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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1983
Page
4
At a Destin Alliance gathering, leaders discuss why Destin, a wealthy area, gets only scraps from the county revenue pie. Residents debate forming a new county or incorporation to keep tax money local, criticizing county support while activists push for community action.
The editorial laments failed collection routes for the fire tax district funds after the tax district's relief. It notes the county cannot add the $25 per residence to ad valorem bills and cites an overworked tax office. It argues for universal voluntary payments as a dress rehearsal and urges broad participation despite objections.
Evelyn O Crowne of the Animal Protection League Destin praises county engineers for installing a Duck Crossing sign on Airport Road after a reader suggested it. She notes one sign disappeared and urges continued wildlife protection and reader letters to The LOG with signature and address.
County Commissioner Mike Mitchell criticizes a zoning decision on Joe's Bayou for equity gaps. The board suggested closing hunting islands to curb dove hunting violations, while junkyard siting near AA zones prompts planning study. A challenge to a beach time share condo leaflet ordinance sparked a constitutional debate.
A reflective piece on golf’s highs and lows, tracing decades of frustration and humor. The narrator recalls near ritual failures on the course, the emotional swings from bogeys to bravado, and notes his son’s budding interest in junior golf as he avoids pressing for lessons.
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