Cc: Louis Kneip <Louis.Kneip@swfwmd.state.fl.us>; Morrison, Chris <Chris.Morrison@sumtercountyfl.gov>

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting · 2026-05-12 · agenda_item

This item concerns a complaint about well issues near the Heart of Florida Landfill. Sumter County's Floodplain Manager is investigating reports of violent shaking and collapsing wells at three addresses. One address, 1682 SR 471, Sumterville, has a potential well construction permit that needs validation. The Southwest Florida Water Management District is providing information related to well construction permits. This matter is currently under review as part of an investigation into reported issues. The work would involve investigating existing well conditions and potentially requiring remediation or new construction. This early stage presents an opportunity for contractors specializing in well services, site investigation, and potentially civil engineering or environmental services to engage with the county and district as the situation develops.