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EK OF OCTOBERisland12,2012IslandFacesSANIBEL AND CAPTIVA, FLORIDAVISIT US ONLINEATCelebrityIslandDinner- Page 28CAPTIVASANIBEL.COMNew Public Works director on the jobBy JIM LINETTEjlinette@breezenewspapers.comAll those vacation visits to Sanibel haspaid off for Keith Williams and his familyThe payoff came last week whenWilliams left his native Georgia lo starthis new job as the director of the SanibelPublic Works Department."When we vacationed here my wifeand I fell in love with the area," saidWilliams. "We've always kept an eye outfor the chance to live here."Williams,33,replaces Gates Castle,who retired in Aprilafter 20 years of service on the island."I'm looking forward to working withhim and his staff," saidSanibel City ManagerJudith Zimomra. "Hehas a background inenvironmental engineering *as well as Keith Williamsengineering which makes him a perfect fitfor Sanibel."Scott Krawczyk, who served as actingdirector when Castle retired, returns to hisformer post as deputy director. He alsowas a member of the committee chargedwith finding a new director.Since 2007 Williams had served as acity engineer in Smyrna, Ga., after a brieftime in the private sector. He grew up inMarietta, Ga., and earned his civil andenvironmental engineering degrees fromthe University of Tennessee."1 think he's a good guy and he has theright credentials," said Sanibel MayorKevin Ruane.He brings a youthful energy to thePublic Works Department in his new roleas director."This is a great opportunity for me,"said Williams. "It's my goal to continuethe rich history of Sanibek 1 like the setting of Sanibel and way the city and islandhave handled its culture and the naturalelement."See PUBLIC WORKS, page 20ChurchapplicationapprovedBy JIM UNETTEjIiijette@breezenewspapers .comFISH 10K expecting 400 runnersBy JIM LINETTEjlinette@Breezenew5papers.comrganizers of the 10K Race 4FISH are hoping that forecastersare as generous with perfectweather on Saturday as they were lastyear."The FISH l OK is expected to attractmore than 400 runners this year — lastOctober's race saw perfect weather andthe race had 385 runners," said FriendsIn Service Here (FISH) board VPBlanaid Colley. "We hear that this year'sforecast predicts ideal running conditions again for Oct. 13."The entire island community throwsout the red carpet to welcome runners,their families and friends and casual visitors for the 4th annual event that is amajor fund-raising effort for FISH. Morethan 40 island businesses and organizations are Financially sponsoring the raceRegistrations are still being taken forSaturday's race, which starts at 7:30a.m. at the Sanibel Community House onPeriwinkle Way.The entry fee is 40 on race day. butanyone who can manage to sign uptoday. Oct. 12, there's a 5 discount.The more than 400 runners, about 75percent of whom live off island, willsnake their way around a marked 6.2-Omile course on theisland to finishwhere they startedattheCommunityHouse.Therouteheads east onPeriwinkle toCasaYbelRoad for thefirstmile,picks up "WestGulfDriveand turns northon Tarpon Bay Road after threemiles. The course takes a turn on IslandInn Road before returning to Periwinkleat Bailey's Center for the final leg to thefinish line.A trade fair accompanies the raceaimed at the families and friends as wellas the runners. Refreshment tables andwater stations are set up around thecourse for runners."The 1 OK really does three things forFISH," said board president BillFellows. "First, it helps raise muchneeded funds to help keep the foodpantry stocked; allows us to continue ourback-pack program for Sanibel; andhelps fund our "Helping Hands emer-gency financial assistance program."The race helps increase awarenessabout FISH and third, it is great for thecommunity. This event brings a greatatmosphere and people to the island."In addition to the food pantry, FISHserves those on Sanibel or Captiva thatare in need by providing free serviceslike transportation, meal delivery, healthequipment and emergency financialassistance. FISH served more than 750people last year with its army of 200volunteers.Sanibel Community Church's application to modify its original conditional usepermit to include two additional air conditioning units was approved at Tuesday'sSanibel Planning Commission meeting.That said, the matter was discussed fornearly three hours by commissioners, several upset resident neighbors and RayPavelka, representing the church.To address complaints about excessivenoise made by the air conditioning compressors that face neighboring residences,Pavelka provided data from three soundpressure level testsdone at the site.Starting with a base"ambient" backgroundnoise level of 42 decibels, a church consultant recorded a level of I48 to 49 db with allseven A/C units running.CodeEnforcement readingsranged from 56 to 59 Kevin Ruanedb, about the sameresults as an outside source.City code states sound levels should notexceed a level of 60 db between 10 p.m.and 7 a.m. and 66 db from 7 a.m. to 10p.m."Both readings are below 60 db, thelowest level allowed," said Pavelka. "Wehave to be responsive to the residents' concerns, but there are limitations. In the interest of being good neighbors, we will continue to look at options to reduce noise."Pavelka said' a number of measuresalready have been taken on the issue, suchSee PLANNING, page 20IMCinrrnnAVIVVulUE I U U H YLetters to the EditorWord on the Island1414BusinessPreserving Paradise1722Island LivingSports2326

Galaand& Specialto the Reporter1 OX) NsVJ2Ouo*CtaO4 E JOccs * w " 8aes mmCJgolf to benefit Barbara's Friendspresentation of heavy hors d'oeuvres andcocktails, entertainment, and live and silentauctions.The event continues with a GolfTournament at West Bay Beach and GolfClub in Estero on Oct. 29. The tournamentfeatures a shotgun start and includes a continental breakfast and on-course refreshments.Cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and awards will bepresented following play.Golf and Gala ticket packages includeeight Gala tickets and a golf foursome for 1,600. Individual Gala tickets are 100per person.The Children's Hospital of Southwestmany years, upped the ante last year whenThe Everglades Region Florida Chapter members committed to raise 500,000 forof the Club Managers Association of The Children's Hospital of SouthwestAmerica (CMAA)will make dreams come Florida "Gift of a Lifetime" CapitalCampaign within the next five years.tine for local children at its 15thSince its inception in 1998, theannual Charity Classic Gala andCharity Classic has raised moreGolf Tournament on Oct. 28than 1.12 million for children29.in Lee and Collier counties.Proceeds from the eventThis two-day event, whichwillbenefitBarbara'skicks off at Grey Oaks CountyFriends — The Children'sHospital Cancer Fund. The O O O O O O Q Club in Naples, provides anopportunity for the host clubs toorganization, which has beenshowcase their capabilities. Asraising funds for children in thesuch, guests should expect a superbSouthwest Florida community foroooo ooooodoooooopoooooopooooocBroadway Palm eventbenefits Crime StoppersAnglers compete for kayakin Blueway tournamentSpecial to the ReporterIn less than a month, the winner of the2012CalusaBluewayFishingTournament will take home a new HobieMirage Pro Angler 12 fishing kayak,courtesy of Hobie and Estero RiverOutfitters.Cash prizes also will be awarded tothose who place in the Nov. 3 tournament.The event consists of a one-day competition for anglers who catch-andrelease snook, redfish, sea trout and otherspecies in Lee County waterways. Thereis a captains' meeting at Angler's Inn,Matlacha, on Nov. 2 with refreshmentsfrom Bert's Bar & Grill.The Nov. 3 official weigh-in atMatlacha Park coincides with the annualBluegrass for a Blueway and A Taste ofMatlacha, featuring live music by theSkeeterland Bluegrass Band. This year'scatch-and-release tournament is expectedto lure 50 to 75 anglers to Lee Countywaterways as part of the Calusa BluewayPaddling Festival.In addition to the fishing kayak, thefirst-place winner also gets accessoriesfor a package valued at more than 3,000.The Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12 iscompact and versatile, equipped with fea-Florida '"Gift of a Lifetime" CapitalCampaign seeks to raise 125 million forconstruction of a new state-of-the-art pediatric medical facility on the grounds ofHealthPark Medical Center in south FortMyers. The new facility will house 128beds (with expansion capabilities to 160beds) and many new specialty services tohelp treat and heal the most critically ill children and their families.To donate auction items, purchase galatickets orregisterfor the tournament contactLori Cook North at (239) 287-0780 oriori@eventfulinc.com or visit the websitewww.cmaacharityclassic.comSpecial to the ReporterIf the thought of a night out with dinner and a show, and helping a non-profit organization at the same time, sounds.pleasing to the palate then here is a winwin option.On Saturday, Oct. 13, SouthwestFlorida Crime Stoppers is hosting its5th annual Broadway Series Fund-raisin Event at the Broadway Palm DinnerTheater. The evening's performancefeatures the musical "9 to 5" based onthe Dolly Parton movie. Included at thefund-raiser will be dinner and a hugecelebrity auction of donated items bysome of the biggest names in music,sports and Hollywood.Tickets are 50 per person and canbe purchased at the Broadway Palm boxoffice or by calling 239-278-4422.Every penny of ticket sales goesdirectly to support Crime Stoppers helping get the area's most wanted criminalsoff the streets.Report your news to THE ISLAND REPORTER:See BLUEWAY, page 2captivasanibel.comSince 1 9 9 5u oa4 X-oe68Heating & CoolingA Division of RICHARD WARNKYLLC6250 Bayshore Rd. N. 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