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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1986
Page
11
A fisherman cited by name says Rodeo regulations are not followed and he cannot compete with artificial reef wrecks and sponsorless budgets. An anonymous captain alleges infractions include gutting fish with water injections and freezing stomach contents to fake digestion, and a deckhand confirms some crews alter weights during the Rodeo.
Capt. Cheney and Capt. Windes dismissed evidence of cheating while condemning gossip. Rodeo rules advocate Tommy Green suggested dropping money prizes to curb greed and boost fair play with bigger trophies and more places. Destin bridge push gains support from Kilpatrick and a nine member task force led by Phillips, aiming to aid the bridge authority and spur regional backing.
The airport ed that they flew 521 people into the Destin Airport over the Fourth of July weekend. Pilots spent an average 203 dollars on fuel locally while excluding fuel they averaged 1,261 dollars during their stay. Most pilots originated from Alabama Mississippi Georgia and Tennessee. Bergan termed it premature to disclose airport committee plans for the survey data.
The committee discussed using survey data as ammunition for airport improvement efforts. A Fourth of July survey will be followed by further activity. Destin’s holiday period is a peak time for air traffic, and Bergan noted local businesses will be surveyed to assess the airport’s value to them.
A. Forrest Pruett of the East Pass U S Army Corps of Engineers said on Thursday that while officials are examining the issue with the Destin city, the state Department of Natural Resources and the state Department of Environmental Regulation, no conclusions have been reached yet and he had not been told about rocks falling.
A city official pledged a full investigation into jetty issues as winds and waves cause rocks to shift. He noted occasional rebuilding is needed and that past repairs have occurred, though he could not recall the last maintenance date.
Funding official Thomason outlined a $1.06 million grant plan for county airports under the Airport Development Act. About $835,000 targets Bob Sikes Airport in Destin for air craft parking, paved dirt ramps, and lighted wind cones. The Destin project hinges on an updated Airport Master Plan now on hold as state studies proceed, with ADAP funds possibly shrinking after next year.
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