Opa-Locka Commission Tackles Outstanding Water Bills and City Property Sale

Overview: At the recent Opa-Locka City Commission meeting, steps were taken to resolve a hefty outstanding water bill with Glorietta Partners LTD, and to address the condition and potential sale of surplus city property. A resolution was passed to authorize a payment plan for Glorietta Gardens’ $1 million water bill, and discussions were held regarding the sale of city-owned property, amid concerns about its current neglected state and cleanup responsibility.

Lynn Haven Commission Debates Police Chief’s Future Amid Audit Report

Overview: The Lynn Haven City Commission meeting was marked by discussion regarding the potential termination of Police Chief Richard Ry and the presentation of the city’s positive audit report. The meeting also touched upon public concerns, city events, and infrastructure projects.

Southampton Select Board Addresses Tax Auction and Town Bylaws

Overview: The recent Southampton Select Board meeting addressed a variety of important community topics, including the closure of a public auction for the foreclosed property on Cottage Avenue due to a lack of bidders, the introduction of new general bylaws, and discussions on budget concerns including the need for ADA-compliant bathroom doors and reconciliation of accounts. The meeting also touched on the potential creation of a 40R district overlay, an agricultural preservation restriction, and updates on the Public Safety Building Committee’s activities.

Clay County School Board Tackles Infrastructure and Reading Programs

Overview: Clay County School Board’s recent meeting addressed financial decisions and educational strategies, with a primary focus on borrowing funds for school construction and improvements to reading intervention programs. A resolution was presented for the adoption of certificates of participation that would enable the district to borrow $36 million for constructing new wings at two junior high schools and to retire existing debt. The board also discussed the Lexia reading program and its impact on student achievement in reading proficiency.

Wall School Board Addresses Budget Priorities and Technology Enhancements

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Wall School Board focused on the upcoming year’s budget priorities, which include significant investments in curriculum updates, professional development, student wellness, efficiency, and technology enhancements. The budget discussions took center stage as members of the board and school administration outlined and scrutinized the proposed expenditures and sources of revenue, including a tax levy and the use of banked cap funds.