LeeTran Director Steve Myers estimates 4,000 to 5,000 people on average ride Lee County buses everyday.
Commissioners Cecil Pendergrass and Larry Kiker favor the reductions, arguing they spurred construction and helped the economy.
Commissioner Frank Mann gives spirited speech in favor of restoring impact fees to pay for public projects.
BikeWalkLee's Darla Letourneau points out Lee's current plan for public projects has a $14.6 million shortfall.
Developer Randy Thibaut said reducing impact fees created thousands of jobs and spurred millions of dollars in new construction.
Lee County citizens continue condemning commission's shift to workshops, in which public comment is prohibited.
Public speakers speak out for and against impact fees in advance of this afternoon's commission workshop.
It doesn't seem like members of the public will be allowed to speak about impact fees this afternoon.
The purpose of this afternoon's meeting, Wesch said, will be simply for staff to update commissioners on permitting activity.
County Attorney Richard Wesch says that public not legally entitled to speak, because commission will not be providing direction to staff.
Commissioner Frank Mann argues for the right of the public to speak during this afternoon's workshop on impact fees.
Commissioner Cecil Pendergrass said he suspects the company didn't create the jobs it promised for the $10 million grant.
Assistant County Manager Doug Meurer said Lee doesn't have any information on whether Algenol has met its contract obligation.
Lee County Commission moves forward with plans to buy 48.8 acres of conservation land on Pine Island, negotiating price at $30,000.
Lee County commissioners recognize Boston Red Sox and highlight stadium amenities at JetBlue Park.
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