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iv. Guest Experience: Offer a fully developed park that balances adventure,
A fully developed park is planned to offer adventure, leisure, and family fun. This civic agenda item is currently under review by the Board of County Commissioners. The project is expected to involve site clearing and grading, followed by the installation of underground utilities and infrastructure. Subsequent phases will likely include paving, vertical construction for amenities, and final landscaping. Local contractors, trades, suppliers, and service providers are encouraged to engage early to understand the project's scope and potential needs before formal bidding processes begin.
- Board:
- Regular Board of County Commissioners Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-05-05
- Type:
- Agenda_item
iv. Highlands Splash Pass (Annual Pass): $100.00
Regular Board of County Commissioners Meeting listed this item on its agenda for 2026-05-05 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:
- Regular Board of County Commissioners Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-05-05
- Type:
- Agenda_item
iv. In-Park Inflatable Seating Areas: Designed to enhance guest relaxation
This item concerns the planned installation of inflatable seating areas within a park. These areas are intended to improve guest comfort and relaxation. The project is currently under review by the Highlands County Board of County Commissioners. The scope of work would likely involve site preparation for the seating areas, installation of the inflatable structures, and potentially related amenities. This early stage in the process presents an opportunity for contractors, suppliers, and service providers to engage. Businesses specializing in park amenities, inflatable structures, site preparation, and installation services could find potential work. Reaching out now, before final plans and permits are set, allows businesses to understand the project's needs and position themselves for future opportunities.
- Board:
- Regular Board of County Commissioners Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-05-05
- Type:
- Agenda_item
iv. Penguin Pass (Seasonal: October-April): $75.00
Regular Board of County Commissioners Meeting listed this item on its agenda for 2026-05-05 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:
- Regular Board of County Commissioners Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-05-05
- Type:
- Agenda_item
iv. Reputation Management: Proactively managing Lake June Lagoon’s brand’s
Regular Board of County Commissioners Meeting listed this item on its agenda for 2026-05-05 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:
- Regular Board of County Commissioners Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-05-05
- Type:
- Agenda_item
v. Caladium Crew Family Annual Pass: $125.00 for the first member, plus
Regular Board of County Commissioners Meeting listed this item on its agenda for 2026-05-05 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:
- Regular Board of County Commissioners Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-05-05
- Type:
- Agenda_item
v. Final Touches: Optimize infrastructure, operations, and marketing efforts
This item concerns plans to optimize infrastructure, operations, and marketing for Lake June Lagoon. The goal is to make it a top regional destination. This project is currently in the planning stages, focusing on future development and enhancement. The scope of work will likely involve improvements to existing infrastructure, potentially including site preparation, utility upgrades, and operational enhancements. Future phases could include marketing and service development to attract visitors. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers in areas such as construction, utilities, and marketing could find opportunities by engaging early. Understanding the project's early stage allows businesses to position themselves before detailed plans and bids are finalized.
- Board:
- Regular Board of County Commissioners Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-05-05
- Type:
- Agenda_item
v. Guest Experience: Broaden appeal to families by creating spaces that
This item concerns a planned enhancement to a guest experience, aiming to broaden appeal to families. The proposal involves creating new spaces specifically for young children, alongside existing attractions for older guests. This initiative is currently under review by the Highlands County Board of County Commissioners. The project scope would likely include design, planning, and construction phases. Potential work could involve site preparation, interior build-outs, and the installation of new amenities and play structures. Local contractors, trades, suppliers, and service providers are encouraged to monitor this item's progress. Early engagement before final plans and permits are set could offer a competitive advantage for securing future work.
- Board:
- Regular Board of County Commissioners Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-05-05
- Type:
- Agenda_item
v. Guest Experience: Focus on creating a balanced mix of adventure and
Regular Board of County Commissioners Meeting listed this item on its agenda for 2026-05-05 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:
- Regular Board of County Commissioners Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-05-05
- Type:
- Agenda_item
vi. Operational Setup: Establish foundational infrastructure, safety protocols,
This item concerns the operational setup for future expansion of a park. The plan is to establish foundational infrastructure and safety protocols. This project is currently under review by the Board of County Commissioners. The work would involve site preparation, installation of basic infrastructure, and the development of safety measures. This early stage presents an opportunity for contractors, suppliers, and service providers to engage before detailed plans and bids are finalized. Businesses specializing in site preparation, general contracting, and safety equipment could find opportunities by reaching out now.
- Board:
- Regular Board of County Commissioners Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-05-05
- Type:
- Agenda_item
0421 Sp Dist Package
The Highlands County Board of County Commissioners, acting as the governing body for the Sun 'N Lakes of Lake Placid Recreation District, approved Budget Amendment 25-26-070. This amendment appropriates $5,800.00 from the Fund Balance to purchase soccer goals and tables for the community center. The funds are allocated to Operating Supplies within cost center 7974. The decision was made on April 21, 2026, and the resolution number is 25-26-109.
- Board:
- Meeting of the Special Districts
- Date:
- 2026-04-21
- Type:
- Agenda_packet
- Decision:
- Approved
042126 Special Districts Agenda
The Highlands County Board of County Commissioners Special Districts met on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 9:30 AM. The board considered a consent agenda item to adopt Resolution 25-26-109 for Budget Amendment 25-26-070. This amendment involves a $5,800.00 increase for recreation needs within the Sun ‘N Lakes of Lake Placid Recreation District. The funds are allocated from the Fund Balance to cost center 7974, account 55200 (Operating Supplies).
- Board:
- Meeting of the Special Districts
- Date:
- 2026-04-21
- Type:
- Agenda
- Address:
- 600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870
042126 agenda final draft
This document is an agenda for the Highlands County Board of County Commissioners meeting on April 21, 2026. It includes various items such as proclamations, consent agenda items, public hearings, and action agenda items. Several items involve budget amendments and appropriations for projects including road and bridge work, fire station construction, and sheriff department equipment. Notably, there are budget amendments for the CR 29 Widening and Resurfacing project ($2,330,311.00) and CR 731 Widening and Resurfacing project ($1,904,154.00), both with potential reimbursement from FDOT. A real property purchase agreement for 1127 E. Winthrop Street, Avon Park, Florida, is also on the agenda for $338,000.00. A public hearing is scheduled to consider amending zoning for approximately 10.09 acres from AU Agricultural District to AU CU Agricultural District with a Conditional Use for a slaughterhouse and meat processing facility. Another public hearing concerns amending the Istokpoga Marsh Watershed Improvement District. There are no specific public comments or stakeholder sentiments detailed within this agenda document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners Regular Board Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-21
- Type:
- Agenda
- Address:
- 1127 E. Winthrop Street, Avon Park, Florida
- Applicant:
- Highlands County Hickey Mining, Inc. (for Reclamation Surety Bond); Duke Energy Florida, LLC (property owner for Tower Removal Agreement); PeakNet, LLC (tower owner/operator for Tower Removal Agreement); Nu-Hope Elder Care Services, Inc. (for Older American's Act Month Proclamation); Excavation Point (for ITB 25-028-CLD); Synergy Sports Charlotte, LLC; Gentiva Hospice (for Letter of Support); Highlands County YMCA (for fee waiver); FDOT (for CR 29 and CR 731 projects)
042126pkg final draft
[600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870] Highlands County Board of County Commissioners meeting on April 21, 2026. Agenda items included proclamations for ALS Awareness Month, Older Americans Act Month, and Florida Orange Juice Month. The board also considered a Community Planning Technical Assistance (CPTA) Grant application for a Tourism Strategic Plan update, approved an ITB for asphalt milling with Excavation Point for $192,000, and adopted a resolution to appropriate $3,223,736 from the Tourist Development Trust Fund for facility development and enhancement projects, including the Multi-Sport Complex expansion and a future indoor multi-purpose facility. Additionally, the board granted the County Administrator authority to execute government agency applications and permits.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners Regular Board Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-21
- Type:
- Agenda_packet
- Decision:
- Approved (for multiple items)
- Address:
- 600 S. Commerce Ave. Sebring, FL 33870
- Applicant:
- Highlands County Board of County Commissioners
1. 2026 OJ Month Proclamation Ray Royce
Highlands County is seeking to update its Tourist Development Council's Strategic Plan. This plan, last completed in 2019, needs refreshing due to significant changes in the tourism industry, including shifts in travel behavior and a move toward destination management. The county aims to align its priorities, programs, and investments with current tourism trends and community goals. To support this effort, Highlands County staff are recommended to apply for a Community Planning Technical Assistance (CPTA) Grant through Florida Commerce. If awarded, this grant could provide up to $50,000 in reimbursement funding for the strategic planning study. This item is currently under review as staff seek approval to apply for the grant. The work would involve research, analysis, and planning to develop the updated strategic plan. Local businesses specializing in professional services, particularly those focused on planning, consulting, and market analysis within the tourism sector, may find opportunities to engage as the strategic plan development progresses.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners Regular Board Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-21
- Type:
- Agenda_item
1. 2026 Proclamation ALS Month
This item concerns a proclamation recognizing May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month in Highlands County. The Board of County Commissioners is considering this proclamation. The proclamation highlights the importance of supporting ALS research, advocating for funding, and standing with those affected by the disease. It also mentions the need for access to therapies and medical equipment. While this is a proclamation and does not involve direct construction, it calls for community support and awareness. Businesses involved in medical equipment supply, research funding, or advocacy services may find opportunities to align with this cause.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners Regular Board Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-21
- Type:
- Agenda_item
1. 25-015-RDV Recommendation for Award CAT 2
Board of County Commissioners Regular Board Meeting listed this item on its agenda for 2026-04-21 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 Regular Board Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-21
- Type:
- Agenda_item
1. 25-028-CLD Asphalt Milling EPI
Highlands County is planning facility development and enhancement projects. These projects include the expansion of the Highlands County Multi-Sport Complex and the future development of an indoor multi-purpose facility. The total estimated cost for the indoor facility is approximately $4,250,000. The Tourist Development Council has recommended allocating funds collected from the Tourist Development Tax since 2018 for these purposes. The project is currently under review, with a request to adopt a resolution for a budget amendment to appropriate funds. This initiative will likely involve site preparation, construction of new facilities, and potentially upgrades to existing infrastructure. Contractors specializing in site work, general construction, concrete, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and landscaping may find opportunities as these projects move forward. Early engagement is advised before final bids and permits are issued.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners Regular Board Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-21
- Type:
- Agenda_item
- Decision:
- Board of County Commissioners
1. 25-26-065R Proj 25029 Multi-Sports Complex_Proj 25027 Indoor Multi-Sports
Highlands County is considering plans for a new multi-sports complex and an indoor multi-sports facility. The project is currently under review by the Board of County Commissioners. This development is expected to involve significant site preparation, including clearing and grading, followed by the construction of various sports facilities. Subsequent phases would likely include utility work, paving, and the installation of specialized sports surfaces and amenities. Local contractors, trades, suppliers, and service providers are encouraged to monitor this project's progress. Engaging early, before final site plans and permits are established, offers the best opportunity to compete for upcoming work.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners Regular Board Meeting
- Date:
- 2026-04-21
- Type:
- Agenda_item
1. 25-26-070 SNL Lake Placid Rec Items (BA)
This item concerns a proposed recreational development in Lake Placid. The project, identified as 25-26-070 SNL, is currently under review by the Special Districts of Highlands County. While specific details on the project's size or exact location are not provided, it is expected to involve the creation of new recreational facilities. The review process suggests that planning and design phases are likely underway, which would precede site preparation, construction, and final landscaping. Local contractors, trades, suppliers, and service providers are encouraged to monitor this item's progress. Engaging early in the review process can provide an advantage in understanding potential project needs and opportunities before formal bidding begins.
- Board:
- Meeting of the Special Districts
- Date:
- 2026-04-21
- Type:
- Agenda_item
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