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Table of Contents
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    Section B
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    Section B: Islander Classifieds
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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


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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


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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.
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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
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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
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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


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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:
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'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.


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Angela Dunbar, the ex-owner of the now
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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.


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(;-A E FEB. 15. 2006 M THE ISLANDER


Opinion


Do it now
$70,000 extra to get the damn pipes off the beach?
That's the word from Goodloe Marine, the com-
pany contracted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to
renourish the beaches of Anna Maria Island.
That price comes after two stagnant months on a proj-
ect that was slated to be completed in November.
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
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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

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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


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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.


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pose a problem as it is zoned for mixed uses.
Garrett will bring his findings to the commission's
March 9 workshop for further discussion on the sign
ordinance.

Site-plan ordinance fine-tuning
The commission spent more than an hour discuss-
ing revisions to the site-plan ordinance that would limit
preliminary approval of a site plan to six months, unless
the commission grants an extension before the six-
month expiration date.
The commission was primarily concerned, how-
ever, with an ordinance provision that would allow the
city administration to give final site-plan approval, once
all conditions were met.
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
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2006. Shuttles will run 9 a.m.-
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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.
The shuttles will run between Cortez and the
Coquina Beach parking lot, and Sugg Middle School,
3801 59th St. W., just east off Cortez Road.


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Save Anna Maria to elect
officers Saturday
The Save Anna Maria organization will elect 2006
officers and hear of the rising sea level at a meeting at
10:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 18.
The meeting will be at the Island Branch Library,
5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Dr. Ernie Estevez
of Mote Marine Laboratory will discuss the implica-
tions for the Island of the rising sea level.
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
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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.


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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.


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Holmes Beach offers

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water improvement
The Holmes Beach Parks and Beautification Com-
mittee will ibst an environmental-forum- lnicJ L Link-
ages: land, water, bay," focusing on the relationship
between residential landscaping, fertilizers and water
quality from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 22, at Holmes
Beach City Hall.
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-
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The handmade quilt that is the "star" raffle prize
of the Anna Maria Island Community Center Tour
of Homes annually, shown last week at the Island
Branch Library, is titled "Paradise Found" this year.
The quilt will be on display and prize tickets will be
sold at the Holmes Beach Publix Super Market Feb.
15, 17, 22 and 25, and Marc 1, 4, 8 and 11. Shown
here with the quilt, left to right, are the two designers,
Joan Pettigrew and Penny Reinholtz, and library aide
Mary Ellen Sabo. The drawing is held the day of the
home tour, March 18. 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.

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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,
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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

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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.
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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.
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of Holmes Beach gathered
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.. j where they reflected on
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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
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Streetlife


Old texts found in school auditorium


Island police reports
Anna Maria City
No reports.

Bradenton Beach
Jan. 30, 301 Gulf Drive S., Shell Land, theft. A
manager reported the night deposit bag missing.
Jan. 30, 111 Seventh St. N., Jesse's Bar, bur-
glary. The owner of the bar reported that the back
door had been forced open and money stolen from
the register.
Feb. 7, Second Street and Bay Drive North, drug
arrest. Joseph Russell, 30, of Bradenton Beach, was
stopped for driving through a stop sign. 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.


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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.


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Pierce also found a copy of "Zigger the Pet Cha-
meleon" by Genevieve Gullahom, which was published
in 1956 and dedicated by the author "for her kids true
life adventures with Zigger."
"Al Alligator and How He Learned to Play Banjo"
by W. J. Pat Enright and published in 1947 was also
among the dusty treasures found by Pierce.
More recent science book and health education
books along with a black-and-white pennant printed
with "Anna Maria Island School" round out Pierce's
discoveries.
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
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String," which was
published in 1943,
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10:30 a.m.- Longboat-Lido-St. Armand Keys Chamber
of Commerce networking luncheon at the Sun House Res-
taurant, 111 Gulf Drive S., Bradenton Beach. Information:
383-2466. 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.
6 to 7:30 p.m. Parent support group at the Anna Maria
Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria.
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
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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.

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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
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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

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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.
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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.


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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,


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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
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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
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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


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allowed me to do my part for the war."
Just another member of the Greatest Generation.

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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.


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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
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City commissioners hope to utilize the feature at
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local funds become available for such a waterborne
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Boating safety program under way
Flotilla 81, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, is offer-
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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.
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Interested persons may call the Center's
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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
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year and underwent chemotherapy treatment just last
week, but she doesn't let that get her or her voice
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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?
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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


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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.
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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."
This is weird, though: When they covered one nos-
tril, "the rats lost their ability, showing that they need
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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.
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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
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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?

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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.


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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
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Sports
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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

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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
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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.


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$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
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Hooked on racing
S Mickey Hooke enjoys the
i 44th Annual Rolex 24

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5-K Run, afundraiser

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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.


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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







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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

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Island Shopping Center 5402 Marina Drive
Holmes Beach, Florida 34217 www.suncoastinc.com


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EXCEPTIONAL NEWER 3BR/3BA. Heated pool,
cathedral ceilings, sleeps eight comfortably. Located
in coveted Jones subdivision. Turnkey furnished.
$899,000.


HUGE TWO FAMILY
Wonderful floor plan.
Almost 3,000 sf.
2BR/2BA each floor.
Views of Gulf and bay.
Large verandas for sipping
mint juleps. Enjoy as is
or convert to large single
family in a great neighbor-
hood. $699,000.


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1935 BEACH COTTAGE Fully furnished cozy beach
cottage. Just steps to either the bay or the Gulf. A must
see charmer that even has a separate guest cottage.
$575,000.


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KEY ROYALE Faces bayou. Remodeled 3BR/2BA, tile
throughout, new carpet in bedrooms, new appliances,
ri',.. Iiit,-ihen and bathrooms. Canal end. Very large lot
for e..l_,ari,:., or pool. $795,000.


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GULIFFKUN P1 IIVAT E
HOME with broad vista.
This 3BR/2BA home fea-
tures a three-car garage,
turnkey furnished, dumb
waiter and a heated pool.
$1,950,000. An addi-
tional five other private
Gulffront homes to choose
from.


MANGROVE VIEWS ... Adorable, affordable 2BR/2BA
condo just steps to shopping and restaurants. 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.


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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
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941 778-0455 Ken Ja
9906 Gulf Drive Kathy
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Geeraerts, 778-0072
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Mitchell, 778-1952


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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
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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


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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
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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.






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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


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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.


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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-
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ties o mention them all here. Call for your sunsets. Call for your showing. Offered at
showing. Offered at $950,000. $849,000.
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witheverything new!Terrificlocation, only Ready for your enjoyment. Pool and
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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.


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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.

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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.



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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.


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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.


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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.


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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
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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
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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.


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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
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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.
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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.


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ISLAND pied-a-terre on
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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.


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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
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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


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411 Pi nt, Anv M;iiia www.anislandplace.com


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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.


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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.

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Broker- Realtor roi
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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.




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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


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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-
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Seaplan. Two-car attached
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room. Two decks, plus
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CALL JOHN ZIRZOW 778-9171
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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
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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.


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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
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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.
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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
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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
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NEW TOWNHOME Very spacious
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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
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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
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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. Cherokee Mountain Realty, GMAC Real
Estate, Murphy www.cherokeemountainrealty.com.
Call for free brochure, (800) 841-5868.


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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.

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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.
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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
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brign[ and extremely well-maintained A
must see! $655.000. MLS# 518538.


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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
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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


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office'den, parking and storage galore, laculous
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BRADENTON BEACH
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horesiles. Island resort
lifestyle along beautiful
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(941) 727-2800. ff508465.
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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
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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.


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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.


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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.


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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


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