DeSoto County public meetings in 2024
59 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing for final adoption of an ordinance prohibiting camping or sleeping on county buildings, grounds, streets, and rights-of-way. Other public hearings include a development agreement for SW Liverpool Road, several subdivision plats, and a rezoning. The board will also consider a budget amendment, contract awards, and the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee's housing incentive strategies report.
- Second reading and adoption of ordinance prohibiting public camping or sleeping on county property and public ways
- Second reading of development agreement for SW Liverpool Road
- Resolution approving Neversail Acres subdivision plat (PLAT-0173-2024)
- Resolution approving Thomas Estates major plat (PLAT-0162-2024)
- Ordinance for rezoning by Cody & Emma Fussell (RZNE-0058-2024)
The Board of County Commissioners approved a ban on public camping and sleeping in county buildings, streets, and rights-of-way to implement State HB 1365. Other key actions included approving a road paving agreement for SW Liverpool Road and appointing a new Assistant County Administrator.
- Adopted ordinance prohibiting public camping or sleeping on county buildings, grounds, streets, and sidewalks (unanimous)
- Approved second reading of Development Agreement with Charlotte Harbor Landing, LLC to pave SW Liverpool Road (unanimous)
- Confirmed appointment of Justin Smith as Assistant County Administrator (unanimous)
- Approved 2024 Housing Incentive Strategies Report (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution amending the 2024/2025 Fiscal Year Budget (unanimous)
- Approved minor plat for Neversail Acres Subdivision (unanimous)
- Appointed Lynn Banish to the Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment (unanimous)
- Approved interagency Work Squad Agreement renewal with Florida Department of Corrections (unanimous)
Tourism Development Council
The Tourism Development Council will review a marketing matching grant application for the Arcadia Youth Rodeo Association. The body will also receive a tourist development revenue update and a presentation by Sondra Guffey.
- Review of Arcadia Youth Rodeo Association Marketing Matching Grant Application
- Review of Marketing Matching Grant Resolution
- Tourist Development Revenue Update
The Tourism Development Council approved the August 20, 2024 meeting minutes and tabled a marketing grant request from the Arcadia Youth Rodeo Association for further discussion. The council also reviewed proposed changes to the Marketing Matching Grant Resolution and received a presentation on economic development strategies.
- Approved August 20, 2024 meeting minutes (All approved)
- Tabled Arcadia Youth Rodeo Association $3,000 marketing matching grant application (All approved)
Planning Commission
The DeSoto County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with two main action items: a rezoning request (Ordinance RZNE-0058-2024) by Cody & Emma Fussell, and a resolution to approve the Thomas Estates Major Plat (PLAT-0162-2024). The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and proof of publication.
- Public hearing and vote on Ordinance RZNE-0058-2024 – rezoning request by Cody & Emma Fussell
- Public hearing and vote on Resolution PLAT-0162-2024 – Thomas Estates Major Plat approval
- Approval of meeting minutes from September, October, and November 2024
- Proof of Publication 24-586 filed by the Administrator
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will meet to consider a resolution regarding variance request VAR-0003-2024 submitted by John and Pauline Lipe. The board will determine whether to approve or deny the request based on the provided staff report.
- Variance request VAR-0003-2024 for John and Pauline Lipe
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will consider a first reading of an ordinance prohibiting public camping or sleeping on county buildings, grounds, streets, sidewalks, and rights-of-way. Other notable actions include a rezoning request for the Hudson Ranch development, a settlement amendment with Mosaic Fertilizer, and multiple budget amendments for fiscal years 2023/2024 and 2024/2025. The consent agenda contains several contract amendments and grant agreements, including homeless services with DeSoto Cares and an emergency management performance grant.
- Ordinance first reading: Prohibiting public camping or sleeping on county property and public ways
- Hudson Land & Cattle LLC rezoning and comprehensive plan text amendment (COMP-0008-2023, RZNE-0047-2023)
- Amendment 2 to settlement agreement between Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC and DeSoto County
- Budget amendments for FY 2023/2024 and FY 2024/2025 including carryovers and Hurricane Ian funds
- Presentation of 2022/2023 audited financial statements
The Board of County Commissioners approved budget amendments for fiscal years 2023/2024 and 2024/2025. They also approved a second amendment to a settlement agreement with Mosaic Fertilizer and elected new leadership for the coming year.
- Approved 2022/2023 audited financial statements (unanimous)
- Adopted budget amendments for FY 2023/2024 (unanimous)
- Adopted budget amendments for FY 2024/2025 (unanimous)
- Declared 11212 SW Cedar Avenue as surplus property for sale (unanimous)
- Approved contract with Gilliam Construction, LLC for S.W. Georgia Street culvert replacement (unanimous)
- Approved Amendment 2 of the Mosaic Fertilizer settlement agreement (4-1)
- Elected Commissioner Deriso as Chairman and Commissioner Hickox as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
- Scheduled public hearing for Dec 17, 2024, to vacate NE Oltmanns Street right of way (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Economic Development Advisory Committee
The committee approved the minutes from July 25, 2024. Members discussed a proposed Rapid Response Team to expedite permitting for targeted industries and reviewed a strategic plan for economic development. Plans were also presented for an Economic Development Summit on January 29, 2025.
- Approved minutes of July 25, 2024 (All Approved)
Planning Commission
The DeSoto County Planning Commission will consider three action items: a resolution for a special use permit for T&T Environmental LLC, a transmittal of a comprehensive plan text amendment (county-initiated, related to Floor Area Ratio), and an ordinance amending Land Development Regulation sections 20-135 and 20-137 (commercial regulations). The meeting also includes routine items like proof of publication and minutes approval.
- Resolution for T&T Environmental LLC special use permit (USE-0186-2024)
- Transmittal of county-initiated Comprehensive Plan text amendment (FAR-related)
- Ordinance amending Land Development Regulation Sections 20-135 and 20-137 (commercial)
- Proof of Publication 24-539
- Public hearing for non-agenda items
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will vote on consent items including a revised pay plan, education services agreement, surplus declaration, and contract amendments. Regular business includes proclamations for Red Ribbon Week and Domestic Violence Awareness Month, budget amendments for fiscal years 2023/2024 and 2024/2025, extending the local state of emergency, and selecting county attorney services. The main focus is a series of public hearings on comprehensive plan amendments, rezoning ordinances, and special use permits for properties including Hudson Land & Cattle, CEB Management Services, Eugene H. Turner & Son, and MHC Riverside II LLC.
- Resolution extending the local state of emergency
- Budget amendments for FY2023/2024 and FY2024/2025 including capital projects and road projects
- Rezoning and comprehensive plan amendment for Hudson Land & Cattle (Hudson Ranch) – COMP-0008-2023 and RZNE-0047-2023
- Rezoning and comprehensive plan amendment for CEB Management Services (Burnett) – COMP-0009-2024 and RZNE-0052-2024
- Rezoning for MHC Riverside II LLC (Riverside RV park) – RZNE-0053-2024
The Board appointed Nabors Giblin and Nickerson P.A. as County Attorney and extended the local State of Emergency. Several budget amendments for fiscal years 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 were adopted. The Board also approved multiple comprehensive plan amendments and zoning requests.
- Approved engagement letter for County Attorney Services with Nabors Giblin and Nickerson P.A. (Unanimous)
- Adopted resolution extending the local State of Emergency (Unanimous)
- Approved budget amendments for Fiscal Year 2023/2024 (Unanimous)
- Approved budget amendments for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 (Unanimous)
- Approved MOA between City and County for debris removal and monitoring (Unanimous)
- Approved Comp Plan Amendment and ordinance for CEB Management Services, LLC (Unanimous)
- Approved Comp Plan Amendment and special exception for Eugene H. Turner & Son, Inc. (Unanimous)
- Approved Consent Agenda including revised pay plan and USF education services agreement (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to interview law firms for county attorney services and will receive a presentation from DeSoto NGN. No other business is scheduled.
- Law firm interviews for County Attorney Services
- DeSoto NGN presentation
The Board held a special meeting to hear presentations from two law firms, Nabors Giblin & Nickerson and Vose Law Firm, regarding county attorney services. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during the meeting.
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss timeline and options for CR 769 (Kings Hwy) with the Florida Department of Transportation. No formal decisions are expected at this workshop.
- Workshop discussion with FDOT on CR 769/Kings Hwy timeline and options
The Board held a workshop with the Florida Department of Transportation regarding the reconstruction of CR 769 (Kings Highway). No formal votes were taken. The Board requested updated cost estimates for the project that exclude sidewalks and shared-use paths.
- Requested re-run of construction costs without sidewalks and shared-use paths
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will consider a resolution declaring a local state of emergency due to Hurricane Milton. Consent agenda includes approval of contracts, equipment purchases, and budget amendments for fiscal years 2023/2024 and 2024/2025. Several proclamations and a housing assistance plan are also on the agenda.
- Resolution declaring a local state of emergency for Hurricane Milton
- Purchase of Gradall excavator, Freightliner 750 crew cab with dump body, and Ford F250 4x4 crew cab truck
- Letter of agreement with AHCA for Medicaid managed care supplemental payments for SFY 2024-2025
- Resolution to leverage SHIP funds for CDBG and approval of Housing Assistance Plan (HAP)
- Contract amendments for CDBG Middle School Generator engineering and Weiler Engineering King and Baker drainage project
The Board adopted a resolution declaring a local state of emergency for Hurricane Milton. They also approved several infrastructure contracts, budget amendments for two fiscal years, and a variety of equipment purchases.
- Adopted resolution declaring a local state of emergency (5-0)
- Approved MOU between property appraiser and County for GIS personal property (5-0)
- Approved contract change order #1 for S.W. Wells Ave Road Resurfacing (5-0)
- Approved agreement with Johnson Engineering Inc for three FDOT LAP sidewalks (5-0)
- Approved resolution for FFY 2023 Small Cities CDBG Housing Rehabilitation application (5-0)
- Adopted budget amendments for Fiscal Year 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 (5-0)
- Approved amendment 2 for Weiler Engineering for King and Baker Drainage Project (5-0)
- Approved purchase of Gradall Excavator, Freightliner crew truck, and Ford F250 (5-0)
Tourism Development Council
The Tourism Development Council is meeting to review a marketing matching grant application for the Arcadia Youth Rodeo Association. The body will also receive updates on the Florida Wild Campaign and discuss birding in DeSoto County.
- Arcadia Youth Rodeo Association Marketing Matching Grant Application
- Florida Wild Campaign update
- Discussion on birding in DeSoto County
Value Adjustment Board
The DeSoto County Value Adjustment Board holds an organizational meeting to approve a legal services agreement with Collins, elect a chairperson, and ratify the $15 petition filing fee. The board will also discuss Florida's property tax system and set tentative hearing dates. This is largely procedural and administrative business.
- Legal Counsel Agreement 24-413 with Collins for 2024-25
- Resolution to ratify a VAB petition filing fee of $15.00
- Election of Chairperson
- Discussion of Florida's Property Tax System and participant roles
- Public comment and tentative hearing dates
The Board ratified the appointment of Connie Collins as legal counsel and approved a $15 petition filing fee. The Board also elected Commissioner Deriso as chairperson and tentatively set hearing dates for January 2025.
- Approved Legal Services Agreement for Connie Collins (Unanimous)
- Ratified Connie Collins as legal counsel for the VAB (Unanimous)
- Elected Commissioner Deriso as chairperson (Unanimous)
- Appointed legal counsel to make decisions on petition late files
- Ratified $15.00 VAB petition filing fee (Unanimous)
- Tentatively set hearing dates for January 7, 14, and 15, 2025
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider several ordinances and resolutions regarding zoning changes and comprehensive plan amendments. The meeting includes requests from private developers and trustees for land use and excavation approvals.
- Rezoning request RZNE-0056-2024 for Lucky and Wendy Muse Trustees
- Comprehensive plan amendment COMP-0010-2024 and land use requests USE-0157-2023 and USE-0158-2023 for Eugene H. Turner & Son, Inc.
- Comprehensive plan amendment COMP-0009-2024 and rezoning RZNE-0052-2024 for CEB Management Services, LLC
- Rezoning request RZNE-0053-2024 for MHC Riverside II LLC regarding Riverside RV
Economic Development Advisory Committee
The DeSoto County Economic Development Advisory Committee will review and discuss several development-related topics, including a follow-up on impact fees, a rapid response team proposal, and a broadband update. The committee will also consider minutes from July 25, 2024, and hear public and committee comments. No final decisions are expected as this is an advisory body.
- Impact Fees Discussion Follow Up (24-471)
- Rapid Response Team discussion (24-472)
- Broadband Update (24-473)
- Development Update (24-470)
- Real Estate & Business Summit (24-474)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will decide on the final budget, millage rates, and Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2024-2025. The meeting includes several public hearings regarding land plats and a zoning ordinance. The Board will also consider contracts for infrastructure repairs and a local state of emergency for Tropical Storm Helene.
- Final Budget and Millage Rates for FY 2024-2025
- Resolution declaring a Local State of Emergency for Tropical Storm Helene
- Contract with Diller Ventures, LLC for S.W. Georgia Street Culvert Replacement
- Bid award to Thomas Marine Construction, Inc. for Pine Level Bridge Repair
- Zoning ordinance for Michele Weed (RZNE-0054-2024)
The Board approved final millage rates for the 2024-2025 fiscal year and authorized several infrastructure contracts. They also approved a garbage franchise agreement with Womack Sanitation and three minor plat resolutions. A resolution regarding the State Road 31 extension was tabled.
- Set FY 2024-2025 final millage rates at an aggregate total of 9.7643 mills
- Approved Garbage Franchise Agreement with Womack Sanitation (3-1)
- Approved FEMA-funded culvert replacement contract with Diller Ventures, LLC
- Approved Pine Level Bridge repair contract with Thomas Marine Construction, Inc.
- Approved application for Community Development Block Grant federal fiscal year 2023 cycle
- Adopted resolution adjusting Turner Center fees and policies, removing half rental fees
- Approved third amendment to Peace River Manasota Regional Water Supply Authority contract
- Approved minor plats for Moore Acres, Rhoden Lots on Thigpen, and Albritton Graze
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Public Safety Coordinating Council
The DeSoto County Public Safety Coordinating Council will meet to approve minutes from June 4, 2024, and receive a presentation on DeSoto County Probation & Pretrial Services. Committee comments will follow, with no voting items listed.
- Approval of June 4, 2024 meeting minutes
- Presentation on DeSoto County Probation & Pretrial Services
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a workshop on impact fees, featuring a presentation and discussion. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Impact Fee Workshop including a PowerPoint presentation and attachments
The Board of County Commissioners held a workshop to review the legal framework and history of impact fees. After a presentation and public comment, the Board decided to table the discussion for a later date to gather more details.
- Tabled the implementation of impact fees
Board of County Commissioners
The board will approve a consent agenda with routine grants, agreements, and payables. Regular business includes a resolution opposing Florida's proposed constitutional amendment on abortion, an amendment to the planning and zoning fee schedule, and approval of property and casualty insurance renewal.
- Resolution opposing Proposed Constitutional Amendment 4 concerning abortion
- Amendment to Planning and Zoning Fee Schedule
- Piggyback contract with Evoqua Water Technologies for corrosion and odor control
- Fifth amendment to interlocal agreement with City of Arcadia for purchase of flush water
- Resolution extending tax rolls for 2024
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution opposing a proposed constitutional amendment concerning abortion. Other key actions included updating the Planning and Zoning fee schedule and approving property and casualty insurance renewals for the 2024/2025 fiscal year.
- Approved resolution opposing Amendment 4 concerning abortion (5-0)
- Adopted amendment to Planning and Zoning fee schedule for actual cost recovery (5-0)
- Approved Property and Casualty Insurance Renewal for fiscal year 2024/2025 (5-0)
- Adopted resolution excluding tax notices of $5.00 or less (5-0)
- Adopted resolution extending the 2024 tax rolls (5-0)
- Approved Piggyback contract with Evoqua Water Technologies for Lift Station #7 equipment (5-0)
- Approved fifth amendment to Interlocal Agreement with City of Arcadia for flush water (5-0)
- Approved SHIP Annual Report and Local Housing Incentives Certificate (5-0)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board discussed the curbside garbage collection agreement with Womack Sanitation and the requirement for audits. Board members agreed that the franchise should be audited every year. A formal 10-year agreement with updated language will be brought back to the Board for a future decision.
- Agreed to have the Womack Sanitation franchise audited every year
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners holds a public hearing to adopt tentative millage rates and a tentative budget for fiscal year 2024–2025, and to set the residential solid waste collection and disposal rate for 2024.
- Resolution 2024-2025 Tentative Millage Rates
- Resolution 2024-2025 Tentative Budget
- Resolution/Residential Solid Waste Collection and Disposal Rate 2024
The Board approved a tentative budget of $175,415,592 and set the aggregate ad valorem tax rate at 9.7643 mills. Additionally, the Board established the residential solid waste collection and disposal rate for the 2024-2025 fiscal year.
- Approved 2024/2025 General Operating millage rate of 7.6153, Law Enforcement M.S.T.U. rate of 2.4399, and E.M.S. MSTU rate of 0 (3-2)
- Adopted tentative budget for fiscal year 2024/2025 in the amount of $175,415,592 (3-2)
- Approved residential solid waste collection rate of 228.13 per residence for fiscal year 2024-2025 (4-1)
- Denied motion to set General Operating millage rate at 7.9048 and aggregate total at 10.0538 (2-3)
- Denied motion to adopt tentative budget in the amount of $176,131,680 (3-2)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The DeSoto County Planning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on several land-use items, including a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning for Hudson Land & Cattle LLC (Hudson Ranch), a rezoning for MHC Riverside II LLC (Riverside RV), and a rezoning for Michele Weed. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and proof of publication.
- Resolution and ordinance for Hudson Land & Cattle LLC: comprehensive plan amendment COMP-0008-2023 and rezoning RZNE-0047-2023 (Hudson Ranch)
- Ordinance for MHC Riverside II LLC: rezoning RZNE-0053-2024 (Riverside RV)
- Ordinance for Michele Weed: rezoning RZNE-0054-2024
- Proof of publication for legal ad (24-398)
- Approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from June 4, 2024
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a discussion on the Curbside Garbage Collection Franchise at this meeting. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the item is listed under presentations and discussion.
- Discussion of the Curbside Garbage Collection Franchise
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is conducting a budget workshop to discuss the 2024/2025 budget. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is focused on discussion and review.
- Discussion of the 2024/2025 Budget
Board of County Commissioners
The board will handle consent agenda items including payables, meeting minutes, surplus property, mosquito control budget, watershed contract change, and NG911 grant. Regular business covers wastewater injection well design, building remodel bid, budget amendments, and utility agreement amendments. A public hearing will consider minor plats and a comprehensive plan amendment to allow non-residential uses in low-density residential areas. Quasi-judicial hearings address site plans and rezoning for Rock Wise, Casto/Elliano's, and multiple Land South DeSoto projects.
- Consideration of adding non-residential uses to Low Density Residential Future Land Use Category
- Bid award for building remodel at 815 N. Mills Ave. (SEMCO Construction)
- Land South DeSoto rezoning for Dixie South (RZNE-0049-2024)
- Land South DeSoto site plan for Airport Road (SITE-0144-2024)
- Rock Wise site plan (SITE-0136-2024)
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved development plans for Rock Wise LLC and Elliano's, as well as two minor plats. They also adopted budget amendments for the 2023/2024 fiscal year and approved several utility and service contracts.
- Approved development plan for Rock Wise LLC with restricted hours and muted backup beepers (5-0)
- Approved development plan for Casto JBCC Hwy 70 LLC (Elliano's) (5-0)
- Approved minor plat for East 760 Estates (5-0)
- Approved minor plat for Grantham Colonial Acres (5-0)
- Adopted budget amendments for Transportation-GF Development, Hurricane Idalia, and General Fund-Construction (5-0)
- Approved design and permitting agreement with Kimley-Horn & Associates for Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant (5-0)
- Approved remodel contract with Semco Construction Inc for 815 N. Mills Avenue (5-0)
- Approved name changes to Aleni Air for Phase 1 and Phase 2 utility agreements (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Tourism Development Council
The DeSoto County Tourism Development Council will meet on August 20, 2024, to approve minutes from June and discuss a tourism development revenue update. The council will also talk about expiring member terms and frequently asked questions from tourists for the county website. Public comments and committee/staff comments will be heard.
- Approval of June 18, 2024 meeting minutes
- Tourism development revenue update
- Discussion of TDC member terms ending
- Discussion of FAQs for tourist website
The Tourism Development Council approved funding for more tourism advertising, including the 'Edible Sarasota' magazine. The council also approved updated language for the Tourism Development Marketing Matching Grant requiring state business recognition and FEI certification.
- Approved minutes from June 18, 2024
- Approved funding for additional tourism advertising, including 'Edible Sarasota' magazine
- Approved additional grant revision language requiring state business recognition and FEI certification for Marketing Matching Grant applicants
Board of County Commissioners
The DeSoto County Board of County Commissioners is holding Budget Workshop #3 to discuss the 2024/2025 budget. No specific proposals or decisions are listed; the agenda is limited to a presentation and board comments.
- Discussion of the 2024/2025 Budget
The Board of County Commissioners held a budget workshop to review requests from various county offices and judicial officials. The Board decided to stay at the current millage rate. No other formal votes were recorded.
- Decided to stay at the current millage rate
Board of County Commissioners
The DeSoto County Board of County Commissioners will meet to approve routine financial items, grant agreements, and contracts. Presentations include a status update on DeSoto Memorial Hospital funded by the half-penny sales tax. The board will also discuss opioid settlement fund spending plans for FY 2024-2025.
- Approve $1.2M+ in accounts payable and warrants
- Approve FDLE contract and Emergency Preparedness Grant (EMPA 2024-2025)
- Authorize sidewalk design negotiations with Johnson Engineering, Inc. for FDOT LAP projects
- Approve 2024-2025 group insurance renewal proposal
- Adopt FY 2023/2024 budget amendment (LIHEAP 2024-156)
The Board of County Commissioners approved group insurance for 2024-2025 and a resolution for permanent repairs to the CR 661 Bridge. They also adopted budget amendments for FY 2023/2024 and approved spending plans for opioid settlement funds.
- Approved group insurance plans for 2024-2025 (unanimous)
- Approved FDOT LAP Agreement for permanent repairs of CR 661 Bridge over Bunker Creek (unanimous)
- Adopted budget amendments for Fiscal Year 2023/2024 (unanimous)
- Approved piggyback contract with Seminole County and In Depth, Inc. for utilities cleaning and maintenance (unanimous)
- Approved FY 2024-2025 non-qualified County spending plan for Opioid settlement (unanimous)
- Approved FY 2024-2025 county spending plan for Opioid settlement (unanimous)
- Approved Consent Agenda including FDLE agreement and EMPA grant (unanimous)
- Directed County Administrator to use certified tracking for Planning and Zoning mail notices
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Advisory Committee
The DeSoto County Economic Development Advisory Committee will hear a development update, discuss the Arcadia Community Redevelopment Area, and review a new Economic Development website. The committee will also introduce new Planning & Zoning Director Misty Servia and discuss term lengths for members. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.
- Introduction of new Planning & Zoning Director Misty Servia
- Development Update discussion
- Arcadia Community Redevelopment Area discussion
- Presentation of new Economic Development website
- Discussion of EDAC member terms ending
The committee approved the minutes from May 23, 2024. Members discussed updates to the GoDeSotoFL.com website, a proposed Arcadia Community Redevelopment Area, and the potential creation of an Urban Services Line to preserve agriculture.
- Approved May 23, 2024 meeting minutes
Board of County Commissioners
This is Budget Workshop #2 for the DeSoto County Board of County Commissioners, focused solely on discussion of the 2024/2025 budget. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the agenda consists of a call to order, presentations, budget discussion, board member comments, and adjournment. The meeting is procedural and does not include specific dollar amounts or ordinances.
- Discussion of the 2024/2025 Budget
The Board held a budget workshop to review the 2024/2025 Countywide budget, including the General Fund and various special revenue funds. The Board unanimously approved the maximum millage rates for the trim Ad Valorem and Law Enforcement MSTU.
- Set maximum millage rate for trim Ad Valorem rate at 8.000 (Unanimous)
- Set Law Enforcement MSTU rate at 2.5 (Unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing on a development plan modification for DeSoto Recycling & Disposal, LLC and consider a related host agreement. Other actions include approving budget amendments for FY 2023/2024, contract change orders for annual road paving, a health department clinic lease, and several minor plat resolutions. Consent agenda items cover an IFAS extension MOU, hurricane door grant extension, and tourism marketing agreement.
- Quasi-judicial hearing on resolution for DeSoto Recycling & Disposal (SITE-0137-2024) development plan modification
- Host agreement with DeSoto Recycling and Disposal
- Budget amendments for Law Enforcement Trust, capital road projects, utilities, and public safety
- Contract change orders for annual road paving and Brewer Park paving (Excavation Point, Inc.)
- Health Department clinic space lease at 1003 E Oak St (Arcadia Shoppes, LLC)
The Board approved a lease for the County Health Department Clinic and adopted resolutions for three minor plats. They also approved several contract change orders for road paving and debris removal, and adopted budget amendments for the 2023/2024 fiscal year.
- Approved lease with Arcadia Shoppes, LLC for Health Department Clinic (unanimous)
- Adopted budget amendments for FY 2023/2024 (unanimous)
- Approved minor plat resolution for Boggess Estates (unanimous)
- Approved minor plat resolution for Cisneros Acres (unanimous)
- Approved minor plat resolution for Ora Subdivision (unanimous)
- Approved contract change order #2 for Excavation Point, Inc. road paving (unanimous)
- Approved contract change order #1 for Excavation Point, Inc. Brewer Park paving (unanimous)
- Approved contract change order #1 for Phillips and Jordan, Inc. debris removal (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Insurance Committee
The committee will review minutes from the June 4, 2024 meeting and discuss current medical, dental, prescription, or vision issues. Presentations are scheduled regarding claims reviews and plan renewal options.
- Approval of June 4, 2024 meeting minutes
- Discussion of medical, dental, prescription, or vision issues
- Presentation on claims review
- Presentation on plan renewal options
The committee reviewed a claims report showing a 97.3% loss ratio and anticipated medical renewal increases between 10% and 30%. Members discussed taking the plan to the market for bids and potentially increasing emergency care copays. No formal votes on plan changes were recorded.
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a budget workshop to discuss the 2024/2025 budget. The agenda is limited to this presentation and board member comments.
- Discussion of the 2024/2025 Budget
The Board of County Commissioners held a budget workshop to review the proposed 2024/2025 budget, including requests from Constitutional Officers. No formal votes were taken; the Board requested further information on boardroom technology, Capital Funds Overlay, and the Sheriff's Office budget for the next session.
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will consider a resolution regarding the designation of County Roads for golf cart use. The agenda also includes approval of the 2024/2025 Mosquito Control budget and management plan. Other items involve property declarations and agreement amendments for engineering services.
- Resolution for designating County Roads for golf cart use
- 2024/2025 Mosquito Control budget and management plan approval
- Declaration of surplus real property at 1410 SE Hillsborough Avenue
- Revised pay plan for Construction Project Manager
- Agreement amendments for C.R. 769 bridge improvements
The Board approved a resolution establishing the process for designating county roads for golf cart use. Other actions included declaring property at 1410 SE Hillsborough Avenue as surplus and approving several engineering and administrative contract amendments.
- Adopted resolution for designating County Roads for golf cart use (unanimous)
- Declared 1410 SE Hillsborough Avenue as surplus property (unanimous)
- Approved Tourism Marketing Matching Grant for Florida Little Britches Rodeo Association (unanimous)
- Approved revised classification and Pay Plan (unanimous)
- Approved revised Special Master contracts for Connie Collins and Robert Berntsson (unanimous)
- Approved Treworgy foreclosure settlement and dismissal (unanimous)
- Approved 2024/2025 Detailed Work Plan Budget and Integrated Mosquito Management Plan (unanimous)
- Approved Consent Agenda including engineering amendments for C.R. 769 and other projects (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will hold public hearings regarding utility capital charge revisions and solar facility ordinances. They will also conduct quasi-judicial hearings for the FPL Solar Energy Center development plan and a rezoning request for Bridlewood of Arcadia, LLC.
- Utility Capital Charge Revision effective 10-1-24
- Ordinance amendment for solar facilities
- FPL Solar Energy Center Development Plan at Hawthorne Creek
- Rezoning request for Bridlewood of Arcadia, LLC
- Budget amendments for Environmental Services, Library, and Utilities
The Board of County Commissioners approved revisions to the Utility Capital Charge for water and wastewater and adopted an ordinance amending Land Development Regulations for solar facilities. Other actions included approving a $3,000 change order for a property on Singleton Avenue and waiving fees for Farm City Week at the Turner Center.
- Approved Utility Capital Charge revision for Water and Wastewater (5-0)
- Adopted LDR Ordinance for solar facilities (4-0, 1 recused)
- Approved $3,000 change order for 400 Singleton Avenue (5-0)
- Approved waiving fees for annual Farm City Week at Turner Center (5-0)
- Adopted budget amendments for FY 2023/2024 (5-0)
- Approved agreement with Hope DeSoto Long-Term Recovery Group, INC. (5-0)
- Approved 2023/2024 mosquito control budget amendment #2 (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including license plate reader grant and CDBG-MIT project review (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Tourism Development Council
The Council will discuss recent media coverage regarding DeSoto County tourism and strategies to extend that coverage through the summer. Members will also review proposed revisions to the Tourism Marketing Matching Grant language.
- Discussion of recent tourism media coverage in DeSoto
- Revisions to the Tourism Marketing Matching Grant language
- Approval of April 9, 2024 meeting minutes
The Council approved revisions to the Tourism Marketing Matching Grant requirements and approved a grant application for Little Britches. Members also directed staff to research the use of tourism funds for historical QR code signage.
- Approved minutes of April 9, 2024
- Approved revisions to Tourism Marketing Matching Grant language, including reimbursement emphasis and business identity requirements
- Approved Little Britches grant application
- Directed Tourism Staff to research using tourism dollars for prominent signs with QR codes and building history
Board of County Commissioners
The meeting consists of a workshop regarding Planning & Zoning 101 and the plat process. This session is for discussion rather than making official decisions.
- Workshop on Planning & Zoning 101
- Discussion of the Plat Process
The meeting consisted of two presentations by Planning Director John Osborne regarding land use regulations and the platting process. No substantive decisions, votes, or ordinances were approved during the session.
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will review budget amendments related to Hurricane Ian and capital road projects. Also on the agenda are wastewater utility agreements for Harbour Lakes and Cayman Lakes, and a clinic lease at 1003 E Oak St.
- Budget amendments for Hurricane Ian and Capital Road Projects
- Health Department clinic space lease at 1003 E Oak St
- Wastewater utility agreements for Harbour Lakes and Cayman Lakes
- Procurement software subscription with OpenGov, Inc.
- Grant agreement amendment for the Leachate Disposal Project
The Board approved several utility service agreements for the Harbour Lakes and Cayman Lakes projects. Budget amendments for Fiscal Year 2023/2024 were adopted, and a change order for a rehabilitation project was approved. A lease for Health Department clinic space was tabled for further negotiation.
- Approved Consent Agenda including OpenGov software subscription and various grant amendments (4-0)
- Approved change order no. 2 for Quest Construction and Property Management at 1277 SE 1st Avenue (4-0)
- Adopted budget amendments for Fiscal Year 2023/2024 (4-0)
- Tabled Health Department clinic space lease with Arcadia Shoppes, LLC pending negotiations (4-0)
- Approved wastewater utility agreement with D.R. Horton, Inc. and Charlotte Harbor Landing, LLC for 930 Phase 2 ERUs (4-0)
- Approved amendment for Cayman Lakes project adding 52 water and Phase 1 wastewater ERUs (4-0)
- Approved amendment to transfer 47 Phase 2 wastewater ERUs from Cayman Lakes to Harbor Lakes (4-0)
- Authorized County Attorney to negotiate final statement agreement for Treworgy foreclosure (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a rezoning request for Bridlewood of Arcadia, LLC to change zoning from EC to MDR. The commission will also review proposed amendments to land development regulations regarding solar facilities. A presentation on the plat process and planning is also scheduled.
- Rezoning application for Bridlewood of Arcadia, LLC (EC to MDR)
- LDR amendment regarding solar facilities (Ordinance LDR-0008-2024)
- Presentation on the plat process and planning 101
- Approval of April 2 and May 7 meeting minutes
Insurance Committee
The Insurance Committee will review minutes from the June 15, 2023 meeting. Members will discuss medical, dental, prescription, and vision issues. Presentations include a claims review and plan renewal options.
- Review of June 15, 2023 meeting minutes
- Discussion of medical, dental, prescription, or vision issues
- Presentation on claims review
- Presentation on plan renewal options
The committee approved the meeting minutes from June 15, 2023. Members discussed current medical, dental, prescription, and vision issues and reviewed claims and plan renewal options.
- Approved Insurance Committee Meeting Minutes from June 15, 2023
Board of County Commissioners
The DeSoto County Board of County Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss how to designate golf cart communities and recreational vehicle (ATV/UTV) areas. This designation determines where residents can legally operate these vehicles on county roads or in specific neighborhoods. No formal vote or policy change is scheduled for this meeting.
- Workshop on designating golf cart communities and ATV/UTV recreational vehicle areas
The Board conducted a workshop to discuss regulations for golf carts, ATVs, UTVs, and low-speed vehicles on county roads. No formal votes were taken; however, staff will draft a policy for future Board consideration.
- No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was a workshop for discussion
Board of County Commissioners
The DeSoto County Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings to consider rezoning requests and development plans for multiple Florida Power & Light solar and energy sites, which would change approved land uses in affected areas. The agenda also includes first readings on amendments to land development regulations affecting church substations and solar facilities, alongside approvals for several minor plats that establish new residential subdivisions. Additionally, the board will act on routine budget amendments, road construction contracts, a county-wide burn ban, and a revised pay plan for county staff.
- Rezoning and development plan reviews for Florida Power & Light sites at Hawthorne Creek, Optimum Ranch, and Dorr Field
- First reading on amendments to land development regulations covering church substations and solar facilities
- Approval of minor plats for Rivera Estates, Ogden 18, Garcia Hills, and a major plat for Steve Fussell
- Budget amendments for fiscal year 2023/2024 affecting the Tax Collector, capital road projects, and public safety volunteers
- Contracts and work authorizations for C.R. 760A and S.W. Welles Avenue sidewalk construction, plus annual road paving change orders with Excavation Point, Inc.
The Board of County Commissioners approved several infrastructure contracts, including courthouse restoration and road paving. The board also implemented a county-wide burn ban and approved three minor plats. A resolution was adopted to apply for a COPS hiring program grant for the Sheriff's Office.
- Approved courthouse exterior restoration contract with Graciano Corporation (unanimous)
- Adopted resolution implementing a burn ban in DeSoto County (unanimous)
- Approved contract with McShea Contracting LLC for FY 2023/2024 Annual Striping Project (unanimous)
- Approved contract with V&H Construction, Inc. for C.R. 760A and S.W. Wells Ave. resurfacing (unanimous)
- Approved grant application resolution for the Sheriff's Office COPS hiring program (unanimous)
- Confirmed appointment of Misty Servia as Planning Director (unanimous)
- Approved minor plats for Rivera Estates and Ogden 18 (unanimous)
- Approved budget amendments for Fiscal Year 2023/2024 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Economic Development Advisory Committee
The DeSoto County Economic Development Advisory Committee scheduled its May 23, 2024 meeting to review development updates, hear an SBDC presentation by Stacey Dadd, and discuss future housing plans. The agenda also lists a staff report on the Land South Development project and a Planning 101 informational session. No final votes or binding decisions are listed in the provided text; all items are set for discussion and information sharing.
- Election of committee officers
- SBDC presentation by Stacey Dadd
- Discussion of future housing plans
- Land South Development staff report
- Planning 101 informational session
The Economic Development Advisory Committee appointed Ms. Wertz as Chair and Ms. Wilkes as Vice Chair. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 28, 2024 meeting.
- Approved March 28, 2024 meeting minutes
- Appointed Ms. Wertz as Chair
- Appointed Ms. Wilkes as Vice Chair
Board of County Commissioners
The DeSoto County Board of County Commissioners will consider routine approvals, broadband expansion presentations from IBT Group and Comcast, and several action items. Key decisions involve amending the fiscal year 2023/24 budget for wastewater operations and Hurricane Ian road repairs, awarding contracts for utility supplies and road paving, hiring an Environmental Services Director, and writing off delinquent EMS accounts. These actions address local infrastructure maintenance, utility service funding, internet access plans, and past emergency billing adjustments.
- FY 2023/24 budget amendments for utilities wastewater, Hurricane Ian capital road projects, and utilities operations
- Work authorization for State Road 31 force main replacement project services
- Final contract for FY 2023/24 annual road paving and Brewer Park Paving Project with Excavation Point, Inc.
- Contract amendments for water/wastewater treatment chemicals (Hawkins, Inc.) and sludge management (Synagro South, LLC)
- Bid award for SHIP-HHRP program and employment contract for Environmental Services Director Jeffrey Phipps
The Board of County Commissioners approved several infrastructure contracts, including road paving and water treatment chemicals. They also adopted budget amendments for the 2023/2024 fiscal year and confirmed the appointment of a new Environmental Services Director.
- Approved road paving contract with Excavation Point, Inc. for FY 2023/24 and Brewer Park (unanimous)
- Approved $62,350 bid to Jesse's Service Inc for 1444 NE Sunset Ave and $168,800 bid to White Sands Construction for 2101 SW Ocala St (unanimous)
- Adopted budget amendments for FY 2023/2024 affecting Utilities Wastewater, Capital Road Projects Hurricane Ian, and Utilities Operations (unanimous)
- Approved work authorization 23/24-09 with Weiler Engineering for State Road 31 Force Main replacement (unanimous)
- Confirmed appointment and employment contract of Jeffrey Phipps as Environmental Services Director (unanimous)
- Approved contract amendments with Hawkins, Inc. for water and wastewater treatment chemicals (unanimous)
- Adopted resolution to write off unclaimed ambulance accounts from FY 2021-2022 (unanimous)
- Proclaimed May as Military Appreciation month and May 6-10, 2024 as Economic Development week (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The DeSoto County Board of Commissioners will consider several budget amendments for fiscal year 2023/2024, including allocations for the sheriff’s office and law enforcement trust funds. The board will also hold public hearings on proposed changes to land development regulations and a zoning request for a property owned by Luis Rivero. Additionally, staff will present routine contract awards, grant applications, and interlocal agreement updates for approval under the consent agenda.
- Budget amendments for FY 2023/2024 covering the sheriff’s office, law enforcement trust, and SHIP funds
- Public hearing on Ordinance LDR-0006-2024 amending land development regulations sections 20-759 and 20-1499
- First reading of Ordinance LDR-0007-2024 modifying rules for church substations and live local uses
- Quasi-judicial hearing on a zoning use request (USE-0155-2023) for a property owned by Luis Rivero
- Authorization to negotiate with Kimley-Horn & Associates for FDOT LAP sidewalk design and bid award for debris removal services to Phillips and Jordan, Inc.
The Board adopted several land development regulation amendments and approved a budget resolution for Fiscal Year 2023/2024. They also awarded a debris removal contract and extended an HVAC maintenance agreement. A request for a slaughterhouse special exception was discussed and denied.
- Approved budget amendments for FY 2023/2024 (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance amending LDR sections 20-759 and 20-1499 (5-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance adding electric substations and affordable residential uses to zoning (5-0)
- Denied Special Exception for a 30,592 SF slaughterhouse at 2587 SE Airport Road (5-0)
- Approved contract with Phillips and Jordan, Inc. for NRCS debris removal (5-0)
- Approved contract extension with Myakka Heating & Cooling for HVAC services (5-0)
- Adopted resolution declaring Peace River Soil and Water Conservation District vital to the county (5-0)
- Approved proclamation declaring May as Mental Health Month (5-0)
Board of County Commissioners
The DeSoto County Board of County Commissioners will vote on several administrative approvals, infrastructure contracts, and public proclamations during its April 9 meeting. Regular business items include a construction bid award for the Liverpool Park Boat Ramp & Dock Improvement, an emergency bridge repair agreement for C.R. 661, and contract amendments for water treatment chemicals and county attorney services. These actions address local park access, road safety repairs, and ongoing utility operations for county residents.
- Bid award for Liverpool Park Boat Ramp & Dock Improvement Construction Services with Thomas Marine Construction, Inc.
- FDOT LAP Emergency Repair Agreement for C.R. 661 Bridge over Bunker Creek
- Contract Amendment #1 for water and wastewater treatment chemicals with Hawkins, Inc.
- Extension #4 contract renewal for herbicide application services with Airboat Addicts
- Lease agreement modification for the FDACS extension office
The Board of County Commissioners approved several infrastructure and service contracts, including boat ramp improvements and water treatment chemicals. They also accepted a reimbursement agreement for emergency bridge repairs on C.R. 661. Discussions were held regarding a petition to allow golf carts and UTVs on specific public roads.
- Approved contract with Thomas Marine Construction, Inc. for Liverpool Park boat ramp and dock improvements (5-0)
- Approved contract amendment with Hawkins, Inc. for water/wastewater treatment chemicals (5-0)
- Adopted resolution and agreement for F.D.O.T LAP reimbursement of emergency repairs on C.R. 661 (5-0)
- Approved engagement letter for County Attorney services through December 31, 2024 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including herbicide services and Extension Office lease modification (5-0)
- Declared May 5th-11th, 2024 as National Drinking Water Week (5-0)
- Proclaimed April 2024 as National Donate a Life and Sexual Assault Awareness Month (5-0)
- Proclaimed April 20th through May 4, 2024 as Suncoast Remake Learning Days (5-0)
Tourism Development Council
The DeSoto County Tourism Development Council will approve February meeting minutes and review updates to the VisitDeSoto.com website. Members will discuss upcoming public events at the Turner Center, potential tourism promotional items, and a planned documentary about the county. The council is also scheduled to select recipients for the Tourism Marketing Matching Grant program. These agenda items cover local visitor resources, community event planning, and funding allocations for regional marketing.
- - Approval of February 20, 2024 meeting minutes
- - Presentation of the updated VisitDeSoto.com website
- - Discussion of upcoming public events at the Turner Center
- - Review of potential tourism promotional items and a planned county documentary
- - Selection of recipients for the Tourism Marketing Matching Grant program (Bike Fest, Padgett)
The Tourism Development Council approved two marketing matching grants for local organizations. The council also voted to amend the grant guideline language to better define qualifying applicants.
- Approved February 20, 2024 minutes
- Approved $2,287.50 grant to Arcadia Main Street for November 2023 Bike Fest
- Approved $2,500 grant to Padgett Ranch for Padgett Ranch Family Fest
- Approved motion to amend Marketing Matching Grant guideline language for June 18, 2024 meeting
Planning Commission
The DeSoto County Planning Commission will review two action items during its April 2, 2024 meeting. Staff recommends amending Land Development Regulation sections 20-759 and 20-1499. The commission will also consider a resolution regarding a use variance request for Luis Rivero (USE-0155-2023). Standard procedural items include filing proof of publication, approving meeting minutes, and electing the chairperson and vice chairperson.
- Ordinance amending Land Development Regulation sections 20-759 and 20-1499 (Ref 24-119)
- Resolution for Luis Rivero use variance request USE-0155-2023 (Ref 24-125)
- Motion to file proof of publication for legal advertisements dated April 2 and April 23, 2024
- Election of Planning Commission chairperson and vice chairperson
Economic Development Advisory Committee
The DeSoto County Economic Development Advisory Committee meets to handle routine administrative tasks and receive informational updates. Agenda items include approving January meeting minutes, electing committee officers, and reviewing development projects, a strategic plan, and county land requirements. No public hearings or binding votes are scheduled for this session.
- Approval of January 25, 2024 meeting minutes
- Election of committee officers
- Development Review Committee discussion and development update
- Strategic plan update for economic development initiatives
- Review of DeSoto County Economic Development website and land needs
The committee approved the minutes from the January 25, 2024 meeting. The election of officers was tabled until May 23, 2024. Members received updates on the Kings Highway widening project and a new economic development website funded by a state grant.
- Approved January 25, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
- Tabled election of officers until May 23, 2024
Board of County Commissioners
The DeSoto County Board of County Commissioners will vote on budget amendments for emergency management and utilities, a courthouse restoration contract, and a landfill lease. A public hearing will consider changes to land development regulations that set zoning and property use standards for residents.
- First reading of an ordinance amending Land Development Regulation Sections 20-759 & 20-1499
- Construction contract with Kalam/AG, LLC for the Courthouse Exterior Restoration
- Lease agreement for a 30 Acre Agricultural Lease at the landfill
- Budget Amendment for Fiscal Year 2023/2024 covering Emergency Mgmt, Hurricane Ian, Law Enforcement Trust, and Utilities Capital Water-Wastewater
- Resolution approving Minor Plat PLAT-0150-2023 for Darryl Koehn on Sun Acres
The Board of County Commissioners approved a construction contract for the courthouse exterior restoration and adopted budget amendments for fiscal year 2023/2024. They also approved a minor plat for 'Sunshine Acres' and an agricultural lease for land adjacent to the landfill.
- Approved construction contract with Kalam/AG, LLC for Courthouse Exterior Restoration (Unanimous)
- Adopted budget amendments for Fiscal Year 2023/2024 (Unanimous)
- Approved minor plat (PLAT-0150-2023) known as 'Sunshine Acres' (Unanimous)
- Approved 30-acre agricultural lease adjacent to landfill with Carl Wayne Pickle, Jr. (Unanimous)
- Approved agreement with Patterson Foundation for Remake Learning Days (Unanimous)
- Approved $4,400 change order for 1505 E Cypress St. (Unanimous)
- Approved annual roadway striping priority list (Unanimous)
- Approved Consent Agenda including LIHEAP vendor agreements and EMS grant resolution (Unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider an implementation plan for regional opioid settlement funding. The agenda also includes contract awards for lift station replacement and a pedestrian crosswalk project, alongside several budget amendments.
- Bid award for Lift Station #21 replacement with U.S. Water Services Corporation
- Turner Avenue Mid-Block Pedestrian Crosswalk Construction Project contract
- Implementation plan for Regional Non-Qualified County Opioid Settlement Funding
- Construction contract with Kalam/AG, LLC for Courthouse Exterior Restoration
- Budget amendments for Utilities Capital Wastewater, Public Safety, and E911
The Board of County Commissioners approved contracts for a lift station replacement, a pedestrian crosswalk, and mosquito management. The Board also adopted budget amendments for the 2023/2024 fiscal year and approved a minor plat for Stark Estates.
- Approved contract with U.S. Water Services Corporation for Utilities Lift Station #21 replacement (unanimous)
- Approved contract with Thomas Marine Construction, Inc. for Turner Avenue Mid-Block Pedestrian Crosswalk (unanimous)
- Approved piggyback agreement with Okeechobee County and Clark Environmental Mosquito Management, Inc. (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution for 2023/2024 budget amendments for Utilities Capital Wastewater, Public Safety, and E911 (unanimous)
- Approved Utility Service and Conveyance Agreement with Full Focus Investments for water and wastewater ERUs (unanimous)
- Approved Implementation Plan for Regional Non-Qualified County Opioid Settlement Funding (unanimous)
- Approved minor plat for Stark Estates (Plat-0148-2023) (unanimous)
- Confirmed emergency expenditure of just under $46,000 for well field repairs at DCI (unanimous)
Special Masters
The Special Master found multiple property owners in violation of land development regulations, ordering corrections and case cost payments. Two property owners were found in non-compliance with previous orders, resulting in liens totaling $19,062.43.
- Ordered Jones Omar Shareed & Nina Slate to correct violations and pay $23.13
- Ordered Franklin Abele Sr. & Deborah Abele to correct junk/debris and pay $24.03
- Ordered Paulina Mendoza to correct three violations and pay $22.61
- Ordered Hojojr Enterprises LLC to correct violations and pay $39.07
- Ordered Donald Lee Kleinhaus & Linda C. Kleinhaus to correct violations and pay $28.40
- Imposed $5,420.81 lien against Keith & Rebecca Pedersen for non-compliance
- Imposed $13,641.62 lien against Kaysie Elizabeth Paisely for non-compliance
- Dismissed case CE 2024-004 (Edward Royce Harold III, Dwayne P. Royce & Robert Earl Royce)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review a presentation on a proposed FDOT intersection at SR 70 and SR 72. The agenda includes budget amendments for mosquito control, code enforcement, and utilities capital water-wastewater. The board will also consider a minor plat for Flores Farms and a temporary use resolution for Kimworth Estates, LLC.
- Presentation on proposed FDOT intersection project at SR 70 and SR 72
- Budget amendments for Mosquito Control, Code Enforcement, and Utilities Capital Water-Wastewater
- Contract amendment with Integrity Builders for 815 N. Mills renovation
- Resolution for Florida Boating Improvement Program Grant Application (Deep Creek)
- Public hearing regarding a minor plat for Flores Farms
The Board of County Commissioners approved a minor plat for Flores Farms and adopted resolutions for budget amendments and a boating improvement grant. The board also approved a contract amendment for the 815 N. Mills renovation and a shared road maintenance agreement with Hardee County.
- Approved minor plat for 'Flores Farms' (PLAT-0154-2023) (Unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution to apply for Florida Boating Improvement Program grant for Deep Creek Park boat ramp (Unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution for FY 2023/2024 budget amendments (Unanimous)
- Approved contract amendment with Integrity Builders for 815 N. Mills renovation (Unanimous)
- Approved shared maintenance and improvement agreement for County Line roads with Hardee County (Unanimous)
- Accepted updated Fire and EMS Assessment study (Unanimous)
- Accepted updated utility capital charge study (Unanimous)
- Approved Consent Agenda including accounts/warrants and mosquito control budget amendment (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Tourism Development Council
The Council will review minutes from the October 10, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes a discussion with the Central Florida Regional Planning Commission regarding a strategic plan. There will also be presentations on the new VisitDeSoto.com website and the FPL WonderFL campaign.
- Presentation of new VisitDeSoto.com website and rebrand update
- Strategic plan discussion with Central Florida Regional Planning Commission
- Presentation of FPL WonderFL campaign and website
The council approved the minutes from the October 10, 2023 meeting. Members discussed a strategic plan with the Central Florida Regional Planning Commission and reviewed updates to the VisitDeSoto.com website and the WonderFL campaign. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved minutes of October 10, 2023
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several administrative updates including pay plan revisions for Code Enforcement and a technical revision to the Local Housing Assistance Plan. The agenda also includes budget amendments related to Hurricane Ian and road/bridge projects, as well as a change order for architectural services at the county courthouse.
- Technical Revision to the Local Housing Assistance Plan
- Modification for DeSoto County’s SHIP Homeless Rental Housing Development
- Purchase of 2019 Caterpillar 926M LTE06011 - Wheel Loader
- Revised Classification and Pay Plan for Code Enforcement staff
- DeSoto County Courthouse Architectural Services Contract Change Order No. 1
The Board approved several administrative items, including a transportation priorities letter and a housing incentive report. They authorized the foreclosure of code enforcement liens totaling $58,005.16 for a property at 11211 SW Cedar Avenue. The Board also approved a budget amendment resolution and a contract change order for courthouse architectural services.
- Approved fiscal year 2024/2025 through 2029/2030 Transportation Project Priorities Letter
- Approved brokerage services agreement with Brown & Brown, Inc. for employee benefits
- Approved 2023 Housing Incentive Strategic Reports
- Adopted resolution for budget amendments affecting the 2023/2024 budget
- Approved Change Order No. 1 for REG Architects, Inc. regarding the County Courthouse
- Authorized foreclosure of code enforcement liens at 11211 SW Cedar Avenue
- Approved Consent Agenda including purchase of 2019 Caterpillar Wheel Loader and revised pay plan
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Advisory Committee
The Economic Development Advisory Committee will review development updates and the Q1 WonderFL Partner Update. The meeting includes a presentation by Wesley Hudgens regarding the WonderFL challenge.
- Presentation of WonderFL challenge and details by FPL representative Wesley Hudgens
- Review of Q1 WonderFL Partner Update
- Approval of November 16, 2023 minutes
The committee approved the minutes from the November 16, 2023 meeting. Members and staff discussed various local business openings, broadband expansion, and airport grants, but no other formal actions were taken.
- Approved November 16, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners approved recommended policies, procedures, and staffing for code enforcement. This includes the addition of a third officer and an administrative position to manage the county caseload.
- Approved recommended code enforcement policies and procedures
- Approved recommended staffing increases, including a third officer and an administrative position
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several resolutions including budget amendments for the Clerk of Courts and Law Enforcement Trust. The agenda includes a presentation from FDOT regarding State Road 70 and State Road 72, as well as public hearings on temporary use and community development districts.
- FDOT update on State Road 70 & State Road 72 intersection
- Agreement for Tetra Tech NRCS Stream Debris Removal
- Contract amendment for Bank Run Material with CJC Shell, LLC
- Budget amendments for Clerk of Courts, Hurricane Ian, and Law Enforcement Trust
- Ordinance to establish the Cayman Lakes Community Development District (CDD)
The Board of County Commissioners approved several contracts, including a lease for a landfill wheel loader and an agreement for watershed protection. They also adopted budget amendments for the 2023/2024 fiscal year and approved a minor plat for Brewer Avenue Estates. A request for a temporary use permit for storage at Kimworth Estates was tabled.
- Approved agreement with Tetra Tech for Emergency Watershed Protection Project #5078 (unanimous)
- Approved contract amendment with CJC Shell, LLC for Bank Run Shell Material (unanimous)
- Adopted budget amendments for FY 2023/2024, including $15,625 for Clerk of Courts (unanimous)
- Approved Weiler Work authorization 23/24-06 for Liverpool Boat Ramp CEI Services (unanimous)
- Approved resolution and tax lease for Caterpillar 926-14 Wheel Loader (unanimous)
- Approved minor plat PLAT-0147-2023 for Brewer Avenue Estates (unanimous)
- Tabled temporary use permit USE-0159-2023 for Kimworth Estates storage (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will discuss and vote on several resolutions amending the county's budget for various departments. Other items include grant agreements, construction contracts, and interlocal agreements.
- Resolution to amend the Fiscal Year 2023/2024 budget
- SHIP/HHRP Bid Award to Quest Construction
- Interlocal Agreement with Central Florida Regional Planning Council
- Agreement for CDBG-MIT Design and Permitting Services with Weiler Engineering
- Agreement for F.D.O.T. LAP Sidewalk Construction Services on SW Welles Avenue
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution for 2023/2024 budget amendments and several infrastructure contracts. Decisions included approving sidewalk construction on C.R. 760A and S.W. Welles Avenue, as well as wastewater treatment plant upgrades.
- Approved 2023/2024 budget amendments (unanimous)
- Approved mulching services agreement with Consolidated Resource Recovery, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved Planning Advisory Services Agreement with CFRPC (unanimous)
- Approved Contract Change Order #9 for DCR Wastewater Treatment Plant blower installation (unanimous)
- Approved piggyback agreement with City of Sarasota and Wastewater Acquisition, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved design and permitting agreement with Weiler Engineering for CR 769 Bridge #040022 (unanimous)
- Approved construction, engineering, and inspection agreement with Weiler Engineering for CR 769 Bridge #040022 (unanimous)
- Approved F.D.O.T. LAP agreements for sidewalk construction on C.R. 760A and S.W. Welles Avenue (unanimous)