Wauchula, FL

City Commission and CRA Board Meeting

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Wauchula Code Enforcement Hearing will consider 12 new cases involving property code violations across the city. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and take public comment on non-agenda items.

• Penny Vanover, 2948 Redbird LN, Zolfo Springs (case BL-111647FTJL)
• Marnesia Lashay Pittman Okeke & Derrick Lavore Paige Jr., 422 S 11th Avenue (two cases: 26-065-L, 26-066-NA)
• Hardee Development Street LLC, 206 W Palmetto Street (26-074-L)
• Waterfall Capital Group LLC, 709 E Bay Street (two cases: 26-084-M, 26-078-L)
• Marcelino B Martinez-Bautista, 604 N 8th Avenue (26-088-L)

City Commission and CRA Board Meeting

The City Commission and CRA Board will meet to consider several contracts and agreements, including a major engineering services contract for the wastewater system, a grant for a fuel farm generator, and a school resource officer agreement. The CRA Board will also discuss the master redevelopment plan update and award a construction manager at risk contract.

• Ordinance 2026-12 amending Chapter 4 (Animal Control) - first reading
• DCCM Master Consulting Agreement - RFQ 26-01 for wastewater system engineering
• Resolution 2026-15 FAA Grant Agreement for fuel farm generator
• 2026-2027 SRO Agreement
• CRA RFQ 26-02 Construction Manager at Risk award recommendation

City Commission and CRA Board Workshop

Airport Advisory Board Meeting

The Airport Advisory Board will meet to review updates on several infrastructure projects. Discussions include hangar repairs and the status of the RW 36 extension.

• DB T-Hangers and Hanger Repairs
• RW 36 Extension Update
• New Two-Tank Fuel Farm Project and Generator Set Update
• Rotating Beacon Update
• Myakka Head Aviation Update

The Wauchula Airport Advisory Board meeting on August 3, 2026, was primarily informational, with no formal votes taken on substantive items. Staff and consultants provided updates on several projects, including the status of T-hangar repairs, the runway 36 extension, and the new fuel farm. The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the June 1, 2026 meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved the June 1, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Commission and CRA Board Workshop

The City Commission and CRA Board will hold workshops to discuss various interlocal agreements and financial reports. The CRA session focuses on construction manager awards and the Master Redevelopment Plan update.

• PREPAC License Agreement
• Red Light Camera discussion
• Interlocal Agreement for Use of Animal Shelter
• Interlocal Agreement for Hardee County Recreation Complex
• CRA RFQ 26-02 Construction Manager at Risk Award Recommendation

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Code Enforcement Board will meet to review one old case and two new cases regarding property citations. The body will determine compliance or penalties for the listed addresses.

• Case review for 319 N 9th Avenue (Citation #WPD003151)
• New case review for 920 S 7th Avenue (26-059-M)
• New case review for 408 N 8th Avenue (26-067-NA)

The Magistrate fined a property owner for animal control violations and set a repair deadline for a residential property. One case was cleared prior to the hearing.

• Approved May 28, 2026, Code Enforcement and Animal Control minutes
• Fined Angel Lopez Diego $150.00 for loose dog violation at 319 N 9th Avenue
• Ordered Bertin Garcia Sotelo and Maria Alejandrina Delarosa Rodriguez to fix vinyl siding at 920 S 7th Avenue by August 24, 2026, or face $100.00 daily fines
• Case 26-067-NA for Sergio and Genoveva Negrete cleared prior to hearing

City Commission and CRA Board Meeting

The City Commission will consider the proposed FY 26-27 millage rate and several infrastructure projects. The meeting also includes a CRA Board session regarding an outdoor sound system award recommendation.

• Ordinance 2026-10: PUD for Sheriff's Office Complex & Detention Facility
• Resolution 2026-14: Proposed Millage Rate for FY 26-27
• ITB 26-03: WMA Fuel Farm & Generator Project Award Recommendation
• RFQ 26-02: Professional Engineering Services - Airport Deepwater Well Project
• CRA RFP 26-02: Permanent Outdoor Sound System Award Recommendation

The City Commission approved a planned unit development for the Sheriff's Office and detention facility and proposed a millage rollback rate of 5.8318 for FY 26-27. The board also awarded several infrastructure contracts and approved the September 30, 2025 audit. The CRA Board awarded a contract for a permanent outdoor sound system.

• Approved Ordinance 2026-10 PUD for Sheriff's Office Complex & Detention Facility
• Approved Resolution 2026-14 proposing a millage rollback rate of 5.8318 for FY 26-27
• Approved September 30, 2025 Audit
• Awarded Fuel Farm project to Cobb Construction and GenSet portion to Gonzalez & Sons Equipment
• Approved transfer of surplus duty firearm to Retired Chief of Police John Eason
• Approved site recommendation for Senior Center at a vacant lot owned by the Methodist Church
• Approved revised Peace River Park Rules & Regulations to remove primitive camping
• CRA Board awarded Permanent Outdoor Sound System project to Skyline Commercial Systems

Historic Preservation Board Meeting

The board will meet to review and approve the minutes from the June 8, 2026, meeting. The agenda also includes a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for 126 S 7th Avenue.

• Approval of June 8, 2026, meeting minutes
• Certificate of Appropriateness - 126 S 7th Avenue

The Board approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for displaying art on the five blocks in front of the City Administration Building. The project involves rotating displays of local artist work to promote downtown foot traffic. A 'Call for Artist' announcement is scheduled for August 7, 2026.

• Approved June 8, 2026, meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 126 S 7th Avenue (3-0)

Budget Workshop

The City Commission will hold a workshop to review the presentation of the 2026-2027 proposed budget. This meeting is dedicated to discussing upcoming fiscal year financial plans.

• 2026-2027 Proposed Budget Presentation

The City Commission held a budget workshop to discuss a proposed budget of $28,688,439.00, which is balanced using the rollback rate. Staff presented detailed expenditure plans for personnel, operations, and capital projects across city funds. No formal votes were taken during the workshop.

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission and CRA Board will discuss several ordinances, resolutions, and contract award recommendations. The agenda includes items regarding a sheriff's office complex, airport projects, and professional service awards.

• Ordinance 2026-10: PUD for Sheriff's Office Complex & Detention Facility
• Resolution 2026-13: Variance for Gardens at Midtown
• ITB 26-05: Wauchula Municipal Airport Rotating Beacon Project
• RFP 26-01: Grant Administration Services award recommendation
• RFQ 26-01: Professional Engineering Services award recommendation

The City Commission held a workshop to review several pending ordinances, resolutions, and contract recommendations. No formal votes were recorded as the meeting served as a workshop for discussion.

• Discussed Ordinance 2026-10 PUD for Sheriff's Office Complex & Detention Facility
• Reviewed Resolution 2026-13 variance request for Gardens at Midtown
• Reviewed ITB 26-05 for Wauchula Municipal Airport Rotating Beacon Project
• Reviewed recommendation to award RFP 26-01 (Grant Administration Services) to Angie Brewer & Associates
• Reviewed recommendation to award RFQ 26-01 (Professional Engineering Services) to DCCM

Planning and Zoning Board Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Board will meet on June 15, 2026, to review the minutes from the March 16 meeting. The primary agenda item is a discussion regarding Ordinance 2026-10, a zoning amendment for Hardee BOCC US 17.

• Ordinance 2026-10: Zoning Amendment for Hardee BOCC US 17

The Planning and Zoning Board approved Ordinance 2026-10 regarding a zoning amendment for the Hardee BOCC US 17 property. The board also approved the March 16, 2026, meeting minutes.

• Approved March 16, 2026, meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-10 zoning amendment for Hardee BOCC US 17 (3-0)

Historic Preservation Board Meeting

The board will review minutes from the February 23, 2026 meeting. Discussion includes new flooring for the Train Depot and a Certificate of Appropriateness for 217 E Main St.

• Certificate of Appropriateness - 217 E Main St
• New Flooring at the Train Depot

The Historic Preservation Board approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for renovations at 217 E Main St to bring the building up to code. The project includes interior renovations, brick repair, canopy work, and ADA accessibility updates. The board also discussed new flooring plans for the Train Depot.

• Approved February 23, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 217 E Main St (3-0)

City Commission and CRA Board Meeting

The City Commission will consider an ordinance for a Sheriff's Office Complex and Detention Facility. The General Pension Board will review cost of living adjustments and financial updates. The CRA Board will address construction services and the Hogan St Extension Project.

• Ordinance 2026-10: PUD for Sheriff's Office Complex & Detention Facility
• Ordinance 2026-11: Cost of Living Adjustment for Retirees
• ITB 26-04: Southwest Area Elevated Tower and Water Line Project
• Resolution 2026-12: Wauchula Deepwell Potable Water and Fire Safety Improvements
• Hogan St Extension Project: Use of CRA funds up to $100,000.00

The City Commission approved a first reading for the Sheriff's Office Complex and Detention Facility PUD with specific conditions. The Commission also approved several service agreements, construction awards, and pension board actions.

• Approved Ordinance 2026-10 (Sheriff's Office Complex PUD) on first reading (5-0)
• Approved 4/13/2026 General Pension Board minutes (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-11 (Retiree Cost of Living Adjustment) on first reading (5-0)
• Approved Pension Quarterly Financial Update (5-0)
• Approved expected rate of return for pension fund at 6.75% (5-0)
• Approved General Pension and OPEB Valuations (5-0)
• Approved all General Pension Board actions (5-0)
• Approved Train Depot flooring image with clean surface/mild lines (3-2)

City Commission and CRA Board Workshop

The City Commission and CRA Board will conduct a workshop covering municipal updates, infrastructure resolutions, and development ordinances. The agenda includes discussions on potential sites for a senior center and flooring at the Depot.

• Ordinance 2026-10: PUD for Sheriff's Office Complex & Detention Facility
• Resolution 2026-12: Wauchula Deepwell Potable Water and Fire Safety Improvements
• RFI 26-01: Potential Sites for Senior Center
• CRA RFP 26-02: Permanent Outdoor Sound System
• ITB 26-02 Award Recommendation

The Commission reviewed a $1,332,938.00 grant agreement for water and fire safety improvements. Discussions included flooring concepts for the Depot, zoning for a Sheriff's Office complex, and potential locations for a new senior center.

• Swore in Officer Maria Quinones to the WPD
• Directed the presentation of Depot flooring concept to the Historic Preservation Board on 6/22/26
• Decided to cancel the regular September workshop

Airport Advisory Board Meeting

The Wauchula Municipal Airport Advisory Board will discuss several infrastructure projects. Discussion items include the new Two-Tank Fuel Farm Project, hanger repairs, and a runway extension update.

• DB T-Hangers and Hanger Repairs
• RW 36 Extension Update
• New Two-Tank Fuel Farm Project and Generator Set Update
• Rotating Beacon Update
• Myakka Head Aviation Update

The Wauchula Airport Advisory Board met to review status reports on multiple airport infrastructure projects, including runway extensions, hangar construction, and fuel farm upgrades. Members discussed permitting timelines, contractor bids, and potential state funding requests but did not vote on any contracts or policy changes. The only formal action taken was approving the minutes from February and April 2026 by a 4-0 vote. These updates track progress on facilities that support local aviation operations and regional economic development.

• Approved minutes for Feb. 2 and Apr. 6 meetings (4-0)

Code Enforcement Hearing - Animal Control

The Code Enforcement Board will hear a new case involving Bethany Lorine Lazo Rimes at 415 S 1st Avenue. The meeting is scheduled for May 28, 2026, at Historic City Hall.

• Case # 312026001024: 415 S 1st Avenue

Magistrate Mitchell issued a fine against Bethany Lorine Lazo Rimes regarding an incident at 415 S 1st Avenue. The total amount includes a $100 fine and $70 in administrative costs.

• Fined Bethany Lorine Lazo Rimes $100 for violation of Chapter 4 Section 8
• Assessed $70 in administrative costs

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Code Enforcement Board will meet to review minutes from previous hearings and consider one new case. The new case involves the property at 218 N 7th Avenue regarding First United Methodist Church of Wauchula.

• Review of minutes for 02/26/2026 and 04/23/2026 hearings
• New case 26-031-M: 218 N 7th Avenue (First United Methodist Church of Wauchula)

Magistrate Mitchell approved the minutes from previous hearings and addressed a code enforcement case regarding First United Methodist Church. The church was given until July 1, 2026, to obtain a permit for building demolition. If no permit is pulled by that date, a fine of $100 per day will go into effect.

• Approved minutes for 02/26/2026 and 04/23/2026 hearings
• Set July 1, 2026 deadline for permit at 218 N 7th Avenue
• Ordered $100 per day fine if permit is not pulled by July 1, 2026

City Commission and CRA Board Meeting

The Commission will conduct final readings for ordinances regarding 119 Ohio Ave and plat approval processes. The agenda also includes discussions on power costs, new flooring at The Train Depot, and camping considerations for Peace River Park.

• Ordinance 2026-06: FLU Amendment for 119 Ohio Ave
• Ordinance 2026-07: Zoning for 119 Ohio Ave
• Ordinance 2026-09: ULDC Text Amendment for Administrative Approval of Final Plats
• Request to install new flooring at The Train Depot
• Peace River Park camping consideration

The Commission approved land use and zoning amendments for 119 Ohio Ave and a text amendment regarding final plats. Overnight camping was discontinued at Peace River Park, and a request for new flooring at The Train Depot was tabled until June.

• Approved Ordinance 2026-06 FLU Amendment for 119 Ohio Ave (2-0, 1 abstaining)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-07 Zoning for 119 Ohio Ave (2-0, 1 abstaining)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-09 ULDC Text Amendment (3-0)
• Tabled Train Depot flooring request until June workshop (3-0)
• Set $300 annual premium with 3% escalator for Sellers/Knight license agreement (3-0)
• Discontinued overnight camping at Peace River Park (3-0)
• Approved CRA minutes and RFQ 26-01 contract (3-0)
• Approved CRA RFP 26-01 award recommendation (2-0, 1 abstaining)

City Commission and CRA Board Workshop

The City Commission and CRA Board will discuss various infrastructure projects, city policies, and financial reports. The agenda includes discussions on municipal airport upgrades and a resiliency hub project.

• Hardee County Government Center and Resiliency Hub (HCSO) Project Proposal
• ITB 26-03 Wauchula Municipal Airport Fuel Farm and Generator Project
• Resolution 2026-11 Vacating Alley (Foster's Addition Subdivision)
• CDBG-DR Rebuild Florida Infrastructure Repair Program RFP and RFQ
• Quarterly Financial Report

The City Commission held a workshop discussing several pending items including a proposed sheriff's office complex and a revocable license agreement. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded during this session.

• Discussed Hardee County Government Center and Resiliency Hub rezoning proposal
• Requested further research on annual insurance fees for a revocable license agreement
• Reviewed bid documents for Riverview Heights storm hardening and lift station projects
• Reviewed airport fuel farm and generator project bid document
• Presented updated City safety manual
• Discussed vacating an alley in Foster's Addition Subdivision
• Recommended moving forward with the 287(g) Task Force Officer program MOU
• Reviewed CRA contract and award recommendation for EO Koch

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Code Enforcement Board will review several new cases involving various properties in Wauchula. The agenda includes multiple citations and notices related to addresses on N 9th Avenue, S 1st Avenue, E Oak Street, and E Summit Street.

• 210 S 1st Avenue (Twaine Henry Youngblood)
• 405 Heard Bridge Road (Julio Cesar Alvarez & Odalys Rodriguez Gonzalez)
• 310 N 9th Avenue (Jose M Garcia Jr)
• 615 E Oak Street (Maria D De Gutierrez Tapia)
• 702 E Summit Street (Lisa E Wright)

Special Magistrate Mitchell issued compliance deadlines of May 25, 2026, for several properties involving roof repairs, window boards, debris, and vehicle removal. Failure to comply by the deadline results in a fine of $100 per day. Two cases were closed and one case regarding livestock was dismissed.

• Approved March 26, 2026 minutes
• Closed case 26-009-M (210 S 1st Avenue)
• Ordered compliance by May 25 for roof repairs at 405 Heard Bridge Road ($100/day fine if not met)
• Ordered compliance by May 25 for window boards at 310 N 9th Avenue ($100/day fine if not met)
• Ordered compliance by May 25 for lot debris at 310 N 9th Avenue ($100/day fine if not met)
• Dismissed case 26-034-FA (310 N 9th Avenue) due to lack of evidence
• Ordered compliance by May 25 for vehicle removal at 310 N 9th Avenue ($100/day fine if not met)
• Closed case 26-036-F (615 E Oak Street)

Planning and Zoning Board Meeting CANCELLED

City Commission and CRA Board Meeting

The City Commission will consider ordinances regarding water/sewer connection fees and the annexation of 119 Ohio Ave. The meeting also includes sessions for the General Pension Board and the CRA Board to review financial reports and budget adjustments.

• Ordinance 2026-04: Modifying Water and Sewer Capital Connection Fees
• Ordinance 2026-05: Annexation of 119 Ohio Ave
• Ordinance 2026-08: Police Pension Share Plan Amendment
• ITB 2026-02: Hogan Street Extension Improvements
• CRA Budget Adjustment: Transferring funds from Power Plant Project to Parking Lot Project

The City Commission approved changes to water and sewer capital connection fees and multiple ordinances regarding 119 Ohio Ave. The General Pension Board and CRA Board also held meetings to approve various items including pension amendments and budget adjustments.

• Approved Ordinance 2026-04 modifying water and sewer capital connection fees (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-05 annexation of 119 Ohio Ave (2-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-06 FLU Amendment for 119 Ohio Ave (2-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-07 Zoning for 119 Ohio Ave (2-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-09 ULDC Text Amendment (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-08 Police Pension Share Plan Amendment (3-0)
• Approved Hogan Street Extension Improvements bid documents (3-0)
• Approved CRA award recommendation to FG+M Architecture (3-0)

Airport Advisory Board Meeting

The Wauchula Airport Advisory Board will review minutes from a previous meeting and discuss several capital projects, including DB T-Hangars, runway 36 extension, and a new fuel farm. The board will also review an airport budget and a rotating beacon update.

• Approval of February 2, 2026 meeting minutes
• DB T-Hangars and Hangar Repairs discussion
• RW 36 Extension Update
• New Two-Tank Fuel Farm Project and Generator Set Update
• Rotating Beacon Update

The board reviewed updates on various airport infrastructure projects and discussed the airport fund budget. Members expressed interest in conducting a study of surrounding airports to compare current rental and landing fees.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Tabled approval of February 2, 2026 minutes until next meeting

City Commission and CRA Board Workshop

The City Commission and CRA Board will hold a workshop to discuss revocable license agreements, zoning ordinances, and a variance request. The agenda also includes a strategic plan update and a preliminary plat for Gardens of Midtown.

• Revocable License Agreement with Pamela Sellers & Kassie Knight
• Ordinance 2026-06 FLU Amendment for 119 Ohio Ave
• Ordinance 2026-07 Zoning for 119 Ohio Ave
• Resolution 2026-10 Variance Request - 0 Heard Bridge Road
• TIF Agreement for Bay St & 1st Ave

The City Commission discussed several ordinances and a variance request for Heard Bridge Road. A decision was made to delay the Revocable License Agreement for Pamela Sellers and Kassie Knight until May due to insurance concerns.

• Delayed Revocable License Agreement for Pamela Sellers & Kassie Knight until May
• Discussed signage requirements for industrial or farmer's markets
• Reviewed Gardens of Midtown preliminary plat
• Reviewed Ordinance 2026-06 and 2026-07 regarding 119 Ohio Ave
• Reviewed Ordinance 2026-09 ULDC Text Amendment
• Discussed Resolution 2026-10 variance request for 0 Heard Bridge Road
• Presented surplus vehicles including a 2022 F150 and 30' Gooseneck Trailer
• Reviewed TIF Agreement for Bay St & 1st Ave

Code Enforcement Hearing - CANCELED

The Code Enforcement Hearing originally scheduled for March 26, 2026, has been canceled. No actions or decisions will be taken regarding the listed cases at this time.

Code Enforcement - Citation Hearing

The Wauchula Code Enforcement Board will hold a citation hearing to consider minutes from January 22, 2026, review old cases, and hear a new case involving Clarence See. No details on violations or proposed fines are provided in the agenda.

• Minutes for January 22, 2026 Citation Hearing
• Review of old cases
• New case: Clarence See

The case against Clarence See regarding a vehicle traveling 26 mph in a 15 mph school zone was dismissed. Special Magistrate Mitchell cited a lack of evidence identifying the driver at the time of the violation.

• Approved January 22, 2026 Citation Hearing minutes
• Dismissed Clarence See speeding case

Planning and Zoning Board Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider several items including a preliminary plat for Gardens at Midtown and ordinances for a Future Land Use Map amendment and zoning change at 119 Ohio Avenue, as well as a subdivision regulation modification. Board will also discuss murals at two downtown addresses and EAR-based amendments.

• Discussion of murals at 116 W Main St and 131 W Main St
• EAR Based Amendments Agenda Report
• Preliminary Plat - Gardens at Midtown
• Ordinance 2026-06 FLUM Amendment for 119 Ohio Avenue and Ordinance 2026-07 Zoning Amendment for 119 Ohio Avenue
• Ordinance 2026-09 Subdivision Regulation Modification

The Planning and Zoning Board approved mural projects at 116 W Main St and 131 W Main St. The board also passed three ordinances regarding 119 Ohio Avenue and subdivision regulations, and modified a condition for the Gardens at Midtown plat.

• Approved February 16, 2026 minutes (3-0)
• Approved mural project at 116 W Main St (3-0)
• Approved mural project at 131 W Main St (3-0)
• Approved removal of 'NOT' from Condition #3 for Gardens at Midtown plat (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-06 FLUM Amendment for 119 Ohio Avenue (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-07 Zoning Amendment for 119 Ohio Avenue (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-09 Subdivision Regulation Modification (3-0)

City Commission and CRA Board Meeting

The City Commission and CRA Board will consider and approve several ordinances, contracts, and study reports. Key items include a first‑reading ordinance to modify water and sewer capital connection fees, an annexation of 119 Ohio Ave, and a police pension share plan amendment before the General Pension Board. Additional actions involve a revocable license agreement with two private individuals, a power cost adjustment, a grant agreement for the senior center, and approvals of airport T‑hangar construction, a water‑tower lease, and utility improvement projects.

• Ordinance 2026-04 Modifying Water and Sewer Capital Connection Fees – First Reading
• Ordinance 2026-05 Annexation of 119 Ohio Ave – First Reading
• Ordinance 2026-08 Police Pension Share Plan Amendment (General Pension Board)
• Revokable License Agreement with Pamela Sellers & Kassie Knight
• ITB 26-01 Wauchula Municipal Airport T‑Hangar Building

The City Commission approved ordinances regarding water/sewer connection fees and a property annexation. The General Pension Board approved an amendment to the Police Pension Share Plan, which was subsequently ratified by the Commission.

• Approved Water Conservation Month proclamation (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-04 modifying water and sewer capital connection fees (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-05 annexation of 119 Ohio Ave (2-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved 12/8/2025 General Pension Board minutes (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-08 amending Police Pension Share Plan (3-0)
• Approved General Pension Board actions (4-0)
• Tabled Revokable License Agreement with Pamela Sellers & Kassie Knight until April (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-08 FL Dept of Elder Affairs Grant Agreement for Senior Center (3-0)

City Commission and CRA Board Workshop

The City Commission and CRA Board will hold a workshop to discuss several items, including a downtown market study and vision presentation, an inland port feasibility study, and a community patriotic event. Other topics include bid documents for airport T-hangars, a lease agreement for a water tower project, a watermain resolution, and a comprehensive plan evaluation. The board will also consider annexation of 119 Ohio, an ordinance modifying water and sewer capital connection fees, and CRA items such as architectural services for historic city hall and utility/sidewalk improvements on Bay St and 1st Ave.

• Downtown Market Study & Vision Presentation
• Ordinance 2026-04 modifying water and sewer capital connection fees
• Annexation of 119 Ohio
• Bid documents for Wauchula Municipal Airport Design/Build 10-Unit T-Hangars
• CRA RFP 26-01 for Utility and Sidewalk Improvements on Bay St and 1st Ave

The March 2 workshop covered presentations and discussions on downtown development, an inland port feasibility study, water system grants, comprehensive plan updates, proposed connection fee increases, and property annexation. No formal votes or binding actions were recorded. Staff were directed to draft language for a trailer signage amendment in the industrial district.

• Directed staff to draft trailer signage language for industrial zones

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Wauchula Code Enforcement Board will hold a hearing on February 26, 2026, to consider five new cases of alleged code violations. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.

• Case 25-209-M: Robert A Rogers II at 213 Short Street
• Case 26-005-L: Jose Vallejo at 404 N 7th Avenue
• Case 26-006-L: Marauder Properties LLC at 109 W Bay Street
• Case 26-008-NA: Joshua Andrew & Carla Renee Gonzalez at 711 Green Street

Magistrate Mitchell ordered Robert A Rogers II to bring the property at 213 Short Street into compliance by March 27, 2026. Joshua Andrew and Carla Renee Gonzalez were also ordered to resolve vehicle violations at 711 Green Street by March 27, 2026. Two other cases were removed from the hearing after inspections found them in compliance.

• Approved January 22, 2026 meeting minutes
• Ordered 213 Short Street to comply by 3/27/2026 or accrue $150.00/day fine
• Removed 404 N 7th Avenue from hearing due to compliance
• Removed 109 W Bay Street from hearing due to compliance
• Ordered 711 Green Street to comply by 3/27/2026 or accrue $250.00/day fine