Author Archives: Carolann

On term limits…

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Carolann

In April 16th’s “Throw Out Term Limits, Let Voters Reconsider,”  author Cary McMullen concludes that “the Supreme Court needs to throw out term limits for county commissioners as a first step toward reconsideration of the whole Issue.”  Describing the negative … Continue reading →

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Steve Uebelacker

Posted on March 25, 2012 by Carolann

It’s not an official rule CONA rule but when addressing the Council of Neighborhood Associations, guest speakers should remove their rose-colored glasses. At the March 12th CONA meeting, Sarasota County ethics and compliance  officer downplayed the seriousness of last years purchasing scandal.  … Continue reading →

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More on the Ripken Academy

Posted on February 25, 2012 by Carolann

North Port Sun 2/25/2012 Staff Writer:  Ed Scott SARASOTA COUNTY — Cal Ripken Jr. is a Hall of Famer who played in 2,632 consecutive Major League Baseball games, setting a record for endurance that likely never will be broken. Pat … Continue reading →

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