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Skimming the news ... Candidates discuss issues in Anna Maria ... see page 2. T H Anna Maria The Islander "The Best News on Anna Maria Island" IISLANDER Volume 9, no. 12, Jan. 31, 2001 FREE Perico mediation rejected by Bradenton By David Futch Islander Reporter The Florida Department of Community Affairs thought it was a good idea to sit down with Bradenton officials and Doris Schember of Concerned Citizens of Manatee County to work out a compromise regarding Schember's suit against the city over Arvida's Perico Island project. ManaSota-88 attorney Dan Lobeck, who also rep- resents Schember, said a mediation hearing between Schember and the city would save everyone time and money. The city didn't buy it. Bradenton wanted to bring ManaSota-88 into the mediation process so the city could work out its differ- ences concerning the two lawsuits the environmental group filed against the city for the same cause. City attorney Bill Lisch said he wanted all parties involved in mediation. Lobeck said the mediation request came from the DCA's attorney. Mediation would have meant that Schember, Lobeck, Arvida and the city could have avoided a Feb. 13-16 hearing before an administrative law judge ap- pointed by the state. Now it looks as if the hearing will go ahead as Sunrise over Perico The Island's view of Perico could be dramatically changed from this pristine panorama if Arvida is allowed to proceed with its plan to build 10-story condominiums on the shoreline. A legal battle to prevent the proposed development is ongoing. Islander Photo: Bonner Futch Residents suggest city take land at 79th Street beachfront By Ann McGrath Islander Reporter The solution to the beach-access dilemma might be solved if the city takes "eminent domain" of the unde- veloped beachfront lots zoned as Rec. 1, from 75th through 81st streets, said Chris Landkammer of 106 79th St. Landkammer told Holmes Beach city commission- ers that 79th street residents want to keep the property open for recreational use. In the event the city vacates part of 79th Street in a proposed landswap deal, said Landkammer, the new owners may build on it, restrict- ing public access and obstructing Gulf views for the current homeowners there. "If the city does not take eminent domain, the prop- erty will be developed. Think of what you can do for the community ... Think of the treasure. Think of the taxes," said Landkammer. "Please work with us." Commission Chairman Roger Lutz and Commis- sioner Rich Bohnenberger said they would be in favor of purchasing the land, if the city of Holmes Beach could afford it. City Attorney Jim Dye said there are three ways the city can obtain property: donation, purchase, or condemnation. In other business, the commission approved the second reading of an ordinance rescinding a previous public participation procedures ordinance; heard a water conservation report from John Zimmerman of the Manatee County Public Works Department; discussed amending a requirement for home occupation licenses from conducting business in the "habitable" area of the home to conducting business "within the structure" of the home. planned. That is unless the city asks for a 30-day de- lay. "The DCA attorney in a conference call Friday (Jan. 26) said he strongly believes the case is appropri- ate for mediation and Manatee County Senior Assistant Attorney Jim Minix agreed," Lobeck said. "We ended the conference call last Friday and agreed to ask our clients. "Bradenton is the only party in the Schember case to object to mediation," Lobeck said. "Bradenton is throwing out a red herring to get ManaSota-88 in- PLEASE SEE PERICO, PAGE 3 Anna Maria postmaster retires after 13 years By Laurie Krosney Islander Reporter Longtime Anna Maria Postmaster Ron Smith is hanging it up as the city's postmaster. Smith, who has been postmaster for nearly 13 years, will spend his last day on the job March 2. No one has been appointed yet to replace him, but Smith said it is standard procedure to appoint an interim postmaster while a permanent replacement is sought. Smith said interim positions are usually used as train- ing posts for people interested in being postmasters. "Normally, it'll be someone from outside the area for the interim and for the permanent positions," he said. Smith, who lives in Thonotasassa, said he will miss the people of Anna Maria. "It's a great place," he said. According to Smith, what he will not miss is the com- mute he has made each workday for the past 13 years. "It's not too bad in the morning about an hour. The afternoon can be a bear, though," Smith said. When asked what he plans to do come March 3, Smith didn't hesitate, saying, "I'm goin' fishing." -lapppening Islandfest Saturday, Sunday Put on your track shoes this weekend and head to the Holmes Beach city hall field for some outdoor fun and shopping for original arts and crafts. It's the fifth annual Anna Maria Islandfest Feb. 3 and 4 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. both days. Artisans from 22 states are expected to participate along with local artists for a wide mix of jewelry, fine art, photography, clothing and crafts. Operatic happening A 35-member chorus of young ladies and gents from the Sarasota Youth Opera will join the Anna Maria Island Community Orchestra Sun- day, Feb. 4, for a performance of "A Viennese Sampler" at Island Baptist Church at 2 p.m. More inside... i II I' I Lr~ ~C_ I~CL~III~RIL~IISBPIB~sllllllCIII~ _t~L ~LCI~ ~L II -- lt 4ll l4M 1 I -41ep ~ i-ze~ PAGE 2 0 JAN. 31, 2001 0 THE ISLANDER Candidates present different backgrounds, views By Laurie Krosney Islander Reporter Anna Maria voters will go to the polls Feb. 13 to choose two new city commissioners. Seven candidates are running for election. All will be present at a forum sponsored by The Islander Thurs- day, Feb. 1, at Anna Maria City Hall. At the forum, voters will get a chance to hear where the candidates stand on issues important to the future of the city. Citizens will get a chance to submit questions for the candidates on forms supplied by The Islander. According to Nancy Bignell, Manatee County's Assistant Supervisor of Elections, there are 1,641 vot- ers eligible to cast ballots in this election. The Islander is holding the forum to help those voters be informed when they go to the polls. The forum will be held at 6:30 p.m., with a half hour to "meet the candidates" followed by the question and answer session. Anna Maria city hall is located at 10005 Gulf Drive. The two top vote-getters will replace Vice Mayor Doug Wolfe and Commissioner Bob Barlow, who chose not to seek re-election. The two-year terms come with a $4,800 annual paycheck. Profiles of the seven candidates follow in alpha- betical order: JASON CIMINO d Jason Cimino, 31, has lived in Anna Maria for four years. He grew up in SMaine, but spent summers with his mother on the Is- S-.. land. S.This is Cimino's third at- tempt at seeking office. '""--'i I He runs Jason & Co., a painting and property Cimino maintenance operation, and he fills in as a manager occasionally at the Waterfront Restaurant when other managers are sick. Cimino is president of Celebrate Anna Maria Inc., a non-profit corporation that sponsors an Octo- ber festival to benefit charitable organizations on the Island. Cimino said he would bring honesty, organiza- tional skills and the ability to follow through and get things done if he were elected to the commission. He favors further study of the parking issue in the city, especially with a closer look at the work done by the parking committee during former Mayor Chuck Shumard's administration. He said higher parking fines and more vigorous patrolling of the beach streets would help. He favors support for the Anna Maria Island Community Center. "We have a mandate for parks and recreation. I went there as a boy," Cimino said. He said he doesn't favor using taxpayer dollars to support other nonprofit organizations. "Let people decide where they want to donate their money themselves," Cimino said. On the issue of the proposed dog beach, Cimino said he is reluctantly opposed. "There seems to be compelling evidence that there may be a problem with bacteria. There could be contamination of the sand and water. We have to put the health and safety of children and citizens above all else," said Cimino. He also expressed concern about allowing dogs on the beach when some already do not follow leash and cleanup laws. Cimino said his most important goal is to do jus- tice to the city of Anna Maria. "I will be straightforward and honest. I will do my homework and preparation. I have no specific agenda," Cimino said, "but I favor looking at the comprehensive plan with the idea of seeing where Anna Maria wants to go. "I will stand up for the citizens of this city," ANNA MARIA ELECTION DAY FEB, 13. POLL OPEN 7 A,M,-7 P.M, Cimino said. CRAMER SLinda L. Cramer, 39, has ,.'-- I lived on the Island for 20 \ years. She has been an Anna Maria City resident for 16 years, but she is a newcomer to politics. Cramer Self-employed, Cramer has operated a paint con- tracting business for 15 years. She has two children, ages 14 and 12. Cramer said she would like to work within guide- lines to maintain the quaint character of the city, mak- ing sure it stays mainly single-family. Cramer said she would like to be a part of the new comprehensive plan. She would like to help create a 10-year vision for the city so that progress is directed, not just something that happens. Cramer says her strengths are that she is a positive person with good communication skills. "I'm good at bringing people together for a better end result for all. We need to work together to accom- plish anything," she said. On the issue of parking in the city, Cramer said she applauds the efforts of the parking committee, and she thinks the report should be given further study. At the same time, she said the city has to bear in mind that if Anna Maria wants county, state, and fed- eral funding for things like beach renourishment, park- ing has to remain available, at least from Oak to Syc- amore streets. "I recognize the problems, especially on the beach- end streets," Cramer said. "Maybe the city could look into buying property to encourage accommodating our residents, our busi- nesses and our tourism. We need to address this to see what's in the best interest of all of us," Cramer said. Cramer said she favors funding the Anna Maria Island Community Center. "It should remain in our budget and stay at a mini- mum of $16,000 annually," she said. "The Center ful- fills the parks and recreation requirements of our com- prehensive plan, and it is a wonderful asset to our com- munity," Cramer said. She said she would have to study further the issue of funding other nonprofits. On the issue of the dog park, Cramer said she sees it as a "field of dreams. If we build it, they will come from the entire Island, from the county and from all over. Cramer said she believes there should be further discussion, but in the end, health and safety should be the most important factors in making a decision about whether or not to have a designated dog beach. Cramer said she would favor bringing city hall into compliance with requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. If elected, Cramer said she would encourage citi- zens to be active in participating in their government. "I will work hard to see that we can all come to- gether in a responsible and respectful manner as we address our issues and try to come to solutions. "We should all have the common goal of serving our city and our citizens," Cramer said. -||pg GEORGE McKAY George McKay, 56, has lived on the Island for more e than 27 years. SI- He grew up in Brooklyn York. McKay served more than 12 years as a commissioner, McKay twice resigning to run for mayor unsuccessfully. He has been in business as a contractor for 15 years as owner of L&M Construction, specializing in resi- dential remodeling. McKay said he feels he has been an effective com- missioner in the past, "not getting caught up in the bureaucracy and drawing people together." He said there is too much friction among commis- sioners now, and he thinks he can help moderate things so no one "gets pig-headed or stubborn. We have to have patience with each other." McKay has served on numerous boards and com- mittees in the community. Currently, he is a member of the city's planning and zoning board. McKay said he enjoys being of service to his com- munity and its residents. On the issue of parking in the city, McKay said he favors doing what the residents want. "If your block wants no parking, then you get no parking," he said. "The parking committee worked hard," McKay said, "but the issue of parking was never solved. You as a resident deserve peace of mind," McKay said, add- ing he thinks it comes down to better enforcement. He favors support for community groups, saying "Not as much as they want, but certainly we should do something for the Center, Turtle Watch, the chamber of commerce, the Historical Society, Island Players and the League of Women Voters. All are worthy of some support whether on a one-time basis like computers in the school or on an ongoing basis." McKay said he is against instituting a designated dog beach. "We do not have the space for a dog beach. There would be problems with parking not to mention ir- responsible owners," McKay said. "We should keep an open mind, though, and sit down and discuss things in a reasonable manner. You can't really make a decision until you know all the facts," he said. McKay said he could bring a sense of continuity and history to the commission since he has served so many years in the past as a commissioner. He also said he is good at getting people to sit down together and really listen to each other. If elected, McKay said he will work hard to "keep our Island a peaceful paradise. We all came here to relax and enjoy. We have to consider that need and the need of our businesses for more traffic," McKay said. He added that the city can't sustain itself with a solely residential tax base, so the commission has to be supportive of local business as well. That is something McKay said he will work hard to accomplish. JOHN MICHAELS SJohn Michaels, 59, has owned property in Anna Maria with wife Elvira since /' 1993. They've lived here since 1995. He lived in Germany be- S \ fore coming here, working as a computer programmer for the Opel division of Michaels General Motors. He retired as vice president and head of risk management for Morgan Guaranty Trust Company's Frankfurt division. Michaels ran for the commission last year, losing by just two votes. He said he was prompted to make a run for a com- mission seat because he "thinks the commissioners we had the last few\ times were pretty bad." He said he would like to serve and put to use his business experience and the tools he has learned man- aging property, resources, and organizational meetings and as a planner -something he says is missing on' the Anna Maria commission. Michaels currently owns and operates Pelican Properties. He is a real estate broker. On the parking issue, Michaels said he thinks the city needs to make an overall plan to deal with the problem. "I have never seen the entire report of the parking committee, and I would like to see it and use it to take a look at the issue. We can't deal with the issue piece- meal we need to make a plan and enforce it," Michaels said. He is in favor of strong support for the Center. "It's the most important institution we have on the Island. It deserves substantive and consistent support from the city," Michaels said. PLEASE SEE ELECTION, PAGE 14 THE ISLANDER 0 JAN. 31, 2001 M PAGE 3 Planners OK beachfront watercraft Meetinrqs By Paul Roat Ralph Cole has jumped the first wave in his race to win the prize of continued operation of his boat rental business on the shore in Bradenton Beach. Planning and Zoning Board members unani- mously recommended approval of his special excep- tion petition to "operate a rental establishment for motorized and nonmotorized watercraft from a loca- tion other than a marina or commercial dock." He hopes to run his personal watercraft and sailboat rental business at 1301 Gulf Drive N. fronting the Silver Surf Motel. Actually, Cole has been operating either at that location or next door at 1325 Gulf Drive N. for years. Last January, city officials cited him for operating without city approval on the grounds that special ex- ceptions are granted to specific property, not a busi- ness, and that by moving next door his rental business was in violation of city codes. Only one resident, Anna O'Brian, spoke on the issue. "Personally, I hate them," she said of personal watercraft. "They're noisy." The planning recommendation will be decided by Free boat tours highlight Perico Island beauty Capt. Joe Webb and a contingent of fishing guides are willing to give folks a free boat ride to show them the pristine shoreline of Perico Island. Webb said he wants people to see first hand the beauty of the island and talk to them about the im- pact high-rise condominiums would have if Arvida's 898-unit project goes through as planned. The tour is on a first-come, first-serve basis, from 1:30-5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 3, and all day Sunday, Feb. 4. beginning at 10 a.m. For more in- Sformation-call Webb at 742-0218. the city commission March 1. Among those deliberat- ing Cole's fate will be his father, Mayor Gail Cole. Historically, city commissioners have balked at permitting personal watercraft rentals at the beach, turning down one application in May 1998 and another in 1994. Cole has produced documents proving he bought the business from Everett Butler in 1982, and has min- utes from city commission meetings dating back to 1980 proving Butler received approval from the city commission to rent sailboats at the beach at 1401 and 1325 Gulf Drive. Building Officials Roger Titus said the business, if approved by city commissioners, will have to meet a number of code requirements, including no fueling on the beach and no motorized vehicles used to transport the vessels on the sand. Titus also pointed out another possible problem Cole will face before the city commission: the size of his personal watercraft. The code says no personal watercraft may be launched in excess of 10 feet in length and carrying more than two people. Cole's boats are longer than 10 feet and carry three people. Perico Island mediation rejected CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 volved so it won't look like Bradenton is the bad guy." Early last year, Schember made her challenge, say- ing the city failed to give enough proper notice before the city council approved amendments to its compre- hensive plan that would allow the city to give the 898- unit project its seal of approval. Schember said in her challenge that she was op- posed to the project because of the added traffic and impact the 2,000 or so residents would create. Hurri- cane evacuation also figured into her challenge, as did Arvida's desire to build 10-story buildings along a shoreline where none now exist. launching in Bradenton Beach Searching for cuisine with international flair? ~/ A EUROPEAN BISTRO BREAKFAST IS BACK ! Breakfast/Brunch/Lunch Tuesday-Sunday from 8 a.m. Dinner from 5:30 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday. (Closed Monday) Formerly Chez Andre ~ New Decor and Wine Bar! ~ Incredible dining without surfside pricing ~ Island Shopping Center ~ 5406 Marina Drive Holmes Beach 941 778 5320 Anna Maria City Feb. 8, 7 p.m., city commission meeting. Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, 708-6130. Bradenton Beach Feb. 1, 7 p.m., city commission meeting. Agenda: first reading on employee ordinance, clarification of Bradenton Beach Club easement, presentation of cer- tificate of completion from Florida League of Cities, Verizon equipment contract renewal, special event re- quest from Hernando deSoto Historical Society, water budget alternative inclusion with Manatee County, planning and zoning board and adjustment board mem- ber appointment and public comment. Feb. 8, 6:30 p.m., board of adjustment meeting on set- back request, 104 Fifth St. S. Bradenton Beach City Hall, 107 Gulf Drive N., 778-1005. Holmes Beach Feb. 7, 7 p.m., parks and beautification committee meeting. Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive, 708-5800. Of Interest Feb. 1, Islander-sponsored Anna Maria City Commis- sion candidate forum, Anna Maria City Hall. Meet the candidates at 6:30 p.m.; forum starts at 7 p.m. Feb. 7, 6 p.m., Island Emergency Operations Center meeting, Holmes Beach City Hall. ManaSota-88 has two lawsuits against the city for its approval of the Arvida project. One says the city illegally zoned the property be- cause amendments to its comprehensive plan had not been approved by the DCA when the council rezoned the property. The other challenges the council for approving the project before the DCA approved amendments to'the comprehensive plan. C: JEWELERS ' (Diamonds Flowers Wine) for Valentine's Day andevery day ~ capture the romance at Jess! I- Free Silver Jewelry Box (a o532 50 1 .' Oi th jr,I puIrchase or f200 o rr r:mre (iihile supplies las , ^. Downtown Bradent::n Fi-ociciil Centr Firit Floo .r Lobby 1401 Manatee Ave. W.. 708-9663 Free Parking Mon. Fri. 9:30 am 5:30 pm Sat. 10 am 5 pm www.jessjewelers.com PAGE 4 0 JAN. 31, 2001 0 THE ISLANDER Cabinet approves natural gas pipeline to port By David Futch Islander Reporter The Florida Cabinet gave its blessing Jan. 23 to a 753-mile natural gas pipeline across the Gulf of Mexico to Port Manatee. The $1.6 billion pipeline is expected to come through the Southwest Channel between Anna Maria Island and Egmont Key and make landfall at the port. Gulfstream Natural Gas expects the pipeline to supply enough fuel to meet the projected growth in Florida's energy demands through 2007. The end of the line is set for near the Martin and Palm Beach county lines. A spur will redirect lines to power plants throughout central and south Florida. Environmentalists like the idea of a natural gas pipeline because it will replace polluting coal with cleaner-burning natural gas at power plants. However, one group thinks the company should change the route that currently is planned to go through the environmentally sensitive Terra Ceia Aquatic Pre- serve. Steve Tyndal, port special projects director, said two hurdles remain before construction begins June 1. One is Federal Trade Commission approval of the divestiture of Gulfstream Holdings so that two compa- nies Duke Energy and Williams Gas Pipeline can buy the pipeline that was initiated by Gulfstream. Second, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commis- sion must give its seal of approval, Tyndal said. That's expected to happen just prior to construction beginning. The port has an agreement with Gulfstream to lease 198 acres of land to the pipeline owners, Tyndal said. Arbor Day check Representatives from Bradenton Beach. Keep Manatee Beautiful and the Florida Division of Forestry met in the city last weekfor Arbor Day. Keep Manatee Beautifid presented the city with a check for $250, which will be used for the purchase of trees in the Bridge Street area. Pictured, from left, are Ed Straight with Keep Manatee Beautiful, Commissioner John Chappie, Melanie McCaleb with Keep Manatee Beautiful, Commis- sioner Berneitra Kays and Senior Forester Jeremy Keller. Islander Ploto: Paul Roar Pd. Pol. Adv, paid by the campaign of John Michaels. Approved by John Michaels The first option was exercised Jan. 1 and the port will receive an initial, non-refundable $1.5 million deposit, he said. The pipeline will be built starting in three different locations in the Gulf, Tyndal said. Landside construction will start at the port and go east to Fort Pierce with spurs traveling north and south to service power plants and industrial users. Gulfstream plans to deliver pipe to the port by March, Tyndal said, and construction is scheduled to start June 1. The pipeline is expected to employ 1,000 people in Manatee County, most of them welders, pipe fitters and construction workers. "A lot of these people will be brought in, but there will be a number of jobs, particularly construction jobs, for people who live in Manatee County," Tyndal said. "Over the lifetime of the project 50 years the economic impact is expected to total $1.6 billion, ac- cording to Gulfstream figures. The impact on the port is $10 to $12 million during construction," he said. ManaSota-88 Chairman Glenn Compton has mixed feelings about the pipeline. "I'm all in favor of natural gas replacing coal in power plants," Compton said. "My concern is the pipe- line is going through 2.3 miles of the Terra Ceia Aquatic Preserve. I'm not sure they've chosen the least damaging route for their pipeline. I don't know if the tradeoff is worth it, because the route they're taking is through the most sensitive area in the southern Tampa Bay area." The aquatic preserve includes places like Terra Ceia Bay and Joe Bay east of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Both are considered the prime breeding grounds for snook. Compton said there are two routes that would take the pipeline north of the preserve and nearer the Sun- shine Skyway Bridge. However, Gulfstream decided it didn't want to go that way because of the busy Tampa Bay shipping lane and potential future dredging. Compton has until Feb. 6 to file an objection to the Cabinet's decision. John Michaels for Anna Maria Commissioner Please gie me your aote on Februar U13th. In return, I'll give you dedication, a businesslikt approval to cit) government and un eair for oru needs. JRnna Maria Island jrts & Craffts Show Make plans to come! Saturday & Sunday Feb. 3 & 4 10-4:30 t^> Located in the Holmes Beach City Hall Field (Off Marina Drive) Artists & Crafters from 22 different states! Admission and parking are FREE On-site lectures provided by the Wildlife Education Rehabilitation Center. Stop by the booth nd visit the birds! LINDA L. CRAMER for Commissioner o Anna Maria City "Bringing Unity Within Our Comm17unity" S' I believe in consideration to our '. citizens and their issues. -*' ,* I believe in open communication. 7 I will work towards our city's common goals. Please vote Linda Cramer Feb. 13 Pd. Pol. Adv. for the campaign for Linda Cramer. Approved by Linda Cramer I THE ISLANDER 0 JAN. 31, 2001 0 PAGE 5 Fence doesn't make for good neighbors in Bradenton Beach Fencing installed around property at 17th Street North in Bradenton Beach has caused a furor among neighbors. The fence surrounds the three-plus-acre property owned by Harry Nikias and Lynn Hazlett. The pair had hoped to build 44 townhouses on the site until city of- ficials rejected a needed street vacation in November. Now, plans are pending for what will go onto the Gulf Drive-to-Anna-Maria-Sound property, the Bradenton Beach Club. The fencing is a requirement for construction on the site, according to city officials. However, Island Inn owners contended last week the fence was installed on city, not developers,' property. "The fence is legal, it is on the correct property line," said Bradenton Beach Police Lt. John Cosby. He said the city apparently partly paved the street years ago and, in the paving process, encroached onto land that was not dedicated as a public street. As a result, the fence appears to be on the street, but it isn't. Another problem that has resulted is that parking along the fence is actually parking in public right of way, Cosby added, and police will be ticketing cars found there. "No Parking" signs were installed to in- form motorists of the of the parking restriction and impending tickets. The issue is on the Feb. I city commission agenda. The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. in city hall, 107 Gulf Drive N. Island Inn owner Sharon Williams said the fence is causing a great deal of trouble for customers who park at her restaurant and try to back out. There just isn't enough room, she said. Normal road width in Bradenton Beach is 40 feet. Williams said she and her husband measured the road outside the kitchen entrance to the Inn at 20 feet. "This is absurd, a traffic hazard and a real bad situ- ation," Williams said. "I was hoping my new neighbors would be good neighbors. It's getting ugly. They're .putting up a spite fence because the city wouldn't va- cate the street for them so they could build what they want." Williams said the open, three-acre site for years has Don't fence me in Island Inn owners are upset about the fence installed on property adjacent to their restaurant at 1701 Gulf Drive N. in Bradenton Beach. The fence is legal, according to city officials, and people parking along the fence will be parking on cir' right of way and subject to tickets. Islander Photo: David Futch been used as a parking lot for people headed to the beach just across Gulf Drive. Williams added that another problem she and folks who live in Bradenton Beach have with the project is the density. "There are a number of people upset over this project," Williams said. "There's progress and then there's progress. 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The pro- posed lane addition will bring the road closer to homes and businesses by six feet on each side of Cortez Road, and that's not acceptable, residents argued. Officials said the plan is financed and it's a "go" in 2001-02. "It was a farce from the word go," remarked one long-time Cortez resident. The best Cortez got in the way of concessions was DOT District Engineer Ralph Mervine's "We'll see what we can do." To which more than one Cortezian rejoined, "We've heard that before." Hear, hear, DOT. Cortez and Anna Maria Island are accustomed to government's high-handed ways thanks to your high-bridge proposals. Tempers flare The heat was on last week when the Anna Maria City Commission voted to purchase two new pickup trucks. The vote was 3-2, as we've come to expect. It might be called the insistent-enough-to-spend- tax-dollars trio versus the adamant-to-spend-no-tax- dollars duo. It surely heated up the usual suspects in the gallery, who made no bones about expressing their displeasure at the meeting and throughout the following week. One vexed resident now calls city hall numerous times each day to inquire if staff has "cut the check yet." Impeachment and recall are terms frequently ban- died about. We're reminded of a political dictum whereby the responsibility of the elected official is to make some- times tough decisions for the good of all decisions which the majority may disagree with. But that doesn't cool any tempers. More heat Parents and players at a recent youth basketball game at the Anna Maria Island Community Center Thie Islander Jan. 31, 2001 Vol. 9, No. 12 V Publisher and Editor Bonner J. Futch V Editorial Paul Roat, News Editor Gretchen Edgren Jack Egan David Futch Jim Hanson Laurie Krosney Ann McGrath V Contributors Gib Bergquist Diana Bogan Kent Chetlain Doug Dowling V Advertising Sales Rebecca Barnett Shona S. Otto V Accounting, Classified Advertising and Subscriptions Dee Ann Harmon V Production Graphics Carrie Price Elaine Stroili V Distribution Rob Ross Mary Stockmaster Single copies free. Quantities of five or more: 25 cents each. Island Shopping Center, 5404 Marina Drive Holmes Beach FL 34217 E-mail: news @ islander.org FAX 941 778-9392 PHONE 941 778-7978 SLICK apparently lost their cool, too. With a player evicted by referees, the parents got into a fracas and officials had to separate them twice. This recalls a few indoor soccer games where play- ers came to fisticuffs not a first in soccer. But, sad to see nonetheless at youth games. We can also remember a few Little League games with cursing coaches one who went so far as to quit Opinion Perico Island boom or bust? The Perico Island high-rise development is far from a boom to the city of Bradenton. The developer, Arvida, a St. Joe Company located in northern Florida, commissioned a study by Fishkind and Associates which claims that the city of Bradenton and Manatee County will receive millions of dollars in tax revenue, but need to spend only a fraction of it to provide services for the new development, thus creat- ing a surplus in our government coffers. One does not need a Ph.D. to figure out that a study commissioned and paid for by a developer would tend to support the interests of said developer. However, two studies done in 1996 concerning Hillsborough and Collier counties show the opposite, that residential development is not beneficial to the taxpayer. To quote the Hillsborough County study, "...every time agricultural land is replaced with a hous- ing development, a small surplus is replaced with a large deficit." This means that we who already live here end up footing the bill for new developments built on formerly agricultural land. According to these two studies, if the northern part of Perico Island had been left as Geraldson's Farm, it would have continued to generate a net surplus for the county. That's what farms do. On the other hand, housing development does not pay for itself. That's why taxes are cheaper in rural Oklahoma than in New York City or suburban Chi- cago. Cities get into debt precisely because residential T TOL.D TmeAM I1 WAS T -i'E, T = Fi5I4 or. CjUT T% Ot4O r"THE6 T R.-L.AIME TS5, ,... OMG, OU71stOKL WOuGM0 W, s.\It42Gr TO AME AS g s ... )Wf T 90 5 T AT MEAt 4 /Q \ O | 0PARY|- and walk off the field. It's a shamTRe. And it not a good example for young players. What gives? |- R By Egan and walk off the field. It's a shame. And it's not a good example for young players. What gives? It's a drought. The bay is empty. It's as if changes in latitudes make for changes in attitudes. Still, we have one thing in common: Anna Maria, we love you. development-causes a deficit. Even if the study by Fishkind and Associates were true, the Arvida project is still not "quality growth," to quote Mr. Hill, a spokesperson for the developer. The main problem with the project stems from packing too many people into an environmentally sensitive, high-haz- ard flood plain at three units per acre, thereby creating evacuation, traffic, and hurricane insurance concerns. Furthermore, the natural vista would be marred by hi-rise structures towering over the landscape forevermore. Ann Rogers, Bradenton Open beach for a romp In regard to our animal friends on the beach: My dog is my very best friend and I'd like to take my best friend for a romp on the beach. I'm all for it. Robin Rhodes, Holhnes Beach Special thanks Thank you to The Islander for honoring me as your "Islander of the Year." I was so surprised when a friend called and told me. To see the lovely article you had written really meant a lot to me! I love living on Anna Maria Island and being a part of our special community so this is truly special. A special thank you to all of you at The Islander for your constant and never-ending support of the Anna Maria Island Butterfly Park. Nancv Ambrose, Holnes Beach THE ISLANDER 0 JAN. 31, 2001 0 PAGE 7 OPilmon Dog beach may pose health threat As an animal lover, it is easy for me to under- stand how dog owners would find it appealing to have a "dog beach" where they can take their animals to romp on the sand and swim in the waters that sur- round our beautiful island. However, as an Occupa- tional and Environmental Medicine physician, I must warn that there are public health and environmental issues that are far more important and must be given serious consideration. There will always be some individuals that will shirk their responsibility and not clean up after their pet. There will be times when a dog will defecate close to the water's edge and the wave motion will wash the feces into the bay before the owner can use their scooper. Even when a responsible owner cleans up after their animal, there will remain a residue of the feces in the sand. Also, consider all of the dog urine that cannot be collected from the sand. The most popular time for human to use our beaches is during the summer. The most popular time for pet owners to use the "dog beach" will be the summer. Bacteria grows fastest during the hot weather. This is a formula for a public health prob- lem. The proposed area for the "dog beach" is the small area north of the Historic Anna Maria City Pier, just south of the public beach that runs along the Bay Front Park. The Bay Front Park beach has the highest concentration of swimmers and beachgoers in the City of Anna Maria. As the tide is going out, all of the residual feces and coliform bacteria from the "dog beach" will be washed along the beaches from the city pier to the tip of Bean Point. What will happen to the reputation of beautiful, pristine Anna Maria if the public beach is closed to swimming because of elevated bacteria counts? The health department has already found unhealthy lev- els of bacteria from fecal material along the Palma Sola Causeway where dogs are now permitted. Tom Quinn, D.O., Anna Maria City Area doesn't need another dog beach I was aghast to read that there was even consid- eration of a dog beach in Anna Maria. I have seen the dog beach (also Noise Beach, Grill Beach, Horse Beach and Police-by-the-Car-Load Beach) on the Palma Sola Causeway. That may be a great combi- nation for the causeway, but not for Anna Maria. Ms. Moller and Ms. Crawford seem to believe that all of the other dog beaches in existence or pro- posed at the various locations mentioned during the council meeting were some sort of justification for adding another on Anna Maria. Unfortunately, in citing these other locations, they have just destroyed their case. With that many dog beaches in the area, there is no need for an additional one in Anna Maria. Ms. Adams of Bradenton Beach (!) was quoted in the newspaper as having stated, "If people pick up af- ter their dogs, there isn't a problem." Well, Ms. Adams, I don't run in Bradenton Beach, but I do hit the streets of Anna Maria in my running shoes regularly, and I can attest that dog owners are not complying with the or- dinance of keeping dogs on a line. If the compliance rate for clean up on the dog beach were comparable, there would be many mounds of brown "clay" squishing between the toes of people on the beach. Moreover, many non-resident dog owners, say from Bradenton Beach, who would be drawn to the beach, would not realize that dogs were restricted to one particular area. Soon we would have compliance problems all over the Island, and there would not be enough officers to patrol for violators. If Ms. Moller's desire for a close-by dog beach is so important to her, why did she choose to move here? She is like someone who buys a house next to an airport and complains about the noise from air- craft. The lack of dogs on the beaches is one of the reasons I bought a house on Anna Maria. I was particularly amused at the concept of ask- ing people with opinions on the matter to write to Ms. Moller, the prime promoter of the scheme. Guess what her report of the numbers of supporters will be like. There won't be any hanging chads on that count. Here is my two-point proposal: (1) deny the dog beach; (2) increase the fine for dogs found on beaches to $500. Oh, and by the way, ask anyone with an opinion on my proposal to write to me. That way I can give you an accurate count of supporters and detractors. Robert J. Schindler, Anna Maria City Anna Maria's proposed dog beach defended I'd like to address.the issue of health hazards in regards to dogs on a beach. I have been in touch with officials involved in the continuous observation of Palma Sola Bay. The information I have obtained is: The reason for pollution in Palma Sola Bay is directly related to storm-water runoff. In other words, people, lawns, etc., not pet re- lated pollution are to blame. Perhaps it's time we humans took responsibility for the damage we are doing to our environment and stop blaming it on all the other creatures that struggle to share it with us. I urge all those in favor of a dog beach to write to Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria, FL 34218. Cindy Moller, Anna Maria City We'd love to mail you the news! 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"We've lived, loved and fished here all our lives. And now FISH is here to preserve our heritage and we want your help." Specifically, FISH needs money to complete the purchase of 95-acre Schewe property immediately east of Cortez. FISH got the deal of the century when Schewe sold the waterfront property to the organization for $250,000. Most of the land 72 acres is mangroves and wetlands, while 23 acres are uplands that could have been turned into condominiums had FISH not intervened. The group also needs more volunteers to help clean up the property that for years was used as a dumping ground for everything from concrete blocks to garbage to refrigerators. One person at the meeting said they didn't have any money to contribute. FISH's Linda Molto and Fulford said, "Well, then you can give us your energy. Go get your friends and some trash bags and help us clean up the Schewe property." FISH treasurer Karen Bell said she needs help painting booths for the Cortez Commercial Seafood Festival Feb. 17-18, an event that draws 15,000 to 20,000 people every year. FISH currently has 102 members from Cortez to the Island to Jacksonville to New York to Maryland and Minnesota. FISH member and Cortez artist Molto gave a slide presentation of the Schewe property. "It has some really definable paths and a lot of pine trees along with two lagoons," Molto said. "The eastern portion of the property is beautiful with a lot of different places to go and a lot more variety in plant life than the western portion. The mangroves are so dense along the shoreline, there's no way to get access to the property from the water." The FISH office is in the old Fulford Fish House and can be reached at (941) 795-7593. The address is FISH, P.O. Box 606, Cortez, FL 34215. "This Schewe property was appealing," Fulford said. "They just about gave it to us. I got to thinking about Perico Island and what Arvida has planned for it with 10-story condominiums and I didn't want that to happen to the Schewe property. If we can save it, it will be a glad happening. We want you folks to help us preserve it." FISH's Fulford talks up Cortez When Thomas "Blue" Fulford of the Florida Insti- tute for Saltwater Heritage in Cortez talks, folks listen. He spoke last week at a FISH meeting about the importance of citizen involvement to preserve Cortez as one of the last fishing villages left in Florida. Islander Photo. David Futch z. ichey Chocolates i 1Ftine i Homemade Candies Don't let the everyday get in the way of romance. Remember your sweetie for Valentine's Day! Decorative heart boxes full of assorted chocolates. Delicious fudge and over a hundred different pieces of chocolate to choose from! Come to Richey's for the best dark chocolate! Open Mon-Thurs 10 am-7 pm, Fri & Sat 10 am -9 pm 7200 Cortez Rd. 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At the request of Commissioner Jay Hill, Welch prepared an inventory of the city's entire fleet of ve- hicles with a report on condition, trade-in value, and projected replacement and recommended replace- ment date for each vehicle. In his report, Welch suggested that the city pur- chase two Ford F-150 pickups from Gator Ford at a cost of $3 1,946 for both vehicles. Commissioner Tom Skoloda said he had con- cerns about the proposed purchase. "We seem to be replacing vehicles with full-size Fora B tterN) ight'sSleep Chiro Deluxe Twin Set..... $249 Full Set ...... $299 Queen Set .. $399 King Set ..... $599 Emeror Ultimate Plush Pillow Top Twin Set ..... 399 Full Set ...... S499 Queen Set .. $599 King Set ..... $799 Twin Set..... S499 Full Set ...... S599 Queen Set .. $799 King Set ..... $999 Mon. thru Sat. 10-7 Sunday 12-6 752-5825 3326 Cortez Rd. W. Bradenton i 9- Cortez & 34th St. Across from Bank of America C9 Fashions For Any Occasion... 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She explained that it cuts out at intersections and can't be fixed. "We don't use that type of truck every day," Beck said, "But we need it for tree trimming, for red tide cleanup or for picking up seaweed after a storm. "It has always been a limited-use vehicle, but we need it, because high water gets into the batteries of smaller trucks, so we use this in storm cleanup," Beck said. Hill said he was opposed to the purchase of the Fords. He said he felt one of the existing pickups should be replaced by a sedan and that the purchases should perhaps be made through the Florida Purchase Plan, where a similar Dodge pickup is listed for $13,200. Hill said the purchase of two pickups through the plan would result in a $5,600 savings over the truck prices from Gator Ford. Mayor Gary Deffenbaugh said, "Fords last longer." Welch said he had checked on the Internet and found that the current Ford models have better main- tenance records with more customer satisfaction than the Dodge trucks. "We need to study this further. We need more public input," said Hill. Commissioner Bob Barlow noted that the dis- cussion about truck purchases had been going on for several months, dating back to the summer budget discussions. "We asked staff to come up with recommenda- tions and ideas of what was of immediate concern and what is needed in the future," Barlow said. "They have done that. They came up with some rec- ommendations that seem reasonable. "The recommendations are less than we bud- geted, because of residual value from the vehicles we are getting rid of," said Barlow. Barlow said the commission should look long and hard at the staff recommendations as they are the people who have to work with the fleet. Welch said, "This is not a personal issue for staff, we just want to do what is best for the city and the citizens." Chuck Webb, a candidate for the city commis- sion and a member of the Air Force reserve, said the military donates used equipment to cities. Deffenbaugh asked him to look into the matter and get back to him. Commissioner Doug Wolfe then made a motion for the city to purchase the two Ford trucks, and the mayor seconded his motion. The motion to purchase the Fords passed by a vote of 3-2 with Hill and Skoloda voting against the purchase. Several members of the gallery expressed dissat- isfaction with the commission vote. Resident Carol Ann Magill scolded the commis- sioners who voted for the purchase. "I totally cannot imagine how you could sit here, listen to what was said and vote the way you did. I am happy two of the commissioners will not be sit- ting up there in two-and-a-half weeks." (100% soft) try them on and feel the difference FREE MONTH STORAGE RENTAL NEW FACILITY CONVENIENTLY LOCATED Monthly Pest Control Video Surveillance 24-Hour Code Access Many Different Sizes Minutes from Beach 761-9304 / RENT YOUR OWN STORAGE SPACE iJ J Po 6801 Cortez Rd. 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West 798-9585 Announcements Islandfest at Holmes Beach Saturday and Sunday The fifth annual Anna Maria Islandfest will be Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 3 and 4, at the field adjacent to Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive. The arts and crafts festival will be for the benefit of the Wildlife Education & Rehabilitation Center Inc., which will present a display and lectures. Artists and crafters from 22 states will be participat- ing in this year's event, according to Donna Powell of Sunset Boulevard Promotions, which stages the Islandfest. Along with the visiting entrants will be local art- ists, she said, offering a wide mix of jewelry, fine art, photography, clothing and crafts. Hours are 10 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. both days. Ad- mission and parking are free. Further information may be obtained at 927-0692. Feasting on Figaro "A Viennese Sampler" will be the theme of the Feb. 4 performance of the Anna Maria Island Commu- nity Orchestra in a combined performance with the Sarasota Youth Opera Treble Chorus. Michael Haigler will help lead his young singers a 35-member group com- Si uprising boys of unchanged F voices and girls. They are one of several groups he trains as music director of the Sarasota Youth Opera program. Haigler The concert will fea- ture some popular operatic pieces, including "The Marriage of Figaro," "The Magic Flute" and "Hansel and Gretel." Included are works of Gluck, Mozart, Beethoven and Johann Strauss Jr. Members of the Anna Maria Island Community Cho- rus will not participate in the event. They are preparing instead for March and April concerts, when they will sing Handel's "Messiah," Parts II and III, and Bach's "Magnificat." The Sunday, Feb. 4 concert will be at 2 p.m. at Island Baptist Church in Anna Maria. A $10 donation is re- quested. Poetry, arts and crafts due for woman's club Poetry readings and an arts and crafts exhibit will be featured at a potluck luncheon of the Woman's Club of Anna Maria Island at noon Wednesday, Feb. 7, at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria City. Chief hostess Agnes Tooker will be assisted by Barbara Zerby, Irene Flinn, Lucette Gerry, Ann Koerner and Edythe Richardson. Members are to bring table service for themselves and their guests. Details may be obtained at 778-7865. Last days of muck farms shown in museum exhibit The last harvest on central Florida's muck farms, the end of an era in agriculture in the state, is displayed in an exhibit open now at the Anna Maria Island His- torical Society's museum. The exhibit, by the Florida Humanities Council, is titled "The Last Harvest: A History and Tribute to the Life and Work of Farm Workers on Lake Apopka." It records the work of people from many ethnic and cultural backgrounds who made their living on the farms, providing vegetables for Florida, the eastern United States, Canada, Belgium and Ireland. The exhibit uses a photo documentary technique with images of the workers and their community taken prima- rily by children of the laborers and Americorps volunteers. The result, said the historical society, "is a multi-dimen- sional, true-to-life account of people at their very difficult jobs and a variety of everyday activities." The farms closed July 1, 1998, drastically affecting the lives of the 2,500 farm workers and their families. The museum is at 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria City. It is open free of charge from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. ev- ery Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. Details may be obtained at 778-0492. Lester challenge reaches almost $75,000 Islanders came through like gangbusters again when Charles and Joey Lester of Holmes Beach said they would match dollar-for-dollar up to $25,000 for the Anna Maria Island Com- munity Center endowment fund. Folks almost doubled the figure during the 2000 Christmas holidays, offering to meet the challenge. With the Lesters kicking in $25,000, the to- tal take for the fund drive sponsored by The Is- lander came to $74,295. That last $200 came from Robin Litton and Joseph Leon, who made a high bid on a steel, 32- by-31-inch "Fishtree" sculpture donated to the cause by artist Woody Candish of Anna Maria. The Islander newspaper and the Lesters have partnered for four years in the annual fund drive at no cost to the Center and requiring no staff assistance. The drive has produced more than $250,000 for the endowment, a perpetual funding source for the Center established by the Lesters in 1994. The Center provides critical human services and provided more than 1.5 million hours of ser- vice to 3,400-plus Island residents last year. Donations to the trust are tax deductible. To mail your contribution, make your check payable to the Anna Maria Island Community Center En- dowment Trust, P.O. Box 253, Anna Maria, FL 34216. Writers meeting Monday The Gulf Coast Writers group will meet at 10:15 a.m. Monday, Feb. 5, at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Sue-ellen Wolfonder, author of "Chocolate for the Lover's Heart," will discuss writing resources. Details are avail- able at 761-9036. Five Islanders sing Saturday with Sweet Adelines Five Anna Maria Island women will be singing in two presentations of the "Barbershop Goes Holly- wood" show Saturday in Neel Auditorium on the Manatee Community College campus, 5840 26th St. W., Bradenton. They are members of the Magic of Manatee Sweet Adelines chorus, and this is the group's annual big show. It features songs from Hollywood favorites. Joining the Sweet Adelines will be the Jurassic Larks of Des Moines, Iowa. men's barbershop interna- tional senior quartet champions of 1998. Sweet Adelines from the Island are Sandy Kuntz, Marge Malin, Barbara Marcheck, Jeanette Rothberg and Marilyn Shirley. The shows are at 2 and 7 p.m., with the afternoon presentation already sold out. Further information on tick- ets for the evening show may be obtained at 756-7609. Island getaway is featured prize at fashion show A "getaway to your own island" will be awarded as top prize at the annual fashion show/luncheon of the Women's Resource Center of Manatee on Valentine's Day, Feb. 14. Tickets are available from the center, 1407 55th Ave. W., Bradenton FL 34207, by phone at 727-0131 or by fax to 751-0131. Tickets are $35 each and tables of eight are available, said Cindy Daughtery, develop- ment director. The big prize is a weekend at the newly remodeled Tortuga Inn in Bradenton Beach. Other prizes include "a day at the spa" and a $250 gift certificate from a jewelry store, as well as many others, Daughtery said. Raffle tickets will be available at the fashion show and luncheon. The fashions will be by Jennifer's, South Porch of Kesten's and Dress Me Up Children's Shop. The event will start at 11:30 a.m. at El Conquista- dor Country Club, 4359 El Conquistador Parkway, Bradenton. Head to Toe Salon Mastercutters: Marjorie. Debra, Sue, Maryann and Kay Full Service Hair Salon Offering Natural Manicures and Pedicures The Largest Selection of Professional Products in the Area 3220 East Bay Drive lHolmes Beach 778-0431 Workshop on clear writing is under way at Center A four-week workshop on clear writing of letters, e-mail or memoirs is being offered Friday, Feb. 2, and succeeding Fridays at the Anna Maria Island Commu- nity Center. Registration may be made with Sandee Pruett at 778-1908 or at the Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria City. The workshop, which meets from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., is conducted by Diana Milesko. Cost is $16 for members, $20 non-members. Murphy to give demonstration of beading at Gallery West Island Gallery West will host a free demonstration by Irene Murphy from 10 a.m. until noon Saturday, Feb. 3, at the gallery. 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. She will demonstrate the art of beading, and will answer questions from visitors to the gallery. Details may be obtained at 778-6648. Digital fine art exhibit coming to art league The Digital Fine Artists Association's exhibit is coming to the Anna Maria Art League's gallery for a February showing, with the opening reception Friday, Feb. 2. The reception will be from 5:30 until 7:30 p.m. at the gallery, 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach. Ginger White, director of the league, said digital art is the newest and most exciting art medium today. The exhibit will be at the gallery until Feb. 28. Gallery hours are 8:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Tuesday through Fri- day. Details are available at 778-2099. Watercolors, roses on agenda at Palma Sola Park "Watercolors for Beginners" and "Growing Roses in Florida" are topics of two programs this week at Palma Sola Botanical Park, 9800 17th Ave. NW, Bradenton. The watercolor class will be from 10 a.m. until noon Friday, Feb. 2, with wildlife/nature artist Julie Claudel Stewart instructing. Canadian-born, she first exhibited in Wisconsin at age 22 and now, 26 years and wide recognition later, continues her work here. She has taught adults and children on Anna Maria Island. Rose selection, planting, irrigation, maintenance, fertilization, pests and pruning will be part of the class taught by rose grower Russ Bowermaster from 10 a.m. until noon Saturday, Feb. 3. Further information on courses, registration and fees may be obtained by calling 722-2966. Parent group meeting Parents' problems in disciplining their children will be taken up at a parent-support group meeting at 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 1, at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria City. Therapist Shirley Romberger will lead the work- shop. Details are available at 778-1908. wi !sarl' -',. -. Demonstration Monday Anna Maria Artist Ken Snyder shows the deft touch he will demonstrate at a meeting of the Artists Guild of Anna Maria Island at 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 5, at the Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. He will demonstrate figures and proportions in pastels. Further information is available at 778-7923. Boating skills, seamanship classes start Tuesday Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 81 will conduct classes in boating skills and seamanship starting Tues- day, Feb. 6, at Manatee Technical Institute, 5603 34th St. W., Bradenton. There will be seven sessions on consecutive Tues- days and Thursdays from 7 to 9 p.m. The only fee is for materials. Interested persons may register and obtain further information at 778-6768 and 798-9544. Winning history projects exhibited at museum The three Island-related projects that won their category at the Manatee County History Fair are on display at the Anna Maria Island Historical Society's museum, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria City. The winner by Nuriye Salahudin and Kristen Paris, sixth-graders at Bradenton Academy, is a display of early Island pictures and newspaper clippings. Kimberly Kuizon, an eighth grader at St. Joseph Catholic School, fashioned a rotary pedestal titled "Pete Reynard's Salad Bar," memorializing one of the former restaurant's feature attractions. Elyse Huss, St. Stephen's Episcopal School fifth- grader, made a three-dimensional exhibit based on early settlers, the school, airstrip, Jack Holmes and mayors. Further information is available at 778-0492. 'Swing Era' concert Tuesday at Longboat art center A concert/lecture titled "The Swing Era" will be presented by Al Hixon and musical helpers at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 6, at the Longboat Key Center for the Arts, 6860 Longboat Drive. This is the second in a series tracing the history and evolution of jazz. Appearing Tuesday with drummer Hixon will be Allan Vache, clarinet, and Davy Jones, trumpet. Details on the concert and ticket information may be obtained at 383-2345. Obituaries Richard Raymond McCormick Richard Raymond McCormick, 62, of Palmetto, died Jan. 22. Born in Pittsburgh, Mr. McCormick came to Manatee County from there 50 years ago. He owned and operated a service station in Holmes Beach at Gulf and Marina drives from 1985 to 1990, and a service station on Longboat Key in Longbeach Vil- lage from 1990 to 1995. He served in the U.S. Navy. He was a member of the Moose Lodge in Bradenton and the Elks of Palmetto. He was Protestant. Visitation was Jan. 24 and services Jan. 25. Memo- rial contributions may be made to H. Lee Moffit Can- cer Center Foundation, 12902 Magnolia Drive, Tampa FL 33612. Palmetto Funeral Home and Crematory was in charge of arrangements. He is survived by wife Ruth E.; daughter Candy Pence of Bradenton; and a grandchild. Henry 'Hank' W. Niesiobedzki Henry "Hank" W. Niesiobedzki, 82, of Bradenton, died Jan. 27. Born in Terryville, Conn., Mr. Niesiobedzki came to Manatee County from New Britain, Conn., in 1947. IHe was the owner and operator of Hank's Barber Shop in Holmes Beach. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a member of American Legion Kirby Stewart Post 24 in Bradenton. He was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Visitation and services were Jan. 30. A funeral mass will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 31, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 3100 26th St. W., Bradenton. Brown and Sons Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. He is survived by wife Margaret S.; daughters Helen M. and Linda N. 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The small ad offered moorage for boats up to 50 feet in Cortez Cove Marina, part of the old Sigma fish house property which Rivolta Marine is converting to a boat interior design and renovation shop. At least part of its work will be on 38-foot boats that Rivolta Marine is building at Port Manatee. Green reacted strongly to any suggestion of a commercial marina there, saying boats being towed into the area would inconvenience Cortez residents, zoning would not allow such use, manatees and oys- ter beds just offshore would be threatened, pleasure boats and the village's commercial fishing boats were not compatible, and no public hearings were held on a marina. Storm said a marina was one use Rivolta Marine was contemplating for the old fish house basin, but no decision on its disposition had been reached. 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Advice and aid in preparation of tax forms warms up during the pre-April 15 tax deadline, with AARP tax assistance offered Thursdays, Feb. I through 22, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. and on Friday, Feb. 2, 16 and 23 from 1 until 4 p.m. and Friday, Feb. 9, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. On Mon- days, Feb. 5, 12 and 26, VITA tax assistance is offered from 5 to 7:45 p.m. In addition, a seminar on how to handle tax demands on intangibles will be at 10:15 Wednesday, Feb. 14. Monday, Feb. 5, 12 and 26, a class titled Intro to the Internet will begin at 8:30 a.m., with registration necessary by calling 778-6341. Tuesday, Feb. 6, Linda O'Connor-Levy will present a program on "The Quilting Mystique" at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13, the Friends Focus on Mature drivers, it's our policy to save you money. hen you iInsure I your c.I withl us, through A\u o-L v,'ncIN I insura.1 Cc Coman|),n'V, w,.,'ll SI\aC \'ou mionICV! 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Tuesday Feb. 6 through 27 a veterans' ser- vice officer will meet with clients from 1 -to 4 p.m., only by appointment which may be made by call- ing 749-3030. Wednesday Feb. 7 through 28 will have Family Storytime at 7 p.m. On Wednesday, Feb. 21, the Friends Book Club will meet at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 10, the annual book sale by the Friends of the Island Library will be from 10 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, Jim Hyndman will present a travel lecture and slide show, "Cruising the His- toric Mediterranean," at 2:30 p.m. All of these event will be at the library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. The phone there is 778-6341. The library opens at 10 a.m. daily except Sunday, closing at 8 p.m. Monday and Wednes- day, 6 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, 5 p.m. Fri- day and Saturday. EVERYTHING UNDER THE SUN Garden Cethtre & Market LANDSCAPING IRRIGATION MULCH, SHELL. 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ICFC057518 S 5362 Gulf Dr., Holmes Beach 10 Episcopal Church Women to hear pre-Lenten talk The Episcopal Women of the Church of the An- nunciation will hear a pre-Lenten address by the Rev. Father Jack Hyde, rector, on Thursday, Feb. 1. The meeting will be at the church, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, at 10:15 a.m. following Eucha- rist and Holy Unction, which begin at 9:30 a.m. Lun- cheon will follow the program. The business meeting will include plans for the annual white elephant sale, scheduled Feb. 10 at the church. Reservations for the luncheon may be made and further information obtained at 778-1638. Four-week 'Family History' workshop starts Monday Author Andrew Clyde Little will show interested Islanders "how to bring family names to life and make dates more meaningful" in a four-week workshop at the Anna Maria Island Community Center. The course, titled "Family History," will have its beginning Monday, Feb. 5, from 9:15 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Registration is requested through Sandee Pruett at 778-1908. Cost is $40. All classes will be at the Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria City. Reception scheduled Sunday for Artists-in-Waiting A public reception for its Artist-in-Waiting show will be hosted by the Artists Guild of Anna Maria Is- land from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 4, at the guild's gallery, 5414 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. The February exhibit will preview artists whose works will be highlighted and shown during the year. Further information may be obtained at 778-6694. Holmes Beach man finishes watercraft operator course Army Reserve Pvt. Jacob D. Smith of Holmes Beach has graduated from the watercraft operator advanced train- ing course at Fort Eustis in Newport News, Va. Smith. son of Norma L. Frasier of Holmes Beach, is a 1996 graduate of Manatee High School. LOitLBOATC ISLA[IO COApOtJL Rev. 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She recently opened a boutique on Longboat Key, KK's ARTique, 3172 Gulf of Mexico Drive. Details of the exhibits are available at 778- 6341. The library opens at 10 a.m. daily except Sunday and closes at 8 p.m. Monday and Wednesday, 6 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday and at 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday. LONGBOAT PACKAGE & VIDEO 6850 GULF OF MEXICO DR. 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"The western part of Manatee County and Anna Maria Island itself aren't at high risk, but the eastern part of the county and the rest of the state are tinder- dry," Cave said. "We are actually seeing fire conditions that we don't generally experience until May at the end of the dry season," Cave said. "We have a very high drought index." Florida has experienced 300-400 fires statewide already this year, which Cave said is a very high num- ber. Cave said the smoke covered most of the central and southwest part of the state. "In the winter, when we get these cold fronts, the atmospheric conditions are ripe for widespread disper- sion of smoke," Cave said. "At night when the winds die down and it's cold, the smoke goes straight up and then cools and comes back down covering a wide area. "When our afternoon sea breezes kick in, or when we get any wind out of the west, the smoke from this fire will blow to the east," he said. But, according to Cave, Islanders will likely expe- rience the effects of other fires around the state for sev- eral months to come, depending on atmospheric con- ditions. Vdl en-tine' D0 SpeCial! A dozen long-stemmed roses and a one hour in-home Swedish massage gift certificate ... Licensed massage therapist " Dina Stewart, MA#32272 \ i 6834 Gulf of Mexico Drive Longboat Key 941-383-3147 877-545-6777 Absolut Vodka 800 or Citron 1.75a $28.99 r- PAGE 14 1 JAN. 31, 2001 P THE ISA.NIER Election CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2 Michaels said the strengths he would bring to the Anna Maria commission are his years of experience in managing businesses, organizations and people. "I know how to budget. I have worked on project teams and understand the dynamics of the kind of in- teraction the commission needs. "Maybe I could bring a kind of softening so we won't see so many egos and hidden agendas. Those should be checked in the lobby," Michaels said. If elected, Michaels said he will work to keep the city and its citizens in his mind at all times. He said he would work hard and "hold the line," which he feels is necessary "to keep the character of Anna Maria." DIANA MILESKO Diana Milesko, 59, moved to Anna Maria from S the Chicago area four years .% ago. She has a degree in En- glish from the University of Illinois and a master's de- gree from Loyola Univer- sity. Milesko taught high Milesko school and college English for more than 30 years and wrote for publications such as the Chicago Tribune. She currently teaches a writing class at the Center. Milesko says she has extensive government ser- VERTICALS BLINDS DRAPES Custom window fashions for fine homes ... for less! Let me bring my mobile showroom to your door. Call Yung for a FREE consultation 778-0300 Does the thought of paying I-'. taxes have you down? '' Tax deferred investments might be the trick to reduce your tax bite in the future. Call us to find out more. 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We can accommodate 100 cars there," Milesko said. She said we should ask the residents if they want to have parking there. Milesko said she sees the citizens of Anna Maria as custodians of a precious piece of real estate, and "the more growth and the more density we allow, the more our city will be forced to change. "How we change it is up to us," she said. Milesko said she is opposed to funding nonprofit organizations with taxpayer money. She called those organizations important assets of our community, but she said not all residents use them. In the case of the Center, Milesko said the class she teaches there is attended exclusively by out-of-towners. "These organizations should be supported by vol- unteers and voluntary dollars," Milesko said. A designated dog beach would present several problems to the city, according to Milesko. "There are serious health concerns, as were raised at a commission meeting," Milesko stated. 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"Also, we've designated ourselves as a bird sanc- tuary. The birds won't know which beach is designated for dogs," Milesko said. "Dogs are natural predators of birds, so should we take the sign down that says we are a bird sanctuary?" Milesko said the residents have to come first. If elected, she will work to see that the city doesn't be- come a parking lot for tourists. "Your home is your castle," she said. Milesko said she will work hard to promote re- spect, good manners and civility in government. "We squander our energy when we squabble, al- lowing outside influences to come in and then we'll have nothing," she said. Milesko said she thinks the commission should serve as custodian of a "precious piece of real estate. If we don't take care of it, it'll change," she said. Milesko said she will put the residents first, not the businesses, not the business clients or tourism. "I am not against development," she said, "But residents come first." JEFF SMITH iF i .. 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HEi 1slANDiR 'JA.14. 31, B2001 PAGE 15 Anna Maria campaign finance reports in, barely By Laurie Krosney Islander Reporter Six of the seven candidates for Anna Maria's Feb. 13 city commission election met the deadline to submit their first campaign re- port. The reports had to be turned in to the Manatee County Supervisor of Elections' of- fice or be postmarked by 5 p.m. Friday, Jan.26. Candidate Charles Webb submitted his re- port in person on Monday and will pay a $50 fine for his tardiness. Webb is serving as his own treasurer and reported $180 in contributions in the form of loans from himself. His only expenditure was for the $48 filing fee. The campaign treasurer's reports must list all contributions and expenditures in the man- dated reporting period, the first of several be- ing from Dec. 21, 2000, to Jan. 26, 2001. Jason Cimino is serving as his own trea- surer. On his itemized contribution report, he lists $100, which he loaned his campaign ac- count. No other contributions are noted. Florida law requires that candidates pay their qualifying fee with a check from their campaign account. The law also requires that all expenditures be listed in campaign treasur- ers' reports, including the payment of the filing fee. Election CONTINUED FROM PAGE 14 when commissioners won't work together," Smiths said. Smith worked in management for Ford Motor Co. steel division before he retired. He says that having had 3,000 people working under his direction has taught him that people can get along. Smith has had experience helping with negotia- tions between the union and the company, and he be- lieves that this will help him bring cohesiveness to the commission. As it is now, "Shame on them. They've hit the bottom of the sewer as far as city organization and how we're trying to run things. We need to turn this around," Smith said. "The Candidates' Handbook," which is given to all candidates, demonstrates how to list the qualify- ing fee on the expenditure report. Cimino's report doesn't list the payment of the filing fee. It lists no expenditures. Linda L. Cramer lists a total of $625 in contri- butions. She loaned her campaign treasury $125. The balance is donations from individuals. Cramer reports she has spent $92.03 to date - the $48 qualifying fee, $26.30 for mailing labels from the elections office with names and addresses of registered voters and $17.73 for signs. Dorothy Perricone is serving as Cramer's trea- surer. George McKay, who is serving as his own trea- surer, lists $285 in contributions $240 in cash, checks, and loans, and a $45 in-kind contribution for flyers and handouts. McKay does not list an $80 loan he made to his campaign on the front page of his report where the candidate is to list loans to his or her campaign. McKay has marked this line with an "N/A." He does list the loan on his itemized contribution sheet. McKay's report lists expenditures for the $48 qualifying fee, $11.39 for voter information labels and $71.02 for labels to update his yard signs. John Michaels is serving as his own treasurer. He lists $1,291.34 in contributions. Michaels reports $550 in contributions and he loaned his campaign $741.34. On the parking issue, Smith said he can see why residents don't want parking in front of their houses. "I've driven around and I've seen the trash and lit- ter people leave when they park. I don't think it's Anna Maria residents. Maybe we could have resident-only parking," Smith said. He suggested that the city approach Ed Chiles and ask about using the lot Chiles owns on Gulf Drive near Spring Street. Smith said he would like to see parking there for city residents only, not for town people. In terms of support for community organizations, Smith said he is a big supporter of the Center. "I favor supporting them with whatever the city can afford," he said. "They are a tremendous asset, especially to our kids." He also favors some support for the Turtle Watch organization. Michaels' report notes he has spent $943.54, including his $48 qualifying fee, $10 to the elections office for a voter list, $63.60 for postcards, $180 for stamps and $641 for campaign signs. Diana Milesko serves as her own treasurer. She lists $165 in contributions a loan from her husband of $90 and one she made to her treasury of $75. Milesko's report says she has spent $84.25. She paid $48 for her qualifying fee, $16.25 for a list of voters from the elections office and $20 for a copy of Anna Maria's codes, ordinances and comprehensive plan. Jeffrey Smith also serves as his own cam- paign treasurer. His report says he has re- ceived $295 in contributions. The funds are from loans he made to his campaign treasury in varying amounts. Smith's report notes $289.28 in expendi- tures. He does not list the $48 qualifying fee in his report. He did list $16.28 for voter labels from the elections office and a total of $272 paid out over several days to the postal service. There is no expenditure to cover the mate- rials Smith may be mailing, just postage. The next report is due Feb. 9. A final re- port is due 90 days after the election. He said it is a "fantastic organization." Smith said he has helped in an informal way walk- ing the beach in the mornings looking for turtle crawls - tracks in the sand that signal a turtle has come up on the beach to lay her eggs. He does not favor supporting other nonprofits with tax revenues. Though Smith has a dog that he "dearly loves," he does not favor having a designated dog beach. "I take my dog to the Palma Sola Causeway from time to time," he said. "Not everyone picks up after their dog there, I can assure you. As soon as it is found out that Anna Maria has a dog beach, we will be inun- dated. 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If I have something to say, I say it, but I listen to others, too." Smith said he would work hard to listen to the wishes of his fellow citizens and to be a peace-making force on the commission. Chuck Webb, 45, moved to Anna Maria from Or- lando a year and a half ago. He and wife Flora have two sons, ages 5 and 14. Webb said he and his fam- ily moved to Anna Maria so they would have a better place to raise their children. "Orlando has more crime than Miami now," he said. "We were constantly wor- ried about our kids." Webb, an attorney, is going to open a private prac- tice. He serves on the planning and zoning board and on-the committee for the charter school. He decided to run for the commission, he said, because he has spent his entire adult life in public ser- vice, first in the Marine Corps, then as an assistant state attorney, then as an assistant county attorney for Char- lotte and Broward counties. He continues to serve in the military reserve. Webb said he has a lot of experience in environ- mental enforcement. Webb said he's running for two reasons: to be of service to his community and to address the problems he sees in the city a lack of experience on the com- mission and in the city staff. He said in a small city like Anna Maria, the staff is small and commissioners have to do some of the things staff does in a larger government organization. Webb said he could help avoid problems with the Sunshine Law and Public Records laws that have plagued the commission during the past couple of years. "I taught Sunshine and Public Records laws to all the commissions I have served with. I can work as a trip wire for the Anna Maria Commission and stop a prob- lem before it starts," Webb said. On the issue of parking, Webb said he sees the problem as one of "not in my backyard." He said finding a solution will be tough. "We had a parking committee with 12 members and 12 differ- ent ideas about how to solve the problem," Webb said. He thinks the city should let economics solve the problem, perhaps charging for parking passes. The revenues from the passes could fund parking enforcement efforts, Webb said. He said the sheriff's department should be in- volved in looking for a solution to the parking problem, since it will be charged with enforcement. "I think we should limit parking as far as volume, and I think we should have a designated parking area. Perhaps we could approach landowners who have un- used land like the lot on Gulf Drive near Green Real Estate. We could meter it or otherwise charge and make it a source of revenue. "Meanwhile, I think the idea of an Island trolley will help," Webb said. He said he is opposed to parking on the north edge of the city, because there are safety issues with all the curves in the roads. Webb is in favor of continued funding for the Center. "They are handling functions that have to be done by any city," Webb said. "It's basically a municipal park with facilities. If the Center doesn't offer pro- grams, then the city has to do it." He added that he thinks it is efficient to have all three Island communities fund the Center to meet the objectives in each city's comprehensive plan. He said he would take a strong look at funding other nonprofits, asking, "What are they doing for Anna Maria?" The idea of a designated dog beach in the city is a tough proposition, according to Webb. "If we had one, we would have to presume that the people who use it would clean up after their dogs and that there wouldn't be too many animals," Webb said. Webb said he has concerns about parasites in the soil, and he would oppose the idea if there were too many animals. "Perhaps if we could control the number of animals that use the park by licensing it or something, we could do it," Webb said. He also expressed concerns about liability. "If a dog bites someone on city property and the city allows dogs in that area, the city may be liable," Webb said. He said the idea needs further study. Webb said he can help bring harmony and a spirit of cooperation to the city commission. "I served in Bosnia in the reserves. I worked with a team to help the Moslems and Serbs find common ground, so I think that experience makes me qualified to work together with other commissioners and come to agreement on what is best for the city," Webb said. "We need to develop consensus between the com- mission and the citizens and share the vision of what caused us all to come here." That way, he said, the city won't wake up 20 years down the road and find its beauty spoiled. Causeway traffic tie-ups expected FEB. 1-2 Expect extended traffic delays Thursday and Friday, Feb. 1-2, due to work being done to improve the Palma Sola Causeway. Construction improvements along the shoulder on the causeway will stretch from west of the Anna Maria Island Bridge to east of the two bridges linking the mainlad to Perico Island. 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Jan. 22, 101 S. Bay Blvd., City Pier Restaurant, lost property. A woman reported she lost her purse. Bradenton Beach Jan. 17, 2100 block of Coquina Park, auto burglary. Two Iowa women left their car unlocked with their purses inside while they walked on the beach. When they re- turned to the car, the passenger door was open and their wallets were missing. Jan. 17, 1700 block of Coquina Park, auto burglary. A Bradenton woman's purse was stolen from her vehicle while she was on the beach. The passenger-door lock had been punched out, the officer said. The woman was noti- fied that the suspect attempted to use her stolen credit card. Jan. 18, 1400 block of Cortez Beach, auto burglary. Cash, travelers checks, and credit cards were taken from a Bradenton woman's purse while she walked on the beach. The car was locked when she left it, and locked when she returned, she said. She was notified that some- one had attempted to use her stolen credit card. 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An abandoned vehicle was towed from the beach after an officer asked the owner to move it and he did not. Jan. 22, found property. A 15-horsepower Evinrude boat motor, which had been stolen, was found and re- turned to the owner. Jan. 24, 100 block of 23rd Street, property damage. A man said an unknown person damaged his fence in the amount of $225. Jan. 24, 1300 block of Gulf Drive North, domestic battery. A woman said she and her boyfriend got into a argument when the boyfriend came home drunk and woke her. When she tried to call the police, her boyfriend pulled two phone cords out of the wall, threw her down and hit her, causing a cut on the back of her head and a lump above her left eye. The woman ran from the house with her children, a 9-month-old and 7-year-old. The woman was treated by emergency medical services and released. 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Please call us for details 778-2959 Tuesday thru Sunday PAGE 20 0 JAN. 31, 2001 0 THE ISLANDER Gulf Fishery Council to consider grouper restrictions By David Futch Islander Reporter The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council is considering a series of options that will more closely regulate grouper fishing in the Gulf of Mexico. Several Florida daily newspapers and The Islander printed a story saying the council passed a rule at its Jan. 18 meeting in Texas that would prevent commer- cial long-lining for grouper in water less than 50 fath- oms or 300 feet deep. The papers reported that the 50-fathom rule would need further approval from the council and National Marine Fisheries. S However, the papers did not report that the 50- fathom rule was one of about a half-dozen ideas the council was considering. Peter Hood, fishery biologist with the council, said several other ideas were in the works to protect red and gag grouper. The council is working on an amendment to its Reef Fish Fishery Management Plan and that amend- ment includes different options, Hood said. One is the 50-fathom rule. Others are a 25- or 30-fathom boundary prevent- ing long-liners and bandit boats from fishing in water less than 150 feet deep or less than 180 deep feet, re- spectively, Hood said. The council also could do nothing, or there could be gear restrictions or other options which would allow for discussion by the council and the public, Hood said. "There are long-liners working the southeast Coast of the United States and they fish for migratory species such as tuna," Hood said. "Our fear is they will come over here and do the same thing to red grouper, which has been declared overfished by the National Marine Fisheries. It may be necessary to try to limit long-liners. "There will be some sort of rule, but nothing is settled right now." Approximately 60 long-line boats working the southeast Atlantic Ocean could make their way into the Gulf and damage the shallow-water grouper fishery, Hood said. The pelagic fishermen in theAtlantic have been cut off from catching tuna and swordfish and are eager to buy up reef permits in the Gulf so they can keep their boats working, he said. Karen Bell of A.P. Bell fish house in Cortez and also a member of the Fishery Council, said shutting down the grouper fishery in shallow water would fur- ther devastate an already-devastated commercial Gulf fleet. "The council wants to protect the people along the Gulf who already are here and fishing," Bell said. "They fear people will buy up reef permits, and some of the 17 Council members would like to see these permits non-transferable." There are 1,299 reef permits allowing commercial fishermen to go after grouper, amberjack and snapper on the shallow reefs of the Gulf. "Very few of the council members are in favor of 50 fathoms," Bell said. "We're at 20 fathoms right now. There was discussion about limiting gear. There was talk of closing it Feb. 15 to March 15, and we don't think that's fair. That's terrible manage- ment of the fishery, to close it off one-twelfth of the year at a time when the grouper are here and there are people here to eat them." The council meets again in March to discuss op- tions, then there will be a public hearing, then a coun- cil meeting in May to determine which option is best, then more public hearings. It's a long process and may take until the end of the year before an amendment is adopted, Bell said. Bob Spaeth, executive director of the Southern Offshore Fishing Association and a member of the Reef Fishery Advisory Panel, is part owner Madeira Beach Seafood, which has long-line and bandit boats. He's referred to by council members as "the grou- per guy." Spaeth said he believes the council has the votes to push the long-liners out of business by establishing a 50-fathom line. "But I also think that would be unlawful under the Magnuson Act that deals with fishing and states one group can't be favored over another," Spaeth said. "But I don't really know. I think the council will do what they have to by law. There could be rolling closures of certain areas along the Gulf Coast." The situation now is that commercial fishermen are fishing at a 20-fathom line, or water more than 120 feet deep, because it was thought there would be a conflict between commercial and recreational fishermen if the commercial guys fished any closer, Spaeth said. The recreational guy in the long run won't be hurt because the council will establish something like a two- or three-fish bag limit, he said. "National Marine Fisheries said about a year ago it was going to limit recreational and commercial fish- ermen in the Gulf to 1.2 million pounds a year," Spaeth said. "I think we catch I million pounds of red grou- per off Madeira Beach alone every year." Ship-sized sheepie ,Bruce Cook holds fishing buddy Les Halasz's 10-pound sheepshead he caught on an oyster crab near the , Anna Maria Island Bridge on Manatee Avenue. This iamnnoth sheepie won the sheephead of the week in The Islander's sheepshead contest. Said Halasz, "It's the biggest one I've ever caught and I've been Jishing for them for 10 years. Stop by the Islander office, 5404 Marina Drive, Holnes Beach, with a picture of your catch, or we'll take a picture for you if you bring your fish by, and the biggest sheepie caught by the end of February will get a T-shirt. We'll need weight and length information, too. Islander Photo. Courtesy Pat Cook Monster.sheepshead.com Les HalasZ shows a comparison of a 10-pound sleepshead he caught off the Anna Maria Island Bridge with others lIe caught in the same place. Islander Photo: Courtesy Pat Cook The Isi THE ISLANDER 0 JAN. 31, 2001 U PAGE 21 0 I Referees, squabble mar roundball games Yogi Berra said it ain't over 'til it's over. In the case of two basketball games at the Anna Maria Island Community Center Jan. 27, they were over before they were over. Referees booted an Island Real Estate player out of a game against PAL from Palmetto with 1:43 remain- ing in the game and PAL ahead 52-48. That left the Real Estate team with four players, forcing the team to forfeit the game to PAL after a technical foul. One PAL parent came out of the stands and went after the Island Real Estate player who was kicked out, screaming at the 16-year-old for banging PAL players around. Next, an Island Real Estate parent went after the PAL parent who had gone after her son and referees had to separate them twice. All in a day's work in amateur athletics. The game was a back-and-forth affair from be- ginning to almost the end. The game was tied at 31 points each when PAL made a move with five minutes left in the third pe- riod and went up 35-31. Island Real Estate's Diego Felipe made five foul shots in a row to give his team a 36-35 lead. Josh Sato hit two foul shots and the Island team went ahead 38-35. PAL's Tabatha Curry showed her stuff when she hit a jumper from the top of the key to get her team within one point then hit another basket to give PAL a 39-38 lead. Felipe would have none of it and hit a long three- point shot to make it Islander 41 PAL 39. Sato hit another for 43-39, but PAL's Shatoyia Blue and Curry both made baskets to knot the game at 43. Sato got another basket and it was 45-43 at the end of the third. The fourth quarter was a real mess as players Up and at 'em Sharielle Smith, No. 1, and Tabatha Curry go after a rebound in a game against Island Real Estate Jan. 27. Islander Photo: David Futch pounded on each other and parents screamed at ref- erees, who in turn screamed back. With PAL up 52-48, Sato grabbed an outlet pass from a PAL player but was called for coming over the shoulder and fouling. When Sato disagreed with the referee, he was kicked out, the game was for- feited in favor of PAL and things got uglier. Mermaid team forced to forfeit The Sign of the Mermaid team in the age 14-16 Premier division played with four players for much of the game, but it was Anna Maria Glass & Screen that had to forfeit when two of five players fouled out. League rules allow teams to play four, not three. Mermaid had a 13-10 lead at the end of the first quarter. Jason Lumas came through for Anna Maria Glass & Screen, scoring six points in less than two minutes to put his team ahead 16-13. Daniel VanAndel of Mermaid owned the boards, grabbing a dozen rebounds. Mermaid's Charlie Sauer played tough, stealing balls and scoring at will. Brian Faasse of Glass & Screen hit a couple of jumpers. The beginning of the third quarter saw Mermaid players take control as Sauer stole a ball and scored then drove the length of the court and made a reverse layup for a 30-20 Mermaid lead. Bobby Gibbons of Glass & Screen hit a three- point shot and it was 30-23. After Lumas fouled out for Glass & Screen with the score 40-29 in favor of Mermaid, Faasse was hit with a technical and had to sit down. Game over because Glass & Screen had three left on the floor. Little League dinner, parade Feb. 9 Little League will host a dinner Friday, Feb. 9, where moms, dads and players ages 5-18 can put on the feedbag. At the same dinner, players from all di- visions and age groups can pick up their uniforms. On Saturday, Feb. 10, Little League will host a parade from the Island Baptist Church to the Anna Maria Island Community Center Little League field, followed by a jamboree where all teams will play an inning or two, lasting throughout the day. Little League needs equipment returned The Anna Maria Island Little League is asking that all past coaches and players check their closets and storage spaces for equipment. In an effort to gear up for the 2001 season, the League needs its equip- ment returned. In particular, the League is short on batting tees, helmets, equipment bags and catcher's gear, espe- cially catcher's gloves. The items should dropped off at the Center in Anna Maria. Anyone who has baseball equipment or training aids to donate such as bats, balls and tees the league says any or all would be appreciated. Center final basketball standings Premier League (age 14-16) Island Real Estate Sign of the Mermaid Police Athletic League Anna Maria Glass&Screen Division I (age 12-13) Econo Lodge Wireless Junction A-Paradise Realty Island Discount Tackle Division II (age 10-11) Bryant's Recycled Treasures Air & Energy Publix Supermarkets Darcie Duncan.Com.Sharks Jessie's Island Store Division Ill (age 8-9) Marco Polo's Pizza Larry Pearson A.C. Anna Maria Island Spirit Galati Marine 9-3 (1st after head-to-head competition) 9-3 5-7 1-11 Basketball action rebounds at Center Sign of the Mermaid center Daniel VanAndel pounds the backboard, scoring two points on a fast break. VanAndel had a dozen rebounds in the Premier Division league for players age 14-16. Islander Photo: David Futch Anna Maria Island Community Center basketball schedule Instructional League (age 5-7) Feb. 3 Coaches' game, 6 p.m. Feb. 5 Awards presentation, 6 p.m. Instructional League has no playoffs Division Jan. 31 Feb. 1 Feb. 3 Feb. 3 Feb. 3 Feb. 5 Ill (age 8-9) Playoffs 1st place vs. 4th, 6 p.m. Playoffs 2nd vs. 3rd, 6 p.m. Championship: Jan. 31 winner vs. Feb. 1 winner, 1 p.m. All-Star game, 5 p.m. Coaches' game, 6 p.m. Awards presentation, 7 p.m. Division II (age 10-11) Feb. 1 Playoffs 1st place vs. 4th, 7 p.m. Feb. 2 Playoffs 2nd place vs. 3rd, 6 p.m. Feb. 3 Championship: Feb. 2 winner vs. Feb. 1 winner, noon Feb. 3 All-Star game, 4 p.m. Feb. 3 Coaches' game, 6 p.m. Feb. 5 Awards presentation, 7 p.m. Division I (age 12-13) Feb. 1 Playoffs 1st place vs. 4th place, 8 p.m. Feb. 2 Playoffs 2nd place vs. 3rd place, 8 p.m. Feb. 3 Championship: Feb. 2 winner vs. Feb. 1 winner, 11 a.m. Feb. 3 All-Star game, 3 p.m. Feb. 3 Coaches game, 6 p.m. Feb. 5 Awards presentation, 8 p.m. Premier Jan. 31 Feb. 2 Feb. 3 9-3 8-4 5-7 2-10 11-1 7-5 6-6 4-8 2-10 11-1 6-6 4-8 3-9 Feb. 3 Feb. 3 Feb. 5 League (age 14-16) Playoff 1st place vs. 4th place, 7 p.m. Playoff 2nd place vs. 3rd place, 7 p.m. Championship: Feb. 2 winner vs. Jan. 31 winner, 10 a.m. All-Star game, 2 p.m. Coaches' game, 6 p.m. Awards presentation, 8 p.m. Cheerleaders Feb. 1 Playoffs for squads in 1st & 4th place, 7 p.m. Feb. 2 Playoffs for squads in 2nd & 3rd place, 6 p.m. Feb. 3 Championship squads from Feb. 1-2 winners, noon Feb. 3 All squads for final routine cheer-off during halftime of coach's game, 6 p.m. Feb., 6 Final cheerleader routine presentation and awards and turn in uniforms, 6 p.m. PAGE 22 M JAN. 31, 2001 M THE ISLANDER Authors, words electronic and printed, missed characters Since we're all still talking about the commercials that played during the Super Bowl, this column will begin with a commercial message. A pair of heavyweight authors are coming to the area in the next week William Heffernan and Michael Connelly. Heffernan has written more than a dozen mystery novels featuring New York detective Paul Devlin. His newest books are "Red Angel" and "Beulah Hill." In "Angel," Devlin deals with the Mafia, voodoo and politics in Cuba. Heffernan pulls all the threads to- gether in a skillful manner and, although I don't nec- essarily agree with one critic who called his dialogue "stilted" and his characters "thin," I do agree with the critic's assertion that "the pace of writing makes one look out for the next jiggery-pokery to jump out." The Cuba scenes are fun, too. Connelly has written 10 novels, his newest "A Darkness More Than Night." His latest pulls both of his recurring characters, former FBI profiler Terry McCaleb and Los Angeles police detective Harry Bosch, together to solve a murder,. Actually, Harry's first name is Hieronymous, and you may remember from your art history classes that Bosch the painter was a 17th century artist with a pretty twisted world view. In "Darkness," Connelly finally goes into some description of Bosch the painter's work. It's pretty dark, and so is the novel, as the two characters work through the puzzles of a pair of murders. Although the plot drags at times, the finish more than makes up for any plodding. Connelly has a Florida connection in that his mother lives in Sarasota. In fact, one of his earlier books has Bosch journey to Sarasota to track down some information. I always like to see our area de- scribed in print. The Sarasota connection is in "The Last Coyote," by the way. Horseshoe winners Winners in the Jan. 27 horseshoe games were Eric Dorn of Bradenton Beach and George McKay of Anna Maria. Runners-up were John Crawford and George Landraitis, both of Bradenton. Winners in the Jan. 24 games were Jack Coo- per of Holmes Beach and Landraitis. Runners-up were Al Norman of Holmes Beach and Bill Starrett of Anna Maria. The weekly contests get under way at 9 a.m. every Wednesday and Saturday at Anna Maria City Hall Park, 10005 Gulf Drive. "Fveslh" Mullet Sale 4ore than a mullet wrapper! Mullet T-shirts ... $10 Mail order add $3 s/h. 941 778-7978 5404 Marina Drive Holmes Beach READERS' PREFERENCE AWARD WINNER #1 Voted Best Pest Control in Manatee County! Full service exterior and interior Owned and operated by Island resident Erny Keller State Certified/Licensed and Insured I2000 Readers' CALL US FOR A FREE ESTIMATE Island 778-1337 or 778-1913 PEST CONTROL, INC. SERVING THE ISLANDS 20 YEARS Both Heffernan and Connelly will sign copies of their books at Circle Books on St. Armands, 478 John Ringling Blvd. Heffernan will be there from 1-3 p.m. Feb. 3; Connelly from 6:30-9 p.m. Feb. 6. I'll see you there. 'hite House witnesses acky hodunit' Speaking of words, you probably heard of those wacky Clinton-staff pranksters who took the "W" keys off scores of computer keyboards in the White House before President George W. Bush's staff started work. You may not have seen the above headline in the Tampa Tribune, though. I hope the headline writer got a bonus and pay raise for his inventive lack of the "W." Another set of words, this time electronic For the past year or so I've been following the trend of turning words from the printed page into an electronic medium. The growth of e-books is a trend that's rapidly coming of age as electronic readers, handy devices to read the e-books, drop in price and the availability of books online grows. The concept is pretty simple. Rather than pack a half-dozen books for that long plane flight to Hawaii. you just download the books into a small reader. Less weight, less bulk. Kids will probably reap the greatest benefit from e-books. Imagine the weight saving of having back- packs with just one e-book instead of a half-dozen school books crammed inside. I'd never really thought about the process, though. so it was interesting to me to see an article on how they do it. A New York company, Data Conversion Labo- ratory, is a leader in the e-text business. Basically, what happens is the book's publisher puts the raw text of the publication on a computer disk. DCL then dumps the text into a different format to be used on screen. Depending on the complexity of the document the number of pictures, or links the price varies from 50 cents to $10 a page. DCL has been doing mostly conversions of-scien- Wolfgang SchuIz u. #28 Marine Engine Service Inc. Gasoline Diesel Outboard Engines Phone & Fax Mobile: (941)920-3709 (941)778 -2873 Email: olf713@msn.com James G. Annis LICENSED WATERFRONT CONTRACTOR 778-4771 P.O.BOX 1353, Anna Maria, FL 34216 MC00361 N tific, technical and legal documents so far. The com- pany converted about 10,000 documents last year and did about $4 million in business. A lot of that business was with the military. "We're doing a lot of business with military manu- als," the company's founder said. "If you're in Desert Storm and you're trying to fix a tank because the wheel just got loose, you don't want to start going through a bunch of paper books. Someone trying to fix a tank really does need access to 50 volumes squeezed into a laptop, and so does a lawyer researching case law." The advantage of e-texts versus paper texts is ob- vious: the e-book reader is basically a computer that can do word searches. Just type in "wheel, tank" and the book goes right to the section or page where the description of how to put a wheel on a tank is. In fact, if I had Michael Connelly's books in e- versions, I could have saved myself a half hour or so by simply typing in "Sarasota," rather than flipping through all of 'em. The DCL founder is skeptical of popular'fiction coming to e-books, though. "I have my doubts whether a traveler on an airplane really needs his 50 favorite novels on an e-book for immediate access." I'm not so sure about that, given today's flight delays. More online reading news Novelist Stephen King tried an online experiment last year: He published a novel only available via the Internet. Readers were encouraged to send him a buck on the honor system, and he would write a chapter every month or so - as long as the bucks kept coming in. They didn't, and he stopped writing. As he put it, "If you pay, the story rolls. If you don't, the story folds." He vowed to keep writing if at least 75 percent of the readers sent in money. Only about 46 percent paid. People also slowed in accessing the installments: 150,000 people went online in the first week to read the book, with only 40,000 just before King discontinued the service after the sixth chapter. I'm not a huge Stephen King fan, so I didn't go online to see what the book was about. You have to wonder, though, if maybe the reason people stopped downloading his book was because they just didn't like it. Sandscript factoid On a final political note, 40 percent of baby boomers think former President Clinton should spend his post-White House days in a jazz ensemble as a saxophone player. Only 5 percent believe he should go on tour speaking. COMPLETE AUTOMOBILE DETAILING QUICK LUBE $2395* MOST CARS Mon-Frl 8-5pm Sat 8-4pm AWE 5804 Marina Dr. Holmes Beach *778-1617 DEBIT E Price subject to change without notice. CARDS Advertising works fast in The Islander. FISH TALES WELCOME Got trvet crtc,? We'd love to hear your fish stories, and pictures are welcome at The Islander. Just give us a call at 778-7978 or stop by our office in the Island Shopping Center, Holmes Beach. S EftKaoG, BOMBARDIER EVERYBO DAY'S DO IN' I T- RECREATIONAL PRODUCT Sales Center Opening Soon! Service Center Open NOW! FATE FUN MACHINES Owner Don Remig, Island Resident 2118 Ninth St. W. Bradenton 941 745.9668 Inshore Sport Fishing Charter Boat ,pleat A,, Full & Half Day Trips Custom Trips Available Captain Steven Salgado Owner/Operator Lifetime experience in local waters U.S.C.G. Licensed Custom-built Privateer Fishing License, Ice, Bait & Tackle Furnished Anna Maria Island, Florida 778-9712 -- 6.- s i THE ISLANDER 0 JAN. 31, 2001 0 PAGE 23 Fishing picks up in By Capt. David Futch The 25th annual Florida Fishing College gets un- der way Saturday, Feb. 3, at the Manatee Civic Center in Palmetto. One of the more popular fishing and equipment shows in Florida, the college showcases Manatee and Sarasota fishing guides and fly fishermen who offer up some suggestions on successful angling. Seminars are scheduled on cast-netting bait, tying flies, double-hauling a flyline and much more. It runs from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and attracts thousands each year. Don't miss it. Here's something else you don't want to miss. The Islander just received a new shipment of cal- endars that are must-haves for every fishermen. The calendars are from commercial fishing supply company Lindgren-Pitman of Pompano Beach and dis- play the phases of the moon for every day of the year. "Impressive, and I'll take two," is what most of my fishing guide friends say about them. Call me at 778-7978 if you want one. They only sent 40, so get 'em while they last. They're free. Tom Marsik at Annie's Bait & Tackle in Cortez said Capt. Zach Zacharias on the Dee-Jay II had an interesting week. On Monday, with a 20-knot northwest wind, Zach said his charter from London caught 25 redfish from 14 to 23 inches. They also had trout to 18 inches and black drum to 22. Most of the fish were caught in canals. On Wednesday, Zach said sheepshead to 6 pounds cooperated and he caught grouper to 18 inches and mangrove snapper to 17 in Longboat Pass. Consider- ing the cold, windy weather, fishing is pretty good, according to Zach. Capt. Sam Kimball on the Legend out of Annie's caught sheepshead and grouper in the bay when the wind was blowing earlier in the week. On Friday, Kimball said he was able to get offshore for the first time and pounded gag and red grouper along with sizable mangrove snapper. Capt. Tom Chaya on the Dolphin Dreams in Holmes Beach said sheepshead, redfish and trout are NIEVA-IMIS Great Fishing Deep Sea Fun & Sun Inshore For All Ages Fishing FISHING CHARTERS Docked at the Cortez Fishing Center (941) 792-5835 Capt. Curt & Sue Morrison, Owners . .1 e BRIANJ. WOOD Docks Seawalls Boat Lifts S"BUILDING THE BEST, REPAIRING THE REST" Seawall Caps Erosion Control Pilings Rock Revetments Installations Supplies Service & Repairs FREE ESTIMATES 792-5322 State Cert. CRC049564 CCN NO. 02311 I warm weather, Fishing College Saturday .~".- Giant day of fishing :-". -Chris Galati brought members of the N.Y. Giants football team out for a day in the Gulf prior to Super Bowl XXXV. Pictured with Galati are Giants Lomnas Brown, Chris Bober, Dave Thomas, Luke Petigout, Thabiti .,Davis, Glen ;.,.. j .Parker and Mike ",' /, Rosenthal. the fish to target. Capt. Matt Bowers on the Outcast in Holmes Beach said he's been getting gag and red grouper 8 to 12 miles off Anna Maria Island. Bill Lowman at Island Discount Tackle said it seems that offshore fishermen are looking harder for grouper as a result of cold fronts. "Around 12 or 15 miles out, water temperature has warmed dramatically and that's where the fish are," Lowman said. "It's five to 10 degrees warmer and try your numbers in that 12-to- I5-mile range instead of the 8-to- 10-mile range. "'The sunny days have helped the snook. We lost some snook in that cold period, but it wasn't dramatic. The snook are in the canals along with a lot ofredfish and black drum and that's probably driven by water temperature. Sheepshead fishing is outstanding as expected." Capt. Curt Morrison and Capt. Ryan Hackney said they waited until last weekend to go into the Gulf and caught black sea bass and grouper in 100 feet of water. Twice they had big fish on that they never got to the surface Capt. Thorn Smith at Angler's Repair on Cortez GOLF CLUB - SSaturday 20% Off SFoursome Women's Riding 18 Holes Apparel $80f +Bette & Court, Darlyn, SOU+8tax Dana Lee and more! Exp. 2/7/01 Exp. 2/7/01 L---- -- - 4260 Ironwood Circle-Off Cortez Road 792-3288 FREE siim&no ROD RODWITH THE THAT'S RIGHT! PURCHASE OF ANY SHIMANO 6'6" REEL 2 PIECE IN STOCK (excluding FX2652A FX and AX series) 6-15 LB. TEST (Good thru Tues. Feb. 6, 2001) Road said he's been hitting the docks on the inside of Anna Maria Island and catching sheepshead to 5 pounds and mangrove snapper to 13 inches. In Palma Sola Bay, snook to 29 inches have been biting artificial lures like Yozure mag minnows. Carl Shaner at Perico Harbor Bait & Tackle said wade fishermen are landing a few trout on the flats and a lot of sheepshead. There are some pompano in the passes if you want to go that route. Bay waters are clearing up and the water should warm up quickly. Shaner wants everyone who needs a fish license to call 1-888-FISHFLO or you can go to your local tax office. Bob Kilb at the Rod & Reel Pier said anglers are catching mostly sheepshead. There are some pompano around, but they're few and far between. Capt. Matt Denham on the Rip Tide out of Holmes Beach said Jan. 27 was a perfect day to go off- shore. Fishing in 60 to 100 feet of water, Denham said he caught 16 keeper grouper. "It was as good a day as you'll see," Denham said. "We caught a lot of small red grouper and a lot of keeper gag grouper to 20 pounds along with porgies, triggerfish and mangrove snapper." 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Just listed at $203,000. reen REAL ESTATE OF ANNA MARIA 778-0455 9906 Gulf Drive - ... 4. - 0 T ', C~i^ :.. 'slI, Visit our website at www.greenreal.com Just visiting paradise? Don't leave the island without taking time to subscribe. Visit us at 5404 Marina Drive, Island Shopping Center, Holmes Beach or call 941-778-7978 to charge it on Visa or MC. Island Shopping Center 5404 Marina Drive Holmes Beach FL 34217 941 778-7978 email news@islander.org We're Totally Global! In fact, we're global times 1,300 plus! More than 1,300 PAID sub- scribers receive The Islander out of town, out of state and out of the United States. We go to Alaska, England, Germany, Canada, Hawaii and nearly all points in between. These news-hungry subscribers can't wait to get their hands on "the best news on Anna Maria Island." The Islander RENTALS Annual / Seasonal / Monthly / Weekly VACATION RENTAL i; . . .. '. , Gorgeous 2BR/2BA newly renovated condo across from beach. Lovely views of beach and bay. An added bonus of an elevator and laundry! Available now! Call Gayle Shulz for details, 778-0770. REALTORS 5910 Marina Dr Holmes Beach, FL 34217 Call 941-778-0770 Toll Free 800 741-3772 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK BRAND NEW DUPLEX Just completed! Beautiful 2BR/2BA each side with ceramic tile, French doors, covered stairway, large storage and laundry rooms. A bargain at $299,900. Call Jane Grossman at 778- 2246 or 778-4451 eves. 2217 GULF DRIVE NORTH BRADENTON BEACH 941 778-2246 800 211-2323 i.- '- ... CHARMING AND IMMACULATE 2BR/2BA home has almost 1,200 sq.ft. living area featuring an "open plan" design. Spacious living room and dining plus cozy Florida room and 19-by-24-foot deck and 12- by-12-foot patio, both surrounded by lovely tropical foliage. A few steps to public tennis courts and a few more to beautiful beach! ONLY $229,900 and turnkey furnished! THIS BREATHTAKING VIEW is yours with construc- tion of your Gulffront retreat! In private residential area of Anna Maria. You can build a NEW home for price older homes are selling for in the same area. Platted lot ready to build! Asking $875,000. AMAI?/M Sincce MARIE LIC. REAL ESTATE FRANKLIN REAI TYY BROKER "We ARE the Island." 9805 Gull Drive PO Box 835 Anna Maria, Florida 34216 1-800-845-9573 (941) 778-2259 Fax (941) 778-2250 "WALK WITH ME..." ... in paradise at I can make your island dreams come true. ED OLIVEIRA REALTOR Sales & Rentals Since 1981 H,! ,^ ,- Office 778-4800 Cell 778-1199 S i 5201 Gulf Dr. Holmes Beach, Fl 34217 VACATION '94 PROPERTIES LLC ,, The Castnetter Apartments, 4101 to 4104 I.- i Gulf Drive, Homes Beach. 11 newly renovated apartments now available weekly and monthly. Call for details. Ann (Harmon) Caron LIC. Real Estate Broker Accredited Residential Manager S* 12 years of Anna Maria Island Experience 3001 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach 941 778-6849 800 778-9599 Fax: 941 779-1750 B anncaron @ ix.netcom.com www.islandvacationproperties.com HOLMES BEACH POOL HOME Beautiful Gulf beaches of Anna Maria Island are steps from this quality constructed 4BR home with large swimming pool, lush landscaping and privacy. 2,700 sq. ft. living area, large lot, open floor plan, living/din- ing room, family room, fireplace, patio and two-car garage. $309,000. Call Marianne Correll 778-6066. WONDERFUL BAY VIEWS from elevated canal home at the north end of Anna Maria. Like new 3BR/3BA. The first floor offers a guest suite that has new tile floors and separate entry. The large and private wood deck has views down a wide canal and from the living room views of the bay. This home offers the buyer a new kitchen, new tile floors and long-lasting, brand-new metal roof. The large lot allows for a screened pool or additional rooms. Don't miss this great opportunity to have the best of both worlds having canal access and bay views all in one property. Seller is motivated! Price reduced to $369,900. Call Alarianne Corriell for more info on these or any other property N at 778-6066 II I aI..I THE ISLANDER U JAN. 31, 2001 0 PAGE 25 ANNA MARIA SliiiCoast REAL ESTATE, LLC Gloria Schorpp Helen White Mary Ann Schmidt PANORAMIC VIEW 3BR/3BA luxuries home with 280-foot seawall and gorgeous Bimini Bay open-water view. Pool and cabana, new seawall, metal roof, new kitchen. Open floor plan, fireplace, large lot, private setting. Boat dock. $1,200,000. HOLMES BEACH CONDO 2BR/2BA Beach View Condo. Pool, close to beach, shopping and restaurants. Under-building parking, storage, small pets. Good rental. $189,900. BEACH HOUSE 4BR/4BA turnkey furnished beach house west of Gulf Drive in historic Anna Maria City. Large lot, great rental. $589,000. ANNA MARIA CITY 4BR/2.5BA canalfront home. Close to beautiful beach. Two fireplaces, boathouse, many upgrades, dumbwaiter, residential area. $574,900. BERMUDA BAY CLUB 3BR/2.5BA turnkey furnished. Bright attractive condo with view of Gulf from two balconies. Two-car attached garage. Heated pool and spa. $328,000. KEY ROYALE 3BR/2BA furnished home on sailboat water with direct access to Tampa Bay. Split plan, two-car garage, caged pool, nicely landscaped. $ 419,900. SEASIDE GARDENS PRIVATE DOCK 1BR/1BA turnkey furnished villa with your own private dock. Very nice water view, central location, convenient to everything. Covered parking. $142,500. ANNA MARIA ISLAND CLUB 2BR/2BA Gulffront turnkey-furnished condo. Gorgeous Gulf view, beautiful beach, heated pool, excellent rental income. $475,000. HOLMES BEACH DUPLEXES 3BR/2BA and 2BR/1BA duplex west of Gulf Drive. Near gorgeous beach. Large shaded yard. New roof, washer and dryer, three refrigerators. $319,900. 2BR/2BA each side. Central Holmes Beach. Close to library, beach, shopping and bus line. Garages and work area. Great rental. $285,000. 2BR/2BA each side. Close to beach. New roof and carpeting. Fruit trees, large lot, residential area. Excellent rental history. $319,900. Julie Gilstrap-Royal Patti Marifjeren ATTENTION PROPERTY OWNERS Were you satisfied with your seasonal rental income? We will be glad to give you a rental income projection on your property. Just call us at 1-800-732-6434. ANNUAL RENTALS 7104 MARINA DRIVE 3BR/2BA house, garage, pool. $1,900 mo. Available now! SEASONAL RENTALS Condominiums and Homes Weekly/Monthly from $500 week / $1000 month 779-0202 (800) 732-6434 ANNA MARIA ISLAND MLS, Stui1Coast REAL ESTATE, LLC Island Shopping Center 5402 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, Florida 34217 www.suncoastinc.com r~i~ n PAGE 26EM JAN. 31, 2001 THE ISt A -- ISLAND ER CLA-SSIFIED A-- Z*A -,--- ROSER GUILD THRIFT SHOP open Tuesday, Thursday, Fridays, 9:30-2pm; Saturdays 9-noon. Always sales rack. 911 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. SALE SATURDAY, FEB. 3, 9AM-noon. Miscella- neous, clothes, great bargains to move fast! 529 68th St., Holmes Beach. GARAGE SALE, Friday-Saturday, 8am-1pm. China, depression glass, sewing machines, tools, French doors, etc. 206 Archer Way, Anna Maria. YARD SALE FRIDAY and Saturday, Feb. 2 & 3. Four-family clearance. High-quality his-and-hers clothing, household, sports, shop, etc. 4300 126th St. W., Cortez. Across from Seafood Shack. FOUND your bracelet. 22nd and Avenue C. 778- 3875. LOST CALICO CAT, answers to "Cry Baby." Small head, white paws and belly, orange/black and white. Lost in vicinity of 3000 Block of Avenue E, west of Shells Restaurant. Missing since Dec., 31, 2000. Sadly missed by children. Call Nancie 778-7502. ISLANDER CLASSIFIED The best news in town and the best results from classified ads and service advertising! DIAL DARCIE DUNCAN! Your Real Estate Specialist 941-779-0304 lclle a d ci dellllnlln.fIom S Frian MI:Lxon 6 ;. Ir lnln i l. i. FL 3 2 0 Pin--- e. Aniu Mirin. FL 3-4216 CRITTER SITTER Six years in pet care, 21 years as an Island resident. Tender, loving care for your pets with in-home visits. 778-6000. 1990 FOUR-WHEEL drive Jeep Wrangler, white, four-cylinder, 60K, soft top, four new tires, good condition. $6,250. Call 778-7459. 1990 OLDS CUTLASS Supreme SL, four-door, loaded, new tires, 136K. Great Island car. $2,750. Call 778-5397. 1990 FORD E-150 cargo van. V8, auto, shiny white, 140K well cared for miles. $1,800. 778-2882. 1996 NISSAN XE pickup truck. Black, looks good, runs good. 61K miles, auto air. $5,500. Call 778-3811. ROADTREK 1994, self-contained, versatile, 19 foot. Shower, microwave, refrigerator, toilet, AC/heat. range, great condition, 53K miles. Only $22,000. Call 778-9631. 1985 CADILLAC SEDAN DEVILLE, 69,800 miles. Excellent condition, must see. Red, sunroof, full power. One owner, $2,600. 778-5525. OFFSHORE CHARTER FISHING with Capt. Glenn Corder aboard Deep South. Half & full day. For information call 778-1203 or mobile 713-5900. FIND GREAT DEALS on wheels ... and everything else in The Islander, 778-7978. NEED A PLACE to park your boat and/or trailer? Long/short term. Capt. John's private launch ramp. Wash down areas 792-2620. 28-FOOT CARVER Voyager, 1985. T-230 (one needs work, will credit), sleeps six, full galley, A/C, GPS, DF/FF, VHF, windlass, PAR III. Well below book at $24,500. (904) 794-2162. CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS! Would you like to meet interesting people from around the world? Are you interested in learning the history of Anna Maria Island? Get involved with the Anna Maria Island His- torical Museum, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. WE NEED YOU! Call 778-0492. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for Tingley Memorial Library. Three and six hour shifts. 779-1208 or 778-6247. HURRICANE HANK'S. Cooks, kitchen help. All shifts. 5346 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach. 778-5788. DINING SERVERS wanted for fine dining restaurant. Call Chef Damon or apply in person at Ooh La La! Tops in tips! Call 778-5320 or stop by 5406 Marina Dr., Holmes Beach. 1/00,I BRIDGEPORT. Turnkey furnished 2BR/2BAwith partial Gulfview. Elevator, heated pool, extra storage and underbuilding parking. Close to restau- rants and shopping. $184,900. IB72169. NO BRIDGE TRAFFIC! Here is your clihce to own a little over an acre of land on Jewfish Key, a private island in Sarasota Bay accessible only by boat. G rear hay view from one of 13 parcels on this 26 acre island. Water, septic and electric at site. Community dock, sandy beaches. $225,000. IB45752. PLAN AHEAD FOR YOUR VACATIONS! Call Bob Lohse at 778-0766 to make arrangements for your next vacation on Anna Maria. Top Sales Agent for December Denise Langlois Top Listing Agent for December Carol Heinze 5350 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, Florida 34217 (941) 778-0766 (877) 924-9001 Visit our website at www.ArvidaRealty.com ye$sf W7ils W ea/ statet, 419 Pine Avenue, Anna Maria, Florida (941) 778-2291 PO Box 2150 EVENINGS 778-2632 FAX (941) 778-2294 COZY COTTAGE ON P S7Y PRING AVENUE , This adorable 2BR/1BA concrete-block cottage is located in a quiet Anna Maria neighborhood just steps from a fine Gulf beach. Features include terrazzo floors, spacious eat-in kitchen, sunny Florida room with bright southerly exposure and generous 52-by-145-ft. lot with plenty of room for expansion or swimming pool. Priced at $199,900. This one won't last long! Visit our Website at www.betsyhills.com JP' REACTOR. 27 Years ofProfessional Service OUR LISTINGS DON'T EXPIRE, WE SELL THEM! RESIDENTIAL NEW LISTING 2BR/2BA home with large 2BR apt. Total rehab. Cernmic tile throughout. Fiberglass exterior doors, paint and much more. You have to see it to believe the value you will get at $369000. TARA 3BR/2BA, pool. large. open. Country club. $289,000. CANALFRONT/POOL 3BR/2.5BA, beautiful, spacious. $354,900. GULFFRONT CONDO 2BR/2BA. furnished, Gulf and beach view. Updated. Quiet location near shopping and restaurants. $315,000. COMMERCIAL STYLING SALON Eight stations, established 35+ years. $39,000. HISTORIC BRIDGE STREET 2,700 sq.t.., three stores. 150 ft. to bay. Be part of tourist-related redevelopment. BUY NOW! $355,000. GULFVIEW LOT- 100 by 90 ft., zoned C-2. $150,000. WALGREENS Triple net, AAA, good CAP. $2.7 million. RENTALS VACATION AND 2001 SEASONAL AVAILABLE GULFFRONT CONDOS, HOMES, APARTMENTS 5508C MARINA DRIVE 778-0807 800-956-0807 tdy41@aol.com www.tdollyyoungrealestate.com .a Marilyn Klemish r;--^ *I ~i The newest addition to our staff of friendly professional realtors. Marilyn comes to us 'roin Westport, CT, where she was a top producer for Country Living Associates. Marilyn and her husband Bill have owned a beach house inl Anna Maria since 1985 and spend most of their free time here on lth Island. She plans on making Alnna Maria her permanent home ant comes to GreeIn eall Estate with 23 years of real estate experience. Welcome Marilyn! green -...--,, REAL ESTATE OF ANNA MARIA 778-0455 9906 Gulf Drive ',.,- .. Visit our website at www.greenreal.com E mail: srealty4@tampabay.rr.com Web site: www.smithrealtors.com LOCATION, LOCATION! Beautiful well-maintained 3BR/2BA home with caged pool in outstanding area. Split plan, lots of tile, newer roof, A/C, appliances. $153,900. Call Michel Cerene 792-6546 eves. BRADENTON PALMA SOLA PARK. 3BR/2BA pool home with lots of tile, fireplace and large fenced back yard. $163,900, Call Carla Price 778-5648 eves. REALTORS 5910 Marina Dr. Holmes Beach, FL 34217 Call (941) 778-0777 or Rentals 778-0770 Nous parlons francais Mit uns koennen Sie deutsch reden 1-800-741-3772 OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK MLS [lI Carol S. Heinzie'' 751-11,55" Eyes. 0159 [sTmith [Snuk 1ST W EJSLANDER p JAN. 31, 2001 p PAGE 27 H L W C n t e4 -r SC - INTERNSHIP AT AMI Community Center. Seeking student majoring in education, social work, psychol- ogy or child development to work in after-school pro- gram with children in grades K-5. Intern to work with family therapist and children covering life-manage- ment related topics. Salary based on education and experience. P/T hours, 3-5 pm at least two week- days per week. Call Shirley 778-1908. ATHLETIC ASSISTANT. Part-time position available at AMI Community Center for sports-minded person with passion for sports and children. Evenings and Saturday, 20-30 hours per week. $6-$7/hour, de- pending upon experience. Call 778-1908. PARASAIL RECEPTIONIST. Outdoor, fun, flexible and highly variable hours. Involves phone, reserva- tions, greeting, cashier, etc. Fulltime equivalent to right person. 792-0401. TEMPORARY HOME HELP needed to look after two children (8 &12) while professional parent trav- els three days per month. Call 778-7720. CARE FOR YOU. The ultimate in companions and homemakers. Reasonable Insured. (941) 518-6944. AWARD-WINNING ISLAND companion is back. I know how to care for and spoil my clients. Top-notch references and credentials. 778-4192. BEAUTY SALON FOR SALE. 798-3754, eves. REDUCE YOUR TAXABLE assets up to $10,000 while helping new Island business. Deb's Neat Stuff, P.O. Box 1623. Holmes Beach, FL. 34218. MAN WITH SHOVEL Plantings, natives, patio gar- dens, trimming, clean-up, edgings more. Hard-work- Sing and responsible. Excellent references. Edward 778-3222. PUT YOUR HOUSEWORK in our hands! All phases of residential and commercial cleaning. Free esti- mates and all work guaranteed. Call Laureen or John at "L&J Supreme Klean." 753-6843. LET US DRIVE YOU! Shopping, medical appoint- ments, airports, cruise ports. Flat rates. Sunshine Cab. Serving the Islands. 778-5476. LICENSED COMPUTER SPECIALIST. Available evening, weekend. For any computer needs-hardware, software, network, commercial, private. Call 778-8473. TREE SERVICE Topping, trimming, shaping, remov- als. Trim palm trees. Call Phil Brewer Tree Service, 746-6678 or pager 252-3300. WALL & CEILING REPAIR Water damaged drywall, hand and spray texture, professional painting. Reliable- over 20 years experience. Fred 752-7758, cell 545-6141. CLEAN WINDOWS Wouldn't that be nice? I'll make your glass gleam! Local, licensed, insured. 725-0399. ALOHA SNOWBIRDS Island Pressure Cleaning's thorough washdown removes mildew, dirt and summer's salt from your winter residence, decks and roof. 778-0944. THE PERFECTIONIST is back! Cleaning with perfec- tion. Call Sharon 778-0064. HAVING A MAC ATTACK? Call for help with Mac or PC. Training, internet, hardware selection and instal- lation. Call Ed, 778-2553. MR. BILL'S HOME REPAIR/maintenance service. Over 30 years experience, self-employed in construction trades. "I'm handy to have around." 778-1022. RESIDENTIAL CLEANING SERVICE. Thorough, ex- perienced, excellent references. Weekly or bi-weekly. Call Laurie at 795-1225. Please leave message. MANGROVE TRIMMING: Time to trim your man- groves? Licensed, professional mangrove trimmer. Over five years experience. Call Dan 792-7016 for free estimates. CHAMBERLIN PROFESSIONAL CLEANING We don't cut corners, we clean corners. Call 750-4772, leave message. ACUPUNCTURE PHYSICIAN Irma Nussbaum, AP, RN, MS, GSA. Have a happier new year add acu- puncture to your health care. Mobile unit, weekend and evening appointments available. 792-0852. INCOME TAX SERVICES, Ohio and Michigan our specialty, electronic filing available. Call Pat at Kenney Tax Service. 761-8156. RAY CORDY CUSTOM PAINTING specializing in stain, oil and varnish finishes, pressure washing. Interiors, exteriors. Free estimates. Homeowners and contractors welcome. Fully licensed and in- sured. Impeccable references. Mobile 724-0520, office 953-5215. IRONING DONE sheets to shirts. Years of experi- ence, great references, non-smoking environment. Island pick-up and delivery. $20 minimum. 778-4192. CLEANING GAL residential, weekly, bi-weekly. Ex- perienced, professional, attention paid to detail. 795- 2720. Local references available. HAVING A MAC ATTACK? Call for help with Mac or PC. Training, internet, hardware selection and instal- lation. Call Ed, 778-2553. GOLF LESSONS. Call Carol, USGTF certified instructor. 779-2429. HIRE A FIREFIGHTER INC. All types of carpentry and maintenance work. 761-4065. LOSE WEIGHT, tone up. Certified fitness, low rates. Call 798-6969. JILL OF ALL TRADES for appointments, shopping, errands. House, pet and babysitting services. 778- 5835. TAXI ON THE ISLAND. For the island (anywhere in two counties). $1.50 to get in, $1.50 per mile. Cheer- ful, clean service 7am-3am, seven days, including. holidays. Island Transportation, 737-0336. Find what your looking for in The Islanderclassifieds! Thl Islander Pardis Relt ww~prais'eeat.com7784800 GLEN LAKES Upgraded kitchen, satellite dish, new sod, sprinkler system. Enjoy water- front property. Large yard, caged pool and deck. Immaculate home. Move-in condition. $169,900. Bob Wolter 778-4800. MLS#70080 BEST BUY ON ISLAND Direct Intracoastal and canal views from living room, kitchen and bed- room of this new 3BR/2BA home. Boat lift, dav- its and hurricane-strength tinted windows. $389,000. Call Lynn Hostetler 778-4800 for showing. MLS#71225 BRADENTON BEACH DUPLEX Just steps from the beach, 2BR/2BA and laundry hook- up in both units, enclosed storage on ground level for each unit. $259,900. Denny Rauschl 778-4800. MLS#72393. Easy to show! GREAT INVESTMENT Priced to sell! One block to beaches. One cottage, plus a fourplex. Cottage has 2BR/1BA. Each unit in fourplex has 1BR/1BA. All annual tenants, but could be seasonal. $399,900. Ed Oliveira 778-4800 or 778-1199. MLS#41886 ICE CREAM AND SANDWICH SHOP (Business Only) Owner will finance. $35,000. Lynn Hostetler 778-4800. ISLAND LOT: Commercial or duplex zoning. Call Lynn Hostetler 720-5876. $149,900 Bob Wotr 2883 Maher 778-6791JoA* C-7.9 29 9 a 5.0 G f iHB ** .F- : -82. .. .- S-zrn 1 '~'' PAGE 28 0 JAN. 31, 2001 N THE ISLANDER S Commercial Residential Free Estimates SandV's Lawn Mowing Trimming Edgingi awn Hauling By the cut or by the month. Ir wA We Monitor Irrigation Systems Service INSURED* GUARANTEED LOWEST 778-1345 PRICES AND SATISFACTION Established in 1983 @@NR[9f U@T@ STATE LICENSED & INSURED @@NMTU@TB:0@N CRC 035261 EXPERIENCED @@M@[T(@@TI@i jJOE UNGVARSKY CONSTRUCTION CONSTRUCTION Remodeling Contractors CONSTRUCTION CONSTRUCTION In-house plan designs @@E@aIMa0DK Building Anna Maria since 1975 (941) 778-2993 A 1N 1 1HfHI P141HTIH III Residential Commercial Check oi r refe rences: i' " "Quality work at a reaisoiinble price. ... Licensed/Insured Serving Anna Maria Island Since 1986 761-8900 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 Inue odd-Fe stmts-Wlim6555 Drywall* Ceiling Repair Custom Wall Finishing Interior/Exterior 25 Yrs Experience Cell 650-7871 Eves 778-9506 A TO Z INTERIOR FINISHING Painting I Kenny Smith Custom Finishes V John Kreiter Texturing 941-792-4761 Trim Installation 941-730-6422 Door Hanging 9'9 Free Estimates Cabinet Installation 50-Years Total Ceramic Tiling Experience Light Remodeling State Registered Repairs Partnership CARPET CLEANING ... CEAc NING-- Dries Fast! In hours ... not days! CALL 778-2882 * ** * * * CLIP AND SAVE * * * SWATIERING RESTRICTIONS * 0 S Rules in effect for Manatee County: > Lawn and landscape watering is limited to one Sday a week. ;> Addresses ending in even numbers (or A M): * Tuesday. > Addresses ending in odd numbers (or N Z): * Sunday. > Irrigation not allowed from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. * Irrigation with treated waste water allowed any time.) S>Owners can wash their vehicles anytime as long S as they use a hand-held hose with a shut-off nozzle. (Pull the car on the lawn to wash!) > Rinsing boats and Ilushing of boat motors is Sallowed for ten minutes daily. > Hand-watering ol plants, NOT LAWNS, is permitted any day. Questions or comments? Call the South- * west Florida Water Management District (Swiftmud) toll-free: 1-800-423-1476. S000000* * *00*0*0* 000*0*0*0*0*0**0*0*1** 0 LN GAD EO I M JR'S LANDSCAPING AND MAINTENANCE Lawns, native plants, mulching, trimming, hauling, cleanup. Island resident 25 years. Call 778-6508. CONNIE'S LANDSCAPING & MAINTENANCE Resi- dential/commercial, full-service maintenance, land- scaping installation, clean-ups, tree trimming, ponds, native plants, butterfly gardens. Excellent references. 778-5294. FREE SNOW REMOVAL Shell, dirt, mulch or stone delivered and spread for a small fee. Yard clean-up. Dump truck for hire. Free estimates. Call Dave Bannigan, 794-6971. ISLAND LAWN SPRINKLER service and repair. If it's broken, we can fix it. Free estimates. Senior discount. Call 778-2581 or 713-0676. PROFESSIONAL LANDSCAPE DESIGN and instal- lation. Huge selection of plants, shrubs and trees. Irrigation and pest control service. Everything Under the Sun Garden Centre, 5704 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. 778-4441. SHELL DELIVERED AND spread. $27 a yard. Haul- ing: all kinds of gravel, mulch, top soil with free estimates. Call Larry at 795-7775. STRAIGHT SHOT LANDSCAPE Service. Installations, koi ponds, clean-ups and hauling. Shell delivered and installed as low as $26.50 per yard. 727-5066. TREES BY BREEZE. Landscapes, tree trimming and property maintenance since 1988. Call Chris 778-2837. CODY'S CARPET AND upholstery cleaning. Need your carpets cleaned right? Call Cody, 17 years ex- perience, owner/operator, satisfaction always guar- anteed. 714-0668. VAN-GO PAINTING residential/commercial, interior/ exterior, pressure cleaning, wallpaper. Island refer- ences. Dan or Bill, 795-5100. JOE UNGVARSKY CONSTRUCTION Remodeling contractors. In-house plan designs. State licensed and insured. Many Island references. 778-2993. Lic# CRC 035261. INDUSTRIOUS, highly-skilled, meticulous, sober, prompt, finish carpentry, counter tops, ceramic & vi- nyl tile, fine finish painting, wall coverings, repairs. Paul Beauregard, 779-2294. INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR PAINTING free esti- mates. 34-year Island resident. Call Jim Bickal at 778-1730. CHRISTIES PLUMBING Island and off-Island service since 1975. Repairs and new construction. Free estimates, no overtime charges. Now certifying backflow at water meters. (FL#RF0038118) 778- 3924 or 778-4461. ISLAND UPHOLSTERY Furniture repair. Danish craftsman. Free estimates, pick-up & delivery. 121 Bridge St., Bradenton Beach. 778-4335. CARL V. JOHNSON JR. Contractor. New homes, ad- ditions designs and plans. Free estimates, time and materials or contract. Lic. #0060450. Call 795-1947. B&D SEAMLESS aluminum gutters, five or six inch available. Insured, free estimates. Dean Guth, owner and operator, 729-0619. THIRTY YEARS craftsman experience. Interior, ex- terior, doors, stairs, windows and trim. Have sawmill, will travel. 745-1043 Dan Michael, master carpenter. TILE TILE TILE. All variations of ceramic tile sup- plied and installed. Quality workmanship, prompt, reliable, many Island references. Call Neil, 726-3077. GRIFFITHS' ISLAND PAINT/ paper services: Interior/ exterior painting, pressure washing and wallpaper. For prompt, reliable service at reasonable rates, call Kevin at 778-2996. Husband/wife team. WINDOW SHADES, BLINDS, shutters and more by Hunter Douglas and other major manufacturers. Life- time warranty. Call Island resident Keith Barnett for a free in-home consultation. Many Island references, 15 years experience. 941-778-3526 or 730-0516. ROOFING REPAIRS and replacements. Remodel- ing, repairs, additions, screen rooms, kitchens, baths. Free estimates. Lic#RC0045125, #RG0058589, #PE0020374. Insured. Call 720-0794. WATERFRONT COTTAGE with dock. Turnkey fur- nished, beautiful view, breezy quiet area. No pets/ smoking. Priced from $700 month, $350 week. 941- 794-5980. www.divefish.com. VACATION RENTALS: 2BR apartments across form beautiful beach, $450 per week. Fall and spring dates available. Almost Beach Apartments, 778-2374. ANNA MARIA 3BR/2.5BA, one half block to beach, washer/dryer, microwave, utilities, cable, no pets, no smokers. Winter only, $2,700/month plus security. Three-month minimum. (863)646-9233. MARINER'S COVE, fabulous 3BR/2.5BA, furnished bayfront apartment available 2/1/2000 for seasonal or annual rental. Gated community with elevator, heated pool, tennis, boat dock, park-like setting and beautiful bay views. End unit with 2,150 Sq Ft., plus porches. Call Dave Moynihan, Realtor. Call 778-7976 evenings. HOLMES BEACH canal-front home, 2BR/2BA, fur- nished, garage, laundry, dock, many extra's. Avail- able now. Open 2002 season. Call for price and de- tails. (813)286-9814. FANTASTIC ANNUAL. Beach view, large deck, washer/dryer, utilities included. 2BR/2BA. $1,500. One- room efficiency, $800. 778-7820. Bradenton Beach. SEASONAL OR MONTHLY rental 3BR/3BA in Anna Maria with canalfront and dock. One-car garage, one block from beach, large entertainment room with bar. Completely furnished, singe story, available Novem- ber-May, no smoking, pontoon boat available. $3.500/month. Call (863)683-4703 or (863)688-9281. WHILE YOU'RE AWAY... ALL IS OKAY t GM HOME INSPECTION SERVICE (941)794-5894 Longboat Key Bradenton Holmes Beach Anna Maria Rescreening of: REENS-S Pools mUCC -1- Patios PLUS Windows Ken Marshall 722-8856 Cell:720-8829 Phone 941-321-6617 Florid Home or 752-3866 Florida Homw Absentee Owner Services M." A Maintenance Inc. www.floridahomemaintenance.com Wekly Walk-through Visual Inspections Of Your Property. Property Maintenance, Lawn Care Mail Forwarding Service Who is watching your property Bill Paying And Bookkeeping Service while you are gone? Refrigerator And Cupboard Restocking Service For Returning Owners. licence Number CB )059719. (From a Predetermined list) I I II SI TO N I T S L P P Y C R O CKS OR N ICE TO W H E A Y ONE T WAS T HREEWEEKS SALMON VAYA NRE E N E H E X T LES TORSO R 0ALS AFTERCHR I STMASANDALL ILO TRUAED LEROY M IAOU RA DEAL BONER FORTES ER E M A T TNE ASTERN EWE DETAT HAU!TE MA ITRED THROUGHTHEHOUSE BUSH 1DO CARAT HASTO IRA RAPTOR LEG IT SEAS TB I R S ONEAL CORETTA SALEM TREAD TBONE AUG NOTAS I NGLETH I NGF I TME R E N E R N R A DOA TM YOUBET NOTEVENAB LOUSE SP IRAL ARI SEN TEARGAS ES TA TE N ICES T HASTENS Wilson Walls NC STUCCO SPECIALIST MW I REN-TACtinued lRENTASCtiu RESORT 66, 1BR efficiency, full housekeeping ser- vice, TV w/cable, pool, ocean, hot tub, fully furnished. Located on beautiful Holmes Beach, Anna Maria Is- land, Florida. Available weeks of March 3-10, 10-17, 17-24. Call (315)894-2304. BAYFRONT DUPLEX. Seasonal 1 BR/1 BA quiet and clean $1,400/month. 109 13th St. South, Bradenton Beach. 322-2101. MARTINIQUE NORTH 2002. 5300 Gulf Drive, on beach, pool, tennis, garage. 2BR/2BA, Feb. 15-April 15, 2002. $3,200 per month. 778-6786. HOLMES BEACH CANALFRONT home. 2BR/2BA, furnished, garage, laundry, dock, many extras. Avail- able now. Open 2002 season. Call for $ and details. (813) 286-9814. FREE JANUARY RENT Beautiful Longboat Key, 200 ft. from beach with Gulf view, screened lanai, laun- dry room, unfurnished. Pets welcome. One block to Publix, near everything. 1BR/1BA, $725 per month; 2BR/2BA, $825 per month. 383-0776. AVAILABLE NOW 1BR, furnished with kitchenette, ground level, handicap access. Steps to beach. Sea- sonal/annual. Pets welcome. 778-2940. ANNUAL RENTAL new construction 3BR/2BA unit with pool close to the beach plus much more. Jeff Kenrick, Marina Pointe Realty, 713-5478. ANNUAL RENTALS, several to choose from. Big ones, small ones, and one just right for you. Mike Norman Realty, 778-6696. SEASONAL/MONTHLY Anna Maria 2BR/1BA near Rod and Reel Pier. $500/week, $1,500/month. 387-8610. ANNA MARIA ISLAND Club. Rental for March and April. Non-smoking, adults, no pets. $1,200 per week. 813-949-3713. - HOLMES BOULEVARD, 2BR/1.5BA. Decks and yard on lake. Garage. 1.5 blocks to beach. Available March/April $1,750/month. 778-4010. ANNUAL RENTAL, 1BR/1BA, ground level unit in Anna Maria available Feb. 1. $600/month. Call Jeff Kenrick, Marina Pointe Realty Co., 713-5478. SEASONAL RENTAL. furnished, 1BR apartment. Holmes Beach, block to beach, upstairs, $1,400/ month. January.thru April. Includes cable, utilities, washer/dryer. (407)846-8741. ANNUAL 2BR/2BA duplex one block from beach. $700/month, walking distance to beach, Publix and shopping. (813)247-3178. WANTED! Room or small unit to rent. Annual or sea- sonal. Mature non-smoking male. Close to beach. 778-1496 or (314)961-1928. ANNUAL RENTAL. Super clean, 2BR/1BA, half du- plex. Short walk to Gulf Beach. $925/month. Call Betsy Hills Real Estate, P.A., 778-2291. WANTED TO RENT: Feb. 16-23 for married couple near beach in Holmes Beach or Anna Maria. (717) 755-3891 or e-mail HFlemming@aol.com. ANNUAL RENTAL. Ranch-style duplex, 2BR/ 1.5BA in Holmes Beach $700 per month, plus utilities. 778-0032. FURNISHED, SECURE 2BR/2BA condo. Deep-water dock, covered parking, pool, spa, tennis, recreation, workout rooms. Near beaches, perfect for boating fam- ily. No smoking/pets. $3,000/month. 798-2000. FULLY-FURNISHED APARTMENTS, monthly, weekly, $1,600-$600. 2BR/2BA, $1,800-$700. Washer/dryer, direct Gulf view. South Bradenton Beach. 941-504-6009. RESORT 66 1BR, poolside villa in beachfront resort sleeps four. Heated pool, whirlpool, full housekeeping, bicycles, barbecue grill. Available Feb. 3-10.778-3930. FURNISHED BEDROOM and bath. Quiet, clean and like cats. Job, car, local references, no smoking. Call for details 778-4192. ANNUAL RENTAL 1BR/1BA, Bradenton Beach, one block to beach/bay, just renovated. 203 2nd St. N. #4 - $625/month; #2 $575/month. plus deposit. 813- 258-2411. ANNUAL RENTAL Holmes Beach duplex recently remodeled. 2BR/1BA unfurnished. One block to beach, available immediately. $750. 778-8645. ANNUAL 2BR/2BA DUPLEX, nicely maintained property, storage with washer/dryer hook-up, dish- washer. $725/month. No pets. Call Fran Maxon Real Estate, 778-2307. ELEVATED CANALFRONT HOME. 2BR/1BA, newly remodeled upscale furnishings. Steps to beach. Available January & February, $2,500/month. Call (813) 920-3845, nights. 1BR COTTAGE, Cortez. Furnished, laundry. Annual $565/month plus electric, one person. $635/month two people. No pets, possible seasonal. 12414 45th Ave. W. 795-8077. 1BR/1BA WESTBAY COVE. Turnkey, shopping, beach, heated pool and tennis. February, March and April. Old Florida Realty, 778-3377. DUPLEX UNFURNISHED, ground level, steps to beach. 2BR/1BA. No pets. Water/garbage furnished. First and last months rent, plus deposit. 778-5341. SUPERB 2BR/2BA ISLAND ANNUAL. Top-floor unit with open floor plan, vaulted ceiling, large kitchen with all appliances, laundry room with W/D hoop-ups and central H/A. A large screen-enclosed balcony offers wonderful views of both the Gulf of Mexico and the bay. All living areas, plus balcony, have ceramic tile. Bedrooms are Berber. This is a well-maintained elevated duplex, built in 1988. Water, sewer, trash and pest control is provided. Sorry, no pets. $975/ month. Sandy Greiner, Wagner Realty 794-2246. THE ISLANDER 0 JAN. 31, 2001 0 PAGE 29 YVONNE HIGGINS WVAG NER REALTY C all mie t,:, find [he .. . 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Lightning Repair 4 Service Upgrades COMMUNITY ELECTRIC David Parrish Owner Lic # ER0006385 Serving the Beaches Since 1978 PAGE 30 M JAN. 31, 2001 0 THE ISLANDER RT C & a S C n IA ATCt VACATION RENTAL Bradenton Beach. Available March 1. 2BR/1.5BA, elevated duplex. One block to beach, close to shopping. 795-7288. DON'T DELAY, seasonal rental available for Febru- ary at Sandy Pointe. 2BR/2BA, second-floor unit. Beautifully furnished. Sandy Greiner, Wagner Realty 794-2246. SEASONAL ANNA MARIA canal pool home with bay view. 3BR/2BA $2,500/month, $1,000 Security. Jim Piro, Piro and Associates, 923-3900. BEAUTIFUL CANALFRONT LOT. No bridges, 516 SKumquat. 11,350 sq.ft., $350,000, (just $31 per sq.ft.!), by owner, email: OliverZorn@web.de, or fax: 01149-91335230. NEW GULFVIEW HOME by Don Meilner & Son Construc- tion. 3BR/2BA, one block to Gulf. 3019 Ave. E., Holmes Beach. $349,000. 778-3875. www.yourcoolhouse.com. 260 FEET on Palma Sola Bay, zoned RDD4.5., Re- duced $199,000. Call Sam Watkins, Coldwell Banker, 321-8323. ISLAND HOME, easy walk to beach. 2BR/2BA, en- closed porch, den, party room with hot tub, sun porch, three-car garage plus room to park a large boat or motor home. Newer appliances, siding, car- pet, decorating. Well-built house in great shape. $239,000. Call Yvonne Higgins at 720-3879. BAYFRONT ESTATE. Two houses and duplex. Newly painted and re-roofed. Spectacular view. 109 13th St. S., Bradenton Beach. $825,000. 322-2101. WATERFRONT LOTS & HOMES. 5 direct waterfront lots from $149,900 and three waterfront homes from $299,900 on beach and bay. Won't last long owner selling out! 800-246-4882. HOLMES BEACH CONDO First floor, 2BR/2BA, low dues, balcony overlooks mangrove preserve. Two blocks to Gulf. $128,000. Brokers welcome. 779-9549. STEPS TO BEACH, 3BR/2BA with pool and garage in Holmes Beach. Completely remodeled. Great Is- land getaway or rental. Call Ed Oliveira, A Paradise Realty, 778-1199 anytime. CONDO 2BR/2BA. Perfect location close to beaches and shopping. Complete privacy, overlooking man- grove through huge picture window. $125,000. Owner, 778-7456. CANALFRONT HOME with pool and bay view. 3BR/ 2BA. Asking $369,900. Call Jim Piro, Piro and Asso- ciates, 923-3900. CONDO 2BR/2BA. Perfect location close to beaches and shopping. Complete privacy, overlooking man- grove through huge picture window. $125,000. Owner, 778-7456. Open 7 Days a Week For Your Convenience! Also ... 24 hours a day on the world wide web at www.islandreal.com SALES RENTALS PROPERTY MANAGEMENT .... ....... .... WONDERFUL BAY VIEWS from elevated canalfront property on north end of Anna Maria. Like new 3BR/3BA has large private wood deck, new kitchen, newly tile floors and new metal roof. $369,900. MLS#72129. GULF VIEWS from this newly listed Water's Edge condo! Turnkey furnished, -heated pool, tennis court and much more. Fabulous rental property! $249,000. MLS#43760. ISLAND HOME three blocks to beach! Lots of fruit trees, shell yard, 2BR/3BA home with new A/C and roof. Vinyl windows, oversized one-car garage, family room and enclosed porch. $229,500. MLS#71794. THIS IS ONE of Anna Maria Island's finest waterfront locations. Bring your sailboat or yacht to this deep-water canalfront home with direct bay and Gulf access. Beautifully appointed home has 3BR/2BA, caged solar heated pool and is tiled to perfection. $449,000. MLS#71364. KEY ROYALE 2BR/2BA lovingly main- tained canal front home. Open floor plan, pocket sliders to A/C lanai. Deep sailboat water has easy access to bay and Gulf. Two-car garage and easy-care yard. $339,900. MLS#71888. I fr--l-- UPDATED DUPLEX this 3BR/1BA AND 1 BR/ 1BA duplex has been upgraded on both sides with new kitchens, remodeled bathrooms and new carpet and tile. Another bathroom could be added to the 3BR/1BA unit for additional income. Common laundry room and big yard make this a aood investment! $219,900. MLS#70309. 94-78-066- 180-6-00 DICK MAHER AND DAVE JONES ISLAND SPECIALISTS Sim call a PERICO BAY CLUB "BEST", just listed. 2BR/2BA end villa. Beautiful turnkey, furnishings included. Brick courtyard entry. One-car garage. Mint condi- tion. Call Marilyn Trevethan for details and viewing. Island Real Estate, 778-6066. CANALFRONT HOME on really nice lot, 75 by 148, in Anna Maria. 2BR/1.5BA, one-car garage, lanai, dock, davits. Extra neat and clean. $279,000. Call Yvonne Higgins at 720-3879. PERICO BAY CLUB "BEST," just listed. 2BR/2BA end villa. Beautiful turnkey furnishings included. Brick courtyard entry. One-car garage. Mint condition. Call Marilyn Trevethan for details and viewing. Island Real Estate, 778-6066. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate ad- vertising herein is subject to the Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise "any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, reli- gion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination." Familial status includes children un- der age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of chil- dren under 18. This newspaper will not knowing ac- cept any advertising for real estate which is in viola- tion of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are avail- able on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777, for the hearing impaired (0) 1-800-543-8294. Just visiting paradise? SThIe Islander nplify Your Search! anytime for a consultation. Don't leave the Island without us. Mail order: 941-778-7978. 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