Wauchula, FL

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Code Enforcement Board will meet to review and act on 13 new code enforcement cases. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the August 27, 2026, hearing.

• Case BL-1116GQHLTC: 850 Third Street East
• Cases WPD 003153 and WPD003154: 415 S 1st Avenue
• Cases 26-132-L and 26-133-NA: 319 N 9th Avenue
• Cases 26-155-L and 26-156-NA: 501 E Oak Street
• Case 26-168-L: 311 S 7th Avenue

City Commission and CRA Board Workshop

City Commission and CRA Board Meeting

City Commission and CRA Board Meeting

City Commission and CRA Board Meeting

The City Commission and CRA Board will meet to discuss fiscal year budget adjustments and text amendments. The body will also review a resolution regarding bids for the Southwest Area Elevated Tower & Water Line Project.

• Ordinance 2026-15: Final Budget Adjustments Fiscal Year 25-26
• Resolution 2026-26: Rejecting all bids for Southwest Area Elevated Tower & Water Line Project
• Ordinance 2026-13: EAR Based Text Amendments
• Award recommendation for RFQ 26-02: Airport Deep Water Well engineering services
• Commercial Revitalization Grant Program and Main Street Wauchula Funding Agreement

City Commission and CRA Board Workshop

The Wauchula City Commission and CRA Board hold a workshop on Monday, October 05, 2026 at 5:00 PM at Historic City Hall, 225 East Main Street, Suite 105. The commission is set to discuss a decision on a bid protest for ITB 26-04, the Southwest Area Elevated Water Tower Project, and an award recommendation for RFQ 26-02 for professional engineering services for the Airport Deep Water Well. Other workshop items include code enforcement updates, the Gardens at Midtown bond and maintenance agreement, Ordinance 2026-13 EAR-based text amendments, a Wauchula Train Depot flooring update, crime statistics, and a strategic plan update. The CRA Board portion covers a Main Street Wauchula funding agreement and a Commercial Revitalization Grant Program.

• Decision & discussion on bid protest for ITB 26-04 Southwest Area Elevated Water Tower Project
• Award recommendation for RFQ 26-02 professional engineering services for the Airport Deep Water Well
• Ordinance 2026-13 EAR Based Text Amendments
• Gardens at Midtown Bond and Maintenance Agreement
• CRA items: Main Street Wauchula Funding Agreement and Commercial Revitalization Grant Program

Special Meeting

The Wauchula City Commission holds a special meeting on Monday, September 28, 2026 at 5:05 PM at Historic City Hall, 225 East Main Street, Suite 105. The agenda centers on two financial actions for fiscal year 2026-2027: Resolution 2026-20 adopting the final millage rate and the second reading of Ordinance 2026-14 adopting the final budget. The commission will also consider a vacant land contract tied to a runway extension project and Resolution 2026-22, a draft grant agreement for Court St. The agenda does not state dollar amounts, millage figures, or contract terms.

• Resolution 2026-20: final millage rate for FY 2026-2027
• Ordinance 2026-14: final budget for FY 2026-2027, second reading
• Vacant land contract related to the Runway Extension Project
• Resolution 2026-22: draft grant agreement 447959 for Court St.
• Public comment on non-agenda items

The Wauchula City Commission approved the final millage rate and budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. Additionally, the Commission authorized a land purchase for a runway extension and accepted three grant agreements for street improvements and power plant demolition.

• Approved 2026-2027 millage rate of 5.8318 (4-0)
• Approved 2026-2027 final budget (4-0)
• Approved land purchase for runway extension (4-0)
• Accepted $166,130 grant for Court St. (4-0)
• Accepted $63,242 grant for Alabama St. (4-0)
• Accepted up to $4,000,000 grant for power plant demolition (4-0)

Planning and Zoning Board Meeting

The Wauchula Planning and Zoning Board is meeting to consider Ordinance 2026-13, which involves EAR-based text amendments, and to discuss a special exception request for a property at 409 N Florida Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from its June 15, 2026 meeting and take public comment on non-agenda items.

• Ordinance 2026-13: EAR-based text amendments
• Special exception request at 409 N Florida Avenue
• Approval of minutes from 06/15/2026 meeting
• Public comment period for non-agenda items

The Wauchula Planning and Zoning Board approved the minutes from the June 15, 2026 meeting, recommended approval of Ordinance 2026-13 for EAR-based text amendments with changes to the Comprehensive Plan Update, and approved a special exception request for 409 N. Florida Ave. to rebuild under the Florida Rebuild Program.

• Approved minutes for 06/15/2026 Planning and Zoning Meeting (4-0)
• Recommended approval with changes for Ordinance 2026-13 EAR Based Text Amendments (3-0)
• Denied request to change the acronym ICE to IGC in Policies 8.1 and 8.3
• Approved Special Exception for 409 N. Florida Avenue to rebuild within the existing zoning designation through the Florida Rebuild Program (4-0)

City Commission and CRA Board Meeting

The Wauchula City Commission and CRA Board will consider setting the tentative millage rate and adopting the final budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, along with several ordinances and resolutions. The agenda includes public hearings, pension board actions, and various project awards and agreements. The meeting also covers appointments, a lien reduction request, and setting the date for trick-or-treating.

• Resolution 2026-17 setting tentative millage rate for 2026-2027 FY
• Ordinance 2026-14 adoption of final budget for 2026-2027 FY (first reading)
• Ordinance 2026-12 amending animal control code (second reading)
• Resolution 2026-16 tentative award for Southwest Area Elevated Water Tower
• ITB 26-05 Rotating Beacon & Tower Project award recommendation

The City Commission approved a tentative millage rate of 5.8318 (the rolled-back rate) and gave first reading to the FY 2026-2027 final budget. It also approved a $20,000 lien reduction for the Brown Trust on a 3-2 vote, awarded a $231,370.00 beacon and tower project to Trinity Electrical Services, and accepted several grants including $3,500,000.00 for Farr Field Park Phase 2 and $2,000,000.00 for Community Court Park. The General Pension Board and CRA Board met separately and their actions were ratified by the Commission.

• Approved Resolution 2026-17 setting tentative millage rate at rolled-back rate 5.8318 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-14 first reading of FY 2026-2027 final budget (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-12 amending Chapter 4 animal control, second reading (5-0)
• Approved $20,000.00 lien reduction for Brown Trust on 121 W Main St, 125 W Main St, and 126 E Townsend (3-2; Albritton and G. Smith voted no)
• Awarded ITB 26-05 Rotating Beacon & Tower Project to Trinity Electrical Services for $231,370.00 (5-0)
• Approved EDA grant agreement accepting $322,600.00 for Pavement Management & Electric Distribution System Master Plan (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-18 accepting $3,500,000.00 grant for Farr Field Park Improvements Phase 2 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-19 accepting $2,000,000.00 for Community Court Park (5-0)

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Wauchula Code Enforcement Hearing will consider 12 new cases involving property code violations across the city. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and take public comment on non-agenda items.

• Penny Vanover, 2948 Redbird LN, Zolfo Springs (case BL-111647FTJL)
• Marnesia Lashay Pittman Okeke & Derrick Lavore Paige Jr., 422 S 11th Avenue (two cases: 26-065-L, 26-066-NA)
• Hardee Development Street LLC, 206 W Palmetto Street (26-074-L)
• Waterfall Capital Group LLC, 709 E Bay Street (two cases: 26-084-M, 26-078-L)
• Marcelino B Martinez-Bautista, 604 N 8th Avenue (26-088-L)

The Wauchula Code Enforcement Hearing on August 27, 2026 approved the prior July 23 minutes and heard 12 cases, most of which were cleared before the hearing. For 709 E Bay Street, owner Gabriel Reed must obtain a demolition permit by October 30, 2026 or face a $100-per-day fine; the lot-maintenance case at the same address drew no fine while it stays clean. At 415 S 1st Avenue, the owner has until September 25, 2026 to comply or face $100 per day, and a school-zone speeding citation against Penny Vanover was upheld with no license points.

• Approved July 23, 2026 Code Enforcement Hearing and Animal Control Case minutes
• Upheld school-zone citation against Penny Vanover; no license points, fine payable through Blueline
• Found violations at 206 W Palmetto Street (Hardee Development Street LLC); order issued, no fine or administrative costs now
• Gave 709 E Bay Street owner Gabriel Reed until October 30, 2026 to pull a demolition permit or face $100/day fine
• No fine at 709 E Bay Street lot-maintenance case while lot remains in compliance
• Gave 415 S 1st Avenue owner until September 25, 2026 to comply or face $100/day fine
• Cleared seven cases before the hearing (422 S 11th Avenue x2, 604 N 8th Avenue, 712 N 9th Avenue, 1070 S Florida Avenue, 109 Inglis Way, 411 E Orange Street)

City Commission and CRA Board Meeting

The City Commission and CRA Board will meet to consider several contracts and agreements, including a major engineering services contract for the wastewater system, a grant for a fuel farm generator, and a school resource officer agreement. The CRA Board will also discuss the master redevelopment plan update and award a construction manager at risk contract.

• Ordinance 2026-12 amending Chapter 4 (Animal Control) - first reading
• DCCM Master Consulting Agreement - RFQ 26-01 for wastewater system engineering
• Resolution 2026-15 FAA Grant Agreement for fuel farm generator
• 2026-2027 SRO Agreement
• CRA RFQ 26-02 Construction Manager at Risk award recommendation

The Wauchula City Commission and CRA Board met on August 10, 2026, with Commissioner Sherri Albritton absent. The Commission approved several items, including a first reading of Ordinance 2026-12 amending animal control rules, a consulting agreement for wastewater engineering, an FAA grant resolution for a fuel farm generator, and a school resource officer agreement. The CRA Board approved construction manager at risk contracts and opened a revitalization grant cycle, then the Commission ratified those CRA actions. The CRA Master Redevelopment Plan was presented but no decision was made; it will return in September.

• Approved agenda (2-0, with two commissioners not voting)
• Approved minutes for 7/6/2026 Budget Workshop, 7/6/2026 Commission Workshop, and 7/13/2026 Commission Meeting (2-0)
• Advanced Ordinance 2026-12 amending Chapter 4 animal control on first reading (2-0)
• Approved DCCM Master Consulting Agreement for wastewater engineering services (2-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-15 FAA grant agreement for fuel farm generator (2-0)
• Approved 2026-2027 SRO Agreement (2-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 7-11, including PREPAC license, animal shelter interlocal, drug-free workplace amendment, federal awards policy manual, and recreation complex interlocal (2-0)
• Approved CRA minutes, CMAR award recommendation, CMAR services contract, Skyline Commercial Systems contract, and opening revitalization grant cycle Aug 11–Sep 29, 2026 (all 2-0); Commission ratified CRA actions (2-0)

City Commission and CRA Board Workshop

The City Commission and CRA Board will hold workshops to discuss various interlocal agreements and financial reports. The CRA session focuses on construction manager awards and the Master Redevelopment Plan update.

• PREPAC License Agreement
• Red Light Camera discussion
• Interlocal Agreement for Use of Animal Shelter
• Interlocal Agreement for Hardee County Recreation Complex
• CRA RFQ 26-02 Construction Manager at Risk Award Recommendation

The City Commission and CRA Board held a workshop on August 3, 2026, and took no votes — the minutes state the commission workshop was for discussion only. Items reviewed included the PREPAC License Agreement, a Red Light Camera presentation by WPD Chief Ron Curtis, an Interlocal Agreement for use of the animal shelter, the 2026-2027 SRO Agreement, a PRR amendment on a Drug-Free Workplace, the Quarterly Financial Report, a Federal Rewards policy manual, and an Interlocal Agreement for the Hardee County Recreation Complex. In the CRA workshop, staff recommended awarding a Construction Manager at Risk contract to Halfacre Construction and presented a contract for Skyline Commercial Systems, with approval requested at next week's meeting; the CRA Master Redevelopment Plan update was not discussed and moved to next week.

• No voting occurred at the commission workshop; minutes state it was for discussion only
• CRA staff recommended awarding the Construction Manager at Risk contract to Halfacre Construction (no vote recorded)
• Skyline Commercial Systems contract presented; approval requested at next week's meeting (no vote recorded)
• CRA Master Redevelopment Plan update not discussed; moved to next week's meeting
• PRR amendment re Drug-Free Workplace recommended by Labor Attorney to draft and make changes (no vote recorded)

Airport Advisory Board Meeting

The Airport Advisory Board will meet to review updates on several infrastructure projects. Discussions include hangar repairs and the status of the RW 36 extension.

• DB T-Hangers and Hanger Repairs
• RW 36 Extension Update
• New Two-Tank Fuel Farm Project and Generator Set Update
• Rotating Beacon Update
• Myakka Head Aviation Update

The Wauchula Airport Advisory Board meeting on August 3, 2026, was primarily informational, with no formal votes taken on substantive items. Staff and consultants provided updates on several projects, including the status of T-hangar repairs, the runway 36 extension, and the new fuel farm. The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the June 1, 2026 meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved the June 1, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Code Enforcement Board will meet to review one old case and two new cases regarding property citations. The body will determine compliance or penalties for the listed addresses.

• Case review for 319 N 9th Avenue (Citation #WPD003151)
• New case review for 920 S 7th Avenue (26-059-M)
• New case review for 408 N 8th Avenue (26-067-NA)

The Magistrate fined a property owner for animal control violations and set a repair deadline for a residential property. One case was cleared prior to the hearing.

• Approved May 28, 2026, Code Enforcement and Animal Control minutes
• Fined Angel Lopez Diego $150.00 for loose dog violation at 319 N 9th Avenue
• Ordered Bertin Garcia Sotelo and Maria Alejandrina Delarosa Rodriguez to fix vinyl siding at 920 S 7th Avenue by August 24, 2026, or face $100.00 daily fines
• Case 26-067-NA for Sergio and Genoveva Negrete cleared prior to hearing

City Commission and CRA Board Meeting

The City Commission will consider the proposed FY 26-27 millage rate and several infrastructure projects. The meeting also includes a CRA Board session regarding an outdoor sound system award recommendation.

• Ordinance 2026-10: PUD for Sheriff's Office Complex & Detention Facility
• Resolution 2026-14: Proposed Millage Rate for FY 26-27
• ITB 26-03: WMA Fuel Farm & Generator Project Award Recommendation
• RFQ 26-02: Professional Engineering Services - Airport Deepwater Well Project
• CRA RFP 26-02: Permanent Outdoor Sound System Award Recommendation

The City Commission approved a planned unit development for the Sheriff's Office and detention facility and proposed a millage rollback rate of 5.8318 for FY 26-27. The board also awarded several infrastructure contracts and approved the September 30, 2025 audit. The CRA Board awarded a contract for a permanent outdoor sound system.

• Approved Ordinance 2026-10 PUD for Sheriff's Office Complex & Detention Facility
• Approved Resolution 2026-14 proposing a millage rollback rate of 5.8318 for FY 26-27
• Approved September 30, 2025 Audit
• Awarded Fuel Farm project to Cobb Construction and GenSet portion to Gonzalez & Sons Equipment
• Approved transfer of surplus duty firearm to Retired Chief of Police John Eason
• Approved site recommendation for Senior Center at a vacant lot owned by the Methodist Church
• Approved revised Peace River Park Rules & Regulations to remove primitive camping
• CRA Board awarded Permanent Outdoor Sound System project to Skyline Commercial Systems

Historic Preservation Board Meeting

The board will meet to review and approve the minutes from the June 8, 2026, meeting. The agenda also includes a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for 126 S 7th Avenue.

• Approval of June 8, 2026, meeting minutes
• Certificate of Appropriateness - 126 S 7th Avenue

The Board approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for displaying art on the five blocks in front of the City Administration Building. The project involves rotating displays of local artist work to promote downtown foot traffic. A 'Call for Artist' announcement is scheduled for August 7, 2026.

• Approved June 8, 2026, meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 126 S 7th Avenue (3-0)

Budget Workshop

The City Commission will hold a workshop to review the presentation of the 2026-2027 proposed budget. This meeting is dedicated to discussing upcoming fiscal year financial plans.

• 2026-2027 Proposed Budget Presentation

The City Commission held a budget workshop to discuss a proposed budget of $28,688,439.00, which is balanced using the rollback rate. Staff presented detailed expenditure plans for personnel, operations, and capital projects across city funds. No formal votes were taken during the workshop.

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission and CRA Board will discuss several ordinances, resolutions, and contract award recommendations. The agenda includes items regarding a sheriff's office complex, airport projects, and professional service awards.

• Ordinance 2026-10: PUD for Sheriff's Office Complex & Detention Facility
• Resolution 2026-13: Variance for Gardens at Midtown
• ITB 26-05: Wauchula Municipal Airport Rotating Beacon Project
• RFP 26-01: Grant Administration Services award recommendation
• RFQ 26-01: Professional Engineering Services award recommendation

The City Commission held a workshop to review several pending ordinances, resolutions, and contract recommendations. No formal votes were recorded as the meeting served as a workshop for discussion.

• Discussed Ordinance 2026-10 PUD for Sheriff's Office Complex & Detention Facility
• Reviewed Resolution 2026-13 variance request for Gardens at Midtown
• Reviewed ITB 26-05 for Wauchula Municipal Airport Rotating Beacon Project
• Reviewed recommendation to award RFP 26-01 (Grant Administration Services) to Angie Brewer & Associates
• Reviewed recommendation to award RFQ 26-01 (Professional Engineering Services) to DCCM

Planning and Zoning Board Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Board will meet on June 15, 2026, to review the minutes from the March 16 meeting. The primary agenda item is a discussion regarding Ordinance 2026-10, a zoning amendment for Hardee BOCC US 17.

• Ordinance 2026-10: Zoning Amendment for Hardee BOCC US 17

The Planning and Zoning Board approved Ordinance 2026-10 regarding a zoning amendment for the Hardee BOCC US 17 property. The board also approved the March 16, 2026, meeting minutes.

• Approved March 16, 2026, meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-10 zoning amendment for Hardee BOCC US 17 (3-0)

Historic Preservation Board Meeting

The board will review minutes from the February 23, 2026 meeting. Discussion includes new flooring for the Train Depot and a Certificate of Appropriateness for 217 E Main St.

• Certificate of Appropriateness - 217 E Main St
• New Flooring at the Train Depot

The Historic Preservation Board approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for renovations at 217 E Main St to bring the building up to code. The project includes interior renovations, brick repair, canopy work, and ADA accessibility updates. The board also discussed new flooring plans for the Train Depot.

• Approved February 23, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 217 E Main St (3-0)

City Commission and CRA Board Meeting

The City Commission will consider an ordinance for a Sheriff's Office Complex and Detention Facility. The General Pension Board will review cost of living adjustments and financial updates. The CRA Board will address construction services and the Hogan St Extension Project.

• Ordinance 2026-10: PUD for Sheriff's Office Complex & Detention Facility
• Ordinance 2026-11: Cost of Living Adjustment for Retirees
• ITB 26-04: Southwest Area Elevated Tower and Water Line Project
• Resolution 2026-12: Wauchula Deepwell Potable Water and Fire Safety Improvements
• Hogan St Extension Project: Use of CRA funds up to $100,000.00

The City Commission approved a first reading for the Sheriff's Office Complex and Detention Facility PUD with specific conditions. The Commission also approved several service agreements, construction awards, and pension board actions.

• Approved Ordinance 2026-10 (Sheriff's Office Complex PUD) on first reading (5-0)
• Approved 4/13/2026 General Pension Board minutes (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-11 (Retiree Cost of Living Adjustment) on first reading (5-0)
• Approved Pension Quarterly Financial Update (5-0)
• Approved expected rate of return for pension fund at 6.75% (5-0)
• Approved General Pension and OPEB Valuations (5-0)
• Approved all General Pension Board actions (5-0)
• Approved Train Depot flooring image with clean surface/mild lines (3-2)

City Commission and CRA Board Workshop

The City Commission and CRA Board will conduct a workshop covering municipal updates, infrastructure resolutions, and development ordinances. The agenda includes discussions on potential sites for a senior center and flooring at the Depot.

• Ordinance 2026-10: PUD for Sheriff's Office Complex & Detention Facility
• Resolution 2026-12: Wauchula Deepwell Potable Water and Fire Safety Improvements
• RFI 26-01: Potential Sites for Senior Center
• CRA RFP 26-02: Permanent Outdoor Sound System
• ITB 26-02 Award Recommendation

The Commission reviewed a $1,332,938.00 grant agreement for water and fire safety improvements. Discussions included flooring concepts for the Depot, zoning for a Sheriff's Office complex, and potential locations for a new senior center.

• Swore in Officer Maria Quinones to the WPD
• Directed the presentation of Depot flooring concept to the Historic Preservation Board on 6/22/26
• Decided to cancel the regular September workshop

Airport Advisory Board Meeting

The Wauchula Municipal Airport Advisory Board will discuss several infrastructure projects. Discussion items include the new Two-Tank Fuel Farm Project, hanger repairs, and a runway extension update.

• DB T-Hangers and Hanger Repairs
• RW 36 Extension Update
• New Two-Tank Fuel Farm Project and Generator Set Update
• Rotating Beacon Update
• Myakka Head Aviation Update

The Wauchula Airport Advisory Board met to review status reports on multiple airport infrastructure projects, including runway extensions, hangar construction, and fuel farm upgrades. Members discussed permitting timelines, contractor bids, and potential state funding requests but did not vote on any contracts or policy changes. The only formal action taken was approving the minutes from February and April 2026 by a 4-0 vote. These updates track progress on facilities that support local aviation operations and regional economic development.

• Approved minutes for Feb. 2 and Apr. 6 meetings (4-0)

Code Enforcement Hearing - Animal Control

The Code Enforcement Board will hear a new case involving Bethany Lorine Lazo Rimes at 415 S 1st Avenue. The meeting is scheduled for May 28, 2026, at Historic City Hall.

• Case # 312026001024: 415 S 1st Avenue

Magistrate Mitchell issued a fine against Bethany Lorine Lazo Rimes regarding an incident at 415 S 1st Avenue. The total amount includes a $100 fine and $70 in administrative costs.

• Fined Bethany Lorine Lazo Rimes $100 for violation of Chapter 4 Section 8
• Assessed $70 in administrative costs

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Code Enforcement Board will meet to review minutes from previous hearings and consider one new case. The new case involves the property at 218 N 7th Avenue regarding First United Methodist Church of Wauchula.

• Review of minutes for 02/26/2026 and 04/23/2026 hearings
• New case 26-031-M: 218 N 7th Avenue (First United Methodist Church of Wauchula)

Magistrate Mitchell approved the minutes from previous hearings and addressed a code enforcement case regarding First United Methodist Church. The church was given until July 1, 2026, to obtain a permit for building demolition. If no permit is pulled by that date, a fine of $100 per day will go into effect.

• Approved minutes for 02/26/2026 and 04/23/2026 hearings
• Set July 1, 2026 deadline for permit at 218 N 7th Avenue
• Ordered $100 per day fine if permit is not pulled by July 1, 2026

City Commission and CRA Board Meeting

The Commission will conduct final readings for ordinances regarding 119 Ohio Ave and plat approval processes. The agenda also includes discussions on power costs, new flooring at The Train Depot, and camping considerations for Peace River Park.

• Ordinance 2026-06: FLU Amendment for 119 Ohio Ave
• Ordinance 2026-07: Zoning for 119 Ohio Ave
• Ordinance 2026-09: ULDC Text Amendment for Administrative Approval of Final Plats
• Request to install new flooring at The Train Depot
• Peace River Park camping consideration

The Commission approved land use and zoning amendments for 119 Ohio Ave and a text amendment regarding final plats. Overnight camping was discontinued at Peace River Park, and a request for new flooring at The Train Depot was tabled until June.

• Approved Ordinance 2026-06 FLU Amendment for 119 Ohio Ave (2-0, 1 abstaining)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-07 Zoning for 119 Ohio Ave (2-0, 1 abstaining)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-09 ULDC Text Amendment (3-0)
• Tabled Train Depot flooring request until June workshop (3-0)
• Set $300 annual premium with 3% escalator for Sellers/Knight license agreement (3-0)
• Discontinued overnight camping at Peace River Park (3-0)
• Approved CRA minutes and RFQ 26-01 contract (3-0)
• Approved CRA RFP 26-01 award recommendation (2-0, 1 abstaining)

City Commission and CRA Board Workshop

The City Commission and CRA Board will discuss various infrastructure projects, city policies, and financial reports. The agenda includes discussions on municipal airport upgrades and a resiliency hub project.

• Hardee County Government Center and Resiliency Hub (HCSO) Project Proposal
• ITB 26-03 Wauchula Municipal Airport Fuel Farm and Generator Project
• Resolution 2026-11 Vacating Alley (Foster's Addition Subdivision)
• CDBG-DR Rebuild Florida Infrastructure Repair Program RFP and RFQ
• Quarterly Financial Report

The City Commission held a workshop discussing several pending items including a proposed sheriff's office complex and a revocable license agreement. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded during this session.

• Discussed Hardee County Government Center and Resiliency Hub rezoning proposal
• Requested further research on annual insurance fees for a revocable license agreement
• Reviewed bid documents for Riverview Heights storm hardening and lift station projects
• Reviewed airport fuel farm and generator project bid document
• Presented updated City safety manual
• Discussed vacating an alley in Foster's Addition Subdivision
• Recommended moving forward with the 287(g) Task Force Officer program MOU
• Reviewed CRA contract and award recommendation for EO Koch

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Code Enforcement Board will review several new cases involving various properties in Wauchula. The agenda includes multiple citations and notices related to addresses on N 9th Avenue, S 1st Avenue, E Oak Street, and E Summit Street.

• 210 S 1st Avenue (Twaine Henry Youngblood)
• 405 Heard Bridge Road (Julio Cesar Alvarez & Odalys Rodriguez Gonzalez)
• 310 N 9th Avenue (Jose M Garcia Jr)
• 615 E Oak Street (Maria D De Gutierrez Tapia)
• 702 E Summit Street (Lisa E Wright)

Special Magistrate Mitchell issued compliance deadlines of May 25, 2026, for several properties involving roof repairs, window boards, debris, and vehicle removal. Failure to comply by the deadline results in a fine of $100 per day. Two cases were closed and one case regarding livestock was dismissed.

• Approved March 26, 2026 minutes
• Closed case 26-009-M (210 S 1st Avenue)
• Ordered compliance by May 25 for roof repairs at 405 Heard Bridge Road ($100/day fine if not met)
• Ordered compliance by May 25 for window boards at 310 N 9th Avenue ($100/day fine if not met)
• Ordered compliance by May 25 for lot debris at 310 N 9th Avenue ($100/day fine if not met)
• Dismissed case 26-034-FA (310 N 9th Avenue) due to lack of evidence
• Ordered compliance by May 25 for vehicle removal at 310 N 9th Avenue ($100/day fine if not met)
• Closed case 26-036-F (615 E Oak Street)

Planning and Zoning Board Meeting CANCELLED

City Commission and CRA Board Meeting

The City Commission will consider ordinances regarding water/sewer connection fees and the annexation of 119 Ohio Ave. The meeting also includes sessions for the General Pension Board and the CRA Board to review financial reports and budget adjustments.

• Ordinance 2026-04: Modifying Water and Sewer Capital Connection Fees
• Ordinance 2026-05: Annexation of 119 Ohio Ave
• Ordinance 2026-08: Police Pension Share Plan Amendment
• ITB 2026-02: Hogan Street Extension Improvements
• CRA Budget Adjustment: Transferring funds from Power Plant Project to Parking Lot Project

The City Commission approved changes to water and sewer capital connection fees and multiple ordinances regarding 119 Ohio Ave. The General Pension Board and CRA Board also held meetings to approve various items including pension amendments and budget adjustments.

• Approved Ordinance 2026-04 modifying water and sewer capital connection fees (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-05 annexation of 119 Ohio Ave (2-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-06 FLU Amendment for 119 Ohio Ave (2-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-07 Zoning for 119 Ohio Ave (2-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-09 ULDC Text Amendment (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-08 Police Pension Share Plan Amendment (3-0)
• Approved Hogan Street Extension Improvements bid documents (3-0)
• Approved CRA award recommendation to FG+M Architecture (3-0)

Airport Advisory Board Meeting

The Wauchula Airport Advisory Board will review minutes from a previous meeting and discuss several capital projects, including DB T-Hangars, runway 36 extension, and a new fuel farm. The board will also review an airport budget and a rotating beacon update.

• Approval of February 2, 2026 meeting minutes
• DB T-Hangars and Hangar Repairs discussion
• RW 36 Extension Update
• New Two-Tank Fuel Farm Project and Generator Set Update
• Rotating Beacon Update

The board reviewed updates on various airport infrastructure projects and discussed the airport fund budget. Members expressed interest in conducting a study of surrounding airports to compare current rental and landing fees.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Tabled approval of February 2, 2026 minutes until next meeting

City Commission and CRA Board Workshop

The City Commission and CRA Board will hold a workshop to discuss revocable license agreements, zoning ordinances, and a variance request. The agenda also includes a strategic plan update and a preliminary plat for Gardens of Midtown.

• Revocable License Agreement with Pamela Sellers & Kassie Knight
• Ordinance 2026-06 FLU Amendment for 119 Ohio Ave
• Ordinance 2026-07 Zoning for 119 Ohio Ave
• Resolution 2026-10 Variance Request - 0 Heard Bridge Road
• TIF Agreement for Bay St & 1st Ave

The City Commission discussed several ordinances and a variance request for Heard Bridge Road. A decision was made to delay the Revocable License Agreement for Pamela Sellers and Kassie Knight until May due to insurance concerns.

• Delayed Revocable License Agreement for Pamela Sellers & Kassie Knight until May
• Discussed signage requirements for industrial or farmer's markets
• Reviewed Gardens of Midtown preliminary plat
• Reviewed Ordinance 2026-06 and 2026-07 regarding 119 Ohio Ave
• Reviewed Ordinance 2026-09 ULDC Text Amendment
• Discussed Resolution 2026-10 variance request for 0 Heard Bridge Road
• Presented surplus vehicles including a 2022 F150 and 30' Gooseneck Trailer
• Reviewed TIF Agreement for Bay St & 1st Ave

Code Enforcement - Citation Hearing

The Wauchula Code Enforcement Board will hold a citation hearing to consider minutes from January 22, 2026, review old cases, and hear a new case involving Clarence See. No details on violations or proposed fines are provided in the agenda.

• Minutes for January 22, 2026 Citation Hearing
• Review of old cases
• New case: Clarence See

The case against Clarence See regarding a vehicle traveling 26 mph in a 15 mph school zone was dismissed. Special Magistrate Mitchell cited a lack of evidence identifying the driver at the time of the violation.

• Approved January 22, 2026 Citation Hearing minutes
• Dismissed Clarence See speeding case

Code Enforcement Hearing - CANCELED

The Code Enforcement Hearing originally scheduled for March 26, 2026, has been canceled. No actions or decisions will be taken regarding the listed cases at this time.