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At the Marco Island Residents’ Beach, MICA has attempted to make the property and facilities as handicapped-friendly as possible. Full story »

It was about 6:30 p.m., more than an hour before sunset. I was out running errands. “Should I head home to throw a load of laundry in the washer or should I throw caution to the wind and head to Residents’ Beach an hour early? Oh, what the heck, live a little,” I said to myself, so I drove toward the beach! Full story »

It’s hard to believe that another season is coming to a close. It seems we spend months preparing for “season” and before we know it, our part-time residents are packing their belongings and heading north. Full story »

I, as well as other owners at South Seas Condominiums, read your cover article regarding our approved dock extensions and the lawsuits filed by the Wolters. First, we were surprised that no one contacted us or our attorney for a comment or to obtain our position on the lawsuits before publishing the article. Full story »

Think back five, 10, 15, 20 years — back then when you closed your eyes and dreamed of being in your ultimate dream location. Did you think of Marco Island? I know I did! My dream came true in 1989 when we packed up the house and headed south on I-95. Even now, when looking for a vacation spot, it is hard to beat Marco Island. There certainly is nothing like Marco! Full story »

Last week a Residents’ Beach member made a special visit to the MICA office just to let us know how much he and his family enjoyed their lunch at Paradise Grill. He raved about the choices offered and the quality of the sandwiches and meals. We’ll call our member “Tom.” Full story »

It has been a very busy month for members of the Marco Island Civic Association. MICA members received ballots in the mail and were asked to vote for four candidates for the MICA Board of Directors. The election took place, ballots were counted and candidates became board members. Now the real work begins! Full story »

As hard as it is to believe by all those who regularly frequent the Marco Island Residents’ Beach, there are individuals on Marco, who for one reason or another, have never joined and enjoyed the Residents’ Beach! Full story »

You’re relaxing on a Naples beach. Fifty feet to your right is a guy smoking a cigar and a woman having a cigarette. Fifty feet to your left are three teenagers, playing a boombox at top volume --- Notorious B.I.G., Boogie Woogie or Beethoven -- it doesn’t matter. Who is more likely to sabotage your beach day, the smokers or the boomboxers? It’s a fair question, as Naples City Council moves toward banning smoking on the beach. Full story »

“In 2007, the Marco Island CAP Squadron expanded membership, increased training for improved mission capabilities, and performed added community services,” stated Lt Col. Lee Henderson, Squadron Commander. Full story »

Many residents and visitors have heard expressed concern over their time to be heard. There are always two sides to every issue. Sometimes differing opinions leads to frustration, anger, intimidation, confusion on the matter and a sense that a persons views gave not been heard. Full story »

In speaking with a long-time Residents’ Beach member the other day, I was reminded just how intricately woven the Residents’ Beach is in our members’ lives. Full story »

I’m celebrating St. Valentine’s Day quite a bit differently on Marco Island this year, I intend to send poetic, loving “GREEN” Valentines to all who seem to love so dear, Our one-of-a-kind barrier island with its ever-so fragile tropical eco-environ surrounds, That we are blessed to share with marine flora and fauna which so beautifully abounds ... Full story »

The editor of the Eagle asked that I reflect on the recent Marco Island City Council election and comment on what may be expected for “local politics” in the future. The editor seeks the opinion of an “outsider” but recognizes my 10 years of service as city manager. Full story »

The MICA Humanitarian of the Year Award has become one of the most prestigious awards on Marco Island. This valued award was developed in 1998 to honor the unsung heroes of Marco Island, the people who do so much for so many. The wonderful, positive people you do not hear much about. Full story »