Sarasota school board rolls back millage to save taxpayers money
The Sarasota County School Board reduced the millage modestly, saving about 3.5 million dollars per county property appraiser John Mikes. The move, praised by some members, keeps intact the 10 million dollars sought for school improvements while acknowledging taxpayer concerns.
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Editorial concerns on tax breaks and local issues in Venice
A reader argues that MacArthur Tract zoning and agricultural tax status favor undeveloped hunting uses and borrow pits, urging tax policy scrutiny. The letter cites I-75 barrow pits, tax exemptions, and asks Sarasota County officials to explain agricultural taxation qualifications amid environmental and fiscal impact.
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Readers are invited to submit letters not exceeding 200 words. The editors may shorten longer submissions. All letters must be signed and include the writer’s complete address and phone number. Mail to Letters to the Editor, P.O. Box 1028, Venice, FL 33595.
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Memos from Murph critiques Dr O Connell on Women In Politics
Mike Murphy contends that Venice needs balanced growth and active involvement by women in local politics. He debates Dr Ernestine O Connell on zoning, beach development, tourism, and regional services while praising her contributions to the Sun Coast Gondolier series.
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Pet Cemetery Mystery In Battle Creek Featured On Page Five
A family recalls visiting a long vanished pet cemetery where 150 markers lay in a weed filled pile. They search for Sunny and Robin markers while pondering desecration and what became of the other stones. Continued on Page 5.
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