Some Thoughts After Mostly Listening to Public Comment
Thinking beyond the agenda.
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Weekly Recap 1-18-24
Notes from last week’s CRA meeting and the even land use hearings.
Look Ahead 1-25-24
A lot for Council to cover this week but the youth curfew will be the focus of attention.
Take 2: How I Understand the Budget/Bonding Process
Another attempt at explaining how I think the budget/bonding process works.
Preview – This Week at Tampa City Council
Relatively light week with big discussions around developing the old Army Navy Surplus site plus a proposed development around the Ybor shipyards.
Answers: Tampa Fire Rescue Capitol Improvement Project Bonding
tl;dr Council approved bonding these projects for FY24 and the reimbursement resolution is simply a procedural step.
Preview 1-11-24
A look ahead at the first Tampa City Council meeting of 2024. Top of the list is a vote to bond $116 million dollars for Tampa Fire Rescue Capitol Improvement Projects.
Tampa Fire Rescue Capitol Improvement Projects FY24-28
Taking another stab at making clear the situation with the budget in regards to Tampa Fire Rescue and 4 new fire stations and facility relocation.
End of Year Housekeeping
A look at the first year of the site and what I’ve accomplished and the plan for the coming year.
Preview 12-21-23
A look ahead at the last Tampa City Council meeting of 2023. A relatively light agenda with focus on Council matters like their pay and hiring a budget analyst.
CRA Wrap Up 12-14-23
Highlights from the meeting including discussions about capping the Downtown CRA district.
Preview CRA 12-14-23
What I’m watching at this week’s CRA meeting.