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Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Business
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North Port voters to decide five referendum questions on May 13
NORTH PORT – North Port residents will go to the polls May 13 to decide five referendum questions – four of which involve the city's ability to borrow money. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. May 13. For election day, any in–person voting must be done at the assigned polling location. Sarasota County Supervisor of Elections Ron Turner urged people to double check their polling place online at The Supervisor of Elections noted one polling place change: Precinct 541 will vote for this election at Colonial Baptist Church, 2400 Taylor Ranch Trail, Venice. The five questions on the ballot include two city charter changes and three questions seeking permission to finance new projects – the largest of which is a proposed new headquarters for North Port Police. An information webpage at includes the ballot language for all five referendum questions and more details. Statewide, all bonds backed by property taxes must be first approved voters but North Port is the only known municipality in Florida that does not have the ability to borrow funds for emergency response or for projects backed by other financial means. General Development Corp. created that provision 65 years ago, when the city was incorporated as North Port Charlotte in 1959. One of the charter amendment votes would allow the city of North Port to borrow funds to respond to state and federally declared disasters. Current restrictions prevented North Port from participating in some state or federal low-interest loan programs following Hurricane Ian. The other charter amendment question would allow the city clerk and city attorney to live outside of the city limits. The three other funding questions involve the city's ability to issue bonds for three different capital projects: the new police station, a new solid waste transfer station and water and sewer improvements. A 'yes' vote on question 3 would allow the city to sell up to $115 million in general obligation bonds to build a new 108,000 square-foot police station that would accommodate the city's needs through 2065, with a current projected price tag of $122.7 million. General obligation bonds are paid for out of property tax revenue. The current North Port property tax rate is 3.7667 mills. One mill is equal to $1 for every $1,000 of taxable property value. To finance the $115 million bond, an additional 0.618 mills would be assessed through the actual hit for individual taxpayers would be reduced as the city grows. Bonds to pay for the two other projects – a new solid waste transfer station and a new 30-inch pipeline from the wastewater treatment facility that would transport reclaimed water to a deep injection well for storage – would be financed through existing district fees and not property taxes. Early voting was held May 5-10, with 2,122 voters casting ballots. When combined with 6,004 mail-in ballots already received, that means 13.3% of North Port's 61,020 registered voters have weighed in on the five questions so far. This article originally appeared on Sarasota Herald-Tribune: North Port voters will determine five ballot questions May 13
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Politics
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Vote-by-mail deadline for May 13 North Port special election is May 1
NORTH PORT – North Port voters who want a vote-by-mail ballot for the May 13 special election have until 5 p.m., May 1 to request one. 'Most vote-by-mail voters know that by law they must renew their request each general election cycle, or every two years,' Sarasota County Supervisor of Elections Ron Turner said in a prepared statement, citing the upcoming deadline. Voters may submit a vote-by-mail request online at the vote-by-mail section of in person at any elections office or by phone at 941-861-8618. When returning their mail ballots, voters may mail them back to the elections office using one Forever stamp or $0.73 postage. Voters may also return their ballots in person during early voting, May 5-10, or during regular business hours at the North Port elections office. Hours of operation and location details can be found at For the May 13th special election, voters will find five referendum questions on the ballot but no candidate races. Turner urges North Port voters to use their sample ballot to research the questions in advance. Sample ballots were mailed to voter households in April and are available now by accessing the Sample Ballot tool at For more information or assistance, call the elections office at 941-861-8618 or visit This article originally appeared on Sarasota Herald-Tribune: North Port voters must ask May 13 vote-by-mail ballot by May 1
Yahoo
05-03-2025
- Politics
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Sarasota County opens applications for 2026 mail-in ballots
Sarasota County has begun accepting vote-by-mail ballot requests for the 2026 midterm elections, the Supervisor of Elections has announced. 'This law has been in place for a few years now and my hope is that voters recognize that if they want to vote by mail, they need to renew after each general election cycle,' Elections Supervisor Ron Turner said in a statement. 'The good news is that a voter can easily submit a new request that will last through the end of 2026.' The elections office said it mailed over 105,000 renewal notices to those who voted by mail in 2024. In 2026, U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody will look to defend her Florida seat after she was appointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis to replace Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Floridians will also elect a new Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Chief Financial Officer (CFO), and Agriculture Commissioner. State Sen. Joe Gruthers, a Sarasota Republican, has already announced his election campaign to be Florida's next CFO, and has secured a vital endorsement from President Donald Trump. In Sarasota County, Commissioners Joe Neunder (District 2) and Mark Smith (District 4) will be up for reelection. Three seats on the Sarasota County School Board will be up for grabs. There will be five contested seats each for the County Charter Review and Sarasota Memorial Hospital Boards; two seats on the Sarasota City Commission, currently occupied by Vice Mayor Debbie Trice and Commissioner Jen Ahearn-Koch; two seats on the North Port City Commission, currently held by Mayor Phil Stokes and Vice Mayor Pete Emrich; and five seats on the Venice City Council. Overall voter turnout in Sarasota County for the November 2024 elections was a notch about 84% − the highest rate since 1992. Interested voters can request a mail-in ballot elections office, over the phone (941-861-8618) or online at Christian Casale covers local government for the Sarasota Herald-Tribune. Email him at ccasale@ or christiancasale@ This article originally appeared on Sarasota Herald-Tribune: Sarasotans can get a head start on 2026 absentee ballots
Associated Press
26-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
New Instrumental Single Release: 100% Blues Instrumental
Featuring the Resonator Guitar, with Guitar, Saxophone, and Steel Guitar solos CALIMESA, CA, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2025 / / -- Ron Turner, a renowned blues artist, has announced the release of his latest single '100% Blues'. The instrumental track, which showcases Turner's exceptional guitar skills, is set to captivate blues enthusiasts and music lovers alike. With over two decades of experience in the music industry, Ron Turner has established himself as a prominent figure in the blues scene. His unique blend of traditional blues with modern elements has earned him a loyal fan base and critical acclaim. Turner's previous releases have been praised for their soulful melodies and powerful lyrics, and '100% Blues' is no exception. The new single, which is now available on all major streaming platforms, is a testament to Turner's mastery of the blues genre. The track features a mesmerizing guitar solo that is sure to leave listeners in awe. Turner's raw and emotive playing style, combined with the smooth production, creates a truly immersive listening experience. '100% Blues' is a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the beauty and depth of blues music. In a recent interview, Ron Turner shared his thoughts on the new single, saying, 'I am thrilled to release '100% Blues' and share my love for this genre with the world. This track is a tribute to the roots of blues music and the artists who have inspired me throughout my career. I hope it resonates with listeners and brings them joy and comfort during these challenging times.' '100% Blues' is a testament to Ron Turner's talent and passion for blues music. With its captivating melodies and soul-stirring resonator guitar solo, the single is a must-add to any blues lover's playlist. Fans can stay updated on Ron Turner's music and future releases by following him on social media and streaming '100% Blues' now. Ron Turner Legal Disclaimer:
