SIESTA KEY
Observer Formerly the Pelican Press
YOU. YOUR NEIGHBORS. YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD.
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VOLUME 48, NO. 20
YOUR TOWN
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Walking a tightrope.
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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2017
A way of life Pinecraft’s proposed rules aim to save customs. PAGE 3
Anna Brugmann
Sloan is sworn in as Dream Harbor’s new chief of police.
Rock the vote They campaigned for office and cast their ballots, but to swear in their new officials, the girls of Girls Inc. needed some help from some of Sarasota’s most distinguished grown-ups. Sarasota Mayor Shelli Freeland Eddie, Police Chief Bernadette DiPino, Supervisor of Elections Ron Turner and 12th Judicial Circuit Court Judge Rochelle Curley visited Girls Inc. on Nov. 28 to swear in its newly elected officials. The new officials of Dream Harbor, the Girls Inc. mock society, include Kylie, who will take over for former Mayor Shayla, and Sloan, the new chief of police. They, as well as other members of the Dream Harbor government, will work with the bank and the police force, to make and enforce Girls Inc. rules.
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The city offers more protection for historically designated sites, such as the Sarasota Times building.
City hopes to protect history Will more incentives help spur historic preservation? PAGE 5
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Cassidy Alexander
Cycling and walking are popular modes of transportation in the Pinecraft neighborhood. Courtesy photo
CPC Director of Operations Sheila Miller
Turkey Day The Gulf Gate Rotary Club continued it 35-year tradition of generosity Nov. 21 at Child Protection Center. The club donated 75 turkeys, assorted groceries and canned goods to be distributed to CPC clients and their families.
Artists seek space An affordable housing project could address major issues facing the creative community, artists say. PAGE 10
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