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i i j (Sea)horsing . i A around page11 :. i Week of March 13-19,2003 SANiBEL & CAPTIVA, FLORIDA VOLUME 30, NUMBER 11, 24 PAGES 75 CENTS County DOT, Chamber members discuss Causeway matters Monday Rush hour not Changes coming the best time for state attorney's office to rob a bank Steve Russelltalks to island's retired military officers Police nab one suspect nine —See page 2 minutes after robbery attempt, other caught three Police charge two in car break -ins hours later; Tomlinson credits Officers evade alligators in department reorganization hunt for evidence — See page 3 for speedy arrests
By Anne Bellew Associate editor New veggie rules A pair of 19-year-olds will face federal charges Renny Severance photo in connection with an attempted bank robbery last proposed From left, consultant Kris Cella, Lee County Department of Transportation spokes- week. Planning Commission woman Amy Davies , deputy director Paul Wingard, director Scott Giibertson and Friday, Sanibel Police examines new vegetation Sanibel-Captiva Chamber of Commerce executive director Steve Creenstein discuss the arrested Ralph Morgan and Causeway Monday morning with more than 60 Sanibel businessmen and women . Ralph Morgan for robbery of —See page 2 By Kate Thompson In the meantime, however, employees the branch office of Bank.of Staff writer have been affected. That was echoed by America on Periwinkle Way. Pete Adania. general manager of Sundial, The robbery was reported Businesses on Symbol .ue alie.ah see- w !'•> said he expected the Causeway would at 4:51 p.m and Morgan was ing some impact Inun llie Cadseu.is -* luivv." i biii millet on lecruiring and retain- arrested at 5 p.m. near the jxrobkaps, but naost aren't sur£ .what to ing staff. robbers' getaway car at the attribute to theOTlSge:'"""" But. the impact on business is hard to Amoco station. Chant was Wade through "There has certainly been a drop." said judge, Adania said. There has been less arrested at the Seahorse Doug Congress of Congress Jewelers. impact on tourists and his hotel business, Shops at 8:41 in response to a the seagrass "We're in the middle of the perfect storm he said. tip. The stolen money had — the Causeway, the war and the econo- "If you travel half way across the coun- been recovered earlier. Chant Let SCCF take you away my — so it's hard to pinpoint specifics." try, half an hour delay getting onto the Although most islanders While business is actually up right now island is not that big a deal," he said. "But were dumbfounded at the idea of anyone being fool- —See page 11 for the Dunes, it might be up more if it if you are in Fort Myers, planning a social ish enough to try to rob an East End bank at that weren't for the Causeway, said Kevin event or a business meeting, you might hour of the day, ""they had a plan and weren't afraid McCune, the Dunes' general manager. have second thoughts." to carry it out," Police Chief Bill Tomlinson said. "I think we would be up more," he said. "When we arrested the first one, Morgan, at 5, we "But I think the real impact might be more See CAUSEWAY found a mask, a cell phone and a walkie-talkie in OPIUMS next year." page 3 the car. The second one, Chant, had the money. Neither one had a gun. The Election reactions gun was found later behind County officials to discuss raising another business on M Periwinkle." Some islanders happy, others not so much Causeway tolls with City Council "Our officers did a phe- nomenal job. They immedi- By Kate Thompson —See page 7 ately secured the crime Staff writer scene, set up excellent com- munications — we had at Lee County Department of Transportation officials will discuss possible restructuring of least 10 deputies and canines •m the tolls for the Sanibel Causeway with the Sanibel City Council Tuesday. helping us and both Lee and JKA1HM County officials will brief the city on the possibility of increasing the cash toll for the Collier Sheriffs' department •j Causeway or changing it during season, said Amy Davies, spokeswoman for the helicopters in the air. Since it .4 Transportation Department. Morgan will be a federal case, too, For all your "There has been no decision," she : aid. "We are looking for the city's agreement for us the FBI helped as well." to do something like that." Sanibel will pursue planning needs The county can't treat residents and nonresidents differently, she said. There may be charges in state court and, because the federal gov- some changes to the discount system proposed, however, Davies said. I ernment insures bank deposits, the FBI will be fil- Tuesday, the Lee County Board of Commissioners approved spending up to $350,000 to ing federal charges. —See page 10 reopen the project development and emironmental study on the drawbridge portion of the I "The department and shift restructuring were Causeway. Davies said the DOT has awarded Post, Buckley, Schuh and Jemigan $175,000 instrumental in both this and our other major case, to reopen the study to evaluate the economic feasibility of rehabilitating the drawbridge and the car burglaries," Tomlinson continued. "The for the sensors installed by the University of Michigan under a subcontract. response time was very fast and everyone showed Post, Buckley, Schuh and Jemigan will also be doing the load analysis of the bridge to up. There were two supervisors here both times, determine whether speeds and weight limits can be raised or must be lowered, she said. instead of one, for example, because the restructur- The study is being reopened for the drawbridge because of the deterioration which has ing modified their shifts. And people who were fin- *• < • ENVIRONMENT page 11 been recently discovered, Davies said. If the firm recommends complete reconstruction ished for the day turned around and came back. We rather than rehabilitation, it would reopen the question of whether the bridge would be simply overwhelmed the bank robbers — if we'd • LOOKING BACK page 8 replaced as it is, would be replaced with a fixed-span bridge or with a higher drawbridge. given it anything less, someone might well have "That issue all comes back into play if they decide that is what they are going to do," been shot. • OPINION page 6 Davies said. "There was excellent cooperative effort among But the question of how the two fixed-span bridges will look has been settled and will the agencies, among our officers — terrific team- not be reopened, she said. , work. It was truly textbook, and it was great to see • DATELINE page 10 The county commissioners also approved 5>1.8 million for design work on the toll facil- the plan come together... not just once but twice in ities at Sanibel and Cape Coral. That money includes $1.5 million in interest-free loans a week." • TV LISTINGS page 15 from'the state and $300,000 from the surplus toll account. A proposal for a construction manager who will oversee reconstruction of the toll facility and the bridges is also out, • CLASSIFIEDS ...page 20 Davies said. 2 • Week of March 13-19, 2003 Q ISLAND REPORTER ISLAND REPORTER • Week of March 13-19, 2003 • 3 Police arrest two for parking. lot ! Republican Party picks ee cases New state attorney Sanibel Police arrested James Comer, 17, and Paul Matthew City working out new former mayor for Palermo, 19, of Fort Myers on felony charges in relation to the car streamlining office business council burglaries that have been taking place in parking lots on the island. Palermo was already on probation for burglary and has both By Kate Thompson vegetation ordinance Nola Theiss has been appointed to petty theft and grand theft charges on his record in addition to the Staff writer By Kate Thompson requirement to remove the list of eight serve on the Business Advisory Council new charges. Police also charged both young men with misde- by the National Republican meanor possession of marijuana. Steve Russell, the Florida State's Attorney Staff writer exotic invasives," Planning Director Congressional Committee, in recognition "These arrests cleared at least three, probably more, of these responsible for the five-county area that includes Bruce Rogers said. "(CASI) is asking of "valuable contributions and dedication cases," said Sanibel Chief Bill Tomlinson. "We're looking at 10 Lee County, spoke Monday evening to the To encourage native plants and dis- for two categories. That is a major poli- SANIBEL ISLAND COMMUNITY CENTER to the Republican Party." open cases in all, a couple of which aren't quite the same." Once Military Officers Association of America. courage invasive exotics, the Sanibel cy decision, a break from 27 years of Theiss will serve the state of Florida caught, the two confessed to several of the burglaries, even telling The second person to hold the job since it was Planning Commission spent the entire not making that distinction." and is expected to play a crucial role in police where they had thrown their loot. 2173 Periwinkle Way created in 1969, Russell was elected last year and day Tuesday holding a public hearing The currently proposed version of the party's efforts to involve top business "I had(Officer George) Krivas and (Sgt. Mike) Cooper slogging has just taken over. He is a native of Philadelphia on the city's vegetation ordinances. the ordinances doesn't make a distinc- Palermo people in the process of government around with in the wetlands looking for evidence," police detective MANY NATIONAL DEALERS and moved to southwest Florida in 1976. The hearing prompted comments tion but the commission may consider reform, according to a press release from ScottAshby added. "Out there with the alligators. "I, like you, believe public safety is the first from homeowners, condominium modifying that. the Business Advisory Council. responsibility of government," Russell told the boards and the condominium associa- One major policy change is regarding Everything Priced to Sell group at feeDunes . tion, most of which were resolved in Australian pines, which now are being Now presiding over discussions with the commission and classified as no-native, Guy James to address SHOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC CRYSTAL an office with 250 city staff. Australian pines are among the inva- CAUSEWAY REPAIR Most homeowners won't see an sive exotic plants although they're not Island Democrats employees and prose- From page 1 Saturday 10 am • 5 JHII; AVAILABLE cuting up to 50,000 immediate impact if the ordinance is listed among the seven species the city Guy James, a liberal radio voice for passed — what triggers the new provi- is working to eradicate. But they are DURING cases each year, Russell Southwest Florida, wiil be the guest speak- Sunday noon - 5 pm SHOW is reorganizing the sions are any requirement for a develop- listed by the state as invasive and can er at the Thursday, March 20th, 7 p.m., At a meeting Monday morning at BIG within a few months and will not be office. There have been ment permit. Some of the proposed not be planted. Among the problems meeting of the Democratic Club of the Arts, Lee County Department of changing locations of toll booths or the no new prosecutorial changes to the ordinance are the result with the pines is that they create a Islands at the Sanibel Library on Dunlop Transportation director Scott Gilbertson city's weigh station. The bridge will look positions in the last two of changes in state law. monoculture since their pH-Ievel is Road. The meeting is free and open to the said the most recent traffic reports show a very much like it does today but it will be ADMISSION $4 - GOOD BOTH DAYS ye«'irs but the population The issue returns to the Planning more acidic than the island's alkaline public. drop of 1.5 percent, the first time traffic on four feet higher, so that it is out of the the Causeway has declined since opening of the area, has grown 3- Commission at its next meeting for soil and it squeezes out other native Guy James is an exciting speaker and "splash zone," Gilbertson said. The mid- in 1963. 5 percent each year. Russel approval of a resolution recommending plants, Evans said. extremely well informed about his pas- dle section of the bridge will be about 10 The state is in the passage of the modified ordinances to Monocultures also prevent the cre- sion, politics. He has enjoyed a distin- Chamber executive director Steve feet to the right as travelers face the island ONLY $3 WITH THIS AD process of defining essential sendees and deter- the Sanibel City Council. It then goes ation of habitat for the island's wildlife, guished career on the air in Ohio and has Greenstein said they are "very" aware of a and the section closest to the island will be mining what will be funded. Russell's budget pri- before the council for consideration and which is one of the goals of planting, served with honor as an elected official in large decline in vehicles and spending. to the left of the existing bridge. marily comes from the state, but each county also further discussion. noted Evans. his hometown. "We are hearing it from a lot of busi- Any changes to the design would FREE ^ Silver Chest Show by Pete Clapp has provided significant help. The members of the Condominium "Our goal is to provide habitat for The Guy James Show airs on nesses who depend on day traffic," he reopen the issue of the bridge, which Some of the conditions which existed when Association of Sanibel expressed con- wildlife ... a wildlife corridor through- NewsRadio 1660 a.m. on Saturdays from said. would create problems. PARKING (813)228-0038 (813)287-1835 Russell came to southwest Florida no longer exist cern over the city's practice of requiring out the entire island," he said. 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Greenstein also expressed concern that Gilbertson said that the areas which but the office has not evolved. For example, with development permits for even routine Sometimes plants are recommended For more information about Guy James data collected by sensors installed under have failed are those which have been 23-24 employees, his office has one of the largest repairs and maintenance. at one time and later determined to be see http:/www.theguyjames show,com/on the bridge last week could affect restric- repaired. He said he can't say whether investigative divisions'among any of the 20 state This can potentially trigger 'a major undesirable — something that's clearly the web. For information about the tions on weight and speed. inferior materials were used in the con- ff attorney's offices. In the 1970s, there were no fed- nightmare for property owners who happened with scaevola. New plants are Democratic Club of the Islands, call Joyce "I have this nagging fear," he said. "Is struction because none of the county staff SI MM AI "MUST eral law enforcement agencies operating in the could find themselves facing $35,000 in introduced faster than either the city or Weissbach, 472-0915 it possible vehicles will have to go slower, today was part of the organization in area and local sheriffs were generally less sophis- landscaping costs for the removal of state can keep up, noted Evans. As a that (the bridges) can't support the 1963. ticated. As a result, the state attorney's office was invasive plants and replanting when all result, the city will use the state's list, he weight?" "It did look like inferior materials," he Condos of the Month responsible for marine and drug patrol. the owners intended was a minimal recommended. Service for newest Gilbertson downplayed that possibility. said. Today, that's no longer true. Russell said he repair. The ordinance changes came from "We all have that nagging fear," The possibility of using buses on the C-201 - $425,000. Wonderful starter unit. Sundial Beach Resort. Large 1 "This isn't anything new," noted the city's Vegetation Committee. Both councilman Gilbertson said. "We don't expect it to island also was discussed again; Rob has eliminated two deputy state attorney positions At 7 p.m. Monday at the Sanibel bedroom, apartment. All redecorated and in mint and combined them into one chief assistant. He James Evans, of the city's Natural Art Weissbach and Julie Schwartz happen but we all have to accept that it DeGennaro said that a few years ago a Resources Department. attended the meeting. Community Church there will be a cele- could." proposal was made to County condition. What this apartment lacks in view is combined the public rnformation position with bration to bring the community together. the community affairs position, a job currently For example, building a fence Currently, homeowners must have a The chamber is starting a media cam- Commissioner Bob Janes that LeeTran more than made up in the gorgeous interior. requires a development permit but not a permit to prune or trim more than 25 This is an invitation to the City Council p.iign soon in the hope ol ollseuuig some operate three trolleys. held by his former wife, Chere Avery. They have Members, elected officials, city employ- Realtor: you'll love showing it -- seller wants offers! building permit; remodeling a kitchen percent of the leaf area of any native of thejgiejgative,jnformadpn people are geL- ^.n;"i: think it would have worked," absorbed one human resources position and now ees, and the citizens of Sanibel to join in a : : requires a building permit but not a tree or shrub; that will continue under ting abouffhe safety of fhe bridges and to ^SiGkmsm* said; 'J think ;we ^rise£F r# 1-101 - $485,000. J Bd/1 Bath; Partial Gulf & Pool ire working to decentralize administration and commissioning service for Jim Jennings.. ; : raining. development permit. Any development the proposed ordinance, although the encourage people to remain on the island revisit that." .;...'"':V: ;'..A''i-^•••'.' .' .;•• After the service there will be a coffee in later in the day. View. Walk directly to the Beach. In both Lee and Collier counties, Russell said, permit does trigger the removal of inva- location of the rule has been changed. He said the city council failed to send a the church's courtyard to meet with friends "The bridge is safe," Department of nis office is very concerned about economic sive exotic plants while building permits "Over-pruning of trees by contrac- letter to the county in favor of the county do not. tors and homeowners is the most com- and neighbors and to wish Jim a successful Transportation spokeswoman Amy proposal. crimes. term. Davies said. 'We are a target-rich area," he pointed out. "Development is going to trigger the mon violation," Weissbach said. Greenstein said businesses can also P-405 $849,000. Location! Location! Top floor She said she emphasizes that fact in take steps to reduce traffic congestion by Russell now is working to see that more peo- every interview with media but can't force with fabulous straight out view of the Gulf of ple convicted of economic crimes spend time in encouraging employees to car pool by reporters to use it in their stories. providing incentives or moving shifts to Mexico. 2 bedroom - 2 bath plus den, furnished. prison which will reduce future crimes. One idea may be for businesses to offer He also said the office is fast-tracking those 4 hours that won't add to the afternoon traf- Owner will consider offers. incentives for customers, such as paying fic jam. cases that are likely to result in probation such as •Causeway Beaches the toll for those who come on the island first-time drug or theft offenses. Kris Cella, a consultant for the county, •Lighthouse Beach •Bowman's Beach before 2 p.m. and are spending money told companies that the federal govern- But the crime rate, despite a much larger pop- •Gulfsidle City Park Beach -Turner Beach after 6 p.m. at area stores or restaurants. E-104 $899,000 - Direct Gulf Front Deluxe 2 bed- ulation, is significantly lower than it was in the ment has funds to subsidize van pooling •Tarpon Bay Beach *Captiva Beach Greenstein said the Chamber wants to for employees. She also said there may be room - 2 bath plus den. First floor. Walk out past hear from any businesses who may want "There are 200,000 less felony victims in federal funds available to help with the directly to the Gulf. And nicely furnished too. to be part of the campaign or have ideas to cost of adding a barge facility on the Florida today than when I started (in the 1970s)," keep people on the island late the after- islands. he said. "You live in a very safe area." noon. Proposals for possible barges are now WEEKEND FORECAST FOR MARCH 15 & 16 A sign posted outside one local restau- being considered by city officials; they are " F-305 $425,000 Shows like a model A-l suite. 1 C rant and bar reading "Forty-five minutes expected to go before the City Council on bedroom, 1 bath nicely appointed apartment with SATURDAY to the Causeway, 45 seconds to Happy SUNDAY CHARLOTTE March 18, Public Works Director Gates garden view. Remodeled. Don't miss this pretty A.M. P.M. A.M. RM. Hour" violated a few city ordinances. The Castle said. \ COUNTY the city would consider other ways to The city also has reached an agreement apartment. PUNTA GORDA encourage visitors to remain on the island 61/33 Sat concerning a concrete facility at the 6383 Sun during high-volume traffic times, said school construction project, Zimomra City Manager Judie Zimomra. said. That will allow construction of the ....ISEAJEILJ^ So far, concerns about the Causeway new Sanibel School to move forward. A Email - [email protected] A beautiful day with warm Another great day with nice LEE traffic and safety issues haven't resulted in proposal to sell the concrete to other busi- [email protected] temeratures and tots of temperatures and a slight people from other areas cancelling travel nesses from that location also is on BOCAl CQUNTY arrangements but that could potentially Zimomra's desk. sunshine. chance of an afternoon ram GRANb£ South Spas shower. 63/81 Sdt Chip McAfee Darren Sweeney occur, Greenstein said. They might come She said also the city is working on 64/82 Stut Chief Meteorologist Meteorologist this year but decide to go somewhere else- city residents' septic tank problems, Samhei & faphva Properties, WEEKEND TtDES CAPE Get your Forecast first on Fox. where next year. including a proposal to get rid of effluent City SatHigh Sat Low Sun. High Sun. Low \ CORAL Watch Fox 4 News at 10. "We need to find ways of making sure in the city's system. It currently can't be 1451 Middle Gulf Drive 8:39 a.m. 12:50 a.m. 9:15 a.m 63/83 $$> B1/82 Sat they do not give up on us," he said. "I done without some modifications and an Cape Coral \ *«*W San don't think we have seen the fallout yet." engineering report will be provided Bridge 3:09 p.m. 7:40 p.m. 3:13 p.m. 8:33 p.m |STATE FORECAST-SATURDAY CAPTIVA Gilbertson said the county expects to March 18 to council on what would be Sanibel, Fi. 33957 12:59 p.m, 5:23 a.m. 1:03 p.m. 5:59 a.m LCY.r .H Captiva at ISLAND CAPE CORAL . .61/82 start construction on the new bridges required. Bob Matistic Brian Mui Redfish Pass 10:40 p.m. 424 p.m. 11:36 p.m. 5:17 p.m 62/81 Sat DAYTONA BcACH 62/75 Loca!_239j95:1600 1-800-262-8 703 63/B1 Siin Fort Myers 12:40 a.m. 9:21 a.m. 1:43 a.m. 9:57 a.m FT LAUDERDALE 63/83 4:02 p.m. 822 p.m. 4:06 p.m. 9:15 p.m FT MYERS BE-ACH 62/81 GAINESVIl LE 58/78 SATURDAY 8:05 a.m. 12:18 a.m. 8:41 a.m Mafecfta Pass JACKSONVILLE 58/75 SUNRISE On 2:37 p.m. 7:05 p.m. 2:41 p.m. 7:59 p.m KEY WEST 72/84 6:38 AM KISSIMMEE. 62/80 1:35 p.m.. 7:03 a.m. 7:39 a.m Pinelanct MIAMI . 7O/B3 6:04 p.m. 1:39 p.r FEATURE LISTING; Somerset B*1O1 11:16 p.m. 6:57 p.m ORLANDO . es/ao Point Ybel 12:04 p.m. 5:25 a.m. 12:08 p.m. 6:01 a.m COLLIER PANAMA ClTV -..ss/rs 2-bedroom, 2.5 bath plus dew, Gulf front. $1,969,000.0© 9:45 p.m. 436 p.m. 10:41 p.m. 5:19 p.m C"•-•'• BOATING FORECAST"""""""1 PENSACOLA . .55/72 COUNTY SARASOTA ..58/75 Punta Rassa 12:53 p.m. 5:18 a.m. 12:57 p.m. 5:54 a.m Wind: NE 10-15 Knots \ Open Houses Wednesday and Thmrsclay NAPLFS ST. PETERSBURG .. 58/75 10:34 p.m. 4:18 p.m. 11:30 p.m. 5:12 D.m TALLAHASSEE .52/75 •Seas: 2-3 Feet " r MARCO IS1 AND O4/84 Stl SATURDAY 1:24 p.m. 5:53 a.m. 6:29 a.m TAMPA . .58/75 St. James City Bay & inland: Moderate Ghop \ 63/84 Sat es 05 Sun VERO BEACH .... SUNSET 1:28 p.m. . 65/78 PRISCILLA MURPHY REALTY 11:05 p.m. 4:54 p.m. 5:47 p.m 64/05 Sun WEST PALM BEACH . .63/85 6:37 PM MARY LOU BAILEY •» CHOCK BERGSTROM •*• 239-472-1511 A ResorlQuest Company 4 Q Week of March 13-19, 2003 Q ISLAND REPORTER ISLAND REPORTER • Week of March 13-19, 2003 • 5 La st we efc f s weather Attorney for city says The Leisurely Life High Low Rain lawsuit has no basis . •','/ f March 6 84 74 0.00 Note: Rainfall levels are recorded March 7 84 74 0.00 from the morning of the day given to Action one of two in What coconut is right for you? Ron knows the following morning. March 8 84 74 0.00 disputed variance Dear Ron: I also would like to plant the problems associated with our specif- March 9 85 72 0.00 Long balls lighting up coconuts. I have a rather large lot with ic area. March 10 84 68 0.24 By Kate Thompson hardly any trees. I would love a lush Question: We have a black mold on Staff writer March 11 82 70 0.00 scoreboarcls in week 2 tropical one without too much expense. I our Ixora and Kalanchoe plants. It don't have a coconut palm of my own so almost looks like black soot from a fire. March 12 82 70 0.00 Source: Island Water Association The city's attorney, Gregory Hootman of Sarasota, has responded to Steve Maxwell's Another great week of baseball and softball. I wonder if I could plant ones found on What is the best way to treat? — Sylvia lawsuit for public records by calling it "a sham." The Dodgers were playing the powerful Cardinals. Down the ground under palm trees in the area. Lachapelle, Fort Myers Beach. Hootman's response to Maxwell's filing asks the Lee County Circuit Court to dismiss by three in the bottom of the sixth comes Britteny Stasi and How can I recognize and avoid the Sanibel-Capf iva Tides the complaint. she hits a grand slam to win the game. What.a way to win. old Jamaica Tall variety? — Kristi, Dear Sylvia: You're describing sooty The case stems from the construction of David and Francine Gomberg's home at 421 I am trying to get some of the moms told me in on the Sanibei mold, which can affect most plants and March 14-20, 2003 Raintree Place. The city granted the Gombergs a variance which Maxwell and other games to make this more interesting. I am so busy at the field trees that grow in Southwest Florida. plaintiffs allege was inappropriate. In addition to die current public records lawsuit, sev- i I sometimes can't watch the games. . Dear Kristi: You're right to avoid the While the mold itself is not a problem, Sunrise 6:39 a 6:38 a 6:37 a 6:36 a 6:35 a 6:34 a 6:33 a eral plaintiffs are involved in anodier lawsuit, seeking an injunction to stop work on the In the Rockies-Astros game, J.D. Hall had a home run Jamaica tall coconut palms, which have the causes of the mold can be. The mold Sunset 6:36 p 6:37 p 6:37 p 6:38 p 6:38 p 6:39 p 6:39 p Gomberg's home. '\ bringing in two runs and rookie Conner Hall got his first hit. come to symbolize the South Florida is actually a fungus, which appears as "The sham nature of this action is demonstrated by the fact that the plaintiffs had actu- Joey Earl did a good job on the mound with three strikeouts , landscape. They have been around since black blotches on the upper side of Ding Darling Refuge al knowledge, at the time the instant suit was filed, that all existing public records have and only three walks. 1889 when the Spanish ship Providentia, leaves. Lo 5:34 a 6:16 a 6:52 a 7:25 a previously been either produced to the plaintiffs or made available for their review at the In the Giants-Yankees game, Cody Moore got his first hit en route to Barcelona from Havana with The fungus grows on the honeydew- numerous hearings which have previously been conducted by the City," wrote Hootman Little as a rookie to bring in a run. You folks that come to the game Hi 20,000 coconuts, wrecked off- like secretions of many 2:01 p 1:54 p 1:57 p 2:05 p 1:24 a 2:20 a 3:19 a in his argument to the court. might not want to park outside of center field Guy Peppitone shore of what is now known as common insects, including Lo 4:13 p 5:18 p 6:11 p 7:01 p 7:55 a 8:22 a 8:47 a "Undeterred by this state of affairs, which they apparently refuse to recognize, the League comes to bat. He hit one over the fence in deep center. It Palm Beach. aphids, mealy bugs, scale Hi 10:32 p 11:35 p 12:30 a 2:18 p 2:36 p 3:00 p plaintiffs now contumaciously seek the production of documents which simply do not Commissioner looks like I have to inform the moms you have to take notes The floating coconuts drifted and whiteflies. Lo 7:51 p 8:43 p 9:37 p exist and which the City of Sanibei is not obligated to 'create.'" Dick Muench on both teams. They didn't give me anything about the into the Gulf Stream, washed on There are many insecti- City Attorney Ken Cuyler wrote to Maxwell after the lawsuit was filed to tell him that. Yankees' effort. Sanibei Lighthouse to the beach and a few months cides, such as Malathion, "The point of my letter, which I thought I had made clear, is that there is no legal This week's big thank you goes to Mollar Electric for the new light they put in later began sprouting en masse. that can be used to control Lo 4:42 a 5:24 a 6:00 a 6:33 a 7:03 a requirement that the City manufacture documents for you," wrote Cuyler. "Every public for us. Thanks Jeff. The problem with these post- most of these insects, but I Hi 12:11 p 12:04 p 12:07 p 12:15 p 12:28 p 12:30 a 1:29 a record in the City is, and has always been, available for your inspection and copying," Look forward to seeing you all at the field. card icons is that they are sus- never recommend their use Lo 3:21 p 4:26 p 5:19 p 6:09 p 6:59 p 7:30 a 7:55 a Cuyler added that if the city is required to spend money either by using Cuyler's time The Commish ceptible to the deadly lethal yel- except under the most strin- or hiring outside counsel, the city "will be seeking attorney's fees and costs from the Hi 8:42 p 9:45 p 10:40 p 11:24 p 12:46 p 1:10 p lowing disease and require cost- gent of precautionary condi- Court as authorized by State statute." ly quarterly injections with tions. That's because the Lo 7:51 p 8:45 p He said the fees would not be sought as retribution but because the city has an oblig- Standings for the week ending March 8 antibiotics for preventive care. insecticide is also going to Blind Pass ation to use taxpayer money wisely. That's why I recommend kill lots of beneficial life Lo 5:57 a 6:39 a 7:15 a 7:48 a He offered to make all city files available "again" and said the city also would copy going with the Malayan coconut forms as well, including all of the records and send them to him by mail, if Maxwell preferred. Hi 12:41 p 12:34 p 12:37 p 12:45 p 12:04 a 1:00 a 1:59 a Girls Minors Wins Losses palm varieties, or the Maypan, lady bugs, butterflies, birds Sanibelles Pink 1 0 Minor League Wins Losses which is a cross between the and garden lizards. Lo 4:36 p 5:41 p 6:34 p 7:24 p 8:18 a 8:45 a 9:10 a Yellow 1 1 Tigers 1 0 Malayan Dwarf and the Panama For appearance sake, you Hi 9:12 p 10:15 p 11:10 p 12:58 p 1:16 p 1:40 p Blue o 1 Cubs 1 1 Tall. Both are considered 95 Island can spray yqur plants with a Lo 8:14 p 9:06 p 10:00 p Indians 1 1 percent resistant to lethal yel- dilute solution of dishwash- Pink 8, Yellow 0 Angels 0 1 Redfish Pass CCA, comity settle suit *lowing. Gardening ing soap, or purchase a Pirates 0 1 . Unlike the tall, slim-trunked soap-based product at your Lo 4:40 a 5:22 a 5:58 a 6:31 a Ron Sympson By Amy Fleming Major League Wins Losses arcing Jamaica Tall, the local garden center, Hi 1:06 p 12:59 p 1:02 p 1:10 p 12:29 a 1:25 a 2:24 a Staff writer Giants 3 1 Angels 13, Indians 10 Malayan Dwarf is a shorter, . While you're at the cen- 3 1 Lo 3:19 p 4:24 p 5:17 p 6:07 p 7:01 a 7:28 a 7:53 a Rockies Tigers 5, Cubs 3 thicker-trunked tree and is avail- Ron Sympson is ter, ask to see the many safe, 1 3 Hi 9:37 p 10:40p 11:35 p 1:23 p 1:41 p Lee County and the Captiva Civic Association Board of Governors came to an Astros Girls Softball Wins Losses able in green, yellow and redan experienced organic compounds that can 2:05 p 1 3 2 agreement Tuesday afternoon, settling the lawsuit that included Plantation Yankees Blue Jays 0 varieties. The Maypan, ha3s a^ landscape designer be°use d tJ eradicate the Lo 6:57 p 7:49 p 8:43 p 1 1 Development, Ltd., one of the developers of South Seas Resort as a defendant. Cardinals thicker trunk, but like the and author of Ron insect invaders without The CCA had rjiaintained that an Administrative Interpretation document signed last Tuesday's games Dodgers 1 1 Jamaica grows much taller. Sympson'y m p s o n s s harming the surroundir July by Mariner Properties, which owns Plantation Development, and Lee County Phillies 0 2 Since starting a palm from a Southwest Florida environment. Giants IS, Yankees 1 coconut "is such a lengthy Gardening Guide. allowed for a rezoning of the resort without the requisite public hearing. The CCA also Rockies 11, Astros 4 Dodgers 10, Cardinals 9 / 7O have a ues island raised concerns over the number of units that could still be developed in South Seas. process—it may take six /-> « 1 - Dear Readers: After Blue Jays 21, Phillies 10 months or more for the nut torz'on for his column, year in the making, I'm re The county, and the Administrative Interpretation both set the density limit at 912 units, Saturday's games you can reach him which would allow for an additional 35 units, plus the amortization of lock-off units at sprout—I suggest buying young ly excited to announce SANIBEL AND CAPT1VA, FLORIDA via e-mail at ron- Bay side Villas. *' . Malayan Dwarfs, which are that my SouthweL 2340 Periwinkle Way, P.O. Bos 809, Sanibei, FL 33957 Giants 23, Yankees 16 readily available at local nurs- sympson@earth According to Lee County attorney Tom Wright, the settlement agreement affirms the Rockies 17, Astros 4 nk net on Florida Gardening Guid [email protected] Administrative Interpretation, including the zoning of South Seas as a planned unit eries and garden centers. ^ - > the will make its debut nex development, the density cap and the unit count. They're fast growers and will Internet at www.month. The quarterly Guide- The Island Reporter is Sanibei s newspaper of record, turn your property into a lush ronsympson .com/, is a must-have source for i> The CCA walked away with an agreement to be notified of any future development sm 1 published each Thursday with more than 4,500paid on the resort, and retains the right to challenge anything not previously included in the tropical paradise in just two or2 lT J : things horticultural subscribers, and is the primary news source for islanders. suit, plus, any amendments made to the South Seas Master Development Plan must be three years. Southwest Florida, and prt Please send your sports information to: vides in-depth advice r preceded by public hearings. at 239 EDITORIAL Phone: (239) 472-1587 » Fax: (239) 472-8398 "Everyone gained," Wright said. "We put an end to the litigation, and everyone was island Reporter Sports Dear Ron: First of all, a big ( ) plant selection, install? fairly well satisfied." ' > P.O. Box 809 thank you for speaking at the and care. Each issue pi Jack There is some indication that this settlement will help resolve the friction that has Sanibei, FL 33$57 Estero spotlight on native South Florida ^ . Glarrow existed between the CCA and developers of South Seas for some time now. Or, fax the Reporter at (239) 472-8398 Island Garden Club. We learned so environmentally friendly exotics,^; Publisher "When people think of South Seas, they don't realize that there are several parties Please Include a ne number for foifowup questions, If much, yet I still have at least 100 ques- trees, fruit trees and backyard involved," Bill Fenniman, vice president of the CCA said. He added that there are a any arise. Informa nt in will be used as space allowed, tions! Hope that the Garden Club will habitats, along with a monthly c number of developers, as well as tracts of privately owned property within the confines Photographs may benefit by attracting new members, of things to do in your landscape/' of the resort. be sent in, which can be picked up at which in turn will help our common goal To become a charter subsc Erik Karen Amy Mike Kate "It goes a fair way," CCA vice president Bill Fenniman said. "It gets rid of a burr the newspaper 01 they run, or, returned with self- of beautifying our Estero Island. please send a check or money Burriss Nelson Fleming Hannan Thompson under the saddle." addressed and elopes, For any further assistance, So very pleased to learn that you will $35, payable to Ron Sympson at !,'• Managing Staff writer Staff writer Staff.writer Staff Writer Editor Sharon Brace, CCA president, said, "The good thing about mediation settlements is feel free to con Island Reporter, (239) 472-1587. be starting a quarterly magazine (Ron Dawn Cowrie Drive, Fort Myers|« ADVERTISING PHOTOGRAPHY that while not everyone gets everything they want, everybody gets something." Syrnpson's Southwest Florida 33908, or contact me via e-mail, Tonya Regarding the sorting out of disagreements, Brace noted that the suit was with Gardening Guide), which will deal with my website. Squibb Plantation Development, Ltd. and Lee County, "and what they were agreeing to allow Group Publisher a developer to do within the gates of the resort. I think it certainly helps, it goes a long way. My personal feeling is that when things are firmed up like they are now, everyone has a clearer understanding of the process, and what they can and can't do. This gives us a new starting point."
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opinions • editorials with eminent domain", of "we don't care if all of the resi- dents want their street paved" we know better and the end of the private agendas for Earth Charter and other non- A good taste of smote: Cigars have witnessed much history LETTERS TO THE M Sanibel issues. I am confident that we now have a majori- ty on Council who will respect all of the citizens of Sanibel — ed. note: The Island Reporter is around the world think they were right. History has used tobacco to cure illness EDITOR and will act in a manner that is in the best interests of all of pleased to begin publishing columns about Linked to religious ceremonies, tobacco relieve pains, appease a restless spirit oi the residents of Sanibel. life in. Cuba by Sergio Mercenit. Readers leaves, wrapped into lengthy tubes, were help concentration. From Napoleon, who Theiss ready to move on But there is still a major concern, the Planning commis- with questions about Cuba they would like smoked to please could be located by the trail of tobacco To the editor: sion. Just prior to the election the "old" council appointed answered from an insiders perspective in the gods, hence the stubs he left behind, to Winston Churchill I want to thank the people of Sanibel three members. The Planning Commission now has at least future columns are encouraged to write to ceremonial signifi- who used to say that he for the opportunity they have given me to four members that are also members of the Earth charter of had always Cuba in his Mr. Mercenit c/o the Island Reporter; PO cance that cigars serve on the City Council for the last four Sanibel Organization and are pursuing their agenda. The lips, cigars and tobacco Box 809; Sanibel, FL 33957, or e-mail still maintain years. I love Sanibel and have always used Council Chairperson, also an Earth Charter of Sanibel them to sancap [email protected]. today. Elitist at the ^ave ^een an icoiuc the Sanibel Plan as the basis of all my member, has stated that she believes that Sanibel citizens beginning, democ- bol of modern times. decisions. This document is not easy to are willing to give up "some" of their property rights. The When the Spanish explorers first ratized nowadays, A Cigar is the end prod- live up to, but I tried and will continue to members of the Planning Commission do not represent the arrived in Cuba, they found not only a cigars are the suit- uct of a long and painful process which do as a citizen. citizens of Sanibel as expressed in the last two elections. whole new land, but some new and com- able companion of begins at the farm of an experienced I respect the abilities of each of the The new City Council's first order of business should be to pletely strange world of habits and mores, every grand occa- planter and ends with the know-how pu Council members, Committee members make appropriate changes in the selection and make up of making reality what in later times we call sion and celebra- into practice of a cigar maker or and City employees I served with and I "Culture Encounter"; one of newly discov- the Planning Commission to insure that it, too, becomes tion. "Tabaquero," as these craftsmen are thank them for the wonderful experience I representative of the citizens it is there to serve. ered habits destined to stick in Western Spaniards had as Mayor and City Council member. I culture is the Cigar smoking. The first known in Cuba. The fermenting and cure Congratulations to Steve Brown and Jim Jennings. We brought the new discovered treasure to have been heartened by the many calls and mention of a cigar is recorded in of the leave, which will provide its smok- need you. Europe in the first half of the 16th century. ing qualities, is a difficult and slow one, letters of appreciation I have received from Steven B. Smith Christopher Columbus' diary on From the very beginning, the new discov- and be completed in two years. The construction of the others are genuinely used by people going to the beach, November 6, 1492 when he noted that the often vulnerable to the whims of weather, those who have followed my efforts over Sanibel ered addiction was fustigated by temporal the last years and I especially want to new toll plaza could be scheduled for any time within that fishing, Ding Darling, the Shell Museum, etc. These people natives welcoming the explorers had a very much depending on the experience are not the problem. The problem is those daytrippers who and heavenly powers alike, so it is not only thank everyone who helped me during my period allowing sufficient time for any new permitting smoldering piece of wood in their hands and care of the planter. After collection, A modest proposal for the Causeway come out and just wander around for a few hours, making the General Surgeon and New State the leaves are kept in tall, thatched-roof campaign. Personally, I look forward to process. In addition DOT is re-evaluating the repair option and they seemed to derive a great deal of Regulations which has taken over the task To the editor: of span A and if their study shows that this span should be life miserable for residents, true tourists and island workers pleasure in putting those strange stick in houses called Tobacco Houses for a mini- being able to concentrate on my work and With the present location of the toll booths, the residents alike. of eradicating the unhealthy but pleasant mum of 45 days. These thatched houses, my family and having the time to enjoy the replaced instead of being repaired, additional time will be their mouth and inhaling the smoke it pro- hobby. As early as 1586 King Philip of of the mainland of Lee County must pay a toll to visit the required for the permitting, design and construction of that I am sick to death of hearing about the "$3.00'' toll, and duced. Bold and adventurous as our ances- which dot the Cuban fields, especially in pleasures of living on Sanibel. See you on two causeway islands and enjoy their beaches, fishing and Spain decreed heavy prison penalties to the Pinar del Rio and Central parts of the the beach! span, allowing even more time to obtain the permits for the until we get the word out, and understand the circumstances tors were, it was not long before they any person caught using the herb, followed wind surfing while Sanibel and Captiva residents have free relocated toll plaza. ourselves, we will continue to be picked on by the ignorant! decided to try it for themselves, introduc- island where the best plants are obtained, Nola Theiss access. Considering that Sanibel's city limits are on the in 1624 by the Pope Urban VTH threaten- Unfortunately relocating the toll plaza will probably not Richard Hale ing that way yet another hedonistic have become an integral part of Cuban Sanibel Sanibel side of the causeway s and that the causeway struc- ing with excommunication any mortal soul Sanibel unhealthy but pleasureful vice in the landscape. The temperature inside these tures and islands belong to Lee County, this does not seem be considered by Lee County DOT unless somebody of already long list of sins in western culture. addicted with the evil vice. In Japan, houses must be hot and humid, at about 30 to be fair. More consideration should be given to the recre- authority pushes it. Who will pick up the gauntlet, our City But poor Columbus failed to recognize Tokugawa confiscated all personal goods C and 60 percent humidity to help the fer- Voter turnout appalling ational needs of the citizens of the mainland of Lee County. Council or our representative on the Lee County Board of Election turned on the lights that by accident, he had really found a and penalized the addicted with prison, the menting process, a process that takes Commissioners, Bob Janes? To the editor: Turkish sultan Amurates punished smok- To the editor: hi conjunction with the reconstruction of the causeway Bernard Lubetkin golden mine, not in the shape of those lit- between 80 days and two years. A good The voter turnout on March 4 was structures, Lee County Department of Transportation is I read with amusement Planning Commissioner Phyllis tle yellow rocks, but in the odd wrapped ers with the loss of their noses and ears cigar is made of five different leaves, each Sanibel Bogan's comment that it was a dark day in Sanibel when while the Shah of Persia condemned them appallingly low. Sanibel, which should be planning the upgrading of the existing toll plaza and the toll leaves which smell was so rich and taste so on of them adding a different quality. It is an island full of people who care, evident- plaza structures. Before they get too far along in their plan- Nola Theiss lost. Funny, many of us thought somebody nice! That was the birth of an industry to death. Life has not been easy indeed to the mixing of these leaves is what provides finally turned the lights on. If Ms. Bogen will send her smokers, but many have stubbornly and ly is more full of people who do not. In ning and expenditure of funds I would like for them to con- which in later times became one of the the 25 brands and around 53 different precinct 16 (west end of the island), only sider relocating the toll plaza to the Sanibel end of the address I will happily send her a high wattage light bulb and faithfully remained fond of the habit. I am sure many of my fellow Sanibellians will be more than main staples of Cuba's economy and the gauges with their unique taste and 42 percent of registered voters voted. In southernmost causeway island just before the beginning of Jennings not qualified Others, however, found in tobacco not happy, to join me. main interest of many Rich & Famous, as strength, smell and touch, its singular precinct 117 (east end of the island), only the bridge connecting Sanibel to this island (Just after the To the editor: only a pleasant hobby, but a medicinal well as many not so rich and no so famous qualities of presentation and variety of col- 43 per cent voted. And in precinct 118, an existing Weigh Station). With the toll collection shifted to Congratulations Sanibel! You have just elected a totally Gary West herb useful to cure illness of the body, persons. Today, Cuban cigars are known ors. even lower percentage, 38, voted. A friend this location, the mainland residents of Lee County would uninformed neophyte to the City Council. This man, who Sanibel helping to spread the habit all through the world wide, even giving a generic name to In my next article I will be enlightening and neighbor who has lived on Sanibel for have free access to both causeway islands to enjoy the wouldn't-t show his face to speak in front of the people of Election showed will of the people old world. Catalina of Medici used tobac- the.product, Habano and its coveted boxes curious souls with the intricacies of the 30-some years tells me that in the early beaches, wind surfing and fishing. New fishing piers could Sanibel, has been elected to represent you in this time of To the editor: co to relieve her headaches and in Paris of are sold at prices that range between the 30 difficult art of making, preserving and years after Sanibel incorporated, voter be built at the ends of the two islands, parallel to the exist- dire circumstances for Sanibel. This man, who in his ten Last Tuesday's victory by Jim Jennings may have sur- the first half of the 16th century, tobacco to 700 USD to tourists and aficionados smoking a good cigar. For now, though, I turnout was typically more than 80 per- ing roadway, and additional toilet facilities could be years of living on Sanibel, does not belong to a single ser- prised Nola Theiss and her supporters, but it was no sur- coming from the most far away places. was sold by pharmacists. Later on, the leg- can only wish those of you that enjoy this cent. Apathy and lethargy have overtaken installed. The installation of children's recreational facili- vice or environmental organization representing our inter- prise to the many voters who had become increasingly dis- end wants that the famous English scientist ests. I implore you to attend a City Council meeting to hear sinful pleasure, a Good Taste of Smoke! this island! ties might also be considered, if appropriate. enchanted by the attitude of Sanibel City Council and its The Tobacco plant, known in the scien- Isaac Newton was precisely enjoying a this man speak. You will be amazed! He knew he could- Any registered voters who did not vote There are technical problems regarding stabilizing the Planning Commission. Nola may have "ran a positive tific world as Nicotiana Tabacum is not taste of tobacco from bis pipe beneath, the n't-t win on his own platform, so he ran on Steve Browne A free-lance writer, Sergio Mercenit i new toll plaza that can be resolved. campaign", but her actions and voting record leading up to ijiaUy from Cuba, but from parts of famous tree when he came up with his on March 4 have only themselves to blame coattails, pretending that Steve and he were a "ticket". And was born in Havana in 1956. He is mar- if they don-t like what city council does ,,. 3^*tql]LbiiUdM)ig|or l
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SANIBEL CITY COUNCIL MEETING SANIBEL CITY COUNCIL MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS (MacKensie Hall) COUNCIL CHAMBERS (Mackenzie Hall) 800 DUNLOP ROAD 800 DUNLOP ROAD MARCH 18, 2003 MARCH 18, 2003 1|| FLINT FINAMGIAL INVESTMENTS (ADDITIONAL RULES AND PROCEDURES ON LAST PAGE OF THIS AGENDA) * * * * Continued from preceding page * * * * * HI MAHAGEMEHT CORPORATION (c) Recommendation from the Parks and Recreation Chairman Armand A Registered Investment Advisor Ball) (5 minutes) 9:00 A.M. 1. Call to Order • Presents (d) Appointment of Councilmembers as Council liaisons. 2. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance. (Councilmember Workman) 16. OLD BUSINESS The Investor Dilemma 3. Swearing in of new Councilmember Steve Brown. How to Invest Safely In Volatile Markets (a) RESOLUTION 03-023 APPROVING A RATE STRUCTURE 4. Swearing in of new Councilmember Jim Jennings. CHANGE FOR FLORIDA RECYCLING SERVICES, INC.; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE 5. Election of Mayor. (b) Sewer issues. Please join us to learn solutions: 6. Election of Vice Mayor. 1. Report from Hartman and Associates regarding feasibility of accepting and processing septic tank waste at Donax (930 • How will you invest if the market 7. Council photographs. Donax Street) and Wulfert Q222 Wulfert Road)facilities. declines further? 2. Consideration of noise con rol recommendations from Camp, 8. First Reading of an ordinance and scheduling of public hearing. (Note: The First Reading is not a public hearing and no discussion or testimony Dresser and McKee for Donax Facility (930 Donax Street). will be taken.) • Should you sell? Hold? Buy? 17. NEW BUSINESS • How low can interest rates go? (a) ORDINANCE 03-004 AMENDING CITY OF SANIBEL ORDINANCE NO. 98-17 WHICH GRANTED A FRANCHISE TO OPERATE A SOLID WASTE COLLECTION AND DELIVERY SERVICE WITHIN THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF SANIBEL, (a) Rate increase notice from Comcast. • Is your income depleting? FLORIDA: PROVIDING AN EXTENSION TO THE TERM OF THE FRANCHISE; APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH FLORIDA RECYCLING SERVICES, INC., ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT "A", ADDRESSING THE EXTENSION OF THE FRANCHISE, THE (b) Assignment of City computers to Councilmembers. • Shouid you give up on stocks and PURCHASE OF NEW VEHICLES AS A RESULT OF LEE COUNTY'S CAUSEWAY WEIGHT RESTRICTIONS, AND RELATED move to bonds? Or is that a big MATTERS; AMENDING THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT ESTABLISHED BY ORDINANCE NO. 98-17 IN ACCORDANCE WITH (c) Update regarding an agreei lent to sell fill dirt from Sanibel Gardens mistake? THE TERMS OS THE ATTACHED AGREEMENT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING AN Park Project for us in the .' anibel School renovation project. Hosted by: EFFECTIVE DATE. Eric J. Hynden, ChFC, President, •Will you outlive your assets? (d) Consideration of contrac with Harvard Jolly Clees Toppe Who's Who Among Top Executives 9. Second Reading and Public Hearing: and • What impact will a war have on Architects, P.A., for arch* ;ectural services in the amount of $7,500 Chad D. Leatherwood, Financial Advisor related to the new and replacement Parks and Recreation facilities at your investments? (a) ORDINANCE 03-001 AMENDING CHAPTER 62 - TAXATION, ARTICLE II. LOCAL OCCUPATIONAL LICENSE TAXES, SECTION the Sanibel School location. Over 20 years combined experience 62-45 -TAX SCHEDULE TO REFLECT AN ACROSS-THE-BOARD FIVE (5%) PERCENT INCREASE IN THE OCCUPATIONAL LICENSE TAX; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Guest Speaker: (e) Consideration of contract with Centex Rooney Construction Co., Eric Neff, Sen/or Vice President Inc for Construction Management and General Contractor services Manualife Wood Logan, Inc. (b) ORDINANCE 03-002 AMENDING CHAPTER 14 - BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS, ARTICLE IV. PERMITS, SECTION for new and replacement Parks and Recreation facilities at the 14 zl91 - FEE SCHEDULE TO REFLECT THE APPLICABLE FEE FOR ISSUANCE OF COPIES OF FORMS OF NOTICE OF Sanibel School location. COMMENCEMENT; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION, CONFLICT AND SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Dates: Tuesday, March 25,2003 or 18. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT (c) ORDINANCE 03-003 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE VI, FINANCE, DIVISION 4, Wednesday, March 26,2003 CONTRACTS AND PURCHASES, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF SANIBEL; AMENDING SECTION 2- (a) Causeway update. Time: 9:30 am Complimentary Continental Breakfast 327.APPLICATION; AMENDING SECTION 2-330. COMPETITIVE SEALED BIDS, PARAGRAPH (I) PROCESSING AFTER 10:00am Meeting Begins OPENING; AMENDING SECTION 2-332. WHEN COMPETITIVE SEALED BIDS OR PROPOSALS NOT REQUIRED, PARAGRAPH 1. Approval of use of City boat ramp property for landing, (1), THRESHOLD AMOUNT, AND PARAGRAPH (4), PURCHASING COOPERATIVES; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION, Place: Sanibef Sundial Beach Resort Hotel loading and off loading barges. (1300 Causeway Boulevard) CONFLICT AND SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 1451 Middle Gulf Drive • Sanibel, FL 33957 2. Financial Reports. 3. Report on Sanibel-Captiva Chamber of Commerce meeting 10. Public Comments for non-Agenda items (Maximum time allotted, 20 minutes, with a limitation of 5'minutes per speaker.) regarding Causeway issues. Gall 'fflti Reservations: 239-936-2777 4. Request to sell concrete from Sanibel school construction site. 11. Council Comments. . • • ' • (3840 Sanibel Captiva Road) www.flintfinancial.com 5. Weigh station update. 12. Planning Commission Report. (Carla Johnston) Securities offered through FSC SECURITIES CORPORATION 6. Letter to Lee County regarding Hurricane Plans. A registered broker/dealer - Member NASD/SIPC 13. PRESENTATIONS: (b) Thanks to Sanibel/Captiva Sail and Power Squadron regarding their (a) Presentation from Paul Wingard, Deputy Director of Lee County Department of Transportation, Amy Davies, Project Engineer assistance of surveying Shell Harbor Canal. ENJOY APIECE OF PARADISE and Chris Swinson with CRSPE regarding the proposed new Causeway toll structure. (c) Legislative Bulletin from the Florida League of Cities. In the Comfort of your own Home (d) Upcoming Council Workshops. 14. CONSENT AGENDA (ANY PERSON MAY REQUEST THAT COUNCIL REMOVE AN ITEM FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA FOR Read The Island's Community Newspaper DISCUSSION BY NOTIFYING THE CITY MANAGER/CITY CLERK, OR A COUNCIL MEMBER, PRIOR TO THE MEETING) 1. Traffic Workshop agenda - April 04 - MacKenzie Hall - 9:00 a.m. (a) RESOLUTION 03-029 ACKNOWLEDGING THE VOTE OF THE ELECTORS OF THE MARCH 04, 2003 MUNICIPAL 2. Tentative Workshop - April 10 - 7:00 p.m. Sanibel Community ELECTION FOR THE CITY OF SANIBEL, FLORIDA; DETERMINING THE ELECTED COUNCIL MEMBERS ARE STEVE Association (SCA) BROWN AND JAMES JENNINGS; APPROVING CHARTER AMENDMENTS RELATING TO (1) THE ELECTION DATE OF MAYOR AND VICE-MAYOR IN NON-ELECTION YEARS, AND (2) THE "AT WILL" EMPLOYMENT STATUS OF THE CITY (e) CHR financial audit. ATTORNEY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (f) Lee Island Coast Visitor and Convention Bureau workshop. The "Good News" paper featuring (b) RESOLUTION 03-030 APPROVING BUDGET AMENDMENT/TRANSFER NO. 2003-005 AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (g) Introduction of Harold Law, Building Official. ISLAND HAPPENINGS, EVENTS TO COME, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT, (General & Capital Project Funds -Causeway Crisis) REAL ESTATE, HOME SECTION, CROSSWORD PUZZLE, 19. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT. THE ENVIRONMENT AND MORE. Keep Informed-Subscribe Today (c) Award of bid to Galloway Ford for one (1) 4-wheel drive truck with service body and power crane in the amount of $49 651.75. 20. COUNCILMEMBERS'REPORT. • " NAME . _ . I (d) Award contract for Nerita Street and Angel Drive for Drainage Improvements to Bateman Contracting in the amount of $58,402. 21. PUBLIC COMMENT. STpFFT , APT NO (e) Approve 2003 Bikepath Repair Project contract to Better Roads, Inc. in the amount of $254,524.25. filTY RTATP 22. ADJOURNMENT. (0 Award contract to the removal and replacement of the Tarpon Bay Road Bikepath Bridge to Thomas Marine Construction in the amount of IF A PERSON DECIDES TO APPEAL A DECISION MADE BY THE COUNCIL ON ANY $71,980. . ' . : MATTER CONSIDERED AT THIS MEETING/HEARING, SUCH PERSON MAY NEED TO 3 PAYMENT ENCLOSED a BILL ME a VISA Q MASTERCARD ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, TO AnonuNTwn INCLUDE THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH ANY SUCH APPEAL-IS 15. COMMITTEES, BOARDS AND COMMISSION EXPIRATION DATE TO BE BASED. 5IQNATURF (a) Report on the Historical Village and Sanibel Library partnership for digitalization and artifact storage. (Pat Allen, Executive Director IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, PERSONS Sanibel Library and Jody Brown, Historical Committee) (5 minutes) . NEEDING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS PROCEEDING (b) Sanibel Beautification, Inc. regarding the flag pole at the intersection of Lindgren Blvd. and Causeway Rd. (Al Winslow) (5 minutes) SHOULD CONTACT JIM 1SOM, MANAGER OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES NO /USA LATER THAN ONE DAY PRIOR TO THE PROCEEDINGS. TELEPHONE 239-472-3700 ..FOR ASSISTANCE IF HEARING IMPAIRED, TELEPHONE THE FLORIDA RELAY 72-5302 , * .*.•*•...*:;..*•. mi Minder * i23») 472-3183 SERVICE AT 711. 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(239)995.0101, "Deep Water Harbor Yacht and Country Club, GOLF GETAWAY (877) 747-5939; CLEANING for 2003. Postal Jobs $13.21- application and info. (800) 573- Client relations, Call (800) 805-3695 or (850) 973- www.sanibel/sunjb&m 6572 or fax resume to (850) 973- Seaquest Nautical Gallery 1306 Sailboat Canal". in Fort Myers. Photos available. SKIDAWAY ISLAND, i"H A PERSONAL TOUCH S28,1S/hr. Full benefits/ Pd. 8555 Department P-335 8am- Scheduling, SE 46th Ln. Cape Coral. Call (239) Training/ No Exp Nee. Accepting nprh/7 days 8518 Direct access to Can be shown by owner between SAVANNAH GA, Light office work. 541-0066 Full Landings Club member- I m Ir m II (I e -i CP.IIS 7 days (866) 844-4915 ext. ONKYO DX703 San Carlos Bay, April 15 and May 4. $270,000. IDEAL GIFTS by Friendlv has open- Should have Call Joanne, 732-493-1833. ship. i < i I p i! ii ! 01 ' Positive attitude and SINGLE CD PLAYER. ICW & Gulf. ings for party plan advisors. 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(Two) with cush- at SSINCREA5E YOUR INCOMESS Military Documents. Bob 12001998 $289,000. 2840 WEST GULF DRIVE Gated community. SPECTACULAR Vi£S/VS! J position. Company average pays rans. 78"Lx26"W. $50/both. 768- U. . I t !Z I'! T'. Urea! pay - flexible Control Your Hours! Home-based McCurdy, P.O. Box 150495, Cape MAROON, Call (SEA SHELLS OF SANIBEL) Starts June 1. hours. - PEE training,"Computer Business! Full training. FREE $720/ week. Call'lSOO) 225-6368 Coral, Florida 33915-0495. 1239) ONLY 4700 MILES. $2300/month S( S U9e sa (239) 282-9559 UNIT 40 TWO BEDROOMS, require1:.: _ •->'> now (800) 382-4282 Booklet. ext. 333 574-35B3 after 6 P.M. ?. '^ vings. Factory direct, GARAGE KEPT. For Sale By Owner (912) 598-8891 TWO BATHS. wvjw.nodream2biD.com parting at $1,775. Call (941) 571- Large pool and tennis court. [ I i I II J< I \i Ml III n I I e;-;i. -! i ALMOST SHOWROOM Call (800) 683-9341. CONDITION. WESTERN NC MOUNTAINS. En)oy WEEKLY RENTALS. M| ! tl ll!< Ml 'U I [ I I lll\ eBay Resell---'-. " -'eeded' We supply ^OLFF River access remodeled 3/2 cbs (201)327-2884 product SO1. ->3low retail. No Island Inn, 3111 W. Guil PLACE YOUR ~~ SKILLS &TRADES ~~ ARTS & CRAFTS ANNING BEDS. AFFORD- COMES WITH 2/HELMETS, home on 100' seawalled canal, 25' To see Unit: cool mountain air, views & I it ll III lljKlllll I ll Mi It Or. Immediate opening for pV C0N 1 inventory. No -i,\n. req'd. Call PERSONALIZED EMBROIDERY. 1. Hnm * VENIENT. Tan At TANK BAG, RAIN SUIT. dock. Finished 20x30 garage streams. Homes, Cabins, (630) 377-8078; IIVI il III IM In c i Ii kftltiy I iti ft front desk reservations. m Call John: today for more mio. (800) 568- AD TODAY HELP WANTED" Clothing Article. 2. Embroidered ™ .e- Payments From $25/ LEAVE MESSAGE • designed for cars & hobbies. (800) 533-4486 Acreage. Free Brochure. Realty of u it (I I) dfi'i U 1 i Includes weekends and nights. month. FREE Color Catalog. Call (239) 772-3208 Convenient N.Ft. Myers location. Murphy, 317 Peachtree St , II I il< I imp il) ty n rom 1636 Ext. 2252 Looking for retired machinist, part Design, 3. Lettering, Easy as 1-2- Tolls paid, benelits. For 3i Makeup your own logo and Today (800) 842-1305 $4,800. OBO. $199,500, Owner/agent (239) 652- Murphy, N.C. 28906. (800) 642- appointment call 472-1561. CALL 472-1587 time for inspection & light assem- 5333 bly (239) 454-6593. have it digitized!! wwv.np.etstan.com 4010 EOE. www.e-stitch.com ISLAND REPORTER • Week of March 13-19, 2003 U 23 22 • Week of March 13-19, 2003 • ISLAND REPORTER work her magic once again. This looks to very much needed! and consistent PMR and Association of be the best ever. We invite any caring individuals, friends, Realtor top producers. They are market spe- ANNUAL RENTALS FT MYERS BEACH 0 cialists of homes, condos and homesites on VACATION RENTALS VACATION RENTALS VACATION RENTALS FESTIVAL Sanibel School Funds Annual Car Raffle - families, and/or business that would like to HOMES Call Shirtene Today win a new Ford Thunderbird convertible • become a sponsor to contact Rob Sanibel and Captiva Islands. PMR is proud Annual Rentals The Sanibel School is proud to announce of their enthusiastic professional services to GULF AND GOLF SANIBEL DELIGHT! SUNSET-CAPTIVA Ft. Myers Beach. Canalfront, 2 bed- or $30,000 cash prize. DeGennaro, Seahorse Music Festival Lovely Newly renovated LARGEST SELECTION room,! bath upstairs,1 bedroom/1 at The Island the coming of the "All New" Seahorse Chairman at the Island Cow Eatery, 472- our customers and clients. PUNTA RASSA 3 bedroom, 2 bath home 3 Bedroom/2 Bath Home ANNUAL RENTALS bath downstairs, new dock S Music Festival to take place April 11 from 5 • Wine Tasting - sponsored by National SANIBEL HARBOUR in private community in boatlift, presently rented,' several Reporter Distributing Company. Just a fun and 0606. There is really no sponsorship too big LEXINGTON COUNTRY CLUB with swimming, tennis, Private SANIBEL fruit trees, $349,000. 190 Prirno p.m. to 11:30 pm at the BIG Arts. or small. All will certainly help. You may and beach. Beachfront-Community. Drive. 239-765-0729; 994-8398. This will be a fun and casual event co- educational time for all. Appetizers by USPS food drive Mainland Pricing — AVAILABLE FOR Fully furnished. 27 YEARS OF ISLAND Newspaper also contact Liz Fowler at the Big Arts if you 2CATVS, VCP, RENTAL EXPERIENCE Ft. Myers Beach. Two full lots, sponsored by the Sanibel PTA/Sanibel the Island Cow Eatery. Yet close to the Beaches! MONTHLY/SEASONAL canal front home, 100' seawall, choose to be a sponsor. United States Postal Service Letter Monthly and Seasonal Rates, RENTAL CD/Stereo, W/D. 472-1587 Call 50' dock, fenced yard, small School Fund and the Big Arts Youth • Gigantic Food Buffet - an all you can eat Carriers would like to remind seasonal resi- Give us a call. Call (732)291-5292 Pool - Tennis - Boat Dock. Studio apartment, large deck. Tickets will be on sale around the island Call owner GULF BEACH Program. extravaganza sponsored by many island dents to drop off their non-perishable food PROPERTIES, INC. Currently remodeling 150 Primo shortly. SANIBEL (615)371-9029 Drive. $569,000. (239) 463-4237 HARBOURSIDE REALTY http://mywebpages.comcast. LIC. REAL ESTATE BROKER We invite the whole island and all its vis- restaurants, 5 to 10 p.m. items at their local Post Office. These dona- (239)466-3313 SANIBEL-LIGHTHOUSE net/sallytom 472-6747 To Help You Place Your itors to spread the word and join us for a fun • The Optimist Club Raffle - this is always a tions will be held and included in the May WALK TO BEACH Friday night. We hope to attract everyone PMR top sellers 10th Letter Carrier Food Drive. This is the Deluxe PINE ISLAND HOMES Classified Ads winner for all, offering fun prizes along 3 Bedroom/3 full Bath Condo. from off island as well the way. 5 to 11:30 pm. Priscilla Murphy Realty would like to largest food drive in the nation with over 70 GULF-FRONT Newly Furnished. 3 BR/2 BA renovated ALDEN PINES GOLF COURSE - Near Lighthouse. home near beach Beautifully landscaped Florida The Festival will feature the following: congratulate its top producing Island Sales million pounds collected nationwide. COMPLEX style custom home on 6th fairway • Champagne Tent - Go for it! Pool-Tennis. THE-VACATiON-HOME includes lawn • Concert - featuring continual music 5:00 - Division associates for the month of All donations remain in the local area to Two Story Town House Fully Equipped Kitchen. YOU'VE maintenance. near Pineland Marina. 3BR/2BA/ * Rnancial Services * The great thing about the Festival this 2.5 Bedrooms, Spacious-Furnished ALWAYS WANTED $1500/month living/dining/large kitchen/break- 11:30 pm produced by No Swear February. feed the hungry. This food drive comes at a Screened Porch. fast nook/ workshop/large double year is one ticket provides you with the 2,5 Baths. garage. Magnificent view. Productions and Big Arts. The music for Janie Pritchardthas achieved the Top critical time for local food banks that are GREAT RATES! Most-private-beach. 3 BR/2 BA home with * Skills & Trades* above. The music, kids play, silent auction, Sleeps Six. 2 car garage located (239)283-6390. $339,500. all to enjoy. Listing Agent status for the greatest number facing shortages. Underprivileged school OWNER: Dock-on-Bayou. food buffet, wine tasting and champagne Swimming PooE. (216)932-5136 Heated-Pool. near Sanctuary. Includes * Home Furnishings * • Kids Play Area - featuring rock climbing of listings developed. children that receive breakfast and lunch Indoor Garage. email: [email protected] Wide-Porches. lawn maintenance. tent. $1400/month wall, bounce house, velcrowall, the giant Mary Lou Bailey is this month's Top during the school year face hunger during AVAILABLE WEEKLY. Open-Sunning-Decks. SOUTH FT MYERS The cost of the festival will be underwrit- Sanibel's fineness. 3 Br/2 Ba. Chateau Sur Mer area. * Autos & Trucks* slide and many games for the children to Selling Agent for the greatest number of the summer. These food donations will help (812) 882-2300 Private heated pool, magnificent Idyllic luxury/comfort. Call Dustyn at RE/MAX of HOMES ten by various sponsors. These generous view overlooking greens and the Islands. 472-5050 enjoy. This will be a fully supervised area sales. to feed them! GULF-FRONT-CONDO Easy-care, no-effort * Waterfront Property * sponsors will allow the proceeds of the lakes of the Dunes Golf Course. Vacation-Home. so parents can enjoy the event. Janie Pritchard & Mary Lou Bailey are Please drop off your non-perishable food 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths (786)251-3399. Three-Bedrooms/Three-Baths. 18th Fairway Dunes event to benefit the New Sanibel School and plus Den Monthly Rentals. Duplex. Townhouse 3/2.5 COUNTRY LIVING * Annual Rentals * • Silent Auction - Ms. Spring Rosen will experienced, knowledgeable professionals, donations at your local Post Office. Two Weeks Minimum. + office. 31500/month. CLOSE TO SANIBEL the Big Arts Youth Program. The money is Rent through Owner SHELL HARBOR Call for rates. 6 month or 12 month 4Bed/3Bath (239) 395-9433 SANIBEL. (239) 472-8248 rental. Call RE/MAX, HOME IN SUMMERWOOD * Auctions & Bazaars * (858) 985-0322 BEAUTIFUL 505) 982-9242 472-2311. Ask for on 1 and 1/3 acres. CANAL FRONT HOME. Steve Fisher Oversized 4-car garage. Walk to Beach. 1100 sq. ft. of front porch. * Help Wanted* NEW LISTING Three Bedrooms, Two Baths. Mature trees and hedges. y*. NEW USTING Heated Pool. Back porch with * Garage Sales* GULF PINES HOME Lanai. WE LOVE DOGS! CANAL-FRONT atrium and Close to Beach Completely Remodeled. EAST END HOME - commercial gas grill. Three bedrooms, two baths Fully Equipped/Furnished. GREAT LOCATION! Large RV pad and *TimeShare* plus den. Garage. THE "FRITZ" CARLTON Three bedrooms, two baths. plenty of room for toys. Well appointed. Winter Specials. WEST GULF DRIVE Two car garage. Recently updated. * Real Estate* Pool - Tennis Courts. (973) 347-7544 Steps to Beach. Lanai. A LOT OF NICE TOUCHES, JANUARY THRU APRIL 2004 Three Bedrooms, $1375/month. including a gas fireplace. $4500/montn Three Baths. (508) 524-5722 $425,000. * Condos For Rent* • Than this to the beach • 2 bedroom; 2 bath SOUTH-SEAS-RESORT • Olde Florida community 1 (239)980-1269 1 Pc.ii.li hui'v (239)481-2441 BEACH COTTAGE LARGE-CAGED-POOL (508) 524-7295 • Large 3 bedroom, 2 bath home 3 bedroom, 2 bath East end locale • Totally redone after 6 p.m. Gulf Front * Real Estate Distant* • Abuts conservation land 1 Tastefully redone with new kitchen • Beautiful private yard • New caged poal Two Bedrooms/Two Baths • Community pool and tennis-low fees • High ceilings, large master with sitting area • Newly resurfaced pool and spa '• 2 bedroom, 2 bath Heated Pool, Tennis Court ANOTHER "FRITZ" CARLTON * Manufactured Homes $429,000 (103172) Gas Grille, Washer/Dryer CUTE COTTAGE GREAT HOME $499,000 (102882) $679,000 (103097) $490,000 (103170) Near Beach. CARPENTRY If you have Private Beach Front Lanai 4br/2ba home on * Carolyn Musgraye Jim Hall Anthony & Kathryn Gaeta Mark Newberry or VaL Pool Call Owner: Two Bedrooms, One Bath. CARDIUM. Carpentry 30 days or more Enclosed porch. 472-5187x243 472-5187 x 231 472-5187x238/256 to spend at perhaps (313) 886-7872 AVAILABLE NOW. 472-5187x215 Redecorated in 2001. All new kitchen, bathrooms, the nicest place on BROCHURE AVAILABLE. *Apartments * Sanibel, carpeting and tiie. are a caring person SOUTH SEAS RESORT (239) 472-0534 S1,450/month or family, BEACH VILLA: plus utilities and * Lob For Sale* TROPICAL PARADISE BEACH M POOL we-have-the-place Two bedroom/two bath. some yard-work. for you. BEACH VILLAS: Pets OK * Motorcycles * 2,000-sq.ft. One bedroom, two bath. w/additional security deposit. NEW LISTING PRICE REDUCED! Gulf-front condo. BAY SIDE VILLAS: (239) 395-0294 NEW LISTING Two-bedroom s/two-bat hs One bedroom/two bath. * Miscellaneous * with-den & Jacuzzi. THREE NIGHT MINIMUM. RENTAL SHARING Low-density complex. WEEKLY DISCOUNT. Fully furnished room for rent in single Two Lap-Pools/Sauna, SAVE-THROUGH-OWNER! family home: meals, laundry, NEW CONDO * Wanted To Buy* Six-Lighted Tennis-courts. (800) 899-7327 transportation, a friendly ear and Two bedrooms, two baths. Well-cared-for; plenty of relaxation provided. Garage. CROWN 1,1 Would like $2OOO/month includes everything! SUMMERLIN ROAD to-keep-it-that-way, Please call (239) 690-0924 (near Sanibel Outlet Stores). INSTALLATIONS Shirtene Can Help You 1 1 (239) 472-2855 SOUTH-SEAS-RESORT Overlooking • On the beautiful Caloosahatchee River in Ft. Myers j 3 bedroom, 2 bath + 2 offices built in 2001 Over 3,500 total square feet Large home, 4 bedroom, 2.3 bath Upgrade with crown! 1 (330) 563-0109 Conservation land. • 4 bedroom, 5 bath + den or office Olde Florida style surrounded by conservation land 3 bedroom 2 bith •Extremely spacious, huge enclosed storage i-3 Bedroom Bay Villas. Profiles and materials With Ail Types of Ads. 1 1 2 Bedroom & ROOMS FOR RENT $1250/month • Large decks off bedrooms overlooking water Skylights, security system, hurricane shutters +++ Great room + huge screened porch Large screened enclosed pool 2 Bedroom w/Lott Beach Villas. from affordable • Community Olympic size pool and tennis-low fees • Elevator SANIBEL: LUXURY HOME TO (.239) 47Z-774B to exquisite • Enter to soaring ceilings in great room Wood burning fireplace Seasonal Rates. ; : : ; SAVE THROUGH OWNER! SHARE. Private room and bath. We specialize in • • $2,695,000 acm97) • .:•' $575,000; C103186)••:.: :• v .; $529,000 (102964) I LANDS-END TWO BEDROOM providing prompt, $6 1-800-878-7495 Private dock, heated pool. Carolyn Musgrave MikeMcMurray Lynda Traverso VILLAGE-CONDO Spacious. Short walk to beach and SPRING VACANCY. dependable service. 472-1587 Ruth Hamann or The Gerasins | at restaurants. $675/month. MAXIMUM RENT S550 Licensed and Insured 472-5187x235,236,232 472-5187x243 472-5187 x 250 472-5187x226 South Seas Resort Available now. (239) 472-1261. WHICH IS BASED #CP02-00101 ON INCOME. Thirty years in 2 Bedroom/2 Bath SOUTH SEAS RESORT Finish Carpentry. Luxury Unit APPLICATION PROCESS. Fantastic Gull Views. ANNUAL LEASE ONLY. (239)415-3000 Weekly or Monthly Rentals. GULF-FRONT APARTMENTS & DUPLEX- NO PETS. CAPTIVA AT ITS BEST DISCOUNTS OFF PRIVATE CONTACT SOUTH SEAS RATES LUXURY HOME ES FOR RENT COMMUNITY HOUSING^ Owner (800) 897-0288 AND RESOURCES, INC. PRICE REDUCED E S , ,; „' •