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THE COLLIER CITIZENS COUNCIL HAS TAKEN POSITIONS ON A HOST OF LOCAL ISSUES Supported increasing tourist tax to 5% Opposed fragmentation of EMS training and control Supported consolidation of Golden Gate & East Naples Fire Districts Recommended naming of Fred Coyle Freedom Park Led successful effort to increase TDC funding of non-profits Analyzed effectiveness of … Read more

THE COLLIER CITIZENS COUNCIL HAS TAKEN POSITIONS ON A HOST OF LOCAL ISSUES

  • Supported increasing tourist tax to 5%
  • Opposed fragmentation of EMS training and control
  • Supported consolidation of Golden Gate & East Naples Fire Districts
  • Recommended naming of Fred Coyle Freedom Park
  • Led successful effort to increase TDC funding of non-profits
  • Analyzed effectiveness of local education in preparing students for jobs
  • Opposed building Atlanta Braves spring-training stadium
  • Advocated for affordable housing and “smart growth”
  • Recommended priorities for new commissioners and state delegation
  • Opposed legislation to usurp home rule
  • Established Murray Hendel Civic Achievement Award for outstanding community service