06 Feb 1985
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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1985
Page
1
Captains Stokes Walker and William Frank Davis report sharp rises in charter boat insurance. Destin insurer Edward Harmon notes a broad industry surge, driven by fewer insurers, more hull claims, and reduced competition.
South Shore Equipment of Avon Ohio faces five month delay on the 1000 foot west jetty weir project in East Pass Channel. On site start eyed by mid week after OSHA safety deficiencies cited by U S Army Corps of Engineers official Al Colvin. Contractor Al Johnson reportedly en route from Ohio with barge and 18 000 tons of stone for the Destin assignment.
Destin city council votes to postpone two weeks on creating a Destin Harbor Authority. A draft bill would let the seven member panel monitor harbor growth, with appointments by the governor, and authority to set fees and issue bonds but no taxing or police power. Critics warn non taxing powers resemble a tax in practice and question docking facility use.
Florida Marine Patrol reports Destin area arrests rose 104 percent in 1984, outpacing the state 73 percent rise as boat traffic and novice operators swell. Capt. Louis Zangas cites no wake zones and an unmarked patrol boat as possible factors while noting overall area safety amid more warnings and resource violations.
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