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LaBelle public meetings in 2025

23 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 11, 2025

Regular Commission Meeting

Commission to vote on fire vehicle purchase and tree removal permit

The LaBelle City Commission will consider a consent agenda that includes approval of the November check register, meeting minutes, and staff reports. Notable items include ratification of an emergency purchase for K&B Pump & Electrical and authorization to buy a 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe for the fire department. A non-public hearing item is a tree removal permit at a Grand Oaks residence. No public hearings or ordinances are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves credit/debit card payments for utility deposits

The Commission unanimously approved accepting credit and debit card payments for utility deposits in person, over the phone, and online. Two special event applications were also approved: Swamp Stomp 5K and Swamp Cabbage Parade. A tree removal permit at Grand Oaks was continued to January. The consent agenda including check register, minutes, staff reports, and emergency purchases was approved with items pulled for discussion.

Thu Dec 11, 2025

City Commission Comprehensive Plan Workshop

Workshop to update comprehensive plan

The City Commission holds a workshop to discuss updates to the comprehensive plan. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

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✓ Decided: City Commission discusses Comprehensive Plan updates and state law changes

The City Commission held a workshop to review the update process for the City's long-range planning document. Discussions focused on recent state legislation regarding development standards, density classifications, and economic development strategies. No formal votes or legislative actions were taken during this workshop.

Thu Dec 11, 2025

Local Planning Agency Meeting

City to consider two PUD ordinance amendments

The LaBelle Local Planning Agency will consider amending the conditions of approval for two Planned Unit Developments: the Labelle Riverside PUD and the KMJ Investments PUD. The meeting is scheduled for December 11, 2025.

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✓ Decided: Planning agency approves two PUD amendments

The Local Planning Agency approved two ordinances amending Planned Unit Developments. One ordinance passed unanimously, while the other passed 4-1 with a condition for a future neighborhood meeting.

Thu Nov 13, 2025

Regular Commission Meeting

First reading of ordinance updating street vending rules

The commission will hold a first reading of Ordinance 2025-03, which amends city code on street vending and mobile vending. It will also consider approving a new paralegal position with a $90,000 salary, and a temporary use application for Smoke Under the Oaks. Consent items include adopting the 2025 revised Hendry County Local Mitigation Strategy and authorizing a property disposition for auction.

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✓ Decided: Commission tables street vending ordinance on first reading (4-1)

The LaBelle City Commission tabled Ordinance 2025-03, which would amend street vending regulations, on a 4-1 vote. The commission approved a temporary use application for Smoke Under the Oaks (4-1) and denied a request for Holiday Greetings WAFC 2025. Consent agenda items, including check register, minutes, staff reports, a mitigation strategy resolution, and a property disposition, were approved unanimously.

Thu Oct 9, 2025

Regular Commission Meeting

Commission to vote on zoning change for 8.91 acres at Capt Hendry Dr and SR 80

The commission will hold public hearings on two ordinances: a PUD amendment adding 0.48 acres for parking for the Disabled American Veterans flea market, and a zoning change from B-2 to PUD for an 8.91-acre property at the northeast corner of South Captain Hendry Drive and State Road 80. They will also consider a resolution establishing revised dockage fees for slip rentals, an interlocal agreement for animal control services, a disaster debris removal contract, and a temporary use application for Hari's Discount Liquor. Presentations include the Hendry County Economic Development Council, United Way, and a comprehensive plan assessment.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves 8.91-acre PUD rezoning on SR 80 (3-2)

The LaBelle City Commission approved Ordinance 2025-07, rezoning 8.91 acres at the northeast corner of South Captain Hendry Drive and State Road 80 from Business (B-2) to Planned Unit Development (PUD), despite public opposition. The vote was 3-2, with conditions including an opaque gate, no migrant housing, and construction access only from SR 80. Additionally, the commission voted 4-1 to rescind the previous approval for a 9/11 Memorial Monument in Veterans Park.

Thu Sep 18, 2025

Special Final Budget Commission Meeting

City Commission adopts final budget and property tax levy for FY 2025-2026

The LaBelle City Commission will hold a special meeting to adopt the final budget and ad valorem tax levy for fiscal year 2025-2026. Two public hearings are scheduled for resolutions finalizing the tax rate and budget. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: LaBelle Commission adopts final tax levy and fiscal year 2025-2026 budget

The City Commission approved the final levying of ad valorem taxes for fiscal year 2025-2026. The commission also adopted the city's final budget for the same period. Both measures passed with a 4-1 vote.

Thu Sep 11, 2025

Regular Commission Meeting

Commission to consider annexation and zoning changes for 26‑acre property near Helms Road

The LaBelle City Commission will vote on the proposed millage rate and adopt the tentative municipal budget for fiscal year 2025‑2026. Several ordinances will be considered, including the annexation of a 26.26‑acre parcel south of Helms Road and multiple zoning map amendments that re‑designate portions of that parcel to Planned Unit Development. Additional items on the consent agenda, such as staff reports and insurance renewals, will also be approved.

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✓ Decided: City Commission adopts 2025‑26 tentative budget and key development measures

The commission approved the tentative municipal budget for FY 2025‑2026. It also adopted a millage‑rate resolution after reconsideration and approved the annexation of a 26.26‑acre property. Additional actions included approving a garden‑club planting, a lift‑station work description, and several assessment resolutions.

Thu Aug 7, 2025

Regular Commission Meeting

LaBelle Commission to consider ordinance amending mobile vending regulations

The City Commission will hold a second reading for an ordinance regarding street and mobile vending regulations. The body will also consider a Workforce Development Grant application and a PUD item involving food trucks.

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✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved consent agenda items, including July check register

The LaBelle City Commission approved the consent agenda items, which covered the July check register, July meeting minutes, staff reports from HCSO, the Fire, Building, and Code Enforcement departments, and a workforce development grant application. The motion was made by Vice Mayor Ratica, seconded by Commissioner Spratt, and passed unanimously. No other actions were decided; the earlier motion on the Food Truck Ordinance was withdrawn and will be revisited in October.

Thu Jul 31, 2025

City Commission Budget Workshop & Special Meeting

LaBelle City Commission to hold FY2025-2026 budget workshop

The City Commission is meeting for a budget workshop and special meeting. The primary purpose of the session is to receive presentations regarding the FY2025-2026 budget.

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✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved FY2025‑2026 Fire Department Budget Plan 3

The commission voted to adopt Plan 3 for the FY2025‑2026 LaBelle Fire Department budget. The motion, made by Commissioner Holland and seconded by Mayor Wilkins, passed unanimously with four yea votes. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous vote.

Thu Jul 24, 2025

City Commission Budget Workshop & Special Meeting

City Commission holds budget workshop to review FY2025‑2026 budget

The LaBelle City Commission will convene a budget workshop and special meeting on July 24, 2025. Commissioners will hear a presentation on the FY2025‑2026 budget.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved millage rate of 5.1414 and rollback rate of 4.8137

The LaBelle City Commission voted to adopt Resolution 2025-09, which sets the proposed millage rate at 5.1414 and the rollback rate at 4.8137. The motion passed unanimously with all five commissioners voting yea. The commission then adjourned the budget workshop and special meeting by unanimous vote.

Thu Jul 10, 2025

City Commission Budget Workshop & Special Meeting

LaBelle City Commission to hold budget workshop and special meeting

The City Commission is meeting to conduct a budget workshop and special meeting. The session includes the consideration of insurance rates and the fire department budget.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved employee insurance plan and Fire Department Budget Plan 3

The LaBelle City Commission unanimously approved the Base Plan and HSA 05180/-1 as employee insurance options. It also approved Fire Department Budget Plan 3 at a not‑to‑exceed rate, removing caps for vacate‑building, industrial, and commercial use. The workshop and special meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

Thu Jul 10, 2025

Local Planning Agency Meeting

LaBelle LPA to consider zoning change for 8.91-acre property

The Local Planning Agency will meet to discuss a zoning map amendment. The body is considering changing the designation of a specific property from Business (B-2) to Planned Unit Development (PUD).

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✓ Decided: Ordinance 2025-07 rejected as incompatible with comprehensive plan

The commission voted unanimously to reject Ordinance 2025-07, finding it not compatible with the Comprehensive Plan. The motion was made by Commissioner Spratt and seconded by Vice Mayor Ratica. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

Thu Jul 10, 2025

Regular Commission Meeting

City Commission to rename Collier Street to Nora’s Lane

The LaBelle City Commission will meet on July 10, 2025 to consider a range of items including routine consent agenda approvals and several public‑hearing actions. Commissioners will vote on a resolution to rename Collier Street as “Nora’s Lane” and on an ordinance that updates the city code for mobile street vending. Additional items include a Pocket Park presentation, a task order for a Resilient Florida vulnerability assessment, a financial statement from the LaBelle Downtown Revitalization Corporation, and a memorandum of understanding with the Hendry County Sheriff’s Office.

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✓ Decided: Commission unanimously renamed Collier Street to “Nora’s Lane”

The LaBelle City Commission approved several items, including the renaming of Collier Street to “Nora’s Lane,” a code enforcement settlement for 990 Tropicana, and a monument for the 9/11 Memorial Fund. It also rescheduled the August 14, 2025 meeting to August 7, 2025, continued Ordinance 2025‑03 to that date, and approved a grant support letter with a 3‑1 vote. All motions except the grant letter passed unanimously.

Mon Jun 23, 2025

City Commission Budget Workshop & Special Meeting

City Commission reviews FY2025-2026 utilities budget proposal

The LaBelle City Commission will hold a budget workshop and special meeting on June 23, 2025 to discuss the FY2025-2026 proposed budget for utilities. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and an invocation before the budget presentation. No other agenda items are listed.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves $7,500 donation to LaBelle Museum

The LaBelle City Commission approved a $7,500 donation to the LaBelle Museum to support staffing for additional open days. The motion, made by Commissioner Ratica and seconded by Commissioner Spratt, passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous motion.

Thu Jun 12, 2025

Regular Commission Meeting

Annexation of 26.26‑acre property near Helms Road into LaBelle city limits

The LaBelle City Commission will consider several ordinances, including the annexation of a 26.26‑acre parcel south of Helms Road and west of State Road 29. Other items include a mandatory year‑round landscape irrigation ordinance, amendments to street‑vending regulations, and a fence variance for 495 Davis Street. The meeting also includes a non‑public hearing on funding for capital improvements and routine consent‑agenda approvals.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved mandatory year‑round landscape irrigation ordinance (4‑1)

The LaBelle City Commission adopted Ordinance 2025-01, establishing mandatory year‑round landscape irrigation measures, with a 4‑1 vote. The commission also approved several other items, including a code enforcement settlement, capital‑improvement funding, an interlocal fuel‑tax agreement, a fence‑variance resolution, and appointments to the Housing Authority and Tourist Development Council. Budget workshop dates were set and consent was given for Hendry County to provide animal‑control services in the Montura area.

Thu Jun 12, 2025

Local Planning Agency Meeting

City proposes annexing a 26‑acre parcel south of Helms Road into LaBelle

The LaBelle Local Planning Agency will hold first readings of five ordinances. These include an amendment for the Disabled American Veterans Flea Market PUD adding about 0.48 acres of parking, a revision to the city’s street‑vending regulations, and three actions affecting a 26.26‑acre property south of Helms Road: annexation into city limits, a comprehensive‑plan map amendment changing its designation to outlying mixed‑use, and a zoning change to a Planned Unit Development. The agency will discuss and vote on these proposals.

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✓ Decided: City approves two ordinances and rejects a third for non‑compliance

The Local Planning Agency approved Ordinance 2025‑02, adding parking to the Disabled American Veterans Planned Unit Development, and Ordinance 2025‑03, amending mobile vending regulations. Both motions passed unanimously (5‑0). A separate motion found Ordinance 2025‑04 (and related ordinances) not in compliance with the comprehensive plan, passing 4‑1.

Thu Jun 12, 2025

City Commission Workshop

LaBelle City Commission to discuss fire assessment rate increases

The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss a preliminary assessment of the Comprehensive Plan. The body will also review fire assessment rate increases.

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✓ Decided: Commissioners unanimously adjourn the workshop

The City Commission voted to adjourn the workshop. The motion was made by Commissioner Spratt, seconded by Commissioner Ratica, and passed unanimously. No other actions were taken.

Thu May 8, 2025

Regular Commission Meeting

LaBelle Commission to consider mandatory year-round landscape irrigation measures

The City Commission will hold a first reading for an ordinance regarding landscape irrigation. The body is also discussing the termination of fluoride in water and FY2026 budget preparations.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved removal of fluoride from LaBelle's water supply (4-1)

The commission appointed Kevin Holland as Tax Assessor Commissioner and unanimously renamed Collier Avenue to Nora's Lane. It also approved the Ten‑8 Fire Safety Ladder Truck proposal and a tree‑removal permit with replanting requirements. A unanimous vote removed fluoride from the city water system (4‑1). The ordinance establishing mandatory year‑round landscape irrigation measures was moved to a second reading.

Thu Apr 10, 2025

Regular Commission Meeting

Commission will consider major water main design proposals and local infrastructure agreements

The LaBelle City Commission will vote on several consent agenda items, including approvals of March financial records and staff reports. Commissioners will also discuss multiple infrastructure contracts, such as Tetra Tech designs for the SR 80 potable water main loop and Helms Road water main, and an agreement with Axis Infrastructure, LLC for South LaBelle Village. Additional items include a city dock recommendation and a permit application for tree removal at the Tortilla Plant.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved $65,000 Wheeler Agreement Extension and appointed Deputy Vice Mayor

The LaBelle City Commission unanimously approved the Wheeler Agreement Extension with a $65,000 settlement. The commission also unanimously appointed Commissioner Jackie Ratica as Deputy Vice Mayor and to the Recreation Board. An outside city water utility rate of $8.70 per 1,000 gallons was approved. The Code Enforcement Report and Hendry County Sheriff Office Report were both approved.

Thu Mar 13, 2025

Regular Commission Meeting

Commission to consider terminating fluoride in LaBelle's water supply

The LaBelle City Commission will review several consent‑agenda items and staff reports, then move to non‑public hearing items. Commissioners will discuss the proposed termination of fluoride in the municipal water system, the Water and Wastewater Master Plans, a Parks & Recreation contribution, a comprehensive‑plan flyer, and a request to fully equip a new ladder truck. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes, staff reports, and a grant agreement.

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Thu Feb 13, 2025

Regular Commission Meeting

LaBelle Commission to review fire department rates and water main upgrades

The City Commission will discuss a fire department rate study and an audit report. The body is considering several special event applications and infrastructure agreements, including water main upgrades on Helms Road.

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Thu Feb 13, 2025

City Commission Comprehensive Plan Update Workshop

Commission will discuss LaBelle's Comprehensive Plan and related properties

The LaBelle City Commission will hold a workshop to review updates to the city's Comprehensive Plan. Commissioners will consider discussion items on the Comprehensive Plan and on city-owned properties. The agenda limits each non‑public hearing item to a brief presentation followed by discussion. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

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Thu Jan 9, 2025

Regular Commission Meeting

Commission will consider a temporary use permit for the Swamp Cabbage Festival

The LaBelle City Commission will approve the December check register and staff reports from the Building Department and Planning and Zoning. It will review a temporary use and special event application for the Swamp Cabbage Festival. The commission will also consider a tree removal permit for 725 West Hickpochee Avenue and receive a Law Enforcement Appreciation Day proclamation. An insurance claim comment will be heard during public comment.

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