EPISODE · Jun 24, 2025 · 10 MIN
SRIA Takes Control
from Rick Outzen: (we don’t) color on the dog · host Rick Outzen
In this episode of "We Don't Color on the Dog," host Rick Outzen sits down with Santa Rosa Island Authority Executive Director Mike Burns to discuss major changes coming to Pensacola Beach. Learn how SRIA is taking control of its financial destiny by increasing lease fee collection rates from 50% to 75% to fund Fire Station 13 operations, while eliminating fire service costs for most residents. Burns explains how this move keeps revenue on the island, maintains excellent emergency services, and gives the board greater autonomy for future beach projects.
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In this episode of "We Don't Color on the Dog," host Rick Outzen sits down with Santa Rosa Island Authority Executive Director Mike Burns to discuss major changes coming to Pensacola Beach. Learn how SRIA is taking control of its financial destiny by increasing lease fee collection rates from 50% to 75% to fund Fire Station 13 operations, while eliminating fire service costs for most residents. Burns explains how this move keeps revenue on the island, maintains excellent emergency services, and gives the board greater autonomy for future beach projects.
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