Polk County, FL

Board of County Commissioners

The Polk County Board of County Commissioners will vote on several major contracts, including a $3.37 million utility infrastructure agreement with Pulte Home Company for the Sand & Silica development and a $1.74 million construction manager addendum for the Smith Lane Joint-Use Fire Rescue Station. The board will also hold public hearings on a new Main Street Corridor comprehensive plan text amendment, an airport impact district amendment, a property maintenance ordinance, and an appeal of a denied rezoning. Consent agenda items include numerous approvals, such as SHIP housing demolition/reconstruction grants, a settlement payment, and CRA budgets.

• Utility Infrastructure Agreement with Pulte Home Company, LLC for Sand & Silica development ($3,365,640.05)
• CMAR GMP Addendum No. 1 with Whitehead Construction, Inc. for Smith Lane Joint-Use Fire Rescue Station ($1,739,449.70)
• Public Hearing: Main Street Corridor (MSC) Large-Scale Comprehensive Plan text amendment (adoption)
• Public Hearing: Polk County Property Maintenance Ordinance
• Settlement in Todd Branch v Polk County ($85,000)

Planning Commission

Transportation Planning Organization (TPO)

The Polk County Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) Board will hold a public hearing on draft roll-forward amendments to the FY 2026/27-2030/31 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The board will also consider routine consent items, including approval of minutes, executive director timesheets, a grant application authorization, and master consultant agreements. Status reports will be given on the Vision Zero Action Plan, Moving I-4 Forward, and the State of the Transportation System.

• Public hearing on draft roll-forward amendments to FY 2026/27-2030/31 TIP
• Approve Resolution 2026-07 authorizing Chairman to file Transportation Disadvantaged Trust Fund grant application
• Approve Master Consultant Agreements (RFP No. 25-687)
• Approve Executive Director quarterly timesheets and expense reimbursements
• Vision Zero Action Plan update

Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer

The Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer will hold a hearing on August 27, 2026, to consider three land use cases. One item is a continuation of a previous case (LDLSE-2026-4 Limedale SE), and two are new items: a subdivision exemption (LDLSE-2026-5 Cacique SE) and a variance for an accessory structure (LDVAR-2026-42 Berens). The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the same date.

• Continued case LDLSE-2026-4 (Limedale SE)
• New case LDLSE-2026-5 (Cacique SE)
• New variance case LDLVAR-2026-42 (Berens Accessory Structure)
• Minutes approval for August 27, 2026 hearing

Board of County Commissioners

The Polk County Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on a new property maintenance ordinance and several land use amendments, including changes to the comprehensive plan for industrial, commercial, and residential uses. The board will also consider a $3.6 million land purchase for conservation, appointments, and various consent agenda items.

• Public hearing on Polk County Property Maintenance Ordinance
• Land purchase for Environmental Lands Program, CLASAC Project EL-142-25, $3,615,000
• Transmittal hearings for comprehensive plan amendments (e.g., 71.26 acres to Industrial, 116.5 acres to Agricultural/Residential Rural)
• Adoption hearings for text amendments (e.g., Indian Lakes Estates septic tanks for duplexes, Kathleen Government Center future land use)
• Resolution to dissolve Stormwater Technical Advisory Committee (STAC)

Planning Commission

The Polk County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider several zoning and development cases, including new subdivisions, text amendments, and comprehensive plan updates. The agenda also includes procedural items such as approving past meeting minutes and continuing previously deferred cases.

• LDPD-2026-4 (Berkley Crossings PD) — new planned development
• LDCPAS-2026-12 (Pavers Road CPA) — community planning area study
• LDCT-2026-13 (Eloise Main Street Corridor LDC Text Amendment) — zoning text update
• LDCT-2026-10 (Airport Impact Districts) — zoning district review
• LDCPAL-2026-7 (FS 163 CIE Comprehensive Plan Update) — comprehensive plan amendment

The Polk County Planning Commission approved a planned development for 170 units at Berkley Crossings, a comprehensive plan amendment for 38.22 acres on Pavers Road, and two text amendments (Airport Impact Districts and FS 163 CIE update). Five related items were continued to September 2, 2026, including the Mims Crossing and Eloise Main Street corridor amendments. No public comments were made on any item.

• Approved LDPD-2026-4 Berkley Crossings PD (170 units)
• Approved LDCPAS-2026-12 Pavers Road CPA (38.22 acres to UGA)
• Approved LDCT-2026-10 Airport Impact Districts text amendment
• Approved LDCPAL-2026-7 FS 163 CIE Comprehensive Plan Update
• Continued LDCPAL-2025-7 Mims Crossing CPA to Sept. 2, 2026
• Continued LDCT-2025-15 Mims Crossing LDC text amendment to Sept. 2, 2026
• Continued LDCPAS-2026-6 Eloise Main Street Corridor CPA to Sept. 2, 2026
• Continued LDCT-2026-13 Eloise Main Street Corridor LDC text amendment to Sept. 2, 2026

Board of County Commissioners

The Polk County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss various agenda items, including construction contracts, zoning amendments, and public hearings. The board will also consider appointments to the Housing and Neighborhood Development's Citizens Advisory Committee and approve a consent agenda. Additionally, the board will discuss the adoption of an ordinance granting an Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption to a new business, Amaya Solutions, Inc.

• $1,931,532.85 construction contract for CR 540 Cypress Gardens Road intersection improvements
• $399,255.70 amendment to Agreement 18-73 with Dewberry Engineers, Inc. for CR 557 widening
• Public Hearing for Large-Scale Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment to change 71.26 acres from Business-Park Center to Industrial
• Adoption of an ordinance granting Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption to Amaya Solutions, Inc.

The Board denied the appeal of the Planning Commission's approval of a Conditional Use for Crossed Paws Pet Rescue, effectively rejecting the kennel use at the Auburndale property (4-1). The Board also approved several construction and service contracts, including a $1.93 million road improvement project and two wastewater treatment facility pre-construction agreements. Additionally, the Board confirmed a new Tourism and Sports Marketing Director and made several appointments to a housing advisory committee.

• Denied Crossed Paws Pet Rescue Conditional Use appeal (4-1)
• Approved $1,931,532.85 construction contract for CR 540/Lake Ned Road intersection improvements (5-0)
• Approved $989,597.52 CMAR pre-construction agreement with PCL Civil Constructors for Northwest Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility (5-0)
• Approved $897,566.00 CMAR pre-construction agreement with Vogel Bros. Building Co. for Southwest Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility (5-0)
• Confirmed Ryan Neal Duncan as Director of Tourism and Sports Marketing Division (5-0)
• Approved Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for Amaya Solutions, Inc. (5-0)
• Appointed/reappointed six members to HND Citizens Advisory Committee (5-0 each)
• Continued LDCPAL 2026-4 Organic Matters CPA to August 18 (5-0)

Polk Regional Water Cooperative

TPO Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)

The Technical Advisory Committee is meeting to review and approve amendments to the long-term Transportation Improvement Program. The body will also receive status reports on transit and safety initiatives.

• Amendments to FY 2026/27 - 2030/31 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Polk SunRail Transit Oriented Development Study (TOD)
• Route 60 Scenic Highway Update
• Polk Vision Zero Action Plan Update
• State of the Transportation System Report

Board of County Commissioners

The Polk County Board of County Commissioners will consider approving construction contracts for road and stormwater improvements, including projects on Country Club Road and the Peace Creek Canal. The board will also set proposed millage rates for the upcoming fiscal year and discuss various land development code amendments.

• Approve construction contract for Country Club Road Intersection Improvements ($2,774,976.16)
• Set Proposed Countywide Millage Rate for FY 26/27
• Public hearing to amend Polk County Indigent Health Care Plan Extension Ordinance
• Public hearing to adopt revisions to Utilities Division Schedule of Rates, Charges, and Fees
• Approve agreement with Peace River Center for Personal Development, Inc. for recruiting incentives (Not to exceed $1,300,000.)

The Board approved several construction contracts for road improvements and stormwater infrastructure. It also approved multiple land use and zoning amendments and updated the Indigent Health Care Plan. A resolution to revise Utilities Division rates and fees was passed despite one dissenting vote.

• Approved $2,774,976.16 contract for Country Club Road at Buckeye Loop Road improvements (5-0)
• Approved $2,150,875.08 contract for Kathleen Road at Deeson Road signal project (5-0)
• Approved $1,657,037.69 contract for Peace Creek Canal stormwater project (5-0)
• Approved equipment purchase contract for Central Florida Health Care, Inc. up to $1,512,116.53 (5-0)
• Approved land use change to Community Activity Center on Shimmering Dr (5-0)
• Approved land use change to Industrial for GrayLineX (5-0)
• Approved revised Polk County Indigent Health Care Plan (5-0)
• Approved Utilities Division Schedule of Rates, Charges, and Fees revisions (4-1)

Board of County Commissioners (Budget)

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a budget meeting to present and discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026/27. No specific decisions or public hearings are listed on this agenda.

• Presentation of the FY 26/27 Proposed Budget

Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer

The Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer will consider five variance applications at the July 14, 2026 meeting. The agenda includes approval of the prior meeting's minutes and deliberation on each request. No details on the nature of the variances or property addresses are provided in the agenda.

• LDLVAR-2026-16 (Lake Reedy Blvd Variance)
• LDLVAR-2026-21 (Sundean Variance)
• LDLVAR-2026-29 (Limedale Accessory Variance)
• LDLVAR-2026-33 (Davis Variance)
• LDLVAR-2026-35 (Archacki Accessory Variance)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss several land development cases, including comprehensive plan amendments and planned developments. The body will also address a Comprehensive Plan update.

• LDCT-2026-15 (RACX Vehicle Service)
• LDCU-2026-15 (Grove Sand Mine)
• LDPD-2026-4 (Berkley Crossings PD)
• LDPD-2026-8 (Schoolhouse Road PD)
• LDCPAS-2026-8 (Kathleen Government Center)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will vote on a $6.38 million contract for the Eagle Lake Roads & Drainage Maintenance Facility and a $5.1 million amendment to the Motorola Solutions agreement. They will also hold public hearings on four speed-hump installations and a land-use text amendment for the Green Swamp area. Numerous appointments to the Planning Commission and acceptance of performance bonds for development projects are on the consent agenda.

• Approve Construction Manager at Risk GMP Addendum with Strickland Construction for Eagle Lake Roads & Drainage Maintenance Facility ($6,381,337.57)
• Approve Amendment Six to Master Purchase Agreement with Motorola Solutions ($5,135,075.74 over 6 years)
• Public hearing: text amendment to Green Swamp Area LDC regarding Linear Commercial Corridor-X (LDCT-2026-14)
• Public hearings to install speed humps on Bay Boulevard North, Eastside Drive South, Pryor Road, and Sixth Street East (total $60,000)
• Approve engineering services for Kathleen Road at West Campbell Road intersection ($273,004.60)

The Board of County Commissioners approved all agenda items unanimously, including a $5.1 million amendment to the Motorola Solutions master purchase agreement, a $273,004 engineering contract for Kathleen Road improvements, and a $6.38 million construction manager at risk addendum for the Eagle Lake Roads & Drainage Maintenance Facility. The board also confirmed Tori Bateman as Human Resources Director, made several Planning Commission appointments, and approved multiple traffic calming device installations. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved $5,135,075.74 Motorola Solutions amendment (5-0)
• Approved $273,004.60 Jacobs Engineering design for Kathleen Road (5-0)
• Approved $6,381,337.57 CMAR addendum for Eagle Lake facility (5-0)
• Confirmed Tori Bateman as HR Director (5-0)
• Reappointed Mike Hickman to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Approved speed humps on Bay Boulevard, Eastside Drive, Pryor Road, Sixth Street East (5-0)
• Vacated Roosevelt Street right-of-way in Bevington Manor (5-0)
• Approved Green Swamp LCCX text amendment (5-0)

Citizen's Healthcare Oversight Committee

The Polk County Citizen's Healthcare Oversight Committee meets to review mid-year reports on grants, healthcare plans, and financial outlooks, followed by updates on healthcare infrastructure and community health projects. The committee will also vote on funding proposals including intergovernmental transfers, income limit increases, and behavioral health formulary additions.

• FY 2025/26 Mid-Year Reports: Grants and Aid, Polk Healthcare Plan Provider Network, Financial Outlook
• Action Items (Vote): LIP Intergovernmental Transfers SFY 2026/27, Increase Income Limits, PHP Behavioral Health Formulary Additions, Budget Proposal FY 2026/27

Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer

The Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer will consider four variance requests for properties on Anderson Road, Chaisson, Grand Canal Drive, and Lake Buffum Road. The meeting is scheduled for June 25, 2026, at 1:30 P.M.

• LDLVAR-2026-18: Anderson Road Variance
• LDLVAR-2026-22: Chaisson Variance
• LDLVAR-2026-28: Grand Canal Dr Variance
• LDLVAR-2026-39: Lake Buffum Road Variance

The Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer approved all four variance requests on the June 25, 2026 agenda. Each case involved a requested variance from standard land development regulations, and all were approved following staff recommendations and public hearings with no opposition. The minutes do not record any denied or tabled items.

• Approved variance for accessory structure larger than primary structure at 5803 Anderson Road (LDLVAR-2026-18)
• Approved rear and side setback variance for shed at 7747 Nature Trail (LDLVAR-2026-22)
• Approved rear setback reduction from 15 to 10 feet at 413 Grand Canal Dr (LDLVAR-2026-28)
• Approved right-of-way and side setback reductions at 3825 Alturas Babson Park Cutoff Road (LDLVAR-2026-39)

Board of County Commissioners

The Polk County Board of County Commissioners will consider approving construction contracts for the Thompson Nursery Road Extension and Caloosa Lake Fire Rescue Station 21, along with amendments to existing agreements. The meeting also includes multiple public hearings on land development code amendments and a work session on the preliminary budget.

• Construction contract with Jr. Davis Construction for Thompson Nursery Road Extension ($33,523,440.79)
• Construction Manager at Risk contract with Miller Construction Management for Caloosa Lake Fire Rescue Station 21 ($6,390,171.95)
• Amendment 4 with Kimley-Horn and Associates for Thompson Nursery Road Phase II ($3,453,821.68)
• Public hearings on 13 land development code and comprehensive plan amendments
• Work session on FY 26/27 Preliminary Budget

The Board approved a $33.5 million construction contract for the Thompson Nursery Road Extension Phase 1, a $3.45 million engineering amendment for Phase II, and a $6.39 million fire station project. It also approved precinct changes affecting 150,000 voters, several land use amendments, and increased the County Manager's contract approval limit to $200,000. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $33,523,440.79 construction contract with Jr. Davis Construction for Thompson Nursery Road Extension Phase 1 (5-0)
• Approved $3,453,821.68 Amendment 4 with Kimley-Horn for Thompson Nursery Road Phase II design (5-0)
• Approved $6,390,171.95 CMAR GMP Addendum with Miller Construction for Caloosa Lake Fire Rescue Station 21 (5-0)
• Approved precinct changes from redistricting, affecting 150,000 voters (5-0)
• Approved Office Center text amendments and multiple land use map changes (5-0)
• Approved ordinance allowing septic tanks for duplexes in Indian Lakes Estates (5-0)
• Approved increasing County Manager's contract approval limit to $200,000 (5-0)
• Approved allowance work rate changes for construction (5-0)

TPO Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board (TD LCB)

The Polk County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board will meet to approve grievance procedures and review the Community Transportation Coordinator's rate calculation model for the upcoming fiscal year. The board will also receive a status update on Citrus Connection's designation as the Polk CTC.

• Approval of grievance procedures
• Review and approval of CTC reimbursement rates
• Status update on Citrus Connection designation
• Review of Polk Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan update

Transportation Planning Organization (TPO)

The Polk County Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) will hold public hearings on draft amendments to the FY 2025/26-2029/30 and FY 2026/27-2030/31 Transportation Improvement Programs (TIP), which list federally funded transportation projects. The board will also review and approve draft 2026 priority transportation projects and consider an appointment to the Central Florida MPO Alliance. Consent items include approving meeting minutes and an interlocal agreement for legal services between Polk County and the TPO. Presentations will cover the Lakeland Intermodal Center Project Development and Environmental study and a Vision Zero Action Plan update.

• Approve Interlocal Agreement and Waiver of Conflict between Polk County and the Polk TPO for Legal Services (Consent Agenda)
• Public Hearing on Draft Amendment to FY 2025/26 - 2029/30 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Public Hearing on the Polk TPO's Draft FY 2026/27 - 2030/31 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Appointment to the Central Florida MPO Alliance (CFMPOA)
• Review/Approve Draft 2026 Priority Transportation Projects

Planning Commission

The Polk County Planning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss agenda items and upcoming ordinance revisions, comprehensive plan recommendations, and other matters of concern. No official action will be taken during the workshop. The meeting will later proceed to public hearings and consideration of items to be withdrawn, deferred, or continued.

• LDCU-2026-3 - Agricola Firearm Range CU continued to July 8, 2026
• LDPD-2026-4 - Berkley Crossings PD continued to July 8, 2026
• LDCPAS-2026-10 (GraylineX CPA)
• LDCT-2026-7 (GrayLineX LDC Text Amendment)
• LDCU-2026-9 (Waffle House Highland City TCX)

The Planning Commission approved or recommended approval for 13 land-use items, including comprehensive plan amendments, text amendments, and conditional uses. Two items were continued to July 8, 2026. All votes were unanimous except one, which passed 6-1.

• Approved GraylineX CPA (LDCPAS-2026-10) 6-1
• Approved GrayLineX LDC Text Amendment (LDCT-2026-7) unanimously
• Approved Organic Matters CPA (LDCPAL-2026-4) unanimously
• Recommended approval of Polk City SPA LCCX Text Amendment (LDCT-2026-14) unanimously
• Recommended approval of Goldenrod Ln RL-1 to RL-4 rezoning (LDCD-2026-3) unanimously
• Recommended approval of Hwy 540A OCX CPA (LDCPAS-2025-36) unanimously
• Recommended approval of Shimmering Dr CAC CPA (LDCPAS-2025-24) unanimously
• Recommended approval of CR 547 Short-Term Rental (LDCU-2026-5) unanimously

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a consent agenda including multiple construction and design contracts, public hearings on zoning map and code amendments, and appeals of planning commission decisions. Key decisions include spending $2.68M on a new Inspection & Testing Building and $800k on sidewalk improvements at Combee Academy.

• Approve $2,680,650 contract with Register Construction & Engineering for new Inspection & Testing Building
• Approve $800,231.40 contract with Kamminga & Roodvoets for Combee Academy Safe Routes to School sidewalk, lighting, and drainage
• Public hearings on land use changes including Avenue Q Autobody Sub-District rezone and Main Street Corridor text amendment
• Appeals of Planning Commission denials for Highlands Street MHP and Thomas Fish Camp expansion
• Approve $1,812,000 Right-of-Way agreement with Wawa, Inc. for Deen Still Road Project

The Board approved a $2,680,650 construction contract with Register Construction & Engineering, Inc. for a new Inspection & Testing Building, and approved several other contracts and agreements. In public hearings, the Board denied a conditional use for a 19-unit mobile home park (Highlands Street MHP) and denied a suburban planned development for 31 single-family lots (Old Dixie Highway SPD), while approving a fish camp expansion and two easement vacations. The Board also approved a sub-district map change and a comprehensive plan text amendment for a Main Street Commercial Corridor.

• Approved $2,680,650 construction contract for Inspection & Testing Building (5-0)
• Approved $705,648.50 amendment for NERUSA Operations Support Facility design services (5-0)
• Approved $800,231.40 contract for Combee Academy Safe Routes to School improvements (5-0)
• Approved $393,548.40 design services for Carter Road at Eaglebrook Boulevard intersection (5-0)
• Denied conditional use for 19-unit mobile home park at Highlands Street (5-0)
• Denied 31-lot suburban planned development on Old Dixie Highway (3-2)
• Approved fish camp expansion from 20 to 40 RV/cabin sites (5-0)
• Approved two easement vacations in Winter Haven (5-0)

Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer

The Land Use Hearing Officer is meeting to consider several variance requests and one continued item. One previously scheduled item for Bass Lane SE has been withdrawn.

• LDLVAR-2026-2 Public Storage Davenport (Continued)
• LDLVAR-2026-14 Thompson Veterinary Center Variance
• LDLVAR-2026-15 Hegedus Solivita Phase 7D Variance
• LDLVAR-2026-17 1946 Manatee Ct Variance
• LDLVAR-2025-27 84 Lumber ISR Variance

The Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer approved six variance requests for properties in Davenport, Haines City, Winter Haven, Mulberry, and Auburndale, all with staff recommendations and no public opposition. One case (Public Storage Davenport) was continued, and one application (Bass Lane SE) was withdrawn. The meeting adjourned at 2:15 p.m.

• Approved Thompson Veterinary Center variance (setback reduction) - no opposition
• Approved Hegedus Solivita Phase 7D variance (rear setback 10' to 5') - no opposition
• Approved 1946 Manatee Ct variance (ROW setback 25' to 20', rear 20' to 15') - no opposition
• Approved Samus variance (side yard accessory setback 5' to 0') - no opposition
• Approved Shepherd Road variance (ROW setback 35' to 15') - no opposition
• Approved 84 Lumber ISR variance (0.60 to 0.70) - no opposition
• Continued LDLVAR-2026-2 Public Storage Davenport
• Withdrawn LDLSE-2025-14 (Bass Lane SE)

TPO Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)

The Polk TPO Technical Advisory Committee will consider approving an amendment to the current five-year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), a draft TIP for 2026/27-2030/31, and a list of priority transportation projects for 2026. They will also receive updates on the Lakeland Intermodal Center study, I-4 passenger rail feasibility, sidewalk gaps, and the Vision Zero action plan.

• Review/Approve Amendment to FY 2025/26 - 2029/30 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Review/Approve Draft FY 2026/27 - 2030/31 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Review/Approve Draft 2026 Priority Transportation Projects
• Lakeland Intermodal Center Project Development and Environmental (PD&E) Study
• Polk County Schools Sidewalk Gap Analysis

Polk Regional Water Cooperative

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold public hearings on several comprehensive plan amendments changing land use designations and land development code text amendments, including one for a new Main Street Corridor Overlay in Wahneta. Commissioners will also vote on a nearly $3 million land acquisition for the Environmental Lands Program, approve a Microsoft enterprise agreement renewal costing $1.9 million annually, and set future hearings on zoning appeals and roadway vacations.

• Approve $2,996,250 land purchase from La Cala, LLC for the Environmental Lands Program (CLASAC Project EL-127-24)
• Adoption hearings for comprehensive plan amendments: Braddock Road CPA (36 acres to Business Park Center), US 27 & Deer Creek INST CPA, Poinciana Commercial NAC CPA, and Medulla Road RL CPA
• 3-year Microsoft Enterprise Agreement renewal at $1,914,913.98 per year
• Approve $40,280 pre-construction agreement with Whitehead Construction for Highland City Fire Station/Smith Lane Joint-Use Fire Rescue Station
• Set hearings for appeals of Planning Commission denials including a mobile home park, fish camp, and 31 single-family lots on Old Dixie Highway

The Board approved the purchase of land from La Cala, LLC for $2,996,250 as part of the Environmental Lands Program, aimed at improving water quality in Lake Rosalie. All five commissioners voted in favor. The board also approved several land use and zoning changes, including a residential rezoning in Medulla over a Planning Commission denial recommendation.

• Approved $2,996,250 land purchase from La Cala, LLC for conservation (5-0)
• Approved Braddock Road CPA changing 36 acres to Business Park Center (5-0)
• Approved US 27 & Deer Creek INST CPA changing 1.01 acres to Institutional (5-0)
• Approved Poinciana Commercial NAC CPA changing 12.6 acres to Neighborhood Activity Center (5-0)
• Approved Poinciana Commercial Activity Center Plan LDC text amendment (5-0)
• Approved Wahneta Main Street Overlay LDC text amendment (5-0)
• Approved Medulla Road RL CPA changing 5.14 acres to Residential Low (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda and disbursements (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a workshop and public hearing to consider various comprehensive plan amendments and land development cases. The body will review specific requests for property use changes and district modifications.

• LDCU-2026-6 (Northeast PRWC Receiving Facility)
• LDCPAS-2025-12 (Keller Road PM to A/RR CPA)
• LDCPAS-2025-13 (Mt. Pisgah Road PM to A/RR CPA)
• LDCPAL-2026-2 Main Street Corridor Comprehensive Plan Text
• LDCT-2026-8 (Stand-alone ATMs & Vending Machines)

The Polk County Planning Commission approved 13 of 14 agenda items, including conditional use permits, comprehensive plan amendments, and zoning changes. The only denial was LDCPAS-2026-11 (Medulla Road RL CPA), which failed on a 4-3 vote. Several items were withdrawn or continued to future meetings.

• Approved LDCU-2025-37 (Tempe Circle Duplex Final Order) (7-0)
• Approved LDCU-2026-6 (Northeast PRWC Receiving Facility) (7-0)
• Approved LDCPAS-2025-12 (Keller Road PM to A/RR CPA) (7-0)
• Approved LDCPAS-2025-13 (Mt. Pisgah Road PM to A/RR CPA) (7-0)
• Approved LDCPAS-2026-4 (Fort Groves CPA) (7-0)
• Approved LDCPAS-2026-7 (Premier Parking CPA) (7-0)
• Denied LDCPAS-2026-11 (Medulla Road RL CPA) (4-3)
• Approved LDPD-2026-2 (Crews Lake Subdivision) (7-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several high-value grants and infrastructure projects. The meeting includes public hearings on land use amendments for a water storage facility and various economic development tax exemptions.

• Commerce agreement No. MS024 for CDBG-DR Rebuild Florida Infrastructure Repair ($70,000,000)
• FDOT grant for Power Line Road Phase 2 Project ($7,500,000)
• Budget transfer of $3,000,000 from Central County Jail expansion to Kathleen Government Center
• Public hearing for potable water storage facility land use change from Residential Low to Institutional
• Installation of four speed humps on Woodview Drive near Polk City ($20,000)

The Board approved a $70 million state agreement for disaster recovery infrastructure, a landfill rate adjustment for hurricane season, and several land use changes. It also approved traffic calming devices and tax exemptions for three companies. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved $70M CDBG-DR infrastructure repair agreement (4-0, Wilson recused)
• Authorized County Manager to adjust landfill rates May 1-June 1 for hurricane prep (5-0)
• Approved $7.5M FDOT grant for Power Line Road Phase 2 (5-0)
• Transferred $3M from jail expansion to Kathleen Government Center (5-0)
• Approved LAP agreement for Ridge Scenic Highway Connector Trail (5-0)
• Approved land use change for water facility on 9.91 acres (5-0)
• Approved 4 speed humps on Woodview Drive (5-0)
• Approved tax exemption amendments for Agro-Iron, Publix, D.R. Horton (5-0 each)

Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer

The Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer will consider several variance requests and one special exception at this meeting. One old-business item (LDLVAR-2025-78) has been withdrawn. One new-business item (LDLVAR-2026-2 Public Storage Davenport) is continued to May 28, 2026.

• LDLSE-2026-3 (Country Club Road SE) – special exception
• LDLVAR-2026-1 (Shinabarker Variance) – variance request
• LDLVAR-2026-2 (Public Storage Davenport) – continued to 5/28/2026
• LDLVAR-2026-7 (Chambers Street Variance) – variance request
• LDLVAR-2026-11 (Willow Drive ADU) – variance for accessory dwelling unit

The Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer approved seven variance and special exception requests, continued one case to May 28, 2026, and noted one withdrawal. All approved items had staff recommendations of approval and no public opposition. The continued case involves a right-of-way setback variance for a commercial structure at 2375 Sand Hill Road.

• Approved special exception for commercial vehicle parking at 2840 North Country Club Road (LDLSE-2026-3)
• Approved side yard setback reduction for accessory structure at 3822 Marquise Lane (LDLVAR-2026-1)
• Continued LDLVAR-2026-2 (Public Storage Davenport) to 5/28/2026
• Approved front yard and accessory structure setback reductions at 22 Hillcrest Drive (LDLVAR-2026-5)
• Approved right-of-way and side setback reductions for carport expansion at 4093 Rolling Oaks Drive (LDLVAR-2026-6)
• Approved variance to allow accessory structure larger than primary at 3943 Chambers Street (LDLVAR-2026-7)
• Approved side and rear setback reductions at 34 Sunset Circle (LDLVAR-2026-8)
• Approved ADU size and rear setback variances at 4082 Willow Drive North (LDLVAR-2026-11)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several infrastructure contracts and land development code changes. The meeting includes public hearings on comprehensive plan amendments and the adoption of new standards for flex space and storage yards.

• Construction contract with Rogar Management & Consulting of Florida, LLC for Maine Avenue Sidewalk project ($2,418,685.50)
• Engineering services for East Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility via Carollo Engineers, Inc. ($976,382.54)
• Public hearing to add standards for Flex Space and Retail Plazas to the Land Development Code
• Public hearing to add storage yards as a new land use activity in Industrial (IND) districts
• Budget transfer for Commission Boardroom audio-visual equipment upgrade ($207,000)

The Board approved a $2,418,685.50 construction contract with Rogar Management & Consulting of Florida, LLC for the Maine Avenue sidewalk project, along with a $976,382.54 agreement with Carollo Engineers for wastewater facility design. They also approved a one-year pilot project for the Northeast Landfill Customer Convenience Center with new disposal rates, and adopted several land use and code amendments. All votes were 4-0 with Commissioner Troutman absent.

• Approved $2,418,685.50 construction contract for Maine Avenue sidewalk (4-0)
• Approved $976,382.54 engineering services agreement for East Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility (4-0)
• Approved Northeast Landfill Customer Convenience Center pilot project and disposal rates (4-0)
• Approved transmittal of Office Center land use text amendment (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Office Center consistency ordinance (4-0)
• Approved land use change on ±1.32 acres at Hwy 17/92 from Leisure/Recreation to Linear Commercial Corridor (4-0)
• Approved land use change on ±12.5 acres from DRI to Institutional and Neighborhood Activity Center (4-0)
• Approved code amendments for Flex Space/Retail Plazas, Storage Yards, and Administrative Plat Approval (4-0)

Transportation Planning Organization (TPO)

The Polk TPO Board will hold a public hearing on amendments to the FY 2025/26 - 2029/30 Transportation Improvement Program. The board will also review funding agreements and a proposal to designate State Road 60 as a scenic highway.

• Consultant Services Authorization with HDR Engineering, Inc. for I-4 Intermodal Passenger Rail Station Planning and Feasibility Study (not-to-exceed $500,000.00)
• Public Hearing on Draft Amendment to FY 2025/26 - 2029/30 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Resolution 2026-04 supporting the designation of State Road 60 as a Scenic Highway
• Resolution 2026-03 authorizing a Transportation Disadvantaged Trust Fund grant application
• Selection of General Planning Consultant Firms for RFP No. 25-687

The Polk County TPO Board approved a $500,000 contract with HDR Engineering for an I-4 Intermodal Passenger Rail Station Planning and Feasibility Study, with 15 in favor and 2 opposed. The board also approved a TIP amendment for an additional I-4 lane, a resolution supporting State Road 60 scenic highway designation, and the FY 2026/27-2027/28 Unified Planning Work Program. All consent agenda items, including the certification review and grant application, were approved without dissent.

• Approved $500,000 CSA with HDR Engineering for I-4 rail station study (15-2)
• Approved TIP amendment for additional I-4 lane between US 27 and CR 532 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2026-04 supporting SR 60 scenic highway designation (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2026-05 amending FY 2024/25-2025/26 UPWP (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2026-06 adopting FY 2026/27-2027/28 UPWP (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items including minutes, timesheets, certification review, grant application, and CFMPOA agreement (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Polk County Commission will hold public hearings on three Land Development Code amendments regarding flex space, storage yards, and administrative plat approval. They will also consider a traffic calming device on Avenue Y Northeast near Winter Haven and a right-of-way vacation in Lakeland. The consent agenda includes numerous items such as performance bonds, land acquisitions, and road projects.

• Approve $1,149,927.44 contract with Dewberry Engineers for Circle B Bar Reserve repairs from Hurricane Milton
• Public hearing on ordinance to add standards for Flex Space and Retail Plazas (LDCT-2025-28)
• Public hearing on ordinance to add storage yards as land use in Industrial districts (LDCT-2025-29)
• Public hearing on resolution for speed hump on Avenue Y Northeast near Winter Haven ($5,000)
• Approve $481,981 construction contract for Wabash Park Basketball Court and Sidewalk project

The Board of County Commissioners approved all consent agenda items and several contracts, including a $1,149,927.44 engineering services agreement with Dewberry Engineers for repairs to Circle B Bar Reserve from Hurricane Milton, a $481,981 construction contract for the Wabash Park basketball court and sidewalk, and two consultant authorizations for road intersection projects. The board also approved a resolution for a speed hump on Avenue Y Northeast and a right-of-way vacation with a drainage easement. Three land development code amendments (flex space, storage yards, administrative plat approval) were heard on first reading but not voted on.

• Approved $1,149,927.44 engineering contract with Dewberry Engineers for Circle B Bar Reserve repairs (5-0)
• Approved $481,981 construction contract with Central Concrete Products for Wabash Park basketball court and sidewalk (5-0)
• Approved $460,157.24 CEI services contract with RS&H for Country Club Road at Buckeye Loop Road intersection (5-0)
• Approved $307,006.07 design services contract with RK&K for US 27 at Bates Road intersection (5-0)
• Approved resolution for one additional speed hump on Avenue Y Northeast, Winter Haven (5-0)
• Approved vacation of right-of-way and acceptance of drainage easement from Arizona Holding IV, LLC (5-0)
• Approved disbursements and minutes of March 17, 2026 meeting (5-0)
• Heard first reading of three land development code amendments; no vote taken

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss agenda items and review upcoming ordinance revisions, followed by a public hearing to consider 13 items including text amendments and comprehensive plan updates.

• LDCT-2026-1 Wahneta Main Street Overlay LDC Text Amendment
• LDCPAS-2025-40 (Poinciana Commercial CPA)
• LDCT-2026-4 (Poinciana Commercial Activity Center Plan LDC Text Amendment)
• LDCPAS-2025-39 (Braddock Road CPA)
• LDCPAS-2026-1 (US 27/Deer Creek Blvd INST)

The Polk County Planning Commission approved 8 of 12 land-use items, including the Wahneta Main Street Overlay, Poinciana Commercial CPA, and two PRWC water facility changes. Three items were denied: a duplex at Temple Circle, a mobile home park on Highlands Street, and the Thomas Landing Fish Camp expansion. One item, the Office Center Text Amendment CPA, was approved without detailed minutes.

• Approved Wahneta Main Street Overlay LDC text amendment (7-0)
• Approved Poinciana Commercial CPA map amendment (7-0)
• Approved Poinciana Commercial Activity Center Plan LDC text amendment (7-0)
• Approved Braddock Road CPA future land use change (7-0)
• Approved US 27/Deer Creek Blvd INST land use change (7-0)
• Denied Temple Circle Duplex conditional use (5-2)
• Denied Highlands Street MHP conditional use (7-0)
• Denied Thomas Landing Fish Camp Expansion conditional use (4-3)