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Residents push Levy County to balance agriculture, jobs and infrastructure in 2050 plan
Summary
At the comprehensive-plan kickoff, residents and officials urged the county to protect agricultural land, invest in water/sewer infrastructure, attract economic development that raises local GDP, and explore transit options for commuters; consultants said those topics will be prioritized in upcoming workshops and economic analysis.
Residents and county officials used Levy County’s comprehensive-plan kickoff to press for a stronger emphasis on economic development, farmland preservation and infrastructure needed to support future growth.
Multiple attendees and commissioners argued that Levy County’s long-term strategy should balance agricultural preservation with opportunities to grow the local tax base through industry and technology. One participant summarized the argument in economic terms, saying the county needs to grow production and GDP to fund services. Consultants pointed to David Boston, the project economist on the team, as…
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