Hernando County, Florida

Board of County Commissioners

Board of County Commissioners

Metropolitan Planning Organization

Board of County Commissioners

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several high-value infrastructure contracts and budget amendments. The meeting includes discussions on impact fee schedules, residential building permit exemptions, and a new lease for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Tampa Bay.

• Change Order No. 6 for Coastal Engineering Associates, Inc. for septic to sewer conversion: $2,037,026.00
• Contract for Sustainable Landfill Solutions LLC for leachate treatment system: $1,620,000.00
• Change Order No. 2 for Wharton-Smith, Inc. for Ridge Manor Water Reclamation Facility: $1,382,400.00
• Task Order #39 with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. for new Waterways Facility: $598,755.00
• Proposed Ordinance regarding Hernando County Local Provider Participation Fund

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Hernando County Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several items, including minutes approval, conditional plats, a special exception use permit, three rezoning petitions, and a master plan revision. The most consequential items are the rezoning petitions filed by Jacqueline Commons, LLC, Edwin Santiago and Ileen Febus, and Insteada, LLC with CEA Development, as well as the master plan revision for Glen Lakes Station II. The commission will make decisions on these proposals.

• Special Exception Use Permit SE2607 by Pablo Barrozo
• Rezoning H2617 by Jacqueline Commons, LLC
• Rezoning H2610 by Edwin Santiago and Ileen Febus
• Master Plan Revision REZ0000202026 by Mavis Tire Supply, LLC for Glen Lakes Station II
• Rezoning REZ00002102026 by Insteada, LLC and CEA Development

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners will consider a consent agenda item to release the performance bond and accept the maintenance bond for Waterford Phase 3A. They will also review multiple petitions to vacate utility and drainage easements across several developments, and consider rezoning and master plan revision petitions for various parcels. An ordinance to dissolve the Springside Community Development District is also on the agenda.

• Release of Waterford Phase 3A performance bond and acceptance of maintenance bond
• Petition to vacate utility and drainage easements for 1275 Holdings, LLC in Cortez Crossing Phase 2
• Rezoning petition for property on Nature Coast Boulevard (H2616) by Hernando Investments, Inc.
• Master plan revision petition for property on Jernigan Street (H2615) by Palmwood Holdings, LLC
• Ordinance dissolving Springside Community Development District

Metropolitan Planning Organization

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold a second public hearing on an ordinance imposing a temporary moratorium on processing development orders and permits for data centers for up to 365 days. Other action items include awarding contracts for pump repair ($750,000), fire station prototype design ($296,902.60), and emergency lock and key services ($75,000). Discussions are scheduled on the five-year Capital Improvement Plan (FY 2027-2031), the Public Library Master Plan, and House Bill 399's impact on land use regulations. Presentations will also cover the Florida’s Adventure Coast brand refresh and updates on the 2026 legislative session.

• Second public hearing on ordinance imposing 365-day moratorium on data center development applications
• Award of term contract for vertical/horizontal submersible pump repair and machine work (up to $750,000) to Electrical & Mechanical Maintenance, Inc. and Electro-Mechanic Industries
• Award of contract with KMF Architects for architectural and engineering services for county fire station prototypes ($296,902.60)
• Utilization of Pasco County Schools contract for emergency lock and key services for Hernando County Facilities ($75,000)
• Discussion of five-year Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2027-2031 and presentation of Hernando County Public Library Master Plan

Board of County Commissioners

The Hernando County Board of County Commissioners will consider resolutions to increase solid waste disposal and fire rescue assessment rates, along with approving contracts for airport improvements, park renovations, and traffic signal projects.

• Resolution adopting revised solid waste disposal rates effective January 1, 2027
• Resolution amending fire rescue municipal service benefit unit assessment rates
• Contract amendment for Lake Townsen Park boat ramp project ($113,991)
• Award of contract for Ridge Manor field renovation ($152,476)
• Change order for traffic signal improvements at Mariner Boulevard and Landover Boulevard ($165,979.61)

The Board of County Commissioners denied several resolutions to increase service rates. This included denying fee increases for solid waste disposal and a resolution to amend municipal service benefit unit rates for fire rescue services.

• Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)
• Adopted National Men’s Health Week proclamation (4-0)
• Approved the Consent Agenda (4-0)
• Denied revised solid waste disposal rates and fees (4-0)
• Denied annual solid waste disposal assessment rate increases (4-0)
• Denied fire rescue service rate amendments (4-0)
• Dismissed code enforcement fine for Jesus M. Ariza, Jr. (4-0)
• Approved multiple procurement contracts and budget resolutions (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Hernando County Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several rezoning petitions, a conditional use permit, and two master plan revisions. These items involve changes to land use designations for properties submitted by various applicants. The board will also vote on approving minutes from prior meetings.

• Rezoning petition by Williams Realty and Investments Inc. (H2603)
• Rezoning petition by Land Supplier, LLC (H2339)
• Rezoning petition by M and S Enterprises of Central Florida, LLC (H2618)
• Master plan revision by One Hernando, LLC (REZ0000262026)
• Conditional use permit by Ronald J. Pollack and Nathan Pollack (CU2607)

Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Hernando-Citrus Metropolitan Planning Organization will consider adopting the draft Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for FY2027-2031 and approving an amendment to the current FY2026-2030 TIP for transit capital funds. The board will also review updates to the Congestion Management Process and Complete Streets policy. Public comments are accepted.

• Adoption of draft TIP FY2027-2031 by roll-call vote
• Amendment to FY2026-2030 TIP for Section 5307/5339 transit capital funds (TheBus and Citrus County Transit)
• Acceptance of Congestion Management Process (CMP) update
• Acceptance of Complete Streets Update
• Annual update of Draft List of Priority Projects (LOPP)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold public hearings on a proposed 365-day moratorium on data center development (first reading), a master plan revision by Walmart, and an appeal of a variance. Also up for discussion are ordinance amendments for water/wastewater demand calculations, hardship relief petitions, and a transfer agreement for the Explorer Boulevard realignment project.

• First public hearing on ordinance imposing 365-day moratorium on data centers
• Master plan revision petition by Wal-Mart Stores East, L.P. on Commercial Way
• Appeal of variance granted to Sunrise to Sunset Island Life, LLC at 10541 Pine Island Drive
• Second public hearing on ordinance revising potable water and wastewater demand calculations
• Transfer agreement with School Board and Duke Energy for Explorer Boulevard realignment for Explorer K-8 School queueing and bus parking

The Board approved several land use petitions, including a Master Plan revision for Wal-Mart Stores East, L.P. on Commercial Way. They also passed an ordinance regarding potable water and wastewater treatment calculations. A motion regarding a data center moratorium died due to a lack of a vote.

• Approved Wal-Mart Stores East, L.P. Master Plan revision with modified fuel supply condition (5-0)
• Approved variance request for 10541 Pine Island Drive (5-0)
• Denied data center moratorium motion due to lack of vote
• Approved ordinance regarding water and wastewater service demand calculations (5-0)
• Approved hardship relief petition for property on Buczak Road (5-0)
• Approved hardship relief petition with merger condition for property on Cortez Boulevard (5-0)
• Approved Explorer Boulevard Realignment Project agreements (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider several major contracts, including a $6.5M award for construction of Fire Station 15, a $6.4M design contract for Barclay Avenue roadway improvements, and a $1M amendment for Tyler Technologies software. Public hearings are scheduled for a variance appeal at 11348 Newington Avenue and a hardship relief petition on Spike Road. The board will also receive an update on the temporary burn ban due to drought conditions.

• Proposed award of $6,511,800 construction contract for Fire Station 15 to Bandes Construction Company, Inc.
• Proposed award of $6,414,280.58 design contract to Ayres Associates for Barclay Avenue roadway improvements from Powell Road to Lucky Lane.
• Amendment No. 8 to Tyler Technologies contract for public-sector software solutions, amount $1,045,170.00.
• Public hearing on appeal of variance denial for property at 11348 Newington Avenue by William J. Callahan Jr. and Michelle Callahan.
• Update on temporary burn ban due to drought conditions; Resolution 2026-081.

The Board approved multiple infrastructure and construction contracts, including a $6.5M fire station project. They also voted to rescind the temporary burn ban due to drought conditions.

• Approved May 2026 as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month (5-0)
• Approved budget resolution for private package plant connections (5-0)
• Approved shoreline stabilization and walking path projects at Jenkins Creek and Linda Pedersen Parks (5-0)
• Approved variance for property at 11348 Newington Avenue with conditions (5-0)
• Approved hardship relief from subdivision regulations for Spike Road (5-0)
• Appointed Margaret Ann Bloomquist to the Hernando County Delegation on Government Efficiency (5-0)
• Approved $1,045,170.00 contract with Tyler Technologies, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $235,097.30 parking lot restoration contract (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several high-value service contracts and a payroll software change order. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding ambulance transport services and a proposal for a traffic calming assessment in Rainbow Woods.

• Change Order No. 4 for Tyler Technologies payroll services: $738,400.00
• Roadside mowing and litter removal contract with Aero Groundtek, LLC: $685,800.00
• Technology products contract with SHI International Corp.: $180,677.25
• Mowing services for Brooksville-Tampa Bay Regional Airport with American Standard Landscaping, LLC: $134,820.00
• Special assessment rate for Rainbow Woods Traffic Calming Municipal Service Benefit Unit

The Board approved the appointment of Doug Chorvat as a member of the 2026 Canvassing Board and named John Mitten and Amy Blackburn as alternates. The motion passed unanimously. The Board also adopted a special assessment rate for the Rainbow Woods traffic calming project and approved several procurement contracts.

• Appointed Doug Chorvat to 2026 Canvassing Board (unanimous 5-0)
• Appointed John Mitten and Amy Blackburn as alternates (unanimous 5-0)
• Adopted special assessment rate for Rainbow Woods traffic calming unit (unanimous 5-0)
• Approved term contract to American Standard Landscaping for airport mowing ($134,820) (unanimous 5-0)
• Approved change order for payroll services ($738,400) (unanimous 5-0)
• Approved utilization of Lake County contract for roadside mowing ($685,800) (unanimous 5-0)
• Approved utilization of Sourcewell contract for technology products ($180,677.25) (unanimous 5-0)
• Approved renewal of helicopter transport certificate for Tampa General Hospital (unanimous 5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Hernando County Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several land-use petitions, including two special exception use permits and seven rezoning or master plan revision requests. These items are up for a decision at the May 11, 2026 meeting.

• Special Exception Use Permit for ATA Career Education (ATA College) on behalf of Spring Hill Associates (SE2605)
• Special Exception Use Permit petition by Old Florida Forever, LLC (SE2606)
• Rezoning petition by Land Supplier, LLC (H2339)
• Rezoning petition by Williams Realty and Investments Inc. (H2603)
• Master Plan Revision by Southeast Investments, Inc. for multiple owners (H2605)

The Planning & Zoning Commission postponed two rezoning petitions and a master‑plan revision, moving them to future dates and assigning readvertising costs to the applicant. It approved a special‑exception use permit for ATA Career Education and denied a separate special‑exception permit for Old Florida Forever, LLC. Additional rezoning petitions were either postponed or approved with staff‑recommended modifications.

• Postponed Rezoning Petition (Land Supplier, LLC H2339) to June 8 2026; applicant bears readvertising costs (Birren, Noe, Pino)
• Postponed Master Plan Revision (Southeast Investments, Inc. H2605) to a future hearing date (Birren, Noe, Pino)
• Approved Special Exception Use Permit (ATA Career Education) per staff recommendation (Birren, Noe, Pino)
• Denied Special Exception Use Permit (Old Florida Forever, LLC SE2606) (Birren, Noe, Pino)
• Postponed Rezoning Petition (Williams Realty and Investments Inc. H2603) to June 8 2026 (Birren, Noe, Pino)
• Approved Rezoning Petition (Legendary Realty Services, Inc. H2612) with staff‑recommended modifications (Birren, Noe, Pino)
• Approved Special Exception Use Permit (Windy Southall and Henry Southall H2614) per staff recommendation (Birren, Noe, Pino)
• Approved Rezoning Petition (Hernando Investments, Inc. H2616) per staff recommendation (Birren, Noe, Pino)

Metropolitan Planning Organization

The MPO board will vote on adopting the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) for fiscal years 2027-2028 and approving the corresponding FDOT/MPO agreement. A presentation on the Transit Development Plan for Hernando County's TheBus will be given, and the board will discuss the Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee. Consent items include approving grant agreements for transportation disadvantaged services in Citrus and Hernando counties.

• Adoption of Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) FY2027-2028 by Resolution 2026-1
• Approval of FDOT/MPO Agreement
• Discussion of Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC)
• Presentation on Hernando County TheBus Transit Development Plan FY2025-2034
• Consent: Approval of Resolutions 2026-2 and 2026-3 for FY2027 grant agreements from Florida Commission for Transportation Disadvantaged

The MPO Board approved the meeting agenda and three consent items unanimously. It adopted the Unified Planning Work Program for FY2027‑28 and authorized the execution of a $1,651,496 FDOT/MPO agreement, both by a 6‑0 vote. The Board also approved restructuring of the advisory committees, allowing BPAC members to serve on the CAC and updating the public‑participation plan and CAC bylaws, with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved consent items (minutes, FDOT certification, grant award authorizations) (6-0)
• Adopted FY2027‑28 Unified Planning Work Program (6-0)
• Authorized execution of FDOT/MPO agreement for $1,651,496 (6-0)
• Approved restructuring of committees, BPAC members to serve on CAC, update public‑participation plan and CAC bylaws (7-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Hernando County Board of County Commissioners will hold a land use meeting to decide on several rezoning petitions, master plan revisions, and right-of-way vacations. Key items include first public hearings on amendments to adequate public facilities calculations for potable water and wastewater treatment, establishing the Canopy South Community Development District, and dissolving the Four Seasons at Crystal Springs CDD. The board will also consider a proposed local government infrastructure surtax ordinance.

• First public hearing on ordinance amending adequate public facilities and service demand calculations for potable water and wastewater treatment
• Ordinance establishing Canopy South Community Development District
• Ordinance dissolving Four Seasons at Crystal Springs Community Development District
• Proposed ordinance imposing Local Government Infrastructure Surtax
• Rezoning petition for communication tower on Faber Road (APC Towers IV, LLC/Grace Brethren Church)

The board approved several land‑use petitions and ordinances, including a right‑turn exit amendment on Arizona Street and the creation of the Canopy South Community Development District. It also approved the dissolution of the Four Seasons at Crystal Springs district. The motion to put a half‑cent infrastructure surtax on the ballot was defeated, 2‑3.

• Approved staff recommendation to vacate right‑of‑way on Culbreath Road (Resolution 2026‑087)
• Approved master‑plan amendment for 15464 Cortez Blvd: right‑turn exit only on Arizona Street (Resolution 2026‑088)
• Approved re‑establishment of master plan for ART ERI, LLC on Sheffield Road with 7.5‑ft rear buffer
• Approved rezoning for Veronica Leigh Johnson on Barnevelde Road (Resolution 2026‑090)
• Approved rezoning for APC Towers IV, LLC (Grace Brethren Church) establishing public services facility overlay (Resolution 2026‑091)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2026‑12 establishing Canopy South Community Development District
• Approved Ordinance No. 2026‑13 dissolving Four Seasons at Crystal Springs Community Development District
• Defeated motion to place half‑cent infrastructure surtax on ballot (2‑3 vote)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will decide on awarding a $9,905,170 construction contract for chemical feed system improvements at Wiscon and Hexam water treatment plants. Other actions include public hearings on revised solid waste tipping fees and fire impact fees, approval of a resolution for a property exchange between HCUD and WREC, and discussion of a proposed manatee protection zone survey.

• Award of construction contract to Sawcross, Inc. for $9,905,170 for Wiscon and Hexam water treatment plant chemical feed system improvements
• Public hearing on resolution adopting revised solid waste disposal rates and fees at Hernando County Solid Waste Management Facility
• Public hearing on ordinance amending fire protection and EMS capital facilities impact fees to comply with the Florida Impact Fee Act
• Resolution authorizing exchange of real property between Hernando County Water & Sewer District (HCUD) and Withlacoochee River Electric Cooperative (WREC) at 5095 Kettering Road and Ponce De Leon Boulevard
• Discussion on proposed revised public survey of residents living within or adjacent to a proposed Manatee Protection Zone

The commissioners adopted the consent agenda covering budget resolutions and grant nominations. They approved a $9,905,170 contract with Sawcross, Inc. for water‑treatment plant upgrades and adopted ordinances on fire‑protection impact fees, solid‑waste rates, a tourism budget amendment for the America 250 celebration, a property exchange, and a tourist‑council appointment.

• Approved Consent Agenda (Budget Resolution 2026-077, Resolutions 2026-078‑082) (4-0)
• Approved $9,905,170 Sawcross water‑treatment plant contract (4-0)
• Adopted Fire Protection and EMS Impact Fee Ordinance No. 2026-11 (5-0)
• Adopted Solid Waste Rates Resolution No. 2026-085 (5-0)
• Approved tourism department budget amendment for America 250 celebration (4-0)
• Approved property exchange and lighting assessment resolutions (M-1, M-2) (4-0)
• Approved appointment of G. Thomas St. Clair to Tourist Development Council (5-0)
• Approved Fire Assessment Fee Option No. 2 for two years (4-1)

Board of County Commissioners, School Board, and Brooksville City Council Interlocal Governmental Meeting

The Hernando County Board of County Commissioners, School Board, and Brooksville City Council will hold a joint interlocal meeting to hear presentations on county growth, the parks and recreation master plan, and the 2026 school capacity project. Discussions include a potential fire station at Springside Crossings, the North Avenue sidewalk project with grant opportunities, and an update on the interlocal agreement for school planning. Public comment will be taken.

• Presentation on Hernando County growth by Development Services
• Presentation on Parks and Recreation Master Plan
• Springside Crossings three-acre parcel for potential fire station or substation
• North Avenue Sidewalk Project including grant opportunities
• Update on Interlocal Agreement for School Planning with draft

The Board of County Commissioners agreed to have County Administrator Jeffrey Rogers coordinate with the City of Brooksville to provide written documentation to the developer about fire‑related services, with the documentation based on rooftop data and a possible five‑year term modification. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Board concurred to direct County Administrator to work with Brooksville on fire‑service documentation for the developer

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider awarding a $1,214,000 construction contract for replacing rooftop air conditioning units at the Hernando County Detention Center. Other notable actions include multiple contract awards for public works projects, approval of a transit development plan update, and acceptance of a utility easement from Touchstar Cinemas. The board will also ratify a mediated settlement denial and declare surplus property.

• Award $1,214,000 contract to Air Mechanical and Service Corp. for Detention Center HVAC replacement
• Award $199,359 pond retrofit contract to Goodwin Bros. Construction for Old Spring Lake
• Award $222,976 contract to TITAN for Linda Pedersen Boardwalk repairs
• Accept perpetual utility easement from Touchstar Cinemas at 2955 Commercial Way
• Ratify denial of mediated settlement with Meridien Development (H2482)

The Board declared a temporary burn ban due to drought conditions and directed Public Works to conduct a road safety audit on Spring Hill Drive. It approved the consent agenda, including the FY 2025‑26 budget resolution and several related resolutions, and approved multiple contract awards and a land‑sale agreement. The Board denied and rebid the Eastside Library gutter project, approved a letter of nonsupport to the DEP on the landfill leachate well, and instructed the County Attorney to draft a sales‑tax referendum item for future road funding.

• Declared temporary burn ban (consensus)
• Directed road safety audit on Spring Hill Drive (consensus)
• Approved consent agenda items (budget and resolutions) – unanimous (4‑0)
• Approved contracts J‑1, J‑2, J‑4‑J‑10 – vote 3‑1 (Champion opposed)
• Denied and rebid Eastside Library gutter project – unanimous (4‑0)
• Approved right‑of‑way dedication and water‑treatment plant land sale – unanimous (4‑0)
• Approved letter of nonsupport to DEP and officials – unanimous (4‑0)
• Directed attorney to draft sales‑tax referendum for road resurfacing – consensus

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to consider several land use petitions. The body will review a Master Plan revision and multiple permit requests for conditional and special exceptions.

• Master Plan Revision Petition submitted by Wal-Mart Stores East, L.P. (H2609)
• Conditional Plat File # 1514936 Waterford Phase 6
• Conditional Use Permit Petition submitted by Kathleen Senn (CU2604)
• Conditional Use Permit Petition submitted by Miledy M. Sanchez, Regus A. Rafael, and Johanna Regus (CU2605)
• Special Exception Permit Petitions submitted by Daryl Bryant and Mildred Carlton (SE2604) and Yarelis Gonzalez (SE2603)

The Planning & Zoning Commission adopted the agenda, admitted information packets as evidence, and approved several petitions. Notably, it approved the staff‑recommended Master Plan Revision petition from Wal‑Mart Stores East, L.P., with modifications to Performance Condition No. 10. All actions were adopted by unanimous or recorded votes.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted information packets into evidence (unanimous)
• Approved staff recommendation for Conditional Use Permit CU2604 (unanimous)
• Approved staff recommendation for Conditional Use Permit CU2605 (unanimous)
• Approved staff recommendation for Special Exception SE2604 (4‑1, Noe dissent)
• Approved staff recommendation for Special Exception SE2603 (unanimous)
• Approved staff recommendation with modifications for Master Plan Revision H2609 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:35 a.m.

Board of County Commissioners

Board of County Commissioners

The Hernando County Board of County Commissioners holds a land use meeting with public hearings on several rezoning petitions, special exception permits, and second readings of ordinances amending land development regulations. The consent agenda includes ratification of previous rezoning denials and a school concurrency mitigation agreement. The board will also consider a hardship relief request for a subdivision on Spirit Woods Trail.

• Rezoning petition by Jack Melton Family, Inc., for property on Lockhart Road (H2539)
• Rezoning petition by Jack Melton Family, Inc., and FDOT for property on Cortez Boulevard/SR 50 (H2540)
• Special exception use permit for a family mausoleum submitted by Julie Vadell and Sabato Del Pozzo (SE2602)
• Second public hearing on ordinance amending conditional use permit regulations
• Release of maintenance bond for Avalon East subdivision

The Hernando County Board adopted the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included a maintenance bond release and denial of two rezoning petitions. The Board also approved a staff recommendation for a hardship relief petition and a special exception use permit for a family mausoleum. Four land‑use ordinances (Nos. 2026-07 through 2026-10) were adopted, each amending different zoning and development regulations.

• Adopted agenda (4-0)
• Adopted consent agenda, including maintenance bond release and denial of two rezoning petitions (4-0)
• Approved staff recommendation for hardship relief petition (Resolution 2026-067) (4-0)
• Approved special exception use permit for family mausoleum (SE2602) (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2026-07 amending relations to conditional use permits (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2026-08 amending size requirements for structures with impervious roofs (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2026-09 amending residential lot landscaping requirements (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2026-10 amending specific regulations and sidewalks (4-0)

Metropolitan Planning Organization

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will decide on a $91.6 million construction contract for the Ridge Manor Water Reclamation Facility expansion and emergency operations structure. It will also hold a public hearing on increasing the Spring Hill street lighting assessment rate and authorize opioid settlement participation agreements with six distributors. Other actions include approving a task order for an electric vehicle fleet needs assessment and accepting utility easements for the Sunrise development.

• Award of $91,569,822.50 contract to Wharton-Smith, Inc., for Ridge Manor Water Reclamation Facility expansion and emergency operations structure
• Public hearing on FY 2027 non-ad valorem assessment rate increase for Spring Hill Street Lighting Municipal Service Benefit Unit
• Authorization for county attorney to execute settlement participation agreements with six opioid distributor/dispenser defendants
• Approval of $68,964 task order with Kimley-Horn and Associates for electric vehicle fleet needs assessment
• Approval of $163,922.67 contract for transport and installation of modular business unit at Hernando County Sheriff's Office

The commissioners adopted the agenda and approved a $91,569,822.50 contract with Wharton‑Smith, Inc. for the Ridge Manor Water Reclamation Facility expansion. They also funded Brooksville Main Street’s contribution to the America 250 event using the Tourism Development Tax and ordered the removal of a nuisance vessel by April 30 2026. Additional actions included approving several smaller contracts, denying an EV‑fleet task order, and adopting a street‑lighting assessment rate increase.

• Adopted agenda (5-0)
• Approved $91,569,822.50 contract with Wharton‑Smith for Ridge Manor water reclamation expansion (5-0)
• Approved $163,922.67 contract with Seggie Custom Builders for modular sheriff’s office unit (5-0)
• Denied task order with Kimley‑Horn for EV fleet needs assessment (5-0)
• Approved nuisance vessel order requiring removal by April 30 2026 (5-0)
• Approved Brooksville Main Street contribution funded by Tourism Development Tax (5-0)
• Approved FY 2027 non‑ad valorem assessment rate increase for Spring Hill street lighting (5-0)
• Approved variance petition for Baxter Street property (5-0)

Value Adjustment Board

The Value Adjustment Board will meet to approve recommendations from special magistrates and certify value adjustment forms. The body will also review settled petitions and determine the tax impact of the board's actions for 2025.

• Approval of special magistrate recommendations
• Ratification of special magistrate invoice payments
• Certification of Value Adjustment Board forms DR-488
• Approval of notice of tax impact of VAB for 2025
• Ratification of attorney renewal for 2026

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider authorizing non-ad valorem revenue bonds for various capital improvements, receive an update on the temporary burn ban, and hold a public hearing to correct a scrivener's error in county code regarding jail gain-time procedures. Other items include contract approvals, budget amendments, and appointments.

• Unveiling of Charlie Kirk Memorial Highway sign on California Street between Spring Hill Drive and Powell Road
• Resolution authorizing issuance of non-ad valorem revenue bonds, Series 2026, for capital improvements
• Public hearing on ordinance correcting scrivener's error in county code for extra gain-time procedures at Hernando County Jail
• Release of public nuisance liens and partial release of special master orders for property at 16153 La Bella Street
• Budget amendment transferring funds for design and permitting of multi-purpose sports fields at Anderson Snow Sports Complex

The Hernando County Board of Commissioners voted 5‑0 to repeal the temporary burn ban. They also adopted a resolution authorizing non‑ad valorem revenue bonds, Series 2026, to fund capital improvements. Additional actions approved include a corrective ordinance, release of nuisance liens for a property on La Bella Street, and a fire‑rescue ambulance service contract. Several budget transfers, procurement contracts, and a housing advisory committee reappointment were also approved.

• Repealed temporary burn ban (Resolution 2025-052) (5-0)
• Approved issuance of non‑ad valorem revenue bonds, Series 2026 (Resolution 2025-053) (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance correcting scrivener’s error (Ordinance 2026-06) (5-0)
• Approved release of public nuisance liens for 16153 La Bella Street (5-0)
• Approved fire rescue advanced life support ambulance services (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment transferring park impact fee funds (5-0)
• Approved procurement contracts Item Nos. M and N‑1 through N‑5 (5-0)
• Reappointed Elizabeth Powanda to Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Workshop

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a workshop to discuss Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) cameras. Presentations will be given by the Hernando County Sheriff's Office and Flock Safety. The board will consider a proposed ordinance and interlocal agreement concerning the use of the technology. This is a discussion session with no votes expected.

• Presentation by Hernando County Sheriff Al Nienhuis on ALPR cameras
• Presentation by Flock Safety on ALPR systems
• Discussion of proposed ordinance for protecting law enforcement, constitutional rights, and local control
• Proposed interlocal agreement with the Sheriff concerning license plate reader technology
• Citizen correspondence on the ALPR topic

The Board of County Commissioners adopted the agenda for the Automated License Plate Reader Cameras workshop with a vote of five in favor. No other actions or resolutions were taken during the meeting.

• Agenda approved (5 ayes, 0 nays)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Hernando County Planning & Zoning Commission will hear a presentation on the final proposed South Brooksville Community Redevelopment Plan. They will also consider multiple rezoning petitions, conditional use permits, a special exception use permit, and a conditional plat. The meeting includes approval of minutes from October 2023 and February 2026.

• Presentation on the Final Proposed South Brooksville Community Redevelopment Plan
• Rezoning Petition by Veronica Johnson (H2604)
• Master Plan Revision Petition by ART ERI, LLC (H2607)
• Conditional Plat File #1504234 Lake Mirage
• Special Exception Use Permit by Yarelis Gonzalez (SE2603)

The Planning & Zoning Commission adopted the final proposed South Brooksville Community Redevelopment Plan. It also approved several rezoning and master‑plan petitions, some with modifications, and postponed a special‑exception use permit. All actions were taken with recorded vote tallies.

• Approved Final Proposed South Brooksville Community Redevelopment Plan (5-0)
• Approved rezoning petition for Veronica Johnson (H2604) (5-0)
• Approved master plan revision petition for ART ERI, LLC (H2607) (5-0)
• Approved master plan revision petition for 15464 Cortez Blvd, LLC (H2541) (4-1)
• Approved rezoning petition for Dirt Doctor 11011 LLC (H2550) with modifications (3-2)
• Approved rezoning petition for Jack Melton Family, Inc (H2540) with modifications (4-1)
• Approved rezoning petition for Jack Melton Family, Inc (H2539) with modifications (4-1)
• Postponed special exception use permit for Yarelis Gonzalez (SE2603) (5-0)

Metropolitan Planning Organization

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review multiple petitions to vacate easements and requests for rezoning or master plan revisions. The body will also hold public hearings on ordinances regarding backyard chickens, sidewalk requirements, and landscaping inspections.

• Rezoning petition submitted by Dirt Doctor 11011, LLC (H2552)
• Ordinance amending conditional use permits for backyard chickens
• Ordinance revising residential lot landscaping inspection requirements
• Ordinance revising sidewalk requirements
• Mediated settlement agreement with Meridien Development, LLC

Board of County Commissioners

The Hernando County Board of County Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda that includes two term contracts for mowing services, the larger worth $383,760. It will also adopt resolutions to amend the Building Division and Planning & Zoning fee schedules. Additional items include a declaration of surplus property on Treiman Boulevard and a budget amendment moving opioid settlement funds. The meeting also provides updates on a temporary burn ban and other routine reports.

• Award of term contract to Amazing National Services Group, LLC for utilities compounds mowing (Contract No. 26‑T01201/JG; $383,760.00)
• Award of term contract to Full Circle Property Concierge, LLC d/b/a Flow Motion for airport mowing (Contract No. 25‑T01176/JG; $64,950.00)
• Resolution amending Building Division fee schedule (Resolution No. 17202)
• Resolution amending Planning and Zoning Department fee schedule (Resolution No. 17181)
• Declaration of County‑owned property on Treiman Boulevard as surplus and consideration of purchase offer from Kimberly Prom (Key #832923)

The Board adopted the meeting agenda and approved a range of contracts, fee schedule amendments, and budget reallocations. It also renewed the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for Med-Trans helicopter ambulance transport services. Several appointments to advisory committees were confirmed.

• Approved Consent Agenda (Resolutions 2026-035 & 2026-036) (5-0)
• Approved renewal of Med-Trans helicopter ambulance certificate (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment transferring opioid settlement funds (5-0)
• Approved ARPA funds reallocation for Eastside field cleanup (5-0)
• Approved term contract to Amazing National Services Group for mowing utilities ($383,760) (5-0)
• Approved term contract to Full Circle Property Concierge for mowing airport ($64,950) (5-0)
• Approved resolutions amending Building Division and Planning/Zoning fee schedules (5-0)
• Approved resolution amending Public Works fee schedule (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will receive an update from the Public Safety Director on drought conditions and consider a resolution to implement a county-wide burn ban using Ordinance 2025-02. The meeting also includes a second public hearing on wellhead protection area map updates, consideration of multiple contracts (including a $1.69M AI plan and a $1.76M courtroom AV system), and routine consent items such as leases, grants, and surplus declarations.

• Resolution to enact county-wide temporary burn ban under Ordinance 2025-02
• Amendment No.1 to sole-source contract with Quantum Partners for AI implementation plan ($1,687,500)
• Award of contract to Clark Productions for audio visual design at 5th Judicial Circuit Courtrooms ($1,756,843.69)
• Second public hearing on resolution amending wellhead protection areas and special protection area maps
• Corporate hangar lease agreement with Pem-Air, LLC at Brooksville-Tampa Bay Regional Airport

The Hernando County Board unanimously approved several large contracts, including an AI implementation agreement and an audio‑visual contract for courtrooms. It also adopted resolutions updating groundwater protection maps and the five‑year emergency management plan, waived interest on a civil restitution lien, and renewed the Bayflite helicopter ambulance certificate. Additionally, the Board directed Parks and Recreation to add dog‑friendly options throughout the county.

• Approved $1,687,500 amendment to AI implementation contract with Quantum Partners (5-0)
• Approved $1,756,843.69 audio‑visual contract for 5th Judicial Circuit Courtrooms (5-0)
• Approved $12,720.68 interest waiver for civil restitution lien (5-0)
• Approved renewal of Bayflite helicopter ambulance certificate (5-0)
• Approved Resolution amending Wellhead Protection Areas maps (Resolution 2026‑033) (5-0)
• Approved five‑year update of Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (Resolution 2026‑034) (5-0)
• Approved three‑year inmate work squad contract with State Dept of Corrections (5-0)
• Directed Parks & Recreation to implement dog‑friendly park options countywide (consensus)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for 2026, then hold public hearings on multiple petitions including a master plan revision and rezoning by Granger Development LLC, rezoning petitions by APC Towers LLC and Jack Melton Family Inc, and several special exception and conditional use permits.

• Master Plan Revision and Rezoning Petition by Granger Development LLC (H2509)
• Rezoning Petition by APC Towers LLC (H2529)
• Rezoning Petitions by Jack Melton Family Inc (H2539 and H2540)
• Special Exception Use Permit Petitions by Evelyn Gonzalez (SE2601) and Julie Vadell/Sabato Del Pozzo (SE2602)
• Election of Planning & Zoning Commission Chair and Vice Chair for 2026

The Planning & Zoning Commission elected Kathryn Birren as chair and Nicholas Holmes as vice chair. It adopted the meeting agenda and the information packets as evidence. The commission approved the withdrawal of Evelyn Gonzalez's special exception use permit, denied a separate special exception request, and approved several conditional use and rezoning recommendations, including the final approval of the APC Towers rezoning staff recommendations.

• Elected Kathryn Birren as Chair (5-0)
• Elected Nicholas Holmes as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Adopted information packets as evidence (5-0)
• Approved withdrawal of Special Exception Use Permit (Evelyn Gonzalez) (5-0)
• Denied Special Exception Use Permit (Julie Vadell & Sabato Del Pozzo) (4-1)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit (Robert & Antoinette Creekmore) (5-0)
• Approved staff recommendations for APC Towers rezoning petition (5-0)

Value Adjustment Board

The Hernando County Value Adjustment Board will consider Petition No. 25-263 and Petition No. 25-264, both concerning residential real‑property valuation. The hearings are scheduled for 10:00 a.m. EST. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Petition No. 25-263 – residential property valuation
• Petition No. 25-264 – residential property valuation

Metropolitan Planning Organization

The Hernando‑Citrus Metropolitan Planning Organization board will elect its 2026 officers and make board appointments. It will also adopt annual highway safety performance targets, approve the November 6, 2025 meeting minutes, and consider reappointments to two advisory committees. Public comments and director remarks are scheduled before adjournment.

• Annual election of 2026 MPO officers and board appointments
• Adoption of the Annual Safety Performance Measures Targets (Highway Safety, PM‑1)
• Reappointment of a member to the Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC)
• Reappointment of a member to the Hernando County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board (TDLCB)
• Approval of the November 6, 2025 meeting minutes

The board approved its agenda and elected John Allocco as chair and Rebecca Bays as vice chair. It adopted the State’s Vision Zero safety targets with projected 2026 figures using a 1% reduction method. The board also reappointed members to the Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee and the Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board. Additional representatives for the TMA Leadership Group and MPO Advisory Council were elected.

• Approved agenda (9-0)
• Elected John Allocco as MPO Board Chair (9-0)
• Elected Rebecca Bays as MPO Board Vice Chair (9-0)
• Adopted Vision Zero safety targets with 2026 projections (9-0)
• Reappointed Jim McLean to Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee (9-0)
• Reappointed Gerry Whitted to Hernando County TDLCB (9-0)
• Elected Bob Esposito as TMA Leadership Group representative (9-0)
• Elected Commissioner Hawkins as MPOAC representative (9-0)

Value Adjustment Board

The Hernando County Value Adjustment Board holds special magistrate hearings on multiple real property valuation petitions. The board will hear 15 residential petitions in a 9:00 a.m. block and three commercial petitions in an 11:00 a.m. block. No specific property addresses or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.

• Residential property valuation petitions: Nos. 25-346 through 25-360 (15 petitions, 9:00 a.m. block)
• Residential property valuation petitions: Nos. 25-364 and 25-365 (2 petitions, 9:00 a.m. block)
• Commercial property valuation petitions: Nos. 25-253, 25-255, and 25-256 (3 petitions, 11:00 a.m. block)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold a first public hearing on an ordinance allowing backyard chickens under administrative approval, and will consider correcting scrivener's errors in the impact fee schedule ordinance. A discussion on a potential short-term rental certificate-of-use ordinance is also on the agenda. Nine rezoning petitions and several variance and vacation requests are scheduled for public hearings.

• First public hearing on ordinance amending conditional use permits for backyard chickens
• Ordinance correcting scrivener's errors in impact fee schedule (Ordinance 2024-10)
• Discussion on potential ordinance requiring certificates of use for short-term rental properties
• Rezoning petition by Medhat Kodsi on Commercial Way (H2477) from R1C to PDP
• Rezoning petition by Soffron Holdings, LLC, on Landover Boulevard (H2551)

The commissioners adopted staff recommendations to vacate easements at Royal Highlands and to rezone properties on Commercial Way, Faculty Street, and Landover Boulevard. A rezoning petition for Soffron Holdings on Landover Boulevard was approved by a 3‑2 vote, while a rezoning request for Blanford Street was denied unanimously. The board also approved an ordinance correcting scrivener errors and a hardship relief resolution for a Thrasher Avenue subdivision. Additionally, the board directed staff to schedule a second public hearing on conditional use permits and to draft a short‑term rental ordinance.

• Approved Resolution 2026-025 to vacate utility and drainage easements at Royal Highlands (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-026 rezoning of Commercial Way property (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-027 rezoning of Faculty Street property (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-028 rezoning of Landover Boulevard for Soffron Holdings (3-2)
• Denied rezoning petition for Blanford Street (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2026-04 correcting scrivener errors of Ordinance 2024-10 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-030 hardship relief for Thrasher Avenue subdivision (5-0)
• Directed staff to schedule second public hearing on conditional use permits and backyard chickens (consensus)

Value Adjustment Board

The Value Adjustment Board is meeting to conduct Special Magistrate Hearings. The board will hear 15 residential real property valuation petitions.

• Petition Nos. 25-331, 25-332, 25-333
• Petition Nos. 25-334, 25-335, 25-336
• Petition Nos. 25-337, 25-338, 25-339
• Petition Nos. 25-340, 25-341, 25-342
• Petition Nos. 25-343, 25-344, 25-345

Value Adjustment Board

The Hernando County Value Adjustment Board will hold special magistrate hearings on Friday, January 30, 2026, to consider 14 petitions from property owners challenging their residential property valuations. The petitions are scheduled as single hearings and block hearings throughout the day.

• Petition No. 25-433 at 9:00 a.m.
• Petition No. 25-417 at 9:45 a.m.
• Petition No. 25-258 at 10:30 a.m.
• Block of three petitions (25-320, 25-321, 25-322) at 12:30 p.m.
• Block of two petitions (25-329, 25-330) at 12:30 p.m.

Board of County Commissioners

The Hernando County Board of Commissioners will vote on a resolution declaring a drought emergency and implementing Ordinance No. 2025-02, which establishes a county-wide burning ban. The meeting also includes approval of an amended Local Housing Assistance Plan for state housing initiatives, lease agreements for corporate hangars at the Brooksville‑Tampa Bay Regional Airport, and several contract change orders for equipment and services. Additionally, the board will consider a special magistrate report on the denial of a rezoning petition for 6191 Lockhart Road.

• Resolution ratifying a drought emergency declaration and Ordinance No. 2025-02 (burning ban)
• Amended Local Housing Assistance Plan for the State Housing Initiatives Partnership Program
• Corporate Hangar Lease Agreements with Sentinel Services Group for hangars at 16308 and 16312 Flight Path Drive
• Change Order No. 3 to Purchase Order with Centrifuge‑Systems, LLC for a $90,000 equipment lease
• Special magistrate report and resolution on the denial of rezoning petition for 6191 Lockhart Road

Value Adjustment Board

The Hernando County Value Adjustment Board will hold special magistrate hearings on 18 residential property valuation petitions. The petitions are grouped into eight time blocks, with each block addressing multiple or single petitions. No details on the specific properties or issues are provided in the agenda.

• Petitions 25-297 through 25-299 (9:00 a.m. block)
• Petitions 25-300 through 25-302 (9:00 a.m. block)
• Petitions 25-303 through 25-305 (9:00 a.m. block)
• Petitions 25-306 through 25-308 (9:00 a.m. block)
• Petition 25-318 (9:00 a.m. block)

Value Adjustment Board

The Hernando County Value Adjustment Board holds special magistrate hearings on January 26, 2026, to consider residential property valuation petitions. They will hear Petition No. 25-430 at 9:45 a.m. and a block of petitions (Nos. 25-217/25-223 and 25-250/25-251) starting at 1:00 p.m. The board will decide on these valuation disputes.

• Petition No. 25-430 (9:45 a.m.)
• Petition Nos. 25-217 and 25-223 (1:00 p.m. block)
• Petition Nos. 25-250 and 25-251 (1:00 p.m. block)

Value Adjustment Board

The Value Adjustment Board is meeting to conduct Special Magistrate Hearings regarding residential real property valuations. The board will review seven specific petitions.

• Petition No. 25-184
• Petition No. 25-185
• Petition No. 25-188
• Petition No. 25-190
• Petition No. 25-193

Value Adjustment Board

The Value Adjustment Board is meeting to conduct Special Magistrate Hearings regarding commercial real property valuations. The board will review 13 specific petitions.

• Petition No. 25-402
• Petition No. 25-259
• Petition No. 25-260
• Petition No. 25-253
• Petition No. 25-255

Value Adjustment Board

The Hernando County Value Adjustment Board will hold special magistrate hearings to consider residential real‑property valuation petitions numbered 25‑166 through 25‑183. The petitions are grouped into six blocks, each scheduled for block time at 9:00 a.m. After reviewing the petitions, the board will adjourn.

• Petition Nos. 25‑166 to 25‑168 – residential valuation
• Petition Nos. 25‑169 to 25‑171 – residential valuation
• Petition Nos. 25‑172 to 25‑174 – residential valuation
• Petition Nos. 25‑175 to 25‑177 – residential valuation
• Petition Nos. 25‑178 to 25‑180 – residential valuation

Value Adjustment Board

The Hernando County Value Adjustment Board will hold hearings to decide on commercial property valuation petitions. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, January 15, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the John Law Ayers Commission Chambers.

• Hearings for Value Adjustment Board Petition Nos. 25-229 through 25-238
• Meeting location: John Law Ayers Commission Chambers, Room 160, 20 North Main Street
• Scheduled start time: 9:00 a.m. EST

Board of County Commissioners

The Hernando County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on vacating utility easements and amending parking fines. A proposed ordinance to impose a local government infrastructure surtax will be discussed. The board will also consider awarding a $2.94 million contract for water treatment system improvements and review the Parks Master Plan.

• Proposed ordinance to impose local government infrastructure surtax (Item H.5)
• Award of $2,944,448.80 contract to McKim and Creed for Gretna and Hexam Water Treatment Systems Improvement (Item L.2)
• Proposed ordinance amending civil penalties for certain parking violations (Item H.4)
• Presentation of Hernando County Parks Master Plan (Item J.1)
• Discussion on location for Linda Pedersen Park observation tower replacement (Item J.2)

Board of County Commissioners

The Hernando County Board of County Commissioners will hold a legislative public hearing on an ordinance amending Article VII of Chapter 28, which relates to groundwater protection and siting. Additionally, the board will consider a first hearing for a resolution that updates the wellhead protection areas and special protection areas maps associated with the ordinance.

• Ordinance amending Article VII of Chapter 28 (Groundwater Protection and Siting) — document 16283
• First hearing on resolution amending Wellhead Protection Areas and Special Protection Areas Maps — document 16252
• Public hearing with entry of proof of publication into the record

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Hernando County Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to elect officers, approve minutes, and hear petitions for conditional use permits, master plan revisions, and a rezoning request.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2026
• Approval of minutes from June 2023, July 2023, October 2024, and December 2025
• Conditional Use Permit petitions for Bryan A. Pell, Brian Colon, and Lee Pedone
• Master Plan Revision petitions for Dire Wolf Holdings, SV Tampa Land, and Solid Rock Property Group
• Rezoning petition submitted by Dirt Doctor 11011, LLC

Value Adjustment Board

The Hernando County Value Adjustment Board will hold special magistrate hearings to address commercial property valuation appeals. The meeting is scheduled for January 9, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. in the John Law Ayers Commission Chambers.

• Value Adjustment Board Petition No. 25-240
• Value Adjustment Board Petition No. 25-241
• Value Adjustment Board Petition No. 25-242
• Value Adjustment Board Petition No. 25-243
• Value Adjustment Board Petition No. 25-244

Metropolitan Planning Organization

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a land use meeting to review several rezoning and master plan revision petitions. The body will also consider requests for hardship relief from subdivision regulations and the release of performance bonds.

• Rezoning petitions for properties on Alloy Street, Lake Lindsey Road/Ponce De Leon Boulevard, Mahoning Avenue, and Croom Rital Road
• Master plan revisions for properties near Elwood Road/Elgin Boulevard, Downwind Way, and Cortez Boulevard
• Petition to vacate utility and drainage easements in Royal Highlands
• Hardship relief requests for properties on Root Road and north of Manecke Road
• Release of performance bonds for Glen Lakes Commons, LLC and Pine Cone Subdivision