Firefighter Criticizes DeSantis Panel's Move to End Disney World Benefits

Reedy Creek firefighter Pete Simon expressed disappointment over the decision by the DeSantis-appointed board to end the "unethical benefits and perks" enjoyed by Reedy Creek Improvement District employees, including firefighters. Simon, who joined the job partly for the ability to bring his children and grandchildren to the parks, questioned the future impact of the cuts. The current board accused their predecessors of using taxpayer funds to provide themselves and other employees with $2.5 million in perks, mostly related to Disney World. Simon believed that the benefits were promised to him and his colleagues when they took the job and expressed frustration over the lack of resources and ongoing cuts.