Episode 430: WSLR News Wed., May 6: Schools v Moran; Live Local; Obsidian; Larry Thompson Q&A

Yesterday, led by Tom Knight, the Sarasota County Commission surprised everyone by taking back a vote it made last year to charge the school district for tax collections.  The $2 million in fees withheld by the Sarasota Tax Collector had prompted the school district to sue Mike Moran and his office. Next: In another rather unexpected vote two weeks ago, the Sarasota County Commissioners tried to rein in a state law called the Live Local Act. The move set the county on a confrontation course with the state, and the commissioners are now trying to understand the legal implications.Then: Three times was NOT the charm for the developer of what could be the tallest tower in downtown. The Sarasota City Commission rejected a modified proposal of the Obsidian, again.Then: 27 years. That’s how long Larry Thompson has been in charge of Ringling College of Art & Design. He has three weeks left on the job, and our reporter sat down with him for an exit interview.