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Floating affordable housing project under pressure

BY PRU SOWERS “We’ve been working on this for KONK LIFE STAFF WRITER two years. It’s been brutal,” Trepani- er said. “The process, the bureaucracy ou might think it they throw in front of affordable hous- Ywould be easy to ing projects… it kills me.” build some badly-need- No new housing project in the city ed affordable housing ever has smooth sailing. The build- in Key West these days. ing codes in Key West are numerous After all, the dearth of affordable rental and complicated – rightly so – as they units and reasonably priced houses and try to protect the city and its culture condominiums for sale has been the from overbuilding and a host of oth- leading challenge in the city for years. er construction sins. From the size of The word “crisis” has been applied to the project to the number of available this lack of housing and rightly so. parking spaces to landscaping, all get But for local developer Owen a look-over by numerous boards and Trepanier and his business partner Eric commissions. But there are also neigh- Dickstein, a novel plan to use floating bor and/or competitor efforts that try houseboats for affordable workforce to derail a project, even one that at- housing along North Roosevelt Boule- An artist rendering of the workforce housing “Acqua Huts.” tempts to create badly-needed afford- vard has been criticized and pummeled ducing the number of affordable rental project will win approval from Key able housing. houseboats from 74 to 30, Trepanier West City Commissioners on Aug. 6, for the past two years. Despite multi- XX Continued on page 4 ple changes to the plan, including re- still doesn’t know if his development when it comes up for a final vote.

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3 www.konklife.com • JULY 18-24, 2019 j u l y 18 - 24, 2 0 1 9 FLORIDA KEYS Published Weekly Floating affordable... May 16. “We have no problem quire some compromises. Mul- Vol. 9 No. 81 XX Continued from page 3 with it being affordable hous- tiple speakers at the May plan- PUBLISHER/EDITOR ing. Our objections will be with- ning board meeting made that Guy deBoer In Trepanier’s case, the com- drawn when your parking on-site case, including Melissa Trader, plaints about his proposed work- meets the demand created by the board chairwoman of the May NEWS WRITERS force housing marina located be- amount of development that you Sands Montessori School, who Pru Sowers tween Fifth and Seventh streets have on the property.” described the school’s difficulties Terry Schmida along North Roosevelt began The proposed marina, with recruiting teachers despite plen- almost as soon as he announced its 30 new, manufactured house- ty of qualified candidates. PHOTOGRAPHERS the project. First, residents in boats, 40 recreational boating “Our major issue is finding Ralph DePalma, Bill Klipp, Guy deBoer a next-door upscale neighbor- slips and existing commercial a place for them to live when DESIGN hood developed by Pritam Singh rental space, is 24 parking spac- they’re here,” she said. Nand K. Pandey, [email protected] chimed in, concerned about es short, based on city require- Those arguments seemed to noise from a proposed clubhouse ments. Trepanier applied for a sway several planning board PIXEL WRANGLER containing a restaurant and bar parking variance, the same type members. JT Thompson at the marina. Some residents of variance granted to the city- “We should make reasonable were also worried that their wa- owned affordable housing project accommodations where possible CONTRIBUTORS ter views would be obstructed. currently being built on College to achieve the common good,” Jeff Johnson & Trepanier and Dickstein agreed Road on Stock Island, but was said board member Ed Russo. Paula Forman Short Answers the residents had some legiti- denied by the city planning de- “We are beyond the cri- Ian Brockway mate concerns and changed the partment. Trepanier then further sis level of affordable housing Tropic Sprockets plan, including completely re- reduced the size of the project to here,” echoed board member Tammy Fox-Royer moving the proposed clubhouse. meet the parking needs, includ- Jim Gilleran. Florida Keys SPCA “We just eliminated that stuff. ing cutting the number of total It is now up to city commis- Sylvia Bogart Astrologically Yours We addressed every one of their boat slips from 74 to 70, decreas- sioners, some of whom have Joanna Brady concerns,” Trepanier said. ing the square footage of leasable concerns, as well. Mayor Teri Reviewer Next up was marina’s neighbor office space from 4,621 to 301 Johnston said she needs to hear on the other side, Banana Bay and completely eliminating 1,710 more in-depth information about SUMMER INTERN Resort & Marina; a hotel badly square feet of professional ser- parking, hurricane evacuation Emily Bracher damaged during Hurricane Irma vice floor area, another potential and marina management before and then sold to KW26 LLC, a source of revenue for Trepanier’s she will be satisfied. But she ap- ADVERTISING Jose DeLaRosa – 585.203.5156 company that is one of the largest project now gone. Despite those plauded the out-of-the-box think- Ashley Williamson – 410.999.4917 operators of hotels and commer- changes, the proposed available ing Trepanier and Dickstein are 305.296.1630 cial real estate in North America, parking still does not meet city showing in finding new solutions including the Margaritaville Key regulations. Bart Smith, anoth- to provide affordable housing. Advertising Deadline Every Friday West Resort & Marina. Banana er attorney representing Banana “We have a lot more water PRINT-READY advertising materials due by Bay is currently being rebuilt by Bay, said that added traffic from than we have land. If you go on Friday every week for next issue of KONK Life. the new owners and its attorneys both the new marina and the still- that premise, it [the houseboat Ad Dimensions Horizontal and Vertical: were quick to complain about closed Banana Bay hotel must be project] is appealing. We just have Full, 1/2, 1/3, 1/4, 1/8 page, bizcard multiple issues, including parking included in any traffic study. to get all the details,” she said. Ad Submissions and the impact of additional traf- “They were not. The traffic Trepanier is trying to be opti- JPG, TIFF, PDF — digital formats only fic on an already-busy main road. study is deficient. It is going to mistic about the chances of ap- Send to [email protected] “They voiced their opposition. be a major increase in traffic,” proval. But if city commissioners They don’t want ‘those people’ Smith told the planning board want additional reductions in the CIRCULATION Kavon Desilus ASSISTANT next to them,” Trepanier said, re- on May 16. project scope, he doesn’t know if Ben Neff ASSISTANT ferring to the reluctance of some The city planning department he can accommodate them. people to live next to lower-in- agreed, recommending that the “If it gets reduced further, it is published weekly by KONK KONK Life come residents. “It’s NIMBY.” planning board deny the proj- probably won’t make financial Communications Network in Key West, Fla. Editorial materials may not be reproduced “Our objections, I want you to ect. But despite concerns, the sense and we’ll drop it,” he said. without written permission from the network. know, are not founded at all on planning board voted 4-2 to Everybody’s talking about af- a NIMBY,” said one of Banana recommend approval to the city fordable housing. And here we’re KONK Communications Network Bay’s attorneys, Ginny Stone, to commission. Their reason? Be- willing to do it. At the end of the (305) 296-1630 • Key West, Florida the Key West Planning Board cause the overwhelming need day, we’re building housing for www.konklife.com when it heard the project plan on for affordable housing may re- working people.” n 4 www.konklife.com • JULY 18-24, 2019 FLORIDA KEYS Key West NOW Vice President Christine Thompson to attend National NOW Conference Key West the Feminist Majority, and Professor 2020 election cycle, it’s critical to support NOW is the largest organization Sarah Deer, working to end violence equality and women’s rights, and to de- of feminist grass-roots activists in the he Key West chapter of National against Native American women for mand that our elected representatives do US. NOW has hundreds of chapters TOrganization for Women (NOW) more than 25 years. the same. The national NOW conference and hundreds of thousands of mem- is pleased to announce that vice pres- Christine is looking forward to is an enormous opportunity to for our bers and activists in all 50 states. ident, Christine Thompson, and her representing Key West at this import- community to reaffirm these values and Since its founding 1966, NOW’s daughter, Palace, will be attending the ant event. strengthen a coalition for action,” said purpose is to take action through in- national NOW conference in Min- “At this pivotal time leading up to the Lizzy Hoke, Key West NOW president. tersectional grassroots activism, to neapolis, MN this July 19th-21st. promote feminist ideals, lead societal Speakers at the conference, “Feminist “At this pivotal time leading up to the 2020 election change, eliminate discrimination, and Agenda Rising: Our Time is Now” cycle, it’s critical to support equality and women’s achieve and protect the equal rights of will include honoree Lizz Winstead, all women and girls in all aspects of so- rights, and to demand that our elected representatives co-creator and head writer for The cial, political, and economic life. Daily Show, Virginia Senator Jennifer do the same. The national NOW conference is an Key West NOW meetings are held McClellan, cosponsor of ERA Rati- enormous opportunity to for our community to the fourth Wednesday of the month at fication in the Virginia senate, Ellie reaffirm these values and strengthen a coalition for 5:30 pm at Shanna Key and we wel- Smeal, president and co-founder of action,” said Lizzy Hoke, NOW President. come your presence. n

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5 www.konklife.com • JULY 18-24, 2019 FLORIDA KEYS League welcomes Hometown board members to Fifth Tuesday event Key West Simonton St. The public is invited history and helpful website will be im- Voters is dedicated to fostering an in- to attend. portant topics. formed, engaged electorate and to de- he Lower Keys League of Wom- Schreck and Denney will discuss Carol Schreck is aide to Monroe fending voters’ rights. Ten Voters welcomes Hometown what makes good government and County Commissioner Heather Car- Camille’s Restaurant is located at board members Carol Schreck and Hometown’s role in promoting good ruthers and Kimberly Denney is an 1202 Simonton St., Key West. For Kimberley Denney to the League’s government in Key West and Mon- editorial board member of the Key further information contact Marge Fifth Tuesday event, 5:30 p.m., July roe County. Upcoming 2020 election West Citizen. Holtz, president of the Lower Keys 30, at Camille’s Restaurant, 1202 activities and Hometown’s mission, The Lower Keys League of Women League at 703-473-8870. n Employees honored at Hazmat Techs Complete annual all staff retreat Training Key West ence Center in Marathon, with an Employee Excellence Award in our honored at Wesley House recognition of their valuable con- FFamily Services’ June all staff tributions to Wesley House Family retreat held at the Hyatt Confer- Services. n

Key West, Jul 11 The course began in May with on- line training. The hands-on portion in wenty four men and women of full Hazmat suits was conducted all this Pictured L to R; Doug Drake, Family Support Worker - Marathon: LaToya the Key West Fire Department week. Upon completion of the course, Phelps, Case Manager - Key West and Marathon; Mariely Barco, Child T underwent the hands-on portion the trainees will be Hazmat techs. Care teacher, Inez Martin Child Development Center-Key West; Brianna Meyer, Case Manager- Key West; Beth Barrett, CEO Wesley House Fami- of an intensive Hazmat this week The Emergency Planning Com- ly Services; Lindsey Betterman, Adoption Specialist - Key Largo; Amber at Station #3 to finish up 160-hour mittee and Cutting Edge Planning & Wookey, Case Manager- Key Largo. Hybrid Hazmat training course. Training, Inc. conducted the class. n 6 www.konklife.com • JULY 18-24, 2019 FLORIDA KEYS Key Lime Pie Drop at KW Lighthouse ey Lime Festival co-producer Marky Pierson Kgives Meredith Orr, 5, a boost up for a pho- to op following Saturday’s Key Lime Pie Drop competition at the Key West Lighthouse. Orr took First Place honors and a trophy for her en- try in the contest that called for competitors to advance build a contraption that would protect a 5” diameter Key Lime pie when dropped from the observation deck of the Key West lighthouse to a targeted area below. While none of the dropped pies actually hit the target on Saturday, Orr’s was the closest to the target to land fully intact and edible. n

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7 www.konklife.com • JULY 18-24, 2019 UPPER KEYS New Exhibit at Keys History & Discovery Center Explores Community of Planter Reprinting of Original Manuscript in Progress Islamorada in the late 1930s, squatting along the Atlantic coast at Mile Marker 92.5 look back to the late 1930s in an (in the general area of the present-day Aarea of Key Largo once known as Harry Harris Park). Jack and K called Planter is the topic of It Had To Be You, a make-shift tent their home and lived a new exhibit now on display at the largely off what the ocean could pro- Keys History & Discovery Center at vide, which included furniture that MM 82 on the property of the Islander would occasionally wash up. Resort in Islamorada. “What was so inspiring about all The exhibit is based on the late K the memories recorded in the book,” Wilkinson’s book “It Had To Be You,” said Brad Bertelli, Discovery Center first published in 1996. It documents curator who curated the exhibit, “was some of her fondest memories of those the simple delight found in everyday simple years living by the water’s edge life shared by not just the Wilkinsons, with her husband Jack. They moved but the family and friends, like the

Jack and K Wilkinson in front of their make-shift tent.

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News • Weather Community Events Limelight Photo Gallery Real Estate • Music The Wilkinsons frequently entertained friends and family. KONK Entertainment • Sports Allens and McKinneys, who came to spearheaded by the Historical Preser- Blast! Theatre • Dining visit, feasted on conch and turtle, and vation Society of the Upper Keys (HP- Movie Reviews indulged in drink.” SUK), an organization for which K FREE Fishing • Dance The stories within the exhibit have Wilkinson once served as president. A Every Day! Art Galleries been excerpted from her book. The Joe special thanks goes to Loralea Carrera, and Lindy Roth Foundation donated HPSUK vice president, who provided the original manuscript to the Florida Bertelli with a selection of photographs And it’s ALL FREE... Keys History and Discovery Founda- to include in the upcoming reprinting. just sign up at: tion, which operates the Discovery It Had To Be You will be on exhibit KonkLife.com/Blast Center, in the hopes the Foundation through late October. The Discovery could reprint the book. Center is open Wednesdays through A reprinting of the book in 2012 was Sundays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. n

8 www.konklife.com • JULY 18-24, 2019 UPPER KEYS Mucarsel-Powell Applauds More Than $4 Million in FEMA Grants for Irma Recovery FEMA Grants for Monroe County Debris Removal Total Over $17 Million

Washington “Hurricane Irma was one of the strongest storm announced $14,418,627 in federal on record to exist in the open Atlantic region. grants for debris removal, bringing oday, U.S. Rep. Debbie Mucar- the total from FEMA awards to more While Irma hit almost two years ago, South Florida Tsel-Powell (FL-26), member of the than$17 million. Economic Development, Public Build- has yet to fully recover, so I applaud the federal $1,113,258 in federal funding is ings & Emergency Management Sub- government’s efforts to continue distributing being awarded to the Florida Depart- committee of the Transportation & funds that will help our communities recover ment of Transportation for debris re- Infrastructure Committee, announced from previous storms while preparing for future moval as a result of Hurricane Irma. that the Federal Emergency Manage- This funding is authorized under ment Agency (FEMA) is awarding disasters,” said Mucarsel-Powell. Section 428 of the Robert T. Stafford $4,071,974 to Monroe County and Irma hit almost two years ago, South preparing for future disasters,” said Act as a result of FEMA-DR-4337-FL Florida Department of Transportation Florida has yet to fully recover, so I Mucarsel-Powell. (Hurricane Irma). FEMA obligates resulting from Hurricane Irma. applaud the federal government’s ef- $2,958,716 in federal funding is funding for these projects directly to “Hurricane Irma was one of the forts to continue distributing funds being awarded to Monroe County for the State. It is the State’s responsibility strongest storm on record to exist that will help our communities re- debris removal as a result of Hurricane to ensure that the eligible sub-recipi- in the open Atlantic region. While cover from previous storms while Irma. Last month, Mucarsel-Powell ents receive these awards. n

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9 www.konklife.com • JULY 18-24, 2019 MUSIC EVENTS West Texas Singer- Songwriter Cliff Cody Plays the Hog’s Breath Saloon est Texas singer-songwriter WCliff Cody plays the Hog’s Breath Saloon, 400 Front St., mid-shift gig – 4:30 – 8:30 p.m. July 15 – 21. “Chasin Whiskey,” Cody’s first recorded cut was recognized as a highlight of Julie Roberts’ album “Men and Mascara” by Rolling Stone Magazine. Since first play- ing the Key West Songwriters Festival, Cody has become a fa- vorite and regular performer in the Keys. His soulful voice and story telling style of writing has helped him build a loyal follow- ing. He makes fast friends and forever fans and once you hear him, you’ll become both. n Atlanta’s Mike Veal Band at the Hog’s Breath Saloon he Mike Veal Band, TAtlanta’s favorite party band brings its energy and excitement to the Hog’s Breath Saloon, 400 Front St., July 15 - 21, rocking the mid-shift stage from 9pm – 1am. Veal plays a hot combina- tion of blues, rock, and funk. For more information, call 305-296-4222. n

10 www.konklife.com • JULY 18-24, 2019 UPPER KEYS The College of the Florida Keys Receives $16M from U.S. Department of Commerce to Construct Upper Keys Center

This EDA grant will be matched with cian, marine environmental technolo- $4 million raised from local sources. gy, public safety (law enforcement and In August 2018, the College ac- corrections academies), and apprentice- quired the site for the new Upper Keys ships. In addition, the College plans to Center, the 2.12-acre old “Shell World” develop new programs at the facility in- property at Mile Marker 106.4. The cluding: marine resource management, new facility will replace the College’s paramedic, pharmacy technician, phle- increasingly limited space held at Coral botomy, and construction technologies. Shores High School and will allow the With the grant in hand, the Col- College to double its capacity to serve lege is able to mobilize its construc- more than 300 students annually. tion plans. The College plans to expand five More information about the grant existing programs in the Upper Keys: can be found in the news release issued nursing, emergency medical techni- by the EDA. n

An early architectural rendering of CFK’s new Upper Keys Center in Key Largo.

Key West, July 10 as a powerful and positive force to bring educational, workforce and he College of the Florida Keys was economic opportunities to all of Tawarded a $16 million grant from Monroe County,” said College Pres- the U.S. Department of Commerce’s ident Dr. Jonathan Gueverra. “As a Economic Development Administra- uniting force, we work with multiple tion (EDA) on July 2 to build a new agencies including federal, state and Upper Keys Center in Key Largo. The local government entities as well as new facility will allow CFK to expand businesses, nonprofits and commu- workforce training and apprenticeship nities to realize long-term sustain- programs in the Upper Keys. The build- able goals. This allocation of $16 ing will also provide the College with an million represents a significant step alternate headquarters location should in the direction to assure that access another major storm strike the region. to higher education and post-sec- “The College of the Florida Keys ondary training is within reasonable is steadfast in its mission to remain reach of all residents in the Keys.”

“The College of the Florida Keys is steadfast in its mission to remain as a powerful and positive force to bring educational, workforce and economic opportunities to all of Monroe County,” said College President Dr. Jonathan Gueverra. 11 www.konklife.com • JULY 18-24, 2019 UPPER KEYS Monroe County Veterans Affairs will Cohost Town Hall Meetings regarding recent legislation impacts on Local Veterans

Key Largo and Key West day, July 18 at 2 p.m. at Murray Nelson and how new legislation impacts veter- Act strengthens veterans affairs’ ability Government Center in Key Largo and ans in Monroe County. to deliver trusted, easy access, high-qual- onroe County the second meeting will be held Friday, “This is an opportunity for not only ity care through facilities, telehealth, and MVeterans Affairs July 19 at 10 a.m. at Harvey Govern- our Veterans to ask questions about in communities. More information on and the Miami VA ment Center in Key West. VA healthcare, but also for local med- the Mission Act can be found at www. Healthcare System The meetings will identify eligibility ical providers wanting to participate as missionact.va.gov. Monroe County vet- will cohost two town for community care, who the providers caregivers to make inquiries as well,” erans can visit www.monroecounty-fl. hall meetings regarding the Mission are in Monroe County, the efforts to said Cathy Crane, Director of Monroe gov/va for more information on local Act. The first meeting will be Thurs- increase providers in Monroe County, County Veterans Affairs. The Mission services or call 305-295-5150. n

12 www.konklife.com • JULY 18-24, 2019 UPPER KEYS Publix Donation Supports Shared Mission with UWFK in Monroe County Florida Keys UWFK is able to assist with residents’ Publixruns a robust workplace giving al Resources to disburse these funds, needs in our community thanks in part campaign for UWFK, and staff at their it helps foster Publix and UWFK’s n any given day, UWFK works to the generosity of Publix associates Keys stores have been strong participants shared mission serving working fami- Owith local nonprofits to support and PublixSuper Markets Charities. As in the campaign for many years. lies throughout Monroe County. school dental clinics, nutritious meals UWFK’s largest ever annual donation at 10% of the Publix Charities’ dona- UWFK is incredibly thankful for for senior citizens, after school pro- $95,684, Publix Super Markets Char- tion is designated for an Emergency Publix’s generosity. With their support grams, food pantries for hungry fami- ities’ recent gift dramatically impacts Fund. These funds provide emergen- and the support of many other local do- lies, Hurricane Irma recovery and more. UWFK’s work providing access to nu- cy assistance to community members nors, UWFK served over 30,000 indi- This is in addition to providing free tax tritious food, education, and financial who are employed and in need of tem- viduals in the past year. UWFK ensures preparation, books mailed to local chil- stability in Monroe County. Publixand porary assistance due to an unexpected that what is raised in the Keys stays in dren, school supplies for all students their associates give generously each life event. Through UWFK working the Keys, supporting the local commu- and publishing the most comprehen- year and happily support many efforts with Florida Keys Outreach Coalition nity. Thank you, Publix for showing sive resource guide in Monroe County. throughout the communities they serve. and Keys Area Interdenomination- what it means to Live United! n

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Roll. Peppered with rock stars from the 60s and 70s (including the late legend Tom Petty) this breezy, affec- tionate film gives a solid overview of the California music scene some fifty years ago. In addition to history, the songs dis- cussed are sung, interpreted by Dylan and numerous guest stars (including Echo in the Beck, Fiona Apple and Regina Spektor). The project became a concert. Canyon Jakob Dylan is a roving guide, tak- ing us along the hills of Laurel Canyon “ cho in the Canyon,” the debut as he interviews Petty and other rock Efilm from Andrew Slater, is a mu- luminaries. Invariably, every musician sical collaboration with Jakob Dylan says that Roger McGuinn of The Byrds of The Wallflowers. The film trac- is the visionary, the headliner who in- es the influences of California and jected poetic feeling into rock music. Laurel Canyon on Pop and Rock & McGuinn used a 12-string Ricken- Courtesy of Greenwich Entertainment. backer guitar. Its effect was life-chang- Errol Flynn. Instead of Fairbanks and ing to everyone. Flynn, Frank Zappa was the iconic star In 1964, McGuinn, struck by The who improvised accompaniment to Beatles, began releasing acoustic ver- Allen Ginsberg’s poetry. sions of Beatles’ songs. Then David Crosby is here legendarily unapol- Crosby joined up and the ‘California ogetic along with a hyperactive Ste- Sound’ was born, ushered by a unique phen Stills. Do not forget the feverish twang and beat. mountain man of sound, Neil Young, With songs like “Turn, Turn, stomping and whirling like a dervish. Turn!” and a version of “Mr. Tam- If this isn’t enough there is a be- bourine Man,” McGuinn and Cros- mused and delighted Ringo Starr by excited the sandy sea pop of The talking behind prismatic spectacles, Beach Boys and Brian Wilson wrote the Warhol-like Beck and the magi- the album Pet Sounds, considered by cal Mad Hatter Tom Petty reminisc- critics to be one of the most influen- ing about thick musical tureens, long tial rock albums of all time. The al- past. bum was made in part with found el- Although the absence of Joni ements: bicycle horns, layered voices Mitchell and Jim Morrison can be and soda cans. thought of as glaring omissions, One of the songs featured a Ther- “Echo In the Canyon” has something emin for the first time. The album for everyone, especially an awed Bri- pointed the way to psychedelic mu- an Wilson, a smiling Michelle Phil- sic and inspired Sgt.Pepper’s Lonely lips and a Beat personified Jakob Hearts Club Band. Dylan who wanders through a sun- The musicians of Laurel Canyon all bleached and gritty L.A. seemingly lived in bungalows clustered together. not yet glossed over by smartphones, They worked and partied together, em- cyberspaces, megaplex movies and ulating the movie star community of macchiatos. n Douglas Fairbanks, Boris Karloff and Write Ian at [email protected]

16 www.konklife.com • JULY 18-24, 2019 WHAT'S HAPPENING Surf’s up at Fort East Martello: Donavon Frankenreiter concert will be a wave the whole family can drop in on n Saturday, July 27, pro surf- er performance career with 11 albums counted tickets can be purchased in Oer-turned musician Donavon under his surf trunks and is raising advance for $25 at Kwahs.org/events Frankenreiter will be back to send out a family both on and off the road, or $30 at the 6:00pm door opening. his breezy, laid-back vibes and upbeat typically in locales synonymous with Limited special VIP tickets with lyrics in a 7:00pm – 9:00pm perfor- the sea and surfing. His concerts are cash bar and seating available for mance at historic Fort East Martello, known for his intimate, “feel-good” $50. Children under 12 are free. 3501 S. Roosevelt Blvd. The show music and relaxed atmosphere that at Limited parking is available, bicy- is part of Key West Art & Historical times ramps up for upbeat dancing in cling is encouraged. Society’s “Music at Martello Series,” front of the stage. The famed musi- Sponsored in part by Pirate Ra- a program established to promote the cian with a legendary moustache will dio WKYZ, First State Bank, Art Of arts and foster the Fort as a communi- perform from nearly ten years of solo Sound, Great Events, and The Flor- ty venue. Pro surfer-turned musician hit recordings including his most re- ida Weekly. Advance ticket purchase Frankenreiter first rocked his chops Donavon Frankenreiter returns to cent release “The Heart.” kwahs.org/events or for more informa- delight audiences with his breezy, to the roar of the waves while still a Concertgoers are encouraged to tion, contact Dani Holliday at dholl- laid-back vibes and upbeat lyrics boy living in Southern California and bring chairs and blankets for the [email protected] or 305-295-6616 x Hawaii, sponsored by the surfing life- he’s toured with the likes of Jack John- “backyard casual” setup that will in- 114. Your Museums. Your Community. style brand Billabong. Since then, son, launched a solo singer-songwrit- clude food vendors and cash bar. Dis- It Takes an Island. n

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17 www.konklife.com • JULY 18-24, 2019 B U S I N E S S K E Y W E S T WHAT’S HAPPENING Key West Modern Dance 2019 is Monday, July 29-Saturday, August 3

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oin us for a FREE* unique study experi- Daniel Gwirtzman (Artistic Director, Dan- Jence with extraordinary faculty from ma- iel Gwirtzman Dance Company) teaching jor American dance companies. KWMD is a Contemporary & Composition. Classes run one week modern dance intensive for a total 10:30a-3:30p each day at CoffeeMill’s ‘By the of 18 technique, repertory and composition Bay‘ studio. classes. Technique classes are accompanied All classes are mixed level and open to stu- with live music.The program’s faculty this year dents 12 & up. Any student who is younger is KWMD Artistic Director, Maurizio Nardi and would like to attend or if you have any oth- (Former Principal Dancer, Martha Graham er questions please contact Penny at 305-296- Dance Company) teaching Modern/Gra- 9982 . Please bring water and a healthy snack. ham, Jovani Furlan (Principal Dancer, Miami FREE*!!! To Monroe County Residents! ($25 City Ballet) teaching Ballet & Repertory, and registration fee). n 18 www.konklife.com • JULY 18-24, 2019 WHAT'S HAPPENING Key West Art & Historical Society presents The Restless Eye // The Visions of Olga Manosalvas” at Custom House Museum ey West Art & Historical Society honors the work Kof Florida Keys-based and internationally exhibit- ed painter and sculptor Olga Manosalvas in a solo ex- hibit entitled “The Restless Eye // The Visions of Olga Manosalvas” which opens with a special reception on Fri- day, July 19 from 6:00pm -7:30pm in the Bryan Gallery at the Custom House Museum, 281 Front Street. Her work is a dazzling amalgam of acrylics, oils, em- broidery, and found objects where viewers can peek into her sense of memory and meditative realm of ritual. For more information contact Cori Convertito, Ph.D., at 305-295-6616 x112 or [email protected], or visit kwahs.org. Your Museums. Your Community. It Takes an Island. n

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19 www.konklife.com • JULY 18-24, 2019 I N T H E K E Y S F L O R I D A K E Y S S P C A  Rescue Tail get worse. Eventually they decided they could no longer care for Ramen and his allergies. As a no time-limit shelter, here Ramen - the at the FKSPCA we give animals in need of a lot of extra care like Ramen a second GSD (not the chance at a happy, healthy new life. Ramen pulled at staff and volun- noodle) teers heartstrings. It’s miserable being so itchy all the time! With a dull coat, BY TAMMY FOX-ROYER bald spots and a distinctive smell we Executive Director Florida Keys SPCA all knew that underneath it all was the happy healthy dog we knew Ramen ore often than not, when an an- could be. After seeing a local veteri- Mimal comes into the shelter they narian, Ramen was put on three pages need a little bit of extra attention, both of medications! Daily baths, daily skin medically and emotionally. Before any sprays, special diet, ear flushes, ear of our pets are adopted into loving cleaning, oral medications, the whole homes we always ensure that they are works! The baths, good food and spe- healthy and happy. This means every cial massages felt good. He leaned into pet receives proper veterinary atten- the ear cleanings, grateful for a good tion and plenty of affection from our ear rub. He thrived on the attention staff and volunteers. Like many others, and in just a few short weeks start- Ramen needed a lot of TLC when he ed playing and even running! With a first arrived at our Marathon Campus. lot of medical care, and a lot of love A purebred seven-year-old German Ramen’s beautiful black and tan coat Shepherd (GSD) Ramen was bald, started growing back and his eyes were stinky, scratchy and itchy. His hips shining bright. He felt great, and his sloped low and his gait was off, indicative whole attitude and demeanor reflected of a common hip degeneration found in how good he felt, both inside and out. purebred Shepherds. He shook his head Now it’s time to find Ramen a home. you’re interested in adopting Ramen need of extra medical care before they trying to scratch and rub his smelly itchy A special home with a special family that please contact our Marathon Campus can be adopted, Oscar’s Fund is one of ears. Ramen was a mess. His owners had will never let his skin go bad. Someone at 305-743-4800. Even if you don’t the many ways you can donate to save tried, he had seen many vets, but they who will promise him an itch-free life have room in your heart and home for lives, and help our adoptable pets find never stuck for long to the plan they and help him continue to heal physical- a dog like Ramen right now, you can homes. For more information on adopt- were provided, and time after time his ly and emotionally. Even at seven years help him, and other dogs that need a ing, donating or for information on our symptoms would return. He would start old, this special boy has plenty of life little “extra” by donating to our Oscar’s Oscar’s Fund contact me at Tammy@ to lose his hair and the itching would and love to give to the right family. If Fund. Set up specifically to help pets in fkspca.org. n

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24 www.konklife.com • JULY 18-24, 2019 IN COMMUNITY Monroe County Employee Volunteers Holidays to Spread Hot Meals and Happiness

Monroe County Department of Health, donated also came with a pinwheel and time and items for the deliveries. two handwritten cards. Key West nna Marie Haskins, Special “It really makes their day, and High School volunteer, Lauryn AProjects Coordinator for ours,” said Haskins, who has Bochenick, prepared the hand- Monroe County Social Services, been doing this for about 8 or 9 made cards and helped pick up volunteered her time on July 4 to years. She volunteers thinking of donations. share prepared meals with home- her grandmother during the hol- Her volunteer hours will bound Florida Keys residents. She, idays and how much a short visit count toward her community along with Jace Thompson, Margo brightens someone’s day who is service hours for her high school Thompson, and Christela Brevil, homebound. and college programs. spent Thursday assembling and The Independence Day deliv- Haskins coordinates deliveries delivering picnic themed meals to ered picnics included hot dogs for all County-closed holidays, in- 20 people. and hamburgers, chips, carrots cluding Thanksgiving and Christ- Jace Thompson of First State Bank, left, Anna Marie Several agencies, like the with ranch dressing, coleslaw, mas. To volunteer, call 305-797- Haskins of Monroe County Social Services, Margo Monroe County Clerk’s Office baked beans, and a red, white, 5389 or email haskins-anna@ Thompson of Monroe County Clerk’s Office, and and Monroe County Florida and blue dessert. The package monroecounty-fl.gov. n Christela Brevil of Monroe County

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25 www.konklife.com • JULY 18-24, 2019 Location, location, location . . . This custom-built residence at 808 Shavers Ln. is where it’s at!

BY TERRY SCHMIDA The second floor plan was originally KONK LIFE REAL ESTATE EDITOR designed with three bedrooms in mind, Photos Contributed but was converted instead into a spa- ere’s something a lit- cious double master suite with vaulted Htle unusual . . . A cus- ceilings, a “Florida Room” type porch, tom-built home on a quiet Key West off of the master and plenty of storage lane, where all the delights of this space. It could, however, be easily con- neighborhood are just a couple of verted back to its original design. blocks in any direction. This spacious Best of all, this stylish yet comfort- two-bedroom, two and one half bath, able property is only half a block from Conch-style Greek Revival residence tourist attractions such as the Heming- offers some 1,400 square feet of living way Home and Key West Lighthouse, space, on a nearly 2,800 square-foot and also all the shopping, restaurants lot, in the very heart of Old Town. and theaters – and other exciting di- Quality built just 20 years ago This classic yet contemporary house is located just steps from every- versions – of Bahama Village and with a steel roof, and using treated thing Old Town Key West has to offer. nearby Duval Street. lumber and Hardiboard cement sid- Other remodeling elements in- ing the house is located on a shaded, cluded in the kitchen are high-quality quiet and picturesque lane, with two maple cabinets, new appliances, and increasingly rare and gated off-street quartz countertops. In the rest of the parking spots included! house, porcelain tile floors, central AC, It was fully remodeled in 2013 and is new water heater, interior and exterior full of convenient, yet elegant touches. paint, and a stacked washer and dryer The décor is bright and airy, with the are also included. first floor featuring nine-foot ceilings, In addition, hurricane windows an open-concept living/dining/enter- or shutters on all openings allow this taining area, deluxe chef’s kitchen, and home to qualify for all wind credits discretely located half-bathroom. Past and with the most favorable “X” flood a wall of glass and French doors is the zone location, resulting in very low very private tropical rear yard, with its insurance costs. sun deck, sparkling (and heated) pool, Given its highly desirable location, and lush and mature landscaping. Built just 20 years ago, the home was completely remodeled in 2013. solid management of this property

KONK LIFE REAL ESTATE • www.konklife.com • JULY 2019 The home is located on a quiet, shaded lane, and includes two rare Mature landscaping and the heated pool make the back yard the perfect off-street parking spots. spot to entertain, or relax with a tropical drink.

Another shot of the living room. Some of the décor is available for The second floor is currently configured as a “double master suite,” but purchase from the owners. could easily be converted to three bedrooms, as was originally planned. could bring in an estimated $100,000/ sold mostly furnished for an easy move.) The custom-built home at 808 agents Janine and Jon Seibert at their year in vacation rental income. The For a solid investment and/or stylish Shavers Ln. is being offered for just office at 211 Simonton St., in Key West, house is priced below its current ap- pied-a-terre, make a plan today to visit $1,245,000. or call 305-433-0552, email jjseiberts@ praisal for a quick sale, (and could be this unique and comfortable residence! For more information, visit listings gmail.com. 

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58 Palm Drive 1119 Whitehead St. Saddlebunch Key • 3BD/2BA Old Town • 3BD/2BA Great Starter Home! Chef’s Kitchen & Island Style $499,000 $1,495,000 UNDER CONTRACT! 1324 Seminary St. Unit A Congratulations to our Buyers! Recently Sold! 2318 Staples Ave. & 1222 Florida St, Rear KONK LIFE REAL ESTATE • www.konklife.com • JULY 2019 Plenty of custom decor touches make this house a perfect blend of old and new.

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1 3152 Northside Drive, Key West ChelleBe Blades, Realty Executives Key West 305-394-4750

2 1000 Eaton Street, Key West FL 33040 Michelle Clauson Kirby, ReMax Keys Connection 305-849-1276

Jon Seibert, Century 21 Island Life 305-433-0552 3 808 Shavers Lane 2BR/2.5BA Janine Seibert, Century 21 Island Life 305-433-1911 Jon Seibert, Century 21 Island Life 305-433-0552 4 3646 Bahama Drive 3BR/2.5 BA Janine Seibert, Century 21 Island Life 305-433-1911 508-269-8565 5 1424 White Street, Key West, FL 33040 4BR/3BA Mike Caron, Keller Williams Key West Compass Realty 305-296-7078

Derek Epperly & Jenna Blackwell 305-923-4833 6 58 Palm Drive 3BD/2BA Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Knight & Gardner Realty 305-393-6573

Derek Epperly & Jenna Blackwell 305-923-4833 7 1119 Whitehead St. 3BD/2BA Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Knight & Gardner Realty 305-393-6573

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Total Listing Office Selling Office Sold Date List Price Sold Price Street # Street Name Year Built Style Wtrfrnt MM Beds Key West

Coldwell Banker Schmitt Truman & Co. 14/06/19 $999,000 $967,000 1341 19th 1995 Single Fam 4 No 4

Sellstate Island Properties Bascom Grooms Real Estate 11/06/19 $525,900 $505,000 2407 Patterson 1963 Single Fam 3 No 3

Truman & Co. Coastal Collection Real Estate 14/06/19 $789,700 $742,500 3010 Flagler 1958 Single Fam 3 No 3

Truman & Co. BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty 14/06/19 $695,000 $695,000 2318 Staples 1955 Multi-Unit 4 No 3

Coastal Collection Coastal Collection 17/06/19 $425,000 $425,000 3301 Duck Ave, #K 1983 Townhouse 2 No 3

Ocean Sotheby's International Ocean Sotheby's International 12/06/19 $2,599,000 $2,350,000 330 Julia 1900 Multi-Unit 4 No 1

Coldwell Banker Schmitt Keller Williams KW Compass 14/06/19 $2,200,000 $1,985,000 621 Olivia 1938 Single Fam 4 No 1

Keller Williams KW Compass Keller Williams KW Compass 14/06/19 $1,199,000 $1,115,000 216 Fleming 1995 Single Fam 2 No 1

Keller Williams KW Compass Keller Williams KW Compass 14/06/19 $590,000 $590,000 210 Southard St, #2 1991 Condo 1 No 1

Based on information from the KWAR MLS for the period of June 12th, 2019 to June 19th, 2019

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