Oaks referendum debate outlines cost and land split
The county weighs a 540 unit Oaks project with 150 acres exchanged for higher density. Ad hoc committee led by ex mayor Case proposes uses from recreation to archaeology while Nature Conservancy could hold the land for two years. SOBA warns against a $30 million bond, backing a $15 million cap and selecting mainland and Siesta Key land for purchase.
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Bird Islands
Nelson
Anderson
The
Nature Conservancy
Assests
Save Our Bays Association
Environmental
Association
Casey Key
Soba Group
Siesta Key
SOBA
Alan Powell
Fred Duisberg
Referendum Call on Low Rent Housing Sparks Parks Debate
Sullivan warns Venice may face federal or state intervention if parks lack strong protection. Commissioner Edgerton pushes to amend the ordinance’s wording and return a revised draft to the Parks and Recreation Board for review. The group votes unanimously, with Sullivan thanking members for saving the parks.
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Venice
Sullivan
Eric Edgerton
Parks and Recreation Board
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Sarasota Ville Road
Reneva
Bint
Sarasota
Pallmark Bath
Nokomis Village
U.S. 41
Laurel Road
Yoder Aluminum OF
Venice, Inc
Venice Ave
Havana Rd
Osprey
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