I thought it was nice that the Martin County School District decided to “borrow” the title of one of my publications, Martin County Moments. I know they call theirs Martin Moments. But I think it would be close enough that it could be confusing.

Let me go on to say to the district please continue sending your information out under that banner. I just wish the district would begin writing a column for this publication. Our reach is broad, and our readers are interested in public education. I hope that Mr. Maine will consider a column a good tool to get their word out.

This week we are concentrating on what will happen at the Stuart Commission meeting on Monday night. It looks unless there is a drastic change of heart by either Collins, Giobbi, or Reed, Seacoast will place their new headquarters elsewhere than Stuart and Martin County.

The unbearable three of the Stuart Commission continue to ignore the law by not obeying what is known as SB180. This is the statute that was passed by the legislature with only one dissenting vote in both houses and signed by the governor. The part local governments do not like is from August of 2024 until October of 2027 municipalities and counties cannot change their development code to make them more restrictive. The Stuart Commission has done just that.

It clearly restricts local government’s ability to pass new measures. However, it doesn’t mandate a state code, it just legislates because of Hurricane Milton Florida doesn’t want anyone unable to build back their destroyed homes by more restrictive ordinances. It keeps speculators out of our communities.

The Boss and Politburo are supposedly challenging the law in court, However, not even they know who the other cities and counties are that will be joining in. This is a recipe for spending our tax dollars recklessly. Challenging the law in court while I disagree is the proper venue.

The commission has stated that they will not obey the law. This is dangerous for our local leaders to pick and choose which laws to follow and a clear violation of their oath. It is my opinion that Governor DeSantis should remove them from office. If you agree a quick e mail to the governor’s office and that of Attorney-General Uthmeier is warranted.

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Have a great Sunday Morning!