It changed the world. Top residential real estate sales for June 5-9 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Osprey, Nokomis. He said to the officer, among other things: You know who I am, right?. Can the person vying for this job conduct fair, timely and accurate elections? It has offices in Tampa, Clearwater, Lakewood Ranch, Lakeland, Sarasota, Fort Myers, Naples . Who are these people? And they cant wait to spend it. One of the clear messages of the 2020 elections in this Republican stronghold is voters wanted to shift county government, particularly its fiscal direction, more to the right. Of course, we know the board members are not directly responsible for outcomes and operations among the many services of the Sarasota Memorial Healthcare System. Real Estate . Bailey was the third member of his family to operate the 104-year-old business and legal daily. Sarasota Sarasota Memorial scores well in CMS and nursing association rankings Sarasota Police report arrest after Classic Car Museum Porsche theft Sarasota-Manatee's malaria alert could. When you evaluate these races, two of the three present decidedly logical choices Districts 1 and 5. We recommend: Jim Boyd, Joe Gruters, Will Robinson, Fiona McFarland, Tommy Gregory, James Buchanan, County Commission, District 3: Kevin Van Ostenbridge, Republican; Matt Bower, Non-Party Affiliate. We need to ensure that the education ofour children meets the changing needs of our scientific and technological industries; we shouldnt cut more! In that vein, it might be easy to conclude the five hospital board members on the Aug. 23 ballot deserve re-election. And, she and her husband have four children all of whom he she homeschooled until they reached fifth grade and entered Manatees public school system. Share Culture Ben Shapiro Barbie Film Review Ben Shapiro set fire to Barbie dolls during a review in which he hit out at what he branded a "woke" movie. Shame on our County Commission. News. Hydes voting, presumably, would align far more than Buchanans with strict limits on government and expanding individual rights and free enterprise, but, unfortunately, his behavior, alas, can be unpredictable, erratic and embarrassing. Bennett, a former business owner and Navy veteran, has been in public office for 20 years two years in the Florida House; 10 years in the Senate; and now eight years as the Manatee supervisor of elections. In fact, she is justifiably called a RINO, Republican in name only. What could an extra $8,228 have done for Sarasotas children and parks? Sarasota. However, they did not call for separation of state and God. As always, there are cries of doom when a developer proposes a creative project. Bearden has many attractive qualities: combat Marine sargeant and Scout sniper in Iraq; son of a career Marine; steeped in the Constitution and history of the U.S.; father; husband; national vice president and local president of the Full Gospel Business Gatekeepers Organization; understands that leaders must prepare for what is to come. Shaws district residents and city residents in general will be far better off having a commissioner with a new, positive, enthusiastic, energetic voice and outlook. Simpson has raised $782,000 to Shaws $50,000, $47,000 of which is his own money. Want to volunteer? The smallish libraries have a great impact to the communities they serve. As the saying goes, If we only knew then what we know now.. Shall Justice Carlos G. Muniz be retained? Nevertheless, the board members sit as a check on the CEO and the managements execution and ultimately approves the business strategic direction. The four candidates who formed the Health Freedom Slate are running, in large part, because of the way COVID-19 patients and their families were treated or not treated or mistreated during the pandemic. But fact is more are on the way, and they bring far more good than bad. Real . Scott believes in streamlining government, why does he want to add drug testing for so many job and social-service applicants? It becomes increasingly important to keep the separation of church and state. Their approach would be akin to appointing activist judges who legislate from the bench. Whether it is child abuse in the Catholic Church or jihads by Islamic fundamentalists. But we cant help but contrast the results particularly the financial results of the city of Sarasota with those of Sarasota County, whose commissioners are all Republicans. Bond Referendum: Water Quality Protection, Fish & Wildlife Habitat Preservation and Park Ad Valorem Tax and Bonds. The America's Farmers Market Celebration competition is running nationwide through Sept. 19. Its time for fresh minds and talents with different and well-honed skills to sit at the SMH board table. Thanks to inflation, rising real estate prices and population growth, city and county governments are gushing with cash. Those who know Bennett know that he is a diehard patriot who puts love of country above himself and that he holds the same passion for everyones vote. In September 2016, Observer Media Group newspapers received 81 editorial awards; and in 2017, the company received 99 awards in the Florida Press Associations Better Weekly Newspaper Contest. The point, as we have often said, is Sarasota city government is and has been starved for competent leadership on the commission and inside City Hall. The fact of the matter is it really shouldnt matter if the supervisor of elections is a Republican, Democrat, Independent, Socialist or whatever. The West Orange Times is a paid weekly, with 3,000 circulation; and the West Orange Times & Observer and Southwest Observer are free weeklies with 17,500 distribution. And she would join Ziegler as another in the next generation of Sarasota leaders coming to the fore. By Observer Staff July 24, 2023 SPD investigates overnight shooting near St. Armands Circle The shooting occurred shortly before 1 a.m. Monday near the intersection of Jackson Drive and South. + Separate church and state, not God and state Indeed, Buckman, in our view, embraces traditional progressive statism on key issues we reject: He supports a $15 minimum wage; he is opposed to privately run charter schools, favoring restrictions on school choice; and he says health care is a right and wants to expand Medicaid funding. After reading your April 21 article, I wrote the following. Well repeat: Mary Foreman is the standout. Kathleen Faught Observer Media Group acquired the paper from Jim Bailey. Altogether, the forces are such that the hospital board appears in need of an infusion of new energy and perspectives, more board members who will challenge management in a good way and help SMH reach even higher levels. Why is he doing this? If you understand financial statements, Manatee County is holding a mountain of taxpayer money in the bank. Consider these four races: District 1: Kennedy Legler, Republican; Krista Lohr, Democrat, In the Observers candidate questionnaire, Legler, grandson of the late Longboat Key Mayor Ken Legler, wrote that his No. Fortunately, voters have solid choices. I do not see the need for any immediate change to the charter., Lohr, who is running for a seat a second time, says: The CRB is currently lacking an advocate for the people of Sarasota and Sarasota Countys environment, and I will be that advocate if elected to the CRB. The pandemic has also come into play. She has been an architect for 30 years. "It was in no sense a radical movement but took on the dignity of a resistance to illegal usurpations.". Each of these public institutions is a billion-dollar enterprise, and together they directly employ 10,500 people. It doesnt need to make things worse. From there, the idea wends its way through a thorough review process. The purpose of the workshop is to discuss a proposed amendment to the city's Future Land Use Map to amend the Future Land Use designation, along with a. Supreme Court Justice Carlos G. Muniz: 71% in favor of retention; 29% against. We always grimace whenever we hear anyone running for elected office invoke the word over-development, as Turner has. + Scotts low polls reflect back policies The Sarasota County Commission has pulled funding from city parks. In two consecutive years, 2012 and 2013, LMA named the Longboat Observer and Sarasota Observer Newspapers of the Year in their respective circulation categories. [O]ur environment needs priority. Rare has been the Democratic candidate who has won a seat in the U.S. Congress, the Florida Senate or Florida House of Representatives from this region. Nine years later, voters repealed the charter and adopted a new one. One yardstick: And if you look back at some of the controversies that surfaced in recent years, the city of Sarasota has had some financial lulus the $20 million plan to renovate Bobby Jones Golf Club and the $87 million lift station. For many years, we have encouraged the next generation to take on leadership roles in the city, in particular as city commissioners. But one more thing to consider: What signature, nation-changing legislation has Buchanan sponsored and passed in 16 years? Two years after acquiring the Longboat Observer, the company started the Gulf Coast Business Review, now called theBusiness Observer, a weekly that focuses on companies, entrepreneurs and business and economic trends on the west coast of Florida. Bonnie Penner, chief financial officer for the district, said property values have increased this year, therefore the district will levy a lower percentage with the millage, despite generating more revenue. In 2001, the company acquired the Tampa Bay Review, a 50-year-old legal weekly. She is one of the leaders and co-founders of the regions Moms for Liberty, an organization dedicated to liberty and limited government. They were well aware of the injustices, which had taken place in Europe, where England, France and Spain had state religions. Hes a successful entrepreneur, having started, operated and sold multiple businesses while living in Green Bay, Wis., and now operating his real estate management firm in Sarasota. In this cycle, two Manatee attorneys, Melissa Gould and Kristy Zinna, are in a competitive run-off for the Group 4 Manatee County judge seat. It means more jobs, more opportunities for higher personal income and more and better choices for consumers. But in this instance, we will break our rule. Martin Hyde: Sarasota businessman/entrepreneur who has run unsuccessfully twice for a seat on the Sarasota City Commission. Anyone can deny the existence of God; however, they do not have the right to keep the rest of us from acknowledging His presence and his guiding hand in all of our affairs. For the past decade, Sarasota voters havent had to think much or be concerned about its publicly owned hospital and its affiliates, altogether known as the Sarasota Memorial Healthcare System. We need only to see where the fees for these tests will end up. Is the person trustworthy? Opinion. I would like to see Florida bring back an income tax for those making more than $200,000 a year! We could go on and on about City Commission miscues traffic control during season, personnel issues inside City Hall, rejection of Selby Gardens plans, a new parks tax, parking meters, etc. Taxpayers need Ziegler. Copyright 2023 Observer Media Group Inc., All Rights Reserved, Readers respond to the 'High side of Obsidian', Declaration of Independence: Most important civil document in the world, Government by the people? Yes, she has been doing this a long time. Too long. Ive been married 40 years. The 2011 parking revenues, totaling $22,482, were divided as follows: There are no more D and F schools in the district (A decade ago, there were 13). The annual Lakewood Ranch parade to honor veterans and first responders is seeking participants. Our apologies to our Democratic Party readers and friends. The Sarasota Observer won the top Sweepstakes Award for winning the most awards overall. The one state race that can be considered competitive is the one for Goods House District 72 seat. It lost much of the publics trust, especially that of many of its most important constituents parents of school children. No one is perfect. But now Jonsson says its time for a younger generation. Copyright 2023 Observer Media Group Inc., All Rights Reserved, Little Free Libraries continue to grow in the Lakewood Ranch area, Magic of Manatee singing group names new director, Aggressive drivers on the road to disaster in East County, Love the Market at Lakewood Ranch? Sarasota. The most difficult choice for voters is the District 4 race between two first-time candidates, Lauren Kurnov and Robyn Marinelli. Cathy Antunes | 9:00 a.m. July 24, 2023. The public park cattycorner to Ed Smith stadium is home to the Ringling Redskins, Sarasota youth baseball and other youth activities. Shortly after, the company introduced the West Orange Times & Observer and the Southwest Orange Observer. In 2010, the company started thePalm Coast Observer. And its fair to say she is often a burr rubbing the rumps of the commission majority, voicing sarcastic comments that serve as irritants, not constructive dialogue. Whats more, with the departures of Goodwin and Brown, Ziegler will serve the important role of having the most institutional knowledge on the board. And in todays world, we still see so many examples of how orthodox religious leaders ignore the teachings of the founders of their religion. District 2: Incumbent Commissioner Liz Alpert; former Commissioner Terry Turner. Copyright 2023 Observer Media Group Inc., All Rights Reserved, Ziegler leads Sarasota School Board sweep, Longboat Key voters opt for challengers in Sarasota School Board election. The Democratic Party supports Kurnov. The American dream is alive and well in Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch. Here are the Republicans choices in this race: Vern Buchanan: businessman/entrepreneur, now career politician. That certainly is not the case when you hear or review the platforms of four of the five Democratic Party candidates on the ballot for the Charter Review Board. Theyre not bad people. He is also a farmer a 30-acre composting farm. Miner has served his community well, but the board needs Foremans expertise. Lakewood Ranch Community Activities revived the Memorial Day weekend event. By Observer Staff. Core challenge: Keeping up with the rapid changes in the fluid real estate market. He uses the term irresponsible growth and vows that because he hasnt accepted contributions from developers, he will be free of developer influence. In this three-person, non-partisan race, each of the candidates has positives. Four of the candidates on the ballot have formed a slate that wants the board to be more aggressive questioning management and the SMH medical staff about patient care. Copyright 2023 Observer Media Group Inc., All Rights Reserved, Our View: Who's playing politics now? Which is superior: Individuals right to their own lives, or the individual subservient to the group? If you compare them side by side, youd have to say Manatee voters have two candidates who would serve them well. It is sad and tragic, but we find so many examples of how the actions of leaders and followers in Christian, Judaism and Islam churches stray from the teachings of the founders of their religion. To finance the acquisition, improvement and management of land to protect drinking water sources and water quality, preserve fish and wildlife habitat, prevent stormwater runoff pollution and provide parks, shall Manatee County levy an additional 0.15 mill ad valorem tax and issue general obligation bonds in a total principal amount not exceeding $50,000,000, maturing within 20 years, bearing interest not exceeding the legal rate, payable from such ad valorem taxes, with annual public audits? The best way to compete economically is to establish a government framework that consists of low taxation and regulation and embraces free-market capitalism. Dear Editor: East County graduates, and Observer columnist, have four years worth of memories to treasure. Among those aspiring young leaders are two Republicans, Kevin Van Ostenbridge and Matt Bower though Bower is running as a Non-Party Affiliate. CONA Board Member The incumbents running for reelection in particular Florida Sen. Joe Gruters and Florida Reps. Tommy Gregory and Will Robinson have represented the region well and have earned voters trust and support to retain their seats. I want to be in a position of influence. With the selection of Renzo Piano Building Workshop, the Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation took a giant step toward bringing its vision to reality. When we compare how these two candidates line up on the issues, longtime Observer readers would expect us to support Republican McFarland. Hey, whats 0.15 mills? This is part of the trim ad, or the part of the trim law, that gets to be a little bit confusing: that we are required to advertise this notice of tax increase, despite in reality lowering the millage, she said. Richard Tatem, 56, spent 30 years in the Air Force, retiring as a colonel. Judging from the TV attack ads and petty campaign fights about signage and other irrelevancies, you can say the testiness is still there. For outsiders, it is easy to see hypocrisy in all their houses. The Observer Media Group Inc. is headquartered at 1970 Main St., Sarasota, Florida, 34236; 941-366-3468. Sometimes polls state the obvious. Ostenbridge recognizes that population growth is actually a benefit to the community. She has a masters in education. Sarasota, Longboat Key, East County and Siesta Key news, features, events and real estate from your hyperlocal, community newspapers. Ostenbridges campaign, on the other hand, is heavily financed by developers, which says he embraces a reality that many voters reject. But in a primary, when candidates from the same parties are running against each other, often times there is not much difference in their philosophies or on the issues. For information visit SarasotaCountySchools.net. Kurnov has children in the public schools skin in the game. Marinelli does not. Opinion. On July 24, the board voted 5-0 to approve advertising for the new millage, which totals 6.18 mills, down from 6.272 the previous year. The Observer Media Group Inc. is headquartered at 1970 Main St., Sarasota, Florida, 34236; 941-366-3468. It put a spark in me., Why ag commissioner? Kurnov has raised more than $208,000 in contributions; Marinelli, $72,000. It would be dishonest and hypocritical to do so. Readers object to the Obsidian condominium development's size, scale and use. That is even more so today. Upward momentum is palpable and steady. We need that. Perhaps, however, she can heed her own words Youve got to work with everybody.. That's what Sarasota Deputy City Attorney Michael Connelly told city commissioners during a July 10 workshop discussion about Senate Bill 102, the 55-page piece of legislation that has cities . A San Remo Estates home on Tangier Way tops the week's sales at $8.45 million. Over the decades as evidenced by how infrequently voters have changed the charter a decisive majority of Charter Review Board members have adopted the philosophy of if it is not broken, dont fix it, or, to use the medical professions code: Do no harm.. He is Old Guard Manatee a long-time civic leader; preacher; former two-term Bradenton City Council member; board member with Centerstone (formerly Manatee Glens), Meals on Wheels and Just for Girls. A first-time candidate for countywide office, Miller says on the Vote411.org voter guide: I value the continuity of todays charter policies and procedures. Annual revenues more than doubled, from $500 million to more than $1.2 billion. Whats more, Democrats increasing leftward shift prompted our declaration a few years ago that we would not recommend Democratic Party candidates in any partisan race.
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