{"id":197,"date":"2024-11-12T09:11:35","date_gmt":"2024-11-12T14:11:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rodreelpier.lemke.berlin\/?p=197"},"modified":"2024-11-12T09:11:36","modified_gmt":"2024-11-12T14:11:36","slug":"rod-and-reel-news-no-3-11-5-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rodreelpier.lemke.berlin\/?p=197","title":{"rendered":"Rod And Reel news No. 3 &#8211; 11\/5\/2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_code _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jflcOjRDAGA?si=_tpPcO6oXqwdK1LZ\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>[\/et_pb_code][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<p>Hey everyone, it\u2019s Oli from Rod and Reel News. I want to start by giving you all a big thank-you for your amazing support. Our fundraiser has reached $71,370, with contributions from 728 incredible donors! This support means the world to us, and we\u2019re grateful for all you\u2019ve done, whether that\u2019s donating or sharing our story.<\/p>\n<p>Today, I\u2019ve got a few updates and answers to some of your questions. First up, I\u2019m happy to announce that our website, rodreelpier.com, is now fully on our own server. This change lets us share exactly the information we want, so you can now visit the site directly for news and updates as we move forward with the rebuild.<\/p>\n<p>Another great update: Jeff, our permit expert, has been working with state and local agencies, and everyone\u2019s on board to support the rebuild. While it\u2019s going to be a slow, steady process, the support from officials is encouraging, and it means we\u2019re on the right track to bring back the Rod and Reel. Many of you have asked if rebuilding is even possible, and while it\u2019s a marathon, we\u2019re committed to making it happen.<\/p>\n<p>While we work on the permits and formal rebuild plans, we\u2019re also considering some temporary options to keep things going and help fund the project. We\u2019ve got two ideas: one is setting up a food truck on our parking lot, with a little deck and seating area for a great view of Tampa Bay while enjoying some classic food and drinks. We\u2019re still working on permits for this, but it\u2019s an exciting way to bring everyone back together. Another idea is to rent a vacant restaurant space on Anna Maria Island, which would allow us to bring staff back to work and generate funds for the rebuild. If you know of any available spots, drop us a line!<\/p>\n<p>Now, I know a lot of you are curious about where the funds are going. Right now, the donations are covering essentials like payroll and health insurance for our team. We\u2019re also paying those working on the permits and construction estimates. These funds are making a real difference, allowing us to keep moving forward, and we\u2019re committed to full transparency in how every dollar is spent.<\/p>\n<p>For those asking about direct donations, we encourage you to continue using GoFundMe\u2014it\u2019s convenient, even if they take a small fee. Additionally, some of you have offered to donate materials or invest. We\u2019re keeping track of everyone\u2019s offers, so please reach out if you\u2019re interested, and we\u2019ll be in touch once we have concrete plans.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re also setting up a merchandise section on our website, where you\u2019ll soon be able to buy Rod and Reel shirts and caps, with proceeds going straight to the project. This will be up shortly, so stay tuned!<\/p>\n<p>Finally, to prevent fraud, we\u2019re establishing a \u201cwhitelist\u201d on our website of trusted sellers who donate part of their sales to us. 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