River Tails

October 29th, 2008 by fishing_expert

TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA- In Florida, public access to the waterfront and water-dependent businesses are being taxed out of existence. That’s due to the state’s inequitable tax code that appraises every single waterfront parcel — marina, boat ramp, commercial fishing operation or any other water-dependent facility — at “highest and best use” tax rates, not what the property is actually used for. On November 4, Sunshine State voters will have a chance to level the playing field by voting “yes” on Amendment 6, which if passed will allow waterfront parcels to be assessed on their present use as a marina, launch ramp or other waterfront business, and help keep the state’s waterways accessible to all Floridians.

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