COUNTY 

WGCU 

Florida communities turn to buyouts to limit flooding, surge damage  

As flooding and coastal surge remain among the most destructive elements of storm systems, counties across Florida are turning to voluntary buyout programs to reduce damage and restore the landscape to a more natural state. 

 

LEGISLATION 

WUWF 

Florida communities wanted to be more sustainable and resilient. A new state law blocks their efforts  

Manatee County’s commissioners didn’t expect to be threatened with removal from office for considering two measures meant to enhance disaster resilience in this fast-growing county on Florida’s Gulf Coast. 

 

AROUND THE COUNT(R)Y 

Minot Daily News 

Counties prepare to take position on tax cap  

When they meet later this month, North Dakota’s county officials will consider resolutions asking legislators to repeal or modify a property tax cap or to exempt taxes for correctional facilities from any cap.