Author Archives: Carolann

Sarasotas “Ripken Experience”

It’s been an adventure.  One big mind numbing, head shaking, I can’t believe they bought it, adventure.  Did they commit? Was it in writing? Whatever else goes wrong, blame it on the lawsuit. Was it the plan all along?  Sarasota … Continue reading

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Is “Project Waterboy” a wash?

In 2010 The Board of County Commissioners approved an economic incentive program to lure a production company to Sarasota County.  Code name:  “Project Waterboy”  .  9/20/2010  “Sanborn Studios setting up shop in Lakewood Ranch”  Before a room full of reporters, … Continue reading

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2011 Grinch Awards

On Feb. 22, without public discussion, the Sarasota County Commission approved via its consent agenda a parking licensing agreement with the Baltimore Orioles. The agreement increases parking fees at the public park to $9 during spring-training games. The additional $4 … Continue reading

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