My View: Leaders in police talks must lead
June 21, 2012
I have no idea how these negotiations have been carried out, what is or isn’t sacrosanct or what moving parts may be negotiable. One thing is sure, though: There is an increasing recognition that Sarasota cannot continue to offer the generous benefits that police officers enjoy without them eventually bankrupting the city.
My View: ' … And the rocket's red glare, the bombs bursting in air … '
June 14, 2012
As the Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce excitedly prepares to host, for the 22nd time, the Fourth of July community fireworks celebration on Siesta Key Beach, I must take a moment to remind my community of its extremely vital role in this event.
My View: Commission change would divide
June 14, 2012
The single-member Sarasota County Commission district idea sounds good at first blush when the proponents give their pitch.
My View: Clearing the decks
June 7, 2012
Do little annoyances in your daily life bother you? They do me.
My View: Civility and compromise bring fairer solutions
May 31, 2012
I thought the editorial opinion contained in the "Our View" column last week provided a commonsense approach to solving not only the sound issues currently being debated in the Siesta Key Village but most problems that come along in life.
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18 'Last Night Out' - Brides Against Breast Cancer Fundraiser
5:30 pm - 9:00 pm - Jun
19 Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance June Executive Briefing - "Creating a Social Media policy at your place of business"
7:30 am - 9:00 am - Jun
20 Welcome Club of Sarasota/Manatee Luncheon
11:00 am - 2:00 pm - Jun
28 Regatta Pointe Marina River Regatta 2013
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm





