Coastal Breeze News

While I have not been a part of any discussions or plans involving consolidation, nor have I received a formal request to consider a consolidation plan, I believe the current economic conditions and everyone’s desire to find operational efficiencies make this the appropriate time to discuss the concepts of consolidation with the community. How a consolidation is accomplished and configured, what entities are involved and the operational and organizational impacts require a thorough assessment and plan so that we as a community can make an informed decision as to what course is best in providing public safety in Collier County. ... Read More »

Over the past 10 years, the number of Collier County voters exercising their right to vote during Early Voting and by Absentee/Mail ballot has steadily increased. During the 2010 General Election, 71% of eligible Marco Island voters cast their ballot early – nearly 40% voted during Early Voting and 31% cast an Absentee/Mail ballot. Conversely, voting on Election Day has continued to decline. Considering this voting trend, the Collier County Supervisor of Elections Office is making changes to precinct boundaries and consolidating precincts to improve voter services and better serve the voters of Collier County. In developing the consolidation plan, ... Read More »