Have you ever tried to find out where all the extra money collected is going? I’m referring to the increase in the property tax base and resulting increase in tax dollars collected. Businesses and rental property do not qualify for 1.9% maximum annual increase for homes with homestead exemptions. So a property assessed one year…
Jeb Bush announced that parents can logon to see FCAT scores, get help, etc in a secure environment. Notices will be sent to everyones home. Oh- and it will all be available in English, Spanish, and Hatian Creole. This is to match the printed FCAT reports which are also delivered inEnglish, Spanish, and Hatian Creole….
A trend has been growing in South Florida, including Pompano, for local governments to tell homeowners “Sell your land or we’ll take it”. The power of eminent domain has been exercised throughout the United States for public purpose such as airport expansions or public parks. But our cities are taking it to the next level-…