Gator Alley's Newsletter for November-December 2021

Volume 36 November—December 2021 Issue 03

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GATOR ALLEY BOARD AND OFFICIALS

2021-2022

EXECUTIVE BOARD email address

PRESIDENT Frizz Stevens 239-200-6360 [email protected]
VP/SPECIAL EVENTS Roger Janes 239-776-1108 [email protected]
239-450-9939 [email protected]
SECRETARY Lynn Corr 239-596-3925
TREASURER Denise Russo
239-398-7145 [email protected]
LEGISLATIVE ELECTED BOARD 239-826-6684 [email protected]
STATE DELEGATE 1 239-450-9940 [email protected]
STATE DELEGATE 2 Darrin Brooks 239-200-6360
ALT STATE DELEGATE 1 Amedea Cairo 239-231-0972 [email protected]
ALT STATE DELEGATE 2 239-218-5582 [email protected]
Fred Corr 239-298-1034 [email protected]
MEMBERSHIP Frizz Stevens 239-348-8382 [email protected]
NEWSLETTER/AD EXEC Jude Stevens 239-778-4372 [email protected]
Trudi Steel 239-580-7493 [email protected]
PRODUCTS Deb Pignatiello
QUARTERMASTER Rusty Crans 239-404-7006
Norm Hansen
SGT AT ARMS Brad Pedigo
P R COMMUNUCATIONS
LauraJo
WEBMASTER OPEN

CHAPLAIN APPOINTED OFFICIALS 973-670-1066 [email protected]

CHAPTER HISTORIAN Jerry Mason 239-825-2307 [email protected]
SAFETY DIRECTOR Tammie Hansen & 239-450-9940 [email protected]
239-404-1279 [email protected]
ELECTIONS/SUNSHINE Jude Stevens
Fred Corr

Margo Pedigo

RESCUE TEAM

CAN YOU HELP A FELLOW
CHAPTER MEMBER IN NEED??

Roger Janes 239-776-1108

Jim Kalvin 239-280-6054

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GATOR ALLEY MEETINGS
VFW: 800 Neffs Way, Naples, FL
Board & Chapter Meetings
November 28, 2021
No December Meeting
Board Mtg10 am; Chapter Mtg 11 am
PUBLICATION DEADLINE

The deadline for all submissions is the 15th of the month prior to publication, including
Advertising. Board and official reports are due no later than the 6:00 pm on Tuesday
following the meeting prior to publication. All members are asked to submit anything
they have that would be of interest to their fellow members such as stories
and/or pictures.

To fight for the freedom of the road and the freedom of choice for the motorcycle riders of Florida.
To become a powerful and viable political force in Florida by encouraging riders to register to vote and to communicate

with their Legislators.
To promote safe riding habits and to promote driver awareness without infringing on the rights of the individual.
To work toward educating our Legislators on mFloortiodrac’yscmleoistosurceyscsleortihdeeyrsa. re able to make the right decisions regarding

To publish a newsletter to keep members of ABATE of Florida, Inc. informed.

The views expressed in this newsletter are not necessarily those of ABATE of Florida, Inc.
nor those of Gator Alley Chapter. This publication allows members the Freedom of Ex-
pression of their own beliefs and opinions. ABATE of Florida, Inc. and Gator Alley Chap-
ter accepts no responsibility for the comments or opinions contained in this publication.

“ABATE OF FLORIDA, INC. DOES NOT CONDONE DRINKING AND RIDING. DONATIONS TO ABATE OF
FLORIDA, INC. ARE NOT DEDUCTIBLE FOR FEDERAL INCOME TAX PURPOSES. A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL
REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER
SERVICES BY CALLING TOLLFREE WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSE-
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This publication is the Bi-Monthly Newsletter of:

ABATE of FLORIDA, Inc.
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2021-22 GATOR ALLEY EVENTS

MONTH EVENT DATE CHAIRPERSON

January 2022 Swamp to the City January 2 LauraJo Smith

June 2022 Elections June Meeting Margo Fuoco
July 2022 Preservation Run TBD Can you help?

September 2021 Birthday Party September 25 Margo

October 2021 Memorial Tribute October 24 LauraJo Smith
November 2021 Lynn, Trudi, Barb
Run & Gobble November 21
February 2022 ABATE of Florida, Inc.
February 2022 ABATE OF FLORIDA EVENTS 2021 ABATE of Florida, Inc.

April 2022 State Meeting in Feb 13 Ocala, FL
May 2022 Tallahassee Feb 14 5 Star Chapters
June 2022 April 9
Ride to the Capitol! Ocala, FL
State Meeting

5 Star Party May 22

State Meeting June 11

August 2021 State Meeting Aug 14 Lake County
October 2021 State Meeting October 9 Gulf Coast

December 2021 State Meeting December 11 Peace River

NON ABATE EVENTS 2021 NCOM
LauraJo Smith
July 2021 NCOM –DesMoines, IA July 23—25
December 2021 Swamp Buggy Races Dec 4 & 5

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ABATE OF FLORIDA, INC
BOARD OF DIRECTORS

2020-2022

STATE OFFICE:ABATE OF FLORIDA, INC.
ADDRESS:PO BOX 614, Cantonment, FL 32533-0614
PHONE: (386)943-9610 FAX: (850)361-1118 EMAIL: [email protected]

BRANDY WESTERFIELD
PRESIDENT:JAMES “ DOC” REICHENBACH

EMAIL: [email protected]
VICE PRESIDENT: DARRIN “SCRIBE” BROOKS

EMAIL: [email protected]
SECRETARY: LYNN CORR

EMAIL: [email protected]
TREASURER: DEBORAH HAMBY

EMAIL: [email protected]
SGT-AT-ARMS: DENNIS “MUDDER” RUDOI

EMAIL: [email protected]
PR/COMMUNICATIONS: BILL BIRD

EMAIL: [email protected]
MASTERLINK EDITOR: BRANDY WESTERFIELD

EMAIL: [email protected]
MEMBERSHIP:LAURIE HANLEY

EMAIL: [email protected]
SAFETY PROGRAM DIRECTOR:VICTOR PIORKOWSKI

EMAIL: [email protected]
LEGISLATIVE TRUSTEE: DARRIN “SCRIBE” BROOKS

EMAIL: [email protected]
PRODUCTS TRUSTEE: SHANE HANLEY

EMAIL: [email protected]

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Thank you everyone for coming to this meeting today.
Lots of events coming up now and through the first of
the year. Run and Gobble in November, Swamp Bug-
gies in December, Swamp to the City in January, and a
Five Star Event in May of 2022. We need volunteers
to help at all of these events. December state meeting
on the 11th is at Peace River. Please try to attend.
John “Frizz” Stevens

Hey out there....
Ol' Rog here. Just lettin ya know we are having the Run
and Gobble this year. November 21, meet at Sawgrass
Grill. Kickstands up at 10 am. Should be a fun time,
come out and join us. Frizz may cover this but just in
case. No December meeting. We had a nice overcast day
on Sunday for our Memorial Tribute to honor our fallen
Brothers and Sisters. Just a spritz of rain. Stopped at a
couple of our advertisers on the way back in.
Well, ya'll have a great day and hope to see ya out there.
Rog

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Southwest Florida Legislative Representatives Directory

Governor Ron DeSantis, Rep Lt. Governor Jeanette Nunez, Rep

The Capital, 402 South Monroe Street The Capital, 402 South Monroe Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-1300 Tallahassee, FL 32399-1300
(850) 717-9337 (850) 717-9337

FEDERAL
Sen. Marco Rubio www.rubio.senate.gov
Sen. Rick Scott www.rickscott.senate.gov
Rep. Mario Diaz Balart www.mariodiazbalart.house.gov

STATE
Sen. Kathleen Passidomo www.flsenate.gov/senators/s28
Rep. Bob Rommel www.myfloridahouse.gov/Sections/Representatives/details.aspx?MemberId=4634
Rep. Lauren Melo www.myfloridahouse.gov/Sections/Representatives/details.aspx?
MemberId=4784&LegislativeTermId=89
Rep. David Borrero www.myfloridahouse.gov/Sections/Representatives/details.aspx?
MemberId=4794&LegislativeTermId=89

Collier County Commissioners

Andy Solis = https://www.colliercountyfl.gov/your-government/divisions-a-e/board-of-county-
commissioners/andy-solis

Burt Saunders = https://www.colliercountyfl.gov/your-government/divisions-a-e/board-of-county-
commissioners/burt-l-saunders

Penny Taylor = https://www.colliercountyfl.gov/your-government/divisions-a-e/board-of-county-
commissioners/penny-taylor

Rick LoCastro = https://www.colliercountyfl.gov/your-government/divisions-a-e/board-of-county-

William McDaniel = https://www.colliercountyfl.gov/your-government/divisions-a-e/board-of-county-
commissioners/william-l-mcdaniel-jr

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Chapter Minutes - September/October

GATOR ALLEY MONTHLY CHAPTER MEETING
Sept 26, 2021 (KOA Campground)

President (John Stevens) – Not much going on. Welcome – Good Party
VP (Roger Janes) – Excused
Secretary (Lynn Corr) – Entertain a motion to accept the minutes as on Face Book and
Newsletter. Scott P made a motion and Debi seconded.
Treasurer (Denise Russo) – Money in the bank. Looking for more gun tickets.
SGT Arms (Brad Pedigo) –. Everyone sign in
Legislative (Darrin Brooks) – Committees have started. Bills in bill drafting. DeSantis is
hard to meet with.
Delegates Report (Fred Corr, Amadea Cairo) – Pensacola Oct 9th
Membership (Trudi Steele) – Jerry Moon/Linzy Frost 3 yrs. Lee Haddock 13, Ron
Strobel 21
Newsletter (Deb Pignatiello) – Corrections made, extra printed one available. Went
over expiring ads.
Website – Needs a volunteer
PR Comm - Facebook (LauraJo Smith) – 1067 likes, 7 new page likes/followers. Flyer
reached over 900 people. Several views from post. Good exposure. Always like and
share to increase exposure for Google.
Quartermaster (Norm) – Excused
Products (Rusty Crans) – Good deal on shirts. If you want to order anything from State,
let me know.
Safety (Fred Corr) – Thanks for all that came today and last night. Went over 15 top tips
for riding. See Report
Sunshine Report (Margo) – Condolences for the loss of Carol to Drew. Tressa, loss of
her cat.
Old Business –. Thank you to all that help with the party. YOU ARE THE PARTY PEO-
PLE! LauraJo talked about the Memorial Tribute after next meeting. Reminder about
State Meeting Dec 2022.
New Business – Run and Gobble Nov 21st. Donations for Pets to be done in addition to
run. Swamp to the City – Oilwell Park in January
Good to the Order – Swamp Buggy Nov 6th, and 7th. A reminder that Gator Alley and
ABATE of Florida Inc. isn’t a charity organization. We support those that do charity runs.
50/50 – Rambo donated back
Motion to Adjourn: Laura Jo, seconded by Deb P
Submitted by Lynn Corr

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GATOR ALLEY MONTHLY CHAPTER MEETING
Oct 24, 2021

President (John Stevens) – Nothing right away. Will discuss issues under their time.
VP (Roger Janes) – Welcome Guest
Secretary (Lynn Corr) – Entertain a motion to accept minutes. LauraJo made the motion, Dave
Lindsay seconded. All in favor.
Treasurer (Denise Russo) – Discussed current funds. Also talked about the GunTickets. We
only have 4 books left. Deb brought in some money through ads.
SGT Arms (Brad Pedigo) –.Please sign in
Legislative (Darrin Brooks) – How ABATE can make a difference. Talked about the Senator on
the east coast and the Speed racing on roads bill. It stated organized runs which didn’t have a
clear definition. After a discussion with Darrin, the wording was changed. Bills are in drafting.
As VP, he talked about the advertising money for one chapter versus several chapters. Chapter
is opposed to limited ads for singular chapters.
Delegates Report (Fred Corr, Amadea Cairo) – Fred went over the delegates report. See in
newsletter
Membership (Trudi Steele) – Norm 6 yrs, Jerry 15 yrs, Marilyn 12 yrs.
Newsletter (Deb Pignatiello) – Need to update several ads and receive their payment. Several
volunteered to talk to the advertisers. Several printed newsletters available. Losing several pag-
es due to lack of advertisers.
Website – need volunteer
PR Comm - Facebook (LauraJo Smith) – Over 1000 likes, 1148 following, 21 responses to
event, 264 viewed the minutes. 2 new followers
Quartermaster (Norm) – All’s well
Products (Rusty Crans) – Described several products for free. Will be going to the next Dele-
gate meeting to get more products.
Safety (Fred Corr) – see report
Sunshine Report (Margo) – Mike Marks passed. A ride for him on 11/7 at Johnny Mallory.
Plaque was given to Tom. Thank you was received. Condolences and Congratulations given to
Tressa. Good news for Rambo. Norm was in hospital but out now. Lost Riders will be riding to
St. Matts.
Old Business –. Memorial Tribute today in Everglades City. LauraJo will be doing Swamp to the
City in January. Run and Gobble will be Nov 21. Starting at Sawgrass Grill. 1st bike out at 10.
$15 per driver, $5 for rider. Special collection of gently used or new items to go the Animal Shel-
ter with Margo. BBQ at Marty’s, bring food to share. 5 Star event will be May 14th. We need non-
food vendors.
New Business – No December meeting
Good to the Order – Swamp Buggy Race will be Dec 4,5. LYNN announced her run for the
Collier County Commissioner position.
50/50 – Linzey Frost, donated it back
Motion to Adjourn: Rusty, seconded by Tammy. All in favor.
Submitted by Lynn Corr

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SUNSHINE REPORT — September/October

September
Drew Harvie, our very sincere and heartfelt condolences for the loss
of Carol. We appreciate more than ever the short time we were able
to spend getting to know her, and hope that you are able to continue
to be a part of our group. We will always remember her smile. laugh
and support at our meetings and events. May you feel the love and
support from this brother and sisterhood of choice. Hugs, dear friend.
Tressa Marie Johnson, our condolences for the loss of her beloved
cat. When your heart is big enough to care and love critters, you
know you always have room for more when they leave us. May Mimi
and Bailey continue to live their best lives with you as their Critter
Mom. <3
Keep the prayers coming for Rambo, Deb, and Brian as even though
the treatments are doing what they are supposed to do, cancer is
never an easy journey. We love you very much.
A big THANKS to all who came and participated in our 36th Birthday
party. The attendance was small, but if you didn't have a good time, it
was your own fault. The food was delicious as always, the band
rocked the house, and the company was the best of the best that
keep this Chapter rolling strong. Cheers to one more year of fighting
the good fight.
How far is it from the Earth to the sun?
8 CVS receipts.
Respectfully submitted by:
Margo Fuoco Pedigo
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October
The Family of Mike Marks, our deepest condolences were sent as he
passed away. There will be a Memorial Ride for him on November
7th at 11:15am at Johnny Malloy’s in Bonita organized by Joan Colli-
somo. His son is monitoring his FB page and said there will not be a
service, but the family is trying to sell both of his bikes. Jeannie is
doing well in the Alzheimer’s facility. Please keep the family in your
prayers and attend the run if you are able.
Tressa Johnson, unfortunately lost her 16 year old cat as the one
she adopted to replace her other furbaby was sick and infected her.
In the midst of all of Tressa's heartache, she has managed to get a
new job working from home so we will wish her well and thank her
for her kindness and devotion to her four legged furbabies.
Good News for Rambo!! Had his last treatment for his throat cancer
and other than being sore, he feels good! Just have to play the hurry
up and wait game to make sure they got all of the yuck gone. We
love you, Reinbold family! We are all praying for you!
Got news before the birthday party that Norm Hansen spent some
time in the hospital that made him miss the party, but he was able to
attend the meeting this month. We wish you strength and healing as
you deal with your health concerns and hope you will get a clean bill
of health soon!
I feel sorry for all of the other "Brandons" that are getting bombarded
with being told where to go.
Respectfully Submitted by:
Margo Fuoco Pedigo

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ABATE OF FLORIDA, INC.
Saturday, October 9, 2021

Delegate Meeting – Pensacola, Gulf Coast Chapter (2:12 – 4:45)
Pledge and Welcome – Thank you for coming
PRESIDENTS REPORT: Doc - 2 Chapters donated monies for safety products. State also donated in kind.
We have magnets again and keychains for safety. 2000 of both. Plus, the orange and black pens. Very produc-
tive talks concerning Lobbyists. Palm Beach donated to safety.
VICE PRESIDENT’S REPORT: Darrin – Welcome – Update on YouTube Videos for leadership. PR,
newsletter, Safety, and Legislative left to finish. Please reach out to the current State board member for clarifi-
cation if needed. The YouTube podcast concerning leadership will always on the website, ABATEFLORI-
DAINC.com. Thank you to Gulf Coast for hosting. Requested not to post Leadership YouTube videos on
public or personal sites.
SECRETARY’S REPORT: Lynn – Entertain a motion to accept the minutes as they are in their packets. Polk
County made a motion to accept the minutes. Seconded by Palm Beach. All in favor.
TREASURER’S REPORT: Debbie – Entertain a motion to accept report that’s in the packet. Peace River
made a motion, Polk seconded it. All in favor. Forms must be current with Cantonment address.
STATE OFFICE REPORT: Brandy – Please use current forms for all reports. Everything is online. If you
can’t open a report or form, contact Brandy. Insurance is taking almost 60 days to complete. Please get all info
in early for any event.
SERGEANT-AT-ARMS REPORT: Mudder - We have a new Asst. Sargent of Arms: Charlie. Inventory
forms must be turned in at December State Meeting. Every month that is late, $25 a month fee will be as-
sessed.
MEMBERSHIP REPORT: Laurie -
JULY MOST NEW MEMBERS: SE HIGHEST % OF GROWTH To Be reevaluated at Dec Meeting.
PR/COMMUNICATIONS REPORT: Bill – I’ve been working on a Grant from AAA. This is for Safety
Products. Finding it to be challenging. Sue/Vintage Chapter – Ride Safe Florida doesn’t show anything about
safety. Doc/this program is funding from DOT.
WEBSITE REPORT/ Masterlink: Brandy – Any changes to your BOD or meeting times, needs to be updat-
ed with website. Also, all Social media paperwork HAS to be turned in to the State Office and to Bill Bird, PR
Trustee.
SAFETY DIRECTOR REPORT: New Products in for Safety – magnets are here, new keychains are here,
and black/orange pens are available. Thanks to Lake and Polk for their donations. If you take safety products,
you will need to show how they are being used. Looking for a new safety director. If you are interested,
please contact Doc or any Board member.
PRODUCTS TRUSTEE REPORT: Shayne (Velcro) – Always something on sale. Several shirts requested
and are here. New flashlights, poker chips. December will have a special sale.

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LEGISLATIVE REPORT: Darrin – - As of 10/6/21 the bills have not been released from Bill Drafting. As
soon as they are, I will send info to the mailing list. Sen. Books, who is promoting that any confederate design to
be removed, is also doing SB 258 which is concerning Motor vehicle racing or illegal Street Racing. 1 section
had to deal with Organized Rides. Her definition for the organized rides are including the people that impede
traffic to allow for the race. There is a Big concern because Words mean things. After a discussion with Darrin,
they changed the wording to “Take over Rides”. Sen Wright from Daytona area, the Space Junk bill writer,
wants help to deter events that allow “take over” events of the cities, such as Bike Week. There are Gun Bills –
variety of both Pro and against. A lot of Woke Bills. A good Litmus test of what the legislature will be looking
for. Forest Chapter – It would be a good idea to look at the Bills being issued.
LOBBYIST: Doc – The bills are in. During a Marion County delegation, I was discussing our bills and what
happened in the past. Explained about our money put in the General Fund. These were newer Legislators. Dur-
ing the talk, Doc requested a cashier check for the money that should have been given back the motorcycles. Af-
ter a longer discussion, Doc asked for these new people to look at our bills and consider supporting them. Doc
stressed the importance of going and listening to what your county or city is doing and passing. If you want to
speak about ABATE and need assistance on wording for phrases, call Darrin or Doc for assistance.
LEGAL COUNSEL: Jerry T- Will be at the next meeting in Peace River.
NCOM UPDATE: Doc – June 23, 24 in Nashville. Darrin’s corrected plaque was given.
TALLAHASSEE 2022: February 13th (Meeting), 14th (Ride to Tally) Still waiting for approval from Tallahas-
see.
Should know something in December.
STATE PARTY: Velcro – Checking out several venues. Will meet after the meeting.
OLD BUSINESS: 5 Star on May 14th, 2022. (approx. 11-5). At this time – Lighthouse Chapter has fulfilled their
paperwork and has been reinstated. All monies (except for a check that is in the mail) have been updated. There
was a question concerning the chapter meeting during suspension. It was explained and approved. Doc – there
are other chapters that are not following through with requirements. If all reports, especially treasurer are not
completed, chapters will be suspended. Due to the current administration and their new tactics especially con-
cerning taxes, we must be vigilante with our paperwork.
Steve – Treasure Coast will host April meeting. Lake made a motion, Polk seconded it. Motion passed.
NEW BUSINESS: None
GOOD TO THE ORDER: Strongbo at Palm Beach passed. Vintage – Sgt at Arms in Hospital and his wife as
well. Lake – Leesburg Bikefest in Nov 11-14. Hillsborough – the “Memorial” is available from Spooks and
Scoots. Take back to chapters. Boots is not doing well. Keep her and Buc in your prayers. Lake (Vera) spoke of
a special thank you? Ideas to be discussed. Donations? Lighthouse suggested a cards from each chapter and give
a gift card. Talked about a Flag on the Capital with “to Ms ABATE, You will always be on our list”.
Lighthouse – Motion to bring cards and or gift cards to December Delegate State meeting. Estero seconded. All
in favor. Lighthouse – motion – to have flag flown and give her the flag at June meeting. Seconded by Treasure
Coast. All in favor.
We all make mistakes; the idea is to not make the same mistake twice. The Board appreciates everything that
you do. To the Presidents of the Chapters here, it’s not an easy job. Be fair to your people, take care of them and
they will take care of you. Many ask how ABATE of FLORIDA, Inc. does it. It’s because of our people. Use
our $4k insurance policy as an incentive for membership. Polk County – Dec is the 38th annual Toy Run. Forest
has 2 events in October, and November. Breast Cancer Awareness and VFW Veterans home repair. To all Veter-
ans – if a person thanks you, all tell them thank you for your support.
50/50 Winner – Russ from Forest. Donated it back.

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Hey Gang, some more the 10 most OVERLOOKED safety tips courtesy
of Motorcycle.com. Here’s a serious reminder of what we need to do
EVERY time we ride
AUBURNDALE, Fla. — A motorcycle rider died on a state highway
where he was struck by a state trooper and then run over by a tractor trail-
er, the Florida Highway Patrol said. The trooper was helping a construc-
tion crew working on a lane closure for repairs Monday night near Au-
burndale in central Florida, an agency news release said.
The 52-year-old man was headed west along State Road 400 when the
trooper pulled onto the road and collided with his Harley Davidson motor-
cycle, sending the rider’s body into the path of the truck, the report said.
He was pronounced dead at the scene. Neither the 30-year-old trooper nor
the truck driver were injured. The names of those involved were not re-
leased.
Maybe the most overlooked safety tip of them all is staying focused. We’re
all guilty of wandering off, especially if we’re cruising along the interstate
without another soul in sight, but maintaining focus is key in the event an
emergency arises. That doesn’t mean riding wide-eyed and with a death
grip on the bars, but stay alert, be aware of what’s
around you, listen to your motorcycle, and most of
all, have fun.
Safely yours,
Fred Corr – Gator Alley Safety

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N Thank you to Fuller’s Funeral Home, Havana Cafe and Naples Mo-
E torcycle Riding School for renewing their ads! Havana Café was

very happy to see us after the Memorial Tribute and even gave us an
extra donation above their ad price. It truly DOES pay to visit our

W advertisers and thank them!! Thank you Laura Jo for the bright new
S ads for NNCC, Everglades, Sawgrass and CC Choppers!
L Expiring Ads after this issue: Bruce L Scheiner, Classic Diamond
E Plumbing, Regal Tire

If you have a bike trailer and would like to

T be listed on our safety team, please let me
T know.
E Keep the shiny side up!
R Deb “Ms. Piggs” Pignatiello

Hi all would like to thank the following for renewing their member- M
ships: Justin Case, Marlin Case, McKayla Brooks, Logan Hedepath, E
Gerald Moon, Lindsay Frost, Lefty Evans, Mario Trupiano, and new M
member Andrew Skapyak. B
E
The following are up for renewal in November: Joe and Robin Bel- R
anger S
H
The following are up for renewal in January: Bob Fletcher, Christine I
Johnston, Barb Grassland, Thomas Howes, Vito Trupiano, and Violeta P

Whitting.

Hope to see you all soon! Trudi

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5 Star Chapter Meetings: 5 Star Chapter Meetings:
West Coast– 3rd Sunday West Coast—3rd Sunday
Estero River—3rd Sunday
Estero River– 3rd Sunday Southwest—4th Sunday
Southwest- 4th Sunday Peace River—4th Sunday
Peace River- 4th Sunday
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Redistricting news from News Service of Florida
By Jim Turner

As expected, the Senate redistricting process was handed off Monday to two subcom-
mittees to begin drafting congressional and legislative maps for the next decade.

Senate Reapportionment Chairman Ray Rodrigues, R-Estero, directed the subcommittee
chairs --- Fleming Island Republican Jennifer Bradley of the Congressional Reapportion-
ment Subcommittee and Zephyrhills Republican Danny Burgess of the Legislative Reap-
portionment Subcommittee --- to hold close to two “tier” standards outlined by the Flor-
ida Supreme Court.

Tier 1, in part, includes a prohibition on drawing lines with the intent of favoring or disfa-
voring a political party or an incumbent. Tier 2 includes standards such as districts being
nearly equal in population, remaining compact and, where possible, following bounda-
ries of such things as counties and cities.

Rodrigues said he’d prefer county boundaries be used, “where feasible.”

“I recommend that staff explore the concepts that, where feasible, result in districts con-
sisting of whole counties in less populated areas, and to explore concepts that, where
feasible, keep districts wholly within a county in the more densely populated areas,” Ro-
drigues said.

Reapportionment is expected to dominate the 2022 legislative session. House Minority
Co-leader Rep. Evan Jenne, D-Dania Beach, predicted a “knockdown, drag out” process
as political careers hang in the balance.

“Hopefully, everyone just adheres to what we have to do with
the Constitution, and we hope that everybody does not try to
make these maps in such a way to favor a political party, either
of the political parties, or any one individual, whether they're in
office or not at this point,” Jenne told reporters this week.

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