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WWW.KEYSNET.COM SATURDAY,DECEMBER 3, 2011 VOLUME 58, NO. 97 ● 25 CENTS SHUTOUT FOR LADY DOLPHINS ELECTION 2012 3rd candidate steps up for sheriff’s job is next Aug. 14. The general 24-year veteran election is Nov. 6, 2012. Peteck joins Peteck, who comes from a law-enforcement family — Ramsay, Grove his father spent his career with the Sheriff’s Office — By LARRY KAHN started as a dispatcher in [email protected] 1987. The following year he became a deputy and in the A 24-year staffer with the years since, he’s served in Monroe County Sheriff’s numerous jobs, from marine Office has become the third officer to school resource candidate hoping to replace officer to road patrol. He now Sheriff Bob Peryam when works in the civil process Peryam’s four-year term division. comes to a close. Peteck says a large part of resident his vision of the Sheriff’s Tom Peteck, 52, has filed Office as a training agency as paperwork with the well as police agency comes Supervisor of Elections from his experience going to Office to run as a Democrat. community-policing training Previously, Col. Rick in Charleston, S.C. Ramsay and State Attorney’s “The chief there sold his Office investigator Edwin city on it,” he said, “where Keynoter photo by RYAN McCARTHY “Bill” Grove III filed to run law enforcement agencies as Republicans. came to Charleston to see Marathon High School’s Brandi Spalten dribbles past a defender during the lady Dolphins’ 5-0 win Thursday over Peteck says his campaign how they do business.... We Florida Christian.The girls improved to 6-3. Story, 1B will focus on making the should be one of those train- Sheriff’s Office a destination ing agencies where people training location for police come for training.” agencies not only nationwide “My argument is this: We but worldwide. He also should have a full-time wants a return to what he marine unit, we should be calls traditional community able to look for grants to get policing. it going; we should have the “Part of it is over the years boat operators be trainers... Sewer district billing there’s been frustration,” he Where else would people said. “We’ve had a chance to want to come for boat and have a premier agency based dive training? That would on our unique environmental bring us income.” location. I don’t think we uti- And, he says, it would be for unbuildable lots lize the Keys as a selling point needed income because the for recruitment, for training federal government plans to for more than $400. Many of and have not been sent prop- Sal Zappulla, the waste- — there’s no other place in build a detention center in Some 200 sites, these lots are underwater, erty tax bills, so the owners water district’s chief finan- the world like the Keys.” southwest Broward County nearly worthless, and their owners are unaware don’t know they have been cial officer, did not return e- Peryam was elected in that would hold 2,000 or they have outstanding bills. billed for sewer service. mailed questions asking how 2008 and has decided to more inmates. Residents in are assessed Monroe County Tax After not paying the assess- these properties ended up retire when his term expires Collector Danise Henriquez ment, the property shows up as getting assessed, but the in January 2013. The primary ● See Sheriff, 2A By DAVID GOODHUE said her staff found one lot delinquent on the county tax problem started well before [email protected] being assessed for waste- rolls. At that point, the Tax he was hired less than a year water services is actually in Collector’s Office is required ago. Henriquez and Thomas HIGH-LEVEL VISIT The Key Largo Wastewater the middle of a canal. to put the property in a certifi- Dillon, the sewer district’s Treatment District has charged Tax collectors are not cate sale, meaning it is sold at attorney, said Zappulla is in the owners of almost 200 required to send property tax an online auction. the process of removing the unbuildable properties for bills for parcels valued at The property owners in properties from the assess- sewer services since as far under $5,000, which many of some cases don’t know their ment list. back as 2007, according to the assessed lots in Key land is being sold, and the “I think the current staff county property tax docu- Largo are, Henriquez said. bidders many times don’t understanding of the process ments received this week. She said the issue has become know they are trying to buy is very good,” Dillon said. Some properties with tax a burden on her office. basically worthless land. “Sal said he would try to bills as low as 23 cents were In many cases, these prop- “It’s very frustrating on billed by the sewer district erties don’t have mailboxes our side,” Henriquez said. ● See Sewers, 2A MARATHON Montgomery passes at age 88 County Domestic Abuse “She was committed to “She was one of the first Hospital, shelter Shelter open its first shelter issues with domestic vio- people I met when I moved were her primary in the Middle Keys in July lence and sexual assault. I to Marathon in 1972. She 1984. Now, there are Middle think she realized how was a wonderful lady and passions in Keys Keys and Lower Keys shel- prevalent the problem was, it’s a big loss to the commu- ters that combined have 58 and women have children, as nity,” he said. By RYAN McCARTHY beds. The Lower Keys shel- well, so we needed a facility She also was known for [email protected] ter opened in March 2006. in the county,” shelter Chief her prominent role with the The effort began as a Executive Officer Venita Fishermen’s Community Marathon lost one of its grassroots movement in Key Garvin Valdez said. Hospital Ladies Auxiliary — longest-tenured and most West in 1978. Then the Montgomery was on the better known as the Pink philanthropic residents Nov. Marathon Business and selection committee that Ladies. She spent some 25 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Director Daniel Ashe (right) 25 with the passing of Sylvia Professional Women’s Club, hired Garvin Valdez some 13 years volunteering at the hos- was in the Keys this week for one of the year’s two meetings Montgomery at age 88. of which Montgomery was a years ago. pital and most recently was of the North American Wilderness Committee, a network of A Philadelphia native, longtime member, set up a In the 1970s, Montgomery the purchasing coordinator at seven U.S.,Canadian and Mexican federal land-management Montgomery moved to the series of safe homes in 1982 had her own accounting busi- the medical center’s gift shop. agencies focused on increased cooperation for wilderness Middle Keys in 1960 and to aid battered women and ness in Marathon. Dennis Kay Gradick, the beloved protection. Thursday, he helped release Scooter, this 32- was a valued and involved their families. Montgomery Bishop, co-owner of the former principal at Marathon pound sea turtle that grew up at Marathon’s Turtle Hospital, community member. was well known for taking accounting firm Bishop & High School, befriended She’s noted for helping victims into her and husband Rosasco Co., was a longtime with hospital owner Richie Moretti. He also met with Keys the nonprofit Monroe Charles’ home. friend and neighbor. ● See Montgomery, 3A national wildlife refuge staff.

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NEWS BRIEFS KEY WEST Silver Alert woman found safe, sound Sawyer trial delayed until February A Key Largo woman who She’s accused At a Monday pretrial con- would use Then, prosecutors allege, Captain John’s Greyhound was the subject of a Silver ference, Sawyer’s attorneys the extra Sawyer asked for and fishing charter. Alert issued Monday was in of using grants asked Monroe County time to fine- received $60,000 from the Wilson called Whetstone no danger, and her family Circuit Court Judge Mark tune his city of Key West’s Tax his “big witness. He’s the one reported her safe and sound for own use Jones for the delay; now the case. Increment Fund to reimburse who followed the money and on Wednesday. case is “specially” set for the Sawyer, the Land Trust for expenses can explain how it was actu- The Monroe County By SEAN KINNEY week of Feb. 13. the former funded by the state grant. ally spent as opposed to how Sheriff’s Office had said that [email protected] Assistant State Attorney executive The criminal investigation it was supposed to be spent.” Mark Wilson, who’s prosecut- director of was prompted by a financial “The case in a nutshell,” Ivette Lemmet, 77, left her SAWYER home at 824 Bonito Lane in Norma Jean Sawyer, ing Sawyer, said that designa- affordable audit ordered by the Key West he said, “is she is alleged to Key Largo sometime after accused of using her non- tion means the case “takes pri- housing group the Bahama City Commission, conducted have used this SHAL grant 8:15 a.m. Monday after her profit organization to steal ority over everything else. So Conch Community Land by contract auditor Chad money, which was restricted husband left for a doctor’s public money, was set to absent some really unforeseen Trust, allegedly stole more Whetstone, which turned up for the purpose of rehabili- appointment. When he stand trial on a charge of event, it will actually be tried than $90,000 through the duplicate and over-billing to tating those Julia Street returned at 11, she was gone. felony grand theft beginning the week of Feb. 13.” misuse of grant funds. the tune of $400,000. houses, for other purposes.” Turns out, after she left, Dec. 12, but that’s been Wilson said he was ready The Land Trust, with the Visa debit cards assigned Sawyer, 60, was arrested she got a flat tire on her car pushed back to February. to go to trial this month but nonprofit Southernmost to two Land Trust accounts on July 13, 2010; she was and called her husband to Homeless Assistance League show charges at Home released on $20,000 bond and pick her up. Before she was acting as administrator, Depot, Office Max, Duffy’s is represented by attorneys reported OK, her family had applied on Nov. 10, 2006, for Steak and Lobster House, Jamie Garcia of Tampa and said she might have been Peteck running a grant from the state Nine One Five Restaurant Jason Smith of Key West. headed north because her Department of Children and and Wine Bar, Kyushu The now-defunct Land daughter lives in Fort From Sherrif, 1A Say your neighborhood is 50- Families to construct hous- Japanese Restaurant, Panini Trust sold off its Bahama Lauderdale, and Lemmet odd Street. You have a Crime ing for homeless people at Panini, Publix, Albertson’s Village properties to the Key and her husband used to live that area are vigorously Watch meeting for that area. 307 Julia St., resulting in a Winn Dixie, CVS Pharmacy, West Housing Authority to in the Orlando area. fighting it. The captain or the lieutenant $712,375 payment. Kmart, Sears, Ross and pay off its debts. The statewide Silver “If they do that, we’re would attend and then bring Alert, issued when an elder- going to lose a large fund- [the meeting details] back to KEY WEST ly person goes missing, has ing source” because the the station,” he said. been cancelled. Sheriff’s Office receives “Back in the traditional federal money for housing community policing, we detainees such as immigra- had deputies going to those $6.4M bond up for approval tion holds. meetings as opposed to the The revenue bond would myriad reports of total fees KEYS WEATHER He says community polic- brass. So the people were It would go essentially be a loan based in the $300 range. ing also needs more attention. meeting the deputies in on future income from the He first brought it for- PREDICTED TEMPERATURES “I’m not saying walking their area. It’s so much eas- to pay back city’s sewer and stormwater ward last year but got a the beats,” Peteck said. “We ier when you call us” when DAY HIGH LOW utility. chilly reception. However, need the deputies to become you know the face connect- FEMA grant Last month, when com- this time around, he got the SAT. 78 69 known in their communities. ed to the badge. SUN. 79 72 By SEAN KINNEY missioners initially consid- buy-in of Lower Keys tow MON. 81 72 [email protected] ered the item, Mayor Craig operators. Cates was the lone dissent- ● A presentation from TUES. 81 72 The Key West City ing vote; he prefers to forego John Dick, chairman of the Commission is expected on a bond issue and pay the Monroe County School Forecast: Expect partly Tuesday to approve a second money back out of the utili- Board, about a Jan. 31 refer- cloudy skies with a slight and binding ordinance that ty’s $7 million reserve fund. endum that carries major chance of showers. would authorize a $6.4 mil- Staff members have said that financial implications for Key Largo 451-4788 | Key West 294-4788 | Big Pine 872-4788 lion bond sale to repay a would result in a delay of Keys public schools. Visit KeysNet.com/weather 102481 Overseas Hwy., Key Largo, FL 33037 Federal Emergency planned capital projects. At stake is the continued for radar and extended forecast. Management Agency grant. Also on the agenda for ability for the School If you don’t know insurance, After Hurricane Irene in Tuesday’s commission District to transfer an come get to know us! October 1999, city officials meeting, starting at 6 p.m. approximate $9.8 million BEACH ADVISORIES applied for and received the and Old City Hall on Greene tax levy from the capital to federal money, channeled Street: operating accounts, meaning The Monroe County through the Florida Division ● Final reading is an ordi- money normally earmarked Health Department tests of Emergency Management, nance meant to regulate non- for infrastructure and equip- Keys beaches twice weekly and used it to repair damage consensual towing from pri- ment purchases can pay for for the presence of enteric to parts of the New Town vate lots in the things like classroom sup- bacteria. There currently sewer and stormwater sys- Southernmost City, setting a plies and teacher salaries. are no beaches with health tems. tow fee of $100, $30 for a Already faced with a pro- advisories against swim- Following a 2003 appli- “gate fee” and $25 for pro- jected $4 million to $6 mil- ming. cation audit, FEMA decided cessing. lion budget shortfall in the the city didn’t deserve the Cates brought the law coming fiscal year, district CONTACT US money, after all, triggering forward based on complaints officials are banking on the • Home • Wind • Flood • Auto • Motorcycle the need for it to be returned; from locals and tourists referendum to avoid sweep- • Boat • Life • Health • Long-term Disability city staff spent years appeal- about so-called predatory ing cuts. Upper Keys • Umbrella - You name it, We got it ing the decision, to no avail. towing practices; there are 91655 ! Tavernier, FL 33070 Newsroom . . . .(305) 852-3216 Advertising . . .(305) 852-3216 Other areas, same problem Fax ...... (305) 853-1040 Fax ...... (305) 852-0199 From Sewers, 1A office to fill out forms and of a property owner, reported wait for the lot in question to the situation to State Marathon BALMER MONTGOMERY clean it up,” Henriquez said. be inspected by district staff. Attorney Dennis Ward’s 3015 Overseas Highway Herbert H. ‘‘Herb’’ Balmer, 83, Sylvia Kolb Montgomery, Property owners who do The property owner must office, as well as to the (P.O. Box 500158) of Punta Gorda, Fla, passed 5/22/1923 - 11/25/2011, know they have been wrong- then go before the five-mem- County Attorney’s Office Marathon, FL 33050-0158 away Monday, Oct. 3rd, 2011. a resident of Marathon, Florida ly assessed and want to ber wastewater treatment and the County Commission. Newsroom . . .(305) 743-5551 He was born July 25th, 1928 in since 1960. Sylvia was well Brooklyn, NY to James and known by fellow Marathon remove their property from district board to argue his or Key Largo is not the only Advertising . . .(305) 743-5551 Mary Balmer. residents for the time and effort the district’s billing system her case. place in the county where the Fax ...... (305) 743-6397 Herbet retired in 1985 as a she dedicated to the Domestic must go to the district’s Henriquez, at the request problem exists. Henriquez Fax ...... (305) 743-9586 Sales Executive for the Verizon Abuse Shelter and as the said there are several proper- Phone Co. He and his wife Purchasing Coordinator for the moved to the , Fisherman’s Hospital gift shop. ties that have been wrongly Key West Little Torch Key, where they She had been a Board Member assessed in the city of 2720-A N. Roosevelt Blvd. resided for 23 years. Herb was of the Fisherman’s Hospital Marathon and on Grassy a member and a former Auxiliary and of the Association Overseas Market President of the Telephone of Florida Healthcare Key, which is part of unin- Key West, FL 33040 Pioneers. Herb was an avid NY Auxiliaries Volunteers, Inc. corporated Monroe County. Newsroom . . .(305) 296-6989 Jets and Mets fan. Sylvia had been a long time The issue is the latest Herbert is survived by his member of the Business Advertising . . .(305) 296-6989 beloved wife of 57 years. ‘‘Betty Professional Women’s example of the Key Largo Fax ...... (305) 296-1287 Boop’’, and 3 children, Diane, Association, as well as the sewer district’s financial staff Mary and Herb. Marathon Yacht Club. One of having to correct policy deci- E-mail A Memorial service will be her favorite past times was to held at 1 pm Sat., Dec. 10th, cruise around with world with sions made by its predeces- [email protected] 2011 at the United Methodist her husband. Sylvia is survived sors. Last week, it was Church on Big Pine Key, Fla., by her husband Charles F. revealed the district did not Missing your paper? 280 Blvd. Montgomery; two stepsons, file paper work for two years Thomas and Daniel; eight We no longer offer same-day step-grandchildren, four great that would protect public redelivery for missing or wet MILLSAP step-grandchildren; her sister, money deposited in private Edwin W. Millsap, age 55 of papers. Customers can Norma E. Johnson; and banks in the event those Leavenworth, Kansas and numerous nephews and request a credit or next-day previously of the Florida Keys nieces. It was Sylvia’s request banks failed. redelivery by calling and Olathe, Kansas left us on that there be no service. Friday November 18, 2011 at Memorial donations may be 743-5551. After hours, call his home while surrounded by toll-free (800) 843-4372. made to: Domestic Abuse his family after a courageous Shelter, Inc., P.O. Box 522696, battle with mesothelioma. Marathon Shores, FL 33052. (ISSN Funeral Services will be 10:00 8756-6427, USPS# 0201-620) is a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 23 at published semi-weekly by Florida the Alden-Harrington Funeral Keys Keynoter, P.O. Box 500158, Home with burial to follow in the Bonner Springs Cemetery. Marathon, Florida 33050-0158. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 Subscription rates are $54.23 in p.m. Tuesday evening also at the Keys.Your Keynoter home the funeral home. Memorial delivery subscription includes Contributions can be made to Keys Sunday and the Sunday St. Lukes Hospice in care of the edition of The Miami Herald. funeral home. Keynoter mail subscriptions: Ed was born on Feb. 16, $59.53 in Florida and $56.16 out- 1956 in Kansas City, Kansas of-state. Please call for all other the third of six children to Sonny rates, including overseas mail. and Jacki Millsap. He grew up AAAA Periodicals Postage Paid at in Piper and attended schools SMALE Marathon, Florida and additional there. He married his wife John Smale, age 84, mailing offices. Teresa on Sept. 17, 1983 in passed away Saturday Piper. He loved driving over the November 19th in Cincinnati, POSTMASTER: Address changes road as a truck driver. His OH. A resident of Marathon, to FLORIDA KEYS KEYNOTER, hobbies included fishing, Florida John is preceded in PO BOX 500158, MARATHON, FL watching football and going to death by his wife, Phyllis (nee 33050-0158. the Nascar Races. Ed raced Weaver). They are survived by stock cars at Lakeside and I-70 four children: John Gray, Jr., Speedways. He was preceded Catherine Anne, Lisa Beth, and in death by his father Sonny Peter McKee. Millsap and his infant daughter Services will be held at Laura. Survivors include his 11am Saturday December 3rd wife Teresa Millsap of the at Knox Presbyterian Church in home, three children Jennifer, Cincinnati. For those unable to Tarah and Bryan, five attend, services will be webcast grandchildren Brody, Briley, live at www.pg.com. Gabriel, Jackson and Lauren. Expressions of sympathy His Mother Jacki Cahill, five may be mailed care of: KEYS siblings Gary Millsap, Vicki The Smale Family, Davis, Patti Clark, Bill Millsap, 1201 Edgecliff Place /1011, Shari Lint and his beloved dog Cincinnati, OH 45206 Abby. As well as numerous Donations may be made to: NET extended family and friends. The Cincinnati Parks Arrangements Foundation, 950 Eden Park Dr Alden-Harrington Funeral Cincinnati, OH 45202 Home, 214 Oak St., Bonner .COM Springs, KS. 66012 913-422-4074 Keynoter KeysNet.com Saturday, December 3, 2011 3A

MARATHON MARATHON Man jailed City: No reopening bar, package store for gun threat not equal “abandonment.” Foster now “The policy should be 18 Argument at fuel dock on has to seek months and some overt act Oceanview indicating an intention to intersection Avenue, fol- code variance abandon. You’ve got to have lowed by some factual intention aside ends at dock Fundora. By RYAN McCARTHY from just time. This ordi- Fundora Keynoter Staff [email protected] nance needs to be re-looked “got out and at on this basis alone,” started to Marathon resident John Greenman said. A Hollywood pawnshop make FUNDORA Foster has to get a variance Probate attorney Richard owner is being held in the threats to to city law if the former Warner also represents the Monroe County Detention finish business with Overseas Liquor & Lounge Ardolino estate and said the Center without bond, charged Rodriguez,” the report says. near mile marker 49 bayside city is violating its “funda- Thursday morning with The argument escalated to will open as a bar and pack- mental rights.” threatening another man with the point where Rodriguez age store again. “We never, ever discon- a handgun in an argument picked up a stick and tire iron Foster is under contract tinued the concept of want- that escalated from scream- but Andrew Morales, 19, of to purchase the landmark ing to sell it as a liquor store ing at a traffic light to a near Marathon stepped in the mid- building from the estate of and a package store,” he said. fight at Pancho’s Fuel Dock dle of Rodriguez and Fundora Joseph Ardolino, but it falls Foster and his son, in Marathon. to diffuse the situation. under a 2007 law banning Dustin, both appeared Jorge Fundora, 46, is Fundora then got in his truck liquor sales at businesses before the council. charged with two counts of and drove down the street, within 1,500 feet of a “I had no idea there was aggravated assault with a then walked back, brandish- school, church or other any kind of conflict with this deadly weapon and improper ing the gun at Rodriguez, the establishment selling liquor. property. I looked at the exhibition of a firearm. report says. Morales again In addition, the bar and building as an old historical Fundora told Monroe stepped in between the two. package store were last site,” John Foster said. County Sheriff’s Office At that point, it says open in February 2008. City “Tourists want it; it’d be a Deputy Jake Brady the inci- Rodriguez said he was call- law considers the now non- great new venue for the city.” dent started at U.S. 1 and ing the police and Fundora conforming use abandoned Assistant City Attorney Sombrero Beach Boulevard walked back up the street, after 18 months. Joe Jimenez argued that the before sunrise, when Luis calling 911, as well. The City Council on 18-month period before Rodriguez, 47, of Marathon Brady wrote that Nov. 22 upheld the rulings non-conformity is much CLASSIFIED ADS 743-5551 pulled “up next to him and “Fundora was insistent in of Planning Director George longer than the “month or a started screaming and threat- arguing with Rodriguez and Garrett and the city’s advi- year” in other Florida cities. ening” him. attempted to intimidate” him, sory Planning Commission Jimenez also refuted Shortly thereafter, accord- and that Rodriguez acted in denying a future owner the Greenman’s notice argu- ing to Brady’s arrest report, self defense in brandishing right to reopen the Overseas. ment by saying the city is Rodriguez had gone to the the stick and tire iron. “The simple constraint is not obligated to notify prop- if you’re a brand new bar erty owners of non-con- selling package liquors out forming uses. City land the front door, you either development regulations can’t or have to seek a vari- and ordinances in the code ance,” Garrett said. The bar are deemed properly noticed “is an allowed use but to all residents. because they’re close to Roy and Beverly Dickens [Stanley Switlik Elementary last operated the Overseas School], they’d have to get a Lounge and its accompany- variance.” ing package store in Estate attorney Frank February 2008; the Overseas Greenman hammered home had been in continual opera- his argument that the estate tion for 59 years. It shut wasn’t properly told its use down after the estate would be nonconforming requested an immediate bal- when the Overseas closed. loon payment of $143,000 He also said the “discontin- on a loan Ardolino gave the uance of a business” does couple for the liquor license. Sylvia Montgomery is at home in her Ladies Auxiliary uniform. The longtime Middle Keys resident also was instrumental in founding the Domestic Abuse Shelter. NEWS BRIEFS Key West parade floats will be lined up along Virginia Street from White She was fixture takes place tonight Street to Bayview Park, clos- ing those blocks to traffic. Key West’s annual holi- Once the parade begins, it at the hospital day parade down Duval will proceed down Truman Street kicks off at 7 tonight, Avenue to Duval. That Montgomery, 1A around the hospital and she so residents should remem- means Duval will be closed was involved in all the activ- ber that the lineup begins at 4 from Truman to Greene Montgomery many years ago. ities,” she said. p.m. and will impact traffic. Street beginning at 7 and The two each owned a pair of Former City Manager The 50-plus participating lasting until the parade ends. boxer dogs, Gradick said. Mike Puto’s family was “We’d meet occasionally heavily involved with start- and got to be really good ing the hospital in the late friends. She was in the 1950s. He sat its boards of Ladies Auxiliary and so was directors for many years. I, so we were around each “Without the auxiliary, other all the time,” Gradick the hospital would be in deep said. “She dedicated her life trouble,” Puto said. “Until to that hospital; she would be the day she passed, she was there every day. It got to the there. She was a neat lady.” point her eyes were going She is survived by hus- bad and her husband brought band Charles, sister Norma her every day.” Johnson, two stepsons, and Montgomery’s vision numerous step-grandchildren deteriorated to the point that and step-great-grandchildren. she required a motorized She requested no service scooter to make her way be held and that memorial around. But Gradick remem- donations be made to the bers that didn’t slow her Domestic Abuse Shelter at down a bit. P.O. Box 522696, Marathon “She had a ball riding it Shores, FL 33052. Ultimate Dental Care, Inc. FALL SPECIALS Bonding (white fillings) Immediate Dentures From $95 - $145 Upper & Lower d5130 & d5140 - $650 ea. 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MONROE COUNTY SCHOOLS DISAPPEARING SCREENS For Doors and Windows Dick wants tax guarantee Single & Double Entry G Patios & French Doors trict officials are counting on He said that would take Serving Key West to Key Largo If referendum that $9.8 million transfer. place when the board meets fails, capital The transferred money next on Dec. 13, beginning at would go into the day-to-day 3 p.m. at Coral Shores High could double operational coffer that funds School in Tavernier. teacher salaries, classroom Monday, the district’s 305-394-3984 By SEAN KINNEY supplies and the like rather Audit and Finance or email: [email protected] [email protected] than to construction and sim- Committee will also take up ilar things. the matter in a meeting Monroe County School Back in 2004, Keys voters Board Chairman John Dick allowed the transfer of a half “Look who came to visit us” wants to put an end to specu- a mill levy from capital to Superintendent lation about the financial operating. Jesus Jara has Recently, Shelter Bay Marine was visited by a group position of the county School If the referendum fails at of representatives from Yamaha Motor Company. District in the event a Jan. 31 the polls, Dick said he said the district referendum fails. expects board members to faces a projected Some representatives travelled from as far away as The measure, if approved, double the capital levy to 1 California and Japan. The purpose of their visit was to would empower the district mill, or $1 per $1,000 of $4 million to tour our facility and learn first hand why Shelter Bay to bring $9.8 million into its assessed land value, to com- $6 million budget Marine has out performed other Yamaha dealers in high general operating fund from pensate for the $9.8 million shortfall in the volume part sales in the Keys. its capital fund next fiscal not moved. year. The transfer of the cap- The money, Dick said, fiscal year. After taking pictures of our facility and concluding a ital millage, which is now .5, would be used to buy equip- lengthy question and answer discussion with the owners, or 50 cents per $1,000 of ment that could eliminate Steve Buckholt, Valerie Egan and Brock & Karen Leggo, assessed property value, for employee positions, consoli- scheduled to begin at 9:30 at they left immediately for Key West. We understand they each property owner, would date schools and otherwise take Marathon High School. enjoyed fishing the next day and had a good catch. be good for another three pressure off the general fund. Committee Chairman “I’m going to put it to Stuart Kessler called the James Mills (middle rear), Operations years, as well. Department Manager Marine Rigging Superintendent Jesus Jara rest,” he said Friday. “I’m issue “a tempest in a teapot,” Shelter Bay Marine and Parts - Yamaha Marine Group has said the district faces a going to poll every board and said he’s looking for a projected $4 million to $6 member, loud and clear: If short discussion that will 77 Coco Plum Drive Company located in Kennesaw, Georgia, was responsible for bringing million budget shortfall in the referendum fails, are you clearly frame the tax mecha- Marathon G MM 54.2 the group to our marina. the fiscal year that starts July transferring the half mill back nisms in play and remove 1 — so a failed referendum to the capital side? I expect to any confusion. (305) 743-7008 would mean at least a $14 get a 5-0 vote on that and “I don’t really think there million deficit because dis- that’ll put it to rest.” is any dispute about the issue,” he said. “I think it’ll just be restated, the mechan- ics of how this works. My concern is we have a lot of important issues to talk about. Most importantly, we’re still looking at a big deficit in next year’s School District budget.” “The truth is,” Kessler said, “the School District desperately needs this money.” Committee member Larry Murray requested the discus- sion be placed on the agenda. “The reason I requested it was because of my personal confusion as to what, if any, tax impact there is if the ref- erendum fails. I’m seeking clarification.” Without going into specifics, Dick said it seems like “people from within are trying to sabotage this thing. It’s almost like they’re trying to purposefully do damage to the School District.” Keynoter KeysNet.com Saturday, December 3, 2011 5A

KEY WEST MARATHON Council reiterates: No shared fire chief said. which ended Sept. 30 after Hernstadt:Top Services offered by the Village Council members applicants to be county include Callahan as said Marathon was taking chief; Monroe County advantage of a temporary sit- revealed Dec. 13 Emergency Management uation. Director Irene Toner in the Meanwhile, Hernstadt By RYAN McCARTHY same capacity for Marathon; told the council he’s [email protected] all facets of operations, logis- reviewed the 93 applications tics and administrative sup- for chief submitted by his If it hadn’t already been port staff; fire and EMS train- Oct. 21 deadline. clear, it is now: Monroe ing and certification; and a “I’ve gone through them County Fire Chief Jim battalion chief 24 hours per and begun the interview Callahan won’t hold that day. process. I’ve interviewed five same title for the city of But council members so far and have several others Marathon. made it clear — as they had pending. I hope to get During an update on the done previously — that they through at the latest next recruitment process for the aren’t interested in the pro- week,” he said. Photo courtesy SHERIFF’S OFFICE vacant chief position on Nov. posed arrangement. Hernstadt said he plans to 22, City Manager Roger “My preference is to say conduct background checks This is the aftermath of the Oct. 31 crash in which Rick Hendrick was severely injured. Hernstadt asked the City thank you but no thanks. The on four candidates and will He’s still rehabbing at his North Carolina home. Council for direction as to city will be much better off submit the top three names to Callahan’s Nov. 16 proposal with our own chief who, the council for consideration. to serve in both jobs. It out- when the bell goes off, can “I hope to bring ... the top Hendrick: Seat came loose lines numerous services the lead the charge. I would ask three candidates for you to county would provide to [Hernstadt] to thank the meet and ask your questions Marathon for just $60,000 county but move forward and give you an opportunity, in Key West plane crash per year. with our own chief,” Vice as well as the members of the “There was an approxi- Mayor Dick Ramsay said. public, to give us some input NASCAR owner Linda, sus- Johnson as the five-year mate price in that letter with The rest of the council fol- on this very important posi- tained champ. not a lot of detail, and it was lowed suit, making it clear tion,” he said. still on mend minor cuts “Trying to sleep and my intention to get some fur- it’s not interested in sharing The top three names will and bruises move and getting therapy ther clarification unless another chief. Most are wary be revealed at the Dec. 13 in N. Carolina in the takes most of the day,” he directed otherwise as to some because of the three-year council meeting if back- crash, but said. “My wife is doing detail on what that number arrangement with Islamorada ground checks are complete, Associated press the two good. She busted her leg up, would really be,” Hernstadt Chief William Wagner, Hernstadt said. pilots were but I’m not a spring chicken NASCAR team owner not injured. anymore. I don’t bounce Rick Hendrick said Monday HENDRICK The four back quite as quick. I’m just POLITICS his seat came loose in the reportedly were going to going to probably take it Oct. 31 plane crash at Key Key West to visit the easy for a few more weeks West International Airport Hendricks’ house on Sunset and continue to do my ther- Bullard files for Senate seat that left him with four bro- Key off Key West. apy.” ken ribs and a broken shoul- The plane was co-owned A Hendrick plane in District 39 by Larcenia Bullard. been re-elected each two der. by Hendrick and five-time 2004 crashed en route to a No other candidates have years since. The Gulfstream G150 NASCAR champion race at Martinsville, Va., takes in all opened campaign accounts for Senate District 39 has had brake problems upon Jimmie Johnson, and was killing all 10 aboard, the Senate race, though House around 170,900 registered landing at the airfield. The primarily used to shuttle including Hendrick’s son, of the Keys Minority Leader Ron voters. Whoever runs for it Saunders, D-Key West, has likely will see a different private plane ran off the Johnson and his family to brother and twin nieces. News Service of Florida runway and, despite wear- and from races. But Hendrick said he’s been mentioned as a possibili- district, since legislative ing his seat belt, Hendrick Hendrick spent three not scared to fly. ty. He’s already filed to run for redistricting is under way. was still injured. weeks after the accident “No,” he said quickly. “I State Rep. Dwight re-election to his House seat. Keynoter Staff “My belt was on, and sleeping in a chair, and only actually flew home that Bullard, a Democrat from Saunders, an attorney and contributed to this something came loose in recently has been able to night. I’m good there. We Miami, has filed papers sig- Key West native, represented report. the seat itself,” Hendrick sleep in a bed. He’s still were very fortunate. We’re naling he will run in 2012 to House District 120 from said. “I hit the bulkhead and undergoing daily therapy glad that it wasn’t any try to succeed his mother, 1986 to 1994. In 2004, he ran my wife. My chest and head sessions. worse than it was. We’re Larcenia Bullard, in the for the District 39 seat but went into the seat in front of Hendrick missed the healing up. We don’t have Florida Senate. lost to Larcenia Bullard in the me, and that’s where I final three races of the any of the answers yet on Dwight Bullard notified primary. [broke] my ribs and I had a NASCAR season, which exactly what happened the Department of State on He won a return to the concussion.” wrapped the weekend of there, but there’s a lot of Nov. 9 that he’s switching his House in 2006, defeating Hendrick was hospital- Nov. 20 with the Ford 400 smart people involved and candidacy from House now-County Commissioner ized for a week in North at Homestead Miami we’ll get that figured out District 118 to Senate District David Rice, a Republican, Carolina, where he lives, Speedway. Tony Stewart pretty soon, I hope.” 39, according to election in the general election. after the accident. His wife, ended the year dethroning records. That was after Ken Larcenia Bullard, also a Sorensen stepped Democrat from Miami, has down under EVERGLADES RESTORATION represented Monroe and term limits. parts of Broward, Collier, Saunders Hendry, Miami-Dade, and has Lawmakers create ’Glades caucus Palm Beach counties since since Associated Press Rep. Gayle Harrell, R- The lawmakers noted the 2002 but cannot seek re-elec- Stuart; and Rep. Lori Everglades — the River of tion next year because of A bipartisan group of five Berman, D-Delray Beach. Grass — are not only a vital term limits. state lawmakers announced However, they said others source of drinking water for Dwight Bullard was the formation Monday of a would join the group later. 7 million South Florida resi- elected to his House seat new legislative caucus The lawmakers said the dents, but also a one-of-a- in 2008 and succeeded devoted to Everglades caucus would not only keep kind ecological jewel that his father, former restoration efforts. pressure on fellow lawmak- draws tourists. Rep. Ed Bullard. The politicians — three ers on Everglades efforts, but The Everglades have been The House seat Democrats and two also on the federal govern- dying for decades from the also previ- Republicans — said issues ment, which shares responsi- intrusion of farms and devel- ously surrounding the ecosystem bility for restoration. opment, cut by dikes, dams was rise above party and merit a “The state of Florida has and canals, effectively drain- held special group within the really come to the table in ing much of the swamp and Legislature to keep the focus many ways, but our federal polluting it with fertilizers and on restoration measures as partners have fallen short,” urban runoff. The state and budget constraints might Altman said. federal governments’ efforts push it out of the limelight. An initial meeting of the to restore the wetlands “No one is happy with the caucus will be held at the have been stymied for pace at which the Everglades start of the legislative ses- years by funding are being restored,” said sion, the organizers said. shortfalls, legal Rep. Steve Perman, D-Boca The meeting would include challenges Raton, who is organizing the representatives of various and politi- caucus with Sen. Thad environmental groups, some cal bick- Altman, R-Viera. They were of whom were on hand for ering. joined by Sen. Maria Lorts the announcement at a Sachs, D-Delray Beach; Boynton Beach farm.

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EDITORIAL LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Watch the trash money bring forward a list of initiatives they especially over a five-year contract. Climate change: Both Monroe County and the city of wish to pursue. Bigger bins should be The main sentiment from city com- Key West are within a few years of the on that list, but they are not necessarily missioners was to wait until the master end of their current waste contracts. the first choice, I’m hopeful the com- plan is complete. The city attorney told U.S must lead Both need to use all information avail- missioners recognize that. them that they could renegotiate the able in order to write good, comprehen- During a Key West City Commission current contract if they felt it was in the Even onetime skeptics now agree that sive requests for proposals. Both need meeting, staff asked for $78,000 to help city’s best interest. But how will they to rely on their staffs, which have been source additional recycling options, write know if they don’t get proposals from scientific evidence offers proof following these issues closely and a request for bids, review the submittals all interested contractors and introduce understand how much time something and negotiate the contract. Of that, some competitive spirit? I don’t care that greenhouse gases are warming takes, as well as what points of negoti- $23,000 is only necessary if a transition who gets the contract; I just want the ations are more critical to the big pic- to a new waste hauler is needed because city make to a well-informed decision. The U.N. Climate Summit opens this weekend ture than others. they would also help with that, too. If we wait until the report comes out in Durban, South Africa, amid still more evidence During a recent Monroe County Yes, that is a lot of money, especial- next spring, the city will be well behind of dangerous changes in extreme weather patterns. Commission meeting, there was great ly on top of the $380,000 that firm is the amount of time needed to go out for The drought in Texas and across much of the support from all commissioners for a already getting to research and write bid and negotiate a contract, a fact stat- comprehensive plan, but then much the solid-waste master plan for the city. ed by staff. Waiting on this issue will southern United States, along with record flooding However, a well-written RFP is the key effectively tie their hands behind their in parts of Africa and Asia, are signs of an ominous time was spent on the bigger recycling bins, a singular item desired by Waste part of the whole plan, especially for a backs and lessen the chance of spend- trend supported by recent reports based on scien- Management as leverage to negotiate contract worth $2.5 million annually. ing $2.5 million wisely. tific data: an automatic extension of the contract. To not do the best job at this crucial Karen Beal ● Thirteen of the world’s hottest years on record The final decision was for staff to stage will absolutely cost the city more, Key Largo have occurred in the last 15 years. As if to put an exclamation point on this alarming pattern, this year was also the hottest ever to coincide with the CELEBRATING OUR PAST cooling effect of La Nina, the weather system in the Pacific that is supposed to reduce global tem- peratures. ● Sea ice in the Arctic shrank to its second low- est surface area after 2007, with measurements at record levels of thin ice. In the coming weeks, another scientific report is expected to declare that the risk posed by undeni- ably increasing levels in the ocean raises the prospect of destroying low-lying coastal areas of the Northern Hemisphere — especially in the Florida Keys. The world is warming, and it’s due to the con- centration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere that can be attributed to human activity and exploding carbon levels. Climate skeptics will doubtless brush this aside as the work of forces that want to impose govern- ment controls on carbon emissions and every con- ceivable human activity that affects the air we breathe, but it’s harder to brush aside the conver- sion of one of the most prominent skeptics in aca- demia, Richard Muller, a respected physicist at UC-Berkeley. He said the findings of his own research team confirmed the accepted conventional wisdom that he and others once scorned as the product of Photo courtesy MONROE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY “activist frenzy” within the scientific community. This is Harry Boyer, head of the Key West weather station from 1911 to 1931. He started with the weather service All of this lends a new level of urgency to the when the office was in a bank building on Duval Street. Two years later, it moved to a building at Front and Eaton meeting in Durban, where politics and ideology streets. It remained there until 1957, when it moved to Key West International Airport. In 2005, the National Weather threaten to obstruct progress toward concerted Service moved to a new state-of-the-art building on White Street. action by the world community to halt, or even reverse, the global warming trend. Organizations like the Sierra Club and the Fix the traffic lights in the campaign. Florida Keys. Union of Concerned Scientists say the Obama The traffic engineer from the state DCF employees, United Way The United Way of the Florida administration has failed to live up to the presi- Department of Transportation who board member Rick Ramsay and Keys is a nonprofit that funds 15 local dent’s promise as a candidate to lead the way to changed the timing of the lights at President Margie Smith pulled raffle nonprofit service providers through- 107th and 109th streets at U.S. 1 in tickets for fabulous prizes ranging out the Keys. Its community impact decisive action on climate change. Specifically, from hotel stays to jewelry and din- focus areas for the next three years the administration has been dragging its feet on the Marathon should be fired. Reset them. Siegfried Gunderson ing gift certificates — nearly 60 are access to quality food (food issue of what to do with the Kyoto Treaty — which prizes in all. These items were gener- pantries) and early childhood and focuses on emission reductions — when it expires ously provided by businesses youth development. All funds stay in next year. throughout the Keys. the Keys. We have been funding local The point is rapidly approaching, scientists say, United for charity In addition, tips to celebrity bar- nonprofits since 1981. when global warming becomes irreversible. Action On behalf of United Way of the tenders Stephanie Kaple from the Margie Smith should be taken today to save the world of a dev- Florida Keys and several other local Florida Keys Outreach Coalition, President, United Way astating tomorrow. charities, I would like to thank Larry Kahn of the Domestic Abuse of the Florida Keys Carolyn and the staff at the BottleCap Shelter board, Diana Flenard of the Lounge in Key West and all the gen- — Miami Herald Monroe Association of ReMARCable Halloween was hopping erous supporters in our community Citizens and Dan Dombroski of Boys The staff and children of Grace Keyswide that attended or donated and Girls Clubs were donated to the Jones Daycare thank Elizabeth Bayerl prizes to the third annual turkey draw- FSECC campaign. and the National Honor Society for ing hosted by employees of the state Through the annual Florida State helping once again this year with our Department of Children and Families Employees Charitable Campaign, successful Halloween party. The stu- Wayne Markham ...... Publisher in Monroe County. state employees raise funds that dents and Dr. Bayerl made the most We are very thankful to Patrick Larry Kahn ...... Editor benefit local nonprofits that have delicious treats that we all enjoyed so Garvey, Julie Esquivel, Amy Baldree, applied to be a part of the campaign Melanie Elder ...... Marketing Director much. Karen Knight and the entire DCF for this year through the United Special thanks to the students from Kathie Bryan ...... Financial Director staff that organized this year’s event Way. Recipients of funds generated Marathon High School that did face Todd Swift ...... Production Manager on Nov. 18. It raised $1,300 for the by this event include the Boys and painting and games, and helped the Carter Townshend ...... Circulation Manager Florida State Employees Charitable Girls Club, the Outreach Coalition, little ones with their costumes. Extra Campaign, on top of more than $800 Wesley House Family Services, special thanks to Cassidy Burgos for PUBLISHED EVERY WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY in pledges made by DCF through pay- Domestic Abuse Shelter, Marathon the big cleanup. Contents copyright 2011 Keynoter Publishing Co. roll deduction. Several state agencies Recreation Center, Helpline, Iris Coe in the Keys are similarly participating MARC and the United Way of the Marathon

Letters to Letters of local interest are welcome, but subject to editing and condensing.There is a 400-word limit. Letters thanking an individual are welcome. Space does not permit publication of thank-you letters consisting of lists.Letters must be signed.Anonymous letters will not be published.Include a daytime phone number (which will not be published) where you may the Editor be reached if there are questions about your correspondence. Mail: Editor, Keynoter, P.O. Box 500158, Marathon, FL 33050 E-mail: [email protected] Fax: 743-6397 ENVIRONMENT YOURS FOR $100, MAYBE Green coalition forms By MICHAEL PELTIER in which he would work in to state laws managing water News Service of Florida “regular” jobs — in the resources, land conservation Keys as, among other things, and growth. Buoyed by recent com- a cosmetics manufacturer “Over the last year, under ments by Gov. Rick Scott, a and park ranger. the misleading banner of new coalition of environ- The group is banking on economic growth, there mental groups on Tuesday Scott’s support to influence a have been repeated efforts to called on lawmakers to Republican-led Legislature weaken the environmental restore growth management that environmentalists say has laws and cut environmental protections and resist the rolled back environmental funds,” Draper said. “There temptation to further consol- protections, some of which is no correlation....” idate control over the state’s dated back to Graham’s term Among the group’s top water resources. as governor when the state priorities is restoring funding Speaking to supporters enacted it first comprehensive and fiscal autonomy to the outside the Capitol, Florida growth-management law. state’s five water manage- Conservation Coalition “We commend his com- ment districts. Lawmakers founder Bob Graham said mitment,” Graham said of earlier this year cut funding the mission of the new group Scott’s recent comments on for the districts and bolstered is to roll back changes made the importance of Florida’s legislative oversight on by lawmakers in recent environment. “We now ask spending decisions. years that critics say have for his leadership.” Nearly $700 million in dismantled many of the pro- Eric Draper, executive budget cuts ensued, includ- tections that shielded the director of Audubon of ing a $500 million reduction state’s natural resources Florida, said environmental to the South Florida Water from unmitigated growth. groups were caught off- Management District, which Graham was Florida gov- guard last session by the oversees Everglades restora- Bill Gilbert of Caribee Boat Sales and Marina in Islamorada donated this 17-foot 2012 ernor from 1979 to 1986 and voracity with which devel- tion efforts and includes the Maverick Micro Flats boat with a 40-horsepower, four-stroke Yamaha engine and trailer, a U.S. senator from 1987 to opment interests and key Keys. to be raffled at the Jan. 28 Bougainvillea Ball benefiting Mariners Hospital of Tavernier. 2005. He spent several of his lawmakers pursued changes Tickets are $100 each.To see how to get one, call 434-1026. monthly work days — days Keynoter KeysNet.com Saturday, December 3, 2011 7A Business DESIGN CHAMPION REAL ESTATE Trade group expects rise in home sales plodding along at a sub-par percent above a year ago. Signed contracts level while interest rates are Pending home sales in the have increased hovering at record lows and South, which includes there is a pent-up demand Florida, rose 8.6 percent in from September from buyers who normally October to an index of 99.5 would have entered the mar- and are 9.7 percent higher The Best Western Key Ambassador Resort Inn at 3755 S. Roosevelt Blvd. in Key West was Pending home sales rose ket in recent years. We hope than October 2010. In the strongly in October and this is indicates more buyers West the index slipped 0.3 awarded the hotel chain’s Best Western Design Champion award during the Oct. 30-Nov. 2 remain above year-ago lev- are taking advantage of the percent to 105.5 in October Best Western International North American Convention.Judges from the American Society els, the National Association excellent affordability condi- but is 8.1 percent above a of Interior Designers and the American Institute of Architects chose the Ambassador for its of Realtors said in a prepared tions,” he said. year ago. design and construction. At the presentation are (from left) Best Western International statement Wednesday. “Many consumers are rec- “Although contract sign- Chief Executive Officer David Kong, owners Sharon and Steven Golan, General Manager The organization’s ognizing that home buyers in ings are up, not all contracts Armida Averette and P.G.West, chairman of the Best Western International board. Pending Home Sales Index, a the past two years have had lead to closings. Many poten- forward-looking indicator one of the lowest default tial home buyers inadvertent- based on contract signings, rates in history. Moreover, ly hurt their credit scores and BUSINESS BRIEFS surged 10.4 percent to 93.3 in continued inventory declines chances of getting a mort- October from 84.5 in are another healthy sign for gage through easily averted Keys hospital adds statewide. the community,” the cham- September and is 9.2 percent the housing market,” Yun actions, such as canceling an ber says. “The recipient will above October 2010, when it added. old credit line while taking UnitedHealthcare have exhibited initiative and stood at 85.5. The data The Pending Home Sales on a new one,” Yun said. Nominations sought creativity enhancing the effi- reflects contracts but not Index in the Northeast surged “Such actions could unwit- Insurance provider for Athena Award cacy of her business or pro- closings. 17.7 percent to 71.3 in tingly prevent buyers from UnitedHealthcare has part- fession and the stability and Lawrence Yun, the trade October and is 3.4 percent obtaining a mortgage if their nered with Lower Keys The Key West Chamber of improvement of the commu- group’s chief economist, said above October 2010. In the credit score is close the mar- Medical Center on Stock Commerce is accepting nom- nity. Lastly, the recipient improved contract activity is Midwest the index jumped gins of qualifying, or they Island to give its policy inations for its annual Athena will have demonstrated sup- a hopeful sign. 24.1 percent to 88.7 in might get a loan but with less holders access to the med- Award, given to a Keys port of the goals of profes- “Home sales have been October and remains 13.2 favorable terms.” ical center’s physicians and woman who exemplifies sional women and have pro- services. leadership in her profession. vided unselfish assistance on PERSONAL FINANCE The hospital has about 75 The Key West award, their behalf.” doctors and more than 200 part of an international To nominate someone or nurses. UnitedHealthcare has Athena Award program, is receive a nomination form, 2.6 million Florida policy presented to someone who contact Mary Beth Hurd at Saving money, day by day holders and network agree- “demonstrates excellence in the chamber at 294-2587 or along with CamelCamel cheapest day to fly domesti- ments with 230 hospitals and business or a profession and via e-mail at committees@ Buying stuff Camel.com — which alerts cally is Wednesday, when more than 28,000 doctors provides valuable service to keywestchamber.org. specific days consumers when prices fall on there are the fewest travelers Amazon — recently looked at and the most available seats, MARKETPLACE Recent Real Estate Sales prices over the past two years said Rick Seaney, chief exec- can be cheaper Based on information from the Florida Keys Board of REALTORS®, Inc. 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This is also ticket, however, is Tuesday at Lot 27 Independence Ave $119,000 $110,100 185 Coldwell Banker Schmitt, Banks Prevatt Coldwell Banker Schmitt, Banks Prevatt everything if you’re trying to the day that electronics manu- 3 p.m. Eastern time, Seaney Cudjoe Key get the best deal on a computer, facturers tend to offer rebates, said. He explains that typical- 22871 Buccaneer Ln $149,900 $125,000 192 Century 21 Schwartz, Sandra Tuttle Coldwell Banker Schmitt, Kathleen Gomez airfares, cars and even stocks. and retailers pass them onto ly on Monday night, one air- Islamorada Surveys indicate there are consumers, Nobbs said. line will post its sale and then 80900 Old Hwy $2,089,000 $1,850,000 538 Moorings Realty, Inc Zoe Mayclin Florida 1 Realty, Inc. Richard Swentek days and times of the month Retailers also slash cam- the other airlines play catch- Key Colony when you are more likely to era prices on Mondays, up the next morning. 13 7th St $399,900 $380,000 392 American Caribbean, Karen Raspe American Caribbean, Brenda Torrella get a bargain. Online retail- Nobbs said, hoping that will By the time the sales hit Key Largo ers, for instance, lower prices entice consumers to their the reservation system, he 37 Bounty Ln $1,075,000 $985,000 98 RE/MAX Keys To The Key, Diana Fiddes Century 21 Schwartz (KL) Martha Noval on Mondays for many prod- sites and to browse bigger- said, it’s about 3 p.m. The Key West ucts because that’s when ticket items at the same time. deals usually only last until 2801 Venetian Dr $199,900 $130,000 541 Prudential Knight & Gardner, Terry Garcia Prudential Knight & Gardner, Gloria Sellers workers are back in front of ● Jewelry and apparel: sometime Thursday. 1312 William St $269,000 $250,000 444 Bascom Grooms R.E. (KW) Edward Salazar Bascom Grooms R.E. (KW) Bascom Grooms 325 Julia St $299,900 $281,000 636 Prudential Knight & Gardner, Gloria Sellers Prudential Knight & Gardner , Gloria Sellers their computers and trolling Women tend to shop online Seaney is now studying 1075 Duval St $225,000 $164,000 235 Sun Source Realty, (KW) Michelle Blades Beach Club, Carl Sanders, Dawn Thornburgh the Internet, according to in midweek, Nobbs said, and international tickets. The 530 Truman Ave $4,250,000 $3,825,000 24 Prudential Team Knight/Gardner Prudential Team Knight/Gardner Extrabux.com, a price com- prices on jewelry are at their early conclusion: Flying Little Torch Key parison website. lowest on Wednesdays. Monday through Thursday Blackbeard Lot $69,500 $69,500 41 Lower Keys Realty, Deborah Van Stry Sellstate Isl, Lee, Sanders, SanLorenzo,Wagner “Every dollar counts in Retailers such as the Gap will save you $60 to $80 Marathon this economy,” said Jeff and Old Navy start marking more on a round-trip ticket 10957 5th Ave $490,000 $430,000 240 Shoreline Properties, Sue Mooney, PA Marathon Vacation.com, Gidget Jackson Nobbs, co-founder of down clothing items Thursday than if you travel on Friday Extrabux. “If you don’t need in anticipation of weekend or the weekends. 5419 Robyn Ln $298,500 $257,000 33 Keys Commercial Real Estate, Gary Smith Keys Commercial R.E., Gary Smith the item tomorrow, there’s no shoppers, said Andrea reason not to wait a few days Woroch, a consumer savings and save some extra bucks.” adviser. 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KEY WEST Parking permits may be expanded Loss of spaces where the sidewalk will be covered by the residential lished.” That’s primarily the Truman to Catherine Street. This Christmas on the south side. parking program: “These area of Old Town bounded In addition to the residen- for street work After construction, city neighborhoods attract a wide by Truman Avenue and tial parking program, there’s staff has said there will 40 variety of people including White Street. a $106.25 permit that allows Shop in town! is the reason legal parking spaces in the tourists, business customers, The proposed expansion holders to park at metered affected part of town; now workers and residents seek- comprises the 800 through spots on their block, after Why Shop Local? By SEAN KINNEY there are 51 spots, only 21 of ing a limited insufficient 1500 blocks of Virginia from proving residency, without [email protected] which are legal. The remain- number of on-street park- Windsor to Jose Marti feeding the meters. Re-circulate local money: ing spaces are too close to ing.” Drive; the 1100 and 1200 At last count there were More money is kept in the community because locally The Key West City intersections, creating blind He said the program “has blocks of Margaret, Packer, 1,008 “residential” parking owned businesses purchase Commission next week will spots or encroaching on the provided some relief to areas Grinnell, Watson and Varela spaces in Key West. from other local businesses, consider whether to extend city right of way. where it has been estab- streets; and side streets from service providers and distrib- the residential parking per- Once the $1.87 million utors. Purchasing local helps mit program into the construction is finished, the KEY LARGO grow other businesses. Virginia Street corridor in 40 new spots will be marked light of a sidewalk project “residential,” and be avail- Most new jobs are provid- able to people with Monroe ed by local businesses: that will remove several ille- Small local businesses are the gal parking spots from the County license plates who Paddleboat coming down largest employer nationally. neighborhood. pay $6.25 for a city-issued After receiving extensive permit. New attraction brunch, murder mystery din- Mitchell wouldn’t say Our one of a kind business- public input, largely from City Parking Manager ners, wine tastings and live how much he and his part- es are an integral part of area residents opposed to the John Wilkins, in a report to designed for island music aboard the boat, ners paid for the vessel. They our distinctive character: project, and a trio of incon- City Manager Jim Scholl, which features an all-wood also have not decided how The unique character of the clusive commission votes, noted, “This neighborhood meal cruises dining room and a bar on much they will charge for Florida Keys is what brought has experienced more com- each of its two decks. cruise tickets. us here and will keep us here. new 5-foot sidewalks, com- pliant with the Americans peting demands for the on- By DAVID GOODHUE Mitchell said he got the Food served on the ship Our tourism businesses also [email protected] idea for a paddlewheel boat will be mostly prepared by benefit. When people go on with Disabilities Act, are street parking spaces” due to planned for the north side of increased school enrollment business for the Keys after Steamers kitchen staff at the vacation they generally seek many windy days when cus- restaurant since the boat does out destinations that offer Virginia between Windsor and the opening of a restau- The bayside waters off the them the sense of being Lane and Varela Street, rant. Upper Keys may look a little tomers didn’t want to go out not have a galley. someplace, not just any- except in the 800 block, Of the Old Town areas more like the Mississippi on the water on Keys Diver’s At least for the first few place. River in the new year with scuba or snorkeling boats. months, the boat will be cap- the arrival of a 78-foot pad- “There has to be some- tained by Mitchell and Local business owners dlewheel boat. thing to do on windy days Lacomb, who both have their invest in community: Local The vessel is expected to when people don’t want to go captain’s licenses and operate businesses owned by people arrive later this month and, in, on or under the water,” Keys Diver’s boats. who live in this community, Mitchell said. The paddlewheel on the are less likely to leave, and by the beginning of the year, are more invested in the be available for lunch, Once the idea set in, back of the boat is actually community’s future. brunch and sunset dinner Mitchell said he looked far just for show, Mitchell said. cruises out of Steamers and wide for the perfect ves- The vessel is really propelled Non-profits receive greater restaurant next to Gilbert’s sel. He even considered hav- by two John Deere 250 support: Non-profit organi- Resort at mile marker 107 on ing one he found in Nevada horsepower turbo diesel zations receive an average Blackwater Sound. shipped all the way to the engines. 350% greater support from The business, Island Time Keys, but that endeavor Mitchell said sitting in the local business owners than seemed too expensive. wheelhouse above the ves- they do from non-locally Cruise Co., is a collaboration owned businesses. among Rob and Lynn Finally, he found a paddle- sel’s top deck makes driving Mitchell, owners of Keys wheel boat made in 1993 that the boat feel like “steering an This Holiday Season Diver in Key Largo; Pete was being operated out of apartment building.” Support Marathon’s Lacomb; and Valerie and Atlantic City, N.J. The boat will be docked at Local Businesses. Terry Rhoades. 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Sports & Outdoors Keys Life Community ● Lifestyle Florida Keys Keynoter Arts & Entertainment WWW.KEYSNET.COM SATURDAY,DECEMBER 3, 2011 CLASSIFIEDS INSIDE 8B B MARATHON BASKETBALL Dolphins win a thriller in OT By RYAN McCARTHY But Tuesday, Marathon Ellis scores 33 with 21 boards, force overtime. 13 points, seven rebounds, [email protected] pulled out an 83-79 win over Center of Life scored first four assists and three steals. Center of Life Academy. Rojas, Culver, Beckford also strong and Marathon’s Peter Culver Thursday, the Dolphins The Marathon High The Dolphins trailed hit a layup to tie it 79-79. (1-2) fell behind early and School boys basketball team Miami’s Center of Life by knock them down says a “Our plan was to make Senior Dwayne Ellis scored could never erase a sizable has a flare for the dramatic six points with just 18 sec- lot,” coach Kevin Freeman the first one and miss the the only other points in over- Palmer Trinity School lead this season. onds remaining when senior said. second and try to get a time on four free throws as en route to a 75-52 loss. For the second time in a Trevelle Beckford — just as The Dolphins fouled to rebound,” Freeman said. the Dolphins held on for the Marathon trailed by as row to open the regular sea- he did against Westminster put Center of Life on the line Beckford made the first, win. much as 14 n the first quar- son, the Dolphins erased a — hit a late three to bring and they missed both shots. missed the second on pur- Ellis had a huge game ter before rallying to make it late deficit to force overtime. Marathon within 77-74 in The Dolphins took posses- pose and the ball was tipped with 33 points, 21 rebounds 18-14 after eight minutes. First it was in the opener on the fourth quarter. sion with 8.8 seconds left, to freshman Nelson Rojas. and six assists. Rojas fin- “After that, we broke Nov. 22 against Westminster “Trevelle has hit a lot of but Beckford was fouled to He was fouled and calmly ished with 18 points, Culver down defensively. They like Christian School, which big shots for us and to have prevent him taking a three- drained a pair of free throws had 16 points and seven ended in a 77-71 loss. the courage to take them and pointer to tie the game. to tie the game at 77-77 and rebounds, and Beckford had ● See Hoops, 2B

KEY WEST HOOPS CORAL SHORES SOCCER Conchs roll in season opener Lady Canes Early lead grows larger shutout Carroll Carroll “is not a very in 59-28 win But missed good team this year. It gave By DICK WAGNER opportunities some of the non-starters some good experience, but Keynoter Contributor against Raiders that’s not a measuring stick for the team,” he said. A new era in Key West By RYAN McCARTHY Jessica Butler and High boys basketball began [email protected] Jennifer Doyle scored the Wednesday night, and it was other two goals for the evident in the pre-game Lily Lidesma, Iris Dunn Canes against the Bulldogs. atmosphere at the Bobby and Jasmine Paterson On Thursday’s game Menendez Gym’s Bill Butler scored two goals apiece to against the Raiders, coach Court. lead the Coral Shores High Paterson said he was New coach Anton School Lady Hurricanes to pleased with the girls’ play Lopez’s smile lit up the an 8-0 soccer win over despite the lopsided result. place. Rick Lopez and Judd Archbishop Carroll “The score would not Wise were about to broad- Monday. reflect how they played,” cast (on WKWF 1600-AM) But momentum from he said. “In the first half, a Conch basketball game for that win was tempered we gave up three soft goals the first time in seven years. when the Hurricanes and that put us behind. We The bleachers were pulled matched up with defending still competed and played, down on both sides of the district champion Gulliver but didn’t capitalize on the court, something that rarely Prep Thursday. The Canes opportunities we had.” was done in recent seasons. fell behind 3-0 early and Trailing 3-0 at the break, And even Bill Spottswood, a lost 7-1. Coral Shores scored early Conch player from the late Coach Arthur Paterson in the second half to cut the ‘60s, was in the house. said he pulled most starters deficit to 3-1. Jasmine And so the stage was set, from the Carroll game by and, before about 200 fans, the first-half water break. ● See Hurricanes, 2B the Conchs didn’t disap- point, cruising to a 59-28 victory over Barrington MARATHON SOCCER Christian. Ten Key West players, looking sharp and confident in their bright white uni- Lady Dolphins forms, scored, led by senior forward Je’Quan Lopez, who had 14 points, and sen- move to 6-3 ior guard Ryan Wagner, who the goalie’s hands to make it had 13 points and four They split 1-0. Senior Marina Kay assists. two matches Wiatt tallied the Dolphins’ The Conchs’ harassing second goal. The outside defense forced 29 turnovers, during week midfielder also scored from including eight in the first around 20 yards out. quarter, which ended with a By RYAN McCARTHY The Dolphins led 2-0 at 17-2 Key West lead. [email protected] the half and wasted little Lopez put in his second time getting on the board in team in the second quarter, The Marathon High the second. In the fifth and the Conchs were School girls soccer team minute, Savannah Rodamer outscored, 11-5 — they got split a pair of games this scored on a header off a cor- off only three shots and week against Miami area ner kick by Durkin. made eight turnovers. opponents to move their “That was probably our The regulars were back in record to 6-3. prettiest goal of the year. to begin the third quarter, Photo by BERT BUDDE The Dolphins dropped a We’ve talked to Regan and they quickly built on the Key West’s Elliot Valdez goes up for a shot amid three Barrington Christian players, district game Tuesday at about putting her corners 22-13 halftime lead, opening including Giovanni Kassar (right), who was called for a foul. Palmer Trinity School, 6-1, right there and it was a with a 12-0 run and finishing before bouncing back with a beautiful play,” coach Lynn the period with a 43-17 lead. about four minutes left. Henderson (three) and Tony takes early because of first- dominating 5-0 performance Landry said. The fourth quarter was Key West shot 57 percent German, Elliot Valdez, game jitters.” at home Wednesday against Sisters Taylor and mostly a layup drill for the from the field and made 18 Keonta Greene and Clive The Conchs, who played Florida Christian School. Sydney Konrath finished speedy Conchs, the easy of 27 free throws. Georges (two each). Gulliver Prep Friday night in Thursday, eighth-grader the scoring off with a pair of shots made possible by a The other Conch scorers “I thought we played a game completed too late Regan Durkin started the goals late in the second half. flurry of steals. A 35-point were Anthony Rice (eight), pretty well,” Lopez said, as for today’s paper, will play scoring off in the early min- Landry said he was lead had been built, so a run- Tony Guieb (seven), his happy players left the host to Charlotte at 8:30 utes with a shot from 20 ning clock was used with Thomas Butler (six), Gerald gym. “We made some mis- tonight. yards out that went through ● See Dolphins, 2B 2B Saturday, December 3, 2011 KeysNet.com Keynoter Subs see action MARATHON SOCCER From Hoops, 1B younger players playing time. Dominic Cavitt, Dolphin boys rout Warriors to run and gun a lot and Shemar Fantroy, Damian Marathon after just one half half water break, including field. they shoot a lot of three- Chavez and Jesse Deluca Loss to Falcons of play. one off a Connor Boyd Palmer’s Falcons scored pointers and make a lot of all played well late, he being appealed Junior Riley Durkin led the throw-in. early in the first half on a them. We just had prob- said. way with another monster “It was the best play I saw through ball that Murphy lems on the defensive end Ellis finished with 20 due to referee effort. He scored four of the today,” coach Jim Murphy said he believes was offsides. locating our guys,” points and 11 rebounds, Dolphins’ nine goals, while said. “Connor had a throw in But the lone official was Freeman said. Beckford had 17 points and By RYAN McCARTHY Ricky Ceja had two of his own. and he can gun it, which unable to see the play and the Palmer outscored the six rebounds, and Culver [email protected] The Dolphins scored early we’re going to use from now goal stood. Dolphins 21-8 in the sec- had six points, seven and often against the on. Riley put it in right off the “So we waited for the rebounds and three steals. ond quarter and led 39-22 From a protested game at Warriors, notching their first throw-in at the penalty shot other referee,” Murphy said, The Dolphins were at the half. The lead grew Palmer Trinity Tuesday that goal at the 1:42 mark after a area.” “but if we didn’t play it, we scheduled to host Miami to 58-38 after three quar- began with just one official to Durkin crossing ball to Ricky Ceja had his second would forfeit.” Country Day Friday, but ters. a Thursday drubbing of an Marco Ceja. goal in the 26th minute, The other referee eventu- results were not available With the game out of undermanned Westwood Ramarlo Robertson scored while Frankie Gonzalez ally showed, but the at press time. hand, Freeman gave his Christian squad, it was a on a rebound of a Durkin shot scored the ninth and final Dolphins struggled offen- strange week for the at the 3:00 mark, and Ricky goal on a crossing ball from sively. Palmer scored to Marathon High School boys Ceja scored his first goal just Boyd. make it 2-0 on a shot from 20 Canes busy at home soccer team. a minute later after stealing a Murphy said Tuesday’s 2- yards out in the second half. Coach Jim Murphy said Westwood pass. 0 loss to Palmer is on appeal Marathon is now 5-2 From Hurricanes, 1B later this year. the Warriors dressed just A through ball from Ariel with the Florida High School overall and 3-1 in district Coral Shores (3-2) is eight players and a goalie Rodriguez to Durkin put Athletic Association. He said play. The Dolphins are Paterson took a through scheduled to play three Thursday after forfeiting a Marathon up 4-0 just 5:43 the Palmer athletic director scheduled to host Keys rival ball from Kelly Cassidy games next week: At home Nov. 18 matchup. The result into the game. Durkin scored insisted on starting the game Coral Shores High School on and beat the defense for against Carrollton School was a 9-0 mercy-rule win for twice more before the first- with just one official on the Wednesday at 6 p.m. what would be the team’s Tuesday at 4 p.m., at Coral only goal. Reef High School Coach Paterson said Thursday at 4 p.m. and Gulliver dropped its home against Carroll 6-3 Dolphins host Island Christian defense back after gaining Friday at 5 p.m. From Dolphins, 1B the early lead, forcing Coral Shores to go on the ICS gets forfeit win pleased with the team’s play, attack. The strategy left the Miami’s Archimedean even though a number of Canes vulnerable to count- Academy failed to show up potential goals were left on er attacks, and Gulliver for a scheduled Tuesday the field. netted several goals to game against Island “We put a lot of shots on, extend its lead. Christian School’s girls but not a lot in,” he said. “I was happy with the soccer team. Archimedean “Even when we put a lot of way they played and I truly also forfeited a Nov. 21 the substitutes in, we main- believe as we go through game against Marathon tained a certain type of play the season and gain experi- High School. and that’s what I want from ence, that 7-1 score won’t The Lady Eagles (3-2) them.” be the same at the end of were scheduled to host On Tuesday, the the season,” coach Westwood Christian Dolphins played the Paterson said. The Canes School Friday, but results Falcons well for the first and Raiders could meet in were not available at press half and trailed 1-0 at the the district tournament time. break. “In the first five or 10 minutes, we dominated play, but we started running out of gas. We had the week off and our game got can- celed last Monday,” Landry said. Palmer put a header in off a corner kick to make it Keynoter photo by RYAN McCARTHY 2-0 in the seventh minute of Marathon’s Sarah Dodamead (foreground) looks back for a pass from teammate the second half. Savannah Rodamer during the Dolphins’ 5-0 win over Florida Christian Thursday. Later in the half, goalie Rodamer scored on a header off a corner kick. Julietta Pezzella was hit in the head making a save on a it 5-0. Konrath on a throw-in and Academy Friday, but results breakaway chance. She The Dolphins notched she beat a defender to score were not available at press stayed in the game, but their lone goal late in the from the left side. time. Marathon is scheduled Palmer added three goals in second half trailing 6-0. The Dolphins were sched- to visit Island Christian a matter of minutes to make Samantha Bonilla hit Taylor uled to host Archimedean School Tuesday at 4 p.m. MARATHON BASKETBALL Struggles continue for Lady Dolphins teams. Against Dade Christian just yet,” coach Leslie Young squad The Dolphins lost, 42- Tuesday, the Dolphins Lindsey said. still looking 22, on Tuesday to Dade trailed 19-1 after one quar- Davis led the Dolphins Christian before a 61-13 ter. with nine points, Jessica for first win loss to Palmer on “It was close for the Forest had four, Van Thursday. rest of the game but we Voorst three and Gardine By RYAN McCARTHY Against Palmer, Yailin didn’t come out of the Raymond two. [email protected] Nieda and Taja Hidalgo gate. Dade is not unbeat- The Dolphins (0-5) are led the Dolphins with four able; we just need a few scheduled to visit Center The Marathon High points each, while Cassidy things to click. Being of Life Academy in Miami School girls basketball Van Voorst and Amanda young and inexperienced, at 6 p.m. Monday. team dropped a pair of Davis each scored two. we haven’t figured it out games this past week against strong Dade SOFTBALL Christian School and Palmer Trinity School Butler tourney back for 3rd year The third annual Marques invitation is extended to grown into one everyone Dr. Andrew J. Wolszczak, MD Butler Memorial Softball everyone in Monroe County, respects and wants to get Tournament, named for a including Marathon and the behind.” Board Certified in Adult & Pediatric Urology Key West High graduate who Upper Keys, to come out and To find out more, sent a was stabbed to death during a show us what kind of sports- text to Samantha at 879-2682 On staff at Mariner’s Hospital, fight in 2009, hits the dia- manship and talent they have. or go to www.butler soft- Fishermen’s Community Hospital and mond Jan. 28 and 29. We’re now in our third year ball.com. Outpatient Surgery Center of Key West In the co-ed tournament’s and the tournament has first two years, a combined ● $7,000 was raised for scholar- SPORTS BRIEFS Urinary Infections ships for Key West High ● Cryosurgery For ● Interstitial Cystitis School graduates. The first- Brossard finishes came to UTEP, UMass and ● place team walks away with Stony Brook. Additionally, Prostate Cancer Kidney Stones $500 and other considerations. 6-3 in college she was 3-3 in doubles. ● Transvaginal Sling ● Office Microwave Organizers are looking to Brossard was the first girl fill the brackets with 16 to 18 2011 Marathon High from St. Bonaventure to For Incontinence Surgery of Prostate teams. The cost to enter School graduate Marisa make the finals of the varies on when you do it. Brossard has finished her NCAA Eastern Regionals at 8151 Overseas Highway - Suite 200 ● (305) 743-6526 Each team must have at least fall tennis season at St. Army. 10 players, and at last five Bonaventure University St. Bonaventure begins guys and five girls. with a 6-3 record. its spring season on Jan. 28 “In this instance, we are She had wins over the with a home match against definitely using softball as a University of Texas-El Paso, Pittsburgh, followed by 18 way to connect with the com- Siena, Seton Hall, Army, the other matches leading up to munity,” says event University of Massachusetts the Atlantic 10 tournament. Chairman Tony Yaniz. “The and Mercyhurst. Her losses

Monroe County Sheriffs Office Presents 1st Annual Walk for TOYZ Saturday, December 10th 7:30 am sign in ● 8:30 am walk Sign in with a New Toy or Donation of $10.00 to Santa’s Workshop at the Marathon Fire Station #14 8900 Overseas Highway Walk will be around the Airport Unwrapped TOYZ for all ages are needed so that NO child in the Florida Keys goes without Christmas! Christmas Refreshments will be served before walk This Walk Benefits “Toyz for Keyz Kidz” & the ZONTA Toy Program “Helping Kids at Christmas Time” Sponsored by The Fun Bunch & City of Marathon Fire Station CLASSIFIED ADS 743-5551 ● Contact Charlotte Quinn for more information 305-743-6447 or 305-393-9501 Keynoter KeysNet.com Saturday, December 3, 2011 3B FLAGLER CENTENNIAL Living GREEN LIVING Think about green gifting for the holidays gifting and philanthropic your gifts in the festive Eco-friendly items tendencies is to donate to the designs of Earth Presents, for environment Paradigm Project to help which sells 100 percent purchase clean-burning recycled/recyclable gift Photo courtesy FLORIDA STATE ARCHIVES are easy to find stoves for poor families in wraps. For still more ideas Thousands of people turned out on Jan. 22, 1912, to greet Africa. Your donation goes on where to source that per- Henry Flagler and his railroad on its inaugural stop in Key West. Dear EarthTalk: I would toward reducing deforesta- fect green gift, check out the like to make my holiday gifts tion and respiratory disease website of the nonprofit matter this year. Where can I in a developing country, and Green America, which pro- find ideas for green gifts? the Paradigm Project will vides links on its website to Events mark — Mary Baumgartner, send you a unique holiday Defenders of Wildlife. dozens of firms that sell sus- via e-mail ornament in exchange. If not spending money is tainable wares. Many other nonprofits a priority this holiday sea- No doubt it feels good to 100th anniversary The holidays are a great also provide holiday season son, you can make artwork go green over the holidays, time of year to share your incentives to donate to their or functional items out of given the excess we typical- The action shifts to the enthusiasm for protecting causes in the name of a leftover materials otherwise ly associate with gift giving. Train rolled Lower Keys Jan. 20, when an the environment with family friend or loved one. To wit, headed for the trash can or And given the poor state of into Key West in 11 a.m. historic re-enactment and friends. One meaningful the Natural Resources recycling bin. Handmade the economy, it makes sense is scheduled at Bahia Honda gift — a fashion-forward T- Defense Council’s Green gifts in any form are always to give gifts that will last, January 1912 State Park, mile marker 36.8. shirt from Rain Tees — can Gifts website offers dozens appreciated and will likely whether they involve fur- Visitors can “meet” the help fight environmental of gift opportunities related be cherished for much thering important environ- A Keyswide celebration visionary Flagler, his third destruction far away while to various campaigns the longer than anything store- mental work or providing commemorating the 100th wife Mary Lily Kenan, raising awareness here at organization is conducting bought. items that haven’t caused anniversary of the completion Ernest Hemingway and oth- home. around the world. But if making your own unnecessary environmental of Henry Flagler’s Florida ers during a performance on Every Rain Tee is hand- By donating through the presents isn’t your thing, a destruction in their manufac- East Coast Railway extension the park’s railcar stage. made in the U.S. from eco- Green Gifts program, you wide range of green gifts, ture and that won’t break to Key West culminates Jan. A period costume ball is friendly fabrics and features and your gift recipient can large and small, can be down once the holidays are 14 to 23 with events through- set for 6 to 10 p.m. Jan. 21 at original artwork created by help defend polar bears, pro- found online. Some compa- over. out the island chain. the Casa Marina Resort, children living in countries tect clean water, revive rain- nies that specialize in fairly When the inaugural train 1500 Reynolds St. The Casa facing rampant deforesta- forests or promote renew- traded, sustainably sourced — EarthTalk is written steamed through the Keys was built to accommodate tion. For every T-shirt the able energy, among other gift-worthy items include the and edited by Roddy Scheer Jan. 22, 1912, it connected the railroad’s elite passen- company sells, proceeds options. Similar land and Hunger Site Store, Branch, and Doug Moss and is a reg- the previously isolated gers. The ball is to feature a help the cause and Rain species “adoption” programs Low Impact Living, BGreen istered trademark of E-The islands with each other and Flagler-inspired dinner Tees’ charity partner, Trees that can be leveraged as hol- Apparel, A Greener Kitchen, Environmental Magazine. the mainland and ushered in menu, dancing to period for the Future, will plant a iday gifts are available from Green Heart and Organic Send questions to earth- a new era for travelers and music and other festivities. tree in a critically endan- groups such as the Nature Bug, among many others. [email protected]. residents. Stretching more On the following day, the gered part of the world. Conservancy, World Once you’ve completed Subscribe at www.emagazine than 100 miles out over open 100th anniversary of the Another way to link your Wildlife Fund and the your green shopping, wrap .com/subscribe. water, it was lauded as the inaugural train’s arrival, a 1 world’s most unique rail line. p.m. parade on Duval Street Highlights of the centenni- is planned. The parade route HOLIDAY HELP al celebration include a 1900s- is to end at the Key West era costume ball and themed Museum of Art & History at community parade, a perform- the Custom House, 281 Front ance by a re-enactor portray- St., where the exhibit Groups collect goods for kids ing Flagler, a family fun day at “Speedway to Sunshine” the former railroad workers’ showcases the railroad. unwrapped toys. They can tificate for each child and clothes. camp on , museum That same day, Marathon You can drop be dropped off at any proof the family lives in If you need help this hol- and memorabilia exhibitions, audiences can view a one-man off donations Sheriff’s Office station in Monroe County, which iday season or want to find hobbyist train displays and a show by Flagler re-enactor the Keys. would include rental the closest location to re-enactment at Bahia Honda Paul Jellinek, telling the story throughout Keys It’s also time for families receipts, a driver’s license, a donate, call 809-5025. State Park. of the visionary. Showtimes in need to register with Toyz utility bill or the like. ● Kids Come First, a pro- History lovers can explore for the two-act play are 3 and Keynoter Staff for Keyz Kidz. For more information, gram of the student group Pigeon Key from 10 a.m. to 4 8 p.m. at the Marathon In the Upper Keys, regis- contact Tiffany O’Connell Be the Change of the p.m. Jan. 14 during a free- Community Theatre, mile There are thousands of tration will be held from 3 in the Lower Keys at 296- Florida Keys, has begun its admission day of family fun. marker 49.5 oceanside. children throughout Monroe to 5 p.m. Dec. 7 and from 4 2424, Linda Mixon in the holiday collection drive. The five-acre island under The centennial’s final County whose families to 6 p.m. Dec. 8 at the Roth Middle Keys at 797-0089 or Clothing, toys, bicycles, the middle of the old Seven weekend also includes the might not be financially Building at 50 High Point Peggy Bryan in the Upper musical instruments and Mile Bridge features Flagler- scheduled Key West arrival able to give them the holi- Road, . Keys at 853-3211. more are collected through- era restored buildings and a of paddling enthusiasts con- day season they want, but In the Middle and Lower ● Wesley House Family out the county to be distrib- railroad museum. The days cluding a 115-mile adventure that doesn’t mean they have Keys, the Salvation Army, Services, a social-service uted to children from birth attractions include snorkel- throughout the Keys. to go without. 2805 Overseas Highway in umbrella agency, is accept- to age 18. Roxanne Posada, ing, historic and contempo- The celebration is to end Several organizations are Marathon and 1920 Flagler ing new, unwrapped toys coordinator of the program, rary food, period games and Jan. 23, with a 6 to 7 p.m. collecting toys and other Ave. in Key West, respec- through Dec. 16 at numer- finds the kids in need most- live and entertainment. presentation by Florida East goods for needy kids up and tively, is taking applications ous locations throughout the ly through referrals from A hobbyist train exhibi- Coast Railway historian Seth down the Keys, and it’s easy through Dec. 9 from 9 a.m. Keys, including all county public schools. Last year, tion is scheduled the follow- Bramson at The Studios of to help: to 5 p.m. Applications can firehouses and several small 327 children were served by ing day at Crane Point, mile Key West, 600 White St. ● Toyz for Keyz Kidz, a be picked up at the two businesses. Also being Kids Come First. marker 50.5 bayside, featur- For specifics on all Flagler program of the Sheriff’s locations. accepted are gift cards, dia- To find out more, call ing early 20th Century musi- centennial activities, go to Office and the Salvation Registrants should bring pers, baby-appropriate Posada at (305) 360-1689. cal entertainment. www.FlaglerKeys100.com. Army, is collecting new, proof of income, a birth cer- items, new books and new

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HOLIDAY SHOPPING Check out hidden gems for holiday gift giving Key West artist Rick Worth. Keys merchants Rick Worth offer wide choice of unusual gifts By CLAUDIA MILLER boot camp L’Attitudes Contributor

As you’re making your begins Dec. 6 gift list this holiday season, consider shopping close to watch new students laugh- home. You’ll find more Iconic artist ing and having a great time unique gifts and support the headlines at during a Boot Camp ses- local community at the sion,” said Diane Savicky, a same time. Here are a few The Studios Studios staff member. ideas to get you started. “Students are thrilled by the Picture boot camp. quality of their own work The holiday spirit Only this one comes and always walk out smil- With whimsical window with paint brushes, palettes, ing and carrying a freshly displays and larger-than-life lots of energy and even painted piece.” decorations, the holiday spir- more creativity courtesy of The boot camp is offered it is infectious at Fast Buck Key West artist Rick Worth. every Tuesday from Freddie’s in Key West. Their The iconic painter repris- December through July. sophisticated Christmas trees es his painting boot camp There are two sessions overflow with shiny baubles starting Dec. 6 at The available, one from 2-4:30 in inspiring themes. One tree Studios of Key West. p.m. and a second from 6- boasts a 58-inch peacock Famous for his primarily 8:30 p.m. in the Armory’s topper over a collection of self-taught style, Worth’s main hall. chocolate, bronze and aqua early life at sea and later in The class costs $100 for ornaments. Other themes construction give his work a Studios’ members and $120 include a sea motif with defining style. His Conch for non-members. All sup- glass fish, mermaids and houses, Keys characters and plies are included in the fee. shell ornaments and a rain- street scenes are well- If space permits, weekly forest-inspired tree with known. registration is allowed at the bright flowers, parrots and And his public works — rate of $30 for mem- fruit. Open 10 a.m. to 10 especially his work on bers/$35 for non-members. p.m. daily at 500 Duval St. Worth will also offer a Call 294-2007 or visit fast- murals, hand-painted cars, CONTRIBUTED PHOTO even fences — mark his special version of Painting buck freddies.com for signature throughout the Boot Camp just for kids on more information. At Fast Buck Freddie’s, holiday décor includes unusual Christmas ornaments, some Southernmost City. displayed on richly-ornamented Christmas trees. “It’s such a treat to G See Worth, 7B Marathon has a new The obvious and mirrors. Open 9 a.m. to Candy Shoppe with lots of Don’t overlook some of 7 p.m. Monday through KEY WEST gift ideas and a wide variety the local gift shops, thinking Saturday and 9 a.m. to 6 of old-time candies along they only cater to tourists. p.m. on Sunday at 102421 with decorator sweets. The At Randy’s Florida Keys Overseas Highway. Call Candy Shoppe is at 9061 Gift Company in Key 453-9229 or visit www Overseas Highway, Largo, you’ll find several .keysmermaid.com for Marathon. Call (305) 834- jewelry lines such as the more information. 0497 and ask for Judy enamel and sterling pieces At Tropical Island Mastropietro. by Zarah, batik handbags, Outlet, 11528 Overseas island clothing and hand- Highway, Marathon, the Photos by CLAUDIA MILLER Holiday glitter made bath products. Every holiday decorations offer an One block off Duval, the nook and cranny is filled island-theme for ornaments For an unusual gift perfect Key West Jewelry Bar with home décor items like G See Shopping, 7B for the home gardeners on explodes with the bright wooden sculptures, lamps your list, check out The colors of an international Garden Box in Islamorada. bazaar, filled with one-of-a- kind wearable works of art. The gift of greens Owner, Barb Grob, travels Winter is growing season the world hunting down for South Florida, so give handmade the gift of fresh-grown veg- pieces. She gies. The Aqua Island Farm also repre- in Key Largo grows a vari- sents well- ety of vegetables and herbs known free of pesticides in their Israeli vertical hydroponic farm. artist, For $111, you can adopt a Ayala, who hydroponic pole, which creates Sails, not sleighs, holds about 15 plants of intricate your choice for the entire jewelry in growing season. Call (916) glass bring our Santas 580-4476 or visit www beads, .aquaislandfarmproject At the Key stones, Lighted boat favorites on their play list. .com for more information. West Jewelry crystals Also this year, the For those who have a Bar, one-of-a- and fab- Schooner Wharf is providing rics. Open parades are green thumb, the Garden kind wearable space for the Boys and Girls Box in Islamorada builds 11 a.m. to Keys tradition Club of Key West to sell raised boxes 4 feet by6 feet works of art 7 p.m. holiday ornaments and other with a trellis for about $450 include pieces Monday L’Attitudes Staff gift items. That begins in that are perfect for a back- in glass, stone, through the afternoon. yard garden with vegetables crystals and Saturday One year Santa climbed Special drinks will be like tomatoes, green beans, fabrics by and by the mast and won applause available at the Wharf, carrots, radishes, lettuce and Israeli artist, appoint- including applejack, eggnog ment on from the crowd. herbs. They also offer indi- Ayala. Another year, a tiny kayak (with rum, natch) and a vidual plants such as heir- Sundays at cruised past the reviewing hammer dinner. loom tomatoes and herbs. 510 Fleming St. Call (866) stand with a display of holi- Decorated vessels compete Call 509-3041 or visit the 294-7588 or visit www.key day lights blazing - and a car for bragging rights along with gardenbox.us for more westjewelrybar.com for battery providing the juice. more than $20,500 in prizes. information. more information. The scene is repeated up A free raffle will be held with and down the Keys as light- a value topping $4,000. Ditch candy canes ed boat parades launch from Because this is Key West, At Key Largo Key Largo to Key West. the holiday decorations Chocolates, Kristie Thomas, Biggest of them all, the range from giant conch the only chocolatier in the School Wharf annual shells to dancing ginger- Keys, creates handmade Lighted Boat Parade, is cele- bread men (and women), truffles that put Godiva to brating its 12th year. lots of rotund Santas, rein- shame. Using fine choco- The floating spectacle of deer pulling sailing ships lates from around the world, lights afloat begins at 8 p.m. instead of sleighs, and lights she’s whipped up flavors Dec. 10. that blink in time to music. like pumpkin, coconut, Key Prior to the flotilla, shore- Past winners have includ- lime, raspberry and pista- bound viewers can enjoy a ed dolphins jumping in and chio. For the holidays, she’s holiday concert courtesy of out of the water, as well as added Key lime chocolate the Gerald Adams manatees, pelicans, sea hors- “Happy Holiday” bars, pep- Elementary School Steel es, and other island crea- permint bark and hazelnut Your Heart Band. tures. Look for palm trees- toffee. Open 10 a.m. to 6 They’ll be followed on not spruce, fir or pine- p.m. Tuesday through the stage by the Doerfels, a aboard the holiday vessels. Friday at 99010 Overseas family of singers that crosses A captains meeting for Highway. Call 852-1791 or three generations and has a visit keylargochocolates medley of Christmas G See Parades, 6B .com for more information. 6B Saturday, December 3, 2011 KeysNet.com Keynoter Parades line up BIG PINE KEY From Parades, 5B Parade, 5 p.m. Marathon. At this event, dinghies, Island Art Fest Dec. 10 boats entering the parade mega-yachts and vessels in The event is held on the lined up for the event, festi- Bank, Centennial Bank, will be held at 8 p.m. between cruise the harbor Music, crafts wooded grounds of the val goers will also get to Royal Plus Inc., Big Pine Friday, Dec. 9, on Schooner in a sparkling procession. food booths Lower Keys Chamber of hear solo performances Key Resort Motel, News Wharf’s upper deck. Best viewing sites include Commerce, mile marker 31 from Nate Meyer, Brian Barometer, Patti Nickless, For more information, Lazy Days South, City of on the menu oceanside. Roberts and Michelle Realtor-Coldwell Banker call 292-3302 or visit Marathon Marina, Vendors will have jewel- Dravis. Schmitt, Pepsi Refreshment www.Schooner Dockside Lounge and The More Than 4 Band, ry, pottery and other craft This year, the festival Services, Waste wharf.com Burdine’s Waterfront. Bobby D’ and the No Slack items for sale — perfect for will include a kids corner, Management, and AT&T Here’s a schedule of To participate, call 849- Living Room Band are slat- holiday gift giving. plus plenty of choices for The Real Yellow Pages. other lighted boat parades 0285. ed for this year’s Lower In addition, chamber food and beverages. Contributing sponsors: coming to the Keys: Keys Island Art Festival. members organize a raffle Parking is free and All Keys Gas and Suburban Dec. 11 Music, art, handcrafted with drawings held all day. there’s no admission charge. Propane. Dec. 10 Key Colony Beach gift items are the holiday Hours are 10 a.m. to No personal coolers or pic- For more information, Key Largo Boat Parade, Lighted Boat Parade, 6 draws for Dec. 10 on Big 4 p.m. nic baskets allowed. call the chamber at 872- 7:30 p.m. Blackwater p.m. The parade is set to Pine Key. In addition to the bands Major sponsors: Capital 3722. Sound. begin at the 7th Street The theme is “Key canal and wind its way Largo Imagination” and the through the city’s water- event’s grand marshal is to ways. Best viewing is from NEW DIRECTOR be Jon Landau, award-win- the Sadowski Causeway. ning producer of the films To participate, call 743- “Avatar” and “Titanic.” 7214. The Key West Art Center The best viewing and liba- honored Lois Songer for tions are to be found at Dec. 17 Sundowners, Jimmy Lower Keys Lighted her dedicated work and Johnson’s Big Chill, Senor Boat Parade, 7 p.m. The welcomed Andrea Frijoles, the Marriott Key best recommended viewing Comstock as new Largo Bay Resort and is from the Pine Channel executive director. Caribbean Club, all around Causeway or Parrotdise Songer will continue as mile markers 103 and 104. Waterfront Bar & Grille, Art Show Director for the To participate, call 394- 183 Barry Ave. on Little Key West Craft Show and 3736. Torch Key. To participate, call 923- the Old Island Days Art Lighted Christmas Boat 5370. Festival, sponsored by the Art Center. Board members Maggie Ruley and Andy Thurber congratulated Lois (center left) and Andrea (center right). The Key West Art Center is a nonprofit artists organization with a gallery at 301 Front St., Key West.

KEY WEST La Te Da hosts annual wreath auction “Everyone starts with in 2001, Whitney said. suggested donation of $5. Dec. 8 event the same bare wreath and Last year’s event, she “This event is so much raises money then as you can imagine, added, raised more than fun and just in time for especially in Key West, $12,700 for AIDS Help. your Christmas decorat- for AIDS Help the decorators go wild,” The wreaths are deco- ing needs, but we want to said Queen Mother rated by Key West make sure everyone A tradition tied to holi- XXVIII Just Whitney. celebrities, including would be able to attend,” day wreaths and fund “The only rule is that prior year kings and Whitney said. raising on behalf of AIDS each wreath must have queens of Fantasy Fest, Bidding begins at 7:30 Help continues this year. lights.” along with performers p.m. La Te Da is located The Share the Wreath The fund raiser was and “just plain folks,” at 1125 Duval St. Auction, 7:30 p.m. started when the late Whitney said. For more information, Thursday, Dec. 8, will be Ronda Riviera was Doors open at 6:30 call Pam at 296-6196. the 12th annual event. crowned Miss Firecracker p.m.and admission is a KEY LARGO Holiday tree lighting Dec. 7 91298 Overseas Hwy, Tavernier on Dec. 6 with judging of said local businesses are bbtheatres.com Eggnog, cookies the best business holiday encouraged to offer specials NOW ALL DIGITAL! and caroling displays. during the week of Dec. 5- The Muppets (PG) For more information, 10 as a way to promote shop 1:55; 4:30; 7:10; 9:50* on wish list call Dawn at 853-2644. local for holiday gifts. •••••••••••••••••• Winners of the lighting Maps showing each busi- Arthur Christmas 3D (PG) The second annual Light competition will be ness participating will be 1:35 ; 9:40* 2D - 4:05 ; 7:20 Up Key Largo holiday announced at the Dec. 7 tree available at the chamber and •••••••••••••••••• event is set for 6-9 p.m. lighting event. at participating member Happy Feet 2 3D (PG) Dec. 7, at the Murray E. Jackie Harder, president businesses. 1:50; 9:35* 2D - 4:20; 6:50 Nelson Government and of the Key Largo chamber, Tavernier Towne •••••••••••••••••• Cultural Center. Twilight Breaking Dawn A tree decorated with KEY WEST 91298 Overseas Highway, Bayside Part 1 (PG13) railroad theme ornaments 1:40; 4:20; 7:05; 9:45* will be lit, part of the Key •••••••••••••••••• Largo Chamber’s celebra- Holiday decorating Jack & Jill (PG) tions tied to the 100th 1:50; 4:15; 7:15; anniversary of Flagler’s rail- contest nears Keys Movie Times •••••••••••••••••• road to the sea. KIDTOONS - Olivia (G) Caroling will be part of or multiple window display. SAT Judging Regal Cinemas 10AM the festivities along with In addition, the chamber •••••••••••••••••• eggnog, holiday cookies and scheduled awards an overall winner Searstown, Key West, 294-0000 Immortals (R) - 9:35 stocking stuffers contributed for holiday decorating. •••••••••••••••••• by chamber businesses. for Dec. 9 The contest “offers busi- All shows that start before 4 p.m play only on weekends. • Arthur Christmas (PG): 9:45 p.m.; 3D: 7:25 p.m. Sorry, no passes. In addition, the chamber nesses the perfect opportu- nity to demonstrate their • Hugo (PG): 4:10 p.m.; 3D:1:10, 7:10 and 10:00 p.m. (*) Fri./Sat. Only sponsors a Parade of Lights The deadline for entering the Key West Chamber of holiday cheer and enhance • The Muppets (PG): 4:20, 7:20 and 9:55 p.m. Commerce’s holiday lights our island with greetings of • Happy Feet Two (PG): 4:05 and 9:35 p.m.; 3D: 1:05 and 7:05 p.m. Marathon Community Cinema competition is 5 p.m. the season,” the chamber • Twilight: Breaking Dawn (PG-13): 1:00, 4:00, 7:00 and 9:50 p.m. Dec. 9. said, adding that “the tradi- • Immortals (R): 1:15, 4:15, 7:15 and 9:40 p.m. Awards will be presented tion of holiday lighting is PUSS IN BOOTS for first, second and third cheered by locals and visi- Tropic Cinema place displays in two cate- tors alike.” gories: small business out- To enter the competition, 416 Eaton St., Key West, 295-9493 Starring: Antonio Banderas, door or single window dis- call Deanna at the chamber • Melancholia (R): 2:00, 6:15 and 9:00 p.m. Salma Hayek and play; large business outdoor 294-2587. • J. Edgar (R): 2:15, 6:00 and 8:45 p.m. Zach Galifianakis • The Rum Diary (R): 1:30 and 6:30 p.m. • Martha Marcy May Marlene (R): 4:15 and 9:00 p.m. Rated: PG-13 • The Skin I Live In (R): 1:45, 4:00, 6:15 and 8:30 p.m. Keys Cruisers Marathon Community Cinema Showtimes: Car Show 5101 Overseas Highway, Marathon, 743-0288 Fri - Thurs 7:00 & 9:30 • Sat & Sun 2:00, 7:00 & 9:30 2nd Saturday Night Each Month • Puss In Boots (PG):Weekdays: 7:00 and 9:30 p.m.; Coming Soon • Jack & Jill PG Saturday and Sunday: 2:00, 7:00 and 9:30 p.m. • MM 101.3 Key Largo Phone: 743-0288 • Hearing Assistance Now Available www.KeyLargoArbys.com Tavernier Towne Cinema Tavernier Mall,Tavernier, 853-7003 • The Muppets (PG): Daily 1:55, 4:30 and 7:10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 9:50 p.m. • Arthur Christmas 3D (PG): Daily 1:35 and 9:40 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 9:40 p.m.; 2D 4:05 and 7:20 p.m. • Happy Feet Two 3D (PG): Daily 1:50 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 9:35 p.m.; 2D 4:20 and 6:50 p.m. • Twilight: Breaking Dawn (PG-13): Daily 1:40, 4:20 and 7:05 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 9:45 p.m. • Jack & Jill (PG): Daily 1:50, 4:15 and 7:15 p.m. • Immortals (R): Daily 9:35 p.m. Keynoter KeysNet.com Saturday, December 3, 2011 7B

At Key Largo Chocolates, Kristie Thomas makes truffles by hand and a seasonal favorite, peppermint bark.

Photos by CLAUDIA MILLER Holiday gifts abound From Shopping, 5B

and give-giving. You can also find mermaids, Rick Worth’s painting boot camp (above) is held at The Studios of Key West.Worth’s work Caribbean Soul beach tow- captures Key West Conch cottages of yesteryear (top). els and the owner’s pen- chant for cigars adds The Humidor, which boasts “the only walk-in cedar-lined Get ready for Boot Camp humidor between Islamorada and Key West.” From Worth, 5B style as well, and so it’s a 12-week course with The Pigeon Key no wonder that students Rosalind Brackenbury on Foundation runs a Visitors Wednesday, Dec. 28 from rave about his amazingly Monday evenings from Center and gift shop on 9:30-11:30 a.m. Worth will open teaching style.” Jan. 16-April 2; Palette Knight’s Key, mile marker teach children ages 7-15 the For more information, Knife Painting, a three- 47 oceanside. Call 743- fundamentals of painting. call 296-0458 or visit day workshop with Mike 5999 or visit www.pigeon Cost $25. www.tskw.org. Rooney from Jan. 5-7; and key.net. “Making art that is TSKW is now taking So You Wanna Be an And Crane Point accessible to everyone is a advance registrations for Acta, a six-week course Museum and Nature Center priority for Rick,” said all classes and workshops with Richard Grusin on at 5550 Overseas Highway, Elena Devers, deputy scheduled later this sea- Monday mornings from bayside, Marathon also has director. “That ethic son. Returning favorites Jan. 9-Feb. 13. a gift shop with natural his- extends to his teaching include The Artist’s Way, tory and environmentally- Photo by CLAUDIA MILLER friendly gifts a specialty, Small metal sculptures include pieces from the Britto L’ATTITUDES BRIEFS including candles, table- collection, along with hand-made soaps and original ware and giftware. works by Keys artists at Randy’s Florida Keys Gift Co. Crane Point also sells a selection of honey extracted the serious collector, get marker 81.5 on the Old from Crane Point’s bee their favorite butterfly in an Highway, the Morada Way hives. Natural Wildflower art display case or a mem- Arts & Cultural District Honey or Wildflower bership pass. Open 9 a.m. Walkabout is held on the Honey flavored with Key to 5:30 p.m. daily. Call third Thursday, and in Lime, or Mango are also 296-2988 or visit December they will have a available. And for one-of- www.keywest book signing with photogra- a-kind gift-giving, try their butterfly.com for more pher Clyde Butcher. Black Mangrove Honey, information. In Big Pine Key, Walk described as relatively rare on Winn-Dixie happens on but extremely delicious. Handcrafted gifts the first Friday at mile Call 743-9100 or visit Take advantage of the marker 30 with art exhibi- www.cranepoint.net. various art walks through- tions, music and receptions The gift shop at The out December where the within the plaza. And on Key West Butterfly & galleries stay open until 9 Dec. 10, the Lower Keys Nature Conservatory, 1316 p.m. and visiting artists set Island Art Festival runs Duval St., Key West is up their wares. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on packed with everything In Key West, the the grounds of the Lower from collectable pieces like Caroline Street Art & Keys Chamber of Franz porcelain jewelry to Design District hosts a stroll Commerce, mile marker 31, inexpensive stocking- on the first Thursday of the oceanside. Free admission. stuffers like a butterfly pen. month and the Walk on They offer a wide array of White on the third clothing and accessories Thursday. The Flock to KEYS featuring flying critters, and Fleming Art Walk and the educational items range Upper Duval Street Stroll NET from a scholarly field guide are both on the first Friday. .COM to a children’s puzzle. For In Islamorada, at mile

CONTRIBUTED PHOTO Members of the Upper Keys Pirates on the Water club gather at last year’s fundraiser. KL Pirates dollar? a Mattress,” which is sched- The Marathon uled March 1-31, 2012. host fundraiser Community Theatre offers “Sleeping Indoors,” by “Thrifty Thursdays” this Charleston, S.C. play- The Upper Keys Pirates season. wright Jim Holt is playing on the Water club is hosting Anyone who buys two now through Dec. 3. a Christmas party fundraiser tickets to a Thursday Season tickets are also to benefit Kids in Special night play, other than on sale. Call 743-0994 or Situations (KISS), starting opening night, will stop by the theater, 5101 at 6 p.m. Dec. 3 at the Key receive $5 off the price of Overseas Highway, Largo Lions Club (behind the two tickets. Marathon. Capitol Bank). Single show tickets cost For more information, A “Gala Dead Celebrity $18 for the comedies; $24 visit www.marathon Concert” will feature for the musical “Once Upon theater.org. standins for Michael Jackson, Sonny and Cher, Tiny Tim and the Blues Brothers. Organizers say anyone who attended last • TOTAL NUDITY... year’s KISS fundraiser will Distinctive and remember the entertainment. Tasteful Cost is $15 per person or $25 for two; and that • Florida’s Most includes a buffet dinner pro- Beautiful Women vided by Mark Hutchings • Private Table and Shipwrecks Restaurant. It’s BYOB. There will be Dances Available door prizes, a scavenger • Full Liquor and hunt and dancing. Food Served ’til Bring a toy for KISS and a dessert dish to share with Close friends and neighbors. • Open ’til 4am For more information, • Couples Welcome call Judy Curtis at 394- • Couples Welcome 0249. Discount tickets Keys Hottest Happy Hour are available 4-8 pm No Cover • 1/2 price Appetizers 2-4-1 Dances • 2-4-1 Drinks Looking for a way to Tuesday - Locals Night stretch your entertainment 8B Saturday, December 3, 2011 KeysNet.com Keynoter

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A A The administration of the estate IN THE CIRCUIT COURT of Ronald A. Stank, deceased, FOR MONROE COUNTY, whose date of death was Ad/ 5022900 FLORIDA September 28th, 2011, and PROBATE DIVISION whose social security number IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF is xxx-xx-2557, is pending in THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL File No. 11-CP-234-K the Circuit Court for Monroe CIRCUIT Division: Lower Keys County, Florida, Probate IN AND FOR MONROE Division, the address of which COUNTY, FLORIDA IN RE: ESTATE OF is 3117 Overseas Hwy, JEAN R. DILLON Marathon, FL 33050. The Ref: 2011-DR-1214-K Deceased. names and addresses of the Division: Family personal representative and NOTICE TO CREDITORS the personal representative’s SHERI L. CABANAS, attorney are set forth below. Petitioner The administration of the estate of JEAN R. DILLON, deceased, All creditors of the decedent and whose date of death was and other persons having August 13, 2011, and whose claims or demands against KATHLEEN ANDONAIRE, social security number is decedent’s estate on whom a Respondent xxx-xx-8666, is pending in the copy of this notice is required to Circuit Court for MONROE be served must file their claims NOTICE OF ACTION FOR County, Florida, Probate with this court WITHIN THE TEMPORARY CUSTODY OF Division, the address of which LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER A MINOR CHILD is 500 Whitehead Street, Key THE TIME OF THE FIRST West, FL 33040. The names PUBLICATION OF THIS TO: and addresses of the personal NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER KATHLEEN ANDONAIRE representative and the THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A 5008 Cortez Ave, Apt 12 personal representative’s COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON Tampa, FL 33614-6593 attorney are set forth below. THEM.

YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an All creditors of the decedent All other creditors of the action has been filed for and other persons having decedent and other persons temporary custody of a minor claims or demands against having claims or demands child(ren) against you and that decedent’s estate on whom a against decedent’s estate must you are required to serve a copy of this notice is required to file their claims with this court A A copy of your written objections, be served must file their claims WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER thence continuing along said if any, to it, on with this court WITHIN THE THE DATE OF THE FIRST shoreline South 06 degrees, 16 SHERI L. CABANAS LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER PUBLICATION OF THIS minutes, 33 seconds East, whose address is: THE TIME OF THE FIRST NOTICE. 95.44 feet; thence North 89 2510 Harris Avenue, PUBLICATION OF THIS degrees, 39 minutes 12 Key West, FL 33040 NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED seconds West, 317.29 feet to on or before 12-13-11, and file THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS the Easterly right-of-way line of the original with the clerk of this COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON SET FORTH IN SECTION Warner Street, thence North 04 Court at 500 Whitehead Street, THEM. 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA degrees, 06 minutes, 48 Key West, FL 33040 PROBATE CODE WILL BE seconds West along said before service of Petitioner or All other creditors of the FOREVER BARRED. right-of-way line, 95.11 feet; immediately thereafter. If you decedent and other persons thence South 89 degrees, 39 fail to do so, a default may be having claims or demands NOTWITHSTANDING THE minutes, 12 seconds East, entered against you for the against decedent’s estate must TIME PERIODS SET FORTH 313.78 feet to the POINT OF relief demanded in the file their claims with this court ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED BEGINNING. Excepting petition. WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE however, the South 50 feet THE DATE OF THE FIRST AFTER THE DECEDENT’S thereof. A A A A Copies of all court PUBLICATION OF THIS DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. decedent and other persons documents in this case, NOTICE. The above described land is having claims or demands including orders, are The date of first publication of also known as Lot 16, less the against decedent’s estate must available at the Clerk of the ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED this notice is November 26th, South 50 feet thereof, file their claims with this court Circuit Court’s office. You WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS 2011. according to the plat of VIRGIL WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER may review these documents SET FORTH IN SECTION S. LOWE SUBDIVISION, THE DATE OF THE FIRST upon request. You must keep 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA Personal Representative: recorded in Plat Book 3, Page PUBLICATION OF THIS the Clerk of the Circuit PROBATE CODE WILL BE Lynde M. Lafler 31, of the Public Records of NOTICE. Court’s office notified of your FOREVER BARRED. 1388 Oakdale Rd. Monroe County, Florida. We are looking for great current address. (You may Johnson City, New York 13790 ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED candidates to join our file Notice of Current NOTWITHSTANDING THE Pursuant to FINAL WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS Address, Florida Supreme TIME PERIODS SET FORTH LAW OFFICES OF THOMAS JUDGMENT OF SET FORTH IN SECTION professional team. Court Approved Family Law ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED D. WRIGHT, CHARTERED FORECLOSURE entered in a 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA We offer health insurance, TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE Form 12.915.) Future papers Attorneys for Personal case pending in said Court, the PROBATE CODE WILL BE 401K and friendly working in this matter will be mailed AFTER THE DECEDENT’S Representative style of which is: FOREVER BARRED. to the address on record at DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. P.O. Box 500309 environment. We are the clerk’s office. Marathon, FL 33050-0309 YALE MORTGAGE The date of first publication of looking for exceptional The date of first publication of Telephone: (305) 743-8118 Plaintiff this Notice is in the Florida people to fill the following Dated: 11-8-11 this notice is November 26, Florida Bar No. 257664 Keys Keynoter, December 3, 2011. VS. 2011. positions. CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT Publish November 26, COURT Personal Representative: December 3, 2011 HARRY LEE PRICE and Person Giving Notice: Front Desk Agent Garret R. Dillon Florida Keys Keynoter HELEN K. 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A A A A A A A A A A A A REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF CLINICAL SERVICES - RN Make BIG $$$$ We are searching for an energetic individual to provide clinical oversight to Plantation Key Nursing Bartender, Dancers center skilled within Monroe County. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to QA, auditing Servers & Security charts/ MDS/ triple check and acting as a resource consultant to facility DON etc... Housing available The qualified applicant will maintain a FL - RN license with a strong LTC regulatory background. Monday - Saturday Previous DON or Regional Consultant experience is required. CDONA certification is desirable. Call Mr Ford This position reports directly to the Executive Director. This position requires hands on approach, 664-4335 in addition to working with the DON of center. WOODY’S MM82 Please submit your resume and letter of interest to: [email protected]

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To apply go to: www.hershacareers.com For any questions please contact Shelby Valles @ 305-433-9937 TOM THUMB DFWP & EOE Food Stores, Inc. Offers the following positions in MONROE COUNTY * Managers & Manager Trainees * Assistant Managers Three shifts available: * Store Clerks A premiere resort in Islamorada is 6am to 2pm interviewing for the following position 2pm to 10pm 10pm to 6am Front Desk To apply please call 786-295-5307 and ask for Ken Lee Housekeeper We will train. No experience needed. Must be experienced, flexible, and be able to work weekends and holidays. Competitive wages and benefits. DFWP. E.O.E. NOW HIRING The selected candidate will enjoy a friendly work place where smiles are part of the uniform, competitive wages COOKS and an excellent benefits pkg. Exceptional Living, Exceptional People Apply in person MM 83.5

A A A A Plantation Key Nursing Center located in Tavernier, is seeking full time Cooks. We offer a benefits program. Housekeeper P/T position for a reliable & competent person. Exp. To apply for the position, please submit your resume to [email protected] preferred. Must be able to work weekends & holidays. Apply in person. Rock Reef Resort MM 98 Bayside

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Keys Insurance - Great EXPERIENCED HELP ONLY career opportunity for • Breakfast Cook licensed and experienced • Prep Cook • Line Cook A A A A Insurance Customer Service • Host/Hostess Representatives in our Key • Waitstaff NOW HIRING West and/or Marathon • Bartender locations. Full time or part time • Bus Person CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANTS positions considered. Great Apply in person: benefits package includes Sunset Grille & Raw Bar, 7 Exceptional Living, Exceptional People Health Insurance, 401K Blvd, Marathon. matching contributions, paid HOUSEKEEPER for small Plantation Key Nursing Center located in holidays and paid vacations. Email your resume to resort on . Must be Tavernier, is seeking full time Certified Nursing gbetancourt–keysinsurance. dependable & have own com or fax it to 305 743-0582 transportation. Call between Assistants. We offer a competitive wage and 9am-5pm, 305-664-5130. benefits program. HOUSEKEEPING POSITION To apply for the position, please submit your GET RESULTS AVAILABLE for condo rentals resume and salary requirements to in KCB. Must speak English. [email protected] with the Keynoter’s Send qualifications to classified section. admin–marathonresort.com Appy 1121 W Ocean Dr. 743-5551 IMMEDIATE HIRING • Breakfast cook • Breakfast servers LOGO Dummy120 • Dinner food runners Error: 1 HIDEAWAY CAFE - Call Robert at 289-1554 between YOU HAVE IT. 10am-noon for interview. Key West Inn in Key Largo now accepting applications. Housekeeping & Laundry. Apply in person, 201 Ocean Dr, KL, MM 100. No phone calls LA SIESTA RESORT AND MARINA in Islamorada has the following open positions: F/T Housemen, F/T House- Keeper, P/T Dockhand. Dummy1201-15:39:30 Call Dan 305-664-2132. 3 x 3.8 (53.6471) P/T HOUSEKEEPER Dummy Weekends required. Must Somebody else wants it. speak English. Please apply in Dummy person, Blue Waters Motel, 2222 Oveseas Hwy, Marathon. Have something you no longer need? RESORT HELP Immediate openings • Housekeeping Sell it in our classifieds! • Front Desk Reservations • Dockhand (305) 743-5551 or [email protected] • General Maintenance Marathon 797-1707 10B Saturday, December 3, 2011 KeysNet.com Keynoter

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QUAINT OFFICE BUILDING BOAT SLIP FOR RENT MM99 MM 99.2 Bayside w/ long Ocean side. $10 ft. Up to 40ft. estab. legal office. 1200 sq. ft. No liveaboard, Water & Multiple sm. offices. $900/mo. Electric. (305) 942-3055 ‡util. Tanya 305-393-0634 DOCKAGE AVAILABLE KEY LARGO BAYSIDE MM 101. UP TO 45’.

A A CALL 305-451-1241 MARATHON Private owner at RV LOTS FOR RENT Boat House/Coral Lagoon, Marathon 40’ wet slip for rent, includes In Adult Park elec & water. Also avail dry rack Please call 305-743-6519 in boat barn. 305-289-0064 NEED LIVE ABOARD SLIP With proximity parking for a 42’ sailboat with 5.5’’ draft. Owner is long term resident & business owner. Please email details to bobw–saltservice.net

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A A or call 305-393-3291 MM 107 2/2 Unfurnished. HO park. Cudjoe Gardens/Cudjoe Key $1100/mth. $500 sec. dep. 2 lots for sale, 80’ each, on Water incl. canal. All permits. Ready to A A 305-394-1150 build. $90,000 ea. Will finance. 305-942-3055 AA Dave buys permits MM 75- WINTER RENTAL So Atlantic Snapper, Grouper, Islamorada 3BR/4BA. Amazing Gulf Reef, K/Mack, Shark, home w/80’ seawall, boat ramp, AAAA Sword, Tuna. VENETIAN SHORES private beach. Completely $$$ in 48 hours! 904-262-2869 CANALFRONT LOT Furnished. Call 407-353-2296 with concrete seawall & davits.

MM 97-Oceanside, 2BR / 2BA $375,000. Call owner AAAA 32 Ocean Dr. in the Harborage. 305-852-3898, 305-664-7273 All types of permits for sale!! Pool, boat ramp, clubhouse. Rock Shrimp, King Fish, S Yearly lease avail. or a min. of 6 AtlanticAtlantic Snapper, Grouper, Gulf mths. seasonal. 305-451-1241 6 Pack reef & pelagic, Commercial Gulf Reef Fish, MM95-Snapper Lane 2/1 Gulf Snapper IFQ’s, Long Line SERVERS CBS Stilt hm,Tiled Floors, F/T, P/T, days and evenings. Pkg. Many other permits avail. Scrnd porches, Fenced Yard, We buy, sell & broker all types Please apply during business A A W/D,Unfurn., No Smkng., A A hours, Key Colony Inn, A A of permits. Call before you buy $1300 F/S. Avail 12/7. or sell! Please call for prices. Key Colony Beach. Call Ethan 337-254-0714 MM 89 1BR 1BA lower level in canal front home 17’ CC Mitchell Licensed & Bonded. All permits WORK ON THE OCEAN boat ramp, Elec & Water incl 60 hp Merc. Transom guaranteed valid for transfer, Cabana Breezes now hiring: recently redone, new gelcoat. many ref’s avail. John Potts Jr. • • • Oceanfront 2/2, W/D, A/C, perfect for single person Servers Line Cooks Bar Wife says must go $1000 obo 321-784-5982, 321-302-3630 • • dock, boat basin, beach. $850 mo 970-379-6120 Back Busser Food Runner. $1,750/mo. Pets considered. 305-394-2996 www.shipsusa.com Apply 401 E. Ocean Dr., KCB. PLANTATION VILLAS 561-371-9838, 561-588-4919 23’ LEGACY CC 1999 1BR CONDO, unfurn. Avail. w/2006 ALUMINUM TANDEM 2BR/2BA OCEANVIEW Jan, long term. W/D,Pool, No 200 HP Evinrude E-Tec, BOAT TRAILER CONDO. SEAGULLS. smoking, F/L/S, water/cable Garmin GPS, depth finder, Fits up to 23’ boat. $750. Reduced! Avail. now. Call Ellie, incl. $950/mo. 219-863-2487 cd/radio, trailer. Located at MM99. Keys Country Realty & $12,500. 305-393-5727, Mrthn 305-942-3055 Prestigious Indigo Reef, Dev. 305-394-2901, 853-7218 24’ STAPLETON BALLYHOO BOAT TRAILER Marathon. 3 BR, 2-1/2 BA, NET BOAT FOR SALE Ventura 3 axle, heavy duty

A A gated, pool, workout room, Rigged for inboard. Hydraulics, 10,850 lb capacity, for 29’-32’ dock space, covered parking. great commercial boat! $4500 boat. 88 rollers. $2,700 OBO. A A Avail now! F/L/S 305-289-0064 Looking for a Local obo. Call Brad, 305-481-6232 305-731-9274 Business? Also see TAVERNIER BAY SIDE The Florida Keys Business GRASSY KEY 3/2 canal front 28’ Bayliner Trophy Twin 350 Liveaboard Docks Marathon, CONDO, MM 92.5 1BR/1BA Directory in every issue of the home. Dockage, unfurnished, Volvo Penta I/B’s, tower, dive covered deck area, pvt bath down stairs unit, unfurnished, Keynoter! EZ access to Ocean & Bay. pltfrm, Garmin GPS, Lowrance house. Free W/D for residents. Section 8 OK. $1450/mo. remodeled, private beach, no FF, etc. Ready to fish- reduced! 12 mo’s for the price of 10! Utilities incl. 305-735-4434 pets, no smoking, $900.00 $9K OBO. 305-664-1415 Check with us 1st! 731-3386 month. 954-658-9170 MM 103 2/1 Beautiful, 33’ HYDRA SPORT VECTOR MTHN-Marine Storage: boats, A A completely remodeled mobile Twin 250 Yamaha’s 350 hrs. trailers, campers, any clean

A A Looking for a Local Service? home. Large lot with 60 ft of Garmin 5212, Garmin Radar, storage OK on wheels. Best Also see MARATHON 1 & 2 BR triplex, dock space. $1,200. A A 2004. $89,000. Lots more! rates in town. Check with us The Florida Keys Business oceanfront on 98th St; OR Call Steven (786)236-8550 305-216-4411 first! Call Emil, 731-3386 MM 53.5 - KEY COLONY Directory in every issue of the 4 BR, 2 BA gulfside home on BEACH - ROOMMATE 34’ CRUSADER. 3116 Turbo Keynoter! Gulfstream Blvd. Both with WANTED. Mostly furnished. Cat, 400 hrs. since rebuild. ocean access & tiki hut. A A No smoking or pets. $475/mo Furono depth finder, auto pilot, Call 954-263-7311 ‡ utilities. Call 617-365-1092 marine radio, RM chart plotter, MARATHON 2/2 A Frame in A MOVE IN NOW from $250 duel helms, anchor puller, large quiet neighborhood. Boat week. MARATHON. Weekly live well, ready to fish! or monthly. Fully furnished. Motivated seller. 305-743-6275

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All utilities, cable & free WI FI A A workroom, carport. $1800/mo. 39’ SEA RAY 1984 704-589-8565, 704-844-2840 included. 305-289-0800 Autos wanted. All years. A A SPORTSFISHERMAN. BEAUTIFUL APARTMENT Twin 6-53 GM diesels, over- Junk-Used. Car- Van- Truck. MARATHON 2 BR, 1-1/2 BA, AAAA MARATHON/COCO PLUM Beautiful 1 BR, 1 BA, 2nd story Run or not. 2471 Dolphin Dr. Carport, W/D, ISLAMORADA OCEAN- hauled-dual station. Loaded! HUGE YARD SALE, 15 AVE F. designer studio. Overlooks 1 Call 305-332-0483. Fla room, newer cabinets. FRONT CONDO w/ 40’ slip. 2/2 $45K. 305-743-3241 Sat 7:30AM - 10:30AM. Furn, acre landscape w/pool & spa in Cute home, must see! fully furn. Pool, tennis, beach. ‘‘silk’’ plants, misc. secure BPK. Screened outdoor 1972 SEA CRAFT $1500/mo. 305-509-7030 30 day minimum rental. $4,000 Paradise Towing Something for everyone! porch & 2 sundecks. $1500/mo SAFARI 25 FT. $5,000 mo ‡ security dep. Call owner is buying junked cars. incl all util. Small pet maybe. firm, Or best offer over MARATHON SAT., 8-1 305-852-3898, 305-664-7273 Call (305) 731-6540 AAAA Ref. F/L & sec. 305-395-1968 $5,000. Call for details. 2705 Dolphin Dr. MARATHON 3/2 305-619-0500 2000 HYUNDAI TIBURON LOOKING FOR LONG TERM KEY LARGO MM96. Ocean Behind airport, 7991Shark Dr. side. Direct ocean access 1994 MAKO CENTER RUNS GREAT. Keys Treasures! AAvailablevailable now. $1,600/mo ‡ RENTAL IN MARATHON $2,500. AREA 2BR, 2BA or 2BR, 1BA. w/Ocean views! Furn, 3br, 2ba / CONSOLE w/ Twin 200 Yam., MM99 (Between Mac’s Kit & util. Call 305-395-8816 for Call Laura 305-942-3745 IDEAL TENANTS older couple 2br, 2ba. Seasonal or annual. full elect. Outrigger & Key Lime Sailing. more info. Key West ) Marine relocating to be near family; no Call 786-258-3127 Downrigger. Spare set of parts, access., clothing, kitch, outriggers and SS props. Full Marathon 3br, 3ba, 2 masters. pets and no smoking. Call MM 93 OCEANVIEW HOUSE ’88 FORD CROWN VIC dive gear, large variety, come boat cover, like new. Screened pool. 200’ wide 305-743-2561, leave message 3BR/2BA w/ Dock. Completely 4 door. New: tires, exhaust & and see! Sat. only 7 am - 2pm. $18K, OBO 305-522-5029 canal. Dockage for up to 3 furnished inside/outside, pool brakes. Dark blue & fading. boats. Coco Plum area. $2800, MARATHON, 1 bdrm apt, Good body. Best offer. 500sq.ft , ground flr. Currently table, grill, W/D, A/C. No smkng Carolina Skiff Specialists All minus $300 for electric, $2500 Avail. Jan 1st. 954-444-2417 sizes & models: Sea Chasers, 858-525-5414 Marathon monthly, yearly. 239-340-5731 Furn (or unfurn.), $1150/mo. A A Bennington pontoons & Hydra- Incl util. 1 month Sec Dep. with 3BR / 2BA GORGEOUS BAY Marathon Estate Home 4 br, 1st mo. pd in adv., lease, Ref sports. Call Ft. Myers for West COMPLETE FURNITURE VIEW. Key Largo Village. 2 Coast pricing! 800-955-7543 3.5 ba. 5,000 sq ft. Prestigious required. 423-775-5731 marinas & private beach. Furn. A A FOR 2BR HOUSE FOR SALE. Sombrero Isle. Pool on 2nd flr, Like new. In storage at Big Pine MARATHON EFFICIENCY All Util. incl. Avail. monthly Dec TURN KEY STONE CRAB master br 3rd flr, mother-in-law - Apr. Call Dino, 954-647-2576 BUSINESS 28FT. Boat, Diesel 2002 CHEV ASTRO VAN Key. $1500. Call 954-558-0688 apt grnd flr. $3,600 mo. Perfect A/C, newly painted. Shared 8 person, less than 37K miles! for more information. laundry room. Avail Now. power, Hydraulic table puller, for ext family. 239-340-5731 3 axle trailer, 1300 Stone crab Good condition. $7000. $750/mo. F/L/S. 305-923-3855 305-393-9841, Marathon Private Collector Wants MARATHON newly renovated tags, 1200 plast. traps & Rolex Dive watches and Pilot 5/4 on lrg fen lot. Storage/work MARATHON Effic, very quiet, A A 100 wire traps. $50,000. Call Watches. Old model Military shop, tropical lndscp. Mother in conch, furn. All incl. $798 - 352-498-0677, leave msg. clocks & watches. law apt or rent extra BR. Must $989/mo., min 3-6 mo. Rent/ Heart Of Marathon Call 305-743-4578 see! $2800mo. 305-395-1739 lease. ALSO 2br,1-1/2 ba, lrg, dock avail. No pets. $975/mo. Office or retail. 1000 sq ft. Next USED APPLIANCES & Marathon Single family, ‡ util. unf, F/L. 305-610-8002 to Publix, the new Walgreen’s A A FURNITURE We buy & sell. Long-Term, ground level and marina. 561-743-3745 Byars Used Furniture HOUSE RENTAL. 30th St. MM 100 Kawama Club 9.9 JOHNSON Marathon Quaint retail & Appliances, 2771 O/S Hwy, 3 bedrms, 1.5 baths, Florida 2BD/2BA, available now. office SAILBOAT MOD L.S. Marathon. 743-6506 Rm, Deep water canal dock. Pet friendly, $1375/mo. commercial space for rent. 850 Used in fresh water. Interior newly repainted, brand Call Ellie, Keys Country SF, highway frontage/visible. Best offer. 858-525-5414 new fridge. 1,600/mo. plus all Realty/Dev. 305-853-7218 (305) 923-3855 Marathon utilities. NO DOGS. Avail. Jan. MM 87.2 EXECUTIVE BAY Mrthn US1-3Spaces Avail. 01- 1st, last & security. 2BR/2BA Unfurn. Townhome. 1st, 1500 sf; 2nd, 1000 sf, 3rd, Contact Kyle,– 305-394-7766. Gated, Pool/Tennis, Beach. 800 sf. All can be combined or Yearly rental. No pets. rent separate. $1/sf ‡ util, $1300/mo. 305-495-8955 taxes & insur. 305-923-9542 LOGO Dummy120 YOU HAVE IT.

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