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Skimming the news ... Don't forget to 'fall back' Sunday! Details, page 16. r AnnaMaria MI-1^ |^1<^ |^ Q'^ "The Best News on Anna Maria Island Since 1992" www.islander.org Volume 14, No. 51 Oct. 25, 2006 FREE Pumpkin walk! Sisters Piper, 4, and Maite Hansen, 1 1/2, walk through rows of pumpkins enjoying the splash of fall color at Harvest United Methodist Church in Lakewood Ranch. Painted pumpkins are from the "patch" at the Island Publix. Islander Photos: Diana Bogan, Bonner Joy Voter rolls increase prior to Nov. 7 election By Lisa Neff Islander Reporter The U.S. population hit the 300-million mark on Oct. 17, but there were other vital stats to watch closely this month: voter registration figures. Voter registration for the Nov. 7 election closed earlier this month in many locations, including Manatee County. The mid-term election ballots include U.S. House, U.S. Senate, state executive and legislative races, as well as local contests for county and municipal com- missions and boards. Efforts to build voter registration this season went beyond partisan outreach to include campaigns as varied as efforts by Rock the Vote, Focus on the Family, MySpace.com and Wal-Mart. Early estimates suggest these campaigns have added voters young and old to registration rosters across the country. A demographic anal\ sis from the Manatee County Supervisor of Elections Office indicates registration numbers went up this year in the three cities on Anna Maria Island, but down in the 1Mianatee County portion of Longboat Key: In Anna Maria City there are 1,492 acti\ e voters, including 473 Democrats and 679 Republicans. Going into last fall's election, there were 1,48.3 active voters. About 43 percent of them cast ballots. White females represent the largest bloc of regis- tered voters in Anna Maria with 758 voters. The largest group.by age is 66 and up, with 515 voters. Holmes Beach has 3,438 active voters com- pared with 3,406 active voters in the November 2005 election, when turnout was about 29 percent. There are 970 registered Democrats and 1,585 reg- istered Republicans. Again, white females represent the largest voting bloc with 1,735 registered voters. They also represent the largest blocs in Bradenton Beach and Longboat Key. In Bradenton Beach there are 974 active voters, including 296 Democrats and 394 Republicans. The number is up from last fall, when there were 947 active voters. In the Manatee County section of Longboat Key there are 2,231 active voters, a majority of them in the GOP. There are 577 registered Democrats compared to 1,120 registered Republicans. There were 2,276.regis- tered voters last year. The total number of registered voters in Manatee Community turns out for 'Pete's sake' By Diana Bogan Islander Reporter Hundreds and hundreds of people sho0% ed up to support Holmes Beach Police Officer Pete Lannon -and his family Thursday night at a findraising dinner for his benefit. Lan non was recently diagnosed \\ ith pancreatic cancer. " *The turnout was "astounding." said Lannon. He was Peace hugs M Instead t'of'tter- ini inhi ts io Hohesii Beach Polilce Of-.t- ccr Pete Lannion, l- land Girl Scous Semblrat ed /iIIII will peace .si/gns. Lannon is iitndIeli.'ing cai ce treatment and asked g ..e.. sat Thuisdael.s spaghetti dinner to itspecI his l "i' ~-i'- free" cone..4 Aoie on his shirt amid "no hugs or kisses and students were asked to offer him a peace sign instead. Islander Photo: Bonner .Iov overwhelmed by the outpouring of support evident in the tightly-packed activity hall of St. Bernard Catho- lic Church, pro- ing jusi how many people Lannon has impacted during the six years he has worked on the Island - especially teaching programs to Island youth. Many of the familiar faces included families and PLEASE SEE LANNON, NEXT PAGE County is 199,132, including 64,542 Democrats and 87,371 Republicans. The number of active voters in the county went up in 2004 from 2002 and it's gone up again this year. The Islander last week surveyed two dozen Island residents and found 18 were registered to vote. "I think we owe it to our community and our coun- try to be registered and to vote on election day," said Anne Gables, 67, of Anna Maria. "'People say we have a right to vote. I think we have an obligation," said Joel Shoe, 75, of Holmes Beach: Most voters who cast ballots in the general elec- tion will do so on Nov. 7, but there are other options, including absentee balloting and early voting. E arl,' otini; in Manatee County began Monday and continues through Oct. 2.8 and Oct. 30 through Nov. 4. Early voting takes place at.two locations: the Supervi- sor of Elections Office, 321 15th St. W., Bradenton, and Elections Center Annex, 600 301 Blvd. W., Suite 100. Hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Florida law requires voters to present both picture and signature identification cards. Sample ballots for the. election can be found at votemanatee.com/ballotarchive.asp. AME Fall Fest Saturday Anna Maria Elementary School's Fall Fest is Saturday, Oct. 28. The Parent-Teacher Organization-spon- sored fundraising event will be held on school grounds for the first time in three years. The student parade will begin at 10 a.m., and par- ticipants should gather in costumes with their respective classes at.Holmes Beach City Hall at 9:30 a.m. The parade will proceed form there to thie school. All festival activities will take place on the grounds at the school. There will be class- sponsored booths as well as a bounce house and climbing wall. A magician will be strolling the grounds, spooky tales will be told outside the haunted auditorium and, depending on student votes, AME Principal Kathy Hayes might have to kiss a.pig as part of a new contest. Food will be sold and served in the cafeteria as well as bake sale items. , There will be prize drawings throughout the day. Tickets are on sale for $1. The event, following the parade, will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and people are encouraged to use the trolley for transportation or park at Holmes Beach City Hall and walk since parking at the school is limited. 2 OCT. 25, 200(6 THE ISLANDER Fire department seeks referendum support By Lisa Neff Islander Reporter Deputy Chief Brett Pollock last week sought to stoke voter support for a referendum to increase impact fees in the West Manatee Fire & Rescue District. Pollock urged support during a meeting of Mana- Lannon benefit huge success CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 teachers from Anna Maria Elementary School and the former Island Middle School where Lannon taught the Drug Awareness Resistance Education program. However, Lannon said he was also approached by many people whom he didn't know, but who rec- ognized him as the officer conducting traffic at the school crosswalk during arrival and dismissal times. Many told him that they love to see him smile and wave as they pass by the school each morning even if he didn't know them. The dinner included a bake sale, T-shirt sale fea- turing an artist's rendering of "Super Pete," jewelry sale and silent art auction. Jimi Gee and several stu- dents from his music program provided entertainment for the evening. The event raised $13,000 to help Lannon and his family manage financial issues while he undergoes medical treatment and is unable to work. Lannon's wife, Debbie, said the family wants to thank everyone. "Thank you, thank you, thank you," she said. The Holmes Beach Police Department'and friends of Pete are planning another event to take place in November. "Put Your Feet on the Street for Pete" will be a walk-a-thon from Bayfront Park to Anna Maria Elementary School. Event organizers are seeking business sponsors interested in having their name printed on the back of the event T-shirt. Sponsor forms for walkers will be available at HBPD and AME beginning the first week of November and the walk will be held at 10 a.m. Sat- urday, Nov. 18. For more information, call Julie Krokroskia at 778- 5447, or the HBPD at 708-5804. .tee County Commission District 3 residents on Oct. 19. The meeting, held by County Commissioner Jane von Hahmann for constituents, took place at the county utility operations building, 4410 66th St. W., Bradenton. Pollock read for the residents the referendum on the Nov. 7 general election ballot: "Shall West Mana- tee Fire & Rescue District be allowed to increase impact fees on new construction only, to pay for new equipment and facilities as necessary to accommo- date new growth?" The ballot answer options will be "yes" or "no." "This is on new construction only," Pollock said, adding that the referendum does not involve an ad valorem tax. "If you already have an existing home, this doesn't apply to you unless you sell your home and build a brand new home in our fire district." Pollock said the fire district requested the referen- dum to help pay for new facilities and equipment. For example, past impact fee funds went to the purchase of thermal-imaging equipment to detect heat sources and laptop computers to improve operations with 911 dispatches. The current impact fee schedule, set in 1985, is $100 for residential construction and $200 for the first 5,000 square feet of commercial construction. "We're the lowest in the county," Pollock said. A 2005 study conducted by the fire district showed it has a "significantly lower rate compared to other fire dis- tricts." The referendum, which would need approval by the state Legislature and an OK from the governor, could take impact fees to the top of what's allowed in the county. The recommended schedule, said Pollock, is $500 for residential construction and $980 for 5,000 square feet of commercial construction. Additional commer- cial construction would be charged 25 cents per square foot. Pollock didn't hear any complaints about the pro- posed fee increases from the 17 people in attendance at the meeting and he left with several committed "yes" votes. Earl Moreland, the state attorney for the 12th Judi- cial Circuit, also spoke at the meeting. "I'm here to tell you who I am and what I do," said Moreland, a former police officer who was first elected to his office in 1988. For the next 40 minutes, District 3 residents pep- pered Moreland with questions and heard from him about crime and gangs, violence, mental health, sub- stance abuse, government budgets and mandates and unrealistic television crime dramas. City hall gets colorful coat Roman Garcia, with Valcourt Building Services of Florida LLC of Bradenton, reaches his paint roller to a high spot on Holmes Beach City Hall on Oct. 16. Garcia said he expected the work, which involves a blue-and-white color scheme, to be completed sometime this. week. Work on a Sunday drew a. few complaints to The Islander office by folks who complained the city should follow its own contractor rules. Islander Photo: Lisa Neff e tioial Cuisine - -'---. SnWorldlass Wine U mque .agers & Ales Happy Hour ay Friday 4:30pm to 6:30pm Complimentar~ Hors D'oeuvres Drink Specials Win Tastg,-Every other Thursday Don't miss the fun! Cost $10.00 Call for details. DISCOVER , REAIA T -V E RE STAU RANT 111 South Bay Boulevard Anna Maria Island : 941-778-1515 Northern Tip Of Anna Maria Island: Across From The City Pier Lunch: Every Day 11:30am-4:30pm Dinner: Sun-Thurs 4:30pm-9pm : Fri & Sat 4:30pm-10pm www.thewaterfrontrestaurant.net TIHE ISLANDER U OCT. 25. 2006 3 Island haunt: Coquina setting for ghost story By Lisa Neff Islander Reporter "So spooky," Carla Nevins said as she walked through the picnic grounds at Coquina Beach at dusk one evening. The Holmes Beach visitor had just heard the story of the man in black said to be haunting the site. With the air turning a tad cooler, the pine needles crunching under foot and darkness falling sooner, she got a thrill and a chill from the Halloween-themed tale. "I don't say that I believe in ghosts, but who doesn't want to wonder this time of year," said Nevins, of Ames, Iowa. "I believe that places have spirits, like memories, of things that happened or people who were there," said Nevins' walking partner, Joseph Preza. October brings a hallo-fest of fun and fright trick or treat adventures, haunted house visits, costumed extravaganzas, horror flick marathons and the telling of ghost stories. "People love ghost stories," said Bill Sharpe, of Tampa Ghost Watchers, an area group that came together via a Web-based hookup. "It's the old 'what's underneath the bed?' thrill. That fear that people get, that adrenaline rush." The Coquina Beach story as told on Web sites such as www.theshadowlands.net and in paperback col- lections of Gulf legends is set at the very southern tip of Anna Maria Island before the Longboat Key bridge. There a male figure in black is said to walk from the picnic grounds to the shoreline and then vanish. There's speculation that the figure was a guest of a hotel now long gone. The story varies the ghost appears at dusk, at night, or during the day. "That sounds like that might be fun to investigate," said Sharpe, who has been involved in a number of investigations and recently attended the GhoStock ghosthunters convention in Savannah, Ga. The man in black is not the only Island ghost story in circulation. A Bradenton Beach house built on Gulf Drive by Henry Curry in 1,923 was said to be haunted by several ghosts that of a woman drowned in a shipwreck, that of a pipe-smoking sailor and that of a child with a puppy. The building was taken down to make way for a newer home. A third story is set in Holmes Beach. In this tale, a couple went to the Bali Hai Beach Resort, 6900 Gulf Drive, to honeymoon. The groom drowned in the Gulf and the ghost of the bride now haunts the shore, walking the beach in her wedding gown, but only in August. Other ghost stories in Manatee County are set at the Things that go 'bump' at the beach At the Island's south end on Coquina Beach, a male figure in black is said to haunt the picnic grounds. The story goes that he walks from the woods to the shore and vanishes. Islander Photo: Lisa Neff Historic Gamble Plantation in Ellenton, the Sunshine Skyway Bridge, the Sarasota Opera House and the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art in Sarasota. These stories don't involve Amityville Horror-style spirits that wreak havoc, but rather benign beings that go bump in the night or day. Those are the most common stories, said Sharpe. And those are the kinds of ghost stories Nevins prefers. "I like the idea I might-come across a mysterious figure that just disappears into the water,";' she said as the sky over Coquina Beach faded to black. "But noth- ing more. OK?". Mayor SueLynn bows out from Anna Maria City By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter Anna Maria Ma' or SueLN nni attended her last com- mission meeting Oct. 19. ending, nearly\ fi e ,ears of public sert ice to the cit\ She is not seeking re-election in No\ cmber. A scheduled No\. 9 w orkession \\as to ha\e been her last meeting, but commissioners \ oted to hold onl\ one meeting in No\ ember, thatron No\. 16. The meeting ,A ill be preceded b\ the required si\ earing-in ceremony and organizational meeting for the ne\\ commission.. In her last report to the commission, the ma\.or updated commissioners on the states of the cirt\ s efforts to clean up the Villa Rosa project on South Ba\ Boule- N ard and the just-started road pa\ ing project. The site of the former Villa Rosa sales office has been cleaned up somewi hat. said SueL\ nn. but some "issues" remain \with owners GSR De\elopment LL C. She. cit\ attorneN Jim D\ e and other cit\ staff met with GSR la%% \ers last week to discuss further cleanup WOOF! WOOF! efforts and what GSR needs to have the city sign the final plat. GSR needs a final plat to sell the lots at a planned auction sale in earl December. GSR has filed for bankruptcN in the federal court in Tampai. The ma;-or also observed that the first phase of the long-a\\ aited road-paN ing project beman Oct. 16 with 52 sections of cihN roads scheduled for mincro-resurfacing and other streets set to receive a full-depth reclama- tion. In other business., the commission passed an ordi- nance to create a process for the installation of fences in public utility easements, and approved the first read- ing of four ordinances related to lowering the city's flood i nsIurance premiums under the Federal Emergency lManagenment Agenc\'s community rating system. The ordinances are foi flood damage prevention, storm\\ater management, temporary building struc- tures. trailers and recreational vehicles and a property iauitenance code. Building official Ket in Donoihue. \\ ho operates ti-e FENIA CRS sstesm for the cit\. noted that b\ pass- Dog costume parade Oct. 28 " E\pect more barks than boos from the parmcipants in the "' '. Hallow een canine costume contest and pet parade planned for OcL 28 at The lnihvde, new paper office in Holmes Beach. The event a parade iof sorts) and a dogg costume . contest \\ill feature Island pets and their human compan- ions follow ing the fall fesri\ al at the elementary school. " Registration for the contest is from 3-3:30 p.m. Saturday at The Islander office, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. The parade participants will then assemble at "the corral" under-the big tree at the Anna Maria Island Art League, 5312 Holmes Beach Blvd., In one of her last official acts, Anna Maria Mayor and parade to The Islander. There, as the pups and other SueLynn presented an appreciation award to Charles pets circle, judges will decide the prize-winners. Flowers of the Manatee County Farm Committee at Dog bones and other prizes will be awarded, the Oct. 19 city commission meeting in honor of farm although the costume contest is "dogs only." ,city, wek NVov.,lZ--S.lslander Photo: Rick Catlin ing the ordinances, the city will move from a-Class 7 CRS rating to a Class 6, saving city property owners $261,000 in flood insurance premiums. Each move to a lower classification gives the city a 5-percent discount on the premiums. he said. If the city reaches Class 5 as he plans in the future, residents would save a collective $300,000 in premi- ums. SueL\ nn gave Donohue a "-thank you" for. his efforts, noting that since he's been in charge of the CRS, the city lihas mo ed from a Clas' 8 to a Class 6. The meeting adjourned after discussion of the insur- ance settlement for the roof damaged this past summer during a heavy rainstorm, ending four years, and nine months of SueLynn on the commission. Meetings Anna Maria City Nov. 2, 1 p.m., capital improvements advisory com- mittee meeting. Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, 708-6130. Bradenton Beach Oct. 25, 4 p.m., WAVES committee meeting. Oct. 27, 3 p.m., city pier bid opening, Oct. 31, 1 p.m., scenic highway committee meeting. Nov. 2, 7 p.m., city-commission meeting: Bradenton Beach City Hall, 107 Gulf Drive N., 778-1005. Holmes Beach Nov. 3, 1:30 p.m., police retirement board meeting. Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive, 708-5800. Of Interest Nov. 7, Election Day, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Polling loca- tions: Anna Maria City, city hall, 10005 Gulf Drive. Bradenton Beach, city hall, 107 Gulf Drive N. Holmes Beach, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive; St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive. 4 S OCT. 25. 2006 U THE ISLANDER Anna Maria City orders Olesen wall torn down By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter In an apparent clash of legal opinions, the Anna Maria City Commission wants a recently constructed wall at 504 S. Bay Blvd. torn down because it encroaches into a city-owned beach access. Efforts the past four tnonths to reach a compromise solution on the wall built by the Olesen family as part of a renovation project at their property have appar- ently failed. Commissioners at their Oct. 19 meeting voted 4-1 to have city attorney Jim Dye send a letter to the Olesens indicating that if the wall isn't torn down, the city will take "all necessary measures" to have it removed. Since the dispute arose last April after build- ing official Kevin Donohue halted the renovation project because of the right-of-way ownership issue, the Olesens have consistently maintained they own a 5-foot right of way in the access, while the city and Dye's position has been that nothing was ever recorded to show the city had vacated the 5 feet to the family. Dye has said previously that the only avenues open to the Olesens for a remedy to complete their renova- tions were either to apply for a vacation, a variance or sue the city in circuit court. The commission, however, has long held the view that it wanted to help the Olesens and would look favor- ably on a variance application. But a variance applica- tion would admit that the Olesens don't own the prop- erty, an admission that the family apparently isn't going to make. Attorney Craig Colburn, representing the Olesens, argued at the meeting that the Olesens were willing to tear down the wall if the commission would instruct Donohue to approve a new site plan for the project. But approving that site plan would be an admission by the city that the Olesens own the disputed 5 feet. Colburn produced a number of documents and cor- respondence to show ownership, but Dye was unim- By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter .Verizon Wireless has made a preliminary inquiry to the Anna Maria Island Community Center about build- ing a cell phone tower antenna at the Center's new $4 million under-construction facility in Anna Maria. But before anyone has visions of a high-rise per- sonal wireless services facility also known as a cell tower in Anna Maria, AMICC board member Andy Price said the board will proceed slowly with the issue and any discussions with Verizon. Price, who is also chief of the West Manatee Fire Rescue District, said Verizon called him because he's on the AMICC board and he's had experience dealing with cell towers in his capacity as WMFR chief. The WMFR station in Holmes Beach has a cell tower that Verizon utilizes that brings in about $24,000 a year in revenues to the fire district. "They called me to see if we were interested," said Price. "but we're going to proceed very slowly. Cer- tainly we will listen to their presentation, but we are not going to allow a cell tower to affect our project. We will, have to decide if we can do this, if we want to do this and if it will benefit the kids and the community." Price said that during his initial conversation with Verizion, the company indicated it did not want to build a "cell tower" like the one in Holmes Beach, but an "internal flag pole" devipe.that wouldn't have any external antenna visible from the outside. Price emphasized, however, that Verizon has not made a formal presentation to the board, nor has it pressed. "There is nothing new," he noted. Colburn presented the same material to the commission June 20 when Dye offered his opinion to the commission that there are only three possible solutions. There is still nothing in the official survey of the property or on file with the Manatee County Circuit Court to indicate the city ever vacated the right of way to the Olesens, he observed. And, Dye added, it appears the Olesens have no intention of accepting the commission's suggestion to apply for a variance. Colburn, however, disagreed that the issue was "cut and dry." The city in correspondence from the 1950s and 1980s has "always indicated the Olesens own the property," he claimed. He suggested.the commission wanted the Olesens to demolish the house, a suggestion quickly rejected by Commissioner Dale Woodland. The commission has bent over backwards to help the Olesens, Woodland said, but it can't override its own codes and ordinances. There are procedures and processes in place for the Olesens to follow. Likewise, the commission can't play favorites. To order Donohue to approve the site plan is like the commission "pick- ing and choosing which ordinances we abide by," he said. Woodland asked Colburn under what authority can the commission direct Donohue. "You are elected to make decisions," said Col- burn. The commission, he claimed, has the power to say Donohue's previous ruling is too harsh. The com- mission needs to make a "value judgment." It appears the city is trying to force the Olesens to tear down their house, he indicated several times. But selective enforcement is not the way a city operates, countered Woodland, and from the very first day Colburn and the Olesens appeared before the com- mission, it has been sympathetic to a variance. "If you're back to who is right and who is wrong," he told Colburn, "we are going nowhere." asked to be on a board agenda. And he's not-seenrany drawings, site plan or engineering designs from Ver- izon. Everything about any proposal at this point is speculation. "We're going to proceed very slowly. The income could help the Center, and that's the only reason we'll even listen to them. We first want to find out what the codes and ordinances are in Anna Maria regarding cell towers," he said. "The bottom line will be that if it's not a benefit to our kids and the Center, we're not interested." Attorney Laura Bellflower, who represents Verizon, said the company has no plans for a cell to" er in Anna Maria "at this time," but is always looking for potential sites on the north end of the Island. In 2001, Verizon had a contract for construction of a cell tower-at the Roser Memorial Community Church, but local activists protested the construction of such a facility to city officials and the deal eventually collapsed. But Anna Maria city commissioners discovered during meetings on the Roser proposal that under fed- eral law, the city could not prevent construction of a cell tower, only limit its location and appearance. The city eventually spent more. than $40,000 on a cell tower consultant to develop a master plan for wireless communications services in the city. The plan indicates that the most preferred locations for a cell tower would be on public property. Price emphasized again that at this point, neither he nor any AMICC board member has seen anything on paper from Verizon. Not so, said Colburn. "This is a land-use issue and you have the authority to look at the code and inter- pret." "But we've already supported a variance," said Commission chairman John Quam, although the Ole- sens have shown no interest in this procedure. "So, the city's position is the house must come down?" questioned Colburn. Not so, said Quam. "My motion did not talk about demolishing the house." Commissioner Duke Miller agreed with Quam and Woodland and admonished Colburn to stop putting words in commissioners' mouths. "From the beginning the commission has directed our attorney to find a remedy under our ordinances," said Woodland. Dye offered three solutions months ago and the Olesens apparently have not agreed to any of those. The commission is only accepting the advice of its attorney to direct the Olesens to remove the wall, Woodland said. "You are trying to twist this to make it appear we are trying to get your client to demolish the house. That's wrong and your argument is weak," he concluded. "But demolishing the house is the logical course of events," responded Colburn. Stop, said Miller. "We thought several months ago we had a solution., Why not take a variance? We've gone out of our way to accommodate you. We are on your side." Commissioner Linda Cramer, however, agreed the Olesens own the property and voted against the motion. She said that from the description of ownership pre- sented, "It indicates they don't need a variance." Quam's motion will still leave room for the Olesens to apply for a variance. Colburn did not indicate if or how the Olesens might seek a solution. Rich pickings for kids this Halloween By Jim Hanson Islander Reporter A youngster won't have to be especially nimble to fill his "trick-or-treat" stash this Halloween on the Island there are three big parties and they're on dif- ferent days. So a young'un can make up to three really rich hauls, depending on his or her persuasiveness with par- ents who will haul their offspring to and from the tricks and treats. First of the parties will be Friday, Oct. 27, at the Anna Maria Elementary School for students in the after-school program. It will be in the cafeteria at the end of the school day, and Friday will be an "early out" from classes, said April Jonatzke, who is in charge. The kids will change into costumes for their own Hal- loween costume contest, apart from the one later in the holiday schedule during the Trail of Treats they will be eligible to enter that one too, Jonatzke said. The school will have food and beverages, for the 50 to 60 students expected to be there. On Saturday, Oct. 28, the lM loose Lodge will have a Halloween party from 1 to 3. p.m. for all Island young- sters up to age 10. That % ill be in the Moose hall, 110 Gulf Drive, Bradenton Beach. It will feature a costume contest and trick-or-treatine for an estimated 40 to 50 children. On HaIlloeen day itself, Tuesday, Oct. 31, the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce will spon- sor its annual Trail of Treats in Holmes Beach. The fun %% ill start at 3:30 p.m. in front ofthe cham- ber offices, 5313 Gulf Dri\ e. Holmes Beach. A costume contest for the various age groups will bring prizes for the winners, plus treats for e% ern one. Then comes trick-or-treating all around the area, with most businesses armed .with gobs of treats for the tricksters. Maps will be handed out to the kids at the chamber gathering, setting out the trail kids may follow to harvest treats. "This will be a very safe place for a safe event for all the kids," the chamber said. Further information may be obtained for each event at the following phone numbers: school, 708-5525; Moose, 778-4110; or chamber, 778-1541. Verizon Wireless has asked the Ann Maria Island Com- munity Center - board of directors about the possibil- ity of building a cell phone tower at the new Center facilin' under construction* on Magnolia Avenue .. ... .- in Anna Maria. Islander Photo:._ - Rick Catlm . Verizon proposes Center cell phone 'antenna' TIE ISLANDER U OCT. 25. 2006 E 5 Island-Sarasota trolley hookup not forgotten By Paul Roat An effort to close the gap in mass transit service on the barrier islands of Manatee and Sarasota counties hasn't been forgotten, at least by the northern contin- gent. Ralf Heseler, director of the Manatee County Area Transit, said he has been working with his Sarasota County counterparts for three years to extend service from mid-Longboat Key to the transfer point on north Coquina Beach in Bradenton Beach. The willingness is there on both sides, he said, but the funding is not. "We have an interlocal agreement with Sarasota County Area Transit to close the six-mile gap," Heseler said. "The problem is the county commissions aren't willing to fund it." Federal and state grants for a trolley running from the tip of Anna Maria Island to Lido Beach and down- town Sarasota were not forthcoming in past transporta- tion budgets. The Island trolley service was created through such grants and county funding. Heseler said consideration had been given to chang- ing the timing on the Island trolley run from 20 minutes to 30 minutes during the slower summer months. Rider- ship in "high season" January through March is usually three times that of the rest of the year, which has prompted the possible change. Newer, quieter trolleys are slowly being phased into the regular runs on the Island, he added. There is now a fleet of nine trolleys in Manatee County, four of them newer and much quieter than- their older predecessors. "The newer ones are better constructed," Heseler said, "with improved floors, brakes, suspension, and are less prone to breakdown." After overcoming a number of roadblocks, the Manatee Trolley system began in March 2002. Rider- ship soared on the free service, which runs from 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. daily the length of the Island. A "beach express" was added on Manatee Avenue on Sunday to bring people from the mainland to the Island without the need of private vehicles. Heseler said a similar express was under consideration on Cortez Road. As to the Manatee Trolley on Anna Maria Island, he said, "It is one of the showcase trolley systems in the state and nation." Holmes Beach board acts against code violators By Lisa Neff Islander Reporter The Holmes Beach Code Enforcement Board took action Oct. 19 seeking to correct electrical problems at one property and to further prevent an abandoned vehicle problem at another. The board, during an hour-long meeting at city hall, voted unanimously in both cases. In the first matter, the board heard from city offi- cials about unpermitted work complaints at 5400 Gulf Drive, Unit 16, a rented condominium owned by David H. and Betty Wieland, of Grand Rapids, Mich.. Holmes Beach Code Enforcement Officer Nancy Hall presented testimony and evidence showing that some renovation work in the condo occurred without a valid permit and resulted in electrical problems in the kitchen. Hall also testified that the property owners, who did not send a representative to the hearing, had months to correct the matter. Board members agreed and gave the Wielands a Nov. 8 deadline to comply with permit requirements and correct the electrical problems or face a $250-per- day fine. "It appears that the violations are there," said Chuck Stealey, board chairman. "In my opinion, they've had plenty of time to do something about it." In the second case, the board heard from city offi- cials about an abandoned vehicle on Key Royale Drive at a residence owned by Edward S. North. Initially complaints involved several abandoned vehicles and an overgrown yard littered with debris. But a cleanup followed a city inspection and the issue before the board last week was solely the status of a gray Mazda truck without current tags that North said he planned to donate to Goodwill. After a city inspection, the truck was moved from the property, then returned, then moved again. The morning of the hearing, the Mazda had been removed. "The vehicle keeps appearing and disappearing on me," Hall said. The board, on a motion by Barbara Hines, agreed that the truck had been on the site longer than 72 hours and in violation of city code. The vote put the violation on record, so if the truck returned it could be cited as a second violation. North didn't attend the hearing. Anna Maria Island wedding promoters organize Couples from all around the world seeking a beach destination wedding on Anna Maria Island will find it much easier now, thanks to a new group of professional businesses who have created a one-stop shopping guide and Web site geared toward all facets of the wedding industry. The Anna Maria Island Wedding Guide and Web site promotes the Island as "The Wedding Capital of Florida." The Web site, www.amiweedings.com, and the accompanying guide will soon be available to prospec- tive brides and grooms to help them make wise and informative decisions on venues, florists, officiates, photographers, musicians, catering, accommodations, day spas, makeup, transportation and all other busi- nesses in the wedding industry. For more information, call Jack Elka at 778-2711. JOHN A. For Holmes Beach City Commissioner SEEKING, THROUGH A CONIMMON SENSE APPROACH, TO MAINTAIN THE LI UNIQUE BEALiTN AND BALANCE OF THE CITi OF HOLMES BEACH. > \ ice-Chairman ot the Holme_. Beach Plannino Commin-.-iiin. >N Maiined, three children \\ife Relane. Children: Kaileiih 15, loe\ 7 and -i Anti-on\ 2. 5 > B A from the Liniversit', ot Notre Dame in Mlan.agement. > General NMLnager ot the Columbia Restaurant on St. A.rmands Circle tor the pastI- 12 \ears. > Director of Goveirnment Relahons of the Florida Re.taurant and Lodging A.sociation Sarasota Chapter > Resident ot Holme- Beach tor 11 \ears. SOUND JUDGMENT SOLID CHARACTER VOTE FOR TOM TURNER MAYOR CITY OF ANNA MARIA Resident for 23 years Active in City Affairs * Maintain present single-family zoning Thank you for your vote. P.:.rrrc ai adverliserneent paidl.Tor afld approved by Tomn Turner, no rarly allillalion. for Mavor City of Arnna Maria I `~* x . 7A O N E T T I .i, 6 N OCT. 25, 2006 U THE ISLANDER Trick or treat? If Halloween is scary, taxes and insurance are scarier. Everyone's talking, but who can really help? Lots of seniors are stuck in the middle, unable to downsize their home for fear the property taxes and insur- ance on a new place, where they must pay at the high end of appraised value without the protection they currently enjoy under the Save Our Homes 3 percent cap. It sounds like lunacy, but it's likely the allowances for the Homestead Exemption and the Save Our Homes amendment got us into this pickle in the first place. But if all taxpayers paid a fair share, however small, there would be less burden on any group of taxpayers, whether they be resident, business or non-resident. One tax group, TaxWatch, advocates abolishing the Save Our Homes amendment to create a fair base across the board. Fat chance, with voter approval needed to abolish Save Our Homes, and almost no one (voters) willing to give up their "protection." How properties are appraised, however, deserves some examination by the Florida Legislature. Let's hope that goes under the magnifying glass in next year's session and some "real relief" for businesses like the motels on Anna Maria Island can be enacted. That "real relief' would amount to a tax based on the current use, not some future "loathsome" condo conversion and not a postponement of accumulated tax that has to be paid "on sale" when property is sold. That has the potential to ruin any possible deal or profit for the "mom and pop." And on another tax note, the TaxWatch folks did a case study for one city where they developed a "zero budget" approach. They advocate municipalities and other governments plan their spending based on need rather than the current process of spending based on revenue. Island cities presently look at the money coming in from various sources and ask, how should we spend it? Rather they look at how they can efficiently run city government and provide thecommunity and citizens with their needs, and determine how much that will cost. The paring of spending and tax rates should begin there from the bottom up. But alas, the budgets, spending and taxes are set for the coming year. But the elections aren't over yet. And there's still plenty of scary stories going around about insurance. Happy Halloween. See you at the polls on Nov. 7. Giving thanks We want especially to thank Holmes Beach Police Officer Pete Lannon for his generosity in attending recent events, giving the children he helped educate and protect atAnna Maria Elementary School an opportunity to show their support for him in his battle with cancer. We would like to speak for everyone in saying how pleased we all are to have found a way to help the Lannons. For the kids and the community, it's comforting to know we can have even the slightest-impact in Pete's peace of mind and a positive attitude for recovery. Go Pete. The Islander OCT. 25, 2006 Vol. 14, No. 51 V Publisher and Editor Bonner Joy, bohner@islander.org V Editorial Paul Roat, News Editor, paul@islander.org Diana Boegan, diana@islander.org Rick Catlin, rick@islander.org Jack Egan Jack Elka Jim Hanson Lisa Neff Y Contributors Kevin Cassidy, kevin@islander.org Jesse Brisson Don Maloney Edna Tiemann V Advertising Sales Nancy Ambrose, nancy@islander.org V Accounting Services Melissa Burkett, melissa@islander.org V Production Graphics Kelly McCormick, ads@islander.org V Classifieds & Subscriptions Lisa Williams, lisa@islander.org V Distribution iUrbane Bouchet Ross Roberts (All others: news@islander.org) Single copies free. Quantities of five or more: 25 cents each. 1992-2006 Editorial, sales and production offices: Island Shopping Center, 5404 Marina Drive S Holmes Beach FL 34217 WEB SITE: islander.org FAX 941 778-9392 PHONE 941 778-7978 -~- - - _----1- __- -- -"._.- - ---- ~ --- SLICK-'Trick-o -t ---ea -- B Ea .SLICK 'Trick or treat! By Egan7 -J $ No, thank you We want to thank everyone who is coming out to all the events to support Pete and our family. It is truly overwhelming. We owe everyone a debt of gratitude. Everyone has been truly amazing. People came up to Pete at the dinner and said, "I don't know you personally, but I just love it in the morning when I go by the school crossing and you wave at me and smile." Others just stopped in to give donations. Thanks to Joy, Jamie, Chris, Becky, Donna, Mary and all Pete's other friends who made the dinner a suc- cess.-Kudos to everyone who put it all together, espe- cially those who worked in the kitchen and on cleanup. They put together more than 600 delicious meals. We want to say thanks for all the anonymous dona- tions given to "the Pete Lannon fund" at Wachovia. We can never thank everyone enough. We hope everyone is having a good time at the events. I know Pete is enjoying seeing everyone. I'm sure that everyone who got massages and treatments Sunday are relaxed and looking fine after "spa day." Thanks to Dina and Danielle for all their hard work. We hope the kids had fun at the car wash Sunday and didn't get too waterlogged. We had a wonderful time Saturday at Bayfest and enjoyed all the great food, great cars and great friends. But all the fresh air and sunshine made us too tired to come back out to the Island on Sunday and it's a 24-mile drive each way for us. Thanks to Cindy for all her work there. We know more events are planned and we are grateful. Words of thanks can not truly express how we feel. Please, keep up the good thoughts. Deb Lannon for husband Pete and their family What it's all about You have to love Anna Maria Island, this little piece of paradise: the sunsets, beautiful white sand beaches, wildlife, plants, etc. None of this can match what we witnessed Thurs- day night. This community and the love it showed at the dinner at St. Bernard Catholic Church is a true and grow- ing testament to what paradise is all about. Thank God! Pete Lannon, such a powerful man with a tender heart, wears a uniform and carries a gun, yet his author- ity comes from love. A reverent man, unafraid, yet gentle as an island breeze as he takes a child's hand. His smile aglow, encouraging, teaching your kids, my kids, our kids. His enthusiasm and kindness show in his sparkling eyes, proud as any of the parents as each kid passes to the next level. Even more as they receive awards for DARE. An illness has grabbed him, yet can't hold him down. Courage and strength are his from above: Faith, hope and love. Love is the greatest and is exemplified in you, Pete. Thank you and God bless. Lance, Francis and Lee Bergeron For Pete's sake, thank you The evening was a great success on all levels. We .raised more than $13,000 dollars for Holmes Beach Police Officer Pete Lannon and his family. Thank you td our sponsors for a wonderful dinner. The Chiles Group, Beach Bistro, Island Gourmet, Publix and all the bakers out there. Thank you Jimi Gee and The Swinging Cats of Rhythm for the great.sounds enjoyed by all. The faculty and children of Anna Maria Elementary, the Cub Scouts, the Girl Scouts, The Islander, Pyrates of the Gulf Coast, artist Paul Arnold, Elsa Hellum-Brusso, Capi Whit- field, the Community Center, Holmes Beach Police Depart- ment, City of Holmes Beach, St. Bernard Catholic Church, Rotten Ralph's, Mr. Bones, our T-shirt sponsor J & J Graph- ics, Gordon and Sharron Burgess, Stoltzfus family, Pumell family, and all the teenagers, volunteers and everyone that attended made it a very special night for the Lannon family. Thank you! Joy Murphy, Jamie Walstad, Mary Gallagher and Donna Perez, Lannon dinner organizers THlE ISLANDER M OCT. 25. 2006 M 7 Award is posthumous for slander By Jim Hanson Islander Reporter Jarrad Budnick of Holmes Beach wasn't there for his special award, but his mother and father accepted it to note his outstanding work for the Island, Manatee County, and Keep Manatee Beautiful. His parents received the award from the incom- ing chair of Keep Manatee Beautiful, Dantia Gould of Holmes Beach. Both expressed deep sorrow for Jarrad's death before he could claim his honor. He died April 25 of a combination of medications for pain from injuries suffered in an automobile acci- dent, said his mother, Sandi Budnick. "He lived in terrible pain from the injuries," his mother said. Still, he managed to stencil "Dump No Waste Pro- tect Your Water" on 223 storm drains around the Island and the north end of Longboat Key. His service was noted in the 2006 Outstanding volunteer award from Keep Manatee Beautiful. Before the accident, he operated Island Deck and Dock Co., Holmes Beach. His award was announced along with others at the annual luncheon of Keep Manatee Beautiful at the Bra- denton Country Club. Officers were elected at the meeting - Gould as chair, Sandy Harmon as vice chair, Cheryl Richert as treasurer, Corinna Decker as secretary. Outstanding Landscaping awards were presented to the Anna Maria Island Historical Society Museum and the Manatee County Historical Records Library. In the Oct. 24, 1996, issue of The Islander, headlines announced: The Federal Emergency Management Agency established a recovery center in Holmes Beach to assist victims of Tropical Storm Josephine, which caused about $4-million in damage to Manatee County when it struck on Oct. 7. Members of the Barrier Island Elected Officials criticized disaster procedures utilized by the Island Emergency Operations Center during Tropical Storm Josephine, claiming there was a lack of communication and coordination among the three Island cities during the storm. Anna Maria Mayor Chuck Shumard said the city itself didn't suffer a disaster from Tropical Storm Josephine and any federal emergency funds should be directed toward private individuals. 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Date Name shown on card: - F MAIL START DATE: i Tee Islander Island Shopping Center 5404 Marina Drive Holmes Beach FL 34217 CHARGE IT BY PHONE: (941) 778-7978 I OR ONLINE AT islander.org W in m-'- [ aN -a-T-a w'N] is am-a-mar w-a'g- ----aZ'-' '-a "Na-wU--U- I- -U-U U U-UrU [ Dantia Gould, left, and Sandi Budnick with award for Budnick's son Jarrad, who died before he could receive the honor from Keep Manatee Beautiful, which Gould now chairs. First mass for new priest Gordon Zanetti, son of Islanders Cornelia and any Cathedral, 350 Tampa Ave. W., Venice. Gordon Zanetti, will have his first mass of priest- According to his proud mother, Gordon hood at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 26, at St. Bernard may be the first parishioner from St. Bernard to Catholic Church. He is to be ordained by Bishop become a Catholic priest. John J. Nevins of the Diocese of Venice in Venice, St. Bernard is located at 248 S. Harbor Drive, Fla., at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25, at the Epiph- Holmes Beach. For information, call 778-4769. Remmbe .. a away, FEEBEEStmorow MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT / 1, . JAY CRAWFORD JAY'S ALSO HERE OCT. 27 & 28 - 0 ROTTEN RALPH'S WATERFRONT DINING LUNCH & DINNER 7 DAYS FULL BAR SERVICE S902 S. Bay Blvd. Anna Maria OTEN Located at Galati Marina 778-3953 IS- T aH'-lii'fB Gulf of Mexico AL-OUCN-EATFSH HISAL A- VRYA! 89 8 0 OCT. 25, 2006 M THE ISLANDER Bayfest stimulates senses, boosts By Lisa Neff Islander Reporter Melanie Thayer got a good dose of melodic medi- cine from the Dr. Dave Band. Steven McDuff sniffed the sweet air scented by freshly made kettle corn. Six-year-old Tatum Paul's jaw dropped as she watched a red-nosed clown magically pull a "rabbit" from his hat. Mimi Lou Bowen smacked her lips at the first sip of her first-ever salty margarita. The sixth annual Island Bayfest, presented on Pine Avenue on Oct. 21 and sponsored by the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce, stimulated every sense. Bayfest also stimulated charitable giving, raising money for ailing Holmes Beach Police Officer Pete Lannon, the chamber and its scholarship fund and the Anna Maria Island Community Center. Most of the chamber's revenue came from beverage sales made by volunteers at beer stands, wine tables and a margarita booth. "We have a huge amount of volunteers out here," said the chamber's Mary Ann Brockman. "We just can't do it without the volunteers." Bayfest organizer Cindy Thompson said the cham- ber hoped to see 15,000 attendees. "Three years ago we had 10,000," she said, adding that the crowd estimate would be based on reports from the trolley service, food vendors and the city of Anna Maria. Street preparations began early Friday, Oct. 20, and continued right up to the start of the festival at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 21. For much of the day, Pine Avenue was closed to vehicle traffic so feet and a few golf carts had the run of the road. In the Bayfest marketplace on Pine, 111 vendors and festivalgoers traded in commerce and ideas. Merchants sold plastic pink flamingos and water- color paintings of brown pelicans, steel shark sculptures and stained-glass rose petals and crystal rocks and rock- star sunglasses. "I usually try to buy Christmas presents," said Bay- fest browser Gregg Hill, of Bradenton. "I look for the unusual here and usually find it." At the Democratic Party booth, people talked about the Nov. 7 general election. They talked about old Florida and new Florida at the Save Anna Maria Inc. table, about protecting wildlife at the Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch stand and about preserving history at the Anna Maria Island Historical Society Museum. "I've beenmeaning to get involved with something and I talked to a lot of nice people today about a lot of really good programs," said Tracey Lloyd, who recently moved from St. Louis to Anna Maria. While Lloyd enjoyed the educational opportu- nities, her daughter enjoyed the child's play. Angel I at itI bI Iuttcrtiv mask., .A issa Cuirns. 6. of Holmei c RsiE'I., tc Lrt'S ia Iiperf ltti utfl\ in [lit' sluiclle of 't 10n1 Prirsilee Ro -i Alh mioi al ConIIIIIIIIIII Chch. I%/land(r Phoios: Lisa Nift Llo. d. .. tossed darts at balloons. She dined on stra% - herr \-flaored sha' ed ice She tueged on a clo\n's hat. And she labored o\er a te-d\e T-shirt at the Iland Rock School tent. w which collected mone) for the Offi- cer Lannon fund. "What I like is the _ame-i and the food." said Aneel. "That's \ hat I I ike best." Ba\ fest's menu featured the ofterin;s of 17 %en- dors. Fa\t 'i ites included jerk-seasoned trouper tiom Banana Cabana's grill, clam chowder from Shells Res- lautanit. burgers fiom Skinn\'s Plaice. crab cakes from the Sun House Restaurant and the Bali chicken sand- K ic'hes tfom the Sandbar Restaurant Fesutialh.oers dined and danced at the main stage. \\here the S\% inging Cats of Rh\ thm. Almost Famous, Koko Ra.\ and the Soul Pro\ iders and the Dr. Dave Band performed. "Ba\ fest is the biggest bash on the Island all 'sear around." said Thal er, of Bradenton Beach. "I gre\ up with it. I love it. I really\ lo\ e it." On the stage before her, the Dr. Date Band played on and a sign read. "See \ou ne\t sear! Oct. 20. 2007." Vote WHO ... Swill continue otobring W INTEGRITY A COMMITMENT to Holmes Beach City government? Please re-elect Sandy Haas-Martens as your commissioner on Nov. 7. On Homes Beach since 1969 Pd. Pol. Adv. Paid for and approved by Sandy Haas-Martens, n.p.a for Holmes Beach City Commission Why the Last Four Years Have Been Good For Anna Maria When I first ran for City Commissioner four years ago, I pledged to do everything I could to preserve the uniqueness and charm of this community. Below are some of the reasons the last four years have been good ones for Anna Maria. They are testimony to the progress toward that goal. After three years of preparation, our Comprehensive Plan is now ready for public hearings, beginning November 21st. As presented, this plan will preserve and protect Anna Maria as I promised you. We are now meeting the financial needs of our City without tax increases while maintaining an adequate level of reserves to meet emergencies. We now have a fiscally responsible plan to fund capital expenditures that allows us to wisely undertake needed improvements. We enacted numerous ordinances. Some necessary to correct defects in previous legislation. Others are essential to preserving our quality of life. The age-old parking issue is history. The result is a plan that helps manage the impact of burgeoning growth development to our East. We are firmly but fairly upholding our development laws, and we are act- ing responsibly to deny all variances contrary to the intent of our codes. We successfully transitioned to our new City Charter and are well on the road to needed improvements in serving and responding to our citizens. SWe continue to demonstrate we can be a dedicated, capable commission that can work together in the interest of our citizens. This year marks 50 years that Anna Maria has been a part of my life. I have thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to contribute to and influence the accom- plishments above. Your vote to re-elect Duke Miller on November 7 is a vote to keep Anna Maria the way it is. Political advertisement paid for and approved by Duke Miller for Anna Maria City Commissioner THE ISLAND)EIR OCT. 25. 2006 U 9 To her mother's delight, Tia Klein, 4, gets a look at the butterfly mask that Angela Oakes painted during the sixth annual Island Bayfest on Oct. 21 in Anna Maria. Oakes, of Faces of Angel in Venice, said the butterfly was definitely her most popu lar mask on Saturday. Jimi Gee's Swing- ing Cats of Rhythm is the first act to take the main stage at Bayfest. The young band played old standards like "As Time Goes By" to the delight of a mid-morn- ing coffee crowd. A lot of pedestrian traffic traveled through the classic car lot on Pine Avenue during Island Bayfest. Many cars dated to the 1950s, '60s and '70s. And most, like this El Camino, sparkled outside, inside and under the hood. CAPT. JOE WEBB HAPPY 51 FROM MOM AND "THE WHOLE WEBB CLAN" Pat Geyer is the ONE vote that will work for you Pat's ability to bring positive and successful leadership to our city's government was proven during times of her prior service. Pat pledges to support businesses in the city of Holmes Beach. Pat will insure the interests of commerce and the residential community will complement one another. Pat will work towards supporting the recycling initiative at all beach access points in Holmes Beach. Pat will work towards% the city revisiting the disaster and hurricane evacuation plans due to Perico's Seven Shores development. Pat will watch beach erosion and will get actively involved at the count level to keep our beaches pristine and open to; the public. Pat will keep a respectful eye on the city's growth- and density management. .- Pat will work to keep the city of Holmes Beach.the pride.. of. Anna, Mariatsland. -- . SPat will work w'th all other islan officiafs:a- - i Manatee COuntY ffls r e ^H- *ai c 'it'ens.', .. + *-.-"* ...- 'i ,' -:.' +:;- - PUItPAT, back t.o work ifor you HBB i+|| f,++i+.,: ^ +;+, +a,/o,+<+,, rid+.+,,o .,,._^, U -r Super Marcello pulls a "rabbit" out of his hat in the children's area at Bayfest. , f , I ^ ^'.---. R RE-ELECT Commissioner Linda mClRAMER Preservationl. I would like to endorse, Linda Cramer for another term as Commissioner. A genuine concern for the history of Anna Maria has joined us together in the past year. I will be meeting with a committee in. November to save our historical sites for future generations and have asked Linda to help us bring this to fruition. Since Linda and her family lived in Belle Haven Cottage for 14 years she was very instru- mental in helping move the cottage to the Historical Complex five years ago. Today, it stands in tribute to our city, as the little cottage that fell into the bay in the mid-1920s. 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Thome reportedly told police that he and his roommates were all "crack addicts" and that the children were not being properly cared for. After questioning Thome at length the officer gathered that the Bradenton home was full of drugs, there was no food and the house was very dirty. Thome accused the children's mother of neglecting and beating her children. According to the report, the officer did not observe any injuries to the children, but did note that the three adults were obviously very intoxicated. The officer, had Child Protective Services respond to investigate Thome's admissions and take charge of the children. The officer also phoned in a report on the children to an abuse hotline. Since Boudle and Thome were too intoxicated to By Jim Hanson ' Islander Reporter "We need some cold weather to make them move around," Walter Bell said of the stone crabs that his fishermen and others seek this time of year. The water has not cooled enough to get the crabs moving, and the take is a mediocre 1,000 pounds or so per day, said the president of A.P. Bell Fish Co. of Cortez. the largest commercial buyer in the area. Moore's Stone Crab Restaurant & Marina on Longboat Key, x h ic h brings in most of its delicacy on its own boats, reports no great bumper crop of stone crabs, but has plenty every day to keep its Moose has blue.ribbon recipe for charity By Lisa Neff Islander Reporter. The five judges didn't take long to cook up a deci- sion. The first-place. blue ribbon in the Moose Lod',e 2188 chili cook-off \eni to Hurricane Hank's. Second place in the cook-off held Oct. 15 at the lodge on Gulf Drive in Bradenton Beach went to. Mr. Bones BBQ Restaurant, while third place went to BridgeTender Inn. But judge and emcee Ernest Casali Jr. emphasized, as lodge members lined up to sample the chili from an a.,ortment of crockpots, that the 14 entries in the contest --are all great." .Proceeds from the charitable event $3 from each bowl of chili sold and $200 donated by the lodge - will go to the Anna Maria Island Community Center and Mooseheart Child City and School. The community center, according to its Web site, serves more than 3,700 adults and children in recre- ational, cultural and social programs. It began as a one-room schoolhouse in the early 1900s, is currently- building a new facility in Anna Maria. Mooseheart is a 1,000-acrecampus about 38 miles diners happy, said a spokesperson. It's far too early in the season, which opened Oct. 15, to make any predictions, Bell said. Every- one along the Cortez waterfront hopes for the best "just as we do every year. "There seem to be quite a few in the (Sara- sota) bay and along the beaches," Bell said. Crab- bers are now "sampling," dropping traps in places productive in the past, and the ones that prove most encouraging this year will get "a lot more traps right away. - "But I'm hearing bad things.about red tide," Bell said.ominously. "More fish are dying here again, and that doesn't look good for crabs or any other sea life." Ed Farrell, one of the judges in the chili cook-off at the Bradenton Beach Moose Lodge on Oct. 15, sam- ples No. 2 in a blind taste test. Farrell said he was looking for lots of heat. Islander Photo: Lisa Neff outside of Chicago. The Loyal Order of Moose home exists for children from infants through teens - whose families cannot care for them. More than 11,000 children have lived at Mooseheart since 1913. The commercial contestants included Hurricane Hank's, BridgeTender Inn, Ooh La La! Bistro, Isabell's Eatery, Moose Lodge 2188, Annie's Bait and Tackle, Tommy Bahamas, Fit to Eat, Jessie's Island Store, Mr. Bones BBQ, Walker Tree Service, Draft Masters and Duffy's Tavern and there was a personal entry called ':P.elic.4 Bay." ,,. Thome 5ulllvan drive their vehicle, an officer reportedly placed them on a county bus for a ride back into Bradenton. Later in the day, Bradenton Police responded to 2306 Seventh Ave. W., in Bradenton, the home of Thome, in reference to another domestic battery. Thome was taken into custody for the battery. While there, police noticed, a lot of blood on the floor. Coincidentally, the night before, there had been a break-in at Doctor Correa's office, located at 2505 Mana- tee Ave. W., in which a lot of blood had been left behind, due to breaking a window at the doctor's office. At that time, police found a bloody thumbprint which later matched Sullivan's print, and he was already in jail for the earlier beating of Thome. Thome told detectives Sullivan had been staying at his home. Detectives put the two incidents together and found a considerable amount of medicine and papers from Dr. Correa in the home and vehicle. They also found the burglary tools used to break into the doctor's office. Both men were charged with burglary and both were in the Manatee County jail at that time. NewsManatee.com publisher Mike Quinn contrib- uted to this story. Stone crab harvest begins slowly Fire district pitches impact fee hike, not tax increase By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter The West Manatee Fire Rescue District may have at last fltind a method of raising revenues that's palpable to district voters. After three recent rejections at the polls for an ad valorem tax for fire services, the district is now propos- ing that its impact fees on new construction be raised from the current $100 per new house to $500. Speaking at the Coalition of Barrier Island Elected Officials meeting Oct. 18 in Anna Maria, WMFR Deputy Chief Brett Pollock told BIEO members that the district hasn't raised its impact fees since 1985. But most important, said Pollock, is that impact fees are paid only on new construction. Anyone cur- rently owning a home or business who does remodeling or renovations doesn't have to pay the fee. "It does not impact current homeowners, only new construction," Pollock emphasized repeatedly during the meeting. The district will ask voters to approve a referendum Nov. 7 to allow the WMFR board to raise the impact fees. WMFR Chief Andy Price noted that the board could raise the impact fees without the resolution, but Gov. Jeb Bush has said fire districts must get local approval first before any impact fee increase. The jump from $100 to $500 for new home construction is only-a rec- ommendation at this time, said Price, but it's not likely the board will raise the fee any higher. Price observed that impact fees in the district are the lowest of any fire district in Manatee County. Rais- ing the impact fee on new construction of a residential home to $500 will only put the district on par with most other districts in the county. If the resolution is approved, the board would also increase the impact fee for business construction from its current $200 level to $980. Price said that raising the impact fee should gener- ate between $40,000 and $60,000 in annual revenue for the district. "We're not talking about a lot of money," he observed, noting that the district has little room left for growth. The onl) areas in the district where more housing construction is likely is northwest Manatee County and along Cortez Road. "There's little potential for growth left in the dis- trict," he said. Holmes Beach City Commissioner David Zac- cagnino wondered how the district provides assistance to Bradenton and asked if the district ever gets reim- bursed for its services to Bradenton, No, replied Price. All districts offer mutual aid to other districts, although Price did note that WMFR is the first responder to a fire or emergency on Perico Island, even though that area is in Bradenton. "There are many areas of Bradenton where our sta- tions are closer than their stations," Price said. Perico Island is directly in the middle of the district, but Bra- denton won't pay anything for aid, he said. But, he said, "It's all mutual assistance." In response to another Zaccagnino question, Price noted that the issue of consolidation has been discussed among the various fire districts for at least the past 25 years, but without success. The districtsupports a con- solidation study to show what the cost savings and other benefits would be for one countywide fire district, but some of the other districts have shown little interest. "We agree to the study, but we can't get all the other districts to agree," he said. One consolidation issue he doesn't agree with, however, is that a single fire district should be placed under county government. Any consolidation should result in an independent fire district. In other business, Longboat Key Town Commis- sioner Jeremy Whatmough noted that the U.S. Coast Guard is supposed to change the bridge opening times for the Cortez Bridge and Anna Maria Island Bridge starting in December. He asked Anna Maria Mayor SueLynn to followup with the Coast Guard and the local bridge tenders to make sure they remember the changes the USCG has initiated. During the trial period of December and January, the bridges will be raised every 30 minutes on demand, rather than every 20 minutes, as is the current policy. The Coast Guard agreed to the trial period after several years of negotiations with the BIEO.. The BIEO had long supported a longer interval between bridge openings during the winter season to allow more time for traffic to clear from congested areas such as the Cortez Road-Gulf Drive intersec- tion in Bradenton Beach and the Gulf Drive-Manatee Avenue intersection in. Holmes Beach. THE ISLANDERS OCT. 25. 2006 N 11 AU'tftl,,vcSatA 4ia t9Zc. Profe55ioval Nail Care & 5pa S 5HDPPE5 OF PARADISE BAY 342 Cortez Rd. W., Bradenton 794-8888 G ILL STORE Re-open Nov. 1 at 5347 Gulf Dr. #6 Holmes Business Center (across from the Island Animal Clinic) Pawsitively Pets & Property Services Inc. P.O. Box 265, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217 Quality Pet Sitting Bonded Insured 76, 14 5 11 Pet sitters INTERNATIONAL EVERYTHING UNDER THE SUN .. .rH, :E ,[ Ir ( .C r,1 :hru rct', 5704 MARI A DRIVE C MES BEACH 778-T441 .'' 5'04 MARINA DRIVE HOLMES BEACH 7'8-4441 'Ladies' to meet 'Carnegie' The theatrical enthusiasts in the Off Stage Ladies auxiliary of the Island Players plan a touch drama for an upcoming gathering. The auxiliary, a group of volunteers that supports the players and their theater in a variety of ways, will host Donald H. Thompson, known for acting out a his- torical interpretation of Andrew Carnegie. The performance is part of the program at the aux- iliary's lunch meeting Nov. 8, at 11:30 a.m. at the Bra- denton Country Club, 4646 Ninth Ave. W., Bradenton. Thompson has been performing the one-man show for about eight years, especially for school social stud- ies classes. With costume, artifacts and anecdotes, Thompson creates an impression of Carnegie. who Directors lunch off stage The Off Stage Ladies auxiliary of the Island . Players held its first luncheon meeting of the season on Oct..11 at the BeachHouse Restaurant. . Directors Phyllis Elfen- bein, Gareth Gibbs and Kelly Woodland spoke about their upcoming productions. Islander Photo: Nancy Ambrose went from an impoverished childhood in Dumferline, Scotland, to steel magnate and philanthropist in the United States. In the early 1900s, Carnegie dedicated more than $200,000 for libraries in Florida, including the Bradenton Carnegie Library, 1405 Fourth Ave. W., and the Palmetto Carnegie Library, 515 10th Ave. The program is open to members and those con- sidering volunteering with the auxiliary. "Anybody who would like to come to check us out would be welcome," said Carol Heckman, auxiliary president. Attendance is $15 per person. Reservations must be made by Nov. 1. For reservations, call Marge Ebel, 792-7818. Sunday Oct. 29 Starts at 8am! 2 at Ginny's Antiques & Art 5602 Marina Drive Holmes Beach (Please park at the library) Also visit Ginny's at the old IGA & Jane E's E-Cafe & Bakery 9807 Gulf Drive Anna Maria Gigantic ]Flea Market 12 0 OCT. 25. 2006 0 THE ISLANDER Island artist exhibits in Pittsburgh Anna Maria Island artist Loretta "Lolly" Owens will display two of her original works at a first-of-its- kind exhibit at Chatham College in Pittsburgh. The all- alumnae art exhibit was held in October at the Art and Design Center Gallery. "I submitted two works from my Island series for con- sideration and both were accepted," said Owens. One is a watercolor called '"Tranquil Place," which won an award from Art Center Manatee earlier this year and the other is a watercolor collage called "Island Day & Night." The exhibit will be a feature of the school's 2006 reunion. Chatham College was founded in 1896 and is located in the Shadyside area of Pittsburgh. ScQNU Monday, ct. 30 Breakfast: Breakfast Pizza, Super Donut. Toast, Fruit, Cereal Lunch: Chicken Tenders or Shrimp Poppers, Steamed Carrots, Fruit Cocktail, Juice Bar Tuesday, Oct. 31 Breakfast: Chicken Patty on Biscuit, Cereal, Toast, Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich. Fruit Lunch: Macaroni and Cheese or Fish Nuggets, Roll, Green Beans. Peaches Wednesday, Nov. 1 Breakfast: Pancake on a Stick, Yogurt. Cereal. Toast, Fruit Lunch: Breaded Chicken Pieces or Mini-Corn Dogs, Broccoli with Cheese Sauce, Chips, Apple- sauce Thursday, Nov. 2 Breakfast: French Toast Sticks, Cereal, Toast, Bagels. Fruit Lunch: Popcorn Chicken or Sloppy Joe Sand- wich, Curly Fries, Veggie Cup, Strawberries and Banana Friday, Nov. 3 Breakfast: Cinnamon Roll, Graham Crackers, Cereal, Toast, Fruit A - Lunch: Pizza or Grilled Cheese Sandwich, Corn, Mandarin Oranges. Fruit Cup Juice and milk are served with every meal. Library closing three days The Island Branch Library will be closed on two regular business days during November Friday, Nov. 10, to note Veterans Day, which falls on the next day, Nov. 11, and on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 23 and 24, for Thanksgiving. The rest of the November schedule: Monday, Nov. 6 and 13, Internet class for begin- ners, advance registration necessary by calling 778- 6341, at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 14, Dr. David Mullen speaks at two sessions, 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m., in the Friends of the Library lecture series, on "Happiness, New Light on Old Truths." Wednesday, Nov. 8, Friends Book Club, 10:30 a.m. Friday, Friends board meeting, 9:30 a.m. Saturday, family origami with Judy Pruitt, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The library, at 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, opens at 10 a.m. daily except Sunday, closing at 8 p.m. Monday and Wednesday, 6 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Cramer in medical study Anna Maria City Commissioner Linda Cramer has just returned from Atlanta and her first participation in a medical study for a genetic disorder that her doctors first diagnosed in December 2005. She is a participant in an Emory University School of Medicine's research study program on hereditary kidney disease. She has hereditary poly- cystic kidney disease and had begn on a wait-Jist to enter the program. "The doctors said they were very encouraged after looking at all the blood work," noted Cramer. "Their initial prognosis was very good." As part of the research program, Cramer takes a special medication designed to slow the growth of the disease. She will return to Emory once every four months for the next four years for evaluation and study. "The doctors said there's no reason I can't con- tinue working and this should not interfere with any duties as a city commissioner or in my business," she said. Treasure hunt Kalen Knepp digs through a treasure box search- ing for a prize thanks to good behavior counselors observed during the week at the Anna Maria Island Community Center's Tender Loving Care afterschool program. Participants have two chances to earn prizes. First if a counselor observes good behavior, and second by earning "Skill Bills, "play money awarded during life skills sessions for good things the students report they have done for others outside the Center. Islander Photo: Diana Bogan Island Kiwanians to hear former art director speak Robin Haecher, former director of the Art Council of Manatee County, will address the Kiweanis Club of Anna Maria Island when it meets at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 28, at the Cafe orjhe Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, at the Gulf of Mexico end of Manatee Avenue, Holmes Beach. It will be the weekly meeting of the service club. Addi- tional information may be obtained by calling 778-4865. Center sponsoring flu shots The Anna Maria Island Community Center will sponsor #u shots from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Nov. 6, at St. Bernard Catholic Church's activity hall, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Identification and Medicare Part B cards must be shown. Cost is $25. Additional information may be obtained by calling 778-1908. ATTENTION: BUSINESS & PROPERTY OWNERS 2006 MANATEE COUNTY TAX COLLECTION NOTICE The 2006 Manatee County Tax Roll-has been delivered to the Tax Collector by the Property Appraiser for collection beginning~on or before November 1, 2006. Taxes to be collected are Real Estate, Special Assessments and Tangible Personal Property. The 2006 Tax Bills will be mailed on or before October 31, 2006. If you have not received a tax bill by November 3rd, you can pay your bill or print a duplicate bill from the Tax Collector's website www.taxcollector.com. All City and County taxes, assessed on the Manatee County Tax Roll, are entitled to discount for early payment as follows: Novem ber..........................................4% Decem ber ....................................... 3% January........................................... 2% February.......................... ................ 1% Payable without discount in March On April 1st, unpaid taxes are delinquent and subject to 3% interest and advertising. Payments received after March 31st must be in the form of certified funds. PAY TAXES ONLINE www.taxcollector.com BY MAIL: P.O. Box 25300, Bradenton, Florida 34206-5300 OR AT ANY OF THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS, Monday through Friday, during the office hours of 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM: 1. DESOTO OFFICE, 819 301 Blvd. W., Bradenton 2. LAKEWOOD RANCH OFFICE, 6007 111th St. E., Bradenton (off SR 70) 3. PALMA SOLA OFFICE, 7411 Manatee Av. W., Suite 200, Bradenton 4. PALMETTO OFFICE, 1341 10th St. E. (Hwy. 301 E.), Palmetto YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE A RECEIPT UNLESS YOU: SEND A SELF-ADDRfSSED STAMPED ENVELOPE WITH PAYMENT OR PAY ONLINE OR AT ONE OF OUR OFFICES 2007 INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS Real Estate and Personal Property Taxes for the 2007 Tax Year may be paid in four installments if an application is filed with the Tax Collector before May 1st. You may apply for the installment plan online from our website www.taxcollector.com/. THIS APPLICATION DOES NOT APPLY TO 2006 TAXES If you are presently paying by the installment method;your account will be automatically renewed for 2007, UNLESS you advise the Tax Collector to remove your name. KEN BURTON, JR. MANATEE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR .(941) 750-9566 www.taxcollector.com Holmes Beach City Hall Veteran'semorla Program: 9 am Continental Breakfast 9:30 am Presentation of Colors Presentation of Service Flags National Anthem *D-. ,-m ^-r i -i .,i i 1 11 iii. i i M THE ISLANDER O OCT. 25. 2006 13 ,. Wednesday, Oct. 25 8 to 9 a.m. "Wake up and smell the coffee" at the Longboat- Lido-St. Armands Key Chamber of Commerce, 6960 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Information: 383-2466. Thursday, Oct. 26 9 to 10:15 a.m.- Beginning- to intermediate-level yoga class at the Anna Maria Island Art League, 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach. Information: 778-2099. Fee applies. 6 to 9 p.m. Family Halloween night at the South Florida Museum, 201 10th St. W., Bradenton. Information: 746-4131. Fee applies. Friday, Oct. 27 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.- Goblin gathering and fall festival fun house at G.T. Bray Park, 5504 33rd Ave. Drive W., Bradenton. Information: 742-5974. Fee applies. 6 to 9 p.m. Parents night out hosted by the Island Baptist Church for children toilet-trained through fifth-grade, 8605 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 778-2979. Saturday, Oct. 28 8:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.- ABC Boating class at the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, 5801 33rd Ave. W., Bradenton. Information: 795- 6189. Fee applies. 8:30 a.m. Kiwanis Club with guest Robin Haecher,.former director of the Art Council of Manatee, at Cafe on the Beach, Manatee Public Beach, 4700 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. 10 a.m. -AME Fall Festival parade from Holmes Beach City Hall to Anna Maria Elementary School in Holmes Beach. Information: 708-5525. 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sierra Club Energy Film Festival at the Sudakoff Center, 5845 General Dougher Place, Sarasota. Informa- tion: 330-9603. Fee applies. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. "Super Shark" Halloween fun at Mote Marine Aquarium, 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy., Sarasota. Information: 388- 4441. Fee applies. 11 :.30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fall'Festival at Anna Maria Elementary School, 4700 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 708-5525. 2 p.m. "Betty Comora's Swing Street Trio" at the Manatee Players' Riverfront Theatre, 102 Old Main St., Bradenton. Information: 748-5875. Fee applies.- 5:30 p.m. Oktoberfest at the Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-1638. Fee applies. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Fall festival fun house at G.T. Bray Park, 5504 33rd Ave. Drive W., Bradenton. Information: 742-5974. Fee applies. 8 to 11 p.m. Halloween party/dance at the Bradenton Wom- an's Club, 1705 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton. Information: 773-0177. Fee applies. Sunday, Oct. 29 3 p.m. Sarasota POPS Orchestra featuring pianist Joyce Val- entine at Neel Performing Arts Center, 5840 26th St. W., Bradenton. Information: 351-8000. Fee applies. 5:30 p.m. Italian Harvest Party at the Palma Sola Botanical Park, 9800 17th Ave. N.W., Bradenton. Information: 761-2866. Fee applies. Monday, Oct. 30 9 to 10:15 a.m.- Beginning- to intermediate-level yoga class at the Anna Maria Island Art League, 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach. Information: 778-2099. Fee applies. 7 to 9 p.m. 'The Way of the Heart' class at St. Bernard Catho- lic Church, 248 S. Har'c.r Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778- 4769. 'Parisian Woman' opens renovated Asolo Jennifer Logue (center) stars with Matt Brown (left) and Marcus Johnson in "The Parisian Woman," the first theatrical performance in the newly 'reno- vated Historic Asolo Theater at the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art. The play, presented by the FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training begin- ning Nov. 3, is a 19th-century comedy of manners and starts the conservatory's 33rd season. Logue is the granddaughter of Island-resident Jo-an Perry. For more information about the play, call 351-8000. Islander Photo: Courtesy Frank Atura Tuesday, Oct. 31 Noon Anna Maria Island Rotary Club meeting with guest speaker on growing up in the Moonies and helping others heal at the BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 350-4326. 3:30 p.m.- Costume contest and Trail of Treats departing from the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce, 5313 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 779-9412. Wednesday, Nov. 1 7 to 8 a.m. Pier Regulars meeting at the Anna Maria Pier, 100 S. Bay Blvd., Anna Maria. Information: 778-7062. Ongoing: "Sweeney Todd" at Manatee Players Riverfront Theatre, 102 Old Main St., Bradenton, through Oct. 29. Information: 748-5875. Fee applies. Watercolor exhibit by Paul Acre at Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, through Oct. 31. Information: 792-1039. Faculty exhibit at the Anna Maria Island Art League, 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach, through Nov. 3. Information: 778- 2099. * "Latin American Art Exposition" at the Longboat Key Center for the Arts, 6860 Longboat Drive, Longboat Key, through Nov. 9. Informa- tion: 794-0650. Coming up: Flu shots at the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce Nov. 2. Anna Maria Island Community Center's Food for Life cooking class at St Bernard Catholic Church Nov. 3. Fall Bazaar at Kirkwood Presbyterian Church Nov. 4. Taste of Manatee.Nov. 4-5. Internet class at the Island Branch Library Nov. 6. Flu shots at St. Bernard Catholic Church Nov. 6. Island Young Professionals at Duffy's Tavern Nov. 6. Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce installation dinner at the Sun House Restaurant Nov. 6. Cooking class schedule set A series of free "Food for Life" classes, with lunch included, for cancer prevention and survival, is sched- uled by the Anna Maria Island Community Center. The classes, sponsored by the nonprofit Cancer Project of Washington, D.C., will be from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the activities center of St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. The theme is "advancing cancer prevention and survival through nutrition education and research." The schedule: Nov. 3, Planning Healthy Meals and Antioxidants. Nov. 10, Immune-Boosting Foods; Maintaining a Healthy Weight. Dec. 8, Fueling Up on Low-Fat Foods. Dec. 29, Favoring Fiber. Jan 5, Discovering Dairy Alternatives. Jan. 12, Replacing Meat. Jan. 19, Planning Healthy Meals. Jan. 26, Antioxidents and Phytochemicals. Feb. 2,. Immune-Boosting Foods. Feb. 9, Maintaining a Healthy Weight. Further information may be obtained at 778-1908. 'Art and Attic' sale planned An "Art and Attic" sale is planned for Nov. 18 as a fundraiser for the Artists Guild of Anna Maria Island. It will be on the sidewalk of the guild's gallery, 5414 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. To be sold are oil, acrylic and watercolor paint- ings, jewelry, sculptures,. and carvings by members of the guild, plus items gleaned from their attics, such as books, furniture, lamps, etc. Individual artists will have booths there as well, and a baked goods sale is on the program. Additional details may be obtained by calling 778-6694. Candidates host Friday fish fry, politics A line of volunteers for Anna Maria mayoral candi- date Fran Barford and city commission candidates Jo Ann Mattick and Linda Cramer serve fried fish, baked beans, cheese grits, coleslaw and hush puppies to a crowd gathered for the free dinner and politics. Islander Photo: Lisa Neff CASH INCENTIVES ON GRADY-WHITES AT CANNONS MARINA! Only Thru November 51 Great Grady Days cash incentives of $500-$3,500 on a limited availability of 18ft-33ft new Gradys. The Best Grady-White Factory-Sponsored Sales Event Ever! Yamaha Makes It Better... Choose a new Yam.aha -3n -:r ,ca, : ,- r: l", J d warranty Up to $'.2,o00' value on 75-250 hp Four- r \,l m ,,j-l: * CANNONS s M A R I N A COMPETITIVE QUALITY COMMITMENT 6040 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key (2 miles from north end) Open 7 days a week, 8 a.m. 5:30 p.m. Cannons.con 383-1311 Offer good until November 21. Visit Cannons Marina for more details. We're worth the trip! FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED SINCE 1955 SALES SERVICE RENTALS OYAMAHA When you want the best U 2L" I~ ~am 0 -rrmm ,%,-;i W-M 14 M OCT. 25. 2006 M THE ISLANDER Insurance: Candidates want you to know they care By Molly McCartney Islander Reporter With early voting in the November mid-term elec- tion already under way, the state wind insurance crisis has become a burning issue as candidates focus their speeches, advertisements and Web sites on the insur- ance problem and make tough statements about what they would do to fix it. State Rep. Bill Galvano, a Republican who is unopposed for re-election to the 68th District, which includes Anna Maria Island, said that insurance has become "if not the top issue, then one of the top two or three issues." At the gubernatorial level, the candidates for both major parties are making a special effort to present themselves as activists looking out for property owners hard hit by the absence of affordable wind coverage. "The crisis that homeowners and business owners are facing because of rising insurance costs is critical to the future of the state and will be one of the biggest challenges that the next governor faces," said Josh Ear- nest, communications director for the Jim Davis cam- paign. Earnest told The Islander that the insurance crisis is a critically important part of Davis' stump speech and "it is something he talks about on every stop." Davis is the 11th District congressman from the Tampa-St. Petersburg area running for governor on the Democratic ticket. Charlie Crist, the current Florida attorney general from the Pinellas County area, is the Republican candi- date for governor. According to Crist campaign materi- als, "no issue is more on the minds of Floridians than the rising cost of insurance." The Crist plan Here are highlights of what Crist proposes, based on information posted on his Web site: "It is my fundamental belief that the insurance industry should assume the financial risk for hurri- canes.... Therefore, the first stpp to bringing private insurers back to Florida is to provide affordable reinsur- ance for them so that these companies can, in turn, pass those savings on and provide affordable insurance to Streetlife Island police reports Anna Maria City Oct. 14, 400 block of Magnolia Avenue, alarm. Deputies responded to the location due to an alarm and secured the property. Oct. 17, 10006 Gulf Drive, White Egret, battery. According to the report, the victim came to the location to return a set of keys. An argument began in regards to some personal property and escalated into a physical altercation. Bradenton Beach Oct. 1. 12500 block of Cortez Road West. traffic arrest. A man w as arrested for dri. ing an unregistered vehicle. Oct. 9, 2500 block of Gulf Drive N.'. traffic. A drill er %%as issued a summons to appear for using a tag registered to another vehicle . Oct. 10, 2513 Gulf Drite N.. Circle K. lost prop- ert\. A Velda Farms employee stated that he left his inventory control computer on the side of his vehicle and that he heard it hit the ground as be drove away. BN the time he turned around and pulled back into the parking lot, the computer w as gone. Oct.- 10. 2502 Gulf Dri\e N.. Club Bamboo Resort, criminal mischief. Officers received an anonymous complaint about loud noise around the pool area. Upon arrival, the officer found several items had been throw n into the pool. The items. which had originally been placed around the pool deck, included si\ concrete ashtray s. one large con- crete planter and plant. weighing approximatelN 300 pounds, one orange traffic cone. a beer bottle and a plastic trashcan. Oct. 11, 3000 block of Gulf Dri' e N.. traffic arrest. A man was arrested for driving ith a suspended license. ' S.Oct. 12,1800 Gulf Drite S.'"Coquina Park. \\a- rant arrest. :TMarine rescue personnel made a corn- ?. lainta. o \b.^ r m.n ccm ^"s 1 a 0-d 1 '* homeowners." He would do this by making funds in the Florida Hurricane Catastrophe Fund (the so-called Cat Fund) "more readily accessible to residential insurers." The Cat Fund was established by the state in 1993 as a way to reimburse insurance companies for a portion of their catastrophic hurricane losses. "I will require insurance companies to provide - home inspections so that homeowners know what they can do, like adding hurricane shutters and exterior doors. "I will require the Insurance Consumer Advocate to publish an annual report card that analyzes the claims handling, consumer complaints, profit margins, and financial health of every insurance company." For more detail on the Crist approach to the insur- ance crisis, go to www.charliecrist.com and click on the button for policy papers. The Davis plan Candidate Davis would establish what he calls a "Hurricane Premium Protection Fund Plan" and a "Policyholders Bill of Rights." Here are some of the main points of the Davis proposal, based on his Web site: The Davis Protection Plan "will lower rates by providing inexpensive capital to insurance companies to allow them to pay claims in a timely and efficient manner." He said it "will lower rates because the fund will accrue capital during less damaging hurricane sea- sons" and "spread risk across every property in Florida to keep rates low." Davis would also restructure the Cat Fund. He says it will be "capitalized with a portion of the premiums collected by insurance companies from windstorm poli- cies...." "Insurance companies will be prohibited from raising rates without prior approval from the Office of Insurance Regulations...." Davis' "Bill of Rights" for policyholders would include rights to "stable insurance premiums," the set- tling of damage claims "fairly and quickly,"'a "fully funded, financially sound Hurricane Catastrophe Fund," and rights to "easily obtain lo" -interest loans" to strengthen their homes and businesses against hur- ricane damage. For more details on the Jim Davis plan, go to his at www.jimdavis2006.com Galvano: Candidate focus on insurance is good Galvano couldn't be happier about all the atten- tion that campaigns are giving to insurance. In his view, the controversies kicked up by candidates talk- ing. about insurance are adding to the pressure for elected officials to come up with solutions that benefit the public. "Each party is trying to blame the other for the current situation," he said. "So whoever gets elected is going to feel a real mandate to go and work on this issue to do whatever we can to make it better for the citizens of Florida." Galvano, who has been a leader in the effort to find solutions for the insurance crisis and who expects the governor to call a special session in early December to look at insurance, said "people are so tuned into this" that the insurance industry won't be able to control the solutions that are developed by the Legislature. He said that people will be looking to see how their senator or representative is voting, and this has the potential to make a big difference in what the gov- ernment actually does. Galvano notes that "even the federal candidates are talking about insurance." That awareness can help Flor- ida consumers, he said, because one of the proposals under consideration is the idea of a national catastrophe fund that could be '"worked into the picture, especially given what happened in New Orleans." In looking at the problem and at the need for action, Galvano believes government is going to have to come up with some relief for property owners. "If we don't do something," he said, "I think you will certainly see the ramifications in the next election cycle." Meantime, there is the human element. "People are so upset about what is happening to them," he said. "I hear from constituents and they don't know where to turn. Insurance goes up and those are the lucky ones. The others just get canceled." Man injured diving from resort balcony This past month the resort manager at Club pool and "acting crazy." Bamboo Resort requested a report be filed with the Although the uncle had told the nephew seve Bradenton Beach Police Department for an incident times he was planning to jump into the pool fr< at the resort resulting in serious injury to a Parrish the balcony, the nephew said he didn't take l1 man. serious. . According to the report, officers assisted Emer- gency Medical Services on Sept. 8, when the 37- year-old man attempted to jump into the pool and missed, plummeting from a third-story balcony. The manager told police the victim was not a guest of the resort, but the man's nephew visiting from Michigan was renting a unit. The nephew told police the two of them had shared a 24-pack of beer while hanging out at the park. She was arrested on a Hillsborough County warrant. Oct. 13, 700 block of Gulf Drive North, threats. Two women reported receive i ng threats from another woman. Due to the nature of the threats, an offi- cer advised the women to each obtain a restraining order. Oct. 13, 2300 block of Gulf Drive North, burglary. A woman reported a package stolen from her unlocked vehicle. Her boyfriend also reported items stolen from his vehicle. Both had been parked in the same car- port. Oct. 14, 100 block of Gulf Drive North, traffic arrest. According to the report, a vehicle crossed the center line of the roadway almost striking a police vehicle. The driver was arrested for driving without a license. Oct. 15, 200 Bay Drive S., city parking lot, towed vehicle. A vehicle parked in a city-owned lot was towed because it appeared to be abandoned. Oct. 15, 100 block of Bridge Street, assault. A eral om im -According to the report, the uncle climbed over a metal safety gate in place to keep guests from falling over the edge of the breezeways. He then jumped. landing on his head and resulting in a broken neck. The man % as taken by EMS to Kingfish Boat Ramp % here the W were met by a helicopter from Ba Hlite M medical Transport and he w\as transported to Bay front Medical Center in St. Petersburg. man as arrested after attempting to assault a police officer. According to the report. the man was into\i- cated and approached an office's patrol car and demanded a ride home. When the officer refused to give the man a ride, he approached the officer in a threatening manner. Holmes Beacli Oct. 17, 3600 block of Sixth A\enue, theft. A woman reported her 1988 Buick Regal. which she parked at her home. stolen. The w oman advised police that the ke3 s to the vehiclee were left on the driver's floorboard, the driver's door is inop- erative and her wheelchair was in the trunk. The following day, Manatee County Sheriff's Office advised an arrest had been made and the vehicle was recovered.at a motel.on 14th Street in Bra- denton.' Oct. 18, 3324 E. Bay Drive, West Marine, theft. A multiband tranceiver radio displayed on the store counter was reportedly stolen. 4 & ^ u c. c ^ j"j. ( 'm r .: ENE]I4ATION by Rick Catlin. Longboat Key man was Army doctor in North Africa, Italy Jack "Doc" Sanders never envisioned three years in the Army as a doctor when he completed his medical training and internship at the University of Illinois-Chi- cago medical school in June 1941. Fact is, he promptly got married to a pretty nurse named Jane and headed to Canada for a honeymoon. But thoughts of military service were never far from Doc's mind. At that time, the U.S. military had a one-year draft for all physically fit men 18 years and older. Rather than wait to get drafted, Doc volunteered for the U.S. Army Medical Corps in September 1941, figuring he'd only have to spend a year in the service before he could enter private practice. "This was before Pearl Harbor and I was newly married. Everybody hoped we wouldn't get in the war," said Doc. - Little did he know he would end up spending nearly four years,of his life as an Army doctor, including land- ings in North Africa and Italy. But all that was in the future when he returned to his hometown of Chicago from Canada to purchase his new uniform as a first lieutenant in the U.S. Army. "I remember how proud I was in my new uniform, complete with Sam Brown belt and sword. I swaggered out to my wife with my cap at a jaunty angle and said, 'How do I look?' First, she stared at me in awe, then started giggling and said, as she pointed, 'Your fly is open.' So began my career as an Army officer and medi- cal doctor in World War II." With no military training, Doc was assigned to Camp Stewart in Georgia with the dubious title of chief of a venereal disease ward. Then, the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor and America swung into action. Doc was quickly sent to Fort McPherson in Atlanta as part of a medical induction team giving physical to new recruits. It was like an assembly line at a Ford auto plant, Doc remembered. After about two months of this duty, in early 1942, Doc was assigned to an anti-aircraft battalion as bat- talion surgeon and received several days of military training; learning how to salute, march, give orders, get up at reville and. try to be what the Army called a soldier. First Lt. Jack Sanders, M.D., as a battalion surgeon in the U.S. Army Medical Corps in North Africa during World War II. "That was it. We then shipped out to New York. We figured we were going overseas, but didn't know exactly where. I remember that the wives who lived near the camp were permitted to come in and say good- bye. It was a very short moment for Jane and me. I know I tried very hard to be brave. I-never imagined I wouldn't see my wife for another three years." Doc and his battalion sailed for Northern Ireland aboard the "Queen Mary." Once on British soil, the unit began training for an invasion of an as-yet undis-. closed location. Doc's job was battalion surgeon, but as it turned out, that was just a fancy name for "chief medic." In its haste to get American troops into the war, the Army showed how far behind it was from the mecha- nized and modern warfare the British had endured for more than two years. "We arrived in Northern Ireland unprepared for modern warfare. We had World War I helmets, rifles and equipment and metal containers with bandages dated 1918." The battalion also had very few Army medics, so Doc trained a few men in the art of first aid and got them assigned to his section as medics. Eventually, Doc's unit received modern weap- ons, helmets and equipment. In early November, they boarded a British troop ship, the Ormond, and sailed in convoy to the "unknown destination." In the middle of the Atlantic Ocean on Nov. 8, 1942, Doc and his men learned they were going to, invade Africa as part of the first Allied offensive in the European Theater. It .was a rough and confusing arrival. Attempting to dock -at Oran harbor in North Africa in the middle of night without lights or radar, PATRICIA STAEblER STATE CERTiFiEd GENERAl AppRANSER COMMERC/Al ANd RESidENTIAl INVESTMENT CONSU[TiNq ~ ESTATE DECiSIONS EMINENT DOMAIN- REA[ ESTATE TAX 941.705.0123 F LiCENSE RZ 2890 409 PETREL TRAI- BRAdENTON, FL 3421 2 IORECKVACUUM: ALL 3 PIECES FREE139Value FULL 3-YEAR WARRANTY! I $199 VALUE I FREE' I I g I B 8 Attachments 1iIm llr i I Weighs 8 Ibs. Strong enough to pkk iTT'-T Hotel Strength up a 16 lb. bowling ball. S REPAIRS 7 DAYS A WEEK THE ISLANDER U OCT. 25. 2006 3 15 the Ormond promptly plowed into another troop ship already at anchor. "It was organized chaos," Doc remembered with a laugh. Everyone was ordered to climb down the ropes into the landing craft and head for the shore. "Luckily, nobody was shooting at us." But that was the only good news for Doc and the medics. Arriving on shore, Doc found that his equipment including his tent was still on board the ship. Doc spent the night in near-freezing conditions, walking around slapping his arms and shoulders to keep warm. The next day, Doc finally got his gear and medical supplies and set up the battalion aid station to begin treating casualties, which were remarkably few. The Allies weren't facing the vaunted Afrika Corps of Field Marshall Erwin Rommell at least not yet but the Vichy French forces, who were confused and not eager to engage the Americans. Life in North Africa was primitive Army to say the least. What Doc and his medics didn't have, they had to build or find. A "john" was built outdoors with no surrounding walls to keep sightseers out. Doc remembers that on occasion, Arab women on donkeys would come by and stare. "I had no intention of moving. We would just look at each other," he laughed. Life in North Africa certainly did have its lighter moments. Doc and the medics would always bring up the rear of the convoy when the battalion moved out. One night in late December 1942, Doc's unit stopped next to what looked like an American grain silo. Upon investigation, however, the silo turned out to be a French winery. Not wanting to waste a good location for an aid station, Doc and his assistant, Sgt. Pezzula, quickly set up office in the winery. Word spread quickly within the battalion and Doc had a higher than usual number of sick call patients the next few days. When the battalion moved out, Doc became suspi- cious when he saw all the men were so happy. It turned out that Sgt. Pezzula had filled all the 5-gallon water cans attached to the medical jeeps and ambulances with wine, not water. When the North African campaign ended in 1943, Doc and his unit were in on the invasion of Italy in Sep- tember, landing near a town called Torre Annunziata south of Naples. The fighting was much fiercer than in North Africa, and the battalion aid station had plenty of customers. Doc's job was to perform first aid and minor surgery to the wounded and transfer the more serious cases back to the rear to a field hospital. He later learned that the job of battalion surgeon on the front lines was always given to the newest and youngest doctor, while the "older doc- tors" were given the jobs back at the rear hospitals.. Of course, these "real doctors" at the field hospitals PLEASE SEE GREATEST, NEXT PAGE OIRIECK Vacuums of Sarasota 4892 S. Tarniami Trail, in the Landings Plaza Hours: Mon.-Fri, 10-6, Sat, 10-5, Sun., 12-5 941-924-1841 AMI - - - I 16 E OCT. 25. 2006 U THE ISLANDER Greatest Generation CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15 had "real female nurses" working with them. But bringing wounded to a field hospital had its benefits. "We wore helmets, had rolled-up sleeves, open shirts and combat boots caked with mud when we went back to the rear. The field hospital nurses had real respect for us 'fighting GI docs,' not the old crock doctors." A few weeks after the invasion of Italy, the Italians surrendered and the former enemies were now friends, except that Italian military personnel were supposed to head to prisoner-of-war camps. One day, some Italian soldiers walked up to the aid station and surrendered. They should have been sent to a POW camp, said Doc, but somehow Pezzula, who spoke Italian, managed to get two of the men to work for Doc as a personal aide in exchange for food and a place to sleep. Pezzula kept one man as his own aide. This was against regulations, but Pezzula convinced Doc it was OK because "the Ital- ians are now our friends," as the sergeant put it. This arrangement worked well for about five months, until the men were discovered one morning by a major on a unit inspection. The major ordered Doc to bust Pezzula down to private, but Pezzula pleaded his case that all his money was going back to his mother in the states and he couldn't afford a demotion. "What could I do? He suckered me again," said Doc with a laugh. Pezzula eventually married an Italian girl while he was serving in Italy. Doc was the best man at his wed- ding. But all good things, or bad things, must sooner or later come to an end. The war in Italy ground on through the spring of 1945, until Germany surrendered in May. Doc and his medics continued to treat the wounded and even assisted at a Naples hospital, helping Italian doctors treat civilian patients. He saw his share of dead and dying, but those are the stories of the heroes that are still over there, Doc said. After three years overseas, Doc had enough points to qualify to return to the States and get his discharge. He became chief surgeon of a 500-bed Veterans Hos- pital in Arkansas and later entered private practice as a surgeon in Chicago. He was eventually appointed clini- cal professor of surgery at the University of Illinois. He came to the Bradenton area in 1976 following . .L ..... . ,,-p Jack "Doc" Sanders and wife Virginia today at their Longboat Key home. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin the death of Jane that year, and practiced at Blake Medi- cal Center for about 25 years. He now lives on Longboat Key with his second wife, Virginia. "My wartime experiences have stayed with me all my life. I guess I was glad to offer my medical training and efforts, but I must admit I wasn't much of a soldier. Not that the Army didn't try to make one out of me. The war was one hell of an experience. I discovered that I could be just as scared as the next guy but keep going. We weren't heroes. We just did our job and I like to believe that a number of guys got back to the States because of what I did. Not seeing my new bride for three years was rough, but I came back." Just another member of the Greatest Generation. Calling all Islander vets The Islander newspaper is planning a special cer-. emony and breakfast at 9 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 9, at the Holmes.Beach City Hall Butterfly Park and Veterans Memorial for all veterans who have been featured in "The Greatest Generation." Some of the telephone numbers and addresses of the veterans have been misplaced. If you know the address or phone number of any of the following veterans, or if you are the veteran, please call us at 778-7978 or e-mail us at news@islander.org. The veterans we need are: Ray McDannald, Bob Shafer, Peter and Cedella Duke, Bob Frank, Frank Zacchero, Joe Frattura, Bob Seipel, Paul Kaemmerlen, George Wilson, Jack Mead, Roy Davis, Walter Stewart, Leo Ostiguy and Anne Kurtz. . U-J.fi.l O I.VNOni.-Fri1. 7 -ou,-Y pmll Sat., Sun., Holidays 730oam-5pm WALK-INS WELCOME We're available to tend to your urgent care needs Fever/Infections Minor Lacerations Simple Fractures Sprains PINNACLE MEDICAL CENTER 315 75th Street West Bradenton 941-761-1616 WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DO rn a r a FROM 1-BEDROOM a n n a aa r i a APARTMENTS G-Gulf Coast TO RE N T ALS 5-BEDR2OOM R E Ni T A L S EXECUTIVE HOMES 5319 Gulf Drire Holmes Beach Wesi side ,.-I I land Fiines.s Plazai TEL. 941-778-3699-* TOLL FREE 1-800-865-0800 FAX 941--182-5006 E-mail vacation@amgcrentals.com Web www.amgcrenrial3 corn Final October 'fall back' coming By Jim Hanson Islander Reporter Remember "springing forward" an hour last April? Well, it's time to "fall back" again, but for the last time in October. Next year you'll fall back in November. The time schedule, or rescheduling, wasn't confusing enough. Just when we were getting used to it, "shifty" Washington lawmakers changed it again and made day- light-saving time end on the first Sunday of November. But this year we'll go back to Standard Time at 2 a.m. on the last Sunday in October, which is Oct. 29. Set your clocks back one hour then, or about then - most seem to prefer doing the resetting before going to bed Saturday night. Although DST originally was designed to give farm- ers more daytime in the fields, it turned out that they had the same number of hours of daylight and dark as under the old system. So the time meddlers decided in 1918 it would conserve resources for the World War I effort, but almost nobody bought that nonsense and it was abandoned. When we went into our second World War, Congress reinstated DST, calling it War Time, and the country stayed ahead of itself until 1945. Then locali- ties were set free to do as they wished with the time, but that brought so much confusion that the Congress put the United States on DST again in 1966. Still called it Saving Time, instead of, more properly, Switching Time. Hello? You still with us? Last year President Bush signed the Energy Policy Act of 2005, which changed the time again as of 2007. So starting next year, clocks spring forward on the second Sunday of March and fall back the first Sunday of November. But for 2006, fall back on Oct. 29. 'Growing Up in the Moonies' to be Rotary lunch topic Donna Collins will describe "Growing Up in the Moonies and Helping Others Heal" at a luncheon meeting of the Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island Tuesday, Oct. 31. This will be the weekly session of the Island group at noon at the BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. 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Call to Schedule Appointment Island Chiropractic Center 3612 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach 778-0722. rr iiat;',offo ed a;sa rs li of a & Its ird m o'r g eadr 'S fnr V t': ee, i artdfeo f r '1 x.a r lrt t rI N!,t TIE ISLANDER a OCT. 25, 2006 17 Remembering Gregg Allman on Anna Maria Island By Paul Roat The 16th Annual Carl Balck GMC Sarasota Blues Fest will be Saturday, Oct. 28, at the Ed Smith Stadium, 2700 12th St., Sarasota. Headlining the show is Gregg Allman, who has roots to Anna Maria Island, as well as Jamie Eubanks, Sarasota All-Stars, Devon Allman's Honeytribe, Maria Muldaur and Magic Slim & the Teardrops. Allman lived on the Island during the late 1970s and ran into a bit of trouble at a favorite watering hole in Bradenton Beach in the form of an open-container charge. Bradenton Beach Vice Mayor Lisa Marie Phil- lips remembers that fateful day. "I was 16 when the Oar House was in it's last days. Before the fire, it was a real draw; very popular and packed on weekends. The music was always rock - southern rock and blues and the merry crowd would spill onto the beach for overflow seating. "Being a child of the 1960s and '70s with a very young mother, I-was heavily into rock and roll. We idolized the southern rock bands, especially the Allman Brothers, which is why when Gregg showed up with some bikers at the Oar House, my mother called me at home and said, 'Grab your camera.' Italian Harvest Party Sunday The annual Palma Sola Botanical Park garden party will be held Sunday, Oct. 29, at the park, located in northwest Bradenton at 9800 17th Ave. N.W. "Italian Harvest" is the party theme. A social hour begins at 5:30 p.m. followed by dinner and entertainment. There will also be a silent auction and complimentary wine and beer. Tickets cost $50 per person. This is a fundraiser for the Palma Sola Botanical Park Foundation. For more information, call 761-2866. Yoga classes are under way Autumn yoga classes have begun at the Anna Maria Island Art League quarters, 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach, with Preston Whaley Jr. in charge. The classes will be on Mondays and Thursdays from 9 to 10:15 a.m., with beginning to intermediate levels offered. Further information may be obtained by telephoning 778-2099 or 747-9397. Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, ELCA Pastor Rosemary W. Backer Saturday `5pm Service of Celebration SSunday '9:30 am Worship Service ''' Nursery available ai 9:30am Youth Sunday School 9.30arr, q. ->- ', 'i' ioWA' Qicraoeiiuirieran corr ~6608 Marina Drive -- ". :": s Holmes Beach 778-1813 R5er iI4emorial (Tmonmunitn 4Iprd1 A Non-Denominational Christian Church Rev. Gary A. Batey Serving the Community Since 1913 Come Celebrate Christ Worship Service: 10am Children's Church School: 10am, Youth Church School: 1Oam Transportation & Nursery Available 512 Pine Ave, Anna Maria 778-0414 www.roserchurch.com Need help budgeting your insurance costs? R ow you can pay for your personal and business aK imsnurance protection rirh an easy-to-handle payment plan trom AuLp-O'A-ncr Insurance Company Our plan means lei strain on your budget. .. Call us and ask about it todayil 'a '7 Jim Mixon nisurle 5412 Manna Dr Island Sropping Ceri :lrnies Be a: h (941) 778-2253 jim.mixon2@verizon.net -OUR OFFICE IS CLOSED FOR LUNCH NOON-1 DAILY. Gregg Allman performs Saturday in Sarasota. "When I arrived, the action was already taking place out front. The local officers were taking Gregg to task over an open container, or some such issue, and the bikers were all crowding around to protect their star. Initially, I wanted to just get pictures of Gregg Allman as a fan, but the minute I raised my camera, I was thwarted by some of the bikers. They didn't want any pictures. I was lucky to keep my camera. "Since I was a photographer for the Manatee High School yearbook, I considered myself-something of a photojournalist, and had black-and-white film in my old Nikon. I'm not sure what inspired me, but I started shooting 'from the hip.' I held the camera at my waist and hoped for the best. "I watched as they had Gregg empty his pockets, laying his wallet and pocket change on top of the squad car. Then they turned him t6 face the car in order to. search him. That's the image I captured: Gregg Allman with arms raised and resting on the roof of the car, with his possessions between them, ready to be frisked. "The images were few, but good, and I thought it would be so cool to show them to Manatee High's student newspaper. What actually followed was a whirlwind. "I called the phone number listed in People maga- zine and they agreed to pay me $200 for the photo, which seemed a fortune to me in the 1970s. I received calls from the National Enquirer and others after that, but I had promised People an exclusive. Before the * ~ ~4Fulfilling Dreams. COAST *Flea Chrcking OF FLORIDA Frose Conlne Banking Ove j 00A' R I -877-COAS Tit ati'A(i1 .I?.df t "Tropical Bugs Need A Tropical Service" CALL US FOR A FREE ESTIMATE Beaches Bradenton Sarasota Parrish 778-1337 794-1005 365-2893 776-'0779 M Full Service Exterior and Interior Now Accepting Visa VISA __o_ and Mastercard Island Pest Control Inc. SERVING THE ISLANDS MORE THAN 20 YEARS State Certified/Licensed and Insured Locally owned and operated issue was released, it was brought to my attention that it may draw Mr. Allman's ire and I actually had the opportunity to speak with him about it as he was so frequently out and about on the Island in those days. He said he didn't care. "The photo appeared in print in People with 'Dutch Sapienza' credited, my nickname and maiden name." Oar House owner David Reid also remembered those times. "Gregg used to come in at all hours, including our morning happy hour (from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. for the Trop- icana late shift). In the morning he drank Ouzo. A shot. Evenings it was more Cutty and coke, the first time I had ever heard the combo and I've mixed a lot of drinks. "After the arrest, the place was a living memorial for him. My partner and I rented the jukebox outright so all profits went into our pockets, no split like on the pinball machines, and we loaded the juke with Allman Brothers' 45s. Unfortunately only one really rang true to our customers, and I thought I'd go off the deep end dangerous at a beach bar if I heard 'Midnight Rider' one more time. "It was during this hype that other 'celebs' dropped in. I'd do the bar for the backstage at Van Wezel and the promoters would give them a map to the Oar House. Tom Waites and Leon Redbone both ventured out, and of course Dickey Betts, and Dickey's wife even brought Gregg's wife out one afternoon. She is known in her own right as Cher." And then there was that fateful Sunday afternoon when the Allman Brothers put on a show at the Oar House. "They brought out their equipment Saturday night, then Sunday morning all hell broke loose. The roads to Bradenton Beach were packed, we sold out of beer all of it and we carried Pabst.Blue Ribbon Light. Bud- weiser brought a truck out to the Island and we almost sold it completely down. We drove two pickups to Cortez and loaded the bed full of ice from Star Fish Co. As fast as the beer would chill it went out over the bar. "A good time." Reid also remembered that when the bar burned down, Gregg had an outstanding tab of $154.75, but with all the publicity given to the Oar House by the singer, all was forgiven. Gates open at 11 a.m. Gregg Allman and Friends perform at 8 p.m. Tickets are $19 in advance at Tick- etmaster, $25 at the gate. Bring back the good times. Here are some "NO COST" 0 Investments to save you money on your heating/cooling bills: 1. Replace or clean your system's . filter on a monthly basis. Dirty filters restrict airflow. forcing your system to work iarer and less efficiently. 9 Remove objects from in front of your supply and return vents 3, Make sure your windows and 4dors arecoompletely dlSeadmwile your 0 syetern is operating. FOR MORE INFO PLEASE CALL OR CHECK OUR WEBSITE AT WWWE5TCOASTAC.COM _WEST COAST- AIR CONDITIONING - & HEATING INC - 778-9622 - 5347 Gulf Drive, No. 4, Holmes BeachrBusihess-Center, '} ]Holmes Beach CACO44365 FPL PARTICIPATING CONTRACTOR . .. . . . AM 18 0 OCT. 25. 2006 T THE ISLANDER Jsand4 Biz *^ -W By Rick Catlin Realty raves Wagner Realty, with offices at 2217 Gulf Drive N. and 1801 Gulf Drive N. in Bradenton Beach and 5360 Gulf of Mexico Drive on Lorrnboat Key, recently named Harold Small of its Anna Maria Island office as one of its top listing agents for September. Bill Greene took the same honor on Longboat Key. The team of Becky Smith and Elfi Starrett were named sales leaders on Anna Maria Island, while Cathy Meldahl and Harry Christensen took the sales award on Longboat Key. In the closed volume category, Small won the honor in- the closed volume cat- egory, while Greene grabbed the distinc- tion on Longboat Key. Awash in painting, carpentry, remodeling Holmes Beach resident Darrin Wash has been an Island resident for the past 19 7-1 -MIC-1 Ok "S 7 'Whale' of a contractor Charles Woehle, right, and Chuck Cherko of Woehle Construction Co. are custom home builders and renovaters who have recently expanded their services to include Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key and Siesta Key. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin years, handling carpentry and remodeling all over Anna Mfaria Island, Perico, Long- boat Key and west Bradenton. Fact is, he and his family have comr- pleted more than 2,000 remodeling and . carpentry jobs just on the Island. But Darrin Wash and Wash Family Inc. are more than just a carpentry and remodel- ing company. The company provides com- plete interior and exterior painting services. While most of the company's painting con- tracts are for homes, Darrin also does busi- ness properties, both inside and out. Wife Dawn handles the books and appointments, while their three children are often put to work "washing" down all the equipment. "It's been a great 19 years," said Darrin. "I just want all our many friends on the Island and in Bradenton to know about our painting services. Now, we're really able to do it all for the home and business owner." To reach Darrin or Dawn, call 725- 0073. Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce news The Anna Maria Island Chamber welcomed the following new members in October: Two scoops for Bayview Two Scoops ice cream, sandwich and gift shop opened in the Bayview Plaza in Anna Maria Oct. 18, occupying o athe site of the former Mama Lo's. From left ai are owner Mary LaBell S..:along with Alyssa Knepp and Erin Beal. Hours of operation are Monday through Sunday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. For more information, call 779-2422. Islander Photo: Nancy Ambrose and his crews can be reached at 761-3363. Got a new business going up in Anna Maria Island, Cortez or Longboat Key? How about a new product or service, an anniversary, a new hire, or an award- winning staff member? Call Island Biz at 778-7978,fax your news to 778-9392, or e-mail us at news@islander.org. United Boat and Yacht Sales, 323 10th Ave. W., No. 105, Palmetto, 228-3489. Silvia's Flower Corner, 9807 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria, 720-0424. First in Care Home Health Agency, 4900 Manatee Ave. W., No. 101, Braden- ton, 746-8400. Shooting Star Photography, 3409 61st Terrace E., Ellenton, 776-8870. Island Bazaar, 3304 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach, 778-3443. Bridge Street Bazaar, 117 Bridge St., Bradenton Beach, 778-3400.. Danielle's Day Spa, 103 Seventh St. N., Bradenton Beach, 650-5441. For more information on Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce activities, call 778-1541. Constructing the Island Charles Woehle has more than 30 years experience in the custom-home con- struction industry and for the past 13 years has put his experience to work in west Bradenton and other mainland areas. Among his more noteworthy projects are the Peaches Restaurants in Bradenton. Now, Woehle Construction Inc. has expanded to Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key and Siesta Key. In addition to custom homes, Woehle arnd his staff also do major remodeling projects and commercial renovations, including office buildings. A licensed Florida contractor, Charles DO YOU 1k10Wl hOWI ton0 otto Tuna $ tPGOt? Premium space is available in the street map section of The Islander. Call advertising specialist Nancy Ambrose, 778.7978, for information on how you can market your business to Islanders AND visitors. Registered Nurse Valerie Fortunato has joined the staff of Island Family Physi-. cians at 3909 E. Bay Drive in Holmes Beach. With her addition, IFP, includ- ing Dr. Stephen Pelham and Dr. Scott Kosfeld, is now able to handle new patients with greater efficiency. To make an appointment at Island Family Physi- cians, call 778-1007. Islander Photo: Nancy Ambrose .. : ... - . . . . . THE ISLANDER 0 OCT. 25. 2006 19 St. Joe slows, Seven Shores going forward By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter Despite a slowdown in the Florida housing market that has prompted home building giant St. Joe Inc. of Jacksonville to announce plans to exit the homebuild- ing business in Florida, the company has no intention of halting its Seven Shores condominium project on Perico Island. Instead, the company will look for a construction partner or partners to complete the planned 686-unit community that will eventually include 13 buildings. St. Joe chief executive Peter Rummell .issued a press release on St. Joe's decision to get out of the Florida housing market and concentrate on "creating infrastructure" in its developments and partner with homebuilders, who will do the actual construction. Rummell said that the company will lay off more than 100 staff in the next 18 months and offer the con- struction rights on a number of its current 42 projects to building partners, rather than complete the project themselves. While Rummell did not name Seven Shores as a potential candidate for a partner, industry analysts say it's likely that St. Joe will look for local home build- ers as partners in the project first before scanning the national market. St. Joe will complete the infrastructure on Seven Shores, which includes a man-made lake, clubhouse, tennis courts and canoe ramp. Efforts by The Islander to reach St. Joe spokesper- son Jerry Ray in Jacksonville for comment on the future of Seven Shores were unsuccessful. Site clearing and preparation at Seven Shores has been ongoing since January and St. Joe has established Island real estate sales 6424 Gulf Drive, Unit 7, La Plage, Holmes Beach, a 2,132 sfla / 2,442 sfur 3bed/2 1/2bath/2car gulffront condo built in 2003 was sold 10/02/06, Hildorf to Ruck- deschel for $1,950,000; list $2,225,000. 617 Key Royale Drive, Holmes Beach, a 2,602 sfla / 3,147 sfur 3bed/2bath/2car - bayfront pool home built in 1965 on a 92x160 lot was sold 10/03/06, Kelly to Ruiz for $1,500,000; list $1,790,000., Lucky seven Site clearing and construction of the infrastructure at the St. Joe company's Seven Shores condominium devel- opment on Perico Island has been under way since January, although little has happened in recent months and no start date of actual construction has yet been announced. Islander Photo: Jack Elka a sales office at the east end of the Anna Maria Island Bridge for prospective buyers, although actual con- struction of any of the buildings has not yet started. Units are priced from $800,000 and, unofficially, seven reservations have been taken for units. No com- 816 South Bay Blvd., Anna Maria, a vacant 87x160 bayfront lot sold 10/02/06, Turner to FLM inc. for $1,050,000. 7007 Holmes Blvd., Unit A, Island Views, Holmes Beach, a 1,500 sfla / 2,000 sfur 3bed/2bath condo built in 2002 was sold 10/06/06, Island Views Condo to Shuttleworth for $546,000. Jesse Brisson, broker/associate at Gulf-Bay Realty, (941) 778-7244. Cur- rent Island real estate transactions may also be viewed online at www.islander. org. Copyright 2006. pletion date for the first phase of buildings has been announced. St. Joe is the largest private landowner in Florida and, since 1997, has been active in the home construc- tion market, particularly in Florida's panhandle. Fc ani, i sd. 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Americo Title looked to tie the score two minutes later when Jake Parsons ran down a Chris Burdick punt, beat two defenders and-was closing in on the Autoway Ford goal. Autoway goalie Maddy Valadie came off her line and smothered the ball to deny Parsons and his Americo teammates. Autoway extended its lead to 2-0 in the 12th minute when Officer found some space up the left side. He beat an Americo defender around the corner and fired a rocket that clanged off the near post. The ball rolled out in front of the goal and Emma Peery alertly knocked the ball into the empty goal. Officer looked like he was going to score another goal three minutes later when he again dribbled into the Americo box, but Burdick made a nice defensive play to deny the Autoway striker. However, Carper retrieved the clearing pass and deposited the ball far post for a 3-0 Autoway lead. Autoway Ford put the game away as the first half came to a close when Officer stole the ball from an Americo defender and poked it in for a 4-0 lead. The second half saw Autoway play more conser- vatively on offense, though first-half goalie Valadie did notch one goal to complete the scoring at 5-0. In other soccer action on Saturday, Air & Energy rode the three-goal performance of Mikey Ellsworth to a 4-2 victory over Mike Norman Realty in Division -JII soccer action. Kalif Mora added one goal for A&E, while Lexi Moore notched both goals for Mike Norman Realty in the loss. Ooh La La! Bistro cooked-off Mr. Bones 8-1 in Division III behind four goals from Josh Zawistoski and single goals from Jazmin Rivera, Mikayla Kane, Kiley Aldefer and Joselin Presswood. Jewel Martinez led Mr. Bones with one goal in the loss. Cf- t Caft- PLAN TO JOIN US FOR OCTOBERFEST OCT 26 S:. 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Three goals from Carlos Rios and one goal from Jordan Sebastiano carried ReMax Gulfstream Realty past Danziger Allergy and Sinus Destroyers 4-3 in Divi- sion I action. Ally Titsworth notched a pair of goals for Danziger, which also received one goal from Tommy Price in the loss. Joey Hutchinson scored three goals to lead Lap- ensee Plumbing to a 3-1 Division I victory over Island Family Physicians. Martine Miller scored the lone goal for IFP in the loss. Mike Norman Realty earned its first victory of the DISCOUNT LIQUOR COCKTAIL LOUNGE COUPON GOOD OCT. 25-31, 2006 . Wolfsmidt Vodka I MANATEE COUNTY'S Muirhead Scotch $1299 BEVERAGE DEALER I 1599 T Cap al bo'sI '.House of Pizza8 Buy regular price buffet and get second for with the purchase 2 of a soft drink I 792-5300 10519 Cortez Road W. Mon-Sat 11 am-1 Opm Sunday Noon-9pm PLEASE PRESENT COUPON EXPIRES NOV. 30, 2006 -- -- -U season with a 2-1 win over Ooh La La! Bistro in Divi- sion III action on Oct. 20. Lexi Moore and Joe Class each notched one goal to lead Mike Norman on offense. Josh Zawistoski scored the lone Ooh La La goal in the close match. The Sun continued to roll with a 5-2 win over West Coast Surf Shop in Division II soccer action on Oct. 19. Joel Hart led the way with three goals, while-younger brother Adam chipped in with two goals of his own in the victory. The Surf Shop received single goals from Stephanie Purnell and Danny Krokroskia in the loss. Air & Energy cooled off Americo Title with a 5-1 Division III victory on Oct. 18. Kalif Mora and Mikey Ellsworth led the way with two goals apiece, while Madison Driscoll chipped in with one goal. Jake Par- sons notched the lone goal for Americo Title in the loss. ReMax Gulfstream received four goals from Carlos Rios during its 7-2 victory over Harry's Continental Kitchens in Division I soccer action on Oct. 17. Cory Wash added a pair of goals for ReMax, which also received one goal from Jordan Sebastiano in the win. Harry's was led by Matt Bauer and Kyle Aritt, who each scored one goal in the loss. Division III Autoway Ford continued its quest for an undefeated season with a 4-2 win over Mr. Bones on Oct. 16. Robby Officer led the. way with three goals, while Neil Carper added one goal for Ford. Blaine Jenefsky scored two goals to lead Mr. Bones in the loss. Island Little League organizes A community organizational meeting for the Anna Maria Island Little League will be held on Friday, Nov. 3, at 6 p.m. at the Holmes Beach Fire Station. The meeting is open to all a dult Little League enthusiasts residing on Anna Maria Island and the Manatee County portion of Longboat Key. The primary agenda will be to vote in the new Little League slate of directors. Mark your calendars and plan on attending this important formation meeting. For more on Little League, contact Center athletic director Andy Jonatzke at 778-1908. 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In the first semifinal, Sam Samuels and Tom Skoloda ran away with a 21-12 victory over Hank Huyghe and Roy Vickers. The other semifinal game saw Debbie Rhodes and Tim Hottinger fall to the walker, Norm Good, by a 25-17 score. Samuels and Skoloda then prevailed in the finals against Good by a 22-15 score. Horseshoe action on Oct. 18 saw Samuels again claim the duck-shaped trophy, this time as a walker and the only owner of a perfect 3-0 pool-play record. Ron Pepka and Carole Watson emerged to win the playoff for second place. 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. Key Royale golf news The teams of Collins-Tripolino and*Lewis-Elliot both shot 125 to tie for first place in the Key Royale Club's sum-of-partners 18-hole tournament held on Oct. 18. Morgan and Heiselman came in second place with a score of 128, while Thorton and Winegarden came in third with a score of 130. Oct. 16 saw the men tee it up for a nine-hole, indi- vidiial-low-net game. Driscoll fired a five-under-par 27 to claim first place-by two strokes over Morgan. Two shots back in third place were Atkins6n and Fowler, who both shot 31 on the day. Friday the 13th of October saw the team of Terry Westby, Don Hookem, Jim Finn and Dick Mills claim the weekly coed, nine-hole tournament. Playing a two-best-balls-of-foursome game, the foursome shot a 55 to win by four shots over the team of Morgan, Morgan, Winegarden and McKinna, who combined to shoot a 59. 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Swamp apes have been reported in Florida for about 60 years. There were a flurry of sightings in the mid- 1970s of what was described as a 7-foot-tall ape-like creature, covered in light brown hair. It moved upright like a human and had a really, really bad smell, hence the name. In the late 1990s, the stinky creature was spotted again near Ochopee. This time, the tiny city's fire chief got a pretty good picture of the beast before it scuttled back into the brush. As they say, believe it or don't. Stingrays attack again OK, so it wasn't really an attack, but a Lighthouse Point man was stung in the heart.by a 3-foot-long sting- ray last week. The big ray apparently jumped from the water as they're known to do but flew into the boat and stung the 81-year-old. Friends kept him from pulling the barb out, probably saving his life, and rushed him to the hos- pital, where surgeons operated and removed the barb as if it were a fish hook they poked it through his heart, then stitched up the holes. "Crocodile Hunter" Steve Irvin was struck in the chest last month and died from his wound. Doctors believe he exacerbated the "sting" by pulling the barb from his chest. Stingrays have a barb at the base of their tales. When they're stepped on by bathers, or otherwise molested, they can whip the barb into their attacker. The barb has a nasty toxin that can cause excruciating pain. Best treatment is very, very hot water, which tends to break the toxin down. Of course, it's hard to soak your chest in very, very hot water, but it does work for a sting on your foot. Stingrays are about the most benign creatures in the --sea and in no way are they aggressive. They do jump out of the water, though, and apparently the Lighthouse Point guy just happened to get his boatin the way of the ray's flight path. There was a time when I was out in my boat % ith friends years ago and had a ray smack me in the chest while we were skimming at some speed o\ er the sea- -grass beds near Key Royale. I thought is was some- body's hat for a second, until I realized I was pretty wet and saw the little ray flapping around the deck of the boat. Upon closer look, we found that somebody) had UN E PETE WANTS YOU TO DRIVE A CLEAN CAR! S* 24-hour self-serve car wash Complete auto detailing IV Quick lube AMERICAN CAR WASH 5804 Marina Dr. Holmes Beach 778-1617 MAJOR CREDIT CARDS & DEBIT CARDS ACCEPTED ,N rifled Full Autornoti.e Repair 5333 Gulf Drive Holmes Beacn 779-0487 [at the corner of Gulf and Marina Drive] apparently caught the ray and cut off its barb bad for the ray, but good news for me. How long does it take to do the right thing? After years of research and debate, a Sarasota nature preserve has finally said "Enough!" and filed suit against the water management district for drowning trees near the Myakka River. According. to my buddy Bob Ardren, writing in the Pelican Press newspaper, the Crowley. Museum & Nature Center has sued the Southwest Florida Water Management District for pouring millions of gallons of water into the river for upstream irrigation of tomato fields. Swiftmud became aware of the damage to down- stream forests about 10 years ago. Trees killed were tupelo, oak, popash and red maple, all trees that like to live in swamps and don't mind having their roots wet. However, with upwards of 12 million gallons of water a day flowing through their swamps, the trees didn't get a chance to dry out during the usually less- wet winter months. They basically drowned. By the acre. Swiftmud officials promised to slow the flow and alter the water patterns in 2001. Nothing happened, prompting the lawsuit by the nature center. "They promised change and instead, things have gotten worse," attorney Monica Reimer of the non- profit law firm Earthjustice said last week. "We're just trying to get Swiftmud to do its job," Crowley Executive Director Bill Cowdright said. "We're trying to get them to change.their water prac- tices from flood-type to drip-type systems.. We were.so. hopeful that the water management district was going to stop our trees from being killed. But it is getting worse and we have huge oak trees lying dead on the ground." Swiftmud spokesman Michael Molligan defended his agency, saying "We're aware of the flood issues and have been working several years to correct them." But too little, too late, it would appear, at least on the surface of the lawsuit. Run over a manatee? No problem! In a somewhat unusual approach to wildlife man- agement, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service are offering a "bye" to boaters who strike manatees as long as they are complying with manatee speed-zone rules. No citation. No problem. "Officials said cooler weather will cause-manatees DOCKS-N-DECKS Specializing in docks and decks MaintgnanceI Cleaning do Painting Repair (941) 779-1839 docksndecks@verizon.net Licensed and insured FRESH MULLET SALE 'Ore ,hn a am bullet wrapper --- -- ^ _ The Islander FRESH MULLET T-SHIRTS! S,M,L,XL $10 ISLAND SHOPPING CENTER 5404 MARINA DRIVE 9.. 41 7,78.-978 WWW.ISLANDE.R.ORG -. to begin their annual migration from open water to warm-water springs and power plant discharges, leav- ing the slow-moving sea cows vulnerable to speed- ing and even slow-moving vessels," according to the FWC. "Law-abiding boaters who strike a manatee or observe a manatee hit by another vessel can call the FWC's Wildlife Alert Hotline at 1-888-404-3922 with- out fear of a citation. Boaters should be prepared to provide the incident location, weather conditions, boat specifications and other relevant information." FWC officials will attempt to recover and rehabili- tate the manatee. "We want to assure boaters who operate vessels lawfully and responsibly they should not feel reluctant to report accidental collisions with manatees," FWC executive director Ken Haddad said. "The informa- tion we gather from reported accidents can help guide manatee conservation efforts in the future." Then there's this: "People who disregard the law must be held accountable, but we understand that people operating their boats responsibly and legally may accidentally hit manatees," FWS regional director Sam Hamilton said. "We will treat accidents as what they are accidents. We hope boaters will report them to us so we have a chance to rescue the animal and a chance to learn more about how to protect the species." I believe I will withhold comment on any of the above and let you draw your own conclusions. Sandscript factoid Coyote populations are flourishing in Florida and, although we haven't had any reports on Anna Maria Island of the critters yet it's not out of the realm of possibility in the future. The relatively small dog-like critters are thick in the Panhandle and are moving through Pinellas and Pasco counties. Wildlife experts-say there are no reports of attacks on humans, and that large dogs are 20 times more likely to harm house pets than coyotes, who are generally shy, retiring creatures. Red tide diminished further The Florida Marine Research Institute has announced that %\ after samples taken last week indi- cate low to no trace of red tide off Manatee County. "Water samples detected Karenia brevis, the Florida red tide organism, alongshore between Pinellas and southern Collier counties," the St. Petersburg-based institute reported. "Conditipns in Pinellas. MNanatee and Lee counties appear to be impro\ ing %\ ith concentrations ranging from" Snot present 10to lo." The highest concentrations of the algae were found long the Sarasota County coast, with medium concentrations in souther% Charlotte County and portions of Collier County, as well as a- small patch in Pine Island Sound in Lee County. Red tide is a naturally occurring algae that at -times "blooms." 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Offshore fishing for grouper and snapper is also . good, and big dolphin catches are coming from about 35 miles out in the Gulf of Mexico. , Don't forget the second annual fishing tournament sponsored by the Home Builders Association of Mana- tee County is scheduled for Oct. 27-28. Prizes include a week-long vacation at the RonJon resort of Cape 7 Caribe, as well as cash prizes for inshore and offshore - divisions. Cost is $400 per boat. The captain's meeting/party will begin at 5:30 p.m. Oct. 27 at Hooters. Weigh-in will take place at the Bra- - denton Yacht Club from 2 to 5 p.m. Oct. 28, with the--.- award banquet to follow. Proceeds from the tournament will go to help the -, Habitat for Humanity, Future Builders of America and - the Manatee County Home Builders Association. For "- more information, call Beverly Smock at the HBA of Manatee County at 749-7035, ext. 1. Big yahoo for this wahoo Wayne at Angler's Repair on Cortez Road said Kirk Davis of Bradenton caught this big wahoo off Anna Maria Island while fishing with Capt. Keith Offen- that Capt. Thom Smith has been catching a lot of hauer aboard the "Lucky Dog." Also along on the trip were Fred Miller and Joey Gratton. Monster cobia Terry Tucker caught this big cobia while fishing with Capt. Tom Chaya aboard the Dolphin Dreams. INSHORE SPORTFISHING CHARTER BOAT ^ieat An Captain Steven Salgado Owner/Operator Liiliire e.p i.e ri e; in local waters FISH TALES WE LCO ME We'd love to hear your fish rsories, and pictures are welcome, too. Just give usa call at 778-7978 or stop by our office in the Island Shop- ping Center. Holmes Beach. Tle Islander- Full & Half Day Trips Custom Trips Available U.S.C.G. Licensed Custom-built Privateer Fishing License, Ice, Bait & Tackle Furnished Anna Maria Island Florida 778-9712 ISLAND DISCOUNT TA CKLE-- -w : undersize redfish "just under the limit, but a lot of them" as well as some flounder and snook from Terra Ceia Bay. Matt Bowers at Island Discount Tackle at Catch- ers Marina in Holmes Beach said there are a lot of red- fish and snook catches coming out of the bays. Oyster bars and near the mangroves on the higher tides are producing the best action, he said, and oversize reds are also starting to move closer to the hook. Offshore fishing for grouper is picking up, and snapper fishing is getting better every day. Dolphin catches are also common about 35 miles. out in the Gulf. Capt. Zach Zacharias on the Dee-Jay II out of Parrot Cove Marina had "a good day with reds and snook midweek with Capt. George Munden of the Sea Hunter out of Elizabeth City, N.C. Numerous redfish were boated, ranging in size from 16 inches to 20 inches, and a half-dozen or so snook running up to 30 inches. Whitebait accounted for the success on the flood tide in the morning, with a change just before noon. The reds and snook cooperated an hour or so either side of the top of the tide. Other catches for the week included juvenile Goliath grouper, mackerel, snapper and jacks. There is a substantial front forecast for later this week, hyped to drop temperatures to the 50s. If the forecast holds, it should drop water temperatures into the 70s and bring on the fall migration of mackerel, kings, cobia and a few tarpon." Bob Kilb at the Rod & Reel Pier said there is plenty of bait working around the pier right now, and fishing is fair for snapper, jacks and ladyfish. He's seeing a few mackerel, too, plus sheepshead. CP Ui 5503 MARINA DRIVE at CATCHER'S MARINA (by Holmes Beach boat basin) 779-2838 OPEN DAILY (major credit cards) .Dave Sork at the Anna Maria City Pier said fishers there are "knocking mackerel dead" right now. Pompano are also a good bet, both keeper-size and a few too large to hang onto. School jacks are moving past, and snook are a good bet, especially at night, although daytime linesider action has also been good with pinfish as bait. "As always, about 10 percent of the people seem to catch 90 percent of the fish," he said with a laugh. Good luck and good fishing. Capt. Mike Heistand is a 25-year-plus fishing guide. Call him at 723-1107 to provide a fishing report. Prints and digital images of your catch are also welcome and may be dropped off at The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, or e-mailed to news@islander.org. Please include identification for persons in the picture along with information on the catch and a name and phone number for more infor- mation. Snapshots may be retrieved once they appear in the paper. Annci Morito Moon Date FQ ',: i2 N.. 1 ,s/JCJVsiJ AM LOW HIGH PM LOW I n i? a I 5 I S I S 11 , '' 0 2' - S.jrln- H-I l f nr,,,n1l' : ll r l.- ,', I 1 I- ' Snook Trout Redfish Tarpon Grouper Cobia 941-704-6763 m sumotimefishing.com Capt Mark Howard FISHING LICENSE LIVE & FROZEN BAIT TERMINAL TACKLE SUNGLASSES & HATS r r y PPENN SHIMANO ST. CROIX fEveryflhing You Need tor Flonrida Fishing- Inshore/Nearshore, USCG licensed/lnsured CHARTER BOATJAN MARIE - ---F ~L----- -pUic, 24 N OCT. 25. 2006 0 THE ISLANDER I.S9 L A FOR SALE: RATTAN table plus six chairs. Dining" room table 58x40 inches, white-washed rattan with glass top, six upholstered chairs, good condition. $250. Phone 941-794-2323. COMMERCIAL GARLAND COMBO: Two-oven six burner, flat-top grill. Taking best offer starting at $500. 941-795-1111. Leave message. OPEN WEDNESDAY: NEW Island indoor flea market next door to Niki's Island Treasures. Lots of coffee tables, chest of drawers, dresser, 50-gallon fish tank, lamps, chairs, bookcase, desks, jewelry, books, clothes, bric-a-brac. Bargain prices. Open 9:30am-5pm. 5351 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. AERIAL PHOTOS of Anna Maria Island. View and purchase online: www.jackelka.com. FREE DELIVERY to your home or condo: Shrimp, crabs, native fish. Prompt delivery to your door. Call James Lee, 941-795-1112 or 704-8421. LONGBOAT KEY HISTORY "From Calusas to Con- dominiums" by Ralph B. Hunter. Signed copies avail- able at The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. 941-778-7978. - ROSER THRIFT SHOP: Open Tuesdays and Thurs- days 9:30am-2pm, Saturdays 9am-noon. Half-price porch sale. 941-779-2733.511 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. GARAGE SALE! 8am Saturday, Oct. 28. Household items, small refrigerator, miter saw and lots more! 216 Periwinkle Plaza, Anna Maria. GARAGE SALE: 8am-noon Saturday, Oct. 28. The fun one! Gardener's treasure, bird baths and stat- ues. 7002 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. FLEA MARKET: 9am-3pm Saturday, Oct. 28. Parking lot in front of Niki's Island Treasures. Multi-neighbors and dealers. Lots of collectibles, furniture, jewelry and junk. 5351 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Next to Time Saver. GARAGE SALE: 9am Friday, Oct. 27. Small furni- ture, some antiques, two cribs, twin stroller, toys, miscellaneous. 796 N. Shore Drive, Anna Maria. YARD SALE: 8am -? Saturday, Oct. 28. Don't miss this sale! Videotapes, dishes, plants, pots, outdoor plant stands, ladies shoes and matching bags, ladies tops, some new, dolls, bears, large and small pictures in frames, tools and much, much more.. Everything must go, prices very reasonable. 7400-- B Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach. LOST: GOLD, FLEXIBLE wedding ring. near Sand- bar restaurant, off Pine Avenue beach. Reward it found. Call 941-778-3423. LOST DOG: MEDIUM-size, reddish brown female. Hard of hearing,.name is Shelby. Call Monica, 941- 545-4980. KARATE ON TH-E Island: Ages four through adult. Call 941-807-1734 or visitwww.islanddojo. cmasdirecl.corh. BAYSIDE BANQUET HALL Affordable waterfront patio and tiki bar available for events. Bring your own food, drinks and grill. 941-798-2035. www.bay- sidebanquethall.com. DIVORCE? RELOCATING? ESTATE sale? Foreclo- sure? House in disrepair? We pay cash, any price or condition. Close in ten days. 941-448-0963. HOLIDAY PET PHOTO: 10am-5pm Nov. 1, 4 and 5. Call 941-356-7303 for appointment and prices. Manatee causeway dog beach. www.snaparts.com. Snaparts@aol.com. BUTTERFLY PARK BENEFIT: Purchase a per- sonalized brick in the Anna Maria Island Butterfly Park. Two lines, $40. Three lines, $50. Forms at The Islander or call 941-518-4431 for more information. FREE GUN LOCK.Yes, free. Just for the asking. Cour- tesy of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Com- mission. Free at The Islander newspaper office, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Don't be sorry, be safe. GUARDIAN AD LITEM volunteers needed: A guard- ian ad litem is a trained volunteer appointed by the court to represent and advocate for the best interest of children who have been abused, abandoned or neglected. Make a positive impact! Call 941-744- 9473 or visit www.12circuifgal.org. BILLIE JOE: I'm a 2-year old male cat, very hand- some, black and white. Need a special person to adopt me, my family was evicted. Neutered and microchipped. 941-920-1411. FOSTER PARENTS NEEDED for loving homes to foster puppies and kittens until they are old enough for adoption. All food and medical provided. Julie, 941-720-1411. ADULT CATS in desperate need of loving homes. All are current on vaccines. All applicants screened. Please, call 941-922-0774. FREE KITTENS: 11 weeks old. Three male, beau- tiful tiger markings. First kitten shots, kitty-litter trained. Call Carrie, 941-779-1046. 2006 CHRYSLER PT Cruiser Touring Convertible. Turbo, alloy wheels, all power options, 12,000 miles. Factory warranty, silver metallic, black top. Shop this price! $17,000. Jim, 941-920-9227.- 2006 CHRYSLER SEBRING Touring Convertible. 9,000 miles. All power options, factory warranty. Gold and black top. V-6 motor. $17,000. Jim, 941- 920-9227. GREAT ISLAND BIKE: 2004 250cc Honda Rebel. Must sell. $2.000 or best offer. 941-962-4257. 26-FOOT 1986 Gulfstream RV: 27,000 miles. Must sell by weekend, make offer.-813-645-6738. $4,995. Located at 3501 Sixth Ave., Holmes Beach. SUBURBAN 2500 SERIES: 1994 very clean, out- standing maintenance records. Heavy-duty pack- age for trailering. Dual air conditioning, heavy duty brakes, radiator, tranny cooler, etc,. Must see to appreciate. $6,500 or best offer. 941-730-9622. BOAT SLIP FOR rent in Holmes Beach. Monthly or annually, $175/month. Call for more details. 941- 778-2581. 16-FOOT CAROLINA skiff: 50-hp, four-stroke Mer- cury, jack plate, trolling motor, trailer plus extras. Excellent condition, $5,900. 941-792-3579. COVERED BOAT LIFT for rent. Electricity and water. $250/month. 941-778-7553. Cortez Bridge, Bradenton Beach. LET'S GO FISHING! Call Capt. Mike Heistand on the charter boat "Magic." Full or half day backwater and near shore fishing. USCG licensed. Ice, bait, tackle provided. 941-723-1107. NOW HIRING ALL positions. Rotten hours, rotten pay. Apply at Rotten Ralph's Waterfront Restaurant, 902 S. Bay Blvd., Anna Maria, or call 941-778-3953. LOOKING FOR A nanny to care for 13-month old in my home. Flexible work schedule including week- days and weekends. Light housekeeping a plus! Please contact Haley, 727-641-0240. HELP WANTED: CLERICAL/administrative assistant. Experienced in multi-tasks, good customer service and computer skills. Great benefits. E-mail resume and salary requirements to: t.jmix@adelphia.net SEEKING A RELIABLE and pleasant person for the wash-and-fold position at a local laundromat. 8am- 2pm Monday through Friday. Call 941-526-7500. TOP ADVERTISING sales position open at The Islander newspaper. Great territory, commissions. Previous outside sales helpful. If you possess a will- ingness for strong community involvement, positive outlook and drive to succeed, fax or e-mail a letter and/ or resume to 941-778-9392, sales@islander.org. SEEKING KITCHEN HELP and servers for fine dining restaurant. Apply in person to Chef Damon, Ooh La La! Bistro, 5406 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. 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 Eveann Adams, (941)'779-1208. BEACHFRONT RESTAURANT: THRIVING busi- ness, building with. additional income, beer/wine. $1,690,000. Confidentiality agreement required. Longview Realty, 941-383-6112. PAW SPA: PROFITABLE pet-grooming business. Loyal customer base in great Holmes Beach loca- tion. $59,000. Longview Realty, 941-383-6112. MEALS AND MORE: 50-seat restaurant with great ambience also retails select items. Beer and wine license. Arly menu OK. $120,000. Confidentiality agreement required for details. Longview Realty, 941-383-6112. For more great business and realty buys: www.longviewrealty.com. Te best news nywheahreir.e - "^ ^ -r,- *' '' -- -' *'- *' ,* "" '* : - - I I Lj THE ISLANDER U OCT. 25. 2006 25 -- SPENCER'S SKIM SCHOOL for beginners and intermediates. Free skimboard use with lessons. $10 per half-hour lesson, three lessons recommended. Local teen, team competitor. Call 941-778-0944. BABYSITTER: Responsible 10th-grader, great with kids, first-aid certified. Charlotte, 941-756 5496. BABYSITTER, PETSITTER, dog walker: First- aid certified, 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. RED CROSS first-aid certified babysitter certified. Call Alex, 941-778-5352. ENSURE YOUR CHILD'S safety while you relax. Call Gemma, 941-447-9657. Responsible, reliable and experienced, 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. GETYOUR 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 certified. 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. CNA CAREGIVER AVAILABLE for home care. Flex- ible hours, have references. Call 941-753-8345 or 941-730-3984. BONUS! CLASSIFIED ADS are posted early online at www.islander.org. 2203 88th St. Ct. NW NEW 3BR,2.5BA, lots of upgrades. Large lot in quiet northwest Bradenton. Marina within walking distance. $584,900. * Custom Design * New Homes * Remodeling F r i liy nildgq, quality renowatin and a quality ipuaian. c.. 778-7127 5500 Marina Dr. Hohnes Beach ANNA MARIA REAL ESTATE LLC KEY ROYALE WATERFRONT POOL HOME 3BR/4BA plus den/office. Outstanding contemporary home. Vaulted ceiling, fireplace, 55-foot dockage. Four-car garage. $1,695,000. HOLMES BEACH POOL HOME 2BR/2BA open plan. Vaulted ceiling, wet bar, deck, large lot, fenced yard, pool and hot tub. $574,500. ANNA-MARIA CONTEMPORARY 4BR/2BA open plan, vaulted ceiling, elevator, four-car garage. Bamboo flooring, turnkey furnished. Near beach. $1,350,000. OLD FLORIDA ANNA MARIA NEAR BEACH 3BR/1.5BA Cracker cottage plus separate studio apartment. .West of Gulf Dr. Just steps to finest beach! $875,000. RUNAWAY BAY CONDO IBR/1BA condo. Great rental complex. Heated pool, close to beach. Barbecue area, heated pool, clubhouse. $349,000. FABULOUS GULFFRONT OCEANA CONDO 3BR/2BA turnkey furnished on beautiful beach. Small pets, open plan, elevator, carport, shutters. $1,999,000. FLAMINGO CAYWATERFRONT POOL HOME 3BR/2BA plus den, heated pool, new roof and landscaping, dock and boatlift, direct access to Intracoastal. $859,000. HOLMES BEACH WATERFRONT 3BR/2BA home. Tile, pavers, fence, room for pool, new dock, direct access to Tampa Bay. $799,900. GULF PLACE CONDO 3BR/2BA turnkey furnished, tennis, heated pool, beautiful beach, on-site management, excellent rental. $995,000. BEACH HOUSE LARGE LOT 4BR/2BA just steps to white-sand beach, turnkey furnished, deckl Sell..r finaing. $1,299,000. SEASIDE BEACH HOUSE CONDO 1BR/.1.5BA turnkey furnished, Sautillo tile, pool, beautiful beach. Direct Gulf view, manager, excellent rental. $799,900. BAY PALMS WATERFRONT HOME 3BR/2BA canalfront. Private dock. Direct access to Tampa Bay and Intracoastal Waterway. $679,000. TRADEWINDS RESORTVILLA- 1BR/1BA, Pool. $325,900. KEY ROYALE BAYFRONT 3BR/2.5BA, Dock. $2,400,000. WILDEWOOD SPRINGS.CONDO 2BR/2BA, Patio. $399,900. SUN PLAZAWEST CONDOS 2BR/2BA. From $.9,,iO PERIWINKLE COTTAGE 2BR, Close to Beach. $649.900. ANNUAL and SEASONAL RENTALS 779-0202 (800) 732-6434 . ANNA MARIA SMLs SuiCoast REAL ESTATE LLC Island Shopping Center 5402 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, Florida 34217 www.suncoastinc.com tM " THE DESOTO GRANDE 200 S GULF DRIVE Imagine owning a private, luxury beachfront home for a fraction of the cost. Fractional ownership opportunity. I t:941/366-8 177 www.skysothebys.com Each Office Is Independently Owned And Operated. ----------------------------------------------------------- u dufedr ............................- -- ---- --- 26 M OCT. 25. 2006 0 THE ISLANDER 9 A 9E MAN WITH SHOVEL: Plantings, natives, patio gar- dens, trimming, cleanup, edging, maintenance. Hard-working and responsible. Excellent references. Edward 941-778-3222. LET US DRIVE YOU! Shopping, medical appoint- ments, airports, cruise ports. Flat rates. Sunshine Car Service. Serving the Islands. 941-778-5476. COMPUTER.OBEDIENCE TRAINING. Is your com- puter misbehaving? Certified computer service and private lessons. Special $40/hour. Free advice. 941 - 545-7508. ISLAND PRESSURE CLEANING for great results, wash away mildew, dirt, salt. Thorough, reason- able, reliable. Free estimates, licensed, insured. 941-778-0944. CONNECT-ICON Your local computer specialist. Experienced certified technician for communica- tion electronics offers wireless and cable networks, upgrades, maintenance, repairs, tutoring and train- ing. Call Robert, 941-778-3620. ROOFING REPAIRS and replacements. Remod- eling, repairs, additions, screen rooms, kitchens, baths. Free estimates. License #CGC061519, #CCC057977, #PE0020374. Insured. Accepting MasterCard/Visa. 941-720-0794. PROFESSIONAL I.T. SERVICES: Complete com-, puter solutions for business and home. Installation, repairs, upgrades, networking, Web services, wire- less services. Richard Ardabell, network engineer, 941-778-5708, or cell 216-509-1945. CUCCIO TILE: Many Island references. Free esti- mates. 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. HANDYMAN SERVICES: PAINTING caulking, interior carpentry, custom mirror and other interior/ exteriorgeneral household repairs. Offering quality services since 1994. Reliable. Call Colin at 941- -376-0541. PIANO AND VOICE lessons by New York profes- sional artist/teacher. By appointment. Palmetto. 941-729--2244. THE ROYAL MAID Service: Licensed, bonded, insured. Professional experienced maids, free estimates, gift certificates available. Call now. 941-727-9337. NEED YOUR HOUSE cleaned? Palaces, castles, cottages, homes, condos and apartments in the general Bradenton area. For more information, call Peter at 941-753-7838. AAA CONFIDENCE CLEANING. Housecleaning, office cleaning and window cleaning. Good refer- ences, reasonable rates. Licensed and insured. Family owned and operated. 941-812-0499. 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 cre- ates a portrait. I want to be at your wedding! www. jackelka.com. 941-778-2711. NADIA'S EUROSAGE Relaxing, healing mas- sage in the comfort of your home. Call today for an appointment, 941-795-0887. MA#0017550. TILE AND MOSAIC custom installation, 20 years experience. References available. For a reasonable price, call Sebastian, 941-704-6719. CONNIE'S LANDSCAPING INC. Residential and commercial. Full-service lawn maintenance, land- scaping, cleanup, hauling and 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 landscape 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. SELL it fast with an ad in The Islander. AYFRONT PROPERTY ,:,.: :' F' P oram ,c e',' i.,, SI' .I ra brge rid T rm p l -a, n.irl, i 155 -.',t s-.. all. I-ho t,-, p.:,,:,l rJ d J.- p-.'- .Ar r .:-:k *'. Ih ,. 'jar hl[ i 1BR, 3 ',- 3 i *0 t :. l.;'r, ,. ,, ,, ir, pr, te .;-r.- irig n Errrel updated L arg. rir, after ,:,uit added and d kir.:hern .. r p f the rlie in e er a h..:.rN '.h.all' to the ( ult l .I t ,- :, to appre,-aie. Lots .A -' rram '2 :N;..NiW. I virtual t..ijr .at .'.*, firealour ,c:rr, 0 080 .-,r. realtr.,r Call John Zirzow, Agent/Owner (941) 778-9171 Markey Realty i/i etw E ll CfP /eat fStatet :_9 WELCOMES MELISSA WATKINS SALES ASSOCIATE A dynamic and accomplished professional, Melissa Watkins offers extensive experience and expertise to effectively market your property or help S you locate the perfect home. As a specialist in residential island pfr parties along Florida's Gulf coast, Melissa is highly familiar with the countless lifestyle options available to suit your unique needs. For the finest in personalized real estate service, trust Melissa to provide successful results focused on your satisfaction. 419 Pine Ave., Anna Maria FL 34216 PO Box 2150 (941) 778-2291 cell: (941) 730-5227 PROFITABLE ISLAND BUSINESS! D.COY DUCKS GULF SHORE LANDSCAPING: Lawn care, pres- sure washing, landscaping. owner operated by Island resident. Exceptional value! Licensed and insured. Call 941-726-7070. www.gulfshoreland- scaping.com. TREES BY BREEZE Inc.: Tree trimming, land- scapes, property maintenance. Insured, Island resident since 1988. Chris, 941-778-2837. SHELL DELIVERED and spread. $42/yard. Hauling: all kinds of gravel, mulch, top soil with free esti- mates. Call Larry at 941-795-7775, "shell phone" 941-720-0770. KARAZ LANDSCAPE Lawn Service. Mulch, clean- ups, power washing, tree trimming and more. City of Anna Maria resident. Cell 941-448-3857. NATURE'S DESIGN LANDSCAPING. Design and installation. Tropical landscape specialist. Residential and commercial. 30-years experience. 941-729-9381. STRAIGHT SHOT LANDSCAPE: Complete clean- ups, installations, native plants, palms, aquascapes, rock and patios. Shell installed $42/yard. Shark Mark 941-727-5066. SCOTT FOLEY & CO.: Commercial and residential lawn care. Hauling, tree trimming, deck refinishing, free estimates. Call Scott, 941-730-3077. CLOUD 9 LANDSCAPING: Landscape installation, mulching and shelling. Tree, plant and sod installa-' tion. Insured and references. Please, call 941-778- 2335 or 941-284-1568. VAN-GO PAINTING residential/commercial, inte- rior/exterior, pressure cleaning, wallpaper. Island references. Bill, 941-795-5100. JOE UNGVARSKY CONSTRUCTION Remodeling contractors. In-house plan designs. State licensed and insured. Many Island references. 941-778-2993. License #CRC 035261. INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR PAINTING free esti- mates. 35-year Island resident. Call Jim Bickal at 941-778-1730. FIND GREAT DEALS on wheels and everything else in The Islander, 778-7978. RCB PROPERTIES COMMERCIAL & INVESTMENT REAL ESTATE ' mare mz ifomation jolo www rc6prop. corn Call 941-753-9011 NEW 3BR/2.5BA steps to beach. Elevator, pool, every option. $949,900. CANALFRONT NEAR BAY 2BR/2BA. Pool, new air conditioning,. roof, dock and lift. $749,900. DUPLEX 3BR/2BA AND 1 BR/1 BA NEAR BEACH 9,000 sf lot. Invest now build two new homes later. Numerous upgrades. $799,900. ISLAND RENTALS ANNUAL 1 BR/1 BA new kitchen. $675/month. SEASONAL by month or week 2BR/2BA. 150 steps to beach. $2,500/month or $850/week. ANNUAL 3BR/2BA. Pool, new, many amenities. $2,250/month. W/etW i9M l9?eaf &xtate^ z 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 Don't miss the chance to own your own business in para- dise. Great locals hang-out with live music, entertainment and 4COP liquor license with capabilities for a full package store. This is a terrific opportunity with many possibilities and long-term lease. LIVE THE DREAM! Offered at $475,000. REAL ES OF ANNA 941-778-0455 9906 Gulf Drive Anna Maria www.greenreal.com TATE MARIA # . Ken Jackson, 778-6986 Kathy Geeraerts, 778-0072 Maureen Dahms, 778-0542 Kate Eiseler, 778-5115 Evelyn-Mitchell, 778-1952 PERICO ISLAND PATIO HOME Inviting 2BR/2BA home with den, mirrored fireplace, tiled floors and entryway, double sinks in both baths, gourmet kitchen, new Fiberglass-shingle roof, new heat pump, airy vaulted ceilings, and private solar heated pool and spa. $464,900. TIHE ISLANDER M OCT. 25. 2006 M 27 4F IE D CHRISTIE'S PLUMBING Island and off-Island ser- vice since 1975. Repairs and new construction. Free estimates, no overtime charges. Now certifying back flow at water meters. FL#RF0038118-941-778-3924 or 778-4461. TILE -TILE -TILE. All variations of ceramic tile supplied and installed. Quality workmanship, prompt, reliable, many Island references. Call Neil, 941-726-3077. ROOFING REPAIRS and replacements. Remod- eling, repairs, additions, screen rooms, kitchens, baths. Free estimates. License #CGC061519, #CCC057977, #PE0020374. Insured. Accepting MasterCard/Visa. 941-720-0794. CUSTOM RENOVATION/RESTORATION expert. All phases of carpentry, repairs and painting.Thirty years experience. Insured. Meticulous, clean, sober and prompt. Paul Beauregard, 941-779-2294. KEN &TINA DBA Griffin's Home Improvements Inc. Handyman, fine woodwork, countertops, cabinets and shutters. Insured and licensed, 941-748-4711. TILE, CARPET, LAMINATE supplied and installed. Why pay retail? Island resident, many references. Free estimates, prompt service. Steve Allen Floor Coverings. 941-792-1367, or 726-1802. JERRY'S HOME REPAIR: Carpentry work, handy- man, light plumbing, electrical, light hauling, pres- sure washing and tree trimming. Call 941-778-6170 or 447-2198. WINDOW SHADES, BLINDS, shutters and more. Lifetime warranty. Call Keith Barnett for a free in- home consultation. Island references, 15 years experience. 941-778-3526 or 730-0516. HANDYMAN SERVICE: Winton's Home-Buddy Inc. Retired banker, Islarl resident, converting life-long hobby to business. Call 941-705-0275 for free estimates. CHECK US OUT AT www.islander.org ! For Expert Advice On Island Property CALL THE ISLANDERS uLL CHRIS & JOHN 941-778- 6066 CHT' linlE T SHiW u-iO Jo'irt ..:,rj .Atll iT. h,-AlTFi ; S. ISLAND 11' REAL ESTATE 6101 MARINA DR HOLMES BEACH DIRECT GULFFRONT! Choice Gulffront properties for sale. We have . several on pristine natural beach in quiet residential neighborhood. Call today for further details. "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 BEAUTIFUL TORTUGA INN 2BR unit has a WOW!!!!! QUALITY AND LOCATION Old full kitchen and furniture. Garden viewand Bridge Village. Top-end luxury, pools, steps to the private beach, pools, bay, and docks, slip,. 2BR, bonus room, living, dock. Flexible rental, on-site management. kitchen, dining, private elevator, turnkey $470,000. .. home. $999,900. T 14 'Bill Jay B-Realtor .-..... 941-315-0908 GREAT SUNSETS 3.,r,,: i r :. i L" J -n Beach. 2BRtownhousestyle kitchen, living, dinette. Upgraded throughout and new H rizon furniture. Fantastic for rental or second home. $599,000. Realty IMPACT WINDOWS AND doors. Exclusive dis- tributor: Weatherside LLC on Holmes Beach. Free, courteous.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.- LICENSED AND INSURED building contractor ready to help you renovate all aspects of your exist- ing home, add extensions or build a new home on your lot. We only do high quality work and are very ,prompt with our customers. Call Daniel DeBaun at 941-518-3916. HOME REPAIRS AND improvements: General repairs and quality renovation, including carpentry, drywall, tile, paint, even landscaping. Please call Chris, 941-266-7500. RENTALS available weekly, monthly, seasonal. Wedebrock Real Estate Co., 941-778-6665 or 800- 74A96665. 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: beachdreams@tampabay.rr.com. GULFFRONT CONDOS: 3BR/2BA, 2BR/2BA, 1 BR/1 BA with breathtaking views. Pools, Jacuzzi, walk to shops and restaurants. Available weekly, monthly, seasonal. 901-301-8299 or e-mail captko462@aol.com. Mike Norman Realty INC 3101 Gulf Drive, A. Holmes Beach, FL 34217 S(941) 778-6696 Office Vic Caserta (941) 778-4364 Fax Realtor, fluent in 1-800- 67-1617 Toll-Free Italian, Spanish and English (941) 778-6943 Home S(941) 730-1062 Cell Cindy M Jones .. .R GRL CRS.'Sales Associate K REALTORS ISLAND CANAL HOME REDUCED 3BR/2.5BA with fireplace. ,Corner lot on canal with new dock and caged pool. New kitchen cabinets and granite countertops. New metal roof. $580,000. Call Carleen Weise, Realtor, 941-224-6521 evenings. KEY ROYALE- 3BR/2BA single-family on deep large canal. Kitchen updated. Large caged pool, great dock, boatlift. Turnkey furnished. $1,100.000. Call Michel Cerene, Broker, 941-545-9591 evenings. KEY ROYALE This outstanding 3BR/3BA canalfront home has been renovated, updated, and added on. Extensive pavers, brick walk and patios, new barrel roof 2004,75-foot seawall, 50-foot dock with 13,000 lb. boatlift. This home is lovely inside and out. A 27-foot Sport Craft with twin 150s will stay with full price offer. Offered at $1,650,000. Call Zee Catanese, Realtor, 941-742-0148.evenings. GULFFRONT CONDO-SereneGulfvistascan beyoursataremarkable .price. Spacious 3BR/2BA with private lanai overlooking white sandy beach. Undercover parking. $795,000. Call Lori Guerin, Realtor, 941- 773-3415 or Carmen Pedota, Realtor 941-284-2598 evenings. SAN REMO SHORES REDUCED Situated on deep-water canal, 2-3BR/2BA, den, ceramnic4ile, new kitchen 2005, two-car garage, barrel tile roof, privately situated $499,900. Call Marion Ragni, Realtor, 941-720-7046 evenings. K 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 WEEKLY RENTALS: Alecassandra villa, 1BR/1BA, $700/week; Island duplex, 2BR, $800/week; Gulffront cottage, 2BR, $1,000/week; Bradentohi Beach Club, 2BR/2BA, $1,400/week. Please call Kim Fisher, Wagner Realty, 941-778-2246. www. wagnerrealty.com. BRADENTON BEACH: NEWLY remodeled BR/1 BA 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. Available weekly, monthly or seasonal. 941- 776-3696, or e-mail bjustin628@tampabay.rr.com. A ANNUAL RENTAL WESTBAY Cove: Lower unit, 2BR/2BA waterfront, unfurnished.Jncludes water, sewer, cable. Old Florida Realty, 941-778-3377 or 941-713-9096. SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, townhouse: 2BR/2BA with balcony and view of mountains. Weekly or monthly rental. Call Paige at 941-798-3448. WEEKLY/MONTHLY/ANNUAL rentals: wide vari- 6ty, changes daily. SunCoast Real Estate, 941-779- 0202, or 1-800-732-6434. www.suncoastinc.com. ANNUAL: ISLAND HOME 2BR/1 BA with garage and fenced yard. Newly remodeled. $1,200/moTith plus utilities. Small pet OK. 941-795-8979. Credit check. Q ANNUAL HOLMES BEACH duplex: 2BR/2BA com- pletely remodeled, furnished, washer and dryer. $1,000/month plus utilities. 941-778-1819. 2906 Ave. B, Holmes Beach. ANNUAL RENTAL: BEAUTIFUL, immaculate 2BR townhouse, 500 feet from Gulf. Granite, tile in kitchen and baths. Patio, private yard, washer and dryer. $1,300/month. 941-778-4548. 32 Years of Professional Service EXPERIENCE REPUTATION- RESULTS PERICO BAYFRONT 3BR/2BA 1,866 sf covered parking vaulted ceilings, turnkey furnished. $585,000. SUNBOW BAY Direct Bayfront, 2BR/2BA end unit. $449,000. MARTINIQUE N. Direct Gulf, corner, garage/storage. Updated? Shows beautifully. $859,000. "KEY ROYALE Canalfront lot, 9,450 sf. Golf course view. $699,000. BAYVIEW 4-5BR/4BA includes guest qtfurters, large master suite. $1,150,000. IRONWOOD 1-2BR, extra storage. $139,900. Great buy! HARBOUR VILLA CLUB 2BR/2BA turnkey, boat dock.' $794,900. LINKS PINEBROOK Golf course view, sixth floor, turnkey. $260,000. DESOTO SQUARE VILLA 2BR/2BA, gated, pool, clubhouse. $175,000. VACATION, SEASONAL AND ANNUAL RENTALS LUXURY GULFFRONT VILLAS, CONDOS, HOMES 5508C MARINA DRIVE 778-0807 800-956-0807 yrealty3@aol.com www.tdollyyoungrealestate.com gSetts gse 9M ( tat^ ts SALES 419 Pine Ave. PO Box 2150 Anna Maria FL 34216 Home: 941-778-1820 Cell: 941-713-5321 , sherryg@betsyhills.com -3 n! ] 3BR A3BA bayfroni home nonn en of Anna Maria. coi mplellv S renovated' $1 895.000 furnished 2 28 E OCT. 25, 2006 N THE ISLANDER Sandy's Lawn Service Inc. I Sandy's Established in 1983 Lawn Celebrating 23 Years of L' A e Quality & Dependable Service. vCall us for your landscape 778R1345 and hardscape needs. Licensed & Insured Paradise Improvements 778-4173 .- : Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Specialist I '". Replacement Doors and Windows Steven Kaluza Andrew Chennault Fully Licensed and Insured Island References Lic#CBC056755 TWAGNEQD QEALTY , I 1 22217 GUIh )DRIVE NOPTfl 1 RAD' roN N I"OflCI I',1 HAQOLD &MALL REALTOR Office: (941) 778-2246 (941) 792- 8628 .,. E-mail: haroldsmall@wagnerrealty.com . USA FENCE KS Specializing WHITE VINYL FENCE CRC016172, 9411 -750-9300 HAUAL-AWAY Removal of all types of trash, debris and junk. 720-2217 Curtis Clark & Assoc. Inc. Vinyl Stdig & l41ummum Spe.CalIsts Vinyl Siding Soffit Custom Break Work Corrugated (941) 713-SIDE I Storm Panels (941) 713-7433 Acrylic,- &') ( %4)7 3 Vinyl Room (941) 776-9403 Conversions State Lic # SC-C056780 WASH FAMILY INC* Since 1988 LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED 941.725.0073 DARRIN J. WASH WE OFFER LIFE TIME PAINTS The Paver Brick Store 8208 Cortez Road W. Bradenton 34210 (941) 794-6504 9:00 AM til Noon, or by Appointment Pool Deck, Patio and Driveway Renovations Design Build Junior's Landscape & Mahintenance Lawn care PLUS native plants. . mulch, trip, hauling and cleanup. "- . Call Junior, 807-101,5 I~ New Constriction Charlie Woehle Remodels 941-761-3363 WOEHLE CONSTRUCTION, INC. P.O. BOX 14070, BRADENTON, FL 34280-4070 8 OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE 0 HOW TO RELAX ON AN ISLAND... Your plcwcel, yow -coive^qe4nce.. Massage by Nadia 941.795.0887 ta. Anyone can take a picture . A professional creates a portrait. - ELKA .. I C J PHOTOGRAPHICS .' ': -941-7~8-2 11 www. iacke/lkL.c )on 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 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; 1BR/1BA nice, clean, $700/ month. Dolores M. Baker Realty, 941-778-7500. 1-4BR DIRECT BEACHFRONT, gorgeous views, designer furnished, cable, DVD/VCR, dishwasher, phone, quaint village. $975-$2,375/week9 941-713- 0034 or beachdreams@tampabay.rr.com. SEASONAL BRADENTON BEACH condo: Decem- ber through April, luxury beachfront efficiency sleeps 2-4. Breathtaking views and sunsets from your own private balcony, turnkey furnished, full kitchen, gran- ite counters, cable TV, internet access, heated pool, second-floor unit, elevator access, maid service. No pets/smoking. New construction, completed at the end of 2005. $1,100/weekly, $4,000/monthly. View pictures/ slideshow at http://photos.yahoo.com/mlmswartz2@ sbcglobal.net. Call 330-933-7174, or e-mail mlm- swartz2@sbcglobal.net for questions/reservations. ANNUAL 2BR/1 BA DUPLEX: Completely remodeled, yard service, pets accepted. Large back yard, close to shopping, trolley and beach. $925/month plus utilities. First, last and security required. 941-730-8339. HOLMES BEACH: POOL furnished 2BR/2BA. Oct.- Dec. 31. Dishwasher, washer and dryer, tile through- out, cable TV, pool. 1:5 blocks to beach. $1,400/ month or $950/month plus utilities. 941-778-3104. NEAR BRADENTON BEACH: month-to-month fur- nished 1 BR/1 BA condo. $750/month includes utili- ties. References. Call Jackie, 941-929-7165. SEASONAL: ANNA MARIA City. 2BR/1 BA ground- level duplex, walk to beach. Telephone, cable and utilities provided. $1,600/month. 941-704-4646. FOR RENT: WATERFRONT duplex. Dock with davits. Walk to beach, washer and dryer, carport, storage. Quiet location. $1,000/month. 727-784- 3679. Bradenton Beach. WEEKLY/MONTHLY: LOVELY 3BR/2BA, quiet canal, large cage, boat dock, washer and dryer, tile floors,.garage, no smoking. 941-779-2005. ANNUAL OR SEASONAL: 2BR/1BA Holmes Beach. Steps to beach, great neighborhood. Nicely updated. Annual $900/month, seasonal $1,800/ month. 941-778-5482. SEASONAL ISLAND RENTAL: 1BR/1BA turnkey, washer and dryer, utilities included. One block to Gulf. $700/week, $1,500/month. 941-721-6090. PALMA SOLA BAY views: 3BR/3BA penthouse, fur- nished condo, two miles to beach, large boat slip, pool, tennis, Jacuzzi. $2,050/month, year lease. 941-358-7560. ANNUAL: 2BR/1 BA Holmes Beach. Must see inside, freshly painted, reduced to $920/month. Garbage and yard service included. 941-224-4091. ANNUAL RENTALS: 2BR/2BA, 1 BR/1 BA and studio apartment. Starting at $695/month. Fran Maxon Real Estate, 941-778-2307. www.franmaxonreal- estate.com. GULFFRONT ANNUAL: 1BR/1.5BA spacious condo. Fifth floor, north Martinique. Fantastic view of Gulf and Intracoastal. Rental includes water, cable, secure building. Pet OK, washer and dryer available. Asking $1,290/month. Call 941-737-0915. ANNA MARIA ISLAND Club rental available for December 2006, January and February 2007. Totally remodeled unit, nonsmoking. Two-week minimum. 813-781-7562. FOR RENT: 2BR/2BA balcony, Gulf view. $950/ month, $900 deposit, $50 application fee. 2411 Ave. C., Bradenton Beach. Efficiency, $750/month includes utilities. $700 deposit, $50 application fee. 112, 52nd St., No.1, Holmes Beach. Call 941- 746-8666. ANNUAL RENTAL: HOLMES Beach. 2BR/1BA, ,close to stores and trolley. $1,100/ month/utilities included. Washer and dryer on premises. Call 646- 842-0096. STEPS TO BEACH: Seasonal 2BR/2BA ground- level home in quiet Holmes Beach. Nonsmoking, no pets. 813-961-6992. - WATERFRONT: BIMINI BAY, Anna Maria. Annual, 1BR/1BA boat moorage, water, garbage and yard service included. Available December. $950/month. Information at http://goff-club.com/510B/ UNFURNISHEDYEARLY RENTALS on Palma Sola Bay. Move in for security deposit and half rent. Rent includes all utilities except electric. Studio $680/ month, move in for $1,020. 1BR/1BA $720/month, move in for $1,080.2BR/1 BA $950/month, move in for $1,425. Call Jerry, 9am-6pm at 941-448-8100. HERON'S WATCH: 3BR/2BA two-car garage, like new. Ten minutes to beach. Near shops and medi- cal. Available Dec. 15. $1,400/month. 941-773-6581 or 941-794-9921. HOLMES BEACH: 1BR condo across from beach. Heated pool. Furnished. Annually $1,200/month. Six months $1,600/month. Three months $1,900 per month. 941-773-1552. ANNUAL OR MONTH-to-month: 4BR Island family home in quiet residential area. Bayfront with direct water view. Perfect for family with children. Extra large balcony, covered parking, laundry room with washer and dryer. Park setting, two blocks to Gulf beaches. Fully furnished. $2,500/month annual, $3,200 month- to-month. Pets considered. Call 941-704-2993. LARGE 2BR/2BA VILLA: 55-plus, furnished/unfur- nished. Great location, quiet, modern. 941-750-0648. WINTER RENTALS AVAILABLE: Monthly starting at $2,000/month. Weekly starting at $625/week. Fran Maxon Real Estate, 941-778-2307. www.franmax- . onrealestate.com. BRADENTON TROPICAL PALMS: 55-plus park, 2BR, furnished, gated, pool, hot tub. Cable, air con- ditioning, washer and dryer, on creek. $695/month, yearly lease. Winter, $1,000/month. E-mail chicken- plucker@ webtv.net. 863-688-3524. HOLMES BEACH: 1 BR/1 BA apartment. 750 sf, 100 feet from bay. Includes water and trash. Available Nov. 1. 941-587-1456. HOLMES BEACH: 2BR/1 BA house. One and a half blocks from beach. Available Nov. 1.949-813-4900. SEASONAL: WEST BRADENTON. 2BR/1 BA house, completely furnished. Washer and dryer. Garage and patio. Large yard. Electric, water and yard ser- vice included. Available Nov. 1. Three-month mini- mum. No smoking and no pets. 941-794-6507. GULFFRONT CONDO, 2BR/2BA, available April 2007 due to cancellation. Great views, pool, elevators, walk to restaurants, shopping, and more. 941-778-6288. HOUSE FOR RENT: Holmes Beach canalfront, caged pool, 3BR/3BA on large fenced lot. Pets OK, six-month lease then month-to-month. $1500/ month. 941-538-9328. ANNUAL HOLMES BEACH elevated 2BR/1 BA spa- cious duplex. Laminate floor, carport, deck, laundry. Great beach neighborhood. $900/month plus utili- ties. 941-779-9470. RENTTO OWN: Large 3BR/2BA home. Fireplace, hot tub, fenced yard, $1,295/rrionth, west Bradenton. Also, clean, quiet, nice 55-plus modular home, 1 BR/1 BA, premiere retirement park $795/month. West Braden- ton. 941-447-6278. www.44Smart.com. SEASONAL OR WEEKLY cottage-style rentals. 1 BR/1 BA or 2BR/1 BA with pool. Walk to beach, shopping, restaurants. 941-778-3426. Web site 2spinnakers.com. "Copyrighted Material I Syndicated Content i. Available from Commercial News Providers, 1 I L ISLANDER DECLASSIFIED] ~:::: THE ISLANDER 0 OCT. 25. 2006 M 29 4 9 -,EAD - SEASONAL RENTALS: LONGBOAT Key home. Updated, 2BR/1 BA new inside,$2,500/month or a 3BR/2BA, $3,500/month. Key Royale, Anna Maria Island, 3BR/2BA, pool, spa, boat dock, $3,500/month or $1,200/week. Real Estate Mart, 941-756-1090. WATERFRONT PROPERTY 2BR/2BA open-plan with great views of Tampa Bay. Canalfront, walk- ing distance to beach and restaurants. $779,000. 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 bed- rooms. 1,400 sf, county water/sewer, citrus trees, near Brentwood. school in Sarasota. Reduced to $274,900. 941-379-4196 or 941-954-7474. C P R: 941-794.1515. Sales, rentals, property man- agement. Coastal Properties Realty. www.coastal- propertiesrealty.com. 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. ENJOY SPECTACULAR VIEWS of Passage Key and Tampa Bay from this updated beachfront cot- tage. Deep property with room to expand. Seawall and beach. MLS#534612. $1,399,000. Lynn Parker, RoseBay Real Estate, 941-321-2736. LOT FOR SALE: One block to Gulf. 50x100 feet, cleared. $539,000. 215 71st St., Holmes Beach. (941) 778-4036. ALMOST ISLAND HOME: Adorable 1BR/1BA. Brand new furnished, bay windows with water view. Hurricane 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. TRIPLEX: IDEAL LOCATION WITH great appeal., Beautifully updated and maintained, new roof,. turnkey furnished. Beach access just steps away, bay views, boat dock, ample parking, great .income rental. Room for a pool. Convenient to restaurants and shopping. $875,000.111 8th St. S., Bradenton Beach. Bridget Spies, ReMax Properties, 941-308- 6763. MSL# 313022. WEST BRADENTON: OPEN noori-4pm Sunday. Six months condo fees paid! Free-standing, pri- vate 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. OPEN HOUSE: 1-4pm Sunday: New home, 3,746 sf 3-4RR/3BA nranite/cherrvy kitchen three screened UPDATED 3BR/2BA: 1,560 sf, tastefully furnished and decorated, sold turnkey. For sale by owner. Buyer's agents, 3 percent. $599,900 Appointments only. 813-818-8314. 8104 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. www.bohnenberger.homesindeed.com. HOLMES BEACH AREA: charming canalfront home, newly renovated, 3BR/2BA. Granite kitchen. 1.5 miles to beach. Sale, $599,000, rent $1,600/month, or lease with purchase option. 614-207-7878. FOR SALE: ALL new beach house. 1 BR/1BA, fully furnished, all appliances. Sandpiper resort #521. 55-plus community on the Intracoastal across the street from the beach. $175,000. You can't get on the Island for less than this! 317-873-3307. TRIPLEX FOR SALE: Just steps to the Gulf of Mexico! This triplex is on beautiful Anna Maria Island, Fla. Currently a rental property with a yearly income of $34,800. Rent out two units and live in the other. Rent annual or seasonal. Walking distance to shop- ping, restaurants and trolley stop. Asking $599,000. Easy to rent or create your own Island hideaway! Call 646-842-0096 for more information. PERICO ISLAND PATIO home: 1.5 years new, 3BR/2BA split plan, shabby chic, master bath, vanity, wood-look floors. $435,000. Rhonda, 941- 761-8135. BEST BUY IN PERICO BAY CLUB: 3BR/2BA with full bay views! Granite countertops, glazed porce- lain tile, carpet, custom closets, updated baths, plantation shutters, designer furnishings and more. $584,500. 859-264-8644. SWEEPING WATER VIEWS from large 2BR/2BA -condo with deeded 35-foot deep-water dock and carport. Must sacrifice or foreclose. $499,000.941- 807-5449. 50-by-110-FOOT LOT in Anna Maria. Owner will finance. No streets to cross to the beach! $480,000.. 813-837-6224. 117 Willow Ave. WESTBAY POINT & MOORING: Lower, corner, condo unit with fantastic view of Tampa Bay and Sunshine Sky.way Bridge. Beautiful island kitchen, turnkey furnished. Must see. $610,000. Call 941- 778-1766 or 401-497-6327. WATERFRONT LOT WITH 40-foot dock in gated community. Filled and ready to build. $650,000. Call 617-803-2393, or e-mail nancy12151 @aol.com. BEAUTIFUL NEW 4BR/4BA Anna Maria home. Waterfront with dock, walk to Gulf and bay beaches. 941-778-5181. BY OWNER, PURCHASE or lease: Manatee river- front condo, 2BR/2BA, beautiful views, pool, gated, covered parking, fitness. $325,000 or $1,100/month. 941-720-0092. $459,900. CANALFRONT 3BR/2BA one-car garage, boatlift, caged pool, fireplace, 1,449 sf. Two miles to Island beaches. 941-447-9844. 4308 Bamboo Ter- race, Bradenton. DUPLEX ON LARGE lot, 90x108 feet. Second lot east of Gulf Drive in north Holmes Beach resort area. Annual tenants in place. includes well-known LONGBOAT KEY PAINTING & DESIGN, INC. HK Faux painting Cabinet refinishing Furniture restoration Custom painting Jackson Holmes, owner (941) 812-3809 HANNA PAVEMENT SERVICES INC. 941-761-8546 FulmAsephalt Seal Coating Repair Striping BOAT, RV & TRAILER STORAGE Wash Down Easy Access Clean Security Cameras 941-232-9208 Rates starting at $40 Centrally located off Cortez Road 4523 30th St. W. Warehouse/Workshops also available WASH FAMILY INC Since 1988 COMPLETING OVER 2,000 JOBS ON ANNA MARIA 1 941.725.0073 DARRIN J. WASH ,Don't suffer S e rt ? *_- Relief is a phone call away CH IR'OPRACT rC 792-3777 c"u. 6607 3rd Ave. W; *Bradenton Creative Vistas Landscape Services -'V Specializing in landscape design & installation Cell 941.807.1035 Office 941.721,9655 www.CreativeVistas.corn Bob Heffner Construction Inc. Remodeling Additions New Construction Insured 941.713.4947 1. .. I U. .I[ .. l .I. ..I.I Y. .-L- .. 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"- .. -' -.. -" nim pac T nurrnlaicr S, ".Windows & Doors Are you storm ready? ...- FREE COURTEOUs ESTIMATES 941-730-5045 !Li # A 4 GET RID OF THAT HONEY DO LIST Professional courteous service Free estimates Windows and doors Trim and crown molding Paint work Kitchens and baths Concrete work Tile and wood flooring Replace rotted wood Pressure cleaning Drywall repair Lawn sprinkler repair/landscaping And many more services offered t524-2677 30 0 OCT. 25, 2006 T THE ISLANDER ISLA DE LA FI DS I 9FLO IDA, OT-F-TAE Cntnud BRAND NEW MAINTENANCE-free villas just west of Intracoastal in west Bradenton. No age restrictions. 3BR/2Bth plus den and two-car garage. Low $300s.' 2BR/2Bth plus den and two-car garage, high $200s. High quality construction, not in a flood zone and only a few miles from the beach. Gorgeous clubhouse with full gym and pool. Finally, everything you always wanted at an affordable price! Free washer and dryer with purchase when you mention this ad. Call Phil Paxton, Remax Gulfstream, 941-920-1363. THE CROWN JEWEL of Coral Shores! The only two- story canal home in Coral Shores. Beautiful 4BR/2BA home, 2,420 sf, 36-foot dock, boat lift, stunning caged pool..Two month window for sale before going off market for seasonal rentals. Photos at mangrove- hideaway.com. Priced right, $749,000. 815-351- 5052. 5008 Mangrove Point Road, Bradenton. CONDO FOR SALE: Beautiful water view. Immedi- ate occupancy. Turnkey, only bring your toothbrush. Condo in pristine condition. Sale by owner, seller will carry mortgage to qualified buyers. Low down payment, low fixed interest rate. Huge price reduc- tion. Phone 315-733-0851. BAYFRONT: 4BR/3BA JUST renovated. Two miles to Longboat Pass. Stop by and get information. 500 Bay Drive S., Bradenton Beach. 941-778-0300. NORTHWEST BRADENTON: 2BR/2BA, garage. Totally remodeled, new roof, air conditioning. Like new, great location. $279,900. 941-761-1458. 2BR/2BA condo with private pool, $325,000. Fur- nished 2BR/2BA condo on Palma Sola Bay inlet with boat dock, $349,900. Offering $2,500 buyer's rebate. 863-852-3391. Owner/agent. WATERFRONT; 65A Cortez Park, Avenue D. 941- 779-CAIN. NEW LAKEFRONT CONDOS: Low $300s. Minutes to beach, no flood, evacuation zone. Hidden Lake Real Estate, 941-761-0444. www.HiddenLakeCon- dominiums.com. Kathy Geeraerts, Realtoir ,. 778-0455 ; : - i green REAL ESTATE OF ANNA MARIA www.greenreal.com amly Busines for more than S28 YEARS Ron i 15 Kathy 4 aii:. n-rman-Greig Mike Norman Marianne S i : r .8 Years Mike'Norman Realty takes pride in serving this .,,:,. community with . honesty and .. o 0i integrity. SThey pledge to continue serving Chovan Chet Coleman ,yOU with, '.Lisa Collier Years 20 Years consistent 14 Years, and reliable results on -. which you can .. "i depend. Ci, n T. /-> f1-ivi a tos~ r ia C r 1Caserna Years Vic Caserta 2 Years, Secretary Carla Beddow 5 Years Rolaridb Rubi 2 Years - Thanks for 28 years! Mike s 800-367-1617 wmenr9" a r4-77&*6c96 NOr ( Ir D www.mikenormanrealty.com INC 3101 GULF DRIVE Realty HOMESBEACH VILLAGE GREEN VILLA: 2BR/2BA, two-car garage, completely updated. $325,000. Open Sunday. 6608 12th Ave. W., Bradenton. 941-448-8502. BRADENTON BEACH BY owner: 2BR/2BA end unit with full Gulf views. Kitchen has stainless-steel appli- ances, granite counters, nice turnkey furnished. Two large balconies. Amenities include boat docks, tennis court, pool with spa. $649,000. 941-388-5238. ISLAND CANAL LOT: 75x1 00-feet, new dock, priced to sell quickly. Below market and appraised value, $550,000. Call Jake, 941-544-7786.108 Gull Drive, Anna Maria. DUPLEX $495,000 OR best offer. Must sell. Call 813-645-6738. 3501 Sixth Ave. Holmes Beach. BEACH BUNGALOW; MANUFACTURED home. Great rental. $10,000 down and $200/month with owner financing. Sandpiper Resort, Bradenton Beach. 941-448-0963. BEAUTIFUL NORTH CAROLINA: Escape the heat in the beautiful peaceful mountains of western North Car- olina homes, cabins, acreage and investments. Chero- kee Mountain GMAC Real Estate. cherokeemountain- realty.com. Call for free brochure, 800-841-5868. DOCKABLE WATERFRONT AND deeded boat slip, water-access homesites. Below appraisal! Lake Chatuge, Georgia and North Carolina mountains! Excellent financing! Two-day sale Nov. 4-5! Appoint- ment only! 877-234-8850, ext.102. A LAND BARGAIN: Wyoming. 35 acres, $49,900; 50 acres, $59,900. Located 90 minutes east of Salt Lake in the foothills of the Uinta mountains. Snow- capped mountain views, surrounded by government land. Recreational paradise. E-Z terms. Call Utah Ranches LLC. 888-541-5263. BEAUTIFUL BLUE RIDGE, N.C., mountain views. Eight- plus acre mountain estate. Heavily wooded with stream. E-Z financing. $49,900.800-230-6380, ext.120. EAST TENNESSEE: 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. One of the biggest names . in mortgages is right in a your own backyard. / a/ ... ...L I ... ........ U' .'. t". 1. pE%--lu,.t: Ak rcdh .d I T, i,, .1 ha FA'. ['it' oi:. E kdoI1,r l o2 Ifla Ir' office1 likeRon Hases ho' I EN IiFRT'iILE o. it r, rdiarciEc. dJ1 Ron .'chl halr r "'CC"'. ,ulIIilII it3L 1 9411 -61-9808 (24 hours or 1800 =I-d HAE VIEW WESTERN NORTH Carolina, north Georgia, eastern Tennessee real estate. Excellent retirement area. Very affordable homes, cabins, land. Low taxes. Good paying jobs available. www.mtlakes- reguide.com. GULFFRONT LOTS: $595,000. Homes starting mid- $300s. New master-planned oceanfront community on beautiful Mustang Island, near Corpus Christi, Texas. www.cinnamonshore.com. 866-891-5163. FRANKLIN, N.C.: NEW timber-frame home, rustic elegance, 2.7 acres, captivating mountain views, stream, ponds, porch with outdoor fireplace, 3BR/3BA, loft and unfinished basement. 770-998- 0856. www.ThePondatFeatherstone.com. MURPHY, N.C.: AFFORDABLE homes in the moun- tains. Affordable homes, mountain cabins and land. Call for free brochure, 877-837-2288. Exit Realty Mountain View Properties. www.exitmurphy.com. TENNESSEE LAKE PROPERTY: From $49,900, with boat slip. Call it, 877-293-5253, or click it, www. GrandeVistaBay.com. Waters-Edge Properties Inc./ broker. LAKE LOT CLOSE-out sale: Saturday, Nov. 11. We'll make your payments for the first year! Lake access bargain $34,900. Free boat slips! On spectacular 34,000-acre recreational lake in eastern Tennessee, surrounded by state forest. Limited number available. Call today for early appointment, 800-704-3154, ext. 880, TN Land Partners LLC. 10 percent down, bal- ance financed one year at 7.25 percent fixed, one- year balloon, OAC, payment $189.77/month. VIRGINIA MOUNTAIN LOG cabin: unfinished inside, view, trees, private, large creek and river nearby, $139,500. Owner, 866-789-8535. NEW, PRE-CONSTRUCTION golf community: coastal Georgia. Large lots with deepwater, marsh,. golf, nature views. Gated, golf, fitness center, tennis. trails. Oak park, docks. $70s $300s. 877-266-7376. www.cooperspoint.com. NORTH CAROLINA GATED, lakefront commu- nity. Pleasantly mild climate, 1.5 acres, 90 mrniles of shoreline. Never offered before with 20 percent pre-development discounts, 90 percent financing. Call 800-709-5253. Di9559-8025. Countrywide Home Loans is close by and ready to help.you get the home of your dreams. S Competitive rates. ' 1 Local experts with the power to say "YES" to your home loan. S Up-front approval* at the time of application. WAs little as no-to-low down payment options available to make qualifying easier. OLoan amounts to $6 million. f Construction financing available. Pam Voorhees Home Loan Consultant 40f Manatee Ave.W. Holmes Beach pam_voorhees@countrywide.com www.pamvoorhees.com SCountrywide HOME'LOANS (941) 586-8079 EQUAL HOUSING LENDER 2003 COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOAS, INC. TRADE/SERVICE MARKS ARE THE PROPERTY OF COUN- TRYWIDE FINANCIAL CORPORATION AND/OR ITS SUBSIDIARIES. ADD APPROPRIATE STATE, LEGAL. UP-FRONT APPROVAL SUBJECT TO SATISFACTORY PROPERTY REVIEW AND NO CHANGE IN FINANCIAL CONDITION. SOME PRODUCTS MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE IN ALL STATES. PRICES ARND GUIDELINES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. RESTRICTIONS APPLY. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. owners-, e "".-" . Call us to 8-230Z-.. 1-800-306-9666 rent your w w fronma obnreolesrtare.com properties! . 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