Residents talk property tax at Niceville town hall
Niceville residents gathered Monday for a town hall on Gov. Ron DeSantis’ proposed property tax amendment, where City Manager David Deitch explained how potential revenue losses could affect city services, fees and taxes. Residents questioned the city’s projections and discussed possible impacts before the 2026 ballot measure.
This could ‘destroy the state of Florida’: What would DeSantis’ property tax cut mean for citizens?
On Nov. 3, Floridians will head to the polls and vote on a proposal that would drastically reduce property taxes for homeowners. This “Joint Resolution” would increase the Florida homestead exemption — the portion of a home’s value that isn’t taxed — to $250,000 over two years. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis spearheaded the “Save Our […]
City Manager secures lease agreement for Twin Oaks Park
After years of discussion, the Niceville City Council unanimously approved a resolution to execute a 30-year lease agreement with the U.S. Department of Air Force for the Twin Oaks Park Mullet Festival Site at Tuesday’s meeting. City Manager David Deitch said he’d been negotiating with Eglin Air Force Base, which owns the land, for “almost […]
Niceville, FPL Ink New 30‑Year Electric Franchise: Here’s What Each Side Gets
Niceville has inked a new 30-year deal with Florida Power and Light. Here’s what the taxpayer gets in exchange for working with the energy giant.
Military money for a new fire station in Niceville’s Deer Moss Creek?
Could the city of Niceville get money for a new fire station in Deer Moss Creek from the United States military? Here’s the plan to make it happen:
Breakthrough Tax Relief or Risky Gamble?
Florida voters could soon decide whether to eliminate most property taxes on homesteaded homes, a proposal that could save homeowners money but cost local governments billions in lost revenue.
This is What Niceville Will Build With Your Tax Money In The Next Five Years:
Niceville City Council greenlights a multi-million dollar capital projects plan, secures nearly half a million in grants, allocates more funding for the “Miracle League” park, and passes a new E-Bike safety ordinance.
Niceville City Council Talks Purple Pipes and Special Needs Parks Cost Increases
Niceville City Council faces down increased costs for the special needs park while moving forward with a ‘purple piping’ reclaimed water project slated for completion on the east side of town by late 2026.
Niceville Fire Department Prepares for the Future Under New Chief
Step into the smoke-filled world of the Niceville Fire Department as they battle smoke, fire and other threats while they forge crucial partnerships to protect their growing community.
Niceville Responds to First Amendment Audit
Niceville’s City Council addresses a new trespass ordinance, the impact of school zone cameras, and ongoing infrastructure projects in their October meeting.
