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This commentary compares the value of the U.S. dollar with the currencies of our primary trading partners. Recent years have shown considerable fluctuation.
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2011 list sorted by county (excel)
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2011 list (excel)
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"Despite this being a tight budget year, a large number of projects known as 'turkeys' found their way into the state budget. "
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This report shows how Florida's system of funding the capital outlays of educational facilities is complex and subject to fluctuation by circumstances unrelated to need.
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Diverting juvenile offenders from the traditional juvenile justice model is paying big dividends in public safety and savings. This report shows how some counties are going about this and why others should create their own civil citation programs.
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Florida's prison population is growing while public safety is diminishing. This report outlines the reasons for this discrepancy and shows how other states are dealing with similar issues.
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"This symbolic date assumes that every dollar earned since January 1 goes to pay federal, state, and local tax obligations. "
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This report delves into the salary structure and varied job titles of communications workers and legislative affairs employees.
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Florida's window of opportunity to become a leader in solar and renewable energy manufacturing is rapidly closing. This briefing details the status quo and what needs to be done to make the state competitive with those states that have done more in the clean energy field.
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"Putting the 'sun' in Sunshine State, this report examines steps already taken in solar energy and what impact further steps would have on the Florida economic outlook. "
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