Residents are upset the commission didn't listen to what they had to say, but should get a break before any hotel plans are drawn up.

Tall commercial buildings could potentially be built closer to the street near the south bridge to Siesta Key, if commissioners allow it during the special exceptions process.

The county will further discuss implementing paid parking on Siesta Beach after three surveys of residents and business owners on the Key show support for the move.

Business owners say not much would change if the amendment passes, but they hope it will open new doors.

For the fourth time, Benderson submitted plans for the project that the county must approve before the formal review starts.

Parakeets have been around for years, but their presence still charms residents and confounds utility companies.

The plant's problems pre-date the study, and as part of an order from FDEP it's set to be decommissioned completely by May 1.