Niceville Tax Increase Proposal – Here’s the Latest:

The City of Niceville’s staff proposed an increase in property tax of 0.3 mills – or about $200 on the average house in the city per year.

But, if Tuesday (16 August) night’s budget hearing indicates anything – that increase may likely see a reduction.

Hate Mid-Bay Bridge Tolls? This Elected Official Has The Plan to End Them.

Recently, according to Commissioner Boyles, the Mid-Bay Bridge Authority (more info below on who they are) spent more than $10 million on repairs, although the bridge is less than 30 years old.

Residents expressed frustration that they are still paying tolls despite the amount of time that has passed since the completion of construction.

β€œIf it was my house, it would be paid off by now,” Boyles said ruefully to the citizens.

Mid Bay News

A drone view of the activity on Boggy Bayou before the annual fireworks festival put on every year by the cities of Niceville  and Valparaiso.