Monticello council splits on controversial zoning request, selects new mayor at packed meeting

MONTICELLO, Fla. (WTXL) — The Monticello City Council split 2-2 on a controversial zoning request and selected John Jones as the new mayor during a packed Tuesday meeting.

  • Council members were deadlocked on a rezoning proposal, resulting in its denial.
  • Neighbors voiced concerns over changes to the city’s comprehensive plan.
  • Watch the video below for details on the new potential location for city police.

BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:

A new mayor, a potential new home for the police department, and a controversial zoning request were all on the table Tuesday night in Monticello.

I’m Lentheus Chaney, your Monticello neighborhood reporter, sharing how council members voted and what issues are still unresolved…

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