GOVERNOR RICK SCOTT
“Taxpayers turn over a lot of money to fund government and they should be able to see right down to the penny how their tax dollars are being spent. FloridaOpenGov.org is an important resource taxpayers can use to stay informed and hold us accountable."
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER JEFF ATWATER
As your elected representatives, we have a deep responsibility to be exceptional stewards of your taxpayer dollars and always remain open and accountable to our fellow Floridians. As an advocate for government transparency, I support all resources both public and private, including FloridaOpenGov.org, that provide taxpayers with the tools to keep tabs on how their dollars are being spent.”
SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE DEAN CANNON
"Transparency is a hallmark of our democracy and any effort to create openness in government empowers Floridians. I appreciate all that FloridaOpenGov.org is doing to help make Florida's government more open and accessible."
SENATOR GARRETT RICHTER
“Transparency is critical in a free and democratic society. FloridaOpenGov.org brings that government transparency right to our fingertips.”
REPRESENTATIVE RACHEL BURGIN
“With FloridaOpenGov.org, billions in government spending is just a few clicks away. I want to thank the Foundation for Government Accountability for creating this important new transparency tool.”
REPRESENTATIVE MATT CALDWELL
“Taxpayers no longer have to wait days or weeks for government spending information. FloridaOpenGov.org makes the information immediately available for everyone to see.”
REPRESENTATIVE DENISE GRIMSLEY
"As Chairman of the House Appropriations Committee I appreciate efforts to increase transparency and accountability in government. State resources are limited and it is critically important that we ensure that tax dollars are spent wisely."
REPRESENTATIVE MATT HUDSON
“With FloridaOpenGov.org, the citizens and taxpayers of Florida can help government officials achieve greater fiscal responsibility. FloridaOpenGov.org brings Florida families and businesses into the conversation about how government spends their money.”
REPRESENTATIVE DARREN SOTO
“As a firm believer in government transparency and citizens’ right to know, I’m encouraged by the launching of FloridaOpenGov.org. This new site empowers Floridians with the knowledge to become informed and active participants in debates over how government is spending limited tax dollars.”
COLLIER COUNTY COMMISSIONER JIM COLETTA
“Some communities are better than others at keeping spending under control FloridaOpenGov.org, tells you right away how your county compares to every other county in the state. I support this initiative because it lets you draw your own conclusions about the spending decisions being made.”
LONGWOOD MAYOR JOE DURSO
“FloridaOpenGov.org is not just a tool for taxpayers, it’s a tool for local government officials to see how spending in their city or county compares to other communities. I’ll be visiting FloridaOpenGov.org often.”
NAPLES CITY COUNCILMAN SAM SAAD
“FloridaOpenGov.org provides a window into the fiscal decisions of our local council members and county commissioners. Sunshine is a powerful antiseptic and FloridaOpenGov.org shines the light on waste, fraud and abuse in local government.”
FIRST COAST TEA PARTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR BILLIE TUCKER
"If taxpayers and citizens are to affect real change in Florida they must be informed. FloridaOpenGov.org is a simple, yet powerful tool that equips activists with the knowledge to hold their politicians accountable and advance fiscal conservatism across the state."
AMERICANS FOR PROSPERITY-FLORIDA DIRECTOR SLADE O'BRIEN
“FloridaOpenGov.org gives the public a one-stop, user-friendly source to learn how billions are spent at the state and local level. This site will help keep government transparent, taxpayers informed and politicians accountable.”
