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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1986
Page
16
Destin officials weigh options after the council balked at a $950,000 offer. A five year lease was discussed but grants require a 26 to 50 year lease. Darnley remains linked to potential terms, while Vaughan and Burns question long lease viability and explore land purchase or alternative sites. The council previously voted against the plan.
At a meeting the recreation committee discussed options for a short-term lease at Gaskin field and the potential to host snowbird events and craft activities. They noted near Destin Elementary School the turf may need reseeding and that grass growth could delay spring baseball and softball starts, with replanted turf possibly ready by fall.
The piece reflects on Augustus laws promoting marriage and birth rates, penalties for bachelors, and the imperial census. It notes later census increases, links to the Bethlehem birth story, and contrasts Saturnalia with modern Christmas. It cites Rev. Kirby V. Weimer of Grace Lutheran of Destiny.
Mizell states plan to place all new utility lines underground aims to modernize infrastructure though Gulf Power officials oppose the move citing higher costs and concerns over future facilities. The dialogue highlights a push for underground utilities facing resistance from the company.
Barnhill notes rates tied to overhead pole costs and says work remains on the proposed ordinance. The public works committee will reconvene in January to continue hashing out details. Even after committee approval the Destin City Council must adopt the measure to become law.
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