Brooksville public meetings in 2025

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss the potential closure or termination of the Firefighters' Retirement Plan. The body will also consider land development code amendments and a voluntary annexation request.

• Discussion on Firefighters' Retirement Plan closure or termination
• Ordinance No. 1007: Voluntary annexation of 1.3 acres on South Main Street for Coastal Waste and Recycling, Inc. on behalf of Eyes Equipment Sales, LLC
• Ordinance No. 1008: Land Development Code amendment to sign code regulations
• Ordinance No. 1009: Land Development Code amendment to conditional use table
• Resolution No. 2025-30: Closure of State Roads for Tangerine Festival on February 7, 2026

The City Council directed staff to draft an ordinance to terminate the Firefighters' Pension Plan, with termination costs estimated at approximately $3.7 million. The Council also approved a voluntary annexation, advanced two land development code amendments, and conditionally opted out of a state property tax exemption. All votes were 5-0.

• Directed staff to draft ordinance terminating Firefighters' Pension Plan (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1007 voluntary annexation of 1.30 acres for Eyes Equipment Sales, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1008 sign code amendments on first reading (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1009 changing camps to conditional use on first reading (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-31 conditional opt-out of Live Local Act property tax exemption (5-0)
• Reappointed six advisory board members to various terms (5-0 each)
• Kept Mayor Tanner and Vice Mayor Bronson in their positions (5-0)
• Approved 2026 meeting calendar with January 26 added and February 2 moved to February 9 (5-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Brooksville Community Redevelopment Agency will meet on November 17, 2025, to approve minutes from September 15, 2025, and vote on three resolutions: CRA 2025-04 (grant reimbursement signing authority), CRA 2025-05 (HB 7013 compliance), and CRA 2025-06 (FY26 capital improvement projects). The board will also select a new chair and vice chair.

• Approval of September 15, 2025 CRA minutes
• Adopt Resolution CRA 2025-04 for grant reimbursement signing authority
• Adopt Resolution CRA 2025-05 to document HB 7013 compliance
• Adopt Resolution CRA 2025-06 for FY26 Capital Improvement Projects
• Selection of new Chair and Vice Chair

The Brooksville Community Redevelopment Agency approved three resolutions: CRA 2025-04 (signing authority for grant reimbursements), CRA 2025-05 (HB 7013 compliance), and CRA 2025-06 (FY26 Capital Improvement Projects). The board also re-elected Thomas Bronson as Chair and JW McKethan as Vice Chair. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved Resolution CRA 2025-04 on signing authority for grant reimbursements (4-0)
• Approved Resolution CRA 2025-05 documenting HB 7013 compliance (4-0)
• Approved Resolution CRA 2025-06 adopting FY26 Capital Improvement Projects (4-0)
• Re-elected Thomas Bronson as Chair (4-0)
• Re-elected JW McKethan as Vice Chair (4-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a voluntary annexation and a Comprehensive Plan amendment. The body will also consider budget amendments and a debris removal contract.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 1007 for voluntary annexation of 1.3 acres on South Main Street
• Final reading of Ordinance 996 to amend the Comprehensive Plan
• Piggyback contract with Southern Disaster Recovery, LLC for emergency debris removal
• Resolution 2025-28 for a school concurrency certificate for Arden of Brooksville
• Interlocal Wholesale Wastewater Agreement with Hernando County Water and Sewer District

The Brooksville City Council approved a consent agenda including a wastewater agreement and a school concurrency resolution, and passed a first reading of a voluntary annexation for Coastal Waste and Recycling. Council also approved a final reading of a comprehensive plan amendment establishing a low-density land use category, and approved a piggyback debris removal contract with Southern Disaster Recovery. A 95-gallon tan trash bin with a green lid was approved (4-1), and multiple FY24/25 budget amendments were passed (5-0).

• Approved consent agenda including wastewater agreement and school concurrency resolution (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1007 for voluntary annexation of 1.3 acres (5-0)
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 996 amending comprehensive plan with 65-foot lot width correction (5-0)
• Approved piggyback contract with Southern Disaster Recovery for debris removal (5-0)
• Approved tan 95-gallon trash bin with green lid (4-1)
• Approved FY24/25 budget amendments (5-0)
• Directed staff to issue RFP for impact fee study (5-0)
• Approved early closure of City Hall at 1:00 pm on Nov 26 and Dec 24 (4-1)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Brooksville Planning & Zoning Commission will meet on November 12, 2025, to decide two land-development code amendments and to approve the minutes of the September 10, 2025 meeting. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Ordinance 1008–LDC 2025-03: Land Development Code Amendment
• Ordinance 1009–LDC 2025-04: Land Development Code Amendment
• Approval of minutes from 09-10-2025 meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 4-0 to recommend City Council approval of two land development code amendments. Ordinance 1008 revises sign regulations, including banning pole signs and reducing feather flags. Ordinance 1009 changes camps from permitted to conditional uses in certain zoning districts and requires ADA-compliant restrooms. Both items will go before City Council on December 1, 2025.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance 1008 (sign code amendments) (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 1009 (camps as conditional use) (4-0)
• Approved September 10, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Ordinance 1006 withdrawn

City Council Regular Meeting

The Brooksville City Council will meet to discuss infrastructure updates and various service contracts. Key items include a roadway resurfacing list and an agreement for supervised inmate labor for public works.

• Proposed FY25-26 Roadway Resurfacing & Reconstruction list
• Three-year agreement with Florida Department of Corrections for supervised inmate labor
• Purchase of a 2026 Peterbilt 520 Residential Garbage Truck
• Contract with Vestis Uniforms and Workplace and termination of CINTA uniform contract
• Engagement of Lewis, Longman & Walker, P.A. for pension legal counsel

The City Council approved the proposed FY25-26 Roadway Resurfacing & Reconstruction list, which includes 11 streets, despite the $600,000 budget not covering all costs. Council prioritized Ft. Dade Avenue, Hernando Street, and West Kelly Street for the first phase, with staff to decide on remaining roads if funds allow. The council also approved several other items, including a new uniform contract, pension legal counsel engagement, and a street pole banner policy.

• Approved FY25-26 Roadway Resurfacing & Reconstruction list (5-0), prioritizing Ft. Dade Ave, Hernando St, and West Kelly St
• Approved termination of CINTA uniform contract and new contract with Vestis Uniforms (5-0)
• Approved engagement of Lewis, Longman & Walker for pension legal counsel (5-0)
• Approved three-year inmate labor agreement with Florida Dept. of Corrections (5-0)
• Approved street pole banner policy (5-0)
• Approved Veterans and Christmas banner designs (5-0), with Christmas banner modified to say 'Merry Christmas From Brooksville'
• Approved consent agenda including surplus of Fire Dept. assets, piggyback agreement with Advanced Environmental Laboratories, and purchase of 2026 Peterbilt garbage truck (5-0)
• Directed staff to obtain cost and timeline for a new impact fee study (4-1, McKethan opposed)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Brooksville City Council will meet on October 20, 2025, to discuss and vote on several items, including a request to defer impact fees for a proposed Live Local Housing development and the approval of construction-phase engineering services for the Cortez Boulevard Pump Station Upgrade Project. The meeting will also include a public hearing for a second reading of an ordinance correcting water and sewer connection terminology.

• Resolution No. 2025-24: Consideration of a one-year deferral of impact fees for a Live Local Housing development near Clinton Drive and Cortez Boulevard
• Approval of Construction-Phase Engineering Services with Coastal Engineering Associates, Inc. for the Cortez Boulevard Pump Station Upgrade Project
• Second Reading - Ordinance No. 1005 to correct terminology in Article V regarding water and sewer connections
• Approval of the Brooksville Landing Utility Service Agreement for Emerson Road between Cortez Boulevard (SR 50) and Mitchell Road
• Appointment of Whitney Dinu to the Beautification Board to fill an unexpired term through December 31, 2027

The Brooksville City Council approved Resolution 2025-24, committing the city to defer $22,000 in impact fees for one year for Pedcor Investments' proposed 192-unit affordable housing development. The deferral is a Local Government Contribution needed to compete for Florida Housing Finance Corporation tax credits. The council also approved a $165,653 contract for construction-phase engineering services for the Cortez Boulevard Pump Station Upgrade, and approved a piggyback auction contract with Atkinson Realty and Auction, Inc.

• Approved Resolution 2025-24, one-year deferral of $22,000 in impact fees for Pedcor Investments affordable housing project (4-1)
• Approved $165,653 construction-phase engineering services contract with Coastal Engineering Associates for Cortez Boulevard Pump Station Upgrade (5-0)
• Approved piggyback contract from Pinellas County for Atkinson Realty and Auction, Inc. surplus auction services (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1005, correcting terminology from 'Impact Fees' to 'Connection Fees' in Article V of the Code of Ordinances (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes from August 18, 2025 and Brooksville Landing Utility Service Agreement (5-0)
• Appointed Whitney Dinu to Beautification Board for unexpired term through December 31, 2027 (5-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)

City Council Special Meeting

The Brooksville City Council and Hernando County agencies meet jointly to receive updates on school facilities, interlocal agreements, and infrastructure projects. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda; the meeting is primarily informational.

• Presentation of Hernando County School Addition Updates
• Presentation of Wimbledon Avenue Updates
• Discussion Regarding Sidewalks within Hernando County School Zones
• Discussion Regarding Interlocal Wholesale Wastewater Agreement Between Hernando County Water and Sewer District and City of Brooksville
• Partnership on North Ave. Sidewalk Project

This was a joint workshop between the Brooksville City Council, Hernando County Commission, and School Board. No formal votes or decisions were taken, as the meeting was informational and discussion-only. Topics included school construction updates, a proposed interlocal agreement revision, sidewalk projects, and a potential recreation center.

• No formal actions taken; workshop only
• Next Intergovernmental Agency Meeting scheduled for April 22, 2026
• Proposed Oversight Committee discussed (3 members each from School Board, County, City)
• Annual report due by April 1st each year discussed
• Wastewater interconnect agreement between City and County discussed, pending approval by both bodies
• North Ave. sidewalk project discussed; $50,000 in FY 2026 CIP for design

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will approve contracts for a fuel truck, wastewater lime, and pension legal services, and close state roads for two Christmas events. The meeting includes a public hearing on a housing ordinance and a proposed water fee terminology change.

• Approval of fuel truck purchase for Public Works
• Approval of contract with Lhoist North America for wastewater lime
• Resolution to close state roads for Christmas on Main Street
• Resolution to close state roads for Kiwanis Christmas Parade
• Public hearing on housing ordinance and water fee terminology

The City Council approved Ordinance 999 on second reading, rezoning approximately 6.28 acres north of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and west of Hale Avenue from R-3 to PDPMF for a multifamily development by the Brooksville Housing Authority and Summit Villas LLLP. The approval includes amended conditions allowing a pitched roof and collaboration with the Department of Public Works on drainage. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included a $50,000 funding agreement for Brooksville Main Streets, and several other items.

• Approved Ordinance 999 rezoning 6.28 acres to PDPMF for multifamily senior housing (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $50,000 Brooksville Main Streets funding agreement (4-1)
• Approved Ordinance 1004 creating a defined contribution 'share plan' for firefighters' pension (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1005 on first reading to correct 'impact fees' to 'connection fees' (5-0)
• Approved updated Utility Service Agreement form (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-27 authorizing grant applications without local financial obligation (5-0)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with SAFEbuilt, LLC for building services (5-0)

City Council Workshop Meeting

The Brooksville City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss the FY2026–2036 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and potential legislative appropriation opportunities. No formal decisions are scheduled; this is an informational workshop with time for public input.

The City Council held a workshop to review the FY2026–2036 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), discussing priorities for water, sewer, sanitation, roads, parks, and facilities. No formal votes were taken; consensus was reached to move forward with several allocations, including $30,000 per year for standardized garbage bins, and to accept the legislative appropriation requests as presented. The council also agreed not to yield to a law firm's demand to repeal water and sewer connection fees.

• Consensus to allocate $30,000/year for standardized garbage bins and truck assist equipment
• Consensus to accept legislative appropriation requests for DRAs, Croom Road WWTP, and pedestrian safety
• Consensus not to cave to law firm demand to repeal water and sewer connection fees
• Discussed $100,000 for asphalt sealing, $50,000 for sidewalks, $25,000 for City Hall pipe descaling, and other CIP allocations (no formal vote)

City Council Special Meeting

The Brooksville City Council will meet for a special session to discuss a specific interlocal agreement. The primary focus is on pension matters related to the consolidation of fire rescue services.

• Interlocal Agreement Relating to Pension Matters Supplementing the Consolidation of Fire Rescue Services

The Brooksville City Council held a special meeting on September 24, 2025, and approved an interlocal agreement relating to pension matters supplementing the consolidation of fire rescue services. The motion passed unanimously (5-0). No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 6:05 pm.

• Approved interlocal agreement on pension matters for fire rescue consolidation (5-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Brooksville Community Redevelopment Agency will meet on September 15, 2025, to approve two budget resolutions: one for the original 1999 CRA district and another for the expanded 2023 boundaries. The board will also vote on approval of February 3, 2025 meeting minutes. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of February 3, 2025 CRA meeting minutes
• CRA Budget Resolution No. 2025-01 (original 1999 district)
• CRA Budget Resolution No. 2025-02 (expanded 2023 boundaries)

The Community Redevelopment Agency unanimously approved two budget resolutions for fiscal year 2025-26 (Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026): Resolution 2025-01 for the original CRA area and Resolution 2025-02 for the expanded boundaries established in 2023. Both passed 5-0 with no public input. The board also approved the February 3, 2025 meeting minutes as part of the consent agenda.

• Approved CRA Budget Resolution 2025-01 for original CRA area (5-0)
• Approved CRA Budget Resolution 2025-02 for expanded CRA area (5-0)
• Approved February 3, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a final public hearing to consider the Fiscal Year 2026 budget starting October 1, 2025. The body will discuss a proposed General Fund ad valorem tax rate of 6.5000 mils.

• Proposed General Fund ad valorem tax rate of 6.5000 mils (a 13.23% increase over the rolled-back rate of 5.7407 mils)
• Resolution No. 2025-23: levying a General Fund Ad Valorem Millage Rate of 6.5000 mils
• Budget Ordinance No. 1003: second and final reading

The City Council approved Resolution No. 2025-23, setting the FY2026 ad valorem millage rate at 6.5000 mils, a 13.23% increase over the rolled-back rate, after a revote and final vote of 4-1. The council also approved the second and final reading of budget Ordinance No. 1003, effective October 1, 2025, with changes to travel, per diem, education, and books/subscriptions, also by a 4-1 vote. Council Member Erhard voted against both measures.

• Approved Resolution No. 2025-23 setting millage rate at 6.5000 mils (4-1)
• Approved budget Ordinance No. 1003 for FY2026 effective Oct 1, 2025 (4-1)
• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing for a rezoning request involving the Brooksville Housing Authority and Summit Villas Senior, LLLP. The body will also consider an annual fee resolution and a 2026 policy year coverage agreement.

• First reading of Ordinance Number 999 (RZ 2025-03) for Brooksville Housing Authority and Summit Villas Senior, LLLP
• First reading of Ordinance No. 1004 regarding a defined contribution plan component
• Resolution No. 2025-19 Annual Fee Resolution
• Resolution 2025-21 amending the process for approving subdivision plats
• 2026 Policy Year Coverage Agreement with Public Risk Management of Florida (PRM)

The City Council approved consolidating the Brooksville Fire Department with Hernando County Fire Rescue, along with related fire impact fee and fire station lease agreements, all by 3-2 votes. The council also approved the first reading of a rezoning for a senior apartment complex, limited to 80 units and a 45-foot height. A motion to require a builder to pay the full $38,940 tree mitigation fine was approved unanimously.

• Approved fire services consolidation with Hernando County (3-2)
• Approved Fire Impact Fees Agreement with Hernando County (3-2)
• Approved Fire Station lease agreement as amended (3-2)
• Approved Ordinance 999 first reading for senior housing rezoning, max 80 units, 45-ft height (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1004 first reading for firefighters' retirement share plan (5-0)
• Required Victor Molina to pay full $38,940 tree mitigation fine (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-19 annual fee schedule (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-21 administrative plat approval process (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to review a petition regarding the Liberty Cove project. The body will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from April, June, July, and August 2025.

• PP 2025-03: Petition for Liberty Cove Preliminary Plat Approval by Dave Schmitt Engineering, Inc. on behalf of CBD Real Estate Investment, LLC

The Brooksville Planning and Zoning Commission approved minutes from four prior meetings (April 9, June 11, July 9, and August 13, 2025), each by a 4-0 vote. The only substantive item, a preliminary plat petition for Liberty Cove (PP 2025-03), was withdrawn by the applicant due to a change in state code regarding plating. No public input was offered, and the meeting adjourned at 5:34 PM.

• Approved April 9, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved June 11, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved July 9, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved August 13, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Liberty Cove preliminary plat petition (PP 2025-03) withdrawn by applicant

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss the tentative FY2026 budget and a proposed ad valorem tax rate. The council will consider a resolution to levy a millage rate of 6.5000 mils and the first reading of the budget ordinance.

• Proposed FY2026 General Fund ad valorem tax rate of 6.5000 mils (a 13.23% increase over the rolled-back rate)
• Resolution No. 2025-18 to levy the tentative millage rate
• First reading of tentative budget Ordinance No. 1003
• Extension to Interlocal Agreement for Fire Protection and Other Emergency Services with Hernando County
• Budget amendment for Fire Department Ladder Truck, Tower 61 repairs

The City Council approved the FY2026 budget as presented, with a tentative ad valorem millage rate of 6.5 mils, a 13.23% increase over the rolled-back rate. The budget includes $1.5 million in cuts, a fire assessment, and maintains $2.6 million in reserves. The council also approved the first reading of the budget ordinance and extended the fire services interlocal agreement with Hernando County through December 1, 2025.

• Approved FY2026 budget as presented (4-1)
• Approved Resolution 2025-18 setting tentative millage rate at 6.5 mils (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1003 on first reading, final reading set for Sept 15 (4-1)
• Approved extension of fire services interlocal agreement with Hernando County through Dec 1, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved ladder truck repairs budget amendment (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Brooksville City Council will hold a regular meeting on August 18, 2025, to discuss and vote on several key items, including a resolution to impose special assessments for fire protection services, a rezoning request from agricultural to planned development, and contracts for water treatment chemicals and sewer inspection software. The meeting will also include a public hearing on these land-use decisions and updates to employee policies.

• Resolution No. 2025-15: Imposition and collection of Special Assessments to fund Fire Protection Services
• Ordinance No. 1000 (RZ 2025-02): Rezoning request from AG to PDP-GS for Hernando County property
• Ordinance No. 1001: Second reading to create Milkaway Community Development District
• Approval of contracts for chlorine gas cylinders for water treatment ($ undisclosed) and PipeTech software for sewer camera van ($ undisclosed)
• Consideration of Addendum to current law enforcement contract

The Council approved a motion to direct staff and the city attorney to draft a proposed agreement for consolidating fire services with Hernando County and to negotiate a mutual aid agreement. The vote was 4-1, with Council Member McKethan voting no. The Council also approved a fire protection assessment resolution (4-1), created the Milkaway Community Development District (4-1), and approved a rezoning for Hernando County (5-0).

• Approved Resolution 2025-15 imposing fire protection assessments for FY 2025-26 (4-1)
• Approved Ordinance 1001 creating the Milkaway Community Development District (4-1)
• Approved Ordinance 1000 rezoning 24.8 acres at 19450 Oliver Street from AG to PDP-GS (5-0)
• Granted relief from $44,250 in code enforcement fines for 110 and 114 S. Brooksville Ave (4-1)
• Approved Resolution 2025-13 for Halloween Howl road closures (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-14 for Fancy Flea Pop Up Street Fair road closures (5-0)
• Approved applying for $24M FDEP Resilient Florida grant for wastewater and vulnerability assessment (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-16 updating the employee policy manual (4-1)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to elect a chair and vice chair and approve previous meeting minutes. The body will also conduct a quasi-judicial proceeding regarding a rezoning request for the Brooksville Housing Authority and Summit Villas Senior, LLLP.

• Ordinance Number 999 – RZ 2025-03: Rezoning request by Darryl W. Johnston for Brooksville Housing Authority and Summit Villas Senior, LLLP

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 4-0 to recommend City Council approval of Ordinance 999, rezoning two parcels (6.28 acres) at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Hale Avenue from R-3 to PDP-MF for a 112-unit age-restricted (62+) multifamily development. The recommendation includes 14 conditions covering setbacks, building height (max 55 feet), buffers, access drives, and utility requirements. The item will go before City Council on September 15, 2025 at 7:00 PM.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance 999 rezoning 6.28 acres from R-3 to PDP-MF (4-0)
• Approved up to 112 multifamily dwelling units for senior (62+) housing
• Set maximum building height at 55 feet
• Required minimum 50-foot setback along MLK Jr. Blvd and 75-foot along Hale Ave
• Required 5-foot buffer with fencing and landscaping along property boundaries
• Approved one access drive on MLK Jr. Blvd and one on Hale Ave
• Elected Lee Johnson as Chair and Jim Ressel as Vice Chair (4-0)
• Postponed approval of April, June, and July minutes to September 10 meeting

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on creating the Milkaway Community Development District and updating zoning for roosters and a specific land use petition. The body will also discuss employee benefits and road closures for upcoming city events.

• Ordinance 1001: Creation of the Milkaway Community Development District
• Ordinance 1000: Rezoning request from AG to PDP-GS
• Ordinance 1002: Amending rules to permit roosters in the Agricultural Zoning District
• Resolution 2025-012: 2025 update to the Hernando County Local Mitigation Strategy
• Requests to FDOT to close state roadways for Halloween Howl (Oct 25) and The Fancy Flea Pop Up Street Fair (Nov 1)

The Brooksville City Council approved the renewal of employee medical and dental benefits with Cigna, including reduced rates, by a 4-1 vote. The Council also approved the first reading of an ordinance to rezone approximately 24.8 acres at 19450 Oliver Street from Agricultural to PDP-GS for Hernando County Animal Services, with amendments. Additionally, the Council denied an ordinance to permit roosters in the Agricultural Zoning District.

• Approved Cigna benefits renewal with reduced rates (4-1)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1001 creating Milkaway Community Development District (4-1)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1000 rezoning 24.8 acres at 19450 Oliver Street to PDP-GS for Hernando County Animal Services (5-0)
• Denied first reading of Ordinance 1002 permitting roosters in Agricultural Zoning District (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-012, the Hernando County Local Mitigation Strategy 2025 update (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-13 to request FDOT closure of Broad and Jefferson Streets for Halloween Howl (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-14 to request FDOT closure of Broad and Jefferson Streets for Fancy Flea Pop-Up Street Fair (5-0)
• Approved addendum with Bryant Miller Olive for specialized pension legal services (5-0)

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will meet to establish a tentative millage rate and review the Capital Improvement Plan. The body is also seeking approval for a recent compensation study to address the city's pay structure.

• Approval of compensation study for city pay structure
• Setting of tentative millage rate
• Presentation on Capital Improvement Plan
• DPW/Utilities presentation covering water, wastewater, sanitation, and fleet
• Presentations by Hernando County Fire Department and City Fire Department

The Brooksville City Council set a tentative millage rate of 6.5 for FY2026 (3-2), approved the Evergreen compensation study with a hybrid model (4-1), and approved purchasing a new garbage truck and switching solid waste disposal to Hernando County (4-1). A motion to consolidate the City Fire Department with Hernando County failed for lack of a second, but the Council unanimously requested a joint meeting with the County Commission to discuss fire services.

• Set tentative millage rate at 6.5 (3-2)
• Approved Evergreen compensation study hybrid model with line-item adjustments (4-1)
• Approved purchase of new garbage truck and switch to Hernando County landfill (4-1)
• Motion to consolidate City Fire Department with Hernando County failed for lack of a second
• Requested joint meeting with Hernando County BOCC to discuss fire services (5-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a first reading of an ordinance to create the Milkaway Community Development District. The body will also consider implementing a city employee compensation study and review cost recovery options for fire services.

• First reading of Ordinance Number 1001 to create the Milkaway Community Development District
• Consideration of Compensation Study Implementation for City Employees
• Appointment of Richard Ross to the Planning and Zoning Commission
• Request to modify tree removal conditions for two Live Oaks at 460 Hale
• Review of lease and purchase options for a backhoe and mini excavator for Streets and Drainage

The City Council voted 4-1 to approve a fire assessment at 100% cost recovery, which will increase residential rates by about 97% to $356 per dwelling unit. The council also tabled the Milkaway Community Development District ordinance for further review, and postponed a decision on the employee compensation study until the July 28 budget meeting. Additionally, they approved the purchase of a backhoe and mini excavator for $204,924, and added an alternate to the Beautification Board.

• Approved fire assessment at 100% cost recovery (4-1)
• Tabled Milkaway Community Development District ordinance until Aug 4 (5-0)
• Postponed compensation study decision to July 28 budget meeting (5-0)
• Appointed Richard Ross to Planning and Zoning Commission (5-0)
• Approved purchase of backhoe and mini excavator for $204,924 (5-0)
• Added alternate to Beautification Board (5-0)
• Directed staff to consult arborist and engineer on tree hazard at 460 Hale (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to elect a chair and vice chair and review two rezoning requests. The body will also consider an amendment to allow roosters in Agriculture zoning districts.

• Ordinance 999 (RZ 2025-03): Rezoning request by Darryl W. Johnston for Brooksville Housing Authority and Summit Villas Senior, LLLP
• Ordinance 1000 (RZ 2025-02): Rezoning request by Hernando County for 19450 Oliver Street
• Proposed amendment to Ordinance 977 to allow roosters in Agriculture zoning districts

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 4-0 to recommend approval of Ordinance 1000, rezoning a 24.9-acre parcel at 19450 Oliver Street from AG to PDP-GS to allow Hernando County Animal Services to expand its existing shelter. The commission also voted 4-0 to recommend approval of an amendment to Ordinance 977 to allow roosters in Agriculture zoning districts. A rezoning request for Summit Villas Senior (Ordinance 999) was rescheduled to the August 13 meeting, and the election of chair/vice chair and approval of prior minutes were postponed to that date.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance 1000 rezoning 24.9 acres at 19450 Oliver Street to PDP-GS for animal shelter expansion (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 977 amendment to allow roosters in Agriculture zoning districts (4-0)
• Rescheduled Ordinance 999 (Summit Villas Senior rezoning) to August 13 meeting (4-0)
• Postponed election of chair and vice chair to August 13
• Postponed approval of April 9 and June 11, 2025 minutes to August 13

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hear presentations regarding a fire assessment and a proposal for the county to assume fire services and related costs. The body will also consider a lien relief request and a contract for water reclamation facility expansion.

• Presentation on proposed county assumption of fire services and related costs
• Award of Engineering Design Services for William S. Smith WRF Expansion to Coastal Engineering Associates, Inc.
• Request for relief from a Code Enforcement lien at 614 Hendricks Avenue
• Request to replace two air conditioning units at City Hall
• Approval of Edward Byrne Memorial JAG funds distribution for FY 2024

The City Council unanimously awarded Coastal Engineering Associates, Inc. the engineering design services contract for the William S. Smith Water Reclamation Facility expansion, which will increase capacity from 1.9 to 3.0 million gallons per day. The Council also unanimously approved replacing two air conditioning units at City Hall for $125,000 and approved the consent agenda. A decision on the fire assessment was postponed to the next meeting, and the Council discussed a potential consolidation of fire services with Hernando County, directing staff to coordinate a proposal for the July 28 budget meeting.

• Awarded engineering design services for William S. Smith Water Reclamation Facility expansion to Coastal Engineering Associates, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved replacement of two air conditioning units at City Hall for $125,000 (5-0)
• Approved the consent agenda, including meeting minutes and Edward Byrne Memorial JAG funds distribution (5-0)
• Approved the agenda as presented (5-0)
• Removed Vose Law Firm contract from future contract discussion (5-0)
• Postponed decision on fire assessment rates to next meeting
• Directed staff to coordinate with Hernando County on a fire services consolidation proposal for the July 28 budget meeting

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting to receive presentations on city grants and various department updates. The council will also discuss the millage rate.

• Discussion of Millage Rate
• Grants Update presentation by George Popovich
• Departmental presentations including Finance, Human Resources, and Parks and Recreation
• Discussion of Fire Assessment Status (Fire Department - Fund 143)
• Public Works updates regarding Building/Facilities and Streets/Drainage

The City Council held a special meeting to review proposed departmental budgets for FY 2025-2026. Through discussions, the Council approved various reductions totaling $1,376,722.14, which the Mayor stated would align with a 7.25 millage rate. The Council also voted to reduce its own budget to only legally required items and to bring contracts for the Sheriff's Department, Vose Law Firm, and Rubin Turnbull for review at an upcoming meeting. No final millage rate was set.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved motion to reduce City Council budget to only legally required items (5-0)
• Approved motion to bring HCSO, Vose Law Firm, and Rubin Turnbull contracts for review at upcoming meeting (4-1)
• Consensus to cut $128,088 from IT budget, including Leadership Hernando funding
• Consensus to remove $108,000 for temporary fire station mobile home from Fire Department budget
• Consensus to reduce General Government promotional activities by $5,000
• Consensus to cut $149,819.84 from Parks and Recreation budget
• Consensus to cut $180,594.84 from Public Works Streets/Drainage budget

City Council Workshop Meeting

The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss short and long-term needs for the Brooksville Fire Department. The council will also hold a discussion regarding quarry property.

• Brooksville Fire Department future plans and needs for life, safety, and welfare
• Discussion regarding Quarry Property

This was a workshop meeting, so no formal votes or decisions were made. The Council heard a detailed presentation from District Chief Alaimo on the Fire Department's short- and long-term needs, including options for advanced life support (ALS) services, funding mechanisms, and cost estimates. Council members discussed the possibility of a millage rate increase to keep the department and requested that the County be invited to present its own proposal for taking over fire services. The Quarry property item was removed from the agenda.

• Removed Quarry property item from agenda (unanimous)
• Allowed Fire Department to exceed 15-minute presentation limit (unanimous)
• Requested County presentation on taking over fire services (discussed, no vote)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will conduct a public hearing for a rezoning ordinance and consider a lien release for a property on Hendricks Avenue. The body will also discuss revisions to the historic district ordinance and the renewal of engineering services contracts.

• Second reading of Ordinance Number 984 (RZ 2024-01) for NVR, Inc./Ryan Homes
• Request for relief from a Code Enforcement lien at 614 Hendricks Avenue
• Renewal of Continuing Engineering Services Contracts for a one-year term
• Appointment of Richard Weeks to the Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authority
• Discussion of draft historic district ordinance revisions

The Brooksville City Council approved on second and final reading Ordinance 984, rezoning approximately 462.3 acres south of Southern Hills Boulevard from PDP-R and Hernando County AG to City of Brooksville PDP-R for a residential development by NVR, Inc./Ryan Homes. The vote was unanimous (4-0) with Council Member Erhard absent. The council also continued a code enforcement lien relief request, sent draft historic district ordinance revisions to the Planning and Zoning Commission, renewed engineering services contracts, and appointed Richard Weeks as an alternate voting member to the Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authority.

• Approved Ordinance 984 rezoning 462.3 acres to PDP-R (4-0)
• Continued lien relief request for 614 Hendricks Avenue to July 7 meeting (unanimous)
• Sent draft Historic District Ordinance revisions to Planning and Zoning Commission (unanimous)
• Renewed continuing engineering services contracts for one year (unanimous)
• Appointed Richard Weeks as alternate voting member to WRWSA (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to elect a chairman and review a development petition. The primary focus is a request for preliminary plat approval for a specific subdivision project.

• Preliminary Plat Approval for Phase 1A, 1B and 1C Milk A-Way Subdivision

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 3-0 to recommend approval of the preliminary plat for Phase 1A, 1B, and 1C of the Milk A-Way Subdivision, which includes 189 single-family homes and 177 townhomes on about 206 acres at Croom Road and US 41. The recommendation goes to the City Council with conditions, including school concurrency, utility agreements, and time limits for final plats. The commission also postponed a rezoning request (Ordinance 994) to August 13, 2025, and postponed approval of April minutes and election of a chair until July 9, 2025.

• Approved preliminary plat for Milk A-Way Subdivision Phase 1A, 1B, 1C (3-0)
• Postponed Ordinance 994 rezoning to August 13, 2025 (3-0)
• Postponed approval of April 9, 2025 minutes to July 9, 2025
• Postponed election of chairman to July 9, 2025

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss utility services for a new apartment development and hold public hearings on land use and annexation ordinances. The meeting also includes appointments to city boards and presentations from county officials.

• Utility Service Agreement for Arden Apartments at Cortez Blvd and Candlelight Blvd
• First Reading Continued: Ordinance 984—RZ 2024-01 (NVR, Inc./Ryan Homes)
• Second Reading: Ordinance No. 690-A regarding Milk-A-Way Farms/Croom Road Land Holdings, LLC
• Discussion of Ordinance No. 956 regarding Large Group Feeding in Parks
• Reappointment of Cliff Manuel to the Brooksville Housing Authority

The Brooksville City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 984, a rezoning of approximately 462.3 acres south of Southern Hills Boulevard, east of U.S. 41 and north of Powell Road, from PDP-R and AG to PDP-R. The approval includes amendments for a berm on Powell Road, an additional buffer on the "M" region, donation of land for a potential fire station, and staff recommendations. The vote was 4-1, with Council Member Betty Erhard voting nay. The second reading is scheduled for June 16, 2025.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 984 (rezoning 462.3 acres) with amendments (4-1)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 690-A correcting annexation legal description (unanimous)
• Approved Utility Service Agreement with Arden Apartments developer for water/wastewater (unanimous)
• Reappointed Cliff Manuel to Brooksville Housing Authority through June 30, 2029 (unanimous)
• Approved offering Hernando County a 60-day transition period for Chinsegut Hill Retreat sublease (3-2)
• Approved consent agenda including May 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Moved Hernando County Property Appraiser presentation to June 16, 2025 meeting
• Accepted $10,000 donation from HYL for basketball court upkeep

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on several land-use ordinances, including a prohibition on new car washes, self-storage facilities, and medical marijuana treatment centers. The body will also consider right-of-way vacations and a contract for a pump station replacement project.

• Ordinance No. 997: Prohibition of additional car washes, self-storage facilities, and medical marijuana treatment centers
• Ordinance No. 996: Comprehensive Plan Amendment for a low-density residential land use category
• Contract award to U.S. Water Services Corporation for Cortez Blvd (SR 50) Pump Station Replacement Project
• Resolution No. 2025-08: Approval of updated miscellaneous fee rates
• Petitions to vacate right-of-way at F Street and near Whitfield Avenue

The City Council approved a $2,389,769.02 contract with U.S. Water Services Corporation to replace the Cortez Blvd (SR 50) Pump Station, a critical wastewater lift station. The Council also approved on second reading an ordinance prohibiting new car washes, self-storage facilities, and medical marijuana treatment centers, and approved a comprehensive plan amendment creating a low-density residential land use category. Two right-of-way vacations were approved, and the Council acknowledged the expiration of a 2005 development agreement with Majestic Oaks Partners.

• Awarded $2,389,769.02 Cortez Blvd Pump Station Replacement contract to U.S. Water Services Corporation (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 997 prohibiting new car washes, self-storage, and medical marijuana treatment centers (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 996 creating low-density residential land use category (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-09 vacating right-of-way in Manuel/David subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-10 vacating F Street right-of-way, reserving utility easement (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 690-A correcting annexation legal description (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-08 updating miscellaneous water/wastewater fees (unanimous)
• Acknowledged expiration of Majestic Oaks Partners development agreement (4-0, Bronson recused)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold first readings of two ordinances: one creating a low-density residential land use category, and another prohibiting new car washes, self-storage facilities, and medical marijuana treatment centers. They will also acknowledge the expiration of a development agreement with Majestic Oaks Partners and discuss setting Fire Department and General Fund budget meeting dates.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 997 to prohibit new car washes, self-storage facilities, and medical marijuana treatment centers.
• First reading of Comprehensive Plan Amendment Ordinance No. 996 to create a low-density residential land use category.
• Public hearing to acknowledge expiration of development agreement between City and Majestic Oaks Partners, LLC.
• First Amendment to Interlocal Agreement with Hernando County Property Appraiser regarding ad valorem assessments.
• Resolution No. 2025-07 setting time restrictions for hearings and presentations.

The Brooksville City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 997, which would prohibit the construction of new car washes, self-storage facilities, and medical marijuana treatment centers. The council also approved the first reading of a comprehensive plan amendment creating a low-density residential land use category. Both items will have their second and final readings on May 19, 2025. The council also approved a resolution setting time limits for public comments and hearings.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 997 to prohibit new car washes, self-storage, and medical marijuana treatment centers (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 996 to create a low-density residential land use category (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-07 setting time restrictions for hearings and presentations (4-1)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes from April 7 and April 21 meetings (5-0)
• Approved agenda as amended, moving HYL presentation and Property Appraiser agreement to May 19 (5-0)
• Acknowledged expiration of Majestic Oaks Partners development agreement; second hearing set for May 19 (4-0, Bronson recused)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Brooksville City Council will meet to discuss the employment contract for City Manager Lisa Hendrickson and a utility service agreement for a proposed subdivision. The body will also consider a lease for Chinsegut Hill Plantation and a union agreement amendment for firefighters.

• Utility Service Agreement for 762 ERUs in the proposed Majestic Oaks Subdivision
• City Manager contract for Lisa Hendrickson
• Sole source contract with Ferguson Enterprises, LLC for meters, registers, and hydrants
• Lease extension or termination with Hernando County for Chinsegut Hill Plantation
• Resolution No. 2025-07 regarding time restrictions for hearings and presentations

The Brooksville City Council approved a contract with Lisa Hendrickson as the new City Manager at $130,000 annually, effective April 30, 2025. It also approved a Utility Service Agreement for 762 ERUs for the Majestic Oaks Subdivision, with $2,169,600 in connection fees, despite Vice Mayor Bronson's recusal. A change order for Tom Varn Park restroom renovations and a sole source contract with Ferguson Enterprises were also approved. The council deferred action on the Chinsegut Hill lease, directing staff to discuss with Hernando County and revisit after the county's May 27 decision.

• Approved City Manager contract with Lisa Hendrickson, $130,000/year (unanimous)
• Approved Utility Service Agreement for Majestic Oaks, 762 ERUs, $2,169,600 in fees (4-0, Bronson recused)
• Approved $17,497.86 change order for Tom Varn Park restroom renovation (unanimous)
• Approved sole source contract with Ferguson Enterprises for meters, hydrants (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including March 29, 2025 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Firefighters Local #4661 Union Agreement (unanimous)
• Deferred Chinsegut Hill lease decision; directed staff to discuss with Hernando County
• Tabled Resolution 2025-07 on time restrictions for hearings; to be revised and brought back May 5

City Council Special Meeting

This special meeting is primarily a ceremonial session to issue a proclamation recognizing Volunteer Appreciation Month and honoring city volunteers. The agenda also includes routine procedural items such as agenda approval, citizen input, and reports from the city manager and council. No major policy decisions, ordinances, or financial actions are scheduled.

• Proclamation declaring Volunteer Appreciation Month and recognition of City of Brooksville volunteers

The Brooksville City Council met in a special session on April 21, 2025, primarily to recognize volunteers and board members with proclamations and certificates of appreciation. The agenda was approved unanimously (5-0), and no other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 7:02 pm.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Brooksville Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss and possibly make recommendations on three items: a rezoning request for a property from PDP-MU to PDP-MU, a new low-density land use category on the city border (Ordinance 995), and a prohibition on new car washes, self-storage facilities, and medical marijuana treatment centers (Ordinance 996). The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a period for public input.

• Rezoning request by Hawk Land Investors New, LLC for Majestic Oaks Partners and American Collegiate Academy (Ordinance 994, RZ 2025-01 — from PDP-MU to PDP-MU)
• Recommendation on Ordinance 995 to create a new low-density land use category on the city border
• Recommendation on Ordinance 996 to prohibit new car washes, self-storage facilities, and medical marijuana treatment centers
• Approval of minutes from February 12, 2025
• Public input period (3 minutes per speaker)

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 4-0 to recommend Ordinance 995, creating a low-density residential land use category for annexed properties along the city border, with densities capped at 2 dwelling units per acre. The Commission also voted 4-0 to recommend Ordinance 996, prohibiting new car washes, self-storage facilities, and medical marijuana treatment centers. Both recommendations will go to the City Council on May 5th. The Commission also voted 4-0 to continue a rezoning request (Ordinance 994) to the June 11, 2025 meeting due to an expired development agreement.

• Recommended Ordinance 995 creating low-density land use category (4-0)
• Recommended Ordinance 996 prohibiting new car washes, self-storage, and medical marijuana treatment centers (4-0)
• Continued rezoning Ordinance 994 to June 11, 2025 meeting (4-0)
• Approved February 12, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will select a City Manager candidate and direct staff to enter contract negotiations. They will also consider utility service agreements for Majestic Oaks Phase 1, purchase water meters for Leyland Preserve, and award a contract for the Markham Lane Water Line Replacement Project. A presentation on stormwater management and MS4 permit requirements is scheduled.

• Selection of City Manager and direction to enter contract negotiations
• Utility Service Agreement with Majestic Oaks Phase 1
• Purchase of 250 water meters and hardware for Leyland Preserve development
• Award of contract for Markham Lane Water Line Replacement Project
• Authorization for Mayor to sign required response to Governor's DOGE Team letter

The City Council voted unanimously to hire Lisa Hendrickson as City Manager and appointed Council Member Hallal to negotiate her contract. The Council also approved the purchase of 250 water meters for Leyland Preserve, awarded the Markham Lane water line replacement contract to Carl Hankins, Inc., and continued the Majestic Oaks utility service agreement pending a hold harmless agreement. Several proclamations were read and the consent agenda was approved.

• Selected Lisa Hendrickson as City Manager (5-0)
• Appointed Council Member Hallal to negotiate Hendrickson's contract (5-0)
• Approved $78,230.50 purchase of 250 water meters for Leyland Preserve (5-0)
• Awarded Markham Lane water line replacement contract to Carl Hankins, Inc. for $187,928.50 (5-0)
• Continued Majestic Oaks utility service agreement until next meeting pending hold harmless agreement (4-0, Bronson recused)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and surplus sanitation truck (5-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign DOGE Team letter response (5-0)