Florida Business News
- Citizens policy count plummets
With private insurers scooping up customers, the state’s Citizens Property Insurance Corp. shed nearly 200,000 policies last week — and was at its lowest total since 2021, according to newly released numbers.
- Controversial SW Florida mega development will convert agricultural ruins to 10,000 homes
Cameratta Companies recently started construction on the new Kingston community that will span 6,702 acres.
- St. Petersburg to open brief window for Trop redevelopment pitches
Mayor Ken Welch won’t extend a 30-day window for proposals despite concern from one developer and most of the City Council.
- UNF poll finds Floridians oppose removing child vaccine mandates, split on property tax changes
A new poll from the University of North Florida Public Opinion research lab asked Floridians several questions about hot-button policy issues in Florida.
- Jacksonville City Council approves Five Points business improvement district
A fee assessed on commercial properties will provide funding for landscaping, security and promotion.