Coral Springs getting set for Facebook debut after state gives its OK — South Florida Sun-Sentinel.com
Local governments’ adoption and use of new technologies is refreshing and commendable, but there will be growing pains in many areas, including the Florida’s Sunshine and Public Records laws. CORAL SPRINGS – There are still some technicalities to work out, but after a nod from the Florida Attorney General's Office, the city plans to debut … Read more
Do Florida's Sunshine laws cover texting? — OrlandoSentinel.com
Text messaging is an everyday habit for many, but if public officials use it to talk about public business, they could be violating the law. One area city commission has this solution: a ban on texting during public meetings. Deltona officials recently barred themselves from texting during meetings to avoid the chance that hand-held devices … Read more
Local Governments Using Kelo to Condemn Property Despite State Law
You’ll recall that when the new, broader standard for government takings came down in Kelo v. City of New London, states rapidly passed legislation limiting such takings (see a map of how states dealt with Kelo here). More than forty states passed laws excluding the term “economic development” from the reasons government may take a … Read more
City liable for crash caused by police officer
The following excerpts from the April 24, 2009 edition of the Clarion Ledger serve as an example of how law enforcement officer can subject municipalities to civil liability, the fact that cities and counties enjoy sovereign immunity and thus caps on the amount of damages they must pay when liable, and the benefits of a … Read more
