Each week, The Islander poses a poll question on islander.org.
A sampling of what we asked in the first half of 2023 and the top votes among readers:
- We asked in January: Mote Marine’s planned outreach center on the Anna Maria City Pier will open …
You said: 49%. Before the end of 2023
- We asked in February: How often do you ride the trolley?
You said: 35% Occasionally.
- We asked in March: Loved the Beatles tribute at the Center of Anna Maria Island. Next I’d like to see a tribute to …
You said: 25% Queen.
- We asked in April: Does the Manatee County Legislative Delegation care about Anna Maria Island voters?
You said: 88% Obviously not.
- We asked in May: Are island streets safe for pedestrians
and bicyclists?
You said: 48% No.
- We asked in June: How do you book vacation accommodations?
You said: 52% Vacation rental app.
— Compiled by Lisa Neff
