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Rosemary Creative Park Proposal

The following proposal is asking the City of Sarasota to lease Parcel 2026-11-0032 located at 1440
Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota FL 34236 to Rosemary Park Management, Inc. for duration of 20 years
to be used as a privately-managed Creative Park.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Rich Swier
richswier@gmail.com
(941) 928-9269
1413 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236

Contents
BACKGROUND ............................................................................................................................................... 2
PRIVATE / PUBLIC PARTNERSHIP .................................................................................................................. 3
ECONOMIC IMPACT AND COMMUNITY REVITALIZATION ............................................................................ 3
BUILDING AN ACTIVE PARK ........................................................................................................................... 4
FUTURE PLANS FOR THE PARK ...................................................................................................................... 4
ACTIVE PARK REVENUE MODEL .................................................................................................................... 4
COMMUNITY SUPPORT ................................................................................................................................. 6
OTHER POTENTIAL USES FOR THE PROPERTY PROPOSED BY OTHERS ......................................................... 8
IMPACTING THE TAX BASE ............................................................................................................................ 9
ENGAGING THE PROPERTY OWNERS AND LOCAL MERCHANTS................................................................... 9
TERMS OF THE LEASE .................................................................................................................................. 10
STRUCTURE OF ROSEMARY PARK MANAGEMENT, INC.............................................................................. 10
ESTIMATED BUILD COSTS............................................................................................................................ 11
APPENDIX: MAP LOCATION OF PROPOSED PARK ....................................................................................... 12
APPENDIX: PROPERTIES NEAR PARK WHICH NEED REVITALIZATION ......................................................... 13
APPENDIX: OVERFLOW PARKING DURING SPECIAL EVENTS. ..................................................................... 14
SUPPORTERS OF THE PARK WHO SIGNED ONLINE PETITION AT ROSEMARYPARK.COM ........................... 15
BIBLIOGRAPHY ............................................................................................................................................ 20
BACKGROUND
The challenge that Rosemary District faces over the next 20 years is to build assets that will draw people
to the area to live, work and visit. Rosemary District is a unique neighborhood due to its diverse
population, bohemian brand and attraction it has for college students, artists and entrepreneurs.

Two years ago, we located the HuB (www.hubsarasota.com) in the Rosemary District because we felt
the neighborhood had the most potential for embracing a creative culture. We were right. In a short
time we have expanded our campus and have attracted thousands of people to visit our location in the
last year. We have held events for arts organizations, non-profit organizations, festivals, business
organizations and many other groups in order to expose the area to a diverse audience. We believe this
activity can be the catalyst for the redevelopment of the Rosemary District as well as a first step toward
revitalizing the North Trail.

Over the past few years we have seen the Rosemary District begin to fall backwards due to the
economy. Most of the buildings surrounding the HuB are vacant, run-down and seem abandoned. The
once progressive community garden is gone, and the space is filled with weeds and lack of life. Until we
create a catalyst for creativity, culture and community – Rosemary will continue to fade.

Our proposal is centered on one critical piece that involves the City of Sarasota. We would like to
transform the old Community garden into an active community space used to promote creativity, arts
and sciences. This is the first step in building a “Creative Park”.

The purpose of the Park would be to allow for organizations (both small and large) to use as an outdoor
venue for arts, music, theatre, festivals and other activities. We believe having a unique outdoor venue
that can be embraced by a wide variety of organizations can be the catalyst to bring thousands of
people to our neighborhood, and thus beginning the domino effect we need to redevelop the area.

Here is a timeline of work that we have done to build community support and feedback for this project:

FEBRUARY 1st Rich Swier (the HuB) met with members of the Rosemary District Association to
get feedback on the idea of a Park.

FEBRUARY 7th Rich Swier (the HuB) presented the Idea of a Creative Park to the City
Commission

FEBRUARY 10th The HuB launched a website (www.rosemarypark.com) to ask community for
feedback, concerns and input on the idea of a creative park.

FEBRUARY 11-20th The HuB sent out numerous emails asking for community feedback and also met
with local merchants, property owners and residents asking for feedback and
ideas.

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FEBRUARY 21st The HuB invited community professionals to volunteer their time to help build a
plan for the park.

March 8th Rich Swier participated in open forum explaining the park with the Rosemary
District Association.

March 9th – 15th Met with numerous community merchants and residents who voiced concerns
and opposition. A majority of the concerns were simply based on wanting to see
a plan which we assured them they would be able to review the plan before
submitted to the city.

March 18th Send draft of proposal to stakeholders in the community for comments and
additions.

PRIVATE / PUBLIC PARTNERSHIP

Our plan proposes a private/public partnership between the City of Sarasota and “Rosemary Park
Management, Inc (RPM)” (to be formed once the proposal is accepted as a 501c6 Non-Profit). Since
funds are limited for new park creation and maintenance, RPM would be responsible for building and
maintaining the park. The City of Sarasota would lease the land to RPM for a period of 20 years with
certain conditions outlined in this plan. Since this is a new model for developing a park, this proposal
may require addendums as the discussions evolve.

ECONOMIC IMPACT AND COMMUNITY REVITALIZATION

Recreation and open space have consistently been categorized as amenities that attract urban growth
and economic development (Ferguson et al 2007). City parks have the potential to stimulate community
growth because the natural and constructed attributes of city parks give universal appeal. Natural
attributes include green space and overall natural attractiveness, while constructed attributes include
installed recreational facilities and capital improvements. City parks improve urban livability by
providing physical and aesthetic quality to densely developed urban neighborhoods that would
otherwise lack these qualities (Walker 2004). A survey conducted by the National Association of Realtors
(NAR) in 2001 found that fifty-seven percent of respondents prefer homes near parks and fifty percent
of respondents were willing to pay ten percent more for houses in close proximity to parks and
protected open space (Lewis 2002). Findings from a National Association of Homebuilders survey also
suggest that sixty-five percent of homebuyers feel the presence of parks influence their decision to
move into a community (Lewis 2002). 1

American Planning Association has well-documented research related to the economic impact of parks.
This information can be found at:

1
Parks and Economic Development: The relationship between public amenities, quality of life and urban growth.
by Nicholas J. Dula
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  http://www.planning.org/cityparks/briefingpapers/economicdevelopment.htm
 http://www.planning.org/cityparks/briefingpapers/communityrevitalization.htm
 http://www.planning.org/cityparks/briefingpapers/saferneighborhoods.htm

BUILDING AN ACTIVE PARK

The initial plan for the design of the park is to grade the property, remove trash and seed the property.
We have included the option of erecting a fence around the property to ensure the property can be
easily secured. We have consulted with Michael A Gilkey Landcape Architect on certain aspects of the
park.

FUTURE PLANS FOR THE PARK

If the proposal is accepted by the City and we are able to open the park, RPM will reach out to the
community and take ideas on any park improvements. Each park improvement will require a plan that
includes financial costs, landscape architect input and community feedback. RPM will reach out to the
design community for proposals as well for improvements for the park. Any improvement will require
independent funding through grants, donations or sponsorship.

ACTIVE PARK REVENUE MODEL

The Revenue Model for operating and maintaining the park will be primarily based on revenue from
private events that use the park as a venue. The fees associated with renting the venue will be based on
size of the events. RDM will work with local organizations, event promoters and the community to build
a comprehensive program that will bring a diverse series of events hosted at the park.

The following would be a proposed FEE SCHEDULE for events hosted at the park:

VENUE RENTAL FEE*

Occupancy 50- 250 $500
Occupancy 250-500 $1,000
Occupancy 500 +** $2,000

* VENUE Rental Fee could be reduced for non-profits.

** Events like Rosemary Rising can have up to 1,500 people attend.

VENUE REQUIREMENTS OF LEASE FOR LARGE EVENTS

1. Require off-duty police onsite
2. Require parking plan submitted prior to approval
3. Require portable bathrooms
4. Require sound permit from City of Sarasota for Entertainment / Music.

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 5. Require a Damage and Cleaning deposit of $750.

The following is potential revenue based on a modest EVENT PROGRAM:

Type of Event Number Times Total Potential

Per Year Revenue
Art Festivals 4 $2,000
Working with local artists, galleries and arts organizations
Rosemary District is a creative district and would be the
perfect background for unique art events.
Charity Fundraisers 4 $2,000
Many charities struggle to find unique and affordable venues
to hold their events. Rosemary Park provides an outdoor
venue that could be an enclosed intimate venue.
Musical Events 8 $4,000
One of the major assets our community has is the musical
talent ranging from the Orchestra, Opera to local bands that
spawn from New College and Ringling. Many of these
organizations would love to have an urban venue outdoors to
add a new dynamic to their program. Also, for local bands – it
is a struggle to find venues to play music in an open
environment as well.
Festivals 2 $4,000
Currently, the Rosemary District hosts Rosemary Rising four
times a year. The Rosemary Park could be used as a venue to
expand this festival, as well as other festivals that are looking
for a home near downtown.
Amateur Athletics (Fees may be $2,000
Amateur Athletics has become more vibrant in Sarasota in the based on a
past few years, especially with the focus on sports tourism schedule of
and alternative sports like kickball, ultimate Frisbee and practice/games)
others. The Park could be used as a location for some of these
Amateur athletic teams that need an open space.
Education / Outreach Programs 10-20 Fees would be
Another one of the benefits of the location of Rosemary Park waived due to
is the proximity to the Sarasota School of Arts and Sciences use.
and G.Wiz. There are numerous potential uses for the park
regarding art/creative education and also having sufficient
enclosed space to hold educational events and activities.

ESTIMATED MINIMUM REVENUE PROJECTION PER YEAR $14,000+*

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* Revenue would be expected to increase as more organizations begin to use the park as a venue. This
is a conservative estimate for first year revenue. Any shortfall in the annual budget would be made up
through donations, sponsorships or a fundraiser.

OTHER POTENTIAL USERS OF THE PARK:

 There are over 230 Charities in Sarasota Magazine’s charity register for 2010 – 2011.
 There are over 35 Creative businesses within 1 mile of the park that could use for recreational
and event purposes.
 There are two major schools (Sarasota School of Arts and Sciences and the Sarasota Military
Academy) that could use the venue for special purpose or events.
 There are three colleges within 5 miles of the Park including Ringling, New College and USF.
 There are numerous health clubs and yoga studios within walking distance that could use space
for outdoor training or meditation.

COMMUNITY SUPPORT
When we started talking to the City about the potential of Rosemary Park, we launched a website
(http://www.rosemarypark.com) to build community support. In less than 2 weeks, we have received
over 400 signatures on our petition (see Appendix) of support. We have also talked to as many property
owners, merchants and residents as possible to get feedback. Our goal is to make the Rosemary Park a
community park that will not only be used by organizations that hold events, but also be used by local
residents and merchants.

COMMUNITY CONCERNS

There are numerous merchants and residents that have voiced strong concerns related to having a park
located in the Rosemary District. Here is the basis of their concerns:

CONCERN #1: SECURITY. Due to the proximity of the Salvation Army and the Resurrection
House, there are concerns that the park will be used as a place for the homeless to congregate
and be a danger to the neighborhood.

RESPONSE: The Park as an open green space will be no different than numerous properties
already open and accessible in the Rosemary District. If security and control of the property is a
serious concern, this proposal offers an option to build a secure fence around the property
which would be locked during the night. Other options include security cameras and better
lighting.

CONCERN #2: PARKING. The park has the potential to bring people to the Rosemary District by
foot but also by car. How will parking be handled for overflow?
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 RESPONSE: In the proposal there is a proposed plan for overflow of parking (see appendix for
drawing). There are numerous open lots available for parking for special events. Depending on
the size of the event, RPM would require the event coordinator to submit a parking plan. For
traffic during the day, there seems to be sufficient public parking in nearby lots, on the streets
and in walking distance. If this is not satisfactory, then a portion of the City property could be
used for parking specifically for the park. The Rosemary District currently hosts a major event
“Rosemary Rising” which draws upwards of 1,500 people to the district, and parking does not
seem to be an issue.

Also, there is sufficient space on the lot to add parking spaces as well for daily traffic.

CONCERN #3: MAINTENANCE. The park will be used by the general public and for private
events, who will maintain the park and ensure it is clean?

RESPONSE: In the proposal RPM has budgeted for regular maintenance and pickup of trash. For
private events, it will be a requirement of the event host to clean and remove all trash after the
event. There will be no cost assessed to the residents or businesses in the neighborhood
regarding the parks maintenance.

CONCERN #4: NOISE. The park will be used for events that would violate noise ordinance and
create noise pollution.

RESPONSE: In the proposal RPM has included the requirement of any entity using the park for
an event would require a noise permit from the City. Currently Rosemary District hosts large
events including Rosemary Rising which has live bands and noise. This would be handled no
differently than existing events.

LOCAL MERCHANTS, RESIDENTS, PROPERTY OWNERS WHO HAVE VOICED CONCERNS

There are numerous merchants and residents that have voiced strong concerns related to having a park
located in the Rosemary. Here is a list of those who we have reached out to discuss the plan:

Person Major Concern Discussion

Marcus and Pam Anast
Michael Bush
Homelessness, Crime,
Prostitution, Drug-Use, Noise,
Trash
Wanted to review the plan
prior to sending to City
Met with Marcus and Pam in early
March to address concerns. We also
discussed issues at neighborhood
forum.
Talked with Michael on March 10th,
assured he would be able to preview
plan before sending to city.

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Derek Barnes Wanted to review the plan
prior to sending to City
Pat Ball Wanted to review the plan
prior to sending to City.
Supported improvement or
other use of the property.
Kim Bailey Wanted to review the plan
prior to sending to City
Asim Chauhan Homelessness, Crime,
Prostitution, Drug-Use, Noise,
Trash
Kathleen Bernhardt Homelessness, Crime,
Prostitution, Drug-Use, Noise,
Trash
Tim Watnem Wanted to review the plan
prior to sending to City
Alain and Louise Huin Homelessness, Crime,
Prostitution, Drug-Use, Noise,
Trash
Talked with Derek on March 10th,
assured he would be able to preview
plan before sending to city.
Sent email to Pat on March 10th to
gather more feedback. He responded
with positive feedback.
Spoke to Kim about her concerns.
Assured her she would receive plan for
review.
Spoke to Asim about his concerns.
Assured he would receive plan for
review.
Spoke to Kathleen via Phone on March
10th.
Spoke to Tim on March 10th. Assured
him he would receive the plan.
Sent email to Alain on March 11th asking
to meet and discuss concerns. He
responded to email expressing his
concerns.

After speaking to most of the people who voiced concern we gathered feedback and added the
information to this proposal. Some of the people who voiced strong opposition declined to meet and
discuss.

Rosemary District Association hosted a forum on March 8th to discuss the park. During the forum we
presented the basic idea of the park and asked for input. The input received at this meeting has been
added to this proposal.

OTHER POTENTIAL USES FOR THE PROPERTY PROPOSED BY OTHERS

Some residents, merchants and property owners have suggested other uses of the property. Here are
some of those ideas and our response.

OTHER POTENTIAL USE: COMMUNITY GARDEN

It is our understanding that the community garden has moved and is happy with their location. A
community garden would be very welcome in this lot if the city or another group is willing to finance the

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development of the community garden. However, if the community desires to allocate a portion of the
park to a small community garden the plan can be reviewed.

OTHER POTENTIAL USE: HOUSING

It is our understanding that there are no potential investors willing to build housing or any other building
on the property. Considering the current economic climate and the numerous projects on hold in the
Rosemary District that could provide substantial housing, it seems unlikely that this is an option.
However, in the proposal we have outlined that if this option does become available after 10 years, that
the city can make a decision on replacing the park with affordable housing or other use.

IMPACTING THE TAX BASE

The primary driver of this concept is economic development. We believe this would be a strong first step
into redefining the area as a destination for both locals and tourists. Our goal would be to partner with
community organizations, arts organizations as well as the neighborhood and merchants on building a
more vibrant schedule of events and activities. This in turn would attract more investment by property
owners and potential tenants for vacant buildings.

Parks also provide tangible economic benefits to their communities. City parks enhance the property
values of adjacent properties and increase the tax revenues gained from commercial and residential
developments near park space. Converting undeveloped land into park space increases property values
and is productive land use in communities that the park space serves (Fausold and Lilieholm 1999).
Increased property values allow city parks to pay for themselves and generate additional tax revenues.
Empirical studies confirm a statistically significant link between property values and proximity to urban
park space (Fausold and Lilieholm 1999; Walker 2004). A study on Pennypack Park in Philadelphia found
that property values increased from $1,000 per acre at 2,500 feet from the park to $11,500 per acre at
forty feet from the park (Hammer, Coughlin, and Horn 1974). Between 1996 and 2000, single-family
homes in the vicinity of Brooklyn‟s Prospect Park were fetching prices 30 percent to 100 percent higher
than comparable homes farther from the park (Hammer et al 1974). Open space improvements in
Chattanooga, Tennessee increased the annual combined property tax revenues for the city and county
by $592,000 from 1988 to 1996 (Lerner and Poole 1999).2

ENGAGING THE PROPERTY OWNERS AND LOCAL MERCHANTS

In parallel to us working with the city on transforming this property, we will also engage local property
owners in conversations on how we can fill nearby vacant venues, and bring more creative projects to
the Rosemary District.

2
Parks and Economic Development: The relationship between public amenities, quality of life and urban growth.
by Nicholas J. Dula
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City park greenery is a pleasant contrast to the surrounding urban landscape and provides an “urban
oasis” for commuters, shoppers, workers, residents, businesspeople, and tourists (Bulkeley 1994). City
parks in large metropolitan areas are viewed as regional amenities because they are used by residents
from neighboring jurisdictions and attract tourism. The East Bay Regional Park District in Oakland,
California is estimated to stimulate about $254 million annually in 4 “park-related purchases”, with $74
million being spent in the local East Bay economy (Lewis 2002). Outdoor cafes, shops, bars, art galleries,
and hotels along the periphery of Riverwalk Park in San Antonio, Texas have also become the most
popular attraction for the city's $3.5-billion tourism industry (Lewis 2002). Parks and open space appear
to be powerful economic development tools for communities looking to revitalize and strengthen their
local economies.

TERMS OF THE LEASE

Rosemary Park Management (RPM) would be seeking a 20 year lease of the property at $1.00 per year
with the following terms:

 All costs associated with building and maintaining the park will be responsibility of RPM.
 The property will be available to the public during daylight hours unless the venue is being
rented by a 3rd Party.
 RPM will manage all private rentals of the property and will determine the rental fees.
 All improvements made to the property will be submitted to the City for approval.
 RPM will manage all vendor relationships regarding maintenance and management of the park
and private events.
 RPM will require private events to acquire event insurance when renting the venue.
 The Lease will be for 20 years with a provision that after 10 years the City can terminate the
lease if a proposal is submitted and accepted by the City for alternate use. RPM would have first
right of refusal if the City chooses to use the land for another purpose.

STRUCTURE OF ROSEMARY PARK MANAGEMENT, INC.

Rosemary Park Management can be filed as a non-profit organization (501c6) with the State of Florida.
The following structure could be as follows:

 REPRESENTATIVE OF PROPERTY OWNERS

 REPRESENTATITVE OF MERCHANTS
 REPRESENTATIVE OF RESIDENTS
 REPRESENTATIVE OF LANDSCAPE ARTCHITECT
 REPRESENTATIVE OF THE HUB

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ESTIMATED BUILD COSTS
The following estimates are based on discussions with vendors willing to perform services at a
discounted rate or in a volunteer capacity.

COST ESTIMATES FOR PARK PREPARATION

SERVICE DESCRIPTION ESTIMATE

Cleaning of Lot Removal of all waste, debris, clean trees. 1,550
Grade Entire Lot Grade Lot prep for sod or seed 650
Seed Lot Spread grass seed 800
Water / Care Watering Lot and any care required. 1,000
TOTAL COST PARK 4,000
PREPARATION

COST ESTIMATES FOR OPTIONAL PARK ENCLOSURE / SECURITY

SERVICE DESCRIPTION ESTIMATE

Removal of existing Fence
Installation of new 6’ high
commercial grade fence.
Installation of security camera
TOTAL COST OF ENCLOSURE /
SECURITY
Removing existing chain link fence 0 (potential revenue if
city owns existing fence
and sells fence.)
Installation of better fence that is more $25,000
visually appealing.
Wireless Security Camera installation $1,200
on property or on nearby property
26,200

COST ESTIMATES FOR MAINTENANCE OF PARK

SERVICE DESCRIPTION ESTIMATE

Maintenance of Grass / Trees Monthly Maintenance of lawn, trees, $300 per month
trash cleanup
Light monitoring of park If enclosure is installed, the park will be $500 per month
(open and close) on daily opened and closed each day.
basis
Event Management / RPM Representative on location during $100 per event
Monitoring private events
TOTAL COST OF $800 per month + per
MAINTENANCE PER MONTH event cost.

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APPENDIX: MAP LOCATION OF PROPOSED PARK

LOT 2026-11-0032

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APPENDIX: PROPERTIES NEAR PARK WHICH NEED REVITALIZATION

The following properties are near the property that is proposed as a park. Based on studies done in
other parts of the country where revitalized neighborhoods installed parks, properties such as these
were affected positively. Our hope is that with the installation of a Creative Park, the property owners of
these buildings will renovate, rebuild or lease the buildings.

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APPENDIX: OVERFLOW PARKING DURING SPECIAL EVENTS.

The Rosemary District has numerous lots that could be used for overflow parking during special events.
Since most of the businesses operate from 9 to 5 – there is less demand for parking during the evening
hours as well (which is when special events would most likely occur.)

The images in yellow are lots that RPM would approach to potentially use for special event parking.

LOT 2026-03-0058 OWNER: City of Sarasota (Cohen Way) 131,250 square feet

LOT 2026 -06-0032 OWNER: City of Sarasota (Central Ave) 13,350 square feet

LOT 2026-11-0042 OWNER: City of Sarasota (Parking Lot) 15,750 square feet

If these lots are available for parking (via special permit) there is approximately 160,000 square feet of
potential parking space. This would be enough for 500 spaces.

Other parking would be available on streets on Central Avenue and on 5th street as well.

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 Anita Rence
SUPPORTERS OF THE PARK WHO Marilyn Holler
Amy Weber
SIGNED ONLINE PETITION AT Roger Capote , The Naked Florist
ROSEMARYPARK.COM Jeff Hazelton , BioLucid
Jenny Acheson , Photographer
Rich Swier , HuB Shari Roberts , designer
Ethan Swier Jillian Schuler , KSC, Inc.
Tim Sukits , TWIS Katherine Orenic
Lori Marshall , LuLu Wow Kathryn Parks , Jonathan Parks Architect
Larry Cavalluzzi , SignZoo Harmony Miller , Rosemary Birthing Home
Assunta Swier , this week in sarasota Maggie Davenport
john poole , Poole, inc Kari Ellingstad , Community Health
Bill Jula , Fast Pitch! Improvement Partnership
chris kelly Jesse White , Sarasota Salvage
Kelly Insinna Phil Luquette
Kirk Maust , Solar Direct Jamie Bailey , Sarasota School of Arts &
Nancy Krohngold , Nancy's Bar-B-Q Sciences
joel parisi Dave Berry
Tara Booker CourtneyPrice , SSA+S
David Daly , Twis Francesca Turner , SSAS
Susan Memminger Mickey Stone , Sarasota School of Arts &
Ed Midler , Sarasota Music Scene/Noise Sciences
Ordinance Susan Swier
Rona Wald Shakira Refos , The Take Over
Jennifer Riede Richard Swier Sr.
Anolay Senenoi , PACIFIC RIM Sarah Stinton-Czuprynski
VETH SENENOI , PACIFIC RIM Christina Fraser
ANGEL SENENOI Kimberly Davis , Sarasota Magazine
ALEK SENENOI Gretchen Walker , Hotel Indigo
Steven Lemke , Digital Olive Productions Kimberly Rabow , Rabow Designs, Inc.
Mark Danko Kaitlyn Delaney
Kristen Mytinger Lee Hall
Gabriel Hament Tim Hall
Hayley Enright , Open Door Community Kaye Rhinehart
Acupuncture Sonia McKeesoniamac1@verizon.net
Maureen Hazlett Jennifer , Hotel Indigo
Bryan Hadley , ALSO Out Youth Martha Gutierrez , Dust Bunnies of Sarasota
Caisie Haynes Laura Gilkey , Kangaroo Promotions, Inc.
Nikki Kostyun , Seven Thirty Three Julia Allerdyce
Scott Osborne Cassandra Pruiksma , Cassie Leah Photography
Kristine michael muscarella , sarasota magazine
Gina Furet Joseph W. Panek
Sonia Azar Kris Kesling-Hays , Real Estate Mortgage
Diana Hamilton , City Girl Gardens Network
Mistye Arnold cyndi flanagan
Shelby Price Helena Dean
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Susan Berg Beverly Arias , Morgan Stanley Smith Barney
A. Asli Uysal Eric Waite
Melody Odell , Hotel Indigo sunny utz , askdesigner99.com
DAVID CARR , TEACHER Stephen Warne , Step Out Sarasota
Lori L. Miller Derek Besemer
michael lenza , michaelpersonaltrainer Jamie Bailey , Sarasota School of Arts &
Joseph Navarro , NanoHygienix Sciences
Kristina McCaughley Renee Wunderli , the little salon
Vincent Dessberg Virginia Hughes
Carmen Adcock Joanna Brown , retired
Michelle Nelson , Blue Strategy + Creative Intl Brandon Fluharty , SNN Local News 6
R. Dale Adcock , Westminster Partners, Inc. Kimberly Becker
Vincent Sizemore , Stitch Boutique April Doner , Aprilart Studios
ivan groom Madonna Stella , Madonna Stella Studio
Eric Liekefet , suenostudio.com Carrie Weaver
Jackie vizzi Dawnyelle Singleton , Red Elephant Designs
Casey Colburn , Attorney mary lou davidson
Matt Orr , HuB Timothy A. Mattox , GreatWorldWay.com
Steve McAllister , Modern Hippie Media Jennifer Lee Stone
Tara Tomlinson Paulovits , Studio Uno SWFL Scott J Moore , S.M.art Castings & Sculpture
Joelle Davis Services, LLC
Anthony Driscoll virginia Beasley
Wendy Getchell , Owner, Lotus Allison Komyati
Patrick Nagle , Sarasota Fringe Films LLC Peggy Winsler
Molly Morgan , GWIZ - The Science Museum kathleen allen
Ryan Lee DeVittori , DeVittori Custom Jake Brady , Concrete Countertops Etc.
Woodworks John Russo
David Kidd , E.M. Kidd, LLC Pamela Bonanni
Brian Maher , Coldwell Banker Real Estate JoAnne DeVries
Lenny Lyon , WTMY 1280 AM Hally Abbott
Megan Thompson lois schulman , LOGO INVESTMENTS
Kathleen Maher , Coldwell Banker St. Armands Ciera Galbraith , Local Musician
Tamara Gilman aristarco montiel , architect
Alexander Magnus Boakes , Coldwell Banker Colleen White
Joan Atkins , Artist Gabrielle Alcazaren , Sarasota
Phillip J. Chmieleski , John Cannon Katie Aldrin , Student
Greg Bowdish Kasey Lou Lindley , European Focus
Andrea Seager Daniel V Clarke , Downtown Sarasotan
kimberly Marlow , PURE luxe carlyle veale
Jennifer Angel santo gagliano , studiouno photography
Robert Gardner , Two>One Marketing LLC Heather Dunphy , Sarasota
April Flakne Shane Lewis
Lisa E. Dahlquist , SinoFresh HealthCare, Inc. Dirk Bouwman , art
Susanna Payne-Passmore Jordan Queior
Alex Stafford , Alex Stafford Photography Kayttie Hearn
Brian Schlenger Shane Hays
Richard Ohlsson , New View, Inc. Kelly Dowd , KD Logistics, Inc.
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Angela Prophet Tatyana Soshnikova
Mallie Shirk Sandra m. Sizemore
Valerie Gipe , Valerie Joy Photography Robert Reed , Five Points Technology Group
Jennifer Edelson , Accountant Ashley Carney
Keli carolina Machado Russell Strayer , Strayer Surveying
Brianne Erwin andria ludlum
Dori Fagan Larry Richard Cadman Jr , LARRYCADMAN LLC
jill crabill Amber King
Del Carr Lee Spera , Contractor
Cara Levitt , Draw it out! Art therapy Louis Lamacchia , Urban Renewal International
Courtney B. Davenport Lindsey McLeod
Sarah Gardner Nicole Himler
Tara Eschenbach Diana Donovan
Heather Green Barbara Marlow
Katherine Nierenberg William Gordon
Jasmine Rothgeb Amber Crespo
Michael Rothgeb Bruce milleer
Caryl Parks suzette jones , business development
Douglass Montrose-Graem , The Turner consultant
Museum Ryan McDonald , NanoHygienix
Barbara Ruggio Maria
Katherine Adams Joe Stewart , Ask Joe Stewart.com
Mary Behrens Katherine Guntner , Manual Makers
JoLynne Navarro megan donovan
Sara Anderson , Blue Strategy + Creative Intl Austin Paramore , Voalte
Heidi Fraley Sandra Patricia Hudson
Pat Kaufman , painter/writer Laura McIntyre
michele morland , DAFF event Jon-Paul Litterer , United Natural Foods
Melissa Conley-Guido Eva Franziska
Erin Melia Stephen Seidensticker
Nicholas Pecora , Citrus Orthopedic Products Alina Warner
Kim Cartlidge Kyla Weiner
Marissa Martini Adam W. Warner , http://wpprobusiness.com
kelley burdette Mark L Binder , Markitecture
Jodi Begala mikayla saepoff
blair hamilton Joan Liekefet
Emily Harry Kerry Gardner
Tiffany Helton sharon juraszek , gentle yoga
Michele Holmes , Bodies in Motion Massage Forrest Richards
Paul Bishop , Bishop Instruments Katie Biter
Jessica May Ali Hackathorn
Anna Soshnikova Stephanie Cote , Bioenergy Life Center
Charles Coone Annie Mae Gamber
Frank H. Maness , Hotel Indigo leonie van passel
Natalya Soshnikova John Thompson
Svetlana Torres Gerald Rivera
Yefim Soshnikov Erica Victor
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Thomas Vassallo , Horse Feathers Dawn Ramsey
Jay Jorgensen Amy Hunt
Lucas Colavecchio , HuB Studios Amber Lewis-Schoenwald
Stephen R. McFadden , McFadden Creative Margie Hanson , Century21American homes
Virginia Carnahan John Russo
Jeremiah O'Connor , Blunderbuss Media, LLC Anthony Homer , LWR Commercial Real Estate
Chad Devore , Fast Pitch Daniel Markovich , Evolv Brands, Inc.
Jim Crandall Frank Johnson , BigPass Media
Steve Sigourney laura roginski
Lucas Colavecchio , HuB Studios Michael Miller , Artist
Janis Krums Michael Grady
Petrina Roberts James Christopher Cirillo , Alliance Insurance
Sara Nelms Noelle Cook
Glenn Stephens Traves Conyer
Jeff Nelson , Anexio, Inc Kevin Guthrie
Jessi Smith , Blue Strategy + Creative Intl Travis Weston Garner , Local Social
Lisamichelle Lemurian , ABC Candice McElyea
Mary Liekefet Pauline J Parrish
Jeff Linenger , Asphalt Repair Service Matthew Holler
Phillip J. Chmieleski Seth G. Sherman
ursula kohl , vienna&naples inc. rosemary dorus
KT Curran , SOURCE Theatre Annette Whitmer
Michelle Reynolds abby weingarten
Lindsey Nickel de la O , Nickel & Nickel Nelly Molina , HG Investment Group
Communications Doreen Dziepak , socialShift
Edgar A de la O , MyUS.com Kathleen Caterino
Janet Burns Sheri Lewis
Shane Noel Teri Booth
Bob Leonard , acSellerant Daemian Mains , Definition Fit, LLC
Joan Liekefet Shauna Phaneuf
Colleen Glenney , Booker VPA Anne Belden
Allison Henley Suzanne Oman
Royce G. Lett Jay W. Berman
Sean D Murphy , Sarasota County Fire Dept Dylan Jon Wade Cox , none
christina captain , family healing center Lori Bowen , Kimyoo Films
Diego Malatesta , Ivory Lounge Chuck Black , 99VOLTS.COM
Abby Swartz Carla Wright
Alexis Kennedy Craig Bridges
Charles Kyle Kellie S. Green
Linda Carragher Bourne John Albee
Stephanie Lubow Paula Rees
Jason R. White Diane Lane , Diane Lane, LMT Massage Therapy
Joe Moraca , webdevgeeks.com Kevin Mongelli
Kevin Daly , NuBarter & Digital Drive Buy yasodhara bruss
Jennifer Mitchell , Circus Sarasota Marketing ben schulz
Director Forrest Shaw , Pastry Art
Sandy K Dole Tara Tahmosh , SSAS
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Rosimeire Cabral dos Anjos , P.E. Teacher, Joseph H. Nieckoski , Residential Updates Ltd.
government worker Mark Danko
Julia Onnie-Hay , Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Garee L. Nace
Florida/Rosemary Court Yoga C. D. Brown
George Sickenberger Mary K. Fischer
Sharon Carr Barbara Spear
Deborah Sargent , Genealgoy Research Sean Patrick Coffman , Independent Creative
Susan Berg Contractor
shine knutson Claire L Franklin
John Albee Claudia Lindstrom
Tara Sell , Sweet Dessert Catering Kathy DeGrenier , SARASOTA
Carol Slaton Susan Campbell
Nikki Nadwodny Thomas MacKie
Jeff Geis Pedro O Perez
Kimberly Johnson Farrel Hansen , Furreal's Pet Sitting Services
Christine Holderby Gavin Cain , Michael A. Gilkey, Inc.
Brandy Baker Michelle Harmon
Bob Bailey Autumn Venafro
linda jennings Brad Murray
Laura Mouhot Justin Smith , Fawley Bryant Architects
charlotte slotabec Karla Specht
Diane Michaels , Chiropractor (practice is in abby weingarten
Bradenton however). I (now) live downtown. angela holahan
Jennifer Gill Larry Walsh
Wendy Kellly , iDesign Workplace Learning Robin De Busk
Tim Kelly , Biolife, LLC Jennifer Huffner
alice bowman Katrina McCorkle
Cathy Lundquist Kathy Oravec , Nia fitness dance instructor
LaShawn Miller- Frey matthew goffeney
Pamela moore scott morison
TIMM&HELENE OBERHOFF Lisa James
Nicole Chapman James , Toale
Mrs. Janet R. Weidner Valerie Miklavic , Manasota Family Fun
Wendy Fitton , Family Promise Sarasota Steven Whipple , CityShaker.com LLC
Susan Murphy , Sarasota JR Keelin
Steve and Angie Breakstone aimee bahk
Amy Merrill Karen Knutsen
Sandi Wagner Frank Enright , HuB Studios
Stacey Payne Megan C Jourdan
Lina Pereira Jane A. Paquette , Jane's Sun Coast Works, Inc.
Helder Pereira John Brown , Inspire Hope, Inc
Christine Worthley Denise , Baxter
Diana Perrow Denise Long
Cindi Lesney
Robert A Grier , Progressive Pool Repair Inc
Barbara Grier

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