AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoPrivacy vs. surveillance: Florida moved to revoke Flock permits for license-plate readers on state highway right-of-ways, citing misuse reports and privacy concerns—while allowing private use on personal property. Housing affordability: Realtor.com data shows home prices per square foot fell year-over-year in 36 of 50 major metros, with Tampa down 5.6% and Orlando down 2.6%, as post-pandemic “boomtown” gains keep cooling. Local taxes: St. Petersburg kept its property tax millage steady for another year, but rising taxable values could still raise bills. Retail expansion: Aldi confirmed a new Destin store by year-end in the former Winn Dixie building, adding jobs and more grocery competition. Consumer safety: Walmart shoppers in multiple states were told to check freezers as frozen berry recalls expand over possible E. coli contamination. Tech scrutiny: Tesla’s Cybercab rollout triggered an NHTSA probe into how the company self-certified the driverless vehicle’s compliance. Scam watch: BBB Scam Tracker lists Hollywood among Florida cities with elevated scam reports in July, with phishing leading reported losses.
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