05/26/2026 Minutes

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting · 2026-05-26 · minutes

[case ITB 26-069] Citrus County Board of County Commissioners approved the purchase of one (1) MX908, Mass Spectrometer, Chemical Identifier from 908 Devices Inc. for $83,709.47. This item was part of a larger motion to approve multiple bids. [case PB 26-128] Citrus County Board of County Commissioners approved the purchase of a new fire engine for $825,500 and two (2) new ambulances for $724,802 from Ten-8 Fire & Safety, LLC, utilizing the Florida Sheriff's Association contract FSA25-VEF19.0. A related budget resolution was also approved. [case ITB 22-030 Amendment No. 5] Citrus County Board of County Commissioners approved an amendment to the agreement with Gamco Properties III, Inc. for contract mowing and trimming of median/curbed roadways with litter pickup. The amendment adds four (4) additional trimmings and increases the annual cost by $4,620.00. [case ITB 23-050 Amendment No. 3] Citrus County Board of County Commissioners approved an amendment to the agreement with Central Materials Company, Inc. for Asphalt Concrete Mix Type SP-9.5 and Type -12.5, and Liquid Emulsified Asphalt Grades SS-1 and AE-90 or Comparable. This exercises the third option to renew the agreement for an additional one-year term, extending it to June 19, 2027, with no cost increase. [Kings Bay; case SGS 26-121] Citrus County Board of County Commissioners approved an agreement with Save Crystal River, Inc. for the Save Crystal River - Kings Bay Restoration Project FY27. The agreement includes Mechanical Maintenance Services and the addition of Planted Submerged Aquatic Vegetation services. Funding of $315,000 is included in the FY 26/27 budget. [case RFP 24-096 Amendment No. 2] Citrus County Board of County Commissioners approved amendments to agreements with Redevelopment Management Associates, LLC and The Urban Group, Inc. for Professional Real Estate Broker Services. The amendments extend the duration of both agreements to July 8, 2027. [case ITB 23-058 Amendment No. 3] Citrus County Board of County Commissioners approved an amendment to the agreement with Superior Asphalt, Inc. for Asphaltic Concrete for Surface Leveling Courses Including Sand Seal Coat. The amendment renews the agreement for an additional one-year term, extending its duration to July 10, 2027, with no additional cost. [case ITB 22-064 Amendment No. 4] Citrus County Board of County Commissioners approved an amendment to the agreement with McShea Contracting, LLC for Roadway Striping Thermoplastic/Traffic Paint and Related Work. The amendment renews the agreement for an additional one-year term, extending its duration to June 27, 2027. [Brentwood Wastewater Treatment Facility; case ITB 24-011 Amendment No. 3] Citrus County Board of County Commissioners approved an amendment to the agreement with L7 Construction, Inc. for the Brentwood Wastewater Treatment Facility Upgrades Project. The amendment ratifies the action to extend substantial completion to June 1, 2026, and final completion to July 1, 2026, with no additional cost. [case PB 24-223 Amendment No. 1] Citrus County Board of County Commissioners approved an amendment to the agreement with Carahsoft Technology Corp for Omnia GA 23-6692-01 Technology Products, Solutions and Related Services. The amendment implements planning department and fire department plans review for Phase II at an additional cost of $66,241.28. Citrus County Board of County Commissioners approved the Key Training Community Contribution Tax Credit Program Resolution, certifying that the projects are consistent with local plans and regulations. [Homosassa; case CG-05D56525-0] Citrus County Board of County Commissioners acknowledged receipt and acceptance of the Homosassa Phase V Septic to Sewer Federal Community Grant CG-05D56525-0. [Lecanto Preserve] Citrus County Board of County Commissioners approved an amendment to the Water and/or Wastewater Developer’s Agreement for Lecanto Preserve, LLC – Phase 1. [Cedar Lake Estates; case DVR 2026-006] Citrus County Board of County Commissioners approved the Permanent Reassignment of Development Rights Agreement for residential properties within the Proposed Cedar Lake Estates Watermain Extension Assessment Area for Vicki Lynn Watson, DVR 2026-006. Citrus County Board of County Commissioners acknowledged receipt and approved the transfer of water connection fee credits from SAT Sr. Limited Partnership to Hampton Hills, LLC credit pool. Citrus County Board of County Commissioners approved a Corrective Perpetual Utility and Access Easement between Citrus County, Florida, and the City of Inverness. The terms remain the same. [One Courthouse Square, Inverness, Florida] Citrus County Board of County Commissioners approved a Resolution and Lease Agreement for the Historic Citrus County Courthouse, located at One Courthouse Square, Inverness, Florida, to The Citrus County Historical Society, Inc. The lease is for five (5) years beginning June 1, 2026, ending May 31, 2031, with a monthly rent of one dollar ($1.00) per year. The Society will provide community services. Citrus County Board of County Commissioners approved a conflict waiver regarding SouthState Bank, N.A. [5456 S. Cherokee Way, Homosassa; case AK 1146577] Citrus County Board of County Commissioners authorized staff to solicit appraisal services, title search, and closing services for the property located at 5456 S. Cherokee Way, Homosassa, AK 1146577. [Inverness Highlands West, Inverness; case AK 1798388] Citrus County Board of County Commissioners approved the declaration of surplus property at AK 1798388 Lot 18, Block 309 less North 43 feet and South 16.92 feet Inverness Highlands West, Inverness, and approved the Purchase and Sale agreement with Moon Lake Investments Inc. for this property. [case Series 2026] Citrus County Board of County Commissioners approved the issuance of Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2026, and a supplemental resolution authorizing the issuance. Jay Glover from PFM Financial Advisors addressed Board questions. [Unincorporated areas of Citrus County] Citrus County Board of County Commissioners approved a proclamation rescinding the drought emergency and burn ban for the unincorporated areas of Citrus County, previously enacted on April 14, 2026. [14095 W. Ozello Trail, Crystal River] Citrus County Board of County Commissioners conducted a public hearing and approved the local historic designation for the Ozello Civic Association Building, located at 14095 W. Ozello Trail, Crystal River. Jane Vandenbergh, on behalf of the Ozello Civic Association, addressed the Board. [Unincorporated areas of Citrus County; case Ordinance Number 2026-02] Citrus County Board of County Commissioners conducted a public hearing and approved an ordinance establishing a temporary moratorium for the construction, expansion, and issuance of building permits, development orders, or rezoning for data center facilities within the unincorporated areas of Citrus County. Numerous individuals and organizations, including the Sierra Club and Citrus County Audubon Society, addressed the Board with concerns.