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VOL. 34, NO. 30 TUESDAY, JULY 25, 1995 2 SECTIONS, 32 PAGES 50 CENTS
FROM THE TOP
By Chris Strine
Watching our ^f-^r 'forest' disappear It's painful watching Sanibel's "forest" disap- pear. It was truly enjoyable driving under that canopy and through the woods on my way to work the past six years, and the countless other times I've driven that stretch of road since I became a Floridian some 14 years ago. The "forest" I'm referring to is that wooded/wild area along both sides of Periwinkle Way which begins, heading west, at the Reel Eel and Sanibel Community Church and ends in the ;: ^^Vvf^Wfs^M^/'^B^T^ vicinity of the Old Schoolhouse Theater/Sanibel Landscape Company and Shell Island Realty, depending on what side of the street you are on. It's not a long stretch of roadway and technically the wild area is probably more a woods than a •i forest, but it will always be a forest to me Weir helps drain water from islands * because that's what my young daughter has always called it. I've written about my daughter, Kacie, several following recent rash of thunderstorms times - her perception of the world around us is By Anne Bel lew and the temoval of a berm in Gulf Pines that iso- much, much different than mine and the things Islander staff writer lated the area from the Sanibel River. she says and does are special, to me anyway. She Big smiles accompanied the above exclamation Prior to the improvements, water was retained was born and thus far has been raised right here as city officials and local environmental bigwigs at much higher levels than it will be now in areas in Southwest Florida and she hasn't had the watched the water running over the new Tarpon west of Rabbit Road. These areas will now drain opportunity yet to travel and see and explore the Bay Weir Thursday, July 20. much more rapidly during "monsoon" episodes nation's real forests - those huge areas covered The seemingly endless rain (28.5 inches over such as the island has experienced over the past by trees and typical undergrowth. I believe that the last month and a half) "would have water lev- few weeks. every state has forests, even Florida, but here in els considerably higher on Sanibel, particularly at Mills continued, "The system seems to be work- the west end of the island, were it not for the sig- Southwest Florida they're few and a bit differ- ing even better than we expected. Because of the t nificant improvements made in our surface water -A) ent. I think the forests that are registered in other improvements to the system in the area east iX management system over the past year," said Bill Kacie's mind are the ones she's seen in books or of Tarpon Bay Road (culverts on Donax and Elinor Mills, Sanibel's assistant city manager. on television or in movies - towering trees thick- "Way and a replacement weir on Beach Road), Improvements west of Tarpon Bay Road include, we're not only able to control the water level in the. ly covering a large, dark, damp, spooky area, in addition to the new weir, new culverts under Please see FOREST, page 3 Rabbit Road and in the Gulf Pines sub-division Please see WEIR, page 5
••-• -*•;•- City of Sanibel agrees to consider Arts & Leisure 16 At Large 18 $1 million loan for CEPD project Calendar 14 By Steve Ruediger The already approved appropriations from Lee County plus Classifieds 21 Islander staff writer other funds for that segment still leaves it short $1 million. Commentary 8 If the Captiva Erosion Prevention District can and will CEPD Chairman Stephen Cutler asked Sanibel to loan the Environment 10 guarantee repayment of the loan, the City of Sanibel might $1 million to the project, stating that the first $1 million to agree to lend the CEPD $1 million for the sand nourishment come in from the State of Florida or from the U.S. Army Police Beat 2 project for northern Sanibel, Corps of Engineers will go to Sanibel to repay that loan. Weather 4 The City Council discussed the possibility of the loan at its What's Playing 13 meeting Tuesday, July 18. The Sanibel City Council seemed less optimistic Tuesday What's Cooking? 17 The proposed $10.4 million CEPD sand nourishment pro- than Cutler about the probability of getting the state and fed- ject for Captiva includes a $2.1 northern Sanibel segment. Please see LOAN, page 5 2 THE ISLANDER Tuesday. July 25.1995 Tuesday. July 25. 1995 THE ISLANDER 3
All of the following information came directly John Kenneth Marletter of Bonita Springs was SPD officer involved in collision ordered to retake driving course from Sanibel Police Department reports. charged July 18 with going 56 mph on the Sanibel POLICE Causeway and with having an expired tag. There was a loud party Friday, July 21, on Wild Teen injured in traffic accident improving Lime Drive. The police arrived at it at 3:11 a.m. and BEAT Wayne C. Acker of Jupiter was charged July 18 the lady of the house agreed to hold down the noise. with going 59 mph on the Sanibel Causeway. By Steve Ruediger cle. Stewart was ejected from the cycle and landed Highway Patrol, which investigated the accident, Islander staff writer beside the road. whether Worth would be charged and what he Mark J. McManus of Hollywood, Fla., was placed in the Federal Express box at Bailey's July 19. Teri Lynn Howard of Fort Myers was charged July A teenager injured last Tuesday, July 18, in an Although other newspapers have said the acci- would be charged with. charged Thursday, July 20, with going 66 mph on the 18 with going 56 mph on the Sanibel Causeway. accident caused when a Sanibel policeman lost con- dent report indicated Worth was going in excess of Earlier, a Florida Highway Patrol lieutenant had Sanibel Causeway. Ronda Rani Pilz of Fort Myers was charged July trol of his patrol car had improved by Friday, July 45 mph, the actual accident report only includes the been quoted by another newspaper as saying any 19 with going 65 mph on the Sanibel Causeway and Barron Garry Thompson of Lehigh Acres was 21, to good condition at Lee Memorial Hospital. citing of two contributing causes; "exceeded safe charges against Worth would be left up to the SPD. Edward C. Buck of Fort Myers was charged July with failure to yield to an emergency vehicle. charged Monday, July 17, with going 54 mph on Jeremy Charles Stewart, 18, of Fort Myers had been speed limit" and "drove left of center." That lieutenant could not be reached Friday after- 20 with going 49 rnph on Sanibel-Captiva Road. Sanibel-Captiva Road and with driving on a suspend- listed in critical condition immediately after the Worth was responding to a back-up call that was noon in regard to Plager having said charges would be left up to the Highway Patrol. Nuisance phone calls, apparently from a fax ed license. The license was suspended for failure to accident. a Code 1 call. His flashing lights and siren were not Adilson R. Pereira of Fort Myers was charged July machine, were reported July 19 by a Sanibel woman. appear. Thompson was jailed on the suspended on. Sanibel Police Department rules require obeying The roadway where the accident occurred was 20 with driving on a suspended license and with The 1:41 a.m. accident July 18 happened on a all traffic laws when responding to a Code 1 call. wet at the time of the accident. license charge. curve of Sanibel-Captiva Road near Jamaica Drive. going 51 mph on Sanibel-Captiva Road. There was an argument July 19 over the spraying Police Chief Richard Plager said Friday that Although various media have emphasized that of plants on islands within Sanibel Bayous. A man Officer Dustin Worth reportedly lost control of his Worth would be given a written reprimand for vio- the speed limit on Sanibel-Captiva Road is 35 mph Janet Stephens of Cape Coral was stopped on patrol car, which began to slide on the curve and A report of people stuck in an elevator at Surfside hired to spray weeds sprayed plants a woman had Sanibel-Captiva Road July 17 and cited with having lating the Code 1 requirements and he would be and Worth was speeding at 45 mph, none have rotated clockwise, according to the Florida Highway was turned over to the Sanibel Fire Department July been taking care of for 11 years. unsafe equipment (no headlights at 8:48 p.m.) and an required to retake classes at the Southwest Florida pointed out that virtually everyone on Sanibel- Patrol report. 20. expired tag. Criminal Justice Academy involving the operation Captiva Road goes in excess of 45 mph and traffic Jose Eugene Blanco of Miami was charged July 19 Worth's car went into the oncoming lane of traf- of a police vehicle. tickets are seldom issued to anyone going less than 50 mph. An alligator was reported July 20 at Donax Street with going 54 mph on Sanibel-Captiva Road. Denise S. Rondeau of Cape Coral was charged fic where it was hit by Stewart's Kawasaki motorcy- Plager added that it would be up to the Florida and Middle Gulf Drive. When a policeman arrived, July 17 with going 56 mph on the Sanibel Causeway. the alligator was in a rain-filled ditch. The policeman Michelle L. England of Lehigh Acres was charged reported he was "unable to make contact with the alli- July 19 with going 56 mph on the Sanibel Causeway Linda Sibley Gelpi of Sanibel was charged July 17 gator" because it moved away when he approached. and with operating a motor vehicle without a license. with going 60 mph on the Sanibel Causeway. 7-Eleven clerk arrested for stealing lottery tickets By Steve Ruediger were accounted for on Sunday, July 16. tickets. Charles F. Hamerin of Carmel, In., was charged Benes Abraham of Captiva was charged July 19 A man left his wallet on a table in his room at a Islander staff writer The next day, 348 tickets were found to be miss- Police said Mavis had 22 winning tickets on him July 20 with going 58 mph on the Sanibel Causeway. with going 52 mph on Sanibel-Captiva Road. Sanibel resort July 17 after checking with the desk to Donald John Mavis of Captiva is no longer a clerk ing. and 31 winning tickets in his car. Fifty two of the 53 make sure his room was not scheduled to be cleaned. at the 7-Eleven east on Periwinkle Way on Sanibel. The manager and assistant manager carefully tickets turned out to have been stolen. Police could James Michael Black of Fort Myers was charged He was fired Monday, July 17, at about the same time reviewed the over-night security video tape and found Karl Avignon of Cape Coral was charged with When he returned, the room had been cleaned and his not determine the origin of one winning ticket. Wednesday, July 19, with going 56 mph on Sanibel- going 55 mph on the Sanibel Causeway July 19 and wallet was missing. It later was found near an eleva- he was being arrested for stealing Florida Lottery that Mavis had bent over the location of the tickets Captiva Road. Police also found $115 in Mavis' car. The clerk with having no proof of insurance. tor with $155 missing from it. tickets. for four minutes. Lottery tickets had been missing from the store in When he arrived for work, Mavis was fired and admitted to police that that money came from cashing Mark K, Brizendine of Lagrange, Ky., was charged the past so management was careful to make sure all in stolen tickets that had turned out to be winners. Douglas J, Brown of Cape Coral was charged July A man reported July 17 that his sunglasses were was confronted by police. He admitted stealing the on July 19 with,,g.Qi-ng-57~--mph-"OTi"tirB~S'annibel 19 with going 55 mph on the Sanibel Causeway. missing after he left them on a shrimp boat. Causeway. Forest continued from page 1 Benjamin Mark Bloomston of Fort Myers was Bicycle rider Danilo Palma was taken to Lee Jackie M. Palumbo of Holbrook, N.Y., was completely covered the roadway. It was like driving and feel. That and seeing the topiary car at Tracy's charged Tuesday, July 18, with going 53 mph on the Memorial Hospital with injuries July 17 after his like where Bambi lives. I hope she gets the chance to charged July 19 with going 50 mph on Periwinkle bicycle and a car collided at Sanibel-Captiva Road see a few of our nation's great forests, but until she down a tree-lined drive, except you descended deep Car Wash, but that's a another story. ("Why aren't Way. Sanibel Causeway. and Bowman's Beach Road. No charges were filed in does, that little stretch along Periwinkle is what she into the grove before "escaping" on the other side. that tree car's headlights on? It's not dark enough yet, will think of as a forest. A German couple staying at a Sanibel resort the accident. Although 250 is a well-travelled trucker's route right?") Mark Andrew Barriball of Fort Myers was charged Unfortunately, her thoughts may soon be changing July 19 with going 57 mph on the Sanibel Causeway. reported several items of clothing missing from their today, I'm sure at one time it was a parker's paradise Now, as I've said, that bit of Periwinkle forest, or Kimberly F. Williams of Columbia, 111., was ... especially after her next trip to the islands. I know room July 18. The clothing articles consisted of and a spot of great fun for the country kids who had at least half of it, is gone. Soon that whole area will charged July 17 with going 58 mph on the Sanibel she won't like what she sees. A plastic bag containing the head of a fish was underwear and bathing suits. to walk or ride that way on a regular basis. And, I'm be filled with houses, streets, families, cars and much Causeway. Today, as many of you already know, that special sure it was a great place to frighten your girlfriend more. I'm sure each and every person eventually liv- forest is disappearing.-. at least on the northern side of On Sunday, July 16, police helped a Sanibel resi- when you were out joy riding at night - even if you'd ing there will enjoy that spot, but they won't enjoy it the street. A new development is being built and dent get his car out of a drainage ditch he had backed been there numerous times before. as I have, and as Kacie has, and, I'm positive, as Visitor charged with filing false report nearly all of the trees have been cut down, moved, into. Anyway, as I'd head to the office with Kacie along many islanders and visitors have over the years. eliminated, making room for the houses to be con- for the ride, she would jabber about and ask constant- Farewell Sanibel "forest." You will be missed - structed. I'm not faulting the developer or the land following lighthouse parking lot 'accident' Lee Ann Sanders of Fort Myers was charged July ly about how soon we would get to the "forest." She and fondly remembered. owners ... that stretch of property is on Sanibel after By Steve Ruediger the back of the van. 16 with careless driving after her car ran into the back couldn't wait to see it - of a Sanibel police car on Periwinkle Way. Officer Al all and we all know that Sanibel is prime real estate Islander staff writer Thompson told Thomas that falsely reporting an experience it. I think it Juan Thomas of Edison, N.J., was charged Dobbs reported a pain in his shoulder where the seat country. Property owners have their rights and devel- accident was a crime, read him his rights and again was just dark enough and Tuesday, July 18, with filing a false accident report belt cuts across. opment is a fact of island life, but... asked what had happen. Thomas repeated the same dense enough to give her a after a Sanibel policeman became suspicious We should all be thankful for the J.N. "Ding" regarding what he was being told. story. bit of a chill. Even when Thompson then asked Thomas what he had run Darling National Wildlife Refuge and the Sanibel- Thomas had reported that while he was fishing she was younger and still VERTICALS & W4 BUNDS A WUPEWES A YWU.PAPER A FURHTFUFE Captiva Conservation Foundation, which have pre- CARPET A VtNYL A CERAMIC Ji WOOO 463-2000 at the Sanibel Fishing Pier somebody had run into into. riding in a car seat, she served and are maintaining acres of land on Sanibel 'We Create Beautiful Lifestyles"19110SanCarlos Blvd. the back of his rented 1995 Ford van and left with- After a pause, Thomas said, "You're good, was anxious about reach- Fort Myers Beach THE ISLANDER in their natural state. 33931 out being seen. aren't you?" and admitted he had hit a tree at the ing that spot. The rear window was broken and the rear hatch fishing pier parking lot. Kacie's thoughts and expressions about her The islands' best newspaper. That part of the trip BLINDS • WOOD • MINI • VERTICAL was dented. 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The third table showed the figures for the actual salaries in all the other commu- Every 'vehicle' driver and/or rider must obey all the traffic laws A somewhat confusing discussion was held at 75th quartile levels ("fourth quartile" or 125 percent nities. Tuesday's, July 18, Sanibel City Council meeting in of current salary ranges.) The consultants and others made the point several By Anne Bel lew • On hills and when approaching blind corners. bicycle has returned to share the road and that pioneer regard to the David M. Griffith & Associates Ltd. Both the council members and some people in the times that actual salaries would not be relevant islander staff writer cyclists made it all possible. Slow down - there could be cyclists just outside your As most people know, the bicycle played an indis- ongoing study of Sanibel city employee salaries. audience seemed to have a great deal of difficulty because you could be comparing a person with 15 In Florida the bicycle is legally defined as a vehi- view. Donald Long and Katherine Miller of DMG understanding the quartiles, ranges and other figures years experience to a person just starting. Therefore, pensible role in not only the development of Orville cle. Bicyclists have the same rights to the roadways On Sanibel, what appears in some places to some attended the meeting at Sanibel City Hall to present on the charts. only salary ranges for positions are used in studies and Wilbur Wright's flying machine but also in theand must obey the same traffic laws as the operators people to be a right turn lane is actually bike path. the council with a preliminary draft report on the The DMG representatives seemed inclined toward such as those done by DMG. development of the automobile. of other vehicles. Good cyclists know that, act That means it is for non-motorized vehicles only. It is In the mid and early 1800s, the government was study. recommending that Sanibel employees be paid at the Kain continued to insist on actual salary figures accordingly and expect to fully integrate with traffic. not for right turns, stopping to check a map or angling busy spending money on railroads. Roads were in They departed the session with a variety of instruc- 65th quartile level, which would mean the high and being used for the final report. And they may not be as slow as you think! Many through in one's approach to a driveway. And it may tions on how to proceed. low salary ranges on Sanibel would be 15 percent poor condition despite complaints from those living move along at 18-20 mph or more and motorists need Kain also disagreed on the use of the term "75th well have an approaching cyclist on it on the "other" Previously, the City Council had asked for the city above the average ranges of nearby communities. in rural areas. The bicycle arrived in the late 1800s. to keep this in mind when turning in front of a cyclist. quartile." He said he meant by that term that the top side from the one you are checking prior to pulling to be compared to comparable cities such as Palm Miller explained after the hearing that this would Early cyclists came from the upper classes and were The fact that bikers on Sanibel use the bike paths salary on Sanibel should be 75 percent of the top Beach and Bal Harbour. They were used as reference not mean a 15 percent raise in the immediate future able to influence governments to improve the roads. does not eliminate the need for caution when prepar- out into traffic. salary in comparable cities. points, according to Miller. The actual tables in the because raising the top of the pay range by 15 percent Bicycle associations sprang up everywhere and, as a ing for a turn. In Florida cyclists are on the road every day of Asked by the consultants what the bottom salary report, however, used local government employers: would not affect any employees until they reached result of their efforts, roads became better graded and, Pay particular attention ... every month of the year. We all know that cycling is should be, Kain said, "What you could reasonably Lee County, Fort Myers, etc. the top of the pay range. The only employees who later, better surfaced. Thus, the bicycle "paved" the • When making a left turn. You've trained yourself an enjoyable and healthful activity. Please note that hire them for." The tables reproduced the average high and low would be given an immediate raise by a 15 percent way for cars. for years to watch for oncoming motorists. Be sure legally the risk factor for both cyclists and motorist is Asked if by 75 percent of top pay of comparable salary ranges of nearby communities compared to the increase would be employees at the bottom of the pay The production of bicycles resulted in the first sig- you also check for cyclists, and be particularly alert equivalent. Therefore, be aware: cyclists will be look- cities he meant that a Sanibel employee should have high and low salary ranges at the City of Sanibel for range. nificant use of standardized interchangeable parts. for riders who are momentarily concealed by other ing for you. Remember to look for them. Share the top pay of $15,000 if the average top pay in other each grade. Three tables were produced. One showed There was no discussion before the council of the New mass production techniques developed as a traffic. road! communities is $20,000, Kain said that is not what he actual figures. One showed the results if Sanibel effect of any of this on city budgets. result. Spoked wheels, ball bearings, drive chains, dif- • When passing a biker. The cyclist needs a certain meant. employees were paid at the 65th quartile (also known Mayor Wally Kain objected throughout the hearing ferentials, lights, etc., first developed for bicycles and amount of lateral space to control the bicycle and This information is from a brochure created by He then said that if Sanibel employees are paid at tricycles are among those parts which later found avoid road hazards. Give him/her sufficient room AAA South and the Tampa Bay Freewheelers Inc. The the 75th percentile level in a range of actual salaries their place in the automobile. As a result of the earlier when you pass, and make sure you are well ahead brochure was based on a similar publication devel- Loan continued from page 1 gotten from elsewhere, then Sanibel employees nascence of bicycles, the mass production of cars was before you pull back in. oped by the Canadian Cycling Association. would be better off because they would be paid at the made possible and ownership affordable. eral appropriations. Council members demanded a sense, a solution might be found. He offered to be 75 percent level while the average employee in After years of declining use, we are now experi- guarantee that if the appropriations did not come one of the two people. neighboring communities was paid at the 50 percent encing a fantastic upswing in numbers of cyclists. through, the taxpayers of Captiva would pay the Sanibel also approved on Tuesday getting a $2 level. Today, nearly one out of every two Floridians owns a money back to Sanibel. million line of credit from a local bank. The number Another part of the DMG study involved dis- bicycle. In fact, there are more adult bicycle riders Cutler said that would be no problem because the was raised from $1 million to provide a source of the cussing with each employee that employee's actual than there are child bicycle riders. This the first time CEPD has the power to tax the people of Captiva. $1 million that may be lent to the CEPD. duties and adjusting the grade rankings of positions that has happened since the turn of the century. The Sanibel officials indicated they will also want Councilman Bob Davison opposed both the possi- accordingly. next time you drive by a cyclist., rememberjthatjthe interest on the money loaned. ble agreement with the CEPD and the increase in the Ken Pfalzer, a city planner, was the only city What the council approved Tuesday is the authori- line of credit. employee to testify. He objected to the wholesale ty for city staff to negotiate a proposal which would Davison said Sanibel taxpayers had specifically in degradation of grades within the Sanibel Planning be brought to the Aug. 15 council meeting for consid- the past rejected the city getting involved in beach Department. WEATHER eration. nourishment. He said it looked to him like the city He said that in the entire Planning Department the Sanibel City Attorney Bob Pritt said he was not was being drawn into involvement. WATCH sure the CEPD would have the legal authority to tax position of planning director was the only one that Davison pointed out Gov. Lawton Chiles had had not been downgraded in the DMG proposal. Captiva residents to repay a loan from Sanibel that vetoed this year's appropriation for the CEPD project The position of planner was reduced from grade 13 had been used to put sand on Sanibel beaches. and he might do that again. He added he did not Last week's temperatures in paradise were to grade 9. Pfalzer said the planners sometimes dis- .^e !/M Pritt also expressed doubts about Sanibel's authori- know of any terrible thing that would happen if recorded at the Sanibel-Captiva Chamber of cuss "whether planning is an art or a science. David ty to lend the funds. "We're not a bank," he said. Sanibel did not get the sand. Commerce as follows: As part of the deal, Cutler offered to go into a Griffin thinks its a trade." HIGH LOW RAIN The CEPD had asked the Florida Legislature for a room and negotiate with a representative of Sanibel $3.1 million appropriation for the renourishment pro- Pfalzer said the consultants included the change in Sunday, July 16 94 73 0.9 over the issue of the alleged responsibility of the ject and had gotten $1 million from the legislature. the Planning Department positions in the study with- Monday, July 17 80 70 0.2 Blind Pass groin for the erosion on Sanibel. That allotment was then vetoed by the governor. out calling anybody in that department to discuss Cutler said the large number of people involved in Tuesday, July 18 81 78 3.3 However, the CEPD has been given assurances of what they were doing. previous discussions seemed to result in posturing by Wednesday, July 19 82 76 3.5 success next year when it reapplies. Those assurances Miller responded that he was discussing an anom- Thursday, July 20 84 74 1.0 both sides and no progress. He theorized if just two aly which resulted from Sanibel putting a higher people sat down alone in a room and used common have come from several state senators. Friday, July 21 90 74 0.3 The target date for the federal appropriation is value on planning than other communities put on it. Saturday, July 22 90 73 0.0 October 1996. There was nothing in the draft report given to the Photo by Anne Belt-w Weir continued from page 1 Cutler told the Sanibel City Council that the entire press and audience members indicating which city The lot being cleared at Churchwood Estates on Periwinkle Way. project cannot be done this year without the $1 mil- positions had been raised or lowered in grade. Florida LOTTO river from one end of the island to the other, but lion loan from Sanibel. The Captiva portion is tied to Undoubtedly the information was in the much thicker we're helping the environment by retaining a more study given to council members. Numbers from July 22, 1995 the Sanibel portion in the permits so if one is not Removal of exotics required water where it's needed without adversely impacting done, neither can be done. It was not very clear at the end of the discussion any of the developed areas." The project is scheduled to go to bid in August when the consultants would return with a final pro- 8-10-16-18-28-48 Two major projects are left: replacement of the with actual start-up in November. posal. culverts on Casa Ybel and removal of the overgrowth at Churchwood development of Brazilian pepper along the banks of the river. They By Anne Bellew required vegetation buffer as soon as we get the rest will come later this year. Islander staff writer of the stumps out," he added. On Friday morning, July 21, the Beach Road weir What appears to be devastation along the north Compton said he certainly hopes that will be soon, was opened for about two hours to reduce the flood- HOME ing along and near Periwinkle Way. side of Periwinkle Way across from the Oldbut right now the property is already so close to being Schoolhouse Theatre is, in fact, a exotics removal a wetlands that some of his equipment is stuck in the "In other words, should we be hit with any addi- HURRICANE PROTECTION PROFESSIOHALS project being implemented as a requirement for tional significant rainfall, we can now to maintain EDITOR: Christopher Strine back and an alligator has taken up residence in one of SPECIALISTS The Most Trusted Name ArouMTheHousef ADVERTISING MGR: Jack Messersmith issuance of the development permit for Churchwood water levels at the acceptable point at which they the "ponds" in the front. HEIP PROTECT YOU* HOME £ FAMILY WM SEARS REPORTERS: Steve Ruedigsr, Frank Wagner, Anne Bellew Estates. stand today," he concluded. 1 PHOTOGRAPHERS: Kathleen Blase and Saul Taffet When interviewed, Compton had just been teeter- HURRICANE SEASON IS HERE. ME MOST mism NAME AROUHS THE HOUSE CONTRIBUTORS: Capt. Mike Fuery, Bobbie Sharp, Bob "Before getting the permits," said Willie Compton, ing around on one foot trying to retrieve his shoe Maurer and Art Stevens owner-agent for the property and a vegetation con- ARE YOU PROTECTED? AD SALES: Tracey Markwalter, Sue Bryant from the mud. CLASSIFIEDS/SUBSCRIPTIONS: Barbara Casali tractor as well, "South Florida Water Management LOCATION: MAILING ADDRESS: District required us to remove every single one of the isiantSarCenter P.O. Box 56 2407 Periwinkle Way Sanibel. FL 33957 many Australian pines and seemingly endless truck- Police seek information Sanibel 472-5185 FAX 472-S302 loads of Brazilian pepper from the entire site. The SUBSCRIPTION RATES front part of the property, which will be a wetlands Men's and Women's Apparel & Accessories Unique Children's Apparel i Interior Decoration Creations | $22.00 $28.00 $28.00 $42.00 on fish house fires Mon.-Sat.10-6 > Sun Closed SZ5.75 Newspaper S1S.4Z Newspaper 1/vajsl Subscription Annual Subscription area as mitigation for the development permit for the S!-25S*!esTiu St.SSSatoTM USA foreign Bailey's Shopping Center -Tarpon Bay & Periwinkle • 395-9500 DADE CTY. Annual Subjection Anmal SubieripMon rest of the site, was absolutely overrun with pepper. CODE APPROVED L» County Floritta The Lee County Sheriff's Department and FEATURING OUALHY PATIO PRODUCTS Postal Information "This looks bad now, but," and Compton pointed other law enforcement agencies are seeking to the many trees still standing, "look at all we've left information on the fish house fires that have Sanibel, FL. 33S57. in place! We really are trying not to destroy native recently, destroyed property in Pine Island NOW ENROLLING Postmaster: Send Address Changes to vegetation; I care about how this is done and about ^ PRESCHOOL - GRADE 12 ~%N Sanibel Captlva Islander Sound. P.O. Box 56 doing a good job. That's why I'm out here every day, Here is a case synopsis from the sheriff's Saniba!, FL 33957 making sure only exotics are taken. In fact, that big Classified advertising deadline is Friday at 3 p.m. department: "Between 6-30-95 and 7-18-95, COLLEGE PREP CURRICULUM • BUS SERVICE Error Responsibility: In the even! of an errcx, we are responsible only for the strangler fig right next to the drive got knocked down lirsl incorrect insertion of an ad it. in our opinion, thare is a toss ol value. We do not three fish houses in and around Pine Island • COMPETITIVE SPORTS • ACCREDITED assume any responsibility (or an eiror beyond the cost of lha ad itself. Ws assume by a failing Australian pine and five of us plus a no financial responsibility for typographical errors in advertisement but will reprint back-hoe spent one whole day setting it back up and Sound were burned down to their pilings. These • LOVELY CAMPUS without charge that part which is incorrect. We ate not responsible for any credit or reimbursement after 30 days Irom publication date. tying it off. wooden fish houses are on the National Registry 8237 Beacon Blvd., S.E. • Ft Myers • 936-3319 TODAY FREE ESTIMATE 1-800-632-6789 Columns- Opinions expressed in columns in The Islander and Lelters to the Sold, furnished and installed By SBM Enterprises Editor are those of the person writing the column or letter and do not necessarily "In addition to what we've saved, I've got 1,500 reflect those ol the newspaper. Please see FIRES, page 13 %% Years of Service to Families in Southwest Florida .' ''-',:.'.':": ' SEARS Authorized Contractor more native plants, shrubs and trees to set out for the •., •.;:/:; r:: .-':' I ••?-:UcehiBe: • jilSGCOSSiaii: •:-"::?:':; '&-}h ~Wf ;•«:• Tuesday, July 25.1995 THE ISLANDER 7 Changes happening at Bowman's Tuesday, City side July 25, 1995 and within city's parks department By Steve Ruediger expanding its parks department by 4 1/2 people to Coincidentally, the Sanibel Fishing Pier was Islander staff writer handle the added work. reopened Friday after work there was completed. A variety of changes are taking place at Bowman's Also approved was a realignment of the parking The Bowman's Beach parking lot work includes Volunteers are key Beach and in the Sanibel Parks and Recreation lots at Bowman's that will increase the number of closing the current back area, which contains many No tax increase Department as a result of the agreement between Lee parking spaces from the current 205 slots to between gopher tortoise burrows, and allowing that area to to SanibePs success. County and Sanibel that the city will take over opera- 240 and 250. return to a natural condition. tion and maintenance of Bowman's Beach, Turner The work on the parking lot began immediately An area adjacent to the current parking area will be The fact that extensive numbers of volunteers Tentative City of Sanibel budget approved Beach and the Sanibel Elementary School Recreation and the Bowman's Beach lot was closed to public use developed for parking. Perhaps the most controversial Complex. are willing to serve this community without By Steve Ruediger That rate is expected to produce $4,406,629 in starting Friday, July 21. The lot will remain closed part of the plan is that the development of that area compensation is a major reason Sanibel is able Islander staff writer ad valorem revenue. The total budget comes to The City Council Tuesday, July 18, approved through Monday, July 31. will involve the removal of 63 Australian pine trees. to accomplish the great number of tasks the city A preliminary Sanibel city budget approved $13,561,309, not including funds related to the However, city Parks Director Dick Noon assured the has done and continues to perform at a relatively Tuesday, July 18, by the Sanibel City Council beach parking meters and funds related to the council that those trees could not be seen from out- inexpensive cost. Since Sanibel's inception, it would result in no tax increase or decrease for the Sanibel Sewer System, which are kept in separate Ordinance passes first reading side the. parking area. has had a long history of strong reliance on vol- average Sanibel property owner. accounts. By Steve Ruediger banned from beaches. The workers to be added are a tradesworker, two unteers to expand the city's efforts. Other sources of funds included in the general A rolled back millage rate of 2.1413 mills was Islander staff writer There would also be a three-day limit on special new service workers, a parks crew leader and the The City Planning Commission, Code budget includes fines and forfeitures, Sanibel set, which compares to last year's rate of 2.1738. An ordinance which would amend Sanibel special events. changing of a part-time concession clerk to full time. Enforcement Board, Police Pension Board The lower millage rate raises the same amount of Causeway revenue, etc. • event laws passed first reading before the City That three-day limit would mean the Sanibel- Noon was asked if the city might not be over-com- (which administers pension of sworn police offi- taxes from the same properties because of the Asked by a council member if there was enough Council Tuesday, July 18. Captiva Lion's Club would have to come before City mitting itself considering that additional police aides cers), Fine Arts Committee, Wildlife Committee, increase in island property values. leeway in the budget for something unexpected, Final approval would come at the Aug. 15 council Council for special permission for its annual and an additional environmental person were also Marine Advisory Committee, Vegetation The first public hearing on the final city budget Finance Director Renee Lynch pointed out it meeting. Christmas tree sale, which lasts several weeks. being added, with all these positions budgeted to be Committee, Historical Committee and its for the 1995-96 fiscal year will be Saturday, Sept. includes a $327,000 contingency fund. The law would allow signs only on the actual day paid from parking meter income. docents who operate the Historical Village, are 9, at 9 a.m. Councilman Bob Davison also pointed out that Mayor Wally Kain objected to commercial sales of the special event. Distinctions between profit and being treated as special events. Noon responded that the income from the current all volunteers. Even the City Council is made up The preliminary figure set Tuesday is used in the Sanibel usually is very conservative on estimating non-profit events would be eliminated. Impact on However, Assistant City Manager Bill Mills point- parking meters had already just about reached of volunteers who receive no salaries. preliminary tax notice sent out by the tax assessor. some receipts. For example, the budget estimates traffic would be considered in granting permits dur- $200,000 for this year and an additional $200,000 in The preliminary figure becomes the maximum receipts of $200,000 from Sanibel Causeway sur- ing the peak season. Tents and stages would be ed out that whether done by commercial or non-profit organizations, most special events involve selling income was expected from putting in the city meters figure. The city is allowed to cut the budget or plus funds, but each year the figure is close to at the Bowman's Beach parking lot and at the parking leave it the same or raise some items and lower $700,000. something. He said 95 percent of the special event permits issued on Sanibel involve selling something. lots on both the Sanibel and Captiva sides of Blind FROM THE DESE others before the budget becomes final at the end of This is the fourth year in a row the Sanibel mill- SCA granted 20 Pass. Sanibel-Captiva Chamber of Commerce Executive OF THE the September hearings. What the city cannot do is age rate has either decreased or been the same as In addition, Noon pointed out, Lee County would Director David Besse pointed out that several special raise the millage rate above the preliminary rate. the previous year. continue to provide funds for the maintenance by CITY MANAGER events at the Sanibel Community Association involve additional special Sanibel at the ball fields and tennis courts at the ele- people coming from off island to sell merchandise in mentary school complex. competition with island businesses. events for 1996 Keith Owens, owner of Stanley and Livingston's We also have the city's Amateur Radio Club By Steve Ruediger and of The Village Shopping Center, said the feeling CREWS SEPTIC SERVICE which is comprised of ham radio operators who radiates from the Sanibel City Council that it does not Islander staff writer 24 fir. Emergency Service will provide long distance communication in the consider businesses on Sanibel a benefit to the com- s The Sanibel Community Association was granted case of a severe storm or other disaster. There is 3 its annual request for 20 additional special events munity. He pointed out the ads of the island business- Septic Tanks • Grease Traps a Damage Assessment Team comprised of con- t permits in addition to the six automatically allowed es support the island newspapers and their donations tractors and other knowledgeable construction- by the Sanibel Land Development Code. The City help support the island community organizations. Lift Station Pumping type people who are ready to move in after a Council approved the events permits at its meeting Mayor Wally Kain responded that the city wants Pine Island Most Homes $85 - $95 storm and provide assessments necessary for Tuesday, July 18. healthy business on Sanibel but is opposed to com- Sanibel Homes $125 insurance and federal aid. Up to 12 of those events could be commercial in mercialization. We have neighborhood captains who assist nature, but the SCA is only planning nine commer- "Public sentiment is for not increasing the degree 731-5868 with storm notification of their neighbors and cial shows for 1996. of commercialization on Sanibel," Kain asserted. up-to-date occupancy observation in their neigh- The vote approving the borhoods. extra permits was unani- The city works closely with Friends In mous even though Mayor Service Here which provides transportation, Wally Kain did question THE ISLANDER ... Serving Sanibel and Captiva for 34 years and counting meals and comfort to our senior citizens and why the SCA should be other physically challenged residents. The Island granted 12 commercial Seniors even have a volunteer board which helps permits when the trend guide the growing organization. has been in the other . We have volunteers who assist with summer direction. Celebrate Our IMew' Maples Locatfon and after school recreation programs at the There were 1 1 com- Take an extra 20% OFF all your flooring purchases with installation* Sanibel Elementary School; volunteers who mercial shows at the excluding sale items assist in relocating nuisance alligators and vol- Invader? Photo by Anne Bellew Community Center on unteers in PAWS who conduct a feral cat collec- Periwinkle Way in 1993, tion, altering and adoption program on the This vine covering the surrounding plants on Periwinkle Way is an air yam - a plant of concern on six in 1994 and three so island. Sanibel. The vine grows quickly and completely takes over an area, choking other plants as it spreads, far in 1995. The city's Below Market Rate Housing pro- islanders have been warned about the threat of the pest plant. Total events reached a PINO TILE gram is conducted by Community Housing & peak in 1992 with 24 at As one of the Largest Importers in South Florida, we don't have to sell seconds to give you LOW Prices. Resources, a not-for-profit volunteer organiza- the Community Center, Pino has much to offer you, the customer. We have easy payment plans and a ONE YEAR GUARANTEE on tion under contract to the city. 12 of which were private materials and labor, not to mention the no extra charge for 16" & 18" tiles. So come on in and check us out! The city has a number of volunteers on county Solid waste agreement receives commercial shows or committees who represent their community and sales. 12" X12" drive into town once a month to carry Sanibel's CABIN CRAFT CARPETS MEXICAN SALTILLO FORTMYERS Also in that year came Genuine Handmade message. The city even has two volunteer citi- conditional approval from council criticism from some Paperback 12000 S. CLEVELAND AVENUE zens who assist the police department with park- island businesses that the STARTING AS LOW AS $Q99 (next to Wendy's) ing enforcement, which is a real time consuming By Steve Ruediger ad valorem taxes. i sales at the SCA were Islander staff writer SQ. YD. INSTALLED 939-4277 effort on Sanibel. This resulted in an increase in cost to highly val- taking business away The Sanibel City Council on Tuesday, July 18, 13"X13" 939-4603 Membership on most, but not all, of these ued Sanibel property of 400 percent or more. from island companies. PLUSH, PLUSH, PLUSH $4 Q99 MARBLEIZED committees is administered through my office approved municipal solid waste agreements provided Both the total number Assorted Colors Mon.-Sat. 8 AM-6PM It reduced costs on Fort Myers residents in general Sunday 11 AM - 4 PM and requires City Council appointment. We use a those agreements are approved also by Cape Coral and shifted the costs in Cape Coral from home own- of events and the number SQ. YD. INSTALLED 13"X13" and Fort Myers. ZANON Citizens Volunteer Skills Bank that matches ers to owners of empty lots, who previously had paid of commercial events at SLATE LOOK 89*,« interests and skills of volunteers with the proper Cape Coral has already approved an acceptable the SCA have been drop- Assorted Colors S M NAPLES nothing. BRUCE WOOD * 2 sq.ft. installed committee. agreement. Fort Myers has not yet acted on the pro- The Cape Coral agreement would establish a ping since that time. 2358 1MMOKAL.EE ROAD If you are interested in putting your name on posal. There were 19 events in STARTING AS LOW AS • GREENTREE CENTER Municipal Services Taxing Unit in that city. 99' 12* X W this list or need any other information about The council action gives Sanibel city staff the 1993, 13 in 1994 and The Sanibel agreement would establish a $C19 sq, ft, WAVY mm 597-4002 these or any other committees, please call 472- authority to proceed with the agreements after Fort seven so far in 1995. Municipal Services Benefit Unit, which would base %P SQ.FT. Assorted Colors 597-4210 4135 to receive an application or an answer. Myers approves an acceptable agreement. Installed -includes wood, labor and material Assorted Colors the pay for the service on the actual amount of solid ZANON 13"x13" Mon. - Sat. 9 AM - 6 PM As the result of a Supreme Court decision remov- waste produced at a property. THE ZANON 95 Sunday 11 AM-4PM Sanibel City Manager Gary A. Price periodically Assorted Colors ing county control of the flow • of waste from cities, However, it is now too late for these to take effect ISLANDER •k All Installed Prices Include Labor and . addresses issues of interest to the community Lee County switched in fiscal year 1994-95 from Setting Materials 99 and submits his commentaries to The Islander in the 1995-96 fiscal year, so there will be at least a Min charge of 100 sq. ft.Doe s Not sq.ft. charging by amount of garbage collected to paying The best newspaper sq.tt, for publication. year more of paying for waste service through ad val- Include Floor Prep If Any $2.29 sq.ft. Installed on the islands Lie. No. 3O373667SC7MW for garbage processing through a .405 mill increase in orem taxes. '••..• Tuesday. July 25,1995 , THE ISLANDER 9 The confessions of a would-be biker Tuesday, This is a public confession. Forgive me Keith non-bikers how to ride - and then the four of us 8 July 25,1995 Commentary Trowbridge, oh worthy founder of the Sanibel would go riding off into the sunset to explore the Bicycle Club, but I will now say publicly what I island. was ashamed to tell you privately. Well, as luck would have it, the other non-biker I can't ride a bicycle. SHELL got the hang of it very quickly, while I had to be There, I've said it. I've cleansed my soul. I'm so SHOCKED pushed from the rear by the two disgruntled bikers. Hey, don't I know you? relieved. Even though I too am a charter member of Finally, I was able to keep my balance and the four Examining the of us rode off. It's kinda funny to be 600 miles away from home the Sanibel Bicycle Club, I entered under false pre- By Art Stevens But an expert I was not. While my three buddies and then run into someone you know (or knew when tenses. Actually, I'm an impostor. Since it's were able to execute turns, I kept slamming into you lived there). assumed that every living human being aged one to SCCF parcels Well, I don't need your pity. As a man of the walls, mail boxes, cows and trees. You'd think I'd Friday night, July 15,1 was waiting on tables at ISLANDER'S 90 rides a bicycle, I was admitted to the club with- world, I've done pretty much everything else. I've been tortured by a street gang with all the cuts and This is the first in a series of 12 monthly arti- Cheeburger Cheeburger and a group of eight women out having to take a bike riding test. watched every rerun of "I Love Lucy." I've collect- braises I came home with. cles focusing on some of the parcels of land came in to eat. As we were getting the table ready for NOTES Because I don't ride a bicycle, I feel like an ed matchbooks from every hotel and restaurant I've owned and managed by the Sanibel-Captiva them, I noticed that one of them looked very familiar. undercover agent infiltrating the organization to I became disillusioned with biking. I just couldn't been to. I have prize shells from the beaches of get the hang of it. After several other tries - and Conservation Foundation. The foundation is I thought and thought and realized that her daughter By Betty O'Neal look for improprieties. Don't worry, Keith. I haven't Sanibel. And I even rode on a carousel at Coney more dented trees, I gave up. And then Keith dedicated to the preservation of natural resources had been a cheerleader on a youngsters' team that I caught any officers yet who also don't know how to Island. Trowbridge had to bring up biking. All right, Keith, and wildlife habitat on and around the islands. had sponsored eight years ago in Fayetteville, Ga. So, ride a bike. I'm probably the only person in Sanibel We had a great reunion while I was waiting on I'll pay my dues to the Sanibel Bicycle Club and I'll The 247-acre tract upon which the Nature Center I said "Hey, don't I know you? I think I know you. who doesn't. But I never learned how to ride a bike when I them and they were eating and I told them I would be a member in good standing, but please don't try is built is the crown jewel of the properties, and Aren't you Julie's mom?" make sure that they were mentioned in my next arti- But that's what confessionals are all about. was a kid. Naturally, you can't blame me. I was a She replied, "Yes, who are you?" Remember the day, Keith, when you suggested I product of my environment - and my environment to put me on a bicycle. I don't want to destroy it is only fitting that it be the first parcel featured cle. So, Kathy Carter, Lucie Davis, Kathy McLin, Sanibel's beautiful vegetation. in this series. So, I told her who I was - that I had worked at the Barbara Chapo, Laura Redding, Pam Moore, Sandra buy a bike for my wife as a birthday present? And was the sidewalks of New York City. There were no school where her daughter went and I was her cheer- Cannon and Sandy Souza from Fayette County, Ga., - you suggested I try yours to see how it rides? Well, bikes in my neighborhood. Stickball was the sport With a steady increase in habitat restoration Art Stevens, a Sanibel homeowner, is a full-time efforts, this parcel has once again begun to sup- leading sponsor. here you are. I do hope that when you come to my friend, I couldn't quite get up the courage to of the day. confess to you that a grown, suave, sophisticated When I was 24, some friends and I went to executive with Lobsenz-Stevens Inc., a New York port a large number of wading birds. Fifteen She said, "Yes, I remember you but what are you Sanibel again, you will feel free to call me and maybe City public relations firm. He is also the author of years ago people might have seen George doing here?" we can get together again! man of the world like me can't ride a bike. What Nantucket for a weekend. There were four of us. "Sanibel Shell Shocked," a collection " his Cooley on his bicycle toting a sprayer filled with So, I went through the story about how we came to It's so great to see someone from home once in would you have thought? So I made up some Two were expert bikers and the other two, including humorous columns, many of which have bet;, chemicals lethal to the invasive Brazilian pepper. live on Sanibel. awhile. And it's really great to hear an accent that I excuse, like I had an ingrown toenail and couldn't me, had never been on a bicycle before. The game published The Islander and other island publica- Mr. Cooley knew then what the rest of the island Over the next few minutes, I found out that the can understand. Tell all the kids that I said "Hi!" and put any pressure on my foot. plan was for the two bikers to quickly teach the two tions. • is just beginning to understand: non-native vege- other ladies in the group were all from the same area I hope to see some of them before the summer's out! tation has the ability to alter habitat and prevent and we knew a lot of the same people. In fact, two of its use by native wildlife populations. them worked at Flat Rock Middle School, across the Betty O'Neal, an islander who is a former Islander Letters continued from page 8 street from the elementary school where I had (staffer), is the clerk/typist for the City of Sanibel worked. Boy, what a small world! Building Department. ests. For surely he must admit that by leaving today's under Dr. Elie, but also review past veterinary breeders we insure shells for tomorrow. Investigation may shed care/record keeping under Dr. Kubisz. This compari- Those of us who have been on Sanibel a long time some light on CROW care son may shed some valuable light on a medically?, tetters recall the hue and cry that went up when it became objective b
SEALIFE ENCOUNTER — Miss Paradise cruise runs CHILDREN'S ART — BIG Arts' drawing and painting OUT-ISLAND CRUISES — Captiva Cruises offers SUNSET CRUISE — Miss Paradise trip runs from from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Call 472-8443 for information. class with Marjorie Bronsted for youngsters 7 to 12 daily historic cruises to several surrounding islands, 7:30 to 9 p.m. Call 472-8443. departing at 10:30 a.m. A nightly Sunset Serenade SEALIFE ENCOUNTER — Miss Paradise cruise runs years of age runs from 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. $8 per SAILING CRUISES — Thirty-foot sloop Adventure Cruise is also offered. Cruises depart from South Seas from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Call 472-8443 for information. LINE DANCING — No partners needed to enjoy coun- session. Call 395-0900. sails mornings, afternoons and sunsets daily from try/western line dancing with Island Seniors' instructor Plantation on Captiva. Call 472-5300. South Seas Plantation on Captiva. Call 472-7532 for SAILING CRUISES — Thirty-foot sloop Adventure BRIDGE VIDEO — Island Seniors view video about David Bennett. Beginners at 1 p.m., advanced at 1:30 CROW TOUR — Care & Rehabilitation of Wildlife more information. sails mornings, afternoons and sunsets daily from the game of bridge at 12:30 p.m. at the Island Civic p.m. at Island Civic Center. $2 for members; $4 for offers guided tour at 11 a.m. $3 donation requested ARTHRITIS WATER EXERCISE — Class meets at South Seas Plantation on Captiva. Call 472-7532 for Center. Call 472-5643 for information. non-members. Call 472-5743. (except for members and children 12 and under). Call the Sanibel Rec Center pool at 11 a.m. Call Coby at FISHING CRUISE — Miss Paradise fishing cruise runs 472-3644. 472-0345 for information. from 9 a.m. until noon. Call 472-8443 for information. more information. BRIDGE FOR FUN — Island Seniors session begins BRIDGE COURSE — Play of the Hand and Defensive at 1 p.m. at the Island Civic Center. Call 472-5743. Strategy Bridge course continues at the Sanibel SELF IMPROVEMENT — "Twelve Steps for Every- CROW TOUR — Care & Rehabilitation of Wildlife OUT-ISLAND CRUISES — Captiva Cruises offers ZONTA — Island club meets at 7:30 a.m. at the Community Center from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Call 472- one" meets at 11 a.m. at Sanibel Community Church. offers guided tour at 11 a.m. $3 donation requested daily historic cruises to several surrounding islands, Hungry Heron Restaurant on Sanibel. Visiting TRAVEL FILM — Island Seniors will view film 'Touring 2155 for information. Call 472-2684 for information. (except for members and children 12 and under). Call departing at 10:30 a.m. A nightly Sunset Serenade Zontians welcome. For details call Ginger Parker at Mexico" at 1:30 p.m. at the Island Civic Center. Call 472-3644. Cruise is also offered. Cruises depart from South Seas 472-6356. 472-5743. LIBRARY PROGRAM — Captiva Memorial Library OUT TO LUNCH BUNCH — Island Seniors group Plantation on Captiva. Call 472-5300. hosts free "Fractured Fairy Tale" game for youngsters meets for lunch at 11:30 a.m. at the Mucky Duck SEALIFE ENCOUNTER — Miss Paradise cruise runs KAYAK TOURS — Naturalist Brian Houston offers GREAT BOOKS HI — Frank Vaughn's discussion 6 and older at 2 p.m. at Captiva Community Center. restaurant on Andy Rosse Lane on Captiva. Call 472- from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Call 472-8443 for information. NATURE CRUiSE — Sanibel-Captiva Conservation daily tour through Buck Key, the gulf and to rookeries course at the BIG Arts Center begins at 1:30 p.m. $3 Call 472-2133 for information. 5743 for information. Foundation's one-hour natural history boat cruise in Pine Island Sound from 'Tween Waters Inn on per session. Call 395-0900. NATURE CRUISE — Sanibel-Captiva Conservation aboard Captiva Cruises' Lady Chadwick, departs at 4 Captiva from 8 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 4 p.m. $35 per per- NATURE CRUISE — Sanibel-Captiva Conservation AA — Closed men's discussion meeting at Sanibel Foundation's one-hour natural history boat cruise p.m. from South Seas Plantation on Captiva. Please son. Call 472-5161. NATURE CRUISE — Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation's one-hour natural history boat cruise Congregational United Church of Christ at noon. aboard Captiva Cruises' Lady Chadwick, departs at 4 call 472-5300. Foundation's one-hour natural history boat cruise aboard Captiva Cruises' Lady Chadwick, departs at 4 p.m. from South Seas Plantation on Captiva. Please FITNESS WALKING — Sundial Beach Resort offers aboard Captiva Cruises' Lady Chadwick, departs at 4 p.m. from South Seas Plantation on Captiva. Please SEALIFE ENCOUNTER — Miss Paradise cruise runs call 472-5300. POTLUCK/MOVIE — Island Seniors hold monthly invigorating, morning, walking workout starting at 8 p.m. from South Seas Plantation on Captiva. Please call 472-5300. from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Call 472-8443 for information. potluck supper at 5 p.m. at the Island Civic Center, fol- a.m. Course varies from beach to nature trails on call 472-5300. COUNTRY LINE DANCING — The American Legion lowed by snowing of the movie, "Corina, Corina" at 6 Sanibel. $3. for information, call 472-4151, extension MARINE BIOLOGY — Marine Habitat Foundation TOT'S ART — Marjorje Bronsted teaches BIG Arts' Post #123 on Sanibel offers country line dancing p.m. Call 472-5743 for information. 3815. LIFE DRAWING — Bob York's class at the BIG Arts slide show and lecture will be held at Barrier Island course for youngsters 5 to 6 years of age from 1 to 2 every Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. The sessions are under Center starts at 7:30 p.m. $10 per class. Call 395- Research Laboratory on Tarpon Bay Road at 5 and 8 p.m. $8 per class. Call 395-0900. the direction of Sandra Dee. Call 472-9979. SUNSET CRUISE — Miss Paradise trip runs from WALK IN THE WETLANDS — A guided, exploratory 0900. p.m. Call 472-3558. 7:30 to 9 p.m. Call 472-8443. trip through the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation SCHOOL AGE STORY HOUR — Sanibel Library pro- SUNSET CRUISE — Miss Paradise trip runs from Foundation is offered at 8:45 a.m. Meet at the Nature SUNSET CRUISE — Miss Paradise trip runs from OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS — Meeting for those gram for youngsters in kindergarten, first and second 7:30 to 9 p.m. Call 472-8443. AA —• Closed step meeting at 8 p.m. at Sanibel Center prior to the walk. 7:30 to 9 p.m. Call 472-8443. people who desire to stop eating compulsively begins grades begins at 3 p.m. Call 472-2483. Congregational United Church of Christ on Sanibel. AA — Open meeting at 8 p.m. at St. Michael and All at 7:30 p.m. at St. Isabel's Catholic Church at 3995 'STEP' IN SHAPE — Marie Mailloux's low impact Sanibel-Captiva Rd. For information, call 395-0063. Angels Episcopal Church. AA — Closed discussion meeting at Sanibel NATURE CRUISE — Sanibel-Captiva Conservation MONDAY, JULY 31 exercise class for alt levels and ages will be held at 9 Foundation's one-hour natural history boat cruise Congregational United Church of Christ at 8 p.m. a.m. at the Sanibel Rec Center. $3 donation request- AA — Wednesday Women's group meets at 7:30 p.m. aboard Captiva Cruises' Lady Chadwick, departs at 4 SATURDAY, JULY 29 SAILING CRUISES — Thirty-foot sloop Adventure ed/free babysitting available. Call 395-2543 for infor- at the Sanibel Congregational Church. p.m. from South Seas Plantation on Captiva. Please WEDNESDAY, JULY 26 sails mornings, afternoons and sunsets daily from mation. call 472-5300. SAILING CRUISES — Thirty-foot sloop Adventure South Seas Plantation on Captiva. Call 472-7532 for SAILING CRUISES —• Thirty-foot^s|oop_Adventure SUNSET CRUISE — Miss Paradise trip runs from sails mornings, afternoons and sunsets daily from more information. STEP AEROBICS — Sanibel Fitness Center holds sails mornings, aftemoDrts'ancf sunsets daily from 7:3016 9 p.m. Calf 472-8443. WEIGHT WATCHERS — Group meets from 5 to 6 South Seas Plantation on Captiva. Call 472-7532 for step aerobics at 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. Free to members. South Seas Plantation on Captiva. Call 472-7532 for p.m. at the Sanibel Community Center. Call 936-0306. more information. KAYAK TOURS — Naturalist Brian Houston offers Call 395-2639. more information. THURSDAY, JULY 27 daily tour'through Buck Key, the gulf and to rookeries KAYAK TOURS — Naturalist Brian Houston offers SAILING CRUISES — Thirty-foot sloop Adventure AA — Open meeting, 11th step discussion, is held at in Pine Island Sound from 'Tween Waters Inn on KIWAN1S — Club members meet for breakfast at 7:30 6:30 p.m. at Sanibel Community Church. daily tour through Buck Key, the gulf arid to rookeries FISHING CRUISE —- Miss Paradise fishing cruise runs sails mornings, afternoons and sunsets daily from Captiva from 8 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 4 p.m. $35 per per- a.m. at the Hungry Heron. Visiting Kiwanis welcome. from 9 a.m. until noon. Call 472-8443 for additional South Seas Plantation on Captiva. Call 472-7532 for in Pine Island Sound from 'Tween Waters Inn on son. Call 472-5161. Call 472-1537. information. more information. ART FOR TEENS — BIG Arts' class taught by Captiva from 8 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 4 p.m. $35 per per- Marjorie Bronsted for teens runs from 6:30 to 8:30 son. Call 472-5161. WALK IN THE WETLANDS — A guided, exploratory SANIBEL HAMS — Sanibel Emergency Radio p.m. $9 for single class. Call 395-0900. STEP- AEROBICS —- Low impact, step training work- KAYAK TOURS — Naturalist Brian Houston offers trip through the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Amateur Unit meets for breakfast at Jerry's at 8 a.m. out at the Sundial Resort at 9:30 a.m. $3. Call 472- daily tour through Buck Key, the gulf and to rookeries AA — Closed meeting at 9 a.m. at Captiva Community Foundation is offered at 8:45 a.m. Meet at the Nature 4151, extension 3815. Call Jerry Deutscher, KQ4UW, at 472-5130. in Pine Island Sound from 'Tween Waters Inn on SANIBEL HAMS — Sanibel Emergency Radio Center. Center prior to the walk. Amateur Unit is on the air at 7:30 p.m. Sanibel fre- Captiva from 8 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 4 p.m. $35 per per- 1 KAYAK TOURS — Naturalist Brian Houston offers son. Call 472-5161. quency: 146.79, pi of 173.8. Unit welcomes check-ins 'STEP IN SHAPE—'Marie Mailloux's low impact AEROBICS — Sanibel Fitness Center hosts various OUT-ISLAND CRUISES — Captiva Cruises offers daily tour through Buck Key, the gulf and to rookeries by visiting hams. Call Jerry Deutscher, KQ4UW, at exercise class for all levels and ages will be held at 9 programs: Nice 'n Easy at 7:10 a.m.; Mixed Impact daily historic cruises to several surrounding islands, in Pine Island Sound fron Tween Waters Inn on FITNESS WALKING — Sundial Beach Resort offers 472-5130. a.m. at the Sanibel Rec Center. $3 donation request- Aerobics at 9 a.m.; Body Shaping at 10:15 a.m.; Short departing at 10:30 a.m. A nightly Sunset Serenade Captiva from 8 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 4 p.m. $35 per per- invigorating, morning, walking workout starting at 8 ed/free babysitting available. Call 395-2543 for infor- Step at 11:30 a.m. and Mixed Impact Aerobics at 6 Cruise is also offered. Cruises depart from South Seas son. Cali 472-5161. a.m. Course varies from beach to nature trails on SUNSET CRUISE — Miss Paradise trip runs from mation. p.m. Free to members. Call 395-2693. Plantation on Captiva. Call 472-5300 for additional Sanibel. $3. for information, call 472-4151, extension 7:30 to 9 p.m. Call 472-8443. information. AA — Open step meeting at 8:30 a.m. at Sanibel 3815. FISHING CRUISE — Miss Paradise fishing cruise runs FISHING CRUISE — Miss Paradise fishing cruise runs Community Church. AA — Closed discussion meeting at 8 p.m. at St. from 9 a.m. until noon. Call 472-8443 for additional from 9 a.m. until noon. Call 472-8443 for information. CROW TOUR — Care & Rehabilitation of Wildlife BEACH WALK — Touch tank presentation and guid- Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church. information. offers guided tour at 11 a.m. $3 donation requested WALK IN THE WETLANDS — A guided, exploratory ed walk begins at 8:45 a.m. at the Sanibel-Captiva SUMMER READING PROGRAM — Sanibel Public (except for members and children 12 and under). Call trip through the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Conservation Foundation. Bring your car. Fee by FRIDAY, JULY 28 STEP- AEROBICS — Low impact, step training work- Library's "Come Join The Circus" program for young- 472-3644. Foundation is offered at 8:45 a.m. Meet at the Nature donation. For additional information, call the SCCF at out at the Sundial Resort at 9:30 a.m. $3. Call 472- sters in grades K-3 runs from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m., and Center prior to the walk. 472-2329. SAILING CRUISES — Thirty-foot sloop Adventure 4151, extension 3815. for youngsters in grades 4-8 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. BODYWALK — Sanibel Fitness Center program runs sails mornings, afternoons and sunsets daily from Call 472-2483 for information. from 10:30 to 12:30 p.m. Free to members; $3 for non- AEROBICS — Sanibel Fitness Center hosts various STEP AEROBICS — Sanibel Fitness Center holds South Seas Plantation on Captiva. Call 472-753. programs: Nice 'n Easy at 7:10 a.m.; Mixed Impact WATER AEROBICS — The pool at the Rec Center on members. Call 395-BODY. step aerobics at 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. Free to members. San-Cap Road is reserved for an Island Seniors water SHELLCRAFTERS — island shell art creators begin Aerobics at 9 a.m.; Body Shaping at 10:15 a.m.; Short Call 395-2639. ROTARY — Island club meets for breakfast at 7:30 aerobics program at 10 a.m. Call the Rec Center at working on items for 1996 Shell Fair; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. SEALiFE ENCOUNTER — Miss Paradise cruise runs Step at 11:30 a.m. and Mixed Impact Aerobics at 6 a.m. at the Hungry Heron restaurant. Visiting p.m. Free to members. Call 395-2693. 472-0345 or Island Seniors at 472-5743 for informa- Call 472-2155. from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Call 472-8443 for information. 'STEP' IN SHAPE — Marie Mailloux's low impact Rotarians welcome. Call 395-0512. tion. exercise class for all levels and ages will be held at 9 AA — Closed women's meeting at 10 a.m. at Sanibel FISHING CRUISE — Miss Paradise fishing cruise runs a.m. at the Sanibel Rec Center. $3 donation request- BRIDGE VIDEO — Island Seniors view video about KAYAK TOURS — Naturalist Brian Houston offers OUT-ISLAND CRUISES — Captiva Cruises offers Congregational United Church of Christ. the game of bridge at 12:30 p.m. at the Island Civic from 9 a.m. until noon. Call 472-8443 for additional ed/free babysitting available. Call 395-2543 for infor- daily tour through Buck Key, the gulf and to rookeries information. mation. daily historic cruises to several surrounding islands, Center. Call 472-5643 for information. in Pine Island Sound from 'Tween Waters Inn on departing at 10:30 a.m. A nightly Sunset Serenade SENIORS AEROBICS — Island Seniors aerobics Captiva from 8 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 4 p.m. $35 per per- Cruise is also offered. Cruises depart from South Seas class begins at 10 a.m. at the Island Civic Center. $2 CURRENT EVENTS — BIG Arts-sponsored discus- YOGA — Murari Brian Healey teaches stress reduc- BRIDGE FOR FUN — Island Seniors session begins son. Call 472-5161. for members; $4 for non-members. Call 472-5743 for sion group meets from 10 a.m. to noon at the center. tion, relaxation and flexibility program from 9 to 10:30 Plantation on Captiva. Call 472-5300 for additional at 1 p.m. at the Island Civic Center. Call 472-5743 for $3.a session. Call 395-0900 for information. information. information. a.m. in the Wakefield Room at Tween Waters Inn on WALK IN THE WETLANDS — A guided, exploratory information. Captiva. $10 for single session. Call 395-1787 for trip through the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation YOGA — Murari Brian Healey teaches stress reduc- TROLLEY TOUR — Sanibel Trolley offers a narrated SENIORS AEROBICS — Island Seniors aerobics information. Foundation is offered at 8:45 a.m. Meet at the Nature GREAT BOOKS III — Frank Vaughn's discussion tion, relaxation and flexibility program at 10:30 a.m. at two-hour tour of Sanibel and Captiva - history, people, class begins at 10 a.m. at the Island Civic Center. $2 Center prior to the walk. course at the BIG Arts Center begins at 1:30 p.m. $3 for members; $4 for non-members. Call 472-5743 for FISHING CRUISE — Miss Paradise fishing cruise runs the Sanibel Fitness Center. $10 for single session. places and wildlife. $10 for adults. Departs at 10 a.m. per session. Call 395-0900. information. from 9 a.m. until noon. Call 472-8443 for additional Call 395-1787. from the Chamber of Commerce. Call 472-6374 for AEROBICS — Sanibel Fitness Center hosts various information. information. programs: Nice 'n Easy at 7:10 a.m.; Mixed Impact NATURE CRUISE — Sanibel-Captiva Conservation TROLLEY TOUR — Sanibel Trolley offers a narrated SEALIFE ENCOUNTER — Miss Paradise cruise runs Aerobics at 9 a.m.; Body Shaping at 10:15 a.m.; and Foundation's one-hour natural history boat cruise from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Call 472-8443 for additional infor- OUT-ISLAND CRUISES — Captiva Cruises offers two-hour tour of Sanibel and Captiva - history, people, STEP- AEROBICS — Low impact, step training work- Short Step at 11:30 a.m.Call 395-2693. aboard Captiva Cruises' Lady Chadwick, departs at 4 places and wildlife. $10 for adults. Departs at 10 a.m. out at the Sundial Resort at 9:30 a.m. $3. Call 472- mation. daily historic cruises to several surrounding islands, p.m. from South Seas Plantation on Captiva. Please from the Chamber of Commerce. Call 472-6374 for departing at 10:30 a.m. A nightly Sunset Serenade 4151, extension 3815. :••. FISHING CRUISE —- Miss Paradise fishing cruise runs call 472-5300. additional information. SENIORS THEATER — Island Seniors head to Pirate Cruise is also offered. Cruises depart from South Seas from 9 a.m. until noon. Call 472-8443 for information. LIVING AGAIN — FISH-sponsored support group for Playhouse for production of "You Can't Take it With Plantation on Captiva. Call 472-5300. LIFE DRAWING — Bob York's class at the BIG Arts grief recovery meets at 10:30 a.m. at the Sanibel You" at 2 p.m. $15 per person. Call 472-5743 for OUT-ISLAND CRUISES — Captiva Cruises offers SENIORS AEROBICS — Island Seniors aerobics Community Church. Gail Topper Schram at 395-0130 CROW TOUR — Care & Rehabilitation of Wildlife Center starts at 7:30 p.m. $10 per class. Call 395- daily historic cruises to several surrounding islands, class begins at 10 a.m. at the Island Civic Center. $2 reservations. or FISH at 472-0404. 0900. departing at 10:30 a.m. A nightly Sunset Serenade for members; $4 for non-members. Call 472-5743. offers guided tour at 11 a.m. $3 donation requested Cruise is also offered. Cruises depart from South Seas NATURE CRUISE— Sanibel-Captiva Conservation (except for members and children 12 and under). Call OUT-ISLAND CRUISES — Captiva Cruises offers SUNSET CRUISE — Miss Paradise trip runs from Plantation on Captiva. Call 472-5300. TROLLEY TOUR — Sanibel Trolley offers a narrated Foundation's one-hour natural history boat cruise 472-3644. daily historic cruises to several surrounding islands, 7:30 to 9 p.m. Please call 472-8443 for additional two-hour tour of Sanibel and Captiva - history, people, aboard Captiva Cruises' Lady Chadwick, departs at 4 departing at 10:30 a.m. A nightly Sunset Serenade information. CROW TOUR — Care & Rehabilitation of Wildlife places and wildlife. $10 for adults. Departs at 10 a.m. P-m. from South Seas Plantation on Captiva. Please SEALIFE ENCOUNTER — Miss Paradise cruise runs Cruise is also offered. Cruises depart from South Seas offers guided tour at 11 a.m. $3 donation requested from the Chamber of Commerce. Call 472-6374. call 472-5300. from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Call 472-8443 for information. (except for members and children 12 and under). Call Plantation on Captiva. Call 472-5300 for additional AA — Closed discussion meeting at Sanibel information. 472-3644. Please see next page SUNSET CRUISE — Miss Paradise trip runs from AA — Open discussion meeting at 6:30 p.m. at Congregational United Church of Christ on Periwinkle 7:30 to 9 p.m. call 472-8443. Gaptiva Community Center. Way at 8 p.m. Tuesday. JUly 25. 1995 THE ISLANDER 17 Tomato soup and potato salad that are different Tuesday, Tomato soup is a bit "old hat" but try the follow- thought it delicious and it was a perfect dish to serve 16 Arts July 25, 1995 ing. It is definitely different. It can be served either with a grilled steak. Leisure hot or cold. This recipe and the following chicken WHAT'S DIFFERENT POTATO SALAD dish were inspired by Natalie Dupree. 3 1/2 pounds red skin potatoes, peeled and cut COOKING? into small dice CURRIED TOMATO SOUP 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar 6 tablespoons butter More about the Retrospectiwe 111 By Bobbie Sharp 2 hard boiled eggs, chopped 1 cup onion, minced 1/2 cup red onion, minced 1 tablespoon curry powder 1/2 cup celery, minced wonders of Radio 128 ounce can plum tomatoes with liquid 1 teaspoon paprika J.T. Smith's Encore Productions experiments 1/3 cup cilantro, minced 11/2 cups beef stock 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard 1 teaspoon caraway seeds 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon City Music Hall with diversification of presentations, locales 1/2 cup mayonnaise (if you do not make your own, 1/2 teaspoon sugar Salt and pepper use Hellman's) After thoroughly inspecting the stage area and By Frank Wagner Salt and pepper 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup sour cream some of the star dressing rooms on the next floor Islander staff writer Parsley minced for garnish 1 cup chicken stock 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard above, my tour of the Radio City Music Hall During the 1994/95 sea- Melt the butter in a large pan placed over medium Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. In a small pan, Salt and pepper continued. The elevator zoomed past the third son, J.T. Smith successful- I heat, add the onions and curry, stir to coat well and heat the wine and add the apricots. When it comes to Dill minced for garnish floor (no males were admitted as that was the ly presented a great variety cook until the onions are wilted. Add the tomatoes a boil, remove the pan from the burner and let it sit of entertainments at the Cook the potatoes in a large pot of salted boiling Rockettes' private domain), and continued with the liquid and bring it to a boil. Turn to simmer, for 10 minutes. Drain and reserve the wine and apri- Old Schoolhouse Theater. water until just al dente. Drain them well and place onward and upward to the costume room. cover and cook for 30 minutes. Puree the soup in cots in separate bowls. Place the chicken breasts in a He also experimented with them in a bowl. Pour the vinegar over them when Most all of the costumes for Music Hall batches until it is smooth. Return it to a pan placed large heavy casserole, skin side up. Sprinkle the placing a package produc- they are still hot; toss and set aside to cool. In a small shows were measured, cut, fitted and sewn in over medium heat and whisk in the stock, cream, onion, coriander, cumin, paprika, mustard, cinnamon, this huge room. The hum of sewing machines tion of one of his most suc- bowl, mix the eggs, onion, celery, cilantro and car- sugar, salt and pepper. Reheat and then ladle it into salt, pepper, apricots and cranberries over the meat. was constant and the sight of many fitting forms, cessful revues "Stardust away seeds; Stir this into the potatoes. Whisk togeth- warm soup cups and garnish with the minced parsley. Pour the stock and the reserved wine over the meat. bolts and bolts of materials, boxes of straight Memories" in various Cover the casserole with a tight fitting lid and bake er the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, salt nearby theaters namely: This will serve about six. pins, accessories, trimmings and hats, hats, hats the dish for 50 minutes. This will serve six people and pepper. Fold this into the potato mix. Cover and Naples, J.T. Smith's was awesome. according to the size of the breasts. I accompanied refrigerate two hours. Before serving, garnish with Broadway Baby Grand BAKED CHICKEN WITH DRIED Currently everyone was occupied with keep- this with pecan rice. the dill. This serves about six. ing costumes in shape for "New York Summer," Theater on Marco Island CRANBERRIES AND APRICOTS the show that had just re-opened the Music Hall and the Arcade Theater in 11/2 cups dry white wine Bobbie Sharp has been cooking for family and after the giant refurbishing and redecorating that downtown Fort Myers. 1 cup dried apricots, cut in half We are not "big" on potato salad as so many friends for over 50 years. She has studied under had been supervised by Jani himself. The Old Schoolhouse 3 whole chicken breasts, cut in half with bone left recipes are overloaded with mayonnaise which makes Chef Tel and Julie Dannenbaum at the Creative Theater season began in in and skin left on the dish a bit soggy for our taste. The next recipe I Cooking School in Philadelphia. She is also a regu- November with an updat- 1 large red onion, diced found in one of my numerous cooking magazines; lar at the cooking classes offered at South Seas ed, new cast presentation 1 teaspoon ground coriander which one I do not recall. I served it on a bed of Plantation on Captiva. She and her husband, SHOWBIZ of his hit revue "Stardust .,. 1 teaspoon cumin romaine and surrounded it with sliced tomatoes. We Thomas, moved to Sanibel in 1980 from Berwyn, Pa. Mark TW «»,',„«, ,t,niraj.H ;„ Agnew, left, and Peter-Michael Marino from the production of "Greater itClGEO \jr I iy continued from page 16 t-nis-cEJujc. aoounaeu in _ *»••».. .. —. — ... the fabulous v^Slarrange- Tuna at theOl d Schoolhouse Theater on San.bel. ments of J.T.'s perfectly recreatingrthe -soundsrof Ahe, Schoolhouse.Theater Foundation from islanders who It was also a great help in the consistent timing of For dialogue each dwarf would be fitted with a bat- sound problems when speaking. By Frank Wagner period that featured vocal groups such as The Pied are adamantly concerned.with this tiny showplace a show. Pre-recorded tempos do not vary, therefore tery pack and microphone. To maintain some feeling The final decision was for three masks be made for Pipers, The Andrew Sisters, The Boswell Sisters and and its creative perpetuation!"~"r<-^_ , the length of the show is controllable. This was vital- of reality, it was vitally important that the audiences each dwarf. One was an emergency back-up and the other one could be used while the original was drying others. "Ho! Ho! Ho! The Christmas Show^
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It is anticipated that which are specially benefitted there- City Manager, no later than one day REFERRED TO AS THE "ANCHOR the expense to be paid by special 33.34 percent of construction costs ANCHOR DRIVE IMPROVEMENT by. A description of each property to prior to the proceeding. Telephone DRIVE IMPROVEMENT PRO- assessments, the manner in which and other related costs, and 100 PROJECT be assessed and the amount to be 941-472-3700 for assistance. If JECT"; PROVIDING FOR A said assessments shall be made, percent of all engineering and sur- assessed to each parcel of property hearing impaired, telephone the DESCRIPTION OF THE NATURE when said assessments are to be veying costs, permit fees and legal A public hearing will be held on may be obtained at the office of the Florida Relay Service Numbers, AND LOCATION OF THE paid, what portion, if any, is to be costs, will be paid by the City from Tuesday, August 15, 1995 at 10:00 City Clerk. 800-955-8771 (TDD) or 800-955- IMPROVEMENT, THE MANNER paid from the general improvement the general improvement fund; and A.M., in Council Chambers 8770 (Voice), for assistance. OF LEVYING ASSESSMENTS, fund of the municipality, a designa- that 66.66 percent of the construc- (MacKenzie Hall), 800 Dunlop IF A PERSON DECIDES TO THE ESTIMATED COST AND THE tion of the lands upon which the tion costs and related costs will be Road, Sanibel, Florida 33957 before APPEAL ANY DECISION OF THE (7-25) DESCRIPTION OF THE LANDS assessments shall be levied and the paid by assessments levied against the City Council of the City of BODY WITH RESPECT TO ANY UPON WHICH THE ASSESSMENT total estimated cost of the improve- the property described in the Sanibel on the Anchor Drive MATTER CONSIDERED AT SUCH SHALL BE LEVIED IN ACCOR- ment. assessment plat. The City's portion Improvement Project. MEETING OR HEARING, HE/SHE CITY OF SANIBEL DANCE WITH SECTION 170.03 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT will be rounded up to the nearest The owners of the property or WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE RESOLUTION NO. 95 -145 FLORIDA STATUTES; AND PRO- RESOLVED by the City Council of dollar and the property owners' por- any other persons interested may PROCEEDINGS, AND FOR SUCH VIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. the City of Sanibel, Lee County, tion will be rounded down to the appear and be heard as to the pro- PURPOSES HE/SHE MAY NEED A RESOLUTION OF THE SANI- WHEREAS, the City of Sanibel Florida: nearest dollar. priety and advisability of making TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM BEL CITY COUNCIL EXPRESSING intends to proceed with an improve- Section 1. The City Council of Section 5. The manner in which improvements, as to the cost there- RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS ITS INTENT TO DECLARE A SPE- ment project to pave the public por- Sanibel hereby makes a finding of said assessments shall be made is of, as to the manner of payment IS MADE, WHICH RECORD CIAL ASSESSMENT TO MAKE A tion of Anchor Drive pursuant to need for levy of special assess- as set forth in Chapter 170.02, therefor, and as to the amount INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT AS Chapter 170, Florida Statutes; and ments for an improvement project to Florida Statutes. The assessment thereof to be assessed against each EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE AUTHORIZED BY CHAPTER 170 WHEREAS, Section 170.03, hard-surface (asphalt paving) and to shall be on a per parcel basis; i.e., APPEAL IS TO BE BASED. property so improved. FLORIDA STATUTES FOR THE Florida Statutes, requires a munici- construct drainage swales on the each parcel described in the The area to be improved by the HARD SURFACING (PAVING) AND pality making public improvements public portion of Anchor Drive, to be assessment roll shall pay an equal Anchor Drive Improvement Project In accordance with the CONSTRUCTION OF DRAINAGE when utilizing special assessments referred to as the "Anchor Drive 1/17 portion of the part of the includes the public portion of Anchor Americans With Disabilities Act, per- SWALES UPON THE PUBLIC to adopt a resolution stating the Improvement Project", which levy assessments levied against the pri- Drive and all lots and lands adjoin- sons needing a special accommo- PORTION OF ANCHOR DRIVE ON nature of the proposed improve- and special assessment includes all vate properties. Each "parcel", for ing and contiguous or bounding and dation to participate in this proceed- SANIBEL ISLAND IN LEE COUN- ment, the location of the proposed lots and lands adjoining and con- purposes of this Resolution, is tiguous or bounding and abutting described in a document entitled said improvements or which are "Anchor Drive Improvement Project, specially benefitted thereby and fur- List of Special Assessment ther designated by the assessment Parcels", a copy of which is on file plat hereinafter provided for to be with the City Manager and available subject to the levy. for public inspection, and incorporat- Section 2. The City Council of ed herein by this reference. All the City of. Sanibel hereby express- assessments shall be paid in three es its intent to provide for the hard- equal annual installments of surface (asphalt paving) and to con- $760.55 per parcel, due no later struct drainage swales on the public than November 30 of each year, portion of Anchor Drive and for the commencing November 30, 1996 payment of all or any part of the and ending November 30, 1998. If a costs of such improvements by levy- single lump sum payment of the ing and collecting special assess- entire assessment on a parcel is ments on the abutting, adjoining, made by March 31, 1996, the pay- contiguous, or other specially bene- ment for the parcel shall be fitted property under authority given $1,960.00. by chapter 170.01, et seq., Florida Statutes. Section 6. Upon adoption of this Section 3. The City Council of resolution a preliminary assessment the City of Sanibel hereby makes its roll shall be made which shall determination to hard-surface include all requirements as set out (asphalt paving) and to construct in Section 170.06, Florida Statutes. drainage swales on the public por- Section 7. The City Clerk is tion of_Anchor Drive by hard surfac- directed to publish this resolution "tngnrre curreTn-staalLrock road with one time in a newspaper of general asphalt paving and by < circulation published in the City of drainage swales in the right-of-wiy~ Sanibel, or as otherwise may be adjacent to the proposed pavement reqtrtfedjjy law. and road shoulder. An assessment Secttefre^Eftective Date. plat showing the area to be This resolutioTr-stiall take effect assessed, with plans and specifica- immediately upon adopt!? tions, and an estimate of the cost of DULY PASSED AND the proposed improvement is onfile ED by the Council of the City of' with the City Clerk as of the date of Sanibel, Lee County, Florida, this adoption of this resolution. 18th day of July, 1995. Section 4. The total estimated cost of the improvement is (7-25-95) native vegetation ome established. There is 3_ to ongoing management to prevent the invader from getting a foothold again. Part of the foundation's long-range plan is to develop a stewardship endowment to cover the yearly maintenance of reclaimed areas. To date, $190,000 has been contributed and set aside for this purpose. Just this year, an improved and larger weir has been constructed near Tarpon Bay Road, designed to control water levels in the interior wetlands. 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There was a little help from Hurricane Allison and some unusual rains. Killdeers, great PHONE egrets, snowy egrets and little blue herons have SANIBEL CAPTIVA ISLANDER P.O. BOX 56, SANIBEL FL 33957-9986 been searching the wetlands for tadpoles, drag- 2407 PERIWINKLE WAY IN ISLANDER CENTER onfly larva and othef foods. They are accompa- nied by white ibis, a young osprey and yellow- PAYMENT ENCLOSED O BILL ME • crowned night herons. The sight of these birds VISA O MASTERCARD • warms the heart of every visitor, volunteer, $20.75 Newspaper $26.42 Newspaper $1.25 FL State Tax $1.58 FL State Tax ACCOUNT NO. member and staff. $22.00 $28.00 Annual Subscription Annual Subscription EXPIRATION DATE. Welcome home, feathered friends! Lee County Florida $28.00 $42.00 SIGNATURE Annual Subscription Annual Subscription Kristie Anders is the education director at the U.S.A Foreign PLEASE ALLOW 3 WEEKS TO START DELIVERY Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation. Sanibel The secret to weed-free, chemical-free vegetables What vegetable gardener out there doesn't yearn into the soil and spread to find the moisture they BioBlock was designed to deter weeds throughout to grow tasty tomatoes, great green peppers, crunchy require. Remember that poor soil will result in a the growing season, then biodegrade. The product, cabbage or lush, leafy lettuce?. And what gardener poor harvest, so amend your soil with organic matter which looks and feels like a heavy paper material, hasn't had to square off against water-sucking, such as compost to supply nutrients. Adding a bal- comes in rolls that sell for about $5 each at most space-using, unwanted weeds in the vegetable gar- anced fertilizer will also help ensure that vegetable major home and garden centers and hardware stores. den? seeds and transplants receive adequate levels of Thanks to thousands of tiny "MicroChannels," Fortunately, the road to delicious vegetables and food. BioBlock will also help conserve moisture while fewer weeds is easier to travel than ever before. In Once the planting bed has been properly condi- permitting water and air to pass through the material this environmentally-conscious day and age, it can tioned, it's time to plant the vegetables. Should you to plant roots. If you've started from seed, pull up be a road taken without the use of potentially haz- be starting from seed, follow the instructions on the any weeds in the area by hand until the seedlings are ardous chemicals. According to the experts at Easy seed packet and be certain to place the seeds at the. developed. Then, place cut strips of BioBlock Gardener, a manufacturer of numerous weed-block- appropriate depth and distance from each other. If between the rows and cover the edges with soil. ing products, right now is the best time to hit the planting seedlings, don't forget to handle the roots vegetable road. 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That's because plant roots can dig deep Produced from 100 percent recycled fibers, Please see SECRET, page 4 Comfort tips for the home By The Associated Press Decorator-author Teri Seidman sug- gests ways to a comfortable home: • Think carefully about prioritizing space. If you will use a dining room only a few times a year, use that space for activities that take place more fre- quently. • Arrange furniture out of the path of traffic to create cozy conversational groupings. • Choose durable fabrics that can be washed or dry cleaned easily. • Choose comfortable chairs and include an ottoman or footstool for putting your feet up. Next to every easy chair used for reading, there should be a handy table and good light. • Balance lighting so that there is Between the gulf and golf light at different heights and dispersed around the room. The Spanish Cay condominium complex on Middle Gulf Drive on Sanibel is located on a freshwater canal • Pay attention to personal tastes. overlooking the Beachview golf course. It is also just 200 yards from the Gulf of Mexico. It features 40 units Some people find clutter cozy. Others and amenities include three fishing docks, a swimming poof and deeded beach access. Prices are from prefer to limit accessories. $139,000 for one-bedroom units to $179,000 for two-bedroom units. For additional information, contact Peter O'Keefe, Realtor, at Sanibel & Marco island Properties Inc. at 472-4808, or 472-6844 after 5 p.m. Please see COMFORT, page 4 2 Sanibel & Captiva REAL ESTATE Tuesday. July 25.1995 Tuesday. July 25. 1995 Sanibel & Captiva REAL ESTATE 3 Distinguishing characteristics of limited partnerships In my last column, I discussed the general parame- The Samleis. were pieviously associated with John The number of manufactured homes in the new Florida law is necessary before finalizing any such Naumann & Associates. study are higher than 7.4 million homes previously ters of the law of partnership. Here, I will attempt to agreement. Their office is located at 1019 Periwinkle Way, estimated by the American Housing Survey. give a basic understanding of a specific form of part- FROM THE Despite being only a limited partner with no right Sanibel. They can be contacted at 472-1511. However, the AHS reported missing approximately nership, with its own particular variations from the to actively participate (with certain exceptions) in the 25 percent of new manufactured homes in its 1991 general partnership, that is: the limited partnership. business of the partnership, the limited partner is per- survey due to insufficient data collection by the As its name suggests, the key characteristic of a LEGAL PAD mitted to obtain from the general partners - for a rea- Manufactured homes life limited partnership differentiating it from a general Bureau of Census. By Peter E. Kelly sonable purpose related to that person's interest in the estimated at 55.8 years For additional information, please call (904) 222- partnership, is that,of limited liability of certain part- business - information on the finances and general ners. The Florida Revised Uniform Limited In a study conducted by Dr. Carol Meeks, profes- 4011. state of the partne/ship, copies of business tax returns Partnership Act governs most limited partnerships in sor and head of the Department of Housing and and additional information deemed reasonable for Florida. Technically, a limited partnership must have Consumer Economics at the University of Georgia, it As in any partnership, there should be a written such purpose. Lee County ranks second one or more general partners and one or more limited agreement setting out the details of the business and is estimated that over nine million manufactured These are some of the distinguishing characteris- partners. The limited partners have no personal liabil- how it will be conducted. When drafting such an homes are in the current housing stock. Due to this in nation in hotel occupancy tics of the limited partnership that should be dis- ity for obligations of the partnership as long as that agreement, it is important to be aware that certain new figure, the life a new, year-round occupied manu- Lee County, with an 84.1 percent hotel occupancy cussed among both general and limited partners when person does.not participate in active control of the statutory provisions incorporated into the Florida factured home is now estimated to be 55.8 years. rate for the first quarter of 1995, had the second high- considering setting up this type of partnership. The information was reported in a press release est rate in the nation, according to a July 10 article in business of the partnership. Another important aspect Revised Uniform Limited Partnership Act control from the Florida Manufactured Housing Association Travelage Magazine. of the limited partnership is that if the limited partner regardless of what is set out in the agreement, and Peter E. Kelly, Esquire, is an island resident and Inc. in Tallahassee. Salt Lake City, with 85.4 percent, led the way with either withdraws from the partnership, dies or assigns others only control in the absence of such agreement. attorney at law. He can be contacted at his island The new count represents 84 percent of the 10.7 only five cities achieving over 80 percent occupancy. his or her interest in the partnership, the partnership Consequently, a careful legal analysis of the pertinent office on Periwinkle Way at 395-2211. million homes shipped between 1945 and 1994 in the They include: Waikiki, Hawaii; Phoenix and Tuscon, generally still remains viable and continues to func- U.S. and gives clear evidence that the estimated life Ariz.; Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; and New Orleans. tion as a legal entity. expectancy of new year-round occupied homes is 22 "We knew we had a very successful season and we The name of the limited partnership cannot include Home buyers start 'opening up' years higher than previously forecasted. are gratified to know our numbers continue to place the name of any limited partner, unless it is the same The new study takes into account year-round, sea- us in a leadership role in the travel and tourism indus- name as a' general partner, or the name had existed sonal and vacant homes as well as homes with site- try," said Elaine McLaughlin, executive director of with natural light, open rooms Jack and Leslie Samler of PMR. prior to admitting a limited partner to the organiza- built additions. Many of these groups were not the Lee County Visitor & Convention Bureau. tion. This seemingly innocuous statutory requirement The number of first-time home buyers is Jack and Leslie Samler accounted for in previous studies. Some 59 destinations were surveyed by PKF has serious ramifications, however. If it is violated, growing. And, chances are, any given member Those homes currently occupied year-round num- Consulting in San Francisco. the limited partner whose name appears becomes per- of this generation will demand specific features join Priscilla Murphy Realty ber over 8 million, while vacant homes number For additional information, contact the Visitor sonally liable to third parties who extend credit to the in a new home. Juanita H. Hermes, president and owner of 683,000, and seasonal homes represent 695,000. Convention Bureau at 338-3500. partnership, and have no knowledge that the person is For example, a survey by the National Priscilla Murphy Realty, has announced that Jack and not a general partner. It is also a requirement that the Association of Home Builders found 50 percent Leslie Samler have joined the Island Sales Division partnership name contain the word "Limited" or of potential first-time buyers desire a bay win- of PMR. "Ltd," and that a certificate be filed with the dow in the kitchen and 45 percent prefer the The Samlers are life-long residents of Florida who Tips on how to deal with a Department of State. kitchen and family room to be visually open. moved to Sanibel in 1978. Jack is a former CPA and a "That's typical of the buyers in our market," graduate of the University of Florida. He has been a said Paul Hunt of Robert Hunt Corporation real estate broker-salesman for over 16 years, and has mortgage broker or lender USA, the local distributor of Pella Windows and consistently achieved multi-million dollar producer By Bob Milligan broker is an excellent source for locating a viable Indoors or out: Doors. "People are looking for open, airy spaces status. Leslie is a graduate of Florida State University Comptroller of Florida lender, the brokerage business cannot fund a mort- offering both practicality and beauty. Savvy with a masters in social work, and has been a licensed The Finance Division of my office regularly gage loan or guarantee your acceptance by the consumers are finding even in a small home, real estate sales person since 1979. receives complaints against mortgage brokers and lender. crossover decor they can achieve this look with the right win- "Having known Leslie and Jack personally and lenders operating in Florida. However, many com- Since many consumers read the listings in local dow combinations that let in natural light and professionally for 20 years, I am extremely pleased plaints can be avoided if a consumer understands newspapers to find mortgage brokers or lenders, it make rooms appear larger. Wood windows tend that they have chosen the island sales team of PMR ... the difference between a mortgage brokerage busi- is important that you understand the primary differ- now fashionable to be the most popular choice since wood is a they are a real asset!" said PMR island sales manager ness and a mortgage lender. ence between the two. By The Associated Press natural insulator, making the home more energy Rebecca Reid. The primary function of a mortgage broker is to When you go to a mortgage lender, you are deal- The current popularity of wicker furniture, efficient." Jack has been involved with the sales at The Dunes act as a middle person between a borrower and the ing directly with the source of funds for your mort- originally designed for outdoors but increasingly When it comes to remodeling, home owners Golf and Tennis Club, St. Charles Harbour & Yacht lending source for a loan. A mortgage broker gage loan. That means the lender sets the parame- found inside the house, illustrates the penchant should look for windows that will match or Club, Jonathan Harbour and general island sales. His receives a fee for his or her services from the bor- ters for qualifying for the loan and you are limited for crossover decor. enhance the original design of the home. For accounting and tax background are helpful ingredi- rower or in some instances from the lender. These in your choices of loan products to those offered by • A wicker chair from Lexington is a case in example, where the home features stained wood ents to buyers when trying to analyze the purchase of fees are usually expressed by lenders as "points" the lender. Some licensed mortgage lenders act as point. Instead of casual cushions, it has neatly trim or wood cabinetry, choose windows and property. which are a percentage of the loan amount. One brokers and will place your loan application with a tailored skirted slipcovers and cushions; the skirt doors that can be stained to match. Make sure In addition to real estate sales, Leslie is fully point is equal to 1 percent of the loan amount. different lender. This may occur if either the prop- rides high to show off the wicker base. the window grills are crafted of wood and can versed in condominium property management, home- Under Florida law, individual mortgage brokers erty or your qualifications do not conform to their • Brown Jordan's cast aluminum Art be stained to match as well. owner associations and rental properties. must be associated with a licensed mortgage bro- guidelines. Nouveau dining set would be just as home in the "We see many people in both new home con- "The Samler team offers PMR buyers and sellers a kerage business. A mortgage broker first obtains a A mortgage broker may represent several kitchen alcove as on the patio; the chairs have struction and remodeling selecting standard tastes." definite competitive edge that is hard to match. Their loan application from a prospective borrower and lenders and therefore be able to offer you a wide claw-and-ball feet on curved legs while the cir- window products, such as casements and half-circles, For free literature on making window and door knowledge and experience base adds another dimen- then submits the application to various lenders until cular table has an artful filigree design. For its and combining them in custom patterns," Hunt decisions: call (800) 847-3552. The Robert Hunt sion of excellence to Priscilla Murphy Realty,".said the loan is accepted or rejected. While a mortgage Pleas see TIPS, page 4 Jardin collection, the company also uses alu- added. "The overall effect can be a virtual wall of Corporation USA is located in Naples. That office Hermes. minum framing under woven resin, to emulate windows totally personalized to the individual's can be contacted at (941) 263-3668. wicker. And coming in out of the rain is Brown Jordan's Florence sleigh bed, made with curved • PMR • PMR • PMR • PMR • PMR • PMR r PMR • PMR THE ISLANDER This issue of Sanibel & Captiva and curled wrought iron. • The Monet Seat from the Tidewater SOUTHWEST The best newspaper Real Estate has been produced Workshop is a stylish arched cedar bench (in When on the islands by The islander. 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The pieces come ready to assemble and • NEW CONSTRUCTION Periwinkle Way, or give us a are available in garden, pool, furniture, and spe- ESTATE •REMODELING-DESIGN cialty stores. For information call 1 (800) 96- 'Priscilla Murphy call at 472-5185; fax 472- Realty, Inc. (813)466-5100 MOTION. section, m 5302. • A traditional oldie, the Tennessee Porch PO Box Sanibel, FL 33957 STATE CERnFED OENEHM. CONTRACTOR Swing can be found in the Gardener's Supply /CG-C007963 Company catalog. It has a contoured seat and please MARSHA S. CLIFFORD weather-resistant finish on hardwood. Also MARSHA CLIFFORD included in the catalog is the Italian Garden recycle (941) 472-1511 • 1-800-233-8829 Broker Salesperson WEEKLY & MONTHLY RENTALS Multi-Million Dollar Club Bench, made of steel and coated with dark green (941) 472-2902 (eves) Call: Lisa epoxy. For information or catalog, call 1 (800) it! 472-1190 955-3370. Tuesday. July 25.1995 Sanibel & Captiva REAL ESTATE 5 4 Sanibel & Captiva REAL ESTATE Tuesday. July 25.1995 Building permits recorded at Sanibel City Hall $193,500: Michael Clement Berg and Michael Gov. Chiles, state staff kicks off '150 during the period ending Wednesday, July 19, Clement Berg Trustee and Michael Clement Berg 1995, included: PERMITS Trust to Nevin Lee Forman Jr. and Betsy L. Carrel, $17,500: Rick Hilliker, 418 Bella Vista Way, addi- portion of lot 1, 37, lot 38, block 2, unit 1, Sanibel tion by Lake Plaza Custom Homes Inc. (7-19) & DEEDS Shores. Greenways across Florida Celebration' $16,000: South Seas Properties, 949 Sandcastle $147,500: Sydney W. and Jeanne Dare Hooper to By Anne Bellew "go somewhere" following natural land chobee Ridge Greenway, Pinellas Trail 20 ecological greenways were celebrat- Road, kitchen hood by Oney Sheet Metal Inc. (7-14) John and Joanne M. Nappi, lot 6, block 6, unit 2, The Islander staff writer or water features (like rivers or ridges) and a couple in Palm Beach County. ed, including two familiar to islanders, $13,000: Michigan Homes Inc., 1300 Par View Dr., $1,000: Lee Seidler, 5001 Joewood Dr., removal Rocks. On July 5, Gov. Lawton Chiles, Lt. or run along abandoned railroad corri- The commission also presented with another category being celebrated pool and deck by Quality Crafted Pools & Spas. (7- of violations by Kenneth Schneider. (7-19) $133,000: Rita J. Evans to John K.W. Slater, por- Gov, Buddy MacKay and members of 18) dors or canals. They link natural grants ranging from $800 to $1,000 to each month through October. Six Mile $0: Sandollar Condominium Association, 1785 tion of government lot 2, section 28, township 46 S, the Florida Greenways Commission $10,150: John Connors, 543 East Gulf Dr., shut- resources, parks, cultural and historic 32 community greenway projects as Cypress Slough Preserve Greenway in Middle Gulf Dr., temporary trailer by Concrete range 22 E. kicked off the "150 Greenways Across ters/awnings by Wrono Enterprise Corporation. (7-13) Restoration & Repair. (7-17) sites with each other and also, in some part of its small grants program. Fort Myers and Corkscrew Regional $8,800: Waldrop Homes, 5612 Baltusrol, pool by Florida Celebration" by recognizing 33 cases, with cities and towns where peo- Recipients were selected whose project Ecosystem Watershed Greenway just Condominium sales recorded at the Lee County Certified Pool Mechanics. (7-14) Deeds recorded at the Lee County Courthouse official Florida Greenways. ple live and work. goals contribute to the overall green- across the Collier County line towards $8,000: Carcson, 642 East Gulf Dr., commercial during the week ending Saturday, July 8, for more Courthouse during the week ending Saturday, "Greenways can serve as additional "Greenways are very important to ways initiative and encourage the Naples are included on this recent list. remodel by Builders Square Inc. (7-19) than $80,000 included: July 8, for more than $80,000 included: parks for our residents to enjoy, and Florida for many reasons," MacKay development of greenways throughout In November, Greenways Systems and $2,200: Jay Curtright, 896 Angel Wing Dr., boat $400,000: Robert E. Kessler and Robert E. $235,000: Howard D. and Leatha M. Linders to they help link our communities," said. "Not only do they protect envi- the state. A special education grant of Partnerships will be honored. dock and lift by Bray Marine Construction. (7-14) Kessler Trustee and Lois Kessler and Lois Kessler Gerald Steven and Diana L. Day and Charles H. and Chiles said. "Successful greenways are ronmentally sensitive lands and $5,950 was also awarded to the Marion The commission will hold its final $1,900: Francis Bailey Jr., 2477 Periwinkle Way, Trustee to Tadanori Tomita, lots 7 and 8, block B, unit Marguerite H. Day and John E. and Celestine Luke, examples of strong partnerships wildlife, they also provide residents County Public School Foundation in meeting in November when the newly awnings by Coastal Canvas Company Inc. (7-14) 1, Del Sega. unit 411, phase II, Loggerhead Cay. between local governments, businesses and visitors with access to a variety of support of an environmental curriculum created Florida Greenways Coordina- and residents." outdoor recreational opportunities." the foundation is developing. The fund- ting Council will take over responsibil- Secret continued from page 1 The announcement was made at the The greenways or trails can be used ing for these grants was made possible ity for promoting greenways initiatives Phipps-Overstreet-Maclay Greenway, for all kinds of outdoor activities through contributions from the throughout the state. The council will shovelled back into the soil at the end of part of which was purchased from including hiking, jogging, bicycling, American Express Foundation and the consist of 26 members appointed by the the growing season. It will then naturally landowner Colin Phipps in 1993 with horseback riding, canoeing and kayak- John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur governor and the two legislative hous- disintegrate. Preservation 2000 funds. ing - or simply taking time to "smell Foundation. es. Council members must be appoint- Regardless of whether you are utilizing The goal of the celebration program the roses." The greenways recognized on July 5 ed by Oct. 1 and will serve four-year transplants or seeds, proper watering prac- is to recognize 150 greenways in The commission will recognize were recreational greenways. On July terms. tices are vital for a healthy, hearty harvest. Creating a Florida in honor of the state's sesqui- other select greenways from now Moisture enables nutrients in the soil to centennial in November, as well as to through November including ecologi- dissolve and be absorbed by plant roots. It chem-free salad create public awareness and support for cal greenways; urban, community- also stimulates seed germination by soften- the greenways initiative. The mission based, historic and working-landscape ing the seed coat and causing the seed Delicious lettuce, tomatoes and other of the Florida Greenways Commission, greenways; coastal greenways; riverine vegetables don't need chemical fertiliz- which is chaired by the lieutenant gov- embryo to expand. Regular and thorough greenways; and greenway systems and ers or pesticides to thrive. Placing a ernor, is to plan and support a state- watering will noticeably enlarge the size partnerships. biodegradable weed barrier, such as wide system of greenways. and yield of your harvest. Newly planted BioBlock from Easy Gardener, in the The closest to Sanibel of first 33 pro- seeds and transplants can benefit from the vegetable bed will deter weed growth, A greenway is a corridor of protect- jects chosen are Big Cypress National 2665 WEST GULF DRIVE Now under construction on exclusive West Gulf Drive, two unique and not to protection of a blanket that will physically help conserve moisture and will result ed open space managed for conserva- Preserve Florida National Scenic Trail, tion and/or recreation. Greenways all be duplicated properties. Bougainvillea Condominium #1 is the entire first floor of this new three resi- keep away pests and frost. A clear, light- in a bountiful harvest. Lake Okeechobee Greenway, Okee- dence building. The spacious 3800 sq. ft. of living area offers 3 bedrooms, library, sitting room (could be 4th bedroom) and 3 1/2 baths. All of this comes complete with two car garage, secured building and ele- weight fabric, such as Fast Start, can be vator and Gulf Front. Nothing else compares to this and is offered at a pre-construction price of lain over the garden bed and, when secured $1,300,000. Bougainvillea #4 is a single family 2600 sq. ft. home, which boasts 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, loft, screened porch, upstairs master suite with private loft and open deck. Also UNIQUE to this home is a with pegs or stones, will block out insects •WIDOW S WATCH' allowing a FANTASTIC VIEW OF THE GULF Offered at $675,000. and frost while producing a "Greenhouse Have-it-your-way Effect" that will benefit plants. Be certain, however, There are relatively few experiences in life as Getting from seed to seedling to delicious home- to remove Fast Start if outside temperatures hit 85 enjoyable as planting and tending to your own veg- grown salad is easier than you probably imagined, degrees, so as to avoid overheating the plants. etable garden, then making a meal of the results. and well worth the effort. philosophy invades Tips continued from page 2 PARK-LIKE SETTING will be yours with FABULOUS NEAR BEACH LOCATION this world of decorating this GULF RIDGE home. Enjoy this 3 bed- lovely well maintained 4 bedroom home locat- variety of loan programs. Of course, it is. For example, consider a hypotheti- identify the type of business placing the agreement is required when you are room, 2 bath home, which comes complete ed on .5 acre is within very close walking dis- you pay for this service via the mort- cal company named "ABC Funding information, it is up to you to investi- dealing with a mortgage broker. gym, entertain with home-cooked with fireplace, vaulted ceilings, atrium, and tance to the Gulf. Features include 3 baths, (AP) — The have-it-your-way phi- beach access. Shared swimming pool and office, screened and open decks, a "free gage broker's fee. Inc." Is this a mortgage lender or mort- gate further. I suggest you start by call- Since the mortgage brokerage agree- losophy has invaded the world of meals instead of going out to a tennis court. Owner will take a smaller house" and heated swimming pool. Available Consumers should also remember gage brokerage business? Without fur- ing one of my regional offices. A mem- ment is a legally binding contract, you home decorating, with a new empha- restaurant." rental condo in trade. Offered at $359,000. for $349,000. Call Marsha at 472-1511. that the company names of mortgage ther inquiry, it is impossible to tell. ber of my Division of Finance staff can should read it carefully and understand sis on comfort. Many people have to fit more lenders and brokerage companies may And, since most interest rate and tell you what type of license the busi- all of it before signing. Make sure you People are taking more control of items into a home than in the past: not clearly identify the type of business terms charts listed in newspapers don't ness holds, and whether there has been understand each fee listed. You should their lives, working at home and VCR's, big screen TVs, exercise any disciplinary action taken against also read and understand all charges dressing more comfortably now, says equipment, and home office equip- the license. listed on the good faith estimate. You decorator and author Teri Seidman. ment — computers, fax machines, Also, under Florida law, whenever have the right to question any fees you The call for comfortable rooms is and file drawers. These new items SANIBEL & MARCO you deal with a mortgage lender or a part of this thinking, says Seidman, mean that rooms are furnished differ- 223 Palm Lake Drive Absolutely immaculate Lakefront WEDGEWOOD # 202 Owner will lake a do not understand or feel are excessive. three bedroom or two bedroom + family room, three full $300,OQO-$400,000 condo in trade toward purchase of ISLAND PROPERTIES, INC. mortgage brokerage business, they are Finally, if you feel you have a legiti- co-author of "Decorating for ently to accommodate the new activ- baths, fabulous landscaping and exquisite lake views. this spectacular gulf-fronl condo. Ultimate luxury! Huge NEW FAMILY? Family neighborhood required to provide you with a written mate concern against a mortgage bro- Comfort" (Villard Books, $24 hard- ities. Seidman finds that old decorat- One lot off West Gulf Drive, with deeded beach access master suite & 2 large bedrooms. 3.5 baths & family agreement setting forth the estimated cover). ing rules such as keeping the televi- right across the street. Completely refurbished with new room. Fabulous Kitchen. Swimming pool & tennis convenient to school and wildlife refuge. kerage business or mortgage lender, or carpet and tile, new white kitchen with Corian, new white court. Breathtaking views from one of Sanibel's newest cost of the services to be provided. One if you have questions, you may call the What exactly is comfort in home sion set out of the living room and baths with cultured marble and tile. Tile roof, two zone and plushest residences. $995,000 unfurnished. 2BR/2BA, 32' screened porch with hot A/C, Brick screened porch plus patio, this is a beautiful such document is called a "good faith decorating and how do you get it? having a separate room for dining tub and room for a pool, 4-car garage and Comptroller's toll-free hotline at (800) and comfortable home well priced at $299,000, estimate." A mortgage brokerage 848-3792. "Physical ease — easy chairs, don't necessarily fit into a comfort- workshop - only $197,500. Call Jacque conveniently placed tables; good able home. Some typical changes Dammann, evening at 395-1020 lighting, and enough storage space including putting a large-screen TV in the living room, claiming a sepa- GULF to BAY. Beautiful, Captiva GULF FRONT home nestled in an idyllic setting of palms and THE ISLAHDEft CQ8TSfQrt from page 1 help to define comfort," Seidman pines between the Gulf of Mexico and Pine Island Sound. Features include fireplace, sunken living says. "Having furnishings that are in rate dining room for a different use room, rose garden, brick courtyard, tiled kitchen and breakfast nook, 90 ft. dock with lift, has been serving keeping with personal esthetic pref- such as a home office or an exercise breathtaking views and much, much more. For appointment, please call Peter O'Keefe, • Arrange cabinets and closets area. REALTOR, 472-4808 or 472-6844. without piling items on top of one erences is also part of comfort." SOUTH SEAS PLANTATION - Tennis Villa top 563 SEA OATS DRIVE-Three bedrooms plus a the Sanibel It is difficult to relax if there are Design for special needs initiated floor corner, 2 BR, 2 bath townhouse. All South loft. Soaring cathedral ceiling, gourmet kitchen EAST ROCKS - 3 BR/3BA, large great room, ceramic tile entry, kitchen and baths. Screened another; discard what is not needed Seas Plantation amenities. Beautifully fur- and fabulous master suite. Beautiful neighbor- porch overlooking 50* Jap pool and lake. $299,000. Betty Thomas, Broker/Salesman, 472-8178. and Captiva or by add more storage space. unpleasant odors and noise. Such a number of the ideas about comfort nished and offered at $289,900. hood located near the beach with deeded • In smaller homes, emphasize problems often cannot be fixed with that are now moving into the main- access. MUST SELL-MAKE OFFER $459,500. CUSTOM, NEAR BEACH POOL HOME. Large, all white gourmet kitchen with Corian communities decorating choices, she admits. stream. These include counters at GOPHER WALK SANIBEL HARBOUR counter tops and bleached oak flooring. Volume ceilings, sunny southern exposure on kidney- double-duty furniture, such as sleep SUBDIVISION Waterfront 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo- shaped pool. Five minute walk to beach access #1. John Gee, REALTOR 395-1230 sofas, slightly higher coffee tables Home fragrance and white noise different heights, handles instead of Prestigious West Gulf Drive. Two 1/2- minium #435 at Sanibel Harbour for 34 years machines or sound-muffling window knobs on doors, clocks with larger acre homesites, nearby beach access, Resort, guaranteed leaseback and VIP TERRIFIC LOCATION/500 FEET TO BEACH- 3BR/3BA plus formal living room with on which an informal meal can be beautiful community swimming membership to Spa and Tennis Club. vaulted ceiling and fireplace. Family room & dining room surround kitchen & open into a large, ... and counting. served, trunks and cabinets that treatments are, however, ways of numerals, low-glare lighting. pool.Priced at $235,000 and $255,000. $217,000, furnished. screen porch. 5359,000. Call Betty Thomas, Broker/Salesman, 472-8178. serve as side tables. dealing with the problem, short of While the living room and dining structural solutions. 15 years with PMR - 20 years island Resident SHELL HARBOR- large, approx, 2,640 sq. ft. a/c, 4BR/2.5 BA Michigan Bristol canal-font room are the two rooms that have For Professional Service whether Buying or Selling home. Family & garden room, caged pool w/southern exposure. Polly Patch, REALTOR assoc. Seidman traces the rise of comfort changed most in response to the wish 472-0280. in decorating to home electronics, for a comfortable home, other rooms /Prlscilla Murphy CONDOMINIUMS which has meant more people spend- also need rethinking. Realty, Inc. MEW GULF FRQNT IJSUffiJfi GOLF OR GULF "RARE OPPORTUNITY" 2BR/2BA, top floor Spanish Cay condominium ing leisure time at home or even "Now that many people have a unit Overlooking Beach view Golf Course and waterway. Beautifully furnished, never rented. This beautiful contemporary home has 3 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths PO Box Sanibel, FL 33957 $179,000. Peter O'Keeffe, REALTOR, 472-6844. PLUS a 2O'x2O' private study with full bath. Volume ceilings, working there. dishwasher, having a big picture "Before VCRs and big screen window behind the kitchen sink is no SPANISH CAY-Beautifullv furnished, ground floor, 1BR unit. Fishing docks, deeded beach 1MCBEQIELE K1TCHFN, wood and tile floors, ~ ' access, pool. 5139,000. Peter O'Keeffe, REALTOR, 472-6844. large wrap around deck, master bedroom with TVs, we went out to the movies. longer important to them," Seidman MARSHA S. CLIFFORD large his/her baths and open deck. EABULQUS Now the movies come to us," she says. "Instead, they want a nice view COMMERCIAL TREE TOPS CENTER condominium, approx. 700 sq. ft., possible lease back. (813) 472-1511 • 1-800-233-8829 MARSHA CLIFFORD SULF VEM.Call Chuck Andrews. $94,900. John Gee, REALTOR, 395-1230 says. "We use exercise equipment at from the home office where they Broker Salesperson home when formerly we went to the (813) 472-2902 (eves) Multi-Million Dollar Club 1101 Periwinkle Way, Suite 106, Sanibel, FL33957 47M5X1 spend a lot more time." Tree Tops Center FAX 941-472-3573 Phone 941-472-4808 of the Islands 6 Sanibel & Captiva REAL ESTATE Tuesday. Julv25,1995 PCs can help you 'try on' furniture fabrics Real Estate You've chosen the Lawson over the Chester- facturers' catalogs from Intellitek for about $450 a "It doesn't totally take the place of the real fab- Tuesday field, but the fabric is still up in the air. Should it month. Additional catalogs are available for about ric," Samet says. "But it was captivating to watch July 25,1995 be green plaid, solid red or green-and-red floral $50 each. as a fabric design was draped over a sofa or mate- Classifieds print? And would the sofa look better with a tai- "Video cataloging enhances the shopping expe- rialized before your eyes on the wall of a room set- Completely renovated 3/2 split Commercial properly. Cape Coral furnished, sleeping HOMES FOR RENT] lored skirt or with the legs exposed? rience with furniture, draperies and rugs," says ting." TOR SALE BY Cape - Country Club area. New room efficiency room size 15X 14. OWNER kitchen w/appliances, water & sewer Centrally located on Contains refrigerator, toaster oven, Such quandaries are enough to turn some poten- Jerry Schneider, president of Intellitek. "These are Video fabric draping has been limited mostly to paid. Fenced yard, sprinklers, Periwinkle Way. dinette, double bed, dresser, chair, You can only get there by boat tial furniture buyers into procrastinators. To help all areas in which customers have to visualize catalogs. But the weekly syndicated TV show, landscaping, finished porches, Gov't Foreclosed Homes tor Ideal for offices or porch. Utilities included. No pets. or plane. Vary private, vary Dream house off Cornwallis, in 2,145 sq.ft., must seel Priced to sell commercial service business. $295. month. 542-7907 special. North Captiva Island. $98,500. 772-4282 Pennies on $1.00. Delinquent these skittish customers make up their minds, something that hasn't been built yet and where fig- "Haven," sponsored by the Home Furnishings perfect condition. 3 bedroom, 2 tax, Repo's, REO's. Your area. Vacant and available for 7)26)95 —SSSS —21103514-1 Superb fishing, shelling and bath 2 car garage, tile roof (Mex. 7)28)95 —SSSS—21096350-1 Toll Free (1) 800-898-9778 Council, an industry trade group, is doing electron- Style) Beautiful landscaping, on occupancy. Towers near Edison Mall, 2 BR/2 legendary sunsets! Like retailers are turning to computerized video cata- uring out the price is complicated because there Free pool - with the purchase of this Ext. H-4774 for Current Call Ann, 8:30-5:00, 395-0888. BA, pool, sauna, clubhouse, clean - Sanibel before the causeway. 200 ft canal, 2-1/2 min. to river, with 1,850 sq. ft. 3/2 with office or 4th ic makeovers using the Intellitek system. Listings. After 5:00 466-0330. newly painted. Central location. No Be our guest In our logs. Thus, a customer may sit in front of a PC and are a number of variables." large boat lift and jet ski lift and bedroom home - It's a bargain. 8)11)95 — SSSS— 2110014B-6 7)27)9S —SSSS— 21091140-3 smoking. No pets. Children watch as a variety of furniture styles "try on" sev- Norwalk Furniture Corp., a Norwalk, Ohio, "We have done about four of these electronic many, many, many exras. Price Large screen pool, it's a steal. Call welcome. $45O/mo. 482-3590 scrumptiously elegant beach $249,000. Tel: 549-6999, ask for Sherlock Homes Realty & Cape Coral. Attention - Earth 7)26)95 —SSSS—21103516-1 front Villa 3.5 BR/3 BA eral fabrics electronically. Color printouts can company that makes upholstered furniture, has had makeovers so far," Schneider says. "A room set- Rail Development 542-1611. Eves. 574- Haulers or any business. Six beachfront home with tennis, -SSSS—210981 2B-9 7012 Ann Maiorella commercial acres, corner on Pine 2 BR/2 BA in San Carlos Park. ting taken from our database that includes the cata- Water, cable, garbage included, pool and a golf cart to explore make visualizing even easier. a computerized video catalog for nearly five years. 7)28)95 —SSSS—21098507-1 | CONDOS FOR SALEj Island Rd. for lease, all or in part. the Island. Off season rates By owner - Cape Coral 3 BR/2 BA, 2 Short or long term. Ideal for storage. washer/dryer hook-up. $485/mo, These video catalogs have been available for It is in 108 company-owned and independent fur- logs of 31 manufacturers is flashed on the screen. car garage, 16' x 32' kidney shaped plus security. Children & small pets until Thanksgiving $1,800/wk., pool, 34' x 51' Mansard screen $503.41 per mo. Principal & interest 10% Return on Sale Price 203-281-5050 or 542-1919. Then, the color and pattern are changed in several with 3% Builder's participation 7)27)85 —SSSS—2109BB52-1 welcome. 267-3528 then S2,500/wk. till Easter. about five years on a limited basis but are becom- niture stores nationwide. enclosure, range, microwave, Will guarantee income for 3 years. 7/27/95 —SSSS—21103576-1 Call Elizabeth Faiella at different ways right on the screen. refrigerator, dishwasher, washer, based on 8.125% fixed rate, 30 yr. Office condo - Sanibel Agent Professional office space, 650 sq. ft. ing more widespread. dryer, fruit trees. Relocating - mortgage APR 9.331%. Some Owner, 395-1230. or 950 sq. ft. available on Del Prado. Two bedroom, two bath duplex. 407-647-6111. Jim Gerken, vice president of marketing ser- qualifications apply. Call 542-1611. $450. per month. Also two bedroom, 7)25/95 —SSSS— 2084055-3 "Next season, we plan to do the makeovers by Anxious $88,000. Call 549-5510 7)27)85 — SSSS— 21100889-3 Executive offices also. Contact Jim, "Almost all the major manufacturers are aligned vices, says Norwalk's database includes more than appointments. Sherlock Homes Realty and 540-0033 days, 772-2257 nights. two bath, waterfront $600. Two Development, Inc. Central Ft. Myers. 2/Bedroom, bedroom, one bath $400. Others remote control. We'll be in the studio in New 7(28)95 -SSSS— 21101606-1 7)25)95 —SSSS—21103416-1 with a system, and the number of stores with video 500 frames and 2,000 upholstery fabrics. Multiple 7)2B)05 —SSSS— 21104026-1 2/Bath. 2nd floor. 1,008 sq. ft. plus 6' available. Staffile Haywood STOP RENTING York, and the video makeovers can be taking place Cape Coral - Beautiful 1 year old X 15' screened balcony, 5' x 6' Cape Coral 2706 S.E. Santa Investment Division. Dave 458- PURCHASE YOUR DREAM catalogs is probably 10 times what it was last images can be displayed for comparison, and a custom built 3 BR/2 BA, 1,700 sq. ft., storage. Central air. New carpet. Barbara Place, 1650 sq. ft. air 0008 HOME WITH AS LITTLE AS IT conditioned, overhead door in rear. in a store in Arizona or anywhere else." pool, solar, good cents package, LEE COUNTY HOMES} Pool/sauna. Club-house. Laundry. 7)27)95 —SSSS—21103648-1 TAKES TO RENT AN year," says John Case, vice president of marketing "zoom" feature offers a close-up look at details. If security system, all appliances + No pets. $33,000. 334-0477 - till $675. per month. Building 8 years Noon. old. Ample parking. 542-0264 Clean 2 bedroom, 1 bath, eat-in APARTMENT. for La-Z-Boy Furniture Co. in Monroe, Mich. many extras. Priced below kitchen with breakfast bar, coin a fabric is unsuitable for a specific use, the com- appraisal, Southwest area, 7)25)85 —SSSS—21103470-1 7/28/95 —SSSS—21104036-1 WE HAVE SPECIAL laundry on property. Close to Lee FINANCING PROGRAMS THAT "Retailers who have the system feel ii shortens the puter will say so. In addition, a menu lists comple- $119,900. 549-9022 or 542-4588 Spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo. Hospital and shopping, under new 8)3)85 —SSSS —21101858-1 View of water and woods, tennis, ownership. Call 277-1101 days or ALLOW YOU TO PURCHASE decision-making process." mentary fabrics for accent pillows and trims. Rutenberg 4 BD, 2 bath, pool home swimming, walking and jogging | RENTAL SHARING j 772-2105, evenings. HOMES WITH LITTLE OR NO To advertise in on Cape Coral Country Club. 2,000 EQUAL HOUSING path: Assurnable mortgage 8)3195 —SSSS — 21103663-1 MONEY DOWN. Floor space limits retailers to only a sampling of The Norwalk Computerized Catalog System is OPPORTUNITY sq. ft. including 2 car garage, $58,900. Call 433-1918 Cape Coral senior female, non- Cape: Clean 1 bedroom apartment, CALL TODA Y FOR MORE what's available from a manufacturer, but video produced by ModaCAD, a computer-aided design sprinklers & all city utilities. Many EQUAL HOUSING 7)27)85 —SSSS— 21103581-1 smoker, will share 2 bedroom, 2 walk-in closet, lots of storage, near INFORMATION extras. $127,500. 540-0343. River Towers Adult Condo. 2/2, bath with pool. Rent neg. Ph: 549- Del Prado. No pets. 574-1602. 813-542-8004 7)28)95 —SSSS—21103001-1 OPPORTUNITY catalogs allow them to show it all. La-Z-Boy esti- system developed in Los Angeles. ModaCAD also large pool, borders Park & River, 9759. 7)28)95 —SSSS — 21103784-1 7)28)95 —SSSS— 21096359-9 7/28)95 —SSSS— 21090560-1 North Ft. Myers: Dream home for All real estate advertised in docks, cable. Owner 813-656-0025. One bedroom, one bath duplex, mates that about one in five of its dealers will have designs and markets systems for use in the textile, Cape Coral. Beautiful view, SANIBEL BAYFRONT HOME THE boaters. Reduced to sell. 2 Bath, 2 this newspaper is subject to Clean Cape - Two Bedroom, Two near Channel Mark Restaurant. Just FOR RENT. Extraordinary five- screened porch. a video catalog by the end of this year. By typing apparel, industrial design and entertainment indus- bedroom with boat dock, spa, new the Federal Fair Housing Act of Bath home in nice area to share with painted. Annual rental $400/mo. star quality home. tile roof, carpet, etc. $88,950. Call 7)30)95 —SSSS—21103678-1 1968 which makes it Illegal to responsible professional person. Call 395-9496 Bougainvillea covered patios in a code number, the customer can see any of Charlotte, 731-0177. $350. per month plus 1/2 utilities, tries. advertise any preference, Landings - SFfvt • Yacht, golf, 7)28)95 —SSSS — 21104089-3 overlooking the bay. Boat dock »)4)95 —SSSS —21103902-1 tennis, Targe 2 BR, 2 BA, end unit. non-smoker, cleanliness a must. extends 165 ft. into the bay for some 1,400 fabric options to try on various frame ModaCAD recently put the fabric collection of limitation or discrimination Great pool/lake view, great Leave message 941-458-2849 Annual Ft. Myers Beach 1 bedroom, Owner will finance "new"3 BD/2 BA 1 bath, unfurnished, short walk to fantastic fishing. Radio - ISLANDER based on race, color, religion, investment to live/ seasonally rent 7)28195 -SSSS— 21103076-1 styles. Boussac of France on video for a presentation to block home with 2 car garage and beach. $450/rno., first & last. 337- controlled boat lift. Clean, , large lanai and many other extras I sex, handicap, familial status ($3,000. mo.). Close to Cape Coral waterfront, female to fresh, modern, decorator beaches/islands. $80,000. Call 433- 1955. The La-Z-Boy video catalog, one of 35 devel- interior designers at Boussac's New York show- " Great rental investment, $6,000 Dn, or national origin, or an share condo. Own room & bath. 1/2 8/5)95 —SSSS—21104150-1 furnished. Rent this 3 BR/3 BA $650 mo. Call 772-5008. Intention to make such 2372 rent, 1/2 utilities. 945-4829. million dollar home for less oped by Intellitek of Omaha, Neb., operates on a room. 7)38)85 —SSSS—21104033-1 preference, limitation or 7)28)95 —SSSS—21103681-1 7/28(95 -SSSS—21103769-1 than the cost of owning. $6,000 please call Waterfront - 2 acres Gulfview discrimination. This publication South Ft. Myers - Old Hickory - 2 monthly, or $4,000/mo. satellite-based communications network that regu- Although known for their ability to visualize Spacious 2 BR house on Fort Myers WANTED TO RENT \ annually. 813-472-2180 Custom 4/3 includes full apartment will not knowingly accept any BR, 2 BA, den, garage & former Beach. Canal front. Female larly updates fabric and frame information. The how a fabric and frame will look together, the under house, beautiful pool, advertising for real estate model. Ground floor, end unit with preferred to share, all amenities. Wanted to rent - October, 7)27)85 —SSSS—21097471-3 covered parking, dock, pier, pond, lake view, golf course & equity which is in violation of the law. $350/mo. & 1/2 utilities. Call Mario November 1995. F.M.B. area. 2 computer also figures out how much fabric is designers appreciated the computer aid, according 2,000 sq.', decks, fenced, shed- membership included. Asking 765-7255 bedroom, 2 bath on Gulf or canal. Our readers are hereby BOCA GRANDE RENTAL HARBOR required, the approximate delivery date and the 472-5185 shop. Gorgeous landscaping, $146,500. Call 768-5856. 7/30/9 5 —SSSS—21104098-5 (2) mature adults. Reasonable. 315- Drive Waterways. Unfurnished, 3 to Eileen Samet, communications director of underpriced $269,000. 941-283- informed that all dwellings 7)28)95 —SiSS—21103B84-1 232-3361 leave message. BR/2 BA, canal home/dock, total price. Retailers generally opt for three manu- Boussac. 1101, Pine Island. advertised in this newspaper ROOMS-FOR RENT"! 7/28)95 —SSSS— 21103160-4 fireplace in great room. Located on _7)2B)85 —SSSS—21104040-4 are available on an equal Boca Grande. Walking distance lo Cape Coral Courtyards North - 2 opportunity basis. MANUFACTURED Completely furnished w/cabte TV. village. $i,500/mo. Available 6-1- A/C, water/sewer included. Bath BD/2 BA Villa. Clubhouse & heated 3)22)2012 —S5SS— 2072220-1 HOMES 1 CONDOS FOR RENT \ 95. Call Bill 813-964-0302 pool on premises. New: Carpeting and kitchen facilities also. Corner of rilBISi —SSSS—21097673-7 throughout, A/C compressor & hot GOVT. FORECLOSED homes for Manufactured Home Summerlin Rd. & San Carlos Blvd. 1 POINTE SANTO: 2 BR/2 BA condo, SCREENED POOL, DOCK, S water heater. Excellent condition. pennies on $1. Delinquent tax, Community. Central Florida. 2 mile from Beaches. 472-8878 completely furnished, gulf view. FIREPLACE. 3 BD/2 BA HOME Call evenings after 6:00 p.m. 941- repo's, REO's. Your area. Toll free Bedroom, 2 Bath Includes lot 7)27)95 -S»S—21103619-5 Weekly rentals available. Seasonal WITH ACCESS TO BAY OR GULF. Real Estate ll 772-9337. (1) 800-898-9778, Ext, H-4363 for (No Rent)! Security, golf - pool, rates. Contact owner, 812/342- LARGE QUIET YARD FRONTING .7)28)95 —SSSS—21104050-1 current listings. fishing. Financing available 8181. CANAL. WITHIN WALKING 7)26)95 — SSSS—21101168-1 from $355. mo. 1-800-654- APARTMENTS & 7)25)95 —SSSS— 174992-3 DISTANCE TO ONE OF SANIBEL'S Government owned homesl Many 5177 DUPLEXES FOR RENT LOGGERHEAD CAY 2 BD/2 BA, FINEST BE ACHESAND LOCATED CAPE CORAL with low down payments, owner 7)28)95 —SSSS—21104041-4 Gulf view. $550/wk off season (May ON SANIBEL. VERY NEAR TO HOMES occupant incentives totalling Abide- at furnished efficiency on 1st - Dec. 21st). Seasonal rents CAPTIVA. 2 CAR GARAGE. $1,400 472-51SS 472-5135 thousands of dollarsl Call 458- MOBILE HOMES FOR water, pool, dock, quiet, clean. (Dec. 2st • April 30th) also available. UNFURNISHED. LEAVE MESSAGE Classifieds HUDS (458-4837) for free recorded $120. a week. Also large 1 bedroom Rates vary. 908-223-6748 AT (813) 472-0805. list updated every Friday. Hare Real SALE apartment @$175. a week. 542- 7)25)95 —SSSS— 2009677-3 7/25/95 —SSSS — 21101449-3 Reduced price by Estate Co. 3464. SOUTH SEAS PLANTATION Large 3 Bdr/2Ba split, new paint South West Cape, nice Cape, deep water sailboat access 8)4)95 — SSSS —21101B64-8 "Cozy" modern 1 BD/1 BA mobile 8)25)95 —SSSS— 21083381-1 inside S out, new dishwasher, CHANGE OF PACE WESTERN $5,000 if contracted Lands End Village, 3 BR/3 BA. INTERVAL FOR RENT} ****** NORTH CAROLINA MTS. neighborhood of new homes, canal, very close to river & gulf. 4 home. Windmill Village, FM, aduSt carpet & refrigerator. Cape Coral, Beautiful Vacation Home SOUTH SEAS PLANTATION across street from canal. Asking BR, 2-1/2 BA, new 10K elec. boat by Aug. 1st community. Was $10,000, first ANNUAL LEASES Fantastic view of Gulf and $650. includes trash collection & Seawatch On The Beach interval 3 bedrooms, 2 baths $7,500 or best offer. 540-1180. lift, mature trees, $119,500. For sale | PINE ISLAND HOMES} $5,000 takes. Completley furnished, Redfish Pass, weekly or yard work. 936-3396, 1 year lease week 34 (Aug. 26 - Sept. 2, '95). Gulf Cottage FREE BROCHURES: (on Sanibel) Your own private tennis court Homes - Cabins 7)27)95 —SSSS—21103598-1 by owner. 945-0808 or 945-2836 central A/.C, carport, 2 utility sheds Efficiency, $495fmo. monthly rates. Save direct. minimum. Available Aug. 1st. Comfortably sleeps six, 2 BR/2 BA. A*- Rating - Directly on the 2 miles south P.I. Center, 3/2 split & swimming pool, 100 yards to Lots - Acreage Unit 66, Block 3191 Lots 25 & 26 - 8)4)95 —SSSS — 21103691-1 8 more. Serious buyers only. Call 1 bedroom, $595/mo. Owner, Days 800-227-3633 7)26)95 —SSSS—21102051-1 Deluxe equipment, amenities and Beach. plan. Stilt on 1/2 acre. 3 yrs. old, Ray 995-0117 management plus outstanding view Gulf of Mexico. Call for times Lakefront Views 2716 S.W. 11th PI. Near Skyline, Gulf access, 3/2/2, over 1400 under and ask for Glna. 3 BR/3 BA plus Loft. fenced backyard, Nice 8)2)95 -SSSS-21 097798-1 2 bedroom, Canal front condo, of wide, safe Ft. Myers, FL. Gulf available. area of nice homes $4,900. terms air, 109' seawall, automatic Eves: (201) 627-1267 Great Rates for IN BUSINESS OVER 20 YEARS 458-8551 neighborhood, great for kids & $995/mo. • ••••• beach. $5,500 value - RCI red week. 216/333-8031 sprinklers, new carpeting, custom animals. Great price, reduced For Sale: 1982 Camden Mobile Beautiful settings • Only 1 SOUTH FORT MYERS For sate or rent. Best offer to owner. 216/338-S281 August thru October .7)27)85 —SSSS—21103627-1 drapes, Hurricane shutters home. Very well kept, 2 Bd/1 BA. RAPER REALTY, INC. $85,900. 283-3465 Month Security Deposit. (PRINCIPIA) Phone 941-481-4210. 7)26)95 -SSSS — 2094544-3 Weekly or Monthly Wooded, Sarasota County, appliances, 16 X 44 lanai, city 7)28)95 -SSSS—21104039-4 Located in River Trails MH Park. 7J2B)95 —SSS S —211032 5 S -1 1 BR Beach Villa P.O. BOX 619 Homesite, in North Port, $1,900. water-sewer, heated spa, extras Asking $8,000. Leave message at 466-9277 South Seas Beach Villa Three Bedrooms, Two Baths, MURPHY, NC 28906 Map faxed or mailsd. 1-800-329- For sale by owner - Cherry Est. A THREE BEDROOM AND 2 Also $92,500,458-2617 995-5501. 7/27/95 —SSSS— 21085491-3 For Rent Conveniently Located, 3780 Waterfront. St. James City, 2/2, 7)28)95 —SSSS—21103208-1 Key West 2 BR/2 BA 7)27)95 —SSSS—21103676-1 Fort Myers Beach. Year-round 2 BD/2 BA with "sleeping" loft, Close to Shopping. BEDROOM, GULF FRONT 1-800-43B-8159 7)28)95 — SSSS—211 04118-6 C/HA. Corner lot. Dock & davits. VACATION Oceanfront rental. 1 or 2 BR furnished accommodates 6. Located on WITH PRIVATE POOL AND B)19)B5 — SSSS — 2035489-7 |INTERVAL FOR SALE) BY OWNER Must see. $77,500. 941-283-8624 Walk to Schools: Now accepting WATERFRONT 7)2B)95 —SSSS—21104044-4 1 LEASE/OPTION j apartment. Utilities furnished. Gulf of Mexico, spectacular Fenced Yard, Pets OK. PROPERTY SPA. AVAILABLE FOR References & deposit required. No Christmas & New Year's 4 - 5 BR & 3 Bath view. Reasonable rates New W/D, Lawn Maintenance VACATION RENTAL SPECIAL BLUE RIDGE, GA., NEW CABINS, PROPERTY Call me to purchase or sell vacation Waterfront, 1,600 sq.ft., 3 BD/2 BA, pets. Available now. 765-4413 POINTE SANTO DE SUMMER RATES. OPTION TO Reservations starting at $44,900, also lake-river- time share weeks on Sanibel and 902 SE 30th St. C.C. SANIBEL/CAPITVA 425 sq. ft. lanai, 2/car, sprinkler 7/27/95 —SSSS—210B6B9Q.5 through owner. and Garbage Included. USE ALL SOUTH SEAS When only the best will do! creek and mountain view. Coldwell Captiva Florida. HERB SIMON, system, quiet neighborhood off Contact Mrs. M. Wreiole $700/Month SANIBEL Banker High Country Realty. Call for BROKER/REALTOR. Office 772- Cypress Lake S McGregor area, PLANTATION'S RESORT Dual Area Code for ****** HOMES Coronado. Beautifully landscaped, 6617 Warwick Circle, 2BR, 1 BA. (908) 747-5930. Plus Utilities Luxurious Gulf front penthouse Free Brochure. 1-800-307-0777. 1010, 1-800-831-4453. Residence URGE FAMILY HOME WITH FACILITIES. Sanibel/Captiva near everything, $119,900 or Triplex, Very clean, $425/mo., $425 Now accepting reservations. 482-7702 OR 432-9344 condo. 2 BR, 2 BA, screened 7/29/95 — 5SS5 —211D4114-6 574-5697, 1-800-933-1458. A NICE LA YOUT. Handyman's Special - Three $875/mo. yearly- lease w/option. CALL OWNER AFTER 3:00 (941) 813-472-0555 security. Garage, large back yard. 7)25/95 —SSS5— 2085678-3 7/28)95 —SSSS— 21108852-1 lanai, with spiral staircase to • V" \ Professional Realty Consultants of 1,900 SQ. FT. UNDER AIR. bedroom - two bath near beach Extra amenities. Call for P.M. EST, 219-272-0889 OR (941) 813-472-0225 Pest control, lawn care, trash pick King's Crown - Gulf condo, 2 BR/2 private rooftop sundack. NEW TWO BEDROOM, two bath Lee County Inc. IN-LAW POSSIBILITIES. cottage. Fabulous lot on quiet East appointment 540-2340. up . Washer/dryer hook up, mini S.E. Cape Coral: Boater's paradise, 219-271-0115. Leave message. 7)25)95 — SSSS- 2081B61-9 BA, screened lanai, heated pool, 10 min. to river; davits & lift + solar Gorgeous sunrises and mountain retreat home, fantastic 15X28 FAMILY/DINING End street. The home needs some 7)26)95 -SSSS— 21101881-1 blinds, ceiling fans. Call Robert tennis. 2 week minimum. 617-659- 7/25/95 _ssss— ;ioi8634-3 views, $69,900, other mountain, One bedroom, sleeps 4, Ft. Myers TLC but at $142,500 asking, it's a 540-2778. yr. round pool, 3 BD/2 BA, 2 car sunsets. Beautifully decorated ****** ROOM COMBO 74S0. garage, southern exposure, 7/3 518 a —SSSS— 21031276-3 river, creek and view properties Beach - week 32 in August. Rent for great buy. New roof, repainted and 7/31/95 —SSSS — 21090974-1 7/25)95 —SSSS— 2086535-3 and fully equipped. Captiva available, Andrew May Realty, W/WOODEN BEAM worth a call. Call Charlie Sobczak, REAL ESTATE appliances. Responsible tenants. Substantial savings. $250 w/option to buy! Rent will be Coquina Beach - 2 BR, 2 BA, Gulf $990 includes lawn & pool service., On Gulf Estate home. North Captiva Island: Beachfront Murphy, N.C. 28906, 1-800-383- applied to purchase price of $1,200. CATHEDRAL CEILING. Realtor®, PMR at (941) 472-1511 Fully furnished 2 BR, 2 BA Call owner, 610-564-2371. 3 or 4 BR/3 BA, ultimate luxury, home on tropical barrier island. 8366 OPEN CONCEPT. for more information. WANTED side. Newly decorated, all amenities. 481-6791 Call 542-3875. duplex on Sanibel. Canal front. Available weekly, bi-weekly, or 8/1/95 —SSSS—21103105-1 TtiiISS —USt— 1986727-3 Pool, tennis, fitness room. Beach- 7)29/98 — SSH—21104116-8 TWO CAR GARAGE, 7/27)95 — S5SST21089192-3 all amenities, 7/28)95 —SSSS-21098792-1 Responsible family wishes to rent Very nice! monthly. Call (941) 395-2361 walking, shelling, fishing. Steps to FENCED CORNER LOT, FRUIT Cape Coral - For rent: Three lap pool, exercise room. $25,000! Will lease back for one Gulf front 2 BR/2 BA with den & Call 466-9277 7)25)85 —SSSS—21024250-3 Weekly rentals available. water's edge. Water taxi available. FOR SALE BY TREES, NICE LANDSCAPING. year. Custom 2300 sq. ft. home on screened porch for one month, mid- bedroom, Two bath. Pelican Wk/Mo. rates. (941) 549-7066 Or LOTS FOR SALE ] 7/27)85 —SSSS— 21100882-3 The Atrium - 2 BR/2 BA condo. Owner (941) 395-0162 SPRINKLER SYSTEM. ALL Sanibel with pool. Near beach. Call Feb. thru mid-March 1996. Call 201- School District $650. plus South Seas Plantation (813) 472-8661 VA QUALIFYING OWNER John Gee, Sanibel & Marco Island 825-2528. Beautifully decorated, overiooking utilities and security. Three msias -titi- poitw-3 S/27/93 — SSSS — 21064375-1 Owner Financing! The Island's best CITY UTILITIES ARE IN. Gulf Cottage Properties, 472-4808 - after 7 PM, 7)28)95 —SSSS—21103227-3 South Ft. Myers, Pine Manor gulf. All amenities. 2-week minimum. BR, two Bath otf Country Club. buy. Just steps to the beach, ASSUMABLE @ 8% RECENTLY REMODELED $650. plus utilities and Direct through owner. cleared, water meter in place, 395-1230 duplex, 2/1, $395, $250 security Owner (313) 886-4757. CLASSIFIED CAN Beautiful Fort Myers Beach - GATEWAY TO THE DUNES. WITH NEUTRAL TONE 7)25)95 — SSSS—21865884-3 security. 540-0100 3/BR, 3/BA, left, porch, owner financing, good elevations ******** 7/27/95 -SSSS—2110323B-3 . deposit, includes garbage and lawn SAVE TIME, MONEY AND Seasonal rentals - 1 or 2 BRS, 500" Duplex unit for sale by owner. COMMERCIAL 7)25)Bi —SSSS—21103415-1 beautifully furnished, washer, and an unbelievable asking price of COLORS. care 543-2492 or 567-0332. The Atrium - Exclusive gulf front FRUSTRATION BY HELPING to Gulf, shopping & fine dining. 3 BR, 2-1/2 BA, dryer, TV, VCR, pool, tennis, $79,555. Call Charlie Sobczak, BY OWNER READY TO MOVE-IN. Sanibel Lakefront, 7)25)95 —SSSS—21102969-1 luxury. 2 BR/2 BA, den, wrap- Cape Coral home 3 BR/2 BA, new YOU FIND THE $175. & $250. weekly; Substantial new carpet and appliances. PROPERTY/SALE sleeps 2-3 people, ate. discount for over 3 month Realtor, PMR at (941) 472-1511 for EXCELLENT SCHOOL adjoins nature preserve, Ft. Myers Beach. Island Retreat. around balcony. Sunsets! $1050 carpets, $675. + security. No pets. PROFESSIONALS WHO KNOW a complete data package. $87,500 Easy access on/off island. per wk. Phone owner for brochure. 574-8982 or leave msg. We also have 1 and 2 BR reservation. Beat the rush, reserve DISTRICT walk to Beach, Island style ISLAND TOWER PLAZA, 1619 2550 Estero. Across from Winn- THE BEST WA Y TO HANDLE now for '95-'96 season. 454-6669 7)27)95 — tm—21099194-3 Great residence - rental Dixie. Lovely modern one bedroom And available dates and rates. 800- 7)25198 —SSSS—21103471-1 units available. residence, like new condition, Periwinkle Way, centrally located, YOUR IMPROVEMENT AND .7/37/95 — SSSS—21103665.S GULF ACCESS/ property. 4 BR/3 BA, living room, family first class commercial office space, apartments. View of Gulf. Private 484-7304 PIN 8286. Island Park. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, After 10:00 a.m.-Tt p.m, SERIOUS INQURIES ONLY 7)25)85 —SSSS—21087159-3 CARRY IT OUT TO Prestigious Burnt Store Isles, Punta DOCK & SEAWALL Ready to dealllll room, loft, game room, heated immediate availability, lowest rates Beach access. Annual lease or direct Gulf access, all appliances 1-800-227-1783 Smok'ey Mountain Vacation. 3 BR/2 ASKING $109,750. seasonal. Covered parking. PERFECTION! BA chalet. Secluded, yet minutes Gorda. 2 adjoining seawalled lots. S.W. CAPE CORAL Brian, 1-505-344-7383 pool) white kitchen, new tile ,">'' ;' -•• . • Announcing a ^'Vv ,; Live island partnership at your service Shelling ' JAMES AGENCY, LTD Restriction AND SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY : JOIN Florida law prohibits AUMANN the taking of live shells on Sanibel Island. that's definitely to your advantage* You can help preserve one of the island's nat- ural resources, '!• ^Jfl 1149 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL 33957 • 941/472-3121 • 800/252-6004 Obey the law. Take • FAX 941/395-0855 only the dead shells from the beach! ? " ati°, dock, 7/28)95 —SSSS— 81104081-3 laundry room, living room, dining 7)27)95 —SSSS—21103596-1 LUXURY HOME 15 yrs. ago? Ch.26or7. dral ceilin 4 PROPERTY/RENT $9,000, firm. Owner out of state. 2-CAR GARAGE, Boo'l t^ 9' skylights area, den, huge screened porch. Immediate occupancy. Ft. Myers, Try Boca Grande this year. Western NC mountain home. 7)26)95 —SSSS—21061355-1 a yo rself and Why rent - owner will finance (3: BEAUTIFUL PRIVATE BEACH 520-772-7362 or voice mail 1-800- OVERSIZED SCREENED §9 ^? D V see todayi Utilities included. $525 month, $525 spacious 2 BD/1-1/2 BA town AT YOUR DOORSTEP Beachfront accommodations, Seduded 2 story w/deck & fireplace. 554-6735 Traumhaus in Super Lags. 3 Rawlln9 Realty, Inc. Linda SOUTH FORT security. 549-4791. BR/2 BA) home in North Cape - Fully furnished - bring toothbrush. LANAI WITH KEYSTONE. PELICAN PLACE homes. Dishwasher, W/D hook-up, Vinyl siding, large lanai, above villas and/or private homes 7)26)93 — SSSS~211026S3-1 Schlafzimmer, 2 badezimmer, 2 8/1/85 —SSSS—21103398-1 Long driveway Into lush Privately owned & immaculately LIVING/DINING AREA - First floor retail/office space, pool. Only $460/mo. $310 security ground pool & rec room, great for available. Highlands Co. 50 acre horse farm, auto garage, Mit Pool, Whirlpool, MYERS HOMES deposit. 693-0404. tropical estate grounds. maintained. Sleeps 6. $275/wk. CATHEDRAL CEILING, grossem Bootsdock, und Lift, second floor office suite, Smart Duplexl 1,500 S.F., garage, kids. $5,000. dn. S low monthly Exclusive, tastefully decorated. Call toll free for Information Free color brochure. 704-644-9470. home has 3 master suites, gourmet spEC nome deck.Totally tiled. Oak cabinets. 7)27)85 —SiSt—21108759-1 payments. $560. mo. 772-5008 kitchen, pool. ALSO 30 acre home, INSIDE UTILITY/HOBBY RM. gefliestes Pooldeck und Driveway, ^f!. 'of sale. 3/2, 1900 Carillon Woods - By owner. Custom contains Lagorio's Pizza, 1-800-881-2822 8/6/93 — SSSS—21104113-6 Und r air 10 Skylights, French doors. Walk-in Country Pines Condo overlooking 7)28)8t —SSSS—21104034-1 3/4 bedrooms or den. Sleeps plus efficiency, two barns, quiet ALL APPLIANCES & viele Extra's. Am ueberbreiten Kanal sLii T ' ' ceilings, 40 yr. built 1991, 5 BR, 4 BA, den, 3 car Goodwill, Boutique/pharmacy eight. 3-1/2 baths. Large Boca Grande und nur 2-1/2 minuten vom River |™J9tes^ Total turnkey package in garage, family room, living room, closets. Energy-efficient, trees, pool. 1 BR/1 BA, utility room & large seduded. SUE CLARK, REALTOR, WINDOW TREATMENTS. Call Andy at 472-1439 flowers! Near Gutf Elementary. walk-in closet. Furnished $400/mo. healed pool and spa. Real Estate, Inc. REAL ESTATE Stephen Miller Realty 1-800-356- entfernt. Fortig zum Einziehen, hy- Cape Coral offered at pool, spa & many extras. Excellent a.'is'ai _ ssss— 21092177-7 ohne extra Arbeit. Preis V.B. 1495 540-1449, days 772- 2440 Palm Ridge Road, Pets-Kids OK! Nice neighbors. $625. or unfurnished $35O/mo. Available Nominated for Architectural 7397 condition & convenient location. now. Deposit required, also $50. MOBILE HOMES FOR DISTANT 2618 S.W. 32nd LANE, C.C. $249,000. Tel. 549-6999. $379,000. Call 275-8424. Sanibel 540-4663 Awards. Terraces and pool Brand new, fully furnished, 7)29)95 —SStS—21103060-1 1'10)8 5 -SSSS—21103628-1 7/25/95 —tStS-21103<7B-1 . application fee. 731-2213 evenings. seasonal rental. 2 BR/1 BA, patio, LEAVE MESSAGE OR 7)28)95 —SSSS— 210991 26-9 7/28)95 -StH-21103732-1 7/25)95 —SSSS— 2063523-3 RENT pavilion. All amenities. North Carolina Mountains - cabins, Large Cape apt. 2 BR/1 BA, very 7/27)95 —SSSt—21103578-1 front porch,. Beautiful Blue Ridge homes, farms, acreage, lakes, . 3/2 split, large garage, new Pool home 2 BR/2 BA split, excellent Waterfront - 2 BR, 2 BA with Brochure available. Lehigh • Country Club Estates - City FOR APPONTMENT Sanibel Island • For rent office/store clean, new paint, washer-dryer River Towers Adult Condo. 2/2, $9-9. Special!' Mobile homes, Mis. Next to Cherokee Hills Country creeks, views. Great bargains. Free services, $21,000. Other Lots - Well carpeting, lanai, counter top and location - Water and sewer den/office in custom built 2 story. $3,900/week High Season Club. Golfing (Free green fee), (813) 540-2450 assessments in and paid. New Separate master suite w/jacuzzi, 520 square feet. Wooster Plaza, hook-ups. Range, refrigerator, rent large pool, borders Park & River, apartments, efficiencies, rooms brochure. Call 1-800-837-7656 Of & septic, near high school. $3,700. electrical system. City water and includes water, septic, lawn, trash. docks, cable. Owner 813-656-0025. starling at $99. wk. 995-6977 or $2 550/week Low Season tennis, swimming, Rile dining. write Murphy Mountain Land Roy Inc. Insist on Donna Cavender, first year's assessments paid. Lease appliances, underground system - large eat-in kitchen formal Dr, 2424 Palm Ridge Road. High $3O0Avk. or Pkg. Deal. 1-704-837- "Principals Only" E^utiful landscaping. For sale by central vac & air, oversized 2-car visibility both directions. 813-472- Newer building 821 N.E. 8th St., Apt. Cape Coral. Beautiful view, stop by The Blue Lantern, 2669 N. Pays: 201-369-2111 Company, 208 Hwy. 64 West, Realtor, (813) 369-2107 or (813) option possible. $72,900." Reduced B. $399Vmo. 540-2454 screened porch. Tamiami Trail. Ask for Norm. Weekends: 914-687-0360 9064. Murphy, NC 28906. 369-4890 evenings. ****** to $68,900. 574-1257,772-5487. garage. $139,900. 482-8911. 5020 7)28)85 — SiiS—210B4722-6 7)27)95 — SSSS-21087649-3 7)25)95 —SSSS—21103513-1 7/30/95 —SSSt—21103677-1 7)26)85 —SSSS— 21102000-1 ...... -«»<- 20a3B81-3_ 7/29)88 • — SSSS—210S1U8-6 8)11)95 —SSSS —211036B2-1 7)iB)93 —SSSS— 211Q2B11-1 7)27)95 — SSSS-21101063-1 7)28)95 -Mlt-21103834-1 8 Sanibel & Caotiva REAL ESTATE Tuesday. July 25.1995 Rosewood family descendants hold 'victory' reunion FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (AP) — Forgive Arnett office to sort through hundreds of claims from others Rosewood, used to go through the area to fish along Doctor for being a bit patriotic Friday. who say their families lost property. the western Florida coast before he was married. Doctor has had an emotional few months as one of Ferman Wingate, a 10th grade teacher in Silver "That sign always bothered me every time I went the leaders in the battle to win compensation from the Springs, Md., got a check for $7,100 in the mail last through there," Woods said. "You never saw any- state of Florida for survivors and direct descendants week from the state of Florida. His great-grandmoth- thing. I saw a sign that said Rosewood and then when of black families driven from their Rosewood, Fla., er lived in Rosewood. I went outside the area I saw another sign that said homes by an angry white mob in the 1920s. "It was a very elated feeling," Wingate said about Rosewood. But I never saw anything there. Some Rosewood family descendants, here for their receiving the compensation. "The main feeling that I "It stayed in my mind for years. Then, when I got annual reunion, began receiving checks last week as had was that people finally recognized that there had married I told my wife I had seen Rosewood, but part of Florida's $2 million settlement in the case in been and still is racial injustice in this country." there was nothing there but trees." which eight people were killed and the small town He said he tells his students about the incident Greg Galloway, entertainment attorney for the was burned to the ground. each year. At one time, family members didn't talk Rosewood Advisory Committee, said Singleton has And a movie about the massacre, to be directed by about the attack, fearful of reprisals. John Singleton, may be in theaters by late 1996. "It's pretty hard for kids at that age to relate to been quoted as saying the Rosewood story would be "When we hear things like, 'America the that," said Wingate, who helped host the reunion in his next project. Beautiful' or 'God Bless America,' we can now from 1992. "I came through the civil rights era, tear gas "It's been as quickly developed as any feature film a personal perspective feel that it includes all and all that stuff, and they can't relate to that either." I've ever seen," Galloway said. "They are looking at Americans," said Doctor, 53, of Tampa, Fla. John Woods, 54, whose wife's mother lived in scouting locations in Florida as early as next month." "The key word here is inclusion, rather than exclu- sion as we have felt for a long time. We now feel we are a part of the state of Florida and a part of these United States." Environmentalists, foresters The weekend reunion got off to a slow start Friday afternoon after a mix-up with a charter bus company in Florida left about 50 descendants more than 12 unhappy with woodpecker plans hours behind schedule. They were scheduled to arrive JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — A plan to in a particular forest could be tightened or eased, about midnight. repopulate southern forests with the red-cockaded depending on how well woodpeckers are doing Doctor, whose great-grandmother was killed by woodpecker is being knocked by environmentalists there. members of the white mob that attacked the commu- and forestry industry officials. Critics on both sides of the issue are concerned. nity east of Cedar Key, Fla., wore a T-shirt that read, Environmentalists claim the plan doesn't go far "The primary goal should be to restore the for- "Rosewood, Pop. 0, Route 24 Florida" as about 50 enough to protect the endangered species. Industry est," said Fran James, a biologist at Florida State gathered to eat some North Carolina pork barbecue people say it unnecessarily restricts logging on University. She said the woodpecker is declining and exchange hugs and stories. public land. because the types of pines it nests in have been cut Others, from grandparents to toddlers, wore shirts The goal is to gradually increase the number of down and replaced by other types of trees. with the scales of justice on them and the words, red-cockaded woodpeckers almost fivefold. The Forest Service, she said, should gradually "Victory: May 5, 1994," written in red. That's the It's likely that "the species will be either well on replace the new trees with long-leaf pines that were date Florida settled with the families. . its way to recovery or lost in the next 20 to 30 native to the South. The woodpeckers have only years," Robert Joslin, the Forest Service's top "What (the settlement) says is the state of Florida survived because forestry workers have installed Southern administrator, wrote in a report last will never ever allow that to happen again. They are artificial nests in trees •— a practice that would con- month. living up to their responsibility as a sovereign gov- tinue under the plan. The plan, six years in the making, will control ernment and keeper of the rights of all of its citi- "From a timber-harvesting standpoint, it's very zens," Doctor said. how trees are grown and cut in 11 national forests, including the Osceola, Ocala and Apalachicola restrictive," said Phil Gornicki, who studies envi- The .violence began on New Year's Day 1923 forests in Florida, The plan has been approved at ronmental issues for the Florida Forestry when a group of whites, angry after a fruitless search the national level, and the individual national Association. for a black man accused of attacking a white woman, forests will be adding it to their 20-year manage- Red-cockaded woodpeckers — adults are about rampaged through the community of about 120 peo- ment programs over the next few months. 80 inches tall, zebra-backed with white cheek ple. At least six blacks and two whites died. Almost There are about 2,000 breeding pairs of the patches and a small red cockade — carve nests in every building was burned. woodpeckers in the national forests. The Forest tree trunks. They prefer trees that are 80 to 100 State lawmakers passed a precedent-setting com- Service wants to increase that number to 9,800. years old because those are often diseased, making pensation plan in 1994, agreeing that government had In Florida, the number of mating pairs would the wood softer and easier to chip. failed to maintain law and order and protect triple from about 700 to 2,100. To make sure there are trees for nesting, the Rosewood's residents. Under the plan, the Forest Service would regu- Forest Service is proposing that some trees be left As a result, nine elderly survivors received late timber cutting in areas near woodpecker nests standing for 120 years. Now, many trees are har- $ 150,000 each from the state. or about 3,100 square miles of forest. Regulations vested when they are 30 to 40 years old. But it has taken months for the attorney general's