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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2018

Health Matters OCTOBER 2018

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Fit for family

Mommy and me classes provide opportunities to exercise, bond and make friends. PAGE 2

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Town Commission soon will consider new rules to redo old properties. PAGE 3

Katie Johns

Jean and Jim

Change your terrain to train better.

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SMART TREATS

Replace the sweets on Halloween.

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KEEP IT SIMPLE

Want to stay fit? Do what you enjoy.

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YOUR TOWN Breaking ground

INTO THE WIND Sailors from around the globe arrive for world championships.

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Harold Ronson took a special trip Oct. 5 to his alma mater, Philadelphia College of Textiles and Science, now called Thomas Jefferson University. While he’s visited many times since graduation, this trip was in honor of the groundbreaking of the new Kay and Harold Ronson Health and Applied Science Center. The four-story building will be located on the campus and will feature state-of-the-art health and science facilities and is designed to promote collaborative learning.

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At the beginning of the opening ceremony of the Formula 18 Worlds 2018 Championship Regatta, sailors from around the world paraded their flags Sunday around the Sarasota Sailing Squadron. Racing ends Friday, Oct. 19.

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Longboat Key Fire Rescue took home some new hardware from Morton’s Firehouse Chili Cook-off, and it has nothing to do with saving lives or extinguishing blazes. The firefighters were awarded the “grand champions” trophy from the cook-off Oct. 14 for their “Red Tide Chili.”

Longboat Key Fire Rescue has climbed the ladder of the cook-off in the past three years, finishing third in 2016 and second in 2017.

This was their year though. It took them eight hours of cooking plus additional time to let the 23 gallons of chili sit overnight.

The recipe, as you might have guessed, is a closely guarded secret. Lt. Bryan Carr wrote in an email that the team knew it had something good when Town Manager Tom Harmer stopped by and told everyone it was delicious.

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CRACK THE CODE Sweeping changes proposed for the town’s nonconforming properties.

THREE EXAMPLES OF NONCONFORMING PROPERTIES Not all nonconforming properties are tall, gulf-front condominiums. Here are three properties built to rules that pre-date the island’s 1984 down-zoning.

SUZANNE ELLIOTT STAFF WRITER

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t has taken years, but Longboat Key commissioners soon will get the chance to discuss — and vote on — a package of new codes meant to provide a pathway for owners of buildings out of step with the town’s zoning laws. The goal is to allow them to redevelop into something more in keeping with the modern real estate market or rebuild from a catastrophe.

The whole idea behind the package, moved forward this summer from the Planning and Zoning Commission, is to hold the line on modern-day density rules, enacted years ago to put a cap on the population on an island that was approaching build-out.

The matter is expected to be first heard Nov. 5 by the commission.

“The discussion has always been that we have to let them rebuild,” Planning & Zoning Board Chairwoman B.J. Bishop said, adding the owners of socalled “nonconforming” properties were always allowed to maintain the status quo if they chose to. But, when it comes to redevelopment or rebuilding, “we want to encourage them to build in a less-intensive manner,” she said.

The town’s 100 or so nonconforming properties were built largely in the 1970s and early 1980s, often with 7-foot ceilings and common laundry rooms on each floor, before the town reduced density from one end of the island to the other.

Buildings such as Seaplace, with its 461 units, are examples of properties built before lower density rules were established.

Commissioners, planners and planning board members have spent years trying to write new codes to govern redevelopment projects, but events have gotten in the way.

The biggest interruption was the Unicorp National Developments Inc. plan to redevelop the Colony Beach & Tennis Resort into a five-star St. Regis hotel and condo project. Officials decided against setting new rules and codes before dealing with the Colony redevelopment, which sidetracked them for at least a year.

Bishop said the idea behind town restrictions on height and density is to keep Longboat Longboat.

“There was a real push,” said Bishop, who noted at one time the town was zoned to accommodate 70,000 people. “We don’t want to look like Miami and we don’t want to look like Naples.”

WHAT’S NEW?

The terms voluntary and involuntary were taken out of the ordinances by design, Bishop said.

“One of my complaints is involuntary rebuild and voluntary rebuild” she said. “I just don’t think it matters. Good planning and good building is what matters. You have a right to do what you want with your property,

“Rather than a giant high-rise, we would like to see two or three lower buildings that have less intensity.”

— Planning & Zoning Board Chairwoman B.J. Bishop

SPANISH MAIN Completed in 1972, it’s a collection of 212 villas on 28 acres overlooking Sarasota Bay.

SEA HORSE BEACH RESORT Completed in 1960, the 36-unit beachfront resort is built on 1.69 acres on Gulf of Mexico Drive.

WHERE WE’VE BEEN, WHERE WE’RE GOING How we got here: In 1984, town leaders concerned about where population trends were heading voted to down-zone the entire island to no more than six units per acre, instantly rendering dozens of properties “nonconforming,” which is to say out of compliance with new codes. Some are just a few units over the limit. Others are close to 100 units over the limit.

Why it matters: Longboat leaders wanted to head off a potential spike in population, under pre-1984 codes, that would have allowed population to swell to upwards of 70,000 people.

Keeping Longboat Longboat has been a rallying cry in seeking to head off the look and feel of Miami Beach.

The big news: In the town’s latest proposal for new codes, there is no difference between redevelopment plans that are the result of catastrophe or an optional desire to update a property. While the town’s post-1984 codes must be followed, there is some wiggle room when practicality and market needs can be demonstrated, on an individual basis.

PROMENADE Finished in 1985, it stands 11 stories on 6.5 gulf-front acres on Gulf of Mexico Drive and has 112 units.

“Eventually the whole island will be rebuilt.”

— Commissioner Jim Brown

even if a storm knocks it over.”

The new codes recommended by her board and referred to the commission set new standards for redevelopment.

Among them: n Land use cannot change. A property zoned for a condominium must stay a condominium and can’t be remade into, say, a commercial property. n Cubic footage inside the building must not exceed the existing volume, though the interior configuration could change. n The footprint of the property must stay the same. In other words, green space and breezeway space must remain. n Building height will be held to the town’s standard of 65 feet, about six floors. Numerous buildings today exceed that height. n Buildings on the gulf will never be less than 50 feet from the high-water or erosion-control line, unless the previous encroachment was less than 50 feet. n Creation of a townwide registry of all nonconforming properties, both for the benefit of the town leaders and the property owners. n Shelters for parking spaces that were previously not covered will not be permitted unless they meet site setback and land requirements.

“Rather than a giant high-rise, we would like to see two or three lower buildings that have less intensity,” Bishop said.

Still, a complete rebuild to modern standards (higher unit ceilings, in-unit laundry facilities) might not always be possible with the same number of units as originally built.

But it can be done if open space is used wisely, said Commissioner Jim Brown, who is an architect.

“You have to reconfigure the building,” he said.

Planned unit developments, which offered developers some flexibility to skirt some of the town’s codes — with commission approval — have been eliminated from the discussion, Bishop said.

“It is just a zoning technique that gives you more flexibility,” she said. “The commission did not like it.”

WHAT IT MIGHT MEAN

Owners at Spanish Main aren’t waiting for a disaster to begin investigating what a remodeled property might look like.

The not-so-typical nonconforming Longboat condominium community of 212 villa-style units was built in the 1960s. Concerned about potential hurricane damage, community members have discussed possibly rebuilding the community with 14, two-story

buildings with parking underneath.

Tom Freiwald, a Spanish Main resident and chair of the Longboat Key Revitalization Task Force, said even though there are no definitive rebuilding plans, the community is taking initial steps by trying to come up with some designs for a potential redevelopment. As of now, there are no plans to rebuild, he said. Spanish Main’s 28 acres supports a density of just more than seven units an acre, close to today’s standards.

“We embrace the efforts of the town to make this simpler,” Freiwald said. “We want to be prepared.”

If owners of a nonconforming, multifamily property are willing to comply with as much of the town’s zoning as possible, then the P&Z board is willing to work with them to get their project built, Bishop said, though each case would be examined and considered individually and on the basis of practicality and realities of the market.

Getting to that goal of a lowerintensity building can be a hard hurdle to clear.

So how would a typical condominium on Longboat be affected?

The Islands West, for example, is a 15-story development with 87 units built in 1972. Units vary from 1,100 square feet to 3,200 square feet. Under Longboat zoning laws, it is considered a nonconforming property and would be tough to rebuild with 10-foot ceilings and not exceed its current cubic footage, which means open space would have to be used and the building reconfigured to maximize the number of units.

SAVE THE DATE

After an initial hearing with the Town Commission in November, the proposed codes could be set for a final public hearing by the end of the year. The three commissioners running for re-election, Brown, Jack Daly and Mayor George Spoll, have all acknowledged the town’s zoning codes need to be updated and brought up to today’s standards.

“Eventually the whole island will be rebuilt,” Brown said.

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What happened this week in: 2010

Manatee, town OK a year of Greer patrols

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40TH ANNIVERSARY

Manatee County will give Longboat $60,000, which will fund part-time officer.

The Longboat Observer is celebrating its 40th anniversary all year with a look back through the decades.

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NEWS OF THE DAY State transportation officials eight years ago said a traffic light wasn’t needed at an intersection currently under consideration for a traffic circle.

Commissioners in 2010 expressed dismay when Florida Department of Transportation officials responded to their request with a pair of no’s: no to a traffic light at Gulf of Mexico Drive and Broadway, and no to a request for a slower speed limit in that part of the island.

The concern was for

residents and visitors of the Village pulling out to southbound GMD. Visibility is limited and commissioners said the maneuver is often hard to pull off safely.

“It’s just disappointing that they can’t find a way to protect that intersection,’’ said Commissioner Robert Siekmann.

Recently, and for the same reason as the 2010 light and speed limit request, town officials have begun considering what a traffic circle might look like on that stretch of GMD.

SUZANNE ELLIOTT STAFF WRITER

Manatee County has agreed to pay Longboat Key $60,000 a year to provide law enforcement services on county-owned Greer Island, enough for the town to hire and equip a second part-time police officer.

“This will benefit the department and Greer Island,” said Police Chief Pete Cumming, who hired a part-time officer earlier this month to beef up department ranks as Longboat’s population prepares for the seasonal influx of winter residents and visitors. Longboat’s police force now has one part-time officer, 18 full-time officers and one volunteer who serves mostly as a boat patrolman.

“This will cover the salary,” of the still-to-be hired police officer, Cumming said.

The new agreement with Manatee County represents an extension of a contract that the two sides signed earlier this year after complaints of excessive partying on Greer Island.

In April, Manatee agreed to pay the town $5,000 a month for six months to have Longboat Key

FROM THE FILES OF COPS CORNER A driver apologized to a police officer for driving too slowly on Gulf of Mexico Drive.

She told the officer she hadn’t been to Longboat Key for some time, and was sightseeing behind the wheel.

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Police Chief Pete Cumming

police provide law enforcement services to Greer Island, also known as Beer Can Island. The agreement expired Oct. 15.

The Manatee County funds will continue to be used by Longboat officials to offset overtime pay its police have been accruing and will ensure visitors to the secluded beach, controlled by Manatee County, will abide by the law during high traffic periods such as spring break and the summer holidays.

Longboat police, in turn, will provide Manatee officials with a monthly report detailing arrests, citations and tickets and hours spent patrolling the island, connected to Longboat by a narrow mangrove thicket.

As part of the agreement, the town will also provide threetimes a week garbage collection, fire and EMS services to Greer Island.

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Longboat examines hurricane’s effect on beaches Michael moved some new sand around north end project days before town heard from its sea-level rise consultant.

“A large number of homes were built before 1974. The Village is at ground zero for sea-level rise.”

SUZANNE ELLIOTT STAFF WRITER

— Aptim’s lead coastal engineer, Doug Mann

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To combat potential flooding issues on the island, Aptim Environmental & Infrastructure Inc. suggested the town make stormwater improvements on Gulf of Mexico Drive.

with minor storm surge. Those waves, in turn, were able to move the sand away from the groins faster than anticipated.

“We saw some evidence of scarping, too,” he said of the cliff-like formations left behind by breaking waves. “It’s a foot or less of dune scarping. Nothing worrisome.”

Days after the storm’s passage, in a sea-level rise presentation

at the Oct. 15 commission meeting, Will Reilly, a senior engineer with Aptim Environmental & Infrastructure Inc., said the sea level in Longboat may rise 2 to 6 inches by 2030 and has been rising since 2010. Currently, Longboat Key’s sea level rises at a rate of 0.11 inches annually.

Reilly said the town is prone to storm surges and needs to be concerned about its low-lying

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“Before 1980, there were some significant flood events in Longboat,” Reilly said. “And rain events are getting stronger.”

To combat potential flooding issues on the island, Aptim suggested the town make stormwater improvements on Gulf of Mexico Drive and continue with the installation and evaluation of its

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Aptim’s report also said there is “insufficient incentive to elevate or redevelop non-flood compliant structures.” Reilly said the town, which is in the process of revising its zoning ordinance, could hold classes on flood compliance and offer rebates on building permits.

“A large number of homes were built before 1974,” said Doug Mass, Aptim’s lead coastal engineer. “The Village is at ground zero for sea-level rise.”

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Hurricane Michael pushed newly placed sand on Longboat Key’s north end beach toward Greer Island and its mangrove lagoon, said town officials who are assessing the offshore storm’s effects on its beaches.

“We’re still hoping to get some aerial shots,” of the north end beach nourishment project, said Al Browder, the town’s coastal engineer. “The water level did not get high enough to go into someone’s house.”

The town spent $1.1 million in September to replace 30,000 tons of sand on a stretch of 600 feet of beach that sits between two groins. The goal of the beach nourishment project was to mitigate the effects of previous beach erosion on the north end of the island.

“There was some shifting around of sand, but no net addition,” Browder said. “We were fortunate the hurricane was offshore.”

Michael, which landed in the Panhandle as a Category 4 but stayed about 200 miles off Southwest Florida’s coast, sent swells across the Gulf of Mexico along

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WHEN AND WHERE Officials from the town of Longboat Key and Sarasota County will meet at 1:30 p.m. Oct. 24 at the County Commission Chambers, 1660 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota

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Bus service between the mainland and Longboat Key is an issue that concerns both the town and Sarasota County.

Town, county leaders to talk common ground Moving to one county will be a topic of talks when boards meet.

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When the Longboat Key Town Commissioners sit down Oct. 24 with Sarasota County commissioners, the challenge of the town

sitting in two counties will likely dominate much of the discussion.

“The purpose of the meeting is for elected officials from both jurisdictions to meet and discuss common points of interest,” said Town Manager Tom Harmer, who was the top administrator in Sarasota County before coming to the Key last year.

The idea of moving Longboat completely into Sarasota County or Manatee County has been brought up numerous times since

2017 when former Town Manager Dave Bullock raised the possibility. The majority of Longboat residents — about 65% — live in Sarasota County.

The town is expected to hold a nonbinding straw poll for residents sometime after the March election. If most Longboat voters like the idea, the town would pursue the matter. The state Legislature is ultimately responsible for moving a county’s borders.

The proposal grew from an

understanding that, generally speaking, Longboat residents pay lower tax rates on the Sarasota side of the border than the Manatee side. In an analysis done in summer 2017, Longboat’s Sarasota property owners would pay about $6,123 on a taxable property value of $500,000; Manatee residents would pay about $6,930 on the same property.

Beyond the taxes, the twocounty arrangement complicates elections, disaster assessments and other matters.

Besides the Longboat and Sarasota County commissions and their attorneys, the meeting will include municipal managers, the County Clerk and the Town Clerk, as well as any staff who will be assisting in any presentations, Harmer said.

Longboat officials also will update Sarasota commissioners on the planned Longboat Key Arts, Culture and Education Center, which will be constructed adjacent to Town Hall on property that includes the former Amore Restaurant site. The project, a joint venture with the Ringling College of Art and Design, will include a theater, classroom space and other uses.

Ringling is in the process of raising $18 million to construct

the project, which is scheduled to be under construction by the second quarter of 2022, with occupancy slated for 2023.

In the meantime, town officials plan to construct an open space to serve as a venue for gatherings, concerts and other public events on the site of the future arts center. Longboat Key earlier this year was the recipient of $400,000 from the county, which it will use to demolish the Amore building and prepare the site for its interim use.

Other items include: n The Florida Department of Transportation’s Barrier Island Traffic Study Recommendations: The study, slated for completion in spring 2019, looks at traffic — both motorized and nonmotorized — issues on the barrier islands and possible solutions. n Legacy Trail update: Sarasota County voters will decide in November whether to pay up to $65 million to extend the Legacy Trail into the north county area. n Sarasota County Area Transit: As part of budget cuts, the county proposed eliminating Longboat Key’s only fixed-route bus service. In July, Sarasota commissioners voted unanimously to solicit bids from companies that could perhaps resume the route, which is used by island workers.

It is possible the bus service could be operated by a private company by year end. n Red tide and beach nourishment: Both Sarasota County and Longboat have spent thousands of dollars cleaning beaches of dead sea life.

Harmer said town commissioners will have their annual meeting with Manatee County commissioners in late February.

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his week is the final installment of our analyses and recommendations on ballot questions.

This week we focus on the county and city amendments and referenda — five Sarasota County charter amendments; one Sarasota County bond referendum; one Manatee County School Board referendum; and one city of Sarasota charter amendment.

SARASOTA COUNTY BOND REFERENDUM

To acquire and improve the Legacy Trail Extension railroad corridor from North Port through Venice to downtown Sarasota … shall Sarasota County issue General Obligation bonds, not exceeding the maximum lawful interest rates, maturing within 20 years from each issuance, not exceeding $65 million payable from ad valorem taxes restricted to these purposes?

You would be hard pressed to find a Sarasota County resident who doesn’t think it would be fantastic to have a bike and walking trail extending from North Port to the old Venice Train Depot to Payne Park in downtown Sarasota.

Yes, it would be fantastic.

But not at a cost to taxpayers of $124 million.

This $65 million bond issue would be stacked on top of $44 million of taxpayer dollars already “invested”/spent to create the existing 12.5-mile Legacy Trail. Add the two: $109 million.

Now add in the $4 million annual debt service over 20 years. That’s $80 million — $15 million in interest.

The $80 million would pay for the addition of 7.5 more miles of CSX rail tracks. And that money would come from an increase in county property taxes — estimated at a 0.07 millage increase, or $14 per year on a home valued at $200,000, $35 a year on a home valued at $500,000.

Proponents say the additional tax per year is a pittance in the scheme of things.

But given all of the choices and needs for taxpayer dollars, we find it difficult to justify $124 million for a 20-mile, free-touse bike trail. Mind you, that dollar amount does not include annual maintenance costs.

The Legacy Trail is a nice-tohave luxury. But we have always advocated users should carry much of the burden for the cost.

This measure simply places the burden on property owners.

We recommend: Vote no.

CHARTER AMENDMENTS 1) Shall Sarasota County Char-

ter Section 7.1 be amended to place citizen-initiated charter amendments on the next general election ballot upon receiving signatures from 10% of registered voters, provided that signatures are gathered within a set general election cycle timeframe, instead of having an unlimited time to obtain signatures of 5% of registered voters for placement of citizen-initiated amendments on a special election ballot that is held 60 days after certification of the signatures?

This proposed amendment has several practical improvements

OBSERVER RECOMMENDS Here are our recommendations on the state constitutional amendments: n Amendment 1 — No n Amendment 2 — Yes n Amendment 3 — No n Amendment 4 — Yes n Amendment 5 — Yes n Amendment 6 — No n Amendment 7 — No n Amendment 9 — No n Amendment 10 — No n Amendment 11 — Yes n Amendment 12 — No n Amendment 13 — No

To read commentaries on these amendments, go to: YourObserver.com/article/ the-amendments-0; YourObserver.com/article/amendments-7-thru-13

over what currently exists.

The existing charter specifies a special election within 60 days after the signatures on a citizeninitiated amendment is filed with the Supervisor of Elections.

But the elections supervisor says that 60-day period is not enough time to secure polling places, train poll workers and meet the deadlines to mail ballots to out-of-county voters.

What’s more, a special election costs $400,000.

The proposed amendment would save money by putting amendments on general election ballots.

Raising the threshold of signatures to 10% of registered voters would demonstrate ample support for a charter change; that it is not just a small group advocating a fringe cause. The 10% threshold also is more in line with the norm around Florida.

The state requires 8% of voters for citizen amendments.

The time frame requirement specifies for petitioners and voters exactly when the initiative will appear on a ballot; whereas the current charter leaves that question open-ended.

Here’s another benefit: Having amendments on the general election ballot likely will increase the number of people voting. In special elections, low voter turnout typically means a small minority is making decisions for the majority, never a good practice in a democracy.

We recommend: Vote yes 2) Shall Section 7.1 of the Sarasota County Charter be amended to allow charter amendments proposed by the Charter Review Board to be voted upon only on the next general election, rather than on the next countywide election?

This is similar to the previous proposed charter amendment.

It would require the Charter Review Board to conform to the same rules as the citizenry for charter amendments — except for obtaining voter signatures.

We recommend: Vote yes 3) [Sarasota] County vacated an approximately 373-foot-long portion of Beach Road on Siesta Key in 2016, which had been closed for some time. The vacated por-

tion of Beach Road is accessible by all means, including pedestrian, but not including motorized vehicles. Shall the charter be amended to require the county to reacquire this portion of Beach Road and reopen it for vehicular traffic, as well as never vacate it in the future?

This is the diehard campaign of longtime Siesta Key resident Mike Cosentino, who opposes the Sarasota County Commission’s action in 2016 to vacate a tiny portion of Beach Road.

Cosentino wants this stretch of Beach Road reopened to vehicles, even though it has been closed since the early 1990s.

This is a futile proposal. The road, if reopened, would be a perpetual maintenance nuisance. Even the Siesta Key Association, the staunchest defender of the beach and beach access, is not on Cosentino’s side.

We recommend: Vote no 4) Presently, the Board of County Commissioners has the authority to sell any county-owned property and vacate roads and rights of way. Shall the charter be amended to prohibit the county from selling or giving away county-owned parks and preserves and to prevent the county from vacating any road segments or rights of way abutting any beach, river, creek, canal, lake, bay, gulf access or waterfront vista?

This amendment is Part II to Cosentino’s fight (see item 3).

Observer columnist Adrian Moore summarized this proposal best last month on this page: “When expanding or improving parks or boat ramps or beach access, sometimes the county makes deals with landowners to trade rights of way or vacate or preserve access in various ways, trying to shape things to allow the best design of access, parking and recreation.

“If we tie the County Commission’s hands forever by locking in all current rights of way along water, we are assuming nothing will ever change, which is demonstrably the opposite of what is true.

“One man’s passion, however heartfelt, should not … prevent the county from making future decisions to improve the use of rights of way.”

We recommend: Vote no 5) Shall each member of the Board of the County Commissioners of Sarasota County be elected by only those voters residing in the same district in which the commissioner resides, rather than having each member of the Board of County Commissioners elected by voters countywide as presently exists in Article II, Section 2.1A of the Sarasota County Charter?

To understand how this is a bad idea all you need to do is look at the U.S. House of Representatives — representing the special interests of their districts, not the best interests of the nation.

Candidates constantly decry incumbents for being beholden to special interests and voting to subsidize and protect special interests in their districts.

This is exactly what this charter amendment would bring to

the County Commission.

This amendment is not some altruistic effort to improve Sarasota County government. This is an attempt by the Democratic Party to make it easier to break Republicans’ hold on the County Commission.

Don’t buy the arguments that single-member districts will give everyone more of a voice or how they will increase diversity on the commission.

When you analyze the difference between all voters electing commissioners versus smaller numbers electing only one commissioner, single-member districts inevitably lead to bad government. They fuel earmark-style spending (bridges to nowhere) and behind-thescenes, political dealmaking.

Here’s a good microcosm: the Longboat Key Town Commission. Longboat has seven commissioners — five from districts, two at-large commissioners. All Longboat Key voters vote for all commissioners.

This system has proven beneficial over and over again. When commissioners vote on decisions, they vote for what’s best for all residents and Longboat Key. They have the big picture in mind, not just the interests of the residents in their districts.

We would argue, as a result, Longboat Key is one of the best governed and best-managed municipalities in Florida.

The current system of voters voting on all commission candidates assures taxpayers that commissioners are motivated to make decisions that are good for the many, not just the few.

We recommend: Vote no

CITY OF SARASOTA CHARTER AMENDMENT

Changes City Commission elections from March and May in odd numbered years to August and November in even numbered years to coincide with federal, state and county elections. No candidate shall be elected in the August election. The August election shall occur only when required by the number of qualifying candidates. Otherwise, the November election shall be the only election. Changes Commission appointment of mayor and vice mayor to coincide with election dates.

Finally, city voters will have the opportunity to change the city’s voting schedule.

The primary impetus for this change is to bring an end to less than 20% of the city’s voters deciding the outcomes of City Commission elections.

The governance of the city of Sarasota desperately needs change. This amendment is a step in the right direction.

We recommend: Vote yes

MANATEE COUNTY SCHOOL REFERENDUM

Shall the election of Manatee School Board members be changed to single-member representation beginning in 2020, in accordance with and described in Resolution 2017-03?

See the single-member district discussion above.

We recommend: Vote no

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The developer of a hotel and condominium project at the site of the former Colony Beach & Tennis Resort said Tuesday progress on the project could be delayed a year because of a decision made earlier in the day by Longboat Key’s Planning & Zoning Board.

The board, at its regular meeting, unanimously rejected a request from Chuck Whittall’s Unicorp National Developments Inc. to change a zoning law that would have allowed a temporary sales office on the property before construction began.

Town staff recommended denial of the request.

Whittall said he would seek approval of his request from the Town Commission, possibly as early as Nov. 5.

“I was surprised, and I thought they would make a different decision,” Whittall said. “I hope the commission will make a different decision.”

The $600 million, 166-room, 78-condominium St. Regis Hotel and Residences project was approved by the town earlier this

year, though legal hurdles with the former resort’s unit owners have prevented Unicorp from taking undisputed ownership of the property.

Demolition of the buildings is ongoing, but building permits cannot be obtained until the legal process is complete and Unicorp owns the property outright.

To get the project funded, Whittall said he needs to sell half of the condominiums before construction can begin at the 17.6acre site, which the on-site sales office would facilitate, he said.

“It’s important to the lenders,” Whittall said.

The project is targeted for completion in 2021.

Town zoning laws allow temporary real estate sales offices to be established only during project construction. Off-site sales offices are permitted before construction begins.

B.J. Bishop, who chairs the Planning and Zoning Board, said the town cannot change zoning laws, which would apply to the entire town, to meet the needs of one person.

“It’s our responsibility to determine how it will impact all of Longboat Key, not just Chuck Whittall,” she said.

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Affordable housing champion Harvey Vengroff dies Entrepreneur remembered as fighter for less fortunate.

That judge got a small taste of Harvey Vengroff, described by those who knew him well as a near-perfect case of a life well lived. Vengroff was, in parts, a unique and colorful businessman and bold entrepreneur; a fiercely loyal husband, father, friend and employer; a mentor to many in all walks of life; and, significantly, say his close network of family and friends, a champion for people down and out, with an even bigger distaste for government bureaucrats who he believed stood in the way of him helping people. On the last point, the help came both financially and in Vengroff’s network of affordable apartment units in the SarasotaBradenton region.

Vengroff died Oct. 11, after a brief illness. He was 77 years old.

“He was always doing something to help someone,” said his wife, Carol Vengroff. They were together 37 years, and married for 32 years.

“He would get 30 or 40 calls a day, and always pick up and say, ‘Hi, this Harvey, how can I help

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When Mark Vengroff was 15, in the mid-1990s, he bought his dad, Harvey Vengroff, a pair of wacky and wildly colorful Jams shorts for his birthday.

The elder Vengroff wore the shorts — with a Big Dog T-shirt — to a scheduled court hearing in Sarasota the next day, regarding one of Harvey Vengroff’s many real estate properties.

“The judge asked my dad, ‘Do you think you are respecting the court with that outfit?,” said Mark Vengroff. “He told the judge, ‘My son bought me these shorts for my birthday yesterday. I would be disrespecting him if I didn’t wear them.’”

The judge, Mark Vengroff said, mumbled an OK and went on with the hearing.

you?’ He was an amazing man.”

Both Mark Vengroff and his sister, Kristy Vengroff, said their dad was the epitome of the pay it forward philosophy — well before the 2000 Kevin Spacey movie that made the phrase popular. Harvey Vengroff would give interestfree loans, cash gifts and others to many people he came across, all with one request. When the recipient gets back on his or her feet, he or she should be sure to give back to someone else.

“He was one of the only guys I ever met that was always looking out for the underdog,” said Harvey Vengroff’s longtime business partner Bob Williams. “He was always willing to give people a second chance, or a third chance.”

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“My dad wouldn’t like it if we make him out to be gentle, if we make him out to be soft,” said Vengroff, one of Harvey Vengroff’s five children. “He also liked to fight. He loved to fight for people he believed in.”

Not only fight, said Kristy Vengroff, but win — with grace.

“He always told us that no matter what you are doing, you have to win, you have to hit first and win,” she said. “But don’t embarrass anyone. You don’t have to keep punching if you’ve already won. He was tough and kind.”

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The company, eventually Vengroff, Williams & Associates, grew to nearly $2 billion in annual revenue and some 600 employees. His business partner, Williams, came into the business in 1980, after a stint in corporate America, with companies including Estee Lauder and Procter & Gamble.

Williams met Vengroff for the first time in 1980, on a cold winter day, when his new boss picked him up at JFK airport in New York in a 1960 Rolls-Royce, wearing a raccoon fur coat. (The Rolls was one of Vengroff’s few showy purchases, along with sailboats.)

Williams said Vengroff was the polar opposite of every other executive he had ever encountered or worked under. That goes particularly for Vengroff’s willingness to challenge conventional wisdom and his mantra that if you don’t like something, find the solution and fix it yourself.

“He had no fear,” Williams said.

“He had a different way of looking at things.”

Vengroff sold a large chunk of Vengroff, Williams to Parisbased global conglomerate Capgemini in 2011.

That led to Act II: real estate, with a large portfolio of apartments and multiple commercial real estate properties in the Sarasota-Manatee region, including several industrial buildings.

“A long time ago someone told me the only way to make money and keep it is in real estate or oil wells,” Harvey Vengroff said in 2015. “I don’t know much about oil wells.”

The bigger focus in the last five years was affordable housing apartments, both for his employees and others amid life difficulties. That effort, through a entity now named One Stop Housing, has rehabbed and brought some 1,800 apartment units to mar-

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Harvey Vengroff died Oct. 11. He was 77 years old.

ket in the Sarasota-Bradenton region. It has also led to some of the more testy back-and-forths with Sarasota officials over zoning and other regulations.

Mark Vengroff will take over the real estate business, working with other family members. The

younger Vengroff moved to Sarasota from California six months ago to work with his dad, who, while not retiring, sought to do more sailing and less working.

“He was really an inspiration to me,” Mark Vengroff said. “I will miss him.”

“He was always doing something to help someone.” ­ — Carol Vengroff, wife

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Sunday Services 10:00 AM Rev. Dr. Norman M. Pritchard

A Center of Jewish Life and Learning in the Sarasota Area

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YOUR NEIGHBORS ALL IN THE FAMILY Longboat Key is home to multiple family businesses.

We spoke with three of them to learn their history and why they chose Longboat Key. HARRY’S CONTINENTAL KITCHENS

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here was a slight misunderstanding about how many salons Jim and Sandy LaRose owned in St. Louis.

Jim said eight. Sandy assured him it was six.

Their daughterin-law, Irina LaRose, joked that this happens all the time.

The lighthearted banter, the slight miscommunication between spouses, it’s normal for families.

And, it’s normal for family businesses.

Longboat Key isn’t a stranger to this concept. The Observer spoke with three generational families about how they got into a family business, how they ended up on Longboat and why they keep doing it.

Photos by Katie Johns

Sandy, Jim and Irina LaRose of Design 2000.

DESIGN 2000 Design 2000’s name has nothing to do with the arrival of the 21st century.

It opened in 1977 in St. Louis, where the LaRoses operated six salons.

“We didn’t know if we’d be in business this long, but we were all thinking futuristic,” Sandy LaRose said. “At that time, it seemed futuristic.”

The salon, located in Whitney Beach Plaza, specializes in hair and nails and is often responsible for doing the hair at many island fashion shows.

Twenty four years ago, they moved to Florida, and in 2000, Irina LaRose, who is married to Jim and Sandy’s son, Rick, joined the team. Irina LaRose serves as the business manager, while Jim and Sandy manage and do hair.

“I think that I am probably one of the most privileged people in the world,” Sandy LaRose said. “I have been able to spend my time with the people I love.”

While none of the LaRoses live on Longboat Key, they can’t imagine working anywhere else.

Jim and Sandy LaRose briefly considered working on Anna Ma-

ria Island, but after crossing the bridge, they knew Longboat was the place for them.

“It’s such a beautiful environment,’’ Irina LaRose said. “How many people are fortunate to sit in traffic and look at palm trees and blue water? It’s not like coming to work. It’s like being on vacation all the time.”

And while the views are spectacular, so are Design 2000’s customers, they say.

“You have a common sort of people that love being outside and love the island and the water and the sunshine and the arts, so you find lots of commonalities with all the people that live here,” Sandy LaRose said.

Jim LaRose said it’s common for the salon to get customers from the same communities. He said if one group comes from a certain condominium, chances are another group will come from the same condominium via word of mouth.

“When people come in here, they can feel it,” he said. “It’s family-oriented and people migrate to that. They like some place they can walk in and [the people] know your name, and they feel good about it.”

Harry and Lynn Christensen remember their son, Hal, as a toddler eating onion skins off the floor of their deli, Harry’s Continental Kitchens.

Forty years later, Hal Christensen is the general manager working alongside his parents.

In the beginning, Harry’s was just run by Lynn and Harry Christensen. It worked for them because they could make their own schedule. Harry could coach his sons’ baseball teams while Lynn worked at the restaurant, and Harry could work nights so Lynn could be home.

The idea for his own place came when Harry Christensen worked at Cafe L’Europe on St. Armands Circle. Harry came up with the idea for home-replacement meals. He thought that if he pre-packaged gourmet meals, his customers could enjoy the same taste in their homes.

In February 1979, Harry and Lynn Christensen leased a building at 4450 Gulf of Mexico Drive for their take-out dinners and sandwiches. In 1982, the company expanded to catering, and in

1985, the restaurant opened.

“Trying to make a living on a seasonal island, you had to work very hard four months out of the year, and then you had to struggle for eight months out of the year, and you hope you have enough money to stay open until next November,” Harry Christensen said.

The Christensens opened their business on Longboat Key because that’s where they lived.

Forty years later, their idea is still successful.

At this point, Harry’s has served multiple generations.

Harry’s catered one girl’s christening, high school and college graduations, wedding and then her children’s christenings.

“You become a part of their lives,” Harry Christensen said.

Hal Christensen started out as a busboy, but he’s worked up the ranks after getting a hospitality management degree from Florida State. He said the family has a good relationship.

He knows that his parents, and now he, too, work to keep things fresh and delicious while not straying from their roots.

“I’m glad we’re still here, still running, and people like us,” Lynn Christensen said.

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LONGBOAT KEY CLUB ISLANDSIDE ESTATE Islandside golf course views are enjoyed from t his home on Longboat Club Road behind the gates of the Longboat Key Club at the south end of Longboat Key. This 4 bedroom/4 bath residence offers over 4,000 SF of living space with volume ceilings, a first floor master bedroom, expansive pool deck, peaceful golf course views and a 3 car garage. This is a historically great income producing property and purchase is subject to rentals in place. Beach access nearby.

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Peaceful water views are enjoyed from this 3 bedroom/3 bath canal front home which has been recently updated. The kitchen boasts quartz counter tops, new cabinetry, a large center island and all new hardware.

The back porch is all new with the sitting area under a new full screen enclosure looking out over the brick paver pool deck down to the dock outfitted with lift. Private beach access is just across the road at the exclusive Bay Isles Beach Club.

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U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan with Republican Club of Longboat Key President Joe McElmeel and Supervisor of Elections Ron Turner

Ron Turner addresses Republican Club

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he Republican Club of Longboat Key is back in session.

The club hosted its first meeting of the season Oct. 9 in the Harbourside Ballroom.

Following a cocktail reception, Supervisor of Elections Ron Turner addressed the crowd about midterm elections and the 2018 election cycle.

U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan, who is running for re-election in the 16th Congressional District, and Sarasota County Commission candidate Christian Ziegler were also present and mingling with members.

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SEAPLACE G-6 #402 LONGBOAT KEY

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BEACHFRONT ESTATE NORTH LONGBOAT KEY

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SIESTA COVE WATERFRONT SIESTA KEY

4BR/5.5BA | 4,573 SQFT | Unique & Beautifully Updated! Located on deep sailboat water with dock & lift. just a few short steps from #1 Siesta Key Beach!

ALINARI #402 DOWNTOWN SARASOTA

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BENEVA OAKS MAINLAND SARASOTA

2BR/2BA | 1,329 SQFT | Contemporary Capri model with East & West ‘through” views and extra-large entertaining terrace. Includes private Beach Club membership.

GRAND BAY II #262 LONGBOAT KEY

3BR/3.5BA | 2,250 SQFT | Elegant 6th floor residence with panoramic Bay, City & Gulf views in a gated, pet friendly complex. Ownership includes deeded, gated private beach access. $850,000

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BEACHPLACE #502 LONGBOAT KEY

LA BELLASARA #302 DOWNTOWN SARASOTA

2BR/2BA | 1,392 SQFT | Excellent 5th floor location with sunsets, golf course, Gulf AND Bay views! Your beach retreat awaits! Being sold turnkey furnished.

3BR/3.5BA + DEN | 3,135 SQFT | 2 CAR GARAGE | Stunning waterfront views from this zen-inspired, luxurious condo featuring gourmet kitchen & built-in gas grill on terrace

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2BR/2BA 1,170 SQFT Stunning sunsets and unobstructed Gulf & beach views from this completely updated and thoroughly enhanced direct waterfront retreat.

Exquisite furnishings included. $750,000

GRAND BAY VI #613 LONGBOAT KEY

5BR/5.5BA | 6,206 SQFT | Perfect family home set on one acre estate in gated community, beautifully updated kitchen, oversized swimming pool with massive backyard; move-in ready. www.3709benevaoaks.com $1,249,500

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LONGBEACH CONDOS - SEA GRAPE #24 N. LONGBOAT KEY

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What causes it? What research is being done to combat it?

When will it go away?

These are the questions Mote Marine Laboratory Scientist Vincent Lovko addressed Oct. 11 during a luncheon hosted by Julie Klick, a Realtor at Michael Saunders & Co. Local real estate professionals, architects and builders were in attendance.

Kelly Gitt, a broker associate at Keller Williams, said she attended the event so she could learn and relay accurate information to clients.

“We wanted to do our part,” Gitt said.

Klick, who hosted the event at a home in Harbor Cove Circle where she is the listing agent, wanted to help Mote’s red tide programming and research.

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Event host and Michael Saunders & Co. Realtor Julie Klick and Mote Marine Laboratory scientist Vincent Lovko

Patrol, said she has had clients ask when the bloom will disperse, and she said Mote needs money to be able to do more research.

Attendees purchased raffle tickets for items such as handmade clutches, a behind the scene tour at Mote, golf at the Longboat Key Club and more.

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ST. ARMANDS CIRCLE LADIES NIGHT Grab your friends and enjoy 15% discounts at participating stores and restaurants from 5-9 p.m. Plus, enjoy raffle prizes and refreshments. Call 388-1554.

SATURDAY, OCT. 20 AND SUNDAY, OCT. 21

ST. ARMANDS BOAT SHOW From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday on St. Armands Circle, the newest models of Grady-White boats and Yamaha outboards will be on display. Employees from sponsor Cannons Marina will be on hand to answer questions. The event is free. Call 383-1311 for information.

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Lizzie Summerour plays in the touch tank during Mote’s 2017 Night of Fish, Fun and Fright.

DON’T MISS FRIDAY, OCT. 20

FISH, FUN AND FRIGHT Takes place from 4-7 p.m. at Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway. Kids of all ages are invited to dress up in their Halloween costumes and enjoy an afternoon of experiments and activities. Don’t miss the signature pumpkin-carving in the shark tank and entertainment from EveryOne Rocks and Mad Science.

Activities will be available throughout the aquarium this year, including the Goldstein Marine Mammal Center. Tickets are $12 in advance and $14 at the door for members and $16 at the door for nonmembers. For information, visit mote.org/ halloween.

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MINDSET SERIES This three-part series takes place from 1-2:30 p.m. beginning, Oct. 22 and continuing at the same time on Oct. 24 and Oct. 26, at The Paradise Center at Temple Beth Israel, 567 Bay Isles Road.

Learn to improve life skills. Cost is $30. RSVP to 383-6493.

TUESDAY, OCT. 23

MOTE PRESENTS OCEAN TO TABLE FILM EVENT AND PANEL Takes place from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in Mote Marine Laboratory’s Wave Center, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway. Call 388-4441.

THURSDAY, OCT. 25

HARRY’S CAYMUS WINE DINNER Takes place at 6:30 p.m. at Harry’s Continental Kitchens, 525 St. Judes Drive. Sommeliers Harry and Hal Christensen with Amanda Pomp of Caymus Winery will lead the five-course dinner.

Cost is $120 each. Call 383-0777.

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invited to wear their Halloween costumes and trick or treat around St. Armands Circle at participating stores and restaurants before watching the Sarasota High School Drama Department perform “Thriller.” The event is free. Call 388-1554.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 31

FRIGHT NIGHT ON ST. ARMANDS Takes place from 6-8:30 p.m. on St. Armands Circle. Kids are

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Sailors from 14 countries are participating in the Formula 18 Worlds.

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The opening ceremony began much like the Olympics ceremonies.

The sailors lined up with their country’s flag and paraded around the Sarasota Sailing Squadron.

After, the fleet was blessed and Sarasota Mayor Liz Alpert welcomed the sailors.

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GULF FRONT PENTHOUSE $5,895,000 6,000 SF 4BR/4.5BA on Lido Key Spectacular Views of the city, Bay & Gulf of Mexico 6 terraces, private 4 car garage.

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NEW MODEL HOME $1,495,000 Lease back opportunities with this new model home in The Preserve At Longbeach, a new 12 home community on the north end of Longboat Key.

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WATER CLUB CONDO $1,595,000 TOWER II 8th Floor 2BD/3BA + den. Fabulous gulf and bay views. Plus the Water Club amenities and beautiful Gulf of Mexico beach.

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L O N G B OAT K E Y 524 Spinnaker Lane Julia McClung 941-356-6499 A4215922 $1,899,000

L O N G B OAT K E Y 687 Jungle Queen Way Sherri Mills 941-350-7112 A4212705 $1,670,000

L O N G B OAT K E Y 511 Harbor Gate Way Ian Addy, PA 941-961-8850 A4414563 $1,425,000

L O N G B OAT K E Y 1465 Gulf Of Mexico Drive 504 Jenifer Schwell 941-780-0968 A4415739 $1,098,000

L O N G B OAT K E Y 601 Longboat Club Road 803S Cindy Schatzle 941-587-7556 A4415472 $980,000

L O N G B OAT K E Y 3040 Grand Bay Boulevard 252 Michael Moulton 941-928-3559 A4402747 $975,000

L O N G B OAT K E Y 747 Marbury Lane Ryan Skrzypkowski 941-387-6630 A4413544 $875,000

L O N G B OAT K E Y 2425 Gulf Of Mexico Drive 15B Mel & Jan Goldsmith 941-356-6673 A4415630 $849,900

L O N G B OAT K E Y 730 Penfield Street Saint Cacchiotti & Marie Monsky 941-809-0787 A4205383 $849,000

L O N G B OAT K E Y 2425 Gulf Of Mexico Drive 3E Mel & Jan Goldsmith 941-356-6673 A4410035 $799,000

L O N G B OAT K E Y 2301 Gulf Of Mexico Drive 94N Dede Curran 941-928-3255 A4415795 $699,000

L O N G B OAT K E Y 515 Forest Way Emmy Lou Gilbert 941-807-1764 A4403446 $674,900

L O N G B OAT K E Y 3416 Winding Oaks Drive Unit 50 Terri Derr 941-356-6694 A4211656 $630,000

L O N G B OAT K E Y 1910 Harbourside Drive 503 Julie Klick 941-780-6001 A4409634 $599,000

L O N G B OAT K E Y 1445 Gulf Of Mexico Drive 203 Bruce Meyer 941-266-8152 A4213451 $580,000

L O N G B OAT K E Y 5601 Gulf Of Mexico Drive 7 Joanna Benante & Ann Martin 941-356-7717 A4406118 $525,000

L O N G B OAT K E Y 3660 Gulf Of Mexico Drive 104 Maureen Horn 941-539-3384 A4413680 $499,999

L O N G B OAT K E Y 1945 Gulf Of Mexico Drive M2-105 Jonathan Fox 941-544-6649 A4414709 $485,000

L O N G B OAT K E Y 230 Sands Point Road 3503 Terry Goodman 941-374-6442 A4409148 $479,000

L O N G B OAT K E Y 230 Sands Point Road 3401 Thomas Cinquegrano 941-284-5049 A4185196 $473,900

L O N G B OAT K E Y 4725 Gulf Of Mexico Drive 113 Ian Addy, PA 941-961-8850 A4215421 $460,000

L O N G B OAT K E Y 823 Evergreen Way 823 Bobbi Banan 941-356-2659 A4410384 $450,000

L O N G B OAT K E Y 524 Spanish Drive 125 Sandi Layfield 941-914-2807 A4201737 $389,000

L O N G B OAT K E Y 4960 Gulf Of Mexico Drive A305 Bobbi Banan 941-356-2659 A4401652 $374,900

L O N G B OAT K E Y 4960 Gulf Of Mexico Drive A206 Brian Gillen 941-920-3491 A4215444 $365,000

L O N G B OAT K E Y 555 Sutton Place T21 Malihe Karimi 941-376-5099 A4415767 $357,000

L O N G B OAT K E Y 3804 Gulf Of Mexico Drive B106 Tammy Mast 941-256-6543 A4409405 $349,999

L O N G B OAT K E Y 2251 Gulf Of Mexico 504 Jenifer Schwell 941-780-0968 A4197085 $6,100,000

L O N G B OAT K E Y 4965 Gulf Of Mexico Drive 202 Debra Lee Rugh 941-320-0677 A4409810 $3,975,000

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L O N G B OAT K E Y 845 Longboat Club Road Michael Moulton 941-928-3559 A4179926 $26,500,000

L O N G B OAT K E Y 690 Hibiscus Way Bobbi Banan 941-356-2659 A4403978 $2,995,000

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wo homes in Country Club Shores top all transactions in this week’s real estate. John and Diane Wright, of Varina, N.C., sold their home at 520 Putter Lane to S. Jay Plager, of St. Michaels, Md., for $875,000.

Built in 1967, it has three bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, a pool and 2,529 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $920,000 in 2014.

Lindsey Zweir, of Iowa City, Iowa, sold the home at 591 Ranger Lane to Mark and Brandy Kara, of Seffner, for $840,000. Built in 1969, it has three bedrooms, two baths, a pool and 1,866 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $590,000 in 2010.

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Henry McCord Fraser and Cheryl Fraser, of Tampa, sold their home at 7157 Longboat Drive N. to Severin and Christine Samuelsen, of Longboat Key, for $675,000. Built in 1966, it has four bedrooms, three baths and 2,137 square feet of living area.

It previously sold for $426,000 in 2013.

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Marlene and Richard Yohe, of Santa Barbara, Calif., sold their Unit A-305 condominium at 3235 Gulf of Mexico Drive to Taras LLC for $520,000. Built in 1975, it has two bedrooms, two baths and 1,260 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $65,500 in 1977.

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Built in 1967, 520 Putter Lane has three bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, a pool and 2,529 square feet of living area.

TOP BUILDING PERMITS These are the largest building permits issued by the Longboat Key Planning and Zoning Department for the week of Oct. 6-12, in order of dollar amounts.

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ADDRESS 581 Putter Lane

PERMIT Motorized and

APPLICANT Margaret Robinson,

AMOUNT $9,815

manual shutters

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3040 Grand Bay Blvd.

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Rozance Trust

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750 El Centro

Alteration

Douglas Herrington

$2,800

513 Cutter Lane

Garage door

Martin Godbey

$2,707

replacement Source: Town of Longboat Key

LO C A L LY K N OW N . G LO B A L LY C O N N E C T E D.

Beth Afflebach & Joan Dickinson 1111 Ritz-Carlton Drive • Sarasota • 941.737.1756 & 941.914.0496

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Jim and Jimmy Seaton of Longboat Limousine

LONGBOAT LIMOUSINE There’s a common misconception about Longboat Limousine.

Most people assume Jim Seaton started it and passed it on to his son.

Really, though, Jimmy Seaton started it 24 years ago and asked his dad for help as the business began to grow.

“Jimmy said, ‘You probably think I’m crazy,” Jim Seaton said. “I said ,‘There’s no better time than now.’”

Jimmy Seaton told his younger self that when he graduated college, he would go to Longboat Key. He didn’t know what he would do, but he knew he wanted to be there.

He got his business idea after driving his grandparents around Longboat Key. Whether it was taking them to run errands or pick up mail, or even taking his grandmother to art shows and parties, he realized there was a need for his service.

After his grandparents died, he used their white Cadillac and started Longboat Limousine. Today, they have 15 cars, 10 of which they acquired in the

past year and a half, and work every day except Christmas.

Most of their cars are Cadillac and Mercedes sedans and SUVs. They used to have four stretch limos, but now they have one. Mostly because clients didn’t use it as much, so Jimmy Seaton thought like a restaurateur.

“If people don’t want this sandwich, we quit making that sandwich,” Jimmy Seaton said. “If people don’t want to ride in that car, we don’t buy another one.”

Along with the rest of the staff, the Seatons drive clients all over the state, and sometimes even out of state.

They’ve driven a couple to New Jersey before who just wanted to see the leaves one more time.

Whether it’s taking clients to airports or grocery stores, Longboat Limousine will provide its services.

“It’s amazing,” Jimmy Seaton said. “We do a lot of the same stuff that I did for my grandparents.”

And as for working with each other, it’s not a problem. Jim Seaton said he thinks he’s only made a few mistakes that his son had to correct him on. The entire staffs gets along.

“We like each other, so I think that’s important,” Jimmy Seaton said.

Visit Beth and Joan for “five-star service” in finding your Ritz-Carlton lifestyle at The Ritz-Carlton Residences atop the Hotel, The Tower Residences or The Beach Residences on Lido Key. Luxury Knows No Limits SarasotaHotelCondos.com

S A R A S O TA The Ritz-Carlton Tower Residences, Penthouse-1802 A4404035 $6,100,000

LIDO KEY The Ritz-Carlton Beach Residences, 805 A4406482 $3,600,000

S A R A S O TA The Ritz-Carlton Tower Residences, 505 A4407102 $1,835,000

S A R A S O TA The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Residences, 1408 A4400194 $1,600,000

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Exclusive waterfront living at its best from this stunning, newer Harbor Acres home! Perfectly positioned just two homes in from the open bayfront, offering stunning views of Sarasota Bay and John Ringling Bridge, this newer 4BR home is ready for you. Built to the highest standards in 2009, features include impact doors, windows and sliders, elevator, 14’ ceilings, Travertine flooring, coffered ceiling treatments, waterside swimming pool and deep-water dockage.

Spectacular sunsets abound from nearly every room of this stunningly updated 2,000 SF furnished residence. Situated directly on the white sandy beach of the Gulf, where you can walk out to enjoy pristine shores and white-capped waves. The floor-to-ceiling walls of glass showcase breathtaking vistas. Walk in and immediately fall in love with the open layout that effortlessly flows from the newly-updated chef’s kitchen to the immaculate great room, and relish the privacy of a split bedroom plan.

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Striking sunrise and sunset views at every turn! This 6th-floor residence at L’Ambiance is waiting for you to enjoy. With its nearly 3,000 SF of interior, the 3BR Sabal floor plan offers beach-to-bay living. East and west-facing terraces offer stunning vistas that stretch on forever. www.415LAmbianceC604.com $2,395,000

Water views in the front and back of this 4BR plus family and bonus rooms Oyster Bay home create an idyllic backdrop for tranquil family living. This private residence is surrounded by lush foliage, offering a charming courtyard entry, pavered walkways and outdoor entertaining. www.1235NorthLakeShoreDrive.com $2,395,000

Sunrise to sunset views year-round! Mesmerizing 8thfloor vistas of downtown and Sarasota Bay welcome you to this lovely 3BR Biscayne residence in Building II at Grand Bay. You will love the easy access to the terrace that wraps from one end of the residence to the other. www.GrandBay285.com $899,000

Stylishly staged and ideally ready for you to move right into! Situated in a private corner location, this light and open 3BR walk-down offers almost 2,000 SF of interior with lovely updates, a wraparound terrace and two parking spaces. www.Beachplace10105.com $699,000

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1095 Gulf of Mexico Drive #602 BRAND NEW windows and sliders throughout! This top-floor residence offers far-reaching, direct views of the Gulf and manicured community grounds. Enjoy an extended terrace, with walls of glass sliders in the living room and master suite. www.Beachplace6602.com $679,000

BIRD KEY 675 Mourning Dove Drive Exquisite finishes and unmatched views flourish at this likenew, direct-bay Bird Key home. This 6BR residence was built

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COUNTRY CLUB SHORES 592 Ranger Lane Wonderful waterfront value! This charming 3BR pool home in Country Club Shores is primed and ready to enjoy, rent or renovate. Just a stone’s throw away from Sarasota’s open bay, offering deep-water dock and beach access only a sunny bike ride away. www.592RangerLane.com $899,000

1055 Bogey Lane - Country Club Shores This lovely 3BR plus bonus room home abounds in elaborate Florida-sourced gardens, stone pavered walkways and vinecovered pergolas. Offering dockage, with deep-water access to Sarasota bay and the Gulf. www.1055BogeyLane.com $899,000

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Enjoy the ease of maintenance-free living at this 4BR Queens Harbour residence, featuring peaceful lake views that overlook the sprawling Harbourside golf course. www.3545FairOaksLane.com $995,000

This charming 4BR home is in a central location, only minutes from downtown Sarasota and unforgettable beaches. With a courtyard entry, you will adore the open layout, hardwood flooring and French doors throughout. www.4557CaminoReal.com $995,000

This 8th-floor Cayman residence is a flourish of breathtaking views. The charming 3BR layout lives like a single-family home, offering wonderful amenities and private beach access.

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3080 Grand Bay Boulevard #515 This south-facing, light and open Bimini residence in Building V at Grand Bay offers beautiful bay views. Relish bay breezes and relax the day away on the oversized, wraparound terrace.

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260 North Shore Road #4 This rarely-available 3BR townhouse residence is located directly on Longboat Key’s pristine Gulf shores, offering stunning modern upgrades. Walk in and immediately fall in love with the picture-perfect beach views, 20’ cathedral ceilings, beautiful hardwood flooring, impact windows and sliders. www.260NorthShore4.com $1,899,000

535 Sanctuary Drive #B705 Spectacular sunrise-to-sunset views! This 7th-floor Sanctuary residence is offered furnished and ready for you to make it your own. The nearly 2,600 SF of this residence’s interior lives like a single-family home, with east and west-facing terraces. www.535SanctuaryB705.com $1,499,000

2675 Gulf of Mexico Drive #501 Three-bedroom, direct beachfront getaway! A few steps from the pristine shores of the Gulf of Mexico, this furnished 5th-floor penthouse residence at Veinte is a unique chance to enjoy a beach home in a central location. www.Veinte501.com $1,250,000

6941 Bayside Drive - Long Beach A private bayfront lifestyle is waiting for you at this charming homesite in Long Beach. You can build your dream home.

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810 Evergreen Way - Cedars East Offered furnished, you will love the convenience of moving right in and immediately enjoying this 2BR townhouse residence, including its own one-car garage. www.810EvergreenWay.com $349,000

MANASOTA KEY 8220 Manasota Key Road - Manasota Key Relish the luxury of having the beach in your backyard! Walk a few steps from the brick pavered lanai of this 4BR, direct beach home to enjoy powdery shores and azure waters of the Gulf of Mexico. www.8220ManasotaKeyRoad.com $2,095,000

6155 Manasota Key Road The best of both worlds, you will love the bay and deeded beach access a few feet from the front door of this private estate! Soaring oak trees and elaborate foliage surround this gated 3BR plus family room and office residence. www.6155ManasotaKeyRoad.com $1,695,000

OYSTER BAY 1331 Quail Drive Built in 2006, you will love the unique design and exclusive location of this contemporary home. Offering an open layout adorned with glass walls of sliders and windows, allowing for seamless indoor-to-outdoor entertaining. www.1331QuailDrive.com $999,500

SARASOTA 1449 Hillview Drive - Harbor Acres This stunning coastal contemporary Harbor Acres home is move-in ready. Completely updated inside and out in 2015, the sprawling interior is a flourish of clean lines, modern upgrades, plus a beautiful new pool deck with dock and lifts. www.1449HillviewDrive.com $2,995,000

401 South Palm Avenue #402 Downtown living at its best! This spacious, almost 4,000 SF, residence lives like a single-family home, with proximity to many wonderful community amenities. Perfectly positioned in the heart of downtown where you can walk to everything that an ideal city lifestyle has to offer. www.TheSavoy402.com $2,300,000

1363 Tangier Way - San Remo Estates Delight in the coveted location of this 3BR waterfront San Remo Estates residence, on more than a quarter-acre of lush, manicured property offering views that stretch out to Sarasota Bay. The avid boater will appreciate the updated seawall, deep-water dock and lift (new in 2014). www.1363TangierWay.com $2,295,000

1024 Citrus Avenue - Bungalow Hill This 4BR residence is located just minutes from downtown Sarasota. Offering 3,400SF of interior, including cathedral ceilings, cook’s kitchen and plenty of outdoor entertaining. www.1024CitrusAvenue.com $1,249,000

4646 Hidden Forest Drive - Hidden Forest Private residence perfectly situated on a one-acre parcel, surrounded by lush vegetation. Completely upgraded, inside and out, this beautiful, custom-built 4BR ranch home. www.4646HiddenForestDrive.com $779,000

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