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- I am surprised the head of an organization that claims to represent local business interests favors an out-of-town monopolist — because this is, de facto, what FPL has been over the past 30 years and longer. A municipal utility seems to be, for now, the only way to ensure First World-style reliability, adaptation to rapid technological change, and an opening of the system for competition. Trevor Underwood, a Fort Lauderdale activist, has worked out a road map to municipalization (for full text, go to www.sarasotapower.org). A tree hugger? Think twice. Underwood is an economist. As a consultant for the IMF and the Bank of England, his mantra is competition, and he professes to not like things run by government. As of now, the public debate has barely scratched the surface. I urge city commissioners to seriously and systematically consider all options, including municipalization, before making a decision that will affect our grandchildren.
- May
24 Meet and Greet Dr. Kristen Shepherd, OB-GYN
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm - May
24 Sarasota City Commission Meeting
3:00 pm - May
24 TWIS PICK: Show: The Wallies, Physical Plant and (the) Umbrella Cult
9:00 pm - May
25 TWIS PICK: Summer Safaris
4:30 pm - 7:00 pm
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Marathon runner returns to Sarasota
05/24/12
Sarasota resident John Pyle, who is known for running marathons with a large American flag, has finally returned from his 83-day, 3,144-cross country run from San Francisco to Key West. -
Athletes receive free physicals
05/24/12
Approximately 300 area athletes received free health screenings to ensure they can participate in team sports this fall. -
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Crew Banquet
05/21/12
More than 120 Sarasota Crew rowers and their families gathered at the Ritz Carlton Sunday, May 20, to celebrate the end of a successful season. The team has enjoyed victory at the district, state and regional levels and is preparing to head to Tennessee for nationals.
