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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1985
Page
4
The Destin Log is published and printed each Wednesday and Saturday at 1225 Airport Road Destin Florida 32541 for residents of Destin and South Walton County. It is distributed to subscribers as Second Class mail with office distribution in Santa Rosa Beach.
A year end column urges immediate dredging to widen and deepen the harbor entrance to ease boat traffic and prevent bottoming, plus pumping Gulf water to improve waters. It also presses for faster Highway 98 completion, removal of dead palm trees, and inflation to revive condo prices. Proposes tax for tourism promotion, improved water tower decoration, and an upgraded Fishing Rodeo or new national events to put Destin on the map.
Editorial argues for 40 percent of bed tax revenues for beach cleaning and maintenance, estimating $280,000 annually, with the rest spent on advertising and administration. It notes current beach and park upkeep costs and urges Destin representatives to push the 40 percent share to balance pristine beaches with visitor outreach.
A New Year's Eve message urges revelers to use common sense and call a cab or rely on a sober driver to prevent DUIs and save lives. The emphasis is on avoiding driving under the influence to ease police workload and ensure a safe celebration.
A reflective column notes Christmas excess and New Year hopes, urging fewer committee meetings in 1986 and trust in local governance. The writer jokes about a Labrador's bread heist and praises plus over minus outcomes, while referencing state involvement and transportation authorities as potential fixes.
A visitor endorses the prior letter about rising golf fees in Destin and Fort Walton Beach. He notes Snowbirds faced higher costs and limited play, citing a 61 percent fee hike in Fort Walton Beach and a $2,500 last year revenue boost, urging city leaders to consider winter residents aged 60 and up on fixed incomes.
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