Remarks by John R. King
118 remarks on the record, newest first · Page 5 of 5
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“Just try to be quick on an issue that's affected our town residents. I'm glad probably because of the public pressure they received that the Fort Myers Beach Mosquito Control District Board finally approved an agreement with Lee County about spraying. That just runs through the end of the month. Hopefully they'll continue because talking with Lee County that because we're in an El Nino year, they expect the season for mosquitoes to continue. So hopefully they will continue to work on that. I was disappointed that their treasurer took a cheap shot at the town. Not surprised, but disappointed.…”
Town Council · Sep 9, 2026
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“Well, Mayor, if you'll indulge me for a minute, I'll give you some town trivia, maybe even an obscure fact. With the Pankow family, Wayne and Marion were residents at Island's End for many years. Two of their sons enjoyed some notoriety and some fame. John Pankow is probably best known as Cousin Ira on Mad About You. His brother James is a founding member of the band Chicago. And I told you that to tell you this.”
Town Council · Sep 9, 2026
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“Does anybody really know what time it is? Does anybody really care about time? If so, I can't imagine why. Well, I do, because it's time to adjourn. Move to adjourn.”
Town Council · Sep 9, 2026
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“Thank you, Mayor. Vice Mayor Safford and I had the pleasure to attend the 26th annual Elaine McLaughlin Outstanding Hospitality Service Awards put on by the Lee County Visitor and Convention Bureau. Six town employees were nominated for the awards. There are Aaron Adkins, Sandra Breitez, Skylar Henry, Lisa Hollywood, Seth Jacobs, and Barbara McDonald. Erin Adkins was also an honorable mention winner in the other services slash business category. And I just want to say congratulations to all these employees and thanks for all they do. Also on Friday, I had the pleasure of attending the Fort…”
Town Council · Aug 24, 2026
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“Just to briefly, I think I heard you touch on it, and it's probably not fair for you to have to answer all of it, so maybe the town manager can weigh in. But I know in the past when that property was acquired, the state helped with that, and there are certain things that we need to meet, and I want to make sure that those are being met.”
Town Council · Aug 24, 2026
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“Looks like we have public comment on the agenda.”
Town Council · Aug 24, 2026
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“I wanted to give you a chance to get your glasses on.”
Town Council · Aug 24, 2026
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“Thank you. I guess maybe a concern about when I'm hearing a reduction in the lanes, I think one of the things, the thought behind the competitive lanes was to bring in competitive swim tournaments or meets. I don't know if there's a minimum that they need. I'd hope we look at that because I think that would be a way to help monetize the pool and help some surrounding hotels bringing those teams and tournaments and things like that. So I'd hope you'd look at that if there's a minimum there. Also, just a thought off the top of my head, a couple weeks ago, having attended a Florida League of…”
Town Council · Aug 24, 2026
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“Councillor King, any questions? Could you explore or explain a little more about what you want from us as far as wasting away, what that would entail? Because that is paid parking that could be some money, income for the town during this time.”
Town Council · Aug 24, 2026
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“Yeah, I'll just say I think my wife did reach out and already has answered some questions from the local press. And I think she shared that information with RPIO and with our town attorney. Also, yeah, what Will has said, I think this is a great asset. I know somebody contacted me that recently got on a committee and they were just struggling to figure out what how they needed to prepare, how to prepare, what was expected of them, those kind of things. I think this will be a tremendous asset, so thank you.”
Town Council · Aug 24, 2026
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“Councillor Kane. I guess my question is more along the process. When I'm going out and getting bids on my car insurance or my house insurance, do that every six months to a year, I get so many and then I whittle it down. Is that what we've done here, or did we just start with two and negotiate it from there?”
Town Council · Aug 24, 2026
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“Okay, I guess I kind of understand that because the sad part of going out as a person to get a bunch of quotes is you do that, it dings your credit. But I know in the past we had, through the Florida League of Cities, the FMIT, we had to move away from them because they were too expensive. I don't know if that would still be the case or not.”
Town Council · Aug 24, 2026
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“Yeah, Mayor. Not a discussion as much as a thank you. I know this isn't easy every year. It's very time-consuming, but I appreciate, Lisa, how you have always handled this, looking out for the taxpayers and trying to get the best not only for our employees but at the lowest cost for our taxpayers. So thank you.”
Town Council · Aug 24, 2026
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“No questions. Just thank you for the donation.”
Town Council · Aug 24, 2026
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“Councilor King. Yeah, I guess this is almost kind of embarrassing. I think we need to do a better job of getting handles on things before they come to light, I guess. This is something that we should have known before it was brought to us. So I'm sorry, but I'm disappointed in that.”
Town Council · Aug 24, 2026
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“Mr. Mayor? Yes? Just to echo on what you said, I think it's very important in lieu of what's been happening this month that folks be reassured. Carolyn, I think you did a great job today. Thank you for that. And working and talking with Will over the past few weeks, I have no doubt that changes and processes are in place to ensure that things are done accurately and on time. So thank you.”
Town Council · Aug 24, 2026
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Not quoted here: it may name a member of the public. Hear it at the meeting.
Town Council · Aug 24, 2026
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“Another turning point, a fork stuck in the road. Time grabs you by the wrist, directs you where to go. So make the best of this test and don't ask why. It's not a question, but a lesson learned in time. It's something unpredictable, but in the end is right. I hope you have the time of your life. With that, I'll move to adjourn.”
Town Council · Aug 24, 2026