Citrus County public meetings in 2022

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Special Magistrate will hold a code compliance hearing to address old and new cases, including staff updates on abated and continued matters. The agenda is primarily procedural, with no specific case details listed.

• Approval of November 2022 minutes
• Staff update on abated and continued code compliance cases
• Old and new cases listed alphabetically

Value Adjustment Board

The Citrus County Value Adjustment Board will hold a special magistrate hearing on December 22, 2022, to consider 10 property tax petitions. The appeals involve properties including Citrus Hills Sky View Golf Club, Citrus Hills Country Club, Holiday Inn Express in Lecanto and Crystal River, and Port Paradise Hotel.

• Petitions 114, 117, 116, 115, 113, 107 — Citrus Hills Sky View Golf Club
• Petitions 112, 111, 110 — Citrus Hills Country Club
• Petition 123 — HDG Holiday Inn Express Lecanto
• Petition 124 — HDG Holiday Inn Express Crystal River
• Petition 120 — Port Paradise Hotel LLC

Planning and Development Council

The Planning and Development Commission will consider three applications: a PUD for Pigeon-Ardurra/CR 486 LLC and Elizabeth Olsen, a CPA/AA/PUD for Chuck Pigeon/CR 486 LLC, and a CPA/AA/PUD for SKC Homosassa Campground LLC. The meeting includes public comment, approval of minutes, and staff announcements.

• PUD-22-09: Pigeon-Ardurra for CR 486, LLC and Elizabeth Olsen
• CPA/AA/PUD-22-18: Chuck Pigeon for CR 486 LLC
• CPA/AA/PUD-22-17: Law Office of Clark A. Stillwell for SKC Homosassa Campground, LLC

Value Adjustment Board

The Citrus County Value Adjustment Board will hold a special magistrate hearing on December 15, 2022, to consider a single petition (No. 54) filed by Amy Kelley and David Maki. The board is deciding the outcome of this property tax appeal.

• Petition 54 by Amy Kelley and David Maki at 9:30 am
• Special Magistrate Steven Nystrom presiding

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council will hear a presentation on Historic Monkey Island and provide staff with direction. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, a director's report, and public comment periods.

• Presentation on Historic Monkey Island with staff direction
• Approval of November 9 meeting minutes
• Influence Kit and Destination Update reports
• Financial reports review

Value Adjustment Board

The Citrus County Value Adjustment Board will hold a special magistrate hearing to consider two property tax petitions. The first petition, at 9:00 a.m., is from Foxtail Palm Properties LLC. The second petition, at 9:45 a.m., is from Jason M. O'Hara and Crystal Holden.

• 9:00 a.m. — Petition 19 from Foxtail Palm Properties LLC
• 9:45 a.m. — Petition 131 from Jason M. O'Hara and Crystal Holden

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will vote on accepting roadways and drainage facilities in Village Green Unit 1 for county maintenance. Commissioners will also consider land acquisitions for stormwater management, a fuel tank replacement contract at Crystal River Airport, and a resolution for EMS grant funds. Several consent items include plat approvals, surplus property disposal, and lien releases.

• Acceptance of Village Green Unit 1 roadways for perpetual county maintenance
• Land acquisitions for stormwater management from Howard Gustafson and James Lavoie
• Work authorization for Crystal River Airport fuel tanks replacement ($0 mentioned)
• Declaration of two county-owned lots as surplus for affordable housing
• Resolution for 2022-2023 EMS County Grant funds from the State of Florida

The Board approved engineering and a Municipal Service Benefit Unit (MSBU) for road paving and drainage in Inverness Villages IV. Other actions included approving several land acquisitions for stormwater management and an atlas amendment for Amy Barbieri.

• Approved engineering and MSBU for road paving and drainage in Inverness Villages IV (5-0)
• Approved Atlas Amendment AA-22-05 for Amy Barbieri (4-0)
• Approved land acquisitions for stormwater management from Howard Gustafson R. and James & Vicki Lavoie (4-0)
• Approved land donations for stormwater management from the Estate of John Henry Atzberger, Sr. (4-0)
• Approved $31,158.62 retainage release to Hartman Civil Contracting, Inc for Harbor Lights Plant Interconnect (4-0)
• Approved 2022 Transit Asset Management Plan (5-0)
• Approved designation of County Administrator and Management & Budget Director for ARPA LATCF funds (5-0)
• Approved attendance at NACo Legislative Conference in Washington, DC (4-1)

Beverly Hills Advisory Council

The Beverly Hills Advisory Council will hold a regular meeting to consider approving minutes and financial reports, receive updates on trees, medians, public works, parks, and overall maintenance, and discuss new business including filling the Beverly Hills pool between January and July 2022 with county funding, solar street lights, and reserves. The meeting is open to the public.

• Fill in the Beverly Hills pool between January-July FY2023 — county funded
• Solar street lights discussion
• Reserves discussion
• Approval of minutes from November 14, 2022
• Approval of financial reports for December 12, 2022

Citrus Springs Advisory Council

The Citrus Springs Advisory Council will meet to approve minutes and financials, receive reports on streetlights, road maintenance, median beautification, and discuss tree debris on Duffer and Fairway Loop. The meeting is open to the public.

• Review of streetlights and fire hydrants
• Discussion of tree debris on Duffer and Fairway Loop
• Beautification of boulevards and medians
• Grate installation and fountain update
• Roadway maintenance and mowing report

Special Library District Advisory Board

The Citrus County Special Library District Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting on December 6, 2022, at 8:00 AM. The agenda includes approval of the October 18, 2022 meeting minutes, a Director's Report, a Library Public Relations Update, and Branch Updates.

• Approve minutes from the October 18, 2022 Regular Meeting
• Director's Report
• Library Public Relations Update
• Branch Updates

Value Adjustment Board

The board will hold special magistrate hearings on two property tax petitions. The agenda includes only these two items and no other business.

• Petition 15: Crystal River Medical LLC
• Petition 75: Jodi Lisitano, Matthew Lapreay

Planning and Development Council

The Planning and Development Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a conditional use application (CU-21-13) from Natasha Griffin for Esther's School, Inc. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and standard procedural items.

• Public hearing on conditional use application CU-21-13 for Esther's School, Inc.
• Approval of draft minutes from October 20 and November 3, 2022
• Public comment period

Value Adjustment Board

The Citrus County Value Adjustment Board will hold special magistrate hearings on two property-value appeals: one from Ryan Citrus Hills LLC and one from Walmart Stores East LP. A third petition from Race Trac Petroleum Inc. has been withdrawn.

• 9:00 a.m. – Petition 85, SHP V/RYAN CITRUS HILLS LLC
• 10:15 a.m. – Petitions 64, 65, 66, WALMART STORES EAST LP
• 1:00 p.m. – Petitions 81, 82, 83, RACE TRAC PETROLEUM INC (withdrawn prior to hearing)

Board of County Commissioners

The Citrus County Board of County Commissioners will consider a $7.3 million residential road resurfacing contract, approve agreements for fire and EMS dispatch services with the Sheriff's Office, and act on several other contracts, budget transfers, and property releases. The agenda also includes a proclamation for Diabetes Awareness Month and a non-performance assessment against CoreCivic.

• ITB 22-119 Residential Road Resurfacing Project FY 2022/2023 with Superior Asphalt, Inc. for $7,300,000
• Memorandum of Understanding with Citrus County Sheriff's Office for fire dispatch services (Oct 1, 2022 – Sep 30, 2023)
• Memorandum of Understanding with Citrus County Sheriff's Office for EMS dispatch services (Oct 1, 2022 – Sep 30, 2023)
• Non-performance assessment of $116,250 against CoreCivic for October 2022
• Release of retainage for Anderson Columbia, Inc. totaling $102,288.08 for three road projects

The Board approved several land development plats and ordinances, including a new PUD for David Lemonde and Brandi McCabe. They also authorized a $7.3M budget for residential road resurfacing and approved a non-performance assessment of $116,250 against CoreCivic. A request for a PUD by Local Engineering, Inc. for Bret Martin was denied.

• Approved $7.3M residential roadway-resurfacing budget (5-0)
• Approved $116,250 non-performance assessment against CoreCivic (5-0)
• Directed staff to explore moving from SWFWMD to SRWMD (5-0)
• Denied PUD-22-04 application for Bret Martin (5-0)
• Approved PUD-22-05 for David Lemonde and Brandi McCabe (5-0)
• Approved AA-22-04 and PLT-22-24 for Joseph and Heather Flynn (5-0)
• Denied CPA/AA/PUD-22-11 for Soffron Holdings, LLC (1-4)
• Approved 5-year operating agreement for Withlapopka Community Center (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a reorganization of the Board and approve several administrative items. Discussion includes setting the 2023 meeting schedule, establishing commissioner mileage rates, and authorizing bank signature cards.

• Re-organization of the Board to select Chair, First Vice Chair, and Second Vice Chair
• Approval of 2023 BOCC meeting dates and the official Board Seal
• Setting Commissioner mileage reimbursement at .445 cents per mile
• Authorization of new bank signature cards for Truist Bank, TD Bank, and Hancock Whitney Bank
• Proclamation of November as National Adoption Month

The Board of County Commissioners elected its new leadership and swore in two commissioners. The board approved several administrative items, including bank signature updates, mileage rates, and a vehicle purchase for the County Administrator.

• Elected Ruthie Schlabach as Chair (5-0)
• Elected Holly Davis as First Vice Chair (5-0)
• Elected Rebecca Bays as Second Vice Chair (5-0)
• Authorized new bank signature cards for Truist Bank, TD Bank, and Hancock Whitney Bank (5-0)
• Approved 2023 meeting dates (with Jan 10 and May 9 to be rescheduled) and the official Board Seal (3-0)
• Set Commissioner mileage reimbursement at .445 cents per mile (5-0)
• Authorized Chairman to execute Credit Application for Accounts Payable vendors (5-0)
• Approved purchase of a new county vehicle for County Administrator Steven Howard (5-0)

Planning and Development Council

The Planning and Development Commission will meet to review several land use applications. These include requests for conditional uses and a comprehensive plan amendment/zoning change.

• CU-22-12: Coastal Design Consultants for Bingham Development, LLC
• CPA/AA/PUD-22-14: Dr. Michael Wilburn for Michael Carpenter
• CU-22-13: Clark A. Stillwell for Citrus 44 Land Trust, LLC and Tibbetts Lumber Co.

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Citrus County Special Magistrate will hold a code compliance hearing on November 16, 2022, at 9:00 AM. The agenda includes a call to order, pledge, approval of minutes, staff updates on abated and continued cases, and consideration of old and new cases listed alphabetically. No specific case details, dollar amounts, or street names are provided in the agenda text.

• Staff updates on abated and continued code compliance cases
• Old and new code compliance cases to be heard

General

The Beverly Hills Advisory Council will meet to approve minutes and financial reports for the Beverly Hills MSBU, receive committee updates on trees/mowing, medians, public works, and parks, and discuss a streetlight request at 34 S. Lee St. and Rose Avenue. The meeting is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Streetlight request at 34 S. Lee St. and Rose Avenue
• Approval of minutes from October 10, 2022
• Approval of Beverly Hills MSBU financial reports for Period 1
• Committee reports on trees/mowing, medians, public works, and parks/community building
• Announcement of expiration of terms and positions for the Beverly Hills MSBU

Veterans Services Advisory Board

The board received updates on services provided to veterans, including 624 veterans and families served in September/October and 687 in July/August. Members discussed new PACT Act claims for veterans, a Veterans Foundation golf tournament, and a $5,000 donation from the Moose Lodge. The meeting also covered a VA Mental Health Summit and term expirations.

General

The Special Magistrate will hear two petitions at 9:00 a.m.: Petition 56 from AEM Anfang LLC and Petition 59 from Hampton Hills LLC. No other agenda items are listed.

• Petition 56 AEM Anfang LLC
• Petition 59 Hampton Hills LLC

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider a consent agenda with routine items and a regular business agenda with multiple contract awards and budget transfers. Key votes include agreements for medical director services, fire equipment, a landfill compactor lease, and a cloud grant management system. The board will also set a public hearing on criminal background checks for county employees.

• Set public hearing for Nov. 29 on ordinance amending criminal history screening requirements for county employees
• Approve agreement with Carahsoft Technology Corp. for cloud-based grant management program (PB 22-140)
• Approve medical director services agreement with Hernando County Emergency Physicians for EMS (AGR 22-022)
• Approve master equipment lease agreement for a Tana landfill compactor (AGR 22-072)
• Approve budget transfers for multiple departments for FY 2021-22 and FY 2022-23

The Board authorized the acquisition of real property via eminent domain for the CR 491 North widening project. Other key actions included appointing an interim county administrator and approving various service contracts and budget transfers.

• Approved eminent domain for CR 491 North widening project (5-0)
• Appointed Mariselle Rodriguez as Interim County Administrator (5-0)
• Approved $112,500 non-performance assessment against CoreCivic (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 settlement with Gerald H. Cunningham (5-0)
• Approved $90,000 Tana Compactor rental extension (5-0)
• Approved transfer of certificates from Rolling Oaks Utilities to CSWR-Florida Utility Operating Company (5-0)
• Appointed Timothy Gilbert to the Value Adjustment Board (5-0)
• Tabled transfer of Water & Wastewater Board responsibilities to Florida Public Service Commission (5-0)

Planning and Development Council

The Planning and Development Commission will hold a public hearing to review and consider application AA-22-05 by Amy Barbieri. The agenda includes procedural items such as call to order, public comment, and approval of minutes. No other substantive items are listed.

• Public hearing on application AA-22-05 by Amy Barbieri

Value Adjustment Board

The Value Adjustment Board will hold special magistrate hearings to consider three property tax petitions. The board will hear appeals from property owners regarding their property valuations. The meeting includes petitions for Lambrinos William and Cynthia, David Chapman, and Roberts Development Corp and RSJ Real Estate LLC.

• Petition 49: Lambrinos William and Cynthia at 9:00 a.m.
• Petition 76: David Chapman at 9:30 a.m.
• Petitions 67, 68, 69: Roberts Development Corp and RSJ Real Estate LLC at 10:15 a.m.

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Citrus County Value Adjustment Board will hold special magistrate hearings on October 26, 2022, to consider three property tax petitions. One petition has been withdrawn. The board will hear appeals from property owners regarding their property valuations.

• Petition 142: Bryan A Norman at 9:00 a.m.
• Petition 133: Harold A Morton (withdrawn)
• Petition 125: Phillip T Faulkner at 10:00 a.m.
• Petition 128: Carl Davis Locklear at 10:30 a.m.

Planning and Development Council

The Planning and Development Commission will hold a public hearing on application PUD-22-05 by Furman Civil Designs, Inc. for David Lemonde and Brandi McCabe. The agenda also includes call to order, public comment, and approval of minutes.

• PUD-22-05: Furman Civil Designs, Inc. for David Lemonde and Brandi McCabe

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Special Magistrate is convening to hear old and new code compliance cases. The agenda includes staff updates on abated and continued matters.

• Hearings for old and new code compliance cases

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Value Adjustment Board is conducting Special Magistrate hearings for seven property value petitions. These hearings are presided over by Special Magistrate John Robinson.

• Petition 51: Morris Ray A
• Petition 52: Moriconi David
• Petition 53: Kirk Robert, Kirk Cherie
• Petition 63: Carmody Chris, Carmody Vickie
• Petition 74: Nelms Elliott C

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee is meeting to review the Citrus County Incentive Strategies Report and the 2023 quarterly meeting schedule. The body will also consider approving $30,000 in funding for three special needs strategy projects.

• Review and approval of Citrus County Incentive Strategies Report
• Approval of $30,000 for three projects ($10,000 each) for Special Needs Strategy Proposal
• Approval of AHAC 2023 Quarterly Meeting Schedule
• Review of Housing Division 3rd Quarter updates and stats

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the employment agreement for Steve Howard as County Administrator. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure contracts and discussing the potential for a Juneteenth holiday.

• Public hearing on publishing notices electronically on the Clerk's website
• Lease agreement with Cayla’s Coats, Inc. for life jacket stations at $1.00 per location per year
• Public hearing set for Nov 29, 2022, regarding the Uniform Method of Collecting Non-Ad Valorem Assessments
• Contract with Aqua Triangle I Corporation for Bicentennial Park Pool chemicals and equipment
• Confirmation of Erin Dohren as Management and Budget Director

Aviation Advisory Board

The Aviation Advisory Board will meet to discuss airport operations and project statuses. The agenda includes updates on hangers, the Board of County Commissioners, and tower status.

• Approval of 8-11-2022 draft meeting minutes
• Hanger discussion
• Board of County Commissioner update
• Tower updates
• Project status reports from Engineering Project Manager Quincy Wylupek

Value Adjustment Board

The Value Adjustment Board is conducting hearings presided over by Special Magistrate Joseph Haynes Davis. The body is reviewing seven specific property value petitions.

• Petition 14: Sansoni Daniel
• Petition 10: Mishael David
• Petitions 16 and 17: Barnes Andrew M and Barnes Stacey R
• Petition 18: Thomas Diana Jill
• Petition 19: Foxtail Palm Properties LLC

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council is meeting to review updates from Sportsman's Adventures and Hayworth Public Relations. The body will also discuss 2023 meeting dates, grant programs, and financial reports.

• Presentation by Sportsman's Adventures w/ Capt. Rick Murphy
• Update from Hayworth Public Relations
• Establishment of 2023 TDC Meeting Dates
• Review of Grant Programs
• TDC Financial Reports

Beverly Hills Advisory Council

The council will meet to approve previous minutes and financial reports. Members will provide special reports on trees, mowing, medians, public works, parks, and overall maintenance.

• Approval of September 12, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of October 10, 2022 financial reports
• Special report on Trees and Mowing by Lynn Bechdolt
• Special report on Medians by Richard G. Fontaine
• Special report on Public Works by Jim Barrows

Water & Wastewater Authority

The Water & Wastewater Authority is meeting to consider price index and pass-through applications for two utility companies and a staff-assisted rate case for another. The body will also review a request to transfer a certificate from Rolling Oaks Utilities to Central States Water Resources, Inc.

• Tarawood Utilities, LLC 2022 Price Index and Pass-Through Applications
• Citrus Water Works, Inc. 2022 Staff Assisted Rate Case
• Rolling Oaks Utilities 2022 Price Index and Pass-Through Applications
• Transfer of Rolling Oaks Utilities certificate to Central States Water Resources, Inc.

Planning and Development Council

The Planning and Development Commission is meeting to consider several applications for comprehensive plan amendments, area approvals, and conditional uses. The body will review requests from various applicants including Nicholas Bloom, Esther’s School, Inc., and Soffron Holdings, LLC.

• CPA/AA/PUD-22-08: Application for Nicholas Bloom
• CU-21-13: Application for Esther’s School, Inc.
• CPA/AA/PUD-22-11: Application for Soffron Holdings, LLC
• AA-22-04: Application for Joseph and Heather Flynn

Citrus Springs Advisory Council

The Citrus Springs Advisory Council will meet to approve previous minutes and financial reports. Members will provide updates on streetlights, fire hydrants, road resurfacing, and beautification efforts.

• Review of streetlights and fire hydrants
• Discussion on road resurfacing
• Beautification of boulevards, medians, and flowers
• Grate installation and fountain updates
• Roadway maintenance and mowing

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss a non-ad valorem special assessment for enhanced Medicaid payments. The body is also reviewing various infrastructure contracts, budget transfers, and housing voucher increases.

• Public hearing for non-ad valorem special assessments for enhanced Medicaid payments
• 10% increase for Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher and 20% increase for HUD VASH Voucher payment standards
• $266,242.00 budget resolution for Citrus County Sheriff’s Office T1 line upgrades to Ethernet
• Contracts with Amici Engineering Contractors LLC for Northwest Quadrant watermain and wastewater extensions
• Waste disposal account agreements with Waste Management Inc. ($50,000 deposit), Beverly Hills Waste Management ($30,000 deposit), and Bentley Waste Service ($1,000 deposit)

General

The Code Review and Appeals Board is meeting to discuss the History Resources Advisory Board. Other agenda items are procedural.

• Review of the History Resources Advisory Board (HRAB)

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Special Magistrate is convening to address old and new code compliance cases. The agenda includes staff updates on abated and continued cases.

• Review of abated and continued cases
• Hearings for old and new code compliance cases

Planning and Development Council

The Planning and Development Commission will consider two development applications. The body will also hold workshops regarding the Cardinal Street and SR-44 Interchange Management Areas.

• Application V-22-13 Daniel Melone
• Application PUD-22-04 Local Engineering, Inc. for Bret Martin
• Workshop on draft for Cardinal Street Interchange Management Area (OA-22-04)
• Comprehensive Plan application for SR-44 Interchange Management Area (CPA/AA/PUD-22-10)

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council is meeting to review financial reports and destination updates. The agenda includes a presentation regarding the Port Citrus Aquaculture Business Incubator and a report on Crystal Riverwalk funding.

• Presentation on Port Citrus Aquaculture Business Incubator
• Report on Crystal Riverwalk funding
• TDC Destination Update
• TDC Financial Reports

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several contract renewals, budget transfers, and legal settlements. The meeting includes decisions on waste disposal agreements and the purchase of county insurance policies.

• Purchase of combined insurance policies for October 1, 2022 through October 1, 2023 for $846,040
• Award of janitorial services for libraries and community centers to Alpha Building Maintenance Services, Inc. for $91,156 annually
• Work authorization for Crystal River Airport FBO building roof coating with Cardiff Construction LLC for $54,189
• Settlement of Claim #1099031 with Estate of Helen Mae Walker for $225,000 and Claim #819001 with William Lotzvie for $50,000
• Solid Waste Disposal Agreement with Advanced Disposal for imported waste at a rate of $40/ton

Board of County Commissioners

The Beverly Hills Advisory Council is meeting to approve August meeting minutes and Period 11 financial reports. The body will receive special reports regarding trees, mowing, medians, public works, parks, and overall maintenance.

• Approval of August 8, 2022, draft meeting minutes
• Approval of Period 11 Financial Reports
• Special report on Trees and Mowing
• Special report on Medians
• Special reports on Public Works, Parks/Community Building, and Overall Maintenance

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss and set the tentative budget and millage rates for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. The proposed budget of $390,911,484 represents a 1.9% decrease from the previous year. A final budget hearing is scheduled for September 27, 2022.

• Proposed tentative aggregate millage rate of 8.1907 mills, a 13.64% increase over the rolled-back rate
• Proposed tentative budget of $390,911,484
• CR491 Widening Project funding across multiple funds including $2,000,000 from the 5 Year Road Program
• Landfill Expansion expenditure of $11,980,428
• Courthouse Generator capital improvement project costing $500,000

Veterans Services Advisory Board

The Veterans Services Advisory Board is meeting to review service statistics and updates on veteran benefits. The board is discussing the impact of the PACT Act and efforts to secure a DEERS terminal in Crystal River.

• Report of 687 veterans and families served in July and August
• Discussion of PACT Act benefits for Vietnam and Gulf War Veterans
• Efforts to obtain a DEERS terminal at the Crystal River National Guard facility
• Update on FDVA State nursing homes at 75% occupancy
• Veterans Foundation Golf Tourney scheduled for September 10

Citrus Springs Advisory Council

The Citrus Springs Advisory Council will meet to approve the August 3, 2022, meeting minutes and review financial reports. The body will also receive reports on local infrastructure, including streetlights, road resurfacing, and landscaping.

• Review of Citrus Springs Advisory Council Financials for 9-7-2022
• Approval of August 3, 2022, draft minutes
• Reports on streetlights, fire hydrants, and road resurfacing
• Reports on boulevard beautification and fountain grate installation
• Reports on roadway maintenance and mowing

Planning and Development Council

The Planning and Development Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a conditional use request to expand a mini warehouse site. The proposal seeks to amend an existing special exception for RV and boat storage.

• CU-22-11: Public hearing for Antonino Poma for Al Ryan to expand a mini warehouse site for RV/boat storage on W. Parkville St.

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Code Compliance Special Master is conducting hearings to address various local ordinance violations. The body will review old and new cases involving property maintenance and land development standards.

• Case 2166570: Grass and weeds exceeding 18 inches at 89 S Scarboro Ave
• Case 2166672: Inoperable vehicles at 89 S Scarboro Ave
• Case 2166671: Accumulation of junk and debris at 89 S Scarboro Ave
• Case 2162402: Construction of a structure without a permit at 6630 S Merleing Loop
• Case 2164933: Junk and debris at 4535 N Remington Ter

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee is meeting to review and score rental development applications for a $340,000 local government contribution. The body will also discuss the administration of water assistance grants and provide updates on housing and septic programs.

• Review and scoring of rental development applications for a $340,000 contribution
• Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) award of $465,087
• State Housing Initiative Partnership Program (SHIP) 2022/2023 allocation of $1,499,257
• SHIP Special Needs NOFA of $30,000
• Nitrogen Septic Upgrade program updates with $99,627 in 2nd Quarter 2022 expenditures

Aviation Advisory Board

The Aviation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss ongoing maintenance and infrastructure projects at the Inverness and Crystal River airports. The board will review project status reports and old business regarding hangar repairs and land lease pricing.

• Interlocal Agreement between City of Inverness and Citrus County on airport zoning regulations
• CGC Runway Extension project status
• CGC T-Hangars Phase 11 project status
• INF Taxiway A-1 Relocation Project
• INF Taxiways B and C and Aprons Rehab at North End

Tourist Development Council

The Council will discuss a proposed three-tier bag limit for scallops to improve long-term sustainability. Members will also review a proposal for a $10 scallop stamp to fund research and enforcement.

• Proposed tiered scallop bag limits: 1 gallon/person in July, 2 in August, and 3 in September
• Proposed $10 scallop stamp for saltwater fishing licenses
• Review of July 13, 2022 meeting minutes
• Updates on City of Inverness and City of Crystal River activities

Value Adjustment Board

The board is establishing its organizational structure for the 2022 tax year. This includes selecting leadership, appointing special magistrates to hear property petitions, and ratifying legal counsel.

• Ratification of resolution 2022-001 imposing a $15 filing fee for 2022 petitions
• Appointment of special magistrates for real estate valuation, tangible personal property, and exemptions
• Approval of $2,160.00 payment for legal counsel services
• Selection of 2022 Board Chair and Vice-Chair
• Establishment of a tentative hearing schedule from October 12, 2022, through February 2, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider special assessments for a wastewater collection system in the 2022 Sea Otter Project Assessment Area. The meeting also includes several contract approvals for county services and land acquisitions for stormwater management.

• Public hearing for 2022 Sea Otter Project wastewater collection system assessments
• Purchase and sale agreements for stormwater management land in Crystal River, Hernando, Inverness, and Dunnellon
• Construction agreement with OLP RS Partners, LLC for CR 491 North Road Widening Project
• Agreement with Evergreen Solutions, LLC for a comprehensive classification and compensation study
• Replat applications for McGivney, Erwin-Rose, and Sickler subdivisions

Beverly Hills Advisory Council

The council will meet to approve minutes from the July 11, 2022 meeting and review current financial reports. Members will provide special reports on community maintenance, including trees, mowing, medians, and public works.

• Approval of July 11, 2022 draft minutes
• Review of Beverly Hills MSBU financial reports
• Special reports on trees and mowing
• Special reports on medians
• Special reports on parks and community building

Citrus Springs Advisory Council

The Citrus Springs Advisory Council will meet to approve the July 6, 2022, meeting minutes and review current financial reports. The body will also receive updates on local infrastructure, including streetlights, road resurfacing, and fountain repairs.

• Review of Citrus Springs Advisory Council Financials for 8-3-2022
• Approval of July 6, 2022, draft minutes
• Reports on road resurfacing for Deltona Blvd., W. Citrus Springs Blvd., and C39
• Updates on fountain repairs and storm grate installation
• Discussion on streetlight maintenance and new installation requests

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing the proposed budget for fiscal year 2022/2023. The body will discuss setting tentative millage rates and authorizing tax value certifications. The meeting includes a preliminary budget presentation from the Clerk of Court and Comptroller.

• Motion to set tentative millage rates for fiscal year 2022/2023
• Authorization of Certification of Taxable Value (DR420’s) and related tax worksheets
• Proposed millage rate of 8.2672, an increase from the current 7.7623
• Proposed budget for 32 new positions at the Sheriff's Office, including 21 sworn officers
• Discussion of $29 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for water and sewer projects

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to review and discuss the proposed budget and millage for the Citrus County Special Fire Protection District. This is a preliminary hearing for the Fiscal Year 2022/2023 budget.

• Preliminary budget and millage recommendation for the Citrus County Special Fire Protection District (FY 2022/2023)

Governing Body of the Library District of Citrus County

The Governing Board of the Citrus County Special Library District is holding a preliminary budget hearing. The board will review the proposed Fiscal Year 2022/2023 budget and millage rate before recommending them to the Board of County Commissioners for approval.

• Proposed FY 2022/2023 total budget of $4,342,462
• Proposed 2023 millage rate of 0.3147
• Proposed Personnel Services budget of $2,414,990
• Proposed Capital Outlay budget of $369,423
• Proposed Operating Expenditures of $884,488

Planning and Development Council

The Planning and Development Commission will hold public hearings to consider three land-use applications. These include requests for a private school, a boat and RV storage facility, and a residential building variance.

• CU-21-13: Request for a K-12 private school (Esther’s School, Inc) at 3975 W. Grover Cleveland Blvd
• CU-22-04: Request for six covered RV and boat storage structures (Acme Storage) at 8424 S Suncoast Blvd
• V-22-09: Variance request for a single-family dwelling setback at 12138 W Gulf Breeze Ct

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Code Compliance Special Master is holding hearings to address various local ordinance violations. The body will review cases involving unpermitted construction, junk and debris accumulation, and land development code violations.

• Case 2163729: Site development plan violation at 6594 N Anchor Pt
• Case 2165624: Grass and weeds exceeding 18 inches at 9335 N Elliot Way
• Case 2166664: Accumulation of junk and debris at 9335 N Elliot Way
• Case 2162817: Construction without a valid permit at 8123 S Lecanto Hwy
• Case 2164870: Accessory use permit violation at 4600 E Harvard Dr

Veterans Services Advisory Board

The board is meeting to swear in new members and review the number of veterans and families served. Members are discussing VA home loans, pending appeals, and nursing home occupancy.

• Swearing in of Arlena Newson and Bud Osburn
• Report of 624 veterans and families served in Jan-Feb
• Report of 658 veterans and families served in Mar-Apr and 570 in May/June
• Efforts to secure a DEERS/RAPID terminal at the Crystal River National Guard facility
• Update on FDVA State nursing homes operating at 75% occupancy

Aviation Advisory Board

The Aviation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss operational updates and project statuses for the Inverness and CGC airports. The board will review runway extensions, rehabilitation, and hangar lease management.

• CGC Runway Extension and Runway Rehab and Obstacle Removal North of Armory
• INF Taxiways B and C and Aprons Rehab and Taxiway A-1 Relocation
• Proposal to turn over T-Hangar leases to the airport FBOs
• CGC RY 18/36 Marking and Displaced Threshold
• INF FBO Hangar Door Replacement and Parking Lot projects

Tourist Development Council

The Council is reviewing a draft FY 2023 media plan and providing direction to staff. The meeting also includes reports on tourism financials and the upcoming Florida Outdoor Writer's Annual Meeting.

• Draft FY23 Discover Crystal River budget totaling $690,768
• FY23 media plan expenditure of $567,000
• Agency services total of $123,768
• Pass-through services for Gosh PR, Lieb PR, and Threshold totaling $86,000
• Florida Outdoor Writer's Annual Meeting scheduled for September 7-10

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is conducting workshops to review the use of boat launch fee funds and discuss succession planning. The meeting includes a presentation on revenues and expenditures from county boat ramps.

• Discussion of boat launch fee revenues totaling $134,893.80 as of May 2022
• Proposed $65,000 for Hernando Boat Ramp dock repairs
• Proposed $40,000 for Turner Camp Boat Ramp dock repairs
• Review of boat launch fees: $10 daily, $25 annual for residents, and $75 annual for non-residents
• Workshop presentation on succession planning

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss local ordinances and various administrative approvals. Key actions include a public hearing on noise and air pollution regulations and the consideration of two planned unit development (PUD) applications.

• Public hearing on an ordinance pertaining to noise, vibration, and air pollution
• Contract with Citrus County Chamber for the CORE center in the amount of $91,751
• Agreement with AJAX Paving Industries of Florida, LLC for resurfacing N. Forest Ridge Blvd. from CR 486 to W. Lake Beverly Drive
• Public hearings for PUD-22-02 (Sterling Residential, LLC) and CPA/AA/PUD-22-04 (Scott Adams)
• Setting public hearings for August 30, 2022, regarding property abatement, utility availability, and stormwater assessments

Beverly Hills Advisory Council

The council will review financial reports and the minutes from the June 13, 2022, meeting. Members are scheduled to discuss MSBU by-laws and approve the meeting schedule for fiscal year 2022-2023.

• Discussion of MSBU By-Laws
• Approval of FY 2022-2023 Meeting Schedule
• Review of Beverly Hills MSBU financial reports
• Special reports on trees, mowing, medians, public works, and parks

Planning and Development Council

The Planning and Development Commission will hold public hearings for three land use applications. These include a request for a 10,640 square-foot retail store and a zoning amendment for property in Inverness.

• CU-22-08: Conditional Use request for a 10,640 square-foot discount/grocery retail store at 9976 N. Citrus Ave., Crystal River
• AA-22-03: Request to amend LDC Atlas Map from Coastal and Lakes Residential District (CLR) to Low Intensity Coastal and Lakes District (CL) at 9639 E Moccasin Slough Rd, Inverness
• V-22-10: Variance request for a 48-foot setback from the centerline of E. Bradley St. for a single-family dwelling at 374 N Payne Ter, Inverness

Citrus Springs Advisory Council

The council will review financial reports and approve the meeting schedule for fiscal year 2023. The meeting also includes reports on road resurfacing, streetlights, and community beautification.

• Approval of Fiscal Year 2023 meeting schedule
• Review of Citrus Springs Advisory Council Financials for 7-6-2022
• Reports on road resurfacing and streetlight/fire hydrant status
• Reports on boulevard beautification and fountain/grate installation

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to conduct an attorney-client session. The session concerns the case of Kenneth M. Roesch and Anita M. Roesch v. DT Terra Vista, LLC and Citrus County.

• Attorney-client session: Case No. 2019 CA 773 (Kenneth M. Roesch and Anita M. Roesch v. DT Terra Vista, LLC and Citrus County)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners held a workshop featuring a presentation from the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council (TBRPC) regarding resiliency. The session covered regional initiatives, flood risk assessments, and shoreline protection strategies.

• TBRPC submitted a June 2022 application for a Citrus County Vulnerability Assessment via the Resilient Florida Program
• Discussion of a draft Resilient Shorelines Model Ordinance Template for local updates
• Review of the Regional Resilience Action Plan and its top 11 priority actions
• Presentation on the REACH Program's new flood mapping tool for affordable housing
• Overview of emergency management projects including the 2020 Local Mitigation Strategy update

Planning and Development Council

The Planning and Development Commission will hold public hearings to consider a modification to the Meadowcrest Development of Regional Impact Master Plan. The body will also review two variance requests for single-family dwellings in Crystal River.

• PUD-22-03: Proposal to allow attached residential units in Commercial/Business and Office Park areas of the Meadowcrest DRI
• V-22-09: Variance request for a single-family dwelling at 12138 W. Gulf Breeze Ct., Crystal River
• V-21-16: Variance request for a single-family dwelling at 11889 W. Coquina Ct., Crystal River

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Code Compliance Special Master is conducting hearings to address various land development and ordinance violations. The body will review old and new cases involving property maintenance and zoning requirements.

• Hearing for unsafe structures and order to demolish at 3985 N Citrus Ave
• Hearing regarding a homeless encampment at 10432 W Misty Rose St
• Review of junk and debris violations at 3249 E Buffalo Ln and 4822 N Tanglewood Ave
• Hearing for accessory use violations at 13122 W Cornflower Dr and 11327 W Acacia Dr
• Hearing regarding truck parking violations at 989 N Amelia Earhart Pt

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to conduct a workshop regarding Citrus County Solid Waste long-term planning. The session is focused on discussing a strategy plan for waste management.

• Workshop: Citrus County Solid Waste, Long-term Planning

Board of County Commissioners

The Board is reviewing agreements for the Suncoast Parkway 2 project and discussing strategies for affordable and workforce housing. The meeting includes public hearings on floodplain management and the use of surplus property for affordable housing.

• Memorandum of Agreement for Suncoast Parkway 2, Phase 2 property conveyances
• Public hearing on Flood Plain Management Ordinance amendments
• Public hearing on surplus property inventory for affordable housing
• Lease agreement with Citrus County Harvest Inc. for $335.30 per month
• Grant application to FDEP for $400,000 for a vulnerability assessment

Beverly Hills Advisory Council

The Beverly Hills Advisory Council is meeting to approve the draft minutes from May 9, 2022, and review current financial reports. The session includes special reports on local maintenance, including trees, mowing, and medians.

• Approval of draft minutes from the 5/9/2022 meeting
• Review of financial reports for the Beverly Hills MSBU
• Special reports on trees, mowing, medians, and public works
• Discussion of overall maintenance and community building status

Aviation Advisory Board

The Aviation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss ongoing airport maintenance, lease agreements, and infrastructure projects. The board will receive status reports on runway and taxiway rehabilitation and review administrative updates.

• CGC Runway Extension and Runway Rehab/Obstacle Removal
• INF Taxiways B and C and Aprons Rehab and Taxiway A-1 Relocation
• CGC fuel pump delivery rescheduled to June 15
• Review of INF-16, CGC-20, and CGC-2 hangar vacancies
• INF FBO Hangar Door Replacement and Parking Lot projects

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council will review a proposed third-party advertisement policy for the Visitor and Convention Bureau. The body will also receive a research data report and a presentation from Visit Florida.

• Proposed Third Party Advertisement Policy requiring vendors to have a physical presence or conduct business in Citrus County
• Research Data Report on annual research and economic impact
• Visit Florida presentation on state statistics and opportunities

Planning and Development Council

The Planning and Development Commission will hold public hearings to review a land development code amendment and a conditional use request. The body will also consider a planned unit development for residential use.

• OA-22-02: Amendment to Land Development Code Multiple Sections
• CU-22-04: Conditional use request for Acme Storage (Michael Wilburn)
• PUD-22-02: Planned Unit Development for Sterling Residential, LLC to allow single-family and multi-family use exceeding four units per acre in the MDR district

Citrus Springs Advisory Council

The Council will review financial reports and the draft minutes from the May 4, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes reports on streetlights, road resurfacing, and boulevard beautification.

• Review of Citrus Springs Advisory Council Financials for 6-1-2022
• Approval of May 4, 2022 draft minutes
• Report on road resurfacing for N. Oasis Pt. and N. Lyric Dr.
• Report on Deltona Blvd. resurfacing using SCOP funds
• Report on fountain repairs previously approved for not to exceed $35,000

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is conducting a workshop to review a presentation on debt reduction to capital. The session focuses on the county's outstanding debt across the General Fund and Water and Sewer Fund.

• Review of $63.7 million in outstanding General Fund debt
• Review of $60.3 million in outstanding Water and Sewer debt
• Presentation on total outstanding debt of $123.96 million

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing a presentation from the Florida Department of Transportation regarding the Northern Turnpike Extension. The discussion covers project goals, preliminary alternative corridors, and environmental considerations.

• Presentation by FDOT on Northern Turnpike Extension (FPID 449743-2)
• Discussion of preliminary alternative corridors in Citrus County
• Review of environmental considerations including conservation lands and wildlife corridors
• Timeline for public information meetings in first half of 2023
• Timeline for public hearing in first quarter of 2024

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to discuss amendments to the Land Development Code regarding stormwater and waterfront setbacks. The body is also setting public hearings for June 27 to address utility rates and solid waste assessment rolls.

• Public hearing for OA-22-01 regarding Stormwater and Waterfront Setbacks amendments
• Contract with Cardiff Construction LLC for $73,250 to demolish Hernando Historic School rental building
• Proposed $35,075 grant application for the Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authority
• Non-performance assessment of $75,000 against CoreCivic's April payment
• Approval of replat application PLT-21-17 for Robert and Juanita's 'Dollarville' Estates

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Code Compliance Special Master is conducting hearings to address various local ordinance violations. The body will review cases involving junk accumulation, overgrown vegetation, and land development code violations.

• Case 2155852: Junk and debris at 7488 W Cowhide Cove Path
• Case 2162094: Appliances and garbage at 4239 N Citrus Ave
• Case 2158817 & 2158816: Overgrown weeds and junk at 4688 E Bow N Arrow Loop
• Case 2160633, 2160809, & 2160635: Inoperable vehicles and junk at 989 N Amelia Earhart Pt
• Case 2160100: Accessory use permit violation at 5783 W Grovepark Rd

Veterans Services Advisory Board

The board is meeting to swear in new members and review statistics on veterans and families served. Members will discuss VA home loans, the Veterans Village, and pending appeals. The agenda includes updates on nursing home occupancy and efforts to secure a DEERS/RAPED terminal in Crystal River.

• Swearing in of Arlena Newson and Bud Osburn
• Report of 624 veterans and families served Jan-Feb
• Report of 658 veterans and families served Mar-Apr
• Efforts to obtain a DEERS/RAPED terminal at the Crystal River National Guard facility
• Update on FDVA State nursing homes at 75% occupancy

Aviation Advisory Board

The Aviation Advisory Board is meeting to review new and existing land leases and monitor wetland clearing. The board will also receive status reports on runway and taxiway rehabilitation projects at the Inverness and Crystal River airports.

• New land lease for CGC
• Venable post-clearing wetland monitoring
• CGC runway extension and rehab projects
• INF taxiways B & C and apron rehab
• FAA grant application for CGC wetlands wildlife study

Tourist Development Council

The Council is reviewing the draft FY 23 budget and considering several advertising and marketing proposals. This includes a website advertising program and various manatee conservation campaigns.

• Proposed Destination Signals website advertising program via Tempest
• Proposed Native Augmented Reality experience for $186,000
• Proposed zoo activations at $50,000 per location
• Proposed Manatee Capital of the World expansion for $28,500
• Review of Draft FY 23 Budget

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a workshop to discuss airports and infrastructure. The session includes reviews of project summaries, business park details, and FBO hangar information.

• Workshop on Airports & Infrastructure
• Review of Business Park and FBO Hangar documentation
• Review of FAA Forms

Beverly Hills Advisory Council

The Beverly Hills Advisory Council will meet to approve minutes and financial reports. The body will receive special reports on trees, mowing, medians, public works, and parks maintenance.

• Approval of draft minutes from the 4/11/2022 meeting
• Review of Beverly Hills Advisory Council Financials for 5-9-2022
• Special reports on trees, mowing, medians, public works, and parks/community building
• Report on overall maintenance including Forest Ridge Blvd. drainage repairs

Planning and Development Council

The Planning and Development Commission will hold public hearings to consider a land use change for a proposed rehabilitation hospital and a residential building variance. The body will also review revisions to open space standards for a residential subdivision.

• CPA/AA/PUD-22-07: Proposal to rezone 5.1 acres to General Commercial for a 48,000 SF rehabilitation hospital by CR 486, LLC
• V-22-06: Variance request by Robert Londeree for a single-family dwelling setback on N. Seneca Pt.
• CPA-22-01: Proposed revisions regarding open space standards for a residential subdivision
• Public hearing for the ClearSky Rehab Hospital project, estimated to provide over 95 new jobs

Citrus Springs Advisory Council

The council will review financial reports and approve the minutes from the April 6, 2022, meeting. The session includes reports on streetlights, road resurfacing, and boulevard beautification.

• Approval of April 6, 2022 draft minutes
• Review of Citrus Springs Advisory Council financial reports for May 4, 2022
• Reports on streetlights and fire hydrants
• Reports on road resurfacing and roadway maintenance
• Reports on boulevard beautification and fountain grate installation

Water & Wastewater Authority

The Citrus County Water & Wastewater Authority is meeting to elect its Chair and Vice Chair. The body is also considering price index and pass-through revenue adjustments for several water systems managed by Hash Utilities, LLC.

• Proposed revenue increase of $2,245.61 for Forest Hills Water System
• Proposed revenue increase of $968.00 for Lucky Hills Water System
• Proposed revenue increase of $775.37 for Dunnellon Hills Water System
• Proposed revenue increase of $742.64 for Pinewood Water System
• Proposed revenue increases for La Prima, Meadow Wood, and Springhorn Water Systems

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is discussing funding options to address an estimated $123.1 million need for resurfacing 791 miles of county-maintained roads. The workshop examines the impact of different road selection methodologies and potential revenue sources.

• Proposal for a one-cent sales tax estimated to generate $12 to $16 million annually
• Discussion of increasing millage 0.2 mils each year for five years
• Review of FY 2021/2022 Gas Tax budget with $12,361,042 in total revenues
• Comparison of 'Worst to First' vs. 'Road Rating and Density' selection methods
• Reference to a previously approved $6 million residential resurfacing list for FY 2023

Governing Body of the Library District of Citrus County

The Governing Body of the Library District of Citrus County will nominate and appoint five individuals to fill expired terms on the Special Library District Advisory Board. These two-year terms will run through January 31, 2024.

• Appointment of five regular members to the Special Library District Advisory Board

Planning and Development Council

The Planning and Development Commission will hold public hearings to consider changes to the Land Development Code regarding stormwater and waterfront setbacks. The body will also review a request for light manufacturing and building trade assembly at a Crystal River property.

• CU-22-05: Conditional Use request for light manufacturing and building trade assembly at 1965 N. Dunkenfield Ave., Crystal River (Tibbetts Lumber)
• OA-22-01: Proposed amendments to Land Development Code for waterfront setbacks and residential stormwater requirements

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Code Compliance Special Master is conducting hearings to address various local ordinance violations. The body will review cases involving junk accumulation, illegal accessory structures, and right-of-way encroachments.

• Case 278988: Junk and debris accumulation at 6645 S Frankfurter Way
• Case 2144283: Accessory use violation at 8646 W Admiral Byrd Ln
• Case 2160213: Junk and construction debris at 1115 N Country Club Dr
• Case 2153458: Right-of-way encroachment at 7216 N Whippoorwill Ter
• Case 2161294: Inoperable vehicles at 6301 W Beaumont Ln

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee is meeting to review quarterly expenditures for housing programs and approve the SHIP budget. The body will also consider a recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners for project funding.

• Recommendation to BOCC for $396,000 Habitat Not-For-Profit Developer Proposal funding
• Review and approval of the SHIP Budget
• Quarterly report on Section 8 and VASH expenditures totaling $413,762
• Quarterly report on SHIP expenditures totaling $144,538
• Quarterly report on LIHEAP expenditures totaling $261,291

Aviation Advisory Board

The Aviation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss new business including the CGC FBO lease renewal and Sunshine Law training. The board will also review status reports for various infrastructure projects at CGC and INF airports.

• CGC FBO Lease Renewal
• FAA BIL Funding applications for both airports and INF FBO
• CGC Runway Rehab and Obstacle Removal North of Armory
• INF Taxiways B and C and Aprons Rehab at North End
• Letter of support for Withlacoochee Tech. College grant request

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council is reviewing marketing updates from Madden Media and a draft of the visitor guide. The body is also considering a recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners for travel and registration for two participants to attend an event in Frankfurt, Germany.

• Proposed $9,500 registration and travel for 2 participants to Brand USA Annual Travel Week UK & Europe 2022
• Review of visitor guide draft
• Presentation from Madden Media on marketing campaigns and Voyage platform data
• Information on CCA STAR Tournament Marketing contract with costs of $10,000 for 2022 and 2023, and $15,000 for 2024

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several infrastructure contracts, property dispositions, and budget transfers. The meeting includes setting public hearings for towing fees and Beverly Hills MSBU rates.

• Gulf Consortium Subrecipient Agreement for NW Quad Sewer Force Main in the amount of $5,945,000
• Declaration of four fire stations as surplus property to be sold to fund the animal shelter
• Agreement with TOCOI Engineering, LLC for the design of a new County Animal Shelter facility
• Public hearing set for April 26, 2022, regarding maximum fees for towing
• Public hearing set for May 10, 2022, regarding Beverly Hills Municipal Service Benefit Unit rates

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss and receive a presentation on a communications strategy. No budget impact is listed for this item.

• Discussion and presentation on Communications Strategy

Beverly Hills Advisory Council

The Council will meet to approve the draft minutes from March 14, 2022, and review financial reports. The agenda includes special reports on local maintenance, including trees, medians, and public works.

• Approval of draft minutes from 3/14/2022 meeting
• Review of Beverly Hills Advisory Council Financials for 4-11-2022
• Special reports on trees and mowing, medians, public works, and parks/community building
• Report on overall maintenance

Planning and Development Council

The Planning and Development Commission will hold public hearings to consider two land-use applications. These include a request to expand an existing storage facility and a proposal for a new development featuring covered storage and a telecommunications tower.

• Public hearing for CU-22-02: amendment for additional mini warehouse buildings and a billboard at 1924 E Norvell Bryant Hwy
• Public hearing for CPA/AA/PUD-22-05: request for covered storage and a telecommunications tower at 10027 E Gulf to Lake Hwy
• Proposed map amendment for 10027 E Gulf to Lake Hwy from Coastal and Lakes Residential to Coastal and Lakes Commercial District

Citrus Springs Advisory Council

The council will review financial reports and the draft minutes from the March 2, 2022, meeting. Members will receive reports on streetlights, road resurfacing, and community beautification.

• Review of Citrus Springs Advisory Council Financials for 4-6-2022
• Approval of March 2, 2022, draft minutes
• Reports on streetlights, fire hydrants, and road resurfacing
• Reports on boulevard beautification and fountain grate installation
• Reports on roadway maintenance and mowing

Special Library District Advisory Board

The Special Library District Advisory Board will meet to discuss a challenge and request for reconsideration regarding a Pride Month book display. The board is also scheduled to approve minutes from its December 9, 2021, meeting.

• Pride Month Book Display Request for Reconsideration
• Approval of December 9, 2021, meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a workshop to discuss infrastructure and growth, specifically focusing on roads, bridges, and the Capital Improvement Plan. Staff presented funding options and cost estimates for critical infrastructure repairs and maintenance.

• Estimated $123.1 million cost to resurface 791 miles of county-maintained roads
• Estimated $38.4 million cost to modify 192 sections of guardrail to current standards
• Projected $4.4 million cost for a 3-mile shoulder maintenance plan on Ozello Rd
• Estimated $23.4 million in future reconstruction costs due to 2021 rainfall flooding 45 miles of roads
• Funding options discussed: increasing millage, special assessments, or a Local Option Sales Tax

Governing Body of the Library District of Citrus County

The Governing Body of the Library District of Citrus County is meeting to adopt a resolution changing the structure of its Advisory Board. The proposed changes affect appointment terms, meeting frequency, and the removal of a lifetime appointment.

• Resolution to change Advisory Board appointment terms to two years
• Resolution to change Advisory Board meeting frequency to at least once every other month
• Resolution to rescind the lifetime appointment of Joseph Bowler
• Delegation of authority to announce Advisory Board vacancies to the Citrus County Board of County Commissioners

Planning and Development Council

The Planning and Development Commission will hold public hearings to review a variance request for a single-family home setback and proposed amendments to the Land Development Code. The proposed code changes involve modifying waterfront setbacks, stormwater management, and floodplain protection standards.

• V-21-19: Variance request by Brenda McKenzie for GSP Holdings LLC for a 46-foot waterfront setback
• OA-22-01: Proposed amendments to Land Development Code regarding stormwater and waterfront setbacks
• Proposed change to minimum structure setbacks to 35 feet from mean high-water or jurisdictional wetland lines
• Proposed 100-foot minimum setback for structures near springs, spring runs, and sinkholes open to the aquifer
• Proposed requirement for stormwater management system review prior to residential construction permits

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Code Compliance Special Master is conducting hearings to address various local ordinance violations. The body will review old and new cases involving junk accumulation, inoperable vehicles, and land development code violations.

• Case 2155852: Junk and debris at 7488 W Cowhide Cove Path
• Case 2144283: Accessory use violation at 8646 W Admiral Byrd Ln
• Case 2156465: Junk and debris at 3426 N Holiday Dr
• Case 2157083: Inoperable vehicles at 6605 N Marylois Pt
• Case 2154483: Accessory use violation at 2453 N Junglecamp Rd

Beverly Hills Advisory Council

The council will meet to approve minutes from the February 14, 2022 meeting and review current financial reports. Members will provide special reports on public works, medians, parks, and overall community maintenance.

• Approval of February 14, 2022 draft minutes
• Review of financial reports for the Beverly Hills MSBU
• Special reports on trees, mowing, and medians
• Special reports on Public Works and the Community Building
• Discussion of overall maintenance

Veterans Services Advisory Board

The board will meet to discuss updates from the Veterans Service Officer and review old business regarding the Veterans Village. The meeting includes the swearing-in of Arlean Newson and Bud Osborn.

• Swearing in of Arlean Newson and Bud Osborn
• Report of 624 veterans and families served between January and February
• Discussion on VA Home Loans with Diane Perkins and Dawn Pagan
• Update on Veterans Village
• Review of 22,796 Florida veterans with appeals in process as of February 2022

Aviation Advisory Board

The Aviation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss capital improvement projects and tower updates for local airports. The board will review recent Board of County Commissioners actions regarding hangar leases and grant applications for the Inverness Airport.

• Review of Aviation Capital Improvement Projects (CIP)
• Discussion of FAA Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) Grant for Inverness Airport
• Acceptance of a 35' x 54' metal airport hangar from Dan G. Montgomery at Inverness Airport (KINF)
• Status report on CGC Runway Rehab and Obstacle Removal North of Armory
• Status report on INF Taxiways B and C and Apron Rehab

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council is meeting to review and provide direction on several collateral and special events grant applications. The body will also receive destination and financial updates from the Tourism Director.

• Collateral Grant application for Comedy Series at Valerie Theatre
• Collateral Grant application for Jason Petty concert at Valerie Theatre
• Events Grant application for CCEF Dragon Boat Festival
• Events Grant application for Homosassa Arts, Crafts & Seafood Festival
• Events Grant applications for Floral City Strawberry Festival and Florida Manatee Festival

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a workshop featuring a presentation and discussion regarding affordable housing and accessory dwelling units. The meeting includes a review of a Florida Housing Coalition guidebook on housing financing and income eligibility.

• Workshop on Attainable Housing and Accessory Dwelling Units

Governing Body of the Library District of Citrus County

The Governing Body of the Library District of Citrus County is discussing changes to Resolution 86-54. The board will direct staff on revisions regarding how members are appointed and the frequency of advisory board meetings.

• Proposed reduction of advisory board appointment terms to two years
• Proposed change of meeting frequency to once every other month
• Proposed removal of the lifetime appointment of Joseph Bowler
• Discussion on whether the Special Library District or Board of County Commissioners appoints members

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to conduct an attorney-client session. The session concerns the case styled Dallise Jewett and Robert Jewett v. Citrus County, Florida (Case No: 2018-CA-222).

• Attorney-client session: Dallise Jewett and Robert Jewett v. Citrus County, Florida (Case No: 2018-CA-222)

Planning and Development Council

The Planning and Development Commission will hold a public hearing to review a variance request for Blue Stone Real Estate on behalf of Matthew Winger. The request seeks to allow a single-family dwelling to be placed with less than the required 50-foot setback from the centerline of a right-of-way.

• Public hearing for Variance V-22-05 regarding a single-family dwelling on N. Perkins Path

Value Adjustment Board

The Value Adjustment Board is meeting to adopt recommended decisions for 35 specific tax petitions. The board will also authorize payments to special magistrates and legal counsel and determine the 2022 petition filing fee.

• Adoption of recommended decisions for petition numbers 6, 8, 9, 12, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 43, 44, 45, 47, 49, 50, 54, 55, 56, 65, 83, 88, 89, 90, 91, 92
• Payment to Attorney Richard Kosan: $4,860.00
• Payment to Special Magistrate Lawrence Golicz: $3,945.00
• Payment to Special Magistrate Robert Hicks: $3,125.00
• Determination of 2022 petition filing fee (not to exceed $15)

Citrus Springs Advisory Council

The council will meet to approve the minutes from February 2, 2022, and review current financial reports. The agenda includes reports on local infrastructure maintenance, including streetlights, road resurfacing, and landscaping.

• Review of Citrus Springs Advisory Council Financials for 3-2-2022
• Approval of February 2, 2022 meeting minutes
• Reports on streetlights and fire hydrants
• Reports on road resurfacing and roadway maintenance
• Reports on boulevard beautification and fountain maintenance

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss funding for a mental health inpatient facility and the conveyance of escheated properties to the City of Inverness. The body is also deciding on various service contracts and grant applications.

• Proposed $2 million in funding for a Baker/Marchman Act Mental Health Inpatient Facility
• Public hearing for the conveyance of five escheated properties to the City of Inverness
• Application for $500,000 DEP Recreational Trails Program grant funding
• Contract with Florida Department of Corrections for inmate labor totaling $57,647
• Public hearing scheduling for boat launch fees and manatee protection zones

Water & Wastewater Authority

The Citrus County Water and Wastewater Authority is meeting to discuss and potentially adopt the 2022 Price Index. The body will also discuss the reorganization of the Authority.

• Discussion and potential adoption of 2022 Price Index Final Order No. 22-02 at 4.53%
• Discussion regarding the reorganization of the Authority
• Approval of January 10, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning and Development Council

The Planning and Development Commission will hold public hearings to consider three applications regarding land use changes and a plat vacation. The body will also review and approve minutes from the January 6, 2022 meeting.

• AA-22-02: Request to change 10243 N. Dunedin Rd. from General Commercial to Low Intensity Coastal and Lakes District
• SV-21-04: Request to vacate two alleys adjacent to Lots 4 and 5, Block 67, at 5505 S. Magnolia Avenue, Homosassa
• CPA/AA-22-03: Request to change 376 N Croft Avenue from Industrial to High Density Residential District

Beverly Hills Advisory Council

The council will meet to approve minutes from the January 10, 2022 meeting and review current financial reports. Members will provide special reports on local maintenance, including trees, medians, public works, and parks.

• Approval of draft minutes from the 1/10/2022 meeting
• Review of Beverly Hills MSBU financial reports
• Special reports on trees, mowing, and medians
• Public Works report on Forest Ridge Blvd. sidewalk project and resurfacing
• Parks and Community Building maintenance report

Aviation Advisory Board

The board is meeting to discuss old and new business regarding aviation facilities. The agenda includes project status reports from the Engineering Project Manager and updates on airport business parks.

• CGC Runway Extension and Rehab and Obstacle Removal North of Armory
• INF Taxiways B and C and Apron Rehab at the North End
• INF Airspace Study-Obstruction Removal
• INF FBO Hangar Door Replacement and Parking Lot
• Inverness Airport Business-Industrial Park update

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council is meeting to discuss event support funding and the future of the VCB magazine. The body will also review financial reports and destination updates.

• Proposed funding of up to $1,500.00 for a new Clerk of the Courts week long training event
• Discussion regarding the efficiency and future of the VCB magazine
• Review of Tourism Development Tax revenue for December 2021 ($132,538.40) vs December 2022 ($193,295.49)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting for a workshop to discuss the county's approach to economic development. No formal decisions are scheduled for this session.

• Discussion regarding the County's approach to Economic Development

Board of County Commissioners

The Board is deciding on various contract amendments, budget transfers for fiscal year 2021-22, and the adoption of the 2022-2025 SHIP Local Housing Assistance Plan. The meeting includes discussions on infrastructure projects and the setting of future public hearings.

• Approval of a $1,000 monthly waste disposal agreement with Bentley Waste Service DBA Hook Company
• Release of $126,282.57 in retainage to Constantine Constructors, LLC for the Forest View & Stonebrook MHP project
• Proposed $13,653.51 for ADA accessible beach mats at Fort Island Gulf Beach
• Lease agreement with LifeStream Behavioral Center Inc. at a rate of $4,951.43 per month
• Sale of surplus property at 6773 W. Norvell Bryant Hwy, Crystal River to Northgate Note, LLC

Planning and Development Council

The Planning and Development Commission will hold a public hearing to review a variance request for a non-residential driveway apron. The request seeks exceptions to Land Development Code spacing and intersection placement requirements.

• V-22-01: Variance request by Civilogistix for Dinkins & Dinkins, LLC for a non-residential driveway apron

Citrus Springs Advisory Council

The council will review financial reports and the minutes from the January 5, 2022, meeting. The agenda includes reports on streetlights, road resurfacing, and roadway maintenance.

• Review of Citrus Springs Advisory Council Financials for 2-2-2022
• Approval of January 5, 2022, meeting minutes
• Report on $750,000 budgeted for road resurfacing in Citrus Springs
• Updates on streetlight and fire hydrant maintenance
• Discussion on boulevard beautification and fountain grate installation

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a Community Elected Leadership Summit. The meeting includes a presentation on options and alternatives for the Northern Connector from the Florida Turnpike Authority and Florida Department of Transportation.

• Presentation by Florida Turnpike Authority (FTA) and Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) regarding Northern Connector options

Value Adjustment Board

The Value Adjustment Board is meeting to conduct Special Magistrate hearings regarding property value petitions. Special Magistrate Robert C. Hicks will preside over the cases.

• Petition 49: Home Depot USA INC
• Petition 54: Wamart INC
• Petition 55: Walmart, INC
• Petition 56: Walmart, INC

Planning and Development Council

The Planning and Development Commission will hold public hearings to consider four different applications. These include requests for comprehensive plan amendments, land use atlas changes, and variances.

• CPA/AA/PUD-22-01: Gulf to Lakes Associates, LLLP request for single-family residential PUD
• V-22-02: Variance request from Adams Homes of Northwest Florida, Inc.
• AA-22-01: Application from John Kujan
• CPA/AA/PUD-22-02: Camp N Water Campground Association, Inc. application

Aviation Advisory Board

The board is meeting to discuss status reports for several engineering projects at CGC and INF airports. The agenda includes updates on runway extensions, rehabilitation, and hangar vacancies.

• CGC Runway Extension and Runway Rehab and Obstacle Removal North of Armory
• INF Taxiway A-1 Relocation Project
• INF Taxiways B and C and Aprons Rehab at North End
• INF Airspace Study-Obstruction Removal Phase 1
• Hangar vacancy report: 1 vacancy at CGC-20 T-Hangars

Special Magistrate Hearings

The Code Compliance Special Master is conducting hearings to address various local ordinance violations. The body will review cases involving land development codes, property maintenance, and utility connections.

• Case 2144283: Accessory use violation at 8646 W Admiral Byrd Ln
• Case 2152573: Accumulation of junk and debris at 9632 W Plantation Ln
• Case 2153458: Right-of-way encroachment at 7216 N Whippoorwill Ter
• Case 2150780: Grass and weeds exceeding 18 inches at 1110 N Beach Park Dr
• Case 242914: Failure to connect to central water system at 791 N Dunkenfield Ave

Value Adjustment Board

The Value Adjustment Board is meeting to conduct Special Magistrate hearings regarding property value petitions. Special Magistrate Lawrence Golicz will hear six specific petitions.

• Petition 44: Khan Reza D, Voelker-Khan Kelley
• Petition 88: Novus Ventures LTD
• Petition 89: AEM Anfang LLC
• Petition 90: Winwood Homosassa 2 LLC
• Petition 91: Exchangeright Net LeasedPortfolio 7

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee is meeting to review and approve the SHIP 2022-2025 Local Housing Assistance Plan. The body will also conduct elections for Chair and Vice Chair and review 2021 expenditure reports for various housing and energy programs.

• Review and approval of SHIP 2022-2025 Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP)
• Section 8 and VASH 2021 expenditures of $1,627,142.27
• SHIP 2021 expenditures of $585,627.12 serving 40 homeowners
• LIHEAP 2021 expenditures of $850,667.52 serving 1,708 clients
• Nitrogen Septic Upgrade 2021 expenditures of $62,264 with approximately 1.7 million in total funding

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is deciding on a $6 million residential resurfacing program for FY 2023 and holding a public hearing on manatee protection zones. The body is also reviewing several professional engineering contracts and youth organization agreements.

• FY 2023 Residential Resurfacing Project in the amount of $6,000,000
• Public hearing on an ordinance establishing manatee protection zones
• Professional engineering services master agreements for various county departments
• Youth Organization Agreements for Central Citrus Little League and Crystal River Little League
• Resolution supporting the development of United States Bike Route (USBR) 15

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council is discussing a proposed $185,000 expenditure to help fund the purchase of the 3.6-acre Pirates Cove property. The body will also hear marketing presentations from Madden Media and Chasten Whitfield regarding a TV show sponsorship.

• Proposed $185,000 TDC expenditure for the purchase of Pirates Cove property
• Proposed $35,000 marketing sponsorship for the TV show 'Their Life My Lens'
• Marketing update presentation from Madden Media
• Approval of December 8, 2021 meeting minutes

Beverly Hills Advisory Council

The council will meet to approve minutes from the December 13, 2021 meeting and review current financial reports. Members will provide special reports on trees, mowing, medians, public works, and community building maintenance.

• Approval of draft minutes from 12/13/2021 meeting
• Review of financial reports for the Beverly Hills MSBU
• Special reports on trees, mowing, and medians
• Public Works report on the Safe Routes to School Sidewalk Project
• Maintenance reports on parks and the community building

Water & Wastewater Authority

The Water and Wastewater Authority is meeting to discuss the Rolling Oaks Report. The body will consider approving rate increases based on a Rate Case stipulation agreement and a final order.

• Rolling Oaks Report
• Rate increases for Rolling Oaks based on the Rate Case Stipulation Agreement
• Final Order No. 22-01 for Citrus County Water and Wastewater Authority on Rolling Oaks Rate Case

Planning and Development Council

The Planning and Development Commission will conduct public hearings to review two applications for land use and zoning changes. Both requests involve transitioning residential areas to general commercial districts.

• CPA/AA-21-03: Request by Clark A. Stillwell for Grow-Land, LLC to change land use from Medium Density Residential to General Commercial
• CPA/AA/PUD-21-16: Request by Clark A. Stillwell for Affordable Secure Storage Citrus Hills, LLC to change land use to General Commercial/PUD for mini-warehouse and open storage

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting for a goal setting retreat. Commissioners will submit and prioritize goals for a 5-10 year period and outline objectives and benchmarks for the highest priority goals.

• Submission of 5 to 6 goals for 5-10 years
• Assignment of individual priorities for goals
• Discussion of highest priority goals and achievement benchmarks

Citrus Springs Advisory Council

The Citrus Springs Advisory Council is meeting to approve the December 1, 2021 meeting minutes and review current financial reports. The body will also receive reports from point persons regarding local infrastructure and maintenance.

• Approval of December 1, 2021 draft minutes
• Review of Citrus Springs Advisory Council financial reports
• Reports on streetlights, fire hydrants, and road resurfacing
• Reports on boulevard beautification and roadway mowing
• Reports on grate installation and fountain maintenance

Value Adjustment Board

The Value Adjustment Board is meeting to conduct a Special Magistrate hearing. Special Magistrate Lawrence Golicz will hear Petition 43 filed by James L. Peterson.

• Hearing for Petition 43 (James L. Peterson)