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SSkimming the news ... Anna Maria Island map inside, page 14. Anna Maria IThe Islandler First-day pledge! page 9 "The Best News on Anna Maria Island Since 1992" www.islander.org Volume 14, No. 40 Aug. 9, 2006 * FREE County acts to ease Island tax burden -By Jim Hanson Islander Reporter Some Island accommodation owners would have a chance to put off the worst of their crippling tax burden under a new ordinance ordered for Manatee County. Last week, county commissioners told their senior assistant attorney to draft an ordinance that would let Island motel and hotel owners apply for a deferral of payment of taxes that are increased by more than 5 percent a year. The increased tax would not be paid until the property is sold. Don Schroder, president of the Coalition Against Runaway Taxation, said the commission's action is "most pleasing" to CART and accommodations owners. "It's .the first step in what we can do without chang- ing state law in Tallahassee," he said. That state effort begins at once. He and Ashok Sawe, owner of Pine Tree Villas and vice president of CART, let the commission know of the dire condition of motel and hotel operators on the Island, Longboat Key and in Cortez - one who paid $2,000 in taxes in 2000 U Key Royale Bridge work begins Preparations are under way for the Florida Deparonent of Transportation's replacement of the Key Rovale Bridge, the onlv link to the mainland for residents of Key Royale and members who use the golf course and facilities of the Key Royale Club. The bridge is now limited to one-way vehicle traffic with a signal. DOT has said. that the canal under'the bridge will likely be closed to boat traffic for between nine and 12 months during construction. DOT has "tentatively" pledged $3.9 million in its 2007-08 budget to return to Holmes Beach, which is borrowing the money and paying. interest to get the project started in advance of DOT's plan. Islander Photos: Bonner Joy GSR Development puts blami B3 Rick Catlin S ulandei Reporter Financially troubled GSR Development LLC may not be financially strapped after all, at least according to the company's statement of financial affairs filed in federal bankruptcy court Aug. 2. In fact, according to the company, GSR has assets with a retail ' alue of $45.28 million against debts of just $33.38 million. The blame, according the case management study submitted to the court by GSR attorney Richard Prosser on July 31, falls on GSR minority partner Ed Furfey of New Jersey. GSR alleges that prior to the bankruptcy petition, Furfey "commenced litigation against GSR asserting right of first refusal relating to the Villa Rosa subdivi- sion. "This litigation," wrote Prosser, "prevented GSR from closing on a contract for the purchase and sale of the Villa Rosa subdivision and certain other properties to a third party." Because of Furfey's action, however, GSR was unable to "close the sale and to receive the net pro- ceeds." As a result, GSR was "unable to fund its opera- tions and subsequently defaulted on its obligations to lenders. Because the defaults were not cured, several has a bill for $74,000 this year. The Island has lost perhaps one-third of its hotel and motel beds since 2000, Schroder said. He is also' the president of the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce. The fault lies in the method of calculating taxes, he said. The tax now is assessed on the "highest and best use" of a property, whereas he and CART want it to be assessed on the income the property generates. County Commission Chairman Joe McClash and PLEASE SEE MOTELS, NEXT PAGE 'Insurance crisis' meeting Friday with Galvano, Florida's insurance chief Islanders are invited to a special meeting at 4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 11, at Holmes Beach City Hall, to hear a discussion of the "insurance crisis in Florida" by Kevin McCarty, head of the state's office of insur- ance regulation. The meeting is being hosted by State Rep. Bill Gal- vano, R-Bradenton. According to Galvano, "McCarty will discuss the, current insurance crisis and explain variouss remedies that have been proposed. Possible solutions range from the creation of an institution to provide reinsurance to insurance carriers to enable the companies to write more business in the state to the creation of an institu- tion which could directly write insurance policies.". Galvano sent McCarty a letter on May 23, request-, ing that he implement a joint under writing plan by department rule and in accordance with Florida Stat- ute. The JUA would have allotted insurers to write commercial property insurance to persons with risks who are in good faith entitled, but unable to obtain such property or casualty insurance coverage through the voluntary market. On Aug. 1, the Florida Cabinet voted unanimously to have the Office of Insurance Regulation begin the rulemaking process creating the JUA. The meeting is open to the public at city hall, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Homeowners are also invited to offer their thoughts about the insurance issue to The Islander. How much has you insurance increased in the past few years? Are you able to retain an insurer? Have the premiums reached a level so excessive that you have dropped your policy, going "bare" this hurricane season? E-mail your thoughts to news@islander.org, or mail to The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach FL 34217. a on partner lenders filed foreclosure actions." Synovus Bank had a foreclosure action scheduled July 14 against GSR to appoint a receiver to take control of one of GSR's properties. To prevent the appointment of that receiver, GSR filed its voluntary bankruptcy petition July 13.. The case management summary also alleges that Furfey held only 22 percent of the company shares PLEASE SEE GSR, NEXT PAGE TOP NOTCH PHOTO GRAND PRIZE WINNER INSIDE I et --- '-~ ~4LL~Cb~L~T~ � I~ ~ ug - 2 E AUG. 9, 2006 U THE ISLANDER Motels on Island get reprieve? CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 the county's senior assistant attorney, Pat McVoy, drafted language stipulations, Schroder said, that could make the case statewide if adopted by the legislature. The commission's action last week would put a 5 percent limit on a year's tax increase for such proper- .ties, similar to the 3 percent limit on tax increases for residential properties under the Homestead Act. Taxes above a 5 percent increase in a year would be deferred and charged interest similar to a loan, if the accommo- dation owner applies for such treatment. The county tax appraiser would base his appraisal on a property's 2002 or 2003 value plus 5 percent increase each year. If the legislation is passed in Tallahassee, there will be no further need for limitations such as Manatee County ordered. "We are doing the best we can under what the law ,permits," said Commissioner Jane von Hahmann, who lives in Cortez and is this area's commissioner. "This proposal would apply only to accommodations on Anna Maria, Longboat Key and Cortez, but we will look into prospects for expansion." GSR Development fights back CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 and was not a member of the management committee, which consists of GSR's main principals, Robert Byrne and Steve Noriega. Byrne and Noriega managed the business affairs of the company and neither received a salary from the company, the summary alleges. The company also claimed that it lost $334,400 in 2004 and $774,283 in 2005. GSR also submitted a new list of unsecured creditors to the court and is now disputing the $600,000 it originally said it owed to Island businessman Kent Davis, the former owner of the Siam Garden Resort in Anna Maria. The first hearing on the petition is scheduled for 2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 9, while a hearing on individual assets is set for 1:30 p.m. Aug. 16 and another GSR- related hearing is at 2 p.m. the same day. All hearings related to the GSR bankruptcy petition will be at the fed- eral bankruptcy court at 601 N. Florida Ave., in Tampa. Dead loggerhead washes -on . ' "shore Kevin Fitzgerald of Holmes Beach caught the crowd surrounding this dead logger- head turtle that " washed up on the beach at approxi- ., mately 34th .".Street in Holmes Beach on July 30. Its cause of death was unknown. Turtles still at it, but lull expected By Jim Hanson Islander Reporter The sea turtles are still nesting ahead of recent years' rates on Anna Maria Island, but a lull is antici- pated this week. Nests of mostly loggerheads totaled 117 early this week, highest total since 2003, said Suzi Fox, who holds the state marine turtle preservation permit and heads the Island's Turtle Watch. Turtles waddle ashore at night, dig down a couple of feet into the sand, deposit 100 or so eggs, cover them with sand and let that warm sand and sun incubate the eggs. The entire process has been calculated at 55 days, but now the rate seems more like 60 days, Fox said. This will stretch out the normally accepted hatch time and put a few extra days in the turtle calendar this week, she said. Many nests are due to hatch next week and the week after, though. Eight nests have hatched thus far on Island beaches, some of them relocated by human rescuers during Trop- ical Storm Alberto in early July. That's a good record, Fox said, because it's difficult to rescue eggs that are floating around in a battering surf, put them in new manmade nests and hope for the best. "The Island Turtle Watch volunteers are among the very few in the state that go out in the surf during storms and grab the eggs of flooded nests before they can float away to sea," she said. Along with the 117 nests so far are 82 "false crawls," zipper-like tracks left by mother turtles that came out of the Gulf to lay their eggs but for some reason change their minds and go back to sea without. completing their mission. Normally there are as many false crawls as nests, so the record this year is consid- ered good. She is getting nervous about lights on the beach, Fox said, despite the good performance so far by Gulfside dwellers. Baby turtles are instinct% el attracted to light, normally the sparkle of the sea's surface, but upland lights attract the hatchlings as well. Such lights often lure babies to dry land and death from dehydration. So Fox is asking real estate agents to be especially careful with informing the tenants of rental properties along the beach, to instruct the visitors on the perils of lights carelessly left on that may be visible from turtle- eye level on the beach. The soul of Europe the he of Ant Maria Islan exceptional Cuisine #lass Wine gque rs & Ales r monday - Friday :30pm to 6:30pm y Hors D'oeuvres Drink Specials e~~L~C~ ~ In addition to Beef Wellington, Potato-Crusted Grouper, Bouillabaisse, Veal:Marsala and Rack of Lamb, we're serving up live music! - Wednesday, jazz pianist Tom Benjamin. Thursday, BISTRO JAZZ TRIO. 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That's the word from Dan Burden, a "walkable communities" consultant who addressed about 20 people during a seminar last week sponsored in part by the Waterfront: Accessible, Viable, Environmental and Sustainable committee, a part of the Waterfronts Florida program. The Gulf Drive corridor in Bradenton Beach, and indeed most of the rest of the Island, is 50 feet wide. By the time you factor in two 12-foot-wide traffic lanes for cars, 4 feet or more per side for bikers, a 6-foot-or-so sidewalk per side, plus landscaping and lighting and other amenities, you're considering a stretch of activities in what isn't presently much more than pavement. Burden said there is absolutely no money available for picking up any additional easements of property; from either state or federal coffers, so it's time to start thinking creatively. His suggestion: Narrow the travel lanes on Gulf Drive to 10 feet, giving more space for bikers, pedes- trians and landscaping. Narrower lanes for vehicles are becoming more in vogue among transportation officials both in Florida and throughout the country, Burden said. The narrower lanes can easily accommodate vehicles, as long as the extra space is allocated to bike lanes so that fire trucks or other emergency vehicles can have access through stalled traffic. Another advantage to the narrow-lane concept is a reduction in speed of traffic - a good thing in a high pedestrian area, such as Bradenton Beach - and an increase in capacity of vehicles. That apparent contradiction of s.lomer-speed, more-cars-is resolved by sim ple consideration, Burden explained. "The slower you drive, the less space you need between cars and the more capacity there is," he said. "The best picture is to have all the speeds set at 25 mph, or 30 mph, but 25 mph is the best posting." Slower drivers are also more inclined to allow other cars to pull out in front of them. Burden added. He is no stranger to Bradenton Beach, or Anna Maria Island for that matter. Burden did the design work forj the city's roundabout at Gulf Drive and Bridge Street, the first such traffic circle on a state highway in Florida.. . '"Despite some mistakes, it's still one of the safest intersections in Florida," he said with some pride. Mistakes? The central brick apron in the roundabout ended up being level with the surrounding pavement after construction was completed, Burden noted, but it was designed to be ele\ ated 3 inches to encourage motorists 4 4" 4*^"i.' ,* ,' ,',l=:. i ,- .':^ " . '-, ,' -. ^ *^ ^ r-!-, ^ ,. , ^ : ,_, ':^ -",, / / Top Notch The grand prize winner from among six weekly award-winning photos in the 2006 "Top Notch" Islander photo contest is 'Hermit' by Kim Klement of Bradenton. Her shot was the first winner on June 28 and was taken at Andros Island in the Bahamas in May. She can claim her grand prize, including $100 from The Islander, a dining certificate from Ooh La La! Bistro, a bottle of champagne from Anna Maria Island Liquor and Wine, dinner for two at a Chiles Group Restaurant and framing of the winning photo by Decor and More. Congratu- lations to all the winners ... and be watching next week for our featured runnersup. to swerve "around" the circle rather than drive through the intersection. That mistake will be remedied soon as the city revamps several intersections in the historic old-town area of the city. Another problem with the roundabout, Burden said, is the placement of the pedestrian crosswalks some distance from the roundabout, causing potential prob- lems. There is also an initial lack of "yield" pavement markings on the travel lane approaches to the intersec- tion, another matter that was later corrected and will be improved with upcoming improvements to Gulf Drive in the city. "The prediction is that there will eventually be one roundabout for every 1,000 people," Burden said of nationwide studies, making Bradenton Beach defill tel.\ a trendsetter in the-"circle game." Burden offered a sle" of sugg es ions to allow motorists, bicyclists and ' alkeri to better co-e\ist in a narrow space such as the Gulf Dri e corridor. One idea that caused light bulbs to pop on over the heads of last week's seminar participants \\as something called "back-in angle parking." SAngle parking off roads, once spurned on state high\ a\ s b\ transportation officials, is becoming \, ..ue again, he said. A new idea for that old concept is the "back-in" principle, where the motorists pulls ahead of the angled space on the road\\ a\. then backs into it. Safety benefits are huge. When the dri\ er lea\ es the space, he or she can actually see the cars coming and find a space between them, rather than blindly) back- ing into the flow of traffic under current anglizations. Children and passengers have a door blocking them from the traffic flow under the ne\\ plan, unloading of trunk contents is closer to the side alk. and vehicles are actually tucked farther off the road\\ al since the rear of most vehicles is deeper than the front. Mark this! Day-bcacon makerr' are hbein replaced or repaired in Manatee County waters, including these at the entrance to the Holmes Beach boat basin, now including the Tidemark development. C-Scape Construction Inc. is contractor for the work, which includes markers in the Mana- S+,-- tee River and Palma Sola Bay, all part of a grant for navigational improvements through the county and the West S. ' . Coast Inland Navigation District. Islander Photo: .. ' .' Bonner Joy "There is also a slight reduction of crashes on angled parking," Burden added, versus parallel park- ing - often a bane for even a competent driver. And parking spaces are valuable commodities: He said that every parking space was pegged at having a value of $200,000. Beachfront parking would probably be more valuable. He said another new traffic trick is to have cross- walks at center islands on roads canted 45 degrees. The idea is to allow walkers to be angled to partially face the oncoming traffic before they dart into the traffic flow, further reducing vehicle-pedestrian "interactions." And don't forget the landscaping. Burden said that communities with extensive landscaping along road- \\ a\ s bring in 12 percent more revenue to shopkeepers than areas that are barren. "A tree returns $90,000 during its life to the com- munity," he said. Fuel for thought as fuel prices continue to rise. Meetings Anna Maria City Aug. 10, 7 p.m., city commission meeting. Anna Malaia City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, 708-6130. Bradenton Beach Aug. 10, 2 p.m., city commission work meeting on code enforcement board policy, procedures and new employee position. Aug. 10, 4 p.m., code enforcement board meeting. Aug. 16, 4 p.m., WAVES committee.meeting. Aug. 17, 1 p.m., city commission meeting. Bradenton Beach City Hall, 107 Gulf Drive N., 778-1005. Holmes Beach Aug. 10, 7 p.m., public hearing on comp plan. Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive, 708-5800. Of Interest Aug. 9, 1.1 a.m., Island Emergency Operations Center meeting, Fire Station No. 1, 6001 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Aug. 11, 4 p.m., special meeting on insurance issues at Holmes Beach City Hall. Special Note' Anna Maria City Hall will have limited office hours for the week of Aug. 7-10 to accommodate roof repairs. City hall will be open from 8-11 a.m. Aug. 7-10; office hours will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 11. Public works will not have a change in its busi- - ness hours. Hours of operation are subject to change as the work proceeds. ,2- 4 0 AUG. 9, 2006 N THE ISLANDER Hunters Hill development approved for Cortez By Jim Hanson Islander Reporter Without a discouraging word, Manatee County commissioners last week unanimously approved the Hunters Hill development in Cortez. The commission adopted the preliminary site plan for the upscale project along the north side of Cortez Road and east of 127th Street, which borders the water- front. The only comment from the public at the hearing came from Karen Bell, and she favored Hunters Hill. Developer is Peter Thurrell, who divides his time between his waterfront home in Cortez and his native Center finalizing construction contract By Diana Bogan SIslander Reporter The Anna Maria Island Community Center is in the process of finalizing its contract with Walbridge Aldinger, the construction company that will be build- ing the Center's new facility. Center Executive Director Pierrette Kelly antici- pates the start of construction in late August or early September. The process will begin with a complete teardown, including the gym, of the existing facility, she said. "I've been advised that once construction begins it will take nine to 10 months to complete the new building." The new facility will meet Federal Emergency Management Agency and state building codes, which meet or exceed Anna Maria's city codes, said Kelly. "This will allow the Center to be a station facility for the Red Cross and other agencies after a storm," she explained. The new building will stand up to Category 5 hurricane winds, featuring flood doors, a generator and Holmes Beach city hall renovations approved The Holmes Beach City Commission approved a bid from Valcourt Building Services for exterior reno- vations of city hall. The accepted bid is $35,250 and, according to super- intendent of public works Joe Duennes, the fee covers all exterior maintenance, including repainting, patching and filling cracks and addressing mold issues. Commissioner Sandy Haas-Martens noted that the money for the exterior maintenance had already been bud- geted for 2005-06 and commented that this type of main- tenance is commonly needed every seven or eight years. Thanks for the memories State Rep. Bill Galvano presented outgoing Anna . Maria Mayor SueLynn with a certificate of appre- ciation at the July 27 city commission meeting. The certificate honoring her nearly four and a half years of public service was approved and signed by the Florida House of Representatives. The two- term mayor recently decided not to seek re-election. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin Sweden, where he runs his pharmaceutical business. He put together 12.5 acres and named it Hunters Hill, from the original name of Cortez. He plans to build 36 single-family detached homes, a mixed-use building with six residential units over 7,000 square feet of retail space, relocate the boat- launching ramp there, and keep 37 boat slips. It was noted that the ramp would be closed to public use, reserved for the residents of Hunters Hill. Both main and secondary entrances will-be on Cortez Road. Mangroves will be preserved where they are on the north side of the canal and around the waterfront, and the old 130-boat Captain John's Marina eliminated. A new tidal pond will be created to provide flushing of the canals there and also provide a habitat for manatees and other wildlife. The county planning staff made a number of stipula- tions designed to further protect the environment, set up a hurricane evacuation plan, restricted use of the boat slips to the residents of the development, prohibited any other uses of the docks, and various other safeguards. Commissioner Jane von Hahmann, who will be a neighbor of the development, moved that the commission approve the site plan and it was adopted without dissent. Down, up, down, up This home on Dundee Lane in Key Royale is going though some serious changes. The original canalfront home was demolished, a new home partially constructed, then much of the top floor demolished again. "They started to build, got to the sheetrock stage, decided they didn't like the plan and tore it down to the lintel," Holmes Beach Superintendent Joe Duenes said. "It's the biggest waste of money I've seen in a long time," he added. The home is owned by St. Louis Cardinals third-baseman Scott Rolen. Islander Photo: Bonner Joy a kitchen with gas utilities. This will allow the Center to meet the needs of the community after a natural disaster, a decision made by the Center's board of directors. Kelly noted that the estimated cost of the new facil- ity has increased since January 2005 from $3 million to a little more than $4 million. This, she said, is due to rising costs of concrete block, copper, steel and cement since there has been an increase in demand of products by people rebuilding hurricane damaged homes. Kelly said the Center has raised $2.5 million and Northern Trust Bank will help bridge the Center's finances while it works to raise an additional $2 million. In preparation for the start of construction, the Cen- ter's teen programs have moved to the public works facilities in Holmes Beach. Anna Maria Elementary School will host the before- and after-school programs, and adult programs will take place at St. Bernard Cath- olic Church in Holmes Beach. Work begins in earnest Deck, piling and structural improvements have been OK'd for the Bradenton Beach City Pier. City commissioners last week awarded Wood Dock and Seawall of Cortez a $199,730 contract to demolish the restaurant structure at the pier on Bridge Street at Anna Maria Sound. The company, headed by Brian Wood, will also remove 44 concrete pilings under the structure, install new wood pilings, and replace the decking. The restaurant was badly damaged in 2004 by Hurricane.Frances. Subsequent inspections revealed the pilings were badly deteriorated and needed to be replaced. Building official Ed Mc Adam said the work should start this week, with demolition of the structure - the portion where the restaurant is located - slated for next week. All work should be completed by September, he said, keeping the project on schedule for its May 2007 opening. Mc Adam also said that negotiations are under way with the Russell family to operate the pier restaurant. The Russells, of Rotten Ralph's fame in Anna Maria at Galati Marine, received the contract to run the franchise at the pier after top bidder Harry Christensen of Harry's Continental Kitchens dropped out of the running. The Center administration offices will work in a mobile unit at St. Bernard beginning in mid-August. The new facility will be two-stories with 21st cen- tury features, said Kelly. The second floor will pro- vide space for teen programs and the construction team is working to provide a new gymnasium with better acoustics and make is a multi-use space. Kelly said there are still naming opportunities for some facilities. For example the Bradenton Rotary Club has provided a grant for the Center to build a wheel- chair accessible playground, and the Manatee County Junior League has adopted the two counseling rooms, which it plans to furnish. Kelly said the Center will kick off a community campaign soon and a groundbreaking ceremony will be scheduled for the end of September or early October after the site has been cleared. For more information, call 778-1908. at Bradenton Beach pier Scheduling couldn't be better for the Russells: their contract with Galati Marine for Rotten Ralph's is sched: uled to expire in April, when the marina operators plan to extensively remodel that establishment. The work there is scheduled to take many months, and it is antici- pated that a new operator will take over that location. The Rotten Ralph's of Bradenton Beach will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week, offering an "old Florida feel and decor with a casual, relaxed atmosphere," according to Dave Russell. Roof work begins, rain pours in The business hours at Anna Maria city hall are shorter during this week to accommodate replacing the facility's roof. But preliminary work left city hall with a tor- rent of water pouring in from above on Sunday. The mayor emphasized that no records or computers were damaged. Hours are 8 to 11 a.m. through Thursday, and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 11. Public works, however, will maintain normal business hours. Anna Maria city hall is located at 10005 Gulf Drive. For more information, call 708-1631. THE ISLANDER M AUG. 9, 2006 U 5 R lo an n( r SAM, von Hahmann roundtable discussion Sa\ e Anna MNlari Inc. was host to a roundtable dis- cussion between a handful of summer members and Nlanatee Couni\ Commissioner Jane. von Hahmann Satturda. at the Island Branch Library meeting room. \on Hahmann's first offered some advice: "Let me tell you about my job. I know this much (holding up two fingers about an inch apart) about thousands of things .... I can tell you my opinions, but I may not have spe- cific answers for you today," she said, and then offered to e-mail or call anyone who wanted to know more. Topics ranged from the traffic message signs, which have been in the works for years, to development and transportation issues. Von Hahmann said the message signs intended to alert drivers to traffic and bridge problems on the Island are expected to be in operation by "spring or later of next year. She noted the signs are a project of the area Metropolitan Planning Organization in cooperation with the county. Nancy Deal of SAM remarked on development, the endless, overwhelming development in the county and that no one seems to listen to citizens concerns. Von Hahmann said, "First you have to understand, over 70 percent of vacant land is in unincorporated areas. What we have a problem with is the laws that state people have a right to use their land. In 1989, we set density levels on those properties that we thought would be acceptable, providing for utilities, transporta- tion and public safety. "I'm here to tell you right now, much like island governments, if they meet the letter of the law, you can't tell them 'no' without finding yourself in court. We are trying to do our best to force developers to be good neighbors. "We have the 'perfect storm' for transportation," she said. "No one could have seen the growth and the amount of growth coming." She added that in her five years on the commission, she's seeing now a slowdown on requests for land-use approvals, but in six to eight months, she's expecting four to six large developments to come to us for north county projects. "We're trying to focus on how we can better control what happens ... greenway trails, protecting green ham- Matthews to the rescue Justin Matthews of Matthews Wildlife Rescue got an anonymous call Thursday morning alerting him that a large snake was resting under an Australian pine tree at Coquina Beach. The snake was, in fact, waiting for him at the location described, and he collected it in a pillow case to take back to his rescue facility. Matthews said that if the red tail boa, about 6 feet long, isn't claimed, he'll utilize it for educational purposes. To claim the snake, call 941-447-5369. mocks, true protection of trees," von Hahmann said. As for the Island's growing pressure on limited recreation facilities, Billie Martini said, "We're get- ting the brundt of it. There must be places [east county residents] can swim or ride horses. "But," von Hahmann responded, "We can't create another Gulf of Mexico." 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H SET New pitfall befalls historic Cortez project By Jim Hanson "This" is the $16,000 in unexpected utility-moving Islander Reporter costs, compared with the $2,500 quoted earlier. The "It's a real heartbreaker, so late in the game," said suddenly blooming figure is the price now for Verizon, oger Allen. "To have come this far and have done this $10,000, and Cingular, $6,000, to drop their wires along )ng agonizing soft-shoe dance for all the permitting the moving route for the old Burton store in Cortez. nd variances and extensions of the Selby grant, and The historic store is to be moved from near the Coast ow this." Guard station to the old school's grounds as an adjunct to the Florida Maritime Museum the school will house. The store started life attached to the Albion Inn that the Coast Guard tore down to build Station Cortez on the site. The store was then rescued from demolition by the Cortez Village Historical Society and plans were formed to be rehabilitate it as a historic preservation project. It was all to have been done with a $68,000 grant from the William Selby Foundation and a community develop- ment block grant of $60,000. So far, so good. But there is no money left to finance the newest cost for removal of the Verizon/Cingular wire obstacle, Allen said. He can only work on donations now, for the cycle for making grants is too far along to accommodate any new money. He will be scrounging donations from fans of the historic fishing village and its efforts to restore itself. Meanwhile, the pilings are in place to support the old store and great 12-by-12-inch timbers will be going in this week atop the pilings to form the foundation for ,irst of the pilings is insi1t,,1d for the Burton st, ,, c on the old building. he old school grounds in Cortez. Roger Allen, his- Breit Jo hn-on will do the actual moving of the build- oric site mauer i h.�ft1.,, itlh Toi Szush of Ardamen ing, under the overall direction of TriTech Co. of Braden- ngineering. Islandcri Ph,;t: Bub Pitt ton, once overhead utility relocation funds are secured. F th t E Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, ELCA WILLS * TRUSTS * ESTATES JAY HILL Attorney-at-Law 778-4745 Anna Maria, Florida SELKA PHOTOGRAPHIC mi78,2711 ,ELI 6 0 AUG. 9, 2006 TIHE ISLANDER Island style? Cool For those special few who have not ventured beyond their air conditioning in the past few weeks, it is indeed the Dog Days of Summer out there. People are dropping like heat-stunned flies across the United States and in Europe. Temperatures reached record levels all across the midwest and northeast states last week. Imagine 101 degrees in Denver, Colo., the mile- high city! Europe hasn't been much better, with temps in the mid-90s in many locations. When you factor in a lack of AC in those parts of the world, you've got a real crisis situation. Summer is a traditional vacation time for most of us. We've got friends who are traveling all over the world right now: France, England, Turkey for some, Michigan, Connecticut, Indiana and Alaska for others. And you know that heat is a problem when you check global temperatures and realize that it's actually cooler on Anna Maria Island than it is in usually moderate England or some of those other enticing vacation destinations. One friend just returned from Istanbul. He said that the heat levels this summer have been the highest they've ever recorded. That isn't all that surprising, considering we're breaking records daily across most of the States, but official U.S. records only date back about 150 years. Istanbul has been keeping daily records for 500 years. "Global warming!" you say? Could be. There is a growing trend among meteo- rologists to cite an increase in fossil fuel emissions as the cause for a general rise in temperatures across the world. There are naysayers, of course, who point out that the "global warming crisis" has actually been going on for 1,000 years, and we're just now picking up on it. But it's hard to blow off the global warming issue when you hear of a friend who took a cruise in Alaskan waters and couldn't get close to one of the highlights of the trip, a gla- cier, because of icebergs melting. The cruise ship couldn't get close to the glacier because the ice was melting. What to do to stay cool when the "dog" starts to bark? Shedding is a good start. Suits and ties, pantyhose and power suits are not a part of the Island's laidback lifestyle, rightly so. Our style should and could be adopted elsewhere in the work place. Years ago, the then-mayor of Sarasota got some good- natured ribbing for instituting a relaxed dress code for summer for city employees. It was more likely a cause to wear some of his plethora of Hawaiian shirts to meetings. But it was funny to watch all the department heads start breaking out their own funky shirts and cool cotton. Air conditioning at city hall rose a few degrees to accom- modate the shedding of clothes, energy was saved, people were more happy, productivity rose. Let the Island lifestyle rule! SLICK Dog Days of Summer By Egan I miss Anna Maria Island By Lynne Hough Special to The Islander Someone moved the sun. An obvious assumption after arriving at the beach in Northwest Florida 10 years ago and finding the sunset, well ... not there. There was no ball of fire staring baclk at me from the Gulf of Mexico. I really missed those last few sec- onds watching the sun disappear behind the horizon, when only the outside edge is able to hang on-until it too gives way to orbital pressure. I'm not an ignorant person, but I lived on Anna Maria Island most of my life and took for granted the award-winning sunsets that punctuate the day., So- here, in Northwest Florida, where the Gulf is to the south and not the west, like in Bradenton Beach, well ... I lost my sense of direction. It's just not the .same when the sun sets over your shoulder as you walk the beach. Unless waves do it for you, there's nothing to sit and watch as night takes over. , But in Manatee County, it's everywhere, all along the coastline, opportunities abound for reflection. As a photographer, shooting photos of the sunset in Santa Rosa.County means racing to find a lake if the clouds and sun are photo-worthy on any particular evening. Catching the sun over the Gulf is not an option unless you visit Fort Pickens, located on the "end" of Pensacola Beach. Right now, that is not possible because Hurricane Dennis destroyed the road and much of the fort. Navarre Beach is the Gulffront area here: Pensacola Beach is to the west, and Destin is to the east. The beaches in Northwest Florida have dunes - many of which had to be rebuilt after numerous direct hits from hurricanes during the past 10 years. People who live here are very proud of the beaches. There is a renourishment program going on right now to correct and enhance what Mother Nature changed. I haven't told anyone up here about Manatee County or Sarasota beaches. If they saw the beaches along Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key, they would be depressed. While both areas are located along the Gulf of Mexico, it's very different here. What they think is white sand here does not compare to what is enjoyed along the western Gulf coast. But there's no telling anyone anything. I decided a long time ago not to push the point or argue with them - they also think Manatee County is "South Florida." I spent about two years saying, "No, I'm not from South Florida. I'm from West Central Florida," but it was a waste of breath. Anything south of Orlando, apparently, is South Florida if you live 30 miles from Alabama. I spent my entire teenage years growing up on the beach in Bradenton. Myfirst excruciating sunburn hap- pened there. Hours of contemplating life were spent sitting amongst the rocks on Bradenton Beach, neat the piers. When I was pregnant with my first child, I dug a hole for my belly-on that same beach so I could tan my back. I miss Manatee County. There's no place like home. Editor's Note: Lynne Hough is assistant-editor for the Santa Rosa Star-Gazette in Milton, Fla. Have your say The Islander welcomes and encourages your opin- ion letters. 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If they were showing the cars backing up, would its wheels be going forward? Those problems don't bother me anymore, because I'm now taken by a new car ad. I'm talking about, you know, the one where the husband going to work kisses the wife goodbye at the front door, puts on a helmet, walks down their front walk to the end where he jumps off into a deep chasm (that's why the helmet, I guess) and sails down, parachute and all. When he lands, he doffs the helmet and parachute, gets into his brand new car and drives off. So what's my bother? 'Hot summer sale' under way at Island gallery The Artists Guild of Anna Maria Island is having a "hot summer sale" at its Guild Gallery, 5413 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. The prices are 20- to 50-percent off on many items, said a spokesperson, and many works by local artists have prices reduced. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. The gallery is operated'by the non-profit organization by artists and volunteers. Details may be obtained by calling 778-6694. In the first place, why would anyone live on a cliff like that? And in the second place, how does he get back home after work? Does the car fly? Another bunch of car commercials bothers me, too. They're the ones where manufacturers are not bragging about how classy their cars look, but instead show how great they crumble up in head-on collisions. One even goes further and shows how well their cars crumble when hit from the side. No word about what happens to the driver or passengers. And those rebates they offer bother me, too. They ad up to twice what I used to pay for my cars. I'll bet that if the car business doesn't get better soon, they'll offer - as Publix does now quite often for cereals and stuff - buy one SUV, get one free. I felt good about Mercury's promise of an alto- gether complete warranty for three years "from bumper to bumper" until I noticed that my new car has no bum- pers. They apparently have gone the way of running boards, ashtrays and whitewall tires. As much as all those car ads bother me, it's nothing compared to those TV ads about car insurance. They all say they will save me about $500 from what I pay now. If I skip to one of them, save the $500, and then skip to another of the savers, do I save another $500? I think I'll stick with Allstate where I deal with real people, not with talking lizards, squirrels who do high- fives, or a duck that only speaks the company name. On second thought, maybe I shouldn't have insur- ance at all. After all, all those lawyer TV ads-tell me that I probably can't trust the insurance companies and should talk only to them. Some of their commercials are so convincing about how I could beat the insurance company for some dough that I'm almost sorry that I've not had an accident. Anyway, aside from those ads about automobiles, insurance and lawyers, one TV commercial recently caught my eye. It was Beall's, I think. They were offer- ing a special summer sale on bikini bathing suits. So help me, they promised they were taking 50 percent off all bikinis in the store. Now if you were at the local beaches lately, you'll agree I'm sure, that bikinis these days just don't have any percent to spare, much less 50. And so, I'm off in to Coquina Beach to see how Beall's worked that out. In the Aug. 8, 1996, issue of The Islander, headlines announced: * Anna Maria City beaches were included in the beach renourishment project for the Island. That city had previously opted out of the effort, but residents there changed their minds. Total cost-of the renourish- ment was pegged at $9.4 million. * Two areas of the Island's beaches are a part of the National Marine Debris Monitoring Program, a study that assesses the amounts and sources of debris that wash ashore. The Island locations are between 69th Street and 75th Streets in Holmes Beach and Third Street South and 12th Street North in Bradenton Beach. * An Anna Maria City citizens parking commit- tee recommended the purchase or lease of land in the "downtown" area for parking, with some of the prop- erty set aside for resident-only use. Date Low al July 31 79 90 0 Aug. 1 79 94 0 Aug. 2 74 91 - 0 Aug. 3 77 93 0 Aug. 4 77 95 Trace Aug. 5 77 -92 0 Average Gulf water temperature 890 - 24-hour rainfall accumulation with reading at approximately 5 p.m. daily. ft A* v 0 0, - 40 a11z =1 n IM" qW W W V ROTTEN RALPW'S WATERFRONT DINING LUNCH & DINNER 7 DAYS * FULL BAR SERVICE 902 S. 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Returning home with degrees in hand, Pope has established her own music studio and provides pri- vate instruction. She is affiliated with the Florida West Coast Symphony Youth Orchestra and is a member of the Anna Maria Island Community Orchestra and Chorus. "The demand for classical music is here in Manatee County," said Pope. "And we have good solid music education in our public schools." Pope should know, she graduated from Manatee High School and was a member of its orchestra. The problem is,.Pope said, there is no other outlet in Manatee County for young musicians outside of his or her school orchestra. "Students have access to instru- ments. There is no reason they shouldn't have extra programs." So, Pope began offering a summer "string training" program for intermediate- to advance-level musicians. Although she has experience teaching groups of musi- cians playing the same string instrument, Pope said, "This is my first time teaching a quartet, leading an ensemble group where everyone is contributing and I am coaching my students." Four musicians, each with about five years of expe- rience, joined Pope's summer program and commit- ted to three hours of rehearsal once a week from June Drug prevention seminar, fashion show Aug. 19 The Island Baptist Church's Women's ministry will present a drug prevention seminar featuring Kaye McConnell Saturday, Aug. 19. McConnell is a state-certified addiction prevention professional and plans to speak about alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, chronic candy, ecstasy, inhalants and a vari- ety of other addictive substances. The session will also include a presentation of Manatee County student drug- use statistics. As part of the event, the organization will also host a back-to-school children's fashion show, featuring fashions from Beall's and Beall's Outlet stores. The event will take place from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the church fellowship hall, 8505 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. The event .is free and refreshments will be served. Registration is required by Aug. 16. For more information or to sign up, call 778-7845. through mid-August. They said the\ \\ rited "some- thing to do," and to be "proactive, not just sit home for the summer." Samantha Harris,, a cello player., said she wanted to. learn different music. New music is certainly something the students have been learning. Bethany Brunson, a cello pla\ er, admit- _ted that one of the Beethoven pieces the ensemble has. been learning is something "e' en ile highest orchestra at Manatee High School wouldn't do - and It's stuff we can do now." Brunson's admission is precisely Pope's point inI offering her training program. Private study, or with a small ensemble, forces a student to be challenged. "It's a good way to introduce them to chamber music, and Teen Catholic group forming St. Bernard Catholic Church in Holmes Beach would like to re-establish a Catholic Youth Group for high school teens. The church already has a group for middle school-aged teens and is interested in providing activities for a high school group on a weekly basis. The group would participate in scripture-based learn- ing, community projects and social activities. Teen input is sought for the types of activities and meeting times.. I Teens who may be interested in attending this group are asked to call Margie Sheehan at the church, 778-4769, or cell 730-9510. Summer strings Sarah Pope leads a summer string training ensemblefor intermedi- ate level musicians at the Gloria Dei Lutheran Church that will culminate with a chamber concert Aug. 20. Musicians include cellists Bethany Brunson, left, and Samantha Harris, right. Front row, from left, are violinists Jessyca Altenbach, Pope and Amber Wright. Islander Photo: Diana Bogan this is the real deal - not a student version." "At a school concert you can cheat - the other musicians fill in the music and you can catch up," said violin player Amber Wright. "Here you have to know what you are doing." None ot the ensemble students have had private instruction before and Pope said this en\ ironmenit pro- vides good opportunity to impro\ e sigot reading. learn to play vibrato, and improve musicality and technique all at once. JessycaAltenbach, a violinist, agrees ith her peers that the experience has been different. -Thcere is more focus on us. There are too many people at school that we don't get to focus on just us." Orchestra class. % which the four ensemble students participate in together at MHS. includes approximately 60 students Pope's program is performance driven, in that the group is working toward its first chamber concert Aug. 20 at Island Baptist Church, Learning to play loud enough to fill a room and having the confidence to per- form in public is part of the lesson and part of the joy. "We want people to come enjoy the music," Pope said. "And, I think people will enjoy the music and appreciate the young talent." Pope plans to continue teaching youth ensembles and hopes to expand the group after its August concert. For more information, call Pope at 920-2408, or visit her Web site at manateestrings.com. INVENTORY r ?2 . .... R.EDUCTLON ON GRADY-WHITE & ScouT BOATs AT CANNONS' MARINA! 41 CANNONS ..oj f M A R I N A QUALITY STRENGTH COMMITMENT SINCE 1955 - 6040 Gulf.of Mexico Dr., Longboat Key (2 miles from north end) Open 7 days a week 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. We're worth the trip! 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A new yoga instructor and her class will be at the church quarters Wednesdays from 9 to 10 a.m. from Sept. 6 through Oct. 25. The instructor is Van Tuyet Bourgois, whose yoga form is "anusara," or "flowing with grace." Costs are $5 for members, $8 for nonmembers. II Kindergartner Collin Hicks is all smiles as he walks to school with mom Lynda. AME school resource offi- cer ensured pedestrian safety and greeted students with hi'i- .-fi,. , as they arrived for the first day of school. Islander P.rh *.'. Diana Bogan Guessing game Anna Maria Elementary School kindergartner Katie Krokroskia takes a guess at how many candy pieces are in the jug in front of her. Helping her are AME guid- ance counselor Cindi Har- rison, left, and Katie's monm, Julie, right. The Holmes Beach Publix sponsored the game at the school's open house Aug. 3, and will award a backpack filled with school supplies to two winners - one from grades K-2 and one from grades 3-5. And they get to keep the candy. 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While some might call this a "wedding cake" style, Garret said that term is usually applied if the building has to go inward from front, back and sideyard set- backs. The commission must still decide if the "zero" starting point for the angle will be before or-after new construction is elevated to the Federal Emergency Man- agement Agency's height requirements for Anna Maria Island. The goal of the ordinance is to eliminate the com- pletely vertical construction of new homes such as the three residences recently completed on Pine Avenue. "- There's been a concern with monster homes that block daylight" and air movement, said Garrett. "If the daylight plane ordinance is in effect, you won't see mass against mass," as happened on Pine Avenue, he concluded. Architects, he said, would now have to become cre- ati e in designing a new home if the second and third le els had to go inward. Board member Randall Stover, while favoring the ordinance, suggested that such a measure might bring out all the attorneys representing property owners who would feel the city is being "restrictive" as to the size of their home. Garrett replied that "daylight plane" ordinances in Florida have withstood several court challenges, but a court case is always a possibility with any ordinance. "I'm sure we will find the attorney to challenge the ordinance, but that's par for the course," he said. The board agreed in principle with the ordinance, but suggested that the commission look at including the frontyard setback, limiting the dormers on the higher levels and establishing an architectural formula for the angles of elevation. Garrett said he would research those suggestions and present his findings to the commission. Chairperson Fran Barford also took time to thank the board members for their efforts the past few months in moving the revised comprehensive plan through sev- eral worksessions and a public hearing and transmitting the board's recommended document to the city com- mission. Anna Maria 'daylight plane' ordinance recommended Honored Mark Davis, Mary Ann Brockman and Don Schroder of the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Com,'rinft e show off the chamber's plaque from the Florida Association of Chamber Professionals recognizing the AMICC for achieving the "prestigious designation of Certified Chamber of Commerce in Florida." The designation is bestowed on chambers that meet standards of excellence "in the time-honored tradition of a chamber of com- merce," according to a FACP spokesperson. AMICC is one of 35 honored recipients among the 150 FACP member chambers. Islander Photo: Nancy Ambrose Don't wait says Hurricane Watch Brian Harris and Jeremni Payraterof Hurricane Watch LLC have been "frectt'y busy lately, installing their custom-made hurricane shutters at a number of Island and west Bradenton locations., "But we'll be e\ en busier if j hurricane i- approach- ing the area." said Brian. .. - While a hurricane isn't good news for anyone on the Island, it brings a lot of business to Brian and his partner, Jeremy Paynter. But they'd rather be busy before the storm appears on the radar screen. "Unfortunately, when a hurricane watch is in effect or a storm is headed to our area, we're so busy we may not be able to get everyone installed before the storm arrives," said Brian. That's why it's a good idea to be "pro-active" and get your shutters ready before that time, added Jeremy. Hurricane Watch installs custom-made translu- cent storm shutters manufactured by the 3M Company of Minnesota. The shutters have been tested at wind speeds in excess of 130 mph, allow some light to pen- etrate the interior, are easier to put up than plywood, and last a lot longer. They are also 70 percent lighter than-plywood and a lot less expensive than many other types of shutters, said Brian. The shutters are cut and fitted into any type of window frame, including oval and custom frames, said Jeremy, then taken down and stored until they're needed. It only takes about 20 seconds for the property owner to install a Hurricane Watch shutter, added Brian. The company custom fits the shutter, installs all the brackets, and guides the customer through the proce- dure. "They are extremely easy for our customers to put up, once a storm threatens," he. said. But they're a lot easier to put up if you've already got them on hand, added Jeremy. "We've seen a lot more businesses and property owners be pro-active this year. Many people aren't wait- ing until the last minute because they know that then there will be a huge rush to get shutters," he said. For more information on Hurricane Watch shut- ters, call 794-0183, or e-mail the company at hurri- canewatch@verizon.net Island real estate sales 537 69th St., Holmes Beach, a 2,908 sfla / 3,652 sfur 4bed/3bath/2car canalfront pool home built in 1969 on a 149x1 10 lot was sold 07/20/06, Shardell to Milner Hurricane watch ready before the watch Ben Thieret, Brian Harris and Keith Paynter of Hurri- cane Watch LLC recently installed some custom-made storm shutters for Christie's Plumbing at 5508 Marina Drive in Holmes Beach. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin Featured sale: This canalfront pool home at 302 Iris St., Anna Maria, sold in January 2006 for $675,000 and in July 2006 for $840,000. The cost per square foot is $533. Islander Photo: Jesse Brisson for $1,670,000; list $1,790,000. 302 Iris St., Anna Maria, a 1,576 sfla / 2,396 sfur 2bed/2bath/lcar canalfront pool home built in 1968 on a 81x160 lot was sold 07/19/06, Wilson to Glance for $840,000. 112 Oak Ave., Unit 112, Anna Maria Beach Cot- tages, Anna Maria, a 1,212 sfla / 1,366 sfur 3bed/2bath condo built in 1947 was sold 07/18/06, Raleigh Invest- ments USA Inc. to Corbett for $567,450. Jesse Brisson, broker/associate at (941) 713-4755 direct, or at Gulf-Bay (941) 778-7244. Current Island real estate transactions may also be viewed online at www.islander.org. Copyright 2006. THE ISLANDER U AUG. 9, 2006 K 11 Island Florist - You Know Why! 1 941-778-4751 - 800-771-7163 5312 Marina Dr. * Holmes Beach www.island-florist.com UPDATE your look! ka Tkiaut Master Stylist & Color & "(941)713-7223 N Looks Salon (next to Albertson's) 7455 Manatee Ave W., Bradenton Professional Nail Care & Spa 5H+DPPES OF PARADISE BAY 7342 Cortez Rd. 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Two people got into a verbal altercation and one threat- ened the other with bodily harm, although no physical contact was reportedly made by either party. July 31, 300 block of Spring Avenue, information. A woman reported that she was riding her bicycle and hit a pothole, causing her to fall to the ground. Accord- ing to the report, she was taken to Pinnacle Medical Center and learned she had broken her left leg in two places, requiring treatment by a specialist. Bradenton Beach July 26, 200 block of Bay Drive South and Bridge Street, criminal mischief. A man reported graffiti scratched into the paint of his truck. July 28, 2650 Gulf Drive S., Coquina Beach boat ramp, grand theft. A man told police that he works for a company installing a reef in the Gulf and has been park- ing the company boat at the new boat ramp. According to the report, someone removed the bottom portion of the motor, including the propeller. Holmes Beach business trespass program The Holmes Beach City Commission has autho- rized police Chief Jay Romine to develop a business trespass program similar to the one initiated in Braden- ton. The business trespass program gives business owners the ability to authorize local law enforcement to enforce Florida trespass statutes on their property after regular business hours, when the owner is not present. In the Braderiton program, participants must reg- ister, giving written authorization to local law enforce- ment, and post signage identifying the location as a program participant. The program is intended to make businesses, schools, churches and government facilities less prone to loitering, disorderly conduct or unlawful activity after hours. Romine said he believes the city needs this type of program and that it will be a great tool. He said he plans to notify business owners of the details by door-to-door notification and utilizing the media. Drug bust Bradenton Beach Police Det. Sgt. Lenard Diaz holds up two bags containing 64 grams of cocaine that was obtained during an undercover drug bust Aug. 2. Diaz said the cocaine tested as 100 percent pure and would have a street value of $3,000. Working on a tip, Bra- denton Beach police arrested Keith Edge, 48, of Tampa, who initiated the sale, inviting undercover officers to his job site to make the transaction. Unfortunately for Edge, the job site was within 1,000 feet of Manatee Elemen- tary.School in Bradenton, an offense that carries a minimum three year jail sentence, said Diaz. Edge was also charged with drug trafficking, Diaz said, because he was in possession of more than 28 grams - an offense that also carries a minimum three year sentence, according to Diaz. Islander Photo: Diana Bogan July 28,2400 block of Avenue C., burglar. Accord-. ing to the report, a man was home in his bedroom when two white females attempted to pry open the window to his room. When the resident confronted them, they reportedly said they were there to see the man's teenage sister and left. AN INTERDENOMINATIONAL COMMUNITY CHURCH HARVEY MEMORIAl , " PASTOR l,.-,-- .. STEPHEN KING - ' -5, 4 _Sunday 9:30am 779-1912 * www.harveymemorial.org 300 CHURCH AVE. * BRADENTON BEACH 2 BLOCKS NORTH OF BRIDGE ST. CLOCK TOWER INVESTIGATION Our firm is investigating an accident that occurred on Via de Luna in the early morning hours of August 4, 2002. The accident involved a pedestrian \vh6 was struck by a cement truck. If you have any information about this accident, please contact us: 850-444-4402 Kerrigari Estess Rankin McLeod & ThompsonyLLP, ATTO RN E YS A T L W 400 E. Government Street Pensacola, Florida 32502 The hiring of a law firr. i- .1 i nip...'t:. . --id.on r.t .I..Auld not b ': b .d ' solely upon advertisemcit : I'.- .... ... ..:.Jc , l ak u- .:.rd ,c.u Il -. ,. ,-l information about our u .ii ,ri: ,no-,:c .o1 ,. � p,:rc,. July 30, 200 block of Gulf Drive North, assist other agency. A Bradenton Beach police officer was contacted by the Manatee County Sheriff's Office regarding a suspected intoxicated driver heading west on Cortez Road. The officer identified the vehicle in question as it crossed over the bridge. According to the report, the male driver was weaving through traffic and the officer detained him until the deputy arrived at the scene and handled the remainder of the investigation. July 30, 2000 Gulf Drive S., Coquina Park, aban- doned vehicle. A vehicle was left at the park last week after the driver was cited for driving without registration. According to the report, an officer saw the owner had not retrieved the vehicle and arranged for it to be towed. July 30, 202 First St. N., Pelican Cove Resort, theft. A woman reported that she caught her boyfriend taking two of her prescription pills without her permis- sion. She reportedly checked the bottle and discovered approximately half the pills missing and told police she believes her boyfriend stole the medication. Holmes Beach July 29, 3007 Gulf Drive, Anchor Inn, battery. A woman reported that.an unknown male had struck her on the side of the face. July 29, 200 block of 78th Street, theft. A man reported his bike stolen. Aug. 1, 500 block of 65th Street, theft. A woman reported her iPod stolen from her home. Aug. 1, 3900 block of Gulf Drive, theft. A woman reported her beach bag stolen. Aug. 1, 7300 block of Holmes Boulevard, theft. A woman reported two bikes stolen from her carport. Aug. 2, 300 block of 63rd Street, criminal mischief. Graffiti was spraypainted on a garage door. Aug. 2, 5600 block of Gulf Drive, battery. Two con- struction workers got into a fight at ajobsite. According to the report, one of the men thought the other stole the battery to his cordless drill. , Aug. 3, 2900 block of Avenue C, battery. Officers responded to a report of a suspicious person banging on the door of the Anchor Inn and found a woman sit- ting and sobbing in the front parking lot. According to the report, the woman had been beaten by her boy- friend. The officers escorted her back to her residence, attempted to contact a friend for her to stay with, and ensured the boyfriend was no longer at the residence. The woman was given a domestic violence packet. , . Improve the Quality of Your Life SCarol Greer Siemaszko SBA. Ed., M.A. Psych CERTIFIED COUNSELOR f' AND LIFE COACH S941-791-794-1492 Perico Island * Bradenton IJWe're Totally GMobal! In fact, we're global times 1,400 plus! More than , 1.400 PAID subscribers receive The Islander out of town, out of state and out of the United States. 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Thursday, Aug. 10 5 to 7 p.m. - Reception honoring candidate Lee Obituaries George Vernon Lee 'Chunky' Coyle George Vernon Lee "Chunky" Coyle, 46, of Bra- denton and formerly Bradenton Beach, died July 26. Born in Bradenton, Mr. Coyle was a lifelong resi- dent of Manatee County. He was a self-employed lawn maintenance worker. He was an avid fisher and wildlife enthusiast. He is survived by brothers Alfred of Vero Beach, Dale of Bradenton Beach, and Mike of Sarasota; sister Alana of Sarasota; and mother Naomi Sutherland of Bradenton. Mildred E. 'Millie' Parkinson Mildred E. "Millie" Parkinson, 79, of Holmes Beach, died July 31. Memorial services were Aug. 3 at Island Baptist Church, Holmes Beach. Memorial contributions may be made to the church, 8605 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach FL 34217. Griffith-Cline Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. She is survived by daughter Mary Buonagura and her husband, Tony, of Holmes Beach; stepson David Parkinson and wife Jan of Tampa; stepchildren Clay and Dana Parkinson; and many nieces and nephews. New Sunday mass time St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach is changing its Sunday morning mass to start a half hour later at 10:30 a.m.. The change is effec- tive Aug. 13. For more information, call 778-4761. Haworth, incumbent circuit judge at the Et,-'.:hH u.-e R. - .- taurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton E..--r:ich rit,:.riiiii.: -r 926-1950. ,.nL ,n ppI. ' ' ' Friday, Aug. 11 4 p.m. - Town hall discussion hosted by state Rep. Bill Galvano on Florida's insurance crisis with Kevin McCarty, head of the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation, at Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Informa- tion: 708-4968. 7 p.m. - The Manatee Players present "Murder at Cafe Noir" dinner theater at the Bradenton Women's Club, 1705 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton. Information: 748-5875. Fee applies. Saturday, Aug. 12 8:30 a.m.- Kiwanis Club meeting at Cafe on the Beach, Manatee Public Beach, 4700 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. - Family origami at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Informa-' tion: 778-6341. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. - "Mermaids and Manatees" art activ- ity for kids at Mote Marine Aquarium, 1600 Ken -Iho,:,np:-..:,.r Pkwy., Sarasota. Information: 388-4441. Admission fee. 7 p.m. -The Manatee Players ::.re-:.enr I..1ur'jr r at Cafe Noir" dinner theater at the Bradenton Women's Club, 1705 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton. Information: 748-5875. Fee applies. Sunday, Aug. 13 1 p.m. - The Manatee Players present "Murder at Cafe THE ISLANDER 0 JULY 12, 2006 N'13 Director of Rotary camp will address club here Karen Groff, executive director of Rotary's Camp Florida, will speak at the week4y meeting of the Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island Tuesday, Aug. 15. The meeting will be a luncheon at noon at the BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Details may be obtained by calling 778-4326. Noir" dinner theater at the Bradenton Women's Club, 1705 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton. Information: 748-5875. Fee applies. Tuesday, Aug. 15 Noon - Anna Maria Island Rotary Club meeting with guest speaker Karen Groff, executive director of Rotary's Camp Florida, at the BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 350-4326. Wednesday, Aug. 16 11:30 a.m. - Longboat-Lido-St. Armand Keys Chamber of Commerce "nooner" networking lunch at the SunHouse Restaurant, 111 Gulf Drive S., Bradenton Beach. Information: 383-2466. Fee applies. Ongoing: * "The Art of Uncle Monday" exhibit at South Florida Museum, 201. 10th St. W., Bradenton, through Aug. 20. Infor- mation: 746-4131.. Fee applies. Coming up: * "Branding" business workshop at the Longboat-Lido- St. Armand Keys Chamber of Commerce Aug. 17. * Drug prevention seminar and back-to-school fashion show at Island Baptist Church Aug. 19. Friends of Cortez , Neighbors and friends of a long-vacant lot that had Ai,,,m, m?" 1'-] spawned a hideoutfor drug St users and other pests got ': together Saturday to help r With the cleanup and filled a trailer to the brim with trash. Pictured here are, left to right, Marianne Ellis, Earl Williams, Joe Hutchinson, Adam Ellis, Mark Bowers, Sharon O'Connor and Susan Curry. Islander Photo: Mike Norman OPEN'FOR LUNCH ALL WEEK. Oyes Stoner Est 1967 9 %te Waterfy ALASKAN KING CRAB LEGS. IN THE HISToRIC VILLAGE ON THE NORTHERN END OF LONGBOAT KEY. WE ARE A LARGE PARTY AND CHILDREN FRIENDLY RESTAURANT. 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Nancy Ambrose, Islander account executive, and John Luchkowec, Coldwell Banker sales agent, have officially been named by the ACS as 2006 Ambassadors to represent Manatee County. Joining them at the event will be T. Dolly Young, owner/broker of T. Dolly Young Real Estate, who is the advocacy chair of the Manatee County ACS board of directors. According to Scott Thompson, ACS Manatee unit director, the Island representatives will be among 10,000 Celebration Ambassadors, cancer survivors and volun- teers from every congressional district in the country. The purpose of the event is to engage congress in the fight against cancer, said Thompson. Ambassadors will meet with lawmakers to bring a unified appeal to make cancer a national priority by boosting the federal com- mitment to research, education, prevention and a cure. The centerpiece of Celebration on the Hill will be the legislative visits that Celebration Ambassadors will make. There will be an American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network reception and rally as well as a Relay for Life. The Relay's luminaria event will line the capitol reflection pool as a reminder of why the fight against cancer continues. "Cancer is the most feared disease in America. We want our members of Congress to know that this fear is felt in every comer of Florida," said Young. "In 2006, an estimated 1.3 million Americans will be diagnosed with cancer and an estimated 98,960 new cases will be seen in our state alone." Each of our Island advocates understands the con- sequences of the disease at a personal level. Ambrose said, "I have lost family members and friends to this terrible disease and have seen first-hand how it effects so many." Ambrose is a breast and skin cancer survivor. She has a photograph of a friend she met while both were patients at Moffit Cancer Center that hangs in her office space. "It's a constant reminder to me of her and how we need to find a cure. You see, I won my battle with cancer, but she did not." Young is a 32-year cancer survivor. "My mother was a three time survivor in her lifetime before her death of a.heart attack," adds Young, "and in the past four years our family has lost five loved ones to cancer." Young has been on the ACS board of directors for 26 years and is a past president. "I am dedicated to continue to do what I can as a volunteer to conquer this disease. I am grateful for the progress made in research, education and treatment." She has been active by lobbying for legislation, and most recently, she said, she represented Manatee County in promoting newly adopted legislation appro- priating funding for research and treatment. Luchkowec lost his grandfather to cancer. "As a young boy I adored my grandfather, all 6 foot, 6 inches of him. He was a giant of a man to a 6-year-old boy, but cancer depleted him. "My father died at age 42 from lung and heart complica- tions caused by excessive smoking. Both my role models and mentors were taken from me before I was 15," he said. At age 20, Luchkowec was afflicted with severe chronic ulcerative colitis and eventually had surgery to remove his colon to avoid certain colon cancer. As a board member of the ACS, he says he has been emo- tionally involved with cancer survivors and with those undergoing chemotherapy - knowing the emotional and financial toll the disease takes on a family. "We hope that our government officials will have an increased understanding and commitment to fighting cancer after our visit," said Ambrose. "It should make them aware that cancer affects all Americans and, that by voting to support research, education programs and prevention, they can help. "We want to let them know that fighting cancer is a priority for all of us here on Anna Maria Island and in Manatee County," she said. .,i -- ----*--------- 1% ARRY'Spab 'S and get second for e Harry's Way! j .- 4-Course $29.95 (941) 383-0777 Ho use o Fso sftdrink zfa S PLEASE PRESENT COUPON * EXPIRES AUG. 31, 2006 a Buy regularprice buffet I and get second for 00 792-5300 * 10519 Cortez Road W. Mon-Sat * 11lam-10pm - Sunday Noon-9pm . PLEASE PRESENT COUPON * EXPIRES AUG. 31, 2006 Island ambassadors John Luchkowec, Nancy Ambrose and T. Dolly Young will travel to Washing- ton, D.C., to lobby for increased cancer research and educa- tion in September. Islander Photo: Bonner Joy Honeymooners Kate and Justin Wetterhall are honeymooning on Anna Maria Island after marrying in northern Vir- ginia. Both are graduates of Virginia Tech University, and she is now a high school mathematics teacher and he an Air Force pilot stationed in California. She is daughter of Dana Ross and Gary I I'estling of Wood- bridge, Va., and he the son of Susan and Gary Wetter- hall of Chantilly, Va. Looking far ahead, they hope to retire to their second home in Bradenton Beach. k Happy Hour M-F 4-7pm Thursday * 7pm KoKo RAY & SORRY Do 111 7th St..N. * Bradenton Beach (next to the Green Turtle) 778-0830 SCHNITZELHAUS The Best German Restaurant on Florida's West Coast Every Friday Bavarian Haxen (Pork knuckle with bread dumpling and red cabbage) S__ Please phone ahead 24 hours Reservations a must! 778-1320 HOURS: TUES-SAT 5-9:30PM Anna Maria Island Centre * 3246 E. Bay Drive * Holmes Beach (KY1701-7him' THE ISLANDER UM AUG. 9, 2006 *; 7 August's 'dog days' produce little sports activities By Kevin Cassidy Islander Reporter It's the dog days of August - hot, hot, hot - and not much is stirring outdoors. There weren't even any young (so-called impervious) skateboarders at the Holmes Beach skate park on a couple of checks this week. But not so on the Island's only golf course. The Key Royale Club's golfers teamed up for a nine-hole co-ed golf tournament on Thursday, July 27. An added or subtracted variable in this game was that each team could throw out their worst hole. Terry Westby, Larry Fowler and Jerry Brown com- bined for a 116 team total to take first place. Teddy Morgan, Sally Keyes and John Purcell took second place with a total of 126. The Key Royale men played a nine-hole, two-man better ball tournament on July 31. Bob Kral and Earl Huntzinger combined to shoot a five-under 27 to finish a shot ahead of Dick Grimme, whose score was helped by some guy named "proxy." Al Morgan and Vince Mercadante finished two shots back in third with a 29. On Aug. 2, the Key Royale men teed it up for an 18-hole, better ball tournament that produced some amazingly low team scores. The teams of John'Atkinson, Dick Grimme and Chris Collins and Don Ledford, Bob Jorgensen and Fred Meyer both finished 14-under-par 50 to tie for first place. Horseshoe news It's also "not too hot" for the horseshoe players, who meet early in the, shaded pits at Anna Maria City Hall Tom Rhodes ran his streak of trips to the winner's circle to four as he played the role of walker to perfec- tion in taking a 22-14 win over Jack Cooper and Larry Livrugo on Aug. 2. The horseshoe regulars closed out the month of 'July \ ith 13 "pitchers" showing up to play on July 29. Ron, Pepka and Ste\ e Do\ le staged a dramatic come- back to defeat Ron Boelman by a 23-19 score. Play gets under way at 9 a.m. every Wednesday and Saturday at the Anna Maria City Hall pits. Warmups begin at 8:45 a.m. followed by random team selection. There is no charge to play and everyone is welcome. Still spots available for Her-icane golf challenge. There are still some spots available for the Mana- tee High School Her-icane Golf Challenge at the Bra- denton Country Club at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9. For only $100 per golfer, golfers can test their golf skills at Bradenton's most-exclusive and challenging layout in a four-person scramble. The Her-icanes are still looking for sponsors for the tournament. For $800, a business can purchase the Hat Trick package, which consists of a foursome for the banquet, a tee or green sign on the course and a banner that will be displayed at all Manatee Her-icane home soccer games. A golden goal sponsorship pack- age includes a foursome and a tee or green sign on the course for $500, or a business or individual can sponsor a tee or green sign for the tournament for $125. To sign up a foursome, list the four players and respective phone numbers and supply payment, a check to Manatee Girls Soccer Booster and mail it to me, Coach Cassidy at 3610 York Drive, Bradenton FL 34205. For more information, call 751-6602. Soccer set to kick off The Anna Maria Island Community Center is now accepting registration for its 2006 recreational youth soccer league. Boys and girls must be at least 4 years of age and no older than 16 by Aug. 21, 2006, in order to participate. Parents Night Out again at Island Baptist Church Parents Night Out is returning from summer vaca- tion and will take up from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 25, where it left off in late spring at Island Baptist Church, 8605 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. The free program offers sodas, pizza, games, movies and other entertainment for Island children, from potty trained through fifth-grade, to give their parents a respite one night a pionth during the school year. Teens are welcome as volunteers to help with the young ones, said Susan Billings of the church office. She is at 778-0719. Parents may sign up their children for the program by calling 778-2979. 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Adult programs as well as the offices and personnel of the Center will be moving to facilities at St. Bernard Catholic Church and the sports programs are going wherever possible. Cost for playing soccer at the Center for members is $50 with each additional sibling $45. Non-member fees are $65 for first child and $60 for each addi- tional child in the same family. Players will receive a uniform - jersey and matching socks - and are responsible for providing black shorts and shin guards. Shin guards are required to-play and are on sale at the Center for $5. The Center will again host a pre-season soccer camp for new and returning players to "kick off' the season. Players will be put through the paces to refresh already-learned skills and perhaps to learn some new skills. The two-day camp will be held at the new Holmes Beach soccer field from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Aug. 16-18. Cost is $25 per player for members and $40 for non-members. Players can register for the camp or the camp and the season, but all 4-year-olds must attend camp to be eligible for season play. Center athletic director Andy Jonatzke said soccer scholarships are available and no child is turned away for lack of fees. Registration for the regular season will take place at the Holmes Beach public works building (nextto the skate park) at the following dates and times. * 6-8 p.m. Tues., Aug. 8, 15. * 6-8 p.m. Thurs., Aug. 10, 17. Everyone who signs up will be placed on a team, but for parity of the league, tr\ outs for specific age groups, which will be held later in August, are manda- tory. Jonatzke also stressed the need for soccer coaches. For more information, contact Jonatzke at 778- 1908. HhFCUKOR-SMO"ID VORGNIA CATrORING AVAILABLE (941) 792-la7'0 ---------- H my'~ a.p. BeLL fisH oompaNy iNc;, SFresh Seafood Since 1910 Great selection of locally caught Grouper, Snapper. Shrimp Panfish and much more. Planning a fishing trip? 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The reduced storm forecast and Chris were joined at the hip, one used to explain the other. The cause- and-effect pairing was logical and made good ink and TV time. Gray and Philip J. Klotzbach, both of Colo- rado State University, are now predicting 15 named storms this season, with seven of them becoming hurricanes and three of those severe, Category 3 or greater in destruction. It's important to remember, though, that an "average" hurricane season has nine to 10 named storms, six of them becoming hurricanes and two of them severe. In other words, the Colorado State forecasters are still saying we should be prepared for a wild ride this season. The reasoning behind the drop in the forecast comes from a number of global climate changes, stretching as far afield as warmer Pacific Ocean waters that create wind shear in the Atlantic, basically chopping off the heads of hurricanes. There is also a slight dip in the Atlantic Ocean's water temperatures, which also inhib- its storm development. Oh, and Chris was generally pooh-poohed by most of the National Hurricane Center gang. In fact, some computer models predicted Chris would have basi- cally evaporated by late last week - which it pretty much did. None of the diminished hurricane prediction should give us grounds to pour out our bottled water or toss out our Vienna sausages, of course, but it does make for a little easier sleeping at night as we enter the most active part of the storm season. ... and here's some hope for our marine mammal friends According to Harbor Branch Oceanographic in Fort Pierce, Fla., "The Protect Wild Dolphins specialty license plate program has just awarded $302,000 in grants to four dolphin research, information and aware- ness programs," supporting work to find dolphins, work with tour operators so that no harm comes to "dolphin- watchers" or the critters, explain the problems with feeding wild dolphins through public service announce- ments, and look into the problems with red tide and hurricanes to dolphins in Florida waters. Mote Marine-Laboratory in Sarasota was awarded two of the grants, one for the PSAs and another to look into the problems that red tide and hurricanes have created for our finny mammal friends in the Charlotte Harbor area which, as we all remember, was ground zero for Hurricane Charley in 2004. Public service funds are earmarked at $100,000; the red tide-hurricane study is pegged at almost $60,000. UNIE PETE WANTS YOU TO DRIVE A CLEAN CAR! S* 24-hour self-serve car wash * Complete auto detailing * Qdick lube AMERICAN CAR WASH 5804 Marina Dr. * Holmes Beach * 778-1617 MAJOR CREDIT CARDS & DEBIT CARDS ACCEPTED *FISHING LICVENSE*VE & FROZEN BAIT TERMINAL TACKLE * SUNGLASSES & HATS - PENN* SHIMANO* ST CROIX I Everything You Need for Florida Fishing 7 IZSLAN TISCO 5503 MARINA DRIVE at CATCHER'S MARINA (by Holmes Beach boat basin) 779-2838 OPEN DAILY (major credit cards) ~ ~' " '" ' ,, ., "' By Pa ul, Oat. Although the idea of spending a bunch of money to tell people it's not proper to feed the animals seems odd at first, it's a very real issue. There's a stretch of the Gulfcoast Intracoastal Waterway between Sarasota and Venice that is a haunt for a dolphin called "Beggar." The critter comes up to boats and hangs out, and a lot of people think it's cute to slip the little beggar a bite of fish or bait. Unfortunately, people tend to forget that although Flipper has a big smile on his or her face, he or she is a wild creature, weight that's twice ours and has lots of teeth. Several people have been bit by Beggar over the years, and that's just one dolphin in our part of the world. All of the funding for the projects comes from those of us who have paid a few bucks extra for a wild dol- phin license plate for our vehicles which, according to Harbor Branch, has reaped about $2.8 million since the plate first appeared on cars in 1999. Think of it as a tax you can control and guide to good things, and think about that aspect of spending a few dollars, and giving a nifty look to your car, when it's time to renew your plate. There are also tags to benefit turtles, panthers, about every sports franchise known to mankind, universities ... Wave this energy ashore As gasoline prices continue to skyrocket.more and more attention is being given to alternative sources of energy outside of fossil fuels. Wind-generated fields are being builtpon mountain tops and augmented across the Midw est. There have been some environmental issues raised due to bird mor- tality as the little fliers careen into the windmills, but the issue is being addressed. There is a big solar power plant being constructed in Sarasota, a pilot program to work out the bugs in generating electricity from the sun. In fact, there has been a prediction that a solar field of about 32 square miles could supply all the energy needs for the United States. Now, 32 square miles sounds like a lot, but consider that Manatee County encompasses about 893 square miles, including water, and that 32 figure doesn't seem all that big, does it? And then there is water power. According to the New York Times, projects are moving forward around the world to transform wave action into electrical capacity. Waves move up and down, back and forth, and the concept is to harness that energy and turn it into,. well, energy, to heat or cool our homes or light our lamps. Wave energy was historically a viable source of fuel, but fell by the wayside as steam engines evolved, and later fossil fuels. Now, with fossil fuels becoming more expensive and harder to find, the force of the oceans to power our needs is becoming more popular. There are problems, of course, with transmission lines and unsightly huge combines near the coast only topping the list of issues. But at least somebody's doing something to turn waves into light. Sandscript factoid It hurts to give out secrets, but these aren't really secrets and should be accessed b) ever bod\: The National Hurricane Center offers a whole bunch of pretty interesting data on its Web site. \\ \ \. nhc.noaa.gov/ The "discussions" are the really interesting aspect --.of the site to those of us %wannabe weatherr people. Read them slow IN, think about what the% 're saving. and they will e% entuallU niake sense...Trust me, if I can figure it out, you can, too. Buried \\ within the one of the discussions last %%eek \\as the comment that Tropical Storm Chris 2_- accord- ing to about five computer mode.Is - was projected to pretty much dissipate b\ the end of the week. And, lo, it did. Red tide lurks far south in SarasQoa County Don't panic, but there is a bloom of red tide in high concenrtations-were also detected offshore from Southwest Florida that has the potential to move north- Venice to Boca Grande Pass. Fish kills and respira- ward toward the beaches of Anna Maria Island in a tora irritation are possible between southern Sarasota month or so - maybe. " County and northern Collier County. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Com- Pre\ ailing southwesterlN winds could push the bloom mission's Florida Marine Research Institute in St. * north to the Tampa Bay area in the next fe% weeks, biolo- Petersburg has reported that "a bloom of the Florida gists said, although the disturbed %weather system south of red tide organism, Karenia brevis, continues to impact Louisiana could factor into the equation and negate the issue. the Southwest Florida coast \\ ith above-background It could drive the emergent bloom farther south, but it has concentrations currently present from the Venice Pier been moving slowly northward for the past few weeks. - (Sarasota County) to Lely Barefoot Beach (Collier Red tide is a tiny plant that. upon occasion, bursts County) and below background concentrations extend- into a bloom. It can cause respiratory problems with ing south to Collier County. humans, kill marine mammals and fish, and other- "Water samples collected alongshore detected high wise spoil a day a the beach. Red tide outbreaks are concentrations of K. brevis at Manasota Beach (Sarasota thought by some researchers to be more prevalent in County), Englewood Beach (Charlotte County) and the recent years, and point to increased nutrients released Gasparilla fishing pier in Charlotte County. Medium to through stormwaterrunoff from land-based agricultural practices as a possible cause. l e Itified * Full Automotive Repoir .. . 5333 Gulf Drive * Holmes Beach 779-0487 [at the corner of Gulf and Marina Drive] 39 Until $T3 12:00 Noon +TAX GREENS FEE AND CART O 12:00 Noon $30 until +TAX 2:30 pm GREENS FEE AND CART $25 After +TAX 2:30 pm - BIG SUMMER CARD $26.TAX Until 12 Noon $20+ TAX After 12 Noon Charter Boat "MAGIC" Backwater * Near Shore Up to 7 miles out in the Gulf Snook * Redfish Trout * Flounder Mackerel * Snapper Light Tackle Fishing Reservations a Must! Tackle, bait, ice, fishing license provided 723-1107 Capt. Mike Heistain- USCG Licensed PROUDLt FE4T,'RNG BOAT LIF P DOCKS * BOAT LIFTS SUNCOAST EAALLS DOCK & BOAT LIFT 941-923-6996 4, __ I TIHE ISLANDER AUG(. 9, 2006 i 19 Hot weather equals cool fishing, but macks still good bet By Capt. Mike Heistand Hot weather and hot water do not translate into hot fishing, as action has slowed a bit in the past week with the. 90-degree-plus air temperatures and 89- to 90-degree waters. Spanish mackerel don't seem to mind the heat, though, and still are a good bet in the Gulf of Mexico and Tampa Bay. There are also some good reports of snapper in the bays and some big redfish, as well as lots of catch-and-release snook. In the Gulf, look for grouper or snapper in the 110- foot or better depths. Capt. Zach Zacharias on the Dee-Jay II out of Parrot Cove Marina said there are "loads of inshore mangrove snapper available for those looking for fun and filets. They are schooling around any type of structure that usually holds sheepshead in the winter. A slow-moving tide and small shrimp or pilchards will do the trick." He also said that Spanish mackerel are thick in the Gulf and Tampa Bay. "Tarpon schools have scattered and numerous small pods are staging in the deeper channels and holes all around the bays," Capt. Zach added. Other action includes redfish, snook and trout, mostly scattered on the shallow seagrass flats but "can be found bunched up pretty well at the bottom of big tides." Bill Lowman at Island Discount Tackle at Catch- ers Marina in Holmes Beach said there are "tons" of Spanish mackerel around, and good reports of redfish catches on the lower tides. Snapper fishing is improv- ing, while offshore reports of grouper and snapper are still coming on strong in the 110-foot or more depths. Capt. Thorn Smith at Angler's Repair on Cortez Road said he's catching lots of small catch-and-release snook, plus some keeper-size redfish in the backwaters. Trout are hard to find, he said, but the big mackerel catch more than makes up the difference. He's also put- ting his charters onto lots of big mangrove snapper. Bob Kilb at the Rod & Reel Pier said he's seeing lots of mackerel being caught at the pier, plus some small grouper. Snapper fishing is improving, and there are some catch-and-release snook coming to the dock at night there. Jesus Rosario at the Anna Maria City Pier said he's also seeing some catch-and-release snook being caught at night at the pier, plus tons of mackerel in the morning. Some snapper are being landed, plus some small bonnethead sharks, he added., Dave Johnson at Snead Island Crab House said the cut is pretty thick with black drum. He's also hear- ing good reports of mackerel coming off the Sunshine Skyway Bridge area in Tampa Bay, and a few reds com- ing out of Miguel Bay. Capt. Rick Gross on Fishy Business out of Catch- ers Marina in Holmes Beach said catch-and-release snook fishing remains excellent for him, as well as lots of mackerel and a few keeper-size redfish and man- grove snapper to help fill the fish boxes. At Skyway Bait and Tackle, reports include mackerel off the Sunshine Skyway Bridge piers and small sharks from Tampa Bay, plus lots of small grouper. Complete family fun fishing half-day Islander reporter Rick Catlin, along with his two children and their visit- ing cousin from Trinidad, enjoyed a half-day fishing trip last week with Capt. Steve Salgado of the Corn- pleat Angler. In just two hours of offshore fishing, the kids had a nice haul of Spanish mackerel, trig- gerfish, red snapper and even a shark. The group also caught and released a number of sharks along with several under-sized grouper and snapper. Capt. Steve reportedhe's recently had some good luck with cobia. Pictured with their shark catch are, from left, Codyann Catlin, Liam Williams and Christian Catlin. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin DOCKS-N-DECKS Specializing in docks and decks Painting Repair (941) 779-1839 docksndecks@verizon.net Licensed and insured Maintenance Cleaning , P -~ r Really big reds Curt Rawald, left, and Bert Raward, of Bradenton, caught and released these oversize redfish while fish- ing in Sarasota Bay with Capt. Gary Huffmian. On my boat Magic, we're finding that trout fish- ing has been tough on most of our trips out, but redfish have been a mainstay in its place. We're catching small sharks in the bay, lots of Spanish mackerel and a few * mangrove snapper as well. Good luck and good fishing. Capt. Mike Heistand is a 20-year-plus fishing guide. Call him at 723-1107 to provide a fishing report. Photos of your catch may be dropped off at The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, or e-mailed to news@ islander.org. Please include identification for persons in the picture along with information on the catch and a name and phone number for more information. 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Please call 941-812-1666 or e-mail jeff@floridawildlifetrapper.com. LANDSCAPE HELPER: PART-time. Island work, great pay. Please call 941-778-2335 or 941-284-1568. SEEKING PIANO PLAYER evenings for Ooh La La! Bistro. Music range from classical to jazz. Call Chef Damon, 941-778-5320. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Tingley Memorial Library. Duties include checking books in/out, reshelving, and generally assisting library patrons. Call Eveanr Adams, (941) 779-1208. KI 7 *77RH -R SPENCER'S SKIM SCHOOL fdr beginners and interme- 1989 MERCEDES: 560SL convertible with hard top. dates Free skimboard use with lessons. $10 per half- Champagne color. 105,000 miles. Very good condition. hour lesson, three lessons recommended. Local teen, $12,500. 813-645-2599. team competitor. Call 941-778-0944. m THE ISLANDER AUG. 9, 2006 0 21 ISA D* AC 9. S FID BABYSITTER: Responsible 10th-grader, great with kids, first-aid certified. Charlotte, 941-756 5496. BABYSITTER, PETSITTER, dog walker: First-aid certi- fied, 13-year-old, eighth-grader, female, great with kids and animals. Call Kendall, 941-779-9783. NEED A BABYSITTER? Call Felicia, 941-761-1569. Red Cross certified. ENSURE YOUR CHILD'S safety while you relax. Call Gemma, 941-447-9657. Responsible, reliable and expe- rienced, with a love for children. Red Cross babysitting and first-aid certifications. DOG WALKER, PET sitter, child sitter and odd jobs. Tenth-grader, available after school and weekends. Zach, 941-779-9783. RED CROSS first-aid certified babysitter certified. Call Alex, 941-778-5352. GET YOUR BOAT washed without the hassle, just give me a call. Regular scheduling available, perfect for when you're out of town. Call Richard, 941-447 9657. BABYSITTER/PETSITTER: RESPONSIBLE, Red Cross cer- tified. Experienced with kids and pets of all ages. Many Island references! Transportation available. Weekly and monthly rates available. Call Hilary or Natalie. 941-778-5181. PAYTON AND DINA'S cleaning service: We do yard work, dog-sitting, house cleaning and we run errands. We do not mow grass. Open 3-5pm every day! 941-524-9350. KIDS FOR HIRE ads are FREE for Island youths under 16 looking for work. Ads must be placed in person at The Islander newspaper office, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. MAN WITH SHOVEL: Plantings, natives, patio gardens, trimming, cleanup, edging, maintenance. Hard-working and responsible. Excellent references. Edward 941-778-3222. LET US DRIVE YOU! Shopping, medical appointments, airports, cruise ports. Flat rates. Sunshine Car Service. Serving the Islands. 941-778-5476. COMPUTER OBEDIENCE TRAINING. Is your computer misbehaving? Certified computer service and private les- sons. 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. CLEANING COUPLE: A few open slots for offices, con- dos, houses, etc. We also do errands and hurricane checks. Honest and dependable. (941) 448-7J 19. 6842 Gulf of Mexico Drive * Longboat Key * 941.387.9004 info@Latitude27.com * www.Latitude27.com MARKEY REALTY & ASSOCIATES COZY RETREAT Tranquil Island home. Large cor- ner 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. MLS# 519760. www.flrealtour.com/01160231j/realtor/" CALL JOHN ZIRZOW 778-9171 "- . OFFICE 753-1620 SALES & RENTALS 419 Pine Ave., Anna Maria FL 34216 * PO Box 2150 (941) 778-2291 * EVENINGS 778-2632 FAX (941) 778-2294 * www;betsyhills.com VINIRAUE UI IHUat - VILLHUt Ur H11NH IVIRliH CIIAUt argII 2BR/1BA old-timer within steps of the sparkling Gulf! Features include wood floors and pine ceilings, and original claw foot tub. Built in 1924, this rustic charmer is a diamond in the rough! Zoned ROR. $599,900. Gaiy Simyson Schulz... Broker/Associate Jim Anderson Realty Company P0 Box 1789 * 401-B Pine Avenue Anna Maria, FL 34216 94 1.778.4847 * loll free 1.800.772.3235 www.jimandersonrealty.com e-mail: gayle511@tampabay.rr.com Enjoy spectacular Bimini Bay waterfront views from this private 19,000 si beautifully - landscaped property, one of the largest lots around. Super Key Royale location in a very desirable neighborhood. It's a boating paradise with deep, protected water. Fish from your private dock and swim in the large' solar heated pool. Your cars will even be happy in the three-car garage. 3-4BR/3BA. Please call Gayle Schulz, 941-812-6489.' BRADENTON-19600 E STATE ROAD 64 Unique home situated on 20 acres w/ 2 acres of mature grapes and springfed, perennial stream. Directly across from Lake Manatee State park which protects views, provides additional riding trails, swimming and boat launch. 3BR/2BA $1,795,000 - BRADENTION BEACH-.1S :. 13 llh Or, Sarasota By: 1/2 block to beach. Featured on BBC as "Best Living Home in SW Florida:' Includes, new dock directly on ICW water. 2BR/3BA $2,000,000 home at ground level, 12 feet above sea level builtio meet Miami Dade Code for 140 mph wind load. Protected mooring on 200 feet of sailboat water, 45-foot dock, 12,000 Ib boatlift. 4,000 sf open floor plan. Three miles from 1-275. $1,740,000 BRADENTON BEACH - 2414 'TH- ST 2BR plus office/den," 2BA, 'open plan, granite, underground parking with elevator. 1/2 block to beach access.Wondeiful location onAnna Maria Island. Bradenton Beach Club has two heated pools, spa, fitness center and a boardwalk that leads to the Bay: $599,000 HOLME'ES BE.At-H-5c.O!I FLOTILLA DRIVE Largest rental property on the Island. Sleeps 18! Home features 3 separate kitchen areas, heated pool, media/game room, with a dock/boat house. Call for rental information. 7BR/6BA $1,995,000 PALM AFR� COLiNTR~ CLUB - 5523 COUNTRY LAKES TRAIL Best home in the aret at ti,;s pr;ceToclil/rerrn.odelkd.priratE backaird. caged pol 4BFR.beautfully land;caped.g~rit Ilo.Caon between Sar-crca and Bradenton PaimAire Courtry Club offer golf and inn.s $499.000 I-----i -- I-i. BRADENTON BEACH CLUB Million dollar unobstructed full views of the Gulf of Mexico with incredible direct sunsets. Listen to the waves lapping on the beach. The oversized screened lanai with Bar-B-Q, has stairs down to Gulf front heated pool and white sandy beaches. 3BR/2BA SEVERAL CONDOS AVAILABLE. $1,649,000 PAL.IL ru- 4.,' A-RLilN(GTON ROAD Full Bay yiews are unbelievable! 100' seawall, total remodel includes Maple cabinets, Corian counters, new appliances, new tile and carpet, newly painted, new A/C and oversized garage. Amazing sunsets! Only 17 minutes from St. Pete. 2BR/2BA $985,000 CORTEZ-12917 W 42ND Direct Bayfront lot with incredible sunsets. Small gated enclave of custom homes. Lot has deeded boat slip; Enjoy Anna Maria without the island traffic, the sugar sand beaches of Cortez beach are just five minutes away. $995,000 BRADENTON BEACH - SANDCASTLE Gulf front newer construction, complex only has 8 units, covered parking, pool, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, beautifully turn-key furnished, elevator. $1,699,000 t:941/366-8777 www.skysothebys.com Each Office Is Independently Owned And Operated. I . ... .. ......-- ....... .. ... ......... 22 M AUG. 9, 2066 i THE ISLANDER CONNECT-ICON Your local computer specialist. Experi- enced certified technician for communication electronics offers wireless and cable networks, upgrades, maintenance, repairs, tutoring and training. Call Robert, 941-778-3620. ROOFING REPAIRS and replacements. Remodeling, repairs, additions, screen rooms, kitchens, baths. Free esti- mates. License #CGC061519, #CCC057977, #PE0020374. Insured. Accepting MasterCard/Visa. 941-720-0794. PROFESSIONAL IT. SERVICES: Complete computer solutions for business and home. Installation, repairs, upgrades, networking, Web services, wireless services. Richard Ardabell, network engineer, 941-778-5708, or cell 216-509-1945.. CUCCIO TILE: Many Island references. Free estimates. Licensed and insured. 941-730-2137. EXPERIENCED CERTIFIED TEACHER available for tutoring in math, science and reading for elementary-to college-level students. $35/hour. 941-524-4177. ANNA MARIA ROCK School at School for Constructive Play. Lessons in guitar, drums, piano, bass guitar, saxo- phone, flute, theory. All ages. Call 941-778-1747. HANDYMAN SERVICES: PAINTING caulking, interior carpentry, custom mirror and other interior/exterior gen- eral household repairs. Offering quality services since 1994. Reliable. Call Colin at 941-376-0541. PRESSURE WASHING, GUTTERS cleaned, lawn care, trim- ming, odd jobs. Senior discounts. Call John, 941-773-6689. ANNA MARIA SiCoast REAL ESTATE LLC HOLMES BEACH WATERFRONT 3BR/2BA home. Tile, pavers, fence, room for pool, new dock, direct access to Tampa Bay. $799,900. BAY PALMS WATERFRONT - SELLER FINANCING 3-4BR/2BA canalfront, ceramic tile, granite counters, heated pool and Jacuzzi. Family room, dock. $1,179,000. ANNA MARIA CONTEMPORARY 4BR/2BA open plan, vaulted ceiling, elevator, four-car garage. Bamboo flooring, turnkey furnished. Near beach. $1,350,000. GULF PLACE CONDO 3BR/2BA turnkey furnished, tennis, heated pool, beautiful beach, on-site management, excellent rental. $995,000. KEY ROYALE NORTH POINT HARBOUR 2BR/2BA waterfront home. New seawall, 20,000 lb. boatlift. Community heated pool, tennis. $870,000. FABULOUS GULFFRONT OCEANA CONDO 3BR/2BA turnkey furnished on beautiful beach. Small pets, open plan, elevator, carport, shutters. $1,999,000. SUN PLAZA WEST CONDO 2BR/2BA turnkey furnished, Gulffront complex, heated pool, secured entry, beach, tennis. From $675,000. WILDEWOOD SPRINGS CONDOS 2BR/2BA Tuscany villa. Mexican tile, patio. $399,900. 2BR/2BA lowest price in Wildewood!!! $269,900. HOLMES BEACH POOL HOME 2BR/2BA open plan. Vaulted ceiling, wet bar, deck, large lot, fenced yard, pool and hot tub. $574,500. BEACH HOUSE - LARGE LOT 4BR/2BA just steps to white-sand beach, turnkey furnished, deck. Seller financing. $1,299,000. GULFFRONT WATER'S EDGE CONDO 2BR/2BA condo. Gorgeous view, updated, turnkey, beautiful walking beach, secured lobby. $995,000. PERIWINKLE COTTAGE 2BR close to beach. Great income producer, Italian tile, fire- place, turnkey furnished. Charming! $649,900.. OLD FLORIDA - ANNA MARIA NEAR BEACH 3BR/1.5BA Cracker cottage plus studio apartment. West of Gulf Dr. Just steps to. finest beach! $875,000. KEY ROYALE BAYFRONT 3BR/2.5BA home. Panoramic view, split plan, room for pool, 88-foot dock. 122-foot waterfront. $2,500,000. TRADEWINDS RESORT VILLA 1BR/1BA turnkey furnished. Heated pool, just steps to beach, rental program, small pet. $325,900. SEASIDE BEACH HOUSE CONDO 1BR/1.5BA turnkey furnished, Sautillo tile, pool, beautiful beach. Direct Gulf view, manager, excellent rental. $799,900. ANNUAL and SEASONAL RENTALS 779-0202 * (800) 732-6434 ANNA MARIA , ML Su REAL ESTATE LLC Island Shopping Center * 5402 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, Florida 34217 * www.suncoastinc.comu LEWIS MOBILE CAR wash service at your home, office, anywhere inside or outside. Wash, vacuuming, detailing. Henry Lewis. Cell (941) 465-6963. MASSAGE THERAPY: Licensed 10 years, seven years with physical therapist. Available for relaxation, inju- ries, chronic pain. Serving Island and west Bradenton. House calls or my residence. Jeff Rogers, 941-713-2694. License no. MA22438. PET PHOTOGRAPHY at your home. Summer spe- cial, 10 percent off. Visit snaparts.com. 941-356-7303. Snaparts@aol.com. MUSIC LESSONS! Flute, saxophone, clarinet. Beginning to advanced. Contact Koko Ray, 941-758-0395. BEACH SERVICE air conditioning, heat, refrigera- tion. Commercial and residential service, repair and/or replacement. Serving Manatee County and the Island since 1987. For dependable, honest and personalized service, call William Eller, 941-795-7411. CAC184228. ANYONE CAN TAKE a picture. A professional creates 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 experi- ence. References available. For a reasonable price, call Sebastian, 941-704-6719. LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? You can read Wednes- day's classified at noon Tuesday at www.islander.org. And it's FREE! L Smith REALTORS GULF FRONT CONDO- Serene Gulf vistas can be yours at a remark- able price. Spacious 3BR/2BA with private lanai overlooking white sandy beach. Undercover parking. $795,000. Call Lori Guerin, Real- tor 941-773-3415 or Carmen Pedota, Realtor 941-284-2598 eves. GULFVIEW CONDO - 2BR/2BA full Gulf view condo, second floor, corner unit. Offered at $825,000. Call Michel Cerene, Broker-Associ- ate 941-545-9591 eves. CANALFRONT ANNA MARIA- This large 3BR/3BA family home is an easy walk to the beach and has great expansion potential. Tile and wood floors. The master bedroom is the ultimate master suite with a spa bathroom and a kitchenette. Auto generator keeps the whole first floor running. $1,195,000. Call Lori Guerin, Realtor' 941-773-3415 or Carmen Pedota, Realtor 941-284-2598 eves. SINGLE FAMILY-Centrally located, one block to beach. 2BR/2BA spacious home on corner lot. $635,000. Call Joy Murphy, Realtor 941-730-2820 eves. AZALEA PARK - 4BR/2BA, in Bradenton openri floor plan, fireplace, family room, plus Florida room, roof November2002, steps to com- munity pool. $415,000 Call Zee Catanese, Realtor 742-0148 eves. 5910 Marina Drive - Holmes Beach FL 34217 Call (941) 778-0777 or Rentals 778-0770 1-800-741-3772* info@smithrealtors.com Web site: www.smithrealtors.com . j A EIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE INC. Pam Dial, PA S (941) 704-4962 Tidy Island - TrddiUonial eeganbie : Cortez Village- The old Honaa lifestyle Describe 1ihi5 3QR/38A 3 2411 shorriE on isyours.today in this charming newer Sar3c.01t Bay Waling ,in y:u are hil wiih home in quaint Cortez Village. This house a solid glass wall of breathtaking water is just steps from all the uniqueness and views and totally renovated sophistication history of one of the few working fishing everywhere you look. $1,195,000. villages left in Florida. $829,000. Bridgeport - Unit.is totally renovated with Full bay views and shows like a model. Watch the dolphin play from almost every room. Turnkey furnished with La-z-boy furniture and almost new appliances. Bright ceramic tile throughout, laundry room, open kitchen with breakfast bar, covered parking, heated. pool and deeded beach access. $597,700. Smuggler's Landing - 2BR/2BA water- front condo with den. Almost 1,600 sf with 40-foot deep-water boat slip. Vaulted ceil- ings, built-ins and wet-bar. $699,000. Over 20 years experience specializing www.floridamoves.com/pamela.dial HERON HABBOUR- Want to be close to the beach at a VERY affordable price? Then this is it. Adorable 2BR2BA condo in established :.:|Tmp1le. rngi oi ol '5th St. W. Walk to shopping and great restaurants. Extra-large i.:re, r d larial for ,uIido Flrid livi, a it's Nto',l a e rei lh r: i:,,po l .i nn,,. ja d t:luthu je. .'t19 J .00 R u n a w a y B a y - B uJ , ,',I hii liri, ,, i ,I r opportunity to snatch up a-bargain on this newly renovated unit. Turnkey fur- nished ground-floor unit directly across from deeded beach access. $399,000. g in waterfront & boating properties pa * pamela.dial@floridamoves.com CONNIE'S LANDSCAPING INC. Residential and com- mercial. Full-service lawn maintenance, landscaping, cleanup, hauling and more! 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. CLOUD 9 LANDSCAPING: Top quality lawn and land- scape maintenance. Now accepting new accounts at great rates. Please call 941-778-2335 or 284-1568. JR'S LANDSCAPING AND MAINTENANCE Lawns, native plants, mulching, trimming, hauling, cleanup. Island resident 25 years. Call 941-807-1015. THE GRASS HOPPER Man will give your lawn the TLC it deserves and beat most prices. Residential and com- mercial. Call for free estimate, 941-755-4474. SHELL DELIVERED and spread. $42/yard. Hauling: all kinds of gravel, mulch, top soil with free estimates. Call Larry at 941-7-95-7775, "shell phone" 941-720-0770. KARAZ LANDSCAPE Lawn Service. Mulch, clean-ups, power washing, tree trimming and more. City of Anna Maria resident. Cell 941-448-3857. NATURE'S DESIGN LANDSCAPING. Design and instal- lation. Tropical landscape specialist. Residential and commercial. 30-years experience. 941-729-9381. STRAIGHT SHOT LANDSCAPE: Complete cleanup, instal- lations, native plants, palms, aquascapes, rock and patios. Shell installed $42/yard. Shark Mark 941-727-5066. REDUCED! S5804 Imperiore Avenue, S" Holmes Beach! Spanish style near the beach! Mexican tile throughout, granite, turnkey, 3BR 2BA, wiln room for a pool! MUST SEE! Call Sue for a showing and MAKE AN OFFER! $584,900 An Islan4 Place Realty (941) 779-9320 .www.islandplacerealty.com 411 Pine Ave *Anna Maria Kathy Geeraerts, Realtor 778-0455 . , . , REAL ESTATE J OF ANNA MARIA www.greenreal.com 1 r-I THE ISLANDER U AUG. 9, 2006 E 23 CLOUD NINE LANDSCAPING: Mulching, shelling, plant, sod and tree installation. Full landscape installation. No job too big or too small. Excellent references. Fully insured. Please call 941-778-2335. VAN-GO PAINTING residential/commercial, interior/exte- rior, pressure cleaning, wallpaper. Island references. Bill, 941-795-5100. JOE UNGVARSKY CONSTRUCTION Remodeling contrac- tors. In-house plan designs. State licensed and insured. Many Island references. 941-778-2993. License #CRC 035261. INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR PAINTING free estimates. 35- year Island resident. Call Jim Bickal at 941-778-1730. CHRISTIE'S PLUMBING Island and off-Island service 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 supplied and installed. Quality workmanship, prompt, reliable, many Island references. Call Neil, 941-726-3077. ROOFING REPAIRS and replacements. Remodeling, repairs, additions, screen rooms, kitchens, baths. Free esti- mates. License #CGCO61519, #CCC057977, #PE0020374. Insured. Accepting MasterCardNisa. 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, cabinets and shutters. Insured and licensed, 941-748-4711. TILE, CARPET, LAMINATE supplied and installed. Why pay retail? Island resident, many references. Free esti- mates, prompt service. Steve Allen Floor Coverings. 941 - 792-1367, or 726-1802. 441 * ~J C RIVERVIEW CUSTOM Thit.- Ctl1.0oIn Sptiaiilh-s le 3BR 3B home \ ith \ ies 4-'4.;.-_- o" tile Mlan.tee Ri\er and S ,v, 'opern-fl orplanisotffergrci-us , I\ n11 g 'I dljCr lnllnllull ta'Ite h The high celinigs .and arched entr to the Il ing loom cornplete ith fireplace and -r-,- balcony. o\ erloo.king the rit er jl[ J I.-. adds just the right touch. A I : gourmet kitchen, complete with pantry closet, is designed r- to be the center. of family j gatherings or entertaining. 1 _L:J.; L Way too many features to name! $989,000. ,Gulf-Bay Realty. Jesse Brisson Broker Associate, GRI 941-713-4755 JERRY'S HOME REPAIR: Carpentry work, handyman, light plumbing, electrical, light hauling, pressure washing and tree trimming. Call 941-778-6170 or 447-2198. WINDOW SHADES, BLINDS, shutters and more. Life- time warranty. Call Keith Barnett for a free in-home con- sultation. Island references, 15 years experience. 941- 778-3526 or 730-0516. HANDYMAN SERVICE: Winton's Home-Buddy Inc. Retired banker, Island resident, converting life-long hobby to business. Call 941-705-0275 for free estimates. IMPACT WINDOWS AND doors. Exclusive distribu- tor: Weatherside LLC on Holmes Beach. Free, cour- teous estimates. Jeld-wen Windows and Doors. Lic.# CBC1253145. 941 -730-5045. THIRTY-SIX YEARS craftsman experience. Interior, exterior, doors, stairs, windows, trim. Pressure wash. Driveway paint. Dan Michael, master carpenter. Call 941-518-3316 . TUB AND TILE refinishing: A division of D.J. Murphy Painting Inc. Save up to 80 percent over traditional remodeling costs. Call us with your kitchen and bath needs. Don't buy new - redo! 941-751-1245. Licensed, certified and insured. INTERIOR SURFACE RENOVATION: Drywall, texture, paint, tile, wall and ceiling repairs, Fred Weingartner, 941-586-3656. RANDY'S REMODELING: WINDOWS, door, insulation, drywall, interior trim, carpentry, finishing, texture, demoli- tion and exterior repair. 941-320-2506. QUALITY TRIM CARPENTRY: Specializing in interior crown moulding, door, window and base trim. Licensed and insured. Kimball Wood, 941-744-9892 or 941-400-4319. RENTALS available weekly, monthly, seasonal. Wedebrock Real Estate Co., 941-778-6665 or 800-749-6665. S", )efcome Jo aradise! Call Deborah Thrasher for all your real estate needs! 941-518-7738 or debmthrash@aol.com : OPEN WATER VIEWS AND STEPS TO BEACH! Quiet north end location! Turnkey tub! New tile floors and neW kiIchen cabinets. Offered at: $799,000. 10.41 ACRES off state road 70 in quiet subdivision, beautiful property with pond, can subdivide into five-acre parcels. Reduced at: $599,000. ISLAND CONVENIENCE STORE WITH GAS! REDUCED TO $149,900 & INVENTORY! Super opportunity to own Island business! Deborah Thrasher/RE/MAX EXCELLENCE 24 North Blvd. of the Presidents, Sarasota, FL 941-383-9700. S 0 OO0S O000000 00 S@*S00060O00000000 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/1BA 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, 1 BR/1 BA, $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. BRADENTON BEACH: NEWLY remodeledlBR/1BA suite with full kitchen, fully furnished, one block from Bridge Street, three minute walk to beach. Sleeps four only. No pets. Now taking reservations for summer. Avail- able weekly, monthly or seasonal. 941-776-3696, or e- mail bjustin628@tampabay.rr.com. ANNUAL OR SEASONAL: New home, 55-plus park, across from beach, turnkey furnished, 2BR/2BA, central air conditioning, heat, washer and dryer, carport. $1,100/ month, call for seasonal rate. 941 -778-4349. ANNUAL RENTAL: 3BR/2BA Palma Sola Park. New kitchen and bath, new paint, large yard. $1,600/month. First/last/security. 941-778-5445. ANNUAL RENTAL: 2BR/1BA Anna Maria waterfront apartment with dockage. $1,300/month. Furnished or unfurnished. Cable and water included. First/last/secu- rity. 941-778-5445. ISLAND CASTLE: FABULOUS French Normandy home. 4BR/3BA on best beach and quiet street in Anna Maria. 941-794-8202. ANNUAL RENTAL WESTBAY Cove: Lower unit, 2BR/2BA waterfront, unfurnished. Includes water, sewer, cable. Old Florida Realty, 941-778-3377 or 941-713-9096. 31 Years of Professional Service EXPERIENCE - REPUTATION - RESULTS TOWNHOUSE/VILLA-3BR/3BA Heated pool, gazebo, upgrades. $598,000. ARBORS 2BR/2BA-golf course, turnkey, clubhouse. $263,900. MARTINIQUE N.-Direct Gulf view, corner with garage, storage. Updated. Shows beautifully. $899,000. KEY ROYALE-Canalfront lot. 9,450 sf. Golf course view. $699,000. HARBOUR VILLA CLUB- 2BR/2BA, turnkey, boat dock. $794,900. DESOTO SQUARE VILLA - 2BR/2BA, gated community. $175,000. THE LINKS AT PINEBROOK - Golf course view, beautifully furnished. 2BR/2BA. $260,000. VACATION, SEASONAL AND ANNUAL RENTALS LUXURY GULFFRONT VILLAS, CONDOS, HOMES 5508C MARINA DRIVE * 778-0807 * 800-956-0807 yrealty3@aol.com * www.tdollyyoungrealestate.com * AND 2 BEDROOM CONDOS Enjoy fabulous sunsets from your rooftop deck! Just one block from the beach and centrally located in Bradenton Beach. Walk to Historic Bridge Street, restaurants, shops, and marina. Turnkey furnished & ready to rent. New heated pool and rooftop deck! Wonderful island escape! Starting at $329,000. LARGE LOT 101x112-foot lot located in central Holmes Beach. Many possibilities on this property including room to build two homes. $689,000. NORTH BEACH VILLAGE Roomy and bright townhome in Holmes Beach. Largest floor plan with two-car garage, hurricane shutters, three decks and has plenty of storage. This sought-after community is centrally located, has a heated pool, low maintenance fees and is a short walk to the beach! $569,000. 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. 539 ul Dive-Hle ec ww glfayeat.com ANNUAL RENTALS 1BR/1BA upstairs apartment $675/month plus utilities. 2BR/2BA canal home $1,300/month plus utilities. Annual lease, first and last plus security. No pets. NOW BOOKING FOR WINTER SEASON 2007 "We ARE the Island!" SINCE 1957 Marie Franklin, Lic. Real Estate Broker 941 778-2259 Fax 941 778-2250 E-mail amrealty@verizon.net Web site www.annamariareal.com - - - - - - - - - - - A 24 1 AUG. 9, 2006 0 THE ISLANDER Sandy's Lawn Service Inc. Sandy's Established in 1983 Lawn Celebrating 23 Years of S' e"rie Quality & Dependable Service. S .Service Call us for your landscape 7781345 / and hardscape needs. t1_ 345"Licensed & Insured Paradise Improvements 778.4173 Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Specialist -. 'Replacement Doors and Windows Steven Kaluza - Andrew Chennault Fully Licensed and Insured * Island References Lic#CBC056755 - WAGNEQ REALTY .. .SINw miR 2217 CllIF DDIVEt NO H * K P 1-5 ADENTON 1iMACHI. F1l, . 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Gulf Coast Maintenance Program PROPERTIES 100% FINANCING AVAILABLE (941)782-5609 Experienced in: Now accepting annual rental ALL REPAIR TYPES properties on Anna Maria Island 941-556-ROOF Chris 941-556-7663 Ealeb 727-341-1600 . agOererge 2 FREE ESTIMATES Over 20 years Licensed & Insured Real Eslale fLic. #CCC1325742} experience Anyone can take a picture. . A professional 4 creates a portrait. ~gELKA PHOTOGR4PHICS A 941-w 8-2- k."ll on- Iwww.jackelka.cont}. ":.. SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, townhouse: 2BR/2BA with bal- cony and view of mountains. Weekly or monthly rental. Call Paige at 941-798-3448. LARGE 2BR/2BA VILLA: 55-plus, furnished/unfurnished.. Great location, quiet, modern. 941-750-0648. HOLMES BEACH ANNUAL 2BR/2BA, Gulf-view, large .deck, washer and dryer, office, two-car garage, office. Steps to beach. $1,400/month. 941-545-6118. WEEKLY/MONTHLY/ANNUAL rentals: wide variety, changes daily. SunCoast Real Estate, 941-779-0202, or 1-800-732-6434. www.suncoastinc.com. ANNUAL: ISLAND HOME 2BR/1BA with garage and fenced yard. Newly remodeled. $1,200/month plus utili- ties. Small pet OK. 941-795-8979. Credit check. ANNUAL RENTAL: 2BR/2BA riverfront condo. Downtown Bra- denton. Gated, pool, gym. Washer/dryer, carpet, tile, Corian counters Covered parking. $995/month-plus. 703-680-1676. BEACHSIDE GROUND LEVEL: 1BR/1BA, great views, like new, sleeps four, $770/week or special seasonal rates. 106 72nd St., Holmes Beach. 863-529-3579. ANNUAL HOLMES BEACH duplex: 2BR/2BA completely remodeled, furnished, washer and dryer. $1,000/month plus utilities. 941-778-1819.2906 Ave. B, Holmes Beach. PALMA SOLA: 3BR/2BA, two-car garage, pool, lanai, block to bay, $1,700/month. Sandpiper mobile: block to beach, 2BR/1BA, 55-plus, $850/month. 1BR/1BA, 55- plus, $750/month, August through December 2006. 941- 778-3051 or 775-338-9492. ANNUAL HOLMES BEACH condo at Sandy Pointe: 2BR/2BA furnished, washer and dryer, covered parking for two cars. $1,200/month plus utilities. 813-486-9535. NICEST HOME IN North Beach Village. Total remodel 2006. Heated pool, sun desks, screened patio. One minute to beach. Private cul-de-sac, tropical landscape. $900/weekly. Amivacationrentals.com. 407-765-4445. 55-AND-OVER BRADENTON Beach mobile home rental. 1 BR/1 BA, steps to beach or bay. $800/month, $300/week. Available April through December. 941-779-4634. FURNISHED MOTHER-IN-LAW apartment, canal view with a large deck, dock and saltwater pool to share. Apartment has private entrance, bath and kitchenette. All utilities except telephone included. $350/week or.$850/ month. Perfect for a clean and quiet individual! Please e-mail tlyonsrq @verizon.net.or call 941-928-8735. Leave message for information and availability. ANNUAL 2BR/1 BA: AIR conditioning, washer and dryer, water, large pool, cable. Parking only 200 steps to beach. First, last and security. $950/month. 941-779-1586. ANNUAL RENTAL: 1BR/1BA, updated, tile, $750/month. Call Island Real Estate, 941-778-6066. CORTEZ ROAD CONDOS: Canal access to Gulf, dock. 1 BR furnished. Book for now or next year. Yearly or monthly. More information, 863-687-4052 or e-mail sestate2@tampabay.rr.com. 2BR/2BA CONDO AT the Waterway in west Bradenton. Boat slip, pool, washer and dryer, water-view. Annual or long-term. 941-773-3375. HOLMES BEACH 1BR/1BA: 750 sf apartment. 1001feet from bay. Includes water and trash. $800/month. First, last and security deposit. 949-813-4900, ANNUAL RENTAL: EFFICIENCY, furnished or unfurnished, $575/month. Call Island Real Estate, 941-778-6066. HOLMES BEACH 2BR/1 BA beach house. 1,400 sf, one and one half blocks to beach, $1,150/month. Furnished, $1,300/ month. First, last and security deposit. 949-813-4900. - ANNUAL RENTAL: 3BR/21A, two-car garage near Blake Hos- pital. $1,150/month. Call Island Real Estate, 941-778-6066. ANNUAL DUPLEX: CHARMING 2BR/2BA, Florida room, washer and dryer hookups, tile floors, carport, $1,000/ month; 2BR/1 BA washer and dryer hookups, carport, $900/month; 1 BR/1 BA nice, clean, $700/month. Dolores M. Baker Realty, 941-778-7500. ANNUAL MENTAL: VERY private 2BR/2BA in Holmes Beach. Washer and dryer, $1,050/month. Call Island - Real Estate, 941-778-6066. SEASONAL RENTAL: NORTH end of Longboat Key. One bedroom villa on bay with dock. Beach on side. Private, beautiful views. Call for rates. 941-374-0304, ANNUAL HOLMES BEACH home: 4BR/3BA, heated pool, fenced backyard, garage, and large corner lot, pets OK, unfurnished! $1,800/month plus utilities. Call Adele at An Island Place Realty, 941-779-9320 or 941- 587-6328. ANNUAL GULFFRONT: 2BR/2BA, 55-plus, heated pool, direct beachfront, furnished! $1,100/month plus utilities.. Call Adele at An Island Place Realty, 941-779-9320 or 941-587-6328. ANNUAL RENTAL IN CORTEZ VILLAGE: 1BR/1BA studio, beautifully landscaped, decorated and furnished! $900/month plus utilities. Call Adele at An Island Place Realty, 941-779-9320 or 941-587-6328. ANNUAL: CUTE, FURNISHED 1BR/1BA duplex. Lake- front with dock. Garage with washer and dryer. Walk to beach. No smoking/pets. Holmes Beach. $875/month. 941-232-3704. FOR RENT: LEASE/option. 4BR/3BA, steps to beach. Can split to two apartments. 941-447-4552. ANNUAL DUPLEX: 2BR/2BA, newly renovated, walking dis- tance to beach and shops. Ready to move in immediately. $950/month. Call Bob at 941-527-7661 or 941-778-3960. ANNUAL RENTAL OR lease/purchase. 2BR townhouse 500 feet from Gulf. Updates with granite, tile in kitchen, baths. Patio, private yard, washer and dryer. 941-778-4548. FOR RENT OR sale: Palma Sola, 3BR/2BA, two-car garage, pool, lanai. Block to bay. $1,595/month or owner carry, $320,000. 941-778-3051 or 775-338-9492. ISLAND HOME: LARGE 3BR/2BA, two-car garage avail- able immediately. 941-725-1694. ANNUAL RENTAL: 2BR/1 BA duplex. Anna Maria City across from beach. $950/month plus utilities. 941-778-7003. SEASONAL OR WEEKLY cottage-style rentals. 1 BR/1BA or 2BR/1 BA with pool. Walk to beach, shopping, restau- rants. 941-778-3426. Web site 2spinnakers.com. WATERFRONT PROPERTY 2BR/2BA located on deep- water canal with large dock and views of Tampa Bay. $779,000 or best offer. 941-779-1512. 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. 3BR/2BA: One bedroom used as a den/office/playroom, enclosed lanai, tiled with carpeted bedrooms. 1,400 sf, county water/sewer, citrus trees; near Brentwood school in Sarasota. Reduced to $274,900. 941-379-4196 or 941-954-7474. KEY ROYALE: Holmes Beach. Direct bayfront, gorgeous view of Skyway, 3BR/2.5BA, two-car garage, private dock. $2,500,000. North Point Harbor canalfroht 4BR/3BA, five- car garage. Elevated with new lap pool/spa/waterfall, sea- wall and dock. $872,500.2BR/2BA, two-car garage, reno- vated ranch with new seawall/dock/20,000-lb lift. $989,500. Both with community pool and tennis. Call Lynn Bankuty, Realtor, SunCoast Real Estate, 941-737-1420. C P R: 941-794.1515. Sales, rentals, property manage- ment. Coastal Properties Realty. www.coastalproperties- realtycom. BAYVIEW AND CANALFRONT with pool. 2BR/2BA open plan, new kitchen. Totally upgraded. Dock, three davits. Owner motivated. Not a, drive-by, must see inside! By owner. Call Herb Dolan, 941-705-4454. 404 21st Place. Bradenton Beach. DESIRABLE ANNA MARIA lot for sale by owner, 50x110 feet. 117 Willow Avenue. Asking $500,000. 813-837-6224. LONGBOAT DUPLEX: 4-6 bedrooms on canal: Deeded beach access& Rent it out or redevelop (adjacent prop- erty available). $799,000. Mary Ann Namack, Longview Realty, 941-383-6112. LOT. FOR SALE: One block to Gulf. 50x100 feet, cleared. $539,000.-215 71st St., Holmes Beach. (941) 778-4036.- HOLMES BEACH DUPLEX: 4BR/2BA great annual rental history. Updated, close to beach and bay. $539,000.94.1- 778-5482. ALMOST ISLAND HOME: Adorable 1BR/1BA. Brand new furnished, bay windows with water view. Hur- ricane Force-3 manufactured home. One mile from Anna Maria Island and one block from Intracoastal Waterway with new marina and boat ramp. Land owned. Home owner's association optional. $159,900. 941-224-6521. BAGS PR ISO0T N SLOBS RHEAS 0 RE0 ON TRIA EAR LE HELLO MYOUTPUTISDOWNBUT EASEL BAR S I STE. 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Bridget Spies, ReMax Properties, 941-308-6763. MSL# 313022. BEACH CONDO: LIKE new. Priced below appraised value. 717-392-4048. BRAND NEW 3BR/2BA HOME IN pleasant Palmetto. Water views and shady pergola. Three-car garage. $310,000 or offer. Call Carleen at 941-224-6521. ANNA MARIA 3BR/1BA home. Updated, fully furnished, ground-level. Two blocks to Gulf. $515,000. 941-727-5789. WEST BRADENTON: OPEN noon-4pm Sunday. Six months condo fees paid! Free-standing, private three- bedroom upgraded condo with two-car garage, new lanai. Call for details, 941-792-0763. $309,900. 5605 Whipporwill Ct. off 59th Street West, Tanglewood. REDUCED $151,000! BUY now and save Realtor's fee and more. Brand new 3BR/3BA, steps to beach, elevator, granite, bamboo floors, Gulf view. $999,000. 941-932- 7131. 747 Jacaranda, Anna Maria. OPEN HOUSE: 1-4pm Sunday: New home, 3,746 sf 3- 4BR/3BA, granite/cherry kitchen, three screened veran- das. $829,000. Horizon Realty, 941-725-7000. 303 58th St., Holmes Beach. CANAL HOME FOR sale in Holmes Beach by owner. $790,000. Call 717-392-4048. UPDATED 3BR/2BA: 1,560 sf, tastefully furnished and decorated, sold turnkey. For sale by owner. Buyer's agents, 3 percent. Appointments only. 813-818-8314. 8104 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. COURTYARD COTTAGE, 700 feet to the bay in north Anna Maria! Some peeks of the bay! $405,000. Call Green Real Estate for more details. 941-778-0455. OWNERS! WE HAVE a list of good, qualified tenants seek- ing nice annualjhomes of all sizes. Consider renting while the-market heats up again! Please call Adele at An Island Place Realty. Office, 941-779-9320 or cell 941-587-6328. NORTHWEST BRADENTON: THE best buy in this friendly, small community next to Palma Sola Bay. A very tidy and clean Richmond home on a double lot. $325,.000. -, Call Ken Jackson at Green Real Estate, 941-778-0455. FO'R-SAL OR rent: Palma Sola, 3BR/2BA, two-car garage, pool, lanal-Bloek-toJby. Owner carry $320,000, or $1,595/month. 941-778-3051 61775-338-9492. PERICO BAY CLUB: 3BR/2BA with full bay views! Gran- ite countertops, glazed porcelain tile, carpet, designer furnishings, plantation shutters and more. $575,000. 859-264-8644. COSTA RJCA: GET out of the rat race and find your Shan- gri-La. Local Realtor offering homesites starting in the $40s and homes starting in the $160s on the Caribbean coast. Be a part of my neighborhood in paradise. Call Robin Kollar, broker, Gulf-Bay Realty, 941-713-4515. ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla., Inlet sunrise condos. Waterfront, dock. $1 million-plus. Call Pat Chesser, Realtor, Olde Carriage Realty Inc. 904-501-5032. FIND GREAT DEALS on wheels and everything else in The Islander, 778-7978. MILLION-DOLLAR VISTAS with cool mountain breezes high atop the Smokies between prestigious Highlands/Franklin/ Dillard. Exclusive, private, secluded. Huge homesites from $175,000. 800-679-7976. www.highlandspass.com. GULFFRONT LOTS: $595,000. Homes starting mid-$300s. New master-planned oceanfront community on beautiful Mustang Island, near Corpus Christi, Texas. www.cinna- monshore.com. 866-891-5163. EASTTENNESSEE: NORRIS Lake 5.6-acre wooded lakefront lot, $66,500; 5.1-acre wooded-view lot, $28,900. Call Lakeside Realty at 423-626-5820, or visit www.lakesiderealty-tn.com. MURPHY, N.C.: Aah, cool summers, mild winters, afford- able homes and mountain cabins, land. Call for free bro- chure, 877-837-2288. Exit Realty Mountain View Proper- ties. www.exitmurphy.com. BEAUTIFUL NORTH CAROLINA: Escape the heat in the beautiful peaceful mountains of western North Carolina. Homes, cabins, acreage and investments. Cherokee Mountain GMAC Real Estate. cherokeemountainrealty. com. Call for free brochure, 800-841-5868. DIRECT OCEAN-ACCESS properties starting at only $79,900! Properties up to three-plus acres available! One day only sale! Aug. 12. Call today for reservation! 866-950- 5263, ext 1105. TAX DEED TITLE insurance without a quiet title action faster and cheaper. Dave Schumacher, president, Tax Title Services, 949-798-1180. www.taxtitleservices.com PRICED FOR QUICK sale! 3.2-acre lake lot, 148 feet of frontage. Northeast Georgia's largest and newest lake, Patriot's Pointe, $98,500. More information, 706-213-6734. www.lakerussellproperties.com. WITH TENNESSEE'S BEAUTIFUL lakes and mountains, you are sure to find the perfect spot to call home. Call Nancy Gaines, Gables & Gates, 865-388-7703 or 865- 777-9191. www.nancygaines.com. NATIONAL BUILDER: ZERO percent down when you own land! Home built on your lot starting at $58 per square foot. Call for free color brochures, 800-622-2832. EUFALA, ALA., WATERFRONT gated community two hours from Atlanta and the coast. 1/2 to 3 acres from the $40s. Fishing, boating, swimming and more. Clubhouse, boat slips, nature trails. 866-882-1107. KENTUCKY: LAKE CUMBERLAND limited land sale. Up to $10,000 off all waterfront parcels! Parcels with generous 120-foot frontage are being discounted for a limited time. Pool, tennis, walking trails. 866-462-8198. LAKE BARKLEY, KY land: Sunsets and serenity are yours at this beautiful lakefront community on the Tennessee/Ken- tucky border. 90 minutes to Nashville. Close to national recre- ation area. One- to 40 acres from the $40s. 866-339-4966. LOOKING TO OWN land? Invest in rural acreage through- out America. Coastal, mountain, waterfront properties, 20- to 200 acres. For free special land reports: www.landbuy- ersguide.com/fl. VIRGINIA MOUNTAINS: FIVE acres with frontage on very large pristine creek, very private, excellent fishing, canoe- ing, good access, near New River Trail State Park, $39,500. Owner, 866-789-8535. www.mountainsofVA.com. GEORGIA/ NORTH CAROLINA: Captivating mountain views, lakes, rivers, waterfalls. Homesites starting at $39,900. Log home kits at $39,900. Limited availability. Call 888-389-3504, ext.700. 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