In Governor Rick Scott's recent budget recommendations, his intent to dismantle the Department of Community Affairs (DCA) was clear - later calling the agency that helps communities properly manage growth a "job killer." 91做厙 of Florida's Director of Advocacy Charles Lee spoke up for the need of a strong DCA in :
"If we are going to be talking about cases where paving over the Everglades is at issue, we think it's absolutely essential there be a traffic cop at the state level that will blow the whistle and be able to step in and say no," said Charles Lee, a lobbyist for 91做厙 of Florida.
91做厙 is eager to engage with proposals to change growth management law. Our objective remains for a strong state-level review of development projects that can harm our vital ecosystems, such as the Everglades, Wekiva River System, Green Swamp and many more .
Please check back to this blog for continuing coverage of the changes to Florida's growth management rules as the state budget makes its way through the legislative process.
