What you are seeing on TV is happening along the coast. Tar balls are washing up and the clean up is continuous. Back bay waters have been affected and the pass is being opened and closed for boat traffic as needed. It truely is a disaster but Caribe Resort is doing very well. Due to the multiple amenities Caribe offers with slides, pools and our famous lazy river, our guests are truely enjoying themselves. 40,000 square feet of pool surface is enough to keep everyone happy! If you are an owner or guest do not hesitate to come down. The restaurants are open the traffic is low so come on down and enjoy the best resort on the gulf coast.

On Tuesday June 15th at 5:00pm the City of Orange Beach will hold the weekly City Council Meeting at City Council Chambers. On the agenda to discuss will be the proposed amendment to ordinance No. 172 Zoning Ordinance, case No. 504 -PUDA-10 Outcast Charter, Caribe PUD Major Modification.

Request for Major Modification to Caribe PUD to conver 18 boat slips from private to commercial uses to contain Outcast Charter Docks; Owner: Larry Wireman, Caribe Resort.

Up to:

-Ten (10) 3-person Sea Doos
-Two (2) 12-person pontoon boats
-Six (6) 6-person charter boats
-Three (3) 20 -person charter boats
Total 21 Vessels

125 parking spots (gravel)
1200 sq foot Charter Outcast building 30’x40′

Maintain option to build 312 unit condominum tower.

As a note, this is the current gravel parking area between Cobalt and Caribe B tower. This permit does not include the distribution or sale of fuels.

The developer sees this as another valuable amenity to the resort. The slips used will be to the west of the current gate and no users of these slips will be permitted to access Caribe property unless they are an owner or owners guest. No parking will be allowed at the current towers and no boats for Outcast Charters will be docked behind Caribe Resort towers B, C, D.

If you have any comments or concerns and you cannot attend this meeting you can email Cathy Constantino, City Clerk, cconstantino@cityoforangebeach.com

At today’s planning commission meeting a major modification was approved for the Caribe PUD to develope Outcast Charters. This includes changing 18 boat slips from private to commercial use, constructing a 30′ by 40′ dock store/office and a gravel parking lot for the purpose of operating a charter fishing and rental business from the marina. It also allows the developer to keep his rights to build the 312 unit condominium tower. As an added note,
the marina did not request a permit for a fuel station on site.

Unfortunately there are tar balls on the beach. Below is the official warning to not swim until further notice. Our pools and grounds are clean, clear and awaitiing your arrival.

Swimming advisory issued
The Alabama Department of Public Health has issued a swimming advisory for the waters off Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and Fort Morgan effective at p.m. today. A swimming advisory means that individuals are discouraged from swimming in the affected waters. However, it does not mean the beaches are closed. Visitors are still welcome to sunbathe and walk the beach, but we suggest they swim in a pool or enjoy our many off-beach activities.

Additionally, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has closed all state waters in the gulf and some inshore areas for fishing. The pier at Gulf State Park will be closed for fishing effective at 6 p.m., but will remain open to sightseers.

To read the advisory and fishing closing click here.

We will continue to post updates regarding this and other issues daily at www.gulfshores.com/issues and www.orangebeach.com/issues.

Notice from City of Gulf Shores regarding tar balls
City officials are aware that small tar balls, ranging in size from a dime to a baseball, have washed ashore along the beaches within Gulf Shores. The Shoreline Cleanup and Assessment Technique Team (SCATT) is engaged, and these occurrences are being handled according to the policies and procedures of the Unified Command, as well as all supporting organizations. Appropriate clean-up crews are being deployed and will be monitoring for further impact. While it is probable that we will continue to see sporadic incidents such as this occur, every effort is being made to keep the oil from reaching our gulf coast beaches.

The BP oil spill, and its effect on the northern gulf coast, has been an evolving reality. All City officials, in coordination with other local, state, and federal agencies, are working effortlessly to stay ahead of, and monitor, this situation.

Should you encounter tar balls along the beach, please take the following action:

1. Do take a photo with an item beside to show the scale, preferably a ruler.

2. Note the color, appearance, location, date, and time.

3. Report your finding to 1-866-448-5816.

4. AVOID CONTACT…DO NOT TOUCH and, please, DO NOT BURY. Allow the appropriate clean-up crews to remove!

5. If skin contact occurs, flush with water or remove with baby oil.

The City of Gulf Shores will continue to examine all aspects of the BP oil incident and provide our community with the latest, most accurate, information as it is reported to us.

Media coverage you need to be aware of
The following story broke on AL.com earlier this afternoon and was picked up by the AP wire service. While the beach may look clear where you are, this story is likely to be all over the place this evening. We just want all our partners to be aware of it in case they receive questions about.

http://blog.al.com/live/2010/06/alabama_beaches_oil_gulf_shores.html

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PO Drawer 457 • Gulf Shores, AL 36547 • 1-800-745-SAND (7263) • info@gulfshores.com

For questions and concerns about this email, please send an email to info@gulfshores.com.

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Swimming advisory issued
The Alabama Department of Public Health has issued a swimming advisory for the waters off Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and Fort Morgan effective at p.m. today. A swimming advisory means that individuals are discouraged from swimming in the affected waters. However, it does not mean the beaches are closed. Visitors are still welcome to sunbathe and walk the beach, but we suggest they swim in a pool or enjoy our many off-beach activities.

Additionally, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has closed all state waters in the gulf and some inshore areas for fishing. The pier at Gulf State Park will be closed for fishing effective at 6 p.m., but will remain open to sightseers.

To read the advisory and fishing closing click here.

We will continue to post updates regarding this and other issues daily at www.gulfshores.com/issues and www.orangebeach.com/issues.

Notice from City of Gulf Shores regarding tar balls
City officials are aware that small tar balls, ranging in size from a dime to a baseball, have washed ashore along the beaches within Gulf Shores. The Shoreline Cleanup and Assessment Technique Team (SCATT) is engaged, and these occurrences are being handled according to the policies and procedures of the Unified Command, as well as all supporting organizations. Appropriate clean-up crews are being deployed and will be monitoring for further impact. While it is probable that we will continue to see sporadic incidents such as this occur, every effort is being made to keep the oil from reaching our gulf coast beaches.

The BP oil spill, and its effect on the northern gulf coast, has been an evolving reality. All City officials, in coordination with other local, state, and federal agencies, are working effortlessly to stay ahead of, and monitor, this situation.

Should you encounter tar balls along the beach, please take the following action:

1. Do take a photo with an item beside to show the scale, preferably a ruler.

2. Note the color, appearance, location, date, and time.

3. Report your finding to 1-866-448-5816.

4. AVOID CONTACT…DO NOT TOUCH and, please, DO NOT BURY. Allow the appropriate clean-up crews to remove!

5. If skin contact occurs, flush with water or remove with baby oil.

The City of Gulf Shores will continue to examine all aspects of the BP oil incident and provide our community with the latest, most accurate, information as it is reported to us.

Media coverage you need to be aware of
The following story broke on AL.com earlier this afternoon and was picked up by the AP wire service. While the beach may look clear where you are, this story is likely to be all over the place this evening. We just want all our partners to be aware of it in case they receive questions about.

http://blog.al.com/live/2010/06/alabama_beaches_oil_gulf_shores.html

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Alabama Gulf Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau
PO Drawer 457 • Gulf Shores, AL 36547 • 1-800-745-SAND (7263) • info@gulfshores.com

For questions and concerns about this email, please send an email to info@gulfshores.com.

You are receiving this email because you or your business is listed as an Industry Partner to the
Alabama Gulf Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau.

To unsubscribe from all Alabama Gulf Coast Convention & Visitor Bureau, please click here.

Outcast Charter Meeting OB

Good News on the Beach front!

Ike’s Beach Service will be offering chairs and umbrellas at all three beach locations /pass close to Caribe Resort. To reserve two chairs and an umbrella call Ike’s at 251.948.3757. Cost is $25.00 per day or $100.00 per six days.

Enjoy!!!

On June 1st at 5pm the City of Orange Beach will discuss Larry Wireman’s proposal for opening Outcast Charters on the vacant water front land between Cobalt and Caribe.

Griffin Powell, Planner II, explained that the proposed amendment is a request for a minor modification to the Caribe Planned Unit Development to convert 18 existing boat slips at the marina from private residential use to commercial use for the purpose of operating a charter fishing and rental business from the site. The site plan modifications include a gravel parking area with 125 spaces and a 1,200 sf dock store / office building.

If you cannot attend, but wish to share your support of this proposal you may send your comments to:
Cathy Constantino, City Clerk
City of Orange Beach
P.O. Box 458
Orange Beach, AL 36561
251.981.6979
251.981.6981 fax
email: cconstantino@cityoforangebeach.com

Must see!

Being local has its benefits as we are first to find out about new restaurants, entertainment and new activities that happen here in paradise.

Last night the Caribe Crew had the opportunity to enjoy a sunset cruise on a new boat to our area called Wild Hearts. This catamaran can hold up to 45 people and goes out for both snorkel and evening cruises. I have been on quite a few boats for excursions similar to this but I have to tell you this is tops. Next week on Thursday they have a two hour full moon cruise for $29.00 per head! This include soft drinks, and an array of snacks. You can bring adult beverages if you prefer. If you want to just get out on the water you have to try this out, they go by Caribe almost every night so look for the big yellow catamaran called Wild Hearts and enjoy! Go to www.sailwildhearts.com.

1. Call 1-800-440-0858 to receive a claim number. You will be asked for the name of your business, your business tax ID number, and contact information. Be prepared to give dates of loss, location of loss, and description of loss.

2. Visit a claims office to make contact with a claims adjuster. We have two local offices:

Orange Beach: 24039 Perdido Beach Blvd. Behind Wintzell’s Restaurant (in the former Romar Lakes Sales Office). Sun. – Sat. 8 am – 6 pm

3. You may choose to file your claim on a monthly basis or other logical time period depending on how you maintain your business records.

4. You will need tax returns (for the past three years if possible), Profit & Loss Statements, and a breakdown of expenses. Do document discounts implemented to acquire business, and include fees such as accounting fees needed to package this documentation. You will need detailed, historical, statistical information.

This information was provided by Grant Sanders and Taylor. For all Caribe Realty Records please contact our office at 251-980-9000. For CPA needs you can contact:

Bertram L. Sanders, II

Certified Public Accountant

Grant, Sanders & Taylor, PC

1530 West 2nd Street

P.O. Box 2109

Gulf Shores, Alabama 36547

Phone: (251) 968-2727

Fax: (251) 968-7430

e-mail: bert@grantsanderstaylor.com