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Public and commissioners press for stronger protections of Volusia Forever lands
Summary
Multiple public speakers and commissioners urged the Charter Review Commission to explore charter language to secure Volusia Forever conservation lands, including limits on disposal and swaps; staff cautioned some referendum requirements may conflict with state law but said higher council vote thresholds could be considered.
A string of public commenters at the Nov. 10 Volusia County Charter Review Commission meeting urged the body to strengthen protections for Volusia Forever lands, and commissioners agreed to explore drafting charter language to do so.
Bob Chu of Southeast Volusia Audubon told the commission he "strongly supports Pat Northey's amendment" to ensure lands purchased with the Volusia Forever millage…
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