New York Times: Gov. Charlie Crist reaffirmed his commitment this week to the $536 million purchase of 73,000 acres of land from United States Sugar, declaring that it would heal both the Everglades and the coastal estuaries that are vital to Florida's tourist economy. But with its original plan to borrow money for the deal being questioned by internal auditors, the state water district responsible for the acquisition has begun to explore alternatives that could require severe cuts to restoration ......
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United States: Renewed Support for an Everglades Land Deal, but Cost Is Still in Question
Posted by Washington Post: Juliet Eilperin on March 20th, 2010
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