Gas Tax Increases Raise Florida Gas Prices On April First
The American Automobile Association notes a federal five cent per gallon raise and a state 1.7 cent rise effective April 1, following a special session that swapped a four cent primary tax for a 5 percent sales tax based on a $1.14.8 per gallon average. Retail prices may not rise immediately as competition persists, with a mid April Fuel Gauge Report planned to gauge impact.
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Preservation group backs fixed POD marina committee picks
After a board meeting, Preservation of Destin president Jane Moore presented a document favoring one or two representatives from development and marina interests on the committee. POD spokesman Bill Stichler said the group will keep its two week old selection recommendation and urged no change or wavering.
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Jane Moore
POD
Bill Stichler
Stichler
Stormy Surprise Sinks Nora Rose in Harbor Incident
Mr and Mrs Burkman of Tallahassee Destin arrived to retrieve their two foot Stamas Nora Rose last Saturday and found her belly up in the harbor. Gale force winds heavy rain and high waves swamped the vessel during the night.
Counties resist boats rule amid state push to clear waterways
Walton and Okaloosa counties oppose an amendment to the Abandoned Property Act requiring removal of derelict boats. State official James Barrett of DNR says funds may come from the Oil Spill Prevention and Control Act to support counties. Barrett notes enforcement remains with the Florida Marine Patrol while local agencies handle owner notification and enforcement actions. A meeting set for April 14 aims to clarify the amendment and ratifications.
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Walton and Okaloosa
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James Barrett
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Barrett
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Okaloosa
Walton Counties
Monroe County
Regional Growth Panel Aims To Ease Land Purchase Funding
Coastal officials and state agencies discussed forming a Growth Planning Committee to strengthen local action on development. If local governments follow its recommendations funding for land acquisition could improve. Bay County's inclusion was debated. The draft memo goes to the governor with a June start and meetings every two months.
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Bay County
WFRPC
Destin
Buck
Graham
DCA
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