ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUNDING State and local governments have reached a settlement in regards to multiple lawsuits they filed against Digital Domain, a visual effects film studio awarded $20 million in economic incentive monies in 2009. The company, which has declared bankruptcy, will pay the State $5 million, of which $2 million will go to attorney Read more about Legal Updates[…]
Florida Ports Council Niki McKinnell has been named vice president of public affairs of the Council. McKinnel previously worked at the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles and will replace Jennifer Krell. Floridians for Better Transportation Denver Stutler has been appointed chair of Floridians for Better Transportation. Stutler is chief executive officer of Read more about Movers and Shakers[…]
FLOWER SALES TAX Florida’s Supreme Court ruled on a case involving the application of sales tax on flowers ordered by out-of-state customers and filled by out-of-state florists. An internet company had sought protection from sales tax collection. The Court ruled that because the company was registered in Florida and had a physical presence in the Read more about Legal Updates[…]
SUNRAIL EXPANSION Construction of the 17.2 mile segment of Phase 2 South of Sunrail started in April and is expected to be completed in two years. It will link Sand Lake Road in Orange County to the Town of Poinciana in Osceola County. Four new stations, railroad grade crossings and an additional track are part Read more about Issues of Interest[…]
As you know, 2016 is a big election year! Below are some deadlines both for voters and for candidates: 2016 Election Dates Primary Election: August 30, 2016 General Election: November 8, 2016 2016 Early Voting Period Primary Election: August 20 – 27, 2016 General Election: October 29 – November 5, 2016 2016 Voter Registration Deadline Read more about Elections[…]