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Skimming the news ... Harry Filkins: Greatest Generation, inside. l nna Maria as &V4VV'I i Islan d er Soccer ix a kick, page 4-B r : i z :.-.= _..- .... ,.',2_ ,;'5 '' -"' '- : 2: : ,: -' .. .r ." "". "" -L-".-- -... -. ...". .. .. ..__. ._ .. . "The Best News on Anna Maria Island Since 1992" www.islander.org Volume 14, No. 15 Feb. 15, 2006 FREE -.r ,;~:' . ,-.-_ --' 47 .................. .... . .......... IN. 'K. . -, ,. 1 - -",, LOOKING FOR SEAGRASS: The City of Anna Maria looking northwest over Bimini Bay. Islander Photo: Jack Elka. MORE PAGE 5-.1 d :..is--- '...' i'li .1 .I-~ .-~;. ....Id:I ;"''i.4 is i i. ,I- r: ~a~ Goodloe rakes in taxpayer cash while stalling By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter At the same time Goodloe Marine of Apollo Beach was reportedly demanding $70,000 from Mana- tee County, Holmes Beach and Bradenton Beach to remove its pipes and equipment from the Island's beaches for the next two months, the company has been hauling in millions of dollars from federal contracts - courtesy of U.S. taxpayers. According to U.S. Army Corps of Engineer records available on the Web, the company was awarded $10.23 million worth of Corps contracts in 2005, including $4.587 million for the Anna Maria Island emergency beach renourishment project that began in early July. Other contracts were for $1.5 million in Baffin Bay, Texas, and $4.26 million in Mississippi. Surprisingly, the Corps awarded Goodloe Marine the Anna Maria Island contract, even though Goodloe's bid the low bid on the project was about $1 mil- lion higher than the official Corps estimate. On the Baffin Bay project, Goodloe bid $1.5 mil- lion bit was paid $1.98 million by completion. Goodloe also won a 2004 contract from the Corps to renourish South Padre Island in Texas for $1.495 million. That project was to renourish the beach with 377,000 cubic yards of dredged sand. The cost for South Padre Island pales in compari- son to the $4.6 million in taxpayer dollars the company is due for just 400,000 cubic yards of pumped sand on Anna Maria Island. And there were "issues" with the South Padre renourishment project, according to South Padre Island City Manager Dewey Cashwell and City Planner Kate Bell. "This last renourishment took longer than hoped for. Goodloe Marine faced some 'challenges,'" said Cashwell, who also said he understood it was Good- loe's first beach renourishment project. Bell said there were problems between Goodloe and the Corps over paperwork and permits along with bad weather. A dispute between the city and county over where the pumped sand would be located also contributed to the delay in completion. She said Goodloe also halted renourishment during the 2004 Christmas season, but resumed in early Janu- ary. "Ultimately, it went fine," she concluded. PLEASE SEE GOODLOE, NEXT PAGE Commissioner Cramer will need kidney transplant By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter Anna Maria City Commissioner Linda Cramer has been diagnosed with polycystic kidney disease, a genetic con- dition that will ultimately result in the need for a kidney transplant. Cramer was diagnosed with the dis- ease just before Christmas. "Basically, I'm looking at eventu- ally having to undergo kidney dialysis at some point in the future, then I'll need a kidney transplant." she said. Her doctors have indicated she can expect the pro- gression to dialysis and then a transplant in one to two years. Cramer said she knew something, was wrong when she began to experi- ence severe abdominal pains and head- aches last summer. After a number of exams, doctors eventually diagnosed the disease and withdrew large amounts of fluid from the cysts that have formed on her liver and kidneys. "It's genetic. There's no known cure. The last few months have been tough on me, but I'm feeling better after they took out the fluids. I'm upbeat and positive." Doctors have placed her on medica- tion and a restricted diet. She said she's trying to get accepted into an Emory University medical school program in Atlanta for transplants that will cover some testing and the esti- mated $150,000 cost of the transplant. Cramer, a self-employed business- woman, pays for her own health insur- ance. Her policy, however, will only cover up to $50,000 in critical care expenses. Unless she can come up with another $100,000, getting accepted into the Emory University program is almost mandatory. "It's a good thing I took out a policy, but it doesn't cover everything," she said. "But I don't want people to feel sorry for me. I'm able to keep working and con- tinue my duties as a city commissioner. There's nothing in the near future in my treatment that will interfere. I've'got a posi- tive outlook and it looks like I'm going to get into the program at Emory." Cramer said she's working now to help make people aware of polycystic kidney disease. Anna Maria City Commissioner Linda Cramer -~ - .rl`iC. F-~ a _~~L~~ r-;r 2-A E FEB. 15, 2006 E THE ISLANDER Goodloe pipes remain on beach CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1-A Corps records for 2003 and 2004 were unavailable online, but according to Corps online records for 2002, Goodloe obtained three USACE contracts that year for a total of $5 million. Goodloe began the Island's renourishment project in early July and was expected to finish by. Nov. 1. But the company claimed foul weather in the Gulf of Mexico caused innumerable delays and Goodloe had only completed about 60 percent of the renourishment by mid-December. At that time, the company halted further dredging operations, claiming it did not want to interrupt the Island's tourist season. But Goodloe kept its pipes and equipment on the beach, apparently intending to resume the job later. Strangely, while Goodloe Marine was saying the weather had slowed the project, the Longboat Key beach renourishment effort being done by Manson Construction and Engineering has continued during the same period, even through the winter season. Although the Corps has made no official announce- ment on when renourishment on Anna Maria Island will resume, or even if Goodloe will be allowed to continue, Holmes Beach Mayor Carol Whitmore said Goodloe was asking for $70,000 last week to remove its equipment from the beach until the job starts again. Whitmore said that Goodloe wanted the money from Manatee County, which in turn asked for finan- cial assistance from the affected Island cities. Accord- ing to Whitmore, once the Corps learned of Goodloe's demand, it said neither the county nor the Island cities should pay.Goodloe any money. According to the online USACE records, Goodloe has only been paid $350,000 by the Corps for Island renourishment. Efforts to reach Goodloe Marine for comment about its current and prior contracts with the Corps were unsuccessful. The Corps declined to comment about any prior contracts with Goodloe. Manatee County Commissioner Jane von Hahmann said on Monday that the county expected an answer from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers by Tuesday on the future of the beach renourishment project. According to von Hahmann, the Corps told Com- missioner Joe McClash it was forwarding county and Island concerns about the project to "higher-ups" and the Corps would speak to McClash on Monday. "So, either we're going to send them a congratura- tory letter on Tuesday, or again ask them what's going on," she said Monday. Holmes Beach Mayor Carol Whitmore said late last week she understood Goodloe Marine was to begin moving pipes and equipment on Friday, Feb. 10, for storage at Coquina Beach until the renourishment proj- ect resumed. But no equipment was moved from the beaches last week and efforts to confirm Goodloe's removal with the Corps were unsuccessful. The Corps has been noncommittal about the future of the project, when the equipment will be removed, and if Goodloe will continue as the contractor. Still here Goodloe Marine still has pipes and equipment from the beach renourishment project on the Island's beaches, two months after the company halted renourishment operations and moved its personnel to another job site. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin optional Cuisine Tor cGlass Wine jagbers & Ales 4 1b 600%f 4,44 A 0 0 44op1 4", i4 14oo ok 4. VI oft am momr Al 0?4 4 KU164. REST A-U RANT 111 South Bay Boulevard Anna Maria Island : 941-778-1515 Northern Tip Of Anna Maria Island : Across From The City Pier Breakfast: Sat & Sun 8am -1130am : Lunch: Every Day 1 l:30amr-4pm Dinner: Sun-Thurs 4:30pmn-9pm : Fri & Sat 4:30pm-9pm www.thewaterfrontrestaurant.net I Continental / Bistro You'll love our Beef Wellington. A tender filet mignon, topped with Chef Damon's pate, wrapped in puff pastry, baked golden and served with Bordelaise sauce. Mmmm. It's your choice from 17 dinner entrees, specials and other favorites. Island Shopping Center 5406 Marina Drive Holmes Beach 941 778 5320 I Nothing moving on beach NX 1'",j, ERF'IR() N $/ THE ISLANDER 0 FEB. 15. 2006 0 A-3 Costly boat fire Firefighters from West Manatee Fi & Rescue, above, world, ri ,itiil.'ui this boat fire Feb. 7 on a canal at 521 71st St. in Holmes Beach. Acc ing to WMFR officials,/the boat wa engulfed inflames by the time fire ers arrived. The vessel was a ;'iranl and sustained an estimated $55, OC damages. Cause ofthe fire was list an electrical accident. Islander Ph Bonner Joy At left, the fire raged out of control onboard "Surftractor," a 33-foot 5 Angler boat, before firefighters ar and extinguished the blaze. Island Photo: Courtesy Tom Vetorino Jtd~A Communi-ty ' ~ I~E~~i~%ct "-,W. li~P tpautq~.~Shm.. NO I RA jj- p & feint Gmtr :~j~tt~* ai~~~~w~ Mtc---,.-p : Meetings Anna Maria City Feb. 15, 6:30 p.m., environmental education and enhance- ment committee meeting. Feb. 21, 7 p.m., planning and zoning board meeting. Feb. 23, 7 p.m., city commission meeting. Feb. 23, 3 p.m., bids open for Gladiolus-North Shore Drive drainage project. Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, 708-6130. Bradenton Beach Feb. 16, 1 p.m., city commission meeting. Agenda: Second reading and public hearing on newsrack ordi- nance, approval of Dottie Poindexter as a program man- ager, appointment of volunteers to Waterfronts Florida committee, approval of Tom Woodard as public works director, update on Bodell-public works property purchase and assignment of liaison duties. Feb. 21, 1 p.m., scenic highway committee meeting. Feb. 22, 4:30 p.m., WAVES committee meeting. S Feb. 23, 4:30 p.m., code enforcement board meeting. Bradenton Beach City Hall, 107 Gulf Drive N., 778-1005. S Holmes Beach Feb. 16, 10 a.m., code enforcement board meeting. Feb. 22, 7 p:m., parks and beautification committee meet- ing. Feb. 23, 9 a.m.,.board of adjustment meeting. Feb. 23, 7 p.m., planning board meeting. Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive, 708-5800. re 4l, Of Interest Feb. 15, 7 p.m., Coalition of Barrier Island Elected Officials meeting, Holmes Beach City Hall. ord- Feb. 15, 6 p.m., West Manatee Fire & Rescue District as Commission worksession on policy manual, Fire Station ight- No. 1, 6001 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. loss Feb. 16, 6 p.m., West Manatee Fire & Rescue District Commission meeting, Fire Station No. 1, 6001 Marina 90 in Drive, Holmes Beach. ted as Feb. 21, 3:30 p.m., Island Transportation Planning Orga- loto: nization meeting, Anna Maria City Hall. Holiday Closures City offices in Anna Maria and Holmes Beach will be l closed for Presidents' Day Monday, Feb. 20. tuart Waste Management customers in Anna Maria, Holmes rived Beach and Longboat Key will not have scheduled garbage or recycling pickup Feb. 20. The alternate pickup date will er be Saturday, Feb. 18. No service interruptions will take place in Bradenton Beach. Mullet Manqos 6 Music /f . ,. .., .. I, r , ,. :.J - -- wx_ ........................... -- --- ..... ... .............. ... ---- SPONSORS: Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage, Chiles Restaurant Group. Manatee County Area transit Bradenton Herald A cause endorsed by Jean-Michel Cousteau www.cortezfishingfestival.org 4600 124th St. W., Cortez 941-794-1249 Remote Parking at Sugg Middle School, $801 59th St. W. and at Coquina Peach Bayside. Round-trip shuttle service 42 ---- ---- -1--~ ---;---"-'-~-;-'~ '- ;'~-"~'"~'~""' '~"~''`- ~'~"~ ~"'~~~'" r r. triB66~ 4-A M FEB. 15, 2006 T THE ISLANDER Where's the beach? By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter Anna Maria Mayor SueLynn and many residents along the city's bayfront near Bean Point are anxiously awaiting a report from Dr. Robert Dean of the Univer- sity-of Florida on bayfront erosion and what, if any- thing, can be done to correct the problem. The beach along the city's eastern shore, particu- larly from the Rod & Reel Pier to Bean Point, has been disappearing, then returning the past four years with all the regularity of an Elvis sighting. Two years ago, so much of the beach in that area had disappeared that the city commission authorized a study on the nature of the erosion and possible cor- rective measures by noted marine scientist Dean of the University of Florida. Not surprisingly to many longtime Anna Maria res- idents, the beach in this area appeared to have returned about two years ago. Now, however, waves lap against the seawalls of many bayfront residences, even at low tide, and sea water easily breaches the seawalls in many locations at high tide. But hope may be on the way. "The study is done," said SueLynn, "and Dr. Dean expects to present his report to the city later this month. I'm hoping we can come up with some answers." She said the beach along this area and in some sections of Bean Point is rapidly disappearing, while the beach along the 700 block of North Shore Drive is returning. "Just last summer, there was almost no beach in that area. Now, there's 30 or 40 feet of sand in front of those houses and even a sandbar going way out in the Gulf," the mayor said. But longtime city residents such as Tom Turner said the loss and return of the beach along the city's bay and Gulf sides has always run in cycles. Turner has lived in the 800 block of North Shore on the bay side for nearly 30 years and has seen the beach in that area come and go on numerous occasions. Maybe, said the mayor, but she and the city com- mission would like to get some answers and possibly some help for bayside and Bean Point residents, before Mother Nature solves everyone's erosion problem. The mayor has also asked the-Florida Department of Environmental Protection to consider the area a "critically eroded beach" and eligible for state grants to control the problem. If: ftyte salf . Experience thiedifference I.. '.. tii-, .-. . I..,%n .. .;*.. J. I .. :- ., ". ;. ': . rA1sa1di sna. m; K 5.,...;. : .'nna.,mZ .iii ;n : -'.:;- :.=..;;. IOU' -I Rising beach Just six months ago, the beach area in the 700 block of North Shore Drive had nearly vanished, with waves at high tide lapping at the foundation of several homes. Now, however, the area appears to have added about 40 to 50feet of beach and a sandbar about 100 yards long is now jutting out from the Island. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin ~-,--i .- _. Declining beach The beach along Anna Maria's bayside from the Rod & Reel Pier to Bean Point is once again in decline. This photo taken two hours after high tide last Thursday shows water coming up to the seawall. in many loca- tions and waves easily crash into the back yards of many residences. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin EVERYTHING UNDER THE SUN J *Orch ds WHY LEAVE S' Mulch Srell ,Sod r Ds Interior Silks~ Me~-cn Porey Framed^A ISLAND?? SLands :pg n Porr WE HAVE IT *. Palm Tre. ; Dishes, Lights WEHA SIrrgalinr Wroughr Iron HERE! *Shruris Gaic-bc SCei u-. 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THE ISLANDER N FEB. 15, 2006 A-5 'Under-bay boring' adds juice to Island A $500,000 project to enhance electrical ser- vice to Anna Maria Island is ongoing adjacent to the Anna Maria Island Bridge. Florida Power & Light Area Manager Mel Klein said the "under-bay boring" will replace the existing power cable, which was installed in the 1950s. The submarine cable will serve 3,900 customers and will be bored a distance of about 3,400 feet. When finished, it will be 40 feet beneath the bay bottom. "The cable will assure the power require- ments for the future on the Island," Klein said. The cable near the bridge is one of four that serve the Island; others include cable under the bay near the Cortez Bridge and two making Island landfall near Key Royale. Klein said no traffic disruptions were expected during the project, which should be completed within 45 days. Island in the sun Islander photographer Jack Elka last week took the page 1 photo and the one above that capture most of the City ofAnna Maria looking northwest toward Galati Marine from the southern city limit abutting Holmes Beach at Bimini Bay. Elka shot photographs from a helicopter at the city's request of areas where seagrass beds still exist in preparation for an upcom- ing submission for a Florida Department of Environ- mental Protection permit for anticipated repair work on the bayfrontjetties at the entrance to Lake La Vista. Islander Photos: Jack Elka By Jim Hanson Islander Reporter The recent death of a green sea turtle in the intake of the Longboat Key beach renourishment dredge has highlighted the extraordinary measures in place for turtle protection. Given those measures, required by state and federal regulators, catching the green up in the dredging mech- anism was a highly unusual happenstance, its cause still not fully known. Robin Trindell of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission staff said very stringent measures keep turtles out of dredges almost always. Only one kind of dredge causes such problems, she said. For that type of machine, special gear has been developed for the end of the dredge pipe, "sort of like cowcatchers on railroad locomotives," she said. It pushes turtles away from the suction as the dredge pumps sand from the borrow area to the beach. One problem that remains is that turtles sometimes burrow into the sand and mud of the bottom, where the. "cowcatcher" can't reach. Another possible problem, one that rarely occurs because'of requirements imposed by the state and fed- eral regulations as well as by Manatee County, is that the dredge moves from section to section of the bon ow site to get the desired grade of sand. That means the intake pipe has to be moved too, and though it's done \ ith care. t sometimes lift rthe intake opening and the turtle protector off the bottomn The suction at that point can catch the turtle. Another turtle safety measure is trawlers employed to net turtles in the area and relocate them away from harm. They operate under special permits that include an exception to the turtle-exclusion devices required on the big nets for normal trawling for other marine life. Such a trawler is operating at the Longboat Key dredge operation. It is fully permitted by FWC and the U.S Army Corps of Engineers, Trindell said, and has been quite successful. : - Nevertheless, one green turtle slipped past the trawler's net and the special exclusion gear on the dredge intake, and ended up the victim of modem machinery. Its death, or "take" in dredgers' parlance, shut down dredging for the better part of a week at the end of January. The Longboat Key Public Works Department said that since November, when the project and the trawler started, the fishing boat has netted and relocated 45 marine turtles: 22 loggerheads, 15 Kemp's ridleys, seven greens and one hawksbill. Anna Maria's beach renourishment has been shut down for weeks, and no one in authority seems to know when it will resume. Best guess seems to be about the first of April, which would have the dredge pumping sand onto the beach through the Easter holiday and well into the turtle nesting season which begins May 1. Former medical center owner indicted Angela Dunbar, the ex-owner of the now defunct Professional Medical Center in Holmes Beach, has been charged by federal authorities in Tampa for producing/trafficking in a coun- terfeit device. A federal official in Tampa, speaking on condition of anonymity, said a charge such as producing or trafficking in a counterfeit device could be related to duplicate credit card billing for goods or services. Dunbar's trial date is March 6. She has been released on her own recognizance, accord- ing to the,online records for the case. Dunbar owned and operated the Profes- sional Medical Center from 1993 until the busi- ness closed in 2003. Prior to the closing of the business, The Islander had received several complaints from Islanders that they had been double-charged for an office visit at PMC, but had received a credit whey they complained to Dunbar. Choose a new Yamaha and get 3 years additional warranty* on 30-250 hp.four stroke outboards or 150-300 HPDI two stroke outboards. A savings of up to $2,6001 *Limited to available stock in dealer inventory sold and delivered before March 31, 2006. Visit Cannons Marina for complete details. 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The extra fee, which the company apparently believes should be borne by the Corps or Manatee County and the Island cities, amounts to a toll to maintain the tourist season appeal of the resorts, restaurants and other busi- nesses that rely on the sun, sand and surf of the shore during the winter months. Puzzling.within all this is the fact that Goodloe exec- utives had stated when they halted the renourishment project in November that they didn't want to proceed during "season" because of the possible adverse economic impact to those same resorts and businesses. There were also concerns that the dredging during the winter storm season could be dangerous for Goodloe's crew. Let's see: We don't want to dredge now because it might hurt the tourism industry on the Island, but if you think the rusting pipes we left littering the shore hurt your business, you've gotta pay extra to have them removed. Huh? As has been proposed on this page previously, some- thing like 60 percent of the project is already completed. Based on original program progress, only about 30 more days are needed to finish the renourishment' through Bradenton Beach, with a small bit of inconvenience left - in Anna Maria City for its share of the sand. Just finish the work, now, and get it over with. Will it be inconvenient for some businesses? Prob- ably. Is the timing awful? Sure. But Goodloe and the Corps, if indeed Goodloe does take up the pipes and equipment and store them at Coquina Beach as has reportedly been suggested, are now starting to make noises that the project will resume April 1. Remember Easter? Remember the throngs that come to the Island in the weeks surrounding the holiday? Well, Easter is April 16. That means that renourish- ment will kick into gear again at the highest of the high season for Island tourism. And do we expect Goodloe to live up to its commit- ment and finish, the job in just 30 days? After all, that would require they finish just as sea turtles again start nesting on our beaches. As we've said before, just do it. Now. The" Islander FEB. 15, 2006 Vol. 14, No. 15 T Publisher and Editor Bonner Joy, 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 Don Maloney David Futch Robert Noble Carrie Price J.L. Robertson V Advertising Sales Nancy Ambrose, nancy@islander.org V Office Manager Connie Brannon, connie@islander.org V Production Graphics Kelly McCormick, ads@islander:org Lisa Williams, lisa@islander.org V Distribution Urbane Bouchet Ross Roberts Lisa Williams (All others: news@islander.org) *C~'* "" - 1993-04 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. 941.778:9.392.. PHONE 94.1 778-7978 .. SLICK 'Looking for a handout' By Egan 0p111inion1011 A Catlin fan I wish to thank you and Rick Catlin for the won- derful article he put together regarding my service in World War II. Many residents here at Mount Vernon have complimented about it. I did not realize we had covered so much., With all the interviews you have had with veterans of World War II, I would believe that you know more about the war than most of us. I have sent a copy of The Islander to my children and grandchildren for them to make their comments. Jim Anderson; Bradenton Save the Shack for the public Manatee County and the Cortez community will lose a cultural resource of inestimable value, in my opinion, if they allow private development to bury a traditional waterfront setting beneath another pedes- trian condominium. The potential to develop the Sea- food Shack restaurant site as a maritime museum and cultural center could establish the Florida Gulf Coast Maritime Museum of Cortez as Florida's premier site for preserving this state's maritime traditions, putting it on a par with such institutions as the Mystic Mari- - time Museum in Connecticut and the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels, Md. At this point, personal disclaimer is in order. A third-generation native of Manatee County, born in Palma Sola, and who remains a Manatee County tax- payer (though.resident of Sarasota County), I volunteer as chairman of the Maritime Heritage Committee of the Gulf Coast Heritage Association, \ which operates a 29-acre homestead site called.Historic Spanish Point in Osprey. My roots in this region's coastal traditions run deep. Furthermore, I recently donated a bound collection of the defunct Small Boat Journal to the Florida Gulf Coast Maritime Museum of Cortez, of which I am a member. My bias is obvious. Perhaps that means little to the developer or poten- wander the Southwest Florida coastline in Juniper, my 34-foot traditional, Chesapeake Bay-built boat, it is striking how profuse are waterfront condo-living oppor- tunities and how rare traditional waterfronts are becoming. And while I recognize the heated compe- tition to develop such sites endangers the remaining vestiges of waterfront property, I think such pressure compels the protection of those scraps for the public. Certainly Cortez, an officially designated historic district, deserves to preserve as much of its dwindling waterfront as possible. What makes this preservation opportunity unique, however, is the potential for its adaptive reuse as a coastal, maritime museum of com- pelling public influence extending far beyond the Cortez horizon; I believe its potential for attracting both casual and scholarly attention is virtually limitless. As the controversy surrounding public acquisition of the Seafood Shack and other waterfront properties approaches decision-making, I urge county commis- sioners to take a boat ride (on Juniper, if they wish) along their coastline, count the condos and consider the public's long-term interest. I think the proper decision speaks for itself. Allan Horton, Sarasota Have your say TheIslander welcomes and encourages your opin- ion letters. The Islander accepts original letters of up to 250 words and reserves the right to edit for length and grammar. Letters rtust include the city you reside in for publication and a phone number (for verification only). Anonymous letters will not be printed. All letters to the editor remain on file at The Islander and available to the public. Letters are published on a space-available basis with regard to timeliness of the material. Writers are limited to one published letter per month. Address letters to Editor, The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach FL 34217, fax to Stial-owner of a waterfront condoU.iCortez.,But-as- I,.-. .. ....... .. ,~r~-mj~~t~..........drogg ,.... TIE ISLANDER M FEB. 15, 2006 U A-7 And the survey says: No By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter Anna Maria voters are overwhelmingly against any consolidation with Holmes Beach or Bradenton Beach, according to a survey of 259 registered voters in the city completed last week by City Commission Chairperson John Quam. Quam's survey, done with the aid of volunteers, he said, found 171 voters against consolidation of the three Island cities, but in favor of "studying" the possibility of combining some city services. Seventy voters said they were against consolida- tion and against studying the prospects of combining services, while only 18 voters said they favored a study on consolidation of the three cities. Quam said 93 percent of respondents were against consolidation and the survey represented 40 percent of the city's 636 registered voters who cast a ballot in the November 2005 elections. Anna Maria has 1,636 reg- istered voters. Quam said he did the survey to confirm his informal poll last fall from which he found the majority of Anna Maria voters were not even interested in voting on whether or not to participate in a study with the other two Island cities on whether or not consolidation was feasible. The city commission at that time declined to place a non-binding referendum on studying consolidation on the November ballot. SINCE 1992 In the Feb. 15, 1996, issue of The Islander, headlines announced: Chuck Shumard was elected mayor on Anna Maria, defeating incumbent Dorothy McChesney by 60 votes. Doug Wolfe was re-elected as a city commis- sioner, defeating Max Znika by just one vote. Bradenton Beach Building Official Whitey Moran resigned his position on a Thursday, then rescinded that resignation the next day. Moran claimed difficulty working with Mayor Leroy Arnold. The Holmes Beach City Commission agreed to establish a five-year capital improvements plan that would set policy and goals for that period. Lucky Warren North, 86, of Cincinnati, Ohio, escaped serious injury Feb. 7 when Manatee County Area Transit's Island trolley struck him while he was bicycling in Anna Maria. The incident occurred on Pine Avenue near, the Gulf Drive intersection. North was wearing a helmet at the time of the accident. Manatee County Sheriff's Office deputies stationed in Anna Maria are investigating the crash, but no charges have been filed. MCAT officials are also looking into the incident. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin : -: ",,---- ,..- -- ,- Bring your Presents to Ralph for a gre at Wi c o dnner Pitchers f Mimosa Bud0Bloody Mary Bud & a - STequila Sunrise Miller Lite : Screwdriver Only $7 for $6 ROTTEN RALPH'S / WATERFRONT DINING LUNCH & DINNER 7 DAYS FULL BAR SERVICE 902 S. Bay Blvd. Anna Maria SROTTEN Located at Galati Marina 778-3953 RLPH 'S . ...... 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UUUl******** L ~: ---- ~~ 8-A E FEB. 15. 2006 U THE ISLANDER New sign ordinance will primarily affect real estate By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter A new sign ordinance under consideration by the Anna Maria City Commission could drastically reduce the size and number of real estate signs in the city. At the commission's Feb. 9 meeting, Commis- sioner Duke Miller noted that on his inspection tour that morning, he counted 51 real estate signs within an .8 mile stretch of North Shore Drive. And 20 of those were "for rent" signs with out-of-state vehicles already in the driveway, he added. In other words, real estate agents aren't taking down the "for rent" sign after leasing a property. "It's out of hand. North Shore Drive looks like a carnival," said Miller. The proposed ordinance would require real estate agents to remove "for rent" signs once a property is rented, and would limit the size of "for sale" signs. Additionally, a "for sale" sign could not have "add- ons" such as a small sign attached to the main sign saying "pool," or "canalfront." The ordinance would also reduce the size of real estate signs Miller also suggested that "for rent" signs could only be placed on the structure, not on the lawn, but City Planner Alan Garrett pointed out that could be a safety issue for automobile drivers, along with possibly a violation of "free speech." But Mayor SueLynn dropped the bombshell when she suggested the commission just eliminate all real estate signs in the city's residential districts. "It may not be legal, but there are just too many 'for rent' and 'for sale' signs in this city," she said. Garrett said he would do research to find other cities that have a "no sign" ordinance, but cautioned Showing their work Students of watercolor artist Sue Lynn Cotton held an exhibit of their work and a reception at the Anna Maria Island Community Center Saturday prior to and during the Kiwanis Club's Sweetheart Dance. Cotton's art classes are held at the Center and some of the exhibitors have been studying with Cotton for three years. Artists with a selection of their work are, standing left to right, Barbara Hines, Kathy Vande Vrede, Elane Vandeman and Angela Molaro. Front row, left to right, Cotton, Gayle Putman, JoAnne Curtan and Lynne Gillard. O A Valued Client Speaks Ed Chiles :: ,., , The Chiles Group, Sandbar, g" BI The Beach House C?' 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Miller said he had "reservations" about that change because the site-plan process is still new to the city. "We're still feeling our way," he noted, hold- ing that the commission should continue to grant final approval until it was "comfortable" with the process. Agreed, said Commissioner Dale Woodland. "I want it [final approval] to come before the commission, even if it's just for consent," he said, citing the final approval of the Anna Maria Island Community Center, which took less than three minutes of the commission's time. Commission Chairperson John Quam and Com- missioner Linda Cramer also agreed and the commis- sion will continue to be the final arbiter for a site- plan. Final approval of a site-plan by the commission brings "closure" to the entire process, Quam said. In other business, the commission heard a plea from resident Max Powers of American Beauty Pools to reconsider the ordinance passed in January 2004 requiring that all pool equipment and air-conditioning units be placed in the back yard of a new home. fPowers said the commission needs to consider the inconvenience to home owners who utilize a back yard or pool. The commission agreed and Cramer said she would review the ordinance with Buiding Official Kevin Donohue and Garrett and compile some infor- mation for the commission to discuss at a future meet- ing. The commission also spent nearly 45 minutes dis- cussing procedures to withdraw funds under the just- passed ordinance establishing a line of credit for the city to fund capital improvement projects. However, no consensus on the procedures was reached and the issue will be discussed at the next work session. Avoid the parking squeeze at ...7 this year's Cortez Fishing Festival. : .... Park FREE at Coquina Beach or Sugg Middle School and bus to the Festival on MCAT. Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT) is offering park and ride shuttles.to the Cortez Fishing Festival Saturday and Sunday, February 18 and 19, 2006. Shuttles will run 9 a.m.- 7 p.m. each day of the festival. MCAT will.operate from two locations where parking is free: 1. Coquina Beach 2. Sugg Middle School just north of the intersection of Cortez Road and 59th Street West. The fare is $1 each way for adults; Seniors 60 years or older and children 6 years and younger: 500.Exact change is required. Or, purchase a 10 Ride M Card for $10 (Seniors 60+, $5) at the MCAT Ticket Booth in downtown Bradenton with cash, MasterCard or.VISA. For rider info go online: www. co.manatee.fl.us and click on "MCAT." Or call 941 749 7116, daily, 6 a.m.-11 p.m. " lmCAAT -rmA ON T-E GO _.~sr~C -~~y~rpriT`~" ' ~" -- -- -- - -- -- ---- - THE ISLANDER U FEB. 15. 2006 M A-9 Cortez Fishing Festival: Fun, food, history By Jim Hanson Islander Reporter Pirates will get wet, children will get tired, every- one will get full of great food, and distressed wild crea- tures will get a new home through the Cortez Com- mercial Fishing Festival this weekend. It will be Feb. 18 and 19 in the historic fishing vil- lage across from Anna Maria Sound from Anna Maria Island. The theme is "Mullet, Mangoes and Music," and there will be plenty of all three. It took four festivals to pay for the FISH Preserve at the eastern end of the village, bought by the Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage as a large piece of old Florida set aside for the public and providing a buffer for the village from development. This festival will begin payment for a private house and small acreage within the Preserve, bought by FISH with a hefty mortgage so the Preserve would be fairly complete. The Cortez-based organization plans to ren- ovate the house and clean up the grounds as a suit- able home for the wildlife shelter and clinic Gail and Ed Straight have maintained for nearly 20 years in Bradenton Beach. One of the opening events will be a "raid" on Cortez by anyone with a boat and a sense of the out- rageous, gathering at Coquina Beach for launching at 10 a.m. Saturday. From there the "pirates" will row, paddle, sail or motor to Cortez to join the fun. Then the boats will be brought to dry land and displayed for the crowds. From then on it's pure enjoyment for all the people attending, up to 25,000 by some predictions. Both Sat- urday and Sunday the village will welcome visitors from 10 a.m.-until 6 p.m. The mullet in the theme is the fish that built Cortez over the past 120 years, the main catch for fishermen from the arrival of the pioneers in the 1880s right down to the infamous net ban of 1995 that almost killed the trade and stunned the village. But there are plenty of the fish available for the festival, cooked in every way ingenious chefs could devise most of them demon- strated in the Mullet and Mango Cookoff two weekends Organizers hope for big crowds again this year at the Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival Saturday and Sunday. ago. The mangos grow wherever they want in the vil- lage, mostly in yards of the picturesque houses. There are a surprising number of ways to cook them, and they'll all be available at the festival. That includes mango bars, which will be served next door to the strawberry shortcake that is always in such demand as prepared by members of the Cortez Village Historical Society. As for the music in the festival's theme, Cortez raises its own musicians and welcomes others from all over, and they'll be here for the festival Richard Culbreath's band, the Anna Maria String Band, Mana- tee River Bluegrass and the youth group Magic Tree Conspiracy of Anna Maria. There will be arts and crafts booths, with plenty of the artworks for sale. Food booths will offer a daz- zling variety of temptations. Children won't be forgot- ten, with games and special events for them. Admission is $2, children free. Parking will be on the village streets, with high hopes the drivers won't encroach on driveways. Additional parking, preferred by most, will be in two locations with shuttle bus ser- vice from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. both days for $1 or 50 cents, depending on age. 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Nominated to run for president are Sheila Hurst and Joan Perry; vice president, Bette Gilford and Jay Hill; secretary, Nancy Deal; treasurer, Diane Canniff and Billie Martini. Additional details may be obtained at 778-4590. Island Baptist Church hosting 'Real Life Conference' A "Real Life Conference" will be at Island Baptist Church from Sunday through Wednesday, Feb. 19-22, with Dr. Ron Lynch as guest speaker. It will begin at 10:50 a.m. Sunday and continue Sunday evening at 6:30 p.m. and every evening thereaf- ter at 6:30 at the church, 8605 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. A meal will be served at 5:30 p.m. daily. Kevin and Rosie Fryrer of Austin, Texas, will pro- vide music. There will beta nursery and children's activities. Dr. Lynch has been a pastor for 24 years and is the founder of an international ministry for church renewal. His message will be "Explore real life after all, life is too short to miss the real thing." Details may be obtained by calling 778-0719. 2nd Mardi Gras is scheduled at St. Bernard Church Last year's Mardi Gras was so successful that it is being repeated this year at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. It will begin at 6:15 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25, with dinner featuring New Orleans-style food, dancing, beer, soda and setups. Music will be by the Sophisticated Jazz group. Guests at St. Bernard's Mardi Gras are encouraged to wear traditional Mardi Gras-type attire. Tickets at $25 may be obtained by calling 778-4769 or 792-7433. Chamber business card exchange next week The February business card exchange of the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 22, at the Wachovia Bank, 5327 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, the chamber said. Additional information may be obtained by calling the chamber at 778-1541. Annual 'White Elephant' sale scheduled at Annunciation The Episcopal Church of the Annunciation will have its annual "White Elephant" sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18, at the parish hall and garden, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Tables will be set up for small appliances, dishes, linens, antiques, books, jewelry and other items, though no clothing. A baked goods section will have pies, cakes, cook- ies, jams and so on, and a breakfast/brunch will be available along with homemade chili at the food con- cession. Additional details may be obtained by calling 778-1896. Hydroponic gardening topic at garden club meeting A program on hydroponic gardening, raising plants in water with nutrients added, will be featured when the Island Garden Club meets Thursday, Feb. 16. The meeting, with potluck dinner, will be at 6:30 p.m. at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Additional information may be obtained by calling 778-5538. '14 Essential Skills' subject of 'nooner' discussion Larry Face of Next Level Achievement will dis- cuss "14 Essential Skills for Business Success" at a "nooner" luncheon Wednesday, Feb. 15, at the Sun House restaurant, Gulf Drive and Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach. It will be a gathering of the Longboat/Lido/St. Armands Keys Chamber of Commerce at 11:30 a.m. The chamber explained that "nooner" is the acronym for "networking opportunities opening new enterpris- ing relationships." Cost of the event is $15. Details are available at 383-2466. 'Meet the Stars' musical event on Longboat Key A "Meet the Stars" program featuring Grammy- winning tenor Stuart Neill will be presented at the Longboat Island Chapel Friday and Saturday, Feb. 24-25. Appearing with Neill in the "opera to Broadway to love songs" concerts will be soprano Meagan Miller of the Metropolitan Opera and tenor Joseph Spinella of Sarasota. The music will begin at 7:30 p.m. both days at the chapel, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive. Tickets at $37.50 general admission, $47.50 reserved seating, are available at the chapel, 383-6491. i e Le aNils I professional Nail Care for Ladies & Gentlemen I Visit Jimmy, Rose & Lee! An extra 10% off for wedding groups - n l Fuli Set 1 E* $40 i AERIAL PHOTOS OF ANNA MARIA ISLAND ONGBOAT KEY LONGBOAT KEY 19 ELKA S,/9PHOTOGRAPHICS C941-778-2711 . . Guild officers Officers elected for 2006 by the Artists Guild of Anna Maria Island are, from left (seated), Barbara Hines, second vice president, and Shirley O'Day, president; (standing), Darlene Holbrook, corresponding secretary, Jean Melczarek, recording secretary; Leslie Cash, treasurer; and Penny Williams, assistant treasurer Not pictured is first vice president Joan Voyles. v 1wm W Hous: on-Sa. THE ISLANDER R FEB. 15, 2006 M A-ll Island Dreams:# oA Cottage-style litensfor your beach house Located at the corner of Spring Avenue and Gulf Drive 778-4050 Beads class returns A class in beads and beading is returning to the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria, with a one-day workshop from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 18. A representative of Chloe's Bead Shop will instruct that workshop, fees for which are $20 for members, $25 for nonmembers. Details are available at 778-1908. Appraiser addresses Kiwanians at Saturday breakfast Manatee County Property Appraiser Charles Hack- ney will outline the duties of his office at a meeting of the Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island Saturday morn- ing, Feb. 18. The meeting will immediately follow the club's weekly 8:30 a.m. breakfast at the Cafe on the Beach, at the Gulf end of Manatee Avenue in Holmes Beach. Details may be obtained by calling 778-8444. 4-week 'One-Stroke Painting' course starts next week A four-week course on "One-Stroke Painting" will begin Friday, Feb. 24, at the Anna Maria Island Com- munity Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Jo Gustavsen will teach the classes from noon to 2 p.m. on four consecutive Fridays. Cost is $65 for members, $75 for nonmembers. Deadline for registra- tion is Wednesday, Feb. 22. Further information may be obtained by calling 778-1908. 'Basics of Interior Design' class starting at Center A four-week course in "Basics of Interior Design" will begin Thursday, Feb. 23, at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Interior designer Bettina Sego of Bettina Sego Inte- riors will teach the course on four Thursdays from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Cost is $60 for members, $65 for nonmem- bers. Details are available at 778-1908. Democrats hear Rabbi Rudin at luncheon on Island Rabbi James Rudin will discuss "Religion in the Public Square" when Anna Maria Island Democratic Club meets at noon Monday, Feb. 20. The rabbi is senior interreli- gious advisor and board member of the: American Jewish Com- mittee and visiting professor at St. Leo University, Tampa. He . is author of "The Baptizing of America," published in Janu- ary Rabbi Rudin ary. The meeting w ill be at the BeachHouse Restaurant. 200 GulfDri e N., Bradenton Beach. The $12 luncheon is open to the public without reservations. Details may be obtained at 778-9287. Volunteer recruitment coffee scheduled at Mote Mote Marine Laboratory will host a recruitment coffee for prospective volunteers at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 21, in the Buchanan Room of the Mote complex, 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy., Sarasota. Andrea Davis, director of volunteer resources, will speak at the event, stressing that the expandedaquar- ium there requires more volunteers to greet, assist and inform visitors. Detailsare available at,388-4441.,. Religious art, artifacts sought for exhibit The annual All Island Denominations Religious Art and Artifacts Exhibit has been scheduled for March 3, and Islanders are being asked to share anything suitable for the show. It will be from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. It is open free to the public and refreshments are planned. The church and its gardens will be open for touring. "Anything of a religious nature art, artifacts, memorabilia, symbols, jewelry and so on will be welcome for exhibit," said Trudy Horigan, who helps stage the event. Those willing to exhibit are to bring their items to the church hall and arrange their displays by 5 p.m., and take them home after the show. Tables will be provided. Space should be reserved in advance. Details are available at 778-1716 and 778-1-638. Workshop at Center to study digital photography A workshop from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25, will explore the intricacies of digital photography at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Mag- nolia Ave., Anna Maria. Andy Little will lead the workshop, and asks that those attending bring their cameras and accompany- ing manuals to class. Cost is $10 for members, $15 for nonmembers. Open house at Belle Haven on Presidents' Day Belle Haven historic cottage will be the scene of an open house and afternoon social from 2 to 4 p.m. Monday. Feb. 20, which is Presidents' Day. It is on the grounds of the Anna Maria Historical Park and near the historical museum, 406 Pine Ave. Administrator Sissy Quinn will outline plans to make the cottage available to the public for art shows, meet- ings and social events. The old cottage was built on the end of the Anna Maria City Pier in 1920 by Capt. Nlitch Davis, first mayor of the City of Anna Maria. Underpinnings gave way and the building fell into the bay in 1926. It \as barged to Palmetto Avenue in Anna Maria and was a home for many families f6r 80 years. Now it has been completely restored and serves as the histoncal soci- ety's show piece. Additional details may be obtained by calling 778-0492. Family caregiver support group to meet at library The:Family Caregiver Support Group of Meals on Wheels Plus \\ill meet at 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 17, at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. It is open-to anyone caring for an older adult friend or family member with chronic health or memory problems. Further information is available at 747-4655. u Just ask for me- I'll be the bag behind the counter (No need to go street Shopping in New York City... i .'-, .3 all the famous designer names! 1.....: I, .... 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The public education forum will feature a panel of guest speakers who will each give a 10-15 minute presentation. Committee members organized the event to give the Island community an opportunity to learn how land- scape impacts nutrient loading in the bay, variables influence harmful algal blooms, fertilizers affect local water supplies, and how to have a beautiful low-main- tenance, environmentally friendly Island yard. Panelists include Kellie Dixon, the chemical ecol- ogy staff at Mote Marine Laboratory; Mark Alderson, executive director of the Sarasota Bay Estuary Program and formerly with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency; Peggy Dessaint, agent for the Manatee County Extension Service and Institute of Food and Agricul- tural Services; Ed Rosenthal, president and CEO for Florikan Environmentally Sustainable Agriculture; and Maureen Hirthler, a master gardener and Holmes Beach resident. Alderson plans to speak about Sarasota Bay nutri- ent management. He has more than 23 years of experi- ence developing and implementing high-profile envi- ronmental programs and is responsible for managing the comprehensive plans to restore and protect Sarasota Bay. Prior to joining the SBEP, he served with the EPA for more than 10 years, where he developed and imple- mented water-resource management programs through- out the United States. Rosenthal founded Florikan, a Sarasota based con- trolled-release fertilizer horticultural product company developed to introduce the professional plant-growing industry to a more efficient method of crop produc- tion with less impact on the environment. His staged nutrient release fertilizer has been recognized nation- ally as an innovation that helps gro i'ers, landscapers, and municipalities reduce fertilizer applications and the At any one moment there are a million ways to savor the good life. 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Ticketsfor the home tour are not yet available. potential amount of nitrate and phosphate run-off into the environment. Hirthler was invited by the committee to speak as an Island resident on her experience as a master gar- dener working on her own Island garden. Following the panel presentation there will be an opportunity for the public to raise questions. For more information, call committee program chair Kathleen King at 779-0160. A adCv, e FNistJa s& 6mcn Professional Nail Care & Spa S 5HoPPES5 OF PARADISE BAY .' c7342 Cortez Rd. W., Bradenton '.. 794-8888 S RECEIVE FREE EXFOLIANT SCRIIB3 WITH A MANICIARE AND PEDICLIRE Gift Certificates Available Moore's proposal on Longboat ballot in March The proposal that could allow housing to replace Moore's Stone Crab Restaurant will be decided by Longboat Key voters in their March election. It's a "just in case" proposal, say Longboat offi- cials. It would allow additional density, but not much - four units per acre, and Moore's-occupies -somewhat less than an acre. The town figures it would make room for three residential units. Not that it would permit it under the terms of the proposed change. That would only clear the way for Allen Moore to seek approval for such construction if he decides to abandon the restaurant and go to residen- tial development sometime in the future. The proposal is specific to Moore's property, affecting no others on the key. It will be on the ballot for the Longboat general election March 14, when voters will elect town com- missioners as well as vote on Moore's request. Moore's is a decades-old landmark on the north end of the key, its forerunner established by Allen's grandfather and brought to its present dominance of the seafood restaurant business by his father Pete. Allen's mother and brother also are involved in the business. Palma Sola Bay now OK A health advisory issued by the Manatee County Health Department two weeks ago for the waters of Palma Sola Bay on the south side of the causeway near the east end has been lifted. Manatee County Environmental Health Director Tom Larkin said last week that the most recent five- week average of tests at the causeway's southeast Palma Sola Bay location near the mainland has indi- cated the bacteria content of the water currently com- plies with levels recommended by the U.S. Environ- mental Protection Agency. Under a federally funded program, the county monitors 10 area saltwater locations. When levels of fecal coliform or other bacteria exceed the accepted EPA standard for a five-week test average, a warning is issued. When excess enteric bacteria is found at a test site, it's an indication of fecal pollution, said Larkin. The pollution could come from stormwater runoff, pets, wildlife or human sewage. It's Here! Maria Isa ( AMI ) $1^.99 $.99 Get your Bumper Sticker from one of our 3 locations Island Trader 5336 Gulf Dr. N., Holmes Beach 778-5909 Green Turtle 701 Gulf Dr. N., Bradenton Beach 778-2943 Shell Land 301 Gulf Dr. S., Bradenton Beach 778-8607 THE ISLANDER 0 FEB. 15. 2006 U A-13 Anna Maria wants to expand ROR district By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter If the city commission approves, Anna Maria's retail-office-residential zone will get a little bigger in the future. Members of the Anna Maria planning and zoning board compromised at their Feb. 6 meeting on the future land use map of the comprehensive plan and agreed to recommend that the ROR district be expanded to include both sides of Gulf Drive from Pine Avenue south to Palmetto Avenue. Currently, only Pine Avenue is zoned ROR. Board members Frank Pytel, Margaret Jenkins and Jim Conoly originally wanted to eliminate all commer- cial areas in the city and convert them to retail-office- residential zones. That would have included Spring Avenue and the Sandbar restaurant. Other board members, however, disagreed with Pytel's suggestion. "If we go retail-office-residential, the commercial district will disappear," board member Randall Stover predicted. In the current real estate climate, "Developers will buy up all the ROR space they can," he added. But the character of the city is residential, coun- tered Pytel. In addition, a number of residents who own Holmes Beach has board/ committee openings The City of Holmes Beach has openings on vari- ous committees and boards for residents interested in serving the community. Currently, there are two seats, each for one year, on the personnel board; two alternate seats, each for three years, on the board of adjustment; and one member and one alternate seat, each for three years, on the code enforcement board. Applications can be picked up at the Holmes Beach City Hall or downloaded from the Internet at www.holmesbeachfl.org. BEN COOPER & ASSOCIATES INC TAX AND ACCOUNTING SERVICE Need your refunds early? We offer electronic filing. Day and evening appointments available. ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS ~ OPEN YEAR ROUND We prepare-individual, corporate, partnership, homeowner association and LLC tax returns. We also do intangible and tangible tax returns. Ben Cooper, E.A. 3909 E. Bay Drive, Suite 110 Holmes Beach, F1 34217 (941) 778-6118 Fax: (941) 778-6230 e-mail: benacooper@aol.com houses in the commercial district have lobbied the com- mittee to change the land use. That, however, should not be a consideration, said land planner Tony Arrant. The board should forget about economics, individuals, land values and prices and just concentrate on how they want the city to look in the future, he said. Then just keep some commercial zones and extend the ROR, offered Stover. He suggested the ROR district - currently Pine Avenue could include both sides of Gulf Drive from Pine Avenue south for a few blocks. Spring Avenue would remain a commercial area. Board member Fran Barlow agreed, saying the city needs to keep some areas strictly commercial, but she was willing to recommend expanding the ROR dis- trict. Residents who own businesses currently in the commercial zone along Gulf Drive argued for the ROR designation. After more than two hours of discussion, board ;* SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING "Island Living for Seniors Who Desire the Best" Now ACCEPTING NEW RESIDENTS Callfor an appointment to visit our caring family facility ANNA MARIA CARE 2202 Avenue B Bradenton Beach 779-0322 a"I-g- Women of distinction r~ The only four female -- s- mayors to serve the City of Holmes Beach gathered with State Rep. Bill Gal- vano at city hall Feb. 10 .. j where they reflected on how much the city and government have changed me I lemi 4 since their tenure. Each Sr received a plaque com- 6 ) memorating her service to SI il I the city as one of only .1 i 1 sl i four women mayors in S the past 50 years. From S left are Mayors Pat Geyer, 1990-94; Marguerite .Thohpson, 1986-90; Charlotte Long, 1978-86; and Carol Whitmore, S.- 1998-present. Islander : Photo: Jack Elka members eventually compromised on an issue that had stalled consideration of other elements of the revised comprehensive plan. The board will meet again on Feb. 27 to discuss other elements of the plan. When the board reaches agreement on all its rec- ommendatons, it will schedule a public hearing to dis- cuss those recommendations with the public. Once the P&Z board approves it recommendations at that hearing expected by the end of March - the revised comprehensive plan and FLUM will be for- warded to the city commission, which will hold a series of public meetings before approving the plan. The comprehensive plan and FLUM will then be forwarded to the Florida Department of Community Affairs in Tallahassee for review and approval: Under Florida law, a city's comprehensive plan must be reviewed and revised approximately every 15 years. The last comp-plan revisions in Anna Maria were in 1991. Pawsitively Pets & Property Services Inc. P.O. Box 265, Bradenton Beach. FL 34217 Quality Pet Sitting Reliable Property Services 761 -751 1 et stes INTERNATIONAL 'Bonded - Insured aYiim b b 1 4 .'.I TuM WILLS TRUSTS ESTATE PLANNING JAY HILL Attorney-at-Law 778-4745 Anna Maria, Florida We are proud to announce we now have The Two Premier B'-^^-' .- -. t[ 4 s ...-.... :VlW i.W Plenty of Patient ( hampering Relax in comfort as you pursue your goal of a happy, healthy smile. 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According to the report, Russell's driver's license was already sus- pended due to a previous drug charge. Upon arrest, a plastic bag containing cocaine was reportedly found in the suspect's pocket. Holmes Beach Feb. 3, 3007 Gulf Drive, Anchor Inn, theft. A man reported his bike was stolen after he left it in front of the business. Feb. 4, 200 block of 54th Street, fraud. A resident reported paying a man to replace his hurricane win- dows, but the work had not yet been done. Feb. 4, 200 block of 58th Street, disturbance. Two roommates got into a verbal argument. Feb. 6, 3007 Gulf Drive, Anchor Inn, battery. According to the report, a bartender was assaulted by a customer whom he had asked to leave. Feb. 6, 3248 E. Bay Drive, Walgreens, theft. A man was accused of placing items under his jacket, but when an officer checked, no store items were found in his possession. The man was given a trespass warning. Feb. 6, 5900 block of Flotilla, burglary. A home- owner reported finding the sliding-glass door on his second-story balcony partially open. Feb. 6, 500 block of 71st Street, criminal mischief. A man reported damage to the panel above a front tire of his vehicle. White Elephant Sale Sat. Feb.. 18 9-1 at tlte (4uprdr of tloe numnciation 4408 GULF DRIVE HOLMES BEACH Treasures to trinkets, baked goods, plants and raffles, plus breakfast and lunch and our famous pickles. LaPENSEE PLUMBING 941-778-5622 ..C Po07 S 5362 Gulf Dr., Holmes Beach * By Diana Bogan Islander Reporter If anyone recalls a former Anna Maria Elementary student by the name of "Julie S.," kindly tell her the book she checked out from the Anna Maria School library in 1971 is no longer past due it's been found. The school library book "The Charm String" appar- ently fell through the cracks, slipping behind some shelving units in the school auditorium, where it was found by AME grandparent Michael Pierce, who vol- unteered to move the shelving to make way for audi- torium renovations. The book was the oldest among a handful that Pierce found, and was stamped inside the front page with "Anna Maria School Library 1946." Although the title, "A Charm String," sounds like it might be a tale of fiction, the book, written by Bess Torian Palenske, is a social studies reader. AN INTERDENOMINATIONAL COMMUNITY CHURCH HARVEY MEMORIAL t-. 2,, 2/19 ~ Rev. Glen Swope i.'' -.: 2/26 ~ Stephen King Sunday 9:30am 779-1912 www.harveymemorial.org 300 CHURCH AVE. BRADENTON BEACH 2 BLOCKS NORTH OF BRIDGE ST. CLOCK TOWER Griffith-Cline has been serving Anna Maria families for over 45 years. 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AME Principal Kathy Hayes said the school plans to convert the old caboose into a museum for school memorabilia and is sure a space will be found to dis- play the old books. AME parent Shannon Dell is heading up a memo- rabilia committee that will be collecting items for the museum. Lost and found Anna Maria Elementary School volunteer Michael Pierce returns a copy ". ." of "The Charm String," which was published in 1943, S-'to AME Principal Kathy Hayes after S' -discovering it behind 'some shelving he helped move from the school auditorium. The book was last checked out from the Anna Maria School SLibrary in 1971. SIslander Photo: S Bonner Joy 3Xuenr fiemnri (Ir ommamunitg Tflurr An Interdenominational Christian'Church Rev. Gary A. 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Information: 778-1908. Fee applies. Thursday, Feb. 16 3 to 5p.m.- Anna Maria Island Historical Society Jazz Fest in-the parking lot of the museum, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Bring your own chair. Donation suggested. 6:30 p.m. Island Garden Club potluck dinner and pre- sentation on hydroponic gardening at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-5538. 7:30 p.m. Manatee Audubon Society presents Jeanne Dubi of the Sarasota Celery Fields at First Presby- terian Church, 1402 Manatee Ave., Bradenton. Information: 758-2929. Friday, Feb. 17 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Blood drive at Anna Maria Elemen- tary School, 4700 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 708-5525. 1 to 2 p.m. Family caregiver support group at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 747-4655. 5 to 9p.m. Preview gala evening for the Service Club of Manatee County Antique and Collectible Show at the Man- atee Civic Center, One Haben Blvd., Palmetto. Information: 795-0342. Fee applies. Proceeds benefit local children's char- ities. 8 p.m. Florida West Coast Symphony "Masterworks" at Neel Performing Arts Center, 5840 26th St. W., Bradenton. Information: 953-4252. Fee applies. Saturday, Feb. 18 8:30 a.m. Kiwanis Club meeting with Manatee County Property Appraiser Charles Hackney at Cafe on the Beach, Manatee Public Beach, 4700 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. White Elephant Sale at the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-1896. 9:30 a.m. Guided nature walk of Leffis Key at Coquina Beach in Bradenton Beach. Information: 794-8773. 10 a.m. to noon Bead craft class at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-1908. Fee applies. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Service Club of Manatee County Antique and Collectible Show at the Manatee Civic Center, One Haben Blvd., Palmetto. Information: 795-0342. Fee applies. Proceeds benefit local children's charities. SImprove the Quality of Your Life Carol Greer Siemaszko B.A. Ed., M.A. Psych CERTIFIED COUNSELOR AND LIFE COACH g 941-794-1492 Perico Island Bradenton : Dr. Diane Michaels Chiropractic Physician Gent C, -. . 1*~~~ * Massage Therapist on Staff * Provider for most Insurance 501 Village Green Parkway Bradenton, Florida 761-0210 (1 block, east of Albertson's on Manatee Avenue) SUNSHINE TAX SERVICE 7830 Cortez Road (Just West Of 75th St.) (941) 761-8353 Bradenton, FL Subject to credit approval. Products are serviced by hsbc taxpayer financial services inc. Bank products provided by hsbc bank, usa, n.A. Member fdic. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Cortez Commercial Fishing Festi- val along the waterfront in the historic village (south side of Cortez Road). Information: www.cortezfishingfestival.org. 10:30 a.m. Save Anna Maria Inc. meeting with guest speaker from Mote Marine at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. 8 p.m. Opening night of "Heaven Can Wait" at Manatee Community College John James Studio Theatre, 26th Street at 60th Avenue West, Bradenton. Information: 752-5252. Fee applies. Sunday, Feb.19 8 to 11:30 a.m. Pancake breakfast at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Infor- mation: 778-4769. Fee applies. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Cortez Commercial Fishing Festi- val along the waterfront in the historic village (south side of Cortez Road). Information: www.cortezfishingfestival.org. 10:50 a.m. "Real Life Conference" with the Rev. Ron Lynch at the Island Baptist Church, 8605 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 778-0719. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Service Club of Manatee County Antique and Collectible Show at the Manatee Civic Center, One Haben Blvd., Palmetto. Information: 795-0342. Fee applies. Proceeds benefit local children's charities. 3 p.m. Piano/Organ concert by Joel Raney and Jane Holstein at First Presbyterian Church, 1402 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton. Information: 722-5955. Monday, Feb. 20 Noon Anna Maria Island Democratic Club presents "Religion in the Public Square" with Rabbi James Rudin at the BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 778-9287. Fee applies. 1 to 3 p.m. Stepping-stone craft class at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-1908. Fee applies. 2 to 4 p.m. Open house at Belle Haven in the Anna Maria Historical Park, 406 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Informa- tion: 778-0492. 4 and 7p.m.- "The Sensory World of Manatees" lecture presentation by Gordon Bauer at Mote Immersion Cinema, 1700 Ken Thompson Pkwy., Sarasota. Information: 388-4441. Fee applies. 6:30 p.m. "Real Life Conference" with the Rev. Ron Lynch at the Island Baptist Church, 8605 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 778-0719. Tuesday, Feb. 21 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Questions about Medicare Part D enrollment answered by Michael Vejins at the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce, 5313 Gulf Drive. Holmes Beach. Information: 778-1541. 10 a.m. to noon Volunteer recruitment coffee at Mote Marine Laboratory, 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy., Sarasota. Information: 388-4441. Noon Rotary Club of Anna Maria Islard lunch at the BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 713-0042. Noon Longboat Key Democratic Club meeting at the Longboat Key Club Harbourside Dining Room, 525 Bay 'ele?, Longboat Key. Information: 387-4983. Fee applies. Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, ELCA Pastor Richard Baker Saturday 5pm Service of Celebration Sun ayy 8 arnd 10il:r:0 am Worship Services Nursery availadle at 10i 30am "_ | gioi ,]lciSeril|iran1 com, ; 6 -- 6608 Marinna Drve ""- :t" Holmes Beach 778-1813 UOPJEN J.iJon.-Fr'n., 'rauam-'rpm Sat., Sun., Holidays 73oam-5pm SWALK-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 We'll pay you when your income stops. Suur plan is designed to provide you money when your income stops if you are 1 disabled from sickness or accident With disability income protection from Ait..-Oii is Insurance, :ou re / piri lecti d ni where II -hc \ :'r!ld. 24 hours a day, on cor i:fh j, Yh 4 . For more details, contact our agency today! .Auto-Owners Insurance Lfe Home Car Busness Jim Mixon Insurance Inc. 5412 Marina Drive Island Shopping Center Holmes Beach (941) 778-2253 OUR'OFFICE IS CLOSED FOR LUNCH NOON-1 DAILY. THE ISLANDER U FEB. 15, 2006 U A-15 5p.m.- Anna Maria Elementary School Parent-Teacher Organization dinner by the Sun House Restaurant at St Ber- nard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 708-5525. Fee applies. 6:30 p.m. "Real Life Conference" with the Rev. Ron Lynch at the Island Baptist Church, 8605 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 778-0719. 7 p.m. "Blast Off" musical by AME first-graders at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 708-5525. Wednesday, Feb. 22 8 to 9 a.m. "Good Morning, Longboat Key" at the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce, 6960 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Information: 383-2466. 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. "Natural Capitalism" seminar with Rocky Mountain Institute at Manatee Community Col- lege, Center for Innovation and Technology in Lakewood Ranch. Information: 309-1200 ext. 203. Fee applies. 12:30 to 4 p.m. Duplicate Bridge at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information; 778-1908. Fee applies. 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Stepping-stone craft class at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-1908. Fee applies. 6:30 p.m. "Real Life Conference" with Ron Lynch at the Island Baptist Church, 8605 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Infor- mation: 778-0719. 7 to 9 p.m. "Linkages: Land, Water, Bay" landscape forum at Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 779-0160. Ongoing: "All Nude Review" artists exhibit at the Anna Maria Island Art League, 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach, through Feb. 24. Information: 778-2099. "Heaven Can Wait" at Manatee Community College, John James Studio Theatre, 26th Street at 60th Avenue West, Bradenton, through Feb. 25. Information: 752-5252. Fee applies. Paintings by Lee Mears at Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, through Feb. 28. Information: 778-6648. "The Highwaymen," Florida's African-American land- scape painters exhibit at the South Florida Museum, 201 10th St.W., Bradenton, through March 12. Information: 746-4131. Fee applies. Upcoming: Author Roger Hall at the Island Branch Library Feb. 23. Basics of Interior Design at the Anna Maria Island Com- munity Center Feb. 23. One-stroke painting at the Anna Maria Island Commu- nity Center Feb. 24. Grammy winning tenor Stuart Neill at the Longboat Island Chapel Feb. 24-25. Smooth Jazz on St. Armands Circle Feb. 24. Mardi Gras at St. Bernard Catholic Church Feb. 25. Trinkets and Treasures at the Anna Maria Island Power PLEASE SEE CALENDAR, NEXT PAGE SI 'y il r It '1 ,T YOU CAN FEEL BETTER! Prime Delight is a delicious pomegranate juice with CoQ 10 and plant adaptogens AMS k, Health Sciences (AMEX:AMM) Call Loretta Owens (941) 778-2658 or visit 0 The Good Earth Northwest Promenade 6717 Manatee Ave. W. 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. SERVING THE ISLANDS MORE THAN 20 YEARS State Certified/Licensed and Insured Locally owned and operated j S 16-A E FEB. 15. 2006 U THE ISLANDER Manatee county school choice under way Obituaries By Diana Bogan Islander Reporter The Manatee County School District will accepting school-choice applications now through Ft 17. School choice provides an opportunity for eleme tary school students to apply to attend any schc within their "cluster area." The cluster that includes Anna Maria Elementa School also includes Ballard Magnet, Miller, Moo( Orange Ridge-Bullock, Palma Sola and Stewart e mentary schools. If a family resides within a school boundary oth than AME's cluster, a hardship procedure may provi another alternative. AME Principal Kathy Hayes sa she can provide further assistance and that AME h several families who have been accepted despite livi -outside the school-choice zone. Students currently attending through "choice" not need to complete a new form to continue at AM Anna Maria Elementary menu Monday, Feb. 20 No School. Tuesday, Feb. 21 Breakfast: Breakfast Pizza, Cereal, Toast, Yogurt, Fruit Lunch: Mini Corn Dogs or Sloppy Joe Sandwich, Tator Tots, Baked Beans, Fruit Cocktail Wednesday, Feb. 22 Breakfast: Cheese Omelet, Cereal, Toast, Fruit Lunch: Chicken Pattie on a Bun or Chicken Noodl Soup with Half Hoagie, Crinkle-Cut Fries, Green Beans, Applesauce Thursday, Feb. 23 Breakfast: Breakfast Burrito, Cereal, Toast, Fruit, Graham Crackers Lunch: Chili or Oven-Roasted Chicken, Steamed White Rice, Lettuce and Tomato Cup, Pineapple Ti bits, Happy Birthday Cupcake Friday, Feb. 24 Breakfast: Sausage Gravy with Biscuit, Cereal, Toa Fruit, Bagels Lunch: Pizza or BarbecuB Sandwhich, Corn, Cole Juice cand milk are served with every meal. pCJ~~~~I~ although an application must be submitted for siblings not already enrolled at the school. be Middle-school students are able to apply to any eb. school in their region, including magnet schools. A rep- resentative from Lee Middle School, a magnet school 2n- with a focus on technology, music and the arts, made a )ol presentation to AME fifth-graders last week. High school students may apply to any school in Iry the district, but may not participate in school choice dy, after ninth-grade. le- Applications are available online at www.manatee.kl2.fl.us, at all district schools, and at ler the Manatee School District Parent Information Center, de at 234 Manatee Ave. E., Bradenton. lid Only students who wish to change schools need ias to apply for school choice and applications should ng be mailed or dropped off to the Parent Information Center. do For more information, call 708-4971. Sun House dinner for AME The Sun House Restaurant will cater the Anna Maria Elementary School Parent-Teacher Organization dinner proceeding the first-grade play Tuesday, Feb. 21. Dinner will be served from 5 to 7 p.m. in the meet- ing hall at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. The menu consists of barbecue chicken, baked beans and potato salad. Dinner costs $7 for adults and $5 for children. Des- sert items are donated by AME families. e Following the dinner will be a brief PTO meeting and presentation of the first-grade play, "Blast Off," a space adventure. For more information call AME at 708-5525. Cop car heister suspect arrested A man arrested and charged with stealing two d- marked police cars in South Manatee County last month was arrested by Holmes Beach police in Janu- ary for attempting to break into an ATM machine at st, Cafe on the Beach, the restaurant at the Manatee Public Beach. Jonathan Colon-Garcia, 18, was arrested by Mana- tee County Sheriff's Office deputies and charged with stealing the cop cars, one from Tampa, another from Sarasota, from outside two officers' homes. One of the s..s contained the officer's weapons, an assault a handgun and a Taser stun-gun. The vehicles were later recovered, but the guns have not.yet been located. h 7 All-you-can-eat *. / i Pancakes & Sausage V, 95 Mon-Fri 7ananoon Sat-Sun 7am-1pm Evening entertainment!, 4-8pm Wed Larri\ ch Thuir.s & Sa -- Rick Boid "Fri & Sun ~ Tom M\Ioble Mon & Tues ~ Mark Cravens ^0 Monday Italian Night SAll-you- $795 can-eat 4-.8pm TUESDAY 4-8pm. ' SUNSET SPECIALS - + ***** + + .* -- v T:rACo &: FAJ T T Every Wednesday . 4pm-8pm Al!-You- $.795 Can-Eat A F Thursday German BffHet ) All-you- $Q95 Ir $can-eat 4.8pm FRFRY ~ 2-8 pm > ? With fries and slaw ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT S $395 OPEN 7 AM 7 DAYS WEEK BEER & WINE 4000 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach 778-0784 Geraldine D. Parker Geraldine D- Parker, 84, of Flourtown, Pa., and a winter resident of Holmes Beach, died Feb. 7. Born in Cranston, R.I., Mrs. Parker had spent win- ters in Manatee County since 1979. Memorial services were Feb. 10. Brown and Sons Funeral Home, 43rd Street Chapel, was in charge of arrangements. She is survived by husband George A.; daughter Deborah Spector of Chalfont, Pa.; sons Dennis of Wil- liamsburg, Va., and David of Herndon, Va.; 10 grand- children; and two great-grandchildren. Kenneth A. Trent Kenneth A. Trent, 71, of Bradenton and formerly Anna Maria, died Feb. 9. Born in Lynchburg, Pa., Mr. Trent moved to Anna Maria from Ohio in 1969. He was retired as a sales- man for Black & Decker. He owned the Rod and Reel Motel for 10 years, and later owned the Midas Touch jewelry store. He served as a councilman for three years in Anna Maria, two of them as vice mayor. He was active in the Island Kiwanis Club and served as presi- dent. He was active in youth sports at the Anna Maria Island Community Center for many years, starting the soccer program there in the 1970s. Memorial services were Feb. 11. Toale Brothers Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. He is survived by wife of 51 years Alice; daughter and son-in-law Debra and Bergne "Butch" Gregrich of Bradenton; and grandsons Nicholas and Bradley. Calendar CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15-A Squadron Feb. 25. Digital photography class at the Anna Maria Island Community Center Feb. 25. "Judaism in America" at the Education Center, Long- boat Key Feb. 26. Mangrove-pruning seminar at Mote Marine Laboratory Feb. 28. Mystery writer James Swain at Mote Marine Laboratory Feb. 28. Save the Date: Fashion Show at St. Bernard Catholic Church March 2. Religious Art & Artiacls Exhibit at trie Church of the Annunciation March 3. Island Heritage Day March 4. Dream Classics Concert/Dance at the Anna Maria Island Community Center March 10. AND THE BEST VIEW FOR ISLAND DINING j. I. I:,.I jW Id1. a I as~ Prrrrrrr~lsLR~~~j~;~: ITHE n l fAEST J ENEIIRAION by Rick Cab in Accident didn't stop Anna Maria man from serving Growing up in land-locked Grand Rapids, Mich., during the 1930s, a lot of young men probably never dreamed of a career on the ocean. But Anna Maria resident Harry Filkins did. "I always wanted a career in the Navy. I wanted to travel to different places and see the world," he said. He loved the water so much, he even joined the Sea Scouts, a rarity for a young Grand Rapids boy in those days. But Harry's naval career was derailed when he was 14. He lost the three middle fingers of his left hand in a freak accident while helping his father repair some airplane parts for Britain's Royal Air Force. "At that point, I knew I wasn't going to be able to get into the Navy," he remembered. World War I in Europe had already started by then, and when Harry was 16 and still in high school, the United States entered the conflict after the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor. "I wasn't going to be able to join any of the armed forces because of my fingers, but I wanted to do my part," said Harry. He might have sat out the war in a desk job or as a factory worker, but still dreamed of a life on the sea. One day in early 1942, a friend learned that the Merchant Marine would accept seamen at the age of 16 with their parents' permission. Harry checked into the offer and found the Mer- chant Marine wasn't as picky about his missing fin- gers as the Army or Navy were. With a war on and the United States in need of cargo ships and men to run them, the Merchant Marine wanted Harry. With Mom's blessing, Harry joined the Merchant Marine and was sent to a passenger ship in the stew- ard's department as a food handler and basic seaman, OPEN 7 DAYS.A WEEK Kitchen 11:30am-10pm Full BWr 11:30am til late nite Full food and liquor service and daily Specials that's. BLOW YOU AWAY! :'~. 778-5788 5346 Gulf Drive, in the S&S Pl-Z DISCOUNT LIQUOR COCKTAIL LOUNGE Coupon.Good Feb. 15-21, 2006 Gibleys Vodka $1 99 175 MANATEE COUNTY'S I Jack Daniels Black #1 IIDEPE'IDAPNT 4 8 BEVERAGE DEALER I 175 _l I ,. r, . Anna Maria resident Harry Filkins as a young mer- chant seaman during World War II. sailing the Great Lakes between Chicago and Detroit. What Harry didn't know when he and mom signed the papers, however, was that the Merchant Marine didn't guarantee that he would stay on the Great Lakes. That really didn't matter because Harry and a few of his friends found that duty on the passenger ships of the Great Lakes wasn't quite the excitement and adven- ture they were looking for when they joined. "We wanted to be closer to the action. This was 1942 and we heard we could get convoy duty going to Europe. We wanted to feel like we were part of the war effort. Some people thought we were crazy to want to go right into the war, but we didn't care." Harry and his pals headed to New York, where he was assigned to one of the oldest freighters in the Mer- Continental Bistro tres d c r / . ." "- a. ".* *V 5406 Marina Drive Holmes Beach 778-5320 THE ISLANDER 0 FEB. 15, 2006 0 A-17 chant Marine. He went on his first convoy in early 1943 as an ordinary seaman in the engine room of the ship, headed to Iceland with cargo for the U.S. troops sta- tioned there. He was just 17 years old. "We had all heard about submarines and attacks, but we were so young, we weren't old enough to worry about them. And we had some U.S. Navy people on board with naval guns. We didn't worry." In addition, Harry's ship was in the middle of the convoy, surrounded by destroyers and escort vessels. He remembered that that first convoy encountered some really rough weather, and the old-timers on the ship told him rough weather was good for the convoy because the German U-boats couldn't fire a torpedo during high seas. Back in Boston after that first Atlantic convoy, Harry was sent on a newly built Liberty ship to England with a load of tanks and ammunition. Again, the convoy encountered rough weather and no German subs were sighted to threaten the ships. After that convoy, Harry and a few friends decided to see what the Pacific was like and headed to Califor- nia. There, Harry was assigned to a tanker out heading for New Zealand with a load of aviation fuel. "We had rough weather again on the voyage, which was a good thing. We started to realize what would happen to us if a Japanese sub hit us with a torpedo when we were carrying all that gas. We'd have disap- peared in a second." Harry turned 18 while in Wellington, New Zealand, a country he fell in love with. "A beautiful country and they loved Americans. It was a nice place for my birthday." Harry's ship, the tanker Fort Donaldson, headed up to New Guinea and the Admiralty Islands, much closer to the fighting than he had ever been before. "But we never saw a Japanese sub. We were real happy about that because of all the gas we were carry- ing." Harry returned to the United States, having just turned 18, but a veteran of many convoys. By then, he'd traveled just about around the world. He had even been promoted to quartermaster, an important post on a merchant vessel that required him to learn navigation, steer the ship and perform other PLEASE SEE GREATEST, NEXT PAGE JMSBEARDFONATO Beard Initaio-Sptmbr00 MOORE'S ^^ Stone Crab Restaurant SON THE BAY-END OF BROADWAY, N. LONGBOAT KEY Come ty our new bar menu (bar only) Lunch specials 11:30am-3:30pm everyday PI R Seafood, Steaks, Chicken Er Pasta AP6 Fresh Stone Crabs Daily r4 Ss Large Children's Menu - SUN- I_^ 5:30 Now Featuring Steamed Clam 3:'30 Mussels Er Raw Oysters 941-383-1748. 7 DAYS A WEEK 11:30AM 9:30PM 18-A FEB. 15. 2006 U THE ISLANDER Greatest Generation CONTINUED FROM PAGE 17-A administrative duties on the bridge. "And getting that promotion got me out of the engine room and the smell of diesel fuel all day," S remembered Harry with a laugh. Back in the States, Harry reported to the draft board as all 18-year-old men had to do during the war, but he didn't have to worry on two counts: His fingers and his service in the Merchant Marine. At the beginning of the war, however, the Mer- chant Marine was not considered part of the combat services. "That came later in the war," said Harry, after more than 600 merchant ships were sunk at sea and more than 9,000 mariners lost their lives as "non-combat- ants." By 1945, Harry had returned to Atlantic convoy duty and was just about to sail to England the day Presi- dent Roosevelt died. "By the time we reached Europe, the Germans had surrendered. Our first trip back home was to transport about 1,100 former prisoners-of-war and some hospital cases. It was nice going back not having to worry about the U-boats." While other servicemen were becoming civilians, Harry had found his calling in the Merchant Marine. In 1946, a few days after he turned 20, Harry received his papers as a Merchant Marine officer. He stayed in the Merchant Marine until 1990, retiring as the executive officer of an oil tanker out of Tampa, where he had been stationed since 1972. Harry's life has not been without difficulty. He lost his first wife and young son when they drowned in Michigan. He remarried and now has three grown daughters and many grandchildren. He moved to Anna Maria in 1976, falling in love with its quiet beauty and the peacefulness the nearby waters gave him. "I was really proud of my service. I couldn't get in the Navy like I wanted, so the Merchant Marine was the next best thing, the only way I could get near the fight- ing. I'd join up again if I could. The Merchant Marine ,,-. -", Today, Harry Filkins enjoys .. the 30 years he's spent in .. Anna Maria. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin allowed me to do my part for the war." Just another member of the Greatest Generation. "The Greatest Generation" column is for Island, Longboat Key, Perico Island and Cortez veterans, man or woman, who served in the armed forces of any allied country (U.S., Canada, Britain, Holland, Norway, France,, Poland, Australia, New Zealand, the Philippines, etc.) during World War II. We'd like to hear from you. Please call Rick Catlin at 778-7978. B C D E (~~ ~ II K r I .1bI - zSa 7 C i-i, I ,L" Tlie Islander .' 9 ....I -4.T 4A JklppiK, I-CrA "~A fl.1%. s 1(YJIDYALE D6H 24..' 3jli*. sJr Thoe LslWander 1 9 1 6 "4. 17. ,, ^^ The Manatee Trolley runs seven days a week, 6 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., with approximately 20-minute intervals at all 75 stops up to 9 p.m., and 30-minute intervals from 9- 10:30 p.m. It starts at both ends of the Island at 6 a.m., from Coquina Beach and from the Anna Maria City Pier. Northbound the trolley runs Gulf Drive to Marina/Palm- Drive in Holmes Beach, emerging back to Gulf Drive in Anna Maria. It runs from Gulf Drive to the city pier along Pine Avenue, where it turns around. Southbound it runs Gulf Drive all the way from Anna Maria City Hall to Coquina Beach. Have some fun, ride the trolley, and tell folks along the way and at all the stops, "The Islander" sent-me! Free MCAT ride guides available at The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. (Trolley stops No. 23/53.) Islander Info: 941 778 7978 MCAT: 749-7116 .10 *io U'--C- :10t 1w1.J' 6110 1 101 CORTEZRO. i12 SanateeCouny AreaTrai Si13 1 :4. - 13.4f~; 4 LI !l -14: 74 T, rw, al A D E F GULF BEACHES TI Islander T III[l e Il F G .Ijh'jJI.iJ "J j! i.ijjljj f THE ISLANDER N FEB. 15. 2006 U A-19 Pier plans progressing in Bradenton Beach By Paul Roat Plans are moving forward for permits, funds and a schedule for the repair and renovation of the Bradenton Beach City Pier, with the reopening of the defunct res- taurant still planned for June 2007. That's the word from the city's pier team, a group of department heads who are spearheading the con- struction effort at the pier at the east end of Bridge Street, which also includes expanding the dockage and handling the bids for a restaurant manager. Tentative costs for the pier and accompanying work is $1.8 million, and city officials hope to secure state grants to fund much of the project. The pier restaurant was damaged by Hurricane Francis in September 2004, and city commissioners decided then to end the contract with the pier restau- rant franchise operators. The city learned that the pier restaurant was suitable only for demolition, and began the arduous process of securing plans for renovations, permits for dockage expansion, and myriad other ele- ments to get the business up and running again. Architects O'Brien and Smith have developed con- ceptual plans for the pier and associated structures that include a tackle shop and dockmaster's office - a related but separate set of plans are under way to develop a mooring field just south of the pier in Anna Maria Sound. Those plans have been approved by the city and are now in the hands of the Florida Department of Environ- mental Protection, Building Official Ed Mc Adam told commissioners last week, with the permits expected to be received by April 2006. Necessary piling repair work should go out to bid by June, he said. About 15 pilings under the pier res- taurant are in need of repair. Once city commissioners approve the final design plans expected by late spring bids will be sought for the restaurant and other construction. In conjunction with the restaurant redo, a large floating dock will be constructed on the south side of the pier. 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These news-hungry subscribers can't wait to get their hands on "the best news on Anna Maria Island," Thei Islander Island Shopping Center 5404 Marina Dr Holmes Beach FL 34217 941 778-7978* email: news@islander.org More than $1.8 million in improve- ments to the Bradenton Beach City Pier are envisioned. Islander Photo: Paul Roat ' 4 ~ -04,... . ,. -. .. -: : : ' alone structure measuring 210 feet in length, large enough to accommodate seven 30-foot-long boats. City commissioners hope to utilize the feature at a later date for a water-taxi service if state, federal or local funds become available for such a waterborne "trolley." Boating safety program under way Flotilla 81, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, is offer- ing a boating safety and seamanship program on two Saturday, Feb. 18 and 25, at the flotilla's building in G.T. Bray Park, 5801 33rd Ave. W., Bradenton. Classes are from 8:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. both days. Cost of materials is $30. 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W. 792-4822 Grandparent support group may organize at Center A grandparent support group aimed at help- ing people integrate adult children and/or grand- children into their homes is being considered by the Anna Maria Island Community Center. Interested persons may call the Center's family therapists, Rosemarie Fisher or Shirley Romberger, at 378-1908 with suggestions and to express their interest, or visit the Center at 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. CARIBBEAN A N L SEAFOOD HOME OF THE MANGO-MACADAMIA ENCRUSTED GROUPER Join us for lunch Open Daily at 11:30 Buy one lunch entree, get second lunch entree -l HALF-OFF W lrh lhl ad wllh purcltJs' of 2 bPerl.ag0. Where the locals and the stars love to Pine! Denzel Washington said: "Great food! 103 Gulf Driie Bradenton Beach *779-1930 _ I _ b ;i .. i'l ;" -~--1"~:. i 20-A M FEB. 15, 2006 TIHE ISLANDER Wisteria Park is a new ncighhtorhoLd in Noli \\wcst Brad.rninn offered by Neal Communities. 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': ... .r ,_ 0 Ii ,. !I -, i -- , i \. l ., .. i-- ,;i i The Bob Zimmerman Orchestra with Beverly Rob- erts performing vocals entertained a crowd of more than 240 fans with hit songs from the past some of them way past. Even some of the dance moves were from the past. You might call it a dying era, those big bands of the 1940s, but not for the Anna Maria Island Kiwanis Club. Patrons of the 14th annual Island Kiwanis-spon- sored Valentine dance Thursday night at the Anna Maria Island Community Center showed their appre- ciation by filling the Center dance floor, song after song. The Kiwanis Club dedicates the funds raised at the event to Center programs year after year. Zimmerman, who organized and has led the popu- lar band since 1984, said it's one of the band member's favorite events. And Roberts, who sings far mightier than her demure size, said she looks forward every year to the Anna Maria event, too. She's been performing for 50 years. ^~~ A im, A^ A , -Roberts said she was diagnosed with cancer last year and underwent chemotherapy treatment just last week, but she doesn't let that get her or her voice - down. She said she "loves performing." The Island Kiwanis' own Bob Lopiccolo joined the orchestra on piano for the night and provided a lovely 0 impromptu C c In S-:.I ^ *. performance of "My Funny Valentine" including vocal during an intermission that included awaiting the eve- ning's star performance. And what a performance! The much-anticipated songstress Lily LaTusch waltzed into the Center's "ballroom" waving a "wild Irish rose" to much applause and hushed laughter. (Who is it really? was whispered all around the room.) But once at the microphone, oh, what a voice. Lily wowed the crowd and nearly brought the house down with laughter. LaTusch's falsetto rendition of "Let Me Call You Sweetheart," and was followed by an invi- tation for the audience to sing as Lily did a sashay around the room, passing each table and showing her appreciation for the crowd's applause. Lily LaTusch who would have thought? And whoever said former Holmes Beach Commis- sioner Don Maloney doesn't have a performer's heart? Certainly not his bride. But did she know he has a dress and red wig? Or that he looks absolutely horrible in drag? 0 -. k ........... ....... ............ 8- ;~ik~BPkC' ,' ''" SS8p"~~r~J~~: p , I : 1 ' I:I ' '"v aPl~ aL ~L X.~r 2-B B FEB. 15. 2006 U THE ISLANDER Bad news, good news from down south stinky, too Notice to mariners: Be careful just south of the Ringling Bridge in Sarasota. Seems there's a bit of a problem in the water a couple of hundred feet south of the new bridge, pretty much where the old Ringling Bridge used to be. Con- tractor PCL Civil Engineering Inc., charged by the Flor- ida Department of Transportation with taking out the bridge three years ago, apparently missed a few pil- ings. There's a lot of finger-pointing involved in this con- troversy, of course, but a buddy with Sarasota County went out and did some diving and mapping and yep, there's some "obstructions" out there, pretty close to the surface. They're also pretty close to the Intracoastal Water- way, which is supposed to be at least 9 feet deep. These "obstacles" are about six feet down, which isn't that big a deal for small-boat owners, but a big deal for larger vessels, especially during winter low tides and when you kick the boat back up on plane. To date, three boaters have ripped out the lower units of their vessels, one to the tune of about $25,000. My anonymous source told me over the weekend that the problem with the obstructions could well be something called "scour protection" around the old pil- ings of the former bridge. As currents flow, he said, sed- iment around the pilings gets undermined, so to main- tain the integrity of the structure, rubble or concrete or other heavy stuff gets dumped around the piles to keep them from swaying. In a sort of guileless way, he said that greater minds than his were looking at contracts between the DOT and PCL to work out the matter. He also only grinned when the question came up about the contractural demand to remove the pilings to bottom-level for the old bridge - as in, did anybody think to add some words such as "other structures" beyond the pilings? Things like "scour protection?" Anyway, there apparently are new buoys out there to alert boaters of the underwater hazards until the greater minds work out what to do about the matter, but regardless, be careful if you're zipping through the Ringling Bridge heading south through Sarasota Bay. New lights at Lido protect turtles when exotics are removed On more Sarasota news, a drive-through at South Lido Park the other day revealed some pretty nifty new UN LE PETE WANTS YOU TO DRIVE A CLEAN CAR! J 24-hour self-serve car wash Complete auto detailing Quick lube AMERICAN CAR WASH 5804 Marina Dr. Holmes Beach 778-1617 MAJOR CREDIT CARDS & DEBIT CARDS ACCEPTED $45 REENS FEE EARLY RISER78AM TES-FRI$45+ tax CGART 8:04AM-12:52PM O 60+ tax GR FEE GET 3 FREE LOGO PINNACLE BALLS 1.flflnmn_- lfnvnn m d GREENS FEE 1:00pm-2:00PM 52 tax CRT A R 2:OPM ~ GREENS FEE AFTER 2:00PM 3 + tax +- Ile-:I By~s Solar-wind powered lights are featured on South Lido Beach in Sarasota. Islander Photo: Paul Roat lights. Come to find out, they are not only eco-friendly, but turtle-friendly as well. As my buddy Bob Ardren from the Pelican Press newspaper found out, the lights are trend setters, of sorts, and they look really high tech. As he put it, "Pretty revolutionary new solar and wind-powered lights, especially designed to not inter- fere with sea turtle nesting, are proving very successful in their first real-world test in Florida. "Installed in the South Lido Park parking lot atop 12-foot-high poles, the fixtures emit a red light from low-emission diodes and, due to solar and wind power, a an Beach PURE 'G. s and Service Station Certified Full Automotive Repair 5333 Gulf Drive Holmes Beacr 779-0487 [at the corner of Gulf and Marina Drive] DOCKS-N-DECKS Specializing in docks and decks Maintenance Painting Cleaning Reair (941) 779-1839 docksndecks@verizon.net Licensed and insured WOOD DOCK & SEAWALL CUSTOM DOCKS SEAWALLS BOAT LIFTS Design Build Permitting Sales Service Supplies 792-5322 .. tqT 12044 Cortez Rd.. W. i- 4 ~Z~3--Z are independent of the power grid. They've also now passed their one-year anniversary in the park, having survived the numerous storms of 2005. "Sarasota County coastal resources project scien- tist Kenya Leonard explained that as exotic vegita- tion is removed from the park, more and more light from nearby parking lots was finding its way onto the beach, disrupting turtle nesting actitivies. Hatchling turtles crawl toward the brightest light they see when they emerge from the nest which is supposed to be the surface of the nearby water instead are often drawn to their death in nearby parking lots or roads as a result of bright lights there. "Thus far, Leonard said, the only problems they've had with the solar/wind-powered design were a few birds attempting to nest atop the solar panels. "Leonard added the test of the experimental lights is funded entirely by the state's sea turtle license plate program." Oh, and did I mention that the lights emit a bright red light? Bradenton Beach at least has had some problems with lights in its historic old-town district around Bridge Street, and has been looking for some hew designs. Maybe a new "red-light" district could be estab- lished there? Seems like it could be like old times, don't you know ... Critter tales You can make you own connections to the above and the below, but some new studies seem to indicate that rats, and perhaps other animals, smell in stereovision/stereosmellivision. Some researchers in India have been testing the smelling capabilities of rats and have found that "rats can effectively smell in 'stereo': their two nostrils work independently in much the same way as our ears, with contrasting signals to the brain creating a spatial under- standing of sensory information." Seems that the research team, as reported in the journal "Nature," found that, "Such is the rodent's skill that, once trained, they required just 50 milliseconds to decide where the smell was coming from. The rats selected the correct side with at least 80-percent accu- racy, regardless of the odor presented." 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Mike Heistand USCG Licensed r v- i I- -- THE ISLANDER 0 FEB. 15, 2006 a B-3 Grouper good offshore as long as weather permits By Capt. Mike Heistand It's slow going for fishing right now, what with cold fronts and high winds. For those days when the winds drop, offshore fish- ing in the Gulf of Mexico continues to be great for grouper and snapper, with a few amberjack mixed in. For inshore anglers, it's all sheepshead all the time, with sand fleas or shrimp working the best as bait. There are also a few redfish and snook hookups reported, plus some nice trout catches. Capt. Zach Zacharias on the Dee-Jay II out of Annie's said the few days he was able to get out last week due to the iffy weather produced "decent action with a variety of species. Early in the week gave up a wider variety, including redfish, sheepshead, pom- pano, permit and a snook or two. Later in the week, sheepshead were the mainstay with some days produc- ing big numbers and others not as many. Pretty typical for winter-pattern fishing. Offshore fishing continues to be hot, especially with snapper, when the boats can get out there." Bill Lowman at Island Discount Tackle at Catchers Marina in Holmes Beach said offshore fish- ing is the best bet right now, with good catches con- tinuing on grouper, snapper, triggerfish and amberjack. Backwater action is fair for sheepshead actually, it's the best bet right now with catches coming from almost any structure in the water. Capt. Thom Smith at Angler's Repair on Cortez Road said his charters have been reeling in sheepshead and flounder. Bob Kilb at the Rod & Re'el Pier said action there included a few whiting and sheepshead. Jesus Rosario at the Anna Maria City Pier said sheepshead are still No. 1 at the pier, with the best action coming from sand fleas and shrimp, mostly before noon. Dave Johnson at Snead Island Crab House said there are big snook hanging out under the docks, but they don't seem to want to come to a hook. He is seeing plenty of people coming ashore with lots of sheepshead and black drum, mostly from the Manatee River. Capt. Rick Gross on Fishy Business out of Catchers Marina in Holmes Beach said he got into a school of redfish up in Palma Sola Bay that made his clients happy, and also caught some mangrove snapper and sheepshead last week. At Perico Island Bait and Tackle, reports include some redfish in the canals off Anna Maria Island, sheepshead near the docks and grouper and snapper in less than 100 feet of water out in the Gulf. At Skyway Bait and Tackle, reports include whit- ing and sheepshead from near the Sunshine Skyway Bridge pier systems, as well as some snook out of the canals near Palmetto Point. Capt. Larry McGuire of Show Me The Fish Charters said he found fishing to be good last week. FR I I1 I '''a, J LIGHT TACKLE SPORTFISHING H CAPT. RICK GROSS (941)794-3308 1/2 DAY & FULL DAY CHARTERS Catcher's Marina-5501 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach visit geocities.com/captrickgross Mal IN1a Le "i114 3- 101 'lI Gorgeous grouper Taylor Shipley of Orlando caught this 30-pound gag grouper while fishing with Capt. Larry McGuire of Show Me The Fish Charters. Capt. Larry said "it was by far the nicest catch of the week!" "If you could find a window of opportune\ tuo go out, due to the wind. Our clients caught gag grouper, red grouper, giant mangrove snapper, large yellowtail snap- per, lane snapper, margates, porgys and some trigger- fish." Capt. Larry said he fished 85- to 115-foot depths in the Gulf, using live pinfish, frozen Spanish sardines and live shrimp for the snapper. On my boat Magic, we've caught sheepshead to 5 pounds, black drum to 6 pounds, trout to 23 inches and a couple of pompano. Good luck and good fishing. Sandscript CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2-B both nostrils to locate smells. This suggests that the two different nasal passages send contrasting signals to the brain, despite the fact that a rat's nostrils are a mere 3 millimeters apart." Perhaps more weird is the fact that these guys are measuring rat nostrils, but that's probably not the point here. The Indian scientists liken the rat stereosmell to what we do with human hearing, whereby we can dif- ferentiate from where a sound comes. CAPT MXKE 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 identification for persons in the picture along with information on the catch and a name and phone number for more informa- tion. Snapshots may be retrieved once they appear in the paper And it's probably not just in those rats, the team has said. "We don't know what other animals have this effect. But given the excellent odor-localization ability of dogs, they seem likely to have some such ability," one researcher said. Can you smell me now; Spot? Sandscript factoid According to one of those Internet search engines, dogs can smell more than 25 times better not the doggie-stinky-smell, but through-the-nose-smell - than humans. DEEP SEA FISHING e.*:.' i.... Sailing Daily from Annie's .- Bait & Tackle A ~ 4-ar'A vY. I FISH TALES WELCOME We'd love to hear your fish stories, and pictures are welcome, too. Just give us a call at 778-7978 or stop by our office in the Island Shopping Center, Holmes Beach. TIhe Islander Ic I r IM FISHING LICENSE LIVE & FROZEN BAIT TERMINAL TACKLE SUNGLASSES & HATS PENN* SHIMANOST. CROIX Everfhing You Need for Florida Fishing ., . -' .- , ISLAND DISCOUNT VTACKLE V 5503 MARINA DRIVE at CATCHER'S MARINA (by Holmes Beach boat basin) 779-2838 OPEN DAILY (major credit cards) JAN MARIE CHARTERS Charter only for the best * 4 hours Depa.rts fom * 6 hours Galati Mana S8hours . 9-778-1203 C941-713-5900 caapta.genini 91-778-1203 941-713-5900 captain.glennOverfzon.e . Nom ~ I ----1~ -CI -c~ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-B M FEB. 15, 2006 M THE ISLANDER Ken Trent leaves lasting legacy: Helping Island kids By Kevin Cassidy Islander Reporter The Island community lost an icon when Ken Trent passed away on Feb. 9 at the age of 71. Trent, who was born in Lynchburg, Va., moved to Anna Maria Island in 1969 and lived here until he and Alice, his wife of 51 years, moved to the mainland about two years ago. Mr. Trent made his mark coaching kids in various sports at what was known as the Anna Maria Youth Center later to evolve into the present community center. He coached basketball, baseball and soccer, and helped start the county's first youth soccer program at the center. Trent was one of the pioneers of the Manatee Area Youth Soccer Organization and spent many years vol- unteering as a soccer referee. Scores of Islanders who grew up playing sports at the Center fondly recall stories of Trent's generosity and dedication to the kids of Anna Maria it comes up whenever get-togethers bring former teammates and friends together. Later in Mr. Trent's life, you could see that same enthusiasm when he attended his grandsons' Nick and Brad Gregrich Little League games at G.T. Bray Park. He was very proud of the many accomplishments on the field of play from the two boys, now 17 and 18 years of age. Mr. Trent treated each of the many boys and girls that he came in contact with through his years of vol- unteer work the same like one of his own. Trent is survived by his wife Alice, daughter Debbie Gregrich and husband Butch, and their two sons, Nick and Brad. Farewell Mr. Trent. It will be a long time coming before the Island finds someone with your energy, dedi- cation and generosity when it comes to helping kids. Islanders help Magic to second-place finish Islanders Ally Titsworth, Martine Miller and Chris- tina Papazian are key players on the U13 Manatee Magic girls' soccer team that has compiled an impres- sive 8-3-1 record this season. Titsworth is a starter at outside midfield, Miller is one of the leading scorers from her forward position, and Papazian anchors a defense that has allowed the fewest goals in the league. The Island girls and the rest of their Magic team- mates dropped a heartbreaking 1-0 decision to West Pasco on Feb. 11 at the G.T. Bray soccer fields that dropped them into second place in the standings. The Magic were the better team throughout the majority of the game, but failed to capitalize on several good scoring chances. The first came in the 10th minute of the first half when the Magic received consecutive corer kicks. Phoebe Leo served the ball into the goal area, where Titsworth settled and fired a left-footed shot that just went wide. Early in the second half, West Pasco received a free kick 20 yards out, but Papazian was equal to the task with a strong save. The Magic came right back upfield when Nicole Dixon passed forward to Leo, who outran the West Pasco defender up the left side, cut back and ripped a shot on goal. The Pasco goalie made the save, but the-ball laid prone on the ground for what seemed like an eternity. Madison Bradley crashed the goal, but the West Pasco goalie somehow gathered the ball in to make the save. The Magic continued to maintain possession with Bradley, Miller, Leo and Titsworth all getting loose on nice runs, only to be turned away by the strong West Pasco defense. West Pasco finally broke through with a little help from the strong wind. The Magic defense had some'dif- ficulty clearing the ball away against the wind. They cleared it outside to the 30-yard line where a West Pasco player kicked it in'the general direction of the Magic goal. The ball floated toward the far corner of the goal where Papazian attempted to tip it away, but she couldn't get enough of the ball, which then trickled into the goal along with Papazian for a 1-0 lead. The Magic fought hard to get the equalizer, but to no avail. Their second-place finish for the league is in the books, but the Magic girls can look forward to either Region C or State Cup action. Ally Titsworth runs to the ball during Manatee Magic soccer action at G.T Bray Park in Bradenton. Islander Photos: Kevin Cassidy Martine Miller carries the ball forward for'her Magic team. ~.4 -bi '. . ..iu-., .. , .1 I 'I Dale Hudson defeated Jim Mixon to win the 2006 Key Royale Club men's golf championship on Feb. 2. Islander Photo: Courtesy Jim Meena They head into the cup season with a balanced offensive attack led by Bradley, Leo, Erin Mulrine and Miller. On the defensive side of the ball, they have Papazian covering for anything that manages to elude the strong defense of Catherine Byrne, Jordan Ponto, Nicole Dixon and Ashley Nelson. Other team members include Titsworth, Melissa DeGroat, Kristin Ferreri, Mary Isiminger, Nicole Marcinko, Julia Pignanelli and Shelby Raye.- Congratulations and good luck during the upcom- ing matches. Basketball season winding down The Anna Maria Island Community Center's bas- ketball season is winding down and teams are either Manatee Magic forward Madison Bradley fires a shot during the Magic's 1-0 loss to West Pasco on Feb. 11. battling for the top spot or simply jockeying for seed- ing position in what is the last week of regular season play. The Premier Division took a weird turn when Publix suffered a forfeit loss to last place Anna Maria Glass & Screen on Feb. 11, which put Island Real Estate in first place. Publix and IRE will meet on Feb. 15 to decide the number-one seed for the playoffs. Division I has Homes of Distinction and A Paradise Realty tied for first, but they won't play again unless it's in the championship game in the playoffs. Homes of Distinction takes on winless Air & Energy on Feb. 17, while A Paradise battles Longboat Observer on the same date. PLEASE SEE SPORTS, NEXT PAGE THE ISLANDER U FEB. 15, 2006 N B-5 Sports CONTINUED FROM PAGE 4-B In Division II, Island Family Physicians goes into the final week holding a one-game lead over Duncan Real Estate. IFP takes on Harcorn Corp., while Duncan has a game against Saleaway Cruises, so it's doubtful the playoff seedings will change. Dips Ice Cream has two dangerous games remain- ing in the regular season and holds a two-game lead over Kumon. Dips takes on Beach Bistro on Feb. 16 before ending its regular season with a battle against Kumon on Feb. 18. If Dips loses both games, Kumon will emerge as the top seed when the playoffs begin. Horseshoe news George McKay and Bob Mason overcame wind, rain and the team of Debbie Rhodes and Rod Bussey to win the Feb. 4 horseshoe competition at the Anna Maria City Hall pits. McKay and Mason won the championship match 21-7 to culminate a day where 22 players showed up despite adverse weather. Play gets under way at 9 a.m. every Wednesday Anna Maria Island Community Center Basketball League standings as of Friday, Feb. 10 Team Wins Losses Premier League IRE9 2 Publix 8 3 WCAC 3 8 AM Glass 2 9 Division I A Paradise 8 1 Homes 8 1 Danziger 4 6 Observer 3 6 A&E 0 9 Division II Physicians 8 1 Duncan 7 2 Sun House 4 5 Saleaway 3 ": 6 Harcon- 1 .9 Division III Dips 8 2 Kumon 7 4 Bistro 5 5 Jessie's 1 10 Kathy Geeraerts, Realtor 778-0455 ,. ... *'.- ,i:: ^ .^,reen REAL ESTATE OF ANNA MARIA www.greenreal.com : , .* .' ." '. and Saturday at the Anna Maria City Hall pits. Wa ups begin at 8:45 a.m. followed by random team sel tion. There is no charge to play and everyone is w come. Key Royale golf news Judy Crowe carded a one-over 33 to win flight during the Feb. 7 low-net ladies' golf competition Key Royale Club. Bobbie Lindstrom finished one s back to claim second place, while Sara Falk and Pei Williams both had 35s to tie for third place. Joyce Brown and Cindy Miller both fired even-par to claim bragging rights among flight A golfers. L raine Manning was a shot back to finish in third pla while Nancy King and Grace Sayles finished in a for fourth with a pair of 34s. Marian Mulroy's 29. was good for first place flight B. She finished four shots ahead of Sally Ke and five ahead of Rose Slomba, for second and tl place respectively. Doleres Jorgenson shot an everi-par 32 to win fli C with Nell Bergstrom coming in second with a 35 Markie Ksiazek and Chertie Kinerk tying for third v 36. Teresa Schuett carded a one-over 33 to win fli D, two shots ahead of Teddy Morgan and four sl better than Lucille Cooney and Dee O'Brien. ANNA MARIA CANAL HOME kL, EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY HOME ON DEEP CANAL IN HOLMES BEACH Complete quality renovation includes new master suite addition, private bath and lanai, Laundry room, three guest bedrooms and bath, large closets, large living room, kitchen and family room..Tile floors. New roof and air conditioning. Attached 2.5-car garage, 10,000 Ib. boat lift, plus wave-runner davit. Total under roof, 3,179 sf. Wrap-around driveway, underground irrigation system, mature landscaping, room for a pool. $1,195,000. No agents. (941) 778-7417. 1. .4i.S & .' ice, tie in yes third eight and vith eight hots WITH RARE BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY! $1,100,000 LiWe In paradise Amr;ing 6ED 4BA canal nunii on ine norin end ci Anna Maria Boi,)a i.:-',i ih janr no lridgei 1t0 i[n tidy' Business oppuorunitv" Run ,'our iwn as.i1ied living l3auliiy zoning in ,pljai Call M3ra3 H1ulinger Reillor Culdwiell Bankcer. adj',' lr more inifrmaiion, (941 i 920-126-7 3/2 & 1/1 .Walk to Beach or shopping. Located on quiet street with beautiful landscaping and an updated exterior. Lots of curb appeal. Tile throughout both units and updated bathrooms. Great investment. New air handler in 3BR. $615,000. Principals only, call (813) 760-1998 (941) 807-5626 (941) 735-5375. Division II (ages 10-11 Feb. 15 7 p.m. Feb. 17 6 p.m. Feb. 18 .1 pm. Feb. 18 2 p.m. Feb. 22 6 p.m.- Feb. 22 7 p.m. Division III (ages 8-9) Feb. 18 10a.m. Feb. 18 11 a.m. ) Duncan vs. Sun House Duncan vs. Saleaway Harcorn vs. Physicians Sun House vs. Saleaway First Place vs. Fourth Place Second Place vs. Third Place Kumon vs, Dips Bistro vs. Jessie's Instructional League (ages 5-7) Feb. 15 6 p.m. Oyster Bar vs. Oden-Hardy Feb. 16 6 p.m. LPAC vs. ReMax Feb. 18 3 p.m. Oden-Hardy vs. LPAC Feb. 18 4 p.m. Ross vs. Oyster Bar For Expert Advice On Island Properties CALL THE ISLANDERS i u CHRIS & JOHN .:,. 941-778-6066 S' WiB VW Ai.LLTHrEriLrIlufE,- uMIf I it jtI IrI T SH.nAV Ar ..V "# i 1 JHrj ,'Arj ZALN REA LT,',i. jISIAND REAL ESTATE OF iintN M % I11I ISL D. IC . 6101 MARINA DR HOLMES BEACH Countrywide Home Loans is close by and ready to help you get the home of your dreams. I Competitive rates. l Local experts with the power to say "YES" to your home loan. IUp-front approval* at the time of application. S As little as no-to-low down payment options available to make qualifying easier. Bf Loan amounts to $6 million. Construction financing available. Pam Voorhees Home Loan Consultant S 401 Manatee Ae.W. Holmes Beach pam_voorhees@countrywide.com www.pamvoorhees.com ,Countrywide HOME LOANS (941) 586-8079 EOUAL HOUSING LENDER 2003 COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC.TRADE/SERVICE MARKS ARE THE PROPERTY OF COUNTRYWIDE FINANCIAL CORPORATION AND/OR ITS SUBSIDIARIES. ADD APPROPRIATE STATE, LEGAL. UP-FRONT APPROVAL SUBJECT TO SATISFACTORY PROPERTY REVIEW AND NO CHANGE IN FINANCIAL CONDITION. SOME PRODUCTS MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE IN ALL STATES. PRICES AND GUIDELINES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. RESTRICTIONS APPLY..ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Hooked on racing S Mickey Hooke enjoys the i 44th Annual Rolex 24 '"'-' i"- "' : after competing in the '' W "-"'_ second annual Daytona 5-K Run, afundraiser . .. ...' .... Volusia County that was Srun on the speedway. Hooke, in hisfirst race S'- since sustaining a ham- string injury, finished sixth overall out of approximately 700 run- Sners andfirst in the Mas- Sters Division. J-A *".. : -: arm AMICC basketball schedule ec- Premier Division (ages 14-17) vel- Feb. 15 8 p.m. IRE vs. Publix Feb. 18 noon Glass & Screen vs. WCAC Feb. 20 8 p.m. First Place vs. Fourth Place Feb. 22 8 p.m. Second Place vs. Third Place AA Division I (ages 12-13) n at Feb. 16 8 p.m. A&E vs. Danziger hot Feb. 17 7 p.m. A&E vs. Homes Feb. 17 8 p.m. Observer vs. Paradise nny Feb. 13 7 p.m. Danziger vs., Paradise Feb. 13 8 p.m. Observer vs. Homes 32s Feb. 20 6 p.m. Second Place vs. Third Place Ior- Feb. 20 7 p.m. First Place vs. Fourth Place 6-B N FEB. 15, 2006 T THE ISLANDER ANNA MARIA ISLAND SimCoast REAL ESTATE LLC ANNA MARIA GULFFRONT HOME 4BR/3BA. Miles of beautiful walking beach. Gulf side deck and gazebo. Riparian rights. View of Gulf, bay, Egmont Key and Skyway bridge. $2,650,000. SECLUDED BIMINI BAY HOME 4BR/3BA with 250 feet of waterfront. Custom kitchen, ceramic tile. Master suite with fireplace and Jacuzzi, heated pool, lush landscaping. Two docks, davits, sprin- Iders, well, oversize two-car garage. $1,875,000. CONTEMPORARY ANNA MARIA HOME 4BR/2BA, turnkey-furnished, beautifully designed home. Open plan, vaulted ceiling, breakfast bar, eat-in kitchen. Bamboo flooring, elevator, private setting near beach. Four-car garage. $1,350,000. FABULOUS GULFFRONT OCEANA CONDO 3BR/2BA, turnkey-furnished condo on beautiful walk- ing beach. Open plan, breakfast bar, walk-in closets, elevator. Small pet. $1,999,000. GULFFRONT WATER'S EDGE 2BR/2A Gulffront condo.Turnkey furnished. Updated. ceramic tile. Excellent mid-Island location. Pool, secured lobby, under-building parking. $995,000. KEY ROYALE FAMILY COMPLEX Two adjacent North Point Harbour homes. Deep water, community pool, tennis. A, 2BR/2BA. B. 4BR/3BA. Both houses, $2,400,000. SUN PLAZA WEST CONDO 2BR/2BA Turnkey furnished corner unit. Gulf view. Secured entry, pool, tennis. Beautiful white sand beach. Close to shopping and restaurants. $729,900. GULFFRONT HOME & GUEST COTTAGE 3BR/2.5BA and 1BR/1BA guest house. One of Anna Maria's finest beaches. Furnished, vaulted ceiling. French doors, fireplace, garage. $3,650,000. TRADEWINDS RESORT 1BR/1BA Turnkey-furnished villa. Heated pool, steps to deeded white sand- be cbh access. Rental pri:ogrji in place on-site manager. Small pet. $375,00.0 HOLMES BEACH POOL HOME 3BR/2.5BA. Updaued home jut (s ep- to prime Kach. Split-plan, Cornan. nev. v. indoiv. baths and Lihchen. Large, heated. caged pool. $1,299,000. 1 GULFFRONT HOLMES BEACH CONDO 1BR/1.5 BA Seaside Beach House condo. Tu rnkeyv fur- nrshed. S'auillo r[le. Gorgeous % iew of the Gulf. Beau- diful beach. Excellent rent. $-99. ':'. HOLMES BEACH WATERFRONT 3BR/2BA home. Ceramic tile, breakfast bar, backyard with pavers, room for pool. Fence, new dock. Direct access to bay. $899.l0 l". ) PERICO ISLAND CONDO 2BR/2BA. Turnkey furnished. Close to Island beaches. Heated pool, tennis, clubhouse/fitness room. Carport. Short drive to shopping and restaurants. $359,900. GULF PLACE CONDO 3BR/2BA. Turnkey furnished condo. Views of Gulf. Tennis, heated pool, beautiful beach. Excellent rental with liberal.rental policy. $997,500. WONDERFUL WESTBAY COVE 2BR/2BA condo. Bright corner unit. Close to pool. Ceramic tile, shutters, glass enclosed lanai. Near bank, doctors, shopping and restaurants. $369,900. S. ANNUAL RENTALS From $700 / month SEASONAL RENTALS Condos/Homes: $500 week / $1,000"month 779-0202 (800) 732-6434 ANNA MARIA Mi S SiimCoast REAL ESTATE LLC Island Shopping Center 5402 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, Florida 34217 www.suncoastinc.com Simply the Best :; *\l s., ,,s 3. '''- EXCEPTIONAL NEWER 3BR/3BA. Heated pool, cathedral ceilings, sleeps eight comfortably. Located in coveted Jones subdivision. Turnkey furnished. $899,000. 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Heated pool, covered parking, turnkey furnished. $349,000. GREAT LOCATION five minutes to the beach. 55-plus park where you own the land. 'Triple-Wide" 2BR/2BA. Large enclosed lanai. A lot f6r the money $118,000. HISTORIC CORTEZ One of the cutest homes in the village. Completely restored, hardwood floors, large livingroom, 2BR, big patio and nicely land- scaped. $439,000. Mike 800-367-1617 941-778-6696 Norman Norman 3101 GULF DRIVE Realty INC HOLMES BEACH Ofrecemos servicio de ventas en espanol www.mikenormanrealty.com ISLANDS BEST BUYS S515 Spring Ave. ""- This el-vated home is just Si l steps to the bay and City 1 Pier in Anna Maria City! This Ci... i harming home features an o open floor plan, large porch, : two-car garage and workshop. Priced to sell at $595,000. ~. .Y~/: II i, i Old Florida Charm These two bayside cottages are the last affordable buy in Anna Maria! Five original cottages on one lot make up this quaint fishing camp from days past. Well maintained and completely furnished. Don't miss the last chance to own on the Island. Priced at $399,000 and $429,000. REAL ESTATE SOF ANNA MARIA 941 778-0455 Ken Ja 9906 Gulf Drive Kathy Maure Anna Maria Kate E www.greenreal.com Evelyn ickson, 778-6986 Geeraerts, 778-0072 en Dahms, 778-0542 iseler, 778-5115 Mitchell, 778-1952 ~aiugn uin~ E'al~tii ER Eu:.z EU 63~~ NEW USING ... BRAND NEW CONDOMINIUMS. Introducing Starfish Beach at 2913/2915 Avenue E in Holmes Beach. Close enough to the beach to hear the surf! This totally refurbished property features four ground-level 2BR cottages with spacious private courtyards and heated pool with prices starting at $610,000. Call Barry Gould, (941) 448-5500 or Ted Schlegel, (941) 518-6117. BEAUTIFUL MEDITERRANEAN STYLE. HOME: SIncredible Gulf views with beachfront pool. Profes- sionally decorated with stunning wood cabinetry and granite counters. Awe inspiring nine-foot ceilings. Excellent rental history with bookings into 2007. Call Ed Kirn today at (941) 737-6320 to see this exceptional property. 3001 GULF DRIVE HOLMES BEACH, FL 34217 LAND PHONE: 941.778.6849 S1LAN' : "TOLL FREE: 800.778.9599 VACATION ~ -L FAX: 941.779.1750 PROPERTIE3, LLC Licensed Real Estate Broker Ann Caron . -----~---- r, '* d Biz By Rick Catlin Financial consultant John Barker of Holmes Beach. Island resident knows finances Holmes Beach resident John L. Barker, a financial services specialist with Allstate, recently received the CLTC professional designation in the field of long-term care and financial planning. The long-term care program in financial planning focuses on providing insurance professionals with the tools they need to meet their clients' long- term care planning needs, he said. "One of my responsibilities as an insurance professional is to explain just what long-term care is all about, what resources may or may not be available through Medicare and Medicaid, and what contingency plans we should all make, regardless of age," said John. "Many of our clients have experi- enced first-hand the devastating effects a chronic illness can have on their fam- ilies. My ability to properly serve the community depends upon an objective understanding of the resources clients may need as they age, and perhaps most importantly, the effects that extended care can have on both their families and their finances." For more information, contact Barker at 926-2800. Ginny and Jane now catering Ginny's Antiques and Art Garden Party and Jane E's Bakery at 9807 Gulf Drive in Anna Maria are now offer- ing on-site catering. The new service can accommodate small and large groups for meetings, casual gatherings, special occasions or club events. The catering menu ranges from "lite bite" finger foods and hors d'oeuvres to a buffet of "full bites." Complete catering menus can be picked up at the store or by calling 778-7370. Realty raves Island Real Estate at 6101 Marina Drive in Holmes Beach has named John van Zandt as its top listing agent for, new listings for January, while Marianne Correll was honored as the company's top sales agent for the most closings during the month. For more information, call 778-6066. A Paradise Realty at 5203 Gulf THE ISLANDER E FEB. 15, 2006 0 B-7 A custom day Shane and Linda Petersen had been coming to Anna Maria Island and the Bradenton area for a number of years before making the move complete last December and relocating their home and business to Holmes Beach. That business Holmes Beach Custom Concrete should come in handy for Islanders looking to upgrade the look of their home's concrete drive, pool deck or patio and save some big bucks at the same time. Instead of tearing up an existing concrete driveway and replacing it with expensive paver bricks, Islanders can call Shane, who uses a special process to reseal the concrete, then create whatever design the client wants on the surface. "It's definitely much less expensive than concrete pavers and looks great, said Shane, who has eight years experi- ence in the business. Shane uses a concrete sealer, then a power wash to prepare the surface. PLEASE SEE BIZ, NEXT PAGE Tim is simply put Tim Gallagher is the new owner of Simply Put Home Furnish- ings in the Surfing World Plaza at 11904 Cortez Road W., in the vil- lage of Cortez. Islander Photo: Nancy Ambrose .,~-7 ;7 , te Gull 1 M0ic. Gria emenlaining space win a bdiiiuiy designed gourmet kiii.en Opering u 10 a spaius grarid r',m .an a wrap-around ide' : An amazing pivale bay rcOnt rpireat oriere ai $2 795 000 LONGBOAT KEY CANALFRONT Elevaler 3BR.'2BA homo wiln wordertul opener am ceilnlgs new Ilooring, new dio: short wlk I" the beach. botanic.al park and resrounrn Hurry! 779.000) GREAT VALUE! HOUSE & DEEDED BOAT SUP Gre. winter residence or prjlential lo build up Open and trigrth rjm ior a pool. lu'a mree short blocks r irom ihe beai: h and -seps Irom your boal slip $55 '500. NEW CONSTRUCTION! LOW MAINIENANE RPady I1 monve in' Coad-al dpeignld 3BR'2 5BA homp wiTh Eigh- leen Ifoo celing.l granite uunlerc, wood flours., stainlis jppll ances Eigil ,)0l Frenrch doors open up 10 Iwo de, :. a ..nninming pool. plus many upgrodes Cloe 1s t beach ,cce-ss! $895.000 BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME 75'1061 I101 lol localed across Irs uron thr be.r,- in er.nIral HJimi,.. Beam. W.alk ito shop and restaurants. Archlelc plrins available lir a beautiful iussom-adi igned ground-level hiL:me or build up for views ol ihe Gunl' 627 500 AL r" MOO .... .... -I =-=- I rLI , . . . . . . . ~ji - Customize for Holmes Beach New Holmes Beach residents Shane and Linda Petersen recently opened Holmes Beach Custom Concrete that designs creative patterns for concrete driveways, patios and pool decks. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin Drive in Holmes Beach has named Ken Racket as its top sales agent for Janu- ary, while Debbie Dial took in the award for leading sales agent during the month. For more information, call 78-4800. 8-B U FEB. 15, 2006 TIIE ISLANDER Island Biz CONTINUED FROM PAGE 7-B Once the surface is ready, Shane colors the area according to the color tone selected, then etches whatever pattern the client has selected into the surface. Those patterns could .include splashing dolphins, flying fish, flamin- gos, or any other intricate design. "It's really what the client wants. We draw the design they want on paper, then etch that into the concrete." While the designs look great, even better news is that the cost of a custom concrete design is considerably lower than installing paver bricks, in some cases as much as 80 percent less. "People need to understand they don't have to tear up a driveway and pour new concrete and spend all that money. We can save the concrete and come up with a beautifully designed area," said Shane. In addition to driveways, Shane also restores pool decks, patios and lanai floors and his services have also been used by commercial establish- ments to brighten up a business. For more information on Holmes Beach Custom Concrete, call Shane at 538-9891. Island real estate sales 407 74th St., Unit B, Bay Breeze, Sunny chamber breakfast for new members The Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce recently held its monthly breakfast for new members at the Sun House Restaurant in Bradenton Beach. Enjoying the fare were, front from left, Pamela Ali of Michael Saunders & Associates, Capt. Wayne Genthner of Wolfinouth Charters, Peggy Hollander of Michael Saunders & Associates and Tess Zeppi of the Palma Sola Early Learning Academy. Back row, from left, are D. C. Bienvenue of Suncoast Kayak Fishing Tours, Cliff Streppone of Tiles by Cliff, Carolyn Hodges of the Chiles Restaurant Group and Susan Finley and Mike Brinson, both from AMIAccommodations. Islander Photo: Nancy Ambrose Holmes Beach, a 1,741 sfla 3bed/2bath/ 2car pool home built in 2005 on a 45x100 lot was sold 01/23/06, Byrne to Rudek for $803,000; list $814,000. 507 67th St., Holmes Beach, a 1,469 sfla / 2,418 sfur 3bed/2bath/2car canal- front home built in 1972 on a 80x111 lot was sold 01./25/06, Philp to Jenkins for $777,000; list $839,000. 302 Iris St., Anna Maria, a 1,576 La. l ... .'.a - .- -- . Featured sale: This canalfront home at 507 67th St., Holmes Beach, sold in 1980for $105,000 and at the beginning of this year for $777,000, amounting to a substantial increase in 26 years. The cost per square foot is $529. This property was on the market before selling for 62 days. Islander Photo: Jesse Brisson sfla / 2,396 sfur 2bed/2bath/lcar canal- front home built in 1968 on a 81x160 lot was sold 01/25/06, Bartel to Wilson for $675,000; list $725,900. 2412 Gulf Drive N., Unit 224, Club Bamboo South, Bradenton Beach, a 430 sfur studio condo was sold 01/25/06, S and S Beach Properties LLC to Polivchak for $495,000. Last year there were five sales recorded in the local multiple listing service for the week of Jan. 27-Feb. 3, 2005. This year saw one sale recorded in Manatee in the same period. Jesse Brisson, broker/associate at Gulf-Bay Realty of Anna Maria, can be reached at (941) 778-7244. Current Island real estate transactions may also be viewed online at www.islander.org. Copyright 2006. Reputation ~ sources ~ Results -. Island Paradise Directly on the Gulf Island Paradise Directly on the Gulf of Mexico 2BR/1.5BA furnished unit. of Mexico Beautiful 2BR/1.5BA turn- Kitchen and bath rooms have been totally key furnished end unit with direct "Gulf renovated. To many upgrades and ameni- Front Views". Heated pool and gorgeous ties o mention them all here. Call for your sunsets. Call for your showing. Offered at showing. Offered at $950,000. $849,000. Sales Rentafs Property Manaement BANKER Team Pinnacle " 877-469-4753 teampinnaclefl@yahoo.com PatPalmeri-Bates www.flrealestateassistance.com JohnLuchkowec . l. -Bay Realty 53094 ice A ) r778-7244 'Hotmea Bac, F 34217 One of the biggest names in mortgages is right in your own backyard. W1 hen you choose Chase you . .- 'h l ,u -a lI c I .:., ' c t i u c.:.r. .:.[- n ....r ,_ l-i J .] i,c.:. 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Hiddenlake or-onie witt'i a tqissUiftea S .--- *Gated Community *Attached Garage w/Electric Gul of Mexico Door Opener *Beautiful Lakefront Homes *Heated Pool & Spa 5sTH ST WEST m *Minutes to the Gulf Of I < Mexico 6;ST WEST Behind Ihe 0 *Four Models To Choose Bag: l rom Plaza From 59THSTWEST l *Gorgeous Clubhouse Cloose 'bur Interior Colors & Desigin Luxury Condomniniums -' [6404 7th Ave. Cir. W. 761-0444 4 Ifmf-lr'A*l .tv ...... ,y ."-- --...,.--i -... .. .-.. , r Michael Saunders & Company Licensed Real Estate Broker Kimberly Roehl, P.A. S941447-9988 Investing in Property Leads to Opportunities u., ;? ,Y v ".m r. CHARMING BEACH BUNGALOW: Cor- GULFWATCHCONDO:Turnkey-furnished pletely updated 2BR/2BA duplex. Turnkey light and open end unit with all the extras. witheverything new!Terrificlocation, only Ready for your enjoyment. Pool and one block to the beach. $679,000. deeded beach access. $499,000. OUTSTANDINGBAYWATERFRONT:Capturing 100-FOOTCANALFRONTAGE: Homefeatures expansivebayviewsthisimpeccablyrenovated tile roof, porcelain floors, updated kitchen; Key Royale home offers 2653 sf of living area. covered patiowithwet-bararea,dock, 10,0001b Dock and 10,0001b lift. $2,299,000. lift and no bridges to Tampa Bay. $649,900. PENDING I NEW PRICE .. 1 ,- .- .. .. 4.. .. ' SPECTACULAR CANAL HOME: Enjoyyour MOTIVATED SELLER: Elevated 2BR/1.5BA tropical palm oasis that features granite, villa with enclosed garage'and workshop travertine, fireplace, pool, large dock and area. Only two blocks to beach. Bring all 10,0001b lift. $699,900. offers! $379,000. www.michaelsaunders.com KimberlyRoehl@michaelsaunders.com 4400 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton 941.748,6300 . Just visiting paradise? T 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 If You Call Jesse Brisson Broker Associale. GRI 9411i 713-4755 "' '" "' : ::j-:: ::::: Jl~:::: 1::::.... ...............1 :11:1 ::::: 1 :: THE ISLANDER E FEB. 15, 2006 U B-9 'AL1 I 4ID ITM O ALET77AAG ALESCotinedANOCENTCotne PIANO: KIMBALL SPINET. Solid Mahogany with bench. Excellent condition. $450. (941) 792-8289 or (941) 932-5811. ROLL-TOP DESK and chair, $150, drop-leaf dining table and four-chair set, $175, round dining table, four captain chairs. $200. (941) 779-0171. MODEL HOME FURNITURE: Beautiful Henry Link rattan living room suite. Florida colors. Sofa, love- seat, chair, ottoman, coffee and end table, entrance table with mirror, large picture. Cost $8,900, will take $1,800 for all. Wrought iron table and four chairs $125, lamp and accessories. (941) 778-4451. BICYCLES: MEN'S AND ladies' 26-inch bikes. Excellent condition, $35. (941) 792-3775. TANNING BED, new bulbs, $800. Call Paige, (941) 798-3448. AERIAL PHOTOS of Anna Maria Island. View and purchase online: www.jackelka.com. 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. LONGBOAT KEY HISTORY "From Calusas to Con- dominiums" by Ralph B. Hunter. Signed copies avail- able at The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. (941) 778-7978. HONEYBELL TANGELOS now ripe in January, on sale by the AMI Kiwanis Club. $31-$36 for a bushel Shipped free anyplace in USA. Call to receive an order blank. (941) 778-3446 or go online WWW.annamariakiwanis.org. ROSER THRIFT SHOP: Open 9:30am-2pm Tues- days, Thursdays, Fridays. 9am-noon on Saturdays. Sales racks, children's clothing. 511 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. (941) 779-2733. SIDEWALK SALE: 8am Saturday, Feb. 18. All pro- ceeds to benefit the Anna Maria Island Relay for Life, American Cancer Society Manatee Unit. The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. CRAFTS GALORE! Beads, yarn, quilting, art sup- plies, yard goods, books and more! 9am-2pm Sat- urday, Feb. 18.710 Rose, Anna Maria. AFFORDABLE PARADISE Looking for affordable living in Anna Maria? Consider this charming, well maintained, fully-furnished duplex. Live in half and rent half. Each side consists of two bedrooms, one full bath, kitchen, dining area, living room and a Florida room. If what you are looking for is a quiet residential location in the City of Anna Maria, a short walk from a public beach, shops and post office, this is your solution. Two complete living units for only $719,000. For more information or to visit call, (941) 704-4646. BNJJNq, qtLIN, RENTIRN VE CANNI EP!' MAP VIEWS OF THE BAY AND ROD & REEL! Elevated home at 607 North Bay Blvd., nestled between Bean Point and Bayfront Park. Reduced to $659,900. Call Stephanie Bell, Broker, (941) 920-5156. NEW LISTING: ANNA MARIA 5BR/2BA duplex. Jacaranda Road. Great annual tenants in place. Listed at $710,000. Call Frank Migliore, Realtor, (941) 713-7575. MLS # 520275. HOME WITH BOAT DOCK Holmes Beach Well Maintained home with many updates and upgrades. Deeded Boat slip with Dock. 90x100 lot. Offered at $659,900 Call Stephanie Bell, Broker (941)920-5156 for details. NORTH END DUPLEX North Bay Blvd. 4BR/2BA, short block to Gulf and bay. Priced to sell at $647,000. Call Stephanie Bell, Broker, (941) 920-5156. MLS#519578. GREAT LOCATION, GREAT BEACH ACCESS! Anna Maria Village. Short stroll to the beach. Reduced to $699,000. Call Frank Migliore, Realtor, (941) 778-2307 or direct (941) 713-7575. MLS#513240. ATTENTION WATERFRONT INVESTORS! The Tarpon Lodge on Terra Ceia Bay. 1.3 acres with direct access to Terra Ceia Bay and over 355 feet on the water. Asking price $1,400,000. For specifics, call Stephanie Bell, Broker, (941) 920-5156. Wintr I Re ls Available! 1-0030-66 9177-20 GARAGE SALE: 8-11am Saturday, Feb. 18, 2006. Great stuff, crystal chandeliers, glasses, furniture, etc. 2914 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. BUDGET BOX THRIFT Shop: 10am-4pm Monday- Friday, 10am-2pm Saturday Flea market March 18. Space $10. 401 42nd St. W., Bradenton. Call (941) 746-4906. MULTI-FAMILY SALE: 9am-3pm Saturday, Feb. 18. 8321 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. FLEA MARKET: 9am-4pm Saturday, Feb. 18. Lots of furniture, jewelry, household, collectibles. Dealer space available, $10. Call (941) 778-4451. Niki's and Island Market Antiques parking lot. 5351 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Next to Time Saver. SALE: NIKI'S GIFTS AND Antiques. Florida oil paintings,-shell pictures, Michael Fish watercolors, Salvador Dali prints 40-60 percent off, all sterling jewelry 50-70 percent off. Collectible spoons, salt and pepper sets, thimbles, 50 percent off. Small tables 30-40 percent off. Select crystal, depression glass, antiques, vintage jewelry, 50-70 percent off. Open seven days 9:30am-5pm, 5351 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. (941) 779-0729. GARAGE SALE: 9am-3pm Sunday, Feb. 19. Henry Link sofa, loveseat, chair with ottoman, coffee and sofa table with mirror, oil paintings, lamps, jew- elry, collectibles, bric-a-brac. 218 84th St., Holmes Beach. YARD SALE: 9am-5pm, Saturday, Feb. 11. Furni- ture, home accessories, etc. Three family sale. 107 12th St. N., Bradenton Beach. FOUND: LISLE WOODRIDGE fire district jacket. Navy, extra-large. (941) 741-3900. LOST: ONE GOLD, oval hoop earring and pair of prescription tortoise-shell sunglasses. (941) 387-1387. KARATE ON THE Island: Ages four through adult. Call (941) 807-1734 or visit www.islanddojo.cmasdirect.com. Mike Norman 'a ti Realty e -:" 3101 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, FL 34217 (941) 778-6696 Office Kathy Caserta (941) 778-4364 Fax Realtor, GRI, CRS 1-800-367-1617 Toll-Free (941) 778-6943 Home (941) 704-2023 Cell U *7 Prudential Palms Realty Michelle JMusto Reallor Fine Homes Specialist 941-809-3714 www.michellemusto.com PERICO BAY CLUB: BRADENTON 940 Waterside Lane. Lakefront villa, 2BR/2BA. 1,292 sf, beautifully fur. nished, loads of upgrades. S485,000. 920 Waterside Lane: Lakefront villa, 2BR/2BA, 1,132 sf, breathtaking sunsels, turnkey fur nished. $429,000. 827 Waterside Lane: Villa, 2BR/2BA. 1,069 sf, new furnishings, remod- eled from top to bottom. S485,000. L S. .SERVING THE AREA SINCE 1970 LEGENDS AT TATUM RIDGE: SARASOTA 230 Londonderry Drive: t -.A Lakefonl home, 3BR.3BA. 2,338 sf, dining room, den, Ihree-car garage. S574.900. WANTED: MAD, PLAYBOY, comic, sports pro- grams, autographs, auto brochures, political but- tons, tin toys, cast iron banks and door stops, pre-1968 only. $$$. (941) 587-1456 or e-mail ocmuseum3@juno.com PHOTO CLASSES: Take the mystery out of taking great photos. Learn to use your camera. Sign up by March 1 and bring a friend for free. (941) 356-7303. JAMMERS WANTED: Non-professional snowbird guitarist looking for musicians to jam afternoons. Cortez/Gulf Drive area. Classic rock, country. (941) 778-2937. BINGO WEEKLY: "Smoke-free" at Annie Silver Com- munity Center, 23rd Street at Avenue C, Bradenton Beach, Thursdays at 7 p.m. All welcome. Refresh- ments, prizes. Information: (941) 778-1915. CERTIFIED TEACHER IN MATH/Science has open- ing. Private tutoring for student. Kindergarten-col- lege level subjects. Plenty of references and experi- ence. (941) 524-4177. REWARD FOR information in the Waterfront Res- taurant arson fire: Call the State Fire Marshal, Bureau of Fire & Arson Investigations in Tampa, (813) 890-1904. 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 information. 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. GUARDIAN AD LITEM volunteers needed: A guard- ian ad litem is a trained volunteer appointed by the court to represent and advocate for the best inter- est of children who have been abused, abandoned or neglected. Make a positive impact! Call (941) 744-9473 or visit www.12circuitgal.org. 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. SELL it fast with an ad in The Islander. NEW LISTINGS 802 Audubon Drive 1BR/1BA Great views. Reduced to $295,000. 503 Sanderling Circle 2BR/2BA, nice villa $395,000. 706 ESTUARY DRIVE 2BR/2BA beautifully furnished first floor. $420,000. 1112 ROSEATE CT Largest villa. 2BR/2BA plus den. Lakefront. $455,000. 1265 Spoonbill Landing 2BR/2BA lakefront. $399,000. 886 Waterside Lane 2BR/2BA lakefront, furnished. $459,000. 1227 Edgewater Circle 2BR/2BA bayfront, model. Furnished. $470,000. 1163 EDGEWATER CIRCLE 3BR/2BA, furnished. Grand bay views. Second floor-only. $575,000. and more My newest Perico Island listing 11339 Perico Isles Circle Exciting, single family home. 3BR/2BA, two-car garage. Large, heated pool and spa, inviting front porch, in home owners association club house, exercise room, tennis, pool, club room. Reduced to $498,900. ::::::: '::::: ~ .: ::-:::: . . . . ;''' MLS 10-B M FEB. 15. 2006 T THE ISLANDER PETSCoieWA ADULT CATS in desperate need of loving homes. All are current on vaccines. All applicants screened. Please, call (941) 922-0774. 27-FOOT CARVER twin 190-hp Mercruiser. Runs great, good for fishing, Ceranfield, air conditioning, water heater, shower, head,newbatteries, stereo and much more! $8,000, or best offer. (941) 778-1565. DEEP-WATER BOAT slip: north end of Anna Maria. Easy Gulf access. (941) 794-8877. WANTED TO BUY: Deeded boat slip on Anna Maria Island, deep or shallow. Please call, (941) 778-2581. THIS 2005 25-HP Johnson Bombadier rope-start two-stroke outboard, has less than the initial ten hours break time on it. Purchased new in May for $2,592, it includes fuel tank and line and wheeled motor carrier (my add-on). Owner's manual and pur- chase receipt (including warranty) included. Super buy! (941) 778-1605. 28-FOOT REGAL LSR-2001: Only 160 hours, like new! Great day cruiser/party boat, even has a head! Always kept on a lift, new custom mooring cover and much, much more. $43,000. Call Pam or Phil at (941) 778-8281 or (941) 704-7445. 2004 20-FOOT PONTOON: 90-hp Mercury. Lots of extras, $12,000. Call (941) 792-0902. 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. FISH FOR REDFISH, Snook and trout with InshoreSlam.com. Capt. Jim Savaglio. License, bait and tackle included. (941) 238-7597 or (813) 477-7657. ^-*^^~ft (r -Wa/a myw"eJ.73a/f ~7eiIf w-cezrguraye, eSetkzoPR( RCB pRt 206 66/'cS/eel .Rre-cons~fuc/ion pzricmfrom $99,5, 90. 7J;ee wel/fappoi /eistnyfe 9uJof97(eIio nmdawe onfy Ycpsslo I6'eeacf !ourcouerec/ faocLis PzRoe I'e/afen/ okws /fLe C:oasrafdinJest3nseouri evoo c~l4!ne~ry,yrancie lops, 6ado /I~oormy andcuslomf4!uzes. 3~PESRTTIESS WAITER, CHEF, DISHWASHER with experience in Italian food. 5610 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. (941) 383-0013. BARTENDER WANTED: Experienced bartender wanted. Approximately 25 hours per week. Please apply in person. Banana Factory Too. 10104 Cortez Road. No phone calls please. MAINTENANCE, PART-TIME: 32-unit motel, eve- nings. Monday-Friday. Apply in person. Blue Water Beach Club, 6306 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. SYLVAN LEARNING CENTER needs certified teachers. Please call (941) 795-1246. HOUSEKEEPING/CLEANING SERVICES: Apply in person. Martinique South condos between 8am- noon, Monday through Friday. Ask for Joe. Flexible hours, 10-15 hours per week. CREATIVE SALESPERSON FOR part-time work at the Island's beaded jewelry shop. Sales and beading experience a plus. Call Susan at (941) 779-0779. CNA NEEDED FOR female. References. Back- ground check. Weekends and nights. (941) 727-7718. HOUSEKEEPER AND CARETAKER wanted at a popular vacation resort in Holmes Beach. Good pay for good work. Call (941) 778-0910. LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE HELPER: Part-to full-time Island work. Pay based on experience. Immediate opening. Call (941) 284-5132. ATTENTION LICENSED REALTORS! Worried about the changing market? I'm not. I'm busier than ever and I need help. Applicants must have a history of strong business administrative skills with an entre- preneurial attitude. Experience with Quickbooks and hotel/motel management a plus. Call Barry Gould at (941) 448-5500. Island Vacation Properties. PART-TIME HELP wanted for small resort motel on Anna Maria. Call evenings, (941) 778-4206. MAINTENANCE, PART-TIME: 32-unit motel, eve- -nings. Monday-Friday. Apply in person. Blue Water Beach Club, 6306 Gulf Drive, Holmes beach. GREAT INVESTMENT. Old Florida charm, clean, intimate resort with excellent rental L history (over 80 percent)! SAll ,h 1Ju6st steps from the beach. S t m Fully furnished. On-site rental S 1n i tj e office. 3BR/2BA, $749,000 tV ._ and 2BR/2BA, $549,000. Only View the cottages at two cottages still available. www.annamariabeachcottages.com COMMERCIAL & INXVESTMErNT REAL ESTATE. 0o1 more inf2oma/ion yo /O ew. / rc0nrop. corn- or caff941-753-9011. TOP ADVERTISING sales position open at The Islander newspaper. Great territory, commissions, training. Previous outside sales helpful, but not nec- essary. If you possess a willingness for strong com- munity involvement, positive outlook and drive to succeed, fax or e-mail a letter and/or resume to (941) 778-9392, sales @ islander.org. 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. BUSY BISTRO hiring full-or part-time servers for lunch and dinner. Prep person and dishwasher. Apply to Chef Damon, Wednesday-Saturday, 5406 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, or call (941) 778-5320. SING! IF YOU can carry a tune and would help lead a singing congregation, please join with Gloria Dei Lutheran's choir, Sundays at 9:45am.Two miles north of Manatee Bridge on Anna Maria Island. (941) 778-1813. WINDOW INSTALLER: No experience needed, must be reliable and have own transportation. Call Mike at (941) 228-5261. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Meet interesting people, learn the history of the Island. Anna Maria Island Historical Museum, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. (941) 778-0492. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Tingley Memorial Library. Duties include checking books in/out, reshelving, and generally assisting library patrons. Call Eveann Adams, (941) 779-1208. SPENCER'S SKIM SCHOOL for beginners and intermediates. Free skimboard use with lessons. $10 per half-hour lesson, three lessons recommended. Local teen, team competitor. Call (941) 778-0944. BABYSITTER: Responsible 10th-grader, great with kids, first-aid certified. Charlotte, (941) 756 5496. BABYSITTING, RED Cross first-aid and babysitter certified. Call Alex, (941) 778-5352. STRAIGHT TALK I believe that Real Estate is a business that requires clear communication. If you appreciate someone who believes in talking straight, give me a call today. Find out why I am one of the area's leading Real Estate professionals. Nicole Skaggs Island Specialist ParadiseRealty.com 5201 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach 941-778-4800 Toll Free: 800-237-2252 TeamParadisel @aol.com Reach more than 20,000 people weekly with your ad -for as little as $20 Call Nancy 778-7978 The Islander www.islander.org REDEFINE YOUR RETIREMENT : Homes from $140,000 to $200,000 Lakeside lots available S i .g- 5 Year Gold Key Warranty II I- Palm Harbor Homes designed exclusively for Waterside Club Club Privilege Package includes use of clubhouse, swimming pool, land lease, lawn service, fitness .room, computer room, library, lake activities, and private activity room Make new friends with active, friendly neighbors 2005 Award Winner for Resident Satisfaction --- Waterside Club Is a 55+ Retirement Community 3301 Cortez Rd. West -- _- Bradenton, FL 34207 Contact: Neil Johnson ... AFFORDABLE SOLUTIONS 756-7068 CLUB .. ............ I ...... .. ....... .... ... .i i i I i ...i i ....... : : :::: :::: : :: : :I .: I... . . . . ..: : :_............. THE ISLANDER U FEB. 15. 2006 B B-11 SAM 9- EC'F BABYSITTER, PETSITTER, dog walker: First aid- certified, 13-year old, eighth-grade female, great with kids and animals. Call Kendall, (941) 779-9783. NEED A BABYSITTER? Call Felicia, (941) 761-1569. Red Cross certified. WANT AN IRISH baby-sitter? Responsible, experi- enced 15-year old. Red Cross babysitting and first- aid certified. Call Gemma, (941) 447-9657. DOG WALKER, PET sitter, child sitter and odd jobs. Tenth-grader, available after school and weekends. Zach, (941) 779-9783. LOCAL CAREGIVER: I can offer loving, reliable, live-in care for your loved one. Excellent references. Please, call (239) 595-9964. Thank you. MAN WITH SHOVEL: Plantings, natives, patio gar- dens, trimming, clean-up, edgings, maintenance. Hard-working and responsible. Excellent references. 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 com- puter misbehaving? Certified computer service and private lessons. Special $40/hour. Free advice. (941) 545-7508. ISLAND PRESSURE CLEANING for great results, wash away mildew, dirt, salt. Thorough, reasonable, 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. CUCCIO TILE AND handyman services. Many Island references. Free estimates. Licensed and insured. (941) 730-2137. ROOFING REPAIRS and replacements. Remod- eling, repairs, additions, screen rooms, kitchens, baths. Free estimates. License #CGC061519, #CCC057977, #PE0020374. Insured. Accepting MasterCard/Visa. (941) 720-0794. PROFESSIONAL I.T. SERVICES: Complete com- puter solutions for business and home. Installation, repairs, upgrades, networking, Web services, wire- less services. Richard Ardabell, network engineer, (941) 778-5708, or cell (216) 509-1945. CALL DAN'S RESCREEN for your free estimate today. Affordable rates, quality work guaranteed. Pool cages, lanais, windows, doors. Call (941) 713-5333. APPLIANCE & AC DOCTORS: We repair air condi- tioners, refrigerator, washer/dryer, oven, garbage disposal, other household items. Honest, depend- able. 20-plus years experience. (941) 650-9293. MR. BILLS HOME REPAIR/maintenance service. Over 30 years experience, self-employed in con- struction trades. "I'm handy to have around." (941) 778-4561. WILDLIFE REMOVAL and relocation: Problem solv- ing for all animals, big and small. Call Joe, West- coast Nuisance Wildlife Service, (941) 778-3455, or cell (941) 720-4152. YACHT SERVICES: DIVING and detail services. Waterline Yacht Company. James, (941) 792-7595. SANDY'S CLEANING SERVICE: Exceptional clean- ing and decorating island references available. For unbeatable service, call 798-9484. ABOUT GROUT: CLEANING, sealing, staining (painting of grout), tile and grout repair, caulking of showers/kitchen. Bonded and insured. Call Jeff, (941) 545-0128. SYLVAN LEARNING CENTER needs teachers. Please call (941) 795-1246. ONE BLOCK FROM BEACHES AD ,. PPING Ulf Nicely upgraded 4BR/2A with four-car garage. Huge lot with room for pool. MLS# 513452. S895,000. DinerM Call Lisa Helmer at (941) 720-4704 UIieUGulrstream 1 7-78 ,7,,",',Really .. 11P4,p ~ ri OUTSTANDING 2,225 sf 3BR/2.5BA $795,000 Best New Construction Value on Anna Maria Island. Enjoy short strolls to the beach and all that the island living has to offer in these charming beach bungalows. Located west of Marina Drive, these homes are situated close:to the beach on a quiet and peaceful street in beautiful Holmes Beach. Theses home include the following luxury amenities: * Hardwood floors Central vacuum * Pools with paver Upgraded kitchens decks and'baths * Outside hot/cold Granite countertops shower Metal roofs * Intercom system Hardi Board siding Call for further details and floorplans. CHARMING 1,700 sf 3BR/2BA $695,000 r- w* ii certified INCOME TAX SERVICE: Individuals and small busi- nesses. We also do all states. Contact Pat at Kenney Tax Service. (941)-761-8156. COMPUTER SERVICE SPECIALIST: Repair, upgrade, install, data recovery. Virus/spyware removal, wireless networking, beginner/advanced. Call Gene, (941) 383-9861. WAITER, CHEF, DISHWASHER with experience in Italian food. 5610 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. (941) 383-0013. BARTENDER WANTED: Experienced bartender wanted. Approximately 25 hours per week. Please apply in person. Banana Factory Too. 10104 Cortez Road. No phone calls please. MAINTENANCE, PART-TIME: 32-unit motel, eve- nings. Monday-Friday. Apply in person. Blue Water Beach Club, 6306 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. HOUSEKEEPING/CLEANING SERVICES: Apply in person. Martinique South condos between 8am- noon, Monday through Friday. Ask for Joe. Flexible hours, 10-15 hours per week. CREATIVE SALESPERSON FOR part-time work at the Island's beaded jewelry shop. Sales and beading experience a plus. Call Susan at (941) 779-0779. CNA NEEDED FOR female. References. Back- ground check. Weekends and nights. (941) 727-7718. HOUSEKEEPER AND CARETAKER wanted at a popular vacation resort in Holmes Beach. Good pay for good work. Call (941) 778-0910. LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE HELPER: Part-to full-time Island work. Pay based on experience. Immediate opening. Call (941) 284-5132. ATTENTION LICENSED REALTORS! Worried about the changing market? I'm not. I'm busier than ever and I need help. Applicants must have a history of strong business administrative skills with an entre- preneurial attitude. Experience with Quickbooks and hotel/motel management a plus. Call Barry Gould at (941) 448-5500. Island Vacation Properties. MUSIC LESSONS! Flute, saxophone, clarinet. Beginning to advanced. Contact Koko Ray, (941) 792-0160. FEATURED LISTING RARELY AVAILABLE NORTH BEACH VILLAGE UNIT. Largest floor plan over 1,500 sf with three decks. Choice location, private condo with two- car garage, nicely maintained, heated pool and close to the beach! $649,000. A WATERLOVERS DREAM! Wonderful master suite with a grand deck overlooking the bay, 4 guest suites + a grand room, and a gourmet kitchen opening up onto a wrap-around deck with bay views. Easy boat access Bay and Gulf. Offered at $2,795,000. NEW CONSTRUCTION! LOW MAINTENANCE HOME! Construction complete!: Coastal designed 3BR/2.5BA home with 18-foot ceilings, granite countertops, stainless appliances, wood floors, 8-foot French doors, two open decks, Hardi Plank siding, a swimming pool and much more all close to beach access! This is a must see! $895,000. VALENCIA GARDENS Renovated ground floor end unit, 2BR/2BA condo with great views of El Conquistador golf course! Turnkey furnished, ready for you to move in. Close to beaches, IMG Academy, private courtyard, pool, spa, and lanai. Florida living at it's best. $297,900. BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME 75 x 106 lot across the street from the beach in central Holmes Beach. Walk to shops and restaurants. Architect plans available for a custom designed, beautiful ground level home permissible on this lot, or build up for gulf views! $627,500. GREAT CANALFRONT VALUE IN LONGBOAT KEY 3BR/2BA home with wonderful open-beam ceilings; new flooring, new dock, no bridges to bay. Short walk to beach, botanical park and a great restaurant. Build up for bay views! $789,000. GREAT VALUE! HOME WITH DEEDED BOAT SLIP Ground level 2BR/1 BA home in a quiet neighbor- hood. Bright and airy with an open floor plan. Short walk to the beach and just steps from your boat. Great winter residence or:investment/renovation potential. Priced to sell at $575,000. INVESTOR ALERT! 13,728 sf duplex lot, with the bonus of a recently renovated duplex. Don't miss this one! 6BR/4BA and plenty of room for TWO pools! Call today for more details! $810,000. MOVE RIGHT IN Enjoy Island living in this beautifully remodeled home located in Anna Maria. Granite counter tops, wood floors, brand new carpet. Move right in. $775,000. STEPS TO THE BEACH! Spacious 2BR/2BA turnkey furnished condo. Heated pool, rooftop sundeck with great views, excellent rental history with no rental restrictions! A must see. $599,000. WESTBAY POINT & MOORINGS: Rarely available 3BR unit, overlooking canal. Spacious bedrooms and eat-in kitchen. Over 1600 sf, heated pool and spa in a beautifully maintained bay-front com- munity. $599,000. 539I I. RV -H1ME' EC -qwqp I wrp . IIMM- : .:::.:::: :.::-: .... ... ._.....: .:.... :-: : -I:::: :::-:_ . t -Avp . Ito a~--;,i%. i~8i~au NOW~ 12-B FEB. 15, 2006 T THE ISLANDER D'A M E BEACH SERVICE air conditioning, heat, refriger- ation. Commercial and residential service, repair S and/or replacement. Serving Manatee County and the Island since 1987. For dependable, honest and personalized service, call William Eller, (941) 795-7411. CAC184228. 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 appointment, (941) 795-0887. MA#0017550. TILE AND MOSAIC custom installation, 20 years experience. References available. For a reasonable price, call Sebastian, (941) 704-6719. CONNIE'S LANDSCAPING INC. Residential and commercial. Full-service lawn maintenance, land- scaping, cleanup, hauling and morel. Insured. (941) 778-5294. ISLAND LAWN SPRINKLER service and repair. Monthly and quarterly accounts available. If it is broken, we can fix it. Call (941) 778-2581. JR'S LANDSCAPING AND MAINTENANCE Lawns, native plants, mulching, trimming, hauling, cleanup. Island resident 25 years. Call (941) 807-1015. CLOUD 9 LANDSCAPING: Top quality lawn and landscape maintenance. Now accepting new accounts at great rates. Please call (941) 778-2335 or 284-1568. PROFESSIONAL LANDSCAPE DESIGN and instal- lation. 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. $42/yard. Haul- ing: all kinds of gravel, mulch, top soil with free esti- mates. Call Larry at (941) 795-7775, "shell phone" (941) 720-0770. CHECK US OUT AT www.islander.org ! 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. JOE UNGVARSKY CONSTRUCTION Remodel- ing 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 certifying back flow.at water meters. (FL#RF0038118) (941) 778-3924 or 778-4461. TILE TILE TILE. All variations of ceramic tile sup- plied and installed. Quality workmanship, prompt, reliable, many Island references. Call Neil, (941) 726-3077. ROOFING REPAIRS and replacements. Remod- eling, 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. Thirty years experience. Insured. Meticulous, clean, sober and prompt. Paul Beauregard; (941) 779-2294. KEN & TINA DBA Griffin's Home Improvements Inc. Handyman, fine woodwork, countertops, cab- inets 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. 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. 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. THIRTY-SIX YEARS craftsman experience. Interior, exterior, doors, stairs, windows and trim. Pressure wash. Driveway paint. Dan Michael, master carpen- ter. Call 518-3316 or 778-6898. TWO DUDES with tools: Tile, trim, cabinets, paint- ing, drywall, glass block, brick, stonework and more! Many references. Call now! (941) 812-4269 or 448-6961. IS YOUR PAINT peeling? Is it in need of healing? Then call Shaman Painting and Pressure Washing for free estimate. Call Dan or Gina for appointment. Office (941) 527-1465 Cell (941) 779-3595. ROB'S RENOVATION AND REMODELING: Tile, hardwood flooring, drywall, carpentry, paint, pres- sure cleaning, rescreens, windows and doors. Free estimates! We will beat any estimates. Call Rob, (941) 526-5010. RICK KUNKEL PAINTING: 30 years experience. Licensed, insured. Free estimates. Local references. (941) 932-0940. CARLV. JOHNSON JR. Inc. building contractor. New homes, additions, renovations. Quality work and fair prices. Lic#RR0066450. Call (941) 795-1947. BONUS! CLASSIFIED ADS are posted early online at www.islander.org. COOL SIESTA KEY f Contemporary ISLAND pied-a-terre on GETA AYprivate beach. 2/1, G TAWAYS I loft $549,000 IS ., ANNA MARIA -, ".,l Seibert design mod l pad. Canal to bay ' si I views, 3/2, ll new NIB inside $97t , GREAT LOCATION IN BRADENTON BEACH This duple' NORTHWEST BRADENTON HOME This open-iloor has 2BR.2BA on eacr -ide Cathedral cellings with 5kv plan nas 3BR,2BA. Large ienced backyard aih room IightE lor t right spacious living Separdat laundry fl:r for pool and more. Close'to shopping, dining, doc- ea,:h unit, lois of siorjae and parking for Doal or RV. tors and beaches. Seller is motivated, bring all offers. Walk over to Gulf beacnes and close to trolley line Jusl one biuo: north of Manaiee Ave. $259,900 Call $699.000 Call Anne HuDer a 9-411 713-9835. Kern Sneil at 9411 713-1305. : : .. : .: , SIESTA KEY Canai front, 3/2 with heated pool, boat dock, large lot, near pictures + movie beach $1,295,000 www.modernsaras, Martie Lieberman, Reallor- modern architecture specialist Cell. 941 724 1118 Office 941 924 9000 Martie@modemsarasota.com www.modemsarasota.com e at ota.com ..... *'' 'i H" la -<"*'-- f_ AWESOME ANNA MARIA OPPORTUNITY This Island four-ple' is rwo tlory witn a loi l ol 5BR. BA and 3.200 st oi island living Upstairs unit orifrs e' pansive views oi ihe Gull and beaches are only 50 slips away New rool and iw air condiToners in 2005. Walk li shopping and dining Oni blloc: of ol Bridile Siree and Gull Drive Zoned com- mercial. Owner jgeni. Call ortice ai 1941 798-9191 IMPERIAL HOUSE VACATION RENTAL This second Iloor 2BR,2BA unii overlooks Inlracoaslal Waterway and Gonez Bridge. Property is 55-plus, no pets and requires liree monin minimum. Discou~nr on fournn and hihri monin. Walk 10 shopping, dining and beaches Rent $2,800,'month Call Jonalhon Wright a (9411 798-9191. 941-798-9191 (941 779-9320 411 Pi nt, Anv M;iiia www.anislandplace.com NEW LISTING Justseps o Bean Point trom ihiis Immraculat1 2BR'2BA home wiln large garage, work. shop area, and room tor a pool lurnkey :. NORTH ENDI Spacious3BBtBA home with large cr.renrid lanai and Iwo-car garage Jusl south ot nir Rod i Reel Pier and litr rinnules to Ihe beachl $i45.00j GULFFRONT CONDO 2BR/2BA airy and spd. (ious' Miles of white sand each, two pools, quiet complex cenirdlly licatedl $795.000. KEY ROYALE CANALFRONT COr ul Irie iciwef prii:rd KIy Royale ,i,,iij htrime,' in i'BR/I2 BA hac, jn Cipern ilor pljri revw di c andl [rujm Br .) pol $849.000ll LOWEST PRICED LOT IN ANNA MARIA! Build yo:iur Idreali Isljnid hoijiTr iI'. 'uiolh rii ri Rn od R l Peirr' * l^S.UU BEACH CUTE DUPLEX COTTAGE.with IBR/1BAeachrdr' Small bul dorble ind ah o ,mpletely revw insider I aoalo the tbeah an RIBIBA turnkey afrWihd ocaon hP.3l S shed cofage ht pool prideges' r acrosS fromrtheboar.ihl r ftl and/or letaway! $ QO .: : ., , b: "` ' ~i;lS x ~.iJ- $ i E '$ D E D ;" " s if, 7g g > r: 'i .E: i--------: j..1 kv arms W", TIE ISLANDER E FEB. 15, 2006 U B-13 S A N E R F I OE IPRVMET otiue RNAL Cnined-RNALCotne DOCK CLEANING, STAINING, repair. Professional service, insured. Make your dock or deck look like new. (941) 779-1839. HANDYMAN SERVICE: Winton's Home-Buddy Inc. Retired banker, Island resident, converting life-long hobby to business. Call (941) 705-0275 for free esti- mates. ANNUAL RENTAL: Available March 1, 2006. Anna Maria 2BR/1BA duplex across from beach. $950/month plus utilities. (941) 778-7003. RENTALS available weekly, monthly, seasonal. Wedebrock Real Estate Co., (941) 778-6665 or (800) 749-6665. 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. Call (941) 713-0034 or e-mail: gamiller@tampabay.rr.com. GULFFRONT CONDOS:. 3BR/2BA, 2BR/2BA, 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. WEEKLY RENTALS: Alecassandra villa, 1BR/1BA, $700/week; Island duplex, 2BR, $800/week; Gulffront cottage, 2BR, $1,000/week; Bradenton Beach Club, 2BR/2BA, $1,400/week. Please call Kim Fisher, Wagner Realty, (941) 778-2246. www.wagnerrealty.com. SEASONAL: GORGEOUS, OCEANVIEW home. 5BR/3BA, fireplace, cable TV. One hundred yards from Gulf. Two scenic decks. Available January, 2006-April, 2006. $3,900/month. Call (813) 948-1267 or email kkl@tampabay.rr.com. DESIRABLE BEAN POINT! IIIIIIIIIit '" . ~ .. t " -" ' 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 TrO Broker- Realtor roi 725-1074 rpertes MARKEY REALTY & ASSOCIATES SEASONAL RENTAL: Brand new Bradenton Beach 3BR/3BA plus office, steps to beach. Balconies with ocean and bay views, elevator, 8-person Jacuzzi, granite counters, marble floors and baths, Jacuzzi in master, washer/dryer, designer furnished, fully equipped. One of the finest rentals on Island. $4800/ monthly 813-277-4336. VACATION RENTALS: 2BR apartments across from beautiful beach, $375 to $500/week. Winter and spring dates available. Almost Beach Apartments, (941) 778-2374. SEASONAL FURNISHED new home in Anna Maria. Elevated 3BR/2BA. Available now through April. One block to beach. (813) 251-9201. BEACH LIVING: SEASONAL, Furnished one room efficiency. Utilities included. Gulf views and large decks. (941) 505-1962. GULFFRONT RESIDENCE: PRIME Holmes Beach location. Available seasonally, November-April 2006. Renovated 2BR/2.5BA private residence in quiet area of Island with open floor plan and large terrace overlooking the Gulf. From $1,750/week with discounted monthly rate. Call Dave at (941) 720-0089. ANNUAL RENTAL: Perico Bay Club; 2BR/2BA villa with garage, small pet OK. Heated pool, tennis, gated community. $1,300/month. Hidden Lakes; 3BR/2Ba condo, all new, pool, small pet OK. $1,400/month. 7104 Marina; 3BR/2BA, pool, two- car garage, fireplace, pets OK. $1,500/month. 572 2 nd Ave.W., Bradenton; 2BR/2BA home, garage, pets OK. $1,500/month/ Suncoast Real estate, (941) 779-0202. www.suncoastinc.com. MOBILE HOME FOR RENT: Nice 2BR, furnished mobile home, gated community on creek. Bradenton Palms Mobile Home Park. Hot tub, pool, four-six month rental. $1,100/month. (863) 688-3524 or (863) 608-1833. E-mail: chickenplucker@webtv.net. - '- ', ... . .. ..i E . Ne\\ 3BR/2.5 BA home on large lot in quiet north- \est Bradenton neighborhood. Lots of upgrades. $598,000. Call Greg at 720-0932 for all the details. SANDPIPER MOBILE RESORT: 55-plus. 1BR/1BA, $1,200/month. 2BR/2BA, $1,400/month. Nonsmok- ing, clubhouse, laundry, steps to beach. (775) 825-9492 or (775) 338-9492. otuohy@prodigy.net. PERICO BAY CLUB: 2BR/2BA, great water views, gated, pool, tennis, covered parking, One mile from beach. Annual rental. $1,200/month. Call Maria at (941) 720-1712. ANNUAL 3BR/2BA: Holmes Beach. Steps to beach, clean duplex-$1,200/month. (941) 725-0578 or (941) 794-2912. ANNA MARIA ISLAND: Steps from Bradenton Beach. One hundred yards from bay. Spacious 1BR/1 BA with parking. Available for yearly rental. (614) 517-7147. MONTHLY RENTAL: 2BR/2BA with den. Furnished condo on canal. West Bradenton. Five minutes to beaches. $2,500/month. June through November 2006. (708) 532-2149. YOU WILL LOVE this Ringling retreat at Lido Beach: 2BR/1 BA modern, fully-furnished duplex of historical background in garden setting. Walk to beach and St. Armands restaurants and popular shopping center, 15-minute bus ride to Main Street, Sarasota. Please phone (941) 383-0244 or (941) 383-2566. E-mail kang870@aol.com. ANNA MARIA ISLAND: Waterfront mobile resort. Steps to beach. Nice 1BR/1BA. April $1,130. May- September $625. 55-plus. 2601 Gulf Drive N., Unit 425, Bradenton Beach: (941) 778-5417. ANNUAL OR SEASONAL rental. 2BR/1BA, two blocks to beach. $900/month annual, includes cable, water, sewer, trash. Seasonal $700/week or $2,100/month. (941) 778-0714 or (941) 730-6349. PRICED REDUCED You can build.two units on this building site over 1-1,000 sf and 182 foot frontage. Create your space for less than purchase of new duplex. Tropical foliage and trees offer a perfect lot for your private retreat and you can bike to the beach. This lot is for you as an owner wanting something unique. Reduced to $695,000. Two March weekly rentals still available and April in a few units. Call today for further details. Maria "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 *~ 'WI" bB ""uw - COZY RETREAT Tranquil Island home. Large corner lot, across the street from the bay and in walking distance from the beach. Large rooms, ceramic tile floors and cathedral ceilings give this home an open, airy, island feel. Inground pool and screened lanai pro- vide for spacious outdoor entertaining. $799,000. www.flrealtour.com/01160231j/realtor. POPULAR NORTH BEACH VILLAGE with M.* i is unique park-like set- S 1i ,If. ting and open airy floor Seaplan. Two-car attached -': t garage with .large utility room. Two decks, plus .... : l III nice screened porch. Unit S52 turnkey furnished. r.ra, .e. I Ohfered at $695,000. w'vW flrealtour.com/ 110905625/vtour/index.html CALL JOHN ZIRZOW 778-9171 OFFICE.753-1620..... . i:4 .......... .................. . . . . . . . Offi- 1, Indel-dlndy Om, 0, Ad Opo,wd. I II I' e :1 1 . 14-B U FEB. 15, 2006 T THE ISLANDER U -B C A9 ANNA MARIA ISLAND Club: Available January and February 2007.2BR/2BA, totally remodeled in 2006. Call (813) 781-7562. NORTH-END FURNISHED beach villas, One or two bedrooms, 1BA, with screened porch. 100 steps to beach. Great views! Starting at $1000/month. (941) 219-1042. twoodsbton @ netzero.com. ANNUAL 2BR/2BA on canal in Holmes Beach. No pets. (941) 778-7039. PRIVATE COTTAGE WITH shared dock, Old Flor- ida-style 2BR/1BA, screened porch, deck, fenced yard. Half block to beach. Pet OK. Weekly, monthly beginning April 1, 2006. (941) 485-1874. ANNUAL 3BR/2BA: Holmes Beach. Steps to beach, clean duplex $1,200/month. (941) 725-0578 or (941) 794-2912. WESTBAY POINT: 2BR/2BA, beautiful condition, overlooking canal. Available February, March, April. $2,600/month. Call (616) 291-5116. BRADENTON BEACH: Large 2B/2B condo, ele- gantly furnished, heated pool, spa, two private balconies overlooking beach and Sarasota Bay with private dock. April 15-29. $950/week. (207) 783-8088. ANNA MARIA: One bedroom beachfront villa, sleeps four. Full kitchen, heated pool, spa. April.8-15. Gorgeous sunsets. $1,000/month (207) 783-8088. HOLMES BEACH: 2BR/2BA beach cottage, 1.5 blocks to beach. Fully furnished. $550/week. (941) 587-1456. REALTORS 5910 Marina Dr. Holmes Beach, FL 34217 Call (941) 778-0777 or Rentals 778-0770 1-800-741-3772 OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK Web site: www.smithrealtors.com Suzy Pieler Topproducer for Sthe month of January ANNUAL RENTALS: 1 BR/1 BA half duplex, upstairs, with oversized garage. $800/month. Call Betsy Hills Real Estate, PA., at (941) 778-2291, or e-mail: Jason @ betsyhills.com. WATERFRONT SEASONAL: January, March, April. One, two and three bedrooms available. 1BR $1,800/month, 2-3BR $3,000/month. Price reduced after April. 109 13th St. S., Bradenton Beach. (941) 779-9074. BEAUTIFUL AND SPACIOUS 3BR/2BA home located four houses down form beach! Free trolley picks up at end of block. Available by the week. Adja- cent two-bedroom apartment also available first half of March. Call (616) 225-1589. ANNUAL OR SEASONAL 3BR/2BA Palms of Cortez condo. Pet OK. $1,200/month annual, or $2,500/month seasonal. Clean and new. Call (941) 704-7394. DELUXE WATERFRONT HOME to share. Bedroom with private bath $1,200/month, without private bath $900. Mature man or woman, nonsmoker, non- drinker. Maid service. Furnished north-end home. (941) 779-0088. CONDOS: BRADENTON BEACH, Bayview Terrace. Pool on bay, one block to beach. Three-month mini- mum. 2BR, $2,000/month. 1 BR $1,500/month. (941) 752-1737. CHARMING 2BR/2BA canal house close to bay. Available April 1, 2006, for annual rental. (717) 392-4048. AMY GORDAN REALTOR S. Dedicated to service Expertise in renovation and rehabilitation properties. Island, waterfront and area lifestyle specialist. .. The JEWEL of Gulf Coast Real Estate Contact Amy for all of your REAL ESTATE needs! 941-779-1811 ^J-j~~i^SMS~i^^Mi~ffi GULFFRONT DUPLEX: Second floor, 2BR/1BA, newly updated, open floor-plan, 12-by-12 deck. Holmes Beach, close to shopping, restaurants, lush gardens. $950week, $3,200/month. (941) 778-0905. ANNUAL RENTAL: Perico Island large 3BR/2BA home with two-car garage. Association, pool and tennis courts. $1,600/month plus utilities. Call An Island Place Realty, (941) 779-0733. ANNUAL RENTAL: Holmes Beach, 3BR/2BR home with boat dock and private yard. Fireplace, washer/ dryer. $1,600/month plus utilities. Call An Island Place Realty, (941) 779-0733. SANDPIPER MOBILE RESORT: 55-plus, 1BR/1BA. Nice, clean unit. $1300/month. Nonsmoking, club- house, laundry, steps to beach. (941) 779-1112. LONGBOAT KEY VILLAGE: 2BR/1BA updated home. Completely furnished, $2,400/month. Avail- able immediately. Real Estate Mart, (941) 756-1090. CONDOS: BRADENTON BEACH, Bayview Terrace. Pool on bay, one block to beach. Three-month mini- mum. 2BR, $2,000/month. 1 BR $1,500/month. (941) 752-1737. 1 BR, LARGE APARTMENT. Water view, nonsmok- ing, no pets. $475/week. (941) 779-0420. ANNUAL RENTAL- 2BR/2BA single-family home with carport. Less than one block to beach. Ground level. $1,100/month. Available March 1, 2006. Call Island Real Estate, (941) 778-6066. UNIQUE SAILBOAT WATERFRONT HOME with 39 foot boat- house and mother - in law apartment e with heated pool, on t-end canal. 3BR/2.5BA in main house rebuilt and enlarged three years ago and 1 BR/1 BA full mother-in-law apartment. Gourmet main kitchen, DCS. gas stove top, double oven, double dishwasher, double wine coolers, granite counter top, outside kitchen with triple sink, dishwasher and built-in B-B-Q. Two zone central vacuum, intercom, 15 foot ceiling and see-through gas fireplace in great room to outside pool. 4900 S.F.U.R. PAO 502 72nd St., Holmes Beach A must see at $2,250,000. Ted E. Davis,- Licensed Real Estate Broker/Owner. By appointment, (941) 778-6155. SALES & RENTALS 419 Pine Ave., Anna Maria FL 34216 PO Box 2150 (941) 778-2291 EVENINGS 778-2632 FAX (941) 778-2294 NORTH END HIDEAWAY Immaculate 3BR/2BAground- level home offers lots of storage, one-car carport, outside storage -shed, and large yard with plenty of room for a pool and lots of potential. Very reasonably priced at $569,000. WATERFRONT KEY WEST STYLE HIDEAWAY Beauti- fully remodeled 3BR/2BA waterfront home, with free-form pool, brick paver surround, brand new boat dock, sun decks, screened lanai with westerly. exposure, cathedral ceilings, wood burning fireplace with coral stone mantel gourmet kitchen, stainless appliances and metal roof. $875,000. INVITING ISLAND HIDEAWAY In Anna Maria Village, charming 2BR/2BA Richmond home on oversized lot, short walk to both Gulf and bay! Spacious living room, tile Florida room, newer appliances, new roof, and secluded, expansive lot, with citrus trees and plenty of room for a pool. $599,500. BEAUTIFUL BAYFRONT LOT The incredibly beautiful location of this bayfront lot is unsurpassed! Enjoy strolling on the private, sandy beach or walking to the City Pier or Post Office. The panoramic views of sea, sky, and the Sunshine Skyway are unsurpassed! $1,795,000. Visit our Web site at www.betsyhills.com 59~ .- i ;F.,^'" :' .-;.:.. , I .:-:: : --::~::I::::: .:. THE ISLANDER M FEB. 15, 2006 M B-15 L A N D a R AF ANNUAL RENTAL: 2BR/1BA duplex, one block to beach, completely remodeled, ground level. $1,075/month. Call Island Real Estate, (941) 778-6066. ANNUAL RENTAL: 2BR/2BA single-family home, very private backyard with canal. City of Anna Maria. Available March 1, 2006. $1,500/month. Call Island Real Estate, (941) 778-6066. SEASONAL RENTALS: HOMES, condos available for the months of March, April and May 2006. Call Island Real Estate, (941) 778-6066. 2BR/2BA CANALFRONT: Available March.T. Dolly Young Real Estate, (941) 778-0807. ANNUAL RENTAL: 2BR/1BA, carport, new kitchen cabinets, tile floors. Close to community center and beach. Ground level. Call (941) 795-7089. AVAILABLE MARCH 2006: Quiet, clean Holmes Beach 2BR/1 BA ground-level duplex. Large lanai, new kitchen, washer/dryer, two blocks to beach. No smok- ing. $2,100/month, $900/week. Call (813) 928-5378 or e-mail evergreenproperties@yahoo.com. YOU'LL LOVE THIS Valentine's Day rental special! Two months free rent. Only one home left! Fully fur- nished and waiting for you! 2BR/2BA, two-car carport, raised patio, utility shed, washer and eat-in kitchen. Enjoy life in this 55-plus lakeside retirement community. Close to every- thing! $795/month. Sorry, no pets. Call Neil, (941) 756-7068, at Waterside Club. 3301 Cortez Rd. W. in Bradenton. 600-SF OFFICE: $500/month; 900-sf office, garage, storage, two 10-foot overhead doors $750/month. 1-800-952-1206. 8799 Cortez Road, Bradenton. 1,200-SF OFFICE, former real estate broker. Avail- able immediately. 1-800-952-1206. 8803 Cortez Road, Bradenton. SELL it fast with an ad in The Islander. NEW LISTING! Natural setting surrounds this 3BR/2BA home with ..,. .. open water views, boat dock, hot tub, steps to beach and turnkey furnished! Offered at ; $899,000. BAYVIEW DUPLEX includes lot on bay! 3BR/3BA and 1BR/1BA duplex or 4BR/4BA home with boat docks and gorgeous view of Sarasota Bay. Offered at $969,900. ISLAND CON VENIENCE STORE WITH GAS Super opportunity to own Island business! Offered at: $199.500 & Inventory Deborah Thrasher ,, RE/MAX Excellence . (94i1518--38 (9411 383-970)0- DehbIThra'h' aol.conm NORTH-END FURNISHED beach villas, One or two bedrooms, one bath, screened porch. 100 steps to beach. Great views! Starting at $1000/month. (941) 219-1042. twoodsbton @ netzero.com. GULFFRONT CONDO: 2BR/2BA, pool, tennis, eleva- tor, magnificent views. Walk to restaurants, shopping and more. Available April 1, 2006. (941) 778- 6288. ANNUAL 2BR/1BA duplex apartment, washer/ dryer hookup, carport, $900/month, seasonal. 1BR Gulffront apartment, fabulous view. Dolores, M. Baker Real Estate, (941) 778-7500. ANNUAL RENTAL: 2BR/1.5BA, elevated apart- ment. Carport, washer/dryer, large storage, deck. $850/month. Fran Maxon Real Estate, (941) 778-2307. HOLMES BEACH GULFFRONT: 2BR/2BA, beauti- ful view of Gulf. On the beach. Weekly rental. Avail- able now. (941) 779-2701 or (608) 332-9272. MARCH CANCELLATION: Westbay Point and Moorings 2BR/2BA bayfront unit, rate reduction to $2,800/month. Call Sharon, Old Florida Realty. (941) 713-9096. ANNUAL RENTAL: Large Gulffront complex! 1BR/1 BA furnished condo. Heated pool, beautiful beach. Holmes Beach, near restaurants and shop- ping. $950/month. 55-plus. An Island Place Realty, (941) 779-0733. SEASONAL OR WEEKLY cottage-style rentals. 1BR/1BA or 2BR/1BA with pool. Walk to beach, shopping, restaurants. (941) 778-3426. Web site 2spinnakers.com. PRECONSTRUCTION PRICES! Lakefront Hidden Lake condominiums, west Bradenton. Close to beach. Starting at $329,900. Call Cori Woods, (941) 761-0444. PERICO ISLAND: 1,170 sf, lovely 2BR2BA condo. Great water view/porch. Eat-in kitchen. Rented until 8/06. $325,500. Agents welcome. (941) 792-7828. BEAUTIFUL, NEW, RENOVATED 3BR/2BA Span- ish-style home. Two-minute walk to beach. Fully fur- nished, rental ready. Quiet Holmes Beach private setting on cul-de-sac. Custom details, tile, granite. New cabinets, windows, doors, A/C, ductwork, stain- less appliances. Paver drive/patios. (941) 778-4560. $699,000 KEY ROYALE/NORTH Point Harbor: Two homes, next door, in Island's finest community. 4BR/3BA, five-car garage, elevated home, beautiful views of Tampa Bay, new lap pool, spa, waterfall, seawall and dock. $1,249,000. Also, 2BR/2BA, two-car garage, ranch home, new seawall, dock and 20,000-pound lift. $1,249,000. Buy both for $2,450,000! Lynn Bankuty, Realtor, Suncoast Real Estate, (941) 737-1420. MUST SEE: Manufactured home has everything. Colony Cove. 1,600 sf. Views of Manatee River. 2BR/2BA, pets, 55-plus, five pools. $58,500. (941) 721-4890. ANNA MARIA ISLAND Club: 2BR/2BA condo. Fully furnished and equipped. Best-kept condo complex on the Island. Beautiful beach, pool, hot tub, sauna and sunsets. No more left on the Island like this! $1,200,000. (317) 873-3307 for instructions on vir- tual tour. FIVE MINUTES TO BEACH: Perico Island, beauti- ful designer patio home. 4BR/3BA, two-car garage. Pool, private. $535,000. Best value! Agents wel- come. (941) 792-7828. DIRECT GULFFRONT CONDO: Furnished end unit, 2BR/2BA. Enjoy sunsets year 'round from sofa, lanai or beach. Low association fee. Weekly rental allowed. $975,000. (504) 810-0867. BEACHFRONT CONDO: 1BR/1BA, new construc-. tion. Designer furnished, spa, pool, excellent location near restaurants, shopping. Excellent rental. $529,000. (901) 301-8299, .or captko462 @aol.com. FIND IT! BUY IT! SELL IT FAST! In The Islander. r REALTORS GREAT LOCATION: 3BR/3BA Key West elevated home. Like new! Dining room, four-car garage lanai, workshop, elevator, pool by March 2006. Views of Gulf and Intracoastal. $1,300,000. Call Mike Carleton, Realtor, (941) 737-0915 or Michel Cerene, Broker, (941) 545-9591, evenings. DUPLEX WITH BOAT DOCK: 2BR/1BA each side. Corner lot: Designated boat access across street (with city approval). Current survey available. Sold as is. Right to inspect. $694,900. Call Carmen Pedota, Realtor, (941) 284-2598, evenings. WATERFRONT CONDO: 2BR/1.5BA Gulfside condo, updated, turnkey furnished, glass porch, detached carport. Complex has two pools, one heated. $629,000. Call Suzy Pieler, Realtor, (941) 447-1100, evenings.: DUPLEX: One block to beach. 1BR/1BA each side. Remodeled 2004. $589,000. Call Mike Carleton, Realtor, (941) 737-0915 or Michel Cerene; -Broker, (941) 545-9591, evenings. 5910 Marina Drive Holmes Beach FL 34217 Call (941) 778-0777 or Rentals 778-0770 S1-800-741-3772 OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK S Web site: www.smithrealtors.com EXPERIENCE REPUTATION RESULTS MARTINIOUE N.-Dired Gulf view. corner with garage, storage. Updated Shows beautifully. S899,000. HOLMES BEACH-Nepiune Gardens 2BR. 1. 100 sf, carport, shori walk io beach. All for S499,000. KEY ROYALE Canalfront lot. 9,450 sf. Golf course view. 5699,000. BAYVIEW- 4-5BR/4BA, induding guesl quarters. Large master sule S1,500,000. GULF VIEW. Holmes Beach duplex or 4BR/2BA home. 51,099.000. ANNA MARIA DUPLEX- Large lot. 2BR and 1 BR. S720,000. IRONWOOD 1-2BR. Extra storage S134.900. Great buy! HARBOUR VILLA CLUB. 2BR/2BA, turnkey, boat dock 5824.900. BAYPOINTE- 4BR/3BA villa. Eight month new. 5255,000. VACATION, SEASONAL AND ANNUAL RENTALS LUXURY GULFFRONT VILLAS, CONDOS, HOMES 5508C MARINA DRIVE 778-0807 800-956-0807 yreall7'.aol.com ww.tdollyyoungrealeslate.com U U C (94 C.AP MUST SEE! 5400 Gulf Drve furnished 1BR!1BA. Views of Gu new stainless appliances. $599,0 GULFVIEWS 5400 Gulf Drive #3 this second floor unit. Turnkey'f neutral colors. $J99.900 ALMOST NEW! 2819 Gulf Drive to the beach! Corner lot, three-i:a air conditioning and metal root 5 RIVERWALK 204 W. 3rd St. #1.3 Great location in the heart of di views of the river. $389,000 and E \L. EisTE ['i.\\\ANi. - - lyde Helton Realtor 1) 720-4173 rAINCLYDE3@MSN.COM t 16 Totally remodeled, lurnkey II. Custom kitchen cabinets snd all 00. 2 Beauriiul views, of ite Gull from furnished with open-floor plan and. Tuljily rt modeled' home 100 steps r ilarae priv.ale iti unriin deck, new ,669,000... and #307. Two 2BR/2BA available. downtown Bradenton with beautiful $399,000. 941.778.0700 800.615.9930 3224 EAST BAY DR. HOLMES BEACH www.wedebrock.com NEW TOWNHOME Very spacious 3BR/2BA with two-car garage. Recently built. $749,000. Quentin Talbert, 778-4800. CANAL HOME Large Key Royale home with dock, davits and boat lift. 4BR/3BA turnkey furnished. Pool, hot tub, new A/C. $1,100,000. Dave Jones, 778-4800. IDEAL LOCATION Elevated and updated duplex. 2BR/2BA each side, short scroll Io the beach. Tons of storage. $619,000. Nicole Skaggs, 778-4800. TRIPLEX. A fixer-upper with three one ANNA MARIA ISLAND 4BR/ bedroom apartments. The R-2 lot is worth two-story. Beautifully turnkey-furnis the asking price! Tenants are in place and updated 2001, canalfront home, the owner says sell it! Call Dave Jones atdock, with emote, garage. $1,350, A Paradise Realty. 778-4800 $440,000. . Please "Dial" Debbie Dial, 400-1172. * I U~R 1m -1I - I ~ZiTMi) dise Rea- SALE &VACATIN RENTAL Welometo araise778480 520 GLI Drie, HlmesBeac, F Pardiseealt~com9 80-237225 m - 16-B M FEB. 15, 2006 T THE ISLANDER Sandy's Lawn Service Inc. Sandys Established in 1983 Lawn Celebrating 23 Years of SerQic quality & Dependable Service. eCall us for your landscape 778. 345 and hardscape needs. L Licensed & Insured Paradise Improvements 778-4173 -...: .. Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Specialist -'"; Replacement Doors and Windows Steven Kaluza Andrew Chennault Fully Licensed and Insured Island References Lic#CBC056755 "*V*WAGNEQ QEALTY :. 2217 C UIl, I2 IVE NO'll IlM AI)EN'IN IlACII. FL 34217 '" HAQOLD SMALL REALTOR Office: (941) 778-2246 792- 8628 E-mail: haroldsmall@wagnerrealty.com USA FENCE KALL Specializing WHITE VINYL FENCE CRC016172 942 1 -750-9300 HAUL-AWAY Removal of all types of trash, debris and junk. 720-2217 ISLAND LUMBER AN HARDWARE 213 54th St., Holmes Beach 778-3082 OPEN: MONDAY thru FRIDAY 7:30 to 5 SATURDAY 8 to 12 Th--',,forsaying "Isawitin I -i ^ iO(p iNG REROOF SPECIALISTS TILE METAL SHINGLE FLAT FREE 6 yr. Maintenance Program 100% FINANCING AVAILABLE Experienced in: ALL REPAIR TYPES 941-556-ROOF 941-556-7663 727-341-1600 FREE ESTIMATES Licensed & Insured (Lic. #CCC1325742} 1aIKU.ISLANDEH.OhG Anyone can take .- - a picture. . A professional . creates a portrait. ELKA PHOTOGRAPHIC 941-778-2711 www.jackelka.ccm ANDER-CLASIFIED WATERFRONT PROPERTY 2BR/2BA located on deep-water canal with large dock and views of Tampa Bay. $864,900. (941) 779-1512. LOT FOR SALE: One block to Gulf. 50x100 feet, cleared. $599,000. (941) 778-4036. 215 71st St., Holmes Beach. CANALFRONT CONDO: 2BR/2BA, turnkey-fur- nished, pool, tennis, pets allowed, just unpack and enjoy Island living. $449,900. Denise Langlois, Cold- well Banker, (941) 725-4425. CUSTOM EXECUTIVE HOME: 2709 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. 3BR/3BA views of Gulf and Tampa Bay from this beautiful executive home with master bedroom and spa encompassing entire floor. Waterfall landscaped entry. Three-car garage. $950,000. Open house: noon-4pm Sat- urday and Sunday. Call (941) 744-6906 or email Bobby@ FirstEquityFin.com. LONGBOAT KEY: Executive home with swimming pool. Completely updated 4BR/2BA. Located in his- toric Longboat Key Village, just two blocks to the beach. Priced to sell. $775,000. Call (941) 744-6906 or email Bobby@FirstEquityFin.com. BY OWNER: BEACHFRONT 2BR/2BA, office/ sleeping loft. 1,575 sf. Deeded parking space under building. Heated pool. $1,500,000. (847) 494-5748. NORTH BEACH VILLAGE: 2BR/2.5BA, pool, $495,000. 6250 Holmes Blvd. #24. Excalibur Realty Inc. (941) 792-5566. BEAUTIFUL ISLANDTOWNHOME: Steps to the beach! 3BR/2BA with den. Designer upgrades. $599,000. (941) 447-6278. www.Highland-lnvestments.com. KEY ROYALE: TASTEFULLY remodeled 3BR/2BA. Pool. spa, boat dock. Canalfront home. Priced at $929,000. Call owner direct at (941) 356-1456. ISLAND SPECIAL! SELLING Island real estate? Save big money, Florida Prime Realty LLC offers sellers commission as low as 1.5 percent! Call (941) 778-1098 or e-mail: floridaprimerealty@gail.com. 4BR/4BA ELEVATED TURNKEY-furnished duplex with many possibilities. Two short blocks to beach. Can convert to 1BR/1BA and 3BR/3BA, 2BR/2BA and 2BR/2BA or 4BR/4BA. $648,500. Call Maria at Bark & Co. Realty, (941) 778-5900 or cell (863) 5:9-8559. SALE BY OWNER: Duplex, 2BR/1BA each ;. Exclusive north end Anna Maria. Build up for spectacular view. $835,000. (941) 778-7003. FOUR TRIPLEXES: $1,200,000. $98,000 annual income. Call (941) 792-5566. FOR SALE BY owner: Best value on the Island! 2BR/ 2BA, one-car garage, gourmet kitchen, new windows, updated baths and more. Two blocks from beach. $615,000. (941) 778-8677. 406 Bay Palms Drive, Holmes Beach. wbcaudill@verizon.net. BRAND NEW DETACHED villa; 2BR/2BA, 1,245 sf under air conditioning, plus 1.5-car garage. Only $78/month maintenance fee. All ages. Pets OK. Heated pool. Great location. $235,000. Call Bill, (941) 518-9300. HOLMES BEACH DUPLEX: By owner. 2BR/2BA each side, one lanai, secluded street, steps to. beach and downtown. New appliances and air han- dlers. Beautiful maintenance-free landscaping. Dog- friendly fenced yard. $650,000. (941)794-9940. SARASOTA HANDYMAN: 4BR/2BA, 1,100sf. New roof, electric, outgoing plumbing. Large yard, good schools. Tenant would stay, $949/month. $199,000. (941) 954-4312. ANNA MARIA 3BR/2BA north-end home. Gulf, beaches, bay, piers. $595,000. (941) 778-2934. FOR SALE BY OWNER: Beachfront 1BR/1BA condo. End unit, fabulous view, heated pool, excel- lent rental. $589,000. annamariabeachplace.com. (330) 565-7693. ANNA MARIA ISLAND beach getaway cabana. Bay view, updated, large deck, boat slip available. Pines Trailer Park, 55-plus. $35,000. (941) 778-4820. DUPLEX: 2411 Ave. C, Bradenton Beach. Great location. Will consider trade. $690,000. (941) 915-0684. LONGBOAT KEY: 2BR/2BA villa. Completely fur- nished. $575,000. (941) 383-5370. FOR SALE BY OWNER: Duplex, 2BR/2BA each side. Quiet area, close to beach. Tenants in place. Leave message, (941) 755-4445. By appointment only. BRADENTON: TWO NEW construction properties, meet hurricane codes, Braden River access. 3BR. Gated community with recreation center. $559,000 on nature preserve near golf course. $449,000. Maintenance free, includes marina. Closing bonus. (941) 741-2502. MANASOTA KEY: One acre +/- direct beachfront with newer beach home and separate guesthouse. Also zoned and engineered in progress for five to six condos, pool and clubhouse. Also OK for pri- vate beach club. Priced under market at $2,500,000. (941) 474-6633. FED UP WITH overpriced waterfronts here? Try the pristine blue waters of Lemon bay and the Gulf of Mexico off the Cape Haze peninsula just a few bar- rier islands south of you in the Englewood area. Five deep-water seawalled bay lots from $499,000. Waterfront 2BR/2BA home $639,000. Owner, (941) 474-6633. UPDATED ISLAND DUPLEX: 3BR/2BA total. Zoned R-4. New roof, carpet, paint, Big yard. $534,900. Edie Force, Collandra & Company, (941) 920-0129. CEDAR KEY GULF views: 2,000 sf, custom fire- place, GoBolt wind protection, wood cabinets, many other custom features by artisan owners. T. Dolly Young Real Estate, (941) 773-6581.$795,000. SUNBOW BAY Spacious, turnkey 2BR/2BA condo with superb water views. Elevator, heated pools, tennis, covered parking. Includes 14-foot boat at communal dock. Close to public beach. $462,500. (941) 795-8066. BEAUTIFUL ISLAND TOWNHOUSE: Steps to the beach. 3BR/2BA. Pool, designer upgrades, granite counters, new appliances, tile floors, two-story home. $599,000. Call (941) 447-6278, or view online at www.44smart.com. LOT FOR SALE: Holmes Beach. One block to Gulf. 57.75 x 114 feet. Neptune Lane. $569,000. (941) 778-4246. SUNNY SHORES, 2BR/2BA with carport. Shows like a model. Two miles to Coquina Beach. View of Palma Sola Bay. Community boat ramp. Turnkey fur- nished. No deed restrictions. Land owned. Perfect winter retreat, seasonal rental or full time residence. Price reduced to $199,900. Chard Winheim, Horizon Realty, (941) 713-6743. BOATERS BEST BUY: 2BR on Palma Sola Bay. Intracoastal Waterway access. Updated townhome, heated pool and boat slip. Only $335,000. Call Fred, Real Estate Mart, (941) 756-1090. BELOW MARKET FOR quick sale: Like new, two- year-old lakefront home. 4BR/3BA, formal dining, huge kitchen and media room. $495,000. Call Gwen direct, (941) 720-2548. Real Estate Mart, (941) 756-1090. KEY ROYALE CANALFRONT home: tastefully remodeled inside. Corian kitchen, ceramic tile and Berber carpet. Pool and spa. Boat dock. Excep- tional value at $929,900. Call owner direct, (941) 356-1456. LONGBOAT KEY VILLAGE: 3BR/2BA, two-car garage. Huge new loft addition can be separate guest quarter. $739,900. Call to see: Fred at Real Estate Mart, (941) 756-1090. SHADYBROOK TOWNHOUSES: 3BR/ 2.5BA. $159,000 and $169,000. For handyman. Real Estate Mart, (941) 756-1090. .VJIINIV.Lv VVIILVIIL a Available from Commercial News Providers" d h S. 'p S I ANDER CL AS S IED REAL SATECotiue RAL SATECntne THE ISLANDER S FEB. 15, 2006 U B-17 ....4,. BEAUTIFUL FURNISHED FIFTH-floor Ironwood condo overlooking golf course. $192,900. Call (941) 792-0902. ANNA MARIA: TRUE beachfront paradise with breathtaking view of the bay. 4BR/3BA, 2,933 sf, $1,800,000. THE Agency, (800) 813-9180. WWW.ANNAMARIACONDOS.COM: Check us out for all your condo needs! Buying or selling? Call Chris Kawcak at Bradenton Condos, (941) 704-6714. HOLMES BEACH 2BR/1BA beach cottage. 1.5 blocks to beach. On 50x100 foot lot. $489,000 or best offer. (941) 587-1456. ocmuseum3@juno.com. SARASOTA 3BR/2BA, two-car garage, pool home on 100x100 foot lot. Two minutes from North Siesta Key Bridge. $389,000 or best offer. (941) 587-1456, or e-mail ocmuseum3@juno.com. 3BR/2BA: One bedroom used as a den/office/ playroom, enclosed lanai, tiled with carpeted bed- rooms. 1,400 sf, county water/sewer, citrus trees, near Brentwood school in Sarasota. Reduced to $274,900. (941) 379-4196 or (941) 954-7474. BY OWNER: NEW 3BR/2BA home. Beautiful neigh- borhood. Cherokee Lake view, access. 1.5 lots. $219,900. (865) 475-6411 or (423) 948-9117. NEW KITCHEN: CANAL location, 2BR/2BA. Mount Vernon senior community, minutes to beach. Open 1-4pm Saturday and Sunday. $349,900. 9406 Kings- ton. (941) 761-2266. FOR SALE BY owner: Village Green condo. New paint inside and out. 2BR/2BA, two-car garage, 1,800 sf on small lake, quiet street. Asking $299,900. Call Lori (480) 814-1432 or Scott, (650) 851-7996. 6813 Seventh Ave, W., Bradenton, 34209. PINEBROOK CONDO ON golf course. Fifth-floor views, 2BR/2BA, beautifully furnished, next to pool. $269,900. By owner, (941) 794-8954, leave mes- sage. HOLMES BEACH: 12,500 sf R2-lot with duplex suit- able for land condos. Back has view of Spring Lake. Two blocks direct walk to beach. $699,000. (941) 400-9346. FOR SALE BY owner: Rarely available Tiffany Place, 2BR/2BA, turnkey furnished condo. Newly remodeled and decorated. $769,000. Call (941) 778-6720. HOLMES BEACH: THREE duplexes for sale. 8004, 8006 and 8008 Marina Drive. $654,000 each. (941) 778-9691. Suze68@yahoo.com. BY OWNER: LOCATION, location. 3BR/2BA, orre- car garage on Holmes Beach canal. Open house lpm-4pm Sunday, Feb. 19. 519 72nd St., Holmes Beach. MUST SEE LARGE 2BR/2BA Gulf view condo. New kitchen. $650,000. (717) 392-4048, DUPLEX FOR SALE by owner 2R/2BA and. 1BR/1BA; each with screened porch. Lot large enough for possible land condos. Brokers welcome. $799,000. Call (941) 779-0120. PRICE REDUCED TO $899,500. Beachfront condo for sale. Incredible views, totally renovated, new throughout, designer turnkey furnished. Owner financing available, brokers protected. Bring your cli- ents (717) 392-4048. HOME ON CANAL for sale: Brokers welcome. $845,000. (717) 392-4048. BEST DUPLEX BUY on Island. 3501 Sixth Ave., middle Island, near beach. www.c3island.com. (813) 376-5591. WESTBAY POINT AND MOORINGS: Lovely end unit in the trees with light/bright exposures, over- looking heated pool and tennis court. Beautifully fur- nished. Move-in condition. Call (941) 778-0042 for viewing. WATERFRONT KEY WEST-style: stilt, vaulted, open-beam cedar ceilings, dock. Sailboat water, no bridges. Turnkey, extra-large lot. Willow Avenue. (941) 778-8168. VILLAGE GREEN VILLA: 2BR/2BA, two-car garage. Completely updated. Open Sunday. 6608 12th Ave. W., Bradenton. (941) 448-8502 or (941) 761-2575. WOW! THERE ARE over 600 properties for sale on Anna Maria Island. With this many listings there are bound to be a few real bargains, but the best oppor- tunities come and go in the blink of an eye! If you are reading this ad, you are probably searching for that special needle in the haystack. We feel the time has come for "buyer agent services." You give us your dream-deal criteria and we work for you to help make the dream come true. Best of all, in most cases, the seller pays! Remember, the listing agent is obligated to get the highest price for the seller. We will negotiate the lowest price for you! Call Barry Gould (941) 448-5500, or Ted Schlegel (941) 518-6117. Island Vacation Properties. BRIGHT AND AIRY: 2BR/2BA Gulf-view condo in four-unit building with heated pool. New kitchen, screened balcony, washer/dryer, new air-condition- ing system.Turnkey ready. Wonderful home or great rental. $650,000. (941) 779-1013. DUPLEX FOR SALE by owner: lovely 2BR/2BA home and charming 1BR/1BA; each with private screened porch. Extra-large garage, well land- scaped lot, large enough for land condo. Brokers welcome. $799,000. Call (941) 779-0120. 4BR/3BA BED AND breakfast. $535,000. West Bradenton. Real Estate Mart, (941) 756-1090. BEACH CONDO FOR sale: Out the front door onto the beach, incredible views and southern exposure make this home cheery and pleasant, enjoy breath- taking sunsets year-round from spacious living room, tender-loving care, completely redone. Everything new, designer turnkey ready. Owner financing avail- able. $941,800. Brokers welcome (717) 392-4048. 59TH STREET CANAL home: view of bay, brokers welcome. $845,000. (717) 392-4048. BEAUTIFUL NORTH CAROLINA: Winter season is here! Must see the beautiful peaceful mountains of western North Carolina. Homes, cabins, acreage and investments. 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(see below) USE THIS FORM FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE: One word per blank space for minimum charge 20 words. I------------------------------------------------------ 3 Run issue date(s) _____ ____ ____ Amt. pd Date Please indicate: Ck. No. or Cash _ For credit card payment: [I [J 3Z No. Exp. Date Name shown on card: SBilling address zip code: House no. or post office box no. on bill E-Mail address: [for renewal purposes onl The Islander Fax: 941 778-9392 5404 Marina Drive Phone: 941 778-7978 Holmes Beach FL 34217 E-mailclassifieds@islander.org The Paver Brick Store 8208 Cortez Road W. Bradenton 34210 (941) 794-6504 9:00 AM til Noon, or by Appointment Pool Deck, Patio arid Driveway Renovations Design Build LONGBOAT KEY PAINTING & DESIGN, INC. A- Faux painting Cabinet refinishing SFurniture restoration Custom painting Jackson Holmes, owner (941) 812-3809 ISLAND TAXI Providing islanders with personal service to and'from central and south florida airports, etc., Since 1991. Bruce Collins (941) 778-6201. Advertise here and reach more than 20,000 people weekly with your ad -for as little as $20! Tlie Islander Call 778-7978 Junior's Landscape & Maintenance Lawn care PLUS native plants. - mulch, trip, hauling and cleanup.. ', Call Junior, 807-1015 THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE I massage in the peace, quiet and convenience of your home! 0 More than I0 years on Anna Maria Island. SCall Nadia : 941.795.0887 HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING FOR EMPLOYMENT Needed l 30% Down- Bobby Edington (941) 744-6906 1ST EQUITY/WORLD SAVINGS anna maria Gulf Coast PROPERTIES (941)782-5609 Now accepting annual rental properties on Anna Maria Island Chris " Eagleberger Over 20 years Real Eslale experience Bulldozers, Backhoes, Loaders, Dump Trucks, Graders, Scrapers, Excavators Train in Florida *National Certification Financial Assistance Job Placement Assistance 800-383-7364 Associated Training Services www.atsn-schools.com 18-13 FEB. 15. 2006 0 THE ISLANDER A AL A I S IID FLOI UT- -i,, n , MOUNTAINS OF NORTH Georgia: The very best of riverfront, lakefront, acreage tracts, building parcels from one to 195 acres. Direct from owners. (706) 276-7773. MURPHY, N.C.: Aah, cool summers, mild winters. Affordable homes and mountain cabins, land. Call for free brochure, (877) 837-2288. Exit Realty Moun- tain View Properties. www.exitmurphy.com. EAST TENNESSEE LAKE properties. Homes from $200,000 to $1,000,000. Lakefront lots from $100,000. Lake-view lots from $35,000. Call Lakeside Realty, (423) 626-5820 or visit www.lakesiderealty-tn.com. LAND AUCTION: 200 properties must be sold! Low down / E-Z financing, free catalog. (800) 937-1603. www.landauction.com. EASTERN TENNESSEE MOUNTAIN homesites. Gated lakeside community. One-to five-acre wooded and lake-view sites from the $40s. Planned ame- nities. Minutes from Chattanooga. Call today (866) 292-5769. Gates of the River. LARGE MOUNTAIN: Land bargains, high eleva- tion. Adjoins pristine state forest, 20-plus acres to 350 acres. Sweeping mountain-views, streams. www.liveinwv.com. GOVERNMENT HOMES! $0 down! Bank reposses- sions and foreclosures! No credit, OK! $0/low down! Call for listings (800) 498-8619. NORTH CAROLINA MOUNTAINS: 10.51 acres on mountaintop in gated community, view, trees, waterfall and large public lake nearby, paved private access, $119,500. Owner, (866) 789-8535. www.NC77.com. OCALA/ ORLANDO, FLA. AREA: $15,000 discount. 1.7- 21 acres from $149,900. Rolling hills, views, trails. Only two miles to 1-75. Discount ends Feb. 28. Broker/owner, (352) 330-0022. TENNESSEE LAKEFRONT RETREATS: Newly released lakefront, wooded and mountain-view sites. Five to 50 estate acres from $39,990. 90 min- utes to Nashville. Don't miss the sunsets over the lake! Call (866) 339-4966. Eagles Ridge. ASHEVILLE, N.C., AREA HOMESITES: Own a private mountain retreat. Gated riverfront community. Stunning mountain views. One to eight acres from the $60s. Four- season climate. Call (866) 292-5762. Bear River Lodge. GEORGIA: BLAIRSVILLE in the north Georgia mountains. Land, homes, commercial and invest- ment. "Everything we touch turns to sold." Jane Baer Realty, (706) 745-2261, (800) 820-7829. www.janebaerrealty.cpm, janebaer@alltel.net. NORTH CAROLINA GATED lakefront community. 1.5 acres plus, 90 miles of shoreline. Never before offered with 20 percent pre-development discounts, 90-percent financing. Call (800) 709-5253. S- UPDATED FLORIDA- STYLE ISLAND DUPLEX Zoned R-4 for inves- i -.. tors! 1BR each side, S ..:.. new roof, carpet, paint, and more! Tropical back yard, privacy fenced and large covered porch area. 3012 Gulf Drive. SCall Collandra & Co. Real Estate, Edie Force, 920-0129 WATERFRONT! Two acres +/-, $159,900. Gorgeous acreage, great views, pristine shoreline and deep boat- able water! Near Bath, N.C. Enjoy access to ICW, Sound, Atlantic. Paved road, underground utilities, well water, septic approved. Excellent financing. By appointment only. Call now (800) 732-6601 ext.1497. HORSE FARM LIQUIDATION: 20 acres, $59,900. Lush pastures, beautiful trout stream, spectacular upstate New York setting! Ideal summer home site! Terms available! Call now! (877) 909-5263. www.upstateNYland.com. NORTH CAROLINA AND VIRGINIA mountain land available. Four acres. Allegheny County, N.C., Stone Mountain. State park area, A-frame. Apartment and garage, lake, guest house, three golf courses nearby. Just $249,900. Call Susan (336) 789-2926. 49 acres. Surry County. N.C., bottom land, 4,000 feet on Fisher River. Beautiful wood land and home site. Private location. Springs and branches. $225,000. Call Bracky (336) 789-2926. 86 acres. Lowgap Surry County, N.C. Beautiful remodeled house. All fenced, stream, old cabin timber, private outbuildings. $499,000. Terms available. Call Susan (336) 789-2926. 70+/- acres. Beulah Community, Surry County. N.C. All cleared, grassed and fenced, panoramic view of surrounding mountains, pond. Fabulous views $6,250/acre. Call Bracky (336) 789-2926. 215+/- acres. Carroll County, Va., High- way 52, just north of Mount Airy. North Carolina brick home, needs updating. County water. Long highway. Frontage possibly commercial. $1,300,000. Owner financing. Call Mark (336) 789-2926. THE ISLANDER. The best news on Anna Maria Island since 1992. Cindy M. Jones G RI, CRS, Sale Associate U NCAN S ; Real Estate, Inc S779-0304 ,. :7 .73-9770 . 310 Pine Aivenue Annra Mari Islkod HoewBe Laruns Refinonce with large .cash outs S'* Featuring fast Irack/ L bi-weekly payments ; Loans with option arms choice of payment Fast and inexpensive '" Foreign Nationals- '" i No credit required .B'Alnna Maria Island Resident (94 1i)74 w .. WO..*.I.Os w .l4 Fa I .l r G ,H-,. L.'r,., n s l l, l .,: ,l Q. Tt i ,, l ,-,-i,-,. .,1 1 r, I. ; ''"' " THE ISLANDER M FEB. 15. 2006 M B-19 . ..4D - p SW -ii I w F1 "Copyrighted Material l Syndicated Content Available from Commercial News Providers t a a :~~j;r~-7* .r ~U, ip --r -p~ .ir ''' ,' F- CHARMING CANAL HOME al the norlh end DIRECT BAYFRONT HOME wilh fanlastic views ENJOYTHE ISLAND LIFEWITHYOUR FAMILY ot Anna Maria 2BR/2BA. one-car garage. This andspaciousinterior.Downslairsisalegalapartrrent in Ihis 4BR/3BA home with pool, dock, fireplace, home has II all, extra large lo, boal I1r and with rull bathroom. Parking in front and carponrs in screened lanai and oHice or den area. Close dock A piece or paradise, close 10 the beach. back with stairs at the side Iront and inside. Easy to to schools and Gull beaches. 1869.000 MLSa $689.000. MLSH 521866 enienain and relax in ihis home wnh huge porch and 522161. open floor plan $895,000 MLS# 521970 NORTH BEACH VILLAGE CONDO located in a lush selling.This 3BR'2.5BA has a two- car garage with lots ol storage and private Marianne Conie screened porch. Beautiful community heated -.. '-:,- pool and close to Ihe beach. Very light and brign[ and extremely well-maintained A must see! $655.000. MLS# 518538. Bab Fiemo &bF:hft GREAT 3BR/2BA, TWO-CAR GARAGE HOME sis on a duplex lot with over 9000 si Home has -beer updaled and lovingly cared lor, too many ierns I lisll Adjacent 7,500 sl lol also available. $950,000 MLS# 522400. ONLY FEW HOMES ONTHE ISLAND for sale DIRECT DEEP-WATER ACCESS (o Tampa Bay less .nan $500,000' This attractive and totally and Ihe Gull The open plan flows perfectly Iro.m remodeled 2BR!2BA is close o1 the beach and doubleenrrydoorithr.roughwidesliderstomtedeck Gull'f6t Mexico All ile Ihroughout, open plan 31 a 38x 18 lool pool. Oversize garage ofers e.yra with screened porch to enjoy cool sea breezes storage; Ihere are aluminum hurricane shuners Low maintenance yard for that laid-back island c.r every opening. Coconuit rees and ro.e garden lifestyle! -$499.000 MLS# 510846 are a plus 8-575,000 MLS# 519235. IMMACULATE 3BR/2BA CANAL HOME with direct Gulf ace ess. Jet-skil lih and 10,000 lt boal lift on 45-lool dock. Beaulliul heated pool with spa. Large family room with pass through wet bar 1t pool. Perfect lor family or entertaining. $920.000. MvLS# 518063 kI. LOCATED AT THE TIP OF ANNA MARrA ISLAND on the west coast ol Florida. 4BR3 5BA, office'den, parking and storage galore, laculous kitchen. lurnished and ready to mc.ve ir. almost 5,000st with stunning Gull and beach views .3,199,000. MLS# 516110 Rid ard Fwrman DIRECTBAYFRONTHOMEwvrihlantas.rc viewsfrum almosievery room and a spacious ierior Hardtwood M GaJerro floorsinlivingarea HugemasterbartwithJacuzzitub. p Pnrivale, tropical landscaped yard, heated pool, and dock with 10,0) Ib uatl it. Tnis nomeis gorgeous. a must-see! $1,495,000 MLS* 522221. __- PERICO BAY CLUB: Greal views, greal ptice fro Terrific views ol ihe Esluary and tropical birds from your lanal and living room Many upgrades IK Second floor private entry in a pristine, gated club community Only ?eo miles to beaulflul Gull a Teaches 295,000. MLS# 518110. kalhkon Wldlf 'Ic,,i GalOcio J t. ,.... .....ri. f SIAM GARDENS RESORT Is now nering you The u iurv ot vyur own Island retroeal an a unique investment Only twelve remaining suilies. Beneill from annual ancime and real estate apprecialloMa aSnd spend lom relaxing on the preisigJiiu nngorth end c beauilul Anna Maria island n a lush *l Gl exoics getting From 51 110.000. exotic iethng From $210.000. #1 in sales on A inn a N f -at-1r1 ,3sfl d J E a j --a n t f To e. e all o f cl u r jYSt 'ntjT p Lai P-od OF a U, I p Fr rk Daw, Lu Blandiamd E.- 1 Meituda Boidea Mvani, CA tendc FiFld"r ~L i I~-IC. r ----e i -~L ICL -LL~C-CIC~ I ~hb~hFII L61~ ~. r --- 'i " ' ' :,-.i ---:.......;..~ .:-- :: i..-i~. ;.. -.... .~ ~- -e 20-B M FEB. 15. 2006 M THE ISLANDER WAGNER REALTY Bringing People Hne Since 1939 2217 GULF DR. N. BRADENTON BEACH f941) 778-2246 (800) 211-2323 e-mail: ami@wagnerrealty.com www.wagnerrealty.com 'Fea itrcd '1roperties af tie V eek 77- - -'--- .-A- wr-aMWwn I RUNAWAY BAY CONDOS S. -, Now available several 1 -.. .. .or 2BR units, Bayfront, -. ..: .- .-... .. | pool side and olher views. :.,- ..- Some updated. Phone otr ," 0-0 d- .' 77-Z- .' .;- details. On-site rentals. - (941 ) 778-2246. Priced j 7-: $349.000-$494,000. TIDY ISLAND EXCLUSIVE horesiles. Island resort lifestyle along beautiful Sarasota Bay.This site has a park-like selling facing a pro- tected nature preserve, so peaceful! Shannon Persaud. (941) 727-2800. ff508465. Starting at $250,000. =1RMMPqmw-P ---0- --AFN B~~~Ltaswii~;;~-~=-.~~ -i m~awm a *"-1 - .. ISLANDTOWNHOMES Four spacious town homes with unoOsrrucied views of the Gull. Each upgraded unit offers 2BR/2BA. Open floor plan. Four balconies. Furnished. Dave Moyninan. (941) 778-2246. 1511527. 53,200,000. PANORAMIC VIEWS OF TAMPA BAY Intracoastal to Skyway Bridge. 2BR,2BA Sone-car garage townhouse wilh fireplace, private dock, deeded boat ramp, elevator, rooftop sundeck with %et bar and hot Stub, pool.. Beverly Moore or Jo Warren. (941) 778-2246.4A518822. $975,000 A RARE FIND! Anna Maria Uulllront lot. Becky Smith or Ell Starret. (9411 778-2246 4504998.$2,000,000. . 'f -t. .-.j '" CORAL SHORES Lovely 3BR/2BA home on deep saltwater canal. .1890st +;-, new pool, dock, covered boat lift and many more eras! Anne Miller. t9-111 778-2246 #515655:$850,000. - "_ -- . ISLAND WATERFRONT LOT Rare waler. front lot with ouIslanding bay views and protected dockage Localed in quiel area ol Holmes Beach with short walk to beach. Lot is cleared Dave Moynrian 19411 778-2246. #516981.$1 295 000. *' Ii .r Ir -" GULFFRONTCONDO Desirable and comly, beautllul beach, convenient torshopping and line dining Excellent for Inveslors or year round horre. Jo Warren or Beverly Moore. 19411 778-2246. #521717 $819,000. ENJOY RISES AND SUNSETS Stroll sugar- white beaches or enjoy ihe view Irom your direct Irorn lanai. Experience Island charm in beautiful end unit. Karen Day. (941) 778-2246 #522078. $999,000. DIRECT GULFFRONT Fabulous Gulf vrew' Furnished 2BR/2BA top floor end unl with additional windows. Covered parking and greal walking beach. Weekly rental OK. Dave Moynihan (9411 778-2216. #513253. $989,500. KEY WEST NORTH Gulf views from this LIFE IS GOOD when white sand beaches lurnished2BR'2BAunit 1,449s1, builtin 1999 are only steps from your door and hiis four-unit complex offers healed pool, your home. is a pristine 2BR/2BA condo secured elevator, central vacuum and custom in a beachfront complex Karen Day lealures. Weekly rentalOK Dave Moyrnhan. 1941) 778-2246 #512655 $739:000. (9411 778-2246, 9517977.$799,900 BOATERS PARADISE 10.000 pound lilt TROPICALWATERFRONTWe.lrrmai nlaned private dock, sallwater canal, minutes from 3BR'2BA on large lo1 wlith 173 ftiot canal Gull Shopping restaurants and more fnronage Private, tropical seating wihn Furnished Joe Corbo. (941 1 778-2246. private oc3ai dock Minute tlo Gulf beacnes #519236 $649.000. Da,,e Moyninan (9411) 78-2246. #519012 $629,900. rww v -w :- ___-_ _ _ SNEAD ISLAND WATERFRONT This new OFFICE FOR SALE Holmes Beach Ideal SHOREWALK CONDOS Three to choose lis;ng lias 3BRi'BA. two-car garage and ior small business, gr...un.~i oi:. has one-car Irm,rr All 2BR.'2BA. furnished. Spectacular laimr lroom PropertyhakisoverEdtboardoc Qara.e and 1i.2 bath. Stluio apartment lake views. Great rental opportunities. and 5.000 Ib lift Easy to show and a short upelairs with kitchenente and lull bath Close to shops and restaurants. Minutes to dislancetoBradernonYachtClub.OavidTylei wllh sriower Becky/ Smith or ElIt Starren Anna Maria beaches. From Roger Marquis 1941) 722-2246 #521916 $596.000. 778-2246 a512811 $210000. 1941) 727-2800 #518"75 $199,000 ~---~K--- F--------- -- - |