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Post-Disaster Plan Pushed Forward
Would a big storm blow away all the “grandfathered” zoning?

Stan Zimmerman has won awards from the National Press Club, the Society for Professional Journalists, the U.S. Naval Institute and the Florida Press Association for his writing and reporting. He is the author of four books, including most recently A History of Smuggling in Florida.
Would a big storm blow away all the “grandfathered” zoning?

Can corporate cash plug local budget holes?
The Downtown Development Authority voted to grant its executive director a $3,000 raise, which was tied to his contract.
'Tis the season to keep the home (retail) fires burning.
Thanksgiving through the New Year is a make-or-break time for retailers and that includes local shops.
How much would you pay for a bus that comes every ten minutes?
The downtown library now has a dedicated area for teens
Sheriffs, prosecutors, politicians and judges unite to stop legislation.
Sheriffs, prosecutors, politicians and judges unite to stop legislation.
More than 200 traffic signals in Manatee County will report to command central.
“Welcome to paradise” said one county commissioner.
Florida’s Public Records Law is one of the strongest in the nation, and requires full disclosure any time commissioners discuss pending policies or decisions.
On Wednesday the City Council went over plans for the hotel renovations and parking.
Bradenton’s historic riverfront is undergoing a fast makeover.
Enrollments are up, revenues are down, where will it end?
By next summer more than 200 Sarasota traffic signals will use traffic, not a timer, to regulate flow.
Two terms is enough says the veteran policymaker on the Sarasota County Commission.
Sarasota City and County Commissioners Tuesday agree to open old wounds.
The brownfield is a desirable commercial site if the pollution can be cleaned up.
Sarasota County won’t challenge judge’s ruling, drops January referendum.