Walton Commission decides on parking, vending at Eastern Lake
The Walton County Commission has made a decision about the future of parking, beach access and vending at Eastern Lake.
Walton County Commission deadlock on tourism leadership continues
The Walton County Commission once again failed to agree on whether to bring back an Executive Director of Tourism — a $400,000 position overseeing one of the county’s biggest industries.
Here’s what happened, who pushed for change, and what it means for the future of the $60 million tourism department.
Tee’d Off With the Potential PGA Event – BCC Says “Not Now!”
Walton County commissioners have teed off a potential PGA Tour event, unanimously voting against a sponsorship proposal that sparked months of intense debate and divided the community.
‘Mudslinging’ Says Mayor, Defuniak Council Spars Over CRA
Amidst internal tensions and a failed attempt to abolish the Community Redevelopment Agency, DeFuniak Springs City Council grapples with its strategic role in urban revitalization, property abatements, and addressing key leadership vacancies
From Mosquito Control to Managing Noise Levels – Freeport Council is Managing Growth
The Freeport City Council approved a new polling location at the Freeport Community Center, recognized outstanding city employees, discussed mosquito control improvements, and reviewed a proposed ordinance to limit construction noise.
After Four Years and A Six Hour Meeting, Walton County Has An Attorney
Walton County’s split-vote approval of a $600K contract for attorney Clay Adkinson has raised concerns over pay, conflicts of interest, and the transparency of the hiring process.
Walton County to vote on $50K-a-month contract for county attorney
Walton County will decide tomorrow whether or not to pay thier longtime interim County Attorney Clay Adkinson $600,000 a year and require a supermajority vote to fire him in the future.
‘People Are Screaming:’ New Florida Law Sows Chaos For Local Governments Land Development
DeFuniak Springs forges ahead with a major rewrite of its Land Development Code, navigating new state legislation that could delay its stricter regulations for years.
‘There Is No Conflict:’ Walton Commission Votes On New Administrator, Debates Permanent Attorney.
With key leadership roles filled and conflict-of-interest concerns swirling, Walton County’s government just took another sharp turn in its ongoing saga of political shakeups.
Walton Commissioner Drake to PGA: No Contract, No Deal
Walton County leaders are holding the line on a proposed PGA Tour event until they see a formal contract with clear terms and contingencies.
