Anna Maria Island Sun April, 1, 2026

AMI Moose Lodge hosts beachfront Easter egg hunt

Anna Maria adopts revised commercial beach activity regulations

City officials and city staff are in the process of enacting a new registration program for those who engage in the commercial delivery, set up and removal of temporary shade structures.

BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN REPORTER | jhendricks@amisun.com

ANNA MARIA – The Anna Maria City Commission has updated the city’s recently enacted commercial beach activity regulations that pertain to temporary shade structures (aka rented cabanas, tents and umbrellas).

The revised city regulations that first took effect on March 15 allow certain commercial beach activities to be conducted only in the recreation open space-zoned Gulf Front Park area that extends from the northerly side of

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The commercial delivery, setup and removal of temporary shade structures on public beaches in the city of Anna Maria is now limited to the recreation open space-zoned Gulf Front Park area.

Magnolia Avenue to the southernly side of Oak Avenue in Anna Maria.

According to Mayor Mark Short, as stated on March 12, non-commercially rented temporary shade structures are still allowed in the coastal conservationzoned public beach areas that include

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The Easter egg hunt took place between the beachfront Moose Lodge and the Gulf waters.

BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN REPORTER | jhendricks@amisun.com

BRADENTON BEACH – Anna Maria Island Moose Lodge 2188 held its annual children’s Easter party on Saturday, March 28.

The highlight of the party was the climactic Easter egg hunt that took place in the beach sand between the beachfront lodge and the Gulf. The festivities also included a visit from the Easter Bunny, games and activities, French toast sticks and an Easter cookie for breakfast and candyfilled Easter baskets as parting gifts.

Moose Lodge 2188’s annual children’s Easter party was limited to local and visiting Moose members’ children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other family members. The party began at 10 a.m. and ended around noon.

“Today’s our annual Easter Bunny visit,” Lodge Administrator Byron Dalton said as he watched the children enter. “We’ve got about a hundred children signed up to see the Easter Bunny this year.”

Longtime lodge member Sandra Zenzel is the chairperson for the lodge’s annual children’s Halloween, Christmas and Easter parties.

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Hunters Point canal settlement reached with one defendant

The case involving a 2022 civil lawsuit is scheduled for a jury trial in mid-May.

BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN REPORTER | jhendricks@amisun.com

CORTEZ – One of the defendants, Jacquelyn Shepard, named in a 2022 lawsuit regarding the residential use of the man-made Hunters Point-owned canal has reached a settlement with Cortez Road Investments and Finance Inc. (CRIF) and Hunters Point developer Marshall Gobuty.

Through her Cortez Canal House and Cortez Boat Resort limited liability corporations, Shepard owns the canal-side homes located at 4219 126th Street West and 4223 126th Street West in Cortez.

On Feb. 19, Shepard and CRIF reached a settlement agreement that removes Shepard as a defendant in the case for which a jury trial is scheduled to take place in mid-May before 12th Circuit Judge Charles Sniffen.

Pines Trailer Park HOA says 20 residents remain

A confidential settlement agreement allowed some residents to remain for an undisclosed period of time.

BY LESLIE LAKE SUN REPORTER | llake@amisun.com

BRADENTON BEACH – During the March 19 city commission meeting, Building Official Rob Perry estimated there were only five to seven inhabited mobile homes left in the 86-unit Pines Trailer Park.

Pines Trailer Park Homeowners Association vice-president Rex Geissler disputed Perry’s assertion and emailed The Sun on March 25 saying that number is closer to 20. A once-bustling community, the park now has a handful of residences that appear to be inhabited – with cars in the carports, bicycles outside and plants still blooming. Yet, the majority of the mobile homes are empty and some are in disrepair. There have been reports of squatters entering the empty mobile homes and the police department and the city have been notified.

The Pines Park Investors LLC ownership group announced the closure of the park in January 2025.

Twenty-nine homeowners were served notices of eviction beginning in March 2025. The evictions followed residents withholding

their monthly lot rent payments because of the continued disrepair of the park amenities and park grounds after the 2024 hurricanes. Many of those who were evicted, and numerous other mobile home owners too, surrendered their titles to the park ownership group.

Those who remained benefited from a lawsuit filed on March 28, 2025, by Pines Park HOA in an effort to stop the evictions. The lawsuit was settled on Aug. 8, 2025. The specific settlement terms are confidential, but the agreement allowed some homeowners to remain at the park for an undisclosed additional time period.

The fate of the park, which was built around the 1930’s, remains unknown.

In January, the park owners applied to the city to subdivide the mobile home park property into two separate parcels. While that application was rejected by the city, Perry said during the March 19 meeting that the park property would at some point be rezoned from M-1 (mobile home zoning) to a different zoning designation. He said the city will decide what that new zoning designation is.

“They (the park owners) want to develop the property, and it won’t be a mobile home park,” Perry said.

As of March 26, the city had not received any additional development applications from the park ownership group.

With a car out front, plants in the pots and chairs outside, this mobile home appears to be occupied.

This is one of the three waterfront mobile homes that took the worst hit from the 2024 hurricanes and were deemed unable to be repaired.

Bicycles still stand outside this

During happier times in December 2024, Pines’ residents who expected to repair their mobile homes gathered on Joe Klingler’s patio to celebrate the holidays.

ISLAND NEWS

IN BRIEF

Tingley Library discussions to continue

The Bradenton Beach City Commission will continue its recent discussion on the Tingley Memorial Library during the Thursday, April 2, commission meeting that begins at 6 p.m. Also on the meeting agenda are two proclamations: one for Crime Victims’ Rights Week and one for Sexual Assault Awareness Day. The consent agenda includes approval of building and planning department services invoices from Tew & Taylor in the amounts of $15,015, $25,080 and $27,225; approval for city clerk and a deputy clerk to attend the Florida Association of City Clerks 2026 Conference; approval of a Home Depot charge for lift rental in the amount of $2,347 and authorization for letter to withdraw request for FDEP Grant 25SRP07. The meeting will be held in the Katie Pierola Commission Chambers, 107 Gulf Drive N.

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The annual picnic is a longstanding Cortez tradition.

Cortez picnic taking place April 11

The annual Cortez picnic will be held Saturday, April 11, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Fulford Fish House in Cortez. Attendees are asked to bring a covered dish and a recipe to share. Fish and hushpuppies will be provided by the A.P. Bell Fish Company. Sponsored by the Cortez Village Historical Society, the picnic has been a Cortez tradition for decades. The Fulford Fish House is located at the end of 123rd Street West.

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CANAL: Hunters Point canal settlement reached with one defendant

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Filed on June 3, 2022, the civil lawsuit alleges some of the docks and boat lifts at the west end of the canal, across the canal from the Hunters Point property, violate county regulations because they allegedly extend more than 25% into the canal waterway. When speaking to The Sun in the past, some of the other defendants disputed the allegation that their docks and/or boat lifts extend too far into the canal.

According to the Joint Notice Of Voluntary Dismissal With Prejudice dated Feb. 19, “The parties have entered into a settlement agreement resolving all matters in the above-styled litigation as among themselves. All claims asserted by plaintiff against defendants Jacquelyn Shepard, The Cortez Canal House, LLC and The Cortez Boat Resort LLC are hereby voluntarily dismissed with prejudice. All counterclaims asserted by defendants Jacquelyn Shepard, The Cortez Canal House, LLC and The Cortez Boat Resort LLC against plaintiff are hereby voluntarily dismissed with prejudice.

“This dismissal applies only to the claims and counterclaims among the parties executing this notice. The litigation remains pending as to all other parties. Each party shall bear their own attorney's fees and costs incurred in this litigation,” the notice states.

THE PARTIES SPEAK

When speaking to The Sun on March 26, Gobuty said, “We worked together to solve an issue, keep the canal safe for boating and let the homeowners enjoy the canal behind their home. It was a pleasure to work with Jackie and her husband, Steve.

“One home had a dock was torn down by the hurricane and it is acceptable to Cortez Road Investments and Finance Inc. if she replaces that dock, after she gets the required Manatee County permits. The second home has a dock that is within the 25%, so that is fine as it is. They also have

access to use the canal and the necessary easements have been granted and are being recorded,” Gobuty said.

Attorney Susan Martin represents Gobuty and CRIF. When speaking to The Sun on March 26, Martin disclosed some of the general settlement terms.

The settlement terms include CRIF being named as additional insured parties on Shepard’s homeowners’ insurance policies.

The settlement agreement allows Shepard to maintain her current dock at 4223 126th Street West and build a new, five-footwide dock at 4219 126th Street West to replace the dock that was damaged during the 2024 hurricanes.

When speaking to The Sun on March 26, Martin said, “Marshall’s objective is to have people comply with the Manatee County regulation by being less than 25% of the width of the water body. His second objective is to be on everybody’s insurance policy so if there’s some type of accident on the canal, he’s not responsible for it. Thirdly, and probably most important, is to make sure there are no navigational hazards on the canal.”

Martin said the recorded easements grant Shepard and the occupants of those two properties the right to utilize the canal for the purpose of maintaining her docks and using the canal to

access the Intracoastal Waterway.

When speaking to The Sun on March 27, Shepard said she’s not real pleased about being limited to building a new dock that’s only five feet wide, but she’ll make it work.

As for why she settled, Shepard said, “I didn’t want to spend any more money on legal fees. It’s a narrow canal, so we have to work together. Before Marshall came, it was only being used on our side of the canal. Now that’s not the case so we’ve got to make adjustments. As long as it’s done in a reasonable fashion and there’s compromise on both sides, then it’s a good day.”

The lawsuit still names Jonathan Graham, Sheila Graham, Mark Ibasfalean, Wendy Kokolis and George Kokolis as defendants.

The Sun reached out to Jonathan Graham, Ibasfalean and their attorney, Fred Moore, but no comment was provided at this time.

Regarding the upcoming jury trial, Martin said if CRIF prevails in the lawsuit, CRIF can pursue the recovery of the value of the use of the canal, from the time the lawsuit was filed until the time the non-compliant docks, boat lifts are removed

Martin said if the defendants prevail in court, they’ll be able

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to maintain their docks and lifts in their current conditions, even if they pose potential navigational hazards to other boaters and canal users.

CANAL HISTORY

Constructed in the 1950s, the man-made inland canal extends from the humpback bridge at 127th Street West (near the former Seafood Shack property) to the Cortez Village Marina and boat basin at the east end of the canal.

The canal surrounds the Hunters Point property on three sides and it provides the only waterway connection to the Intracoastal Waterway for those who have docks, lifts and boat storage facilities along the canal.

The 2022 lawsuit was filed in connection with an ongoing canal dispute between Cortez Road Investments and Finance Inc. and the MHC Cortez Village limited liability corporation that owns the nearby Cortez Village Marina that utilizes the canal Gobuty purchased

when he bought the undeveloped Hunters Point property in 2017.

The lawsuit involving the canalside property owners was filed about a week after CRIF filed a civil lawsuit against MHC Cortez Village LLC, the owners and operators of the Cortez Village Marina, on May 26, 2022.

CRIF filed the lawsuit against

MHC Cortez Village LLC in the midst of what proved to be the marina ownership group’s unsuccessful challenge of the state-issued permit that allows for the construction of 49 Hunters Point docks and boat slips along the Hunters Point side of the canal. The CRIF/MHC Cortez Village lawsuit remains ongoing and no trial date has been set for that case.

As long as it’s done in a reasonable fashion and there’s compromise on both sides, then it’s a good day.”

The 86-unit Hunters Point community is now approximately 50% completed and some of the solar-powered, LEED-certified townhomes are now occupied as homes, second homes or short-term vacation rentals as the construction of more townhomes and the Hunters Point docks continues.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Thanks from the Friends of the Island Library

The Friends of the Island Library thanks everyone who donated items for our third annual Friends of the Island Library Jewelry Sale. Special thanks to those who sorted and bagged the donated jewelry, and also to those who worked at the sale. The sale was a success because of your generosity and efforts – and we admit it; the entire process was fun!

All the funds raised by the Friends of the Island Library provide materials, services and programs exclusively for our Island Branch Library. In recent years, the Friends group has purchased new furniture and new flooring, financed the mural on the west exterior wall of the library building, funded new doors and painting and has continually funded ongoing youth and adult programs. The Friends of the Island Library group is able to subsidize these projects as a result of generous donors and the

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Roser Church hosting Easter week services

Roser Memorial Community Church has several religious services leading up to and including Easter Day. The Maundy Thursday service will be held on April 2 at 7 p.m. in the Roser Memorial Chapel. The Good Friday service will be held at noon on April 3 in the Roser Memorial Chapel. There will be two Easter Celebrations at Roser on Sunday, April 5: the first at 8:30 a.m. in the sanctuary and also online; and the second at 10 a.m. on the outdoor stage and also online. The 10 a.m. service will include a Children and Youth Sermon by Pastor Dirk Rodgers and an Easter egg hunt. Attendees are asked to

bring their own lawn chairs to the outdoor service. Parking is available in the thrift shop and Fellowship Hall parking areas. Handicap parking will be available at the far west side of the Sanctuary entrance. The outdoor service will be moved inside if there’s inclement weather. Everyone is invited to bring a flower to place on the cross as a symbol of rebirth and resurrection. Roser Memorial Community Church is located at 512 Pine Ave. in Anna Maria. For more information, call the church office at 941-778-0414, email info@roserchurch.com, visit roserchurch.com or visit the Roser Church Facebook page.

ANNA MARIA

10005 GULF DRIVE

FOR INFORMATION, CALL 941-708-6130

Visit www.cityofannamaria. com or contact city hall for more information.

Thursday, April 9, 1 p.m., City Commission meeting

EVENTS

TUESDAY, MARCH 31, 7

Anna Maria Community Farmers Market, Roser Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

SATURDAY APRIL 4

Coquina Beach “Fun in the Sand” Spring Art & Craft Show, Coquina Beach, 2650 Gulf Drive S., Bradenton Beach, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

HOLMES BEACH

5801 MARINA DRIVE

FOR INFORMATION, CALL 941-708-5800

Visit www.holmesbeachfl.org or contact city hall for more information.

Wednesday, April 1, 10 a.m., Parks and Beautification Committee meeting

Wednesday, April 1, 3:30 p.m., Planning Commission meeting

Friday, April 4, City offices closed for Good Friday

Wednesday, April 8, 9 a.m., Ad Hoc Clean Water Committee Partner Workshop, 9 a.m.

SUNDAY, APRIL 5

Sandbar Seafood + Spirts

Easter Egg Hunt, Sandbar Seafood + Spirits, 100 Spring Ave., Anna Maria, 9-11 a.m.

Coquina Beach “Fun in the Sand” Spring Art & Craft Show, Coquina Beach, 2650 Gulf Drive S., Bradenton Beach, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

BRADENTON BEACH

107 GULF DRIVE N. FOR INFORMATION, CALL 941-778-1005

Visit www.cityofbradentonbeach.com or contact city hall for more information.

Thursday, April 2, 6 p.m., City Commission meeting

FRIDAY, APRIL 10

Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island Market Night, Artists Guild Gallery, 5414 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 5-7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, APRIL 11

Annual Cortez picnic, Fulford Fish House at the end of 123rd Street West, Cortez, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Sandbar Seafood + Spirits hosting Easter egg hunt

The Easter Bunny is coming to Sandbar Seafood + Spirits in Anna Maria on Sunday, April 5, and bringing plenty of Easter eggs to share.

Taking place from 9 to 11 a.m., and continuing a Sandbar tradition that started many years ago under previous ownership, the Beachside Easter Egg Hunt at Sandbar will feature 2,000 Easter eggs hidden in the beach sand, with two separate egg hunt areas – one for kids aged five and under and one for kids aged six and older. Some eggs will include Sweet Willy’s surprise coupons. Easter baskets will be given away during the event and there will be entertainment in the Sandbar pavilion.

Beachside Bites opens at 8 a.m. with breakfast, coffee smoothies and grab-and-go favorites – with some complimentary samples also available. The Pavilion bar will open at 9 a.m. and valet parking will be available near the Pavilion entrance.

The Easter Bunny’s coming to Anna Maria on Easter morning.

BEACH BEAT

BRADENTON BEACH:

March 14, 11:30 a.m., Gulf Drive. Bicycle injury. Police responded to a report of a bicycle injury from a fall. The bicyclist told police he attempted to move from the bike lane to the sidewalk when his tire got caught up on a lip between the sidewalk and the roadway. Police reported that the lip was present due to road construction. The bicyclist had a laceration to his head and was transported to HCA Florida Blake Hospital for evaluation. The police report stated: “Due to the number of bike falls due to road construction, this report was generated.”

30-year-old Bradenton man, was instructed to exit the vehicle and police conducted a search. The police reports say a small baggie containing a white substance was found, which was later tested and weighed and determined to be five grams of cocaine. Police recovered more than $4,000 in cash and a backpack containing 653 grams of marijuana. The driver told police he traded a dirt bike in exchange for the marijuana.

Sandbar Seafood + Spirits is located at 100 Spring Ave. in Anna Maria.

“This is a fast-moving event and eggs go quickly, so we recommend arriving early. Hunts will begin promptly,” the Sandbar Seafood + Spirits Facebook post says.

Attendees are asked to RSVP in advance at the event Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ share/1EwnkBeYsn/. Learn more at www.facebook.com/ TheSandbarAMI.

March 19, 12:41 p.m., 1800 block Gulf Drive N. Drug arrest. Police conducted a traffic stop for having dark-tinted windows. Upon making contact with the driver, police reported a strong smell of marijuana coming from the vehicle. The driver, a

March 20, 12 p.m., Gulf Drive. Fall. Police responded to a report of a woman who had fallen while crossing Gulf Drive at 25th Street. The woman told police she had tripped over a lip in the roadway. She was seen by paramedics due to the fall and bleeding on her face. She refused transport to the hospital. Police confirmed the lip in the road was present due to construction in the area. The police report stated, “Due to the numerous instances of falling due to the road construction, this report was generated to document the incident.”

MOOSE: Lodge hosts beachfront Easter egg hunt

“Sandra has been running this program for a very long time. She and her committee did a great job of getting things ready,” Dalton said.

“There’s 200 eggs in the small pit for the little kids – that’s the two-to-fiveyear-olds – and 200 eggs in the pit for the older kids, six-through 12. Each egg has 35 cents in it,” Zenzel said of the eggs several volunteers partially buried in the beach sand earlier that morning.

“We had a bunch of people helping out,” Zenzel said.

As they entered the lodge, each youngster was asked to guess the number of gummies contained in a reusable plastic water bottle that hung around the neck of the Moose mascot placed on one of the entryway tables. The children received activity sheets, stickers, crayons and a raffle ticket. Ten raffle ticket holders later won a crocheted bunny made by lodge member Janet Curran.

When announcing the winner of the gummy-guessing contest, Zenzel said a half-dozen or so kids correctly guessed there were 25 gummies in the water bottle. For the tiebreaker, each of the correct guessers were called forward and asked to pick a number between one and 10. Alex Czajkowski chose the number 7 and he won the tiebreaker and the water bottle filled with gummies. The other children who participated in the tiebreaker received Tommy the Moose stuffed animals.

When asked why the Moose lodge hosts its annual children’s holiday parties, Dalton said, “Our main job is to support the community and raise

money for children and seniors at both Mooseheart and Moose Haven. This is one of our ways of reaching out to the community and serving our dues-paying members.”

Dalton was referring to the Mooseheart Child City & School residential childcare community, in Mooseheart, Illinois, that provides a safe and nurturing home for children in need; and to Moosehaven, the private membership retirement community in Orange Park, Florida, that provides

seniors 65 and older with a comfortable and secure retirement option.

While making some announcements during the party, Dalton said the AMI Moose Lodge has 20,000 members and that’s the largest membership of any Moose lodge in the world.

When it was time for the Easter egg hunt, the children were asked to come outside and line up around the two designated areas where the Easter eggs were partially hidden in the sand.

When the Easter Bunny gave the command, the children raced to brightly colored plastic eggs and grabbed as many as they could during the five minutes or so the hunt lasted.

As they exited the party from the Gulffront porch area, the children retrieved an Easter basket on their way out.

Clean Water Committee hosting water quality workshop

The city of Holmes Beach’s Ad Hoc Clean Water Committee will host the “Collaborating on Water Quality to Preserve our Bays and Waterways” partner workshop on Wednesday, April 8 at from 9 a.m. to noon in the city commission chambers at Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive.

Open to the public, the Clean Water Committee workshop will bring together regional partners and water quality experts to discuss collaborative efforts to protect and improve the health of the bays and waterways that surround Anna Maria Island.

The guest speakers include Sarasota Bay Estuary Program Executive Director Dr. Ryan Gandy, Tampa Bay Estuary Program Executive Director Dr. Ed Sherwood, Suncoast Waterkeeper

Executive Director Dr. Abbey Tryna and Chairman Rusty Chinnis and University of Florida Associate Professor Dr. John Bowden.

Following presentations from each organization, the participants will engage in a roundtable discussion focused on future collaboration and strategies to preserve water quality in the Tampa Bay region.

Residents, stakeholders and community partners are encouraged to attend in person or participate remotely. Remote participation will be available via Zoom.

To access the Zoom meeting, go to www.zoom.com and enter the meeting ID, 82988569661, followed by the meeting passcode, 194663. The partner workshop will also be livestreamed at the city website: www.holmesbeachfl.org/

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CABANA: Anna Maria adopts revised commercial beach activity regulations

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the beach areas near the Sandbar restaurant and the beach areas at and near Bean Point.

On Thursday, March 26, the commission adopted ordinance 26-956, an ordinance that was presented on first reading during the commission’s March 12 meeting. Ordinance 26-956 amends the Chapter 38 city code provisions set forth in a similar ordinance adopted on Feb. 26 (Ordinance 26-952), after many months of public discussion and debate.

After adopting Ordinance 26-956 with no additional commission discussion or public input given on March 26, the mayor and commission were then presented with the first reading of Ordinance 26-958, an ordinance that when adopted on second and final reading will establish a registration program for service providers.

Similar to the city’s short-term vacation rental program, the registration fees will be established each year by the commission’s adoption of a fee-related city resolution. The second reading of the registration ordinance is expected to be presented for second and final reading on Thursday, April 9. The proposed registration ordinance also contains provisions that would allow beachfront property owners to utilize commercially delivered, set up and removed cabanas, tents, umbrellas and other allowed items on their privately-owned, coastal conservationzoned upland properties, but they must provide the city with 18 hours’ advance notice before doing so.

ADOPTED REGULATIONS

First presented on March 12 and adopted in March 26, one of the whereas

clauses contained in Ordinance 26-956 says, “The city commission has determined that the (previously adopted) ordinance should be clarified to expressly state that a Commercial Rental Area is permitted for purposes of renting temporary shade structures as defined in the ordinance.”

According to the adopted ordinance, “A Commercial Rental Area for the purposes of renting temporary shade structures is permitted with the following conditions: “Commercial Rental Areas must be pre-ordered. No more than two Commercial Rental Areas may be placed within 50 linear feet of each other, measured in any direction. Adjacent Commercial Rental Areas shall not exceed 28 linear feet in any direction.

“Signage and/or advertising may not exceed four square feet, must include the owner name and contact information, must be located on the Temporary Shade Structure within the Commercial Rental Area and may not exceed the roofline of the Temporary Shade Structure. No stand-alone signage is permitted.

“Any individual or entity providing a Commercial Rental Area must have on file with the city a valid proof of insurance certificate with coverage as stipulated by resolution of the city commission.

“Delivery and set-up may not occur prior to 7 a.m. Tear-down must be complete and removed from the beaches by dusk. During inclement weather events, tear down after dusk may not be penalized provided tear down commences as soon as the beach is safe to access.”

The Chapter 38 code revisions included in the Feb. 26 meeting packet included the following definitions:

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According to City Planner Ashley Austin, this type of temporary beach dining area is not allowed as a commercial beach activity on a public beach in Anna Maria, according to current city code.

“Commercial Rental Area means an area temporary in nature not to exceed 169 square feet in total of ground coverage, and 13 linear feet extending in any direction and includes at least one Temporary Shade Structure.”

“Temporary shade structure means a portable freestanding shelter providing sun protection such as a tent, umbrella, canopy or the like. Temporary shade structures shall not exceed 169 square feet of ground coverage in total, and 13 linear feet in any direction, inclusive of any poles, pegs, tie downs, anchors, weights, sandbags or the like,” according to Chapter 38.

According to a March 27 email City Planner Ashley Austin sent to Mayor Mark Short, City Attorney Becky Vose and Commissioner Chris Arendt, a temporary beach dining area that consists of a portable dining table that holds one or more umbrellas and is accompanied by portable chairs and other accessories is not allowed according to the city regulations now in effect.

PERSONAL SHADE STRUCTURES

The Anna Maria Commission held its first beach cabana regulation discussion in July 2025. During the ensuing commission discussion on Aug. 14, Mayor Mark Short said, “Commercial activity is not listed as a permissible activity on any of our beaches. In fact, our land use ordinance even goes as far as to say you can’t even have more than one-pole tents on the coastal conservation part of our beach.”

During the March 12, 2026, meeting, Short addressed one-pole and four-pole shade structures and the misconception that personally owned, non-commercially rented temporary shade structures are prohibited in coastal conservation-zoned beach areas.

“I just wanted to make it clear that in the ordinance that was passed, that ordinance better defined beaches. And that means all beaches, whether they’re in the coastal conservation zone or in the parks and rec zone. As part of that ordinance, we say that four-post tents can be on the beaches. I know there’s been some chatter out there about mono poles only in the coastal conservation zone, but the ordinance that was passed makes it clear that people who have four-post tents can set those tents up on the beach, including in the coastal conservation zone. That was part of the ordinance we didn’t really highlight, but it did clarify the concerns about mono poles. The mayor is not against people being protected from the sun.”

The March 26 meeting packet did not contain in their entirety the most recently amended version of the Chapter 38 code provisions. The complete, amended Chapter 38 provisions that were included in the Feb. 26 meeting packet did not contain any specific references to four-post temporary shade structures being placed in the city’s coastal conservation zones.

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Construction-related groundwater discharged into Gulf

FDEP approved the dewatering and discharge activities near the 34th Street beach access.

BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN REPORTER | jhendricks@amisun.com

HOLMES BEACH – On Monday, March 23, The Sun was contacted about the brown water being pumped through a long white flexible hose and discharged into the Gulf near the 34th Street beach access in Holmes Beach.

On Tuesday, March 24, The Sun received the following email response from Holmes Beach Development Services Director Chad Minor: “This is work being done for groundwater discharge/dewatering for the new construction of a home/pool at 104 34th Street. They received Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) approval and city of Holmes Beach approval.”

Minor later said the home’s location didn’t provide a viable alternative location to discharge the groundwater that was being discharged into the Gulf. Mayor Judy Titsworth said discharging groundwater into the Gulf occasionally happens, but it’s not a common practice

The dewatering activities were associated with a residential construction project taking place at 104 34th Street. The white, flexible discharge hose emptied into the Gulf.

in Holmes Beach for constructionrelated dewatering activities.

The FDEP permit for the discharge of groundwater at 104 34th Street was issued to Trinity Custom Homes Project Manager Tyler Sunseri. The permit listed a March 30 expiration date for the groundwater discharge activities.

A visit to the dewatering site on March 24 revealed several A-framed

signs placed over the white flexible discharge hose that extended across the beach, from the home being built to the Gulf. The signs said, “Dewatering operations in progress. Do not disturb this pipe for any reason. All operations are being conducted with State and County guidelines. These operations are being conducted on private property. Any persons interfering with this work will be prosecuted.”

Charlie Hunsicker wins Climate Champion Award

Manatee County Natural Resources Director Charlie Hunsicker was one of three nominees presented with a 2026 Climate Champion Award during the fourth annual Climate Adaptation Center Climate Champions Awards and Benefit Ceremony.

On March 11, leaders in the fields of business, science, government and community advocacy gathered for the awards ceremony held at Michael’s On East Ballroom in Sarasota.

According to the county’s Facebook post, “The Climate Adaptation Center’s Climate Champions Awards – also known as the ‘Academy Awards of Climate Adaptation’ – shine a light on extraordinary leaders who work behind the scenes to strengthen the Suncoast by adapting, responding and building resilience.

“Having spent decades helping shape environmental protection and infrastructure resilience across the region, Hunsicker’s nomination for his leadership in land conservation and coastal resilience is no surprise. His work spans everything from land conservation to shoreline protection, water systems and long-range planning that directly impacts residents throughout Manatee County and beyond. Thank you, Charlie Hunsicker, for your sustained commitment and innovative contributions that inspire hope and action for a resilient future,” the county Facebook post says.

WHERE‛S YOUR COMFORT ZONE?

Island Players accepting scholarship applications

The Island Players theater group is accepting applications for two $4,000 scholarships to be given to graduating high school seniors in the Manatee County School District who have demonstrated excellence in the arts – including theater, music, dance or visual art. The application deadline is Saturday, April 18. Designed to support the next generation of creative talent, The Island Players’ scholarships are available to students who plan to pursue continued education in an arts-related field. Applicants are required to submit a completed application

package that includes an essay, letters of recommendation, a transcript and proof of college or university acceptance. The scholarship program reflects The Island Players’ longtime commitment to fostering artistic growth within the community and helping young artists

take the next step in their creative journey. Students and educators are encouraged to share this opportunity with qualified candidates. More information and online applications are available at www. theislandplayers.org.

For more information, email info@theislandplayers.org.

THE CENTER | SUBMITTED

Center accepting JvZ scholarship applications and donations

The Center of Anna Maria Island is now accepting applications for its John van Zandt Scholarship program. The John van Zandt (JvZ) Scholarships are awarded each year to graduating seniors who seek financial assistance to help cover tuition costs in the pursuit of careers that require certification, licensing and/or apprenticeship.

The JvZ Scholarship offers tuition support graduating seniors seeking careers in the building and construction trades, healthcare, manufacturing, hospitality and culinary arts, salon services, public service, as a firefighter, as an EMT or in law enforcement.

Awards of up to $5,000 will go to one or more individuals chosen through the application process and reviewed by an independent committee. Applicants and/or their parents

must live or work on Anna Maria Island. Applicants from students who already have full tuition funding from another scholarship are not eligible. Applications are due by April 23. Online applications and more information are available at www. centerami.org/scholarship.

Donations to the scholarship fund are greatly appreciated and can be made online at the aforementioned scholarship web page. Donations can also be made in the form of checks made payable to The Center of Anna Maria Island. When donating by check, please enter “JVZ” on the memo line. Checks can be mailed to: The Center, PO Box 253, Anna Maria, Fl. 34216.

For more information contact Jillan Ptak at development@centerami.org or by phone at 941-778-1908, ext. 201

Kingfish Boat Ramp will close for two days

“The Kingfish Boat Ramp in Holmes Beach will be closed to the public from 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 16, until 7 a.m. on Saturday, April 18, weather permitting. During this time, the boat ramp will remain inaccessible,” according to the notice of construction distributed by Manatee County.

“Throughout the closure, the contractor will be working within the area to install underground utilities and pipes as part of the Manatee Avenue Water Main Replacement Intracoastal Crossing Project.

“Please do not move the barricades or barrels placed

on the eastern side of the Kingfish Boat Ramp parking area. They are in place to allow construction crews to continue their work and to maintain safety and traffic control. Vehicles parked in restricted areas due to moved barricades or barrels will be towed at the owner’s expense,” the construction notice says.

Ongoing project impacts:

• Increased construction traffic on Manatee Avenue West and the transporting and staging of pipes and construction materials and equipment.

• Intermittent and temporary lane closures and flag -

ging operations on eastbound and westbound Manatee Avenue West to accommodate construction deliveries.

• The sounds of pumps, heavy equipment, diesel engines, driving in reverse alarms and work crew verbal communications.

• Stationary lighting at work sites and light beams from construction equipment and vehicle headlights.

Learn more about this project at https://amiprojects. io/projects/manatee-avenuewatermain-intracoastalcrossing.

Planning a successful fishing adventure

he transition from spring to summer is a time when many anglers start planning fishing trips.

Whether it’s a trip to a location in Florida for bonefish and permit, the West for trout, or Alaska for salmon, proper preparation is essential to assure that the time, money and effort involved pays dividends in catching fish and the overall experience.

Planning any fishing trip can be a challenge, given the peculiarities of weather and the idiosyncrasies of

fish. Add a few thousand miles, a different language and an exotic species or two; and some serious planning is advisable.

Chances are you’ve been looking forward to this trip for a long time and finally have the opportunity to fish, eat, sleep and repeat for a week or more. It makes good sense to develop a plan to ensure that you have the best possible chance of success.

Deciding where to go, and when, are your first decisions. While it’s not impossible to book your own trip, knowing the best time, tides and lodging can be daunting. In addition, juggling the details of plane reservations, transfers, accommodations and guides can complicate organizing a trip.

A knowledgeable outfitter

Exotic locations are as close as the Bahamas, but that still requires careful planning.

or travel host can provide the experience and inside information that will allow you to immerse yourself in the experience, instead of the details. Even when using an outfitter, you’ll need to do some research to ensure

you’ve matched your angling needs and expectations to your chosen destination. There are a lot of resources online, including some great groups on Facebook, but you’ll need to vet your sources carefully.

If you require a certain level of service, or are traveling with non-fishers, you’ll want to research locations that offer certain conveniences, as well as good fishing.

It can be helpful to talk to others you trust and have similar expectations when you’re planning. You can also reach out to an outfitter or host for several references and question them carefully. Make sure they have been to the location recently – and at the time of the year you plan to visit. Online references and referrals may be helpful too; but be careful of the source.

In foreign countries, even as close as the Bahamas, you’ll be hard-pressed to replace items you forgot to pack, particularly fishing tackle.

REEL TIME: Planning a successful fishing adventure

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This is one case when it’s probably better to pack more than you think you’ll need. Making a packing list and checking it before your departure will pay dividends. In any case, be reasonable about what you pack – as in, “it’s better to have it and not need it, than need it and not have it!”

Many tropical fishing destinations are very near the equator, so anglers need to pay special attention to the sun. Cool and comfortable long-sleeved pants and shirts for sun protection are a must, along with a high SPF waterproof sunscreen. Polarized glasses with glare guards and a fishing hat with a dark underbrim are mandatory and bringing a second pair of each is advisable.

You can be a consummate planner, have beautiful weather and terrific fishing and still have a frustrating and unsuccessful trip if your cast isn’t up to par. Pay special attention to casting into the wind and being able to place an accurate 40-foot cast. Practicing these skills well in advance on grass will greatly increase the pleasure of your adventure wherever you go. The success or failure of any fishing adventure will vary due to conditions beyond your control but being mindful of the things you do have control over can make or break your trip. Be prepared, practice casting, do your homework up front, ask good questions from knowledgeable sources and be flexible. The time and effort you expend in planning the trip will pay dividends of tight lines, screaming drags and lasting memories.

CB’s Saltwater Outfitters hosting fly-fishing class

CB’s Saltwater Outfitters, at 1249 Stickney Point Road in Sarasota, will host an Orvis-Endorsed flyfishing school on Saturday, April 11, from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Designed for begin ning and intermediate fly casters, the class will focus on basic fly-casting principles, improving casting skills and correct ing casting faults. Certified Instructor Capt. Rick Gras sett will also cover saltwa ter fly-fishing techniques, leader construction and fly selection. The cost for the class is $225 per person and includes the use of fly tackle and a workbook. Optional instructional guided fly-fishing trips are also available for an additional fee. Contact CB’s Saltwater Outfitters at 941-349-4400 to make reservations.

REAL ESTATE

Selling your home gives you big tax breaks

April Fool’s Day is the one day a year when it’s okay to play a friendly trick on a friend. Two weeks later is April 15, Tax Day, and not a good day to play tricks, especially on the IRS.

Most people use tax consultants to prepare their annual tax returns, which, in my opinion, is a very good idea. Tax preparers are schooled in looking for that deduction you may never have thought of; and if you sold your primary home in this tax year you will have a big deduction.

Castles in the Sand

Since the late 1990s, homeowners have been allowed an exemption of up to $250,000 for single filers and $500,000 for joint filers on the profits on the sale of their principal residence. For example, a married couple who bought their home for $400,000 years ago and are now selling it for $850,000 should not owe tax on the sale because their $450,000 gain is covered by the $500,000 exemption.

In order to qualify for this benefit, the seller usually must live in the home for two of the five years preceding the sale. The property must also be the owner’s primary residence, with proof such as a driver’s license, receipt of mail, utility bills, etc. In addition, the capital gains exclusion can be used multiple times throughout your lifetime but generally only once every two years.

If your profit exceeds the $250,000 or $500,000 exemption based on filing status, the remainder of the profit is subject to capital gains tax. However, the law allows the owners of the property to lower their taxes

by raising their “cost basis” if they have made capital improvements to the property, thus lowering their tax liability. Capital improvements include kitchen and bath renovations, landscaping, decking and other improvements made during the ownership period. There are other fees that can be deducted to lower your cost basis, including realtor fees related to the sale of the property.

Couples who have not filed a joint tax return prior to selling their home can still get the benefit of the deduction as long as they meet the IRS ownership and use test of two out of the last five years and file jointly for the year the home is sold.

In order to lower your cost basis and reduce your tax liability, you must be able to prove the capital improvements are legitimate. This involves good record keeping with receipts or credit card statements, but the way to be sure

you're counting every dollar is to consult a tax expert – or, if you're in the mood, read the IRS statutes online.

There is one more way to reduce your cost basis and that’s a littleknown law called “The Cohan Rule.” The Cohan Rule is a legal principle that allows taxpayers to use reasonable estimates to deduct expenses when they lack formal documentation, like receipts, to prove the expenses actually occurred. This rule originated in 1930 when the entertainer George M. Cohan brought a court case involving missing records.

Finally, I am not a CPA or a certified tax consultant. To get accurate advice, please consult one of these professionals. Don’t play a trick on yourself before filing your tax return, especially if you sold your primary home last year. Ask for advice, save your receipts and don’t be foolish on April Fool’s Day.

CENTER SCOREBOARD

ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL (SEMI-FINALS)

The Fish Guy Aquarium Services 26 Salty Printing 25

Reel Coastal Properties 54

Edible Cookie Dough Café 37

ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL (FINALS)

Reel Coastal Properties 52

The Fish Guy Aquarium Services 19

ADULT 35+ SOCCER (PLAY-INS)

Emily Moss Designs 6 Language Services Associates 2

ADULT 35+ SOCCER (SEMI-FINALS)

Bubble Binz 7

MG Construction 1

Hogan’s Pool Service & Repair 2 (won in penalty kick shootout)

Emily Moss Designs 2

ADULT 35+ SOCCER (FINALS)

Hogan’s Pool Service & Repair

Bubble Binz

ADULT INDOOR SOCCER (WEEK 10)

Salty Printing 9 (2-4-2)

Pool America 8 (5-3-0)

Slim’s Place 10 (3-3-2)

Solid Rock Construction 10 (2-4-2)

Steve Doyle and Tom Skoloda win Ron Peka Memorial Horseshoe Tournament

On Saturday, March 28, the Anna Maria Horseshoes group held its 13th Ron Peka Memorial Horseshoe Tournament. The tournament is held in honor of Peka, a longtime pitcher and leadman for the group. In the double elimination tournament, third place went to Bob Hawks and Bo LaMura after a 23-10 loss to Billy Silver and Bill Galbally, who then moved on to the final match. Silver and Galbally won 21-13 over Steve Doyle and Tom Skoloda to tie things at one loss each. Doyle and Skoloda won the final match 24-7 to take first place in the tournament. On Wednesday, March 25, Del Reese and Galbally teamed up to win the day’s competition with a 21-3 win over Hawks and Tom Farrington in the final.

McCallsBeachCastleCondo 5310GulfofMexicoDr.,#16,LBK 2BR/2BA/ A4673264/$699,000 MiguelRosa(941)477-5928

AnnaMariaIslandSingleFamilyHome 403N BayBlvd.,AnnaMaria 4BR/3BA/A4682522/ $2,650,000 Ed Taaffe(636)346-6165

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Treetops at NorthFortyCondo 7801Ontario Street Circle,Sarasota 3BR/2BA A4676752/$429,800 LindaIvell(941)444-9916

AnnaMariaIslandSingleFamilyHome 519VillaRosaWay,AnnaMaria 4BR/4/5BA/A4671485/$5,000,000 EdTaaffe(636)346-6165

Vizcaya Condo 610134 St W.,#11G,Bradenton th 3BR/2BA

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Sheriff’s Office prepared for Easter weekend

Easter weekend is typically one of the busiest weekends of the year on Anna Maria Island and Sgt. Brett Getman, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office Anna Maria Unit leader, provided the following information regarding the upcoming Easter weekend in the city of Anna Maria.

“The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office has been actively preparing for the upcoming Easter weekend. We will have up to eight deputies patrolling within the city limits of Anna

Maria this weekend with extra patrols from our Special Response Team and Motor Unit.

“Our focus will be on traffic enforcement, with particular attention to:

• Children riding without proper seat restraints

• Unlicensed drivers (mandatory court appearance)

• Vehicles exceeding occupancy limits

• Driving under the influence

“Residents and visitors are reminded that operating

low-speed vehicles carries the same responsibilities as driving a personal vehicle—all applicable laws apply.

We will also maintain proactive patrols on the beaches, where alcohol, grills, pets, and glass containers (among other items) are prohibited. While we want everyone to enjoy their time, we ask that you leave the island as you found it. Please avoid littering, be patient sitting in traffic, and be respectful of your neighbors,” Getman stated.

FUN IN THE SUN

CLASSIFIEDS

BOATS

BOATS ARE SELLING

VERY WELL Seasons in full swing. 21’ – 65’ Dave Struber- 941-228-3489. Visit Islandboatsales.net

ISO BOAT SLIP for sale preferably that already has a lift & water & will fit min of 22’ center console.

. Kelly Gitt The Gitt Team Keller Williams on the Water 941-799-9299.

BOAT TOURS

DISCOVER THE BEST

ANNA MARIA ISLAND DOLPHIN TOUR—see wild dolphins, crystal-clear waters, and stunning coastal views. Family-friendly, guided boat tours with local experts. Book your unforgettable dolphin tour in Anna Maria Island today with Manatee River Boat Rentals and Watersports! 941-932-3700

COMMERCIAL SALES, RENT & LEASE

HAVE YOU BEEN thinking of selling? We NEED properties to List for SALE!!! Duplexes, multi family, small resorts? Call BIG Alan Galletto of Island Real Estate to get it SOLD 941-232-2216

CLEANING SERVICE

TOTAL HOME SERVICES CLEANING: Residential, Commercial, Rentals, VRBO. Professional and Reliable. Call 941-756-4570 or 941-565-3931

EMPLOYMENT

NOW HIRING: The White Egret & The Egret's Nest We are seeking creative individuals to fill both part time and full time positions at our boutiques! Flexible days but some weekend availability required. Please inquire in person, drop off a resume or call 941-778-3782 for an interview appointment.

HEALTH CARE NOW AVAILABLE HEALTH CARE at your home by Certified Nursing Assistant! 12 years experience. Call Dennis Church 815519-3993

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

RENOVATION SPECALIST ALL carpentry repairs, Wash Family Construction, locally owned and operated CBC 1258250 Call 941-725-0073.

KERN & GILDER CONSTRUCTION, INC New Homes & Remodel. Design/Build. Since 1968. License # CBC 1261150. Call the Office. 941-778-1115. OFFICE ADDRESS: 1878 59th Street W Bradenton, FL 34209

GET’R DONE DRYWALL, INC Specializing in Remodels & Repairs. Island Resident for 20+ years. Call Neil. Cell 941-962-1194

JSAN CORPORATION

Renovations Construction & Handyman Services 941-243-0995 Lic# CRC1332505 jsancorporation@gmail. com Flooring, Drywall, Painting, Repairs, Kitchen and Bathrooms, Trim & Doors Free Estimates. Credit Cards Accepted.

GORILLA DRYWALL REPAIR, LLC. 15+ years of experience. Free Estimates. Let’s solve your Drywall problems together. Call 941-286-0607.

LOCAL ISLAND RESIDENT 30+ years of experience. Licensed & insured. Professional Services. Carpentry, Painting, Drywall and More. Reliable, Honest, Quality work. FREE estimatesCall Brian 941-220-8300

SOUTHWEST HOME IMPROVEMENT Michigan General Contractor 30+ yrs. Experience. Large or small projects. Budget minded knowledgeable tradesman will complete your project start to finish: On Time/ On Budget. Call Mike 616-204-8822

HOME SERVICE

HATE TO COOK? Long time Island resident. Can help with cooking, laundry and many things around your house. Many compliments on cooking. References available. Please Call or Text 941685-0045.

LANDSCAPING & LAWN CARE

R. GAROFALO’S Interlocking brick pavers, driveways, patios, pool decks. Free estimates. Licensed & Insured. Call Rafael 941-778-4823 or Veronik 941-526-7941

ISLAND RESIDENT. TREE/ BUSH Trimming, removal. Sweeping, blowing, and weeding. Weekly, bi-monthly or monthly schedule. Pressure washing. Call Bill Witaszek 941307-9315

SHELL DRIVEWAYS & LANDSCAPE. Specializing in Old Florida Seashell and Lime rock driveways and scapes. Also River Rock, Sand, Mulch, & Soil. Call Shark Mark 941-301-6067

MOVING & STORAGE

MARTIN’S MOVING YOUR Island movers! Offering dependable, competitive rates. No hidden costs. 941-8095777.

PAINTING & WALLCOVERING

PAINT! PAINT! AND MORE 28 years of experienced interior/exterior custom painting. Pressure cleaning, drywall repairs and texture finishes. Many Island references. Please call Neil for free estimates. 941-812-0507

“WIZARD OF WALLS” Established 1980 Prompt quality service. Wallpaper installation/ removal. Mary Bell Winegarden 941-794-0455

DONALD PERKINS ABRACADABRA PAINTING LLC fully insured. 30 years experience. Many Island references. Call 941-705-7096

PROFESSIONAL PAINTING SERVICES. Prompt & Reliable. Island Resident. Quality Workmanship. Interior/Exterior. Minor repairs & carpentry. Free estimates. Bill Witaszek 941-307-9315

RETIRED LIFETIME PAINTER. "Have saved many customers many dollars". $27 per hour. Insured 502-817-6786

PEST CONTROL

ANNA MARIA PEST

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POOL SERVICES

FOUR SEASONS POOL SERVICE AND CHEMICAL SERVICES. Certified Pool Operator. 18 + Years Experience. Residential/commercial. Chemical Service Licensed & Insured. Call Dennis Clark 941-7375657

COLE'S TROPICAL POOL SERVICE Call Cole Bowers for all your pool maintenance needs! Affordable and Dependable!! 941-7131893

PRESSURE WASHING & WINDOWS

TOTAL HOME SERVICES CLEANING: Residential, Commercial, Construction, Vacation, VRBO Rentals . Also available Pressure Washing, Roof Cleaning, Paver Sealing and Windows. Call 941-5653931.

2BR/1BA GROUND LEVEL

REAL ESTATE HOMES & CONDOS FOR SALE

Have you been thinking of selling? We NEED properties to List for SALE!!! GULF FRONT, CANAL FRONT, BAY FRONT CONDOS or HOMES ASK for BIG Alan Galletto of Island Real Estate to get it SOLD 941-232-2216

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NEW LISTING SANDY POINT Condo 2BR/2BA NEW flooring, new bathrooms, updated kitchen, screened porch, high ceilings, new roof, siding, partial furnished, 2 car tandem parking. $499,900. Sharon Hightower RE/ MAX Alliance Group 941-330-5054

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RENTALS: ANNUAL

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BEAUTIFUL PERICO BAY

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ANNA MARIA ISLAND

CONDOS Large pool, beach access, free WiFi, 1&2 Bedroom $900 to $1200 per week redekercondosonami.com Tim 941-704-7525

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SEASONAL RENTAL in PALMA SOLA. 3BR/2BA weekly or monthly rates. Contact Barb Grace 941201-2190

JANUARY- MARCH 2027-

Looking for a cute 1BR two short blocks to the beach for 3 months? $5,700/mo + taxes/fees. Give us a call! Fran Maxon Real Estate 941-778-2307 rentals@franmaxonrealestate.com.

HOLMES BEACH

2BR/2BA WATERFRONT, first floor condo avail. for rent monthly April thru Dec. Discount for multiple months; walk to shop and to beach, 2 pools, tennis/pickleball. No pets, no smoking. Call Kathy 973-2190335

BUSINESS & SERVICE

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NEWLY RENOVATED

2BR/2BA CONDO close to Mantee Beach & shopping. First floor unit, all utilities, cable TV, internet, washer/dryer, parking, community swimming pool & pickle ball courts. No pets/no smoking. $3500/mo. 1-to-6-month lease. First & security deposit. Available immediately. Call 716-982-5168.

TRANSPORTATION

ANYTIME TRANSPORTA-

TION to all Airports, Casino, etc. Tampa/St. Pete $85. Sarasota $40. Pets welcome. Very dependable. Reasonable rates. Contact Jeanne. 941-7795095