Gov. DeSantis picks Alexis A. Lambert as Department of Environmental Protection Secretary

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Hunter Crenian The new environmental point person for Governor Ron DeSantis is a Tallahassee native and well-known figure in Florida politics. Alexis Lambert will lead the state’s Department of Environmental Protection, according to a statement released by the governor’s office. Mercer University alumna Lambert will take over

DeSantis abandons the contentious state parks proposal in response to political and public outcry

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by YES Market Media Following significant political and public outcry, Gov. Ron DeSantis is rescinding his administration’s plans to add golf courses, pickleball courts, and 350-room hotels to Florida state parks, at least for the time being. DeSantis made his first comments since the state’s intentions

DeSantis plan to create state parks faces another obstacle with the withdrawal of a golf course backer

Governor of Florida at Ron DeSantis Press Conference – Courtesy: Shutterstock-Photo by YES Market Media Gov. Ron DeSantis’ plan to develop public parks with commercial endeavors, such as golf courses, pickleball courts, and massive hotels, is facing strong resistance from all political stripes. However, a major backer has stepped out, putting the plan on hold.