Gulf County Council Faces Tough Questions on Budget Transparency and Property Acquisitions

Overview: The Gulf County Council held a public hearing to discuss the tentative budget, which included an increase in the millage rate and numerous questions from residents regarding transparency and financial management.

Gulf County Council Discusses Budget Challenges Amid Tax Cuts and Approves Fireworks Funding

Overview: The Gulf County Council meeting focused on budgetary discussions, including the implications of recent tax cuts and funding allocations for various departments, alongside approving additional funds for the Fourth of July fireworks celebration.

Gulf County Council Prioritizes Law Enforcement Training and Budget

Overview: Gulf County Council’s recent meeting addressed issues, with law enforcement training and budget taking precedence. The council discussed the Sheriff’s need for increased funding, particularly for deputies’ starting pay and body-worn cameras, and considered a direct appropriation to bypass grant funding thresholds. The meeting also saw the ratification of a reduced maximum millage rate, allocation of funds for parks, library concerns, and waste management proposals.

Gulf County Council Discusses Airport Project Concerns and Public Safety

Overview: At a recent Gulf County Council meeting, council members addressed concerns regarding a proposed airport grant agreement, public safety related to a nearby rifle range, and the potential environmental impact of oil exploration in the Apalachicola River Basin.

Gulf County Council Debates New Septic System Amid Concerns

Overview: The Gulf County Council recently convened to discuss a pressing environmental issue—a proposed distributed wastewater treatment system intended to address fecal contamination and water quality in Indian Lagoon. The meeting unfolded into a debate over the system’s effectiveness, environmental impact, cost, and regulatory compliance.