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Edgewater City Council Defies State Law, Votes 3-2 to Keep Building Moratorium Over Flooding Fears

In a 3-2 vote, the Edgewater City Council defied Florida's SB 180 and kept its building moratorium, citing ongoing flooding concerns — risking lawsuits and potential gubernatorial removal of council members.
27 days ago
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Crime Public Safety
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Crime Public Safety
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Infrastructure
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Local Government
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