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Volusia County Council to Address Development Moratorium January 4, 2024

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30 Dec

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Volusia County Council to Address Development Moratorium January 4, 2024

The Volusia County Council is set to consider Ordinance 2023-47, which proposes a temporary moratorium on development within the I-2 heavy development districts. This decision comes amid growing concerns from local residents, particularly in Ormond Beach, regarding the environmental and community impact of such developments.

Date and Time: The hearing is scheduled for Thursday, January 4, 2024, at 9:30 AM.

Where: The meeting will take place in the County Council meeting room at the Thomas C. Kelley Administration Center, located at 123 W. Indiana Ave, DeLand, Florida.

The proposed moratorium has been primarily triggered by the opposition from Ormond Beach residents and city officials alike to a fuel tank farm planned by Belvedere Terminals. The residents have raised concerns about the potential environmental risks and the impact on the quality of life in the area. This opposition has led the County Council to reconsider the pace and nature of development in these districts.

If passed, the ordinance will temporarily halt new development projects in the designated areas, providing the council with time to assess the long-term implications of such projects on the community and environment. This move is seen as a response to the growing need for balancing economic development with environmental sustainability and community welfare.

The upcoming hearing is a critical platform for residents to once again voice their opinions and concerns so plan to attend if you have meaningful input on this matter.

Florida Expands 'Move Over' Law to Include Stalled Vehicles for Enhanced Road Safety

Florida's "Move Over" law, aimed at ensuring the safety of drivers and emergency personnel on the road, is set to undergo a significant update. The current law mandates drivers to shift a lane away from stopped emergency vehicles, including those from sanitation, utility, and construction services. If unable to switch lanes, drivers are required to reduce their speed by at least 20 miles per hour below the speed limit.
The revision, effective January 1st, will expand the law to cover any stalled vehicle that is stationary with hazard lights activated, emergency flares, or displaying emergency signage.
Data from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles reveals that since 2015, nearly 1,700 crashes have occurred in the state due to non-compliance with this law, resulting in eight fatalities and over 100 serious injuries.

Tomoka Elementary Celebrates Kristin Robinson as Teacher of the Year

Kristin Robinson, an 18-year veteran kindergarten teacher at Tomoka Elementary, has been named Teacher of the Year. Influenced by her mother and previous educators, she's committed to inspiring her students. Robinson, a Florida Southern College alumna, finds joy in her students' learning breakthroughs and is grateful for the support from her family and colleagues. An outdoor enthusiast, she balances her teaching career with activities like running and paddleboarding. Robinson's teaching philosophy centers on building strong connections with her students and imparting essential life skills.

Holiday Schedule Changes for Garbage and Recycling Pickups

Residents of the city and unincorporated Volusia County should note changes in garbage and recycling collection schedules due to the upcoming holiday season. On New Year's Day, Monday, January 1, there will be no garbage or recycling services.

In the city, the adjusted schedule will see Monday's collections shifted to and January 2. Similarly, Tuesday collections will occur on Wednesday, January 3. Collections usually scheduled for Wednesday will take place on Saturday, January 6.

For those residing in unincorporated Volusia County, the holiday schedule adjustment will follow a sequential shift. Collections for Monday will be moved to Tuesday, and this pattern will continue through the week, with Friday's collections occurring on Saturday.

Users' Privacy Breach in Chrome Incognito Mode Leads to Google Settlement

Google has recently settled a significant consumer privacy lawsuit that accused the tech giant of tracking users' data even when they were using the "incognito" mode of its Chrome browser. The lawsuit, which sought damages of at least $5 billion, was centered on allegations that Google misled users into believing their online activities were private while in incognito mode. Evidence, including internal Google emails, revealed that the company was indeed tracking users for web traffic measurement and ad sales purposes.

The lawsuit was initially filed in 2020, and the plaintiffs, representing millions of affected individuals, demanded a minimum of $5,000 per user. These users were allegedly tracked by Google’s Analytics and Ad Manager services without their knowledge, even when not logged into a Google account. Although the exact settlement figure remains undisclosed, it is expected to be significantly lower than the $5 billion claim.

This settlement comes after Google's failed attempt to have the case decided by a judge instead of a jury, with the trial scheduled for next year. The lawsuit, filed in a California court, accused Google of intentionally deceiving users and violating their privacy rights. It was stated that Google had access to extensive personal details about individuals' lives and interests through their internet usage.

A formal settlement is anticipated to receive court approval by February 24, 2024. This case highlights the growing trend of class action lawsuits in the United States as a means to address data privacy concerns with major tech companies. Previously, Google settled another privacy-related case for $23 million over giving third-parties access to user search data.

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