Hernando County public meetings in 2023

Value Adjustment Board

The Value Adjustment Board will conduct Special Magistrate Hearings regarding residential real property valuations. The agenda includes individual petitions and block time sessions for multiple petition numbers.

• Petition No. 23-227
• Petition No. 23-228
• Petition No. 23-237
• Petition No. 23-244
• Petition No. 23-350

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review various land use amendments, including an ordinance for the Emerald Creek Community Development District. The meeting also includes reviews of procurement contracts for architectural services and medical equipment. Additionally, the Board will address several rezoning petitions and committee appointments.

• Architectural and engineering services for Tax Collector Building ($536,866.50)
• Purchase of Life Pak Defibrillators for Fire and Emergency Services ($279,336.10)
• Ordinance establishing the Emerald Creek Community Development District
• Contract for transit transfer sites in East and West Hernando County ($127,436.14)
• Comprehensive Plan amendment affecting 13.6 acres near Osowaw Boulevard

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review several quasi-judicial items including various rezoning applications. The agenda includes a conditional plat for Alliance at the Grove and multiple requests to change residential, agricultural, and commercial designations.

• Conditional Plat for Alliance at the Grove
• Special Exception Use Permit for Calvary Chapel Fellowship Hernando County Inc. at Sunshine Grove Road and Harrison Street
• Rezoning from R-1C to AR near Octavia Lane
• Rezoning from R-1C to AG near Bareva Road
• Rezoning from R-1C to AR near Norman Street

Value Adjustment Board

The Value Adjustment Board will conduct several Special Magistrate hearings regarding real property valuations. These hearings cover both commercial and residential petitions.

• Petition Nos. 23-132 through 23-161

Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Hernando/Citrus Metropolitan Planning Organization is reviewing several administrative and planning items. Actions include approving general planning services, updating various committee bylaws, and reviewing the 2050 Long-Range Transportation Plan scope.

• Approval of Contract No. 23-RG0033/AP for MPO General Planning Consultant Services with Alfred Benesch and Company and Kimley-Horn and Associates, Incorporated
• Appointment of a member to the Citrus County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board
• Update to the Public Participation Plan (PPP)
• Update to the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) Bylaws
• Update to the Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) Bylaws

Board of County Commissioners Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners is conducting a planning retreat. Discussion topics include Planning & Zoning, Parks and Recreation, and Department of Public Works Surface Treatment Alternatives.

• Planning & Zoning discussion
• Parks and Recreation discussion
• Department of Public Works Surface Treatment Alternatives discussion

Value Adjustment Board

The Value Adjustment Board will conduct Special Magistrate hearings regarding residential real property valuations. The agenda consists of multiple petition numbers scheduled for 9:00 a.m. block times.

• Petition Nos. 23-102 through 23-131

Value Adjustment Board

The Value Adjustment Board is conducting Special Magistrate Hearings regarding residential real property valuations. The board will hear multiple petitions categorized into ten block time segments.

• Petition Nos. 23-072 through 23-101

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to adopt the fiscal year 2024 budget via resolution. The board will also establish the 2024 meeting schedule and approve minutes from November 29, 2022.

• Adoption of the FY 2024 Community Redevelopment Agency Budget
• Establishment of the 2024 CRA meeting schedule
• Approval of November 29, 2022, meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold an election for Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Second Vice Chairman. The meeting includes a discussion regarding proposed General Obligation Bonds for public safety, jail, and transportation capital improvement projects. The Board will also consider various airport agreements and utility contracts.

• Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Second Vice Chairman
• Discussion regarding proposed General Obligation Bonds for public safety, jail, and transportation
• $316,388.00 change order for Taxiway A Rehabilitation Project at Brooksville-Tampa Bay Regional Airport
• $129,096.64 contract award for Utilities Department bill print and mailing services
• Proposed ordinance to revise procedures for prosecuting code enforcement violations

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider several rezoning requests and conditional use permits. The agenda includes public hearings for residential uses, educational facilities, and commercial developments.

• Conditional Use Permit for a second residence on the north side of Faber Drive
• Conditional Use Permit for a second residence on Atlantis Lane
• Special Exception Use Permit for an educational facility on the south side of Cortez Boulevard
• Rezoning from R-1C to AR on the north side of Octavia Lane
• Rezoning from R-1A to AR-2 at the southwest corner of Atlanta Avenue and Cleever Street

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several budget amendments, aviation lease agreements, and public works contracts. The meeting also includes multiple quasi-judicial hearings regarding rezoning petitions and easement vacancies.

• Reconstruction and paving of Royal Highlands and Ridge Manor Roads ($794,819.00)
• Sidewalk construction on West Landover Boulevard from Northcliffe Blvd to Elgin Blvd ($989,726.00)
• Runway 9-27 Rehabilitation Project change order ($53,806.00)
• Runway 9-27 Extension Project change order ($61,562.00)
• Multiple rezoning petitions for various properties

Value Adjustment Board

The meeting consists of Special Magistrate Hearings for residential real property valuation petitions. The provided agenda contains only petition numbers and does not include specific addresses or dollar amounts.

• Petition No. 23-217
• Petition No. 23-223
• Petition No. 23-219
• Petition No. 23-220
• Petition No. 23-221

Value Adjustment Board

The Value Adjustment Board will conduct hearings regarding residential and commercial real property valuations. These proceedings are scheduled as Special Magistrate hearings.

• Residential property valuation petition No. 23-351
• Residential property valuation petition No. 23-213
• Residential property valuation petition No. 23-216
• Residential property valuation petition No. 23-250
• Commercial property valuation petitions No. 23-019, 23-022, 23-023, and 23-024

Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Hernando/Citrus Metropolitan Planning Organization is meeting to discuss regional transportation plans. The agenda includes presentations on highway safety and five-year work programs from FDOT and Florida Turnpike Enterprise.

• FDOT Law Enforcement Liaison presentation on safety
• FDOT Tentative Five-Year Work Program (FY 2025-FY 2029) presentation
• Florida Turnpike Enterprise Tentative Five-Year Work Program (FY 2025-FY 2029) presentation
• Citrus County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board appointment
• Adoption of Apportionment Plan by MPO Board Resolution 2023-0812488

Value Adjustment Board

The Value Adjustment Board is scheduled to conduct Special Magistrate Hearings for several residential real property value petitions. The agenda includes individual and block-time hearings for various petition numbers.

• Residential real property value petitions
• Petition No. 23-192
• Petition No. 23-205
• Petition No. 23-207
• Petition No. 23-212

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several legislative items including an ordinance for Cabot Citrus Farms Community Development District. The agenda includes budget resolutions for airport improvements and mosquito control, as well as various rezoning petitions.

• Ordinance establishing Cabot Citrus Farms Community Development District
• Emergency purchase order to Dobbs Equipment, LLC for $45,097.62
• Budget resolution for Brooksville-Tampa Bay Regional Airport Eastside Roadway Improvements
• Ratification of Proclamation No. 2023-07 extending the local state of emergency for Hurricane Idalia
• Rezoning petitions for M. Daniel Construction, Inc. and Brightwork Real Estate, Inc.

Value Adjustment Board

The Value Adjustment Board is conducting several Special Magistrate hearings regarding Tangible Personal Property. These petitions are scheduled throughout the day starting at 9:00 a.m.

• Petition No. 23-314
• Petition No. 23-236
• Petition No. 23-229
• Petition No. 23-231
• Petition No. 23-232

Value Adjustment Board

The Value Adjustment Board is conducting Special Magistrate hearings regarding residential real property valuations. The agenda includes several individual petitions and multiple block-time sessions scheduled throughout the day.

• Petition No. 23-012
• Petition No. 23-013
• Petition No. 23-017
• Petition No. 23-018
• Petition No. 23-015

Value Adjustment Board

The Value Adjustment Board is conducting Special Magistrate Hearings for several residential real property valuation petitions. The meeting includes individual hearings and block time sessions for multiple petition groups.

• Residential property valuation petitions 23-007, 23-009, 23-010, 23-011, and 23-008
• Block time hearings for petition groups 23-027 through 23-041

Value Adjustment Board

The Hernando County Value Adjustment Board will conduct special magistrate hearings regarding exemption and classification petitions. These sessions are scheduled to review several individual petition numbers for potential adjustments.

• Petition Nos. 23-269 and 23-270
• Petition No. 23-001
• Petition No. 23-003
• Petition No. 23-004
• Petition No. 23-005

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several contract amendments and awards, including a $2.5 million road reconstruction project. The meeting also includes multiple quasi-judicial public hearings regarding various rezoning petitions.

• Award of contract to B.R.W. Contracting, Inc. for Royal Highlands and Ridge Manor Roads ($2,518,806.00)
• Award of contract to Seggie Custom Builders, LLC for Solid Waste Administration Facility Project ($2,267,905.49)
• Amendment to Jones Edmunds and Associates, Inc. for Glen Water Reclamation Facility upgrade ($245,130.00)
• Amendment to Straughn Trout Architects for Tax Collector Building services ($373,926.50)
• Multiple rezoning petitions including those by M. Daniel Construction, Inc., Big Sky Club, LLC, and others

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will review several conditional plats and conditional use permits. The agenda also includes quasi-judicial items regarding rezoning requests and a small scale comprehensive plan amendment.

• Conditional Plats for Barclay Townhomes, Centralia Subdivision, and Waterford Overall
• Conditional Use Permit renewal for a second residence at Northwest corner of Croom Road and Scott William Trail
• Conditional Use Permit for temporary storage containers at Southwest corner of Primrose Lane and Atwood Drive
• Rezoning from R-1C to AR on the South side of Medicine Stone Drive
• Rezoning from CPDP to PDP(IND) at Southeast corner of Kettering Road and Dashback Street

Metropolitan Planning Organization

The MPO Board will review a final report on transportation infrastructure vulnerability and risk assessment. Action items include approving the 2024 meeting schedule and an amendment to the Transportation Improvement Program for FY 2024-FY 2028.

• Final Report: Vulnerability and Risk Assessment (Resilience Study) for Transportation Infrastructure by Benesch & Associates
• Annual Roll-Forward Amendment to the Adopted Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for FY 2024-FY 2028
• Interlocal Agreement between Hernando County and Pasco County regarding County Line Road
• Approval of Member and Alternate Members for the City of Crystal River and the City of Brooksville
• Appointment of a Hernando County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board member

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will review ordinances regarding vessel noise pollution and a new street lighting unit in Kensington Woods. Agenda items also include real estate acquisition for Fire Station No. 16 and several infrastructure contracts. Additionally, the Florida Department of Agriculture will present on fraud-related consumer services.

• $134,545.73 contract amendment for sidewalk repairs on Spring Hill Drive, Mariner Boulevard, Northcliffe Boulevard, Landover Boulevard, and Seven Hills Drive
• Real estate purchase of property at Commercial Way and Atlanta Avenue for Fire Station No. 16
• $65,345.92 contract for an elevator upgrade project at the Courthouse/Government Center
• Ordinance amending Chapter 7 to include regulations regarding noise pollution from vessels
• $36,785.00 emergency purchase order for centrifuge machine repair at Glen Lakes Wastewater Reclamation Facility

Board of County Commissioners Budget Hearing

The Board of County Commissioners is conducting a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget. The meeting includes setting countywide millage rates and non-ad valorem assessments. The Board will also consider adopting the final annual budget.

• Resolution setting FY 2023-24 Countywide Millage Rates
• Resolution setting FY 2023-24 Municipal Service Taxing Unit Millage Rates
• Resolution setting FY 2023-24 Non-Ad Valorem Assessments and Budgets for Municipal Service Benefit Units
• Resolution setting FY 2023-24 Non-Ad Valorem Assessment for Local Provider Participation Fund
• Resolution adopting the FY 2023-24 Final Budget

Board of County Commissioners Budget Hearing

County Administrator Jeffrey Rogers will present the FY 2023-24 tentative budget and tentative millage rates. A final public hearing to adopt the final budget and millage rates is scheduled for September 26, 2023.

• Presentation regarding FY 2023-24 Tentative Budget and Tentative Millage Rates

The commissioners approved the meeting agenda unanimously. They heard the revised tentative millage rates for the General Fund and other trusts. The board adopted the FY 2023‑24 tentative budget of $767,373,154 with a 4‑1 vote. A final public hearing was scheduled for September 26, 2023.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Presented revised tentative millage rates (no vote recorded)
• Adopted FY 2023‑24 tentative budget of $767,373,154 (4‑1)
• Scheduled final public hearing for Sep 26, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will review actions taken during Hurricane Idalia and ratify emergency proclamations. The agenda includes multiple public hearings for rezoning petitions and master plan revisions. The meeting also covers various grant agreements and procurement contracts.

• Ratification of emergency proclamations following Hurricane Idalia
• $600,000.00 contract for chemical feed system maintenance via Pasco County agreement
• $100,000.00 disaster management services through Lee County agreement
• $58,040.40 contract close-out for ADA bus stop improvements
• Rezoning petitions for Teramore Development, LLC and others

The Board adopted a five-year Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2024 through FY 2028 and accepted a settlement offer regarding litigation with the Hernando County Fair Association, Inc. Additionally, the Board ratified emergency proclamations related to Hurricane Idalia and approved several land use and development agreements.

• Accepted settlement offer in Hernando County vs. Hernando County Fair Association, Inc. (4-0)
• Ratified Proclamation Nos. 2023-01 and 2023-02 declaring state of local emergency for Hurricane Idalia (4-0)
• Approved FY 2024 through FY 2028 Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan (3-1)
• Approved development agreement for Sunrise Combined Planned Development Project (4-0)
• Approved hardship relief from subdivision regulations for Elizabeth A. Hickey (4-0)
• Approved hardship relief from subdivision regulations for Roy M. Bates and Karen J. Bates (4-0)
• Confirmed Jan Houser as Human Resources Director (4-0)
• Approved 2024 County Holiday Calendar including 10 holidays and 2 floating holidays (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several quasi-judicial items including rezonings, conditional use permits, and a master plan revision. The agenda includes various residential, commercial, and agricultural land use changes across Hernando County.

• Conditional Plat for The Space Shop
• Special Exception Use Permit for Truck Parking at southern terminus of Courts Ct
• Conditional Use Permit for Excavation south of Dashback St and east of Kettering Rd
• Rezoning from Mining to AG on west side of Sunshine Grove Rd
• Rezoning from R-1A to PDP(NC) east of US Hwy 19 between Ridge Rd and Osceola Dr

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several procurement awards, including road restoration and equipment leases. The meeting also includes discussions on sewage regulation, potential roundabouts, and a rezoning petition.

• Contract award to Superior Asphalt, Inc. for $655,075.00 for parking lot restoration
• Agreement with PFM Financial Advisors, LLC for $16,000.00
• Award of contract to Centrisys CNP Corporation for $90,000.00 and equipment lease for $118,400.00
• Purchase of Multi-Hog Sweeper for Brooksville-Tampa Bay Regional Airport for $166,433.24
• Rezoning petition submitted by Brightwork Real Estate, Inc.

The Board of County Commissioners approved a counter settlement offer regarding litigation with the Hernando County Fair Association, Inc. They also adopted a new employee pay plan and approved several infrastructure and service contracts. A rezoning petition for Brightwork Real Estate, Inc. was postponed.

• Approved counter settlement offer of $49,816.11 for Hernando County vs. Hernando County Fair Association, Inc. (5-0)
• Postponed rezoning petition H2167 submitted by Brightwork Real Estate, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved new employee classification study and pay plan Option 3 (5-0)
• Approved $655,075.00 parking lot restoration contract with Superior Asphalt, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $166,433.24 purchase of Multi-Hog Sweeper for Brooksville-Tampa Bay Regional Airport (5-0)
• Confirmed Toni Brady as Deputy County Administrator (5-0)
• Approved 2024-25 State Legislative Agenda, adding support for a Medical Examiner Facility (5-0)
• Approved $118,400.00 centrifuge equipment lease and $90,000.00 repair contract with Centrisys CNP Corporation (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review various land use applications, including rezoning requests and master plan revisions. The agenda includes a water treatment plant upgrade and special exception permits for truck parking and a meditation hall.

• Rezoning from AG to AR-2 for Alfred Martucci (H-23-17)
• Revision to planned development for Water Treatment Plant Upgrade (H-23-31)
• Rezoning to allow Tiny Homes with Deviations (H-22-42)
• Special Exception Use Permit for Truck Parking at Courts Court (SE-23-02)
• Master Plan Revision for Sunrise (H-22-39)

The Commission approved several rezoning and master plan revision petitions based on staff recommendations. Two special exception and rezoning petitions were postponed to September 11, 2023.

• Approved rezoning petition submitted by Alfred Martucci (H2317)
• Approved master plan revision petition submitted by Hernando County Utilities Department (H2331)
• Approved rezoning petition submitted by Josh Hofstede (H2242)
• Approved master plan revision petition submitted by Sunrise (H2239)
• Approved rezoning petition submitted by Axiom Real Estate (AWN SPRING HILL II LLC) (H2347)
• Postponed special exception use permit petition by Jose Andres De La Cruz and Francis Marilyn Abin (SE2302) to Sept 11, 2023
• Postponed rezoning petition submitted by Teramore Development, LLC (H2308) to Sept 11, 2023
• Approved revised minutes from March 13, 2023 meeting

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will review a presentation from the School District regarding low impact fees and concurrency consequences. Additionally, the County Administrator will lead a discussion on proposed updates to County Impact Fees.

• Contract award to Hercules Fence Co., Inc. for $92,900.00
• Liquidated damages of $284,876.08 for the Taxiway A Rehabilitation Project
• Change order to Polydyne, Inc. for $150,000.00
• Resolution endorsing renaming a portion of Cortez Boulevard as Rush Limbaugh Way
• Rezoning petition submitted by Aaron Gibson and Nicole Gibson (H2314)

The Board approved a study on impact and mobility fees based on current inflation. Other actions included renaming a portion of Cortez Boulevard as Rush Limbaugh Way and approving several zoning and infrastructure contracts.

• Approved extenuating circumstances impact fee and mobility fee study (3-2)
• Approved renaming portion of Cortez Blvd as Rush Limbaugh Way (4-0)
• Approved $92,900 contract for fencing at Delta Woods and Pioneer Parks (4-0)
• Approved $150,000 polymer supply change order for Utilities Department (4-0)
• Approved $324,000 Vector Fleet Management change order (4-0)
• Approved discontinuation of Flamingo Smartcard for TheBus fare collection (4-0)
• Approved engineering design for Mariner Blvd median modification (4-0)
• Approved rezoning petitions for Aaron Gibson and Nicole Gibson and CM Home Builders, Inc. (4-0)

Metropolitan Planning Organization

The MPO will review the status of a transportation infrastructure vulnerability and risk assessment study. The board is also scheduled to consider traffic segment studies for US 41, SR 200, and County Line Road.

• Traffic segment studies in Citrus County (US 41 and SR 200) and Hernando County (County Line Road and US 41)
• Presentation on the Vulnerability and Risk Assessment (Resilience) on Transportation Infrastructure Study by Benesch & Associates
• Review of Apportionment Planning Process
• Approval of June 1, 2023, meeting minutes

The board approved funding for a general planning consultant to conduct level of service studies on specific road segments in Citrus and Hernando counties. The board also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the June 1, 2023, meeting.

• Approved $25,000 for level of service studies on US 41 and SR 200 (Citrus County) and County Line Road and US 41 (Hernando County) (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved June 1, 2023, meeting minutes (7-0)

Value Adjustment Board

The Value Adjustment Board is conducting an organizational meeting to establish leadership and administrative procedures for the year. This includes selecting a Chair and Vice Chair and ratifying legal counsel. The board will also address the appointment of Special Magistrates.

• Selection/confirmation of Chair and Vice Chair
• Ratification of Holly E. Cosby as legal counsel
• Appointment of Special Magistrates
• Approval of proposed Special Magistrate contract
• Review of 2023 legislative changes

The Board held an organizational meeting to establish leadership, legal counsel, and operational procedures. It approved the appointment of Special Magistrates and ratified the petition filing fee and hearing policies.

• Re-elected Comm. Allocco as Chairman and Thomas Beisacher as Vice Chairman
• Approved contract for Holly E. Cosby as legal counsel
• Authorized VAB Counsel to perform administrative functions and amend local procedures
• Appointed Joseph Haynes Davis, Robert Hicks, Steven Nystrom, John Robinson, Richard Steeves, and Laura Walker as Special Magistrates
• Approved Contract for Services of Special Magistrate
• Authorized the use of telephonic hearings
• Approved petition filing fee via Resolution No. 2023-01
• Approved Initial Certifications for real property and Tangible Personal Property

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will discuss proposed maximum millage rates for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The agenda also includes presentations on tiny home community regulations and several contract awards for roadway and utility projects.

• $2,549,665.25 contract award to B.R.W. Contracting, Inc. for Eastside Roadway Improvement Project
• $492,000.00 contract award to Superior Asphalt, Inc. for reclaimed asphalt millings
• Presentation regarding proposed tiny home community regulations
• Discussion of proposed maximum millage rates for FY 2023-2024
• $85,000.00 contract award to Tank Rehab.Com, LLC for ground storage tank inspection

The Board of County Commissioners approved the proposed maximum millage rates for FY 2023-2024, maintaining the same rate as the previous year. Other actions included awarding several public works contracts and approving funding for housing developments.

• Approved proposed maximum millage rates for FY 2023-2024 (4-1)
• Awarded $2,549,665.25 Eastside Roadway Improvement contract to B.R.W. Contracting, Inc.
• Approved $492,000.00 reclaimed asphalt millings contract to Superior Asphalt, Inc.
• Approved $85,000.00 ground storage tank inspection contract to Tank Rehab .Com, LLC
• Approved $62,400.00 hydro seed application contract to Hydrograss Technologies, Inc.
• Approved $60,000.00 portable litter fencing contract to Metta Technology, Inc.
• Approved designating a portion of Cortez Boulevard as Rush Limbaugh Way
• Declared property at 15487 Citrus Way as surplus property

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several contract awards, including a $4.6 million project for a splash park. The agenda also includes rezoning petitions and proposed ordinances regarding public safety and fee schedules.

• Award of contract to Waller Construction, Inc. for Rotary Splash Park ($4,636,682.31)
• Award of contract to PAW Demolition for Spring Hill Water Reclamation Facility ($646,541.00)
• Proposed ordinance amending protections from sexual offenders and predators
• Rezoning petitions including Maya Motels, Inc. and Aaron Gibson
• Resolution amending Fire and Emergency Services fee schedules

The Board of County Commissioners voted to postpone a $2.75 million Admin Building build out to the next budget year. Other key actions included approving a real estate purchase for a public safety training facility and awarding several infrastructure contracts.

• Postponed $2.75M Admin Building build out to next year's budget (5-0)
• Approved real estate purchase from CEMEX Construction Materials Florida, LLC for public safety training facility (5-0)
• Awarded $4,636,682.31 contract to Waller Construction, Inc. for Rotary Splash Park (5-0)
• Awarded $646,541.00 contract to PAW Materials, Inc. for Spring Hill Water Reclamation Facility demolition (5-0)
• Approved $840,000.00 contract with Lamphier Company for facilities maintenance (5-0)
• Approved lease with ABFL 6, LLC for commercial operations at Brooksville-Tampa Bay Regional Airport (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Kelly Lee Long to Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Approved four petitions to vacate utility, drainage, or right-of-way easements (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is reviewing multiple rezoning applications for residential, agricultural, and commercial uses. The meeting also includes a presentation on proposed regulations for tiny home communities.

• Rezoning at Headstone Street and Split Stone Drive from R-1C to AR-2
• Rezoning at Ayers Road and Culbreath Road from AG to C-4
• Rezoning for outdoor storage on US Hwy 19, south of Yellow Hammer Road
• Rezoning on Shoal Line Boulevard to recreational use
• Presentation on proposed Tiny Home Community Regulations

The Commission approved staff recommendations for a conditional use permit and three rezoning petitions. One rezoning petition submitted by Home Builders was denied. The board also received a presentation on proposed tiny home community regulations.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Normand Masse (CU2306)
• Approved Rezoning Petition for Aaron and Nicole Gibson (H2314)
• Denied Rezoning Petition for Home Builders (H2301)
• Approved Rezoning Petition for Jospeh Cotroneo (H2316)
• Approved Rezoning Petition for Carlo Zarcone (H2315) with addition of a public inquiry workshop

Board of County Commissioners Budget Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners is conducting a workshop to review proposed budgets for the 2023-24 fiscal year. Presentations will be provided by the County Administrator and several county elected offices.

• Presentation of FY 2023-24 Recommended Budget by County Administrator
• FY 2023-24 Proposed Budget presentation by Tax Collector’s Office
• FY 2023-24 Proposed Budget presentation by Property Appraiser’s Office
• FY 2023-24 Proposed Budget presentation by Supervisor of Elections Office
• FY 2023-24 Proposed Budget presentation by Clerk of Circuit Court and Comptroller’s Office

The Board of County Commissioners met for a budget workshop to receive presentations on the FY 2023-24 recommended budget. Presentations were provided by the County Administrator and the offices of the Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, Supervisor of Elections, Clerk of Circuit Court and Comptroller, and the Sheriff. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved the meeting agenda

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners approved several high-value contracts for road resurfacing, sidewalk engineering, and utility equipment. They also authorized budget transfers for fire rescue services and approved a collective bargaining agreement with firefighters.

• Approved $693,325.67 contract with Superior Asphalt, Inc. for Fort Dade Avenue resurfacing
• Approved $547,436.00 sole source purchase from Temple, Inc. for school zone beacons
• Approved $376,006.84 contract with BES, Inc. for Freeport Drive and Eastside Elementary sidewalks
• Approved $688,000.00 contract with Polydyne, Inc. for utility polymers
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Hernando County Professional Firefighters Local Union 3760
• Approved budget resolutions transferring impact fees to General Fund for Fire and Emergency Services dispatch system
• Approved infrastructure agreement with One Hernando, LLC for Statewide Logistics Center
• Approved $98,980.71 purchase of rough terrain forklift for Utilities Department

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several infrastructure contracts and grant agreements. The agenda includes a term loan for fleet replacement and various airport-related projects. Additionally, the board will consider solid waste fee changes and zoning petitions.

• $2,230,682.00 contract to Midsouth, Inc. for the Elgin Boulevard Force Main Project
• $1,155,465.00 contract to Ferguson Waterworks, Inc. for Radio Read Meter equipment
• $298,799.49 contract for Lake Townsen Park ADA sidewalk and roadway improvements
• Resolution declaring the end of the drought emergency
• Term loan from Webster Bank for vehicle and equipment replacement

The Board of County Commissioners voted to deny mediation regarding the case of Hernando County vs. Hernando County Fair Association, Inc. Other key actions included approving a fleet replacement loan and ending the drought emergency. The Board also approved several infrastructure contracts and personnel appointments.

• Denied mediation in Hernando County vs. Hernando County Fair Association, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-112 for a Webster Bank loan for fleet replacement (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-111 declaring the end of the drought emergency (5-0)
• Approved $2,230,682.00 contract for Elgin Boulevard Force Main Project (5-0)
• Approved $1,155,465.00 sole source contract for radio read meters (5-0)
• Approved $298,799.49 contract for Lake Townsen Park ADA improvements (5-0)
• Confirmed David DeCarlo as Emergency Management Director (5-0)
• Appointed Charles Lee Wilson and Daniel James Ernest, II to Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings on several land use applications. These include rezoning requests for residential, agricultural, and commercial developments.

• Rezoning at the southwest corner of Michigan Avenue and Gladstone Street to Agricultural Residential
• Master Plan revision for drive-thru restaurants and mini-storage on Elgin Boulevard
• Conditional Use Permit for a second residence west of Daly Road
• Rezoning at the northeast corner of Anderson Snow Road and County Line Road to General Commercial
• Hammock Ridge Estates Conditional Plat review

The Commission approved several rezoning petitions, master plan revisions, and a conditional plat. One conditional use permit was granted for one year, and one rezoning petition was postponed to July 10, 2023.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Anthony Joseph Prall, Jr (CU 2305) for one year (4-1)
• Approved Hammock Ridge Estates Conditional Plat (CP 1451037) (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for Jarrod Saulnier & Cindy Masse (H2304) with modifications (3-2)
• Approved rezoning for Joseph Perry (H2312) (5-0)
• Approved Master Plan Revision for Elevation Development Corporation (H2309) with modifications (5-0)
• Approved Master Plan Revision for Ocean Bleu Group (H2311) with modifications (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for Oak Development Group, LLC (H2276) with modifications (5-0)
• Postponed rezoning for Aaron and Nicole Gibson (H2314) to July 10, 2023 (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a workshop to review presentations regarding housing growth and community development. The meeting also includes presentations on Fire Assessment MSBU and Emergency Medical Services MSTU rates.

• Presentation regarding housing growth and community development
• Presentation regarding Fire Assessment MSBU rates
• Presentation regarding Emergency Medical Services MSTU rates

The Board reached consensus to direct staff to work with the Florida Housing Finance Corporation and the Housing Authority on affordable housing initiatives. Staff were also directed to research four specific properties for affordable housing and to proceed with a specific fire rescue assessment rate scenario.

• Directed staff to work with Florida Housing Finance Corporation to identify a consultant
• Directed staff to work with Housing Authority to negotiate a contract to maximize SHIP funding
• Directed staff to research four properties for use as affordable housing
• Directed staff to move forward with Scenario 2 for Fire Assessment MSBU and EMS MSTU rates

Metropolitan Planning Organization

The MPO Board will hold a public hearing regarding the adoption of the 2024–2028 Transportation Improvement Program. The meeting includes presentations on socioeconomic forecasts for the 2050 Long-Range Transportation Plan and Citrus County Transit operations. Additionally, the board will review priority project lists and grant applications for transportation services.

• Public Hearing: FY 2024 - FY 2028 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) adoption
• Review of the List of Priority Projects (LOPP)
• Presentation on 2050 Long-Range Transportation Plan socioeconomic forecast data
• Grant applications for transportation disadvantaged services in Hernando and Citrus counties
• Revision 2 of the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) for FY 2023-FY 2024

The Board approved an updated List of Priority Projects, adding new roundabouts and reordering road and sidewalk priorities. Additionally, the Board adopted the Comprehensive Operations Analysis for Citrus County Transit.

• Approved modified agenda to add Lake Lindsey Roundabout presentation (6-0)
• Approved April 6, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Comprehensive Operations Analysis for Citrus County Transit (7-0)
• Approved updated List of Priority Projects (LOPP) with modifications and renumbering (7-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider several infrastructure contracts, including sidewalk repairs and air conditioning replacement for the Sheriff's Office. The meeting also includes discussions on fertilizer regulations and utility rate increases.

• $244,241.02 contract for sidewalk repairs on Spring Hill Drive, Mariner Boulevard, Northcliffe Boulevard, Landover Boulevard, and Seven Hills Drive
• $56,429.58 contract for air conditioning replacement at the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office Building
• $40,425.00 purchase of saltwater submersible rescue equipment
• Ordinance amending regulations on nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer use
• FY 2024 rate increase for Orchard Park III Multipurpose MSBU

The Board adopted Ordinance No. 2023-07 to regulate nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizers to minimize environmental effects. Commissioners also approved several construction contracts for sidewalk repairs and HVAC replacement, along with various grant agreements and surplus property declarations.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-07 regulating fertilizer use (5-0)
• Awarded $244,241.02 sidewalk repair contract to AJ General Construction Services, Inc. (5-0)
• Awarded $56,429.58 HVAC replacement contract for Sheriff’s Office to Air Mechanical and Service Corporation (5-0)
• Approved $40,425.00 purchase of saltwater submersible rescue equipment (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-109 for FY 2024 Non-Ad Valorem Assessment Rate increase for Orchard Park III (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Paul Passarelli and Richard Savenero, Sr. to Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Approved staff recommendations for Hernando County Opioid Prevention Grant Program recipients (5-0)
• Declared county property on Budowski Road, Fig Avenue, and Tiger Street as surplus (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several contract amendments for road maintenance and paving. The meeting also includes rezoning petitions and the purchase of new equipment for Anderson Snow Park.

• Amendment to West Florida Aggregates, LLC contract for road maintenance ($600,000.00)
• Contract award to Asphalt Paving Systems, Inc. for County Road projects ($600,000.00)
• Purchase of splash park equipment at Anderson Snow Park ($450,580.33)
• Rezoning petition submitted by A & I Land Association, LLC
• Contract award to All Florida Fire Equipment for fire system inspections ($160,800.00)

The Board of County Commissioners approved several construction and maintenance contracts, including road work and splash park equipment. They also ratified rezoning decisions and approved a petition to vacate utility easements in Royal Highlands. Additionally, the Board passed resolutions recognizing law enforcement and health awareness months.

• Approved $600,000 contract for limerock stabilized base for road maintenance (5-0)
• Approved $600,000 contract for premium microsurfacing for county road projects (5-0)
• Approved $450,580.33 for splash park equipment at Anderson Snow Park (5-0)
• Approved infrastructure construction contract for Dr. Dennis Wilfong Center for Success (5-0)
• Approved rezoning petition for The Sunflower Land Trust with noise attenuation condition (5-0)
• Approved petition to vacate utility and drainage easements in Royal Highlands (5-0)
• Appointed Chris Watier as 911 Coordinator for Hernando County (5-0)
• Postponed rezoning petition for Fanta Land Corp to a date uncertain (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several residential use permits. The agenda includes requests for temporary security residences, a second residence renewal, and an assisted living facility revision.

• Rezoning from R-1B to R-1A (H-23-07)
• Revision to Assisted Living Facility permit (SE-23-01)
• Temporary security residence permit for Gilles Pierce (CU-22-13)
• Temporary security residence and storage shed permit for Penny J Johnson (CU-23-02)
• Second residence renewal for Jason Tippin (CU-23-04)

The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended that the Board of County Commissioners approve a rezoning request for A. Ventimiglia and Angelo Scarfo. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and the adoption of information packets into evidence.

• Approved agenda as written (5-0)
• Adopted information packets into evidence
• Approved Unified Agenda with staff recommendations
• Recommended Board of County Commissioners approve rezoning from R-1B to R-1A for A. Ventimiglia and Angelo Scarfo

Board of County Commissioners Workshop

The Board will review a presentation regarding Fire Assessment MSBU and EMS MSTU rates. The workshop also includes a discussion on potential revisions to Ordinance No. 2013-34 to expand fertilizer application restrictions.

• Presentation regarding Fire Assessment MSBU and EMS MSTU rates
• Workshop regarding potential revisions to Ordinance No. 2013-34 expanding fertilizer application restrictions

The Board of County Commissioners held a workshop on fire rescue assessment rates and potential fertilizer ordinance revisions. They reached consensus to continue the fire assessment discussion at a future meeting. For fertilizer restrictions, they directed staff to draft revisions including a nitrogen fertilizer ban from December 15 to March 15 and June 1 to September 30, a 25-foot buffer setback, and mandatory posting of restrictions at fertilizer retailers.

• Set another workshop to continue fire assessment rate discussion on May 9, 2023
• Directed staff to draft fertilizer ordinance revisions with nitrogen ban Dec 15–Mar 15 and Jun 1–Sep 30
• No decision on slow-release nitrogen fertilizers
• Set minimum 25-foot buffer setbacks for fertilizer application
• Phosphorus fertilizers banned during nitrogen ban periods
• GI-BMP training required for managers and supervisors
• Mandatory posting of fertilizer restrictions at retail locations

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners approved several service contracts, including water main replacement and airport infrastructure grants. They also declared two properties as surplus and approved a stop sign installation at Shoal Line and Osowaw Boulevards.

• Awarded $199,999.94 contract to DEEB Construction for Keysville Water Main Replacement
• Awarded $81,144.41 contract to Seggie Custom Builders for West Hernando Branch Library terrace wall
• Awarded $189,642.00 term contract to Mid Florida Diesel for generator maintenance
• Awarded $144,226.80 term contract to Pristine Services for janitorial services
• Approved $54,647.55 purchase of bunker gear for fire services
• Declared property at 15487 Citrus Way surplus with a 90-day listing and 120-day lease extension for Hernando Growers Association, Inc.
• Declared property on Evening Ray Drive as surplus
• Approved changing yield to full stop condition at Shoal Line Boulevard and Osowaw Boulevard

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on multiple rezoning and master plan petitions. The meeting also includes a proposal to expand the County Seat to include property on Spring Hill Drive. Additionally, officials will consider various infrastructure and public safety contracts.

• Rezoning petitions for SBA Communication Corporation and Maya Motels, Inc.
• $108,717.14 award for traffic signal cabinets and cameras
• Expansion of the County Seat to include 16264 Spring Hill Drive
• $100,000.00 contract for fire hose and ladder testing services
• Ordinance establishing the Caldera Community Development District

The Board of County Commissioners adopted a resolution declaring a drought emergency and approved several master plan and rezoning petitions. They also agreed to name the Weeki Wachee Preserve for Shoal Line Boulevard Recreation Project as Mermaid Lakes Recreation Area.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-61 declaring a drought emergency (5-0)
• Approved naming the Weeki Wachee Preserve project as Mermaid Lakes Recreation Area (5-0)
• Approved $108,717.14 purchase for traffic signal cabinets and cameras from Econolite Control Products, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $100,000.00 contract with Waterway of Central Florida, LLC for fire hose and ladder testing (5-0)
• Approved Master Plan Revision for AXI VIO Land Holdings, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved Master Plan Revision for Legacy WDM, LLC and Silver Falls Homeowners’ Association, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for SBA Communication Corporation and Great Life Church, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-04 establishing Caldera Community Development District (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider three rezoning applications. These include a request regarding a Business Training School use and changes to residential and commercial land designations.

• Rezoning for a Business Training School at Remington Ranch Property Management, LLC site
• Rezoning from R-1C to PDP(GC) east of Commercial Way (US Hwy 19)
• Rezoning from AG to PDP(SF) east of the Suncoast Parkway near Cresap Street

The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended that the Board of County Commissioners approve two rezoning petitions for commercial and single-family developments. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and the adoption of information packets into evidence.

• Approved agenda as written (5-0)
• Adopted information packets into evidence (5-0)
• Approved unified agenda (5-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning from R-1C to PDP(GC) for Aaron Tam (4-1)
• Recommended approval of rezoning from AG to PDP(SF) for Barbara Van Winkle, TTEE (5-0)

Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Hernando-Citrus MPO will consider an amendment to the Transportation Improvement Plan for US 41/SR45. The board will also review the selection of Trans Hernando as Community Transportation Coordinator and a lease for office space with Hernando County. Presentations on safety and the Crystal River/Turkey Oak Bypass Study are scheduled.

• TIP Amendment for US 41/SR45 project
• Ratification of Trans Hernando as Community Transportation Coordinator
• Approval of MPO office space lease with Hernando County BOCC
• Presentation on Crystal River/Turkey Oak Bypass Study
• Adoption of FDOT performance targets for pavement and bridge conditions

The Hernando/Citrus Metropolitan Planning Organization approved several administrative items, including the 2023 FTA certifications and a lease for office space. The board adopted FDOT performance targets for pavement and bridge conditions and approved a Transportation Improvement Plan amendment for US 41/SR45.

• Approved 2023 FTA Certifications and Assurances (8-0)
• Approved MPO office space lease agreement (8-0)
• Ratified Resolution 2023-03 selecting Mid Florida Community Services, Inc. as CTC (8-0)
• Authorized 2050 Long-Range Transportation Plan Scope B (8-0)
• Appointed Shannon Sokolowski and Stephen Hohman to the Citizens Advisory Committee (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-04 for FDOT pavement and bridge performance targets (8-0)
• Approved TIP Amendment for Project #257165-4 (US 41/SR45) (8-0)
• Approved Annual Certification Summary and Joint Certifications, rejecting certain FDOT recommended actions (8-0)

Port Authority

The Hernando County Port Authority will hold discussions regarding the purpose of its meetings and a review of operations at Brooksville-Tampa Bay Regional Airport. The agenda also includes discussions on industrial area growth, the commercial fishing industry, and funding opportunities.

• Review of operations at Brooksville-Tampa Bay Regional Airport
• Discussion regarding industrial area growth
• Discussion regarding commercial fishing industry
• Discussion regarding funding opportunities

The Board reached a consensus to have staff research an Industrial Land Strategy Study and a potential feasibility study via the Florida Seaport Transportation and Economic Development Council. Staff will also research a sales tax referendum for economic development funding. These items will be brought back for future discussion.

• Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)
• Directed staff to research Industrial Land Strategy Study options
• Directed staff to research FSTED feasibility study for port council and commercial fishing port status
• Directed staff to research sales tax referendum for economic development funding

Board of County Commissioners, School Board, and Brooksville City Council Interlocal Governmental Meeting

The Hernando County Board of County Commissioners, School Board, and Brooksville City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss regional growth trends. The agenda includes discussions regarding housing development, school capacity, and impact fee updates. The bodies will also discuss interlocal agreements concerning the mutual use of facilities and potential agreement revisions.

• Discussion regarding housing development and growth trends
• Discussion regarding school capacity and growth trends
• Discussion regarding impact fee update
• Proposed interlocal agreement for mutual use of County facilities
• Potential revisions to interlocal agreement with School Board and Brooksville

The Board of County Commissioners, School Board, and Brooksville City Council reached a consensus to include the City Council in an Interlocal Agreement for Mutual Use of County Facilities. Staff from the three bodies were directed to work together to draft the revised agreement.

• Consensus reached to include Brooksville City Council in the Interlocal Agreement for Mutual Use of County Facilities
• Directed staff to draft the revised Interlocal Agreement for Mutual Use of County Facilities
• Consensus for Brooksville City Council to organize the next Interlocal Government meeting

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will review several agreements, including a large-scale construction management project for the Tax Collector Building. Discussions are also scheduled regarding potential light pollution regulations and budget transfers for the Sheriff's Office. The meeting includes various contract awards for fire station services and park improvements.

• $11,300,000 construction management agreement for Tax Collector Building
• $177,406 amendment for Fire Station No. 15 architectural and design services
• $71,682.20 contract for tennis and pickleball court conversion at Hernando Park
• $101,850 agreement for a broadband feasibility study
• Discussion regarding a potential ordinance regulating light pollution

The Board approved a construction management agreement for the Tax Collector building and several infrastructure contracts, including road improvements and park upgrades. It also established a Public Service Facility Overlay District and approved several easement vacations in Royal Highlands.

• Approved $11.3M construction management contract for Tax Collector Building
• Approved $177,406 architectural services for Fire Station No. 15
• Approved $71,682.20 for tennis court resurfacing and pickleball conversion at Hernando Park
• Approved $101,850 broadband feasibility study with Magellan Advisors, LLC
• Approved SR 50 and Cortez Oaks intersection improvement project
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-58 to establish Public Service Facility Overlay District
• Approved vacation of utility and drainage easements for James and Marlo Morelli and Susan and John Casper
• Approved reimbursement agreement for water main and hydrant at Brooksville-Tampa Bay Regional Airport (3-2)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved several major infrastructure contracts, including the Lockhart Water Treatment Plant expansion and Fire Station No. 2. Multiple right-of-way vacations and zoning petitions were approved, while one rezoning petition was postponed.

• Approved $10,350,000 contract to Archer Western Construction, LLC for Lockhart Water Treatment Plant Expansion (5-0)
• Approved $6,187,194 contract to New Vista Builders Group, LLC for Fire Station No. 2 (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Danielle Taylor as Health Department Administrator (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Don Whiting to Planning and Zoning Commission (5-0)
• Approved Master Plan Revision for Luis Puerto and Brenda Puerto (5-0)
• Approved Rezoning Petition for Elizabeth A. Richards, Vonda Richards and Kevan Richards (5-0)
• Postponed Rezoning Petition submitted by Josh Hofstede (4-0)
• Approved four petitions to vacate right of way in Woodland Waters Phases 4, 5, and 6 (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will consider several land use revisions and rezoning requests. This includes a request to rezone Greater Life Church and the establishment of a district for a government building.

• Rezoning Greater Life Church from R-1A to C-1 on Cortez Boulevard
• Revision to a special exception permit for a venue on Culbreath Road
• Establishing a Public Service Facility Overlay District for a government building
• Master plan revision for Achillies Thomas AXI VIO Land Holding, Inc on Ayers Road
• Approval of several conditional plats including Cabot Citrus Village Phase I

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted to recommend that the Board of County Commissioners approve several special exception permits, rezonings, and master plan revisions. These include requests for a special events venue, an educational facility, a communication tower, and various planned development projects.

• Recommended approval of special exception for Matthews Family Limited Partnership events venue (5-0)
• Recommended approval of special exception for Greater Life Church educational facility (5-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning Greater Life Church from R-1A to C-1 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of communication tower revision for SBA Communications Corporation (5-0)
• Recommended approval of master plan revision for Achillies Thomas AXI VIO Land Holding, Inc (5-0)
• Recommended approval of master plan revision for Legacy WMD, LLC (4-1)
• Recommended approval of Public Service Facility Overlay District for government building (5-0)
• Recommended approval of master plan revision for Glen Lakes Commons, LLC (4-1)

Value Adjustment Board

The agenda for this Hernando County Value Adjustment Board meeting contains only procedural boilerplate. No substantive items, such as decisions or discussions, are listed in the provided text.

The Board approved the final certifications for real and tangible personal property taxable values for 2022. The Board also approved Special Magistrate recommendations and renewed the contract for legal counsel.

• Approved Special Magistrate recommendations for petition hearings (3-0)
• Ratified Special Magistrate invoice payments (3-0)
• Approved Real Property taxable value certification of $11,563,576,638 (3-0)
• Approved Tangible Personal Property taxable value certification of $3,887,066 (3-0)
• Approved Notice of Tax Impact of VAB for 2022 (3-0)
• Approved attorney renewal contract for Holly E. Cosby (3-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved July 28, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a planning workshop to discuss several county matters. Discussions include impact fees and potential amendments to solid waste collection district boundaries. The agenda also covers trailer usage at the West Convenience Center and solid waste rate analysis.

• Discussion regarding impact fees
• Amendment to Universal Solid Waste Collection District Boundaries
• Trailer usage at Solid Waste and Recycling Department West Convenience Center
• Solid Waste Department Rate Analysis

The Board reached consensus to maintain current impact fee levels with specific increases for Parks and Recreation, schools, and transportation. Members also agreed to direct staff to draft an ordinance for solid waste collection boundaries and updated usage limits for the West Convenience Center.

• Concurred to support a Resolution proclaiming fentanyl as an opioid epidemic
• Approved the Agenda
• Consensus to keep impact fee levels as they exist, except for increases to Parks and Recreation, school system, and transportation
• Consensus to direct staff to prepare an Ordinance for Solid Waste Collection District Boundaries using Options 1 and 2
• Consensus to reduce West Convenience Center trips to one per day
• Consensus to eliminate Construction and Demolition debris at West Convenience Center
• Consensus to limit furniture and yard waste trips to five per year at West Convenience Center

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several contracts related to infrastructure, including road maintenance and playground equipment. The agenda includes discussions on property surplus declarations and various zoning petitions. Additionally, the board will consider grant agreements and professional service contracts.

• $2,149,124.51 purchase of pavement preservation and recycling treatments for various road projects
• $600,000 contract award to West Florida Aggregates, LLC for road maintenance limerock base
• $229,892.35 purchase of playground equipment for Delta Woods Park
• Final Plat for Pine Bluff
• Grant agreement with the State Division of Emergency Management regarding Hurricane Ian expenses

Board of County Commissioners Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a planning retreat at Chinsegut Hill Retreat and Conference Center. This session is for discussion only and will not include public input. A summary of the discussions will be provided at a future meeting.

• Impact Fees and Transportation discussion
• Economic Development discussion
• Parks and Recreation discussion
• Development Standards and Code Enforcement discussion

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing a budget resolution regarding revenue from Road Impact Fees to fund the State Road 50 Frontage Road project. The agenda also includes contract amendments for landfill maintenance and several rezoning petitions.

• Budget resolution for State Road 50 Frontage Road funding via Road Impact Fees
• Contract amendment with Integrated Environmental Technology, Inc. for landfill maintenance ($520,200.00)
• Contract awards for motor and pump repair work totaling $212,118.00
• Resolution to modify fees and charges for Fire and Emergency Services
• Public hearings for various rezoning and master plan petitions

The Board of County Commissioners approved several rezoning and master plan petitions, including requests from Sueann Gouin, David Kerns, and the YMCA of the Suncoast. The Board also approved a budget resolution for the State Road 50 Frontage Road project and various service contracts. A reimbursement agreement with American Aviation, Inc. was denied.

• Approved Budget Resolution No. 2023-23 for State Road 50 Frontage Road project (5-0)
• Denied reimbursement agreement with American Aviation, Inc. (4-1)
• Approved rezoning for Jesus Espinal and Guadalupe Espinal (4-1)
• Approved rezoning for Sueann Gouin (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for David Kerns (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for YMCA of the Suncoast (5-0)
• Approved master plan petition for 235 Cobblestone Drive, LLC (5-0)
• Approved variance for Allan L. Da Fonte and Michelle M. Rogers (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several rezoning applications and conditional plats. These include a master plan revision near County Line Road and a proposal to allow tiny homes on Mitchell Road.

• Rezoning for tiny homes on the east side of Mitchell Road
• Master Plan Revision north of County Line Road
• Rezoning from R-1C to AR-2 at Solway Drive and Octavia Way
• Oak Hill Villas conditional plat
• Olancha Subdivision conditional plat

The Commission recommended that the Board of County Commissioners approve a master plan revision for a neighborhood commercial project and a residential-to-agricultural rezoning. A request to allow tiny homes was postponed pending further guidance from the Board of County Commissioners.

• Recommended approval of Master Plan Revision for property on County Line Road (5-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning from R-1C to AR-2 at Solway Drive and Octavia Way (5-0)
• Postponed tiny home rezoning application on Mitchell Road pending BOCC direction (5-0)
• Approved the Unified Agenda (5-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda as written (5-0)
• Adopted information packets into evidence (5-0)

Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Hernando-Citrus MPO will elect its 2023 Board Chair and approve minutes from late 2022 meetings. The board will also consider several appointments to advisory committees and transportation boards.

• Election of 2023 MPO Board Chair
• Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee member appointments
• Citizens Advisory Committee appointment
• Resolution to adopt Annual Safety Performance Measures (PM-1)
• Hernando County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board appointments

The Hernando/Citrus MPO Board elected its 2023 leadership and appointed members to several advisory committees. The board approved annual safety performance measures and adopted new attendance standards for state agency representatives. Mid Florida Community Services was selected as the Hernando County Community Transportation Coordinator.

• Elected Commissioner Schlabach as Board Chair (7-0)
• Elected Commissioner Jerry Campbell as Board Vice Chair (7-0)
• Selected Mid Florida Community Services as Hernando County Community Transportation Coordinator (7-0)
• Adopted Annual Safety Performance Measures PM-1 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-01 for State Agency Representative attendance standards (7-0)
• Appointed Dennis Henize, Sherry Bechtel, and Michael Dolan to BPAC (7-0)
• Appointed Scarlett Sharpe to CAC (7-0)
• Appointed Gerry Whitted to TDLCB (7-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will review a presentation regarding a proposed master plan for the expansion of the Hernando County Detention Center. The agenda also includes a legislative session to consider an ordinance regarding protection from sexual offenders and predators. Additionally, the Board will consider various grant applications and contract awards.

• Proposed master plan for expansion of the Hernando County Detention Center
• $200,000 sole source contract award to SJUR Solutions, Inc. for video inspection software
• Ordinance creating new protections from sexual offenders and predators
• Grant funding for the Lake Townsen Park Boat Ramp Project
• Rezoning petition for Noyes Veterinary Services, LLC

The Board adopted a new county code article regarding protection from sexual offenders and predators. Other actions included approving a rezoning petition for Noyes Veterinary Services, LLC and authorizing various budget resolutions for grants and equipment.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-03 creating 'Protection From Sexual Offenders and Sexual Predators' (5-0)
• Approved rezoning petition for Noyes Veterinary Services, LLC (5-0)
• Denied settlement offer for civil restitution lien against Anthony Stephen Gotts (3-2)
• Approved $200,000 sole source contract to SJUR Solutions, Inc. for software (5-0)
• Approved Budget Resolution No. 2023-15 for fleet replacement vehicles and equipment (5-0)
• Approved Budget Resolution No. 2023-21 for Opioid Prevention Grant Program (5-0)
• Approved request for Grant Writer position in Office of Management and Budget (5-0)
• Approved family hardship petition from Raymond Craig Campbell (5-0)

Value Adjustment Board

The Hernando County Value Adjustment Board will hold a Special Magistrate Hearing on January 23, 2023. The agenda includes a review of commercial real property valuation Petition No. 22-294.

• Review of commercial real property valuation Petition No. 22-294

Value Adjustment Board

The Value Adjustment Board will conduct a special magistrate hearing regarding real property valuation petitions. These petitions involve both commercial and residential properties.

• Petition Nos. 22-230, 22-231 and 22-232
• Petition Nos. 22-233, 22-234 and 22-235
• Petition Nos. 22-236, 22-237 and 22-238
• Petition Nos. 22-239, 22-240 and 22-241
• Petition Nos. 22-242, 22-243 and 22-251

Value Adjustment Board

The Value Adjustment Board will hold a Special Magistrate Hearing regarding several residential real property valuation petitions. The agenda lists eleven specific petitions for review.

• Petition No. 22-008
• Petition No. 22-009
• Petition No. 22-010
• Petition No. 22-011
• Petition No. 22-012

Value Adjustment Board

The Value Adjustment Board is holding a Special Magistrate Hearing to review residential real property valuations. The board will consider multiple petitions, including numbers 22-216 through 22-250.

• Review of residential real property valuation petitions

The board conducted hearings for residential real property valuation petitions. The minutes list the petition numbers heard but do not record specific decisions or outcomes.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners approved several master plan petitions, zoning amendments, and utility easement vacations. They also authorized multiple service contracts for mowing, engineering, and pavement preservation. Three rezoning and master plan petitions were postponed to February 14, 2023.

• Approved Small Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment for Oak Development Group, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Master Plan Revision for Tri-County Development, Inc. with County Line Road Right of Way condition (5-0)
• Approved Master Plan Petition for Oak Hill Land, LLC with Planning and Zoning Recommendations (5-0)
• Approved Master Plan Revision for Racetrac Petroleum, Inc. with property owner notification condition (5-0)
• Approved $2M Polk County contract with Asphalt Paving Systems for pavement preservation (5-0)
• Approved $207,000 mowing services contract for Clear Cut Lawn & Landscaping, LLC (5-0)
• Approved ordinance updating regulations for septage hauling services (5-0)
• Postponed Master Plan and Rezoning petitions for Sobel Fund VII, LLC, Jesus Espinal, and Oak Development Group to Feb 14 (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will elect its 2023 chair and vice chair at this meeting. The agenda includes public hearings for conditional use permits and several quasi-judicial items regarding land use changes. These requests involve rezoning properties for residential, agricultural, and commercial uses.

• Rezoning of property at the southwest corner of Lake in the Woods Drive and Commercial Way
• Rezoning from agricultural to planned development at Godwit Avenue and Gyrafalcon Avenue
• Master plan revision for property near County Line Road and Cobblestone Drive
• Conditional use permit for a temporary security residence on Broad Street
• Rezoning of property at Henderson Street and Mariner Boulevard to multifamily use

The Commission recommended that the Board of County Commissioners approve 11 petitions involving rezoning and master plan revisions. Three petitions were postponed due to inadequate notice or petitioner absence. The Commission also elected its 2023 officers.

• Elected Jonathan McDonald as Chairman (5-0)
• Elected W. Steve Hickey as Vice Chairman (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Master Plan Revision for Sobel Fund VII, LLC with modified conditions (5-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning for Jesus Espinal from R-1C to AR-2 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning for Oak Development Group, LLC to PDP(SF) and PDP(SU) with modified conditions (5-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning for Sueann Gouin from AR-2 to AG (5-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning for David Kerns from R-1C to AR-2 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning for Tri County Development Inc. to PDP(MF) with modified conditions (5-0)