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Treasure Coast Real Estate for a total of 16.6 hours per turn it into ocean-access waterfront. Secondly, much ocean
Report day. When discussing the access property west of the railroad trestle is in the form of
manmade canals, which can no longer be done. These canals
issue with owners of ocean-
access property west of the offer safe mooring sites during storms. In fact, all ocean-
Brightline Is Unlikely To Cause Prices For Ocean Access railroad trestle, there is either access waterfront property west of the railroad trestle offers
Properties West Of The Railroad Trestle To “Crash” a general denial that there better protection from major storms than the ocean-access
may be a problem, or they are waterfront east of the railroad trestle.
By Jim Weix somewhat panicked. I think Some will say that Brightline is causing waterfront prices
This is a subject that nobody wants to address, particularly the truth is in the middle. to go down. In reality, the only thing going down are the
if they own ocean access property west of the railroad trestle. Yes, 50 daily closures super-inflated asking prices that were based on prices during
I even hesitate to address it in this column. It would be much will create issues for boaters. the super-inflated housing market in 2021 and the beginning
safer for me to simply scribble something about painting your Brightline is also a multi- of 2022. Higher mortgage rates and common sense, not
front door, planting flowers to improve curb appeal, or some billion dollar reality that won’t be going away. But no, it will Brightline, are causing prices to correct themselves.
other trivial subject. not cause ocean-access real estate west of the railroad trestle The St. Lucie River is an important navigable waterway.
However, the planned closings scheduled for repairing to collapse. Although there will be some changes and inconveniences,
the 100-year-old railroad trestle have brought the subject First of all, there is only so much ocean-access real waterfront owners and others will continue to have easy
of Brightline front and center. It is coming. That means that estate and unless sea levels rise 8 feet, there won’t be any access to the ocean.
there may be 50 daily closures, which take 20 minutes each, more. We can turn farmland into a subdivision, but we can’t Feel free to call me if you would like to discuss your
options. I can be reached at (772) 341-2941 or jimweix@
jimweix.com.
Jim Weix is a broker associate with The Keyes Company.
Jim has 25 years of experience selling real estate full time.
If you have questions or want the services of an experienced
expert, you can reach Jim at (772) 341-2941 or jimweix@
jimweix.com.

Kids COrNer

Kids Tag Art Banquet – 2023

Ruth “Ski” Pietruszewski,
Martin County Tax Collector,
stated that it was truly an
honor to host this program
and have the privilege
witnessing the talent of these
young artists and observing
the guidance our Martin
County teachers provide
to steer these children to
accomplish their goals and
become successful. Our
children are amazing and our
teachers and administrators
are treasures.
Speaking of treasure, a
giant pirate ship fills and
dominates the room of the
Children’s Museum where our
banquet is held. Star, a stilt
walker, dressed in her pirate
costume, mesmerized the
guests and children, greeting
them as they arrived at the
banquet. “We are eternally
grateful for the Children’s
Museum’s generosity in
allowing us to hold the
children’s banquet here.”
Innovative care for Ruth stated, “It is the perfect
venue!”
every neurological condition. recognized for their creativity
Our students were
and talent, and their art was
showcased. Awards were
presented to the winners,
At Cleveland Clinic Martin Health, our team of renowned neurologists along with a tag art medallion.
and neurosurgeons specialize in comprehensive care for every neurological Plaques were given to our
condition. From stroke recovery and advanced epilepsy treatments to sponsors. The art teachers
specialized spine care and brain tumor surgery – our experts take care of it all. received ceramic apples, filled
with goodies and adorned
with a tag art logo. This was
Expert neurological care is in your community. the fifth year that we have
provided this program. All the children’s tag art that had won
an award for the last five years was displayed on racks and
a tag art walk created to view the art.
Dinner was provided by Publix and Chick-fil-A. Two
Call 844.630.4968 to schedule an appointment. sheet cakes were custom-made by an employee of the
ClevelandClinicFlorida.org/Neuro tax collector’s office who is a culinary expert, baker, and
professional cake decorator. The cakes were so beautiful they
took your breath away, and not only were they beautiful, they
tasted delicious.
All tag art submitted (not just the winners) is available
on our website for purchase. Vanity tags, key chains, and
bike plates are all available for purchase.
Ruth expressed how honored she was to host this program
for our children, “Congratulations students! I am sure this
will not be your last piece of artwork displayed in a museum
or an art show, but it is your first! We are so proud of you.”