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Skimming the news ... Anna Maria Island map in this edition, page 16. HAnna Maria Thie Islander "The Best News on Anna Maria Island Since 1992" .-- I .;-. ~, X rsn i ii P- :%-- "-- ~9- i ;-;: ;;:5 I (I i. --;-I I : 5,, i. I. ~L -i- r3-i~t r Z; i-'i: ---- i~l .;i~=~ I; 1 www.islander.org a '-.~?j F~=:---~~ ---- -~ .4i- Gotta dance These Island tots will be one of the many performing dance groups at Island Fitness dance instructor Darlene Friedrich's "Gotta Dance" showcase of students ages 3 to adult. The dance performance will begin at 7 p.m., Friday, June 3, at Bayshore High School, 5401 34th St.- W., Bradenton. Tickets cost $10 for adults, $9for" children. For more information, call 748-4476. Pictured are students from Friedrich's toddler dance class, from left, Annie Walter, Katie Krokroskia, Mylee Tisdale, Cayden Perry, Tori Walter and Lauren Hart. Islander Photo: Diana Bogan Former Trader Jack's for sale - at Island record $25 million By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter Got a spare $25 million sitting around the house not doing anything? For that and the price of the doc stamps, you can own a piece of Island history. Mike Norman Realty in Holmes Beach has listed the Bradenton Beach property formerly known as Trader Jack's for sale for a cool $25 million. The prop- erty, now vacant, has more than 400 feet on the Gulf of Mexico and is located just south of the Gulf Drive Cafe. The property became part of Island history when Gwynne "Trader Jack" Pearsall purchased the Mira Mar restaurant in 1968 and renamed it Trader Jack's. After extensive remodeling, many personal touches and the addition of a lot of nautical antiques, the restaurant soon became the Island's favorite water- ing hole, in addition to attracting the rich and not-so- famous from throughout Tampa Bay. Trader Jack's was the first area restaurant to offer early-bird specials, and introduced an annual Hallow- een party, a St. Patrick's day party, a Christmas in July party and an annual employee talent night. A sign in the famous Wheelhouse Lounge said Trader Jack's was "where everyone knows what every- one else is doing, but still reads the local newspaper to find out if they got caught at it!" In 1977, Pearsall sold the restaurant to Vermont businessman Phil Fayette and moved to Madeira Beach, where he operated another restaurant until re- tiring in 1993. Trader Jack's had a few more years as the Island's No. 1 attraction before Fayette ran into trouble with the I.R.S. and was forced to close the restaurant in 1985 following his conviction on tax evasion charges. The property was auctioned off in 1986 and bought by the State of Vermont for $850,000. In 1987, an ar- son fire gutted the building and the remaining structure PLEASE SEE TRADER JACK'S, NEXT PAGE . . . . Volume 13, No. 30 June 1, 2005 FREE 'Best season ever' shown in vehicles, sales, not numbers By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter Anna Maria Island's apparent "best tourist season" since Sept. 11, 2001, isn't reflected in the occupancy figures reported by the Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau and Susan Estler of the CVB is puzzled. "This was absolutely the best season in the past four years, according to many of our members," said Estler. "So, I was a bit surprised to see the [occupancy] numbers slightly down. Everyone had told us this was a great season, the best since 9-11." Occupancy rates for all of Manatee County for April 2005 were at 67.9 percent compared with 72.1 percent for the same month last year. March 2005 oc- cupancy was off .5 percent from 2004 (93.1 percent against 93.6 percent), while February occupancy .this year was reported at 83 percent versus 85.5 for Febru- ary 2004. "Sometimes, we have these little ups and downs, but overall, the tourism industry was very pleased with the season," Estler maintained. "Our average daily rate was up and continues to climb." Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce Execu- tive Director Mary Ann Brockman was surprised by the CVB's occupancy report. "All of our members have been saying this was the best season in the past four years, and we still have some accommodations full," she observed. She found it hard to believe the CVB had accurate data because it uses the same properties every month to compile its, data. "The CVB only contacts a few properties for oc- cupancy levels and they are the same ones each month. If they're off, that's reflected in the report. I don't un- derstand how they got a downturn in occupancy, but we haven't had any negative feedback. We've heard noth- ing but good things about the season from our mem- bers." The "best season" for the Island holds up when compared with chamber figures for inquiries. During April 2005, the chamber handled 1,775 walk- PLEASE SEE TOURISM, PAGE 3 Up for sale, way up The arrow shows the location of the former Trader Jack's restau- rant, now .being offered for sale at $25 million by Mike Norman Realty of Holmes Beach. Islander Photo: Jack Elka I, I I II I r PAGE 2 0 JUNE .1, 2005 M THE ISLANDER Island beach renourishment may be delayed By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter The emergency beach renourishment project on Anna Maria Island scheduled to start in June may be delayed. Bids for the contract were opened May 17, said U.S. Army Corps of Engineers spokesperson Barry Forge, but no contractor has yet been selected from the bids. The Corps is currently reviewing the bid amount against what it had estimated the project will cost, he indicated. A contractor could be selected this week, Forge noted. If not, the bid process begins all over again. Either way, Forge said, the project probably won't be starting in June, "We're reviewing the bids against our estimate and determine what's the best course of action," Forge said. Trader Jack's up for sale CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 was demolished, leaving only the foundation. Several years later, the property was purchased by George and Wendy Kokolis of Williamsburg, Va. Hopes to rebuild the restaurant were dashed in the early 1990s when the Bradenton City Commission declined to help them sponsor a Community Develop- ment Block grant for $460,000 to help finance con- struction. The property is zoned for a hotel, motel or restau- rant, according to Mike Norman. He noted that Manatee County has lost more than 300 motel rooms and upwards of $70,000 in bed tax revenue the past several years and there is a growing need on the Island for a resort offering short-term stays. "This is a prime location for a hotel or motel. There's a definite need and demand for this type of property," he said. For more information on the property, call Mike Norman at 778-6696. The Corps will give the selected contractor 120 days to complete the project, although the actual time should be no more than 10 weeks, he indicated. The Corps had originally expected the project to start in mid-June and finish by the end of August. The .6 mile portion of the project in Anna Maria should take no more than a few days to complete, ac- cording to Corps project coordinator Charlie Stevens. Hometown hero Sgt. John Kenney, head of the Manatee County Sheriff's Office substation in Anna Maria, was named MCSO Deputy of the Month for May for his part in a May 5 incident at the Bradenton Beach Sandpiper Resort mobile home park. Kenney was able to persuade a man to surrender peacefully after he had barricaded himself in a room and threatened to shoot officers. 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BRUNCH AND LUNCH Wednesday-Saturday-11-2:30 SUNDAY BREAKFAST AND LUNCH 8-2:30 DINNER Wed,-Sun. from 5:30 Island Shopping Center 5406 Marina Drive ~ Holmes Beach 941 7785320 THE ISLANDER M JUNE 1, 2005 0 PAGE 3 Some pines coming down in Gulffront Park By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter: Seeking to dispel rumors and misinformation about removal of Australian pines in Anna Maria, Mayor SueLynn made an impassioned speech at the city commission's May 26 meeting that she hoped would clarify the city's intentions at its Gulffront Park location. "There is so much misinformation and rumor," the mayor said, and a letter full of such misinformation was recently sent by a pro-Australian pine group to every city resident, imploring the city not to cut down any of these trees. "Since before I was mayor, the city has been re- ceiving grants to remove exotic species [including Australian pines] from alleyways and rights of way," she said. There is a federal law requiring the city to "pre- vent" the spread of invasive trees that destroy native vegetation, she noted. In addition, she said, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection prohibits planting invasive species such as the Australian pine. According to a number of studies done by the Univer- sity of Florida Department of Agriculture, Australian pines and other exotic plants destroy natural Florida vegetation. They are easily uprooted by hurricane winds, create problems for electric lines, and cause considerable damage to property when they fall. S"So, the city is going to continue to remove exot- ics from city property," the mayor said. That includes Gulffront Park, which runs from Palm Avenue to Oak Avenue along the beach. "This area is not the same as Bean Point," SueLynn observed. It's city property and the city is required to remove invasive plants. She dispelled a "rumor" that the city was going to remove the Australian pines at Bayfront Park, noting that park is run by the county and she has heard noth- ing about any county plan for such removal. But Gulffront Park is not a rumor. Island principal Anna Maria Elementary School first-grader Rebecca Hinds was sent to the principal's office by her own mom. Hinds was the recipient of the "Principal for a Day" auction item won by her mom, Sandra Victor, at the Parent-Teacher Organization's "Luau for Learning." With AME Principal Kathy Hayes by her side, Hinds conducted morning and afternoon announcements, gave out raffle tickets to students who were reading during lunch, visited all the classrooms, attended an AME construction meeting and had lunch with Hayes. Islander Photo: Courtesy Sandra Victor Based upon a recommendation from the city's en- vironmental education and enhancement committee, the mayor asked the commission to approve a $3,000 contract with Environmental Affairs Consultants to remove Brazilian pepper trees and all Australian pines that are six-feet or less in height from the park. "It's not wholesale removal" of Australian pines at Gulf Front Park, she said. But city resident Carl Hoffman was against any removal of Australian pines, noting they serve as a habitat for many birds and the city's own Web site pro- motes Anna Maria as a bird sanctuary. He said a picture of the mayor cutting down an Australian pine would look good in the local and na- tional media. Commissioners, however, voted 5-0 to authorize the removal from Gulf Front Park, provided the work is completed by June 30. In other business, the commissidh set June 14 as the date for a special meeting with Steve Minnis of the Southwest Florida Water Management District to dis- cuss Swiftmud resources and availability for stormwater improvements. Planning board to hear AMICC site plan Monday The Anna Maria planning and zoning board will hold a public hearing at 7 p.m. Monday, June 6, to review the preliminary site plan for the Anna Maria Island Community Center renovation and expansion project. The Center has been planning the project for the past four years and has raised nearly $2 mil- lion to support its effort. In previous discussions about the project, however, residents living near the Center have objected to portions of the parking plan, par- ticularly along Palm Avenue at the rear of the Center. The commission also approved a letter supporting efforts by Bradenton Beach to obtain water-taxi service that would originate from the Manatee County-owned Crosley Mansion. Magill dissented. Tourism up, or down? CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Meetings in visitors looking for accommodations or tourist informa- tion, took 781 telephone inquires and received 3,989 e- mails looking for information on the Island. "That's the most e-mails we've had in a single month," Brockman said. While she doesn't have exact figures, she said the vast majority of those who asked about the Island, came to the Island. Even CVB occupancy figures for the Island don't reflect how busy the season was on the Island. The CVB reported occupancy atIsland accommo- dations for April 2005 was 64.8 percent against 75.4 for April 2004. March occupancy figures were about the same as last year, with a 94.3 percent occupancy re- ported for this year compared with 94.6 for March 2004. February occupancy on the Island was down this year, with a 77.9 percent level reported in 2005 against 90 percent occupancy last year. January was even worse, with Island accommodations reporting just a 37.5 percent occupancy in January 2005, while a 72.9 percent occupancy was reported for January 2004. "Those figures just don't jibe with what our mem- bers are saying," Brockman reiterated. Barbara Rodocker of the BridgeWalk Resort in Bradenton Beach agreed. The resort opened in mid- 2001, just prior to Sept. 11. Since then, the hotel has gained occupancy ever winter season. S"This past season was our best ever. We're start- ing to get a lot of repeat visitors and those who stayed away for a few years. It was a great season," she said. Island restaurants also reported a "good" winter season, better than last year. Ed Chiles, owner of the Sandbar restaurant in Anna Maria, the BeachHouse in Bradenton Beach and the Mar Vista on Longboat Key, said February and March were better than last year at the restaurants. "March business was the same as last year, but we had some rough weather to contend with. Many of our patrons enjoy outdoor dining," he said. "It was the best season for us in the past four years." Likewise, the vacation rental industry appeared to enjoy an excellent winter. "It was a really good season," said Alan Galleto of Island Real Estate in Holmes Beach. "It was certainly one of the best'the past few years." Retailers were also singing the praises of the 2005 winter season. "It was fabulous," said Ginny of Ginny and Jane E's Antiques and Arts in both Holmes Beach and Anna Maria. "We had a great three-month season and we're looking forward to a good summer, and let's pray there are no hurricanes," she said. Island law enforcement officials agreed that based upon traffic volume, tourism this past season was well aboye that of last year. Holmes Beach Police Chief Jay Romine has been on.the Island 19 years and this past season was "way above average," he said. "Definitely the busiest I've seen on our streets since I came here." Bradenton Beach Police Chief Sam Speciale con- curred. "This season the traffic was way above average for a winter season," he said. Traffic along Gulf Drive, particularly coming from Longboat Key, was "the heaviest I've ever seen during any recent season," he said, and often backed up along Gulf Drive from the Cortez Road intersection to the Longboat Pass Bridge. While the CVB does not have an actual count of visitors to the Bradenton area or Anna Maria Island, it has estimated that about 1.8 million people visit the area every year, with the vast majority of those visitors arriving during the winter season. "It's fair to say that if they're not staying on the Island, sooner or later, they all find the Island,'" said Estler. Anna Maria City June 2, 6 p.m., special "shade" meeting closed to the public. June 2, 7 p.m., city commission meeting. June 6, 7 p.m., planning and zoning board meeting on Anna Maria Island Community Center site plan. June 7, 3 p.m., capital improvement advisory commit- tee meeting. June 7, 6 p.m., special stormwater design review meet- ing on Gladiolus-North Shore drainage basin improve- ments. June 8, 6:45 p.m., Environmental Education and En- hancement Committee meeting. June 9, 6 p.m., special city commission meeting on Villa Rosa condominium project. June 9, 7 p.m., city commission work session. Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, 708-6130. Bradenton Beach June 1,5 p.m., board of adjust meeting. June 2, 7 p.m., city commission meeting. June 7, 2 p.m., city commission work session. June 7,4 p.m., charter review committee meeting. Bradenton Beach City Hall, 107 Gulf Drive N., 778-1005. Holmes Beach June 1,7 p.m., planning commission meeting. Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive, 708-5800. Of Interest June 8, 11 a.m., Island Emergency Operations Center meeting, Fire Station No. 1, 6001 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. .: II":': PAGE 4 M JUNE 1, 2005 M THE ISLANDER Tidemark increases lease offer by 1,110 percent By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter In an offer that brought a smile to Holmes Beach City Commissioner Roger Lutz, developers of the Tidemark hotel/condominium/marina project in Holmes Beach offered to raise their annual lease pay- ments for the city-owned portion of the boat basin along Marina Drive from $100 to $11,200, an increase of 1,110 percent. Attorney Bob Greene, representing Reliance-Tide- mark LLC, owners of the Tidemark property, told the city commission at its May 24 meeting that the lease would cover 22 boat slips that would utilize city prop- erty for access. The remaining.40 boat slips would be on Tidemark property. Lutz, who had said three months ago that he would not accept another $100-per-year lease from Tidemark, said straight-faced that the offer "is a start." Greene also presented a copy of Tidemark's title insurance showing evidence that it owns the submerged land in the boat basin. The Florida Department of En- vironmental Protection "clearly states" that it is not state-owned submerged-bottom lands, he said. Lutz had previously requested that Tidemark provide evidence it actually owns the bottom land. Lutz also suggested that Tidemark provide slips for transient boaters who might want to dock at the marina to walk around the downtown area or visit one of the many restaurants in the immediate area. Greene said that after the first 40 slips are sold to the condominium owners, there will be an opportunity to set aside some slips for transient boaters. One slip at Teachers vs. students Anna Maria Elementary fifth-graders faced off against teachers and staff members in a game of volleyball in an end of the year tradition. The teachers beat the girls at volleyball, but the fifth-grade boys rallied back with a win. Students also challenged teachers to a game of Wiffle ball but graduated without breaking the staff's 'winning streak. Each year the teachers beat the students and this year was no exception with the final score of 8-5. Islander Photo: Diana Bogan No city help for Anna Maria City Pier improvements By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter After nearly one hour of discussion at their May 26 meeting, Anna Maria city commissioners were just about to approve a measure that would have paid City Pier operator Mario Schoenfelder up to $10,000 for him to build a ramp onto the pier that would meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Commissioners were originally against voting any funding for Schoenfelder because City Attorney Jim Dye's opinion of three years ago was that under the terms of the lease, the tenant is required to comply with all local, state and federal laws, including the ADA. In January 2003, the commission had voted to give Schoenfelder half of the estimated $20,000 it would cost for all pier improvements. That commission later reversed course after Dye made his opinion. Since that time, however, commissioners said the tenant has failed to make any improvements to meet ADA requirements and Commissioner Carol Ann Magill was concerned about city liability and public safety at the entrance. Mayor SueLynn said Schoenfelder agreed in a re- cent meeting to bring the pier up to ADA standards, but he was "disappointed" that the commission did not live up to its $10,000 pledge of 2003. Neither Schoenfelder or his representatives attended the May 26 meeting. Commissioner Dale Woodland reluctantly agreed with Schoenfelder. "We should do the right thing and pay the $10,000. Our word and our character are worth $10,000." Commission Chairperson John Quam, however, observed that Schoenfelder has had three years to do something about improvements but has not moved for- ward. "Then $10,000 should be enough to get him mov- ing," said Commissioner Duke Miller. SWhile Commissioner Linda Cramer wanted all pier issues, including an ADA-compliant ramp, dis- cussed at a commission workshop, other commission- ers agreed to move forward. They were just about ready to approve a motion to give 50 percent up to $10,000 to Schoenfelder to build the ramp when Dye intoned that if the city agreed to give him money, that would require an amendment to the lease. Armed with that information, commissioners were reluctant to approve the measure and it failed, as only Woodland favored paying the money. Cramer was then successful in getting the commis- sion to place discussion of pier improvements on its June workshop agenda. She said the commission needs a timetable of repairs, a structural report and to have the mayor "enforce the lease." In other business, the commission approved a motion allowing the mayor to hire certified planner Alan Garrett parttime to review the city's land devel- opment regulations. Garrett has worked for the city in the past on a part-time basis, reviewing the Sandbar site plan and the Anna Maria Island Community Center site plan for comprehensive plan and LDR compliance. Pine Avenue purchase SueLynn asked commissioners to consider pur- chasing one of the five lots on the site of the former Island Marine. She suggested the city acquire the lot adjacent to the current city-owned property. However, given the "activities" since the May 23 planning and zoning board meeting, she said such discussion might not be appropriate at this time. (See separate story.) Quam and the commission agreed to visit the is- sue in the future after a special commission meeting on Pine Avenue and the Island Marine property on June 2. the marina will be available for law enforcement patrol vessels, he added. Greene will now prepare a formal lease agreement and have City Attorney Patricia Petruff review the document and return it to the city commission for dis- cussion and adoption. "It's not a bad start," quipped Lutz of the $11,200- per-year offer. Tidemark's original lease was voided by the city commission after the company developing the property went into bankruptcy. The property has since been sold to Reliance-Tidemark LLC, headed by Connecticut real estate developer Ken Dardis. Traffic calming Police Chief Jay Romine gave commissioners an overview of traffic calming efforts for the Marina Drive-Gulf Drive intersection and north along Marina Drive to 56th Street. "But don't call it 'traffic calming,'" he said, "call it 'street-scaping.'" The city "needs to take a hard look" at the traffic problems in the area as the roads were not designed to carry the current vehicle loads. "Our goal is to make the area pedestrian-friendly and more attractive," he said. Of particular concern are the crosswalks and vis- ibility in the area, but he's not in favor of speed bumps or reducing speed limits. "We could go to lighted crosswalks" to reduce the potential for a pedestrian-vehicle accident in the area, "but you can't police common sense," he observed. Fluorescent stripes would be a lot cheaper and could be done quicker, he suggested. "There are some quick-fixes," he said, but the overall project, including landscaping, could cost the city up to $1 million. Presently, he's waiting on a report from Banks Engineering on the cost to do a traffic study and pre- pare the engineering for a "street-scaping" plan. Mayor Carol Whitmore said the city might be able to obtain some grants for the project, but private busi- nesses such as the planned Tidemark hotel/marina/con- dominium have shown an interest in providing some financial assistance. The Holmes family, owners of the Island Shopping Center, have also expressed an interest in assisting the city with the project, Whitmore said, and she'll contact the S&S Plaza owners to see if they are also willing to get involved. Romine said he'll bring back the Banks Engineer- ing report to the commission once it's completed. "This issue has been around a lot longer than the Tidemark," he noted. "We could easily get over- whelmed." Sunrise boat docks Petruff said that if commissioners have no further changes, she's ready to present the ordinance govern- ing the city's lease of dock space in the Sunrise subdi- vision boat basin at the commission's June 14 meeting. The ordinance governing the boat docks along the T-end canals should be ready immediately after the commission deals with Sunrise, Petruff said. The commission has been dealing with the Sunrise docks and canal issues for the past four years. Following the collapse of some seawall sections in the Sunrise boat basin, the city learned that it owned the basin and accompanying seawalls and was obligated to repair the damage. At issue was ownership of the ca- nals and seawalls and how the city can lease dock space to homeowners, while absolving the city of liability. Consolidation Commissioners gave consensus to Whitmore to continue discussions at the Coaliation of Barrier Island Elected Officials about Island consolidation, but Com- missioner Rich Bohnenberger indicated he was against any consolidation that would not give Holmes Beach a majority on an Island governing board. The city, he noted, has about 5,000 people, more than Anna Maria and Bradenton Beach together. Lutz, however, said that discussions now are just about a non-binding referendum to Island voters in the November 2006 election. "Non-binding is non-binding. I say, let the Island vote." THE ISLANDER 0 JUNE 1, 2005 M PAGE 5 Holmes Beach vacation requests still pending By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter Two vacation requests in Holmes Beach that have been before the city commission since last summer again went undecided at the commission's May 24 meeting, prompting City Commissioner Don Maloney to say he'd "like to settle this in less time than the T- end canals." That issue has been around the city com- mission for-the past 10 years. The first request was from Mary Menendez of 407 42nd St., who wants the city to vacate its right of way on Fourth Avenue between 41st Street and 42nd Street. Menendez owns property on both sides of the right of way at this intersection. Attorney Mark Barnebey, representing Menendez, said his clients will make a $50,000 donation to the city for stormwater improvements, install sidewalks and provide landscaping and enhance existing swales in exchange for the vacation. The right of way currently "serves no benefit" to the city, Barnebey claimed, and the only question for commissioners is "do you have a reason to keep it?" Commissioner Roger Lutz, himself an attorney, pointed out that vacating the land would give the Menendezes enough land to build an additional unit. They could presently build a nine-unit structure with- out the vacation, he noted. He indicated he would be favorable to the vacation if no units could be added to any future project. Mayor Carol Whitmore suggested Barnebey ask his clients if they would be willing to agree that they could not add an additional unit if they obtained the vacation from the commission. Barnebey said he would speak to the Menendez family and bring the answer to the June 14 commission meeting. The family has no plans to build on the property at this time, he said. Commissioner Rich Bohnenberger, however, pointed out that under the city's comprehensive plan and land development codes, the Menendezes would be entitled to build 10 units per acre if they obtained the vacation. "So, why make a stipulation?" he asked. Yvonne and Richard Faldon, who own property at 400 and 404 Manatee Ave., claimed that if the right of way were vacated, they would have limited access to and from their property when they decide to build. Joan Perry, a city resident and member of the en- vironmental group ManaSota-88, said her organization opposes the vacation because it would eventually in- crease density and intensity and is at odds with the city's comprehensive plan. The offer to donate money and services looks good at first, said Perry, "but sounds like extortion" upon further examination. She suggested the commission resolve the issue at the meeting, noting the commission has been dealing with the request since last August without a decision. It sounds like the applicant is receiving "favored sta- tus," she claimed. The commission took no action and continued the public hearing until June 14, when Barnebey will present the commission with "further information" on drainage issues and whether or not his clients will ac- cept a stipulation to not add another unit to their cur- rent nine-unit allowance if the vacation is granted. Moreland Marine Barnebey also represented Moreland Marine at the first public hearing of its request to the city to vacate eight feet of city right of way on 52nd Street, where it has a condominium project currently under construc- tion. The vacation would allow the project to build one additional condo unit. Barnebey pledged that his clients would donate $30,000 to the city for infrastructure and beautify the area with a stucco wall. Anna Maria's planning and zoning board at its May 23 meeting reviewed the recommenda- tions made by the city's ad hoc committee on recreation, inter-governmental coordination, capital improvements and coastal and conserva- tion for the new comprehensive plan the city will eventually have to adopt. The board will review the future land-use ele- ment considered to be the most controversial of all the ad hoc committee's recommendations at a 6 p.m. June 27 meeting. Following presentation of the FLUE, the last But Lutz was unimpressed. "I don't see a compelling reason" to grant the va- cation. "They just want to increase density," he said. If Moreland Marine would agree not to build an- other unit and assume responsibility for all landscap- ing, he might agree to the vacation. Basically, he said, Moreland Marine just wants to build another unit and ensure that the condominium buyers see nice landscaping by the Haverkos stormwater retention pond at the site, rather than just a plain pond. Maloney, however, wondered why it seems that the commission is against a property owner just be- cause they want to make money. Some adjacent property owners on Peacock Lane said they favored the vacation if the city will give them the same eight-foot vacation on the ether side of the street. Perry was also opposed to the vacation because the city would be increasing density in a coastal high-haz- ard zone, which is against the comprehensive plan. She noted the city has already increased density on the Moreland Marine property.from zero units to 10 units per acre. The first reading passed 3-2 and the commission set June 14 for the second and final public hearing. Lutz and Commissioner Pat Morton opposed the measure, while Maloney, Bohnenberger and Commission Chair- person Sandy Haas-Martens voted in favor. element of the comp plan, the board will schedule public hearings to decide what recommendations in the draft comprehensive plan it will send to the city commission. The commission will then schedule its own public hearings to formally approve the compre- hensive plan and forward it to the Florida Depart- ment of Community Affairs for approval, ordenial with recommended changes. A revised comprehensive plan is required by the DCA every 15 years. The deadline for Anna Maria's comprehensive plan to reach the DCA is March 2006. Vacation Bi(be Schoo( S- June 20-24 yam-noon eacn aay at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church 6608 Marina Drive Holmes Beach S" Snacks Games Music Bible Stories Si oOp0. Crafts and lots of good old fun! 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Vw yAI, aH ~e Board ready for future land-use element PAGE 6 N JUNE 1, 2005 E THE ISLANDER 4 Opinion Hurricanes eminent Yes, it's hurricane season again, and as emergency planners have urged, better plan for your evacuation - and your return after the storm -. right now. While most of us have likely stockpiled batteries, a roll of plastic drop cloths, drinking water and some non-perishable foods along with assorted battery-pow- ered electronics, there's a list of"to dos" in this week's "severe storm" section that merit your attention. Is your boat ready for the "big one?" How about your pets? Do you have a pet-friendly shelter arranged and their food and medications packed and ready to go? And how about those storm shutters? Roof tarps at ready? Will you keep your car ready "to run" all season. Have you cleared space in the garage to store your grill and lawn furniture? Don't forget to plan for what you may face on your return home, too. Oh yeah, and get some duct tape. Here's some of our factoids to press the prepared- ness point home. Deadliest In 1972, an East Pakistan cyclone killed 200,000- 500,000 people. Worst in history In 1900, a hurricane struck Galveston, Texas, and basically washed the city away. About 15 percent of the population drowned. Strongest In 1988, Hurricane Gilbert had recorded winds of 218 mph when it made landfall in Northern Mexico. The pressure in the storm was the lowest ever recorded. MEOW and SLOSH Storm surge is the biggest threat hurricanes pro- duce in Florida. Two computer models are used to de- termine risk for coastal areas. MEOW is Maximum Envelope of Water, and used to gauge the amount of water likely to be pushed ashore by a storm. SLOSH is the Sea, Lake and Overland Surge from Hurricanes and is used to produce maps showing what degree of flood- ing is expected from storms. Stay alert! Hurricanes can intensify very, very quickly. In 1992, Hurricane Andrew went from a Category 1 to a Category 4 storm in 36 hours. In 1969, Hurricane Camille went from a Category 1 to a Category 5 storm in 48 hours. The Islander JUNE 1, 2005 Vol. 13, No. 30 V Publisher and Editor BonnerJoy, bonner@islander.org V Editorial Paul Roat, News Editor, paul@islander.org Diana Bogan, diana@islander.org Rick Catlin, rick@islander.org Jack Egan Jack Elka Jim Hanson V Contributors Gib Bergquist Kevin Cassidy, kevin@islander.org Jesse Brisson David Futch Robert Noble Carrie Price J.L. Robertson V Advertising Sales Nancy Ambrose, nancy@islander.org Rebecca Barnett, rebecca@islander.org V Office Manager Julia Robertson, julia@islander.org V Production Graphics Kelly McCormick, ads@islander.org Kelley Ragan, kelley@islander.org V Distribution Urbane Bouchet Ross Roberts Lisa Williams (All others: news@islander.org) W V Npaper .& Single copies free. Quantities of five or more: 25 cents each. 1992-2005 Editorial, sales and production offices: Island Shopping Center, 5404 Marina Drive Holmes Beach FL 34217 WEB SITE: islander.org FAX 941 778-9392 PHONE 941 778-7978 4-W)R2OANE 't~5CA$( T 4O -%"E :OLY($ ,-ri4 -r weAMAERED LAST '4C-AR'S STORMS CF keIA StsE LE.$$OM$. RGIATU ST k;: T46/ I MRcE '4oTO EVACU \tE> TTV -EA-LZL A'9 D S Z ~7E~P~ WAE:Q~ SLICK Anna Maria Canyon? Over and over in public and private discussions regarding our city, it is abundantly clear that we all want the same thing to maintain its charm and "small town" character. As more public statements are made by some of the members of the city commission and planning and zon- ing board regarding "buildable lots" throughout the city in general and Pine Avenue in particular, I have come to believe that their opinions/decisions undermine the very thing that we all desire. I would like to specifically address the comment by Doug Copeland that the maximum residential density permitted in the ROR district is five units per acre. This is a standard that cannot be met in the ROR district or, for that matter, elsewhere in the city. If you take 7,500 square feet and multiply it times five you come up with 37,500 square feet. An acre contains 43,560 square feet, therefore you would have to require the minimum size lot to be at least 8,712 square feet. Since every lot on Pine Avenue is less than 8,712 square feet, does this mean that existing struc- tures could not be rebuilt if torn down or lost in a hur- ricane? Even if it were possible in some instances to com- bine lots, it would be disastrous as this would create building sites with 100-plus feet of frontage versus the more common 50-plus feet. The result will be ostentatious monstrosities (like those on Longboat Key) which could be as much as 80 feet wide by 37 feet tall and would dwarf the surround- ing businesses/homes. Such an outcome would truly result in the "can- yon" effect that has long been discussed regarding Pine Avenue and would forever change the character of our city. I for one hope City Attorney Jim Dye's opinion is the correct one. Let's think this through more carefully. A small- size lot forces the owner/builder to be more creative in the design and use of the space and many times results By Egan in architectural details which add to the charm and character of the structure. My belief is the smaller the lot the more likely we are to attract creative, community-oriented businesses and homeowners who have the same vision for this paradise on earth that we all share and wish to preserve as much as possible. Jo Ann Mattick, Anna Maria Help the feral cats I'd like to make Island residents aware of a pro- gram offered by the Manatee County Humane Society to help reduce the numbers of feral and abandoned cats on the Island. Every Manatee County resident can pick up two certificates each year for a free spray/neuter of a fe- ral cat. The MCHS will lend you the cages for hu- mane capture (deposit required) and a certificate to use at the vet to get the cat neutered, vaccinated and ear-tipped. There are many good-hearted people feeding strays and feral cats, but we must get the cats neutered in or- der to keep the populations from exploding. Please do your part and get any cats you are feeding in your yard neutered as soon as you can. When a cat is ear-tipped, it helps others in the com- munity identify the altered cats and keeps them from having the stress of getting captured by other feral res- cuers. As you might be aware, the MCHS is not currently accepting any new animals until they get their numbers down.. This means the Animal Control is the most likely destination of an unwanted cat or dog, with eu- thanasia the likely outcome for that animal. The problem of strays and ferals throughout Mana- tee County (and across the country) is staggering. Please help by neutering your pets and the strays you might be feeding on your property. Vick Vercauteren, Bradenton VIM-- . .... ...inion Don Maloney Shop up a storm, 12 days worth By Don Maloney Special to The Islander Now through June 12, in order to help citizens prepare for our 2005 hurricane season, no tax will be collected on the sale- of certain items related to preparedness during. those 12 days, items like generators, NOAA weather ra- dios, flashlights and batteries, gas canisters, tarps, first-aid kits, a non-electric food storage kit (cooler), and anchors for tying down boats and sheds. Local hardware stores likely have a complete no-tax list. The Red Cross has suggestions for how you might spend those 12 days: Day 1 Buy a water canister since water may be hard to come-by. Day 2 Buy a NOAA Weather Radio, costing. about $30. As a voice of the National Weather Service, continuous broadcasts will keep you informed of storms' progresses and issue watch and warning mes- sages. Day 3 Buy a fire extinguisher if you don't al- ready have one. Best is an A-B-C type, and make sure all know how to use it. Day 4 Get some plastic sheeting. It's a vital part of your disaster supplies kit. Day 5 Purchase a good supply of canned food, three days worth, at least. Day 6 Consider buying a generator. Day 7 Don't wait any longer to get a flashlight and batteries. Day 8 Check that your disaster supplies kit for toiletries and medicines is packed. Again, pack at least a three-day supply. Day 9 Depending on where you're heading if evacuated, you might want sleeping bags. And by all means decide now where you're going Day 10 You better be sure to have a first-aid kit. Day 11 Have you thought about shuttering your house? Day 12 Like never before, duct tape is more than just somewhat helpful to have on hand in emer- gencies. And while preparing for hurricanes is more than just a good idea, recovering behavior after such a disas- ter is equally important. During our four 2004 storms, more Floridians died after than during the storms. Older folks, for instance, thought they could still climb up ladders to roofs to put on some plastic sheet- ing over. leaks; others were sure there was little risk entering damaged homes and buildings. Some learned neither was a good idea. With patience, plenty of pro- fessional Emergency Management assistance will be available if needed. Once again: PREPARE! At the recent Governor's Hurricane Conference, one speaker's plea pushing preparedness ended with his ob- servation that, "Since we had four hurricanes hit Florida in 2004, it's not a good idea to feel that we cannot expect five in 2005. So, don't wait until you see the first photos of that small white cloud swirl in the South Atlantic on your TV, pack up your preparedness now." Holmes Beach Commissioner Don Maloney was certified in both "Hurricane Decision Making Training" and "Evacuation and Re-Entry Planning" following training sessions at the Governor's Hurricane Conference this year. He also attended workshops dealing with "Florida Prepares," "Florida Responds" and "Florida Recovers." THE ISLANDER E JUNE 1, 2005 E PAGE 7 Th ader THE BES 3 YEARS Ten years ago in the June 1, 1995, issue of The Islander, headlines announced: Bradenton Beach Mayor Katie Pierola told members of the Coalition of Barrier Island Elected Officials that parking fees'at Coquina Beach and other beach locations would be a "gold mine" to help fund beach renourishment. The driver of a pickup truck was seriously injured when he slammed his vehicle into the bridge tender's building on the Anna Maria Island Bridge, tearing out 15 feet of guard railing and damaging some equipment. The bridge was still able to operate, while the driver was flown to Bayfront Medical Center in critical condition. The Bradenton Beach City Commission was con- sidering a ban on private boats near the city's fishing pier in the "wake" of two recent boating accidents in- volving the pier. The proposal would keep private boats a minimum of 30 feet from the pier. 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AME Guidance Counselor Cindi Harrison and Principal Kathy Ha es- a%% arded students who earned high marks all year. had perfect attendance and for participation in the school speech contest and Sunshine Math program. Harrison recognized each member of her student lead- ership team, a-new program enlisting the help of fifth-, graders in volunteering service to their school. Some members authored a school pledge, which will be printed as a poster, framed and hung in the entry of the new school building on completion. Other members were responsible for raising the American flag each school day, planning a tour map for future visitors to the new school, and as- sisting with other schoolwide projects Chandler Hardy and MollykMcDonougph ere this year's recipients of the Sons and Daughters of the American Revolution Outstanding Cii zensl' p Award, given to a boy and girl with strong leadership skills, " upright character, patriotism and dependability. Anna Maria Island Rotary Club Member Birgit Se'sterhenn also presented the Service Above Self Award, based on citizenship. Students learned about the Rotary Club motto -throughout the school year and the award-is meant to e\clnplif\ the characteristics .upheld by Rotarians worldwide. The 2004-05 recipients of the AME Rotary Club award are C;onnoi Chloherty and Rachel White. Their names willbe engraved onto a plaque, which will be n Presidential Fitness Awardsfor fifth-graders performing in tie top 15 percent of their class went to an displayed in the new school office. all-girl crew: Kelly Guerin, Molly McDonough, Abi Van Ostenbridge, Shelby Shinn and Breslyn Reiber. On stage to displayed in the new school office. Also awarded at the ceremony were certificates for present the awards are AME Principal Kathy Hayes and Coach Gene Burr. Islander Photos: Diana Bogan those students achieving outstanding scores on the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test. Students who scored a level 5 include Kelly Guerin, Justin Suca, Trina Rizzo, Matt Danziger, Alexis Mitchell; Dylan - Riley, Kara Nelson, Max Staebler, Erin Dolan, Daniel O Janisch and Abi Van Ostenbridge. At the end of the awards ceremony, Parent-Teacher Organization President Lynda Hicks passed out scien- tific calculators purchased by the oi 'aniziath m for each of the graduates. Then fifth-grade members of the Island Hobbit F band, Tommy Price, Jay Beard and Trina Rizzo, per- formed a revised version of John Lennon's "So This is Christmas," for fellow graduates. The band members . rewrote the lyrics of the Lennon tune, calling it "So This is Fifth-grade," as a special remembrance of their time at AME. The Hobbits wished classmates "A very- merry 7 fifth-grade, and a happy new school," but added, "Let's hope it's a good one, without any mold." AME thanks yearbook sponsors - This year all Anna Maria Elementary School stu- _dents received a free full-color yearbook thanks to the following sponsors: A Pine Avenue Salon, Amy Dodge - Aveda Salon, Anna Maria Coastal Rentals, Annie's Home for the Elderly, Autoway Ford, Barb Sato of Revolutionary awards Betsy Hills Real Estate, Elinor N. Boddie, the Burgess Rotary award Fifth-graders Chandler Hardy and Molly family, Chap'ae "A Unique Boutique," Green Real Anna Maria Island Rotary Club member Birgit McDonough were AME's recipients of the outstand- Estate, the Hardy family, the Hendrickson family, the Sesterhenn presented Connor Chloherty and Rachel ing citizenship award sponsored by the Sons and Hicks family, Island Fitnessj The Islander newspaper, White with the Service Above Self Award. This is the Daughters of the American Revolution. The award is Kern Construction, Kumon Math & Reading Centers, third year for the Rotary-sponsored award, which is for demonstration of dependability, leadership, Mike Norman Realty, RPM Accounting, the Scheible given to a student whose leadership and character patriotism and upright character through ones words family, Smith Realtors and the Walstad family. serve as an example for others. and actions. Bright So, this is speakers fifth-grade Talking their way Members of the. Island Hobbit into the top of their IldH b class were fifth- band, Tommy graers Shelby Price, Jay gar"44-aBeard and Shinn, Trina Rizzo, Beard and Molly McDonough, Trina Rizzo, Breslyn Reiber, performed their Kara Nelson and own rendition Glenn Bower, who of were awarded Lennon's "So ribbons for their '. This is Christ- achievement in the mas for fellow Tropicana Speech .- AME g-raduates .at their class Writing Contest a rce held annually at the award cer- school. .illl -_-I-. emony. THE ISLANDER M JUNE 1, 2005 0 PAGE 9 Grades 3, 4 awards recognize student achievements Anna Maria Elementary School third- and fourth- graders gathered in the school auditorium at the end of the 2004-05 school year to honor their academic achievements. AME Guidance Counselor Cindi. Harrison and Principal Kath\ Hayes awarded students who earned high marks all year in class, had perfect attendance and participated in the school speech contest and Sunshine Math program. Among ,AME's healthiest students no days missed are third-graders Sam Albon, Hunter Parrish, Andrew Crowton, Taylor Smith, Chelsea Perez, Nichole Pierce, Chase Stripling and Courtney Schmidt. Schimdt also received a medallion for having perfect attendance since kindergarten. Earning recognition for earning the top three scores within their classroom on the school's Sunshine Math program were third-graders Kim Houston, Hunter Parrish, and Max Moneuse in Karen Newhall's class, Reina Glavan, William Hellen-Brusso and Jonah Caster in Kathy Grandstad's class, and Ryan Gilman, Chelsea Perez and Grant Bower in Janie Ensworth's class: Several students were awarded for achieving a level five on the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test in reading or math. A level three is considered a grade level achievement. Thirty percent of AM IE third-graders scored a five, said Ha. es, including Zack Guerin. AI ssa Bosch. Rachel Webb, Joel Hart. ZacharN Landman, NMax Nonuese, Noell Niemann, Jennifer Walstad, Olivia Roemer, Sarah Rappe, Max Miller, Ryan Gilman, Grant Bower, Daniel Absten, John Mattay and Jamie Meisch. Fourth-graders were also recognized for their indi- vidual FCAT scores. 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Perfect attendance Anna Maria Elemen- tary fourth-grader Nichole Pierce has not missed a day of school since kinder- garten. Attending the end-of-the-year award ceremony with her is grandfather Michael Pierce, who said he also had perfect attendance through- out his school career, not missing a day from kindergarten through 12th-grade. Islander Photo: Diana Bogan academic impro ement aw yards. Third-graders who impro ed the most or demonstrated good character throughout the \ear Included Max Monuese, Hunter Parrish. Zachar\ Guerin. Isaac Valley, Noell Niemann and Anthea Rokop. Most academically improved were Zachary Landman. Kim Huston, Denver Hardy, Tay- lor Smith, Rachel Tschida. Olivia Roemer, Ryan Gilman, Konstantina Lardas and Thomas Samelak. Fourth-grade citizenship awards went to Jazmyn Howell, Julian Botero, Hailey Dearlove and Dalton Hicks. The most academically improved fourth-grad- ers were Courtney Schmidt, Stephanie Purnell, Daniel Pimentel, Megan Summers, Isaiah Beaton and Chris- tian Diaz. Finally, at this year's ceremony, AME fourth- grader Kayla Aritt was recognized with a special merit award from the Florida Studio Theater for the play she wrote and entered into the Young Playwrights Festival. HOT-DIGGITY DOG DAY Wednesday* JUNE1 Noon-2e ^^ Hot dogs! Buy One - .-.. Get One FREE! OPEN Wednesday thru Saturday 10-6 Over 140 shops including food, crafts, clothing, fresh produce, unique boutiques and much more! WWW Mi A l d ae g www.islander.org Roger Lutz and Allen Bobo are Island residents and are available for consultations on the Island. 951-1800 One Sarasota Tower Sarasota www.lutzbobotelfair. com lale-Hubell, the li ,ii I l.11, recognized law firm rating service. xperieince in Manatee and Sarasota Counties. The hiring of a lawyer is an important decision that should not be based solely upon advertisements. 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Day of prayer More than 30 people a ctidied i it All Island Denomination's National Day of Prayer celebration held.in the Anna Maria Island Butterfly Garden adjacent to Holmes Beach City Hall. This year's prayers, Scripture and songs focused on the theme "God shed His grace on thee" and the half-hour service passed without any forecast rain. Islander Photo: Nancy Ambrose '2 *Some Restrictions May Apply Our 30 min. workout gets you in and out and in shape! 4228 60th St. W., Bradenton 794-2878 5366 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach 779-2878 Financial seminar for elderly set A seminar to go into financial matters affecting the elderly is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 9. at the Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive. Raymond James & Associates will present the free program, along with the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce. Michael S. Vejins, Raymond James fi- nancial advisor, stressed that the session in strictly in- formational with no obligations. Guest speaker will be Jane Cox of Capitas Finan- cial. Representing the chamber will be its executive director, Mary Ann Brockman. Title of the seminar is "Will You Outlive Your Financial Assets in the Face of an Aging Population? - Protection Through Long-Term Care Alternatives," and topics to be covered are: How do I protect my spouse and family? How do I maintain my independence, i.e. to avoid financial and physical dependence on my children? How do I control my health care environment, i.e. to stay at home? How do I leave an estate to my children: Proof of my love? The chamber asks persons planning to attend the seminar call 779-9412 with RSVP. Other chamber events next week are a ribbon-cut- ting at Jessica's Beach Lounge on Seventh Street North in Bradenton Beach at 5 p.m. Monday, June 6, and a sunrise breakfast at 7:45 a.m. Wednesday, June 8, sponsored by Oswald Trippe & Co., at the Sun House Restaurant & Bar, 100 Bridge St., Bradenton Beach, with reservations to be made at 778-1541. Islander Higinbotham new president of sorority Pat Higinbotham of Anna Maria has been in- stalled as president of Sarasota-Manatee Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Alpha Iota sorority. Installed along with her in ceremonies at Free- dom Village, Bradenton, were Mary Webb, vice president programs; Erna Munsell, vice president yearbook; Marilyn Allen, vice president ritual; Alice Moerk, recording secretary; Mary Jett, trea- surer; and Mary Beth Gelsleichter, editor. Proceeds from the Pat Stenberg scholarship re- cital which the organization sponsored will be di- vided among the Florida West Coast Symphony music festival and education programs, Sarasota Archives, Sarasota Opera apprentice artists and youth opera, Venice Symphony youth program, Sarasota Pops Orchestra, Florida Voices, and Manatee Concert Band. Details may be obtained by calling 755-3432. $47,000 grant goes to FISH Preserve By Jim Hanson Islander Correspondent Just in time to bring a glow to the annual.meet- ing next evening, Cortez's Florida Institute for Salt- water Heritage was notified that it will get a $47,000 grant to help rehabilitate its FISH Preserve. The grant comes from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and is effective for one year beginning July 1, said Roger Allen, manager of the restoration project at the 1912-built schoolhouse adjacent to the Preserve. It is for use in clearing debris from creeks and ponds in the 95-acre- mostly untouched "old Florida" land, and restore the watershed's natural flow of water to Sarasota Bay. Joining FISH in this phase of the project will be the Sarasota Bay Estuary Program, which has partnered on other projects in the Preserve. This brings to nearly $130,000 the grants FISH has received to spruce up the Preserve, including $50,000 from the Selby Foundation and $30,000 from the Ocean Trust, Allen said. And, he told the annual meeting last Thursday at the Cortez Community Center, Fish & Wildlife's Gary Pridgeon encouraged FISH to apply for another $50,000 USF&W grant for the next phase of the Pre- serve program when the $47,000 stage is completed. Allen came in for lavish praise at the membership meeting, but he waved it off by reminding the FISH members that "everything that's been done since I arrived was based on work FISH and Cortez people have done over the past 10 years." Allen in turn said the historic fishing village owes "massive gratitude" to Chips Shore, Manatee County clerk of the circuit court, who is in charge of every- thing historic in the county and has "moved moun- tains for us" in helping get money and official support for the organization and its projects. He is a member of the FISH board of directors. The members filled two vacancies on the board by electing Plum Taylor and David Zaccagnino. The vacancies were created by the resignations of Judy Breuggman and Tim Caniff, who said they had trouble finding time to give the volunteer jobs the attention they deserved. Re-elected were Patty Banyas, Linda Molto, Maxine Myford-Jenkins and Zach Zacharias. Of- ficers of FISH have a year to go in their two-year terms. Allen Garner is president, Richard Culbreath vice president, Karen Bell treasurer, Jeri Culbeath corresponding secretary and Debra Hoffman recording secretary. "- Streetlife . Island police reports Anna Maria City May 22, 100 S. Bay Blvd., City Pier Restaurant, open door. Deputies responded to an alarm and secured a door leading to the kitchen. May 26, 100 block of North Bay Drive, drug arrest. Two juveniles were arrested for possession of mari- juana and alcohol when a deputy observed them drink- ing beer in a running vehicle parked at the city pier. Both subjects were released into the custody of their parents. Bradenton Beach May 21, 200 Gulf Drive N., BeachHouse Restau- rant, defratiding an innkeeper. A couple left without paying for their meal. May 21, 135 Bridge St., BridgeTender Inn, tres- passing. Officers responded to a report of an intoxi- cated woman causing a disturbance. According to the report, the woman refused to leave the bar after she was denied service. May 21, 2400 block of Avenue B, criminal mis- chief. A property owner reported that the PVC fence of his second-floor balcony was removed. May 23, 1800 Gulf Drive S., Coquina Park, traffic arrest. A man was arrested for driving with a suspended license. May 23, 1600 block of Gulf Drive North, drug ar- rest. Austin Gallop, 19, of Bradenton Beach, was ar- rested for possession drug paraphernalia and three grams of marijuana during a routine traffic stop. Holmes Beach May 21, 100 block of White Avenue, alcohol vio- Ouch! The driver of this vehicle in the Anna Maria Island Centre Shops on East Bay Drive in Holmes Beach ; meant to back up when exiting her parking space ::' last Friday around noon, but instead put the car into drive 6i N: and wentfbrward with near disastrous results. The car lurched onto the curb, just Missing some gas lines on S the other side. No one was l.i! cited in the incident, Holmes '* Beach police said, although there might have been some embarrassment. Islander Photo: Rebecca Barnett lation. A man was arrested for drinking alcohol in a restricted area. May 21, Marker No. 1 Sarasota, assist other agency. The Holmes Beach Police Department's ma- rine patrol officer was assisting the Sarasota Police Department on routine vessel inspections for safety equipment violations. According to the report, a pow- ered watercraft was stopped for being unregistered and in violation of a restricted area. The passenger was ar- rested on Sarasota County warrants and charged with intentionally giving a false name to avoid arrest. May 22, 800 block of Manatee Avenue West, driver's license. A man was arrested for driving with a revoked license and without a vehicle registration. May 22, 600 block of Manatee Avenue, drug ar- rest. Raul Gomez, 41, of Holmes Beach, and Heather Todd, 30, of Bradenton Beach, were arrested during a routine traffic stop. Gomez was charged with posses- sion of cocaine, marijuana and drug paraphernalia, and resisting arrest without violence. Todd was charged with possession of a scheduled drug not prescribed to her and obstruction. - May 22, 3000 block of Gulf Drive, battery. A 43- year-old woman was arrested for threatening her ex- husband. According to the report, she came to his resi- dence and began throwing rocks at a bedroom window and shouting. When her ex-husband came outside, she reportedly attempted to hit him with her car. May 24,4000 Gulf Drive, Manatee Public Beach, burglary. A man reported that some cash and credit cards were stolen from his wife's purse, which was secured in the trunk of their vehicle. May 26, 3600 block of Gulf Drive, driver's li- cense. A man was arrested for driving without a valid license. 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Information: 387-9519. 10a.m. to noon Volunteer recruitment coffee.at Mote Marine Laboratory, 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy., Sarasota. Information: 388-4441. Thursday, June 2 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Gentle yoga with Jasmine Boss at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-1908: Fee applies. Friday, June 3 6 to 10p.m. Village of the Arts open studio walk be- tween Ninth Street West and 14th Street West, Bradenton. Information: 730-5030. 7 p.m. "Gotta Dance" student performance at Bayshore High School, 5401 34th St. W., Bradenton. Infor- mation: 748-4476. Fee applies. 7 to 9 p.m. Teen night at the Anna Maria Island Com- munity Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-1908. 9p.m. -Cortez Yacht Club "Catch 'em and Cook 'em" Fishing Tournament and Fish Fry begins with a Captain's meeting at the Bayside Banquet Hall at 7 p.m., 119th St. W., Cortez. Information: 761-3300. Fee applies. Saturday, June 4 7:30 a.m. Guided nature walks at the Felts Audubon Preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto. Information: 737- 3169. 8:30 a.m. Kiwanis Club presents "All About Hurri- canes" with Holmes Beach Commissioner Don Maloney at Cafe on the Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE 9 a.m. Yoga with Jasmine Boss on the beach be- tween Spring Avenue and Pine Avenue, Anna Maria. Infor- mation: 778-4977. 10 a.m. to 5p.m. "Selby Saturdays: Tapestry of Giv- ing" free family admission and children's activities at Mote Marine Aquarium, 1700 Ken Thompson Pkwy., Sarasota. Information: 388-4441. 10:30 a.m. Wild bird rescue training class at the Peli- can Man's Bird Sanctuary, 1708 Ken Thompson Pkwy., Sarasota. Information: 388-4444. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Village of the Arts open studio walk between Ninth Street West and 14th Street West, Bradenton. Information: 730-5030. 4 p.m. Cortez Yacht Club Fish Fry at the Bayside Banquet Hall, 119th St. W., Cortez. Information: 761-3300. Fee applies Sunday, June 5 10 a.m. to noon Sierra Club outing at DeSoto Na- tional Memorial, 75th Street, Bradenton. Information: 748- 1668. Fee applies. Monday, June 6 8 a.m. to noon Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce presents "The Leadership Secrets of Santa Claus" with Tom Davenport at the Longboat Key Hilton, 4711 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Information: 383-2466. 8 a.m. to noon "Hooray for Hollywood" summer en- richment program at Miller Elementary School, 4201 Mana- tee Ave. W., Bradenton. Information: 741-3300. Fee applies. 9 a.m. to noon- "Serengeti Trek: Where Kids are Wild about God" vacation Bible school at Roser Memorial Com- munity Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778- 0414. Fee applies. 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Longboat Key Chamber of Com- merce presents "How Not to Market Your Business" with Andy Fox at the Longboat Key Hilton, 4711 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Information: 383-2466. 5 p.m.- Ribbon cutting at Jessica's Beach Lounge, Seventh Street, Bradenton Beach. Information: 778-1541. 6:30p.m. -Artists Guild of Anna Maria general meet- ing at the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Tuesday, June 7 2p.m. Open Circle Players children's program at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information,: 778-6341. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Longboat Key Chamber of Com- merce 'Business.After Hours Showcase" at the Lido Beach Resort, 700 Ben Franklin Drive, Lido Key. Information: 383- I massage in the peace, quiet and convenience of your home! More than 10 years on f Anna Maria Island. < Call Nadia 941.795.0887 We'll pay you when your income stops. ur plan is designed to provide you money when your income stops if you are disabled from sickness or accident. With disability income protection from Auto-Owners Insurance, you're protected anywhere in the world, 24 hours a day, on or off the job. 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Information: 778-1541. 8 to 11:30 a.m. Longboat Key Chamber of Com- merce presents "Everything You Wanted to Know About Small Business and Shouldn't Be Afraid to Ask" at the Longboat Key Hilton, 4711 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Information: 383-2466. 10:30 a.m. Book club meeting at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778- 6341. 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Longboat Key Chamber of Com- merce presents "A Road Map to Success" with Larry Face at the Longboat Key Hilton, 4711 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Information: 383-2466. Ongoing: "Serengeti Trek: Where Kids are Wild about God" va- cation Bible school at Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, through June 10. Information: 778-0414. Fee applies. Art Smart summer camp at the Longboat Key Center for the Arts, 6860 Longboat Drive S., Longboat Key, through June 16. Information: 383-2345. Fee applies. Art by Ruth Cade at Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, through June 30. Information: 778- 6648. "Hooray for Hollywood" summer enrichment program at Miller Elementary School, 4201 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, through July 1. Information: 741-3300. Fee ap- plies. "Bioquest" summer camp at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria, through Aug,-5. Information: 778-1908. Fee applies. Upcoming: Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce Small Business Person of the Year Award breakfast at the Hilton Longboat Key June 9. "Will You Outlive Your Financial Assets in the Face of an Aging Population?" seminar at the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce June 9. "Do Ya Do Ya Do Ya Wanna Dance" at the Bradenton Woman's Club June 11. Blood drive Islandwide, including The Islander office, June 11-12. South Florida Museum & Around the Bend Nature Tours summer camp at various waterfront locations June 13. 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I THE ISLANDER M JUNE 1, 2005 0 PAGE 13 Pine Avenue battle escalates, special meeting set By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter Anna Maria's planning and zoning board has come under fire from an attorney representing a home builder who has purchased two lots of the property on Pine Av- enue formerly occupied by Island Marine. The board at its May 23 meeting had questioned a Feb. 18 opinion by City Attorney Jim Dye that five single-family homes could be built on the five lots representing the former Island Marine, despite the fact that none of the lots are a minimum 7,500 square feet as required by the city code. The board had rec- ommended the city commission amend the ordi- nance pertaining to lot size in the city's residential- office-retail district and have Dye look at language in the comprehensive plan regarding lot size in the ROR district. Attorney Scott Rudacille, representing Centurion Home and "other clients in the city who could poten- tially be affected by the proposed amendment," claimed in a letter to City Commission Chairperson John Quam that one issue raised by the P&Z board "is Special meeting tomorrow on Pine Avenue-Island Marine Anna Maria City Commission Chairperson John Quam has scheduled a special meeting for 7 p.m. Thursday, June 2, to consider the request from the planning and zoning board that the commission review and amend the city ordi- nance pertaining to residential homes in the re- tail-office-residential district. The P&Z request also notes that it disagrees with City Attorney Jim Dye's opinion that five single-family homes can be built on the five lots that comprise the former Island Marine property on Pine Avenue. Since Dye's Feb. 18 opinion letter, at least two of the five lots are under contract for purchase. the potential liability the [board's] proffered amend- ment would create for the city." While he said the proposed amendment is about No date for Viens trial as defendant leaves Holmes Beach Federal prosecutors have not yet set a date for the trial of former Holmes Beach resident David Viens, accused of federal charges of conspiracy to distribute marijuana. Viens was originally arrested Jan. 6 on state drug charges, but those were dropped in March in favor of the federal case. Viens was re-arrested on March 31 by federal authorities and posted a lien against his house at 129 49th St. to satisfy the $250,000 bond. With permission from the U.S. District Court in Tampa, he has since relocated to Okeechobee City on Lake Okeechobee. According to Manatee County Sheriff's Of- fice records, Viens was previously convicted in 1993 in Vermont of violation of the Federal Nar- cotics Act. Viens and wife Dawn operated the Beach City Market & Grille in Bradenton Beach, which opened in April 2003, but closed shortly before Viens' January arrest. The property is currently for sale. The Viens also operated the Island Kitchen in Anna Maria several years ago before opening the Bradenton Beach market. NTCAR C TIld ue ling SevicesI S- UtN iv on.-Frl. 'r( am- rpm Sat., Sun., Holidays 73aam-Spm WALK-INS WELCOME We're available to tend to -your urgent care needs Fever/Infections Minor Lacerations Simple Fractures Sprains PINNACLE MEDICAL CENTER 315 75th Street West Bradenton 941-761-1616 Accounting Services Payroll & Payroll Taxes Financial Statements Income Tax Preparation Secretarial Services Electronic Filing BEN COOPER, E.A. Ben Cooper and Associates Inc. 3909 E. Bay Drive, Suite 110 Holmes Beach, FL, 34217 (Located across from Publix) (941)778-6118 Fax:(941)778-6230 benacooper@aol.com rMp~-o\vee, t1he Q w(aity Sof Yotm. Life, wJ Carol Greer Siemaszko B.A Ed, M A. PsyCh. CERTIFIED COUNSELOR AND IJFE COACH Peric' I lI.ind Brid.-i inrl (941) 794-1492 Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, ELCA 5 Pastor Tamara Wood Saturday 5pm Service of Celebration Sunday 9:30 am Worship Service Nursery available at 9:30am \ o wVw.glorladellulheran com -"'I .....I i 6608 Marina Drive .- \ \ W .. 9 .y Holmes Beach S778-1813 COMPOSITE DECKING & RAILINGS BY .Trex Pine Avenue, a number of other properties in the city could be adversely affected by changing the code. In his opinion and that of "other attorneys" in his law firm's land use department, the amendment would "potentially create an immediate cause of action" un- der Florida's Bert.Harris Property Rights Act. He also claimed that the city charter allows for lots that became nonconforming because of the city char- ter to be "grandfathered." Comprehensive plans, said Rudacille, are "broad land-use planning tools," and "single policies cannot be taken out of context and applied rigidly on a lot-by-lot basis." Rudcacille also blasted the board over its "treatment" of Dye, saying such "criticism" is "inappropriate." The city charter, said Rudacille, a former Island resident, states that the city attorney will provide legal advice to all city departments. Dye's Feb. 18 letter to the building department that gave the opinion that Rudacille's clients could build five single-family homes on the five lots was just Dye doing his job. "His proactive approach in issuing the opinion in a timely manner has likely protected the city from un- necessary liability to this point," said Rudacille. Peter Petres of Centurion Homes, who has a pur- chase contract for two of the Island Marine lots, added to the fire by asking what assurances Dye could give them "that we can close on these two parcels and pro- ceed with our plans to build residential construction on them." The P&Z board, said Petres, "does not share your thoughts. It appears they are vehemently opposed to residential construction on these particular lots," and that's obviously a cause for concern as "we plan to permit and construct residential homes." Petres asked Dye for assurances and Dye for- warded that request to Building Official Kevin Donohue. 3 s LOCATIONS IN RADNTON I &ANNA SRI i Assisted Living B W. ^ Quality Accommodations Sfor Seniors Sunny Bower Bradenton Marella house Bradenton Our Island Home Anna MEi . Family Owned (941) 219-2106 & Operated Assisted Living Facility * Affordable Monthly Rental Nos. 5178, 9577,10140 * Full Range of Services www.anniesfamilyhomes.com Don't worry, Ma'acn, he won't bug qou eAirnore! -v-v A)7i2~\ "Tropical Bugs Need A Tropical Service" CALL US FOR A FREE ESTIMATE Beaches Bradenton Sarasota Parrish 778-1337 794-1005 365-2893 776-0779 Full Service Exterior and Interior Now Accepting Visa "; and Mastercard Island Pest Control Inc. 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She was active with the Foreign Service Women's Association where she served a term as president, the United Nations Associa- tion, and the Phi Beta Kappa Association where she served as president of the chapter in Sarasota in 1997. She was active in the Holmes Beach Garden Club. Private services will be held in Delaware later this year. She is survived by son Scott Virden of Ukiah, Ca- lif.; daughter and Joy Greer of Pacific Grove, Calif.; and six grandchildren. Dr. George Curry Dr. George Curry, 88, of Bradenton and formerly of Holmes Beach, died May 23. Born in Dover, En- gland, Dr. Curry retired to Holmes Beach from Colum- bia, S.C., and lived there for 25 years. He served in the r intelligence corps of the British Army from 1939-47, S attaining the rank of major S and serving in France, SNorth Africa and Italy. He earned his Ph.D. at the Uni- 4. e versity of Chicago and Curry served as professor history, assistant to the president and secretary of the board of trustees at the Univer- sity of South Carolina for 30 years. He spent a year as a charter professor at New College in Sarasota. He performed one-man shows of Charles Dickens Read- ings. Memorial services will be at 4 p.m. Saturday, June 4, at Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. He is survived by wife Ruth; and stepsons Alex and Boradus Thompson and Gene Andress. Shbeach Where the locals bring theirfriends! 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It is the subject on an ongoing court case based on an application from owner Frank Davis to build four condominium units where the house once stood. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin Fill 'er up Holmes Beach Mayor Carol Whitmore happened by the West Manatee Fire and Rescue District "Boot Drive," a fundraiser held May 21-22 at three intersections on the Island and in Bradenton, for the Muscular Dystro- phy Association at just the right moment for a donation and a photo. Firefighters collected $7,138 for the charity that helps families and individuals affected by some 43 neuromuscular diseases annually. Islander Photo: J.L. Robertson tres ciIc. CONTINENTAL BISTiIn Award-winning cuisine without surfside pricing! BRUNCH AND LUNCH Wed.-Sat. 1 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. SUNDAY BREAKFAST AND LUNCH from 8 a.m. DINNER Wed.-Sun. from 5:30 p.m. (Closed Mon./Tues.) Dinner Reservations Requested 5406 Marina Drive Holmes Beach 778-5320 'CapalbosI I House of Pizza Buffet Special I with the w I purchase of 3 a soft drink. 792-5300 10519 Cortez Road W. Mon-Sat 11 am-1 pm Sunday Noon-9pm PLEASE PRESENT COUPON EXPIRES JUNE 30, 2005 liII I I !III I I i I I iliI II P" WE'RE WHERE YOU'LL FIND... THE FRESHEST SEAFOOD AND THE BEST VIEW FOR ISLAND DINING ..... 1.1.1. ,-. .- 7 .. _. i .. .,- . I' '' 'L* . .', : ... :, . S . h I B THE ISLANDER 0 JUNE 1, 2005 M PAGE 15 Restored Belle Haven Store open The historic Belle Haven General Store, re- stored by the Anna Maria Island Historical So- ciety, is open for business in Anna Maria City. It is 85 years since the building was built at the end of the City Pier, and 79 years since it fell off the pier into Tampa Bay. Lyman Christy bought it then for $125, dried it out and restored enough for use. It has been used as a residence and a store since, until the historical society acquired it for restoration and use as a historic artifact. Now it is as good as new probably better - and open for business on the grounds of the Anna Maria Island Historical Museum, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Hours are the same as the museum's, 10 a.m.-noon Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. Details may be obtained -by phoning 778-0492. Very historic society Members of the Anna Maria Island Historical Society board of directors gathered at the recently restored Belle Haven Cottage in Anna Maria May 31 to celebrate the opening of the home to the public. From left are Paula Tripp, Barbara Burda, Annie Simmons, Elizabeth Moss, Betty Yanger, Carolyne Norwood, Gail Garneau and Anna Maria City Commissioner Linda Cramer, who lived in the house for a number of years. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin SCIHNITZELIIAUS .. 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Islander Photo: Nancy Ambrose New yoga class starting next week at Center "Gentle yoga" taught by Jasmine Boss will be Thursday from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., the Anna Maria Is- land Community Center has announced. The program will begin this Thursday, June 2. Cost is $5 for members, $8 for nonmembers. The Center is at 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Further informa- tion is available at 778-1908. 'Signs of God's Love' theme of Gloria Dei Bible school Gloria Dei Lutheran Church will sponsor a free vacation Bible school June 20-24, with children pre- kindergarten to fifth-grade urged to sign up well in ad- vance. There will be snacks, games, music, Bible stories, crafts and other attractions, the church said. It will be from 9 a.m.-noon at the church, 6608 Marina Driie, Holmes Beach. They may register and obtain further information by calling 778-1813. EAT-IN OR 00 OFF II TAKE-OUT00 OFF I -- ,, Any Size Pizza I \I :- FREE DELIVERY! 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There is even more good stuff available if you register by June 6. Call 778-5900 for more details. Capt. Thom Smith at Angler's Repair on Cortez Road said he and his charters reeled in a bunch of red- fish and trout last week, using live and artificial baits, plus some catch-and-release snook. Most of the best action came from Sarasota.Bay, he added. Bill Lowman at Island Discount Tackle at Catchers Marina in Holmes Beach said inshore fish- ers are still catching redfish and trout in great numbers right now. Offshore action includes lots of dolphin and wahoo while trolling out in the Gulf of Mexico. Capt. Wayne Jenthner ofWolfmouth Charters out of Longboat Key said his offshore charters are pro- ducing lots of grouper, snapper and blackfin tuna, Cortez fishing tourney this weekend The Cortez Yacht Club will hold its Second An- nual Catch'em and Cook'em Fishing Tournament and Fils Fr\ next Friday and Saturday, June 3-4. Fishing can start anytime past 9 p.m. Friday but must be weighed in by 4 p.m. at Bayside Banquet Hall Saturday, according to event organizers. Entry fee is $75 per boat, with fishers under the age of 16 allowed to enter at no charge. Cash prizes will be awarded for both offshore and inshore boaters, with $1,900 total offered for the top finishers $500 for first place, $250 for second, $50 for third. Junior divi- sion has a $150 first place award, $100 for second, and $50 for third. A captains meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Friday at Bayside Banquet Hall on the Bay next to Cortez Kitchen at 119th St. W. in "downtown" Cortez. There will also be a fish fry and BYOB cookout party there -from 4-11 p.m. Saturday with live music for a fee of $10 for adults, $5 for youths, reservations required. For further information, call Randy Stewart at 761- 3300 I~-~.;;~; I~;?:l~,r;T~=r?.~,~Fl~rPCIYSL~?S~~ I r -:-.---_ ::i d .-._p: ~i,. --iii -6-.'-+I- 1.,- -.. li- c -.-- + ,. .-": ------ ---~----;-; ~k ': wi~-- t;l ~II. ~~s --~~-~C~"'~~--- - r;- u--- i-,~ . s- 1~s~B ,---.--~ ~Fp ~ ..., I .." 1- i. ;'" -~"i if~1;-4EP I- I- ... ---- Sizeable snook Joe Mitchell of Tampa caught and released this 36-inch snook while fishing, with Capt. Tom Chaya last week. while inshore action includes trout and large, large tar- pon. He's also.doing some nighttime charters and pro- ducing lots of mangrove snapper to 7 pounds and gag grouper to 15 pounds. Bob Kilb at the Rod & Reel Pier said fishing has been a little slow at the pier; but there have been some hookups of blue runners, spadefish, mackerel. and catch-and-release snook at night. Cliff Alcorn at the Anna Maria City Pier said there were a few mackerel caught last week, plus some small bonnethead sharks, flounder and catch-and-re- lease snook caught at night. Dave Johnson at Snead Island Crab House said he's hearing good reports of catch-and-release snook from Terra Ceia Bay, some mangrove snapper along the shipping channel in Tampa Bay, and mackerel out in front of Terra Ceia Bay. There are also reds coming from Miguel Bay, Dave said. Capt. Rick Gross on Fishy Business out of Catchers Marina in Holmes Beach said he's catching lots of redfish and catch-and-release snook, plus some trout. At Perico Island Bait and Tackle, the best word in fishing was trout from the seagrass flats in the back- waters around Palma Sola Bay and Anna Maria Sound. There were also some good reports of good-size sharks coming out of Tampa Bay, with one 6-foot bull shark coming onto the dock. Capt. Tom Chaya on the Dolphin Dreams in Holmes-Beach out of Catchers said he's catching some mackerel and mangrove snapper offshore, plus trout and redfish in the backwaters. Capt. Zach Zacharias on the Dee-Jay II out of Annie's Bait & Tackle in Cortez said he's putting his charters onto snook to 40 inches in length, redfish to 25 inches, trout to 25 inches, plus flounder and jacks. The beach fishing has been producing a slew of mackerel to 28 inches as well as a few small kingfish. On my boat Magic, we've caught lots of redfish - up to 20 per trip on most outings as well as a 20-pound cobia and seven snook that could have been keepers if the season had permitted on one trip-last week. Good luck and good fishing. Capt. Mike Heistand is a 20-year-plus fishing guide. Call him at 723-1107 to provide a fishing report. Prints and digital images of your catch are also welcome and may be dropped off at The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, or e-mailed to news@islander.org. Please. include identificationforpersons in thepicture along with information on the catch and a name and phone number for more information. Snapshots may be retrieved once they appear in the paper. Nesting turtles arriving on Anna Maria Island ... slowly By Jim Hanson Islander Correspondent The turtles are coming ashore on Anna Maria Is- land, but their numbers are far behind last year's at this time and last year was a bummer, only 96 nests- instead of an expected 200. Four loggerheads have succeeded in nesting so far this year, and four others didn't make it but left their tracks, said Suzi Fox, who holds the state sea turtle preservation permit and directs the Island Turtle Watch volunteers who monitor turtle activities. All four nests are on an Anna Maria City beach, all of them moved by Turtle Watch to get them clear of the perils of the beach renourishment project. Two were originally in Holmes Beach, two in Anna Maria. Adult marine turtles return to nest on the beach which incubated them and sent them to sea, and Fox can't quite figure out why there are so comparatively few at this point in the nesting season, which runs from May-October. "I guess it's because of the cold," she said, "but "the last few days have been fairly warm. The water is slower to warm up, so that's probably a big factor." Fishermen, boaters, divers and pilots.report seeing quite a few of the big reptiles on the surface of the Gulf offshore, so Turtle Watch volunteers' hopes are high for a rush of nests. There have been two strandings, dead turtles that have floated ashore on the Island. A resident called Sunday to report that a boater had seen a motionless loggerhead floating off the tip of Anna Maria, but a KJ search proved fruitless. Then Monday morning there was a dead turtle on the beach at Willow Avenue to add to the obituary list; another had been found earlier. The latest one was emaciated and had other prob- lems similar to those that nearly killed "Sherlock" last year, but it was too old to be Sherlock returning, said Fox. Sherlock was nearly dead when found, and Turtle Moving a nest S. : '-:-'- from Willow.to White in _.--N preparation .of ; :- the beach Srenourishment '- ..- ''- '"."--- project were Ed Sterba, Doria SDiaz, Christian Diaz, Debbie Basilius and Bill George. 9 .v Islander Photo: Courtesy Suzi Fox Watch volunteers lugged it ashore and Mote Marine Laboratory collected it, nursed it to health and sent it back to the Gulf. This one, too, is going to Mote for post-mortem study. Fox reminded the public to be careful on seeing a turtle on the beach: "Be very quiet and don't approach it. And call,me at 778-5638." ~l~i~i~F~-~i~s~i~"~OBB~Ba~~ ~ii~l~"~F~a~ses~q~qaD THE ISLANDER 0 JUNE 1, 2005 M PAGE 19 Widespread wetland loss in Florida ongoing issue It would appear that what has long been suspected has been quantified we are losing wetlands in Florida at an alarming rate despite so-called legal pro- tections, and that mitigation efforts are woefully inad- equate to restore the vital ecosystems. St. Petersburg Times reporters Craig Pittman and Matthew Waite have reported that the state has lost 84,000 acres of wetlands in the past 15 years to devel- opments. The process was approved by federal, state, regional and local agencies in the form of 12,000 per- mits and only one denial. Florida is second only to Alaska in sheer volume of wetlands, with 11.2 million acres. You look at the total and then the acreage lost to development and it doesn't look all that bad, until you think about 84,000 acres as a lot of downed mangroves, cypress stands and freshwater marshes. To replace a wetland with a housing development or shopping center, a whole slew of permit applications taking up to a year or more for approval must be ob- tained. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is the final arbiter in the permitting scheme. In the early 1970s, the Corps began following a policy referred to as "no net loss." The key element of the policy was mitigating destroyed wetlands by build- ing new wetlands in another location. In theory, it seems to make sense. In practice, it's another matter. See, wetlands can take decades to develop. They're pretty fragile, easily disturbed by salinity changes in the water, water table changes due to drought or flooding, and myriad other factors. Wetlands are also a slow-growing enterprise. In the case of mangroves, figure a 10-foot-high tree is about 10 years old. Contrast that with, say, an exotic Brazilian pep- per tree, which seem to grow about an inch a minute. The Corps requires something like a 1.5 to 1 ratio of restored wetland to lost wetland, and requires the developer to monitor for something like five years, is- suing the government a periodic report on how the spindly little plants are doing. But the Corps seldom does its own inspections on the mitigation projects, and the projects don't generally do so well. And if a mangrove forest takes decades to develop into something of environmental worth, five years is. a pretty paltry time for a new growth attempt to make any type of a foray into the good of Mother Nature. Wetland worth So what's the good of a swamp, anyway? Well, its worth plenty to a lot of bugs, birds, fish, crabs and other critters. Besides providing homes, food and places to hide for all our little finny, scaly and feathered friends, wet- lands can help protect the shoreline from erosion. Marshes also do an excellent job of filtering man- made and man-produced nutrients like fertilizer and pesticides carried by stormwater runoff from reaching the bays and Gulf of Mexico. Imagine a marsh as a big A/C filter that never has to be cleaned. Wetlands also offer a buffer to floodwaters and serve as a windbreak in storms. No, a 50-foot man- grove probably won't withstand 140-mph winds in a hurricane, but its chances are a lot better than a 50-foot Australian pine. A whole lot better. LCAAPTMxK1' CHATER L oc a c~ dle-7 -1*ie Then and now In "A Historical Geography of Southwest Florida Waterways, Volume Two, Placida Harbor to Marco Island," Dr. Gustavo Antonini, David Fann and I wrote and illustrated the changes that took place in that region of the state, following up an earlier book that included the channels and waterways from Anna Maria Island to Lemon Bay. Dredge and fill \as a fact of life for Florida for de- cades. Muck from bays and creeks was pumped over \ etlands to make \ a\ for waterfront t homes. Canals were dredged through mangro\ es, with the fill dumped on the banks behind seawalls to allow more houses. Key Royale was created thus on a spit of land called School Key. But it was much, much more extensive at points south. "Historical Geography," states, "The peaceful com- munities and cities of today give little indication of recent conflicts in the region. In fact, few locations in the nation have received as much attention from federal, state, re- gional and local managers and regulators of waterway and coastal development as has Southwest Florida. "Pressure from developers to dredge and fill vast tracts of land for home construction behind seawalls and embankments prompted statewide attention and federal actions, which resulted in the curbing of permits that allowed growth and caused massive changes in the way Florida's leaders and the developers viewed and permitted development. "Some interests favored waterway construction to benefit navigationand riverine commerce. Meanwhile, land-oriented interests advocated waterways as great drainage ditches for quickly removing unwanted water from valuable agricultural acreage. The result was heated debate and dramatic changes." Maybe-not all that dramatic a set of changes after all. 'Hoot' bust for us, boon for Boca Grande The movie "Hoot," based on Florida author Carl Hiaasen's children's novel of the same name, appar- ently will be filmed in Boca Grande later this summer. Location scouts were looking at Anna Maria Island and Cortez as a possible locale for the film. Hiaasen and Jimmy Buffett are producing, Wil Shriner will direct. Yes, it's that Jimmy Buffett, and the fact his sister lives in Boca probably had something to do with that island getting the location win. 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A library without books According to a news report in the Tampa Tribune, the University of Texas library in Houston is getting rid of its books in order to make room for a "24-hour elec- tronic information commons, a fast-spreading phenom- enon that is transforming research and study -on cam- puses around the country." In lieu of books, the library will feature something called "software suites," which are "modules with'com- puters where students can work collaboratively at all hours, plus art expanded center for writing instruction and a center for computer training, technical assistance and repair." Sounds like one big computer class, doesn't it? It's not like the books are being burned, though. They'll find a new home within the Texas university system and reference texts will remain. The move to a computer world is one that is needed, if not demanded, by students. And the 24-hour day is also a reflection on the study habits of college kids. As one library administrator put it, "They live in an electronic world. We talk about a 9-to-5 day, but they work on a fundamentally opposite schedule 9 to 5 at night." Sandscript factoid According to Pittman and Waite of the Times, "Three years ago the Corps approved requests by lime- stone mining companies to destroy 5,400 acres of wet- lands at the ends of the Everglades. What's left are life- less lakes 90 feet deep that are 'probably not nearly as valuable as the wetland that was there before they dug the hole,'" one official said. Why issue the permits, then? As another Corps official put it, "The regulatory program doesn't say we're out here to deny permits. 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Jordan Sebastiano, who led the league in hitting for . most of the year, earned the prestigious Bill Ogden Sportsmanship Award, while Shawn Conover and William Brusso shared rookie-of-the-year honors. Tommy Price earned the batting title, hitting a robust .659 for the season, which broke a modern-day Center record for highest average. The Joe Maggio Most Valuable Player award went to Morgan Stanley's Zach Even, who beat out challeng- ers like teammate Matt Bauer, Tommy Price of WMFD and Duncan Real Estate's Jordan Sebastiano. In last week's column, I misidentified a Duncan player who came through with a big hit. It was Patrick Edwards who hit a three-run triple on Friday, May 20, to help Duncan defeat Morgan Stanley by a 12-9 score. Speaking of Duncan Real Estate, the team defeated WMFD 15-8 on Monday, May 23, to finish 7-7-2 and alone in second place. Edwards again did his part scor- ing two runs as did Jake Rappe, Glenn Bower, Austin Wash and Trevor Bystrom. Troy Kozewski led the way for Duncan, going 2-for-4 with three runs scored, while Bystrom added three singles in four trips to the plate. Wash and Glenn Bower each had two hits for Duncan, including a double by Bower, while Jordan Sebastiano also added a double and one run scored. Daniel Janisch had two singles and a double and Grant Bower added a single to complete the hit parade for Duncan Real Estate. Tommy Price led WMFD at the plate with a pair of singles and three runs scored while Blake Wilson added two hits and two runs scored. Shawn Conover singled and scored for WMFD who also received singles from Michael Dolan and Jonah Castor in the loss. Sign up now for Her-icane golf challenge The Manatee High Her-icanes girls' soccer team is hosting a fundraising golf tournament at the esteemed Bradenton Country Club on Saturday, Aug. 27, at 1 p.m. For only $100 per golfer, you can test your golf skills at Bradenton's most exclusive and challenging layout in a four-person scramble. All players who register before the Aug. 1 deadline will receive a goody bag, cart and greens fees, a ban- quet after the tournament and guaranteed fun through- out-the day. Also on tap are a straightest-drive contest, two closest-to-the-pin contests, a putting contest and raffles for tons of prizes. The field is limited to the first 100 golfers, so don't delay. Sign up now! The Her-icanes are also looking for sponsors for the tournament. For $800, your business can purchase the Hat Trick package, which consists of a foursome in the tournament including the banquet, a tee or green sign on the course and a banner which will be displayed at all Manatee Her-icane home soccer games, A golden goal sponsorship package includes a foursome and a tee or green sign on the course for $500, or you can simply purchase a tee or green sign for the tournament for $175. 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Private one short block to beach, direct beach open decks, large picture windows, access, peeks of Gulf. Move-in condition, great views of lake. Asking Seawall and dock. Zoned duplex. Extras! $750,000. MLS 502297. Asking $850,000. MLS 502321. Call Stephanie Bell, (941) 920-5156, or Frank Migliore, (941) 778-2307. SERVING THE AREA SINCE 1970 MLS HEATHER HILLS Affordable, spacious, open, bright and well maintained 2BR/2BA home with large kitchen and breakfast bar. Newer appliances, air-conditioner and hot water heater. offered at $82,900. For more information... Call Piroska Planck 941-730-9667 or Laura McGeary 941-704-3708 Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate Inc. THE ISLANDER 0 JUNE 1, 2005 M PAGE 21 KEY ROYALE HOME Beautiful Key Royale home with family room, formal dining room and eat-in kitchen. Located on the end of canal and -. across the street from Bay. New tile flooring and kitchen com- pletely remodeled with cherry wood cabinets, corian counter tcpE .i:l .-,r.,ar.t In rbth Hm t.e p':.:.l overlooking canal with two-car garage. Fantastic bay view if second addition was added. $1,200,000. SARASOTA BAYVIEW! SUPER LOCATION Duplex or single family home located on Sarasota Bay with gorgeous open water views of mangroves, Intracoastal and bay. Home consists of 4BR/ 4BA, newer kitchen and master bath with jacuzzi tub and two boat docks with vacant lot on bay. Offered at $959,900. ISLAND CONVENIENCE STORE WITH GAS Super opportunity to own Island business! Offered at: $199,500 & Inventory. .Deborah Thrasher RE/MAX Excellence S (941)518-7738 4N (941) 383-9700 DebMThrash@aol.com ANNA MARIA IS ISLAND C REAL ESTATE LLC PLAYA ENCANTADA 2BR/2BA Elegant condo in superb Gulffront com- plex. Beautifully turnkey furnished, totally renovated. This is an outstanding unit in one of the Island's fin- est condominiums. Jacuzzis, tennis, secured heated pool, under-building parking. Gorgeous walking beach. $879,900. KEY WEST-STYLE POOL HOME 2BR/2BA Spectacular home with very private in- ground pool. Beautifully desi nd decorated. Ceramic tile, gourmet ast bar, sepa- rate bedro P 1ing, walk-in closets, screened p 5'oking pool area. Really elegant! Large garage could accommodate several cars, boat or motor home. Fenced yard, very private. Immaculate, North Holmes Beach. Short walk to private beach. $699,900. GULFFRONT MARTINIQUE NORTH 2BR/2BA Gulffront condo. Beautifully renovated, all new! Ceramic tile, turnkey furnished, deluxe kitchen, new windows, power storm shutters and garage. Pan- oramic view of the Gulf, the beach and from the east balcony, the Skyway bridge! Walk to restaurants and shopping center. Elegant! $969,900. TERRA CEIA WATERFRONT 2-3BR/3BA Waterfront home on Terra Ceia Bay. Updated, open floor plan, new kitchen and master bath, ceramic tile, caged in-ground pool, metal roof, boat dock. Gorgeous view. $739,900. ISLAND TOWNHOUSE 2BR/1.5BA courtyard-patio town house. Central Holmes Beach, very close to shopping, restaurants and beach. Open plan, breakfast bar, front and rear porches, balcony, renovated. Excellent rental. No condo fees. $469,000. DIRECT GULFFRONT CONDO 1BR/1.5BA Seaside Beach House condo. Turnkey furnished in intimate, private complex with gorgeous view of Gulf. Very nicely furnished, Sautillo tile, beau- tiful walking beach, heated pool, excellent rental. $799,900. PERICO ISLAND CONDO 2BR/2BA Turnkey condo. Nicely furnished in great Westside location. Close to Anna Maria Island beaches. Heated pool, tennis, clubhouse with fitness room, carport. Short drive to shopping and restau- rants. $359,900. ANNUAL RENTALS From $700 / month SEASONAL RENTALS Condos/Homes: $500 week / $1,000 month 779-0202 (800) 732-6434 ANNA MARIA E MLs Si iiCoast REAL ESTATE LLC Island Shopping Center 5402 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, Florida 34217 www.suncoastinc.com f-Bay Realty \ of Anna Maria Inc. K) 778-7244 7e. t..e 4 wta et "4<.e 4 " ,f wsfate .SK if rf y' -. 6sa '^^ "^ i:tC ^ GULFVIEW LUXURY ISLAND HOME Executive Anna Maria home with views of the Gulf of Mexico. Experience paradise in luxury one house off of the beach on a quiet, desirable location. This home offers 3BR/2BA, hardwood flooring, quality doors, windows and fixtures, custom cabinetry, Corian countertops, custom lighting, dumbwaiter and plenty of storage. Tastefully furnished with a touch of island flavor. Offered at $1,495,000. j1 I SII "r, ~k~ r(l! rst! -*- i isaP I .a~:~~i-'cl a BEST BUY IN BRADENTON BEACH Great investment property in a wonderful neighborhood. This 2BR/2BA el- evated duplex boasts tile floors, cathedral ceilings, skylights' and balconies! Close to everything, 2 blocks to the gulf. One block to bay or park. Low maintenance and newer appliances. Plenty of storage. $549,000. _P#m -- -I-- SPECTACULAR INTERIOR UPDATES No detail was over- looked in this 3BR/2BA island home! This home offers awesome granite counters, beautiful travertine natural stone floors, all new appliances, paint, furniture, landscap- ing and much more! And, it'- all less than a block to the beach! Call today for an appointment. $649,900. GULF VIEW TOWNHOME Fabulous Gulf views from this well maintained 2BR/2.5BA turnkey furnished townhome. Large balconies overlook the Gulf from both floors, watch the sunsets every evening! Weekly rentals are allowed and the property has storage and covered parking. $599,000. BEST BUY ON LONGBOAT KEYIII 2BR/2BA freestand- ing villa with wood floors. Private beach access, marina, boat slips. 55-plus. $349,000. THE TERRACE A tastefully done 2BR/2BA turnkey condo with a heated pool, beautiful landscaping, private garage and only a block to the beach on the west side of Gulf Drive! Great income potential! $459,000. DELIGHTFUL ISLAND DUPLEX Great location just one block from the beach on a quiet street. Each side has 2BD with screened-in lanai. New landscaping and a fresh look! Great in- vestment or seasonal home with rental unit. $589,000. (800)771-6043 (941)778-7244 5309 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach www.gulfbayrealty.com ROYAL GARDEN ESTATES Great location, just five minutes to the beach. Quiet, 55-plus subdivision. Turnkey furnished, nice corner lot. "Triple-wide" 1- 2BR/2BA with spacious enclosed lanai and spectacu- lar fragrant jasmine over carport. Perfect winter re- treat. $140,000. CUTE AS A BUTTON Remodeled 2BR/2BA. Short walk to beach. Tile floors throughout, large living room and heated pool. $685,000. KEY ROYAL CANAL Remodeled 3BR/2BA, tile throughout, new carpet in bedrooms, all new appli- ances, new kitchen and bathrooms. Canal end with great view to Bimini Bay. Very large lot with room for pool or expansion. $895,000. I~~l"i~a~l amor-momm RNMI'~ll~ PAGE 22 E JUNE 1, 2005 a THE ISLANDER Sports CONTINUED FROM PAGE 20 called to share information about PAL football and to gauge the interest level among Island youth. Center athletic director Andy Jonatzke was encour- aged by the turnout. "The turnout was pretty good con- sidering there were 24 potential players playing in a Little League baseball game." Jonatzke said the Cen- ter will continue accepting applications for the next three or four weeks. PAL has four age/weight divisions starting with flag football for ages 6-7 (as of September 1). Flag football carries no weight restrictions. Mighty Mites must be age 8-10 and under 125 pounds, while JV is for 11- to 12-year-olds under 145 pounds. The oldest di- vision is varsity for age 13-14 players who are under 165 pounds. For more information, call Jonatzke at 778-1908. AMICC basketball heats up summer The Anna Maria Island Community Center's sum- mer basketball camp is now accepting applications. Players ages 9-13 are encouraged to sign up for one of two sessions at a cost of $35 for members and $50 for non-members. Players receive a camp jersey and trophies will be awarded for various categories such as shooting, de- fense, sportsmanship and most improved. Session 1 runs Monday-Friday, June 6-17 from noon-2 p.m. ex- cept the first day, which starts at 11 a.m. Session 2 runs runs noon-2 p.m. Monday-Friday, July 18-29. Registration deadline is May 31 for both sessions. For more information, contact Jonatzke at-778- 1908. PLEASE SEE SPORTS, NEXT PAGE Anna Maria Island Little League AAA final standings Team Name Won Lost Tied WMFD 9 7 0 Duncan Real Estate 7 7 2 Morgan Stanley 6 8 2 Batting champ Tommy Price, sportsmanship winner Jordan Sebastiano, top rookies Shawn Conover and William Brusso and league MVP Zach Even pose with their hard- ware. Islander Photos: Kevin Cassidy WMFD AAA Little League Champs: Alex Burgess, Jonah Caster, Connor Cloherty, Shawn Conover, Michael Dolan, Joseph Fara, Joey Hutchinson, Max Moneuse, Trent Marshall, Hunter Parrish, Tommy Price, Justin Succa, Elijah Toussaint and Blake Wilson. SALES & RENTALS 419 Pine Ave., Anna Maria FL 34216 PO Box 2150 (941) 778-2291 EVENINGS 778-2632 FAX (941) 778-2294 S!7ncofri~cr'/e 4'^9Font27ae&ence This sumpti .... breathtaking ,. spectacular craftsmans decor comb room offers A i' beach front I y;" wet bar with Plus a high t TV screen marble, gas Sin kitchen _-, has hand- some white lacquered cabinets,.black granite countertops, subzero refrigerator and handy butler's pantry with deep sink and extra refrigerator. There are 12-foot ceilings with delightful Casablanca fans throughout and beautifully tiled floors and bathrooms with first class fittings and fixtures. The master suite is nothing short of luxurious, offering a 6-foot jacuzzi plus deck side hot tub, spacious sitting area with fireplace and built-in entertainment center, his and hers walk- in cedar closets with built-in drawers and shelves and a raised platform bed with fabulous Gulf views. Other features include a paneled elevator, lovely curving staircase with tile and marble steps, security system, 4-zone central air and heat system and electronically controlled storm shutters. The distinctive brick driveway is designed in a pretty fan pattern and the beautiful double front door boasts an etched blue heron and sea grasses. Showings by appointment only. R OC UR Visit our Web site uous 4BR/3.5BA Gulffront masterpiece offers g views of sea, sand and sky on Anna Maria's r north end! First class construction, quality hip, superlative appointments and stunning line to form this splendid showcase. The living sliding glass doors opening onto the dazzling veranda. Other appointments include a striking refrigerator, ice maker and Corian countertops :ech built-in entertainment center with a six-foot and surround sound. There is a lovely Seated fireplace. The cheerful, gourmet eat- mo- i ~e~jLIiri U 7 - * at www.betsyhills.com FRESH MULLET SALE HATS $12 T-SHIRTS ML,XL $10, - XXL 512 941-778-7978 or www.islander.org 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach SThe flbsten Team k Professional REALTORS representing iBi I buyers and sellers with Heather Absten, P.A. HonestV, Jenni 941-807-4661 Integrit, 94 H.eather -bsren@Iyahoo.com ennif Results! __-- ~ I _I -- --uU-- -r \ fer Absten, P.A. 1-345-7002 erAbscenSmsr, com GULFVIEW ARCHITECT'S DREAM HOME Executive Anna Maria home with views of the Gulf of Mexico. Experience paradise in luxury one house off the beach on a quiet, desirable location. This home offers 3BR/ 2BA, hardwood flooring, quality doors, windows and fix- tures, custom cabinetry,Corian breakfast bar, custom light- ing,dumbwaiter and plenty of storage. Tastefully furnished with a touch of island flavor. Offered at $1,495,000. BRING YOUR BOAT SHOES AND YOUR FLIP-FLOPS! 300 feet from the beach! Completely renovated home with heated pool surrounded by lush, tropical land- scaping. Beautiful flooring, natural stone and red Oak. Tastefully turnkey furnished. Perfect beach house! Separately deeded deep water boat dock included! $829,000. DELIGHTFUL DUPLEX Great location. 2BR each side, screened lanai, new land- scaping and a fresh new look. Just one and a half blocks from the beach! Great investment property or seasonal home with rental potential. $589,000. ea4ps yTfulf-Bay Realty of Anna Maria Inc. 5309 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach .' y & Property Management, Sales, Vacation Rentals office (941) 798-9191 toll free (888) 774-6880 fax (941) 778-0595 e-mail SurfsideRealty@aol.com www.surfside-realty.us Scott and Tammy Barr 713-7200 Jonathan Wright 812-0239 Robin Cox 730-3169 ~C~`4 c ~u'lil THE ISLANDER M JUNE 1, 2005 0 PAGE 23 Sports CONTINUED FROM PAGE 22 Key Royale Golf news Penny Williams shot a 28 to win the Key Royale Golf Club's low net Class A women' golf tourney on Tuesday, May 24. Williams, who also won the "tee-to- green" competition with a 19, beat out Dorothy McKinna who finished with a 30. Diane Miller shot 32 to finish in third place while also garnering a 22 in the "tee-to-green" game. Class B winners were Ruth Williamson and Sally Keyes, who tied for first with a 37, while Dolores Jorgenson finished in second with a 38. World's largest 3v3 soccer tourney. coming soon Local athletes are invited to participate in Kick-It's 3v3 Soccer Shootout at the Joe DiMaggio Sports Com- plex in Clearwater. The complex, located at 2450 Drew St., will host the tournament Saturday and Sunday, June 25-26 To register for the tourney or to get more informa- tion, go to www.kickit3v3.com or call 1-888-997-7529. The Kick-It tournament provides local soccer aficiona- dos with fast, high-scoring soccer coupled with music, games and other activities. Teams also ha\ e the oppor- tunity to qualify for the World Championships at Disney's Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando. Anna Maria Island Little League AAA hitting leaders Name 1. Tommy Price 2. Jordan Sebastiano 3. Blake Wilson 4. Zach Even 5. Trevor Bystrom 5. Matt Bauer 6. Troy Kozewski 6. Austin Wash 7. Zach Evans 8. Glenn Bower Team WMFD Duncan WMFD M. Stanley Duncan M. Stanley Duncan Duncan M. Stanley Duncan Batting Average .659 .569 .564 .486 .486 .450 .455 .455 .429 .415 Duncan Real Estate: Travis Belsito, Glenn Bower, Grant Bower, Trevor Bystrom, Kyle Crum, Patrick Edwards, Alex Hall, Troy Kozewski, Max Miller, Daniel Pimentel, Jake SRappe, Jordan I Sebastiano and Austin Wash. Morgan Stanley: Matt Bauer, Nicole Botero, William Brusso, Zach Evans, Zaihi Evi. Giorgio Gomez, Sarah Howard, Katie Hunt, Daniel Janisch, Johnny Mattay, Martine Miller, Kyle Parsons, and Blake Rivers. PAGE 24 0 JUNE 1, 2005 M THE ISLANDER Tslard Biz His own renaissance Mike Hershberger spent more than 20 years , in the computer world as a high-level consultant and IT professional to Fortune. 100 companies across the'country. But he always wanted to share his knowledge with small business owners and con- sumers. That's why he and wife Patty started Computer Renaissance at 4405 14th St. W. at the Cortez Road-U.S. High- way 41 intersection. "Small businesses seldom have, an IT de- partment or even an indi- vidual assigned to sys- tems maintenance," said Mike. "That's where we come in. We can fix or prevent spyware and vi- rus problems in addition to ongoing hardware and software issues." But Computer Re- naissance is much more Than just IT for the small business owner or indi- Computer \ Renaissance folks Owners Mike and Patty Hershberger at right along with Sarah Keiser solve computer problems every day at Computer Renaissance at 4405 14th St. W in Bradenton. Islander Photo: Nancy Ambrose vidual consumer. "We do a lot of things here. We provide computer upgrades, sell custom-built and manu- factured computers, buy and sell used computers and provide professional on-site computer sup- port," said Mike proudly. A lot of professional support comes from in- formation systems spe- cialist Sarah Keiser, who assists Computer Renais- sance clients with train- ing and management of their business computer software and needs, and has worked with owners in business forecasting. "We don't just sell computers," added Mike. "We create solutions. Through our insight into sales, service and sup- port, we make sensible, powerful solutions to Meet your computing needs." For more informa- tion on Computer Re- naissance, call 753-8277 or visit the Web site at www.cr-bradenton.com. Senior day care The Anna Maria Care assisted living fa- cility at 2202 Avenue B in Bradenton Beach is now offering short-term senior day care in addi- tion to its full-time living arrangements. Senior day care is available days, for the evening and on week- ends, said Monique, Sapienza, owner of Anna Maria Care. "We can also take someone for one or two weeks, if the normal care- giver is going on vacation or has to be away,' she added. "We give excep- tional care to our guests. We have activities, exer- cises, full meals and a fam- ily setting in a large resi- dential home in a quiet Family day Monwique Sapienza and Jenny Zawistoski of the Anna Maria Care assisted living facility in Bradenton Beach serve lunch to the facility's family of guests. The facility now offers day and weekend care in addition to selected nights. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin neighborhood. We strive to make this a family at- mosphere." For more informa- tion, contact Monique at 779-0322. Re/Max reward The Re/Max Gulfstream real estate team hosted the May Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce businit exchange. Islander Photo: Nancy Ambrose AMY GORDAN : .. "REALTOR" i* Dedicated to service Expertise in renovation S' and rehabilitation properties. Island, waterfront and area lifestyle specialist. ". Contact Amy at. (941) 779-1811 for all of your REAL ESTATE needs! The JEWEL of Gulf Coast Real Estate 151 ulDi ve North Bra dnoBec 1,I l :. hr, j,- j ,-, h.l ,,, .,,- .i i ,,- 1 n I.., a ': 1w..i n II -, n [ I I .)I n l-, :,. li. ,- ,,, S ,,1 _r p,., ,- 1,.,, O er ,3"00000 ... ..... ...... 0(0 8 REIETA EA SAEIC FLORIDANA $69,900 2BR/2BA mobile home in a pet aid chil- dren friendly park! Community pool and clu house. Washer/dryer. IB 507060. '1 A \OID REMODELING $299,500 Fi -m the roof in 2003 to the new appli- nilLes this month, this 2BR/2BA home is like new. Just move in and avoidjthe remodeling drudgery. Great Village Green location. IB507867. 6016 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton (941) 751-1155 (800) 778-8448 Visit our Web site at www.floridamoves.com iFTij The Gardenia .- lr1:1:111I:I 1lltl:I Ij :1) IId IIIQ pi 1 j': .! F,, I ur iurrri tu ,,i ii,1,-,iij r I ,I i,j 1 3 [- Ort.,ta~j 3r i_`200L''000J p j( 16'j J,- I QI- hl l I 11 I hif, C I III -I,- I il rit III iw,: oo~j i in j I I Ilh I )I 'A h- I 1 -1, p yj The Hibisc its CIi ,uej ,i, ha,. : o,:o coiiB, .oi ill i. lu Iinit : -4-n l cii 4i it II i ijoilo 03, or tjl j1ll0jll0 l gul1 1.. llr 11' HA -R- i'i rill ljIllll'lltl ri I j I 'j id I Iy p I I I 1. It I I I I III Cale, v jr~:? ji ,.o- ,. , -- -- .-.--- .- ----- .P - -" -.'. Longboat Key, FL 34228 - ".'.-/ -:'--,---: (941)3835543(800335-5543 .. (941) 920-0303 -* I t I I WARNER,S WEST BAYOU 5BR water- front home w/spacious eat-in kitchen, formal/informal living areas, fireplace & heated pool: $895,000. 748-6300. Kathy Marcinko, 713-1100 or Sandy Drapala, 725-0781. 507913 .... L SHAWS POINT Great 2BR/2BA ranch style home on a large lot w/caged'pool, circle drive & fenced backyard. This home has great potential. Owner/ Agent. $309,000. Jason Suzor, 748- 6300 or 725-3660. 507882 RIVERS RIDGE 3-4BR/3.5BA pool home w/luxuries abound. Offering wood floors, crown molding, granite countertops, gas fireplace. Spacious lanai w/garden court- yard & fishpond. $684,500. Jody Shinn, 748-6300 or 705-5704. 507994 a* -X7.-i CHARMING 3BR/1BA home w/designer touches. Infinite expansion possibilities. Ceramic tile, separate attached artists studio, 2 screened porches, wooded backyard. $252,900. Victoria Horstmann, 748-6300 or 518-1278. 508204 ENJOY GORGEOUS SUNSETS over the open water from this'elegant 5BR home directly on Palma Sola Bay. $3,500,000. Kathy Valente, 748-6300 or 685-6767.50,7665 SERENE 10+ acre waterfront estate on Terra Ceia Island. Elegance.& breathtaking views from all decks. $1,950,000. Ruth Lawler, 748-6300 or 587-4623. 502892, CANAL FRONT 3BR/5BA home w/large pool. Solarium above the garage. $1,300,000. 748-6300. Judy LaValliere, 504-3792 or Ann DeBellevue, 720-7614. 504175 BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME on this lot w/views of Palma Sola Bay. Being sold under recently appraised value. $550,000. Kathy Valente, 748-6300 or 685-6767. 507880 WATERFRONT HOMESITE overlooking Terra Ceia. Approx. 1.4-acres on serene aquatic preserves w/pond. $475,000. Ruth Lawler, 748-6300 or 587-4623. 507350 LOVELY 3BR/2.5BA home in a unique waterfront community w/many amenities. $459,900. 748-6300. Kathy Marcinko, 713-1100 or Sandy Drapala, 725-0781. 508200 FULL PANORAMIC VIEWS of beautiful Terra Ceia Bay. 2BR/2BA condo in a gated golf course community. $375,000. Jody Shinn, 748-6300 or 705-5704. 508210 LOCATION- LOCATION Large 3BR split plan home in The Crossings w/an enclosed Florida room. $288,000. Bill Stufflebeam, 748-6300 or 730-1858. 506283 PROFESSIONALLY UPDATED 3BR/2BA pool home in Casa Del Sol. New kitchen, master bath & pool deck. $269,900. Elizabeth Gardini, 748-6300 or 356-0096. 507939 WTHlIU'.NDS OF HOi.lES C ILE SCDFESS ' WWVW. ['MICHAELSAUNDERS.COMII c. a ~f~- I THE ISLANDER U JUNE 1, 2005 U PAGE 25 ITM O AEANONEET otnudLS N ON GENERATOR: WACKER, industrial-quality 5,600- watt emergency power for hurricane preparedness. New, never used. Below retail and available now! $2,000 contractors or.homeowners. (941) 779-0360, City of Anna Maria. FISHING EQUIPMENT: Mimnkota saltwater series trolling motors, 65-lb. thrust, $325; Atlantis underwa- ter camera, $300; lots of Star rods and cast nets in good condition. (941) 778-4498. FREE DELIVERY to your home or condo: Shrimp, crabs, native fish. Prompt delivery to your door. Call James Lee, (941) 795-1112 or 704-8421. ROSER THRIFT SHOP: Open Tuesday, Thursday, 9:30am-2pm. Saturday, 9am-noon. Always sales racks. Pine Avenue, Anna Maria. (941) 779-2733. SALE AT NIKI'S Gifts & Antiques. Weekly specials: gold pelican 50 percent off-; all sterling jewelry 50 percent off; select gifts, art and antiques 25-70 per- cent off. Open seven days 9:30am-5pm. (941) 779- 0729. 5351 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. YARD SALE: 8am-noon Saturday, June 4. Clothes, household items, china set, sofa bed and more! 598 N. Shore Drive, Anna Maria. ANNA MARIA ISLAND SCREENSAVER! Experi- ence the Island on your computer desktop. Available at The Islander, or purchase online or order by mail. $12 ..: PC or $15 Mac. www.ro6ertsondesignstudio.com. LTD MORTGAGE INC. The Oldest Mortgage Co. on Anna Maria Island Linda G. Davis Ted E. Davis Licicnsed Mortgage Brokers Conforming and jumbo loans. 1st and 2nd mortgages. SNo closing cost home equity lines of credit. 100% purchase money mortgages. Residential and commercial mortgages. Private money available for those hard-to-place loans. L .(941) 779-2113 S 502 72nd Street Holmes Beach -Just visiting paradise? Tl Islander SINCE 1992 Don't leave the Island without taking time to subscribe. You'll get ALL the best news, delivered by the mailman every week. it's almost as good as a letter from home! Visit us at 5404 Marina Drive, Island Shopping Center, Holmes Beach or call 941-778-7978. Online edition: www.islander.org BUTTERFLY PARK BENEFIT: Purchase a person- alized brick in the Anna Maria Island Butterfly Park.. Two lines, $40. Three lines, $50. Pick up form at The Islander or call (941) 518-4431 for more infor- mation. FREE GUN LOCK. Yes, free. Just for the asking. Courtesy of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conserva- tion Commission. Free at The Islander newspaper office, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Don't be sorry, be safe. GIFT SHOP: Great mom-and-pop opportunity in outstanding resort area. Good location, good lease. Just $238,000, including inventory. Confidentiality agreement required for details. Longview Realty, (941) 383-6112. CRITTER SITTER nine years in pet care. 24 years as an Island resident, Lots of TLC for your beloved pets with in-home visits. (941) 778-6000. FOSTER PARENTS NEEDED for loving homes to foster puppies and kittens until they are old enough for adoption. All food and medical provided. Julie, (941) 720-1411. ADULT CATS in desperate need of loving homes. All are current on vaccines. All applicants screened. Please call (941) 922-0774. LOOKING FOR A GOODDEAL? You can read Wednesday's classified at noon Tuesday at www.islander.6rg. And it's FREE! TM Islander THE BEST NEWS SINCE 1992 LOST: SNORKELING GEAR in white net bag at Bayfront Park beach on Saturday, May 21. Reward! (727) 421-6583. 1995 EVINRUDE 200 HP. All cables, control box, key switch, propeller. Less than 100 hours on re- build. $3.500. (941) 723-1107. CORTEZ WELDING CO. 12111 Cortez Rd. Alumi- num welding, $45/hour. By appointment only. (941) 737-8667 or 798-3589. Free estimates. OCEAN KAYAK: sit-on-top, one-seater. Blue, brand new with seat and paddles. Transport wheels in- cluded. $600, or best offer. Call Pat Staebler, (941) 778-2469. WANTED: BOAT LIFT for 25-foot runabout. 8 foot, 6 inch beam, 5,000 lbs. Owner, retired school teacher. Call (941) 798-3809. 2002 SEA RAY 182 Bowrider, like new! 18 foot, 6 inches. 190-hp stern drive, seats seven, tons of fun! Call. (941) 778-6234, or e-mail kendra@presswoodlaw.com. $12,900 or best offer. LET'S GO FISHING! Call Capt. Mike Heistand on the charter boat "Magic." Full or half day.backwater fishing. USCG licensed. Ice, bait, tackle provided. (941) 723-1107. ISLANDER CLASSIFIED: The best news in town and the best results from classified ads and service advertising!' BEAUTIFU L ABRP.'B. HO -;?,IE with iew of Tampa Ba\ Only steps to a \er\ private beach area Brazilian Teak hardwood floors, granite counters, two balconies and much more' 51,200,000 -. TIFFANY PLACE COD ,- .... -1-1- -1. -- .... L Kemoaelie and very u furnishings to stay, vie\ the master bedroom. T great year round living 01i8 nnn i J Zo 1v,vvv. NEW LISTING: Large home, beautiful Nortl Point Harbor. Features include: Canal, dock boat lift, patio deck, pool, screened porch 3BR/2.5BA and large kitchen, living and family rooms. Beautiful fireplaces on first-an second levels, open plan, two-car garage an much more to see. Easy to shove with appointment! $1,425,00( B-w-1BA CONDO i Resort. Fantastic inc management. This G short walk to the beA The BIgd.e:c i R lls about A top producer at Island Real Estate Inc., Call M -sr;i:- ------.--7--i^~,-.,?^i._^ i.^,.- -iii';."i Fv*J/11WF~~-.*^^:ISwK**s .-- . IDO on the Gulf of Mexico: beautiful, all furniture and w of the Gulf from patio and iffany Place condo offers or a great year round rental. h t , !y d d_ w in fabulous Tradewinds ome. Pool, on-site iulffront unit is a very ach. $385,000. arianne real) 778-6066. arianne at (941) 778-6066. 'iuIHfi! ,,r 8B'a,^II< c sl-t.. ff ~ ~ _~,*~~.-+< ~. .n.... LA. ,. I. .. V AVATA PAW- INTi RARELY AVAILABLE CONDO Two bedroom, two bath, west of Gulf of Mexico Drive and just a short stroll to beautiful Guff beach! $499,000 reen" REAL ESTATE OF ANNA MARIA 941 778-0455 Ken Jackson, 778-6986 9906 Gulf Drive Kathy Geeraerts, 778-0072 Ahna Maria Maureen Dahms, 778-0542 www.greenreal.com Marilyn Klemish, 778-7627 A I I I Z*A-- PAGE 26 0 JUNE 1, 2005 0 THE ISLANDER lHEPWNE K SO-CtuI=1 oim REAL ESTATE: Tired of paying office fees? Two experienced agents needed for fast-paced, high traffic Island office. Top splits, sign-on bonus. Call Wedebrock Real Estate today! "Personalized, not franchised." Call Joe Pickett, (941) 383-5543. NOW HIRING ALL positions. Rotten hours, rotten pay. Apply at Rotten Ralph's Waterfront Restau- rant, 902 S. Bay Blvd., Anna Maria, or call (941) 778-3953. ALL POSITIONS: Cafe on the Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Apply in person. RECEPTIONIST: PART-time weekend office re- ceptionist for area motel. Please contact Janet, (941) 778-2780. _PROPERTY MANAGER: BUSY Holmes Beach real estate office needs a friendly, licensed prop- erty manager, full time, flexible hours. Call (941) 778-6849, or fax resume 779-1750. Island Vaca- tion Properties LLC. BUSY CONTINENTAL RESTAURANT hiring full- or part-time servers for lunch, Sunday brunch and dinner. Wednesday-Sunday. Apply at 5406 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, or call (941) 778-5320. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Meet interesting people, learn the history of the Island. Anna Maria Island Historical Museum, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. (941) 778-0492. CHILD SITTER AND PET SITTER. Ninth-grade male looking for a job. Available after school and weekends. Zachary, (941) 779-9783. SPENCER'S SKIM SCHOOL for beginners and in- termediates. Free skimboard use with lessons. $10 per half-hour lesson, three lessons recommended. Local teen, team competitor. Call (941) 778-0944. O- D BlRDGE. VKLAG E Rt BABYSITTER: Responsible 10th-grader, great with kids, first-aid certified. Charlotte, (941) 756 5496. NEED A BABYSITTER? Call Felicia, (941) 761- 1569. Red Cross certified. SANDBAGS DELIVERED: Be prepared. Local teen will make and deliver sandbags to your Island residence. Spencer, (941) 778-0944 to order. LPNS/CNAS NEEDED for long-term home care for lady with spinal injury. Hoyer lift. Four-hour morn- ing and overnight shifts. (941) 383-6953. MAN WITH SHOVEL Plantings, natives, cabbage palms, patio gardens, trimming, clean-up, edgings, more. Hard-working and responsible. Excellent ref- erences. Edward (941) 778-3222. LET US DRIVE YOU! Shopping, medical appoint- ments, airports, cruise ports. Flat rates. Sunshine Car Service. Serving the Islands. (941) 778-5476. COMPUTER OBEDIENCE TRAINING. Is your computer misbehaving? Certified computer service and private lessons. Special $40/hour. Free ad- vice. (941) 545-7508. ISLAND PRESSURE CLEANING for great results, wash away mildew, dirt, salt. Thorough, reason- able, reliable. Free estimates, licensed, insured. (941) 778-0944. CONNECT-ICON Your local computer specialist. Experienced certified technician for communica- tion electronics offers wireless and cable networks, upgrades, maintenance, repairs, tutoring and train- ing. Call Robert, (941) 778-3620. 0 N SA R As 5'0 TA BA :1 A Grat PiErtl& avr. f L v ef' W~eiw:sl~rf1;CbE \Va~it:; oi L Gjir CALL DAN'S RESCREEN for your free estimate today. Affordable rates, quality work guaranteed. Pool cages, lanais, windows, doors. Call (941) 713- 5333. BAREFOOT ESTATE MANAGEMENT: Home man- agement/watch, housekeeping, maintenance. (941) 730-5318. TOM'S WINDOWS: Door and window repair/re- placement. Plus, get your hurricane panels now! Cut, primed and installed with easy-mount fasten- ers. $78/sheet, first story. (941) 730-1399. E-mail metrohs@msn.com. MR. BILL'S HOME REPAIR/maintenance service. Over 30 years experience, self-employed in con- struction trades. "I'm handy to have around." (941) 778-4561. MIKE & KATHY'S Cleaning Service: Providing a standard of excellence for all your interior, exterior and window cleaning needs. Residential or vacation rentals. (941) 722-4358. BEST ON THE Island: Immaculate cleaning, detail- ing, decorating, help with shopping, party prepara- tion. Call Sandy for unbeatable service. Residential/ commercial. (941) 798-9484. ELITE SERVICE PROFESSIONALS: Providing quality commercial and residential cleaning ser- vices, party help, bartending, etc. Call Maria and Steven, (941) 753-9906. VIOLIN LESSONS: GROUP, private, in-home. Start June 13. Contact Pam, Rowlett School's teacher, member Anna.Maria Island Orchestra. (941) 794- 3145. E-mail pgreen10@tampabay.rr.com. i. , 0, ,. i.. " 1W Vfp -- REALTOR. 29Years of Professional Service YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD REAL ESTATE SHOPPE. Experience Reputation Results PERIDIA GOLF COURSE COMMUNITY Rutenburg model 2BR/2BA plus den, ceramic tile, lanai. Super nice! $379,900 firm. MARTINIQUE SOUTH 1BR/I BA, spectacular view. S629,000. MANSION IN THE SKY Bayfront 5BR/5.5BA penthouse, 5000+ sf with guest quarters. $6,900,000. KEY ROYALE LOT 90x105. $795,000. Exclusive: 4 UNITS ANNA MARIA Some with bay view. One 2BR, three 1 BR, room for pool. Great investment. $849,000. OWNER FINANCING. TOWNHOUSE VILLA 3BR/3BA with two screened balconies and open balconies on greenbelt adjacent to bay. Spotless, tastefully decorated. Pool/gazebo. $470,000. VACATION, SEASONAL & ANNUAL RENTALS 101 PALM New Luxury Villas 5508C MARINA DRIVE 778-0807 800-956-0807 yrealt7@aol.com *www.tdollyyoungrealestate.com 4C P an .4.. .. .. z1 '4s Property Management and Leasing Alnatnrt ,ILS as of (5/ 11/05 Total Island Properties For Sale: 214 (SFR. Comdo. Duplex) Median Price: $819,500 STotal Pending: 129 Median Price: $699,000 Total Sold Since 1/1/05:158 Median Price: $559,500 Call us for Annual and Seasonal Rentals u lfstrea m. , ^^^g $1 RI61l1& Realty 1 i Judy Karkhoff 941-778-7777 Realtor 866-266-9911 Pealtor attended Anna Maria Elementary School, University of MN (BA) and UCLA Business School l-;-..' -F... -. ,-- ..-i- -5 4ZM, S, pt- 1j1 i.h S 1td ~ L, l a l- IIi LI i-ji-] : NL) 0.1 ii4 THE ISLANDER 0 JUNE 1, 2005 M PAGE 27 S aA A a -D o n ICe PHOTOGRAPHER: Kelley Ragan. Custom portraits, weddings, beach photography. (941) 447-8892. MURALIST, Mark Burdette. Custom murals, interior or exterior, landscapes and more. (941) 447-9637. MUSIC LESSONS! Flute, saxophone, clarinet. Be- ginning to advanced. Contact Koko Ray, (941) 792-0160. BEACH SERVICE air conditioning, heat, refrigera- tion. Commercial and residential service, repair and/or replacement. Serving Manatee County and the Island since 1987. For dependable, honest and personalized service, call William Eller, (941) 795- 7411. RA005052. ANYONE CAN TAKE a picture. A professional cre- ates a portrait. I want to be at your wedding! www.jackelka.com. (941) 778-2711. NADIA'S EUROSAGE Relaxing, healing massage in the comfort of your home. Call today for an ap- pointment, (941) 795-0887. MA#0017550. TILE AND MOSAIC custom installation, 20 years experience. References available. For a reason- able price, call Sebastian, (941) 704-6719. AUTO DETAILING BY HAND Spotless inside and out. I can save you time and money. Island resi- dent, references. For pricing, call (941) 713-5967. CONNIE'S LANDSCAPING INC. Residential and commercial. Full-service lawn maintenance, land- scaping, cleanup, hauling and more! Insured. (941) 778-5294. ISLAND LAWN SPRINKLER service and repair. If it is broken, we can fix it. Free estimates. Senior discourrt. Call (941) 778-2581 or 962-6238. --GHECK US OUT AT www.islander.org ! L 4ve. . ..-./ Fe)M CANAL FRONT CONDO Enlo0 breathtaking jurnetl fromn .,our Icrcened jlan, I erlooking a canal. Turnke ,. lurmihed 2BR 2BA .cnd'o v. ith et ern thing ou d e 'pect and iniir. Heated pool jnd jpa. lenni-s couri arnd lush tropical surroundings mal e, t[hi a perfect island retreat. $484,900. IB#506bl9. Denise Langlois (941) 751-1155* (800) 448-6325 Check us outo .a ,.,~sanvaaionrprie. com saes@islnvaai op pets m I JR'S LANDSCAPING AND MAINTENANCE Lawns, native plants, mulching, trimming, hauling, cleanup. Island resident 25 years. Call (941) 807-1015. CLOUD 9 LANDSCAPING: Quality lawn landscape maintenance, shell, planting, clean-ups, palms trimmed. Free estimates. References, insured. Call (941) 778-2335 or 284-1568. PROFESSIONAL LANDSCAPE DESIGN and in- stallation. Huge selection of plants, shrubs and trees. Irrigation. Everything Under the Sun Garden Centre, 5704 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. (941) 778-4441. SHELL DELIVERED and spread. $35/yard. Hauling: all kinds of gravel, mulch, top soil with free esti- mates. Call Larry at (941) 795-7775, "shell phone" (941) 720-0770. KARAZ LANDSCAPE Lawn Service. Mulch, clean- ups, power washing, tree trimming and more. City of Anna Maria resident. Cell (941) 448-3857. NATURE'S DESIGN LANDSCAPING. Design and installation. Tropical landscape specialist. Residen- tial and commercial. 30-years experience. (941) 729-9381. STRAIGHT SHOT LANDSCAPE: Installs, clean- ups, shell, rock, palms, aquascapes, tree work. Truck for hire, move anything. Shark Mark (941) 727-5066. VAN-GO PAINTING residential/commercial,-interior/ exterior, pressure cleaning, wallpaper. Island refer- ences. Bill, (941) 795-5100. SELL it fast with an ad in The Islander. This pampered beauty is only 225 yards from the beach. The main house is 2BD/2BA, updated with lots of extras, very private patio with a covered Jacuzzi. Attached mother-in-law apartment, 1BR/ 1BA, living room, patio and separate entry. Offered at $649,900. Ramona Glanz SRE/MAX Excellence -' (941) 383-9700 m ". ramona@ramonaglanz.com Completed Soon July 2005 When quality construction is a priority choose PARADISE VILLAS CONDOS 305 63rd St Holmes Beach E'-' i lf. l'i m _1 "l ... , ,ii p1 .n o 1 o8: 8 1 rna!aac, C t d 1\ caaaaa . 3BR/3.5BA. Each villa has an elevator and a pool. $829,000 ylls Call Marianne Correll .. Island Real Estate (941) 778-6066 ; Cell (941) 725-7799 ja ISLAN JOE UNGVARSKY CONSTRUCTION Remodeling contractors. In-house plan designs. State licensed and insured. Many Island references. (941) 778- 2993. License #CRC 035261. INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR PAINTING free esti- mates. 35-year Island resident. Call Jim Bickal at (941) 778-1730. CHRISTIE'S PLUMBING Island and off-Island ser- vice since 1975. Repairs and new construction. Free estimates, no overtime charges. Now certify- ing back flow at water meters. (FL#RF0038118) (941) 778-3924 or 778-4461. TILE TILE TILE. All variations of ceramic tile supplied and installed. Quality workmanship, prompt, reliable, many Island references. Call Neil, (941) 726-3077. ROOFING REPAIRS and replacements. Remodel- ing, repairs, additions, screen rooms, kitchens, baths. Free estimates. License #CGC061519, #CCC057977, #PE0020374. Insured. Accepting MasterCard/Visa. (941) 720-0794. CUSTOM RENOVATION/RESTORATION expert. All phases of carpentry, repairs and painting. In- sured. Member of Better Business Bureau. Paul Beauregard, (941) 779-2294. KEN & TINA DBA Griffin's Home Improvements Inc. Handyman, fine woodwork, countertops, cabinets and shutters. Insured and licensed, (941) 748-4711. TILE, CARPET, LAMINATE supplied and installed. Why pay retail? Island resident, many references. Free estimates, prompt service. Steve Allen Floor Coverings. (941) 792-1367, or 726-1802. FIND IT! BUY IT! SELL IT FAST! In The Islander. Cindy M. Jones GRI, CRS, Sale Associate SDUNCAN SReal Estate, Inc. S779-0304 773-9770 310 Pine Avenue Anna Maria Direct Gulffront -- ' .., , The perfect Gulffront cottage in "quaint" Anna Maria. Charming open plan, beamed ceiling and offering 2BR/1BA, a bright cheerful kitchen with breakfast nook and panoramic views throughout. Lovely deck off living area provides tranquil spot for outdoor dining and direct beach access. Own your tropical island getaway! Owner motivated submit an offer! Asking $1,500,000. Maria SINCE 1957 "We ARE the Island!" Marie Franklin, Lic. Real Estate Broker 941 778-2259 Fax 941 778-2250 E-mail amrealty@verizon.net Web site www.annamariareal.com PAGE 28 N JUNE 1, 2005 0 THE ISLANDER Sandy's Lawn Service Inc. Sandy's Established in 1983 awn Celebrating 20 Years of rice Quality & Dependable Service. 8Call us for your landscape 778-1345 and hardscape needs. Licensed & Insured Residential Commercial Check our references: "Quality work at a reasonable price. -. _ Licensed/Insured Serving Anna Maria Island Since 1986 761-8900 Paradise Improvements 778-4173 .; ; Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Specialist S. Replacement Doors and Windows -,, Steven Kaluza Andrew Chennault -Fully Licensed and Insured Island References Lic#CBC056755 SWAGNEQR REALTY 2217 CULF DRIVE NORTH BRADENTON BEACII, FL 34217 A . IHAROLD SMALL REALTORo - Office: (941) 778-2246 792- 8628 E-mail: haroldsmall@wagnerrealty.com BAY WEST I LAUNDRY On vacation or just hate doing laundry? Why bother? BAY WEST WILL PICK-UP, LAUNDER AND DELIVER. Full Service Wash/Dry/Fold/Iron PU/Delivery Self Service Cool & Clean 627 59th St. W. Bradenton 720-3622 Watts Towing 24-Hour Towing -- -- All Accidents Break Downs S Special Requests 751-0122 75o-5152 After Hours 737-6089 FIVE STAR AUTO BODY Dodge Volkswagen Hyundai General Motors European Asian Specialist . (941) 751-0122 or 756-5152 .L . 4901 151h Streel East Bradenton -. -ad .-.o^ EXPERTS ~-J Retired Class "A" Building Contractor experienced in custom tile and light carpentry. No job is too small. Creative and easy to work with. "I love working with my tools" CallAI (941)748-6146 - .. .--... ....... r . .. .. wwlslan ll rlg c~A~ru41i1Iid~jf Anyor.,L Li ri-i .L a plclnf A protc-,.L"i. aid creates d I".' I Dail ELKA 4PHCTOG1-Rmi.- -. 941-7.2S-211 *:i42i HOE MPOEMNTCntnud F-ENAS Cotiue MASON: 27 YEARS of experience. All masonry work and repair. Cinderblock work, brick work, glass block work, paver and brick driveways. Call Chris, (941) 795-3034. License #104776. Insured. MORENO MARBLE & TILE Installation and resto- ration. Quality work. Over 20 years experience. In- sured. Call Javier at (941) 685-5163 or 795-6615. JERRY'S HOME REPAIR: Carpentry work, handy- man, light plumbing, electrical, light hauling, pres- sure washing and tree trimming. Call (941) 778- 6170 or 447-2198. HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICE: Bill MacCaughern. Repairs, renovations, kitchens, bathrooms, decks. Masonry, tile, painting. 30 years experience. Yes,'I do show up! (941) 778-3904. INTERIOR SURFACE RENOVATION: Drywall re- pairs, hand and spray texturing, acoustic ceilings, painting, tiling and shower doors. Clean, honest, reliable. Free estimate. Credit cards accepted. F.A.W. Remodeling, (941) 586-4695. WINDOW SHADES, BLINDS, shutters and more. Lifetime warranty. Call Keith Barnett for a free in- home consultation. Island references, 15 years experience. (941) 778-3526 or 730-0516. RENTALS available weekly, monthly, seasonal. Wedebrock Real Estate Co., (941) 778-6665 or (800) 749-6665. VACATION RENTALS: 2BR apartments across from beautiful beach, $375 to $500/week. Winter and spring dates available. Almost Beach Apart- ments, (941) 778-2374. VACATION & SEASONAL Private beach. Units are complete. Rates seasonally adjusted. $425-$975/ week,.$975-$2,975/month. (800) 977-0803 or (941) 737-1121. www.abeachview.com. POOL HOME AVAILABLE for vacation let. Near Holmes Beach, 3BR/2BA with all amenities. Man- aged by Coastal Properties Realty, (941) 794-1515. SEASONAL RENTAL: Holmes Beach, 4BR (two master suites)/3BA, house on canal. Two minutes to beach. Heated pool, dock, cable TV, washer/ dryer, garage, designer furnished with tropical yard setting. One of the finest rentals on Island. $1,600/ weekly or $6,000/monthly. Call 713-0034 or e-mail: gamiller@tampabay.rr.com. NEW FURNISHED 2BR/2BA 55-plus, across from beach. Furnished. Annual $1,150/month, seasonal $2,200/month. (941) 725-1074. SEASONAL HOLMES BEACH: 1BR duplex avail- able March 2005. Steps to beach and shopping. Refurbished and nicely decorated. Small pet OK. Accepting 2006 reservations. (941) 807-5626. WEEKLY RENTALS: SAN Remo condo, 1BR/1BA, $500/week; Alecassandra villa, 1BR/1BA, $700/ week; island duplex, 2BR, $800/week; Northwest Bradenton home, 3BR/3BA, $950/week; Gulffront cottage, 2BR, $1,000/week; Bradenton Beach Club, 2BR/2BA, $1,400/week. Please call Cristin Curl at Wagner Realty, (941) 778-2246. www.wagnerrealty.com. GULFFRONT CONDOS: 3BR/2BA, 2BR/1BA, 1 BR/1 BA with breathtaking sunsets. Pools, Jacuzzi, walk to shops and restaurants. Available weekly, monthly, seasonal. (901) 301-8299 or e-mail captko462 @ aol.com. ONLINE SERVICE: You can place classified ads and subscribe online with our secure server. Check it out at www.islander.org, where you can read Wednesday's classified at noon on Tuesday. WE ARE BOOKING rentals for 2006. Wide variety of condos/houses starting at $1,500/month.Annual rental 2405 Avenue B, 2BR/2BA, $1,000/month; Perico Bay Club, 2BR/2BA, villa, pool, tennis, $1,200/month; townhouse with garage, $1,500/ month. SunCoast Real Estate,,(941) 779-0202. www.suncoastinc.com. FULLY FURNISHED: Ready to move in. 1 BR/1BA near Bradenton Beach. $750/month, utilities in- cluded. Six-month lease, first, last and deposit. Call Jackie, (941) 929-7165. ANNUAL RENTAL: 2BR/2BA Holmes Beach wa- terfront villa with new tile. Fantastic view! Non- smoking, pet negotiable. $975/month. (941) 778- 2100 or 224-6521. SEASONAL RENTAL: 2BR/2BA furnished condo. West Bradenton, five minutes to beaches. $2,700/ month. (708) 532-2149. RENT 2BR/2BA inclusive turnkey, $1,000; 3BR/ 2BA pool home built in 2000; 3BR3BA villa, pool, tennis. Coastal Properties, (941) 794-1515. PERICO BAY CLUB Villa: Available now. 2BR/2BA two-car garage, nicely furnished, sunny end unit. Close to Anna Maria beaches and stores. Owner, (941) 387-9702. FURNISHED RENTAL for six to eight months, June-January. Newly renovated and decorated 2BR/2BA. Bradenton Beach condo, Runaway Bay. $1,500/month. Nonsmoking, no pets. (941) 355- 4027. ANNUAL ANNA MARIA: Two 2BR/1BA upstairs units in fourplex. Pool or bay view. Community laundry. $1,150-$1,250/month. (941) 737-4171. YEARLY RENTALS: 2BR half duplex, washer/ dryer hookup, carport, $900/month; 2BR/2BA, $725/month; 1BR/1BA, $650/month. Dolores Baker Realty, (941) 778-7500. No pets. OLD BRIDGE VILLAGE: Bradenton Beach, third floor 3BR/3BA. Cable, high-speed Internet, heated pools, hot tub. A great view! $4,000/month. Please call (918) 348.0961. MARINERS COVE: Annual unfurnished 3BR/ 2.5BA bayfront unit with fabulous views and 2,158 sf of living area. Gated community with heated pool, tennis, elevator and protected deep-water boat dock. Call Dave Moynihan, Realtor/owner, (941) 778-2246 or 720-0089. GULFFRONT: FURNISHED updated 1BR/1BA on the sand with cable TV, phone. Walk to shops and dining. Weekly or monthly rentals. (941) 713-1983. ANNUAL RENTALS: ONE month free rent includ- ing utilities! Efficiency, $690/month, plus $690 se- curity deposit; 1BR/1BA, $740/month, plus $740 security deposit; 2BR/1BA, $950/month, plus $950 security deposit. Call Jerry 8am-8pm, (941) 524- 5205 or 448-8100. "Copyrighted Material e Syndicated Content Available from Commercial News Providers" CHECK US OUT AT www.islander.org ! r 'i ;. 1. wwwVWjackL,1kl~~i, l_,,m ISLANDERLASSF 5400 CONDO: Annual 1BR/1BA ground-level unit. Gulffront complex with pools, no pets. $850/month, plus electric and phone. Call Carla Price, (941) 720- 8746, Bark & Co. Realty Inc. FURNISHED 2BR/2BA. Modern, clean, comfort- able. Heritage Village West. Pool, clubhouse, lake. Very close to Gulf, bay, river, Wal-Mart, hospital. Annual $950/month; seasonal $1,900/month. Oth- ers on golf course available. Call (941) 750-0648 or cell 302-1971. EFFICIENCY APARTMENT: Holmes Beach. Near beach, shopping, library. No pets. First, last, secu- rity. Call (941) 778-7039. FURNISHED EFFICIENCY WITH utilities. 300 feet to beach. Suitable for one person with references. $635/month plus $800 deposit. (941) 778-1379. ANNUAL RENTALS 2BBR/2BA canal home, unfur- nished. Also, 2BR/2BA, Gulfview, top-floor apart- ment. Call Betsy Hills Real Estate, P.A., (941) 778- 2291, or e-mail Jason@ betsyhills.com. CANALFRONT HOME WITH boat dock: 3BR/2BA with two-car garage in Coral Shores. $1,550/month, includes lawn care. (815) 351-5052. PERICO BAY CLUB: 2BR/2BA bayfront condo. Light and bright, community pools, tennis, guarded gate, assigned covered parking. Annual, $1,200/ month. Call Island Real Estate, (941) 778-6066. ANNUAL RENTALS: 3BR/1BA Anna Maria, $875/ month; 2BR/1BA Anna Maria, $765/month; 2BR/ 2BA Gulffront condo, $2,000/month. Call Fran Maxon Real Estate, (941)-778-2307 for details. NORTHWEST BRADENTON: Pine Bay Forest, 2BR/2B8A condo with vaulted ceilings and screened Slanai. Annual, $1,000/month. Island Real Estate, (941) 778-6066. SEASONAL OR WEEKLY cottage-style rentals. 1BR/1BA or 2BR/1BA with pool. Walk to beach, shopping, restaurants. (941) 778-3875. Web site 2spinnakers.com DOWNTOWN SARASOTA: 2BR/2BA bayview condo on eighth floor. Wonderful location and great amenities. Annual, $2,900/month. Island Real Es- tate, (941) 778-6066. ANNUAL RENTAL WANTED: Local pastor and wife (no children, pets) will lovingly care for your home. Prefer furnished. (941) 778-5097 or 778-0719. RECENTLY REMODELED unit in heart of Holmes Beach. All new interior. $650/month. Call Island Real Estate, (941) 778-6066. RENTALS RENT fast when you advertise in The Islander. BRADENTON BEACH DUPLEX: 2BR/2BA, each level with parking underneath. Views of Gulf and bay from large covered balconies. This property has great investment potential. Top floor has wood cathedral ceilings, open-floor plan, tile and oak flooring. $795,000. (941) 778-3875. RECONSTRUCTION PRICES! Hidden Lake condominiums, west Bradenton. Close to beach. Starting at $309,900; Call Cori Woods, (941) 761- 0444. NORTH BEACH VILLAGE: 2BR/2.5BA, one-car garage. Unit 24, Holmes Boulevard. $495,000. Excalibur Realty Inc., (941) 792-5566. BEAUTIFUL TURNKEY 1BR or possibly 2BR mo- bile home. Close to beach and completely remod- eled. Low lot rent. $79,900. (941) 704-6947. BEAUTIFUL TURNKEY Mobile home. Steps from the Intracoastal. 1-2BR/1.5BA. Low lot rent. $59,900. (941) 704-6947. WESTBAY POINT & Moorings: Anna Maria's finest and most private community. Near Gulf, next to pool, tennis. First-floor end unit. 2BR/2BA, updated.. Bay view. Principals only. $479,000. (800) 696-3050. FOR SALE BY owner: 2BR/1BA condo, one block to beach, pool, newly decorated. $299,995. (941) 778-3320. MOUNT VERNON CONDO: 2BR/2BA, kitchen, baths upgraded. Lake and bay views. Boating com- munity. Clubhouse, pool. $325,000. (941) 761-8477. TOMMY BAHAMA SAILBOAT waterfront home. Heated pool, 2BR/2.5BA, dock, 100 percent de- signer tile and Jacuzzi. Northend Anna Maria. Sale by owner, $979,000. (941) 778-8464. WEST OF GULF Drive,"eight homes from beach. Large 2BR/2BA home, master with den/study and bath has whirlpool tub with separate shower. Guest bedroom has a bay view. Elevator, furnished, lots of storage, low maintenance yard with room for a pool and much more! 140 50th St., Holmes Beach. $699,500. (941) 388-5238 or 778-3203. MARTINIQUE SOUTH: RARELY available 1BR for buyer who wants direct Gulffront at lowest price. $629,000. T. Dolly Young Real Estate, (941) 778-0807. BEAUTIFUL NORTH CAROLINA. Must see the beautiful, peaceful mountains of western moun- tains. Homes, cabins, acreage, investments. Cherokee Mountain Realty GMAC Real Estate, Murphy, N.C. www.cherokeemountainrealty.com. Call for free brochure (800) 841-5868. I------------------------------------------------I HOW TO PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD DEADLINE: NOON MONDAY EVERY WEEK for WEDNESDAY'S PAPER: Classified advertising must be paid in advance. 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Visit us at 5404 Marina Drive, Island Shopping Center, Holmes Beach or call 941-778-7978. Online edition: www.islander.org HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING FOR EMPLOYMENT Bulldozers, Backhoes, Loaders, Dump Trucks, Graders, Scrapers, Excavators Next class: June 20 *National Certification Financial Assistance Job Placement 800-383-7364 Associated Training Services www.atsn-schools.com PAGE 30 1 JUNE 1, 2005 0 THE ISLANDER FLRD LSIIDSCniud I FOID LSIID oniud j EULHUSN POTNT NORTH CAROLINA MOUNTAINS! Spring is blooming and is beautiful! A wonderful time to look for real estate. See photos www.NorthCarolinaMountainRealty.com or call (800) 293-1998. Free brochure. ATTENTION INVESTORS: Waterfront lots in the Foothills of North Carolina. Deep-water lake with 90 miles of shoreline. 20 percent redevelopment dis- counts and 90 percent financing. No payments for one year. Call now for best selection. www:nclakefrontproperties.com (800) 709-LAKE. TENNESSEE LAKE PROPERTY Sale! Parcels from $24,900. 6.5-acre lot $59,900. 27-acre lake estate $124,900. Cabins available. Call toll-free (866) 770-5263, ext. 8, for details. LAKEFRONT BARGAINS: Starting at $89,900. Gorgeous lakefront parcels. Gently sloping, pristine shoreline, spectacular views. Across from national forest on 35,000-acre recreational lake in east Ten- nessee. Paved roads, underground utilities, central water, sewer, excellent financing. Call now (800) 704-3145, ext 617. Sunset Bay, LLC. WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA Mountains Where there is cool mountain air, views, stream, homes, cabins, acreage. Call for free brochure of Mountain Property Sales. (800) 642-5333. Realty of Murphy. 317 Peachtree St., Murphy, NC 28906. www.realtyofmurphy.com. ONLINE SERVICE: You can place classified ads and subscribe online with our secure server. Check it out at www.islander.org, where you can read Wednesday's classified at noon on Tuesday. DESIRABLE BEAN POINT! S, . Rare 5BR/3.5BA, across from beach access with spacious open floor plan. Large kitchen with breakfast bar. Master suite on main floor, Tile floors, screened lanai and a large open deck-great for tanning! Oversized four-car garage. $1,240,000. Larry Albert ropcal Broker Realtor T 0pic l 725-1074 Opetes S! 4, .^ i,: :-- TRIPLE TREASURE Breezy, beachy income producing triplex across from the beach. Up- stairs, a cozy 1BR/1BA with great reading porch and massive sun deck. Downstairs are two 2BR/1BA units. Ample parking, tons of Mexican tile, newer kitchens and baths. A must see. $659,000. Call Nicole Skaggs at 778-4800 or 795-5704. BREATHTAKING 2BR/2BA condo with breathtaking view of Gulf and beach. Deeded beach access. Upstairs unit with parking be- low. $925,000. Contact Quentin Talbert, 778-4800. LAKE LOT SALES: Fishing, hunting, golfing, boat- ing, all here! Recreational area hidden in the coun- try of northeast Georgia. Visit today www.lakerussellproperties.com (706) 213-6734 or (706) 201-5699. ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA Mountains. Gated community. Spectacular view and river homesites. Clubhouse, mountain spas, paved roads, view tower, riverwalk. New phase just started! www.bearriverlodge.net. (866) 411-5263. FIVE MINUTES to Greenbrier Resort mountain land bargains. 20 acres and up. www.liveinwv.com. (877) 777-4837. STEEL BUILDINGS: Factory deals. Save $$$. 40' by 60 to 100 by 200 foot. Example, 50 by 100 by 12 = $3.60 sf. (800) 658-2885. www.rigidbuilding.com. HOW TO ADVERTISE: DEADLINE: MONDAY NOON for Wednesday publication. CLASSIFIED RATES for business or individual: Minimum $10 for up 20 words. Each additional word over 20 words is 500. Box: $3. Ads must be paid in advance. Classified ads may be submitted through our secure Web site: www.islander.org or faxed to (941) 778-9392 or delivered/mailed to 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach FL 34217. We are located next to Ooh La La! in the Island Shop- ping Center. More information:(941) 778-7978. ISLANDER CLASSIFIED: The best news in town and the best results from classified ads and service advertising! ... .. '- So close to the S beach! This cute S" duplex, currently S ii! i'" vacation rental in a program, can remain as is while you make plans to build two new units on this duplex property. $749,000. Visit: www.annamariaparadise.com To view "Stone's Throw" and "Shooting Star!" Call Sue Carlson for more S 1f.9 information on this great listing! 941-779-9320 S An Island Place Realty S 411 Pine Ave Anna Maria ,. .. ,, ,P . DON'T MISS THIS ONE! Completely remod- eled island duplex. 3BR/2BA on both sides. Beautiful ceramic tile throughout this breezy floorplan. Kitchenspnd baths newly updated, too. Turnkey and already rented for the sea- son. $1,400,000.. Call Dave Jones at 713-4800. SPACIOUS ISLAND CONDO 2BR/2BA with freshly painted and new carpet. Heated pool, tennis courts and boat access. Close to beaches and shopping. $349,000. Contact Cindy Grazar, 778-4800. S". .. . .'..' i' ,. NEED A VACATION? An investment? 1BR/ 1BA condo. New kitchen and new tile floors. Balcony overlooking pool. Comes furnished, ready to move-in. Weekly rentals allowed. Re- sort-like atmosphere and close to the beach. $325,000. Call Denny Rauschl, 725-3934. b e eimmemiu .. j|L, relG" B1aigE'P . SPECTACULAR BAYVIEW CONDO. 2BR/ 2BA turnkey furnished with good rental his- tory. Large fishing pier and community boat dock. Laundry room in unit. $589,000. Contact Dave Vande Vrede; 778-4800. 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WATERING RESTRICTIONS Rules in effect for Manatee County: > Lawn and landscape watering is limited to two days a week.: > Addresses ending in even numbers (or A M): Tuesday* and Saturday. 0 Addresses ending in odd numbers (or N Z): Wednes-: day and Sunday. > Irrigation not all!:,.' ed from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Irrigation* with treated waste water allowed any time.) . >- Owners can wash their vehicles anytime as long as the', use a hose with a shut-off nozzle. (Pull the car on the lawn to wash!) > Rinsing boats and flushing of boat motors is allowed fore ten minutes daily. Hand-watering of plants, NOT LAWNS, is permitted any day. Questions or comments? Call the Southwest Florida Water ' Management District (Swiftmud) toll-free: 1-800-423-1476. * *0 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0**** 0 0* FOR SALE: Enjoy the stunning Gulf views and glo- rious sunsets from this 2BR/2.5BA townhouse. The beach is located directly across the street. Soaring ceilings in master bedroom, walk-in closet, updated fixtures, hurricane window film, and storage galore. Enjoy the private heated pool while sitting on your garden terrace. $439,500. Paul T. Collins, PA , 941-928-4062 I 941-954-5454rpe es paultcollins@comcast.net Prop '- -.-_ -y three verandas. granite counterops, wood flooring, nine-foot ceil- Ings, crown molding and two-car garage. Grand master suite with private retreat, his/her walk-in closets. dual sink vanity, glass-block shower and Jacuzzi tub. Two to choose from starting at $795,900. CE- u'" -. Recently renovated and tastefully decorated 2BR/3BA townhouse with hardwood floors and carpeted bedrooms. Cook's kitchen with lots of storage. Extended living area has huge screened deck overlooking large heated pool and garden with stairs to pool. Open decks on all levels Stunning water views! Come see this one' A good buy at $645,000. Call Liz Codola, Realtor 941-812-3455 SDUNCAN Real Estate Inc. 310 Pine Avnue P.O Bo 1299 Arnna Mrta, FL 34216 Office 7790304 Fax 779-030B Too Free 8t.6t179-0304 www.teamdunan .ccm -ALES &-VACAT-ONRENT Para ise ealt 778480 Welom t Prais HudrdsofPrpetie t Cooe ro - I- I THE ISLANDER U JUNE 1, 20Q5 U PAGE 31 Spectacular Interior Updates ede No detail was over- Se. looked in this 3BR/ acKuP p- .. 2BA island home! This home offers awesome granite counters, beautiful travertine natural slone Iloors, all new appliances, paint, furniture, landscaping and much more! And, it's all less than a block to the beach! Call today for an appointment. $649,900. .Kimberly L. Clark, P.A. Sales Associate Realtor 941-447-9988 KimberlyClark_realtor'r yahoo.com ,/- gGulf-Bay Realty S) 941-778-7244 5309 Gulf Drive SlHolmes Beach 4.~ No wonder in 34 years of international Real Estate, I have never had a property not sell! Island Aussie Geoffrey Wall, G.R.I. P.A. (941) 545-0206 www.AussieGeoff.com NORTH END-Location, Location, Location! Great beach house at north end of Anna Maria. Steps to white sandy beaches of Bean Point. Two wood-burning fireplaces, one in living/family area, one in master suite that has Gulf views from screened porch. New first floor roof in 2000. Pice re- duced. Seller will look at offers. $400 credit to buyer at clos- ing for replacement refrigerator. Asking price $699,000. Please call Susan Hatch/Realtor, (941) 778-7616, evenings. 5910 Marina Dr. Holmes Beach, FL 34217 . Call (941) 778-07.77 otz.Rentals-7-7t:0770 1 -800-7Z4-&1872-OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK SWeb site: www.smithrealtors.com B "..- \L ,, :. b :': -: \ .:, . VILLA SIEINNA VILLA SORRErlTO 4005 4TH AVE. 4003 4TH AVE. VILLA ROMA VILLA MILANO 4004 5TH AVE. 4006 5TH AVE. The Jewel in the crown completes the most successful residential/investment development in the Island's history. Pre-con- struction prices with permanent financing available lor qualified buyers. These magnificent 4 bedroom. 4 bathroom Villas feature: expansive great rooms with fireplaces, hardwood floors, gourmet kitchens with granite finish, elevator and private swimming pool. A half block to public beach, restaurants, boutiques and market with partial Gulf and bay views. S1.250.000. ~i--- :I~ ~-; ,i .;e :il ;I. r: -: li"-e I ~~c ..~... Il. !'"' ~''''~' ::.: b.S..-.;'. rr. --.:~;1,:~;-;~:~ -n~0~ I I r-l i. K tg~E rtiiim W$i~~RI 447 m ELEVATOR AND POOL! 3BR/3 5B.A land condo including tech area granite tile. bal- cony, screened patio, melal roof landscape, sprnkler system and a rtwo car garage No expense spared for this condol I is quality built and ,ery luxurious $829 000 MLSK 508015 THIS BEAUTIFUL TWO STORY TOWNHOUSE ha. 3BR/3BA and is just steps to the beach Gorgeous views of the Gulf and Bay from the lop deck Newly remodeled master bedroom has Gulf vie> and marble fireplace maoser bath has marble floors Sold furnished v.lh 4ome exceptons $1,099,000 MLS# 508572 I 'ii. --.-- LOVELY OPEN AND BRIGHT conalfront home on Key Royale Dock and bool lib already in place .A11i thi updaies done and read, for 0o1i to mo'e-in Room for a pool al;o has newer roof Great for reni.ng or lo Ilve in )ear round $739 C(00 MLS# 507272 NEW 2BR/2BA CONDO on the Manatee THESE EXQUISITE PRIVATE RESIDENCESare Ri'.vr in dowvnown Bradenion Many ameni brand ne.- 3BR.'2 5BA units some with Ies including heated pool ele..alor 4eparole portal and others '..tlh direct ,e.-'s of the storage gale iecurt,r and flrnei; center Gulf $ 5 300 000 $2 650 0001 $289 000 MLS# 504827 3BR/2BA TURNKEY FURNISHED CONDO .n WONDERFUL LOCATION to erlo, i..land I.. BEAUTIFUL NEW TOWNHOUSE acr..:. Ihe Gullf rornt cmrple, Feaire:- include Grornite i.nq 'Walk to Ihe beach ,ond en1o, Ivnjrel, street roarm he beach 3R 2 5B" ..lth cojunertop; ,in kil.:len anrd both 9 f t:.o cei.l .cer the Gull of t.h .:c. Duple/ h-a been r-..o:or garage Se-:urir, i delem and pri.alte .rng healed pool and elealor $1,629 000 rrened anriually-renoicaled jde no... acanr eleaoltr Beach fronl access and lurnke, fur- I.LS# 504823 2BR 2B." each ;ide Larger than overaqe loi rn,,hed 1.7'-' 000 MLS 504828 .ize-9 J0' .f $099 00) t.i' LS 5081Ju SUPERB DUPLEX one block to the b Completely renovated 2BR/2BA on eac ...iih garage parking Beaouifull) furi and low mainter.n.:e $639 000 506168 LOVINGLY CARED FOR HOME in North Harbour S.-..mming pool in back ,ard lifi and do.:k This hc-me is large on I side 3BR, 2 5BA large kitchen r..i places tamil rooim and separate i .irng .-ith r..o -:oar garage A greal home Fr tertaining $1 425 001'": MLS5 50828 teach h side F-I-i 41Aan Gallo 6 r.. l.., ,1, Jon hent T ic.rii rl Tum N. sorn .ii": .1 rir e,,li Ml One of the biggest names in mortgages is right in your own backyard. Wlhen you choose Chase you VV are guaranteed by a variety of products offered by one of the nation's top mortgage lenders. Plus, the knowledge of loan officers like Ron Hayes who are familiar with and dedicated to your local community. RON HAYES So, whatever.your mortgage needs fixed rate, adjustable rate, jumbo, govern- ment, call Ron locally for a freeconsultation at (941) 761-9808 (24 hours) or (800) 559-8025. CHASE Omp Manhattan Mortgage Corporation -S~t~~I Large remodeled home. 2BR/2BA, new dock and sailboat water. Also features a guest cottage or mother-in-law apartment. Zoned R-2. $1,350,000. Mike 800-367-1617 Mike an 941-778-6696 Norman 3101 GULF DRIVE Realty INC HOLMES BEACH www.mikenormanrealty.com V. 1 l F II LIz Blandlord S 1 CL Bo iii 'd. W IL r.,, I, F,,I& i nished MLS# L i,,, A. ..... IL , Chris Sh w L Ann. Mjr,. FL h Po nt ,oo, rhp in. roo m n .,,f ,, or InI 32 ~ ' Owi ~---.--i I:: '~;.i~ ..' '~;:- :? .~ :~ i .:1. - .. .-:*: `I 'L ; -i j418~s~- ~i~tj ;; '' ' ;,, I PAGE 32 0 JUNE 1, 2005 M THE ISLANDER Yww ML I vpI. 0 - I 0 ,ime S"Copyrighted lMaterial Syndicated Content I4 Available from Commercial News Providers" 0 WP,1w aw * - * * - MOW - ' = * * S - -a -m - Go - _ * - - -~ m - 10 - .- 4b.S. m aw- m 4020 GP 4w qw40 Want to keep in touch? Subscribe to the "best news!" Call 941778-7978 and charge it to Visa or MasterCard. WAGNER REALTY R l1'"'1 | T ii^y' PA-| 2217 GULF DR. N. BRADENTON BEACH (941) 778-2246 (800) 211-2323 e-mail: ami@wagnerrealty.com www.wagnerrealty.com aeatiwted *P per[ offitfi wVeek BREATHTAKING SUNSETS AWAIT YOU. Northwest Bradenton Estate home with expansive water views. 4,300 sf of pure luxury are yours in this 5BR/4.5BA home situated on .87 of an acre on the north side of Palma Sola Bay. This well-designed 1997 split-plan home has an oversized master suite with a seating area which over- looks the caged pool and spa facing the bay. Enjoy the water views from the formal living room or the kitchen. The kitchen features a center island with a breakfast nook and opens into the family room with a gas fireplace, where your family and friends are sure to gather for casual entertaining. Tara Gilt, 727-2800. #505622. $1,830,000. 4'. -. :.. .. ." 1 ..: . A RARE FIND! Anna Maria Gulf Front lot. Becky Smith or Elfi Starrett. 778-2246. #504998, $2,000,000. -. 31- -,. -. -. _ BREATHTAKING VIEW! A full view of the Sunshine Skyway bridge from your own private master suite. Gourmet kitchen, maple cabinets with granite counters. Two electric boat lifts. Tracey Hurley, 741-2500. #508869. $1,980,000. SPECTACULAR RENOVATION Located on a canal with partial bay views, this well designed home. will feature 4BR/4.5BA. A grand foyer is one of many amenities. Call agent for details. Karen Day, 778-2246. #503717. $1,500,000. MHW TOWCT SNEAD ISLAND RIVERFRONT LOT Sailboat 6' depth-140' Dock. Imagine Old Florida in quiet private setting on the Manatee River. Thousands in impactffee credits. Flood A-10. Sandy Harmon, 722-1347. #507417. $1,500,000. -. -. _- : - - : .:: ..- -- -- .. .- -- -- -- -- '-- i- - BIMINI BAY VISTA Sensational view of Bimini Bay. Pristine home features lanai with pool. Updated throughout. Deep water docking for multiple boats. Karen Day,778-2246. #502323. ', 1.189 CICIC - ; ----------.--" REAL ISLAND LIVING! Key West home offers WARNER'S BAYOU HOME Great family open plan with 17-foot ceilings and decks home with 4BR/4BA. 3,415 sf. Enjoy the spanning both sides that overlook gardens and 15'x30' pool, ready for summer fun and fish pool. Plus a dock! Karen Day, 778-2246. off the sea wall. Two boat docks, one with #50"777.2 *.84.'i:":I da ,ils Janr- Til'(rlrih 7. -3:.3 10 : .n5' 977 ,& ?*' :.l.lrI -- g' -. -- - FABULOUS GULF VIEWS Prime furnished end-unit offering spacious floor plan with eat- in kitchen, breakfast bar, walk-in closets, fireplace and two balconies. 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Florida saw\ an unprecedented four major hurricanes make landfall in a six-week period. Virtually no portion of the state was spared damage from Hurricanes Charley, Frances, Ivan or Jeanne. Power losses were staggering. Loss of property as immense. Loss of life front the storms w as daunt- ing., By the numbers, last year's hurricanes killed 117 people in Florida and caused an estimated $17.5 billion in damage. The following recap of the 2004 season comes compliments of "CQ clone" Jim Leonard, a hurricane chaser. His Web site, cyclonejim.com, is full of some pretty great pictures and descriptions of the storms. He has chased 62 hurricanes in the last 54 years, with his first experience, Hurricane King in the Miami area, when he was only 8 months old. Hurricane Charley Hurricane Charley began as a tropical disturbance that emerged from the west coast of Africa during the first couple of days of August: On Aug. 7, the distur- bance began to show signs of organization. Two days later, the system began to develop further and was up- graded to a tropical depression as it moved across the southern Windward Islands. The next day, Tropical Storm Charley was created. Charley had throughout its life cycle a very tight inner core. On Aug. 11, the small tropical storm was approaching Jamaica and made a zig-zag track, bypass- ing the island as the storm intensified into a hurricane. During the next 24 hours. Hurricane Charley made a gradual turn to the north as it headed toward the cen- tral Gulf of Mexico and steadily intensified. During the hours just after midnight of Aug. 12, the now-major hurricane crossed the western part of Cuba just w est of Ha\ ana. Wind gusts at Havana were mea- sured at 121 mph. On Friday the 13th. Charley was on a steady course tow ard the \% est coast of Florida, with a predicted landfall at the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Toward midday, the al- rrbst-straight-north-course began to lean slightly east of due north. During this time period the hurricane began to rapidly intensify into a Category 4. The eye shrank from 12 miles across down to 5 miles across at landfall. After making landfall in the Punta Gorda/Port Charlotte area, the hurricane moved rapidly across the state and emerged near Daytona Beach. A weakened hurricane Charley rapidly moved up the Atlantic sea- board and gradually lost its tropical characteristics. Hurricane Charley was the only one of the season's four severe storms that caused the evacuation of Anna Maria Island. Fortunately, the Island received little wind or rain from the strong storm, although power outages lasted for several days in some locations. In Florida, 33 people lost their lives to Charley, which caused $6.8 billion in damage and forced 2.7 million people to evacuate. Hurricane Frances Hurricane Frances was a classic Cape Verde hur- ricane. The disturbance which developed into Frances can be traced back to the west coast of Africa around Aug. 21. Early on the 25th the system organized into a tropical depression. During the next 36 hours, Frances developed rapidly into a hurricaneThe next two days the hurricane continued to steadily intensify Damage to structures in Arcadia. like this church, was ,massive last summer in the wake of Hurricane Charle'. to major hurricane status. Frances became a Categor% 4 hurricane on Aug. 3 The hurricane reached its peak strength at a point of about 150 miles north of the westernn end of Puerto Rico on Sept. 1. As Frances mo\ed into the central Bahamas. the upper level anticyclone. whichh was well established over the hurricane during the previous few days, began to de-couple from the hurricane and \\ as re-positioned just to the east of the storm and caused a southerly shear over the hurricane as it approached the Western Bahamas and Florida. This re-arrangement of the sys- tems caused a once Category 4 hurricane to weaken to a Category 2. Hurricane Frances was a slow-mover of a storm, just the opposite of Charley. It took nearly two days for the storm to move from just offshore the east coast of Florida to a point near Tampa. After crossing the central part of Florida, Hurricane Frances briefly moved into the extreme northeastern Gulf as a tropical storm, then turned north and crossed the coast just south and east of Tallahassee. The Island suffered some roof damage and beach erosion from Frances and it ruined Labor Day plans for all. Statewide. 38 people died as a result of Frances, which caused $4.1 billion in damage and caused 1.8 million people to evacuate their homes. Hurricane Ivan Hurricane Ivan was the most intense and destruc- tive hurricane of 2004. The precursor to Hurricane Ivan moved off the \\est coast of Africa during the closing days of August. During the afternoon of Sept. 2, the. disturbance was classified as a tropical depression. The' system steadily developed and increased in strength to hurricane status on Sept. 5. During the next 12 hours it rapidly increased into a Category 3 hurricane. Ivan is probably the first storm in recorded history to reach major hurricane intensity as far south as it did. During the next two days, the hurricane fluctuated in intensity between Category 2 and 4. On Sept. 7,. Hurricane Ivan crossed the island of Granada in the southern Windward Islands as an intensifying Category 3 hurricane. The hurricane moved over the island with winds of 120 mph and gusts over 150 mph. Once Ivan entered the southeast Caribbean, the storm intensified steadily to Category 5 during the early morning hours of Sept. 9. The hurricane continued on what appeared to be a direct path of impact on Jamaica. Just in the nick of time or what could be called a miracle for Ja- maica the track of the storm made a dramatic change away from the island. During the period of Sept. 11-12, the hurricane reached its peak strength with winds of 165 mph, mak- ing it the strongest hurricane since Mitch in 1998 in the same region with a pressure of 905 millibars. On Sept. 12, the center of this Category 5 hurricane 1 I i ** ^ l l) 1 t t 4 t t ( ( ( l . passed \w within 30 miles of Grand Cayman Island. The hurricane continued to move slowly northwest toward the westernn tip of Cuba. and the eastern eyewall mo ed across the western tip of the island Sept. 13. Once en- tering the southeast Gulf of Mexico the hurricane be- gan to decrease some hat in strength at the same time began tracking almost straight north. On Sept. 16. the storm made landfall at the Florida-Alabama border. The hurricane continued north, causing extensive dam- age across eastern Alabama. During the next few days. the remnants of I an became a big rain and flood event over the eastern portion of the I nited Slalcs. Ivan killed 29 people in Florida, caused $3.8 bil- lion in damage and forced the evacuation of 545,000 people from their homes. Hurricane Jeanne While Category 5 Hurricane Ivan was on its de- structive rampage near western Cuba, an area of dis- turbed weather began to organize just to the east of the Leeward Islands. On the afternoon of Sept. 13, satel- lite and surface reports from the Leeward Islands indi- cated a closed low pressure system had developed. The next day, the depression intensified into Tropical Storm Jeanne. Jeanne moved directly across Puerto Rico Sept. 15 as a strong tropical storm with hurricane-in- tensity wind gusts: Early on Sept. 16, Jeanne was briefly upgraded to hurricane status. As the small hur- ricane turned to a more.westward course it began to encounter the high mountains of Hispanola and dra- matically weakened to a depression. During the next few days, the redeveloping tropi- cal storm moved slowly in a northerly direction in re- sponse to a digging mid-latitude trough over the east- ern United States.As this trough moved slowly east- ward, it appeared it would take Jeanne out to the east or northeast away from land. Because of the slow- movement of Jeanne and the failure of the trough to dig any farther south, the hurricane began a slow ariticy- clonic loop which allowed the high pressure ridge be- hind the trough time to build over the north side of the hurricane and steer it westward toward the northern Bahamas and the east coast of Florida. During the time the hurricane was on its westward heading, Jeanne intensified into a major Category 3 hurricane. The hurricane's eye made landfall near the Stuart'Fort Pierce area just before midnight on Sept. 25, with winds to 115 mph. Jeanne's path followed the same general course as Frances six weeks earlier, but unlike Frances, Jeanne's destructive winds and heavi- est rains were more concentrated closer to the center of the storm. The hurricane continued toward Tampa, then turned north just inside the Gulf coastline toward Geor- gia, where it eventually dissipated. Jeanne killed 17 people in Florida, caused $2.8 billion in damage and forced 4.4 million people to evacuate their homes. THE ISLANDER M 2005 STORM SPECIAL M PAGE 3 'Active' storm season predicted for 2005 By Paul Roat Hurricane experts predict another "active" storm o season for 2105, with 13 named tropical storms form- ing between June 1 and Nov. 30. Seven of those storms are expected to produce 74 mph winds, and three of the storms are predicted to be severe. That's the word from Dr. William Gray, a Colo- rado State Uni\ ersir, meteorologist who has been pre- dicting the outcome of hurricane season in the Atlan- tic and Caribbean for the past 22 years, based on a variety of weather conditions around the globe. An average hurricane year sees nine-10 named storms, six of them becoming hurricanes and two of them severe. "A landfalling hurricane is the greatest natural di- saster the United States faces," he has said. With ram- pant gnro \\ i and development in the state, a hurricane hitting the state's shores "will see 9/11-t\ pe shocks in terms of economic loss," he said. In the next 35 years, hurricane landings."will produce 10 times the eco- nomic loss of that in the last 35 years." Gray said that a "ne\" era" of stonns began in 1995. An active hurricane season is predicted again for 2005, but will it be active for Islanders? Only time will tell. "In the past few years, we've had more storms than in any period on record." Gray and his team of researchers study global fac- tors to determine Atlantic hurricane activity. Much of the basis of their predictions comes from what he calls the "great ocean conveyor belt," a Mobius strip-like series of surface and deep-ocean currents that upwells in the South Atl.ntic, 1fi'i s along the surface to the Labrador Sea in the North Atlantic, then dives deep and flows southeast until upwelling in the Indian Ocean. The conveyor belt mixes salinity of seawater. Greater-salinity means warmer temperatures and more Atlantic storms; lesser salinity means colder seawater and fewer storms. The salinity, and water temperature, of the North Atlantic has been rising in the past few years, hence the increase in storm activity. Another element of the global weather pattern that Gray and his team monitor to make storm predictions is weather patterns in Africa. When the region there is wetter than usual, hurricane formation in the Atlantic is generally increased. Other key elements in Gray's forecasts are the tem- peratures of the waters off the United Kingdom and in the western Pacific Ocean. Gray said the North Atlantic was warmer in the 1950s and 1960s, a period of time that saw more tropi- cal storms in the Atlantic. Starting in the 1970s, those water temperatures dropped, as did storm activity. In the mid-1990s, though, the water began to warm and storms began to form. "It's shifting again," Gray said, "and we're enter- ing a higher mode of hurricane activity, especially with major storms." Other factors Gray and his group take into account in the forecast include a high-pressure ridge located near the Azores in the North Atlantic, temperature and pressure readings in West Africa, Caribbean sea-level pressure readings, temperature readings about 54,000 feet above Singapore and global wind speed at about 40,000 feet. 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Homes, cars, businesses just vanished in the face of 150-mph winds. After the storm, there was no running water and the sewer system didn't work. Electricity and phone ser- vice were cut off for nearly six weeks in most areas. There was no Internet and only limited cell phone ser- vice. Food was rationed. People had nothing to do but wait and pray, because all the businesses were either gone or destroyed. My former home at the Ocean Club condominiums, on the island's south shore was literally blown apart. Nothing left but a few pieces of wood and some bare trees. The Mariner's Cove apartment complex just north of Ocean Club was actually lifted off its founda- tion b\ the stirnm surge and moved 100 yardss north, blocking the island's lone north-south high\\i\. The tenen-foot storm surge that engulfed the island destroyed nearly 8)0 percent of all vehicles The salt%\ a- ter rendered the engines useless and beyond repair. The storm caused an estimated $2 billion n idam- ages on the upscale island, and the official estimate is that it \t ill take 10 ears to rebuild the island, not to mention regaiiing the lost tourism. Your worst nightmare come true. On Grand Cayman, you had nowhere to go. At least on Anna Maria Island, some people will have sense enough to go to the mainland to a shelter. It is beyond belief that some Islanders chose'to remain with their property when Hurricane Charley, a Category 4 storm, threatened the Island in August 2004, before turn- Hurricane ti Big storms can mean big trouble for boat owners. The best advice to secure your boat, be it large or small make sure your boat insurance is up to date. Other precautions to take include the usual advice for anyone used to Florida's often-stormy summer storms: Is your bilge pump operating correctly? Is your battery fully charged to run your bilge pump correctly? If your boat is stored out of the water; have you removed the drain plug? wJ inkifMw mW P@U81/ After After Hurricane Ivan struck Grand Catini. the 144 units of the Ocean Club condominiiums on the island's south coast were reduced to nothing more than foundation by the 150-mph winds. ing at the last minute to devastate Port Charlotte., Had it not turned, this Island would have looked like a war zone. Don't say it can't happen here. Sure, you see hurricane reporting on the Weather Channel, or hear about the effects, but until \ ou'\ e lived through such a storm, you probably don't really take those precautions at the start of the hurricane season to heart - until the hurricane warning flags go up, that is. ps for boaters If your boat is on davits, do you have the boat high enough out of the water to ensure it won't float away even in extreme high tides? Have you secured your boat with extra lines to the dock or seawall, with adequate fenders and rub-protec- tion to ensure the boat won't break free? Have you removed all extra gear from the boat? Extra stuff can become missiles in high wind, or could collect in the bilge and foul the pump. Don't try to trailer your boat off the Island dur- ing an evacuation do it well ahead of time. Many people will put off stocking up on canned goods, water, batteries, Sterno, first-aid supplies, lan- terns and all the other goodies in a hurricane kit, and some won't even bother. Most people probably don't even know where they would evacuate to if such an order -were issued for the Island. After the hurricane season of 2004, do you still - think it can't happen here? Ask the,people on Grand Cayman what to do if a Category-4 or 5 storm is headed toward Anna Maria Island. In 1960, the entire population of Manatee County was only about 20,000 people, and roughly 3.5 million people lived in Florida. 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Qualifying items selling for $50 or less: Radios (self-powered or battery powered). Two-way radios (self-powered or battery powered). Weather band radios (self-powered or battery pow- ered). Tarpaulins. Flexible waterproof sheeting. Ground anchor systems. Tie-down kits. Qualifying item selling for $750 or less: Portable generator that will be used to provide light or communications, or to preserve perishable food in the event of a power outage due to a hurricane. By the way, battery-powered or gas-powered light sources and qualifying portable self-powered radios will qualify for the exemption even though they may have electrical cords. How hurricanes came o be named Charley, Frances, Ivan and Jeanne are familiar names to hurricane w watchers. but the naming of storms: is a relatively new aspect in the science of studying whirly weather. An Australian weatherman, Clement Wragge. was the first to use female names in describing tropical storms in the late 1800s. although he also named se - eral after politicians \ hom hle particularly disliked. Meteorologists in the U.S. military picked up the prac- tice during World War II, naming storms after their wives and girlfriends. In 1951, weather officials began.to use names to designate storms, using common military titles of Able, Baker, Charlie and the like. Two years later, female names became the norm, with the first two hurricanes dubbed Alice'and Barbara. Complaints poured into the National Weather Bu- reau from women upset that they were being singled out in describing wicked weather, but the practice con- tinued until 1978, when hurricanes in the eastern Pa- cific were alternately named for men and women. In 1979, nomenclature for Atlantic hurricanes followed suit with Hurricane Bob the first "male" storm. Six bisexual lists of hurricane names have been developed by the World Meteorological Organization. The names are short. easy to remember and commonly used names from the English. French and Spantish lan- guages. To receive ai name. a tropical lo\i-pressure center must develop at least into a full-fledged tropical storm \\ ith \ ind speeds at 3 n mph. The lists are repeated ever) si\ ears, although the names of killer storms are retired from use. By -the way, 2004's Charley, Frances, Ivan and Jeanne have all been "retired" from use. 2005 hurricane names for the Atlantic Ocean: Arlene Lee Bret Maria Cindy Nate Dennis Ophelia Emily Philippe Franklin Rita Gert Stan Harvey Tammy Irene Vince Jose Wilma Katrina 2r I ~ Downed trees and power lines caused headaches on Anna Maria Islandin the 2005 hurricane season. LLLLL _. _.-,- _-.. --- --_ . (ir : f t : -. ,, , 1l i .li ikr ;^ - t),i ** '^t.M<'"; II',. I.".'....'. :..:l....k 'tL |..-- I:fi.. l ,. 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"We were awakened to a peaceful sound with frightening overtones: the gentle lapping of waves - against the side of our bayfront house as the storm surge, greater than anticipated, inundated the Island." "We went out to check on the storm and, going out the front door, stepped in ankle-deep water. One more inch and it would have been inside the house - and this was a storm that no one expected to amount to anything." "We didn't get our power back for five days." Storm stories are as numerous as the people on the Island. And therein lies the biggest problem we've got to face when not if, but when Southwest Florida's own Hurricane Andrew or Isabel comes call- ing. Some of the aftermath in Arcadia after Hurricane Charley visited last August. We had our \ ake-up call last year when four hur- ricanes hammered Florida and, although all more-or- less bypassed Anna Maria Island, there was still dam- age from the near-hits. There are too many of us living in too many vul- nerable places, We've been playing Lotto with our houses on the beaches, going against the odds year after year with our property and savings lodged on a barrier island that is not meant for humans in times of high winds and waves. Hurricane experts warn us not to test the elements with our lives. We've all watched the devastation that Homestead and Cutler Ridge suffered after their own version of Hell, Hurricane Andrew, came ashore in 1992. The $20 billion in damages, 200,000 left homeless and 15 dead are a grim reminder of what can happen here. Closer to our Gulffront homes, Hurricane Opal cleared a swath of shoreline in the Panhandle in 1995. And don't forget that Hurricane Charley was fore- cast to make landfall at the Sunshine Skyway Bridge on Aug. 13,2004, before it veered to the right and dev- astated Punta Gorda. 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The kit should include: MAedicines l eat east a t\, o-\ eek supply'); special dietarN foods that are non-perishable; blankes.. pillo\\ s. and sleeping bags; flashlight and lots of batteries: portable radio and lots of batteries; extra clothing: lightweight folding chairs, cots; personal items; infant necessities; quiet games or favorite toys for children; important papers; and snacks. Develop a plan for where you'll go if you need to leave the Island. Friends on the mainland or hurri- cane shelter locations should be identified and a route to the safe shelter plotted. If hurricane advisories list Southwest Florida as a threatened region, pay attention to local weather broadcasts for further updates, arid: Fill your vehicle with gasoline and be sure to check the oil, tires and wiper blades. Gather your Hurricane Survival Kit. Moor your boat securely or evacuate it to a safe mooring. Be prepared to board windows or protect them with tape or storm shutters. Remember, damage.to small windows is mostly caused by wind-driven debris; damage to larger windows may come from debris as well as wind pressure. Bring indoors' all outdoor furniture, plantings, lawn ornaments and anything that can be moved. Se- cure outdoor objects that can't be taken inside. Garbage cans, garden tools, toys, signs, porch furniture and other harmless items become missiles in hurricane winds. Stock up on drinking water. Bathtubs, jugs, bottles or pots can be used, or buy bottled water. Re- Safety tip No. 1: Don't drive rhrough1 stIandin, water. member, water ser' ice may be disturbed for daN s or longer after a hurricane. You should have one gallon of water per person per day, and you should have at least a three-day supply. Stock up on non-perishable food. Remember that electricity may be off for days or longer and cooking may be difficult, so make plans to prepare food or have food that can be eaten cold. Check to make sure you have a can opener that can be operated without electric- ity. Check all battery-powered equipment and stock up on batteries. Hurricane experts are recommending you not use candles due to the threat of fire. An un- tended flashlight won't start a fire, but a candle or lan- tern might. Stock up on cleanup materials: mops, buckets, towels, cleansers and the like. Make arrangements for boarding your pet. Re- member, shelters do not allow pets, so animals will have to be-kept with friends or at a vet. If hurricane advisories list Southwest Florida as a possible landfall for a hurricane, begin making preparations for the storm: Board all windows, or secure with security shut- ters. SBe prepared to leave. Remember, traffic leaving the Island will be worse than you can imagine. Hurri- cane authorities predict it will take 12 to 17 hours to evacuate the Island, so plan to,leave early. Watch or listen to local news broadcasts for shel- ter openings. If officials order an evacuation: Leave. Leave your swimming pool filled and super chlo- rinate. If possible, remove the pump, otherwise cover it. Turn off electricity and water to your house. Turn off gas valves at the appliance, not at the main valve. Let your friends and relatives know where you're going. Check with neighbors to make sure they have a safe, timely ride out of the area. After the hurricane passes: Be patient. Access to damaged areas will be lim- ited and you may not be able to return to your home immediately. Roads may be blocked by trees and live power lines, and emergency crews will need time to make the area safe. Expect security checkpoints, so make sure you have yalid identification showing your proper local address. Do not drive unless you must, and don't sightsee. Roads should remain clear for emergency vehicles. Avoid downed or damaged electrical wires. Beware of snakes, insects and animals that may have sought higher ground to avoid flood waters. 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Storm categories allow emiergencN manage- ment officials to determine time and need of evacua- tion. ,The Manatee County Emergency Management Division notes that "a Category 1 hurricane will kill you just as fast as a Category 5 storm, with the excep- tion that in a Category 5 storm you will be under a lot more water." Hurricane veterans have noted it is extremely dif- ficult to walk around in winds in excess of 50 mph - 24 mph less than even a Category 1 storm. There's also a good chance officials will be forced to close the bridges to vehicles due to high winds be- fore evacuating Anna Maria Island is completed, pro- viding yet another reason Island residents should plan to evacuate, early. Hurricane-forecasters use a "disaster-potential scale," called the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale, to assign storms into five categories. Rated from least to most powerful, the five categories and damage poten- tial are detailed below. It's important to note, though, that Tropical Storm Gabrielle in 2001 caused massive flooding, power out- ages and damage to the area with winds of about 70 mph not even a hurricane. And don't forget all the damage on Anna Maria Island caused by the four hurricanes of 2004 which didn't come very close to our shores. Category 1 Winds of 74-95 mph. Damage is primarily to shrubbery, trees, foliage and unanchored mobile homes. Some damage may occur to poorly constructed signs. Storm surgeis expected to be four to five feet above normal. Flooding is expected on barrier islands. Low-lying coastal roads may be inundated. Expect minor pier damage and small craft to be torn from ex- posed anchorages. Hurricane Agnes in 1972 was a Category 1 storm, leaving in its wake 122 deaths and $2 billion in dam- age. Hurricane Erin in 1995 was also a Category 1 storm, causing 11 deaths and $700 million in damage, mostly to central Florida. Also, Hurricane Allison and .Hurricane Noel of 1995 were Category 1 hurricanes at peak intensity. Category 2 Winds of 96-110 mph. Damage caused by wind is considerable, with some trees blown down. Major dam- age expected to exposed mobile homes and poorly con- structed signs. Some damage to roofs, windows and doors of buildings expected. Considerable damage to piers, marinas and small craft in unprotected anchor- ages. Storm surge is expected to be six to eight feet above-normal with accompanying flooding. Hurricane Cleo-in 1964 was a Category 2 storm, devastating Florida's east coast and causing $500 mil- lion in damage. Also, hurricanes Erin and Marilyn in 1995 were both Category 2 hurricanes when Erin's ee\e all hit the Florida Panhandle coast and when Marilyn passed through the Virgin Islands. Hurricane Frances in 2004 was a strong Category 2 hurricane. Category 3 Winds of 111-130 mph. Large trees will topple. Practical all poorly constructed signs will be blown down. Expect structural damage to small buildings. Many mobile homes may be destroyed. Storm surge nine to 12 feet above normal. Serious flooding along barrier islands and coastal areas. Large exposed build- ings will be damaged, and smaller structures will be destroyed by wave action and floating debris. Low-lying escape routes will be cut by rising wa- ter three to five hours before the arrival of the hurricane center. Terrain continuously lower-than 5 ft above mean sea level may be flooded inland to a distance of eight or more miles. Hurricane Betsy in 1965-was a Category 3 storm that killed 75 people and caused $1 billion in damage. Hurricane Marilyn in 1995 was a Category 3 storm, killing eight people and causing $1.5 billion in damage to eastern Caribbean islands. That same year spawned Hurricane Roxanne as a Category 3 storm at landfall on the Yucatan Peninsula. Hurricane Jeanne last year was a weak Category 3 storm. Category 4 Winds of 131-155 mph. Shrubs and trees gone. Extensive damage to roofs, windows and doors, with most roofs on small homes destroyed. Complete de- struction expected of mobile homes. Storm surge 12- 15 feet above normal. Major damage is expected to lower floors of structures near the coastline or on bar- rier islands due to flooding, waves and floating debris. Terrain lower than 10 feet above sea level may be flooded, requiring massive evacuation of residential areas as far inland as six miles. Hurricane Donna in 1960 was a Category 4 storm that killed 50 people and caused $500 million in dam- ages to Florida. Wind gusts were estimated at 180 mph in Donna. - Hurricane Opal in -1995 was also a Category 4 storm, killing 59 people and causing $3 billion in dam- age, mostly in the Panhandle, although some damage occurred on Anna Maria Island as the storm tracked to the north. Also in that year, Hurricane Luis was a Cat- egory 4 hurricane while moving over the Leeward Is- lands, as was Hurricane Felix. Hurricane Georges in 1999 was at one point a Category 4 storm, killing more than 500 people and causing more than $2 billion in damage. Hurricane Floyd, also in 1999, was at one point a Category 4 storm as it passed through the Ba- hamas, but had weakened before its eventual landfall in North Carolina. In 2004, both Hurricanes Charley and and Ivan were powerful Category 4 storms, with winds of 145 and 135 mph, respectively. Category 5 Winds in excess of 155 mph. No trees, shrubs or signs. No windows, doors, small buildings, mobile homes. Storm surge more than 15 feet above normal, resulting in extreme damage to structures less than 10 feet above sea level. There will be major damage to lower floors of all structures located less than 15 feet above sea level and within 500 yards of the shoreline. Massive evacuation of residential areas on low ground within 10 miles of the shoreline may be required. A 1935 hurricane on Labor Day struck the Florida Keys with winds in excess of 200 mph. A total of 408 people died as a result of the hurricane. Hurricane Camille in 1969 was a Category 5 storm, and Hurricane Gilbert of 1988 was a Category 5 hurricane at peak intensity, Hurricane Mitch was a Category 5 hurricane, and was the third-deadliest storm on record, with more than 10,000 deaths in Central America. Hurricane Andrew, recently reclassifed from a Catagory 4 to Category 5 storm, came ashore on Florida's east coast August 25, 1992. Sustained winds topped 155 mph, with gusts more than 175 mph. More than 60,000 homes were destroyed, 200,000 people left homeless, more than 2 million people evacuated, 15 people died and damage was estimated at $20 billion. Hurricane Andrew was the third most intense hurricane last century, and caused the greatest property loss of any hurricane in the United States. WO UTH CHARTERS SSightseeing Fishing Photo Excursions Egmont Key Picnics & Nature Walks F~ A--f- Iv . !" ";: 1. .-._I fawsitivelv Pets & Property Services Inc. 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It's important an\ \ here there ae \\ indstorms. es- pecially on an exposed Island or mainland shore, for flying glass inflicts terrible damage to people in every hurricane. *But right now even the giants that usually lead the field, any field, are short: Home Depot said it expected to have materials in six to eight \ weeks, and that's with- out installation, v.hich the store doesn't do. Lowe's has some steel shutters in stock, but no aluminum and no clear plastic-at all and who knows when those more popular materials will arrive? If those big guys are over-extended, how about the littler guys? Well, they're struggling lo cover the de-, mand just like the biggies. That's for the shutters and for the plastic panels, all needing professional fitting. \ indo\\ b) \ indo\%. Ho\\ about film and laminate t which stick to the window's glass itself? Well, it's fine, the next best thing to shutters and quite a.bit cheaper, said Kurt Raible of Key Storm Pro- tection, a subsidiary of Solar Vision on Manatee Av- enue West in Bradenton. It's as strong as the window, he said, the newer the ..-- -_-- -..-- .-. f : ]-- ,'!- -^-i-- '- ,t: :., The Bradenton Beach City Pit r sustained heavy damage:last Labor Day when Hurrit at II FiraIL es caused strong winds and heavy rain. k\ indo\ the beer the protection. But it doesn't keep debris away from the glass. its main job is to keep the glass together so it doesn't cut people. -Other than film, the curse this year is supply. Even a company with strong ties to shutter makers, such as Armored Dade just east of Cortez, which deals \ ith a firm that has made shutters for 27 years in Mi- ami. Joe Degilio, co-owner, said that with delay s in delivery of materials, it would be at least two months from order to installation. "Clear panels used to take three weeks, now it's five and more," he said, and some suppliers are six months behind in orders. Save millions, trim trees now By Jim Hanson Islander Correspondent Those lovely trees for which Florida is envied. around the country can become our deadly en- emies in a heavy storm. So trim them beforehand. Like now. Laurie Feagans, chief of emergency manage- ment in Manatee County, likes trees and other plant life, but she likes safety more. Downed trees and their boughs get in the way of emergency crews in a storm, interrupt electric power and they Buy Hurricane Shutters Direct and Save A.E. Mason has been manufacturing and installing high- quality Aluminum Accordion Shutters S for over a decade. SOur shutters are Dade .-R Counts approved Se-.ar '-- \\ e ire 1311111 t l- owned company . A:- ^ who takes pride, in our quality, service and Competitive prices. Call for a free estimate 941-794-5461 941-518-0204 CGC.07071 cost taxpayers millions in this county alone. Companies and business places and homeowners need to start right now trimming vul- nerable parts off trees. Especially branches that stretch over houses, Feagans said, for they are very real threat. There are other aspects to falling trees elec- tric power interruptions, for example, and stalled emergency vehicles and the possible reduction of the life of the county's landfill. So prepare now. Keep trees trimmed. Bradenton Beach Police Department Call our communications number for evacuation assistance: 778-6311 If you need further information, call city hall at 778-1005. lus for all your insurance needs... Lainie Daiis of Shutter Vue on Cortez Road finds himself booked 12-14 weeks ahead for e\ ern thine - shutters. panels. accordion assemblies, lanai windscreens. Prices trouble him, too, for it's hard to quote a job price when suppliers keep changing prices. Anna Maria Island's John Agnelli, whose office is just across Marina Drive from the Island Shopping Center, has as much supply trouble as anyone else. Order now and by September he can probably install the clear panels Islanders seem to prefer. He has a va- riety of products up to and including rollers, which he doesn't recommend in salt air. Do his suppliers' prices fluctuate too? "Yeah, up and up," he said. An old-timer in the business doesn't have any edge, according to Tom Coughlin, CEO of Metro Home Sup- ply, which has been doing this kind of work since 1977. His outfit puts in any kind of protection when it can get materials, but right now manufacturers are running two months behind. He said if your home is really. high-end, you may want to look into Kevlar window protection, but he warned that it's quite high-end in price, too. There's always plywood, of course. Well. not always: Last year even the giant lumber stores ran out before the hurricane season was over. Plywood is effective, these professionals concede, but it has to be put up and taken down every season, and-it doesn't look good, and you can't see through it and it keeps the house dark. .. in other words, they admit it's acceptable in the absence of better ways, but their ways are better. HMHO EE Call oL ir o muiatos ug e PAGE 12 E 2005 STORM SPECIAL i THE ISLANDER Knowvyour shelters, where and when * All the emergency shelters are on the mainland, much of which is unfamiliar to Islanders and West Bradenton residents. The locations of shelters, the best routes to them, and the order in which they are likely to open, are good things to know before they're needed. Barrier islands such as Anna Maria and Longboat. are the first to be evacuated, their residents the first to need shelters. Nobody wants to need one, but it's reas- suring that one will be available if the need arises. Laurie Feagans, Manatee County's chief of emer- gency management, and her staff have identified shel- ters and seen to their preparation for an emergency. Feagans strongly advises people not to go to a shel- ter until officials announce through the media that it is open. She noted that shelter openings may vary with each emergency, so stay tuned to local media. People with special needs in assistance in evacua- tion should register with the West Malnatee Fire & SRescue District, 6001 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, or by calling 741-3900. The shelters are: Bayshore Elementary, 6120 26th St. W., Bradenton Johnson Middle, 2121 26th Ave. E., Bradenton. Lee Middle School, 4000 53rd Ave. W., Bradenton. Lincoln Middle, 305 17th S. E., Palmetto. Manatee High, 1000 32nd St. W., Bradenton. Oneco Elementary, 2000 53rd Ave. E., Bradenton. Prine Elementary,' 3801 Southern Parkway W., Bradenton. *- ~7x,-~5 F-- I-s~5-4c. CCi --~i~ Rowlett Elementary, 3500 Ninth St. E., Bradenton. Sea Breeze Elementary, 3601 71st St. W., Bradenton. Tillman Elementary, 1415 29th St. E., Palmetto, Bashaw Elementary, 3515 Morgan Johnson Road, Bradenton. Braden River Elementary, 6215 River Club Blvd., Bradenton. Braden River Middle, 6215 River Club Blvd., Bradenton. Braden River High, 6545 State Road 70 E, Bradenton. Freedom Elementary, 9515 State Road 64 E., Bradenton. Haile Middle, 9501 State Road 64 E., Bradenton. Kinnan Elementary, 3415 Tallevast Road, Sarasota. McNeal Elementary, 6325 Lorraine'Road, Bradenton. Mills Elementary, 7200 69th St. E., Bradenton. Myakka City Elementary, 37205 Manatee Ave., Myakka City. Nolan Middle, 6615 Greenbrook Blvd., Bradenton. No, the Anna Maria City Pier is not a safe shelter in a storm, as this picture proves after Hurricane Jeanne blasted across the state last summer. Hurricane factoids On the planet Jupiter, a whirlwind-looking event is called the Great Red Spot. It was first seen by Galileo 300 years ago. 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One flashlight per person with spare batteries. Battery-operated radio. First-aid kit: bandages, gauze, scissors, petroleum jelly, antiseptic spray, hydrogen peroxide, antacids, aspirin, Before the start of hurricane season is defi- nitely the time to check on your insurance poli- cies, especially if you have a boat. And according to attorney John W. Merting, you should review not only your insurance policy but-also your marine-insurance application. Merting, a maritime attorney, said, "Marine insurers usually issue policies to all who apply and in general only 'underwrite' and thoroughly investigate an application and policy when there is a claim. Florida dramatically restricts this prac- tice of 'post-claim underwriting' for other types of coverage, but maritime policies can be gov- erned by federal law, which permits a policy to be voided if the insured doesn't accurately disclose certain information in the application. "Florida marine insurance policies are not subject to statutory minimum standards like other types of policies," he continued, "and many ma- rine policies are written through substandard companies and surplus lines companies. This means the Florida Insurance Guaranty Associa- thermometer, rubbing alcohol. Extra prescription medicine. Matches, preferably wooden. Disposable eating utensils and plates. Toilet paper. SMosquito repellent. Below are some things that will prove useful, but are deemed to not be essential. Gallon-size plastic freezer bags to fill with water to make ice. Needle and thread. Whistle and air horn. Disinfectant; Grill or Sterno stove with extra fuel. Oven mitts. Lantern with extra fuel. Garbage bags. Rope or heavy cord, 100 feet. ' Tarpaulin to make temporary roof repairs. And finally, here are some items classed as "luxu- ries." Chainsaw and extra fuel. Backup generator and extra fuel. tion doesn't cover the company if it becomes in- solvent. Florida law requires a 'notice' be stamped on the declaration page of policies writ- ten through a 'surplus line' insurer; avoid such policies unless you have literally no other op- tions." Merting said there are also some exclusions in many policies, which include alcohol consumption, sinking ships and "acts of God." "Another consideration to keep in mind is your policy's description of who is included in the term 'insured,'" Merting said. "Some policies include everyone in the owner's household and everyone who is operat- ing the boat with the permission of the owner. Others limit it to only the named owner and no other family members unless they are at least as old as the named owner. That means that if a husband owned the boat and his wife was one day younger, she would not be covered. Obvi- ously, children and anyone outside the household would likewise be excluded from coverage." Doubt the power of a hurricane? 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Pf n .~ a -: f ( j , . 4 4 4 - PAGE 14 E 2005 STORM SPECIAL E THE ISLANDER Post-storm planning also critical to safety A great deal of time and effort is spent on prepar- ing for hurricanes, but little thought is given to the af- termath of a storm. As Floridians learned in the wake of four hurricanes last year, the ordeal of post-storm disasters can be more horrible than the winds, waves and rain of the storm itself. The Emergency Preparedness Educational Institute has found that "a majority of citizens living in hurri- cane areas not only lack a plan to prepare for a hurri- cane, but also lack a plan to deal with the aftermath of the storms." The Illinois-based group found that "only 11 per- cent of residents and businesses have even the most. basic plans to deal with the aftermath of a storm. Based upon research conducted following 2004 Hurricanes Charley, Frances, Jeanne and Ivan, EPEI surveys indi- cate that for a majority of individuals it was the lack of preparation for the aftermath of the hurricane that was the most devastating." Norris L. Beren, executive director of the EPEI, .-Is -our home Spread for *^- hurricane season? Lines for basic necessities such as food, water and other supplies stretched on and on in Wachula after Hurricane Charley. This photo was taken a week after the storm at a Salvation Army relief station. said, "We found that it is after the hurricane hits rather then before the storm that people must be most pre- pared to cope with. Mlan\ thingss that would appear common sense are overlooked in the aftermath of these storms." Among the steps that EPEI found had been over- looked and now urges citizens prepared for are: Have a three-day supply of clothes, supplies, food and water, batteries, cleaning supplies, medicine, cash and portable radio on hand; Make sure your gasoline tank is as full as possible when you return. Have alternate shelter plans if you cannot remain home because of flooding-or other damage. Plan ahead what type of meals you can serve if you have no power and purchase food. supplies appropri- ately. 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Atmospheric scien- tists and emergency planners agree that it's just a mat- ter of time before some portion of Florida is struck by another catastrophic hurricane..No one knows when or where it will strike, but we do know that eventually it Swill blast ashore somewhere and cause massive de- Sstruction perhaps even greater than that caused by SAndre\ Since there is nothing an\ one can do to alter that foreboding reality, the question is: Are we ready for the next great hurricane?" That quote is from Jay Barnes' book, "Florida's SHurricane History." Unfortunately, his -assessment is True, especially for residents of Anna Maria Island. The challenge will come through redevelopment. Do Islanders want to rebuild the Island as it looks to- day, or is there a better way to live on this narrow strip of sand? Those questions have been partially answered in the "Islandwide post-disaster redevelopment plan for Anna Maria Island," prepared by the Tampa Bay Re- gional Planning Council. Taking into account existing land uses and poten- tial redevelopment, transportation, drainage, and other issues, officials have produced a document that will serve as a springboard for rebuilding the Island. After the storm When the winds have abated and the water has re- ceded, post-disaster planning begins. There are three stages to this process: SImmediate emergency period. Debris will be cleared, search and rescue operation undertaken and an initial assessment of damages to the Island will take place. This process is expected to take several days. Ali T Akin, Powe 'i'i. Ot!eIs' will be maina he at~er ca ia, r .stonu strike. Short range restoration period. Minor or moder- atel. damaged structures mia\ be repaired plus damage assessment of all buildings. This process is expected to take several xieeks or nioinls. Long range reconstruction period. This period- will allow for full restoration of services, reconstruc- tion of-all structures, and total infrastructure repair. This process could take several years. Among the thoughts to be considered are: Consider the overall redevelopmentof the Island, rather than just one community or one neighborhood. Planning after storm critical CONTINUED FROM PAGE 14 battery charger. Make sure you have a current picture ID to gain access to your home or business locations. Notify family members outside the storm area when you have arrived. Check outside of home, roof, walls and chimney and see if it all appears safe before entering your home. Open closets and cupboards carefully and watch for falling objects. When resetting circuit breakers. \\ear dr\ .rubber- soled shoes and stand on something dry such as a wood board. Use only one hand when touching a circuit.breaker. After the storm. be careful of poisonous snakes, insects and other \ wildlife that ma\ be dislocated by the storm and relocated in hour home. Assume all stairs, floors and roofs are unsafe un- til inspected. Avoid turning on power if there is floodwater present. Always ask for identification before allowing any- one to enter your residence. Prevent mold by sanitizing personal property, clothes, furniture and shelves that hold food and clothes, including areas where children play. Steam clean carpeting and upholstered furniture. Use bleach with water, one cup of bleach to five gallons of water, and other disinfectants to neutralize bacteria. "It cannot be emphasized enough that preparation for after one of these deadly storms is just as critical as preparing for the storm," said Beren. METRO1 ...O Home Supp / y Manatee Hurricane Expo June 18 10am to 4pm -o .. .. Desoto Square Mall 8051 N. Tamiami Tr., Sarasota, FL CDX PANEL BUDDIES METAL OR CLEAR IMPACT RESISTANT Primed, Vinyl Edge & Easy Mount Panels Windows & Doors Cut to Fit ... Easy Mount From $3.50 per ft. Aluminum or Vinyl Fasteners. Installed From $350 ea. From $78 ea. -:' .i-- - -PI a- a -- ~ 311 1 .1. 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