FLORIDA CITY ANNEXATION AREA J

Board of County Commissioners · 2026-07-21 · ordinance

This legislative item concerns the annexation of an unincorporated area, referred to as Area J, into the City of Florida City. The annexation involves changing municipal boundaries and amending the City's charter. Key conditions include the County retaining utility tax revenues and jurisdiction over residential garbage and refuse collection/disposal, unless delegated via a 20-year interlocal agreement. The City will be responsible for paying outstanding stormwater bond debt service payments totaling $1,709.71. The County will also retain jurisdiction over certain declarations of restrictive covenants and areas/facilities of countywide significance, including wellfield protection areas and natural reserves. The ordinance is contingent upon the execution of an interlocal agreement between the City and the County. The matter is currently 'In Committee'.