2012 Turkey Watch List by Counties
Budget Turkeys, Research“The 2012 Turkey List organized by county. NOTE: Designed for 11×17 paper, will print at 50% on 8.5×11.”
Economic Commentary- When Will Economic Growth Accelerate?
Economic Development, ResearchThis Economic Commentary focuses on the importance of capital investment for economic recovery, the impact of volatility on that investment, and the effect of investment
Ideas in Action: Deriving and Using Vital Signs for Assuring Florida Organizational Viability by Roger Kaufman Ph. D.
Guest Columns, ResearchDr. Roger Kaufman opinion piece on how companies should measure their long-term viability.
Economic Commentary: Unemployment & the Florida Workforce
Economic Development, Research“February’s Economic Commentary focuses on unemployment in Florida as compared to the nation as a whole, and within specific demographic groups and their educational levels
How Charter School Funding Compares
Education, Research“This Research Report looks at the disparities in funding levels between charter and traditional public schools, and offers suggestions on how to let the money
Proper Collection of Remote/Internet Sales Tax
E-Fairness, Economic Development, Research, Taxes"Continuing ten years of research on this issue, this short piece was produced to call attention to the ""remote sales tax"" or ""e-fairness"" issue which
Economic Commentary: Florida’s 2011 Job Growth
Economic Development, Research“January’s Economic Commentary focuses on job growth in Florida in the last year. Our state created the 3rd-most jobs of any state, following only California
Smart Justice Poll Results
Corrections/Judicial, Research“A joint project between TaxWatch and Associated Industries of Florida, the poll shows overwhelming support from more than 600 Republican likely voters for Smart Justice
Report of the Commission on Review of Taxpayer Funded Hospital Districts
Health Care, Research, Taxes, Taxpayer GuideThe final report of the Commission on Review of Taxpayer Funded Hospital Districts, which was chaired by TaxWatch President & CEO Dominic M. Calabro.
Reducing the Concentration of Risk in Florida’s Property Insurance System
Insurance, ResearchJust one major hurricane could plunge Florida into a financial crisis as the current insurance system lacks the actuarial soundness to withstand the massive number
Economic Commentary: Florida’s Economic Year in Review
Economic Development, Research“December’s Economic commentary compares 2011 to 2010 using data that drives the Florida economy, primarily employment and unemployment figures. The commentary also examines the health
Economic Commentary: Angel and Venture Capital in Florida
Economic Development, Research“The funding options available for Florida’s budding entrepreneurs are analyzed in this Economic Commentary. Angel and Venture Capital is available, but takes many forms, and
Risk & Reform: A Florida TaxWatch Analysis of Florida’s Property Insurance System
Insurance, ResearchThe financing mechanisms of Florida’s hurricane property insurance system are a complex as the meteorological factors that cause the devastating storms. This report details the
Report and Recommendations of the Florida Tangible Personal Property Tax Task Force
Research, TaxesThe Tangible Personal Property Tax raises nearly $2 billion annually for state government but many believe its benefits are offset by the cost to Florida
Expanding the Scope of Practice for Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants Would Generate Fiscal Savings While Enhancing High Quality Medical Care
Health Care, ResearchReducing skyrocketing health care costs in Florida while maintaining effectiveness is becoming a top priority. This report considers whether expanding the role of the Advanced
Ideas in Action – Will Florida’s Hurricane Insurance Plan Blow Us Away?
Guest Columns, Insurance, Research“With the premise it’s only a matter of time before the next big hurricane strike, this report, written independently of Florida TaxWatch, details the current
2011 Annual Report
Annual Reports, ResearchThis Florida TaxWatch publication, 2011 Annual Report, is available for download via the document link attached to this post.
How Florida Counties Compare
Local Government, Research“This report compares the revenue and expenditure profiles of Florida’s 67 counties to provide taxpayers an overview of how their local governments compare with the
County by County Data (an interactive webpage)
Local Government, ResearchThe “Download” link below will take you to an interactive page offering a county by county breakdown showing wide range of data relating to population,
Economic Commentary: Florida’s Business Incubators
Economic Development, Research“This Economic Commentary examines the state’s wide range of business incubators, which are designed to provide small companies with business support during their formative stages.
