P&Z does not recommend Moore's zoning change
October 20, 2009
Moore’s Stone Crab Restaurant & Marina owner Alan Moore said his 43-year-old business will shut down unless the town approves a request to change the zoning of the property on which the eatery sits.
LLSA Chamber and SK Chamber joint mixer
October 20, 2009
The Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key Chamber of Commerce hosts a joint mixer with the Siesta Key Chamber at Flemings.
Siekmann responds to county commissioner
October 19, 2009
Longboat Key Vice Mayor Robert Siekmann responded to Manatee County Commissioner Joe McClash’s stance on the town’s breakwater project in a letter submitted to The Longboat Observer last week.
Update: Longboat police officer terminated
October 16, 2009
Longboat Key Police Officer Pati Beardsley was terminated Thursday, Oct. 15 by Police Chief Al Hogle after his department completed an internal investigation of her Sept. 16 arrest, in which she waved her department-issued handgun at a motorist that pulled into the driveway of her Sarasota home.
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.
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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.
