Business owners, town and chamber discuss 'surviving the summer'

Business owners, town and chamber discuss 'surviving the summer'

Jason Bond opened Longboat Key Provisions in December, just in time to capitalize on the busy tourist season on the barrier island.It started well, but ever since seasonal residents have returned to their homes up north, business has slowed for Bond.“I’m six months in, and I’m already two months away from pulling out,” Bond said. “I cannot sustain this community if this is how it is.”Working on Anna Maria Island previously, Bond was well aware o…