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WEBHolmes Beach inks tax hike, $25m budget up for adoption. by Ryan Paice | Be the first to comment. Holmes Beach city commissioners are a vote away from adopting a new budget ordinance and millage rate reduction. But that […] Category: 09-25-2024, Community, News
Holmes Beach comes under fire for island traffic gridlock
WEBNov 15, 2022 — Holmes Beach comes under fire for island traffic gridlock. Motorists make their way Nov. 11 through a four-way stop at Gulf Drive and Holmes Boulevard in Holmes Beach. Islander Photo: Ryan Paice. Some people aren’t happy with the recent backups of traffic on Anna Maria Island.
County orders mandatory evacuation ahead of Idalia
WEBAug 28, 2023 — Islander Courtesy Graphic. Ken McMahon, right, of the Manatee County Public Works Department, assists sandbaggers with bagging and loading at the Manatee Public Beach in Holmes Beach. Islander Photo: Bonner Joy. Idalia intensified Aug. 28 and an evacuation order was issued for Anna Maria Island.
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WEBHolmes Beach inks tax hike, $25m budget up for adoption. September 24, 2024 | by Ryan Paice for islander.org | No comments | Leave a reply |. Holmes Beach city commissioners are a vote away from adopting a new budget ordinance and millage rate …
Holmes Beach reports spike in crime in 2020 - Anna Maria Islander
WEBThe first year of the COVID-19 pandemic brought a spike in crime to Holmes Beach. The Holmes Beach Police Department reported 50 crimes in 2020, a 19% increase over the 42 reported in 2019, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
Holmes Beach OKs flag boxes for 10 beach accesses
WEBSep 10, 2024 — A map of 10 proposed beach boxes across the city of Holmes Beach’s Gulf-side shores. Plans call for signage and warning flags on boxes at 10 Holmes Beach beach accesses to inform beachgoers about surf and current marine conditions.
Debby delivers heavy rain, causes flooding - Anna Maria Islander
WEBTropical Storm Debby moves north in the Gulf of Mexico Aug. 4 about 130 miles from shore, inundating Anna Maria Island and Manatee County with a record 12-14 inches of rainfall and pushing powerful waves on the beaches.
Holmes Beach begins recovery post-Idalia - Anna Maria Islander
WEBSep 5, 2023 — Holmes Beach begins recovery post-Idalia. Behr Fosmore, 4, helps his father, Richard, shovel sand Aug. 29 into sandbags held by his mother, Nikita, owner of Salon Salon of AMI, 3612 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach, to prepare the salon to weather Hurricane Idalia. Islander Photo: Ryan Paice.
Let’s meet Holmes Beach mayor, challenger - Anna Maria Islander
WEBSep 3, 2024 — The contest will feature incumbent Mayor Judy Titsworth’s pursuit of a fourth two-year term in office and political newcomer Michael “Mike” Roth’s quest for a first dip in the political pond. Holmes Beach mayors earn a $28,160 yearly salary.
Kruse: Stakes high in Manatee’s District 7 race
WEBJul 30, 2024 — Manatee County Commissioner George Kruse injected a jolt of urgency into an Islander Coffee with the Candidates session July 24 in Holmes Beach. “This is the people versus the special interests,” Kruse said of his race for reelection in District 7.