June 9, 2026 Regular Meeting Agenda packet 2026-06-09

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting · 2026-06-09 · packet

[case ZON26-000015] Sumter County is proposing amendments to its Land Development Code (LDC) to delete and replace certain divisions. The Planning and Zoning Special Master and staff recommend approval. The changes aim to fix redundancies and conflicts with the Comprehensive Plan, making the code less restrictive. No direct economic impact on businesses is anticipated, and no uses permitted by right are affected. The amendment is intended to improve the ease of use of the LDC and align it with the Comprehensive Plan. The Board of County Commissioners will consider the recommendation on June 9, 2026. [case HJR 1-F] The Florida Senate passed House Joint Resolution (HJR) 1-F, proposing a constitutional amendment to increase the homestead exemption for non-school levies to $250,000 over two years. This amendment will appear on the November 2026 General Election Ballot. It also limits the annual assessment increase for non-homestead property to 5% starting January 1, 2027. The amendment does not apply to ad valorem taxes collected by school boards. The Florida League of Cities expressed opposition due to unknown fiscal consequences and reduced budget flexibility. Sumter County Housing Services is proclaimed to support local community housing partners and collaborate with various entities to enhance housing attainability. The month of June 2026 is proclaimed as National Homeownership Month. [1032 County Road 529A, Lake Panasoffkee, FL 33538] The Heart of Florida Landfill, operated by A.C.M.S., Inc. d/b/a Heart of Florida Environmental, located at 1032 County Road 529A, Lake Panasoffkee, FL 33538, is facing community concerns regarding odors, potential aquifer contamination, and the proposed use of an injection well for leachate disposal. The Tracy's Point Community Club, Inc. has requested the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) to investigate operations, evaluate injection well risks, ensure groundwater monitoring, hold public meetings, and assess the cumulative impact of increased waste transport, including rail expansion. The landfill reported an unintentional acceptance of gasoline-impacted soil on March 25, 2026, and notified FDEP. FDEP officials have indicated that injection wells undergo high scrutiny and that none have impacted public water supply in Florida. The process for the exploratory well, construction test well, and Class I Operational Well Permit is outlined, with leachate disposal requiring treatment to a standard that does not impact well integrity. The Sumter County Sheriff's Office Detention Center underwent an unannounced inspection on May 21, 2026, as part of the Florida Model Jail Standards. The inspection team identified no instances of noncompliance, and the facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable standards. [1961 CR 246S, Oxford, FL 34484; case S2021-0007 (Major Special Use Permit), STU28-000061 (Minor Special Use Permit amendment), Case #26-003195 (Code Enforcement)] This document details a legal dispute initiated by Sts Joachim & Anna Orthodox Church, Inc. against the Sumter County Board of County Commissioners. The church is challenging the revocation of its Special Use Permits (S2021-0007 for a place of worship and STU28-000061 for a cemetery) which occurred on April 28, 2026. The church alleges the revocation was unlawful, violating the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, Florida Statutes Chapter 162 code enforcement procedures, and due process. The violations cited by the county included a motorhome used as a residence, a semi-trailer on the property, and trash/debris. The church claims it took steps to correct these issues and that the revocation was not supported by evidence. The county's actions are being contested, with the church seeking relief through a special magistrate. [1961 CR 246S, Oxford, FL 34484; case S2021-0007 and STU25-000061] Sumter County Board of County Commissioners affirmed the revocation of Special Use Permits S2021-0007 (place of worship) and STU25-000061 (cemetery and playground expansion) for Sts. Joachim and Anna Orthodox Church. The revocation was based on substantial violations of permit terms and ordinances, including the presence of a semi-trailer not permitted by zoning, accumulation of trash and debris, and an RV used as a residence. The church is appealing this decision to the Circuit Court, citing violations of the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, conflicts with code enforcement procedures, and lack of substantial evidence. Public comment is not stated in this document. [1961 County Rd 246S, Oxford, FL 34484; case S2021-0007, STU25-000061] Sts. Joachim & Anna Orthodox Church, located at 1961 County Rd 246S, Oxford, FL 34484, is involved in a process concerning the revocation of its Special Use Permit S2021-0007. The permit was initially approved on December 14, 2021, for a 60-seat place of worship and later amended under STU25-000061 to include a cemetery and playground. The county issued a Notice of Intent to Revoke on April 10, 2026, citing violations including an RV used as a residence, a semi-trailer used as a storage building, and accumulation of trash and debris. The church requested a revocation hearing, which was initially scheduled for April 14, 2026, but was later rescheduled to April 28, 2026, due to an error in the case number cited in the notice. The church has submitted documentation addressing the violations. The Board of County Commissioners is the approval authority. [7223 SW 55th Street, Bushnell, Florida; case 8:26-bk-01144-RCT (Bankruptcy Case); CE2020-0421 (Code Enforcement Case); 2022-CA-000280 (Lawsuit Case)] This document is a Proof of Claim filed in a bankruptcy case (Case No. 8:26-bk-01144-RCT) by Sumter County Board of Commissions against Skytop Ranch, LLC. The claim is based on twofold code violations: motocross activity in violation of the land development code and construction of an agricultural barn with 'bulk house accommodations' requiring permits and inspections. A settlement agreement dated April 15, 2025, stipulated damages of $44,212.87 plus attorney fees and costs. The debtor failed to make payments, leading to a Motion to Enforce Settlement Agreement. The total claim amount as of the petition date (February 13, 2026) is $45,587.87, consisting of $44,212.87 from the settlement and $1,375.00 in post-settlement attorney fees and costs. Post-petition attorney fees are estimated at $7,500. The property involved is located at 7223 SW 55th Street, Bushnell, Florida, with Parcel IDs M22F009, M22-027, and M22F017. The property is zoned Rural Residential Districts (RR1 and RR5). The violations include operating an unpermitted motocross track and constructing an agricultural barn without proper permits. [case 8:26-bk-01144-RCT] Sumter County Board of County Commissioners is seeking to enforce a settlement agreement with Skytop LLC regarding code enforcement violations and operation of a motocross track on the Property. Skytop LLC allegedly breached the agreement by failing to pay Fees and Costs. The County seeks a final judgment to permanently enjoin Skytop LLC from operating the motocross track and to recover Fees and Costs, plus attorney's fees incurred in filing this motion. The settlement agreement was executed by representatives of Skytop and the County, establishing terms to resolve the matter, including dismissal of the case within five business days, release of the code enforcement lien, adherence to a temporary injunction to stop motocross activity, and resolution of code violations. This document is a payment register from the Sumter Board of Commissioners, detailing various payments made to vendors. It does not contain information about specific development projects, zoning changes, or public comments related to new construction or contracting opportunities. This document is a payment register for the Sumter Board of Commissioners, detailing various payments made to vendors for services and goods. It does not contain information about new construction projects, zoning changes, or development applications. The payments are for a wide range of items including utilities, maintenance, supplies, software, and professional services. No specific project details, addresses, or development plans are mentioned. This document is a register of checks and notices of default (NOD) for the Sumter Board of Commissioners. It lists numerous individuals with associated case numbers (e.g., 123884, 123885) and monetary amounts, but does not specify the nature of the work, project details, addresses, zoning changes, or decisions. The data appears to be a payroll or financial disbursement record rather than a record of development projects or permits. [20.07 Acres MOL; case LU26-000010, ZON26-000010] This document details a Sumter County Board of County Commissioners meeting held on May 26, 2026. The primary development-related item was a public hearing for a small-scale future land use change (LU26-000010) and a related zoning change (ZON26-000010) for a 20.07-acre parcel owned by Holcomb. The applicant sought to change the land use from Agriculture to Rural Residential and the zoning from General Agriculture (minimum 10 acres) and Rural Residential (minimum 5 acres) to Rural Residential (minimum 1 acre). The stated purpose was to prepare for a lot split. The Planning and Zoning Special Master and Staff recommended approval for both. However, during the public hearing, Commissioner Butterfield moved to deny the land use change, citing concerns about urban sprawl and the lack of planned centralized water or sewer services in the rural area, which is outside the Urban Development Boundary. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Coon and carried unanimously (4-0). Consequently, the zoning request (ZON26-000010) was deemed no longer valid due to the denial of the land use change. The meeting also included various reports, contract agreements, and financial matters, including a change order for the C 44A and CR 213 Sidewalk Project with Garcia Civil Contractors LLC and an extension for GSB Construction & Development, Inc. for On-Call General Contractor services. Several board and committee vacancies were noted with no applicants. Crystal Martin resigned from the Sumter County Affordable Housing Advisory Committee due to a change in meeting location from The Villages of St. John's to Summerville, Florida, which is no longer accessible by golf cart, her only mode of transportation. Sumter County is seeking to fill three vacancies on the Construction Industry Licensing/Fire Code Board of Appeals. The board evaluates and approves/disapproves contractors for local licensing, acts as a hearing board for complaints, and addresses unlicensed contractor activity. Vacancies are for Architect, Fire Protection Contracting, and General Contractor positions, each with terms from 11/15/2025 to 11/15/2028. Sumter County is seeking to fill one vacancy on the Industrial Development Authority. The authority acts as a 'Clearinghouse' for Industrial Revenue Bonds. The vacant seat (Seat 2) has a term from 7/10/2025 to 7/10/2029. Sumter County is seeking to fill two vacancies on the Library Technology Advisory Board (LTAB). The LTAB formulates recommendations for improving technology services for the library system. The vacant positions are for At-Large Members with terms from 10/1/2025 to 9/30/2027. Sumter County is seeking to fill six vacancies on the Public Safety Coordinating Council. This council assesses detention facility populations, formulates recommendations for facility capabilities, and reviews pretrial intervention, probation, work-release, substance abuse, and mental health programs. Several positions have 4-year terms from 11/22/2024 to 11/22/2028, including DCF Mental Health Representative, Consumer of Mental Health Services, Consumer of Community-Based Treatment Services, Consumer of Substance Abuse Services, Family Member of Consumer of Treatment Services, and Director of Detention Facility of Juvenile Justice. Sumter County is seeking to fill two vacancies on the Tourist Development Council (TDC). The TDC prepares and submits plans for tourist development, including anticipated revenue from a tourist development tax and proposed uses of that revenue. The vacant seats are for an RV/Motel Owner (Seat 8) with a term expiring 11/2028, and an RV/Motel Owner (Seat 9) with a term expiring 11/2030. [case A-16] Sumter County is proposing a budget amendment (A-16) for FY 2025/2026. The amendment includes an increase of $159,203 for the General Fund (001) to cover anticipated increases in hours for closing code enforcement lien foreclosure cases. It also includes an increase of $197,215 for the SHIP Program 2025-2026 (Fund 121) to recognize increased revenue for the SHIP program. [Various locations around the county] Sumter County Board of County Commissioners approved a $50,000 increase to Purchase Order No. 9127645 for Morrison Property Service for tree work services in various locations around the county. The total revised purchase order amount is $275,000.00. The meeting was on June 9, 2026. Sumter County Board of County Commissioners approved a $372,390 increase to Purchase Order No. 9127677 for Hogan Law Firm for continuing legal services. The total revised purchase order amount is $714,939.00. The meeting was on June 9, 2026. Sumter County Board of County Commissioners reviewed and recommended for approval a list of open purchase requisitions totaling $668,262.31. Key items include a $399,999.99 lease for Stryker Medical Equipment, a $25,272.32 renewal for NEOGOV/PowerDMS Software, a $67,990.00 task order for traffic signal controller upgrades with Infrastructure Consulting & EN, and a $175,000.00 contract for pavement marking and striping services with LOT LINES STRIPING. The meeting was on June 9, 2026. Sumter County Board of County Commissioners approved the disposal, surplus, and transfer of various county properties. Items include a Chevy C2500, Dual Air Cylinder Roller, HP Printer, Printer, Projector WXGA, Latitude 5410 XCTO, Latitude 5510, M11 Autoclave, Byonic Blade 6’ Primary Seeder. The meeting was on June 9, 2026. [Central Parkway, Sumterville, FL 33585] Sumter County Board of County Commissioners is considering a Purchase and Sale Agreement with 470 Land, LLC for approximately 5.03 acres (MOL) of land, identified as parcel J12-029, located on the western portion of Central Parkway for stormwater management. The appraised value is $789,000, with a counteroffer from the owner of $2,500,000. The county is considering options ranging from $712,508.10 to $2,500,000. The meeting was on June 9, 2026. The property is zoned CR-Commercial Rural. [Intersection of United States Highway 301 and County Road 470, Sumterville, FL] This document is an appraisal report for a 5.57-acre parcel of land located at the intersection of US Highway 301 and County Road 470 in Sumterville, Florida. The property is zoned CR - Regional Commercial. The appraisal was conducted for acquisition due diligence by Sumter County. The report analyzes the site, neighborhood, market, and highest and best use, concluding that the highest and best use for the vacant land is commercial development. The estimated market value of the land as of April 28, 2026, is $789,000. The report details comparable land sales and market data for the The Villages, FL retail market, noting strong occupancy rates and rising rents. No specific development project is detailed, but the location is identified as a strategic hub with significant growth potential due to proximity to The Villages and major transportation corridors. [2741 Lake Ella Road] Sale of a 17.9-acre commercial site located at 2741 Lake Ella Road, Fruitland Park, FL. The property is zoned HC (Heavy Commercial) and was sold in April 2025 for $4,000,000, equating to $5.13 per square foot. The buyer is Lcdp 2 Lie. [SW Corner of S US 301 and E CR 470] Sale of a 10.12-acre site at the SW Corner of S US 301 and E CR 470, Sumterville, FL. Zoned CH (Heavy Commercial), the site was sold in January 2024 for $2,350,000 ($5.33/sf) for development of a 7-Eleven with gas pumps and future outparcels. The buyer is Sered Sumterville, LLC. [251 E Myers Boulevard] Sale of 6.58 acres of commercial land at 251 E Myers Boulevard, Mascotte, FL. Zoned CG, the site was purchased in April 2023 for $945,500 ($3.30/sf) for the development of a 7-Eleven convenience store. The buyer is 42044 Mascotte, FL, LLC. [NE Corner of US 301 and CR 470] Sale of an 18.24-acre parcel at the NE Corner of US 301 and CR 470, Sumterville, FL. Zoned CR (Commercial Rural), the property was purchased by Sumter County in January 2023 for $2,000,000 ($2.52/sf) to build a 32,411 sq ft multi-use facility (library, tax collector, clerk of court, boardroom) slated for completion in April 2026. [SR 44] Sale of 1.52 acres of commercial land on SR 44, east of CR 219, Wildwood, FL. Zoned CL, the property sold in May 2022 for $429,000 ($6.48/sf). The buyer is Raldo Vargas. [CR 101 at Woodridge Drive] Sumter County is entering into an Interlocal Service Agreement with Village Community Development District No. 3 (VCDD #3) for the placement and maintenance of two LED stop signs at the intersection of CR 101 and Woodridge Drive. VCDD #3 will compensate the County for the equipment, installation, and maintenance. The agreement term is ten years, commencing July 1, 2026. [Sumterville, Rutland, and Wilson’s Corner Towers] Amendment #1 to the Sumter Communications, Inc. Agreement for tower site licenses at Sumterville, Rutland, and Wilson’s Corner. The amendment increases the monthly license fees for the Rutland Tower to $6,746.34 and the Wilson’s Corner Tower to $4,904.99, effective June 9, 2026, due to equipment changes for the Sumter County Public Safety Radio System. The original agreement was dated March 27, 2012, with a termination date of March 31, 2032. [7375 Powell Road, Wildwood, Florida 34785; case RFP 020-0-2024/JB] Sumter County Board of County Commissioners approved an extension and amendment to the pest control services agreement with Atkinson Pest Control, Inc. The extension is for one year, and the amendment adds the Gloria Rowe Hayward Service Center, Training/Shelter Facility, Recovery Building, Sheriff’s Department Classroom, and Shoot House to the services covered. The original agreement was approved on July 23, 2024. [7375 Powell Road, Wildwood, Florida 34785; case RFQ 016-0-2024/RS] Sumter County Board of County Commissioners approved an extension to the agreement for continuing planning services with WGI, Inc. The extension is through June 24, 2027. The original agreement was approved on June 25, 2024. [7375 Powell Road, Wildwood, Florida 34785; case RFP 026-0-2023/JV] Sumter County Board of County Commissioners approved an extension to the on-call painting services agreement with Sumter Painting and Solutions, LLC. The extension is through July 10, 2027. The original agreement was approved on July 11, 2023. [C 466 and C 466A; case RFQ 033 -0-2023/RS] Sumter County Board of County Commissioners approved Task Order 11 with Infrastructure Consulting and Engineering (ICE) for traffic signal controller upgrades. This involves installing new traffic signal controller equipment along C 466 and C 466A, database migration, and installing an intelligent lock and key system for traffic signals. Phase 1 includes 7 intersections on C 466, and Phase 2 includes 4 intersections on C 466A. The total cost for the task order is $164,509.78 ($67,990.00 for labor and $96,519.78 for materials). The original contract with ICE was approved on December 12, 2023. [5562 S US 301, Bushnell, FL 33513; case 25-021660] Sumter County Board of County Commissioners approved a waiver of fines and release of lien for Quality 1 Service, LLC, related to a code enforcement violation for inoperable vehicles at 5562 S US 301, Bushnell, FL 33513. The property was found in compliance on March 3, 2026. Staff costs of $415.44 were paid. The total lien amount was $715.44, with $415.44 in staff costs and $300.00 in accrued fines ($100.00 per day for 3 days). The waiver is based on the Fines Waiver policy. [5562 S US 301, Bushnell, FL 33513; 7207 CR 763, Bushnell, FL 33513; 6949 County Road 651, Bushnell, FL 33513; case 25-021660; 25-009722; 2007 CF 47] This document details a Release of Lien for a property previously under code enforcement violation. The lien, initially imposed for violations and associated fines/costs, has been satisfied and released. The property owner is Quality I Service LLC. The case involved violations that remained after a compliance deadline. The document also includes details about a separate matter concerning Steven Rolon, where a code enforcement lien was requested to be released after staff costs were paid and the property was brought into compliance. Additionally, it addresses the satisfaction of a Civil Restitution Lien Order for Todd Stephen Hall, where the full amount was paid.