Hurricane Evacuation Model. Very quietly, without much notice, without Zoom links for those of us away from the Keys next week, the Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) is holding public meetings to “provide information regarding hurricane evacuation modeling in the Florida Keys and to seek public input.” The evacuation model is used to determine whether new residential building permits (ROGOs) can be issued.
- It's all about capacity. Chris Hamilton describes the flaws and new considerations since the last update in 2012 was used to justify issuing new ROGOs. (Last Stand)
- Barely visible. The DEO's web site provided rudimentary details. It was not clear if or when links to attend virtually will be posted. Return here for updates.
- County Commission aware, but caught off guard. Despite a meeting on April 19th, a County BOCC reportedly had to be rescheduled to accommodate the hearings. (Keys Weekly)
Ousted. The City Commission voted 6-1 to oust its Planning Board appointee Gregory Lloyd as a result of his letter to the editor calling out FKAAs infrastructure failings and critical of FKAA's leadership. Mayor Teri Johnston was the lone vote in support of Lloyd. (Keys Weekly)
- No secret. "Greg Veliz, made it no secret that the only thing he knew about water management when he took the job was ‘how to turn on a tap,’” wrote Lloyd. (Citizen, $)
- Free speech? Linda Cunningham wrote that it is impossible to disagree with Lloyd’s reasoning in his published letter., but that there's a fine line between free speech and conflict of interest. (Citizen, $)
Pride. Four local drag performers encouraged the City Commission to approve a resolution affirming Key West as a “welcoming city” for all. The resolution passed unanimously. (Keys Weekly)
Creative people. Leslie Linsley wrote that creativity is Key West’s greatest asset. (Citizen, $)
Tips. Mandy Miles wanted servers to be honest when a tip is added to a restaurant check. (Keys Weekly)
Extraordinary birder. Mark Hedden lauded Christian Cooper, who was famous in the birding world before he became famous nationwide for being the subject of an entirely false and racist police report.
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Previously in Key West Voices
Lower power bills. Keys Energy Services’ (KEYS) said that customers will see a decrease in their June energy bills, as a result of reductions in natural gas costs. (Citizen, $)
Pride month.
- Loud and proud. Despite a climate of intimidation, Key West prepared to be loud and proud. (Keys Weekly)
- Sushi in the shoe. The gala retrospective of 25 years of local celebrity Sushi's New Year's Eve appearances opened at Key West Art and Historical Society's Custom House museum. It was elbow to elbow with local celebrities and Queens coming together in pure joy. (Florida Weekly)
Our voices.
- Info junkie? Keep it mellow. Linda Cunningham shared her secrets of being an information junkie in Key West. (Key West Island News)
- Bicycle parking. Chris Hamilton and the City want our help to choose where new and expanded bicycle parking should be installed. (Friends of Car Free Key West)
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