Waechterians at the Gate
Your presence is kindly requested at the January 20th Charter Review Board meeting.* Here’s why: We have a lot to celebrate and give thanks for in Sarasota. Sarasota County is a “home rule” county—one of […]
The Bendersonville Initiative
The Fruitville Initiative began when Sarasota County approached five landowners about working together to plan high value, walkable development at the Fruitiville-Interstate-75 interchange. Rather than standard big box retail, gas stations, fast food or strip […]
Prince of Dark Money
School Board Member Frank Kovach announced in April he will not run for reelection after 16 years of service. Kovach said the recent nonpartisan school board race was “corrupted by cash” and he expects the trend […]
Sarasota County’s Ethics Policy Gap
Today’s blog post is by retired attorney and NYC judge Frank Brenner. Stand up for Ethics in Sarasota County. Sign the petition: http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/robinsons-conflict-of-interest-step-down-from The Leroy Collins Institute is a non-partisan, state-wide policy organization which, […]
Sign the petition – 446 and Counting
Today 446 people in Sarasota County have signed the petition telling Christine Robinson it is unethical to work as a County Commissioner and as Executive Director of a local lobbying organization, the Argus Foundation. The […]
A County Commissioner Cannot Serve Two Masters
Last month it became official: Sarasota County Commissioner Christine Robinson is now Executive Director of the Argus Foundation. This relationship between a sitting County Commissioner and Sarasota County’s leading business lobbying organization demonstrates a new […]
Future of Clark Rd: Organic Food Hub, or Congestion & Sprawl?
Sarasota’s economy has been built on two elements: tourism and real estate. For years, local leaders have discussed the importance of diversifying our economy. Organic farming is emerging as an important avenue toward achieving that […]
Pinelands Reserve: The Civility Strawman & Opaque Commission E-mails
You’ve moved into your new home a few months ago. The land is beautiful, and next to a preserve legally protected by the County. Your oasis won’t be disturbed. Or so you think. The exchange […]
Conservation Land for a Shooting Range?
Update: The County Commission approved this land use change unanimously, 5-0. If this decision stands it will set a terrible precedent, weakening protections for conservation lands in Sarasota County. What you can do: Sign the […]
