Polk County public meetings in 2024

Transportation Planning Organization (TPO)

The Polk County Transportation Planning Organization board meets to discuss and vote on several transportation planning items. They will hold a public hearing on draft amendments to the FY 2024/25-2028/29 Transportation Improvement Program, approve a $80,000 traffic count program contract with Alfred Benesch & Company, and consider using TMA-SU funds for State Road 33 widening. The board will also review amendments to its bylaws and set goals for the Envision 2050 long-range plan.

• Public hearing on draft amendments to the FY 2024/25-2028/29 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Approve consultant contract with Alfred Benesch & Company for 2025/26 Traffic Count Program at $80,000
• Review/approve use of TMA-SU funds for State Road 33 widening (Old Combee Road to Firstpark Boulevard)
• Review/approve amendments to TPO Bylaws
• Review/approve draft goals, objectives, and performance measures for Envision 2050 Long-Range Transportation Plan update

The Polk County TPO Board unanimously approved amendments to its bylaws, adding Winter Haven, Haines City, Davenport, and Lake Alfred as voting members and renaming the East County Bloc to the Central County and Ridge Bloc. The board also unanimously approved amendments to the FY 2024/25-2028/29 Transportation Improvement Program, the use of TMA-SU funds for the State Road 33 widening project, and the draft goals and objectives for the Envision 2050 Long-Range Transportation Plan. All consent agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Approved amended TPO bylaws adding 4 new voting members (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2024/25-2028/29 TIP amendments (unanimous)
• Approved use of TMA-SU funds for State Road 33 widening SIB loan reimbursement (unanimous)
• Approved Draft Goal, Objectives, Performance Measures for Envision 2050 LRTP (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $80,000 traffic count contract with Alfred Benesch & Company (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to MPOAC and CFMPOA (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners meets to decide on a $44.6 million wastewater treatment plant expansion, several land-use changes, and a package of consent agenda items including contracts for behavioral health services and a Vision Zero Action Plan. Public hearings are scheduled for an ALDI tax exemption and amendments to septic tank regulations.

• $44.6M guaranteed maximum price for Northeast Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility expansion (H.6)
• Public hearing on economic development tax exemption for ALDI (Florida) L.L.C. (P.4)
• Large-scale comprehensive plan amendment to change 420 acres from agricultural to phosphate mining (O.4)
• $1.55M contract with Central Florida Health Care for equipment purchase (H.1)
• $919,998 Vision Zero Action Plan agreement with AECOM Technical Services (R.18)

The Board approved a $44.6 million construction manager at risk addendum for the Northeast Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility expansion, along with several other contracts and land use changes. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The board also approved a septic-to-sewer ordinance and a tax exemption for ALDI.

• Approved $44,644,133 CMAR GMP Addendum No. 1 for NERWWTF expansion (5-0)
• Approved $1,553,882.99 equipment contract with Central Florida Health Care (5-0)
• Approved $1,576,280 annual behavioral health contract with Winter Haven Hospital (5-0)
• Approved $470,000 annual site-based mental health services contract (5-0)
• Approved $1,775,000 Florida Communities Trust Grant Agreement (5-0)
• Approved $1,414,231.08 North Ridge Trail Extension Infrastructure Agreement (5-0)
• Approved septic-to-sewer text amendments (LDCPAL-2023-13 and LDCT-2023-24) (5-0)
• Approved ALDI economic development ad valorem tax exemption (5-0)

TPO Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board (TD LCB)

The Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board will discuss proposed amendments to the Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan (TDSP). The board will also review Federal Transit Administration grant applications for the FY 25-26 cycle and elect a Vice-Chairperson.

• Proposed amendments to the Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan (TDSP)
• Review of FY 25-26 Federal Transit Administration (FTA) grant applications
• Annual election of Vice-Chairperson
• Approval of the 2025 Polk TD-LCB meeting schedule
• Appointment of subcommittee members for CTC and TDSP annual evaluations

Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer

The Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer will hold a meeting to consider five variance applications. These are individual requests for property relief from zoning regulations. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and then the new business items for each variance case.

• LDLVAR-2024-54: N Cactus Cir Variance
• LDLVAR-2024-56: Bachman Variance
• LDLVAR-2024-58: Teasley Variance
• LDLVAR-2024-61: Iron Oaks Ln Variance
• LDLVAR-2024-62: Fernandez Via Galuppi Variance

The Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer approved all five variance requests on the December 10, 2024 agenda. Each case involved a right-of-way (ROW) setback reduction or related variance in various land use districts. No public opposition was recorded for any of the cases, and all applicants agreed with staff recommendations.

• Approved LDLVAR-2024-54 ROW setback reduction at 58 N Cactus Cir (RL-1 district)
• Approved LDLVAR-2024-56 ROW setback reduction at 513 Sunshine Dr (RCC-RX district)
• Approved LDLVAR-2024-58 primary structure ROW setback reduction at 2000 N Scenic Hwy (A/RRX district)
• Approved LDLVAR-2024-61 accessory structure variance at 5110 Iron Oaks Ln (RS district)
• Approved LDLVAR-2024-62 rear primary setback reduction at 1172 Via Galuppi St (PUD 98-12 district)

TPO Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)

The Technical Advisory Committee will consider amendments to the five-year Transportation Improvement Program and review FDOT and Florida's Turnpike Enterprise draft work programs for Polk County. A feasibility study for Tradeport Boulevard from State Road 33 to Walt Williams Road will be presented. The committee will also hear an update on the Envision 2050 revenue forecast and discuss the priority transportation project application cycle.

• Review/approve amendments to FY 2024/25-2028/29 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Review FDOT and Florida's Turnpike Enterprise FY 2025/26-2029/30 Draft Work Programs for Polk County
• Presentation on Tradeport Boulevard Feasibility Study (State Road 33 to Walt Williams Road, FPID: 447989-1)
• Update on Envision 2050 Revenue Forecast
• Discussion of Priority Transportation Project Application Cycle

The Polk County TPO Technical Advisory Committee unanimously approved amendments to the FY 2024/25-2028/29 Transportation Improvement Program, including LAMTD FTA Section 5307 funds for Poinciana and Four Corners projects and federal funds for SR 60 resurfacing. The committee also unanimously approved the FDOT and Florida's Turnpike Enterprise FY 2025/26-2029/30 Draft Work Programs for Polk County. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining agenda items were informational presentations.

• Approved FY 2024/25-2028/29 TIP amendments (unanimous)
• Approved FDOT and Turnpike FY 2025/26-2029/30 Draft Work Programs (unanimous)
• Approved October 3, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Polk County Planning Commission holds a workshop (no public comment or action) followed by a public hearing to consider nine new business items, including quadplexes, a monopole, schools, farmworker housing, and several text amendments. Two comprehensive plan text amendments were deferred to January, and one apartment project was withdrawn.

• LDCU-2024-21: Quadplex development on East Main Street
• LDCU-2024-33: Bradley Junction Farmworker Housing Addition
• LDCPAS-2024-25: Boy Scout Road RCC Comprehensive Plan Amendment
• LDCT-2024-27: SR 60 & Boy Scout Road RCC Activity Center Plan Text Amendment
• LDCU-2024-31: Milestone Towers Monopole

The Polk County Planning Commission approved all nine agenda items, including conditional use permits for quadplexes, a telecom tower, a school, and a farmworker housing expansion, as well as comprehensive plan amendments for the Boy Scout Road area. All votes were unanimous except for the Boy Scout Road items, which passed 5-2, and the Milestone Towers monopole, which passed 6-1. Two items were withdrawn or deferred: the Apartments @ US-27 & Minute Maid Ramp Road was withdrawn, and the Indian Lakes Estates text amendment was moved to January.

• Approved conditional use for two quadplexes on E Main Street (7-0)
• Approved amendment for six monument signs at Champions Crossing (7-0)
• Approved 150-foot telecom tower at 4754 Cypress Garden Road (6-1)
• Approved conditional use for RCMA Mulberry Schools at 4440 Academy Drive (7-0)
• Approved farmworker housing expansion from 100 to 120 workers at Bradley Junction (7-0)
• Approved Boy Scout Road RCC comprehensive plan amendment (5-2)
• Approved SR 60 & Boy Scout Road Activity Center Plan text amendment (5-2)
• Approved text amendments for record drawings and loading areas (7-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several multi-million dollar drainage and water quality projects funded by the American Rescue Plan. The meeting includes public hearings on subdivision rules and traffic calming, as well as scheduling future hearings for comprehensive plan amendments.

• Construction contracts for drainage improvements: South Lake Wales ($3,775,058.51), Fairway Avenue ($1,805,339.00), and Stonewood subdivision ($1,059,424.62)
• Water quality improvement project at Simmers-Young Park ($2,628,681.66)
• Conservation easement acquisition for Raley Groves ($1,500,000)
• Proposed installation of three speed humps on Lamplight Lane near Winter Haven ($15,000)
• Proposed rule to allow lots with multiple units existing for over 20 years to subdivide

Polk Regional Water Cooperative

The board will vote on multiple resolutions to acquire parcels for the Southeast Lower Floridan Aquifer Water Production Facility and Transmission Line, approve settlement agreements for easements, and hear updates on financing and the West Polk Wellfield project. Consent items include approving prior meeting minutes, grant agreements, and the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Adopt Resolutions 2024-38 through 2024-45 to acquire parcels for Land Acquisition Packages #15A–H for Southeast Wellfield project
• Adopt Resolution 2024-35 to acquire parcels 8012-PE and 8012-TCE for the Southeast Wellfield
• Adopt Resolution 2024-34 to modify the transmission main route for the Southeast Wellfield project
• Approve mediated settlement agreement with Frank Amore Jr. and Anne Amore for parcel 2033 easements
• Approve negotiated settlement agreement with Wheeler Farms for multiple easements on parcels 4005–7010

Board of County Commissioners (Organizational)

This organizational meeting includes the swearing-in of three newly elected commissioners and the election of a chair and vice chair for the board. Commissioners will also consider a large consent agenda with multiple contracts, land acquisitions, public hearings on zoning changes, and budget amendments.

• Approve construction contract for Imperial Lakes drainage improvement project ($8,941,173.86 from ARP funds)
• Approve agreement for engineering services for FDC Grove Road/North Ridge Trail flyover project ($1,839,792.64)
• Public hearing on Future Land Use change for +/-0.8 acres from Residential Suburban to Linear Commercial Corridor (Dinaco LLC CPA)
• Approve construction contract for Babson Park Water Production Facility No. 1 ($4,348,630 from ARP funds plus $393,275 connection fees)
• Approve Agreement for Sale and Purchase for Environmental Lands Program CLASAC Project EL-100-23 ($5,245,000)

Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer

The Land Use Hearing Officer will meet to review several land use variance requests and one special exception. The body will decide on specific property adjustments and use permits across various county locations.

• LDLSE-2024-8 (Brooke Road SE)
• LDLVAR-2024-46 (U.S. 27 Chipotle Beer & Wine)
• LDLVAR-2024-51 (Pasco Road ADU Variance)
• LDLVAR-2024-55 (Ritter Road Swiss Valley Clubhouse)
• LDLVAR-2024-39 (Catfish St Variance)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several large capital projects and public hearings. Key items include a $24 million land acquisition for conservation, a $15.6 million fire rescue training center, and multiple comprehensive plan amendments. Public hearings will address changes to the Grenelefe Utility Enclave Area and Green Swamp density regulations. The board also has a public hearing to set commissioner salaries.

• $24,071,000 land purchase on Masterpiece Road for Environmental Lands Program (H.5)
• $15,576,045 contract for fire rescue training center in Bartow (H.1)
• $3,785,679 contract for sally port and demolition of Lawrence W. Crow Building (H.2)
• Public hearings on Grenelefe UEA land use changes (P.1-P.3)
• Public hearing to set commissioner salaries (P.7)

Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer

The Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer will hold a meeting on October 24, 2024, to consider several land use cases including variances and a special exception. The agenda lists five items but provides no descriptions beyond case names, making the meeting largely procedural.

• LDLSE-2024-7 (Barnhorst SE) - special exception
• LDLVAR-2024-38 Classic Controls Expansion - variance
• LDLVAR-2024-39 (Catfish St Variance) - variance
• LDLVAR-2024-41 Hirsch Variance (PUD 73-28) - variance
• LDLVAR-2024-42 (Patterson Road - Nickerson Variance) - variance

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several comprehensive plan map amendments to change land use designations for commercial, industrial, and recreational sites. The meeting includes votes on healthcare service contracts for low-income residents and various arts and culture sponsorship agreements.

• Contract amendment for We Care of Central Florida for low-income healthcare transportation (up to $550,000 annually)
• Contract amendment for Parkview Outreach Community Center for primary and specialty care (up to $306,090 annually)
• Sponsorship agreements for Theatre Winter Haven ($324,047), Bok Tower Gardens ($236,136), Lake Wales Arts Council ($223,219), and Bonnet Springs Park ($185,713)
• Public hearings for land use changes including Copales Market, Hall Communications, and various county parks
• Grant agreement for a water truck to maintain Bone Valley ATV Park ($240,000 grant, $60,000 county match)

TPO Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)

The Polk County TPO Technical Advisory Committee will review and vote on several items, including amendments to the TPO's bylaws, the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), and the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP). A key discussion item is the adoption of draft goals, objectives, and performance measures for the Envision 2050 long-range transportation plan update. The committee will also consider using TMA-SU funds to reimburse a State Infrastructure Bank loan for widening State Road 33 from Old Combee Road to Firstpark Boulevard.

• Review/approve draft goals and performance measures for Envision 2050 long-range transportation plan update
• Proposed use of TMA-SU funds for State Infrastructure Bank loan reimbursement for SR 33 widening ($ amount not specified in agenda)
• Amendments to FY 2024/25–2028/29 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Recognition of Mobility Week and Greenways and Trails Month, including Lake Hancock Trails Master Plan
• Draft amendments to FY 2024/25–2025/26 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission holds a workshop to discuss agenda items and upcoming ordinance revisions, followed by a public hearing to decide several land-use cases. Key items include a proposed big-box retail center on U.S. Hwy 27, a water treatment plant, and continued text amendments. No official action is taken during the workshop.

• LDCT-2024-18: Warehouse separation text amendment continued to November
• LDCU-2024-25: U.S. Hwy 27 Big Box Retail Center
• LDCU-2024-27: PRWC Southeast Water Treatment Plant and Water Well Network
• LDCU-2023-53: Dove Meadow Event Facility
• LDPD-2024-11: Watersong PD Modification

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will decide on an interlocal agreement with Auburndale for $26.9 million over 23 years for improvements to Lake Myrtle Sports Complex and Auburndale Softball Complex, funded by tourist development tax. They will also consider a $7.5 million state grant for the Wilson Ranch Reserve Hydrological Restoration Project. Public hearings include a land-use change for 380 acres from phosphate mining to industrial (CR 640 Industrial Park CPA), a text amendment for full-service car washes, and an ordinance limiting code enforcement for certain construction in unrecorded subdivisions.

• Approve interlocal agreement with Auburndale for $26,901,740 over 23 years for Lake Myrtle Sports Complex and Auburndale Softball Complex improvements
• Approve $7,500,000 FDEP grant for Wilson Ranch Reserve Hydrological Restoration Project
• Public hearing: Large-scale comprehensive plan amendment for 380 acres from Phosphate Mining to Industrial (LDCPAL 2024-3)
• Public hearing: Ordinance limiting code enforcement for construction in unrecorded subdivisions
• Several right-of-way agreements for County Road 557 and Galloway Road projects totaling over $2.4 million

TPO Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board (TD LCB)

The Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board will meet to review and approve the Community Transportation Coordinator's Annual Operating Report for FY 2023-2024 and conduct an annual review of the board's bylaws. The board will also receive a training presentation and hear reports on operating data and performance measures.

• Review and approval of the CTC's Annual Operating Report (AOR) for fiscal year ending June 30, 2024
• Annual review of the Polk TD LCB Bylaws with proposed changes
• Training session: 'Making The Most Effective Use of Your Time as an LCB Member'
• CTC report on operating data and performance measures for September 2024
• TPO distribution items including TD public survey Phase 1

TPO Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)

This meeting, rescheduled to October 3, 2024, covers several action items including amendments to the TPO's bylaws, the Transportation Improvement Program, and the Long-Range Transportation Plan goals. A key item is approving the use of TMA-SU funds for a State Infrastructure Bank loan reimbursement for the State Road 33 widening project from Old Combee Road to Firstpark Boulevard. The committee will also review amendments to the Unified Planning Work Program, recognize Mobility Week and Greenways and Trails Month, and receive updates on the Lake Hancock Trails Master Plan and Fort Fraser Trail Extension.

• Review/approve amendments to TPO bylaws
• Review/approve amendments to FY 2024/25 – 2028/29 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Approve use of TMA-SU funds for SIB loan reimbursement for State Road 33 widening (Old Combee Road to Firstpark Boulevard)
• Review/approve draft goals, objectives, and performance measures for Envision 2050 Long-Range Transportation Plan
• Review/approve draft amendments to FY 2024/25 – 2025/26 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)

Polk Regional Water Cooperative

The board is deciding on administrative, conservation, and project budgets for FY2025. Members will consider several resolutions to acquire land parcels for the Southeast Lower Floridan Aquifer Water Production Facility and Southeast Transmission Line Projects.

• Resolutions 2024-27 through 2024-31 for land acquisition packages 14A-14E for Southeast projects
• Agreement with Florida Design Drilling, Inc for West Polk Test Production Well #2 and Southeast Production Wells 9, 10, 11, and 14
• Settlement with the Eleventh Episcopal District of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, Inc for West Polk Well Site 13
• FY2025 Administrative, Conservation, Combined Projects, and West Polk Wellfield Project budgets
• Engagement letters for Brynjulfson CPA and Clifton Larson Allen Master LLP

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing to adopt updated impact fee rates for multiple services including EMS, fire, and transportation. Other notable actions include approving a $6.8 million expansion of the Northeast Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility and considering several land use changes and text amendments. The meeting also includes appointments to committees and approval of various contracts and agreements.

• Public hearing to update impact fees for EMS, correctional facilities, transportation, educational system, library, parks, fire rescue, and law enforcement (P.4)
• Approve Amendment No. 2 to Agreement 2022-077 with Wright-Pierce, Inc. for Northeast Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility expansion ($6,798,421 one-time expense)
• Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement 2023-074 with Wharton-Smith, Inc. for CMAR preconstruction services ($926,576 one-time expense)
• Public hearing on Shepherd Road Future Land Use Change from Residential Low (RL-1) to Residential High (RH) (P.3)
• Consider approval of proposed settlement in Teresa Free v. Polk County ($200,000 one-time expense)

Board of County Commissioners (Final Budget)

This is a public hearing to adopt the final FY 24/25 budget and millage rates. The board will discuss the tentative budget of $2,984,670,147, then adopt final millage rates including a 5.7% increase in the county's operating rate to 6.6348 mills. Final budgets for Parks, Library, Stormwater, and Rancho Bonito MSTUs are also adopted. Public comments are heard before final votes.

• Adopt final FY24/25 operating budget of $2,984,670,147
• Adopt final operating millage rate of 6.6348 mills (5.7% increase over rolled-back rate)
• Adopt final Stormwater MSTU millage rate of 0.0941 mills (7.1% increase)
• Adopt final Parks MSTU budget of $44,425,096
• Public hearing for comments on budget and millage rates

The Board of County Commissioners held a public hearing and unanimously approved the final FY 24/25 budget totaling $2,984,670,147, along with the operating millage rate of 6.6348 mills and rates for the Parks, Library, Stormwater, and Rancho Bonito MSTUs. The Stormwater MSTU rate was set at 0.0941 mills, a 7.1% increase over the rolled-back rate. No members of the public spoke during the hearing.

• Approved FY 24/25 final budget of $2,984,670,147 (5-0)
• Approved operating millage rate of 6.6348 mills, a 5.7% increase over rolled-back rate (5-0)
• Approved Parks MSTU rate of 0.5286 mills, a 7.0% increase over rolled-back rate (5-0)
• Approved Library MSTU rate of 0.1985 mills, a 7.0% increase over rolled-back rate (5-0)
• Approved Stormwater MSTU rate of 0.0941 mills, a 7.1% increase over rolled-back rate (5-0)
• Approved Rancho Bonito MSTU rate of 9.1272 mills, a 1.6% increase over rolled-back rate (5-0)
• Approved Stormwater MSTU final budget of $12,881,579 (5-0)
• Approved Parks MSTU budget of $44,425,096, Library MSTU budget of $10,177,281, and Rancho Bonito MSTU budget of $55,387 (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners (Budget)

The Board of County Commissioners holds a public hearing to set tentative millage rates and the FY 24/25 budget totaling $2.98 billion. Proposed millage rate increases range from 1.6% to 7.1% over rolled-back rates. The board also considers final rate resolutions for various assessments including fire services ($64.9M) and utility MSBUs. A second public hearing is scheduled for September 16, 2024 to adopt final rates.

• Set tentative FY 24/25 operating budget of $2,984,670,147
• Proposed 5.7% increase in operating millage rate to 6.6348 mills
• Public hearing to adopt Fire Services assessment of $64,874,674
• Adoption of Island Club West Utility MSBU rate with $67,105.70 revenue
• Set second public hearing for September 16, 2024

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will begin with a workshop to discuss agenda items without taking action. At the public hearing, they will review multiple comprehensive plan amendments (CPAs), a conditional use request, and a text amendment for a full-service car wash on US 27. One item (Highland City Field ROS) has been withdrawn. The agenda lists 12 items but provides no further details.

• LDCT-2024-14: Text amendment for US 27 SAP Full-Service Car Wash
• LDCU-2024-13: Conditional use request at Ave 1340 NW MH CU
• Spirit Lake OC CPA (LDCPAS-2024-3) and Spirit Lake Text CPA (LDCPAL-2024-4)
• 5955 South Florida Avenue South CPA (LDCPAS-2024-13)
• LDCPAS-2024-15 (Highland City Field ROS) — withdrawn

The Polk County Planning Commission approved all 12 agenda items, including conditional use permits, comprehensive plan amendments, and a land development code text amendment. All votes were unanimous (7-0). One item, LDCPAS-2024-15 (Highland City Field ROS), was withdrawn before the hearing. No public opposition was recorded for any item.

• Approved conditional use for mobile home at Ave 1340 NW MH CU (7-0)
• Approved text amendment adding full-service car washes as conditional use in TCX district, US 27 SAP (7-0)
• Approved CPA changing 0.44 acres from RL-4 to Office Center at Spirit Lake (7-0)
• Approved text CPA amending Office Center location criteria (7-0)
• Approved CPA changing 11.8 acres from BPC-2 to Institutional at 5955 South Florida Avenue (7-0)
• Approved CPA changing 1.58 acres from L/R to LCC at Copales Market (7-0)
• Approved CPA changing 40.59 acres from Phosphate Mining to A/RR at US 98 Ft Meade (7-0)
• Approved CPA changing 49.38 acres from Phosphate Mining to Industrial at Hall Communications (7-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a countywide transit system agreement and several comprehensive plan amendments. The meeting includes public hearings on retiree insurance benefits, residential recycling, and business tax exemptions.

• Interlocal Agreement for Countywide Transit System with Lakeland Area Mass Transit District ($4,178,000 expense)
• Purchase of helicopter for mosquito control operations from East Flagler Mosquito Control District ($800,000)
• Marigold Avenue Widening Project wetland mitigation credits purchase ($433,750)
• Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for Publix Super Markets, Inc.
• Polk County Bonus Incentive Grant for Project Pomelo in Lakeland ($250,000)

The Board approved a resolution read into the record by members of the public concerning election integrity in the 2024 general election, with a 3-2 vote. The Board also approved several routine items, including a transit interlocal agreement, a mitigation bank credit purchase, and multiple land use and code amendments. All other agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Adopted election integrity resolution (3-2)
• Approved $4,178,000 transit interlocal agreement with Lakeland Area Mass Transit District (5-0)
• Approved $433,750 mitigation bank credit purchase for Marigold Avenue Widening Project (5-0)
• Approved $416,098 water supply grant amendment (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 annual fiber optic internet service agreement (5-0)
• Reappointed Brooke Agnini to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Approved 2024 Local Provider Participation Fund assessment resolution (5-0)
• Approved Publix tax exemption and performance agreement (5-0)

Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer

The Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer will hold a public hearing on August 29, 2024, to consider two special exceptions and five variance requests. Items include an alcohol variance for Mayaki Sushi & Izakaya and variances for properties on Mystic Hill Court, Grand Canal Drive, Gabriel Road, and Laura Street. The meeting also includes approval of the July 25, 2024, minutes.

• LDLSE-2024-5 (Diaz SE) — special exception
• LDLSE-2024-6 (Pini SE) — special exception
• LDLVAR-2024-31 — Mayaki Sushi & Izakaya alcohol variance
• LDLVAR-2024-33 — Mystic Hill Court variance
• LDLVAR-2024-34 — Grand Canal Drive (Kephart) variance

The Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer approved all seven agenda items, including two special exceptions for commercial vehicle parking, one alcohol variance, and four setback variances. All approvals were consistent with staff recommendations, and no items were denied or tabled.

• Approved special exception for commercial vehicle parking at 1820 Bates Road, Haines City (LDLSE-2024-5)
• Approved special exception for commercial vehicle parking at 38 Coyer Road, Dundee (LDLSE-2024-6) despite opposition from seven neighbors
• Approved alcohol variance for Mayaki Sushi & Izakaya at 6075 Highway 17/92 North, Davenport (LDLVAR-2024-31)
• Approved rear setback reduction for screen room at 784 Mystic Hill Court, Solivita (LDLVAR-2024-33)
• Approved rear setback reduction for screen room at 449 Grand Canal Drive, Solivita (LDLVAR-2024-34)
• Approved right-of-way setback reduction for home at 0 Gabriel Road (LDLVAR-2024-35)
• Approved side setback reduction for carport/home expansion at 2356 Laura Street South, Lake Wales (LDLVAR-2024-36)

Board of County Commissioners

The board will consider a $20 million land purchase for the Upper Peace Creek Mann Ranch Project, confirm key appointments including a Deputy County Manager and Planning Director, and hold public hearings on traffic calming devices. Other actions include approving right-of-way agreements for the CR 557 widening project and several community development district budgets.

• Approve $20,055,000 land purchase from Buck Mann Ranch and BDG Lands for Upper Peace Creek Mann Ranch Project
• Confirm appointments: John Bohde as Deputy County Manager and Benjamin Dunn as Director of Planning & Development
• Public hearings to install 7 speed humps on Old Kissimmee Road ($35,000) and 4 on Willis Road ($20,000)
• Authorize right-of-way agreements totaling over $2.73 million for County Road 557 project
• Proposed fiscal 2025 budgets for Astonia, Towne Park, Wind Meadows South, and seven other community development districts

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss agenda items and consider additions or deferrals, with no official action taken. Following the workshop, a public hearing will consider 12 land-use applications, including overlays, conditional use permits, comprehensive plan amendments, and text amendments.

• LDCPAL-2024-2: Wahneta Main Street Commercial Overlay
• LDCU-2023-53: Dove Meadow Event Facility
• LDCU-2024-17: Arcosa Aggregate Conditional Use
• LDCU-2024-18: New Wales Borrow Pit Conditional Use
• LDCPAS-2024-5: Pipkin Road W INST Comprehensive Plan Amendment

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will decide on several contracts and public hearings. Key items include approving $3,758,682 annually for Tri-County Human Services residential treatment programs, a $2,322,774 drainage improvement contract in NW Wahneta, and a $318,108 roof replacement for Sheriff's animal control kennels. They will also hold public hearings on a 380-acre industrial rezone and a new community development district.

• Approve $3,758,682 annual contract with Tri-County Human Services for New Beginning Transition Center (men and women residential treatment)
• Approve $2,322,774 construction contract with Central Concrete Products for NW Wahneta drainage improvement (ARP funds)
• Approve $318,108 roof replacement for Polk County Sheriff's animal control north and south kennels in Winter Haven
• Public hearing on large-scale comprehensive plan amendment for +/-380 acres from Phosphate Mining to Industrial (CR 640 Industrial Park CPA)
• Public hearing to establish new Community Development District 'Groves at Lake Marion'

Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer

The Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer will hear and decide on five variance applications at this meeting. The agenda includes approval of the June 27, 2024 minutes and consideration of individual variance requests from property owners.

• LDLVAR-2023-54: Tiny Terrace Variance
• LDLVAR-2024-25: International Bass Lake Resort - Foley Variance
• LDLVAR-2024-27: Lunn Road Liquor Store
• LDLVAR-2024-28: Citrus Ridge - Moore Variance
• LDLVAR-2024-32: K-Ville Garage Variance

Polk Regional Water Cooperative

The Polk Regional Water Cooperative will hold a meeting covering multiple project boards. Action items include approving contract amendments for wellfield construction, adopting parcel resolutions to acquire land for the Southeast Wellfield project, and approving budgets. The Board will also recess for a private attorney-client session to discuss pending litigation.

• Approve Contract Amendment with Youngquist Brothers Drilling for Southeast Wellfield Injection Well #1
• Adopt Resolution 2024-21 and 2024-22 for land acquisition (Packages 13A and 13B) for Southeast Wellfield project
• Approve Change Order to Youngquist Brothers contract for West Polk Wellfield Injection Well #1
• Approve Agreement with selected respondent for Municipal Financial Advisory Services
• Private attorney-client session on litigation: PRWC v. John Beck and Rolling Meadows Ranch Groves v. PRWC

Board of County Commissioners

The Polk County Board of County Commissioners will vote on a resolution authorizing up to $105 million in utility system revenue bonds, set proposed millage rates for the next fiscal year, and hold public hearings on several land-use changes. The agenda also includes approvals for construction contracts, health service agreements, and a utility rate schedule revision.

• Resolution to issue up to $105,000,000 in Utility System Revenue and Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2024
• Approval of $5,813,279 Guaranteed Maximum Price with Rodda Construction for converting five soccer fields to artificial turf at Simmers Young Park
• Ratification of Trane U.S. Inc. agreement with $3,500,000 annual increase
• Public hearings on septic-to-sewer text amendments and a Nutrient Restoration Plan Overlay
• Proposed millage rates for FY 2024/2025 for County, Library, Parks, and other municipal service taxing units

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several new business items including land development applications and proposed text amendments. The meeting includes a workshop for discussion followed by a public hearing. One item regarding Wahneta Main Street was continued to August 7, 2024.

• NERUSA WWTP Expansion
• New Tampa Highway BPC-2
• Garden of Eden Access Waiver
• Plumbline Hwy 27 Discount Tire Store
• Alderman Rd LDC Text Amendment

Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer

The Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer will meet on June 27, 2024, to consider several land use variance requests. The agenda includes old business regarding Buggy Rd and new business for various site-specific variances.

• Buggy Rd Variance (LDLVAR-2024-6)
• Citrus Ridge - Milano Variance (LDLVAR-2024-20)
• Adriel Avenue Chicken Coop (LDLVAR-2024-21)
• Violet Court Rear Yard (LDLVAR-2024-22)
• Meadow Grove Trl Variance (LDLVAR-2024-24)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several large contracts and land use changes. Items include a multi-year software agreement for emergency services and repairs for the Polk County History Center. The meeting also includes discussions on wastewater upgrades and various property agreements.

• $1,564,000 software agreement with RapidDeploy for Next Generation 9-1-1 services
• $1,061,047.20 contract for window and door repairs at the Polk County History Center
• $404,015 upgrade project for Southwest Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility control systems
• $110,000 settlement in Sutton Smith v. Polk County Board of County Commissioners
• Land use change for Mediterranean Drive from Development of Regional Impact to Residential Low

Planning Commission

The commission will review several development applications, including a Publix in Davenport and multi-family housing on Shepherd Rd. The meeting also includes reviews of land use amendments and a new Water & Energy Star Ordinance.

• Publix Davenport development plan (LDPD-2024-1)
• Sandhill Rd Self Storage (LDCU-2023-68)
• US 98 & Brooke Road Retail project (LDCU-2024-3)
• Shepherd Rd Multi-family development (LDPD-2024-2)
• Water & Energy Star Ordinance (LDCT-2024-7)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several infrastructure contracts, including a major water interconnect project and an emergency operations center warehouse. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding burn ban ordinances and speed humps on Dossey Road South.

• $2,193,765 construction contract for the Lakeland - Bartow - Polk County water project
• $1,438,446 construction contract for the Emergency Operation Center Warehouse
• $406,139 authorization for solar power design services
• Public hearing on installing speed humps on Dossey Road South
• Affordable housing contracts for single-family homes in Haines City

Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer

The Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer will review one pending item and eight new land use requests. The docket includes a TSE request for Fanus and variance applications for properties along Buggy Rd, Hatchineha Road, Timberwood Dr, Monroe Dr, Polk City Road, Havendale Blvd, and New Tampa Highway. These hearings determine whether applicants may receive exemptions from current county land development codes.

• LDLVAR-2024-6: Buggy Rd Variance
• LDLTSE-2024-2: Fanus TSE
• LDLVAR-2023-61: Hatchineha Road Variance
• LDLVAR-2024-15: Polk City Road (Santander) Variance
• LDLVAR-2024-17: Havendale Blvd (Medical Facility) Variance

Board of County Commissioners

The Polk County Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on several land use map amendments for properties near US 98, Lakeland Highlands, and Dundee Road. Officials will also vote on road improvement contracts, including right-of-way purchases for CR 557 and Thompson Nursery Road Phase 2, plus a sidewalk project at Inwood Elementary School. The agenda includes votes on state housing grants for Lake Wales home repairs, ambulance staffing, algae mitigation funding, and a tax exemption ordinance amendment for DHL Supply Chain.

• Public hearings on comprehensive plan amendments changing land use near US 98, Lakeland Highlands, and Dundee Road
• Road improvement contracts including CR 557 right-of-way ($615,000), Thompson Nursery Road Phase 2 land purchase ($382,000), and Inwood Elementary sidewalk project ($914,718.67)
• State Housing Initiative Partnership grants for home rehabilitation in Lake Wales totaling $373,625
• Amendment to the Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption ordinance for DHL Supply Chain (Exel, Inc.)
• Approval of 12 new ambulance positions with a recurring cost of $1,103,528 and a West Pipkin Road widening services amendment ($635,525.62)

Polk Regional Water Cooperative

The Polk Regional Water Cooperative Board will vote on state loan amendments and land acquisitions for water infrastructure projects. Information updates cover progress on the Southeast Wellfield and West Polk wellfield developments. These actions secure financing and acquire necessary parcels to expand local water production capacity.

• Approve Executive Director contract amendment and operator service agreement modification
• Adopt resolutions amending FDEP SRF Loans DW 532000 and DW 532001 for Combined Projects and the Southeast Wellfield Project
• Approve land acquisition packages #12A, #12B, and #12C for the Southeast Lower Floridan Aquifer Water Production Facility and transmission line
• Amend prior parcel resolutions to update legal descriptions, remove parcels, or modify easement terms
• Finalize construction easements with PH Citrus, LLC for PRWC Parcel Number 5038

Board of County Commissioners

The Polk County Board of County Commissioners will review and potentially approve several major construction contracts that fund new community facilities and road improvements across the county. The agenda also includes public hearings on comprehensive plan amendments affecting land use near US 27 and the Green Swamp, alongside text updates for local development codes regarding recreational camping, electric vehicle charging, and boat ramps. Standard administrative items include financial audit presentations, board appointments, and right-of-way agreements for road projects.

• Approve $10,543,327 construction contract for the Polk County Sheriff’s Office Ridge District Station at Poinciana
• Approve $6,943,298.20 contract with Crisdel Group, Inc. for the Fort Fraser Trail Extension from Winter Lake Road to Glendale Street
• Hold public hearing on a comprehensive plan amendment to rezone ~29.7 acres near US 27 from Professional Institution-X to Employment Center-X
• Approve up to $4,000,000 contract with Central Florida Health Care for a community health center purchase and renovation in Mulberry
• Set public hearings for small-scale comprehensive plan amendments affecting properties on US 98, Lakeland Highlands, and Dundee Road

Planning Commission

The Polk County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss several land use cases, including conditional uses for a duplex, monopole tower, and mobile home park. Commissioners will also review commercial planned unit developments on US 98 and Mediterranean Drive, a sub-district change for Mediterranean Drive, and text amendments regarding vehicle repair regulations and the Water Star Ordinance. The Sandhill Road self-storage project has been continued to June 5, while other items remain pending staff review or commission action.

• LDCU-2023-57 (Layton Lane Duplex CU)
• LDCU-2023-63 (Longhorn Dr Monopole Tower)
• LDCPAS-2023-24 (US 98 Commercial CPA) and LDCPAS-2023-33 (Mediterranean Drive CPA)
• LDCD-2024-2 (Mediterranean Drive Sub-District Change)
• LDCT-2024-6 (Vehicle Repair Text Amendment) and LDCT-2024-7 (Water Star Ordinance)

Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer

The Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer will meet to review procedural items and consider several variance applications. These requests seek exceptions to local land use rules for specific addresses, a height limit at River Ranch, and business operations in Lakeland. Variances can change how properties are used or built, which may affect nearby residents.

• LDLVAR-2023-65 (Ali Variance)
• LDLVAR-2023-43 (River Ranch Height Variance)
• LDLVAR-2024-4 (Grand Canal Drive Variance)
• LDLVAR-2024-9 (Lake Millsite Dr. W Variance)
• LDLVAR-2024-10 (ABC Fine Wine and Spirits Variance)

Board of County Commissioners

The Polk County Board of County Commissioners will vote on infrastructure contracts, zoning amendments, and public hearings affecting local development and utilities. Key actions include approving a $3.2 million state grant and purchasing rights-of-way for the County Road 557 project, finalizing a wastewater service agreement with the City of Lake Wales, and scheduling future hearings on septic regulations, EV charging standards, and residential density rules. These decisions will guide road construction timelines, utility billing structures, and land use policies across unincorporated Polk County.

• Approve $3,276,934 state grant and right-of-way agreements ($1,860,625 and $448,422) for the County Road 557 Project.
• Finalize interlocal agreement with City of Lake Wales for wholesale wastewater service ($1,047,849 upfront plus recurring monthly fees).
• Set public hearings for Comprehensive Plan amendments on septic tank limits, the Nutrient Restoration Plan Overlay, and a referendum to merge the Efficiency Commission.
• Schedule zoning code hearings covering EV charging stations, recreational camping rules, boat ramps, and a land use change near US 27.
• Approve $181,990 SHIP grant for home rehabilitation in Waverly and $54,122.73 plus $383,796 annual recurring fee for Oracle cloud services.

Transportation Planning Organization (TPO)

The Polk County Transportation Planning Organization board will hold a public hearing and vote on amendments to its four-year Transportation Improvement Program, which keeps local projects eligible for federal funding. Staff also seeks approval for the next two-year Unified Planning Work Program grant agreement and a $200,000 contract with Kimley-Horn and Associates to begin updating the 2050 long-range transportation plan. The agenda includes routine approvals for consulting contracts, boundary adjustments, and board appointments, plus updates on turnpike construction and regional resiliency planning.

• Public hearing and roll call vote on amendments to the FY 2023/24–2027/28 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Approval of a $200,000 consultant services authorization with Kimley-Horn and Associates for the Preliminary 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan Update
• Adoption of the FY 2024/25–2025/26 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) and associated MPO funding agreement
• Amendment #1 to existing Master Services Agreements with Kimley-Horn, AECOM Technical Services, and Alfred Benesch for a one-year extension and reimbursement rate increase
• Approval of draft adjusted urbanized area boundaries for Polk County to update roadway functional classifications

Planning Commission

The Polk County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review multiple land development requests, including comprehensive plan amendments, code use changes, and text amendments that update county zoning rules. Staff will also address withdrawn items, continuations, and specific access waivers for properties on Hatchineha Road and Cedar Ridge. These reviews determine how specific parcels can be developed or modified under current regulations, directly affecting local land use standards for residents.

• Code Use requests for Center Street, K Ville Avenue, Palmetto Bend Avenue, and Ave S NW mobile home communities
• Comprehensive Plan Amendments for Lakeland Highlands, Mediterranean Drive, and Florinda Farms
• Land Development Code text amendments covering recreational camping, streets and pedestrian safety, boat ramps, vehicle repair, and water conservation standards
• Access waivers for Hatchineha Road and Cedar Ridge
• Long Range plan review for Dundee Road

Board of County Commissioners

The Polk County Board of Commissioners will vote on several contracts, including a new agreement for uncompensated inpatient psychiatric care that could cost up to $1,492,262 annually and a $375,000 state grant match for the Lake Lulu Wetland Restoration Project. The board will also hold public hearings on proposed changes to townhome development standards, a new Community Development District for Grenelefe, and amendments to septic-to-sewer regulations. Additional items include bond releases, right-of-way agreements, and road construction contracts.

• Approve psychiatric services contract with Peace River Center for up to $1,492,262 annually
• Accept FDEP grant and county match of $375,000 each for Lake Lulu Wetland Restoration Project
• Hold public hearing on proposed text amendments for multi-family townhome development standards
• Approve construction contract with Earth Tech LLC for Power Line Road pressure grouting ($368,361)
• Set hearings for septic-to-sewer code changes and a mixed-use amendment to the River Ranch DRI map

Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer

The Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer will hear requests for three property variances and review two land development site plan applications. These reviews determine whether proposed development projects comply with local land use rules or qualify for exceptions that affect nearby properties. The agenda also lists approval of minutes from February 2024. No final decisions are recorded in this document.

• Review of land development site plan at Tabbitha Way 1 SE (LDLSE-2023-15)
• Review of land development site plan at Old Polk City Road SE (LDLSE-2023-26)
• Variance request for Chelsea Avenue (LDLVAR-2023-69)
• Variance requests for Fraser Drive and Fox Lane (LDLVAR-2024-2, LDLVAR-2024-3)

Polk Regional Water Cooperative

The Polk Regional Water Cooperative Board will review budget updates and the 2023 auditor's report. The meeting includes several resolutions for land acquisition to support Southeast Wellfield projects. Members will also discuss well construction services and elect West Polk Board officers.

• Land acquisition resolutions for packages 11A, 11B, 11C, and 11D
• Advertising for West Polk and Southeast well construction services
• Guaranteed Maximum Price for Transmission System Package 2A
• Acceptance of the Fiscal Year 2023 Independent Auditors Report
• Election of officers for the West Polk Board of Directors

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider several contracts for healthcare services and infrastructure improvements. The agenda also includes public hearings for land use changes and a request regarding speed humps in Winter Haven.

• Contract with Lakeland Regional Health Systems for specialty care (up to $2,400,000 annually)
• Marketing Partnership Agreement with the Detroit Tigers ($1,960,000 over 7 years)
• Construction contract for East Main at Combee Road intersection ($787,497.90)
• Settlement in Steve Donatelli v. Polk County Board of County Commissioners ($200,000)
• Land purchase agreement with Alcoma Properties, LTD ($525,000)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several land development applications and text amendments. Items include changes to the Comprehensive Plan regarding septic to sewer transitions and new townhome regulations. Some cases, such as North US 98 PD, have been continued to future meetings.

• Septic to Sewer Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment (LDCPAL-2023-13)
• Townhomes LDC Text Amendment (LDCT-2024-2)
• US HWY 17 92 North Monopole Tower (LDCU-2023-65)
• River Ranch DRI Map H Amendment (LDDRI-2023-3)
• Lunn Road Sub-District Change (LDCD-2023-10)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing contracts for new community health centers in Dundee and Lakeland. The agenda also includes discussions on waste collection truck leases, tax exemptions for developers, and various land use amendments.

• Contracts with Central Florida Health Care, Inc. for health centers in Dundee and Lakeland (up to $3,000,000 each)
• Agreement with RDK Assets, Inc. for waste collection truck leases ($956,000 annual estimate)
• Tax exemptions for D.R. Horton, Inc. and NVR, Inc.
• Comprehensive Plan update contract with Inspire Placemaking Collective, Inc. ($560,523)
• Sinkhole remediation budget transfer for Royal Crest Drive ($500,000)

Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer

The meeting includes the approval of January 25, 2024, minutes and the consideration of two land use variance requests. One request involves an alcohol variance on Kathleen Road, while another concerns Lake Dr NW.

• Alcohol variance for Kathleen Road (LDLVAR-2023-67)
• Variance for Lake Dr NW (LDLVAR-2023-68)
• Approval of January 25, 2024, minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several items including a large purchase for public safety radio equipment and new revenue from a state grant. The meeting also includes multiple public hearings regarding land use amendments and utility system improvements.

• Purchase of Motorola Diagnostx equipment for Public Safety Radio System ($644,793.85)
• Florida Defense Infrastructure Grant Agreement ($500,000 revenue)
• Mowing and ditch cleaning services agreement with Association of Poinciana Villages, Inc. ($224,000 annual expense)
• Public hearing for US 27 SAP RACX to add self-storage and car wash uses
• Construction contract for Courthouse Phase II ADA restrooms ($282,886.82)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a workshop and public hearings regarding several land use and development items. The agenda includes discussions on worker housing, multi-family developments, and text amendments.

• Doc Lindsey Farm Worker Housing (LDCU-2023-42)
• North Wabash Multi-family PD (LDPD-2023-34)
• Gull Drive PD Mod (LDPD-2023-37)
• Housing LDC Text Amendment (LDCT-2023-19)
• Mining Inspection Text Amendment (LDCT-2023-20)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several land development text amendments and public hearing items. The agenda includes various infrastructure projects, economic development tax exemptions, and traffic calming resolutions.

• Contract with The Haley Center, Inc. for a medical office building up to $1,600,000
• FDOT agreement for East Orange Avenue and East Crystal Avenue streetscape improvements ($800,000)
• Construction contract with Kamminga & Roodvoets, Inc. for Driftwood Drive drainage ($558,436.20)
• Hazen and Sawyer, P.C. engineering services for septage receiving stations ($727,049.00)
• Traffic calming speed hump installations on Ware Avenue, Camp Gilead Drive, and Rocky Point Road

Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer

The Land Use Hearing Officer will review several land use and variance applications. The agenda includes items regarding Old Dade City Road SE and various street-specific variances.

• LDLSE-2023-10 (Old Dade City Road SE)
• LDLVAR-2023-59 (Capri Dr Variance)
• LDLVAR-2023-60 (Mt Olive Rd Variance)
• LDLVAR-2023-62 (Highlands in the Woods Drive Variance)
• LDLVAR-2023-63 Mary Lee St ROW Variance

Polk Regional Water Cooperative

The Board of Directors will review several resolutions regarding land acquisition packages for the Southeast Lower Floridan Aquifer Water Production Facility. The meeting also includes updates on the Southeast Wellfield and West Polk Wellfield projects.

• Approval of Peace River Protocol Agreement with Peace River Manasota Regional Water Supply Authority
• Resolutions 2024-01, 2024-02, and 2024-03 for land acquisition packages 10A, 10B, and 10C
• Repayment to Polk County for Retreat at Stuart Crossing Early Construction Package
• Amendments to previous resolutions regarding specific parcel sketches and legal descriptions
• Decision on deferring final points of connection for the West Polk Project

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several infrastructure and land use items, including a $4.9 million bridge replacement project and new truck restrictions near Lakeland. The meeting also includes discussions on state grant approvals for lake remediation and various zoning amendments.

• Budget amendment for Countyline Rd over Peace River Bridge Replacement Project ($4,956,658.00)
• Approval of FDEP grant for phosphorus remediation in Lake Deeson and Bear Branch ($870,000 revenue)
• Contract with Central Florida Health Care, Inc. for Frostproof expansion (not to exceed $538,856)
• Resolution setting truck restrictions on Bryant Road near Lakeland
• Approval of Fire Rescue Division bunker gear cleaning and repair agreement ($110,000 estimated)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing multiple construction contracts for Fire Rescue/EMS stations, including roof replacements and door installations. Additional items include a $1,000,000 grant for safer roads and several public hearings regarding land use and zoning amendments.

• Roof replacement contracts for 21 Fire Rescue/EMS stations totaling $2,564,836.00
• Installation of replacement overhead doors at 23 Fire Rescue/EMS stations for $2,544,738.99
• Installation of replacement window shutter systems at 25 Fire Rescue/EMS stations for $680,723.00
• Acceptance of a $1,000,000 grant for the Polk County FL Vision: Safer Roads FL program
• Comprehensive Plan Amendment for Northeast Regional Park involving ±80.26 acres

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a regular meeting including public hearings. The agenda includes several land development code amendments and comprehensive plan amendments.

• Graceway Thornhill INST CPA (LDCPAS-2023-20)
• Graceway Thornhill INST Appendix E text change (LDCT-2023-21)
• St. Matthews CPA (LDCPAS-2023-27)
• RCC Text Change (LDCPAL-2023-9)
• US 27 SAP RACX Storage & Car Wash (LDCT-2023-14)