Crystal Kinzel – Clerk of Courts August Update

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The Clerk’s Report – August 2023

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I hope everyone is staying cool and enjoying this summer! While this is the perfect time to relax and enjoy our great beaches, August is back-to-school month, which means additional expenses for many families.

To save money, make sure to take advantage of the Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, which began July 24 and will run until August 6, 2023.

Collier County’s 1% Infrastructure Surtax Set to Expire This Year, Two Years Earlier Than Expected

In November of 2018 the citizens of Collier County, by the margin of 51% to 49%, approved a referendum allowing for the collection of a 1% Infrastructure Surtax. Collections began January 1, 2019, and were to continue for seven (7) years, or until the tax generated $490 Million dollars countywide

New, Modern Official Records
Web Page

On July 13th, we published a new, modern Official Records web page on the collierclerk.com website.  This new page expands the public’s ability to search the Official Records for important documents pertaining to their property and personal lives.

Collier County Clerk Receives GFOA’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award

Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) is pleased to announce that Collier County Clerk of the Courts, Florida, has received GFOA’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its Annual Budget for the fiscal year beginning October 01, 2022. This award is the highest form of recognition in governmental budgeting.

Learn more.

Office of Inspector General Whistleblower Program

The Clerk’s Office of Inspector General (OIG), conducts internal audits and fields complaints pertaining to the operations of the Clerk’s Office. The OIG also investigates fraud, waste and abuse related to the operations of the Collier County Board of Commissioners, and its staff, and/or vendors.

100 Years of Official Records Online

In celebration of Collier County’s Centennial, our Collier Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller’s office completed publishing the Official Records of Collier County online to the Clerk’s website, collierclerk.com.

Short vs. Long Form Death Certificates

Our recording office is responsible for recorded death certificates. We record death certificates from all states and occasionally even other countries if they are fully translated. The State of Florida provides two forms of death certificates.

Never Miss a Criminal Court Event with E-Notify

In 2019, the Florida Court Clerks & Comptrollers (FCCC), The Office of State Court Administrator, and the Clerks of Court Operations Corporation released the “E-Notify” program to the public, which allowed individuals to sign-up to receive email and text messages of any upcoming criminal court events.

Are Electronic Signatures Always Acceptable?

Confusion arises as to whether handwritten signatures are necessary, or whether electronic signatures are always acceptable when you are recording an instrument in the Public Records of Collier County.

Become a Part of Our Team!

A career at the Clerk’s Office provides you with an opportunity to help the citizens of Collier County every day. We believe our employees and volunteers are our greatest assets in providing superior service and delivering essential services to our customers.

Thank you to everyone who attended our Centennial Celebration!

Would you like Clerk Kinzel to speak at one of your upcoming events?

Email cyndee.woolley@collierclerk.com to confirm a date!

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August Republican Men’s Club President’s Message

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Russell Tuff
President
Collier County Republican Men’s Club

School begins this week in Collier County. Some of the recent graduates are heading off to college with more comfort as This club has funded quite a few students with $1,500 scholarships. In addition, a few more are continuing in their next year’s college program with funding from this group as well.

I also want to extend my gratitude to our volunteers and donors. Your hard work and contributions have been instrumental in advancing our cause and supporting candidates who align with our vision. Your dedication to making a positive impact on our community and nation is commendable.

August is a month of significance and reflection, reminding us of our nation’s rich history and the values that have made it exceptional. From the foundation laid by our Founding Fathers to the sacrifices of generations past, we are entrusted with preserving the American dream for future generations.

One of our core values is the belief in limited government and individual liberty. It is imperative that we remain steadfast in our commitment to these ideals, advocating for policies that promote personal freedom, fiscal responsibility, and economic growth. By standing united, we can ensure that our voices are heard, and our vision for a prosperous America remains at the forefront of local and national discussions.

As we look ahead, challenges and opportunities lie ahead of us. But with the unity and resilience that define us as Republicans, I have no doubt that we will overcome any obstacles and continue to build a brighter future for Collier County and our great nation.

If you were at our August meeting with Ambassador Ron Johnson, you walked away with an inspiring message to take action. You can see the photo gallery on Facebook by clicking here.

Please consider joining fellow members in a strictly social setting as we kick off “The Right Connections” which will be held from 5 to 7 pm, at South Street City Oven in the Founders Square at Immokalee Road and Collier Boulevard. The intent is to get to know each other a little better and provide opportunities to attract new members to our Republican club. Women are invited. Learn More Here.

Our September meeting hosts new Collier County Superintendent Leslie Ricciardelli.  Come form your own opinions by hearing what she sees as the future at our schools. We will have time for Questions and Answers afterword. Sign Up Here.

Thank you for being a part of the Republican Men’s Club of Collier County. Let us move forward with confidence, knowing that together, we can achieve great things for the Republican Party and our beloved country.

God bless you all, and God bless the United States of America.

Russell Tuf,

President, Republican Men’s Club of Collier County

Florida Republican Registration Advantage Continues to Grow

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Florida Republican Voter Registration Advantage Propels Over 500,000

As of June 30, 2023, Republicans hold a 541,798 voter registration advantage over Democrats in Florida.

STATEMENT BY FLORIDAGOP CHAIRMAN CHRISTIAN ZIEGLER:

“Month after month, Florida becomes a darker shade of red. Despite what the left-wing lunatics want you to believe, the facts are that Floridians and those who have recently moved here are not buying the radical agenda being peddled by the Democrat party. This is great news, but we must keep our foot on the gas until the Florida Democrat Party waves the white flag of surrender, which looks more and more inevitable with every new voter registration monthly update.”
– Christian Ziegler, FloridaGOP Chairman.

THE RECEIPTS:
(RECENT VOTER REGISTRATION FACTS)
• 872,226 Increase in Republican advantage since 2016
• 184,234 Decrease in Democrat registration since 2016
• 798,973 Increase in Republican advantage since 2018
• 254,424 Decrease in Democrat registration since 2018
• 157,844 Increase in Republican advantage since January 1, 2023
• 206,697 Decrease in Democrat registration since January 1, 2023
• 24 Counties have flipped from Democrat to Republican since January 2016
• 14 Counties have flipped from Democrat to Republican since January 2018