Who Finances A Better South Walton?

When it comes to emergencies, the law enforcement agencies of adjacent counties are very collaborative. I imagine that is true of other emergency services as well.

Does the incorporated area of Destin not start at the Okaloosa/Walton County line? That's what the sign says.

Incorporated Destin on the north side of hwy 98 ends at Indian bayou. With the exception of the City Hall property and the Emerald Coast Center (old WalMart)
All the development from Indian Bayou to the county line N of 98 is unincorporated Okaloosa County.
Even The Track and few other surrounding parcels are not incorporated.

When it comes to emergencies, the law enforcement agencies of adjacent counties are very collaborative. I imagine that is true of other emergency services as well.

I would believe so.
My question is the property taxes collected to support those services. And schools? And how about the franchise agreements between the City and the cable and waste companies?

What kind of non profit are they? Disclosure requirements are different for each one. Are they breaking any laws?

Let me say this as loud and clear as I can. The area they are attempting to incorporate is too large and not in many's interest including mine. As I have said on many occasions, let Seaside, Aly' Beach and Rosemary Beach incorporate if they wish, but leave Blue Mountain Beach out of it!!!

And Miramar Beach!

And Miramar Beach!

Miramar Beach should be incorporated into Destin and be annexed into Okaloosa county. Sandestin makes an obvious geographical boundary.

Miramar Beach should be incorporated into Destin and be annexed into Okaloosa county. Sandestin makes an obvious geographical boundary.

lol - tax money ain't handed over like that.

Miramar Beach should be incorporated into Destin and be annexed into Okaloosa county. Sandestin makes an obvious geographical boundary.

You really sound like you want to move back to Okaloosa. Walton County may take issue with giving up a section on the County. Secondly the other taxing agencies SWFD and South Walton Mosquito Control are established by Legislature so the annexing may run into other issues.

I would believe so.
My question is the property taxes collected to support those services. And schools? And how about the franchise agreements between the City and the cable and waste companies?

They pay taxes for the services recieved. The only difference is I don't pay for services that i don't receive from the city.

You really sound like you want to move back to Okaloosa. Walton County may take issue with giving up a section on the County. Secondly the other taxing agencies SWFD and South Walton Mosquito Control are established by Legislature so the annexing may run into other issues.

Couldn't pay me to move back there.
Truth is, I wouldn't want to live in Miramar or Sandestin either.

Miramar Beach should be incorporated into Destin and be annexed into Okaloosa county. Sandestin makes an obvious geographical boundary.

Your opinion is exactly why Miramar Beach should be left out of incorporation. Many on 30a believe South Walton County only consists of the beaches along 30a. My community would be treated like a Bastard child. Leave us out of all of your bitching and griping.

For probably the first time ever, Poppaj and I agree on something.

Your opinion is exactly why Miramar Beach should be left out of incorporation. Many on 30a believe South Walton County only consists of the beaches along 30a. My community would be treated like a Bastard child. Leave us out of all of your bitching and griping.

My good sir...
You make many assumptions. I have never said I live on 30A, or said I do not. I also never said Miramar Beach should be left in or out of south walton incorporation. I merely stated that geographically it may make more sence for Miramar Beach to be part of Destin. (I remember back when Miramar Beach shared the Destin post office. Again, probably because it made geographical sense).
And your bastard child comment may support the idea of Miramar annexing into Destin. Although we know it won't happen, tax dollars has already drawn that line in the sand. Pun intended.
The "bitching and griping" line may be an uncounted for personal attack. A conversation of ideas can be had without that by most.
Good day.

My good sir...
You make many assumptions. I have never said I live on 30A, or said I do not. I also never said Miramar Beach should be left in or out of south walton incorporation. I merely stated that geographically it may make more sence for Miranar Beach to be part of Destin. (I remember back when Miramar Beach shared the Destin post office. Again, probably because it made geographical sense).
And your bastard child comment may support the idea of Miramar annexing into Destin. Although we know it won't happen, tax dollars has already drawn that line in the sand. Pun intended.
The "bitching and griping" line may be an uncounted for personal attack. A conversation of ideas can be had without that by most.
Good day.

And Inlet Beach shared a PCB post office so what? The bitching and griping wasn't personal but feel free to take it as such, your choice. It was actually in reference to the almost constant crisis along 30a be it signage, hotels, beach access, or what have you. This isn't meant to imply most of it isn't justified.

No but from the beginning they stated they would be totally transparent.

We feel its VERY Important to know who is funding the 102,000 budget.

So, has the question of transparency in funding been answered yet? Any response by ABSW?

Yes

Short and sweet !! NO !

Short and sweet !!

I know a lady who fits that exact description.

Yes

Short and sweet !! NO !

Gee, I'm glad your thread finally got back to it's original intent Bob. It really got off track there.

A Better South Walton has a 2016 Budget of $102,000 for its project to incorporate South Walton. They decline to release the names donors of $500.00 or more to the project. They should not hide their supporters ! The voters of South Walton should know who's driving this movement.

The same MYSTERIOUS DONORS who are supporting OUR GENERATION perhaps? If they decline to release the names of donors could it be because they really don't know(?)...just as NO ONE knows who OUR GENERATION IS AND WHAT THEY REALLY STAND FOR!

More likely OG is in opposition to ABSW.

More likely OG is in opposition to ABSW.

Actually, they have the same interests according to the Our Generation page!

More likely OG is in opposition to ABSW.

I knew this article was coming out yesterday but expected it to be in the Sunday Paper.

Walton County group targets incumbent commissioners

We have to do something, wouldn't it be nice to have the help of Our Generation. The way I see them is they want what is best for Walton County to be able to move forward. Criticize if you want but Walton has lived for years with donors making promises, hiding in the dark, passing out cash, and then controlling the vote once the candidate is elected. I do not believe anyone can buy Fletcher, Cindy, or Nipper's vote on anything.

We have to do something, wouldn't it be nice to have the help of Our Generation. The way I see them is they want what is best for Walton County to be able to move forward. Criticize if you want but Walton has lived for years with donors making promises, hiding in the dark, passing out cash, and then controlling the vote once the candidate is elected. I do not believe anyone can buy Fletcher, Cindy, or Nipper's vote on anything.

If the donors want to go public who have made huge contributions, I could get behind them. Hiding/evading/skirting the Sunshine is not the way to go about this.

Actually, they have the same interests according to the Our Generation page!

ABSW has no affiliation with the anonymous political organization, Our Generation.

For the record ABSW released it's Donor list over a month ago on our website. Only 5 donors in the $500 and up range wished to remain anonymous and much of the money raised came from smaller donations. Here is the link; scroll to the bottom of The Team page to see the info entitled "The Community": The Team – A Better South Walton

Also, ABSW takes no position on local issues or political races. ABSW’s mission is to seek more effective governance and local representation for South Walton to preserve and enhance its unique character, property values and quality of life.