Disney4me Posted October 12, 2023 Report Posted October 12, 2023 The Disney/DeSantis feud has been ongoing for quite a while now. Cinderella Castle From Disney opposing Florida’s Parental Rights in Education bill to Gov. DeSantis dissolving the Reedy Creek Improvement District, the two have been in an ongoing battle. Disney is currently in the process of suing Ron DeSantis for what they say is retaliation against the company and an infringement on its right to free speech. Now, a neighboring theme park just added a new pawn in this game. While Disney has been removed of its special taxing district, another theme park has been approved for one. According to The Street, Universal Orlando had recently filed for a special taxing district “that includes 719 acres and encompasses Universal’s new Epic Universe theme park that’s under construction and 13 acres for a new SunRail train station on Destination Parkway.” Universal Orlando On October 10th, the Orange County (Fla.) The Board of County Commissioners voted to approve this district now called The Shingle Creek Transit & Utility Community Development District. Not only did Universal Orlando get approved for a special taxing district, but all of the board members are Universal Orlando employees, including Bradley Goeb, Bryan Julian, Erica Klostermeier, John Hanebrink, and Teresa Crews. Universal Orlando If you recall, the previous Reedy Creek Improvement District board of supervisors was also made up of Disney employees. However, that was changed as they were removed and replaced. The special taxing district Disney was part of was changed to the Central Florida Tourism Oversight Board, and the board was hand-picked by Gov. DeSantis. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis ©Deadline What’s interesting about this is that we remember DeSantis stating this about Disney: “We’re not going to have a corporation controlling its own government…That’s going to be reverted to the state. I’d rather it be the local [governments], but I don’t think that they’re prepared for it. So the state is going to have a board to run it.” He made this statement at a news conference in Tallahassee. But now, he’s approving a massive theme park to do just that. ©Fox10 News | Florida Governor Ron DeSantis DeSantis said that he’s “making sure [Disney is] paying their fair share of taxes and paying the debt.” However, he seems unconcerned that Universal has been approved for a special taxing district, and there are currently almost 2,000 other special districts in Florida that he has not attacked. Reedy Creek Fire Department ©Reedy Creek We’ll be interested to see how this progresses. For more Disney news, follow DFB! 10 Controversial Things Bob Iger Has Said About Disney’s Alleged ‘Woke Agenda’ Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think about this new update? Let us know in the comments!The post Universal Approved for New Special Taxing District in Florida After DeSantis Took It Away from Disney first appeared on the disney food blog.View the full article Quote
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