How Does Florida Stack Up With Other States

How Does Florida Stack Up With Other States

Like every other state, Florida has a myriad of state and local taxes levied on taxpayers. This is a brief overview on how Florida stacks up to other states on taxation. According to statistics compiled by Florida TaxWatch, the State of Florida ranks 49th in the...

MCTA Has A Question

The MCTA has a question for the Board of County Commissioners. Why does thecounty operate the two cafés at the beaches and is looking for a private operator to run the clubhouse at the revamped golf course? We are not advocating for the government becoming more...
FLORIDA REAL PROPERTY TAXES ARE A MESS

FLORIDA REAL PROPERTY TAXES ARE A MESS

  Most federal taxpayers believe that the income tax code is unfair. We feel that way because of the complexity of the code itself. Taxpayers feel it is rigged in someone else’s favor. That is not an unwarranted assertion in some instances. Over the years,...

Should Tax Dollars Be Used For These Types Of Projects?

During commissioner comments at a recent City of Stuart meeting, Commissioner Becky Bruner made a remarkable request of her fellow board members. She wants to spend $50,000 of taxpayer dollars to help the Martin County Arts Council with their planning of the...
Humane Society of the Treasure Coast

Humane Society of the Treasure Coast

Martin County and the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast will be renewing their contract for a shelter for impounded animals consisting mostly of cats and dogs but also includes ferrets, rabbits, and other companion animals. In most states including Florida,...