@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialCity leaders are commending the heroic efforts of staff and volunteers in the wake of Hurricane Isaias while securing $4 million to keep the city running smoothly.
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialIn a heartwarming display of leadership, Fort Walton Beach's city manager personally checked on an elderly couple during Hurricane Isaias, showcasing the power of community support in times of crisis.
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialThe Fort Walton Beach council just approved a $3.87 million agreement to acquire the city-hall property reverter interest and dismiss pending litigation—big changes are on the horizon!
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialFort Walton Beach has put a halt to data center applications, prioritizing the needs of its community and tourism over massive, energy-sucking facilities.
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialFort Walton Beach City Council's controversial decision to loan $3.87 million from the cemetery fund to settle a lawsuit has sparked public outcry and raised questions about the future of city finances.
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialSpeeding around school zones has plummeted by 97% thanks to photo enforcement, resulting in over $1.5 million in revenue for public safety initiatives!
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialThe Fort Walton Beach Police Chief revealed major changes to the license-plate reader program aimed at enhancing transparency and protecting privacy, but the city council remains divided on its future.
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialA local resident is raising eyebrows over budget discrepancies in Fort Walton Beach's procurement practices, urging for transparency and accountability in city projects.
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialFort Walton Beach's council has adopted a tentative budget of $65.4 million, balancing painful tradeoffs while prioritizing essential projects like a new fire truck and park lighting.
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@citizenptnewsfl.bsky.socialThe Fort Walton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency's budget approval was anything but smooth, with heated debates over funding and potential project cuts.
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