PUBLIC HEARINGS

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting · 2026-07-28 · agenda_item

The Board of County Commissioners is holding public hearings on two agenda items related to new revenue streams for county services. The first concerns the provision of fire protection services and the approval of non-ad valorem assessments for properties within the Sumter County Fire & EMS Service Area. This involves determining the validity of assessment rates recommended by an Accenture study. The second hearing is to consider adopting a Tourism Development Tax, subject to voter approval in a November 2026 referendum, and adopting a related Tourism Development Tax Plan. These items are currently under review and have recommendations for approval. The work set in motion by these items would involve administrative and legal processes, including assessment calculations, tax collection setup, and potentially the development of new service delivery plans. Contractors, suppliers, and service providers in legal services, accounting, and potentially administrative support could find opportunities by engaging early before final plans and permits are established.