Treasure Coast
Disaster Relief, Development Pressure, and Why Bobby Williams Says Florida Is Full
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- Disaster Relief, Development Pressure, and Why Bobby Williams Says Florida Is Full
- Runtime
- 32:35
- Date posted
- 9 hours ago
- Description
- Bobby Williams talks disaster relief logistics, stopping overdevelopment, and eliminating property taxes in his run for Florida governor.
Bobby Williams, a third-generation Floridian, business owner, and pastor running in the 2026 Republican primary for Florida governor, joins The Current to lay out his campaign. He describes founding the Freedom Tour disaster relief nonprofit in 2016, coordinating food and supplies across the state during COVID and after major storms, and why he believes that logistics experience qualifies him to run the state as a non-career politician.
Williams also explains his opposition to continued rezoning and large-scale development, his stance against data centers, his goal of eliminating property taxes, and his proposals for insurance reform. The conversation covers trade education in high schools, waste in disaster response, and his vision for keeping Florida's agricultural character intact.
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0:00 Intro...
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- Richter on Lake Okeechobee Water Quality #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:39
- Date posted
- 13 hours ago
- Description
- Wayne Richter contends Lake Okeechobee is one of the dirtiest lakes in the U.S. He questions the focus on sending water south, highlighting the need to finish the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan instead of using the issue as an election talking point. #TreasureCoast #OkeechobeeCounty #EvergladesRestoration #WaterQuality #LocalElection
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- Wabasso, Florida - one of the Treasure Coast's quietest, most beautifu...
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- 0:19
- Date posted
- 16 hours ago
- Description
- Wabasso, Florida - one of the Treasure Coast's quietest, most beautiful stretches along the Indian River Lagoon. Find more hidden gems at treasurecoast.com.
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- James Fishback: Stopping Data Centers Before They Destroy Florida #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:52
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- James Fishback argues against the placement of data centers, stating they exploit land and threaten the "old Florida" he grew up with. He contends that unchecked data centers will worsen droughts, raise electric bills, and devalue property. #TreasureCoast #Florida #Fishback #DataCenters
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- Florida Property Tax Revenue up 75% in Past 5 Years
- Runtime
- 0:40
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- James Fishback questions why statewide property tax revenue has increased 76% in five years, asking where the $20 billion increase has gone. He contends it only costs $18 billion to eliminate property taxes for Florida homeowners. #TreasureCoast #Florida #Fishback #PropertyTaxes #Election2026
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- Richter Highlights Key Issues Facing Florida #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:39
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Wayne Richter outlines four pressing issues he hears from the community: affordability, insurance, housing, overdevelopment, the Indian River Lagoon, and public education. He emphasizes the need for politicians to listen more to constituents. #TreasureCoast #Stuart #MartinCounty #LocalElection #PublicEducation
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- Commissioner Eula Clarke on Housing, Redevelopment, and Stuart's Historic Districts
- Runtime
- 28:31
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Stuart Commissioner Eula Clarke talks growth, historic preservation, and housing affordability in her run for reelection to Group 5.
Eula Clarke, a Stuart City Commissioner since 2011, local attorney, and urban planner, joins The Current to discuss how the city has changed over her decades in Martin County and what she sees ahead. She explains how Stuart manages growth as a nearly built-out city, the role of multifamily housing and accessory dwelling units in affordability, and why she says the city's job is setting policy rather than building housing itself.
Clarke also covers the recent National Historic Register designations for downtown Stuart and East Stuart, how CRA funds pay for projects like the Guy Davis Park renovation and the Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard redesign, and what she wishes more residents understood about how city government works. She closes with her platform on responsible growth and protecting the St. Lucie River.
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- James Fishback on Homeownership, Small Business, and Conserving Old Florida
- Runtime
- 31:04
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- James Fishback (@jamesfishback) wants to ban data centers statewide, eliminate property taxes for homeowners, reduce roadblocks for entrepreneurs, and raise teacher pay in Florida.
✅ Learn more: https://fishback2026.com
James Fishback, a South Florida native and business owner running for Florida governor in the Republican primary, joins The Current to lay out his platform. A major issue is stopping large-scale data center development in Florida, which he says he would prevent statewide by blocking county-level approval. He also discusses affordability: eliminating property taxes for Florida homesteaders, reforming the insurance market, and expanding access to homeownership.
Fishback covers his stance on Amendment 3, teacher pay, small business regulation, immigration and workforce issues, and his approach to water quality and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. He closes with his vision for the state's future and an accou...
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- Dayne Oldenborg Outlines Plans for Youth & Growth #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:49
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- Stuart City Commission Group 5 candidate Dayne Oldenborg aims to do more for local youth and return a voice to residents on development decisions. Oldenborg advocates for responsible growth, promising not to rubber-stamp projects and suggesting a focus on lowering taxes and community education regarding environmental concerns like fertilizer use. #TreasureCoast #Stuart #MartinCounty #CityCommission #LocalElection
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- Oldenborg: No to Rezoning Parks for Apartments #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:31
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
- Description
- Dayne Oldenborg states he opposes rezoning the Sailfish Ball Fields for apartment development. He believes the community would not support changing parkland in a historical neighborhood like East Stuart. #TreasureCoast #StuartFlorida #MartinCounty #CityCommission #LocalElection
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- Improving Lake Okeechobee Discharge Water Quality #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:34
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
- Description
- Sarah Heard outlines ongoing projects to improve Lake Okeechobee's water quality before it reaches local estuaries. Completed reservoirs and stormwater treatment areas in western Martin County will help remove nutrients from polluted water. #TreasureCoast #MartinCounty #OkeechobeeCounty #WaterQuality #Estuaries
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- Port St. Lucie Preserving Green spaces and Parkland #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:53
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
- Description
- Mayor Shannon M. Martin highlights the city's acquisition of over 280 acres for future parkland since January 2025. She notes the preservation of areas like Rosser Lakes Preserve, emphasizing resident desires for less residential development and more accessible green spaces. #TreasureCoast #PortStLucie #StLucieCounty #LocalElection #GreenSpace
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- Wayne Richter on Affordability, Healthcare, and Public Education in Florida House District 85
- Runtime
- 35:10
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
- Description
- Wayne Richter discusses affordability, healthcare, and the Indian River Lagoon in his run for Florida House District 85.
Wayne Richter, a Palm City attorney and 24-year Martin County resident, joins The Current to talk about why he's running for Florida House District 85, which covers parts of Martin and St. Lucie counties. He breaks down what he's hearing at the doors, primarily the cost of health insurance, property insurance, and housing, along with concerns about overdevelopment changing the character of the Treasure Coast.
Richter also discusses the Live Local Act and its effect on local control over growth, teacher pay and public school funding, hospital price transparency, and what he sees as the biggest threats facing the Indian River Lagoon. He closes with his thoughts on infrastructure, traffic, and why he believes state legislative races matter more to daily life than many people realize.
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0:00 Introduction
0:29 Ri...
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- Sarah Heard on Martin County's Comprehensive Growth Management Plan #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:44
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Sarah Heard explains that responsible growth in Martin County is guided by its Comprehensive Plan, in effect since 1982. She notes the plan dictates where, what kind, and at what rate growth occurs, along with necessary services. Heard highlights the plan is amendable by the board, emphasizing adherence ensures responsible development. #TreasureCoast #MartinCounty #LocalElection #GrowthManagement #ComprehensivePlan
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- The Feasibility of a Brightline Station in East Stuart #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:56
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Derreck Ogden, candidate for City of Stuart Commissioner, argues that East Stuart is often discussed but rarely listened to. He questions the feasibility of a Brightline station in downtown Stuart and opposes using local taxpayer dollars for the private corporation's project. #TreasureCoast #Stuart #MartinCounty #CityCommission #LocalElection
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- Breastmilk Distribution Facility Opening in Port St. Lucie #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:34
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Mayor Shannon M. Martin highlights Lactologics, a new human milk distribution facility opening in the former Liberty Medical Building. The project aims to supply breast milk to women nationwide and hospitals for infants unable to feed naturally. #TreasureCoast #PortStLucie #StLucieCounty #EconomicDevelopment #Healthcare
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- Florida Amendment 3: Projected Impact on Martin County #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:45
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- Sarah Heard projects significant property tax revenue loss for Martin County if Amendment 3 passes. She estimates losses of $42 million in year one, $75 million in year two, and $170 million by year three, potentially impacting public safety funding. #TreasureCoast #MartinCounty #Amendment3 #PropertyTax #LocalGovernment
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- Indian Riverside Park
- Runtime
- 0:19
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- Take a peaceful walk through Indian Riverside Park on Florida's Treasure Coast. 🌿
From scenic waterfront views to beautiful birds and relaxing surroundings, it's a must-visit destination for nature lovers.
📍Indian Riverside Park | Martin County, Florida
#TreasureCoast #IndianRiversidePark #Florida #Nature #Shorts #ExploreFlorida #Travel #Wildlife #VisitFlorida
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- Mayor Martin: Soccer Stadium as Redevelopment Catalyst #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:42
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- Mayor Shannon M. Martin describes the proposed soccer stadium as a catalyst for future redevelopment in Port St. Lucie. She explains it will drive economic growth, attracting hotels and retail, and help create needed workforce housing. #TreasureCoast #PortStLucie #StLucieCounty #CityCommission #LocalElection
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- Dayne Oldenborg on Representing East Stuart, Youth Programs, and Zoning Concerns in Stuart
- Runtime
- 27:08
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- Dayne Oldenborg, a Stuart native and online content creator known as Yacht Papi Dayne for his street-legal "boat car," is running for the Group 5 seat on the Stuart City Commission. In this episode, he discusses what prompted him to run, his support for allowing backyard chickens with reasonable regulations, and his priorities around growth, the environment, and representing East Stuart.
Oldenborg also covers his proposal to expand youth access to water sports in East Stuart and his support for requiring public referendums on major park and land use decisions.
Find more local conversations from The Current by TreasureCoast.com at treasurecoast.com.
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- Althea Wiley Addresses Martin County Housing Issues #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:36
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- Althea Wiley, candidate for Martin County Board of County Commissioners District 2, highlights affordable housing as a critical issue. She noted the persistent challenge of residents being able to work in the county but unable to afford to live there. #TreasureCoast #Stuart #MartinCounty #CityCommission #LocalElection
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- Mayor Martin Highlights Port St. Lucie's Safety Record #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:59
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- Mayor Shannon M. Martin highlights Port St. Lucie's 13-year streak as Florida's safest city, attributing it to robust police resources. She championed the new police training facility to ensure officers receive timely, on-site training, improving community service. #TreasureCoast #PortStLucie #StLucieCounty #LocalElection #PublicSafety
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- Derreck Ogden on Stuart's Development Concerns #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:52
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- Derreck Ogden, a candidate for City of Stuart Commissioner, says his focus is on slow development and maintaining the city's character. He clarifies that his platform isn't about 'no zoning changes' or 'no growth,' but rather about stopping the encouragement and rubber-stamping of approvals. Ogden emphasizes preserving the rivers and highlights the environmental difference between water runoff on asphalt versus grass. #TreasureCoast #Stuart #MartinCounty #CityCommission #LocalElection
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- Derreck Ogden on Affordable Housing Concerns in Stuart #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:56
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- Derreck Ogden mentions his position that developers use the affordable housing banner to gain approvals, but post-construction, affordability is not enforced. He argued these properties often end up in out-of-state private equity portfolios, with no regard for Stuart's needs. #TreasureCoast #StuartFL #AffordableHousing #MartinCounty #Florida
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- Eric Strazzeri Runs for Mayor of Port St. Lucie #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:41
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- Eric Strazzeri, citing inspiration from the 9/11 attacks, states he joined the Army to defend rights and freedoms he believes are now being eroded. He contends politicians campaign with rhetoric but lack solutions, forgetting promises to small businesses, seniors, and veterans. Strazzeri is now running for Mayor of Port St. Lucie to bring integrity, accountability, and transparency to City Hall. #TreasureCoast #PortStLucie #StLucieCounty #LocalElection #CityHall
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- Port St. Lucie Plans Major Infrastructure Upgrades starting in 2029 #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:58
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- The Port St. Lucie City Council has identified key infrastructure priorities for 2029-2038, including widening St. Lucie West Boulevard to ease congestion and citywide road resurfacing. The plan also focuses on expanding sidewalks for better community connections and enhancing water quality and drainage systems. #TreasureCoast #PortStLucie #Infrastructure #UrbanPlanning #CommunityDevelopment
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- Sarah Heard on Growth, Water Quality, and 23 Years Serving Martin County
- Runtime
- 27:05
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
- Description
- Martin County Commissioner Sarah Heard on 23 years of growth management, water quality, and the tax referendum.
Heard, who has served on the Martin County Commission for 23 years and lived in the county for 37, is running for reelection to the District 4 seat. In this conversation, she discusses how growth pressures have changed since the pandemic, her position on the upcoming property tax referendum, and how the county's comprehensive plan guides development decisions.
Heard also covers Live Local Act developments underway in District 4, decades of work on Everglades restoration and water quality, the county's history with Brightline, and her vision for what Martin County could look like decades from now.
TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction 0:28 Sarah Heard's background and long-standing priorities 2:04 New growth challenges since the pandemic 3:13 Her position on the property tax referendum 4:45 What responsible growth means under the comprehensive pla...
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- Port St. Lucie Half-Cent Sales Tax Infrastructure Funding #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:43
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
- Description
- According to Port St. Lucie's finance department, the current half-cent sales tax, set to expire in 2028, is projected to generate approximately $45.8 million more over its remaining life. If approved by voters for another ten-year period, it could generate an estimated $173.9 million through 2038, funding infrastructure improvements. #TreasureCoast #PortStLucie #SalesTax #Infrastructure #PSL
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- Eric Strazzeri Discusses Changing Port St. Lucie's Government Structure #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:34
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
- Description
- Eric Strazzeri, candidate for Mayor of Port St. Lucie, argues for changes to the city's council-manager government structure. He points out that as Florida's 6th largest city, it's out of step with modern governance and needs to adapt from its 1961 origins. #TreasureCoast #PortStLucie #StLucieCounty #LocalElection #CityGovernment
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- Susan O'Rourke on Preserving Martin County's Environment #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:51
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
- Description
- Susan O'Rourke, candidate for Martin County Commission District 2, emphasized the ongoing need to focus on preserving water, ecosystems, and land. She highlighted Martin County's history of success in this area and the importance of continued relationship-building and communication with state and federal partners to maintain these gains. #TreasureCoast #MartinCounty #EnvironmentalPreservation #LakeOkeechobee #LocalPolitics
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- Steven Giordano Advocates for Transparency in Port St. Lucie Government #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:36
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- Steven Giordano, candidate for Mayor of Port Saint Lucie, stated that residents should have easy access to public information and criticized the current lack of transparency. He aims to create a local government that prioritizes citizens' access to data and budgets. #TreasureCoast #PortStLucie #StLucieCounty #LocalGovernment #Transparency
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- Christopher Collins Opposes AI Data Centers in Martin County #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:38
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- Christopher Collins stated he would not approve or vote for AI data centers in Martin County, viewing them as antithetical to the "Martin County difference." He cited concerns about repercussions, such as brown water supply and negative impacts on animal reproduction near existing data centers. #TreasureCoast #MartinCounty #DataCenters #LocalPolitics #District2
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- Fewer Hurricanes for Florida This Year? 🌀 El Niño Is Changing the For... #Shorts
- Runtime
- 0:32
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- A strengthening El Niño has Colorado State cutting its 2026 forecast to 9 named storms and 4 hurricanes - potentially Florida's quietest season since 2014. Forecasters caution the pattern isn't locked in yet. Full forecast breakdown + hurricane updates all season: https://treasurecoast.com/hurricanes
#HurricaneSeason #Florida #TreasureCoast
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- Fewer Hurricanes for Florida This Year? 🌀 El Niño Is Changing the Forecast
- Runtime
- 0:33
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- A strengthening El Niño has Colorado State cutting its 2026 forecast to 9 named storms and 4 hurricanes - potentially Florida's quietest season since 2014. Forecasters caution the pattern isn't locked in yet. Full forecast breakdown + hurricane updates all season: https://treasurecoast.com/hurricanes
#HurricaneSeason #Florida #TreasureCoast
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- Christopher Collins on Martin County Growth #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:43
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- Christopher Collins, candidate for Martin County Commission District 2, stated his platform focuses on slow growth, clean water, and low taxes. He aims to preserve the "Martin County difference" for future generations. #TreasureCoast #MartinCounty #SlowGrowth #LocalPolitics #Community
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- Althea Wiley Discusses Connecting with the Community #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:54
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- Althea Wiley, a candidate for Martin County Board of County Commissioners District 2, stated her involvement in the community began to bridge the gap between residents and local government. According to Wiley, she aimed to ensure people were informed and to highlight often unseen community members through her podcast, 'What's Going On: In Conversation with Althea'. #TreasureCoast #MartinCounty #FloridaPolitics #AltheaWiley #CommunityEngagement
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- Susan O'Rourke on Centralized Planning vs. Local Solutions #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:48
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- Susan O'Rourke argued that centralized planning isn't effective for solving local problems like affordable housing. She stated that regulations increase costs, while good-paying jobs increase income, impacting a resident's ability to afford a home without strain. #TreasureCoast #MartinCounty #AffordableHousing #StuartFlorida #FloridaPolitics
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- Mayor Shannon Martin Discusses Infrastructure, Budget, and Projects Shaping Port St. Lucie
- Runtime
- 33:13
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- Port St. Lucie Mayor Shannon Martin on growth, infrastructure, and how the city budget works.
Martin, who has served as mayor for the past five years and on the city council since 2010, joins the show for a third time to discuss how the city's priorities have shifted amid rapid population growth. She covers upcoming road and intersection projects, economic development around Walton Road and US 1, and the city's approach to public safety technology.
Martin also explains how the city budget works, including how capital project costs are reported and the difference between the city's reserve funds and its investment portfolio, and shares her vision for the city's next several years.
TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction 0:31 Shannon Martin's background and role as mayor 2:18 How her priorities have evolved with rapid growth 4:44 Growth, platted lots, and legal limits on development 8:11 Upcoming road and intersection projects 10:29 Economic development at Wal...
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- Traffic Engineer O'Rourke on Traffic and Road Solutions #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:54
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- Susan O'Rourke, a local retired traffic engineer running for Martin County Commission, stated that many of the development concerns stem from traffic issues. She highlighted her life's work in solving traffic problems and proposed bringing cost-saving and planning-level solutions to the commission. #TreasureCoast #MartinCounty #Traffic #Development
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- Development Proposals for Martin County Agricultural Land #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:51
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
- Description
- Christopher Collins stated that agricultural land, like Newfield in Palm City, is now seeing massive development proposals. Once approved years ago, Newfield is transitioning to a dense new city with mixed-use apartments and commercial spaces, expecting 10,000-12,000 residents where cows once roamed. #TreasureCoast #Newfield #PalmCity #MartinCountyFL #StuartFL
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- This Florida park is named after a 1696 shipwreck survivor ⛵ 11,500 a...
- Runtime
- 0:16
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
- Description
- This Florida park is named after a 1696 shipwreck survivor ⛵ 11,500 acres, a "mountain," and the state's first Wild & Scenic River. 📍 Jonathan Dickinson State Park, Hobe Sound
#FloridaStateParks #TreasureCoast #HobeSound #FloridaCheck #HiddenFlorida
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- Affordable Housing Crisis: Solutions for Families #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:53
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
- Description
- Bernard Taylor noted the significant increase in housing costs since he first rented an apartment on the Treasure Coast for $700 a month. He proposeds limiting corporate home purchases and implementing a right of first refusal for a year, allowing individuals and families to buy homes before corporations can. #TreasureCoast #HousingCrisis #RealEstate #StLucieCounty #BernardTaylor #MartinCountyFL
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- Derreck Ogden Lays Out His First 100 Days Plan for Stuart City Commission
- Runtime
- 28:37
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
- Description
- Derreck Ogden talks slow growth, the Sailfish Park ballfields, and government transparency in his run for Stuart City Commissioner.
Derreck Ogden, a small business owner and single father running for Stuart City Commissioner Group 3, joins The Current to talk about what's driving his campaign. He explains his stance on slow growth, why he opposes selling or leasing city land like the Sailfish Park ballfields without a public vote, and how he sees the Brightline station conversation connecting to development pressure in East Stuart.
Ogden breaks down his First 100 Days plan, built around protection, leadership, ownership, and transparency, including a proposal to make commissioner emails searchable online and require commissioners to log meetings with developers. He discusses the limits of current affordable housing rules, the loss of commercial land to multifamily housing, and what he thinks Stuart needs to keep its small businesses alive.
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- Port St. Lucie Soccer Stadium Deal & City Finances #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:58
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
- Description
- Anthony Bonna, Port St. Lucie District 3 Councilman, stated there's no scenario where a soccer team's failure would result in taxpayer debt. He outlined possibilities ranging from a successful stadium operation generating economic benefits to the city acquiring an $80 million facility if the team departs. #TreasureCoast #PortStLucie #SoccerStadium #PSL #StLucieCounty
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- Steven Giordano Proposes Homeless Shelter, More City Programs #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:38
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
- Description
- Steven Giordano, running for Mayor of Port Saint Lucie, stated his commitment to building the city's first homeless shelter focused on rehabilitation and reintegration. He also emphasized the need for expanded youth programs, improved infrastructure like sidewalks and lighting, and better public transportation services, particularly on weekends, arguing residents should receive 'Palm Beach living' services with their taxes. #TreasureCoast #PortSaintLucie #PSL #Florida #StLucieCounty
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- Boat Ramp Fees for Non-Martin County Residents? #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:43
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- According to John Dial, non-residents using Martin County boat ramps should expect to pay a fee. He argued this prevents outsiders from utilizing local resources without contributing, impacting residents' access. #TreasureCoast #MartinCounty #StuartFL #Florida #JensenBeach #HobeSound
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- Local Engineer Susan O'Rourke on Traffic, Transit, and Serving Martin County
- Runtime
- 37:48
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- Martin County Commission candidate Susan O'Rourke on traffic engineering, affordable housing, transit options, water quality, and more.
O'Rourke, a longtime engineer and Martin County resident, is running for the District 2 seat on the Martin County Commission. In this conversation, she discusses her background running her own engineering firm, what prompted her to enter the race, and her priorities around water quality, affordability, and road safety.
O'Rourke also covers her ideas for improving public transit, including her support for bringing Brightline to Stuart, her approach to affordable housing options like accessory dwelling units, and how she is addressing a residency question raised during the campaign.
TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction 0:28 Susan O'Rourke's background and family 3:13 What prompted her to run for county commission 7:25 Her top priorities: water quality, affordability, and local control 15:51 Traffic engineering, transit, and...
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- US Leads China in Data Centers by 4,500 Units #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:55
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- Bernard Taylor stated the US has over 5,500 data centers, significantly more than China's approximately 490. He pointed to this 4,500 data center advantage as a reason to take a break and analyze data center externalities. #TreasureCoast #DataCentersUSA #TechInfrastructure #ChinaTech #USvsChina
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- John Dial Proposes New Voter Engagement System for Martin County #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:50
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- John Dial suggested creating a Change.org-like system for voter engagement. According to Dial, this system would allow residents to opt into email notifications about upcoming county agenda items when registering to vote, enabling them to submit comments electronically to commissioners. #TreasureCoast #MartinCounty #StuartFL #JensenBeach #JohnDial
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- John Dial Uses Alan Jackson Song for Campaign #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:44
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- John Dial, a candidate for Martin County Commissioner District 4, has received authorization from country singer Alan Jackson to use his song "The Little Man" as a campaign song. Dial stated the song's theme of local individuals being pushed out by large developments perfectly aligns with his campaign message. #TreasureCoast #MartinCounty #JohnDial #StuartFL #JensenBeach
