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MEMORANDUM TO: Members of the Press FROM: Fredrick Piccolo Jr., Director of Communications, Governor Ron DeSantis DATE: September 30, 2020 RE: Executive Order 20-246 (Local Government Public Meetings) Local Government Public Meetings Today, Governor DeSantis issued Executive Order 20-246. The State of Florida recently entered Phase 3 of the Governor’s plan for Florida’s recovery from COVID-19. Executive…
~Restaurants and Hotels Permitted to Operate at 100% Capacity. Local municipalities must allow at least 50% operational capacity~ TALLAHASSEE – Today, at The Birchwood hotel in St. Petersburg, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that the state will move to Phase 3 of his “Safe. Smart. Step-by-Step. Plan” for Re-Opening Florida, including allowing restaurants to operate at…
Miami and Tampa, FL – September 24, 2020 – The Florida Venture Forum has selected 22 companies to present at its 13th annual Florida Early Stage Capital Conference, which will be hosted virtually, October 14-15. The conference also will feature the 10th annual Statewide Collegiate Startup Competition, attracting the “best of the best” in collegiate competitors from Florida’s leading innovation-focused colleges and universities. “We…
Tallahassee, Fla. — Today, the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) announced $8.6 million in funding is available to rural communities in Florida through the Rural Infrastructure Fund (RIF) grant program. The Rural Infrastructure Fund, administered by DEO, provides funding to local governments for infrastructure projects in rural communities to encourage job creation and business investment, as…
Fort Myers, Florida — The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that shareholder Russell Whittle presented “Workers’ Compensation and COVID-19” to Public Risk Management of Florida members as part of its human resources webinar series. Whittle explained whether COVID-19 could be classified as an accident or occupational…
TALLAHASSEE – Since July, numerous Southwest Florida hospitality establishments achieved the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (FRLA) Seal of Commitment, demonstrating their dedication to enhanced safety and sanitation practices. The FRLA Seal of Commitment is a promise to guests that their safety is a priority and is designed to improve confidence to return to hotels…
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Secretary Halsey Beshears provided the following updates regarding the current status of network systems and services of the Department of Business and Professional Regulation: The Department of Business and Professional Regulation is currently operating with system network limitations as part of an ongoing effort to ensure the security of all information…
Technology crosses many industries so if you are a seasoned veteran, a new comer or just interested in exploring careers in the technology field this is your opportunity to interact with over 30 employers looking to fill technology positions. Purpose: A partnership with SWFL Regional Technology Partnership and CareerSource SWFL connecting businesses and job…
Bonita Springs, FL | September 25, 2020 —— According to the Bonita Springs-Estero REALTORS® (BER), buyer demand still continues in the Bonita Springs and Estero residential real estate market. Area brokers have reported that buyers are challenged with finding homes to buy, as inventory for resale homes continue to shrink. “If you’re thinking of selling your single-family home, there…
September 2020 This year has been unlike any before it. Each of us has had to deal with unbelievable challenges, and as a nation, we have faced uncertainty about the future. One thing Lee County residents can be certain about is that their local government will provide them with a balanced budget and will keep…