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Eatonville mayor, residents: OCPS land deal, developer’s plans disrespect Black town’s legacy

Por: Orlando Sentinel Crime February 12, 2023

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In an impassioned speech Tuesday night, Eatonville Mayor Angie Gardner called on her fellow town council members to vote against a proposal that would have cleared the path for a massive 100-acre development in the historic Black town. Gardner, others on the council and longtime residents all shared their fears that such a development could forever change the town, putting its legacy in jeopardy. She leaned on history to make her point as she... + full article



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