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VOL. 31, NO. 36 TUESDAY, SEPT. 8, 1992 THREE SECTIONS, 32 PAGES 50 CENTS Sanibel's finances to be scrutinized By Frances Adams Islander staff writer The city of Sanibel's moolah - major and minor -- will be figuratively "out on the table" this coming Saturday, Sept. 12. That's when the five city councilmen, with the help of the city staff and residents, will decide how much to spend and where it will be spent, or vice versa. Unlike personal budgets, wherein there's a set amount to spend and the basic decisions to make are how to spend -it, -governmental budgets have more variables in revenues and expenditures - and how many services or "things" are needed or wanted usually dictates how much will be spent. The big questions to be answered this Saturday are: How much will Sanibel taxpayers have to shell out this year? And, for what? According to the proposed budget document for 1992- 93, if spending remains about the same as last year, is- landers will have to dig a little deeper in their pockets. Ad valorem (property) taxes are proposed to be increas- ing 23.57 percent above the rolled-back rate, basically be- cause of the general state of the economy: a reduction in the available beginning fund balance because of revenue Photo by PAUL COTE shortfalls in fiscal year 1991-92 caused by economic fac- A hazy day on Sanibel tors; and the expectation of reduced revenues from sales tax, gas tax, state revenue sharing and cigarette tax in fis- The islands aren't always perfectly bright and sunny, as this picture attests. Early morning, cal year 1992-93 caused by the same economic factors. hazy conditions occur occasionally, giving residents and visitors a brief break from "the 11 The city's major source of revenue continues to be usual. property taxes. In fiscal year 1992-93, $5,551,306 (or 36 percent) of the city's net funding sources will come from Volunteers conduct study, save city $50,000 property taxes. Two elements — assessed valuations and millage rate - are necessary to produce this revenue. The 1992 assessed value of Sanibel Island properties No bias found in assessment process (set by the Lee County property appraiser) is 1.4 percent By Frances Adams Their studies did reveal, however, that the impact of the over the 1991 valuations. The gross taxable value of islander staff writer Homestead Exemption on homes of different values has a Sanibel for 1992 is $1,899,116,090; in 1991 it was The volunteer efforts of two Sanibel statisticians has re- significant effect on the final tax to the owner. The prob- $1,853,373,520. The Sanibel City Council, however, has sulted in a savings of at least $50,000 to island taxpayers. lem was evident when taxable values of properties in nothing to say about the assessment of Sanibel's proper- That is the estimated cost for the city to hire a profes- Sanibel, Cape Coral, Fort Myers and Lee County were ties. sional consultant to examine the practices of the Lee compared with the percent of assessed value actually tax- Sanibel's millage rate in 1991-92 was 2.3982; the pro- County property appraiser to determine if they are being able. For example: posed 1992-93 millage rate is 2.9231 mills. A 2.9231 fairly applied to all communities. The city was ready to do Property on Sanibel with an assessed value of millage rate applied to property with a taxable valuation just that; the expenditure was proposed in the "Big Ticket" $267,727, less the $25,000 Homestead Exemption, has a of $250,000 would generate $730.78 in tax (2.9231 x budget workshops earlier this summer, and the $50,000 taxable value of $242,727. The percent of assessed value 250). The Sanibel City Council has everything to say expenditure is included in the proposed 1992-93 budget. actually taxable is 90.7 percent. about millage rate. Now it is a line item likely to be cut during the upcoming Property on Cape Coral with an assessed value of The council's duty now: somehow cut expenses budget hearing on Saturday, Sept. 12. $75,069, less the $25,000 Homestead Exemption, has a (without sacrificing services), make up for revenue short- After a month of intense study, Ida Lalor and Jerry taxable value of $50,069. The percent of assessed value falls and lessen that probable tax increase for Sanibel Kearns have concluded there is no bias in the way the ap- actually taxable is 66.7 percent. property owners. praisal regulations are applied in Lee County. They com- In reality, one property could have a value five times Sanibel's proposed net budget for 1992-93 totals pared 1991 qualified sales to 1992 assessments on Sani- the other, but could have a tax bill nine times higher. $15,156,552. This is $262,465 (or 1.7 percent) less than bel, Cape Coral, Fort Myers and the unincorporated areas Given that result, Lalor and Kearns say, it is reasonable to last year's amended net budget of $15,419,071 (but last of Lee County and found no substantial differences. Lalor assume that one would put blame on the assessed values year's adopted net budget in September was $13,904,735). and Kearns found the assessments for all the areas clus- when, in fact, it is an effect of the Homestead Exemption. The beginning fund balance (the year-to-year accumula- tered around the 95 percent level. After reporting their findings to the City Council at its tion of earned revenues which is carried forward to provide Lalor and Kearns also conducted another study which il- Sept. 1 meeting, Councilman Jerry Muench summarized the funds necessary for the operation of the city during the lustrated the effect of location on the value of property the council's (and probably Lee County Property Ap- first months of the fiscal year before the distribution of within Sanibel and between locations (the same house praiser Ken Wilkinson's) feelings well: would be assessed more in a gulf-front location than at an "We owe you guys a big, big, big thank-you." Piease see FINANCES, page 11A inland location). < CM All the following information came directly from having an expired tag. Sanibel Police Department reports. POLICE BEAT A Sanibel wornan complained on Sept. 1 that her Anthony Jordan of Sanibel turned himself in and was ar- former husband, whom she does not want any contact rested at about 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 31, after a with, keeps writing her letters. < May 7 bench warrant for his arrest was reactivated. The (A warrant was issued by Judge Hugh S tames as a result of 1 0 alleged disrespectful calls to Judge Starnes office by Therese M. Taphorn of Milford, Ohio, was charged on Jordan in regard to a civil suit. Jordan allegedly made 10 away from him before he got hurt. Jordan went to a phone Tuesday, Sept. 1, with following too close after she was calls during two days in March and three calls in April. and called police. He allegedly complained about involved in a Periwinkle Way accident. Jordan was also involved in two other incidents on Aug. "crackers" swinging shovels at him. However, when po- 31. At about 12:30 p.m. he allegedly swore at firemen on lice arrived Jordan told them that everything would be OK an assistance call on Sanibel-Captiva Road. The police re- if people would not stare at him, according to the police The groundskeeper at a Royal Poinciana Drive residence port said Jordan had ridden past the firemen on his bicycle report. complained Sept. 1 that somebody has been dumping while he was swearing. It also noted that this has been an palm clippings in the utility shed of the residence. A ongoing problem between Jordan and the fire department. A man called a Sanibel store collect on Wednesday, neighbor later called police to say that the matter is being The other incident happened at about 9:32 a.m. when Sept. 2, saying he was from another store in the chain. straightened out. Jordan, who was on his bicycle, accused two men working When the call was accepted by the female clerk, the man on the Tarpon Bay Road bike path of staring at him. asked her questions, some of which were graphic. He then John Michael Schiattone of Fort Myers was charged on Jordan allegedly used obscene language. One of the men, told her he would be in the store on Wednesday and, if she Sept. 1 with going 43 mph in the school zone in front of I who was holding a shovel, allegedly told Jordan to get was wearing tight jeans, he would give her $50. She hung Sanibel Elementary School. .1 up on him. She also refused to accept the next eight at- tempts he made to call the store collect. She asked police A New Jersey man lost his wallet at the Beachview for increased patrols. Golf Course on Aug. 31.
Rolex Owners A complaint was received by police at 8:35 p.m. on There has been an ongoing neighborhood dispute on ADD DIAMOND ELEGANCE Sept. 2 regarding a barking dog on Piedmont Road. Police Robinwood Circle that has often come to the notice of po- Retail Nursery Center TOYOURWATCH could not find anyone at home to quiet the dog. Cuitan Diimand Diali $95000 lice. The latest chapter is that on Aug. 31 one neighbor Just past Ding Darling Outora DiiOMRd Becdi $15000 reported that another neighbor was sneaking around the Change tar Dill Cdor$12MQ A Sanibel man complained Sept. 2 about a "pushy" on Sanibel Captiva Road SptdllRolotowriuulfc yard taking photos for an unknown reason. cleaning aamullyt2W4U0 ,,' (acroaa from Sanibel Elementary) caller who was allegedly from a bank and who claimed he $ wanted his Social Security number to sell him a credit ALL WORK GUARANTEED Gary Hugh Swanson of Sanibel was charged on Aug. SUMMMER HOURS card. TUES-FRI10-4 31 with going 40 mph in the school zone on Sanibel- Captiva Road. SAT 9-12 Dina Marie Schneider of Fort Myers was charged Sept. Hurt of the hUnd Plan 2 with going 59 mph on the Sanibel Causeway and with 472-1370 1C20 Periwinkle Way Sudbd 111. FL 33957 472-14M
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She said they gave her large have even disregarded their personnel comfort and safety to amounts of bakery goods and ice from their store without a be among the first to come to the relief of the people of asking anything in return. (That donation by the Baileys m the Homestead area. themselves was separate from their collection effort which Although there was a pause in direct volunteer efforts is being sent through established relief channels.) over this past weekend as the U.S. Army got itself in She also praised the Realtors and brokers at VIP who place, it is expected there will be much that volunteers can made over 1,000 peanut butter and jelly sandwiches in the THE ISLANDS' MOST Pelican PERSONAL REAL ESTATE SERVICE COMPANY LINDA JAMBECK JOANNE POGUE CONSIDER ATRADE CALL US 1-800-780-4702 6- Caretaker Management TED HOLLAND VIVIENNE RADIGAN POLLY COSYNS fi9 : Ft. 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It Could've Been Us," at Sanibel closed, but if that storm had been just two degrees north, o the hurricane period. Actually, by six days after Elementary School, lead by area businesses. we would have gotten hit. Even if half the businesses on s: Hurricane Andrew came through we had up to 25-foot Matt Asen, co-owner of the Timbers Restaurant, said he the island got knocked down and some weren't touched, we visibility in 55 feet of water. This was a good got involved after Victor Mayeron of the Mucky Duck would all be effected," Asen said. "And if no businesses recovery from the more than 70 mph wind gusts we contacted him about a fund-raising effort. were touched but the causeway was hit, we'd all be closed experienced. What Mayeron, Asen and many other businesses have for not just two days, but years. And with all of the codes CO Up on the crew boat wreck off of Boca Grande Pass, planned for Sunday, Oct. 4, is mini Taste of the Islands they have now we would never be able to rebuild the way we also had about 20-foot visibility on the bottom. celebration. Games like basketball and darts, a silent auc- it is now, so this is not a negative thing to to say it hap- 1 Visibility at the surface, however, was very limited -- tion and even music all afternoon long by three bands who pened, but a celebration to say that it didn't happen here." only 5-10 feet. have donated their services will fill the areas of Sanibel Asen said the committee set up to organize the benefit I We are still seeing a lot of fish around. Our divers Elementary not taken up by restaurants who will be has not yet decided what exactly to do with the cash. A counted five jewfish, each weighing 100-200 pounds, selling tickets for donated foods and house specialities. portion of the money will be given to the Florida Relief 0) on the shrimp boat wreck on Wednesday. There will be a set menu of items like hot dogs, ham- Fund, but Asen said the committee is taking suggestions •a A group of Fort Myers divers who went out to the burgers, fish sandwiches and Caesar salads, Asen said, from islanders as well. If anyone knows of a particular oV) middle grounds area off of Sarasota on Aug. 29 and along with several other goodies. family in the stricken area, or a group of people who 30 found that even there, visibility was affected by The date was set for Oct. 4 to give the organizers time to could use the funds to rebuild a home or life, they are J the hurricane. They were about 100 miles offshore in plan a well organized event, and to help continue a steady asked to call Mayeron at 472-3434. Asen said the group* 100-130 feet of water, and the best visibility they had stream of aid the hurricane ravaged South Florida area is would consider adopting a family so it could see the dona- all weekend was only 20 feet. getting. By that time, some are afraid that donations may tions at work. The Caloosa Dive Club had taken a group out to taper off. "It would be nice to say we helped someone rebuild a the exact same area two weekends preceding that one, "The first memories fade quickly," Asen said home rather than to give money to a fund that already has but on Aug. 29-30 there were noticeably fewer fish to "A lot of people talk about the weather, but nobody does millions of dollars in it," he said. be found. We speculate that after the hurricane the anything about it. We don't need a reason to help people, Islanders who are interested in joining businesses like fish may have moved off into the deeper water that but we can, and this way, instead of just sending a check The Timbers, 'Tween Waters, Mucky Duck and South exists very close by there. to Tallahassee, you can still make a donation and get Seas Plantation in the event are also urged to call something for it," he said. Surface temperature: 90 degrees Mayeron so they can be a part of the planning process. Bottom temperature: 87 degrees at 55' Visibility: 15-25 feet at 55', depending on weather and location Islanders begin unique collection/donation Snorkeling conditions have been very good. We've enjoyed some very good shell finds and were delighted programs for Miami area residents by a lot of dolphin displays this week. By Michelle Alar Rabbit Road Center for Children is collecting books, col- Islander Staff Writer oring books, new crayons, markers, pencils, paper ~ Islanders have pitched in with some unique ways to help lined, plain and construction - and other simple art sup- the victims of Hurricane Andrew, and now two more pro- plies to be sent to the kids. grams have been set up, involving children and even visi- The center will be taking donations until Wednesday, WEATHER tors to the island. Sept. 16. After 6 p.m. on that date, the supplies will be Sanibel Realty, in conjunction with Studio Eleven, has taken to the children. The center is located at 975 Rabbit WATCH begun a food drive for the Homestead and Florida City Road, on the corner of Rabbit Road and Sanibel-Captiva area. Upon check-in, those staying with the realty agency Road. will be handed a bag, courtesy of Bailey's General Store. The visitors are asked to put in the bag any non-perishable Last week's temperatures in paradise were items that they may have purchased on their vacation and recorded at the Sanibel-Captiva Chamber of not used; items that they would normally throw away. 22 enter opening week Commerce as follows: Tenants who are currently staying on Sanibel with the re- HIGH LOW RAIN alty company are being contacted and asked to do the of Pigskin Picks test same. The Islander's annual Pigskin Picks contest got off to Monday, Aug. 31 92 71 0.0 "Even a half-used box of Kleenex would be of use to Tuesday, Sept. 1 95 73 0.0 a fast start last week with 22 competitors testing their someone who has noting," said Fran Peters, general man- football prognostication abilities, and filling out our Wednesday, Sept. 2 96 78 0.0 ager of Sanibel Realty. Thursday, Sept. 3 90 74 0.6 handy entry form. Peters said the realty company immediately sent out a Because of the Labor Day holiday (and early publication Friday, Sept. 4 90 73 0.2 mailing to each unit owner to let them know what exactly deadlines), the winner of week one of the contest will be Saturday, Sept. 5 92 75 0.0 happened during the storm. She said she has had several announced - along with the winner of week two - in next calls from property owners who want to know how they week's Islander (9-15). can help. She added that she even knows of one woman from Minnesota who will be flying down in the next Remember, each week's winner will receive a free Florida LOTTO could of days, loading up her landscaper's truck with goods "Islander" pizza from Island Pizza, a co-sponsor for this and generators and heading off for Homestead. year's contest. Numbers From Sept. 5, 1992: Once the items have been collected at the office, located at 1630 Periwinkle Way, Suite A, it will be trucked to the Circle the name of the team you think will win each game. For the 11-15-19-22-25-41 east coast, Peters said. She knows of people who are mak- Game of the Week, circle the team you think will win AND include your ing regular trips, and with the shipments leaving from guess for the total number of points that will be scored in that contest.The person with the best record for the week wins. Should Bailey's, she is sure it will reach its ultimate destination. there be a tie between two or more players, the Total Points category Libby McMillian of Studio Eleven said she has spoken will serve as the tie-breaker. with several people who have visited the hardest hit areas and cries for diapers, baby food, personal hygiene prod- Saturday, Sept. 12 Sunday, Sept. 13 ucts, feminine supplies and pet food are being heard. FSU at Clemson G. Bay at Tampa Bay McMillian also suggested that other island resorts and re- Kentucky at Florida Dallas at N.Y. Giants alty companies ask their tenants and guests to begin a pro- Ark. at S. Carolina Chicago at N. Orleans ject like to Sanibel Realty's. Tenn. at Georgia San Diego at Denver Mich, at Notre Dame Seattle at K.C. EDITOR: Christopher Strine Help for the children W.Va. at Pittsburgh Atlanta at Wash. ADVERTISING MANAGER: Lorin vlsek Also, surrounded by the rubble of what once was a safe REPORTERS: Fiances Adams, Steve Ruediger, Frank Wagner PHOTOGRAPHER: Paul Cote place with their belongings strewn all over, forced to live Game of the Week CONTRIBUTORS: Capt. Mike Fuery, Dr. Faye Granberry, in a tent in close quarters in the company of strangers Sunday, Sept. 13 Scott McPhee, Trina Ord, Dr. Willard Payne, Bobbie Sharp with nothing for security or in a shelter with no electricity College and Art Stevens or running water are the children of hurricane-ravaged Buffalo at San Francisco ADVERTISING SALES: Ken Rasi and Phyllis Neal CLASSIFIEDS/SUBSCRIPTIONS: LuAnn Roberts Homestead and Florida City. LOCATION MAIUNG ADDRESS Although donations of food, clothing and building sup- Total Points RHz Diner P.O. Box 56 plies are pouring into the area, one organization on Sani- Islander Center Sanibel, FL 33957 bel is afraid the children are being left out. That's why the Name: 2407 Periwinkle Way 472-5185 FAX 472-5302 (First and last, please — no initials) SUBSCRIPTION RATES $19.75 $26.00 $26.00 $40.00 Address: S1&63NmGpaper $24.52 Newspaper Annual Subscription Annual Subscription Pelicans battered *~fm* t1.48St Sales Tax USA Foreign Phone: SanfcetCaplMa Islander (USPS 481-400) - Second class postage permit paid by Hurricane Andrew for al Sanfce) Island, FL 33957. rurtn—hi Please send form 3579 and changes of address to P.O. Box 56. Immediately after Hurricane Andrew swept past Sanibel Sartml 33957. and Captiva, 30 injured or disoriented pelicans were Pigskin Picks must The Sanibel-Captiva Islander is published each Tuesday and is distribut- ed throughout Sanibel and Captiva Islands. brought into Care and Rehabilitation of Wildlife, the wild be delivered to Classified advertising deadline is Friday at 3 p.m. animal hospital on Sanibel. CROW staff people were also The Islander of- Enw Responsibility: In the event of an error, we are responsible only fice by 5 p.m. Fri- lor aw fast incorrect insertion of an ad if, in our opinion, there is a loss of told about approximately 10 dead pelicans that had been day, Sept. 11 or value- We do not assume any responsibility for an error beyond the cost of found after the storm. postmarked by that the ad teelt We assume no financial responsibility for typographical errors in date. Late entries aDVartsemert but will reprint without charge that part which is incorrect. We According to the CROW staff, of those brought in, 19 will not be included. are not responsiblefo r any credit or reimbursement after 30 days from publi- cation dale. have been released, two were dead on arrival, five died dur- Columns: Opinions expressed in columns in The Islander and Letters ing treatment and four were still at the facility recuperat- to the Editor are those of the person writing the column or letter and do not rwcessaj% reflec! those of the newspaper. ing on Friday, Sept. 4. oi > Islanders at Larg m 3) 'End of the Hazardous Waste Collection What's Happening Offshore Oil Work ID Summertime Blues' Household hazardous waste collection at the Nature Center? to Begin in Early 1993 The need for blood in Southwest Florida days will be held at the Lee County On Sunday, Sept. 13, a program entitled Coastal Petroleum Company has an- is at an all-time high as the summer Hazardous Waste Collection Facility on "Sea Turtles, Ancient Nomads" will be nounced it will begin magnetic and gravita- to closes. To help remedy that situation Saturday, Sept. 19, and Sunday, Sept. 20, presented in the planetarium of the Nature tional data collection early next year in its 30 Years Ago This Week 5 Years Ago This Week Sept.12, 1962 REMEMBER Sept. 9, 1987 The Hurricane House, one of the three oldest buildings Last Wednesday Ferrell Johns was busy constructing a on the islands, was destroyed by an early morning fire last WHEN? deck at the Tarpon bay Canoe Concession. Less than 24 week. Owner Paul Steams and two guests in an apartment hours later he was on the front lines battling an 8,000-acre adjoining the main building escaped in their night clothes. fire storm in California's Sierra Nevada mountains. An The Hurricane House was built in 1896 by the Willis employee of the J.N. "Ding" Darling Wildlife Refuge family and has been operated by Paul and Edna Stearns since 1977, he is one of thousands of emergency firefight- since 1955. 15 Years Ago This Week ers being rushed to California and several other western Sept. 6, 1977 states where thousands of lightning-caused fires bum out Father Miguel Goni celebrated the first mass at the is- Sixteen inches of rain fell in 24 hours at the beginning of control. lands' new catholic church with 49 persons in attendance of Labor Day weekend. The islands were turned into one last Sunday. large swimming hole with the Wulfert Point area hardest 25 Years Ago This Week hit. The Sanibel City Council decided last week that educa- Sept. 7, 1967 tion would be more appropriate that further governmental The Sea Horse Shop is having a special pre-season sale. The Planing Commission last week approved expan- restrictions to help save the Kinzie Island gopher tor- Bargains include 14 bathing suits for $2, 70 sweaters and sions of Scotty's Restaurant and Sanibel Community toises. men's sports coats at 40 percent off, and odds and ends al- Church. most free. 1 Year Ago This Week 10 Years Ago This Week Sara Stahlin was hostess last week at South Seas Planta- Sept. 8, 1982 Sept. 10, 1991 tion to 23 of her Alpha Omicron Pi sorority sisters from The early onset of the fall doldrums on the islands is The city of Sanibel employees' compensation plan, Florida Southern College. The girls made plans for the blamed for the earlier opening of most Florida schools. known for years as being very generous, will be reviewed fall rush. The slow season traditionally begins after the Labor Day again during the next year, this time with the intent of re- weekends, but for the past two weeks the islands have vamping the system to make it "more coherent" and truly 20 Years Ago This Week competitive. Sept. 7, 1972 been all but deserted. A multi-million dollar development of single-family Lethal yellowing is continuing to spread on Sanibel. In homes on 330 acres west of Bailey Road and east of Dixie Planning Commissioner Jerry Muench was the first can- response to that spread a private company, Operation Co- Beach Boulevard has been approved by the Lee County didate to qualify to run for one of the two City Council conut, is offering two ways for tree owners to try to pro- Zoning Board. William Vines of Naples is the developer. seats up for grabs in the Nov. 2 election. tect their property. Relief continued from page 3A pared for no electricity and no place with a roof under which to sleep. They said one group of volunteers were so unprepared that the victims ended up having to care for the volun- teers. Roberta said that many people who won't leave de- stroyed homes are doing so out of denial and that they would be better off in the tents. She said there are thou- sands of people who are unable to get to the distribution centers and a delivery system is needed. She said she found a woman caring for 25 children, none of whom had had anything to eat for three days. The Schuldenfreis said the best relief work they saw was being done through a local church which can be contacted through Rev. Bill Jerrils of the Florida General Assembly of the Church of God. In contrast, volunteers have criticized the work of the American Red Cross. In highlighting the work of the Schuldenfreis, it should be kept in mind that numerous individuals who will prob- ably never get public recognition have, are and will be do- ing what they can to help. 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DAD'S ROOTBEER NEHI FLAVORS ICE COLD 2 LITERS Serving from 11:30 - Midnight Mon.-Sat. and from 12:30 - 11:00 pm Sundays 990 EACH Happy Hours 7 days 4-6 AND 10-MIdnlght • Take Out Available • 472-HIKE Sanibel's Only Full Liquor Bar with Satellite TVs 472-2151 Located next to The Timbers Restaurant (703 Tarpon Bay Rd.) 1207 Periwinkle Way THE GROG SHOP CO LIQUORS • BEER • WINE • MIXES > ONE OF THE BEST SELECTIONS OF DOMESTIC & IMPORTED WINES ON THE WEST COAST z D m 30 A SALUTE TO ALL GRANDPARENTS I FROM THE (D GROG SHOP OB GRANDPARENTS DAY SEPT. 13 ma Hurricane Andrew ripped apart this truck trailer near Homestead and STOP IN AND SHOW This Week's Special deposited it against a telephone pole. US A PICTURE OF YOUR GRANDCHILD Newport Relief continued from page 6A AND RECEIVE A Vodka Sanibel Police Dispatcher Friar Wicall the help they can get." FREE SHOT GLASS spent her recent days off working as a dis- Roberta added, "I can't thank Sanibel patcher for Metro-Dade to relieve their enough; everybody who donated anything, (Limit one to a customer) overworked employees. even thoughts and prayers. It is needed, Jeff Poirot of Island Home Mortgage is don't stop, because the people (of Home- also a sheriffs deputy and took part in the stead) really do appreciate it." extensive assistance provided by the Lee OPEN EVERY DAY County Sheriffs Department in the disaster / DISCOUNT ON OPEN area. Rec Center to be closed 'OCASEORDERS MONDAY-SATURDAY There is concern that the organizational 9 A.M.-9 P.M. (Excluding Specials) SUNDAY NOON-7 P.M. delay created by the establishment of the On Wednedsay evening, Sept. 9, from 6-8 army presence might slow future relief ef- p.m., and Thursday through Sunday, Sept. forts. There is also concern in the disaster 10-13, all the Sanibel Rec Center facilities Bailey's Shopping Center area that people will forget them when An- will be closed so staffers can attend the TARPON BAY ROAD AT CORNER OF PERIWINKLE WAY drew is no longer front page news. Florida Parks and Recreation Association The Schuldenfreis hope people will con- Conference. tinue their volunteer efforts. For additional information, call the center Need more papers? "It is not remotely close to being done," at 472-0345. Additional copies of particular issues of The Islander mailed a the reader's Dave said Dave. "They need absolutely all request cost $2 each to cover postage and handling. Mail requests with check or money order to: P.O. Box 56, Sanibel, FL 33957. SEPTEMBER SHRIMP Food For SPECTACULAR! Thought By Paul Gaeta Serve french toast with apple topping. Mix 1/4 cup sugar into 6 Tbs. melted butter. 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SANIBEL ISLAND 472-1771 472-1366 Home of The Sanibel Grill serving from 11:30 am Mon.- Sat. 12:30 Sunday Corner of TARpon Bay Rd. & periWINKLE Way The Timbers Restaurant Open 5:00-10:00 7 Days Fish Market Open at Noon (2pm Sun.) Tuesday, 8A Cityside Sept. 8, 1992 Planning Commission's language interpretation reversed by council By Frances Adams specific amendment to the Land Development Code still Islander staff writer apply, and the current angle-of-light requirements do not After lengthy head-to-head disagreement Sept. 1, the apply. Sanibel City Council voted 3-2 to reverse on appeal an in- From the start of the hearing, all five councilmen ex- terpretation of language made by the Planning Commis- pressed their sympathy and willingness to solve Stern's sion on Aug. 11. problem, but councilmen Mark "Bird" Westall and Wally Attorney Jerry Stern, representing himself as owner of Kain were firm in their belief that to interpret the lan- the property at issue, successfully convinced Mayor Mike guage of the code in a particular manner was not the Miracle to cast the swing vote that now allows a single- proper way to go about achieving what Stern wants. family house to be built in the Tradewinds subdivision ac- They, along with the Planning Department and the city at- cording to current standards, but with two very important torney, thought a variance application was the correct way exceptions: the standards precisely described in the 1987 to handle the ultimate request. Stern argued that he doesn't need a variance, that the 1987 amendment states exactly what he can have. The cur- rent angle-of-light restriction would prevent him from Y'all come! building a two-story house and would amount to a "taking," especially once the new base flood elevations are added, because the home is seaward of the Coastal Con- Budget hearing Saturday struction Control Line. Sanibel City Council will be divvying up the city's Discussion at the Planning Commission hearing fo- financial pie this Saturday, Sept. 12, so if you want to cused on what to do when the code is "silent" on a matter. have a say as to how big each slice should be, show up Its interpretation was that current standards apply when the code is silent. and speak up. It is the one hearing before the yearly Photo by Dee Serage monetary decisions are made that each and every dime Councilmen Jerry Muench and Francis Bailey were just proposed to be spent can be discussed by the council as firm in their belief that to interpret the code in Stem's A row of Australian pines downed by Hur- and the residents alike. Public input is encouraged. favor was the best way to expedite the problem. ricane Andrew just north of Homestead. And because the scheduling last year proved to be so Despite several warnings from City Attorney Bob Pritt well-received, both of Sanibel's budget hearings will that such an interpretation would have the effect of amend- again be held during the day on Saturdays, starting at 9 ing the Land Development Code (a specific interpretation Specimen tree ajn. in MacKenzie Hall at City Hall. Those marathons of language applies equally to everyone), and a very blunt, of yesteryears, which started at dinner time mid-week last-minute statement ("I think it is not a correct interpre- and ended in the wee hours the following morning, are tation."), Miracle cast the affirmative vote that tipped the a thing of the past scales in Stem's favor. program examined The most thorough and most likely longer meeting By Steve Ruediger will be this week's, Sept. 12, and the final, shorter Islander staff writer hearing will be on Sept. 26. Resident airs more A subcommittee of the Sanibel Vegetation Committee If you've never before been to a City Council meet- was set up Thursday, Sept. 3, to explore establishing a specimen tree program on Sanibel. claims of city's Categories would be set up such as size, beauty, histor- ical significance, uniqueness and colorfulness. A decision misuse of power would need to be reached on how many trees would be ac- Notebook cepted in each category. The subcommittee will also need By Frances Adams to discuss questions such as whether only native or all Islander staff writer trees will be accepted, how trees will be nominated, how By Frances Adams During the public comment time at the Sept 1 meeting it will be decided which trees are honored by being declared of the City Council, Sanibel resident Michelle Hannigan specimen trees, and how the specimen trees would be presented the second part of an ongoing report she had marked. ing or a budget hearing -- especially one on Sanibel - started at the July 21 council meeting. At that time she had spoken for 10 minutes straight, airing her complaints Dr. Willard Payne will be chairman of the subcommit- this Saturday's gathering is the one to attend. You tee. The other subcommittee members are Dr. Faye will see each councilman in action — maybe even meet about city officials and procedures, and had received a "Thank you, Mrs. Hannigan" from Sanibel Mayor Mike Granberry, Berdina Thompson and Bebe Roosa. them on the porch during the "bre. :s." The candidates Miracle. No date has been set yet for the group's first meeting. hoping to be elected to council are sure to be there, The second part started where she had left off, with Sanibel already has several trees listed as state or na- too, as will the ever-faithful "watchdogs" you've heard tional champion trees. The specimen tree program would of or read about but may have never met before. You complaints about the Building Department, its files, pro- cedures, personnel and ability to ignore what Hannigan go beyond a champion tree program in that it would in- also will meet other islanders who, like you, are either clude more than the largest in size and would have cate- there for the first time, or show up annually for this said are "blatant city and federal flood violations." She presented boards of mounted photographs to illustrate her gories unrelated to the size of the tree. meeting. claims. Vegetation Committee Chairman Jim Levy said he For you "new" kids: Dress informally and comfort- thought a specimen tree program would cause tree owners From there she moved on to the Police Department. Al- ably; you'll be sitting a long time. The room is air to take extra pride in their trees and work harder to pre- legations ranged from unclean vehicles to misuse of the conditioned and has ceiling fans, but with a full audi- serve them. Levy said he thought the lists of specimen police boat by State Attorney Joseph D'Alessandro ence and all the "hot air" circulating, the atmosphere trees should not be restricted to 15 or 20, but could even ("observed fishing by the causeway with family and can get thick. Bring your own goodie bag or bring include 500 trees. friends" in the city's boat). She spoke of her disappoint- coins: sodas and snacks are available from machines for ment in the "quality of character" of some police person- However, Frank Jeffery commented that there would not 50 cents. There are usually 10-minute "breaks' every 1 nel, and gave examples. be a lot of honor in being one of 500. He thought the 1/2 hours, and a one-hour lunch break sometime around number should be restricted but hoped it would never get Hannigan's allegations became very specific, referring to to the point where the owner of tree number two snuck noon. Should the met ing run long, a one-hour dinner and documenting "crimes" that two police officers had al- out in the night to chop down tree number one. break will be taken. legedly committed, and to an internal investigation that Most importantly, be prepared. Look over the pro- she claims was conducted by a detective who is financially Granberry said that in Louisiana when she was growing posed budget figures ahead of time. Stop at the Admin- indebted to the part-time police officer/contractor named in up they gave trees awards for age, historic significance and istration Department at City Hall (upstairs, to your the complaint. size. right, through the red door) and ask for the budget Well into 15 minutes of her presentation, the mayor had Lee County Forester Jeff Mangun said he could show summary. Copies also will be available at the meeting. run out of patience. committee members how to take the tree measurements Sanibel City Hall is located next to Barrier island "I'll give you two minutes to finish your character as- necessary to record the characteristics of individual trees. Group for the Arts and the Historical Museum on sassination of our Police Department," Miracle said. "If He mentioned the two-headed sable palm at Fire Station Dunlop Road, which intersects Periwinkle Way just you can't complete it in two minutes, you can come back One as the type of tree he envisioned being listed. east of the new Pirate Playhouse. You can also get and complete your presentation in two weeks." Mangun thought there would be no problem finding ap- plicants as soon as the program was mentioned in the there from Palm Ridge Road by turning onto Wooster Hannigan protested for nearly a minute about having her newspapers. Lane (across from the Fire Station), which turns into presentation cut short, then continued on where she had Dunlop Road. left off. After two minutes, Miracle interjected, "Time is Payne was told that the Sunshine Law would require no- To find MacKenzie Hall (a.k.a. Council Chambers), up, Mrs. Hannigan." tice to the press of all his subcommittee meetings. A go up the main stairs, and stay left. There is an eleva- When she kept right on speaking, Miracle again told her committee member commented that even discussions of tor on the ground floor, to the right and underneath the the two minutes were up. shade trees needed to be in the sunshine. main staircase, just past the telephones and around the Miracle said "for the record" that Hannigan has previ- In other business, Berdina Thompson said that she corner; exit the elevator to the left, go straight and then ously brought these matters to the city's attention and the wants a requirement that all satellite dishes on Sanibel be left city has investigated them. black because light-colored ones are too easy to see. For information, call the Administration Department "No, you haven't," interrupted Hannigan. "I don't like the things anyway," she added. at 472-4135, or the city manager's office at 472-3700. Please see MISUSE, page 10A Please see TREE, page 10A (O Sanibel officially opposes change in mangrove rules > By Frances Adams Sanibel Conservation Officer Rob Loflin outlined the ture, the DER plans to approve a challenge settlement that Islander staff writer problem for the council. He said well-known environmen- would dramatically reduce restrictions on mangrove trim- MARTIN J. FOYE State Certified DAPHNE MILLER Building Contractor • RESIDENTIAL P.O. Box 1416 'COMMERCIAL for City Council Sanibel, FL 33957 ' REMODELING Paid for by Daphne Miller Campaign Fund P.O. Box 1637, Sanibel CBC 036486 (813) 472-3937 395-0888 MON.-FRI.: 10-8, SAT. 10-5, SUN. 12-5 AUTO FRIEND • ^BOLTER • SNAPPER • TINA • SWOKDK1SII • MAIII-MAIII Appearance Care For Your Car at Home or Work Wash • Wax • Detail - "Down to Earth Prices" Scheduled Clean ups / Start ups, weekly, bi - monthly, etc. Environment Friendly Products DO YOU KNOW THIS FISH? Over 16 Yrs. 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The changes are relatively minor, mainly Q fiscal responsibility z clearing up terms, and include such things as requiring By Frances Adams < in handling budget that all routes, stops and fares be approved by the city (0 manager; requiring the company to pay the city 2 percent 0 All five Sanibel city councilmen were told in no uncer- per annum of its gross receipts; and allowing the city tain terms by 303 "concerned citizens" that they want to manager to make exceptions to the ban on alcoholic bev- • The council passed a resolution accepting Harper see more fiscal responsibility demonstrated by the council erages and live music. The ordinance specifies an unlim- Brothers Inc.'s $134,285.60 low bid for the than it has in the past. ited-ride fare maximum of $2 for the Sanibel route, and $4 IMPROVEMENTS TO THE INTERSECTION 8 The writers of the letter, Chuck Bisbee and Ralph Ka- for the Captiva route (which also includes the Sanibel OF PERIWINKLE WAY AND PALM RIDGE a> plan, sought the signatures of others in the community route). The second and final reading of the ordinance will ROAD. The project is to build a new right-turn lane CO "in order to show that more than just a few of us share be held Sept. 14. (made mandatory by the addition of an "island") and an ex- I these concerns." At the Sept. 1 meeting of the City tension to the bike path, including storm sewer improve- Council Bisbee formally presented the letter with more • The council held the first reading of an ordinance per- ments and regrading the swales. 2 than 60 pages of signatures (including those of the three taining to standards of ETHICS FOR CITY OFF- non-incumbent council candidates) to the council. ICERS AND EMPLOYEES that amends a sub- • A resolution was unanimously passed that approves section of the Code of Ordinances in order to bring it into the letter of agreement with the certified public accoun- In business conducted at the Sept. 1 meeting conformance with Florida Statutes. The amendment nar- tants firm of Coopers and Lybrand to perform of the Sanibel City Council: rows the exemption from prohibitions regarding small AUDITING SERVICES FOR FISCAL YEAR transactions between the business entity and the city from 1992. The total fee will be $32,500, of which $6,300 • The council APPOINTED DR. WILLARD will be to review the financial statements and bond resolu- PAYNE TO THE SANIBEL VEGETATION $500 per transaction to $500 in any calendar year. The second and final reading of the ordinance will be held Sept. tion compliance of the Sanibel Sewer System, and will be COMMITTEE by unanimous passage of a resolution. charged to the sewer system budget. Councilman Francis Bailey, who does not know Payne, 14. requested that a resume accompany each request for ap- pointment to a city committee. • A resolution was passed unanimously granting James and Helen Jans' request for an extension of time for ob- IVllSLISG continued from page 8A • By a narrow 3-2 vote, the council passed an ordinance taining a wastewater disposal permit for a septic system at that will allow any aggrieved city resident or business the four-unit BUTTONWOOD COTTAGES on But- "Will you just shut up and listen!" Miracle shot back. owner to APPEAL A DECISION OF THE tonwood Lane. The extension is valid for two years or PLANNING COMMISSION, whether approval or He said the city had found that there was "absolutely no until a connection to the Sanibel Sewer System is avail- basis" for any of the charges. denial. The person must file the appeal within 15 days and able, whichever comes first. Any malfunction in the sys- must have participated personally or in writing at the Hannigan claimed she has presented the facts, and vowed tem will require immediate upgrading or replacement of she would continue to ask for them to be reviewed. Planning Commission hearing on the matter. Councilmen the existing system in order to conform to current stan- Francis Bailey and Jerry Muench cast the dissenting votes. dards. Tree continued from page 8A Levy told her she was "in the wrong bureaucracy" and, if she wanted a rule against satellite dishes the Planning Commission not the Vegetation Committee was the group to talk to. Dee Serage reported that during the past weekend she had gone to the native plant nursery in Homestead and found it so badly damaged that the availability of native THE plants will be affected in the near future. Serage said that wherever she went in the Homestead area most trees, particularly Australian pines, were de- Sanctuary Golf Club, INC. stroyed. She said slash pines, however, generally survived. Serage said the only homes she saw that retained their roofs were homes located in old native tree hammocks. is pleased to announce the She said the trees protect the roofs from the wind and, although limbs may fall on top of the roofs, the roofs are not blown off as they were in open areas. "Associate Golf Membership Program" On another subject, Serage said the last few loggerhead turtle patrols might include an effort to pull up baby Australian pines on the beach. She said she may ask for volunteers but is not ready for that yet. IN ANTICIPATION OF OUR COURSE OPENING HUXTERS IN JANUARY OF 1993, mm*. i DELI THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF a Special THE GEORGE i FREE s Fountain Soda Sanctuary Golf Club, INC. PARKER H e 1-C . 1 with Every IS NOW OFFERING, A LIMITED NUMBER OF INC. s3.00 Deli Purchase • NEW CONSTRUCTION s E Full Priviledge, "Non-Equity" • REMODEUNG • DESIGN 1 472-6988 Golf Memberships #CQ-C0O7963 i 1203 Periwinkle Way [B13)<»7S-O855 HOT H&R BLOCK COMPLETE INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED BY INCOME TAX CONTACTING: NEWS COURSE Rhonda Henning BEGINS SOON THE Sanctuary Golf Club, INC. TIP? H&R Block will offer an Income Tax Course 813/472-3121 * 800/232-6004 * FAX 813/395-0855 starting September 14,1992 FAX IT Morning, afternoon, evening, or weekend classes are available. OR BY VISITING THE SANCTUARY ON SITE SALES & TO THE Classes are taught by experienced INFORMATION OFFICE - WULFERT ROAD, SANIBEL, FL H&R Block tax instructors. ISLANDER Certificates of Achievement and continuing education units are awarded to graduates completing 813-472-5302 the course. Qualified graduates of IMPORTANT: This is a limited offering the course may be offered job and may be withdrawn at anytime without notice. interviews with H&R Block, but are under no obligation to accept employment Registration forms and brochures can be obtained by contacting the H&R Block office nearest you or calling 1-800-TAX-2000 472-1888 continued from page 1A property tax revenue from the tax collector) in Sanifcel's servation Foundation for educational spots on "Visitors than $10,000 for increased water costs, because of the Is- General Fund at the beginning of fiscal year 1992-93 is Television"; $37,887 for costs associated with hiring an land Water Association rate increase. estimated to be $2,143,012. This amount is $567,903 additional Code Enforcement Officer; $88,291 for funding Reserve for Contingencies for the 1992-93 proposed 55 less than what was available at the beginning of last year one-half the city employees' dependent health insurance budget include $373,016 in the General Fund ($298,016 and is cited as one factor that contributes to the need for a costs, as recommended by the HayGroup; $20,000 for pro- for unforeseen legal or operational needs, $75,000 for City > o tax increase. fessional services of a personnel consultant in the Finance Hall maintenance reserve) and $50,000 in the Causeway m General Government (legislative, administrative, fi- Department; and $58,487 for city employees' combined Surplus Fund (for unforeseen transportation needs). aj nance, legal, planning and insurance departments) expendi- COLA/merit increase at the targeted 5 percent rate recom- Regarding employee compensation, City Manager Gary tures in the proposed budget are increasing by $620,655 mended by HayGroup. Price is recommending that the council set a cap on the (or 32.95 percent). $303,970 of this is attributed to the Additional proposed increases in the General Govern- total dollar increase (if any) in employee compensation inclusion in the proposed budget of: $50,000 for the pro- ment budget are reflected in the Special Revenue funds, each year, and instruct him to determine through perfor- mance evaluations how the awards in compensation are to i fessional review of the Lee County Property Appraiser's specifically, the inclusion of $250,000 for the Causeway practices; $25,000 for a grant to the Lee County Alliance Evaluation and Defense Fund (necessitated by the "bridge" be applied. of the Arts; a $25,000 request from Sanibel-Captiva Con- ordinance adopted by referendum in 1990); and $100,000 "City Council has more important community-wide de- for funding the litigation filed by the city against the Cap- cisions to consider and should avoid micro-managing," | tiva Erosion Prevention District. said Price. Expenditures for Public Safety (police and building de- The first budget hearing will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday, I Sanibel Inn partments) are decreasing by $284,769 (or 10.8 percent). Sept. 12, in MacKenzie Hall. The second and final hearing oo The cost for the combined COLA/merit increase at the will be held in the same location at 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. targeted 5 percent is $74,285 and requests for a 1/4-time 26. sending beds police officer and a 3/4-time dispatcher are adding $22,032 i to the proposed functional expenses. The dramatic 'to hurricane victims "decrease" is the inclusion last year of costs to fund the r 800 Mhz communication and telephone system. One of Sanibel's resorts has organized a relief effort The Physical Environment (environmentally sensitive 5 for victims of Hurricane Andrew and is sending over PRESS land acquisition, fuel-spill clean-up and natural resources 100 beds to the Miami area management) expenditures are proposed to increase by At 9 a.m. today, Tuesday, Sept. 9, military staff and $438,495 (or 15 percent). The increase include: $365,226 National Guard personnel will arrive at the Sanibel Inn RELEASES? to fund the Surface Water Management Plan in the Capital to collect mattresses, box springs and frames for trans- Projects Fund; and $202,193 increase in the Sanibel port to Coral Gables Army Reserve Center. There the FAX Sewer System operational expenses (partly due to the BABY bedding will be distributed to needy veterans who lost costs needed to operate the Wulfert facility). their household possessions during Hurricane Andrew. GIGGLES THEM Transportation (public works, streets, city garage and The effort was coordinated by The Mustard Seed of road-related Capital Projects) expenditures are decreasing TO THE Central Florida, a non-profit organization that provides IS by $735,633 (or 22.8 percent), primarily because certain furniture, clothing and household items to needy fami- projects were completed in 1992 or were deferred until fu- BACK ISLANDER lies. ture years. The Sanibel Inn, which is located at 937 Gulf Drive 813-472-5302 Economic Environment (Community Housing & Re- on Sanibel, is in the process of refurbishing all of its sources Inc.) administrative expenditures are proposed to guest rooms, providing the opportunity for the dona- increase $33,013 (or 32 percent), primarily because the tion. former director contributed time and services in past fiscal For information, contact the inn at 472-3181. years. Baby troll crawls, turns Culture and Recreation (parks and recreation) expendi- her head and giggles. Last Shipment until Jan. tures are increasing by $23,669 (or 2.7 percent). This in- crease includes: $18,054 for COLA/merit increase; $2,334 7105 SAN CARLOS BLVD. Have something to sell? for reclassifying the Seniors Program recreation assistant E-l FT. MYERS BEACH CALL THE ISLANDER CLASSIFIEDS from a temporary position to a regular position; and more 454-1221 472-5185 HUXTBRS MARKET Isn t this what island M OPEN 6:30-10:30 paradise is all about? 7 DAYS A WEEK Lottery Winners Favorite Store f\ true island hideaway with an abundance of 1207 Periwinkle Way resort amenities available to you, activities day and 472-2151 night for children of all ages. An open-air trolley provides continuous transportation to all corners of the resort, or if you prefer, you may bicycle, jog or stroll down tree-lined roadways. Sand and surf, sun up to sun down, this island paradise awaits you. One, two and three bedroom condominiums and private homes are available at South Seas Plantation, Captiva Island, and Upper Captiva Island. Current prices range from $ 129,000 to $ 1,550,000. Upper Captiva! CAMERA Private, Natural Beauty Beautiful views Bay to Beach Beach Villa - SHOP 45' dock 2537 - 2 Bdrm., 2 Bath/Loft - asking 1571 Periwinkle 3 Bdrm/ 3 Bath asking $750,000 2635 - 3 Bdrm., 3 Bath/Loft - asking 472-1086 Land's End Villa - 2631-3 Bdrm., 3 Bath/Loft - asking "Serving Sanibel for 18 Years" 1627-2 Bdrm., 2 Bath - asking $555,000 Tennis Villa - 1 HOUR 1638-3 Bdrm., 3 Bath - asking $815,000 Film 1655-2 Bdrm., 2 Bath - asking $515,000 3116-1 Bdrm., 1 Bath - asking $133,000 1667-2 Bdrm., 2 Bath - asking $498,000 3221-1 Bdrm., 1 Bath - asking $135,000 Cameras 3227 - 1 Bdrm., 1 Bath - asking $134,000 Tripods Albums Frames Cards ' For more information on these and other fine properties Binoculars call (813) 472-1556 EXPERTISE! 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NICE GULF VIEW ENJOT AND EXPAND PRESTIGIOUS WEST GULF DRIVE Just reduced in price this has to be the best buy on Sanibel. A Well maintained 3BR/3BA house on lot measuring very spacious 2/3 bedroom 2 bath apartment with nice Gulf view. Somerset at the Reef - over 1800+ sq. ft. of pure 150'xlOO' leaving plenty of room to expand your canal This unit is very nicely famished. Offered at $335,000. Call Robin luxury. Fully furnished custom decorated 2 BR/2BA front home while you enjoy boating and easy Island Humphrey for appointment to view or additional information. Local unit with den. Direct Gulf front views, pool, tennis, all living In Shell Harbor. Access to beach is a short walk 395-6020 1-800-262-8703 evening 813-472-6632. yours for only $750,000. Call DAVID L. down the road. Access to the Gulf is lust under a 9 ft. SCHULDENFREI, GRI for your personal showing at bridge. $340,000. Call MARY JANE PROCTOR at 472-5187 or 466-0514 after hours. 472-5187 or after hours at 472-8202. LAKEFRONT SEA OATS Best lot in Sea Oats. Deeded beach access and underground utilities. $169,750. CaU WENDY HUMPHREY at 472-5187 or 472- 6632 after hours. LIMITED OPPORTUNITY! First the price. $69,900! This beautiful near beach homesite represents an excellent value and is priced to sell! Call today'for CANAL CONDO ALL THE QUAINTNESS OP CAPTIVA more information on this oversized homesite. JIM HALL, GR[472I - Bayfront home with 3 bedrooms, dock, lush vegetation, 5187 or 472-3322 after hours. Indirect access to Gulf of Mexico from this 2BR/2BA condo OWNER FINANCING on the east end of Sanibel Island! Part of aced at appraisal! sunsets, beaches and a reduced price of $395,000. DO Don't miss this beauty! Call now! Ask for HAP CONNELLY at IT!! CaU ERIC ROSEN today at 472-5187 or 395-0458 Very large direct access canal homesite for sale very close to Gulf 472-5187 or 472-0005 eves. $185,000. after hours for more Information. Beach and amenities. Priced to sell at $190,000. Owner may consider financing for qualified buyer. For more information call HAP CONNELLY at 472-5187 or 472-0005 after hours. BOAT DOCK Rare offering on Sanibel 1 New boat dock in SANIBEL HARBOURS available for $65,000! Some restrictions apply, call for details! Ask for HAP CONNELLY at 472-5187 or 472-0005. CHARMING COMMERCIAL POINT SANTO DE SANIBEL B-7 Mint condition, 2BR/2BA corner ground floor walkout. Describes this 3 or 4 bedroom piling home on an PELICAN PLACE Super Gulf and pool views. Great rental unit, should oversized lot and walking distance to the Gulf. Vaulted Retail/Office Center, 10 units; fully occupied. One of the best gross $24,000 - $30,000. A must see for Point Santo, ceilings, fireplace in living room, plus large Florida commercial investments of Sanibel. Offered at $1,075,000. Please priced at $320,000 furnished. Call DAVID L. Room, deeded access to private boat ramp. Best of all call DAVID L. SCHULDENFREI at 472-5187 or 466-0514 after SCHULDENFREI for details at 472-5187 or evenings affordable at $219,000. Just call HAP CONNELLY at hours for dejails. 466-0514. • 472-5187 or 472-0005 after hours. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!!! Superb visibility for your business at one of the busiest intersections on the island. City zoning allows for retail, office or professional. Also includes a 1 BR/ 1BA residential apartment upstairs. $389,000. Call us for details. MAGGIE GRAHAM (472- 8633 after hours) or SUSAN ROSICA (472-9329 after hours) at 472-5187. GOLDEN OPPORTUNIIY For the medical entrepreneur. Long established Medical Center. 4500 + sq. ft on 4.63 acre site. Zoning in place. $1,200,000. Call MARY LAUREL (482-6879) or ROBERT CRONIN (335-5500 digital TOTALLY RENOVATED! pager) at 472-5187. Think of the "POSSIBILITIES" SANIBEL SURFSIDE This near beach ground level home has just been DREAMS DO COME TRUE! Often sought and seldom found is this meticulous gulf meticulously remodeled and is ready for occupancy. If you have been dreaming of owning your own business, dream no view unit. The current owners use as a second home and Special features of this home include eat-in kitchen.m it shows! Special features include pool, tennis, more. We have a ladies resort wear shop just for you. Location! clubhouse, and a totally upgraded interior. Excellent oversized loving room, screen enclosed pool and much Location! Location! Popular styles. $85,000. Call and ask for MARY income potential with weekly rentals! Only $325,000 fully more. Priced for a quick sale at $269,000. Call JIM LAUREL (482-6879 eves.) or KATHY WHITE (267-6306 eves,) at furnished. Call now and ask for JIM HALL, GRI at 472- HALL, GRI at 472-5187 or 472-3322 after hours. 472-5187. 5187 or 472-3322 after hours. Sundial 1451 Middle Gulf Drive (813) 395-6020 • 1-800-262-8703 VIP Sanibel Office a member of 1509 Periwinkle Way THE MARINER GROUP REALTOR® (813) 472-5187 • 1-800-553-7338 VIP REALTY GROUP INC. Affiliated Companies Business Briefs 8B Fishing Lines 2B Shelling Tips 3B What's Playing 4B Tuesday, Section B Sept. 8, 1992 1B Sanibel Seniors Special city program offers plenty for island's ever-active older residents and visitors By Michelle Alar Islander staff writer Who would have thought a year ago that the Sanibel Senior Program would have grown so large after its first birthday? To date, the average number of visitors to the differ- ent programs offered by the organized senior effort has been about 80 people per month in the summer. The senior program only began keeping such statistics in April, and during that last month of season the senior program served 132 individuals. Although some activi- ties may only draw 10 or 15 people at one time, the coordinator of the program, Lois Allen, stresses that they are not always the same people. "We have a lot of long-time Sanibel residents who come to the center and we are really working hard to create new programs. One complaint out there in the community is that we serve only about 10 or 15 mem- bers of the community, and that is not so," Allen said. The Sanibel Senior Program is open to any resident of Lee County age 50 or over, and unlike any other se- nior program in Lee County, at this time there is no membership fee. That may change, though, soon, be- cause Allen said the program may become self-support- ing in the next two years. For now the program operates on a "bare-bones" bud- get, according to Allen - a $63,000 budget is projected for the upcoming fiscal year. Lee County has allocated A Sanibel Seniors group gets ready to head out on an airboat tour of the Everglades. $25,000 in its tentative budget to pay her salary and she is asking the city of Sanibel to include a bit more than $37,000 to help pay for items like the annual rent "If we don't get that, we will be one of the few places ters to let her know how much they appreciate the ac- of $ 14,000 and operating expenses. in Lee County without a senior program," she said. tivities the program has to offer. Allen is the only employee of the program. She was The Sanibel Senior Program offers aerobics classes, "I may not attend all their functions, but the exercise hired as a full-timer in January, about six months after attended by about 20 people three days per week; coun- Please see SENIORS, page 2B the program was underway. try and western dancing and dance lessons five days per That monetary request is under consideration by the week, which was attended by more than 1,000 people Sanibel City Council and will be under discussion at since April; and a once a week line dance session with the budget hearing on Saturday, Sept. 12. an average daily attendance of 10. Also as a part of the senior program are movie screenings, which bring in about 10 to 15 people; and health care programs about diabetics, medication, home health care, wisdom and medicine, wellness, aging, foot problems, living trusts and the aging eye. A monthly potluck dinner and a movie are held on Sunday evenings, and classic films are presented each Thursday afternoon. Films like "Going My Way," "Shall We Dance" and "take Me Out To the Ball Game" top this month's list as the participants experi- ence a musical month. A gardening club is forming as well. Last October to December, the program sponsored 23 different activities and served 2,235 participants, accord- ing to a funding request submitted to Lee County. The group has travelled to Useppa Island, the Pineland historical dig site, HealthPark, a cruise to Nassau, a Minnesota Twins game, the Galapagos Is- lands, the Europa Fun Cruise and a Chico's fashion show. The senior program also has a brown bag luncheon three times weekly, which has drawn more than 150 people, and sponsors the 55 Alive Mature Driving Class, which has accommodated more than 55 people. With the program's planned expansion, Allen said she hopes to make the class a regular bi-monthly feature. The expansion she speaks of isn't going to change the location, it will just give the center a permanent home for four days a week. Currently, the program leases space from the Sanibel Community Association, which allows the group space on Tuesdays and Thurs- days for the entire day, and on Wednesday afternoons. The new lease will allow the program use of the north room four full days: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays Water aerobics class at the Rec Center pool. and Fridays. And it's not just Allen that speaks highly of the pro- Jan and Ken Ingersoll "two steppin' at the Photos courtesy of Ruth Dammann grams - several community members have written let- Sanibel Community Center. CD It's September -- we own the place! CM Labor Day is over. Most everyone has gone home and Mirrolure plugs. They destroy a lot of gear with their S now it's time for us year-round people to enjoy some great teeth, but are good to eat and fun to see feed on the Q fishing and even shelling. September is our one month FISHING surface. when the fishing pressure is off, yet the angling is still Snapper great. LINES If you have a boat that can get off shore from 10-30 You can't say that at>out many other times of the year. miles, this is your month to fish. You need to pick nice a> There are certain lulls in the tourist action, mostly after By Capt. Mike Fuery mornings, with no high winds and no lines of showers. major holidays, when you can fish in relative peace. But, You can really get out there into the gulf if you leave September — we own the place! about an hour before dawn. Of course, snook season opened on the first of the September means calm winds and that makes for easy month so that will be one of our top priority fish, but so reasonable chance of getting both at the same time. off-shore bottom fishing. Then again, you might run into oo will redfish, Spanish mackerel, snapper and grouper. Reds love small pinfish. You can net some along the a school of bonito or even king mackerel. I've been collecting what we might come to call "Island grassy areas of the causeway or sometimes the beaches. The best baits are Spanish sardines, live pinfish, squid Truths" which are always prophetic. One is: No matter Reds will be in the passes on the outgoing tides. and for snapper, live shiners. how hard you work at whatever job you have, you aren't Spanish mackerel This is a short month. Only 30 days. Then "they" come &a going to make any money in September anyway, so It wasn't more than a week after Hurricane Andy passed back. Play tourist for a day - put on white socks and might as well go fishing. that small mackerel started appearing close to shore, leather sandals and walk around Periwinkle Place, or get That's a long one, but basically distilled it says you've chasing li ttle baitfish all over the place. These colorful, sunburned and stop at the chamber office and ask where 3 got 11 months to work. Or as an old time fishing guide toothy fish are best caught trolling, but shore and even the casinos might be. But, get out there and fish while said about the month of September, "If you ain't made it pass anglers can get them with white jigs or even you can. by now, you ain't gonna make it." I remember when the churches used to close on Sanibel during September. God heads north from Captiva Island's 1 only church, too, cutting out before the buggy season American Express continues as 'Jazz sponsor starts and coming back after the first cold front. When American Express became a major sponsor for Alyce Austin, regional industry director for American If we don't get any more storms like Hurricane Andrew, Sanibel Jazz on the Green in 1991, it reflected the com- Express, that the company has announced its return en- we should have some calm, easy fishing days ahead this pany's commitment to strengthening its Southwest gagement as the "official card" of the 1992 jazz festival. month. Florida community involvement. Sanibel Jazz presented by the American Express Card is Snook The arrangement worked so well, according to Jean set for the weekend of Oct. 10 and 11 at The Dunes on Blind Pass at night, or just at dawn, if the tide is Sanibel. Headlining this year's program are pianist David rushing out, probably is the best snook spot around. Baits Benoit and saxophonist Richard Elliot on Saturday for this swift, turbulent pass have to be hearty. Seniors continued from page 1B evening. Sunday's featured performers include previous While shiners are wonderful baits and should be easy guest artists such as Randy Bernsen, Debbie Spring, Ira enough to catch around the bridge, they are best fished program on Tuesday and Thursday morning is vital to Sullivan, Doug Cameron and Dana Paul, all in concert when the water's slower. This will occur just before and me and I'm sure to many others. My doctor tells me to with the Atlantean Driftwood Band. after a change of tide. exercise, exercise, exercise, so as far as I'm concerned "Jazz on the green as become a showcase event for For tough baits, not much beats pinfish or pigfish. the classes are the best thing to come to come along on Southwest Florida," said Austin. "It draws an enthusiastic Lure casters are drawn to this bridge between Sanibel and Sanibel," wrote Ann Nazarawh. and appreciative aowd of Southwest Florida music lovers Captiva islands. There are lots of island residents who are "Another program that deserves creditability is the and also attracts jazz enthusiasts from around the state there for few casts at dawn and dusk. Bring the bug spray. water aerobics class under the able leadership of Helene who enjoy a spectacular weekend on Sanibel." Redfish Phillips and Coby Amadio. Their program has given Limited tickets for 1992 Sanibel Jazz on the Green are We are^ntering one of the better time periods of the many of us a water exercise that has reaped wonders in available now and can be purchased with the American year when both reds and snook can be kept Snook will be mind and body ... Not only have they given us and ex- Express Card. Tickets are $20 for Saturday evening only, off-limits from January to February, then the reds are off- cellent fitness program, but wonderful friendships have $10 for Sunday afternoon only and $25 for a two-day limits for three months and the snook aref back in. been cultivated with conversations ranging from reli- event pass. The thing about the closed season is these next couple gion to politics which have proven to be stimulating," For information about tickets or special Sanibel Jazz of months are the only pair where we can have a wrote Mary Jo Kirkpatrick. packages, call 472-3355. Step Up to RE/MAX. You Deserve a Top Producer Experienced. Full time, Above the Crowd! That's what RE/MAX Sales Associates are all about. In the United States alone, RE/MAX At least one sea creature win eat sana aoiiars CO so that morning we took off for the Algiers Park to have a It's difficult to imagine a shell which would eat sand look. dollars, but the other day we came upon what I call the CO "Marine Garbage Company," dinning on a dollar. This hurricane pulled water from the beach and that exposed sandbars I've never seen, even in low tides. We Living sand dollars are dark brown in color and range SHELLING from the size of a dime to that of a tea cup saucer. They had to look from the shelter of the sea grapes because the D are a strange family in the marine world, sharing some TIPS sand and rain were blowing horizontally along the beach. m 33 similarities with sea urchins. If you could of stood up against the winds, you would of There's not much that I've ever seen eat a sand dollar. By Capt. Mike Fuery been sand blasted. Occasionally we will find deformed dollar which look as if Before the big blast of wind, we were walking some © something has taken a bite out of it, but we suspect the mud flats looking for dead shells when I just about real cause of its imperfection is a tumble on the bottom or in length, but they have the curious job in the underwater stepped on a flounder again. This always scares the life I a genuine abnormality. world of cleaning up dead matter. out of me, because at first I think it could be a stingray. CO A few days ago we were snorkeling for sand dollars I've seen nassas swarm over dead fish, shells and These green-backed and camouflaged flat fish get up on when I came upon something I've never noticed before. especially horseshoe crabs. There doesn't seem to be much the top of the flats at high tide and if they aren't careful, I There was a sand dollar, apparently recently deceased, and they won't clean up, but the sand dollar was a first. the outgoing tide will strand them in small pools. it was covered with nassa mud snails. Hurricane Andrew tossed a lot of stuff on the beaches This flounder was about a foot in length and had his I These little rounded shells reach only about half an inch when it passed south of us a few days ago. This time of own warm pool over a clear bottom, but it was surroundec (D the year there is a lot of sea grass floating in the water and by exposed sand and grass. 00 some beaches were lined with a layer of the broad-leafed This is exactly what the osprey, known also as a fish green grass. hawk, are looking for as they fly over the bay. A flounder This hurricane was not very damaging to the beaches for like this would easily be picked up by the talons of the Alligators counted the most part and not a lot of things died, but I did notice osprey. Wading birds are always searching these tidal it killed many spider crabs. pools for this same situation. Great blue herons are also By Steve Ruediger These harmless crabs have long legs and an armored known to spear into some fairly large fish under low tide Islander staff writer body about the size of a handball. Their small pincers are conditions. The first of two alligator surveys was done Aug. 27 purely for eating, not attacking. Anyway, the hurricane did minimal damage, the sand on Sanibel. The surveyors found 29 of the reptiles, They have a habit of combing the very shallow beach dollar got eaten by the nassas and I put the flounder in which is near the lower end of the range of past num- waters for bits of food and since that is where the deep water. (We hike happy endings here.) bers of alligators. strongest wave action occurs, these crabs are often the However, variation in the numbers can be caused by victim of strong storms. Capt. Mike Fuery is a professional shelling and a variety of factors, which is why two surveys are done You'll be hearing lots of "How I Survived Hurricane fishing guide. For charter information call 472- each year. The second one will be on Sept. 26. They Andrew" stories. We got bored with waiting for it to start, 1015. are done on nights of the dark moon. The surveys are conducted by the Wildlife Commit- tee of the city of Sanibel and are under the leadership of Timothy Gardner. There are seven routes covered by the survey. The August survey this year found six alligators in the Sanibel River route compared to five last year. There was one in The Rocks subdivision each year. LOOK FOR THE SIGN... The number found in the Panama Canal was eight compared to 17 last year. However, in August of 1990 there were only four seen there. TO GREAT ISLAND DINING Six and five alligators were the 1992 and 1991 fig- ures for Chateaux Sur Mer, Gulf Pines and Gulf Shores, respectively. However, unlike past years when LATE NIGHT HAPPY HOUR they were distributed around the area, this year.all.of the alligators were in Gulf Shores. At The Bar The Rabbit Road numbers were seven last year and 9PM11PM Every Night I } LOOK two this year. No alligators were found either year on one route % FOR I 1 FOR OUR through The Dunes. However, on the other Dunes APPETIZER fcf RAW BAR NEW route there were six this year and four last year. SELECTIONS The total of 29 this year compares to 39 in August MENU last year and 32 last September. In 1990 there were 25 Award Winning in August and 36 in September. The highest figure since 1985, when the surveys Seafood Restaurant 1200 Periwinkle Way were started, was 63 alligators surveyed in 1989. The lowest was 16 in 1986. Fish Market Sanibel Island, FL & Lounge 813-472-477* Huxters EARLY BIRDS EARLY BIRDS Liquors 5-6PM S-6PM We offer A LUNCH & HAPPY HOUR & FISH MARKET OPEN ll:30AM MON.-FRI. Large Selection DINNER AND RAW BAR OPEN SPM DAILY Of Macanudo LETS SELL IT FAST & Partagas THIS TIME! Cigars IN THE ELECT ROBERT P. (BOB) JANES ISLANDER CLASSIFIEDS) 1201 PERIWINKLE WAY SANIBEL CITY COUNCIL 472-3333 Bob has a Practical Program: Learn to FAX 1. Support the C.L.U.P. Prepare YOUR 2. Halt creeping commercialism Income Taxes DISPLAY 3. Strengthen citizen participation AD COPY TO THE 4. Support strengthened code H*R BLOCK' enforcement program INCOME TAX TRAINING SCHOOL ISLANDER y 813-472-5302 5. Develop innovative capital budgeting program • Learn a new skill "1 « 1 • Increase your tax knowledge • Convenient times & locations 6. Seek alternative ways to deliver BOB KNOWS SANIBEL city services at a reasonable cost. AND UNDERSTANDS THE ISSUES For More Information Call: 7. Strengthen interlocal cooperation VOTE NOVEMBER 3rd 1-800-TAX-2000 Paid for- by Robert P. (Bob) Janes Campaign Committee, P.O. Box 54, Sanibel FL 33957 COMMUNITY CALENDAR Tuesday, Sept. 8 Friday, Sept. 11 SSC brown-bag lunch -- Bring a bag lunch (we'll Rotary ~ Visiting Rotarians welcome at the Sanibel- What's Playing supply the drinks) and enjoy a meal with other seniors Caotiva Rotary Club's 7:30 a.m. meeting at Tarwinkles at noon at Sanibel Community Center. Call 472-5743. Seefood Emporium. Call J.B. Novelli at 472-5187. Sept. 8 thru Sept. 15 Hurricane preparedness -- Sgt. Jack Primm of Al-Anon - Families and friends of alcoholics meet at Sanibel & Captiva the Sanibel Police Department and the director of noon at Sanibel Community Church. Call 472-3214. Pirate Playhouse emergency planning on the island will discuss hurricane 2200 Periwinkle Way 472-0006 preparedness at the Sanibel Community Center at 1 AA women -- Women's open discussion group Closed until fall and winter season opening in p.m. The program, which is sponsored by the Sanibel meets at 12:30 p.m. at Sanibel Congregational United November. Schedule of productions to be announced. Seniors, is open to the public. For information, call 472- Church of Christ. 5743 or 472-0302. Old Schoolhouse Theater ACOA -- Adult Children of Alcoholics meet at 8 p.m. 1905 Periwinkle Way 472-6862 Bridge -- Friendship bridge is played from 1:30 to 4 at Sanibel Community Church. • "The Girls in 509" - a political comedy by Howard p.m. in Fellowship Hall at Sanibel Congregational United Teichmann. Church of Christ. Everyone welcome. AA - Open meeting at 8 p.m. at St. Michael and All 8 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Sept. 10, 11, Angels Episcopal Church. and 12 (continuing on weekends through September). Al-Anon - Spouses, family and friends of alcoholics meet at 8 p.m. at Sanibel Community Church. Saturday, Sept. 12 $10 and $5 (students 17 and under). Budget hearing -- At 9 a.m. at MacKenzie Hall at Special group rates available. AA - Closed meeting at 8 p.m. at the Sanibei Con- Sanibel City Hall, the City Council will conduct a line gregational Church. For information, call 472-0529. item review of the city's 1992-93 fiscal year budget. For BIG Arts Center information, call 472-4135. 900 Dunlop Road 395-0900 Wednesday, Sept. 9 • The Summer Exhibit of Mixed Medial Work of The Sanibel-Captiva Art League (Some 3-D pieces from the AA -- Closed meeting from 7 to 7:45 a.m. at St. SSC senior swim -- The pool at the Rec Center on • Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church. San-Cap Road is reserved for seniors from 10 a.m. to Southwest Florida Craft Guild Exhibit and Sale will re- noon every Saturday. Water aerobics, water walking or main.) Kiwanis - Club members meet at 7:30 a.m. at Mulli- water games the first hour; free swim second hour. Gallery hours: 1 to 4 p.m. daily (except Mondays). gan's restaurant at The Dunes. Visiting Kiwanis wel- Bring lunch for a picnic afterward. Call 472-5743. come. Call 472-3127. Island Cinema Dance auditions - Children enrolled in any dance 535 Tarpon Bay Road 472-1701 AA - Open step meeting at 8:30 a.m. at Sanibel class in the area may audition for Diane Rose Peck's Two separate features: Community Church. children's performing group at 1 p.m. Fee for audition: • "Whispers in the Dark," starring Annabella Sciorra, $5. Group meets Monday evenings from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Alan Alda, Jill Clayburgh. Rated R Preschool story hour - Preschoolers, ages 2-5 with no rehearsal fees. Call 395-0900. 7:15 p.m. accompanied by an adult, can enjoy a showing of the • "Mediterraneo," an Italian comedy. Academy Award film, "Ralph S. Mouse," during story time from 10:30 to Monday, Sept. 14 winner for Best Foreign Language Film. 11:15 a.m. at Sanibel Public Library. Call 472-2483. Reservation deadline - Today's the last day to 9:15 p.m. make reservations to see "The Girls in 509" with other $6 adult, $3.50 seniors/11 and under SSC brown-bag lunch - Bring a bag lunch (we'll seniors at the Old Schoolhouse Theater at 7:30 p.m. Call Friday for new listing supply the drinks) and enjoy a meal with other seniors Friday, Sept. 18. Tickets $8 (group rate). Reservations at noon at Sanibel Community Center. Call 472-5743. and payment must be made by 5 p.m. today. Call 472- Fort Myers 5743 or 472-0302. Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall Line dancing - No partners are needed to enjoy 8099 College Parkway 481-4849 country/western/ballroom line dancing with-SSC in- Driftwood workshop - Visitors and residents are Entries Summerlin Road, Cypress Lake Drive structor Nancy Hamilton, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Sanibel invited to make shell art items to be sold at the March No attractions listed for the week Community Center. Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Shell Fair. Bring craft tools. Session starts at 10 a.m. Call 472-5743 or 472-0302. and runs til 3 p.m. at Sanibel Community Center. Come Harborside Convention Center any part of the day. Bring lunch -- refrigerator available. 1373 Monroe St. 334-4958 Nature cruise - The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Call 472-4709 for information. No attractions listed for the week Foundation's one-hour natural history boat cruise aboard Captiva Cruises' 63-foot vessel, Jean Nicolet, Ballet lessons ~ Diane Rose Peck teaches Pre- Lee County Alliance of the Arts departs at 3:30 p.m. from South Seas Plantation on Ballet, Ballet I and Ballet II at BIG Arts Center on Claiborne & Ned Foulds Theater Captiva. $16.50 adults; $8.25 children 3-12; under age Dunlop Road. Fee: $80 for 12 weeks (discounts for ad- McGregor at Royal Palm Square Boulevard 3 ride free. Call 472-7549 for reservations. ditional family members). Ballet II: 3 to 4 p.m. Pre- Parking entry off Royal Palm 936-1818 Ballet: 4 to 4:30 p.m. Ballet I: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Call No attractions listed for the week Thursday, Sept. 10 395-0900. Shorewalk - Meet in the parking lot at the SCCF at Arcade Theater 8:30 a.m. for a half-mile guided beach Walk. Tides, Dance apprentices - Rehearsal time for children 2267 First St. 332-6736 waves, island geology, beach vegetation, marine life auditioned and chosen to be dance apprentices is from No attractions listed for the week and other beach topics are discussed along the way. 5:30 to 7 p.m. at BIG Arts Center on Dunlop Road. Fee by donation. Call 472-2329 for information. Naples Adult/Teen Introduction to Dance -- Diane Philharmonic Center for the Arts COTI -- The Committee of the Islands meets at 9 Rose Peck teaches Introduction to Dance to teens and 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd. 561-1900 a.m. at Sanibel Public Library. Call 472-5442. adults from 7 to 8 p.m. at BIG Arts Center on Dunlop In the Philharmonic Galleries: Road. Fee:$80 for 12 weeks. • Small masterwork paintings from the Butler Institute CON A - The Committee of Neighborhood of American Art Associations meets Representatives of community or- Nature cruise - The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation • Maritime America in Miniature: Ship models by David ganizations invited. Call Dr. Faye Granberry at 472- Foundation's one-hour natural history boat cruise F. Sanders (on loan from Mrs. David F. Sanders, with 6940. aboard Captiva Cruises' 63-foot vessel Jean Nicolet, special thanks to John C. Stewart) departs at 3:30 p.m. from South Seas Plantation on Opens Wednesday, Sept. 16 Art League - The Sanibel-Captiva Art League holds Captiva. $16.50 adults; $8.25 children 3-12; under age $3 adults, $1.50 students a paint-out from 9 a.m. to noon. Bring a brown bag 3 ride free. Call 472-7549 for reservations. Gallery hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through lunch. Critique follows. Call 472-1850 for location. Visi- Saturday tors welcome. Movie showing - "Welcome Home," from Christian Docent guided tours: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Thursday, Film Ministries, is shown at 7:30 p.m. at Sanibel Public Saturday Drop-in - Join other seniors for coffee, conversa- Library. No admission fee. Call 481-5258. tion from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Sanibel Community Cen- ter. Tuesday, Sept. 15 Drop-in -- Join other seniors for coffee, conversa- Living Again -- The FISH-sponsored support group tion from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Sanibel Community Cen- for bereaved people, Living Again, will not meet during ter. the month of September. Those needing emergency assistance can call Maggie Mullins at 472-6180. Body fitness - A low-intensity workout for those over age 50, led by Carla Baker for SSC, is held from Body fitness -- A low-intensity workout for those 10:30Jo 11:30 a.m. at Sanibel Community Center. Do- over age 50, led by Carla Baker for SSC, is held from nations accepted. Call 472-0302. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Sanibel Community Center. Do- nations accepted. Call 472-0302. Seniors Gardening Club ~ A planning meeting of the Sanibel Senior Program's new Gardening Club is SSC brown bag lunch - Bring a bag lunch (we'll held at 1 p.m. at Sanibel Community Center. There also Ongoing supply the drinks) or order take-out and enjoy a meal will be a presentation on growing orchids. Call 472-5743 with other seniors at noon at Sanibel Community Cen- or 472-0302. Nature Activities ter. If ordering take-out, call 472-5743 ahead of time. Refuge slide show Bridge - Friendship bridge is played from 1:30 to 4 Classic films - "Shall We Dance," starring Fred 10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m. p.m. in Fellowship Hall at Sanibel Congregational United Closed Friday Astaire and Ginger Rogers, is shown at 1 p.m. at Church of Christ. Everyone welcome. Sanibel Community Center. All seniors welcome; free A 15-minute slide show, an orientation to the J.N. admission. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge, is shown in the AA - Closed meeting at 8 p.m. at the Sanibel Con- Visitor Center auditorium at the refuge. Call 472-1100. Health screenings - Free blood pressure checks gregational Church. For information, call 472-0529. taken by a registered nurse from 1 to 5 p.m. at Barrier Island Pharmacy on Palm Ridge Road. Free hearing Nature walk checks between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., daily. Call Helene 8:30 a.m. Monday through Thursday at 472-8866. COMMUNITY CALENDAR, Including Ongoing Nature Activi- 9 a.m. Sunday ties, is a weekly guide to nonprofit community events and ac- A 1 1/2-hour guided walkthrough the J.N. "Ding" Dar- tivities around the Islands. What's Playing Is a weekly guide to AA -- Open meeting, 11th step discussion, at 6:30 area theatrical events. If you would like an event listed, ling National Wildlife Refuge for adults, youngsters over p.m. at Sanibel Public Library. please send clearly written Information to The Islander, P.O. 13 years. Sign up in advance at the Visitor Center Box 56, Sanibel, FL 33957. Deadline Is noon Friday prior to (closed Fridays). Tuesday's publication. Tuesday, Sept. 8 Arts Leisure 5B Gallery Portrait '92 Bryce McNamara and Marsha Clifford Tin Can Alley Gallery 2480 Library Way Where recycling is ah art working in the Nassau County Hospital. His mother was a housewife. One older brother completed the family. When questioned about his childhood, McNamara said, "It was great! I was very much into skiing, hockey and most other sports." When quizzed what might have been his interests in school, he responded, "None." That tended to place a period at the end of that discussion. McNamara graduated from Port Jefferson High School in 1965 and after a couple of uneventful years, he went into the Army. He was stationed in El Paso, Texas, and during his Army career he ran the occupational gamut from clerk/typist to truck driver. After being discharged from the Army, McNamara By Frank Wagner travelled to California to enroll in the Brooks Institute of Islander staff writer Art in Santa Barbara. The list for entrance was long; there When you drive from Palm Ridge Road to Tarpon Bay was a year's wait. During this period, he went to night Road on Library Way, your eye cannot help but spy the school and took some of the required core courses. But the white building trimmed in lavender and guarded by two wait proved too lengthy, and the void was filled with huge concrete lions. welding classes. His instructor was extremely artistic, and This is where the inventive, functional, decorative and guided McNamara into metal sculpting. His first piece fun metal and wood art pieces are created by Bryce was a vase. McNamara. It is also the home of creativity for Marsha "I became fascinated with the work." McNamara said. "I Clifford's many doll designs and painted fabrics. suddenly realized I wanted to be a metal sculptor. The McNamara was born on Long Island, N.Y.. on Feb. 26, 1947. His father was a tuberculosis and cancer specialist Please see TIN CAN, page 6B Potpourri A review 'Earth, Sea and Sky' The Girls in 509' is a witty play featured at ECC gallery By Frank Wagner evening, steeped in memories. Islander staff writer The first thing you see as you enter the portals of the An exhibit of oils and watercolors by Charles H. The program for the Off-Beach Players' production of Woodbury, artist and teacher (1864-1940), is currently Grand Old Lady of Island Theaters - The Old Schoolhouse Howard Teichmann's "The Girls in 509" also calls it "a - is the excellent set. It is prime use of limited space and featured at the Edison Community College Gallery of political comedy." Fine Arts. His work features seascapes and rural New makes a separation of room, hallway and elevator entrance After seeing it, you'll realize it is much more. It not England landscapes. possible and usable. The technical staff deserves only takes on politics, but has a few telling looks at the recognition for a job well done. Those included are Dave Woodbury was born in Lynn, Mass., and had his news media, and there is a potent scene dealing with the Hewitt, Damiam Parker, June Koc, Jack Koc, plus anyone first solo exhibition in 1887. After trips to France and tactics of lawyers. In fact, you could call this a clever time who helped put this set together. Holland in the 1890s, the artist adopted a more im- capsule look at many social, psychological, economic and pressionist palette. In fact - everyone connected with the play ~ from political happenings — mostly in the past, but still potent director Jay Halcrow to the cast of players should be Realism is the basis of Woodbury's works and the today. pleased with what went on stage on opening night, artist was a firm believer in working outdoors to cap- The brunt of the satire is the party system and there are Thursday, Sept. 3. There were moments of hesitancy; but ture the feel of his favorite subjects of nature. many wonderfully stinging comments, especially in the it will take a few performances to become comfortable Prominently featured is the current exhibit is second act with line readings, to pick up cues, find out where the Woodbury's 1894 masterpiece, "Mid-Ocean," a Don't expect a series of one-liners that are thigh- laughs are and for the company to adjust to playing seascape. Every painting aspect of his long career can slappers or elbow-in-the-rib laughs. Those who lived together. Certainly vacations play havoc with a rehearsal be seen at the ECC gallery through Oct. 4. through the Depression, the Franklin Roosevelt years, schedule. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to bank closings and the New Deal will have much more . 4 p. nv, Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and Sunday, 1 to Dede McGregor (Mimsy) and Ginger Parker (Aunt I 5 p.m. insight and understanding of some of the dialogue. It is that group of theater-goers who will have a delicious Please see 509, page 11B *Foot artist show premiers T!at Heritage National Bank Fort Myers' foot artist Ann M. Harrison will premier her latest paintings, a collection called "The World of Watercolors," at Heritage National Bank, 12998 South Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers from Friday, Sept. 11, through Friday, Sept. 25. Harrison's work features the vibrant colors of morn- ing sunrises, serene Florida sunsets, still-life and por- Todd Keene, Dede McGregor and Ginger traits. Parker, left to right, The talented artist was born without arms. Her fasci- in a scene from "The nation with colors and drawing began at the age of 5. Girls in 509." With the support or her parents, she enrolled in a vari- ety of art classes to develop her ability to paint with her foot. Harrison studied in Pittsburgh and at Edison Community College, Cape Coral Art Studio and the Lee County Alliance of the Arts. The public is invited to share the artist's work at Heritage National Bank, Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and on Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. I 111 continued from page 5B CD to process of cut and weld (the metal was cut with a blow- The house on Librarj CC BUYERS • SELLERS I ixl torch) intrigued me, and to this day it still does." some time to complete Q Every week in the Islander He operated his own shop in Santa Barbara from 1970 the Tin Can Alley Galli < to 1972. During this period he married and fathered a "Marsha and I could I you will find hundreds of daughter. happened at the gallery In 1972, he made his first trip to Sanibel to visit his Everything is creative,, Premier Listings parents. has been good, we're bi He said, "I bought a piece of property on nearby Cayo return customer that br Costa, and built my own home there. It became a process Marsha Clifford was 8S Homes of love, as everything had to be barged in. Several years initial questions about 1 O> were spent before it was completed." experiences, it became oo' Homesites Life in Cayo Costa sounded like a bit of fun, especially not a person to look ba for his daughter who took a school boat to Pine Island to "I don't really enjoy i I Condominiums attend classes. The novelty was short lived, and But I do enjoy discussii Commercial McNamara moved to Sanibel. His ex-wife and daughter wonderful fun we creati I now life in Kentucky. past is past. We're face 0 Properties "When I moved to Sanibel, I did a number of odd jobs - exciting. We'll take the (A everything from dock worker to landscapes I continued Clifford moved to Sa (A my welding, and did a few local craft shows. The response immediately went into to my work was so positive that I decided once again to Priscilla Murphy Realt build my own home - with a shop as a part of it" "I learned the busttM (813) 472-5185 in (813) 472-0111 P.O. 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Mott III, CHA, has been named the 1992 the Labor Day week- "Hotelier of the Year" by the Florida Hotel & Motel end. Located in the Association. Mott is president of South Seas Plantation Town Center Plaza Resort and Yacht Harbour on Captiva, and executive vice next to Subway on president of Marquis Hotels & Resorts of Fort Myers, a Palm Ridge Road, Mariner group subsidiary. the new fast food restaurant features Mott was chosen by his peers for the award - the lodg- roasted chicken, ing industry's highest honor — because of his hospitality BBQ ribs, sand- leadership and his professional accomplishments. The wiches and all the award was presented to Mott at the Hyatt Regency Tampa extras, including in conjunction with the FH&MA's annual conference. salads, fries and Prior to 1992, when Mott came to South Seas, he suc- more. A grill -- and cessfully headed properties from Paget, Bermuda, to hamburgers -- will Hilton Head, S.C., to Hershey, Pa. soon be added. The new business is Mott has won more than 28 awards in the past three owned by Tom and years, in categories ranging from outstanding recreational Julie DeBord. programs to exceptional cuisine. For additional information, call 472-5111. Construction of Sanibel Factory Stores underway Rothschild Realty Inc. of New York City has acquired pleted. Land clearing and preliminary construction work of Rothschild Realty/Charter Oaks Partners' overall goal of the rights to develop the Sanibel Factory Stores in Lee Phase I, or 135,000 square feet, is underway and a March acquiring and developing pure manufacturers' outlets County. The site of the new shopping center is the 22.59 1993 opening date has been set. throughout the country. With this latest addition, acre, triangular piece of land where McGregor Boulevard Architecturally, the center is in keeping with the South Rothschild Realty now owns eight outlet centers with and Summerlin Road meet, a few minutes from Sanibel. Florida environment with a design that includes raised nearly 1.7 million square feet of space from coast to coast. Rothschild Realty will develop the site along with its af- wooden buildings, peaked roofs and veranda-like walk- Charter Oaks Partners, which is based in Bethesda, Md., filiate, Charter Oak Partners. ways. Way Yee Associates of Farmington Hills, Mich., is will oversee all phases of the development of the shop- The shopping center will house approximately 55 mer- the architect. ping center. chants in 185,000 square feet of retail space when com- Developing the Sanibel Factory Stores continues Business briefs Sanctuary also announced that the temporary sales center Captiva Association of Realtors and has enjoyed the is- RE/MAX's Fisher, Robideau is officially open. The sales center, which is located on lands for over 20 years. Wulfert Road, is open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., daily except Margie Davison, originally from Kansas City, Mo., be- rank in the top 20 in the state Sundays. came a year-round resident of Sanibel in 1985. Since their RE/MAX of the Islands associates Steve Fisher and For information, call 472-4222 or (800) 725-4222. arrival, Davison and her husband, Bob, who is a Sanibel Mike Robideau have once again been listed among the Planning Commissioner, have beer actively involved in two 20 producers in the state of Florida RE/MAX organi- the community. zation. Casa Ybel's Britt Davison is a former board member and officer of the Fisher ranks as the fifth top producer in the state. He has awarded CHA designation Committee of the Islands and has been involved in ladies led the region three times this year by being named the Thomas A. Britt, the general manager of the Casa Ybel golf at The Dunes for the past six years, holding several number one producer in the state organization. In addition, resort on Sanibel for the Hilton Grand Vacations offices, including president. She is a member of the he has been named the top producing sales associate at Company, has been awarded the Certified Hotel Sanibel-Captiva Association of Realtors and serves on its RE/MAX of the Islands for January, February and April Administrator designation by the Educational Institute of Newsletter Committee and the Membership Committee. 1992. He is a multi-millior dollar \ oducer with over 10 the American Hotel & Motel Association. Last June she completed all the requirements for the years professional real estate experience. Graduate Real Estate Institute (GRI) designation. The CHA designation is one of the highest offered by Robideau is ranked 12th in the state in the RE/MAX or- the Education Institute. To qualify for the distinction, ho- For additional information, call 472-1511. ganization, and has earned recognition both locally and na- tel/motel executives must demonstrate academic achieve- tionally during 1992. In February he was elected into ment and industry achievement. RE/MAX's 100 percent club for outstanding sales perfor- Hall named VIP's The Educational Institute is a nonprofit educational mance in 1991. He was listed among RE/MAX foundation of the AH&MA. It provides continuing learn- International's top 20 producers for the Florida region in top sales person ing opportunities for lodging industry employees at all the month of March and ranked as the number one produc- VIP Realty Group Inc. of Sanibel recently honored levels who wish to advance their careers through study and ing sales associate in the state RE/MAX organization for James D. Hall, GRI, as the top sales person for the month certification. May. He has been a full-time real estate producer for over of July 1992. He is a graduate of Boston College, 12 years. A native of Milwaukee, Britt has been a resident of Fort Chestnut Hills, Mass., and attended Harvard University Myers for 11 years and has held various property man- For information, call 472-2311 or (800) 388-2311. Graduate School in Cambridge, Mass. agement roles since 1981 with Mariner Services Corp- Hall is currently the top sales person at VIP Realty with oration. over $10 million in 1992 sales and purchase contracts. Waldrop Hcmes building Hall can be reached at 472-5187 or 472-3322. model at The Sanctuary Primeaux completes Fort Myers-based custom home builder Waldrop Homes Realtor Institute course Cosmetic eye surgery has begun construction on a 3,800-square-foot estate On Aug. 21, Paul Primeaux graduated from the Realtor seminar set for Sanibel model home in The Sanctuary on Sanibel. Institute Course 2 at the Fort Myers Association of Realtors. Fort Myers plastic and reconstructive surgeon Marc C. Nestled next to the 1 tthjf^feay^and green of the Arthur Schneider, M.D., of Associates in Plastic Surgery, will The three-week course is required for the Graduate Hills-designed championsnqi§piicourse, Waldrop's three- offer a free seminar on cosmetic eye surgery from 10 to Realtor Institute designation. Topics covered include in- bedroom/den, four-bath Pebble Beach model is filled with 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 19 at the Sanibel vestment, marketing, construction and appraisal techni- numerous features. Community Center. "Plastic Surgery and the Eyes" will ques. In addition to a stamped concrete driveway, glazed tile feature a discussion and slide presentation on Bleph- Primeaux is associated with RE/MAX of the Islands and roof, gourmet kitchen, sit-down wet bar and a grand foyer aroplasty (upper and lower eyelid surgery), browlift has been involved in Sanibel real estate for 5 1/2 years. and living room overlooking the pool and lani, the focal surgery, skin rejuvenation techniques and the TCA chemi- For information, call 472-2311. point of the $929,000 estate home is its open, airy atmo- cal peel of the eye area and permanent eyeliner. sphere. The master suite is located in a separate wing of Licensed esthetician Cookie Needle will discuss paramed- the home. Two associates join PMR ical makeup techniques to camouflage dark circles and The Pebble Beach model is slated to open in January. Juanita Hermes, president and owner of Priscilla Murphy "bags" and demonstrate skin care and makeup products for The Sanctuary, developed by Wulfert Holdings Ltd., fea- Realty Inc., has announced the appointment of two new delicate eye areas. tures a total of 288 residences, including 106 single-fam- sales associates to the Sanibel and Captiva Island Sales Complimentary refreshments will be served. Reserva- ily homes, 13 twin home sites and 156 golf village resi- Division. tions are limited. Attendees will receive a free office dences. Kenneth Frey, who is originally from Greenwich, consultation. For reservations or more information, call In addition to the announcement of the start of construc- Conn., brings over 25 years of private and corporate busi- the main office of Associates in Plastic Surgery at (813) tion of the Pebble Beach model, the developers of The ness experience to PMR. He is a member of the Sanibel- 939-7133. BIG Arts offers new ballet classes for children, teenagers and adults By Frank Wagner She will also be in charge of the BIG Islander staff writer Arts Dance Apprentices Program. There is Barrier Island Group for the Arts has an- no charge for these rehearsal classes. This nounced that that Diane Rose Peck will be is a children's performing group that re- teaching children's ballet classes this sea- hearses a standard dance repertory and con- son. She will also be conducting the Dance centrates on original choreography created Apprentices rehearsal sessions. especially for them. The culmination of Peck received her dance training in their season is a performance presenting Illinois and performed with a repertory these dances. group there. For three years she was with There is only one requirement to becom': American Ballet Theater in its Chicago per- a member of the Dance Appren'.ce formances. Peck was a member of the a Program. You must be enrolled in dance f professional dance company ~ originating classes in the Fort Myers/Lee County area. in New Mexico -- known as The Right You must audition and be chosen to join. Combination. There is a $5 audition fee. The try-outs She had her own ballet school in San'. will be held on Saturday, Sept. 12, at 1 Maria, Calif., and served as artistic direc >r p.m., at the BIG Arts Center on Dunlop for a children's performing group Road. Everybody Can Dance. Throughout her ja- Classes will begin on Sept. 14 in Pre- reer as teacher, director and choreograpner, Ballet, Ballet I, Ballet II and Adult/Teen she has staged dances for numerous com- Introduction to Dance (A begin- munity and church productions. ners/intermediate class concentrating on ba- The meticulous dance instructor adheres sic dance techniques). strictly to the Vaganova teaching tech- • Ballet II: 3 to 4 p.m. nique. It is one of the best and most thor- • Pre-Ballet: 4 to 4:30 p.m. ough ballet training methods and is taught • Ballet I: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. in a number of America's leading dance • Dance Apprentices: 5:30 to 7 p.m. studios. • Adult/Teen Introduction to Dance: 7 to Peck has just returned from California, 8 p.m. where she completed a training seminar The fee is $80 for 12 weeks. Discounts concentrating on the first four years of are available for additional family mem- teaching the Vaganova method. Her in- bers. structor was the only American graduate of Call 395-0900 for information and regis- the Vaganove Choreographic Institute in tration. Office hours are 1 to 4 p.m., St. Petersburg, Russia. Tuesday through Friday. Dining More stories by island Dinner at Chadwick's is always writer to be published romantic, delicious and different... By Frank Wagner in the June 28, 1992 issue of The Tampa New! Island Cookery is Chadwick's Islander staff writer Tribune's Fiction Quarterly. latest nightly taste sensation. Old William Hallstead III, who writes under He is an active member of the Writers the pen name of William Beechcroft, will Group of the Islands. You can always Caribbean recipes combined with our shortly have several more stories pub- count on a entertaining reading by ChePs contemporary touch, create lished. "Turkey Durkin and the Catfish" Hallstead during "Writers Read" evening at some of the most excitingly seasoned will be in the October issue of Ellery the Phillips Gallery in the Barrier Island Queen's Mystery Magazine, now on sale at Group for Arts Center on Sanibel. dishes you'll ever taste. your favorite newsstand. Another At this year's program of The Island Beechcroft story, "Tee for Two," is pending Writers in April, Hallstead regaled the audi- Every night (except Tuesday and Friday) publication in the same magazine. ence with his reading of the hilarious and experience as often as you like, the unique "Torrent," appeared in the mid-December, previously published "May Be Hazardous 1991, issue of Alfred Hitchcock's Mystery to your Health." "Electronic Phonefare" "Taste Of Captiva" entrees prepared Magazine. This year, look for "Fugu," was read strictly for laughs. before you in our beautiful Atrium scheduled for Hitchcock's publication in Those who attended might remember mid-December, 1992. Hallstead's giggles as he performed this setting or choose from our menu. Hallstead's busy writing schedule found piece. He enjoyed it almost as much as the his story titled "Honey-Mustard" published audience did. 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LOUWERS, M.S.T. & Island Winds Coiffures 1619 Periwinkle Way, Suite 102 2470 Library Way CAPTIVA 472-5152 SANIBEL, FL. 33957 472-2591 SEPTEMBER DATE DAY HIGH LOW A.M. P.M. A.M. ¥M. 8 TUES. 12:11 10:39 9 WED. 12:20 11:27 10 TOURS. 12:31 12:09 11 FRI. 12M 12:45 12 SAT. 12:5fe '1:20 13 SUN. 1:07 1:58 14 MON. 1:25 2:37 AMOCO a-AM p-PM The Islander Tides are presented as a public service to readers and are obtained from Priscilla Murphy Realty. Tides have been computed at the Sanibel 1 WE'RE CHANGING OUR BRAND BUT NOT Lighthouse. For Upper Sanibel and * Captiva, subtract 30 minutes for high OUR QUALITY SERVICE tide, 16 minutes for low tide. 1015 PERIWINKLE WAY Sanibel residents: Why three polling places? Lee County Supervisor of Election Philinda Young bel Congregational Church) made their choices known. said she was pleased with the voter turnout on both There are three polling places on Sanibel, Young Sanibel and Captiva islands in last week's primary. said, because Sanibel has grown to nearly 5,000 regis- Although the numbers may seems low, she said a great tered voters and the ideal number of voters for each majority of residents, especially from Sanibel, take ad- precinct is between 1,200 to 1,500. The cost of run- vantage of absentee ballot opportunity, and the number ning a polling place, according to Young, is about of absentee voters has not yet been tabulated. $350 per day. According to Young, about 21 percent of registered "On the average you have to have about five employ- voters in Precinct 16 (polling place: Sanibel Elemen- ees per site, at $70 per day. Most of the places do not tary School) headed to the polls; 14 percent of regis- charge for us to use the facilities, but if they do, that is tered Captiva voters (polling place: Captiva Commu- an additional $100 per day. So, on Sanibel, you're nity Building) cast their ballots; about 18.5 percent of looking at about $1,500 per day," she said. the registered voters in Precinct 117 (polling place: Young also encouraged every registered voter to take Sanibel Community Center) submitted vote cards; and part in the run off election on Oct. 1 and the general about 17 percent of Precinct 118 (polling place: Sani- election on Nov. 3. ElGCtlOfl continued from page 10B In the Florida Senate, House District 74, Cape Coral res- Bob Graham took 78 percent of Lee County's votes and ident Sigrid Henshaw lost to Englewood banker Greg his opponent, Jim Mahorner, took 22 percent, allowing Allen Gay by a vote tally of 51 percent to 40 percent Gay Graham to clinch the Democratic slot on the ballot. On now moves on to face another Cape Coral resident, Jim the Republican side, former U.S. Representative Bill Puccio, in the Nov. 3 election. Grant of Tallahassee captured the ballot spot for the Nov. Finally, in the races for United States Senate, incumbent 3 general election 509 continued from page 5B Hettie) carry the main burden of dialogue and story is extremely limited because of situations in the play as content Both are excellent, but McGregor's vocal well as space available in the playhouse. inflection and speech pattern sounded quite artificial at The evening has one basic failing, and that has to do times. with the decision to play Aunt Hettie as a younger Bert Michaels (Old Jim) is pro all the way, perhaps a woman. For me, this is a stumbling block. This concrete lion guards the gallery. little over-projected vocally, but, as the saying goes, The pungent wit and political knowledge of an older "better over, than under." person who has actually lived through a certain era and I III 0911 continued from page 7B Todd Keene (Mr. Fusey) has a kind of believable charm. was a very active political participant cannot successfully His was quite a sympathetic characterization. be translated to a younger person. The dialogue seemed a When asked what they think of the gallery scene on the Jene O. Evans (Miss Freud), Mark Johnn (Ryan of the bit strange in situations that happened when Aunt Hettie islands, they said, "The more the merrier." But they Daily News) and Roy Gibson (Lawyer, Mr. McKittridge) was approximately the age of Parker today. Parker enacted qualified that statement."... as long as it remains quality played with determination Aunt Hettie extremely well. The age decision was the art. All the galleries on the island at present have their Vince Kelly (Winthrop Allen, Republican and Francis director's choice. own personalities and art profiles. They all feature X. Nella, Democrat) depicts political hanky-panky quite As an audience, it may not bother you in the least, so excellent works." tellingly. Kelly has worked at his performance techniques go and have a wonderful evening of fun. It is well worth a trip to _^^^_____^^^_ by appearing in a number of productions this past year. It Producers Vince Kelly, Emily Hewitt and June Koc say, this unusual gallery to see shows. "Good Community Theater is alive and well on Sanibel." what wonders can be done My personal favorite was Kelly's Democratic A good example is now playing at the Old Schoolhouse by clever recycling of Southerner, Nella. You will have to see the play yourself Theater, and will be there on weekends during the month metal and wood. The to fully enjoy this oily/con political portrayal. of September. fertile imagination and Halcrow has done a fine job of directing. This is not an Dates for the remainder of the run are Sept 10,11,12, nimble fingers of easy play to keep moving; it is mostly dialogue. Action 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 25 and 26. McNamara magically Tickets are $10 and a reduced ticket price of $5 has been produce the most THE established for theater-lovers age 17 and under. Special interesting art pieces. OLDES group rates are available. Call 473-9357 for reservations Tin Can Alley Gallery BEER ON THE and information. is open from 10 a.m.to 5 ISLAND Moving? Tickets are available on Sanibel at Bailey's, and Brown's p.m., Monday through Please notify The Islander office at least two Movies and More. Off island, tickets are at Hollywood Saturday. weeks in advance either by calling 472-5185 or by Movies on McGregor Boulevard and Wicker Expressions writing P.O. 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Build your Sand Castle on this lot at a $79,000 BEST BUY ON SANIBEL! 3 bdrm/2 bth home on large lot with room for a pool. great price! Call Fred Spring, Broker Salesman One Bedroom/One Bath - Walk to the Beach Condo! This Michigan home has many extras. Reasonably (472-3121 or 472-6726). Canal properly! Perfect for Seasonal Stay! Must See - priced too! Call to see. Ann Gardiner, CRS, Realtor - REDUCED $298,000- So Hurry - Priced to sell. Call Glenn Carretta, Broker Associate (472-3121 or 472-3486). Salesman (472-3121 or 481-3553). - $219,500- - ONLY $79,000 - A SHORT WALK TO THE BEACH! Beautiful gulf beach nearby - newly expanded golf course - 4 bdrm/3 bth home, family room living room - tastefully furnished - call for more informa- NEW LISTINGS tion ! Frank Krivas, Realtor Associate (472-3121 or LIVING ON THE WATERWAY...$222,500 466-0330). Mariner Pointe, Bay Front 2 bdrm/2bth first floor, near - ASKING $459,000 - pool & tennis, and fishing pier on 8 acre peninsula. BEACH FRONT Docks, cookout grills - a friendly complex. On-site Isn't this WORTH a 1,000 words? Nearly an ACRE, FLAWLESS NEAR BEACH CANAL HOME on the gulf, high elevations. VALUE priced @ management too. SEE THIS BEFORE YOU SPEND Custom designed, 4 bdrm/4 bth residence on east MORE. Call Mary Lou Traucht or Becky Williams "She $849,000. Surrounded by fine homes, mature end with all the extras: fireplace, pool, cathedral foliage. Dan Cohn, CRS (472-3121 or 472-9337) Sells Sanibel" (472-3121 or 472-2880) 472-5457. ceilings, & security system. Pam Pfahler, Broker - $849,000 - - ONLY $222,500 - Salesman (472-3121 o r 472-3897). - $599,000 - CAPTIVA GORGEOUS GULF VIEWS From living room & master bedroom! Small com- plex on W. Gulf Dr. w/ pool & tennis. Very large bedrooms in this 3 bdrm/2 bth condo. IDEAL for those who want something larger. NOW IS THE TIME. Call Lynda Traverso, GRI (472-3121 or 489-1272). - ONLY $599,000 - CONDOMINIUMS EAST SIDE CONDO RARE/SINGLE FAMILY SETTING/CAPTIVA With all the amenities! Pool (screened), 2 tennis SANIBEUS FINEST ESTATE HOME Enjoy all the advantages of a private residence & courts, dockage, 475 ft. of Gulf beach frontage, on- Interested in this kind of offering? Now, before relish the amenities of a Gujr Front community! site management & rental services. Newly decorat- season, is the time to consider this Premier Docking facilities, pool, tennis & beach PLUS a Bay Front estate home. Located at the east ed 2 bdrm/2 bth unit. Fred Spring, Broker Salesman master suite w/ sun deck & a private guest suite end of the Island, view its custom construction, too! Jackie & Ron Martin, GRI (472-0008 or (472-3121 or 472-6726). exceptional quality and 4 bdrm guest house, by 472-6015). - OFFERED FOR $192,500 - appointment only. - $349,500 - - CONTACT JNA-472-3121 - ONE OF CAPTIVA'S FINEST Exquisite estate offers the lifestyle you dream ASSOCIATES OF THE MONTH about! Tropical deep water lagoon, direct access, boat house, tennis & living level pool. Spacious liv- AUGUST ing areas, 4 bdrms, beautiful property. Jane Weaver, Realtor Associate (472-3121 or 472-8789) MULTI-FAMILY GOLF FRONT VILLA! Bi-level 3 bedroom/2-1/2 bth villa. Spectacular POINTE SANTO - GROUND FLOOR views of golf course & water. Ideal winter residence From this unit you ^H^walk right out to the beach! Lister Sales or rental property. Recently painted. Solid Value! Call for details. Dan Chon, CRA (472-3121 or Completely furnished and updated 2 bedroom/ 2 472-9337) bath floor plan. Relax, take in the views, and enjoy Dan Cohn Lynda Traverso Evenings Evenings this popular gulf front complex. To arrange a per- 472-9337 489-1272 -$198,900- sonal showing - call Adrianne Stahnke, Realtor Associate (472-3121 or 472-9669.) - ONLY $295,000 - SANIBEL SURFSIDE! Nicely furnished, a good price AND your wonderful associates, inc., opportunity to own a great GET-A-WAY spot for MM.TOH" . ~" " " your family AND to collect rents when you can't be 1149 Periwinkle Way / 2427 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, FL 33957 here! Popular condo complex in a great location. 813/472-3121 • 800/232-6004 • FAX: 813/395-0855 Carl or Trudy Deremo, Realtor Associate (472-3121 11508 Andy Rosse Lane, Captiva Island, FL 33924 or 472-3042). 813/472-0008 • 800/232-6004 • FAX: 813/472-5607 This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of REALTORS or itsl -ONLY $315,000- Multiple Listing Service. Neither the Association nor its MLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained! by the Association or its MLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Bridge 4C Crossword 5C Permits 5C What's Cooking 2C Tuesday, Section C Sept. 8, 1992 Commentary Sanibel measures COTI offers recommendations low on impatience and suggestions for city budget barometer In recent articles in The Islander, we have: 1. Discussed our concern for the continuing double Is patience a virtue? You'd never know it living in digit increases in Sanibel's budget. GUEST COMMENTARY New York. 2. Made some specific proposals to improve our The horns honk. The cab drivers swear at slow- financial well-being. moving little old ladies driving more leisurely in In this article, we discuss General Fund (*) and By COTI Budget Committee front of them. The harried executive studies his watch Executive Salary data on Florida cities similar to in panic in the back seat of a taxi knowing that he's Sanibel which suggest that our cost of government, in going to be 10 minutes late for an important total, is quite high. We make additional specific Fund budget with ours. The cities were selected to meeting. recommendations dealing with budget caps and roughly approximate Sanibel in size. Their beach Patience is not a virtue in New York. It's the meaningful budgetary control procedures. For example, locations would be expected to attract high numbers of exception. Impatience is the prevailing condition. It's we suggest we impose a temporary freeze on winter tourists and day-trippers so that cost a way of life. compensation in exempt position salaries and delay comparisons based on a census population might be After many months of jockeying for positions in new hiring decisions until the newly elected City expected to be roughly equivalent. movie lines, outrunning octogenarians for available Council can review the personnel situation. We feel The General Fund budget was used for comparison taxis, crossing streets against the lights and braving that the incoming council should not be saddled with purposes for it represents the core budget and. excludes the ongoing onslaught of squealing brakes, it's not major and long-lasting decisions in this area. cost categories that vary widely among cities. Figure 1 easy to return to Sanibel. It calls for a period of re- General Fund Comparison demonstrates that Sanibel's per capita General Fund adjustment and re-entry. Earlier this year, we contacted eight other South The New York impulses and shoot-from-the-hip Florida beach cities to compare their '91/92 General Please see COTI, page 3C knee-jerk reactions are deeply ingrained. It starts with choosing seats on the plane. My wife suggests that we sit in the rear for a better view. I insist that we sit FIGURE 1 right in front so we can deplane quickly and get a fast 91/92 GENERAL FUND BUDGETS* start. NINE FLORIDA BEACHFRONT CITIES $1,200 $1,106 * Total Budget excluding: - capital projects - land acquisition $1,000 - debt service SHELL - enterprise funds (e.g.Sanibel Sewer) SHOCKED C- $800 $784 $620 «J $600 By Art Stevens $518 $478 $440 $400 "What's your rush?" she asks. "We're in Sanibel to $289 unwind. There's no need to rush." "No need to rush?" I shoot back. "What do you $200 mean there's no need to rush? The early bird gets the worm, you know." $0 My wife arches her eyebrow. "Thank you all the BAR HARBOUR HOLMES BEACH SANIBEL LONGBOAT KEY LAKES PARK TREASURE ISL LANTANA ST PETE BCH STUART same dear, but I'm not in the mood for a worm. How POPULATION 4,703 4,810 5,468 5,937 6,704 7,266 8,372 9,200 11,936 about oysters at McT's." I pay no attention to her rejoinder. I'm rushing out of the plane to get in the car rental line. I knock over three wheel chairs and one large cart filled with Letters baggage in the process, but get to the auto rental counter quickly. I'm in luck. There's only one person Letter signers, ruing the island" (Islander, 8-25-92), I do agree with in front of me while there are 10 people in line at the the observation that we have too many ugly adjoining counter. supporters thanked commercial signs, giving the impression that Sanibel With a smirk, I claim my spot in line and await a To the Editor is a honky-tonk town, but, I do vehemently disagree quick transaction. Unfortunately, the gentleman in The Islander with the criticisms of our beautiful Bowman's Beach. front of me is a bit more leisurely. He's trying to We want to thank all of you who supported our recent The work done by the environmentalists is, in fact, decide if he wants collision insurance or not. He effort and signed the open letter to the Sanibel council outstanding. seems to be mulling it over with gut wrenching concerning the city's fiscal health. At the Sept. 1 I take a daily walk along the length of the beach indecision. council meeting we read the letter and presented the 303 whenever I am here, and at no time have I found the In the meantime all 10 people on the line next to signatures, which included all three new candidates for usual "overflowing garbage cans," and/or unclean me have already driven away in their rented cars. They the council. facilities. I find attempts at preservation of the local vegetation and flowers outstanding. If the above is the each smirk back in return as they leave the line. This letter was part of a continuing effort by a by-product of "politics," I am all for that. My impatience barometer is about to burst. growing number of people to get the city to deal with Finally, die gentleman is handed his car keys and I A.M. Sabety, M.D. its financial matters in a more prudent and creative Sanibel conduct my business quickly. My wife joins me in way, before it is too late. Try, if possible, to attend the front of the airline terminal as we await the car rental budget workshops at 9 a.m. at City Hall on Sept. 12 bus. A minute goes by. I'm slowly being transformed and 26. In any case, please keep in touch and give us 'Smorgasbord of deceit..." more and more into the New York monster that has your thoughts; we welcome your suggestions and To the Editor captured my body up North. further participation. The Islander "Where is that damn bus? We've been waiting here Chuck Bisbee and Ralph Kaplan On July 28, The Islander's Cityside page headline an hour. I'll never use this car rental company again!" Sanibel read, "Resident claims city misuses power, calls for I fidget, I pace, I glare, I look at my watch, I thrust investigation." my neck forward as far as I can to study the horizon Reader disagrees with I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to The for any sign of the bus. Islander for having frozen in time the smorgasbord of My wife is amused. She is used to me. Bowman's Beach barbs deceit and nightmare of betrayal that haunts Sanibel "Honey, why don't you relax? We don't have any To the Editor Island. The Islander Please see IMPATIENCE, page 3C Michelle Hannigan In response to the letter to the editor, "Politics is Sanibel 1 o The Perfect Hostess ... dream on lady CM vegetables and the butter. Puree. When smooth, serve DC I recently read an old cookbook. The subject? "The LU immediately in warm serving dish. This serves about 5 to Q Perfect Hostess". After chapter four I though, "Dream on lady, those days are gone forever". 6. It started out with a history of table settings. I was WHAT'S Prunes in Wine CO overwhelmed by what it took to serve a "decent meal". COOKING? 3 cups dry red wine COT I continued from page 1C expenditure of $1,108 per year is over twice the $523 average of the other cities. We are not saying that these TABLE 1 communities are directly comparable to Sanibel and ANNUAL SALARIES OF KEYEXECUTIVE POSITIONS that our per capita costs should be equal to theirs. What we are saying is that this cost comparison is so Population Finance Building City Public Wks City Prks S Rec Planning Director Director Attorney Administr Manager Director Director unfavorable that it should provide additional motivation to the City Council and city manager to look at cost Longboat Key 5,937 $49,899 NA NA $48,443 $71,052 NA $39,291 Lake Park 6,753 46,144 $36,155 NA 37,962 58,892 $37,962 NA reduction and/or improved efficiency with renewed Treasure Island 7,398 32,400 NA NA 44,170 61,000 27,040 NA interest. Lantana 8,392 48,649 41,182 NA 35,605 65,087 NA NA St. Petersburg Beach 9,200 43,353 37,785 NA 39,730 58,454 NA NA Stuart 11,936 49,808 NA $57,696 49,719 70,218 42,230 47,370 Executive Salary Comparison Palm Beach 10,907 NA NA NA 54,981 87,539 53,152 NA A comparison of executive salaries, also employing $40,096 $43,331 South Florida beach communities, shows that Sanibel, average for category 8,646 $45,042 $38,374 $57,696 $44,373 $67,463 $61,271 in our opinion, is out of line for several of the key SANIBEL 5,475 $58,367 $41,273 $88,995 $62,802 $93,631 $51,545 executive positions. Table 1 uses data obtained from 54% 42% 39% 29% 41% the 1992 Cooperative Salary Survey purchased from Sanibel's premium -37% 30% 8% the Florida League of Cities. In other words, while Sanibel's population is 37 percent less than the average of these seven beach-front •Many of our citizens have indicated they are close continued from page 1C cities, Sanibel pays 35 percent more, on the average, to their limit on property taxes. for these important exempt positions! We are making the following specific The salary of the position of city manager is very recommendations to the city council: appointments. What difference does it make what critical for it anchors the upper end of the salary curve •Freeze exempt salaries until the new City Council time we arrive in Sanibel?" for all exempt employees. Simply put, the higher the can investigate the apparent discrepancies in our "It's the principle that's important. They shouldn't salary of the city manager's position, the higher the system. Do not give salary increases that we will later keep us waiting this long. They certainly charge salary of all for our 33 exempt employees. It is, regret and cannot take back. enough for the car." therefore, important to get this salary "right". Because • Limit the increase in the non-exempt employee The bus approaches in a few moments and as I of this, we decided to take a closer look at the total salary pool (including merit, cost-of-living, board I shoot a hostile glance toward the driver to let compensation for this position against a broader array longevity, etc.) to no more than the projected cost of him know I'm on to his game. of Florida cities. For this comparison we again used living. Distribute this pool on a performance basis. But, magically, when we finally catch sight of the 1992 Florida League of Cities study which was • Cap next year's "adopted" budget to no more than 5 Sanibel as our rented car crosses the causeway, New grouped in three categories: percent over this year's "adopted" budget. This means a York monster begins to let go of me and Sanibel Dr. Group I - Cities over 50,000 Population 10 percent reduction in actual spending for next year Jekyll takes over. My impatience barometer begins to Group II - Cities 10,000-50,000 Population from the anticipated 15 percent over-run in our current plummet. As we approach our parking spot in our Group III - Cities under 10,000 Population budget. apartment complex, we notice a service van in it. From Figure 2, we see that the $93,631 Sanibel • Set up procedures used by industry to ensure that My wife says, "Doesn't the driver of that van know pays the city manager's position is: the actual budget expenditure for next year does not this is a reserved parking spot?" 76 percent more than the average of 24 small (but exceed the "adopted" budget. The City Council should "Relax, dear," I suggest. "Don't be so impatient. larger than Sanibel) Florida cities, ensure that control procedures are in place well before I'm sure he'll be along shortly. We're certainly in no 38 percent more than the average of 59 medium the budget year begins and hold the city manager rush." Florida cities directly responsible for meeting the budget. 3 percent more than the average of 16 large Florida At Saturday's budget hearing, the City Council will Art Stevens, a Sanibel homeowner for the cities. begin the important process of establishing the budget past six years, is a full-time public rela- for fiscal '92/93. We urge you to attend this meeting tions executive with Lobsenz-Stevens Inc. in New York City. We submit that our pay for this position may be which begins at 9 a.m. at City Hall. We welcome your excessive and, if so, suggest that the pay for other support and your input could be very meaningful. exempt positions may be excessive also. We believe these comparisons with other Florida * Total budget excluding capital projects, land acquisi- cities is helpful is confirming the seriousness of our tion, debt service and enterprise funds (such as the problem. As we have pointed out in the past: Sanibel sewer fund). •Our double digit budget increases should not be Baileys announce allowed to continue. The members of the Committee of the Is- • Salary treatment, especially for exempt positions, lands Budget Committee and the authors of sale of Bailey's Travel should be reigned in. this commentary are Cal Anderson, Chuck •We must not continue to overspend our budget year Bisbee, Ralph Kaplan, Curt Stendahl and Sam Bailey, president of Bailey's Travel Inc., last week after year. Paul Wilderson. announced that the agency was sold to Jerry Kearns on • We need to have a long-term financial plan. Aug: 15, 1992. Bailey said that he and his brother, Francis, decided to sell the agency because it was so different from their "retail" businesses. The Bailey brothers own and operate FIGURE 2 Bailey's Shopping Center, the centerpiece of which is Bailey's General Store. AVERAGE 1992 CITY MANAGERS SALARY SMALL, MEDIUM & LARGE FLA CITIES "It just didn't fit in," Bailey said. "We are pleased that the buyer is a resident of Sanibel and someone we know. $100,000 Jerry has also assured us that he wants to keep all of the Sanibel Group I Cities "" excellent personnel who have been employed at Bailey's $90,000 Travel and that the agency will remain in Bailey's Shopping Center." $80,000 ^^ Kearns and his wife, Johanna, moved to Sanibel in 1985 < LAR Y ^ ' after he retired as president of the scientific instrument v> marketing company he founded. Since retiring, he and his v> $70,000 Group II Cities ^^^^ cc wife have travelled extensively. They hope that their travel UJ o experiences will help others plan their trips abroad. < $60,000 z ^^ According to Kearns, Sam Bailey will continue to be in- volved in the new agency, especially the planning of $50,000 Group III Cities sports-related trips, such as junkets to the Tampa Bay CIT Y Buccaneers and Miami Dolphins games. | J —I— $40,000* 1 100.0 110.0 The agency will continue to operate as Bailey's Travel 0.0 10.0 20.0 30.0 40.0 50.0 60.0 70.0 80.0 90.0 POPULATION (000"S) until final approval is obtained from the various airlines. That approval is expected in about 60 days. Play the dummy as it lies North dealer South took the ace of spades, drew trumps and led a North-South vulnerable diamond to finesse with the nine. West won and led a SHEINWOLD NORTH club. Dummy's queen lost to the king, and East's diamond • A return gave West his A-Q. ON BRIDGE deck and enclosure by Cascade Custom Pools & Spas. (8-31) by Westec Security Systems. (8-28) Condominium sales recorded at the Lee County D $10,000: John Hendricks, 466 Sea Oats Drive, alter- $1,500: Irvine, 820 East Gulf Drive, #A103, alter- during the weeks ending Aug. 22, 1992, for m ation/remodel by Fred W. Ahlemeier Company of Florida. ation/remodel by Sanibel Glass & Mirror Inc. (9-2) more than $80,000 included: 2J (8-31) $500: Helen Hall, 4366 West Gulf Drive, LP. tank by $8,200: Richard Gallagher, 666 Beach Road, #152, al- Vision Energy. (8-26) $212,917: Benjamin and Sylvia F. Bernstein to Richard teration/remodel by The Damex Corporation. (9-1) $0: The Wolter Group, 4127 West Gulf Drive, demolition Strasser and Jutta Brygider, apartment 7, building J, & $4,500: Caribe Development Corporation, 2669 West of single-family residence by The Wolter Group Inc. (9-2) Sanibel Arms West. 0) Gulf Drive, deck by Carlton-Naumann Construction Inc. $0: Caribe Development Corporation, 2669 West Gulf $212,333: David W. Herrick to Robert and Patricia CO (9-2) Drive, demolition of barbecue pit by Carlton-Naumann Grossberg and Dennis and Nadine Miller, apartment 322, (D $3,000: John Grinstead, 494 Surf Sound Court, screen Construction Inc. (9-2) Sanibel Moorings. enclosure by Abaco Aluminum Company Inc. (8-28) $204,167: Edward J, and Shirley J. Smith to Winfred J. I $2,700: Richard Day, 966 Cabbage Palm Court, alter- and Ann Hench, unit 204, building F, Seascape, phase III. ation/remodel by John H. Highsmith. (9-2) Deeds recorded at the Lee County Courthouse $197,167: Robert P. and Rita M. Randall to Christine I $1,550: Miller, 5415 Shearwater Drive, security systems during the weeks ending Aug. 22, 1992, for M. Pepitone and Julie A. Brady, unit 1102, Sunset. O 472-5185 Classified 472-5185 HOME FURNISHINGS | | HELP WANTED | | ANNOUNCEMENTS I Queen size bed complete w/ firm mattress, brass headboard. New, Advertising Sales LABOR DAY still in box. Only $298. Can deliver. Call 433-5215. Representatives DEADLINES 9/1B/92 — SSSS— 2051331-1 Growing local newspaper PLEASE NOTE THE PKEMIER CROSSWORD / By Jo Paquin Safety First? Oriental rug 9x12. Wine with beige. group is looking for high FOLLOWING DEADLINE 35 yrs. old. Very good condition. energy sales professionals to CHANGES FOR LABOR DAY: Cotton/wool blend. From Pray's of 50 Sun-dried courtesan novelist 41 Plan of Heaven" sell advertising in Lee and •CHARLOTTE SHOPPING ACROSS Boston. $800, will consider offers. 1 Sound of brick 95 Corrida 3 " — sesame" action 80 Synthetic 482-2019. Charlotte Counties. Benefits GUIDE hoofbeats 51 Tibetan cheer 4 Tiny aper- 43 Athenian fiber 9/10/92 — SSSS— 2052307-3 include salary, commissions on 'SANIBEUCAPTIVA ISLANDER 5 Fight or antelopes 96 King of Tyre tures statesman 81 Pull one's leg every sale, mileage allowance, ' PINE ISLAND EAGLE quarrel 52 Bandleader 97 What actors 5 Dar es —, 44 More than 84 Work dough Car bed, made in France, fits twin chubby 86 Bank teller of matress, excellent condition. White health insurance, paid DEADUNE THURSDAY, 10 It's before Vincent learn Tanzania vacation and more. Send your SEPTEMBER 3 FOR circle or bear 53 Counterten- 98 Love poem, 6 Lumps of 45 Containing the future: wicker daybed, with pull-out trundle much abbr. and one mattress, $200 each. 482- qualifications to: Jack Glarrow SEPTEMBER 9TH ISSUE. 15 Poetic ors perhaps earth Alexander 55 Seattle — 100 Glossy fabric 7 Margins Information 89 Elicits 6518. do The Breeze Newspapers, 9/11/92 —SSSS— 2052189-1 47 —appetit precise 9/18/92 —SSSS— 2053305-1 19 Pueblo (racehorse) 102 Wood or 8 Lawyers' org. P.O. Box 846, Cape Coral, Florida Academy of Massage. Indian 56 They're seen stick lead-in 9 Eyeglasses 49 Asiatic lemur statements Florida 33904. Become a licensed professional in 20 Defensive in 12 Down 103 Check with no 52 Quarters 91 Card game OFFICE & 6/28/2011 — SStS— 2037592-1 as little as 18 weeks. Openings still plea 57 Torrid and 105 Cyclades temples 53 Part of the 92 Stinting available for Oct. 1st classes. 0% 21 Battery's Twilight island 10 Bearlike leg 94 — precedent RESTAURANT financing for limited time. Also, negative 58 Puts up with 106 Levantine animals 54 Portuguese 96 Hawaiian MasterCard & Visa. 8695 College electrode 60 Before the ketch 11 Three — matron grass EQUIPMENT TYPESETTER Pkwy., Ste. 110. 489-2282. Lie. 22 Seine sights CIA 107 Elaborate in match 57 "One trillion" 97 Not of the Mac Experience Preferred #1507. 23"...— o'clock 61 Oozed metrical 12 Chicago has lots of clergy Soft serve machines, sinks, 9/11/92 —SSSS— 2053268-5 Hours 12:00 a.m.-7:00 a.m. scholar" 63 Pursue structure district them 99 Shipworm dishwasher, dish tables, Hobart 24 Arthur stealthily 111 Fabulous 13 Acknowledge 58 Church 101 Cylindrical auto, slicer, hot and cold Miller's 65 Cash for bird 14 Slow down a official and tapered merchandisers, fryers, waffle Apply at: SPORTING GOODS | salesman incidental 112 Act as a horse 59 Aroma 102 Part of a bakers, toasters, grills, hoods and THE BREEZE CORPORATION 25 Ruth's expenses substitute 15 Places for 62 Young seal saddle fans, range, broiler, chairs, bar 2510 DEL PR ADO BLVD. 67 Strong 116 Gram or stray animal 64 Military 104 Rich sources DP weight bench workout mother-in-law stools, glass washers, bottle box, CAPE CORAL, FL 26 Broadway inclination motor lead-in 16 Bread assistants 106 Fathers small wares and more. 656-5515, 8/28/2009 —SSSS— 2040766-1 center, good condition, $250. illuminan! 69 Walk like a 117 Habituate spread 66 Unmatched 107 Ancient 997-3339. Pager 335-2091. Call 458-1762. 68 Winter month dweller In GIRLS WANTED 27 Stupid crab 119 Valentine 17 Biblical name 9/9/92 —SSSS— 2051946-1 9/18/92 —SSSS— 2053302-1 in Madrid Great Britain FROM FLORIDA, BETWEEN 7-19, people 71 Lean-to symbol 18 Serf 29 Bounder 72 Locate 121 Island off 28 Ok) French 70 French and 108 Unemployed TO COMPETE IN THIS YEARS Roman 109 Close at COKE MACHINE 4TH ANNUAL 1992 TAMPA 31 Gilbert and precisely Scotland coins • 1979 • 6 selections • I PERSONALS I Sullivan ship 76 Supposes 122 Talon 30 Makes a hole 72 Strokes on hand PAGEANTS. OVER $20,000 IN the green 110 West Indian • Soon to be collector's item • PRIZES AND SCHOLARSHIPS. 33 Wood sorrels 78 Out-of-date 123 First public In one 34 Molder away 82 Japanese appearance 32 Part of 73 Potato island • Good condition • CALL TODAY 1-800-PAGEANT - Escorts available, male, supplier 112" — Loves EXT. 5317 (1-800-724-3268). 36 Beginner vegetable 124 Jacket part WATS • Everything works • female. 83 Gym shoe 125 Pianist Peter 34 Abhors 74 " — is born Mambo" 9/11/92 —SSSS— 2047019-1 37 Waistline $350 O.B.O. Beeper 945-5305, flounce 85 Singer Bailey 126 Sea bird 35 Produce as a an angler" (song) 629-7121 9:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m . 40 Book of 87 Crude metal 127 Orange or profit (Izaak 113 Row worker Leave message. 9/11/92* —SSSS— 2052340-1 creation 88 Ram down River 37 Senate Walton) 114 Set of nested 90 Smiles 128 Obliterate employees 75 Coin's boxes 9/11/92 —SSSS— 2052339-6 Editor - Hands on job 42 Hero of Trafalgar broadly 129 French 38 French reverse side 115 New Mexican for sound, hardworking 46 Yearns 91 Ship of 1492 painter school 77 Chamber of resort 1 PETS & LIVESTOCK I professional Florida journalist. SITUATIONS 47 Actor Alan 92 High Andes DOWN 39 Aspect the French 118 Toupee: Take charge of all aspects 48 Snakelike plateau 1 Roughen 40 Stares open- parliament slang Holly's Expert, Loving Pet-sitting of fast growing 6,000 WANTED fish 93 Athenian 2 French mouthed 79 "The — of 120 Corn unit Service - while you're away, HELPS circulation daily & visits your home - provides oversee 8 weeklies. Companion care for seniors. Hourly 1 2 3 4 IS 16 17 18 professional, personal and loving or live-in. Florida licensed. 731- care for your pet(s) - short/long term Send letter, resume, 2087, 1-543-8630. 19 22 - licensed - pet taxi - 18 years in editorials, 9/9/92 —SSSS— 2052996-1 Island. Pet care 472-1176. four solid references 9/B/92 —SSSS — 2049914-3 Active retiree, 60's (non-smoker, 23 26 & salary req. to: business background). Seeking Golden Retriever for Stud Service. William Doolittle single senior travel partner (share 27 AKC registered and both parents Box 846 expenses/ driving) for short trips/ AKC registered. Outstanding CC, FL 33904 long trips. Flexible schedule. Box disposition, and from long line of 9/26/2011 — SSSS— 2049472-1 1007, Sanibel 33957. (Explore award winning Goldens. Beautiful Florida Panhandle as permanent coat and in perfect health. Terms lifestyle.) are negotiable. Call 964-2728 9/11/92 —SSSS— 2053287-3 during day, and 964-2966 during Project Sales people needed for evening, and ask for Scott. luxury Estate Community on 9/1 a/9 2 — SSSS— 2051658-7 Sanibel Island, Florida Real Estate | GARAGE SALES | license required. Call Brokers/ Consultants of Sanibel for an Sanibel savings! Moving to condo. MISCELLANEOUS) interview. 472-2255. Beds, chests, tables, chairs, kitchen 9/8/92 —SSSS— 2050501-3 set, lamps, grill, linens, old records, Custom murals for your home. housewares, plants, etc. 9:00 a.m. Hand-painted by local artist - Saturday, Sunday, 9/12, 9/13. From Brenda Bradshaw. As low as MAJOR TELEPHONE Sanibel Causeway right on $250. Free estimates. COMPANY $7.80 to Periwinkle, left Tarpon Bay Road, Call 283-5044. $15.75/hour. Now hiring: right to 4172 West Gulf Drive. 395- 9/16/92 —StSS— 2047064-3 Technicians, installers, 2946. account service reps, 8/11/92 —SSSS— 2053304-1 operators. No experience COKE MACHINE necessary. For information, • 1979 • 6 selections • call 1-219-736-9807, ext. I BOATS I • Soon to be collector's item • F2177, 9am-9pm - 7 days. 9/11/92 —SSSS— 2051390-1 • Good condition • Total Mobile Marine Services: Expert boat hauling. Up to 32' twin, • Everything works • east to west coast of Florida, Keys $350 O.B.O. Hairdresser, year round position, to panhandle. Sales of new engines 629-7121 full or part time. Must have following. & installation. 743-0977, mobile Leave message. Call Robert at Scissors 472-5699 or 624-7412. 10/ 108 109 113 114. 115 9/11/92 —SStS— 2050397-6 472-5187. 9/11/92 —SSSS— 2052379-6 9/8/92 —SSSS— 20514B2-3 1992 Kawasaki 3-man jet ski with 116 121 COLLECTOR DOLLS FOR trailer. Side-by-side seating makes SALE. HERITAGE, MARIAN YU, Need helper, turor part-time flexible this the most versatile boat on the 122 12b YOKO, MOMENTS hours for elementary child. water. Fish, dive, swim from this fun TREASURED, BRINN, DESIGN Welcome high school, college machine. Like new. 472-8624. 126 129 DEBUT, CLOWN DOLLS, students, retirees welcome. 472- 10/1/92 —SSSS— 2053284-3 HOME SHOPPING, SOME 0965. Average time of solution: 73 minutes. MUSICAL, NEW STOCK 9/15/92 —SSSS— 2052566-3 #464 WEEKLY. 4-7 CRYI'TOQUIP CALL 637-9234. Live in (optional) helper neeaea tor 10/2/92 — SSSS— 2051563-6 elderly couple. Florida winters, Bottled water in your home for Maine summers. Must have G X O P N TZIIVXB TSPHFX DZB T X J O I) V F X APNVOW under 5C per gallon. Call today. 1- references. 472-8380. 800-262-8344. Access #1256. 9/25/92 —SSSS— 2052568-3 AIXZB Z J FSYZF QPHXITZIUXJ. VJ OZQ FSZC 9/10/92 —SSSS— 2053278-3 Bookkeeper, part time, full charge to post books, inventory, accounts Verticals, new, never out of payable and payroll on computer. ZJ CVIQJ QVWDJ. box. peach, fabric, fits 6 ft. Experienced only. Send resume to: doorwall, $80 firm. P.O. Box 07105, Ft. Myers FL Today's Cryptoquip clue: W equals G Call 458-1762. 33919. 9/1B/92 —SSSS— 2053301-1 9/23/92 —SSSS— 2053110-3 Tuesday, 6C Classified Sept. 8, 1992 BUSINESS VACATION VACATION CONDOS FOR SALE | APARTMENTS & I CONDOS FOR RENTl OPPORTUNITIES PROPERTY PROPERTY DUPLEXES FOR RENT Sanibel condo - 2 bedroom, 2 Investor wanted for solid business BEAUTIFUL CAPTIVA ISLAND WEST GULF DRIVE baths, elegant view of Gulf from The Gingerbread House Gulf Front Condominium Sanibel - Available September opportunities. South Seas Plantation screened porch. Re-decorated, Call 656-1842. A new private home with Small complex, heavily rented. 1st. 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom neat, clean, well supplied. Seasonal Marina Villa, premium, 2/BD, duplex apartment. Screened-in 9/15/92 -StSS- 2052660-1 Victorian Key West charm, You'll think you're in the South prices. Pool. Call owner, 1-800-438- blended with contemporary 2/BA, steps to pool, 2 mile porch overlooks freshwater Pacific. Call now for your 3822. space and luxury. A two-minute beach. Gorgeous view, resort lagoon. Convenient to 9/8/92 — SStS— 2046183-3 private showing! stroll from a beautiful private amenities, dock optional. shopping, 5 minutes to beach. Paul Primeaux Yearly lease $595 per month AUTOMOBILES beach on the Gulf. Near Cablevision. Renting weekly historic Chapel-By-The-Sea, 1-800-388-2311 (1st, last and deposit). Call 1992-1993. Sometimes 472-2624. Captiva Library and South 813-472-2311, 24 hours. FOR SALE: 1977 BUl£K i* available on short notice at 9/10/92 — t>tt— 2052306-3 HOMES FOR RENT | Seas Plantation Resort. Two RE/MAX of The Islands SABRE, RUNS GOOD, BODY discounted rate. Call owner, bedrooms, two full baths; 4/14/2012 —tttt — 2032733-3 GOOD, AIR NEEDS REPAIRS completely equipped .>-—"•»- save! $700 O.B.O. *>go kitchen; washr.t'Tr- (914) 737-6121 All that's good is here! 772-1842 \. •-• 5,;™ nmit '"aryer, (£14) 528-8881 Eves, Wkends. Kelly Greens Veranda, on 9th tee, 5 | CONDOS FOR RENT] CHANGE OF PACE CALL AFTER 6:00 P.M. ligni, «...> a. ~... room with .I.;'.?**?.. —tt«— 2023451-3 min. to clubhouse, 1 min. to pool 2 Beautiful Vacation Home 2049604-1 cathedral ceilings; den; bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 porches POINTE SANTO: 2 br/2 ba condo, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths screened verandi. Furnished Captiva electric hurricane security shutters completely furnished, gulf view. Your own private tennis court & '83 Buick Limited LeSabre $1 295 with lovely Shaker antiques. ulf s a s full size W/D, all appliances full size, Weekly rentals available. Seasonal swimming pool, 100 yards to 76 VW bus $895. '78 Chev $525 Photos & references available. On d £ ' ' home. Hunter fans in every room, reverse •82 Toyota Corolla $825. '71 3 or 4 bd, 3/ba' ultlmate luxury, rates. Contact owner, 812/378- Gulf of Mexico. Call for times Dec. 15 - April 30, $950/wk. osmosis water purifier system, 0567. Mercedes $2,200. 71 917 Laser May 1 - Aug. 31, $650/wk. nities la L available. all am* > P P°° garage, and full golf membership. 8/28/2009 —tttt— 174992-3 Porsche replica $5,000. Call 275- Sept. 1 - Dec. 14, $550/wk. ex8rclse roof- All for $124,900. Safe-T-Realty 466- 216/338-8031 7771. Special January rate. Weekly rents!? available. 3655. 216/338-5281 9/11/92 —tttt— 2052167-1 Rate applies to 4 people. Owner (813) 3i?£-0162. —tttt— 2044779-5 9/7(2007 —tttt— 22889-3 Henry Romersa (Captiva) 6/4/2009 —tttt— £028005-3 4911 Tanglewood Drive Beach front condos. $84,900. SOUTH SEAS PLANTATION: Nashville, Tennessee 37216 Lands End Village, 3 BR/3 BA. NORTH CAPTIVA ISLAND Air BOCA GRANDE Located 15 min. from Sanibel on conditioned cottages. Sleeps 6, 1990 MAZDA RX7 GXL, 615/262-9859 FMB. 1 BR efficiency, fully equipped Fantastic view of Gulf and 12/1/2007 — tilt— 160421-3 Remember Sanibel of accessible by plane tor boat only. 45,000 miles, 5 spd., A/C, units. Excellent vacation rental Redfish Pass, weekly or From $450/wk. 305-971-0456 or .75 years ago? AM/FM cassette, cruise, LOGGERHEAD CAY: 2 Bedroom, 2 property. 2 BR available from monthly rates. Save direct 305-480-8867. bath, penthouse condo-. Newly Then try Boca Grande $140,000. Call Loffreno Realty. 813- P.W., sunroof, aluminum Owner. Days - 800-227-3633 6/29/2004 —titt— 50696-3 decorated, vaulted ceilings with this year. 463-2999, 1-800-741-2986. wheels, burglar alarm, and ask for Gina. Evenings - fans, on beach. Beautiful gulf view. Beachfront accommodations 9/8/82 —tttt— 2052560-5 suspension control, (201) 627-1267. Island retreat. Lovely 3 bd, 2 ba Tennis, pool, microwave, sleeps 6. Villas and/or private 4/2/2010 —tttt— 1965528-3 100,000 mile warranty. Call owner for rates. 513-831-6921. home. Chateau SurMer. Fully furn homes available. MOBILE HOMES FOR $12,900. O.B.O. Beautiful. 2/12/2009 —HIS— 1892544-3 Priv. beach access. Avail. Aprif - Oct. Call toll free for Information Call 305-235-0762. 463-4523. SALE 1 (800) 881-2622. 10/2/92 —tttS— 2051476-3 9/1B/92 —tttt— 2052853-1 POINTE SANTO DE Coquina Beach - 2 BR, 2 BA, Gulf SANIBEL Boca Grande Real Estate, Inc. 12x60, 2 BD/1 BA 1971, $2,200. side. Newly decorated, all amenities. 9/25/92 —tttt— 2049016-7 12x50, 1 BD 1972, $1,800 or offers. Luxurious Gulf front penthouse Available weekly, bi-weekly, or Corvette 1976, low miles, T-tops, Units must be removed by monthly. Call (215) 860-1365 after Annual rental available condo. 2 BR, 2 BA, screened purchaser. Repair & save money. P/W, A/C, auto. Be noticed in this 3:00 p.m. October 7, 1992. 3 BD/2 BA lanai, with spiral staircase to Vacation 466-1989 or 466-4137. bright yellow touch of class for only 8/18/2010 — tttt— 1989697-3 CBS home. Recently private rooftop sundeck. 8/18/82 —$$$$— 2053199-1 $8,500. 466-4488. Rentals remodeled, domed, all electric Gorgeous sunrises and 9/11/82 — ttSt— 2053203-1 Sanibel & Captiva kitchen. Fans throughout; AC/ sunsets. Beautifully decorated Ft. Myers | HOMES FOR SALE | heat, terrazzol carpeted floors. and fully equipped. LOGGERHEAD CAY 2 BD/2 BA, By owner, 3/BD, 2/BA, piling home. Private West Gulf location: 500 Substantial savings. gulf view. $550/wk off season (May FOR SALE BY Discounted Great room, dumb waiter, east end 1st - Dec. 21st). Seasonal rents ft. to beach access. $950 plus Call owner, 215-664-2371. OWNER Monthly of Sanibel. 1 block from beach. (Dec. 2st - April 30th) also available. utilities: 5/14/200B — tttt— 1966727-3 Rates $219,000. Call, leave message, Rates vary. 908-223-6748 n (813)489-0702. 1st & security. 2/5/2009 — ttit— 2009677-3 CAPTIVA GULF FRONT 8/27/2009 — tttt — 2040631-3 472-6707. CUSTOM BUILT Cottages, Condos 9/9/92 —tilt— 2053113-3 BEACH HOUSE Homes and Estates MODEL HOME BEAUTIFUL PRIVATE BEACH Steal a Captiva waterfront 4 Bedroom, 3 baths, skylights, AT YOUR DOOR STEP Annual Rentals Available home with views of the South Seas Beach Villa cathedral ceilings, fireplace, Home in The Dunes Gorgeous views, palm trees, Gulf and Pine Island Sound For Rent pool, hot tub. 3 lot site. for rent. On the golf course. and privacy in a sunny, from the private dock. Just 2 BD/2 BA with "sleeping" loft, Enclosed lanai with trees 4 4 BR/2 BA. Call 472-1833 spacious "old Florida" style reduced, must sell. accommodates 6. Located on plants. Beautiful home. 8-12 a.m. or 614-882-1880 home. New furnishings, 3 TV's, 472-8624. Gulf of Mexico, spectacular Intercom, alarm system, evenings. $1,000/mo. Microwave, washer, dryer, etc. 10/1/92 — tttt— 2053285-3 view. Reasonable rates sprinklers. Available November 1st. 3 BD/3-1/2 BA. + Den through owner. Call 574-7077. 1 year lease minimum. $1,800/wk. Apr. 26 - Dec. 14, Contact Mrs. M. Wreiole, $129,900. In Cape Coral, 10/26/2011 — tftt— $3,200/wk. Dec. 15 - Apr. 26. (908) 747-5930. excellent location, no bridge to 2053117-3 BEAUTIFUL NEW Now accepting reservations for cross to leave town. SWIMMING POOL 9/11/92 —tttt— 2046998-1 1992. Days 201-569-2111 2/5/2009 —tttS— 2009680-3 | INTERVAL FOR SALEj Wkends, 914-687-0360. 5/2/2000 —$$$$— 1872075-3 NORTH AMERICAN TITLE CAPTIVA - Luxury Gulf front house - INSURANCE AGENCY, INC. COMMERCIAL vaulted ceilings, screened lanai and Pine Island Lots. Canal front lot. PROPERTY open deck overlooking Gulf to enjoy 60'x120' deep water, direct access, Specializing in Personalized beautiful sunsets. Private beach, $45,000. Mobile home lot close to Executive Transfer Real Estate Closings SALES/RENTALS heated pool, all amenities. Weekly pool, $9,950. Bayfront lot, view of and (813)472-1764. Sanibel, $150,000. Larkin Real Magnificent, historic home Your Title Insurance Needs 7/31/200B — ttSt— 1980965-3 Estate, 283-4871. 7 MONTH FREE RENT (built in 1926) in downtown TIMESHARE AND 11/27/2009 —tttt— 1944096-4 GENERAL REAL ESTATE LAKEFRONT PARADISE Fort Myers, TO QUALIFIED TENANTS. 11595 Kelly Road BY OWNER an outstanding home in tiptop Ft. Myers, FL 33908 SANIBEL OFFICE BUILDING, Rare Sanibel find. shape with assumable, The Atrium Beach House Luxurious Gulf front condo. 813-454-1600 LOCATED ON PERIWINKLE BREATHTAKING view on nonqualifying VA mortgage, 6/30/2004 — SSSS— 50958-3 WAY, 1122, 2244, OR 1770 3 BR/2 BA on Shell Basket beautiful lake in private 8.5% fixed rate, nominal fee to Top floor, closest to Gulf. SQUARE FEET. Lane. 150 yards from gulf. All community. assume. 2 week minimum. Adults only. CAROL ARNOLD, ASSOCIATE amenities. Quiet cul-de-sac seclusion. Available after April 3, '92. Call me to purchase or to sell LARGE WATER FRONTAGE. BBVK, INC. , BROKER May - Sept. $400/wk. PARTICULARS C.G. Leach, M.D. vacation time share weeks on Oct. - Christmas. $700/wk. $139,000 Sanibel. Herb Simon, realtor. Office (813) 693-1000 201-569-5033 7497 99th St. Ct. N. Christmas - April $1,100/wk. 813-542-1101, 800-741-1101. 1/22/2009 — tttt— 2007357-3 9/22/92 —tttt— 1968370-3 4 bedrooms White Bear Lake Home 574-5697, 800-933-1458. No pets. (813) 267-7557 or 2.5 bathrooms MN 55110 Re/Max Realty Team. (813) 395-2078, Mike or Maria. 1 ACRE LAKEFRONT LOT 10x11 office/library (612) 426-5759 5/12/2010 —SSSS— 1973246-3 B/27/2010 — tttt— 1996924-3 6 ft. elevations offering privacy 7x12 front sun room 4/16/2009 —tttt— 2019743-3 Retail Space Available and seclusion. Perfect for the Beautiful hardwood floors The Villages, front location. South Seas Plantation tropical gardener. Close to (heart pine) 776 sq. feet, excellent visibility. Gulf Cottage beaches and shopping. Call Fireplace THE ATRIUM Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. Call Discount rates Sept.-Oct. now! Ask for Paul Primeaux Formal living room Exclusive, beautifully 482-0333. 3 BR/3 BA, loft, porch, 1-800-388-2311 Formal dining room 9/B/92 _$$$S— 2048802-3 decorated Gulf Front luxury. beautifully furnished, washer, 813-472-2311 Eat-in kitchen 2/BD, 2/BA, wrap-around dryer, TV, VCR, pool, tennis, REMAX of The Islands Gorgeous Spanish tiled Florida balcony, wonderful view, etc. After 10:00 a.m. 4/14/2010 — titt— 2032732-3 room sunsets! Call owner at 1-800-227-! 783 North Captiva extra high, dry lot. Sprinkler System (203) 438-5879 or (800) 484- COLONIAL BLVD. or (813)395-1144. Backs up to protected state Ceiling fans 7304 - after tone - 8286. 12/1/2010 —tttt— 2005156-3 property. Great views. Cool breezes. Brand new air conditioners Thanksgiving cancellation ST0RE/WAREH01SE By owner. 407-255-1320. Beachfront home on North Captiva with 5-year warranty open 11/21-12/19. Great Visibility 9/24/92 — SSSS— 2052303-3 7/23/2009 —SSSS- 2035705-3 Island. Furnished. Peace and quiet. Built-in book shelves Chea| Easy Access Sanibel lot for sale by owner. 1/3 of eap Spectacular views. Steps to the New roof Best buy at beautiful Only 1 mile off 1-75 waters edge. Week/Month Rates. an acre, close to everything, yet 7,200 s.f. w/Truck-Well Water taxi available. 813-549-7066 secluded. Located on Sunset Circle, Brand new storage shed Sanibel Harbour Resort. and/or or 813-472-6661. near Periwinkle Place. $69,900. Call Mature citrus trees 2 bedroom direct 4,800 s.f. w/Office 10/2/92 — tttt— 2009629-1 482-2991 or 482-1270. (orange and grapefruit) • • • • • beachfront condominium 9/16/92 —tttt— 2053109-3 Prize mango tree WIDE SELECTION is fully furnished. Flexible Terms SOUTH SEAS PLANTATION 482-6879 (homemade mango chutney, CONDOS & HOMES Boat storage, spa, NEW PRIVATE LUXURY HOME a neighborhood favorite!) ALL PRICES tennis center available. 278-0489 ON GULF. AVAILABLE FOR REAL ESTATE 9/11/92 — titt— 2050805-1 Very large backyard FT. MYERS A SANIBEL Great rental potential. VACATION RENTAL 5 BR/4 BA, DISTANT with lush, mature foliage CALL KATHY $179,900. PRIVATE POOL, SPA. ALL Wonderful, friendly Lie. Real Estate Broker Call (813) 454-5300 RESORT FACILITIES COOL N.C. MOUNTAINS neighborhood for details Now! FOR FREE BROCHURE ON V.I.P. OPTIONAL. Priscilla Murphy Realty, Inc. A VARIETY OF Vacations In Paradise SPECIAL RATE THRU OWNER PROPERTIES & HOMES Call 337-1860 today 9/29/92 —tttt— 2052546-3 Rare Opportunity! CALL AFTER 3:00 P.M. EST CALL TOLL FREE: for your appointment to 1-800-237-7526 Successful business located 219-272-0889 OR 1-800-438-8159 see this classic Fort Myers in one of the best shopping 219-271-0115. RAPER REALTY showplace at (813)481-5067 areas on the island, 9/8/92 — tttt— 2016611-3 P.O. BOX 619 1466 Lynwood Avenue, B/7/2009 — tttt— 2037871-3 Interval for sale. Sanibel Beach Club II. Week 38. Gulf front, Unit 3-B. 2 specializing in exclusive lines MURPHY, NC 28906 off McGregor Blvd. 9/25/92 —tttt— 2035489-7 BR/2 BA, sleeps six. Covered of clothing, Jewelry and gifts. $170,000 parking. By owner. $4,200. For more information, call (813)369-4933. To run a classified ad in Betty Thomas, Sanibel Home for Rent - CONDOS FOR SALE | 9/16/92 —tttt— 2053111-3 any of the following papers: broker/ salesman, Winter season. Remodeled, Sanibel £ Marco Island ground level, 2 BR/2 BA, new By Owner Sanibol-Captlva Islander Properties, tile, immaculate, $2,000/mo. Boca Grande Lee County Shopper 472-4808, Fort Myers Beach Bulletin for 6 months or call for monthly 2 BD/2 BA completely Cape Coral Dally Breeze Sanibel Cottages 472-8178 (eves.). rates. Rent from owner and furnished, 2nd floor condo. Cape/North Weekend Shopper 2 BR/2 BA, on beach, tennis, 9/11/92 — tttt— 2053115-3 save. Overlooks Bay. Boat slip Pine Island Eagle fully furnished, turn key, week 914-248-7058 or available, $169,000. Call LuAnn at 472-5185 36. Very reasonable. 813-481-3553. Call (813) 697-7522. 813-953-7011. 9/16/92 —SSSS— 2053116-3 4/16/2009 — tSSt— 2019742-3 9/28/2011 — tttS— 2049501-1 9/16/92 —tttt— 2053112-3 Tuesday, Sept. 8, 1992 Classified 7C FURNITURE REPAIR & BABY ITEMS | COMMUNITY APPLIANCE REPAIR! Answer to Crossword Puzzle No. 464 published today. REFINISHING Baby swing, Fisher price, $30; CALENDAR NEED YOUR WICKER OR Refrigerators & walker, $4; wood high chair, CD alternatives: Free investment RATTAN FURNITURE Air Conditioners $35. Misc. baby items. workshop. Increase income and REPAIRED, RECANED, Call 458-1762. decrease taxes safely. Every REV/OVEN, RESTORED OR Washers, dryers, dishwashers, 9/18/92 — SSSS — 2053303-1 Tuesday and Thursday at 10.00 CUSHIONS RECOVERED? WE ovens, & ranges repaired. A.M. Call Jackie or Herb for ALSO BUILD WICKER AND All work 1 year guarantee. Reservations, 936-6300. RATTAN FURNITURE AND No service charge. 9/4/2005 —SSSS— 2049043-1 ACCESSORIES. QUICK Same day service. RIVER ROCK DELIVERY. 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LU Q Zion National Park has unusual scenery at its eastern < end and a dramatic rock walled canyon as its main touris! (A area. Capital Reef National Park has an interesting wash to walk through. Don't go when rain threatens. Arches National Park and Natural Bridges National Monument both contain numerous interesting natural rock structures. Scenery beside the 00 Moab, Utah — This town is not only a good base road in the Dixie for seeing Arches and Canyonlands national parks, it is National Forest near I also where you can arrange to go white-water rafting. It Bryce Canyon Na- was my favorite day on the trip. I went with North tional Park, Utah. 1 American River Expeditions on a Colorado River rafting « trip (which is different from a float trip in that the raft is (A smaller, you get wet, and you float through rather than over the rapids.) Moab is also the site where many westerns and other films were shot. Somewhat incongruously, it is the location of the Hollywood Stuntmen's Hall of Fame, a small museum. Evacuation to Tampa — My evacuation was uneventful (well, at least nothing I want to mention in the newspaper). However, George Kohlbrenner Jr. of the B-Hive reports that as he drove through Venice he saw a business of a psychic all boarded up against the storm. Kohlbrenner expects that psychic to lose a lot of customers because she could not foresee that Andrew American Airlines had asked its people in cities across had excess food and clothing to distribute to various would not hit Venice. the country to donate food and clothing for American relief agencies. I was helping get the stuff sorted and Miami - Last Tuesday, Sept. 1,1 went to Miami to Airlines employees in Miami devastated by Andrew. moved through and out of the warehouse. volunteer in the relief effort. 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