2008 decreased to 42,600, which represents a 0.7%

decrease from the previous month.

double digit gains for the months of April and May 2008.

Building permits are in a general declining trend with

the exception of higher values in commercial activity.

The number of homes sold for the month of May

showed a 24.3% increase over last year’s data.

However, median sales price is still on a decline, which

is consistent with the market correction currently

underway.

increased from 201.675 in June 2007 to 212.324 in

June 2008, representing a 10.649% year-over-year

increase.

April 2008 taxable sales retail decreased 10% from

April 2007. Other than a sustained positive spending in

Business Investment, all other sectors monitored by the

Florida Legislature’s Office of Economic and

Demographic Research experienced decreased activity.