The Fort Walton Beach City Council voted 4-3 Tuesday night against a motion to request a proposal from the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office to provide full-time dispatch service for the city.
Supporters described the request as a fact-finding exercise. Opponents framed it as a premature step that risked eroding city services and staff morale. Councilman David Schmidt made the motion, which was seconded by Councilman Bryce Jeter. Voting in favor…
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