Lake Alfred public meetings in 2024

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board will review and recommend on proposed text amendments to the Unified Land Development Code covering district standards, use provisions, resource protection, and definitions. Key changes include a new Mobile Home Park zoning designation, cleanup of overlay district use tables, and new permitting requirements for clearing lakefront vegetation. The board's recommendation will go to the City Commission.

• Establishment of a new 'Mobile Home Park' zoning designation to separate townhomes/apartments from mobile home parks
• Cleanup of overlay district table of uses with new symbols: 'UL' (defers to underlying zoning) and 'Pr' (prohibited)
• Table of Use changes: 'Wholesale Trade' added; 'Mini-Warehouse' removed from C-1, C-2, C-3 and left in I-1 industrial; RN-2 restricted to attached units only
• New lakefront vegetation clearing permit process requiring permits for clearing more than 10 feet of vegetation
• Added 'transfer switch' requirement for gas stations from Florida Statutes for emergency generator power

The Planning and Zoning Board unanimously approved forwarding a package of Unified Land Development Code (ULDC) text amendments to the City Commission with a recommendation of approval. The amendments include establishing a Mobile Home Park zoning designation, cleaning up the table of uses, and refining vegetation clearing rules for lake frontage. Staff noted that some language, such as the vegetation clearing provision, may be further refined before first reading.

• Approved forwarding ULDC text amendments to City Commission (unanimous)
• Approved November 21, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Code Enforcement Special Magistrate

The Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will hear consent agenda items that include supplemental orders imposing fines and authorizing abatement and foreclosure for code violations on several properties. The board will also consider reduction/reconsideration requests on prior orders for a mobile home park. No new business or other items are scheduled.

• Consent agenda items for properties at 555 Midway Ave., 670 Alfred St. E., 0 Delbert Collins Rd., and 0 US Hwy. 557 facing fine orders and possible foreclosure
• Supplemental order imposing fine and authorizing abatement/foreclosure for Case #2019-00009 (Frantz Momplaisir, 555 Midway Ave.)
• Reduction/reconsideration requests for four cases (2023-00002, 2023-00008, 2023-00009, 2023-00010) involving Lake Alfred MHP LLC at 670 Alfred St. E. and 80 Cypress Dr.
• No new business, orders finding violation, or old business on the agenda

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will review the proposed Final Plat for the Polk Commerce & Logistics Park (Gapway Groves) project. The board will also establish the hearing schedule for 2025.

• Polk Commerce & Logistics Park (Gapway Groves) Final Plat review

Community Redevelopment Agency Board

The CRA Board is considering Resolution 04-24 to amend its fiscal year 2023/2024 budget, including a $165,000 carryover for residential façade grants awarded in the past cycle. The board will also approve consent agenda items, such as meeting minutes from September 19, 2024.

• CRA Resolution 04-24: final budget adjustment for FY 23/24 with $165,000 carryover for residential façade grants
• Approval of Community Redevelopment Agency meeting minutes from September 19, 2024

Code Enforcement Special Magistrate

The special magistrate will consider supplemental orders imposing fines and authorizing abatement and foreclosure for multiple code violation cases, including properties on Midway Ave., W. Davis Ave., Cross Ave., and S. Lake Shore Way. New business includes orders finding violations for properties on E. Sanford St. and W. Columbia St. The meeting will also approve minutes from the previous hearing.

• Supplemental order imposing fine and authorizing abatement/foreclosure for Frantz Momplaisir at 555 Midway Ave. (4 cases)
• Supplemental order imposing fine and authorizing abatement/foreclosure for Betty T. Conner at 390 W. Davis Ave. (4 cases)
• Supplemental order imposing fine and authorizing abatement/foreclosure for Mary E. Sharrett at 1120 Cross Ave.
• Supplemental order imposing fine for Sally Laurell at 1080 S. Lake Shore Way
• Order finding violation for Bobby Creech at 325 E. Sanford St. and Servbank SB Inc. at 595 W. Columbia St.

Code Enforcement Special Magistrate

The Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will hear cases involving fines and violations for building without permits, parking, junk and overgrowth, and a repeat offense. The agenda includes approval of minutes from July 18, 2024, and a consent agenda item for a supplemental order imposing a fine. No reduction requests or old business are scheduled.

• Supplemental order imposing fine for building without permits (Case 2024-00001-R) at 340 W. Pierce St.
• Order finding violation for parking (Case 2024-00040) at 340 W. Pierce St.
• Order finding violation for junk & overgrowth (Case 2023-00050) at 485 N. Buena Vista Dr.
• Order finding violation for repeat case (Case 2024-00049-R) at 180 Ramona Ave. N.
• Approval of minutes from July 18, 2024

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will discuss approval of the FDOT application for the Lake Alfred Christmas Parade, scheduled for December 14, 2024, on a route requiring closure of S Lake Shore Way. They will also receive an events update from the Parks Director and consider a new rental application for Mackay Gardens and the Albertus Maultsby Community Center. The board will vote on minutes from the November 7, 2023 and March 5, 2024 meetings.

• Discussion and potential approval of FDOT permit for Christmas Parade route closure on S Lake Shore Way
• New rental application for Mackay Gardens and Albertus Maultsby Community Center
• Approval of minutes from November 7, 2023 and March 5, 2024
• Events update from Parks Director (no details provided)

The Lake Alfred Parks and Recreation Board approved the same Christmas parade route as last year for the FDOT application, and approved updated rental applications for Mackay Gardens and the Albertus Maultsby Community Center with clearer rate details and reduced discounts. The board also approved minutes from previous meetings.

• Approved minutes from Nov 7, 2023 and Mar 5, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved same Christmas parade route for FDOT application (unanimous)
• Approved updated rental applications for Mackay Gardens and AMCC with clearer rates (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Lake Alfred Planning & Zoning Board will discuss and potentially make recommendations on three business items: a conditional use/site development plan for the City water plant, a future land use change for Heritage Ag, and a zoning change for Heritage Ag. The board will also consider adopting Resolution 01-24 to update its bylaws. No specific acreage or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.

• City of Lake Alfred Water Plant – Conditional Use / Site Development Plan
• Heritage Ag – Future Land Use amendment
• Heritage Ag – Zoning change
• Resolution 01-24: Adoption of board bylaws

City Commission

The City Commission unanimously approved a tentative millage rate of 6.750 mils, a 10.69% increase over the rolled-back rate, and adopted the FY 24/25 budget on first reading. They also approved an ordinance to increase commission compensation (option 5) on a 4-1 vote, and approved an ordinance to discontinue curbside recycling, reducing monthly sanitation rates by $4.33. The commission also approved the PRWC conservation agreement and CRA resolutions for the budget and grant program amendments.

• Approved tentative millage rate of 6.750 mils (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1546-24 FY 24/25 budget on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1547-24 commission compensation increase (4-1, Daley opposed)
• Approved Ordinance 1548-24 to discontinue curbside recycling (unanimous)
• Approved PRWC Conservation Project Implementation Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved CRA Resolution 02-24 FY 24/25 budget and CIP (unanimous)
• Approved CRA Resolution 03-24 Capital Improvement Grant Program amendments (unanimous)

Community Redevelopment Agency Board

The Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) board will consider approving its FY 24/25 and FY 25/26 operating budgets and capital improvement program, which include $200,000 each year for projects and $200,000 each year for commercial or residential façade grants. The board will also vote on amendments to the Capital Improvement Grant Program to allow two reimbursement draws and extensions authorized by the city manager. The meeting includes a consent agenda to approve prior meeting minutes.

• Resolution 02-24: Adopt CRA FY 24/25 budget and capital improvement program with $400,000 total for projects and $400,000 for façade grants over two years
• Resolution 03-24: Amend Capital Improvement Grant Program to allow two reimbursement draws and city manager-authorized extensions
• CIP includes $400,000 for Central Park Phase 3 and $50,000 for downtown streetscaping in FY 24/25
• Consent agenda: approval of CRA meeting minutes from May 20, 2024

City Commission

The Lake Alfred City Commission approved several ordinances and resolutions. The ULDC text amendments (Ordinance 1541-24) were approved on second and final reading, and the Comp Plan amendments (Ordinance 1543-24) were approved on first reading. The Burton Ranch future land use (Ordinance 1544-24) and zoning (Ordinance 1545-24) were approved on first reading with a 3-1 vote, with Vice Mayor Daley dissenting. The commission also approved a resolution to piggyback on Clearwater's CCNA process and a $289,660 task order with EnSafe for a site assessment at the Growers Fertilizer property.

• Approved Ordinance 1541-24 ULDC Text Amendments on second and final reading (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1543-24 Comp Plan Amendments on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1544-24 Burton Ranch Future Land Use on first reading (3-1, Daley nay)
• Approved Ordinance 1545-24 Burton Ranch Zoning on first reading (3-1, Daley nay)
• Approved Resolution 22-24 authorizing piggyback on City of Clearwater's CCNA process (unanimous)
• Approved Task Order #1 with EnSafe for Growers Fertilizer site assessment, not to exceed $289,660 (unanimous)
• Approved draft revenue section for FY 24/25 Budget (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including CPH, Inc. acceptance, library expansion task order, and police vehicle purchase (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board will discuss four business items: Burton Ranch Future Land Use and Zoning, a Comprehensive Plan Amendment, and a use approval/site development plan at 130 S Pennsylvania Avenue. The agenda provides only item titles; no further details are available. The board will also approve minutes from June 13, 2024.

• Burton Ranch – Future Land Use (FLU)
• Burton Ranch – Zoning
• Comprehensive Plan Amendment
• 130 S Pennsylvania Avenue – Use Approval / Site Development Plan

The Lake Alfred Planning and Zoning Board voted unanimously to recommend denial of the Burton Ranch Future Land Use and Zoning applications to the City Commission, citing concerns about conservation allocation and environmental protection. The board also approved forwarding Comprehensive Plan Amendments to the City Commission and approved a conditional use for a school at 130 S Pennsylvania Ave. The meeting included public comments on traffic, flooding, and road access.

• Recommended denial of Burton Ranch Future Land Use (43.88 acres RES, 196.94 acres CON) (unanimous)
• Recommended denial of Burton Ranch Zoning (43.88 acres VRN, 196.94 acres CON) (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding Comprehensive Plan Amendments to City Commission (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for school at 130 S Pennsylvania Ave with site-design concept (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission unanimously approved Ordinance 1542-24, adopting a new building permit fee schedule based on a 2021 study, and awarded a $50,910 bid to Bartow Ford for a new police vehicle. The consent agenda, including a $30,431 transit agreement, was also approved. The meeting included a presentation of $1,500 checks to the police and fire departments from the Lions Club and a proclamation for Water Professionals Month.

• Approved Ordinance 1542-24: Building Permit Fees on second and final reading (unanimous)
• Awarded bid for Police Department vehicle replacement to Bartow Ford for $50,910 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Lakeland Area Mass Transit Agreement for $30,431 (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission unanimously approved Resolution 21-24, setting the proposed millage rate at 6.8500 mills for fiscal year 2024-25, which is equal to the current rate and 12.33% above the roll-back rate. The first public hearing on the budget was set for September 5, 2024, at 7:00 PM in City Hall. The Commission also unanimously approved Ordinance 1542-24 on first reading, adopting a new building permit fee schedule based on a study by Raftelis Financial Consultants, with final adoption expected later.

• Approved Resolution 21-24 setting millage rate at 6.8500 mills (unanimous)
• Set first budget public hearing for September 5, 2024 at 7:00 PM (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1542-24 on first reading to amend building permit fees (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including July 8, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Code Enforcement Special Magistrate

The Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will hold a hearing on July 18, 2024, to consider three property violation cases. One new case (2024-00034) and two repeat cases (2024-00035-R and 2023-00036-R) are scheduled for orders finding violation. No additional business or fines are on the agenda.

• Case 2024-00034: Sandra L. Bergemann, Estate of Theodore H. Bergemann, 110 S. Winona Ave.
• Case 2024-00035-R: Betty T. Conner, 390 W Davis Ave. (repeat violation)
• Case 2023-00036-R: Franz Momplaisir, 555 Midway Ave. (repeat violation)
• Approval of minutes from the June 20, 2024 hearing

The Code Enforcement Special Magistrate heard three cases, all with absent or deceased respondents. The magistrate found violations existed in all three cases, assessed administrative costs, and for two repeat cases imposed daily fines and authorized the city to mow overgrown weeds and grass. The August 15, 2024 meeting was canceled.

• Case #2024-00034: Found violation existed but property now in compliance; assessed $68.78 in administrative costs
• Case #2024-00035-R: Found repeat violations; imposed $650.00 fine ($50/day for 13 days) plus $50/day until compliance; assessed $78.78 costs; authorized abatement of weeds/grass
• Case #2024-00036-R: Found repeat violations; imposed $3,600.00 fine ($50/day for 72 days) plus $50/day until compliance; assessed $80.88 costs; authorized abatement of weeds/grass
• Approved June 20, 2024 meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will receive informational updates from Director Emily Deal on upcoming events, the summer camp program, library programs, the master plan, and the library expansion. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.

• Summer camp program recap
• Library expansion update
• Master plan update
• Overview of library programs
• Upcoming events discussion

Code Enforcement Special Magistrate

The Lake Alfred Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will review several cases to find violations and impose fines. Most items concern various addresses on Melrose Street. One supplemental order regarding a fine at 1850 and 1870 US 17/92 is also scheduled for review.

• Order finding violations and imposing fines for properties on Melrose St.
• Order finding violation for 1080 S. Lake Shore Way
• Supplemental order imposing fine for 1850 and 1870 US 17/92

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board will consider variance requests for 165 Hainesport Drive and 453 Glenkirk Way. The board will also review several text amendments to the Unified Land Development Code (ULDC) regarding district standards, use provisions, and site development.

• Variance at 165 Hainesport Drive
• Variance at 453 Glenkirk Way
• ULDC Article 2-District Standards amendments
• ULDC Article 3-Use Provisions amendments
• ULDC Articles 4, 8, 9, and 10 amendments

City Commission

This agenda contains only the regular meeting time and references to the agenda and agenda packet documents, with no specific items listed. The meeting is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. on June 3, 2024, but no decisions or discussions are detailed in the provided text.

• Meeting scheduled for 7:00 p.m. on 2024-06-03
• Agenda document referenced (06.03.2024 CC AGENDA.PDF)
• Agenda packet document referenced (06.03.2024 CC AGENDA PACKET.PDF)

City Commission

This is a procedural agenda for the Lake Alfred City Commission meeting on May 20, 2024. The agenda contains only the agenda and agenda packet documents, with no listed substantive items for decision or discussion.

• Agenda document (05.20.2024 CC AGENDA.PDF)
• Agenda packet document (05.20.2024 CC AGENDA PACKET.PDF)

Community Redevelopment Agency Board

The Lake Alfred Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) will meet to accept its audit presentation and approve the consent agenda, which includes meeting minutes. The City Commission will also consider several items, including a public hearing on ordinance 1538-24 regarding ULDC text amendments for natural resource protection standards, a Polk County road transfer agreement, and a resolution to accept the right-of-way transfer. Additionally, the commission will review a Florida Highway Lighting and Maintenance Agreement and a Silverlake Developers signage and maintenance agreement.

• Public Hearing: Ordinance 1538-24 ULDC Text Amendments – National Resource Protection Standards
• Polk County Road Transfer Agreement and Resolution 14-24 to accept right-of-way transfer
• Florida Highway Lighting and Maintenance Agreement
• Silverlake Developers Agreement: Signage and Maintenance
• CRA audit presentation by Brynjulfson, CPA, P.A.

Code Enforcement Special Magistrate

The Lake Alfred Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will hold a hearing to consider a floodplain and wetlands violation case and a junk and debris case. The agenda includes approval of minutes and a consent agenda with no items. The next hearing is scheduled for June 20, 2024.

• Case #2024-00010: Floodplain & Wetlands violation, Saxon Evans, 0 US Hwy. 557
• Case #2023-00006: Junk & Debris reduction request, Lake Alfred MHP LLC, 670 Alfred St.

Planning & Zoning Board

The Lake Alfred Planning and Zoning Board will consider two variance requests: one for an after-the-fact shed at 165 Hainesport Drive that exceeds the limit of two accessory structures, and another for a property at 453 Glenkirk Way. The board will also consider adopting Resolution No. 01-24, which updates its bylaws. The meeting includes approval of the April 11, 2024 minutes and public comment periods.

• Variance for 165 Hainesport Drive: request to allow a third accessory structure (shed) on a 0.41-acre lot in Vintage Residential Neighborhood zoning.
• Variance for 453 Glenkirk Way: details not provided in agenda.
• Bylaws adoption: P&Z Resolution No. 01-24.
• Approval of April 11, 2024 meeting minutes.
• Public comments and board member comments.

City Commission

This is the agenda for the Lake Alfred City Commission meeting on May 6, 2024. The agenda contains only procedural items—the agenda itself and the agenda packet—with no listed discussion or decision items. The meeting is scheduled for 7:00 p.m.

• Meeting scheduled for 7:00 p.m. on May 6, 2024
• Agenda and agenda packet documents provided

Code Enforcement Special Magistrate

The Lake Alfred Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will hold a hearing on April 18, 2024, to consider supplemental fines, new violations, and a repeat offense. Cases include fines for Lake Alfred MHP LLC ($52,500 each for two properties), a demolition case for Mary E. Sharrett ($21,000), and new violation findings for Robert L. Kay, Gapway Groves Corp., and Navarro Jacinto & Maria ($6,600). One case (HR Lake Alfred Preserve LLC) was rescheduled.

• Supplemental fine of $52,500 for Lake Alfred MHP LLC (670 Alfred St.) for nuisance and sanitation violations
• Supplemental fine of $52,500 for Lake Alfred MHP LLC (670 Alfred St.) for junk/debris and mobile home park violations
• Supplemental fine of $21,000 for Mary E. Sharrett (1120 Cross Ave.) for property maintenance violations, with building official recommending demolition
• New violation finding for Robert L. Kay (180 Ramona Ave. N) for junk and debris
• Repeat offense fine of $6,600 for Navarro Jacinto & Maria (340 W. Pierce St.) for building without permits

City Commission

This is a regular meeting of the Lake Alfred City Commission. The agenda contains only the agenda and agenda packet documents, with no specific items listed, indicating a procedural or placeholder agenda.

Planning & Zoning Board

The Lake Alfred Planning and Zoning Board will consider a developer's agreement for Eden Hills Phase 3 and a variance request for 720 S Lakeshore Way. The agenda also includes approval of the February 8, 2024 meeting minutes. The board is not making final decisions on these items but will provide recommendations.

• Developer's Agreement for Eden Hills Phase 3
• Variance request for 720 S Lakeshore Way
• Approval of February 8, 2024 meeting minutes

City Commission

This is a procedural agenda for the Lake Alfred City Commission meeting on April 1, 2024. The agenda contains only the agenda document and the agenda packet, with no listed discussion or action items. The meeting appears to be a routine administrative session with no substantive items specified.

• Agenda document for 04/01/2024 City Commission meeting
• Agenda packet for 04/01/2024 City Commission meeting

City Commission

This agenda contains only the agenda document and the agenda packet for the March 18, 2024 City Commission meeting. No specific items, decisions, or discussions are listed in the provided text, so the meeting appears to be procedural at this stage.

• Agenda document (03.18.2024 CC AGENDA.PDF)
• Agenda packet (03.18.2024 CC AGENDA PACKET.PDF)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Lake Alfred Parks and Recreation Board will meet to introduce a new member, elect a chairperson and vice chairperson for 2024, and receive updates on the upcoming Heritage Festival and various park projects. The agenda includes no votes on new business items, only discussion and informational updates.

• Introduction of new board member Teresa Rothberg
• Nomination and appointment of 2024 chairperson and vice chairperson
• Heritage Festival update for March 9, 2024
• Project updates: library painting, flower beds, drainage, paving at Mackay

City Commission

This is the agenda for the Lake Alfred City Commission meeting on March 4, 2024. The agenda includes only the agenda and agenda packet documents, with no specific items listed. The meeting appears to be a regular session, but no details on decisions or discussions are provided.

City Commission

This agenda contains only the agenda document and the agenda packet for the February 19, 2024 City Commission meeting. No specific action items, discussions, or decisions are listed in the provided text.

• Agenda document (02.19.24 CC AGENDA.PDF)
• Agenda packet (02.19.24 CC AGENDA PACKET..PDF)

Community Redevelopment Agency Board

The Lake Alfred City Commission and Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) will hold a joint meeting to consider several items, including awarding $150,000 in residential facade improvement grants, accepting a surveyor's affidavit for The Springs at Lake Alfred, and approving a task order for the Orange Avenue Widening Project. The CRA will also approve its annual report and minutes. The meeting includes a public hearing on a CDBG grant support resolution.

• CRA Resolution 01-24: Approve Residential Facade Improvement Grant applications for FY 23/24, with $150,000 allocated and up to $15,000 per property
• Resolution 07-24: Accept surveyor's affidavit for The Springs at Lake Alfred
• Public Hearing: Resolution 06-24 for CDBG Grant Support
• CPH, Inc. Task Order #1 for Orange Avenue Widening Project
• CDBG Restroom Project Bid Award

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will discuss the Green Swamp Overlay District and the ISR transfer options as outlined in the Unified Land Development Code. The discussion aims to raise awareness of these regulations, which govern development within the Green Swamp Area of Critical State Concern. No formal action is scheduled; the item is for discussion only.

• Discussion of Green Swamp Overlay District regulations
• Review of ISR (Impervious Surface Ratio) transfer options
• Density limits: 1 unit per 10 acres without municipal service, 4 units per developable acre with service
• Minimum 30% of land in Green Swamp ACSC must be held in development limitations area
• Aquifer recharge/ISR conversion: max ISR 0.50 per lot, up to 0.85 with increased open space

City Commission

This is a procedural agenda for the Lake Alfred City Commission meeting on February 5, 2024. No specific items, decisions, or discussions are listed beyond the agenda and agenda packet documents.

• Meeting agenda and packet posted for February 5, 2024

City Commission

This is a regular meeting of the Lake Alfred City Commission. The agenda includes only the meeting agenda and the agenda packet; no specific action items are listed in the provided text.

Code Enforcement Special Magistrate

This is a procedural agenda for a Code Enforcement Special Magistrate meeting. No specific cases, decisions, or discussion items are listed in the provided text.

Planning & Zoning Board

The Lake Alfred Planning and Zoning Board will elect officers and review several development items, including site plans with variances for a pharmacy/retail building and a cargo facility, plus future land use and zoning map amendments for 0 3rd Street N. The board will also discuss bylaws regarding alternate members. Public comments are invited.

• Election of Chair and Vice-chair
• Site Development Plan with Variances - Lake Alfred Pharmacy and Retail (210 Lake Shore Way, 4,600 sq ft, 17 parking spaces)
• Site Development Plan with Variances - CSI Cargo Inc
• Future Land Use Map Amendment - 0 3rd Street N
• Zoning Map Amendment - 0 3rd Street N

City Commission

This is a procedural agenda for the Lake Alfred City Commission meeting on January 8, 2024. It contains only the agenda and agenda packet documents, with no specific items listed for decision or discussion.