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Skimming the news ... Anna Maria Island map inside, page 16. Anna Maria Islander age e r Socce^r finale, pakye 18. "The Best News on Anna Maria Island Since 1992" Major development and contractor selection for the refurbishment of Historic Bridge Street Pier in Braden- ton Beach has been delayed for a few weeks. About 25 residents and business owners were told last week that public notice requirements had not been met for the major development proposal for the pier,. which is located at the east end of Bridge Street on Anna Maria Sound. The plan calls for construction of a new restaurant as well as a dockmaster office, bath house, dockage additions and an inforniational kiosk. Apparently the legally required advertisements had been placed in the appropriate newspapers, but certi- fied letters to nearby residents and businesses had not been mailed. The pier restaurant, damaged during hurricanes, www.islander.org Honor in service Sheila Cassidy, a member of the American Legion honor guard, lands pi oud\ l at hu tcienony honoing members uf the "Greatest Generation" those veterans who served in I'irhi Ihiar II. fort than 150 people attended the event last week. For story and more pictures, see pa "c 8. Islander Phot,: Lisa Vciff Commission snubs SueLynn By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter When newly elected Anna Maria Mayor Fran B ar- ford and a new commission gather Thursday night for the traditional swearing-in ceremony and organizational meeting, outgoing Mayor SueLynn plans to be con- spicuously absent. "No commissioner has asked me to attend, although I've heard they want me to be there," SueLynn said. "I really think the evening should belong to Fran and the new commissioners," she added, noting that city commissioners at their Oct. 26 meeting the final commission meeting for SueLynn failed to even mention her nearly five years of service to the city. The mayor's final commission meeting was to have been Nov. 9 at a workshop session, but at the Oct. 26 meeting, commissioners agreed to move that session's agenda to Nov. 16, just in time for Barford and newly elected commissioners Duke Miller and Jo Ann Mattick to be sworn in and take their seats. . "We were in a rush," said Commission Chairman John Quam of the Oct. 26 snub of SueLN nn. "It was just something we didn't think about as we adjourned." He said the-commission plans to honor SueLynn after Barford is sworn in as the city's new mayor. Very nice, observed SueLynn dryly. . "I still haven't been invited by Mr. Quam or any other commissioner. I just think it would have been nice for someone at the Oct. 26 meeting to mention that after four years and nine months, that was the last time I would be meeting with the commission." has been closed since September 2004. The damage to the popular restaurant at the pier was.so severe that the structure was razed earlier this year. Plans were drawn up to rebuild the structure, as well as ancillary buildings and an extensive floating dock for boaters to the south of the 630-foot-long deck, which is mostly\ used by fishers- .... Three contractors have indicated a willingness to do the construction on the buildings and docks. The bidders included: Kesselring Corp. of Bradenton at $2,362,370. Hayes Construction of Fort Myers at $1,676,000. Southern Cross Contractors of Sarasota at PLEASE SEE PIER, NEXT PAGE Volume 15, No. 2 Nov. 15, 2006 FREE Giant Sandblast event Saturday By Jim Hanson Islander Reporter Probably 300 sand sculptors will show their stuff Saturday, Nov. 18, along the Gulf of Mexico beach at Bradenton Beach in the annual Sandblast. It will pit at least 20 teams of up to 15 members each in a four-hour competition, building sculptures in designated plots of wet sand at the BeachHouse Restaurant's volleyball courts, 200 Gulf Drive N. The contest, whose theme is "Pirates," starts at 9 a.m. and winds up at 1 p.m., when the judging begins. Two "pirate" teams, the Anna Maria Island Privateers and the Pyrates of the Gulf Coast, will participate, and the Pitts- burg Pirates will have give-aways for all team members, said the sponsoring Keep Manatee Beautiful. In the preliminary part of Sandblast, and now as popular as the Blast itself, the professional sculptors of Team Sandtastic will be conducting free clinics in their craft from 5 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at the BeachHouse. Sandtastic will be building its own special offering to the Sandblast, a huge exhibition sand sculpture at the BeachHouse. - Schroeder MNanatee Aggregates is donating 90tons of beach-compatible sand and John Jackson Earth% orks Land Development is donating whateer it takes to deliver the sand. All 90 tons ill go into beach renour- ishment at Palma Sola Cause\\ a after the competition is finished.- Saturday, the teams will begin arriving at 7:30 a.m. to nail do%\ n their selections of 15-by-15-foot plots. Judges will-include Becky Shannon, general manager of the BeachHouse, marine master artist David Miller of Maui Art, and a professional sand sculptor with Team Sandtastic. The exhibition is a fundraiser for Keep Manatee Beautiful, with each sponsor donating $300 to the orga- nization and there are still a few openings for spon- sors. Teams that have registered to compete: Ad-Vance Personnel Services, sponsored by Brian Senseri; Privateers, sponsored by Teitelbaum Developers; Bayshore High School National Art Honor Society, Turner Tree & Landscape; Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County, BrightHouse Net- work; Crusader Environmental Club of King Middle School, Corida Commons; Intrepid Home Health; Lakewood Ranch High .School-Science Club; Lincoln Middle School Stu- dent Council, Suncoast Home Team at Wagner Realty; Manatee Community College Earth Club, East Tech; Manatee High School Anchor club, John Moody & Associates; Manatee High Art Department, The Islander newspaper; Manatee High Environmental Science Students, Ingrid McClellan; Manatee High Ocean Awareness Club; ManaTEENS, Bradenton Lions Club and Metro Systems; Reef Rakers and Sarasota Bay Buddies, Sarasota Bay Estuary Program; Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island; Braden River .High School Key Club Team No. 1; Braden River High Team No 2, Kiwanis Club of East Manatee; Pyrates of the Gulf Coast; Palmetto High School Key Club. Additional information may be obtained by tele- phoning 795-8272. EVEiTERg U AAY JD --,7 r G Pier talks stalled until Nov. 29 sYCsS~pZ 2 M NOV. 15, 2006 THIE ISLANDER Barford facing mold problem at city hall Bright light Bradenton Beach Public Works Director Tom Wood- ard was all grins at the proposed new street lights cinv official-i are considering for the Bridge Street aI'ea. The lights are from Beacon Lighting in Sara- v)ta. City commissioners will discuss the lights later this month. Islander Photo: Paul Rodt Pier plan discussion now Nov. 29 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 $1-,664,710. City officials had estimated the work to cost $1.7 million, which is to come from a variety of funding sources, including some grants. City commissioners are now scheduled to discuss the major development on the pier and, if approved, select a contractor to do the work during a special city commission meeting at 1 p.m. Nov. 29. City officials hope to have the restaurant open for business by next spring. By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter Newly elected Anna Maria Mayor Fran Barford won't have to wait long for her administration to face its first serious threat to the city. Mold has been dis- covered at city hall and environmental inspectors have indicated th.it last summer's water intrusion tlI-,uI-lh the roof appears to be the cause. That's a polite way of saying the damage was caused when Roof USA was installing a new roof on c i(t hall last summer and covered its work area with materials that failed during a heavy rainstorm. Thousands of gal- lons of rainwater coursed through the roof and structure onto the floor, causing serious water damage. Roof USA's insurance provider subsequently paid a claim to have the damage repaired, but Mayor SueLynn ordered the environmental inspection as a precaution. The Nov. 3 report by Environmental Safety Con- sultants found "significant mold contamination" in the trusses above the ceiling tiles in the c mminii,,ion cham- bers, in the room air of the locker room and in the west wall. ESC said there was no serious health threat at this time, but precautions should be taken. ESC recommended that a remediation protocol be prepared and a trained, experienced mold-reme- diation contractor hired to fix the areas required by the protocol. SueLynn said that even though ESC states. that the level of air quality "does not indicate a need to vacate the building," she's advising staff members with respi- ratory problems to consult a physician. She also contacted Roof USA and its insurance car- rier, along with Cure Water Damage, the company hired by Roof USA to clean up city hall following the rain storm incident. And she asked city attorney Jim Dye for a legal opinion to ensure the city doesn't get stuck for any bill to get rid of the mold.\ The cost of the ESC inspection was $2,250, which the mayor wants either Roof USA or its insurance com- pany to pay. SueLynn, who holds office until mayor-elect Fran Barford is sworn on Nov. 16, said the roof company has previously guaranteed that it would fix any problems caused by the roof leak at no cost to the city, and fixing the mold problem-identified in the report should be part of that offer. SueLynn said she advised Barford of the problem she'll face on her first day as mayor. Groundbreaking for Center Thursday morning Ground will be broken Thursday morning, Nov. 16, for the new construction at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Participating in the public ceremony from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. will be Stewart and Trudy Moon, who are co-chairing the capital fundraising campaign; Andy Price, chairman of the Center's board of directors; Pierrette Kelly, executive director; the mayors of the Island's three cities; and, by special invitation, contributors to the capital campaign. Additional information may be obtained by calling the Center at 778-1908. Fire commission to meet A pension fund, a fire truck and a referendum are talking points on the agenda for this week's meeting of the West Manatee Fire Rescue District commissioners. The commissioners are scheduled to meet Thursday at 6 p.m. at Station 1, 6001 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. The commission agenda includes an update on the recently approved referendum to raise impact fees on new construction in the district. The agenda also includes an update on the WMFR pension fund, board elections, reports from officers, and discussions on the training tower, a new ladder truck, uniforms and a new badge system. The commission is scheduled for two additional gatherings this year a district dinner Dec. 3 and a meeting Dec. 21. Exceptional Cuisine Worldass Wine Uniqu ers &Ales Happy Hour Monday Friday 4:30pm to 6:30pm Comlimentary Hors D'oeuvres SDrink Specials Wine Tasting Every other Thursday Don't miss the fun! Cost $10.00 Call for details. O-10rit 4Vtylp t T RE ST-A.U RAN T 111 South Bay Boulevard Anna Maria Island : 941-778-1515 Northern Tip Of Anna Maria Island : Across From The City Pier Lunch: Every Day 1l:30am-4:30pm Dinner: Sun-Thurs 4:30pm-9pm : Fri & Sat 4:30pm-10pm ww.thewaterfrontastaurant.net -4;4, .. 7% THE ISLANDER U NOV. 15. 2006 3 3 Island voters beat path to ballot box By Lisa Neff Islander Reporter A steady stream of voters went to the polls on Anna Maria Island Nov. 7 to cast ballots in a mid-term elec- tion deciding the balance of Congress and the makeup of city commissions. The ballot also contained statewide races, judicial contests, state legislative seats and a number of initiatives and referendums, including a question on raising impact fees for the West Manatee Fire Rescue District. The turnout in Manatee County was strong, with 50.52 percent of the registered 198,982 registered voters casting ballots. The Manatee County Supervisor of Elections Office reported that 76,771 votes were cast in 137 precincts on election day. Another 15,712 votes were cast in absentee ballots and 7,029 voted early at two mainland locations. Elections Supervisor Bob Sweat said provisional ballots were to be counted on Nov. 13. Also, the returns released on election night did not include about 300 ballots from overseas military voters. In Anna Maria, 1,600 votes were cast for up to two candidates in the city commission race and 959 votes in the mayoral race. There are 1,495 registered voters in Anna Maria and a total of 993 people went to the polls. Many voters walked to the only polling place in Anna Maria City, the city hall at 10005 Gulf Drive. Outside, voters mingled, casually talking about the campaigns, the candidates and the weather which produced a short downpour around 3:45 p.m. One-hundred feet from the polling place, incum- bent Anna Maria commission candidate Duke Miller greeted citizens. "You are going to vote right?" he said to two women headed for city hall. "Yes," one woman answered. "Cool," Miller said, smiling and waving them on. "And thanks." Nearby, incumbent commission candidate Linda Cramer, wearing a "Got issues?" T-shirt, chatted with a voter. Along Gulf Drive, mayoral candidate Fran Barford and her supporters waved signs, encouraging motorists to honk and passersby to vote. Supporters also turned out for Miller, Cramer, commission candidate Jo Ann Mattick and mayoral candidate Tom Turner. At Holmes Beach's two polling locations Gloria. Dei Lutheran Church. 6608 Marina Dri\ e, and St. Ber- nard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive many A national pastime Fran Barford campaigns for mayor in Anna Maria on election day Nov. 7. Barford and a number of supporters for the mayoral candidate and other politicians stood along Gulf Drive encouraging people to vote and to honk their car horns. Islander Photo: Lisa Neff voters drove to the polls, passing rows of colorful campaign signs before reaching "vote here" and signs warning against campaigning within 100 feet of the polling place. A slight drizzle early Tuesday seemed not to deter voters. A downpour around 4 p.m. was short-lived. "It looks like a good showing," said election deputy Bob Kral, stationed outside the polling place at St. Bernard to assist voters. "A lot of people were here before 7 o'clock." Kral, who had worked a dozen elections, guessed the turnout to be "less than in the presidennal, butbetter than usual." There were 3,574 otes cast for up to two can- didates in the Holmes Beach Cit\ Commission race. according to Sweat's returns. The cirt has 3.,41.8 reg- istered voters and 2,057 of them cast ballots in the general election. "\We alwa\s vote." said Sheldon Hedges after Barford, Miller, Mattick elected in Anna Maria By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter Fran Barford is the new mayor of Anna Maria, handily defeating former planning and zoning board chairman Tom Turner, 698 to 261, in the Nov. 7 election for the post being vacated by outgoing Mayor SueLynn. ;- In the race for the two city commission seats up for. election, political new corner Jo Ann Mattick, along with incumbent Duke Niller w ere elected, while incumbent Linda Cramer lost her seat by just 22 votes. The final tally showed Mattick with 604 otes. Day tripper Anna Maria artist Mark Alonzo and his three- n heeled campaignmobile alongside some candidate supporters greeting voters outside city hall Nov. 7. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin Miller at 509 and Cramer with 487. A total of 993 people 'oted in Anna Maria, a cit\ of 1,495 registered others The turnout w\as one of the largest e er ina non-presidential election \ear. A number of voters said they waited until the last minute to make a decision for cit\ commissioner. particularly\ after Miller and Nlattick engaged in some verbal sparring during the last fe\\ weeks of the campaign. . Mattick accused Miller of supporting the coastal overlay district and construction of 10.000- square-foot homes, while Miller claimed lNanick was sponsored b\ commercial interests and \anted to enlarge the cit\ 's business area. . Other voters expressed concern over Cramer's health, as she has polycystic kidney disease, and her position on the proposed coniprehensi\e plan and future land-use map concerning property she o\ ns along Gulf Drive. Barford was gracious in \ ictor, thanking the otherss for their generous support. "I'm just thrilled right no\ ." she said. "I am glad of all the support and the strong mandate to administer the city." Mattick said she had "reached out to the commu- nity and they opened up. I was willing to take a stand on issues. I didn't just sa) what people wanted to'hear. I think I'm the people's choice." She also thanked all .her supporters. Miller said his election reflected the "desire of the voters to keep the city the w'a\ it is." Cramer could not be reached for comment on PLEASE SEE ANNA MARIA. NEXT PAGE casting his ballot at St. Bernard. The most interesting races, to him, included the governor's race between Republican Charlie Crist and Democrat Jim Davis and the five-way Holmes Beach contest for two city com- mission seats. Bradenton Beach, with 969 active voters accord- ing to the supervisor's office, did not have a munici- pal contest. A total of 466 voters turned out at city hall to cast ballots in federal and state races and on multiple questions. Many .voters complained about negative cam- paigning at the state and federal le\el and said thev\ went to the polls because thev felt obliged. not inspired. Meetings Anna Maria Cit) Nov. 16, 6:15 p.nm.. swearing-in of manor and com-' No\. 16, 6:45 p.m., organizational meeting of city commission. . No%. 16; 7 p.m., city commission meeting. -wam MAlaria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, 70,-6130. : - Bradenton Beach No\. 15. I p.m., cit) commission work meeting. No\. 15. 4 p.m.. WAVES committee meeting. No\. 16, 1 p.m.. cit\ commission meeting. Agenda: second reading and public hearing on employee handbook. presentation of plaque to Wes Stump. discussion of contributions for fiscal-year 2006-07, approval of resolution for pier financing, approval of additional professional ser\ ices for canal dredging and consent agenda. Nov. 20, 1 p.m., swearing-in of cit) commissioners. Bradefon,' Beach 'City Hall. 107 Gulf Drive N., ~78-1005. Holmes Beach No%. 20. 9 a.m.,swearing-in of mayor and city com- missioners, and organizational meeting. Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive, 708-5800. Of Interest Nov. 20, 3:30 p.m., Island Transportation Planning Organization meeting, Anna Maria City Hall. Holiday Closures Government offices in Anna Maria City, Bradenton Beach. Holmes Beach and Longboat Key will be closed Thursda), Nov. 23, and Friday, Nov. 24, for the Thanksgiving holiday. 4 M NOV. 15. 2006 R THE ISLANDER Anna Maria election CONTINUED FROM PAGE 3 whether or not she intended to challenge the election. Under Florida law, an election result is automatically recounted if the difference is 1 percent or less of the total vote. Cramer lost by 22 votes, or 2.3 percent of the ballots cast. She would have to bear the cost of any recount because the margin of defeat was greater than 1 percent. Barford, Miller and Mattick will be sworn into office at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 16. SueLynn will remain as mayor until the swearing-in ceremony. Fire district impact fee increase approved Voters in the West Manatee Fire and Rescue Dis- trict overwhelmingly approved a measure in the Nov. 7 election allowing the district board to increase the impact fees that developers pay for new construction. The measure passed with 9,079 votes (68 per- cent) in favor of the increase, while 4,206 (32 per- cent) were opposed. WMFR Chief Andy Price has said previously, how- ever, that the measure will likely only increase district revenues by about $50,000 annually. Three efforts two years, ago by the WMFR board to increase revenues through the addition of an ad valorem tax were defeated by district voters. Election night confusion in Anna Maria Thanks to an error on the BayNews9 Web site elec- tion eve, Anna Maria City Commissioner Duke Miller went from winner to loser to winner in the space of a few hours. Voting results at the Anna Maria City Hall posted at 7:20 p.m. had Miller with 390 votes compared with Cramer's 350, with Jo Ann Mattick leading all candi- dates in the race for the two commission seats with 435. Election officials said there were 213 absentee and early voting ballots yet to be counted. At that time, Miller said he was confident, but preferred to wait for the official results before com- menting. Later that evening around 8:30 p.m., Miller said he got a call from a supporter who said BayNews9 had him losing to Cramer, 509. votes to 487. Miller's wife confirmed the result at the BayNews9 Web site That put a damper on the evening, said Miller, but shortly before 9 p.m., Miller said the Web site changed the vote to show him leading, 505 to 502, then later that evening corrected its figures to show 509 votes for Miller and 487 for Cramer. Miller said it appeared that BayNews9 originally had the correct number of votes for the wrong candi- date, then corrected its error. "It was a roller-coaster ride that didn't need to take place. I was ahead, then I had lost, then I had won," he said. "What a night." Whitmore new county commissioner; fire district fee hike OK'd Holmes Beach Mayor Carol Whitmore has a new title commissioner. As the Republican candidate for the Manatee County Board of Commissioners, Whitmore defeated her Democratic challenger, educator Sarah Meaker, 59 percent to 41 percent in the Nov. 7 general election. West Manatee Fire Rescue District officials also saw voters approve an increase in impact fees to help fund the district's Anna Maria Island, Cortez and north- west Manatee County firefighting operations. The mea- sure passed, 68 percent to 32 percent. On the national and state front, the unofficial state- wide results include: For U.S. Senate, incumbent Democrat Bill Nelson defeated Republican challenger and current Congress- woman Katherine Harris 61 percent to 38 percent. Other candidates in the hotly contested race were Floyd Ray Fra- zier with .4 percent, Belinda Noah with .5 percent, Brian Moore with .4 percent, and Roy Tanner with .3 percent. In a congressional representative election that drew national media attention, Republican Vern Buchanan defeated Democrat Christine Jennings by 373 votes. A recount was ongoing at presstime, and a final decision on the race is expected later this month. At issue is more than 18,300 "under votes" in Sarasota County voters who apparently opted out of voting in that particular race. The total represents about 13 percent of the votes cast. In Manatee County, only about 2 percent of voters decided to skip that particular ballot item. For governor, Republican Charlie Crist defeated Democratic challenger Jim Davis, 52 percent to 45 percent. Other tallies in the governor's race included Reform Party candidate Max Linn with 2 percent, and independent candidates Richard Paul Dembinsky with .2 percent, John Wayne Smith with .3 percent, and Karl C.C. Behm with .2 percent. For Florida attorney general, Republican Bill McCollum defeated Democrat Walter "Skip" Camp- bell, 52 percent to 48 percent. For the state's chief financial officer position, Democrat Alex Sink defeated Republican Tom Lee 54 percent to 46 percent. Incumbent Republican Agricultural Commissioner Charles H. Bronson easily defeated Democratic chal- lenger Eric Copeland, 57 percent to 43 percent. On the non-partisan portion of the ballot, all of the Supreme Court justices were retained in office: R. Fred Lewis, Barbara Joan Pariente and Peggy A. Quince. District Court of Appeal judges were also retained: Darryl C. Casanueva, Charles A. Davis Jr., Edward C. LaRose, E.J. Salcines and Tomas E. Striger Sr. Locally, Rochelle Taylor Curley defeated Preston DeVilbiss Jr. for judgeship, 12th Circuit, Group 21, 55 percent to 45 percent. The new Manatee County School Board District 4 member is Bob Gause, defeating Joe Miller 53 percent to 47 percent. Voters had six constitutional amendments to decide upon as well. All were approved. The unofficial state- wide results were: Amendment 1: state planning and budget process yes, 60 percent; no, 40 percent. Amendment 3: create broader public support for constitutional amendments or revisions yes, 58 per- cent; no, 42 percent. Amendment 4: protection of people against health hazards caused by using tobacco yes, 61 percent; no, 39 percent. Amendment 6: increased homestead exemption yes, 76 percent; no, 24 percent. Amendment 7: discount on property tax for per- manently disabled veterans yes, 78 percent; no, 22 percent. -Amendment 8: eminent domain yes, 70 percent; no, 31 percent. Almost 51 percent of Manatee County voters turned out to cast ballots Tuesday. Doing your duty Nov. 7 brought a mid-term election, with voters head- ing to the polls across the country to cast ballots in federal, state and local races. Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Holmes Beach served as the polling place for Precinct 92.1. Citizens there voted for two city commissioners, as well as statewide officers, judges, a U.S. senator and a U.S. representative. Islander Photo: Lisa Neff THE ISLANDER 0 NOV. 15, 2006 E 5 Holmes Beach voters elect Haas-Martens, Monetti By Lisa Neff Islander Reporter Holmes Beach voters on Nov. 7 elected two commissioners one incumbent and one newcomer to the board. Voters re-elected Sandy Haas-Martens to a fifth term and elected political newcomer John A. Monetti for a two-year term to the seat being vacated by Roger Lutz. The winners were selected from a field of five candidates that also included two former commission- ers, Pat Geyer and Don Maloney, and second-time candidate Sheila Hurst. Hurst is an activist with Save Anna Maria Inc. Geyer, the owner of Duffy's Tavern, served as mayor for several terms. Maloney, a frequent humor columnist with The Islander, served nine years as commissioner. The tally, according to election night returns, was: Haas-Martens with 1,123 votes or 31 percent. Monetti with 917 votes or 26 percent. Geyer with 720 votes or 20 percent. Maloney with 540 votes or 15 percent. Hurst with 274 votes or 8 percent. A total of 3,574 votes were cast in the commission race, according to the Manatee County Supervisor of Elections Office. There were 364 under votes. "I was real happy when I got the first batch of numbers and ecstatic when I got the second batch of numbers," Haas-Martens said Nov. 8, after spending the better part of the day collecting campaign signs. She ran strongest in absentee, early voting and elec- tion day balloting. Monetti received the second highest vote totals in each category. He learned of his election day victory as he stood on election night besidehis wife looking at a posting of early returns outside Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, one of two polling places in the city. "We realized that we had made it to the city com- mission," Monetti said. ,'fankyou %aymomndckDannoW, V'US favy Retired 4tfor your generous donation, I to the Anna Maria Island T Butterfly Park. Th-e Islander "It's a great feeling," he added. "It means that the message that you were offering was received." The newcomer went on to thank his supporters and the other candidates in the race. "They were a lot of help," he said. "I learned a lot from them." Monetti has served as a member of the city plan- ning board. He and his family moved to Anna Maria Island 11 years ago, primarily because they liked the reputation of Anna Maria Elementary School. Monetti had taken a job as general manager of the Columbia Restaurant after years of moving around the country and working with chain restaurants. Once he settled on the Island, he said he decided to get involved in the community. That led him to cam- paign for city commission. Monetti consistently campaigned with the pledge, "Seeking, through a common sense approach, to maintain the unique beauty and balance of the city of Holmes Beach." Haas-Martens, a retired bank manager and officer, was born in a small town outside Toledo, Ohio. Her family moved to Manatee County in 1960, and she attended Manatee High School, graduating in 1964. Haas-Martens started working on the Island in 1969 and, in addition to working in banking, she's been involved with numerous community organizations, including serving as president of the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce and as elected commissioner for the local fire district. Campaigning for re-election, Haas-Martens empha- sized her experience and her enthusiasm for the com- mission job. - "I try to be involved," she said: "I like doing things, keeping busy." She cited, as she campaigned, concerns for building density and height and tax and insurance issues. Haas-Martens cast her election day ballot at about 7:20 a.m., becoming the 35th voter at St. Bernard. She spent election night with friends at home The scales of justice could bankrupt you! W ~four I.Lrnc, i hliabilitry in.ranc; !q h .rct t pr' )oic you if you are sued. Bu[, as lour 9,4t,_rv f '8, S0 shoul \'our prio)ition. Co.ntru- . us toJav annJ c'l 1 ll u 1 about the "No Problem" businm.N unmbrclle- protcclin available frm Auto-Owncrx. ,uea-Ownr, ras nee Jimn ixon Insurance Enc. 5412 Manna Dr.. l iand Shoppngm Cente r- Hohne Beach (941) 778-2253 jim.mixon2@verizon.net OUR OFFICE IS CLOSED FOR LUNCH NOON-1 .DAILY. and said she knew by about 8 p.m. that she'd won her race. Holmes Beach also gets a new mayor this month. Rich Bohnenberger, who ran unopposed in the gen- eral election, is taking over the post. Carol Whitmore decided not to seek re-election and ran as a Republican for the partisan countywide seat on the board of county commissioners. She won that race last Tuesday. The newly elected office-holders will be sworn in on Monday, Nov. 20 at 9 a.m. at city hall. After the oath of office, the commission will hold an organizational meeting and appoint someone to fill Bohnenberger's seat on the commission, the seat he vacated midway into a two-year term to run for mayor. Some commissioners and candidates have said they think Bohnenberger's replacement should be the third- place finisher in the election Geyer. "That seems to make the most sense," said Malo- ney, who was disappointed with last week's results, but supports appointing Geyer. "Of course I'd like to see me," Geyer said. "I think that's the fair way." Island Demos ponder 'What's Ahead?' "Election Results: What's Ahead?" will be discussed by the Anna Maria Island Democratic Club when it meets for a lun- cheon at noon Monday, Nov. 20, at the BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Speaker will be Henry Raines, host of "America AM" on WWPR radio,,1490 AM. Additional information is available at 761-4098. Breaking Legs Nov. 30-Dec.10. *Evenings 8pm Matinees* Dec. 3 & 10 *2pm Box Office Opens Nov. 20 Box Office: 9am 1pm, except Sunday and one hour before each performance. 778-5755. 10009 Gulf Drive & Pine Avenue.* Anna Maria IOUL!X.OF BPRADF.T.ON The New Benchmark for a Senior Living Rental Community *2 bedroom, 1 /2 bath villa with oversized Cable TV, water, pest control and home. -1.garage and private screened lanais maintenance all included * Sturdy block construction in a Quaint 33-acre.campus with walking paths non-evacuation zbne -- and scenic ponds * Spacious.closets and 20,000 square foot Town Center with beautifully appointed ., .: sparkling pool; entertainment, arts, kitchen and bath ... welnearid-ftss - 6 K NOV. 15, 2006 I THE ISLANDER Geyer for commissioner The Holmes Beach City Commission will have an interesting challenge when they meet with newly sworn members next week for the first time- the appointment of a new member. Due to the timing of City Commissioner Rich Boh- nenberger's resignation effective Nov. 19 from the board to run unopposed for mayor, his seat did not go to the voters for deliberation during the recent elec- tion. Instead, the post-election commission sworn on Nov. 20 has the task of appointing someone for the one-year remainder of his term. Bohnenberger will also be sworn into the mayor's post on Nov. 20. Following all the swearing (pun intended), com- missioners will face their task. They may legally appoint any qualified person to join them at the dais, with the requirements pretty much based on residency in the city and some other elements outlined in the city charter. Commissioners, though, should morally respect the wishes of the voters in their appointment. Pat Geyer, former mayor and commissioner as well as candidate for commission in the Nov. 7 election, was the third- place vote-getter in the race, after Sandy Haas-Martens and John Monetti. We believe it's fair and just that Geyer be appointed to the commission, and we hope the four seated com- missioners will do the right thing and welcome Geyer to the dais. Another fine mess? The Florida insurance crisis just keeps getting worse and worse. Homeowners are denied coverage in the state insur- ance pool for wind insurance if they are more than 1,000 feet from the Gulf of Mexico, forcing them to accept extravagantly expensive policies. Now, the state's "insurer of last resort" is mandated to drop wind insurance on properties whose owners have not qualified for a homeowner's exemption. Gov. Jeb Bush'is expected to call a special ses- sion of the Florida Legislature in early December to address the problems of insurance. And lawmakers will have yet another wrinkle to iron out in the insurance jumble. We have been lucky in 2006 with hurricane season. Let's hope that luck continues in the halls of Tallahas- see as some sort of solution to the insurance morass is sought by lawmakers next month. We wish them all luck, especially our area's state representative, Bill Galvano, who continues to fight on our behalf to include all of Anna Maria Island in the wind pool. Give him your support: bill.galvano@myflorida- house.gov. The Islander NOV. 15. 2006 Vol. 15. No. 2 V Publisher and Editor F',:,rn-, ..:., b .:.r -r, ,., .l -]]-i ri ,', rg V Editorial Paul R a: i ... 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SLICK At A class A program The "greatest generation" program you gave to Anna Maria Island was wonderful. It was warm and dignified and showed the best of what we Americans have. We all owe you and your staff great apprecia- tion. In particular, I appreciated Rick Catlin's talk - he hit exactly the right note. Your plan to make this an annual event is excel- lent although I would hope for a time that we no longer grow new war veterans. If we should be fortu- nate enough t hat happen, I am certain you will find peacetime endeavors worthy of appreciation. The entire event was excellent even the bugler. Bill Diamant, Anna Maria Say'no' to negative ads The national and state negative campaign ads are, a disgrace to our political system. I went from tolerating them to being angry and, finally, muting the TV when they, Republican or Democrat, came on this past election season. If candidates cannot fun on their reputations and their points of view, then they should not run for an elected office. When a candidate has to resort to maligning an opponent to make him/herself look good, then they do not deserve to be elected. This is why the recent campaign in Anna Maria saddens me. The public mudslinging that took place between two of the candidates running for commis- sion is an embarrassment to the city. I .do not recall -any other election in this city where this kind of elec- tioneering took place. It is one thing to disagree about issues, it is another to launch personal attacks against those with an opposing opinion. I do not agree with comments such as, "That's just politics," and "It goes with the territory." Not at this grassroots level of gov- ernment. The position of commissioner in the city of Anna AKIV MTVEM TE9 TZPC A;T 9"' PL cSfI- I All~ By Egan : ; Maria is non-partisan. When a candidate attacks an opponent in a city election, it is not associated with a political party. It is personal- and, often times, it is your neighbor, an acquaintance or friend, someone you will see in the grocery store or sit next to in a restaurant. This kind of verbal abuse affects not only the candidate, but all of his/her supporters. And it reflects poorly on the city itself. Personal attacks are not easily forgotten and put aside. It remains to be seen if the two commission- ers who won election will be able to rise above their belittling of each other and do what is best for the city. I sincerely hope these shameful election tactics are a one-time event. SueLynn, mayor of Anna Maria Thanks I feel I must send a word of congratulation on the excellent memorial service The Islander presented Nov. 9 in honor of World War II veterans at the but- terfly garden. My husband and I attended as I am an ex-WREN and served in the British Navy during WWII. I was honored to be included in the service for American service people. About three years ago, I was mone of the first of those to be interviewed at home by Rick Catlin. The service was extremely well organized, well conducted, and very touching to all of us there. We felt proud to be in such a good company of Islanders and we are grateful to have taken part in the armistice service. The American Legion personnel did an excellent job, and we all were most impressed by the bugler who played taps. I hope that you will consider presenting a similar memorial in the next few years that are left to us. Marjorie Kendall I THE ISLANDER 0 NOV. 15, 2006 M 7 County declines invite to annexation m By Lisa Neff Islander Reporter Manatee County commissioners last week declined Holmes Beach's invitation to a voluntary annexation of the area on Manatee Avenue next to the Anna Maria Island Bridge, including Kingfish Boat Ramp. The issue was added to the board of county commis- sioners' Nov. 7 meeting agenda and briefly discussed. By voice vote, the commissioners approved a motion to have the county attorney send a letter to Holmes Beach officials.'The letter will state that the board does not support annexation, but will engage in discussions about operations in the area, which includes the Kingfish Boat Ramp. The idea of annexation developed from discussions about Manatee County's efforts to add rest rooms and parking to the Kingfish Boat Ramp on Manatee Avenue just west of the bridge. In reviewing Kingfish, officials learned that the boat ramp is not in Holmes Beach. The finding led to questions about the city's authority to police the area and responsibility for the city's entryway. Rich Bohnenberger, Holmes Beach's new mayor following last week's election, proposed an annexa- tion in a letter to Joe McClash, chairman of the county commission. McClash introduced the topic at last week's com- mission meeting. Referring to the proposed annexation, McClash said, "I have problems with that." McClash went on to say that county and city offi- cials should have a "dialogue," perhaps after a council of governments meeting. If the county is to continue operating the boat ramp, McClash and others on the board said it seemed smart not to give up county authority in the area. Bohnenberger said on Nov. 10 that he hadn't received any formal response from the county regarding annexation. But he had heard from numerous people of the commission decision. "It really is a public-safety issue that we're con- cerned about," Bohnenberger said. "At this point in time, I'm not sure what happens next." Meanwhile, McClash has formally endorsed alter- native plans to a county proposal for changes at the Kingfish Boat Ramp. The Kingfish Wetlands Project, a response from nearby residents to the proposal by the county to expand Kingfish, is an alternative plan that allows for improving the boat ramp while creating a safer, more beautiful environment. The Holmes Beach Parks and Beautification Com- mittee, meeting at city hall on Nov. 8, discussed the Kingfish proposal with KWP co-chair Molly McCart- ney, who also reports for The Islander. McClash, in a letter to McCartney, outlined the county's intentions. "Action Step 1, remove pepper trees; Action Step 2, meet again on-site to refine design; Action Step 3, present to BCC and DOT for approval." "The design was never intended to be anything but an idea," McCartney told the committee, adding that the work will probably take place over "a period of a year." The first activity, removing the pepper trees, may begin next month, McCartney said. The county will prob- ably assign jail inmates to the work, which would extend to a cleanup along Manatee Avenue from 75th Street in Bradenton to East Bay Drive in Holmes Beach. Committee members, expressing some relief that McClash backed the revised boat ramp plans, showed enthusiasm.for sprucing up the entry to Holmes Beach, from the ramp to the beach, with a unified theme. The beautification committee also discussed requirements for dedicating trees, the style and cost of plaques for tree memorials, organizing an upcoming seminar and presenting an outdoor movie on Dec. 2. The committee is sponsoring a showing of "It's a Wonderful Life" in the field next to city hall. "We will have a huge cauldron of hot chocolate," said committee chairman Jim Dunne, adding that there would also be chocolate chip cookies for moviegoers. The committee plans to open the concession at 5:30 p.m. and to start the movie at 6:30 p.m. "Everyone, one and all, is welcome," Dunne said. The committee's next meeting is scheduled for Dec. 13. Ralph's newest innovationf... KnOMA* Pitchers of Bud& & x .oody . hquil.. Iise S.erewd iver Millerlite0.ny$7 ; .- :^ - ROTTEN RALPH'S WATERFRONT DINING 902 S. Bay Blvd. Anna Maria LUNCH & DINNER 7 DAYS FULL BAR SERVICE ROTTEN Located at Galati M rina 778-3953 RALPH'SS - G ulf of Mexico a F C ." L A DA : **9 U U -1 I I U I U U I I U I f U I V A' a a a I F I I I U a a a a I a a a- I a I a I a a a I I a I I p I U ,,1 I I I I I I I I I a- In the Nov. 14, 1996, issue of The Islander, headlines announced: Bradenton Beach resident Bob Cooper was credited with saving the lives of two visitors after their car struck an object on Marina Drive in Holmes Beach and plunged into thecity yacht basin. Cooper dove into the water and managed to free the husband and wife from the sinking vehicle, as well as the man's golf clubs. Officials of the Federal Emergency Management Agency scheduled a town meeting in Anna Maria for all Island residents to come and ask questions about FEMA's rules and guidelines for new home construc- tion or repairs of an existing structure. The old Bayshore Fish Co. in Cortez was bought by third-generation Cortez resident John Banyas and renamed the Cortez Bait and Seafood Co. Banyas said he would operate a wholesale and retail fish company from the building, vacant for a number of years. Nov. 5 65 85 0 Nov. 6 66 81 0 Nov. 7 68 76 .20 Nov. 8 70 77' 0 Nov. 9 62 79 0 Nov. 10 58 79 0 Nov. 11 57 78 0 Average Gulf water temperature 780 24-hour rainfall accumulation with r. .rii. ,, ,i ap pr.: ...r rr, .1, We'd love to mail you the news! WVe mail The Islander weekly for a nominal $36 per \ear. It's the per- fect \as to stay in touch ith what's happening on Anna Maria Island. 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BULK MAIL U.S. SUBSCRIPTIONS (allow 2 weeks for delivery) QL One Year: $36 Li 6 Months: $28 L 3 Months: $18 U.S. FIRST CLASS AND CANADIAN SUBSCRIPTIONS L One Year: $140 L 6 Months: $87.50 .3 Months: $52 Li Single Issue: $3.50 FIRST CLASS MAIL, U.S. ONLY, Maximum Four Weeks Call for mail rates to Europe or other countries. MAIL TO: ADDRESS C, STATE ZIP Credit card payment: LL 0 W No Exp. Date Name shown on card: MAIL START DATE: Thef Islander Island Shopping Center 5404 Marina Drive Holmes Beach FL 34217 CHARGE IT BY PHONE: (941) 778-7978 OR ONLINE AT islander.org I p a I I I a a I I a a a 1 1 I I I a a a a a I a a a I a ii a a a a a I a I I I I I I I I I I I II F I, I I a I I a I a m I _~B~BBLeb~Lb~GeQCCQLBellll~ll~~dldl6d~C IrC~~~-~~ae~b~lEIIl~~F~~~Edrd~IIIIII IIII~IIA~lllbl~l~ r r 8 M NOV. 15. 2006 TIHE ISLANDER Veteran Raymond "Mac" McDannold, who served 26 years in the U.S. Navy, waits for the program to start. Later he addressed the audience, encouraging support for the garden and veterans memorial. Islander Photos: Lisa Neff 3. k4 t U! .. )~ ~ ~ ~~~. s ... :--4 ... -,- -' -."- -'i i '-t '.- I .- . The American Legion Kirby Stewart Post 24 honor guard presents the colors during the ceremony sponsored by The Islander. Later there was a 21-gun salute from the rifle detail and a bugler played Taps. L " ;.;.._.. :-. : L IIII L, Mikd Clinesmith, of the American Legion Kirby Stewart Post 24, presents the service flags during the ceremony on Nov. 9. I -~ bf Al rz K, -.. Veteran Don Maloney pays tribute to "the greatest genera- tion" and encourages the audience to honor the newest generation of U.S. heroes. Patches, medals, uniforms and caps decorated veterans at "A Celebration Honoring Our Greatest Generation" last Thursday at the Holmes Beach City Hall Butterfly Park and Veterans Memorial. Islander honors veterans, 'Greatest Generation' An estimated 150 Island veterans and their spouses and family members attended a Veterans Day ceremony Nov. 9 presented by The Islander newspaper at the Holmes Beach Butterfly Park and Veterans Memorial. Many of the World War II veterans whose stories have appeared in The Islander's Greatest Generation columns were on hand for a continen- tal breakfast and some brief remarks by Islander reporter Rick Catlin and former Holmes Beach City Commissioner and ex-Marine Don Maloney. An honor guard from Kirby Stewart Ameri- can Legion Post 24 presented the colors and service flags 'and offered a 21-gun salute along with Taps. Special bound copies of all the Greatest Gen- eration stories that have appeared in The Islander were presented to both the Tingley Memorial Library in Bradenton Beach and the Island branch of the Manatee Public Library in Holmes Beach. Several veterans have asked for a copy of the speech made by Islander reporter Rick Catlin at the Nov. 9 veterans ceremony. While most of the brief speech was done without benefit of any notes, the following has been reconstructed by Catlin to the best of his memory: Heroes By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter For those of you who didn't, know, I'm a U.S. Army veteran. My dad was a World War II veteran in the Army. He fought at a place called Bastogne. I know most of you and have visited and talked with you in your homes. Sadly, you are members of a fraternity that is not accepting new members. Your group will never be bigger than it is today. When I started writing the column, many of you were reluctant to talk to me. You said you didn't do "anything special" in the war. Some of you even wanted to forget your experiences. Many of you, however, have told me things that you never even told your wives. A common thread among all of you was that you didn't really think you had much of a story to tell, that you didn't do anything special and that you weren't a hero. On the contrary, everyone has a story, and 18 million people make up the entire story of World War II. Every story needs to be told, because one day, there won't be anyone left to tell the stories. The Greatest Generation column is our way of honoring the World War II veterans with every story, not just on one or two special days of the year. Each year, we submit the Greatest Genera- tion column to the Florida Press Association for a community service award and each year we're snubbed. But my reward is when a vet calls me and says "thanks for telling my story," or when a vet calls me and gives me the name of another vet. That's my reward. Each and every one of you has said you weren't a hero, but that during the war, you would do any- thing not to let a buddy down. You all said the heroes are still over there. But I submit to you that not all the heroes are still over there. Some of them are sitting right here in front of me. I hope when my time comes and St. Peter shows me the list of everything good I've done in my life, I hope it's not a blank page. I hope that at the top of the list, it will say that I wrote about a group of ordinary -people who became heroes. To all of you who have been gracious enough to invite me into your homes and share your mem- ories, you are my heroes. I salute you. -- THE ISLANDER M NOV. 15, 2006 m 9 Cortez hopes Medusa will fish again By Jim Hanson Islander Reporter .The Medusa will fish again, Cortez is fairly confi- dent, after spending a week on the bottom of the Gulf. of Mexico. Crews have been on the job ever since the 42-foot commercial fisherman was swamped and sunk by a rogue wave 60 miles off Sarasota Tuesday, Nov. 7, with its crew of four and the ship's dog rescued by a U.S. Coast Guard helicopter. The salvage operation has been under way virtually around the clock, first locating the boat with a "bottom machine" used in commercial fishing, checking tlhe damage by divers, inserting heavy air bags in the hull and filling them with air to float the crippled boat, and towing her home for repairs. That's if all goes well. The sea is seldom kind enough to let everything go right, Cortez fishermen pointed out. It didn't go right for the Medusa last week, when a rogue wave piled over the port bow and swamped the boat, leaving the captain and his crew of three and their dog in 10-foot seas, with a strong wind blowing. As the boat filled with water and killed the engine, Capt. Gary Key, 55, radioed a "mayday" distress call as he and his three shipmates abandoned'ship. With the Bra- Unplugged... 11in; ensesu /*n ia ht jt in cqrn,, t arblarinDri-IT hin Ho''/nic & at ha, aN',u45 ani, TM/N,,' ow. a9. 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Marilyn DeSpir to Mj:Tgg : 1;rii, " Byadenton /Ph 941-761-2124 Cell 941-713-9483 denton captain were his son Brian, 20; Hector Melendez, 38, Bradenton; and Shaun Olschewski, Sarasota. And Budweiser, the ship's dog, which the younger Key took with him over the side. The boat, sinking stern-first, dragged the life raft with it, but the raft resurfaced and the men climbed aboard. Melendez said its beacon and flare were loose in the water, but the men managed to salvage them as they floated by. A Coast Guard helicopter followed the Medusa's radar signal and spotted the red flare, the orange raft and finally the men. Mike Gerent, an aviation sur- vival technician, went down at the end of a cable with a rescue basket attached to fish them one by one from the Gulf. He swam to the raft, and the first words Capt. Key spoke were to make sure the dog would be saved, Gerent said. He would be, he assured the skipper. He helped each one of the crew swim from raft to the rescue basket, hauling them in "a cross-chest carry." The captain was last, and Gerent let him carry the dog it is part Labrador and part pit. Key held onto Budweiser as Gerent v, :im both of them back to the waiting basket under the hovering helicopter. By that time the wind had pushed the raft some 75 yards away, but Gerent had no problem with that long final swim. "We stay in pretty good shape," he said. The Medusa is around 30 years old and is owned by the FV Medusa Inc. of Cortez, whose principals are, Calvin Bell and Glenn "Rabbit" Brooks. The boat is uninsured, as are other commercial fishing craft. They can't afford the high insurance rates, said Karen Bell, of A.P. Bell Fish Co., headquarters of the fishing industry there and owner of several lng-line fishing boats. The boat was about halt\ a: through a planned t( n- week long-line trip and had L00 to 1,000 pounds of grouper aboard. Pickett Reynolds and his grouper boat "Karen" were first at the scene from the historic fishing' \ illace. and found the Medusa's lishing gear on the bottom about 175 feet down, Gre\ BoN% man, of the Bowman firm that does much of the :ail a- nLe in the area, is directing the di% ing and salvaging operation..., Several air bags, are .-in hand in the village, Bell said, but they haven't been used or tested for several years and "\\e will probably\ have to get some newer ones." ...... 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Harbor Dr., Holmes Beach Put your feet to the street for Pete Friends of Holmes Beach Police Officer Pete Lannon are planning a walk-a-thon in conjunction with the Holmes Beach Police Department to raise funds for the family as Lannon battles pancreatic cancer. The walk is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m., with participants gathering at 9:30 a.m. at Bayfront Park in Anna Maria City Saturday, Nov. 18. The three-mile walk will finish in Holmes Beach at the Anna Maria Elementary School, where Lannon has served for more than five years as the school's resource officer. Pledge sheets for participants are available at AME and Holmes Beach City Hall. Everyone who raises a minimum. of $30 in pledges will receive a walk-a-thon T-shirt. The unique shirt design of "Super Pete" will include the names of event sponsors on the backside. There will be water stations available along the walk- ing route and refreshments will be served at the school. Funds raised by the walk will be managed by the Bay of Dreams Inc., a new non-profit organization started to help people in times of crises, and designated for use by the Lannon family, said event coordinator Julie Krokroskia. Donations made by check should be payable to Bay of Dreams Inc. For more information call Chris Hanula at HBPD, 708-5804, or Krokroskia at 778-5447.1 Friends plan library lecture series The schedule for the Friends of the Island Library's 2006-07 lecture series covers a lot of ground, from inner peace to Middle East war, from baseball to off-Broadway. The lecture series was to kick off this week with two presentations on Tuesday by Dr. David Mullen, a clini- cal psychologist scheduled to speak on "Happiness: New Light and Old Truths" at the library, 5701 Marina Drive. The schedule continues: Dec. 12, 10:30 a.m. Barbara Knode, a former chair of the Asolo Guild and Play Readers and an actress who trained in Ne%\ York and performed in a number of off-Broadway productions. Jan. 9, 2007, 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. James McCartney, a former Washington, D.C., correspondent and lecturer who plans to talk about "Iraq and Beyond: Can America Rule the World?" Feb. 13, 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Dr. John Mellon, a literary critic and retired professor who plans to talk about Philip Roth's "Everyman." March 13, 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Jeff LaHurd, an author and lecturer who plans to talk about his book, "Spring Training in Sarasota, 1924-1960." April 10, 10:30 a.m. Suzi Fox, the Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch director who plans to talk about "16 years of nesting data on Anna Maria Island." In other news, the library will host a party for Marian Humphrey, who is retiring after 32 years of library service. The party takes place from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16, at the library. Also, the library hosts weekly family story times at 10 a.m. Tuesday, monthly book club discussions at 10:15 a.m. on the second Wednesdays and an annual book sale, presented by the Friends. The next sale is Feb. 3,2007. For more information about the lecture series or Friends of the Island Library, call 778-6341.. Cleanup for Lannon Island teens and members of the Holmes Beach Police Department teamed up to wash cars "for Pete" recently at Holmes Beach City Hall. The money raised went to a fund to help HBPD Officer Pete Lannon during his leave from the department to do battle with cancer. Islander Photo: Bonner Joy 'Autumn' concert to open season By Jim Hanson Islander Reporter The 2006-07 concert season will open on the Island Sunday, Nov. 19, with a "Celebration of Autumn" at the Island Baptist Church, 8605 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Alfred Gershfeld will direct, as he has virtually every concert since the musical aggregation was formed in 1993. He travels from Miami, where he is professor of conducting and director of orchestras at the New World School of the Arts. He relies on the newly appointed assistant conductor, Jon Megendanz, to rehearse the orchestra in his absence and on the chorus director to prepare the chorus James W. Johnson, music director of the First United Methodist Church in Bradenton, is guest director for this concert. The program "will showcase the talents of its mem- bers recruited from the greater Bradenton and Sarasota area, some coming from as far away as Tampa and Nokomis," said a spokesperson. Organist Robert Winslow will perform Bach's Fan- tasia and Fugue in G minor and, with the orchestra, Handels Organ Concerto No. 4. Tenors Bill Kelley and David Kesler, bass Ber- nard Hahmke, sopranos Ruth Danielle and Jeanne Larranaga, and alto Martha Di Palma will be soloists joining the chorus and orchestra in Bach's Cantata No. 192, and selections from _Mozart's Coronation Mass. The orchestra will perform Nlozart's Symphony No. 25 in G minor. Tickets at $15 and season tickets may be purchased in advance-by calling 778-1217 or next week at the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce office, 5313 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. EarthBox talk Nov. 16 EarthBoxes will be explained by their creator when the Island Garden Club meets at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16, at the Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Blake Whisenant will discuss his EarthBoxes, which he manufactures and markets in Ellenton and worldwide on the Internet. A potluck dinner will be served. Further information may be obtained by calling 778-1063. C - 6.- Ecumenical thanks, food for holiday In the two traditional main Thanksgiving events on the Island, the annual ecumenical Thanksgiving service this year will be at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach, and Island Baptist Church will have its annual community meal for every- one on the Island. The ecumenical service will be at 7 p.m. Wednes- day, Nov. 22, sponsored by All Island Denomina- tions, the organization of nearly all the churches on Anna Maria. A special choir will provide music and a special presentation of the offering is on the program, with refreshments in the parish hall after the worship service. Island Baptist's annual all-Island dinner will be at 1 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 23, at the church, 8605 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. It is free to everyone and the entire Island is invited, along with guests of the day, but to make it easy on everyone the church asks that space be reserved by calling 778-0719 so the servers kno%% what to expect. Two Thanksgiving food drives are planned, one at St. Bernard in conjunction with the ecumenical ser- vice, and the other at Island Mail & More, 3230 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach. For the St. Bernard drive, sponsors ask that those attending briin,2 nonperishable food item to the church. Island Mail & IMore \\ill recei% e nonperishable items all week and beyond, to replenish the shelves of the Nation's Food Bank Network. Last year the business collected 50 pounds of food for the cause. Further infor- mation on that collection may be obtained by calling Sue Normand at 778-1911. Island churches to celebrate open house After going to houses of worship.on Sunday, Nov. 18, some members of Anna Maria Island congregations will go to an open house of a different sort. The open house will take place in the Village of the Palms, the Manatee County.Habitat for Humanity neighborhood in Palmetto. At 2 p.m. Nov. 18, Habitat will celebrate the dedication of a new four-bedroom home sponsored by the churches of Anna Maria Island. The churches- supported the project with money and teams of house- building volunteers. The home, located in the 500 block of 11th Street Drive West in Palmetto. will be owned by Brenda Posada and her family. Habitat for Humanity International is a non- profit, ecumenical, Christian housing ministry. The- organization's stated mission is to eliminate pov- erty housing and homelessness from the world, and to make decent shelter a matter of conscience and action." .. For more general information about Habitat, go to www.habitat.org. For information about local Habitat projects, go to www.manatee-hfh.org. - Museum presents handbags and history Volunteers Penny and Bill "'Web" Webster survey an antique handbag collection at the Anna Maria Island Historical Museum, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Carol Ballmann loaned the collection for display through Dec. 31. The museum also features a "Florida Kitsch" display of tacky tourist collect- ibles. Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesdays through Saturdays. For more information, call 778- 0492. Islander Photo: Lisa Neff Roser's 'season' begins with brunching, browsing By Lisa Neff Islander Reporter The "high season" officially opened on Saturday for Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., where dozens of diners gathered for a gut-busting breakfast of pancakes, biscuits, sausage, eggs, orange juice and coffee. The gathering included yearlong residents as well as vacationers and seasonal visitors newly arrived from up north, out west and across the Atlantic. The Rev. Gary Batey, Roser pastor, said the brunch served as a trial for a larger event typically held in January. Accents revealed the origins of some waiting in line for pancakes to brown on the gridle. References to hotcakes, griddlecakes, flapjacks, girdle cakes, drop scones, pikelets and pfannkuche revealed the back- grounds of others. "Pancakes are dessert in Britain," said Keith Chris- tie, of London. "It's tradition to have them on Shrove Tuesday," he said, referring to Fat Tuesday and the custom of using up the last of fatty and rich foods before lent. "That's where our pancake day comes from." Across the street from the hall, in the church park- ing lot adjacent to the thrift shop, browsers found an assortment of curiosities, oddities and necessities. Rich Miller eyed a golf putter, dimpled and tar- nished bui straight and nicely weighted. Daughter Samantha Miller looked with some dis- pleasure at the music collections. "Who's this?"- she asked her dad, pointing toward a faded album cover featuring Blood. Sweat and Tears. Melinda Thomas, of Holmes Beach, searched for a heavy coffee mug. "I like to change my mug about every three months,"' she said. "And I never buy new. I like a good old-fashioned mug." She found one, with an image of a pelican flying intqc an range sun. "You got to love it," she said, reach- ing into her purse for some change. THE ISLANDER 0 NOV. 15, 2006 0 11 5347 Gulf Dr. #6 SHolmes Beach Holmes Business Center G LLS T ORE (across from the Island Animal Clinic) 779-9594 Pawsitively Pets & Property Services Inc. P.O. Box 265, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217 Quality Pet Sitting Bonded Insured 761-7511 tters INTERNATIONAL Profe55iomal Nail Care & Spa Sr 5HDPPE5 OF PARADISE BAY f 7342 Cortez Rd. W., Bradenton 1794-8888 Saittoj 9 W -esolutio, i JOIN NOW ORest of the year FREE 5366Guir Dri'e. 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The event, in the church's fellowship hall, coincided with a yard sale at the thrift store. Islander Photo: Lisa Neff 12 0 NOV. 15, 2006 E THE ISLANDER .' Wednesday, Nov. 15 9 to 11 a.m. Audubon Society tour with master birder John Ginaven at Emerson Point Preserve in Palmetto. Res- ervations: 748-4501, ext. 3654. Noon Anna Maria Island Garden Club presents "Holiday Floral Design" with guest speaker Birgit Sester- henn, owner of Island Florist, at Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-2607. 1 to 3 p.m. Anna Maria Island Community Center Sit 'n' Knit with instructor Barbara Hines at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-1908. Fee applies. 5 p.m. Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce busi- ness card exchange at A Paradise Realty, 5201 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-1541. 5 to 6 p.m. Sand-sculpting clinic at the BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 795-8272. Thursday, Nov. 16 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Anna Maria Island Community Center groundbreaking ceremony, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-1908. 4 to 6 p.m. Marian Humphrey's retirement party at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-6341. 5 to 6 p.m. Sand-sculpting clinic at the BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 795-8272. 6 p.m. Island Garden Club potluck dinner with guest speaker Blake Whisenant, Earth Box creator, at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Informa- tion: 778-1063. 7:30 p.m.- Audubon Society meeting with guest speaker Bob Taylor from the Polk Country Sierra Club at First Presby- terian Church, 1402 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton. Information: 758-2929. Friday, Nov. 17 1 to 2 p.m. Family Caregiver support group at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 747-4655. 5 to 6 p.m. Sand-sculpting clinic at the BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 795-8272. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. "Art and Attic" sale at the Artists Guild Gal- lery, 5414 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-6694. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Keep Manatee Beautiful Sandblast competition at the BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 795-8272. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Holiday Bazaar at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-3224. Sunday, Nov. 19 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Holiday Bazaar at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-3224. Monday, Nov. 20 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Basic stained-glass class with Sandy French at the Anna Maria Island Art League, 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach. Information: 778-2099. Fee applies. Noon Anna Maria Island Democratic Club presents "Election Results: What's Ahead?" with guest Henry Raines at the BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information:761-4098. 6 to 8 p.m. Black-and-white photography class with Chris Galanopoulos 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. Ber- nard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-4769. Tuesday, Nov. 21 10 a.m. to noon Introduction to oil painting with Bill Jerdon at the Anna Maria Island Art League, 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach. Information: 778-2099. Fee applies. Noon Anna Maria Island Rotary Club meeting with speaker Rotarian Don Thomas at the BeachHouse Restaurant, Phvllis Locke left. and Peggy Potter of the Episco- Saturday, Nov. 18 --- GufD 7:15 a.m. Audubon Society field trip to Myakka State pal Church of the Annunciation at 4408 Gulf Drive Park departing from the Bradenton Main Post Office, 824 in Holmes Beach have been busy in recent weeks Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton. Bring lunch. Information: 376- stirring and preparing jars of homemade pickles and 0118:30 a.m. Kiwanis Club meeting with guest speaker jams that will be featured at the annual Holly Berry Josie Lund, Guardian Ad-Litem, at Cafe on the Beach, Mana- Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 18 at the church. tee Public Beach, 4700 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Other items at the b-a:air will include-hand crafted 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Holly Berry Bazaar at the Episcopal gifts and ornaments, decorations, jewelry andplants. Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. oa ts - Information: 778-1638. Islander Photo: Courtesy Terry Hussey King Middle dedication ceremony Wednesday Manatee County School Board members and Superintendent Roger Dearing will be special guests at Martha B. King Middle School Wednesday, Nov. 15, when the school holds its official dedication ceremony. The ceremony will begin at 6 p.m. The former King building was demolished and replaced with a new complex of five buildings, cov- ering 159,184 square feet. The new school, which was completed on time and within budget, was built to accommodate 1,154 student stations. King is located at 600 75th St. N.W., Bradenton. For more information, contact King Principal Joseph Stokes at 798-6820. 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 350-4326. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Basic drawing with Bill Jerdon at the Anna Maria Island Art League, 5313 Holmes Blvd-, Holmes. Beach. Information: 778-2099. Fee applies. 4 to 6 p.m. -Youth creative arts class for ages 5 to 12 at the Anna Maria Island Art League, 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach. Information: 778-2099. Fee applies. Wednesday, Nov. 22 7 p.m. All Island Denominations Thanksgiving Eve Ecumenical Service at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-4769. Ongoing: 'The Odd Couple" directed by Preston Boyd at the Man- atee Players Riverfront Theatre, 102 Old Main St., Bradenton, through Nov. 25. Information: 748-5875. Fee applies. '"The Odd Couple" (female version) at the Manatee Play- ers Riverfront Theatre, 102 Old Main St., Bradenton, through Nov. 26. Information: 748-5875. Fee applies. Sandi Nowicki art exhibit at the Artists Guild Gallery, 5413 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, through Nov. 30. Coming up: Thanksgiving dinner at Roser Memorial Community Church Nov. 23. Thanksgiving dinrier at Island Baptist Church Nov. 23. Holiday open house at Anna Maria Island Historical Museum Nov. 24. Anna Maria City Holiday season kick-off Nov. 24-26. Festival of,Trees at the Crosley Estate Nov. 29-Dec. 7. Save the Date: Island Players "Breaking Legs" Nov. 30-Dec. 10. Downtown Holmes Beach Holiday open house Dec. 1. Snowfest holiday celebration at Bradenton Preparatory Academy Dec. 8. Anna Maria Island Rotary Club Casino Night Jan. 27. Business woman of the year TheFl annual "Buiness Person of the Year" award by thei Rotary Club f .Anna Maria Island was announced at the clumilber's NAov. 6 banquet and the winner is Ba'rbara R,.'dock o"rof BridgeWalk, Sun House Restau- rant atidI \ iiij agar in Bradenton Beach. Rodocker's lengthy list ,l'fuisin'es successes, includes opening ' Silver Sands motel in 1972 and the Silver Surf motel in 1984. Pictured with Rodocker, left, are Mark Davis, John Litchkowcc of Rotary and Mary Ann Brockman. And The Islander's Ambrose again named chamber 'Ambassador of the Year' Nancy Ambrose, The Islander advertising sales representa- tive, accepts the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce's Ambassador of the Year award for the third consecutive year from chamber director Kathleen Georg and executive director Mary Ann Brockman. I i;lcthI st less tc%~arIdc:'.A han it I at 'rathovi'inBank. hist ,,, nt (71Z. hom lulci, DanidIip 1 ~ic. Ron Iut/t :c.. Fit wk Lee. hidi Lihc. Rcbu ca Gccn'.Qc. Doric'nit Ru w1. Cnat/v huttlull1. Pat Hiutm'and Bill Jciia. na, all 'i/i Awk. F/it ouionbo hi' ,i ,u S',1a'd .u.'hcoweis o-i. 'lictdldedtor ',.mju. I N-t-Wa ' 15. Lit A PFlladiw cRea/r.i. 2v''1vInt Div,i. Holmint 8w I I THE ISLANDER 0 NOV. 15, 2006 0 13 GSR, Bon Eau negotiate compromise, seek absolution By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter The controversial bankruptcy of GSR Development LLC just got a little more controversial and complicated. In a court-ordered mediation agreement between GSR and Bon Eau Enterprises LLC that was supposed to include the unsecured creditors committee of GSR - but didn't GSR and Bon Eau claim they've patched up their differences and are asking Federal Bankruptcy Court Judge K. Rodney May to forgive any possible wrong-doing and hold them harmless. The two parties reached the compromise last week on a "controversy" between them and asked May to find that "there is no fraud, usury, theft, disguised financ- ing, fraudulent transfer or other wrongdoing" in the financial agreement between the two parties signed in August 2005 regarding GSR's Villa Rosa property in Anna Maria. The creditors committee refused to go along with the mediation agreement. Attorney John Anthony, representing the unsecured creditors committee, claimed in his objection to the mediation agreement that the $6.5 million Bon Eau gave GSR for the Villa Rosa property was a disguised loan, usurious under Florida law and a "criminal" action. The deal does nothing more than give Bon Eau a $12 million property for $6.5 million, he alleged. The GSR-Bon Eau mediation agreement also asks May to approve an auction sale of the lots at Villa Rosa that would reduce the total asking price of all the lots combined from $11.5 million to $7.6 million, exclusive of Lot 14, which will be auctioned separately. Villa Rosa's model home, which is not yet ready for occu- pancy and needs an additional $500,000 to $800,000 of work to complete, is on Lot 14. GSR has proposed to auction of Lot 14 at a mini- mum price of $1.5 million, despite a contract with NBA player Theo Ratliff of the Boston Celtics to buy the house and land for $2.5 million. GSR has claimed that any monies remaining after all Villa Rosa lots are sold and all liens and mortgages are satisfied, including Bon Eau, should go. to the com- pany as operating capital and not be distributed among the unsecured creditors. Not so fast, said Anthony. The committee doesn't agree to the compromise and Bon Eau doesn't deserve a penny. In addition, selling all the Villa Rosa lots at the bargain basement prices in the new mediation agree- ment will only net $7.68 million, leaving $3.8 million in uncollected equity, money that could be used for the benefit of the unsecured creditors. And the $7.68 million is just about what Bon Eau claims GSR owes in princi- pal and interest under the August 2005 agreement. Anthony reiterated the committee's claim that the "choice of documentation" in the Bon Eau-GSR finan- cial transaction "is consistent with deliberately conceal- ing the usurious nature of the loan," and is "criminal" by its action. "The committee cannot support the compromise," ' he said. Doing so would compound the already "improper conduct" that has already taken place in the Bon Eau- GSR arrangement by forgiving Bon Eau's usurious actions and requiring GSR to pay the original terms of the transaction. Bon Eau should not be excused from "liability for having received a fraudulent transfer." Bon Eau is "liable to the estate and should not be released or paid any money." The creditors would be far better off if the court required GSR to sell the properties and retain the pro- ceeds for distribution under a confirmed plan of reor- ganization, he claimed. GSR listed approximately $33 million in debts when it filed for bankruptcy in July. Of that, about $6 Reader spies stolen gate Bradenton resident Stuart Erbe was. taking his. morning walk across the Manatee Avenue Bridge \ hen- he spied an octopus that didn't belong in the water a $3,000 steel octopus gate. Erbe recalled The Islander article in the Nov. 1 issue that featured a photo of an octopus gate that had been stolen from a location on Bridge Street earlier this year. Although an arrest \as made Oct. 17, the gate had not yet been recovered. Erbe called Bradenton Beach Police Det. Lenard Diaz, who identified the 250-pound gate lying in the water near the sea wall as the one stolen. Diaz said the gate could not have been there \ cery long a month at most. "There was some rust on the gate, but it clearly hasn't been there since April when the theft occurred." Diaz enlisted the help of Bradenton Beach Public Works to lift the gate out of the water and transport.it back to the police station. Fred Bartizal, who owns the gate, was reportedly very happy about the recovery and the case is officially closed. Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, ELCA Pastor Rosemary W. Backer vi Saiurcay 5pm Service of Celebration $unday 8 & 10:30am Worship Service Nursery available at 10:30am i Youth Sunday School 10:30am .I rdIIU__ _.lO Iheran corn 6608 Marina Drive i Holmes Beach 778-1813 million is in unsecured claims, primarily owed to pri- vate individuals, including several Island residents. Among a host of other objectives, the unsecured credi- tors committee wants all GSR properties to be sold at auction to the highest bidder, not just the Villa Rosa properties. May heard the compromise motion along with the committee's objections on Nov. 8, but had not made a ruling by Nov. 12. Extension requested Faced with a Nov. 13 deadline to provide the federal bankruptcy court with a reorganization plan along with a full financial disclosure statement, GSR filed for an extension of the deadline last week to Jan. 9, 2007. GSR attorney Richard Prosser said in his motion that although newly hired chief restructuring manager William Maloney has made "significant progress" in preparing the documents, he needs "additional time to analyze the facts and circumstances" of this case. Judge K. Rodney May had not made a ruling in the motion by press deadline. Island real estate sales 526 Kumquat Drive, Anna Maria, a 2480 sfla / 3817 sfur 3bed/22bath/4car canalfront pool home built in 2000 on a 79x126 lot was sold 10/27/06,, Valadie to UNKNOWN for $1,135,000; list $1,299,500. 108 Gull Drive, Anna Maria, a vacant canalfront 75x100 lot was sold 10/23/06, Smoyer to Gryboski for $460,000; list $475,000. 408 Clark Drive, Holmes Beach, a 1,406 sfla/ 1,686 sfur 2bed/2bath/lcar home with deeded boat slip built in 1957 on a 90x100 lot was sold 10/27/06, Morgan to UNKNOWN for $415,000; list $425,000.. 6602 Holmes .Blvd, Holmes Beach, a 1,432 sfla / 1,646 sfur 3bed/2bath duplex built in 1970 on a 77x98 lot was sold 10/24/06, Moroney to UNKNOWN for $375,000; list $475,000. 2601 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach, a 876 sfur 2bed/lbath mobile home built in 1952 was sold 10/17/06, Sullivan to Gerhart for $145,199; list $159,900. Jesse Brisson, broker/associate at Gulf-Bay Realty of Anna Maria, can be reached at (941) 713-4755 direct, or at Gulf-Bay (941) 778-7244. Current Island real estate transactions may also be viewed online at www.islander.org. Copyright 2006. AN INTERDENOMINATIONAL COMMUNITY CHURCH HARVEY MEMORIAL PASTOR STEPHEN KING 2 ^ "Sunday 9:30am 779-1912 www.harveymemorial.org 300 CHURCH AVE. BRADENTON BEACH 2 BLOCKS NORTH OF BRIDGE ST. CLOCK TOWER YOU'LL BE TICKLED PINK When you see all our great NEW merchandise "Dee and Dori are just back from five gift shows Beach V fashions and Perfect Beach Shedding Dresses Beach Shoes and Sandals Art Gla.ss Turquoise Jewelry Fashion jewelry Hanging glass COLLECTIBLE DOLLS "Tropical Bugs Need A Tropical Service" CALL US FOR A FREE ESTIMATE Beaches Bradenton Sarasota Parrish 778-1337 794-1005 365-2893 776-0779 Full Service Exteriorand Interior Now Accepting Visa ! r- and Mastercard - Island Pest Control Inc. SERVING THE ISLANDS MORE THAN 20 YEARS -State Certified/Licensed and Insured Locally owned and operated 14 M NOV. 15, 2006 0 THE ISLANDER Insurance: New homestead requirement hits Islanders By Molly McCartney Islander Reporter Get ready to learn about another new twist in the way you might or might not obtain wind insur- ance from Citizens Property Insurance Corp., the state's insurer of last resort. This one breaks down residential property owners into those who have a homestead exemption and those who don't. A homestead exemption amounts to a $25,000 credit toward the property tax on the appraised value of residential property and to earn the credit, owners must certify that the residence is their primary residence - no rentals allowed. Nearly two-thirds of the residential property owners on Anna Maria Island may be affected. Island resident Dale de Haan and others like him are receiving letters from Citizens telling them that they are no longer automatically eligible for wind coverage from Citizens because their properties are not owner occupied or homesteaded. What's more, the non-homestead property owner who is able to obtain Citizens will be subject to higher premiums than the homesteaded property owner. "It is outrageous," said de Haan, who owns a one- bedroom unit at Water's Edge condominium, 5806 Gulf Drive, and has wind insurance on his contents through Citizens. That unit does not qualify for the homestead exemption because he and his wife Ruth reside at West- bay Cove condominium,. 600 Manatee Ave., Holmes Beach. Their Water's Edge unit is utilized by other family members and visitors and is rented seasonally. The new Citizens homestead requirement is par- ticularly ominous for Anna Maria Island, where nearly two-thirds of the residential property are designated as non-homestead by the county property appraiser. The non-homestead properties typically include second homes, vacation homes and investment proper- ties that are offered for short-term rentals an impor- tant part of the local tourist economy. "But in the whole big picture of insurance, this is goof\ ... and discriminatory," de Haan said. " Citizens has sent out about 400,000 letters to poli- cyholders like the de Haans, notifying them that their properties do not meet the homestead exempt require- ments and that they may not be eligible for homeowner's coverage on their contents from Citizens in the future. A non-homestead property owner may still qualify for Citizens, but only if his insurance agent can't find any other authorized insurer for the property. Citizens is the insurer of "last resort." But non-homestead property owners who end up qualifying for Citizens are going to be "subject to addi- tional policyholder assessments," the letters warn. The new homestead requirement is the result of a recent state law aimed at protecting full-time homestead proper. owners from future surcharges by Citizens, according to Rep. Donald Brown, a member of Gov. Jeb Bush's Prop- erty and Casualtx Insurance Reform Committee. In the minutes of the committee's Sept. 21 meeting. Brown is quoted as saying that. the philosophy of the Legislature was to "assess non-homestead risks first in the e\ ent of a deficit before homestead risks would be'assessed, in an attempt to help homestead property owners.absorb fewer assessments." Citizens, the state's largest insurer;.has 1.3 million police\ holders and it had a $1.7 billion deficit from 2005 losses, mostly from hurricane damage. To help reduce the deficit, the Legislature gave Citizens about $750 million in surplus tax dollars. Citizens then sought to cover the balance of the deficit by adding a 2.5 percent surcharge to the insurance premium of all state property owners. "We have never required a homestead before," said Citizens spokesman Rock) Scott. He said Citizens has been struggling to establish a data base that w\buld make it possible for the agency\ to comply \ ith the ne"\ la%\. The law requiring Citizens to distinguish between homestead and non-honiestead properties was approved earlier this year by the Republican-controlled Legislature the same officials that defeated the amendment pro- posed by Rep. Bill Galvano to examine the state-desig- nated wind pool for Mlanatee County and other areas. Gal\ano's amendment would-have made-it pos- sible for man\ of Anna Maria Island's small businesses, churches and other non-residential property owners to obtain wind insurance from Citizens at more affordable prices. It was defeated in the house vote 57-56.: Island properties by city, homestead CITY RESIDENTIAL TYPE Anna Maria City Bradenton Beach Holmes Beach Condominium Duplex Single Family Condominium Duplex Single Family Condominium Duplex Single Family Totals HOMESTEAD PARCELS 8 30 603 104 49 115 320 94 885 2,208 NON-HOMESTEAD- PARCELS 51 79 543 858 88 128 1033 277 638 3,695 TOTAL PARCELS 59 109 1146 962 137 243 1353 371 1523 5,903 Source: Manatee County Property Appraiser, November 2006 This chart shows only about 37 percent slightly more than one-third of the residential property on Anna Maria Island has homestead status and is eligible to keep its wind coverage from Citizens Property Insurance Corp. under a newly enacted state law. Insurance reform report available online The governor's insurance reform committee is scheduled to meet in Tallahassee Wednesda\. Nov. 15. to finalize their recommendations- to mend the state's broken property\ insurance s\ stem. In establishing the committee, Gov. Jeb Bush asked for ideas to "impro \e competition'and create incentives for private insurance and rein- surance in the areas'of residential, commercial. manulfacttred homes, condominiumns.'apartments. and go\ eminent entities." He also asked for \\ a\ s to depopulate Citizenr- Property Insurance Corp.. the state's insurer of last resort, and suggestions on hlo" to encourage horneoi tners and businesses to strengthen their homes. The committee has responded with a 115-page report intended to help the governor and the state Legislature focus on specific actions. To see the committee's report, go to www.myfloridainsuran- cereform.com and click "Interim Report." Bush signed the state legislation containing the new homestead provision for Citizens in May to take effect, March 1, 2007, for new and renewal policies issued by Citizens. The letters sent to policyholders like the de Haans say that if their property does have homestead status, they must complete and sign a special homestead status form, and mail it to their agent. The agent is supposed to keep the form on file in his office. In addition to the letters to policyholders, Citizens has sent out thousands of technical bulletins to insur- ance agents. The bulletins describe the new homestead law, the timeline for its implementation and a list of questions and ans\ ers for agents to use in.responding to- policyholders. Here is one excerpt from that bulletin: "What will be the effect on eligibility and assessment through Citizens of having a non-homestead property?, "Effective March 007, non-homestead property is not eligible for coverage ,with Citizens and is not eli- gible for renewal unless the operty owner provides us with a sworn affidavit stating that the agent has made his or her best effort to obtain coveragetnd that the property %--- has been rejected for coverage by at least one authorized, insurer and at least three surplus-lines insurers. "If a deficit is incurred, the Citizens' board of gov- ernors shall levy an immediate assessment against the premium of each non-homestead property policyholder, up to 10 percent of the premium. If this assessment is insufficient to eliminate the deficit, the board of gov- ernors shall levy an additional assessment against all policyholders, up to 10 percent of the premium." In its bulletin, Citizens defines homestead property as including the following: Property that has been granted a homestead exemption in keeping with state law. Any county, district or municipal hospital. "Commercial lines residential property," which insurance experts translate to mean residential condo- minium buildings. The eligibility of a residential condo unit owner for homeowners or content coverage from Citizens would depend on whether that person has homestead status for that unit's address. The new homestead requirement for Citizens insur- ance places an additional burden on thousands of Anna Maria Island property owners. Of the 5,903 residential parcels of condos; duplexes and single-family homes on the Island, only 2,208, or about 37 percent, have homestead status, according to the Manatee County Property Appraiser, based on the agency's latest statistics. The county says that 3,695, or nearly two-thirds, are non-homestead residential properties. Of the three cities on the Island, Bradenton Beach has the lowest percentage of residential homesteaded. properties. Only 19 percent of its 1,3422 residential properties are homestead, compared to 40 percent for Holmes Beach and 48 percent for the City of Anna Maria. De Haan argues that the owners of second "or third homes typically rent them for at least-a portion of the year and "are, in a sense, small business people who have invested in the community and should not be penalized by this homestead requirement." He said that the non-homestead property owners are part of the local economy. The "whole homestead thing is some kind of game," he said. "It is very confusing and it is why people are throwing up their hands." Dale de Haan, owner of a unit at Water's Edge condo- inium, is holding a letter fiult Citizens Property Insurance Corp. telling him that the wind coverage on his munit's contents won't be -automatically renewed in ithe.itfure-becausethe unit does not have homestead status. Islander Photo: Mollyv McCartney Streetlife Island police reports Anna Maria City Nov. 6, 800 block of North Shore Drive, theft. A woman reported that a large number of morphine tab- lets, two credit cards and checks were stolen. Nov. 8, 200 block of Gladiolus Street, information. A man reported losing his cell phone. Bradenton Beach Nov. 2, 1906 Gulf Drive N., Coquina Beach Club, information. Officers responded to an abandoned 911 call, arriving at the scene to find a disturbance in prog- ress. A woman stated she was battered by a man that she and her boyfriend had both been staying with in his apartment. An argument started when the resident asked the guests to find another place to stay. Nov. 4, 300 block of Gulf Drive N., drug arrest. Robert Hutchins, 30, of Sarasota, was arrested for possession of nine grams of marijuana after an officer stopped him for a traffic violation. Nov. 6, 300 block of Bay Drive South, warrant arrest. An Anna Maria resident was arrested on an "ankle bracelet warrant" when he entered Bradenton Beach. Holmes Beach Nov. 4, 100 block of 46th Street, drug arrest. Rich- ard Benuche, 62, was arrested for possession of mari- juana by an officer patrolling the beach access. Accord- ing to the report, the officer saw the man sitting on a bench smoking a marijuana pipe. Benuche filled out a voluntary affidavit and was given a notice to appear. Nov. 6, 3900 E. Bay Drive, Publix, forgery. A customer used a forged $20 bill to pay for items. The person stated the bill had been among the cash back received at another business. Nov. 6, 5318 Marina Drive, Sportfish Grill, suspi- cious incident. A man reported that he became "very ill" the day after he ate at the restaurant. Nov. 8, 3200 block of Gulf Drive, driver's license. A man was arrested for driving with a suspended license. .He was also given a ticket for careless driving. Nov. 8, 5410 Marina Drive, D.Coy Ducks, domes- tic disturbance. A woman reportedly backed her vehicle into the path of her ex-boyfriend, knocking him to the ground. According to the report, the ex-boyfriend was in violation of an injunction that states he cannot be within 500 feet of the woman or 100 feet of her vehicle. The woman was reportedly trying to leave the bar after the man arrived, they had an argument and a witness told police the ex-boyfriend ran behind the car as she pulled away. Nov. 9, 5100 block of Gulf Drive, criminal mis- chief. The tops of two convertible cars were reportedly slashed. Rotary Club defines 'service' By Lisa Neff Islander Reporter The Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island helped third- graders learn the definition of "service" last week. Club members Jeff Cappello and David Zaccagnino helped define "service" when they distributed paper- back editions of "A Student's Dictionary" in three class- rooms at the school on Nov. 9. The club also delivered dictionaries to Jesse P. Miller and Freedom elementary schools, said Zac- cagnino, a Holmes Beach city commissioner. "It's just our way of giving back," said Cappello. "It's really been a very successful program and now it's a tradition, a November tradition," said AME's Cindi Harrison. The club has handed out dictionaries, paid for with grant money from the Rotary Foundation, for the past five years. This year the club distributed 316 diction- aries at the three schools, including 54 at AME, said Pamela Schlueter, club vice president. In AME teacher Deborah Thomas' classroom, Cappello and Zaccagnino distributed the dictionaries, including a couple of Spanish-language editions. Then the Rotarians reviewed with the students the meaning of several select words, including "loyalty" and "fair." "There's a ton of great stuff in these dictionaries," Cappello told the class. The club decided to provide the dictionaries to third-grade students hoping to prepare them for future FCAT writing and reading exams. I. + K Rotarian earns honor Island resident Patti Bishop, right, has received charter membership into the Rotary District 6960 Paul Harris Society. A member ofithe Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island, Bishop received her recognition plaque from the club's vice president, Pam Schlueter. Bishop is a director on the club's board and is its chairpersonfor international service. To qualify for membership in the society, Bishop committed to donating $1,000 a year to the Rotary Foun- dation to advance peace and goodwill. Locally, Rotary Foundation money has been used to support the Rotary Reader Patch Club at Anna Maria Elementary School. THE ISLANDER NOV. 15, 2006 E 15 Obituaries Edith 'Pearl' DeGarmo Edith '"Pearl" DeGarmo, 47, of Bradenton Beach, died Oct. 28. Ms. DeGarmo was born in Prince George County, Md. Private services will be held - at a later date. She is survived by son Denis I Short Jr. of Tampa; sisters Tina Grooms, Pauline Chesner and Cheryl of Bradenton Beach and DeGarmo Liz Barnes of Bradenton; brother Robert Cockrell of Bradenton; and best friends Erick Bohn and Rick Stewart. Ralph Byron Koch Ralph Byron Koch, 93, of Bradenton, died Nov. 7. Born in Indiana Harbor, Ind., Mr. Koch moved to Manatee County from Chicago, Ill., in 1973. He was a retired printer with R.R. Donnelly's, where he worked for 43 years. He was a member of Island Baptist Church. Memorial services were Nov. 11 at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to Tidewell Hos- pice and Palliative Care, 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota FL 34239, or the Alzheimer's Association. Manasota Memo- rial Funeral Home was in- charge of arrangements. He is survived by Evangeline "Vangie," his wife of 68 years; daughters Judy Duncan of Anna Maria, Dr. Sallie Lau of Bradenton; grandchildren Darcie Duncan of Holmes Beach, Troy Frystak, Chiang Mai, Thailand, Tanya Frystak, Kaneohe, Hawaii, and Melissa Rack of Knoxville. Tenn.; and great-grandchildren Kaipo Kiaaina, Jade Rack, Caleb Rack and Sawyer Frystak. A Taw MeNU Monday, Nov. 20 Breakfast: Breakfast Pizza, Yogurt, Cereal, Toast, Fruit Lunch: Ravioli or Popcorn Chicken, Tator Tots, Peas, Peaches Tuesday, Nov. 21 Breakfast: Egg and Cheese Biscuit. Cereal, Toast, Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich, Fruit Lunch: Hamburger Gravy or Grilled Chicken Patty Sandwich, Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli with Cheese, Juice Bar Juice and milk are served with every meal. 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Aquilina Fax: 941-795-3882 Vice President 1-877-COASTFL Branch Manager www.coastfl.com eaquilina@coastfl.com NASDAO: CFHI h 18 0 NOV. 15, 2006 E THE ISLANDER Veterans Day tourney provides exciting end to season By Kevin Cassidy Islander Reporter The Anna Maria Island Community Center's first annual Veterans Day soccer tournament held Saturday, Nov. 11, was a resounding success with a day full of exciting mini-length (25-minute) soccer games that included the instructional division's ages 6-7 all-star game and a 7-up all-star game for players that are grad- uating next season to the big field. Spectators enjoyed a day full of soccer and some good chili donated by Hurricane Hanks and cheeseburg- ers and hot dogs donated by Rotten Ralph's Waterfront Restaurant. Monies raised go toward the "new" planned Community Center. The 7-up all-star game was a nail-biting game won by the blue team 1-0. With approximately four minutes to play, Tyler Yavalar stole the ball in midfield, dribbled past two defenders and ripped a shot that found the far comer of the goal to give the "blues" the win. Before Yavalar's goal, it looked like the red team was surely going to win. Offensively minded players like Jake and Andrew Ross, Luke Valadie and Seth. Walter kept the ball in the blue end of the field for much of the game, while defenders Anthony Cucci and Alex Siegel kept the blue team at bay. Kayla Thiel, Miles Fischer, George Lardas and Bri- anna Connelly played great defense for the blue team in front of goalies Jacob Talucci and Hunter Hattaway. The instructional league's 6-7 all-star tourney was exciting soccer as well with the "royal" blue team defeating the green team 6-3. Tyler Yavalar scored five goals and Miles Fischer added one goal to lead the royal team to victory. Other members of the champion team are Jack Heckler, Marlin Ellis, Kayla Thiel, George Lardas, Brianna Connelly, Angelique Ayeda and Hunter Hattaway. Seth Walter notched three goals to lead the green team in defeat. Other team members are Julian Braha, Abby Fritz, Anthony Cucci, Tyler Dell, Emmie Gal- lagher, Olivia Glavan, Emma Moneuse and Mickey Koczersut. The semifinal game between the green team and the white team ended in a 1-1 tie on goals by Andrew Ross for the white team and a goal by Seth Walter for the green team, so the game was decided by a shootout. Mickey Koczersut was the hero for the green team, -iV 1At L-.tg l saving the first two shots before coming out of the goal to take the green team's last kick. Koczersut converted on his attempt and then made the save to help his team into the championship game. The royal team advanced to the finals behind Tyler Yavalar's two goals in its 2-0 win over LPAC. The Division III championship game was an upset special that also came down to a penalty kick shootout between regular-season champion Autoway Ford and third-place finisher Ooh La La! Bistro. The two teams battled it out to a scoreless tie through 25 minutes, sending the game to the penalty spot. If you've never experienced the joy or agony of taking a penalty kick with the game on the line, here's kind of how they feel: The player taking the penalty kick should never really "not score" because the physi- cal act of putting the ball past the keeper and into the goal isn't difficult. However, factor in the huge lump in your throat knowing the game is on you and all of the fans and players are either cheering or jeering you, and that simple shot becomes a 100-yarder. Lauren Sapienza for Ooh La La and Sibella Glavan of Autoway Ford were denied by goalies Josh Zawis- toski and Joey Cucci, while Ooh La La's Mikayla Kane Jake Ross rips a shot as George Lardas defends in the 7-up game at the Veterans Day soccer play- offs. Islander Photos Kevin Cassidy and Ford's Robby Officer both scored on the second .round of three allowed penalty kicks for a 1-1 tie. Zawistoski shot just wide for Ooh La La, while Neil Carper's offering sailed just over the crossbar in the third round to preserve the tie. Next up, another round of three players and three kicks for each team. Kiley Aldefer's shot clanged off the post for Ooh La La, while Maddy Valadie's for Ford shot was wide. Joselin Presswood, daughter of the team sponsor restaurant owner, then stepped up to the line and tucked her shot neatly into the right comer of the goal for a 2-1 lead. Jack Walter for Ford and Samantha Purnell for OohlLa La followed, and both shot wide left to set off a wild Ooh La La celebration. Other members of the Division III champs are Alexia Zawistoski, Alexia Yavalar, Jazmin Rivera and Diana Pimental. 'Other members of the second-place Autoway Ford team are Jackie Burgess, Katie Rose Dell, Emma Peery, Sarah Quatromi and Sarah Wolfe. Ooh La La! Bistro had advanced to the finals by defeating Air & Energy 3-0 in the semifinals. 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There were no surprises in Division II where the Sun again proved too tough with a 3-1 victory over a determined Island Real Estate team. Joel Hart led the way with three goals for the Sun, which also received one goal from Connor Field. Daniel Pimental notched the lone goal for Island Real Estate. Sun advanced to the finals on the strength of its 6- 1 victory over Cannons Marine. Field, Adam Hart and Josh Schmidt each scored two goals in the victory for the Sun. Hunter Parrish led Cannons with one goal.in the loss. Island Real Estate advanced to the finals with a 2-0 win over West Coast Surf Shop. Trevor Albers and Daniel Pimental each scored one goal to lead IRE. ReMax held serve in Division I with a 2-1 win over Danziger Destroyers behind two goals from Jordan Sebastiano. Ally Titsworth scored the lone goal for Dan- ziger in the loss. And Titsworth was the spark behind Danziger advancing to the championships, scoring four goals as Danziger "Destroyed" any chance of LaPensee Plumbing advancing with a 4-2 victory. Zach Evans notched two goals for LaPensee in defeat. In last week's column, it was reported in error that Ally Titsworth had won the division most valuable female player when in fact, it was Martine Miller who captured the award. And speaking of Martine Miller, she and her Mana- tee Magic U14 girls soccer team recently captured the Halloween Havoc tournament at Braden River. They opened the tourney by defeating Central Pasco 3-0 on goals by Islanders Martine Miller, Erin Mulrine and Ally Titsworth. Next they faced off against the Sara- sota Storm and came away with anther 3-0 win. Miller, Mulrihe and Madison Bradley each notched goals for the Magic in that win. The Magic girls faced the Storm again in the finals, but found themselves trailing 2-0. Korie Nolan halved the score with a goal and Miller tied the effort at 2-2. Miller came through with the winning goal with less than three minutes to play to give the Magic the cham- pionship. a.p. BeLL fiSH compaNy iN. Fresh Seafood Since 1910 Great selection of locally caught Grouper, Snapper, Shrimp, Panfish and much more. Planning- fishing trip"' Ct1ll about our ,ig selection oe frozen bailv DISCOUNT PRICES EVERYDAY See you at our docks! 941-794-1249 4600 124th St. W. Cortez, Florida- - ..- f. _- 7 Joselin Presswood and her Ooh La La! Bistro team- mates watch her game-winning shootout kick during Ooh La La's upset victory over Autoway Ford in Division III Veterans Day soccer action. The Magic girls got their regular season off to a good start on Nov. 4 when they defeated Hillsborough United 4-0. Erin Mulrine notched a hat trick and Mar- tine Miller added a goal. Jordan Ponto played great defense in front of Tina Papazian, who was solid in the goal for the shutout. Horseshoe news Harry Stoltzfus "walked" his way into the winner's circle during the Nov. 8 horseshoe competition at the Anna Maria City Hall pits. Stoltzfus was the only "team". out of seven that posted a 3-0 pool-play record and was the outright winner. It was his first career victory. Pour teams out of eight advanced out of pool play with 3-0 records in the Nov. 4 horseshoe games, which was eventually won by the team of Sam Samu- els and Herb Puryear. They defeated George McKay and Karl Thomas 22-10 in the championship match to claim bragging rights for the day. McKay and Thomas advanced to the finals by defeating Ron Pepka and George Landraitus 21-10. Samuels and Puryear defeated John Johnson and Frank Pytel 21-7 in the H R RRY'S Turkey Day .Harry's Way! SOpen Thanksgiving H. 2 P'i -8:30 PMI '.,. | e* Deli S K-.; Pick up Wed. 11/22 II1AM 7PN :'(941) 383-0777 e' ?sa li*C www.harryskitchent.com other semifinal game. 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 news The men of the Key Royale Club teed it up for a best-ball-of-foursome, 18-hole golf tournament Nov. 8. The team of Don Latorre, Bob Dickinson, Dan Hayes and Bill Gallagher fired a 13-under-par 51 to defeat the team of Tom Steele, Jim Krumme, Jim Macvicar and Pieter Thomasses by one shot. The teams of Gordon McKenna, Frank Vickingstad, Mike Selby and Fred Meyers along with Bob Lamp, Bob Sayles, Tom Lewis and Al Gunn were another shot back at 11-under and tied for third place. On Nov. 6, the men played a nine-hole tourney that was also a better-ball-of-foursome format. The team of Bob Sayles, Bob Lamp, Tom Lewis and Tom Warda combined to shoot a nine-under-par 23 to earn the day's bragging rights. Register now for AMICC basketball Boys and girls ages 5-17 (before Dec. 2) are invited to register for the Anna Maria Island Community Center 2006 basketball league. From 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, Nov. 14 and 16, players can register at the Holmes Beach public works building. Then again from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday, Nov. 28 and 30, players can register at King Middle, School, 600 75th St. N.W., Bradenton. Cost for playing basketball is $45 and $40 for any additional family-member players. Non-members fee is $60 for first child and $55 for additional children. Due to construction at the Center, all its league games this season will be played at King Middle School. Every child who registers will be placed on a team, but in an attempt at league parity, all prospective play- ers must attend mandatory tryouts at the times and dates listed below. Ages 14-17: 6-6:45 p.m.Thursday, Dec. 7. Ages 12-13: 6-6:45 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8. Ages 10-11: 6-6:45 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6. Ages 8-9: 7-7:45 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5. Ages 5-7: 6-6:45 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5. Coaches and prospective coaches and volunteers are asked to check in with league director Andy Jona- tzke at the Center by Nov. 22. Capal bo's SHouse of Pizza Buy regular price buffet I and get second for --- with the purchase .of a soft drink 792-5300 10519 Cortez Road W. i Mon-Sat 11 am-10 Opm Sunday Noon-9pm PLEASE PRESENT COUPON EXPIRES NOV. 30, 2006 -- ,,--- -- - OPEN FOR LUNCH ALL 4 WEEK. %-i Yes Sto/ep CHILDREN E 00, < LARGE Est 1967 PARTIES ewaWELCOME 9'l"e Watert* STONE CRABS ARE HERE IN THE HISTORIC VILLAGE ON THE NORTHERN END OF LONGBOAT KEY. j tktpy \, 1:30AM-9:30PM DAILY PHONE 383-1748 800 BROADWAY ST. AP 20 0 NOV. 15, 2006 M THE ISLANDER From murder to smuggling to talking' trash: new local books It's new-book time, of sorts, with three new local volumes by local authors out in print. Enjoy! Murder Key Longboat Key mystery author H. Terrell "Terry" Griffin has penned a new Matt Royal mystery, "Murder Key." The body count is high on Longboat Key as a gang of smugglers start killing people. Retired attorney Royal starts to investigate when the bullets start flying toward him. The whole story revolves around Longboat Key, Anna Maria Island and Sarasota in this fast-paced mys- tery that is, in my opinion, as good as anything New York Times bestseller Randy Wayne White has penned. -And Terry has a keen grasp of the problems Anna Maria Islanders face with insurance and taxes and the ambi- ance we all love. Consider this excerpt: "When you cross the Longboat Pass Bridge onto -Anna Maria Island, you leave New Florida and pass into Old Florida. The state has changed drastically in the past 20 years, and what's left of the Florida of my childhood is sequestered into little enclaves like Anna Maria Island. "The big condos have not yet invaded, and there are still places where working people can afford to live. The bars are not as trendy, they're louder, more real somehow. Small motels run by the same owners for a generation cling to the beaches, their guests returning year after year. "But taxes keep rising, and the mom and pop places are beginning to dry up. For some reason, not apparent to the average person, Florida mandates that property be taxed at a rate that reflects its highest and best use. If a 40-year-old motel with 20 rooms could legally be turned into a high-rise condominium with 20 units, it'll be taxed at the condo rate. "This obtuse tax philosophy was driving the mom and pop beach motels out of business. All along the coast, the owners were selling their property to condo developers. Fewer hotel rooms meant fewer tourists, and the gift shops and restaurants that depended on visi- tors for their livelihood were being forced to close. "The reality of the onerous tax structure is that it signals the imminent death of the Florida of my child- hood. It's turning the state into Baby Boomer Heaven. "Reality is not something that Florida politicians recognize, so Old Florida is slowly dying, its demise hurried along by developers and the tax man. It'll all be gone soon, and those of us who love the state will be poorer in spirit." Terry, himself a semi-retired attorney, knows from what he speaks, since he is a multi-generation Florid- ian. S He'll be signing copies of "Murder Key," his second novel, from 1-3:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18, at Whistle Stop, 3234 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach. Stop in and say hi and, hopefully, enjoy the read. Smuggling history My old buddy Stan Zimmerman has just finished a new book, his third, "A.History of Smuggling in Flor- ida: Rumrunners and Cocaine Cowboys." From Ponce de Leon's trafficking in slaves to the governor's wife, Columba Bush, forgetting to declare i nn- i 'k \. 4 ,1 Moon Date AM HIGH AM LOW No Is 14 I 1I.4 1 i No% :1 426 I 2..9 06m No. I" 0 2"' I 24 1 1 ' No Is I ri 3 40 1 1 L N.v 19 94- 2 3 4 -' 1 I1 SNrIN>. 201):(h p 21 4 I" .0'2 No.) 2110' p' 2. 6 .? 03 .1 No% 22 3. .1 I i,.no:HiQr, Til: ITnul?" lii.lr PM HIGH PM LOW ." 2-1 2 52 II ".22 2 2 V 1- 2 12 12 I 0 .6 `6 I i s I -iS 4- 2 4-02 .4 1 2.5 -- _IJu l 3_r certified Full Automotive Repoir 5333 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach 779-0487 S. [the corner of Gulf and Marina Drive] $19,000 in clothes and jewelry upon her return from France much to the embarrassment of Jeb Stan has pulled together all sorts of not-so-nice facts about Florida's past. And west Florida was not unscathed in the smug- gling realm, as Stan reports of the wild times in the 1980s. "The majority of Cortezians were not smugglers. But they knew what was happening. 'The smuggling was a silent backdrop to their lives,' wrote Ben Green in his book 'Finestkind.' 'They heard the boats coming ,in at odd hours, saw the new vans and Lincoln Con- tinentals parked in front of Junior's house, and gazed suspiciously at the burned-our derelicts who descended on Cortez like locusts hoping to get a job on a fishing boat and get in on a few runs.' "The new wealth could not be concealed. Old fishermen's shacks along the west coast sported new porches and new vans were parked in new garages. New boats, new motors, new clothes, gold jewelry, all on a $10,000 fisherman's income. But because many of these men and women lived in small fishing vil- lages like Cortez, Steinhatchee and Everglades City, the sudden wealth was moistl invisible. To the fishing. families, it seemed a long-overdue bonanza, a payoff for decades of hard and dangerous toil on the water." Zimmerman will be signing copies of "A History of Smuggling" from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 3, at Circle Books, 478 John Ringling Blvd., St. Armands. Talking' trash Longboat Key author Robert Gussin has just released his new novel, "Trash Talk," an unlikely mix Author returns home Gillian Kendall returns to the area to visit friends and family this month and to sign copies of her new book, "Mr. Ding's Chicken Feet." Kendall, who currently works as an editor in the Australian government in Melbourne, is also a free- lance writer and book author. "Mr. Ding's Chicken Feet" is an episodic story of a voyage, across the Pacific, through the Panama Canal, to Texas. Kendall is scheduled to appear at Charlie's on the Island, 5904 Marina Drive in Holmes Beach, at noon on Nov. 29. She is also scheduled to read at Sarasota's Books-A-Million at 11 a.m. Nov. 25. The author's mother, local resident Marjorie Kendall, said The New York Times Book Review is considering including "Mr. Ding's Chicken Feet" in its Christmas issue. "We are keeping our fingers crossed!" she said. UNCLE PETE WANTS YOU TO DRIVE A CLEAN CAR! 24-hour self-serve car wash Complete auto detailing Quick lube AMERICAN CAR WASH 5804 Marina Dr.* Holmes Beach 778-1617 MAJOR CREDIT AR,,; EBIT CARDS ACCEPTED FRESH MULLET SALE 4ore thlan Mu llet wrape ,! Tlie Islander FRESH MULLET T-SHIRTS! S,M,L,XL $10 ISLAND SHOPPING CENTER 5404 MARINA DRIVE 941 778-7978 WWW.ISLANDER.ORG of environmentalism and athleticism which takes place in Sarasota. The Sarasota Environmentalist Society is sponsor- ing a national convention on garbage and its impact on society, he writes. The organizers decide to give the seminars a catchy phrase, and decide "Trash talk" is a good title. Unfortunately for the group but fortunately for readers a recent dictate by most of the professional sports organizations has ordered all athletes to partici- pate in ongoing education programs. Since every sports figure figures he's an expert in "talking trash" to his opponents, the pros decide the conference is perfect for them.. The result is a hilarious mix of the likes of Tim Dorsey and Carl Hiaasen, all taking place in our part of the world. Enjoy. Sandscript factoid Here' a chance for you to become a writer, although try to steer clear of the mystery aspects in this effort. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Com- mission has completed a draft plan for management of manatees in Florida. You can get a copy of the draft plan by going to the FWC Web site, MyFWC.com, and click on "imperiled species." According to Kipp Frohlich, the leader of FWC's imperiled species management section, "The first draft incorporated extensive public input. We are looking to the people of Florida to let us know if it meets their expectations for manatee recovery and management." The FWC said that Dr. John E. Reynolds III, Mote Marine Laboratory manatee research program manager and chairman of the U.S. Marine Mammal Commission, said "manatee counts ha\ e increased in recent years. Since the 1980s, Reynolds has been counting manatees which congregate around po%% er plants. Mote Marine staff ha\ e members been conducting aerial surveys since 1985. FWC, along with several other entities, also conducts counts and aerial surn e\ s. Those suir e\ s document habitat-use patterns. seasonal distribution and relative abundance of manatees, according to NMote. "Keeping track of the number of Florida manatees is vital\ important so scientists kno\\ \whether to cl.s- sify the manatee as endangered or threatened. The fact that the manatee does not merit classification as endan- gered is a tribute to the commitment made to manatee conservation during the past 30 ears, this effort has few parallels in conservation biolog\-" Frohlich said The key element that w ill probably\ no. not prob- ably, has prompted the most contro\ers\ is the sec- tion of the management plan that states that manatee populations ha\e reached levels sufficient to allow a 30- percent population decline and remain sustainable. FWC points to successes in rehabilitating injured manatees as part of the reason for the declassification from "endangered" to "threatened." Comments on the draft management plan may be made through Jan. 11. Mail your thoughts to Manatee Management Plan Comments, DHSC, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, 620 S. Meridian St., Mail Station 6A, Tallahassee FL 32399-1600,;or e-mail to manateeplan@MyFWC.com $ 0 EARLY RISER $4 SPECIAL +TAX Tues-Fri 7-7:56 am $4 78:04-12:52 pm +TAX $40 1-1:56 pm +TAX s25 after 2pm *+TAX BIG SUMMER CARD s5 OFF Charter Boat "MAGIC" Backwater Near Shore Up to 7 miles out in the Gulf Snook Redfish Trout Flounder Mackerel Snapper Light Tackle Fishing Reservations a Must! Tackle, bait, ice, fishing license provided! 723-1107 Capt. Mike Heistand USCG Licensed THE ISLANDER N NOV. 15, 2006 0 21 Kings starting run offshore; mackerel hitting, too By Capt. Mike Heistand Mackerel and kingfish are starting their run off- shore, and the action is good and should get better in the coming weeks. Farther out in the Gulf of Mexico, grouper and& snapper continue to be a good catch, but expect the best action in better than 100 feet of water. In the backwaters, snook and redfish are still good catches on the right tides; look for oyster bars or near the mangroves and cast carefully. At Corky's Bait and Tackle Shop on Cortez Road, Vin reports that he has been catching snook, red- fish and a lot of sheepshead in his "secret" fishing hole. Other fishers have been catching a lot of sheepshead, reds, pompano, mackerel and snook. Chuck and his fishing partner have been catching snook, reds, pom- pano, kingfish and sheepshead in the bays. By the way, Corky's is the official drop-off spot for Capt. Thom Smith's Angler's Repair since he has relocated. Bring your rods and reels to 10103 Cortez Road W. to get them to Capt. Thorn, who will call when repairs have been completed. Matt Bowers at Island Discount Tackle at Catch- ers Marina in Holmes Beach said that mackerel are a huge hit about a mile offshore of the Island. The king- fish run has definitely started, he said, with catches upwards of 20 pounds being brought back in the cool- ers. Grouper and snapper action offshore is also good, with most of the best catches coming from the 100-foot depths in the Gulf. For bay fishers, redfish are still con- gregating near the oyster bars, and snook are a good bet on the higher tides near the mangrove shores. Tom Cassetty at the Rod & Reel Pier said anglers A beauty Hope Rykman of Palmetto caught this 33-inch-long, 12-pound redfish while fishing with Capt. Mike Heistand. DOCKS-N-DECKS Specializing in docks and decks Maintenance Cleaning , Cobia star Bert Bolton, 12, from England, caught this nice-size cobia while fishing with Capt. Larry McGuire on Show Me The Fish Char- ters. there are catching some nice-size keeper snook, plus black drum. Snapper action has dropped off at the pier, but mackerel are hitting, plus some sheepshead. The big news is the sharks they've had some big catches of bull and nurse sharks, upwards of 9 feet in length, caught and brought to the deck, plus a lot of smaller blacktips. Jesus Rosario at the Anna Maria City Pier said one lucky angler had just reeled in ,a 38-inch redfish. Snook action is good, with the best results coming either in the early morning or at night. Sheepshead fishing is starting to pick up, too, he said. At Perico Island Bait and Tackle, Lee Gause said that there were some good catches of trout and redfish coming out of Palma Sola Bay. Capt. Tom Chaya on the Dolphin Dreams in Holmes Beach out of Catchers said Spanish mackerel and kingfish are the best bet for great action. Snook and reds are still in good numbers on the edges of the bars on the low tides in the backwater, and he's finding trout fish- ing on the rise with decent numbers on shallow bars. Capt. Zach Zacharias on the Dee-Jay II out of Parrot Cove Marina said he took Rick Fuchs from Ohio out and had a "big mack attack in the Gulf off Anna Maria on Friday. Countless king-sized mack- erel were taken on white bait in 30 feet of water on an outgoinL tide. After the mackerel onslaught, we plied the waters of north Sarasota Bay and caught a number of redfish and sheepshead. Both species fell for live shrimp on an incoming tide. I believe there is going to be a big run of kingfish in the next couple of weeks off the beaches of Anna Maria and Longboat Key. That all hinges on a break in the windy weather that has plagued us for the past few weeks. There are plenty of Painting Repair (941) 779-1839 docksndecks@verizon.net Licensed and insured good-sized bait available in the bays and no hard arctic fronts are on the horizon. Live shrimp is becoming the bait of choice on the inside. Shrimp have out-produced whitebait for snook, reds and, of course, sheepshead. Good luck and good fishing. Capt. Mike Heistand is a 20-year-plus fishing guide. Call him at 723-1107 to provide a fishing report. Prints and digital images of your catch are also welcome and may be dropped off at The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, or e-mailed to news@islander.org. Two sea turtles released with satellite tags Two rehabilitated male loggerhead turtles were released over the weekend with satellite transmitters attached, a first for Mote Marine Laboratory. Joey II and -Bruno were freed into the Gulf of Mexico after treatment in the Mote Sea Turtle Reha- bilitation Hospital. Both were found floating in the Gulf in September, both affected by red tide toxicosis. They have been "tagged" with satellite transmit- ters, giving Mote its first opportunity to document the recovery of adult male loggerheads that have recovered from red tide. The satellite-linked transmitters send a signal every time the turtle surfaces to breathe, Mote said. This allows scientists to monitor daily locations, swimming speeds, preferred water temperatures and water depths. Mote is located at 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy., Sara- sota, on City Island off the south ramp of the New Pass Bridge that links to Longboat Key. The phone number is 388-4441. Snook Trout RedfIsh Tarpon Grouper Cobli. -* -- 4 941-704-6763 sumotimefishing.com Capt Mark Howard v.. . . inshoreiNearshdri USOGG icepsed/instited, FISH TALES WELCOME We'd love to hearyour fish stories, and pictures are welcome, too. Just give us a call at 778-7978 or stop by our office in the Island Shop- ping Center, Holmes Beach. The Islander CHARTER BOAT JAN MARIE i FISHING LICENSE LIVE & FROZEN BAIT TERMINAL TACKLE SUNGLASSES & HATS *PENN# SHIMANO*ST CROIX*FALCONJ Everything You Need For Florida Fishing ISLAND DISCOUNT TACKLE ;- 5503 MARINA DRIVE "' at CATCHER'S MARINA _5---_-: _..-" (by Holmes Beach boat basin) ISLAND DISCOUNT_ OPEN DAILY, 779-2838 T T ACKLE V (major credit cards accepted) y Visit us at...IslandDiscountTackle.com I 22 0 NOV. 15, 2006 0 THE ISLANDER si dBiz By Rick Catlin Ready renovator Tom Lass recently expanded his home renovations business to include Anna Maria Island, west Bradenton and all of Manatee County. As the owner of Resilient Proper- ties Renovations, Tom is a specialist in renovating and repairing bathrooms, kitchens, tiles, decks, painting and sheet- rock. "We do a lot more," added Tom, who has 17 years experience as an elec- trician and 10 in the home repairs and renovations business. "We like to think we can do just'about any repairs, and we're available for emergencies." Tom has recently done a number of renovations in Punta Gorda, Port Char- lotte, Englewood and Fort Myers, but believes his talents will be better suited closer to home. "Our slogan is 'What does your home need?" Tom noted. "Whatever needs to be fixed, we can fix it." Tom can be reached at 782-3713, or by e-mail at resilient01 @aol.com Resilient handyman Tom Lass has brought his home and property renovation company, Resil- ient Properties and Renovations, to Anna Anaria Island and west MAanatce. Islander Photo: Rick Catlinh Realty raves RE/MAX Gulfstream Realty at 3007 Manatee Ave. W. in Holmes Beach has named Melissa Prosser as its top listing agent for October, while Don Schroder was honored as the company's top sales agent. For more information, call 758-7777. Wagner Realty, with offices at 2217 Gulf Drive N. in Bradenton Beach and 5630 Gulf of Mexico Drive on Longboat Key, has named Becky Smith and Elfi Starrett of its Anna Maria Island office as the top listing agents for October. The team of Cathy Meldahl and Dee Dee Burke won the honor at the Longboat Key office. The sales leader at the Island office was Dave Moynihan, while Bill Greene garnered the award on Longboat Key. In the closed volume category, Harold Small was tops on the Island with Bill Greene taking Longboat Key honors. Corkey's got bait and more Corkey's Live Bait and Tackle Shop at 10103 Cortez Rd. W. is under new own- ership and has become the official "drop off" location for Capt. Thom's repair service now that he has moved to Parrish. Owners Annamae and Jon Linn have installed new aeration equipment in the bait tanks, keeping the bait fresher for a longer time and making them more attractive to the big fish out in the Gulf or in inland waters. Corkey's is a great spot for all bait and tackle needs and a good place to exchange fishing stories when you need someone to talk with, said Annamae and Jon. Store hours are from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. For more information on Corkey's, call 792-7901 or 504-4772. AMIYP making business history The Anna Maria Island Young Pro- fessional.,' "Busi-Season" is under way with guest presentations,. most recently, Sissy Quinn of the Anna Maria Island Historical Society. The group's "Busi-Season" .is conm- prised of monthly discussions with local professionals offering insight into oper- I | New location for Island Grill The Island Grill Store has relocated to 5347 Gulf Drive in the Holmes Beach Business Center. Shown at their new location are owners Capt. Glenn and Charlotte Corder. Islander Photo: Nancy Ambrose eating a successful business. Quinn's presentation to the group Nov. 6 gave members a brief overview of the first Island businesses. AMIYP President William Bouziane stated it's not only important for those in the beginning stages of their career to understand how to be successful, but also important to know the history of the businesses that built the Island economy . In her presentation, Quinn noted that young professionals are a vital asset not only to-the business coinununir but also offer a key component to the longevity. of organizations such as the historical society. She made a plea to the group for its volunteer support and membership. expressing that the society could use the help of younger, more able-bodied vol- unteers at its community events. The AMIYP members agreed to building a partnership with the historical society, and several inquiries were made by members interested in helping with upcoming events, such as the historical museum's holiday open house Nov. 24. Belle Haven Cottage will be decorated for the holidays with an antique Christ- mas tree and antique ornaments. Doll houses from around the world will also be on display, said Quinn. The AMIYP will meet again Dec. 4 at the Sandbar Restaurant where Patti McKee will offer tips on host- ing and planning events. Topics for 2007 include business tax planning, philanthropy, financial planning and marketing. AMIYP membership is free and is open to business professionals of all ages. Bouziane said that the group is just as much for people embarking on a new career path as it is for those building their first business. The group also wel- comes young college grads or retirees re-entering the job market. The group has compiled a new busi- ness starter kit of information, such as how to establish a fictitious name, apply for an occupational license or incorpo- rate one's business in any of the .three Island cities. The kit also offers resources for finding business consulting organiza- tions, census data and a list of AMIYP group members. Advertising space within the busi- ness kit is being-offered to offset the cost of printing and distributing the booklet. For more information. visit the Web site at \ \\.AMIYP.com. Professionals meet .. Sissy Quint drew Scott Rudhicille's business card fiomin those collected by Dav id Zaccagnino a1t / a recent meeting of the' Anna Maria Island Youhg Pro fessionals. which took place at Shell/s Restau- rant./ Islander Photo: Cotrte-SY .AI P WILLS TRUSTS ESTATES JAY HILL Attorney-at-Law "n '778-4745 " SAnna Maria, Florida HELPITS FEED THE HUNGRY! (Donations will be given to Meals on Wheels) New patients seen beCweeu e Nov. 13-22 will receive: * X-rays (if needed) * Report. of fidingis * SEMG SAdjustment atNO CHARGE - (value $168) Nov. 218:30-12 all existing patients will receive an adjustment at NO CHARGE. (value $48) All you have to do is bring a minimum of 5 canned goods Call Today 778-0722 Island Chiropractic Center 3612 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach Qr O id88~dd Gi5fHllnt~ tailiiiiii(E311Mfaaf5Ngai40mr JUST VISITING PARADISE? Don't leave the Island without taking time to subscribe. Youll us at 5404 Marina Drive, Island 51q ,':'i"i:;i." r,? ,; r- Hdlmei Beach., -orcall 941-778-7978. CT rhI .-..I|T.I.r \ isla 'r ,;,rJ The Islander We are thankful to have such great clients. We will continue to do our best to win your trust and confidence! FATOAT Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Stain & Odor Control Tile and Grout Color, Cleaning and Stain Control! 778-2882 or 387-0607 www.FatCatCarpetCleaning.com LARRY & NANCY HOUSE, OWNERS THE ISLANDER E NOV. 15. 2006 E 23 A-1DE DA SALE: NIKI'S GIFTS, Antiques, Jewelry. All sterling jewelry, porcelain dolls, collector plates, thimbles 50-80 percent off. Select art, vintage and costume jewelry, antiques, stemware, prints, books, cups and saucers 50-90 percent off. Great bargains, office desks, chests, bookcases, lamps, coffee tables. Open seven days, 9:30am-5pm. 941-779-0729. 5351 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. COMMERCIAL GARLAND COMBO: Two-oven six burner, flat-top grill. Taking best offer starting at $500. 941-795-1111. Leave message. ROSER THRIFT SHOP: Open 9:30am-2pm Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9am-noon Saturdays. Always half-price sales. 941-779-2733.511 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. LAST GARAGE SALE until Thanksgiving: 8am- noon Saturday, Nov. 18. Gorgeous Christmas balls and ornaments, lead crystal pendants and chains, European tablecloth, furniture, garden antiques, bed linens and lots of interesting pieces. 2912 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. RUMMAGE SALE: 9am-lpm Friday and Saturday, Nov. 17-18. Great selection, great prices. Call 941- 792-1511. Bradenton Elks Lodge. 2511 75th St. W. GARAGE SALE: 8:30am-noon Saturday, Nov. 18. Assortment of household goods and collectibles. 309-B 61st St., Holmes Beach. MULTI-FAMILY SALE: 9am-3pm Friday and Satur- day, Nov. 17-18. Stackable washer and dryer, deco- rative items, furniture, plantation shutters, clothing,- tools, sofa bed, miscellaneous household items. 623 Emerald Lane on Key Royale, Holmes Beach. GREAT GARAGE SALE: 8am-1 pm Friday and Sat- urday, Nov. 17-18. Too much to list. 533 Key Royale Drive, Holmes Beach. SALE! 8am-? SATURDAY, Nov.18. Bamboo couch and chairs, pool chaise lounges. Lots of miscella- neous. 109 Sixth St. S., Bradenton Beach. GARAGE SALE: 9am-3pm Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 18-19. Antiques, clothes, appliances, lots of things and free stuff, 510 South Drive, Anna Maria. NEED A PLACE to meet? Why not try the confer- ence room at Tingley Memorial Library. Call for availability and reservations. Donations accepted. Eveann Adams 941-779-1208. 111 Second St. N., Bradenton Beach. 0 Here are some "NO COST' Investments to save you money on your heating/cooling bills: 1. Replcoe or clean your system's filter on a monthly basis. Dirty filters, restrict airflow, forcing your system _ ._ -to work harder.and less.efficlently. 9 Remiav nb nr)jpt fromin front nf_ ynuru ,2pply and return vented 3. Make sure your windows and doors ,__ arerampltelyo.doed while your....._ ) system is operating. FOR MORE INFO PLEASE CALL OR CHECK OUR WEBS1TE AT WWWMWESTCOATAC.COM- --WEST COAST- AIR CONDITIONING - & HEATING IN - 5347 Gulf Drive, No. 4, -.. llhumes Beach Business Center, Holmes Beach i?.'4CJ;a FPL PARTICIPATING CONTRACTOR LOST: BLACK AND white cat. Name is Zeus, he is 5 years old. Please call 941-778-1746. Last seen on Guava Street between 58th Street and Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. KARATE ON THE Island: Ages four through adult. Call 941-807-1734 or visitwww.islanddojo.cmasdirect.com. 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. 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. 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. KEY ROYALE: BOAT slip for rent. Electric and water.. 941-795-1507. 1995 SUNFISH: RACING sail. Rudder/tiller stolen. Trailer, jerry-rigged axle. $120. Anna Maria. 727-- 549-7234 NOW HIRING ALL positions. Rotten hours, rotten pay. Apply at Rotten Ralph's Waterfront Restau- rant, 902 S. Bay Blvd., Anna Maria, or call 941- 778-3953. 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 'Improve the Quality of Your Life- Carol, Greer Siemaszko B.A. Ed., M.A. Psych CERTIFIED COUNSELOR AND LIFE COACH ", ,' '941-794-1492 ---- Perico.Island Bradenton DELIVERY DRIVER: ENERGETIC, reliable employee needed. Full-time or part-time, positions available. Call 941-778-3441. PACK AND SHIP store: 4-6 hours per day, afternoons. Must be responsible, dependable, able to bend, lift, multi-task, work independently, interact with custom- ers. Packing,.clerical experience helpful. Flexible start date. Call 941-778-1911 for appointment. EXPERIENCED COOK AND dishwashers, will train. Full and part-time needed for small, very busy res- taurant. Mr. Bones, 941-778-6614. FULL AND PART-TIME sales position. Retirees wel- come. Flexible six-hour shifts. Openings in Anna Maria Island and Holmes Beach gift shops. 727- 244-5906 or 941-778-8607. NURSES: PRIVATE DUTY. Long-term home care assisting quadriplegic. Morning, 8am-1 pm and over- night, .1 Opm-8am, shifts available. Travel opportunity. 941-383-6953. FOR HIRE: PART-time housekeeper for local area motel. Phone, 941-778-2780. HOME COMPANION NEEDED for elderly couple. Light cooking, light housekeeping, errands, shop- ping, appointments, etc. Call Bette, 941-761-2982. HARRY'S CONTINENTAL KITCHENS now hiring: baker, pantry and line chef, servers, bussers, deli and catering personnel. 941-383-0777, or e-mail info@ harryskitchen.com. 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. BEACHFRONT RESTAURANT BUSINESS, $299,000. Buy building alone for $1,600,000or buy both for $1,690,000. Confidentiality agree- ment required. Longview Realty, 941-383-6112. For more great business and realty buys: www; longviewrealty.com. ' PAW SPA: PROFITABLE pet-grooming business. Loyal customer base in great Holmes Beach loca- tion. $59,000. Longview Realty, 941-383-6112. ONLINE SERVICE: Did you know you can place classified ads and subscribe online with our secure server? Check it out at www.islander.org. Episcopal Church of the Annunciation Holy Eucharists Sun. 8am and 10am --Thurs. 9:30 am (Healing) Call for Holy Days S 4408 Gulf Dr. Holmes Beach 9.41-778-1638 All are welcome www.annunciationami.org A are welco e! or more inf.rmarion IStLnnD PHYSICfiL THERfiPY S 6 BERCH FITNESS CEnTER State of the Art: Treadmills, cross-trainer, recurmbent bikes, strength machines and more. Fitness center supervised by Registered Physical i i Therapist, David Rogerson la* a 9908 GULF DRIVE ANNA MARIA : :K 778-.0120 i TPIiSL i 77 '0 120 expires 12/31/06. mor FRI 6:30 aM 7 PM o SlT 9 RM I PM SUn 2.Pr 5 PM 24 E NOV. 15, 2006 U THE ISLANDER 4 9 4E D MEALS AND MORE: 50-seat restaurant with great ambience also retails select items. Beer and wine license. Any menu OK. $120,000. Confidentiality agreement required for details. Longview Realty, 941 -383-6112. For more great business and realty buys: www.longviewrealty.com. 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. CajJ 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. 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. RED CROSS first-aid certified babysitter certified. Call Alex,. 941-778-5352. GET YOUR BOAT washed .without the hassle, just give me a call. Regular scheduling available, perfect for when you're out of.town. Call Richard, 941-447 9657. BABYSITTER/PETSITTER: RESPONSIBLE, Red Cross certified. Experienced with kids and pets of all ages. Many Island references! Transportation available. Weekly and monthly rates available. Call Hilary or Natalie. 941-778-518.1. 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. LICENSED CNA HHA: 10-years experience. Meal preparation, personal care, housekeeping, bathing, dressing assistance, respite care. I'll care for your . loved one like my own. 941-345-6155. 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/exterior general household repairs. Offering quality services since 1994. Reliable. Call Colin at 941-376-0541. HOUSECLEANING: I am experienced. Reasonable, reliable. Serving the general Bradenton area. For more information, call Peter at 941-753-7838. THE ROYAL MAID Service: Licensed, bonded, insured. Professional experienced maids, free estimates, gift certificates available. Call now. 941-727-9337. PIANO AND VOICE lessons by New York profes- sional artist/teacher. By appointment. Palmetto. 941-729-2244. AAA CONFIDENCE CLEANING. Housecleaning, office cleaning and window cleaning. Good refer- ences, reasonable rates. Licensed and insured. Family owned and operated. 941-812-0499. LEARN DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY and what you can do with the pictures, on your computer. Private lessons or make your own group. 941-356-7303, or e-mail snaparts@aol.com. www.snaparts.com. TUTOR: READING SPECIALIST/learning consul- tant. 30 years experience. Certifications: B.A. in elementary education, M.A. in reading specializa- tion, M.A. in learning disabilities, Ed.D in education. Diagnostic, remedial. Call 941-778-0349, 4-6pm. THE HEART OF TAMPA BAY... If you've been looking for a arterfront Florida community that's centrally located, then you've found a home here at Terra Ceia Ba) -Country Club: Located iii sunnyv Palmetto, Florida on the shores of 'erra Ceia Bay between Sarasota & St. Petersburg we provide the perfect starting .point Itoexplore and experience all the sights 4 and acdiities that the Sun Coast of Florida has to offer! Spectacular Waterfront Residences Gated Communit) On Terra Ceia Bay Panoramic Views of Terra Ceia Bay, Tampa Bay & the Gullf of Mexico 18-Hole Golf Course Tennis Facility 500' Fishing Pier & Nature Boardwalk 30.000 sq/ft Club House with Restaurant Complete Fitness Facilities & Programs 941-721-6280 WWW.TERRABAY.INFO Located between Sarasota and St. Petersburg in Palmeno, in the Terra Ceia Bay Countrn Club Go West on 23rd Street, off of Business -I1 to Terra Ceia Bay Country Club entrance 2802 Terra Ceia Bay Blvd Sales Center Open Daly) In The Clubhouse WAGNER REALTY fc'xeU.kWfe?.ax" ^pftiieftlt THE ISLANDER M NOV. 15. 2006 E 25 SLA D f C LA SSIFIED S 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 EUROSAG.E Relaxing, healing mas- sage in the comfort of your home. Call today for an appointment, 941-795-0887. MA#0017550. Gayle Simyson Schulz... Broker/Associate Trust a professional with S. .,more than 22 years experi- ence to handle your real es- tate needs. Specializing- on the Island and Bradenton. S Property Management Commercial Leasing Vacation Rentals Jim Anderson Realty Company PO Box 1789 401-B Pine Avenue Anna Maria, FL 34216 941.778.4847 toll free 1.800.772.3235 www.jimandersonrealty.com e-mail: gayle511 @tampabay.rr.com ANNAMARIA REAL ESTATE LLC ANNA MARIA CONTEMPORARY 4BR/2BA open plan, vaulted ceiling, elevator, four-car garage. Bamboo flooring, turnkey furnished. Near beach. $1,350,000. WESTBAY POINT & MOORINGS CONDO 2BR/2BA turnkey furnished, tennis, heated pool, water view, near hu-ppl-, Ibr.uii, d- .- [.UI,,i- $459,900. 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 jard, pool and hot tub. $574,500. 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 1BR/1BA condo. Great rental complex. Heated pool, close to beach. Barbecue area, heated pool, -clubhouse. $349,000. 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. $759,900. GULF PLACE CONDO 3BR/2BA turnkey furnished, tennis, heated.pool, beautiful beach, ori-site management, excellent rental. $995,000. BEACH HOUSE LARGE LOT 4BR/2BA just steps to white-sand beach, turnkey furnished, deck. Seller financing. $1,299,000. SEASIDE BEACH HOUSE CONDO 1BR/1.5BA turnkey furnished, Sautillo tile, pool, bemiuriul beach. Direct Gulf view; manager, excellent rental. $799,900.; BAY PALMS WATERFRONT HOME 3BR2BA caniltrn[ Prc ivre dock. Directaccess toTimpa Ba, and Intracoastal Waterway. $679,000. SHOREW4LK CONDOS 2BR/2BA rnurdi from $175,000. TRADEWINDS RESORT VILLAL 1BR/ I BA, Pool. $325,900. KEY ROYALE BAITRONT 3BRC2.5BA. Dock. $2.400.000. WILDEWOOD SPRINGS CONDO 2BR'B ~ Paw'. .$3-0.9.,i. SLUN PLAZA WEST CONDOS 2BR/2BA. From 6-5.000. PERIWINKLE COTTAGE- 2BR. Close o Beach. $6-09.901. ANNUAL and SEASONAL RENTALS 779-0202 (800) 732-6434 ANNA MARIA MS; AUISLAND REAL ESTATE LLC Island Shopping Center 5402 Marina Drive Holmes Beach; Florida 34217 www.suncoastinc.com 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. JR'S LANDSCAPING AND MAINTENANCE Lawns, native plants, mulching, trimming, hauling, cleanup. Island resident 25 years. Call 941-807-1015. GULF SHORE LANDSCAPING: Lawn care, pressure washing, landscaping. owner operated by Island res- ident. Exceptional value! Licensed and insured. Call 941-726-7070. www.gulfshorelandscaping.com. 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. LAKE MANATEE 24071 JENNINGS ROAD -6+acres featuring a lovely home with. spectacular views of beautiful 2,400 acre Lake Manatee. Fully fenced and'gated for privacy and horses. BRADENTON 19600 E STATE ROAD 64 Unique home situated on 20 acres ,w/ 2 acres of mature grapes and spring fed, perennial stream. Directly across from Lake Manatee State park which protects views, provides additional riding trails, swimming and boat launch. 3BR/2BA. 513 56TH ST..- 3BR/2BA in main house with unbelievable views! Efficiency-with full bath above garage. Separate Laundryrroom. Great rental! Expansive bay front property with custom protected dock and easy access to full service marina. Short walk to beach, shopping'and library. THE DESOTO GRANDE 200 S GULF DRIVE MORE SAND...LESS DOLLARS! Imagine owning a private, luxury beachfront home for a fraction of the cost. Fractional ownership opportunity. t:941/308-6494 www.skysothebys.com Each Office Is Independently Owned And Operated. 26 0 NOV. 15, 2006 U THE ISLANDER .4S ,A D- -DL 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. 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. CHRISTIE'S PLUMBING Island and off-Island ser- vice sinde 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. EXPERIENCE REPUTATION RESULTS PERICO BAYFRONT 3BR,,2BA 1,866 sf covered parking vaulled ceilings, lurnkey furnished. S585.000. SUNBOW BAY Dired Bayfront ?BR '2BA end unil. S449 000. MARTINIQUE N. DirectGull, corner, garage, storage. Updaled. Shows beautifully. S859,000. KEY ROYALE Canaliront lot, 9,450 sI. Golf course view. S699,000. BAYVIEW 4-5BR4,'BA includes guest quarters, large master suite. S 1,150.000. IRONWOOD 1 2BR, extra slorage. S139.900. Great buy! HARBOUR VILLA CLUB 2BR,,'2BA turnkey, boal dock. S1794.900. LINKS PINEBROOK Golf course view. sixlh floor, turnkey. S260,000. DESOTO SQUARE VILLA 2BR/2BA, galed, pool, clubhouse. SIl5,000. VACATION, SEASONAL AND ANNUAL RENTALS LUXURY GULFFRONT VILLAS, CONDOS, HOMES 5508C MARINA DRIVE 778-0807 800-956-0807 yrealty3l'iaol.com www.tdollyyoungrealestate.com etfl A NN (s ,eals('tated, < /. SALES 419 Pine Ave.* POBox2150 Anna Maria FL 34216 Home: 941-778-1820 Cell: 941-713-5321 t. y 'sherrys@betsyhills.com 2BR.2BA canal home with sall- 3BR'2BA bavirorit home. water pool, north end Two boat $1.589.000 docks. $849,000 -, V -. 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, Island resident, converting life-long hobby to business. Call 941-705-0275 for free estimates. 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 941-518-3316.1 DIRECT GULFFRONT! Choice Gulffront properties for sale. We have several on pristine natural beach in quiet residential neighborhood. Call today for further details. ,- - ,rYe ARE' he Island? .SINCE 1957 941 '-225'4 Fa\ c 1 -L .-2250 -mb sitle www.annall 'mariareal.com Web site www.annamariareal.com . now: .A .44 ^ W,,-,s,: ,:: * owners-/ 8- Call us to 78' rent yoijr ww properties Unbeatable : ." , senrvke for -over 35 i, F ears! 13 SERVING THE AREA SINCE 1970 MLS REALTORS GULFVIEW CONDO 2BR/2BA full Gulf view condo, second floor, corner unit. Offered at $825,000. Call Michel Cerene, Broker- Associate, 941-545-9591 evenings. .. FRESH PRICE!! Bring the wholefamily. 2,920 sf 3BR/3BAcanalfront, caged pool home can expand to five bedrooms. Enjoy the master suite getaway equipped with its own kitchenette. Meticulously maintained. $974,900. Call Lori Guerin, Realtor, 941-773-3415 or Carmen Pedota, Realtor, 941-284-2598 evenings. SINGLE FAMILY Centrally located, one block to beach. 2BR/2BA spacious home on corner lot. $635,000..Call Joy Murphy, Realtor, 941-730-2820 evenings. BAYFRONT CONDO NEW LISTING 2BR/2BA updated waterfront condo with amazing view. Glass lanai, breakfast bar. Owner motivated. $499,900 Call Carlene Weise, Realtor, 941-224-6521 evenings. WEST BRADENTON Adorable 3BR/2BA home in a great Westside neighborhood, updated kitchen. Corian countertops, hardwood floors, freshly painted, new wallpaper, readyto move into. Spacious backyard with roomforpool. Offered at$245,900. CaltZeeCatanese, Realtor, 941-742-0148 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 J 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. HOME REPAIRS AND improvements: General repairs and quality renovation, including carpentry, drywall, tile, paint, even landscaping. Please call Chris, 941-266-7500. INTERIOR SURFACE RENOVATION: Drywall, tex- ture, paint, tile, wall and ceiling repairs, Fred Wein- gartner, 941-586-3656. 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. NEW DOOR SHOP now open. Steel, fiberglass, fire- rated, commercial, residential, thousands of glass options. All code-approved, impact available. Retail, wholesale. Metro Door Shop, 941-758-5828. E&N PAINTING: INTERIOR, exterior. Island refer- ences. Quality paint. Call for free estimates. Sched- ule soon, season is coming! 941-756-9595 or 941- 518-3054. ISLAND HOME REMODEL Inc.: Kitchen, bath, deck and complete home remodeling. Call 941-795-1968. E-mail: islandhomeremodel@hotmail.com. RESILIENT PROPERTIES AND renovations: Kitch- ens, bathrooms, tile work, decks, sheetrock, paint- ing and more. Reliable work start-to-finish. What does your home need? Free estimates. Call Thomas P Lass, 941-782-7313. WATERFRONT BAY SIDE 4BR/3BA See at: 500 Bay Drive South BRADENTON BEACH NEW RENOVATION Offered at $2,200,000 941-778-0300 VIEW ON THE WEB www.annamariaislandwaterfrontproperty.comj MARRIED.J TWO CONDOS ONE MUST GO! Westbay Point & Moorings 2BR/2BA ground-floor unit overlooking Tampa Bay and the Manatee Avenue Bridge. All new appliances, new air conditioning, mint condition, turnkey furnished. Priced for quick sale. Telephone 320-761-9380 or 941-778-3530 G N guff ay &asy of.nna *ara, Inc. SJesse risson frofrfssociate, gj ^/ .- (941)713-74755 (800)7716043 IPERF GIALF DRIVHOUSE ull G unobstruted Gu100xl00f views duplex lot in desirable neighboreach. Recently, renof ate amenwith new metal S .~ roor. $595,000. rIMPtERIAL HOUSE Full "unobstructed Gulf views. from this ground floor end unit in Imperial House. Deeded beach access, pool, Caff m tof &arourt 5 &st b ys on the Isfa" ..~ .. ................... THE ISLANDER U NOV. 15, 2006 m 27 ISL W DUER C;mmWA SS- IEDSW1 HOMEWORK: HOME MAINTENANCE, repair and remodeling. Handyman services, all jobs welcome. 26 years experience. 941-915-5796. HOME REPAIRS AND Improvements. Carpentry, doors, paint, trim, crown molding, minor remodeling, drywall, texture, general home repairs. 941-713-1951. RENTALS available weekly, monthly, seasonal. Wedebrock Real Estate Co., 941-778-6665 or 800- 749-6665. SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, townhouse: 2BR/2BA with balcony and view of mountains. Weekly or monthly rental. Call Paige at 941-798-3448. "Welcome back, winter friends!" The Islander 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. WEEKLY RENTALS: Alecassandra villa, 1 BR/1 BA, $700/week; Island duplex, 2BR, $800/week; Gulffront cottage, 2BR, $1,000/week; Bradenton Beach Club, 2BR/2BA, $1,400/week. Please call Kim Fisher, Wagner Realty, 941-778-2246. www. wagnerrealty.com. BRADENTON BEACH: NEWLY remodeledl BR/ 1BA suite with full kitchen, fully furnished, one block from Bridge Street, three minute walk to beach. Sleeps four only. No pets. Now taking reservations for.summer. Available weekly, monthly or seasonal. 941-776-3696, or e-mail bjustin628@tampabay.rr.com. ANNUAL RENTAL WESTBAY Cove: Lower unit, 2BR/2BA waterfront, unfurnished. Includes water, sewer, cable. Old Florida Realty, 941-778-3377 or 941-713-9096. WEEKLY/MONTHLY/ANNUAL rentals: wide vari- ety, changes daily. SunCoast Real Estate, 941-779- 0202, or 1-800-732-6434. www.suncoastinc.com. BAYFRONT. BEAUTIFUL VIEW ON OPEN WATER. Plans available for complete renovation and enlargement of the existing Florida cracker home or huge lot to build a new home. $999,999. GULFFRONT NEW LUXUm RY HMEmi 7'Uif w 3BR/2BA, heated pool. Exceptional views, turnkey furnished. $1,950,000. OLD BRIUUtL VILLA LU I he view doesn't get any better from this condo. Overlooks entire bay. 3BR/3BA turnkey furnished. Elevator and upgrades galore. CORTEZ FISHING VILLAGE Five minutes to beach and great restaurants. Hardwood floors, 1BR/1BA, large workshop and garage $255,000: Mike 800-367-1617 Norman 941-7786696 yclkH 3101 GULF DRIVE Realty INC HOLMES BEACH Ofrecemos servicio de ventas en espan5l www.mikenormanrealty.com 28 YEARS -5110ply the Bes t '- L*fr 28 E NOV. 15. 2006 0 THE ISLANDER Sandy's Lawn Service Inc. Sandy's Established in 1983 Lawn Celebrating 23 Years of ServicO Quality & Dependable Service. Service Call us for your landscape 778-1345 and hardscape needs. ..i, Licensed & Insured Paradise Improvements 778-4173 .. Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Specialist --' Replacement Doors and Windows Steven Kaluza Andrew Chennault Fully Licensed and Insured Island References Lic#CBC056755 kTWAGNEQ REALTY , SINCE 1939 2217 CGLi' DDIVE NO TII IDADFN'ION BEACIL FL HAQOLD SMALL REALTOR Office: (941) 778-2246 (941) 792- 8628 / 1 " E-mail: haroldsmall@wagnerrealty.com t '.# W j ' USA FENCE AKS Specializing WHITE VINYL FENCE CRC016172 Q4 1 -750-9300 HAUL-AWAY Removal of all types of trash, debris and junk. 720-2217 WASH FAMILY INC since 1988 LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED 941.725.0073 DARRIN J. WASH WE OFFER LIFE TIME PAINTS Victoria, At your Service Run Errands Organize Your Home and Much More! VICTORIA VAN OSTENBRIDGE 795-4806 Junior's Landscape & Maintenance Lawn care PLUS native plants. .-.. mulch, trip, hauling and cleanup. -:.. - Call Junior, 807-101o c . Thanksforsaying"Ilsawitin Thfe Islander New Construction Charlie Woehle - Remodels 941-761-3363 WOEHLE CONSTRUCTION, INC. P.O. BOX 14070, BRADENTON, FL 34280-4070 OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE HOW TO RELAX ON AN ISLAND... Yo)1ur ppiace, yotu- cO'e 1c Massage by Nadia 941.795.0887 Anyone can take a picture. A professional creates a portrait. 9 ELKA / HOTOGRAPHICS 'V", .'. 941- 711 w'i'vvjackelka. corn 1* I IS AN .DE C ASSF9D ANNUAL: ISLAND HOME 2BR/1 BA with garage and fenced yard. Newly remodeled. $1,000/month plus utilities. Small pet OK. 941-795-8979. Credit check. 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. 1-4BR DIRECT BEACHFRONT, gorgeous views, designer furnished, cable, DVDNCR, dishwasher, phone, quaint village. $975-$2,375/week9 941-713- 0034 or beachdreams@tampabay.rr.com. HOLMES BEACH: POOL furnished 2BR/2BA. Obt.- 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. WATERFRONT: DOCK WITH davits. Short walk to beach, washer and dryer, carport, storage. Quiet loca- tion. $1,000/month. 727-784-3679. Bradenton Beach. SEASONAL ISLAND RENTAL: 1BR/1BA turnkey, washer and dryer, utilities included. One block to Gulf. $700/week, $1,500/month. 941-721-6090. MANATEE RIVERFRONT: 2BR/2BA, spectacu- lar views! Gated, pool, covered parking, security, fitness center. $1,050/month annual. Call Maria, 941-720-1712. 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. 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. 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. ANNUAL 2BR/1BA: AIR conditioning, washer and dryer, water, large pool, cable. Parking only 200 steps to beach. First and deposit. $950/month. 941-779-1586. ANNUAL 3BR/3BA TWO-car garage. Tropical Cortez waterfront home. Boatlift/dock, washer and dryer. No smoking or pets. Two miles to beach. $1,400month. $800 deposit. 941-798-9765. Responsible persons. PARADISE IN COMFORT at Palm Breeze rentals in Holmes Beach. Two beautifully furnished units in a Key West-style home.on a large corner lot. Each unit has 3BR/2BA, washer, dryer and fully equipped kitchen. Heated pool, bikes, grill, etc. Just bring your clothes and a toothbrush and enjoy. www.apalm- breeze.com. 941-730-5126. HOLMES BEACH: 2BR/1 BA house. One and a half blocks from beach. $1,050/month. 949-813-4900. ANNUAL RENTAL: ALL remodeled 2BR townhouse, 200 steps to beach. Tile floors, granite counters. Washer and dryer, patio, private backyard. $1,250/ month. 941-778-4548. ISLAND CASTLE: FABULOUS French Normandy home. 4BR/3BA on best beach and quiet street in Anna Maria. 941-794-8202. 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 RENTALS: 2BR/2BA, 1BR/1BA units starting at $695/month. Fran Maxon Real Estate, 941-778-2307. www.franmaxonrealestate.com. ANNUAL HOLMES BEACH: Glimpse of Gulf from large balcony, steps to beach, updated 2BR/2BA, living room, dining room, eat-in kitchen with granite counters. All new appliances, large garage, office with separate entrance and access to patio. 941-545-6118. ANNUAL DUPLEX: ATTRACTIVE 2BR/2BA, Florida room, dishwasher. Washer and dryer, carport. $1,000/ month. 2BR/1 BA washer and dryer, carport, $900/ month. Dolores M. Baker Realty, 941-778-7500. HOLMES BEACH: 1 BR/1 BA apartment. 750 sf, 100 feet from bay. Includes water and trash. $800/month. 941-587-1456. SEASONAL: HOLMES BEACH. 1BR/1BA newly renovated condo. Pool, tennis, elevator. Available December. $3,200/month. 301-873-5444 or 410- 257-2214, no voice mail. ANNUAL 3BR/2BA: TROPICAL duplex, one block to beach, washer and dryer, some utilities included. No Smoking or pets. $1,100/month and $700 deposit. 941-798-9765. Responsible persons only. ANNUAL RENTAL: BRADENTON Beach. 2BR/2BA condo located south of Bridge Street. The unit has an upstairs and downstairs living area with under- neath parking. Furnished or unfurnished. Call 813- 245-0428. SEASONAL FURNISHED NEW home in Anna Maria. Elevated 3BR/2BA. Available now through April. One block to beach. 813- 251-9201. 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. Season- ally, 1BR Gulf view, cute and clean, $900/week or $2,400/month. Call 941-746-8666. LONGBOAT KEY ANNUAL rental: 2BR/1BA with screened porch on canal. $1,100/month. 941-778- 7293. St. Jude St. North. ANNUAL: CORTEZ 1 BR, storage, carport, boat ramp nearby. $640/month. 941-778-2710 after 10 am. VACATION RENTALS: 2BR apartments across from beautiful beach. $400-$550/week. Winter and spring dates available. Almost Beach Apartments. 941-778-2374. CORTEZ COTTAGE: QUIET area. Fully furnished, walk to water. Two people only, no smokers. $1,700/month includes utilities. 941-794-5980. www.divefish.com. YOUR WATERFRONT OASIS awaits! Exquisitely furnished 2BR/2BA in Bradenton on Manatee River. Swimming pool, covered parking, fitness center, riv- erfront walking paths. Annual rental $1,200/month. Utilities included. Seasonal rental.$750/week or $2,500/mohth. Phone 830-596-0678, or e-mail sherowens@ hotmail.com. SEASONAL HOLMES BEACH duplex. 2BR/2BA, utility room, cable TV, newly, tiled, carport, near .beach. $2,100/month. 941-761-3308. MUST SEE INSIDE! Beautiful 3BR/2BA in northwest Bradenton. Stone fireplace, ceramic tile throughout, except bedrooms. Gorgeous oak kitchen cabinets. Open greatroom. $1,450/month. Call Judi at 941- 778-8277, 941-962-8347, or 748-5113. 718 83rd St. N.W. SEASONAL RENTAL: 2BR/2BA, ground-floor, updated condo on .wide deep-water canal. Five minutes to Anna Maria Island Gulf beaches. Avail- able monthly now through May 2007. $2,400/month. 941-795-6699. SUNNY SHORES MOBILE home: 1BR/1BA near. beach, clubhouse. Very nice. Two people only. $1,200/month. 941-730-4078. ANNUAL RENTALS: ANNA Maria Island Prop- erties. 401 Clark Lane, 491.5 Gulf Drive, 309-B 63rd St. Other properties available close to Island beaches. Anna Maria Gulf Coast Properities, 941- 782-5609. GULFFRONT ANNUAL: 1 BR/1.5BA North Martinique, unfurnished, new carpet. Rental includes water, cable, secured building. Pet OK. Washer and dryer available. Asking $1,290/month. Call 941-737-0915. KEY ROYALE HOME: 3BR/2BA, pool, spa, dock. $1,000/ week, $3,500/month. Call owner, 941-356-1456. *- * * "Copyrighted Material - Available from Commercial News Providers" ir I * TIE ISLANDER M NOV. 15, 2006 0 29 A NDC AS ID S PERICO BAY: SEASONAL villa. 2BR/2BA, garage. December $1,500. January $2,500. Real Estate Mart, 941-756-1090. LONGBOAT KEY VILLAGE: 2BR/1BA. December $1,500. January, February, March $2,500/month. 3BR/2BA also available. Call Real Estate Mart, 941- 756-1090. SEASONAL OR WEEKLY cottage-style rentals. 1 BR/1BA or 2BR/1BA with pool. Walk to beach, shopping, restaurants. 941-778-3426. Web site 2spinnakers.com. WATERFRONT PROPERTY 2BR/2BA open-plan with great views of Tampa Bay. Canalfront, walk- ing distance to beach and restaurants. $739,000. 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. 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 Intra- coastal 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 noon-4pm Sunday. Six months condo fees paid! Free-standing, private three- bedroom upgraded condo with two-car garage, new lanai. Call for details, 941-792-0763. $309,900.5605 Whipporwill Ct. off 59th Street West, Tanglewood.. OPEN HOUSE: 1 -4pm Sunday: New home, 3,746 sf 3-4BR/3BA, granite/cherry kitchen, three screened verandas. $829,000. Horizon Realty, 941-725-7000. 303 58th St., Holmes Beach. OPEN HOUSE: 10am-lpm Saturday, Nov. 18. Updated 3BR/2BA, 1,560 sf, tastefully furnished and decorated, sold turnkey. For sale by owner. Buyer's agents, 3 percent. $599,900.813-818-8314. 8104 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. www.bohnen- berger.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. 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 Skyway Bridge. Beautiful island kitchen, turnkey furnished. Must see. $610,000. Call 401- 497-6327. BY OWNER, PURCHASE or lease: Manatee river- front condo, 2BR/2BA, beautiful views, pool, gated, covered parking, fitness. $325,000 or $1,050/month. 941-720-0092. 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 Island architect's plans for complete remodel. $885,000. 941-704-7729. 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. DIRECT WATERFRONT: Latchkey. 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. 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: 75x100 feet, new dock, priced to sell quickly. Below market and appraised value, $550,000. Call Jake, 941-544-7786.108 Gull Drive, Anna Maria. BEACH. BUNGALOW; MANUFACTURED home in Sandpiper resort, Bradenton Beach. Installment sale: $15,000 cash plus note for $150/month. Other opportunities available. 941-448-0963. -HOW TO PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD DEADLINE: NOON MONDAY EVERY WEEK for WEDNESDAY'S PAPER: Classified advertising must be paid in advance. 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Only two blocks to Gulf, great neighborhood. $350,000. 941-778-3875. BEAUTIFUL PERICO ISLAND patio pool home. $363,000. 2BR/2BA with den, fireplace, waterfall, spa seat, pool, garden tub in master bath, two-car garage, many extras! $0 down, 100 percent financ- ing. 11006 Peach Point Court, Bradenton FL 34209. 941-794-1491. FOR SALE: 1 BR/1 BA beachfront Martinique condo. Newly renovated. Pool, tennis, elevator. High-impact glass. $685,000. 301-873-5444 or 410-257-2214, no voice mail. BY OWNER: 2BR/1.5BA condo. Bath and kitchen need update. $399,999. 863-412-2612. www.cflre- alestateonline.com/condo. 5400 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. WISTERIA PARK: NEW construction. Move-in ready. Northwest Bradenton, blocks from bay and river. 3BR/2BA corner lot, maintenance-free. Many upgrades. Community pool. 941-518-6674. FOR SALE BY owner: Holmes Beach triplex. Rental income of $34,000 annually. Reduced to sell at $575,000. Call 646-842-0096 for more information. ISLAND TOWN HOME: Holmes Beach. Rare opportunity at Sunbow Bay. Two pools, tennis, lush grounds, 150-yard private fishing pier or fish out your back door. Put in your own dock and boat. $590,000. Private seller. 941-228-3489. FOR SALE BY owner: Deep-water canal ranch, $550,000. Nicely remodeled with granite counter- tops, tile flooring, and more. Call Scott Wheeler at 614-207-7878, or e-mail scott@scottincolumbus. com. * NON-EVACUATION/NON-flood area: 3BR/2BA, two-car garage. Village Green, quiet street, minutes to beaches, shopping, doctors, hospitals. Tile floors, bedrooms carpeted, screened lanai. $297,000.941- 794-1640. ANNA MARIA 4BR/3BA. 2,220 sf living area, 4,380 sf under roof. Reduced to $639,000. All written offers considered. 941-773-0706. BANK OR0 R ESIDENTIAL EAL ESTATEINC. SPam Dial, PA (941) 704-4962 ~*1*.. Harbour Landings- 5,659 sf, 5BR/5BA, ele- Riverview Blvd- Newer home in Riverview vator, four-car garage, lagoon pool, waterfall, district. Over 3,400 sf with 4BR/3.5BA and wine storage closet, three fireplaces, and 40+ pool. Almost one acre lot on Warners Bayou. Ihoo io i:, x ij, ",eep .jl, r I|i ti '1,, 'u,2 -.111-0U 1 i n,-w r ,:ne i rn] ,ilsji,'i, 1 '0 11) )(11.1I Smuggler's Landing 2BR 2BA vja r- Smuggler's Landing 21B M BA R, id-,i front condo with den. Almost 1600 sf with eled unit with glass enclosed lanai over- 40-foot deep-water boat slip. Vaulted ceil- looking your 40-foot deep-water boat ings, built-ins and wet-bar. $649,500. slip. $499,000.. Mariner's Cove Elegant town home Harbour Landings Estates Approx. with deeded 24-foot boat slip. 4BR/3BA 1/3 acre on deep-water canal in the with over 2,700 sf of living space. Just estate section of Harbour Landings. completed in Dec. 2001 and is like Lot comes with 40-foot boat slip on brand new. $849,000. protected basin. $879,000. Over 20 years experience specializing in waterfront & boating properties www.floridamoves.com/pamela.dialpa pamela.dial@floridamoves.com LOT: ONE BLOCK from beach. 57.75x114 feet. $520,000.941-779-4505 or 941-778-4246. Holmes Beach. CLOSE-IN COUNTRY home. 1.25-acre. 3BR/2BA, two-car garage, no deed restriction. Well-main- tained home and lot. $299,900. Real Estate Mart, 941-756-1090. PALMA SOLA TOWNHOUSE: 2BR/1.5BA. Heated pool. Boat slip. $280,000. Real Estate Mart, 941- 756-1090. A-1 REMODELED 4BR/2BA home. Has community pool and marina. $239,900. Real Estate Mart, 941- 756-1090. KEY ROYALE WATERFRONT: 3BR/2BA, pool, spa, boat dock. Remodeled interiors. Vacant, move-in ready. $820,000. Owner/Realtor, 941-356-1456. 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. NORTH CAROLINA: GATED lakefront commu- nity. Pleasantly mild climate 1.5 acres, 90 miles of shoreline. Never offered before with 20 percent pre- development discounts, 90 percent financing. Call 800-709-5253. WYOMING RANCH DISPERSAL 35 acres, 49,900; 50 acres, $59,900. Snow-capped mountain views. Surrounded by government land. Abundant wildlife. Recreational paradise. Low taxes. E-Z terms. Call Utah Ranches LLC. 888-541-5263. BEAUTIFUL NORTH CAROLINA: Escape thie heat in the beautiful peaceful mountains of western North Carolina homes, cabins, acreage and investments. Cherokee Mountain GMAC Real Estate. chero- keemountainrealty.com. Call for free brochure, 800-841-5868. BEAUTIFUL BLUE RIDGE, N.C.: Mountain views. 8- plus-acre mountain estate., heavily wooded with stream. E-Z financing. $49,900. 800-230-6380, ext.120. 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. Kathy Geeraerts, Realtor 778-0455 a reen 1 REAL ESTATE OF ANNA MARIA www.greenreal.com qe .4 408 SOUTH BAY BLVD. ,' ANNA MARIA BAY- FRONTBEAUTY Magnifi- cent view of Tampa Bay, --.i updated and beautiful, with vaulted ceilings, entertainment center, Bonus room, large two- jcar garage, gourmet kitchen, 2-3BR/2BA. $1,749,000. PLAYA ENCANTADA CONDO Live on the beach, stunning and rare 3BR/2.5BA, like new inside and out. Beautiful pool and spaarea. Playtennis nearby or relax on large open bal- cony, can be a great rental or full-time living. Spar- kling water, magnificent sunsets, enjoy the Florida lifestyle at its best. Offered -- at $1,999,000. MURPHY, N.C.: Aah, affordable homes in the mountains. Affordable homes, mountain cabins and land. Call for free brochure, 877-837-2288. Exit Realty Mountain View Properties. www.exit- murphy.com. NORTH CAROLINA: COOL mountain air, views and streams. Homes, cabins and acreage. Free brochure, 800-642-5333. Realty Of Murphy, 317 Peachtree St., Murphy NC 28906. www.real- tyofmurphy.com. ONE-PLUS-ACRE Tennessee homesite: 1.8 acres, large lot with nice view, level building site on top. Stone outcroppings for natural landscap- ing. Pond on the east side. Close to large state park. Only $89,900! Call 866-292-5769. NORTH CAROLINA MOUNTAIN: Seven acres on mountain top. View, trees, waterfall and large public lake nearby, paved private access, gated comrhunity, $99,500. Owner, 866-789-8535. COASTAL GEORGIA: NEW, pre-construction golf community. Large lots and condos with deep water, marsh, golf, nature views. Gated, golf, fit- ness center, tennis, trails, docks. $70s-$300,000. 877-266-7376. www.cooperspoint.com. 12 ACRES, LAKEFRONT: $99,900. 239 feet of US Corp frontage on beautiful lake in Tennes- see. Direct lake-access lot from $12,900! Call 866-950-5263, ext. 1791. 23-PLUS ACRES: Lake access, $124,900. Direct access to beautiful lake in Tennessee with beau- tiful mountain views! Other lake access lots from $12,900 available! Call 866-950-5263, ext. 1792. GEORGIA/FLORIDA PRE-CONSTRUCTION: Grand opening. 20 acres, $99,900. Pay no clos- ing costs. Terrific opportunity to own 20 acres in Georgia coastal region. New survey, subdivision potential, excellent financing at the unbelievable price of $99,900. Call now! 800-898-4409, ext. 1002. CLP-GA Land Services LLC. Licensed real estate broker. MAINE SPORTING PARADISE! 500 acres only $299,900. Hunters and fishing enthusiasts " wanted! Private 500-acre parcel of land ideal 'or hunting offers access to crystal-clear trout and salmon steam, unbelievable fishing. New to market! Great owner financing. Call L&S Realty, 207-781-3343. r Putdeintial Palms Realty Michelle Musto, PA Reallor 941-809-3714 www.michellemusto.com PERICO BAY CLUB: BRADENTON S''" 920 Waterside Lone: Lakefronl villa, 2BR/2BA, S1,132 sf, breathtaking a l : sunsels, turnkey fur S .. nished. S349,000. e-mail: michellemuslo@prudentialpalms[ealty.com and Carmwwen Pedota to the Betsy Hills Real Estafa&te am& 4,. We are pleased to welcome our newest associates, Lori Geurin and Carmen Pedota to the Betsy Hills Real Estate team. Lori, a long time Island resident, brings with her a comprehensive background in marketing and real estate. Carmen, a 22-year resident of Anna Maria, has an extensive business and real estate background. They both have the energy, integrity, dedication and experience to help their clients successfully accomplish all of their real estate goals. They can be counted on to provide exemplary customer service 24/7 to their clients. 419 Pine Ave., Anna Maria FL 34216 PO Box 2150 (941) 778-2291 EVENINGS 778-2632 FAX (941) 778-2294 www.betsyhills.com THE ISLANDER U NOV. 15, 2006 M 31 I "Copyrighted Syndicated Available from Commerci Materi .ontent, al'NewsiF I I I al -, I providers" | Wantto keep intouch? Subscribe to the "bestnews!" 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