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Published 12 hours agoDRC to review housing lots, charter school revision and community park
Apopka's Development Review Committee will consider residential plans, a charter school revision and an amenity park Wednesday morning. The agenda also includes access roads near State Road 429 and applications for three community events.
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Published 12 hours agoWater conservation rebates open early for Apopka-area groups and properties
Local governments, small utilities, homeowners associations, and multifamily properties can apply early for the St. Johns River Water Management District's water conservation rebates. The program covers up to half of eligible project costs, with a $10,000 annual limit per…
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Published September 27Apopka commissioners offer four perspectives on City Hall dismissals
Apopka's four commissioners responded to the departure of interim City Administrator Radley Williams and Finance Director Blanche Sherman. Their statements offer different views on the changes underway at City Hall and what should happen next.
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Published September 27In Case You Missed It: Firefighter pay, a District 2 debate and a City Hall dispute
Apopka approved a firefighter contract with a $12,000 first-year base pay increase, while Orange County District 2 candidates Brown and Crabb debated growth and spending. The week's coverage also examined a dispute over city discretionary funds, sidewalk safety, and drug warrants…
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Published September 24Apopka approves firefighter contract with $12,000 first-year base pay increase
The Apopka City Commission unanimously approved a three-year contract with the city's firefighters' union. The agreement includes a $12,000 first-year increase in base pay for bargaining-unit employees and runs through September 2029.
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Published September 24Proposed firefighter contract includes $12,000 raises, pension increase and new pay incentives
A proposed three-year contract would give Apopka firefighters a $12,000 first-year raise, additional annual increases, and a uniform 4% pension accrual rate. Union members overwhelmingly ratified the agreement, which now awaits City Commission approval.
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Published September 23Anderson alleges a political agenda behind the discretionary funds debate
Commissioner Nadia Anderson alleges that last Wednesday's debate over discretionary spending and a proposed amphitheater event was part of a broader political effort against her.
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Published September 20ICYMI: Apopka budget adopted, City Hall tensions erupt and apartment plan denied
Apopka's top stories this week included a contentious City Commission meeting, adoption of a $237.25 million budget, and the denial of a proposed 312-unit apartment development. Bojangles opened a new restaurant, while Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings encouraged men to undergo…
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Published September 17Commission meeting spirals into accusations and threats of legal action
A discussion about limiting city spending on commissioner-led events descended into accusations, threats of ethics complaints, and warnings of possible lawsuits. Commissioner Nadia Anderson said the proposed guardrails were meant to target her, while other commissioners denied…
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Published September 17Florida county officials try to eliminate public comment on development
Lee County residents organized against a sweeping growth-plan rewrite they said was rushed, poorly publicized, and designed to diminish their influence over development. Their successful opposition is especially relevant in Apopka, where the placement, livestreaming, and official…
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Published September 17Florida first responders warn Amendment 3 could slow 911 response
Florida public safety leaders are opposing Amendment 3, warning that its reduction of local property tax revenue could mean fewer first responders and slower 911 response times. They say meaningful tax relief should be paired with a clear and sustainable plan for funding police,…
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Published September 17Apopka adopts $237 million budget after months of debate
The Apopka City Commission unanimously approved a $237.25 million budget and a 4.6761 millage rate for fiscal year 2026-27. The final hearing also revived discussion of forensic audits as commissioners questioned city reserves, impact fees, and future financial reviews.