbicycle safety study of Gulf Drive from Longboat Pass to 27th Street North in Bradenton Beach.

The study called for the installation of five crosswalks on the island’s main north-south arterial road.

At the ITPO meeting of the three mayors, Bradenton Beach Mayor John Chappie made a motion to have the ITPO designate the following safety priorities: • The installation of a crosswalk between Bermuda Bay Club, a condominium complex in the 1400 block of Bradenton Beach, and the public beach access at John Chappie Park; • The relocation of a mid-block crosswalk adjacent to the Gulf Drive Cafe near the intersection of Gulf Drive and Ninth Street North so pedestrians have a direct path to the establishment’s main entrance.

Anna Maria Mayor Dan Murphy did not attend the meeting, leaving Titsworth to second the motion.

Chappie also mentioned the importance of installing a crosswalk at the Silver Surf Gulf Beach Resort in the 1300 block of Bradenton Beach, another location he said has high foot traffic and poor street lighting.

Titsworth referenced a February 2021 hit-andrun crash along the 2700 block of Holmes Beach that resulted in a pedestrian fatality and recommended the DOT consider the locations of all fatalities that have occurred on Gulf Drive in recent years when prioritizing crosswalk installations.

Abraham told The Islander the agency was in the process of developing time frames for designing and constructing the crosswalks, which he said would likely be built outside of peak tourist season.

The next ITPO meeting will be Jan. 20, 2022, at Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive.

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HB commissioners continue to talk golf cart, LSV regs By ryan Paice islander reporter

The wheels of the Holmes Beach City Commission can turn slowly.

So it could be a long ride before the commission reaches conclusions about regulating golf carts and low-speed vehicles.

Commissioners Oct. 26 discussed potential provisions for an ordinance to regulate the vehicles, which city officials claim cause traffic and safety issues.

The discussion follows an Aug. 24 commission vote for a six-month moratorium on new golf cart and LSV rental businesses so city officials could discuss potential regulations. The moratorium will expire in Feb. 1, 2022.

The Oct. 26 discussion opened with Police Chief Bill Tokajer reviewing proposed regulations, including: • Prohibiting LSVs from driving on roadways with a speed limit above 25 mph; • Lowering the speed limit to 25 mph for a stretch of Gulf Drive from Marina Drive to Palm Drive; • Requiring golf cart and LSV passengers to wear individual seat belts; • Placing stickers on golf carts and LSVs reminding occupants of city code.

Commissioners expressed general support for Tokajer’s proposed changes, then turned their focus to other issues.

Commissioner Kim Rash said one issue with regulating golf carts and LSVs is rental companies that deliver vehicles to renters may not be based in Holmes Beach and not adhere to city code.

Commissioner Terry Schaefer said it is still pertinent to address issues within the city’s control and he proposed setting a sunset period for gas-powered golf carts and LSVs due to noise and environmental issues.

City attorney Patricia Petruff said the city would be “buying ourselves a box of trouble” since such regulation is preempted to the state.

Resident Stuart Bardwell told commissioners he is concerned about Tokajer’s proposed change in traffic pattern, which he said could cause congestion and

RoadWatch Eyes on the road

The Florida Department of Transportation posted the following: • State Road 789/Gulf Drive at intersection with Avenue C south to Ninth Street North in Bradenton Beach: Crews are replacing the east sidewalk with permeable pavers. Expect lane closures and flagging operations, as well as construction noise. The contractor is AF USA Construction Corp. The project is expected to be completed late this year.

— Lisa Neff

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a low-speed vehicle progresses north oct.

28 on marina drive in Holmes Beach. city commissioners have discussed code changes that would prohibit the use of golf carts and LSvs on marina and Palm drives. islander Photo: ryan Paice

discourage people from using LSVs over cars.

“There’s going to be a gridlock problem,” Bardwell said. “I do applaud all the safety aspects that you’re doing, but please think long and hard about changing the traffic pattern.”

Resident Cory Andrews agreed: “If you modify this traffic pattern, you may wind up creating more issues for these vehicles. I just think it needs a lot of thought before you implement something like that.”

After an hour, Commissioner Jayne Christenson said she would like to continue the conversation to another work session.

“This is going to be a long discussion and we’ve

Meetings

Anna Maria City Nov. 17, 2 p.m., commission.

Nov. 18, 9 a.m., special magistrate.

Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, 941708-6130, cityofannamaria.com.

Bradenton Beach Nov. 3, 9:30 a.m., CRA. Nov. 3, 2 p.m., ScenicWAVES. Nov. 4, 6 p.m., commission.

Nov. 17, 1 p.m., planning and zoning.

Nov. 18, noon, commission.

Bradenton Beach City Hall, 107 Gulf Drive N., 941-778-1005, cityofbradentonbeach.com.

Holmes Beach Nov. 3, 10 a.m., parks and beautification.

Nov. 3, 5 p.m., planning.

Nov. 9, 5 p.m., commission.

Nov. 18, 10 a.m., code.

Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive, 941-708-5800, holmesbeachfl.org.

West Manatee Fire Rescue None announced.

got until February to hash this out,” Christenson said.

Schaefer agreed.

He said, “I don’t think I’m ready to make a decision. …Since we have some remaining time, I’d rather set the stage for another meeting.”

Tokajer said he would further study his proposed changes.

The commission will meet next at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 9, at city hall, 5801 Marina Drive.

The meeting is open to in-person attendance.

Instructions to attend via teleconference are available at holmesbeachfl.org.

WMFR administration building, 701 63rd St. W., Bradenton, 941-761-1555, wmfr.org.

Manatee County Nov. 4, 9 a.m., commission (land use).

County administration building, 1112 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, 941-748-4501, mymanatee. org.

Also of interest Nov. 8, 9:30 a.m., Sarasota/Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organization, Bradenton Area Convention Center, 1 Haben Blvd., Palmetto.

Nov. 10, 4 p.m., Palma Sola Scenic Highway committee, Bradenton public works, 1411 Ninth St. W., Bradenton.

Nov. 11, Veterans Day, most government offices will be closed.

Nov. 25, Thanksgiving, most government offices will be closed, and also on Nov. 26.

Dec. 13, 9 a.m., Manatee County Tourist Development Council, county administration building.

— Lisa Neff

Please, send meeting notices to calendar@ islander.org and news@islander.org.

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Opinion

Our

Here they come

Snowbirds!

They’re flying — and motoring — in from parts unknown, much like their winged counterparts.

We may not have the large quantity of winterspring visitors that came to the island 10 or 20 years ago, but we still have seasonal friends.

They’re the folks who help us support our businesses and the arts community and churches. They golf, play tennis, patronize restaurants and stores and regularly use services — like the vet’s office, fitness studios and hair salons.

They join clubs and support groups and help with theater productions, art walks, the garden club and the library support group of friends.

They help protect our wildlife, marine life and the environment. They join us in fighting big developers, phosphate waste, oil pipelines and dredging.

They attend events and put money directly into the community.

They are our winter-spring best friends.

Yes, there’s traffic. But those of us who live and work here must learn to adjust to avoid peak times on the roads and bridges.

Yes, sometimes the streets are filled with carefree pedestrians but we can take a deep breath and drive slower. Sometimes even the boat ramps look crowded and the piers are overflowing with people fishing and exploring.

Yes, sometimes it’s hard to get a reservation at restaurants but other local eateries need your patronage, too. And you can always sneak into your favorite spots early and leave the late nights to others.

The tourism experts are saying we’ll have a “bumper” season — like a bumper crop on the farm.

And if we do, after 18 months of lockdowns, pandemic restrictions and the losses suffered among friends and family to COVID-19, we need a bumper year.

Whether it’s a BIG year or a cushion to the pandemic losses, we should all be on board.

Welcome people to Anna Maria Island, to our little paradise. After all, they all come here to love it.

Today’s visitors — whether they stay with grandparents or in a vacation rental home — promise to be tomorrow’s full-time residents.

They want to get married on our beaches, own property, buy a boat, hang out with their toes in the sand, enroll their kids in the best-ever little school and live the Anna Maria life.

Yes. And vote. And by the time you read this, the Nov. 2 city elections will be in the rearview mirror.

Best of luck to the winners.

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Beware parking tickets

Thank you, Anna Maria code enforcement for my recent $50 parking ticket for “parking on a sidewalk; obstructing pedestrian and wheelchair access.”

My car blocked no one, photo attached.

I attempted to rationally dispute the ticket but was warned of impending and threatening fees per Anna Maria code, all subject to the discretion of trained officials.

Sadly, I can’t afford to fight whimsical and capricious language designed to take money out of my pocket.

So I remain a $50 ticket-paying sucker paying homage to Anna Maria’s revenue-generating parking ticket institution.

I hope the local businesses get their cuts.

Cheryl Tatreau, Bradenton

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Campaigning at the precinct chuck Shumard, candidate for anna maria mayor, waves from the doorway of the city polling place at city hall in the february 1996 election. Shumard served as mayor of anna maria from 1996 to 2000. islander Photos: courtesy manatee county Public Library System

10&20 years ago

In the Oct. 31, 2001, issue

• Holmes Beach purchased the 22-acre core parcel of Grassy Point. The parks and beautification committee discussed removing nonnative plants and constructing a nature walk. Of 15 remaining acres still under contract, city treasurer Rick Ashley said offers had been made but he didn’t know if they’d been accepted.

• Some Bradenton Beach residents were concerned they weren’t informed a convicted sexual offender was living in the city since March. The sheriff’s office said a notice was sent in April but the city had no policy to notify residents.

• Anna Maria’s environmental committee voted to ask the city commission to obtain an environmental impact study on cell towers before allowing changes to the ordinance that would enable companies to construct a tower in the city.

In the Nov. 2, 2011, issue

Civic concerns voters attend a forum in Bradenton Beach on the eve of a 1977 election to hear from mayoral candidates dick connick and david reid.

• U.S. Coast Guard crews rescued three boaters near Longboat Pass. A USGC helicopter crew found two men on their vessel about 11 miles west of Longboat Pass and a third man in the water.

• Manatee County commissioners, in a 6-1 vote, endorsed one of four maps drafted to reflect changing populations. The map, called plan D, would create five districts of about 45,000 people.

The county also has two at-large districts.

• Bradenton Beach ScenicWAVES members embraced the push to celebrate the city’s green backdrop with a Tree City USA designation.

• The Anna Maria Elementary Parent-Teacher Organization raised about $8,000 with its annual Fall Festival, held on the school campus.

— Lisa Neff

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HB comp plan review nears completion, forum ahead

The Holmes Beach Planning Commission is almost finished with its review of the comprehensive plan.

Planning commissioners met Oct. 6 to discuss potential changes to plan elements, including transportation, public school facilities, coastal management and conservation.

The city hired the LaRue Planning firm in January 2020 to help revise the plan.

In October, planning commissioners agreed to recommend city commissioners approve several changes: • Establish continuous improvements for existing pedestrian, bicycle and alternative mobility systems “to relieve traffic congestion and reduce parking demands,” as a long-term goal in the transportation element; • Implement “energy efficiency, waste reduction and renewable measures in relation to water, fuel, utilities, electricity and building design standards” in the coastal management and conservation element; • Promote the use of “Florida-friendly” landscaping and green space guidelines in the coastal management and conservation element; • Emphasize “the value of retaining Anna Maria Elementary” in the public school facilities element.

With the review nearing an end, planning commissioners discussed hosting an educational forum on the recommended changes, as well as gather input before the revisions go before city commissioners. Details are still being considered.

The planning commission was to meet next at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 3, at city hall, 5801 Marina Drive.

— ryan Paice

AM planners discuss landscaping noise, code changes By ryan Paice islander reporter

Turn it down? Or crank it up?

Changes could be coming for landscape workers who like to mow and blow to loud tunes in Anna Maria.

But it may take a while to draft new regulations.

Anna Maria planning and zoning board members met Oct. 18 in a workshop to discuss potential changes to city code aimed at keeping the noise produced by landscapers in check.

City planner Chad Minor said the city has received numerous complaints from residents about noise, including the use of power tools and loud music played by landscapers.

The P&Z dealt with changes to the noise ordinance to regulate noise produced by construction at its last meeting, but chose to address landscaping noise at a later date.

Minor asked the P&Z to provide direction during the workshop so he could begin drafting possible changes. vose “I’ve written a lot of code in my life but I don’t want to assume to know what you guys wanted to capture in the ordinance,” Minor said.

P&Z members suggested the code differentiate between landscaping noise produced by homeowners and professional services and establish fines for violations by the pros.

The city allows landscaping 8 a.m.-6 p.m. daily and currently does not differentiate between unpaid and professional services.

Minor said the city could add a section to the noise ordinance regulating professional landscaping services, holding them to a higher standard than homeowners or tenants.

City attorney Becky Vose said she hadn’t found

any municipalities that do anything similar, but she did not foresee any legal issues.

P&Z Chair Jose Erbella said he also wanted to add language restricting the use of power tools by landscapers. He said much of the landscaping done in the city does not require power tools and could be completed quietly.

P&Z members also discussed regulating music played by landscapers at work sites, possibly even prohibiting music played on loud speakers.

Minor recommended against such a restriction.

He said requiring workers to wear earbuds could be hazardous, impairing their ability to know what is happening around them.

Minor said the board’s discussion was sufficient to begin drafting an ordinance.

The P&Z will meet next at 2:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 15, at city hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, with instructions to attend via teleconference available at cityofannamaria.com.

Join the Anna Maria P&Z

Anna Maria residents interested in becoming more involved in the community can apply to join the city planning and zoning board.

There were two open seats on the seven-member board as of Oct. 21.

The P&Z advises the city commission, recommending land use policies and reviewing some development proposals.

The board has fallen short of its seven-member maximum since former P&Z members Mark Short and Jonathan Crane moved onto the city commission in 2019.

People interested in joining the P&Z can fill out an application on the city’s website at cityofannamaria.com.

— ryan Paice

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Fire district seeks new administrative hires By ryan Paice islander reporter

There may be room for you at the West Manatee Fire Rescue District.

Commissioners voted 4-0 Oct. 19 to post job openings for a finance clerk and administrative assistant and the postings went online that night.

Commissioner George Harris was absent with excuse.

The postings are the result of an Oct. 1 resignation from administrative assistant Andrea Berggren’s, as well as news longtime administrative manager Julie Kichar plans to retire in Kichar 2022.

“The big reason for the change is because Julie

Kichar will be hitting 25 years next October and is looking at retiring shortly afterward,” Chief Ben Rigney told The Islander Oct. 20.

The finance clerk is responsible for keeping records, payroll, financial forecasting, generalized accounting, as well as assisting the administrative assistant, according to a job description provided with the posting.

The administrative assistance coordinates and supports personnel, assists the fire chief, maintains the district website, manages records, researches issues and more.

Starting pay for both positions will begin at $27.32 per hour, along with benefits.

People can learn more about the positions at wmfr. org.

BB receives $92K grant for shoreline resiliency By tomas gomez islander reporter

Bradenton Beach has received a $92,433 grant from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection for shoreline resiliency.

The agreement between the DEP and the city was announced during an Oct. 21 meeting at city hall.

The project will commence with design, development and permitting of a resilient shoreline in the area near Bay Drive South from Bridge Street to Fifth Street South.

Designs plans from data and guidance from the Tampa Bay Regional Resiliency Coalition, Florida Geographical Information System and contractors, will determine the best means to protect the shore.

Resiliency, a means of maintaining habitable conditions along coastal areas most impacted by flooding and rising sea levels, can take the form of natural shorelines and seawalls. In the case of the Bradenton Beach project, plans involve creating a living shoreline,” made of natural materials such as sand, flora

and rock. Unlike concrete seawalls, living shorelines tend to grow over time and provide more favorable environments to the local ecology.

The first phase of the project required one-third of the design be planned, public outreach be conducted and the completion of surveying by Nov. 1, which was the date The Islander went to press.

The final design is expected by the DEP in April 2022.

Money spent by the city will be reimbursed through the grant so long as the city maintains the deadlines set by the DEP. “The living shoreline will provide natural protection and enhance terrestrial and estuarine habitats for increased resiliency in the face of expected sea level rise,” reads an agreement between the DEP and the city. “The living shoreline project is proposed in a vulnerable and highly visible part of the city, and when constructed, will provide an example for how living shorelines can provide protection from flood and sea level rise.”

Wayne fischbach, a retired firefighter from elizabeth, New Jersey, pins a badge oct. 19 to his daughter’s uniform. third-class firefighter casey fischbach was promoted at the Wmfr board of commissioners meeting. islander Photos: courtesy Jay Johnson

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Manatee River flower show set for Nov. 12-13

The Manatee River Garden Club Flower Show Nov. 12-13 will offer a “light-hearted look at COVID-19 creatively expressed in floral and print exhibits.”

The show theme is “Let’s Put this in the Rearview Mirror.”

The event is open to the public 2-4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 12, and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, at the club, 3120 First Ave. W., Bradenton.

Vendors will be at the show Nov. 13.

For more information, go online to manateerivergardenclub.com.

Kiwanis to host meeting

The Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island continues to hold weekly meetings at 8:30 a.m. Saturdays at the Gulf Drive Cafe, 900 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach.

The group will hear Nov. 6 from Emily Chalker Lane with the nonprofit Manatee County Habitat for Humanity.

For more information, call Sandy Haas-Martens at 941-778-1383.

Collecting nonprofit wishes

The Islander is collecting wishes from community organizations for its annual Wish Book.

Each fall, the newspaper collects a list of needs from islandrelated nonprofits for publication at Thanksgiving.

Nonprofit representatives can submit wish lists to Lisa Neff at lisa@islander.org.

And readers, look for wishes from your favorite local groups in the Nov. 24 issue of the Islander — in the nick of time for Black Friday shopping.

For more information, call The Islander newspaper office at 941-778-7978.

Center hosts monthly beach cleanup center of anna maria island staff and members smile oct. 2 after cleaning a strip of beach from magnolia to White avenues in anna maria. the event was to be the first of many monthly beach cleanups, which the center will host on the first Saturday at 9 a.m. starting at the facility, 407 magnolia ave., anna maria islander Photos: courtesy Jillian Ptak

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In the marketplace melissa ignoti, owner of meli gusto, a catering service that sells gourmet jams and jellies, tells people oct. 12 about her products at the anna maria farmer’s market. the market takes place tuesdays, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., in city Pier Park at Pine avenue and Bay Boulevard in anna maria. for more information, call city hall at 941-7086130.

‘Same Time’ set for island stage Nancy denton and mark Woodland rehearse their roles in Bernard Slade’s “Same time, Next Year,” which will be staged Nov. 4-14 at the island Players theater, 10009 gulf drive, anna maria. Kelly Wynn Woodland is directing the show. the box office is open 9 a.m.-1 p.m. mondaysSaturdays through the run, as well as an hour before performances. for more information, call the box office at 941-778-5755. islander courtesy Photo

The city of Anna Maria will host the Old Soldiers and Sailors Veterans Day Parade beginning at 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 11.

The parade will begin at Anna Maria City Hall, at the corner of Pine Avenue and Gulf Drive, and continue on Pine Avenue to City Pier Park, North Bay Boulevard and Pine Avenue.

The event will feature several high school marching bands, floats, decorated and military vehicles, as well as the participation of a pirate krewe — the Anna Maria Island Privateers — and a 100-year-old World War II veteran — Bob Schwaeger.

In the park, the city will host a Veterans Day ceremony with a U.S. Marine Corps honor guard, patriotic music and recognition of military veterans and spouses.

After the park ceremony, the Anna Maria Island Historical Society will host an ice cream social on the museum grounds, 402 Pine Ave. For more information, call city hall at 941708-6130.

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The Longboat Island Chapel will observe Veterans Day with a concert.

The concert, with Siren Song, will be at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 11, and feature a tribute to the U.S. military, as well as American folk music and Broadway melodies.

The chapel is at 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. For more information about the free concert, call the chapel office at 941-383-6491.

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an honor guard prepares a flag during a veterans day ceremony in anna maria in 2019. this year, the city will host the old Soldiers and Sailors veterans day Parade and ceremony beginning at 1 p.m. thursday, Nov. 11. the parade will march the length of Pine avenue to the city Pier Park. islander file Photo: Jack elka

Sunday, Nov. 7 7:30 p.m. — Island Players audition for “Blithe Spirit,” 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-5755, theislandplayers.org.

ONGOING ON AMI Through Nov. 14, Island Players’ “Same Time, Next Year,” 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays, 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-5755, theislandplayers. org.

Throughout November, “Walk on the Wild Side” exhibit featuring work

by Jody Goldman, Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: islandgallerywest.com, Gala to benefit the Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County, 941-778-6648.

Bradenton.

Throughout November and December, Nov. 13-14, Cortez Stone Crab and Music Festival, Cortez. artist-crafted Christmas ornaments exhibit, Nov. 20-21, Parrish Arts Council East2West Art Market, PalArtists’ Guild Gallery, 5414 Marina Drive, metto.

Holmes Beach.

Dec. 3-5, Bradenton Blues Fest, Bradenton.

Tuesdays, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Farmers Market in the Park, City Pier Park, Pine Avenue and Bay Boulevard, Anna Maria. Information: 941-708-6130.

Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m. — Mahjong Club, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: mymanatee.org/library, 941-778-6341.

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Nov. 11, Anna Maria Island Historical Society Ice Cream Social, Anna Maria.

Nov. 12, Island Gallery West “Walk on the Wild Side” reception, Holmes Beach.

Nov. 12, Artists’ Guild Gallery art reception, Holmes Beach.

Dec. 4, Christmas on Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach.

Dec. 10, Holiday Walk of Treasures open houses and Holiday Carols in the Park, Anna Maria.

Jan. 13, first Friends of the Island Library 2022 lecture, Holmes Beach.

ON AMI Friday, Nov. 5 10 a.m. — 40 Carrots Partners in Play, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: mymanatee.org/library, 941-778-6341.

Tuesday, Nov. 9 10 a.m.— Family storytime, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: mymanatee.org/library, 941-7786341.

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Nov. 11, Veterans Day Parade on Pine and recognition ceremony, Anna Maria.

Nov. 15, Anna Maria Island and West Manatee Democratic Club picnic and meeting, Coquina Beach.

Nov. 17, Anna Maria Island Garden Club Plant Sale, Anna Maria.

Nov. 21, LOVE AMI Committee’s second Thanks-Living Celebration, Anna Maria.

Dec. 4, Keep Manatee Beautiful’s Coquina Beach cleanup, Bradenton Beach.

February 2022, Friends of the Island Library Book Sale.

Through Nov. 28, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens annual “Orchid Show: Aerialists from the Tree top to the Big Top” in collaboration with the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 1534 Mound St., Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-366-5731, selby. org.

First Fridays, 6-9:30 p.m., Village of the Arts First Fridays Artwalk, 12th Street West and 12th Avenue West, Bradenton. Information: villageofthearts.com.

Saturdays, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Bradenton Farmers Market, Main Street, downtown Bradenton. Information: realizebradenton.com, 941-301-8445.

Second and fourth Saturdays, noon-2 p.m., Chickee Hut Jammers session, presented by the Florida Maritime Museum and Cortez Cultural Center, outdoors, 4415 119th St. W., Cortez. Information: floridamaritimemuseum.org, fmminfo@ manateeclerk.com.

“Battles of the Boneless” exhibit, the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, 201 10th St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: bishopmuseum.org, 941-746-4131.

Through August 2022, “Seeing the Invisible” augmented reality exhibit, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 1534 Mound St., Sarasota.

Fee applies. Information: selby.org, 941-366-5731.

Through Jan. 16, 2022, “Prints, Ceramics and Glass from Japan,” John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: ringling.org, 941-3595700.

Dec. 28, first Movies in the Park of the season, Anna Maria.

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Wednesdays, 3 p.m., the Longboat Key Paradise Center for Healthy Living “Grieve Not Alone: Peer Support Group,” 546 Bay First Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m., “Soar Isles Road, Longboat Key. Information: theparadisecenter.org, 941in 4 Family Night, the Bishop Museum 383-6493. of Science and Nature, 201 10th St. W., Tuesdays, noon, Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island lunch Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: meeting, Compass Hotel by Margaritaville, 12324 Manatee Ave. soarin4.org, 941-746-4131.

W., Perico Island. Second Tuesdays at 5 p.m. Information: 941-920Saturdays and Sundays, 3 p.m., 2505.

Tales Under the Tree, the Bishop Museum Second Tuesdays through May, 11:45 a.m., Off Stage Ladies of Science and Nature, 201 10th St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. luncheon, Pier 22, 1200 First Ave. W., Bradenton. Information: 941Information: bishop.org, 941-746-4131.

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6:30 a.m. — Manatee County Audubon Society birdwatchers’ outing, Bayfront Park to Bean Point. Reservations required. InformaONGOING ON AMI tion: andy21mcas@gmail.com.

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AMI Dragon Boat Team—Paddlers Nov. 13, Anna Maria Island Privateers Black Tie Fundraising Saturdays, 8:30 a.m., Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island meetFrom Paradise practices and meetups, ing, Gulf Drive Cafe, 900 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Informavarious times and locations. Information: tion: 941-778-1383.

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Wednesday, Nov. 3 6 p.m. — Career Night at the NEST, Robinson Preserve expansion, 840 99th St. NW, Bradenton. Information: mymanatee.org, 941-742-5923.

Friday, Nov. 5 9 a.m. — Wildlife Spotlight on Waterfowl educational program and tour, Robinson Preserve expansion, 840 99th St. NW, Bradenton. Information: mymanatee.org, 941-742-5923.

Saturday, Nov. 6 1 p.m. — Native Little One Art Club: Butterflies and Plants

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AmE NEWS By ryan Paice

K-Kids raise cash for charity fifth-graders from the anna maria elementary K-Kids club hold buckets of scented pencils sold at school oct. 19 to raise money for the St. Jude children’s research Hospital, a nonprofit based out of tennessee with several hospitals, including a tampa location. K-Kids, sponsored by the Kiwanis club of anna maria island and led by school counselor Kim Shelburne, raised $200 for the charity. the club meets weekly and holds fundraisers throughout the school year to support nonprofits. islander Photo: courtesy ame

AME 4th-graders rehearse for 1st play in 2 years fourth-graders from anna maria elementary rehearse oct. 28 in the school auditorium in advance of their Nov. 16 class performance. the play will begin at 6:30 p.m. tuesday, Nov. 16, in the school auditorium, 4700 gulf drive, Holmes Beach. there will be no Pto dinner due to covid-19 safety considerations. islander courtesy Photo Wmfr firefighters frank agresta and max Pollack oct. 6 place a brace on ame fourthgrader marytess Bolognone during a demonstration on fire safety strategies.

Firefighters visit AME for fire prevention week West manatee fire rescue district firefighter frank agresta shows anna maria elementary School students fire equipment oct. 6 during an educational visit for National fire Prevention Week. islander Photos: courtesy ame

caLenDar from Page 12 children’s activity, Robinson Preserve expansion, 840 99th St. NW, Bradenton. Information: mymanatee.org, 941-742-5923.

The second meeting of the Off Stage Ladies auxilTuesday, Nov. 9 iary’s 2021-22 season will be at 11:45 a.m. Wednesday, 4 p.m. — Sustainable Communities workshop, Robinson Pre- Nov. 10, at Pier 22, 1200 First Ave. W., Bradenton. serve expansion, 840 99th St. NW, Bradenton. Information: mymanThe auxiliary group supports the Island Players atee.org, 941-742-5923. and meets the second Wednesday of the month Octo-

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ber-May. Membership dues are $20 a year.

Dec. 11, Manatee County Audubon Society field trip to Perico For more information, contact Roe Duncan, vice Preserve, Perico Island. president for membership, at 941-932-2798.

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• Nov. 11, Veterans Day, no school.

• Nov. 16, 6:30 p.m., fourth-grade play, no dinner.

• Nov. 18, 3:45 p.m., SAC virtual meeting.

• Nov. 22-26, Thanksgiving holiday, no school.

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Holmes Beach awaits closure on 21 Bert Harris lawsuits

By Ryan Paice Islander Reporter

One vote might bring an end to 21 lawsuits against the city of Holmes Beach.

But some residents are unhappy with the results.

City commissioners voted 3-2 Oct. 26 to approve four settlements as part of a global agreement to end 21 lawsuits filed against the city under the Bert J. Harris Jr. Private Property Rights Protections Act. Commissioners Jayne Christenson and Kim Rash voted “no,” citing concerns for residents impacted by the concessions made in the settlements.

The Bert Harris Act, which the state enacted in 1995, allows demands Kaleta for compensation due to government regulations diminishing the value of private property. So when the city enacted a two-person-per-bedroom rule and a four-bedroom limit for homes and vacation rentals in 2016, Augello 21 property owners filed Bert Harris claims alleging the rules diminished the value of 25 properties.

Before the adopted ordinance, there was no limit on occupancy or the number of bedrooms in residential or rental homes.

Developer Shawn Kaleta is listed as the property owner on three of the four approved settlements involving 303 56th St., 108 78th St. and 102 77th St. Bryan Zinober of Bradenton-based Dahl Brothers LLC is listed as the owner in the fourth settlement involving property at 105 39th St. Both plaintiffs claimed a diminution of value for their properties due to the city’s four-bedroom limit for single-family dwellings.

All four settlements stipulate that the claimants will dismiss their cases against the city within seven days of signing agreements, after which the city will

A home at 108 78th St., Holmes Beach, is one of several involved in lawsuits that claimed the city violated the Bert J. Harris Jr. Private Property Rights Protections Act. Islander Photo: Ryan Paice

dismiss pending appeals and cease its pursuit of attorneys fees.

The settlements hold each party responsible for its own fees and other legal costs.

They also provide different structural concessions allowing the properties to be developed in excess of city code.

Concessions include: • 303 56th St.: Right to develop the property into a single-family home with up to seven bedrooms; • 108 78th St.: Right to develop the property into a single-family home with up to eight bedrooms; • 102 77th St.: Right to develop the property into a single-family home with up to seven bedrooms; • 105 39th St.: Nontransferable rights to develop the property into two duplexes with a maximum of five bedrooms per unit, or 20 bedrooms in four units.

Erica Augello, the city’s code compliance attorney, told commissioners a fifth settlement as a part of the global agreement would be handled by the city’s insurer since it involved the exchange of money.

HB lines up bevy of capital improvements for 2021-22

By Ryan Paice Islander Reporter

Holmes Beach has big plans for capital improvements in its 2021-22 fiscal year, which began Oct. 1.

City engineer Sage Kamiya led a presentation Oct. 26 laying out the plans for improvement projects, including city center improvements and seven stormwater drainage projects.

The largest dollar item involves improvements in the “city center,” a stretch of Marina Drive south of city hall to its intersection with Gulf Drive.

Planned improvements will include roadway markings, bicycle lanes, sidewalks, crosswalks, street lighting, landscaping and more for about $1.2 million.

Kamiya said city staff was preparing a request for proposals for a contractor to the complete the project.

Work could begin by spring 2022.

The project will be funded in part by $455,000 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, as well as with money collected with the discretionary half-cent sales tax and local option fifth-cent gas tax.

For the seven stormwater improvement projects, each phase involves the addition of infiltration trenches along roads, including: • Phase F: Marina Drive between 56th and 58th streets, as well as 58th, 59th and 60th streets between Marina Drive and Holmes Boulevard; • Phase G: a drainage triangle between Marina Drive, Gulf Drive and 77th Street, as well as a square between avenues B and C, 27th and 28th streets; • Phase H: Marina Drive between 59th and 65th streets, as well as 61st and 62nd streets from Marina Drive to Holmes Boulevard; • Phase I: Gulf Drive between 69th and 76th streets; • Phase J: the intersection of Palm Drive and 85th Street just south of CrossPointe Fellowship; • Phase K: Gulf Drive between 52nd and 45th streets; • Phase L: Marina Drive from 65th Street to Clark Lane.

In September, city commissioners approved two

contracts with Sarasota-based Progressive Water Resources totaling $380,158.85 to provide engineering and planning services for phases F-I. Design and engineering for phases F, G and H is projected to cost the city $240,230, while construction on phase F will cost $439,167. Kamiya did not present projected costs for phases G and H. The three phases will be at least partially funded with $256,250 from the Southwest Florida Water Management District through its Surface Water Improvement and Management program.

The phases will be completed sequentially over the next three years, but engineering for all three will begin this year.

Phase I, which is projected to cost $93,750 to design and $656,250 to construct, will be funded with a $750,000 state appropriation administered through the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.

Phases J, K and L will be funded with $1,078,088 from the American Rescue Plan Act. Kamiya said projects may not demand the full payout, so the city may look to add more to its plate.

The three phases were projected to cost $161,713 to design and $916,375 to complete, as of Kamiya’s Oct. 26 presentation.

Kamiya said that while plans for phases J, K and L were mostly conceptual, he would soon present concrete plans for consideration.

Other improvements Kamiya’s presentation included a list of other capital improvement expenditures for 2021-22, such as: • $200,000 for street repairs involving 14 intersections and nine roadways; • $50,000 for sidewalk repairs; • $200,000 for stormwater infrastructure repairs; • $150,000 for seawall repairs at three locations; • $150,000 for natural shoreline elevation for sea level rise; • $110,000 for trolley shelter repairs; • $41,200 for improvements to the Grassy Point Preserve.

For more information, go to holmesbeachfl.org.

Augello said negotiations had taken several months to complete and commissioners agreed to the stipulations set out in each of the settlements at a Sept. 28 shade meeting.

Three residents spoke against the settlements, telling commissioners the larger properties conceded to in the settlement would impact their quality of life.

Margie Motzer said she lives next to one of the properties but received little notification about the city’s planned legal action and how it could affect her or her property.

Motzer called the concessions a “breach of government authority” and asked commissioners to reconsider or table the settlements.

Nancy Deal said one of the properties already had a noise issue and that increasing the bedrooms and numbers of guests would likely worsen the noise problems. She also asked commissioners to reconsider or table the settlements.

Christenson agreed and proposed tabling the settlements so the city could provide residents additional notice about the agreements before the next commission meeting.

“I feel like we’re rushing,” Christenson said. “We should let our residents know what’s on the table.”

Augello, however, said time was of the essence in executing the settlements for the global agreement. She added that the city was not legally required to notify neighbors about planned legal actions.

Commissioners Jim Kihm, Terry Schaefer and Carol Soustek spoke in favor of a quick ending for the litigation.

“This has been a long, drawn-out process,” Schaefer said. “This is the biggest issue that has plagued our city for years and we have an opportunity to end it.”

He said that, while he sympathized with residents who will be impacted, he had to base his decision on the good of more than 4,000 other taxpayers.

Schaefer added that the city only had $750,000 to pay off losses in the cases, and might have to borrow money to pay off additional losses if the settlements were to fail.

Soustek agreed. She said, “I don’t like to settle, I like to win. … But my job is to protect my city and citizens.”

Soustek moved to approve the four settlements.

Schaefer seconded and the motion passed.

In other matters…

The meeting also included: • Mayor Judy Titsworth’s proclamations naming Nov. 8-20 “Farm-City Week” and Oct. 29-Nov. 5 “Mobility Week;” • A unanimous vote to adopt an ordinance realigning titles and work assignments for the building official and city planner.

The commission will meet next at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 9, at city hall, 5801 Marina Drive.

The meeting is open to the public with masks recommended.

Also, instructions to attend via teleconference are available at holmesbeachfl.org.

A floodplain map details Holmes Beach plans for phase K of stormwater drainage improvements.

Islander Courtesy Photo: Holmes Beach

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Streetlife

Staff reports

Island police reports

Anna Maria Oct. 19, 700 block of North Shore Drive, animal.

The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office received a call about a “big turtle walking in the road” with a “bunch of kids looking at it.” The MCSO dispatched a deputy, who reported, “Turtle has moved itself out of the street.”

Oct. 22, 300 block of Magnolia Avenue, noise. A deputy responded about 11:15 p.m. to a noise complaint related to “people out partying at the pool.” The deputy identified the source and issued a citation for an ordinance violation.

The MCSO polices Anna Maria.

Bradenton Beach Oct. 22 Coquina Park, 2650 Gulf Drive S., trespass. Manatee County Marine Rescue contacted the Bradenton Beach Police Department about a man swimming in Longboat Pass despite posted “no swimming” signs. The pass is known to have dangerous currents. The man was detained after approaching an officer in a “belligerent manner” and released after being trespassed from the county park.

Oct. 22, Wicked Cantina, 101 Seventh St. N., trespass warning. A man and a woman were acting belligerently and speaking loudly and cursing. A trespass warning was issued and the two subjects left.

Oct. 23, Bridgewalk Resort, 100 Bridge St., trespass warning. A man left possessions at the motel and the motel’s representative requested the man, not a guest, be trespassed upon returning to retrieve it. The property was returned and the man issued a trespass warning.

Oct. 23, Cortez Beach, 1000 Gulf Drive S., assist agency. A cyclist reported to an officer that he’d witnessed a woman in a store parking lot enter her vehicle staggering and back up into a pole, causing damage to her bumper. The officer went to the woman’s last known location and found her sleeping in her vehicle.

She denied the crash, but was incapable of standing upright upon exiting the car. Manatee County Sheriff’s Office assisted. The vehicle was towed and the woman

was picked up by a family member.

Oct. 24, 108 Seventh St. S., noise. Police responded at 12:15 a.m. to a complaint about loud music from the backyard pool. A verbal warning was given for playing music outdoors after 10 p.m. and the music was moved indoors.

Bradenton Beach is policed by the Bradenton Beach Police Department.

Cortez No new reports.

The Manatee County Sheriff ’s Office polices Cortez.

Holmes Beach Oct. 21, 3800 block of Gulf Drive, burglary. A Holmes Beach police officer responded to reports of a possible theft. The officer found a woman who said several items went missing from her vacation rental overnight. The officer found no signs of forced entry or there was no video. The woman provided contact information for the vacation unit’s cleaning crew.

Oct. 21, 200 block of 75th Street, property damage.

An officer responded to reports of a domestic disturbance. The officer found a woman who said her partner kicked a bathroom door down during an argument. The property owner arrived to inspect the damage and did not want to press charges. The couple was separated for the night and the officer reported the incident to child protective services due to the presence of a child at the scene.

Oct. 21, 200 block of South Harbor Drive, suspicious circumstances. An officer responded to reports of suspicious circumstance the prior night. The officer found a woman who said a man approached her yard and tried to take her dog. She said the man left when she announced her presence. She described the man’s vehicle.

Oct. 26, 800 block of Manatee Avenue, suspended driver’s license. An officer saw a motorist speeding and used a radar to clock the vehicle traveling at 54 mph in a 35-mph zone. The officer conducted a traffic stop and found the driver’s license had been suspended. The officer issued citations for driving with a suspended

Bradenton Beach saw slight uptick in crime in 2020

Newly released data for 2020 shows a 5.6% increase in the crime rate and a 4.6% increase in the crime index change from 2019 in Bradenton Beach.

The bulk of offenses reported by the Bradenton Beach Police Department to the state in 2020 were larcenies, according to a statewide annual report released in October by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.

For the area, the crime rate is low, BBPD Chief John Cosby told The Islander Oct. 28.

However, he added that, a low clearance rate is a concern.

“Well, the larcenies are usually things like someone is on the beach and something is snatched off a picnic table. Unfortunately, those sorts of things are difficult to get witnesses for,” said Cosby, sworn in as chief Oct. 11.

He said his department will look into its 16.7% clearance rate to see if the BBPD can improve.

The clearance rate in 2019 was 4.3%.

For 2020, the most recent numbers available, the BBPD reported 24 offenses, including: one murder, three burglaries, 18 larcenies and two motor vehicle thefts. The murder was that of Sabrina Dumdei, killed by her boyfriend, who then committed suicide.

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license, speeding, as well as having no proof of insurance. The motorist’s girlfriend responded to the scene to drive the man and his vehicle.

HBPD polices Holmes Beach.

Streetlife is based on incident reports and narratives from the BBPD, HBPD and MCSO.

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BB commission urges priority for crosswalks By tomas gomez islander reporter

Pedestrian safety rose as the prime concern at a recent Bradenton Beach commission meeting.

Bradenton Beach Mayor John Chappie said he is appealing for a priority to add crosswalks in the Florida Department of Transportation’s tentative work program for 2020-25.

The program has allotted $1.2 million for Bradenton Beach street improvements.

A lack of crosswalks on Gulf Drive at Bermuda Bay Club, 1467 Gulf Drive N., and Tortuga Inn, 1325 Gulf Drive N., as well as Ninth Street North were brought up as most pressing during an Oct. 21 city commission meeting.

Bermuda Bay Club and Tortuga Inn have only one access point to public roads, making the need for crosswalks urgent for pedestrians in that area.

Near Ninth Street North at the Gulf Drive Cafe, there is one crosswalk on Gulf Drive on the north side of the restaurant but the distance to the parking lots and a lack of signage prompts most pedestrians to cross to the south, either waiting for traffic to subside or hoping a motorist will allow them to cross.

There is a flashing sign to caution drivers to lower their speed, but Bradenton Beach Commissioner Jan Vosburgh, instrumental in having the light installed, said it is inadequate.

“Years ago, as a commissioner going door to door, one of the complaints I got from Longboat Key to Bradenton Beach was people driving too fast,” she said.

“One man told me ‘I’m afraid to walk my grandkids across the street.’ That’s how bad it is there.

“We need to add something like a slowdown sign with the flashing light — within the Bradenton Beach

Pedestrians leaving gulf drive cafe near Ninth Street North cross gulf drive/S.r.

789 to the restaurant’s parking lot. islander Photo: tomas gomez

area — because people walking there right now are taking a deep breath and hoping they don’t get run over.”

Mayor John Chappie expressed a desire for crosswalks to be designated as a priority for the Island Transportation Planning Organization and the Sarasota/Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organization, saying he is working with Holmes Beach Mayor Judy Titsworth — the island’s representative to the MPO — to raise the issue.

“Mayor Titsworth will bring it up at the MPO meeting so we can get even more support for the cross-

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walk there or meet the need for any other crosswalk in Bradenton Beach,” Chappie said.

The ITPO is a chartered board under the MPO, which is scheduled to meet Monday, Nov. 8, in Sarasota.

Titsworth is ITPO chair and the meetings are held in Holmes Beach. The location and chair of ITPO meetings rotates between cities every two years.

ITPO members — the island’s three mayors — provide a single representative to the MPO board, which includes member of the other municipalities and the county commissions in both counties.

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Anna Maria reshapes Pine Avenue, seeks state funding

By Ryan Paice Islander Reporter

Potential changes to Pine Avenue in Anna Maria are taking shape.

City commissioners reached consensus Oct. 25 on an outline for changes to the commercial roadway after two-and-a-half hours of discussion.

The proposed changes include: • Installing meandering pervious paver sidewalks; • Adding bicycle paths on both sides of Pine; • Adding and enhancing crosswalks; • Adding and enhancing street lighting; • Converting the trolley turnaround at the east end of Pine to include room for delivery trucks.

Mayor Dan Murphy said the city needed to create an outline for the project to seek state appropriations to fund the endeavor in the next fiscal year.

He added that the city’s lobbyist, Chip Case of Tallahassee-based Jefferson Monroe Consulting, and “other sources in Tallahassee” told him such a request had a “very high probability of success.”

City staff submitted a state funding request Oct. 27, asking for $1,574,148 in fiscal 2022-23.

The request includes $106,675 to pave Magnolia Avenue, which Murphy said would become the focus along with Spring Avenue in the second year.

Murphy returned to the commission Oct. 28 and said he would present the project piece-by-piece for consideration, beginning with sidewalk improvements and a trolley and delivery truck turnaround.

The next elements for commission consideration will be crosswalk improvements, then street lighting, with bike path improvements scheduled last.

Murphy said adding the bike paths along Pine would necessitate the elimination of parallel parking spots. He stressed commissioners think carefully about such a change and said the issue would be revisited.

of Pine Avenue along with the current 12-foot-wide travel lanes. At a cost of $626,095; • Alternative 3: Creating an 8-foot-wide multiuse trail along the east side of Pine Avenue, shifting travel lanes 4 feet west and reducing the travel width to 11 feet. It would cost $652,080.

Both options would provide 6-foot-wide sidewalks on both sides of the roadway and 2-foot buffer lanes between bike and vehicle lanes.

Both alternatives also would eliminate 52 of 83 parallel public parking spaces from Pine Avenue.

Traverso said parking in many spaces obstructs the vision of crossing pedestrians or drivers turning on and off the roadway, leading to safety issues.

“Even if we don’t do anything to Pine Avenue, I’d still suggest that at least 15-20 parking spaces be eliminated,” Traverso said. “There’s definitely a safety concern.”

He said no private parking spaces would be affected by the changes.

Commissioner Doug Copeland introduced his own alternative for Pine Avenue at the meeting.

His option includes creating 5-foot-wide meandering sidewalks — meaning the trails could deviate from the roadside to “meander” at certain properties — along both sides of the roadway.

His proposal also includes an 8-foot-wide bike lane on the east side of the roadway with a 2-foot buffer from traffic, while maintaining an 8-foot-wide lane for parallel parking on the west side.

Another aspect of his proposal is the conversion

of the trolley turnaround at the end of Pine Avenue so it could be used by trucks delivering to businesses on the roadway.

Traffic lanes would be narrowed to 11-feet-wide as a part of Copeland’s alternative.

Deliberation included almost half an hour of public comment and eight speakers.

Several speakers praised Copeland’s proposal for the meandering sidewalks and parallel parking along the west side.

David Cheshire, a member of Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., also spoke in support of Copeland’s suggested delivery truck turnaround. He said many truck drivers use and abuse the church’s parking lot to turn around.

Several people expressed concern with reduced parking along Pine Avenue, which may soon draw more visitors when Mote Marine Laboratory’s new outreach center opens at the Anna Maria City Pier, 100 N. Bay Blvd.

“You don’t see that as a problem going down the road?” resident Dan Devine asked the commission.

Several residents also voiced support for alternative 2, including resident John Dicks.

Dicks said he’s a frequent biker who has avoided Pine Avenue for years and is excited for the potential changes. He supported alternative 2, but recommended the city create multiuse paths on both sides of the roadway to accommodate pedestrians and bikers.

“I’m excited to see something happen,” Dicks said.

Traverso’s options The city hired traffic engineer Gerry Traverso of St. Petersburg-based George F. Young Inc. in May for $50,274 to study the roadway and propose improvements.

He has proposed a few options. One, which would have involved making Pine Avenue a one-way road, Two options for changes to Pine Avenue in Anna Maria presented Oct. 25 to city commissioners was previously nixed by the commission.

Traverso’s other alternatives, which he reviewed by traffic engineer Gerry Traverso from St. Petersburg-based George F. Young involve eliminating 52 parallel parking spaces along the roadway. Islander Photo: Courtesy Anna Maria Oct. 25, include: • Alternative 2: Creating bike lanes on both sides

DOT extends sidewalk construction in Bradenton Beach

By Tomas Gomez Islander Reporter

Anna Maria City Commissioner Doug Copeland’s proposed changes to Pine Avenue, including the creation of meandering sidewalks and an 8-foot bike lane along its east side. The alternative would maintain parallel parking along the west side of Pine. Islander Photo: Courtesy Anna Maria

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What began as a simple sidewalk project has become a complete remodel.

At the behest of Bradenton Beach, the Florida Department of Transportation began a project in September to add permeable pavers to the east sidewalk of State Road 789/Gulf Drive from Ninth Street North to Avenue C to ease burdens on the city’s drainage network.

The pavers have been installed but the project isn’t finished.

The new pavers put the sidewalk out of compliance with the standards in the U.S. Americans with Disabilities Act, according to DOT community outreach manager Barbara Catlin.

The DOT now plans to replace sections of the sidewalk to link in with the pavers, bringing the walkway back into compliance.

“Backfilled asphalt is a temporary cold patch. The contractor will be milling and resurfacing from the edge of the travel lane to the pavers, from station to station, for each section of pavers. In the interim, a temporary condition needs to exist for safety,” Catlin wrote to The Islander Oct. 28.

Also, a waterline was struck during excavation Oct. 21 but was repaired the same day.

Bradenton Beach Commissioner Ralph Cole said at a meeting at city hall that day that he briefly lost access to water at his home during the incident.

Additional signage was put in place to help pedestrians navigate around the construction.

A hydrant is open between Eighth and Ninth streets north to equalize water pressure in the area after a waterline was struck during construction. Islander Photo: Tomas Gomez

Two walk-throughs will be done by the DOT prior to acceptance of the final project. Also, the DOT asked Bradenton Beach and Manatee County to participate.

The completion date is late November or early December, barring weather interruptions.

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Gathering

Annunciation collecting coats for Turning Points

The Episcopal Church of the Annunciation is collecting coats and jackets to donate to the Turning Points homeless assistance program in Manatee County.

Clothing can be dropped off at the church, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, through Monday, Nov. 22, for delivery ahead of Thanksgiving.

For more information, call the church at 941-7781638.

Roser collects toys for Salvation Army

a Salvation army worker loads donations to roser memorial community church’s angel tree christmas care campaign in 2020. islander courtesy Photo

Roser Memorial Community Church will erect its “Angel Tree” Sunday, Nov. 7, and encourages people to participate in the giving campaign that benefits the Salvation Army.

Last year, Roser collected toys to brighten Christmas celebrations in Manatee County.

People can select from the tree a tag with a child’s holiday wishes that need fulfilling.

Donors should return unwrapped gifts in a bag, with the tag attached, to the church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, by Sunday, Nov. 28.

For more information, contact the church at 941778-0414 or info@roserchurch.com.

Roser to host holiday craft show dorothy Pon offers arts and crafts at a 2019 holiday craft fair at roser memorial community church. roser, 512 Pine ave., anna maria, will host the 2021 holiday fair 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6. vendors will offer ornaments and other holiday decor, as well as art, jewelry and other crafts. for more information, call the church office at 941778-0414 or go online to roserchurch.com. islander courtesy Photo

Obituaries

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Gathering is the religion page for The Islander. We welcome news from local places of worship, as well as photos and calendar listings.

Please, submit to news@islander.org.

Nellie Mildred Bergstrom

Nellie Mildred Rhodes Bergstrom, 97, of Holmes Beach died Oct. 22 in Bradenton.

She was married more than 75 years to husband Harold and they spent many successful years raising a family and working side by side at Bergstrom Jewelers in downtown Minneapolis.

Upon retiring, their time was shared between Minnesota and Anna Maria Island.

She took great pride in caring for her beautiful gardens in both Minnesota and on Key Royale.

She loved music, playing the organ and dancing always gave her great joy.

Later in life, she started golfing and became an accomplished golfer at Key Royale Club in Holmes Beach, golfing weekly until her early 90s, with more than one trophy.

Her love of a good party, spontaneous adventures and laughter continues to live on in all her family.

The family would like to thank the caregivers at Freedom Village for their excellent care.

A private celebration will take place at a later date.

The family requests memorial donations be made to the Shriners Hospitals for Children.

Mrs. Bergstrom is survived by daughter Nancy and husband Dave Rudberg; son John and wife Kris; granddaughters Anne and husband Tom LeRoy, Theresa and husband Tom Pearson, Kathy Nistler, Janet Haen, Katy and husband Mike Canetta and Megan and husband Jason Mengelkoch; great-grandchildren Nick LeRoy, Matt and wife Sami Leroy, Emily and Eric Pearson, Abby, Erin and Audrey Nistler, and McKenna and Bria Haen.

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Vincent Ujcic, 97, of Holmes Beach, died Oct.

Mr. Ujcic’s sister, Alma Jeronimo, was a longtime resident of Anna Maria and had encouraged him to buy his beach home in Holmes Beach in 1974.

He moved to the island in 1989 with wife Barbara.

He swam in the Gulf of Mexico every day into his 90s, loved and shared many beautiful island sunsets ujcic with friends and family.

His neighbors deemed him “The Mayor of 78th Street” and he placed a bench on the beach years ago for “All Sundowners” to enjoy.

He was born at home in Manhattan, New York, in 1924 to immigrant parents from Croatia and Czechoslovakia.

He graduated from Brooklyn Technical High School in 1942 and then joined the U.S. Army Air Force and became a flight engineer during World War II. After the war, he used the GI bill to attend Brooklyn Polytechnic, graduating with a degree in chemical engineering.

He worked for Pfizer, Berkley Chemical, GAF and finished his career with Tarkett Flooring as plant manager in Whitehall, Pennsylvania.

He was an avid traveler and loved driving all over

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the United States to visit his family, friends and many national parks.

He crossed the United States numerous times and also traveled to Croatia, Italy, Ireland and Norway. His most notable road trips were his last at 90 and 91 — to Newfoundland, Canada and Alaska.

His longtime buddy Ralph, also age 90, was his travel companion.

He really loved baseball and after being a Brooklyn Dodgers and Mets fan for decades, he eventually adopted the Rays as his hometown team. He loved attending ballgames and spring-training games in Bradenton.

As a volunteer, he supported the efforts of Meals on Wheels and several Alzheimer support groups.

He was a devoted crossword puzzler and once said, “Life is a lot like a crossword puzzle. I find one word and it leads serendipitously to another!”

Though he did not reach his goal to be the last living veteran of WW II, we all aspire to live the long full life as he did.

A celebration of life will be held in early 2022.

Mr. Ujcic is survived by his daughters and sons in law, Barbara and John McIntyre, Susan and Jared Snyder, Karen and Bob Pepper; step-children and spouses Paul and Evelyn Dravis, Hilary Dravis and Andrew Stark and Celeste and Manny Mateus; and grandchildren Kelly, Jade, Collin, Delia, Devon, Michelle, Stephanie, Tyler, Avery, Conner and Morgan.

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Trunk or treat on AMI draws a crowd as the sun sets

aBove: “Star Wars” Stormtrooper vincent gollamundi, 9, of Holmes Beach, meets royalty at the trunk-otreat event oct. 27 at crossPointe fellowship in Holmes Beach. islander Photo: Nemita “mom” daguinotas

aBove: the crowd at the crossPointe fellowship Halloween trunk or treat event meanders through the candy treat lane in the parking lot. games and other Halloween foolery entertained adults and kids alike.

Left: Karen moss and her monkey puppet greet a trick-or-treater at the crossPointe event. islander Photos: courtesy Sue Stephens

Left: morgan and Ben Bryant, owners of Live Naturally ami, offer treats to kids oct. 27 at the crossPointe fellowship event in Holmes Beach. morgan said the event was “wildly successful.”

Tidings

REGULAR WORSHIP

Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. — St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-4769.

Thursdays 9:30 a.m. — Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-1638.

Saturdays 4 p.m. — St. Bernard Catholic Church.

Sundays 8 a.m. — Episcopal Church of the Annunciation.

8:30 a.m. — St. Bernard Catholic Church.

8:30 a.m. — Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414.

9 a.m. — CrossPointe Fellowship, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-0719.

9:15 a.m. — Harvey Memorial Community Church, 300 Church Ave., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-779-1912.

9:45 a.m. — Episcopal Church of the Annunciation.

9:30 a.m. — Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive.

Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-1813.

10 a.m. — Roser Church.

10 a.m. — Christ Church of Longboat Key Presbyterian USA, 6400 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Info: 941-900-4903.

10 a.m. — Longboat Island Chapel, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Info: 941-383-6491.

10:30 a.m. — St. Bernard.

ONGOING EVENTS Wednesdays, 6:45 p.m., CrossPointe Wednesday Night Blast.

Thursdays, 7 p.m., Roser chancel choir rehearsals.

Thursdays, 9:30 a.m., Roser Robics fitness.

Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m., Roser Robics fitness.

Play, putt, drive for pets!

Patti eaker, front left, diane goodwin, Joyce gogola back left, and Linda Sorbo, finished the course in first-place in the moonracer golf goes to the dogs fundraising tourney oct. 23, playing for the Positively Healthy Pet Supply team at the terra ceia golf and tennis club. islander courtesy Photos

Leon allen with team Shankman Leone takes a swing at hole 13.

SPECIAL EVENTS Nov. 6, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Roser Church holiday craft fair.

SAVE THE DATES Nov. 28, Hanukkah begins.

Dec. 4, ECA Holly Berry Bazaar.

Dec. 6, Hanukkah ends.

Dec. 12, Roser Church blood drive.

Dec. 24, Christmas Eve. Dec. 25, Christmas Day. Send listings to calendar@islander.org.

a tourney player putts during the moonracer oct. 23 scramble.

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County’s draft redistricting maps due in November

By Lisa Neff islander editor

It’s time to redraw the lines.

The past decade delivered growth to East Manatee, requiring county commissioners to map new district boundaries by Dec. 31.

Based on 2020 census numbers for Manatee County, the population increased 23.8% from 2010, going from 322,833 to 399,710.

The growth in some districts outpaced others: • District 1 increased 44.9% to 93,050; • District 2, 12% to 69,931; • District 3, 1.1% to 67,667; • District 4, 16.4% to 75,152; • District 5, 45.1% to 93,910.

Now the county must develop boundaries for five of the seven commission districts — two commissioners serve countywide. The commission must draw districts nearly equal in population while considering demographic data and voting rights law.

County commissioners met at the administration building in Bradenton Oct. 27 with staff and consultant John Guthrie and heard from the public to advance the redistricting process.

“Redistricting is a very personal matter,” Guthrie told commissioners via Zoom. “It has to do with your relationships with constituents.”

By the meeting’s end, it was clear the commission

county commissioners and staff assemble oct. 27 at their administration building in Bradenton for a work meeting on redrawing boundaries for five of seven districts. two commissioners serve at-large and five represent geographic areas. the deadline for adopting new maps is dec. 31. islander Screenshot

could begin reviewing draft maps as early as Nov. 9.

The target size for the districts would be about 80,000 people, which means Districts 1 and 5 need to be decreased and the others need to grow.

Guthrie said District 3, which includes Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key and west Bradenton, might be expanded north across the Manatee River.

Other districts might be pushed east.

Several people spoke at the meeting about pro-

tecting the integrity and character of District 2, which includes portions of Bradenton and Palmetto, has the highest percentage of racial minorities and is represented by Reggie Bellamy, the only Democrat on the county commission.

The next county commission meetings will be at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 9, and 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 16, at the administration building, 1112 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton.

Anna Maria commissioners discuss lot-splitting regulations, consequences By ryan Paice islander reporter

New rules could limit lot splits in Anna Maria and open the door to a new wave of lawsuits.

City commissioners reached consensus Oct. 28 to direct city attorney Becky Vose to draft an ordinance that would prohibit property owners from splitting large lots in an effort to curb development. copeland City planner Chad Minor said the proposed regulation would not prohibit properties with multiple platted lots from splitting, but he had identified 41 other lots in the city eligible for subdivision based on size and zoning.

City attorney Becky Vose said the planned ordinance could expose the city to potential claims under the Bert J. Harris Jr. Private Property Rights Protections Act, which allows demands for compensation due to government regulations diminishing the value of private property.

Vose said she expects several property owners to file claims over the proposed regulation since two lots could be argued to be more valuable than one larger lot.

Commissioner Doug Copeland said such claims would be “slam dunks” against the city and could result in monetary losses it might not be able to sustain.

However, he said he expects developers to continue taking over older properties if the city waits to pursue regulation.

Vose refused to give her opinion on the proposed ordinance. But she recommended — if the commission pursues the ordinance — the city mail Bert Harris notification letters to the impacted property owners.

She said property owners only could file Bert Harris claims for up to a year after receiving notification, so sending them could limit the number of claims filed against the city.

For reference, she said Bert Harris claims likely still would be filed against the city for its vacation rental ordinance if it hadn’t sent out the letters to property owners before it was enacted in 2016.

Copeland asked to bring the item back for discussion at the commission’s next meeting, and the commission agreed. However, Copeland won’t be at the dais for the next meeting, which falls after the Nov. 2 election.

He declined to run to retain his seat and, as no one stepped forward for the election, four commissioners will select a new commissioner at their Nov. 17 meeting.

In other matters…

City commissioners also: • Unanimously voted to adopt an ordinance requiring all structures to be in compliance with city code, state code and Federal Emergency Management Agency regulations; • Unanimously voted to approve an agreement to hire Miami-based PlusUrbia Design to complete a historic resources survey to identify properties in the city that are worthy of a historic designation.

The commission’s next meeting will be at 2 p.m.

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The meeting is open to the public with masks recommended. Instructions to attend via teleconference are available at cityofannamaria.com.

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Cortez group recognizes scout for preserve efforts

By Kane Kaiman islander reporter

Earning a badge of honor.

At an Oct. 4 meeting in Cortez, the Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage presented Bradenton resident Matthew Kurutz with a volunteer service award for the 2019 Eagle Scout project he carried out at the FISH Preserve.

The 100-acre preserve is situated east of the fishing village. It was purchased to provide a commercial buffer from development and the nonprofit has worked to improve it since 2004.

Kurutz, 19, presented the organization with a check for $660 — the project’s budget surplus.

Scheduling conflicts and the pandemic kept FISH, an organization dedicated to maintaining Cortez’s commercial fishing legacy, and Kurutz, now a Venture Scout and professional machinist, from completing the awards ceremony for about two years.

From June-September 2019, Kurutz led a team of volunteers who refurbished three footbridges leading to tidal islands within a campsite inside the preserve.

The Bayshore High School graduate’s team included family, friends, other scouts from Troop 76 and Manatee County ecological and marine resources manager Damon Moore.

In addition to replacing the bridge’s wooden planks with composite boards, the group removed invasive Brazilian pepper trees from the campsite.

venture Scout matthew Kurutz holds a florida institute for Saltwater Heritage volunteer service award he received for completing work in the fiSH Preserve as fiSH treasurer Jane von Hahmann, left, president Kim mcvey, center, and other members of the organization applaud oct. 4 in fishermen’s Hall in cortez. islander Photo: Kane Kaiman

Though the work within the preserve took about four months, the planning and fundraising aspects of the project took years.

Kurutz fundraised at the 2018 and 2019 Cortez Commercial Fishing Festivals and a nautical flea market in 2018. Between events, he sold Eagle Scout meat sticks.

Allen Garner, whose son Alex in 2004 completed the first Eagle Scout project in the preserve, a footbridge to the “trapyard” at the south end of 119th Street

matthew Kurutz reaches for a buttonwood tree June 1, 2019, at the fiSH Preserve. He and others cleared invasive species from the preserve — but left indigenous plants, such as the buttonwood. islander file Photo

West, chronicled the long relationship between FISH and the scouts at the meeting in Cortez.

Five Eagle Scout projects have been completed in the preserve, including an initiative that led to the construction of the bridges Kurutz refurbished.

“FISH is a great organization and scouts is a great organization, and I think it’d be cool to see the scouts and FISH continue to work together,” Kurutz told The Islander Oct. 5.

In addition to restoring the land to its natural state, FISH aims to transform the preserve into a destination for nature-lovers akin to the Robinson Preserve in northwest Bradenton.

Kurutz said he hopes scouts and others will utilize the campsite his team improved and expressed a desire to continue helping FISH achieve its preserve goals. “(The preserve) is another part of our community and our history as a state and as an area,” Kurutz said.

“I’d like to see it grow, and I’d like to continue to go out there and help them as far as getting the preserve to a point where the public can go out and use it.”

For more information on FISH, visit fishcortez.org or call For more information on Boy Scouts of America Manatee District Troop 76, call Steve Kurutz at 941527-6876.

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in 2016, manatee county commissioners and staff opened Perico Preserve. then-county commissioner John chappie, center, cut the ribbon at the park, 11700 manatee ave. W., Bradenton. the county is now planning to implement a voterapproved tax to acquire and protect more conservation land. the review process could get underway in early 2022. islander file Photo

By Lisa Neff

Considering conservation

Zillow needs a feature filter for potential conservation land.

I’m ready to search for properties because Manatee County is closer to launching a voter-endorsed program to expand protections of environmental lands.

In November 2020, voters faced the “Water Quality Protection, Fish and Wildlife Habitat Preservation, and Park Ad Valorem Tax and Bonds” referendum to levy an additional 0.15 Neff mill ad valorem tax for 20 years and issue up to $50 million in general obligation bonds.

Countywide, the question enjoyed 71% support.

In the three island cities, support exceeded 65%.

Voters, with their approval of the ballot measure, set the goals for spending the money: to protect water quality, preserve fish and wildlife, prevent stormwater pollution, provide preserves and parks.

In April, county commissioners assembled at the administration building in Bradenton for a work session to discuss carrying out the will of the voters.

The commissioners met again on the issue Oct. 27 and this time reviewed with staff a process for acquiring conservation land using the new tax money.

Here’s the step by step: • An individual or organization nominates a property; • County staff reviews the nomination, including a preliminary assessment of natural resources on the property; • If the property passes first review, county staff contacts the owner to establish interest in selling; • If there’s interest, county staff visits the property for another assessment; • The nomination then goes to an advisory committee to review and make a recommendation, which staff would present to the county commission; • If commissioners approve, appraisals and negotiations follow; • And, if everything works out, there’s a contract signed for public ownership of new conservation

lands.

The county’s existing environmental lands management and acquisition advisory committee, established in the early 1990s, will review nominations and recommend projects to the commission.

As early as this month, commissioners could move forward by adopting a resolution authorizing implementation of the referendum using the environmental lands management and acquisition program and amending the ordinance that created the program.

Proposed amendments include: • Contacting a property owner about acquiring land before discussion at a public meeting rather than after; • Changing the composition of the advisory committee to include representatives from the five commission districts, who would join members from different professional and educational backgrounds.

Meanwhile, if you have a property in mind, you might start working up your presentation.

County environmental lands program manager Debra Woithe shared a draft nomination form Oct. 27 that asks for these details: owner information and property description, including “the main criteria for conservation” and “notable site features.”

You also may want to take photos of your spot.

And use your imagination when you evaluate property — remember that Robinson and Perico were pastures before they became preserves.

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People can learn more about mobility Week online at mymanatee.org/mobility. islander Photo: ryan Paice

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Champs crowned in center soccer, basketball, KRC goes SpooKey

By Kevin P. cassidy islander reporter

The kid’s fall soccer league at the Center of Anna Maria Island concluded Oct. 26 with championship games in the 8-10 and 11-14 age divisions.

The 8-10 championship match between Solid Rock Construction and Moss Builders was largely a defensive battle as the teams remained scoreless until the seven-minute mark, when Solid Rock Construction’s Nixon Conner scored on a free kick from cassidy just outside the penalty area for a 1-0 lead.

Three minutes later, a hand ball in the box gave Moss Builders a penalty kick that Mason Moss blasted to tie the score at 1-1.

With 29 seconds remaining and tension building, Conner worked past Moss, cut in and ripped a shot that caromed off and over the crossbar, sending the game to a 3-minute overtime.

Nobody scored in the overtime, sending the game to a penalty-kick shootout. Solid Rock Construction had its first shot go wide and its last shot went over the goal with two shots in between saved by Mason Moss.

Oliver Morrison-Tirpak and Landon Sinphay converted their spot kicks, giving Moss Builders a 3-1 win and the 8-10 division cup.

Other members of Moss Builders are Calin Westfall, Oliver Barr, MaryTess Bolognone, Asher Patel and Miles Moss.

The 11-14 division title game lacked the tension and drama of the 8-10 match as Miz & Hiz Biz rolled to a 4-0 victory over Blalock Walters behind four goals from Jackson Pakbaz and a pair of saves from goalie Konnor Oelfke. Other members of the 11-14 champs are Stephen Wilson, Chad Nunez, Liam Nunez, William Pakbaz, Ava Harlan and Cecelia Kroth.

Paddy Wagon wins adult basketball title The adult basketball league at the center came to a close Oct. 25 with the championship game between No. 1 seed Moss Builders and No. 2 seed Paddy Wagon.

Paddy Wagon cruised to a 57-38 victory behind 14 points from Thomas Gish, 12 points from Trey Yarn and 11 points from Jeremi King. Andy Shown finished with 9 points and Jay Terry added 5 points.

Other members of the champs are Luca Vecchio, Sean Green and Matthew Stacey.

Jordan DeMers scored a game-high 16 points to lead Moss Builders, which also received 5 points each from JB Shuck, Zack Long and Ryan Moss in the loss.

mason moss of moss Builders and Solid rock player mcKenna darek battle for the ball oct. 26 during the 8-10 division championship game on the center pitch. islander Photo: Kevin P. cassidy

The second match of the evening saw Sato Real Estate cruise to a 6-3 victory over Emily Moss Designs behind four goals from Will Kretzman and a goal each from Ben Sato and Greg Ross. Amy Ivin added a pair of assists, while Ben and Josh Sato combined to make six saves in the victory.

Connor Haughey, Kevin Roman and Austin Nutting each scored goals to lead Moss Designs, which also received seven saves from Ryan Moss.

The third match of the night saw Slim’s Place and Blalock Walters battle to a 2-2 tie. Greg DeMeuse and Jesse Griffin scored a goal each and Robb Marshall made seven saves to lead Blalock Walters to the tie.

Kali Richardson and Nate Welch each scored goals to lead Slim’s Place, which also received seven saves from Tyler Brewer in the draw.

The last match of the night saw the Gitt Team outscore Servis First Bank 4-3. Daniel Hampton scored two goals to lead Gitt, which also received a goal each from Damir Glavan and Raul Loria. Edd Monzon and Keith Mahoney combined to make seven saves to help preserve the victory.

Mauricio Vargas scored two goals and Eric Pullen added one for Servis in the loss.

Adult soccer continues After four weeks of action in the adult soccer league at the center, Sato Real Estate is alone at the top of the standings with a 4-0 record, just ahead of second place Slim’s Place with a 3-0-1 record. Blalock Walters holds down third place with a 2-1-1 record with Servis First Bank and the Gitt Team right behind at 2-2. Emily Moss Designs and Beach Bums follow at 1-3, while Sandbar Restaurant is still in search of a victory.

The first of four matches Oct. 28 saw Beach Bums take its first victory when Sandbar couldn’t field a team.

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Horseshoe news Oct. 27 horseshoe action at the Anna Maria City Hall pits saw a four-team playoff after each produced 2-1 records during pool play. In the first semifinal, Jerry Disbrow and Rod Bussey eliminated Steve Doyle and Tom Farrington 21-15. while Tom Skoloda advanced to the final with a 21-16 victory over Norm Langeland and Steve Keridel. Skoloda walked his way to the winner’s circle with a 22-16 victory over Disbrow and Bussey.

The Oct. 30 games were short and sweet as Farrington and Jerry Disbrow were the outright champs after posting the only 3-0 record during pool play.

Play begins at 9 a.m. every Wednesday and Saturday at the Anna Maria pits. Warmups begin at 8:45 a.m., followed by random team selection.

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Key Royale news Sixty Key Royale Club members participated in a SpooKey Scramble Oct. 29, battling scary winds and frightening rain showers to complete the golf match.

The team of Kathy and Tim Donnar, Jedy Menchek and Tom Solosky handled the conditions best and grabbed first place. They retained their orange Halloween ball for all nine holes and with two scores from each foursome counted, they finished with a 72, edging out the team of Brian Comer, Charlie Porter and Debbie and Larry Milder in a score card playoff.

Janelle Clements and Lori Waggoner tied for the women’s longest drive, while Brian Comer won for the men. Bill MacMillan prevailed in a four-person playoff to win the putting contest, while Besty Meyer bested all 60 golfers to win the straightest-drive contest. Closest-to-the-pin was captured by Debi Wohlers and Jim McParland.

After the rounds of golf, 90 members enjoyed clubhouse libations and a dinner of lasagna, salad, garlic toast and bread pudding.

Regular golf action at the club in Holmes Beach started Oct. 25 with the men’s modified-Stableford match. Bill MacMillan finished on top of a crowded leader board with a plus-6, a point ahead of John Kolojeski, Gary Risner, Terry Schaefer and Terry Tarras.

The women played their regular nine-hole individual-low-net match in two flights Oct. 26. Judy Christensen grabbed first in Flight A with a 2-under-par 30, a stroke ahead of second-place finisher Linda Dorsey.

Billie Jean Pinson was the top finisher in Flight B with 2-over-par 34, two strokes ahead of second-place finisher Judy Todd.

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Cooler temps trigger fish to chomp live bait on the hook

By Capt. Danny Stasny Islander Reporter

It’s early November and, finally, our days of hot weather are numbered. This cooler weather should trigger many of our target species of fish to start feeding heavily.

On the flats, snook, redfish and spotted seatrout are staging up in preparation of winter in areas where bait is plentiful and good tidal flow occurs. You should be staging there, too.

Stasny For the snook and reds, the mangroves and oyster bars are ideal spots for hookups. As for the trout, the deeper grass flats in 3-8 feet of water are where it’s at. You’ll also encounter other species while flats fishing — Spanish mackerel, jack crevalle, ladyfish and mangrove snapper. These fish are present in areas were bait schools are prevalent and the wide variety of species can make for an excellent morning of fishing, as you never know what you’re going to catch.

Once you’re done flats fishing, you should consider a venture to deeper water to fish some of the artificial reefs, wrecks and rock piles in Tampa Bay and in the Gulf of Mexico. These areas are excellent habitat for a variety of fish, including mangrove snapper, gag grouper and mackerel. Having bait schools present in these areas is ideal, but even if the bait isn’t there, it’s worth trying.

For the snapper and grouper, bottom rigs are effective. For the macks, 30-40 pound fluorocarbon leader with a long shank hook will work to free-line a live shiner on the surface of the water over and around the structure you’re fishing.

As we move through fall, you should see some excellent fishing — with all of the usual suspects lining up for the taking.

On my Just Reel fishing charters, my clients are hooking up plenty of snook and spotted seatrout on the flats. There are some redfish mixed in there, too, although not as consistent a bite as the snook and trout. While trout fishing, I’m seeing a good number

Daniella Schilling, 9, of Kennet Square, Pennsylvania, shows off the bonnethead shark she caught — and released — during her summer vacation while visiting her grandmother, Christine Porter, at Westbay Point and Moorings in Holmes Beach. Daniella was fishing on the shoreline with her uncle, Chris Porter, who jumped in the bay to unhook the fish, landing it in the grass for the trophy photo.

Tony Knapp, Pam Knapp, Mike Owens and Jill Owens show off a great bag of pelagics — mahi mahi and a big blackfin tuna — caught Oct. 27 while trolling offshore of Anna Maria Island with Capt. David White of Anna Maria Charters.

of macks and jack crevalle being reeled in.

Lastly, my clients are catching mangrove snapper as we work both the flats and the structure and they’re happily filling their coolers.

Capt. Jason Stock is catching plenty of American red snapper while working offshore. Using large shiners and pinfish as bait is working well for the snappers and reeling up these fish in 100-plus feet of water is definitely a work out for the angler.

Stock reports that casting baits on the surface is attracting attention, especially for blackfin tuna — notorious for using their large tails to propel themselves at high speeds once on the hook, producing drag-screaming runs and a hard fight to the bitter end.

And, as a bonus offshore, Stock says they sometimes encounter a sailfish, possibly with its curiosity peaked by the tuna action on the surface.

In shallower areas around nearshore structure, Stock is enjoying mangrove snapper action. These fish can be chummed to the surface and caught on free-lined baits or simply fished on the bottom with a weighted rig.

Capt. David White is mostly running offshore, putting his clients on their share of American red snapper.

Live bait or frozen baits are working well when fished on the bottom in depths of 100 feet or more. White reports most catches being reeled up are exceeding 10 pounds.

In slightly shallower depths, White is finding mangroves and yellowtail snapper quite accommodating.

Both species are being tricked into taking the hook by using live shiners as bait.

He’s also finding blackfin tuna are abundant while fishing over offshore wrecks. Free-lined baits on the

surface are triggering explosive strikes and some dramatic battles on hook and line.

Moving inshore, White is targeting macks and mangrove snapper over artificial reefs in Tampa Bay. Both species are being caught on live shiners.

Finally, snook and redfish are being found on the shallow flats during falling tides in the mornings.

Jim Malfese at the Rod & Reel Pier is seeing a variety of fish on the hook. He reports pier fishers using live shrimp as bait are hooking into numerous redfish and black drum by casting a bottom rig under the pier.

This method is resulting in keeper-sizes of both species.

While targeting these fish, anglers also are hooking into mangrove snapper and an occasional snook.

Anglers determined to target snook are using larger baits — pinfish and small ladyfish — while artificials, such as silver spoons or small white jigs, is resulting in mackerel, jack crevalle and ladyfish at the pier.

Barry Jones at the Anna Maria City Pier reports seeing mangrove snapper caught by anglers baiting with live shrimp. Drifting the bait under the pier is motivating the 12-inch snappers to bite.

Casting artificials — gold spoons, Gotcha plugs or crappie jigs — is attracting macks and ladyfish to the hook at the pier.

Jones says he’s seeing some early sheepshead around the pilings of the pier but he’s not yet seeing any being caught.

Send high-resolution photos and fishing reports to fish@islander.org.

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Teriyaki forever Your grandkids will be eating this teriyaki.

Restaurant veterans and Longboat Key residents Steve and Loida Marzke opened Teriyaki Cove in Holmes Beach Oct. 25 and said they’re here to serve the island for years to come.

“This is by far the best location we’ve ever had, Anna Maria Island.

We’re spending the rest of our lives Kaiman here, period,” said Steve Marzke, who has owned eight restaurants with his wife, Loida, over their 31-year marriage.

The restaurant is at 3248 E. Bay Drive in the Anna Maria Island Centre shopping plaza in the slot where Smoothie King operated.

Loida Marzke has been perfecting her teriyaki sauce recipe since 1993, a formula that over the years branched into two flavors: original and spicy.

Orders come out fast at Teriyaki Cove, making the restaurant an ideal lunch option for workers.

The backbone of the menu is chicken, beef and shrimp teriyaki over a bowl of white rice.

Other options include picadillo, a dish similar to chili with green olives; adobo, a Filipino braised pork dish; authentic ramen noodles and salads.

For more information, visit the restaurant’s Teriyaki Cove Facebook page or call 941-718-3533.

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Graziano’s spa, massage studio and holistic healing center, 2219 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach, offers a variety of treatments and activities meant to restore mind, body and spirit, including deep tissue massage, acupuncture, organic skin care and yoga and meditation classes.

Yoga and meditation class attendees get the benefit of practicing in a room with an approximately 16-by10-foot Himalayan salt wall the spa installed in 2016 for its organic beauty and ambience.

The spa’s latest offerings include vitamin injection therapy — for detoxification, weight loss and immune system recharge — and cosmetic acupuncture.

Graziano sees the spa as a relaxing refuge.

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On a fateful 2008 vacation to Oregon, Wolgast call 941-778-8400. encountered a duck that appeared to be smiling.

“It was very happy, and it made me happy. And my thought process when I started drawing again was, ‘I want to make other people happy,’” Wolgast said Oct. 28.

Wolgast launched an online design shop in October 2020 to share the remarkable, smiling duck’s likeness with the world.

The Odd Duck Designs Shop features long- and short-sleeve T-shirts with whimsical iterations of the original bird, including a circular rainbow “Proud Ducks” design that recently was picked up by a birding store near Provincetown, Massachusetts.

Non-avian offerings include Anna Maria Island and Florida wildlife-themed graphics.

Wolgast, a West Bradenton resident and wife of Islander editor Lisa Neff, moved to the island area in 2005.

In February, she donated a T-shirt design of the “Old City Jail” to the Anna Maria Island Historical Society.

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Tourist council backs funds for full-time beach custodians

By Lisa Neff islander editor

Cleanups need funding, too.

The Manatee County Tourist Development Council, meeting Oct. 18 at the county administration building in Bradenton, unanimously voted to recommend county commissioners approve funding to hire five full-time custodians to collect trash, repair picnic tables and keep restrooms clean and stocked at local beaches.

Currently temporary staff work at the two county beaches — Manatee Public Beach in Holmes Beach and Coquina Beach in Bradenton Beach.

“When you have temps, you are just constantly training,” said Elliott Falcione, executive director of the Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau.

He suggested the TDC recommend the county approve tourist tax funding to hire five custodians.

Carmine DeMilio, the county’s park operations manager, attended the meeting to present the request.

His outline detailed the need: “We outsource our night restroom cleaning. …The work hours are 9:30 p.m.-6 a.m. The contracted services are not getting the job done and are certainly not meeting our standards. … Our residents and visitors deserve better. Restroom cleaning and trash removal is a dirty job but someone has to do it.”

But the TDC members didn’t need convincing.

“You don’t ever have enough people ever to clean high traffic areas,” said TDC vice chair Vernon DeSear, CEO of the Manatee Memorial Foundation.

DeSear motioned to make the recommendation and island member Ed Chiles seconded.

“I think this is a most worthy recommendation,” Local artist and t-shirt vendor connie Wolgast models one of her designs, “Whale’s rainbow,” at the Neal Preserve in august. islander courtesy Photo

Eating out An ordinance permitting outdoor dining area expansions for Bradenton Beach restaurants will remain in effect as long as the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention COVID-19 guidelines recommend social distancing and limited capacity indoors at eating establishments, Bradenton Beach Mayor John Chappie told The Islander Oct. 25.

According to an Oct. 26 email from Bradenton Beach building official Stephen Gilbert, eight businesses were granted expanded outdoor seating during the pandemic — Wicked Cantina, the Daiquiri Deck, Tommy Knockers Saloon, Drift In, Island Creperie, Bridge Tender Inn, Anna Maria Oyster Bar and Beach House Restaurant.

Before Gov. Ron DeSantis lifted COVID restrictions statewide in late April, Holmes Beach allowed

AMI TOURISM: Endless Season islander ed chiles, a member of the tdc, recommends funding for public beach maintenance during an oct. 18 meeting.

Chiles said. “With a permanent staff, you’re going to have more consistency.”

The new staffing, if authorized by county commissioners, would work at the Manatee and Coquina beaches, as well as Bayfront Park in Anna Maria and along the Palma Sola Causeway to “provide clean, safe and aesthetically pleasing restrooms and grounds.”

The TDC recommended county commissioners approve $416,213 for fiscal year 2021-22 and $348,214 for fiscal year 2022-23. The budget for this year already included $100,000 for custodial services, which could be applied to the new custodial program.

In other matters at the meeting: • During public comment, Karen Riley-Love, owner of AMI Beach Weddings and founder of the Anna Maria Island Wedding Association, spoke about the importance of destination weddings to the area’s

tourism industry.

Riley-Love, a contributor to The Islander, said trends suggest 2022 could be record-setting year for celebrating love — with destination weddings, vow renewals, honeymoons and celebrations of weddings that occurred in 2020 or 2021.

• Falcione offered sympathy to Liz Andricks, who works in the local hospitality industry at A Paradise Realty, and her family.

Andricks’ son, Timothy, 31, was fatally shot Oct. 12 in Bradenton. Law enforcement arrested Nicholas Koontz, 23, of Bradenton, who faces a charge of second-degree murder.

Falcione said, “Let’s just love on each other. It is easier said than done. …But if we can focus on that in our daily walk. And please, keep Liz and her family in your thoughts.”

• TDC officials reviewed stats and marketing plans.

The next meeting of the TDC, which recommends to the county board the spending from the 5% resort tax on accommodations of six months or less, will be at 9 a.m. Monday, Dec. 13, at the Center of Anna Maria Island, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria.

About the TDC The TDC includes County Commissioner Misty Servia as chair, vice chair Vernon DeSear, Ed Chiles, Eric Cairns, Jack Rynerson, Jiten Patel, Rahul Patel, Bradenton Mayor Gene Brown and Palmetto Mayor Shirley Groover Bryant.

For more information about the TDC, call Monica Luff at 941-729-9177 or email monica.luff@bacvb. com.

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AMI Chamber Holmes Beach Mayor Judy Titsworth told The SAVE THE DATES Islander in an Oct. 18 email she believed the only establishments that took advantage of outside seating Nov. 11, member sunrise breakfast, Anna Maria Island Beach were Eat Here — now shuttered — and The Doctor’s Cafe, Holmes Beach.

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Nov. 19, member gala and small business of the year awards She said Murphy has since removed the tables. ceremony, IMG Academy, Bradenton.

The city of Anna Maria enforced state orders prior Fees may apply for events. to April and has not changed any ordinances related to RSVP for the networking events by contacting the chamber at outdoor dining throughout the pandemic.

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Welcome Other events We join the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce in welcoming 20 new businesses in SeptemTHIS WEEK ber and October: Artonami of Holmes Beach, Reed Thursday, Nov. 4 Fitness and Physical Therapy of Bradenton Beach, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. — Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce Wade’s Interiors of Bradenton, Flynn Law of Bra22nd annual Small Business Awards Luncheon, Holiday Inn Lido denton, TechCare Website Development serving all Beach, 233 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Sarasota. areas, Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County in 4-7:30 p.m. — Manatee Chamber of Commerce Business at Palmetto, Photography by Lisa E serving Anna Maria the Ballpark Expo, LECOM Park, 1611 9th St. W., Bradenton.

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SAVE THE DATES Everything’s E-Bikes Sales & Rentals serving Anna Maria Island, City Pier Grill of Anna Maria, Graze Nov. 16, Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce Business After Street AMI of Holmes Beach, Q’s Creations of Bra- Hours, Sage, Sarasota. denton Beach, the Orca Villa of Holmes Beach, PrisFees may apply for events. tine Custom Cabinets of Holmes Beach, Outer Banks For more LBK Chamber information, visit longboatkeychamber.

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BruNSWicK 2000 goLd crown iv 9-foot billiard table. Ball return. great condition. $2,000. 941-713-2016.

iNdividuaLS maY PLace one free ad with up to three items, each priced $100 or less, 15 words or less. free, one week, must be submitted online. email classifieds@islander. org, fax toll-free 1-866-362-9821. (limited time offer)

cHaNdeLier: BroWN metaL, bulbs, hardware, $40. two bar stools, leather seat, stainless steel, $40, 941-920-2494.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

StacKaBLe frigidaire WaSHer/dryer from Seaside condo. $100 each. 941-7785542 or 941-778-3920.

Sandy’s Lawn Service Inc. ESTABLISHED IN 1983

Residential & Commercial Full-service lawn maintenance.

Landscaping ~ Cleanups Hauling ~ Tree Trimming.

WaNted: Your oLd cellphone for recycling. deliver to the islander, 315 58th St. Suite J, Holmes Beach.

LICENSED & INSURED

Paradise Improvements

941.792.5600

Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Specialist Replacement Doors and Windows

Andrew Chennault

FULLY LICENSED AND INSURED Island References Lic#CBC056755

RDI CONSTRUCTION INC.

CBC 1253471

WaNted: WorKout dvds and retired but working XBox, Wii units with games for ministry of Presence for kids and teens in Haiti. deliver to the islander, 315 58th St. Suite J, Holmes Beach.

Residential & Condo Renovations Kitchens • Bath • Design Service Carpentry • Flooring • Painting Commercial & Residential

References available • 941-720-7519

AdoptA-Pet

free guN LocK courtesy of Project childsafe, florida fish and Wildlife conservation commission and Holmes Beach Police department. Pick up at the islander office, 315 58th St. Suite J, Holmes Beach. don’t be sorry, be safe.

GARAGE SALES SaLe: 7 a.m.- 3 p.m. friday and Saturday, Nov. 5-6. tools, lawn and garden, household items, bedroom sets, kitchen table and chairs, books, miscellaneous. 240 gladiolus St., anna maria. contact, 941-795-5701.

PETS HeLP reScued PetS! volunteer, foster, computer help needed! moonracer animal rescue. email: moonraceranimalrescue@ gmail.com.

Benson wants a forever home!

TRANSPORTATION 2001 toYota 4ruNNer: 179,000 miles, 4wd, tow package, single non-smoker owner, new timing belt, radiator. $17,000.

404-307-3630.

Benson is a 1-year-old, 21-pound male looking for a fun family. To meet this cutie, call Lisa Williams at 941-345-2441 or visit The Islander office in Holmes Beach. For more about pet adoption, visit moonraceranimalrescue.com.

LooKiNg for aN earLY Bird? You can read Wednesday’s classifieds on tuesday at islander.org. and it’s free!

HELP WANTED WaterfroNt reStauraNt HeLP wanted: Back of house: Looking for experienced line cooks and support staff, offering competitive wages. front of house: Looking for host, hostess day and evening shift, full and parttime. apply in person any day before noon or 2-4 p.m. address: 111 S. Bay Blvd., anna maria.

SeeKiNg Part-time front desk person for a small beach resort on anna maria. Basic computer skills required. must be available to work weekends. Please forward resume to: beckyjhardy1@msn.com.

Part time: mecHaNicaL/electrical engineer. any experience with robotics integration. focus on manufacturing automation.

218-205-0911. rePorter WaNted: full- to part-time.

Print media, newspaper experience required. apply via email with letter of interest to news@islander.org.

KIDS FOR HIRE dePeNdaBLe, reSPoNSiBLe, fuN babysitter for hire. 13 years old, island local. available in June. 941-526-9090.

KidS for Hire ads are free for up to three weeks for island youths under 16 looking for work. ads must be placed in person at the islander office, 315 58th St. Suite J, Holmes Beach.

SERVICES Need a ride to airports? tampa $65, St. Pete, $55, Sarasota, $30. gary, 863-4095875. gvoness80@gmail.com. iS Your Home or office in need of some cleaning? Well, i’m your girl! Local, reliable, professional! Please, give me a call or text, 941-773 -0461. cLeaNiNg: vacatioN, coNStructioN, residential, commercial and windows.

Licensed and insured. 941-744-7983.

PreSSure WaSHiNg, Paver sealing, driveway, roof, fence, pool area. also, window cleaning. Licensed and insured. 941-5653931.

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Signature AMI gifts! White and

tie-dye “More-Than-a-Mullet-Wrapper” T-shirts, $10-$15, and AMI stickers, $2. Come shop at The Islander, 315 58th St., Holmes Beach. We also have Jack Elka calendars!

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I S L A N D E R C L A S S I F I E D S SERVICES Continued

HOME IMPROVEMENT Continued

RENTALS Continued

ISLAND PHOTO SHOOTS WITH Gemma.

Family, children, engagement, commercial.

Instagram: @silvernestphoto. 805-5701415.

BLINDS, SHUTTERS, SHADES: Motorization. 30 years on AMI. Call Keith Barnett, Barnett Blinds, 941-730-0516.

ANNUAL: 4440 123rd St. Ct. W. Cortez.

1BR/1BA furnished $1,500/month plus utilities first/ last, $1,000 deposit. Mike Norman Realty, 941-778-6696.

NANNY, BABY/PETSITTING, cleaning, organizing, errands, assistance. 20 years’ experience. Reliable and trustworthy, local. 805570-1415.

LOOKING FOR A housecleaner? Look no further. Sand & Sea Cleaning is the team for you. 941-226-2773.

ELITE PRESSURE CLEANING: Houses, driveways pavers. Eight years working on the island. Very reliable. 941-538-1868, Todd.

BUSINESS-TO-BUSINESS JD’s Window Cleaning. 941-920-3840.

LAWN & GARDEN CONNIE’S LANDSCAPING INC. Residential and commercial. Full-service lawn maintenance, landscaping, cleanups, hauling and more! Insured. 941-778-5294.

BARNES LAWN AND Landscape LLC. Design and installation, lawn and landscape services, tree trimming, mulch, rock and shell. 941-705-1444. Jr98@barneslawnandlandscape.com.

COLLINS LANDSCAPE LIGHTING: Outdoor lighting, landscaping, irrigation services and maintenance. 941-920-0253.

MJC24373@gmail.com.

SEARAY SPRINKLER SERVICES. Repairs, additions, drip, sprinkler head/timer adjustments. 941-920-0775.

HOME IMPROVEMENT VAN-GO PAINTING residential/commercial, interior/exterior, pressure cleaning, wallpaper. Island references. Bill, 941-795-5100. www.vangopainting.net.

TILE -TILE -TILE. All variations of ceramic tile supplied and installed. Quality workmanship, prompt, reliable, many Island references. Call Neil, 941-726-3077.

GRIFFIN’S HOME IMPROVEMENTS Inc. Handyman, fine woodwork, countertops, cabinets and wood flooring. Insured and licensed. 941-722-8792.

ISLAND HANDYMAN: I live here, work here, value your referral. Refinish, paint. Just ask.

JayPros. Licensed/insured. References. Call Jay, 941-962-2874.

HANDYMAN AND PAINTING. No job too small. Most jobs just right. Call Richard Kloss. 941-204-1162.

HAMMERED HOMES: (SAVING homes since 1984.) Handyman services, renovations. Free estimates and consulting. Call before making decision, save money. 941-778-3206.

HANDYMAN AND CLEANING services.

Move-ins and outs. Affordable. Call Fred, 941-356-1456.

SCREEN REPAIR: WINDOW and door screening available: standard, sun block, pet, no-see-ums. Call Lane, 941-705-5293.

HOLLANDS PAINT, DRYWALL and handyman services: Interior/exterior paint, drywall repair, wall/ceiling textures, stucco repair, pressure washing. Over 25 years’ experience. All work guaranteed. References.

Licensed/insured. Call Dee, 256-337-5395.

API’S DRYWALL REPAIR: I look forward to servicing your drywall repair needs. Call 941524-8067 to schedule an appointment for me to come out and look at your job.

SCREENS RIPPED OR old? Window and door screen repair. Standard, sun-block, pet, no-seeum. Call Lane, 941-705-5293.

RENTALS ANNA MARIA GULF beachfront vacation rentals. One- two- and three-bedroom units, all beachfront. www.amiparadise.com. 941778-3143.

ANNUAL: 105 SEVENTH St, South B, Bradenton Beach. 3BR/2BA $3,000 1st, last, $1,000 deposit. Mike Norman Realty, 3101 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach.

AVAILABLE JANUARY-APRIL: 2BR/1BA. Two miles from beach. $4,000 per month.

941-773-1552. Vicrifenbe@aol.com.

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Web site: www.islander.org 315 58th St., Suite J Holmes Beach FL 34217

E-mail: classifieds@islander.org Fax toll free: 1-866-362-9821 Phone: 941-778-7978

ANNUAL RENTALS: 2BR/2BA furnished condo with washer and dryer. Off island. $1,250/month. First, last and security.

Wagner Realty, 941-778-2246.

NEIGHBORS: I AM looking for a garage rental, registered and insured two-door sportscar, only drive 3-4 cruises a month, pay cash. 978-380-0884.

REAL ESTATE WINNIE MCHALE, REALTOR, 941-5046146. Rosebay International Realty Inc. You need an aggressive and experienced Realtor in today’s market! Selling island homes, Sarasota and Bradenton areas. Multi-milliondollar producer! “Selling Homes - Making Dreams Come True.”

ASSISTANCE OFFERED. SAVVY and experienced. Marketing, graphic design, photography, listing, farming, CRM, web, print, social.

805-570-1415.

REAL ESTATE SERVICES: My buyers and sellers receive rewards. 30 years local service. Call Broker Fred Flis, Real Estate Mart, 941-356-1456.

Bed: A bargain!

King, Queen, Full & Twin, pre-owned from $30 new/used.

941-922-5271 www.sleepking.net

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professional, metered, on-call, gps, cards accepted www.amitaxi.com • amitaxi4u@gmail.com holmes beach, bradenton beach, anna maria

941-447-8372 airports • shops • dining

Landscape Design Lawn Care Cleanups Stone Paths Licensed and Insured

PLEASE, TAKE NOTE! $YDLODEOH $We 315 58TH ST. , HOLMES BEACH 941 778-7978 • WWW.ISLANDER.ORG

The Islander has moved!

The “best news on AMI” has purchased and relocated to a condo office. We’re now across from HB City Hall and behind the Ugly Grouper.

You’ll find us at 315 58th St., Holmes Beach. So stop by and check out our new, groovy digs.

We’re ready to serve you!

Same phone and email.

The island’s best news for 29 years!

941.778.7978 news@islander.org

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Avelo to touch down at SRQ, bumping up Northeast travel

By Lisa Neff islander editor

PropertyWatch

carol Bernard

Island real estate transactions

Sarasota Bradenton International Airport landed another airline.

The budget-friendly Avelo Airlines will begin service to SRQ Jan. 13, 2022, flying Boeing planes from Tweed-New Haven Airport in Connecticut to Sarasota three times a week.

Flights will depart New Haven at 2 p.m. Tuesdays and 3:55 p.m. Thursdays and Sundays.

Flights will depart SRQ for New Haven — home to Yale University and a two-hour drive to New York City — at 5:50 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and 7:45 p.m. Sundays.

Flights will start at $49, according to a news release.

Avelo previously announced plans for nonstop flights between New Haven and five other Florida destinations — Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers, Orlando, Palm Beach and Tampa.

Avelo and SRQ officials unveiled the new service Oct. 23, just days after SRQ official Mark Stuckey teased an announcement during a meeting of the Manatee County Tourist Development Council.

Stuckey, SRQ’s chief operating officer, also told the TDC that the airport continues to break records.

Passenger seats on flights at SRQ are up 160% in 2021 over 2020, he said.

And 16 months after traveler numbers dropped “literally almost down to zero” with the onset of the pandemic, SRQ saw 326,000 passengers in June.

The boom in traffic at SRQ comes as tourism in Manatee County is breaking records.

Anne Wittine of Research Data Services provided statistics to the TDC through August and said with one month still to be tabulated in fiscal 2021, tourism for the year was at an all-time high.

AMI TOURISM: Endless Season Visitation is up more than occupancy, Wittine said, because travelers are staying for slightly shorter periods.

“Rooms are turning over faster,” she said.

Visitors in August numbered 58,600, an increase of 12.3% from 2020.

Room nights in August, the most recent month available, were up 7% to 131,100.

And the total economic impact of travelers to Manatee County in August was estimated at $51,051,700, up 17.1% from 2020.

Floridians continued in August make up the largest share of the visitor market, followed by travelers from the Midwest, then the Northeast and Southeast.

For more information For more about SRQ, go to srq-airport.com.

For more about Avelo, go to aveloair.com.

Resources for storm info: Twitter • The National Hurricane center: @NWSNHc and @NHc_atlantic.

• The National Weather Service: @NWS, @ NWStampaBay. On the web • County emergency management: mymanatee.org.

• State emergency man-

agement: floridadisaster.org.

• FEMA: fema.gov.

• National Hurricane center: nhc.noaa.gov.

In print • The Islander, Bradenton Herald and Sarasota Herald-tribune.

MORGAN LEWIS REALTY

600 Manatee Ave., #219, Holmes Beach, a 1,179 sf, 2bed/2bath condo in Westbay Cove built in 1977 sold 09/30/21 by Annis to Keefe for $400,000; list $410,000.

600 Manatee Ave., #118, Holmes Beach, a 1,179 sf, 2bed/2bath condo in Westbay Cove built in 1977 sold 10/01/21 by Kealy to Kennedy for $429,000; list $429,000.

501 Gulf Drive, #301, Holmes Beach, a 1,000 sf, 2bed/2bath condo in Bridgeport built in 1982 sold 09/23/21 by Henderson to Rickard for $490,000; list $530,000.

3404 Gulf Drive, #7, Holmes Beach, a 1,359 sf, 2bed/2bath condo in Gulf Beach Place built in 1987 sold 10/01/21 by Hurley to Bartram for $665,000; list $665,000.

414 79th St., Holmes Beach, a 1,482 sf, 2bed/2bath home on a 7,501 sq ft lot built in 1968 sold 09/23/21 by Reyerson/Tsai to Adell for $907,500; list $900,000.

2412 Ave. C, Bradenton Beach, a 1,242 sf, 3bed/3bath home on a 5,001 sq ft lot built in 1973 sold 09/22/21 by Burcher to 2412AveC LLC for $1,000,000; list $1,000,000.

218 Gladiolus St., Anna Maria, a 1,548 sf, 3bed/3bath home on a 7,500 sq ft lot built in 1967 sold 09/24/21 by Jenne Trust to Britton for $1,350,000; list $1,499,000.

6201 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach, a 1,822 sf, 5bed/3bath pool home on a 7,980 sq ft lot built in 1968 sold 09/24/21 by 6201 Holmes LLC to Cowden for $1,395,000; list $1,405,000.

625 Dundee Lane, Holmes Beach, a 1,856 sf, 3bed/2bath pool home on a 10,280 sq ft lot built in 1968 sold 09/28/21 by Broadreach Inv to Nurnberger for $1,800,000; list $1,889,000. Compiled by Island Real Estate staff. Island Real Estate sales professionals can be reached at 941-778-6066, islandreal. com

Collecting nonprofit wishes

The Islander is collecting wishes from organizations for its annual Wish Book.

Each fall, the newspaper collects a list of needs from nonprofits for publication at Thanksgiving.

Send wish lists to Lisa Neff at lisa@islander.org.

For more, call The Islander at 941-7787978.

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BY JEFF CHEN / EDITED BY WILL SHORTZ Jeff Chen is a writer and professional crossword constructor in Seattle. He has written a daily online review of the New York Times puzzle at XWord Info since 2013 — and helped many other constructors get published for the first time. His wife, Jill Denny, is an avid puzzle person, too. To date they have co-constructed five crosswords for the paper. — W.S.

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