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SRQ DAILY Oct 28, 2024

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"Our goal is to provide residents with a living environment that offers peace of mind, even in the face of potential storms."

- Sam Gault, Developer, Peninsula Sarasota.
 

[Politics]  Battie, Felton Offer Competing Visions on Workforce Housing
Jacob Ogles, jacob.ogles@srqme.com

Kyle Battie won his seat on the Sarasota City Commission four years ago defeating an incumbent on the argument the city too often stalled progress. Now he faces a challenger, Sequoia Felton, who feels Sarasota officials have continued to ignore the working class.

The two candidates faced off in a three-person election in August, where no candidate secured a majority. Voters in District 1 will decide in a Nov. 5 election who represents North Sarasota on the Commission for the next four years.

Battie feels his record is strong, from approving a master plan for Marie Selby Botanical gardens, pursuing further progress at The Bay and using conservation easements to preserve the Bobby Jones Golf Club. Specific to the Newtown area, he discusses improvements at Pioneer Park, which had a dilapidated basketball court when Battie was first elected.

“Now the basketball court is the best in the city of Sarasota,” he said. “It’s huge to see the number of people of all ages and ethnicities playing with each other.”

Felton, for her part, feels Battie claims credit for many things already in motion before his 2020 election over former Mayor Willie Shaw.

“I can’t speak for everybody, but the community feels he hasn’t done enough in Newtown,” she said. “They feel he just left them behind.”

Felton feels especially frustrated by the city’s claimed advances in workforce housing, and considers many of the units coming only as still out of reach for most working people in her community.

“I’m a single woman who moved here in 2006,” she said. “I have never had a problem trying to find prices as far as rent goes that were affordable. Nobody in my district is making $65,000 for ‘attainable’ housing.”

The same goes for affordable housing models in Sarasota, which she said remain out of reach for most working families.

Battie, for his part, said more has occurred to incentive development of workforce housing than any point in the city’s history. Previously, he said the only effective work in the arena was done by the Sarasota Housing Authority in complexes like Janie’s Garden. But a bonus density program for developers has spurred plans to bring hundreds of affordable units online.

The incumbent also stressed income thresholds for housing are based on households, not just individuals. But he also said there must be room for people to improve themselves and their own earning power while taking advantage of available affordable housing.

“I want people to want and expect more of themselves,” Battie said. “If you make $13,000 or $26,000 a year, that’s fine. What I’m not okay with is you being okay with it. I feel everyone has the potential to be more.”

Battie also said the city has focused on public safety during his time in office, improving lighting and active uses of parks that once frequently saw drug activity and prostitution take place regularly. He said the city largely eliminated those problems in places like the 10th Street bus terminal. Parks once seen as unsafe after dark now have women walking dogs there at night, a testament to the improvements he said.

Felton said she regularly hears complaints about a lack of affordable housing and of overdevelopment in the city. She’s eager to study issues and find the right balance in planning for the city’s future. 

Photos: Kyle Battie, Sequoia Felton

[Accreditation ]  Sarasota County Correctional Facility Earns Re-Accreditation

Sarasota County Sheriff Kurt A. Hoffman is pleased to announce that the Sarasota County Correctional Facility was re-accredited by the Florida Corrections Accreditation Commission (FCAC) at a ceremony October 9 in Sanibel, Florida. Jail policies, management, operations, and support services were scrutinized by assessors over a three-day onsite visit in August. The assessors praised the agency for a flawless onsite visit, its tenth in a row, complying with all 256 applicable standards required for re-accreditation. This accomplishment earned the sheriff’s office the commission’s prestigious Excelsior Award for the fifth time. The commission also complimented the agency on the number of correctional facility programs offered addressing mental health, substance abuse, and in particular, the veterans assistance program. 

[Hurricane ]  Golden Gate Point Construction Avoids Major Impact from Hurricane Milton in Sarasota

As Sarasota and Manatee counties work diligently to recover  from the recent hurricanes, the real estate market shows signs of resilience, particularly in  Downtown Sarasota and its luxury condominium developments. This comes in the wake of  Hurricanes Helene and Milton, which struck the region in quick succession, causing significant  challenges to the local infrastructure. Notably, Golden Gate Point, a 22-acre peninsula surrounded by Sarasota Bay, demonstrated  surprising fortitude against the storm's impact. Although the area experienced landscaping and  tree damage, the integrity of the buildings remained intact, mitigating potential delays for  under-construction condominiums. Sam Gault, developer of Peninsula Sarasota, a premier luxury condominium project on Golden  Gate Point, remarked, “We’re fortunate that Golden Gate Point sustained minimal damage. Our infrastructure remained unaffected, and while cleanup will take a few weeks, we anticipate  only a couple month delay in our project timeline.”  This resilience underscores a significant trend in the design and construction of condominiums  along Florida's coastlines. New buildings are engineered to withstand severe weather,  reflecting advancements in construction techniques and materials. Gault emphasized, “Our  collaboration with our architects and construction team focused on using the best materials  and modern building practices to prepare for Florida’s hurricanes. Our goal is to provide  residents with a living environment that offers peace of mind, even in the face of potential  storms.” While many developments are experiencing substantial delays of 18 to 20 months, Peninsula  Sarasota is on track for a timely completion. The project, which will feature just 23 exclusive  residences, is expected to be move-in ready by early 2025, with only six residences available  for purchase, starting at $4.5 million. “Feedback from our residents has been overwhelmingly positive. They are enthusiastic about  the prospect of moving into their new homes next year,“ said Gault. “We also realize there will  be many displaced barrier residents who will be rebuilding or relocating to the mainland. Our  construction timeline provides another option.” 

  


 
[Hospital News]  Nurse Shares her Breast Cancer Journey After Routine Screening

"I was with a patient when I got the call that I had breast cancer," said Kristin McCrosson, BSN, R.N., clinical nurse manager at HCA Florida Englewood Hospital Wound Care. In 2019, her life changed when she went to her annual screening mammogram. Many women have dense breast tissue, making screening more difficult. In Kris' case, she could not feel anything abnormal with a self-breast examination. Her provider ordered additional ultrasound and MRI screenings, revealing three breast lumps. She was diagnosed with left breast cancer, stage 2. At this stage, breast cancer has grown, but is still contained in the breast tissue or the growth has only extended to axillary lymph nodes. According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime, and there are currently over four million breast cancer survivors in the United States. When breast cancer is detected early and is in the localized stage, the 5-year survival rate is 99%. Early detection includes doing monthly self-exams, regular clinical breast exams and mammograms. The Centers for Disease Control recommends women who are 40 to 74 years old and are at average risk for breast cancer get a mammogram every two years. Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Paul Chupka, D.O. encourages women to consider 3D mammography. "It represents the most advanced tool we have for screening mammography and we offer it at Englewood Hospital. Having a regular, yearly screening mammogram is the best way to be sure breast cancer is detected early. This allows you and the radiologist to have a clear picture of what your healthy breast tissue looks like, and changes in the tissue from year to year can be identified." Kristin was grateful for early detection, "According to my doctor, if I had waited two more months for my mammogram, I might not be sitting here today. I was more concerned about how to tell my husband that I had breast cancer than me actually having it." After 8 weeks of chemo and 16 radiation treatments, Kristin was cancer-free and is now fully recovered. She said, "My husband said, 'Why you?' and I said,' Why not me? ' Cancer does not discriminate. I kept a positive attitude and was always smiling. It helped that family and friends were positive. I just can't say enough about the support I had." Kristin recommends that women get screened on their birthdays each year. She said, "Give that as a birthday gift to yourself. You can't forget. I can't stress enough how important it is to get a mammogram. It will save your life." For more information about women’s care, please visit HCAFloridaHealthcare.com or follow our Facebook page, HCA Florida Englewood Hospital. 

Pictured: Kristin McCrosson, BSN, R.N. Photo courtesy of HCA Florida Englewood Hospital.

[Hospital News]  Dr. Stacey South Achieves Milestone as First Surgeon to Complete 3,000 Robotic Surgeries at Manatee Memorial Hospital

Manatee Memorial Hospital (MMH) proudly recognizes Dr. Stacey South, a Master Surgeon, for her significant achievement in robotic surgery. Dr. South, who was instrumental in establishing the hospital's robotics program in 2008, has now become the first surgeon to complete 3,000 procedures using the da Vinci® surgical robotic system. MMH was the first hospital in the county to introduce a robotics program, with Dr. South leading the way by performing the inaugural robotic procedure. Now, 16 years later, the oncologic gynecologist celebrates this remarkable milestone and the advancements in robotic technology that have transformed surgical care. Today, MMH utilizes the advanced da Vinci Xi Robotic System from Intuitive, providing surgeons with enhanced precision and flexibility. For patients, this means minimally invasive procedures that result in faster recovery times, reduced risk of infection, and less post-operative pain. Many patients are able to return home the same day or the following day. With such impressive outcomes, robotic-assisted surgeries are quickly becoming the standard of care. MMH’s robotic surgery program has achieved such success that it now serves as a training center for surgeons from across the region. "Having a program of this caliber in Manatee County is a true point of pride for our community," said CEO Andy Guz. In addition, MMH is home to five Master Surgeons recognized by the Surgical Review Corporation , further solidifying its position as a leader in robotic-assisted surgery. 

Photo courtesy of Manatee Memorial Hospital.



[SRQIST]  Clean Beauty
Eliana Burns, Eliana@srqme.com

The Figgy Company brings a fresh beauty philosophy to Burns Square, October 2024.

 

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[SOON]  BUSINESS: Lets Connect at Oscura in Old Manatee , August 31 – December 26, 8:30-10am

Connect with local business owners at every Thursday at Oscura. Lets Connect is a community of collaborative business professionals from the Manatee and Sarasota County areas. RSVP on Eventbrite to attend, admission is free.

[SOON]  GALA: Inspire the Night: Veils & Visions , November 9, 6:30-9:30pm

Please join us for Inspire the Night: Veils & Visions, a special fall fundraising event to benefit Art Center Sarasota in our mission to build community connection through the universal language of art!

Art Center Sarasota, 707 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota FL 34236

[SOON]  GRAB BAG: Small Business of the Year Awards , November 14, 4:oopm - 7:00pm

Join us as we celebrate local small businesses and non-profit organizations that exemplify the diversity, spirit, and community-mindedness that make Manatee County special. All Nominees, Finalists, and Award Winners will be recognized and celebrated at the 44th Annual Small Business of the Year Awards Ceremony followed by a Cocktail & Hors d'oeuvres Reception.

Bradenton Area Convention Center, 1 Haben Blvd. Palmetto, FL 34221

[SOON]  GALLERY: MOD Weekend 2024 - The Sarasota School of Architecture Reawakening , November 14 – November 17, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

Enjoy talks presenting different "Perspectives on Preserving Modern Architecture," attend exclusive tours inspired by Moderns That Matter: Sarasota 100, explore iconic mid-century modern neighborhoods like Lido Shores and South Gate, and relax on an architectural boat tour. The weekend rounds out with a brunch and panel discussion with the 'Next Generation' of architects - and a tour of contemporary homes. 

Architecture Sarasota, 265 S Orange Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236

[SOON]  : Sarasota Slam Pickleball Tournament , November 16, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm

In its second year, the pickleball tournament will take place on Saturday, November 16 at Pompano Park in Sarasota from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registered singles and doubles will participate in a round robin style tournament to compete for prizes in Advanced category. 30 percent of this year’s proceeds will go to All Faiths Food Bank, designated specifically to help storm victims, with the other remaining 70 percent supporting SHS athletics.

Pompano Park, 601 S. Pompano Ave. Sarasota, FL 34237

[SOON]  GALA: The Inaugural “Wonder Gala” , December 6, 6:30 pm

The fundraising event will feature compelling narratives from families whose lives have been transformed by The Florida Center, offering a glimpse into the powerful impact of its programs. The Florida Center for Early Childhood announces its inaugural “Wonder Gala,” a newly reimagined fundraiser poised to make an even greater impact than its predecessor, the Winter Gala. 

The Ora, 578 McIntosh Rd, Sarasota, FL 34232

[SOON]  FOOD: Game Watching at Pie on Main , September 10 – December 31, 11:00 am - 12:00 am

Since we opened in January, SRQ is getting to know us for our hand-tossed & crafted Pie's, Calzones, Sammies & Salads + our tasty beverages. Now you can join your buddies for what some call 'the most wonderful time of the year' - FOOTBALL SEASON! Drop in when you're strolling on Main to catch your team or join your buddies for Pie On Main's Game Watching parties, featuring Happy Hours from 4-7:00 Daily, plus our Special Sub of the Day and extensive selection of Domestic and craft taps. Ask your friendly barkeep about our Tuesday Karaoke or our sister restaurant, 3.14 Pi in Siesta Village. Convenient parking in our lot on First Street.

Pie on Main, 1507 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236

[SOON]  FESTIVAL: The Sarasota Medieval Fair , November 2 – December 1, 10:00 am - 5:30 pm

We can already hear the sounds of the fair: the shouts of “throw wide the gates!”, laughter at our Children’s Realm, cheers during the equestrian tournaments, and the music from wandering troubadours.  And who could forget the aroma of turkey legs and kettlecorn in the air? The festival as more than just an event. The Sarasota Medieval Fair brings together local artisans, performers, and vendors, and serves as a fundraiser to multiple non-profit organizations. 

Woods of Mallaranny, 29847 FL-70 E. Myakka City, FL 34251

[SOON]  PERFORMANCE: Yamazalde Trio , November 2, 4:oopm - 6:00pm

Described by the New York Times as playing with “explosive vigor and technical finesse,” Sandy Yamamoto has dazzled audiences in concert performances around the globe for the past three decades as a soloist and as a member of the award-winning Miro Quartet. Matthew Zalkind is a top-prize winner in multiple international competitions, and Julio Elialde is one of the most sought-after recital partners in the country This program includes music by Haydn, Mendelssohn and Paul Schoenfeld.

Church of the Palms, 3224 Bee Ridge Rd Sarasota, FL 34239

[SOON]  SEMINAR: Off the Page Literary Celebration: Author Amor Towles , November 8, 7-8:30pm

Amor Towles is the award-winning author of “Rules of Civility,” “A Gentleman in Moscow,” “The Lincoln Highway,” and “Table for Two.” His novels have sold more than 6 million copies and have been translated into more than 30 languages. “A Gentleman in Mocow” is now an eight-episode series starring Ewan McGregor for Paramount +/Showtime. “The Lincoln Highway” is set to be adapted to film by director Christopher Storer for Warner Brothers. Towles graduated from Yale and received his M.A. in English from Stanford. He now resides in Manhattan, where he lives with his wife and two children.

Venice Performing Arts Center, 1 Indian Ave., Venice

[SOON]  FESTIVAL: Wellen Park Wine Festival , November 15 – November 16, 1-4pm

Wellen Park is kicking off Southwest Florida’s wine festival season with the inaugural Wellen Park Wine Festival. The ticketed outdoor event will feature 30 vintners, a wine class for those aspiring to learn more about wine, live music, light bites and plenty of opportunities for aficionados to sip, swirl, savor and shop dozens of wines. The festival, taking place along Wellen Park Boulevard and on the Great Lawn in Downtown Wellen, celebrates distinguished winemakers and the culinary talents of Wellen Park restaurateurs.   The Wellen Park Wine Festival offers an exclusive Premium Experience, beginning with a gourmet wine dinner and preview tasting Friday evening, Nov. 15. This package also includes early entry to the grand tasting Saturday, Nov. 16, from 1 to 4 pm. Aimed at elevating the festival experience, an 11am Wine Tasting 101 class will introduce the essentials of wine tasting and how to pick the right wines based on smell and taste.  General admission tickets are $85 for the grand tasting event on Nov. 16. The wine class, from 11 a.m. to noon in Solis Hall, is $25.

Downtown Wellen Park, 12275 Mercado Drive, Venice

[SOON]  PERFORMANCE: Moonlight & Melodies: Dinner with Verdi in Parma , November 16, 6:30 pm

Sarasota Opera will be celebrating and highlighting Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi with an intimate fine dining experience 6:30 p.m. Nov. 8 at the Sarasota Opera House Courtyard, 61 N. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota. Individual tickets are $225. Seating is limited.

Sarasota Opera, 61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota FL 34236

[SOON]  GRAB BAG: Downtown Wellen Park Night Market , August 8 – May 8, 6-9pm

The Wellen Park Night Market returns the second Thursday of each month from 6-9pm offering an evening of shopping, live music and dining under the twinkling lights of Downtown Wellen. The Night Market features independent artists and makers specializing in art, jewelry, boutique fashion, home decor, bottle art, wood designs and specialty food items set up along Wellen Park Boulevard with 50 rotating vendors. Food items included rum cakes, desserts, lemonade, barbecue and vegan fare.

Wellen Park, 19745 Wellen Pk Blvd

[SOON]  MUSEUM: Life in One Cubic Foot , September 7 – January 5, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Life in One Cubic Foot features the research of Smithsonian scientists and photographer David Liittschwager as they discover what a cubic foot of land or water—a biocube— reveals about the diversity of life on our planet. Life in One Cubic Foot is organized by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service in collaboration with the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History.

The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, 201 10th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205

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