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   "summary": "The Board will hold a public hearing on an ordinance granting an ad valorem tax exemption for Project Normandy. The consent agenda includes airport lease renewals and design contracts, ad valorem tax exemptions for Project Hawk and XP Aerospace, a proposed 6.97% increase in fire special assessment fees in the Dorcas Fire District, and multiple road and infrastructure projects. Department business includes expanding the Community Paramedicine Program with opioid relief funds and approving expenditure plans for opioid settlement funds.",
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   "headline": "TDC to vote on FY 2027 budget and public safety reimbursements",
   "summary": "The Tourist Development Council will consider approving the FY 2027 proposed budget, which includes funding for Destin beach operations, Fort Walton Beach athletic complex debt, and Laurel Hill road analysis. They will also vote on public safety reimbursements totaling over $686,000 for beach safety, sheriff, and Destin Fire for Feb–Apr 2026, as well as a contract renewal with Aramark, a UK travel proposal, and a vessel contract with Morgan Marine. Information items include financial updates, a film report, and quarterly performance metrics.",
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   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)",
   "headline": "Public hearing authorized for Project Normandy ad valorem tax exemption",
   "summary": "The Board will hold public hearings on the Bluewater Bay MSBU annual assessment and vacation of a portion of Nottingham Way. Consent agenda items include approvals for employee awards, a proclamation for Temple Beth Shalom's 40th anniversary, various contracts and change orders, including a $769,337.56 deduct change order for the Tax Collector's Office. The Board will also consider a resolution supporting Florida Forever acquisition of land adjacent to Blackwater River State Forest and a transit division update.",
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   "source": "https://okaloosacountyfl.iqm2.com/Citizens/Detail_Meeting.aspx?ID=1992"
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   "date": "2026-05-05",
   "body": "Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)",
   "headline": "Commissioners to vote on opioid settlement with six defendants",
   "summary": "The board will consider approving a settlement agreement with six remnant defendants in the county's opioid litigation, along with public hearings on two subdivision conceptual master plans (River Park and Millwood Ranch). The consent agenda includes 26 items, such as airport apron grants, a roof replacement contract, and several proclamations. Department business covers an updated agreement for the SS United States artificial reef project and a donation for a 'Charters of Freedom' display.",
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   "date": "2026-04-21",
   "body": "Board of County Commissioners - Budget Policy Workshop",
   "headline": "Board discusses FY2027 budget policy and potential property tax impacts",
   "summary": "The Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to review policy topics for the FY2027 budget, including millage rates, employee compensation, and the potential impact of state property tax reform legislation.",
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   "date": "2026-04-21",
   "body": "Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (South)",
   "headline": "County considers $3 million Shalimar waterfront redevelopment interlocal agreement",
   "summary": "The Board will hold public hearings on two lift station replacement projects totaling $2.24 million and a right-of-way vacation. The consent agenda includes over two dozen items such as opioid settlement fund allocation, derelict vessel removal contracts, and a proclamation. Department business features a $3 million interlocal agreement with Shalimar for waterfront redevelopment and a property exchange with Fort Walton Beach. Commissioners will also receive the annual financial report and discuss a state park property update.",
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   "source": "https://okaloosacountyfl.iqm2.com/Citizens/Detail_Meeting.aspx?ID=1989"
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   "date": "2026-04-07",
   "body": "Board of County Commissioners - Regular Meeting (North)",
   "headline": "Public hearing on revisions to towing regulations and fee schedule",
   "summary": "The board will hold a public hearing to consider revisions to Article VI of Chapter 12 of the County Code regulating towing and the associated fee schedule. They will also vote on consent agenda items including employee recognition, proclamations, contract awards, and budget resolutions. Department business includes a proposal to purchase three vacant lots in downtown Crestview for $105,000, an agreement for public rescue tubes at beach parks, and a $50,000 MOU for dive safety and artificial reef initiatives. Additionally, the board will discuss traffic enforcement cameras on county rights-of-way.",
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