Pictured outside her house is Kara Lynn A. Blackflame. She has been living in Portofino before its grand opening. Kara and her spouse, Alex, moved here to be closer to friends and the ocean.

Do you hold any positions in Portofino?

Kara Lynn A. Blackflame: I'm a Moderator, Assistant Director of Bayview Medical, And owner of Blooming Bee's Birth Center. I love the people and the general ambience of the town. There is always something to do and people to meet.

What do you love the most about Portofino?

Kara Lynn A. Blackflame: I love the culture. The different types of people that make our community so diverse is what makes this place feel most like home.