Coastal Breeze News

In the first of several cost-savings measures Interim City Manager, Dr. James C. Riviere eliminated the position of the Community Development Director currently filled by Steve Olmsted. Economic times call for reconsideration of how the City’s services are provided. The Community Development Director is over the building, code compliance, environmental services, mapping (GIS), planning and zoning areas for the City. The down turn in building construction starts on Marco Island was a real factor in reviewing cost-savings in the Community Development Department part of the organization. The reduction in the demand for services can not support the same staff size. Mr. Olmsted’s position will not be filled, saving the City ... Read More »