NewsWUSF (NPR Tampa Bay)September 8, 2026Hillsborough County
Jacksonville Council President Nick Howland defends private jet travel funded by developer Patrick Zalupski
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Jacksonville Council President Nick Howland stated that his recent travel on the private plane of team owner and developer Patrick Zalupski was intended to raise funds for his political committee and will be fully disclosed.
Read the full story at WUSF (NPR Tampa Bay)Why It Matters
Residents receive insight into the travel arrangements and political fundraising activities of local elected officials involving private developers.
Key Facts
- Nick Howland traveled to St. Petersburg on a private plane owned by Patrick Zalupski.
- Patrick Zalupski is described as a team owner and Jacksonville developer.
- Howland stated the travel was to help raise funds for his political committee.
- Howland stated that the travel will be fully disclosed.
Who's Mentioned
PersonNick Howland“Jacksonville council president who traveled on a private plane”PersonPatrick Zalupski“Team owner and Jacksonville developer whose private plane was used”locationJacksonville“City associated with Nick Howland and Patrick Zalupski”locationSt. Petersburg“Destination of the private flight”