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By Anne Bellew first four break-ins and robberies or pried open by the perpetrators. Treasures, an upscale gift shop at Staff Writer took place in the wee hours of Sept. Cash was the targeted item in all of Tahitian Gardens. "But we're very Sanibel police are looking for a 24 at three businesses clustered these burglaries but, on Oct. 20, the fortunate that they just took money burglar or burglars who have used a around the intersection of robbers also apparently happened and didn't destroy the place. We've "smash 'n' grab" technique to rob Periwinkle Way and Casa Ybel and upon gold jewelry as well at only been in business for two seven island businesses in the past a fourth at the east end of the island. Surfside. Approximately $11,445 in months and, if we had come in and month. Unknown perpetrators used a merchandise and cash were reported found the place destroyed, we During the early morning hours large brick to shatter the glass in all stolen from all the stores. would have been destroyed as of Oct. 20, 1999, three island busi- the front doors to gain entry. Once "We lost about $1,000 in cash well." Shattered glass was every- nesses were burglarized: Valhalla in inside, the burglars went to the cash and a minimum of $500 in damaged where, according to Pettersen, "all Periwinkle Place, Surfside T-Shirts registers and removed any cash left merchandise," said Diana Pettersen, the wdy to the back of the store, and A national con- in Palm Ridge Shops, and Island in the drawers. The cash registers co-owner along with her niece ference asks: "Is Treasures in Tahitian Gardens. The were either removed from the shop Dcnise Thomaides, of Island t> See Robberies, page 4< e co-tourism killing Sanibel?" See story page 7. Refuge opens Lobbying for Mayor Drowning Text of letter from Vice public records On Monday, Oct. Education Center and thus' must 25, a 2-year-old Mayor Andrew Reding, be available to English youngster, see Commentary, page 13 the public) do William Harris, bring issues in drowned in a hot tub By Scott Martell front of the near the pool at Casa Editor public, includ- Ybel Resort. By- Vice Mayor Andrew Reding has ing council standers said his moth- notified fellow council members, mem hers, and er had four kids at the through a written memorandum, that discussion pool and, as her atten- he is interested in being mayor when does ensue — tion was momentarily the position is open for a vote on maybe not diverted by one of the Dec. 7. directly with Reding others, the toddler This lobbying effort appears to one another, either fell or jumped be unprecedented, and memos from into the churning spa. which would be illegaJ, but in a council members to one another public forum, whether it be with The Lee County may flirt with the Sunshine Law Medical Examiner neighbors, special interest groups, which states that council members or a newspaper, which directly asks confirmed the cause of may not discuss city businesses death as drowning. council members of their response with one another outside of adver- to a memo. Spending tised public meetings. Council members had varying However, Reding submitted the thoughts about the memo and its memo to City Attorney Bob Pritt content. money before sending it to council and "I value Andrew [Reding's] Council member placing it in the public reading file. input to council, but his style may Steve Brown brings Pritt approved the memo after read- be considered controversial, and forth several issues ing the law which states: "The use this [letter] may be an example of that he feels city coun- of a written report by one commis- that," said Council member Nola cil needs to address on sioner to inform other commission- Theiss. "But he certainly has the accountability. ers of a subject which will be dis- right to express his views.., [City —See page 5 cussed at a public meeting is not a Attorney Bob] Pritt is a real stickler violation of the Sunshine Law if . for the Sunshine Law, so I'm confi- prior to the, meeting there is no dent that what Andrew . did was City loses interaction related to the report OK." attorney Michael Pistella among the commissioners." • "I'm thinking of the bigger pic- The "Ding" Darling Birthday & Federal Duck Stamp Other members of council occa- ture in terms of the county, elec- Planning sionally send out memos or reports, tion," she said about the issue on Commission attorney Celebration and the Dedication and Ribbon-Cutting for the Center for Education at the J.N. "Ding" Darling National Pritt said. who council will choose as Mayor. Beverly Grady opts not. "Florida's Sunshine Law is well "I want to do whatever we can do to to .renew her contract Wildlife Refuge went off without a hitch one week late on Oct. 23, undaunted by having been cancelled by the threat from Irene. known to be the toughest out there help Bob [Janes, who is running for • after 14 years working — it tends to be very very restric- a seat on the Lee County for the city. The City Council, according to Mayor Bob Janes, had held an emergency session the clay before and unanimously passed an tive, in favor of the public," Pritt Commission]. —See page 3 said. O See Refuge, page 4 However, memos (which are O Sec Reding, page 3
Beat the Experts! 'Tree" house available... Frank Vermes won (lie $50 prize in the Island By Amy Fleming Reporter's college mid Staff Writer professional football con- There is a big white elephant at 2231 Periwinkle Way waiting for test someone to take it home. The elephant in question is a house dating back — See page 16 to the 1920's, and features such old Florida attributes as a fireplace and- tongue-in-groove siding, tall windows, and a wide front porch. The house was built by the same carpenter who built the original Bailey's store now located in the Historical Village. SiiliiiififlillJl The City of Sanibel purchased the property about two years ago as •Police Beat page 2 part of a possible future town center project, arranging for the current ten- •Regional News page 8 ant to remain in the house for a while longer. After he was later evicted for •Looking Back page 10 non payment of rent, according to City Manager Edward Sealover, the city •Business page 11 voted to bulldoze it. Building Official Jim Lulz inspected the premises, •Commentary page 13 confirming that it was tenable although in need of renovations, including •Sports/Outdoors page 15 upgrading the wiring. Sealover said that after Mayor Bob Janes asked him •lslami Lite page 17 •TV listings page 20 to explore alternatives to razing the house, he offered it to several island •Classifieds .....page 24 t> See House, page 6 2 • OCTOBER 28, 1999 • ISLAND REPORTER Police & ffiic Repoitfi
on Oct. 17 and loaded with 75 $10 Intelccable cards. Lost & Found The machine itself is worth $2,400. Armed robbers still on the • A 24-inch blue and red Roadmastei 10-speed Mountain DUI arrest loose; another robbery Climbei with a flat rear tire was At 11:45 pin. on Friday, Oct. 22, a red Nissan found paiked in a resident's front 300ZX drove into Huxter's parking lot and pulled up occurs near Tampa yard and turned over to police for right beside Sgt. Brendan Fitzgerald's patrol cai. Police are still investigating the armed robbery of a safekeeping on Oct. 25. The driver then appeared to slump down over the jewelry salesman that took place the afternoon of Oct. 1 at • Kimberly Luzzi's check card steering wheel and Fitzgerald approached the passen- the Village Shops. was found in the Mad Hatter ger side of the car, inquired as to the man's condition, "We are still working with Collier County and the parking lot and placed in the police evidence locker. and asked for his license. When Carl David Sullivan FBI," Det. Kurt Schulte explained, "and, since there's now looked up and answered, Fitzgerald suspected he was been another one in Temple Terrace, probably with impaired and called for back-up to administer a field Hillsborough County. It's, obvious these guys are not from Beach patrols sobriety test. Officer Dustin Worth responded, this area and, much as I hate to say it, it seems to me The beaches of Sanibel, with particular emphasis explained the procedure to Sullivan (whom he recog- they're probably going to have to be caught in the act on Bowman's Beach and Silver Key were patrolled by nized], then administered the test in the well-lit lot. before any of us get close to them." Officers Jane Cechman, Robert Fehciano and Terri The area was also lit by Fitzgerald's headlights, and Cummins six days of the week Oct. 19-25. One per- Fitzgerald's in-car video camera recorded the test, son was warned for having a dog with no leash; which Sullivan failed. He was then arrested for DUI, follow her but stopped when Mullins exceeded the another was warned for nude sun-bathing. processed and taken to the Lee County jail where a speed limit. deputy administered a breathalyzer test. During the • 10/24—Edward K. Puiins of Rockville Centre, testing, according to the report, Sullivan stated that New York: 70 mph on San-Cap (the speed limit is Alligator poaching? this was his third DUI. His test readings were 35]. On Oct. 24, a Sambel resident who is building a .211/.224. new home on Eagle Run reported that while he was inspecting his house, he encountered a thin metal cable on the ground with one end in the canal behind Citations & tickets Fire Reports his property. The other end was looped over two • 10/19—James Clifton Russell, Jr. of Coconut There were nine calls on the Fire Control District lebar stakes hammered in the ground. Attached to the Creek was cited foi violating the right-of-way, for boaul this week including one on Wulfert Road that end in the canal was a large 3-barb fish hook with raw having no registration for his vehicle and for having was an unintentional triggering of chicken as bait. The resident removed the chicken, no proof of insmance after he pulled out of Peachtrce an alarm system. threw it in the canal, and notified SPD. Officer "TC" Road and hit the car driven by Eric Townsend of Fort Theie weie three public assis- Tyus removed the cable, two empty grocery packages Myers. Russell said his vision was obscuied by the tance calls —- one to Island Inn on (one from the chicken], and an empty Bud can and overgrown vegetation, according to Officer Cliil Oct. 24 where the I'ire placed them in evidence. Tyus said he would check Short's report. Department stood by as the gas the area regulaily. • 10/22—Lassc Laske-Pienning of Fort Myers was company controlled an LP gas cited for following too closely after rearending leak and two dillerent culls to an Louise Blauvelt of Sanibel. Anchor Dnve address to tiy to ET can call anywhere now... • 10/22—Marguerite Naughton of Sanibel was convince a cat on a hot tin IOOI to Ginny Bissell of the Sanibel-Captiva Chamber of cited for failure to yield the right-of-way after she come down. Commerce reported on Oct. 20 that the Chamber's pulled out in front of Maxwell Alistair Keep of Two auto clashes were icportcd on the causeway phone card machine had been stolen from the gated Mottrow St. Andrew, England at the intersection of — one on the bascule bridge that was gone on arrival outside hall that runs between the main building and Casa Ybel and Periwinkle. on Oct. 23, and the othci with injuries, that involved the bathrooms. On Sunday, Oct. 17 it had been" in • 10/23—Sanibel resident Naomi Chance was Cape Coral residents, on the middle spoil island on place and, late on the 19th, its absence was noted. stopped on Periwinkle waiting to turn left to the Oct. 24. According to the police report, the gate was causeway. Delores Price Mullins of Valrico failed to Medical calls included a personal injury on the climbable and appeared to have no damage. The 60- stop and hit Chance. When Chance approached her, bike path on Oct. 25,a cooking fiic with burns at 70-pound machine is approximately 10 inches wide Mullins refused to give her the usual information and Beachvicw Cottages on Oct. 24, and the tragic drow- by 10 inches deep and stands five feet tall. It had fled the scene, heading north on Causeway Road. ing at Casa Ybel. been emptied by the service provider of all its money According to the police report, Chance attempted to
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By Amy Fleming larly well suited" for her Staff Writer "The planning commission is position, "she knows the Beverly Grady of Roetzel Andress opted not to land development code as renew her contract as special assistant city attorney entitled to have someone respon- well as anybody." with assignment to the planning commission, a position Grady's responsibilities she has held for 14 years. Grady said in a letter to City sible to the planning commission included attending plan- Attorney Robert Pritt and City Manager Ed Sealover ning commission meetings, that "now is the appropriate time for our firm to con- and not to another client." providing advise on code clude its representation of the Planning Commission." requirements and other Grady chose not to explain her decision, Saying only —Planning Commissioner Dick Downes legal t iriatters, as well as that she had no comment at this time. preparing resolutions based Sealover said in a memorandum that there was no on decisions made in hear- provision in the city charter or code requiring a separate ings. attorney for planning commission, as had been previ- Planning Commissioner Dick Downes said that he Planning Director Bruce ously supposed. In a second memorandum, Sealover had recommended in 1985 that the land development Rogers expressed his dis- advised against renewing the contract with Roetzel code allow for a separate attorney for planning commis- appointment at Grady's Andress, saying that his understanding of the adopted sion, and that in his view the duties of the planning decision, saying "Beverly Grady budget included cost reduction, and that in the fiscal commission attorney are not the same as the city attor- has done an outstanding year ending Sept. 30, payments to Roetzel Andress will ney's. He added that "the planning commission is enti- job for the city and planning commission. She has be around $64,000, with nearly $50,000 of that amount tled to have someone responsible to the planning com- served the city well in many ways." related to planning. This year's budget allocates less mission and not to another client." Downes also said City Attorney Bob Pritt described Grady as than $40,000 to planning. Sealover concluded with that in quasi-judicial decisions made by the planning "extremely competent," and said that he will now attend "how many part time employees do you know1 that are commission and appealed to city council, having sepa- planning commission meetings. paid $110/hour ($229,000'annualized] and $75 to drive rate attorneys would avoid the appearance of a conflict to work?" of interest. He went on to say that Grady was "particu-
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"I think it [the letter] is in poor form — I don't think any- of the Sunshine Law. Council members can write memos at He added that while it may sound self-serving, he'd be one has ever done this before," said Council member Steve any time." less than candid to admit that being mayor would be an aid Brown. "Someone in that position [mayor) has to be impar- As far as commenting on the subject included in the to him in his candidacy for Lee County Commission. tial, hear all sides, and in my one year [on council), I haven't memo, Hillebrandt said "I don't think it would be appropri- On the Sunshine Law, Janes said that responding to a seen him that way." ate for me to comment; I think that would be an indirect memo should not be a violation, but that if an indirect con- Brown said he would support a second term as mayor for form of communication to council members and a violation. duit [such as a reporter or any other individual] was telling Janes, and hopes to see Bill Hillebrandt as the next vice- of the sunshine law." council members what other council members were saying mayor. "It's certainly different," said current Mayor Bob Janes. on a specific vote, that might be considered a violation. "I think they'd be very good, impartial, and give people "But then you can count on that from Andrew. There's noth- Janes has been major once before, elected by council in a chance to say their piece," Brown said, adding that he, too, ing wrong with it. It's his prerogative. I like Andrew — he's 1995. According to city records consecutive or multiple is' pleased to see a Sanibel person running for the Lee learned a lot in the past few years." mayoral terms in the past have included — Wally Kain was County Commission. As far as content, Janes said "it now elevates the election elected as mayor in 1994 and 1997, Mike Miracle was Bill Hillebrandt stated that he hadn't yet had a chance to of the mayor into the public forum for the first time. Who is elected in 1990 and 1991, Fred Valtin in 1983, 1984 and read the memorandum, but .that the. idea of it "certainly nominated is up to my colleagues. If I were nominated^ I'd 1986, and Porter Goss, 1974-76, and 1981. doesn't bother me — I'm certain he checked the legalities certainly consider'it an honor."
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SANIBEL CITY COUNCIL MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS (MacKENZIE HALL) Robberies From page 1 800 DUNLOP ROAD NOVEMBER 2,1999 it's been extremely hard to get up. Most of Sanibel-Captiva Chamber of Commerce, AGENDA the damage to the merchandise was caused commented, "This kind of thing is relative- (ADDITIONAL RULES AND PROCEDURES ON LAST PAGE OF THIS AGENDA) by the flying glass chips. For us to lose ly rare on the islands and is usually part of even a half a day when we've just opened is an on-going plan by one or two people. 9:00 AM 1. Invocation and Pledge oi Allegiance (Councilman Brown) a disaster during this before-season lull." SPD is very capable, and I would expect "They took almost $10,000 in gold and arrests at any time." 2. Reading of student essay on the City's 25th Anniveisaiy. (Ms Chelsea broke up my brand new, month-old regis- Police, in fact, have what might be a Grmstead, Second Grader, Sanibel School) ter," Seaside/Surfside Shoppe's Indiu lead in that several stores in both Mansukhani said in disgust. "They got Periwinkle Place and Tahitian Gardens 3 Public Comments (Maximum time allotted, with a limitation of 5 minutes per $142 in cash from the register, and cleaned reported a suspicious person in their loca- speaker. The time allotted during the second public comments item, at the end of out six shelves of gold jewelry. Thank God, tions during the afternoon hours either the the meeting, is more flexible.) I had that sunscreen tinting on the door; it day before or the day of the robberies. more or less held the glass together so it Described as white, in his early 20s, about 4. First Reading of oidinance(s) and scheduling of Public Hearmg(s). didn't spray everywhere Of course, the 5-feet 10-inches to six feet, with dyed, (Note The First Reading is not a Public Hearing and no discussion or testimony glass has to be replaced, but the store was spikey blond hair on top and darker shoit not all that bad. The officers speculated that hair on the sides and back of his head, he will be taken.) these people might have been on bikes or sported lots of tattoos on his arms and, most walking," noticeably, a snake coiled around the right AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 6, ARTICLE I OF THE CODE OF side of his neck. He entered at least one of ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF SANIBEL, TITLED THE SANIBEL Officer Dustin Worth had done a visual check at Palm Ridge Place at 2:20 a.m., fol- the stores clad only in dark-colored shorts, VESSEL AND BOATING LAW; AMENDING SUB-SUBSECTION (b)(l) OF no shirt Anyone who knows or may have SECTION 6-6, PERSONAL WATERCRAFT, TO PROHIBIT OPERATION OF lowing the first break-in at Periwinkle Place, and returned at 4 a.m. for a second seen this individual, or anyone who has PERSONAL WATERCRAFT WITHIN 300 FEET OF ANY SHORE OF inspection. He headed up the service drive- more information on him, is asked to call SANIBEL ISLAND WITH EXCEPTIONS; PROVIDING FOR way behind the buildings and spotted the Sanibel Police. The caller may remain CODIFICATION, PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND SEVERANCE, AND register on the ground next to the south end anonymous and may be eligible for a PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. of Weeds 'n' Things. He then called in K-9 reward. Deputy Willenbacher from the Lee Country Anyone with any information (howevei 9:30 A.M. 5 Second Reading and Public Hearing of AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO Sheriff's Dept. whose dog picked up a questionable you may think it is, the police TELECOMMUNICATIONS; AMENDING SUBSECTION I B.2.c OF THE scent and found about $1,100 worth of jew- may find it valuable] is encouraged to con- LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE OF THE CITY OF SANIBEL TO DELETE elry, seemingly carefully placed, right-side- tact the police department — Dets. Scott THE DEFINITION OF "EARTH STATION", AMENDING SUBSECTION up on the ground under the plants. Det. Ashby or Schulte — at 472-3111. Since IC.l.c. BY ADDING AN OVERLAY DISTRICT MAP ESTABLISHING Kurt Schulte speculated that Worth or his both these sets of crimes took place late at PERMITTED USE DISTRICTS FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS DEVICES; car may have been spotted by the buiglars night, it's possible that people coming off a AMENDING SECTION I E 10 . HEIGHT EXCEPTIONS, OF THE LAND immediately after they robbed late shift might have seen cars that didn't DEVELOPMENT CODE, AMENDING SECTION I E M TO REFLECT Mansukhani's establishment and they belong where they were, one or more peo- CHANGES MADE NECESSARY BY THE TELECOMMUNICATIONS ACT "dumped" some ol the jewelry, rather than ple riding bikes at that strange hour, lights OF 1996, ADOPTING A WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS MASTER take the time to split it up. "We haven't on in a business that is normally dark, or PLAN, PROVIDING REGULATIONS FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS been able to hit any fingerpunts," Schulte some little something that somehow DEVICES; AMENDING SECTION III C 2. TO PROVIDE VARIANCE said, "even though these people had very seemed odd. STANDARDS FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS DEVICES, AMENDING dirty hands It must have been some kind of Police offer words of advice SECTIONS VI1B2, VII B 1., VIIB.fi AND VII D 3 TO ESTABLISH grease or lar, because all we can pull are In addition, the department points out APPLICATIONS FEES FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS DEVICES; long black smears." that something that is locked up will always PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND Oificer George Krivas had discovered be pried open by someone who wants to see SEVERANCE, AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE the first of this week's "smash 'n' grab" what is inside. Always leave cash register victims at Periwinkle Place about 1:15 a.m. drawers open at the end of the day, espe- 6 Mayor and Councilmembcrs' Items and Reports and, although most of the island's business- cially if the register can be seen through a es had already been checked, officers then window. If the perpetrator sees your regis- CONSENT AGENDA made the rounds several more times, even- ter or cash drawer is open and empty, there ANY PERSON MAY REQUEST THAT COUNCIL REMOVE AN ITEM FROM THE tually finding the other two. Officer Bill will be no need to pry into it and possibly CONSENT AGENDA FOR DISCUSSION BY NOTIFYING THE CITY MANAGER/CITY Dalton uncovered the break-in at Island damage it. CLERK, OR A COUNCIL MEMBER PRIOR TO THE MEETING Treasures at approximately 6:20 a.m. Of course, this does not guarantee the (Krivas had checked Tahitian Gardens at one's business will not be broken into but, 7. Items pulled for discussion by Council or staff 5:30 and found nothing unusual.] if it is just cash the burglars are lookjpgfor, All the businesses ha*l! alarm systems, it's better to replaee a broken wipdowMhan 1 8. Approval of A RES0LUTION APPROVING AND ADOPTING ITEMS SET but Surfside's, which is' motion-sensitive a broken window,, tind a cash register I JFQRTH ON T»E CITY COUNCIL CONSENT AGENDA; AND PRQVIDftJd arid is not. monitored, Was the only one (Windows are $2fK)-afidHip; registers start AN EFFECTIVE DATE. ' ** . •',>, .' ', "wprkirjg that night. Mansukluini said, the at $350],, Never feiwe cash in the register v Vi .overnight' *• ' , • •* ' «' - ' •*"'•>' •,•'*"•;"'' •'• ^ siren weht 6ff amdpro&ably ^'ared the hwr- (a)' Consideration of A^SQLIJRON.DETERMSNIN'G THE REQUEST OF -.glats out jrito t^g'parkinglot'T^e other two And, by all means, If there is one, actf-.. 1 ^arm*y/tem^|?er£'not a^vated. vate the alarm systein -before Jeaving $ie TOM GiLLIS;..lX> SERVE .LlQtJOR AT >A "THANK -YOU^-XJET v 1 , TOGETHER FOR^HE SANJtBEL-C APTIVA POWER SQUADRON,4)^ y^venthoUgti^fnerpI'seeiift
X&) Consideration-of A RESOLUTION PERTAINING TO THE SANlfiEL SEWER SYSTEM; REVIEWING THE WASTEWATER FACILtriES From page 1 PLAN; SELECTING BETWEEN A ONE TftEjVTMENT PLANt AND A TWO TREATMENT PLANT OPTION^ DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO DRAFT AND PRESENT TO COUNCIL PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE WASTEWATER FACILITIES PLAN; AND ordinance decreeing anything but sunshine and good weather a^ode violation —.and it ,- PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Note: Consideration of this jvorked. Bright, breezy, not-too-hot — a lovely day. "Resolution will be preceded ty a presentation on tevenue sufficiency ' Yes, the ahsence of thePeabody Duck|,was noticed and lamented. And the absence of analysis. (Mr. Bob Lockridge, Burton & Associates) the Hautmanbcotiiers was keenly felt (quite keenly, in a couple of instances, when sooth- ing measures had to be taken io allay fears that duck stamps — particularly first-day-of- (b) Consideration of A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGREEMENT issue duck stamps brought back for the artist's signature — really could get signed.] FOR LEGAL SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY OF SANIBEL AND • Interior Secretary Babbitt sent an able deputy, Doug Staller; Linda Kelsey, an assistant THE LAW FIRM OF ROETZEL & ANDRESS; AUTHORIZING THE regional director, stood in for Regional Director Sam Hamilton; Everglades photographer CITY ATTORNEY TO ENTER INTO SAID AGREEMENT; AND Clyde Butcher was there, as was News-Press cartoonist Doug MacGregor, who gave the PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. original of his last Friday's cartoon — depicting the spirit of Darling welcoming people to the new Center — to the "Ding" Darling Society. Seemingly hundreds of volunteers, everyone on the staff, and numerous members of the 10. City Manager's Report. Society each did his or'her part to keep everything running smoothly. In particular, Senior Ranger Steve Alvarez, Volunteer Coordinator Jeffries Bolden, Society staff Bonnee Nelson- 11. City Attorney's Report. and Lisa Forsyth are to be applauded for their efforts, as are the "parking crew" — Scott Player, Paul Ryan, Mike Ward, Scott Gibson, Willie Colon-Rios and Dave Lucas, and vis- 12. Councilmembers' Comments. iting Refuge Manager Rick Huffines — formerly the public use officer at the Sanibel Refuge, now manager of Clarks River NWR in Benton, Kentucky. 13. Public Comments. Adjournment BOAT IF A PERSON DECIDES TO APPEAL A DECISION MADE BY THE COUNCIL ON ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT THIS MEETING/HEARING, SUCH PERSON MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, TO INCLUDE RIDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH ANY SUCH APPEAL IS TO BE BASED. to Cabbage Key, Cayo Costa and North Captiva
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, PERSONS Yqu can help NEEDING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS PROCEEDING » Stay In deep wMar ctainneSa Avoid » Wea rurntfitj yotii motof oviiY 6*3g?3ss ijflds * Don t discard tresh fntolti© vvfltef SHOULD CONTACT CITY MANAGER EDWARD L. SEALOVER NO LATER THAN ONE 472-5800 1 Lrioft torthe msunleesanuut bneH, tj*l, # totskjhurdonttourri Pleaa&dont' m ftlppfr i« tho water mamiteos OF gtve Ihtstn water DAY PRIOR TO THE PROCEEDINGS. TELEPHONE 941-472-3700 FOR ASSISTANCE IF * Call 1-000-DiAt^fMP *?tAi> or use VHP * Watch for posted speed lo'ie HEARING IMPAIRED, TELEPHONE THE FLORIDA RELAY SERVICE NUMBERS, 800- Jensen's Marina 955-8771 (TDD) OR 800-955-8770 (VOICE), FOR ASSISTANCE. Captiva Island ISLAND REPORTER • OCTOBER 28, 1999 Q5 Special Repoit Calling for accountability
By Pattie Pace Special to the Island "It's all about accountability and Reporter Editor's Note making sure any privileges aren 't This is the first of an intermittent scries looking at hough the Sanibcl issues raised by the public. Council member Steve Brown City Council passed abused; making sure that we fol- raised a few issues at a recent city council meeting that the the fiscal year 2000 Island Reporter fell were worth investigating. This report T raises those issues and puts the details in front of our read- budget with no increase in low the guidelines set for expense property taxes and no sub- ers to evaluate. stantial cuts in service, accounts for all employees." If you have any thoughts on these issues, write to us, Council member Steve —Council member Steve Brown to a city council member, or to City Manager Edward Brown has some lingering Sealoverl concerns that he thinks didn't The questions here might be: Should council be pro- get a full hearing at a recent Commission seat he's seeking, which pays approximately vided free lunches? Council traveling expenses are con- council meeting. $66,000 a year, Janes said he's not motivated by money. "In stantly over the set budget — should there be tighter con- public life you do it because you love what you are doing and trols? Are the trips worth the expense? Or, would even The increase in the coun- Steve Brown more trips be worthwhile if they helped provide Sanibel cil's budget from $6,475 to you want to help somebody out... Nobody in politics really makes any money," he said. "The county commission seat is "with raformatioE? And, finally, should city council be a $10,000 has him asking poli- paid position? cy questions and emphasizing responsible spending. paid and the Sanibel council is not. If that had been a problem "I feel very strongly about not looking back where we've for me, I would not have run." We're looking for other issues to review—if yoajhave been," Brown said. "We need to be looking forward, to be anything you want to know more about, or have analyzed, accountable. People need to justify their expenses." please give us a_ call (472-f 5 87]. For instance, one exam- Florida League of Cities ple we're planning concerns the Dark Skies ordinance, We want to better show the existing ordinance, see if it is Free lunches conference being enforced, and show exactly what the new ordinance Travel is another issue that concerns Brown. Coming from would do differently, So» if you have any other issues, run One uncomfortable situation he faces each week is that the it by us. city, with taxpayer dollars, picks up the tab for council and a private medical practice, he's used to one physician attending planning commission lunches whenever the sessions extend conferences and reporting back important findings to the group. '—Scott Marteli beyond the lunch hour. According to city records, the practice That's one reason he opted out of the Florida League of Cities has been in place since at least 1993. Brown generally doesn't annual conference in August. Brown was the only council go to lunch with the council or planning commission, where he member who didn't attend the four-day conference in Orlando. serves as council liaison. "I don't think you need to have every council person and the Sanibel City Council expenses "I don't see any reason why a legislative body should have city manager and the city attorney going to one meeting," he free lunches. Those are my feelings — doesn't make me right said. "I can see the city manager and one council member — travel budget comparisons or wrong," said Brown, who would like to see that money redi- attending and reporting back." He cited Theiss' trip to the hurricane conference as a posi- rected to pay for programs and ammenities, such as bleachers, Timeframc Actual expenditures Budget at the Sanibcl Recreation Center. Last year, lunches for council tive example of one council member attending a conference, then reporting back relevant information to the group. Theiss and the planning commission totaled approximately $4,000. Fiscal year 1996 $ 7,022.57 $ 5,075 Mayor Bob Janes pointed out that Brown is certainly enti- said that because of information she learned at the event, the city is now working on a contract for an outside firm to clear Fiscal year 1997 6,768.86 5,750 tled to his opinion, but he thinks the group lunches promote Fiscal year 1998 6,383.45 6,075 camaraderie and help ease the inherent tension that arises dur- debris following a damaging hurricane, a function the city is not currently prepared to handle. In addition, the city is plan- Fiscal year 1999 10,687.56 6,475 ing council debates. He said the state's Sunshine Law, that pro- Fiscal year 2000 — 10,000 hibits government officials from speaking to each other pri- ning hurricane-related workshops for council members, so they vately about government projects and policies, tends to dis- can more clearly define their roles days and weeks after a major courage council members from socializing outside of meetings. storm, such as what to do if a bond issue needs to be passed. Council member Andrew Reding, who has made it a policy Other council members disagree with Brown's one-council- to go to a, city-paid lunch with the seated city manager the day rncmbcr-pcr-mccting approach. Council member expenses for before most council meetings, said he does it to ensure he's "I happen to think participation in our a,tale and even nation- fully prepared. He calls them "toe working lunches," explain- al associations is good because, first of all, it's possible to learn Florida League of Cities Annual ing that he takes along the full council packet and goes through from them and presents a chance to network with peers, to learn •issues point by point to clarify questions and save time during from participating in workshop sessions," Janes said, compar- Conference/ Aug. 19-22 council meetings. Since he works full-time, a working-lunch is ing the FLC to the union representing municipalities. the only time he can allot to the final preparation. According to . Addressing the issue of more than one council member Bill Hillebrandt; $756.90 city records, Reding is the only council member presently attending the FLC conference, Theiss said numerous work- Bob Janes $775.48 ' requesting regular pre-council working lunch meetings. shops are offered, with many relevant to Sanibel running simul- Andrew Reding $1,001.74 taneously. For that reason, council members split up to gain as Nola Theiss $799.24 much information as possible without duplicating their efforts. Council Total $3,333.36 Paid councils ' ' Reding concurred; explaining that flying to Orlando also Council member Nola Theiss called the group lunch a small allowed him to talk to numerous exhibitors at the beginning of City Manager $ 806.27 compensation for a job well done, since Sanibel stands apart the conference. Since he has no car, he also needed to rent a car • City Attorney $ 685.42 from neighboring communities who pay their councils a salary.. and take a shuttle to the Fort Myers airport. Mangement total $1,491.69 "In order to be on council, you either have to be indepen- Two areas of particular interest to him offered information dently-wealthy or have an extremely flexible job, I don't think on municipal pension plans and telephone systems. He said the Grand total $4,825.05 anybody could do it and try to support a family," Theiss said. first was irnportant because, Sanibel is considering switching She added that the subject is difficult to broach when run- from a defined benefit "pension plan, which he calls inefficient ning for council, given that candidates have no idea how much and wasteful, to a defined contribution plan that could save the work is involved - much more than attending council meetings city "hundreds of thousands of dollars." Information garnered twice a month. She thinks paying council members would from telephone system exhibitors may result in securing lower Paid lunches broaden the field of candidates' who run for open seats, rates for the city. Paid lunches for the Sanibel City Council and Because Reding had incurred expenses on a previous trip Reding explained that while her chooses to serve on council, Planning Commission totaled approximately $4,000 in he loses thousands of dollars while attending to city business. visiting municipalities in California similar in size and function fiscal year 1999. He called the policy of an unpaid council, "equivalent to the old to Sanibel, he said he was reluctant to attend the FLC confer- (Source: Sanibel Finance Department records] property qualification for voting in the 1800s" and said the ence-. At the urging of then Interim City Manager Bob Pritt, practice was undemocratic, Reding attended to assess its benefits personally. Reding, "Only the rich may serve," Reding said. "That way you get Theiss and Council member Bill Hillebrandt had not attended a council with only the interests of the people who have money previous FLC annual conferences. and can afford to volunteer.'.' Neighboring council salaries In contrast, Reding explained he fights for equity for lower income people on the island, as he did regarding financingth e Tallahassee trips sewer expansion. By asking voters to finance capital improve- Brown, Janes, Reding and Theiss also attended the FLC leg- (as of March 1999] ments with ad valorem taxes, Reding said mid-island property islative sessions in Tallahassee earlier this year, for face-to-face owners, whose incomes or property values are generally lower meetings with state representatives who vote on policies that City/Town Council Mayor than those owning waterfront homes, will be spared paying for affect municipalities. Hillebrandt was unable to attend due to Cape Coral $11,388.30 $13,398 the brunt of the project through high hook up fees. He said the illness. Fort Myers 25,000.74 67,912 change in policy resulted in hook up fees being cut nearly in Brown thinks the trip was overkill, especially since Gov. Jeb Fort Myers Beach 7,200.00 8,400 half. Bush eventually vetoed a bill appropriating $500,000 for the Naples 12,000.00 18,000 (Source: research by Five-Year Budget Committee] Janes, however, continues to oppose a paid city council. city's sewer expansion project. "Sanibel is unique; it's an island," he said. "The system has Theiss, Janes and Reding disagree. worked well and we haven't suffered from the policy. I support Theiss explained that the council had succeeded in getting volunteerism." the sewer-funding bill passed, although Gov. Bush vetoed it at When asked how that logic extends to the Lee County the last minute, along with other expenditures he deemed had November legislative session as well." no statewide implications. Council members and a number of other city employees, "In public life you do it because But with a base already established, Sanibel is upping the including police personnel, also traveled to Tallahassee regard- ante this year, asking for $1 million. ing Jeremy Stewart's lawsuit against Sanibel. Stewart was you love what you are doing and "Our rationale is that we have thousands of tourists coming injured when an on-duty Sanibel police officer on patrol struck to Sanibel and flushing our toilets. Our citizens are paying for his motorcycle. Though claiming responsibility, the city ques- you want to help somebody out... it, but (Sanibel] brings tourism to the whole region," Theiss tioned the extent of Stewart's injuries and hired a private inves- said. "What we said is the state should be helping." tigator to videotape him on vacation. Theiss explained those Nobody in politics really makes Janes added that it's important for Sanibel to present a shew trips resulted in a judgment reduced from $1.6 million to any money." of force before county, state and federal governing bodies. $750,000, paid for by the city's insurance company. "A tremendous of amount of bills introduced at the state Regardless of focus, Brown continues to call for account- —Mayor Bob Janes level have an impact on county and city government. ability and a common sense approach to spending taxpayers' Implementation at the municipal level is expensive, with no basis for recovering costs," he said. "I intend to attend the t> See Council, page 6 6 • OCTOBER 28,1999 • ISLAND REPORTER
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money. He said some changes are already in the works following the questions he raised at CITY of5ANIBEL council. City Manager Ed Sealover has found that the FLC provides the city with insurance on FLORIDA rental cars, so council and employees will no longer have to buy expensive insurance when trav- INCORPOR.ATED I974 eling. In addition, Brown said the city will be getting a city credit card for each council mem- ber to help track expenditures and, mainly, to save the 6 percent interest incurred when person- al credit cards are used. "It's all about accountability and maiding sure any privileges aren't abused; making sure that we follow the guidelines set for expense accounts for all employees," he said.. 25th^Innwersary According to city records, meeting registration and hotel reservations are generally made by staff and prepaid, as are most airfares. While traveling, city employees are allotted $50 a day for food, which breaks down to $10 for breakfast, $14 for lunch and $26 for dinner per person. A cursory review of meal expenses indicates council members generally stay within or close to Celebration their allotted meal expenses. Councilman Bill Hillebrandt was unavailable for comment during the reporting for this (Begins j{ovember 5th newsstory.
10 A.M. at City Hall Commemoration of the vote for incorporation 0 • Presentation of Citizen's Gift to the City House From page 1 • Dixieland Band • Refreshments organizations. Community Housing Resources looked at the property but decided it would be too expensive to move the house and do the necessary repairs. The Pirate Playhouse, 7 P.M. at Schein Hall at BIG ARTS the Old Schoolhouse Theater, CROW, and others also turned the offer down, some saying that they had no room on their property or use for the house, and that the cost of moving • Speakers, Bill Roberts of Wallace, Roberts &Todd the building, estimated at $30,000, was prohibitive. The Sanibel Historical Committee (The firm who wrote the Sanibel land use plan) said that they may be interested in salvaging the siding to have on hand for repairs to the Historical Village, but the Bill Hammond, Environmentalist and Professor at FGCU house itself has no historical significance. Sealover said • Refreshments that he is waiting on a second estimate on demolition, the BOAT latest estimate was $5,000, before referring the matter to *\* city council. Council will then make a decision about the future of the house, including whether or not to put it up for Contact Chamber of Commerce for seating tickets RIDES bid. to GabDage Key, Cayo Costa Meanwhile, Sealover said that while the final decision 472-1080 and North Captiva rests with the city council, anyone interested in the house is welcome to contact his office. 472-5800 Jensen's Marina Captiva island
TNI ISLAND fi oving reporter The Island Reporter is Sanibel's official Queitfion: city newspaper of record, published each Thursday with over 4,500 paid sub- scribers. This year, the Island Reporter Should Sanibel's City Council and Planning Commission each have Jack Cartene Glarrow Brennen celebrates 25 years of service to the lunch together between the morning and afternoon sessions every Tuesday : Publisher Group island communities. We are the islands' and have the city pay for their meals? manager only source for NEWS.
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Eco-News Briefs Is eco-tourism killing Sanibel and Captiva?
Curbside pepper I I ' I ' \ pick-up scheduled The City ol Sambel's Biazilian Pepper Eradication Piogram is receiving mcieas- mg community support as it progresses The goal of the piogram is to lemove, rn phases, all of the invasive exotic plant from the island by the yeai 2010 Cleanng of Zone I, at the far east end, is now com- plete and in the maintenance stage, lesi- dents of Zone II have received a letter encouraging the lemoval of pepper from their properties before an anticipated ordi- nance is passed in January mandating its removal As an additional incentive for property owners in Zone II, the city has scheduled a curbside pepper pick-up on Friday, Nov 19 The service is fiee to properties within Zone II only, and pepper debris must be placed curbside on Thursday, Nov 18. It need not be bundled; however, only Brazilian pepper will be picked up and piles containing tiash or other vegetative debris will be left m place Piles must be placed in such a way that oveihanging vegetation oi power lines do not obstiuct them Michael Pistella If sufficient peppei is placed curbside, a second prck-up wrll take place on Saturday, Nov 20, but debris must be put out on Thursday The boundanes of Zone II start ]irst to By Jill Tyrer "Sanibel has been successful in protecting the west ol Sanibel Inn at the end of Special to the Island Reporter Lindgi en/Causeway, to the island end of its natural resources over the past 25 yean." the causeway on the bay Then pioceeding inding the balance between enjoying and undcimining a The question is: "How can we sustain that west along the bay all piopcilics between icsoiuce is a national even a worldwide concern, and it's Dixie Beach Boulcvaid out lo l'ciiwinklc that the vanous Icadeis ol Sanibel ha\c been success and how sin cessjul will we he m the We11 on Peliwmllc lo ( ivi ^i ITI 1 llon» ' w nli iii i. the C it) siiucpiion next 25 veai s * ( i i N IK I lo lilt n il I bound II v >l Ihiu ol Ihnsc Ii uli i ( it\ Phnnu I'mu ko»i 1 S link'! ( 11 tl \ I nn n\ iiinn ! MI ml ilmn 1 i\ i II f
By Scott Martell outside the refuge On Sanibel, the primary problem was Kraus said. "People want it to stay small and Executive Editor The federal Department of quickly identified as Periwinkle Way — quaint" Transportation has funded a study to analyze which likely means that nothing can be done Therefore, the study would likely focus Coincidentally hand-in-hand with such issues near federally owned properties as far as the federal government is con- on other ways traffic can be better handled Sambel's discussion of "island stress" — that attract visitors — whether they be cerned. However, federal money could still within the refuge itself. which often translates to traffic problems — refuges, National Parks or other federal be freed up to help with road-related Two consultants hired to do the study met the J N "Ding" Darling National Wildlife lands A portion of gas tax proceeds could improvements within the refuge, said last week with Refuge Manager Lou Hinds Refuge hosted a discussion recently on fund improvements to various transportation Refuge Ranger Kerry Kraus problems and solutions to traffic mside and problems near or in such lands "Periwinkle Way Is not going to change," t> See Study, page 8 8 Q OCTOBER 28, 1999 Q ISLAND REPORTER egional News i lemon Bay Recent manatee deaths blamed on red tide
t least one and possibly two recent manatee experienced tropical storm deluges are having coinciding deaths have been attributed to the recent massive red tide blooms at this point. Ared tide outbreak that has plagued the area for the "Manatees, who are air breathing mammals, are subject past three weeks. to poisoning by the red tide toxins," said Leigh Wallace, of Another manatee death 'was the direct result of a collision the Florida Marine Research Institute (FMRI] in St. with a boat. That manatee was found badly mutilated near Petersburg. Indian Mound Park in Englewood with prop marks marring "We have specifically found two ways that the manatees its flesh. are exposed to the red tide and poisoned by its effects. In the "The results of the necropsy for red tide mortality have first place, the animals ingest a great deal of the toxins from confirmed that the lactating female manatee found near the water and seaweed in areas where the red tide is con- Stump Pass was a victim of the algae bloom," said Louie centrated. Pierson, director of Amber Lake Wildlife Refuge and "The second theory we're examining, is the idea that Rehabilitation Center in Englewood. "The other female because the lovable sea cows breathe in their air supply so manatee had been hit by a boat. A dead manatee was also close the surface, they are exposed to some of the highest reported in Little Gasparilla Bay, but that body has not been levels of the Gymnodinium breve toxin, as it mingles with found and brought in yet. the air at sea level." ... Scientists suspect that the red tide algae feeds on pol- —Sue Armitage, Gasparilla Gazette lution in the water. Some of the aieas that have recently
west coast of Florida. But it could also serve Now, the former junkyard is the spotless, August completion date. Gulf coast to redistribute the populations north and cheerful location of the uewest boat rental "If we get about a week of good weather south. business on the Beach — Honeybees on the and are able to get in there and do our work, Reel tide status As conditions return lo normal, the Water. we could get a good idea of when we'll fin- bloom could re-form in the same location, Partners Suzy Walker and Key Cheny ish," said James White, project director for remains uncertain and could also affect any areas where it had have spent the last seven months cleaning the Florida Department ol Transpoitalion, been transpoited, according to FMRI. the lot, making the boats seaworthy and fin- "I'd like to say the end of the month, but it after Irene Fewer dead fish arc floating up on area ishing up some unique personality touches, may be the middle of next month if we keep Scientists from Mote Marine Laboratory, beaches and in the bays. Respiratory distress and they are now open for business. getting rain." Flonda Marine Rescaich Institute (FMRI] in caused by the red tide in humans also "It's been a challenge and a lot of ups and "Weather has definitely been our biggest St. Petersburg, and other laboratories fiom appears to be on the decline. downs," Walker said. "It's going to work problem, but we've also had to change our around Ihe stale arc conducting watei analy- Results of the latest water analysis are and now we're officially open." plans because of eagle mating season," sis this week to detect whether Hurricane expected sometime late this week. White said. Irene has actually helped in breaking up the Meanwhile, shcllfishing remains closed to He explained that there are two eagle present large red tide outbreak along south- harvesting. Pine Island nests close enough to the project that they west Florida's gulf coast. —Sue Armitage, Gasparilla Gazette fall under EPA protection. "There still seems to be some red tide Pine Island bikepath "Our environmental permit does not present in the Tampa Bay waters, but for the allow us to work near those nests from most part it was pushed north by recent Fort Myers Beach nears completion October to May," White said. "We shifted storm effects," said spokeswoman Leigh Good Lord willing and if the creeks don't our crews around in September to try and Wallace of FMRI. "Red tide has moved into Women take site from rise Pine Island bicyclists may be only a few finish the work in those areas, but didn't Volusia County of Florida's northeast coast weeks away from having a completed path- quite get all of it done because of the weath- near Jacksonville." trash to treasure way from the center of the island almost to er, we are asking EPA now to let us finish Hurricane Irene's strong winds and water Not long ago, a small area at Hurricane St. James City. up." agitation may have dispersed the red tide Bridge was home to vagrants, trash and Rainy weather has plagued the project —Jimmy Espy, Pine Island Eagle population that is presently off the south- scraps, for much of the summer wiping out a late-
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the two colonies of protected least terns that nest on cess in protecting its lesources is represented in the City's discussion that has become retitled "Stress," now taken up Sambel's beaches. "Will that continue if visitation doubles? Vision Statement, which describes the City's dedication to by Council and the city manager. A task force is being I don't know." protecting and living in harmony with the natural world. assembled to represent all those with pmticular viewpoints' And thus far, he added, the Sanibcl River has not faced a The Vision Statement, he said, "really is part of the ethic, to come to an understanding of the pioblem, he said. lot of pressure, but, with its abundance of bird rookeries and the culture of how we live. It isn't just a government deal. Sanibel may have certain chaiactenstics that make it eas- alligators, and the increasing traffic in other pmts of the It's a commitment of the entire community." ier than in most communities to agiec on certain ethics and island, it could easily become the next target. But everyone has a special interest to protect and an indi- values, it is an island, for one, and since those who choose Many other elements threaten the island's wildlife and vidual perception of the "right" or "best" balance: to live there generally have seen the options in Southwest habitat, from development to pesticides to traffic. From Environmentalists might oppose the hotelier's desire to Florida, "it selects those inclined to natural places," Anders 1951 to 1986, Sanibel has lost spartina marsh, has been increase business; hoteliers might oppose the environmen- told a woman in the audience. over-run by Brazilian pepper, and has suffered changes in talist's cry of "no more people." The City is taking steps to But, Hillebrandt said, "the difference comes in betweeff the fire regimes, but restoration plans have been successful. find that "right" balance, he said. More than a year ago, the the what and the how." Islanders do achieve concensus on Hillebrandt told the gathering that much of Sanibel's suc- Planning Commission started a discussion of eco-tourism, a many issues, but only through "healthy" disagreement;'citi- zens have strong feelings about 'how to accomplish things. "This is an outspoken, raucous, rancorous population," he' said with a smile. "There is never unanimity on how to, bring about the what."
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Editor's Note; The following article is the fourth in a scnes of stories leading up to the 25lh anniversary of the incorporation "of Sanibel. 'I he series features Ihe iccnllections of key players in the effort to incorporate, including members from the first city council and the first mayor, as well as sto- nes chronicling the reasons why residents of Sanibel decided to take clwpe of the island's destiny, and density, and change the course of its de\eloprnenl. Porter Goss — Sanibel's first City Mayor
Now a Congressman, Poss reflects on his early disinterest in politics, and how it soon Porter Goss sits in session at an early city council meeting. became a fascinating endeavor.
By Barbara Linstrom "I'm very proud of everything — it was one of the interest- Special to the Island Reporter ing things I've done in my life and it was a fun thing to do. hen Porter Goss moved to Sanibel in 1970, he "I got totally into it — once I had the responsibility — I had absolutely no idea that he would ever get "I think we ended up doing a very tend to be over conscientious sometimes about responsibil- Winto.politics — let alone become the first mayor credible job — we protected private ity if you ask my wife and I'm sure she felt sometimes like of Sanibel, nor that he would currently be serving his 11th a mayor's widow — she didn't see me.a lot." year in the U.S. legislature. property owners' rights but remained Goss remembers some of the small details with a good Having moved to Sanibel with his wife, Mariel, and their faithful to the voters' wish that we laugh. four children in late 1970 to recover from a serious illness protect the unique environment of "It was really a big deal to buy the first police car — we that he had developed while working as a clandestine ser- had a big debate about what color to paint it. So, we decid- vice officer in the C.I.A. in Europe, Goss wasn't thinking Sanibel" ed that it had to be an environmental color but with a bright about running for any office. spot on it so you could see it was a police cur. It turned out But, it turned out that aside from getting involved in sev- to be some earth-brown car with some green and yellow on eral small businesses, including rental boats, a small motel all the islanders who came," he says. "So, we decided we it." and a bank, Goss also started getting involved in communi- had three courses of action: to continue working with the Goss attributes the success of creating a city from scratch ty affairs as the island revitalized his health. county commissioners and try and get them to shape up a to both community involvement and the hiring of qualified By 1973, he also found himself part owner of the Island little bit; the second was to go for some kind of a special consultants lo develop the land use plan. For two years after Reporter with Don Whitehead, whom he had worked for in planning district that would allow us to have some official incorporation, a moratorium on development ensued while the C.I.A. All of that together started sending Goss to Lee voice in zoning and planning and land use decisions and the the city developed its award-winning Comprehensive Land County Commission meetings —representing various com- third was to shoot for home rule." Use Plan. munity groups, such as the Sanibel Community At that point, Goss remembers giving Lee County a year "The smartest thing we did — since the real purpose of Association, the Chamber of Commerce and the Sanibel- to be more responsive to concerns that development was the city was to preserve the environment, or the unique Captiva Planning Board. What he saw going on at the com- going to ruin the island's environment. He recalls inviting character of Sanibel as the charter says, which we quoted to mission meetings became the reasons for Sanibel to incor- commissioners out to the island and driving them around to ourselves at least twice daily — we hired a lot of really porate. illustrate islanders' concerns. quality people to do our land use plan and we took a long "Basically, the things we had in mind for the future of "They didn't care — they still decided to go for high time doing it and it was a very open, transparent process." 'Sanibel were being pretty widely ignored by the county density and lots of growth here because this is where they At the same time, residents were highly involved in par-" commissioners and when we could get items on the agenda, thought they were going to make the money for Lee County ticipating in the creation of the city. it appeared they did 180 degrees different of.what we and we said, 'You can make the money on quality not oil "I think we had, like, 100 different groups meeting at one asked," he recalls. "There was a real feeling that the Lee quantity' —- so we had those kinds of arguments," he says. time — I mean, everyone in the city was on a committee," County Commission was trying to exploit Sanibel." As it turned out, however, the commissioners would he says. As Goss would report back to various island groups support the big developers who were seeking to develop big Looking back on the task, Goss feels like the whole what was happening at the commission meetings, he felt a tracts of land. process was successful. growing desire for self governance coming into being on the As a proactive participant in the road to home rule, Goss "I think we ended up doing a very credible job — we island. found himself a few times in the state legislature, pushing protected private property owners" rights but remained "We had community gatherings quite often at the com- for a bill to allow the referendum to incorporate on Sanibel. faithful to the voters' wish that we protect the unique envi- munity house and it was a good chance to take the pulse of While lobbying at the statehouse then, Goss still had no ronment of Sanibel." inkling of ever becoming an elected official. In doing so, Goss surprised himself in more than one "I had no desire to get into politics at all," he says, with way. a chuckle. After the vote to incorporate was successful, Goss '"It was really a big deal to buy the remembers a real feeling of community pride. 'There is no denying that it was a bona fide community first police car — we had a big effort — I mean this is the people of a community saying, debate about what color to paint it. 'We're going to take ourdestiny in our own hands because we don't like what our decision makers are doing to us,'" he So, we decided that it had to be an says. "It was an interesting exercise in grass-roots democra- environmental color but with a cy — it caught a lot of national attention. I think we had bright spot on it so you could see it every national news network down there at one point or another." was a police car. It turned out to be Given his disinterest in politics at the time, Goss may some earth-brown car with some have been excited about the prospect of incorporation from green and yellow on it" , . the point of view of being a private property owner on the ; island, but he still had no ambition to run for office. "I actually didn't run for council/' he admits, adding that he was nominated to run on behalf of the Sanibel Community Association. In doing so, Goss ended up being "We certainly came a lot closer to achieving what we set the top vote getter in the election for the first city council. out to do than I ever thought we would and I think the rea- "I can tell you — there was zero campaigning," he says. son for that is that we operated openly and fairly," he says. "It certainly wasn't my firmest hope to be elected." Howeyer, balancing interests in the community always Yet, the 35-yearrqld Goss found himself, not only on proved a challenge, he recalls. council, but sitting in the mayor's seat since he was the top "We had some very good environmentalists who lived on vote getter. the island who thought that the best thing to do was that "I literally ended up with a city as mayor and a council everybody should leave the island and let the island regen- and not a piece of paper or a pencil or even a way to law- erate itself and go back to its pristine condition," he says. fully do business in the sunshine," he recalls. "I mean how "And, we also had foreign interests who had never set foot do you start — it's the chicken and the egg." • . ; on the island.who wanted to maximize their investments Once he got into it, Goss was devoted. He would serve and build whatever it, took — condos, shopping malls, fast as mayor for four years, for no pay, working night and day food. Porter Goss having fun at a community event "Overall, I think we did pretty well." in an undated photo (likely mid 1970s.] to help create the city. "We built it from the ground up — a little bit at a time and we spent the next several years creating a city," he says. 10 Q OCTOBER 28, 1999 Q ISLAN6 ftEPORTER
toofcing Back The Island Reporter — Twenty-five years of news Incorporate or regret it bitterly, says Marjorie Stoneman Doughs
(Editor's Note — The before worse happens " Church Developer Jerry for grabs this year and all 10 years ago In every case, the bedspread % Island Reporter celebrated •Claiming there are "no Paulsen has an option on the three incumbents — Francis October 27,1989 is pulled back and a pillow- t its 25th anniversary last major problems" but vow- property now owned by Bailey, Myron "Mike" case is gone . only one of I year, and the City ofSambel ing to "enforce the laws," Florcan Ventures, Inc a Klein and Fred Valtin — are New bridge plan the four houses was actually f is gearing up for its 25th the state's top pollution con- Canadian firm in the race Their prospec- unveiled with high- robbed, however f anniversary this fall The trol official joined two •Overweight trucks now tive opponents are Richard rise section following news items are regional representatives on traveling the Sanibel Donlm, Jerrold "Jerry" •Exciting new bridge 5 years ago t» taken from the pages of the Monday foi a whirlwind Causeway may not be Muench and Don Anderson plans including a high-rise October 28,1994 Island Reporter over the inspection of Sambel's allowed beyond the toll- Donlm is challenging span fiom Punta Rassa to past 25 years ] sewage treatment facilities booth in the future In an Bailey, Muench and Klein the second causeway island No more Jazz / effoit to prevent further are going head-to-head, and have been obtained by the The greatest event on >* stiuctural damage to the Anderson is up against Island Reporter After more Sdnibel ovei the past 14 >, 25 years ago 20 years ago yeais has undoubtedly been ' October 26, 1979 causeway, the Lee County Valtin than two weeks of waiting, October 25, 1974 Commission is drafting an the plans were reluctantly Sambel's Jazz on the Green, , From a printed lettei in a •Yet another plan to col- Paulsen submits plans ordinance that would estab- lect funds for Captiva's unveiled by Sanibel officials but that tradition of cool f paid political advertisement for Jerry's Shopping lish a vehiculai weigh sta- Wednesday jazz, pictuiesque sunsets | for incorporation, Majone eroding beaches was put Center tion on the mainland side of into operation Thursday •A "gentleman" thief and the best party in J Stoneman Douglas writes Southwest Flonda has come * A Minnesota developer the bridge tollbooth When when the Captiva Erosion with a pillowcase fetish is "Incorporate or regret it bit- the weigh station is opened, to a sudden and unexpected f terly — that is my word to this week submitted plans Prevention Distnct board breaking into Sanibel homes no trucks exceeding a speci- approved a $35,000 project in broad daylight, confound- end According to Scott / Sanibel in its crisis They for a 56,000 square foot Siler, the jazz festival's f shopping center, to include fied weight will be allowed to design an equitable way ing police with his ability to say it will raise taxes Your to pass organizei and mastermind, I taxes will be raised anyway, sizeable chain grocery and of taxing the residents for escape detection Four hous- renounshment. This new es in different sections of the Dunes Golf Couise and "* and if you are not incorpo- drug stores, to the Sanibel clubhouse areas will under- f rated you cannot control Planning depaitment The 15 years ago project involves the separate the city were hit by "the pil- evaluation of every piece of lowcase" burglar in the past go extensive renovations f futuie higher taxation rates, $15 million center, October 24, 1984 next summer and will not be * or how your money is spent designed by Fenton White property on Captiva and two weeks, according to Election down assigning each one various Det Wayne Hinz, who completed in time to host _ I hope with all my heart Associates, is proposed foi a the event "We'ie going to f to finish line "weighted benefit units " pleaded for residents to let 1 Sanibel voters will elect to 6 5 acre parcel on take some time off and see Periwinkle Way at Casa •In the November 6 elec- police know about any sus- incorporate It would be stu- tion, Seats 1, 2 and 3 on the what happens," Siler said t pid not to incorporate now, Ybel Road and east of the picious activities that might five-member council are up be linked to the break-ins "Sanibel Jazz wasn't oiigi f Sanibel Community nally planned to become a, tradition, it just worked out that way " •Rep Poi tcr Goss made a ' brief appeal ante Sunday at a campaign uilly honoring City Council candidates /* Bob Duvison and Wally i Kain at Beachvitw Golf * Couise Adheung to his commitment ol ncutiality' wheie local otlice-seekeis *, aic nnolved Goss limited].] his comments to the nation-^ al scene, specifically the^| peifoimanc.es and non-pei-, toimances of the no'' lecessed 1 Olid Congiess
Last year October 30,1998 Bird nests numbed drop 50 percent Joige Coppen, wildlife biologist at the IN "Din" Darling National WildlifeS Refuge, didn't have goodj, news when he turned in theV 1998 Colonial Bud Nesting* Survey He reported the I" maximum number of esti- j mated nests of all bird species that nest in colonies found at the refuge's nearby nesting sites showed a 52, percent decline m overall ,fs nesting effort over the pastjg seven yeais { •Eighty people showed f up Tuesday mght'to eviu-1 ate the four city council can- ^ didates at the WanAi Reporter's forum at thef Sanibel Community House i Editor Dawn Grodsky moderated the event Each candidate took about 10 minutes to present their * political philosophy al™ tout the reasons they should be elected Grodsky then presented candidates ques tions audience xnewb&s It's the heart of ©very hospital, the cardiology department. We've got a staff of expert cardiologists, submitted m writing along with access to the very latest equipment. In many ways your good health begins with a healthy throughout the session heart and we can help you keep it that way Make an appointment for a heart check RENT Southwest Florida BOATS Fishing a Shelling Regional Medical Center Closest to 2727 Winkler Avenue, Fort Myers Outer islands 939-1147 472-5800 Jensen's Marina Captiva Island ISLAND REPORTER • OCTOBER 28,1999 • 11 f I en & Re il ale
and marble along with befitting interior design features," said of Commerce. Congress Jewelers building Scot Congress, president of the company. "An upscale nauti- "We're excited to be part of the community, and to bring cal/sea-life motif has been selected. The floor plan will the industry's largest selection of financial products, services Bonita Springs store include a relaxation lounge with an entertainment center and and opportunities to the Sanibel area and all of Southwest Congress Jewelers, soft drinks to make customers feel at home while they are Florida," Robbins said. "Our consumers want financial solu- a family-owned and waiting for work to be done or gift wrapping. There will also tions to meet their individual lifestyles... they want flexibility operated retail jeweler be two private selling rooms with sofas, providing a comfort- and convenience. That's what Norwest Mortgage is all whose roots date back able place for customers to gain product knowledge and view about." to the 1930s in the exciting jewelry fashions and trends." Based in Des Moines, Iowa, Norwest Mortgage, Inc. is a Midwest, has recently The company specializes in specially-designed and hand- subsidiary of Wells Fargo & Company. It is the nation's lead- broken ground for its crafted sea-life jewelry, jewelry made from Spanish treasure ing originator of residential mortgages with more than 800 second, and largest, coins recovered from sunken ships, and the redesigning and stores nationwide. store. The store will be restyling of existing jewelry in its own design studio. built in Bonita Springs Congress also is an authorized dealer of fine timepieces such and is expected to be as Rolex, Cartier, Baume & Marcier and others. Doerr joins BOTI completed by the Leo Doerr, a 35-year veteran of the Lee County banking spring of 2000, community, has joined Bank of the Islands as Senior Vice The new store will Robbins appointed banker at President and Advisory Board Member. be a 10,000-square- "I'm excited to have someone of foot, state-of-art facili- SanibeTs Norwest Mortgage office Leo's caliber come work with us," said ty within The Prado at Kevin C. Robbins recently joined Norwest Mortgage, Inc., Craig Albert, Bank of the Islands office Spring Creek. The site as a Private Mortgage Banker. He has more than seven years president. "I've known Leo my entire is an outparcel on U.S. of financial experience and industry knowledge. Before join- banking career, and he will be a great 41, across from the ing Norwest Mortgage, Robbins served asset for our bank and community." Bonita Bay country as a loan officer with Bank One on Doerr began his banking career more club community. The Sanibel, and before that was a Realtor in than three decades ago at Lee County lower level will have Muncie, Indiana. Bank, one of only two commercial displays of fine high- Scot Congress, back, with Norwest Mortgage, Inc., the nation's banks in Lee County at the time. During fashion timepieces and wife, Melissa and mom,leading provider of retail residential his 24-year tenure at Lee County Bank jewelry by exclusive Dee Congress mortgages, recently celebrated the — later acquired by First Florida Bank designers. The second grand opening of its newest retail store — he was instrumental in handling Doerr level will be for office administration and personnel training. on Sanibel, located at 2402 Palm Ride many loans to benefit Sanibel, includ- Courtelis of Miami, Florida, the General Contractor for Road. ing the original development loan for the Dunes Golf & the shopping center, is constructing the building for Congress Robbins is a member of the Country Club. In 1989, Doerr joined Heritage National Bank Jewelers. Robin Blosco Designers & Planners of Miami was Sanibel/Captiva Association of where he served as president and CEO. After Heritage named the architect to design the store's exterior and interior Realtors, Fort Myers Women's Council became SouthTrust Bank, Doerr served as Executive Vice spaces. London Bay Homes of Naples, Fl., will also be work- of Realtors, Sanibel/Captiva Chamber Robbins President until he joined Bank of the Islands. ing with that firm on the interior design. of Commerce, Lee Island Coast "The store will have elegant architecture of exquisite stone Association of Realtors and the Southwest Florida Chamber Island Permits
Permits issued by the Sanibel $3,743: Ziccardi, 660 Anchor—boat enclosure by Kurt W. Hopson. $24,100: Hall, Sandalfoot-Unit Building Department for the week dock only; and $10,132: Bralove, 1480 $22,000: Jackson, 2037 South 3C1—minor interior condo remodel by ending Oct. 21 included: Royal Poinciana—boat dock & lift by Yachtsman—garage addition by owner. Associated Construction. $200,000: Ireland, 651 North Florida Marine Construction. $150,000: Cross, 1918 Woodring— $4,000: Bostick, Beachcomber-Unit Yachtsman—single family residence by $25,000: Eldh, 1136 Golden Olive- addition/remodel by Michael E. Dl 01-—-enclose porch w/sliding glass Kennedy Construction. pool & deck by Baker Contracting. Powell. doors by Sanibel Glass & Mirror. $128,000: Kelley, 1825 Farm Trail $38,172: Nutmeg Condominium, $22,000: Trahant, 9225 Dimmick— $7,500: Manolson, 231 Hurricane— and $165,000: Hochschild, 1832 Farm 2777 West Gulf—concrete repairs by pool & deck by Penguin Pools. glass-enclosed porch by Keanis & Trail—single family residence by Advance Construction Solutions. $12,000 each: Neal, 3708 Coquina, Sons. Dupont Builders. $12,000: Elkhart Bedding, Sundial- and Combee, 8999 Mockingbird—pool $4,800: Sanibel Community Unit Q204—interior cOondo remodel & deck by Coastal Custom Pool & Spa. Association, 2173 Periwinkle—fire by John H. Wood. $2,360: Robison, 6450 Pine—dock alarm system by Firemaster. $1,600: Shield, 556 Chert—screen & lift by Stemic Enterprises. tliantoin Now Through November 20
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here was no great speech to match the great on May 5, 1978, the day that Deng launched his into underdevelopment. parade that took place in Tienanmen Square socialist doctrine of the distribution of goods accord- He set out to begin the T on the first of October to celebrate the 50th ing to work rendered. hard work of reconstruc- anniversary of the communist revolution in China. Only during his very first years in power did Mao tion: radical reforms There was nothing in Jiang Zemin's words reminis- follow any polices that could be defined as sensible. propagated as visionary cent of the purposefully sarcastic rhetoric of Deng In the early fifties, the Communists took over a coun- like the Four Xiaping. And nothing similar to the epic verses and try overcome by a long period of decadence and 38 Modernizations and oth- gesticulations of Mao Zedong. tormented years, from the liberal insurrection against ers more moderate and The great parade was conducted like a three-act the last emperor to Mao's ascension to power in technical like decentral- musical, each with its own theme and protagonist: Tienanmen Square. Under the Communists, high ization. The Chinese the civil war and Mao, Deng and the building of mod- inflation was brought under control, a land reform coastal areas became the ern China, and Jiang Zemin, the engineer enlightened program introduced, industry nationalized and testing ground for "market by electronic technology, the incarnation of the expanded with Soviet aid, and agriculture collec- socialism." Ironically China of the new rnillenium. Jiang Zemin was not tivized. These policies were facilitated by the effort baptized the Great Leap Deng's designated heir. Zhao Ziyang had been des- to blend the managerial and educated classes of the Backward, these reform tined for that position. However, the party deemed old regime with the men of the party apparatus in measures in reality S. Giovanni unacceptable Ziyang's support for the students of the order to form a new ruling class. allowed China to advance pro-democracy demonstrations in May 1989. He was economically and eventu- Giacomazzi thus removed from power and has been living under ally surpass growth levels house arrest ever since. The past 20 years have been in the communist coun- The Chinese are in the midst of a transition from a tries of Eastern Europe. totalitarian regime to one that is neither totalitarian dedicated to making up for The past 20 years have Overseas nor democratic. China has rejected collective equal- •been dedicated to making ity but it has no desire to become individualistic. the time lost by Mao during up for the time lost by Perspective Jiang Zemin has no ambition to democratize China Mao during the inter- but rather to transform his country into a modern the interminable autumn of minable autumn of his semi-totalitarian state that seeks consensus on the life. one hand, but will not tolerate dissent on the other. his life. Even in death the two leadeib who guided modem Just because China is becoming a country where China remain divided. When Deng died he o goods may be freely exchanged does not mean that that his ashes be dispersed in water. Nothing ideas can be freely revealed and confronted. have contrasted more with the treatment thai h.nl The truth is that two revolutions were celebrated However, Mao wasn't happy with this collabora- been reserved for the remains 'of his predeco^oi on October 1st marked by the names of two leaders tive concoction and ended up destroying all that had Mao was and remains embalmed according to a nail - whose political policies were diametrically opposed. been accomplished in industry and agriculture during tion that is decisively Soviet and not Chinese, delv- Notwithstanding the entirely divergent philosophies those early years. With his Great Leap Forward ing the laws of nature even in death. Mao, immoiul- of the two helmsmen, official rhetoric obliges them (1958-60], he initiated a massive industrial and agri- ized; Deng physically annihilated. The later brunch to live together in symbiotic memory under a com- cultural development program that was intended to his people the beginnings of well-being, full iue mon but false label. Although everything positive transform China's economy overnight, but which bowls, flowering industries, and skyscrapers. IIL that has happened in China in the past 50 years was resulted in the largest famine in world history, with offered his people less lyrical illusions than tlu i>>'- accomplished not because of, but despite, Mao, it an estimated 20-40 million deaths. And with his mer, but also less misery and torture, di^piU was his portrait that waved above all the others. Cultural Revolution (1966-69], he sought to cleanse Tienanmen. Ironically, the successes which came about after his the leadership of the party by launching a massive death are what enabled such a unitary myth to be upheaval to purge the revolution of any remaining staged, camouflaging an unquestionable truth: China liberal elements. has witnessed two revolutions in the last 50 years, When Mao died in 1976 and Deng returned to the moved by two very opposite forces: Mao's demoli- palaces of power after having borne two separate tion and Deng's reconstruction. The real rebirth of periods of purges, persecution, and exile, he inherit- China didn't happen on October 1, 1949, but rather ed the leadership of a country that had precipitated
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Commentary
Dining OUt, reVISl Vice Mayor Reding asksto be consideredfor Mayo r in December vote
(The following letter was public opinion in the communi- lights connected to an automat- may nonetheless holdout com- t's been a full year addressed to fellow city council ty at large. That means dissent ic timer to solve the problem, munity's highest elected office? now since the City of memfiers,] plays a vital rote. We could do likewise, with a I am of course mindftil that ISanibel dropped an On Dec, 7, City Council Having been in the minority four-minute green light fol- the office calls for a greater ordinance which would will be choosing a mayor and myself, I am particularly sensi- lowed by a one-minute ("sum degree of sensitivity to proto- have allowed more "out- vice mayor for the year to tive to the need for fair play. It is up"] orange light, followed by a col, particularly in off-island door" dining. come. In Ihe spirit of the "sun- easy to treat the majority fairly; ("your time is up"] red light If contacts. Needless to say, I don't believe this is a shine" provision of the Florida not so easy the minority. it works for the County where I'd be representing the dead issue. I believe we got state constitution. 1 am offering However strongly I may feel on Commission, I can't see why it City, it would not be iii shorts wrapped up in the minutae some thoughts on the mater in a given issue, as a chairperson I wouldn't work here. and T-shirts. of government regulations the form of a public memo. would always be even more Turning to the other issue One final thought For eight — number of parking It has been a special privi- concerned to ensure fair play, — that of my being an uncon- years now, Sanibel has main- spaces, number of seats, lege to serve as vice mayor especially when I disagree with ventional elected official in a tained a tradition of rotation (no complicated formulas and under the experienced leader- someone. It should be the variety of Ways that are by now two terms in a row]. The Board complicated zoning. Per- ship of Mayor Bob Janes, from power of ideas that prevails, public knowledge — I would of County Commissioners does haps it got wrapped up in the Scott Martell whom I've learned a lot about never the power of the gavel. ask that you bike into account likewise, as do most municipal- politics of a pending elec- the governmental process at all To avoid even the appearance the Sanibel Vision Statement, ities with a city manager form tion — one that brought all Executive Editor levels. of partiality, I would turn the which sets a goal of "Diversity: of government I believe that is kinds of unusual public sen- I would now be honored if gavel over to the vice mayor on The City of Sanibel cherishes a good principle, worth pre- timents that might have you would consider electing any occasion when an ordi- its cultural, social, ecological, serving, that will reinforce our detracted from what should me to the office of mayor. I say nance I was sponsoring were and economic diversity, and commitment to diversity. have been a simple issue — Around! that in the full awareness that I being considered in a public will endeavor to maintain it." I thank you for your consid- dining out-of-doors. Some am by no means a convention- hearing. That would have the How true can our commit- eration. people may also have Our Town al elected official. I am also additional benefit of helping ment to diversity be if we can't —Andrew Reding, Vice become wrapped up in the aware that my passionate prepare the vice mayor to even- accept that peisons who differ Mayor ide i that we would "attract" stands on a variety of issues tually assume the duties of substantially from the norm even more people to Sanibel if we had something else nice, could give rise to concerns mayor. such as dining on an outdoor patio.. about my impartiality as a My concern for fair play 1, as a resident, would very much enjoy sitting outside, chairperson, which is the pri- extends to the public. We cur- lilind Yoicei having a meal and watching the people and cars go by — mary role of the mayor. rently have a five-minute rule just as if I were back in Europe. I suspect other residents I'd like to address the sec- for public comment that is vir- Your comments are welcome! would also enjoy this leisure activity. ond issue first, because I tually impossible to enforce. It's not that big a deal, perhaps. Nor is creating a good believe it is the most important. The very attempt to enforce it Please address correspondence to: simple ordinance that allows outdoor dining without creat- Let me begin with a general often leads to angry exchanges Letters to the Editor ing a madhouse of parking and an overcrowded dining area. philosophical statement. I between the chair and the per- Island Reporter We shouldn't be more and more restrictive on every- belive democracy is about free son in question. That frays P.O. Box 8«9 thing, with the hopes that it will not "attract" visitors. We and open deliberation, not everyone's nerves, detracts . SanJtael»I&339S7 . need to keep things simpler and say "this is our island and about uniformity of opinion. To from decorum, and contributes this is what we would enjoy to make it an even better place be truly representative, a leg- to a perception of unequal treat- Letters must bo signed «wd include a for us." islative body like the city coun- ment. I believe there is a better phone number lor verification. cil must reflect as faithfully as way. The Board of County The editor will endeavor to print possible the full spectrum of Commissioners use colored. as many letters as possible. There are many reasons for wildlife decline
nformation coming out of Everglades National Park "/ shock people when I tell I believe it is because says that wading bird populations which nest there are the State Jcnows tha£ alliga- I90% lower today than they were prior to World War them that if we were truly* inter- tors are not really that II. Surveys which have been conducted by J. N. "Ding" much of a threat. And an Darling NWR staff here on Sanibel conclude that our nest- ested in saving the manatee, wealligator under five feet ing wading birds here locally may be as much as 60% lower does not have a marketable than they were 10 years ago. should probably hunt it. Then I hide. But most importantly, How can a group of birds that has hundreds of thousands can guarantee we would have an alligator under five feet of tourists traveling to South Florida every year to view is not sexually mature and them in their natural habitat be in such drastic decline? speed limits on motorboats every- hasn't bred yet AND Almost everybody loves them and practically nobody hunts replaced himself in the res- them anymore. So, what's up? where the manatees habituate." idential pond with a whole Ever since I started learning about wildlife population bunch of baby alligators. declines, I have heard the popular buzz-phrase, "loss of Mark Westall This begs the ques- habitat." But to put it a different way, what we are basically tion if the State believes trying to do is turn Florida into New Jersey (I apologize to the powers-that-be could rationalize the restrictions pre- that alligators grow up to Mark Bird Westall my readers from New Jersey]. I pick on New Jersey because serving these habitats would place upon the rights of private be dangerous, then why of my unfair Midwestern stereo-typed thoughts that much of property owners and the game species began to recover. does the State WANT alli- New Jersey looks like Newark. But also, because some of By the 1970'$, the value of the non-game species came to gators breeding in our the toughest land use laws in the country protecting the nat- the forefront and, in 1973, the Endangered Species Act was backyards? Well, where do ural environment are in New Jersey — in places like the passed and represented a landmark in resource manage- you think the State gets the Bird's Eye Pine Barrens and Cape May. ment, This law was an' official recognition that all species, most support for hunting When I served on Sanibel City Council for 8 years, I whether game or non-game, have a right to exist in this alligators? In the swamps View came to realize how difficult it has been for communities in country. during hunting season, or South Florida to protect their world from over-exploitation. As I go through the discussion of habitat loss, wildlife in someone's backyard that« If you-pass a law in Florida that protects the environment, population declines and management policies on my canoe just moved here from up such, as has been done in the Pine- Barrens, you'll be called trips, I am often confronted by people who don't believe North and"they've watched a Tarzan or Crocodile Dundee a communist so quick it will make your head spin. But in that wildlife is declining in this country. They say, "Now -. movie and are afraid of crocodiltans? We are forced to live New Jersey, not only have the politicians accepted that Bird, you're telling'me that people move in, civilization" with alligators because they are a commercial resource. To something has to be done to protect what little is left, the occurs, habitat begins to disappear and wildlife populations bad we can't justify forcing the motorboats to live with judges who hear the lawsuits about property rights can agree decline! Well, I come from up North and we have lots of manatees. with the politicians that the natural environment MUST be r people and civilizationr.around and the wildlife is doing just Of course, I am not promoting the hunting of our endan- preserved. When Florida looks more like Newark, we will great!^ '..'.- gered manatee, but I do think it is important to recognize the see an increased effort from both politicians and judges to So, I ask them to list some of the species which they feel built in biases that even our government wildlife agencies protebt what's left. represents healthy wildlife populations. Invariably, they say, have when managing our natural resources. I hope the time But there are many causes to wildlife population decline. "Well, we have white-tailed deer and Canada geese coming is coming that the people of this country will demand equal Overdevelopment is not the only culprit. Sometimes, those out of our ears. We even have wild turkey coming back!" efforts to preserve not only the game species, but the non- causes are surprising unless you understand the "selfish And for the last few years, a new comment has been added, game species as well. My next column will discuss one of gene" concept which I have been ruminating about ad nau- "Why, we even have black bear coming through the edges the worst things that ever happened to the wading birds seam in my last several columns. of our neighborhoods!" I respond by saying, "Bingo! Those which are declining here on Sanibel,.,.the building of the Have you ever noticed that most of our endangered are all game species. The government can justify forcing Wildlife Drive. species are "non-game" species? Species such as wood people to live even with black bear because there is a hunter storks (Mycteria americana], California condors out there who wants to shoot it." * Our instinctive fear of crocodilians will be discussed in (Gymnogyps californianus], red-cockaded woodpeckers American alligators (Alligator mississippiensis] and a later column. (Dendrocopos borealis], whooping cranes (Grus ameri- manatees are a case in point. I shock people when I tell them cana], West Indian manatees (Trichechus manatus]. To the that if we were truly interested in saving the manatee, we novice, it might appear more logical that the "game" species should probably hunt it. Then I can guarantee we would {Mark "Bird" Westall has owned and operated Canoe would run a greater risk of becoming endangered. Why is have speed limits on motorboats everywhere the manatees Adventures for 21 years on Sanibel and Captiva. A former this year's duck migration one of the largest seen in habituate. Think how many people feel that manatees are planning commissioner, city councilman and mayor, Westall decades? After all, aren't they the ones that we are shooting kind of cute and'should be protected, but are not so sure they is a noted environmentalist. He founded The International all the time. want to live with an alligator in the lake in their backyard.* Osprey Foundation, regularly does aerial surveys of Lee But it is the fact that game species, such as migratory But the fact of the matter is, the State will not harvest an County's eagle nests and is a licensed alligator handler. A ducks, which ARE hunted that is their saving grace. People alligator until it is at least 5-6 feet long. They say that they Bird's Eye View will appear intermittently in the Island like J. N. "Ding" Darling and Aldo Leopold had the vision remove the big ones because they are a potential threat to Reporter.] and foresight to recognize the need for preserving these our children. But the small alligators grow about a foot a species' habitats. And they fought long and hard to convince year. So before long, the little ones become large enough to the public of the need for resource management. Eventually, supposedly hurt someone. Why doesn't the State remove the little ones BEFORE they "become a threat" to our children? 14 • OCTOBER 28, 1999 • ISLAND REPORTER
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Stepping A Word with Hie Director Out The Glass Menagerie opens next Thursday
On the island By Jill Goodman they are rather bad or miscast. I feel that Staff Writer American professional theater ought to regularly BIG Arts revive the best American plays. Director's Notes 900 Dunlop Road The Pirate Playhouse at the J. Howard Wood "American theaters are more prone to revive 395-0900 Theater opens their season next Thursday with Shakespeare than American playwrights — "The Schein Hall the Tennessee Williams' classic, "The Glass Glass Menagerie" is one of the four great master- Little Monster Tales!" Menagerie." pieces of American theater," Elias said. Oct 29, 4 p.m. Producing Artistic Director Ralph Elias point- The Glass Menagerie takes place in St Louis, $3, adults free. ed out the many changes and improvements he Missouri in the late 1930s during the great has effected during his nine month engagement depression. Ongoing workshops in art, in particular, the nearly all-new staff of behind It is the story of a family trapped in a tenement crafts, music, dance, yoga, the scenes crew as well as a professional acting and strapped by the national financial decline. Liberal arts and classes for staff. The daughter, Laura, is disabled and yearns for Youngsters "The situation is hugely improved since last romance, love and a normal life. Her brother, year and I think it's a good group...real career Tom is anxious to break away from his demand- Pirate Playhouse professionals with experience," he said in a ing mother, Amanda, to begin a career as an 472-0006 recent interview. artist. Concerned for his reclusive sister, Tom 2200 Periwinkle Way A far cry from British farce or high comedy, encourages his friend, Jim, to meet his sister with "The Glass Menagerie" the first play of the season deals with deep emo- the hope he would become the "gentleman Nov. 4-28 tional issues. caller" his mother hopes will court Laura. $25 "People were really enthusiastic about Laura likes Jim and as they dance a glass fig- A special preview on Nov. 4 includes a pre- "Eccentricities of a Nightingale" (last season) urine in Laura's collection is broken. Her hopes theater dinner at the Community Association. The Old Schoolhouse and I thought 'great, let's do more Williams.' I are dashed when she learns Jim is already Dinner and theater are $25. Reservations and pre- Theater have directed Williams and love the material," engaged. payment are a must. Call 472-2155. 472-6862 Elias said. The play first opened in New York in 1945 to The opening gala is on Nov. 6. 1905 Periwinkle Way "A lot of people have never seen a profession- critical acclaim and is widely regarded by critics "The Glass Menagerie" will run, Tues. - Sat. "Dracula" al stage production of "The Glass Menagerie." as one of the best plays ever to be written in the 8 p.m., with Wed. and Sun. matinees at 3 p.m. Through Nov. 27 They've seen high school or TV versions and twentieth century. through Nov. 28. Call 472-0006 for reservations. Mon. - Sat. 8 p.m. $24
In Fort Myers Broadway Palm Dinner Dateline Sanibel-Captiva Theater 1380 Colonial Blvd. Fort Myers • 10:30-11:30 a.m. Ballroom Dancing with • 10 a.m. Re-enactment of the 1974 election 278-4422 Friday, Oct. 29 Vanessa Stocker. On-going. Call BIG Arts at on leplica ballots. Courtyard at City Hall. "Phantom" • 9 a.m. to noon. Methods & Techniques aj 395-0900 to register and to determine cost. Featuring Charlotte Heimann reading "Why Through Nov. 20 Oil Painting with Lois Ferguson. For the per- • 6 p.m. Beachcombers, a friendship club we Became a City" and the presentation of the Tues. - Sat. Selected son who's always wanted to paint in oils but for singles. Sanibel Congregational Church in Luc Centuiy sculpture by the island's citizens. Matinees, Sunday and has been afraid to tiy. Six-week series: $60 Heron Hall. Debby Dearborn introduces In addition to providing the Dixieland band, Twilight shows. plus supplies; $14 single session. Call BIG "School Books & Rare Books," including the Democratic Club has replicated the origi- Tickets $20 - $37 Arts at 395-0900 to register and get supply list. some Irom her collection, before dinner at La nal "I believe in SANIBEL TOMORROW" Off Broadway Palm • 2 p.m. Duicidu in a special Halloween Vigna on Periwinkle Way. buttons that islanders wore. Free, open to 'The Great American matinee at The Old Schoolhouse Theater. First Tuesday of every month. $5 per per- everyone. Rclrcshments served Songbook" Tickets: call 472-6862 or stop by box ofticc. son; first-time visitois lice. Reseivations: call • 2 p.m. First Friday Stories jar Grownups Nov. 4-Dec. 5. • 4 p.m. Little Monster Tales, a delightfully Mary Hatley at 590-0147. featuring Sam Bailey telling talcs of growing Tickets $17-$30 squeamish program for the whole family about up on Sanibel and the development of the City. monsters, children and other squiggly crea- Audience questions are welcome. TJiis event kicks off the library's participation in Sanibel's Florida Repertory Theatre tures, by Fantasy Theatre performers. Wednesday Nov. 3 Sponsored by Lazy Flamingo, Macintosh • 9-10:30 a.m. Intermediate Tap with Joy 25th Anniversary Celebration. Free & open to Arcade Theater public. 332-4488 Books, and Lads & Lassies at BIG Arts. $3 per Schein. At least one year of tap required. $60 child, adults free. for 10-week series; single sessions not avail- • 7 p.m. Planning and Conservation 25 Bay, between Jackson & Years Ago, Bill Roberts of Roberts, Wallace & Hendry Streets • 6:30 p.m. Haunted Sanibel Library, From able. Call BIG Arts at 395-0900 to register crypt doors to open graves... join other spooks, • 10 a.m.-noon. Ongoing Current Events Todd, the firm that wrote The Sanibd Plan, Fort Myers discussion. Call BIG Arts for information. and area environmentalist & planner Bill "Room Service" goblins, witches and scary people for Tailypo told by Maggie Mullins; Jack O'Lantern and Free. Hammond reflect. Schein Hall. Open to public Through Nov. 14 • 11:30 a.m. Newcomers & Old-timers lun- & free, but tickets must be picked up at the Tues-Sat. 8 p.m. Wed. & the Halloween Tonight Show — special guests, the Spice Ghouls. Singing and spooky riddles cheon at Sundial. Pam Wortzel will demon- Chamber of Commerce. Sun. Matinee 2 p.m. strate judo and explain its beneficial health Tickets $22 center seats, as well. Fly on by — it ought to be frightfully fun! effect. Reservations: Bettie Cattell, 472-9332. $18 side seats • 10 a.m. Historical Village & Museum re- Saturday, Nov. 6 opens for season with fresh exhibits and spe- • 9:30-noon. CROW Volunteer Workshop Barbara B. Mann Saturday, Oct. 30 cial display created by Milbrey Rushworth and Training Session. Free. Call 472-3644 to Performing Arts Hal honoring Sanibel's 25th anniversary of incor- register. 8099 College Parkway • Evening. Trick or Treat with the Sanibel poration. Fort Myers Police. • 6-8 p.m. Reeve Lindburgh reading from "Victor/Victoria" 8:30-11:30 p.m. The Optimists' Halloween her mother Anne Morrow Lindbergh's work, Upcoming Nov. 13,2 & 8 p.m. Party for 5th to 8th Graders. At Sanibel plus her own reminiscences. Captiva Island • Friday evening, Nov. 12. The San-Cap From $25 Community Association. $2 admission (Jr. Inn, 11509 Andy Rosse Lane, Captiva. $25 Charter Chapter of the American Business 481-4849 Optimists free]; casual dress or costume. tickets include refreshments donated by lead- Women's Association annual Casino Night at •8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Eighth Annual Halloween ing Captiva & Sanibel restaurants. Seating Sundial. Tickets: $23 early, $28 at door — Tent Party at 'Tween Waters Inn. $7 entry. limited; call 463-7845. Benefits Uncommon include entrance to gaming, $5 fun money, Edison Community Friends Business Values Chair at FGCU.. College • 6 p.m.-midnight, through Saturday. The Continued, next page Foulds Theater Monday, Nov. 1 • 8:45-9:45 ».m. Adult Ballet Workout with Last Oktoberfest of the Millennium. 10091 McGregor Blvd. at 'Tween Waters on Captiva. 936-6433/939-2787 •Marsha Wagner. $50-for six-week series; $10 single session. Call BIG Arts at 395-0900 to Features the Stratton Mountain "Collectibles in Country Cham" "My Name is Mce" Boys, yodelin' Richard Brandl, and register. A musical revue The Dady Brothers. Antiques Through Nov. 6 selected • 9 a.m.-noon. Watercolor Painting with . and Bob Fagan. Three six-week series on days and times. Collectibles $5 Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. $75 for Thursday, Nov. 4 series; $14 single session. On-going. Call BIG • 9-10:15 a.m. Beginning Tap Naples Philharmonic ' Arts at 395-0900 to register. with Merle Rauscher. $60 for 10- 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd. • 1-3:30 p.m. Calligraphy, Umcal Form week series; $10 single session. Naples with Bobbi Robertson. $50 for four-week Call BIG Arts at 395-0900 to regis- FEATURING 800597-1900 series. Call BIG Arts at 395-0900 to register ter. "Halloween Chiller!" • 6:30 p.m. Magician Ron Tebo entertains • 2 p.m. Share your summer Byer's Choice Carolers concert children age 3 and above at the Sanibel Public reading with other readers at the Oct. 29, 8 p.m. Library. Performance is about 45 minutes Captiva Library. Free & open to Lllllput Lane Cottages • Candles * Antiques «6 adults $13 children long; Tebo uses audience children to help him. public, but registration preferred. New Selection of Teddy Bears • Tiffamy Lamps Leslie Nielson in Free'& open to the public. Call 472-2133. "Darrow" Annalee • Lizzie High Dolls • Scatter Rugs °« 30, 8 p.m., Oct 31 2 Tuesday, Nov. 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 5 • Sanibel Afghans $54 adults & $27 children • 10 a.m. Kaye Cude, Mary Ann Lmton, 11 Faye Granberry & Vince Hanlon will conduct • 9-10:30 a.m. Advanced Tap Annalee" Dolls a free plant clinic on the how and why of with Joy Schein. $60 for 10-week "rowing plants on Sanibel. Public invited to session; single session not avail- 1446 Periwinkle Way 395-0888 bring plant problems for discussion. Free. At able. Call BIG Arts at 395-0900 to Mon.- Fri. 8-8, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5 WE SHIP UPS register. Sanibel Library. 18 Q OCTOBER 28,1999 Q ISLAND REPORTER
Dateline, from page 17 pasta buffet available at the school. Call 472-1617 for more informa- and cash bar, tion. door prizes, —Recycled business stationary and envelopes are raffles, auc- used by the school to help conserve paper. If you or your tion and silent auction. Tickets at Three Crafty Ladies, business have paper to contribute, please bring it to the Tom Louwers' office, and Pinnacle Mortgage, as well as school office. from all ABWA members. —Nov. 5. Sanibel Music Festival hosts Palm Beach ABWA is also selling Entertainment Books, good Opera's production of Giovanni Pergolesi's amusing through November, 2000, for $30 at the Chamber, Island one-act opera, The Perfect Lady, at the school. Graphics, Three Crafty Ladies or though any ABWA Sponsored by Bank of the Islands and not open to the member. public, but parents of the children are urged to attend. • Ongoing Church News —USA Quarter Map. Designed to display the newly released quarters and available for $20. The full-color • Sunday, Nov. 7 at 7:30 p.m. First Unitarian topographical map measures 24 by 20 inches, is printed Univeisalist Society ol the Islands service. The UU on durable card stock and coated with a high-gloss fin- group meets the first Sunday evening of the month from ish. Contains information about each state, including November through April in the Fellowship Hall at the when it joined the union, its capital, nickname, and state Sanibel Congregational Church on Periwinkle under the bird, flower and tree. At the Sanibel Library. leadership of Dr. Wayne Robinson. The last Sunday of —Mail order catalogs available. Do youi holiday the month—pot-luck dinner at member's home. For shopping in the serenity of the library. On the Index information, call 472-4855. Table in the Reference Area. • Noah's Ark, the volunteer-run thrift shop behind St. —Abuse Counseling & Treatment, Inc., a non-prof- Michael & All Angels Church on Periwinkle, is open five it agency serving victims of domestic violence and their days a week, 9:30-12:30. Donations always welcome; if children and survivors of sexual assault needs volunteers Ark itself is closed, contributions may be left on back to work in both the Second ACT Boutique and the porch. Second ACT Art Gallery. Set your own schedule. For • First Church of Christ, Scientist. Sunday service Hams to the rescue more information, call Bonnie at 418-0331. and school—10"30 a.m. Reading room hours: Monday, arlier this month a couple of islanders realized they had —Glow and Grow Raffle — Children's Education Wednesday, Friday—10 a.m. to noon. not heard from friends on Great Abaco Island, Bahamas Center of the Islands' first fund-raiser of the year. • Sanibel Congregational United Church of Christ. Esince Hurricane Floyd devastated the island on Sept. 14, Tickets: $100 each with only 200 available. Four fabu- Effective Nov. 7: Morning chapel—7:45 a m. Full wor- and they turned to two members of the Sanibel Amateur Radio lous prizes: two cash prizes of $5,000 each, plus signed ship service—9 and 11 a.m. Sunday school during 9 a.m. Volunteer Team, Jerry Deutscher and Al Rosenheck, for help. and framed Danyl Pottorf and Robert Rauschenberg service Deutscher and Rosenheck, armed with the missing couple's posters. Proceeds support and improve the school — names, fired up the long distance amateur radio at the Sanibel City facility maintenance, scholarships, purchase of school hall emergency communications station and made contact with a supplies and curriculum enrichment. People ham in Virginia who was operating his radio on the Hurricane Tickets: call the school at 472-4538 between 9:30 Net. As it happened the Virginia man had just talked to the miss- a.m. and 2 p.m. • Kathleen Teaze is Sanibel Library's new Reference ing couple and was able to report that they were alive and well. Librarian. Formerly Library Director of the Rye Public Since their house had been moved four feet off its foundation, Library in Rye, New Hampshire, Teaze coordinated they had moved onto their boat which was not damaged. • Sanibel School notes efforts to pass three major bond issues to fund renovation A few days later, the Sanibel ham group decided to test the —Boxtops for Education is sponsored by General and expansion of the library. capability of its emergency antenna trailer. They erected antennas Mills and requires saving boxtops from cereals, fruit • Susan Anderson and Annalee Layton of FGCU, at the end of the Sanibel Police Department parking lot and, using snacks, graham snacks, and Yoplait yogurt and taking Faye C. Matthews of ECC, and Jason Papanicolas of several radios operating on battery and automotive power, made them to the school to be cashed in for real live money. Florida State are among the approximately 120,000 stu- contacts as far away as Houston in addition to contact with the Don't Trash It — We'll Cash It! It's a dime for every one dents included in the 22nd Annual Edition of The Lee County Emergency Management Center. Several city offi- you turn in. Box tops are collected at the school, at National Dean's List, 1998-1999. cials observed, including Cmdr. John Terry, the newly appointed Bailey's and Jerry's Customer Service counters and the SEMP Director. The local ham group has one or two exercises Tarpon Bay 7/11. each year for training and to demonstrate the availability of emer- —Job openings. Both a part-time technology assis- gency communications for Sanibel. tant position and a bookkeeper/clerk typist position are
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o continue my series on our last Halloween 1950's. Russian scientist Vladimir Demikhov trans- gen. Then, what I think is of the Millennium, I thought we should look planted the upper body of a mixed breed puppy most gross — they would T at one of the more famous Halloween mon- including the fore limbs — to the neck of a much remove the bones that sters, Frankenstein. What appeals to me about larger dog by again connecting the pup to the other hold the spinal cord and "Frankenstein" is not the piecing together of the dead dog's blood vessels. One of the more famous Russian lift the severed head and for a new life, no — it is that modern medicine is "two headed dogs" survived an entire month after cord and transplant it about to make this a reality. surgery. from one person to the Yesterday's science fiction — the "Frankenstein" In 1970, American doctors were successful in other. legend where an entire human being is constructed by removing the head of a rhesus monkey and trans- In reattaching the head sewing various body parts together — researchers planting it on to another rhesus monkey whose own and cord, a special bio- believe will become clinical reality within 15 years. head had been removed. This landmark case proved glue would be used on the How is it possible? that head transplantation could be done. The monkey smallest of arteries and Let's look at the last ten years. We've had rapid did regain full consciousness and appeared to have standard sewing on all advances in the field of transplantation with livers, full brain function. This was proved by its wakeful- other muscle tissue. The lungs, hearts, kidneys and more recently, hands, legs ness, aggressiveness and ability to eat. But before we spinal column is then fas- and arms. All come from deceased donors and are worry about a new kind of "Planet Of The Apes", the tened to the new body Hilary given to living. The only organ that has not been tried unlucky guy only survived eight days. In all cases, using metal plates. — yet — is the human brain. But that is about to the failure of the transplant was because of attack by Who would be the most Hemingway change. the host's immune system. likely to receive a head We all know the brain can't function properly But thanks to the 1990's AIDs and cancer research transplant? without the plumbing and wiring of the body. So on the human immune system, we now have new Not rich or old looking researchers at Case Western Reserve University have drugs that prevent organ rejection. So head transplan- for the new model body ^Paranormal come up with an easier plan than trying to take the tation may become as common as liver and kidneys. — though that sounds brain out of the skull. Instead, they plan to remove Okay, you want to know the how this would done? more believable. The first Detective the head with spinal cord intact and place the whole First we cool the brain's temperature down to 50 candidates, researchers ',, » * • ", thing on a new body. degrees Fahrenheit. That allows the brain metabolism say, will be people who The idea of head transplantation may have come to slow so that its blood supply can be cut for up to have been paralyzed from the neck down, placed on from Mary Shelley in the early 1800's, but the first an hour during surgery. host bodies of those declared brain dead. success did not happen until 1908. An American Then picture if you will — two surgical teams and Our future "Frankenstein" is here. How will we, physiologist and pharmacologist, Charles Guthrie, two patients, side by side. Each patient has their head the villagers, react? Will we worry about the mon- grafted the head of a small mixed-breed dog onto the placed in a circular clamp to keep them still while ster's soul? Discovei if the soul resides in our head, neck of a larger one, whose head, I might add, did doctors literally sever the neck. Yep, they would or body? Or docs it leave altogether when severed remain intact. And for the few days this dog lived, it make deep cuts into the skin and muscles and then from the body? had two heads. separate the head from the body. The exposed jugu- All good questions and plot twists for a new If you think that sounds a like horror movie, the lar vein and arteries would be hooked up to special "Frankenstein" novel. Happy Halloween. Russians entered the "Frankenstein" race in the pumps keeping the brain alive with blood and oxy-
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FAMILIAR WITH SANIBEL AND Managers, Ad-Runners, new com- Property, Children, Missing Nationwide Lander. (800) HELP WANTED CAPTIVA ISLANDS. RESERVA- pany needs you. Top- ..„ Spouse OK. No Hearings/No 699-LEND. ..••..• , TIONS OR SALES EXPERIENCE Commission's Mag Agent's Up to For All your employment needs call Court Available. Bankruptcies : IRS AUCTION www.platinumcapital.com PREFERRED. CALL NANCY: $1,500 sign on bonus. No current Shirlene and place your ad today. $225.00. Stop Creditor Calls. • CONFISCATED ASSETS 472-1800. members. Must start today, call OF JEWELRY STORE We can cover Lee County at a ''• v '•• V aAM-8PM.Mon.-Sat. (888) 979-4089 : (800)688-3188. (800)990-9835. Sat. Nov. 6,10 AM LESS THAN PERFECT credit? reasonable rate. 472-1587 Holiday Inn Select, Ft. Myers Need debt consolidation? Call WATERSIDE INN $100 refundable.deposit to bid Chase Manhattan to get the finan- Auction Subject to terms ON THE BEACH RESfAURANf cial relief you need through our PT/FAf" jobs available, Flexible Resort looking for a part-time Fisher Auction Co. hours. Driver's license a plus. Pregnant? innovative mortage and refinance warm friendly, HELPWANTED 800-331-6620 ext. 16 Tolls paid. Call 472-1878 or stop Depressed? programs, Call now! out-going personality in at Mobil on Periwinkle Way, for front desk For Real help. (800)554-3273. The Chase Applications for all positions are . Sanibel. reception/reservatlonist. 941-542-4457 Manhattan Corporation. All rights now being accepted for new Must be willing to work Sanibel Island Restaurant opening reserved, Equal Housing Lender. some evenings, * * Apply Coatings * * this Fall. Please fax resume to : some weekends WE TRAIN/$10—12HR1 and some holidays. 472-5555 and call 472-1141 for Local Work Compensation commensurate inteview appointment. • ALWAYS A BESTSELLER* 1-800-843-1619 with experience and performance. PLACE YOUR CLASSIFIED AD TODAY!! Call jQjm Good or Bert Jenks Cheeburger,, Cheeburger looking for "MAILERS NEEDED** EARN ••:'-i'-T. at 472-1345. :.:}. '••'- v ••• help! Cook wanted F/T or P/T. Will $1/100 monthly part-time guaran- Fax your resume train! Call 472-6111: Ask for Carol. 472-1587 Fax 482-8398 teed! FREE training and supplies. .,;..•. . to 472-2148 ... . ,'. .. e-mail . '•'..'.. [•'. A word Is defined as; any string of ^characters that needs a space to Act NOW, limited positions. Send • [email protected] - separate it from another string of; characters. Punctuation la free.. a #10 SASE for free details to RETAIL FAPC, Dept. FL2599, 22433 West CLASSIFICATION- I yU.^"-"'^ '.?.*' : : -"'"^.-'r Road, ;Su|te .204, VVocjdhaye.ni'MJ HELP WANTED 48183-3150.'Call'TOLL FREE Full-tjme ' f ,2. .^ 4. (877) 557-FAPC ', . . Frtint Office Clerk ' ' RETAIL SALES Reservations and guest relations SANIBEL Competitive salary with' CONVENIENCE STORE 1 ! NEEDS 5. .6. _ ;,-V.7. A $30,000+ yr. career! Learn to '.';' beneflts'tihat include: drive an 19 wheeler CDL, room & : FULL OR PART TIME HELP: fnedical, dentai, life, ' EVENINGS. , board, meals, transportation. retirement, vacation and COMPETITIVE WAGES 100% financing/ placement.' (800) 9 ! ! holiday pay. All tolls paid. AND BENEFITS. .10:- 345-9371 Hook.Up Driving . '• Apply in person. 472-2198 Academy. AC-0070 . "'•"•. Sanibel Moorings, 845 East Gulf Drive, Sanibel, Fl. 33957. (941)472-4119. "GOODWILL INDUSTRIES - Irrime- ' BE A PARALEGAL. Up to $50/HR. diate opening, immediate opening, Process simple forms at home. part-time sales clerk - days.. : 17. .• 18^ ;i-9:";_ 20. _^. No experience or degree neces- Experience helpful, but not necesr sary. MUST own computer. Call 7 MEDICAL/HEALTH sary, will train. Applications being days/wk. (800)688-3188. accepted at Goodwill Boutique, .22.. (800)990-9835. HELP WANTED 2400 Palm Ridge Road, Sanibel 23.__ on Mon-Sat 10am-5pm. EOE - . COMPUTER USERS NEEDED. "MEDICAL BILLING" Earn ' Drug Free Workplace." WORK OWN hours. $25K- • Excellent Income Processing 25.. • Words In excess of 28 cost .25? each per week. $80K/YR. (800)536-0486 ext 136. Insurance Claims. Full Training www.1cwp.com Provided. Computer Required. •JUNGLE DRUMS GALLERY * Gall Toll Freel (800) 540-6333 ext. offers full-time, part-time sales . 27., ,;,,.:,•• 28.______29.. Computer Users Needed, work own 1127 positions. Seasonal possibili- hrs. $25k-$80k/yr. ties. Chat with folks looking for 104 wildlife art in paradise. Energy, : BECOME A personality required. Ask for 3D. . at.; - ' "' ',•;;. x>: • '••••• "33.. NURSE'S AIDE, Kathleen or Slim, 395-2266. GIVE YOURSELF A RAISE TODAY! HOME HEALTH AIDE, Captiva. Fax 433-0880. '„.. As an Avon Representative, You PHLEBOTOMIST OR 35. 36.. 37.. determine your income. The hard- ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR V \ er you work, the more you make. Training Resources, 2000. SALES Earn up to 50% of what you sell. State Approved School \ % .39.. Call (888)942-4053 941-458-5995 HELP WANTED \ V Enclosed is a check or money order If additional space Is needed, use another piece of paper. BEACH HOUSE for $ _to cover ad for_ wks. GOVT POSTAL JOBS-UP To Biller Earn up to $40K/per year. Easy claims processing. Full train- SWIMWEAR $17.24 hour, Hiring for 99, free Seeking friendly call, application/examination ing, computer required. -or-Bill my-VISA-MC-AMX 888-660-6693 ext. 17 ' and responsible NAME- Information. Federal Hire-Full sales associate for our Benefits. (800) 598-4504, exten- CAPTIVA ISLAND STORE. A/C#__ . sion 1401. (8AM-6PM C.S.T.) " MRTflMl Our emphasis is on PHONE. providing superior customer service with a Exp. date- HELP WANTED fabulous selection of Models-No Experience swlmwear in a RITY STATE Signature- li/lale-Female 29 People Wanted to get paid $$$ fun atmosphere. TV Commercials for the pounds or Inches you will Competative compensation, All Types lose in the next 30 days. All benefit package, No refunds tar unused weeks. Wa assume responsibilily for Ihe lirst incorrect Insertion only, and only if notified of thai error by Friday noon after Ihe ad appeared. We do not assume any responsibility for ad error bsyond the cos! of the ad itself. Wa reserve the right to reject, revise and All Sizes Natural/Guaranteed. Call growth opportunity. properly classify all ads. If a telephone number is to be part of Ihe ad, it musl be Included in the context of the act. All ads are prepaid and a Kids-Teens-Adults-Seniors 1 -800-242-0363 ext 2243 Full or part time. check or money order must accompany all malled-in ads. Punctuation is, tree, so use it liberally to make your ad read clearly. '• . 1-888-268-5152 Call Kim DiNicola 472-4665 ISLAND REPORTER • OCTOBER 28, 1999 • 25 REPORTER CLASSIFIEDS SALES ANTIQUES DOMESTIC AUTO PERSONAL SANIBEL/CAPTIVA CONDOS FOR HELP WANTED Wanted: Old clocks and watches, Cadillac Sedan DeVille '94, loaded, WATERCRAFT HOMES SALE _ old photographs, military items, only 56,000 original miles, must Top Notch Sales Persons knives, swords, old guns, etc. Also see & drive. Call Bill Brady for Starcraft boat 12 foot with trailer. NEW So. Ft. Myers-2 story Condo, or Will Train. old transportation items - Airlines, super price on this vehicle at Includes 4HP Johnson motor. CONSTRUCTION 2B/2-1/2B, 2 patios, master suite, Careeer Opportunity railroad, auto, etc. Please call Roger Dean Chevrolet 574-3326. $850. Call (941) 395-0413 after vaulted ceilings, carport, nice All Ages 910-7121 5PM OPEN HOUSE small complex. Paddle Creek, Leading SW Florida Corporation AT 489-2198. Excellent condition. Excellent Compensation Chevy Cavaliers '99. Six to choose ISLAND WOODS Below market value, $88,000. Package & Bonus. APPLIANCES from! Low miles, low down pay- Full or Part Time. ment & low monthly payments. Come visit us 772-5815 Refrigerator G.E. 15 C.F. 2 door, Call Ray Little for details at Roger BY OWNER: SANIBEL HIGH- at Sanlbel's newest community! or brown, runs good. $50. 772-8625 Dean Chevrolet 574-3326. LANDS ON ATLANTA PLAZA. MOBILE HOMES $90,000. 941-995-0631 OR There are several models 1-800-329-2372 in our 38 lot TOR SALE 941-982-4170. wooded neighborhood of BUILDING Dodge Neon 1996, low miles 29K, Olde Florida style homes NFM-2B/1B, screened In porch, Trebing Tile is looking for a self like new, one owner, only $169 a' (open, airy, covered parking for two cars, fruit motivated energetic team worker SUPPLIES month w/$500 down cash or trade GlNERAL RlALT vaulted ceilings, porches) trees, Property included, no lot for Sales/Warehouse position. WAC. See Ken Busch at Roger with a very ARCH STEEL BUILDINGS-Must go! ESTATE rent. Needs some work, $29,900, Apply in person at Trebing Tile or Dean Chevrolet 574-3326 convenient location, call us at 941-549-6999 ask for Undelivered Buildings including two tennis courts, pool 941-458-8238. and Ralf. 25x30, 40x56, 45x68. Huge Savings, Factory Directl Great natural setting. workshops/ Garages. Financing These new homes are priced from SPORTSI & the $280,000's. INVESTMENT Available. Call immediately. We are open daily SKILLS& (800)341 -7007 IMPORTS AND; from 12 to 4. PRJ3PEJHTY www.steelmasterusa.com You can find us on TRADES 1990 Jaguar XJ6 . Light metallic Farm Trail Drive Cape - 24 unit Apartment/Motel blue. 89,000 miles. New tires and just off Periwinkle Wayl Complex on water with pool, HELP WANTED wire wheels. Must see to appreci- Come and see COMPUTERS & $1,275,000. Possible financing ate. Asking $6,000. O.B.O. Call the real Sanibel lifestyle!!! with substantial down payment. A/C Sheetmetal/Fiberglass/Flex. SOFTWARE 850-8000-JOHN. If you would like a video, Immediate openings. Health, just call . No Brokers. 941-542-8499 Prescription discounts and Dental BE PART OF THE Millennium! VIP at Insurance available. ($13.00 to Growing Computer, Internet & 941-472-5187 17.00) for those who qualify. Wsbhosting Business. Little as TRUCKS & VANS REALTY COMMERCIAL Service Techs And Maintenance $129.99 start-up cost (upon DUNES HOME - BY OWNER positions also available. Island Chevy conversion van, 1999, 8,000 approval). (800) 404-0187. Code Located on the 5th Tee. PROPERTY/RENT Aire, Inc. (Drug Free), ml. $41,000, negotiable, fully 3000 Great view of the CAC057544, 466-0480. loaded, 941-541-2375. 4th Fairway. Gulf View Shops: Estero Blvd. NORTH CAPTIVA frontage location. From 400-1200 GATEWAY COMPUTERS... ISLAND 3BR+DEN/3 BATH sq ft. Great location! Call DRIVER - say yes to Pasohall Truck Factory-Direct. $0 down. Low Dodge Grand Caravan 1995 463-7200 Ext. 211 Lines! Guaranteed home times. No Monthly payment. Pentium-Ill 600 extended 7-passenger, loaded, forced northeast, plenty of miles. available. Some Credit Problems 6-cylinder, all the toysl Only SALES AND Tastefully redecorated New carpeting & tile 1 yr. OTR, 23 yrs. & OK! Call by Oct. 29, waive first $189/month w/$500 down cash or RENTALS New G.E. appliances CDLw/HazMat, Company O/O's. payment. Call OMC trade WAC, cash price of $8,875. RIAL ESTATE throughout Fleets welcome. (800)848-0405 (800)477-9016. CodeA28. Call Don Colton only at Roger Dean Chevrolet 574-3326 GULF FRONT HOME DISTANT 4 BR/4 BA (941)395-3448 40 ACRES WYOMING. Only $195 Microsoft office '97 professional edi- PERFECT FOR PERSONAL DRIVER COVENANT TRANSPORT tion. Full version, brand new, Dodge High Top Conversion Van down/$i95 month (19,995/ 9%/15 ENJOYMENT Sanibel - Newly remodelled 'Coast to Coast runs. "Teams sealed CD-ROM, In original jewel '93, loaded includes TV, ready to 1/2 years) Your own geatway. 3BR/2BA home. Central A/C. start 35 WESTERN POINTE SANTO BEAUTIFUL POOL HOME OUTSTANDING HOME ON WEST SOUTHWINDS DRIVE GULF DRIVE WITH PRIVATE NORTH CAROLINA MTNS DE SANIBEL EAST ROCKS SANIBEL FREE BROCHURES (WEST GULF DRIVE AREA) •••••• BEACH ACCESS BESIDE CASA YBEL RESORT Homes - Cabins OVERLOOKING $3,500/MONTH. Two bedrooms two baths LUXURIOUS GULF FRONT TROPICAL LAKE 941-995-0631 OR Beautifully furnished Lots - Acreage PENTHOUSE CONDO CAPTIVA BEACH HOUSE Waterfront Views TASTEFULLY DECORATED 941-982-4170 Fully equipped 3 BEDROOMS/2 BATHS Piling beach home IN BUSINESS OVER 20 YEARS 2 bedrooms 2 baths ALL AMENITIES Lovely Private Near shops RAPER REALTY, INC. screened lanai with WALK TO BEACH Beautifully furnished Ocean s Reach Gulf Front Condo AVAILABLE PO BOX519Hwy64W spiral staircase to AVAILABLE Heated pool One bedroom Sleeps four Newly NOVEMBER DECEMBER MURPHY, NC 28908 private rooftop sundeck DECEMBER 1999 Tropical vegetation decorated A rated Shelling FEBRUARY MARCH and APRIL Gorgeous sunrise 1-800-138-8159 Spectacular gulf views pool tennis Top floor for best 941-395-2475 and sunsets 708-481 8188 All amenities Beautifully decorated view of beach Call owner e-mail 612-472-7994 and fully equipped jlorenzo@prodigy net Call owner 941-472-1764 INTERVAL FOR Substantial savings SUNSET CAPTIVA POINTE SANTO BEAUTIFULLY SALE FURNISHED HOME (610)664-2371 • ••••• BOARDWALK TO BEACH Most beautiful AVAILABLE WEEKLY 3BR/2BA home 2 Bedroom loft 2 Bath Time share with RCI location LANDS END Gulf Front Complex. Bahamas, week 30,1-bedroom, VERY PRIVATE Screened Lanais Fireplace, paddle fans, VILLAGE CONDO 3 TV/VCR $9,900 or best offer Week and/or SUNSET CAPTIVA Tennis and Activities. Elegant 3 BR/2BA Home screened lanais, BBQ, At South Seas Plantation Pool - Tennis - BBQ Grill location can be changed In Private heated pool, tennis, bikes 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath Two bedroom Gulf Beach, Boat Dock, 541-8111 or eves 542-8855 Beachfront Community All amenities Luxury Unit gorgeous condo. And Morel Fully furnished GREAT RATESIN Fantastic Ocean Views Call owner at 2CATV's, VCP, Call owner Weekly or Monthly Rentals Spectacular View. 314-872-9990 CD/Stereo, W/D. 314-842-2147 Book now for next season SEASONAL Pool • Tennis - Boat Dock Owner 800-897-0288 If we're booked, Call owner REASONABLE RATES we can refer you RENTALS 615-371-9029 Beach Front Condo Two to owners network. SUNSET CAPTIVA bedrooms plus two baths Luxury Pine Island - "Flshermens Washer/dryer Large kitchen LOGGERHEAD CAY 248-363-9257 Three bedroom, two bath. Paradise"- 2BR/2BAwaterfront Pool - tennis - bicycles Now www.sanlbelweb.com/psb22 Large screened porch. piling home Tastefully decorated booking weekly and monthly Fully Furnished Fully equipped. Completely remodelled Fireplace. Two bedroom, two bath Private Gulf and Owner 330-864-3094 SANIBEL EAST END HOME Private dock Quiet neighborhood sanibel holiday Condo Bay front community. Pool - Tennis - Cable - VCR Two Master Bedroom Suites. Pool - tennis -Boat docks - Very nice 11/01-4/30 Call (941) Den/Bedroom with Third Bath, Gas grills, and much more. 481-3836 Please leave message CAPTIVA WATERFRONT STEPS TO BEACH plus Loft. CALL OWNER. CONDO Private Pool and Tennis. 517-321-6324 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, RENTING One block to Beach. with loft. NOV &DEC 1999 AVAILABLE NOW VACATION PROP. VACATION RENTALS In 10 unit complex. AND CALL OWNER: 612-920-1824 Sanibel & Captiva Dock, pool. MARCH THRU 2000 SUNSET CAPTIVA & RENTALS Every amenity. WEEKLY RENTALS Ft. Myers SEASONAL RENTAL PRE- BY OWNER Two bedrooms/2-1/2 baths FERRED. 1-516-628-1801 SANIBEL ISLAND with screened porch, Cottages, Condos DAYS: 248-548-4006 3 bedroom,2-1/2 bath upper sun deck, ATRIUM Townhouse. Exclusive Gulf front condo resi- Homes and Estates EVES: 248-644-40S8 heated pool, dence Two week minimum Beautifully furnished private boat slip. LOGGERHEAD CAY Near Golf Course Available now and December 23, Discounted 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, Two tennis courts. 1999 to January 22,2000 and after monthly First time offered Buttonwood Lane and Beach. Cable, VCR Sleeps 6. Monthly rates. Match 25 (608) 363-7669 rates Spacious Olde Sanibel Cottage Amenities Include: and more. AVAILABLE: Call (910) 457-9251. Two homes from beach Two bed- Pool, Tennis, Cable, VCR. JANUARY and FEBRUARY 800-572-6423 rooms, two baths, sundecks, great Discounts for long term. 941-472-6565 612-788-8404 room $5,000 month in season X- Book now through owner. Mas/Millennium available (847)234-6808 DIRECT GULF FRONT 1630 Periwinkle Way http //www palantir net/sambel/ THE ATRIUM Suite A 941-549-3474 SOUTH SEAS PLANTATION Gulf Front Great Sunset Views' NEAR LIGHTHOUSE 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, Den. htlp //www BEACH VILLAS Two weeks minimum. Fabulous Views' sanibelholidaycom LOGGERHEAD CAY Two bedrooms two baths BEACHFRONT Photos available •••••• A-Rated Rent direct from owner Upscale - Delightful 2nd Floor Unit BY OWNER Two Bedrooms Two Baths and save! OCEAN'S REACH 800-390-6829 (609)985-0322 Two bedrooms Two baths Sunrise and Sunset Views FAX 941-772-4753 Gulf Front $750/Week (Sept Oct) (609) 492-7389 Very nicely furnished One Bedroom Condos Find Your Place Pool and Tennis $875/Week Off Season Each accommodates four With (May-Sept) Non-Smoking Please call Call for Seasonal Rates SOUTH SEAS PLANTATION Fantastic View 5% Discount BEACH VILLA THE VACATION 800-982-3471 Beach, pool, tennis, bikes 941 472-5550 3 Weeks or More Two bedroom two bath HOME Owner: 732-223-6748 BEACH VILLAS 941-395-1972 One bedroom one bath YOU'VE ALWAYS V i 330-788-9329 VIP BAY SIDE VILLAS REALTOR" , One bedroom, two bath WANTED CHANGE OF PACE LOGGERHEAD CAY THREE NIGHT MINIMUM Beautiful vacation home, 3 bedroom, Atrium Exclusive, beautifully SANIBEL/CAPTIVA/ Two bedrooms, two baths WEEKLY DISCOUNT 2 bath Your own private tennis decorated Gulf-front luxury FT MYERS BEACH / Nicely furnished SAVE THROUGH OWNERI Most private beach. court and swimming pool 100 Great viewl Dock on Bayou. 2BR/2BA, den, wrap-around FT MYERS MILLENNIUM STILL AVAILABLEI yards to Gulf of Mexico Call lor All amenities (800) 899-7327 Heated pool. April 2000 availability balcony Glorious views AVAILABLE Wide porches. Sunsets' Easter is still available Seasonal & Annual (44Q) 338-8031 Rentals NOW THROUGH 2,000 Open sunning decks. Call owner for brochure Rent from owner Chateau Sur Mer area. (440) 338-5281 (BOO) 484-7304-PIN 8286 941-395-2177 SOUTH SEAS PLANTATION Idyllic luxury and comfort. 1-800-237^7526 1-3 bedroom Bay Villas or (770) 664-7186 Easy care, no effort 2 bedroom & 2 bedroom Vacation Home. Sanibel 941-472-1613 w/loft Beach Villas Ft Myers Beach LUXURY VILLA Three bedrooms, three baths. Seasonal rates Monthly rentals. 941-765-8686 GULF FRONT Amenities optional SOUTH SEAS ALSO Sanibel Harbor Call for rates. VIP Realty Group/ 1-800-878-7495 Rental Division PLANTATION (941)472-8248 FIVE BEDROOMS (505) 982-9242 PRIVATE POOL AND SPA ONE ACRE SOUTH SEAS PLANTATION 1-B00-SANlBEL_ GET AWAY FROM IT ALL FENCED IN LOT SOUTH SEAS CLUB BEST VIEW ON AVAILABLE- East end duplex - 1BR/1BA unfur- R At beautiful secluded THE ISLAND DECEMBER 17 THRU 26 nished Laundry, beach path eservations Boca Grande LUXURIOUSLY FURNISHED DECEMBER 30 THRU JANUARY: across street Nov 1st lease Two bedrooms, two baths RESORT $675 month Call (941) 472-9383 Bay, Gulf and Beach Front AMENITIES AVAILABLE Golf and tennis fees included. LUXURY HOME BEACH FRONT Condimimums CONTACT OWNER FOR Asking $1500/weekly OBO. 606-564-6985 SOUTH SEAS PLANTATION On an unspoiled, barrier SPECIAL RATES. Island Phone: 3 Bedrooms/ 3 Baths • Loft • Pool • Beautifully furnished Grande Island Vacations (219)272-0889 Fax: Sanibel & Captiva 1 &2 Bedrooms Also Available • Amnities optional 941-964-2080 • 800-962-3314 Special rates thru owner • Call 10AM - 11PM • 1-800-227-1783 (219)273-5973 CENTRAL RESERVATIONS, Inc. Your ORIGINAL central reservation service on the Islands NAPLES FLORIDA I»,\IR SEASONAL RENTALS A with over 5,000 one to seven bedroom, homes, condos, m I cottages, efficiencies and hotel rooms, on and off beach VACATION RENTALS Iscitlii Murphy ,' *"*\s / t* t / / /I Weekly, daily and monthly rentals Bi-Weekly and Monthly —*Realty, inc. t-ZOO-727-9991The Best Choice of Properties H ***Let us do the seaiching for you *' Call Naples Coastal Realty, Inc. Available on the Islands. I? LJC Real Estate Broker, call 800-325-1352 or 472-04571 Toll Free 1-877-593-6274 • (941) 593-0080 SOUTH SEAS PLANTATION I CAPTIVA ELEGANT GULF HOUSE CflPTIVfi LUXURY Christmas '99 through Millienium 2000 GULF FRONT HOUSE Marina Villa, 2 bedroom, 2 bath Dec. 24 LOVELY ESTATE: PRIVATE BEACH Private Beach At Your Doorstep through Jan. 7, one week minimum. Beautiful 5 bedroom, 3 baths - Separate Wings - Long driveway into an acre of lush tropical estate grounds all to Marvelous location & view Fabulous yourself Exclusive Tastefully decorated 3/4 bedrooms or den festivities on resort, access to 2 Kitchens - Heated Pool & Spa - Cable T.V. - Large Sleeps 8 3 1/2 baihs Full-sized heated pool and spa, nominated for architectural award, with terraces pool pavilion. All amenities all amenities; golf, day camp, etc. Beautiful kitchen /family entertainment area, Decks Brochure available $600 per night, includes tax and service. "the very best on Captiva" $4,600 per week Dec. 19th - April 24th Rent from owner and save over $2000: $3,000 per week April 24th - Dec. 18th Call 941-528-8881 or Call 513-417-2501 & leave message (DAYS) 201-569-2111 (WEEKENDS) 914-687-0360 e-mail to [email protected] ~ Negotiable Rates ~ ISLAND REPORTER • OCTOBER 28, 1999 • 27 f. island -y -y -y REPORTER CLASSIFIEDS 'i VACATION PROP. WANTED TO LOCKSMITH f. RENTALS RENT SANIBEL-VACATION HOME FOR Semi-retired couple RENT West Rocks Subvision needs beach front vacation 3BR/2BA/large screened porch rental property, preferably /2nd floor Lakefront property Sanibel/Captiva Near beach Sleeps 6 Minimum From 12/18/99-1/15/00. one month Winter rates Basic amenities $4,300 mo one bedroom, kitchen, bath, TV. K (513)232-4634/(513)287-2656 Willing to pay up to $700 per wk. 716-924-4864 ISLAND LOCKSMITH E-mail [email protected] Del Prado Inn 24-hour Emergency Service Vista MiCasa Resort Apartments/Efficiencies ROOMS FOR 941-542-3151 1-800-231-6818 RENT Del Prado Inn SUNSET CAPTIVA Efficiencies tiS* Completely Redone 1502 Miramar Street AAA APPROVED 2 Bedrooms plus Loft Cape Coral Sleeps 6 941-542-3151 Fully Equipped 472-2394 All Amenities HOMES FOR Walter, Norma & Pool, Tennis, & Beach Dan Every Weekend! Available Now Weekly or Monthly RENT Thompson Call Owner For Discounted Rates Sanibel - 3BR/21/2BA unfurnished (978) 526-7689 Available Jan 4th Bowmans HANDYMAN Beach area (941)472-4715 Quality work done your way All Subscribe Today. APARTMENTS Si home repairs and improvements DUPLEXES FOR 100% FINANCING Call Glenn Davis for free estimate 3/BED, 2/BATH, 540 4367 RENT 2 CAR Call LARGE SCREEN LANAI Sanibel. Nice, spacious 1 bed- $582.16 PI TOTAL HOME room, 1 bath, at ground level. 30 YRS FIXED 8.92 APR Very quiet neighborhood.Great REPAIRS 941-472-1587 \ for retirees. Fireplace, screened GOOD, BAD & NO • We do it all • lanais, W/D, Near lighthouse, • Make your list • on canal. Immediate occupancy. CREDIT • Give us a call • No dogs. FREE CREDIT CHECK • Cable TV & Phone Jacks $695/$725/monthly. Annual. 1 HOUR APPROVAL Installed • island * COMMUNITY MORTGAGE Call 339-2337. Please leave SERVICES, INC. Call; message. LICENSED MORTGAGE LENDER 941-461-0499 432-0771 WANTED TO Licensed #991001 CONDOS FOR RENT APPLIANCES RENT Kenmore Upright Freezer 15 cu ft RENTAL WANTED CAPTAIN'S WALK CONDO $175 2 stereo speakers $30pr 4 Wanted 1 bedroom, 1 bath, for pro- Two bedrooms, one bath. oak cane chairs $80 O B O on fessional couple woth no pets and Enclosed Lanai. Second Floor each 395-4348 non smoking Long term Call BY MONTH OR YEAR. Newly 395-0536 redecorated. 315-673-4054. 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