Tag Archives: Sarasota County Commission

Sarasotas “Ripken Experience”

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Carolann

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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2011 Grinch Awards

Posted on December 18, 2011 by Carolann

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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Parking agreement: Update

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Carolann

“I wish they’d call me up,” “We’ll find out what’s wrong, what the problem is. These are tough, tough times, and the last thing I want are libraries and youth sports cut. Those are quality-of-life issues in the community, so … Continue reading →

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