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What’s Inside Letters, pgs 2, 4 TheThe EndEnd ofof thethe EsteroEstero BayBay The 50s Return, pg 3 Government Meetings, pg 6 Editorial, pg 7 AquaticAquatic Preserve?Preserve? Scholarship Awards, pg 9 Dana’s World, pg 10 New budget cuts proposed “Without staff on site the Fishing Page, pg 11 this week by the Florida House Estero Bay Aquatic Preserve’s Library Construction, pg 12 Easter Egg Hunt, pg 15 and Senate could have far-reach- programs will end. Over 20 years Island Times, pg 19 ing impacts on the quality of life of data about water quality in Runaway Retirement, pg 21 on this island by spelling the end Estero Bay will be abandoned. Starry, Starry Night, pg 22 of management for Lee County’s The current data collectors, which Islanders Offer Thanks, pg 23 most important natural resource: record water quality in the bay at Around About, pgs 24, 25 Funnies, pg 26, 27 the Estero Bay Aquatic Preserve. three locations every fifteen min- Classifieds, pg 28 The Estero Bay Coastal and utes, will cease to function. Ten NASCAR, pg 29 Aquatic Managed Area (CAMA) years of data on seagrass moni- Who’s Playing Where, pg 30 was established in 1995 and the toring in a particular site will end, Back Page Girl information it gathers is crucial to endangering the seagrass beds - maintaining the vast 11,000 acre which are a crucial nursery habitat MAY ENTERTAIINMENT MAGAZIINE watershed that is home to many for fish and shellfish. Professional WHAT TO DO ON FT.. MYERS BEACH endangered species and serves expertise on environmental as the cradle to our fishing indus- impacts will no longer be available NOW OUT try. to decision makers who plan and IN STANDS The cuts call for the clo- govern the surrounding municipali- NEAR YOU sure of six offices statewide, which ties.” serve a total of sixteen aquatic “A variety of environmental (SEE PG 28 FOR A LOCATION NEAR YOU) preserves. The Department of education for boaters, community OR GET IT Environmental Protection’s office members, Leadership Bonita, and ONLINE in Tallahassee sent the following others will not be available.” “The WWW.ISLAND- document that describes the only rookery monitoring of wading SANDPAPER.COM impacts that Estero Bay’s closure and water birds of its kind in will have: Florida will end. Cont’d pg. 8 County Commissioners Discuss Cinco de Mayo Anyone? Mining Deregulation Bill Cinco de Mayo – or the many to believe that that battle Fifth of May for those who are helped to end the Civil War. A new Senate bill that reduces the Florida Hispanically challenged – is a Here on the beach, several has the potential to derail local Department of Environmental celebration held on May 5th local establishments are host- efforts to harness mining was Protection and slashes the that commemorates the ing big parties to mark the holi- the topic of discussion at the Florida Department of Mexican Army’s defeat of day, so we at the Sand Paper county commission meeting on Community Affairs – two agen- French forces at the Battle of wanted to make sure our read- Tuesday, as was another, cies that the county would rely Puebla on May 5th, 1862. It is ers knew what the celebration not Mexico’s independence day is actually all about so they can seemingly contradictory bill that on if they had to take over and is more of a regional holi- trump their friends after they’ve makes the county responsible growth management. day for the state of Puebla. The had a couple of margaritas. for growth management. “This amendment was holiday is actually celebrated At Snook Bight Marina’s Senate Bill 1122 rewrites rushed through,” said mostly in the U.S. as a celebra- award winning Bayfront Bistro, all growth management Commission Chairman Frank tion of Mexican heritage and they are celebrating the holiday statutes in Florida, making indi- Mann. “No one has had a pride, as the defeat of the with a cause. From 5pm to vidual counties responsible for chance to look at it.” French on that fateful day also 8pm, everyone is invited to take what was previously the state’s House Bill 991 has even kept Napoleon III from supply- part in Cinco de Mayo Party ing Confederate forces, leaving and silent auction, job, but at the same time it scarier implications. Cont’d pg. 6 Cont’d pg. 9 Town Moving Forward with Walk On Water On May 1st Fixing the Water Utility Two recent develop- Michelle Mayher testified at the ments may mean that the long- validation hearing, which was awaited redo of Estero held at the Lee County Justice Boulevard is on the horizon. On Center where Judge Sherra Monday, a judge in downtown Winsett validated the referen- Ft. Myers validated the Town of dum that allows the Town to Fort Myers Beach’s 2007 refer- borrow for the long term. The endum to borrow money to fix referendum received a sound the island’s aging water utility, approval from islanders four and last Friday Mayor Larry years ago with 91.6% of the Kiker reported that the county votes being in favor. Per Town has decided to spend $750,000 charter, voter approval must be on planning and designing for given for any debt that will last future upgrades to Estero. longer than three years. The first ever Bay to Gulf SUP (stand up paddleboarding) race will start at 9:30am Town Manager Terry Stewart told us that the at Bunche Beach Preserve at the end of John Morris Road. Story on pg. 13. Stewart and Town Clerk Town would now Cont’d pg. 6 Page 2 The Island Sand Paper April 29th, 2011 LettersLetters toto thethe EditorEditor

on Ft. Myers Beach. I have seen dogs on the beach urinating and defecating on and in the sand where my grandchildren sit, playing while building sand castles. These children can also not speak for themselves. However I believe there is a place for pets and the beach is not one of them. To be a responsible animal owner one must keep them out of the sun, make sure they have water and carry a bag to clean up after them, but also to think of those children who play in that same sand. Now who is more important, your enslaved dog or a child? Also quit blaming the visitors who come to your island, spending money, how high would your taxes be without them? In closing I believe that the beach should be a place to enjoy the water and sun, for children to play, for my grandchildren to build to their hearts content and this is more important than any dog.

Thank you, Sue Hobot Fort Myers Beach

Ed. note: To clarify, the Town’s guide to the Beach states this about dogs: “Dogs on the beach must be on a leash and under the owner’s control at all times. Owners must clean up after their animals and deposit animal waste in the trash receptacles at each public beach access. Pets Look out to all fish below! This hungry Osprey is making a are not permitted in the Little Estero Critical Wildlife Area, which includes steep dive with those menacing talons ready to scoop up a fresh "catch all wetlands, beaches and land extending southward from the Holiday Inn of the day". The Osprey was diving with wings retracted for speed from to the boundary signs at Mulholland Point.” over one hundred feet into the waters on the Gulf side of Little Estero Critical Wildlife Area. The powerful legs and talons are smoothly tucked under the Osprey for regular flight or soaring and are only rarely seen extended when they dive for food. The dive is over in just a few sec- Bad for Tourism onds, so it was just a lot of luck to capture it in a photo. In response to Sue Dennis' comments in last weeks issue ranti- Ken Platt ng about tourists to not return if they don't like certain things on our Fort Myers Beach island: Bad for Tourism, Bad for our Island. Dennis wrote: "So if you want to help us reduce traffic, have less people with snobbish behavior and have a cleaner beach next year. Kids Come First Why don't you just stay up north and freeze next winter". Sue, this is classic behavior of one bad apple that can ruin the bunch. You are that Love your paper and after reading the last issue I decided to bad apple as you fail to think about the ramifications to the service rebut Kenneth Vackar’s letter to you. I, with my husband have lived industry and its workers. Your "Don't come back" mentality is the death here for 15 years, we are residents, pay taxes and do not have a dog. of our existence for far too many on FMB (your family island), as your Oh, we have had many pets as I had a large family. Our menagerie rhetoric has the potential to devastate the way of lives for many of our consisted of cats, birds, rabbits, pheasants, dogs and numerous fellow island-family members. Tell tourists politely to rent a bike, provide rodents. However we do not have a dog now and we do not want dogs Letters cont’d pg. 4

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Comm Discuss Mining Fixing the Water Utility, Cont’d from pg. 1 Deregulation, Cont’d fm pg. 1 begin the preliminary work. An engineer- he said. ing study identifying the areas of con- We spoke with Lee County By taking away the county’s rights to control cern and possible phasing options has Commissioner Ray Judah to find out mines, it threatens the control the county has already been completed. more about the $750,000, and if he on protecting local resources. For instance, a “We will be doing the Request For thinks that the county will move quicker mine that is scheduled to be built south of Proposal (RFP) and identifying which on the project now that the Town is Corkscrew Road in Collier County could threat- phase to do first – the design, construc- ready to begin fixing the water utility. en the Corkscrew Regional Ecosystem as well tion and project methodology has got to “This is the first necessary step to as the Audubon Corkscrew Swamp – both vital be resolved,” he said. “So we’ve got getting the reconstruction of Estero to the area’s supply of drinkable water. some ground work to do.” Boulevard on the five-year CIP,” he said. “This has a lot to do with surface water Stewart said that the project is a “The $750,000 is budgeted in the com- management and aquifers,” Mann said. huge one – the validation approved a ing fiscal year to determine how much of “So they want us to put on our big boy loan for up to $18 million – and will likely the ROW is publicly owned, determine pants and control growth management, but take four to six years. Since some of the what improvements are needed and want to preempt our ability (to cite and control pipes that need to be replaced lie under work on balancing out the encroachment mines)?” quipped Commissioner John Estero Boulevard, both Kiker and by private property owners.” Manning. Stewart want to do the project at the Judah said that – ideally - the Commissioner Judah pointed out that same time that the county fixes the road. projects would be done at the same there is enough rock aggregate in the Alico “There are some phases that are time. corridor for 30 years and that Lee County offi- not on Estero, but we want to start with “I am working towards the goal of cials aren’t against mining, they just want to the highest need,” said Stewart, and getting this project on the CIP and will have a say where it occurs. Mayor Larry Kiker said that he hopes continue to collaborate with the Town,” “The state is trying to preempt (home that the fact that the Town is now ready he said. rule) and allow for the raping and scraping of will push the county into action. Keri Hendry land,” he said, “Wherever and whenever.” “We are moving forward on this,” The commissioners agreed to review a letter drafted by Judah’s office in regards to SB 1122 and plan to reach out to local legislative dele- Government Meetings This Week gates about HB 991. Monday 5/2 9:00am Town Council Meeting The next meeting of the Board of County 2:00pm Town Council Work Session Commissioners will be at 9:30am on Tuesday, Tuesday 5/3 9:30am Lee County Board of Commissioners Meeting; April 3, at the Old Lee County Courthouse in Commission Chambers, 2120 Main St., downtown Ft. Myers. For a complete agenda Fort Myers and transcript, go to http://www.lee- 10:00am Fire Workshop, Town Hall county.com/gov/bocc. Thursday 5/5 9:00am Bay Oaks Rec Center Advisory Board (BORCAB) 3:00pm Community Resource Advisory Board (CRAB) Keri Hendry Happy Hour EVERYDAY 3:00-6:00pm Featuring: $1.25 Draft Beers $2.50 House Wines $6.00 Pitchers $3.00 Well Drinks

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Most cultures have tighten and it’s easy enough to some sort of social stratification find scapegoats and those that if not officially endorsed, is “non-producers” or non-taxpay- at least recognized by mem- ers are an easy target. bers of that culture. During public comment Here on Fort Myers periods at public meetings, Beach we have snowbirds, people tend to describe them- locals, residents, business own- selves as “X” year residents ers, renters, visitors, property and taxpayers. It is interesting WE’RE owners, taxpayers and regis- information and no doubt IN OUR tered voters to name a few. serves to establish their credi- 11TH We’ve recently made the bility and right to speak. But all YEAR!! point in this space that we’re all residents have the right to Islanders, whether we are here speak, whether we own land year round or for a few weeks, and pay taxes or not. whether we commute to the Let’s think about this tax- island for work or have lived payer definition. I’m assuming Bob Layfield - Publisher here for 50 years, whether we that we’re talking about proper- There can be as much value in the blink of an eye own a business here or rent an ty taxes here because all of us as in months of rational analysis. apartment. No one is more pay sales tax, gas tax, income Malcolm Gladwell important or worthy of respect tax and any number of other than anyone else. taxes, including those phone Missy Layfield - Editor Too many people are thinking of security instead of That is the core of the company taxes that no one can opportunity. They seem more afraid of life than American Dream. We are all explain. death. James F. Byrnes equal. We may not have the Some people have a same bank account, but each very narrow understanding of Don Block - Circulation Manager voice has the same right to be who pays property taxes. Our lives begin to end the day we become silent heard. Each vote counts the Those of us who write a check about things that matter. same. to the Tax Collector once a year Martin Luther King Jr. Sometimes, something are definitely taxpayers. What that we accept, even embrace about people who don't own Mark List - Production Manager on the national stage, is a bit property, but rent. Are they tax- If you reveal your secrets to the wind you should harder to live with in our own payers? Maybe not directly, not blame the wind for revealing them to the trees. backyard. but landlords certainly figure Kahlil Gibran Lately, I’ve heard com- the cost of taxes, as well as ments that lead me to suspect other costs, into the rent they Keri Hendry - Associate Editor some harbor the belief that cer- charge. I’ve known a lot of Simplicity is the peak of civilization. tain Islanders are more equal landlords and have never met Jessie Sampter than others. one who does not charge Do property owners enough rent to cover the taxes Jean Matthew - Island Historian deserve more attention than on the property. Renters most Science is organized knowledge. business owners? certainly do pay taxes through Wisdom is organized life. Are taxpayers inherently rent payments. Immanuel Kant more important than renters? While taxpayers do pay Depending on which of the freight, our form of govern- these groups you fall into, you ment puts the ultimate power in James Royce - Webmaster may have been dismissed the hands of....the registered Sanity calms, but madness is more interesting. recently as not deserving to voter. John Russell voice an opinion on the Library The power of the ballot or other Beach issues. box is in the hands of resi- Sarah List - Photographer A member of the Library dents, whether they own or I not only use all the brains that I have, but all that Board has been publicly rent, live here full time or for 6 I can borrow. accused of not being qualified months. If you declare this as Woodrow Wilson to hold an opinion on a Library your residence and register to matter. Why? The accuser vote, you are the one who gets Mugsy Mauskavitch - Proofer claims that the Board member to exercise the ultimate power On the Internet, nobody knows you're a dog. is not a taxpayer in the Library of the ballot box. Voters, not Peter Steiner District. 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The End of the Estero Bay Aquatic Preserve? Cont’d from pg. 1 While volunteers may be able to income for four months. As a lations, but that their actual mis- gation immediately. Time is of the continue recording bird nesting community it was very hard to rent sion is to destroy all the work essence, as a vote will likely be habits on their own, the place a room, sell a house or take a that’s been done on environmental held this Tuesday. based resource management that guest fishing without some assur- protection,” he said. “For them to “A community that was the preserves a pristine area even ance our water quality was being pay lip service that they are con- reason for Aquatic Preserves all though it is surrounded by urban tested and it was OK. Everyone cerned about the environment is over Florida should be outraged,” and diverse populations will no on this beach is connected to our the height of hypocrisy because said Cain. “In honor of the people longer be available. Regulatory water quality - it supports our their actions say otherwise.” who came before us to save the permitting programs will continue quality of life, our economic basis Judah pointed out Scott’s bay in the late 1950's and 1960's as they are operated out of a sep- and our businesses. Who is going efforts to derail Everglades we as a community need to stand arate area of DEP.” to monitor the sea grass beds? restoration, repeal the bill requir- up and have our voices heard in “Decades long monitoring Who and what agency is going to ing inspections of old septic tanks, Tallahassee.” of water quality and seagrass support us during the next water the mining de-regulation bill that Keri Hendry beds will be discontinued and the issue? Will they be located on the was discussed at the county com- environmental consequences of Beach and have first hand knowl- mission meeting on Tuesday, cuts future events affecting water quali- edge and history of our water to the budgets of water manage- ty and seagrass beds will occur quality?” ment districts and a recently Senators: without professional intervention of Lee County Commissioner passed bill (HB 239) that directs Mike Bennett - any kind. Regulatory operations Ray Judah told us that he is state agencies and local govern- [email protected] will continue because they are gravely concerned about the ments not to enforce federal water Nancy Detert - handled out of a separate DEP potential loss of the Preserve’s quality standards. [email protected] office, but environmental manage- protectors. “It is so overwhelming in Lizbeth Benacquisto - ment services will not be replaced “The total operating costs terms of their concentrated effort or absorbed by other programs.” for the Estero Bay CAMA are only to destroy everything that’s been [email protected] Terry Cain - who has got- $142,000 a year!” he exclaimed. done or is being worked on as far Garrett Richter, ten up before sunrise once a “This is a very short sighted view as environmental protection with [email protected] month for the last 7 years to col- for them to take. Estero Bay was the perverted and warped mindset lect water samples from the bay – the first aquatic preserve estab- that this will somehow stimulate Representatives: is outraged. lished in the state of Florida and the economy and create jobs,” he [email protected], “I understand that there for good reason - we are a water said. “What they don’t understand [email protected] needs to be cuts, I’ve had to cut dependent community. The quality is that having a healthy environ- [email protected], things in my business too and I of that bay affects real estate val- ment is the basis for a strong support that,” she said. “But there ues, tourism, fishing and quality of economy.” [email protected], has to be another way. We can’t life – it’s crucial for us to maintain “We’ve demonstrated that [email protected], afford to put our water quality in it.” we can diversify our economy with [email protected], jeopardy. What happens when we Judah says the proposed all the new companies relocating [email protected], get red tide? Who are we going to cuts are just the latest effort from here, and the reason they’re com- [email protected], call to find out how bad it is?” a governor and legislature that is ing is because of our natural [email protected] “To put this into perspec- determined to destroy all work that resources.” tive, one of the services we will has been done to protect our nat- Both Judah and Cain say Cain also suggested emailing the DEP’s lose is water quality monitoring,” ural resources. that anyone who feels as outraged new Secretary, Herschel Vinyard at she continued. “Just 12 months “It appears that Governor as they do needs to contact [email protected]. ago we had the threat of tar balls Scott and the legislature are hell- Governor Scott’s office and mem- on our beach. Many lost work and bent not just on undermining regu- bers of our local legislative dele-

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A week of great weather for the Holiday week- Capt. Jon Fetter of Catching The Cure end produced excellent fishing conditions and Charters said that this week was a lot like last reports were good across the board. Looks week with the continuation of a great snook like we are in for more of the same this coming bite. Threadfin herrings netted around the week, but the crowds will be smaller and there bridges and whitebait off the beaches are both will be more room for those of us not heading working. Fish the mangroves and around the north for the summer. floating docks, during the inbound tides, with free lined baits on 2/0 or 3/0 circle hooks. The Capt. Rob Modys of SoulMate Charters tarpon are starting to show up off the beaches reported great action on the near shore reefs. and are also willing to take free lined threads. Multiple catches of big trout, pompano, span- Beef up your leader to 80 pounds and increase ish mackerel and gag grouper were at the top your hook size to a 7/0 circle hook. Jon offers of the list, along with a few snook and snapper. this tip as well... Get out early and beat the Live shrimp on jigs drifted slowly toward the afternoon heat and you will enjoy some really bottom worked very well and so did cut good fishing. threadfin herrings. Find a location with bait showing on top of the water, anchor up and Captain Sam Arcure with Team Arcure then chum a bit. It shouldn’t take long to Fishing has been targeting sea trout, spanish locate fish. Tarpon are showing out in the mackerel, jacks and tarpon this past week on Gulf. Look for birds and rolling fish and then fly along the beaches and on the grass flats work to get ahead of them. When they located inside of passes. On the flats, the fish approach, cast a live threadfin at them and have been caught using chartreuse and white you should hook up in short order. These are Clouser Minnows and white Deceivers. The big fish so have the appropriate tackle on Clousers work the best over the grass flats as board. The grass flats of Estero Bay near the Cole’s Big Mangrove Snapper. the fish like the falling action of the fly. passes are producing nice sized trout with lots Photo Capt. Ron Mackerel and jacks will eat the white of keepers. Popping corks rigged with shrimp Deceivers. For Tarpon the best patterns to or live bait are working best. efforts on tarpon, this past week, and has use are the chartreuse and white Deceivers or managed to land several in the 100 pound a Toad in purple, tan or green. Cockroaches Capt. Phil Pica of Pica Charters reported that range. Free lining large threadfin herrings and anything that replicates a crab pattern the tarpon fishing in the Gulf has been very while drifting in twenty or so feet of water just should also work. Capt. Sam says to make good this past week and should get even bet- off the beaches has been very productive. sure that you present the fly far enough ahead ter as we roll into May. Threadfin herrings Hammerhead and blacktip sharks are a com- of the fish so that the fly has time to sink to the have been his go-to bait for the most part, but mon by-catch while waiting for a tarpon to hit, depth that the fish are located. Utilizing catfish tails have been working on the rougher so be ready for “toothy” creatures. Redfish, retrieving strips of six inches for crabs and up days. Trout and gag grouper fishing is also snook and trout are still active around the high- to twelve inches for larger flies, works best on working inside of 9 miles on the rock piles. er tides in the backcountry with a few jacks almost all the species in our area. Remember Live bait, cut bait and shrimp are all producing. mixed in as well. Work around oyster bars and to keep the fly line free on the deck so that mangrove shorelines using live bait under pop- you don’t get a tangle and break off when the Capt. Brad Brown of Moonlite Charters said ping corks for best results this time of year. big one hits. that he has mainly been concentrating his Page 12 The Island Sand Paper April 29th, 2011 Library Board Hears Construction Update

The April Library Board communications, the Beach Walk an apology. I want someone to final payment is due in 2012. He meeting, held Tuesday evening at resolution and an explanation of acknowledge that we were treated also questioned several items in the Beach Library discussed con- the referendum petition. Corning badly. I feel like this (packet) the Library budget. struction progress, possible broad- will be appearing at Public should clarify the issues. But I Pat Smith, apologizing to cast of Board meetings and the Comment at the FMB Town also thought that the (Dalton’s) the members of the Library Board, contents of an information packet Council on May 2. statements back in February stated, “It’s personally embarrass- that will be offered to Town Regarding the referendum should have clarified this.” ing to me as a town taxpayer, to Council members at their May 2 petition, according to the Lee After discussion, the Board see how the Town has treated this meeting. County elections office, in order concluded that their goal is to Board.” She noted, “To my knowl- Library Director for a petition to be verifiable, sig- build the library and they would edge, over a 10 year period, the Hommerding reported that most of natures on a petition must include focus on that, sticking with their Town accumulated over $12M in the construction sub-contractors printed name as it appears on Lee decision to defer any action on the excess of revenues over expendi- are now in place. Landscaping County voter registration card, sig- conflict of interest situation. tures in ad valorem taxes. The has been removed and work on nature matching name, mailing During Hommerding’s Fire District accumulated over an underground transformer, address, date of birth, date peti- Director report, he spoke of the $15M at some time,” referring to which requires FPL involvement is tion was signed and an affidavit of status of e-books in libraries. recent charges that the library was scheduled. A temporary construc- the petition circulator on each There is a major change in how e- able to accumulate so much for tion entrance with a ramp will be page. Phone number and email books are sold to libraries. the addition. built on the south side of the build- address are optional. The elec- Recently, one of the largest During Director Comments ing. tions office charges .10/signature providers of e-books announced all Board members expressed a Board Chair Katie Corning to verify each name as a regis- that they would allow only 26 desire to broadcast Board reported on the information packet tered voter, but can’t do that checkouts for library e-books. The Meetings over TV or internet. that she was directed to prepare unless all the required information Beach library will continue to While the Board is urged to broad- for Town Council Members. At the is included. investigate e-book use. cast their meetings via meeting at April 15 Special Meeting (see ISP Board Member Sallie During Public Input, Jim Town Hall by some, it was noted Seabury asked the other members Stevens asked why the Library that the Library District has over Issue 532), the Board decided to if they had given any further needs more room for kids. He 12,000 taxable units, or about approach Town Council at a thought to the conflict of interest stated that people doing research 50% more than the Town. Anyone Council meeting during public issue regarding Town Attorney use computers. “I’ve spoken to a outside the Town or without comment and provide them with Humphrey and what the possible lot of people and they aren’t for Comcast cable would not be able information about the library. At outcomes of a complaint could be. the addition. If they are, they can’t to watch the meetings if broadcast that Special Meeting the Library Library Board Attorney tell me why.” from Town Hall. Board Members Board concluded that all members Anne Dalton explained the Sam Lurie opened with, expressed interest in investigating of the Town Council may not have process of filing a grievance with “For the fourth month, I would like a system that would allow District all the pertinent information the Florida Bar. She asked the to suggest meeting at Town Hall.” residents to watch Board meetings regarding the Library Board. If Board to consider what they want He encouraged the Board to at home. they did, the Board surmised, they to accomplish and reminded them broadcast their meetings. He also would not be challenging the that this can be an expensive repeated his request for a referen- The next Library Board process. dum and stated that many people meeting will be held on May 24 at Board’s actions regarding the Board member, Mark want their money back. 6:30pm at the Beach Library. Library expansion. LaFave commented, “I’m not will- Bob Miller voiced concern The information packet will ing to spend $50-60,000 to do over the $2M loan, claiming that it include the Library Facilities this.” Seabury explained, “I don’t was not needed as the addition Missy Layfield Report, auditor reports, attorney want to sue anybody, I just want will not be completed when the

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Forget the tired, old way of went online and checked it out. SUP population and show others paddling by sitting on in a canoe The first time I went out, it was on from around the Sunshine State like some lazybones: the wave of an old surfboard with an oar for a and the southeast the pristine the future is being generated by paddle! I was hooked.” paddling on the Great Calusa Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP), Compton, a former realtor, Blueway in Lee County,” said Vicki a new sport that’s gaining in popu- loved the sport so much that he Little of Lee County Parks and larity and will be showcased here made a business out of it. Recreation. by the first ever Bay to Gulf SUP “When I started paddle- Other sponsors besides race on May 1st. Sponsored by boarding, I realized that 99% of Compton are: Ace Performer, Lee County Parks and Recreation, the boards were made in China Florida Paddlesports, Holiday the event actually involves several and I wanted to change that,” he Water Sports Fort Myers Beach, races, with the first beginning at said. “So I started my new compa- Paddleboard SWFL, Planet 9:30am at Bunche Beach ny, and we build boards, do Fitness, Soul Standup Preserve at the end of John repairs, teach, everything. I am Paddleboard Adventures, Morris Road. also a certified instructor from the Southwest Florida Standup, SUP Paddleboarding is just American Exercise Council.” Magazine, True Blue Water what it sounds like – paddlers Wil told us that they are Sports, Xtreme Life Sports, YOLO stand on a large board and propel expecting about 75 people to Board Adventures and YOLO themselves through the water with come to the race next weekend. Watersports, Inc. The Optimist a paddle. The sport – actually an “Vicki Little from Lee Club and the Lee County Tourist ancient form of surfing - is said to County Parks and Rec asked me Development Council are also have had its start in 1960’s dance of relatively calm water- to participate – she’s awesome,” sponsors, and partnering hotel is Hawaii, when surfers would use ways throughout Lee County. An he said. “All the outfitters that are LaQuinta Inn in Fort Myers. The outrigger paddles to maneuver annual race in Naples began last involved are great. We’re going to partnering campground is San themselves out to take pictures of year, with over 100 participants. have terrific awards and prizes, Carlos RV Resort. tourists learning how to surf. There are a number of places on and races for all levels: a 3.5 mile For more information about Surfer Rick Thomas is credited the island where you can learn competitive race, a one mile fun the race, including registration to with introducing the sport to the about the sport and rent boards, race for beginners and several enter, go to https://webtrac.lee- modern world when he brought it including Calusa Ghost Tours at relay races.” gov.com or call 239-533-7440. to California in 2000. SUP appeals Bowditch. Another outfitter from The event also includes a Compton told us that he is to surfers because it allows them near the beach - Gulf to Bay SUP, raffle with dozens of prizes, with looking forward to sharing his to see better and it has been gain- located at 12640 Water Lane in the proceeds going to the SWFL favorite sport with the rest of Lee ing popularity as a favorite way to Fort Myers (209-6171) is one of SUP Club, which can be found on County, and says that it is some- train for cross country skiers and the sponsors of the Bay to Gulf Facebook. Entry into the race is thing anyone can do – especially other athletes because it provides race. $20 in advance or $30 on the day those who are already water a full body workout. There is a “I started SUP two years of the event. There is no charge enthusiasts. magazine dedicated to it, as well ago, and now I paddle everyday,” for spectators. The awards cere- “We get a lot of kayakers as a blog and countless online said owner Wil Compton, who mony will follow the races, and that switch to paddleboarding,” he sites. Aficionados of the sport liken speaks of his new favorite sport demos will be open to the public said. “I always tell people: once it to ‘walking on water’. with an almost religious fervor. “I from 9am to 1pm. you stand up, you’ll never sit down Locally, the sport has been had a friend who had a board, and “The Bay to Gulf SUP again.” gaining popularity in leaps and I thought it was a surf board. Race will bring together bounds, largely due to the abun- When he told me what it was I Southwest Florida’s burgeoning Keri Hendry

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The ever-popular 15th Annual Easter Egg Hunt, hosted by the Greater Fort Myers Beach Chamber Foundation was held on Saturday, Apr 23 at 9:00 am at Bay oaks Rec Center. Always a special day for the kids the weather and fun held out for everyone.

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Shell Point’s Life Enrichment Series offers the opportunity to discover new things about yourself and the world you live in. Concerts, presentations, lectures, shows, special events, and more!

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May 4,10,18,&25 FREE! May17,24,&31 Discover Shell Point Tour The History of the Middle East • at 10am. Professor Adrian Kerr offers an & Presentation at 10am. Join us for a group presentation in-depth look at the History of the Middle about the Lifestyle and Lifecare East to help us better understand the available at Shell Point followed issues of today in this troubled by a narrated bus tour of the region of the world. $10 per $ % community. Light session. % refreshments will be provided. Visit www.shellpoint.org/LES for full " #! descriptions of upcoming events!

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1661 Estero Blvd Vegetarian? Gluten Free Ft. Myers Beach No problem! Available No MSG 239-233-8228 Page 18 The Island Sand Paper April 29th, 2011 Tip Top Isles in Tip Top Shape

John Russo, part owner of Tip Top Isles. “Our goal is to be clean, friendly, and family oriented, that’s what I want.” Those are fine goals, but Russo and his team have gone above and beyond just a clean, friendly resort. The place is impressive. Russo, who has a background in construction as well as real estate and appraisal, said his partner told him that there was an opportunity to purchase the place, although it was really run down. “I thought the place sounded really interesting—that’s my baby. The worse a place looks, the the air by way of an ionization filter. better it is for me, as long as I can “You won’t walk into any of these see the potential.” The run down rooms in this place and smell musty, property looked bad, but hidden moldy air,” said Russo. behind all of the overgrowth and lack Each room has new porcelain of upkeep, the property boasts 1.1 tiles, new windows, new linens and acres with a 250 foot waterfront lot, towels, completely new bathrooms, clearly a property that is bursting with new flat screen TV’s, and a fridge and Throughout the years, the Tip Top Isles. Formerly Ashley Oaks, potential. “Everything was overgrown microwave, with many of them boast- beach has seen many changes. located at 17863 San Carlos Blvd, the with weeds,” says Russo as he ges- ing an eat-in kitchen. Other amenities Businesses have come and gone, new resort is nothing like its prede- tures towards the now sparkling pool. include an on-site coin-operated laun- changed names, and changed hands. cessor in any way except location. “The pool was filled in with grass this dry facility for guests to use, the solar- With each change comes a new step What was once a dilapidated old high! You couldn’t even see the canal heated pool, a patio with grills, and in the evolution of our Island and our building is now a shining new addition that runs along the back of the prop- boat and kayak rentals. The kayaks community. In some cases, the mem- to the beach and a welcome improve- erty,” he said. Now, the property is ory of the former business lingers on ment to the face of local commerce. re-landscaped, remodeled, and and adds a certain zest to the new “We have re-done everything refreshed. Russo hopes to eventually business. That is not the case with in here that you can imagine,” says put in a tiki-hut on the property since it does have a restaurant license as well. There are several rooms available to accommodate every There’s Always need. There are 7 efficiencies, 8 sin- Amazing gle rooms, 3 double rooms, 1 handi- capped accessible room, and 4 lofts. Somethin’ Goin’ On PIZZA! Each room is a bit different, with little touches that make them unique. “I’ve been in the construction business for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Happy Hour Daily 45 years,” said Russo. “I’ve been able to lay out the units in a way that uti- are free for guest of the resort to use, Monday Night lizes the most space and that pro- but you can rent them as well at a vides an open, airy, comfortable and rate of $20 for a half day and $40 for Chip Night clean feel.” All of the rooms are a full day. There are five boats avail- 2 for 1 from 4-7pm beautiful and spotless, but the lofts able for rent as well including a 17’ are really special. This is not your Bow Rider, a 21’ Center Console, a typical hotel room, and it really makes 24’ Deck Boat, and two pontoon quite an impression to see the white boats. The resort is running a special paneled loft above a fully furnished right now: $99 will get you a half day Live apartment down below. on the 20’ pontoon, and if you rent a Russo gestures towards the boat for the whole day, you get 50% Entertainment oversized dumpster that sits back on off of a room. Nightly the property. “When we started I Russo and his team are also called this place ‘Sanford and Son.’ running an $89 walk in special. That is our 40th dumpster we’ve filled “We’ve had some complaints from 239-463-9392 ext.355 WEEKENDS from working on this place—40th!” people that we are trying to lower the Each room has been gutted com- prices on the beach. We’re not trying Poolside at the Lighthouse Resortt LIVE BANDS pletely and repainted with mold and to do that. We just want people to 1051 Fifth Avenue, Ft. Myers Beachh 4-7pm mildew resistant paint. Each has a know we’re here. If someone stays new A/C unit that is self-controlled, for a week, we’re going to give them really quiet and efficient, and actually a break. If you want to stay three filters outllu, any-- mold and mildew from Resort units from $199,000 Model Open Daily

nights, or rent an efficiency, we’re THE . WEST BO TIQU _ BEACH going to give you a break.” “We’ve had great responses so far,” beamed Russo, “and we HARBOU -- HOUSE haven’t even advertised yet. We are trying to get rid of the Ashley Oaks l l name and reputation. I don’t want to Variety of room/suite styles - all with kitchens - all new construction Pool-Spa-Boat dockage-Beach and Bay access be associated with Ashley Oaks any l In the heart of Ft. Myers Beach’s entertainment district - walking distance to the public pier longer.” l Optional on-site rental management program l No restrictions on owner use The next time you drive by, stop in and see the difference for RESERVATIONS NOW AVAILABLE: (23,9) 463.. 0700 yourself. Check them out online at www~harbourhouseattheinn.com www.tiptipisles.com or call 239-466- 3099. Amanda Parke April 29th 2011 The Island Sand Paper Page 19

Prior to 1948, there was no way the fire truck tried to mark the the same store. This time they down the frame Pelican building fire protection nearer than Fort places where they could get water sold him the milk and whatever and built one of coquina rock and Myers. The fire department got out of the gulf or the canals, and goods he wanted. concrete. During the War years it organized with volunteers who almost every time they needed Carp spent the winters in was a hamburger palace and gen- elected “Pop” Howie to be the first water, someone had parked over Bonita Springs, which wasn’t even eral meeting place for the “war Fire Chief. Jeff Brame from the them. a town. He hung a blanket up widows” whose husbands were Gulf View Store was the Captain. Just after graduating from between two trees and that was stationed at Page and Don Zimmer, who had bought the high school, Carp decided to be a his tent. The fish were so plentiful Buckingham fields. Next to it was Red Coconut Trailer Park from Dr. tool and dye man and worked at a he had no trouble getting enough a grocery store and meat market, Voorhis in 1946, donated a Navy factory for a few years. But he to eat. At night he rolled himself owned by the Kronquists, then a surplus fire truck to the communi- had an itch to travel, so he up in mosquito netting and as he photo shop and bakery. Later it ty. Jeff’s wife, Ruth, bought him a became a hobo. He rode under told me, “slept like a baby.” became a post office and bakery. Army Jeep and painted it red and the rail cars from Indianapolis to When he decided to settle It has had many lives and now it is he loved nothing more than swing- Los Angeles, where he got a job down in Ft. Myers Beach, he got a T-shirt store and a cigar store. ing that truck around corners to to make enough money to travel married and had to provide for a 1938 saw Johnson’s deliver telegrams. When Jeff and again. He made his way all over family. He became the first paid Beach Drug and Fountain Service Ruth built the Gulf View Shop, the country, doing odd jobs and “volunteer” fireman on the beach. selling ice cream sodas and milk they moved the telegraph from living wherever he could. He He had a special phone in his for 10 cents. Watt Harris’s place down to the found that he loved the life this house which told him to get down There is much mistaken Gulf View Shop. Jeff loved to gave him although it had its set- to the fire house, as did every fire- information about the first post deliver those telegrams so much backs. One town where he got off man. Each man would close up office. The first post office was at than he got in the back Bay one the train he went into a store to his business and run to the fire the South end at the Koreshan time and swam out to a boat with buy himself a bottle of milk. They house. In those days, the settlement. It remained there until the telegram in his mouth. wouldn’t sell it to him because he response time was about 15 min- the 20s when Noni Burt took over Among the first fire fighters was so black from the soot of the utes. The firehouse was where it and had it in her beachwear shop was Warren Carpenter, Tommy rails. is now, next to the trailer park. Of on the corner of Pearl and Estero Jennings, Walt Thomas, Harry An old man sitting outside course, in the last year we have Blvd. Quigg, Bruce Campbell and Col. gave him a bar of soap and told acquired a new firehouse on Forty by eighty foot lots in O’Brian. There were no fire him to go down to the lake and Lenell St. and it is quite a show- the new subdivision built by hydrants so if the truck ran dry take a bath. place. Littleton Yent’s two sons, Rufus canals were used for an endless He bathed completely, Back to 1938, Littleton and Bill, started the Yent subdivi- water source as was the Gulf of washed his clothes, put on some Yent started small cottages on sion on Pearl St. Rolfe Schell Mexico. “Carp” told me about the clean clothes, then came back to Pearl St. and Harry Steel tore bought the first two lots and built the first house with plastered walls piersid grill.com and solar water heating on the island. That same year Yent start- FREE PARKING ON ed the Beachcomber Cottages on OLD SAN CARLOS BLVD the south side of Pearl St. The material cost was $100 per cot- AFTER 6PM tage. In 1938 lumber ran as low as $8 per thousand board feet. According to Rolfe Schell, “the lumber was so green that hand Live Entertainment · saws had to be constantly “oiled” HaPPY Hour with a pop bottle of kerosene stop- pered with a wick of Australian Great Uiew.. pine needles. Nails driven into the Great Food. unseasoned wood in the morning, Great Place! -i: had to be redriven again in the L0ca1ted Next to Tf11e Public P1ler ~ afternoon as the sun’s heat ~ 1000, Estero Blvd. pushed them out as much as half ~ Ft .. M,rers Beach IFL 33931 an inch.” The island was a buzz with Open 11 am - 11Pm Dail,-i activity in the 30s. All that Seafood • Steaks changed when the War started in Lunch • D n er • Cocictalls 1941. Beachs e Sandw ches Take Out Auailabfe Next week: The 1940s. Jean F. Matthew, Ph.D. -'---1...... J• W©XID &Lr 'u'GD~ ®~

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HARBOUR HOUSE PEPPERTREE POINT BOTANICA LAKES Developer Incentives!! New Resort located in the Beautifully landscaped 3 bedroom home near Beautifully furnished 3 bed/2 ½ bath home, heart of everything. Many floor plans available, the beaches, amenities include community pool, upgrades throughout. Community offers resort boat docks and it's pet friendly. tennis, fishing pier and boat docks are available. pool, tennis, fitness center & more. Prices starting at $199,900 MLS#201029347 $155,000 MLS#201112268 $184,900

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Ahh, the last day of April, it can begin. For those who had to dig in our mean so many things to so many of us. pockets and pay Uncle Sam, it means As the taillights of the last Canadians and another arduous chore done until April Michiganders march North it means that 15th of next year. For us business owners we have survived another season here on it means another flight north of our favorite Fort Myers Beach and for most of us, we bird, snowbirdicus americanus or the want a break...a break from the hour long snowbirds and for some of us, who just let wait to get on or off the island, a break another year runaway, it means that we from having to wait for a seat at our didn’t contribute to our retirement and we favorite eating establishment and a break think “I’ll get to it next year,” but if we wait from you name it, because during season, on saving for retirement, it can be haz- you usually have to wait for it. For those ardous. Hazardous to our financial health. still in school it means one last push until Did you know that experts say it •rm semi-retired." the endless days of summer vacation now takes well over $2 million dollars, as a couple, in our IRA’s to retire comfort- which we must make the money we saved ably in the US? Most of us would say, last for the rest of our lives. Secondly, the come on Eric we could never save that money we get each month doesn’t seem to All Bonds Are NOT much for my retirement, we are busi- go as far any longer due to 3.5% average ness owners or just simple folks and annual inflation and a rise in tax rates to Created Equally can just barely survive today’s econo- cover our country’s mounting debt, and my as it is. Let’s look at the actual finally because of unforeseen events in the If you 're in the 25% Municipal Bond numbers and how you can learn to US and global markets, our retirement tax bracket, a tax -free Sarasota FL climb that mountain or at least pick up resources have dropped by 30-40%, so as Public Hospital 5.625%* the pace in your climb. we continue to draw off those funds the bond yield ing Let’s say that our $2M makes an impact of taking $100K each year is more 5.625%* pays as Yield to Maturity like 8-10% instead of the 5% we started much after-tax Cal lable on : 07/ 01/ 19@ $1000.00 average of 5%, a reasonable rate, income as a taxable Final Maturity: 07/ 01/39 which means we have $100K to spend out taking. The main thing is to make a bond yield ing 7.5%. Rating: Fitch: AA· from our IRA’s. After taxes, Uncle plan and review it regularly with your finan- Price: $99.51 Sam lets us keep roughly $75K, since cial advisor. we are in the 25% tax bracket. This So, what steps can we take to •Yield effective 04/27/201 l, subject to avai lability. Yield and market va lue may ensure a healthy, happy, fun retirement? fluctuate ,f sold prior to maturity, and the amount you rece,ve from the sale of these gives us roughly $6200 to spend each securities may be more than, less than or equal to the amountorigmally mvested. month on living the life we always First, start early, if you are under the age Bond investments are subject to interest rate risk such that when interest rates nse, the prices of bonds can decrease and tile investor can, lose principal val ue. Any bond dreamed about while we were working. of 18, become disciplined and put some- called prior to maturity may result in reinvestment risk for the bond owner. Income may be subject to state and local ta~, as well as the alternative minimum ta~ (AMT). So, for the first couple years after we thing away each month in a Roth IRA, so it Municipa l bonds may have original Issue discounL punch the time clock for the last time grows tax free. If you are 18 - 50, max out For a complete listing of specific iss uer information, such as official statements, your Roth IRA contribution at $5K and if issuer disclosures and municipal bond pricing, please visit the MSRB's Electronic we go along living life without a care, Municipa l Market Access (EMMA) at www.emma.msrb.org. traveling to see our grandkids, visiting your company has a 401K plan, max that To invest in tax-free bonds, call or visit your local the places we always dreamed about out as well, this will get you well on your financial advisor today. and taking up the hobbies we merely way. If you are over 50, max your Roth IRA at $6K and your 401K. If you make Eric LTibbs played around with while we were Fi nancial Advisor working. more than $166K as a couple, you cannot 7205 Estero Blvd Ste 726 contribute to a Roth IRA, so you should Ft Myers Beach, FL 33931 But did we plan adequately for this 239-463--0 164 thing we call retirement or is our retire- look into a LIRP or Life Insurance ment running away from us? First of Retirement Plan it covers both retirement all, did we plan for the long haul? and life insurance, it like killing two birds www.edwardjones.com Member SIPC Most of us forget that retirement is not with one stone. the end of something, it is merely the As business owners, you’re eligible Edward Jones· to contribute a whole lot more than $5K MAl(ING SENSE OF INVESTING beginning of a 25 year marathon, in per year. With a SEP IRA you can contribute 25% of your pay up to $49K each year. With a SIM- PLE IRA you can contribute up NATURAL HEALTH to $11500. Business owners NATUROPATHIC - HOLISTIC - NUTRITIONAL are also eligible to start an Owner K or personal defined benefit plan. Business owners EXPERT TREATMENT AND RESULTS: should also look into LIRP’s, because they provide a couple ALLERGIES CANCER DIABETES great benefits and can potential- BLOOD PRESS. CHOLESTEROL HEART DISEASE ly be paid for by your business. These plans provide the safety MEMORY ISSUES ARTHRITIS DEPRESSION of life insurance for your family, DIGESTION INSOMNIA SPORTS NUTRITION in the event something should happen to you as well as a tax ANTI-AGING SPECIALIST free retirement vehicle for your future. If nothing else, you need IN HOME OR OFFICE CONSULTATIONS to start doing something today to contribute to your retirement, 239-463-0213 JUNKANOO otherwise your retirement will continue to runaway from you. KEVIN TUFTS Ph.D. NHC 3045 FIRE RED 7-11 Eric Tibbs ESTERO STA. COCONUT 3045 ESTERO BLVD is a financial advisor with Edward Jones and can be reached at SUPPLEMENTS VITAMINS HERBS ESSENTIAL OILS 239-463-0164 Page 22 The Island Sand Paper April 29th, 2011 Starry Starry Night Want to do something around safely, so we may be really different this Friday? doing these in the fall, which When was the last time you will be better because it gets took the time to look up at the dark earlier and younger kids thousands of twinkling lights will be able to come.” that make up our night sky? There is no charge for The new concessionaires at the program; however, parking Bowditch Point Regional Park is $1 per hour or up to $5 for have teamed up with the the day at the park. The Lee Southwest Florida Astronomical County Parks and Recreation Society (SWFAS) to offer the parking sticker is valid at public a special stargazing pro- Bowditch. The presentation is gram in Bowditch Park located subject to weather, but just at the very northern tip of Ft. because there are clouds over On March 17th of this year, Messenger became the first spacecraft ever to orbit our solar system’s Myers Beach. innermost planet – Mercury. This image is the first ever obtained from a spacecraft in orbit about one location doesn’t mean it’s “Two of the partners with Mercury. The bottom portion of this image is near Mercury's south pole and includes a region of cloudy on the Beach. Call (239) our concession, Calusa Ghost Mercury's surface not previously seen by spacecraft. 463-0300 for updates if the Tours, are very interested in the vast carpet of stars that events and even includes links weather appears to be a factor. stargazing and often take trips make up our near-by universe. to stunning photos of Mercury Insect repellent is recommend- to Pine Island,” said Wendy “Originally, we wanted to and the breathtaking astropho- ed. Rex – who runs the concession have this at the ampitheater, tography of Antonio Fernandez. Look for more fun events along with John Paeno – “They but then these guys told me The group hosts regular ‘star at Bowditch throughout the suggested that Bowditch would that their equipment weighs parties’ at Calusa Regional summer, including a spaghetti be a perfect place, so I contact- around 100 pounds so we Park and the Fakahatchee dinner at the beach and a sum- ed the SWFAS and they were decided to have it right near the Strand, and Rex hopes to have mer kayak camp for kids. excited about it, too.” parking lot,” said Wendy. “I’ve them back for more events at For more info call 239-463- The program will be held worked with them before out at Bowditch. 0300 or email calusaghost- next to the park’s parking lot on Manatee Park, and they really “The only thing I’m con- [email protected]. the evening of Friday, April 29th know what they’re doing.” cerned about is turtle season,” from 8:30 – 10:00 pm and will To get yourself ready for she said. “We have to use See you under the stars! include tips on viewing and some supreme stargazing, flashlights to get people moved Keri Hendry improving your view of the night check out SWFAS’s website at sky, informative discussions on theeyepiece.org. 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On April 8th 2011, our Engine 32 from San house burnt to the ground with Carlos Island were the first everything we owned in it. We responders. I would like to walked away with our lives and thank those boys for getting the clothes on our backs. So there so quickly. many memories lost. In the Although our fire dept. midst of our devastation was unable to save our house, though, something wonderful they all were kind and profes- happened. We were shown the sional throughout the night. beauty of humanity. My hus- Later that night, Julie C. band and I would like everyone and Janet B. from the Red to know about the amazing Cross came to give us aid. people that live in our commu- These women were angels. nity. They provided us with money When the fire first start- for food and gas, bags full of ed, before the fire dept. arrived, toiletries, even vouchers to Photo by Don Block a man with a pick-up truck who replace our lost glasses. They room, free of charge for three lunch out of their own pocket. had been sitting in traffic came also had some very helpful lit- days. In fact, he refused to take We have since been and rescued our boat from erature on how we needed to our money. I cannot express offered many places to stay under the house. He then proceed on. I never thought I how comforting it is to get a while we rebuild. The most promptly left. I never got to would be in need of aid for a shower and lay in a cool bed touching, by the Moses family, thank him, or ask his name. He disaster. I didn’t know what this after a night like that one. they are here on their annual did a completely selfless act, organization was capable of, The wonderful staff at vacation. with no expectations of any- but I must say, I’m impressed. the Pancake House, Mittsy and We have an incredible thing in return. Our neighbors on Lovers Debbie took the time in the community here, full of really I was in shock that my Ln., Dennis, Madonna, Michele, morning to coo and fuss over wonderful people. And while I house was on fire. It hadn’t and Sam, gave us shoes, clean my husband. They made sure am devastated about losing my even occurred to me that the clothes to wear, watched our his coffee was just as it would home, I am grateful to see boat was in danger. My car as animals and cooked many have been at home. Anything more clearly what makes me well. The deputy that called the meals for us. They are truly familiar can be such a relief. love Fort Myers Beach so fire in for us pushed my car to wonderful people. Greg, the owner gave us a cool much. Thank you to everyone the other side of the street. The Next, there is Glenn. He place to sit, with all the iced tea for your love and support. quick thinking of those two men is the manager at the Hideaway we could drink, to discuss what saved a bad situation from get- Hotel. We only met him that to do next. The three of them Maureen Groom ting even worse. night yet he did not hesitate to went so far as to pay for our Fort Myers Beach give us a 2 for $110.00 The Cracker Box seafood restaurant Swedish Massages and/or Looking for an old time Florida establishment One of the few, left remaining Classic Facials* MUSIC HOURS NEW MAY HOURS *J\!Jt to ba combimdwith any other offers, crupons or g,ftcerhficates. MON: Closed HOURS TUES: Closed JAM SESSION THURSDAY! Mon-Tues Closed WED: Ken & Friends 8-11pm 239-4 89-3063 Wed-Thurs 9am -11pm THURS: Jam Session 8-11pm NOW SERVING THURSDAYS: 1612() San O,rlosB/vd, Suit,, 5, Fort Jl:6,ais, Fl JJ9{)8 Fri 9am - 11pm FRI: Jim & Crackerbox 8-11pmt BREAKFAST Ladies Night 7-10pm Sat 9am-11pm SAT: Jim & Crackerbox 8-11pm $1 OFF Draft, Wine Closed Sunday Contour _

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Operation Medicine Cabinet [email protected] or at edge of other taxing authorities fmblions.com. All completed that provide services to Beach Lee County Sheriff Mike Scott is applications must be postmarked residents. Conference partici- sponsoring a pharmaceutical take by May 31, 2011. pants will benefit from presenta- back program on Saturday, April tions by noted speakers as well as 30, from 10am-2pm, next to the Kiwanis Dining Book site visits. Participation limited to Jockey store. Bring unused or the first 35 registrations. Deadline expired prescriptions and over the The Gateway to the Islands to register is May 4. Contact counter medications for proper Kiwanis Club has recruited 64 Cultural Resources at 765-0865. disposal. They will also accept restaurants in Lee County to offer needles and other sharps. The BOGO dining discounts in the Food Drive Sheriff’s office reminds you to lock “Delicious Dining Discount” book up all medications and keep them available now for only $20. All The Annual Letter Carrier Food away from children and teens. profits help local children and the Drive is set for Saturday, May 14. Don’t flush medications down the local community. Local restau- You are asked to leave non-per- toilet or toss in the trash-it is a rants participating include ishable food by your mailbox that danger to the environment. Anthony’s on the Gulf, Big Game day. Most food collected in the Bar & Grill, Caribbean Pearl, “Stamp Out Hunger” food drive will Free Fishing and Parks Charley’s Boat House Grill, Doc be donated to the Harry Chapin Ford’s Rum Bar & Grill, Junkanoo, Food Bank. Any food in The Florida Fish and Wildlife Lani Kai, NautiTurtle, Nervous unopened, non-breakable contain- Be sure to check the Nellie’s, Parrot Key, Skye’s, South ers will be accepted. Items espe- Sand Paper’s Entertainment Conservation Commission have announced two free weekends of Beach Grille and Beached Whale. cially needed are peanut butter, Magazine for a complete listing of You can find dining books at the tuna, rice, beans and canned May activities. The Magazine is saltwater fishing. The license free weekend of June 4/5 is the first Kiwanis Thrift Store at Summerlin meats, fruit and soup. now available at sites around the and Pine Ridge; Krusty Pete’s; island, including Topps, weekend of red snapper season in the Gulf. The second free week- Chamber office and at the Santini Watch Those Crabs DiamondHead, Nervous Nellies Doo Wop Festival on May 7th. Or and the Sand Paper office at 1661 end is June 18/19, Father’s Day weekend. you can phone 415-3100 or go to The Florida Fish and Wildlife Estero Blvd. See pg. 28 for more kiwanisgtti.com Commission is asking the public to locations near you. Florida State Parks will offer half off admission on both help identify horseshoe crab Mother’s Day, May 8, and Father’s Beach Leadership spawning areas. The best time to Day, June 19. Conference find spawning horseshoe crabs is Royal Wedding Fete around high tide, around a full or Lions Scholarships Available The 2nd Annual Beach Leadership new moon. The new moon condi- All Colonists are invited to join the Conference will be offered in May tions around May 3 and full moon royal party celebrating Will and for interested residents and prop- around May 17 will create good Kate’s nuptials on Saturday, April The Beach Lions are now accept- ing applications for their 2011 “WE erty owners. Dates are May 11, opportunities to view spawning 30 at 6pm at Bonita Bill’s. Ladies 14, 18 and 20. Participants will activity. The FWC asks beachgo- are asked to wear their best hat SERVE” scholarships. Cash awards for college or vocational develop a better understanding of ers to report the number of horse- and, of course, their silk gloves. the Town’s government and knowl- shoe crabs they see and whether There will be music and dancing educational assistance are given and bagpipes. Come prepared to to local students who demonstrate have fun! ability, need and a solid record of community service. Applications are available by email

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On July “Celebrating Bromeliads” which note how many are mating adults 22, hear the Crossroads Quartet, opens May 1 and runs through and how many are juveniles (4 Lee County Parks a new vocal group steeped in the May 29 in the Caretaker’s House. inches wide or smaller). FWC tradition of the Barbershop genre. The exhibit features 18th century asks people to report sightings by Guided walks are offered at local The final concert in the summer bromeliads illustrations collected calling 866-252-9326, or emailing Lee parks every week. Barrier series will feature Reiko, Violist by Jack Kramer, noted author. He [email protected]. Islands Guided Walk is offered on and Friends on August 18. Reiko will be present at an Opening Tuesdays, 9:30-11am and Fridays, is the Concertmaster of the Reception from 1-4pm on May 1. 1-2:30pm at Bowditch Point Park. Southwest Florida Symphony. $5. On May 6 from 8am-6pm, Free Legal Advice Learn about the importance of She and her friends will present a the Director will host a visit to the barrier islands and their unique concert of both classical and pop- Morikami Museum and Japanese In honor of Law Week, local attor- ecosystem. On Thursdays from ular favorites. All concerts are at Garden in DelRay Beach. The trip neys will be hosting ”Law in the 9:30-11am, you can join the 7:30pm. $15/concert or will include a visit to the world Mall” at Edison Mall on Saturday, Mangrove Walk at the Matanzas $35/series. Call 454-2067 for tick- headquarters of the American April 30 from 10am-2pm. The Pass Preserve and enjoy an edu- ets or information. Orchid Society. $95 includes event will offer free public consul- cational walk through the diverse transportation, lunch and tour. tations with attorneys. Bring rele- preserve. Guided walks are free. Mother’s Day, May 8 offers free vant documents with you. Free Parking is free at Matanzas Pass Beach School Enrollment admission to the Estates for any seminars will be offered through- Preserve and $1/hour at Bowditch. mother accompanied by her paid out the day on small claims court Call 533-7444. Enrollment for the 2011/12 school child. There will also be a special (10am), family law (11am), simple year has begun at the Beach Mother’s Day Brunch in the wills (12pm) and foreclosure School. Come to the Beach Gardens at 11am. Registration (1pm). Lovers Key State Park School office Mon-Fri, 7am-3pm. required for Brunch. $35/adult; Your child must be 5 years old by $15/ages 4-12; under 3 free. Call Newton Park A variety of activities are offered at Sep 1, 2011. If you are new to 334-7419 for more info. Lovers Key throughout the month. Lee County Schools you will need This park is a beach front property Reservations are required. All the following: original birth certifi- and historic home which offers programs are held at 10am and cate, health exam within 12 mos picnic tables, bocce courts, chick- are free with park admission. or enrollment, social security card FISH-TALI ee hut and public restrooms. Friday, May 6, a Black Island if available, immunization card <:Ji=.IYNRINR Several ongoing activities are Kayak Tour will be offered. Join a (original blue card) and proof of offered at the park, including a park naturalist for a mile and a address (current utility bill, signed DOLPHIN & SUNSET guided beach walk, “Treasures of half kayak tour. Learn the history lease, homestead exemption card the Sea” offered every Weds at of Black Island. Tuesday, May 10, or mortgage acceptance letter) If CRU ISE SCHEDULE 9am. The walk is about 90 min. join a Beach Walk and Estuary living with relatives or friends, you Friday On Tuesday evenings from 5:30- Tour with a naturalist. 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Every NW race this year has been won by a Cup driver with Edwards and KY winning the last 5 , Tony Stewart and 7 Ryan Newman -42 Aric Almirola -7 Mark Martin winning the other 2. There are some fresh faces at the top of the NW points stand- 8 Matt Kenseth -43 Brian Scott -36 ings but you have to wonder how some of these kids feel about finishing third behind 2 Cup 9 Juan Montoya -49 Kenny Wallace -48 drivers. With the new points system implemented by NASCAR this year does a third place finish that vaults you into the points lead feel as good as a victory? 10 Clint Bowyer -50 Michael Annett -80 The Cup races on the other hand have been very competitive with 7 different drivers winning 11 Paul Menard -53 Steve Wallace -82 the first 8 races. Four of the first eight races have set or tied lead change records resulting in 12 Tony Stewart -55 Josh Wise -86 some record setting finishes. The first 8 races have also had the highest average of leaders per 13 Jeff Gordon -61 Mike Bliss -92 race, more lead changes per race and more green flag passes than ever before. This Saturday night’s race at Richmond and next Saturday night’s race in Darlington should 14 Mark Martin -69 Joe Nemechek -95 prove to bring more of the same. Two weeks in a row of sparks flying under the lights is a great 15 A.J. Allmendinger-69 J.Clements -96 way to start off the rest of the season after the Easter break. 16 Greg Biffle -74 Mike Wallace -108 One Cup driver, Andy Lally, spent his Easter break by competing in the COPA America Submission Grappling Championships held in Duluth,GA. Lally enjoys staying sharp by work- 17 Denny Hamlin -100 Scott Wimmer -118 ing out with MMA warriors when he is not driving stock cars. He aspires to be a Brazilian Jiu 18 Kasey Kahne -101 Eric McClure -125 Jitsu Black Belt some day. I don’t think you will see any Cup drivers calling him out after a 19 Martin Truex Jr. -103 Derrike Cope -127 race if he put's them in the wall, but I can think of a couple that I would like to. I think seeing Jeff Gordon or Tony Stewart getting bent into a pretzel would make for great post race TV. 20 David Ragan -104 Ryan Truex *-130 Today would have been Dale Earnhardt Sr’s 60th birthday. There is an annual celebration of his legacy and life in Mooresville,NC. at the DEI museum. If you’re like me and have NEXT CUP dreamed of driving a ride like the ones he drove to so many championships, go to RACE daleearnhardtinc.com and register to win a unique 2011 Intimidator Camaro. The drawing 4/30*7:30pm* is held at the end of his birthday celebration ceremony, with all the entry funds donated to his charity organization. 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