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Commissioners call for investigations into Gulf World and praise law enforcement response during spring break
Summary
Commissioners said they have asked state and federal agencies to investigate Gulf World Marine Park over animal welfare and facility concerns; commissioners also commended local law enforcement and said tourist development tax funds include $3.5 million for public safety reimbursements.
Several commissioners used their remarks on April 1 to report ongoing concerns about Gulf World Marine Park and to praise law enforcement response during busy spring‑break periods on the countys beaches.
Commissioner Pease said he toured Gulf World after social‑media reports and that state and federal authorities, including Florida Fish and Wildlife, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Panama…
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