Q2 2020-21 Broward Schools SMART Program Report Review
BOC, Broward BOC, ResearchPresented to the Broward County Bond Oversight Committee October 5, 2020
Comments to the Honorable Ray Rodrigues, Chair, and Members of the Senate Governmental Oversight & Accountability Committee regarding SB 84 – Retirement
ReleasesMy name is Dominic M. Calabro, and I am President and CEO of Florida TaxWatch, an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit taxpayer research institute and government watchdog which, for over 40 years, has worked to improve the effectiveness, efficiency, and accountability of Florida government and promote a fair and equitable system of taxation.
Q1 2020-21 Broward Schools SMART Program Report Review
BOC, Broward BOC, ResearchOn November 20, 2020, Florida TaxWatch received the Bond Oversight Committee Quarterly Report for the Quarter Ended September 30, 2020 (“Quarterly Report”). This single 854-page report provides updated information on the implementation of the District’s SMART Program and the use of general obligation bond funds to purchase and install technology upgrades, purchase music, and art equipment, improve safety, upgrade athletic facilities and renovate educational facilities.
November 2020 News Highlights
In the NewsFlorida TaxWatch is constantly looking to spread the word about our research, recommendations, and programs, all in pursuit of serving each and every taxpayer in Florida. Below is just a selection of where we’ve popped up in the last few weeks!
Florida TaxWatch Announces 2020 TaxWatch Productivity Award Winners
ReleasesFlorida TaxWatch (FTW) today announced the winners of the 2020 TaxWatch Productivity Awards (TPA). For more than 30 years, the TPA program has recognized and rewarded the dedication and hard work of state employees who find ways to improve services, increase efficiencies, and save taxpayers hundreds of millions of dollars each year. The 2020 awards were presented by Kyra Solutions, Inc.
October 2020 News Highlights
In the NewsPRINT & DIGITAL Workers Push to Pass Amendment 2 for $15 Minimum Wage as Florida’s Tourism Industry Fights It (October 1, 2020) Orlando Sentinel Orlando
Florida TaxWatch Analyzes 2020 Local Tax and Fiscal Ballot Referenda
ReleasesTALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Florida TaxWatch (FTW) released the 2020 Voter Guide Special Edition: Local Tax Referenda, analyzing the 33 ballot referenda before voters across Florida which propose more than $360 million in tax increases and $200 million in new bond issues. Voters in 11 localities will also help decide questions regarding property tax exemptions, and there are at least 150 charter amendments being decided on local ballots.
2020 Voter Guide Special Edition: Local Tax Referenda
Research, Taxes, Taxpayer Guide, Voter GuidesThe following is a compilation of the tax and fee increases, bond issues, proposed exemptions, and selected other significant fiscal referenda that go before Florida voters on November 3.
2020 How Florida Compares: Taxes
Research, Taxes, Taxpayer GuideThis report is part of our larger How Florida Compares series, which is intended to help Floridians better understand their state through data. This report, like each report in this series, provides neutral, nonpartisan information on where Florida ranks compared to our 49 sister states and the national average.
September 2020 News Highlights
In the NewsFlorida TaxWatch is constantly looking to spread the word about our research, recommendations, and programs, all in pursuit of serving each and every taxpayer in Florida. Below is just a selection of where we’ve popped up in the last few weeks!
