Lake County public meetings in 2021
21 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of County Commissioners
The Leesburg City Commission and Lake County Board of County Commissioners are holding a joint workshop. The meeting includes presentations from both bodies followed by an open dialogue.
- Presentation by City of Leesburg regarding Venetian Center, 1 Dozier Court
- Presentation by Lake County Board of County Commissioners regarding Venetian Center, 1 Dozier Court
Board of County Commissioners
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on December 21, 2021, to consider consent agenda items, public hearings, and regular agenda items. Key actions include approving an interlocal agreement with the Town of Montverde for $4 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds for a sewer infrastructure project, and discussing a potential site for a Supervisor of Elections and Sheriff's facility. The board will also discuss creating a Municipal Service Taxing Unit for Sheriff services and a Special Purpose District for utilities.
- Interlocal agreement with Town of Montverde for $4M ARPA sewer project
- Second Amendment for $1M Emergency Rental Assistance with United Way
- Contracts for building plan review and inspection services ($75,055 annually)
- Resolution to vacate a platted tract in Clermont area
- Resolution opposing Senate Bill 620 and House Bill 569
Board of County Commissioners
This is a special meeting of the Lake County Board of County Commissioners, held at the W.T. Bland Public Library in Mount Dora. The agenda includes a presentation on the conservation subdivision concept, followed by open discussion and commissioner comments. No formal votes or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting appears to be informational and discussion-oriented.
- Conservation subdivision concept presentation
- Open discussion period
- Commissioner comments from all five districts
- Public comment period
Board of County Commissioners
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners will hold its regular meeting, including a second public hearing on changing commission district boundaries as required by state law. The board will also consider consent agenda items, budget adjustments, an ordinance on local vendor preference, and a closed session for pending litigation.
- Second public hearing to change commission district boundaries
- Ordinance to amend local vendor preference to exclude state-funded projects
- Settlement agreement in Citrus Grove Road case for $167,539.13
- Contract for Lake Idamere Park Pavilions to Sloan Builders for $168,807
- Speed limit reduction on CR 46A from 50 to 45 MPH in Sorrento
Board of County Commissioners
The Lake County Commission is meeting to handle routine consent items, including grants, contracts, and an ordinance advertisement, plus a first public hearing on redrawing commission district boundaries. A closed session is scheduled for a lawsuit involving Black Creek Wetlands Mitigation, LLC.
- First public hearing to change Commission District Boundaries
- $600,000 FDOT design services for traffic safety on Villa City Road
- Ordinance to require new development to fund future maintenance of dedicated roads
- $175,760 in Children's Services Council grants and $122,500 in Human Services grants
- $314,571 LYNX agreement for South Lake County bus service
Board of County Commissioners
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine approvals, including proclamations, contracts, and budget amendments. The board will also consider several public hearings, including a rezoning and a special master agreement, and discuss a proposed ordinance regarding the distribution of free publications.
- Approve $2,886,654 for EMS and $316,527 for Fire Rescue ambulance and equipment purchases
- Adopt ordinance to create process for opting out of free publication distribution
- Public hearing to vacate utility easement south of Wiygul Road
- Approve Special Master Agreement with Lake Nellie Crossing, LLC for land use dispute
- Approve $2,060,197 in HUD grant funds for affordable housing
Board of County Commissioners
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss its short-term strategic plan and receive a presentation on roads from Assistant County Manager Fred Schneider. The agenda also includes live polling, discussion of long-term items, and commissioner comments. No formal votes or public hearings are scheduled; this is a workshop-style discussion session.
- Discussion of short-term strategic plan
- Presentation on roads by Assistant County Manager Fred Schneider
- Discussion of long-term items
- Live polling session
- Commissioner comments from all five districts
Board of County Commissioners
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners will consider accepting County Manager Alan Rosen's resignation, approving an on-call consulting agreement with him, and appointing an interim county manager. The board will also vote on a range of consent items including contracts, budget resolutions, and public hearings on the FY 2022-2026 Transportation Improvement Program and an ordinance on electronic game room fees.
- Acceptance of County Manager resignation and interim appointment ($125,158.07)
- FY 2022-2026 Transportation Improvement Program ($30,843,000 for 2022)
- Contract for Dead River Road at SR 19 intersection improvements ($714,835)
- Ordinance amending Section 3-72 on Electronic Game Room Facilities
- Third amendment to Summit Broadband data service agreement ($109,818.72/year for 8 years)
Board of County Commissioners
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, presentations, public hearings, and regular agenda items. Key actions include approving a $460,000 contribution to Provident Housing Solutions for an 81-unit affordable senior housing development, discussing amendments to the Tourist Development Tax and Electronic Game Room permitting, and considering interlocal agreements for library funding totaling over $1.1 million. The board will also discuss infrastructure sales tax projects and a new policy for high school travel grants.
- $460,000 contribution to Provident Housing Solutions for 81 affordable senior units at 13550 Hunt Trace Blvd, Clermont
- Interlocal agreements for library funding totaling $1,116,543, including $472,000 for Helen Lehmann Memorial Library
- Lease agreements for Sheriff's substation in Lady Lake ($25,542 FY22) and Eustis/Mt. Dora Business Opportunity Center ($14,009.28 FY22)
- Reimbursements to Sheriff's Office from State Law Enforcement Trust Fund totaling $164,612.29
- Discussion on amending Tourist Development Tax and Electronic Game Room Facilities permitting
Board of County Commissioners
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss its short-term strategic plan and long-term items over a 5-10 year timeframe. The agenda includes a presentation on roads by Assistant County Manager Fred Schneider, live polling, and commissioner comments. This is a discussion and workshop session, not a formal public hearing, so no binding action is expected.
- Discussion of short-term strategic plan
- Presentation on roads by Assistant County Manager Fred Schneider
- Discussion of long-term items (5-10 year timeframe)
- Live polling session
- Commissioner comments from all five districts
Board of County Commissioners
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners will set maximum millage rates for the upcoming fiscal year and initiate the annual process for solid waste and fire assessment fees, with public hearings scheduled for September 14 and 28. The board will also discuss and provide direction on a proposed spending plan for $35.65 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds and consider a $1.5 million EMS wage scale proposal. Numerous consent agenda items include contracts for fire equipment, station renovations, and park improvements.
- Set maximum millage rates and schedule Sept. 14 & 28 public hearings (Tab 26)
- Discuss ARPA spending plan; accept $35,654,184 in federal funds (Tab 22)
- Approve $1,784,629 contract for self-contained breathing apparatus (Tab 7)
- Approve $1,192,576 renovation of Fire Station No. 15 (Tab 8)
- Initiate solid waste ($14,867,074) and fire ($24,497,823) assessment fee process (Tabs 24-25)
Board of County Commissioners
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss its short-term strategic plan and long-term items over a 5-10 year timeframe. The agenda includes opening remarks, a presentation on Lake County basics, commissioner comments, and public comment. No formal votes or public hearings are scheduled.
- Discussion of short-term strategic plan
- Discussion of long-term items (5-10 year timeframe)
- Commissioner comments from all five districts
- Public comment period
Lake County Water Authority
The Lake County Water Authority is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes and consent items, including a mid-year budget adjustment and a Lakes Appreciation Month proclamation. Discussion items include updates on the Lake Joanna stormwater project, revisions to the sheriff contract, awarding a demolition bid for Hickory Point's entrance tower, and the future operation of the NuRF. The board will also consider purchasing a slope mower, rescreening the Hickory Point Pavilion, and a boat passage survey for the Clermont Chain.
- Mid-Year Budget Adjustment
- Lake Joanna Stormwater Project Update
- Sheriff Contract Revisions
- Award the Demolition of Hickory Point's Entrance Tower
- Purchase of Slope Mower for the NuRF
Board of County Commissioners
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss its short-term strategic plan and long-term items over a 5-10 year timeframe. The agenda includes opening remarks and commissioner comments, with no formal votes or public hearings scheduled. The discussion is based on priorities identified at a February 2020 board retreat, including economic development, budget, housing, and quality of life.
- Discussion of short-term strategic plan
- Discussion of long-term items (5-10 year timeframe)
- Commissioner comments from all five districts
- Priorities include economic development, budget, housing, and quality of life
- Retreat summary includes water/sewer for Mount Plymouth-Sorrento CRA and SR 46A buffer issues
Board of County Commissioners
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on April 27, 2021, to consider consent agenda items, public hearings, and various contracts. Key actions include approving a supplemental budget, several contracts for equipment and services, and a SHIP rental assistance agreement. The board will also discuss joining a lawsuit and educational impact fees.
- Contract 21-0406 with Anixter, Inc. for communication equipment, $29,000
- Interlocal agreement with City of Groveland for radio consoles, $1,296 revenue
- Contract 21-0446 with Asset Security Systems for camera systems, $29,739.87
- Contract 21-0447 with Asset Security Systems for fleet camera system, $68,296.14
- SHIP sub-recipient agreement with United Way, $525,000 grant-funded
Board of County Commissioners
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to consider a consent agenda that includes a $514,610 addendum to the firefighter collective bargaining agreement, a waiver of transportation impact fees for Project Lotus, and several road and park contracts. The board will also hear presentations on the 2021 economic forecast, general fund revenue, and proposed Fiscal Year 2022 budgets for several departments. A public hearing is scheduled to approve the preferred alignment for the Hooks Street Alternative Corridor Evaluation Study.
- Addendum to firefighter collective bargaining agreement with $514,610 fiscal impact
- Waiver of transportation impact fees for Project Lotus
- Speed limit reduction on Silver Eagle Road from 40 mph to 35 mph
- Contract 21-0415 for windscreens and protective netting with CRI Services, Inc.
- Resolution supporting BUILD grant application for Wekiva Trail segments 1 and 5
Board of County Commissioners
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on March 9, 2021, covering a range of administrative, public safety, and planning items. Key actions include approving grant applications, new firefighter positions, a revised fee schedule, and several contracts. The board will also discuss legislative items, a strategic plan, and potential zoning changes.
- Apply for $59,100 State Alien Assistance Program Grant
- Approve six new firefighter positions for Fire Station 56 in Fruitland Park ($225,493.47)
- Adopt revised Fiscal Year 2021 Planning and Zoning Fee Schedule
- Approve $45,404 contract for Lake County Courthouse electrical upgrades
- Approve $820,000.88 CDBG sub-recipient contract for Leesburg Teen Enrichment Center
Board of County Commissioners
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to consider a consent agenda with numerous contracts, grants, and resolutions, plus a public hearing on a rezoning. Key items include a potential $290,000 sponsorship for a Big Ten softball tournament, several grant applications, and road-related resolutions. The board will also discuss the City of Groveland's proposed expansion of its Community Redevelopment Agency into unincorporated areas.
- Amend sponsorship for potential Big Ten softball tournament at Sleepy Hollow Sports Complex, not to exceed $290,000
- Sponsorship agreement with THE Spring Games, LLC for 2021 games, not to exceed $50,000
- Apply for $149,271 Assistance to Firefighters Grant for Rapid Intervention Team packs
- Contract with CJ's Sales and Service for generator maintenance, $81,197 annually
- Resolution to reduce speed limit on Dora Avenue from 45 MPH to 35 MPH and designate golf cart routes
Lake County Water Authority
The Lake County Water Authority is meeting to discuss and potentially award a contract for Villa City Dam construction, along with updates on several projects including the Joanna Stormwater Partnership, Lake Denham bid package, Sawgrass Island Entrance Road, and Hickory Point improvements. They will also consider extending a contract with Chemtrade for alum purchase and transferring funds between accounts.
- Award contract for Villa City Dam construction
- Extend contract with Chemtrade for purchase of alum
- Update on Joanna Stormwater Partnership with Lake County
- Update on Lake Denham bid package
- Hickory Point Entrance Tower and Boat Ramp improvements
Board of County Commissioners
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners will consider accepting $10,999,317 in federal Emergency Rental Assistance funds and discuss implementation. The board will also vote on a consent agenda covering purchases, contracts, and grants, plus public hearings on a supplemental budget and right-of-way vacations.
- Accept $10,999,317 from U.S. Treasury for Emergency Rental Assistance (Tab 12)
- Commit $1,875,000 in local match for legislative priorities: Hurricane Proof Multi-Use Emergency Building and public safety radio microwave system (Tab 6)
- Approve $1,850,210.03 purchase of six ambulances and equipment (Tab 10)
- Approve $779,374 economic development grant for Lakeside at Waterman Village (Tab 8)
- Advertise ordinance on moratorium or regulation of simulated gambling (Tab 26)
Board of County Commissioners
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including a COVID-19 vaccine site update, a $638,735.94 Microsoft software licensing package, a $1,223,987 agreement with LifeStream Behavioral Center, and an $10,999,317 Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) Program grant. The board will also consider consent agenda items, a closed session for a lawsuit, and appointments.
- $10,999,317 Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) Program grant funding
- $638,735.94 Microsoft Enterprise Enrollment software licensing package
- $1,223,987 agreement with LifeStream Behavioral Center, Inc.
- Closed session to discuss Gulfstream Towers, LLC vs. Lake County lawsuit
- Release of $4,088.49 cash surety and $7,624.70 maintenance bond