Crystal River Mayor Wants More Public Discussion at Council Meetings
Crystal River Mayor Joe Meek wants more public input at council meetings, but the council must balance open discussion with keeping meetings on schedule.
Local Government in Crystal River
Local Government news for Crystal River, Florida.
Asphalt Plant Returns to North Crystal River Despite Unresolved Concerns
Anderson Columbia seeks industrial zoning for 22.6 acres on CR 495 north of Crystal River despite planning staff and city concerns.
Crystal River City Manager Resigns Amid Outside Pressure
Crystal River City Manager Curts resigns amid outside pressure, effective immediately, on January 15, 2024.
Crystal River Missed Chance for Free FWC Boating Enforcement Program, Resident Says
A Crystal River resident says the city passed on a free 2020 FWC boating enforcement pilot program after the then-city manager declined to act on it.
Crystal River Residents Seek Free Access to Three Sisters Springs, But Discount Program Already Exists
Crystal River residents pushing for free Three Sisters Springs access learned Sept. 28 a discounted resident pass program has existed since 2020.
Citrus County Voters Head to Polls Tuesday for 2026 Primary Election
Citrus County polls are open Aug. 18 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. for the 2026 Primary Election. Early voting saw a 19.5% turnout.
Crystal River’s Kings Bay Riverwalk Nears Completion, But Boat Ramp Question Clouds Final Phase
Crystal River’s Kings Bay Riverwalk construction is on track for January completion, but the final phase awaits an Aug. 7 workshop on preserving a public boat ramp.
New Faces in Charge Again: Crystal River Leadership Changes
New leadership takes charge in Crystal River, Citrus County, Florida.
Crystal River Resident Praises City Council for Shifting Focus to City Hall Repairs Over Tourism
Crystal River resident Scott Davis praised the city council July 24 for choosing to repair City Hall rather than replace it after nearly two years of delays.
Federal Rule Change Sparks Concern for Manatee Habitat Protections in Crystal River
Federal rule change sparks concern for manatee habitat protections in Crystal River, Florida.
Crystal River River Walk Project Nears Completion, Boat Ramp Relocation Sought
Crystal River river walk project nears completion, but boat ramp relocation is needed to finish the project.
$31 million to reshape Crystal River’s wastewater future
Crystal River City Council approves $31.2 million wastewater project