Manatee County. Florida. Comprehensive Annual Financial Report

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1 Manatee County Florida Comprehensive Annual Financial Report Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2008

2 Manatee County Florida Wish you were here. This standard greeting is often inscribed upon postcards in an effort to include those absent from the fun or perhaps to flaunt good fortune at escaping from the everyday routine. Today, in the age of instant electronic communication, few people mail postcards anymore, but everyone still looks forward to vacations. We view them as a sign of success and a reward for our hard work. Whether enticing loved ones to follow in the adventure or bragging about their trips, sentiments and photographs sent from lucky travelers to loved ones left at home are records of the past. A look through the Herb Loomis Historic Postcard collection at the Manatee County Historical Records Library illustrates that while many things may change, some things stay the same. The postcards reveal that the basic framework of our community s lifestyle was established long before many of us were born. The design of our neighborhoods, architectural styles, recreational amenities and the path of our roads were determined by our earliest settlers. Even more importantly, the way county residents earn their living as well as how they spend their free time is in some way a product of our past. From the fishing village of Cortez to the ferry landing at Piney Point, from McKechnie Field to Manatee High School and all points along the Manatee River, our economic fortunes come from taking advantage of what is here. Funds generated from those deep rooted ventures spread to spring training baseball, tourism and the maritime industries at Cortez and Port Manatee. In turn sprang more modern industries including health care, manufacturing and construction. Education on all levels from our schools to our universities creates new workers and provides jobs for many of our citizens. Today, all of these fields contribute to our quality of life in Manatee County. Whether you are a citizen of Manatee County or just passing through, in the pages of this Comprehensive Financial Report, we invite you to learn more about what makes this land unique and prosperous. Unlike the senders of yesterday s postcards, we extend this greeting to you... We re glad you are here! Postcard courtesy of the Herb Loomis Historic Postcard Collection, Manatee County Historical Records Library Current photo by Michael Hamlin

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Historic Cortez Introductory Section Historic Cortez Today Some of the fish houses in this hand colored postcard of Cortez still line the waterfront of the

Fishermen still leave the docks each day just as they have since the community was founded in the 1880s. The fishing industry contributes approximately $2.

7 Historic Cortez Introductory Section Historic Cortez Today Some of the fish houses in this hand colored postcard of Cortez still line the waterfront of the historic fishing village. Despite changes in time and regulations, the villagers maintained their ties to the sea. Fishermen still leave the docks each day just as they have since the community was founded in the 1880s. The fishing industry contributes approximately $2.4 million dollars to Manatee County s economy and stability. Postcard courtesy of the Herb Loomis Historic Postcard Collection, Manatee County Historical Records Library Current photo by Michael Hamlin

8 Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller P. O. Box Bradenton, Florida (941) Fax (941) Pride in Service with a Vision to the Future Clerk of Circuit and County Court - Clerk of Board of County Commissioners - County Comptroller, Auditor and Recorder

Mc Kechnie Field FINANCIAL SECTION McKechnie Field Today While the Pittsburg Pirates now call Bradenton their spring

From 1952 until 1962, the Milwaukee Braves, a forerunner of the Atlanta Braves, utilized the spring training field on

Each year, Pirates fans flock to spring training games in Bradenton.

14 Mc Kechnie Field FINANCIAL SECTION McKechnie Field Today While the Pittsburg Pirates now call Bradenton their spring training home, at one time, the St. Louis Cardinals and the Boston Bees also trained in Manatee County. From 1952 until 1962, the Milwaukee Braves, a forerunner of the Atlanta Braves, utilized the spring training field on 9th Street West where McKechnie Field is now located. Each year, Pirates fans flock to spring training games in Bradenton. It is estimated that Pirates followers spend over $5.1 million dollars while in Manatee County each year. Postcard courtesy of the Herb Loomis Historic Postcard Collection, Manatee County Historical Records Library Current photo by Graham Knight

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Coquina Beach Coquina Beach Today Manatee County s environment has always been a drawing card for visitors offering opportunities for boating, hiking, hunting, fishing or just relaxing by the water s

Today, in addition to Manatee County s beautiful white sandy beaches, tourists also have the opportunity to visit attractions and museums such as the Manatee Village Historical Park, South Florida

33 Coquina Beach Coquina Beach Today Manatee County s environment has always been a drawing card for visitors offering opportunities for boating, hiking, hunting, fishing or just relaxing by the water s shore. Today, in addition to Manatee County s beautiful white sandy beaches, tourists also have the opportunity to visit attractions and museums such as the Manatee Village Historical Park, South Florida Museum, Florida Gulf Coast Maritime Museum at Cortez, the Palmetto Historical Park and the Manatee County Agricultural Museum. More than 485,000 visitors come to Manatee County generating more than $400 million dollars annually. BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Postcard courtesy of the Herb Loomis Historic Postcard Collection, Manatee County Historical Records Library Current photo by Michael Hamlin

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Piney Point combined & individual Fund statements & Schedules Piney Point Today From 1926 until 1954, traveling from Manatee County to Pinellas County required taking the Beeline Ferry from Piney

After completion of the Skyway Bridge, the ferry went out of business, and the area just South of Piney Point became the home for Port Manatee, the closest United States deepwater seaport to the

96 Piney Point combined & individual Fund statements & Schedules Piney Point Today From 1926 until 1954, traveling from Manatee County to Pinellas County required taking the Beeline Ferry from Piney Point on the southeast shore of Tampa Bay to Pinellas Point on the northwest shore. Round trip fare was $3.00 per car and included all passengers. After completion of the Skyway Bridge, the ferry went out of business, and the area just South of Piney Point became the home for Port Manatee, the closest United States deepwater seaport to the Panama Canal. Today, the port supports 22,484 jobs and has a $2.3 billion dollar total annual economic impact on Manatee County. Postcard courtesy of the Herb Loomis Historic Postcard Collection, Manatee County Historical Records Library Current photo courtesy of Manatee County Port Authority and Aerial Innovations, Inc.

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Manatee High School Statistical section Manatee High School Today In 1926, the School Board of Manatee County constructed a two story brick building for the Biltmore Elementary School.

As this 1957 postcard shows, countless numbers of students have walked across its threshold.

175 Manatee High School Statistical section Manatee High School Today In 1926, the School Board of Manatee County constructed a two story brick building for the Biltmore Elementary School. Eventually, this building became the centerpiece of Manatee High School and became known as the Davis Building. As this 1957 postcard shows, countless numbers of students have walked across its threshold. The School Board of Manatee County contributes to our local economy not only as one of the community s largest employers, but by providing training for future workers through its educational and academic programs. Postcard courtesy of the Herb Loomis Historic Postcard Collection, Manatee County Historical Records Library Current photo by Michael Hamlin

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Historic Preservation makes a substantial contribution to Manatee County s economy through tax revenues and providing jobs.

242 The City Pier The City Pier Today This postcard taken about 1905 shows Corwin s Dock at the end of Old Main Street in Bradenton. In 1927, the City of Bradenton replaced the wooden dock with a concrete pier and municipal building. Historic Preservation makes a substantial contribution to Manatee County s economy through tax revenues and providing jobs. In addition, heritage tourism statewide generates $3.7 billion dollars annually as visiting historic places and museums ranks sixth overall in visitor surveys. Single Audit and Grants Compliance Postcard courtesy of the Herb Loomis Historic Postcard Collection, Manatee County Historical Records Library Current photo by Michael Hamlin

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