Corruption Investigation
Summary
Federal investigators say former Lynn Haven officials swindled about $5 million meant for Hurricane Michael recovery. That’s local tax money and recovery aid diverted from the city, so residents have a direct stake in the fallout.
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Impact analysis
About $5 million in recovery money is at issue, which could mean less funding for storm repairs and added costs for local taxpayers.
The only apparent beneficiaries are the former officials accused of diverting the funds; residents and the city do not benefit.
Lynn Haven residents and storm victims are harmed because recovery money meant for repairs and rebuilding was allegedly diverted.
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Reports, text messages released in Lynn Haven corruption case
Reports, text messages released in Lynn Haven corruption case WKRG
Feds: Former Lynn Haven officials swindled $5M post-Michael
Feds: Former Lynn Haven officials swindled $5M post-Michael Florida Politics
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