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WWW.KEYSNET.COM SATURDAY,JANUARY 26, 2013 VOLUME 60, NO. 8 ● 25 CENTS MOSQUITO CONTROL FDA takes up dengue bugs By RYAN McCARTHY ing” for the proposal. Doyle: Agency convenes panel to look spring would die before reach- had long been seeking a fed- [email protected] Doyle said during the dis- ing adulthood, hopefully caus- eral agency to permit the trict’s monthly meeting at genetically modified mosquitoes ing the wild breeding popula- trial, and found one last year Florida Keys Mosquito Wednesday that the U.S. Food tion to decrease dramatically. in the FDA. Control District Director and Drug Administration taking definite steps to evalu- dengue-fever carrier that County health officials “What they’re being Michael Doyle says an expert appointed him to the panel, ate the potential benefits and caused a 2009 outbreak of the confirmed 93 cases of dengue asked to approve is beyond panel convenes next month which is scheduled to meet risks of the technology, and disease in Key West. in Old Town since 2009 but the normal human health in the nation’s capital to dis- Feb. 19 in Washington, D.C. using known experts from The controversial trial there have been none since. issues that they’re experts at. cuss the proposed release of He didn’t have the names other agencies.” would release altered mosqui- Dengue causes bone pain and They’re organizing a group genetically modified mosqui- of other members and what the A British company, Oxitec, toes into the wild that carry a related maladies, but isn’t typ- of experts in other fields ... to toes in Old Town Key West, specific charge of the panel is. breeds genetically modified gene preventing them from ically fatal. which he said is “encourag- But he did say “they are Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, the mating. If they do, their off- The district and Oxitec ● See Mosquitoes, 2A
NORTH KEY LARGO MONROE COUNTY SCHOOLS Two suicides prompt review of protocols Adri Stewart, then-principal Safety levels to of the Key West Collegiate be examined at Academy on Stock Island, and the Jan. 13 death of 14- Monroe schools year-old Key West High School student Matthew By SEAN KINNEY Gilleran, who died in a hospi- [email protected] tal after shooting himself in the head two days earlier. Monroe County School Superintendent Mark District leaders are taking a Porter told the School Board comprehensive look at health at a Tuesday meeting in Key and safety issues in Keys West that he is reviewing schools in the wake of two campus security with law recent suicides locally and enforcement while simulta- headline-grabbing school neously evaluating each violence nationally. school’s method of dealing National discourse has with bullying education and focused lately on school safe- prevention. ty in light of the December One of Porter’s short-term massacre at Sandy Hook goals is to have full-time Elementary School in school resource officers — Newtown, Conn., where 20 Sheriff’s Office deputies children and six adults were assigned to schools — at all killed before the gunman three public high schools and An Ocean Reef work truck is used to lift a dead Risso’s dolphin from a canal in September. A delayed rescue attempt killed himself. Horace O’Bryant Middle drew a complaint from a dolphin-freedom activist. The Keys school commu- School in Key West. That’s nity also has been rocked Dolphin death triggers complaint with the Dec. 26 suicide of ● See Schools, 2A mammal officials. the situation correctly, given was being pretty evasive. A TRUE SPOOK Deepwater “They abandoned that the circumstances. [The MMC] boat couldn’t mammal found animal,” said Russ Rector, a “That is a large animal get close.” former dolphin trainer who that is difficult to capture,” Canals at Ocean Reef can in Ocean Reef now campaigns against dol- Fougeres said Thursday. “It be more than 20 feet deep, phin captivity. “Nothing was out of its [deepwater] Fougeres said, which com- By KEVIN WADLOW anyone did improved the habitat but it was swimming plicates the capture of an Senior Staff Writer outcome for that dolphin.” and diving strongly.” uncooperative dolphin about [email protected] Erin Fougeres, the The dolphin was reported 11 feet long. National Marine Fisheries Sept. 15, 2012. MMC volun- “It wasn’t like they could An offshore species of Service’s marine-mammal teers who responded includ- reach out and grab it,” she dolphin spent three Septem- stranding supervisor for the ed Robert Stevens, a veteri- said. “It was being observed ber days in Ocean Reef Southeast U.S., said volun- narian and MMC president. and assessed. On the [third] canals before dying, an event teer responders with the “We were giving it a cou- day when we were going to that triggered a formal com- Marine Mammal Conser- ple days to see if it would plaint to federal marine- vancy of Key Largo handled move on,” Fougeres said. “It ● See Dolphin, 2A KEY COLONY BEACH Vorick resigns leadership position Lula Vorick, 57, is alleged down from the secretary- confirmed that any City Finance chief’s to have stolen more $8,000 treasurer position after Vorick Commission officer could be wife is facing from the Glunz Ocean Beach delivered a brief finance removed from his or her Club Resort on Key Colony. report during Thursday’s position. theft charge She worked there as a long- commission meeting at Key “All officers serve at the time financial consultant. Colony City Hall. pleasure of the commission. By RYAN McCARTHY Jeff Vorick, who’s seek- “The city’s reputation, as Any officer can be removed [email protected] ing re-election to a seventh well as Jeff’s, needs to be with or without cause,” consecutive two-year term considered,” he said. “I hope he said. Photo by LARRY BENVENUTI Key Colony Beach City this March, is listed in a that Jeff would voluntarily The commission appeared Former CIA operative Felix Rodriguez speaks to the Friends Commissioner Jeff Vorick Monroe County Sheriff’s step down as secretary-treas- to want to avoid forcing of the Marathon Library Thursday about his experiences — stepped down Thursday Office report on the incident urer. Not because he should, Vorick out, so Vorick did it from the board’s secretary- but has not been arrested or but because he ought to.” himself. including being present at the killing of Che Guevara treasurer position in the charged with a crime. City Attorney Tom Wright “This is not city business, in Bolivia in 1967 and his covert involvement in the wake of his wife’s Jan. 14 Commissioner John De- reiterated that Vorick isn’t Iran-Contra Affair of the 1980s. The program was part of felony grand-theft arrest. Neale asked Vorick to step charged with anything but ● See Vorick, 2A the Friends’ weekly speaker series.
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Story, 4B Crossword ...... 8A 7786790 22222 2A Saturday, January 26, 2013 KeysNet.com Keynoter NEWS BRIEFS IN THE COURTS Vorick steps down Sanctuary panels meeting this week Mearns’ manslaughter from position Two working groups From Vorick, 1A sign a check for advance pay advising Florida Keys case is dropped and I asked him to use the National Marine Sanctuary but I’ll do what’s best for the same debit card for the rental staff on a new management n’t stumbling, she wasn’t a report that “prior to the city. If you want me to step car,” Lula Vorick wrote. plan get to work this week. Prosecutors holding herself up” in a crash ... Mr. Mearns picked down as secretary-treasurer, Jeff Vorick has said he has The Shallow Water Wildlife say evidence video prosecutors reviewed up Ms. Kogelis at her resi- I’ll do that,” he said. no work connection to the and Habitat Protection panel that was taken at a Circle K dence at approximately 6:30 According to the police Glunz Ocean Beach Club under Chairman Jack Curlett insufficient store before the crash. p.m. Mr. Mearns never left report, Lula Vorick “stole Report and was not involved holds its first session at 9:30 State troopers said Ms. Kogelis’ side, spending approximately $8,180 from with his wife’s work there. a.m. Wednesday at the By LARRY KAHN Kogelis was at the wheel of a approximately 5.5 hours with the Glunz Ocean Beach Club Later in the report, Lula Marathon Garden Club. [email protected] 1998 Ford Explorer just after her going to his residence [on Resort.” Vorick recants what she Ken Nedimyer will chair midnight and Mearns was Lime Lane], the Hurricane It details an Oct. 9 e-mail reportedly wrote in the e- the Coral Ecosystem Restora- A manslaughter charge her passenger. They were bar, the Circle K gas station to resort ownership in which mail. She alludes to health tion working group, which against a Marathon man traveling on a curved portion and, ultimately, the crash she admits her theft and issues that led to her being holds its first meeting at 9:30 accused of helping cause of Aviation Boulevard at the scene, where she expired” implies her husband was admitted to the Guidance a.m. Thursday, also at the club. the death of a teenager by west end of Florida Keys from saltwater drowning. involved. The e-mail is in Care Center in Marathon. All meetings of sanctuary letting her drive drunk has Marathon Airport when He wrote that Mearns reference to a September trip “My recollection of events working groups are open to been dropped due to what Kogelis struck a parked 2006 allowed Kogelis to drive she took to North Carolina. during the summer and after the public, with a comment prosecutors say is lack of from the Circle K to “I am so ashamed. I used Oct. 8 is not clear. I saw the session available. The revised evidence. Aviation Boulevard “so she the company debit card on my e-mail of Oct. 9 and do not management plan could con- Michael Mearns, 26, the could practice driving.” She trip with [my son] this past recall writing it. My husband tain rule changes, along with son of former Marathon ‘In order to had a learner’s permit. summer. I have no excuses Jeff never signed any alterations or additions to the Mayor Randy Mearns and Reinoso wrote that “it is except that I wanted [him] to checks...” network of protected marine grandson of former convict we have critical to note that Ms. have a fun trip. I also had Jeff areas in Keys waters. Marathon Councilwoman to show culpable Kogelis was under the super- Margie Mearns, had been vision of Mr. Mearns as she KEYS WEATHER charged with manslaughter negligence, was operating the Ford.... Official says by culpable negligence fol- which is higher The cause of this crash and PREDICTED TEMPERATURES lowing a Feb. 25, 2011, the subsequent death of crash in which 17-year-old than regular Amber R. Kogelis come to protocol followed DAY HIGH LOW Amber Kogelis of Lower negligence.’ bear on Michael Randall Matecumbe Key died. Mearns by acting with reck- From Dolphin, 1A boat captain, said in a nota- SAT. 77 67 rized statement. SUN. 78 68 “You have to prove he less indifference by allowing knew she was drinking,” — Catherine Vogel Amber R. Kogelis, a minor, capture it, it was gone.” “This incident seems to MON. 79 69 State Attorney Catherine State Attorney to operate a motor vehicle The body of the Risso’s me to point to some serious TUES. 79 69 Vogel said Wednesday, a day while [she was] under the dolphin was found the next training problems at MMC,” after her office filed a “nolle influence of alcohol, thereby day, Sept. 18. Rector wrote in a complaint Forecast: Expect partly prosequi” in Circuit Court. causing her death.” Since Risso’s dolphins to NMFS. cloudy skies with a silght “It’s clear we do not have Ford pickup before running “In order to convict,” seldom stray from very deep Francini said several chance of showers. evidence of the impairment.” over shrubs and a curb, hit- Vogel said, “we have to water, Rector said, finding observers at Ocean Reef were That’s even though an ting a dock and landing in show culpable negligence, one in a canal should have concerned that no efforts were Visit KeysNet.com/weather autopsy revealed Kogelis Dodge Lake. which is higher than regular prompted a rescue. made to capture the dolphin for radar and extended forecast. had a blood alcohol content She died at the scene. negligence. We don’t have MMC Chairman Art in the days before it died. of .125. In Florida, .08 is Mearns was able to escape sufficient evidence ... In Cooper said rescuers “fol- Fougeres said the federal considered legally drunk. from the Explorer. good conscience, we don’t lowed NMFS protocol” and government largely relies on BEACH ADVISORIES “It didn’t rise to the level Following the crash, have a case we can prove.” instructions from federal volunteers and donated beyond a reasonable doubt,” Florida Highway Patrol Cpl. Kogelis’ family is suing staff not to attempt a capture equipment to handle strand- The Monroe County before Sept. 17. ings. MMC, the only Keys Health Department tests said Assistant State Attorney Pedro Reinoso, a traffic Mearns for negligence. Paunece Ramage. “She was- homicide investigator, said in “Legally, we are not sup- group authorized to handle Keys beaches every two posed to handle a free-swim- dolphin and whale rescues, weeks for the presence of ming animal unless we have has experienced leaders and enteric bacteria. The cur- KEY WEST direct authority,” Cooper volunteers, she said. rently are no beaches with said. “The animal was out of The MMC’s permit to health advisories against its habitat but it was swim- rehabilitate marine mammals swimming. Stabbing suspect remains jailed ming rapidly, with gusto.” at its Key Largo site was sus- Reinel cameras outside Shorty’s, a When volunteers tried to pended during a process to Cops: Chappe Luisdeli and convenience store. remove the remains from the bring the bayside property stabbed man Molina The video, according to canal, using a front-end into compliance with county Chappe, police reports, shows loader on an Ocean Reef serv- code. The property was in the neck 37, pulled “Fratelli dancing in the ice truck, the body tumbled recently inspected and the out a “sin- direction of Molina Chappe from a sling onto the ground. Fisheries Service could Keynoter Staff ister” 6- in what appeared to be an “The dead body recovery restore the rehabilitation per- inch stain- antagonizing manner.” was a circus at best,” Victor mit after the review process A homeless Key West less-steel Dykes explained why Francini, a North Key Largo is complete, Fougeres said. man remained in the CHAPPE curved Chappe is charged with Monroe County jail Friday blade resembling a cork- attempted murder: “The in lieu of $150,000 follow- screw and stabbed Fratelli. nature of the attack, the Porter: Bullying WKYZ Florida Keys ing his Wednesday arrest for When questioned, severity and location of the PirateRadioKeyWest.com allegedly stabbing another Chappe said he did it wound and the sinister 96.7 FM Key Wester in the neck. because Fratelli “was disre- appearance of the knife is a reality City police say Jerry specting him,” according to would lead a reasonable 101.7 FM Fratelli was in front of a report prepared by Officer person to conclude that From Schools, 1A Martin, former principal of Shorty’s Market, 215 Duval Anna Dykes. death would result.” Coral Shores High in Keys News St., around 10 p.m. when Her report says numer- In March 2012, Chappe not much of a stretch, as each Tavernier, said counselors on the half-hour ous witnesses saw the stab- was arrested on an aggra- high school is already were essential. “I think Daily (M-F) bing and that was also vated assault charge and patrolled, although the Key every school in this district caught on film by security found guilty. West High resource officer ... needs at least one full- News Director splits time at HOB, the only time counselor. That’s just a middle school in the county. part of it.” Don Riggs Each deputy costs the dis- Porter acknowledged Mornings FDA likely trict $50,279 per year. there is bullying in Keys At elementary schools, schools, and he will evaluate 7:30 ● 8:30 ● 9:30 looking at risk Porter said he wants resource which schools seem to be Afternoons officers to exercise “more of addressing the problem best. From Mosquitoes, 1A resented on the panel but an informal visitation and He also said the district’s 4:30 ● 5:30 has been in contact with the presence.” bullying policy hasn’t been help evaluate the permit,” FDA in recent months. Porter stressed that recent updated since 2009 and needs reviewing. CONTACT US Doyle said. “My role is the “It’s an internal discus- action on the security front is local mosquito issues and sion on risk assessment part of an ongoing effort not Mark Firestone, whose how it would be applied from their point of view. necessarily prompted, but partner Carol King’s son Upper Keys and where and how many.” We’ll be addressed with rather punctuated, by recent Cary Yoder alleged anti-gay 91655 Overseas Highway The FDA press office those questions afterward,” events. bullying at Key West High in Tavernier, FL 33070 did not respond to two he said. “From our point of “What’s happened in February 2012, told board Newsroom . . . .(305) 852-3216 KENNEDY phone messages and an e- view, the FDA is moving Connecticut has raised the members that bullying is a Advertising . . .(305) 852-3216 Charles E. "Charlie" Kennedy, at level of awareness ... but we real problem that is being the age of 75, of Marathon, mail seeking comment. very quickly on this. We Fax ...... (305) 853-1040 Florida, passed away peacefully Oxitec spokesman can hopefully answer all just want the board to know, swept under the rug. Fax ...... (305) 852-0199 on December 17, 2012 at Baptist He called for an inde- Hospital of Miami, Florida. He Derric Nimmo said his the questions they have.” and the public to know, that was the loving and devoted company would not be rep- it’s an ongoing effort. Will pendent investigation into Marathon husband of Elizabeth "Betty" (Samolik) Kennedy and the son those things step up? whether bullying played a 3015 Overseas Highway of the late Charles and Edna Absolutely,” he said. factor in Gilleran’s suicide. Kennedy. Charlie was born on (P.O. Box 500158) April 17, 1937, in Meriden, CT, He steered the “tragedy of “This was not an acciden- Marathon, FL 33050-0158 grew up in Middletown, CT and Hear in the New Year a staff member ... and that of a tal shooting. 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Don’t miss this premiere performance! GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA
“It don’t mean a thing, if it ain’t got that Swing.” Come hear the unforgettable music of the 1940s. Glenn Miller’s hit compositions include Chattanooga Choo Choo, In the Mood, Moonlight Serenade and Pennsylvania 6-5000. Monday, January 28 MARATHON HIGH SCHOOL PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 305 SOMBRERO BEACH ROAD ● MARATHON, FL Tickets available at Food For Thought Tuesday, January 29 ISLAND COMMUNITY CHURCH MILE MARKER 83.25 ● ISLAMORADA, FL Tickets available at Artamorada and Key Largo Art Gallery
Middle Keys contact: (216) 408-6546 or 289-1110 ● Upper Keys contact: 451-0665 or 240-0061 Doors open 7:00 PM ● Start time 7:30 PM Tickets available at the door the night of the concert at 7:00 PM For more information visit www.floridakeysconcerts.com UPCOMING CONCERTS Fred Moyer, Pianist Extraordinaire An Evening of Opera Highlights Jupiter String Quartet Upper Keys: Saturday, February 9 Upper Keys: Tuesday, February 26 Upper Keys: Tuesday, March 12 Middle Keys: Monday, February 11 Middle Keys: Monday, February 25 Middle Keys: Monday, March 11 4A Saturday, January 26, 2013 KeysNet.com Keynoter
CRIME FRONT DOT contractor charged programs receiving federal sultant at Miami’s Metric Capobianco $5,000 if the He’s accused funds. If convicted, he could Engineering Inc. DOT con- subcontractor could receive of bribery in get 10 years in prison. He tracted with Metric to pro- at least $25,000 to install had his first appearance vide services including video detection equipment. contract deal before U.S. Magistrate designing, inspecting and Capobianco reportedly Judge Barry Seltzer Wed- troubleshooting construction agreed to the deal, enabling Keynoter Staff nesday morning. of roads, signs and traffic the subcontractor to make a He’s accused of accept- signals. significant profit. A Pompano Beach con- ing $4,000 for steering a DOT considered Capo- The subcontractor’s esti- tractor has been federally $25,000 contract to a sub- bianco an expert on signal- mate was approved and sub- charged with bribery for contractor. Prosecutors did ization and lighting con- sequently paid by the state reportedly accepting money not say who that subcontrac- struction, including the use after the equipment was to steer a state Department tor is or whether the subcon- of video cameras for traffic installed. Then around May of Transportation contract to tractor approached authori- signalization and control. 2009, Capobianco reported- a subcontractor working on ties or they approached the Prosecutors say that around ly met with an agent of the Marathon traffic signals, the subcontractor. DOT also 2009, DOT began its work subcontractor in Plantation U.S. Attorney’s Office said wouldn’t say who the sub- in Marathon to improve traf- in Broward County and was Wednesday. contractor was. fic flow. paid $4,000 in cash for his Ron Capobianco Jr., 40, Prosecutors say Capo- They say that around help getting the subcontrac- is charged with committing bianco worked as an engi- May 2009, an agent of the tor the work. bribery in connection with neering and inspection con- subcontractor offered to pay REGULATION State alleges insurance fraud the Keys and booked into George is not a Monroe mation, George allegedly Suspect’s lawyer the county jail on Dec. 5, County-registered contractor defrauded FirstComp says there’s then released. This week, the but a registered agent for Insurance and Florida Direct Florida Keys Contractors Selvera Jeyatheva, meaning Insurance companies out of no criminality Association suspended he can apply for and pull $43,000 in workers’ com- George’s membership. building permits. pensation premiums.” Keynoter Staff “He is officially suspend- The state alleges that The state says it found the ed from the organization George, as president of alleged impropriety when A Fort Myers-based pending review by the Royal Crest Co. Inc., low- staff with the state’s Bureau home builder who does board,” President Chris balled his company’s payroll of Compliance “came work in the Middle Keys Gratton said. to regulators, thereby lower- across” employees of Royal faces accusations he Jim Dorl, George’s ing his workers’ compensa- Crest on two separate occa- defrauded the state workers’ Marathon attorney, said: tion premiums. sions and detailed audits compensation program out “This matter arises out of an The Department of were done. of $43,000. erroneous audit by Mr. Financial Services says “The audits revealed a George Andrew, 48, has- George’s insurance compa- George’s company “reported difference of final payroll in n’t been criminally charged ny and is basically a dispute an estimated payroll of the amount of $346,905. yet but the state Department about the amount of insur- $12,000 on insurance appli- This is a vast difference of Financial Services’ ance premium due. There cations in 2007. An audit of from the annual estimated Division of Insurance Fraud was no fraud by Mr. George records from 2007 to 2010 $12,000 payroll,” the has gotten a Lee County and this is a civil matter revealed payroll in the Department of Financial judge to issue a warrant masquerading as a criminal amount of $346,905. By Services said. alleging two counts of case.” underreporting payroll infor- felony workers’ compensa- tion premium fraud. NO NAME KEY Andrew was picked up in Veneers can mask defects County sued for $10 million history of discrimination Energy Services power poles and give you a brilliant smile. Homeowners: against that island and the last year, as well as a 2001 No electricity residents and its very fla- county ordinance creating a Christopher D. Golden, D.M.D. grant. And if it’s not discrim- coastal barrier overlay dis- ination, it’s ignorance,” trict prohibiting commercial American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, discriminatory Florida Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Reynolds said Friday. utilities in federal coastal bar- American Dental Association By RYAN McCARTHY The crux of the plaintiffs’ rier areas. [email protected] argument is Chief Circuit Congress created the 305-872-4272 • Big Pine Key Court Judge David Audlin’s Coastal Barrier Resource Four No Name Key resi- ruling in 2011 that the state System in 1982, and updated www.keysdentist.com dents filed a $10 million dis- Public Service Commission it in 1990, to protect undevel- crimination lawsuit against has jurisdiction over the mat- oped coastal barrier areas. Monroe County Thursday in ter, not the county. The lawsuit also addresses Circuit Court. That ruling came about the Newtons’ controversial Jim and Ruth Newton, from a county filing asking application last year for an along with Robert and Audlin to decide whether electrical building permit Julianne Reynolds, allege the county law allows commer- from the county. Originally county has for years willfully cial electricity on No Name. granted, it was revoked when denied the Lower Keys island County officials say the law county officials realized their commercial power without doesn’t allow it and that it home is on No Name. proper cause. Currently can’t issue permits for it. In addition to the $10 mil- homes there are powered by The suit concentrates on lion in damages — which solar and generators. Monroe County fighting the Reynolds called a “low” “The county has a long installation of 62 Keys number— the plaintiffs want Audlin to void the county’s coastal barrier overlay dis- trict law and grant homeown- ers electrical permits. “If you knew what this has done to the friendships and relationships there ... it’s pretty much the only thing Photo courtesy www.darrellparks.com they think about and talk The Key West Military Affairs Committee (MAC) would like to thank the about. I don’t know what the following sponsors, business and individual donors who played a key role in value of my peace of mind is, but in my mind it’s pretty sig- bringing this year’s 2013 Wounded Warrior Project SOLDIER RIDE to Key West. nificant,” Reynolds said. The overall Soldier Ride, Welcome Ceremony, and Community Ride-Along were He’s owned a house on a huge success, as were the various dinners and fund raiser venue shows No Name since 2005. scheduled throughout the weekend. A good time was had by all, and many soldiers and their support staff remarked, “It was a great experience and a chance to build more confidence and friendship. Can’t wait to do more physical events!” So thank you everyone, who contributed in their own patriotic way. You made Key West proud!
CITY OF KEY WEST NILES SALES AND SERVICE NAVAL AIR STATION KEY WEST USCGC INGHAM MEMORIAL MUSEUM NASKW CPOA AMERICAN LEGION POST 28 VFC-111 “the SUNDOWNERS” AMERICAN LEGION RIDERS CHAPTER 28 JOINT INTERAGENCY TASK FORCE SOUTH HISTORIC TOURS OF AMERICA Marathon Community Theatre JIATFS COLOR GUARD HARRY S TRUMAN LITTLE WHITE HOUSE Presents USCG SECTOR KEY WEST EAGLE BRAND SALES $WDQRYHUGRQHZHGGLQJUHFHSWLRQ¿YHEULGHVPDLGV USCG SOUTHERNMOST CPOA KEYS FISHERIES, INC. ¿QGUHIXJHLQDQXSVWDLUVEHGURRP(QMR\WKHVDXF\ MILITARY AFFAIRS COMMITTEE MEMBERS HANSEN & BRINGLE CABINETS comedy in this frothy tale from the creator/writer of NAVY LEAGUE CONCHUBINE FISHING, INC. HBO’s “True Blood” and “Six Feet Under”. MONROE COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPT KEY LARGO FISHERIES KEY WEST POLICE DEPARTMENT GARY’S PLUMBING Playing: KEY WEST FIRE DEPARTMENT 3D BOAT YARD January 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, 31. RUSTY ANCHOR SEAFOOD RESTAURANT FELDMAN, KOENIG, HIGHSMITH & VANLOON, PA February 1, 2, 3 (mat), 7, 8, 9. FURY WATERSPORTS HASKINS PLUMBING $ave on tickets! MARGARITAVILLE CONCHREPUBLIC CYCLIST.COM Ask about Thrifty Thursday
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MOSQUITO CONTROL A Message From: SCOTT P. RUSSELL, CFA MONROE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER Bug board cuts its salaries ATTENTION SENIOR CITIZENS You May Qualify for an ADDITIONAL $50,000 She was the obvious never even approved during every part of it,” he said. HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION Smith, Shaw swing vote, eventually siding summer budget hearings. Smith alluded to a sepa- vote against with commissioners Phil Lord-Papy then refused, rate item on the agenda, Property owners who are 65 or older on January 1, 2013 AND Goodman and Jack Bridges along with Shaw and floated by Bridges, that qualify for the Homestead Exemption may receive up to an 10% reduction on a 10 percent pay cut effec- Commissioner Steve Smith, to would allow commissioners additional $50,000 Senior Citizens Exemption for 2013. tive Jan. 1. The vote was 3-2. consider Goodman’s request to adjust their own pay as By RYAN McCARTHY Bridges originally floated to discuss a pay cut. long as it doesn’t exceed To Qualify: ● [email protected] the idea of scaling back salaries Wednesday, Shaw and other salaries. He said neither You must be 65 years of age or older on January 1, 2013. in response to a statewide tax- Smith argued that the $4,800 Bridges nor Goodman has ● You must qualify for the Homestead Exemption for 2013. Newly sworn-in Florida ing-district review ordered by annual salary benchmark was “put their money where their ● Your 2012 annual household adjusted gross income cannot Keys Mosquito Control Gov. Rick Scott. set more than 50 years ago, mouth is.” exceed $27,590. Commissioner Jill Cranney- That review says the dis- and prevents quality candi- “It is such a tiny piece of Gage let her vote do the talk- trict, one of 18 mosquito con- dates from stepping forward the budget. There are much Application Deadline is March 1, 2013. ing Wednesday on the much- trol districts in Florida, is the in other areas of the state. more important things people For more information, visit our website: www.mcpafl.org or contact us at any of our three convenient offices. debated issue of board mem- only one to pay its commis- Shaw, who’s been outspo- should be spending their time bers’ salaries. sioners more than $4,800 per ken against a pay cut, read a on,” Smith said. Key West - 500 Whitehead St. (305) 292-3420 Cranney-Gage declined to year. They earned $21,438 lengthy list of cost savings he Bridges responded by say- Marathon - 2798 Overseas Hwy. (305) 289-2550 comment as her fellow com- annually as of Wednesday. said he’s secured for the dis- ing that he’s watched Plantation - 99700 Overseas Hwy. (305) 852-7130 missioners held a lengthy Former Commissioner trict over the years. YouTube clips of Hometown debate over a 10 percent Joan Lord-Papy brought the “I don’t think I’m over- PAC political debates where salary reduction they all issue to a head in December. paid at all, and I take this Smith openly supported the thought they took — before She tried to rescind the pay time away from my business salary cut he believed was Cranney-Gage was on the cut at her final meeting, but it and family and the small approved. He was running board — but never did. was discovered that it was check I earn here, I deserve for re-election at the time. MOSQUITO CONTROL Shaw takes reins at bug board By RYAN McCARTHY [email protected]
Longtime Florida Keys Mosquito Control Board Commissioner Bill Shaw was chosen by his fellow board members Wednesday to chair the panel for the next year. The board elects officers each year during its January meeting, and did so just after swearing-in new Commis- sioner Jill Cranney-Gage and incumbent commissioners Shaw and Steve Smith. Cranney-Gage and Smith won election in November. Shaw, who was elected Keynoter photo by RYAN McCARTHY without opposition to a fifth Mosquito Control Board commissioners Steve Smith and Jill Cranney-Gage are sworn in by consecutive term, replaced Monroe County Judge Wayne Miller Wednesday. Cranney-Gage was elected to a four-year term Come visit our online photo galleries Commissioner Jack Bridges in and submit your own at www.KeysNet.com/Photos the largely ceremonial position. in November to replace Joan Lord-Papy while Smith was re-elected to his fifth consecutive term. Bridges thanked the board ed against paying flori- ed that combined, the bill for allowing him to serve dakeys.com roughly $50 would unlikely to go beyond JS12313 before opening the floor for monthly to live-stream public $50 per month. Need A Loan? nominations. Commissioner meetings in favor of an in- The commission elected Phil Goodman nominated house system. to have its own staff record Call Our Local Bridges to remain chairman Goodman has been push- meetings and upload them but he declined. ing for broadcast meetings after the fact to the district Lending Team Bridges then nominated and the local website hosted website. The website hits for Shaw and Smith seconded. No a trial run during the meetings will be moni- Joins other nominations were made Wednesday’s meeting. Cristy tored for several months to and Shaw was unanimously Obremski, an account man- determine interest before ! appointed. Goodman and ager for the website, spoke to determining whether to pay First Cranney-Gage were then unan- the commission. to live-stream them. imously appointed to the vice Obremski told the ● The commission unani- chairman and secretary-treas- Keynoter the base fee is $35 mously approved Goodman’s urer positions, respectively. per month and an additional request to post the district’s State In other business $3.50 per month for each check-register transactions to Wednesday: gigabyte of bandwidth used the district website on a NMLS: 812476 ● The commission decid- during viewing. She estimat- monthly basis. NMLS: 518207 Bank! Kurt Lewin Commercial & Residential MOSQUITO CONTROL Keyswide First State Bank of the Florida Keys 305-304-4187 Board delays health payments welcomes Jeff Smith to our team of By RYAN McCARTHY on cost increases, the same million for expected health- lending professionals as Senior Vice [email protected] policy we had went up 18 per- care costs in fiscal year 2012- cent, but we cut benefits and 13 as the previous year. He said President and Senior Lender. Health insurance for brought it down to 6 percent.” there was a 6.2 percent increase Florida Keys Mosquito According to District in cost, but fewer employees A lifetime Keys resident, Jeff is a NMLS: 812674 Control District employees Comptroller William South- now than in 2011-12 allowed will remain fully funded until cott, the district is self-insured the cost to remain the same graduate of Marathon High School Ani Madruga at least fiscal year 2013-14. and budgeted the same $1.5 Commercial & Residential The board voted unani- and Tulane University with over 25 Key West - Big Pine mously Wednesday to post- years of banking and lending 305-308-3210 pone Commissioner Phil OPEN HOUSE Goodman’s plan to have dis- Saturday January 26 experience in the Florida Keys and a trict employees contribute from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. strong civic and community $25 monthly for their plans effective April 1. 360/370 10th Street commitment. Commissioner Jill Cranney-Gage, as she did on Key Colony Beach a controversial board salary 5 Bedrooms - 5 Baths As Senior Lender, Jeff will lead our NMLS: 812459 issue, swung the vote. She Full Duplex professional, customer-focused Lori Bailey sided with commissioners 75 ft. of dockage Commercial & Residential Bill Shaw and Steve Smith, 3,420 sq. ft. of living area commercial and residential Islamorada - Ocean Reef who didn’t favor the charge. mortgage lending team throughout 305-304-6991 “I work three jobs. I have Lynn B. Lucas, P.A. AMERICAN CARIBBEAN insurance. I’ve taken the hits 305-393-0559 Cell REAL ESTATE the Keys. MIDDLE KEYS like everyone else has,” she 305-743-7636 Office 9141 Overseas Hwy. said. “I agree that the employ- 305-743-3387 Fax ees are taxpayers, too. When Marathon, Florida 33050 As the only remaining local bank morale is low, that’s not good for a company. I think maybe [email protected] www.Keyshomehunter.com headquartered in the Florida Keys, we should table this.” Jeff is a perfect fit for First State NMLS: 812460 Her comment was in response to district fiscal Custom Wood Bank of the Florida Keys. Brian Barroso assistant Patty Mousseau, Commercial & Residential who said staff morale is low. Plantation Shutters Key West “It’s very discouraging Add Beauty to your home... Call or visit Jeff today at our 305-393-4669 that it keeps being brought Marathon Office for all your lending up. The morale around here Free Estimates is so low and it’s not getting needs! any better. The more you take ● from us, the more we resent Design & Installation it,” she said. ● Lifetime Warranty James Zdan, district air- craft maintenance supervisor, ● Arched Panels, Local People! NMLS: 812475 suggested postponing voting French Doors, Etc. Local Decisions! Brian Kelly on insurance until the next fis- Residential cal year’s budget workshops. ● Local Referrals Available Key West “This is covered until then LocalService!305-393-6446 and that would be a more GUARANTEED appropriate time. This financial Marathon Office expenditure has been approved LOWEST PRICES 6900 Overseas Hwy until October,” he said. 305-289-4393 “What I’m looking at is 10 Day Delivery Time sustainability long-term for KeysBank.com what our insurance consists Shutters by Drew of,” Goodman said. “The last 15 Years of Experience 10 years, insurance costs have gone up 160 percent. Based License # 0400562 (239) 265-1259 Member FDIC Equal Housing Lender 6A Saturday, January 26, 2013 Florida Keys Keynoter Opinion & Editorial
EDITORIAL LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Fishing’s big business ‘Glades giveaway Whether it’s the heart-pounding excitement and anticipation of the strike on a fly or a lure, or the thrill of a catch makes no sense soon to be on your dinner table, the best place in the world to experience saltwa- Where is the logic in giving ter fishing opportunities is Florida — the Fishing Capital of the World. 30-year lease to farm what A recent proposal to create saltwater game fish and sport fish designations in should be restoration land? Florida is about highlighting some of the state’s most valuable recreational The Florida Cabinet kowtowed to Big Sugar fish for today and future generations. Wednesday over strong objections from environmen- The Florida Fish and Wildlife tal watchdogs. Conservation Commission will consid- By unanimous vote, the Cabinet — Gov. Rick er adopting these designations at its Scott, Attorney General Pam Bondi, Agriculture Feb. 13 meeting in Orlando. Commissioner Adam Putnam and Chief Financial It’s important to keep this proposal in perspective. Officer Jeff Atwater — agreed to extend leases for 30 These designations, while telling the years on 13,000 acres of state-owned land now used angling world that Florida is a premier by Florida Crystals and A. Duda and Sons to grow sport-fishing destination, will also Miami Herald photo by SUE COCKING sugar cane. ensure that recreational anglers can The Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission will consider creating This comes two years after the state agreed to buy enjoy a traditional game fish for their designations for game fish and sport fish when it meets next month. Among up thousands of acres of heavily farmed sugar land in table at home, and our commercial the fish that likely will be categorized are bonefish such as this. order to retire that source of phosphorus runoff now fishermen will continue to provide our considered poisonous to a healthy Glades. world-famous Florida fish to tables 54,000 jobs. Fishermen will travel the Just one more reason why we need to Restoring the Everglades is considered critical to around the world. world for that one special catch, so let the world know about Florida’s pre- the health of Florida Bay, Keys fisheries and the Florida is the Fishing Capital of the doesn’t it make sense to invite them mier saltwater fish. Where else can you underground aquifers near Florida City that are the World, and by creating these designa- to Florida? find great year-round fishing and such tions, we will highlight our reputation, chief source of Keys drinking water. Adoption of these designations will a wide array of species diversity? drawing visitors from across the globe to allow the commission, in a separate Let’s tell the rest of the world what Florida Crystals, along with U.S. Sugar, A. Duda our diverse array of fishing opportunities. process, to gather input from the public Florida residents already know: and Sons and others, dominate Florida’s sugar indus- It shows the world that recreational fish- and our stakeholders to determine Florida’s saltwater fishing is the best try. The Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida ing in Florida is important to all of us. which species best fit in each category. there is and worth showing off. in Belle Glade, and Florida Crystals Corp. in West Recreational saltwater fishing in Did you know that when it comes to Kenneth Wright Palm Beach, jointly own American Sugar Refining. Florida already has a $5.7 billion eco- fishing, Florida holds more world FWC Chairman They market products under the Domino Foods nomic impact and supports more than records than any other state or country? Tallahassee name and recently signed a cooperative agreement with Chinese and Swiss companies to market a sugar-stevia sweetener to meet global demand for a CELEBRATING OUR PAST low-calorie alternative. Sugar subsidies under a 2002 federal farm bill arti- ficially prop up the price of sugar in the United States. Beet farmers also qualify, so it’s not just In Key West today, Florida cane growers benefiting from taxpayer there are seemingly largesse and price protection. endless ways to get There’s big money in those cane fields and it cer- around the city, from tainly showed in the Cabinet meeting, where repre- cars to bicycles to tour sentatives from Florida Audubon and the Florida trains to scooters to Wildlife Federation questioned why the state would skateboards. Back in extend leases for 30 years at the same time the state 1928, this seems to be and feds are investing hundreds of millions of dollars a pretty easy way to in Everglades restoration efforts. make it around town, Eric Draper, Audubon’s executive director, told getting pulled by a the Cabinet that as landlord, Florida should insist goat. It was likely tenants maximize efforts to improve agricultural inexpensive, too — practices and significantly reduce adverse impact on just feed the goat the land. some grass and its His pleas went unheeded. The South Florida Water Management District tank is filled. supported the 30-year lease extension. This comes Photo courtesy MONROE after the district agreed in 2010 to pay U.S. Sugar COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY $197 million for 26,800 acres needed as part of a much larger Everglades Restoration effort. The U.S. Sugar deal included an option to pur- Tax dollars at work with us. After the performance, the accommodations, safe and efficient chase another 72,500 acres with a seven-year lease On Jan. 21, a wonderful, rousing band members were kind enough to infrastructure and roads, healthful and that could be extended. Price tag to retire that agri- concert by the famous Dukes of greet and thank those attending. I was adequate food, an inclusive educational cultural land now used for sugar cane production: Dixieland was thoroughly enjoyed by a thrilled to see, for example, four lovely system, excellent health care, generous $197 million. few hundred people at the Marathon young ladies from the school band vacation and personal time flexibility, a So why the sweetheart leases on state land when High School auditorium. cluster around the clarinet player for livable retirement income, and an out- taxpayers are already footing the bill to buy up land The concert was presented by the picture-taking. They will remember, standing system that will care for the needed to restore South Florida’s liquid heart, the Florida Keys Concert Association and learn and maintain love for one of the medical needs of the elderly, infirm, Everglades? sponsored by Keys Insurance, with the many exciting arts. children and the less fortunate. generous help of many people, most of So when you pay your taxes, know America should pay for this mar- whom are we, the taxpayers of Monroe that there are sometimes many good velous “entitlement” society with fair County, who paid for the facility. It was results: The facility itself. Principal and graduated taxes with the most for- wonderful to see such good results of Hammond Gracy and especially Mr. tunate and accomplished Americans our tax dollars. Joy Rayhill, who truly showed his love paying their fair share to benefit all of Wayne Markham ...... Publisher The Florida Keys Concert for his profession and for his students, their fellow citizens. Larry Kahn ...... Editor Association board is volunteer and worked over and above the normal call The luckiest and most accomplished Kathie Bryan ...... Financial Director unpaid. It has two goals: To bring great of duty. Americans will still have the most, as Todd Swift ...... Production Manager music to our area and to encourage our Arnie Steinmetz they should, but no American will be Carter Townshend ...... Circulation Manager young people to enjoy that music. It Marathon very poor, homeless or without hope worked. for a decent life. After all, this is the PUBLISHED EVERY WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY All of us who are young at heart had Fortunate should pay great United States of America. Contents copyright 2013 Keynoter Publishing Co. a fantastic time, and the Marathon High The American people are entitled to Edie and Ed Rudy School band members were right there fair wages, decent and affordable living Aventura
Letters to Letters of local interest are welcome, but subject to editing and condensing.There is a 400-word limit. Letters thanking an individual are welcome. Space does not permit publication of thank-you letters consisting of lists.Letters must be signed.Anonymous letters will not be published.Include a daytime phone number (which will not be published) where you may the Editor be reached if there are questions about your correspondence. Mail: Editor, Keynoter, P.O. Box 500158, Marathon, FL 33050 E-mail: [email protected] Fax: 743-6397 KEY LARGO KEY WEST Co-workers Open-air market gets the OK “There’s no food prepara- parcel at the end of and trying something Trial period tion on site at all. At the Southard Street. new,” Commissioner Teri busted in thefts at waterfront conclusion of the two- “I think it’s a great Johnston said. month period, we want to idea,” Commissioner Commissioner Jimmy units and a marine stereo speak- is 16 days sit down with the special- Billy Wardlow said. “A lot Weekley was the lone vote But the cases event organizer and of dissent. He expressed er “out the back door” around By SEAN KINNEY not connected, Jan. 16, managers told Deputy review the books ... to see concern about the type of Dave Campbell. [email protected] whether or not it has been products that would be officials say A manager discovered the productive.” sold and whether local loss when checking inventory Beginning March 2 and “If it is successful, There’s a vendors would participate Keynoter Staff and turned the case over to cor- 3, the East Quay Wall at then we need to revisit the condition in in sufficient numbers. porate security. The loss-preven- the Truman Waterfront in entire subject and how The Truman Annex Two workers accused of tion manager found a Craigslist Key Westwill host an we’re going to handle it,” the agreement Master Property Associa- stealing from their employer, a posting for the missing electron- open-air flea market every he said. “It all depends on that 25 percent tion, which governs the Key Largo boating store, were ics with Bella’s telephone num- weekend until the end of community desire and gated neighborhood that arrested Tuesday on separate ber as a contact. April. demand.” of the gross abuts the Truman Water- grand-theft charges. Campbell said Bella admitted The 16-day trial, The city will charge profit be front, objected to the mar- Andriole $250 each day ket as “such a use, in One man reportedly tried to the theft, saying he needs money approved by the Key West donated to a sell $4,400 worth of stolen elec- to restore his suspended driver’s City Commission on the market is open. She, in effect, would be an exten- tronics online, according to a license. Bella was jailed under Wednesday, could set the turn, said she would Key West sion of the retail corridor charge vendors $100 daily of the downtown district,” Monroe County Sheriff’s Office $15,000 bond and released. stage for a standing week- charitable report. The other is accused of Stephen L. Santos, 21, con- end event. per booth. There’s a con- according to a letter from faking 20 merchandise returns to fessed to making 20 fraudulent Earlier in the month, dition in the agreement organization. group Operations Director pocket a total of $385. return payouts, all under $22 commissioners had put off that 25 percent of the Sterling Christian. Although both Homestead each, from Jan. 10 to Jan. 19, a vote granting a permit to gross profit be donated to Andriole’s permit residents worked at West Marine Deputy Christian Galls reported. Bazaar Productions Inc., a Key West charitable application describes mar- near mile marker 103.4, the Santos listed an item worth asking City Manager Bob organization. ket wares as including cases uncovered by store man- $20.41 as returned on 15 of the Vitas to further review the Commissioners gener- of people have been ask- artisan foods, fresh pro- agers did not appear to be transactions. plan with the firm’s presi- ally lauded the concept as ing us to make progress duce, arts and crafts, linked. Santos was jailed under dent, Candida Andriole. in step with long-gestating down there.” antiques and jewelry. “We Ricky Bella, 22, reportedly $5,000 bond and later released. “I found everything to plans for the large, unde- “I’m all for this, utiliz- won’t let you down,” she took two high-end Garman GPS be in order,” Vitas said. veloped and little-used ing the Truman Waterfront told the commission. Keynoter KeysNet.com Saturday, January 26, 2013 7A
Business MARKETPLACE Recent Real Estate Sales SALES vs. LAST YEAR: 78 percent Based on information from the Florida Keys Board of REALTORS®, Inc. (alternatively, from the Florida Keys MLS, Inc.) COACH’S CORNER for the period January 13, 2013 - January 19, 2013. Key Price Price Days Listing Office, Selling Office, Address Listed Sold Listed Listing Agent Selling Agent Big Pine Key In a slump? Lot 31 Sunrise Dr. (*) $125,000 $90,000 1674 Coldwell Banker Schmitt/Banks Prevatt Exit Rlty Fl. Keys/P. Morgan Hill, P. Nardone 29960 Overseas Hwy. (1) $399,000 $395,000 1951 Lower Keys Rlty./K. Van Stry, D. Van Stry Coldwell Banker Schmitt/Ronda Threlkeld Cudjoe Key 20824 9th Ave. $1,950,000 $1,400,000 593 Century 21 Schwartz Rlty./Sylvia Werling Coldwell Banker Schmitt/Kathleen Gomez Don’t give up Lot 6 1st Ave. (*) $77,000 $75,000 65 KeyIsle Rlty./Karen Chesley Coldwell Banker Schmitt/Ruth Pasquale Duck Key pound accomplish? What positive 6007 Marina Villa $291,300 $250,000 284 Coldwell Banker Schmitt/C. Porter, J. Keller Hawks Cay Resort Sales/Kari Maino Keep outlook Coach’s 178 Indies Dr. $950,000 $925,000 39 American Caribbean R.E./Kristen Brenner American Caribbean R.E./Kristen Brenner Corner instead of things do you have in your positive, keep losing one. life? Start your list can start Key Haven Maybe with “I woke up this morn- 4 Bougainvillea Ave. $439,000 $439,000 162 Century 21 Schwartz Rlty./Dominic Guarino SBX Commercial R.E./Jeffrey Searcy moving forward you’re going ing.” Take it from there. Key Largo through the It’s important to frame all 11 South Dr. $399,000 $335,000 677 Century 21 Schwartz/M. Pace, S. Livoti Century 21 Schwartz/S. Livoti, M. Pace The Christmas decora- loss of a your thinking positively. 159 Tavernier Tr. $325,000 $210,000 127 Island Equity R.E./Holly Hight Island Equity R.E./Autumn Damian tions are (mostly) stowed. loved one, a Instead of “I didn’t punch my Key West Champagne bottles have job, a home. boss today,” say, “I had 1500 Alberta St. $7,000 $3,500 616 Sea Winds Rlty./Donald Heisler Sea Winds Rlty./Donald Heisler been recycled. It’s been near- Here’s pleasant conversations with 3635 Seaside Dr. $211,500 $211,500 323 Engel & Voelkers Fl. Keys/Deborah Cardenas Preferred Properties/Corinne Held ly a month since you faced the good my boss.” Instead of “I didn’t 1105 Key Plaza Ave. (1) $2,687 $162,000 204 Prud. Knight & Gardner/Knight, Gardner Prud. Knight & Gardner/Knight, Gardner the new year with hope, opti- Jackie Harder news: You yell at my kids,” say, “I treat- 626 Josephine Parker Dr. (1) $698 $8,376 103 Prud. Knight & Gardner/Knight, Gardner Prud. Knight & Gardner/Knight, Gardner mism and maybe a few well- will get through it. As grim ed my kids with a cool head.” 1401 Simonton St. $422,000 $422,000 101 Exit Realty Fl. Keys/B. Daniels, T. Hintze Outside of MLS intentioned resolutions. and overwhelming as it seems This reinforces what’s Marathon And now you find your- now, nothing lasts forever. right instead of focusing on 1170 75th St., ocean $449,000 $357,000 744 RE/MAX Keys To The Key/Team Wilkinson RE/MAX Keys To The Key/Team Wilkinson self in a slump. Back in the Make a list. What steps what’s not, and allows you to 14 Man-o-War Dr. $250,000 $220,000 952 American Caribbean R.E./Kathryn Rummery Key Colony Beach Rlty./Lynn Goodwin 799 28th St. $329,000 $315,000 428 RE/MAX Marathon Vac. R.E./Jo Ann Cook Coldwell Banker Schmitt/Robin Kluck grind. Wondering where your can you take to help you build on that. And by creating 412 122nd St., gulfside $1,299,000 $1,100,000 167 RE/MAX Marathon Vac. 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Public Meetings Scheduled by and with the City of Marathon for February 2013 Please note that more than one Marathon City Council/Board/Committee member may participate in the meetings listed. City Council City Manager Mike Cinque, Mayor Roger Hernstadt Richard Keating, Vice Mayor City Attorneys Dick Ramsay, Councilmember Gray-Robinson Chris Bull, Councilmember Ginger Snead, Councilmember CITY OF MARATHON
SUBJECT: DATE: TIME: LOCATION: Nearshore Waters Committee 02/07/13 6:00pm Marathon Fire Station, 8900 Overseas Hwy. Community Image Advisory Board 02/11/13 4:00pm Marathon Fire Station, 8900 Overseas Hwy. Planning Commission Meeting 02/11/13 5:30pm Marathon Fire Station, 8900 Overseas Hwy. City Council Meeting 02/12/13 5:30pm Marathon Government Center, 2798 Overseas Hwy. Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting 02/14/13 6:00pm Marathon Fire Station, 8900 Overseas Hwy.
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L.A.Times crossword puzzle MARATHON BULLETS “That’s“THAT’S A Wrap!” A WRAP!” - Solution - Solution in the in Jan.the classifieds 30 Keynoter ACROSS 64 It ends in Nov. 121 Call forth 21 Mexico’s national 78 Lawyer’s document City reminder: 1 Actress Birch 65 Ready for aro- 123 The Chicago Bulls flower 79 “This is only __” 6 Trattoria glassful matherapy, say had two in the ’90s 24 “Drink to me only 80 Bar fliers 10 Many a GE product 69 Blood typing letters 125 Future doc’s exam with thine eyes” 81 Valleys 14 Ruse 70 Spot in front of 126 Lats’ neighbors dedicatee 82 Big name in coffee Leash dogs 18 Have lunch at home the telly? 127 It’s south of Vesuvius 29 Span. ladies makers 19 Pressing need? 71 Tom yum soup 128 Like ballerinas, at 33 Editor’s “leave it” 83 Smartly dressed believes the issue isn’t big. 20 Set of beliefs servers times 35 Legally bar 86 Theater opening Keating says “I assume we have signs 22 Tear down, in 74 “I’m not impressed” 129 Cake mix additions 37 Kick out 89 “Don’t play games that say you have to keep Tottenham 76 “Was __ blame?” 130 Late for a party, 38 Gripping pattern with me” some complain 23 Husky features 77 Big Island volcano maybe 39 Throws 91 1977 ELO hit your dogs on a leash, and I 25 Line at a rodeo? 78 Like a bunch-spoil- 131 Berth place 40 Everglades bird 92 Environmental about Sombrero assume the dogs can’t read 26 “QB VII”author ing apple 132 Some aromatic cakes 41 “... like __ of extremist the signs,” he said, drawing a 27 “$40 a Day”chef Ray 81 Numskull chocolates” 95 Reacted with out- By RYAN McCARTHY laugh from the audience. 28 __ facto 84 NBC weekend staple DOWN 42 Dog topper rage, as a mob [email protected] In other business Tuesday: 30 Librarian’s reminder 85 Old Athens enemy 1 Four: Pref. 43 Bully’s words 97 Rooney __, who ● Monroe County Sheriff 31 Players 87 Astrologer to the 2 “Yuk yuk” 45 Mindful played Salander in Marathon residents are Rick Ramsay presented a 32 Grafton’s “__ for rich and famous 3 Of the ear 46 Dreaded Jamaican? “The Girl With the $169,750 check to the coun- Lawless” 88 One who’s 4 Like chocolate 47 Nautical ropes Dragon Tattoo” used to dogs at city beaches, 34 Scottish tongue not striking truffle cake 50 Toyota Camry model 99 Navel type most notably the locals’ cil, a refund from the 2011- 36 Supermodel Wek 90 It has its highs and 5 “Diana”singer 54 Midler’s “Divine” 101 Turn at the bar, favorite tucked away about a 12 fiscal year. 38 Disney film featur- lows 6 Soloists in Bach’s nickname perhaps mile down Coco Plum Drive. Since incorporating in ing Berlioz, 93 Not as warm Brandenburg 56 Friend of Shylock 103 Brought home That doesn’t mean they’re 1999, the city has contracted Toulouse, Marie and 94 C.P.E.Bach’s birthplace Concerto No. 6 59 Way up 107 Coach’s call not brought out for a visit to each year with the Sheriff’s their mom Duchess 96 “Up and __!” 7 Lyricist Gershwin 61 Z’s overseas 108 “The Perfect Storm” the more-popular Sombrero Office for police service. The 44 Nontraditional 98 Court plea 8 Words of denial 63 Old hi-fis rescue gp. Beach — a situation that budgeted amount for 2011- performance genre 100 2011 World Series 9 How freelancers 66 Coolidge and 109 Penalty __ apparently isn’t sitting well 12 was $1.43 million. 48 Carpet cleaning tool champs may work Hayworth 111 Game divided into ● 49 Poses 102 Packages from recent 10 Puzzle book 67 Symphony that chukkers with some. The council adopted a 51 Route to the lungs guests, perhaps offering includes a funeral 113 “__ Be in Love”: The beach is crowded dur- policy by which broken 52 Swashbuckler Flynn 104 Symbol of purity 11 Teen leader? march Kate Bush song ing tourist season, and Vice “candy canes” — plastic air 53 Arise (from) 105 Time past 12 Pod veggies 68 Intimidate 115 Naval noncoms Mayor Richard Keating said intake tubes related to sewer 55 Codger 106 Sailor’s direction 13 “__ Weapon” 71 Household 116 Vintner’s prefix he’s received several com- system construction — on 57 High-speed scene 107 Clump 14 Trademark caps for regulators 117 “Later,”in London plaints from people about private property could be 58 Bledel of 110 Bread in a jar? Ashton Kutcher and 72 Disconnect 118 Camaro roof option dogs running free with no repaired by the city. “Gilmore Girls” 112 Gp. with forces Justin Timberlake 73 Recording 119 Grieg’s “__ Death” leash there. “Property owners are 60 First name in 114 Lasagna cheese 15 __ avis 74 “The Cryptogram” 122 Gold meas. fashion 120 Madonna’s 16 Yard sale caveat playwright 124 GOP platform-pro- “I just want to kind of responsible for candy cane 62 Fruity treats “La __ Bonita” 17 Recurring pain? 75 Online message moting org. remind everyone that we repair by their own plumber have a leash law on or they can have the city Sombrero Beach and that it’s make the repair,” Utilities important that we respect Manager Zully Hemeyer. other people,” he said. “We’ve included the price of Councilwoman Ginger $150. After the repair is done, Snead added that not only we do an inspection and should dogs be leashed, but make sure the vacuum pit is “you need to pick up after free of rocks. 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Sports & Outdoors Keys Life Community ● Lifestyle Florida Keys Keynoter Arts & Entertainment WWW.KEYSNET.COM SATURDAY,JANUARY 26, 2013 CLASSIFIEDS INSIDE 7B B MARATHON GIRLS SOCCER Lady Dolphins advance goalie Sasha Olivera said. Next up is There was plenty to cheer Country Day about Wednesday, as stand- out senior Taylor Konrath tonight scored all three Marathon goals and Olivera played the By RYAN McCARTHY game of her young life in net. [email protected] “There were shots coming from everywhere. I had to The Marathon High make sure I kept calm and School girls soccer program didn’t freak out,” Olivera said. added another first to its Olivera made save after resume Wednesday. save against the Crusaders, Five days after winning the including a crucial penalty school’s first-ever District 16- kick to preserve a 2-1 sec- 1A championship, the Lady ond-half lead. Dolphins defeated District 15 “We practice them,” she runner-up Dade Christian said. “I have a method to how School in an opening-round they look at the goal.” state regional playoff. Offensively, Konrath cap- Surely the most raucous italized all three times on a girls soccer crowd in strategy the Dolphins Marathon High’s history planned ahead of time. It was cheered the Dolphins on to based on game tape from a 4- the 3-2 victory. 2 loss to Dade Christian in Now Marathon is set to host mid-December. Miami Country Day at 7 Konrath, who was injured tonight in the next round. The early in that loss, said she District 15 champion Spartans remembered a play where a defeated Westminster Christian through ball went long and the in their Wednesday regional. Photo courtesy KAREN McKEON Crusaders’ goalie came far out “I think we’re going strong of the net to play it. The plan and if we keep it going, we Marathon goalie Sacha Olivera is mobbed by teammates after stopping a crucial penalty kick during the Dolphins’ 3-2 can make states,” Dolphin state regional soccer win over Dade Christian Wednesday. It was the school’s first-ever regional playoff victory. ● See Dolphins, 2B
PREP BASKETBALL CORAL SHORES BOYS HOOPS Conchs just Canes hosting Marathon our confidence back in the Terra but the Wolves cut off Coral Shores final three games of the reg- the lanes to force the Canes to edge Dolphins looks to end ular season,” Cane head shoot from the outside. coach Bruce Teachey said. “We weren’t able to con- losing streak “That’s our focus.” vert,” Teachey said. “We Tempers flare Coral Shores (6-9) lost also had a horrible 8-of-21 By KEVIN WADLOW 52-40 Wednesday at Terra night at the line so that was in game of Senior Staff Writer Environmental, one day a significant difference in rival teams [email protected] after falling at Miami the game.” Country Day, 63-50. The Coral Shores and By DICK WAGNER Coral Shores High’s Country Day (15-5) was Marathon JV teams play at Keynoter Contributor boys basketball Hurricanes the latest in a talented group 5:30 p.m. Tuesday. end one long streak of playoff-bound clubs the The Canes then travel As was proven again Tuesday when they play Canes have encountered in Thursday to a streaking 22-4 Thursday night, the intensity their first home game in recent weeks, along with Archbishop Carroll team of a Key West-Marathon boys nearly three weeks. Gulliver Prep and Westwood before the regular-season basketball game, no matter In the 7 p.m. Tuesday Christian. final, Feb. 1 at home in a how tame and uneventful its start against local rival Will Ismer, the Canes’ 6- Senior Night game against early stages, should never be Marathon High School (1- foot-10 center, scored 15 Keys Gate Charter. underestimated. 14), the Canes also will try points at Country Day, and Coral Shores will face The one-victory Dolphins break another streak: Five guard Chase Cabral added 11. Key West in the District 16- fought back from a 14-point straight losses since Jan. 10. Ismer put up 20 points, half 4A Tournament semifinals halftime deficit against Key “We’re working to get the Coral Shores total, against Feb. 6 at Gulliver Prep. West’s reserves in the third quarter, then gave the return- KEY WEST WRESTLING ing starters all they could handle in the fourth before the Conchs held on to a 56- 51 victory at the Bobby Conchs host mat tournament Menendez Gym. wrapping up the two-day learn from it,” Jimenez said. The intensity carried over The 19-5 squad John Raich Memorial Angelo Guieb, at 106 into an unpleasant aftermath takes second Tournament at Jupiter High. pounds, and Roberto Val, at that saw Marathon coach This season, they have wres- 220, both went 9-0 to lead Kevin Freeman and a referee at Titan Duals tled twice in Naples, twice in the Conchs, who had an who had not worked the Miami, once in Davie and array of glittering records. game engage in a heated By DICK WAGNER once in Boca Raton. Trey Brisley (120), pushing match. Keynoter Contributor Last weekend, they fin- Andrew Calderwood (145) Freeman’s displeasure with Photo by BERT BUDDE ished second in the 27-team and Chase Kelley (182) all the officiating matched the The Conchs’ Lanre’ Scott, defended by Marathon’s Shemar When the Key West High Titan Duals at Golden Gate went 8-1; Cody Pullen (138), School wrestling team goes High in Naples. John Piraino (152) and Uri vociferousness of Pine Crest Fantroy, goes up for an unsuccessful dunk attempt late in coach David Beckerman, on the road, which is almost In the championship Diaz (170) were 7-2, and Tyler whose team lost to the Conchs Key West’s 56-51 victory Thursday night. every winter weekend, it is match, Key West lost to Jones (132) and heavyweight on Monday. (“Except I don’t Key West coach Anton stormed back with an 18-4 always met with some meas- Palmetto Ridge, 47-27, as Kenneth Sagan were 6-2. have a 6-9 guy,” Freeman Lopez played his second run to trail by only 43-41 at ure of admiration. the Bears avenged a loss to The Conchs, with a 19-5 said.) team the entire third quarter, the period’s end. “We’re a well-respected the Conchs in that tourna- record, had the most wins in Marathon had little height and the reserves weren’t The fourth quarter began program,” coach Chaz ment last season. The dual meets in the program’s at all, but that didn’t stop the ready for prime time. They with Key West starters Jimenez said, adding that on Conchs had defeated Estero, history. Dolphins from living up to made three of 18 shots and Daniel Thompson, Lanre’ top of that, “people are 41-27, in the semifinals. The Conchs will host the Freeman’s claim that they are committed eight turnovers as Scott, Anthony Rice, Elliott amazed at how long we have “We should have won district tournament at 4:30 “the hardest-working group Marathon, spurred by Nelson to drive to wrestle.” that match — we had some p.m. Friday at the Bobby I’ve ever had.” Rojas and Cooper Chaplin, ● See Basketball, 2B Today, the Conchs are forfeits — but the kids will Menendez Gym. 2B Saturday, January 26, 2013 KeysNet.com Keynoter
MARATHON BOYS SOCCER Living Fin boys done for year CONCH STYLE By RYAN McCARTHY opportunities in the first half took the kick but it sailed [email protected] we missed on,” Murphy said. wide right of the goal. “They got stronger as the Westminster added a third The Marathon High game went and we’re yet to goal just before the second Dress up your look School boys soccer season get to that caliber to beat half-water break, and another came to a close Tuesday with Westminster and Palmer” later in the game as the a 4-0 opening-round District Trinity School. Dolphins moved players to the 16-1A tournament loss to Westminster added to its front to help generate offense. Westminster Christian School. lead off a corner kick at the “The third and fourth, we with vintage gems Coach Jim Murphy said 2:00 mark of the second half. were playing very offensive the Warriors dominated pos- Murphy said a defensive trying to get back into it. We They’re great session early on, but lapse left a player open for a knew it was all or nothing, so Marathon trailed just 1-0 at header to make it 2-0. we played three defenders accessories the break. That goal came on The Dolphins missed an back and pushed everyone a deflection off Dolphins sen- opportunity to close the gap up,” Murphy said. for season ior Ariel Rodriguez inside the after Ricky Ceja was fouled The Dolphins finished the 18-yard box. inside the 18-yard box and season with a 7-9-4 mark. I fell in love with vintage “We did have a few awarded a penalty kick. Ceja jewelry at a young age, play- ing dress-up with all of my grandmother’s bold clip-on CORAL SHORES BOYS SOCCER earrings and dazzling brooches. Lucky for me, vin- Conch tage jewel- Pats ends Canes’ season Style ry has never Keynoter Staff their goalie had one of the Sean Anderson along with really gone most amazing games I’ve Jon Mitjans, Thomas out of style. Coral Shores High School seen in the last 10 years.” Mirabella and Azizur Aziz It’s time- bowed out of the boys soccer “He was blocking shots off the squad the squad that lessness and season Tuesday with a 2-0 from five feet out that finished a solid 10-6-1. one-of-a- loss to Florida Christian in would have been goals in a “We knew this was kind allure the District 16-2A Tourna- normal situation. He was going to be a rebuilding are admired ment quarterfinals. all over the place.” year and these guys helped by both The Canes outshot the us get better,” Bosque avid collec- The Hurricanes got the Leah Maki shots on goal but not shots Florida Christian Patriots, said. tors and into the net, Coral Shores 7-4, “but two of theirs Coral Shores has a large fashionistas who covet the coach Jorge Bosque said. counted,” said the coach. group of varsity veterans charm of these intricately “We played really Coral Shores graduates eligible to return. designed pieces full of history, well,” Bosque said, “but veterans Nick Hortensi and beauty and mystery reflective of a different time. Vintage costume jewelry can be an affordable way to Speedy forwards key make a statement and is the perfect accessory to add Kim Dipre of Marathon found this vintage jewelry at the From Dolphins, 1B on Konrath’s first goal. “We were just about to some old Hollywood glam- Dade tied the game up three relax and realized we didn’t our to your look. Pink Juntique in Key Largo. was to play shorter through minutes later, but Marathon have it yet,” coach Cindy As we’re full bore into Vintage jewelry is time- balls, lure the goalie out of net answered just 45 seconds later Durkin said. the season of fundraisers, less so buy what you like and and get behind the defense. (30:15) to take a 2-1 lead. Dade Christian continued galas and formal events, don’t worry about the trends “Our forwards were faster Konrath completed the hat to pressure the Dolphins and consider making your look when it comes to investing in than any of their defenders,” trick at the 62:30 mark, giving had several solid scoring more unique by adding vin- a piece you love. Konrath said. the Dolphins a 3-1 lead. But the chances in the game’s final tage jewelry. Don’t worry Vintage costume jewelry The strategy worked to game was far from over, as the minutes. Olivera and the about the jewelry matching can range from $10 to perfection at the 26:30 mark, Crusaders made it 3-2 by head- Marathon defense did enough exactly; just stay within the $1,000. However, the pieces as Marathon took a 1-0 lead ing a ball in off a long throw-in. to hold on for the victory. same stone color. that are on the expensive If you already own a pair side are typically those that of diamond studs, add a vin- are incredibly rare or were Freeman upset with calls tage clear-rhinestone brooch designed by a high-end fash- to your dress for a bit more ion label. However, the From Basketball, 1B Scott then missed a dunk the 1-14 Dolphins, led by glam. If your dress has a belt majority of costume jewelry attempt — just as he had Rojas, who had 19. Shemar or some side ruching, con- you can find for under $100. Valdez and Tony German four times in a recent game Fantroy had seven, Chaplin sider adding a brooch to the If you compare this price back on the court, but the — and Lopez immediately and Dominic Cavitt each had waistline of your dress to to something you’d buy at a Dolphins weren’t impressed. benched him. six, Jesse Deluca had five, emphasize your waist. You department store, the price is In One Era in Key West has After two three-point With a minute left and Stewart scored four and can also add a brooch to an virtually equivalent — so a great selection of vintage shots by Rojas and a basket Marathon down, 54-51, the Richie Wells and Mike Allen updo with a bobby pin. perhaps invest in a quality brooches. by Arie Stewart, the visitors Dolphins made a turnover, each added two. In addition to brooches, vintage piece you will keep were suddenly ahead, 49-45, one of 10 they committed in Afterward, Freeman voiced you can find some really for a lifetime and pass down ● In One Era at 227 and chants of, “Who are we? the quarter, and the Conchs his concerns about the officiat- fabulous earring/necklace to the next generation. Petronia St. in Key West. It’s Marathon!” blared out from went into a stall that consisted ing with Key West referee sets that will instantly trans- Most jewelry we buy for open 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. a sea of blue-clad supporters mostly of Valdez dribbling. Glenwood Lopez, the Key form your look into chic. special occasions tends to be every day except Mondays. behind the Dolphins’ bench. “Foul ‘em! Foul ‘em!” West coach’s father, who had Go big in only one place. pieces we will wear only once In addition, if you’re into But little went right for screamed Freeman, but there watched the game from the Vintage costume jewelry is a year. However, consider online shopping try eBay or Marathon after that. Rice and were 17 second left when a stands. Suddenly, they began dazzling and beautiful and how you might incorporate a Etsy.com. Both have a great Valdez scored to tie it at 49-49. foul was called. pushing each other, and Lopez will easily draw attention. If vintage piece with other out- selection of vintage jewelry Referee Glenn Hayes then “When we try to foul, you then chased Freeman to the you’re wearing a statement fits in your wardrobe. from a variety of sellers hit Freeman with a technical won’t call it,” the coach end of the court as onlookers necklace, go smaller in the A brooch, for example, around the world. The more foul with 3:54 left. Rice yelled at Hayes and the other rushed toward them. earrings and practically bare can really be worn with a specific you are with your made one of the ensuing two official, Nick Trovato. Freeman and Lopez quick- on your arms. variety of items. Wear it on search, the better results free throws and the Conchs Thompson — who led all ly calmed down, had a con- Use statement pieces to the lapel of a jacket or try you’ll have. were ahead for good. scorers with 20 points — versation and parted amiably. draw the eye to one area, not combining three brooches I recommend searching In the next minute and a sank two free throws and, “We fought hard and had five. Wearing too many and wearing it as a statement using phrases such as “vin- half, the Conchs attempted amid the roars of Conch fans, a chance to win, but I statement pieces tends to be on basic shift dress. You can tage rhinestone brooch” or nine free throws and made the game quickly ended. thought that was taken away overkill and will only dis- also use a brooch to secure a “vintage rhinestone neck- three of them for a 53-49 Rice followed Thompson from us,” Freeman later said. tract, so use vintage costume scarf around your neck. lace set.” Good luck and lead. (In all, Key West with 16 points, Valdez scored The Conchs (8-8) will con- jewelry sparingly. Two boutiques that sell happy shopping. attempted 21 free throws and seven, Luis Acosta had four, clude the regular season at When buying vintage an amazing assortment of Marathon tried six.) Fred Carter had three and 7:30 tonight at home against jewelry, make sure to exam- vintage costume jewelry: Leah Maki is a fashion- The Dolphins were still Miguel Rivera, Andre Florida A&M High. Marathon ine it with care. Does it have ● The Pink Junktique at obsessed style blogger. More alive when Rojas scored on a Patterson and A.J. Cromwell travels to Coral Shores Tues- any missing stones? Does 98275 Overseas Highway in of her fashion advice can be floater in the lane to make it each scored two. day for a 7:30 p.m. contest. the piece look like it was Key Largo. It’s open 10 a.m. found on her blog, Leahs 53-51 with 1:21 on the clock. Eight players scored for crafted well? to 5 p.m. seven days a week. 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FILM PIGEON POSTER ‘Any Day Now’ like Keys case Dade County. Co-producers Smith and Skahen adopt- were state’s 1st ed their boys in 2008. The state chose not to contest a OK’d to adopt Monroe County judge’s rul- ing, making them the first BY STEVE ROTHAUS openly gay adoptive parents [email protected] in Florida. “The message remains an In late 2010, a pair of gay important message,” said Dan Skahen foster dads in Key West Smith, a Key West attorney heard of a proposed motion and Wayne who works with other foster picture that sounded a lot like LaRue Smith parents, gay and straight, their own legal fight to adopt with their who want to adopt. two sons. two sons, “Occasionally, we get “The film mirrors our case Alex and wind of some politician who here in Florida,” said Wayne Joseph. wants to reinstate the ban LaRue Smith, who, with against gay adoption. We partner Dan Skahen in 2008, have to be vigilant,” Smith Photo courtesy said. “There are still signifi- became the first gay men in MIAMI HERALD Florida allowed to adopt. cant voices in Tallahassee Smith and Skahen met ble injustice is what I most story. That was 1996, not that and around the state who are with director Travis Fine and, responded to,” Cumming long ago.” “Unfit” is a 2012 opposed to full equality for along with Miami attorney said of the independent film, documentary about a all families.” Steven Kozlowski, co-pro- which cost under $2 million Pensacola lesbian who lost Smith said their sons, duced the movie “Any Day to produce. “The thing I custody of her pre-teen daugh- Alex, 15, and Joseph, 16, Now,” which co-stars came away from was how ter to an ex-husband who had attend Northeast boarding The Pigeon Key Foundation has commissioned this artwork Broadway and TV actor Alan awful this wonderful family murdered his first wife. schools. from Aurelio Grisanty to raise money for the group Friends Cumming and which Friday was destroyed.” Kozlowski also helped “Joseph is dyslexic and in of Old Seven, which is working to raise money to restore the nationally and in South Cumming is quick to represent Steven Lofton, a a special school. He’s doing section of the old Seven Mile Bridge leading to Pigeon Key. remarkably well. He’s going Florida on the mainland. remind that even though the Florida gay man who in 1999 Unframed posters cost $40 and framed versions cost $140. “I want people to see it film is set 34 years ago, “it’s unsuccessfully tried to adopt to a high school that boasts a because it really moves peo- like a reality check. It hap- his foster sons. 100 percent graduation rate, To order one, go to www.friendsofoldseven.org. ple,” said Kozlowski, who pens. It still happens.” “How could no parents be and 100 percent of their kids with Miami Beach attorney “It stands up on its own as better than gay parents? go on to a college or univer- Elizabeth Schwartz helped a story in its time,” Cumming That’s when ideology trumps sity. He wants to be a veteri- represent Smith and Skahen said. “We know that preju- the reality,” Kozlowski said. narian and I’m very confi- Tell those you LOVE in 1999 at the beginning of dice like that still exists in the dent he can do it.” just how you feel with our their Florida adoption fight. world. It’s not like it was 100 The battle Smith said Alex is being Set in 1979, “Any Day years ago. It’s so upsetting Florida banned gays from educated elsewhere because Now” is a fictional story of a that this thing happened and adopting just after Anita “we don’t have a lot of confi- Los Angeles drag queen we’re part of a society that let Bryant successfully cam- dence in the local high VALENTINE named Rudy (played by this happen.” paigned to repeal Miami- school.” Cumming) who takes in a The local producers agree. Dade County’s gay-rights Both boys are thriving, youngster with Down syn- “There are still places law in 1977. For 33 years, the Smith said. LOVE LINES drome after the boy’s mother where these kinds of questions state was the only one in the “When you see them real- goes to jail on drugs and pros- are raised,” Kozlowski said. nation that specifically izing their potential, it’s ful- To be published Wednesday, Feb. 13 titution charges. Rudy and his “We live in a bubble here in banned gays from adopting. filling, it’s humbling,” he Order deadline is Thursday, Feb. 7 boyfriend Paul (Garret South Florida, a more pro- The law was overturned in said. “It fills me with the Cost is $19.30 per square Dillahunt of TV’s Raising gressive reality than in other 2010 when an appeals court sense of awe about life in Hope) face many legal hur- places in Florida. You look at upheld an adoption granted general.” GREAT GIFT!! dles as they attempt to adopt ‘Unfit,’ the Ward vs. Ward to Martin Gill of Miami- young Marco (Isaac Leyva). After being grilled in The entire color court about whether they Mom & Dad, section will be would be good parents and Happy role models — asked ques- on-line so you tions like whether the boy can email your Valentine’s ever saw them kiss — Rudy and Paul lose their case. Love Line Day. “It would not be appropri- to anyone, With Love, ate to have a happy ending, anywhere! even though we’re conditioned Lisa & John to expect one,” said Cumming, No shipping or who co-stars as consultant Eli wrapping needed! Actual single square size. Gold on CBS’ “The Good Wife” and won a Tony oppo- Larger sizes available site Natasha Richardson for the 1998 Broadway revival of “Cabaret.” Cumming, a longtime J.C. LGBT activist, said he took the part for union scale as a I’ll LOVE YOU “social responsibility.” FOREVER AND “It’s not like I have an onus on me to do something I ALWAYS don’t want to. It has to be something important,” said T.R. Cumming, whose latest cause Actual double square size to include a picture is an anti-circumcision cam- paign called Intact America. Cumming filmed “Any To reserve your space: Day Now” during a 2011 Call us at 743-5551 summer break from “The Good Wife.” Or email to [email protected] “The subject matter, the or [email protected] injustice, the horrible, horri-
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‘I want to pull the spectators into unreal and strange worlds,’ says Austrian art photographer Andreas Franke about her art pieces now on exhibit at The Studios of Key West. Exploring new worlds for art and artists curator of exhibitions and New artistic programs for the Riverviews director touts Artspace. Stover’s hiring was pre- ‘vivid energy’ ceded in September by the addition of Jed Dodds, who By SEAN KINNEY took over executive director [email protected] duties from Jay Scott after three years. The Studios of Key West, Dodds, formerly of The after a somewhat tenuous Creative Alliance in 2011, started the New Year Baltimore, Md., has a bache- with the replacement of their lor’s degree from Yale executive director and the University and a Master of hiring of a brand new artistic Fine Arts degree in sculpture director. from the Art Institute of Randy Roberts plays Mother Superior in ‘The Divine Sister,’ now playing at the Red Barn Theatre. Erin Stover, who inter- Chicago. He also took exec- viewed for the artistic direc- utive training at the Stanford tor job in November, moved School of Business. to Key West just before In an interview with Christmas from Lynchburg, Peek behind walls Vir., where she served as the G See Studios, 5B ‘gleefully demented’ KEY LARGO It opened Tuesday and production, which features Female impersonator ‘Divine Sister’ will play through Feb. 23 at sets by Rick Worth and Roberts stars as Mother a comic homage the Red Barn Theatre, 319 Gary McDonald. Superior, managing a Duval St., Key West. This theatrical send up swirling chaos of mystery, to nun-sense Written by Charles of nun stereotypes runs the intrigue, holy miracles, Busch, who starred in “Die gamut, according to The St. surprising love interests, L’Attitudes Staff Mommie Die” and is the Louis Theatre Snob, who Russian dwarves and a author of the Broadway play, wrote: “This peek behind sinister monk. Randy Roberts as “The Tale of the Allergist’s cloister walls will provide McDonald plays the Mother Superior. Wife,” his latest work won you with plenty of rollick- Jewish atheist and a 10- Kathleen Peace as Sister rave reviews when it opened ing over-the-topness, year-old boy learning the Acacius, wrestling coach. in New York. including send-ups of mechanics of swinging a Mimi McDonald as an Here’s what the New everything from “Doubt” baseball bat at the convent imposing Jewish atheist York Times reviewer and “Agnes of God” to school. Peace also plays the philanthropist. wrote: “Cue the Hallelujah “The Sound of Music” and role of Lily, girl reporter. Florida stone crabs rated a seafood delicacy. Add a convent backdrop chorus! Mr. Busch is in “The Da Vinci Code.” Just In addition to Roberts, and secrets from previous peak form ... his freshest, about everyone in the show McDonald and Peace, other lives lived and you have funniest work in years, per- has a past, and the revela- cast members for the Key the makings of “The Divine haps decades.” tions that come out one by West production include: Stone Crab Festival Sister,” a play described as Director Larry Coen, one thicken the plot with Joan O’Dowd, who plays a “gleefully demented” and who won a Norton Award the most entertaining turn severe doctrinaire nun from as a “comic homage to for his direction of “The of events. I can’t even tell the mother house in Berlin at Rowell’s Marina nearly every Hollywood Divine Sister” in Boston, you. You just have to see it and also an old Scottish Key Largo presents stone film involving nuns.” came to Key West for this for yourself.” charwoman; Nicole Key Largo hosts crabs and more during the Nurenberg, a fresh-faced seafood fest fourth annual Stone Crab and postulant flirting with mira- Seafood Festival Jan. 26-27. cles with a surprise coun- on Jan. 26-27 Rowell’s marina property terpart; and Brandon at mile marker 104.5, bay- Beach, who covers the Ever wonder why Mother side, hosts the event, which action as a handsome Nature gave Florida stone showcases culinary offerings reporter and also plays an crabs such a strong claw? from Upper Keys restaurants. albino monk. Diet. Festival hours on All the actors play dual Stone crabs prey on oys- Saturday, Jan. 26: 11 a.m. to roles in this one. And they ters, other mollusks and 8 p.m. On Sunday, Jan. 27, all have secrets. crustaceans. That strong it’s 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. SUNDAY,SUNDAY, JANUARYJANUARY 2727 “The unraveling of those claw enables them to crack Here’s a rundown on secrets involves enough open shells of their prey. restaurants participating: plot threads to weave a And those large claws Ballyhoo’s Seafood fromfrom 11 toto 66 pmpm atat center-hall tapestry,” wrote make for some lip-smacking Grille, grilled oysters Ben Brantley in The New good eatin’ - especially Key Largo Fisheries, raw York Times. “It’s a process when served up with dipping bar - peel and eat shrimp, that allows Mr. Busch to sauce, some hash browns stone crabs, and fish dip and plenty of cold beer or G See Divine, 6B even champagne. G See Stone crab, 6B
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Dance Company in their pres- Sunset Dinners Joy Hawkins, entation of “1969.” Denis Hyland Michael Boyer is respon- Now only sible for the Florida condo $15.95 are the stars setting; David Bird is han- Rack of Lamb dling lighting, with Carmen per person Stuart Meltzer, artistic Rodriguez in charge of cos- Tender...delicious... 7 nights a week director of Zoetic Stage at tumes and props. Luigi A hint of rosemary (except holidays) the Arsht Center in Miami, Ritarossi choreographed the – L’Attitudes review Feb. 1, 2002 Must be seated by 5:15 pm will direct Key West players ballroom dance routines. in “Six Dance Lessons in Annie Miners is stage man- “The only thing we overlook is the ocean.” Six Weeks.” ager for this production. Open 7 days a week • Dinner 4:30 - 10pm • Breakfast 7:30 - 10am The Richard Alfieri play, For tickets, call 294-5015 Reservations 289-1554 At Beautiful Rainbow Bend Resort called “thoughtful, razor or visit: WaterfrontPlay • Credit Cards Accepted • Mile Marker 58, Grassy Key sharp, charming” by the house.org for online Hollywood Reporter, opens ticketing. Jan. 31 for a two-week run Guest director Meltzer is at the Waterfront Playhouse. just coming off several criti- Valentines Day Romantic It’s the story of a formida- cally-acclaimed hits from the ble widow living in a Florida South Florida theater scene, Horse Drawn Carriage Rides! condo who decides to hire a including “I Am My Own dance instructor to give her Wife” and the recent, “All private lessons. Unfortunately, New People.” it’s hate at first sight. “Six Dance Lessons” pre- Through the language of miered at the Geffen dance, however, these two Playhouse in Los Angeles somewhat lost souls eventu- with the great actress and ally move beyond their dif- acting teacher Uta Hagen ferences to find a meaning- Joy Hawkins and Denis Hyland star in ‘Six Dance Lessons in and “Frasier’s” David Hyde ful friendship. Pierce. The New York Post called Six Weeks,’which opens Jan. 31 at the Waterfront Playhouse. On Broadway, the two the play “A joy to watch!” Waterfront’s “August: Osage reasons and is barely keeping performers were Polly Joy Hawkins plays Lily, a County.” Also at the his head above water. Hyland Bergen and Mark Hamill retired schoolteacher who is Waterfront, she has appeared is well known as a brilliant (from “Star Wars” fame.) Make Valentines Day special with a leisurely ride in a attempting to move beyond to critical acclaim as Sister dancer having performed Subsequent productions the loss of her husband and Aloysius in “Doubt” and with major ballet companies. include runs in Berlin, Tel carriage through the Upper Matecumbe historic art district. reconnect with life. The Amanda in “The Glass At the Waterfront he has Aviv, Helsinki, Tokyo, Paris, Or arrive in style to one of the area’s restaurants. artistic director of The Red Menagerie.” appeared as Nugget in Madrid, London, as well as Limited availability, Upper Matecumbe only. Barn Theatre, Hawkins Denis Hyland plays “Equus” as well as the villain- all over the U.S. The Miami Call and book your reservations NOW 305-505-0139 recently directed “Oil City Michael, a former Broadway ous Jack in “Reefer Madness.” Herald called the show “a Symphony.” And last season chorus boy who has moved Last season he performed with huge crowd pleaser!” www.islandhorsedrawncarriages.com she played Violet in the back to Florida for family the Key West Contemporary Island Horse Drawn Carriage, Inc MUSIC Island Grass Music Fest at Boondocks McCune, Doerfel Ramrod Key, mile marker Fund-raiser Gary Family and 27.5, bayside. helps Habitat Hempsey CW Colt. Vendors will set up and the In addi- booths and Boondocks’ for Humanity Terry tion to miniature golf course will be Cassidy music, open as well. A half-dozen bands will Band are organizers There will be 50/50 cash be on tap Sunday, Jan. 27, among the have a raffles and gift-card raffles for the Island Grass Music performers conch during the festival, which Fest sponsored by Habitat CASSIDY scheduled. McCUNE chowder runs from 1-6 p.m. for Humanity of the Lower Other musicians partici- cook-off, the 14th annual for For more information, Keys and Key West. pating in the Habitat Music this event, which this year call 294-9006. Howard Livingston, Pat Fest are Bill Blue, The moves to Boondocks on ‘A wonderful community of artists’ From Studios, 4B
L’Attitudes, Stover, who holds a Master of Fine Arts degree from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Vir., said during past visits to Key West she was struck by the local artistic commu- nity and looks forward to immersing herself. Saturday Carriage Ride Special Stover said she has visited the Southernmost City “four or five times” before moving Erin Stover, newly-hired here, mainly to hang out on artistic director at TSKW. the beach or go diving. But of the robust art scene: wreck and digitally added “I noticed it very vividly in elements, creating images terms of energy. It’s obvious- such as a young girl wielding Photographer Andreas Franke’s photographs were mounted ly a wonderful community of a butterfly net to capture fish on the Vandenberg’s weather deck and allowed to ‘age’ for artists. You can see it every- and a workman perched on a months before surfacing for The Studios’ exhibit, which runs where in town.” crossbeam to eat his lunch. The 4- by 5-foot photo- through Feb. 15. “I could sense that in my Take a horse drawn carriage ride through mile marker 24- or 48-hour visits, but I graphs then were sand- to make art” - is drawing and her own preferences. was never here long enough wiched in plexiglass and painting. Since she is essen- Stover’s first few weeks 81.5, Islamorada’s “historic art district” to fully immerse myself. So displayed on the tially the Studio’s arbiter of in Key West have been spent that’s what I’m doing now.” Vandenberg’s Weather Deck would-be exhibits, Stover biking around the island and SATURDAY SPECIAL, 11AM – 3PM Stover said of her new beneath the ocean’s surface said it’s a conscious effort to stopping by galleries and Adults $20, Kids $8 (13-3), Under 3 are Free role at The Studios of Key for almost five months. remove her own tastes from studios to introduce herself. Please call for reservations West: “My main focus is Barnacles, algae and the selection process. “I’m a wanderer, so I’m going to be exhibitions.” other marine organisms “It’s impossible to totally exploring on bike and on 305-505-0139 The first opened Jan. 17. grew on them and slight take yourself out of that foot. Being in the city, my Titled “The Vandenberg water leaks altered the process and there are things work and personal life over- www.islandhorsedrawncarriages.com Project-The Life Above images to create the work that appeal to me,” she said, lap. I’m just out there trying Refined Below” features being exhibited on land. adding that she was aware to meet everybody. It’s the Island Horse Drawn Carriage, Inc painting by Austrian art pho- “I’m very excited that’s of the need to reflect beyond kind of work I love doing.” tographer Andreas Franke going to be the first exhibi- that were secured to the hull tion I come in on,” Stover of the artificial reef made said. “They’re phenomenal when the USS Hoyt S. pieces. I love that they have Vandenberg was scuttled off the impact of the ocean.” of Key West. Stover’s preferred medi- Franke photographed the um - “when I have the time your carriage awaits you... Make it a special day or night out in Islamorada in a horse drawn carriage! Let us pick you up or drop off at any of the area hotels or restaurants, ONLY $25* *Upper Matecumbe only Please call for reservations 305-505-0139
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BIG BAND SOUND Glenn Miller Orchestra brings their big, bold orchestra jazz sound to the Keys for two concerts: 7:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 28 at Marathon High School Auditorium, 350 Sombrero Beach Rd. and 7:30 p.m.Tuesday, Jan. 29 at Island Community Church, mile marker 83.3 in Islamorada.Tickets cost $40 at the door. The Glenn Miller Orchestra, performing continuously since 1956, is known for unique jazz stylings and a playlist of favorites from the Big Band era popular with World War II vets and their families. For more information on the Islamorada concert programs, call 305-451-0665 or 240-0061, or e-mail: [email protected]. For more information on the Marathon concert series, call 305-289-1110 or 216-408-6546, or e-mail: [email protected]. And you can check out the association’s website at: www.floridakeysconcerts.com.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT BRIEFS Virginia author creative writing in her home Her grandparents story of the program, which runs town of Charlottesville, VA, escape from Austria was the from 8:30-11:15 a.m. in the lectures at The Studios and is currently working on basis for the popular musical Coral Shores Performance a second novel. “The Sound of Music.” Arts Center. Novelist Kristen Paige- The Friends of the Key A $20 donation is suggest- Sponsored by the National Madonia, author of West Library weekly lecture ed, with proceeds benefiting Endowments of the Arts, the “Fingerprints of You,” will series is free and open to the St. Paul’s music program. poetry competition will lecture at Friends of the public. Seating is available on St. Paul’s is located in include more than 30 students. Key West a first come, first served basis. Old Town Key West at the One winner will be Library, 6 For more information, corner of Eaton and Duval. selected by a panel of judges p.m. visit: http://friendsofthe for an all-expense paid trip Monday, keywestlibrary.org. to Tallahassee. Jan. 28, at Poetry contest Judges will weigh voice, The Studios at Coral Shores articulation and dramatic of Key Von Trapp performs appropriateness of the recita- West, 600 Feb. 2 at St. Paul’s Coral Shore High school tion. White St. students will take part in the Serving on the judge’s PAIGE-MADONIA Paige- Elizabeth von Trapp, fifth annual Poetry Out Loud panel this year: Patty Madonia’s 2012 novel was granddaughter of the leg- competition on Wednesday, Murphy, Rob Stober, Lois nominated for the American endary Maria and Baron von Jan. 30. Stormont and Sharon Library Association’s Best Trapp, will perform at 7 p.m. The public is invited to Wampler. Fiction for Young Adults Saturday, Award, and it has drawn Feb. 2, at high praise from Key West St. Paul’s writer Judy Blume: “Her Episcopal A host of writing is luminous, her Church in voice original, and the jour- Key West. ney she takes us on, com- Von cultural links pelling.” Trapp, a Eyecons impersonation Her short stories have From Divine, 4B folk singer show at La Ti Da, and by been widely published and VON TRAPP and gui- Carmen Rodriguez. won the 2010 Tennessee summon a host of cultural tarist, has previously per- Lighting design is by Jules Williams/New Orleans references to ecumenically formed in Europe as well at Conn. Literary Festival Prize. themed entertainments. We the Kennedy Center in “The Divine Sister” per- Paige-Madonia teaches segue from the sunny envi- Washington D.C. rons of The Singing Nun ... formances start at 7 p.m. to the shadows of nun noir Tickets are available at cinema and theater.” www.redbarntheatre.com, Costumes were created by phone at 296-9911 and • TOTAL NUDITY... by Christopher Peterson, from the Box Office, 319 Distinctive and known locally for his Duval Street. Tasteful • Florida’s Most Fish tacos Beautiful Women • Private Table and conch, too Dances Available From Stone crab, 4B Florida Keys Youth • Full Liquor and Sports, Budweiser beer Food Served ’til YMCA Key Largo, Dairy booths, rums and cocktails; Close Queen burgers and hot dogs festival dessert booths. Key Largo Fisheries, fish Admission: $5 per person • Open ’til 4am and chips; the Conch Shop (over 12 years of age) • Couples Welcome with conch fritters, conch The Key Largo salad, conch chowder; Merchants Association cre- Fisheries Shack with fish ated the Key Largo Stone Keys Hottest Happy Hour tacos, shrimp fritters and Crab and Seafood Festival. stone crab chowder It’s held on the last weekend 4-8 pm No Cover • 1/2 price Appetizers Snapper’s Restaurant, in January. 2-4-1 Dances • 2-4-1 Drinks tuna nachos The festival also features Key Largo Fire cooking demonstrations, a Tuesday - Locals Night Department, Jamaican key lime pie eating contest, jerked chicken and sausage shrimp-eating contests, a kids fishing tournament, live music, a magic show and kids play area.
The 19th Annual Master Chefs Classic 91298 Overseas Hwy, Tavernier Keys Movie Times bbtheatres.com A Culinary Tasting & Competition To Benefit MARC NOW ALL DIGITAL! Regal Cinemas The Monroe Association for ReMARCable Citizens (Providing Life Services for Monroe County’s Developmentally Disabled Residents) SHOWTIMES FOR Searstown, Key West, 294-0000 FRI. 01/25 - Thurs. 01/31 All shows that start before 4 p.m play only on weekends. Sunday, January 27, 2013 G 4 to 7 PM •••••••••••••••••• • Hansel and Gretel (R): 5:15 p.m. Hansel & Gretel: • Hansel and Gretel 3D (R): 2:15, 7:45 and 10:00 p.m. on the Key West Westin Resort Pier G 245 Front St. Witch Hunters (R) • Movie 43 (R): 1:45p 5:00, 7:30 and 9:45 p.m. 3D 2:00; 7:00; 9:50* • Broken City (R): 1:00p 4:15, 6:45 and 9:30 p.m. Featuring the following fine restaurants: 2D 4:30 • The Last Stand (R): 4:30 and 9:35 p.m. The Roof Top Cafe G Latitudes on Sunset Key G Bistro 245 G Hot Tin Roof •••••••••••••••••• (R) • Mama (PG-13): 1:15, 4:00, 7:15 and 9:50 p.m. A & B Lobster House G The Strip House G Croissants de France Silver Linings Playbook 1:35; 4:20; 7:10; 9:55 • Gangster Squad (R): 2:00 and 7:00 p.m. G G * Alonzo’s Oyster Bar Bagatelle Restaurant Cheeseburger •••••••••••••••••• • Zero Dark Thirty (R): 1:30, 4:45 and 8:00 p.m. G La Trattoria Better Than Sex Dessert Restaurant Last Stand (R) 1:45; 4:15; 6:50; 9:40* Tropic Cinema Tickets on sale now at MARC Plant Store, 1401 Seminary St or www.keystix.com •••••••••••••••••• Zero Dark Thirty (R) 416 Eaton St., Key West, 295-9493 The event would not be possible without out great sponsors: • A Royal Affair (R): 2:00, 6:00 and 8:35 p.m. 12:05; 3:25; 6:45; 10:05* •••••••••••••••••• • Life of Pi (PG): 4:00 p.m. Mama (PG13) • Life of Pi 3D (PG): 1:30, 6:30 and 9:00 p.m. 1:30; 4:00; 6:55; 9:45* • Silver Linings Playbook (R): 1:45, 4:15, 6:35 and 8:50 p.m. •••••••••••••••••• • Lincoln (PG-13): 2:15 and 8:00 p.m. Sorry no passes * Fri., Sat. and Sunday only Marathon Community Cinema 5101 Overseas Highway, Marathon, 743-0288 • Les Misérables (PG-13):Weekdays: 7:00 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday: 2:00 and 7:00 p.m. Tavernier Towne Cinema Tavernier Mall,Tavernier, 853-7003 • Hansel & Gretel (R): 4:30 p.m. • Hansel & Gretel 3D (R): 2:00, 7:00 and 9:50 p.m. • The Last Stand (R): 1:45, 4:15, 6:50 and 9:40 p.m. • Mama (PG-13): 1:30, 4:00, 6:55 and 9:45 p.m. • Zero Dark Thirty (R): 12:05, 3:25, 6:45 and 10:05 p.m. • Silver Linings Playbook (R): 1:35, 4:20, 7:10 and 9:55 p.m. Keynoter KeysNet.com Saturday, January 26, 2013 7B
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PUBLIC NOTICE OPEN HOUSE FULL TIME POSITION OPEN Chapter 705, Florida Statutes, the following list of described UTILITY CLERK property is being held by Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. Sunday, January 27 G 1to4p.m. These items may be inspected January 21 ending February 8, 1215A Sombrero Blvd. G Marathon The City of Key Colony Beach is accepting 2013 at Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, 500 Whitehead Street BEST OF BOTH WORLDS! applications for a FULL TIME Utility Clerk. Old Jail, Key West, Florida 33040. Please call to make arrange- Lovely townhouse style half ments for viewing. 305-292-7144 as some of these items are duplex located on Boot Key Experience in bookkeeping/secretarial/clerical work/Quick Books stored at different locations. Harbor & Sombrero Golf Course, required. Applicants must possess strong communication skills. Any person holding a valid claim as owner or finder who have Spacious 3 BD/2.5 BA furnished, Education requirement: Minimum – High School Graduate with 5 years proper proof of ownership must make their claim in writing to New Kitchen, deep water, seawall, office work experience. Salary Range: $35,000.00 - $38,000.00 based the address listed below. Any claimant may be assessed storage 14,000# Boat Lift & Beautiful upon qualifications. Application Deadline: February 1, 2013. and advertisement fees. Views. All it needs is you! Offered at $615,000. Mail resume to: 1. vessel for Neal Quinn 10. 4 cast nets in cases City Clerk 2. 1978 TYR 18’ vessel 11. yellow bracelet Clara Mayette PO Box 510141 3. cell phone for w/fish charm REALTOR®, GRI Key Colony Beach, FL 33051 Frank Simonelli 12. yellow ring w/flower (305) 395-2095 4. Watch & charm for design & stones Call for additional information: 305-289-1212 Waldemar Pacheco 13. yellow ring with stones [email protected] 5800 Overseas Hwy, Suite 17 5. clock for James Pressler 14. 12 assorted rods and reels www.exitfloridakeys.com Marathon, FL 33050 Equal Opportunity Employer 6. purse & white grillz 15 Triton white metal ring for Marcella Venuto with stones 7. yellow bracelet with 16. Echo gas powered blower Full time Administrative Assistant butterflies 17. 1 bag with assorted tools 8. white women watch 18. Freedom 160X red kayak The MONROE COUNTY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT The ideal candidate will be detail oriented, able to 9. yellow chain broken clasp COURT has the following position available. multi task, and must possess good computer, Any property not claimed during this time period will revert phone and typing skills. Knowledge of QuickBooks ownership to the Sheriff of Monroe County to be used, sold or ASSISTANT FINANCE DIRECTOR – Florida CPA certificate a plus. Hourly position – pay commensurate with donated as pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 705, Florida required. Supervises the operations of the finance Statutes. experience. Benefits package department. Performs a variety of complex accounting available. For consideration, Richard A. Ramsay Sheriff of Monroe County and financial functions related to maintaining the send cover letter and resume By: Diana O’Dell records and systems of the Board of County to [email protected]. Property/Evidence Division Commissioners. Knowledge of GAAP and GASB P.O. Box 6530 Key West, FL 33040 required. Assists with preparation of the CAFR. 305-292-7144 Published Keynoter 1/19/13 & 1/26/13 Graduation from an accredited four year university.
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THANKSGIVING PUPS that on March 7, 2013 at 3:00 2 beautiful males left. Been P.M. the Monroe County wormed. White Husky mix. ER Registration/Admitting Clerk Purchasing Office will receive Socialized by a professional. FRED'S BEDS Make BIG and open sealed responses for To good responsible homes $$$$ the following: only! 305-743-2876 100s of Beds Environmental Services Aide Factory Direct to You PERFORM REMOVAL, Bartender, Dancers REFLOATING AND/OR New Tropical Wicker Servers & Security DEMOLITION AND Bedroom and Living Room Registered Nurses DISPOSAL OF DERELICT Housing available VESSELS, FLOATING Dinettes, Futons, Recliners STRUCTURES AND MARINE Simmons Beautyrest Monday - Saturday DEBRIS GARAGE SALE MM 87.5 B/S Ultrasound/Vascular/Echo Tech MONROE COUNTY, Sat. 1/26. New house, too www.fredsbeds.com Call Mr Ford FLORIDA much "stuff"! Everything from FREE DELIVERY dishes to chairs. 10:00 - 2:00. 664-4335 Maintenance Tech Requirements for submission 127 Royal Ln. , Islamorada. Marathon MM 53.5 743-7277 Big Coppitt MM 9.5 295-8430 WOODY’S MM82 and the selection criteria may KEY LARGO MM 106 be requested from Large Yard Sale! DemandStar by Onvia at Too many items to mention. Accounting Manager www.demandstar.com OR 455 Big Pine Rd. Sat, 8am - 2. RV LOTS FOR RENT www.monroecountybids.com No early birds please. DUCK KEY-Deluxe canal or call toll-free at 1-800-711- front spacious home, dockage Marathon 1712. The Public Record is Marathon Garden Club’s 2/2, all tile, screened in patio, In Adult Park Pharmacy Tech P/T available at the Monroe County January Jamboree. W/D, A/C, pets ok. $1800/mo Please call 305-743-6519 Purchasing Office located at Sat., 8:30 am-3pm. +util. FLS. 800-386-7969 Apply online at: The Gato Building, 1100 Free Admission. Plants http://www.fishermenshospital.org Simonton Street, Room 2-213, (mainland vendors), rummage sale, baked goods & more! Fisherman’s Community Hospital is Key West, Florida. All Re- apartments for rent Efficency MM50 Bayside. 743-4971 sponses must be sealed and apartments for rent includes located in Marathon, FL must be submitted to the Mon- MARATH ON MOVING SALE electric, water & garbage. roe County Purchasing Office. 558 Sombrero Beach Rd. Very private area. screened E.O.E./Drug Free Workplace/E-verify Furniture, electronics, furniture, porch. Washer & Dryer on Published January 26, 2013 kitchenware & much more. premises. 750 or 800 per Florida Keys Keynoter Sat., Jan., 1/26, 8AM - 1 PM. month. F.L.S. 305-743-7759 MARATHO N YARD SALE GARDEN CENTER 2235 Yellowtail, off Aviation Dr. Outdoor Living Sales Person Sat. only, 9AM -? FURNISHED SMALL 1 Looking for a professional who Ad# 358321 BEDROOM Kitchenette and possesses a strong sales living area/private entry/ on Home for Rent - Close to background. Good working Alex’s Auto Wrecking & canal. Water/electric/cable/wi- FIRST MORTGAGE LOANS Boat Ramp 2 Bedroom/1 knowledge of tropical plants, Parts gives Notice of Foreclo- fi included. One employed Discounted 25%. Bath, Washer/Dryer, Shed, adult, non-smoker, no pets. outdoor furniture, and accesso- sure of Lien and intent to sell Fenced Yard, Pets OK. $1,400 Currently paying 7.25%. Deposit, mo. rent, damages. ries, landscape and hardscape these vehicles on 02/06/2013 Call Linda 305-395-1446 [email protected]. $800 305-986-2068 design, and construction speci- 9:00:00 AM at 111 US High- [email protected] (305) 743-5164 way 1 # 107, Key West, FL [email protected] fications as they relate to land- 33040 pursuant to subsection Carrier central AC / Heat scape. Base + commission + 713.78 of the Florida Statutes. -Infinity series -2 stage MARATHON 10881 7th Ave. benefits. Alex’s Auto Wrecking & Parts compressor , handler stand, Gulf. 2 BR, 1 1/2 BA, [email protected] reserves the right to accept or overflow pan with auto shut off downstairs unit. Includes reject any and/or all bids. All infinity thermostat control Stove & refrigerator. No pets. sales are final $1000. 743-2561 lv message. $1225/mo F/L/S. 740-409-2100 Experienced Bookkeeper MARATHON/COCO PLUM F/T position in Big Pine (Mon- RFBS1A0477B390224 1/1, waterfront, full kit, D/W, Fri). Must be proficient in MS Help Wanted If you have Boat King Mattress Set & Rattan 2007 KYOO spacious, tiled, W/D, screened Excel. Background check Rental or Marina experience, Head board. King porch, covered parking. Long come join Vacation Boat mattress,box spring & frame, required. Send resume to 4A3AK54F2VE017299 term. 305-289-0064 Rentals and Marina Junction Maple Rattan headboard. [email protected]. attn: 1997 MITSUBISHI for a exciting, fast paced Package deal... $595 MARATHON Large 1 BR APT BOM or fax 305-872-2555. environment that offers good Mattress-$425/Box $100 HOUSE FOR RENT 2 BR 2 2nd level. Conveniently 2G1WF52E829189299 paying full and part time Head Board- $125.00 786-282 BATH 1200 SQ FT. $1400. located. New kitchen, W/D, 2002 CHEVROLET positions. We have immediate -5212 [email protected] FENCED YARD. LG KITCHEN completely furnished. $1150 openings for the following TILE FLOORS WALK-IN mo, F/L/S. 305-289-1150 Administra tive Assistant 1G1FP23EXML113301 positions. CLOSET WASHER AND Needed for following: 1991 CHEVROLET Marathon - Lrg 2/2 unfurn apt. DRYER. SOME PETS OK 305 Appointment coordination, 10803 6th Ave Gulf. $1125/mo. - Boat Delivery -481-0942 event and meeting planning, PRIVATE COLLECTOR Taking applications. 3 year - Boat Cleaning/Detailing 1ZVHT80N595133046 [email protected] make travel arrangements, 2009 FORD WANTS. Rolex Dive watches employment & housing history - Front Counter/Parts/Service and Pilot Watches. Old model req’d, as well as F/L/S. Util, ph record, monitor expenses, KEY LARGO MM96. Ocean raise monthly invoice. Must LPRSA20A15A605599 Military clocks & watches. Call & TV not supplied. 289-1887 Stop in for an application today 305-743-4578. side. Direct ocean access posses a valid driver’s license. at 4681 Overseas Hwy, or 2005 YAMAHA w/Ocean views! Furn/unfurn. MARATHON STUDIO APT. This position pays $8.50/hour. Furnished, Water & electric email a resume. 305-453-6771 2 BR, 2 BA. Short or long term Send your resume or cover [email protected] LFGTCBPK0B1000780 rental. 786-258-3127 included. No pets. $900/mo. letter to: [email protected] 2001 LGB F/L/S. 743-0404 Office Manager MM 82 FAB FURNISHED Published January 26, 2013 Full time position. Must be studio. Tastefully decorated, Florida Keys Keynoter Key Colony Beach, Furn 2/2 proficient in MS Excel & Word. GATE ATTENDANT/ fully equipped kit., tile floors, Waterfront, half duplex. $1,450 Background check required. SECURITY KEY COLONY BEACH A/C, $850 all inclusive. F/L/S Send resume to seacampfla@ Weekends. MM 88.5. per mo. F/L/S. Non-smoking. Call (305) 481-5803 2 Bdrm suites, 2 Bths, work- Lynn Goodwin, Key Colony aol.com or fax 305-872-2555. Contact 853-0530 Ad# 360025 shop, bonus rooms, carport & Beach Realty, 305-923-9487 for more information. garage. 90 ft. canal. Too much MARATHON Half duplex Monroe County BOCC , NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE to list! $749K. 248-770-4791 2BR, 1BA. $1200/mo. Full Charge Bookkeeper , Toll Collector, Card Sound, OPEN HOUSE MM 100 O/S First and Last. Key Largo, (PWCST011) ANCHOR TOWING gives No- Summerland Key : Sun. 1/27, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 3rd Ave, behind Office Depot. $10,501.92 - $14,700.92 / 17 tice of Foreclosure of Lien and for CPA firm clients. Must 3 BR / 3 BA w/ deep water Call Nick 305-522-6567 hpw., H.S. or G.E.D.; 0-1 yr intent to sell these vehicles on know write-ups, bank recs & canal. $680K 233 Caribean exp. VET PREF AVAIL 02/08/2013, 08:00 am at 189 year-end adjustments/journal Dr. or call (305) 773-1214. E.O.E. Deadline-open until US HIGHWAY 1 KEY WEST, entries. Duties also incl. AP/AR, payroll, balance sheet, filled; 292-4557 FL 33040-5476, pursuant to A MOVE IN NOW from $295 MM 30.5 BIG PINE KEY monthly, quarterly & annual tax [email protected] subsection 713.78 of the week. MARATHON. Weekly U.S. Hwy. 1 Frontage reporting. Min. 8 years exp, Florida Statutes. ANCHOR 80’ Waterfront in GalwayBay or monthly. Fully furn. All Commerical Space Available professional & accurate, team POOL TECHNICIAN TOWING reserves the right to 55+ MH park, Marathon. Furn, utilities, cable & free WI FI $850 / month. player w/can-do attitude. Must Clean driving record. accept or reject any and/or all encl addition, 2/1.5, refurb, 27’ included. 305-289-0800 Call (239) 541-1678. have more accting software Middle Keys. bids. boat dock. $45K. $761 lot proficiency than just 305-849-5934 rent. 305-393-2065; 393-2841 JHZAE03095H532786 QuickBooks. Exp. 2005 HONDA KEY LARGO Park Model for LITTLE TORCH KEY 2BR Marathon - Gulfside Village w/Thompson CSA & CBS sale. Handicapped designed, 1BA on swimming canal. Lrg 5800 O/S Hwy, Unit #32, 960 software preferred. Accting degree a plus. E-mail resume Certified Home Health Aid Published January 26, 2013 1 BR, furnished. Never lived in. fenced yard, storage, shed. sq. ft. $1750/mo. plus elec. needed for female, Marathon. Florida Keys Keynoter $15,000. Owner financing Pets OK. Avail. Feb. $1200 Pete Donnelly 732-996-9591 to [email protected] Bishop, Rosasco & Co. 6 days, available 12 noon - available. Lot rent $500/mo. /mo + util. F/L. 305-295-6432 or Sue Lovley 305-304-7565 8:30 PM. $11 per hr. 305-522-5841 CPA’s. EOE MARATHON 3BR MARATHO N US 1 Call 631-831-0879 Fenced-in yard, quie street, Commercial Space Avail. F/T & P/T MEDICAL ASST. W/D hookup. 1000 sf, $1/sf + util, taxes & WILL TRAIN - Pruett insur. Yard space also GET RESULTS KEYS Call 305-797-9132 Dermatology. Busy office in RV/MOBILE HOME LOTS available. 305-923-9542 FOR SALE, with transitional MM 103 O/S 1 BR / 1 BA Islamorada & Key West. PINK PLAZA MM103 with the Keynoter’s NET building rights, in Key RV In marina. $500 / month Excellent coordination & Park, Marathon. For lease executive offices. WOW LOOK !!! organizational skills, eye for + electricity. Call (305) classified section. $65K. 305-743-5164 905-6867 for more information. $200 - $300/mo., includes WiFi detail, eagerness to learn, .COM and utilities. 515-244-1005 team player. Fax resume to abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVYXYZ<>1234567890,./-=_+:” 743-5551 305-664-8898 to schedule an interview. 8B Saturday, January 26, 2013 KeysNet.com Keynoter
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The Key West Marriott Beachside Hotel A BASSPRO SHOPS AFFILIATE is accepting applications for a Banquet Chef. Come work in our Modern Restaurant This is a leadership position in a high volume, WE ARE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR: production environment, handling events and providing service to the F&B operations of a four-diamond hotel. Line Cooks A resume demonstrating culinary and Need to make some operational success is required. extra cash? Fish Cutter Please visit www.spottswood.com/careers to apply. Deliver our newspapers 7 days a week between Apply @ Restaurant Administrative Office 4:30 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. in Key West 81532 Overseas Hwy., MM 81.5 Bayside Potential profit $400 a week Islamorada, FL 33036 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE For more information Equal Opportunity Employer - Drug Free Workplace call Bob at 743-5551 Ext. 28
Newspaper Carrier Wanted TOM THUMB Making a Difference with Children & Families Food Stores, Inc. CBC Director- Key West Offers the following positions in Quality Assurance Manager- Key West MONROE COUNTY MARATHON * Managers & Manager Trainees For detailed job descriptions visit wesleyhouse.org * Assistant Managers Three shifts available: Send application/resume to [email protected] Deliver newspapers * Store Clerks 6am to 2pm or stop by 1304 Truman Ave office. 7 days a week 2pm to 10pm Competitive salary plus good benefits. between 4 a.m. and 7 a.m. 10pm to 6am To apply please call 786-295-5307 WHFS is an EEOC Employer and Drug Free Workplace The pay is approximately and ask for Cleveland Mathis $500 a week. We will train. No experience needed. POSITIONS AVAILABLE AT: MAINTENANCE PERSON Stop in the Marathon office at Competitive wages and benefits. DFWP. E.O.E. PART TIME The Guidance/Care Small resort, Long Key. 3015 Overseas Highway Center, Inc. Flexible hours. Call 305-393-2238. to fill out an application. Adult Clinical Services Coordinator Ocean House - Guest Services Agent Ocean House Supervises adult mental at MM82 in Islamorada is health, substance abuse and seeking a full time Guest criminal justice programs. Services Agent/Front Desk. Florida Clinical License Must be available evenings/ Get a Fresh, New Start in 2013! weekends. Computer skills Required (LMHC, LMFT, necessary. 305-393-1486 LCSW), Florida Qualified [email protected] Begin 2013 with a rewarding new career that fits your Supervisor and must have om NOW HIRING Carolina Skiff Specialists All SERVER AND PART-TIME sizes & models: Sea Chasers, talents and goals! Leave “boring” behind and discover three years supervisory THE MOORINGS and KITCHEN HELP. Apply at the Bennington pontoons & Hydra. experience. Full-time. MORADA BAY / PIERRE’S Stuffed Pig, Marathon. sports. Call Ft. Myers for West the friendly, enthusiastic atmosphere of Bealls Outlet! are seeking self motivated, Coast pricing! 800-955-7543 Substance Abuse WORK ON THE OCEAN detail oriented and hard Cabana Breezes now hiring FOR SALE OR TRADE STORE MANAGER Counselor - Key West working individuals to fill * Line Cooks * Prep Person 23’ Suncoast with trailer. positions in Housekeeping. For incarcerated inmates in * P/T Hostess * Servers 200 HP Suzuki. Needs TLC. Please submit an application -Marathon- the jail in-house program. Apply 401 E. Ocean Dr., KCB. $3000 obo. 305-664-1286 /resume @ 123 Beach Rd., Bachelor’s degree required; Islamorada. MM 81.5 ocean Retail Management experience in Softlines required. CAP and bilingual preferred. side or email: Full-time. [email protected] Electricians Powercom, LLC We offer an excellent benefits package including Psych Support is looking for an Electrician Specialists FT with a minimum of 5 years medical insurance, 401K, paid vacation and holidays experience.Someone Key West energetic to work on a and employee discounts as well as advancement HS Diploma or GED commercial job in Marathon. opportunities! Please forward your resume to Veterans/Veteran Family Inventory Taker Wanted Please email Resume or [email protected] EOE members preferred Looking for an inventory contact Larry Stamper at 954- counter with a minimum of 5 978-7070. Behavioral Health years experience in counting [email protected] convenience stores, grocery Technician - Marathon EXPERIENCED & RELIABLE, Pontoon - Crest Family Fish stores, etc. AAA AUTO μ ALL YEARS! appliance repair technician. LIVE ABOARD DEEP WATER Crisis Stabilization Unit 2001 Tri-toon 140hp Johnson Junk-Used. Cars-Vans-Trucks Must have valid drivers DOCKAGE. A great place to Part-Time We specialize in gas station/c- (2006) Double bimini; trolling Running or not. Cash. license and tools! motor; no trailer. Used for call home. MM 92.5 O/S store financial audits. Must be 305-332-0483 Behavioral Health Call (305) 664-3662. offshore & back country For more information call a good communicator, (305) 853-5604 Therapists professional, honest, accurate F/T SERVICE TECH fishing, water-skiing and PARADISE TOWING Min. 5 diving. Roomy and stable. Liveaboard slip for rent $600 providing services to & proficient with 10-key. You yrs. exp. Competitive wages & is buying junked cars. must have your own reliable $8,500 305-849-4740 25 x 80’, 8’ deep, deck, tiki, Call (305) 731-6540 children and families at great benefits. DFWP. Apply [email protected] transportation. Looking to hire Windswept A/C & Appliances fan, curtains, parking, bath schools, client homes to cover the Keys & house, laundry. Marathon. 2735 O/S Hwy, Marathon. and in the Middle Keys Homestead. Coco Plum Beach Yacht Club. 607-434-8571; 305-481-7187 community. Master’s Contact Don @ 772-473-1701 required; Licensed 772-473-1701 preferred. Full-Time. advancedinventorysystems@ yahoo.com 1 Dave buys permits Behavioral Health So Atlantic Snapper, Grouper, Charter Pest Control Therapist Gulf Reef, K/Mack, Shark, Your Local Company. All types of pest control. providing services to 17’ 2006 SCOUT COSTA 170 Sword, Tuna. $$$ in 48 hours! LOCAL LAW FIRM SEEKING TOURNAMENT EDITION BAY 904-262-2869, 904-708-0893 Ocean Reef to Key West. children at Marathon Contact us at 305-451-3389. Real Estase Processor and/or boat. 90 hp 4 stroke Yamaha. 1 S. Atlantic Snapper, High School. Master's Closer. Experience preferred. Low hours. Minnkota trolling Grouper permit for lease. required; Licensed preferred. Fax Resume to (305)852-8848 motor, trim tabs, hydraulic jack Corp. Atlantic Snapper Full-Time. plate, Raymarine GPS, Sony /Grouper permit for sale stereo, alum. trailer. $19,500. 904-262-2869; 904-708-0893 All applicants must submit: Call (305) 433-1182 Hobie Getaway 2011 wings, 29’ COMMERCIAL Y & G 1) Resume; 2) three references; 17’ Boston Whaler Montauk trap wires, harness, 2hp FISHING GUIDE 300 HP John Deere, low hrs. FREE SCRAP PICK UP 3) undergo background, finger- 1988 Fresh water only, 90HP Honda , motor bracket. No Fishing & trap pulling. Keys S.E. Alaska fishing lodge. Recycling of Marathon is ready Yamaha, just rebuilt. Good trailer. Summerland Key. Like Full electronics. $20,000 obo print, and drug screening prior USCG Capt lic./6 pack New Paid $8,500 - Asking to help clean up the KEYS, required. Salary, gratuities, condition! Asking $6200. 305-522-2702, Islamorada to any offer of employment. Call 307-370-0201, Little Torch $6,000 305-849-4740 let’s recycle your scrap. Send resume to room & board. June - Sept. [email protected] All types of permits for sale! [email protected] or via Call 1-800-999-0784; Rock Shrimp, King Fish, S -Automobiles 907-225-7906 or fax Atlantic Snapper, Grouper, -Aluminum facsimile to (305) 571-9324. 907-225-3816. Gulf 6 Pack reef & pelagic, -Copper -Steel/Cast Iron EEOC/DFWP [email protected] 30’ CHRIS CRAFT Cabin Commercial Gulf Reef Fish, Gulf Snapper IFQ’s, Long Line -Stainless Steel Former applicants need not apply Cruiser. Handyman’s Special -High-Temp Alloys Great Liveaboard! $3500. Pkg. Many other permits avail. We buy, sell & broker all types -Appliances See at 2525 Overseas Hwy, -Sheet Iron Monroe County BOCC, of permits. Call before you buy CNA/HHA/HOMEMAKER & Marathon. - Nonferrous Metals Coordinator Electronics , or sell! Please call for prices. COMPANION Visting Nurse Corrections Facilities, Association & Hospice of the Licensed & Bonded. All per- We are a plumber’s & Marina’s Key West (PWFC006) mits guaranteed valid for trans- Florida Keys is looking for part- $37,988.28 - $53,183.59 / 40 best friend when it comes to time and full-time CNA’s, 55’ BOAT SLIP FOR SALE fer, many ref’s avail. John receiving CASH for their hpw., Bachelors Deg. Or OR LEASE in Islamorada. Potts Jr.321-784-5982, 321- SCRAP METAL that’s just lying HHA’s and Homemaker/ Equivalent. 3-5 yrs exp. Fl. Companions throughout the Yacht Club membership 302-3630. www.shipsusa.com around. DL, Vet Pref Avail.; E.O.E. 1996 Mariah Shabah 20 ft Keys! Excellent condition. Runs incl. $500 / month. Great We offer competitive wages. Deadline -open until filled; 292- location! Call 305-393-7494. Contact Today! 4557;[email protected] great. 5.7 L Mercruiser. Rebuilt Keys Recycling Please click or visit to apply: Lobster Certs B 549 B lobster carb. Recently detailed. NADA Boat slip for rent $200/mo. 1280 107th Street Gulf [email protected] certs. $80/each. 500 traps. 24’ $6900. IT HAS NEVER BEEN MM 99 oceanside. Up to 40 ft. Marathon, FL 33050 1319 William Street, Key West T-craft 2010 250 4stroke IN SALT WATER, EVER. No catamarans, etc. No YVETTE VARGAS 92001 Overseas Highway, rust or corrosion on boat or Yamaha. 305-731-7910 Tavernier DEPENDABLE, HONEST & liveaboards. Water & electric ENGLISH 305-896-0731 RELIABLE COUNTER/COOK engine. With cover, bimini, included. (305)942-3055 PERSON to work P/T, for trailer. Price negotiable. MTHN-Mari ne Storage: boats, Cudjoe Key. $6,900 281-216- tourist attraction in Grassy Boat slip in Burdine’s Cove, trailers, campers, any clean 9968 [email protected] Key. 305-743-0674, leave msg Marathon. $550/mo., utilities storage OK on wheels. Best CHIEF ENGINEER included. Private bath, private rates in town. Check with us /PROPERTY MANAGER EXPERIENCED HELP ONLY 20’ PRO-LINE 2004 Walk storage. first! Call Emil, 731-3386 Upper Keys resort seeks Chief μ Breakfast Cook around. Merc 150 XL O/B. 305-304-5992 Engineer/Property Manager μ Prep Cook, Line Cook Low hr. GPS w/sounder, FF, Boat Storage In Marathon with 3-5 years experience, μ Host/Hostess mini-map, VHF, bimini, porta HVAC and pool certification. μ pottie. $12,900. 305-735-4730 MM54 & Vaca Cut . Wet Waitstaff slips/dry racks avail immed. Respond to: μ Bartender 22’ console [email protected]. μ 115hp Yamaha, 4 No liveaboards please. Bus Person stroke. $4900. Call for details. 305-289-0064 Customer Service Clerk F/T μ Front of House Managers WOW at Bahia Honda Park MM 37. Apply in person: 19’ Wellcraft console $ 3200. DEEP WATER DOCKAGE 1989 CADILLAC ALLANTE Must be a team player, have Sunset Grille & Raw Bar, 7 Call 309-678-7744, Marathon Convertible. Red with black retail food svc & water sports Knights Key Blvd, Marathon. Prime Key Largo location. interior. Excellent cond. $8000. 25’ Mako ’99 CC, T-150 Boats up to 50’. exp. Call Na ncy 305-872-3954 HELP WANTED . Short order Will trade for boat, etc. Mercs. Very clean, one owner, Reasonable. 305-522-1905 MM 99. Call 305-942-3055. FRONT DESK CLERK cook / deli person. Exp. only. lift kept, T-Top, electronics, for very busy hotel office. $12 per hour. Must have own head, canvas, windlass, must DOCKAGE AVAILABLE 1995 FORD TAURUS Computer skills required. Must car. Apply in person at Crazy see! $29,995. 732-887-4816 MM 103 Oceanside 1 Owner, only 74,500 miles. be dependable and have own Billy’s Country Store. MM 74.5 $10 a foot, Live Aboard’s okay Good tires, great gas mileage. transportation. 305-664-4740 (305) 664-1071 33’ FORTIER 1988 Twin Utilities Available $2300. GET RESULTS Perkins, flybridge, sport (305) 905-6867 305-289-1765, Marathon HOUSEKEEPER F/T or P/T IMMEDIATE HIRING fisherman. Appr at $135K, ask with the Keynoter’s Also FRONT DESK CLERK Breakfas t Servers & Cooks, DOCK WITH LIFT 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix GT2 LOOK !!! $45K or trade for RE or auto P/T, possibly leading to F/T. Dinner Line Cooks & Bus Free dockage. 305-942-3055 Up to 35’ boat. Water & electric Metalic gray. 4 door. classified section. Please apply in person, Person, at Hideaway Cafe. included. Long Key area. 116,000 miles. Very clean. abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVYXYZ<>1234567890,./-=_+:”Key Colony Beach Motel, Call Robert at 289-1554 No liveaboards. $300/mo. Great condition. $6,533 OBO. 743-5551 441 E. Ocean Dr. 289-0411 10am-12pm for appointment. 305-393-2238 305-394-9892