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Highlands CountyFL averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$177,900 Municipal budget
Total revenue$148.0M (FY2023)
Total spending$137.1M (FY2023)
Taxes$69.9M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$26.6M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,327 (FY2023)
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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
Highlands County Government Center Boardroom, Sebring
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Highlands County Board of County Commissioners
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
9:00 AM
600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870
1.
Meeting Called to Order: Invitation to fill out "Comments by the Public" forms
Please silence all cell phones and devices.
2.
Invocation
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Announcements
Highlands County will hold a Budget Public Hearing Meeting at 5:30 p.m. on
Thursday, September 3, 2026, in the Commissioners' Board Room of the
Government Center, 600 South Commerce Avenue, Sebring, FL 33870.
The Zoning Board of Adjustment (BOA) will meet at 3:00 p.m. followed at 3:15 p.m.
by the Planning and Zoning Commission/Local Planning Agency (P&Z) on
Tuesday, September 8, 2026, in the Commissioners' Board Room of the
Government Center, 600 South Commerce Avenue, Sebring, FL, 33870.
The Highlands County Board of County Commissioners will hold a Final Budget
Hearing Meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, in the
Commissioners' Board Room at the Government Center, 600 South Commerce
Avenue, Sebring, FL, 33870.
The Highlands Soil & Water Conservation District will hold a Board of Supervisors
Meeting at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, in the HSWCD Conference
Room at the Bert Harris Agricultural Center, 4505 George Blvd, Sebring, FL,
33870.
The Children's Advocacy Center, along with the State Attorney's Office, will hold a
Protect Your Children from Sex Offenders free community training from 9:00 a.m.
to 12:00 p.m., …
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 09:30
Meeting of the Districts
Board to approve $1.08M in non-ad valorem assessments for 10 service districts
The Highlands County Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to review and approve the certification of non-ad valorem assessment rolls for ten Municipal Service Benefit Units for Fiscal Year 26-27. The agenda includes a public hearing where the Business Services Director will present the fiscal impact, estimated at approximately $1,082,368.28 in combined revenue. The meeting also includes standard public comment periods and procedural items.
- Public hearing to approve certification of non-ad valorem assessment rolls for 10 Municipal Service Benefit Units for FY 26-27
- Estimated FY 26-27 revenue for the 10 units is approximately $1,082,368.28
- Districts listed include Avon Park Estates, Orange Villa Mobile Home Estates, and Highlands Park Estates S.B.D.s
- Other listed districts include Placid Lakes, Red Hill Farms, and Lake Haven Estates S.B.D.s
- Additional districts include Sebring Acres, Orange Blossom, and Sebring Country Estates S.B.D.s
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Highlands County Government Center Boardroom, Sebring
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Highlands County Board of County Commissioners Special Districts
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
9:30 AM
600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870
DISTRICTS LIST
AVON PARK ESTATES S. B D.
ORANGE VILLA MOBILE HOME ESTATES S. B. D.
HIGHLANDS PARK ESTATES S. B. D.
PLACID LAKES S.B.D. HIGHWAY PARK S. B. D.
RED HILL FARMS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
LAKE HAVEN ESTATES S. B. D.
SEBRING ACRES S. B. D.
ORANGE BLOSSOM ESTATES S. B. D.
SEBRING COUNTRY ESTATES S. B. D.
ORANGE BLOSSOM UNIT 12 S. B. D.
SEBRING HILLS S. B. D.
COUNTYWIDE FIRE DISTRICT
THUNDERBIRD ROAD WASTEWATER S. B. D.
ISTOKPOGA MARSH WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
SUN ‘N LAKES OF LAKE PLACID RECREATION DISTRICT
OAK MANOR AVENUE ROAD PAVING MUNICIPAL SERVICE BENEFIT
DISTRICT
1.
Meeting Called to Order: Invitation to fill out "Comments by the Public" forms
Please silence all cell phones and devices.
2.
Public Comment
3.
Public Hearing
A. Request approval of the certification of the non-ad valorem assessment rolls
for ten (10) Municipal Service Benefit Units for Fiscal Year 26-27.
Tanya Cannady, Business Services Director
The fiscal impact for FY 26-27 estimated revenue amounts for non-ad valorem
assessments are approximately $1,082,368.28 for the ten (10) Municipal
Service Benefit Units combined.
4.
Adjourn
Any person who decides to appeal any decision made by this Board of County Commissioners of
Highlands County, Florida, in public hearing or meeting is hereby advised that he or sh …
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 17:30
Special Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
600 S. Commerce Avenue, Sebring
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 15:15
Board of Adjustment / Planning & Zoning Commission
Commission reviews four zoning changes, including a 60-acre farm-to-residential conversion.
The Highlands County Planning & Zoning Commission will hear public testimony on four land-use applications. The most significant item involves converting a 60.85-acre agricultural parcel in Sebring to low-density residential and estate zoning. The other three items involve agricultural and industrial district changes in Lake Placid and Sebring. Recommendations from this meeting will be forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners on October 20, 2026.
- CPA-26-647SS: Future Land Use Map amendment from Agriculture to Low Density Residential for a 60.85-acre parcel at 5711 Oak Manor Ave, Sebring.
- P&Z 2183: Zoning Atlas change from AU Agricultural District to EU Estate District for the same 60.85-acre parcel at 5711 Oak Manor Ave, Sebring.
- P&Z 2189: Zoning Atlas change from AU Agricultural District to AU PD Agricultural District with a Planned Development for an 18.85-acre parcel at 4200 SR 70 E, Lake Placid.
- P&Z 2195: Zoning Atlas change from B-3 Business and I-2 Industrial Districts to I-2 PD Industrial District with a Planned Development for two parcels totaling 2.24 acres at 6780 & 6814 US 27 S, Sebring.
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Highlands County Government Center, Sebring
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Highlands County
Planning & Zoning Commission/Local Planning Agency
September 8, 2026, at 3:15 PM
or as soon thereafter as possible in the
Commissioners’ Board Room Highlands County Government Center,
600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870
After receiving a recommendation at the hearing listed above,
this item will be heard by the Board of County Commissioners (BCC)
on October 20, 2026
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Please silence all cell phones and devices.
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING
4.
SWEARING IN OF WITNESSES
5.
OLD BUSINESS
6.
NEW BUSINESS
A. CPA-26-647SS - PEACE RIVER CITRUS INVESTMENTS C/O THOMAS
WODRICH, AICP, TDW LAND PLANNING
An approximate 60.85-acre parcel located at 5711 Oak Manor Ave, Sebring,
and identified by Parcel Identification Number C-10-35-29-A00-0080-0000.
The Applicant is requesting an amendment to the Future Land Use Map from
Agriculture (AG) to Low Density Residential (RL).
Reference: Highlands County 2050 Comprehensive Plan, Future Land Use
Element Policy 1.2.D.2. Low Density Residential (RL).
B. P&Z 2183 - PEACE RIVER CITRUS INVESTMENTS C/O THOMAS
WODRICH, AICP, TDW LAND PLANNING
An approximate 60.85-acre parcel located at 5711 Oak Manor Ave, Sebring,
and identified by Parcel Identification Number C-10-35-29-A00-0080-0000.
The Applicant is requesting a change to the official Zoning Atlas from AU
Agricultural District to EU Estate District.
Reference: Highlands County Code …
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 15:00
Board of Adjustment / Planning & Zoning Commission
Highlands County Government Center, Sebring
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Highlands County
Zoning Board of Adjustment
September 8, 2026, at 3:00 PM
or as soon thereafter as possible in the
Commissioners’ Board Room Highlands County Government Center,
600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Please silence all cell phones and devices.
2.
ROLL CALL
3.
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING
4.
SWEARING IN OF WITNESSES
5.
OLD BUSINESS
6.
NEW BUSINESS
A. BOA 2014 - MATTHEW AND GINGER JONES, C/O SHANNON NASH
An approximate 0.49-acre parcel located at 3443 Rhododendron Road, Lake
Placid, and identified by Parcel Identification No. C-21-36-29-170-3870-0120.
The Applicant is requesting a 1.6-foot variance to allow a 5.9-foot side setback
instead of the required 7.5 feet, to add a pool enclosure to the existing concrete
deck and pool area.
Reference: Highlands County Code of Ordinances, Section 12.05.211
through 12.05.210, Subsection G: Side [yard requirement]: […] 7.5 feet;
Section 12.05.401, Subsection L: A pool enclosure consisting of frame with
screen panels may be located not less than seven and one-half feet from a
rear or inside lot line; and Section 12.02.104 Subsection 315: Variance,
zoning. […] As used in this chapter, a zoning variance is authorized only for
height, area and size of structure, setbacks, base building lines, or size of
yards and open spaces […].
B. BOA 2015 - GREEN GROUP DEVELOPMENT, LLC
An approximate 0.16-acre parcel identified by Parcel Identification No. C …
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 09:30
Meeting of the Districts
Highlands County Government Center Boardroom, Sebring
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
Highlands County Government Center Boardroom, Sebring
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 17:30
Special Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
600 S. Commerce Avenue, Sebring
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 09:30
Meeting of the Districts
Highlands County Government Center Boardroom, Sebring
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
Highlands County Government Center Boardroom, Sebring
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 15:00
Board of Adjustment / Planning & Zoning Commission
Highlands County Government Center, Sebring
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 15:15
Board of Adjustment / Planning & Zoning Commission
Highlands County Government Center, Sebring
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
Highlands County Government Center Boardroom, Sebring
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 09:30
Meeting of the Districts
Highlands County Government Center Boardroom, Sebring
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 09:30
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Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
Highlands County Government Center Boardroom, Sebring
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 09:30
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Highlands County Government Center Boardroom, Sebring
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 15:15
Board of Adjustment / Planning & Zoning Commission
Highlands County Government Center, Sebring
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 15:00
Board of Adjustment / Planning & Zoning Commission
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Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 09:30
Meeting of the Districts
Highlands County Government Center Boardroom, Sebring
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
Highlands County Government Center Boardroom, Sebring
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 09:30
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Highlands County Government Center Boardroom, Sebring
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
Highlands County Government Center Boardroom, Sebring
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 09:30
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Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 15:15
Board of Adjustment / Planning & Zoning Commission
600 S. Commerce Avenue, Sebring
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 15:00
Board of Adjustment / Planning & Zoning Commission
600 S. Commerce Avenue, Sebring
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
Highlands County Government Center Boardroom, Sebring
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 09:30
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Highlands County Government Center Boardroom, Sebring
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Tue Jun 1, 2027 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
Highlands County Government Center Boardroom, Sebring
Tue Jun 1, 2027 · 09:30
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Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
Highlands County Government Center Boardroom, Sebring
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Recent meetings
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 10:00
Meeting of the Health Insurance Advisory Committee
Health Insurance Advisory Committee to review 2027 claims and rates
The Highlands County Health Insurance Advisory Committee will meet to approve the minutes from February 26, 2026, and hear a presentation from The Ghering Group on the claims review plan and rates for 2027. This is a routine meeting focused on health insurance matters for county employees.
- Approve minutes of February 26, 2026 meeting
- Presentation by Shawn Fleming and Sam Ricchini of The Ghering Group on 2027 claims review and rates
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Highlands County Health Insurance Advisory Committee
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
10:00 AM
600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870
1.
Call to Order
Please silence all cell phones and devices.
2.
Approve the Minutes of February 26, 2026, Meeting
3.
Shawn Fleming and Sam Ricchini, The Ghering Group
Claims Review Plan and Rates review for 2027
4.
Adjourn
Any person who decides to appeal any decision made by the Health Insurance Advisory Committee of
Highlands County, Florida, in public hearing or meeting is hereby advised that he or she will need a
record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim
record of the proceedings is made, which record will include the testimony and evidence upon which such
appeal is to be based.
The Health Insurance Advisory Committee of Highlands County, Florida, does not discriminate upon the
basis of any individual’s disability status. This non-discrimination policy involves every aspect of the
Board's functions, including one's access to, participation, employment or treatment in its programs or
activities. "Anyone requiring reasonable accommodation as provided for in the Americans With
Disabilities Act or Section 286.26 Florida Statutes should contact Human Resources, ADA Coordinator at:
863-402-6509 (voice), or via Florida Rely Service 711, or by e-mail: hrmanager@highlandsfl.gov."
Requests for CART or interpreter services should be made as soon as possible but no less t …
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 09:30
Meeting of the Districts
Placid Lakes district budget shifts for repairs, security, recreation
The Highlands County Board of County Commissioners is meeting as the Special Districts body to consider two budget amendments for the Placid Lakes Special Benefit District, totaling $68,000, and to approve the minutes from the July 7, 2026 meeting. The amendments would reallocate existing funds within the district's budget for security services, repairs, and recreational development. No other substantive action is on the agenda.
- Budget Amendment 25-26-113: $43,000 transfer within Placid Lakes SBD for security ($19,000) and repair & maintenance ($24,000)
- Budget Amendment 25-26-111: $25,000 transfer for Placid Lakes Recreational project #25051
- Approval of minutes from July 7, 2026 Special Districts Meeting
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Highlands County Board of County Commissioners Special Districts
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
9:30 AM
600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870
DISTRICTS LIST
AVON PARK ESTATES S. B D.
ORANGE VILLA MOBILE HOME ESTATES S. B. D.
HIGHLANDS PARK ESTATES S. B. D.
PLACID LAKES S.B.D. HIGHWAY PARK S. B. D.
RED HILL FARMS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
LAKE HAVEN ESTATES S. B. D.
SEBRING ACRES S. B. D.
ORANGE BLOSSOM ESTATES S. B. D.
SEBRING COUNTRY ESTATES S. B. D.
ORANGE BLOSSOM UNIT 12 S. B. D.
SEBRING HILLS S. B. D.
COUNTYWIDE FIRE DISTRICT
THUNDERBIRD ROAD WASTEWATER S. B. D.
ISTOKPOGA MARSH WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
SUN ‘N LAKES OF LAKE PLACID RECREATION DISTRICT
OAK MANOR AVENUE ROAD PAVING MUNICIPAL SERVICE BENEFIT
DISTRICT
1.
Meeting Called to Order: Invitation to fill out "Comments by the Public" forms
Please silence all cell phones and devices.
2.
Public Comment
3.
Consent Agenda
A. Request approval of Budget Amendment 25-26-113 to realign budgeted funds
for needed repairs as well as for security services for Placid Lakes Special
Benefit District ($43,000).
Rosa Morales, Budget Analyst II/NAV
The fiscal impact of $43,000 to Fund 107 (Placid Lakes Special Benefit
District) is a transfer of budgeted funds within cost center 7987 (Placid Lakes
Special Benefit District), from account 59900 (Reserve for Contingency) to
accounts 53406 (Security) and 54600 (Repair & Maintenance) in the amounts
of $19,000 and $24,000, respectively.
B. Requ …
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
County to consider raising solid waste assessment to $280.56 per unit
The Highlands County Board of County Commissioners is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing to consider re-imposing the solid waste special assessment at an increased rate of $280.56 per residential unit, which would raise about $1.83 million for the Solid Waste fund. The board will also vote on a consent agenda that includes waiving field rental fees, approving a $92,900 task authorization for solid waste engineering, and other routine items. A workshop to discuss the proposed FY26-27 budget is scheduled during the meeting.
- Public hearing on Final Resolution 25-26-163 to re-impose solid waste special assessment at $280.56 per unit, increasing revenue by ~$1,829,261
- Waive field rental fees for YMCA 2026 Fall Soccer Program ($1,300) and Sebring High School Cross Country ($435)
- Approve Task Authorization #1 25-015 with Jones, Edmunds & Associates for $92,900 (Solid Waste fund)
- Approve Interlocal Agreement with City of Sebring for Mutual Aid for Fire Protection
- Adopt Highlands County Vulnerability Assessment and Adaptation Action Area Plans
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Highlands County Board of County Commissioners
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
9:00 AM
600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870
1.
Meeting Called to Order: Invitation to fill out "Comments by the Public" forms
Please silence all cell phones and devices.
2.
Invocation
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Announcements
The Highlands County Insurance Committee will hold a Regular Meeting at 10:00
a.m., on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, in the Board Room at 600 South
Commerce Avenue, Sebring, FL 33870.
The Heartland Library Cooperative Governing Board will hold a Regular Meeting at
10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, in the Meeting Room of the Lake
Placid Memorial Library at 205 W Interlake Blvd, Lake Placid, FL, 33852.
The Value Adjustment Board will hold a meeting for the purpose of selecting a new
VAB Attorney at 4:00 p.m., on Thursday, August 20, 2026, in the Board Room at
600 South Commerce Avenue, Sebring, FL, 33870.
The Natural Resources Advisory Commission will hold a Regular Meeting at 4:00
p.m. on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at 4344 George Blvd, Sebring, FL 33875, in
the Road & Bridge Conference Room 1.
The Board of Commissioners of the Highlands County Hospital District will hold a
Regular Meeting at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 27, 2026, in the Board Room at
600 South Commerce Avenue, Sebring, FL 33870.
The Children's Advocacy Center, along with the State Attorney's Office, will hold a
Protect Your Children from Sex Offenders free community t …
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 15:00
Board of Adjustment / Planning & Zoning Commission
Highlands County Government Center, Sebring
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 15:15
Board of Adjustment / Planning & Zoning Commission
Commission reviews text amendment for Lake Placid Groves
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a request to amend the Future Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan. The proposal seeks to remove expired phasing schedules and update provisions for Lake Placid Groves. The parcels will keep their Mixed Use Future Land Use designation.
- CPA-26-652LS: Text amendment request for Lake Placid Groves regarding Appendix Policy A.2.87
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Highlands County
Planning & Zoning Commission/Local Planning Agency
August 11, 2026, at 3:15 PM
or as soon thereafter as possible in the
Commissioners’ Board Room Highlands County Government Center,
600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870
After receiving a recommendation at the hearing listed above,
this item will be heard by the Board of County Commissioners (BCC)
on September 15, 2026
1. CALL TO ORDER
Please silence all cell phones and devices.
2. ROLL CALL
3. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING
4. SWEARING IN OF WITNESSES
5. OLD BUSINESS
6. NEW BUSINESS
A. CPA-26-652LS - LAKE PLACID GROVES C/O DANIEL DELISI, AICP
The Applicant is requesting a text amendment to the Future Land Use Element
of the Comprehensive Plan to amend Appendix Policy A.2.87, Site-Specific
Development Conditions, as previously adopted by CPA-10-511LS, to remove
expired phasing schedules and update provisions based on changes in State
statutes and market conditions. The parcels will all retain the Mixed Use Future
Land Use designation.
Reference: Highlands County Comprehensive Plan, Future Land Use Element
Appendix Policy A.2.48. CPA-10-511LS, Lake Placid Groves
7. KNOWLEDGE QUEST
8. CITIZENS NOT ON THE AGENDA
9. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
10. BOARD MEMBERS
11. ANNOUNCEMENT OF NEXT MEETING - SEPTEMBER 8, 2026
12. ADJOURN
Any person who decides to appeal any decision made by the Planning and Zoning Commission/Local
Planning Agency of Highlands Co …
Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 11:00
General
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Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 08:35
General
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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 09:15
Addendum to the Board of County Commissioners
Board of County Commissioners to receive Clerk of Courts financial report
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to review an addendum to the regular agenda. The primary purpose is to receive a financial report from the Clerk of Courts.
- Clerk of Courts Interim Financial Report of key Operating Performance Measures as of June 30, 2026
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Highlands County Board of County Commissioners
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
9:15 AM
600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870
An Addendum to the Regular Board Agenda Meeting of August 4,
2026 for the purpose of adding a Financial Report for the Clerk of
Courts.
Recognitions, Presentations and Proclamations
A. 13 A Clerk of Courts Interim Financial Report of key Operating Performance
Measures as of June 30, 2026
Jackie Hill
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Adjourn
Any person who decides to appeal any decision made by this Board of County Commissioners of
Highlands County, Florida, in public hearing or meeting is hereby advised that he or she will need a
record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim
record of the proceedings is made, which record will include the testimony and evidence upon which such
appeal is to be based.
The Board of County Commissioners of Highlands County, Florida, does not discriminate upon the basis
of any individual’s disability status. This non-discrimination policy involves every aspect of the Board's
functions, including one's access to, participation, employment or treatment in its programs or activities.
"Anyone requiring reasonable accommodation as provided for in the Americans With Disabilities Act or
Section 286.26 Florida Statutes should contact Human Resources, ADA Coordinator at: 863-402-6509
(voice), or via Florida Rely Service 711, or by e-mail: hrmanager@highlandsfl.gov." Requests for CART …
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
Board considers re-imposing fire protection special assessment
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the re-imposition of a fire protection special assessment. The meeting also includes votes on law enforcement grants, road construction funding, and a waste solutions franchise agreement.
- Public hearing for Resolution 25-26-157 to re-impose fire protection special assessment (est. $11,242,883 net revenue)
- LESA grant award for law enforcement salary assistance ($425,830.25)
- Budget amendment to realign road construction funding ($620,000.00)
- Five-year renewal for OpenGov Inc. ($280,285)
- Third amendment and restated franchise agreement with Florida Waste Solutions, LLC
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Highlands County Board of County Commissioners
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
9:00 AM
600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870
1. Meeting Called to Order: Invitation to fill out "Comments by the Public" forms
Please silence all cell phones and devices.
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Announcements
Highlands County Code Enforcement will hold a Special Magistrate Hearing at 1:30
p.m., on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, in the Board Room at 600 South Commerce
Avenue, Sebring, FL 33870.
The Planning and Zoning Commission/Local Planning Agency (P&Z) will meet at
3:15 p.m. on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, in the Board Room at 600 South
Commerce Avenue, Sebring, FL.
The Board of Commissioners of the Highlands County Hospital District will hold a
special meeting at 1:30 p.m., on Tuesday, August 14, 2026, in the Board Room at
600 South Commerce Avenue, Sebring, Florida 33870
5. Constitutional Officers - Announcements
6. Recognitions, Presentations and Proclamations
A. Year-to-date Fire Review.
Dustin Fitch, Deputy Chief
None
7. Public Comment
8. Consent Agenda
A. Request adoption of Resolution 25-26-155 for Budget Amendment 25-26-110
for Fuel Master software. ($14,247.69)
Tiffany Gunn, Capital Projects Manager
The fiscal impact is a increase of $14,247.69 to Fund 110 (Transportation
Trust) with Fund Balance Brought Forward and being appropriated in cost
center 4102 (Road & Bridges), account 56810 (PC Software Purchase $25K+).
B. Request approval to …
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 09:30
Meeting of the Districts
Istokpoga Marsh Watershed District millage rate and assessment hearing
The Board will hold a public hearing to adopt final resolutions setting the maximum millage rate and a non-ad valorem assessment for the Istokpoga Marsh Watershed Improvement District. It will also consider certifying the maximum millage for FY 2026-2027, which would generate approximately $248,379 in ad valorem revenue and $8,653 from the non-ad valorem assessment. The consent agenda includes a budget amendment of $3,652.13 for public notice advertising and postage for the same district.
- Public hearing on Final Resolution 25-26-159 imposing tentative millage rate of 10 for agriculturally classified properties in Istokpoga Marsh Watershed Improvement District
- Public hearing on Final Resolution 25-26-160 imposing annual Non-Ad Valorem assessment of $14.07 on non-agriculturally classified properties in the same district
- Action to certify maximum millage for Istokpoga Marsh Watershed Improvement District for FY 26/27
- Consent agenda item: Budget Amendment 25-26-104 appropriating $3,652.13 for IMWID public notice advertising and postage
- Approval of minutes from June 16, 2026 Special Districts meeting
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Highlands County Board of County Commissioners Special Districts
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
9:30 AM
600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870
DISTRICTS LIST
AVON PARK ESTATES S. B D.
ORANGE VILLA MOBILE HOME ESTATES S. B. D.
HIGHLANDS PARK ESTATES S. B. D.
PLACID LAKES S.B.D. HIGHWAY PARK S. B. D.
RED HILL FARMS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
LAKE HAVEN ESTATES S. B. D.
SEBRING ACRES S. B. D.
ORANGE BLOSSOM ESTATES S. B. D.
SEBRING COUNTRY ESTATES S. B. D.
ORANGE BLOSSOM UNIT 12 S. B. D.
SEBRING HILLS S. B. D.
COUNTYWIDE FIRE DISTRICT
THUNDERBIRD ROAD WASTEWATER S. B. D.
ISTOKPOGA MARSH WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
SUN ‘N LAKES OF LAKE PLACID RECREATION DISTRICT
OAK MANOR AVENUE ROAD PAVING MUNICIPAL SERVICE BENEFIT
DISTRICT
1. Meeting Called to Order: Invitation to fill out "Comments by the Public" forms
Please silence all cell phones and devices.
2. Public Comment
3. Consent Agenda
A. Request adoption of Resolution 25-26-149 for Budget Amendment 25-26-104
to appropriate funds for IMWID's public notice advertising and postage
($3,652.13).
Rosa Morales, Budget Analyst II/NAV
The fiscal impact is an increase to Fund 109 (Istokpoga Marsh Watershed
Improvement District) in the amount of $3,652.13 which is being appropriated
in cost center 7989 (Istokpoga Marsh Watershed Improvement District),
accounts 54100 (Postage) and 54900 (Other Charges/Obligations) in the
amounts of $434.23 and $3,217.90, respectively.
B. Request approval of the minutes from the …
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 08:00
General
600 S. Commerce Avenue, Sebring
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
Board considers $2 million tanker purchase and solid waste assessment increase
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss several budget amendments, including funding for fire tankers and stormwater plans. Public hearings are scheduled for four zoning changes and the re-imposition of a solid waste special assessment.
- Purchase of two tankers for $2,036,459.76
- Proposed solid waste special assessment increase to $280.56
- Budget amendment of $1,322,500.00 for Master Stormwater Plan and Thunderbird Road Drainage
- Agreement with Wander Media Company for $98,500.00
- Resolution to reduce speed limit in Spring Lake from 30 mph to 25 mph
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Highlands County Board of County Commissioners
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
9:00 AM
600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870
1. Meeting Called to Order: Invitation to fill out "Comments by the Public" forms
Please silence all cell phones and devices.
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Announcements
The Heartland Library Cooperative Governing Board will hold a special meeting at
10:30 a.m., on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, in the Meeting Room of the Lake Placid
Memorial Library at 205 W Interlake Blvd, Lake Placid, FL 33852
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission announces a Public
Hearing for the Platt Branch Wildlife and Environmental Area Management Plan at
6:00 p.m., on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, in the Town of Lake Placid Community
Room, 1069 US HWY 27 N, Lake Placid, FL 33852
5. Constitutional Officers - Announcements
6. Public Comment
7. Consent Agenda
A. Request adoption of Resolution 25-26-139 for Budget Amendment 25-26-096
for additional funding for 4108 (Shell Pit) for repairs ($79,000)
Jonathan Harrison, Road & Bridge Director
The fiscal impact is an increase of $44,000.00 in Fund 110 (Transportation
Trust) from Fund Balance Brought Forward and being appropriated in cost
center 4108 (Shell Pit), account 54600 (Repair & Maintenance). In addition,
$35,000.00 is being transferred from cost center 4101 (Engineering Services)
to cost center 4108 to provide additional operating account funding. The total
fiscal impact is $79,000 …
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 10:00
Special Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
Board holds workshop to discuss FY 2026/27 budget for constitutional officers and agencies
The Highlands County Board of County Commissioners will hold a workshop to consider the requested FY 2026/2027 budgets for constitutional officers and outside agencies. The meeting is a special session dedicated to reviewing these budget proposals. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the workshop is for discussion and consideration.
- Workshop to consider and discuss requested FY 2026/2027 budgets for constitutional officers and outside agencies
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Highlands County Board of County Commissioners
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
10:00 AM
600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870
Special Meeting of the Highlands County Board of County Commissioners for the
purpose of holding a Workshop on the proposed FY 2026/2027 Budget for the
Constitutional Officers and Outside Agencies
(Please turn off pagers and cell phones)
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Workshop - Outside Agencies and Constitutional Officers
A. Workshop to consider and discuss the requested budgets for Outside
Agencies and Constitutional Officers
5. Public Comments
6. Adjourn
Any person who decides to appeal any decision made by this Board of County Commissioners of
Highlands County, Florida, in public hearing or meeting is hereby advised that he or she will need a
record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim
record of the proceedings is made, which record will include the testimony and evidence upon which such
appeal is to be based.
The Board of County Commissioners of Highlands County, Florida, does not discriminate upon the basis
of any individual’s disability status. This non-discrimination policy involves every aspect of the Board's
functions, including one's access to, participation, employment or treatment in its programs or activities.
"Anyone requiring reasonable accommodation as provided for in the Americans With Disabilities Act or
Section 286.26 Flori …
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 09:30
Meeting of the Districts
Highlands County Government Center Boardroom, Sebring
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 14:30
General
600 S. Commerce Avenue, Sebring
Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 15:20
General
600 S. Commerce Avenue, Sebring
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 09:00
Special Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
Board to discuss FY26/27 budget and capital financial strategy
The Highlands County Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to review a proposed FY26/27 Recommended Budget for Board departments and a Capital Financial Strategy presentation. No final decisions are scheduled for this workshop.
- Workshop to consider the proposed FY26/27 Recommended Budget for Board Departments
- Workshop to consider the Capital Financial Strategy (CFS) Presentation
- Public Comments period
- Meeting at 600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870
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Highlands County Board of County Commissioners
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
9:00 AM
600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Workshop - Capital Financial Strategy (CFS) Presentation
A. Workshop to consider the CFS Presentation
David Nitz, OMB Manager
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5. Workshop - Departmental Presentation
A. Workshop to consider the proposed FY26/27 Recommended Budget for the
Board Departments.
Laurie Hurner, County Administrator, James Langford, Assistant County
Administrator
No impact at this time.
6. Public Comments
7. Adjourn
Any person who decides to appeal any decision made by this Board of County Commissioners of
Highlands County, Florida, in public hearing or meeting is hereby advised that he or she will need a
record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim
record of the proceedings is made, which record will include the testimony and evidence upon which such
appeal is to be based.
The Board of County Commissioners of Highlands County, Florida, does not discriminate upon the basis
of any individual’s disability status. This non-discrimination policy involves every aspect of the Board's
functions, including one's access to, participation, employment or treatment in its programs or activities.
"Anyone requiring reasonable accommodation as provided for in the Americans With Disabilities Act or
Section 286.26 Florida Statutes should contact Huma …
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 08:00
General
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Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 15:15
Board of Adjustment / Planning & Zoning Commission
Highlands County Government Center, Sebring
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 15:00
Board of Adjustment / Planning & Zoning Commission
Highlands County Government Center, Sebring
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 09:15
Special Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
600 S. Commerce Avenue, Sebring
Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 14:30
Special Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
Commission reviews two historic preservation applications for the Pearce‑Lockett Estate
The Historic Preservation Commission will consider two new business items, HPC‑26‑02 and HPC‑26‑03, both concerning the Pearce‑Lockett Estate at 22160 Edna Lockett Loop, Florida. The items are presented for discussion and possible approval. No other decisions are listed beyond routine agenda items.
- HPC‑26‑02 – CRAS application for Pearce‑Lockett Estate, 22160 Edna Lockett Loop
- HPC‑26‑03 – COA application for Pearce‑Lockett Estate, 22160 Edna Lockett Loop
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HIGHLANDS COUNTY
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION REGULAR AGENDA
MEETING PLACE:
MEETING DATE:
MEETING TIME:
Government Center Board Room,
600 S. Commerce Ave., Sebring, FL 33870
July 9, 2026
2:30 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER
Please silence all cell phones and devices.
A. OPENING PROTOCOL
B. ROLL CALL AND DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
C. NOTICE OF MEETING
II. CONSENT AGENDA
A. JANUARY 8, 2026 DRAFT MEETING MINUTES
III. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS/ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. FLORIDA SUNSHINE LAW REMINDER
IV. OLD BUSINESS
V. NEW BUSINESS
A. HPC-26-02 - CRAS - PEARCE-LOCKETT ESTATE, 22160 EDNA LOCKETT
LOOP, LORIDA
B. HPC-26-03 - COA - PEARCE-LOCKETT ESTATE, 22160 EDNA LOCKETT
LOOP, LORIDA
VI. COMMISSIONER PROJECTS/REQUESTS
A. HPC COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT — KATHY COUTURIER
VII. CITIZENS NOT ON THE AGENDA
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENT OF NEXT MEETING - October 8, 2026
IX. ADJOURN
All interested persons are invited to attend. Any person who might wish to appeal any decision made by the Historic
Preservation Commission of Highlands County, Florida, in public hearing or meeting is hereby advised that he will
need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings
is made which will include the testimony and evidence upon which such appeal is to be based. The Board of County
Commissioners of Highlands County, Florida, does not discriminate upon the basis of any individual's disability status.
This non-discrimination policy inv …
Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
Board approves budget amendments and road projects
The Highlands County Board of County Commissioners will consider budget amendments totaling over $1.2 million, including funds for the Sebring Parkway and Memorial Dr. multi-use path, as well as agreements for pest management and a revenue bond issuance.
- Budget amendment for Sebring Parkway maintenance ($84,050)
- Budget amendment for Memorial Dr. multi-use path ($959,689.57)
- Agreement with SRQ Pest Management ($21,340)
- Resolution for Health Facilities Authority Revenue Bonds ($400,000,000)
- Public hearing for Emerge Transport COPCN application
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Highlands County Board of County Commissioners
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
9:00 AM
600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870
1. Meeting Called to Order: Invitation to fill out "Comments by the Public" forms
Please silence all cell phones and devices.
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Announcements
The Construction Licensing, Enforcement and Appeals Board will meet at 7:00
p.m., on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, in the Boardroom, 600 S. Commerce Ave.,
Sebring, FL
The Historic Preservation Commission will meet at 2:30 p.m., on Thursday, July 9,
2026, in the Boardroom, 600 S. Commerce Ave., Sebring, FL
The Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group will meet at 8:00 a..m., on
Wednesday, July 15, 2026, in the Emergency Operations Center Old War Room,
6850 George Blvd., Sebring, FL
5. Constitutional Officers - Announcements
6. Recognitions, Presentations and Proclamations
A. Central Square Technologies presentation
Theodore Watts, Chief Information Officer, Tanya Cannady, Business Services
Director, Alicia Dean, Technology Program Coordinator
None
7. Public Comment
8. Consent Agenda
A. Request approval of Budget Amendment 25-26-094 to adjust the Property
Appraiser budgeted funding for FY 25/26.
David Nitz, OMB Manager
The fiscal impact of $35,795.00 to Fund 005 (General) is actually a transfer
from cost center 9990 (Budgetary Expenditures 005), account 59900 (Reserve
for Contingency) to cost center 2211 (Property Appraiser), account 54900
(Other Ch …
Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 09:30
Meeting of the Districts
Board considers budget amendments for Istokpoga Marsh Watershed Improvement District
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to review the Special Districts agenda. The primary focus is on two budget amendments for the Istokpoga Marsh Watershed Improvement District.
- Resolution 25-26-138: $8,000 donation for IMWID ditch cleaning
- Resolution 25-26-147: $50,000 increase to Fund 109 for Istokpoga Marsh Watershed Improvement District
- Approval of minutes from April 21, 2026, and May 5, 2026, meetings
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Highlands County Board of County Commissioners Special Districts
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
9:30 AM
600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870
DISTRICTS LIST
AVON PARK ESTATES S. B D.
ORANGE VILLA MOBILE HOME ESTATES S. B. D.
HIGHLANDS PARK ESTATES S. B. D.
PLACID LAKES S.B.D. HIGHWAY PARK S. B. D.
RED HILL FARMS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
LAKE HAVEN ESTATES S. B. D.
SEBRING ACRES S. B. D.
ORANGE BLOSSOM ESTATES S. B. D.
SEBRING COUNTRY ESTATES S. B. D.
ORANGE BLOSSOM UNIT 12 S. B. D.
SEBRING HILLS S. B. D.
COUNTYWIDE FIRE DISTRICT
THUNDERBIRD ROAD WASTEWATER S. B. D.
ISTOKPOGA MARSH WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
SUN ‘N LAKES OF LAKE PLACID RECREATION DISTRICT
OAK MANOR AVENUE ROAD PAVING MUNICIPAL SERVICE BENEFIT
DISTRICT
1. Meeting Called to Order: Invitation to fill out "Comments by the Public" forms
Please silence all cell phones and devices.
2. Public Comment
3. Consent Agenda
A. Request adoption of Resolution 25-26-138 for Budget Amendment 25-26-095
to appropriate a donation for IMWID's Ditch Cleaning ($8,000).
Rosa Morales, Budget Analyst II/NAV
The fiscal impact is an increase to Fund 109 (Istokpoga Marsh Watershed
Improvement District) in the amount of $8,000, which is being appropriated in
cost center 7989 (Istokpoga Marsh Watershed Improvement District), account
53400 (Contractual Services).
B. Request to approve the minutes from the April 21, 2026, and May 5, 2026,
Special Districts meetings.
Pamela Gamez, Official Records Director
N …
Fri Jul 3, 2026 · 11:00
Special Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
600 S. Commerce Avenue, Sebring
Tue Jun 30, 2026 · 09:00
Special Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
Board to hold public hearing on impact fee study and ordinance
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing for the adoption of Ordinance 25-26-15. This ordinance concerns the Highlands County Impact Fee Study and the restatement of impact fees.
- Public hearing for Ordinance 25-26-15 regarding impact fees
- Projected capital expansion revenue of $13,640,000 to $20,487,500 over five years
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Highlands County Board of County Commissioners
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
9:00 AM
600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870
1. Meeting Called to Order: Invitation to fill out "Comments by the Public" forms
Please silence all cell phones and devices.
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Public Comment
5. Public Hearing
A.
Public hearing for adoption of Ordinance 25-26-15, Highlands County Impact
Fee Study and restatement of impact fees. ($13,640,000 - $20,487,500)
Leah Sauls, Development Services Director
If adopted, the fiscal impact, over a five-year period, is projected to generate
between $13,640,000 and $20,487,500 in capital expansion revenue for the
County from impact fees. The revenue would be distributed among nine
categories: Fire Rescue, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Law
Enforcement, Correctional Facilities, General Government Buildings, Library
Facilities, Parks and Recreation, Environmentally Sensitive Lands, and Roads.
6. Commissioners
7. Adjourn
Any person who decides to appeal any decision made by this Board of County Commissioners of
Highlands County, Florida, in public hearing or meeting is hereby advised that he or she will need a
record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim
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appeal is to be based.
The Board of County Commissioners of Highlands County, Florida, doe …
Mon Jun 29, 2026 · 10:45
General
600 S. Commerce Avenue, Sebring
Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 09:00
Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
Board considers $1 million asphalt contract and fire grant application
The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several infrastructure contracts and budget amendments. The meeting includes public hearings on land development regulations for recovery residences and a burn ban extension.
- Amendment 1 with Associated Asphalt, LLC for $1,000,000.00
- Local financial commitment of $399,859.99 for the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG)
- Budget amendment of $60,000.00 for the County Attorney
- Public hearing on land development regulation amendments for certified recovery residences
- Waiver of $660.00 in landfill tipping fees for Highway Park Neighborhood Council
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Highlands County Government Center Boardroom, Sebring
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Highlands County Board of County Commissioners
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
9:00 AM
600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870
1. Meeting Called to Order: Invitation to fill out "Comments by the Public" forms
Please silence all cell phones and devices.
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Announcements
The Highlands Soil and Water Conservation District will meet at 3:00 p.m., on
Tuesday, June 16, 2026, in the HSWCD Conference room, at the Bert J. Harris,
Jr., Agricultural Center, 4505 George Blvd., Sebring, FL
The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will meet at 3:30 p.m., on
Wednesday, June 17, 2026, in the Engineering Conference room, 505 S.
Commerce Ave., Sebring, FL
The Natural Resources Advisory Commission will meet at 4:00 p.m., on
Wednesday, June 24, 2026, in the Road & Bridge Conference room 1, 4344
George Blvd., Sebring, FL
The Highlands County Board of County Commissioners will hold a Special Meeting
to adopt the Impact Fee Ordinance at 9:00 a.m., on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, in the
Boardroom, 600 S. Commerce Ave., Sebring, FL
5. Constitutional Officers - Announcements
6. Recognitions, Presentations and Proclamations
A. Employee of the Quarter for the 1st quarter 2026.
Laurie Hurner, County Administrator
No fiscal impact.
B. Presentation of Years of Service Awards
James Duppenthaler, Fire Chief, Laura Borgesi, County Engineer, PE, PSM,
MPA, Mark Lawrence, Solid Waste Director, Jonathan Harrison, Road &
Bridge Director
No fisca …
Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 09:30
Meeting of the Districts
County to consider $248k ad valorem millage and $8.6k assessment for Istokpoga Marsh
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on preliminary resolutions to set an annual non-ad valorem assessment and a tentative millage rate for properties in the Istokpoga Marsh Watershed Improvement District. The consent agenda includes a budget amendment for $147,840 in road construction and maintenance on Ballard Rd within the Red Hill Farms Improvement District.
- Public hearing on Preliminary Resolution 25-26-133: impose $14.07 non-ad valorem assessment on non-agricultural properties in Istokpoga Marsh Watershed Improvement District, raising ~$8,653
- Public hearing on Preliminary Resolution 25-26-134: set tentative millage rate of 10.0000 for agricultural properties in Istokpoga Marsh, raising ~$248,379
- Consent agenda: Resolution 25-26-125 for budget amendment 25-26-085 — $147,840 from fund balance for Ballard Rd construction and maintenance in Red Hill Farms Improvement District
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Highlands County Government Center Boardroom, Sebring
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Highlands County Board of County Commissioners Special Districts
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
9:30 AM
600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870
DISTRICTS LIST
AVON PARK ESTATES S. B D.
ORANGE VILLA MOBILE HOME ESTATES S. B. D.
HIGHLANDS PARK ESTATES S. B. D.
PLACID LAKES S.B.D. HIGHWAY PARK S. B. D.
RED HILL FARMS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
LAKE HAVEN ESTATES S. B. D.
SEBRING ACRES S. B. D.
ORANGE BLOSSOM ESTATES S. B. D.
SEBRING COUNTRY ESTATES S. B. D.
ORANGE BLOSSOM UNIT 12 S. B. D.
SEBRING HILLS S. B. D.
COUNTYWIDE FIRE DISTRICT
THUNDERBIRD ROAD WASTEWATER S. B. D.
ISTOKPOGA MARSH WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
SUN ‘N LAKES OF LAKE PLACID RECREATION DISTRICT
OAK MANOR AVENUE ROAD PAVING MUNICIPAL SERVICE BENEFIT
DISTRICT
1. Meeting Called to Order: Invitation to fill out "Comments by the Public" forms
Please silence all cell phones and devices.
2. Public Comment
3. Consent Agenda
A. Request adoption of Resolution 25-26-125 for Budget Amendment 25-26-085
for the construction and maintenance of Ballard Rd ($147,840).
Jonathan Harrison, Road & Bridge Director
The fiscal impact is an increase to Fund 119 (Red Hill Farms Improvement
District) in the amount of $147,840 coming from Fund Balance and being
appropriated in cost center 7977 (Red Hill Farms Improvement District),
accounts 54600 (Repair & Maintenance) and 56301 (Capital Infrastructure).
4. Public Hearing
A. Public Hearing to consider
A. adoption of Preliminary Resolution 25-26-133 to impose …
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 15:15
Board of Adjustment / Planning & Zoning Commission
Planning & Zoning Commission to review four zoning and land use requests
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider requests to change zoning and land use designations for several properties in Sebring. These items will be sent to the Board of County Commissioners for a hearing on July 21, 2026.
- P&Z 2192: Request to change 9.11 acres at 3925 Muriel Avenue from Agricultural to Multiple-Family Dwelling including Motel and Hotel District
- P&Z 2193: Request to change 6.3 acres at Valerie Boulevard and Memorial Drive from R-1 Residential to R-2 Two-Family Dwelling District
- CPA-26-653SS: Request to change 1.9 acres at 3810-3906 SR 66 from Agriculture to Commercial land use
- P&Z 2194: Request to change 1.9 acres at 3810-3906 SR 66 from B-2 Limited Business to B-3 CU Business for an open storage lot and accessory office
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✓ Decided: Commission recommends rezoning 9.11 acres to R-3, 6-1
The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of four rezoning and land use changes to the Board of County Commissioners. The most contested was P&Z 2192, rezoning 9.11 acres at 3925 Muriel Ave from AU Agricultural to R-3 Multiple-Family (including hotel/motel), which passed 6-1. Other items passed unanimously, including a 6.3-acre R-1 to R-2 change, a 1.9-acre future land use amendment from Agriculture to Commercial, and a 1.9-acre B-2 to B-3 CU change for an open storage lot. All recommendations are subject to final approval by the County Commission.
- Recommended approval of P&Z 2192 (rezoning 9.11 acres to R-3) (6-1)
- Recommended approval of P&Z 2193 (rezoning 6.3 acres to R-2) (7-0)
- Recommended approval of CPA-26-653SS (future land use to Commercial) (7-0)
- Recommended approval of P&Z 2194 (B-3 CU with open storage conditional use) (7-0)
- Approved previous meeting minutes (7-0)
Highlands County Government Center, Sebring
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Highlands County
Planning & Zoning Commission/Local Planning Agency
June 9, 2026, at 3:15 PM
or as soon thereafter as possible in the
Commissioners’ Board Room Highlands County Government Center,
600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870
After receiving a recommendation at the hearing listed above,
this item will be heard by the Board of County Commissioners (BCC)
on July 21, 2026
1. CALL TO ORDER
Please silence all cell phones and devices.
2. ROLL CALL
3. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING
4. SWEARING IN OF WITNESSES
5. OLD BUSINESS
6. NEW BUSINESS
A. P&Z 2192 - JI REALTY LLC C/O DANA RIDDELL & JEFF KENNEDY
An approximate 9.11-acre parcel located at 3925 Muriel Avenue, Sebring, and
identified by Parcel Identification No. C-21-34-29-050-0550-0000.
The Applicant is requesting a change to the official Zoning Atlas from AU
Agricultural District to R-3 Multiple-Family Dwelling including Motel and Hotel
District.
Reference: Highlands County Code of Ordinances, Sections 12.05.200 and
Section 12.05.213.
B. P&Z 2193 - ORANGE CAPITAL GROUP, LLC C/O GENESIS MORO
Twelve (12) parcels totaling approximately 6.3 acres located at 2601, 2603,
2605, 2703, 2707, 2709, 2711, 2803, and 2809 Valerie Boulevard, 782, 784,
and 786 Memorial Drive, Sebring, and identified by Parcel Identification
Numbers C-11-34-28-070-0000-0010, C-11-34-28-070-0000-0020, C-11-34-
28-070-0000-0030, C-11-34-28-070-0000-0040, C-11-34-28-070-0000-0050,
C-11-34-28-070-00 …
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Highlands County
Planning & Zoning Commission/Local Planning Agency
Tuesday, June 9, 2026, REGULAR MEETING
MINUTES
1.
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 3:46 p.m., Tuesday, June 9, 2026, in the County
Commissioners’ Board Room located in the Highlands County Board of County
Commission Chambers at 600 S. Commerce Ave., Sebring, Florida.
An announcement was made by Vice Chair Ezell acting as Chairperson to silence
all cell phones and other audible electronic devices.
2.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken with the following members present:
Mr. Boring, Mr. Youngman, Mr. Brown, Mrs. Lopez, Mr. Roberts and Mrs. Ezell,
acting Chairperson.
Alternate Voting Members present: Mrs. Sclater.
Alternate Non-Voting Members Present: Mrs. Payne.
Staff present: Mrs. Cunningham, Planning and Zoning Specialist; Mrs. King,
Planning and Zoning Technician II; Mrs. Navarrete, Planner I; Ms. Collinsworth,
Planner I, Mrs. Culpepper, Planning and Zoning Supervisor; Mrs. Kramer, Planning
and Zoning Manager; Mrs. Sauls, Development Services Director; and Mrs.
Sutphen, County Attorney.
3.
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING
Minutes of the previous meeting were unanimously approved. Motion carried 7-0.
4.
SWEARING IN OF WITNESSES
County Staff who had testimony were sworn in.
5.
OLD BUSINESS
6.
NEW BUSINESS
A. P&Z 2192 - JI REALTY LLC C/O DANA RIDDELL & JEFF KENNEDY
An approximate 9.11-acre parcel located at 3925 Muriel Avenue, Sebring, and …
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🌐 County-level context (Highlands County)
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Net migration+1,558 people (+$57.9M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)14 ({"Hurricane": 19, "Fire": 5, "Severe Storm": 4, "Freezing": · last Fri Oct 11, 2024)
Traffic fatalities22 (7 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments2,138 (22,996 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,240/mo (292 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy26.1% (low numeracy 39% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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768
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$148.0M
Spending$137.1M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load LOW
Outstanding debt$26.6M
Debt-to-revenue0.18×
Debt-load index39 / 100
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