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the news ... Islander travelers cover the globe, B section. ISi RHC C It's a girl! See page 11. "The Best News on Anna Maria Island Since 1992" Bravo for the Air Force Reserve Concert Band The U.S. Air Force Reserve Concert Band preformed at the Anna Maria Island Community Center March 8 The band played familiar favorites and new patriotic tunes for the more than 400 guests. The music was especially moving for the audience with so many Americans serving their country in the Middle East and throughout the world. Islander Photo: J.L. Robertson. Sandpiper Resort land offered to resident Call it the story of willing sellers and willing buyers. Vorbeck Equities, owners of the Sandpiper Mobile Resort in Bradenton Beach, want to sell the property, in- cluding all 204 mobile home spaces. The Sandpiper resi- dents want to buy, although the sale price is still under negotiation. Residents at Sandpiper own their units, but not the land, paying instead a monthly rental fee to the park owners. Resident association president Gordan Cleland said residents have 45 days to reach a decision to make an offer to buy the mobile home complex in the 2600 block of Gulf Drive. There are 161 homeowners in the park, which first opened in 1934. "We were presented an option to buy March Cleland said, "which we've tried to do for many yea We're not in favor of anyone but us to stay here,a we're very optimistic." Cleland declined to mention the asking price the property, which stretches east of Gulf Drive Anna Maria Sound. Residents were meeting with attorneys at pressti Tuesday to discuss details. Florida law requires om ers of mobile home parks to offer the property to residents for sale first, giving them "first refusal" rig before selling to anyone else. The property is 7.4 acres in size. The Mana County Property Appraiser has assessed the value the land at $623,000. Partial building moratorium proposed A six-month moratorium on property rezonings, comprehensive plan amendments and street vacations in Bradenton Beach may be in effect by late April. City commissioners unanimously directed the or- dinance be drafted. It is expected to be addressed by the city's planning and zoning board later this month, fol- lowed by two public hearings before the city commis- sion, preceding a decision on the matter in April. The moratorium issue mostly echoes a petition drive by citizens earlier this year. Commissioners re- jected the citizen petition for a moratorium after City Attorney Alan Prather said it was legally insufficient, but directed him to provide a modified version for re- view. The major change between the citizen petition and the building ban proposed by the commission lies in the element of voter approval of changes. The citizens wanted the matter to go to voters on a referendum; commissioners apparently believed citizen comment at public hearings would be sufficient. Projects currently "in' the pipeline" develop- ments that have already applied to the city for rezonings or comp plan amendments would be al- lowed to continue within the routine process. The moratorium, commissioners hope, will give them time to review the land development codes and comprehensive plan as it relates to growth in the city. A proposed visioningg" process would coincide with the planning reviews. The focus of the debate is the city's 13-year-old comprehensive plan, the guiding document for growth in Bradenton Beach. The plan, when it was created in 1989, encouraged growth, especially in the central part of the city and in the Bridge Street area. The central city section exploded in growth in the late 1990s, with major renovations made to the Silver Surf Resort, the Tortuga Inn and Queens Gate motels, and the creation of the large-scale condominium devel- opment Bermuda Bay. The city applied for and received grants totaling $1 PLEASE SEE MORATORIUM, NEXT PAGE Volume 10, no. 18, March 13, 2002 FREE First DOT bridge report due at March 26 workshop By Paul Roat Islanders have less than two weeks to wait before the condition of the Anna Maria Bridge is revealed. Florida Department of Transportation spokesper- son Marsha Burke said public workshops will be held March 26 in Bradenton and April 4 in Holmes Beach to report on the structural, mechanical and electrical systems on the 45-year-old bridge that links Holmes Beach to Perico Island and the mainland. DOT contractors have spent the past six months going over the bridge from below the water up. The results of the inspection are still being reviewed, Burke said, but will be ready for public consumption by the time of the workshops. The March 26 session will be at the First Baptist Church of Bradenton, 1306 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton. The April 4 meeting will be at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. "We don't have any information at this point," Burke said. Consultants PBS&J have completed the S inspection findings and DOT has forwarded the infor- mation to Tallahassee for internal review. 7," "All I can say is there is nothing unsafe about the ars. bridge," Burke said. and Based on the results of the review of the bridge's condition, three options will be considered by DOT: cfor No build, or routine maintenance, "may be all that e to is necessary to ensure the integrity of the Anna Maria Bridge," according to the DOT. Repair alternatives ime wn- PLEASE SEE BRIDGE, NEXT PAGE the ghts atee e of flappeninrgs Blimey blarney! There'll be plenty o' blarney to go 'round this weekend as the Island celeb This year's ration of Gaelic festivities include a brunch sponsored by the Island's Ancient Order of Hibernians at the Moose Lodge. Tickets are re- quired and may be purchased from Irish wag Don Maloney, 778-4865. A parade celebrating St. Patrick's Day is open to all comers, leaving Holmes Beach city hall at 2 p.m., traveling up 59th Street to Gulf Drive and north to Island's End at Pine Avenue for a celebra- tion with live music, food, beverages and fun. Not on the St. Patty bandwagon, but cause to celebrate, there's a little heralded Junior Little League game Saturday, the first-ever official con- test to be played on Birdie Tebbetts Field, between the Island and Manatee East. Game time 10 a.m. and everyone's invited. The late Tebbetts' siblings were making plans to attend at presstime and invite all their friends, friends of Birdie, and all fans of baseball, to meet them at the ballpark. ISLANDER 1 Since 1992 ... .. -- .... J: -.. F Skimming PAGE 2A 0 MARCH 13, 2002 E THE ISLANDER Bridge hearing coming up CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 consist of proactive major repairs to the bridge, includ- ing structural and corrosion protection. Rehabilitation, including widening travel lanes, adding shoulders and replacing sidewalks on the struc- ture, including the bascule (movable portion). Also, the bridge would be improved to handle current require- ments for vehicle loads. If the results of the bridge evaluation, including a cost-benefit analysis comparing repairs versus reha- bilitation, determine the bridge can't be fixed, a third option may be chosen: Replacement, although DOT officials said the re- placement alternative is not a part of the initial study. Should it be determined that the bridge cannot be repaired, the second portion of the project development and envi- ronmental study will consist of evaluating replacement alternatives, including a low-level bascule drawbridge, a mid-level bascule and a high-level fixed bridge. Moratorium tentatively OK'd CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 million to improve the Bridge Street area in an effort to encourage a business revitalization in the early 1990s. That revitalization finally evolved in the late 1990s with the Bridgewalk resort-shop-restaurant project at Bridge Street and Gulf Drive, the 2001 Sand Castle condo pro- posal at the southwest comer of the intersection and the. Old Bridge Village condo-office project on Bay Drive South, approved in January. It was the Old Bridge Village project that spurred the revisiting of growth plans in the city. Residents objected to the scale and land-use changes proposed for the project. Commissioners narrowly approved the development, and citizens received the necessary signatures on petitions to have the city commission revisit the issue. Failing to re- verse the commission's vote on the matter, petitioners hoped to have the matter go on the ballot as a referendum to allow the voters to decide the project's fate. However, state law prohibits land-use matters to be decided by voters, and the matter was dropped. But not over, as vowed by a citizen coalition hoping to curb the loss of "historic" cottages in the area. Last chance for Mary Ann's gown This is the last week for voting on the gown Mary Ann Brockman will wear to the Academy Awards blast in Hollywood. Islander readers have been voting in droves for the gown of their choice, selecting a favorite from among four offered by Jennifer's of Bradenton. Brockman, executive director of the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce, will wear the winner to the Oscar celebration. She will accompany her son Kevin, senior vice president of entertainment and com- munications for ABC-TV. Tidemark demolition under way The first phase of the Tidemark hotel/condominium project in Holmes Beach got under way Monday with the demolition of two duplexes on the property adjacent to where the Marina Bay restaurant now stands. That building will also be demolished at some point, according to developer Nick Easterling. Once the duplexes are cleared, construction of a new seawall will begin, Easterling said. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin Also involved in the contest are the Island Players, who provided the settings for the photo shoot where Brockman modeled for photographer J.L. Robertson. Jennifer Scott and Brockman consulted catalogs and chose four gowns they "wouldn't mind being seen in" on Oscar night, picked four and Jennifer's procured them all. The "winning gown" will be determined by the quantity of votes. Voters can win, too. The three whose names come up in a special "bline" drawing will get one of these prize packages: First, $100 gift certificate from the chamber, $100 certificate at Jennifer's, dinner for tiwo at Ooh La La, $50 from The Islander. Second, $75 chamber certificate, brunch for two at Ooh La La, $25 from The Islander. Third, $25 chamber certificate, latte and dessert for two at Ooh La La, two Islander "More Than a Mullet Wrapper" T-shirts. The form for entry in the contest appears with the color photos of the gowns in this issue of The Islander. Remember, deadline is Friday, March 15. The Academy Awards, with Mary Ann in her gown, will be March 24 in Hollywood. \Wood you believe? SLongboat Key artist David Levin displays one of his featured pieces for the upcom- ing wood sculpture show March 16 to April 12 at L'Attitude S-Gallery, 9908 Gulf 1- Drive, Anna Maria. 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Resort-style living on Sarasota Bay. Amenities include a fitness center, two pools, two waterfalls, spa, cabanas, wilderness boardwalk and so much more. 1699 N. Gulf Drive Bradenton Beach Contact George at 778-5983 ...... y THE ISLANDER M MARCH 13, 2002 M PAGE 3A Hovercraft wants Anna Maria Meetings Officials of St. Petersburg-based Hover USA will be at the Anna Maria City Commission workshop March 14 to discuss a possible landing site for their hovercraft along the northeast shore of the city. Hover USA president Robert Wagner said the company plans to bring no more than 40 visitors per day from Pinellas County to an Anna Maria landing By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter Nearly six weeks behind schedule, workers on site, and only during daylight hours, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. No passengers would be taken from Anna Maria to St. Petersburg, he said. Wagner said his customers would "patronize the restaurants and shops of downtown Anna Maria." The company has a Web site at www.hover- usa.com for further information. the Anna Maria Island beach renourishment project from contractor Great Lakes Dredge and Dock are now supposed to be in the area in anticipation of the start of dredging and beach renourishment. Rick Spadoni of Coastal Planning and Engineer- ing, the county's overseer of the project, said on Monday he believed the first GLDD staff were now on the Island, preparing the ground work for the ar- rival of the first crews. "It's my understanding they are in the area and setting up an office, getting ready," said Spadoni. GLDD should start moving pipe onto the beach be- tween March 15-20, he said. The company's dredge, "Illinois," arrived in Tampa on March 10 for repairs expected to take 10 days, he added. It should be on-site off the northwest point of the Island by March 21. Phase One of the county's $8.9 million beach renourishment project will be the .6 mile section in Anna Maria. That's expected to take about 10 days, Spadoni said. Efforts to confirm the arrival of the first GLDD workers were unsuccessful through the company's office in Illinois. waterfront parking space Anna Maria City March 13, 6:30 p.m., Environmental Education and Enhance- ment Committee meeting. March 14, 6:45 p.m., special city commission meeting regard- ing Waste Management garbage franchise agreement. March 14,7 p.m., city commission work session. Agenda: public comment, hovercraft proposal, Veterans Memorial presentation, code enforcement board vacancy update, proposed budget process, bond for staff and elected officials, defibrillator discussion, com- ments on job descriptions, animal-control ordinance discussion, meeting process discussion, code of conduct, meeting time discus- sion, emergency items, commission goals, city hall remodeling dis- cussion, audit review, Belle Haven grant discussion, town hall meeting discussion, Bayfront Park meeting discussion, EEEC memorial proposal discussion, Vision Manatee presentation and use of city attorney discussion. Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, 708-6130. Bradenton Beach March 13, 1 p.m., special city commission work session at Sandpiper Mobile Resort, 2601 Gulf Drive. Agenda: determi- nation of 27th Street city location, 26th Street issues, bus and trolley stop discussion, crosswalk discussion, commission re- marks and public comment. March 14, 6:30 p.m., planning and zoning board meeting. Agenda: major development and planned-unit development at 302-304 Gulf Drive S. March 19, 1 p.m., scenic highway meeting. March 20, 6:30 p.m., board of adjustment meeting. March 21, 1 p.m., city commission meeting. Bradenton Beach City Hall, 107 Gulf Drive N., 778-1005. Holmes Beach March 13, 7 p.m., parks and beautification committee meeting. March 14, 10 a.m., Holmes Beach Civic Association meeting. March 15, 8 a.m., charter review ad hoc committee meeting. March 19, 1 p.m., planning commission meeting. March 21, 10 a.m., code enforcement board meeting. Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive, 708-5800. Of Interest March 18, 3 p.m., Island Transportation Planning Organization meeting, Bradenton Beach City Hall. March 18, 5:30 p.m., Turtle Watch volunteer training meeting, Holmes Beach City Hall. Beach renourishment crews here, somewhere Turtle Watch volunteers meet Monday Both veteran and wannabe sea turtle support- ers will meet Monday, March 18, to learn about the Island Turtle Watch organization. Suzi Fox, who holds the state permit for ma- rine turtle protection on the Island, said coordina- tors should be at Holmes Beach City Hall at 5:30 p.m. Volunteers, both experienced and new, should be there at 6:30 p.m. A training video and discussion of sea turtles will take place. Each year, hundreds of volunteers comb the beaches of Anna Maria Island, looking for and marking sea turtle nests. Female turtles, mostly loggerheads, come ashore from May to November. Leprechauns? Easter bunnies? No! Turtles. O -k ". 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Island Shopping Center 5406 Marina Drive Holmes Beach 941 778 5320 PAGE 4A 0 MARCH 13, 2002 N THE ISLANDER Itm A4 "4. Da eb ] Nortbern Trust Drow ned dpedso 'in statg today.Tats.h ie ofiniidas ar tunin fo hei provdin.a scur ve n hs hycr bu a Nortern Trst cie "* e e .qio pri fuur onoli ground.s rather Trust8 THE ISLANDER 0 MARCH 13, 2002 0 PAGE 5A Historic Cortez school house plans unveiled By Jim Hanson Islander Correspondent What the historic 1912-built Cortez school build- ing needs is $650,000 worth of rehabilitation and a fulltime employee to organize everything, said Mana- tee County. What the schoolhouse needs is for us to lease it from the county and handle it all ourselves, said Cortez. In an extraordinarily civil disagreement between two strong personages, the matter remains unsettled but with the battle lines clear. It all came out at a meeting last week of Cortez Waterfronts. Delivering the county's position was Maggie Marr, county grants coordinator. Taking up gentle arms for the Cortez preference was Karen Bell, who runs A.P. Bell Fish Co. and owns Star Fish Co. There was little disagreement over what the his- toric school will become a recreated grand brick building where the fishing villagers can meet, marry and muse over their history in their own museum. How to get it there is at issue, along with who takes it there, Cortez or county. The county owns the building, bought it in 1998 with the Florida Communities Trust sharing the cost. State participation complicates any prospect of Cortezians ending up with the asset, and of the county's prospect of letting it happen. Bell proposes to have the Florida Institute of Salt- water Heritage take the school for the village. But FISH couldn't own it even if it had the money to buy, Marr said. Because of state participation in ownership, it's an asset "for the people of Florida" and won't be sold. "Then we are going to lease it," Bell informed her. "We're ready. We want to get in there." The meeting was designed to hear what the county had in mind for the school from the restoration project's architect, Linda Stevenson, who was intro- duced as the woman who "will bring the school back to life." Introducer was Jane von Hahmann, Cortez businesswoman, county commissioner and chair of Cortez Waterfronts. Stevenson detailed plans aimed at fitting the school for community use, preserving its historic characteristics while meeting 2002 building codes and standards. J The roof must be repaired, heart of pine floors re- suscitated, structural base strengthened, walls patched, windows replaced, portico rebuilt, conduits concealed, air conditioning installed, stucco either removed from the bricks or restored. It will take money and Cortez must go to the county commission to support that effort, Marr said. The importance the county assigns this project was reflected in the elevation of official representation - Chips Shore, clerk of the circuit court, county comptroller and the only permanent member of the Manatee County Historical Commission; Cathy Slusser, an historian and Shore's right arm in his- toric preservation; and several others of power in Manatee's preservation structure. Shore noted that FISH very recently submitted an application for a grant, and Marr said she was prepared to ask for a special category grant this year if Cortez can convince the commission of its urgency. Bell, who is treasurer of FISH, said she was con- vinced Cortezians could do much of the restoration work themselves for much lower cost. Marr said she would leave a copy of Stevenson's plans in Cortez for villagers to study, put in writing everything they want for the building, and let her steer it through the bureaucratic labyrinth it must negotiate in the county and in Tallahassee. A gift of love Russ Olson, co- chairman of the Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island's Valentine's Day "10th Annual Kiwanis Big Band Benefit Dance," club President Robinson "Sky King and Bill Tester present a $2,500 check to Pierrette Kelly, executive director of the Anna Maria Island Community Center. To date, the Center's Foundation fund has received more than $25,000 from the Island club. IOHANNIERARYSPECAL ^^**S-sl^SCarpet & upholsteryi^ 10% ff leaing A special note from ai. rstyLLst .._: l MARJORIE YOUNG (Former owner of Head, to Toe Sa[lon) To mvnjbrvmer aict new cILents: 'Yo t care here b0j invlteA to vLsLbt me atLOOKSSALON 7455 Mnatee Ave. VV. (near Albertson's at 75th St.) I regret cny Lnconvenience my unexpectec relocdtLon may have cacusetd you. I'lL be back on the Island soon! Please, calljbfor an appointment."- MargLe 761-4081 PUBLIC NOTICE FROM THE CITY OF ANNA MARIA IPI RG CLEAN-UP Saturday March 23 8 am 3 pm at the Anna Maria City Pier parking lot VLEASE iCYr' E1 Yard waste must be separated from other refuse. Sorry no batteries, tires or paint will be accepted at this clean-up. RAIN DATE APRIL 6 Remember ... Monday is recycle pickup day in Anna Maria.Please set your blue bin at the curb. County Hazardous Waste Pickup: March 16. Call Carl at 795-3423 for location and information. For questions about recycling, call Anna Maria City Hall at 708-6130. SUIFIN6 WWOIIL TENT SALE MARCH 13-20 |50% Off Boardshorts Trunks Dresses Swimsuits Long-sleeved Tees Sweatshirts and More or... Come inside to see the area's best S A"s 'selections of separates in the latest styles. u-i '-Surf Skate Skim Boards Accessories & More PAGE 6A i MARCH 13, 2002 E THE ISLANDER 111110111 You figure What's been just talk for the past few years has taken on a more pressing sense of urgency in Bradenton Beach. It's sort of like being too rich, or too thin. Bradenton Beach is very nearly or maybe has be- come already too successful. Scroll back in time a decade and, for short- or long- term Islanders, you'll remember that Bridge Street could almost pass as the main street of a ghost town. The city was desperate for growth, for development, for ANY- BODY to come and visit, or buy, or start up a store or anything other than use Bradenton Beach as a pass through for Longboat Key. But then things changed. First came the $1 million in state grants for im- provements to Bridge Street. Then came some new houses. The houses weren't the quaint bungalows, old fisherman's cottages or simple sub- urban-style homes the residents were accustomed to. These houses were big. Really big. Tall and big. Then, in the middle of the city, came some big developments. Condos. A decade ago city officials would have given an arm and a leg for some nice, big condos. Even a few years ago, there wasn't too much mumbling about big-scale development. But-when they got bigger and bigger, as did the houses, the mumbling got a little louder. The mumbling turned to a roar when residents realized the scope and scale of some of the projects that while still on paper didn't look so bad. Collectively, the projects were thought over- whelming. And they were gobbling up smaller homes. And the roar finally turned into a shriek two months ago, when residents petitioned the city to over- turn its decision to approve a bayfront project. Although perhaps late, city officials did listen. The city attorney has been directed to draft language that could allow the city to implement a moratorium on street vacation, rezonings and comprehensive plan amendments for six months. The new ban could be in effect as early as mid-April. Is it too little, too late? Perhaps. Is it exactly what the city hoped and dreamed would happen 10 years ago? You betcha. As the city's advisors way back when explained, if the expected revitalization finally hits, you'll be swamped with people, business, new revenue and pretty much a new city. Property values will skyrocket. Is that what the city wants now? You figure. SLICK Better late than never! By Egan Opinion Check the quality I wonder if anyone in a position of authority on this Island has bothered to commission a study of the air quality on Anna Maria. With the many tourists, snowbirds, locals, as well as the people who come from Bradenton and Longboat Key to shop at Publix, as well as those who just use the Island as an extended U-turn between Manatee Avenue and Cortez Road, I suspect our air quality has degraded in the past few years. It might be a worthwhile endeavor for our mayors to get together and check it out. John Gilroy, Holmes Beach Shocked by police behavior Upon leaving the Gulf Drive Cafe at about 9 p.m., I observed three Bradenton Beach police officers who had also been in this same restaurant pull over a pass- ing motorist for not yielding to the three of them as they started across the street. The motorist may or may not have violated a traffic law. The reason for this letter is that the motorist in question was an elderly man accompanied by his eld- erly wife. Also, they were winter visitors from Ontario, Canada. I saw no evidence of reckless driving on the part of our visitors. The three police officers, however, acting like "cops," proceeded to verbally brutalize these people to the extent of one of them going across the street to the parking lot; turning on his lights and siren; and spinning his wheels as he recklessly drove his cruiser 150 feet to skid to a stop in the pedestrian walkway in front of the restaurant. Both I and my wife were shocked at the behavior of these officers. I live here and felt both fear and shame. It seems that too many of our local law enforce- ment officers act as though our Island is a police state. How many winter visitors and others leave here vow- ing never to return? So much for visioning In a mainland paper recently, Holmes Beach Mayor Carol Whitmore tried to make the point that we the people should wait on Manatee County's pro- posed charter amendment until her city finishes its visioningg" project. Visioning, comprehensive plans, land-use man- agement whatever you call it are supposed to be the pre-determined decisions made by a commu- nity as to how the community wants to grow and develop, such as commercial over here and housing and "X" density over there, etc. Why should we trust visioning any more than our current adopted regulations? Mayor Whitmore spearheaded all kinds of changes to our city's com- prehensive plan, vision and whatever, to get the 40- unit Tidemark condo/hotel built. What are the rules? A comp plan or vision has a shelf life only known to a few? Or, it's OK to change a plan beyond recognition as long as there is some- thing to point to if asked if a city has a plan? The development-happy mayors and councils of Bradenton, Bradenton Beach and Holmes Beach are destroying our county. From what I've seen of their handiwork, we the people need a higher power like the charter amendment if we want teeth in our plan- ning. If these politicians don't like it, tough. The louder they and the chamber and developers scream against the charter amendment, the more I am for it. Barbara Lacina, Holmes Beach Pick it up It is a city ordinance to pick up your pets' drop- pings from city or private property. Please help to keep our Island's pristine beauty. Gail Patsios, Key Royale Resident Owners Asso- i Diak Cieveringa, Holmnes Beah s9 saas eiatianBoad members ama 99 d& Ia I IIIfIsI The Islander March 13, 2002 Vol. 10, No. 18 V Publisher and Editor Bonner Joy V Editorial Paul Roat, News Editor Diana Bogan Rick Catlin Jack Egan Jim Hanson V Contributors Gib Bergquist Kevin Cassidy Andrea Dennis Doug Dowling J.L. Robertson Jean Steiger V Advertising Sales Rebecca Barnett Shona S. Otto V Accounting, Classified Advertising and Subscriptions Julia Robertson V Production Graphics Carrie Price V Distribution Jim Left Rob Ross Mary Stockmaster 1994-00 , ISIANDEI I' Single copies free. Quantities of five or more: 25 cents each. @2002 Editorial, Sales and Production Offices: Island Shopping Center, 5404 Marina Drive Holmes Beach FL 34217 E-mail: news@islander.org Sia FX a91 7I8r042992 HQFi 94 7,7-7j8, ; " THE ISLANDER N MARCH 13, 2002 N PAGE 7A Fishing for the big one in Florida My husband and I are enrolled in a fishing class at Manatee Technical College. We've both been fishing for years, but not in Florida. I grew up in Northern Minnesota in a family that took fishing seriously. My grandmother and her three brothers, my great-uncles, were always on the lake at dawn on the opening day of fishing season. And as soon as I was old enough to hold a fishing rod, my grandmother made sure I was in- cluded. My husband and I fish on Honeoye Lake in Upstate New York where we now spend the summers at our cottage. There, we try to catch bass, sunfish, crappies, perch and the elusive walleye, a different class entirely than the Florida grouper, snook and sheepshead. We also seem to spend a lot more time fishing than actu- ally catching fish, so a class seemed like the best way to start our Florida fishing adventure. Our teacher is Guy DeBlasto, a resident of Bradenton for 11 years and an inveterate fisherman. Guy's credentials as a fisherman and fishing teacher were amply demonstrated at the first class when he passed around a bag full of photos showing him from his 20s through the present day, and in each he is hold- ing at least one large fish. Then he told us about the 12-pound snook he threw back that morning and assured us that we would all leave the class with the knowledge to catch fish like these. I was hopeful, but not convinced, since our sum- mer fishing trips have not been too successful. Guy says he's been fishing for 35 years. He and his brother caught so many fish in the New York City area that they came to the attention of the conservation de- partment. Then, for many years, the two brothers Guy DeBlasto shows his fishing class some of the finer points of tying knots. Islander Photo: Jean Steiger tagged and weighed the fish they caught, took scale samples, released the fish and sent the information to the conservation department. Guy and his brother fought pollution in the Hudson River and both were showcased in an ABC special called "Airmail" that featured New York subjects. "Outdoor" magazine also featured Guy in an article on fishing. In addition, he has written his own articles on the sport and had them published in sports magazines. Guy has worked as a gaffer for blue fish and as a mate on a charter boat. In addition to fishing, he loves to cook and shared his favorite way to prepare his catch: "Mix lemon, lime and butter together with a little fresh parsley and seasonings and marinate before you fry the fish." Guy also recommends wrapping fish in parchment paper with seasonings and baking at 350 degrees. When I asked how long to bake it, he couldn't tell me. "I know how long to do it from experience," he said. But his real specialty is Italian food. His grand- father, who was an Italian immigrant, was a chef in New York. Guy works during the day so he often goes fishing at night. "I only take what I eat," he said. "I release the rest. Sometimes I take fish for the needy." Every Friday, he cooks for the homeless at the Daily Bread in Bradenton. When I asked him if he goes fishing at every pos- PLEASE SEE BEACHWALKER, NEXT PAGE Join Rotten O'Ralph for Corned Beef and Cabbage on Sunday, parch 17! (~~, / // Try our Corned Beef Hash for breakfast. Irish Coffee for St. Pat's ... 2 for $8.50. ROTTEN RALPH'S WATERFRONT DINING R ENOTTNOPEN 7 AM-9 PM 7 DAYS A WEEK RALPH'S SERVING BREAKFAST LUNCH DINNER FULL BAR 1,, / 902 S. Bay Blvd. Anna Maria 'Located at Galati Marina 778-3953 SWe'd love to mail W you the news! S We mail The Islander weekly for a nominal $36 per year. 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The sale was held at the home of artist Woody Candish, with several art- ist friends participating. DeFrank had maintained in several letters to the city last December that the yard sale was a violation of city code because it did not have a permit. A subsequent investigation by then Code Enforcement Officer Chuck White found no violation, particularly since the event was in its fourth year and no permit had been required in previous years. But DeFrank did not accept the de- cision, and openly asked at a January city commission meeting for a ruling from the city attorney. After reviewing the files, Dye indi- cated that garage sales are exempt from a special-use permit, but "in my view, the art sale did not qualify for the garage sale exception." While garage sales "are not specifi- cally defined in the city code," said Dye, "the generally accepted definition of a garage sale is that it is for sale of used household or personal articles held at the home of the seller. "The [art sale] advertisement indi- cates that these were new products for sale and that numerous persons were selling them, not just the resident of the property. These characteristics dis- tinguish this event from a garage sale," he said. Since the art sale was a "one-day event," Dye said, there is "no ongoing code violation to which code enforce- ment can respond to." But that doesn't mean the annual artists' yard sale can continue without a permit. Dye suggested that the city write a letter to the owner of the property where the sale was held "informing the owner that if the event is held in the future, he should apply for a special-event permit from the city." DeFrank said he felt no vindication from Dye's legal opinion, only that the city's codes should apply to everyone. He said he had no personal animos- ity toward the art sale participants, many of whom he considers friends and neigh- bors. "All I've ever asked for is equal- ity and enforcement of all the city ordi- nances," he said. He reiterated that he was not the original complainant to the city regard- ing the yard sale. DeFrank said he hoped the ruling will "notify residents that there is an ordinance for special events." A lot of people in Anna Maria "don't understand" the ordinance, or that you are required to obtain a per- mit from the city if you are working from your home or even someone else's, he said. DeFrank, a former member of the code enforcement board whose term ended in 2001, has submitted a request to Mayor SueLynn asking for appoint- ment to the current code enforcement board. Beachwalker CONTINUED FROM PAGE 7 sible opportunity, he said, "Are you kidding? My wife would kill me." Guy has been married for 32 years and has a son and a daughter. His daughter, Guy proudly related, is an excellent fisher. "She goes out during her lunch hour in a skirt and catches fish right off the pier," he said. Guy has taught fishing classes at Manatee Commu- nity College and the Bradenton YMCA, in addition to classes in New York before he moved to Florida. During our first class, Guy emphasized that we did not need a boat to catch fish. His specialty is wade fish- ing and fishing off piers. "A fish broke my 50-pound- test line when I was on a pier, while all the people in the boats were watching," he related. He said he often sees the people in the fishing boats come back empty handed, while he walks away with his limit. Besides a rod and reel, Guy explained that we would need a ruler (to make sure the fish size is within regulation), a copy of the fishing laws, a bait bucket, a knife, and a supply of hooks, sinkers and swivels. He recommends a size 3/0 or 4/0 hook and 50-pound-test line. The smaller shrimp about 3 to 4 inches in length make the best sized bait. When he discussed wade fishing, he advised stringing the bait bucket and live fish stringer through a plastic float that is tied to a 20-foot-long rope that can be attached to your belt or tied around the waist. This allows the live bait and the fish you catch to float far enough away to prevent any passing shark that decides to help himself to your catch from also taking a bite out of you. This information may also prevent me from wade fishing. However, Guy assured us that shark sightings are rare and only once has he found nothing but a fish head when he pulled it in. Another class period was devoted to fishing off of piers what to look for, which fish we might catch, how to hook a line, the tides and their relation to fish behavior (always cast into the tide), spoons, lures and sinkers. I was delighted to learn that Anna Maria Island piers offer some of the best fishing around. For the third class, Guy told us to bring our rod and reels and some pliers. 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We learned three knots: one to tie the hook to the leader, a second to secure the sinker, and finally, how to tie the leader to the main line. I practiced during class, got it for a short time, but am still struggling with the unmanageable fishing line. I seem to be all thumbs, while Guy (and many of my classmates) are able to reproduce the knots easily. I haven't yet told him about my experience as a Girl Scout. When Guy offered a second class on knot tying for those of us who needed more help, my husband, who had been out of town for the first one, grabbed the op- portunity. I took the cowardly way out and stayed home. But I felt much better when my husband returned home and spent the next hour trying to recreate the knots he had learned in class. Then he told me that Guy had invited us to come with him on a snook-fishing trip to one of his favorite locations. 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Bradenton in the Fairway Center THE ISLANDER 0 MARCH 13, 2002 0 PAGE 9A Players audition on Sunday Auditions for "Key for Two" will be at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at the Island Players Theatre, 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria, play director Geoffrey Todd has announced. This audition is a half hour later than originally sched- uled, he noted. He has parts for three men and four women ages 30 through 60. The play will open May 10, running through May 19. Details may be obtained at 778-5755. Democrats to hear McClash Manatee County Commissioner Joe McClash will delve into the "Accord" for the Anna Maria Island Democratic Club at its meeting Monday, March 18. The session will be a Dutch-treat lunch at the Beach House restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Reservations are not required, said the group's president, Dale De Haan. McClash is immediate past chairman of the county commission and an active participant in the spirited arguments regarding improving the county's form of government. The "Accord" is an outgrowth of that controversy. Subtitle of his discourse Monday is "And the People's Voice." Further information is available from De Haan at 778-9287. Street sale set Saturday at Pines Trailer Park A street sale is scheduled from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday, March 16, at Pines Trailer Park in Bradenton Beach. The park is on the bayfront just north of Bridge Street, with entrances there and at 103 Church St. Of- fered for sale will be arts and crafts, white elephant, homemade pies, sandwiches and hot dogs. Further information may be obtained by phoning 778-4651. 'California Suite' opens Friday at Island Players Four plays within the play written by Neil Simon feature a large cast for Island Players, and loads of fun onstage. "California Suite" runs March 15 to April 1. Tickets at $14 may be purchased 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the theater box office, at Gulf Drive and Pine Avenue in Anna Maria. 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The village's historical museum also is housed in the building, and will be open for public viewing. Capt. Kim Ibasfalen is to run boat tours of the Cortez waterfront and Sarasota Bay during the festivi- ties. "And it is hoped people will have 'lunch on your own,' at one of two Cortez-style waterfront restaurants, Star Fish Co. and Cortez Kitchen," said Mary Fulford Green, treasurer of the historical society. She noted that the next big public event there will be April 13, the annual Cortez Natives Picnic for Cortezians and friends from all over, at the old Fulford Fish House. $5,000 Giveaway added to Affaire 2002 Tickets have gone on sale for the $5,000 Giveaway at this year's Affaire to Remember fundraiser for the Anna Maria Island Community Center. The tickets are $50 each, with a limited number of 300 to be sold. They may be obtained at the Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria, or arranged by calling 778-1908. The winning entrant will be drawn at the May 4 Affaire. The major fundraiser for the Center, the dinner/ auction will be at the "ballroom" of St. Bernard Catho- lic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Res- ervations at $95 per person or $750 for a table of eight may be made at the Center now. That will include a champagne reception, dinner, dessert, wine, open bar and chance to bid in the live and silent auctions. Prizes in the auctions range from vaca- tion packages, sports events, children's summer pro- grams, diamond tennis bracelet, a 36-inch Sony televi- sion, and many others. Last year's Affaire raised more than $200,000 for the Center and its programs for children and adults. Spring fashion show set by St. Bernard Guild The Ladies Guild of St. Bernard Catholic Church will stage its annual fashion show and luncheon at noon Wednesday, March 20, at the church's activity center, 248 Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Reservations are required and the deadline is Sun- day, March 17. Reservations at $10 may be made with Nina Compton at 778-3397. St. Pat's admirers celebrate Sunday The Island will be aswarm with Irish and friends as they celebrate St. Patrick's Day Sunday, March 17, with a big brunch, the announcement of Irishman of the Year and a parade. The brunch will substitute for the annual St. Paddy's breakfast, organized by the Island's An- cient Order of Hibernians, the sons of Erin opting for midday instead of morning with the big day falling on Sunday. Next year, back to breakfast. The Irishman of the Year will be named at the brunch, which starts at 11:45 a.m. at the Moose Lodge hall, 110 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. In charge again this year is an Irish Islander of the greatest or- der, Don Maloney, and he'll have a lot of Irish to spread around in song and dance and muses. The parade is sponsored by the Beach Bistro and Island's End restaurants and organized by owner Sean Murphy, a fine Irish lad. Paraders will assemble at 2 p.m. at the Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive, and start parad- ing an hour later. Everyone is invited, as participant or spectator or sponsor, said this event's organizer. They will head west on 59th Street, north on Gulf Drive, ending up at Pine Avenue where a re- freshment tent will be set up in the Island's End parking lot. Beverage proceeds will go to the Anna Maria Island Community Center. Highlights of the parade will include the South- east High School marching band, Manatee High string section, Privateers, cars from Tiffany condo- miniums, Parade Queen Pat Geyer, Joey and Chuck Lester in their Rolls Royce, Bob Spencer and his cigarette boat, local dignitaries and members of Island rescue teams and a Manatee Trolley. At the Pine Avenue climax of the event, enter- tainment in addition to the bands will include vo- calist Howie Banfield and Katie Powers and her Irish Dancers. Tickets are required for the brunch, and may be ordered from Sara Maloney, 778-4865. Trolley planned for St. Patrick's parade Islanders should get their first look at the long- awaited Manatee Trolley Sunday, March 17, at the annual St. Patrick's Day parade. Manatee County Area Transportation spokesper- son Susan Hancock said the trolley will make its ini- tial appearance in the parade and a a ribbon-cutting ceremony with local dignitaries will launch the trolley. Now that titles to all five trolleys have been ob- tained from the manufacturer, Hancock said she ex- pects to start the initial trolley service on the Island on Saturday, March 23. Hot couch West Manatee Fire & Rescue firefighters were considerate enough to drag this burning couch outside before dowsing it with water March 6. No one was injured in the blaze, which took place at 3217 Gulf Drive in Holmes Beach. Islander Photo: Bonner Joy FREE IN-HOME DESIGN SERVICE (941)778-3526 Mobile 730-0516 Hairs to ... Kay and Sue! 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Born in Canada, Mrs. Ames came to Manatee County in 1965. She was owner and manager of rental properties in Canada and Holmes Beach. She was Prot- estant. Visitation and services were March 9. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart As- sociation, P.O. Box 21475, St. Petersburg FL 33742. Griffith-Cline Funeral Home, Island Chapel, was in charge of arrangements. She is survived by daughter Shirley M. Poirier of Ontario; sons Ronald C. of Bradenton and Garry J. of Ontario; brothers Claire Pacey and Tom Pacey, both of Canada; six grandchildren; and four great-grandchil- dren. Bernard F. Burke Bernard F. Burke, 86, of Sarasota and formerly Anna Maria Island, died March 8. Born in Cleveland, Mr. Burke came to Manatee County from Berea, Ohio, 34 years ago. He owned Burke's Tackle. He served in the U.S. Marines during World War II. He was a member of Disabled Ameri- can Veterans, American Legion, and commander, trea- surer and life member of Veterans of Foreign Wars. He attended Whitfield Presbyterian Church. Visitation was March 12 and services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 13, at Toale Brothers Bradenton Chapel, 912 53rd Ave. W., Bradenton. Memorial contributions may be made to Multiple Scle- rosis Society, 550 N. Reo St., Tampa FL 33609, or to Alzheimers Association, 1230 Tuttle Ave. S., Sarasota FL 34239. He is survived by daughter Eileen Gragg of Okeechobee; sons Larry A. and Timothy 0., both of Sarasota; and three grandchildren. Gloria G. Hill Gloria G. Hill, 76, of Bradenton, died March 8. Born in Utica, N.Y., Mrs. Hill came to Manatee County from San Antonio 25 years ago. She was a computer programmer consultant for 20 years. She was a 1964 graduate of Manatee Community College. She was a member of St. Bernard Catholic Church, Holmes Beach, and a member of the Women's Guild of the church. Private services are planned at a later date. Memo- rial contributions may be made to Hospice of South- west Florida, 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota FL 34238. She is survived by daughter Andrea P. Bartlum of Palm Harbor; son James P. Pedigo of Longwood; sis- ters Theresa Tomel of Bradenton and Carmelita M. Oswald of Tucson; and six grandchildren. Thomas G. Ireson Thomas G. Ireson, 81, of Bradenton Beach and Lockport, Ill., died Feb. 26. Born in Joliet, Ill., Mr. Ireson served in the U.S. Navy in World War II. He was a member of the Rotary Club of Lockport, the Moose Lodge in Bradenton Beach, past commander of Lockport American Legion, a volunteer firefighter in Lockport, member of Lockport Masonic Lodge and member of First Congre- gational Church of Lockport for more than 70 years. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Goodale Memorial Chapel, Lockport, is in charge of arrangements. He is survived by sister Shirley Milne and two nieces. Alan E. James Alan E. James, 89, of Holmes Beach and Perth, Ontario, died April 20, 2001. Mr. James was the organizer of the Island seniors tennis group and was a Seniors Tennis Champion in Florida. He was much admired on Anna Maria Island and friends will remember him at a sunset service on the beach at 6 p.m. March 21. The gathering will take place at the beach end of 77th Street in Holmes Beach, and in the event of rain, the memorial service will be moved to the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Close friends of Mr. James, the Rev. Bob Roberts and his wife Debbie, will lead the service. Fred Meyer, Mel Yudofsky and Bill Poole will accept memorial donations at the event for the Roberts' ministry. Mr. James was the retired owner of James Bros. Hardware and James Wholesale Tackle Ltd. in Perth. He was an active member of the Perth Tay Tennis Club, and was instrumental in establishing the Christie Lake Softball Club. He is survived by son George S. of Perth. Helen Kendrick Richer Helen Kendrick Richer, 86, of Bradenton, died March 5. Born in Amsterdam, N.Y., Mrs. Richer came to Manatee County from Schenectady, N.Y., in 1976. She co-owned a family restaurant and was a member of the Key Royale Golf Club. She was secretary of American Locomotive. Memorial services were March 9. Griffith-Cline Funeral Home, Island Chapel, was in charge of ar- rangements. She is survived by son Cort C. of Dexter, Ore., and one grandchild. ISLAND GALLERY WEST ' An artists' cooperative ORIGINAL ART WORKS AT AFFORDABLE PRICES OPEN 10-5 HONDAYTHRLU ATURDAY- CREDIT WARDSACCEPTED FREE ART DEONSTATOiNS ON FIT 0 3 URDAYS- EVERYONE WELCOME 5368 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach 778-6648 Directly across from The Sterling Anvil Visit our Web site at www.amisland.com/gallery PAMRRO SHORT. F U R N I T U R Fr tt" F4ia Lo An eclectic collection of distinctive furniture so you can create a beachy island cottage look. North Store 7782 N. Tamiami Trail (2 miles north of airport) 941 355-5619 South Store 4586 S. 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A wine -. tasting at the Island's End restaurant also added to the proceeds. The event is an annual fundraiser for the Anna Maria Island Community Center. Hundreds of people crowded through the five homes which comprised the 2002 Tour of Homes. The Anna Maria Island Community Center received $38,000 from the event. Isander Photo: J.L. Robertson Keeping it tidy Guests donned booties over their shoes to protect flooring before entering each of the tour's five homes. Beachfront dining Many home tour guests took time out for the leisurely luncheon, an added fundraising feature of the event, which was offered beachfront under a tent at the Hagen home on Oak Street overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Art show opening "-. The art awaits its audience and the artists, sculptor Woody Candish and painter Richard Thomas at the opening reception Saturday for their art show at the historic Times Building on First Street in Guests take some time to look at Thomas' paintings, while a Sarasota. The shown continues 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Friday. For information or an appointment, few of Candish's creations "pose".forc he camera. -.-----.. a Lcl Candish at 778-9230 Islander Photos: Andrea Dennis and Bonner Joy. ;. .. THE ISLANDER 0 MARCH 13, 2002 N PAGE 13A Anna Maria dog not dangerous says county By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter That red-nosed pitbull that attacked former Anna Maria City Commissioner Jay Hill's bloodhound on Palm Avenue in late January won't be declared danger- ous, according to the Manatee County Animal Ser- vices. That's the word from division supervisor Lawrence Adams, who told owner Rafe and Cheri Sackett that there were "insufficient findings during this investigation" for the female pitbull to be "declared dangerous" under state law. Adams made his decision despite noting two pre- vious incidents where the pitbull had attacked other dogs: one in October 1999 and the other in early Janu- ary 2002, just a few weeks before the Hill incident. In the early January attack, Adams said his inves- tigation determined that the injuries to both the dog and his owner were "not serious" and the Sacketts paid for medical treatment. The owner of the dog attacked by the Sackett pitbull "did not wish to fill out an affidavit regarding the incident," said Adams. In the Hill incident, Adams backed up his findings with a statement from the veterinary technician who had treated Hill's dog. It states that the injury was "not severe and consisted of a single bite, not multiple bites." Hill had claimed his dog suffered "a deep puncture wound and tear to his chest from this attack," said Adams. Despite finding the pitbull not dangerous, Adams said Sackett is not off the hook. A citation has been issued demanding a mandatory court appearance "for your dog causing injury to Mr. Hill's dog." Cheri Sackett said she did not yet have a date for the court appearance. - And Hill, himself, is not yet in the clear. The Sacketts filed a report with the Manatee County Sheriff's Office claiming Hill threatened to kill the dog and her husband if another attack took place while he was walking his dog. Cherie Sackett also claimed Hill was on their prop- erty when the incident took place and had kicked the pitbull. She said the pitbull had never deliberately attacked any human, and she was surprised when the dog was able to jump the fence, which had been built specifi- cally to contain the dog, she said. The state attorneys office in Bradenton had not yet made a decision on whether or not to file charges against Hill by press time. Phone messages left for Hill inviting comment on the dog attack and sheriff's report were not returned. Review commission prepares for city manager discussion By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter The Holmes Beach Charter Review Commission submitted its second report to the city commission on March 12, but did not address the issue of a city man- ager or a change in the form of municipal government for the city. Those two issues, however, will likely be on an agenda within the next few weeks, said review com- mission chairman Don Schroder. In its second report, the review commission recom- mended that an ethics section taken from the Florida. statute on ethics be included in the charter. It also made several "general housekeeping" rec- Open 6am Midnight Fri. & Sat. 6am lam // For all your shopping needs! Beer Wine Soda Bread Groceries Ice Cream Lowest Prices on Cigarettes 5353 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach 778-1524 commendations, including making the charter "gender neutral." A motion to have terms for city commissioners increased from two to three years was defeated, but the commission recommended that there be no limits on the number of consecutive terms a commissioner can -serve. Commission members also recommended that the city clerk be designated to preside at the first meeting of a newly elected commission in the absence of the mayor, but only until such time as the new commission can elect a chairperson. There were also several other minor changes ap- proved on section titles. The commission did recommend Make youth friends OR[EEIl --- with envy! -ave your B .... hair done at... at 0ob's aflir & Co. 778-3724 9701 Gulf Drive Anna Maria that the language in the section on charter amendments be changed to "any amendment to this charter shall take ef- fect upon ratification by a majority vote of the electors of the city when filed with the proper authorities." 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Each copy is printed on demand and by e-mail: I rplivered tn vyou hv mil GCilib@Juno.com I L ---------------- eeo I 11 S0 U--ag[isAI a malt" a-112111111ah- PAGE 14A AIMARCH 13, 2b02 'THE'ISLANDiER Highway entity seeks grant money By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter There's a lot of grant money available to small cities and counties in Florida, and the Bradenton Beach Scenic Highway Corridor Management Entity wants to get its share for a variety of projects, including acquisition of beachfront properties for preservation and public use. The CME at its March 5 meeting heard from Ryan Ruskay of the Palm Beach Gardens-based Gehring Group on a variety of grants available to the city for land acquisition and other projects. "One program of up to $400,000 [in funding] is available," said Ruskay, while in another "you are eli- gible for up to $6.6 million." Another grant for coastal projects with up to $50,000 available is coming up in October. The CME got an earful from Ruskay that he can be the writer for a number of grant applications some matching funds but all with his fee of between $4,000-5,000 for each application. And it's not a con- tingency fee. He gets paid whether the city gets the grant or not. Sorry, "that's state law," said Ruskay. Unfortunately for the city, time is of the essence to get one particular grant that will aid the city in paying for construction of bike paths. CME chairman Harry Brown said the city might be about $80,000 short to build the paths. Ruskay said he could help, but the deadline for a $200,000 Lands and Water Conservation grant funded by the federal gov- ernment through the State of Florida was March 12. He said he could get the basic application in on time with just a signed letter from the mayor, then get an extension of the deadline to April 1. "Basically, I just need a commitment. Then we'll have some time," Ruskay said. Bradenton Beach Mayor John Chappie agreed to bring the issue up at his city's March 7 commission meeting. The commission agreed at that meeting to al- low Chappie to sign the agreement. Pawsitively Pets & Property Services Inc. Quality Pet Sitting Services in Your Home Property Services During Your Absence Bonded & Insured b Jane & Steve Futch 761-7511 YOU WANT IT! WE'VE GOT IT! 10-Year All Parts and Labor Warranty. Because Amana gives you quality at a price you can afford. Heating Air Conditioning BUILT BETTER THAN IT HAS TO BE " WEST COAST REFRIGERATION AIR CONDITION & HEATING ( WE SERVICE ALL MAKES & MODELS 778-9622 Holmes Beach M = FPL PARTICIPATING CONTRACTOR CACO44365 i. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Land acquisition Chappie said he would prepare a list of possible properties that might fit into the land acquisition pro- gram and have initial discussions with the owners. Ruskay said there are a number of grants available for such acquisitions and cited the purchase of a beachfront restaurant in Deerfield Beach for $2 million in grant money and matching funds as an example. One of the problems for Bradenton Beach, how- ever, is that the city is a small municipality faced with very high real estate costs, said Brown. "Where are we going to come up with the [matching] money?" he asked. Ruskay said he could help. Beach renourishment The CME was shot down by Manatee County in its efforts to have sand stockpiled on the beach to replen- ish the sand dunes. County ecosystems manager Charlie Hunsicker had told the CME that the stockpiles would not work because they could not be stabilized, and were outside the scope of the contract. 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Hunsicker said the county has some project funds for revegetation of the coast line that would serve as "the basis for gradual and more permanent dune building." Accordingly, the CME drafted a letter to Hunsicker from Chappie requesting that the "S-curve" area on Gulf Drive "be afforded a dense planting in the inter- est of public safety and for the turtle program." Traffic flow and parking The CME formed a volunteer committee to study the parking and traffic flow problems in the city. Brown said the committee "might even have to look at paid parking" for Coquina Beach and Cortez. No one is advocating anything, chimed in Chappie, but the committee should take a look at the issue. The CME will also send a letter to hotels, motels and apartment owners advising them to encourage guests to use the Manatee County Area Transit trolleys when they begin service within the next few weeks:. Remember, said Brown, "we're getting a free trolley" service. This might cut down on traffic. 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Noon to 3 p.m. Woman's Club of Anna Maria Island dessert card party at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-4426. Fee applies. 5:30 p.m. Holy Eucharist and "Souper Supper" at the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-1638. 6:30 p.m. -Dinner and "Service of the Word" at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-1813. 7 to 8:30p.m. Adult volleyball at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-1908. Thursday, March 14 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free tax help from AARP at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 758-9271. 11:30 a.m. -Off Stage Ladies Auxiliary of the Is- land Players luncheon at the Bradenton Yacht Club, 4307 Snead Island Road, Palmetto. Reservations: 761-1599 or 795-8753. 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PAGE 16A E MARCH 13, 2002 0 THE ISLANDER Hill questions charter review process By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter Anna Maria's charter review commission at its March 5 meeting began the slow but steady process of slogging its way line by line through the somewhat cumbersome language and occasionally confusing city charter in hopes of clarifying problems associated with the document. But the slogging process was challenged by former City Commissioner Jay Hill. "Clarity" does not solve the problem, said Hill. "What you have is a structural problem. You need to start all over and [first] consider what form of government will work Sphere, then go from there." Charter review commission chairman Tom Aposporos said that in "defense of the process, we need to understand this document clearly," before addressing the issue of the city's form of government. He had said previously he was reserving judgment on whether or not the current form of city government worked for Anna Maria until the initial review of the char- ter is completed and an analysis of all four forms of city government is presented and discussed. Hill again disagreed and said the commission should "get examples of other charters." He said these cities "gen- erally don't have the problems this city has." The commission agreed to continue with its process of a line-by-line review, and Aposporos noted that as stated at an earlier charter review meeting, each member is studying the various forms of government. There will be an examination of these forms at a fu- ture meeting, and a comparison made of those forms with the current Anna Maria system. At that time, Aposporos expects a decision to be reached by commission members on any changes to the present form of government. While nearly all of the initial sections reviewed will receive a detailed revisit by the commission at a later date, members agreed unanimously on sweeping changes to the section regarding the vice mayor. It was the language in this charter article that confused many members of the previous commission early last PLEASE SEE CHARTER, NEXT PAGE 17th Street drainage, paving tentatively OK'd By Paul Roat In a rare public-private partnership, Bradenton Beach and Bradenton Beach Club developers have pro- posed entering into a joint paving-drainage plan for 17th Street North. The agreement would have the developers fund the engineering drawings for creation of a drainage plan for the street. The city would pay for drainage improve- ments from Gulf Drive to about the two-thirds mark on the long street, where the developer would take over construction of drainage improvements to transport water to Sarasota Bay. The city would also pay for 50 percent of the cost of paving the street, with the developer footing the rest of the bill. However, as Bradenton Beach Club developer Lynn Hazlett stressed the need for drainage and road improvements be completed quickly within the next four months, before the first phase of the condominium project receives its certificate of occupancy and resi- dents begin to move in he will pay for the work to expedite the process. The city will reimburse Bradenton Beach Club the Don't Let Carpenter Ants estimated total drainage-paving cost, not to exceed $75,000, spread out over three years under terms of the preliminary agreement. The city will be responsible for drainage and road maintenance in the future. The final approval of the agreement by the city is expected March 21. The apparent, pending agreement caps a more than 18-month-long process for the project. Hazlett and partner Harry Nikias first appeared before the city's planning and zoning board in November 2000 with plans for a 44-unit development. For that proposal to fly, though, the developers requested vacation of most of the street. The developers had acquired most of the property on both sides of the 20-foot-wide platted road. Commissioners rejected the street vacation pro- posal. Bradenton Beach Club developers returned to the city in March 2001 with a revised plan of 36 units and no street vacation. That plan was eventually approved, although at the time commissioners knew the road was in disrepair and would be in need of work. As Gulf Drive adjacent to 17th Street is also flood prone, drainage improvements would also be needed in the area, commissioners were advised at the time. The project broke ground, and work has continued to present. Last week, developers met with commis- sioners to discuss the matter. "It has been a very stressful economy," Hazlett said, "and because it's very critical to preserve the sales of the project, there is a need to surface the street for the residents, and we would like it done in time for the certificate of occupancy." However, the resurfacing of the road and drainage improvements would effectively wipe out the city's annual appropriation for street paving. Commissioners floated the idea of vacating the street again, and it appeared that a majority favored vacating the street to the developers. "It's a road to nowhere," Commissioner Ross Benjamin said. "It's not a through street." However, the process of vacating the street would take longer than the developers' timetable allowed. The proposed compromise between the city and the developer leaves open the possibility of the city-vacat- ing the street and waiving payments for the roadway improvements at a future time. 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The complainant left her home to have lunch with friends and, when she returned home, dis- covered $260 missing from her home. There were no signs of forced entry, according to deputies. Bradenton Beach March 2, criminal mischief, Coquina Beach. Lifeguards called police to report someone had shot out four windows in one of the new lifeguard stands with a BB gun overnight. Damage was approxi- mately $500. March 5, criminal mischief, Coquina Beach. The manager of the concession stand at the beach called police to report someone had vandalized a vending machine. Damage was estimated at approximately $300. Holmes Beach March 1, trespass warning, Anna Maria Elemen- tary School. The officer was notified that the mother of a student, who had been issued a court order to not have contact with her son, was at the school. The officer contacted the mother, explained the court order, and issued a trespass warning. March 1, information, 3000 block Gulf Drive. The complainant reported to officers that she was threatened by an unknown man after she would not return money she found in a phone booth. The man had fled the scene before officers arrived. March 1, theft, 3246 E. Bay Drive, Old Hamburg restaurant. The complainant said that the day after dining at the restaurant she discovered her license tag had been removed from her car. March 4, Marchman Act, 3600 block East Bay Drive. A man was discovered in a parking lot. Police determined he was intoxicated and could not care for himself, and was placed under the Marchman Act and taken to jail. March 4, burglary, 600 block Key Royale Drive. The complainant returned to her home to discover numerous items missing. A neighbor said he saw someone around the house, but was not able to identify the suspects. Among the missing items, with a total value of $7,741, were tools, a cell phone, a laptop computer and a clock radio. March 4, burglary, 5300 block Gulf Drive. The complainant reported numerous items missing from a building site. Missing was an air compressor and hoses, with a total value of $600. March 5, illegal dumping, 3000 block Avenue F. The complainant called police after observing a man dump a container of used motor oil onto a vacant lot. Police received a description of the suspect, located him and questioned him. He denied dumping oii. The caller filed a complaint for illegal dumping. March 5, obstruction and battery, 200 block 82nd Street. Police responded to a call of a domestic dispute. The officers heard loud arguments. Both man and woman were arrested, but not until attempting to strike officers. Pepper spray had to be used to quiet the man. The woman ran from the house and was stopped by officers as she climbed over a fence in an attempt to flee. Charter discussion starts CONTINUED FROM PAGE 16 year, leading to a number of heated arguments, both in and out of commission chambers. Eventually, Tom Skoloda was elected vice mayor and a majority of commissioners then voted for the vice mayor to be chairperson of com- mission meetings, not then Mayor Gary Deffenbaugh. Gone is the offending paragraph that states: "The vice mayor shall preside at meetings of the com- mission and have such administrative duties as required to carry out the responsibilities of and act as mayor dur- _.ig-nhe absence or disability of the mayor." That's been replaced with: "The vice mayor shall perform the duties of the mayor when the mayor is unavailable to perform said duties, due DR. DIANE L. 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Commission member Chris Collins agreed to present a definitions page at the next meeting. The commission agreed that the six-month residency requirement was too short, but could not form a consen- sus for a longer period. One year, 18 months and two years were considered. This section will be reviewed further at a later meeting. The Island's own ACUTE CARE TEAM HEALTH FAIR Friday March 22 1-4 PM in our Courtyard Nebulizer Oxygen Respiratory Evaluation SFree Blood Pressure Checks )/_S C Sleep Apnea Study and Information Test Lift Chairs & Scooters CPR Instructor Refreshments Service 24 hours a day 7 days a week Medicare, Medicaid & Third Party 9908 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria .941-778-2641 There was also discussion on whether a commissioner could hold any other municipal office or employment with the City of Anna Maria during his or her term of office. 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We serve all families regardless of their financial circumstance. FUNERAL HOMES AND CREMATION SERVICE When caring more counts the most. - -- S -- S S - Name Phone_ Address City State__ Zip Mail to: Griffith-Cline Pre-Arrangement Center 6000 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, FL 34217 FREE WORKSHOP ON ISLAND Dr. Kathleen Schubel of te Island Chiropractic will host an informative talk covering a .such topics as: Exercises and lifestyle. Chronic pain and alternatives for relief. Nutrition and health. An alternative for some common childhood conditions. Back pain and pregnancy. The talk will be held at 11 am March 28 at Island Chiropractic, 3612 East Bay Drive, between Publix and Crowder Bros. Refreshments will be served following the talk. Please RSVP by March 26 778-0722 GUARANTEED TO CHANGE YOUR LIFE! PAGE 18A 0 MARCH 13, 2002 0 THE ISLANDER ' South Bay group meets Monday The South Bay Association of Bradenton Beach will elect officers at a meeting beginning at 6:30 p.m. Monday, March 20, at the Bradenton Beach City Hall, 107 Gulf Drive N. Further information is available at 778 .3320 and 778-0300. Roser plans yard sale Saturday The Mission Committee of Roser Memorial Com- munity Church will have a yard sale from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. Saturday, March 16. It will be in the parkihg lot of the church, 511 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Proceeds will go to the Special Mission Fund to help victims of disasters. Details may be obtained at 778-0414. * AME holds family concert Bring the kids, grandma and grandpa. Bring the whole family to Anna Maria Elementary School. Timmy Abell is one of the Southeast's top contem- porary songwriters for children. His performances, a combination of music and storytelling, have been de- scribed as "spellbinding." He has received the highest national awards from the American Library Associa- tion and "Parent's Choice" magazine. Abell will perform at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 19, following AME's monthly Parent-Teach Organization dinner, which is hosted this month by Shells restaurant beginning at 5 p.m. in the school's cafeteria. The cost for the PTO dinner is $6 for adults and $4 for children. Advance purchase for Shells dinner is rec- ommended. Tickets for Abell's performance are $3 per person in advance or $3.50 at the door. To arrange tickets, or for more information, call the "AME office, 708-5525. McChesney stars Former Anna Maria Mayor Dottie McChesney stars in the Manatee Players' "Arsenic and Old Lace," opening Thursday, March 14, at the Riverfront Theatre, 102 Old Main St., Bradenton. It will be at 8 p.m. daily except for the Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. and Mondays, when the theater is closed. Tickets at $14 adults, $7 students, are available at the box office or by calling 748-5875. LONGBOAT CARDIOLOGY COLLEEN M. HEALY, M.D. BOARD CERTIFIED CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES Colleen M. Healy, MD New Patients Welcome Caring staff in an inviting atmosphere. k Just a short drive onto the Key. Loangboa (941) 383-7300* 5650 Gulf of Mexico Dr. ,ard4lOgy Longboat Key Monday-Friday *.8-5 Almost report card time at IMS Friday, March 15, marks the end of Island Middle School's inaugural school year's third quarter. Required report card conferences will take place on that day from 8:30 a.m. to approximately 8 p.m. The school has sent announcements home to parents notifying them of their scheduled conference times. If parents have not received these, or if they are unable to attend at the assigned time, they should contact the school office at 778-5200. 'Interiors' at Artists Guild The works of watercolorist Jacqueline Clark will be featured in an exhibit through March at the gallery of the Artists Guild of Anna Maria Island, 5414 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Title of the show is "Interiors." Clark is a graduate of the Dayton (Ohio) Institute of Fine Art and teaches art locally. Details are available at 778-6694. Demonstrator Lee Mears will demonstrate watercolor painting from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 16, at the artists' coop- erative Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Also offering a free demonstration will be CoAnne Johnson in clay hand-building. Gallery West is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Temps & Drops 0n. Date Low High Rainfall March 3 69 77 0 March 4 54 64 .20 March 5 46 60 0 March 6 56 69 0 March 7 56 70 0 March 8 62 78 0 March 9 66 78 0 Average Gulf water temperature 63 24 -hour accumulation with reading at approximately 5 p.m. daily. WEBB, WELLS & WILLIAMS, PA. COUNSELORS & ATTORNEYS AT LAW Charles H. "Chuck" Webb Commercial Litigation, Construction Litigation, Real Estate Litigation, Landlord/Tenant and Condemnation/Eminent Domain 501 Manatee Avenue Holmes Beach (941) 778-7054 Island Middle School menu Monday, March 18 Lunch: Two Egg Rolls with Sweet-and-Sour Sauce, or Nachos with Beef and Cheese, Chef Salad with Dressing, Sweet Corn, Fruit Tuesday, March 19 Lunch: Barbecue Rib Sandwich or Chicken Wings, Chef Salad with Dressing, Steamed Rice, Fresh Baby Carrots with Ranch Dip, Fruit Wednesday, March 20 Lunch: Pepperoni Pizza or Corndog, Chef Salad with Dressing, Fresh Broccoli and Cauliflower, Fruit Thursday, March 21 Lunch: Spaghetti with Meat Sauce and Roll, or Cheeseburger with Tater Tots, Chef Salad with Dressing, Green Beans, Fruit Friday, March 22 Lunch: Macaroni and Cheese with Ham and a Roll, or Chicken Patty on Bun, Chef Salad with Dressing, Mixed Vegetables, Fruit Juice and milk are served with every meal. Anna Maria Elementary menu Monday, March 18 Breakfast: Breakfast Pockets, Yogurt, Cereal Lunch: Chicken Wings with Roll, or Tacos, Sweet Corn, Fresh Fruit Tuesday, March 19. Breakfast: French Toast Sticks with Syrup, Yogurt, Cereal Lunch: Barbecue Sandwich or Corndog, Oven Fries, Baked Beans, Fresh Fruit Wednesday, March 20 Breakfast: Sausage with Toast, Yogurt, Cereal Lunch: Breaded Beef Patty with Roll or Bean and Cheese Burrito, Winter Mix Vegetables, Cinnamon Applesauce Thursday, March 21 Breakfast: Pancake with Syrup, Yogurt, Cereal Lunch: Chicken and Noodles with Roll, or Fish on Bun, Fresh Steamed Broccoli with Cheese Sauce, Applesauce Cake Friday, March 22 - Breakfast: Scrambled Eggs with Toast, Yogurt,-c eal Lunch: Pepperoni Pizza or Breaded Fish on Bun, Tossed Salad with Ranch Dressing, Mixed Fruit Juice and milk are served with every meal. I,~_ *-0, . Improve the' Q&(it of Your Life' CarolB ,reer Stem. a ko- I B.A. Ed., M.A. Psych. 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Before you decide, ask us to send you free written information about our qualifications and experience. THE ISLANDER 0 MARCH 13, 2002 0 PAGE 19A 2002 Springfest: Art at its best The Anna Maria Island Springfest truly - saw spring arrive last weekend with flawless .... - weather rolling onto the coastline just in time. . The Anna Maria Art League's annual -.: .. spring show attracted large crowds for arts - and crafts shopping, food and entertainment, and a chance to visit with friends and soak up the sun's rays while.doing all the above. Like the weather, the exhibits couldn't be beat. Hanna Price, Sun City, won best of show in the juried event for mixed media in f the two-dimensional category, while Betty . Grant, Anna Maria, and her daughter-part- ner Kandl Kerekes, of Clearwater, won the same for creative crafts in the three-dimen- sional category.. First place winners-were Linda Molto. < of Cortez for graphics in the two-dimen- a -,..^ sional category and L. Aubrey for pottery . in the three-dimensional category. In addition, merit awards went to: Terry Corcoran, oils/acrylics; Jim Wilshire, water- W $ color; Carol Swayze, graphics/pastels;"" Isadora Delavega, jewelry; J. Marsh, photog- raphy; Albert Jonas Ferrel, mixed media; . Judith Shepherd-Rains, glass; Denise Cham- - berlain, pottery; J. Harris, wood; Betty Johnson, fiber/paper;, David Scheimreif, sculpture; and Miranda Phaff, creative crafts. Judging was held Saturday, and the awards were presented the same.evening. Nancee Clark and Roxie Thomas, both working artists, educators and currently on the Ringling School of Art and Design - staff, served as judge:. Betty Grant and Kandl Kerekes, best of show three-dimensional works.Islander Photos: Bonner Joy Hannah Price, best of show two-dimensional works. Albert Jonas of Plantation, Fla., uses calabash gourds from trees grown in his native Jamaica's Blue Moun- tains to handcraft his unique handbags, spice and potpourri holders. h Q--w With help from The Islander and Jennifier's Cheese her ugcwvn, and you can be cur "Oscar Prize" winner! Anna MariL Island CIhamber of Covmmerce Executive DLrector MariJ Ann Brockman wLL attend the 2002 Academy Awards In Hollywood withI hter son, Kevin Brockman, Senior VLce PresLdent of Entertainment and Communications or ABC teLeviLson. We Invite a11 Islanders to partLcipate Ln. this exciting event lby decLiin whchk ofthese beattjful ownsfrom Jennfer's of Bradtenton Mary Ann shoultv wear or her "Night of 1000 Stars." You can be a wInner! Just tell as whiLch own Mvar Ann shouml wear antd our boallot -.. will automatlcally be entered Into The IsLander's "Oscar Prize" dtrawingvo!. Islander Photos: J.L. Robertson No. I Elegant black sweetheart bodice with a swirl of crystals and beads, and a shawl to match. By Cassandra Stone No. 2 The height of glamour in sky blue with all over crystal bead- ing, keyhole bodice with rhinestone neckpiece and cut-out back. By Jovani of New York. No. 3 Stunning red-on-red strap- less glitter gown with matching neck scarf. By Victor Costa. The Islander No. 4 Looking rich in midnight blue. A beautiful strapless gown encrusted at the bodice with all that glitters. By Cassandra Stone. - 2-'' 1st1 Prize * $100 AMI Chamber of Commerce Gift Certificate * $100 Gift Certificate to Jennifer's * Dinner for Two at Ooh La La! * $50 from The Islander 2nd irize * $75 AMI Cham- ber of Commerce Gift Certificate * Brunch for Two at Ooh La La! * $25 from The Islander * $25 AMI Chamber of Commerce Gift Certificate * Latte and Dessert for two at Ooh La La! * Two Islander "More-than-a- mulletwrapper" T-shirts Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce gift certificates are redeemable at participating chamber member businesses. F I A I I I Name Address Phone ________ I Vote for Gown No. I All ballots must be received/postmarked by March 15. I I Deliver or mail to: I I The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach FL 34217 I I E-mail news@islander.org Fax: 941 778-9392. I L..---- ------------------- PAGE 20A N MARCH 13, 2002 M THE ISLANDER k -.01 -7 a. Os a a -. e ..... ^ *3 'ss~ IlI . 1'j iWiether we get watgr4rom a ptiatlic utility, a-private Well, I i0r irrigate from anala, we are |||ealHy tapping tba gle ,'. 'a Than ever - before, that we work together. i t N ,, ,! -~ K H jhe CurrentiWater ' Situation'... Over the last three - ?years southwest Florida has experienced a record setting djoughtf-eflectpd-in below nor ial rainfall, below normal. ,ground water levels, and bLelow !jormajsurface water levels i~ our lakes, rivers, and streafns. During this drought,, some public utilities- the . ,regiort had to temporarily use iaterMative-water sources not.- nor ally ysed ir order to 'continuelo meet public deimaand. --' -Rainfall levels experienced last summer .helped to return rivers to above nojmal-urface water Slevls, butonly a rfinor - recovery of ground water levels occurred. -Due to high rainfall arniounts last summer, it is ,generally believed that more normal weather patterns are returning. Normal weather pattems in southwest Florida .include dry periods during the winter andspring seasons of the year. Floridians know that normal dry.seasons will occur and realize that water conservation is a year round commitment needed to protect Florida's water. The effectsof our three-year drought wilr be noticeable.for several years because our water resources, especially ground water sources, have not fully recovered. All water resources in the region, are connected and affect each other. If one source, such as ground water levels has not fully recovered from the drought, then that will also affect the other source, surface water. In addition, because seasonal droughts are a normal part of Florida weather and our regional water resources are connected, all of us are in this together. We need to work together to conserve our precious water resources. Your public water utility will not run out of water, but the effects of the drought will linger for some time. A prolonged dry period is certain to occur again. Southwest Florida Water Management District's Role ... The Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) is responsible for protecting the state's water resources in a 16- county region. One of its responsibilities is to manage the use of water supplies in accordance with state law. It does this through a Water Use Permitting program with regulations that cities, farms, mines and other permitted users must follow. State law also requires the District to promote water conservation year round, and to have a water shortage plan to protect water supplies and the environment during a drought. The District uses a combination of education efforts, cooperative funding programs, and water restrictions to meet these state requirements. Local governments are required by state law to help the District enforce these restrictions. In addition, due to unique local conditions, a local government may work with the District to develop different local restrictions. For example, if a local water supply is impacted by a drought sooner or longer than the rest of the region, the local government may want to carefully manage local water demand through the temporary use of additional restrictions. Recently SWFWMD completed a Regional Water Supply Plan. This plan estimates the amount of water needed by all users in our region through the year 2020. The plan found some current sources do not have enough water available to meet the expected needs of 2020. Finally, the plan evaluated alternative sources or options that local water providers could choose to develop into additional water supplies. These options include additional surface water from rivers and streams, use of reclaimed wastewater, use of stormwater, additional conservation measures, ground water desalination, and sea water desalination. Water managers throughout the region are working together to evaluate all options and select those that are most feasible for further investigation. ___________________________ I ___________________________------- ------------------------------------------------------ ^ The Future... Future water resource plans are connected. They need to have no damaging environmental impacts and still meet the region's need for water. From this water conservation newspaper insert, you can see that we are all in this together. The pieces needed to complete the region's water supply picture are coming into focus. With proper planning and water conservation, water supplies will be available when needed and there will be no harmful environmental impacts. March 2002 Page 2 WATR 20 WAm- 2 What is Being Done in Our Region? The Region is exploring alternative sources, new technologies, and using the "right water for the right use." Water managers are evaluating alternative sources such as expanding the use of reclaimed water and aquifer storage and recovery (ASR) and evaluating the use of desalination. Every feasible option is being reviewed. Many people see water as one singular commodity and, yes it is all water, but we need to consider the fact that water can be treated to different standards for different uses. As a community we need to change our idea that "one- water fits all uses" to the right water for the right use. Some water is treated to potable, or drinking water, standards and then is used to wash cars or water lawns. In fact, very little of the water we use is actually used for drinking. This is not the right water for the right use. Agriculture water may not be treated at all, but pumped out of the ground or reclaimed for use. This is another example of a "right water for the right use." As a region, during certain times of the year we should maximize the use of surface water, meet our daily demands, and store any excess for the dry times. During the dry times we then use the water stored to supplement our water supplies. Meeting demands locally by managing the resource regionally is needed now when we are still feeling the effects of the drought. It is also necessary to help temper the peaks and valleys we experience at all times during normal conditions. New Water Planning Alliance Forms A water planning alliance comprised of member governments recently came together to work collectively on water issues facing the region. Members include Charlotte, DeSoto, Manatee and Sarasota counties, the Englewood Water District, the cities of Arcadia, Bradenton, North Port, Palmetto, Punta Gorda, Sarasota and Venice, as well as the Town of Longboat Key. At its first meeting, the Alliance voted to invite Polk, Hardee and Highlands counties to participate. The Alliance is a voluntary body governed by one elected official from each participating local entity, all with an equal vote. The mission established by the Alliance is to plan for resource allocation, new alternative water supplies, to facilitate collaboration and resolve conflicts among its members and other stakeholders. The Peace River/Manasota Regional Water Supply Authority is providing basic administrative support. Using Reclaimed Water An Tht alternative Thisarea conserves water source reith is reclaim reclaimed Swaret water. You _ may have seen signs posted with the words "Reclaimed Water" at places such as community parks or golf courses where attractively landscaped areas need water for irrigation and other purposes. Reclaimed water is the result of a process where wastewater is highly treated with filters and chemicals. It is important to remember that reclaimed water should not be used for drinking. Aquifer Storage and Recovery-ASR Can you imagine being able to pump water into an aquifer and months later pump it out of the same place? Through Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) that is exactly what happens. During Florida's rainy season, excess surface water can be captured, treated and injected into an underground aquifer for storage. The aquifer is an effective place to store the water since it has a seemingly infinite storage capacity. In the dry season, when there is little rain and less water in the rivers and streams, the water can be recovered, disinfected and pumped into public water systems. Although there is some mixing between existing ground water and the injected water, more than three- fourths of the water injected can be recovered. In this way, ASR helps humans balance our demand for water, which is highest during dry winter months, with our water supply, which is replenished during our summer rainy months. Currently, 17 ASR sites are in operation, under construction or being considered for construction within the water management district. Stormwater During a rainfall, we are often surrounded by sheets of water flowing across roads, parking lots and land surfaces. This is stormwater. As stormwater flows over different surfaces, it picks up pesticides, fertilizers, and other pollutants that it carries to its final destination. Stormwater is one of the biggest sources of water pollution, but it also can be considered an alternative water supply. Stormwater can be collected and stored in retention ponds. After treatment, this water can be used for irrigation or rehydration. Rehydration is the process of applying stormwater or reclaimed water to wetlands. This increases the amount of water going into the aquifer. Page 3 March 2002 Page 3 March 2002 Where Does Our Water Come From? A map of current: .: - water sources. 0 20 scale in miles Conserving our water supply and re.d.ic.i ali .oi i;- have i, mr- fr ..i:.,ri issues in our j:,A :ii j community. D-spit. F;: '.:. hut id c:i i t. and b-n,.d., stf -f,, m.: water bodies, water -r..:,, q..+: do occur here. Dem..: can overtake supply and e K.io a droughts force Fl ',.....,., to pr,>..l;ce water conservation as a way of life. Ninety percent of all public water supply in Florida comes f, com unJt.trg uind ::-'un.tus, primarily the Floridan aquifer. The aquifer's resoui.'s are nit...i Each day billions of gallons ,e pinim ed from the Floridan ,..iiifer, but the rate at which the groundwater s-,.-M, "m refills, or recharges, from rain is far less. On average, Florida reci.s?. e. 54 ,-,:h:,s of rainfall yearly. Taking too much water out of the aquifers, known as ov erpu pingy, threatens potable water supplies by saltwater intrusion. Sa;lvw.atr intrusion occurs when too much freshwater is pumped from an .--qifiir. This allows salt water to move into voids in the aquifer from the ocean or the Gulf of te .i c..? Ancient brackish seawater below the freshwater level of the aquifer can also flow into these voids. Because the aquifer system is connected to surface water .-. tie. in some areas, overpumping the aquifers causes lowered water levels-or drawdowns-of our vital vw ,t: inds and lakes. Such drawdowns can also create ...hl.ies in some areas of the state. Fr t*...h F i Will our drinking water supply run out' No. Your water supi.,l utility is c-ommilt;d to identifying and securing ade'quke supplies by ti.-.n'g a rte .3[io :p.-,,o,:T:.h to ,.. ,, supply .lannir ] Aternativ.e surces, ie\. techn.3olcgie .. and sharing resources vi'thiln the region when needeJ are all part of ensuring -dequ.ate addition, if you :-et your water from a utility it a'. es , you money by r.duL"ling water demand and was,.atr flr :..'. But if you have a well it will also save the i esurce. Water conservation is cn...sidered a sc,.o,:e of water that xi,,n ds supplies without any ?nv,,iio'on ,'ntl impact. supplies. Is the public system water safe to drink? Why should I B Yes. Your water from conserve? Pfr.i...g a utjlty is routinely monitored good 'vas a for con tajrinani s .ac.-.riir..gi conservation habits is the to trit federal and slat-- right thing to do. Our Ceioln laws. You can request a has a strorn. water ,c."y of the current Water conserv',aion he.r taye. In Quality Report by canl;ng your water proAittbr,. I don't like the taste of my water. What can I do?: Your water utility is required by law to meet critrin to ensure Jelivery of safe drinking water to its consumers. Above and h',cp.:- nd that, a consumer has the option of installing equipment to n pvel .erscrn- l aesthetic si n-ia:ds or add'tion.-: ..' s of protection to meet if~,i'-d.Ca! needs. Someone approached me saying they were from my "w-ater company" and offered to test my water for free. How do I know it is legitimate? Many utility customers report that water conditioner sales people - often claiming to represent their '.lit have told them that the public system's water is unsafe, This is not true. Although it is always an individual's decision whether to add conditioning equipment to their household system, some companies use deceptive tactics to obtain sales. Before you make a purchase decision, call your local utility. PageI 4-March-2002 i March 2002 Page 4 WATER What Can I Do to Conserve? Save It Indoors... Everyone can conserve water indoors. Some of the following suggestions may require a change in daily habits. Decide now to do at least one new thing to conserve indoors. Enlist other family members to do the same. It's easy. Start today! * Verify that your home is leak- free. * Check for toilet tank leaks by adding food coloring to the tank. If you see color in the bowl 30 minutes later, your toilet is leaking. Replace the flapper. * Don't use your toilet as an ashtray or a wastebasket. * Take shorter showers. Use a minimum amount of water needed for a bath. * Don't let the water run while shaving or washing your face. * Retrofit all household faucets by installing aerators. * Operate automatic dishwashers and clothes washers only when they are fully loaded. * Store drinking water in the refrigerator. Don't let tap water run while you are waiting for cold water to flow. * Don't use running water to thaw meat or other frozen foods. Defrost food overnight in the refrigerator or use the defrost setting on your microwave. Kitchen sink disposals require lots of water to operate properly. Start a compost pile as an altemate method of disposing of food waste. Save It Outdoors... Whether using potable water, wells or ponds, more than 50 percent of residential water is used for irrigation. Because of this, there is great potential to reduce the amount of water used on landscapes. Clip and save the Water Conservation Calendar on the back page of this tabloid. * Water lawns during the early morning hours when temperatures and wind speed are the lowest. * Don't allow sprinklers to water your street, driveway or sidewalk. * Sweep outside with a broom not a hose. Just five minutes of hosing will waste about 25 gallons of water. * Raise the lawn mower blade to at least three inches or to its highest level. Cutting higher encourages grass roots to grow deeper, shades the root system and holds soil moisture better than a closely-clipped lawn. * Avoid over- fertilizing your lawn. Fertilizer applications increase the need for water. Check with your Extension Service for fertilizing recommendations. See the back page of this tabloid for telephone numbers. * Use mulch to retain moisture in the soil. Mulch also helps control weeds that compete with landscape plants for water. * Plant native and/or drought tolerant grasses, ground covers, shrubs and trees. Once established, they do not need water as frequently and usually will survive an a dry period without watering. Call your Extension Service for suggestions. Use water wisely and irrigate your landscape only during times allowed and only if your landscape needs it. Over-watering can cause root rot and foliar fungal diseases in plants. At School ... * Increase student, employee, and faculty awareness of water conservation. * Contact your local utility for an in-school presentation and/or conservation material. Install signs in all restrooms encouraging water conservation. All Businesses... Increase employee awareness of water conservation by posting signs. Read your water meter weekly to monitor success of water conservation efforts. As needed, replace appliances and fixtures with water-saving models. * Minimize the water used in cooling equipment in accordance with manufacturers' recommendations. Shut off cooling units when not needed. IN ADDITION, RESTAURANTS CAN Provide table signs urging water conservation * Serve water only when requested by customer. -Si Page 5 March 2002 ------------- ----------------------- Page 5 March 2002 WWE4 2012 What Else Are People Doing to Conserve? Sarasota resident Nick Cook transformed his landscape using native plants as much as possible. He planted 107 different species and there's not a cactus in sight. He says, "It's a work in progress." Using no in-ground o irrigation, he even V recycles water from his heat pump to water plants. Nick uses '.; berms to keep as much water as possible in his landscape and not running down the street. Other tips from him are to use the garbage disposal as little as possible and install a pump on the hot water heater to avoid waste when needing hot water for a shower. Bob Elwell of Eastern Manatee has been catching the condensate water from his air- conditioner system in a bucket for hand-watering of his landscape plants and reports a five gallon per day new source of free water, saving 150 gallons per month. Brian Parker of West Bradenton discovered that his under-the-sink reverse osmosis (RO) unit was wasting ten gallons of water a day to drain as installed. He eA first started catchingg the water for outdoor use then tried turning the unit off until he wanted water from it. By turning the unit on only when he- wanted RO water, it reduced the waste flow to one pint a day, saving 300 gallons per month. Lido resident Rich Stasiak previously used 12,000 gallons of water every month. By installing 1.6- gallon toilets and exchanging his high-flow showerheads for low- flow models his current usage is a mere 3,900 gallons per month. That's a 66% decrease with no change in habits! Rich also recommends keeping a close eye on your water meter. One day he happened to see that it registered 1,000 gallons more than the previous day. He quickly located and repaired the leak. "Had I not paid attention to my water use it could have been thirty days before I noticed and 30,000 gallons just gone," says Rich. Even large condominiums are working to conserve. Maintenance Supervisor Jim Long from Pine Run Condos in Osprey, encouraged residents to conserve by replacing old showerheads. Jim installed 125 new ones and reports 100 percent satisfaction with the water-saving models. CONTACT YOUR LOCAL COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE OFFICE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON CREATING A FLORIDA FRIENDLY LANDSCAPE. The Right Water for The Right Use You may wonder why we're writing about wildfires in this publication. It's because the fewer fires we have, the more water is available for other uses. And, by preventing fires, we conserve drinking water. Most fires occur, of course, during the dry season when water supplies are naturally low in Southwest Florida. Large wild fires are prevalent in areas with large expanses of dense vegetation. This a great concern in communities like Charlotte County and the City of North Port. In almost all communities, drinking-quality water is still used for fighting fires. Until recent years drinking-quality was the only water available to do so. That is, until health regulations allowed for highly-treated, clean waste water to be used. That, of course, takes a separate set cf distribution pipes and hydrants. In communities with reclaimed water systems, the water at the fire hydrant is not drinking quality, therefore preserving the right water for the right use. Together, we can play an active part in prevention by reducing fuel sources in yards and on neighboring properties. Charlotte County's Fire/ EMS personnel offer the following simple tips: * Keep vegetation at least 30 feet from the eaves of your home or building. * Trim vegetation that overhangs them. * Clear leaves and debris from roofs and gutters. * Pick up leaves, branches, and debris to eliminate another fuel source and to assist firefighters in putting out fires quickly. Successful control of brush fires relies not only on quick detection and response, but also a dependable, readily available, water supply. For more information, visit www.firewise.org. If you see a fire... Don't assume it's been reported. Call 9-1-1 immediately! "~ Page6 March 2002 March 2002 V Page 6 Where Can I Learn More? FREE CLASSES ON MICRO IRRIGATION FOR HOME LANDSCAPES ARE OFFERED BY THE MANATEE COUNTY EXTENSION SERVICE: Saturday, March 16,2002 (9:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m.) Thursday, April 25, 2002 (2:00 p.m. 4:30 p.m.) Kendrick Auditorium, Manatee County Extension Service South Manatee Branch Library (1303 17th Street West, Palmetto) 6081 26th Street West, Bradenton Tuesday, March 26, 2002 (10:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m.) Wednesday, May 15, 2002 (2:00 p.m. 4:30 p.m.) Braden River Library, 4915 53rd Ave East, Bradenton Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach Registration is at no cost on a space available basis. Call Cheryl Werner at 722-4524 (South Manatee residents can call 742-5986 ext. 262) to register.) Visit the Florida House in Sarasota Visit the Florida House Learning Center and see readily available water conservation products and techniques for new and existing homes and yards. The house is a modern "Florida Cracker" style with t, three bedrooms, two baths and screened porches. It NMI N.o -.-"- includes water conserving plumbing fixtures and equipment, greywater reuse, micro-irrigation, and rainwater collection in cisterns for use in irrigation The model "Florida Yard" demonstrates environmental landscape management principles in design and maintenance. The yard is designed to reduce use of pesticides, fertilizers, and water. See the edible landscape, micro-irrigation display, and the Florida friendly yard. I NOe Although individual visitors generally take self- guided tours; guided tours mnay also be arranged for Groups of thirty or less by calling (941) 316-1200. The Sarasota County Extension Service conducts public programs on a variety of environmental building and landscaping topics There is no charge for visiting the Florida House and seeing water conservation in action. The Florida House Learning center is operated by the Sarasota County Cooperative Extension Service and is a joint venture with the Sarasota County Technical Institute, the Southwest Florida Water Management District, and the non-profit Florida House Institute. The Florida House is open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and Saturday from 1 p.m, to 4 p.m. Visit the web site http://sarasota.extension.ufl.edu. Page 7 March 2002" March 2002" Page 7 A Maintecanc Checklit tor a wVt d-,E"i-ient Znidscape ^ Clrck and clean/repair irrigation distribution , components monthly J g Set the controller according to season " i-1 Check the functioning :. of the rain shutoff device quarterly dut dry season sea A *sChepk mlcro-irrigatidr ? Sfilter quarterly ' Saints anitd'. age : a n . * Temperatures are cool and plant growth is limited. Irrigation controllers should be set for a watering frequency of once every 7 to 14 days, depending on actual temperatures and water restriction schedules * Clean and repair irrigation components. * Add mulch to landscapes if not done in December. February * Set irrigation frequency to once a week. * Add compost when renovating garden beds. * Convert to micro-irrigation for tree/shrub beds. Try starter kits from retailers. * Renovate irrigation systems to establish separate zones for turf and annual flowers from trees and shrubs. * Add/replenish mulch if not done in December or January. * Use slow release fertilizers to reduce flushes of growth that stimulate plant water demands. March * Keep irrigation frequency to once per week. * Check rain shut-off device to make sure it is functioning. * Calibrate irrigation zones using flat-bottomed cans so that 1/2 to 3/4 inch of water is delivered per application. * Flush micro-irrigation systems and clean the filler. * Check spray emitters to make sure the water pattern overlaps. Ap.-ii * Watering frequency should be based on plant needs. Consider enlarging mulched areas and reducing turf areas. Plant more trees. Install/expand "hardscape" - walkways, patios, decks. Plant drought-tolerant plants. See if you can capture air conditioning condensation water and divert it to your landscape. Check and repair irrigation problems. May U* se slow release fertilizers to reduce flushes of growth that stimulate plant water demand. Water in early morning when plants = wilt the night before. * When planting plants, group them together according to their water requirements. Check and repair any irrigation system deficiencies. June Make sure the rain-shut-off device is functioning. With the onset of the rainy season, adjust irrigation frequency based on rainfall received. Consider rain barrels to capture water off roofs Check and clean irrigation liller. Correct irrigation problems. July Turn off irrigation emitters to planted areas that do not need water due to the rainy season. Permanently disconnect irrigation to drought tolerant and native plants that are established and do not require supplemental irrigation. Make sure downspouts are directed into landscaped areas and not driveways. Check the rain shut-off device. August * Make sure your irrigation system is adjusted to account for rainfall. Check the rain shut-off device. Check irrigation system for leaks and malfunctions. Irrigate only according to plant needs. Plan landscape modifications for coming cooler dryer months to save more water. Check and clean irrigation filter. Use slow release fertilizers to reduce flushes of growth that stimulate plant water demands. Adjust irrigation time clocks to make sure frequency is not more than once per week. Consider replacing some turf areas with drought-lolerant ground cover Replenish mulch. Expand mulch areas Plant drought tolerant plants. *Correct irrigation problems. November Make sure irrigation system is functioning properly. Convert tree-shrub beds to micro-irrigation and put them on separate zones from turfgrass. Plant more trees for canopy coverage. Check the rain shut-ott device December Check and clean irrigation filter Set irrigation frequency to once every 7 to 14 days. Replenish mulch. Troubleshoot entire irrigation system and clean, adjust or replace malfunctioning components. * Buy spouse a micro-irrigation starter kit, drought tolerant plants, and a new rain shut-off device as gifts and make sure - they are installed. For more information: Charlotte County Cooperative Extension Services (941)764-4340 Desoto County Cooperative Extension Service (863)993-4846 Manatee County Extension Service (941)722-4524 Sarasota County Cooperative Extension Services (941)316-1000 Southwest Florida Water Management District Hotline (800)848-0499 Water 2002 We're in it Together is brought to you by: Charlotte County Utilities (941)764-4300 (800)524-5494 www.charlottecountyfl.com Manatee County Utilities Operation (941)792-8811 ext 5327 www.co.manatee.fl.us North Port Utilities (941)426-9500 Peace River Manasota Regional Water Supply Authority (863)993-4565 Sarasota County Environmental Services Sarasota County Environmental Services (941)378-6859 www.scesonline.org Landscape Water Conservat i ndar . Water conservation is a year-round job. We.need toConsevWcitjhe summer rainy ana '60pol winter times of the year in order to make more water available during hofdvr periQ0. The suggestions below are arranged y th month to help consumers form g~o0l conservation habits. All actions need to comply withpater restrictions. ,'r .l'''.. -': . ., "'. .. " Isfl ier Travelers The Islander '"The Best News on Anna Maria Island Since 1992" Volume 10, no. 17, March 13, 2002, B Section After the marathon Cathy Benjamin and Bridget Gennett of Anna Maria relax with the hometown press on the lip of the "Hawai- ian Grand Canyon" after Benjamin successfully completed the 26.2-mile Honolulu marathon. Gennett is events coordinator for the Arthritis Foundation in Bradenton, which Benjamin represented in the marathon. Redwood visitors Marion Roberts, left, of Holmes Beach and Barbara Thompson of Bradenton pause at the foot of a redwood tree in Sequoia National Park, Calif., to check out the Island news. After 400 years Stephen F. Schlueter of Holmes Beach with a reminder of home at the entrance to the original city of Guadalajara, Mexico, which is he noted is 400 years old. ^ ^ -;'. ^ '^ -. ',?"'rf,** f^^ ^ -^y '* -.'*'" / ^""" w ^ ^ " I -. '" . .. .. .. ...... .. ,x ^ ^ *rim ,,, I :'r *.-, -,. - ^_ \ ,* - ( 3 *< a 1 s. -* ,-, ,, ..'. .'* '*" ,. .. :'~^ *': - .. ..^ -_ 't ^ ,A, : ,. . .. . ~g4 ~iI *, 'k1 W''gxw9-'&SAiL I- . -.* *^. y '^s~isga --.-* -- s H~ M H~b Northern Islander Edna Erven of Holmes Beach enjoys autumn and hometown news at her summer cottage on the shore of Silver Lake in New York. PAGE 2B N MARCH 13, 2002 0 THE ISLANDER At home with Andy Little By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter Anna Maria Island resident Andy Little is just an ordinary guy, some people say. Others might say he's extraordinary. Most Island folks know Andy from the Anna Maria Island Community Center, where he's the vol- unteer public relations director when he's not teaching a class in creative writing or photography. He's also on the board of directors of the Anna Maria Island Histori- cal Society and won a Golden Gavel Award last year from the Sarasota Herald-Tribune for his volunteer work with the society's "Remember When" pageant. A pretty ordinary guy, right? "Actually, I am just an ordinary guy," said Little, with emphasis. "But I got to meet a lot of other ordi- nary people who happened to do some extraordinary things." Born in Detroit and raised in' French-speaking Canada, Little ultimately spent 35 years in broadcast- ing and journalism. But it was the five years he spent as a field producer for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation's "On the Road, Again" television show that was an extraordinary experience for ordinary Andy Little. His assignment was simple. Travel the byways and off-roads and find ordinary people in small towns across Canada who do extraordinary things. It was an assignment he was ready to tackle. "After 30 years of doing the 'doom and gloom' of daily news, I was a pessimist,". Little said. "The glass of life always looked half empty. I was ready for a change." What a change it was. Like the lady in Alberta who puts clocks inside dried cowchips. "Don't laugh," said Little, "but she called her company 'Turd World.'" It was no joke, he said, but he couldn't help but laugh. "I had to go out in the pasture and help her find Ordinary Andy Little. Islander Photo: Courtesy of Andy Little the chips. Some of them weren't completely dry when I picked them up." In Thunder Bay, Ontario, Little met Ron Hartviksen, who makes a hockey rink in his backyard every winter, hand-paints pictures on the ice, then in- vites kids to play hockey on it. Ron's wife cooks lunch for the kids. The food, rink and good times are all free. One Little favorite is about Bob Marran from Stratford, Ontario. You may not know the name, but we all recognize the story. A corporate executive caught in the pressures of the big city comes home to his small-town roots one day to discover that maybe the simple life isn't so bad after all. Bob Marran did come home after 25 years in the big city of Toronto and when he did, he bought the old family dairy farm. The' city slickers laughed at him, but as a way to retain the old-fashioned values of the original dairy, he started delivering milk in glass bottles to home custom- ers every day, using an old, flat-bed truck drawn by a plow horse. Just like in grandma and grandpa's day. Bob doesn't care what the city slickers think these days. He's got 900 customers for his Avon Dairy de- livery route, more than he can handle. "Bob was an inspiration," said Little. "He re- minded me that there is nothing wrong with doing something ordinary, that there's nothing wrong with being old-fashioned and having old-fashioned values." You could call Elenore Tecumseh Sioui of Wendake, Quebec, "old fashioned." She has a doctor- ate degree in herbal medicine and makes her home remedies from natural plants and shrubs, much like her Huron forefathers did to help the first Europeans in the new world. Customers come from all over the globe to shop at her all-natural herbal store. You'll find people like these throughout North America, from Anna Maria Island in Florida to Yellowknife in the Northwest Territories, said Little. Just ordinary folks who do extraordinary things. "And everything they do is with a smile and with optimism," he added. Andy Little retired from "On the Road, Again," in 1993, but he's anything but retired. And in his view now, the glass is always half full. "Being with 'On the Road, Again' converted me. Now, I'm an optimist. The people I met were different, yet they were a lot alike. When you come right down to it, their cares, ethics and values were all very similar." In PLEASE SEE LITTLE, NEXT PAGE NOWSEVNLUC Where the locals bring their friends. Rain or Shine. CAFE ON THE BEACH a invites you to join us for our S IT4:. PATRICK'S WEEKEND CELEBRATION SATURDAY & SUNDAY MARCH 17 & 18 Corned Beef and Cabbage with new potatoes and carrots. $8.95 ^ Corned Beef Sandwich $5.95 Green Beer $1.75 Entertainment: Saturday John G. Hamilton Sunday Rick Boyd, 2-8 pm Old-Fashioned Breakfasts, Great Lunches & Dinner Specials OPEN 7 AM 7 DAYS A WEEK BEER and WINE Available Casual Inside Dining or Outdoor Patio Dining Pier Live Entertainment Thurs. thru Sun. Group Seating Available 4000 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach 778-0784 Where the locals bring their friends CAFE ON THE BEACHES ITALIAN BUFFET NIGHT Thursday March 14 4:30-8 pm Homemade Meatballs, Sausage and Peppers, Chicken Marsala, Our "Famous" Fried Fish, Assorted Pastas, Salad, Vegetables, Garlic Bread and Dessert -4 A- 1 I Draft Beer $1.75 Musie by Rick Boyd Old-Fashioned Breakfasts, Great Lunches & Dinner Specials OPEN 7 AM *.7 DAYS A WEEK BEER and WINE A available Casual Inside Dining or Outdoor Patio Dining Pier Live Entertainment Thurs. thru Sun. Group Seating Available 4000 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach 778-0784 5 ^PLUS TAX THE ISLANDER 0 MARCH 13, 2002 0 PAGE 3B Horse sense Bob Marran of Stratford, Ontario. Just some old- fashioned "horse sense" when it comes to delivering milk. Islander Photo: Courtesy Andy Little Little CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2 truth, said Little, we are all different throughout North. America, yet we are all alike in many respects. He was so uplifted by his experiences and the people he met, he chronicled them in his new book, "On the Road Again, Again," and has done an audio/ video presentation of the show for the Anna Maria Is- land Historical Society. On the Road Again, Again is Little's first full- length book. This summer he plans to complete his second work, a family memoir entitled Before Whis- pers Become Silence. Just an ordinary guy doing extraordinary things. Andy is 'On the Road, Again' Andy Little's audio and visual presentation of "On the Road Again, Again" in January at the Island Branch Library was so successful, the Anna Maria Island Historical Society is bringing him back for an encore. Little's next presentation is scheduled for 4 p.m., March 18 at the Island Branch Library. Little has all new material so people who attended in Janu- ary are welcome to return in March. The presenta- tion is open to the public. 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Islander Photo: Bonner Joy Stepping cut tcninlit? Find out what's going on in THI Islander PAGE 4B E MARCH 13, 2002 0 THE ISLANDER Little League action cranks up at Center By Kevin Cassidy Special to The Islander Little League got off to a great start as the weather cooperated with perfect conditions for baseball. AAA and majors got under way on Tuesday and Friday night at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, while AA got started on Saturday. The early returns on how interleague play is going to be received were positive both on and off the field. The kids and parents seemed to enjoy playing different teams while the results on the field were split. Kiwanis won the first-ever interleague contest for the Island, defeating Red Hoagland Olds, while WMFD lost to Manatee East's Regional Engineering by a 9-2 score. There were some problems with the AAA box scores, so there are no results from that age group. In other baseball news, the first-ever Junior League baseball game is scheduled to be played on Birdie Tebbetts Field at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 16. A tremendous amount of effort was put forth by a number of people to make this field a reality. It's great that baseball will finally be played there when our Anna Maria team takes on Manatee East. Stay tuned. Following are the results from the first week. Bark 11, Home Hardware 2 Bark & Company Realty pounded out 14 hits in four innings to record an impressive 11-2 victory over Home True Value Hardware in the AA League's open- ing day at the Anna Maria Island Community Center Saturday, March 9. Bark & Company jumped out to a 1-0 lead in the Good SFine neli Sand Dinner Tues-Sun 6-10 6vSunday Brunch 10/30-2 Capalbo's House of Pizza LUNCH PIZZA BUFFET $4.69 DINNER PIZZA BUFFET $5.39 792-5300 10519 Cortez Rd. W. Mon.-Sat. 11am-10pm Sun. 12pm-9pm OUTSIDE Tt PRERKF.RST COVERED II G LlNCH DINING [DI ,Eff r DNNER ON THEJfll W.,TER! 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An RBI single by Howard scored Danziger, and a fielder's choice by Barlow PLEASE SEE SPORTS, NEXT PAGE La Cr perie French Ciisine M Authentic French r (Cooking, Delicious Dinner and Dessert Crepes, Beer & Wine Hours: Tues.-Sun 8:30 am-2:30 pm Fri. & Sat 5-9 pm 127 Bridge Street Bradenton Beach 778-1011 Featuring "Wild Irishman's" Corned Beef Hash for Breakfast and Lunch on St. Patrick's Day! Brunch/Lunch 11-2:30 Wed.-Sat. Breakfast/Brunch/Lunch Sunday 8 a.m.-2:30 Dinner from 5:30 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday Island Shopping Center 5406 Marina Dr. Holmes Beach 778-5320 CheW/Owner Damon Preswood Martine Miller lines a single to left field for her True Value Hardware team during AA baseball action at the Community Center. Sports CONTINUED FROM PAGE 4 brought Ellsworth home for an 8-2 lead. Three straight doubles by Price, Hutchinson, and Sebastiano put the game out of reach. Price paced the Bark & Company offense with a perfect 3-for-3 day, including three doubles, two runs scored and two RBIs, while Sebastiano contributed a home run, double, and four RBIs. Howard and Ellsworth each contributed two hits, while Hutchinson added a two-run double and two runs scored. Daniel Janisch, Danziger and Staebler each singled and scored while Barlow doubled and scored two runs. Corrie and King led True Value with two hits apiece, while.. Martine Miller, Evans, McKenzie (, ,st d aj ur Kosfeld, Sage Geeraerts and Patrick and Zachary Facheris each had one hit on the day. Kiwanis 4, Hoagland 1 Shane Pelkey and Connor Bystrom pitched a com- bined one-hitter with 15 strikeouts to lead Kiwanis past North River American's Red Hoagland Olds on Friday, March 8, at the Anna Maria Island Community Center. 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THE I)NTRACGASTAL WATEkVAY THE ISLANDER E MARCH 13, 2002 0 PAGE 5B error and moved to second when Charlie Woodson reached first on a fielder's choice. Tyler Fitzgerald followed with a two-run single to give Kiwanis a 2-1 lead. Fitzgerald then stole second and third and scored on an RBI ground-out by Woten for a 3-1 lead. Bystrom completed the scoring for Kiwanis when he followed with an inside-the-park home run to give Kiwanis a 4-1 lead and effectively ice the game. Bystrom went 1-for-3 with a home run to lead the Kiwanis hitting attack, followed up by a two-run single from Fitzgerald. Tyler Scneerer contributed the other hit for Kiwanis when he singled in the fifth. Palmetto was led by Emmons, who recorded the team's only hit while also turning in a strong pitching effort, allowing only three hits while striking out four. Regional 9, WMFD 2 Zach Geeraerts went 3-for-3 and scored one run, but it wasn't enough to overcome a strong pitching effort by Regional Engineering's David Early. Early pitched a complete-game six-hitter including eight strikeouts to lead his Manatee East club past WMFD on Friday, March 8 at Norma Lloyd Park. Early also carried a big stick for Regional Engi- neering, going 2-for-3 including a double and three runs scored while Blayne Lee and Grabski each added a pair.of hits to contribute to the victory. T. Johnson, Kasey Holbrook, Davidson, and Tucker each scored runs for Regional Engineering. In addition to Geeraerts performance, WMFD also received a triple and one run scored from Nick Sato and a single from Sean Price. WMFD 4, Kiwanis 2 Jarred McKenzie allowed only three hits and two runs while striking out nine batters to record a com- plete-game victory for WMFD on Tuesday, March 5 at the Anna Maria Island Community Center. Sean Price wielded the heavy lumber for WMFD, going 2-for-3 including the game-winning, two-run single in the fourth inning while Nick Sato added a pair of singles and one run scored. Zach Geeraerts added a single and one run scored for WMFD. Shane Pelkey paced Kiwanis with a pair of singles and one RBI while Connor Bystrom singled and scored both Kiwanis runs. A Local Treasure... Delightful Dining Leisurely Lunches Stylish Catering since 1979 Gourmet Take-Out & Deli Gift Certificates S& Fine Wines & Gift Baskets 55 383-0777 525 St.Judes Dr. IADDV' LongboatKey co .www.harryskitchen.com . Full retail seafood market for fresh seafood to prepare at home.: OPEN FOR LUNCH & DINNER 7 DAYS A WEEK 11:30 AM 9:30 PM 383-1748 ,' www.STONECRAB.NET ON THE BAY END OF BROADWAY ST. NORTH LONGBOAT KEY PAGE 6B N MARCH 13, 2002 E THE ISLANDER Environmental news: blue, green, oil-free That old maxim, "Liars figure, and figures lie," came to mind last week as the annual manatee census results were published. This year's count: 1,796. Last year's count: 3,276. Yikes! you probably said. What caused the incred- ible loss of manatees in just one year? It wasn't a matter of deaths, but a factor of how the count is conducted. Manatee experts fly over Florida's coastal waters and count sea cows. Last year the weather was colder, and the manatees were hunkered around the warm- water outfall pipes at power plants, making it easy to find and figure out how many there were. The skies were also clear. This year, the water was warmer, and manatees were more distributed throughout the state's waters. The skies were also cloudy, further hampering the counters' census. What's ironic was that the folks who have been arguing that the manatee populations are growing in leaps and bounds, and that restrictions on boaters should be eased as a result, used last year's census to tout their claims. Those same people are very, very quiet now, al- though one scientist did admit that the low count this year "maybe adds mud to the water." I did like a comment from the head of the Save The Manatee Club. Patti Thompson argued that using cen- sus figures alone shouldn't be the sole arbiter in deter- mining the threat of extinction of manatees. She likes the idea of also factoring into the equation the numbers of dead manatees each year, especially those manatees killed by boat collisions. That last number reached an all-time high last year, you may remember. But whatever figures you want to use, remember to share the waters with our big gray friends and go slow in any manatee zones or, for that matter, in any shal- low-water area where manatees may be feeding or just lolling around in the seagrasses. Oil lease solution? There's been a pretty elegant oil lease swap pro- posed in W.ashington, D.C., compliments of Florida Sens. Bob Graham and Bill Nelson. Oil companies have secured something like 115 tracts in the Gulf of Mexico where they think oil or gas may be drilled, some off Southwest Florida. Environ- mentalists have obviously objected to any drilling off D \Z8/QnJCI^ie ' Moon Date AM HIGH AM LOW PM HIGH PM Low NM Mar13 11:37p* 1.8 5:38 -0.1 12:26 1.4 5:16 0.5 Mar 14 5:59 0.0 12:31 1.5 5:52 0.4 Mar 15 12:16 1.7 6:19 0.2 12:44 1.6 6:33 0.2 Mar 16 12:58 1.6 6:39 0.3 1:01 1.7 7:13 0.1 Mar 17 1:44 1.5 6:57 0.5 1:20 1.8 7:58 0.0 Mar 18 2:36 1.4 7:16 0.7 1:45 1.9 8:47 -0.1 Mar 19 3:39 1.2 7:34 0.8 2:14 2.0 9:42 -0.1 Mar 20 5:00 1.1 7:39 1.0 2:49 2.0 10:58 -0.1 Cortez High Tides 7 minutes later lows 1:06 later 1F IdkllTT SFREE TOWING' SFOR MEMBERS 756-3422 'James G. Annis LICENSED WATERFRONT CONTRACTOR lA IIII IlkI l ,I 778-4771 P.O.BOX 1353, Anna Maria, FL 34216 MC00361 So how many manatees are there in Florida? the beach here. The feds have talked and talked about buying out the oil company leases, but haven't been able to pony up the $150 million or so to buy the leases. So Graham and Nelson have proposed a swap. The oil companies forfeit the leases in the eastern Gulf for other leases off Louisiana or Texas, which is "rich" in oil derricks already. As with all things innovative in the Capital, the reaction to the plan has been mixed. Some environmen- tal groups seem to think the swap is a pretty nifty thing. Other eco-groups think it may be a start, but would like to see some money in the form of past and future roy- alties to come to the government from the oil compa- nies to sweeten the deal. Oil company executives haven't refused the deal outright, which may be taken as a positive sign, but aren't totally embracing the proposal. Further complicating the issue is a pending legal battle over Florida's refusal to allow Chevron to drill for natural gas in Gulf waters off the Panhandle near Destin. Chevron execs have indicated the lease swap may be acceptable to them if Florida drops its challenge and lets them drill. Ya gotta love the machinations of big government, don't you? Green goes gray Americans are talking environmentalists, but really don't want to put their money where their eco-friendly intentions are located. That's the latest conclusion from the green front. Remember how we all wanted to be good environmental- ists a decade or so ago? Recycling. Less use of electric- ity. Less driving to reduce the need of burning fossil fuel. Well, it didn't sell, and most companies have gone back to the old ways because consumers demanded it. Marketing researchers have concluded that 41 per- cent of consumers don't buy green products because they are afraid they won't work as well as the old tried- Island Scooter Rentals at SILVER SURF 1301 Gulf Dr. N. Bradenton Beach Hourly Weekly FREE Trial Ride Maps *Helmets Training LOW RATES Local Discounts Gift Certificates Available For reservations and info call 726-3163 - I .. -- gm_ W-M n iatpaC Steven U.S.C.G. Licensed Custom-built Privateer Fishing License, Ice, Bait & SaladOn Tackle Furnished Owner/Operator Lifetime experience in local waters Anna Maria Island Florida 778-97121 FATE FUN MACHINES BOB -,. Owner Don Remig, Island Resident flm 2118 Ninth St. W.* Bradenton 941 745-9668 and-true stuff. Gerber, the baby food company, used to make its products in glass jars. It switched to plastic last year when 70 percent of the consumers said they liked the convenience of containers that wouldn't break if dropped. Of course, the plastic they're using isn't re- cyclable. It gets worse. New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg has pro- posed dropping all recycling of metal, glass and plas- tic in the city. He figures he can save about $57 million a year by deleting the recycling effort. There has been no real outcry from citizens in the wake of his proposal. In fact, only 29 percent of consumers buy products just because they are eco-friendly. Those single-serving water bottles that are all the rage these days? The number manufactured has doubled in the past five years and is now at more than 18 billion a year. That's "billion" with a B, and they all end up in landfills. -I don't know about you, but I feel embarrassed. Croc comeback On a slightly more cheerful note, the American crocodile appears to have come back from near-extinc- tion to the point that federal officials are contemplat- ing taking it off the endangered species list. In 1979, officials with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service estimated there were about 300 crocs, mostly in South Florida from Miami through the Florida Keys. Today, there are an estimated 1,000 crocs. Alligators, by the way, number about 1 million. The crocodile resurgence is due to some massive land buys by environmental groups which provides the critters a more protective environment. In fact, crocodiles are on the move, with reports of sightings stretching from Sanibel Island to Jupiter. The roaming crocs just seem to be cruising, not establish- ing breeding populations, so some researchers are leery of changing the endangered status. It's still a good thing to see, though. Sandscript factoid Federal officials are considering re-ranking a number of Florida critters from endangered lists. Included in the debate are manatees, American crocodiles, the Florida panther, key deer and red-cockaded woodpeckers. Horseshoe winners Winners in the March 9 horseshoe games were Jack Cooper of Holmes Beach and Ron Pepka of Bradenton. Runners-up were Ted Gray and Tom Markley, both of Bradenton. Winners in the Feb. 27 games were Al Norman of Holmes Beach and Pepka. Runners- up were Bill Starrett of Anna Maria and Neil Sweerus of Bradenton. The weekly contests get under way every Wednesday and Saturday at 9 a.m. at Anna Maria City Hall Park, 10005 Gulf Drive. There are no membership fees and everyone is welcome. 9 SALE ON CUSTOM- 15% OFF MADE CLUBS 'UI 4/1/02 Just Arrived Nike Apparel Full Service Pepair Shop Unique Golf Gifts New Hours: Mon. thru Sat 9-5, except Thursday 'tll 8 pm, Sunday 9 2 ETC. Bradenton 3442 5rd Ave. W. auslt eaut ofinn Dixe) 739-8474 INSHORE SPORTFISHING CHARTER BOAT _,,,,,leatJ A4 Full & Half Day Trips .,, ~Custom Trips Available ^ \ -I THE ISLANDER E MARCH 13, 2002 E PAGE 7B Sheepshead still best bet for nearshore anglers By Capt. Mike Heistand Sheepshead still are the king of the nearshore fish- ing action, and should remain the best bet for the next few weeks. Trout action is starting to pick up, with re- ports of some 25-inch-long trout coming in. Offshore, snapper are a best bet, or amberjack. Capt. Sam Kimball on Legend charters out of Annie's Bait & Tackle in Cortez said he's putting his charters onto sheepshead to 6 pounds, plus snapper, cobia, triggerfish and grouper. Capt. Zach Zacharias on the Dee-Jay II out of Annie's said sheepshead are at their peak right now. He's also catching a mixed bag of redfish, trout and a few pompano. Bill Lowman at Island Discount Tackle said he's hearing good reports of some really big trout on the seagrass flats, with some up to 25 inches in length. Redfish and snook are still out there, but are harder to catch. Along the beaches, look for whiting, pompano and sheepshead. Capt. Matt Bowers on the Outcast in Holmes Beach said he had a very good day last week while catching big red grouper to 20 pounds, plus a few man- grove snapper. Capt. Curt Morrison and Capt. Ryan Hackney on-the Neva-Miss said they've been putting their char- ters onto cobia, hog fish, red and gag grouper up to 25 pounds and mangrove snapper to 4 pounds while fish- ing in the Gulf. Capt. Rick Gross on Fishy Business said he's been catching triggerfish, a few snapper and sheeps- head up to 7 pounds while fishing on the artificial reefs. Capt. Tom Chaya on the Dolphin Dreams in Holmes Beach reports catching lots and lots of sheepshead in the 6-pound range, plus he's been getting a few redfish. Lee Gause at Perico Harbor Bait & Tackle re- ported some redfish were being caught in Palma Sola Bay using shrimp as bait, and a keeper-sized snook or two was landed by the marina. Offshore action includes lots of snapper, he added. Bob Kilb at the Rod & Reel Pier said sheepshead is still the best bet for pier anglers, plus a few redfish. Capt. Thom Smith at Angler's Repair on Cortez Road said he's finding trout off the rocks in front of Terra Ceia Bay, some redfish to 24 inches in length and keeper-sized snook. Anglers at the Anna Maria City Pier are also doing AMERICAN CAR WASH 24-HOUR SELF-SERVE CAR WASH COMPLETE AUTOMOBILE DETAILING QUICK LUBE $2395* MOST CARS Mon-Frl 8-5pm Sat 8-12pm 5804 Marina Dr. Holmes Beach *778-1617 Major credit cards & debit cards accepted *Subject to change Capt. Mike's Charter Boat "MAGIC" Backwater Near Shore Up to 7 miles out in the Gulf Snook Redfish Trout Flounder Mackerel Snapper Light Tackle Fishing Reservations a must Tackle, bait, ice, fishing license provided! 779-9607 Captain Mike Heistand USCG Licensed RENTAL BOATS BAIT GAS 7 DAYS A WEEK 5501 Marina Drive Holmes Beach S941778*1977 -N ID 9410778.1 977 ON ANNA MARIA ISLAND l t f'iL Giant sheepshead Dr. Mark Nammacher of Minneapolis, Minn., caught this sheepshead while fishing with Capt. Mike Heistand. He took the prize of both "first fish" and "biggest." He was visiting his brother Tom of Bradenton Beach. well with sheepshead, plus an occasional pompano. Capt. Matt Denham on the Rip-Tide out of Holmes Beach said he's still catching lots of amberjack, a few American red snapper, lane snapper and mangrove snap- per, plus some nice-sized red and gag grouper. Dave Johnson at Snead Island Crab House said fishers there are catching a few redfish in Terra Ceia Bay, some snook in the Manatee River and sheepshead near the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Whitebait is start- ing to show up in Terra Ceia Bay, he added. On my boat Magic, we've been catching redfish to 26 ANNA MARIA BOAT CLUB 5323 Marina Drive Holmes Beach City Yacht Basin inches in length, trout to 24 inches, mangrove snapper to 16 inches and, offshore, amberjack to 30 pounds. Good luck and good fishing. Capt. Mike Heistand is a 20-year fishing guide. Call him at 779-9607 to provide a fishing report. Pictures of your catch are also welcome and may be dropped off at The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Please include identification for persons in the picture along with information on the catch and a name and phone number for more information. Pictures may be retrieved once they appear in the paper. CAP PA- E SENATOR COMBO Special Purchase! SENATOR 113H * 475 yds/30# test * 3.25:1 Gear ratio OFFSHORE ROD * Stainless Steel Guides * 6'6" -50 lb. class $1595 * Solid Fiberglass * Gimbel GOOD THRU MAR. 19, 2002 SUN:7TO4 MON-THURS:7-6 OPE FRI & SAT 7-7 2219 GULF DR. N. BRADENTON BEACH DISCONTTCKL at corner of Gulf Dr. & 23rd St. I Midway between Manatee Ave. & Cortez Rd. on Gulf Dr. 778-7688 I -~~-........-.........A ENN LS _.j ppURPEELS PAGE 8B N MARCH 13, 2002 N THE ISLANDER 'Scary but good' fish due test market By Jim Hanson Islander Correspondent Some 30,000 fish into the project, Mote Marine Laboratory's sturgeon are about to be test-marketed. And not much further down the road: Caviar. The sturgeon-farming experiment started three years ago, and some of the fish are big enough to eat. One has already made the transition from fish farm to table. That was at the Hilton Longboat Key, where Chef Ray Vaille cooked his sturgeon many different ways and asked executives there to sample them. "They were happy with it," he said. "It's a very good fish. It's scary to look at if you have to work with the whole fish, but the flavor is excellent and the tex- ture is just flaky enough." Dr. Kevan Main, director of Mote's Center for Aquaculture Research and Development, said the three-year-old sturgeon program is one of several in the center. Others are snook farming, which has begun to help restock that fishery, and the newer red snapper project. The sturgeon came here as eggs from farms in Russia and Europe. The early arrivals have reached 11 or 12 pounds, she said, and the males are being tried by chefs at "white-tablecloth restaurants." Just around the comer is a more extensive test market to evaluate the market among diners. She'is about to move her sturgeon to a farm of their own, since the facilities at Mote's City Island complex are so crowded now that something had to give. The new facility is being prepared several miles east of In- terstate 75 on Fruitville Road in Sarasota County. 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He 0 I SALES I victorious fnuinerrsI Winners of the Playa Encantada condominium shuffleboard tournament are, left to right, June and John Hechard, the runner-up team, and Linda and Gil Wallander, first-place team. 2 BR / 2 Bath / Completely Furnished Swimming Pool/Tennis Courts . NewTileFloors ' "--'. Spectacular Gulf View -.- ,---' $ 339,000 Realtors Welcome (863) 712-6272 U - ( ^Denise Langlois 'Real Estate Specialist Dedication and Experience ( ). You Can Count On ... Call Today (941) 725-4425 delanglois@aol.com ,ARVIDA THE ISLANDER 0 MARCH 13, 2002 E PAGE 9B Tim Dorsey here Tuesday Florida author Tim Dorsey will be at the Island Branch Library at 3 p.m. Tuesday, March 19 and, per- haps if asked nicely, will talk about his upcoming fourth Florida mystery novel, "Triggerfish Twist," due to be released May 1. Dorsey is a former Tampa Tribune reporter and edi- tor before his first novel, "Florida Roadkill," became a runaway favorite of all who love the wacky stories of Florida. He has also written "Hammerhead Ranch Motel" and "Orange Crush," a tale of a gubernatorial election where both candidates turned very, very weird. Consider this challenge toward the end of "Orange Crush," where the two wannabe governors meet on-cam- era: "'I want you! Tonight! Ice Palace! Lights-Out Cage Match! No-Time-Limit Gubernatorial Smackdown for the Whole Enchilada!" "'So this is where we've evolved,' said our hero, the governor." "'Actually,' said the governor's assistant, 'it can't help but add dignity to the process.'" Since Dorsey usually draws a crowd, sponsoring Friends of the Library suggest you arrive early for the talk by the popular author. His books will be available for purchase, and he welcomes signing copies of his novels. The library is at 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, and more information is available at 778-6341. 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Located just steps from Bayfront Park, this tidy, beautifully ap- pointed home is the finest value in the village of Anna Maria! Ready for immediate occupancy! Priced to sell at only $379,000! Thi, ujrerili,.ie 3 or 4BA. 3 5BA wateriront 1_9 ..=. . retreat offers priac y plus on the e nd otf an . excuse cul-de-sac: in beauldul Key Royale. Countless amenities include gor- geous granite countertops in the kitchen and master bath, Pella windows, Roman style Jacuzzi tub with gold-plated fixtures and a wonderful brick woodburning fireplace. The preferred split bedroom plan is enhanced by ceramic tile floors and dramatic 25-foot tongue-in-groove, valued ceilings with fans and clerestory windows. Live the island dream and drop anchor at this fabu- lous Island hideaway! Reasonably priced at $969,000. Visit our Web site at www.betsyhills.com The best news on Anna Maria Island -- Since 1992. 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Live Entertainment Fri. & Sat. 7 11 I --- - Parking around back 779-1930 [B8 103 Gulf Drive Bradenton Beach Across from The Beachhouse * L ----m--- he coldest mugs of beer his side of Heaven." \ -4fiss uffuI - Pat Geyer, Proprietress Across from Manatee Public Beach Mon-Sat 11 am-7pm Sun 12-7pm Closed Tuesday Takeout 778-2501 Co M r03 -0 M 0 - :.F -v D ^- CM m -CM < < : Q ":0 0 :0 -.CC I,,>,Z ,- >_3 < Z 00 -l _j _j -I _j 58< 0:)w, I- (zJ. C.- I<"z < -- l- I- mm L/J *- -J C0 cid ED co OFF-SHORE SPORT FISHING 4, 6 & 9 Hour Trips plus Custom Long-Range Trips with Capt. Scott Greer Aboard 34-foot . Sport Fisherman the STRAY DOG 794-5615 Docked at Cortez Fishing Center www.straydogcharters.com Beautiful selection of SRICO sweaters * and much more! Clothing Jewetjry Accessories ,. .. -.- ('-2 The Islander's street map is essential for visitors and newcomers and they'll thank you for advertising your business when they find you! Call Rebecca Barnett or Shona Otto to feature your business here! Call 778-7978. The Islander THE ISLANDER N MARCH 13, 2002 E PAGE 11B o d, TLe L&rest &nJ Best S.* SIlectio0 of Hohth,&e< lce CreI ~ahJ FuJt ... Sh l we LaVe Lactose Free! S<wter T'ffy 99+ Hot Do7s PresseJ Cuban S&hdwicLs g Espresso Cppaucciho Gm-hCs 778-00ooo07 z219 GULF DR. S., BRADENTON BEACH 6 locks sotk of tK, Corte Br;.dt -71 Em ow""Mm"""Wool r " Th b t h mbur ers and t t t PAGE 121B MARCH 13, 2002 E THE ISLANDER I TES .ORSAE AR-AGE ALS1PT FUTON: All oak, honey finish, no metal, mission frame, nine-layer foam mattress. Still in box. Cost was $525, will sell for $325. Can deliver, 761-2344. 150-GALLON SALTWATER aquarium with hand- made oak cabinet. Fully equipped, $800. Call Bill, 798-3448. SALE ITEMS FOR THE WEEK: antiques, five- drawer chest, $125, sterling silver, 50 percent off. $2 sale table. Niki's Island Treasures, 5351 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. DINING TABLE with glass top, white base, four chairs, $75. Microwave, picture. Bo, 778-7222. ANTIQUE LINCOLN ROCKER, fern table, two cane-seat chairs, half- wall tables, brocade seat chair and school desk. 809-0575. SEAWALL CAP FORMS: 18 inches by 110-feet with wall braces, used once. Best offer, 778-4221. REGAL TRAILMATE ADULT TRIKE. Just three months old! Three-speed, with lights, $375. 779- 2143. CLEARANCE SALE: 50 blinds, four easy chairs, three marble vanities, assorted pictures, $1 each. Kitchenwares: 50-cents. 778-1503. BINGO: Smoke-free every Thursday, 7pm. Annie Silvers Community Center, 23rd Street at Avenue C, Bradenton Beach. ATTENTION ISLAND MUSICIANS: Bass player and other musicians needed for weekly jam. Blues, rock, country, R&B. Call 778-3006. CLOTHES FOUND at Peace Pole celebration, March 1, at Anna Maria Elementary. Nice jacket and baseball cap. Call 779-2228 to identify and claim. BUY IT OR SELL IT FAST in the all-local classified advertising of The Islander. Nothing works better, or faster. Up to 21 words for $9 per week! (Serving the Island since 1992.) 778-7978. OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE MANATEE AVENUE WEST TWO MONTHS FREE* Six minutes from Anna Maria Island. Individual of- fices or entire space (up to 5,000 sq.ft.), starting at $300. Ample parking, comfortably furnished recep- tion/waiting area, conference room, full kitchen/ lounge. Recently refurbished. Call 761-8822 E-mail: pegasusoffice @aol.com *Two month free offer good through 4/15/02. Minimum one year lease required, first and last due upon signing. ROSER THRIFT SHOP open Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9:30am-2pm. Saturday 9am-noon. Donations Wednesday 9-11am. Sales racks. Closed Good Fri- day. 511 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. 779-2733. HAVE YOU SOMETHING to sell? We specialize in the delicate matters of estate liquidation. George M. Hicks, 5206 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton. 749-1866. STREET SALE at Pines Trailer Park, Saturday, March 16, 9am-2pm. Featuring arts and crafts, white elephant sale, homemade pies, Sloppy Joe sandwiches.and hot dogs. Pines Trailer Park, near Bridge Street Fishing Pier in Bradenton Beach. For information call 778-4651. BIG FURNITURE SALE Friday, March 15, 2-6pm; Saturday, March 16, 9am-1 pm. Living room set, din- ing table set, two complete queen bedroom sets, one queen bed with mattress. 720 Holly Rd., Anna Maria. YARD SALE: Saturday, March 16, 8am-3pm. Circu- lar saw, costume jewelry, baby cabana, toys. 311 59th St., Holmes Beach. GARAGE SALE: Saturday, March 16, 7:30am-4pm. Antique camel-back sofa, twin bed, collectibles, surfboard, desk chairs, fax machines, computer keyboards, etc. 424 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. SALE: Saturday, March 16, 9am-2pm. Longboat Key Center for the Arts, 6860 Longboat Drive South, Longboat Key. STREETWIDE SALE: Saturday, March 16, 9am- 1pm. We are cleaning out and scaling down. Great stuff from A to Z. Periwinkle Plaza, Anna Maria. THOUSANDS OF SEASHELLS: 50-cents, $1, $2 a bag. Plus large whelks, coral, sand dollars, tulips, etc. Cheap shell craft. Saturday 9am-5pm. 5351 Gulf Drive, parking lot of Niki's Island Treasures. SALE: Friday-Saturday, March 15-16, 9am. Lots of stuff, household, office furniture and local artwork. 305 Poinsettia Rd., Anna Maria. Corner Holly and Poinsettia Road. DICK MAHER AND DAVE JONES ISLAND SPECIALISTS 0.: .. u. .. B..cFl.. '., . -i^ -. Simplify Your Search! Call anytime for a consultation. Thanks for saying "I saw it in The Islander" IPDLDI tITIIS LOT! Lowest priced lot, and west of Gulf Drive, too. Available at $165,000. Can build up to 2,500 sq.ft. (AC'd living space) home. BONUS bay and Gulf views from roof deck! Lot has fruit and palm trees and is close school. Survey and info on site at 4806 Gulf Drive. GULFFRONT 2BR/2BA condo has beautiful Gulf and beach views, granite countertops, new tile/carpet, pool, tennis. 80% renovated, pick your colors now. Unit is available for $399,000. 5300 Gulf Drive, Martinique North Unit 102. BAYVIEW 2BR/2BA, ground .ior condo is being completely remod to pool and tennis. Granite counters, n et throughout, 200 sq.ft. bonus outdoor s screened lanai. $274,900. 701 Man ve., Westbay Cove South, Unit 703. BAYVIEW HOME in the remodeling process. Quiet Holmes Beach location. CONDO WITH VIEW of bay and pool. Second floor. Pre-remodeling price $247,000. CEbinson IPropertUes 787-4523 Or 8CC00-977-)08C3 FSBO/Brokers Protected 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. DACHSHUND adoption and rescue (DARE). Call Shona at 761-2642 for information about how you can help or visit our site: www.daretorescue.com. BOAT/TRAILER STORAGE/DOCKAGE. Vacation or long term. Private ramp, wash-down areas. Min- utes to Intracoastal, Gulf, restaurants, bait. Captain John's Marina. 792-2620. Bottom painting. FIND GREAT DEALS on wheels and everything else in The Islander, 778-7978. PRIVATE CHARTERS. Fishing, snorkeling, sightseeing, Egmont Key. USCG License. Captain Keith Barnett. 778-3526 or 730-0516. MARINE OUTBOARD SERVICE. Reliable, reason- able, honest, talented. Bill's Marine Repair Inc. Lo- cated at Capt. John's Marina, 761-7657. WANTED BOAT SLIP for 13-foot Zodiac on Anna Maria Island for month of May. Call (516) 627-2652. BOAT SLIP on Key Royale for rent, between Bar- onet and Concord Lane. Includes electricity and water. Very private area. 778-2003. MY NAME is Sarah, I am 13-years old, and baby sit pets and children. Charge $3 per pet and $5 per child. Call 778-7622 or 778-7611. FULL-TIME PREP and line cook wanted with people/customer skills for open kitchen. Also hiring host/server with fine dining experience. Will train. Call Chef Damon at Ooh La La!, 778-5320. HELP WANTED for all positions, all shifts, especially breakfast. Apply in person at Rotten Ralph's Water- front Restaurant, or call 778-3953. .. o R .1 apartment with 136 sq. ft. screen room: 810 sfla 2BR/1BA rear downstairs apartment. Parking for six in rear via alley. $530,000. A Doug Dowling Realty 409 Pine Ave. Anna Maria, Fl 34216 Phone & Fax: (941) 778-1222 E-Mail: dougdowling@earthlink.net www.dougdowling.com BY LAND or BY SEA! Karen M.Johnson & Captain Jeff Braaten 778-0176 Thinking of buying or selling your home? Let our team work for you ... from the Island to the country and from Terra Ceia to Sarasota Bay. OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY MARCH 17 1-3 ANNA MARIA ISLAND 308 58th St. 4BR/3.5BA, 1,984 sq.ft., pool. Walk to the beach and your deeded boat slip. $349,900. % RVA4BK Gulfstream Realty ENJOY YOUR PRIVATE SUNSETS from your new home on this wonderful Gulffront lot. Why settle for less with an older remodeled-home when brand new with'your own ideas is possible. Priced affordably for direct Gulffront with riparian rights and cleared building lot. $949,500. Additional details available. SSince MARIE 01 LIC. REAL ESTATE FRANKLIN REALTY BROKER "We ARE the Island." 9805 Gulf Drive PO Box 835 Anna Maria, Florida 34216 1-800-845-9573 (941) 778-2259 Fax (941) 778-2250 THE ISLANDER 0 MARCH 13, 2002 0 PAGE 13B HELPWANEctndHPANDIC PART-TIME ISLANDER REPORTER: Journalism skills a must. Computer literate. Independent worker. Resumes: E-mail news@ islander.org, or fax 778-9392, or mail/deliver to The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach FL 34217. 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 Historical Museum, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. WE NEED YOU! Call 778-0492. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for Tingley Memorial Li- brary. Three and six hour shifts. 779-1208 or 778- 6247. ART DIRECTOR/DESIGNER: Advertising layout and design for weekly newspaper, some Web site production. 30 to 40 hours per week. Work Monday through Friday, and Saturday, half day. Sunday and Tuesday off. Qualifications include: computer graphics, advertising layout and design, PhotoShop, Illustrator and Pagemaker proficient. Macintosh en- vironment. Associate's Degree or Technical School Certificate preferred. Resumes: E-mail news@ islander.org, or fax 778-9392, or mail/deliver to The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach FL 34217. SERVERS, COOKS, staff for day and evening shifts. Caf6 Don Giovanni in Longboat Key. Call 383-0013. PART-TIME SALES clerk position available at Bradenton Beach gift shop. Meet people from around the world. Evening/weekend hours avail- able. Retirees welcome. Call 778-8607. HOUSEKEEPER/NANNY in northwest Bradenton for happy, non-smoking household. Must be ener- getic, organized and experienced in managing a household and love children. Driver's license nec- essary. References a must. Please write: House- keeper, PO Box 14522, Bradenton FL 34209. We're not new to real estate on the Island ... 12rPRO.': E S ... we're just new to the neighborhood! Stop by our new office 315 58th St., Suite F, Holmes Beach (Behind the Garden Center) (941) 779-1995 EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS! Seasonal and Annual Rentals (941) 778-6066 TOLL FREE 800-865-0800 6101 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach FL 34217 BEACH LIVING. Need manager to live in Holmes Beach to manage three units, starting April 1. Retired couples welcome. Non smoking, no pets, 778-7324. VERY PART-TIME Fridays from 8am to noon. Must have good computer, bookkeeping, organization and filing skills. $10/hour on 1099. Call 778-4611. BRADENTON BEACH: Help wanted, part-time. Must have good public relation skills. Retirees wel- come. Please call 778-5983. PART-TIME SALES clerk position available at Bradenton Beach Gift Shop, meet people from around the world. Evening/weekend hours avail- able. Retirees welcome. Call 778-8607. GULF-BAY REALTY is in need of sales associates. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-estab- lished, growth-oriented business in a great location. Robin Kollar, Licensed Real Estate Broker, 778-7244. RESEARCH ASSISTANT: Island-based marketing company seeks college graduate to help in all as- pects of project management. Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint required. Mail resume to Phil Balducci & Associates Inc, PO Box 628, Anna Maria FL 34216. Please do not re- spond in person or by phone. HELP WANTED: Experienced breakfast cook; lunch and dinner line cook; prep and dishwasher. Experience pays at Bridge Street Pier & Cafe. In- surance available. 779-1706. HOMEMAKER/COMPANION. Experienced, com- passionate caregiver will provide in-home care with full range of services. 2 to 24-hour shifts available. Excellent references, call Harriet, 761-0142. NO BOGUS out-of-state, work-at-home, scam ad- vertising in The Islander. Never had it, never will. All local, all the time. serving Anna Maria Island since 1992. v DIAL DARCIE DUNCAN! E Your Real Estate Specialist 941-779-0304 1866-779-0304 www teamduncan.com SNCAN Beautiful canalfront lot in Anna Maria. _Patricia Stabler, Lic. Real Estate Broker Granny's Beach Vacation Inc. 409 Pine Ave., Anna Maria 778-0123 e-mail: PatStaebler@aol.com MAN WITH SHOVEL Plantings, natives, patio gar- dens, trimming, clean-up, edgings, more. Hard-work- ing and responsible. Excellent references. Edward 778-3222. LET US DRIVE YOU! Shopping, medical appoint- ments, airports, cruise ports. Flat rates. Sunshine Cab. Serving the Islands. 778-5476. COMPUTER TRAINING: Microsoft-certified systems engineer offers in-home computer training. Basic to advanced training for software, Internet, e-mail, digi- tal photography, QuickBooks set-up/training. Install software programs, hardware. Serving Longboat, Anna Maria. E-mail: AMIComputerTutor@aol.com. Call 778-9436, cell 704-7662. ISLANDER CLASSIFIEDS- The best news in town and the best results from classified ads and service advertising! FURNITURE UPHOLSTERY, cushions, etc. Repair and restoring antique specialist. Island Upholstery. 121 Bridge St. Free estimates. 778-4335. COMPUTER OBEDIENCE TRAINING. Is your com- puter misbehaving? Certified computer service and private lessons. Special $15 per hour-- free advice. 545-7508 ISLAND PRESSURE CLEANING for great results, wash away mildew, dirt and salt. Thorough, reason- able and reliable. Free estimates, licensed and in- sured. 778-0944. LICENSED COMPUTER SPECIALIST. Available evening, weekend. For any computer needs, hard- ware, software, network, commercial, private. Call 778-8473. THIRTY YEARS craftsman experience. Interior, ex- terior, doors, stairs, windows and trim. Have sawmill, will travel. 745-1043 Dan Michael, master carpenter. arina Pointe Realty Co. 314 Pine Avenue Anna Maria (941) 779-0732 Toll Free: (866) 779-0732 GULF COAST REAL ESTATE (941) 795-3500 Licensed Real Estate Brokers offering full service including multiple listing service (MLS). Looking for the perfect gift? The Islander Friends and family that live afar will surely appreciate keeping in touch with what's happening on Anna Maria - it's like a letter from home. Keep in touch with a gift subscription. You can charge your subscription to MasterCard or Visa by phone or visit us at 5404 Marina Drive, Island Shopping Center, Holmes Beach. INVESTMENT PROPERTY SEMINAR hosted by Wagner Realty Have you ever thought of owning investment property? Let Wagner Realty tell you how easy it can be! Please join us ... for valuable information & refreshments. Wednesday March 13 3 -5 PM At the Clubhouse at Runaway Bay 1801 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach RSVP to Ruth at 778-2246 by March 11 i; AaS1_ 1 xa gj_ AJ j_-_-- ' 1; 11 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- - S single-family homes from the $170's, including homesites. S Island lifestyle with \W ATCH off-Island convenience! Just a five-minute ride to the beach! OPEN DAILY 12-5 PM . Directions: Cortez Road to 56th St. W., turn south on 86th St. W. Entrance to Heron's Watch is 1/2 mile on the right. QUALITY BUILDERS INC. For information call 778-7127 PAGE 14B C MARCH 13, 2p0E,1TIE ,ISLANDER TAMBOURINE LESSONS! Also available: flute, saxophone, clarinet lessons. Beginning to ad- vanced. Contact Koko Ray, 792-0160. DELPONTES' CLEANING SERVICE Residential and commercial cleaning. Weekly and biweekly schedules now available. Call today for free esti- mate. 792-7613 or 518-3406. NOTARY PUBLIC, CIVIL marriages and renewal of wedding vows. Sunset beach setting or wherever. Norman R. Veenstra, 778-5834. -"CLEAN WINDOWS" Wouldn't that be nice? We'll make your glass gleam. Chris's Window Cleaning. Local, licensed, insured. 725-0399. TREE TRIMMING and hauling. Great rates, free estimates. Call Wes, 727-1076. PUT YOUR HOUSEWORK in my hands! Residen- tial and commercial cleaning. Free estimates. All work guaranteed. Call Laureen at "Supreme Klean" 753-6843. MASSAGE THERAPY Coastal Massage Therapy. Home visits. Call 753-7766. License #MA34584. INCOME TAX SERVICE: Individuals and small busi- nesses. All states. Ohio and Michigan our special- ties. Call Pat, Kenney Tax Service, 761-8156. PROPERTY CARETAKER. I will look after your resi- dential, rental or commercial property, whether you are at home or away, in terms of security, regular upkeep, light maintenance, tidiness, etc. Depend- able. References. Call 778-7462. BUY IT, SELL IT. FAST. Do it in The Islander. Top 10 Things to Do When Buying or Selling a Home. #1 Call Piroska Kallay Planck, She'll take care of the other 9. f ]Call Piroska Kallay Planck at 778-2261 4-. a c a RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE, INC. After hours 778-3778 Fax: 778-7944 (800) 422-6325 3614 East Bay Drive Piroska Kallay Planck Holmes Beach, FL 34217 An independently owned and operated member of Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation if $50,000 LOOKING TO GO EAST? Want to enjoy the beauty of country life? This 6.78 acre country home site on SR 64, east of 1-75, will fit the bill. Oak trees, wildlife and privacy! IB76303. $339,900 ABSOLUTELY ADORABLE S-2BR beach cottage with attached garage, completely _ R_ renovated and only one block to the beach. One ofra kind! IB81214. $289,000 HARD TO FIND FOUR BEDROOM CONDO Do you have family and guests visit? This unit is ideal! Rare 4BR/3BA furnished unit at Sunbow Bay. Unit overlooks lagoon. Enclosed carport, heated pool and tennis. Close to beaches and shopping. IB77766. Pat Thompson, eves. 778-6439. 6016 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton (941) 778-0766 (800) 778-8448 Visit our website at www.ArvidaRealty.com MR. BILL'S HOME REPAIR/maintenance service. Over 30 years experience, self-employed in construc- tion trades. "I'm handy to have around." 779-9666. KATHY AND MIKE'S CLEANING SERVICE. The Island's cleaning pros now accepting new clients for all your interior and exterior cleaning needs. 722-4358. NADIA'S EUROSAGE now accepting new massage clients. Caring for residents and visitors on Anna Maria Island for more than eight years. Call today for an appointment, 795-0887. MA#0017550. HOUSE CLEANING. Permanent: weekly or bi- weekly. Experienced, reliable. Call for a free esti- mate and ask for Silvia, 723-3874. CAR SERVICE! Competitive rates. None extra for early/late pickups. Tampa $75. Free local quotes. 24/7 Saylor Sedan 685-3233. MIKE'S WINDOW CLEANING SERVICE. Profes- sional window cleaning at its best. Great rates, ex- cellent references. 722-4358 CONNIE'S LANDSCAPING and Lawn Mainte- nance. Residential and commercial. Full-service lawn maintenance, clean-ups, tree trimming, haul- ing, Xeriscape. Island resident. Excellent refer- ences. 778-5294. ISLAND LAWN SPRINKLER service and repair. If it is broken, we can fix it. Free estimates. Senior dis- count. Call 778-2581 or 713-0676. JR'S LANDSCAPING AND MAINTENANCE Lawns, native plants, mulching, trimming, hauling, cleanup. Island resident 25 years. Call 778-6508. LOWEST PRICED CONDO IN PERICO BAY! i 2BR/2BA with magnificent S water views. New ceramic tile throughout, all new appli- ances. updated kitchen and baths. Beautifully decorated and turnkey furnished. Heated pool, Jacuzzi and tennis courts! $198,000. Call Sue Carlson 779-0733 or 720-2242 4 413 Pine Ave. Anna Maria . NEW CONSTRUCTION THE VILLAGE AT HOLMES BEACH LUXURY CONDO TOWNHOUSES MODEL NOW OPEN 3800 6th Avenue, Holmes Beach 3BR/2BA 1,700 sq.ft. Living Area Heated Pool Large Private Garage Elevator Available Steps to Beach/Shopping Starting at $375,000 Developer Pays Closing Costs The Village at Holmes Beach Development, LLC Call: Jon Tipton, 941-779-9464 VISIT US AT WWVW.ABOUTTIIEVILLAGES.COM Planning & Design General Contractor AA0002335 CGC012070 PROFESSIONAL LANDSCAPE DESIGN and in- stallation. 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. GILLIS & GILLIS ENT. Crushed, washed shell, top- soil, landscaping services. We install shell drive- ways. Serving Sarasota and Keys since 1978. Fully licensed and insured. 753-2954 or 376-2954, cell. SHELL DELIVERED and spread. $27/yard. Hauling: all kinds of gravel, mulch, top soil with free esti- mates. Call Larry at 795-7775, cell 720-0770. TREES BY BREEZE. Landscapes, tree trimming, tree removal, and property maintenance since 1988. Check-a-Home service, Island resident. Call Chris, 778-2837. STRAIGHT SHOT LANDSCAPING. Installations, clean-ups, pruning, irrigation, trees, edging, rip-rap, mulch, rock, patios, shell, seawall fill. Reliable and insured. 727-5066. VAN-GO PAINTING residential/commercial, interior/ exterior, pressure cleaning, wallpaper. Island refer- ences. Dan or Bill, 795-5100 or cell 809-3100. JOE UNGVARSKY CONSTRUCTION Remodeling contractors. In-house plan designs. State licensed and insured. Many Island references. 778-2993. Lic# CRC 035261. INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR PAINTING free esti- mates. 35-year Island resident. Call Jim Bickal at 778-1730. Buying? Selling? Renting? We're here to help - Just give us a call! MILS Serving the Islanrd since 1970' 1 i Hannerle f Moore REALTORS ONE OF THE KEY'S NATURAL RESOURCES KEY WEST-STYLE HOME IN ANNA MARIA Anna Maria is the spectacular backdrop for this charming, new Key West-style 4 bedroom home that is nestled on a canal just 1 1/2 blocks from a white sandy beach. Picture this - warm summer breezes, lush Florida fauna, a beautiful yellow exterior with bright white trim, soft island colored interior paint, Bimini shutters, warm hardwood floors, soar- ing ceilings, screened Florida room, a sumptuous master suite, maple cabinetry and a boat dock with lift. Go to www.hannerle.com for a virtual tour. $875,000. Call Hannerle Moore at: Bus. (941) 383-6411 Res. (941) 778-1096 Mobile (941) 302-8537 800-910-8728 Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate, Inc. 201 Gulf of Mexico Dr., Suite 1, Longboat Key, FL 34228 TH9E ISLA 6R` M RMAARCH 13, 2002 U iAGE 15B CHRISTIE'S PLUMBING Island and off-Island ser- vice since 1975. Repairs and new construction. Free estimates, no overtime charges. Now certify- ing back flow at water meters. (FL#RF0038118) 778-3924 or 778-4461. MIKE McCALEB, ARCHITECT, P.A. 10-year Island resident, 25 years experience. Remodels, new homes, commercial. FEMA, DEP, waterfront. #AR- 0014004. 778-5560. B&D SEAMLESS aluminum gutters, 5 or 6 inch available. Insured, free estimates. Dean Guth, owner and operator, 729-0619. TILE TILE TILE. All variations of ceramic tile sup- plied and installed. Quality workmanship, prompt, re- liable, many Island references. Call Neil, 726-3077. GRIFFITHS' ISLAND PAINT/ paper services: Inte- rior/exterior painting, pressure washing and wallpa- per. For prompt, reliable service at reasonable rates, call Kevin at 778-2996. Husband/wife team. ROOFING REPAIRS and replacements. Remodeling, repairs, additions, screen rooms, kitchens, baths. Free estimates. Lic#CGC061519, #CCC057977, #PE0020374. Insured. Call 720-0794. 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE, highly skilled, depend- able restoration/renovation expert, carpenter, fine finishing contractor. Kitchen/bathroom specialist. Repairs, painting. Paul Beauregard, 779-2294. WINDOW SHADES, BLINDS, shutters and more by Hunter Douglas and major manufacturers. Call Is- land resident Keith Barnett for a free in-home con- sultation. 941-778-3526 or 730-0516. KEN & TINA DBA Griffin's Home Improvements. Handyman, fine woodwork, countertops, cabinets and shutters. Insured and licensed, 748-4711. MASON with 25-years experience. Glass, block, cinderblock, brick, tile. Walls built and repaired. Cement repairs. Chris, 795-3034 TILE, CARPET, LAMINATE supplied and installed. Why pay retail? Island resident, many references. Free estimates, prompt service. Steve Allen Floor Coverings. 383-5381, or 726-1802. WINDOW AND DOOR SILLS. Have cracked, crum- bling, broken cement sills? Will rebuild all sills promptly. 25-years experience. Chris, 795-3034. BAYSIDE ROOFING. Roof repair specialists. Re- Roofs! New Roofs! Tile replacement! All work guar- anteed! RC0042064. 366-9606 HOME IMPROVEMENT: repairs, paint, general re- pairs, carpentry, drywall, popcorn. Rotten wood and soffit repairs, bi-folds, vinyl siding, aluminum. Mold- ing, wainscoting. A.J. Winters, 713-1921. ANNUAL RENTALS, several to choose from. Big ones, small ones, and one just right for you. Mike Norman Realty, 778-6696. BAYFRONT COTTAGES with docks. Turnkey, beautiful views, breezy, quiet area, No pets, non- smoking. Priced from $1,200/month, $450/week. 941-794-5980. www.divefish.com. CANALFRONT HOME. 2BR/1.5BA recently totally renovated with new kitchen, baths and more. New dock and lift, large fenced yard, pets welcome. Sea- sonal/monthly. $2,750/month. (813) 258-6405. 3BR/3BA HOLMES BEACH townhouse. Beautiful decor, great location close to beach, overlooking nature preserve. Heated pool, washer/dryer, ga- rage, more! 713-0096. SPACIOUS WATERFRONT upper with dock. Pan- oramic view. Furnished Key West style. Pet consid- ered. Also, renting for year 2003. $2,300/month. 794-5980. SEASONAL WITH BOAT dock. Holmes Beach, beautifully furnished 2BR/2BA, balcony, screen porch, garage. Tropical and private. $750/week, $2,400/month. 776-1789. BEACHFRONT: Next season, Anna Maria. 869 N. Shore Drive. Just remodeled 2BR/2BA with incred- ible view. Available December 2002 through April 2003, minimum 3 months. $3,500/month. 778-3645. NEW! SPACIOUS 2BR/2BA overlooks Sarasota Bay. Private balcony, washer/dryer, cathedral ceil- ings. $575/week, $1,950/month. Ask about off sea- son and 2003 rates! 761-7684. ANNUAL ONLY 1BR/1BA, directly on Gulf in Bradenton Beach. $1,000/month, assurity/security required with contract. 792-2779. HOLMES BEACH SPECIAL Spacious 2BR, $475/ week, now through Dec. 10, 2002. 779-9549. BAYVIEW 2BR ground-floor, nice, quiet. Beautiful view. Steps to Gulf. Fully furnished. Nonsmoking, 'no pets. $895/month. 778-7107. Got a fish ,story? Photo? The Islander Fish stories and photos of your catch are always welcome at The Islander. Photos are returned. Label with names, catch, etc. Phone contact. 941-775-7978. CUSTOM WATERFRONT HOME This spacious 3BR/2.5BA custom waterfront home offers a southeast exposure on a pro- tected canal With easy no-bridge access to the bay. The location is a very short walk to the bay, post office and pier. The home fea- S ;i tures double pane windows and sliding glass doors with security film, extra insulation, AI large screened decks, a private master suite 111 p I, '-'- on upper level with views of bay and Gulf iil.lNll I from another deck. Electric and water are at ill the dock as is a 12,000-lb. boatlift. Priced to -II sell at $695,000. Call for appointment. . . Robert L. Loomis - Lic. Real Estate Broker Phone (941) 779-9200 - Cell (941) 704-0489 "/The best value on the Island just got better!" Take your choice of only five remaining units at an unbelievable price of only $279,000. These upscale investment-grade properties will not last long at this asking price. Showings and offers taken at our Open House, Sat & Sun, 1-4 pm, at The Terrace, 3100 Gulf Drive. If you are unable to attend, please call for an appointment to view this exceptional investment opportunity. JIrCLAN ---" VACATION r- PROPERTIE., LLC SALES AND RENTALS 3001 Gulf Drive* Holmes Beach, FL 34217 941.778.6849 1.800.778.9599 www.islandvacationproperties.com or rentals@islandvacationproperties.com ^*^^ ^^- - -_-_ -- -^- ^^^ ^^^_ ^^^ ^__ ___ ____ ^__ ___ ^ 01 2217 Gulf Drive North Bradenton Beach, Florida 34217 778-2246 800-211-2323 PAGE 16B U MARCH 13, 2002 N THE ISLANDER Commercial Residential Free Estimates SndLawn Mowing Trimming Edging Lawn Hauling By the cut or by the month. We Monitor Irrigation Systems 11Service INSURED GUARANTEED LOWEST 778.1345 PRICES AND SATISFACTION Established in 1983 @@N@T(aU@'[@fN STATE LICENSED & INSURED @@Ks@TIU@T0@LN CRC 035261 EXPERIENCED @@M@V U@T0@N JOE UNGVARSKY CONSTRUCTION CONSTRUCTION Remodeling Contractors CONSTRUCTION In-house plan designs @@(aTUTD@G3 Building Anna Maria since 1975 @@NM@TU@T!@N (941) 778-2993 Residential Commercial Check our references: "Quality work at a reasonable 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 Water Damaged Drywall Tiling Painting HAND AND SPRAY TEXTURE Clean, Honest, Reliable More than 20 years experience SFred 752-7758 Cellular 545-6141 A SEASCAPE PAINTING Residential Interior Exterior Pressure Washing Roof Coating Insured 29 Years Experience Rick Tanner. 941-798-6985 4203 76th St. W., Bradention, FL 34209 Advertising works fast in The Islander. AJILR COND IT N LJ SINCE 1982 AIR CONDITIONING PLUMBING MAAE SALBUIES FTE ER 12-Mon Guarant 2-Month guarantee ee Gi CUSTOM MADE INDOOR WEATHER 778-0773 LIC #Caco 56298 LIC #RF 0047797 0 0 0 0 0* r.- CLIP AND SAVE o'- WATERING RESTRICTIONS Rules in effect for Manatee County: > Lawn and landscape watering is limited to two days a week. 00* *0 *0 *0 0 > Addresses ending in even numbers (or A M): Tuesday and Saturday. > Addresses ending in odd numbers (or ): Z Wednesday and Sunday. >- Irrigation not allowed from-'I1 a.nm. td4pfm. * Irrigation with ireaied wastewate iaIloM arfy time.) ( . > Owners can wash their vehicles anytime as long : as they use a.harid-hfeld.hhqsevitih a sfIt-firoUle * (Pull the car on the lawn to wash) -.' ". > Rinsing boats and flushing of boat motors is al- lowed for ten minutes daily. > Hand-watering of plants, NOT LAWNS, is permit- ted any day. - Questions or comments? Call the Southwest Florida Water Management District (Swiftmud) toll-free: 1-800-423-1476. * 0 0 0 0 0 *0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0000 O*0 00000 0 th 1: SEASONAL 2BR/2BA Island home, tile floors, near bay and beach. Available April thru December. Low rates. Edgar2941 @aol.com or (859) 576-2451. ANNUAL RENTALS: Spacious 2BR/1.5BA, Holmes Beach, $850/month; 2BR/2BA Anna Maria, $750/ month; 3BR/2BA home on Bimini Bay, $1,300/ month. Call Fran Maxon Real Estate, 778-2307. 1BR HOUSE CORTEZ Village. $600/month, plus utilities. First/last/security. No pets, non-smoking. 795-0466. BEAUTIFULLY FURNISHED 1 BR/1 BA, across from beach. Utilities included, cable and VCR. Monthly or weekly. 778-8211. ANNUAL GULFFRONT PRIVATE beach. Great view. Newly remodeled, 2BR/2BA. Tile and hard- wood floors, vaulted ceiling, skylight, washer/dryer, decks. Beautiful, must see! $1,250/month. 778- 1086. ANNUAL OR SIX months. Spacious 1 BR, 200 feet to beach. Furnished, private, quiet. $825/month, in- cludes electric, cable television. Available April 6. 778-8571. ANNUAL 2BR plus apartment. Ground floor with garage. Spacious and private. Available March 1. $850/month. Call 778-3006. VACATION RENTAL 2BR/1BA, $1,800/month. Walk to beach, fine restaurants and shopping. 202 56th St., Holmes Beach. 778-3875 or 737-8931. ANNUAL RENTAL Holmes Beach, 2BR/1.5BA, ap- pliances. No pets. Available now. $700/month, plus utilities. Call 778-0032. ROOMS FOR RENT: $550/month, plus $400 secu- rity, 778-3938. ATTENTION SEASONAL RENTERS! Beautiful modern 2BR/1BA elevated home on canal in Holmes Beach. Newly renovated, upscale furnish- ings and appliances with washer/dryer, private out- door shower, patio and dock. $2,500/month. 216 S. Harbor Drive. Call (813) 971-7999 (day), (813) 920- 3845 (evenings). INDULGE YOURSELF. Spend the summer in para- dise. Gulffront beach house has front and rear decks, central air conditioning, new decor. 1BR/ 1BA, turnkey. June through October, $900/month, five-month minimum. 779-0095. LARGE ANNUAL 2BR/2BA. Duplex, carport, stor- age room, washer/dryer hook up. Glimpse of Gulf. $875/month. Available April 1. 941-625-2889. GULFFRONT CONDO: 2BR/2BA, new rental, im- maculate. Available April 1. Pool, tennis, cable tele- vision, elevator. Walk to shopping, restaurants and more. 778-6288. WHAT A VIEW! Gulffront one-half duplex for rent. Just steps to beach. Completely furnished, no pets. $850/month, plus utilities and cable television. (407) 595-4015. ANNUAL UNFURNISHED Bradenton Beach studio apartment for one person. $485/month includes water. $485 security deposit. (941) 321-7373 or (813) 659-0370. * 2BR/2BA ELEVATED OVER CARPORT. All ameni- * ties and on the lake. No pets. $850/month, annual - rental. 952-1592. BEAUTIFULLY FURNISHED 3BR/2BA canalfront home. Available April-December 2002 $1,500/ month, plus utilities and taxes, and 2003 season $2,800/month. 920-1558 or 485-1373. HOLMES BEACH: 3BR/2BA with garage and large canalfront Iot. Annual, $1,200/month. Owner: 545- 6118 or 792-6029. ANNUAL RENTAL: Steps to beach, beautiful 2BR/ 2BA half of duplex with new kitchen. Dishwasher, washer/dryer hook up, tile floors, Florida room. Dolores Baker Realty, 778-7500. ANNUAL RENTALS available. 1BR and 2BR units. Close to Gulf. Rates from $600 to $1,600/month. First, last, security required. Call Island Real Estate, 778-6066. BRADENTON BEACH: Quiet updated 2BR/2BA condo on Intracoastal with boat dock. Just across from Gulf. January-March: $3,200/month. 752-3632. DUPLEX: 1BR/1BA annual rental, cute and cozy. Just blocks to the beach. Available immediately. May accept small pet with deposit. $525/month. Call Wagner Realty Rentals, 778-2246. ANNUAL HOLMES BEACH rentals: 2BR/2BA, tile floors and small storage, $725/month. 2BR/2BA, tile floors, stackable washer/dryer hook up. Close to beach, $725/month. 1 BR/1 BA, $600/month. Dolores Baker Realty, 778-7500. Custom Painting Wallpaper Hanging Interior/Exterior Design J ..' ', Pressure Cleaning Call Bill or Dan 941 795-5100 Licensed & Insured ISLAND LUMBER ANo HARDWARE 213 54th St., Holmes Beach 778-3082 OPEN: MONDAY thru FRIDAY 7:30 to 5 SATURDAY 8 to 12 .si l T IslanvA Custom Tops Complete Corian Counter Top Service ,Q Commercial Residential -l i Dupont Certified Dave Spicer 778-2010 "aa Maria Storage Only a few spots left! 74/ S 4x3 Pine Avenue 778-5354 ARMOND P. BISHOP LIGHT CONSTRUCTION SERVICES WOODWORKING & CABINETRY PAINTING PAPER HANGING CERAMIC TILE Phone: 941-756-2146 Cell: 941-504-7701 LICENSED AND INSURED Paver Brick Store 8208 Corttez Road W., Bradenton 34210 Tel: 794-6504 Fax: 794-9915 Concrete Paver Sales & Installation Pool Deck, Patio & Driveway Renovations ANWESTOFE.6 UZL S I G H S P IT A P AIT S S N E S S I E STORE W A C ADEMII A ASTERN T A OEJB 0 NUMJ R I C KJE Y PA W ED S TAIR LIE SS S K EDIS E MO0N A TE LL 0 AM I S WIAH I NES C OB WI EJ SALAD STA Y I N U E M NJON H EIRIO ER M LAISSO0 FLAB W E E Im N D E DE KI F J 0RU A M EN ERA S A FIAIR I msOAKE S C ENTSETME N IES AH- ENRE FOR T H E T WE AK I NG sco TR I -PODO XIE N WHA A I A'- STAC S R-0 L L E A L WEET FORMAT I OIN XoUT MAI R LIO H I S ENT R E T W B A E NIT R E E T WE ED- KO P PE L S U M -A T R P EE R -E-W--E-R- ONAN E- C 0L E- MA E T I ME BIRADSNEWESTSOUP L UCIIA A T TE N D L AC E NTO E L E C T D E AR L Y S K ND E E P DA DAS A NDER CLA S 9SEDS] MARIANNE CORRELL, REALTOR 1SLANqD, CONDO AND DUPLE: SPECIALIST "Personal Service is My First Name!" lo!. AI (941) 778-6066 * 0 *0 0 0 0 S 0, *0 *0 0 *0 *0 0 0* * 0 I 4 ISLNDE C ASSIIED SUNBOW BAY: 2BR/2BA annual rental. Great com- plex on the bay with tennis, swimming pools and more. $875/month. One small pet allowed with de- posit. Call Wagner Realty Rentals, 778-2246. ROOM FOR RENT monthly. Furnished, utilities and housekeeping included. 779-0322. FURNISHED 2BR/1 BA duplex on the bay available as annual rental. Boat dock and fabulous views. $1,375/month, includes some utilities. Available April 6. Call Wagner Realty Rentals, 778-2246. FULLY FURNISHED 2BR/2BA condos in quiet four- unit complex. Available January to March 2003. Close to Duffy's, Manatee Public Beach and Publix. Pool, washer/dryer, garage. 778-4560 or 920-4539. 2BR BAYOU Condo on water with dock. Available for April. $1,700/month. Call 778-7642, or Betsy Hills Real Estate, 778-2291. AVAILABLE FALL 2002: ground-floor 2BR/1 BA near Rod & Reel Pier, 150 feet to bay, all amenities, re- cently updated. $1,500/month. 387-8610. BRADENTON BEACH: Furnished 2BR/2BA with garage and washer/dryer. Central air conditioning. Season 2003, March or April 2003. 778-5208. UNIQUE GULF BEACH HOUSE: 3BR/3BA, Florida room, fully furnished. Dishwasher, washer/dryer, Great views and beach. Prefer annual rental. 778-5263. AUCTION SIX waterfront properties! Homes and lots, most on deep sailboat water, all close to bay and Gulf. (800) 246-4882. BEACHFRONT: Prestigious North Shore Drive 2BR/ 2BA, newly remodeled home with incredible pan- oramic beach view from one of two decks. All new appliances, carpet, tile, doors, indoor/outdoor paint, blinds and much more. $899,000. 778-3645. LOT west of Gulf Drive, $165,000. Close to school. Information on-site at 4806 Gulf Drive, or call Robinson Properties 778-4523 or (800) 977-0803. CONDO WITH FULL WATERVIEW. Top floor, 2BR/ 2BA, completely furnished for convenience of buyer. $269,000. Boat docks, fishing, tennis and two heated pools. Across street from all shopping, next to doctors, one and half blocks to beach. Under building parking, elevators and garden paradise. 778-1120. GULFFRONT 2BR/2BA condo, $405,000. 5300 Gulf Drive, Martinique North, unit #102. Robinson Properties, 778-4523 or (800) 977-0803. Perico Bay Club: Lowest priced condo at $198,000! 2BR/2BA completely redone with brand new appli- ances, ceramic tile, California closets, and more! All new turnkey furnished. Contact Sue Carlson at Morgan-Lewis Realty, 779-0733. GULFVIEW BUILDING LOT 50 by 100 feet. $349,000. Sale or trade for Island property. 3014 Ave. E., Holmes Beach. Owner, 798-3885. 6006 GULF DRIVE Gulffront complex at the Playa Encantada on Holmes Beach. 2BR/2BA, completely remodeled and tastefully decorated. Call owner, 778-2145. PALMA SOLA PARK 3BR/2BA/2-car garage. Re- modeled executive home. Lushly landscaped with unique private pool area. A must see! Call Dan at 795-5100 for appointment. TOWNHOUSE in Flamingo Cay. 2BR/2BA, on ca- nal, boat dock, close to Island beaches. Drive by 10125 Manatee West, $149,900. 792-0709. OPEN HOUSE Sunday, March 17, 1-4pm. 3BR/2BA with two-car garage. Immediate availability, 792- 5372. 11324 Perico Isle Circle. Owner, 792-5372. HOUSE FOR SALE by owner. 3BR/2BA with living and dining rooms, screened-in porch. Two-car ga- rage recently remodeled into studio/workshop with spacious laundry room with new cabinets, counters, etc. $350,000 firm. 214 84th St., Holmes Beach. Se- rious buyers only, call 779-9799. FIND THE BEST deals, and find them first in The Is- lander, the best read newspaper on Anna Maria. 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FAX (941) 778-9392. USE THIS FORM FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE: One word per blank space for minimum charge -21 words. ------------------------------------------------------------ 2 3 Run issue date(s) Amt. pd Date Please indicate: Ck. No. or Cash For credit card payment:J [O1 1 = No. Exp. Date Name shown on card: _________ Billing address zip code: House no. or post office box no. on bill _ 5404 Marina Drive li FaxPhone: 941 778-7978 Holmes Beach FL 34217 P 8E-mail news@islander.org L------------------------------------------ THE ISLANDER N MARCH 13, 2002 0 PAGE 17B P.ffJVTI/VG6V affEAie/frev6aneffI "Professional Excellence" Residential-Commercial Interior & Exterior Serving the Islands since 1969. 778-5594 After 5 Call Licensed and Insured 7 -5 778-3468 Advertising works fast in The Islander. NU-Weatherside of Florida CLAC286523 SINCE 1948 WINDOW REPLACEMENT 778-7074 Financing Available ADINA HIUSAK Wagner Realty Ich spreche Deutsch _ Call me to find your dream home. (941) 778-2246 (800) 211-2323 Jeff s Rescreen Pool Cages Porches Repairs Serving Anna Maria & Longboat Key Free Estimates 17-Years Experience 704-7590 Lic#MC0195 e.r NuOW UcnRTIYrINu BAI FLOWS AT WATER METERS = I RESIDENTIAL / COMMERCIAL I . REPAIRS & REMODELING NEW CONSTRUCTION EMERGENCY SERVICE FREE ESTIMATES WATER HEATERS SEWER & DRAIN CLEANING BACK FLOW DIVISION WE SPECIALIZE IN REPAIRS! \4 Residential Commercial -\-4 Restaurant '-U4 Mobile Home ^-%. Condo Assoc. *\-.. Vac and Intercom %4W Lightning Repair Service Upgrades COMMUNITY ELECTRIC David Parrish Owner Lic # ER0006385 -792-5207 Serving the Beaches Since 1978 in a pump as described by Dr. John R. Lee Special Prices Free Tapes with First Purchase (218) 835-4340 wwwpaulbunyan.net/users/mlzeller , Healthcare Professional/Wholesaler Inquiries Welcome I A K 1!_" -' - PAGE 18B 0 MARCH 13, 2002 0 THE ISLANDER 4 SA A RELETT otne rRA SATE Coninued7A -RAL ESATECntne BAYVIEW HOME in remodeling process. Quiet Holmes Beach location. Robinson Properties, 778- 4523 LAST OF THE GOOD DEALS. 2BR condo with boat docks to the Intracoastal. Heated pool, friendly at- mosphere. Steps to Palma Sola Beach. $117,900. By owner/Realtor. Fred T. Flis, Real Estate Mart, 756-1080. RARE TROPICAL ISLAND PARADISE. Want a place just steps to the Gulf beach? Want to be sur- rounded by native-Florida vegetation, palms and fruit Streets? Want the "Old Florida" feel, no high rises or acres of parking lots? Hurry! Because this beach cottage has it all. 3BR/2BA 1,872 square feet, up- dated home with Gulf and bay views. $395,000. Adjacent to 50-by-100-foot lot which is also available for sale. Call Wavecrest Real Estate, (800) 550- 0758. HOLMES BEACH DUPLEX S2 or 3BR/2BA AND 2BR/1BA 2 blocks to beach New windows, sliders, decks and vinyl siding Excellent condition $399,000 Call DeborahZThrasher *0 M Kor Burt Zupa *E 5JJ rin941-360-7777 1 Gulfstream Realty or 778-7777 ( /edebrockOMPANY ^^REAL ESTATE COMPANY r.. HALF OF DUPLEX in Holmes Beach. Beautiful 2BR/2BA, steps to Gulf with permanent beach ac- cess. Eat-in kitchen, washer/dryer hook up. Large deck off living room and kitchen. Large bonus room, new tile and carpet, inside staircase, garage and carport. Total 1,671-square feet. Must see! $224,900, owner, 778-3427. CONDO WITH VIEW of bay and pool. Second floor. Pre-remodeling price, $247,000. Robinson Properties, 778-4523 WESTBAY POINT and Moorings. Condo with view of water, turnkey, carport. 778-6746. WANTED TO BUY: Your house on Holmes Beach, prefer the 200 block. All cash, as is, no realtors. Call Georgia at (352) 588-4613. SALES ASSOCIATES WANTED Island Vacation Properties LLC will be doubling the physical size of its office in the near future and is in need of quality sales associates who are both familiar with real estate sales and the Island of Anna Maria. This is a unique opportunity for career real estate sales personnel to join a growth-oriented firm with a great location and a bright future. Call Ann Caron, Licensed Real Estate Broker 941.778.6849 3224 East Bay Dr. Holmes Beach, Florida 34217 Sales: 941-778-0700 Rentals: 778-6665 1-800-749-6665 www.Wedebrock.com PINE MEADOW CHARMER 919 83rd ST. N.W. Stained glass foyer, vaulted/beamed ceilings and wood-burning fireplace, 3BR/2BA lakefront home. $199,900. Becky Smith or Elfi Starrett, 778-0700. LAUREL OAK PARK 111 86th Ct. NW. Spacious 4BR/ 3BA, three-car garage. Executive home, numerous upgrades, custom features. $369,900. Call Becky Smith or Elfi Starrett, 778-0700. WHAT A BUY! 1614 7th St. W., Palmetto. Huge, two-story 6BR/3BA on large corner lot (three lots). Perfect location, fireplace, screen porch, room for a pool. $209,900. Teresia Bradford, 778-0700. ISLAND DOLL HOUSE WITH BOAT DOCK 7302 Palm Drive. Adorable 2BR house on corner lot, close to beach with 20-foot deeded boat dock. Totally renovated in 1995. This one won't last! $334,500. Ask for Gail Tutewiler, 778-0700. SANDY BEACHES and Gulf views! 807 S. Gulf Drive, Bradenton Beach. Great rental income. Enjoy sunsets from your deck. Close to Bridge Street, shopping and restaurants. $429,000. Barbara Spotelson, 778-0700. SAILBOAT WATER 214 S. Harbor Dr., Holmes Beach. 3BR/2BA with attached garage, fireplace, many modern conveniences. $579,000. Becky Smith or Elfi Starrett, 778-0700. MARTINIQUE SOUTH 5200 Gulf Drive. Direct Gulffront, end unit, 2BR/2BA, with upgraded kitchen, new carpet. Heated pool, tennis, clubhouse. $409,000. Gail Tutewiler, 778-0700. SANDY POINTE BEAUTY 3607 E. Bay Dr. Elevated Island condo, elegantly turnkey furnished. Weekly rentals, pets okay. Bargain at $179,900. Call Gail Tutewiler, 778-0700. FAMILY-SIZED ISLAND HOME 7204 Palm Dr., Holmes'Beach. 4-5BR, Jacuzzi, fenced yard. New roof and appliances! Large lot, deeded boat slip. $479:000. Gail Tutewiler, 778-0700. CANALFRONT CONDO! 2BR/2BA, ground-floor unit at Flamingo Cay. 10423 Waterbird Way. 20-ft. boat dock, new seawall on sailboat water. Upgrades, carport, heated pool, tennis. $151,900. Call Gail Tutewiler, 778-0700. IMPERIAL HOUSE 611 Gulf Dr. Updated 2BR condo, fishing dock, private beach, active clubhouse. You'll love it here. $139,000. Call Gail Tutewiler, 778-0700. BRAND NEW 2BR/2.5BA condo on golf course at beautiful Tobago Hilton on Tobago Island, Trinidad in the Caribbean. 1,694 square feet. Excellent rental market. Asking $229,000, appraised at $241,000. Call Rick at 778-1102 or 727-5873. DEADLINE: MONDAY NOON for Wednesday publication. UP to 21 words for minimum fee of $9 per week. Additional lines $3 each. Box: $3. Ads must be paid in advance. Stop by or mail to 5404 Marina Drive., Holmes Beach FL 34217. We're located next to Ooh La La! in the Island Shopping Center. More information: 778-7978. E-mail: news@islander.org, or fax 941 778 9392. Include credit card information for "secure" transaction. SWAGNEQ REALTY 2217 GCll DQIVI, NOQRTII BI ADEINTON BEACII, ftL 34217 SINCE 1939 HADOLD (SMALL REALTOR Office: (941) 778-2246 Fax (941) 778-4978 Toll Free: (800) 211-2323* Pager (941) 215-5450 Residence: (941) 792-8628 ,. E-mail: haroldsmall@wagnerrealty.com -Ilk ,r ,i.-: ... .. --; .bN- ..... u1.. ..... DISCOVER LUXURY IN MANATEE COUNTY ,. _ ,-_ _._._ _._. _ _- *..... CAPTURE THE BEAUTY : irTe Gult coal in, Irn- VICTORIAN BEAUTY rerm,,ni.ernil o Enrghih garden ,lu,.tel .appoirile,] a,,'ri'' reo ,, r,,-.e !.1.951:000 i.nitria L yr, pnv l, 'Ibl, a1 10000f0 KlhylMarcink Btr n,1 Puirir H311l 749.5981 81308 or SEridy Drapali 748.6300 81.86 PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP .: r,:,.:irug,un, i, urn. , Se.,'' lurnr rierih.. rr:.ie u. il inirule'. lri:.m H,:.lrrie. BE :r' S69 000 ValereI Hlai .1].88120 41r.62 NW BRADENTON W .I B.a,.:u ;uj..ti.:, ,,ir, r,:o ,, io:,r i| e .,,lire i nm i,= Pri, *1, lihn, i '1i 7 11100 D.:.r, . 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THE ISLANDER N MARCH 13, 2002 0 PAGE 19B Simply the Best Screen REAL ESTATE SOF ANNA MARIA eff thayer 778-0455 - Sales Specialist r 730-2810 Mobile SSales Specialist 9906 Gulf Drive jeff@greenreal.com Boyd Realty EST. 1952 "Coconut Cottage" in the Village of Longboat Key. New Renovation! Turnkey Furnished. $369,000 "Think Local, Buy Coastal" 410 22nd St. W. 309 Pine Ave. Bradenton Anna Maria (941) 750-8844 (941) 779-2233 Brenda Boyd May, Broker TOLL FREE: 1(800) 813-7517 Thanks for saying "I saw it in The Islander" ANNA MARIA REAL ESTATE, LLC ClGria-Schorpp" -Helen White Mary Ann Schmidt ISLAND FAMILY HOME 4BR/2BA ini Holmes Beach. Family room, fireplace, eat- in kitchen, deck, outdoor shower, storage/workshop, close to beach and shopping. $429,000. ISLAND VILLAGE 3BR/2BA, professionally decorated condo. Just listed! Turnkey furnished, spacious, heated pool, small pets, tennis, across from beach and close to everything. $294,000. PERICO ISLAND 2BR/2BA Perico Island. Split plan, excellent condi- tion. Screened porch, two-car garage, community pool, tennis, short drive to beach. $225,000. DIRECT GULFFRONT CONDO 3BR/2BA turnkey furnished Gulfplace condo. Walk out to gorgeous white sandy beach in prime Holmes Beach area. Lighted tennis, heated pool and great rental history. Call to view. Exclusively shown. $769,000. L _j Julie Gilstrap-Royal Patti Marijeren ANNUAL RENTALS Perico Bay Club 2BR/2BA villa, pool, garage $1,100 month Runaway Bay 1BR/1BA, pool, tennis $700 month SEASONAL RENTALS Condominiums and Homes Weekly/Monthly from $500 week / $1000 month 779-0202 (800) 732-6434 ANNA MARIA MS LN iiCoast REAL ESTATE, LLC Island Shopping Center 5402 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, Florida 34217 www.suncoastinc.com w-S1 WATERFRONT HOMES l Trevethan Realtor KE"' ROYALE MoVE. Ri6HT- XM.. SPflCOUSL 381-- 6TT IME-Wl'/ REtov-ATED. IMMA(fCLLAT- Ir OLxu. ^ f2,ooo k Ire1 684 Key Royale Dr ......NEW $725,000 Frank Davis 524 72nd St ............NEW $495,000 Broker 2306 Canasta Drive ..... $1,095,000 [ 111 Gull Drive ... Reduced $529,500 632 Key Royale Drive ......... $559,000 MelndaBordes 621 Emerald Lane........... $550,000 Mellnda Bordes Realtor 608 Emerald Lane ........ $525,000 509 68th Street ........... $459,000 621 Concord Lane ....... $499,000 Jl ISLAND HOMES, Realtore CONDOS & LOTS 8803 Gulf Dr ........ NEW$334,700 509 S. Bay Blvd ..............$679,000 1103 Gulf Dr. South ........ $535,000 Bob Fittro Bradenton Beach Club from$500,000 Realtor 409 Spring Ave lot ............ 229,500 Beachwalk Townhomes New Project from ... $434,900 428 Magnolia............... $379,000 Richard Freeman Realtor 409 Bay Palms Drive....... $369,500 2903 Gulf Drive .......... $369,000 4002 6th Ave .............. $389,000 Waters Edge #208N ........ $399,000 Alan Galletto 113 75th St.................... $725,000 Broker/Salesperson Sun Plaza West #106.......... $372,500 214 83rd Street ........... $339,000 5619 Gulf Drive .......... $349,000 Bill Jones 210 83rd Street ........... $345,000 Broker/Salesperson 216 85th Street ........... $324,900 Westbay Pt. & Moorings ...... $319,000 501 70th Street .......... $295,000 2906 Gulf Drive ............. $299,900 Jon Kent Realtor 710 North Shore lot ........ $299,000 ~ 2904 Gulf Drive lot ......... $199,900 DUPLEXES 1703 Gulf Dr. N............ $345,000 Tom Nelson Realtor 405 N. Bay Blvd.............. $629,000 |-p% |204 65th St ................. $299,000 MAINLAND 11332 Perico Isles Cir .. NEW $325,000 Nick Patsios Broker/Salesperson 2418 90th St. NW........ $3,495,000 I1189 Edgewater Cr. ........... $247,500 1206 Spoonbill Landing Cir $227,000 Two waterfront acres ....... $1,500,000 Chris Shaw COMMERCIAL Realtor PROPERTIES Sports Bar & Restauranto.... $129,900 (business only) 1703 Gulf Dr. N............. $495,000 Uir\[Mt LGiULF TRO'T ONe o r ite MDST ECoRGKGOS \/VltSS D ofTt XTSLANO. 3 BR -2.6ft ON Q0oEr STREeT 1 ROLCMES BEcH. 70+ Gulffront rental units with hun- dreds more just steps from the beach. Mike Norman 800-367-1617 R ealty INC 941-778-6696 3101 GULF DRIVE HOLMES BEACH WWW. MIKENORMANREALTY.COM W -- W Im I THIS 4 BR 3.5 BA tHoMe rS coMpLerTEL' ToW K<6Y fRrrlNtsco U/PPOL. C-pO&TEZ. F5~irtiG 'Jiif4C 0IPA Ig 1O 590 8& PP/TfD ot AE- OR^I4 tLNV A X RooA SCeta HVousE S135, ooo Ii,. tlLe -FLOOS TURN4 y uP iS'eD AND r CLASS PtRL- L TiC ioy. 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