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The spending called into question includes a $15,000 grant, given to an outside group as part of a larger fundraising campaign to promote the district.
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  • David Conway
  • December 3, 2014
Barfield scrutinizes DID spending

Following allegations of impropriety, the city is now working to clarify the spending authority of the Downtown Improvement District board.

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Eileen Walsh Normile and Stan Zimmerman joined the City Commission Nov. 19. On Monday, the commissioners attended their first regular meeting on the board. Photo by David Conway
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  • David Conway
  • December 3, 2014
New commissioners speak out

Two recently appointed city commissioners have emphasized a focus on collegiality, but the pair says they're also unafraid to speak their minds.

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Glenn Zimmerman, Sarasota County director of IT. Photo by Jessica Salmond
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  • Jessica Salmond
  • December 3, 2014
County confident system can deter cyber attacks

In the aftermath of the Sarasota County School District's cyber attack, the Sarasota County IT department says user monitoring and access level can help prevent attacks.

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  • Observer Staff
  • December 3, 2014
Sidelines

Eleven-year-old wins designated championship; Lady Sailors basketball sinks rival Lady Rams; McMahon leads Cougars basketball to a win; and more local sports news.

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  • December 3, 2014
Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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  • December 3, 2014
Our View

Revise the Van Wezel model

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A Sahib Shriner, of Sahib Shrine Temple, drove a vintage car in last year’s Downtown Sarasota Holiday Parade. File photo
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  • Amanda Morales
  • December 3, 2014
Seasonal celebrations promise to spread cheer

This holiday season, Sarasota is pulling out all the stops to celebrate.

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Beach Way sign
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  • Jessica Salmond
  • December 3, 2014
Siesta Isles Association scopes out new signage

The homeowners association wants to brighten up the entrances to the deed-restricted community.

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Although the property sits in the shadow of downtown high-rise construction, the area around 1505 Dolphin St. is largely comprised of one- and two-story buildings. Photo by David Conway
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  • David Conway
  • December 3, 2014
Developer pitches Burns Court condo

A vacant lot on Dolphin Street could become home for an eight-story condominium building.

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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • December 3, 2014
Just the Stats

The week in sports by the numbers.

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Wellington Chase Homeowners Association President Kathy Peters, center, asks the developer why only a few homeowners seemed to receive notice of the proposed zoning change. Photo by Jessica Salmond
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  • Jessica Salmond
  • December 3, 2014
Apartment plans rile Palmer Ranch residents

Residents mainly from the Wellington Chase neighborhood voiced their displeasure during a three-hour meeting with the project's developer.

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Francis Tiner lives in city of Sarasota limits. His hens — or his "girls"— are fenced in his yard, and he considers them pets. "Chickens are personable," Tiner said. Photo by Jessica Salmond
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  • Jessica Salmond
  • December 3, 2014
County residents peck at chicken-keeping ban

CLUCK hopes the county will adopt similar chicken-keeping allowances as the city. Its online petition has garnered 600 signatures.

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Graphic by Nicole Thompson
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  • David Conway
  • December 3, 2014
Mobility plan raises questions for residents

The city's proposed changes to impact fees for new developments have some residents concerned they won't prevent traffic issues in their area.

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SPIRITUAL JOURNEY. Rick Doherty and Mary Puleo took their Observer along for a visit to the Fushimi Inari Taisha Shinto Shrine in southern Koyoto, Japan. This shrine has ancient origins predating 794.
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  • Observer Staff
  • December 3, 2014
It's Read Everywhere

Headed on a great trip? Make sure to take your Observer along! Snap a photo of you holding your Observer on vacation, then submit it and you could win travel tickets, courtesy of Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport.

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  • December 3, 2014
Business Briefs

LoriTech moves into new space on Beneva Road; White Aluminum receives honor from magazine; Soul Studios opens in former Flex building; PEMCO appoints field risk manager

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