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GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
Session 1 focuses on the structure of state and local governments, and how business and government interact. Participants will learn and practice how to make the most of their limited time with government officials.
Discussion topics include:
Local Government Perspectives on Business
How Floridians Vote
Key Players to Know
Key Legislative Issues Facing Florida Businesses
How to Have Your Voice Heard and Respected by Government Officials
BUDGET & TAXATION
Session 2 focuses on how state and local governments collect taxes and develop annual budgets, and how the personal and business taxes paid by participants are appropriated and spent.
Discussion topics include:
Florida’s Long-range Economic Outlook
Overview of State Budgeting and Taxation
Local Government Funding Sources & Budget Development
Public Schools Funding Sources & Budget Development
Revenue Collection & Distribution
REGULATION & PERMITTING
Session 3 focuses on the myriad local, state, and federal permitting requirements and regulations, and how participants will navigate through this maze when starting or expanding their business.
Discussion topics include
Regulating Businesses and Professions
Expanding Your Business’ Footprint – Local Planning & Permitting
Expanding Your Business’ Footprint – Regional, State & Federal Considerations
Business Development and Incentives for Business Growth
PRACTICAL EXERCISES
Participants are given an opportunity to apply what they learn through a series of practical exercises. Session 1 participants will have an opportunity to research a public issue and role play with a government official.
In Session 2, participants will learn the difficulties of balancing the state budget in an interactive group exercise.
In Session 3, participants will have an opportunity to participate in an economic development role-playing exercise and a land development exercise (top right).