One Book Directory Wins Over Two
Venice Englewood and North Port residents receive a single phone book replacing two, spurring reader coupons and a Public Service Commission inquiry. The Gondolier editorial praises citizen input as the change is implemented.
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Venice Gondolier Readers Laud Local Paper and City Staff Policy
A Venice reader commends the Sun Coast Gondolier for quality coverage and thanks the paper for timely factual reporting. The letter notes Venice city staff vacation limits of 20 days per year with 60 days carryover cap and monthly cash payout for excess days, plus ten holidays, contrasting with fringe benefits in other cities.
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Palm Springs syndrome in City Hall confusion over low income housing
The writer questions Palm Springs style confusion after a city council meeting on a Capri Islesway low income housing project. He cites federal 20 percent low income units, FHA subsidies, and skeptic remarks by John Kalajian and ex mayor Harry Case while probing potential racial overtones and the council's indecision.
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Katie bar the door time open letter to Mike Murphys
An open letter argues for changing gender roles amid inflation and a rising need for women to work. It blends Irish identity with a pop culture clash as the author calls for modernizing family economics and responsibilities. Continued on page 14.
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