Transportation & urban planning exec in Tampa Bay. @APAFlorida President. Gardener, baseball fan, #LGM#RaysUp#Jaguars UF 🐊 J-school grad, native Tar Heel.
I thoroughly enjoyed today’s conversation with a few of Tampa Bay’s outstanding elected officials at #FPC24. Thank you, Temple Terrace Mayor Andy Ross, Hillsborough County Commissioner Gwen Myers, and St. Pete Councilmember Gina Driscoll for your time and thoughtful comments.
On behalf of Florida Policy Institute Mason-Dixon also asked voters if the Legislature should prioritize "property tax relief" or "property insurance relief." 63% said insurance while only 32% said property taxes
@nick_bone_@Jason_Garcia Generally speaking, the Mormons are developing responsibly with a 100-year plan that is sustaining both their agricultural assets and financial stewardship for future generations. Not even remotely the same as this Ponzi-scheme of rural sprawl development.
@JbcTrader@dmcnamee@Jason_Garcia They absolutely do if it will bankrupt local finances through endless Ponzi scheme sprawl development of rural natural lands and farmlands.
Federal grants will fund projects across Tampa Bay, ranging from the incorporation of AI drone camera systems to the conversion of busy roadways to make them safer for drivers. https://t.co/lcOAKlHslJ
A consolidated regional board could give Tampa Bay a stronger voice when competing for transportation funding and would help prioritize regional projects. https://t.co/ZtAX4M9ND6
I’ve been digging into Florida’s homestead tax repeal plan… and it feels like watching someone rip out structural beams from a house without calling an engineer. 😳
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Our agency is seeking a firm or team to help us navigate the state policy environment affecting planning, communities, and development in Florida.
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@CarlosGSmith I'm hopeful but skeptical that people will figure out that growth does not pay for itself, especially low-density residential sprawl growth.
@BianchiWrites Great column! I grew up reading Larry Guest, Mizell and the great Furman Bisher. Like you, I attended UF's journalism school, where Tom McEwen came to speak at one of my classes. That was fun. Legendary men.
I am grateful for the opportunity to have served #planners across Florida as @APAFlorida chapter president for 2023-24. It's been fun and challenging, and I'm looking forward to working with new leaders in the year ahead. Happy New Year!
Congratulations to Chelsea Ross-Favero, AICP on her promotion to MPO Division Manager! She will be responsible for the overall metropolitan planning organization (transportation) functions of the agency. A well-deserved recognition of her contributions over many years.
Franz Wagner makes his first shot. #Magic offense still a bit stagnant. Tried to force a post-up to Moe Wagner. Have to get more movement in the offense. That's even with Paolo . 5-2 CLE, 10:43 1st