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Future second lock at south end of lagoon

Commissioners discussed whether a second lock could ever be built at the opposite end of the interceptor lagoon — previously rejected as infeasible due to state land and manatee permitting hurdles — which could improve water quality and boost the marina economy there.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 20, 2026

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Heritage tree protection shapes development choices

The Huffaker garage variance was granted largely because the only code-compliant alternative would have required removing protected heritage oaks — showing how the county's tree rules can drive setback relief.

1 mentionLast discussed Jun 10, 2026