Seven Mile Bridge, "Fred" the tree

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08/28/2023

Seven Mile Bridge, "Fred" the tree

There has been this 1 tree growing on nothing but concrete on the Old Seven Mile Bridge. The Locals have even named the tree "Fred" and decorate it every Christmas. In September of 2017 Hurricane Irma pretty well leveled everything from Big Pine Key to Marathon but Fred survived and still stands today. Fred the tree has almost become a tourist attraction. The Monroe County Commission has had several votes to remove Fred but it always gets voted down. I think they fear no reelection if they voted yes to cutting Fred down.

Gary

Gary McAdams, PA

Realtor/Notary Public

Barbara Anderson Realty You

Key West, Florida

305-731-0501

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