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Tax Payer Angered Over Fee To Use New Sports Complex

2010-03-08T22:58:00Z

Topic emailed:

We were called and informed that we would have to pay to watch our kids play at the new fields. $1 per person so I have to pay $40 to sign my kid up I also have to then pay $4 per game to watch with my family? How cheap can the county be? It was bad enough when they would not lime the fields often enough last year and then did not want us to practice on them.

Taylor County Among Least Healthy in Florida

2010-02-18T12:26:00Z

The Mobilizing Action Toward Community Health (MATCH) project is a collaboration between the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute. The project has released its 2010 County Health Rankings, and our own county hasn't fared so well.

TCSD Employee Accountability

2010-02-14T19:26:00Z

'Looking out for our children' starts the following:

Why isn't our School Superintendent looking out for our children's welfare more?

Who is managing the Coaching and fairness? This is a topic which should be discussed; "as to who chooses who is to mentor our kids"?

Three Incumbents Seek Re-Election

2010-02-03T00:05:00Z

Three incumbents have announced their intention to seek another term. Those running are County Commissioner Rudolph Parker (D), District 4; Mark Southerland (NP), School Board District 1 and Brenda Carlton (NP), School Board District 2.

Student Caught with Gun on TCHS Campus

2010-01-23T02:15:00Z

This issue has been alluded to in other discussions here, and probably warrants its own topic.

In November, a student was caught with a gun on campus at Taylor County High School.

County Hiring Practices

2009-12-28T01:39:00Z

This topic was raised to me via email and I have been discussing this with the individual for a few days trying to get enough information to maybe make this a thinking discussion since I don't keep up with County openings, instead of it being completely about negativity towards administration. As always, though, your comments are welcome regardless of the direction. This will be a little lengthy as I have incorporated my thoughts in with their comments.

Poverty Level In Taylor County

2009-12-12T01:49:00Z

Suggested topic:

I would like to have a discussion/conversation with others about the census data for our county such as the 22.9% of families living at or below the poverty level in Taylor County. One fourth of the population is approximately 5,000 people living in abject poverty.

Comparison: TCSO K-9 Team & PPD K-9 Team

2009-12-07T23:42:00Z

Topic suggested:

I would like opinions comparing the PPD K-9 teams and the TCSO K-9 team's performance and general public opinion of the respective programs.

Local Cost Of Services

2009-12-07T23:32:00Z

Topic suggested:

How about the high cost of services here in Perry. I have to pay $49.99 for DSL yet some places pay $19 for the same level.

The Local Newspaper: Fair and Balanced?

2009-11-17T22:33:00Z

Running a small-town newspaper like the Taco Times / Perry News-Herald is undoubtedly a challenge. It's hard work, there's not much money to be made, and someone's always going to be unhappy with its coverage.

Doctors Memorial Hospital - Part 5

2009-11-16T03:59:00Z

The DMH Board of Directors have again changed directions on management of our hospital.

USER NOTICE

2009-11-13T02:16:00Z

Regarding posts.

Suggestions On Topics

2009-11-10T23:02:00Z

Free Classifieds and Announcements.

2009-11-10T19:02:00Z

This is a trial to see how it goes. Please use this area to advertise items for sale or local announcements like Yard Sales, gatherings, events, etc., for free. Whatever contact information you provide is completely your decision and TaylorCountyTalk is in no way responsible. Also, TaylorCountyTalk is in no way providing any guarantee or support for any listing or products, as the discussions and sale will be conducted outside this site between two private parties. We are in no way guaranteeing any listing or post regarding anything as to the accuracy or content. I am simply providing a place that you don't have to pay to list, so please do not attempt to ask questions or discuss anything regarding listings of products for sale as they will not be posted. You are more than welcome to ask questions regarding informational listings and to discuss them here for clarification.

At the point you no longer need the listing, just post a comment asking for removal and I will take care of it Thanks.

Doctors Memorial Hospital - Part 4

2009-11-07T20:23:00Z

Since the county took over control of DMH following the departure by Crest Management in '93 there has been a multitude of physicians that have came and went.

Another Sunken SO Airboat?

2009-11-02T01:17:00Z

Topic emailed:

So when is the public going to find out that the captain over investigations (R. R.) and his newly promoted follower (Lt. M. N.) went to pick up the new airboat from the factory and SUNK it.

Doctors Memorial Hospital - Part 3

2009-11-01T17:18:00Z

The County Commission keeps the public informed by posting it's meeting dates & location, agendas, minutes and supporting documentation on their web site prior to each meeting thereby inviting public input and participation in the decision making process. If you will recall just last year, following pressure from the Commission, DMH agreed to amend it's bylaws and henceforth operate under the Sunshine Statute. With the recent infusion of millions in tax revenue into DMH the following questions are put forth:

Doctors Memorial Hospital - Part 2 - !UPDATE 10/29/09!

2009-10-24T00:09:00Z

Just recently the Doctors Memorial Hospital (DMH) Board of Directors decided to hire yet another CEO to manage the hospital rather than reach a management agreement with Tallahasse Memorial Hospital (TMH).

Doctors Memorial Hospital - Part 1

2009-10-18T17:09:00Z

A new modern facility with a history of management and monetary problems. What solutions are available for the betterment of health care in Taylor County? Each week I will post a specific question or comment for discussion concerning our hospital.

Current Teacher Contract Negotiations Update

2009-10-16T14:22:00Z

Below is a copy of a letter from TEA President sent to teachers regarding current contract negotiations. This was emailed to me last night.