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Bartow aquatic center project paused amid tax debate

Filed: May 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
Summary: Bartow puts a new aquatic center on hold as Florida lawmakers consider eliminating property taxes, affecting local funding plans.
WHO: City of Bartow officials
WHAT: The city paused plans to replace the Bartow Civic Center swimming pool and expand aquatic programs.
WHEN: May 27, 2026 at 6:47 PM ET
WHERE: Bartow, Florida
WHY: Proposed property tax cuts are already chilling local government planning and funding for the project.
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