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Volume 18, Number 44 “By Islanders, For Islanders” November 2, 2018 St. Raphael’s Comfort Hall Community Space Dedicated By Gary Mooney the works for roughly 7 months prior [email protected] to the start of the job. The Hall was originally built in the late 1950s and St. Raphael’s Episcopal early 1960s and I think it is fair to say Church at 5601 Williams Drive on that the only maintenance done to it Fort Myers Beach dedicated the since then was minimal, so it had Reverend Dr. C. Alex Comfort Hall far out-served its usefulness.” The on Sunday afternoon, October new kitchen floor is a sand-based 28. The former Parish Hall, after poured liquid to provide a non-slip a $75,000 renovation, will now traction surface. “The contractors simply be known as Comfort Hall. It promise us that the floors in the features a new commercial kitchen kitchen and Comfort Hall will last and floors, with state-of-the-art long after Ross is in Heaven and I Audio-Visual equipment, complete end up who-knows-where,” Pastor with free wi-fi. John related with a hearty laugh! “We started the renovation The renovation serves a in early July,” said Ross Miller, the dual purpose, offered the Pastor: Chairman of the Church Vestry. “We are trying to resurrect the “Our goal was to have it complete congregation and one of the by September 15, and by-and-large ways we are going about that is it was, but we added a few items, by making the physical campus a as well as encountering some more modern, up-to-date, clean delays over electrical and plumbing and welcoming place, and we issues, as those things tend to think this gets us well on the way happen in any major construction to accomplishing that. Second, project. We played it a bit on the we wanted to provide the Fort safe side and are still happy to host Myers Beach community with an the dedication in late October.” appropriate venue for wedding Pastor John Adler said that receptions and business meetings funds for the $75,000 renovation and similar events that had all the came about “as a result of an bells & whistles already in place, St. Raphael parishioners at the Comfort Hall dedication. anonymous donation that was in and now we have a Cont’d pg.19 No Criminal Sunshine Charges SWFL Water Safety Symposium EITA Plans Ethics Complaint Call to Action By Missy Layfield conversations between Ms. [email protected] Gore and Mr. Boback did not By Gary Mooney to Life Flight that whisked her to express decisions, resolutions, [email protected] the hospital. The great news is the The State Attorney office rules, regulations, conclusions or ‘victim’ regained consciousness has declined to file criminal votes on any matters on which A young woman lay and was well on her way to survival. charges related to the Florida foreseeable action by the council unconscious in the Fort Myers This almost-nightmare Sunshine Law against Fort Myers would be taken. Beach Community Pool. Within scenario was, in reality, a Beach Mayor Tracey Gore and “The audio recordings do seconds, a lifeguard swam quickly demonstration for participants of the Council member Dennis Boback not support any “crystallization of to her aid, while pool staff sprang 2018 Southwest Florida Water Safety over a taped conversation they secret decisions” of Ms. Gore and into action, clearing the area and Symposium, a comprehensive had with Chris Patton and others Mr. Boback on matters that the ushering in safety equipment. training and community education on September 13, 2018 at a Fort council would be addressing in the As lifeguards provided CPR and program hosted by Golisano Myers Beach bar. future.” breathing assistance, sirens Children’s Hospital of Southwest Beverley Milligan, Kunasek’s memo stated from the Fort Myers Beach Fire Florida, the Greater Fort Myers Executive Director of the Estero that the legal review was limited Department approached the pool to Beach Chamber of Commerce, Island Taxpayers Association to whether the Sunshine Law was join the rescue. The FMB Fire Department and the (EITA), said that she heard from the violated. “No policy, procedural, With the Fire Department’s Town of Fort Myers Beach Parks & State Attorney office late Friday, or civil issues, including ethics arrival, the Community Pool Recreation Department at the Fort October 26, 2018 that their office violations, outside of the jurisdiction lifeguards continued emergency Myers Beach Community Pool and had determined that no criminal of the SAO are addressed, and measures until transitioning the adjacent Bay Oaks Recreational violation of the Sunshine Law no comment on such matters is victim to Fire Department personnel, Center for roughly 100 registrants had occurred because Gore and intended.” who determined the situation dire on Thursday morning, October 25. Boback did not make a decision at The EITA released a enough to call in Lee County Life Following the second-by-second the bar gathering. statement with their response, Flight. They loaded the woman into lifesaving demonstration, attendees In an October 25 memo, “The Estero Island Taxpayers their emergency transport, moving adjourned to the Bay Oaks Rec Assistant State Attorney Anthony Association (EITA) respects the her to the adjacent baseball field Center to hear experts discuss Kunasek states that there was State Attorney’s decision not to with ample Life Flight landing room. preventative measures to reduce or no Sunshine Law violation. press criminal charges against Fort Another transition occurred on the avoid drownings, especially among ballfield, from the Fire Department children. “The recorded discussions or Myers Beach Town Cont’d pg.20 Cont’d pg.14 Page 2 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news November 2, 2018

Located Behind Publix at Snook Bight Marina Departs From 4765 Estero Blvd. Fort Myers Beach November 2, 2018 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news Page 3 Letters to the Editor

VOTE LISZAK be is one I already chose is to vote for the commissioners that are up for reelection. We have a wonderful fire district with dedicated firefighters On November 6th, residents of Fort Myers Beach and Lee County who have been looking out for us. I think we have one of the best fire de- have a very important decision to make regarding the candidates for FMB partments in the area and we could thank the current board for that. If you Fire Commission. like what we have now and do not want any increases in your taxes then For Seat #3, I’d like to suggest in the strongest terms possible that you should vote for the existing commissioners, Robert Raymond, seat 1 they cast their vote for Jacki Liszak. Carol Morris, seat 3 and Theodore Schindler, C-5. I can’t think of a single person more concerned with this community than Jacki. Her tireless efforts as Executive Director of Fort Myers Donna M Koul Beach’s Chamber of Commerce are something we should all emulate. Fort Myers Beach She truly cares about Fort Myers Beach, its residents, and the success of both. And part of that success relies on safe water, for both our resi- VOTE YES ON 3 dents and our visitors. She was there & spoke on behalf of Fort Myers Beach when noted activist Erin Brockovich came to Fort Myers to lobby Of the 12 amendments on the Florida ballot, one that should be of for safe water. She led the charge in letting those in Tallahassee, as well particular interest to the business community is Amendment 3. as Washington know that our businesses, their employees, our FRIENDS This is a pro-business initiative and has been endorsed by the were suffering economically due to this past summer’s water crisis with Florida Chamber of Commerce. both red tide and blue-green algae. Despite claims by gambling interests, casinos do not grow the Her dedication to clean water now carries through to our Fire De- economic pie. They do not bring in new consumers who, in turn, spread partment and the brave firefighters who stand by waiting to help when the the wealth to surrounding businesses. This is particularly true of the Las alarm bell rings. In order for them to be safe when it comes to putting out Vegas-style resort casinos looking to get a toehold in Florida. fires or rescuing those in need in our waterways and the Gulf, we know Instead, these casinos cannibalize customers from existing busi- that they’re going to need clean water. nesses, be they restaurants, theaters or hotels. Resort casinos are de- I know that I can count on Jacki Liszak to continue the fight for signed to be all-inclusive, one-stop entertainment sites. Their gambling clean water for our courageous men & women in the Fire Department. I profits allow them to undercut competitors’ prices for meals, drinks and know that I can count on Jacki Liszak to work hard to recruit the very best lodging. candidates for our Department. Atlantic City discovered this the hard way. It counted on casinos to And I know you can count on her, too! bolster local businesses. Instead, as reported in the Press of Atlantic City, On November 6th, please vote for Jacki Liszak for Fire Commis- the reverse often proved true: “Before casinos took over the Boardwalk sion Seat #3. and became the focal point of the city’s economy, Atlantic Avenue was the place to be. Restaurants, night spots such as the 500 Club and mom- Keran Farrell and-pop stores once lined the iconic road. Now, the street is a shell of Fort Myers Beach its former self. Restaurants have been replaced by convenience stories, while some storefronts have been shuttered for years.” Imagine setting up a business, investing in it for years, contribut- VOTE FIRE INCUMBENTS ing with other businesses to create a vibrant hub, only to have a casino move in and feed off what you created. If you have not already been to the poles or mailed in your ballots Your voice needs to be heard on casino expansion. Voting for than this article is for you. You have an important decision to make when Amendment 3 ensures it will. you select the three commissioner seats up for election. You can’t vouch for the new candidates who do not have any experience but have very Jonathan Heiland few new ideas that are either impractical or unnecessary. The ideas they Cape Coral have expressed would cost the fire districts money and since that would raise our mileage rates our taxes would increase. Your other option would Letters cont’d pg.4 "Best Seafood, Music & Sunsets Right On Fort Myers Beach"

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Beach Botany Letters to the Editor, Continued by Jim Rodwell VOTE LISZAK better than most the adverse impact our water crisis is having on our region. Our funds are from property I have lived in the same home Fort Myers taxes. Should values drop, then services are sure to Beach for virtually 15 years. Soon after moving here follow. I came to know Jacki Liszak who had a house on the John Bennett served our country 12 years as same block as mine. Over this time I have come to a United States Naval Aviator. John was deployed to know her well and to become aware of her giving atti- multiple combat zones. John was a sworn police of- tude of helping others. ficer in Missouri. John served as a road officer, crime Jacki has a brilliant mind and thinks well be- scene investigator and homicide detective. John’s ex- yond the issue at hand to develop the best approach periences will be an asset. Relocating to FMB, John to things. An example would be her desire to assure has been the operations manager for a local business that our firefighters are using clean water. At first im- directing activities including personnel, budgeting and pulse one might think that they could use the ample marketing. John understands that the job of a fire supply of seawater surrounding us. But throwing that commissioner is fundamentally as a fiduciary of the on a fire could result in our air being filled with toxins organization, that is to exercise care and prudence in from algae, red tide or other things. all financial decisions. GULF CROTON Jacki also recognizes the long term econo- Fire Commissioner Bob Raymond deserves to mies realized by investing in our firefighters and as- be reelected. Bob always has the taxpayer in mind for The Gulf Croton, Croton all of the fire commission’s decisions. Bob has served punctatus, is a herbaceous perennial suring that we employ and retain the top quality peo- that thrives on the beaches in Florida’s ple who can do the job. our community well on town council and as mayor. Gulf and Atlantic counties. The plant I urge everyone to give strong consideration to Bob is open to innovations and improvements in pro- is extremely drought and salt tolerant. Jacki Liszak’s qualifications and serial successes as a cesses and services, provided the reward is appropri- Punctatus is small woody shrub with business person and our public commerce represen- ate to the cost. densely twisting and branching stems. tative. Please join me and elect Bob Raymond, John A stem or two might reach two feet in Bennett and Jacki Liszak to the FMB Fire Commis- height. Ovate leaves are alternate Rich Alexander sion. on the stems. Leaves are one to two Fort Myers Beach inches long and about one inch wide. Ron Fleming Margins are entire. Slivery hairs cover Fort Myers Beach Fire Commissioner Seat 2 the leaves giving Punctatus a silvery white look. VOTE RAYMOND, LISZAK & BENNETT Clusters of small white flowers VOTE LISZAK grow in the leaf axis. Inflorescence Bob Raymond, Jacki Liszak and John Ben- is that of a raceme. Punctatus is nett are the logical, correct candidates for FMB Fire Jacki Liszak is my choice for Fort Myers Beach monoecious in that there are male Commission. As a current fire commissioner, I believe Fire Commission Seat 3. Her goal for the next 4 years and female flowers on the same plant. these 3 qualified candidates will work to refocus the is to advance our department to meet the needs of our Male flowers have ten stamens but do commission’s agenda towards advancing our depart- community. The job of fire commissioner is to select a not have petals. Flowers are not at all ment. Chief Love must be free to develop new policies chief, develop policy and set a budget. The success showy but they are fragrant. Fruit is a (always within budget) to better serve our community of our department the past 3 years is because of our capsule. Blooming occurs all year. as detailed by our 2017 Strategic Plan. FMBFD is chief and firefighters. This species belongs to the very good. We can and must strive to improve. Jacki’s opponent, Carol Morris, has been a Euphorbiaceae (Spurge), family. commissioner for 12 years. During her tenure, two There are 12 species in the Genus Jacki Liszak possesses an inclusive, pro- Croton. I acquired the specimen in the fessional, educated business and community back- chiefs left the district. Both challenged the decision in picture from the Native Plant Society. ground. Jacki has extensive experience in dealing court. One won a settlement, the second is advanc- with the issues facing our community and understands ing its way through Lee County Courts. No reason to November 2, 2018 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news Page 5 Letters, Continued Paint the Beach; Fall Art Show expect a different outcome. After seizing back control as chairperson in 2014, Morris spearheaded the removal of the second. He claims the commission didn’t follow their own contract with him. Hello Judge. Shortly after being recognized by Governor Scott for their work in hurricane shelters, the local FMB CERT group was dissolved during Mor- ris’ tenure as chairperson. When Carol Morris retook the chair, there were 2 chiefs and 2 captains assigned to headquarters. Today there are 5 chiefs. Carol Morris supported and voted to raise our taxes twice since 2015: from 2.50 millage to 2.58 to 2.61. In the Ask the Candidate article in the Island Sand Paper on Octo- ber 19 (where each candidate was asked to explain their top two financial or service goals), Carol Morris stated, “With four more years the current board…can achieve MY goals.” Her goals? What about the community’s goals as detailed in the strategic plan? The FMBFD firefighters union endorses Jacki Liszak. Vote Jacki!

Linda Edson Fort Myers Beach

VOTE SCHINDLER

I have been a FMB resident since 1966 I have known Ted Schin- dler, one of the incumbents, since 2000. He is a highly decorated USAF retired officer who served this country for over 20 years. He is also a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) “Razzle Dazzle” by JoAnn LaPadula will be part of the Art Association’s which makes him extremely qualified for the commissioner post. Ted first Off the Cloud Fall Judged Show Nov 12 – Dec 6. ran 8 years ago when the FMB Fire District was near bankrupt and he The Paint the Beach plein $10. On Sunday, November 18 be- helped lead the district to solvency and new standards. Today the District air art festival, November 1-3, con- ginning at 1pm, a free gallery talk, has set the bar for excellence. Pick any article whether in print or online tinues with a reception, art sale and followed by a reception and awards and you will see accolades and kudos for the dept. Again no need to raffle on Saturday, November 3 ceremony sponsored by Red Coco- change commissioners, because the district in on a steady good course. from 5:30-8:00 p.m. at the Fort My- nut will be held. Vote for Ted, Morris and Raymond. ers Beach Art Association Gallery. A series of four watercolor Appetizers and refreshments will classes will be offered by nationally be served and there will be a dona- known, award winning artist, Cheryl Dan Markle tion bar. Admission is free. Paint the Fausel with beginner and advanced Fort Myers Beach Letters cont’d pg.13 Beach artwork will be available for classes beginning on November sale in the Gallery until November 5. Check www.fortmyersbeacha- 8. rt.com for available classes and The Fall Judged Show, Off workshops. The FMBAA Gallery is Mary Jane Hare the Cloud, will be on exhibit No- located at 3030 Shell Mound Blvd., October 28, 2018 vember 12 -- December 6. National FMB. Call 239-463-3909. The gal- award winning artist, Kathy Durdin, lery is open daily Monday to Satur- Mary Jane Hare passed from this will judge this show and provide a day from 10 -3 pm. Gallery admis- life to the next on Sunday, October 28, demo at the gallery on November sion is free. 2018. 11 at 4pm. Demo admission just Mary Jane, MJ to most, lived in In- diana before moving to Fort Myers Beach in 1986. She owned MJ’s Sub and Pub for 13 years, retiring at age 62. She enjoyed time with family & friends, landscaping and loving on every dog or cat she en- CRAFT BEER countered. She cherished the camarade- rie of being a member of Veteran’s Club FOOD • LIVE MUSIC of America, VFW Auxiliary and Women of the Moose. Mary Jane was born in Lagrange, IN to Charles and Effie John- SATURDAY, NOV. 10 son, who preceded her in death, along with her three brothers Lester Bar- nard, Billy Johnson and Robert Johnson. She leaves behind one brother, NOON - 4:00 PM Charles Johnson (Paula) of Florida and two daughters, Melissa Smith (Ron) of Syracuse, IN and Samantha Vanhook (Butch) of Wawaka, IN. MJ was a proud grandmother to Tiffany, Austin, Daytona, Jordan, Lee, Kevin and Heaven; and great-grandmother to Jayden, Madisyn Jane, Baylee, Brooks, Dawson, Brooklyn, Paul, Kaylee, Matthew and Naci. Friends and family are invited to a Celebration of Life on Wednes- SOULIXER day, November 7, 2018 from 3-8pm at the Moose Lodge, 19090 San Car- WATERFRONT DECK Fan Favorite los Blvd, Fort Myers Beach. Other celebrations will be announced at a Indie Rock & Soul Noon–2:00 PM later date. FEATURING TASTY BITES! SHEENA BROOK Singer/Songwriter & The Voice Contestant 2:00–4:00 PM

Tickets $50 Beneﬁ tting Operation Open Visit MatanzasOnTheBay.com or Arms, a 501(c)3, provides post- stop by the restaurant to purchase! deployment support to military personnel returning from combat The full afternoon of festivities will be on the or foreign duty stations. waterside deck. Rain or shine, the show will go on! Should weather require, live performances 416 Crescent Street will be moved to Petey’s Upper Deck, the restaurant’s upstairs sports bar. Tickets include Fort Myers Beach, FL beer tastings, food offerings and live music. (239) 463-3838 Page 6 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news November 2, 2018 SFWMD MFL Hearing FMB Joins Sanibel, Cape Coral By Gary Mooney Technician, was available for expert [email protected] testimony, though no one called her as a witness. The Town of Fort Myers Following the above Beach brought legal action testimonies, SFWMD attorney against the South Florida Water Jennifer Brown, assisted by Management District (SFWMD) to attorneys Laura Renee Cole and make the State agency increase Laura Scala-Olympic, began their the Minimum Flow Level (MFL) parade of SFWMD employees with during the dry season up from Don Medellin, the MFL principle the proposed 400 cubic-feet-per- scientist with 26 years’ experience second (cfs) rate to at least double who has overseen the program that amount, claiming the potential since 2011. Medellin explained that action will not provide enough the SFWMD decided on the 400cfs freshwater in the dry season. As threshold for the Caloosahatchee a result, Lake Okeechobee will River after conducting 11 public hold too much water when the studies over 8 years. It presented rainy season begins, resulting in these results to the general public heavier than necessary releases over a 2-day hearing that occurred down the Caloosahatchee River, in Fort Myers in 2016, determining leading to the Red Tide and Blue- that this MFL was an appropriate Green Algae crises that decimated freshwater threshold to prevent the Southwest Florida businesses and Dr. Peter Doering testifies at the SFWMD Minimum Flow Level Administrative Hear- estuary from undergoing significant its quality-of-life throughout much ing. PHOTOS BY GARY MOONEY. environmental damage and that a of July through October this year. Springs City Manager, to the stand. Town Manager for the Village of 400cfs violation could ecologically The Cities of Sanibel and Cape Bonita Springs is an “Intervenor” in Estero; David Mintz, President of harm the Caloosahatchee for at Coral joined Fort Myers Beach in the case, meaning it joined the on- the Captiva Community Panel; least two years. the legal action. going litigation, either as a matter Brian Dodson, Dockmaster for the Medellin acknowledged that The Administrative Hearing of right or at the discretion of the City of Fort Myers; and Richard the opposing jurisdictions appealed convened at the SFWMD Lower Court, without the permission of the Thompson, Resource Manager that decision at a September West Coast Service Center at 2301 original litigants. Hunter testified for Fort Myers, provided similar 13 meeting, but stated that “in McGregor Boulevard in Fort Myers that Bonita Springs supports the testimony from their jurisdictions response to public comments, before Administrative Law Judge requested MFL increased figure in support of the requested MFL even when they weren’t supported Francine M. Ffolkes on Monday because its Council and citizens increase. by any scientific reasons, our team and Tuesday, October 29 & 30. are strong proponents of enhanced Joining Rooney on the Joint still evaluated additional science to water quality, a better quality-of- Presentation legal team was Chris try to answer those concerns.” MONDAY, OCTOBER 29 life, and concerns over the 400cfs Tanner, representing the Cities Following Medellin to the release schedule, as advised by its of Sanibel and Cape Coral; Grant stand over the next six hours, The proceedings began, environmental community partners Alley, the Fort Myers City Attorney; offering supporting testimony, were oddly enough, not with the SFWMD and experts. She said the Bonita Ralf Brookes with the Captiva fellow SFWMD employees Dr. Sun or any of the three municipalities Springs Council in August passed Community Panel; and Town Detong, a Senior Environmental that brought the legal action, an Emergency Declaration against co-counsel John Turner of The Scientist; Dr. Amanda Kahn, a but with attorney Derek Rooney, the Red Tide and Blue-Green Algae Peterson Law Group of Fort Myers Senior Environmental Scientist; Dr. representing Bonita Springs, threats. Beach. Rae Burns, the Town’s Cassondra Armstrong, a Science calling Arleen Hunter, the Bonita Kyle Coleman, Assistant Stormwater & Environmental Supervisor; and Jason Godin, from the Caloosahatchee Cont’d pg.21 November 2, 2018 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news Page 7 Kiwanis; Lions Support School Beach School PTO

Kiwanis presents a $5,000 check to Beach School PTO. From left: Kiwanis Club Lions Club members check out some new books in the school library that their member Paula McCarthy, PTO Vice President Chantal Blais, PTO President Shan- donation made possible. From left: PTO President Shannon Orlandini, Lions Club non Orlandini, Kiwanis President Eric Tibbs and Kiwanis Club Member Edward Members: Gregg Maxwell & Shelby Stites, PTO VP Tina Yelle, PTO Treasurer and McCarthy. The FMB Kiwanis meet twice a month. Their next meeting is Nov.9 at Lions Club member Drew Yelle, and seated: Lions members Fran Peters, and Dar- 7:30am at Bonita Bill’s on San Carlos Island. All are welcome. by Doerzbacher. The Beach Lions meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at St. Raphael’s Episcopal Church Comfort Hall at 5601 Williams Dr, FMB. Fortmyersbeachkiwanis.org All are welcome. The Fort Myers Beach Ki- event as well as recognition prior to considering a garden project and a port Beach School. It will be held wanis Club recently presented the and at the event. buddy bench. Feb. 23 at the FMB Woman’s Club. FMB Elementary PTO with a dona- The Fort Myers Beach Li- The FMB community con- Tickets are $50 each and include tion of $5,000, becoming the first ons Club also donated over $1,200 tinues to be generous to the Beach casino games, silent and live auc- Ace Sponsor for their High Rollin’ worth of new books to the Beach School and PTO by supporting the tions, music and raffles. For more on the Beach fundraising event School library this year! Students PTO High Rollin’ on the Beach, information on sponsorship or to to be held February 23, 2019. Ki- are always looking for quality new as well as after school clubs and purchase tickets, please contact wanis has generously donated this and engaging literature and this school enrichment programs that Kristen Love at 719-761-6237 or amount every year to help sup- generous donation has made that couldn’t happen without that com- email [email protected]. port student field trips, enrichment possible. The Lions Club is look- munity support. outings and many other projects. ing for more ways to collaborate High Rollin’ on the Beach is Sponsors receive tickets to the with the PTO going forward and the primary PTO fundraiser to sup- Page 8 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news November 2, 2018 The Year of Apollo KSC Celebrates The Right Stuff By Gary Mooney Lovell to comment that, ‘we went [email protected] looking for the moon and what we discovered was Earth!’” “There is a lot going on with In addition to the Apollo dis- Kennedy Space Center (KSC),” plays, “we will have trading cards said Rebecca Shireman, the Pub- featuring crews, mission objectives lic Relations & Communications and highlights,” said Rebecca, Manager for the KSC Visitor Com- “from the Mercury 7 astronauts on plex at Cape Canaveral, Florida. up, so people can understand that “The biggest program of all are the each flight was important in its own preparations to return humans into right, as building blocks that ulti- space, to the International Space mately led to the moon, and now Station through the Commercial through the current program that Crew Program, with our partners will take us to Mars, because you from SpaceX and Boeing. We are cannot really appreciate the future undergoing rocket testing now, will until you understand the past.” have unmanned ships in space early next year, and hope to trans- ACTUAL ASTRONAUT port crews by June 2019. This will EXPERIENCE literally be a blast to the past, as we are returning to the capsule design Part of that future is the new through the Space Launch Sys- “Astronaut Training Experience tem (SLS), rather than the space Center” sponsored by Lockheed shuttle. This is generating a lot of Martin. “This Visitor Complex inter- interest, as the goal of the SLS is to active display for ages 10 & up al- eventually catapult us to Mars.” lows you to personally experience While the SLS is the future, what it is like to train and work in the KSC will soon commemorate a zero-gravity environment, and is the biggest achievement yet of the just the coolest thing,” raved Re- National Aeronautics & Space Ad- becca! “We developed this in coop- ministration (NASA) – the 50th an- eration with our astronauts, based niversary of Apollo 11 landing on on their real-life training. One high- the moon, on July 20, 1969! “Our light is the ‘Spacewalk Training celebration is called ‘Year of Apol- Chair,’ where you work with tools lo,’ with multiple events throughout and equipment like you would on 2019,” Rebecca related. “We have The Kennedy Space Center at Cape Canaveral offers a look into past and future space travel. the International Space Station, so one of the last three Saturn V rock- it is fun and educational, developed The “Year of Apollo” ac- Christmas Eve 1968, and the stun- ets that at 360 feet remains the specifically from the actual astro- tually kicks off in late 2018, when ning photograph, ‘Earthrise,’ that is largest ever launched into space, naut experience.” NASA pays tribute to Apollo 8, the one of the most iconic of all time, though the SLS will be comparable Rebecca speaks with first- first manned spacecraft to leave by astronaut William Anders, where in size and more powerful. Every- hand knowledge: “I have been in low Earth orbit, then orbit the moon mankind got our first view of our thing will be interactive, to appeal to the ‘Spacewalk Training Chair,’” and return safely. “People remem- complete world from outer space, younger generations who don’t re- she said with a huge ber Apollo 8 for two reasons,” Re- causing fellow crewmember Jim Cont’d pg.10 member the excitement of that era becca stated. “Commander Frank but want to connect to the magic of Borman read from ‘The Book of that time, when we actually landed Genesis’ while circling the moon on human beings on the moon!” November 2, 2018 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news Page 9 Editorial

LAST CALL: VOTE!

Elections are an interesting and enlightening aspect of American democracy. Years ago, voters went en masse to their voting precinct and voted on Election Day. “Absentee” ballots were available if you could explain why you wouldn’t be able to vote on Election Day. It’s a new day in American elections and has been for a while. This Election Day, like the 2016 General Election, Lee County is headed toward a majority of ballots being cast before Election Day. As of November 1, 38.8% of registered Lee County voters have already voted – a pretty decent turnout, with three days of Early Voting and five days of mail delivery of Vote by Mail ballots left. In Fort Myers Beach precincts, 1,966 voters have already cast ballots, which is about 40% of registered voters. In 2016, a Presidential Election year, just 23% of ballots in Lee County were cast on Election Day; 30% during Early Your Hometown Newspaper for over 18 years Voting and 47% by Mail-In Voting. In that election, Lee County had a 78.5% turnout, high by recent standards. Could that level of voting participation persist into a Mid-Term Election? The number of ballots already turned in seems to say yes. Bob Layfield, Publisher [email protected] Regardless of your party affiliation or your candidate You must first have a lot of patience to learn to have patience. pick, high voter turnout should be the goal of every American. Stanislaw J. Lec Voting should be easy, convenient and encouraged. Every- where. Sadly that is not the case in every voting precinct in Missy Layfield, Editor the United States. Subtle and not-so-subtle efforts to limit vot- [email protected] ing by certain neighborhoods or ethnic minorities continue in A censor is a man who knows more than he thinks you ought to. 2018. Dodge City, Kansas, with a 60% Latino population, has Granville Hicks a single polling place for over 13,000 registered voters and it’s difficult to reach by public transit. The average Kansas poll- Mike Buster, Circulation Manager ing place serves 1,200 voters. Whatever the reason or motiva- c/o [email protected] tion, the result is disenfranchisement of eligible voters. That is Imagination is more important than knowledge... Albert Einstein un-American. Despite the high early turnout, campaigns are leaving Mark List, Production Manager nothing to chance. Last weekend a volunteer knocked on my [email protected] door, asking if I’d voted yet. Then she asked if I minded telling To acquire knowledge, one must study; but to acquire wisdom, her if I had voted for her candidate. I did mind. Is nothing sa- one must observe. Marilyn vos Savant cred anymore? The secret ballot is one of the cornerstones of democratic elections. And some happy marriages and peace- Sarah List, Photographer ful family gatherings. You do not have to tell anyone how you Passion makes the world go round. Love just makes it a safer voted, nor is any candidate given access to how you voted. place. Ice T Election records include which elections you voted in, but not who you voted for. Your vote remains known only to you and it’s your choice to share or not. Sandy Sandness, Advertising Despite the canvasser’s poor choice of questions, the [email protected] fact that someone cared enough to canvas my neighborhood Call on God, but row away from the rocks. Indian Proverb the weekend before an election shows that the country’s election lethargy, as shown by decades-long low participation, Gary Mooney, Lead Writer seems to have surely turned a corner. [email protected] Everyone has heard, “Elections have consequences.” I took a speed reading course and read ‘War and Peace’ in Winners and losers know that. Now the entire country knows twenty minutes. It involves Russia. Woody Allen it. 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Islanders are invited to submit original articles and photos for publication. Publication is based on available space, relevance and quality. The Sand Paper uses artistic license for humor and to amuse its readers. Missy Layfield Nothing contained in this publication is intended to embarrass or offend anyone. COPYRIGHT 2000-2018 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Editor No parts of this newspaper may be copied or reproduced without the written permission of The Island Sand Paper. Page 10 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news November 2, 2018 The Year of Apollo KSC Celebrates The Right Stuff, Cont’d from pg.8 grin! “Even though it is authentic, friends visiting. One of the most fun you don’t need to worry about be- things is the ‘Kinetic Light Show’ ing dizzy or uncomfortable, so have that is interactive and amazing.” fun with it. You quickly understand the challenges of working outside LIFE-CHANGING MOMENT Earth’s gravity, even with simple things like brushing your teeth, If you prefer being almost a combing your hair or exercising, part of the show, there is nothing like so it is great to undergo that kind personally witnessing a launch, and of space exploration, especially for the KSC provides you two options: kids. We hope this inspires younger “There is ‘Rocket Launch Viewing’ generations to join the space pro- at the Visitor Complex, as well as gram, if not as astronauts, then as from the Cape Canaveral Air Force engineers and scientists and flight Station,” Rebecca related. “Not directors. We need all those oc- only are these the closest possible cupations to make it to Mars, as it places to view a launch, but they takes thousands of people behind have all the ‘creature comforts,’ the scenes to make these dreams such as restrooms, air conditioning, reality.” concessions and souvenirs, as well While Mars is still a few de- as transportation to these restricted cades away, enjoy your “Holidays areas. Once you see a launch up- in Space” this year. “Our annual close, it is a life-changing moment!” ‘Holidays in Space’ is from Decem- Another option is a KSC Bus Tour: ber 14 through January 5,” Rebec- “People sometimes think of bus ca reminded. “It is wonderful for the tours as boring, but we take you entire family, especially this time of inside the restricted areas, to be- The actual Space Shuttle Atlantis is a highlight of a KSC visit. year when people have family or hind-the-scenes places like the SpaceX facilities, launch pads and the iconic Vehicle Assembly Build- ing that is literally larger than life. If you want a more personal program, however, the popular ‘Lunch With An Astronaut’ is for you! In addition to a delicious buffet, you spend time and take photographs with an actual astronaut, learning their first-hand stories and career inspirations. When they speak, you often see the light bulb go on for the children, when they realize that one day this could be them.” For Rebecca, the best part about the KSC “is when I see and listen to all the different generations who visit. People recall where they were when John Glenn went into orbit or Neil Armstrong landed on the moon or when the shuttles first launched. A telling moment is often when folks see the Space Shuttle Atlantis, and they recall Challeng- er and Columbia and tear up, and you can’t help but get a tear in your eye.” For those yet to visit the KSC, or haven’t for years, Rebecca encourages you to come soon. “We have so many cool attractions you can literally reach out and touch, rather than artifacts behind a glass wall. I am often amazed and sad- dened by people who live in Florida for 20 or more years and have not experienced us. Even if it has only been five years since your last trip, it will stun you how different the KSC is today. This time of year is perfect to visit, as the weather is cooler and so many people have guests coming into town. Make sure you spend an entire day with us, as there is so much to do. Remember we are an easy 45-minute drive from Orlando, so if you are going to any of those attractions, include us as well. The Kennedy Space Center is affordable, offers something for the entire family, and will keep your spirit of exploration alive!” For information, pricing and reservations, call 1-855-433- 4210 or see KennedySpaceCenter. com. It is located, east of Orlando on State Route 405 at Kennedy Space Center, FL, 32899 and open 365-days-a-year hours from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., seasonally to 8 p.m. November 2, 2018 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news Page 11 Historical Speaker Series EIHS at the Beach Library

The Estero Island Historic Society Monday, February 11, 2019, 7 pm ta Fe College. His presenta- (EIHS) has planned a treasure trove Craig Pittman tion will show that Florida’s of presentations for the coming “Oh, Florida!” To some people, springs are not only unique season. They invite all with an inter- it’s a paradise. To others, it’s a in their size and number; they est in history to join them. All EIHS punchline* are also emblematic of a for- Public Meetings are held at the Fort gotten Florida, a mysterious Myers Beach Public Library, 2755 Since 1998, Craig has covered frontier that once stirred the Estero Blvd., in the Community environmental issues for the Tam- national imagination. Room on the 3rd floor. Public meet- pa Bay Times. He’s the co-author ings are free of charge and open to of Paving Paradise: Florida’s Van- Monday, April 8, 2019, 7 the public. Donations are welcome. ishing Wetlands. In this piquant pre- pm This season, five of their programs sentation, Craig will recount some Eliot Kleinberg are presented in conjunction with of the wilder stories from Florida’s Florida in the Civil War? the Fort Myers Beach Library and history and culture, but also how Believe it!* the Florida Humanities Council. Florida has affected life throughout the United States. Eliot Kleinberg has spent nearly four decades as a re- Monday, November 19, 7 pm tragedy of its governor, the veter- porter, including more than a quar- Dr. Caren Neile Monday, March 11, 2019, 7 pm ans who founded many Florida cit- ter-century at The Palm Beach A Grab Bag of Dr. Tom Berson ies and how some people are still Post in West Palm Beach. He will Old Florida Stories* The History and Significance fighting the war. of Florida’s Springs* detail how Florida was the third Dr. Neile will entertain and inform state to secede from the Union, *Program sponsored by the Flori- with true tales from our state’s past. Dr. Berson has taught Florida and and played a much more strategic da Humanities Council with funds From the Barefoot Mailman to Ad- Environmental history classes at role than most history books let on. from the Florida Department of dison Mizner and the Ashley Gang, Stetson University and currently Learn about Florida’s role in the State, Division of Cultural Affairs old Florida history is brimming with teaches American History at San- blockade, its critical battles, the and the Florida Council on Arts fascinating characters and memo- rable events. You’ll enjoy lively in- terpretations of some better-known Florida tales, as well as others you may not yet have encountered.

Saturday, December 8, 2018 EIHS Open House and Bake Sale 2 - 4 pm at the Historic Cottage and Annex 161 Bay Road, Ft Myers Beach

Join members of the Estero Is- land Historic Society to mingle and celebrate the holiday season at the annual Holiday Open House. Purchase fresh baked goods, sip punch and view the festive decorations adorning the cottage. Every- one is welcome to partake in some historic-themed holiday cheer. Do- nations of baked goods are most welcome.

January 14, 2019, 7 pm - Special presentation Dr. Kevin McCarthy The Lighthouses of Florida

A professor, Linguistics expert and author of 67 books (40 of them about Florida), Dr. Kevin McCarthy was a member of the English De- partment at the University of Flori- da from 1969 - 2005. He also taught in the Peace Corps in Turkey, as a Fulbright Professor in Lebanon and as a Fulbright Professor in Saudi Arabia. For 18 years he served as Executive Director of the Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Society.

January 25, 10:30 am Gary Mormino The Ten Foods that Define Florida*

Gary is a frequent contributor to the Tampa Bay Times and is the author of Land of Sunshine, State of Dreams: A Social History of Mod- ern Florida. He teaches a class in food history at the University of South Florida and is writing a book on Florida foodways. His humor- ous, palate-pleasing presentation will explore the most iconic foods that define the Sunshine State. Page 12 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news November 2, 2018 Matanzas Craft Beer Fest Benefits Operation Open Arms on ESPN, and in 2005, a US Army Arm’s PTSD treatment is unique, Brewhouse, Palm City Brewing, Forward Scout back from Iraq on a so is its fundraising! “Events like and Point Ybel Brewing Company. two-week leave approached me in the ‘Craft Beer Fest’ are crucial “The entertainment will be a St. James City pub while I wait- to us, as donations from these as cool as the beer,” Tony enthused, ed on a To-Go order, asking where programs keep us going,” stated “with Soulixer from Noon to 2 p.m., he could catch just one fish while Captain Bunch “We are the rare and Sheena Brook from 2 to 4 p.m. he was home. At that moment, all I 501(c)3 charity that does not have Soulixer is one of the most popu- could remember was when I arrived a paid staff, and since I run it from lar bands on Fort Myers Beach, back in the US from Vietnam in the my house, we don’t even have with a crazy mix of indie rock and 1970s and three protesters spit on utility bills! Since ‘Operation Open soul, while Sheena is already an By Gary Mooney my uniform, and I swore I would Arms’ is 100% volunteer, 100% of island legend from ‘The Voice’ just [email protected] one day do something to ‘pay them its donations go directly to military a little while back.” In addition to Matanzas on the Bay will back!’ Soldiers and veterans were personnel with PTSD. We do not cold brews and hot entertainment, host an “Operation Open Arms” so hated back then, as baby killers, solicit funds via telephone, mail, guests will enjoy delicious food and (OOA) fundraiser, “Matanzas Craft rather than receiving love and re- email, radio, TV, standing at an in- numerous prize drawings, with all Beer Fest on the Bay,” at 416 Cres- spect, so I wanted to find a way to tersection holding a bucket or at a proceeds to Operation Open Arms. cent Street on Saturday, November help them today, so I founded ‘Op- grocery store ringing a bell, or by “You couldn’t enjoy a more beautiful 10, from Noon to 4 p.m. Tickets are eration Open Arms.’” carrier pigeon, nor will we ever add location on the water than Matan- $50-per-person, including access your name to a database for future zas on The Bay,” related Tony, “but to craft beer, food & music. 3,918 & COUNTING solicitations! What Matanzas on the in the unlikely event of inclement “Matanzas on The Bay al- Bay does is a credit to Tony and the weather, the fundraiser moves in- ready enjoyed a successful re- Today, OOA is a huge suc- restaurant owners, because they side to ‘Petey’s Upper Deck,’ our lationship with ‘Operation Open cess: “Over the past 14 years, we donate 100% of the profit, and that upstairs sports bar.” Arms’ prior to me joining the restau- have assisted 3,918 United States is so generous and unbelievable.” rant a few years ago,” related Gen- troops while raising $16.4 million, THE MORE THE MERRIER! eral Manager Tony Coppolino. “For “explained Captain Bunch. “We several Memorial Days, we hosted are the only organization in the US Tony explained the transi- ‘Bluegrass, Brew & BBQ’ then last where troops who served this nation between the fundraiser con- year had ‘Wine on The Waterfront.’ tion overseas and returned home cepts. “The ‘Bluegrass BBQ’ was ‘Operation Open Arms’ is such a with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder on Memorial Day and the weather great charity, nobody receives a (PTSD) can call us, and within one was just too hot. Last year’s ‘Wine salary, and all proceeds benefit our day will be speaking with a coun- on the Waterfront’ was wonderful, local population of servicemen and selor. What makes OOA unique is but it was a high-end evening event women, so it is a perfect partner- our method of counseling. Rather with limited tickets, a high price tag, ship for us.” than being in a doctor’s office with a and wines from around the world. “I never intended to start a sterile setting and couch and diplo- Over the past year, I became pleas- charity,” related Captain John “Gid- mas on the wall, we get you out on antly surprised to learn how many dyup” Bunch, the OOA founder and a boat, in nature, in a relaxed en- local breweries there are in South- Executive Director who served in vironment, surrounded by dolphins, west Florida, so I thought a local the United States Marine Corps birds, and the beauty of Southwest restaurant benefiting a local chari- from 1969 to 1976. “I was a 2nd Florida. This is an atmosphere that For the “Craft Beer Fest,” ty with other local businesses was Lieutenant when I came out, and is totally conducive to putting these Matanzas on the Bay is partner- ideal. The ‘Craft Beer Fest’ allows am now a Captain, as well as a men and women at ease, to really ing with 5 local breweries: Bone the fundraiser to be more casual, fishing boat captain, so I am a Dou- open up.” Hook Brewing Company, Fort My- the price is affordable, and we don’t ble Captain! I hosted fishing shows While Operation Open ers Brewing Company, Momentum have to limit tickets, so we encour-

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Letters, Continued from pg.5

VOTE LISZAK, BENNETT & CRITSER

Elections for the Fort Myers Beach Fire Board of Com- missioners are right around the corner. I want to give you an opinion of your local firefighters. I have been with the fire department for 13 years. I have seen good times and bad times. We are making good strides with the Union and Fire Chief working hand in hand to overcome the troubles and mismanagement of the past. We are in need of a breath of fresh air so we may continue to make improvements to better serve you, our public. We ask for you to give us this chance by making changes to our Fire Board. Again, as one of your firefighters and a representative for your firefighters, elect Jacki Liszak, John Bennett, and For- rest Critser. Help us so we may better serve you.

Todd Williamson FMB Firefighter District 3 Union Representative

VOTE FOR LISZAK

There is one clear leader in our election-Jacki Liszak. age everyone to come raiser, Captain Bunch ‘Operation Open Arms,’ Jacki saved the fireworks on the island by energizing on out – the more the will present one of OOA’s I was a famous fishing the community and raising tens of thousands of dollars from merrier! We hope to raise rare and prestigious “Cir- boat captain, with three everyone. As the Chamber of Commerce president, she has in- $5,000 for OOA, so enjoy cle of Honor Medallions” shows on ESPN and creased membership and captained them through the econom- fantastic local craft beer to a pre-selected guest. numerous appearances ic hardship caused by red tide. She didn’t stop with the business and music, help our local “We have only awarded on other national media, servicemen and women roughly 80 of these over so I thought pretty high- owners... she initiated the tip the bill challenge and organized who did so much for us the past 14 years,” he ly of myself! Then I en- the Harry Chapin mobile food pantry to help local workers and and have a great time!” related. “The only peo- countered that first sol- their families. Tickets can be ple who receive one are dier who needed help in She hasn’t stopped there. Jacki continues the fight for purchased in advance at those who never say ‘No,’ 2005, and now I am hum- clean water. She has spoken alongside Erin Brockovich and Matanzas on the Bay, on- contribute 105% and do bled by each and every has represented the island speaking to numerous local, state line at www.Matanzason- extraordinary work for one of those 3,918 troops and federal leaders. theBay.com or on-site OOA.” we have been able to as- I am proud to call her a friend and we all be fortunate to the day of the fundraiser. The most reward- sist. Because of OOA, I call her fire commissioner this Tuesday. Vote for Jacki Liszak. To make a tax-deductible ing part of the OOA expe- am truly a changed and donation to OOA, mail rience for Captain Bunch better human being, be- Pat Duclos your check to P.O. Box is that “I now have six cause God chose me for 101, Saint James City, little ‘giddyups’ who have this.” Fort Myers Beach Florida, 33956; or go to my name as their middle operationopenarms.org. name, and that is such During the fund- an honor to me! Prior to Page 14 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news November 2, 2018 SWFL Water Safety Symposium Call to Action, Cont’d from pg.1 is if you are an experienced him to Lee Memorial Hospital. They swimmer, you are drown-proof stabilized him enough to transport but no one is drown-proof, with him to Golisano Children’s Hospital, the very young and the very old at where he went into cardiac arrest the greatest risk, and the fastest for the third time. Blake remained growing demographic are five years in the Intensive Care Unit for the of age and under.” next 42 days, 16 on a breathing Chief Martin reminded the machine. Our hopes and dreams audience that “almost all drownings and aspirations for Blake now have are preventable, simply by using completely changed. He gets better common sense. Don’t dive in every day but still requires 10 to unless you know you have at least 15 weekly therapy sessions plus 9 feet of safe water. Avoid alcohol doctor’s appointments to keep him while swimming or boating. Don’t healthy.” text or use your cell phone while With many in the room supervising children. Horseplay clearly moved by her story, Sutor may seem like fun but it can end in said that “we have been through tragedy, often in your own backyard. something no family should ever When boating, wear United States endure, with more stress than most Coast Guard approved safety families can make it through. What devices and let people know where happened to us was preventable, you are going. No one likes to and no child should have to go think about bad things, but connect through what this child goes through the dots to hazard recognition, as each and every day!” The FMB Community Pool lifeguards demonstrate their lifesaving skills. common sense goes a long way!” Trina Sutor of the Blake A FRACTION OF A SECOND THE GREAT Sutor Water Safety Foundation had “Safety begins with us all,” began MISCONCEPTION the most personal and emotional Dr. Carmen Garcia, from moderator Melody Desilets of message, as she discussed the Golisano Children’s Hospital, said, Golisano Children’s Hospital of Fort Myers Beach Fire near-fatal drowning of her young “Drownings are one of the most SWF. “Fortunately, the rescue Department Executive Assistant son, Blake, who still deals with difficult things I deal with in the today was only a demonstration, Fire Chief of Life Safety & Support medical repercussions from the Emergency Room, and many do but unfortunately it happens all Services Ron Martin called incident. “When Blake was born not turn out the way we hope. It too often in real life. As the only the Water Safety Seminar “so in 2008, we had huge hopes and is a very tragic incident that can full-service Children’s Hospital important because Florida is a dreams of what that little boy change not only the life of the child between Tampa and Miami, we are water enthusiast’s paradise, with would become. We had an above- but the whole family. Remember ready at all times to care for our too- miles of sandy beaches and inland ground swimming pool but not the the word ‘drowning’ does not imply precious patients, but what we will waterways! Whether you are a knowledge to keep our family safe. the outcome; like a heart attack, talk about today is what to do so we swimmer, jet skier or scuba diver, On April 22, 2010, I found Blake you can die, survive or survive do not have to take care of them in there is something for you in our at the bottom of our pool, grabbed with problems. Drowning is the the first place, with the information state. Unfortunately, between our him, and stated screaming, with my leading cause of death for children and confidence to save lives and beaches, waterways and backyard husband taking his lifeless body under the age of 5 and second for prevent tragedies.” pools, we lead the nation in from my hands. We called 911 but those under 19. While medicine drownings, so water safety affects instead rushed him ourselves to has become good at fixing a lot everyone. The great misconception our local fire department, where the of things, we are not so good at ambulance met us and transported November 2, 2018 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news Page 15 SWFL Water Safety Symposium Call to Action, Cont’d from pg.14 meet the minimum rules does not mean you should not do more to make them safer. Think ahead, with an emergency plan in place, and teach it to everybody.” CALL TO ACTION Sally Krusher of Safe Kids Southwest Florida spoke last, thanking all who came before her, as well as the audience, saying, “Safety is a team effort; without it, safety is not possible. Build on the momentum from everything you learned today. Let’s give every kid the change to grow up, as drowning is a problem we can fix! If we all take these steps, we can make this go away.” She advised attendees to implement layers of protection. “Never leave a child around a pool unattended. Instruct babysitters about potential hazards. Select a designated ‘Water Lee County Life Flight prepares to land on the Bay Oaks softball field. Photos by Gary Mooney. Watcher’ to oversee the children, like you would a ‘Designated Driver,’ and have them stay within fixing the brain, as the lack of oxygen from ensure all have the safety components, such as an arm’s reach of the kids. If you have a Pool drowning can lead to irreversible neurological fences, gates, safety equipment, handrails, and or Birthday Party, hire a lifeguard. Make sure problems and significant financial burdens for ladders. If you slip on the deck and hit your head, children have swim lessons as early as possible. families. Drowning can occur in as little as 2 that can be a tragedy. We check to make sure Install pool barriers and have all necessary safety inches of water, in just a fraction of a second. there is nothing on the bottom of a pool to which equipment. Teach your children how to call 911, Most backyard pool drownings occur within your hair or bathing suit can get stuck. There as adults can have water-related accidents. the first 6 months of the child being exposed are 48 things we monitor in every inspection, Learn CPR and emergency techniques. Wear to that environment, often due to inadequate as a minor hazard you think is not so bad can a lifejacket – it is important! Drowning is year- supervision, meaning that prevention is the most deteriorate into something horrible pretty quick. round, and adults as well as children drown, so important thing, to keep it from happening in the Communication is the key, to ensure something don’t be reactive but proactive.” For details see first place, so focus on prevention, supervision, you can fix in five minutes does not become a www.SafeKidsSouthwest.org. education and make sure children receive swim significant issue, as it is human nature to take In conclusion, Desilets thanked Tuckaway lessons as young as possible.” little things for granted.” For more information, Café and The Doghouse for the complimentary Taylor Brown, an Environmental see lee.floridahealth.gov breakfast and lunch respectively, before saying, Supervisor II for the Florida Department of Health Holli Martin of Heidrick and Company “Today is really a call to action, because it is (DOH), Lee County, said they “conduct routine Insurance & Risk Management stated that her everybody’s responsibility to work together to annual inspections of 2000 public pools twice- firm covers private homes, hotels, yacht clubs, prevent childhood and adult drownings. We live a-year, working hand-in-hand with the Building water sports operations and property managers. in Paradise so let’s enjoy it but enjoy it safely!” Department, as the DOH must permit all pools, to “Pools at all these locations are an attractive nuisance, but still a nuisance. Just because you

FMB Fire Department personnel transition the drowning victim to the Life Flight crew. Page 16 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news November 2, 2018 Library Treasures By Dr Leroy Hommerding Beach Library Director

purpose requires knowing when to honor traditions and when to let go of that which no longer serves properly. Having to decide between the historic family home in Charles- ton, South Carolina and the beach The Broken Road written and read Running (New Fiction HOF) by house on the Isle of Palms creates by Richard Paul Evans is available Cara Hoffman is the story of the complex introspection and forges in New Audio Fiction (EVA). Chi- tender human side of life’s criminal pathways to new traditions. cago is the metropolis where the outsiders. The story takes place USA’s famous eight state, Route in Athens Greece where the “run- The River House by Carla Neg- 66 begins. Author Richard Paul ners” are individuals who entrap gers (New Fiction NEG also, New Evans rediscovers and records a tourists from buses and trains and Large Print Fiction NEG) is a con- mythical protaganist’s relationship persuade them to stay at hotels/ temporary romance novel inspired to this legendary road. Why would brothels in order to get a kick back by the human desire to create the a successful business man fake from the establishments in order comforts of life. The day to day his death and choose to walk a two to survive. With so many problems pleasures of settling down in a thousand plus mile road? Pick up and issues, running is often their cozy family home on the banks of this audio at the library and find out only option and morphs into an in- a charming river town is the idyllic along the way. A six hour storytime grained way of life. Expect a story setting for this story. Party planning is in store with accompaniment by that moves you in both positive and proves to be an awesome career the very relaxing and enchanting negative ways. choice for many meets and greets voice of the author. and to rekindle past love. Author Beach House Reunion (New Fic- Carla Neggers’s picturesque back- In the ten hour Audio Book, In the tion - MON) is the fifth book in au- drop of the quintessential small Midst of Winter by Isabel Allende thor Mary Alice Monroe’s Beach town, Swift River Valley is the per- a New Audio (ALL) the characters House Series. Discovering life’s fect natural setting. are at times read by three narrators

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Library Treasures, Cont’d from prev. pg. instead of one. A reflection on the with reflective deadpan humor pull the library and be the first person to forms. The book includes a reveal- limitations of facing a lone old age you into his life story. If you choose check out this amazing story. ing collection of ten microscopic in a Brooklyn neighborhood creates to try the Playaway format to en- color photographs that allows us to a story of introspection and an anal- joy this story you will be treated Friends Divided: John Adams examine some of these unfamiliar ysis of how solitary lives are experi- to David Sedaris’ endearing tones and Thomas Jefferson. (New creatures such as bacteria, amoe- enced. Winter’s bitterness and cold with his character voice impres- Large Print Nonfiction - 973.309 bas, diatoms and algae. This is a force the characters to create more sions and colloquialisms. David’s WOO and New Adult Nonfiction - practical way for children to un- restrictive solitary defenses. It takes biographical unabridged story time US History Revolution Wood) is derstand why some water is good extreme and unexpected weather plays for almost 7 hours. There are Gordon S. Wood’s latest book, a quality and some water is unsafe. to bring the characters together into ten books written by David Sedaris double biography for true American an inner circle of kindness, warmth in the Beach Library collection, all Revolution history lovers. and even love. available for check out. The book includes 20 images of rare early American Calypso Print Book (BIO SEDAR- Chod Area Historical and Pres- paintings, mostly portrai- IS) and a Playaway Audiobook ent by Josef Nejdl (New Adult Non- ture. Wood compares and (921 SED) by David Sedaris is a fiction) Travel Europe Czech) This contrasts their upbringing, personal memoir documenting the full color photographic travel book political views and leader- high and lows of a large family of was a gift from the Czech Republic ship styles. Together they adult siblings embracing or possibly ambassadors that visited Fort My- founded a deep comradery just facing middle age. His siblings ers Beach in February 2018. The while forming a young na- and parents are both warm and text is written in three languages tion and creating The Dec- practical, whether they are being Czech, English and German. The laration of Independence. pulled together or pulled apart. The historical maps and many colorful wonderment and unsolved mys- images reflect the richness of Bo- Tiny Life in a Puddle teries of familial tragedy combined hemia past and present. Come visit (J-Nature Animals Early) by Bobbi Early is a young child’s introduction to microscopic aquatic life and a timely educational re- minder about water quality. Water Everyday Science Experiments is teeming with many varieties of in the Backyard (J-Science Hart- active protist (microorganism) life zog) by John Daniel Hartzog is about discovering the wonder of science in your own habitat. The methods introduced help children find new interests in familiar places. There are eight activities and inspiration for future insights. Have you ever tried “going on” a micro hike? Are you curious as to why the sky is blue? One of the activities teaches a fun way to identify tree names by leaf and bark. This is a practical way to introduce observation and the collection of knowledge through research. Page 18 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news November 2, 2018 Estero Boulevard Update side from Madera to Dakota Ave- nue. Waterline installation requires pumps to remove water from the trench that must run 24-hours-a- day and unfortunately can be noisy. The pumps move as the pipe installation progresses. “We are getting ready to begin construction on the nine Seg- ment 3 outfalls,” said Kaye, “as the permitting is complete. Four of the outfalls are paid exclusively by Lee County and five are joint outfalls, co-funded by Fort Myers Beach. The Town will install waterlines first on Madera Road, then Driftwood Lane, with their crews putting in the outfalls as well. We staked in the Right-of-Way so you can see if there is anything you need to remove prior to the work, though we will take care of items like mailbox- Segment 2 map from Lovers Lane to Strandview. es and driveway pavers. The other two County outfalls, on CurIew By Gary Mooney we will extend the wall further south on the side of safety, so if one-lane and Ibis Streets, will begin later, as [email protected] from Hibiscus to Strandview (near traffic with flagging becomes a ne- they do not receive new waterlines. Newton Park). The concrete wall cessity, we will not hesitate to im- The five joint outfalls start later in A long time ago, in a galaxy is a necessity because of the sig- plement it.” the project as well, at Aberdeen far, far away, the reFRESH Estero nificant difference in elevation be- Avenue, Dakota Avenue, Glenview Boulevard Projects were on the tip tween the lanes under construction SEGMENT 3 Manor Drive, Lazy Way, and Mound of everyone’s tongue! Then came that can be as much as several Road, with all these to be complete Red Tide, Blue-Green Algae, the feet.” While work continues on by the end of 2019.” devastating loss of business and Construction is underway Segment 2 to Strandview Avenue, When the construction employee incomes, Harry Chapin in the last two narrow sections re- preparations are well underway for crews work on sidestreets, they do Food Bank trucks, environmental maining on Estero Boulevard – Segment 3 that continues to Alba- their best to avoid removing any discussions and forums and a mul- near the Red Coconut RV Park and tross Street, including the installa- trees, “but sometimes we have to,” titude of issues related to our water quality. Meanwhile the road and water projects went on. “I don’t want to say that people forgot about Estero Boulevard over the Summer,” reported Kaye Molnar of Cella Molnar & Associ- ates, spokesperson for the projects. “While water quality and its corresponding problems put us on the backburner, now that the water is improving and seasonals are returning, I bet we start receiving more attention again, even though construction kept humming along that entire time.” Estero Boulevard Segment 2 work continues from Lovers Lane to Strandview Avenue. The concrete barrier wall, to allow crews to install the center lane stormwater drainage system, will remain up Strandview to Albatross – Segment 3. Maps courtesy of Print Shop Ink at its current location, from Lovers Lane to roughly Bay Mar Drive, into season. “Fortunately, unlike previ- from Avenida Pescadora to Sterling tion of sanitary sewer force mains. Kaye sympathized. “When you see ous wall installations, this has sev- Avenue. “We are doing this nar- Town waterline crews are placing the staking and notices, this is to eral breaks for traffic and pedestri- row section now,” Kaye said, “to do in the water mains on both sides let everyone know what is happen- ans, as the center stormwater drain that before the peak of season. We of Estero Boulevard from Madera ing, so if you have any questions, lane in these gaps does not require know that Town Council recently Road to Lanark Avenue as well as please contact me as soon as you brick pavers,” Kaye explained. received a request to reinstate one- making the sidestreet connections. can, so we can help you make it From Hibiscus Drive to lane traffic with flagging for safety Workers are installing 10-inch and through the construction as easi- Strandview Avenue, crews will re- considerations, but there are 5-foot 16-inch water mains on the beach ly as possible.” For more informa- build the northbound lane and pour sidewalks on either side, along with side from Bayland Road to Ster- tion see www.reFRESHFMBeach. the sidewalk and curb on the bay 10-foot travel lanes, with temporary ling Avenue, starting at Lazy Way com or contact Cella Molnar & As- side, with this expected to be com- paving and 65 feet of Right-of-Way, and moving north to Avenida Pes- sociates, Inc., at 239-337-1071 or plete by early November. “Unfortu- so we do not think that will be nec- cadora, along with completing wa- [email protected]. nately,” Kaye added, “this means essary. We do, however, always err ter service connections on the bay

Center lane stormwater drainage construction continues near the Red Coconut RV Park, requiring the continued use of the concrete barrier wall. Photo by Gary Mooney. November 2, 2018 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news Page 19 St. Raphael’s Comfort Hall Community Space Dedicated, Cont’d from pg.1

The Comfort Hall renovation includes a new full-service kitchen with a slip-resistant sand-based poured floor. full-service kitchen and Audio- not only from St. Raphael’s but necessary. Shrimp Dinners feature recently made it to a service, after Visual capabilities, along with the entire island, and ministered to all the fresh Pink Gulf Shrimp you trying to find us on two previous anything else you would need in every single person, so he became can eat at Comfort Hall, along with occasions. If you can find the Publix one spot for a successful event. a fixture to all on Fort Myers Beach. homemade baked beans, cole slaw, Supermarket on the island, you can Remember as well that we have Coincidentally, for the section of our cornbread, dessert, beer, wine, get to us! We are three blocks south the only stage on the entire island! church meant to provide friendship and soda. The dinners continue on of Publix, and you turn toward the Per our regulations, however, we and companionship, ‘Comfort’ is a the first Saturday of each month bay side onto Williams Drive. Take cannot rent out the facility, so it is perfect name!” While the Comfort through April. “Right now, we expect the first right and simply drive the available via a donation.” Hall title is correct, St. Raphael’s somewhere between 150 to 175 short distance that leads you right Comfort Hall is open to the has yet to acquire a new official folks,” said Pastor John, “but that to St. Raphael’s.” general public Tuesdays through sign. grows to as many as 350 people in Pastor John can already Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. While work on Comfort Hall Season.” tell “how much our parishioners “Reservations are not necessary,” is complete, Ross said that is just St. Raphael’s offers church enjoy the renovation, not only by emphasized Pastor John, “though the tip of the St. Raphael renovation services Sundays and Wednesdays the happy looks on their faces, but we would accept a donation. Use iceberg. “We have a ‘Wish List’ and it at 10 a.m. Pastor John emphasized by the ‘Ohhs & Ahhs’ you hear the the wi-fi, enjoy a cup of coffee, and is extensive. We need new signage how easy it is to locate St. Raphael’s. first time they see it. Not only is it join in on the fellowship.” and there is the old classroom that “We constantly struggle with the a physical transformation of the Pastor John is already we use as a gathering space, and it fact that we are not in a high-profile building, but a mental one as well. seeing a positive return on the needs quite a bit of work, including spot right on Estero Boulevard, That is important, as we continue renovation investment. “Even new cabinets. The Parish House but are back here in the Williams to breathe new life into our growing though it is just recently complete, requires upgrading, along with Drive neighborhood. A woman to congregation.” and we are still in the early stages of exterior work and landscaping, and whom I have been giving spiritual coming out of the summer season, a bunch of other things that need direction to for over 20 years finally we are witnessing an uptick in to be done. You know how it goes church attendance, and that is the with old buildings; the minute that main reason why we are here – the you finish one project, you discover opportunity to share God’s word two more!” with more people – and we are now “People have been so beginning to be able to do that, generous to us, so we remain so we are definitely moving in the hopeful,” Pastor John related. “That right direction. I hope that once we generosity is already underway. reach the peak of visitation season, With Comfort Hall done, another we can see from 125 to 150 people person recently came forward with at our worship services, and go up a $3,000 donation to help us to from there in upcoming years.” upgrade the church sound system, but we need roughly another $5,000 COMFORT HALL more before we can begin that APTLY NAMED work. I firmly believe, however, that she would not have come to us with The inspiration for the that if it were not for the Comfort moniker of the former Parish Hall Hall improvements, as people like is the late Reverend Dr. C. Alex to contribute to projects they see Comfort. “He was the Pastor at St. moving along in a positive manner. Raphael’s for most of the 1950s This is just another example of and 1960s, so for almost 20 years,” God’s blessings to us.” explained Pastor John. “Those who knew him describe Dr. Comfort as OHHS & AHHS! a large man, both physically and spiritually. He lived here in the parish Both Adler and Miller house, was well-liked by everyone, reminded everyone that the and was an old-school priest, church’s Monthly Shrimp Dinners meaning he went to the big hospital begin this Saturday, November 3, every day, scanned the registration from 5 to 7 p.m. The cost is $20-per- book, and saw who was admitted, person, with no reservations Pastor John Adler dedicates the Reverend Dr. C. Alex Comfort Hall. Photos by Gary Mooney. Page 20 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news November 2, 2018 No Criminal Sunshine Charges EITA Plans Ethics Complaint, Cont’d from pg.1 Council Mayor Tracey Gore and Council, Gore and Boback are councilman Dennis Boback based two of five votes on any decision on our respect for the Sunshine council makes regarding the Patton Law. lawsuits. The Town Attorney has “EITA has consulted with indicated that the lawsuits will our attorneys and the EITA Board. be vigorously defended. TPI has We are prepared to file an ethics joined the defense. complaint based on the deeply A closed council meeting on concerning conversation of our the Patton lawsuits on September high-ranking representatives 24 lasted about 10 minutes, though secretly committing to strategize what happened in that meeting is with a plaintiff of two lawsuits that not subject to Sunshine Law Open were filed against their Town to halt Records requests until the lawsuits a significant resort construction are finished. project. The same one the two Gore and Boback insist that unanimously approved 5-0 months they did and said nothing wrong. before.” Through her attorney, Gore notified On September 13, 2018, both EITA and the Island Sand Gore and Boback were part of a Paper on September 21, 2018 that group at a local bar that included, she intended to file a defamation among others, Chris Patton, the lawsuit claiming, “Your statement Fort Myers Beach resident who that my client is acting unethically has filed two lawsuits against by supporting a legal action against the Town of Fort Myers Beach the Town of Fort Myers Beach is challenging Town Council’s defamatory on its face.” No lawsuit approval of the TPI-FMB project, has been filed to date against EITA now known as Margaritaville FMB. or the Island Sand Paper. During their conversation, they The Island Sand Paper were heard to discuss, among again reached out to Gore and other topics, the lawsuits, TPI Mayor Tracey Gore (right), Council member Dennis Boback and Chris Patton at Boback last Friday for their reaction and Tom Torgerson, Chairman September 13 bar gathering discuss Patton’s lawsuit. Photo provided. to the State Attorney’s decision, of TPI Hospitality, the company given to the EITA and then passed The EITA statement as well as whether they have any that plans to build and operate along to the State Attorney to see if concludes: “Mayor Gore and concerns about possible civil or the Margaritaville Resort. The the conversation was a violation of Councilman Boback, two of the ethics charges. We also asked if conversation included numerous the Sunshine Law. A copy was also town’s most powerful city officials, they support the Town or Patton topics, including a confirmation provided to the Island Sand Paper, can spin the conversation any way in the lawsuits and if they are from Patton’s husband that Lani as reported in the September 21 and they want but the tapes speak for considering recusing themselves Kai owner Robert Conidaris is the September 28 issues. The EITA has themselves, and so does their clear from decisions regarding the Patton force behind Patton’s lawsuits. Part now released the three audiotapes, disregard for process, decency vs. Town lawsuits. The Sand Paper of their conversation was taped by totaling about 40 minutes. They are and standards. When it comes has not received any response as EITA member Leah Gregg, who available at fortmyersbeach.news to Fort Myers Beach, EITA will do of Thursday morning. noticed the conversation included with this article. whatever is necessary to protect There’s little chance of Town business, took a photo and The EITA statement asserts our community from corruption. It this controversy fading away, now sat down near them to record the that the tapes reveal that Boback is what the people of Fort Myers that the EITA is pursuing an ethics conversation. The memo from ASA and Gore have betrayed the trust of Beach richly deserve. We step up complaint. Kunasek also indicates that the the community. In addition they say every day and it’s time for Mayor “Just because it is not recording was not a violation of any the tapes include Gore “proclaiming Gore and Councilman Boback to criminal doesn’t mean it wasn’t law. dislike toward specific council step down for better representation wrong,” Milligan said. members, community members of our community, to restore our ETHICS COMPLAINT and the town attorneys” and vowing democracy and to improve our to vote based solely on her wishes economic stability.” Those audiotapes were rather than those of the community. As members of Town

voting for it. Because you know what? There’s protect our neighborhood. Even though I took 6,000 people here…and only 100 people in myself out of our neighborhood to try to do the THE TAPES (council chambers).” whole island.”

NOTABLE PASSAGES At 2:19 Boback brings up the TPI hearing and At about 5:00 a conversation begins that includes There are about 40 minutes on three recordings Bob Conidaris speaking at it. references to “TPI” and “conform to the code” from the September 13 gathering available on and “go back to the town for rezoning.” At 8:33, our website. Notable passages are indicated At 4:10 Gore says she’s been encouraging Gore states, “I honestly feel like I wasted almost with their time from the beginning of the tape. people to contact and support Chris Patton. three years of my life because of that moron.” Tape 57 is almost 8 minutes long. At 6:33, Gore At 6:24 Patton asks Gore if she should attend At 9:07, Boback reminds Gore of the number of declares, “Sanibel is not better than us!” At 6:38 council meetings and Gore tells her no, “because ordinances that council has passed, more than she says that she prefers the Sanibel-type of what you’re doing is not a council thing.” Boback previous councils. The conversation then turns visitor. “We want a better clientele here,” she then says, “We can’t talk about it,” and Gore to the town’s attorneys and how Gore voted says as she relays a conversation she had with reprimands him, “You didn’t just tell her that!” on whether to retain them or hire a new town Marty Harrity, former Sanibel councilmember Boback later states, “I’m not gonna stop talking attorney. and one of the owners of The Whale. “I live to her.” here,” said Gore. “I’d rather have yours – you At 11:35 Tucker Patton states that Conidaris is live on Sanibel. I want your people to come to At 8:03, Tucker Patton says, “All that anybody backing Patton’s lawsuits. “Chris stood up and MY island. More money, better houses.“ ever wanted him to do was just God damn, somebody grabbed her. One of the attorneys do it according to code.” Boback responds, grabbed her for Conidaris.” To which Boback Tape 32 is about 17 minutes long. At the “Otherwise we could have got them down…” in replied, ‘She has standing (to sue). Conidaris beginning, Gore discusses Council member apparent reference to the TPI hearing. doesn’t have standing. Conidaris couldn’t sue.” Joanne Shamp’s advice: ‘Keep your friends close and your enemies closer.’ Gore said she Tape 55, is roughly 15 minutes long. At 3:42 At 12:17 Chris Patton talks about the amount doesn’t understand why she’d do that. “Why Gore again mentions diplomacy as a member of support she’s received regarding the lawsuit, would I want to be close to him? I don’t care of Town Council. “When all these people tried to saying she hasn’t heard anything critical of the what they’re thinking.” At 0:44, Gore commented make me pull myself in and be more diplomatic. lawsuit except in the Sand Paper. Gore then on others’ encouragement to be ‘diplomatic’: I broke out of that finally, last month. I feel so mentioned letters from Ceel Spuhler and Miffie “Everybody was like you have to watch yourself, much better. Believe me, If I’m going to jail, I’m Greer and dismissed them as “Anita (Cereceda) you can’t be you, Tracey. You gotta be more, going to jail.” Patton brings up the lawsuit and people.” like, diplomatic. And I was trying for a while. says she isn’t supposed to talk about it and Gore And I feel real uncomfortable. And ever since I responds, “I don’t care, I might quit and join you.” At 14:40 Patton tells Gore she is their “only stopped doing that, and I went back to being me, hope.” Gore states she’s not sure “if I’m going to I feel so much better. I’m doing a good job. I feel At 4:12, Gore voices regret at voting in the make it to the end.” Patton begs her to stay. To better.” interest of the whole island, presumably in which Gore replies “Well, let’s get together and regard to TPI. “I took myself out of my own work on a strategy.” Patton agrees, adding, “If I At 1:33 Gore states that she will vote as she neighborhood, to do what’s best for the island. feel a shift, I’ll need some help.” Gore responds, wants, regardless of what the community wants. And I f***ed my own neighborhood. And so now, “I got you.” “Even if the entire world, everybody there, wants nobody backs me up, in my own neighborhood, something I don’t want, if I don’t like it, I ain’t for anything…nobody on my council, when it comes to our neighborhood, backs me up, to November 2, 2018 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news Page 21 SFWMD MFL Hearing FMB Joins Sanibel, Cape Coral, Cont’d from pg.6 River Estuary Hydrology Modeling comradery with Judge Ffolkes! waste time in the laboratory, so we seasonality were included in the Operations Division. Each Dr. Doering testified that get out in the estuary frequently determination, with Doering saying presented strong testimony for the SFWMD conducted numerous and actually see how the water it was not. the MFL 400cfs recommendation, Caloosahatchee River tests to changes during various events, to Following Doering, SFWMD rested though they seemed less sure determine how salinity levels in know what is going on, and that is its case. Tanner called Dr. Anthony when under the intense and particular affected various habitats important. It gives an impression of Janicki of Janicki Environmental, detailed cross examination from such as grasses and blue crabs, water quality this is different from with Dr. Janicki stated he worked on Tanner in particular. Judge Ffolkes along with corresponding MFLs to the monthly water samples.” Dr. determining MFLs for other sectors then adjourned Monday’s session determine the amount of water to Doering said that the various test of the State. He said the amount just before 6:30 p.m., after 9-1/2 release from Lake Okeechobee results fell within a range of 293 of freshwater rainfall delivered hours. in the dry season, to establish to 457 cfs, resulting in a medium into a watershed varies over time, the healthiest possible conditions average of 400cfs, making this the and this was not included in the TUESDAY, OCTOBER 30 in the Caloosahatchee from the recommended MFL. SFWMD MFL that he can see, S-79 Franklin Lock to the river’s Upon cross-examination, Dr. stating that the District should have Judge Ffolkes reconvened mouth near Fort Myers. “Once Doering defined MFL as the included additional considerations the Administrative Hearing on we established the relationship minimum flow level at which further into its modeling. He felt as well that Tuesday at 9 a.m. The day’s between the freshwater flow and water withdrawals would cause SFWMD overstated the importance principle witness was Dr. Peter dry season, the objective was to harm to water resources and the of salinity in establishing the Doering, called by the SFWMD determine the effects of low flow on ecology of the area, and stated recommendation of 400cfs, saying to begin the session. Dr. Doering water quality parameters.” that a violation would be a 30-day that “there is a lot of noise in that. retired from the SFWMD in July He described how the average flow below 400cfs or a The issue I have is that it contains 2017, after almost 23 years as SFWMD piloted a boat from the salinity at the Fort Myers monitoring both flow and salinity.” an Administrator. Doering proved S-79 Lock to the river’s mouth, station lower than 10 parts-per- Shortly thereafter, the Administrative to be the star SFWMD witness, collecting data in real time, while thousand within a 365-day period. Hearing came to an end at 3:37 answering their attorney’s questions using GPS to determine the boat’s He said that salinity is a traditional p.m. Judge Ffolkes stated that the in great detail, grudgingly providing exact position in the river to merge indicator to determine how much hearing transcript will be filed by curt responses to the City and the information, saying “what is nice ocean water and freshwater are Friday, December 7, and she would Town attorneys, and establishing a about this is it is rapid, and you don’t in the system. Tanner inquired if issue her ruling shortly thereafter. Clydesdales Visit Fort Myers Beach

The world-famous Clydesdale hitch and wagon make their way down Estero Blvd. A Dalmatian accompanies every hitch team, another part of the Clydesdale tradi- PHOTO BY SARAH LIST. tion. PHOTO COURTESY OF TOWN OF FORT MYERS BEACH PARKS & REC DEPT.

The 8-horse hitch takes a break on 1st Street near Nervous Nellie’s and Matanzas Holding the Town of Fort Myers Beach banner are Bay Oaks’ Sarah Mayher (left) on the Bay. PHOTO COURTESY OF FMB PARKS & REC DEPT. and Danielle Felton (right) PHOTO COURTESY OF FMB PARKS & REC DEPT.

The Budweiser Clydesdales created quite a stir on Fort Myers wagon and distinctive horses passed by. The visit was coordinated Beach Saturday afternoon, October 27, as the eight-horse hitch by The Town of Fort Myers Beach Bay Oaks Recreation Center and and Budweiser beer wagon made their way from Bay Oaks to the Budweiser. downtown area. People stopped to smile and wave as the familiar Page 22 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news November 2, 2018

PAINT THE BEACH Raphael’s Episcopal Church, and antiques. Free to show; free Don’t miss the free Reception and 5601 Williams Dr. on SA Nov 3 to look. Live music, prizes and fun! Awards Presentation at the FMB from 5-7pm. All you can eat GULF For more information and registra- Art Association Gallery, 3030 Shell shrimp, homemade cole slaw, tion visit MyParrotKey.com or call November 2018 FREE Mound Rd, FMB, on SA Nov 3 baked beans & cornbread. Soda 239-463-3257. from 5-8pm. Artwork available for included. Beer and wine tickets purchase at reception and at gal- available. No reservations needed. BOOK FAIR lery through Nov 8. $20/per person. Beach Elementary School is holding its Annual Book Fair Nov 5-9. MORNING MEANDER ARTISTS & ARTISANS All Islanders can participate by or- Join an experienced Bird Patrol Shell Point Retirement Village will dering books online from now until Guide in Lakes Park, 7330 Gladio- host their annual Artists & Artisans Nov 16 at www.scholastic.com/bf/ lus Dr, Fort Myers, on SA Nov 3 at Holiday Bazaar at Shell Point on fmbschool Each purchase benefits 8am for Morning Meander, an easy Nov 2 & 3 at the Village Church at the school Media Center. walk along clear paths with an Shell Point. Talented Shell Point opportunity to see birds in native residents put their time and talents A Daily Guide to Fun on the Beach vegetation. Lakes Park is a birding into creating items that run the A Publication of FortMyersBeach.news hot spot and crucial nesting area gamut from textile & paper to wood for many birds. Wear comfortable & ceramic, as well as specialty CHAPEL CRAFT SALE shoes and dress to be outside. Christmas decorations and holiday Chapel by the Sea will hold their Bring water, sunscreen and bin- cared. Cash and check only. annual 2-day Craft & Rummage oculars. For more information call Sale on Nov 2 & 3. Shop for gen- 239-533-7580 or 533-7576. CAR SHOW tly-used treasures, handcrafted Parrot Key Caribbean Grill hosts goods & home goods. Open FR SHRIMP DINNER two car shows each month, on the Nov 2 from 8am-1pm and S Nov Enjoy our area’s finest delica- 1st and 3rd MO from Nov. through 3 from 9am -1pm at 100 Chapel cy, Gulf Pink Shrimp, at the first April. Next show Nov 5 from St..239-463-3173. monthly Shrimp Dinner of the 4-7pm. Stop by to see some cool season, offered at Historic St. hot rods, classic cars, corvettes

CAR SHOW & COOKOUT The Knights of Columbus will host their second annual Veterans Day Car Show & Cookout on SA Nov 10 from 11am - 1pm in the As- cension Church parking lot, 6025 Estero Blvd, FMB. Bring your car to show or just come to stroll the grounds and see some awesome cars. Free to show; free to look. Veterans and First Responders eat free with ID. To reserve your car slot or for more information, call Billy 239-823-4525.

BUCKINGHAM AIRFIELD TOUR Celebrate Veteran’s Day early with a free, guided history walk on SA Nov 10 from 8-10am at Wild Tur- key Strand Preserve, 11901 Rod & Gun Club Rd, Fort Myers. This Want to test your smarts & win prizes? 2-mile walk guided by historian Tuesday nights are trivia night at Jim Zbick from the SWFL Military Museum & Library will include Fish-Tale Waterfront Dining beginning at 7:00 pm. remnant structures from the Buck- ingham Army Airfield Flexible Gun- Join us in the Tiki Bar for all the fun! nery School, a training base used during WWII. The tour will take visitors through pine flat woods LOCAL’S NIGHT and cypress swamp that is now a is the place to be on Wednesday nights! Conservation 20/20 preserve. Part of the tour is ADA-accessible. Tour Join us for half-priced drinks and $6 Marina Bites, and parking are free, but advance along with our regular menu from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. reservations are required by calling 239-204-1125. Bring water, hat, Bring your friends, meet your neighbors and enjoy a night of fun! sunscreen and camera and wear closed toe shoes.

BUNCHE BEACH BIRDS Now serving breakfast on Saturdays and Sundays from 8:00 am – 11:00 am. On SA Nov 10 beginning at 7:30am, enjoy beautiful Bunche Happy Hour from 11:00 am – 6:00 pm daily Beach, an excellent birding site with a Bird Patrol Guide. Bunche is an excellent spot for both migrant Fish-Tale Marina and resident waders and shore- Behind Santini Marina Plaza birds working the mudflats at low tide. Also warblers, waterfowl and raptors. Free with paid parking ($2/ 7225 Estero Boulevard hour) For more info call 707-3015.

(239) 747-6500 MEDICARE HELP Medicare health insurance and www.FishTaleDining.com drug plans can change each year. November 2, 2018 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news Page 23

The Medicare Open Enrollment a bagged lunch and enjoy good See what the latest water testing Tour period runs only until Dec. 7. Ex- company and great bridge. Cost: results are by using these links: WE Nov 7 –11am–Shell Mound perts from SHINE (Serving Health $5/non-members, $3/mem- Lee VCB: bit.ly/LeeRT Tour; 2pm – Guided Museum Tour Insurance Needs of Elders) will bers. Proceeds support community SCCF Reports: bit.ly/RiverStatus TH Nov 8 – 9am-Mangroves by be available at Chapel by the Sea activities. Lee County Algae Status: Kayak Tour on TU, Nov 13 from 10am-3pm. leegov.com/waterqualityinfo FR Nov 9 – 4:30pm – Sunset No appointment needed, but bring BEACH KIWANIS CLUB Kayak Tour your Medicare card and a list of The Fort Myers Beach Kiwanis SA Nov 10 –10am – Wild Art; drugs with dosage info. SHINE Club invites anyone interested in 11am & 2pm – Shell Mound Tour; provides free and unbiased infor- supporting the community to join 1pm – Guided Museum Tour; mation about Medicare and Med- them for breakfast on FR Nov 9 at icaid. 7:30 am or lunch on FR, Nov 16 LOVERS KEY STATE PARK at noon at Bonita Bill’s. The Beach Guided nature programs are SENIOR SOFTBALL Kiwanis Club supports the commu- offered in the park. All programs Want to get outside and have nity by donating the proceeds from require registration, are free with some fun? Join the slow pitch soft- their Thrift Store, located at the in- park entry and take place at 10am. ball group for ages 50+ that gath- tersection of Pine Ridge Road and To register call 239-463-4588. Up- ers at the Bay Oaks field every TU Summerlin Road, to local commu- coming programs include: and TH at 10am. No glove need- nity charities such as: Golisano ed. Men & women welcome. Let’s Children’s Hospital, local student MOUND HOUSE TU Nov 6 – Manatees have some fun! Questions? Call scholarships, Beach Elementary The oldest standing structure on WE Nov 7 – Sensational Sharks Ed 248-891-8848 School, Little League, Beach Soc- Fort Myers Beach with a histori- FR Nov 9 – Walk on the Wild Side cer, Needy Families, God’s Table, cal museum inside and beautiful TU Nov 13 – Fishing Clinic SPAGHETTI DINNERS Swim Lessons and others. All are grounds outside including an Chapel by the Sea Presbyterian welcome to attend their meetings observation pier, kayak launch and BEACH LIBRARY Church has postponed its monthly or visit fortmyersbeachkiwanis.org amazing back bay views. Grounds Stop by and visit our award-win- Spaghetti Dinners until January for more information. open sunrise to sunset. Museum ning Beach Library. Browse the 12, 2019. They encourage church is open TU, WE & SA from 9am- library’s many collections, use the members and the Island commu- TOYS FOR KIDS 4pm. Located at 451 Connecticut computers, visit the Friends Used nity to support local restaurants, Mark your calendar now for the an- St. with overflow parking at 216 Bookstore or the artwork on the which have experienced difficulties nual Toys for Kids, formerly held at Connecticut. Call for exact times 3rd floor. The Library is open MO- during this Summer due to the red the Beach Pub. This Island event, on kayak tours, costs, reservations FR 9am-5pm and SA 9am-1pm. tide. Kitchen renovations are also marking the beginning of the holi- and additional information. 239- Closed Nov 12 and 22. 239-765- being completed. Find updates on day season for many an Islander, 765-0865. Upcoming programs 8162. Upcoming programs include: atwww.chapelbts.org or on Face- will be held at the Shamrock Irish include: book. Support Island businesses! Pub on SU Nov 18 from 1-6pm. TU Nov 6, 10:30am Market Up- They will collect new, unwrapped SA Nov 3 –9:30a-12:45pm Mound date & Year End Tax Planning BRIDGE toys for local kids. There will also Key Boat Tour; 10am – Shell WE Nov 7, 10:30am Windows 10, The Woman’s Club of FMB invites be raffles, silent auctions, 50/50 Mound Tour; 2pm – Guided Tour Pre-register; 1:30pm Film “The all bridge players to join them raffles, plus Pulled Pork by Robbie TU Nov 6 –9am – Beach Walk at Sapphires” Pre-register every TU & FR from 9:30am to and Live Music by Play Dead from Newton Park (beach conditions TH Nov 8, 10:30am Avoiding 2:30pm for a day of social bridge, 1-5pm. permitting); 11am & 2pm – Shell Alzheimer’s Players rotate throughout the day Mound Tour; 1pm Guided Museum competing in six rounds. Bring WATER QUALITY LINKS

Government Meetings

MON, 11/5 9:00AM TOWN COUNCIL

THURS, 11/8 9:00AM COUNCIL MANAGMENT & PLANNING MEETING

ALL MEETINGS TAKE PLACE IN TOWN HALL, 2525 ESTERO BLVD, FORT MYERS BEACH UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. MEETING TIMES ARE ACCURATE AS OF PRESS TIME. TOWN MEETINGS CAN BE CONFIRMED AT FMBGOV.COM. Page 24 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news November 2, 2018

Mother: “How was school today, Patrick?” Patrick: “It was really great mum! Today we made explosives!” Mother: “Ooh, they do very fancy stuff with you these days. And what will you do at school tomorrow?” Patrick: “What school?”

Father: Son this time, you have to score 90% marks in your exams. Son: No father I’ll score 100% marks. Father: Why are you kidding? Son: Who started?

Teacher: “I killed a person.” Tell me this sentence in future tense. Student: In future tense, “You will go to jail.” November 2, 2018 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news Page 25

WHAT IS COMMUNITY COMICS Each week I draw a cartoon and put it up on my FB page (Mark List) on Saturday morning, and ask all my FB friends to contribute captions for the cartoon. I also ask that everyone vote for the ones they think are the funniest. The ones with the most Likes by Monday or Tuesday get printed in the funnies pages that week. We do it simply for the fun of it.

“Bro I said we should pick up some strays — *hic* — but not like this..” Melissa Schneider

“I missed “Cats” on Broadway but a cheap bottle of wine a flashlight and my crazy imagination and suddenly, IT’s SHOWTIME at The Alley Cat Theater.” Eric M. Huntsman

“Ahh, so what are you gonna’ tell your wife, the cat ate your shoes?” Steve Lutke

“Please take us home Tom and Jerry!” Tracy Jones Page 26 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news November 2, 2018 November 2, 2018 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news Page 27 Water Conditions FMB October 31, 2018

By Missy Layfield [email protected]

Red Tide: The mid-week October 31, 2018 Florida Fish & Wildlife Red Tide Report showed varying concentrations of Red Tide from Pinellas to Collier counties. Karenia brevis cell concentrations generally increased from central Pinellas to northern Lee counties. High levels (>1,000,000 cells/liter) were detected in and/or offshore of Pinellas, Hillsborough, Manatee and Sarasota counties. Medium (>100,000 - 1 million cells/ liter) were seen in the same counties plus Charlotte and northern Lee counties. Other testing sites in Lee County showed Background (0- 1,000 cells/liter) to Very Low (>1,000-10,000cells/liter) K. Brevis concentrations. No fish kills were reported in Lee County but some respiratory irritation was reported in Lee County during the past week. The Sanibel Sea School found low to medium levels of K.brevis on east Sanibel beaches this week. On Oct 24 Lynn Hall Park and Estero Bay tested as Not Present, while Lovers Key State Park tested as Background. Medium levels were found on Oct 22 at Cayo Pelau, 2 miles south of Charlotte Harbor, and Boca Grande Pass in Lee County.

Blue-Green Algae: According to the October 30 Caloosahatchee River and Estuary Report, Cyanobacteria blooms persist in Lake Okeechobee October 31, 2018 FWC Red Tide map. Courtesy of FWC and in the upstream Caloosahatchee. Residents and visitors are urged to check the latest water quality reports: Lee VCB: bit.ly/LeeRT Summary: Cyanobacteria blooms persist in the Caloosahatchee River. SCCF Reports: bit.ly/RiverStatus Red Tide levels have increased over the past two weeks and are now at Lee County Algae Status: leegov.com/waterqualityinfo Background to Medium levels, with the Medium levels at northern Lee locations.

The Print Shop Ink has moved to 19221 San Carlos Blvd! Between Sunnylands Trailer Court and the Sunoco gas station! Watch for our signs! 239-463-7744 [email protected] Page 28 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news November 2, 2018 Sunny Beaches & Cold Beer! BEACH CLASSIFIEDS HELP WANTED HANDY MAN THEBEACH BAR PART-TIME CHURCH AUDIO VISUAL OPERATOR HANDYMAN SERVICES Exp. with analog & digital sound Ft. Myers Beach mixers, video cameras & basic video For Small HOME REPAIRS editing. Working knowledge of Pow- erPoint. Must have strong organiza- Call EMMY tional & communications skills & be THE HOME DOCTOR able to troubleshoot under pressure. Be available for Sunday & Holiday 239-233-2587 worship services, concerts, wed- dings & funerals. Avg. 5 hours/wk off season; more Jan – Easter. 1668 I Street • Ft. Myers Beach Send resume w/qualifying exp, refer- PEST CONTROL 239-765-6102 ences, contact information, availabil- Mon-Fri 10am to10pm ity and compensation requirements A Better Bugman LLC Seven Days a Week via email to: [email protected], Live Music 2pm to 6pm mail to: Chapel by the Sea, Box A Full Service Tuesday through Sunday 2997, Ft. Myers Beach, FL 33932 or call 239-463-3173 ext. 26. Pest Control Company Residential & Commercial BEACH CLASSIFEDS MOSQUITO + SPIDERS CONTROL PROGRAMS $20 / WEEK Call Today for $60 / 4 WEEKS FREE Estimate. Phone: 239-454-BUGS(2847) 239-463-4461 Fax: 239-415-BUGS(2847)

Tides • Matanzas Pass • Ft. Myers Beach

Day High Tide Height Sunrise Moon Time % Moon /Low Time Feet Sunset Visible

F 2 Low 2:40 AM 1.7 7:38 AM Rise 2:27 AM 37 Water Contacts 2 High 8:50 AM 2.6 6:45 PM Set 3:46 PM Governor Rick Scott, 850-488-7146 2 Low 3:41 PM 0.4 2 High 10:58 PM 2.3 Sa 3 Low 3:58 AM 1.3 7:39 AM Rise 3:30 AM 26 Florida Senators for Lee County: 3 High 10:20 AM 2.6 6:44 PM Set 4:27 PM Lizbeth Benacquisto (27), 239-338-2570 3 Low 4:29 PM 0.6 Kathleen Passidomo (28), 239-417-6205 3 High 11:22 PM 2.4 Denise Grimsley (26), 863-386-6016 Su 4 Low 3:57 AM 0.9 6:39 AM Rise 3:31 AM 17 4 High 10:32 AM 2.6 5:44 PM Set 4:07 PM Florida House Representatives for Lee County: 4 Low 4:08 PM 0.7 4 High 10:44 PM 2.7 Ray Rodrigues (76), 239-433-6501 M 5 Low 4:46 AM 0.5 6:40 AM Rise 4:32 AM 9 Dane Eagle (77), 239-772-1291 5 High 11:33 AM 2.4 5:43 PM Set 4:45 PM Heather Fitzenhagen (78), 239-533-2440 5 Low 4:41 PM 1.0 5 High 11:05 PM 2.8 U.S. Senator Bill Nelson, 202-224-5274 Tu 6 Low 5:31 AM 0.2 6:41 AM Rise 5:31 AM 4 6 High 12:28 PM 2.3 5:42 PM Set 5:24 PM U.S. Senator Marco Rubio, 202-224-3041 6 Low 5:09 PM 1.2 6 High 11:27 PM 2.9 W 7 Low 6:12 AM 0.0 6:41 AM Rise 6:31 AM 0 U.S. Representative Francis Rooney (19), 7 High 1:18 PM 2.2 5:42 PM Set 6:04 PM 239-573-5837 7 Low 5:33 PM 1.5 7 High 11:50 PM 3.0 U.S. Representative Thomas Rooney (17), Th 8 Low 6:51 AM -0.1 6:42 AM Rise 7:29 AM 0 941-575-9101 8 High 2:05 PM 2.1 5:41 PM Set 6:46 PM 8 Low 5:56 PM 1.6 F 9 High 12:14 AM 3.2 6:43 AM Rise 8:27 AM 1 South Florida Water Management District 9 Low 7:29 AM -0.2 5:41 PM Set 7:31 PM Federico Fernandez [email protected] 9 High 2:53 PM 2.1 Rick Barber (Lee County) [email protected] 9 Low 6:19 PM 1.6 Jaime Weisinger (Lee County) [email protected] For all tides go to www.saltwatertides.com For additional contact information visit lee.vote and select Elected Officials November 2, 2018 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news Page 29 PUZZLE ANSWERS Page 30 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news November 2, 2018 Zombies Crawl on FMB

Mary Winner, joined by Jo & Mark List, entertain the zombie crowd at Zombie Keri Hendry Weeg mixes with the regular clientele at Petey’s during the Petey’s Upper Deck. PHOTO BY SARAH LIST. Zombie Crawl. PHOTO BY SARAH LIST.

Visitors from the soon-to-be-frozen north, participated in the FMB Zombie Crawl. Zombies must always remember to stay well-hydrated. PHOTO BY MEGAN HANSON. PHOTO BY MEGAN HANSON. Every October as All Hallow’s Eve approaches, zombies rise from the Winner with some help from Jo and Mark List, and then for some nour- dead to seek out the living, even on Fort Myers Beach. Last Saturday, ishment before heading out to other pubs in the downtown area. Zombie October 27, Fort Myers Beach drew a crowd of zombies, both locals and Crawl donations this year raised over $100 for Beach Elementary School. visitors, who gathered first at Petey’s Upper Deck for some music by Mary November 2, 2018 The Island Sand Paper FortMyersBeach.news Page 31 WHO’S PLAYING WHERE ON AND AROUND THE BEACH

CLUB FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY

CASTAWAYS Santini Marina Plaza WAYWARD SOULS BACKLASH ELECTRIC LIPSTICK 8-12PM 8-MIDNIGHT 8-MIDNIGHT 463-4644

COTTAGE ROGER YOUNG 4-7PM ACUSTIC FIRE 4-7PM STEVE FARST CHRIS CASDIA 4-7 Gulfshore Grill JOHN PAUL DUO 4-7PM 4-7PM KELLY NEFF 4-7PM CHARLIE MOON 4-7PM STEVE FARST TROUBLEMAKERS 9-1 TROUBLEMAKERS 3 CROOKED STEPS BAD BANDITOS 9PM-1AM STEVE FARST 9-1 NEW VINYLS 765-5440 9PM-1AM 9-1AM 9PM-1AM 9PM-1AM

DIXIE FISH CO. Fisherman’s Wharf MARK WESLEY SOME LITTLE FISH AARON SEYFFERTH TEQUILA TOM JEFF LYONS BOBBY BLAKEY 5:30PM-9:30PM 5:30PM-9:30PM 4PM 5:30PM 5:30-8:30PM 5:30PM 233-8837

DOC FORDS 708 Fishermans Whf. KAPO KINGS GEORGE NEIL DEB AND THE DYNAMICS GIRL MEETS BOY KAPO KINGS 6:30PM 6:30PM 1-4PM 6:30-9:30PM 6:30PM 765-9660

MATANZAS on the BAY DONNA LEE HOLMAN 414 Crescent DANIEL D SCOTTY BRYAN 12-5PM SCOTTY BRYAN SAILOR LARRY PETE BEARD MARY WINNER 5-9PM MARY WINNER 5-9PM 12-5PM 5-9PM 5-9PM 5-9PM 5-9PM 463-3838 SAILOR LARRY 5-9PM

NAUTI PARROT BUBBA LOVE 5-8PM FAWNY 4-8PM 19001 SAN CARLOS BLVD JENNY VE 1-5PM GEORGE LEWIS DJ BROWN BARRY LAWRENCE SCOTTY BRYANT CJ & FRIENDS 6-10PM 5:30-9:30 1-6 EDM MOONDAYS DRAG QUEEN BINGO 5-9PM 4-8PM 314-5667 9PM - 2AM 7-10PM

NERVOUS NELLIES KEVON 12-4pm 1131 1st St KEVON SMOKIN BILL 12-4PM JOE JOHNSON SMOKIN BILL MICHAEL ANTOINE RaSHIMBA BLOOM 6-10PM SHAWN “HUSTLE” HIGH TIDE 6-10PM 6-10 6-10PM 6-10PM 6-10PM 463-8077 RUSSELL 6-10PM

OUTRIGGER PRINCESS & 6200 Estero Blvd ALAN SMALL MEAGAN ROSE & JENNY V MEAGAN ROSE ENDRE D TWO HANDS 5-8 SMOKIN’ BILL 2-5PM SMALLTOWN 5-8PM 5-8PM 5-8PM 5-8PM 463-3131 2-5PM

PARROT KEY Salty Sam’s Marina FRANK TORINO CAR SHOW FRANK TORINO 7-10PM 4PM 7-10PM 463-3257

PETE’S TIME OUT Time Square DANIEL D DAVE ROJAS AARON SEYFERTH DAVE COLLATON JAMES GRAGG 6-10PM 6-10PM 6-10PM 6-10PM 6-10PM 463-5900

PIERSIDE BY TOWN PIER SHERRIN 1-5 FRANK THOMPSON FRANK THOMPSON 1-5 ANTHONY WAYNE 1-5 BILL ZINK 1-5PM BILL ZINK 1-5PM BILL ZINK 1-5PM JEFF WHIDBY 6-10 1-5 6-10 BILL ZINK 7-10 SHERRIN 6-10 JEFFREY WHIDBY 6-10 ANTHONY WAYNW 6-10PM ANTHONY WAYNE 6-10PM 765-7800

SALTY CRAB ANTHONY WAYNE 12-4 1154 Estero Blvd AWESOMESAUCE 1-5PM JEFF GREENE 1-5PM BERNIE HYLAND AARON SEYFFERTH 6-9PM CHRIS KEMP 6-9PM 233-8224 4:30-8:30PM

SOBs Old San Carlos Blvs ANTHONY WAYNE WILL KAISER LEE HAGAN WILL KAISER ANTHONY WAYNE FRANK THOMPSON SHAWN RUSSELL 6-10PM 6-10 6-10PM 6-10 6-10 6-10 6-10 463-3474

SUNSET BEACH FMB TIMES SQUARE BARRY LAWRENCE CHRIS KEMP 1-5 BARRY LAWRENCE CLIVE LIVE ACOUSTIC FIRE 8PM - CLOSE CLIVE 8-CLOSE 1-5PM 8PM 6-9PM 463-1028

WHALE 1249 Estero Blvd HEATHER BROOKS MEG ROSE TOMMY VAN OYEN ROGER YOUNG TYLER KLUSNER 6PM 6-9PM 6-9PM 6-9PM 6-9PM 463-5505

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