<div>Hello, my name is Andy Howl and I have been the co-owner of HOWL Gallery/Tattoo since we opened in downtown Fort Myers in 2009.
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<div>Our shop has a rich 15 year history of hosting local and touring visual artists, musicians, and performers. I launched the popular community art events, Art Walk and Music Walk in downtown Fort Myers, which helped reinvigorate the historic district.
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<div>In 2013, we relocated to a larger, more affordable space, across from the Edison Mall on US41.
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<div>After more than 10 years in our current location, Fort Myers Code Enforcement and the plaza landlords have been baselessly harassing us.
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<div>Since May of 2023, Code Enforcement has cited us for multiple permits never previously required. We have always been diligent in our licensing and permitting compliance.
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<div>The landlords, who purchased the plaza in 2021, have used this as a pretense to evict us while simultaneously raising rent and maintenance fees, in attempt force out multiple long-standing tenants.
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<div>This has already been a months long fight. Legal fees combined with slow season and the inability to host events have crippled us financially.
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<div>We are in need of donations to help cover bills, lawyer fees, and the possibility of relocating.
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<div>Help us fight this harassment and bullying by the city and landlords.
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<div>For questions or media inquiries please contact us directly or on social media.
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