County to fund roads with FP&L fees, bypassing dual tax districts
Sarasota County Commissioners approve an ordinance funding community and rural road work solely from FP&L franchise fees in unincorporated areas, eliminating the court-ordered dual taxation payments to cities like Venice and Sarasota. Cities protest loss of revenue while officials question if FP&L funds will cover needed upgrades and future bond possibilities. County also pursues impact fees to offset growth costs.
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Florida Power & Light
City of
Venice
Fp&l
Sarasota
Dale Rieth
Commission
Venice job picture shows continued recession despite slight gains
National forecasters see gradual improvement while Venice remains in a recessionary lull. Florida State Employment Service reports no major uptick in construction or manufacturing jobs, but retail and restaurant work show daylight as the tourist season begins. Desio notes 75 to 100 placements monthly and 300 to 400 job seekers per month as listings rise.
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Venice
Florida State Employment Service
Tom Desio
Desio
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