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Studio 67FAC News Clips – October 21, 2026
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Bungalower
Orange County Backs Nearly $800 Million in Tourist-Tax Projects. Here’s What’s Coming
Orange County commissioners voted 6-1 on Monday, October 19, to move forward with nearly $800 million in tourist-tax funding for new theaters, museums, sports facilities, and one very expensive parking garage.
WJNO
Miami-Dade Approves $1.02 Million in Incentives for Miami Vice Movie
Miami-Dade, FL – Miami-Dade County commissioners have approved $1.02 million in production incentives for an upcoming Miami Vice movie, subject to specific spending and local hiring requirements.
North Fort Myers Neighbor
Lee County launches new website at LeeFL.gov
Faster, more responsive site makes it easier to conduct business with county government, officials say
WPTV
Palm Beach County moves forward with e-bike, scooter rules amid safety concerns
Palm Beach County commissioners unanimously advanced a new micromobility device ordinance Tuesday that would establish speed limits, age restrictions and enforcement rules for e-bikes, electric scooters and similar devices, citing hundreds of injuries and concerns about rider and pedestrian safety.
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Bradenton Herald
Hurricane Isaias debris pickup will cost at least $99 million
More than 5 million cubic yards of debris from Hurricane Isaias are expected to be picked up in the coming weeks across Escambia and Santa Rosa counties, at an estimated cost of $99 million.
PROPERTY TAXES
Florida Politics
Ben Albritton will vote against Amendment 3, the tax cut his Senate put on the ballot
Senate President Ben Albritton will vote no on Amendment 3. He presided over the Senate that voted 30-9 in June to put it on the ballot.
Florida Politics
UNF poll: Time is running out and Amendment 3 is falling short
Will voters who haven’t made up their minds yet be sold at the end of campaign season? That’s not usually how it works.
Hoodline
Amendment 3 Property Tax Impact on Palm Beach County Fire
Florida voters are deciding whether to shrink the property-tax base that funds local fire departments, parks, and emergency services across Palm Beach County, and officials there are warning the tradeoffs could land squarely on residents’ wallets.
Bradenton Herald
Florida Amendment 3: Tax cut or tax shift? Cities look for solutions
As Amendment 3 gets closer to reaching the ballot in Florida, it’s become more divisive.
Florida Weekly
Cut here, Pay there, what Amendment 3 means for Florida
Collier County Commissioner Bill McDaniel said his government could weather the first wave of revenue losses from Amendment 3, a proposal that would significantly expand property tax exemptions for Florida homeowners.
Bradenton Herald
I share your pain on taxes. But Amendment 3 isn’t the answer | Opinion
I have received considerable criticism for my position on Amendment 3.
DATA CENTERS
Click Orlando
Volusia County Council set to vote on ban of large-scale data centers
Proposal would prohibit facilities with a peak electrical load of 50 megawatts or more in unincorporated Volusia County.
WCJB
Gilchrist County approves one-year moratorium on AI data centers
TRENTON, Fla. (WCJB) – Gilchrist County commissioners are joining several other counties in the area by approving a one-year moratorium on AI data centers.
Local 10
Broward County moves toward one-year moratorium on large-scale data centers
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — The Broward County Commission voted unanimously Tuesday to begin the process of imposing a one-year moratorium on large-scale data centers in unincorporated areas of the county, citing concerns about the facilities’ potential impact on residential communities, water supplies and electricity costs.
FAC News Clips – October 19, 2026
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Crestview News Bulletin
FPL efforts get Okaloosa County back to full power
Florida Politics
Duke Energy Florida opens solar site in Jefferson County
‘Every solar site we bring online reduces the amount of fuel we need to purchase, and those savings go directly to our customers’ bills.’
PROPERTY TAXES
Flagler Live
Florida Realtors Claim Amendment 3 Makes Homes Affordable. Their Listing Website Says Opposite.
Florida Realtors is bankrolling Amendment 3 and pitching the property tax cut as relief for Floridians priced out of homeownership.
Pine Island Eagle
County talks of Amendment 3 impact, solutions
An increase in the homestead tax exemption from $50,000 to $250,000 under a proposed state referendum on the November ballot would likely mean higher county taxes and fees, as well as widespread cuts to county departments, under budget projections county commissioners are being faced with.
The Boca Raton Tribune
Florida Local Governments Brace for Revenue Shortfalls as Amendment 3 Looms
A new report from S&P Global Ratings warns that the passage of Florida’s Amendment 3 in November 2026 could severely constrain revenue for city and county operations, potentially leading to long-term credit rating downgrades.
Tampa Bay Times
Amendment 3 makes a promise Tampa Bay’s infrastructure can’t keep | Column
Tampa Bay’s continued growth is putting even greater pressure on systems already in need of attention.
Bradenton Herald
Property tax, arts funding: What could change if Amendment 3 passes
Tallahassee has a vibrant arts and culture scene. From concerts at Cascades Park to annual film festivals, open mic nights, and art exhibitions, local events bring the whole community together.
Florida Politics
National Association of Realtors helps push pro-Amendment 3 committee over $21M raised
Polls still show there is work to do to sell the proposal.
FAC News Clips – October 14, 2026
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Cape Coral Breeze
County commissioners discuss impact of, solutions for Amendment 3
An increase in the homestead tax exemption from $50,000 to $250,000 under a proposed state referendum on the November ballot would likely mean higher county taxes and fees, as well as widespread cuts to county departments, under budget projections county commissioners are being faced with.
The Floridian
DeSantis Awards $27M in Infrastructure Upgrades, Includes Florida Panhandle
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced $27 million in awards to fourteen small and rural communities for economic growth as part of Florida’s Rural Infrastructure Fund while speaking at a press conference in Vernon this week.
Tallahassee Democrat
When the Florida legislature overrules local communities | Opinion
The best government is the government closest to the people. If a neighborhood floods, a road cannot handle more traffic, or a proposed development threatens a treasured place, residents ought to be able to turn to officials they can meet, question, and vote out of office.
My Panhandle
Bay County leaders warn Amendment 3 may cut services and urge voters to vote “no”
BAY COUNTY, FLA. (WMBB) – Local leaders in Bay County are raising concerns about Amendment 3. They say that a little extra money in your pocket could affect local services.
Wink News
Collier County considers creating veterans affairs advisory committee
GOLDEN GATE, Fla. (WINK) — Collier County commissioners are moving forward with talks about a permanent Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee.
PROPERTY TAXES
WLRN
FL’s Amendment 3 would cut property taxes. Could it gut local police, fire, emergency money?
As Florida voters weigh a proposed property tax cut on the November ballot, realtors, sheriffs and local officials are clashing over whether Amendment 3 will strip funding from local police, fire and emergency services.
Florida Politics
Amendment 3 support insufficient among informed voters, AIF-commissioned poll finds
Is there a path to passage in November?
Florida Politics
The listings site’s own estimate found eliminating property taxes would lift home values 7% to 9%, with first-time buyers paying the difference.
Sun North Port
DeSantis: ‘I’ll be involved somehow’
TALLAHASSEE — Gov. Ron DeSantis continues to express increased support for the property tax cut measure the Legislature put before voters on the November ballot.
Wink News
CC sheriff warns Amendment 3 could cut millions
CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (WINK) — Charlotte County Sheriff Bill Prummell is doubling down on his opposition to Amendment 3, defending his spending decisions and warning of potential cuts to public safety funding as Florida voters consider a proposal aimed at providing property tax relief.
DATA CENTERS
Bradenton Herald
Florida county commission votes for data center moratorium
STUART – Martin County Commission is on its way to establishing a one-year moratorium on data centers, a move that would give staff time to review potential impacts of projects.
WTXL
Leon County commissioners approve data center moratorium
County officials say the 18-month pause gives staff time to study the impacts and develop new regulations around the centers
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Z105
DeSantis Announces Hurricane Isaias Relief Efforts in Florida Panhandle
Santa Rosa County, FL – Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis provided an update Tuesday on hurricane recovery efforts as state officials continued distributing emergency supplies across Northwest Florida.
FAC News Clips – October 13, 2026
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WESH
Demings backs more than $800M in tourism-tax projects, including $46M for UCF
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings is proposing more than $800 million in tourist development tax funding for 13 projects and programs across the county, including $46 million for a soccer stadium and track facility at the University of Central Florida.
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
The Capitolist
122,000 still without power in Florida after Hurricane Isaias
Over 122,000 Florida customers remained without power Monday after Hurricane Isaias ripped through over the weekend, claiming the lives of four people.
Wink
Lee County first responders’ home after Hurricane Isaias
LEE COUNTY, Fla. — First responders from Southwest Florida are back home after spending four days helping communities hit by Hurricane Isaias.
PROPERTY TAXES
Orlando Sentinel
Florida property tax Amendment 3: The latest poll results
The most recent round of public, preelection polls show Florida voters are stressed about affordability and the cost of living.
Tallahassee Democrat
The real price of Amendment 3 shows up close to home | Opinion
Most people don’t spend much time thinking about community planning.
Tallahassee Democrat
Amendment 3 is a ‘shell game’ Florida can live without | Opinion
I’m a retiree on a fixed income and a virtual life-long Florida resident having moved here at the age of 5.
Midflorida Newspaper
Property tax reform: How about a little common sense? | Opinions
“I consider Amendment 3 a political stunt.”
WFLA
St. Pete renter says no on Amendment 3; Florida Realtors say yes
- PETERSBURG, Fla. (WFLA) – The effort to raise the homestead exemption in Florida during the midterm political cycle will come to an end on Nov. 3.
FEDERAL
Florida Politics
Could a proposed Census rule cost Florida billions in aid — or even a House seat?
A POGO report said Florida suffers from an undercount, which will hurt worse if counts exclude undocumented immigrants.
FAC News Clips – October 12, 2026
PROPERTY TAXES
Bradenton Herald
If Amendment 3 is so great, why do so many oppose it? | Letter
Few are fooled by Amendment 3
Bradenton Herald
$40 million Sarasota County park plan faces Amendment 3 uncertainty
The Sarasota County Commission unanimously approved the master concept plan for the Wellfield Regional Sports Complex in Venice, though the timeline for development and funding remains in limbo until after Florida voters weigh in on Amendment 3.
Florida Politics
Republican support fell to 60%, and Black voters flipped from support to oppose.
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
North Escambia
Escambia County Hurricane Recovery Need To Know Info
Escambia County is continuing recovery efforts following Hurricane Isaias, including damage assessments and debris clearing across roadways.
My Panhandle
FPL working to restore power in Bay County following Isaias
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) — Florida Power & Light (FPL) is having thousands of crews work around the clock to restore power to thousands still sitting in the dark from Hurricane Isaias.
Bradenton Herald
As power is restored, Escambia County eyes longer-term Isaias recovery
More than 55,000 Florida Power and Light customers had power restored on Sunday, Oct. 11, as the second day of recovery from Hurricane Isaias came to an end.
Florida Politics
‘We have some work to do. (But) it is inspiring to me … to see the resilience of Floridians.’
FAC News Clips – October 6, 2026
COUNTY
Spectrum News
Volusia County data center ban heads to first reading
DELAND, Fla. — Volusia County leaders are set to discuss a proposed ordinance that would ban large-scale data centers throughout unincorporated Volusia County.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT
Flagler Live
Landowners Rushing to Convert Farms Into Subdivisions as Florida Law Shifts Control to Tallahassee
Florida developers are racing to take advantage of a fast-track approval process for turning rural land into subdivisions, a process that state lawmakers expanded this year in their latest move to shift control over Florida’s sprawling growth from local governments to Tallahassee.
PROPERTY TAXES
WLRN
Tax relief or ‘fake relief’? Florida sheriff warns of cuts, new fees
With mail-in voting underway, Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri warned that a property tax proposal on the November ballot may offer homeowners an appealing promise of relief but could threaten public safety and other programs.
Florida Politics
Kathleen Passidomo helped put Amendment 3 on the ballot. Now she’s voting ‘no’
‘I think it is a well-intentioned bill, but you know, the road to hell is paved with them.’
Florida Politics
Ron DeSantis rebuts argument that homestead exemption hike hurts renters
The Legislature may have changed the Governor’s plan, but he’s still a staunch advocate for it.