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Opinion - Property Tax Relief
A citizen asked my opinion on the property tax exemption if it passes in November. I support meaningful property tax relief for Wakulla families, seniors, and working homeowners. Every dollar we earn is being squeezed by insurance, utilities, and rising costs of groceries. However, tax relief must come with a responsible plan. Realistically, we cannot simply cut revenue and hope services survive. We need to protect public safety, roads, clean water, veterans, seniors, parks,
Carrie Hughes
Jun 171 min read


Property Tax Relief & Impact Fees
Property Tax Relief, Services, and Impact Fees Asking for property tax relief does not mean citizens want fewer first responders, unsafe roads, dirty water, or reduced veteran and animal services. I believe citizens can support property tax relief while also supporting strong public safety, clean water, safe roads, veteran services, parks, libraries, and animal services. These things are not mutually exclusive. Cuts alone are not a plan. A responsible county should be lookin
Carrie Hughes
Jun 162 min read


District 4 Will Be A Closed Primary
In case you haven't heard, the office I'm running for is now a "Closed Primary". That means only Republicans can vote in our race during the August primary. If you want change, it is vital to get to the polls on August 18th (or during the Primary's early voting), so tell your friends and family too! You do NOT have to live in District 4 to vote for me. The winner in August will then move on to face the candidate or candidates from other parties in the general election in Nov
Carrie Hughes
Jun 161 min read


Protect the past. Plan the future.
Things don't feel right in Wakulla County anymore. The place so many of us chose for its quiet beauty, its small-town feel, and its way of life, is changing fast. It’s not that growth is happening. It’s how it’s happening. Decisions are being made that don’t feel like they reflect the people who live here. Roads are getting busier. Schools are feeling the strain. And more and more, it feels like our community is being shaped for us instead of by us. That’s not the Wakulla we
Carrie Hughes
Mar 241 min read


Planning for Wakulla’s Growth
Wakulla County is a special place. Many of us chose to live here because of its natural beauty, strong sense of community, and the small-town character that makes it feel like home. Over the past several years, however, our county has experienced significant growth. While growth can bring opportunity, it also brings challenges that must be addressed thoughtfully. The reality is that as more people discover what makes Wakulla County such a wonderful place to live, development
Carrie Hughes
Mar 162 min read
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