By Christopher Hong New text messages from Jacksonville City Council members obtained by The Florida Times-Union reveal the president of the firefighters’ union relayed communications between council members during a meeting last month as he worked behind-the-scenes to sway a vote, which is prohibited by Florida’s open government law. [Read More]
Gov. Rick Scott’s new public records policy draws praise, criticism – Tampa Bay Times
TALLAHASSEE — Gov. Rick Scott, who recently settled eight lawsuits at taxpayer expense that accused him of violating Florida public records laws, has adopted a new records policy that’s drawing criticism. Under the policy that took effect July 1, Scott’s office now responds to public records requests from private citizens and news outlets by posting […]
Winter Park meetings thwart debate -Orlando Sentinel
Winter Park Mayor Steve Leary is sending a clear message to anyone who cares about transparency in local government: Suckerrrrr!!! Leary orchestrated a series of one-on-one meetings with three out of four city commissioners — a way to sidestep the nuisance of actually debating public business in front of the public. Well played, Mr. Mayor. […]
