Sebring public meetings in 2025
33 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council Agenda
The City Council will consider multiple ordinances regarding future land use and zoning changes. The body is also reviewing conceptual approval for Freedom Lake Apartments and utility service agreements for properties outside city limits.
- Public hearings for Ordinances #1561, #1562, #1563, #1564, #1565, #1566, and #1567 regarding land use and zoning changes
- First reading of Ordinance #1555 for the Sebring Comprehensive Plan
- Conceptual approval of Freedom Lake Apartments
- Utility Service Agreements for 3450 Alachua Ave, 3905 Rodeo Dr, 6605 Oceanside Ave, and 107 Earls Ct
- Budget Amendment #19 for Fire Dept Portable Radio
CRA Agenda
The Sebring Community Redevelopment Agency will review sign design requests and a property agreement. The board will also address budget amendments and resolutions for FY 24/25 encumbrances.
- Sign Design Review for 101 Circle Park Drive
- Sign Design Review for 103 Circle Park Drive
- Budget Amendment #174 and Budget Resolution #2025-2 regarding FY 24/25 Encumbrances
- Agreement for 139 Ridgewood Drive
Council Agenda
The Sebring City Council will consider approving Utility Services Agreements for five properties located outside city limits to allow connections to the City Utility System.
- Utility Services Agreement for 4835 Date Palm Dr
- Utility Services Agreement for 160 Orday Rd
- Utility Services Agreement for 6001 Odin Ave
- Utility Services Agreement for 6002 Odin Ave
- Utility Services Agreement for 3955 Rodeo Dr
Council Agenda
The City Council will discuss a reimbursement resolution for the purchase and renovation of 126 W. Center Ave to consolidate city departments. The body is also reviewing utility service agreements for properties outside city limits and budget amendments for fire equipment and public bathrooms.
- Resolution 2025-28: Intent to incur up to $7,000,000 in debt for the 126 W. Center Ave project
- Budget Amendment #6: $7,497 grant and $2,499 city match for a Ward Diesel Exhaust System
- Budget Amendment #7: $50,000 contribution to Rotary Club of Sebring for bathrooms near the Circle
- Utility Service Agreements for 1910 Flower Ter, 7099 Strafford Oaks Dr, 1607 Riley Ave, and 1349 Inspiration Dr
- Removal of Ordinances #1544 and #1549
CRA Agenda
The Sebring Community Redevelopment Agency will review and approve minutes from its October meeting and consider a façade grant application for 230 South Commerce Avenue. Staff will present a project and financial report, and the board will discuss a contribution for a Centennial Mural and a commercial rental sublease program.
- Review and Approval of Minutes – October 13, 2025
- Façade Grant Application – 230 South Commerce Avenue
- Project & Financial Report
- Centennial Mural Contribution
- Commercial Rental Sublease Program
Council Agenda
The City Council will consider a pay plan for the Police Department and the disposition of CRA properties. The body is also reviewing utility service agreements for properties located outside city limits and bids for a new water storage tank.
- Pay Plan for Police Department
- CRA Property Disposition: 139 North Ridgewood Drive and 231 South Ridgewood Drive
- Bids for Plant #9 New 200,000 Gallon Ground Storage Water Tank
- Utility Service Agreements for 4813 Sago Palm Dr, 825 Lemans Dr, and 3423, 3713, and 3909 Schumacher Rd
- Budget Amendment #4 for Memorial Dr. Multi Use Path
Council Agenda
The Sebring City Council will consider approving a Utility Services Agreement that authorizes the City to provide water and sewer service to the property at 7301 Haywood Taylor Blvd. The agreement requires the owner, Highlands County, to pay all costs for extending the utilities and to cover connection, usage, and other charges. The City will retain title to the water mains and extensions, and the owner must provide any needed easements. A separate request to install a fire hydrant at the same address will also be placed on the agenda.
- Approval of Utility Services Agreement for water and sewer to 7301 Haywood Taylor Blvd.
- Owner must pay all engineering, material, labor, and related costs for utility extension.
- City retains title to all water mains and extensions serving the property.
- Owner is responsible for providing required rights‑of‑way or easements.
- Request for installation and maintenance of one fire hydrant at 7301 Haywood Taylor Blvd.
CRA Agenda
The Sebring Community Redevelopment Agency will review several design and sign applications for local properties. The board will also consider the 2025 CRA Audit Statements of Work and a façade grant adjustment.
- 2025 CRA Audit Statements of Work – Julie Fowler
- Design Review Application – 514 Violet Avenue
- Design Review Application – 559 Magnolia Avenue
- Design Review Application – 217 South Mango Street
- Façade Grant Application Adjustment – 116 Magnolia Avenue
Council Agenda
The Sebring City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes utility service agreements for several properties and other contracts. A public hearing will consider Resolution 2025-23 to adopt new utility rates, fees and charges. The council will also hold a second‑reading hearing on Ordinance #1554 to rezone 3611 Kenilworth Blvd from C‑1 to R‑2, and a second‑reading hearing on Ordinance #1556 to annex 925 Martin Luther King. Additionally, a resolution will authorize Budget Amendment #1 to replace police vehicles.
- Consent agenda approval of utility service agreements for addresses including 5711 Oak Manor Ave and 5531 Lakewood Rd
- Public Hearing – Resolution 2025-23 adopting new utility rates, fees and charges
- Ordinance #1554 changing zoning of 3611 Kenilworth Blvd from C‑1 to R‑2 (2nd reading)
- Ordinance #1556 annexing 925 Martin Luther King (2nd reading)
- Resolution #2025-25 authorizing Budget Amendment #1 to replace police vehicles
Council Agenda
The Sebring City Council meeting on September 16, 2025 includes a public hearing and first‑reading of Ordinance #1554 to change a zoning classification. The council will also consider Ordinance #1556 to annex 925 Martin Luther King Street. Additional consent‑agenda items include utility service agreements for six properties, approval of two fire hydrants at 1294 Sebring Parkway, and demolition of a structure at 810 Grand Avenue.
- Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance #1554 – zoning classification change (presenters Stewart/Swaine/Codo‑Salisbury)
- First reading of Ordinance #1556 – annexation of 925 Martin Luther King Street (presenters Stewart/Swaine)
- Utility Services Agreement requests for service at 1294 Sebring Pkwy, 321 Roadrunner Ave, 6069 Strafford Oaks Dr, 109 Dozier Ave, 2425 & 2427 Puffin St, 264 Grosbeak Ave
- Approval of two fire hydrants at 1294 Sebring Parkway
- Demolition of structure located at 810 Grand Ave
CRA Agenda
The Sebring Community Redevelopment Agency will review and approve minutes, staff reports, and the FY 25/26 work plan and budget. The board will also consider the disposition of two properties at 139 and 231 South Ridgewood Drive.
- Review and approval of August 11, 2025 minutes
- FY 25/26 Work Plan & Grants
- FY 25/26 Final Budget
- Budget Resolution #2025-1 (Budget Adoption)
- Disposition of 139 North Ridgewood Drive
Council Agenda
The City Council is reviewing a utility services agreement to provide water and sewer service to a property located outside city boundaries. The agreement requires the property owner to pay all costs for the extension of utilities.
- Utility services agreement for 1416 Inspiration Dr (Parcel C-21-34-29-170-0000-0460)
- Provision of water and sewer services to Highlands County Habitat for Humanity Inc
- Requirement for owner to pay all engineering, materials, labor, and inspection costs for utility extensions
- Covenant requiring the property to be subject to annexation if the City Council determines it is in the city's best interest
Council Agenda
The City Council will discuss the second reading of an ordinance to annex two properties on US 27 N and a development agreement amendment for Eagle Lake Subdivision. The body is also reviewing utility service requests for six properties located outside city limits.
- Ordinance #1552 to annex 227 & 241 US 27 N (2nd reading)
- Second Amendment of the Development Agreement for Eagle Lake Subdivision
- Utility Service Agreements for 3313 Jacklin Ave, 3736 Sparta Rd, 317 Quail Ave, 528 Lotus Ave, 5211 Lake Haven Blvd, and 200 Galleria Pkwy
- Resolution #2025-15 regarding the revision of the Purchasing Policy
- Lake Jackson Clean-up Day scheduled for September 13, 2025
CRA Agenda
The Sebring Community Redevelopment Agency will discuss the draft budget and work plan for fiscal year 2025/26. The board will also consider contract addendums for several properties and a façade grant application.
- CRA FY 25/26 Draft Budget
- CRA FY 25/26 Work Plan & Grants
- Contract addendums for 209 Circle Park Drive, 305 Circle Park Drive, 228 North Ridgewood Drive, and 120 North Ridgewood Drive
- Façade Grant Application for 647 South Commerce Avenue
- Centennial Mural Restoration
Council Agenda
The City Council is reviewing requests for water and sewer connections for properties located outside city limits. Per Ordinance# 1538, these connections require council approval and the execution of Utility Services Agreements.
- Utility service request for 3445 Baxter Ave
- Utility service request for 747 Sheriff's Tower Rd
- Utility service request for 5525 Olive Rd
- Utility service request for 2199 E O Douglas Ave
- Utility service request for 5403 Fara St
Council Agenda
The City Council is meeting to review a schedule of upcoming liaison meetings and workshops. The agenda also includes a template for a utility services agreement for properties located outside city boundaries.
- Announcement of Sebring Airport Authority meeting on July 17
- Announcement of Code Enforcement Board meeting on July 22
- Announcement of Community Redevelopment Agency meeting on July 28
- City Council Meeting and Budget Workshop scheduled for August 5
CRA Agenda
The Sebring Community Redevelopment Agency will consider several sign design and façade grant applications. The board will also review the 2024 CRA Audit Report and a Downtown Revitalization Grant application.
- Façade Grant Application for 510 Grapefruit Avenue
- Downtown Revitalization Grant Application for 215 N. Ridgewood Drive
- Sign Design Review Applications for 335 South Commerce Avenue, 215 North Ridgewood Drive, 209 Circle Park Drive, and 2618 Kenilworth Boulevard
- 2024 CRA Audit Report
Council Agenda
The City Council is reviewing Utility Services Agreement requests for properties located outside city boundaries. Per Ordinance# 1538, these connections to the City Utility System require Council approval.
- Utility service request for 3801 Lexus St
- Utility service request for 5151 Kenilworth Blvd
- Utility service request for 4201 Talbot St
- Utility service request for 225 Triumph Dr
- Utility service requests for 298 Raley Rd, 4020 Abernathy Ave, 4016 Abernathy Ave, 6124 Odin Ave, 4307 Talbot St, and 3500 E Altvater Rd
Council Agenda
The City Council will hold public hearings on seven ordinances, including the 2030 Comprehensive Plan. The body is also reviewing utility service agreements for 15 properties located outside city limits.
- Public Hearing & Ordinance# 1546 regarding the 2030 Comprehensive Plan
- Utility Service Agreement requests for 15 properties, including addresses on Citroen Dr, Sparta Rd, and US Hwy 27 S
- RFP# 25-007 for the sale of property at 437 Pomegranate Ave
- Resolution #2025-11 for Preliminary Rate Resolution for Fire Protection Services
- Public hearings for Ordinances #1542, #1543, #1544, #1547, #1548, and #1549
CRA Agenda
The Sebring Community Redevelopment Agency will consider several design reviews and grant applications for local properties. The board will also discuss the disposition and redevelopment of properties on North Ridgewood Drive.
- Façade Grant Application for 522 Lemon Avenue requesting up to $7,249
- Design Review Application for a single-family residence at 2291 Lakeview Drive
- Redevelopment interest and disposition of 139 North Ridgewood Drive
- Roof replacement for 120 North Ridgewood Drive
- Construction extension request for 228 North Ridgewood Drive
Council Agenda
The City Council will discuss a second reading of an ordinance regarding reemployment after retirement for the Sebring Police Officers Retirement Trust Fund. The body is also reviewing fire assessment rates for FY 2025/2026 and several consent agenda items.
- Ordinance# 1545: Amending Sebring Police Officers Retirement Trust Fund/Reemployment after Retirement
- Resolution# 2025-10: Budget Amendment# 93/Property Purchase
- Fire Assessment Rates for FY 2025/2026
- CDBG-MIT Engineer Consultant Services Agreement
- Utility Service Agreement for property located at 10 Corlette Dr
Council Agenda
The City Council is reviewing 30 requests for water and sewer service connections for properties located outside city boundaries. These requests are subject to Ordinance# 1538 and require council approval.
- Utility Services Agreement requests for 30 properties, including 1407 Krouse St, 1054 Lake Sebring Dr, and 5309 Lime Rd
- Memorial Day Event at Military Sea Services Museum (1402 Roseland Ave) on May 26
- Code Enforcement Board meeting on May 27
- Canceled Community Redevelopment Agency Liaison meeting on May 26
Council Agenda
The Sebring City Council meets May 6, 2025 to consider resolutions on a public participation policy for city workshops and authorization for the City Administrator to execute grants. Other business includes a waiver of Civic Center fees for NU-HOPE’s Thanksgiving dinner, a proposal to renew a lease for the Highlands Lakeside Theatre/Museum of the Arts building, and an RFP for sale of property at 418 Poinsettia Ave. The agenda also includes a proclamation for National Police Week and Peace Officers Memorial Day.
- Waiver of Civic Center fees for NU-HOPE annual Thanksgiving dinner
- RFP# 25-001/Notice of sale of property/418 Poinsettia Ave
- Proposal to renew Lease/Highlands Lakeside Theatre/Museum of the Arts building
- Resolution# 2025-07/Public Participation Policy for City Workshops
- Resolution# 2025-08/Authorizing City Administrator to Execute and Delivery of Grants
CRA Agenda
The Sebring Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to review several grant and design applications. The board will also receive a project and financial report from Kristie Vazquez.
- Café Seating Grant Application: 120 North Ridgewood Drive (Yunii del Cueto)
- Façade Grant Application: 112 South Ridgewood Drive (Darrell Jensen)
- Façade Grant Application: 130 North Ridgewood Drive (Sam Corson)
- Design Review Application: 528 North Pine Street (American Legion)
- Design Review Application: 382 Oak Avenue (Howard Ostlund)
Council Agenda
The Sebring City Council will vote on renewing a voluntary cooperation agreement between the Sebring Police Department and the Highlands County Sheriff's Office through January 2029. The consent agenda includes approval of a fire hydrant installation at 3736 Sparta Rd, a recreation interlocal agreement, and several special events. Old business includes a proposed ordinance allowing properties outside city limits to connect to city utilities. New business includes a request to use city right-of-way for a fiber network and a utilities request for a proposed development at 4007 Sparta Rd.
- Voluntary cooperation agreement between Sebring Police Department and Highlands County Sheriff's Office (renewed through Jan 2029)
- Installation of one fire hydrant at 3736 Sparta Rd for EMCI Wireless commercial building
- Proposed Ordinance #1538 allowing property outside city limits to connect to City utility system
- Request to utilize City right-of-way for fiber network by Sarah Murphy/Brooke Swint
- Utilities request for proposed development at 4007 Sparta Rd
Council Agenda
The Sebring City Council will meet to consider a consent agenda including fee waivers, fire hydrant approvals, a renovation award, and an appointment to the pension board. New business includes a conceptual approval request for the Beverly Estates development. The council will also elect its president and president pro-tempore.
- Conceptual approval of Beverly Estates Development
- Waiver of Civic Center fees for Healthy Start Coalition community baby shower event
- Approve fire hydrants at 7301 Haywood Taylor Blvd and 7909 US 27 South
- Appointment to Sebring Firefighter's Pension Board
- Fire Station 15 Renovation Award and Budget
CRA Agenda
The Sebring CRA meets to consider consent agenda items including a design review for 427 North Pine Street and a sign review for 227 North Ridgewood Drive. Staff will present a project and financial report. New business includes an update and construction extension for the 305 Circle Park Drive redevelopment and a discussion of the Commercial Rental Incentive Grant Program. Old business covers an update and extension for the 228 North Ridgewood Drive redevelopment.
- Design Review Application – 427 North Pine Street (Matt Griffin)
- Sign Design Review Application – 227 North Ridgewood Drive (Robert Freeland)
- 305 Circle Park Drive Redevelopment Update & Construction Extension
- Commercial Rental Incentive Grant Program Discussion
- 228 North Ridgewood Drive Redevelopment Update & Construction Extension
Council Agenda
The Sebring City Council will hold public hearings on ordinances to amend the future land use and zoning maps for 1809 Home Ave and consider a proposed lease of the Sebring Municipal Golf Course. The council will also vote on a consent agenda including a medical director contract for the fire department's non-transport ALS program, out-of-state travel for a new aerial fire truck, and approval of minutes. Proclamations will honor Child Abuse Prevention Month and outgoing Councilwoman Terry Mendel.
- Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance #1536 to amend Future Land Use Map at 1809 Home Ave
- Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance #1537 to amend Zoning Map at 1809 Home Ave
- Proposed lease of the Sebring Municipal Golf Course
- Contract for medical director services at $6,000 per year for fire department's ALS program
- Consent agenda: approve out-of-state travel for new aerial fire truck
Council Agenda
The Sebring City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes accepting an $11,000 donation for a LUCAS device, disposing of solid waste assets, and approving a Stations of the Cross event. New business items feature public hearings on first readings of ordinances to amend the Future Land Use Map and Zoning Map for 1809 Home Ave, plus a certificate of appropriateness for the Charles F. Weigle House at 1989 Lakeview Dr.
- Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance #1536 to amend the Future Land Use Map for 1809 Home Ave
- Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance #1537 to amend the Zoning Map for 1809 Home Ave
- Resolution #2025-05 authorizing Budget Amendment #49 accepting $11,000 donation from Thakkar Foundation for a LUCAS device
- Disposal of 2 vehicles (2000 Ford F150 and 2015 Mack MRU613) and 28 solid waste containers via auction
- Special event application for Stations of the Cross reenactment on April 18, 2025, from City Pier Beach to Circle Park with temporary road closure
Council Agenda
The City Council will discuss budget amendments for park maintenance and a CDBG-MIT agreement. The body is also reviewing a proposed settlement agreement regarding the Bennett vs City of Sebring and Duke Energy lawsuit.
- Resolution #2025-03: Budget Amendment #42 for $11,000 for Truist Memorial Park curb repair and mowing
- Resolution #2025-04: Budget Amendment #47 approving CDBG-MIT Agreement MT057
- Proposed settlement agreement for Bennett vs City of Sebring and Duke Energy lawsuit
- Request to declare a service handgun as surplus to present to retired Corporal Matt Cloud
- Special event application for Juneteenth Celebration on June 19, 2025, including road closures on Lemon alleyway
CRA Agenda
The Sebring Community Redevelopment Agency will review design applications for three properties and a contracting agreement. The board will also discuss construction extensions for redevelopment projects on North Ridgewood Drive.
- Design Review Application: 300 South Eucalyptus Street
- Design Review Application: 411 Pomegranate Avenue
- Sign Design Review Application: 622 Lemon Avenue
- Sourcewell Job Order Contracting Piggyback Agreement
- Construction extensions for 120 and 228 North Ridgewood Drive
Council Agenda
The Sebring City Council will meet to consider consent agenda items including a road management plan and Plant #4 water tower demolition, and new business including an updated commercial land contract with MacBeth Associates and a contract with Aachener Services. Also up for discussion are an annexation escrow agreement for Whisper Lake MHP and a partial release of a development agreement for right-of-way dedication. A proclamation recognizing Temple Israel of Highlands County's 100th anniversary will be presented.
- Updated commercial land contract between MacBeth Associates and City of Sebring
- Commercial contract between Aachener Services and City of Sebring
- Whisper Lake MHP annexation escrow agreement
- Partial release of development agreement for right-of-way dedication to Highlands County
- Plant #4 water tower demolition and road management plan
CRA Agenda
The Sebring Community Redevelopment Agency will meet on January 13, 2025, to discuss and potentially approve a disposition agreement for a property at 139 North Ridgewood Drive, along with a Downtown Revitalization Grant application and concept discussion for another property. Consent agenda items include façade grant, design reviews, contract addenda, and landscaping quotes. Old business includes updates and construction extensions for two redevelopment projects on North Ridgewood Drive.
- Disposition agreement approval for 139 North Ridgewood Drive
- Downtown Revitalization Grant application for 104 Circle Park Drive
- Concept discussion for 231 South Ridgewood Drive
- Façade grant application for 116 Magnolia Avenue
- Redevelopment updates for 120 and 228 North Ridgewood Drive with construction extensions