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Conservation And Sustainability Revisited

By Steve Handwerker a humility and a somewhat strong willed devotion to water volume highlighting the need for a global approach.
science, science based communications and real needs TIME IS SHORT! The imperiled marine species and
The expeditious use of (versus wants) to create change and resource solutions their ecosystems are endangered. Coral reefs occupy less
any and all resources so locally and globally. Innovation and resourcefulness are than 1% of the ocean floor but support more than 25%
that the survival needs of the watchwords for building a culture of sustainability! of marine life. Climate change has rapidly transformed
the present are met with a When we think about conservation we usually focus on these forests of the sea into vast tracts of lifeless desert.
view and consideration on parks, mountains, forests or landscapes. However, the The rising ocean temperatures cause coral bleaching
the survival needs of future oceans are being destroyed by overfishing, pollution and and starvation of this wonderful resource! By 2050 it is
generations, locally and poor governance. predicted that up to 90% of the reefs will be gone UNLESS
globally. That is one way The oceans are heating up as a result of greenhouse gas SOMETHING IS DONE. Rising ocean temperatures also
to look at it. This infers emissions with elevated CO2 which when combined with will cause rising sea levels by one foot by the end of this
the water create carbonic acid. The resultant acidification century. Coastal communities are in jeopardy.
destroys the coral reefs which are an irreplaceable food The ingenuity and genius of humans that led to so many
Community Channel source. In addition, 8 million tons of plastic enter our innovations, including plastics can surely find a way to
keep them from polluting our oceans!?!!The spirit that
oceans each and every year or roughly one garbage truck
Have You Seen It? load of plastic every minute. Micro-plastics can be found ignited our outer space adventures can also be turned to
create a solution for these environmental challenges and
in 60 aquatic species that we eat and in 90% of the sea salt
that ends up on our tables. Plastic debris is a major threat allow for a healthy balance between people and nature,
The Boca Pointe Community information channel to marine life causing death by ingestion, suffocation, here now as we are all part of the ecosystem balance of the
is currently broadcast on Comcast channel 63 and entanglement, reduced motility and both external and various regions of this planet earth! This BALANCE is the
soon will be transitioning to channel 1075. Please internal injuries!!! By 2050 the oceans will contain more nature and essence of conservation and sustainability for
check both channels on your TV to see which channel tons of plastics than fish!! In addition to this the oceans’ not only this generation but for all generations to come.
hosts our community information. If you are unable finite resources can’t keep up with growing food demands. Please join me in this effort!
The underwater ecological treasure of the oceans
to view either channel, please call our office (561) benefits all the people of the planet and protecting it Steven E. Handwerker Ph.D. D.div, RM
395-7551. Tune in for community updates, BPCA/ requires a collective approach. “Common Oceans” and Board Certified Licensed Psychologist
committee meeting dates and current events.  several conservation groups work with governments and 50 years experience
businesses across an area of the ocean over which no www.peacewk.org.
single nation has authority. Beyond National Jurisdiction Books and Blogs 
encompasses 62% of the world’s oceans and 95% of their

WHAT TO DO WHEN YOUR SPOUSE OR PARTNER DIES

By Martin Zevin, Attorney will not be necessary.
Losing your spouse, partner or If you do not have a Revocable Living Trust, this appointment
significant other is a very traumatic will be a good opportunity to discuss the creation of a Trust and
event. It is most important for preparation of a Deed in order to avoid probate on your home and
your physical and emotional health other real estate. You can also discuss the option of a Life Estate
to give yourself time for the Deed to avoid probate.
grieving process. If you do have a Trust, this may be an appropriate time to consider
Once you feel mentally and doing an Amendment to the Trust based on new circumstances.
emotionally able to do so, you Your home and other real estate (in Florida and out-of-state) should
should schedule an appointment be owned by you as Trustee of the Trust. You may wish to name
with an attorney to review all legal one of your children as Co-Trustee to make it easier to manage
documents. the assets in your Trust if you become incapacitated. You may
You should bring your Will and/or Revocable Living Trust, also wish to make changes in your Living Will, Durable Power
Deed to your home and any other real estate, certified copy of the of Attorney and Designation of Health Care Surrogate or create
death certificate and, if married, date of your marriage. If you have those documents if you do not have them.
advanced care directives such as a Living Will, Durable Power of In most cases, there is no urgency to contact an attorney. It is
Attorney and Designation of Health Care Surrogate, you should much better to have peace of mind and clarity. Some lawyers,
bring those as well. including myself, will offer a free consultation. This consultation
If your spouse or partner owned something in their name alone should include your options and give you the opportunity to sleep
with no designated beneficiary, probate may be necessary. Bring on it before finalizing any new legal documents.
details of such assets to the appointment. In addition, when you are ready, there are actions you should take
If everything you owned was in both names, it is not necessary for which you do not need an attorney. This includes rolling over
to probate the Will. However, regarding your home, and any other your spouse’s IRA to yours, claiming life insurance benefits and
real estate, it is important to “Clear the Title.” The lawyer will naming beneficiaries on any joint accounts. If you have individual
prepare and have you sign a “Continuous Marriage Affidavit,” accounts or life insurance and your spouse is beneficiary, be sure to
which is why you need the date of your marriage. The Affidavit change it. However, your lawyer can advise you on these matters.
will state that you were married on a certain date and remained If you are going through the loss of a loved one, my prayers
continuously married without divorce until the date of death. It are with you.
will provide the legal description of your home and other real estate Please feel free to call me for a free personal or phone
and indicate your intention to clear title. This document will be consultation regarding any issues pertaining to Wills, Trusts,
Golf Carts recorded, along with an Affidavit of No Florida Estate Tax Due Deeds, Probate, Power of Attorney or Health Care Surrogate. I
am also available for a free consultation regarding personal injury
and the Death Certificate without the cause of death. Recording
claims or to explain car insurance coverage. Call me at 954-569-
these documents will clear title and allow you the option to do a
Please Drive Carefully! new Deed to avoid probate when you die. If you were not married 4878. My address is 3275 W. Hillsboro Blvd., Suite 204, Deerfield
Beach, Florida 33442. My website is www.martinzevinpa.com
but owned your home (or any other property) jointly, it is still
important to clear title. Of course, a Continuous Marriage Affidavit and my e-mail address is martinzevin@netzero.com.
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