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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1984
Page
4
Destin Log announces publication on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 106 Marler Street Destin Florida 32541 for residents of Destin and South Walton County. Subscriptions by second class mail with rates for local and out of area readers.
A diary style overview of a newsroom Thursday ahead of a Saturday issue. The writer details coffee shortages, staff arrivals, items on the desk, and brewing plans for hurricane season coverage. Tasks include Destin news, a sixth grade graduation, Blessing of the Fleet, and a Destin incorporation bill while plane crashes and tourism week loom.
Citizens urged to send legible letters to Editor at Destin LOG P O Box 957 Destin Florida 32541 signature and address required. The paper reserves right to edit lengthy letters and to reject unsigned submissions.
Editorial argues the 1984 session saw arm twisting over Destin's city limits and tax break provisions. It notes House and Senate versions diverged on boundary lines and a tax exclusion for large landowners, with Rep. James Ward revising the House bill to exclude key holdings.
A town board voted four to one to ban distribution of timeshare pamphlets on public beaches. The decision cites limited public benefit, potential equal access for other vendors, and privacy of upland owners. The note warns a court stay could suspend enforcement during litigation.
The authors object to a Destin LOG article on a May 24 1984 Sandestin meeting about proposed rate increases for the Sandestin Utility Co. They challenge PSC attorney Harry Boswells claim that the increase is modest and that attendees were satisfied. They question whether existing customers would pay for expansion and why Tops will be handled by Sandestin Utility Co. Signatories include Mary D. Ford and two Magnolia Village residents.
County commissioners plan an ordinance review Tuesday June 5 at 10 15 a m to discuss MSTU funds for unincorporated areas including roads drainage and public services with a second meeting in Shalimar possible. Citizens may attend in Crestview or request a Shalimar session.
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