Mote announces new trustee and advisory council chairman
October 16, 2009
Penelope Kingman joined Mote’s board of trustees, and Rande Ridenour is the new chairman of Mote’s Advisory Council.
Town Commission meets for regular workshop
October 15, 2009
The Longboat Key Town Commission met Thursday, Oct. 15, for a regular workshop.
County commissioner defends letter
October 14, 2009
Manatee County Commissioner Joe McClash defended his position to dispute the Longboat Key’s application for breakwaters on the north end of the island in a letter sent Tuesday, Oct. 13.
Key Club holds town hall meeting
October 14, 2009
The meeting featured a presentation from Longboat Key Club and Resort General Manager Michael Welly, as well as a panel discussion.
Term limit rules questioned
October 14, 2009
A resolution that allowed Commissioner Peter O'Connor to finish out two months of a partial term without affecting his ability to run for three consecutive two-year terms may be reviewed.
Key Club to dispel concerns
October 14, 2009
Planning, Zoning and Building Director Monica Simpson says there is a lack of 'sufficient evidence' that doesn’t allow her to recommend approval of the Islandside renovation project.
Sand options exist for North Shore
October 14, 2009
Last week, the Manatee County Commission approved an emergency dredging project on Jewish Key and a gift of sand to Longboat.
Welly speaks to local groups
October 14, 2009
The Longboat Key Club and Resort’s general manager is presenting an overview of its $400 million Islandside plans to residents and members this week.
Opposition to park plans steps up
October 14, 2009
The plans for Bird Key Park include pedestrian and bicycle trails, updated landscaping and a move of parking to the east side of the park from the west side.
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Hat's off to Dee Pelton, volunteers
05/15/13
Dee Pelton held a luncheon that will be tough to top. -
Youth sailors descend on City Island
05/15/13
Approximately 250 people hit the water Saturday, April 20 through Sunday, April 21, for Sailfest. The regatta, Sarasota Youth Sailing's biggest fundraiser of the year, included four classes of competition — Optimus, 420, Laser and Multi-hull — and a barbecue feast. -
Book club sunsets for the season
05/15/13
The Sunset Beach Book Club, in its 10th year, ended this season with a luncheon and discussion of the book “Gone Girl,” by Gillian Flynn, April 18, at Lazy Lobster. Discussion moderator was Ricki Carroll. Together, the group read five books this season.
