Lee County public meetings in 2025
35 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners is holding a regular meeting with a single substantive item: a presentation on code enforcement. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting consists of a call to order, county manager comments, the presentation, board discussion, and adjournment.
- Code Enforcement Update presentation
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on December 2, 2025, with a consent agenda covering contracts, leases, land purchases, and grant approvals. Key items include amendments to CDBG-DR contracts for hurricane recovery, a new lease for EMS housing on Sanibel, and several equipment purchases. The board will also hold a closed executive session for collective bargaining with the firefighters' union.
- Approve amendments and task orders for CDBG-DR program management totaling $41,353,090 for hurricane recovery
- Approve lease for EMS housing at 455 Whitehall, Sanibel Island, at $2,260/month
- Approve piggyback purchase of GapVax sewer cleaner truck for $583,908
- Approve contract to replace plumbing in Public Works building for $1,925,725
- Approve cell tower site license agreement with T-Mobile at FGCU for $67,000/year
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on November 18, 2025, covering routine administrative items, public hearings, and several notable consent agenda items. Key actions include authorizing staff to pursue up to $150M in interim financing for utilities capital projects, awarding contracts for an EMS station design and Lakes Park boardwalk repairs, and approving multiple easement purchases for a septic conversion project.
- Authorize staff to pursue interim financing up to $150M for Utilities CIP projects
- Award $898,249 contract to ADG Architecture for new EMS station in Cape Coral
- Award $248,002 contract to Superior Builders Group for Lakes Park boardwalk repairs
- Approve $250,000 SHIP grant for disaster housing rehabilitation
- Approve easement purchases for Billy Creek Septic Conversion (total ~$24,900)
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee Board of County Commissioners is holding a regular meeting with a single substantive item: a presentation on Lee County Public Procurement. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the board will discuss the presentation before adjourning.
- Presentation on Lee County Public Procurement
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners will consider consent agenda items including a $60 million commitment of CDBG-DR funds to three affordable housing projects, a $4.4 million SHIP grant package, and a $610,000 loan for senior housing. The board will also hold a closed executive session on collective bargaining with firefighters and consider repealing the animal control ordinance.
- Conditional award of $20M each to Reserve at Eastwood Apartments, Wave at Chana, and Wave at Colonial for 1,024 affordable rental units
- Approve $4,402,302 in SHIP grants for affordable housing projects
- Commit $610,000 zero-interest loan for 82 senior housing units at Pauldo and Willard Streets, Fort Myers
- Authorize public hearing to repeal and replace Animal Control Ordinance 14-22
- Approve $589,529 design contract for new EMS station at 2480 Iverson Street, Alva
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda with multiple contracts and funding approvals, including a $2.88 million CDBG-DR grant for rehabilitating 40 affordable housing units at Broadway Apartments, a $875,000 state grant for facility expansions, and several construction and equipment purchases. The meeting also includes proclamations and routine approvals of minutes and disbursements.
- $2,879,516 CDBG-DR funding for Broadway Apartments affordable housing rehabilitation
- $875,000 FDLE grant for Medical Examiner expansion and Natural Resources Lab renovation
- $435,175 contract to remodel Lee County Facilities Maintenance Building #4
- $366,859 ADA upgrades at Buckingham Baseball Complex restrooms
- T-Mobile tower license extension at Lakes Park for $58,493/year
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda with routine items like disbursements and reports, plus notable contracts and land purchases. Key actions include funding agreements for legal services, a $2.88 million affordable housing rehabilitation project, and several infrastructure contracts. The board may also convene as the Lee County Port Authority.
- Approve $1,921,500 FY25-26 funding agreement with State Attorney's office
- Approve up to $2,879,516 CDBG-DR funding for Broadway Apartments rehabilitation (40 units, 2909 Broadway Ave, Fort Myers)
- Approve $1,168,385 contract to design and permit San Carlos Maritime Park (1184 Main Street)
- Approve $624,500 contract to replace generator at Public Works building (FEMA-funded)
- Approve $3,325,000 for replacement vehicles and equipment FY25/26
Lee Board of County Commissioners Budget Hearing
The Lee Board of County Commissioners is holding the final public hearing on the county budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda includes a presentation of the final budget hearing materials, followed by board discussion. This is the last opportunity for public input before the budget is adopted.
- Final budget public hearing
- Presentation of final budget hearing materials
- Board discussion on budget
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda that includes a $10.27 million conditional award for the Legacy Park II affordable housing project, contracts for demolitions, generator replacements, and an EMS station, and several easement and land conveyances. The board will also hold a final budget public hearing at 5:05 PM.
- Award $10,270,000 in CDBG-DR funds for Legacy Park II, 130 affordable rental units at 2631 Swamp Cabbage Court and 2685 Oak Ridge Court, Fort Myers
- Award $349,277 contract to Triple D Land Clearing to demolish 28 unsafe structures in unincorporated Lee County
- Approve $5,795,060 contract with Stultz, Inc. for Treeline (Arborwood) EMS Station at 13561 Goldenwood Drive
- Approve $1,226,645 contract with Genserve LLC to replace generator at Administration/Old Courthouse Buildings
- Approve settlement of $177,591 in Emily Safran v. Lee County personal injury case
Lee Board of County Commissioners Budget Hearing
The Lee Board of County Commissioners is holding the first public hearing on the FY25/26 budget. The agenda includes county manager comments, board discussion, and public input on the proposed budget. No specific budget figures or items are listed in the agenda.
- First Budget Public Hearing for FY25/26
- County Manager Comments
- Board Discussion
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda that includes a conditional $20 million CDBG-DR award for a 230-unit affordable housing project at 5300-5360 Summerlin Road, plus several contracts and agreements. They will also hold public hearings on CDD boundary changes and an AdventHealth EMS certificate application.
- Conditional $20,000,000 CDBG-DR award for 230 affordable rental units at 5300-5360 Summerlin Road
- Approve $4,489,090 contract amendment to replace chillers at Lee County Emergency Operations Center
- Award $991,041 contract to rebuild Sanibel Bridge Toll Plaza south stair tower
- Approve renewing Accela subscription services for $3,645,158.32 over five years
- Authorize public hearings to modify boundaries of Brightwater and Stoneybrook North CDDs
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on August 19, 2025, at 1:30 PM. The main item is a presentation of the final draft of the FY25-26 continuation budget, followed by board discussion. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Final draft FY25-26 continuation budget presentation
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on August 19, 2025, to consider consent agenda items, public hearings, and other administrative matters. Key decisions include a $20 million CDBG-DR grant for affordable housing, several land purchases and agreements, and contracts for services. The meeting may also convene as the Lee County Port Authority.
- Conditionally award up to $20,000,000 in CDBG-DR funds for 230 affordable rental units at 5300-5360 Summerlin Rd, Ft. Myers
- Approve settlement of $292,766 in eminent domain fees for Three Oaks Parkway Extension North Project
- Approve amending ILA with School Board for Alico Road Project, including $5,805,485 for land and construction
- Approve purchase of 15.55 acres in Bonita Springs for Conservation 20/20 for $31,100
- Approve $2,500,000 grant for Bob Janes Preserve Restoration and $1,500,000 for Palm Creek Filter Marsh
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners will vote on consent items including land purchases for a future EMS facility in Alva and Burnt Store Road expansion in Cape Coral, as well as several easement donations and agreements. They will also consider directing public hearings on land development code amendments and a Babcock Ranch agreement amendment.
- Approve $330,000 land purchase for EMS facility at 2401 River Hall Parkway, Alva
- Approve $58,000 land purchase for Burnt Store Road North expansion in Cape Coral
- Approve $42,045.75 settlement for eminent domain for Able Canal Pathway Project
- Direct public hearing on LDC amendments for boathouses and dock pavilions
- Confirm extensions of Hurricane Milton and Helene states of local emergency
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners is holding a workshop meeting to discuss the 2nd Draft Continuation Budget. This is a discussion item, not a final vote. The meeting includes county manager comments and board discussion.
- 2nd Draft Continuation Budget presentation and discussion
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners will consider adopting proposed FY25-26 ad valorem (property tax) rates for the Truth In Millage (TRIM) notice and schedule two public hearings on the proposed budget and millage rates for September 4 and September 16, 2025. The agenda is otherwise administrative, with no other substantive items listed.
- Adopt proposed FY25-26 ad valorem maximum millages for TRIM notice
- Schedule budget public hearings for September 4 and September 16, 2025 at 5:05 p.m. in the Old Lee County Courthouse Commission Chambers
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners will vote on consent agenda items including two eminent domain settlements totaling $21.9 million for the Three Oaks Parkway Extension, a $71.5 million allocation for hurricane recovery housing, and a $3.17 million contract for a new Clerk of Courts office. The board will also consider a collective bargaining agreement with firefighters and several land conveyances and leases.
- $12,933,000 settlement for Brian S. Freeman property for Three Oaks Parkway Extension
- $8,967,900 settlement for FSM of Fort Myers property for Three Oaks Parkway Extension
- $71,463,715 in CDBG-DR task orders for housing assistance and recovery programs
- $3,172,870 construction contract for new Clerk of Courts office at East Lee County Government Center
- Adopt resolution of necessity for Alico Road Widening Phase III
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee Board of County Commissioners is holding a regular meeting with a presentation on the 1st draft continuation budget, followed by board discussion. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda beyond the budget presentation and discussion.
- 1st Draft Continuation Budget presentation
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda with 24 items, including contracts for elevator replacements, park renovations, and a detention gym renovation, plus a directive to hold a public hearing on a smoking ban at parks and beaches. The board will also confirm emergency declarations for hurricanes Milton and Helene and a burn ban.
- Approve $1,805,554 piggyback purchase with Kone, Inc. for elevator replacement and modernization at County/City Annex and Administration Building
- Approve $1,708,473 contract amendment with Stultz, Inc. to renovate Wheeler Road Community Park tennis and pickleball courts in Boca Grande
- Approve $578,756 contract with Target Builders Construction, Inc. to renovate Ortiz Detention Compound Gym Building
- Direct to public hearing an ordinance amendment to prohibit smoking and vaping at all county parks and public beaches (hearing June 17, 2025)
- Award $235,310.69 SHIP grant to Lee County Housing Development Corporation for disaster housing rehabilitation
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a presentation on the FY 25/26 Draft Capital Improvement & Major Maintenance Plan, followed by board discussion. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Presentation of FY 25/26 Draft Capital Improvement & Major Maintenance Plan
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners will vote on several land purchases and sales, including a $4.18 million Conservation 20/20 acquisition and a $60,000 eminent domain settlement. They will also consider directing staff to update the Lee Plan's planning horizon and housing element, and confirm extensions of local emergency declarations related to burn bans and hurricanes.
- Approve Conservation 20/20 purchase of ~98.5 acres in southeast Lee County for $4,150,000 plus $30,000 closing costs
- Approve $60,000 settlement for eminent domain of Jose Jerez's property for Able Canal Pathway Project
- Direct staff to amend Lee Plan to update planning horizon from 2045 to 2055
- Direct staff to amend Lee Plan Housing Element to diversify housing strategies and incentivize affordable housing
- Confirm and ratify extensions of burn ban and Hurricane Helene/Milton states of local emergency
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners will consider approving several major affordable housing projects, including $17.6 million for 80 units at Strayhorn Place and $17 million for 144 units at Ekos on Evans, both in Fort Myers. The board will also vote on routine consent items such as disbursements, minutes, and contract awards, plus a public hearing to consolidate procurement ordinances.
- $17,655,877 CDBG-DR award for 80 affordable units at 1935 Lafayette St, Fort Myers
- $17,000,000 CDBG-DR funding for 144 affordable units at 3501 Evans Ave, Fort Myers
- $605,000 subrecipient agreement with Lee County Housing Authority for 7 rehab units at 2475 Central Ave
- $139,781 purchase order for Caloosahatchee Regional Park pavement improvements
- Public hearing to repeal and replace procurement ordinances 18-22, 22-06, 23-21
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda that includes land purchases for future road and utility projects, acceptance of federal grants for homelessness services, and several contract approvals. The board will also consider proclamations and routine reports. No public hearings are scheduled.
- Approve $72,500 purchase for Sunshine Boulevard North expansion in Lehigh Acres
- Approve $72,000 purchase for utility lift station at 4627 Little River Lane, East Fort Myers
- Accept $2,650,373 HUD Continuum of Care grant for homeless services
- Approve $180,000 in task orders for CDBG-DR disaster recovery implementation
- Approve $992,661 FDEM grant modification for emergency generator at Estero High School
Lee Board of County Commissioners Special Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners is holding a joint special meeting with the Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners. The boards will discuss four topics: water quality, coordination efforts on Boca Grande, regional solid waste, and Vincent Avenue. Public input is limited to 3 minutes per speaker on agenda items only.
- Joint discussion on water quality
- Coordination efforts on Boca Grande
- Regional solid waste discussion
- Vincent Avenue discussion
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners will consider approving over $37 million in federal disaster recovery funds for three affordable housing projects in Fort Myers, along with a $100.7 million action plan for hurricane recovery. The agenda also includes routine items such as consent agenda approvals, proclamations, and various land and contract actions.
- $20M CDBG-DR for Bloom Fort Myers (172 units at 2010 Hanson St.)
- $17.2M CDBG-DR for St. Peter Claver Housing Phase II (72 units at 1426 Sister Bowman Ln.)
- $20M CDBG-DR term sheet for Summerlin Ave. project (230 units)
- $20M CDBG-DR term sheet for Wave at Colonial project (358 units)
- Approve $100.7M CDBG-DR Action Plan for Hurricanes Helene and Milton
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee Board of County Commissioners is holding a workshop meeting to discuss three topics: the Department of Transportation's project tiers, school speed zone video enforcement, and the FY25-26 budget development. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only agenda.
- Department of Transportation Project Tiers
- School Speed Zone Video Enforcement
- FY25-26 Budget Development
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
This is a postponed workshop meeting of the Lee County Board of County Commissioners. The board will discuss transportation priorities, with no formal decisions or votes scheduled. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including call to order, county manager comments, and adjournment.
- Discussion of transportation priorities
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners will consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts, land purchases, and settlements, including two major affordable housing projects funded by CDBG-DR grants. The board will also hold public hearings and may act as the Lee County Port Authority.
- $6.75M CDBG-DR for Oak Park Senior Living (144 units, 50-year affordability)
- $17M CDBG-DR for Ekos on Evans (144 units, 99-year affordability)
- $2.4M land purchase for North Fort Myers debris staging site
- $720,000 land purchase for future EMS facility in Alva
- Settlements: $130,909 eminent domain (Alico Road), $195,000 personal injury (Gloria Coe)
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on March 4, 2025, to consider consent agenda items, including creating a Community Development District, approving contracts and grants, and ratifying emergency declarations. The board may also convene as the Lee County Port Authority. Public comment is invited on consent items and any items pulled for discussion.
- Authorize public hearing to create Crescent Walk Community Development District (CDD)
- Approve $642,180 in grants for homeless survivor housing after hurricanes
- Approve $334,546 for 911 equipment and emergency notification software
- Approve $95,000 sole source purchase for Toro and Altec OEM parts
- Approve donation of surplus property for affordable housing in Lehigh Acres
General
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners is meeting for a strategic planning workshop. They will discuss Municipal Services Taxing Units (MSTU), the State of Local Emergency (SOLE), debris management, and recap and plan for 2025 strategic planning. No formal votes or decisions are listed on this agenda.
- Discussion of Municipal Services Taxing Units (MSTU)
- Discussion of State of Local Emergency (SOLE)
- Discussion of debris management
- Recap of 2024 strategic planning
- 2025 strategic planning discussion
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda that includes awarding a $475,875 contract to develop a countywide strategic growth plan, approving settlements in two lawsuits, and extending hurricane emergency declarations. The board will also consider several property transactions, including the sale of part of the Estero Recreation Center to the Village of Estero for $700,000 and the conveyance of Watts Road to the City of Fort Myers. The meeting includes proclamations for Engineer's Week, Bike Month, Spring Training, and Ag Expo Days.
- Award $475,875 contract to Public Works, LLC for countywide Strategic Growth Plan
- Approve $200,000 settlement in Dean Wish, LLC v. Lee County inverse condemnation lawsuit
- Approve settlement with Cougar Contracting releasing $971,917.96 of retainage for Corkscrew Road widening
- Sell ~25 acres of Estero Recreation Center to Village of Estero for $700,000
- Approve $1,291,126 piggyback for cybersecurity staff augmentation
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners is holding a regular meeting with a single substantive item: a presentation on the South 10 Mile Canal Flood Improvements project. The board will discuss the presentation but no formal action is listed on the agenda. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, comments, adjournment).
- Presentation on South 10 Mile Canal Flood Improvements
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on February 4, 2025, at 9:30 AM. They will consider a consent agenda with numerous items, including approving the FY23-24 Indirect Cost Plan, several contracts, and grant agreements. The board may also convene as the Lee County Port Authority.
- Approve FY23-24 Indirect Cost Plan and charges of $19,449,265
- Award $113,400 SHIP disaster assistance grant to Lee County Housing Development Corporation
- Direct public hearing on ordinance increasing cremation fee from $60 to $70
- Approve $128,320 for repairs to Bonita Beach Access Points 2-9
- Approve $377,000 for Gateway Services District park improvements
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on January 21, 2025, to consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts and purchases, including a $120,000 federal advocacy contract, a ground lease for a future EMS station, and various equipment purchases. The board will also ratify extensions of local emergency declarations for Hurricanes Helene and Milton, and may act as the Lee County Port Authority. Public hearings and citizen presentations are scheduled.
- Approve $120,000 contract with Ballard Partners for federal advocacy services
- Approve ground lease for future EMS station at 101 NW Douglas Parkway, Cape Coral ($1/year, 50-year term)
- Approve $171,074 purchase of replacement crane truck for Utilities
- Approve $164,051 contract for fencing repairs at Hurricane Ian-damaged parks
- Ratify extensions of local emergency declarations for Hurricanes Helene and Milton
Lee Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners will discuss and potentially direct reallocations of Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funds. They will consider approving several projects, including Habitat for Humanity homes, emergency generators, bridge reconstruction, and an increased award for electrical infrastructure. Formal direction may require amendments to the Public Action Plan.
- Approve Habitat for Humanity's Cape Coral single-family homes project
- Install emergency generators at Lee Health Sports Complex and Tortuga Elementary School
- Reconstruct bridges in Harlem Heights and San Carlos Park communities
- Increase award to Lee County Electric Cooperative for electrical infrastructure in Cherry Estates
- Potential reallocation of CDBG-DR program funding