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Board of County Commissioners Meeting of the Special Districts

The Board of County Commissioners of the Special Districts of Highlands County met on September 1, 2026. The meeting covered the approval of non-ad valorem assessment rolls and related documents for 10 districts. No specific construction projects or related trades were listed on this agenda.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners Meeting of the Special Districts
Date:
2026-09-01
Type:
Meeting

Districts Final 9.1.26

The document is a public notice for a Highlands County Board of County Commissioners Special Districts meeting on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at 9:30 AM, held at 600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870. The agenda lists a single public hearing item: a request to approve the certification of non-ad valorem assessment rolls for ten (10) Municipal Service Benefit Units for Fiscal Year 26-27, with estimated combined revenue of approximately $1,082,368.28. The ten units are named in the document. No decision is stated in the document; the meeting is scheduled for the future. No specific project, site, or action beyond the certification request is described.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners Meeting of the Special Districts
Date:
2026-09-01
Type:
Agenda
Decision:
not stated (meeting scheduled for September 1, 2026)
Address:
600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870 (meeting location)
Applicant:
Tanya Cannady, Business Services Director

Districts Packet Final 9.1.26

The Highlands County Board of County Commissioners Special Districts meeting on September 1, 2026, at 600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870, considered a request to approve the certification of the non-ad valorem assessment rolls for ten Municipal Service Benefit Units for Fiscal Year 26-27. The estimated revenue for these assessments is approximately $1,082,368.28. The document includes resolutions for the following districts: Avon Park Estates Special Benefit District (Resolution No. 25-26-168), Highlands Park Estates Special Benefit District (Resolution No. 25-26-169), Highway Park Special Benefit District (Resolution No. 25-26-170), Lake Haven Estates Special Benefit District (Resolution No. 25-26-171), Oak Manor Avenue Road Paving Municipal Service Benefit Unit (Resolution No. 25-26-172), Orange Villa Mobile Home Estates Special Benefit District (Resolution No. 25-26-173), Placid Lakes Special Benefit District (Resolution No. 25-26-174), Sebring Country Estates Special Benefit District (Resolution No. 25-25-175), Sebring Hills Special Benefit District (Resolution No. 25-26-176), and Sun 'N Lakes of Lake Placid Recreation District (Resolution No. 25-26-177). Each resolution approves the certification of the non-ad valorem assessment roll for fiscal year 2026-2027. The document does not state the final decision made by the Board. The document does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners Meeting of the Special Districts
Date:
2026-09-01
Type:
Agenda_packet
Address:
600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870
Applicant:
Tanya Cannady, Business Services Director

Districts Agenda 8.18.26

The document is a meeting agenda for the Highlands County Board of County Commissioners Special Districts meeting on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 9:30 AM, held at 600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870. The agenda lists multiple special districts and includes three consent agenda items: (A) Budget Amendment 25-26-113 for Placid Lakes Special Benefit District ($43,000) to realign funds for repairs and security services, moving $19,000 to Security and $24,000 to Repair & Maintenance; (B) Budget Amendment 25-26-111 for Placid Lakes Special Benefit District, Project #25051 ($25,000) for recreational development; (C) approval of minutes from July 7, 2026, Special Districts Meeting. No decision is stated for these items; they are listed for approval. No public comment sentiment is stated in the document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners Meeting of the Special Districts
Date:
2026-08-18
Type:
Agenda
Decision:
not stated (items listed on consent agenda for approval)
Address:
600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870

Districts Agenda Packet Final 8.18.26

Highlands County Board of County Commissioners Special Districts meeting agenda for August 18, 2026, at 600 S. Commerce Ave., Sebring, FL 33870. The agenda includes three consent agenda items: (A) Budget Amendment 25-26-113 to realign $43,000 in budgeted funds for Placid Lakes Special Benefit District for needed repairs and security services, transferring from Reserve for Contingency to Security ($19,000) and Repair & Maintenance ($24,000); (B) Budget Amendment 25-26-111 for Placid Lakes Special Benefit District, Project #25051, to move $25,000 for recreational development, including design of pickleball courts; (C) approval of minutes from the July 7, 2026, Special Districts Meeting. No decision is stated in the document; it is an agenda for action. Public comment is noted as an agenda item, but no participants are stated for the July 7, 2026, meeting minutes included in the document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners Meeting of the Special Districts
Date:
2026-08-18
Type:
Agenda_packet
Address:
600 S. Commerce Ave., Sebring, FL 33870

061626 SD Agenda2

Highlands County Board of County Commissioners Special Districts met on June 16, 2026. Two items were addressed: 1. Adoption of Resolution 25-26-125 for a budget amendment of $147,840 for the construction and maintenance of Ballard Rd, funded from Fund 119 (Red Hill Farms Improvement District). 2. Public hearing for the adoption of Preliminary Resolution 25-26-133 to impose an annual Non-Ad Valorem assessment ($14.07 per property) and Preliminary Resolution 25-26-134 to impose a tentative millage rate (10.0000) for agriculturally classified properties within the Istokpoga Marsh Watershed Improvement District. The fiscal impact for the Istokpoga Marsh Watershed Improvement District is an estimated increase of $8,653 for Non-Ad Valorem and $248,379 for Ad Valorem for FY 2026-2027. Jonathan Harrison, Road & Bridge Director, presented both items. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment was recorded in the provided text.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners Meeting of the Special Districts
Date:
2026-06-16
Type:
Agenda
Address:
600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870
Applicant:
Jonathan Harrison, Road & Bridge Director (presenter for both items)

061626 SPD Pkg2

[Ballard Rd; case Resolution 25-26-125, Budget Amendment 25-26-085] Highlands County Board of County Commissioners approved a budget amendment for the construction and maintenance of Ballard Road within the Red Hill Farms Improvement District. The amendment allocates $147,840 from the fund balance for repair and maintenance, and capital infrastructure. [Istokpoga Marsh Watershed Improvement District; case Preliminary Resolution 25-26-133 (Non-Ad Valorem Assessment), Preliminary Resolution 25-26-134 (Ad Valorem Tax)] The Istokpoga Marsh Watershed Improvement District held a public hearing to consider imposing an annual Non-Ad Valorem assessment on non-agriculturally classified properties and adopting a tentative millage rate for agriculturally classified properties for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. The Non-Ad Valorem assessment is set at $14.07 per acre for non-agricultural land, projected to generate approximately $8,653. The tentative millage rate for agricultural land is 10.0000 mills, projected to generate approximately $248,379. These measures are to fund flood and erosion control, water management, road maintenance, and other district projects.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners Meeting of the Special Districts
Date:
2026-06-16
Type:
Agenda_packet
Decision:
Approved
Address:
Ballard Rd
Applicant:
Jonathan Harrison, Road & Bridge Director

1. Meeting Called to Order: Invitation to fill out "Comments by the Public" forms

Board of County Commissioners Meeting of the Special Districts listed this item on its agenda for 2026-06-16 in Highlands County. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners Meeting of the Special Districts
Date:
2026-06-16
Type:
Agenda_item

1. Meeting Called to Order: Invitation to fill out "Comments by the Public" forms

Board of County Commissioners Meeting of the Special Districts listed this item on its agenda for 2026-06-16 in Highlands County. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners Meeting of the Special Districts
Date:
2026-06-16
Type:
Agenda_item

1. Resolution 25-26-133 PRELIMINARY IMWID MSBU.SGS

This item concerns a preliminary resolution for the IMWID MSBU.SGS, a project currently under review by the Board of County Commissioners. While specific details about the project's scope, location, and size are not yet available, its preliminary nature suggests that planning and design phases are anticipated. This could involve initial site assessments, engineering studies, and the development of detailed plans. As the project moves forward, opportunities may arise for contractors specializing in site preparation, grading, utility work, and potentially construction. Suppliers of construction materials and related services could also find future business. Engaging early in the review process allows local businesses to understand the project's direction and prepare for potential bidding opportunities once plans and permits are finalized.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners Meeting of the Special Districts
Date:
2026-06-16
Type:
Agenda_item

2. 25-26-085R Ballard Rd Construction & Maint (Resolution)

The Red Hill Farms Improvement District is planning construction and maintenance for Ballard Road. This project is currently under review by the Board of County Commissioners. The total budget for this work is $147,840, which includes funds for repair and maintenance, and capital infrastructure. The project will involve site preparation, road work, and potentially ongoing maintenance. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers should consider reaching out to the county administrator or the Road & Bridge Director to learn more about potential opportunities. Early engagement could provide an advantage as plans and permits are finalized.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners Meeting of the Special Districts
Date:
2026-06-16
Type:
Agenda_item
Address:
Ballard Rd

2. Resolution 25-26-134 PRELIMINARY IMWID MSTU.SGS

Board of County Commissioners Meeting of the Special Districts listed this item on its agenda for 2026-06-16 in Highlands County. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners Meeting of the Special Districts
Date:
2026-06-16
Type:
Agenda_item

3. IMWID Prelim Tear Sheet - Affidavit

The Istokpoga Marsh Watershed Improvement District is proposing a preliminary annual district benefit assessment for Fiscal Year 2026-27. This resolution aims to impose a benefit assessment on non-agriculturally classified properties within the district. The funds will support various district projects, including flood and erosion control, surface water management, water quality improvements, reclamation and irrigation facilities, and public roads. This item is currently under review by the Board of County Commissioners. The project involves the planning and funding for ongoing and future district projects, which may lead to future construction, operation, and maintenance work. Contractors, suppliers, and service providers in areas such as civil engineering, site preparation, and general construction may find opportunities as the district's projects are defined and funded. Early engagement could provide insight into upcoming needs before formal bidding processes begin.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners Meeting of the Special Districts
Date:
2026-06-16
Type:
Agenda_item

A. Move to approve and adopt Preliminary Resolution 25-26-133 to impose an annual

This item concerns a proposed annual Non-Ad Valorem assessment for the Istokpoga Marsh Watershed Improvement District. The assessment would apply to properties within the district that are not classified for agriculture. This proposal is currently under review by the Board of County Commissioners. If approved, the district would move forward with implementing this assessment. This process could involve work related to watershed management and potentially infrastructure improvements. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers should monitor this item as it progresses through the review process. Early engagement could provide an advantage as plans develop.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners Meeting of the Special Districts
Date:
2026-06-16
Type:
Agenda_item

A. Public Hearing to consider

Board of County Commissioners Meeting of the Special Districts listed this item on its agenda for 2026-06-16 in Highlands County. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners Meeting of the Special Districts
Date:
2026-06-16
Type:
Agenda_item

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