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Private All offerings are subject to errors, omissions, 1 tennis court, heated pool. $U*SJI» [change of price or withdrawal without prior notice.J • Former Council Members Planning Appointment Postponed b For Dedicated Service by Camille Kucaba fter four separate ballots failed to produce a new Sanibel Planning Commissioner, City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to table the resolu- Ation appointing a seventh member. Council member Steve Brown's excused absence from Tuesday's meeting resulted in a four-person Council, and try as they might, members could not reach majority agreement on one of five candidates who applied. Twice the balloting ended with a 2-2 tie between candidates Phillip Marks and Kevin Ruane. The other two seeking appointment to the quasi-judicial body were Les Forney and Allan Silberman. Dennis Simon withdrew his application prior to Tuesday's meeting. In supporting Dr. Phillip Marks, Mayor Carla Johnston said it was important to have a "balanced" Commission. She cited Marks' environmental experience in California with wetlands conservation, preserved land intrusions and wildlife issues. Council member Tom Rothman spoke to Les Forney's extensive experience as a former city planner and village manager in Florida. by Camille Kucaba Both Vice Mayor Mick Denham and Council member Jim Jennings supported Kevin Ruane, but at least one member of the audience raised a question of appropri- Mayor Carla Johnson presented ateness since Ruane served as Denham's campaign manager during the recent City proclamations to (I to r) former Council election. Johnston said it was too close to the election to move in the direc- mayor, Marty Harrity, former vice tion of Ruane and suggested that Council members "distance ourselves from this." mayor, Dick Walsh, and former Council member, Judy Workman, More than 30 volunteers also were appointed and reappointed as members of five in honor of their years of dedicated standing city committees: Historical Preservation, Marine Advisory, Vegetation, Wildlife service to the city and Parks and Recreation. Besides the Planning Commission, Dr. Marks applied for and was appointed to the Wildlife Committee; however, if he becomes a Planning Commissioner, he will be required to resign as a member of the Wildlife Committee. Council also accepted the resignations of Art Weissbach from the Vegetation Committee and Joanne Heroy-Giller as adjunct member of the Wildlife Committee.^ hree former City Council members were honored in proclamations issued at Tuesday's City Council meeting. The plaques, presented by Mayor Carla Johnston, cited Marty Harrity, Dick Walsh and Judy Workman for their "years target number for Below Market Rate T Council Debates Housing units on the island. of leadership, dedication and faithful service to the City of Sanibel." On behalf of the members of Council and the citizens of Sanibel, Johnston expressed heartfelt Members spent over an hour debating thanks and commended each of the former members for their dedicated service BMRH Number whether to lock in a figure of 3.0 percent and commitment to the community.^ or go with a range of 2.2 to 3.0 percent For EAR as recommended by the acting planning Sanibel City Council Complete Council agendas are by Camille Kucaba director. On a motion by Council mem- Meets the first and third Tuesday of available at the city Web site: ber Tom Rothman, Council voted 3-1 every month at 9 a.m. at City Hall, www.mysanibel.com s the deadline for submission to have staff prepare an analysis of the 800 Dunlop Road; phone 472-3700. A copy also is posted on the of the Evaluation and Appraisal financial impact of adding another 28 All meetings are open to the public. bulletin board outside City Hall. AReport of the Sanibel Plan draws units, bringing the total to 104 - or three Agendas subject to amendment. near, Council continued to "tweak" the percent of the city's approximately Next regular meeting document, focusing Tuesday on the continued on page 11 Tuesday, April 19 Email [email protected]

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E-mail: [email protected] LOW-RUB, SOYBEAN INK WE MAIL TO ALL RESIDENTS AND BUSINESSES ON SANIBEL AND CAPTIVA ISLANDS. Amendment would not be needed to pro- Sanibel Charter vide disaster buildback relief as to height. This new provision would be applicable Amendment only to existing four-story buildings O that meet the requirements of this new CO Provisions Charter provision. However, it will be necessary that the submitted by Kenneth B. Cuyler, > Sanibel City Attorney Sanibel Plan be amended to make the language of the Plan consistent with this X) ince I have been asked several provision. I would anticipate that this questions relating to what future Charter Amendment language will be Council actions, if any, are neces- referenced in the EAR, and an amend- S Oi sary to implement the recently approved ment to the Sanibel Plan then will be Charter Amendments, I thought it considered and adopted in the future as would be an opportune time to provide part of the EAR-based Comprehensive this memorandum for Council regarding Plan (Sanibel Plan) amendments. The the Charter Amendments and actions Sanibel Plan will become consistent with which may be taken by Council in the the wording and operation of the Charter near future. Amendment related to permitted heights As the Council is aware, each of of buildings. the approved Charter Amendments provided the actual language of each "Perhaps the most important thing Charter revision that is to be included in to understand for the Council, the the City Charter. Except for the Charter staff and members of the public Amendments that I quote in full in the is that the day-to-day regulatory memo, I have attached the city resolu- provisions of the Sanibel Plan and tions setting forth the actual Charter Land Development Code will not n language that was approved by the elec- change as a result of the Charter Display a We\ Love Our Islands" decal on torate. Amendments." I have received several questions regarding the three Charter Amendments your vehicliy and you could win $100 addressing (1) permitted height of build- Other than that change, there appears ings, (2) residential development density to be no necessary or appropriate or more for jour favorite island charity. and (3) permitted impermeable coverage, amendment to the Land Development vegetation removal or developed area. Code or the Sanibel Plan with respect I I will first address those three Charter to these three approved Charter ick up I your free "We Love Our Amendments and thereafter cover the Amendments. I have discussed with staff other Charter Amendments briefly. the possibility that these new Charter PIslands" jdecal at Bank Of The Islands, The codified version of the City provisions might be appropriately ref- then check Ihe bank's lobby each week for Charter will be revised to include the erenced, as an informational note only, your iicensfc plate number. approved language within the text of the in the Land Development Code. That City Charter. The only amendment to the would alert someone who reads the Land Development Code to the fact that the Each week jthe driver of the first vehicle Sanibel Plan or Land Development Code ^playing the decal on their that appears to be required as a result of Charter provisions exist. However, no spotted dis these three Charter Amendments is relat- other actual amendments to the Sanibel vehicle by ia Bank Of The Islands staff ed to the Charter Amendment addressing Plan or Land Development Code are member wi I be eligible to win a limited permitted heights of buildings. That new necessary. edition t-sHirt and award a donation of Charter provision reads as follows: Perhaps the most important thing to Section 3.10.4. Ordinances increasing understand for the Council, the staff and $ 100 or mofre to the island charity of their permitted height of building(s). Actions members of the public is that the day-to- choice. to increase the permitted height of a day regulatory provisions of the Sanibel building or buildings as established in Plan and Land Development Code will the Sanibel Plan, as constituted on May not change as a result of the Charter If the weekly prize is not claimed, the 4, 2004, may be taken by the city only Amendments. Whether a property owner $100 donation will be added to the by ordinance approved by a majority of is seeking a minor permit, a single fam- winnings for the following week. qualified city electors at the next general ily development permit, a variance, a election or a special election called for conditional use or any of the other pro- such purpose; provided, however, that cedurally available permits or approvals The "We Lbve Our Islands" program is where a condominium building, which is from the city departments, the Planning our way of sjaying "thank you" to our island a nonconforming structure, is destroyed Commission or City Council, the appli- neighbors ajtid the non-profit organizations or substantially damaged in a natural cation and approval process will not be disaster, reconstruction of which is in all changed by the Charter Amendments. that help enrich our community. other respects permitted by the Land Using the Charter Amendment related Development Code, such reconstructed to permitted impermeable coverage, veg- building may exceed the height of the etation removal and/or developed area, When yoiji displuy your "We Love as an example, the Charter Amendment building immediately prior to the disaster Our Islatids" decatf we all win. by up to one story (1) if and to the extent provides that: the building must be elevated above Ordinances to increase the permitted ground level to comply with applicable maximum land area to be (1) covered with flood abatement laws or regulations and impermeable surfaces, (2) cleared of veg- (2) reconstruction without allowing for etation and/or (3) used as developed area, such additional height would result in the as established in the Land Development Bank loss of a dwelling unit by its owner. Any Code as constituted on May 4, 2004, law or regulation which is in conflict with shall become effective only upon approval Islands this Section 3.10.4 is hearby repealed. by a majority of qualified city electors at It should first be noted that this provi- the next general election or special sion appears to address only one situa- election called for such purpose. tion, although it is not specifically stated continued on page 11 in the provision above. In other words, the Sanibel Plan already permits con- ;;: •••••'•••-. .st. ^:-4^i^^%'^\'Zxt: struction of three living stories above the base flood elevation. So for any structure three stories or lower, this new Charter I 1 Periwinkle 2 Master Plan i Moves Closer By Jim George 'he city moved a step closer to the restoration of the Periwinkle tCorridor when it held a public S workshop at the Recreation Center — last week. A steady stream of island residents paraded through the series of displays from 3 to 9 p.m. which were City of Sanibel Natural Resources Officer James Evans fields questions intended too provoke questions and , ., r , Consultant Noor Ismail takes comments from the public suggestions. City staff, including City The plan will include the three miles from als. Many or the Manager Judie Zimomra and a cadre Causeway Road to Tarpon Bay Road, comments and sug- Commerce. of personnel from the city's consultant, Palm Ridge Road to San-Cap Road gestions leaned toward the use of native Those who did not have an oppor- VanasseDaylor, were on hand to hear and Tarpon Bay Road from Periwinkle plants and trees. Although the Australian tunity to attend the workshop can still comments and explain the process of to San-Cap Road. The workshop was pine grows throughout the island, it is not provide input to the city by e-mail to: thi developing the Master Plan. intended to provide input on vegetation, native. Workshop attendees were given [email protected], Periwinkle Way was devastated pedestrian and bicycle safety, streetscape a list of native trees. Among which were by mail to the City of Sanibel Planning by Hurricane Charley. Hundreds of amenities and maintenance. laurel oak, bald cypress, gumbo limbo Department, 800 Dunlop Road, Sanibel, Australian pine trees were toppled dur- Underlying the aesthetics of the proj- and mahogany. Patrcipants were asked FL 33957 or by phone, 472-4136.* ing the storm, destroying the signature ect is the issue of hurricane safety in to rate their preference. canopy of the main roadway on the the future. The destruction of the trees Following the workshop, the Master Water Safety Day island. The community's response was along the roadway blocked all exit from Plan will be reviewed by the Vegetation to call for a restoration of the street that the island during Hurricane Charley and Committee and Planning Commission at ater Safety Day, an American was in keeping with the character of the resulted in delaying the return of residents public meetings, and ultimately will reach Red Cross water safety presen- island. The city then hired a consultant to the island for five days in the storm's the City Council for approval. Zimomra Wtation for parents with young to assist with the gathering of ideas for a aftermath. Many residents had been call- said there was no definite time line for children, will be held at the Sanibel master plan of restoration. The city has ing on the city for years to take down the completion of the Master Plan but Recreation Complex, 3840 Sanibel- no funds allocated for the restoration, the pine trees, but the canopy created she anticipated it would be sometime Captiva Road, on Saturday, April 9, from according to City Manager Zimomra, so a shaded thoroughfare that all past City in May or June. The city is collaborat- 2 to 4 p.m. Sanibel Fire Department the Master Plan will be used to apply for Councils were reluctant to disturb. ing on the project with the Periwinkle CPR demonstrations will be shown along grants from both private and government Immediately following registration, Partnership which is comprised of with a pre-swim lesson skills screening sources. Federal Emergency Management visitors were treated to live samples of Sanibel Beautification, Inc., Sanibel- conducted at 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. Administration (FEMA) funds are not a variety of vegetation that dotted the Captiva Conservation Foundation and the For more information, call Coby at available for this type of project, she said. displays, aerial photos and audio visu- Sanibel & Captiva Islands Chamber of 471-0345.* Look TO lbs. lighter END OF in 10 seconds SEASON SALE Miraeksuif 30#50-6070%OFF Check out our complete collection of Miraclesutt. While you're here browse STOREWIDE through our collection of over 4000 swimsuits. Choose from the finest names; Goftex, Calvin OLDE SANIBEL SHOPPES ^JEWELRY Klein, Longitude, Esprit, Mon-Sat10-5 472-5544 Tommy Hilfiger, Roxanne, Corner of Tarpon Bay & Periwinkle Way DKNY, Miraciesuit, and many more. Treat yourself to our personalized service. 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To volunteer or to contribute mon- this area's Medical etarily or ask questions, contact Wendy Resource Corps, Wilderman at 332-9546 or at Wendy_ a civilian volun- [email protected].* teer organization associated with the US Freedom Cutoff For Kiwanis Corps and county health department. Scholarships Its purpose is to Dr. Carl /leier pre-identify and pre- April 15 train medically experienced p rsonnel - including retired physicians like Carl iwanis Scholarships of $1,500 - to relieve and assist local medical per year for a maximum of four facilities in the event of a Kyears are open for any Sanibel ma sive area or Captiva resident, employee or family emergency. member attending college or vocational Anything producing 250 sdrious casualties will overwhelm local facilities, school in Florida. Kiwanis collects appli- according to recent estimates. That could cations and an independent committee be one incident at the airport,It could makes the selection(s). Please obtain hanks to the handiwork of Gordon Kraft, Public Works employee, the kitchen your application from Mike Robison at at the City of Sanibel Civic Center that houses the Island Senior Program originate from terrorist activity, an epi- demic illness or an accident. Eventually 472-3121, and return it in person or Tis looking very modern and up to date. Kraft has built additional cabinets, to Kiwanis at P.O. Box 1, Sanibel, FL the MRC will be fully equipped! and able replaced all of the counter tops and built a shelf to house the microwave. The funds 33957 before April 15.# for all of these improvements came from the Island Seniors, Inc. membership dues to mobilize as soon as it looks like the and bazaar fundraisers. casualty total may be large. "Gordon has always done an impeccable job keeping the inside of our building The rudiments of the MRC were spotless, and he beautifully landscaped the outside of the Civic Center" said Sandi established three years ago, ai ,d the MRC McDougall; coordinator of the City of Sanibel Island Senior Program. "We do not did set up and man two medic al outposts know what we would do without hi"^ on Sanibel immediately after < -harley. Our E-Mail address is Asked how many care provid( rs they have today, he said "about 5C." Three [email protected] years ago, when the program!started there were "about 280." Of those, about

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The SWFL Community Foundation offers two grant $10,000 to American Cancer Society for breast cancer 14kSeaglass/Shell "While we take our fiduciary respon- cycles per year. Winter grants are awarded based on awareness symposiums in Cape Coral and Fort Myers; sibility very seriously, more funds are the instructions of the Foundation's endowment donors. $10,000 to Developmentally Disabled Residential Corp, Bracelet Founders' Society grants, awarded in the fall, are Inc. for carpeting and appliances in men's group home; needed to continue meeting the needs of funded by the Foundation's Founders' Society member- $10,000 to Heights Foundation, Inc. for summer camp $475 our growing community," stated Carol ships. program; $10,000 to School District of Lee County McLaughlin, chief program officer at the Founded in 1976, the Southwest Florida Head Start Program for dental services for children in Community Foundation. "Sixty-five non- Community Foundation is a public foundation that Head Start Program without Medicaid or private insur- profit organizations in Lee, Charlotte, administers 274 endowed funds. The Foundation has ance; $10,000 to Senior Connections of SWFL, Inc. for assets of more than $43 million and awards grants and a meal delivery truck; $8,500 to Uncommon Friends Glades and Hendry counties applied for scholarships to non-profit organizations and students in Foundation for updating, copyright and reprinting of over $1.2 million in this grant cycle, but Lee, Charlotte, Collier, Glades and Hendry Counties. Lessons Learned from the Uncommon Friends: Young only $613,774 was available for grants." For more information about Foundation grants or Adult Curriculum, $8,450 to Harry Chapin Food Banks scholarship programs, contact Program Director Carol of SWFL, Inc. for computer software upgrades; $8,350 Organizations benefiting from this McLaughlin at 274-5900 or visit its Web site at www. to Bonita Springs Assistance Office for renovations to grant cycle offer assistance in animal floridacommunity.com. facility, $7,000 to SWFL Holocaust Museum for teacher services, community development, educa- Other winter grants were: $25,000 to Charlotte workshops in Lee County; $6,000 to Charlotte Harbor tion, the environment, health, historical County Family YMCA for wellness program for teens Environmental Center for Watershed Resource Center in FEMA village; $24,600 to Lifeline Family Center equipment; $5,000 to Amigos Center for new 2005 and human services. for intercom/security system; $21,345 to Visually Spanish Newcomer's Guide; $5,000 to Friends of Six Eleven of the 52 grants are chal- Impaired Persons of SWFL, Inc. for summer training Mile Cypress Slough Preserve for capital campaign; lenge grants. Agencies must raise a program; $20,000 to Brightest Horizons for child care $5,000 to Lehigh Acres Literacy Council, Inc. for pro- similar amount on their own before the partnership program; $20,000 to Gabriel House for gram to teach English to non-English speaking people; facility repair due to hurricane damage; $15,000 to $5,000 to SWFL Disability, Inc. for repair of equipment Foundation grant will be awarded. Agape Home, Inc. for renovations to facility; $15,000 damaged in hurricane; $5,000 to Sickle Cell Anemia "We want to encourage agency boards to Humane Society of Lee County for staffing needs; Association of Lee/Collier for support services; $4,266 to raise more money on their own," $15,000 to Island Coast AIDS Network, Inc. for a com- to SWFL PODS Angels for resource kits for parents McLaughlin said. "Challenge grants are mercial box truck; $15,000 to Lee Memorial Health of newborn children with Down syndrome; $2,600 to System for older-adult fall prevention program; $14,009 International College for Center for Lifelong Learning attractive because boards can double their to LARC, Inc. for equipment for wood workshop; at new campus in Fort Myers; $2,500 to Florida money." $14,000 to Meals on Wheels for a volunteer training, Federation of Community Foundations for marketing; The following challenge grants were awarded: recruitment and retention program; $13,900 to Father and $1,000 to Chabad Lubavitch of SWFL for parking $25,000 to Charlotte County for a Youth Resource Anglim Academy at Dreams Are Free for materials and lot renovation.^ 2407 Periwinkle Way Center; $25,000 to YMCA of Lee County for capital upgrades for facility; $13,000 to Literacy Volunteers of campaign; $12,500 to Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Lee County, FL, Inc. for staffing for Workplace Literacy 472-8677 • 800-472-7572 Wildlife, Inc. of Sanibel for capital campaign; $12,500 Program; $12,500 to Child Care of SWFL, Inc. for child to Lee County Fire Marshal's Association Inc. for care in Hendry and Glades Counties; $12,500 to Hope Monday-Saturday 10-5:30 SCOTTY Fire Safety House 31-foot trailer; $12,500 to Hospice of SWFL for extension of in-house care in the Our Mother's Home of SWFL for a housing addition; www.sanibelgoldsmith.com Bonita Springs area; $12,500 to Nations Association

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The city bor- Amendments Section 2-123 of the City Code entitled, because "there are too many variables on rowed $10 million to cover those costs As of May 4, 2004, the Land "Composition; Appointment," provides future costs." while awaiting FEMA funds and to date Development Code established the in Subsection (a) that "the Planning Hyatt, along with others, jointed out has repaid loan amounts of $2 million permitted maximum land area (1) to be Commission shall consist of not less than that the draft EAR sent to th > state con- due this year and all but $67,000 due covered with impermeable surfaces, (2) five nor more than seven members." The tained the 3.0 percent figure Changing in 2006. FEMA is expected to reim- cleared of vegetation and/or (3) used as new Charter Amendment relating to the that number "may raise a fla< . Do not burse Sanibel for 90 percent of covered developed area. As of May 4, 2004, the Planning Commission has changed that bring the state down on your head on expenses, with another five percent com- Land Development Code also established number to seven members. Likewise, this," she urged Council. "Affordable ing from the state and the remaining five a variance procedure by which a property Section 2-66 of the City Code relating housing is a legal obligation. percent the responsibility of the city. owner could seek and receive a variance to meetings of the City Council provides, There currently are 64 loiv-income Additionally, Council to such permitted maximum standards, in Subsection (c), that "special meetings housing units on Sanibel,, wil I plans to • rejected bids for solid waste removal provided that the property owner could may be held on the call of the mayor build one multi-unit complex aver the because they came in anywhere from 31 meet all of the listed variance criteria as or of a majority of members," which next five years, according to he execu- to 188 percent higher than the current evaluated and approved by the Planning is identical to the former Charter lan- tive director. The 3.0 percen represents charges. As an example (and assuming Commission. All of those provisions guage. The Charter amendment relating a "measly 104 units" for the entire island, no causeway weight restrictions), annual still exist and were unchanged by the to special meetings now provides that In other business, City Me nagelager Judiee residential collection charges would jump Charter Amendment. There would be no a special meeting may be called by any Zimomra told Council that a "$187,125 from $170 to $457, an increase of 167 vote of the electorate required for any Council member. These types of Code contract was awarded to Sto m percent. Mayor Carla Johnston called of the applications or approvals granted amendments will be prepared by staff Reconstruction Services, Inc. to remove those figures "astronomical" and "appall- pursuant to those existing regulations. and scheduled for consideration by the hurricane debris from the Sa libel River. ing." Gates Castle, public works director, However, if the City Council enacted City Council in the near future in order Crews will work from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. recommended that Council rebid the an ordinance to increase the permitted to amend the City Code to be consistent seven days a week to clean tjie river prior work; the city's franchise agreement for maximum standards set forth in the Land with the new Charter provisions. to the start of this year's rain ; season. collection and delivery of residential and Development Code as of May 4, 2004, In summary, the approval by the elec- Work is expected to be comj ileted by the commercial solid waste, recycling and relating to coverage with impermeable torate of the three Charter Amendments end of May. continued on page 45 surfaces, clearance of vegetation and/or relating to (1) height, (2) density and (3) i use as developed area, then the City coverage, impermeable surfaces and Council's ordinance would be effective vegetation will not cause any changes r only after submittal to the electorate for to the day-to-day application process, a vote and approval by a majority of the review process or approval process by qualified city electors voting in such elec- the city staff, the Planning Commission tion. or the City Council. There is one Sanibel With respect to another Charter Plan amendment, as well as several Code Amendment, there appear to be ques- amendments, that will be necessary to tions as to whether future buildback and/ make the city's regulations consistent , \ or redevelopment amendments to the with the approved Charter Amendments Sanibel Plan and/or Land Development as I have noted above. In the event Code will require a vote of the elector- that the Planning Commission and City ate after approval by the City Council. Council move forward with respect to JlMELESS The answer will depend on exactly what the consideration and approval of rede- Sanibel Plan and Land Development velopment and/or buildback regulations, TREASURES^ Code changes are approved by City whether or not such regulations also must . •••; ' Council. The Charter Amendment relat- be approved by a vote of the electorate in ing to residential development density order to be effective depends on exactly provides that an ordinance to increase what such regulations entail with respect the residential development density as to height, density and other development established in the Sanibel Plan as of May standards that have been addressed in the 4, 2004, must be approved by a majority Charter Amendments. of the qualified city electors in order to be (This entire document is available on effective, except in two circumstances: the city Website, www.mysanibel.com.ffi (1) When the ordinance to increase residential development density is to pro- vide incentives for the Below Market Rate From page 4 Housing Program; or (2) When the ordinance to increase Council Debates residential development density is "to 3,500 residential dwellings. Meanwhile, permit redevelopment of existing parcels the target range of 2.2 tb 3.0 percent up to the number of existing dwelling remains, and the analysis is to be pre- units on May 4, 2004, provided the rede- sented when the hearing continues on velopment is otherwise in conf ormance April 19. The EAR is due to the State with the Sanibel Plan and the Land of Florida's Department of Community Development Code." Affairs by May 1. If all Sanibel Plan and Land In voting "yes," Rothman stated that Development Code amendments neces- he was "not anti-BMRH" while stressing sary for implementation of buildback the importance of financial responsibil- and/or redevelopment meet the excep- ity. Also voting "yes," Vice Mayor Mick tions above (and, of course, the other Denham noted that the city has "so many Charter Amendment requirements such unknown financial situations facing us •iff. as building height), then the Council now. Fiscal prudence is imperative right ordinance(s) will not require voter 1. . •. I i, ,ii,: i now." \.l ' .'1 . A 1 t 1. approval to be effective. If the residential , i 1 " "What burden are we asking the tax- 1 . : lu lil .Si!- •\ development density Ordinance does not payer to bear over the next 15 years?" fall within the permitted exceptions, then they wanted to know. a vote of the electorate will be required in Casting the only vote against, Mayor order for such ordinance to be effective. Carla Johnston said she found it "odd" :» i""» n I With respect to the other Charter that BMRH was being singled out for Amendments, such as the Planning financial scrutiny. She also said it would be Commission Amendment and the Special difficult to project a budget 20 years out. Council Meetings Amendment, it will be Jan Hyatt, executive director of 12 From page 1 § Local Rec Kids Stranded

The Butter Your Buns tribe: Mack Tarbert, Pete de la Concepcion, Cassi Almeida, Megan Phillips, Johnathan Hall and tribal eye candy Bronzen Winters The Chimi Changa tribe: Eliza Chamberlain, Hannah Mitchell, Christina Rinaldi and Chelsea Grinstead

The winners of the Shield of Zuni, the Fu Man Choos: Maura Dowling, Stevie Fisher, Amanda Steele and Kim Greenplate Zolten tribe member Dylan Richardson somehow slipped away with it in broad day- light (perhaps other kids distracted the elders with a false alarm?). The elders kept it calm, planning a midnight recon mission to take it back, but alas, the tribes had hidden it too well (buried it underneath the sand at one of the elder's campsites). Then, during the last of the fandango tribal dances the shield was brought out in the midst of a skit by the Butter Your Buns tribe. The Shield of Zuni was brought full circle as it was presented back to the elders. In the end, only a razor thin margin separated the winning tribe from the others. The Fu Man Ohoo tribe triumphed over the other three with a total score of 176 The Zuni medicine treatment The Zolten of the Zoltaire tribe: Kris Kilgore, tribal points. In second place was the heavily favored 8th grade tribe of Butter Your Shawn McCarney, Collin McCarter, Dylan Richardson, Travis Kridle and Hunter Shamlian

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Buns. The other teams were the Chimi Changas and the Zoltair tribe, who were on Fu Man Choo's heels. The young Zuni warriors overcame nature at its cruelest. Blistering heat, rationed water, terrible mosquitoes, snakes, scorpions, wild boar and pester- ing raccoons were all obstacles the Zuni tribes endured and conquered on their two-day journey through the untamed lands of Cayo Costa. Brought together by common hardships and a unique experi- ence, the four Zuni tribes returned to Sanibel as one.& Dave with his fireside tunes The tribal elders: Nick, Marci, Dave, Kristina, Ben and Jim Homeschoolers Busy On Sanibel Diner's Delight American Legion j? Coupon Books Post 123 | Here April 12 Jam Sessions . \ he 2005 Sanibel-Captiva Kiw anis he American Legion Post 123 of Club Diner's Delight coupon Sanibel Island has brought back Tbooks will be available beginr ing TSunday Jam Sessions. Come join Tuesday, April 12. At a cost of onl / the fun Sundays from 3 p.m. to close. $25, these two-for-one dining barg ains Bring your instrument and jam with sell out quickly. other local musicians or come just to Fourteen fine eateries are feature i listen and enjoy. The legion is located at this year: the Crow's Nest, Doc For< 's 4249 Sanibel-Captiva Road at the Mile Sanibel Rum Bar & Grille, Rassa at The Marker #3. Dunes, Ellington's, The Island Cow, Calling all members of the American Jerry's Restaurant, Keylime Bistro, 1 le Legion, Sons of the American Legion Lazy Flamingo, RC Otter's, Sunshin t and American Legion Auxiliary. The Cafe, Thistle Lodge, The Timbers, Legion would like to remind everyone Traders of Sanibel and Windows on the that the American Legion meeting is on Homeschoolers with Fireman Ron Ritchie Water. the second Wednesday of every month at Without support from these resta u- 6 p.m. The next meeting is April 13 at he Sanibel Christian Homeschool Group is preparing to wrap up its school rants, this important Kiwanis fundra ser the Post Hall. The Sons of the American season with some fun activities. The group of children, ranging in ages from would not be possible, and the club sends Legion and the American Legion Tthree to 18, has been meeting two to three times a month since August. a thank you to them all. Auxiliary have their meetings the second Working together, the students and their families have had field trips, activity days, and Money realized from the sale prc i/ides Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m. The book discussions at the library. financial assistance for four students at next meeting is April 12 at the Post Hall. The support of the community has been truly appreciated, especially by Fireman Florida colleges, two students in nea -by The Post Hall is located at 4249 Sanibel- Ron Ritchie (Sanibel Fire Deptartment), Weatherman Robert VanWinkJe (NBC2 vo-tech schools and two preschool \ oung- Captiva Road at the Mile Marker #3. News), Barb Dunkle (Sanibel Public Library), Sergeant Murray, Lieytenant. Phillips, sters at The Children's Education G inter For more information, call and Officer Tyus (Sanibel Police Deptartment), Sanibel Historical Village and Museum of the Islands. • 472-9979.* docents, everyone at Island Water Association, Joe Mclntyre (tennis extraordinaire), The booklets are available at Barlk Sanibel Community Church, and most recently, The Bean and SCCF. of the Islands, 1699 Periwinkle Wa|; Although some families continue their studies throughout the entire year, the group Sanibel Captiva Community Bank,: !495 activites lessen during the summer months. For the month of April, they will begin the Palm Ridge Road; Periwinkle Park, 1119 next book for discussion: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe, tour SCCF, and Periwinkle Way; Big Red Q Quickpfint, Our E-Mail address is meet for an outdoor field day for some good ol' friendly competition and ice cream 1101 Periwinkle Way, Wachovia Bink social. on Library Way or from any Kiwanit [email protected] If your family is interested in homeschooling and would like more information on member.^ The Sanibel Christian Homeschool Group, please contact them by email at evettezurbnvahoo.com.^ ...Our Flag Was Still There by Jim George 4 4 r I ""here are no ram- I parts or bombs X bursting in air but • - • is*. somehow the feeling was the same," said Gulf front resident Tony Balletta as he recalled the words of Francis Scott Key and our The Islanc Water Association national anthem. Balletta recounted the story of the man, who three weeks ago, erected the makeshift flag -NOTICE- pole on the at Tarpon Bay Road beach access on West Gulf Drive, just 200 yards The aijinual meeting of east of Balletta's condo- The Island Water Association, Inc., minium. Balletta marveled at the way the pole has will be held at 10:00 a.m. remained standing through * \ several heavy rain storms i on Mond ay, April 11th, 2005 that were accompanied by at the offic 3s of the Association strong winds. "Each morn- ing when I get up I expect located at that flag pole to be lying on 3651 Sariibel-Captiva Road, the beach, but each morn- O' say does that star-spangled banner still wave ing it's still there," he said. Sanibel, Florida. The pole itself is actu- ally a large tree trunk that had floated in from the Gulf and is supported by an array of beach flotsam. The size and weight of the trunk would suggest that at least two or three strong individuals would have been necessary to raise it. The structure is above the normal high tide line and, conceivably, could remain for a long time. Balletta speculated that a visitor probably had erected it rather than a resident since he had not seen anyone near the structure since the day it appeared. Ste|la E. Farwell Somehow the fact that the flag flies on a pole lhat is not man made is a poignant symbol of the uniqueness of this island.^ Secretary Boler, associate pastors BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENT BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENT ^Churches/ Sunday worship services: 8 Chapel service, 7:45 a.m.; 8 Full Worship service, 9 and 11 a.m. Temples Sunday School during 9 a.m. service BAT YAM-TEMPLE OF THE ISLANDS: Child Care provided at 9 a.m. Rabbi Murray Saltzman Elevator for easy access tf. Shabbat Worship Services will be held at The church office is open Monday the Sanibel Congregational United Church through Friday. Phone 472-0497. at 2050 Periwinkle Way on Sanibel every www.sanibelucc.org Friday evening at 8 p.m. ST. 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Recently, T spoke with a good friend who is retired, and he noted that shortly he would be departing for Tahiti to view the solar eclipse of April 9. A few hours • "later, I was chatting with Tucson resident, Wendcc Levy, the wife of David Levy, co-discoverer of the comet (Shoemaker-Levy) that crashed into Jupiter in * * 1994. "If we could know by March 30," she exclaimed with a slight hint of a New York accent, "that would be wonderful." My lips mimicked what 1 knew Wendec would say next. "On the 31st David and I are leaving for TAHITI to see the solar eclipse." "Awe, that's great." I said, my left hand fumbling for the paper with the penciled in number of the guy who phoned, claiming to have invented a transporter. 1 do love solar eclipses, and this one is really a gem. Its path begins in the South Pacific near New Zealand on April 9 and travels northeastward across the Date Line and equator ending in eastern Venezuela on April 8. If you view this eclipse near its sunrise or sunset locations, the moon will appear just a tad bit smaller than the sun. Observers will witness, with the proper filters, a thin ring or annulus of sun surrounding the black disk of the moon, an annular eclipse. As the moon's shadow or umbra sweeps across space, the curvature of the Earth will protrude towards the moon, making contact with the umbra to create a total solar eclipse. These types of events are called hybrids, and they arc rare. The last one occurred on March 29, 1987. A good chunk of the Southern US sees a partial solar eclipse on the afternoon of April 8. Get more information at http://skyandtelcscope.com/observing/. To add insult to injury, I live at the absolute northern limit of this eclipse and will see nothing. Where's Scotty to beam me up when I need him? www.astronomy.org

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Mayors Jewele Mimi's Cate Merle Norman Josmehcs Opening Jaruary POOL- BE SURE TO CHECK BIG ARTS GALLERIES: Natural Comfoi \ Footwear Taste of New York Southwest Florida Craft Guild Now showing in Phillips Cmllm 'Olde Florida G ulerio T G.I. Fridays Open Doors: Young Artists of Lee County In Founders Gallerv Omaha Steaks HOTELS Patchington Holiday Inn Select Portfolio Season Media Sponsor Homewood Suites by Hilton em-HU Soft as a Grap Soma by Chicc For more information, or to request a Workshop Guide containing information on all classes, and workshops Call BIG ARTS 395-0900 L TOWER SHOPS ior tickets and information use you deserve the best if U.S. 41 & Daniels Parkway. Fort Myers a!ii,?15 900 Dwnlop Road • Sanibel, FL 33957 Open d lily, www.thebelltowershops.com {239)489-1221 3§From page 1 sSanibel Cares Donor Appreciation Night _j Sanibel Cares, formed in 2000 by a group of mothers who wanted to raise aware- g ness and funding for the medical needs of children in Southwest Florida, has netted The < Children's Hospital at HealthPark over $900,000 in just five years. Jim Nathan, presi- ' dent of the Lee Memorial Health System, praised the efforts of Sanibel Cares to be the 3 first community group in Southwest Florida to focus on raising money for The Children's Q Hospital. "It is through the work that you do that allows all children in this area to be able z to seek the quality medical care that they deserve so close to home." 5j Guests were treated to a special performance by students of the Gulf shore Ballet under ¥1 the direction of island resident, Melinda Roy. They performed excerpts from their upcom- ing ballet performance Divertimento #15, music by Mozart and choreography by George Balanchine. Sharon MacDonald, executive.-director of the Lee Memorial Health System Foundation, commented on how the beautiful teenagers were fulfilling their dreams of dancing, but the children being treated in the hospital had to put their dreams on hold to undergo treatments to heal. She applauded the "healing hands" of Sanibel and Captiva res- idents in being such an integral part of the grassroots drive led by Sanibel Cares. "You are a model of what can happen in a small community that cares about the needs of children," MacDonald said. ^ —— • IT IM1TMIII11M ••••

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Sanibel Land Developments, Inc. (SLI) a developer in The Sanctuary, has only a few more memberships for sale to Beautiful lake front home with southern exposure for seamless pool. 3 Bedroom, 2.5 bath. Family room, interested parties. These memberships breakfast nook, office. Bamboo flooring and gazebo. do NOT require you to live in Must see to appreciate! The Sanctuary. SLI will pay part of $699,000 your first two years dues. Peter & Mary Ann O'Keeffe (A SAVINGS of $15,000.) For more information, please call VIP 472-5187 Steve Cochlan or Joanna Shine at Cell 565-0513 312-759-2600. Home 454-1303 REALTORS' development of children and families Twins Community through an association with baseball, soft- ball and the Minnesota Twins. For more Fund Approves information about the Minnesota Twins Community Fund or the Twins Fields for $10,000 For Kids Kids program, call 800-33-TWINS or •'A.? • -it'''; he Minnesota Twins Community visit the team's official Web site at www. . ..< • ., . mi "y; -.- Fund, in partnership with the twinsbaseball.com. TMinnesota Twins and The Toro The Toro Foundation is a finan- *?£** Foundation, approved two Twins Fields cial supporter of the Minnesota Twins for Kids ball field renovation grants Community Fund's Twins Fields for Kids totaling $10,000. Grants of $5,000 program. Additional information about each were awarded to Port Charlotte The Toro Foundation can be found by National Little League and Charlotte visiting www.thetorocompany.com.^ County Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources to assist with renovation of ball fields damaged by Hurricane Our E-Mail address is Charley. Established in 1999, the Twins Fields [email protected] Introducing the new gated for Kids program makes cash contribu- tions to improve the condition of youth Orange River Community baseball and softball fields in the Upper Midwest and Southwest Florida. Since Home sites from i iemid$100s. its inception, more than $850,000 has * been granted to 270 youth baseball * • Large estate-size hi me sites (1 acre+). and softball organizations; More than Custom built Key West style, - Only 70 home sUqs remain. 80,000 youth regularly use fields that 3BR, 2BAwith heated pool. * have been renovated with support from Steps to private deeded beach Register TODATf this program. In 2004, the Twins Fields for Kids access. Elevator. Intercom, program was expanded to Southwest security system, Bose pre-wire Honda, spring training home of the surround sound speakers with Minnesota Twins, with inaugural grants addt. speakers throughout. of $5,000 each to Pine Island Little Structured wiring for computers, League and Charlotte County Parks, * phone & TV. $849,000. • Recreation and Cultural Resources. ^^""ondering [where to find Established in 1991, the mission of • p quiet struts in wide-open the Minnesota Twins Community Fund is John Gee & Co. to enrich local and regional communities * spaces? They're r ow available at by providing resources for the healthy -.•»• •*••*••*•-• .* ••••• Morse Creek. Nestled in the •-V.Y .A midst of a Rural 1J *eserve, Forever protected from development, this omax X M.S.T. gated communit\'ion the Orange TAX-CONSULTING & ACCOUNTING SERVICES River features Hiking trails, a Serving the islands since 1978 • Professional and Confidential riverside park, aijid 113 pristine • International Taxation • Non-resident Specialist Foreign Individuals & Corporations home sites more tiian one acre in size. River View, Lakefront and (239)472-5152 Prejeme View hone sites srarr in 1619 Periwinkle Way, Suite 102, Sanibel Island, FL 33957 the mid $ 100,000s. LOCKER ROOM Horse Creek is where quiet came to stay -for good. or SflNIBEL Another line ' oninuii|it\ 1>,\ DfC "IT'S A GUY THING" Back to the days of old with hot lather shaves, hot towels and your favorite tonics. Get comfortable in a Manly surrounding

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Hank and Katya in the square of the new St. Michael's Gold-Domed Cathedral in Kiev. Communists blew up the original 12th Century cathedral and monastery in 1937. Dnipro River to the west bank before an advancing Red Army. I was hoping to see Plysova again and to show my husband my ancestral village. At the UCCA headquarters, located at the corner of Prorizna Street and Khryshchatyk, the staff reassigned us to an area close to Kyiv. Leaving the build- ing, we had our first chance to take a closer look at the tent city clearly visible from the foot of Prorizna. It looked like a permanent encampment, with a press center, posted sentries and stoves inside the tents to keep off the bitter cold. Later that day, December 25, we celebrated my birthday with our longtime friends, the noted Ukrainian artist, Oleksander Dubovyk, and his wife, Iryna. All in all, it was a full but happy day. On the 26th we met our driver, Aleksei, a Russian, at 6 a.m. in order to arrive at our first polling station in Vasyl'kiv no later than 7:15. Vasyl'kiv is a small town just outside Kyiv on the same side of the Dnipro River. We were instructed to be present A woman casting her ballot in a village called Barakhty, precinct No. 16, on December before the polling station was open at 8 a.m. to certify that the polling boxes were 26, 2004, during the re-run elections in Ukraine sealed and not tampered with before the voting started. The 16-member local election board at polling precinct #1 in the Cultural Center at Vasyl'kiv was very cooperative. The head of the board, Olha Hryhorivna Blyznyuk, explained carefully every step she was taking in a procedure that was spelled out by election law. She invited us and the Ukrainian observers in the room, representing each candidate, to examine the four sealed polling boxes, the ballot forms and the pens to make sure they were not filled with disappearing ink. She also allowed us to inspect each of the six polling booths where voters would cast their ballots in secret. There were 2,318 registered voters in that precinct. Hank carried his camcorder and was able to film the entire opening of the polling station, as well as the first voters to arrive. From there we went on to other polling places in the town: to precinct # 9 located in a factory with 2,236 registered voters, and precinct # 4 in a school with over 800 registered voters. We encountered no problems. Several times we found ourselves in a polling station with other international observers, from OSCE or the European Parliament. Then one or the other group would quickly leave and move on to the next precinct. There was a lot of ground to cover in one day.

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Thad to be there on December 26, 2004, to observe the election of the first demo- I cratic president in Ukraine, Victor Yushchenko. I was happy to have my husband Xalso participate as an official UCCA observer. He is a non-Ukrainian, but firmly sup- portive of his Ukrainian-born wife. Our desire to be present at the historic elections was almost thwarted by the late arrival of our visas from the Ukrainian Embassy in Washington. They finally came 24 hours before our flight to Ukraine. Our late arrival in Kyiv meant that we could not go to Kharkiv as planned, because the team of observers to that eastern oblast had already departed. It was a disappointment. I was born south of the city in a village called Plysova. In 1993, 50 years after the Nazis drove us off our land, I stood where our house once stood and walked along the rows of sugar beets where my father's apple orchard had grown. The village was burned to the ground in late 1943, part One tent sign reads: "Donbas: Yushchenko! Democracy! Ukraine-Undivided!" Donbas is the eastern industrial region that largely supported the other candidate, Victor of Hitler's scorched earth policy as the German eastern front withdrew behind the Yanukovych. Leaving Vasyl'kiv, we moved on our observer credentials from the head to nearby villages in the direction of of the local board reported both of us to Obukhov Rayon. We went to Pohreby someone over the phone. It was a clear and Barakhty. One of the most memo- infraction of the voting rules designed to rable of them was a small village called intimidate the observers and the voters. Lyubyanka. The polling precinct was According to election law, only the elec- located in the village council building, tion board, the voters and the observers or silrada, and had only 225 registered are allowed in the room where voting is . voters. The entire village was relocated taking place. to the location just outside Kyiv from It was the only instance of intimidation the 30-kilometer contaminated zone in we encountered. We had more fear of Chernobyl in 1986, shortly after the falling on the slicked up walkways leading nuclear plant exploded. Curiously, it was to the polling stations than physical harm the only voting place where a uniformed from any individual. Clearing roads of militiaman tried to intimidate us. He took snow and ice appears not to be a priority

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Where one spouse lives in Florida and Bankruptcy Bill Merits Attention From Physicians the other spouse lives in a state that I does not recognize this form of owner- And Other High Net Income Professionals ship, it is likely that only the Florida by Craig R. Hersh, Florida Bar Board Certified Wills, Trusts & Estates Attorney; CPA spouse will enjoy creditor protected status. > Do Not Wait to above a fairly low level would have to be A homestead may be protected using 2 stead protection available in severa tenants by the entireties, and there may Plan - Enactment paid to the creditors. states, including Florida. Florida la\ Likely by April not be any limitation on the protection Most affluent debtors would have protects an unlimited amount of ec uity of the home under this exemption, even 2005 to spend down exempt assets (such as in homestead value. Under the nev' bill, The new bankrupt- under the new law. life insurance and annuities) to make homestead would still be protected but Involuntary Bankruptcy cy bill passed by the ends meet during this five year period, only to the extent of existing state aw Senate would annihi- especially if they have other significant if it has been owned and lived in fqr at The Bankruptcy Reform Act as late the ability of "high obligations such as children in private passed by the Senate does not signifi- least three years and four months. cantly change the rules applicable to income" individuals school or alimony and child support It is important to note that state to file a Chapter 7 payments. whether a malpractice creditor can force homestead law protection still appl es a physician or other professional out of bankruptcy and extin- The Debtor Fugitive so long as the debtor does not dec are guish debt without sacrificing significant state law protections and into involun- The new law may very well cre- bankruptcy. The bill has no negati\ tary bankruptcy. income. The bill,also limits the home- ate a new class of individuals deemed impact on a situation where the de rtor stead exemption to $125,000 for many "debtor fugitives" by my colleagues Alan has resided in their home for the t iree- Under the rules, a single creditor debtors, and contains a 10-year look- Gassman and Jonathan Alper, both of year, four-month period, even if th may file a petition for involuntary bank- back provision in fraudulent transfers whom are asset protection attorneys debtor recently paid down significa it ruptcy if the debtor has fewer than 12 and asset protection trust situations. unsecured creditors. Considering credit and serve as directors with me in the portions of the mortgage. cards, utilities, cable bills and other The House of Representatives Academy of Florida Wealth Protection A carryforward provision applie; to expects to pass its version of the household debts, most high income Lawyers. homes that have been purchased v ithin professionals will have more than 12 bill that should be fairly similar to These debtor fugitives would be the three-year, four-month period 1 efore the Senate version recently passed. unsecured creditors. If not, proper debtors with judgments against them the debtor declares bankruptcy, bu it advice would be to quickly create more President Bush is then expected to sign but who never attempt to discharge was purchased from the proceeds rom the bill into law sometime in April. The unsecured obligations if a lawsuit is on the debt in bankruptcy because of the another home occupied by the del tor the horizon. effective date of the law is anticipated to new restrictive laws. It would be very exceeding the three-year, four-mor th be 180 days after enactment. If a debtor has more than 12 unse- important for these individuals to have period. In that scenario, the newei cured creditors, then an involuntary peti- The new bankruptcy laws contain structured their assets to remain "judg- home is protected to the extent of he provisions that should be of paramount tion for bankruptcy requires joinder of ment proof." Such a person would want sales proceeds derived from the pr >- at least three creditors. This would make concern to potential debtors, including to take advantage of Florida's wage tected home's sale. physicians who may incur a malprac- it difficult for most malpractice creditors exemption laws, but would have to be An exception to the three-year, our- to Succeed in a petition for involuntary tice claim in excess of insurance limits, careful about the erosion of those very month rule could be problematic fc r corporate executives who are prone to bankruptcy. This result is enhanced as laws by the bankruptcy courts. For more practicing physicians. Even if the r ome a creditor could be held liable for com- shareholder lawsuits and other high net information on those laws, please see was owned for that period of time an worth individuals. pensatory and punitive damages if he or my article published in the Florida Bar "intentional tort" or "misconduct c IUS- she is unsuccessful in his or her petition, No More Chapter 7 Protection Journal (I can provide you a copy on ing serious physical injury or death to and could also be liable for the debtor's for High Income Debtors request). another individual in the preceding five attorney fees and costs. Chapter 7 bankruptcy filings gener- Where the debtor has structured his years" places the home at risk in c ally allow individuals to extinguish many In any event it will be important assets to be judgment proof, a plaintiff bankruptcy setting. for physicians and other profession- debts and start afresh. The new bank- should be expected to settle his claim Tenants by the Entireties ruptcy laws disallow Chapter 7 filings als to understand their exposure and for less than the judgment in order to Many states exempt real propel ty plan around it to the extent possible as for individuals who have income above get paid something, as opposed to wait- owned by a husband and wife as t< n- the state median. creditors will most likely have enhanced ing for years for the opportunity to gar- ants by the entireties from creditor leverage under the new laws. In order to extinguish all debt, a nish exposed assets. claims where only one spouse is tl debtor who falls into this category must Homestead Protection Eroded debtor. Arkansas, Delaware, Michi ;an, continued on page 64 enter into a five year payment plan A noteworthy feature of the Senate Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, the D strict whereby most, if not all, of the income Bankruptcy Bill diminishes the home- of Columbia, Missouri, Tennessee,

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Chiropractic Methods * IN SANIBEL SQUARE (In Gladiolus Gateway Plaza next to Blockbuster Video) 2240 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL 33957 Far-Infrared Heat 1 239-454-3500 Therapy * Acupressure * Massage (239) 395 2525 • K\\ (23'/; ^5-2.r3 • I -S6fi-395-252 For more information visit www.migunuforld.com , «y. From page 48 Over the years, the players have Naumann and Lori Eibel won the enjoyed spectacular weather, but Saturday women's 4.0. Pam Monahan and Leslie 1SCCF Tournament morning was more like a scene from Wytrzes were finalists. Macbeth than the usual tropical sunshine John Bralove and Paul Emilius won of Sanibel Island. Wind and torrential the men's 3.0 division. Carmine Marotta showers postponed play until 2 p.m. It and Bill Burks were finalists. was blustery the rest of the afternoon, Bob Fisher and Bill Madison won the but The Dunes staff, led by tennis pro, men's 3.0 division. Paul Roth and Dick Terry See, managed to get in four hours Kruse were finalists. of play. Tom Rizzo and Steve Harrison won Blue skies on Sunday allowed See to the men's 4.0 division. Dave Hudson and schedule all of the remaining matches Bruce Fulkerson were finalists. and complete the championship rounds. John Naumann and Barry Wadell won Mike Billheimer, owner of the the men's open division. Luc Century Lighthouse Cafe on the Sanibel's east and Kelton Burbank were finalists. end, donated breakfast both days. John Leslie Wytrzes and Wayne Wytrzes and Sheilah Merely donated a lunch from won the mixed doubles competition. Ken Bailey's on Saturday. Sandy Stilwell, Monahan and Pam Monahan were final- Bank of America staff Kafhy Bright, John Bank of America staff Stan Wisniewski owner of Keylime Bistro, sponsored ists.* Kozak and Marcia Hobe and Diane Pulliam with Conservation Sunday's lunch. Foundation volunteer Warren Schwab The results of the tournament are as follows: From page 31 sors. Bank of America provided the food Bryant, the development coordinator Jane Settani and Debbie Smith won as well as the tournament's T-shirts. at the Foundation. "About 150 people the women's 3.5 division. Janet Gworek Film Notes "It was a huge success," said Marti showed up to the party." and Celeste Bittner were finalists. Debbie boxed supplies - not a fresh fruit or veg- etable to be seen. Spurlock also makes us aware of the marketing we are subjected to, "The aver- age child sees 10,000 food messages per year." When he began the film, Houston was the "fattest city in America." By the end of the film, it had been replaced by Detroit with Mississippi tipping the scales as the fattest state. The documentary and the approach Spurlock uses to examine his subject of obesity are both informative and enter- taining. He interviews, in a sympathetic way, overweight students and adults who are sad and frustrated by their condi- tion. He muses, "It is socially acceptable to hector smokers but not to hector fat people about over-eating." And he adds, "We are not only the fattest nation in the world but the stupidest... More than 60 percent of Americans get no exercise." Spurlock's girlfriend, Alex, a vegan, is horrified at the project and gives a hilari- ous commentary on how his new diet has changed their sex life. In a Michael Moore-like attack on the food industry, he blames these businesses for selling their products, but did they create the demand? Would families sit down to the dinner table together and eat nutritious meals lovingly prepared by mom slav- ing over a hot stove or has our lifestyle changed and these companies are filling a real vacuum? Whatever your viewpoint, you will be amused, disgusted, informed and hor- rified by Spurlock's documentary with its insight into our sedentary and over- fed lives, and frightened by his medical reports at the end of the experiment. Don't miss this exceptional film. THE ONLY ACCOUNT OF HURRICANE CHARLEY'S The film will be shown at Schein Hall at 7 p.m. on April 11. Tickets are avail- IMPACT ON SANIBEL AND CAPTIVA able at the door for $5 and light refresh- ments are served in the Atrium after the Written by Full color photo journal by movie. For further information telephone Island Sun Reporter Jim George Jim Anderson BIG ARTS at 395-0900.« Due in bookstores in two weeks • Reserve your copy now! • Pre-publication Price - $20.00 plus shipping Credit Cards Accepted Sanibel Island Bookshop Macintosh Books & Paper The Cheese Nook Our E-Mail address is 1571 Periwinkle Way 2365 Periwinkle Way Periwinkle Place • 2075 Periwinkle Way Sanibel, FL 33957 Sanibel, FL 33957 Sanibel, FL.33957 [email protected] 239-472-5223 239-472-1447 239-472-2666 issues behind just the work and the busi- nowadays that it is very easy to sayj "Oh, Got A Problem? ness of life. I'D stretch next time." The few minijtes 55 r Dr. Clancy is a licensed mental spent in performing these exercises is eS LISTING c/5 Dr. Connie Is In health therapist, certified hypno- essential. Stretching can easily keei your | THE WEEIC O by Constance Clancy therapist, life coach, author and public muscle aches and pains at a minim im. en speaker. You may contact Connie at Q: I have been 472-3797, email Connie@drconstance. very busy with work us and visit her Web site at Series For AduH lately, and I find www. drconstance. com. # 2 myself slipping into Children Of r~ poor eating behav- 9° ior. Do you have Stretch And Aging Parents any suggestions as to changing this Stretch Again he Alvin A. Dubin Alzheimer's behavior? Resource Center will hold am edu- A: It is an easy by Dr. Michael Tolisano, BA, Tcational series for caregivera dur- situation to get into, MA, .DC. ing the month of April. "Caring Across but awareness is the Chiropractor Generations" will feature workshdps on Charming Duplex Near The Beach first step. Now that you recognize you issues such as diagnosing and treating Duplex has 2 bedrooms, 2 baths on each ne word that memory loss, community resources for side. Currently in rental program. have poor eating behavior, possibly as Offered furnished $599,000 a result of being very busy, it is impor- chiropractors families and caregivers, sorting oiiit legal tant that you plan ahead so you are not Ouse over and matters, stretching financial resources, tempted to eat unhealthy and unwise over again is stretch. and making the most of government foods. Make a list when grocery shop- This physical exercise programs. ; ping, and stick to it. Prepare your lunch is important before The workshops will be offered on before work so you know it is healthy attempting any strenu- Tuesday evenings during April. Eadjh and you are not tempted to run and grab ous activity or new body workshop will be held from 6 to 8 jp.m. something not good for you. Simplify motion. Stretch before sports, stretch and is designed to meet the needs of your food choices so you will consume before walking, and even stretch before adult children who are caring for or less. Eating consciously also requires that cleaning the house or shoveling snow. assisting their aging parents. j you slow down and practice "mindful eat- Stretching enhances flexibility,whic h On April 5, Al Martinez, PhD fl2u- ing." This is about having a moment of allows for reduced risk of tears of the ropsychologist will speak about ha^ ing silence before you eat. Take a few deep muscles and tendons. It also speeds a diagnostic work-up for dementia land breaths and be grateful for the healthy recovery and may even enhance athletic medical treatments. Dotty St. Amefid, food before you. Eat slowly, putting your performance. Additionally, increased flex- executive director, will speak about fork down between bites. Chew your ibility of the neck, shoulders and upper resources available for caregivers. : Call Eric Pfeifer food and savor the taste before gulping back can improve respiratory function. On April 12, Lance McKinney, dder law Realtor, Broker-Associate it down. If you find that you still have Next time you visit your Doctor of attorney, will speak about how and when to 239-472-5187 fx259) • 800-553-7338 (x259) impulses to make poor choices and eat Chiropractic, be sure to have him/her sug- prepare important legal documents. \ 239-472-5257 (Evenings) • 239-851-3699 (Ceil) poorly, ask yourself, "Who are you feed- gest various stretching exercises for your continued onjpage 65 Virtual Tours at.www.sunnysanibel.com particular activities. Everyone is so busy ing?" and begin to look at the deeper e-mail: epfetferfviprealtycom Exceptional West Penthouse! 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Birdies in Paradise co-chairs Sue Richard (with guest, Pumpkin), Mary Ann Czarnecki First place: Joan Smith, Pat Sawin, Toni Second place: Linda Radabaugh, Robin Warren and Sandra Ulrich Cohan, Denise Caron and Sherrie Calvano tesy of, Dick Birdies in Paradise - Karen Hendricks and Muench. Shirley Byrne The winners: First place team: Pat Sawin, Toni Warren, Joan Smith and Sandra Ulrich. Second place team: Robin Cohan, Sherrie Calvano, Denise Caron and Linda Radabaugh. Third place team: June Muench, Lynda Muench, Sherry Hughes and Cathy Snyder. Fourth place team (scorecard playoff, hole #10): Daphne Third place: Cathy Snyder, Sherry Hughes, Fourth place: Jane Gould, Barbara Kimber, Hellmuth, Kandi Sanger, Mary Jane Gould and Barbara June Muench and Lynda Muench Kandi Sanger and Daphne Hellmuth Kimber. Fifth place team: Lai Gailius, Dottie Watson, Rosemary Birdies in Paradise Ryan and Marion Hinds. irdies in Paradise was the theme of guest: Dusty Rose Longest drive-guest, Valerie McCray; Longest drive-mem- The Dunes' April 1 Member-Guest ber, Daphne Hellmuth. BGolf Tournament with a record Closest to the pin-guest, Diane Smith; Closest to the pin-member, Sally Knaub. 104 participants. The four-person teams Closest to the line-guest, Cindy Adams; Closest to the line-member, Sonya Gans. celebrated a fine day of golf and acknowl- Congratulations to the winners and all other participants.^ edged that their beautiful bird population was on Sanibel way before humans, that humans must pay them the respect they Optimist Club deserve. The day was further enhanced by the presence of three gorgeous birds Rosemary Ryan, Marion Hinds, Lil Gailius Holds Celebrity and Dottie Watson from the Periwinkle Park aviaries, cour- Golf Outing he second annual local celeb- rity golf outing sponsored by the TSanibel and Captiva Optimist Club will be held Sunday, April 17, at The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club on Sanibel. A cocktail reception with hors d'oeuvres and open bar, silent and live auctions and live entertainment is being held Saturday evening, April 16, at Ellington's Jazz Bar & Restaurant at the Sanibel Inn. Valerie McCray Daphne Hellmuth Diane Smith Sally Knaub Charity Golf Cost for the all-inclusive two-day event is $125, which includes Saturday's activi- Tournament ties, Sunday's golf, a continental break- fast, a buffet lunch, cocktails and awards. he Tri-County Challenger Little The Sunday buffet and the Saturday OPEN HOUSE MON&TUES, APRIL 11 & 12 • 1-4PM League will hold its Challenger cocktail party/auction each costs $25, TCharity Golf Tournament on and hole sponsorship is $100. Saturday, May 7 at Stoneybrook The golf outing follows a foursome 3354 ST. KILDA • OFF WEST GULF DRIVE Country Club. This event will help raise scramble format. Registration and break- monies for children with Downs syn- This 3 bedroom/ 2 bath ground fast begin at 7 a.m., with a shotgun start drome, autism and other mental and at 8:30 a.m. The buffet lunch and awards level pool home has been beau- physical impairments. 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No Hassle by Visiting: B Flight: First place: Carol Curcuru and Sue Lopez, 25; Second place: Kay of the islands Wightman and Nancy Hopkins, 28. 2400 PALM RIDGE RD., SANIBEL, FL 33957 Chip-ins: Carol Curcuru. www.SusanRosica.com (239) 472-2311 office • (800) 388-2311 toll free Congratulations to the winners.^ CHUCK ANDREWS (239) 482-3356 eves KIMBERLEY ANDREWS Hl'MAXI-MoTr... [email protected] e-mail • www.chuckandrews.com couples also lead busy personal and pro- elry items courtesy of Congress Jewelers. with minimum participation on their §7 Three Local fessional lives. Steve Pontius is general Funds raised through the Le« County part? Do they want regular meetings with u> manager for Waterman Broadcasting, Heart Ball benefit the lifesaving work the sales agent and frequent progress 5> Couples To which houses the local NBC-2 and ABC- of the American Heart Associat on to reports? g 7 television affiliates, while, his wife, support research and education pro- What are their capabilities? ^ Chair Heart Ball Lou, is a self-proclaimed "professional grams to combat heart disease < nd They have the ability to sell now. Do § anibel Island residents, Tom and philanthropist," volunteering for a num- stroke. Heart disease is Americ I'S and they have the ability to purchase a new 1 ber of local charities. Robbie and Geoff Lee County's number one killer of men > Linda Uhler Robbie and Geoff home only if their present home is sold? -o Roepstorff and Fort Myers resi- Roepstorff are president and CFO of the and women, and the American -feart Do they have the ability to purchase a 2 S two Edison National Banks in Fort Myers dents, Lou and Steve Pontius, will chair Association is the world's p.remi ir vol- new home while their present home is this year's American Heart Association and the Bank of the Islands on Sanibel. unteer health organization comi litted to listed? ro Lee County Heart Ball taking place on Tom Uhler is a partner in a financial the fight against cardiovascular < isease. The variations are, of course, encP Saturday, May 21, at 6:30 p.m. at the planning practice in Fort Myers, and Research funded by the Americ in Heart less. The point is to verify your listing Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Linda, now retired, previously worked as Association has yielded such dis ;overies client's needs, desires and capabilities and Spa in Bonita Springs. district deputy for Congressman Porter as cardiac catheterization, open heart to formulate your plan of action based All three couples have been actively Goss. surgery, angioplasty, pacemakei s and upon that data. Your purpose is to sell involved with the American Heart The American Heart Association's Lee CPR.& the property as quickly as possible, for Association for many years as past County Heart Ball is being sponsored by the highest price possible, with the least Heart Ball chairs and American Heart Source Interlink Companies. inconvenience and trauma for the client. Association executive board members. The black-tie gala event, themed Wild International JB Novelli is a licensed real estate The Pontius' have volunteered for more at Heart, will include a cocktail reception, broker of 36 years in New York and than seven years, the Roepstorffs for an extraordinary culinary dining experi- Real Estate on Sanibel:^- ence, silent auction and entertainment by nine and the Uhlers for about five years. byJBNovelli Lou Pontius also currently serves as presi- the Starlight Orchestra, back by popular dent of the Lee County Division of the demand this year. More than 650 social, A ctctioi n eafns From page 36 American Heart Association. business, medical and community leaders / \ respectre . The real "I feel that I'm alive today due to the are anticipated to attend this year's Heart ii.eszstate pj -ofes- Donor technological advancements discovered Ball, which is being emceed by NBC-2 sjonal must ha \ie a plan through AHA funding," said Heart Ball Anchor Craig Wolf. of action for n larket- Appreciation Night Co-Chair Tom Uhler. "The proceeds Some of the amazing items up for ing a listed property as of our Heart Ball will help continue the bid include a lease on a Lexus, which detailed and c< impre- The Sanibel Cares committee decided research which saves lives and improves has been donated by Scanlon Lexus, an hensive as the listing not to hold its annual art auction this year quality of life for people like me." Oceania luxury cruise provided by Betty presentation." "his plan due to the effects of Hurricane Charley. Besides planning this year's ball, the Maclean Travel, as well as designer jew- of action mustf be tai- However, they were committed to still lored to the needs, desires anc capabili- raise awareness and funds. Island artist ties of the listing client. What ; hould it and committee member Myra Roberts include? Look to the listing cli< nt. created an original oil painting, titled What are their needs? Category 4 Hits Coast Today, com- Direct Access Home They need to sell their homd. Do they memorating the storm and lending an Phaidra Velarde need to move from the commu lity by a additional fundraising effort. Captiva Realtor certain date? Do they need to r love into residents Roby and Jennie Roberts (no a new house by a certain date? Do they relation to the artist) purchased the origi- I This direct access home was custom built need reassurance that they are loing the nal, which they plan to showcase in the I in 1997. Open flowing floor plan, vaulted right thing? newly remodeled Viva office complex on Captiva. Posters of the painting also are ceilings, 4br/3ba, pickled maple What are their desires? They want a selling price ve< y close being sold at the gift shop at HealthPark cabinetry, solid oak banisters, master to the listing price. Do they wa it enough as well as various locations on Sanibel retreat with peeks of San Carlos Bay, pool, cash from the sale to purchase their new and Captiva.^ spaanddockfor2. home? Do they want enough c »sh from Call Phaidra Today! Arealdreamhome! the sale to purchase a smaller I ome and Phone 239/472-3121 an investment property? Toll Free 800/232-6004 $1,895,000 They want to accomplish thi sale with Eves. 239/472-4411 the least amount of inconveniei ice. Do www.sanibelrealestate.net Coldwell Banker i they want the sale process to proceed Residential Real Estate, Inc.j

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Remove from heat and drain off Back then you Indigo Press, the company Sobczak cre- friends unaccustomed to meatless meals; any excess juices. might have thought ated to publish his works, currently enjoys it is very filling and flavorful and will In a mixing bowl, beat eggs, then add it was fun to experiment with static elec- a working relationship with every major be a marvelous addition to a brunch or sour cream and cheeses. Mix well. tricity, but when you unexpectedly get national distributor. His boofe are avail- luncheon. We often have quiche at my Put vegetables into pie shell and pour zapped by touching doorknobs or car able worldwide. home, and usually add a bright green the cheese mixture over the top. Bake for doors, it's not usually as funny. Sobczak will be reading some brief salad covered with fresh tomatoes to 40 to 45 minutes unit] the top is golden Here are a few tips to avoid being excerpts from his novels during the event, compliment this main course. Let me and puffy. Remove from oven and cool zapped: as well as talking about the logistics of know how your friends react by email- for 10 minutes before cutting. Makes 6 Start by trying leather shoe soles, running a small publishing company. For ing me at: Barbara@barbarabeardsley. servings.^ raising the humidity in your home or additional information about the event, com. Enjoy! spraying carpets and floors with an anti- contact Barnes & Noble at 437-0654. static liquid. For information about Indigo Press, go to Or, consider knocking your knuck- www.indigopress.net.^ les against doorknobs before grabbing them. This won't stop the spark, but it will make it less painful because there Local Author sanibe [connection.com are fewer nerve endings in your knuck- les. 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Book Seminar White, one of Sanibel's veteran fishing ward-win- guides, has writtenl2 fiction books set ning Sanibel on or around Sanibel and Captiva Islands Aauthor, and four nonfiction books of adventure, Charles Sobczak, travel and fishing. will be conducting "Entertaining and exciting... White's a free seminar this novels are always more than thrillers. Saturday, April Characters are fully fleshed, their motives 9 at 10 a.m. at and backgrounds believable. His dialogue Barnes & Noble, sizzles. And White renders the Florida A Captiva timepiece that embraces the located at U.S. landscape with precision and vigor." essence of the island. Totally renovated 41 and Daniels - The Tampa Tribune. Drive in South "Randy Wayne White takes us places to new in 2001,4+BR, 4 BA, 3-zone Fort Myers. 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Ditto for a on four fronts: little section). sleeper sofa, a hutch cabinet, bookshelves Katie turns one on Dead of Nigh Ms the latest in the and plenty of art. In fact, local talents the 9th, my beloved Doc Ford series of novels that has made from BIG ARTS are hanging their origi- spouse celebrates on White world famous and, along with nal island-themed works on the walls. "All the 10th (no, I won't another favorite, American Traveler, local artists are invited to do the same," reveal your age, holds a spot on the book store's Top 10 according to the owners. sweetie); then the list. Noted author, Carl Hiaasen, says Glass topped tables show off hand eldest son, Howard, White "takes us places no other Florida painted glassware, pottery, bookends and adds another candle to his cake on mystery writer could hope to find." So other assorted knick-knacks. An antique the 18th, followed on the 21st by his find out for yourself... and if you can't curio cabinet at the entrance is filled with beautiful wife, Steffi. Do you know visit on the 10th, call to reserve your interesting collectibles, from bone how many birthstone diamonds that signed copy, 472-5223. china tea cups to "Little Ballerina" comes to?! It should make Congress dolls. Jewelers uery happy. Also, Hirdie Girdie Gallery holds its final open house of the season (1 can't "We intend to keep prices rea- And speaking of Congress, I forgot believe how time is flying) on Monday, sonable so people will come back to mention the gorgeous Raymond Weil April 11, from 5 to 8 p.m. Stop by to again and again and again," Lydia timepiece Stan gave me for our anni- meet glass artist, Cynthia Mclntyre. Better sportswear for size says. versary last month (hate to admit it, but Happily this delightful artists' co-op 14 and up is on sale at the Periwinkle Way is a family opera- the numbers on the dial of my old watch remains open through the end of May. PlusPerfect shop in Forever tion, and you'll be seeing the Cook's were just a wee bit too small). I'm lovin' Located at the corner of Tarpon Bay Green two boys, Zachary, 13, and Max, my new one! Road and Library Way, Sanibel, the Now on to the less 12, helping out here when school FYI: Kraig Kenning, national slide hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday closes for summer vacation. The guitar champion from Chicago, makes serious stuff. The gang at through Saturday. Hairs What's Hot cuts loose for sum- store, open every day except Thursday a special appearance at The Bean this Here's a unique gift suggestion for the from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., is located at 2431 Saturday, April 9, at 7 p.m. To quote mer with just-for-fun beauty ideas, includ- special people in your life: have a ren- ing an airbrushed tattoo. Where? Who Periwinkle Way. a big fan: "Kraig puts forth an amaz- dering of their home painted by one of And here's a tidbit for history buffs: ing range of style, technique, versatility, cares! Add a Swarovski crystal, if you our local artists. Contact Sanibel Art & dare. the building was the original home of the rhythm and sound - instrumentally - then Frame Co. at 2460 Palm Ridge Road Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum over a soothes and fills you vocally." Enjoy. Beachin' it this weekend? Then you'll for the details, including custom framing; want to show off The Sanibel Beach decade ago before it was moved to the phone 395-1350. Tag, an exclusive at Cedar Chest permanent location on San-Cap Road. Fine Jewelry in Tahitian Gardens. Well, they say when one door closes, Shimmering in 14 kt. gold embellished another opens. Sadly, PlusPerfect is with beach sandals, starfish, seashells, closing its doors on Sanibel April 30. But Dont go home without visiting us! dolphin, you-name-it, they're the per- the Fort Myers location remains strong, fect remembrance of great times on the and Owner Judy Dearborn is looking island. forward to island customers visiting her Something else you definitely want "across the pond" in Reflection Lakes to take to the beach - Oakley Thump Commons just off Summerlin Road. in vogue interiors digital music eyewear now in stock at Meanwhile, everything in the Sanibel 2394151088 New * Used * Vintage Sunglasses Internationale, 2427 store is 40 percent off (even greater Island Plaza Shopping Center Periwinkle Way; or call 472-SUNN. savings on items already marked down Open for Shopping: Ahh, one more sure sign of summer beyond the 40 percent!). Those wonder- 15675 McGregor Blvd., Ft. Myers ful Liz & Jane cotton knits and linens Mon.- Sat. 10-5 (next to Curves) - those popular Kiwanis Club Diner's Delight coupon books hit the streets and the Only cotton knits... Susan Sadler Tuesday, April 12. Good for two-for-one painted twills... 6-oz. lightweight denim dining at many of the islands' best restau- and Tencel separates... all the better NEW LISTING - 912 KING'S CROWN rants, these books sell out fast. Contact sportswear that women size 14 and up any Kiwanian (Stan included) to reserve have come to know and love. Choose now! casual day dresses, slacks, shorts, crop As you know, browsing consignment pants, shirts, jackets and tees. shops is one of my favorite pastimes. The collections include "after five" And the good news is... we have another coordinates from Linda Lundstrom and fun place to visit - Periwinkle Way Mel and Lisa and plus-sized swimwear, Consignment and Antiques (located too. "And lots and lots of jewelry," says on Periwinkle Way just off the corner of Judy, who is known for her outstanding Tarpon Bay Road). accessories - bright and colorful sun hats, Owners Lydia and Paul Cook have purses, totes, more. been open only a couple of weeks, but Take advantage of the bargains j SHELL HARBOR - This canal front 4 BR, 3 BA home has been already their charming cottage-style - visit today in Forever Green, 2055 'completely remodeled with in the past 3-4 years! New tiled roof, new shop is brimming with an eclectic mix Periwinkle Way. of home furnishings and home decor (Camille loves to hear from readers. plumbing, no pool cage, gourmet kitchen w/double dishwasher & items, antiques, collectibles, jewelry and - Email IslandSunSanibel@aol. com). & double oven, new tile & carpet, freshly painted throughout and a mar- - orchids! "Because I love orchids," Lydia bled master bath. Mooring area for 30' boat w/a 10,000 Ib. boat lift. tells me. You'll even find a few secshell Offered for $1,264,999. items included "because you have to have shells on Sanibel," she adds. Mermaid stuff, too. Lots of nice home furnishing pieces have been making their way to Periwinkle Our E-Mail address is Way, thanks to all the folks who are [email protected] 1019 Periwinkle Way 239-472-1511 headed back up north after clearing out Glen Simmons, JD Sanibel, FL 33957 800-233-8829 lius Simmons- JD their island spaces. Quality consignment Lecture On Nanotechnology Offered At Shell Point n Thursday, April 14, at 3:30 p.m., The Shell Point Academy, 00 OShell Point's continuing educa- rO tion program, will host a free lecture as • Spectacular Bay front vie i • 2 bedroom. 2 bath condo part of the University of Florida Lecture • Two bedroom, [wo baih. d n • Beautiful gulf views 8 • Large pool and deck • Small complex, un-crowded beaches Oi Series: Nanotechnology - Big Hopes •"Deep waler. direct access ilji boat lift • Good investment opportunity Come in Small Packages, featuring •SI. 790.000 (440819) •$859,000(440821) Donn Dennis, MD, professor of anes- David Schuldenfrei • 4' 2-5187x227 Eric Pfeifcr • 472-5187 x 259 thesiology. Dr. Dennis and his colleagues are mar- shaling their expertise to study the bio- medical applications of nanotechnology — the science of constructing substances composed of particles 10,000 times tinier than the diameter of a human hair Oonn Dennis, MD, professor of anesthesiol- — so minute they typically consist of only ogy three atoms' worth of solid material. to revolutionize medicine, engineering Can you imagine a world where a and computer science. patient will swallow a minute, nano-cam- This fascinating lecture is free and • Charming 2 bedroom, 2 b; th home • Deep water/near beach era that will travel tfie body identifying • Close to the beach • Beautiful 5 BR/5.5BA, private estate open to the public and will be held in the • Dock with lift disease, or that will allow drug delivery in auditorium at the Village Church at Shell • In excellent condition the same way? What used to be science • Screened lanai and fenced|back yard • Open pool/spa area Point Retirement Community. Tickets • $649,000 (440841) • $4,895,000 (440457) fiction, is now the emerging technology and registration are not necessary; if Eric Pfeifer • 472-5*87 x 259 Mike McMurray • 472-5187 % 250 for the 21st century. you'd care to attend, simply come to The Join Dr. Dennis as he discusses what Island gatehouse and ask for directions to is drawing researchers from the fields of the church. medicine, chemistry, physics and engi- Shell Point is located in South Fort neering to the University of Florida's Myers on Summerlin Road, just two miles recently approved state-funded Nanoscale before the Sanibel Causeway.^ Research Facility, now nearing its final planning stages. The institute is expected

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Over 30,000 Available at Die Sanibel School: (less than 3 hours a week) Call Brian Johnson, Realtor at 910-3099. • sq.ft. in size this large lot overlooks Clam Bayou with glimpses of the Gulf beyond. In an 1. Home Ec consultant for middle school students. EXPRESS VIP Realty Group, Inc. 2. Newspaper consultant (journalist) to assist middle area of other fine homes this is an idea estate- Handyman for Hire on Sanibel/ sized parcel with plenty of room for your spacious HOME FOR SALE school students with school newspaper. Colonial Shores-Lakefront. Captiva free estimates-Reasonable home and pool. Asking $697,555 and a complete 3. Custodian-Tolls paid information package is available upon request. Never lived in. 3/BR and Den, SR-2/11-NC-TFN Rates Carpentry/Maintenance/ LUCKY YOU! Call Charlie for a complete package at (239) $10K below builders cost. Clearing/Much More 24years exp. 2 Bay Front Lots for the price of one... 850-0710. Call 565-0617 Hurry before they are subdivided, IMMEDIATE Licensed & Insured as the price will go up. COLDWELL OPENINGS Call 395-2785 Call me for details. Pizza Cook and Prep, Delivery staff. BANKER S/11/5V4/1 .ypco/e/o.s 5 ACRES CLOSE TO BEACH Excellent tips! Apply in person. BECKY WILLIAMS Johnny's Pizza, "She Sells Sanibel" since 1975 Includes lake. RM-8 up to 28 units. Coldwell Banker Previews International 2496-B Palm Ridge, Sanibel. All utilities. Re/Max of the Islands. COMMERCIAL CLEANING 800-232-6004 Ext 1165 • (239) 579-1165 (direct) www.shesellssanibel.com UNIQUE BEACH COTTAGE Wil Compton 239-209-6171. Quality Work, Reliable Service. Free FVS 3/18 BMTFN RECEPTIONIST FULL/PART TIME For Sale S/M1/12-V-TFN The Armenia Group is seeking a full or part Estimates. Big Blue Services, Inc. BEST DEAL ON THE ISLAND! Partial Gulf Views time experienced Receptionist Mon thru Fri. Licensed & Insured. 707-BLUE (2583) BEACH FRONT CONDO Good phone skis, computer experience, Ip typing, filing, era* SR-6/4-N/C-TFN 1BR/1BA Captain's Walk Condo. Lot size-120x150, in gated and general office duties. Needed for long standing Sanibel 2BR/2BA 1st floor, furnished. $219,900 community 2 Bedroom 2 Bath - Development Company. Contact Tamara at (239) 395-9300, HELLE'S CLEANING SERVICES S/R 4/1 Bm 4/8 Furnished Cottage - $829,000. South Seas-$810,000. Residential Cleaning to Satisfaction Call 239-340-2459 S/R 3/11 BM4/8 FULL OR PT TECHNICAL ASSISTANT wanted Sanibel & Captiva • 239-565-0471 Call Deb Gleason, Realtor Call 239-395-3797 for help desk computer position at Sanibel Library. Priscilla Murphy Realty Must have experience with MS Word, Excel, print- Sanibel Lie. #11412 HOMES FOR SALE - Updated 2BR/2BA +Den ing, email and basic troubleshooting of PC's! See Lee Co. Lie. #051047 2 car garage-Off McGregor, close to College 472-1511 or 1-800 233-8829 Joanne or Katleen for application or call 472-2483. Parkway. Oversized lot. New Appliances and Roof. S 4/1 BM 4/15 $328,900. Call 357-1700 GULF HARBOUR YACHT & C.C. 2BR + den, 2BA, S/R4/8V4/8 2 car garage luxury condos from $2900-$7500. FRIENDLY CASHIER/SALESPERSON lor island beach/gifl store. BABYSITTING by Amanda Walters - 7 days a Memberships avail. Urban/Diana Boutin 239-415- Full fime, year round. Some evening and weekend hours. Tolls week. Call 472-3120. www.sanibelbabysitting.com paid. Excellent wages. Call 472-8185 to schedule interview. 5346. Prudential FLWCI Realty. S/11/5BTFN S-12/26-B-TFN CLASSIFIED AD DEADLINE MONDAY AT NOON

ViWii twitumt M *> Island Vacations IF YOU HAVE 30 DAYS ANNUAL Riverfront Luxury Of Sanibel & Captiva OR MORE at > Million $ Views Await You! RENTALS r~ 2BR,2BA with den. po • Cottages • Condos • Homes • REMODELED Harbour Isle Yacht & Racquet Club Very nice, well cared for Beautiful unobstructed river views from this 3 bedroom, 2 bath second floor condo with Miles of Beaches & Bike Paths Beautifully remodeled ground level UF Gulffront condo at per- new carpetiand paint, large master suite with separate lanai entrance and fresh water 8 239-472-7277 3/3 + Family Room and Pool. New car- dock included. Private gated community with marina, fitness center and tennis courts. haps the nicest complex pet & tile. Overlooks Wildlife Preserve. 1-888-451-7277 $469,000 on Sanibel. Amustsee!$1,800./mo. BEACHVIEWHOME Private elevator entry in this gorgeous 3 bedroom, 3 bath comer unit with over Call 1-330-568-0109 eves, This updated home is located on a 2,600 sq. ff. living area. A large wraparound lanai, gourmet kitchen, outstanding or leave message. lake looking onto Golf Course. Offering open dining room and great room plan, fresh water dock included. Model Condition 3/2 plus pool. Tile thru-out. Short walk $589,000 1-80IKAMBEL to Beach. Includes pool & yard care. CAPTAIN'S WALK Spectacula| New Carlton Naumann Home McGregor & College area, corner lot with Sanibel & Captiva $2,100.00/mo. 3 bedroom,,3.5 bath, game room or 4th bedroom, den/study, negative edge pool/spa, elevator, One Bedroom condo. Newly remodeled. Short CLOSE TO BEACH Island Reservations walk to beach Boat dock. Available April-$1,600. wine closet,iwet bar, large master suite second floor, rooftop sundeck, direct access dock. This ground level 3/3 pool home is lake Also available May-November. 1-800-499-1392. Great river fiews. Owner is a licensed Florida Real Estate Broker. For a private showing, call or www.sanibelonebedroom.com front and is located on a quiet cul-de- David LaBdjnge, Broker, Naumann Properties, Inc. 239454-4140 or 239-8504746. NEAR BEACH! sac minutes from the beach. Yard and A Must See $2,795,000. PRIVATE 3 BEDROOM, pool care included. $1,900/mo. 2 BATH HOME Consider Mid Rise Riverfront Luxury Living ONE BR GROUND LEVEL Call 472-6747 With heated pool, in quiet Sanibel neighbor- For more information call FURNISHED APARTMENT Gulf Beach Properties, Inc. hood. Seasonal and monthly rentals. David LaBonge / Broker across the street from beach. Available April 5. Serving The Islands Rental 239472-0692 -Toll Free: 1-888-232-2459 Naumann Properties, Inc. S-12/26-V-TFN Month to Month lease. 3 month minimum. m Needs Since 1975 239-454-4140 or 239-850-4746 $1,000/Mo. Call Lisa 472-5020X10 fcH S-11/30-BM-TFN §8 EAST GULF HOME R/S11/12MCTFN Newly remodeled & furnished. 2BR, 2BA Home, steps to beach, seasonal TURNKEY DUPLEX Windward Way, Sanibel, wlpool+Utilities. & monthly rental. $4,000/mo. A QUIET SANCTUARY FOR YOU Available May 2/1 513-777-4795 while your's is being remodeled. Newly Completely furnished, $1,900Mo. remodeled Middle Gulf condo, 2BR/2BA, Available May 3/2/2 Sanibel & Captiva islands steps from Gulf. Available May - October. Completely furnished • $2,750/mo. FOR SALE BY OWNER Rent negotiable. Call 1-508-785-1134. Possible 7 mo lease available. : 1640 Periwinkle Way, Suite 2, Sanibel, FL 33957 FOR RENT BY OWNER Call Paul Cook • Sellstate Toll Free: 1 -877-588-5018 • 239-395-1213 Fax: 395-2299 239-849-2210. ! e-mail: [email protected] www.paradisepropertiesbyowner.com GULF PINES, SANIBEL. 2/2 furnished house. S/R-3/18DTFN Private beach access, club house, pools, tennis courts. Available April-December. 239-542-5627 or PERSONAL SUBSCWPTtOM email:[email protected] GULF HARBOUR Please Print . R/S 4/1 V 4/15 Gated w/control access. Cul-de-sac, first floor NAME GROUND LEVEL-2BR/2BA unit, facing lake.all tiled, beautifully fum'd. Lush ADDRE Marine Pointe - Available for Weekly landscaping, tranquil setting and refreshing CITY. STATE ZIP. Rentals. Available for March and April lake views. 2BR+den, sleeps 6. Covered and SANIBEL GULF FRONT Call 472-5187-Ext.253 . screened lanai. Excellent amenities. $1,400 BEACH HOUSE AVAILABLE mo/yrly. Sports membership poss. w/priv beach Subscription Rates Third Clasd U.S. (allow 3-4 weeks delivery) D One Year $28 D Six Months $15 Step off porch into the sand! 4BR/3BA, island, marina, restaurant. 239464-2478 or 79. First Clfiss U.S. (allow 3-5 days) • One Year $85 D Six Months $45 ONE BEDROOM FURNISHED large pool and Jacuzzi. Call 239-565-0471. BEACHFRONT COTTAGE S/R 1/7 MC TFN available May 1st. Month to Month FURNISHED APARTMENT GIFT SUBSCRIPTIONS lease. 6 month minimum. $1100Mo. SOUTH FORT MYERS Quiet. One bedroom. Call Lisa 472-5020X10 Tommy Bahama interior. 2 BR, 2 BA, solarium. Private entrance. Near beach. TO_ Private garage & storage. Close to beaches Includes Utilities. 239-699-3278 ADDRE: and shopping. Monthly minimum, available CITY. MARINER POINTE CONDO November. Phone 239-225-8935. S/R-11/12-B-TFN GIFT FROM 1 Bedroom sleeps 4 - Canal View. GULF HARBOUR YACHT & C.C. 2BR + den, 2BA, $600 to $1,200 per week. 2 car garage deluxe condos from $1400-$5500. Call 908-276-3685 or Email ONE BR GROUND LEVEL MEMBERSHIPS AVAIL. Urban/Diana Boutin METHOD OF PAYMENT 239-415-5346. Prudential FL WCI Realty. [email protected] for more details FURNISHED APARTMENT S-12/26-B-TFN NAME_4_ S/R 4/1 MC4/22 across the street from beach. Available April 5. FIVE MINUTES FROM SANIBEL Nicely furnished-2/2 PHONE 1 Month to Month lease. 3 month minimum. SANIBEL - 3BR/2BA house on golf course, near Condo golf course living with all the amenities. May to beach. Available for 2006 Season. Call 239-822-3704. $1,000/Mo. Call Lisa 472-5020 X10 Dec. $1,200/mo (includes utilities). Call 472-0740. . S/R 3/11 BM TFN S/R. 3/11 Ax 4/15 • Personal Check (Make payable to Island Sun Newspaper TOWN AND RIVER, 3/3, Pool, spa and dock. JUST OPENED SEASONAL RENTALS. East Cfedit Card • VISA D MC • DISCOVER • AMEX $1,900/mo. GULF HARBOUR, 2/2 upgraded appli- Rocks Sanibel Home Available March and April. ACCOUNT) NIIMRFR 2BR/2BA DUPLEX IN THE DUNES ances, tile, Jacuzzi tub. $1,700./Mo. Sand Dollar Gulf Pines Sanibel home available April, 3BR/2BA Real Estate. 239-433-1343. furnished, no pets. Rent from owner. Short or long Lake View -$1,400/Mo. FXPIRATIfJN DATE I I S/R 3/18 BM TFN term. Gulf Pines has pool, tennis and vaulted ceil- Call Sanibel One Realty PRICES INCLUDE STATE SALES TAX • ALL SUBSCRIPTIONS MUST BE PREPAID ings. Call 405-321-1151 or 405-210-2341.. "NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS for the new S/R2/4VTFN . ' • . 239-395-2610 Woodhaven apartments or possible future vacancies in the Below Market Housing program. Rent based S/R2/18SM 4/8 on income. No pets. Contact Community Housing & Call The Island Sun at 395-1213 or Fax 395-2299 Resources, Inc. 2401 Library Way, 472-1189" to Place Your Classified Ad, for as low as $7 per week INTERNET CAFE, Sandwiches and Soup. Busy PUZZLE ANSWERS SANIBEL EAST END Location.90K Call Sand Dollar Realty - 239-433- 3BR/3BA Ground level, 2 car garage- 1343 or 1-800-771-7373. TAHITIAN S/R 12/10 6TFN excellent condition. Screened pool, large Q yard on wide canal. Very Private. $2,200 ESTABLISHED ISLAND GIFT SHOP, prime GARDENS location, exclusive collectibles, long term lease, Per Month - Call Joe 239-292-7083. $97,000. Incl. inventory. 407-579-3413. I S/R 3/4 MC 4/9 CO SHOPPING CENTER SANIBEL LAWN MAINTENANCE. 20 Accounts w/ BEAUTIFUL 2/2 PLUS DEN Equipment, trailer, turnkey business, established Quiet neighborhood off McGregor. for 8 Years.-Retiring! Call 770-3831 or 283-8946 S/R 4/1 V 4/29 2 Car garage. Bright and airy clean home. Stores Lawn service included. No Pets. $1250 BOATS • CANOES • KAYAKS" security deposit. Call 239-357-1700. For Lease SALE ON SELECTED KAYAKS, sailboats & Accessories. Dealers for many brands. Best selec- tion to choose from! Captiva Kayak Co. 395-2925. ONE BEDROOM FURNISHED S-2/1-B-TFN BEACHFRONT COTTAGE 800-1,000 s.f. ROOMMATE available May 1st. Month to Month lease. 6 month minimum. $1100Mo. ROOMMATE WANTED Call Lisa 472-5020X10 1-877-561-0726 To share 2BR duplex on

PRIVATE 1 BEDROOM, 1 bath duplex, washer/ East end. Walk to Beach-$550. dryer, close to beach. Lanai. $750 plus utilities. OLDE SANIBEL SHOPPES Call Brian 910-3099. 954-557-3114 1200 S.F. Space Available Great High S/R 4/1 BM Tfn traffic location in one of the islands LOT FOR SALE ~ MISC. FOR SALE most popular shopping centers. Retail, office or medical use. NEW WASHER DRYER A T 0 Call CHIP DURPO Today 1-866-485-5040 FRIGIDAIRE BRAND L A V n S/R 1/7 BM TFN White - Full size-loaded. P L E Original price $700 asking $600. PRIME COMMERCIAL/OFFICE SPACE Call 472-0143 A Bright Spot in Island Real Estate S C R For sublease on Periwinkle Way. Excellent exposure and convenient location, flexible square footage available to suit your needs. CONCRETE BLOCKS Call (239) 472-2183 for more information. S/R-12/3-BM-TFN; About 200. Sanibel. Call 239-699-3278 PROMENADE UNIT 5 1243 PAR VIEW @ BEACHVIEW Build your dream home on this 750 sq ft office suite. $1,200. SHE SAID NO, Platinum diamond engagement large lot overlooking the 7th green and wedding ring set. GIA certified. Total weight R A 0 R E Monthly. Call 472-1439x203. 1.2 ctw, Never used. Value over $10,000 Price A S T with a southern exposure for your S 11/26 BM TFN $4,000. Call 395-1662. pool. Beach, golf and tennis are all S/R 4/8 V4/15 M A M A B R A S in walking distance Call to discuss HEART OF THE ISLANDS SHOPS NORDIC TRACK PRO, $100. Washer & Dryer, $100 E V E R|| L I S Beachview amenities, size of homes each. Shelving, metal and misc. items. Call 395-2375. allowed and qualified builders to Prime retail space, 1,850 sq.ft. R/S4/8AX 4/15 S E N Y N E meet your expectations. Wonderful visibility directly on Janie Pritchard Periwinkle. 60ft of nearly all glass Realtor, CRS,GRI,ABR frontage, Newly renovated. CONSIGNMENT & CHOTCHK1ES 239-980-7474 Cell 2431 Periwinkle Way 1622 Periwinkle Way. 800-233-8829 Toll Free Favorable Merchandise Being Accepted Now! 239-472-1511 Office For sub-lease. 239-540-1104 J& 472-5222 J^ S/R 3/4 MC TFN [email protected] Antiques, collectibles & knick-knacks. www.janiepritchard.com FOR LEASE Highly desireable Village of Sanibel retail unit GARAGE SALE available July 1st, 800 sq. ft., hardwood floor- ing, hurricane shutters and new a/c. Call for SATURDAY, APRIL 9, Multi-family Yard Sale - 9 a.m. to Noon - 2550 Sanibel Blvd., behind Amy's Over info: W - 239-472-1971, H - 239-433-3302. Easy Cafe. BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME S 4/8 BM 4/29 S-4/8-P-4/8

Caloosa Creek Lot. $119,900. SUMMERLIN RD. - San Carlos Blvd. area, 450 sq ft., high visibility, $595/mo. Sand Dollar Real Call Jean Baer, Realtor. Estate. 239433-1343. FOUND - large mixed breed dog, about 10 mos S/R 3/18 BM TFN old, good disposition, loves attention, loves to go on 239-691-9249. walks. Needs good home. Call Julia, 565-2829. S/R 4/8 BM TFN S/R 3/11 NCTFN Call Hie Island Sun at 395-1213 or Fax 395-2299 to Place Your Classified Ad, for as low as $7 per week CLASSIFIED AD DEADLINE MONDAY AT NOON

Why Did The Advertiser Cross The Causeway? To Get To The Other Side! Ask us about special combination rates in our sister publication, The River Weekly News. Call your Island Sun advertising representative at 395-1213. SOnibel & Captiva Islands CALLING CARD 239-395-1213

Emergency j gi1 Sanibel Police ,J ; 472-3111 Lee County Sheriff 'a Office [ [ 1477-1200 On Call Captiva Ddputy ! 477-1000 Fire Department j Sanibel j 472-5525 Captiva 472-9494 Florida Marine Patrol 332-6966 Florida Highway Patlpol \\ 278-7100

Poison Control H| 1-800-282-3171 Chamber of Commence 472-1080 City of Sanibel .472-4135 Administrative Off ce 472-3700 Building Departmc nt " 472-4555 Community Housii g and Resources 472-1189 Planning Departmi nt 472-4136 Library Sanibel , 472-2483 Captiva 472-2133 Post Office Sanibel .j 800-275-8777 Captiva .] 472-1674 Sanibel Community (Association 472-2155 Senior Center \ 472-5743 ARTS Arcade Theater 332-4488 Art League Of Fort I lyers ! !275-3970 BIG ARTS (Barrier Is land Group for the Arts) 395-0900 Broadway Palm Din er Theatre 278-4422 Gulf Coast Symphoi ly ,' .472-6197 Lee County Alliance of the Arts 939-2787 Naples Philharmonii (239)597-1111 Old Schooihouse Tri sater 472-6862 SCA Periwinkle Play louse \ 472-0324 Sanibel Music Festii al (239)336-7999 Sanibel-Captiva Art League 472-4258 S.W. Florida Symphony 418-0996 CLUBS & ORGAN ZATIONS ABWA (American Bi isiness Women's Assoc.) 466-0548 American Legion.. J 472-9979 Angel Flight SE (TedTyson) 472-8394 Audubon Society.. 1 472-3156 Sanibel Beautificati^n Inc ] ! 418-9693 Community Foundation of Sanibel-Captiva 274-5900 Call THe Island Sun at 395-1213 CROW (Clinic ForTlJe Care & Rehabilitation of Wildlife) 472-3644 FISH of Sanibel (Friends in Service Here) 472-0404 Fishing Club i 472-7257 Horticultural Society of the Islands 472-6940 or Fax 395-2299 Horticulture and Tea| Society of Sanibel and Captiva 472-8334 Kiwanis Club , 395-0328 Lion's Club (Jack SJmler) 472-1511 Master Gardeners of the Islands 472-6940 Newcomers 472-9332 Notre Dame Club of Lee County 768-0417 Optimist Club 466-7675 PAWS 472-1027 or 472-9383 Rotary Club 472-7257 or 472-0141 Sanibel Beautificatii »n Inc 418-9693 Sanibel-Captiva Ordlid Society .472-6940 Sanibel-Captiva Po\*er Squadron 472-3828 Sanibel-Captiva Shejll Club 395-1770 Sanibel Youth Socc< r 395-2040 www.sanibelsoccer. arg The Military Officer; Assc. of America (MOAA, Alex Mackenzie) 395-9232 Zonta Club j 671-6381

NOTICE - Section 804 of the federal fair housing law states that it is against the law to make, print, publish, or cause to be made, ISLAND ATTRACTIONS printed or published, any notice, statement of advertisement with respect to the sale or rental of a dwelling that indicates any preference, Bailey-Matthews Shtell Museum 395-2233 J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge 472-1100 limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, physical or mental handicap or because there are children Sanibel Historical Village & Museum 472-4648 in the family. The Island Sun does not knowingly or intentionally accept advertising in violation of federal, state, and local laws pror^^ | SCCF (Sanibel-Captjva Conservation Foundation) 472-2329 discrimination in connection with the sale or rental of real estate. All housing advertised for sale or for rent in the Island Sun is subtsf. applicable fair housing opportunities, you may contact the Lee County Office of Equal Opportunity at 335-2267. "*" '. 72

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tftr tf £790/ investment/ • r, its fffesty/e, it's more... ONE-STORY LIVING ALMOST NEW DOUBLE CANAL LOT * 3 bedrooms plus family rm * 3 bedrooms, great room Easy-care 2 bedroom I SAMBEL * Beachview Country Club * Right on Horseshoe Lake Beach just up the street Condos Homes Lots * Views river waterway * Old-Florida-style design Dock & room for pool I Appreciation 1999-2004 +39% • +65% -t 148% * Heated pool, new cage * 50' tiled screened veranda Tropical cul-de-sac f [ffys since last year +10% +13% * Beach, golf, tennis, & more * Country Club amenties Near Captiva/Blind Pass $824,000 $899,000 $995,000 atCoqyina Beach, Sundial, & Beachcomber Mom info & virtual tours on

icmn Videos, colored EAST-END 2 BEDROOM SUNDIAL INVESTMENT RESORT 3 BEDROOM UPSCALE ©OJJDO fliers with floor * Earns nearly 30K renting * Updated true 1 bedroom * Direct view of beach Brand-new interior plans, pro forma, * Recently remodeled * Screened balcony * 3rd floor corner-unit Soon to-be completed * Walk right out to beach * Income producer * Income up to $63K 2600-sq. ft penthouse & inventories * Tropicalpool & tennis * Top floor & 2 gulf views * Sundial full amenities Travertine floors available too! * Tiled great room & more * Updated kitchen & more * Covered parking too Direct view of guff $629,000 furnished $574,000 furnished $990,000 furnished $1,950,000 furnished LOTS in The

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PRIVATE GOLF CLUB SANCTUARY LOT SMALL COMMUNITY CUL-DE-SAC LOT * Residential golf-course lot * Long golf course views ' 1/3-acre wooded lot Bordering Sanibel River * Facing sunny southwest * 15th fairway to green : This community pool r Short waik to beach * Convenient location * Golf membership not reqd Tennis courts too Most clearing done your * Near Sanctuary entrance * Country club amenities HOA handles yard care Established community * Tennis, fitness, & dining too * Private west-end location Walk to shopping & more Natural Gulf Shores $324,900 $324,900 $349,900 $449,000