LaBelle public meetings in 2025
23 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Local Planning Agency Meeting
The LaBelle Local Planning Agency will consider amending the conditions of approval for two Planned Unit Developments: the Labelle Riverside PUD and the KMJ Investments PUD. The meeting is scheduled for December 11, 2025.
- Amending Labelle Riverside PUD conditions (south of Cowboy Way)
- Amending KMJ Investments PUD conditions (north of State Road 80)
- Local Planning Agency meeting on December 11, 2025
- Meeting held at LaBelle Commission Chambers
- Public hearing on two proposed ordinances
The Local Planning Agency approved two ordinances amending Planned Unit Developments. One ordinance passed unanimously, while the other passed 4-1 with a condition for a future neighborhood meeting.
- Approved Ordinance 2025-08 (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2025-09 (4-1)
- Vargas moved both ordinances
- Holland seconded Ordinance 2025-09
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Commission Comprehensive Plan Workshop
The City Commission holds a workshop to discuss updates to the comprehensive plan. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.
- Comprehensive Plan Update
The City Commission held a workshop to review the update process for the City's long-range planning document. Discussions focused on recent state legislation regarding development standards, density classifications, and economic development strategies. No formal votes or legislative actions were taken during this workshop.
- Discussed Comprehensive Plan update process and state law compliance
- Reviewed proposed updates to the Economic Development Element
- Discussed infrastructure capacity and long-term capital planning
Regular Commission Meeting
The LaBelle City Commission will consider a consent agenda that includes approval of the November check register, meeting minutes, and staff reports. Notable items include ratification of an emergency purchase for K&B Pump & Electrical and authorization to buy a 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe for the fire department. A non-public hearing item is a tree removal permit at a Grand Oaks residence. No public hearings or ordinances are scheduled.
- Approval of November check register
- K&B Pump & Electrical Emergency Purchase Ratification
- LaBelle Fire Department Vehicle Purchase - 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe (Hardy Chevrolet)
- Tree Removal Permit at Grand Oaks #1511
- RCM Utilities Description of Work
The Commission unanimously approved accepting credit and debit card payments for utility deposits in person, over the phone, and online. Two special event applications were also approved: Swamp Stomp 5K and Swamp Cabbage Parade. A tree removal permit at Grand Oaks was continued to January. The consent agenda including check register, minutes, staff reports, and emergency purchases was approved with items pulled for discussion.
- Approved credit/debit card payments for utility deposits (5-0)
- Approved Swamp Stomp 5K special event application and resolution (5-0)
- Approved Swamp Cabbage Parade special event application and resolution (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda pulling HCSO, Fire Department, and Code Enforcement reports (5-0)
- Continued tree removal permit at Grand Oaks #1511 to January
Regular Commission Meeting
The commission will hold a first reading of Ordinance 2025-03, which amends city code on street vending and mobile vending. It will also consider approving a new paralegal position with a $90,000 salary, and a temporary use application for Smoke Under the Oaks. Consent items include adopting the 2025 revised Hendry County Local Mitigation Strategy and authorizing a property disposition for auction.
- Ordinance 2025-03 first reading: amendments to street vending regulations
- Approval of a paralegal position at $90,000 salary
- Temporary Use & Special Events Application: Smoke Under the Oaks
- Resolution 2025-20 adopting the 2025 revised Hendry County Local Mitigation Strategy
- Property disposition for auction by Jeremiah Elio
The LaBelle City Commission tabled Ordinance 2025-03, which would amend street vending regulations, on a 4-1 vote. The commission approved a temporary use application for Smoke Under the Oaks (4-1) and denied a request for Holiday Greetings WAFC 2025. Consent agenda items, including check register, minutes, staff reports, a mitigation strategy resolution, and a property disposition, were approved unanimously.
- Tabled Ordinance 2025-03 (street vending) on first reading (4-1)
- Approved Temporary Use & Special Events Application for Smoke Under the Oaks (4-1)
- Denied Holiday Greetings WAFC 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda items A–E (excluding Holiday Greetings) (unanimous)
Regular Commission Meeting
The commission will hold public hearings on two ordinances: a PUD amendment adding 0.48 acres for parking for the Disabled American Veterans flea market, and a zoning change from B-2 to PUD for an 8.91-acre property at the northeast corner of South Captain Hendry Drive and State Road 80. They will also consider a resolution establishing revised dockage fees for slip rentals, an interlocal agreement for animal control services, a disaster debris removal contract, and a temporary use application for Hari's Discount Liquor. Presentations include the Hendry County Economic Development Council, United Way, and a comprehensive plan assessment.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-02: DAV flea market PUD amendment adding 0.48+/- acres for parking
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-07: Rezone 8.91+/- acres at NE corner of S Captain Hendry Dr and SR 80 from B-2 to PUD
- Resolution 2025-19: Establishing revised dockage fees for slip rentals based on electrical service level
- Interlocal agreement with Hendry County for animal control services in unincorporated East Hendry County
- Temporary use application (1682) for Hari's Discount Liquor
The LaBelle City Commission approved Ordinance 2025-07, rezoning 8.91 acres at the northeast corner of South Captain Hendry Drive and State Road 80 from Business (B-2) to Planned Unit Development (PUD), despite public opposition. The vote was 3-2, with conditions including an opaque gate, no migrant housing, and construction access only from SR 80. Additionally, the commission voted 4-1 to rescind the previous approval for a 9/11 Memorial Monument in Veterans Park.
- Approved Ordinance 2025-07 (PUD rezoning at SR 80 & S. Captain Hendry Dr) with conditions 3-2
- Denied initial motion to deny Ordinance 2025-07 (2-3)
- Approved Ordinance 2025-02 (DAV PUD amendment for parking) unanimously
- Rescinded approval for 9/11 Memorial Monument in Veterans Park (4-1)
- Approved consent agenda including check register, minutes, staff reports, and resolutions unanimously
- Approved interlocal agreement for animal control services in unincorporated East Hendry County unanimously
- Approved disaster debris removal piggyback contract unanimously
- Approved temporary use application for Hari's Discount Liquor (3-2)
Special Final Budget Commission Meeting
The LaBelle City Commission will hold a special meeting to adopt the final budget and ad valorem tax levy for fiscal year 2025-2026. Two public hearings are scheduled for resolutions finalizing the tax rate and budget. No other substantive business is on the agenda.
- Public hearing on Resolution 2025-17 adopting final ad valorem tax levy for FY 2025-2026
- Public hearing on Resolution 2025-18 adopting the final budget for FY 2025-2026
- Special meeting outside regular schedule, held on a Thursday at 5:05 PM
The City Commission approved the final levying of ad valorem taxes for fiscal year 2025-2026. The commission also adopted the city's final budget for the same period. Both measures passed with a 4-1 vote.
- Authorized Mayor Wilkins to make the first decision on the Interlocal Animal Control Agreement (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2025-17 regarding final ad valorem tax levying for FY 2025-2026 (4-1)
- Approved Resolution 2025-18 adopting the final budget for fiscal year 2025-2026 (4-1)
Regular Commission Meeting
The LaBelle City Commission will vote on the proposed millage rate and adopt the tentative municipal budget for fiscal year 2025‑2026. Several ordinances will be considered, including the annexation of a 26.26‑acre parcel south of Helms Road and multiple zoning map amendments that re‑designate portions of that parcel to Planned Unit Development. Additional items on the consent agenda, such as staff reports and insurance renewals, will also be approved.
- Resolution 2025‑10: Set proposed millage rate for FY 2025‑2026.
- Resolution 2025‑11: Adopt tentative municipal budget for FY 2025‑2026.
- Ordinance 2025‑04 (second reading): Annex 26.26‑acre property south of Helms Road into city limits.
- Ordinance 2025‑06 (second reading): Change zoning of the same property to Planned Unit Development (PUD).
- Ordinance 2025‑07 (first reading): Amend zoning map for 8.91‑acre property at NE corner of South Captain Hendry Drive and State Road 80 to PUD.
The commission approved the tentative municipal budget for FY 2025‑2026. It also adopted a millage‑rate resolution after reconsideration and approved the annexation of a 26.26‑acre property. Additional actions included approving a garden‑club planting, a lift‑station work description, and several assessment resolutions.
- Approved RCM Lift Station Description of Work (unanimous)
- Approved Garden Club planting on Art Gallery property (unanimous)
- Approved millage‑rate resolution after reconsideration (4‑1)
- Approved Ordinance 2025‑04 annexing 26.26‑acre property (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2025‑06 PUD amendment with conditions (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2025‑14 Police Assessment (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2025‑16 Street Lighting Assessment (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2025‑11 tentative municipal budget (4‑1)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Regular Commission Meeting
The City Commission will hold a second reading for an ordinance regarding street and mobile vending regulations. The body will also consider a Workforce Development Grant application and a PUD item involving food trucks.
- Ordinance 2025-03 (second reading) amending street and mobile vending regulations
- DAV PUD regarding food trucks
- Workforce Development Grant Application
- Approval of July Check Register
The LaBelle City Commission approved the consent agenda items, which covered the July check register, July meeting minutes, staff reports from HCSO, the Fire, Building, and Code Enforcement departments, and a workforce development grant application. The motion was made by Vice Mayor Ratica, seconded by Commissioner Spratt, and passed unanimously. No other actions were decided; the earlier motion on the Food Truck Ordinance was withdrawn and will be revisited in October.
- Approved July check register (unanimous)
- Approved July 10 and July 24 City Commission meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved staff report from HCSO Lt. Allen Hudson (unanimous)
- Approved staff report from Fire Department Chief Brent Stevens (unanimous)
- Approved staff report from Building Department Mark Lynch (unanimous)
- Approved staff report from Code Enforcement Zane Mungillo (unanimous)
- Approved workforce development grant application (unanimous)
City Commission Budget Workshop & Special Meeting
The City Commission is meeting for a budget workshop and special meeting. The primary purpose of the session is to receive presentations regarding the FY2025-2026 budget.
- FY2025-2026 budget presentations
The commission voted to adopt Plan 3 for the FY2025‑2026 LaBelle Fire Department budget. The motion, made by Commissioner Holland and seconded by Mayor Wilkins, passed unanimously with four yea votes. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous vote.
- Approved FY2025‑2026 Fire Department Budget Plan 3 (4‑0)
- Adjourned the budget workshop & special meeting (4‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Commission Budget Workshop & Special Meeting
The LaBelle City Commission will convene a budget workshop and special meeting on July 24, 2025. Commissioners will hear a presentation on the FY2025‑2026 budget.
- Call to Order
- Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
- Roll Call
- Presentation of FY2025‑2026 budget
- Adjournment
The LaBelle City Commission voted to adopt Resolution 2025-09, which sets the proposed millage rate at 5.1414 and the rollback rate at 4.8137. The motion passed unanimously with all five commissioners voting yea. The commission then adjourned the budget workshop and special meeting by unanimous vote.
- Approved Resolution 2025-09 setting millage rate 5.1414 and rollback rate 4.8137 (unanimous)
- Adjourned budget workshop & special meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Commission Meeting
The LaBelle City Commission will meet on July 10, 2025 to consider a range of items including routine consent agenda approvals and several public‑hearing actions. Commissioners will vote on a resolution to rename Collier Street as “Nora’s Lane” and on an ordinance that updates the city code for mobile street vending. Additional items include a Pocket Park presentation, a task order for a Resilient Florida vulnerability assessment, a financial statement from the LaBelle Downtown Revitalization Corporation, and a memorandum of understanding with the Hendry County Sheriff’s Office.
- Pocket Park presentation by Shellie Hunter
- Approval of 23PLN115 amended task order for Resilient Florida Vulnerability Assessment professional engineering services
- LaBelle Downtown Revitalization Corporation financial statement
- Hendry County Sheriff’s Office CAD memorandum of understanding
- Resolution 2025‑04 A to rename Collier Street to “Nora’s Lane”
The LaBelle City Commission approved several items, including the renaming of Collier Street to “Nora’s Lane,” a code enforcement settlement for 990 Tropicana, and a monument for the 9/11 Memorial Fund. It also rescheduled the August 14, 2025 meeting to August 7, 2025, continued Ordinance 2025‑03 to that date, and approved a grant support letter with a 3‑1 vote. All motions except the grant letter passed unanimously.
- Approved Code Enforcement Settlement Agreement for 990 Tropicana (unanimous: Wilkins, Ratica, Spratt, Vargas)
- Approved The 9.11 Memorial Funds Monument (unanimous: Wilkins, Ratica, Spratt, Vargas)
- Approved Resolution 2025‑04 renaming Collier Street to “Nora’s Lane” (unanimous: Wilkins, Ratica, Spratt, Vargas)
- Approved rescheduling August 14, 2025 meeting to August 7, 2025 (unanimous: Wilkins, Ratica, Spratt, Vargas)
- Approved Task Order 23PLN115 for Resilient Florida Vulnerability Assessment (unanimous: Wilkins, Ratica, Spratt, Vargas)
- Approved June 12, 2025 City Commission Meeting Minutes (unanimous: Wilkins, Ratica, Spratt, Vargas)
- Approved continuation of Ordinance 2025‑03 to August 7, 2025 (unanimous: Wilkins, Ratica, Spratt, Vargas)
- Approved authorizing Mayor to write support letter for LDRC Competitive Florida Partnership Grant (vote 3‑1: Yea – Wilkins, Ratica, Spratt; Nay – Vargas)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Local Planning Agency Meeting
The Local Planning Agency will meet to discuss a zoning map amendment. The body is considering changing the designation of a specific property from Business (B-2) to Planned Unit Development (PUD).
- Ordinance 2025-07: Rezoning of 8.91+/- acres at the northeast corner of South Captain Hendry Drive and State Road 80 from Business (B-2) to Planned Unit Development (PUD)
The commission voted unanimously to reject Ordinance 2025-07, finding it not compatible with the Comprehensive Plan. The motion was made by Commissioner Spratt and seconded by Vice Mayor Ratica. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.
- Ordinance 2025-07 rejected as incompatible with Comprehensive Plan (unanimous vote)
- Meeting adjourned (unanimous vote)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Commission Budget Workshop & Special Meeting
The City Commission is meeting to conduct a budget workshop and special meeting. The session includes the consideration of insurance rates and the fire department budget.
- Insurance Rates & Plans
- Fire Department Budget
The LaBelle City Commission unanimously approved the Base Plan and HSA 05180/-1 as employee insurance options. It also approved Fire Department Budget Plan 3 at a not‑to‑exceed rate, removing caps for vacate‑building, industrial, and commercial use. The workshop and special meeting was then adjourned unanimously.
- Approved Base Plan and HSA 05180/-1 employee insurance options (unanimous)
- Approved Fire Department Budget Plan 3 not‑to‑exceed rate, removing caps for vacate building, industrial, commercial (unanimous)
- Adjourned the workshop/special meeting (unanimous)
City Commission Budget Workshop & Special Meeting
The LaBelle City Commission will hold a budget workshop and special meeting on June 23, 2025 to discuss the FY2025-2026 proposed budget for utilities. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and an invocation before the budget presentation. No other agenda items are listed.
- Presentation of FY2025-2026 proposed budget for utilities
The LaBelle City Commission approved a $7,500 donation to the LaBelle Museum to support staffing for additional open days. The motion, made by Commissioner Ratica and seconded by Commissioner Spratt, passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous motion.
- Approve $7,500 donation to LaBelle Museum (unanimous)
- Adjourn budget workshop/special meeting (unanimous)
Local Planning Agency Meeting
The LaBelle Local Planning Agency will hold first readings of five ordinances. These include an amendment for the Disabled American Veterans Flea Market PUD adding about 0.48 acres of parking, a revision to the city’s street‑vending regulations, and three actions affecting a 26.26‑acre property south of Helms Road: annexation into city limits, a comprehensive‑plan map amendment changing its designation to outlying mixed‑use, and a zoning change to a Planned Unit Development. The agency will discuss and vote on these proposals.
- Ordinance 2025‑02: amendment adding ~0.48 acres of parking to the Disabled American Veterans Flea Market PUD
- Ordinance 2025‑03: amendment to Chapter 11, Article V, Street Vending and related land‑development code sections
- Ordinance 2025‑04: annexation of a 26.26‑acre property south of Helms Road and west of State Road 29 into LaBelle
- Ordinance 2025‑05: comprehensive‑plan map amendment changing the property’s designation to outlying mixed‑use
- Ordinance 2025‑06: zoning amendment converting the property’s district to a Planned Unit Development
The Local Planning Agency approved Ordinance 2025‑02, adding parking to the Disabled American Veterans Planned Unit Development, and Ordinance 2025‑03, amending mobile vending regulations. Both motions passed unanimously (5‑0). A separate motion found Ordinance 2025‑04 (and related ordinances) not in compliance with the comprehensive plan, passing 4‑1.
- Approved Ordinance 2025‑02 (add 0.48 acres parking) – unanimous (5‑0)
- Approved Ordinance 2025‑03 (amend mobile vending code) – unanimous (5‑0)
- Declared Ordinance 2025‑04 not in compliance with comprehensive plan – 4‑1 (Mayor Wilkins voted nay)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Commission Workshop
The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss a preliminary assessment of the Comprehensive Plan. The body will also review fire assessment rate increases.
- Comprehensive Plan Preliminary Assessment
- Fire Assessment Rate Increases
The City Commission voted to adjourn the workshop. The motion was made by Commissioner Spratt, seconded by Commissioner Ratica, and passed unanimously. No other actions were taken.
- Adjourned workshop (unanimous)
Regular Commission Meeting
The LaBelle City Commission will consider several ordinances, including the annexation of a 26.26‑acre parcel south of Helms Road and west of State Road 29. Other items include a mandatory year‑round landscape irrigation ordinance, amendments to street‑vending regulations, and a fence variance for 495 Davis Street. The meeting also includes a non‑public hearing on funding for capital improvements and routine consent‑agenda approvals.
- Ordinance 2025‑04 (first reading) annexes a 26.26‑acre property near Helms Road and State Road 29 into city limits
- Ordinance 2025‑01 (second reading) establishes mandatory year‑round landscape irrigation measures
- Ordinance 2025‑03 (first reading) amends city code and land development code to regulate mobile street vending
- Ordinance 2025‑05 (first reading) small‑scale comprehensive plan map amendment for the same 26.26‑acre property
- Resolution 2025‑03 grants a fence variance for a 5‑foot chain‑link fence at 495 Davis Street
The LaBelle City Commission adopted Ordinance 2025-01, establishing mandatory year‑round landscape irrigation measures, with a 4‑1 vote. The commission also approved several other items, including a code enforcement settlement, capital‑improvement funding, an interlocal fuel‑tax agreement, a fence‑variance resolution, and appointments to the Housing Authority and Tourist Development Council. Budget workshop dates were set and consent was given for Hendry County to provide animal‑control services in the Montura area.
- Approved Code Enforcement Settlement with LaBelle Rentals (unanimous)
- Approved Funding for Capital Improvement Transfer (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2025-01 establishing mandatory year‑round landscape irrigation (4‑1)
- Approved Hendry County Interlocal Agreement for fuel tax revenue (unanimous)
- Consented to move Ordinance 2025-02 to second reading (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2025-03 fence variance at 495 Davis Street (unanimous)
- Appointed Sherri Denning and K.C. Lynn to the Housing Authority Commission (unanimous)
- Granted consent for Hendry County animal‑control services agreement (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Regular Commission Meeting
The City Commission will hold a first reading for an ordinance regarding landscape irrigation. The body is also discussing the termination of fluoride in water and FY2026 budget preparations.
- Ordinance 2025-1: Mandatory year-round landscape irrigation measures
- Termination of fluoride in water
- FY2026 Budget Preparations
- Appointment and swearing-in of Tax Assessor Commissioner Kevin Holland
- Ten-8 Fire Safety Ladder Truck Proposal
The commission appointed Kevin Holland as Tax Assessor Commissioner and unanimously renamed Collier Avenue to Nora's Lane. It also approved the Ten‑8 Fire Safety Ladder Truck proposal and a tree‑removal permit with replanting requirements. A unanimous vote removed fluoride from the city water system (4‑1). The ordinance establishing mandatory year‑round landscape irrigation measures was moved to a second reading.
- Appointed Kevin Holland as Tax Assessor Commissioner (unanimous)
- Renamed Collier Avenue to Nora's Lane (unanimous)
- Approved Ten‑8 Fire Safety Ladder Truck Proposal (unanimous)
- Approved tree removal permit for Patty Kulak, requiring 25 live oaks (unanimous)
- Approved staff to proceed with bridge mural and mayor to letter FDOT (unanimous)
- Removed fluoride from city water supply (4‑1)
- Moved Ordinance 2025‑01 (mandatory landscape irrigation) to second reading
- Approved consent agenda items including April check register and staff reports (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Commission Meeting
The LaBelle City Commission will vote on several consent agenda items, including approvals of March financial records and staff reports. Commissioners will also discuss multiple infrastructure contracts, such as Tetra Tech designs for the SR 80 potable water main loop and Helms Road water main, and an agreement with Axis Infrastructure, LLC for South LaBelle Village. Additional items include a city dock recommendation and a permit application for tree removal at the Tortilla Plant.
- Tetra Tech Proposal for Design of the SR 80 Potable Water Main Loop
- Tetra Tech Proposal Helms Road Water Main
- Axis Infrastructure, LLC Piggyback Agreement (South LaBelle Village)
- Wheeler Agreement Extension
- City Dock Recommendations
The LaBelle City Commission unanimously approved the Wheeler Agreement Extension with a $65,000 settlement. The commission also unanimously appointed Commissioner Jackie Ratica as Deputy Vice Mayor and to the Recreation Board. An outside city water utility rate of $8.70 per 1,000 gallons was approved. The Code Enforcement Report and Hendry County Sheriff Office Report were both approved.
- Approved Wheeler Agreement Extension with $65,000 settlement (unanimous)
- Appointed Commissioner Ratica as Deputy Vice Mayor (unanimous)
- Appointed Commissioner Ratica to the Recreation Board (unanimous)
- Approved outside city water utility rate $8.70/1000 gallons (unanimous)
- Approved Code Enforcement Report (unanimous)
- Approved Hendry County Sheriff Office Report (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda items after removal of Code Enforcement Report and Wheeler Agreement Extension (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Regular Commission Meeting
The LaBelle City Commission will review several consent‑agenda items and staff reports, then move to non‑public hearing items. Commissioners will discuss the proposed termination of fluoride in the municipal water system, the Water and Wastewater Master Plans, a Parks & Recreation contribution, a comprehensive‑plan flyer, and a request to fully equip a new ladder truck. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes, staff reports, and a grant agreement.
- Termination of Fluoride in Water
- Water and Wastewater Master Plans
- Parks & Recreation Contribution
- ITB 2025‑01 Fully Equip Ladder Truck
- Grant Agreement L0061
The LaBelle City Commission unanimously approved the Sewer & Water Master Plans, authorized moving forward with ITB 2025-01 for a fully equipped ladder truck, and approved the consent agenda including the February check register and several meeting minutes. The commission also discussed terminating fluoride in the water but determined more information is required, and approved a Haunted Walk event on city property. No public hearings or ordinances were held.
- Approved Sewer & Water Master Plans (unanimous)
- Approved moving forward with ITB 2025-01 for ladder truck, mayor to sign contract, affirmed at April meeting (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including check register, minutes, staff reports, proclamation, grant agreement, and surplus vehicle disposal (unanimous)
- Approved meeting terms of Interlocal Agreement for Parks & Recreation contribution subject to budgetary restraints (unanimous)
- Approved not charging DAV fee for administrative amendment request (unanimous)
- Approved allowing Haunted Walk on city property with clean-up by 2:00 pm Saturday (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Commission Comprehensive Plan Update Workshop
The LaBelle City Commission will hold a workshop to review updates to the city's Comprehensive Plan. Commissioners will consider discussion items on the Comprehensive Plan and on city-owned properties. The agenda limits each non‑public hearing item to a brief presentation followed by discussion. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Discussion of the City of LaBelle's Comprehensive Plan
- Discussion of the City of LaBelle's properties
The City Commission held a workshop to begin updating its comprehensive plan, which is overdue for state-mandated compliance. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, outlining the update process and scheduling a community workshop for May 1, 2025.
- No formal decisions were made during the workshop
- Scheduled community workshop for May 1, 2025, 6:00-7:30 PM
Regular Commission Meeting
The City Commission will discuss a fire department rate study and an audit report. The body is considering several special event applications and infrastructure agreements, including water main upgrades on Helms Road.
- L0059 Grant Agreement for LaBelle Helms Road SR 80 Looped Lines and Water Main Upgrades
- Resolution 2025-02 opposing FDOT Crosswalk
- Resolution 2025-01 J. Blocker Parking Variance
- LaBelle Fire Department Rate Study
- Renew Dockwa Contract
The LaBelle City Commission approved the purchase of a fire ladder truck contingent on procurement policies and state grant, and approved an Ajax Paving contract with an additional street not to exceed $350,000. They also passed a resolution opposing an FDOT crosswalk (3-2) and approved a parking variance with conditions. The consent agenda, including the audit engagement letter and various permits, was approved unanimously.
- Approved consent agenda including check register, minutes, staff reports, Race Trac plat, L0059 grant agreement, Dockwa contract, and special event applications (unanimous)
- Approved Swing into Spring Temporary Use & Special Events Application (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2025-02 opposing FDOT crosswalk (3-2)
- Approved Resolution 2025-01 J. Blocker parking variance with two conditions (unanimous)
- Authorized purchase of Fire Ladder Truck contingent on procurement policies and state grant (unanimous)
- Approved Ajax Paving Contract with additional street not to exceed $350,000 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Regular Commission Meeting
The LaBelle City Commission will approve the December check register and staff reports from the Building Department and Planning and Zoning. It will review a temporary use and special event application for the Swamp Cabbage Festival. The commission will also consider a tree removal permit for 725 West Hickpochee Avenue and receive a Law Enforcement Appreciation Day proclamation. An insurance claim comment will be heard during public comment.
- Approval of December Check Register (consent agenda)
- Approval of Building Department and Planning & Zoning staff reports
- Temporary Use & Special Event Application for Swamp Cabbage Festival
- Tree Removal Permit for 725 West Hickpochee Avenue
- Law Enforcement Appreciation Day Proclamation
The LaBelle City Commission unanimously approved the consent agenda, a temporary use permit for the Swamp Cabbage Festival with beer service, and a tree removal permit for 725 West Hickpochee Avenue. It also approved a Southern Swamp Gala permit (4-1) and an emergency bucket truck purchase, subject to financing. An insurance claim by John Glen Hallihan was tabled to February 13, 2025.
- Approved consent agenda including December check register and staff reports (unanimous)
- Approved Swamp Cabbage Festival temporary use and special events application with beer (unanimous)
- Approved tree removal permit at 725 West Hickpochee Avenue (unanimous)
- Approved Southern Swamp Gala temporary use application, contingent on Recreation Board approval and no-objection letters (4-1)
- Tabled John Glen Hallihan's insurance claim until February 13, 2025
- Approved emergency purchase of a bucket truck, subject to financing (unanimous)