Central Area Neighborhood Association of Wilton Manors

03/17/2026

What happened to the big bills from Florida’s 2026 legislative session? We break down the outcomes on 10 key issues—from AI to energy and more—and what it means for the state going forward. Read the summary from CANA of Wilton Manors. https://wix.to/3oNSSJG

By Jim Turner andAnaGoñi-Lessan News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE—Florida lawmakers put forward just under 2,000 bills and resolutions as they entered the 2026 legislative session. They returned home Friday having agreed to about 235 measures that await action from Gov. Ron DeSantis. Here is wh...

03/12/2026

CANA Annual Social Event - Mon., 3/16 from 6-9 PM - Rain or Shine

01/25/2026

House moves along proposal to cut property taxes — Florida’s House committees advanced a constitutional amendment (HJR203) that would phase out non-school homestead property taxes over a decade if 60% of voters approve. The measure passed primarily along party lines and has drawn objections from Democrats. Read the full report for details and implications for homeowners and local services: https://wix.to/mDIknoP

TALLAHASSEE—As the Florida Senate continues to ponder an approach to lowering property taxes, House committees on Thursday advanced two tax-cut proposals that could go before voters. The Republican-dominated House Ways & Means Committee voted mostly along party lines to approve a proposed constitu...

01/04/2026

The call for responsibility is louder than ever! As the Florida Legislature considers new actions, let’s remind them of the impact their decisions can have on our communities. Read more about why it's time to prioritize our children's health and our cities' future. https://wix.to/P2xA3Ah

First, do no harm.”That medical maxim, taught to physicians for ages, would serve Florida well if the Legislature were to adopt it. The need is now.In the mercifully final year of Gov. Ron DeSantis’ eight-year reign, he wants lawmakers to commit two enormously harmful misdeeds.First, he would en...

12/28/2025

Major changes are coming to Florida's property tax landscape! With the Florida House moving forward on multiple ballot initiatives, local officials are raising concerns about budgeting. Read more about how this could impact our communities: https://wix.to/R6Op5h4

Cities and counties raise concerns about budgeting funds TALLAHASSEE—Republicans in the Florida House are quickly moving forward on a smorgasbord of ballot initiatives that would ask voters to dramatically overhaul the state’s property taxes—deepening the anxiety for local officials who rely o...

12/26/2025

The recent HUD rollback of fair housing guidance is a significant change. Condo and homeowners’ associations need to exercise caution and seek legal advice before making decisions. Read more about this crucial topic: https://wix.to/yfQYIpK

Condo and homeowners’ associations are suddenly on their own when it comes to interpreting fair housing law — and that’s a dangerous place to be. HUD’s decision to withdraw years of guidance on discrimination, assistance animals and protected classes may appear to be deregulation. Still, it ...

12/22/2025

A recent analysis reveals that over 15% of home purchase agreements were canceled in October alone! With more options available in Florida and Texas, buyers are feeling the pressure to search for the best deal. Read more: https://wix.to/D4yOX1q

More homebuyers have been backing out of home-purchase agreements in many parts of Florida and across the U.S., a new analysis shows. Florida and Texas are seeing more newly built homes “than anywhere else in the country, ”leading some buyers to back out of deals because they feel they might fin...

12/12/2025

Big news for property owners in Florida! The GOP-led panel has advanced a property tax plan that could increase your homestead exemption if you have property insurance. Stay informed about how this could impact you! Read more here: https://wix.to/aE1RKEq

GOP-led panel OKs exemption for those who have insurance TALLAHASSEE — A proposed constitutional amendment that would increase the homestead property-tax exemption for residents who have property insurance is ready to go to the full Florida House after the 2026 legislative session starts in Januar...

11/30/2025

Your voice matters! It's crucial to reach out to your state legislators in Tallahassee and share your opinions. They want to hear from you! Learn how to make your voice heard on important issues here: https://wix.to/QK2DmiQ

Your voice matters. You need to tell your state legislators what you think. The fact that the state Capitol in Tallahassee is hundreds of miles away is all the more reason why you have to make your voice heard. Most legislators love hearing from their constituents. It helps them make decisions, and....

11/23/2025

The changes to Florida's property tax system may offer financial relief for homeowners, yet the community might bear the brunt of a $1.4B budget gap. Learn more about the implications: https://wix.to/6s5pYho

Changes could help homeowners, but leave $1.4B hole in municipal budgets The most comprehensive analysis to date of the impact of proposals to overhaul Florida property taxes shows the dramatic and far-reaching impacts the plans would have in Broward County. Individual Broward homeowners could see t...

11/12/2025

Broward County is facing a waste crisis that we're not ready for. 🚮 With 20,000 pounds of waste generated every minute, it’s time we rethink our waste management strategies. Our recycling rate is far below what it should be at only 39%. Join us in pushing for positive change! Read more about how we can pave the way for a sustainable future here: https://wix.to/ubU8ovN

Broward County has a waste crisis. We generate about 20,000 pounds of waste every minute, which is about 10.6 billion pounds every year. Our county landfill is nearing capacity and the waste-to-energy facility is at capacity. Our garbage must go somewhere. This crisis will cost us a lot more to mana...

10/10/2025

Important updates from the CANA meeting! Our landfill at Monarch Hill is reaching capacity, and solutions require a lifestyle adjustment and some investment. It's time to act responsibly. Learn more: https://wix.to/VvNGWWJ

Solutions will require a change in our lifestyle as well as additional costs. (Blind ignorance is not a realistic option)Read the Sun Sentinel article for historical reference and follow the link for the county's master plan.https://browardswa.org/master-plan/ ANOTHER VIEWPOINT Broward’s garbage c...