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Fourth Saturdays, starting October 26 • 10 a.m. – Noon
Make creativity part of your family routine the 4th Saturday of each month during Family Art Labs! Drop in for free, hands-on family fun! Explore something new every month like art making, gallery activities, games and more – all inspired by artworks on view in the gallery, famous artists, national holidays and artistic traditions around the world.
This month, celebrate and learn about our Dia de los Muertos Exhibit by painting sugar skulls on small flower pots and planters!
Hula Dance Class
Fridays, Nov 1 – 22 • Fridays are for fun with Hawaiian, Tahitian, Maori and Samoan movement!
Art for Young People
Tuesdays, Nov 5 – 19 • Let your little one explore basic art principles, such as line, texture, color and composition while also learning about art history!
Zentangle – Drawing Effortlessly
Workshop, Nov 3 • Zentangle is easy, fun and stress-free. Learn everything you need to create beautiful designs that can be combined, altered and repeated to create unlimited images!
Youth Art Works
Thursdays, Nov 7 – Dec 19 • With an emphasis on exploration, professional artists teach students in a fun, relaxed environment where they can express their creativity and gain self-confidence.
Better Than Bows
Workshop, Nov 10 • Learn an easy-to-master technique to create beautiful gift bags using a multitude of papers and other fun embellishments.
Watercolor – Getting Started
Workshop, Nov 16 • This workshop is the first in a series of progressively more advanced sessions to be held in the coming months
Watercolor – Beyond Beginner
Workshop, Nov 23 • This session will concentrate on the importance of perspective, light and shadows, and the principles of design and composition.
Visual Arts for Artists with Autism
Tuesdays, Nov 7 – 21 • Classes are designed for students 8-18 to focus on identity development, self-awareness, self-esteem, and positive coping skills.

FORT MYERS, Fla., (Oct. 22, 2019) – Bell Tower is inviting all ghosts, goblins and costumed characters to its annual Halloween Spooktacular on Oct. 26.

The family-friendly Halloween Spooktacular features a three-hour window for trick-or-treating between Bell Tower’s distinguished boutiques, restaurants and entertainment attractions, as well as a dance party at the newly renovated Center Court.

“Children everywhere look forward to trick-or-treating, but Halloween falls on a school night this year,” said Shannon Palzer, marketing manager for Bell Tower. “Hosting the Halloween Spooktacular on a weekend ensures that children and their parents won’t miss out on this fun tradition at Bell Tower, which has grown into one of Southwest Florida’s favorite Halloween events.”

The Halloween Spooktacular runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26 at Bell Tower, 13499 S. Cleveland Ave. in Fort Myers. This year, Bell Tower is hosting a Virtual Costume Contest. To enter, parents must share photos of their children trick-or-treating on the Halloween Spooktacular Facebook event page; winners will be announced Monday, Oct. 28.

About Bell Tower

Bell Tower is a landmark shopping, dining and entertainment destination centrally located in Fort Myers, Florida. The open-air center offers fine retail shops including eclectic boutiques and shopping favorites Williams-Sonoma, Chico’s, White House | Black Market, Victoria’s Secret, Pink, Ocean View & 7^th, Talbots, francesca’s and Ulta. Exceptional shopping is complemented by distinctive restaurants: DaRuMa Japanese Steak House, Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, Blue Pointe Oyster Bar & Seafood Grill, Cantina Laredo, Mimi’s Café, T.G.I. Friday’s, Society, World of Beer and Ice Spot. Bell Tower also is home to Dave & Buster’s, The Fresh Market, Bed Bath & Beyond and a 20-screen Regal Cinema complex. A community partner and pet-friendly destination, Bell Tower Shops hosts special events throughout the year, including concerts, fundraisers, art fairs and more. Visit BellTowerFortMyers.com for more information.

About Madison Marquette

Madison Marquette is a leading private real estate investment manager, developer, operator and service provider headquartered in Washington, D.C. Founded in 1992, the company’s reputation is built on the successful development, repositioning and redevelopment of commercial mixed-use assets in major gateway and emerging high-growth markets throughout the United States. Madison Marquette partners with global institutional and private investors to achieve industry-leading investment performance across asset classes. In addition, the firm provides integrated management and leasing services to many of the most sophisticated institutional owners in the industry. On behalf of owners and investors, Madison Marquette provides insight, and often innovative incorporation of retail, that results in high-performing and unique real estate destinations that add long-term value to their communities. Current high-profile projects include The Wharf in Washington, D.C., the redevelopment of the Asbury Park waterfront in New Jersey and Pacific Place in Seattle, WA. The firm covers major U.S. markets through its primary offices in Washington, D.C., New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Seattle and Fort Lauderdale.  Madison Marquette is a member of the Capital Guidance global group of companies. For more information, visit www.MadisonMarquette.com.

Hogfish recreational harvest will close in state and federal waters off Florida’s Atlantic and southern Gulf coasts Nov. 1. This closure includes all state waters south of Cape Sable, which is on the Gulf side of Florida, and up the Atlantic coast. The Keys/east Florida hogfish season runs from May 1 through Oct. 31.
Recreational harvest remains open in state and federal waters north of Cape Sable in the Gulf. 
Visit MyFWC.com/Fishing and click on “Saltwater Fishing,” “Recreational Regulations” and “Hogfish” for more information. 

Oct. 22, 2019
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Greater amberjack closes Nov. 1 in Gulf state waters
The recreational harvest of greater amberjack in Gulf of Mexico state and federal waters closes Nov. 1 and will remain closed through April 30, 2020. The season is scheduled to reopen May 1-31, 2020.
This seasonal harvest closure is intended to help conserve the Gulf greater amberjack population and rebuild this fishery for the future.
Learn more about recreational fishing at MyFWC.com/Fishing by clicking on “Saltwater Fishing” and “Recreational Regulations.”

Fort Myers, Fla. (October 21, 2019) – The Southwest Florida Regional Technology Partnership  (SWFRTP) invites area technology professionals and students to attend TECHMatch 2019, a technology jobs event designed to match technology employers with students and prospective job seekers. The event is perfect for current tech job seekers, technology students of all levels (secondary, vocational, and college – even if not yet seeking a job), and current technology professionals to come meet representatives from the region’s leading technology organizations and employers.  TECHMatch will be held on Tuesday, October 29 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Florida Gulf Coast University, Cohen Center Ballroom, 10501 FGCU Blvd N, Fort Myers. Registration is required at www.swfrtp.org and the event is free to attend.
This year’s event is sponsored by CareerSource Southwest Florida and will feature a record number of regional companies.  All attendees will enjoy an opportunity to interact with company representatives and match their skills to open positions.  Companies exhibiting at TECHMatch include Hertz, 21st Century Oncology, Chico’s FAS, Lee Health, Hotwire, ITVantage, Testimonial Tree, Inceptus, Flightdocs, FGCU, Cigent, ReachMobi, Shaw Development, iPartnerMedia, SkyLink Data Centers, Hodges University, CareerSource Southwest Florida, Bonita Springs Area Chamber of Commerce, Herc Rentals, Linga POS, Vectra Digital, Call Miner, Arthrex, Logiscool and Miromar Development Corp.
 
Digital Media Assets
Facebook Event Page:
https://www.facebook.com/events/2457087847681768/
 
SWFL Regional Technology Partnership logo:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1ut48pKynId8VvOl-kSiv5umqaaTYkK7t
 
About the SWFL Regional Technology Partnership
The Southwest Florida Regional Technology Partnership (SWFRTP) was chartered in 2008 and is the only group dedicated solely to the growth of the technology cluster in southwest Florida. The non-profit organization is a member of Lee County’s Horizon Council and is comprised of technology companies and technology users, economic development groups and higher education institutions. Through its strategies to inspire, innovate and inform, the SWFRTP produces educational seminars, career forums, professional networking events and the only regional awards program dedicated to technology development and implementation. Membership and sponsorship information is available at www.swfrtp.org.
 
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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has charged two suspects for poaching thousands of Florida’s native turtles from the wild and selling them illegally in Florida, with final destinations in international markets. These charges represent the state’s largest seizure of turtles in recent history.
“The illegal trade of turtles is having a global impact on many turtle species and our ecosystems. We commend our law enforcement’s work to address the crisis of illegal wildlife trafficking,” said FWC Executive Director Eric Sutton.
“Putting a stop to this criminal enterprise is a significant win for conservation,” said Col. Curtis Brown, head of FWC’s Division of Law Enforcement. “Arresting people engaged in illegal wildlife trafficking supports our environment and legal businesses. It is especially positive and rewarding to be able to release many of the turtles back into the wild.”
“We know that the global black market in live animals includes traffickers smuggling protected species of turtles out of the United States, usually for export to the Asian pet market,” said Dr. Craig Stanford, Chairman of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature’s Tortoise and Freshwater Turtle Specialist Group. “This sinister and illegal trade threatens the future of many species of North American animals, and as one of the most threatened animal groups on the planet, turtles are at the forefront of our concern.”
The illegal commercialization of wildlife ranks fourth behind guns, drugs and human smuggling and, in many instances, is connected due to the monetary gain. The International Fund for Animal Welfare estimates illegal wildlife trade in the US at $19 billion annual income.
The FWC launched an undercover investigation after receiving a tip in February 2018. Through surveillance and other investigative tactics, FWC investigators determined that a ring of well-organized wildlife traffickers was illegally catching and selling wild turtles to large-scale reptile dealers and illegal distributors, who shipped most of them overseas on the black market. Michael Boesenberg (DOB 02/05/1980) of Fort Myers, directed individuals to illegally collect turtles in large numbers; once he had enough turtles on hand he would then sell to a buyer with links to Asian markets.
To fulfill a buyer’s request, these poachers targeted habitats known for the specific species. Over time, they depleted the populations so much that they had to expand into other parts of the state to meet the growing demand. The FWC predicts that turtle populations are most heavily impacted in Lee County, the primary source for the seized turtles, but that the suspects worked with other wildlife traffickers around the state and country. The total negative impacts to wild turtle populations stretch beyond Lee County and Florida.
“Wild turtle populations cannot sustain the level of harvest that took place here,” said Dr. Brooke Talley, the Reptile and Amphibian Conservation Coordinator for the FWC. “This will likely have consequences for the entire ecosystem and is a detriment for our citizens and future generations.”
Depending upon the species, the poached turtles sold wholesale for up to $300 each and retailed for as much as $10,000 each in Asia. Evidence indicated turtles sold within one month totaled an estimated $60,000. The sellers received mostly cash, occasionally trading turtles for marijuana products.
The FWC documented more than 4,000 turtles illegally taken and sold over a 6-month period, including Florida box turtles, Eastern box turtles, striped mud turtles, Florida mud turtles, chicken turtles, Florida softshell turtles, Gulf Coast spiny softshell turtles, spotted turtles and diamondback terrapins. As a result of a search warrant served on Aug. 12, investigators found the poachers in possession of hundreds of turtles, along with the skull and shell of a protected Kemp’s Ridley sea turtle. The turtles seized had an estimated black market value of $200,000.
All seized animals were evaluated for health and species identification by FWC biologists. Over 600 turtles were returned to the wild, two dozen were quarantined and released at a later date, and a handful were retained by a captive wildlife licensee since they were not native to the area. Nearly 300 of the freed turtles are now part of a long-term monitoring project by the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation.
“SCCF has been conducting research on these turtles for nearly two decades.Thanks to FWC for uncovering this illicit activity that has adversely affected wild turtle populations,” said Chris Lechowicz, Wildlife & Habitat Management Program Director at SCCF.
Selling wild-caught freshwater turtles is illegal and harvesting them from the wild is specifically regulated by Florida Administrative Code 68A-25.002 (6). Some turtle species may be kept as captive wildlife with the proper permits.
The public can help by reporting suspected wildlife violations to the FWC. To make a report, call the Wildlife Alert hotline at 888-404-FWCC (3922) or text [email protected].
The suspects and their charges are as follows:
Michael Boesenberg (DOB 02/05/1980 of Fort Myers, FL):

• F.S.S. 812.019(2) – Dealing in stolen property as an organizer
• F.A.C. 68A-25.002 (6)(a)1 – 3 counts – Taking over the bag limit of turtles
• F.A.C. 68A-25.002 (6)(a) – Over the possession limit of box turtles
• F.A.C. 68A-25.002 (6)(c) – Sale and offer for sale turtle taken from the wild
• The enabling statute for these violations of F.A.C 68A-6 is F.S. 379.4015(2)(a)1.
• FAC 68A-6.004(4)(q)1(c) – 9 counts – Standard Caging Requirements for Captive Wildlife
• F.S.S 379.2431 – Possession of marine turtle parts
• F.A.C 68A-4.004(5) – Possession of black bear parts
• F.S.S. 893.13(6)(a) –Possess cannabis over 20 grams
• F.S.S. 893.13(1)(a)(2) –Possess with intent to sell/deliver
• F.S.S. 893.13(6)(a) –Possess controlled substance (THC oil)

Michael Clemons (DOB 09/05/1996 Fort Myers, FL):

• F.S.S. 812.019(1) –Dealing in stolen property
• F.A.C. 68A-25.002 (6)(a)1 –2 counts –Taking over the bag limit of turtles
• F.A.C. 68A-25.002 (6)(a) – Over the possession limit of box turtles
• F.A.C. 68A-25.002 (6)(c) – Sale and offer for sale turtle taken from the wild
• F.A.C. 68A-25.002(6)(b) – Transporting wild caught turtles without a permit

FORT MYERS, FL (September 16, 2019) – After its wildly successful run off-Broadway, Lab Theater will present the first licensed U.S. production of Matt Murphy’s Sex Tips for Straight Women from a Gay Man, opening on October 25^th.
The play is set at Lab Community College’s auditorium where the Contemporary Literature Department holds its monthly Meet the Authors series. Things take a turn towards hilarity when the originating professor dies just before curtain, and her replacement is more than a tad uncomfortable with the subject matter of the book titled Sex Tips for Straight Women from a Gay Man. What ensues is a book club talkback meets bachelorette party event that is perfect for date night fun.
Director Randall Kenneth Jones says Sex Tips for Straight Women from a Gay Man won’t unify a politically divided country, relieve pain and suffering, help you track the 4,983 passwords required to live in today’s ultra-wired world or bring Will & Grace back for another season. In playwright Matt Murphy’s uproarious prattle of the sexes—regardless of the team you play on—the only casualties are those who are too frigid (a.k.a. frozen) to LET IT GO. Will Sex Tips make you a better lover? Please email us and let us know! Will Sex Tips make you laugh? If you are willing to be a bit naughty — and share your enthusiasm in a public forum — you should be good to go. So, with tongue firmly planted in cheek—and in celebration of laughter’s proven medicinal faculty—welcome to Lab Community College, the Home of the Fighting Beavers, a very special place where reading is MUCH MORE than just FUNdamental.”
Artistic Director Annette Trossbach adds, “We are delighted and honored to be presenting the first licensed production in the country of this saucy and hilarious show! It’s been a delight working with playwright Matt Murphy and we look forward to hosting him for opening night! This is the absolute perfect date night show, sure to have audiences squealing with laughter!
 
Perfect date-night show! Five stars! – BroadwayWorld.com
The play features Steven Michael Kennedy, Madelaine Weymouth, and Michael Burnette with stage management by Suzanne Davies. The production has been generously sponsored by Arlene Foreman.
There will be an opening night reception starting at 7:15 p.m. on Friday the 25th of October.  Please note that there is no special teen event for this production since no one under 16^th will be admitted.  There will be an audience talkback immediately after the performance on opening night.
Mature themes and language; no one under 16 admitted to the performance.
Rows A, B, and C are on the floor. Rows D and above are on risers.
Sex Tips for Straight Women from a Gay Man will play from October 24^th – November 16^th at the Laboratory Theater of Florida.
Performance dates:
October 24, 25, 26, 31 at 8 pm
October 27 at 2 pm.
November 1, 2, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16 at 8 pm
November 3, 10, 16 at 2 pm
 
Special Events:
October 24th – Half-price preview night
October 25th – Opening Night Reception
Please note there is no Staging Teen Success Through Theater for this production.
October 25th – Community talkback immediately following the performance.
Tickets are available to purchase on Brownpapertickets.com or by calling the box office at 239-218-0481. For additional savings, guests may purchase a 2018-2019 Season Pass.
 
ABOUT THE LABORATORY THEATER OF FLORIDA
The Laboratory Theater of Florida, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, is dedicated to the promotion of the performing arts, through live performance, education, community outreach, experimentation, and the development of ensemble work. The company features ensemble productions, produces classic works, takes artistic risks, which both feature and challenge local performers. For more information visit www.LaboratoryTheaterFlorida.com or the physical location at 1634 Woodford Avenue, in the Fort Myers River District.

FORT MYERS, Fla., (Oct. 14, 2019) – Bell Tower, long known as Southwest Florida’s favorite pet-friendly destination, is partnering with Club Pilates to create a first-of-its-kind social event for dog-lovers and fitness buffs.

On Oct. 19, Bell Tower is hosting Puppies & Pilates, a lively BYOD (Bring Your Own Dog) event that features a Pilates class and special treats for both pets and humans.

Shannon Willits, owner of two Club Pilates locations in Fort Myers, will lead the fitness class. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, water and sunscreen in addition to a well-behaved, leashed dog.

Puppies & Pilates runs from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Oct. 19 at Center Court inside Bell Tower, 13499 S. Cleveland Ave. in Fort Myers.

Pre-registration is not required and the event is free, but participants are encouraged to bring donations for the Gulf Coast Humane Society. The shelter accepts monetary donations as well as wet dog food, bones, toys, no-pull harnesses, leashes, grooming supplies, cleaning supplies and other pet-related items. For a complete wish list, please visit GulfCoastHumaneSociety.org/Supplies-Wish-List.

Gulf Coast Humane Society also will have adoptable dogs on hand and volunteers to explain the adoption process.

Blue Pointe Oyster Bar & Seafood Grill will provide a mimosa bar after the Pilates session ends, and Narrative Coffee Roasters will have its mobile espresso cart at Center Court selling both hot and cold beverages.

About Bell Tower

Bell Tower is a landmark shopping, dining and entertainment destination centrally located in Fort Myers, Florida. The open-air center offers fine retail shops including eclectic boutiques and shopping favorites Williams-Sonoma, Chico’s, White House | Black Market, Victoria’s Secret, Pink, Ocean View & 7^th, Talbots, francesca’s and Ulta. Exceptional shopping is complemented by distinctive restaurants: DaRuMa Japanese Steak House, Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, Blue Pointe Oyster Bar & Seafood Grill, Cantina Laredo, Mimi’s Café, T.G.I. Friday’s, Society, World of Beer and Ice Spot. Bell Tower also is home to Dave & Buster’s, The Fresh Market, Bed Bath & Beyond and a 20-screen Regal Cinema complex. A community partner and pet-friendly destination, Bell Tower Shops hosts special events throughout the year, including concerts, fundraisers, art fairs and more. Visit BellTowerFortMyers.com for more information.

About Madison Marquette

Madison Marquette is a leading private real estate investment manager, developer, operator and service provider headquartered in Washington, D.C. Founded in 1992, the company’s reputation is built on the successful development, repositioning and redevelopment of commercial mixed-use assets in major gateway and emerging high-growth markets throughout the United States. Madison Marquette partners with global institutional and private investors to achieve industry-leading investment performance across asset classes. In addition, the firm provides integrated management and leasing services to many of the most sophisticated institutional owners in the industry. On behalf of owners and investors, Madison Marquette provides insight, and often innovative incorporation of retail, that results in high-performing and unique real estate destinations that add long-term value to their communities. Current high-profile projects include The Wharf in Washington, D.C., the redevelopment of the Asbury Park waterfront in New Jersey and Pacific Place in Seattle, WA. The firm covers major U.S. markets through its primary offices in Washington, D.C., New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Seattle and Fort Lauderdale.  Madison Marquette is a member of the Capital Guidance global group of companies. For more information, visit www.MadisonMarquette.com.

FORT MYERS, Fla. (Oct. 18, 2019) – The fourth annual Charity Golf Outing, presented by Brown & Brown Insurance of Southwest Florida, raised a tournament record $50,200 to support scholarship programs for Child Care of Southwest Florida.

Held Sept. 27 at West Bay Golf Club, this year’s sold-out tournament field included 144 golfers who enjoyed a pre-golf breakfast and a round of championship golf followed by an awards luncheon and silent auction. Winners of the four-person scramble were: Noah Coffers, Russel Funk, Clif Myers and Chase Marinell.

“Not only was the turnout phenomenal this year, but 35 businesses and organizations stepped forward as sponsors,” said Jason Cloar, executive vice president and office leader for Brown & Brown Insurance of Southwest Florida. “This golf tournament is quickly becoming a premier fundraising event in the region, and we’re glad to continue supporting a nonprofit organization that truly is preparing the next generation for success.”

The Charity Golf Outing raises money to provide working families in Lee and Hendry counties with financial assistance so their children can receive a high-quality early childhood education at one of Child Care of Southwest Florida’s six nationally accredited learning centers.

“Every research study out there keeps pointing to a strong early childhood education as the single most important factor in a young person’s academic, social and behavioral development,” said Chris Hansen, CEO of Child Care of Southwest Florida. “We never want to turn away a child because their family lacks financial resources, so the continued success of this golf tournament means we can provide more scholarships that allow additional children to have access to a high-quality education.”

Joining Brown & Brown Insurance of Southwest Florida as sponsors for the golf tournament were: ABS Distributors; AmWINS Brokerage of Florida; B & I Contractors; BB&T Bank; Centauri Insurance; Coastal Custom Pool and Spa; Cornerstone Builders; CRS Technology Consultants; Denny Grimes & Team; Edison National Bank; Ferguson; Gulfcoast Coin & Jewelry; Leopardi’s Italian Restaurant; Lipman Family Farms; Maschmidt Wealth Management; MetLife; Myers, Brettholtz & Company, PA; Paychex; Priority Marketing; PSR Peachtree Special Risk Brokers; Raymond James; RT Ryan Turner Specialty; Sanibel Captiva Community Bank; Shoot Center; South Trail Tire & Auto Repair; T3 Communications; Taylor Carpet One; Target Roofing & Sheet Metal; UBS – The Maurillo Group; United Healthcare; United Mechanical; Waltbillig & Hood General Contractors; Weinstein Wilkes Financial Group;  and Yardmaster Lawn Service.

About Child Care of Southwest Florida

Child Care of Southwest Florida, Inc. (CCSWFL) is a nonprofit early childhood education provider with six learning centers in Lee and Hendry counties that serve more than 500 children from 6 weeks to 8 years old. Each center is accredited through the National Accreditation Commission for Early Learning Leaders and is recognized as a Gold Seal Quality Care Program through the Florida Department of Children and Families. All six CCSWFL locations have five-star ratings through the Early Learning Coalition of Southwest Florida. CCSWFL follows the nationally recognized, research-based Creative Curriculum, with a goal of creating safe, nurturing learning environments that develop young minds, support families, strengthen the community and secure the future. Through its participation in the USDA’s Child Food Care Program, each child has access to a healthy, nutritious breakfast, lunch and snacks. Sponsor, volunteer and donation opportunities are available. For more information, please visit ccswfl.org.

About Brown & Brown Insurance of Southwest Florida

Founded in 1939, Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE: BRO) is a leading insurance brokerage firm with 80 years of proven success in providing risk management solutions to individuals and businesses. Brown & Brown Insurance of Southwest Florida is a trade name filed under Brown & Brown of Florida, Inc. in 2017 after the company merged its Naples and Fort Myers operations. Brown & Brown of Florida is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Brown & Brown, Inc. Locally, the company employs more than 80 professionals who use their experience, carrier relationships, and principled customer focus to deliver superior service and solutions. For more information, please visit bbswfla.com.

CAPE CORAL, Fla. (Oct. 18, 2019) – Stevens Construction has started construction of Viscaya-Prado Veterinary Hospital, an 11,630-square-foot, 24-hour facility, announced Dan Adams, vice president and partner.

Located at 1141 Country Club Blvd. in Cape Coral, Viscaya-Prado Veterinary Hospital will include 20 exam rooms, X-ray, four operating rooms, treatment area, outdoor run, pharmacy and lab. Slated for completion in summer 2020, Viscaya-Prado Veterinary Hospital will also house separate dog and cat wards.

The Stevens Construction team includes project manager, Jon Zander; superintendent, Mark Battaglia and Angie Sugg as project administrator. The architect of record is Ronald J. Melvin.

About Stevens Construction

With offices in Fort Myers, Tampa and Orlando, Stevens Construction specializes in providing construction management, general contracting and consulting services to clients and design professionals. Other services include site and design team selection, budgeting, project scheduling, permitting, cost and quality control and warranty service. The company builds healthcare, commercial and hospitality facilities. For information, visit www.stevensconstructioninc.com or call 239-936-9006.