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Friends,
I am excited today to tell you about the launch of the Florida Next Foundation.
The name really says it all — what’s next for Florida?
How do we get from where we are now to where we need to be?
How do we ensure that the future for our next generation of Floridians is as prosperous as the one we remember?
Dear Floridian:
This is my last email message as your CFO. Four years ago you elected me to an office which was very new and virtually unknown to most citizens. It has been my distinct privilege to serve you for these last four years.
In addition to overseeing Department of Financial Services (DFS), as CFO, I served as one of four statewide elected officials on the Florida Cabinet which is jointly responsible for more than a dozen state agencies. I was honored to serve with Governor Charlie Crist, Attorney General Bill McCollum and Agriculture Commissioner Charles Bronson, where we worked collaboratively on many major state issues, from preservation of lands for environmental protection to the recent BP oil spill crisis, putting politics aside to achieve the best result for the people of our state.
Dear Friend:
Season’s greetings!
I wanted to wish you a very happy holiday, and share our family’s holiday card with you and yours.
The season offers us a wonderful opportunity to celebrate life’s blessings and serves as an important reminder of what brings us together as Floridians. As 2010 draws to a close, I am reflecting on the blessings in my life, and thinking about how together we can all do our part to make our state a better place to live.
As part of this reflection, I’ve dedicated the last few e-newsletters I send weekly as Florida’s CFO to highlighting the accomplishments of our dedicated team, many of the reforms we were able to make these last four years, and some of the work left to be done. If you have a moment, I encourage you to take a look!
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TALLAHASSEE – Florida CFO Alex Sink today released a new analysis showing that possible legislation shielding Medicaid providers from lawsuits for negligent acts could cost Florida’s taxpayers an estimated $69 million per year. The analysis, which was sent with a cover letter by CFO Sink to Senate and House Leaders today, was requested by Sink after the Florida Legislature indicated its intent to extend sovereign immunity to Medicaid providers.
“The results of the analysis are startling,” CFO Sink wrote. “Most importantly, the report estimated that depending on how the bill is drafted, extending sovereign immunity to Medicaid providers could cost the taxpayers of Florida approximately $69 million per year. … Continue Reading
TALLAHASSEE – Florida CFO Alex Sink late yesterday sent a letter to President Barack Obama urging his intervention to improve the claims process for Floridians who were negatively impacted by the BP oil spill and highlighting the concerns she and Attorney General McCollum brought up to Claims Administrator Feinberg about the process. CFO Sink’s call for intervention into the claims process was sent as the Obama Administration announced they were suing BP and others for violating environmental laws and seeking economic damages under the Clean Water Act. … Continue Reading
TALLAHASSEE – Florida CFO Alex Sink and Attorney General Bill McCollum today called again on Claims Administrator Kenneth Feinberg to improve the claims process for Floridians impacted by the BP oil spill. The Florida Cabinet members noted that of the over 150,000 claims filed by Floridians, only 40 percent have been paid, and that the recently released Protocols for Interim and Final Claims could potentially make it even more difficult for impacted Floridians to be compensated for their losses.
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CFO Sink to Share Administration Accomplishments and Look Ahead to Issues That Still Need to Be Addressed
TALLAHASSEE – Florida CFO Alex Sink will host a “pen & pad” session this Thursday, December 16, to discuss accomplishments realized during her tenure as Florida’s Chief Financial Officer and ongoing issues that she hopes will be addressed by the incoming CFO and Cabinet.
DATE: THURSDAY, December 16, 2010
TIME: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
LOCATION: CFO Conference Room
PL-11, The Capitol
Tallahassee, FL 32399
***Please contact the CFO Press Office for call-In information***
Over the past four years, CFO Sink has used her business experience to run government more efficiently and effectively. In her role overseeing the Department of Financial Services and as a statewide elected officer of the Florida Cabinet, CFO Sink and her team at the Department have implemented a number of initiatives to crack down on fraud, reduce wasteful spending, and protect Florida’s consumers. Many of these accomplishments have been highlighted in the latest two versions of Sink’s weekly e-newsletter, eViews, found here: http://www.myfloridacfo.com/PressOffice/Newsletter/ and http://www.myfloridacfo.com/pressoffice/newsletter/2010/120310/December_0310.htm.
Governor Charlie Crist today during a meeting of the Florida Board of Executive Clemency requested a pardon for James Douglas “Jim” Morrison. The pardon was approved unanimously by the clemency board, which consists of the Governor and the Florida Cabinet. Governor Crist, Attorney General Bill McCollum, Chief Financial Officer Alex Sink and Agriculture Commissioner Charles Bronson all voted for the measure. … Continue Reading
TALLAHASSEE – Florida CFO Alex Sink today released the following statement in remembrance of the December 7, 1941, attacks on Pearl Harbor:
“Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day is a reminder that we must always be thankful for the sacrifices of our military and the brave history of those who have fought for our freedom. I urge Floridians to take today to honor our greatest generation, including those who lost their lives at Pearl Harbor, and the brave men and women currently fighting abroad in Iraq and Afghanistan. All of our veterans and troops deserve our utmost respect and gratitude for their tremendous bravery and service.”
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TALLAHASSEE – Florida CFO Alex Sink today asked state employees to sign up to receive their W-2 forms electronically, which could save Florida taxpayers $75,000 annually if all state employees participated. CFO Sink also highlighted conveniences for employees with electronic W-2s, including earlier access to the form and eliminating the risk of the form being lost or misplaced. … Continue Reading
TALLAHASSEE — Florida CFO Alex Sink today commended the Florida Legislature for making available federal funding for energy rebates promised to Floridians who spent their own resources to install energy conservation technologies in their homes and businesses. … Continue Reading
TALLAHASSEE— Florida CFO Alex Sink today blasted the Florida Legislature for backing down from their previously unanimous support of HB 5603, a bill that would save Florida taxpayers millions by addressing the rising costs of workers’ compensation claims in the state risk management program, and limit the cost of repackaged medications which have increased the costs of prescription drugs. … Continue Reading
TALLAHASSEE – Florida CFO Alex Sink today announced that the ‘Florida Vets Connect’ initiative, designed to better recognize Florida’s veterans and provide them with information about the benefits they may be entitled to through their brave service to our country, has already contacted nearly 30,000 Florida veterans. … Continue Reading
TALLAHASSEE— Florida CFO Alex Sink today called on the Florida Legislature to override Governor Charlie Crist’s veto of her risk management legislation (HB 5603) during the upcoming special session. The legislation addresses the rising costs of workers’ compensation claims in the state risk management program, and passed the Florida Legislature unanimously.
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It’s 7 AM. I’ve never sent you an email this early. But today is different. It’s Election Day.
As of this moment, polls across the state are open, and today, millions of Floridians will be voting.
Three polls yesterday showed Alex in the lead. But it’s all going to come down to leaving no stone unturned and making sure everyone goes to the polls today.
Every polling location in Florida is mapped out on our website — so you, your family and friends can all find your polling locations in one place. We’ll even provide directions there for you.
Find your polling location and vote today.
Please take a minute right now and forward this message to everyone you know to make sure they know where they can vote.
This election will come down to the wire. It’s up to us to get everyone to vote — too much is at stake for Florida.
It’s about turning around our economy, creating jobs, and having an accountable state government.
Thank you for all that you’re doing for Florida.
Now let’s win this thing!
Jim Cassady
Campaign Manager
This is it — the last day the campaign can accept contributions. Just this morning, Quinnipiac released a poll showing Alex up 45-41. We’ve got to keep this momentum going.
We’re more than halfway to our $50,000 Get Out the Vote goal for the final five days.
We still need to fund $12,000 worth of GOTV radio and a $5,000 program to drive everyone from seniors to college students to the polls. Will you contribute now to make sure we can put these plans into place? Go to:
www.alexsink2010.com/finalpush
Remember Florida’s future is at stake!
Thanks,
Jim Cassady
Campaign Manager
TALLAHASSEE – Florida CFO Alex Sink today applauded the Florida Cabinet’s unanimous vote on the appointment of Cassandra Jenkins to the Florida Parole Commission. Jenkins’ appointment is effective January 5, 2011, and she will serve in that post until January 2017. … Continue Reading
Zogby released a poll today showing me leading Rick Scott 43-39! You are the reason we’ve come this far, and you’re the reason we’re going to win this race.
But we need to turn out our voters to win. We have a plan to make that happen, and we can’t do it without your help.
Contribute $15 right now for our final Get Out the Vote push.
To put these plans into place at the level we need to win, we have to raise $30,000 online today. Your contribution will help put these plans into place:
1. GOTV calls to remind supporters to vote.
2. Persuasion calls so voters know the truth about my record and Rick Scott’s attacks.
3. Yard signs and Barn signs for visibility across the state.
4. Rides to the polls for Floridians who need transportation to vote.
A $15 contribution will make it possible for us to make 100 more phone calls, print 15 more yard signs, or drive 10 more people to the polls.
Make sure we can put our GOTV plan into action. Contribute $15 now.
There’s too much at stake in this race for us not to do everything we can in this final week.
Thank you,
Alex Sink
I hope you saw last night’s debate. I was there. Alex showed that she’s ready to be Governor of Florida. Rick Scott was nothing more than old ideas and dishonest attacks. I shudder to think what Florida would be like with him as Governor.
We have the momentum right now, but we must turn out the vote. And we need your help to do it.
You know that it costs money to print pamphlets, call voters and keep Alex’s message on TV and radio. This week we must raise $100,000 from grassroots supporters like you to make sure we have the resources to put all those pieces into action. With only one week left to accept contributions, we need your help today.
Help us reach our goal. Contribute $5 now.
Rick Scott wrote his campaign another million dollar check last week. He and his cronies are funneling millions of dollars into this race to attack Alex. And you can bet that’s going to continue.
With the help of supporters like you, we’ve raised more than $1.2 million online. We have one more week for this final push.
Contribute $5 now and make sure we can get out the vote.
The stakes couldn’t be higher. Alex has the experience and the integrity to lead Florida in the right direction, and we simply cannot trust Rick Scott. We need to make sure that Floridians know how important this race is — and that they cast their votes for Alex.
Thank you,
Shellie Levin
Deputy Campaign Manager
Alex Sink for Governor
TALLAHASSEE— Florida CFO Alex Sink’s Department of Financial Services is hosting a series of forums in honor of Women’s Small Business Month. In addition to representatives from the Department, partners include the Small Business Administration, the Internal Revenue Service, local colleges and universities, and chambers of commerce. … Continue Reading
