The massive story: When it comes to caring for their development, upkeep and different capital wants, Florida public college districts — particularly the rising ones — have persistently wanted to search income past state-approved sources.
The methodology of selection has been local-option sales tax referendums. Officials in dozens of districts recommend the mannequin permits to preserve buildings in good condition, whereas permitting guests to assist foot the invoice.
Pasco County district leaders, who collaborate with county authorities for their sales tax, say the income is so vital that they’re asking voters to lengthen the Penny for Pasco 1% sales tax for 15 extra years. Though help seems robust, with opposition close to silent, a political motion committee has collected about $270,000 to marketing campaign for the measure. Read extra right here.
Franklin County college district officers have requested voters to approve a new sales tax to go together with the district’s local-option property tax, the Apalachicola Times reviews. Superintendent Steve Lanier stated the tax might assist pay for $40 million in development wants over the approaching decade.
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The Lee County college district goals to have schools reopen by Oct. 17. But not all campuses may be prepared by then, with 18 needing significant repairs, the Fort Myers News-Press reviews.
The Alachua County college district has introduced its hurricane make-up days. Students will attend on two extra days in the second semester, WCJB reviews.
The Broward County college district has been searching for new everlasting management for its development efforts for years. It keeps running into problems, the Sun-Sentinel reviews.
What’s for lunch? Bay County college students may have four new cafeteria menu items to attempt, the Panama City News Herald reviews.
From the police blotter … Duval County college police shot a person who tried to enter an elementary college while carrying an axe, the Florida Times-Union reviews. • A Brevard County girl was arrested on accusations of threatening to blow up her child’s elementary school, Florida Today reviews.
From the court docket docket … Closing arguments within the Parkland college shooter penalty part are anticipated this week, with jury deliberations to follow, WPLG reviews. • A former longtime Palm Beach County substitute instructor was sentenced to nine years in prison on baby pornography costs, the Palm Beach Post reviews.
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Ben Sasse spent 5 years main Midland University in Nebraska. With Sasse the lone finalist for the UF presidency, observers are wanting to that Midland expertise for hints about how he would lead right here. Sasse visits campus right now.
Hillsborough Community College college contract talks have hit a wall. The sides are at odds over pay, with college members unconvinced they’ll obtain a reputable supply from the administration.
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Florida Gulf Coast University introduced plans to make up tutorial time missed throughout Hurricane Ian over weekends. Students and workers members aren’t happy, the Fort Myers News-Press reviews.
The University of North Florida’s new president has massive expectations for the college. He stated he hopes to extend the university’s partnerships inside group, the Florida Times-Union reviews.
Indian River State College has a brand new Vero Beach campus president. She plans to build on the school’s past successes, TC Palm reviews.
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