BULLETIN Serving Immokalee, Ave Maria and Eastern Collier County Vol. 52 No. 12 Thursday, March 21, 2019 Immokalee Teen receives Youth of the Year award By Pete Cade Special to the Immokalee Bulletin Regarded as the Boys and Girls Club’s most premier recognition program for Club members, the accolade of “Youth of the Year” recognizes the service to Club, community and family; academic success; strong moral character; life goals; and poise and public speaking ability. As challenging as the selection process proves to be, this year’s Collier County recipient of the award exemplifies each of the requisites, breaking Submitted photo/Tony Zollo barriers every step of the way. These second graders were having fun on the beach. Immokalee High School Senior Islande Victorin, humbled by the distinguished rec- ognition, first joined the Immokalee Boys & Girls Club six years ago, after having Buddy Day - Second-graders have just arrived from Haiti. New to the country as well as the language, Islande was con- scious of her accent, but explained that her fun and learn on Marco Island confidence flourished after participating in NAPLES – More than 135 Immokalee generation of nature enthusiasts.” the club’s manners program facilitated by second-graders participated in Guadalupe Nearly 150 volunteers buddied up imme- Tasheekia Perry founder of the Crowning Center’s 27th annual Buddy Day, a na- diately after students stepped off the bus. Daughters for Success Enrichment Program. ture-focused field trip on March 8 to Hide- This year, volunteers from the communities Islande credits the program for helping her away Beach on Marco Island. of Hideaway Beach Club, Verona Walk, Fid- enhance her communication and etiquette Submitted photo Buddy Day pairs community volunteers dlers Creek, Pelican Marsh, Stone Creek and capabilities, while teaching her how to car- “Youth of the Year” Immoaklee High with Immokalee elementary students for Lely donated their time and friendship to ry herself as a young lady. The experience, School Senior Islande Victorin. a day of fun and exploration of Southwest students. Rangers from Everglades National as she explains, catapulted her motivation Florida’s unique coastal habitat. Park led nature exploration activities, while to succeed, and her club allowed her the Gulf Coast University, as well as Immokalee “For many of these children, Buddy Day rangers from Big Cypress National Preserve opportunities to grow. “At my Boys & Girls Technical College where she is thrilled to be is their first real field trip, and also the first coordinated a kid-friendly birding program. Club, I am inspired to gain knowledge and earning her CDA in Early Childhood Educa- time they’ve visited a local beach to learn Staff of the Marco Island YMCA ran a series skills that I need to be the young leader that tion in the next couple of months. “For her about mangroves, sea life and our coastal of interactive games for the children. I am destined to be.” to have gone this far, she is a true inspiration habitat,” said Dawn Montecalvo, president This year’s sponsors included Cheney Currently, Islande works afterschool for to the community.” adds Morgan. of Guadalupe Center. “It’s an experience Brothers, Culligan, FreshPoint, Kids 2 Camp, the Guadalupe Tutor Corps and serves as the they’ll certainly treasure, but our volunteers Oakes Farms, Sysco and Hideaway Beach secretary for her church youth group. While As the Collier County Youth of the Year and sponsors also enjoy inspiring the next Club. she acknowledges that her afterschool job winner, Islande will represent her local sister takes up much of her time, she always finds campuses at the State of Florida Youth of the the time to visit the Boys and Girls Club’s Year Celebration in April. If she is successful Immokalee Bolch Campus to volunteer a at this level, she will advance to the region- Students First - CSO performs at LMS couple of times a week. “I have always had al and national celebrations. The National a passion for helping people” explains the Youth of the Year, serves as an ambassador By Jennifer L. Kupiec form a concert at the Artis venue. CCPS and eighteen year old stellar student. This be- for the Boys & Girls Club as well as a voice Specialist, Communications & Community Artis—Naples collaborate on a number of Engagement Collier County Public Schools nevolent aspiration will take her far as she for the more than 4 million youth served by projects to offer arts integration to students in Collier and this was no exception. ventures on to Acadia University in Glenside, Boys and Girls Clubs each year. Vocal about The Chicago Symphony Orchestra Thanks to our valued partnership, Artis— Pennsylvania upon graduation. Seeking a her own hopes for Immokalee’s children, Is- (CSO), founded in 1891, is arguably one of Naples was able to bring a select group of degree in Psychology, Islande aims to one lande encourages her peers and community the greatest orchestras in the world. There day, make a lasting impact on children all are many who long for tickets to see a per- musicians from the CSO to perform for mu- youth to “work hard, every step of the way. over the world. formance by such an esteemed group of sic students from Immokalee Middle School Anything is possible if you live today for a Unit Director at the Immokalee Bolch musicians. So imagine our surprise to find and Immokalee High School. The group has Campus, Julian Morgan describes Islande better tomorrow.” that our very own students were about performed numerous educational outreach as “a great example of perseverance” citing For more information of how you can to get a performance of their own by this concerts across the country during their her triumphs with learning English and her support your local Boys and Girls Club world-class group. tours, and we were honored to welcome academic success. Islande is dual enrolled at please contact the Immokalee Bolch Cam- Through an outreach program offered by Florida Southwestern University and Florida pus at 239 (675-7003). Artis—Naples, the CSO was in town to per- See CSO — Page 2 2 Immokalee Bulletin March 21, 2019

forever. added to the piece. Again, a memorable mo- CSO Perusing the instruments on stage, there ment that our students will not soon forget. Continued From Page 1 was one that caught everyone’s eye—a type- “These exceptional experiences are so writer! The typewriter provided a fun novelty vital for our students,” shares Skip Pardee, them to Immokalee High School. piece to entertain the students. One of the CCPS Coordinator of Fine Arts. “By exposing During the CSO performance, the expres- composers used the typewriter as a percus- them to performances like these, we help sions on some of the students’ faces showed sion instrument to supplement the melodic deliver a world-class arts education to our pure awe. One lucky middle school student phrases happening with the other musi- students. We are so grateful to Artis—Na- was even offered to join the musicians on cians. When the percussionist typed on the ples for facilitating this partnership with the stage—a moment I’m sure he’ll remember keys, it emulated a percussive sound which CSO!”

Submitted photos/Jennifer Kupiec Immokalee Middle School students enjoying the performace of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Collier County Supervisor of Elections Accepting Scholarship Applications Until March 29 Collier County — Jennifer J. Edwards, undergraduate work. Students should also received and select one finalist to be sent Collier County Supervisor of Elections, is ac- demonstrate a financial need. to the FSASE Scholarship Committee. The cepting applications for a scholarship oppor- The scholarship applications and guide- committee will announce the scholarship tunity until 5 p.m. on Friday, March 29, 2019. lines are available at www.CollierVotes.com, recipients at the FSASE 2019 Summer Con- The Florida State Association of Supervisors or can be obtained at the Collier County Su- ference. of Elections (FSASE) is offering three $1,200 pervisor of Elections office located at 3750 FSASE is a statewide, professional organi- scholarships to eligible Florida residents en- Enterprise Avenue, Naples, FL 34104. rolled or accepted as full-time students in a Completed applications and two letters zation of 67 county Supervisors of Elections, senior college or university in Florida. of recommendation must be submitted by 5 dedicated to “supporting fair, honest and ac- Applicants must be Political Science, p.m. on Friday, March 29, 2019 to the Super- curate elections in the state of Florida.” Public or Business Administration, or Jour- visor of Elections of the county in which the For more information visit www.Collier- nalism/Mass Communication majors who applicant is registered to vote. Each coun- Votes.com or contact the Supervisor of Elec- have finished two years of junior college or ty’s Supervisor will review the applications tions office at (239) 252-VOTE. COLLIER COUNTY ROAD WATCH I-75 at SR 29: Construction proj- while crews replace a driveway, weather hours, while crews make water main con- ect: Crews will be installing underground permitting. Motorists should use caution as nections, weather permitting. Motorists conduit and foundations for light poles on crews work in the roadway. should use caution as crews work near the the ramps. Work is expected to occur during US 41 from Pine Ridge Road to Sandpine roadway. daytime hours. Drivers should use caution Drive: Construction project: Crews will be 8th Street NE from Golden Gate Bou- as crews work near the roadway. Estimated placing sidewalk, drainage structures and levard to Randall Boulevard: Construction completion is fall 2019. The contractor is Arc lighting on the east side of US 41. Crews Electric, Inc. will also resurface the intersection of US 41 project: This project constructs a new US 41 from Shadowlawn Drive to Com- and Pelican Bay Boulevard. Work occurs bridge over the Cypress Canal. Crews will mercial Drive: Maintenance permit project: during daytime and nighttime hours. Motor- also widen existing lanes, add sidewalk to Motorists should expect intermittent north- ists should expect intermittent lane closures the west side of the roadway and improve bound lane closures during nighttime/over- through the duration of the project during drainage throughout the project area. Work night hours from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. weekdays; nighttime/overnight hours from 7 p.m. to 6 will occur during daytime hours. Motorists while crews perform underground utility a.m. Drivers should use caution traveling in should expect intermittent lane closures work, weather permitting. Motorists should this area. Estimated completion is early of from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Local area residents use caution as crews work in the roadway. 2019. The contractor is American Lighting US 41 from Golden Gate Parkway to & Signalization, Inc. will have access at all times. Motorists and Orchid Drive: Maintenance permit project: SR 29 from South 7th Street to South pedestrians should use caution while trav- Motorists should expect intermittent south- 2nd Street: Maintenance contract proj- eling in this area. Estimated project com- bound lane closures during nighttime/over- ect: Motorists should expect intermittent pletion is spring 2019. The contractor is night hours from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. weekdays; eastbound lane closures during daytime Bergeron Land Development, Inc. March 21, 2019 Immokalee Bulletin 3 Beware Of Jury Duty Scam Collier County Drinking Water Your phone rings. The caller says you The victim told detectives that he spoke to missed jury duty and that you need to pay a at least four people who falsely represented fine or you’ll be arrested. themselves as CCSO employees with the named Best Tasting in SWFL Don’t believe it; it’s a scam. names Deputy Brown, Captain Brooks and A form of the jury duty scam is once Lt. Whitehead. The Collier County Water Division pro- This is not the first time Collier County’s again making the rounds in Collier Coun- CCSO encourages residents to report this duces the best tasting water in Southwest water has won this award. Collier County’s ty. The scam typically involves a suspicious type of activity immediately. Florida, according to a panel of judges at water was the “Best Tasting Water” of the telephone call from someone pretending to This scam can take on many forms to the Florida Section of the American Water FSAWWA – Region V in 2012 and 2015 be a law enforcement officer from the Col- include people impersonating the IRS, your Works Association’s (FSAWWA) Best Tast- and won the state competition and placed lier County Sheriff’s Office. bank, utilities, and many other legitimate ing Drinking Water Contest – Region V. fourth nationally in 2012. Detectives are investigating a March 14 organizations. CCSO advises anyone who Collier County’s drinking water was “We are pleased that Collier County’s report involving a victim in Golden Gate. receives a call requesting money or personal chosen as the best on March 14, 2019, water has been judged as the best tasting CCSO reports gave this account: during a blind taste test from among sam- information not to provide that information in the region,” said Public Utilities Depart- The victim told deputies that he received ples submitted by water utilities from Col- over the phone. Instead, hang up. If you ment Head Dr. George Yilmaz. “This honor a message on his home answering machine lier, Lee and Hendry counties. Water sam- think that the caller may have been the real is an outstanding achievement for our util- March 13 from someone who claimed to be organization, look up the legitimate number ples are judged on taste, color, and aroma. ity team members, both those in the field an employee of the Collier County Sheriff’s and then call it to verify the information you The Best Tasting Drinking Water Champi- Office. The caller said he needed to speak received over the phone. on receives an award and retains bragging and those working in our regional water to the victim about a legal matter. The caller Deputies would also like to remind res- rights as the best tasting drinking water treatment plants.” provided a number for the victim to call. idents that members of the Collier County in the three-county region. The next step For more information, contact public The victim called the number and was is participation in the state-wide contest information coordinator Margie Hapke informed there was a warrant for his arrest Sheriff’s Office will never contact you by being held at the Florida Water Resources at (239) 252-2679 or Margie.Hapke@Col- for missing jury duty and that immediate telephone about missing jury duty. Depu- payment was needed to rectify the situation. ties will never ask you to obtain a prepaid Conference April 14-17, 2019, in Tampa. lierCountyFl.gov. He was then instructed on how to make credit card to pay a fine to avoid arrest or payment. ask you for your own personal credit/debit CCSO Traffic Enforcement Spots The victim purchased two MoneyPak card information, to include the pin number cards for specified amounts and then gave and any other identifying information over Monday, March 25: Golden Gate Boulevard and 31st Street the PIN to the person pretending to be a the telephone. Golden Gate Parkway and 58th Street SW SW – Speeding CCSO member. The victim was then told For assistance with any suspicious en- – Speeding Livingston and Immokalee roads – Red- counter involving a request for money or there was a problem and that he needed to Creekside Boulevard – Aggressive driving light running personal information, contact the Collier purchase more gift cards, which he did. He Naples Boulevard and Airport-Pulling Wednesday, March 27: called back and provided the PINs for the County Sheriff’s Office’s Call Before You additional cards. “Pay” hotline – (239) 252-CALL (2255). The Road – Aggressive driving Radio Road and Glen Eagle Boulevard – The victim refused subsequent requests hotline is staffed by a CCSO deputy in the Fi- Tuesday, March 26: Aggressive driving to purchase more gift cards and later con- nancial Crimes Bureau between 8 a.m. and Estey Avenue at East Naples Middle U.S. 41 East and Collier Boulevard – Red- tacted the Collier County Sheriff’s Office. 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. School – Speeding light running 4 Immokalee Bulletin March 21, 2019 KC & The Sunshine Band with Special Guests Village People to Perform at Seminole Casino Hotel Jay Goldberg Events and Entertainment 21 years of age to purchase and be in the VIP gie Man,” “Shake Your Booty” and “Keep It Wonderful Pistachios. The iconic “Y.M.C.A” presents KC & The Sunshine Band with spe- area. Other sections are all ages welcome. Comin’ Love.” KC & The Sunshine Band’s (along with its dance) is featured at almost cial guests Village People live in concert at KC & the Sunshine Band have been en- music has been featured on more than 200 every party, wedding, bar mitzvah, and Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee on Sat- tertaining audiences around the world for motion picture film soundtracks, includ- sporting event. With hits like “San Francis- urday, April 6 at 8 p.m., with doors opening over 37 years, and have sold in excess of 100 ing the landmark “Saturday Night Fever” co/In Hollywood,” “Macho Man,” “YMCA,” soundtrack. at 7 p.m. All seats are reserved for this out- million records. Their second album, “KC & “In the Navy” and “Go West,” Village People door concert. Advance tickets are on sale for The Sunshine Band,” was released in 1975, For 40 years, the music of Village Peo- sold more than 100 million records world- $60 and $25. VIP seating is also available for went triple platinum and contained the #1 ple has been putting smiles on the faces of $139 and includes priority seating and com- hits “Get Down Tonight,” “That’s the Way fans all around the world. Their hits have wide and earned many awards including plimentary beer, wine or soda. Tickets are (I Like It),” “Boogie Shoes” and “Rock Your become part of the international songbook the American Music Award-Favorite Musical now available by phone at 1-800-514-ETIX Baby.” The group’s third album, “Part 3,” – and heard in commercials from Pepsi to Group 1979. or online at www.moreinparadise.com or released in 1976, also went triple platinum www.jaytv.com/florida. Attendees must be and contained the #1 singles “I’m Your Boo- Engaged? Just married? Golden anniversary? Birthday? Holiday? New baby? Share your news in print and online March 27 is Florida Senior Day Naples – Collier Senior Resources spouse/partner. (CSR) – a nonprofit organization working The organization maximizes each dol- Celebrations to address the needs of older adults and lar received by collaborating with trusted their caregivers – joins individuals, busi- partners, including AARP Foundation (job florida.newszap.com/publishyournews/ nesses and organizations across the state placement and training for out-of-work, to celebrate Florida Senior Day on Thurs- low-income seniors), Alzheimer’s Support day, March 27. Network, Area Agency on Aging, Catho- “For us, every day is ‘senior day’ and lic Charities (social services), Collier Area we’ve made it a priority, through the Lead- Transport, Collier County Nutrition, SHINE ership Coalition on Aging, to seek new Medicare counseling, Literacy Volunteers, solutions to challenges facing seniors and Sheriff’s Office and more. their caregivers as well as educate elected Additionally, CSR provides: a daily hot officials on the issues,” explains Collier Se- lunch and coffee bar; weekly food pantry, nior Resources’ Golden Gate Senior Center blood pressure, vision and diabetes screen- Director Tatiana Fortune, MSW. ings, oral health assessments, balance test- Currently, Florida boasts the nation’s ing and fall prevention lectures; monthly highest senior population with some 5.2 birthday parties, dance and exercise class- million seniors aged 60 plus years and re- es, art therapy, cards and games, holiday searchers estimate that number to increase parties, Alzheimer’s support groups, crafts; to 7.1 million by 2030. CSR at the Golden Direct Assistance for Needy Seniors Pro- Gate Senior Center offers a wide-range of gram and other life-enhancing programs free programs and services to support se- and services. Through the Center, CSR niors to address the increased depression, serves more than 1,200 hot lunches a declining mental and physical health, as month to seniors in-need and provides For a modest charge, each package includes: well as increased risk of death associated 780+ families weekly access to a Meals •A print announcement in the newspaper of your choice. with social isolation among the elderly. of Hope food pantry, including 330 needy •An online listing at florida.newszap.com/publishyournews/. Through the Center, seniors can learn seniors. •Online guestbook for friends and family to sign and view. new skills, develop relationships, share For more information on Collier Senior •Online photo gallery for up to 10 photos. stories, build community and feel includ- Resources and the Golden Gate Senior •Gift registry page •Profile page ed, especially beneficial for men and wom- Center, including upcoming community en who have relocated to the area without classes, please call 239.252.4541, or visit Submit your good news today at a support network and/or recently lost a www.CollierSeniorResources.org. http://florida.newszap.com/publishyournews/

• Metal roofing experts • shingles •flat roofs • repairs Call Us at 239-657-6000“Give Me a Call” Toto Place advertise Your Ad Here your business here! or email Bryant 863-675-7045 [email protected] since 1982 239-657-6000 [email protected] lic#ccc1331770 March 21, 2019 Immokalee Bulletin 5 GUEST OPINION Quality donations help nonprofits accomplish their mission By Kat McNabb someone else will want to purchase it. such as jewelry, purses and nearly new Resale Shop, a boutique Guadalupe Resale Shop Guadalupe Resale Shop has been blessed shoes. The Resale Shop does not accept do- that supports educational with an amazingly generous base of regular programs at Guadalupe Like many in Southwest Florida, my par- nations of electronics, used household ap- donors who have given entire living room Center in Immokalee. ents were raised during the Great Depres- pliances, mattresses, children’s clothing and and bedroom sets, oak cabinets, stylish ap- Guadalupe Resale Shop, sion. toys, baby equipment, gardening tools, light parel, one-of-a-kind pieces of artwork and located at 12980 Tamiami That meant they learned the value of a figures, ceiling fans, armoires, entertain- home décor. Our high-quality items don’t Trail N., Unit 10 in Naples, dollar at an early age. Leftover food wasn’t sit on the showroom floor very long. Every ment centers or exercise equipment. is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. thrown away; it was the next day’s meal. A time we make a sale, that’s another oppor- Mondays through Satur- shirt with a small tear or hole was stitched tunity to support the children whose lives About the Author days. For more information, please visit Gua- up and worn again. Soles were glued back are being transformed through Guadalupe Kat McNabb is manager of Guadalupe dalupeCenter.org or call 239-594-2696. onto shoes in hopes of having sneakers last Center, which has a mission of breaking the a few more months. Household appliances cycle of poverty through education for the were put back into working order with spare children of Immokalee. parts and dad’s ingenuity. Some of those national news articles and I listened to all of their stories and appre- blog posts also have discussed the unfor- ciated their commitment to letting nothing tunate outcome of low-quality donations. go to waste. In addition to inheriting their Thrift store staff, who often are volunteers, frugality and thriftiness, I also acquired their must spend valuable time sorting through dedication to community service and help- massive piles of donations to determine ing others who haven’t been as fortunate. which items can be resold, and which will Many of my peers in Southwest Florida be discarded. also are equipped with their parents’ Depres- At Guadalupe Resale Shop, we provide sion-era manta of “waste nothing.” They are guidelines for the donations we accept to among the top donors at Guadalupe Resale better ensure quality resale merchandise Shop, providing valuable items that then are for our customers. On occasion, donations resold to help pay for highly successful ed- may contain something that doesn’t have a ucational programs at Guadalupe Center in resale value or items we don’t sell, but we Immokalee. don’t want to throw anything in the trash. In recent months, though, we’ve received Perhaps that’s my parents’ influence coming more questions about what is considered a into play. We have partnered with a num- “valuable item” to donate. Stories in the Wall ber of nonprofit organizations in Southwest Street Journal, Washington Post and numer- Florida that might be able to put those dona- ous other publications have addressed the tions to good use. Well-meaning donors can rise in low-quality donations fueled by a bring worn or tattered towels, for instance, popular TV show about decluttering, and to the Conservancy of Southwest Florida or with spring cleaning now kicking into high Humane Society to line animal cages or help gear, secondhand stores are receiving more clean up any spills. donations of items that likely won’t be resold To make sure your donation will truly – or even make it on the shelf for that matter make an impact for Guadalupe Center and – because they are deemed unusable. can be sold in our Resale Shop, here are the AUTO • HOME • COMMERICAL • BOAT • RV I like to tell people before they donate an items we accept: like-new furniture, home MOTORCYCLE • SR22 (IMMEDIATE) • WORKERS COMP item, to ask themselves, “Is this something décor, kitchenware, artwork, lamps, linens, I would give to a friend?” If the answer is DVDs and CDs, books and all types of ladies LOW DOWN PAYMENTS • LOW MONTHLY PAYMENTS no, then it most likely is not of a quality that and men’s clothing, including accessories We make sure you’re always with the best company! 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Employment - Auctions Auctions Public Notice Public Notice Wanted Baldomero Arreguin d/b/a Arreguin Trucking is Keiths Towing Employment - Business hiring 25 farmworkers Houses - Rent 903 Alachua St. Full Time to harvest watermelon Opportunities crops in Hendry County, Farm Worker Immokalee, FL 34142 Full-time Shop & Yard FL for a temporary NOTICE Village 239-657-5741 REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS (RFQ) Worker needed for Roof- period starting on invites you to come The Collier County Housing Authority (CCHA) wishes to engage the services of ing Company. Will be 04/19/2019 and ending Independent Newspa- home. Available a qualified firm to provide construction services for Roof Repairs and Replace- responsible for bending on 05/15/2019. Two pers will never accept now 1, 2, 3 & 4 ment at the Farm Worker’s Village Miscellaneous Locations- Horizon Village. metal for trims and roof months verifiable any advertisement bedroom rental Auction Date: 04-01-19 - 9 a.m. An overview of the project scope is provided in the Request for Quotations jobs - no experience experience harvesting that is illegal or consid- homes, starting (RFQ) Manual. necessary, will train. watermelons is required. ered fraudulent. In all as low as $425 per Quotations must be received not later than 1:00 p.m. on April 17, 2019 from Keep shop and yard or- The wages offered are cases of questionable month. You may 2006 Honda interested firms, to be eligible for consideration by the CCHA. ganized, mow yard as the highest of $11.24/ value, such as prom- qualify for Rental 5fnyf18466b023291 RFQ# 2019-03 needed, operate forklift hr. or applicable piece ises of guaranteed assistance. Request for Quotations (RFQ) for incoming deliveries & rates. This job requires income from work-at- Please Call us at: For Construction Services 2003 Chevy For Roof Repairs and Replacements At other misc. duties. prolonged standing, home programs - if it 239-657-3649 or The Farm Worker’s Village Apply in Person at bending, stooping, sounds too good to stop by at 1800 2g1wH52k239447379 Miscellaneous Locations Horizon Village Bryant Roofing, LLC, and reaching. Job is be true, chances are Farm Worker Way 1800 Farm Worker Way 1050 Commerce D r., outdoors and continues that it is. If you have 2003 ford Immokalee, Florida 34142 Suite B in LaBelle, FL. in all types of weather. questions or doubts 1fmpu17l23lC01583 Copies of RFQ # 2019-03 are available on our website www.cchafl.org or from Drug Free Work-place Workers must be able about any ad on these the Collier County Housing Authority, 1800 Farm Worker Way, Immokalee, Flor- Equal Opportunity to lift 50lbs. to shoulder pages, we advise that ida 34142 (239-657-3649) 1994 Dodge Attn: Leticia V. Skipper Employer height repetitively before responding or throughout the workday sending money ahead Failure to submit all information as detailed on the Quotation Submission 2b4Hb25y0rk126858 Checklist is sufficient reason to declare a proposal as non-responsive and sub- and able to lift and of time, you check ject to disqualification. carry 50lbs. in field. with the Better Busi- 2001 InTl All Requests for Quotations are advertised, at the discretion of the CCHA, in Employer guarantees ness Bureau at 772- various publications and are posted publicly as required by the procurement work will be available for 878-2010 for previous 1HTsCAAn21H388466 policy of the CCHA and applicable related agencies. at least three-quarters complaints. Land - Sale of the period stated. Required tools, supplies, Some 800 and 900 325118 IB 3/21/2019 and equipment will be telephone numbers ALMOST 8 ACRES in provided at no cost to may require an extra LAKE PLACID Leisure Lakes area. Employment - Employment - worker. Housing will be charge, as well as long Full Time Full Time available for workers distance toll costs. Near Lake June. Public Notice Public Notice who cannot reasonably We will do our best $ 58,800. return home after each to alert our reader of Jean Deuth - Lake & Land working day. these charges in the Realty of Highlands, Inc. A.Duda & Son’s Transportation and ads, but occasionally (863) 414 - 5326 subsistence expenses will we may not be aware (863) 414 - JEAN be provided, or of the charges. There- A.Duda & Son’s has a great opportunity for the reimbursed after 50% fore, if you call a num- READING A following positions at its Moore Haven and of the work contract is ber out of your area, LaBelle Farms. Looking for a dependable RFP-#2019-01 completed, if use caution. NEWSPAPER... team player. appropriate. Applicants The Collier County Housing Authority (CCHA) wishes to engage the services leads you to the of a qualified firm to provide construction services for HVAC System Installation should apply for the in Farm Worker Village, “A & B” Section, located at Farm Worker Village, Collier best products • General Office Assistant (MooreHaven) County, in Immokalee, Florida. *NOW HIRING* position at their local • Parts Room Assistant (LaBelle) Porterfield Oil State Workforce Agency and services. An overview of the project scope is provided in the Request For Proposal (RFP) Company, Inc office. Job Order • Tractor Driver (LaBelle) Manual. 1397 State Road 29 S. Number: FL10883975. • Forklift Operator (LaBelle) Proposals must be received not later than 10:00 A.M. on April 17, 2019 LaBelle, Fl 33935 from interested firms, to be eligible for consideration by the CCHA. Phone #- 863-675-0565 Duda offers great benefits and candidate must RFP- #2019-01 *DRIVER POSITION Request For Proposal (RFP) be able to successfully pass a drug/ For Construction Services For AVAILABLE* background screening. Apply in person: HVAC System Installation ~Job requires class B In Farm Worker Village “A & B ‘’ Section Located at Farm Worker Village, license with hazmat. You Collier County, Immokalee, Florida do NOT have to have to A. Duda & Son’s 3635 North US 27 Copies of RFP-#2019-01 are available on our website www.cchafl.org or from start but must be willing the Collier County Housing Authority, 1800 Farm Worker Way, Immokalee, Flor- to get one. Pets/Supplies Moore Haven, FL 33471 ida 34142 (239-657-3649) Attn: Leticia V. Skipper ~Must pass drug test to Failure to submit all information as detailed on the Proposal Submission Check- start and will be random Happy Jack® OR list is sufficient reason to declare a proposal as non-responsive and subject to drug tested! Vita-Tabs® formulated disqualification. ~Wages will depend on to restore nutrients A.Duda & Son’s All requests for proposals are advertised, at the discretion of the CCHA, in var- experience! stripped by worming. ious publications and are posted publicly as required by the procurement policy 12250 S. SR 29 of the CCHA and applicable related agencies. ~Applications are available JACK & ANNS in office! Come by and FEED & SUPPLY Felda, FL 33930 fill one out! (www.kennelvax.com) Gate #4 325122 IB 3/21/2019 March 21, 2019 Immokalee Bulletin 7 COMMUNITY BRIEFS Lott Carey NBCA National Women and Girls To’s” that are available online behind the Immokalee Community “Programs” link. The Online Registration Disaster Network HIVAids Awareness Day process is simple, there are no additional Baby Shower 2019 The goal of this project is to provide In recognition of National Women fees, and it is available 24/7. Camp Collier This event will take place on May 9 start- outreach and recovery coordination in un- and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NW- Summer Day is only $66 per week when you ing at 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Boys & Girls derserved immigrant communities of Lee, GHAAD), the Florida Department of Health sign up for the full nine weeks. This fun, ex- Club, 1155 Roberts Ave., Immokalee FL Collier and Monroe counties. The following in Collier County (DOH-Collier) and com- 34142. This event is sponsored by FSU Cen- services are free of charge and will be pro- citing, activity packed camp is conveniently munity partners are offering free, rapid HIV ter For Child Stress & Health & Partners Pres- vided: locatedRELEASE at 10 DATE– different Saturday, locations February throughout 21, ent.2015 You must RSVP to attend this event. Call testing with same day results. DOH-Collier Mental health outreach, awareness and Collier County. For more information visit Rosalinda Martinez at 239-658-3129 or email support (through daycare staff) and family encourages everyone to get tested for HIV at www.collierparks.com or call 239-252-4000. [email protected]. resiliency workshops. least once a year. Los Angeles Times Daily Crossword Puzzle Mold awareness as it is related to housing According to the Centers for Disease Edited by Rich Norris and Joyce Nichols Lewis and health. Control and Prevention (CDC), over 280,000 Disaster Preparedness Training public women ages 13 and older are living with ACROSS DOWN 31 Step on stage 50 “Far out!” awareness program ( Be red cross ready and 1 Modern location 1 Tiny 32 Grasp 52 Cheat, in HIV in the United States. In 2016, more than code 2 Urban, e.g. 34 Jackson Hole’s slang sound the alarm events primarily through 7,000 women received a HIV diagnosis. By churches, community centers, and etc.). 10 Vertical sides 3 Boorish Sacha county 53 Notice the end of 2016, in Collier County alone, Baron Cohen Disaster Preparedness with emphasis on 15 Ability to stand? 38 Court call 55 Hullabaloo there were 1,723 reported cases of HIV in- persona children. 16 “What I always 39 TV input 56 Text status get” 4 Style Referrals will be made to case manage- fection. Women accounted for 28 percent of letters 57 Most massive 17 Baby, for one 5 1993 rap hit 41 1980s “SNL” known dwarf ment agencies as needed for all services. these cases in Collier County. March 21 - FREE Rapid HIV Testing: Mar- 18 Ward cry? 6 Low-quality regular planet Irma assistance is still available Please paper ion E. Fether Medical Center 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. 19 “Bless __ ...”: 44 Sacred beetle 59 Fair-hiring call Lott Carey- NBCA Disaster Network at Psalm 68 7 Home of Phillips 45 Name derived initials (239) 293-9848 for more information. FREE Rapid HIV Testing, Hepatitis & STD 20 “Shadow of the University from the 61 2012 British Screenings DOH-Collier: Naples only 8 a.m. Vampire” Oscar 8 Full of spunk Tetragrammaton Open winner CCPS Strategic Plan – 3:30 p.m. nominee 9 Instagrammed FREE Rapid HIV Testing: Planned Parent- 22 Mr. __!: old item Collier County Public Schools (CCPS) is ANSWER TO PREVIOUS PUZZLE: hood of Southwest and Central Florida, Inc. detective game 10 __ bug in the process of developing the 2020-2022 11 Pac-12 sch. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. 23 Churchill’s “so Strategic Plan. The Strategic Plan is the doc- whose mascot March 22 - FREE Rapid HIV Testing: Mar- few”: Abbr. ument that contains goals and strategies 25 Chess tactic carries a ion E. Fether Medical Center8 a.m. – 4 p.m. that drive the District’s work. In an effort to 26 [Oh, my!] pitchfork For more information about these events, 12 “Swingin’ Soiree” gather feedback, the District will hold a Vir- 27 Reagan era mil. please contact: DJ tual Community Forum at four sites, where program Marion E. Fether Medical Center: 1454 13 It doesn’t include participants will learn about the process 30 “Die Hard” cry Madison Ave, Immokalee; Call 239-658- adapted from an benefits and have the opportunity to provide input. old cowboy song 14 About to crash? 3000. 21 About 1.8 The event will be held LIVE on Thursday, 33 Trap catchings tablespoons, vis- March 28, starting at 6:00 p.m. at the Dr. 35 Wager à-vis a cup Martin Luther King, Jr. Administrative Center, Middle School Career 36 Get comfy 24 “Double telecast from the school locations listed be- Pathways Program 37 “The Hangover” Indemnity” genre star low, streamed online (www.collierschools. There will be a Parent Information Night 26 Basic ideas com), and broadcast on The Education 39 Is worth 27 Despicable sort on Thursday, April 25 starting at 5:30 p.m. something, in Channel (cable channel 99). The event will 28 Australian wind at The Immokalee Foundation (TIF) Office, dialect be held at the following locations: Dr. Mar- 908 Roberts Ave. W, Immokalee FL 34142. 29 Willing 40 Fifth-grader’s consequence? tin Luther King, Jr. Administrative Center, Learn about the Middle School program and milestone, maybe [email protected] 02/21/15 5775 Osceola Trail, Naples; Immokalee High Career Pathway model offer by TIF. The pro- 41 One may involve School, 701 Immokalee Drive, Immokalee; gram focuses on career exploration, voca- a homonym Lely High School, 1 Lely High School Boule- tional, college and university exposure and 42 Like the Negev vard, Naples; Gulf Coast High School, 7878 a scholarship upon graduation. 43 Range for some Shark Way, Naples. power 5K run for Backpacks measurements * Translation services will be available at 46 “The Spanish all sites. Lipman’s 5K Run for Backpacks will Tragedy” be held on May 11 at the Immokalee High dramatist Margarita and Taco Festival School Football Stadium, 701 Immokalee 47 Behan’s land Drive. The race begins at 8 a.m., registration Ave Maria Development will host Margar- 48 Robot extension? starts at 6:30 a.m. You can also register on 49 Chinese dynasty ita and Taco Festival on Saturday, March Lipman’s Facebook event page or by send- during Caesar’s 23 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the ing in your form to 315 E New Market Rd. time Ave Maria Town Center. The public is invited 51 Little to attend the free event featuring tacos and Summer camp 52 “__ yourself!” Mexican food specialties from Taco Tummy 54 1946 Literature Food Truck and Avecado’s, ice cream treats Early Online Registration only for all Col- Nobelist from Dairy Quick-A-Licious dessert truck lier County Parks and Recreation Summer 58 Nice parting and margaritas from The Pub and Grille at Camps began at 9 a.m., Friday, March 15 60 Baklava flavoring Ave Maria. Live Lucha Libre wrestling per- and continues through Monday, April 15. 62 One removed formances will take place from 1:15 p.m. to Log onto www.collierparks.com and click from the 3:00 p.m. and a Chihuahua beauty pageant the “Programs” link. There you can search company? will be presented on the main stage at 12:45 for summer camps by “REAL Guide,” “Ac- 63 Cocktail p.m. This family-friendly event will also fea- tivity Category,” or “Age Category.” Sign in portmanteau ture live music from West Side Tropico, pet to Active Net and complete the online reg- 64 Start using adoptions at the Humane Society Pet Adop- istration and payment. If you don’t have an Twitter, say tion mobile unit, Cool Cruisers car show and online account, park staff will be happy to 65 Victoria’s Secret By Jonathan L. O’Rourke balloon art from Balloon Buccaneers. For assist you setting up your online account or purchase 02/21/15 more info, please call 239-352-3903. you can refer to “Online Registration How ©2015 Tribune Content Agency, LLC 8 Immokalee Bulletin March 21, 2019 Volunteers make the world a better place By Sister Judy Dohner need of one , and “feed the hungry and give Special to the Immokalee Bulletin drink to the thirsty.” When one helps their National Volunteer Week may be past, neighbor in need, they are serving God and but everyday is a day to recognize volun- doing God’s will. Reaching out to others teers. Every day presents an opportunity to thank and appreciate those who serve day makes one more aware of God’s presence in and day out on behalf of non-profit, civic in all people. and religious organizations. Volunteers help because it adds to their Guadalupe Social Services of Catholic Charities of Venice Diocese has been of- social life and sense of community. Volun- fering assistance to newly arrived immi- teering is not just work. It builds relation- grants, farmworkers, and people in need in ships, creates community, and brings joy as Immokalee for almost 40 years. The work volunteers share with other volunteers, staff, would not be possible without the help of generous men and women who volunteer and clients.. weekly, monthly, or seasonally. Volunteers It is important to encourage volunteer- come from all over southwest Florida, in- ing. Over 2,300 years ago, the philosopher cluding Immokalee: Collier, Lee, Charlotte, and Sarasota counties. They come as indi- Aristotle said “What is the essence of life? To viduals, club members, church groups. They serve others and to do good.” With so many work in the food pantry and the soup kitch- less fortunate in our community and all over en. They cook, serve, clean-up, pack bags, our country, those who can afford time, trav- deliver food in GSS’s mobile van, and donate food, clothing and money to accomplish the el and funding for agencies like Guadalupe mission of GSS. Social Services of Catholic Charities, volun- When asked why one volunteers, the an- teering is becoming increasingly important. swers are many: It is important to reach out and give back There are no shortage of ways volunteering to others who have fallen on hard times; vol- can make a difference. GSS is grateful for its unteering makes a positive difference. When amazing volunteers and is always willing to one has been given much it is important to accept more people who want to share our reach out to those who have little. mission with the needy people of Immoka- Submitted photo/Sister Judy Dohner There are spiritual reasons: Scripture says Volunteers helping in the kitchen at the Guadalupe Social Services of Catholic when one has 2 coats, give to someone in lee. Charities of Venice Diocese.

Firewise Landscaping helps Now Accepting New Patients homes survive wildfires Betsabee Castillo Guerrero, MD As we enter the peak of wildfire season • Remove any “ladder fuels.” Ladder in Southwest Florida (January through fuels are vines and shrubs that can carry a July), residents are reminded to proper- ground fire up into the treetops. Medicaid and Most Insurances Accepted. ly prepare and maintain their properties. • Remove dense fuels, trim overhang- Discounted Fees Based on Income. Residents should have an evacuation plan, ing branches, and carefully plan your land- make any necessary roof repairs, and clear scaping within 30 feet of homes. You can make an appointment with a 30-foot defensible space around homes • Prune tree limbs so the lowest branch- and other structures. es are six to 10 feet from the ground. Betsabee Castillo Guerrero, MD by calling The “defensible space,” a safety zone • Remove any large groupings of plants 1-844-FHCSWF or 1-844-342-7935. around the structure, increases the like- like saw palmetto, yaupon, wax myrtle and lihood that a home will survive a wildfire gall berry, especially if the plants are close even in the absence of firefighters. to the home, adjacent decks or porches or Defensible space should extend out- under eaves or overhangs. ward from the home at minimum of 30 • Instead of flammable mulch like bark feet; 100 to 200 feet if the home borders or wood chips, use lava stone or coarse heavy wildland fire fuels. This area does gravel around any shrubbery that is within not need to be devoid of shrubs and trees five feet of the structure. but should be wisely landscaped with • Remove highly flammable plants plants known to be less-flammable sepa- characterized by resinous sap and waxy rated by walkways and grassed areas. leaves. These include: saw palmetto, wax A defensible space breaks up the con- myrtle, yaupon, red cedar, cypress and tinuity of vegetation that might otherwise young pine trees. bring fire from an adjacent wildland to the • Locate firewood and propane gas structure. It provides room for firefighters tanks at least 50 feet from the structure. Betsabee Castillo Guerrero, MD to safely work to defend a structure and • Keep 100 feet of hose readily available is accepting new patients at our helps prevent a structure fire from spread- at a faucet away from the structure. First Choice Kidcare office located at: ing to adjacent wildland areas. • Select less-flammable plant species to 930 S. Main St., LaBelle, FL 33935 Within the zone of defensible space, fol- plant within the zone of defensible space. low these guidelines: For more information, visit www.fresh- “National Quality Leader” • Thin trees so that the crowns (tree fromflorida.com and click on Florida For- “Path Excellence in Patient Service Award Winner” tops) are 10 to 15 feet apart. est Service.