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December 7, 2016

Privateers don’t want Maddox in parade Former Privateer Rick Maddox has appealed his parade exclusion to the Anna Maria City Commission. BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN CORRESPONDENT | jhendricks@amisun.com

ANNA MARIA – The Anna Maria Island Privateers are not interested in having former Privateer Rick Maddox join them in the Christmas parade they are hosting on Saturday, Dec. 10. Maddox fell out of favor with the Privateers in 2012 after he took the non-profit organization to court seeking ownership of a Christmas sleigh that was mounted to a boat trailer and used as a parade float. In 2014, Maddox was awarded ownership of the float, and the Privateer’s were ordered to pay his attorney fees as well. In June, 2015, the Privateers unveiled a new sleighthemed float built by the father and son team of Warren and Tim Klaus. see parade, page 48

Ward 2 seat is now in the cards

Lester Day fun

The next Ward 2 commissioner will be decided next week by cutting cards. BY JOE HENDRICKS

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Santa arrived at Lester Family Fun Day Saturday at The Center, above, which brought out kids and parents to enjoy activities and games all funded by Chuck and Joey Lester, at right. More photos on Page 34.

BRADENTON BEACH – After two attempts, the four sitting city commissioners remained deadlocked as to who would fill the vacant Ward 2 commission seat, so a cutting of the cards will take place at city hall at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 13. The two potential appointees, Marilyn Maro and Anne Leister, will cut a deck of cards, with Maro going first. The candidate who cuts the highest card will assume the commission seat formerly held by Commissioner Ed Straight and they will serve the remainder of the two-year term that expires in November, 2018. The city charter provides for this contingency and states, “If a majority of the commissioners are unable

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Pine Avenue to close for Friday night fest BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN CORRESPONDENT | jhendricks@amisun.com

ANNA MARIA – Pine Avenue will be closed to vehicular traffic during the holiday festivities taking place in Anna Maria on Friday, Dec. 9, from 5:30 p.m. until approximately 9 p.m. The roadway will be closed from just beyond the Roser Memorial Community Church up to Gulf Drive. The street closing will coincide with the Anna Maria Holiday Open House being sponsored by the Anna Maria Island Historical Society and the Anna Maria Island Sun. Those who stroll up and down Pine Avenue during the open house will be treated to light snacks and musical entertainment while visiting the local businesses. “If you’ve attended this event in the past then you would have seen what I have seen, and that’s children running in the street, alcohol being served and people in cars and on motorcycles going up and down Pine. To me that’s a most dangerous thing. It’s not a matter of if someone’s going to get

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Last year's festival featured artificial snow along Pine Avenue. hurt, it’s a matter of when, so I think it’s prudent that we close off Pine Avenue,” Mayor Dan Murphy told city commission members last week. see pine ave, page 22

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Christmas coming to Bridge Street The annual Christmas on Bridge Street event taking place in Bradenton Beach on Saturday, Dec. 17, will feature “an epic hot chocolate bar,” according to Sea-renity Spa owner and Bridge Street Merchants volunteer Amanda Escobio. Christmas on Bridge Street will begin at 4:30 p.m. and continue until approximately 8:30 p.m. Occurring in the vacant lot at 107 Bridge Street, this free evening of holiday entertainment will also include the tallest Christmas tree on the Island; Santa and his sleigh; and The Dickens Carolers singing and telling stories while adorned in Dickens-era costumes. The Dickens Carolers will perform at 6 and 7 p.m. Island musicians Russ and Brandi Adams will perform acoustically throughout the evening and the children’s chorus

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The Dickens Carolers will lend their talents to Christmas on Bridge Street. from the Rowlett Academy in Bradenton will perform at 5 p.m. Special sales will be offered by the participating retailers up and down Bridge Street and there will also be a special Outdoor Holiday Market taking place that night. Those interested in vendor space can contact Melissa Enders at 215906-0668. Merchants on and off of Bridge Street will donate

jewelry and other gift items to the silent auction that will include designer holiday wreaths, gift certificates for hotels and restaurants, beach massages, miniature golf and Segway tours, as well as local art and handcrafted jewelry. A portion of the event proceeds will be given to Turning Points, a Bradenton based nonprofit organization that see christmas, page 39

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Holiday sale at museum The Anna Maria Island Historical Museum is holding a holiday sale. Visitors to the museum will receive 15 percent off on all gift shop merchandise during the month of December. Gift shop items include historical and children’s books, T-shirts, postcards, matted and framed artwork, caps, cups and more. The museum is located at 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Museum hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Light It Up Parade on Saturday The Cortez Yacht Club and the Swordfish Grill will host the inaugural Light It Up Toy Drive Holiday Parade on Saturday, Dec. 10. Serving as a Toys for Tots toy drive, the parade will consist of decorated and lighted golf carts and dinghies traveling from Annie’s Bait & Tackle to Tide Tables and then over to the Swordfish Grill. Parade participants are asked to bring a new unwrapped toy and meet at Annie’s, 4334 127th St W., Cortez, prior to the 5 p.m. parade departure time. An after-party will take place at the Swordfish Grill, 4628 119th St. W. Those who attend the after-party without participating in the parade are asked to bring a new unwrapped toy or make a cash donation in the form of a check. Representatives of the Marine Corps will arrive at around 8 p.m. to collect the donations.

Center launches matching challenge The Center of Anna Maria has launched its annual appeal with a longtime friend of the community center awarding it a $50,000 match for any donation received between now and Dec. 31. The Center provides year ‘round programs for all ages and 85 percent of all money received supports direct program expenses. Last year alone The Center awarded $52,000 to local youth and families in reduced fees and scholarships to participate in sports, afterschool programs, and camps. To make a donation, go on-line to www. centerami.org, send a check to The Center at P.O. Box 253, Anna Maria, FL 34216, call The Center at 941-778-1908 or stop by The Center at 407 Magnolia Ave. in Anna Maria.

Center kids present Christmas play The children in The Center of Anna Maria Island’s drama program will present “The Best Christmas Play Ever,” on Sunday, Dec. 11, at 4 p.m. Admission is free to this family friendly program directed by Beth Shaughnessy. The Center is located at 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria.

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Commission seeks ban on dispensaries

City Commissioners are asking for an outright ban instead of a temporary moratorium on medicinal marijuana dispensaries. BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN CORRESPONDENT | jhendricks@amisun.com

BRADENTON BEACH – City Commissioners have directed City Attorney Ricinda Perry to prepare an ordinance that would ban medical marijuana dispensaries and growing facilities in Bradenton Beach for the foreseeable future. This decision was reached by the four sitting commission members during the Thursday, Dec. 1, meeting. Newly-elected Commissioner John Chappie urged the commission to discard the six-month moratorium on dispensaries discussed by the previous commission on Nov. 17. “I was not sitting up here at the last commission meeting when the last direction was given,” Chappie said in regard to the marijuana moratorium ordinance Perry was asked to prepare for last week’s meeting. “My feeling is just say no. Then whatever the state does, we can come back and establish some ordinances. I don’t see any reason city tax dollars and staff time should be used analyzing and reviewing whether we want dispensing places here in Bradenton Beach,” Chappie said. He said his preference was to direct Perry to draft an ordinance similar to the marijuana ordinance Anna Maria commissioners adopted in September in anticipation of medicinal marijuana being approved by Florida voters in November. The Anna Maria ordinance prohibits growing, cultivating, processing and selling medicinal marijuana within the city limits. Chappie said this approach would still allow the city to revisit the issue if need be at a later date. When the marijuana moratorium was first discussed on Nov. 17, the commission was not asking for a permanent ban on dispensaries, but instead they discussed follow-

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City Attorney Ricinda Perry holds a draft version of a previously discussed marijuana moratorium ordinance that will now be discarded in favor of an ordinance that will prohibit dispensaries. ing the county’s lead in adopting a six-month moratorium that would provide time to develop a local permitting processes and determine where dispensaries could be located. Last week, Commissioner Jake Spooner asked Perry if state law would supersede any new city laws adopted. “Yes and no. State law is preempted by federal law and federal law does not allow for this. So regardless of what the state has articulated in its statues, the argument – and that is what the city of Anna Maria is relying on – is that it’s federally prohibited,” Perry said. Despite the federal prohibition, 29 states have legalized or are in the process of legalizing medicinal marijuana; and eight states and the District of Washington D.C. have legalized recreational marijuana use, according to Governing.com. During the Nov. 17 meeting, Mayor Bill Shearon said he did not consider the city moratorium to be an attempt to enact a permanent ban on dispensaries. “I’m changing my thought here. If we can just say no, it’s done with, and we don’t have to spend our time and effort on it, and we can just go with the federal guidelines,” he said last week. Spooner restated the point he made at the previous meeting in regard to Bradenton Beach voters

My feeling is just say no. Then whatever the state does, we can come back and establish some ordinances.” John Chappie Commissioner expressing the highest level of support in the county for the statewide constitutional amendment, with nearly 80 percent of city voters supporting it. “I don’t know if that reflects that people want a dispensary or not, or they just want access to medical marijuana,” Spooner said. “I think it’s two different things. It’s nothing against medical marijuana; it’s just the distribution,” Shearon said. “But if somebody can’t get it anywhere … ,” Spooner concluded. Chappie then made a motion to direct Perry to draft an ordinance similar to the Anna Maria ordinance, and his motion passed by a 4-0 vote.

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Center board discusses finances City funding from Anna Maria and Holmes Beach is zero to date. BY PAT COPELAND SUN STAFF WRITER | pcopeland@amisun.com

ANNA MARIA – Treasurer Jim Froeschle told the board of directors that four factors contributed to The Center losing $34,000 in October and $141,000 year to date. Froeschle said there are great improvements with programs being added and the range and quality of those programs, and participation is strong, but the revenue has not increased due to the all-inclusive membership. “People are learning what membership to buy to get the best value,” he said. “The people using The Center are getting enormous value, but the program fees are not rising to the extent we had hoped. “Participation levels are up but people are doing it as a member, so they pay $5 instead of $90 or $120. It’s living with the new fee structure we have and figuring out how to market that.” He said rental memberships have decreased due to the lack of a program and added, “We had rental companies

buying annual memberships a year ago, but we have not done that this year, and they have not renewed those, so that puts us down from last year.” In addition, a program designed to draw a steady stream of revenue from businesses in the community was optimistic, and city funding from Anna Maria and Holmes Beach is zero to date.

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“We’re working with the cities to find out what they are looking for from The Center and what we can do to encourage them to fund us,” Froeschle said. “I think they will step up, but I think it will be more in the line of new programs being added. “If they do that, it’s a great thing for the people attending The Center, but it doesn’t help our current budget issue. We’re going to have to live with that. The past of getting funding from the government as an ongoing budget source of revenue appears to be going away.” Executive Director Kristen Lessig said Center officials are making presentations regarding funding to the Anna Maria City Commission on Dec. 8 and the Holmes Beach City Commission on Dec. 13

We’re working with the cities to find out what they are looking for from The Center and what we can do to encourage them to fund us.” Jim Froeschle The Center treasurer He said November should be a good month because The Center would get its funds raised through the Giving Challenge. There also is a $50,000 matching challenge until Dec. 31. “Because of the limitations and the operational area of how much we can do to turn activity into money, we are going to have to recognize a stronger community support, stronger individual donation support and stronger business support going forward. We have to find new members and new supporters,” Froeschle concluded.

Director’s report

Lessig reported that accomplishments for the fiscal year from July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016 include: • Receiving he Manatee County

School Board award for Outstanding Partner of the Year in Education; • Launching the new program center concept and adding a dedicated art space; • Resurfacing the tennis courts; • Enhancing the sports fields through a grant from the Pittsburgh Pirates; • Awarding $52,000 in scholarships and reduced fees. She said goals for fiscal year 2016-17 include: • Increasing memberships; • Increasing partnerships to enhance and elevate programs; • Raising $400,000 in individual donations; • Establishing meaningful partnerships with local businesses to support The Center.

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EDITORIAL And the winner is ...

nce again, a deck of cards will determine who fills a city commission seat in Bradenton Beach; and whichever way the cards fall, the city as a whole will be the real winner. On Tuesday, Dec. 13, Ward 2 residents Marilyn Maro and Anne Leister will cut the deck and the woman who pulls the highest card will be the next Ward 2 commissioner. This will be the second time in slightly more than a year that cutting cards has determined the holder of what is supposed to be an elected office. In 2015, the mayor’s race was settled by this same age-old game of chance, which caught the attention of news outlets nationwide and brought a celebrity chatterbox to town for a day. The prize for winning next week’s competition is a seat on a commission that will face significant challenges. Number one on that list will be enacting vacation rental regulations that protect the remaining residential charm of the city without depleting city coffers via legal fees and court costs initiated by those who view real estate as a commercial endeavor first and foremost.

he winner will also help determine the course of the anchorage and whether the city will rely on increased policing or take another swing at trying to implement a paid mooring field. The drawer of the highest card will inherit the responsibility of assessing the city’s parking challenges; improving drainage in areas that still flood during a moderate rain; and leading the way on a multitude of other important issues and problems known and not yet known. The victor will also have to deal with the joys and frustrations they will experience when dealing with the business owners and residents of the city, each of whom has different needs and wants. And they may have to deal with the anger, accusations and allegations thrown their way by some factions within the city whose actions will at times be based more on raw emotion and personal desires than facts and figures. Rather than being angry that Leister entered this high-stakes game of city politics as a lastminute contestant, the citizens of Ward 2 and Bradenton Beach should be grateful that we have not one, but two intelligent, graceful and principled women who already live full lives, yet are willing to give of themselves in hopes of bettering the community that each of them unquestionably loves.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Commission seat not a given In regard to the delayed appointment of a Ward 2 Bradenton Beach City Commissioner, it is my belief that Ms. Marilyn Maro should have announced her candidacy during the statutory candidate qualifying period earlier this summer. Regardless of the outcome of the Aug. 30 term-limit ballot question, she would have then been in the running to fill the commission seat potentially being vacated by Ed Straight. For a $48 filing fee, she could have been legitimately elected to the Ward 2 seat rather than making it a commission decision. In 2011, when no one stood for the commission seat of the former commissioner who had termed out of office, the commission chose from available candidates to fill the vacancy. When I stood for city commissioner in 2013, despite the fact that I had no opposition, I paid the fee and was formally elected, not selected. At the Dec. 1 city commission meeting, commissioners pointed out that there is no city policy or procedure in place that specifically

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addresses this situation. Therefore, the endorsements of Ms. Maro, while heartfelt, are not relevant except as a means of public comment. Ms. Anne Leister is equally entitled to stand for the commission seat, regardless of her attendance or lack of attendance at any or all city meetings. In fact, there is no policy in place to prevent anyone else from standing before the commission at the Dec. 5 meeting and putting their name forward as well. Ms. Leister’s husband’s employment by Commissioner Jake Spooner is immaterial to her desire to serve on the commission. Our current mayor’s spouse, Tjet Martin, unsuccessfully ran for the Ward 4 commission seat in 2014 and listed on her campaign paperwork that her main source of income was as personal caregiver to William Shearon, who was serving as mayor at the time – and that was not seen as a detriment to her candidacy or her ability to serve on the commission. Jack Clarke Bradenton Beach

Tax situation untenable Editor's note: This letter originally was written to Holmes Beach City Commissioner Jean Peelen. I have lived in my home on Anna Maria Island for 37 years. The ad valorem tax cap of 3 percent has been good for all Floridians. I have always dreamed of passing my home onto my daughters and grandsons. My taxes are $2,100 now and if I pass the home to my grandson, his tax would jump to about $13,000 based on comparable sales on my street. He's a college student and there's no way he could afford to pay that tax and would be forced to sell the home. That's just not right! Do you agree? If so, can you spearhead a solution through legislation that relatives can receive homes like mine and keep the 3 percent cap on tax? Proving relationship could simply be by providing birth certificates. Mike Norman Holmes Beach

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PREVIOUS QUESTION: What is your favorite part of the holiday season on Anna Maria Island?

Anna Maria

10%

The sense of community the Island still has.

The beach.

10005 Gulf Drive.

12/8: City Commission meeting and work session, 6 p.m. 12/13: Planning and Zoning Board meeting, 4 p.m. For information, call 7086130.

Bradenton Beach

5801 Marina Drive.

12/7: Parks and Beautification Advisory Board, 10 a.m. 12/7: Planning Commission, 7 p.m. 12/13: City Commission meeting and work session, 6 p.m. For information, call 7085800.

107 Gulf Drive N.

12/7: Pier Team meeting, 11 a.m. For information, call 7781005.

Island-wide

12/12: Manatee County Tourist Development Council meeting, Holmes Beach City Hall, 9 a.m.

Holmes Beach

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48%

Wednesday

All of the above.

Dec. 7

38%

The warm weather and lack of snow.

THIS WEEK’S SURVEY What do you think of the card-cutting method for breaking tie votes in city commission elections?

• It appears silly but actually is an inexpensive, effective way of breaking a tie vote. • It's ridiculous. • I love it. It's classic Florida absurdity.

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Movement, muscles and more, Aging in Paradise Resource Center, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, second floor, 8 to 9 a.m., $8 per class. Reserve to maryannbrady@aginginparadise. org or 941-383-6493. Roser-Robics chair-based exercise class, Roser Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, 9:30 a.m. Bring two cans of fruit of equal size and weight. Einstein’s Circle discussions, The Center of AMI, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria, 11 a.m. Gentle chair yoga, Anna Maria Island Art League, 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach, noon to 12:45 p.m. $12. Space limited. Movie, “Finding Dory,” Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 3:30 p.m.

Thursday Dec. 8

Boomer Boot camp, Roser Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, 10 to 11 a.m. One class, $15; five classes, $65; 10 classes, $100. Zumba for beginners, Aging in Paradise Resource Center, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, second floor, 10 to 10:45 a.m., $10 per class. Reserve to maryannbrady@aginginparadise. org or 941-383-6493. American contract bridge league, open pairs duplicate bridge games, Aging in

Paradise Resource Center, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, second floor, 1 to 4 p.m., $10 per game with snacks included. Reserve to maryannbrady@ aginginparadise.org or 941-383-6493. Jam in the sand, Manatee Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, 5 to 8 p.m. AMI Centre Holiday Open House, 3200 block East Bay Drive, Holmes Beach, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Friday Dec. 9

Movement, muscles and more, Aging in Paradise Resource Center, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, second floor, 8 to 9 a.m., $8 per class. Reserve to maryannbrady@aginginparadise.org or 941-383-6493. Forty Carrots program for babies and children to age 5, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 10 a.m. Bridge beginners/refresher class, Aging in Paradise Resource Center, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, 2nd Floor, Longboat Key, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., $10 includes coffee and cookies. RSVP to maryannbrady@aginginparadise.org or 941-383-6493. Roser-Robics chair-based exercise class, Roser Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, 11 a.m. Bring two cans of fruit of equal size and weight. Alzheimer’s caregiver support group, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, see CALENDAR, page 47

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Vacation rental workshops pending As of Monday morning, the workshop dates had not yet been determined. BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN CORRESPONDENT | jhendricks@amisun.com

BRADENTON BEACH â€“ The city commission and City Planner Alan Garrett have requested as many as four commission workshops to be scheduled for the review and discussion of the Planning and Zoning Boardâ€™s recommended vacation rental regulations. The recommended regulations are being referred to as the Transient Public Lodging Establishment (TPLE) ordinance. The scheduling request was made at the Dec. 1, commission meeting. During that meeting, no substantive discussion took place on the actual content of the proposed TPLE ordinance. The planning board originally recommended a vacation rental occupancy limit of two people per bedroom plus two additional guests. On Nov. 30, the planning board voted 3-2 in favor of making an additional recommendation to the commission for an eight-person

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The city commission has yet to discuss the proposed TPLE ordinance created by Planning and Zoning Board members Patricia Shay, Reed Mapes, Jim Lynch, John Burns, Frank Harrison and John Metz (not shown in photo). occupancy limit on new vacation rental units or existing structures converted to vacation rentals after the TPLE ordinance is enacted. The TPLE ordinance calls for man-

datory side yard trash pickup for non-owner-occupied rentals, the public posting of owner/agent contact information and interior posting of occupancy and parking allowances that

would be accessible to a police officer who responds to a complaint. The planning board continues to see RENTAL, page 33

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Mayor and commissioners sworn in BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN CORRESPONDENT | jhendricks@amisun.com

ANNA MARIA – Mayor Dan Murphy and Commissioners Brian Seymour and Nancy Yetter were sworn into office during the organizational meeting that preceded the Nov. 30 city commission meeting. The swearing in ceremonies were conducted by City Clerk LeAnne Addy. When being sworn in separately, Seymour, Yetter and Murphy each said, “I do solemnly swear that I will support, protect and defend the constitution and government of the United States and the state of Florida; that I am duly qualified to hold office under the constitution of the state of Florida and the charter of the city of Anna Maria, Florida; and that I will well and faithfully perform the duties of the office of city commission on which I am now about to enter, so help me God.” After being sworn in, Murphy congratulated Seymour on his election and Yetter on her reelection. He also acknowledged the past efforts of former Commissioner Chuck Webb, who fell short in his bid to retain the commission seat he held for many years. “I’d like to thank Chuck Webb for his service and dedication to our city over the years. Chuck has served in many capacities, both on the Planning and Zoning Board and on the commission, and I think he deserves a thank you from the city of Anna Maria,” Murphy said.

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Doug Copeland will continue serving as the commission chair.. At right, Nancy Yetter, Brian Seymour and Dan Murphy are sworn in. Murphy then opened the floor to nominations in regard to who would serve as the commission chair and lead the commission in its meetings. Yetter nominated Commissioner Carol Carter. In his first act as a commissioner Seymour then nominated Copeland. Both members accepted the nominations and Copeland was elected by a 3-2 vote. Seymour, Copeland and Dale Woodland voted in favor of Copeland retaining the chair’s seat. Carter and Yetter voted in favor of Carter assuming that position for the first time. After the meeting, Seymour said he was a little nervous at first sitting up on the dais, but he quickly got comfortable and he hopes to be a quick study in terms of the learning curve that faces new commissioners.

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Faithful procession around the block Pastor Dr. Bob O’Keef had Associate Pastor Neil Crowell lead the Bethlehem Walk this year. BY TOM VAUGHT SUN STAFF WRITER | tvaught@amisun.com

ANNA MARIA – Roser Memorial Community Church drew a good crowd for its annual Bethlehem Walk Saturday night. The weather was perfect as attendees, some dressed in the period, gathered at the church to recreate Joseph and Mary’s walk to Bethlehem

while she was pregnant. The walk attracts lots of children who get a hands-on experience of the story of Christmas. This year, Rev. Dr. Bob O’Keef allowed Associate Pastor Neil Crowell to lead the march around the block. As they walked from one “inn” to another, the crowd sang Christmas carols. The kids sang along, some of them walking with lambs and a llama that are brought to the Island each year. When they made the final stop, at the Sato Real Estate building, the “innkeeper” told them they could rest at the manger with the animals, where Jesus was born. It was at the church. Then the procession arrived, they all gathered around an open door where Joseph and Mary came outside holding the baby. This year, there were two sets of people playing Joseph and Mary. The first couple was Jill and Mark Morris. The second couple was Joelynn Boulris and Charles Gianiotes

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As the nation pauses to remember the attack on Pearl Harbor, which occurred 75 years ago on Dec. 7, 1941, the occasion has special meaning for an Anna Maria Island native, who is serving in the U.S. Navy in the very location that drew the United States into World War II. Petty Officer 3rd Class Nick Tankersley, a 2012 Manatee High School graduate, is assigned to the Navy’s U.S. Pacific Fleet Headquarters. Tankersley is responsible for weapons systems aboard the submarine. “I like that my job allows me to be an integral part of ship safety,” said Tankersley. "The pressure of knowing that the ship makes decisions based on my ability to do my job ensures that I perform at the highest level at all times.” According to Navy officials, the U.S. Pacific Fleet is the world’s largest fleet command, encompassing 100 million square miles, nearly half the Earth’s surface, from Antarctica to the Arctic circle and from the West Coast of the United States into the Indian Ocean. The U.S. Pacific Fleet consists of approximately 200 ships/submarines, nearly 1,100 aircraft, and more than 140,000 Sailors and civilians. Pearl Harbor itself is home to more than 19,000 U.S. Navy sailors, 11 surface ships, 19 nuclear-powered submarines and 19 aircraft.

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Center developing a fundraising program for businesses It involves a booklet of sand dollar coupons that people can use to pay for part of a purchase. BY PAT COPELAND SUN STAFF WRITER | pcopeland@amisun.com

ANNA MARIA – Working off an idea that Anna Maria Commissioner Dale Woodland brought to the board of directors in the fall, The Center’s development committee unveiled an idea to get the community involved in raising money for the Center.

Committee member Sam Pakbaz said he and committee member Patty McBean met with a dozen businesses to try and develop a program that they want to to participate in that has longevity. “The sand dollar program is a way to use the symbiotic relationship between the local community, the tourists and the Island businesses to improve The Center,” he said, “This also is something other non profits can participate in.” He said the program involves a booklet of coupons in the form of

sand dollars and a booklet contains 100 sand dollars with a value of $1 each. “You pay $10 or $20 for the booklet,” he explained. “Then you go to the participating retailers, and for part of your purchase, you can pay using sand dollars. It’s similar to a coupon but with Island pizzazz.” He said it’s good for businesses because it generates traffic and is good for tourists and locals because they save money. It also helps local businesses reach out to local residents.

Businesses will pay a fee to participate in the program as a form of advertising. The sand dollars can be distributed through rental companies, kids can sell them like they do with school and Scout fundraisers, participating businesses can sell them and they can be sold online. Pakbaz said participating businesses to date include the Chilies group of restaurants, Pink and Navy, Beach Bums and Sato Real Estate. He said he hopes to have 20 to 30 businesses to launch the program in February or March.

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Chappie named vice mayor Commissioner Ralph Cole will serve as the new CRA chair. BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN CORRESPONDENT | jhendricks@amisun.com

BRADENTON BEACH – The four sitting commission members were unable to reach majority consensus on the appointment of a new Ward 2 commissioner last week, but they did decide that John Chappie would serve as vice mayor and Ralph Cole would serve as the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) chair. Before term-limiting out of office in November, Ed Straight held both of the positions that were filled at the Dec. 1, City Commission meeting. When Mayor Bill Shearon nominated Chappie to serve as vice mayor, Chappie at first deferred to Cole and Commissioner Jake Spooner. “I’m kind of the new guy here. I’ll do it, but if one of you guys want to do it, that’s fine with me too.” Now in the second year of their first terms as commissioners, neither Cole nor Spooner expressed interest in serving as the vice mayor whose duties include chairing meetings and assuming the other mayoral responsibilities if the mayor is absent, unavailable or incapacitated. Before he became a county commissioner, Chappie previously served as the mayor of Braden-

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Commissioner John Chappie, left, will serve as the new vice mayor and as vice chair of the CRA that will be chaired by Commissioner Ralph Cole, right. ton Beach. Shearon said he nominated Chappie in part because Chappie nominated him to serve as vice mayor when the two men previously served together, and the commission unanimously supported the nomination.

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The appointment of a new CRA chair was less harmonious. The CRA chair leads the CRA meetings that help determine how tax dollars generated in the CRA district are spent, and which projects will be pursued within the district boundaries that extend from the south side of the Cortez Bridge to Fifth Street South.

Shearon nominated himself to serve as the CRA chair, and he nominated Chappie to serve as the vice chair. In doing so, Shearon restated his previously-expressed objections to the city attorney’s legal opinion that according to state statute the CRA acts as a separate and independent governing body from the City Commission. Under this administrative framework, the mayor – unless appointed chair – simply serves as an agency member minus any additional mayoral authority. Shearon has stated in the past that he thinks the CRA should serve as recommending body to the commission, as is the case with the Planning and Zoning Board and the Scenic WAVES Com-

mittee, but his is the sole commission member to hold this opinion. When nominating Cole, Chappie said, “I like to split things up. I nominate Ralph, and the mayor as the vice chair.” In response, Cole said, “I would gladly do it.”. Shearon said, “I will not accept the vice chairmanship.” Shearon then reiterated his concerns about someone other than the mayor being in charge of CRA projects and actions. “As the mayor and the executive head of the city I have oversight. We can’t have two people having administrative oversight. Who’s going to direct staff?” he said. During Straight’s tenure as CRA chair the agency did not encounter any problems that arose from someone other than the mayor serving as chair. The CRA board as a whole provided direction to the department heads who were responsible for carrying out the agency’s directives. When Shearon called for a vote on those in favor of him serving as chair, he was greeted with silence from the other commissioners, who then voted in opposition to his nomination. “I will vote for myself. The motion fails three to one,” Shearon said. The commission, including Shearon, then voted 4-0 in favor of Cole serving as the CRA chair and Chappie serving as the vice chair.

Commission to fill empty seat on Dec. 13 Two people have expressed interest in the seat – former Commissioner Marvin Grossman and resident Dan Diggins. BY PAT COPELAND SUN STAFF WRITER | pcopeland@amisun.com

HOLMES BEACH – City commissioners will decide who will fill the seat formerly occupied by Marvin Grossman at their next meeting at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 13. So far two people have expressed interest in the seat – Grossman and resident Dan Diggins. Chair Judy Titsworth said she plans to ask for nominations and then the commission will vote. Grossman, who did not qualify for re-election in June because he failed to open a campaign bank account, is hoping to serve a third two-year term.

“We’ve really gotten a lot done over the last four years,” Grossman said. “There’s more to finish so the citizens of Holmes Beach and Anna Maria Island will get to Grossman have the peaceful quiet enjoyment of their homes, which I feel is the right of all citizens.” Grossman said he has several unfinished projects he’d like to pursue and added, "I do appreciate the opportunity I’ve had over the past four years to participate in the positive changes we’ve brought about in Holmes Beach.

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Diggins, a newcomer to elected office, has been in commercial aviation most of his adult life as an engineer, a commercial pilot, an air traffic controller and an air safety

investigator. He said the most significant accident investigation he was involved in was that of the space shuttle Columbia in 2003. He also was Diggins a member of the FBI’s joint terrorism task force investigating the terror attacks in 2001 and testified at the 911 Commission about the events of that day. “In 2010, I went overseas to be the civil aviation attaché to the ambassador in Afghanistan for two years,” he explained. “I retired from federal service, and then I went back to Afghanistan for two years as an airport construction consultant to the Japanese government. Following that was a two-year job in Africa to develop an aviation and navigation system for the Republic of Malawi. He then retired for the

second time to the home he and his wife, Rhonda, built in Holmes Beach in 2011. Of his decision to seek a commission seat, he said, “I like the Island; I like the people. The Island is undergoing some pressure and changes, and I think I have the skill set to help meet those challenges.” He said he follows news of the city and the Island in the newspapers and noted, “When you are new to any organization, the first thing you do is listen and learn, and then you’ll know when to take action.” Diggins and his wife, who have five rescue dogs, recently have been active with fundraising activities for the Humane Societies of Manatee and Tampa, Florida Poodle Rescue, All Children’s Hospital and other organizations.

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Pier rehabilitation discussions continue The city must figure out what role the pier tenant and the county will play in funding the pier replacement. BY JOE HENDRICKS SUN CORRESPONDENT | jhendricks@amisun.com

ANNA MARIA – Last week, Mayor Dan Murphy provided the city commission with an update on the efforts to rehabilitate the Anna Maria City Pier. He said he recently spoke with pier tenant Mario Schoenfelder, who is willing to resume the funding discussions that broke off in May. At that time, Schoenfelder sent Murphy a letter that expressed his willingness to contribute $250,000 to the pier rehabilitation once the project was done. He offered an additional $250,000 to be paid upon completion in exchange for two rent-free years that would commence immediately thereafter. His letter stated that if the work began before his lease expired in December 2020, he expected any period of closure to be added to his existing lease or to a new lease. He also sought a 10-year lease renewal. The commission rejected those terms and some commission members felt it would not be difficult to find a new pier tenant. “He is more than willing to reopen our discussions and to let the past be the past,” Murphy said last week. “I need to be able to come back to you with what I think is a reasonable offer for the role of the tenant; and then you need to decide if you like that role or don’t like that role,” he added. Commission chair Doug Copeland said it was important to include

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A structural assessment of the Anna Maria City Pier conducted earlier this year indicated a need to replace the existing pier within the next five years. Schoenfelder in the process because the anticipated work is likely to begin before his lease expires. “If during his lease we shut it down, he’s going to want some sort of compensation,” Copeland said. “I think it’s a great sign that he wants to reopen the discussion,” Commissioner Carol Carter said. “They’re redoing the T-end right now; it looks pretty good,” Commissioner Dale Woodland added.

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with County Administrator Ed Hunzeker, Natural Resources Director Charlie Hunsicker and Tourist Development Council Director Elliot Falcione to discuss the county’s preliminary offer to provide up to $1 million in matching county funds. He said one of his biggest concerns was cost overruns. “The city really can’t afford overruns. Their offer to help us with the money was also contingent on the engineering firm that they are recommending. We had lengthy discussions about that, and that’s still a malleable issue. This is about a $2 million problem and the

county is stipulating a million dollars in assistance,” Murphy said. Woodland reiterated his desire to get another estimate from a second engineering firm. “I’ve spent a lot of time talking to a lot of different people about this. I see no downside in getting two totally separate proposals,” he said. Woodland feels one estimate should come from the county’s preferred firm, which is located on the east coast, and the other should come from a local firm. “If you get a proposal from local contractors and engineers and it’s still in the $2 million range where do we come up with that extra million dollars? I haven’t heard that they’re ready to relinquish the engineering,” Copeland said. “I would think we would have a little bit of bargaining power if they’re so anxious to keep the number one tourist attraction going. That gives you leverage,” Commissioner Nancy Yetter said in reference to the pier’s popularity with tourists. “Elliot Falcione has told me it will not affect tourism one way or another whether that pier is there,” Copeland responded. “I’m sorry, I would disagree with that because I can’t envision taking a picture of submerged pilings,” Murphy said. Carter pointed out that the county’s preferred firm engineered the replacement of three beach groins in Bradenton Beach and that project encountered construction delays and cost overruns. She agreed with Yetter and Woodland that getting a second estimate was a good idea.

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Plant sale The Anna Maria Garden Club held its annual plant sale Saturday, Nov 16, at Roser Memorial Community Church. Organizers said they had a great turnout, and the plants sold quickly.

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blueprint for the county to develop and maximize recreation and open space amenities. “During these meetings we’ll be giving an overview of the existing (parks and green space) conditions and asking people what they want to see in the future,” said Charlie Hunsicker, Manatee County Parks and Natural Resources director. “We’d like to get a wide diversity of comments and for people to tell us in their own words what their expecta-

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discuss several potential amendments to the land development code (LDC) that are aimed at decreasing the size, livable space, buildable space and number of bedrooms for vacation rentals built in the R-1 and R-2 zone districts. The planning board and the City Commission are now working under the six-month building moratorium imposed by city voters during the November elections. The moratorium prevents city staff from accepting new building permit applications for the construction of new homes in the R-1 and R-2 zone districts that have more than four bedrooms or rooms that could be used as sleeping rooms – including dining rooms, living rooms, offices and dens. The commission has not yet held any public discussion on the planning board’s recommended rental regulations and the potential LDC amendments have not yet been presented to the commission.

“The sooner we get to this, the happier I’ll be,” Commissioner John Chappie said in regard to the requested commission workshops. Due to the Christmas holidays, the Dec. 1 meeting was supposed to have been the commission’s final meeting of 2016. “I’m ready to move forward if there’s time in December, so that we can get this moving because of the time frame of the moratorium,” Garrett said. As of Monday morning, no workshops had yet been scheduled. The planning board will meet again at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 21. Bradenton Beach remains the only city on the Island that does not have vacation rental regulations in place. It is also the only city on the Island that has not been subjected to vacation rental-related Bert Harris claims filed on behalf of property owners who feel rental regulations enacted in Anna Maria and Holmes Beach have devalued their rental properties.

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Roser presents Advent Music Festival 2016 With the theme “Almost There,” Roser Memorial Church, 512 Pine Ave, Anna Maria, presents a service of music and readings for Advent Sunday, Dec. 11, at 8:30 and 10 a.m. The orchestra includes flutes, trumpet, cello, bass, piano, percussion and the ensembles include Advent Choir, Men’s Chorus, Women’s Chorus, Joyful Noise, Roser Ringers, Jazz Combo. Cathy Meehan and Randy Zion will narrate. The Theme, “Almost There,” is taken from the anthem by Amy Grant and Michael W. Smith. The Men’s Chorus is singing, “I Hear the Prophet Callin’” and the Joyful Noise Children’s Choir will sing “Blessed is He Who Comes.” The congregation will participate in

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Lester Day brings out the kids This year’s Lester Family Fun Day, held at The Center of Anna Maria Island on Saturday, was filled with fun activities such as cookie decorating, jewelry and ornament making, face painting, a fish pond, pony rides, a petting zoo and more. Kids and parents enjoyed performances by the Diane Partington School of Ballet and the Manatee High School Drum Line and munched on burgers from Duffy’s and hot dogs from the Anna Maria Oyster Bar. Santa arrived by sleigh and kids lined up to tell him their Christmas wishes. Clockwise from right, The Duffy’s crew turned The Center’s kitchen into burgerville. Santa greeted Kevin Griffith and son George, 2. Anna Radojcsics had her face painted and then made a snowman ornament. Sophia Cross played on the slide on the playground. Kids fed ponies and goats in the petting zoo. A dancer from the Diane Partington School of Ballet flew through the air.

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Anna Maria Island gets festive Who needs snow to make the season festive? Certainly nobody who attended the Holmes Beach Holiday Open House last Friday with the lighting of the Christmas tree in the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce parking lot. In addition, businesses are gearing up for charitable causes and there's more in store this weekend. Enjoy the holidays - Island style.

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Members of the Marine Corps League De Soto Detachment #588 cooked lunch and sold items for the Toys For Tots campaign Saturday, sponsored locally by A Paradise Realty 5201 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. For a cash contribution or an unopened, unwrapped, new toy, the men served hot dogs or cheeseburgers. Other collection sites are at Island Vacation Properties, 3001 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce, 5313 Gulf Drive and Duffy’s Tavern, 5805 Marina Drive, all in Holmes Beach; and Swordfish Grill and Tiki Bar, 4628 119th St. W., in Cortez.

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very fisherman’s rod, be it a spinning rod, a fly rod or a casting rod, is constructed in a similar way and has the same basic parts. Have you ever wondered why one rod is more expensive than another and why? Here is a breakdown of the basic components of a fishing rod that should help you understand their construction, and why one rod costs more than another. This should also help you determine which rod is best for you. A rod’s blank is constructed from a product known as prepreg. This material is impregnated with resin and wrapped around a mandrel, which is removed after the blank is formed, giving the rod its basic round shape. This blank holds the guides, ferrules, handle, reel seat and fighting butt.  Prepreg has fibers that have a unidirectional (straight) orientation. The fibers can be made of different materials including fiberglass, graphite, boron or Kevlar. Some rods are made (laid

Reel Time RUSTY CHINNIS up) from a prepreg that has additional fibers that run around or at an angle to the unidirectional fibers. This gives the rod additional strength and influences flex, stiffness and affects its price. A rod’s scrim refers to a light weight material that forms an additional lining under the primary fibers and helps in working the material when it is wrapped around the mandrel. Scrim can be straight or woven and adds what is known as hoop strength to the finished rod. The parts of a rod consist of a blank with a butt section, a fixed hood, a see reel time, page 37

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December fishing options Captain Rick Grassett

You may find reds along with big trout concentrated in potholes, along the edges of bars or tailing on shallow grass flats on negative low tides this month. This is a good month for catch and release snook action around lighted docks in the ICW. Some lights will also have trout and reds making it possible to get a dock slam. There may also be good action in the coastal Gulf with false albacore (little tunny), Spanish mackerel and tripletail, depending on conditions. Snook season closes on the west coast of Florida this month so all snook must be released. However, catch and release snook fishing around lighted docks can be good this month unless it gets too cool. I won’t target snook following a strong cold front or if the water dips below 60 degrees, since they may be stressed at that time. However, it can be very good in December under normal conditions. Larger baitfish will thin out, and snook will gorge themselves on glass minnows and small shrimp in the ICW at night.

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December should be a great month for big trout in skinny water. Patrice Calmierri, from France, caught and released this "gator" on a Grassett Flats Minnow fly while fishing Sarasota Bay with Capt. Rick Grassett

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reel time: Anatomy of a fishing rod FROM PAGE 36

reel seat, a sliding hood, a locking ring, handle, guides, ferrules and a tip. The butt section is the cork part of the rod behind the reel seat that fits into a fighting harness or into the stomach when playing a fish. On a spinning and casting rod, it’s where the non-dominant hand holds the rod. The reel seat is where the reel foot is placed either on or near the blank, while the hoods secure the reel to the rod. The fixed hood is the metal receiver where one end of the reel foot is placed. The sliding hood is the rear receiver that holds the other end of the reel foot. The locking ring is a nut that puts pressure on

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the sliding hood and holds the reel securely in place. The handle is the cork where the dominant hand is placed. The guides hold the line along the length of the blank. The ferrules connect sections of a rod. The tip as the name implies is the section at the top of the rod. You may also have heard the term taper. A rod’s taper refers to the diameter of a rod from the butt to the tip. The taper effects the rod’s action. Most rods have either a fast action (stiff) or a slow action(flexible). When you’re shopping for a new outfit, knowing the parts and construction of a rod will help you make an informed decision.

The most important part of the rod and the one that most affects its price and your buying decision is the blank. The materials and the method of construction of the blank determines its price. The least expensive rods are made from fiberglass, while the expensive ones are constructed with graphite, boron and Kevlar. While fiberglass may be good for a beginner, the more expensive rods are a better choice for the seasoned angler. Armed with this information, you’ll have the knowledge you need to determine how much you spend on a rod. This decision can positively affect your angling efficiency and enjoyment.

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captains: December fishing options FROM PAGE 37

I like docks that have a good tidal flow and deep water under them. CAL jigs with shad tails and jerk worms, DOA Tiny TerrorEyz and DOA Shrimp are my favorite lures for snook at night. Fly anglers should do well with sink tip fly lines and small white flies. Fish peak tidal flows for the fastest action. You might find reds in potholes or along the edges of flats and bars on negative low tides. They may also tail on shallow grass when the tide is low. Weedless rigged CAL shad tails and jerk worms, DOA Shrimp and lightly weighted flies with weed guards will work well in that situation. As the tide rises, reds will spread out and feed on shallow flats. You may also find them around docks this month. I usually let the stage of the tide tell me where to look for reds. You may also find big trout in skinny water this month in many of the same areas where you find reds. The same lures and techniques that I use for reds will also work for trout in the same areas. I release all big trout (over 20 inches) since they are usually females and I feel it is important that they are left in the water as breeders. You also should find trout on deep grass flats this month along with blues, flounder or pompano. Blues may sometimes feed on the surface, so bird

activity may give their presence away. Pompano may skip when you drift or run past them, and when that happens, circle back upwind and drift through the area casting ahead of your drift. Flounder prefer a mix of sand and grass, particularly in potholes or on the edges of bars. I like to drift and cast ahead of my drift with CAL jigs and a variety of plastic tails or DOA Deadly Combos. Fly anglers should score with sink tip fly lines and weighted flies, like Clousers or my Grassett Deep Flats Bunny fly, which behaves like a jig with a shad tail. I like the shallow flats of north Sarasota Bay for reds and trout in December and deep grass flats close to passes, on points and along sand bars for trout, blues, flounder and pompano. There should still be good action in the coastal Gulf with Spanish mackerel, blues, false albacore and tripletail. Rough or cold water later in the month may slow the action and move fish south or offshore. Look for terns either diving or hovering low over the surface of the water to find albies, blues and mackerel feeding on the surface. Once you’ve found them, cast top water plugs or CAL jigs with shad tails to catch them. Fly anglers should score with glass minnow fly patterns, poppers or Crease flies. Sometimes top water plugs or fly poppers

will draw fish to the surface, especially over structure. You’ll need to add wire or heavy fluorocarbon to your leader when blues and mackerel are around. Look for tripletail around crab trap floats or channel markers. Once you’ve located a fish, work back into the wind or current with an electric trolling motor to get into casting range and cast a DOA shrimp, a weedless-rigged CAL shad tail or lightly weighted fly with a weed guard to them. Try to make your first shot count since they are much tougher to catch once they know you’re there. There will be lots of options in December, although weather becomes more of a factor. When fishing flats, I usually let conditions and the stage of the tide determine when, where and what I will target. I like to fish the coastal Gulf for false albacore and tripletail whenever conditions are good. Whatever you choose to do, please limit your kill; don’t kill your limit!

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This nice group of kingfish was caught by Dan Sattler, front left, Devon Pietrini, front right, and their dads, Doug Sattler and Wayne Pietrini while fishing recently with Captain Larry McGuire about 65 miles off Anna Maria Island.

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CHRISTMAS: Coming to Bridge Street FROM PAGE 3

provides a variety of services designed to assist individuals and families on a path from homelessness to financial stability and independence. “While we are having fun with our friends and neighbors this night, we will also be celebrating the true meaning of Christmas by helping Turning Points do all the big things they do for those in

need,” Escobio said. There will be limited parking available along Bridge Street, behind the BridgeWalk resort, at Bradenton Beach City Hall, at the post office and just south of Bridge Street along Cortez Beach. The Island Monkey Bus (941565-6542) and the Adventure Away’s new AMI Beach Bus (941315-8607) will be running, and folks also are encouraged to take

the free Anna Maria Island Trolley. Christmas on Bridge Street is being sponsored by the Bridge Street Merchants, the Anna Maria Island Sun, the Bradenton Herald, the Manatee County Convention and Visitors Bureau, Bright House Networks and Grayhawk Window Systems. For more information, call 941896-2222 or visit www.christmasonbridgestreet.com.

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REAL ESTATE

DECEMBER 7, 2016

Are you in style?

hat style home is the right fit for you? Is it a ranch, a colonial, a Mediterranean, a modern, a contemporary, a cottage or any other number of designs? Or is the home of your dreams one that just feels right and has the perfect location? If you’re a stickler for labels, there are a few changes in the popularity of home styles that may surprise you. In the state of Florida, you can hardly drive a half mile without seeing a Mediterranean style home. Obviously, Florida builders decided that the Mediterranean Sea was close enough to the Gulf of Mexico and Pacific Ocean to justify flooding the market with stucco walls, tumbled stone and wrought-iron accents. But guess what? The quintessential Florida Mediterranean home has fallen both in popularity and

Castles in the Sand Louise Bolger in value around the country in the past four years per Realtor.com. Replacing it is the modern/contemporary home the value of which has increased 37.4 percent during the same time. Even the traditional Victorians and colonials have surpassed the Mediterranean in value between 14 and 19.4 percent. So, what exactly is a modern home compared to a contemporary? Not such an easy question to answer. Modern homes typically have simple lines and aesthetics that are minimalist, reminiscent of the

1950’s and 1960’s mid-century era. Sounds kind of like contemporary me, but the website Houzz says the contemporary homes are more playful in materials and bright colors – a little less Frank Lloyd Wright and a little more beach/ mountain relaxed. According to the National Association of Realtors, single-family houses described as modern make up only 0.6 percent of the homes listed compared to 10.3 percent for homes described as contemporary. In addition, homes listed as contemporary sell on average for $275,000 more per Realtor.com. indicating the days of flat roofs, monochromatic colors and exposed steel and concrete may be over. Confused? Of course you are, as you should be since the lines between contemporary and modern

are so blurred as to not be clear to anyone. It’s all in the wording and the buyer’s perception of what the difference is. And if changing fashion in home styles isn’t enough for one week, how about changing styles in home appliances? Remember those oversized sub-zero refrigerators and Wolf ranges that everyone lusted after? Well, if you never got one, you are so back in style. It appears that although minimalist may not be popular in homes anymore, it is very much in style in appliances. Compact appliances that are common in Europe and Asia are starting to make their way into the traditional American kitchen. Twenty-four-inch refrigerators, 18-inch dishwashers and see BOLGER, page 41

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Holiday Happenings Thursday, Dec. 8

AMI Centre holiday open house, East Bay Drive , Holmes Beach, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 9

Anna Maria City Pier Park holiday celebration at Pine Avenue and N. Bay Boulevard in Anna Maria, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Anna Maria holiday open house on Pine Avenue and Gulf Drive, Anna Maria, 5:30 to 8 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 10

Kids Christmas play, The Center of AMI, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria, 4 p.m.

Privateers Parade, Bayfront Park in Anna Maria to Coquina Beach in Bradenton Beach, 10 a.m. Cortez Holiday Parade, meet at Annie's Bait and Tackle, 4334 127th St. W., Cortez, 5 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 17

Sunday, Dec. 11

Wednesday, Dec. 21

Anna Maria Island Community Chorus and Orchestra Christmas concert at CrossPointe Fellowship, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, 2 p.m.

Bridge Street Holiday open house, Bradenton Beach, 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Lawton Chiles Christmas for Kids Party at the Sandbar restaurant, 100 Spring Ave., Anna Maria 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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BOLGER: Are you in style? FROM PAGE 40

24-inch ovens are all the rage. Even your mother’s Kitchen Aid mixer has been downsized to a mini version, and manufacturers are experimenting with washers and dryers in the kitchen, again very European, saving valuable square footage in what once were laundry rooms. GE says it is continuing to look for ways to downsize appliances, pointing out that approximately 10 percent of U.S. living spaces are smaller than 1,000 square feet. Besides, do most Americans really cook on a daily basis? Two career families, kids in after school activities and the ability to get almost anything delivered is putting a real dent in nightly family dinners. Build another walk-in closet and keep the appliances small. The only thing I ever looked for in a home is what I see out the windows. I’ll take a Mediterranean with an awesome water view over a contemporary in a cul-de-sac any day. And keep the sub-zeros – I never wanted one anyway.

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Chiles’ group skips the straw The “Skip the Straw” campaign has taken hold in Anna Maria Island. Last month, the Chiles Restaurant Group joined the campaign and will now only give biodegradable straws to customers upon request. Joining the initiative for a sea of change that is taking place one straw at a time, the program was implemented at the Chiles Group’s three waterfront restaurants – Mar Vista Dockside in north Longboat Key; the BeachHouse restaurant in Bradenton Beach and the Sandbar restaurant in Anna Maria – to help address concerns about plastic pollution on land and in our oceans. According to Sarah Kollar, project and outreach specialist for Ocean Conservancy in Washington, D.C., “Straws are one of the top 10 items collected during the annual International Coastal Cleanup.” “When it comes to being environmentally conscious, most of us don’t think twice about the disposable plastic straw,” said restaurant owner Ed Chiles. “Hopefully by communicating our actions, we will raise awareness regarding plastic pollution and its impact on the environment.” The Chiles Group is making significant

strides in its efforts to be plastic-free and has implemented single-stream recycling at all three locations. This includes the introduction of an alternative to the plastic cup, made exclusively of a commercial food grade cornstarch product that is completely biodegradable. Other eco-initiatives include the elimination of all foam containers, saltine cracker wrappers and other non-biodegradable products normally associated with food service operations. Some of the next steps include the introduction of a complete line of eco-friendly to-go containers and reusable packing crates for produce and seafood. The restaurant group will communicate its environmentally responsible actions in the form of green messages designed to engage, educate and encourage its customers to join in their sustainable efforts to “Skip the Straw.” “As we ramp up our efforts to reduce our plastic footprint, we hope we can encourage others to do the same,” Chiles said. More information on the Chiles Restaurant Group “Skip the Straw” campaign and other eco-initiatives can be found online at www.islanddining.com.

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New arrival Grace Marie Fonseca was born Sept. 30, 2016, to parents Rikki and Tammy Fonseca, of Bradenton. Grace, who weighed in at 8 pounds, 15 ounces and was 20.5 inches long, has charmed her three brothers, Joe, 7; Matt, 5; and Chris, 2; and is sure to be the princess of the household. Rikki is The Sun’s graphic artist.

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Fish cleaning made simple Two fish cleaning tables, complete with carcass tubes and hand water pumps, have been installed on the docks at Kingfish boat ramp.

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Lena Reid, center, daughter of Patti and Rodney Reid, of Holmes Beach, graduated from U.S. Naval Officer Candidate School at Newport, R.I. on Nov.10. She plans to attend flight school in Pensacola, Fla., in February.

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Touching experience Fourth-grade students at Anna Maria Elementary get a hands-on look at sea creatures, some of which are located in the bay behind the school, after Mote Marine Laboratory brought its portable touch tank to the school Monday morning.

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AMOB to donate proceeds to the Center The Center’s board of directors learned that to celebrate the Anna Maria Oyster Bar’s 20th anniversary, owner John Horne plans to donate proceeds from the sales of a special birthday cocktail on the 20th of every month to local non-profit organizations. The Center will be the recipient of the funds in January. Horne said the cocktail will be named the Birthday Cake Cocktail, and the donation will include proceeds from all four restaurants – on the Historic Bridge Street Pier in Bradenton Beach, Cortez at 6696 Cortez Road W. and Landside at 6906 14th St. W, both in Bradenton, and Ellenton at 1525 51st Ave. E. The non profits that will benefit from the donations will be determined by a committee of Oyster Bar personnel later this month.

Old Settler’s Bread at musuem The Anna Maria Island Historical Museum will be selling its popular Old Settler’s Bread on Wednesdays beginning Dec. 7. Loaves are $5 each. The museum is located at 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Museum hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Promoting CPR classes

West Manatee Fire and Rescue Commissioner George Harris at the Nov. 16 fire commission meeting asked about promoting the CPR program and

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fostering public participation. Fire Chief Tom Sousa said the district has three CPR instructors, and they teach classes at the Island Branch Library and at the fire administration building at 6417 3rd Ave. W. in Bradenton. “It is offered four times a month to the public,” he said. “We offer the heart saver class and the health care provider class.” “Our goal is to get 500 trained this year. The focus is to try and get as many people as possible, so when we arrive on scene, CPR is being performed. That’s the only way you are going to raise your save rates.” Sousa said the fire district doesn’t charge for the class other than $6 for the card, and eight people are allowed per instructor.

Commissioner requests beach mat response Holmes Beach Commissioner Jean Peelen has asked the Island mayors to pursue a response from Manatee County regarding a request to install beach mats at the two public beaches for mobility-impaired beachgoers. Beach mats are nylon, carpet like runners that are 6 to 8 feet wide and long enough when rolled out to reach from a hard surface to the shore. They allow wheelchair users, mothers with strollers and people with canes to access the beach. “This is particularly important since I understand the county may be pursuing beach renourishment money from the fund established after the recent hurricane,” she said in an e-mail. “There is a requirement under Americans with Disabilities Act that municipal beaches be accessible.”

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SPORTS

DECEMBER 7, 2016

Team Planet Stone teen champions BY MONICA SIMPSON SPECIAL TO THE SUN

As the kids on the Island get older, juggling academics, school extracurricular activities and social activities becomes increasingly demanding. For many of them who grew up on the Island, finding time to come back to the Island’s community center is on the list of priorities. The Center is common ground, a place of comfort, bringing back good memories and forging new memories to carry on with them into the future. Long-time Center youth Ava and Josie Alderson, Travis Bates, Tyler Brewer, David Daigle, Thomas Heckler, Bryce Higgins, Tres Maddox, Tuna McCracken and Michael Pears, most of which have played sports at the center since kindergarten, returned to The Center each week during the past three months to play soccer, as they have done for so many years. Many of them are quickly approaching high school, but the passion for the game, enjoyment of playing with and against friends and the love of competition continues to bring the Island area youth to the participate in community center sports. Last week, the playoff games of the season found 18 teens on the field in the 11- to 14-year-old youth soccer league at The Center. Team Planet Stone lead the season with the strong leg of Chris Snyder and field skills of Nicholas Cavalluzzi. It came down to two games before the champions were crowned on Nov. 29 at the island pitch. Going into the semi-final game, Team Tyler’s Ice Cream and Team Progressive Cabinetry tied three games during the regular season, making the playoff match-up much anticipated. Progressive Cabinetry was able to get goals by the league's most formidable goalie, Thomas Heckler, and stop the team’s powerhouse, Tyler Brewer, winning the semi-final game last Monday night. The victory pitted Progressive Cabinetry against the team that had the most unanswered goals in the season. As the clear underdog, Progressive Cabinetry’s performance in the championship game showed the team’s true soccer talent and heart. Showing their love of the sport and commitment to their team, three of the

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Team Planet Stone captured the 11- to 14-year-old soccer championship at The Center last Tuesday night. Pictured left to right: Chris Snyder, Nicholas Cavalluzzi, coach Joel Snyder, Jack Barnes, Bryce Higgins and Michael Pears. Not pictured is Kiera Johnston. players sprinted onto the field having just completed a middle school game in Sarasota. Daigle, Cavalluzzi and Jack Barnes, eighth-graders at Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School, came into the Island game after a school victory against Sarasota Christian School. With tired and tight legs, the three boys went from teammates to adversaries and then friends again in less than an hour. Outsized, with Planet Stone’s noticeable height and size advantage on the field, Progressive Cabinetry’s sixthand seventh-grade players stepped up their games and proved that size does not matter when the desire to win is there. Newcomers to the Island’s field, Christian and Nicholas DeWitt and Sadie Johnson, made critical stops and strong passes to help keep their team well in the game the entire 40 minutes of play. Striking quick and striking hard, Snyder nailed the first goal after less than two minutes of play. The 1-0 lead could have set a defeatist tone to the game for Team Progressive Cabinetry,

but the squad would not quit. With Barnes in the goal for Planet Stone, friend and classmate Daigle took the shot to tie the game. Barnes stopped the goal preserving his team’s lead early in the game. Snyder scored again five minutes into the game, with a diving save attempt by Connor Ludwig. New to the goalkeeping position, Ludwig saved the bullet shot by Cavalluzzi. Making key saves, Ludwig stopped the shot by Higgin,s who was forced to change field direction and shoot a more difficult shot due to the tenacious defensive play of Johnson. Taking the soccer ball down the field, dribbling past Higgins and Pears, Daigle hit his first goal of the night for Progressive Cabinetry. With Cavalluzzi in the goal, C. DeWitt took a shot that woke up the defense of Team Planet Stone, after good offensive play by his team. With two minutes left on the clock, Snyder hit his third goal of the game, taking back the two-point lead in the game. Quickly answering back, Daigle

took the corner kick directly hitting C. DeWitt, who took the shot. The shot bounced back to Daigle, who made the critical pass to McCracken. Taking the shot and scoring, Team Progressive Cabinetry went into the second half with only a one-point deficit. After huge defeats during the regular season, Progressive Cabinetry started the second half of play with spark and positive energy. McCracken and Higgins started in goal for their teams with 20 minutes left to play in the championship game. Snyder made a run with the ball with Johnson hot on his heals, forcing the shot that went wide to the left of the goal. N. DeWitt showed his offensive strength beating Snyder down the field for the tying goal. Despite Snyder’s substantial height advantage on DeWitt, the Progressive Cabinetry hustler would not give up his position on the pitch. Cavalluzzi back on the field took a shot on McCracken, but could not find see SPORTS, page 47

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mark your calendar Holmes Beach, 2 p.m. Sunset drum circle, Manatee Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, 5 to 8 p.m. Holiday carols in the park with Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus and Orchestra, City Pier Park, corner of Pine Avenue and North Bay Boulevard, Anna Maria, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Holiday Open House, Gulf Drive and Pine Avenue, Anna Maria, 5:30 to 8 p.m. .

Origami class, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 10 a.m. Lego club and Holiday Make It and Take It, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 2 p.m. Music on the porch, Florida Maritime Museum, Cortez Road and 119th Street West, Cortez, 2 to 5 p.m. Cortez Holiday Parade, meet at Annie’s Bait and Tackle, 4334 127th St. W., Cortez, 5 to 10 p.m.

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Saturday

Master Gardener Tour, Riverview Pointe Preserve, end of 75th Street, Bradenton, 9 to 11 a.m. Reserve to 941-722-4524. American contract bridge league, open pairs duplicate bridge games, Aging in Paradise Resource Center, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, second floor, 9 a.m. to noon, $10 per game with snacks included. Reserve to maryannbrady@ aginginparadise.org or 941-383-6493. Privateers Christmas Parade, Bayfront Park in Anna Maria to Coquina Beach in Bradenton Beach, 10 a.m.

Dec. 11

Marine debris kayak task force, Robinson Preserve, 99th Street Northwest and 17th Avenue Northwest, Bradenton, 9 a.m. to noon. Reserve to 941-742-5923, ext. 6044, or Cary.Catts@ mymanatee.org. Beach Market, Coquina Beach, Bradenton Beach, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. A Holiday Celebration by the Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus and Orchestra, CrossPointe Fellowship, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, $25. Youth Christmas play, The Center of Anna Maria Island,

407 Magnolia Ave., 4 p.m.

Monday Dec. 12

Movement, muscles and more, Aging in Paradise Resource Center, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, second floor, 8 to 9 a.m., $8 per class. Reserve to maryannbrady@aginginparadise.org or 941-383-6493. Gentle Yoga & Meditation with Joan Dickerson, Anna Maria Island Art League, 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach, 10:45 to 11:45 a.m., $12. Bring a mat. Social bridge games, Roser Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, noon.

Tuesday Dec. 13

Preschool story time, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 10 a.m. Boomer Boot camp, Roser Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, 10 to 11 a.m. One class, $15; five classes, $65; 10 classes, $100. Duplicate bridge, Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, 12:30

p.m. American contract bridge league, open pairs duplicate bridge games, Aging in Paradise Resource Center, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, second floor, 1 to 4 p.m., $10 per game with snacks included. Reserve to maryannbrady@ aginginparadise.org or 941-383-6493. Holidays Under the Sea, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 3:30 p.m.

Wednesday Dec. 14

Movement, muscles and more, Aging in Paradise Resource Center, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, second floor, 8 to 9 a.m., $8 per class. Reserve to maryannbrady@aginginparadise.org or 941-383-6493. Roser-Robics chair-based exercise class, Roser Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, 9:30 a.m. Bring two cans of fruit of equal size and weight. Einstein’s Circle discussions, The Center of AMI, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria,

11 a.m. Coloring Club, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 12 p.m. Gentle chair yoga, Anna Maria Island Art League, 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach, noon to 12:45 p.m. $12. Space limited. Chess Club, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 2 p.m.

Thursday Dec. 15

Kayaking for first timers, Robinson Preserve, 99th Street Northwest and 17th Avenue Northwest, Bradenton, 9 a.m. to noon. Reserve to 941-742-5757, ext. 7. Boomer Boot camp, Roser Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, 10 to 11 a.m. One class, $15; five classes, $65; 10 classes, $100. Zumba for beginners, Aging in Paradise Resource Center, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, second floor, 10 to 10:45 a.m., $10 per class. Reserve to 941-3836493 or maryannbrady@ aginginparadise.org. Book Club, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 10:15 a.m.

Successful Women Aligning Together, Bridge Street Bistro, 111 Gulf Drive, Bradenton Beach, 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Members, $12, guests, $17. RSVP to swatami@gmail.com. American contract bridge league, open pairs duplicate bridge games, Aging in Paradise Resource Center, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, second floor, 1 to 4 p.m., $10 per game with snacks included. Reserve to 941-383-6493 or maryannbrady@aginginparadise.org. Knitting/crochet group, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, 2 p.m. Jam in the sand, Manatee Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, 5 to 8 p.m.

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Dec. 16 Movement, muscles and more, Aging in Paradise Resource Center, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, second floor, 8 to 9 a.m., $8 per class. Reserve to 941383-649 or maryannbrady@ aginginparadise.org.

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the net. Showing their team’s diversity and natural athletic talent, Ludwig and the DeWitts passed the soccer ball down the field finally finding the feet of Ludwig who took the shot and scored the go ahead goal. As the excitement grew at The Center with the championship for both teams to win, each team stepped up its game with 15 minutes on the scoreboard clock. Team Planet Stone took the ball down field with passes from Cavalluzzi to Barnes. Snyder hit his fourth and final goal of the game after the cross-field pass by Barnes. With the game tied, Cavalluzzi took two back-to-back shots on McCracken in the 30th and 31st minutes of the game. Marking five saves in the game, McCracken denied both scoring opportunities, but could not stop the third scoring attempt by Higgins, moving his team ahead 5-4. Progressive Cabinetry moved Ludwig back into the goal, hoping to use

McCracken’s offensive and defensive skills to tie up the game in the final minutes of the on field battle. Off a corner kick by Cavalluzzi, the ball went off of the hands of goalkeeper Ludwig scoring an own goal, giving Planet Stone a two-point lead. Ludwig finished the game with four critical saves. Daigle pushed his team forward with a strong drive down the field scoring with four minutes ticking down, taking the score to 6-5. Team Progressive Cabinetry fought hard to tie the game hoping to win the game in regulation time or force a shoot out. After shooting a ball that hit hard off the crossbar, Daigle received a yellow card for arguing that the referee had not been calling fouls on Team Planet Stone for shoving and pushing from behind throughout the game. Despite its impassioned effort, Progressive Cabinetry could not find the net for the tying shot, but its efforts proved it was a team with fight, playing hard to the very last second.

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ward 2: in the cards FROM PAGE 1

to fill a vacancy after two meetings, then the successor shall be chosen by lot by the city clerk from the nominees proposed.” Chosen by lot means the vacancy is filled by a game of chance, as was the case when cards were cut to decide the tied mayor’s race in 2015, in a ceremony conducted by Supervisor of Elections Mike Bennett. The late emergence of Leister as a candidate at the Thursday. Dec. 1 commission meeting resulted in the first of two 2-2 votes. Mayor Bill Shearon nominated Maro and Commissioner John Chappie supported the nomination. Commissioner Ralph Cole then nominated Leister and Commissioner Jake Spooner supported that nomination. Thursday’s tie vote led to a special meeting that took place Monday evening, Dec. 5, at city hall, which resulted in a second 2-2 vote.

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The Dec. 5 meeting saw several citizens provide public comment, most of which also entailed expressions of support for Maro, some holding signs that said, “I stand for Marilyn.” Residents Patricia Shay and John Metz expressed concerns about Lester’s husband, Steve, being employed by the Bridge Street Bazaar, which is owned by Spooner. Steve manages the warehouse operations that sup-

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Above, City Commission Candidate Marilyn Maro, accompanied by her husband, Eddie, watches the proceedings Monday evening. Left, candidate Anne Leister addresses the commission Monday night.

ply Spooner’s retail business and the Island Bazaar in Holmes Beach owned by Spooner’s mother. Metz questioned whether this would result in Anne Leister’s decisions as a commissioner being influenced by Spooner. Karen Clarke, wife of former Mayor Jack Clarke, pointed out that Mayor Shearon’s significant other and personal caretaker, Tjet Martin, ran for a

city commission seat in 2014 and her candidacy was not challenged. According to the Manatee County Supervisor of Elections office, there is no state or local law that prohibits two members of the same household from serving on the same governing body, as long as they do not discuss their government business outside of a public meeting. The same provisions would apply to Spooner and Mrs. Leister. Leister was unable to attend the Dec.

1, meeting, but she addressed the commission Monday night. “I live by the character of my convictions. I have my own job and my own income, so I don’t really rely on my husband’s income,” she said, noting that she makes her own decisions and would not be influenced by her husband’s employer. Leister is a sales director for Coventry Workers’ Comp Services. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Ohio University and she is actively involved in the PTO at Anna Maria Elementary and King Middle School. “I have the city’s best interest at heart too,” she said. Maro did not address the commission Monday night, but she made some brief comments at the Dec. 1 meeting. Some who attended the two meetings were critical of the fact that Leister did not submit her application until Wednesday, Nov. 30; whereas Maro submitted her application in late September and attended most city meetings after that. Leister attended a moratoriumrelated town hall meeting earlier this summer. The last commission meeting she attended was in December 2015, when she expressed concerns that a proposed building moratorium would have unintended consequences for large permanent families like hers that require homes with more than four bedrooms.

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Last week, Maddox appealed to the city of Anna Maria to intervene on his behalf. On Thursday, Dec. 8, the city commission will review the special event permit previously issued to the Privateers for the parade that is scheduled to leave from Bayfront Park in Anna Maria at 10 a.m. and then travel south through Holmes Beach and Bradenton Beach. On Nov. 29, the city of Anna Maria received a letter from Maddox that said he has been denied entry into the Privateers’ recent parades because he and the Privateers have been at odds since he sued the organization over ownership of the float. Maddox contends qualified entrants should not be excluded from a public event that takes place on public property made available for a civic purpose. His letter claims not allowing him to participate in the parade is a violation of the Florida Civil Rights Act of 1992. “The hosting of a community parade to celebrate Christmas is not in dis-

pute. The ability to exclude qualified participation based on dislike is what is in dispute,” his letter said. In response, Mayor Dan Murphy sent a letter to Maddox that said his appeal of the Privateers’ special event permit application had been scheduled for the Dec. 8 meeting. According chapter 10 of the city code of ordinances, “Any person who is aggrieved by the determination of the city in regard to a public events permit may petition the city commission for review of the city’s findings. The city commission’s factual review shall be limited to the information before the city when the decision was made on the application. The city commission shall approve, approve with conditions or deny the petition. Any appeal of a decision by the city commission shall be taken to a court of competent jurisdiction in accordance with applicable state law.” The commission could deny Maddox’s appeal; could order the special event permit to be modified in manner

It’s our parade and we retain the right to refuse people we feel do not fit into our premises of community spirit and good will.” Tim “Hammer” Thompson Privateer that would force the Privateers to allow all interested parties in their parade; or the permit could be cancelled and the parade could be prohibited in Anna Maria.

Privateers respond

Citing Facebook comments Maddox posted about last year’s parade, Privateers’ President John “Red Beard” Swager said the organization has no desire to include participants who do not exemplify the joy of the season. “The whole reason he’s not in the parade is because he’s not in the holiday

spirit. If you’re going to show up with a Grinch-style attitude, then don’t show up. We would deny anyone access to the parade who’s not in the holiday spirit. This is a family and children’s event. It’s not anything that we’ve done; it’s what he’s done,” Swager said on Sunday. Privateer Tim “Hammer” Thompson said, “It’s our parade, and we retain the right to refuse people we feel do not fit into our premises of community spirit and good will. If a strip club wanted to participate we could refuse them too.”

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Red white and blue The Bonnie Gray Dancers performed for the Off Stage Ladies of the Island Players at their November meeting held at IMG Academy Country Club on Nov. 9. They performed a patriotic medley and got the Off Stage Ladies on their feet.

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Sandy Santa

Rotary District Governor Ladd Waldo attended the Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island on Wednesday, Nov. 29, to honor Pam and Steve Schlueter for becoming Arch Klumph Society members by donating at the highest levels for local and national Rotary Club charities. Waldo praised the Island Rotary Club for being a strong contributor to the club’s commitment to good deeds. The Schlueters had some bad news for the Island club; they are transferring to the Lakewood Ranch club next year, near where they live, because of the increasing traffic and the time it takes to get to club meetings.

Christine Morin poses on the beach with a sandy Santa made by her sister, Kim Skardoutos.

Memorial presents Winter Luminary Walk

De Soto National Memorial will light its trails with thousands of luminaries on Saturday, Dec. 17, from 7 to 9 p.m. The evening will feature music from the Manatee High School Orchestra, Native American musician Juan R. Leon, guitarist Rex Willis and opera soprano Natalie Almeter. Walk along the park’s trails as you are guided with traditional luminaries. Stroll the boardwalk alight with thousands of holiday lights and sit under the gumbo limbos that are illuminated with seasonal colors. The event is free. To get to De Soto National Monument, take Manatee Avenue off the Island to 75th Street N.W. at the first stoplight on the Island. Turn left and head north to the end of the road, which leads to the monument’s parking lot. You can avoid the hassles of parking by catching the shuttle from King Middle School located at 600 75th St N.W. Shuttles start at 6:30 p.m. and run until 9:30 p.m. for more information, call the Memorial at 941-7920458 or visit the website at www.nps.gov/deso.

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an opportunity to learn about kayaking at Robinson Preserve at 1704 99th St. N.W. on Thursday, Dec. 13, from 9 a.m. to noon. No previous experience is needed. ACA certified instructors from WayneAdventures will give a three-hour class during which they will explore the marshes. For those interested in learning how to load a kayak on a car, a demo will follow. Kayak and gear are available from the county’s West Coast Inland Navigational District -funded fleet or attendees may bring their own. All participants must wear a life jacket. Reserve to 941-742-5757, ext. 7.

The Center needs help The Center of AMI needs volunteers to help at the front desk, to read and tutor for the Beyond the Classroom learning program which runs from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays and for various tasks and events. If you want to make a difference, contact Volunteer Director Robyn Kinkopf at 778-1908, or robyn@centerami.org or come to The Center on Wednesday, Dec. 7, at noon or 6 p.m. for a group orientation.

Explore the past

Learning about shipwrecks Senior Adventures, the group that gathers regularly for fun, education and adventure, will meet on Friday, Dec, 9 at the Florida Maritime Museum, 4415 119th St W, Cortez, at 10 a.m. to tour the Shipwreck Exhibit. A $3 donation is suggested. They’ll have lunch at Star Fish. For more information, call Peg Miller at 941-778-3106.

Alzheimer’s care givers meet Sue Fox, a representative of the Sarasota Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association, will host a program for caregivers of people with memory problems, including Alzheimer’s disease, on Friday, Dec. 9, at 2 p.m. at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. The program is free. Call 941-778-6341 for more information.

One on one play with kids The Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, presents Forty Carrots, a parenting program based in Sarasota, on Friday, Dec. 9, at 10 a.m. This is a program where kids from mobile babies to five years old and their parents experience new activities, join in circle time fun, spend time with other families and get valuable parenting information. The program is free and you can get a ticket for this session at the library desk. Space is limited to 12 families. For more information, call the library at 941-778-3986

Master Gardeners tour riverside The IFAS Extension Program presents a Master Gardener Tour of Riverview Pointe Preserve at 8250 De Soto Memorial Hwy. in Bradenton on Saturday, Dec. 10, from 9 to 11 a.m. Learn about Florida’s native plants along coastal areas. The tour starts in the parking lot of the preserve. To reserve a spot, call the Master Gardener Office at 941-722-4524.

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Christmas Parade Saturday

Get ready for the Anna Maria Island Privateers Annual Christmas parade on Saturday, Dec. 10, starting at 10 a.m. at Bayfront Park and ending at Coquina Beach. Santa will listen to kids’ requests and hand out presents at the beach. Those wanting to participate in the parade need to get an application online at www.amiprivateers.org. For more information, call Big John “Capt. Red Beard” Swager at 941-900-4141.

Folding fun at library Judy Pruitt presents her origami class at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, on Saturday, Dec. 10, from 10 a.m. to noon. Learn this ancient Japanese art of paper folding. The class is free. For more information, call the library at 941-778-6341.

Island author to sign books Lynn Clarke, of Bradenton Beach, will be signing copies of his latest book, “Tell it Like it is,” or “You Can’t Make This Stuff Up,” on Saturday, Dec. 10, from noon to 2 p.m. at Ginny and Jane E’s, 9807 Gulf Drive, in Anna Maria. Clarke said each chapter in this book is a story. He said this is his 10th book in the last 10 years. Copies of the new book will be sold at the signing.

Make a holiday gift Kids will have fun playing with Legos at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, on Saturday, Dec. 10, at 2 p.m. and they will also make a holiday project to keep or give as a Christmas project. For more information, call the library at 941-7786341.

Clean up the waterways The Marine Debris Kayak Task Force will assemble at Robinson Preserve, at 1704 99th St. N.W., Bradenton, from 9 a.m. to noon on Sunday, Dec. 11. This is an opportunity to join this dedicated group that works to combat the issue of marine debris along our preserve’s shorelines. Free kayaks and gear from the

Manatee County Parks and Natural Resources Department’s West Coast Inland Navigational District-funded fleet are available to use for 10 individuals who don’t bring their own. Life preservers must be worn at all times. This program is suitable for volunteers age 16 and older. Reservate to 941-742-5923, ext. 6044, or e-mail Cary.Catts@mymanatee,org.

It’s story time Island Branch Library Children’s Librarian Trudy Bell reads to preschoolers on Tuesday, Dec. 13, at 10 a.m. at 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. There will be some dancing and crafts as well. For more information, call 941-778-6341

Kids learn about sea critters Learn about holidays under the sea at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, on Tuesday, Dec. 13, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. It’s winter in the ocean; the marine snow is falling and the candy cane shrimp are hung in the grassbeds with care. Come see how the snowflake morays and the humbug damselfish are spending their holiday season, and then join in on the fun marine-themed hands on activities. The program is suitable for all ages and is sponsored by the Manatee County Library System in partnership with Manatee County Parks and Natural Resources Department. No reservations are needed.

Get your feet wet The Manatee County Parks and Natural Resources Department offers

The Florida Maritime Museum (FMM), 4415 119th St. W. in Cortez, hosts a lecture on underwater archeology on Wednesday, Dec. 14, at 3 p.m. When someone thinks of underwater archaeology, they tend to think of shipwrecks. However, any cultural material that is under a body of water, salt or fresh, can be studied in the field of underwater archaeology. In Florida, these submerged cultural remains paint a vivid picture of the state’s varied past. Join John Beale, FMM’s education and volunteer coordinator, to learn what makes ships sink and some of the latest underwater archaeology finds in the state.

Fun for all at the library The Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, presents the coloring club from noon to 1 p.m. and the chess club from 2 to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 14. Adults are enjoying coloring now more than ever, and a chess master will help improve one’s game. It’s for people of all ages. For more information, call 941-778-6341.

Funds available from garden club The Manatee River Garden Club is once again offering a $500 scholarship to a graduating senior from Manatee County to pursue a degree in horticulture or environmental studies. The application deadline is May 1. In addition, grants are available from the Garden Club’s Elizabeth Eaton Fund to help beautify a public space in Manatee County. Applications for both of these funds can be found at manateerivergardenclub.com under the Learning and Links tab. Look also at the Scholarship Source Directory of the Manatee Community Foundation at http:/mefinfo.org/ scholarships. If additional information is needed call Sandie Smith at 941-776-7528, or e-mail at sosandie123@gmail.com or sosandie123@gmail.com. Applications should be sent to Manatee River Garden Club, P.O. Box 14662, Bradenton, FL 34280-4662, Attn. Sandie Smith.

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Obituaries Mary K. Ragan Mary K. Ragan, 86, of Bradenton, died Nov. 25, 2016. Born in Bay City, Mich., she moved to Bradenton in 1969 and attended Roser Memorial Community Church of Anna Maria. She was survived by her husband, Francis X. Ragan, of Bradenton; son, Jay (Lori) Carbary, of Bradenton; daughters, Sue (Arthur Kvarnstrom) Carbary, of New York, and Terri (Steve) Buckham, of Atlanta, Ga.; brother, James (Lillian) Kent, of Bay City, Mich.; granddaughter, Carley L. Cabary, of Bradenton. Memorial visitation will be 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016, at Brown & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory, 43rd Street Chapel, Bradenton. Condolences may be made to www.brownandsonsfuneral.com

Constance Clemmons Dillon Rosko Constance Clemmons Dillon Rosko, 57, of Bradenton, Fla., entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, Nov. 6, 2016, after an extended illness. Connie was born in Homestead, Fla., and moved with her family to Bradenton in 1972. Following in the footsteps of her family’s strong entrepreneurial spirit, Connie opened up her own business with her namesake, Connie’s Produce, in 2002, and it was no surprise to her family and friends that she would be successful, and she was indeed. The walls were filled with recipes and photos of her faithful customers whom she cherished. Family, friends and locals alike will especially miss her famous homemade Connie’s Salsa. She leaves her loving memories to be cherished by her father, Robert L. Clemmons and mother Christine Gowen Clemmons, of Blairsville, Ga.; daughter, Mary ‘Rosie’ Dillon and granddaughter Summer Braswell, of Bradenton; brothers Stephen Clemmons, of Newland, N.C., Scott ( Kelly) Clemmons, of Bradenton and Jason (Jesica) Clemmons, of Blairsville, Ga.; her adored step-children, Joey Rosko, Rhianna; step-grandchildren, Rayanne and Zoey Rosko and Samantha Braswell; and many nieces and nephews. Connie was preceded in death by her brother Richard (Dianne) Clemmons. Gifted with a servant's heart, Connie touched many lives with her selfless, kindhearted acts of love. Above all, Connie had faith and believed in the power and love of her Lord Jesus Christ and His promise of eternal life and the peace that would await her on this day. A celebration of Connie’s life will be held at the Bridge Church, 4000 75th St. W., Bradenton, at 11 a.m. on Dec. 17, 2016.

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11/22, burglary, 100 block of Hammock Road. The homeowner said somebody made forced entry into his house and took some items. 11/23, driving with suspended license, 400 block of North Bay Boulevard. The deputy stopped the driver for an infraction and found out the driver’s license had been suspended. The deputy ticketed him and confiscated his license. 11/28, lost property, 700 block of North Shore Drive. The property owner reported a trashcan missing.

Bradenton Beach

11/9, abandoned boat, Bridge Street Anchorage. The officer dived to find the identification on a submerged boat so the owner could be found, but was unsuccessful. 11/9, driving with a suspended license, 100 6th St. S. The officer stopped the vehicle for a suspended tag and found out the driver had no license, just a Mexican ID. He arrested the driver. 11/12, driving without a vehicle registration, Cortez Road and Gulf Drive. The driver was involved in an accident. 11/12, lewd and lascivious, 118 Bridge St. Two men were arrested for having sex in public. 11/18, Marchman Act, Bridge Street. The subject was

naked and bothering people. The officer could not communicate with him because of his condition so the subject was taken to Center Stone for treatment. 11/21, burglary, Runaway Bay, 1801 Gulf Drive N. The victim said somebody stole a television and some alcohol while he was gone. 11/30, warrant arrest, 103 Gulf Drive S. The suspect was arrested.

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11/25, overdose, 4400 block of 124th Street West. The victim’s mother called for help when she found her son losing consciousness. EMS responded and administered Narcan.. 10/27, theft, Seafood Shack mooring, 4110 127th St W. The owner of a boat docked at the Seafood Shack said items from her boat are missing.

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11/16, larceny, 400 block of 62nd Street. A bike was stolen. 11/17, retail theft, trespass warning, Jessie’s Island Store, 5424 Marina Drive. A male stole a beer and left the store. They caught the suspect and the storeowner had them trespass him before he went to jail. 11/21, DUI, East Bay Drive and Manatee Avenue. The officer stopped the driver after observing her drive in a reckless manner. She showed symptoms of intoxication. He found empty wine boxes in the car and placed her under arrest.

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New board member From left, Lynn Brennan, president of the AMI Historical Society, recently welcomed new board member Caryn Hodge at the AMI Historical Museum. Hodge has been a resident of the Island since 1990 and is marketing director for the Chiles Group. She has served as a board member for the Bridge Street Merchants, The Friends of Manatee County Animal Services and the Taste of Manatee planning committee, plus she has volunteered for many local organizations. She was the event chair of the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce Wedding Festival from 2007 to 2009 and has chaired the Food and Wine on Pine event every year since it began in 2011. She lives in the city of Anna Maria with her mother, Ruth, and two dogs.

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Across 1 Energizes, with "up" 5 Onetime TWA rival 10 Lucy's co-star 14 "Star Wars" princess 15 Bakery draw 16 "That's so true!" 17 Misfortunes 18 Las Vegas loser's complaint 20 ["Get off the stage!"] 22 Word with dog, horse or lion 23 Bank acct. posting 24 Critter "in the headlights" 26 Worked hard 30 Spoken 32 Make on the job 34 Explosive emotion 35 Eight, en espaĂąol 36 Like some committees 37 Martini ingredient 38 Jack of nursery rhymes 39 "Give __ chance!" 40 Grate residue 42 Chinese-born architect I.M. __ 43 Techie's hangout 45 "Doggone it!" 46 Dada pioneer Jean 47 Speak hoarsely 48 Landmark on Missouri's state quarter 49 Georgia, but not Florida 51 Vatican City currency 53 Uncanny claim 56 Crime syndicate leader 57 What a judge may do during an arraignment

59 Grecian Formula competitor 64 Invention beginning 65 Roughly 30% of Earth's land area 66 Fall zodiac sign 67 Denim pioneer Strauss 68 Chimed 69 "No bid," in bridge 70 Perfect spot Down 1 "I was home alone" isn't a very strong one 2 Breakfast fruit 3 *Screenwriter's work for the first episode 4 Merit badge holder 5 Analyzed, as a sentence 6 Got out of bed 7 "__ again!" 8 Invoice no. 9 Leader with a baton 10 __ Lama 11 Big bird from Down Under 12 "Hold on a __!" 13 Pentel filler

Answers to 11-30-16 Crossword Puzzle.

19 *Orangy Crayola color 21 *Simple-to-use 25 *Symbol of bureaucracy 27 Dizzy ... and a hint to the starts of the answers to starred clues 28 Great Lakes natives 29 Lairs of lions 31 "Of course!" 33 Ill-fated whale chaser 35 Rossini creation 36 Is home sick 38 Stretch across 41 Cul-de-__ 44 Tubular Italian pastries 48 Concert milieus 50 Suitcase tie-on 52 App downloaders 54 Kitchen strainer 55 Opposite of everything, in bageldom 58 Rancor 59 Jelly holder 60 Land "across the pond" from the U.K. 61 Gluttony, e.g. 62 Tear (into) 63 Exec's degree

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BABY SITTER RED CROSS CERTIFIED baby sitter. Honor student. Call or text Isabel 941-5457995

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CAPT. MAC GREGORY Fishing Charters. Full Day, Half Day, Night, Inshore & Near Shore. 941-809-5783 U.S.C.G. Certified/Insured

FOR SALE BEAUTIFUL "BALI" WOOD Blinds. 5 mo old. (2) 30" x 69". 1 25" x 69" (door) $175. Kenmore Black Refrigerator $125 ( 6 yrs old). 8' Silk Banana Tree $50. Stand up computer desk (cherry) $150. Long Under Bed Storage box on Wheels $40. (2) Huge Clay pots $25 each. Rattan chair. Singer Sewing machine $60. All cash. Call 941-4489368

GARAGE, MOVING, RUMMAGE & YARD SALES ROSER THRIFT SHOP and ANNEX, Open Tuesday and Thursdays 9:30am-2 pm and Saturdays 10am1pm.. Donations preferred Wednesdays 9 - 11 a.m. 511 Pine Ave, Anna Maria. 941-779-2733 NEIGHBORHOOD SALE. SATURDAY, December 10. 8am-4pm. Table saw, tools, golf clubs & bags, bar stools, books, beach chairs, miscellaneous. 8309 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.

PALMA SOLA THRIFT SHOP 9516 Cortez Rd. W (Mt Vernon Plaza). SALE! SALE! SALE!. Quality furniture and Quality Home Decor. Christmas pre-lit trees & Christmas decor galore! If you don't see it, its outback in storage. Please ask for assistance. Bring your friends and come see us!. Happy Holidays. Call 941-812-7679

HOME IMPROVEMENTS TILE! TILE! TILE! All variations of tile supplied and installed. Quality workmanship. Prompt, reliable, many Island references. Free estimates. Neil 941-726-3077 RENOVATION SPECALIST ALL carpentry repairs, Wash Family Construction, locally owned and operated CBC 1258250 Call 941-7250073. KERN CONSTRUCTION NEW Homes & Remodel. Design/Build. Since 1968. License # CRC1327296. Call Jerry Kern 941-7781115 www.kernconstructioninc.com “HONEY DO" HOME Repairs & Handyman Services. 35 yrs experience. Painting, drywall, tile, woodwork. All tasks. Call 941-896-5256 or 941-807-5256 www.honeydohomerepairinc.com 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.

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BAYSIDE COMMERCIAL PAINTING. David Padyani Call 941-565-9446 or Larry Zimmer 941-2248123 Licensed & Insured

SHELL DELIVERED AND spread $50/yd. Hauling all kinds of gravel, mulch, top soil with free estimates. Call Larry at 941-795-7775, "shell phone" 941-720-0770

DONALD PERKINS PAINTING LLC fully insured. 30 years experience. Many Island references. Call 941-7057096

STRAIGHT SHOT LANDSCAPE. Specializing in Old Florida Seashell driveways and scapes. Also Rock, Mulch, & Soil. Free estimates. Call Shark Mark 941-301-6067

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FOUR SEASONS POOL SERVICE. AMI & West Bradenton. Certified Pool Operator. Residential/commercial. Chemical Service Licensed & Insured. Call Dennis Clark 941-737-5657

FOUND CAT grey and white friendly cat found on 63rd street Holmes Beach, near boat ramp. Dec 4. Call 813-546-3982 LOST MY GRANDMOTHER'S gold wedding band (initials inside and date) at Coquina Beach area. Reward. Call 407-579-1621 LOST TENNIS BRACELET Gold with Diamonds around. Near Dog Park or Publix. REWARD! Call 941778-2494 LOST MAN’S SILVER Wedding Ring, silver with stones mounted. Lost at Coquina Beach near restrooms. Please Call 813413-3373

MOVING & STORAGE MARTIN’S MOVING YOUR Island movers! Offering dependable, competitive rates. No hidden costs. 941-809-5777.

WALY PRECISION PAINTING: painting, drywall, stucco, and remodeling, commercial/residential, licensed & insured. Call 941-448-1928 or 941-4656324 www.WalyPrecisionPainting.us

TWO MEN and a TRUCK. Movers who care. Local and Long distance. www. twomen.com Call 941-3591904. We sell boxes!

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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

SERVICE MASTER by WRIGHT. Commercial/Residential. Fire, Water & Mold clean up. 24/7 Emergency Service. Call 941-753-8565 DSpringer@svmaster.net

“WIZARD OF WALLS” Established 1980 Prompt quality service. Paperhanging/removal Faux finishes. Interior painting. Mary Bell 941794-0455

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

REAL ESTATE HOMES & CONDOS FOR SALE CANAL FRONT BAY VIEW 3BR/3BA dock & lift, 2 car garage W. Bradenton CONDO 2,376 sq.ft. Island Real Estate Call AL Galletto 941-232-2216

STARTING FROM THE UPPER 200’s Only minutes from the beach, this new active adult community is perfectly located just south of Manatee Ave, off Village Green Pkwy. Perfectly designed, open 2BR or 3BR/2BA plus den & 2CG floor plans. Luxurious amenities, pool, spa, gym, pickle ball and fenced-in dog park. HOA only $190/month. Models open daily. Contact us 941-254-3330 www.MirabellaFlorida.com

106 WILLOW RENOVATED Cottage. 1 in from Beach, beautiful pool/spa. Lush landscaping $1,197,000. Call Charles Buky Coldwell Banker 941-228-6086 FIND REAL ESTATE at brokersandra.com. Call Sandra Glantz 941-7999229 Licensed Real Estate Professional with Wagner Realty. Call for free market analysis. BAY FRONT HOME Palma Sola W. Bradenton 4000sq.ft. 4BR/3.5BA 4 car garage. Stunning cathedral ceilings. No Island traffic! Island Real Estate Ask AL Galletto 941-232-2216

RENTALS: ANNUAL 2BR/2BA LARGE CONDO in park like setting, pool, sauna, tennis and sauna. W/D in unit, water, sewer, trash and cable included. No trucks or motorcycles. NO PETS ! security system can be activated. Available immediately. $1400/mo rent & security. $100application fee. 2BR2BA WATERFRONT large condo with deep wet boat slip, pool and covered parking. Beautiful gourmet kitchen w/ new appliances. New floors through out. W/D in unit, water, sewer, trash, pest control and basic cable. NO PETS ! Available Jan. 1. $2000/mo. rent & security. $100 application fee all persons 18 and older must pass background & credit check. Ask for Ed. DUNCAN REAL ESTATE 941-779-0304 www. teamduncan.com WEST BRADENTON San Remo 4011 Plumosa Terrace 2BR/2BA/1CG on Salt Water Canal. W/D hookups, Large lanai & yard plus dock Bring your boat! $1900/mo unfurnished. First, & Security. Credit check. Lease option possible. Call JoAnn 941809-2488 ANNUAL RENTAL and CONDOMINIUM Association management serviced by (2) offices open 7 days a week! Contact junew@ islandreal.com – 941-3451295 - Island Real Estate of Anna Maria Island, Inc.

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RENTALS: ANNUAL 2BR/2BA FURNISHED BAYFRONT Condo at Shellpoint $1750-Annual lease. Longboat Key Studios $975 month to month lease only. Call A Paradise 941778-4800 WEST BRADENTON: HOUSE 723 35th St W adorable 1BR + Bonus room 1BA/1CG fenced yard $1100/mo. {DUPLEX} 4715A 34th St W 2BR/1BA/1CG. $950/mo. One Year Lease. First / Security and Credit Check. Call 941-809-2488 ANNUAL RENTAL: Holmes Beach, 3BR/3BA home, on canal, view of Skyway Bridge, pool. Unfurnished. $2,500/mo - 1st, last, and security req'd. Call Sato Real Estate, Inc. at 941778-7200 or email monica@satorealestate.com

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HOLMES BEACH ANNUAL: Pool view & partial bay view from this 2nd floor, 2BR/2BA condo in W. Bay Pt. Moorings. Spacious 1377 sq. ft. light & bright unit with new paint and bedroom floors. Ready January 1st. $1990/mo. Call Island Real Estate - 941-778-6066

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BRADENTON BEACH, FULLY Furnished 2BR/1BA Condo, Community Pool, 55+ Community, No Pets, No Smoking $1500/mo, Keller Williams Realty 941840-0117

ANNA MARIA ISLAND, Fl Condos. Pool beach access, fully equipped $650-$800/ wk Redekercondos.com 941-704-7525 or 941-7781915

ANNUAL RENTAL HOLMES BEACH 2BR/2BA with office, storage, deck. Renter Transferred. Available immediately. $1800/mo. Call John 941-704-4591 ANNUAL HOLMES BEACH 1BR/1BA. Newly renovated includes water, Dish TV, W/D, trash. No smoking. $1300/mo First, Last & Security. Call 860-922-3857

TIFFANY PLACE Gulf Front Condo for Rent Incredible views from living room and master bedroom. 2BR/2BA Green Real Estate Call 941-778-0455

WILLKOMMEN AUF AMI! Besuchen Sie Island Real Estate in einem unserer Inselbüros (6101 Marina Drive oder 419 Pine Ave) mit unserem deutschsprachigen Reservierungsservice und erhalten ein freies Island Real Estate Baseball Cap! Wir geben Ihnen gerne mehr Auskunft über unsere 250 ausgewählte Feriendomizile für Ihren nächsten Urlaub!

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WATER FRONT 2BR/2BA & 2BR/1BA vacation rentals. www.annamariaheronslanding.com Anna Maria Island Bradenton Beach. Call 713-498-3549 VACATION RENTALS AVAILABLE Winter 20172BR/1BA N End Cottage available January & March, 2BR/2BA Pool Home Jan - March, 1BR/1BA Villa JanMarch, 3BR/2BA Pool Home avail Jan-Mar. Contact Fran Maxon Real Estate for rates 941-7782307. SEASONAL RENTALS AVAILABLE: January, February, March & April. HOLMES BEACH: 2BR/1BA ground level. Block to Gulf. ANNA MARIA (monthly minimum): 2BR/2BA & 2BR/1BA Both ground level and Close to Beach. 2BR/1BA Gulf Front. Second story. Horizon Realty of Anna Maria 941-7780426 kringco@tampabay. rr.com

GULF DRIVE BRADENTON BEACH 2BR/1BA full kitchen ground floor. Direct TV, porch 75 steps from beach. Beautiful available January - April 90 day minimum $3500/mo Call 813-917-5270 GROUND FLOOR 1BR/1BA Beach Front Condo. Available May thru October. 2 months minimum. Senior Complex. All amenities included. 2 heated pools. No smokers/ no pets. $1800/mo. + utilities + taxes. Contact 941-737-3273

TRANSPORTATION AMI TAXI metered-on-callcards accepted. Airport: Tampa $85, Sarasota $35, Clearwater $75, Fort Meyers $150, Orlando $150. Call 800-301-4816. amitaxi4u@gmail.com, www. amitaxi.com

ANYTIME TRANSPORTATION to all airports, appointments, casino, cruises, etc. Tampa $60. Sarasota $30. Pets welcome. Very dependable. Reasonable rates. Contact Jeanne. 941-779-5095

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