Another Sheriff has lined up behind former federal prosecutor and Judge, Ashley Moody for Florida Attorney General. Now, Moody has earned the endorsement from nearly 90 percent of Florida Sheriffs. [Read more…] about Another Sheriff for Ashley Moody
Gov. Scott Activates Florida Disaster Fund in Preparation for Hurricane Michael
Governor Rick Scott today activated the Florida Disaster Fund to support individuals who are impacted by Hurricane Michael. The Florida Disaster Fund helps provide financial support to Florida’s communities in times of disaster. To make a contribution, please visit FloridaDisasterFund.org or text DISASTER to 20222 to make a one-time donation of $10. Duke Energy has already donated $50,000. [Read more…] about Gov. Scott Activates Florida Disaster Fund in Preparation for Hurricane Michael
Hurricane Michael Public Power Prep Update
Through the American Public Power Association mutual aid network, the Florida Municipal Electric Association has arranged for 440 power restoration personnel from 14 states to assist Florida public power communities following Hurricane Michael. Tree resources, including another 100 personnel and trucks, have also been secured. [Read more…] about Hurricane Michael Public Power Prep Update
DNC on Florida Voter Registration Extension
DNC Chair Tom Perez released the following statement in support of the Florida Democratic Party’s lawsuit to extend this year’s voter registration deadline: [Read more…] about DNC on Florida Voter Registration Extension
RPOF Chairman: Democrats Should Be Ashamed for Political Games on Voter Registration
Republican Party of Florida (RPOF) Chairman Blaise Ingoglia today issued the below statement following the news that the Florida Democratic Party filed a lawsuit on voter registration. [Read more…] about RPOF Chairman: Democrats Should Be Ashamed for Political Games on Voter Registration
Gov. Scott: Federal Pre-Landfall Emergency Declaration Signed by the President
Issues Updates on Hurricane Michael
Following Governor Rick Scott’s request, today President Donald Trump approved a pre-landfall emergency declaration. This declaration will provide important resources and assistance from the federal government, including personnel, equipment and supplies, as well as making available funding sources for emergency protective measures. [Read more…] about Gov. Scott: Federal Pre-Landfall Emergency Declaration Signed by the President
October 10 is International Walk to School Day
FDOT’s Community Traffic Safety Team (CTST) members will be participating at over 80 elementary and middle schools in the District Four counties of Broward, Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River. [Read more…] about October 10 is International Walk to School Day
Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Continues to Prepare for Hurricane Michael
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is continuing to prepare for Hurricane Michael. The department assumes broad roles and responsibilities in disaster response efforts, ranging from securing meals for post-storm distribution to preparing Florida Forest Service teams to conduct search and rescue missions and clear debris. [Read more…] about Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Continues to Prepare for Hurricane Michael
Commissioner Putnam Reminds Consumers to Research Charities Before Giving
With Hurricane Michael nearing landfall in Florida, Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam reminds Floridians to research charitable organizations prior to contributing. Often in the wake of disasters, such as hurricanes, fraudulent charities are created to take advantage of people’s generosity. [Read more…] about Commissioner Putnam Reminds Consumers to Research Charities Before Giving
Florida Municipal Electric Association Statement Regarding Public Power Preparation for Hurricane Michael
Statement by Amy Zubaly, Executive Director of Florida Municipal Electric Association, regarding Public Power Preparation for Hurricane Michael:
“Public power utilities in the Florida Panhandle are bracing for the impacts of Hurricane Michael, which will make landfall sometime Wednesday afternoon as a potential Category 3 hurricane. Currently, the Florida public power utilities of Tallahassee, Havana, Chattahoochee, Quincy and Blountstown are all in the potential impact zone.
In preparation for the storm, the Florida Municipal Electric Association activated the American Public Power Association mutual aid network and, once again, the response from across the country has been tremendous. By tonight, we will have approximately 125 power restoration personnel pre-staged in Tallahassee.
Crews from public power utilities across Florida (about 90 personnel from 10 utilities), Tennessee (21 personnel from three utilities), and Lafayette, Louisiana (14 personnel), will be arriving in Tallahassee this evening. More crews from other public power utilities in Florida (another 60+ personnel once cleared from their own potential impact), as well as more than 200 personnel from Indiana, Tennessee, Oklahoma, Nebraska, Ohio, Kentucky, Missouri and Texas are planning to make their way toward Tallahassee for a Thursday arrival, with many other utilities and states still gathering their available resources. Additionally, crews in Alabama, Georgia and the Carolinas are on standby for us once they are cleared from threats to their own areas. Those crews are prepared to assist with any impacts to Quincy, Blountstown, Havana and Chattahoochee, as well as additional support for Tallahassee if needed.
We appreciate the outpouring of support from our fellow public power communities throughout the United States. These crews leave their homes and families to work in challenging, sometimes dangerous, situations. We will be forever grateful.”
