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Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 13:30
Jobs and Economic Opportunities Committee
Jobs and Economic Opportunities Committee to review OEG programs and projects
The committee will meet to approve previous minutes and conduct reviews of OEG programs and projects. The agenda also includes time for public comment and member discussions.
- Approval of Minutes (File Number OEG27-2001)
- OEG's Program and Project Reviews (File Number OEG27-2002)
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2818 Collier Parkway, Land O' Lakes
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Committee Members
Mike Davis, Chairman
Jay Michlin, Vice-Chairman
Rajesh Ruia
Joe Ward
Richard Mizel
Brenton Basinger
Curtis Franklin
Praveen Panati
Nichole Dube
Jobs and Economic Opportunities
Committee
Agenda
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
1:30 PM
Pasco County Public Library
2818 Collier Parkway
Land O' Lakes, FL, 34639
All electronic devices must be turned off while in the Board Room.
Public Meeting Rules of Decorum and Procedure
Call To Order
Roll Call
JEOC Agenda
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Public Comment
Citizens are given an opportunity to comment on items listed on the Agenda by
attending in person. Citizens may also comment on items listed on the Agenda in
person inside the Board Room. Attendees are given an opportunity to comment on
listed agenda items, as well as non-agenda items during Public Comment.
Approval of Minutes
1
Approval of Minutes
File Number
OEG27-2001
Old Business
New Business
2
OEG's Program and Project Reviews
File Number
OEG27-2002
Committee Member Topics and Discussion
Next Meeting
3
Next Meeting: January 13, 2027
File Number
OEG27-2003
Adjourn
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 10:00
Metropolitan Planning Organization
Board to consider major update to 2026-2031 Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan
The Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board is meeting to vote on service plans, board membership, and operating policies. The session includes a presentation from the Florida Department of Health.
- Major update to the 2026-2031 Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan
- Approval of D. Lopez as a new board member
- Approval of TDLCB Grievance Policy & Procedures
- Approval of the Annual Operating Report (AOR)
- Approval of the TDLCB 2027 Schedule
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West Pasco Government Center, , New Port Richey
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Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board (TDLCB) Voting Members
Lisa Yeager, Chairman
Chris Leffert
Michael Mahoney
Bryan Callegari
Magdhalini Meshak
David Gersen
Jeff Cottrell
(Vacant)
Becky Holm
Trang Chitakone, Vice Chairman
Diane Elrod
(Vacant)
(CTC)
(Vacant)
Louise Meserve
Brenda Gordon
Desiree Huff
Mike Lacey
PASCO COUNTY
METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION
TRANSPORTATION DISADVANTAGED LOCAL COORDINATING BOARD
MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, October 22, 2026
10:00 AM
West Pasco Government Center, 1st Floor Boardroom
8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey, Florida 34654
Public Meeting Rules of Decorum and Procedure
TDLCB Agenda
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Call to Order
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance - Clerk
Roll Call (by County Clerk)
Approval of Minutes
1
Pasco MPO Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board (TDLCB) -
Meeting Minutes - August 27, 2026
File Number
MPO27-0028
Comm. Dist.
All
Recommendation
Approve
Action Items
2
Approval of New Member of the Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating
Board - D. Lopez
File Number
MPO27-0054
Comm. Dist.
All
Recommendation
Approve
3
2026-2031 Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan - Major Update
File Number
MPO27-0030
Comm. Dist.
All
Recommendation
Approve
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Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 13:30
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review power facility and land use changes
The Planning Commission will consider a special exception for the Shady Hills Combined Cycle Facility and a comprehensive plan amendment for commercial land use. The body will also review a development agreement for road construction on Old Pasco Road.
- Special Exception for Shady Hills Power Company, LLC on Merchant Energy Way
- Comprehensive Plan Amendment to change 3.21 acres from RES-1 to COM at County Line Road and Lansford Drive
- Development Agreement with Meritage Homes of Florida, LLC to construct Old Pasco Road to four lanes from Coyote/Sedgeway Boulevard to Old Mill Road
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West Pasco Government Center, 8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey
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Planning Commission
Charles Grey, Chairman
Jaime Girardi, P.E., Vice Chairman
Christopher B. Poole, CPG
Jon Moody, P.E.
Matthew Munz, P.E.
Derek Pontlitz, CRPC
School Board Representative
Chris Williams
Legal Counsel
David A. Goldstein, County Attorney
Staff
David Allen, Assistant County Administrator, Development Services
David Engel, MCRP, AICP, Director Planning, Development and
Economic Growth
Nectarios Pittos, AICP, Director Planning Services
Patricia Crist Yingling, Planning Commission Agenda Coordinator
Nick Uhren, P.E., County Engineer
Pasco County
Planning Commission Agenda
Thursday, October 22, 2026
1:30 PM
West Pasco Government Center
Board Room, 1st Floor
8731 Citizens Drive
New Port Richey, FL 34654
This meeting will be broadcast live on Pasco TV, YouTube Live, Frontier Channel 42 and Spectrum
Channel 643 (only for residents living in Pasco County).
All electronic devices must be turned off while in the Board Room.
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Public Meeting Rules of Decorum and Procedure
The Planning Commission has final decision-making authority for Special Exceptions. Any
person desiring to appeal a special exception to the Board of County Commissioners will
need a record of the proceedings and may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the
proceedings is made which includes the testimony and evidence upon which the
appeal is based. All other decisions by the Planning commission ar …
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 13:45
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to discuss Pasco 2050 Comprehensive Plan update
The Planning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss the second portion of the Pasco 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update. The discussion focuses on Goals 3, 4, and 5 of the Pasco GROWS Goals, Objectives, and Policies.
- Workshop on Pasco 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update (File PDE27-0155) regarding Pasco GROWS Goals 3, 4, and 5
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West Pasco Government Center, 8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey
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Planning Commission
Charles Grey, Chairman
Jaime Girardi, P.E., Vice Chairman
Christopher B. Poole, CPG
Jon Moody, P.E.
Matthew Munz, P.E.
Derek Pontlitz, CRPC
School Board Representative
Chris Williams
Legal Counsel
David A. Goldstein, County Attorney
Staff
David Allen, Assistant County Administrator, Development Services
David Engel, MCRP, AICP, Director Planning, Development and
Economic Growth
Nectarios Pittos, AICP, Director Planning Services
Patricia Crist Yingling, Planning Commission Agenda Coordinator
Nick Uhren, P.E., County Engineer
Pasco County
Planning Commission Workshop Agenda
Thursday, October 22, 2026
1:45 PM
West Pasco Government Center
Board Room, 1st Floor
8731 Citizens Drive
New Port Richey, FL 34654
This meeting will be broadcast live on Pasco TV, YouTube Live, Frontier Channel 42 and Spectrum
Channel 643 (only for residents living in Pasco County).
All electronic devices must be turned off while in the Board Room.
PC Agenda
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Public Meeting Rules of Decorum and Procedure
The Planning Commission has final decision-making authority for Special Exceptions. Any
person desiring to appeal a special exception to the Board of County Commissioners will
need a record of the proceedings and may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the
proceedings is made which includes the testimony and evidence upon which the
appeal is based. All other decisions by the Planning comm …
Fri Oct 23, 2026 · 10:00
General
Thu Oct 29, 2026 · 13:30
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
Committee to approve 2026 Pasco County Local Incentive Plan
The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will conduct a final review of incentive strategy priorities for the 2026 Plan. The body is scheduled to approve the 2026 Pasco County Local Incentive Plan with suggested edits.
- Final review of Incentive Strategy Priorities for 2026 Plan
- Approval of 2026 Pasco County Local Incentive Plan
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West Pasco Government Center Boardroom 1st Floor, New Port Richey
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Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
Thursday, October 29, 2026
1:30 PM
West Pasco Government Center, Board Room, 1st Floor
8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey, Florida 34654
All electronic devices must be turned off while in the Board Room.
Public Meeting Rules of Decorum and Procedure
I. Call To Order
II. Roll Call
III. Approval of Minutes of 4/2/2026 Meeting
IV. Public Comment
V. Final Review of Incentive Strategy Priorities for 2026 Plan
VI. Approval of 2026 Pasco County Local Incentive Plan with suggested edits
VII. Wrap Up/Other Discussion
VIII. Adjournment
Thu Oct 29, 2026 · 10:00
General
37918 Meridian Ave, Dade City
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 09:30
Metropolitan Planning Organization
Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, , Odessa
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 17:45
Metropolitan Planning Organization
Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, , Odessa
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 13:30
Metropolitan Planning Organization
Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, , Odessa
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 13:30
Planning Commission
Historic Pasco County Courthouse,, Dade City
Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 10:00
Metropolitan Planning Organization
West Pasco Government Center, , New Port Richey
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Historic Pasco County Courthouse , 37918 Meridian Avenue, Boardroom
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 13:30
Village of Pasadena Hills Planning and Policy
Historic Pasco County Courthouse,, Dade City
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 13:30
Planning Commission
West Pasco Government Center, 8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
West Pasco Government Center, 8731 Citizens Drive
Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 13:30
Planning Commission
West Pasco Government Center, 8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey
Thu Jan 7, 2027 · 13:30
Planning Commission
Historic Pasco County Courthouse,, Dade City
Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 17:45
Metropolitan Planning Organization
Pasco County Utilities Administration Building (PCUAB), , Land O' Lakes
Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 09:30
Metropolitan Planning Organization
Pasco County Utilities Administration Building (PCUAB), , Land O' Lakes
Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 13:30
Metropolitan Planning Organization
Pasco County Utilities Administration Building (PCUAB), , Land O' Lakes
Thu Jan 14, 2027 · 10:00
Metropolitan Planning Organization
Pasco County Historic Courthouse, , Dade City
Wed Jan 20, 2027 · 13:30
Village of Pasadena Hills Planning and Policy
Historic Pasco County Courthouse,, Dade City
Thu Jan 21, 2027 · 13:30
Planning Commission
West Pasco Government Center, 8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey
Thu Feb 4, 2027 · 13:30
Planning Commission
Historic Pasco County Courthouse,, Dade City
Thu Feb 18, 2027 · 13:30
Planning Commission
West Pasco Government Center, 8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey
Thu Mar 4, 2027 · 13:30
Planning Commission
Historic Pasco County Courthouse,, Dade City
Thu Mar 18, 2027 · 13:30
Planning Commission
West Pasco Government Center, 8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey
Thu Apr 1, 2027 · 13:30
Planning Commission
Historic Pasco County Courthouse,, Dade City
Thu Apr 15, 2027 · 13:30
Planning Commission
West Pasco Government Center, 8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey
Thu May 6, 2027 · 13:30
Planning Commission
Historic Pasco County Courthouse,, Dade City
Thu May 20, 2027 · 13:30
Planning Commission
West Pasco Government Center, 8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey
Thu Jun 10, 2027 · 13:30
Planning Commission
Historic Pasco County Courthouse,, Dade City
Thu Jul 8, 2027 · 13:30
Planning Commission
Historic Pasco County Courthouse,, Dade City
Thu Jul 22, 2027 · 13:30
Planning Commission
West Pasco Government Center, 8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey
Thu Aug 5, 2027 · 13:30
Planning Commission
Historic Pasco County Courthouse,, Dade City
Thu Aug 19, 2027 · 13:30
Planning Commission
West Pasco Government Center, 8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey
Thu Sep 9, 2027 · 13:30
Planning Commission
Historic Pasco County Courthouse,, Dade City
Thu Sep 23, 2027 · 13:30
Planning Commission
West Pasco Government Center, 8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey
Thu Oct 7, 2027 · 13:30
Planning Commission
Historic Pasco County Courthouse,, Dade City
Thu Oct 21, 2027 · 13:30
Planning Commission
West Pasco Government Center, 8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey
Thu Nov 4, 2027 · 13:30
Planning Commission
Historic Pasco County Courthouse,, Dade City
Thu Dec 9, 2027 · 13:30
Planning Commission
West Pasco Government Center, 8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey
Recent meetings
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Commission considers $142 million wastewater plant expansion
The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several high-value infrastructure contracts and land acquisitions. The meeting includes public hearings on zoning amendments and a proposed ordinance regarding golf cart usage on county roads and trails.
- Amendment to Vogel Bros. Building Co. for Land O' Lakes Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion: $142,099,260.00
- Property purchase from Dwight L. Hopkins and Joyce A. Hopkins Living Trust on Tupper Road: $16,000,000.00
- Letter of Understanding for County Line Road Widening: $5,000,000.00
- Proposed ordinance to allow golf carts on multiuse paved trails and certain county roadways
- Zoning amendment for 8.5 acres at 11321 US Highway 19 from Retail/Office/Residential to Industrial-Light
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County Commissioners
Honorable Ronald E. Oakley, District 1
Honorable Vice Chairman Seth Weightman,
District 2
Honorable Kathryn Starkey, District 3
Honorable Second Vice Chairman Lisa Yeager,
District 4
Honorable Chairman Jack Mariano, District 5
Clerk & Comptroller
Honorable Nikki Alvarez-Sowles, Esq.
County Administrator
Mike Carballa, P.E.
County Attorney
David A. Goldstein, Esq.
Pasco County Commission Agenda
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
10:00 AM
West Pasco Government Center, Board Room, 1st Floor
8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey, Florida 34654
This meeting will be broadcast live on the County's website, YouTube channel, and Frontier
Channel 42 and Spectrum Channel 643 (only for residents living in Pasco County).
Please silence all electronic devices.
10:00 a.m.
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Public Comment. All resolutions will be presented after Public Comment.
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Consent and Regular
12:00 p.m.
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Recess
1:30 p.m.
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Public Hearings. Following the Public Hearings, the County Commission
will complete any unfinished items from the 10:00 a.m. session.
Public Meeting Rules of Decorum and Procedure
The County Commission Agenda comprises four sections:
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Public Comment is the section when individuals can comment on matters that the Board
has before it for consideration. Everyone is limited to three minutes for such comments. A
yellow light will appear on the timer …
Fri Oct 16, 2026 · 14:00
Food Policy Advisory Council
Food Policy Advisory Council to review $40,000 grant and agricultural land uses
The council will discuss a $40,000 Food Policy Funding Grant and review Pasco County agricultural land use codes. Members will also finalize the agenda and logistics for the Pasco Food Policy Community Connection Event.
- Food Policy Funding Grant for $40,000
- Review of Pasco County agricultural land use codes
- Review of membership applications for Briana Mays, Sarah Hasque, Michael Kostka, and Stacey Struhar
- Planning for Pasco Food Policy Community Connection Event
- Approval of July and September meeting minutes
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Heritage Park, Land O' Lakes
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Agenda
Friday 10/16/2026
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Location: Heritage Park 5401 Land O' Lakes Blvd,
Land O' Lakes, FL 34639
I. Call to Order II. Statements from the Public III. Staff and Budget
1. Confirm Quorum
2. Upcoming Meeting Schedule-Event Thursday 11/12/2026,
12/18/2026, Jan 15th
3. Approve Meeting Minutes (notes) July and Sept (no Aug meeting)
4. Vacancies & Review of membership applications- Briana Mays,
Sarah Hasque, Michael Kostka, Stacey Struhar, RD(?)
5. Event Budget- Sponsor?
6. Food Policy Funding Grant- $40,000
https://betterfoodpolicy.org/opportunities/
IV. Policy
1. Florida Food Policy Advisory Council- https://www.floridafpc.org/
2. Rhode Island FPAC https://rifoodcouncil.org/
https://rifoodcouncil.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Municipal
_Fact_Sheets_2025_PROVIDENCE.pdf
4. Review Agricultural Land Uses- Pasco County- Create
Action Items
https://library.municode.com/fl/pasco_county/codes/land_developme
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V. Programs & Outreach
1. Pasco Food Policy Community Connection Event
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Final Agenda Review
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Logistics Overview
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Marketing Plan- Flyer and posting?
2. Member updates
VI. Adjournment
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 13:45
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to discuss Pasco 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update
The Planning Commission is holding a workshop to discuss the Pasco 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update. The session focuses on Pasco GROWS Goals, Objectives, and Policies (GOPs). This item is for presentation only.
- Discussion of Pasco GROWS Goals, Objectives, and Policies (File PDE27-0087)
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Planning Commission
Charles Grey, Chairman
Jaime Girardi, P.E., Vice Chairman
Christopher B. Poole, CPG
Jon Moody, P.E.
Matthew Munz, P.E.
Derek Pontlitz, CRPC
School Board Representative
Chris Williams
Legal Counsel
David A. Goldstein, County Attorney
Staff
David Allen, Assistant County Administrator, Development Services
David Engel, MCRP, AICP, Director Planning, Development and
Economic Growth
Nectarios Pittos, AICP, Director Planning Services
Patricia Crist Yingling, Planning Commission Agenda Coordinator
Nick Uhren, P.E., County Engineer
Pasco County
Planning Commission Workshop Agenda
Thursday, October 8, 2026
1:45 PM
Historic Pasco County Courthouse
Historic Board Room, 2nd Floor
37918 Meridian Avenue
Dade City, FL 33525
This meeting will be broadcast live on Pasco TV, YouTube Live, Frontier Channel 42 and Spectrum
Channel 643 (only for residents living in Pasco County).
All electronic devices must be turned off while in the Board Room.
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Call To Order
Moment of Silence
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Topics for Discussion
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Planning Commission Workshop: Pasco 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update
- Pasco GROWS Goals, Objectives, and Policies (GOPs)
File Number
PDE27-0087
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Recommendation
Presentation Only
Adjourn
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 10:00
Metropolitan Planning Organization
Pasco MPO to hear FDOT tentative work program for FY 28-32 at public hearing
The Pasco County Metropolitan Planning Organization meets Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the Pasco County Historic Courthouse in Dade City. The board is set to vote on approving its August 20, 2026 meeting minutes, adding a regular member to the Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee and an alternate to the Technical Advisory Committee, and adopting its 2027 meeting schedule. It will also hold a public hearing on the FDOT Tentative Work Program for FY 28-32 and receive presentations, with no action required, on Unified Planning Work Program modifications, the Advantage U.S. 19 Phase Implementation Plan Phase II scope of work, and a Prioritizing Transportation Tampa Bay update. The agenda also lists a proposed Tampa Bay Regional MPO merger and GOPASCO as items without attached detail.
- Public hearing on FDOT Tentative Work Program (TWP) FY 28-32, file MPO27-0047, no action required
- Vote to approve new regular BPAC member (S. Uhl), file MPO27-0039
- Vote to approve new alternate Technical Advisory Committee member (W. McCaw), file MPO27-0049
- Approval of the Pasco MPO Board and Committees 2027 meeting schedule, file MPO27-0038
- Presentation-only items: Unified Planning Work Program FY 27-FY 28 modification (MPO27-0037) and Advantage U.S. 19 Phase Implementation Plan Phase II scope of work (MPO27-0032)
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Pasco County Historic Courthouse, , Dade City
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Board Members
Scott Black (MPO Chairman, Mayor, City of Dade City)
John Eric Hoover (MPO Vice-Chairman, Mayor, City of Port Richey)
Lance Smith (Councilman, City of Zephyrhills)
Matt Murphy (Councilman, City of New Port Richey)
Ron Oakley (County Commissioner, District 1)
Seth Weightman (County Commissioner, District 2)
Kathryn Starkey (County Commissioner, District 3)
Lisa Yeager (County Commissioner, District 4)
Jack Mariano (County Commissioner, District 5)
Justin Hall - FDOT District Seven Secretary (Non-Voting Advisor)
Pasco County
Metropolitan Planning Organization
Thursday, October 8, 2026
10:00 AM
Pasco County Historic Courthouse, 2nd Floor Boardroom
37918 Meridian Avenue, Dade City, FL 33525
This meeting will be broadcasted live on the County's website, Facebook, YouTube Live,
Frontier Channel 42, and Spectrum Channel 643 (only for residents living in Pasco
County).
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Call to Order
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call (by County Clerk)
Public Comment
Board meetings are open to the public. Citizens may address the Board on any topic
within its jurisdiction, either in person or virtually via the Microsoft Teams platform. To
ensure everyone has an opportunity to speak, comments are limited to three (3) minutes
per speaker. To participate virtually, a Virtual Public Comment Registration Form must be
complete …
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 13:30
Planning Commission
Pasco Planning Commission to hear Old Pasco Road development agreement continuance
The Pasco County Planning Commission meets Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 1:30 PM in the Historic Pasco County Courthouse in Dade City. The board will take up a requested continuance of a development agreement with Meritage Homes of Florida, LLC for the Old Pasco Road MPUD involving roadway improvements in exchange for cash reimbursement. It will also consider three consent items: a special exception for a 1,684 square foot accessory dwelling unit on Trust Lane, a conditional use for a personal residential helicopter landing pad on Bower Road, and a conditional use for a vehicle storage and impound yard on 14th Street. The Planning Commission has final decision-making authority for special exceptions; its other decisions are recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners.
- PC3: Requested continuance of the Old Pasco Road Development Agreement with Meritage Homes of Florida, LLC for roadway improvements in exchange for cash reimbursement (File PDE27-0036, District 1)
- PC4: Special exception for a 1,684 sq ft accessory dwelling unit on 5.09 acres on the north side of Trust Lane, about 670 feet west of Trust Lane and Lowrie Lane (File PDE27-7954, District 1)
- PC5: Conditional use for a personal residential helicopter landing pad on 16.79 acres on the east side of Bower Road, about 0.3 miles south of Main Line Road (File PDE27-CU05, District 1)
- PC6: Conditional use for vehicle storage and impound yard for an existing towing service on 0.87 acres east of 14th Street, about 1,050 feet southeast of 14th Street and Long Avenue (File PDE27-CU07, District 1)
- Consent: approval of annotated minutes from the March 19, 2026 and August 6, 2026 Planning Commission meetings (Files PDE27-0085, PDE27-0086)
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Historic Pasco County Courthouse,, Dade City
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Planning Commission
Charles Grey, Chairman
Jaime Girardi, P.E., Vice Chairman
Christopher B. Poole, CPG
Jon Moody, P.E.
Matthew Munz, P.E.
Derek Pontlitz, CRPC
School Board Representative
Chris Williams
Legal Counsel
David A. Goldstein, County Attorney
Staff
David Allen, Assistant County Administrator, Development Services
David Engel, MCRP, AICP, Director Planning, Development and
Economic Growth
Nectarios Pittos, AICP, Director Planning Services
Patricia Crist Yingling, Planning Commission Agenda Coordinator
Nick Uhren, P.E., County Engineer
Pasco County
Planning Commission Agenda
Thursday, October 8, 2026
1:30 PM
Historic Pasco County Courthouse
Historic Board Room, 2nd Floor
37918 Meridian Avenue
Dade City, FL 33525
This meeting will be broadcast live on Pasco TV, YouTube Live, Frontier Channel 42 and Spectrum
Channel 643 (only for residents living in Pasco County).
All electronic devices must be turned off while in the Board Room.
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Public Meeting Rules of Decorum and Procedure
The Planning Commission has final decision-making authority for Special Exceptions. Any
person desiring to appeal a special exception to the Board of County Commissioners will
need a record of the proceedings and may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the
proceedings is made which includes the testimony and evidence upon which the
appeal is based. All other decisions by the Planning com …
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Pasco County Commission to vote on $9.25M building automation contract and $2.65M land purchase
The Pasco County Board of County Commissioners meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at the Historic Pasco County Courthouse in Dade City. The board will handle routine consent items — including contracts, budget amendments, and grant agreements — and take up regular business such as solar power opportunities and school concurrency changes. At 1:30 p.m., public hearings are scheduled on several comprehensive plan amendments and zoning requests, though many of the larger rezoning items are listed as continuance requests. The agenda also includes several ceremonial resolutions.
- Consent item C11: First one-year renewal and additional purchasing authority for Air Mechanical & Service Corp. building automation services, $9,250,000.00
- Consent item C29: Agreement to purchase property from Outlaw Ridge, LLC for the Environmental Lands Acquisition and Management Program, $2,650,000.00
- Consent item C12: Acceptance of the Police Benevolent Association (PBA) second-year pay plan, $895,000.00
- Public hearing P38: Comprehensive plan amendment to change future land use from RES-9 to RES-24 on about 15.267 acres at U.S. Highway 301 (Gall Boulevard) and Chancey Road — continuance requested
- Public hearing P43: Palmetto Ridge MPUD rezoning for 2,800 residential units and 100,000 square feet of commercial uses on about 3,536 acres near State Road 52 and Ehren Cutoff — continuance requested
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✓ Decided: Pasco County Board approves several rezoning requests and infrastructure contracts
The Board approved multiple zoning changes, including a commercial rezoning at Wesley Chapel Boulevard and Loury Drive. Several high-value service contracts for building automation, wireless communications, and stormwater culverts were approved. Multiple comprehensive plan and zoning amendments were continued to November 17, 2026.
- Approved $9.25M building automation renewal for Air Mechanical & Service Corp.
- Approved $1.3M wireless communication services contract with Verizon Wireless
- Approved $4.8M stormwater culvert replacement change order for Southern Road & Bridge, LLC
- Approved rezoning from RES-3 to COM at Wesley Chapel Blvd and Loury Drive
- Approved rezoning from A-R to MPUD for 96 townhomes south of Chancey Road
- Approved $2.65M property purchase from Outlaw Ridge, LLC for environmental lands
- Approved $126,243 JAG grant application for Pasco Sheriff’s Office
- Approved $895,000 Police Benevolent Association second year pay plan
Historic Pasco County Courthouse , 37918 Meridian Avenue, Boardroom
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County Commissioners
Honorable Ronald E. Oakley, District 1
Honorable Vice Chairman Seth Weightman,
District 2
Honorable Kathryn Starkey, District 3
Honorable Second Vice Chairman Lisa Yeager,
District 4
Honorable Chairman Jack Mariano, District 5
Clerk & Comptroller
Honorable Nikki Alvarez-Sowles, Esq.
County Administrator
Mike Carballa, P.E.
County Attorney
David A. Goldstein, Esq.
Pasco County Commission Agenda
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
10:00 AM
Historic Pasco County Courthouse, Board Room, 2nd Floor
37918 Meridian Avenue, Dade City, Florida 33525
This meeting will be broadcast live on the County's website, YouTube channel, and Frontier
Channel 42 and Spectrum Channel 643 (only for residents living in Pasco County).
Please silence all electronic devices.
10:00 a.m.
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Public Comment. All resolutions will be presented after Public Comment.
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Consent and Regular
12:00 p.m.
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Recess
1:30 p.m.
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Public Hearings. Following the Public Hearings, the County Commission
will complete any unfinished items from the 10:00 a.m. session.
Public Meeting Rules of Decorum and Procedure
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA
REGULAR MEETING/REZONINGS
ANNOTATED AGENDA
OCTOBER 6, 2026
PREPARED IN THE OFFICE OF
NIKKI ALVAREZ-SOWLES, Esq., CLERK & COMPTROLLER
THE MINUTES WERE PREPARED IN AGENDA ORDER
AS PUBLISHED AND NOT IN THE ORDER
IN WHICH THE ITEMS WERE HEARD
10:00 A.M.
HISTORIC PASCO COUNTY COURTHOUSE, BOARD ROOM 2ND FLOOR
37918 MERIDIAN AVENUE, DADE CITY, FL 33525
County Commissioners
Honorable Jack Mariano, Chairman, District 5
Honorable Seth Weightman, Vice-Chairman, District 2
Honorable Lisa Yeager, Second Vice-Chairman, District 4
Honorable Ronald E. Oakley, District 1
Honorable Kathryn Starkey, District 3
Clerk & Comptroller
Honorable Nikki Alvarez-Sowles, Esq.
County Administrator
Mike Carballa, P.E.
County Attorney
David A. Goldstein, Esq.
Call To Order
Chairman Mariano called the meeting to order at 10:01 a.m.
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
A Chaplain gave the Invocation.
Ms. Alvarez-Sowles led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
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Roll Call
Ms. Alvarez-Sowles called the roll. All Commissioners were present.
Public Comment
Citizens are given an opportunity to comment on items listed on the Agenda by
participating via Microsoft Teams during the meeting or attending in person. A Microsoft
Teams pre-registration process can be f …
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 14:00
Commission on the Status of Women
Pasco County women's commission to hear Johns Hopkins All Children's speaker, review survey
The Pasco County Commission on the Status of Women meets Monday, October 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM in the Crystal Springs Room of the Pasco County Utilities Administration Building, 19420 Central Blvd., Land O' Lakes. The agenda includes approval of the September 14 meeting minutes, a guest speaker from Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital — Wesley Chapel, and updates on sub-committee appointments, luncheon planning, and the Women Mean Business program. Members will also review the annual survey, a promotional handout, work plan updates, and receive announcements on human trafficking and School Board matters. The agenda is largely routine committee business; no ordinances, contracts, or fee changes appear on it.
- Guest speaker Jill Lansky of Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital — Wesley Chapel (File 2026-2506)
- Approval of September 14 meeting minutes (File 2026-2505)
- Review of sub-committee appointments (File 2026-2507)
- Luncheon planning (File 2026-2508) and Women Mean Business update (File 2026-2509)
- Annual survey update (File 2026-2510) and review/approval of a CSW promotions handout (File 2026-2511)
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Pasco County Utilities Administration Building, Land O' Lakes
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Committee Members
Lauren Miceli, Chair
Representative for a Non-Profit
Stefanie Pontlitz, Vice Chair
Representative for a Non-Profit
Rosie Paulsen, Secretary
Representative for Health and Wellness
Toni Zetzsche
Representative for Early Childhood through Secondary Education
Jennifer Tussing
Representative for District 1, Commissioner Ron Oakley
Jennifer Pearson Yingling
Representative for District 2, Commissioner Seth Weightman
Michele Chamberlin
Representative for District 3, Commissioner Kathryn Starkey
Sandy Graves
Representative for District 4, Commissioner Lisa Yeager
Denise Nicholas
Representative for District 5, Commissioner Jack Mariano
Arlene York
Representative for Higher Education
Sarah Raaymakers
Representative for Legal
Diane Jones
Representative for a Non-Profit
Larnelle Scott
Representative for a Minority Affinity Group
Leona Shuler
Representative for a Minority Affinity Group
Lindsay Moore
Representative for Law Enforcement
Commission on the Status of Women
Agenda
Monday, October 5, 2026
2:00 PM
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Pasco County Utilities Administration Building, Crystal Springs Room
19420 Central Blvd., Land O' Lakes, FL 34637
All electronic devices must be turned off while in the Board Room.
Public Meeting Rules of Decorum and Procedure
Call to Order
Welcome and Introductions
Roll Call
Public Comment
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Wed Sep 30, 2026 · 13:30
Metropolitan Planning Organization
Pasco MPO Technical Advisory Committee meeting on September 30, 2026
The Technical Advisory Committee will review the 2027 meeting schedule and various status reports. The meeting includes presentations on the Advantage U.S. 19 Phase II Scope of Work and the Prioritizing Transportation Tampa Bay update.
- Approval of the Pasco MPO Board and Committees 2027 Meeting Schedule
- Advantage U.S. 19 Phase Implementation Plan Phase II Scope of Work presentation
- Prioritizing Transportation Tampa Bay update
- FDOT Tentative Work Program (TWP) - FY 28-32 Public Hearing presentation
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UF/IFAS Pasco County Extension, One Stop Shop, , Dade City
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Pasco County
Metropolitan Planning Organization
Technical Advisory Committee
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
1:30 PM
UF/IFAS Pasco County Extension - One Stop Shop
15029 14th Street, Dade City, FL 33523
Public Meeting Rules of Decorum and Procedure
Public Comment
Committee meetings are open to the public. Attendees are invited to address the
committee on any topic within the committee’s jurisdiction. Comments are limited to three
(3) minutes per speaker to ensure everyone has an opportunity to speak.
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Call To Order
The Committee Chair will oversee attendance and verify quorum.
Approval of Minutes
1
Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) - Meeting Minutes - August 5,
2026
File Number
MPO27-0044
MPO Board Report
2
Pasco Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Board - Meeting
Report - August 20, 2026
File Number
MPO27-0046
Comm. Dist.
All
Recommendation
No Action Required
Presentation Only
Action Items
3
Modification to Uniformed Planning Work Program FY 27 - FY 28
File Number
MPO27-0037
Comm. Dist.
All
Recommendation
No Action Required
4
Pasco MPO Board and Committees 2027 Meeting Schedule - Final
File Number
MPO27-0038
Comm. Dist.
All
Recommendation
Approve
Status Reports/Presentations
5
Advantage U.S. 19 Phase Implementation Plan P …
Wed Sep 30, 2026 · 17:45
Metropolitan Planning Organization
BPAC meeting to discuss committee membership and 2027 meeting schedule
The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will review meeting minutes from August 5, 2026, and consider approving a new regular member, S.Uhl. The committee will also review the 2027 meeting schedule and receive presentations on the Advantage U.S. 19 Phase Implementation Plan.
- Approval of August 5, 2026, meeting minutes
- Approval of new regular BPAC member S.Uhl
- Approval of Pasco MPO Board and Committees 2027 Meeting Schedule
- Presentation on Advantage U.S. 19 Phase Implementation Plan Phase II Scope of Work
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UF/IFAS Pasco County Extension, One Stop Shop, , Dade City
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Pasco County
Metropolitan Planning Organization
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory
Committee
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
5:45 PM
UF/IFAS Pasco County Extension - One Stop Shop
15029 14th Street, Dade City, FL 33523
Public Meeting Rules of Decorum and Procedure
Call To Order
The Chairperson, or in their absence, the Vice-Chairperson, will initiate the meeting.
Attendance will be reviewed to record member presence and verify if a quorum is
established.
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Public Comment
Committee meetings are open to the public. Attendees are invited to address the
committee on any topic within the committee’s jurisdiction. Comments are limited to three
(3) minutes per speaker to ensure everyone has an opportunity to speak.
Approval of Minutes
1
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) - Meeting
Minutes - August 5, 2026
File Number
MPO27-0045
Comm. Dist.
All
Recommendation
Approve
MPO Board Report
2
Pasco Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Board - Meeting
Report - August 20, 2026
File Number
MPO27-0046
Comm. Dist.
All
Recommendation
No Action Required
Presentation Only
Action Items
3
Approval of New Regular Member of Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory
Committee - S.Uhl
File Number
MPO27-0039
Comm. Dist.
Not applicable
Recommendation
Approve
4
Modification to Uni …
Wed Sep 30, 2026 · 09:30
Metropolitan Planning Organization
Pasco MPO CAC meeting to review meeting minutes and 2027 meeting schedule
The Citizens Advisory Committee will review and vote on minutes from the June 3, 2026, and August 5, 2026, meetings. The committee will also consider approving the final 2027 meeting schedule for the Pasco MPO Board and Committees.
- Approval of June 3, 2026, CAC Meeting Minutes
- Approval of August 5, 2026, CAC Meeting Minutes
- Approval of Pasco MPO Board and Committees 2027 Meeting Schedule
- Presentation on Advantage U.S. 19 Phase Implementation Plan Phase II Scope of Work
- Presentation on Prioritizing Transportation Tampa Bay Update
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Pasco County
Metropolitan Planning Organization
Citizens Advisory Committee
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
9:30 AM
UF/IFAS Pasco County Extension - One Stop Shop
15029 14th Street, Dade City, FL 33523
Public Meeting Rules of Decorum and Procedure
Call To Order
The Chairperson, or in their absence, the Vice-Chairperson, will initiate the meeting.
Attendance will be reviewed to record member presence and verify if a quorum is
established.
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Public Comment
Committee meetings are open to the public. Attendees are invited to address the
committee on any topic within the committee’s jurisdiction. Comments are limited to three
(3) minutes per speaker to ensure everyone has an opportunity to speak.
Approval of Minutes
1
Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) - Meeting Minutes - June 3, 2026
File Number
MPO27-0004
Comm. Dist.
All
Recommendation
Approve
2
Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) - Meeting Minutes - August 5,
2026
File Number
MPO27-0043
Comm. Dist.
All
Recommendation
Approve
MPO Board Report
3
Pasco Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Board - Meeting
Report - August 20, 2026
File Number
MPO27-0046
Comm. Dist.
All
Recommendation
No Action Required
Presentation Only
Action Items
4
Modification to Unified Planning Work Program FY 27 - FY 28
File Nu …
Tue Sep 29, 2026 · 14:00
Board of County Commissioners
Pasco County Commission to ratify and extend a local emergency over dengue
The Pasco County Board of County Commissioners meets in a special meeting on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM at the West Pasco Government Center in New Port Richey. The agenda lists one topic: ratifying and extending a resolution declaring a state of local emergency related to the mosquito-borne illness dengue (Resolution No. 26-407), with a recommendation to approve. A presentation from the Florida Department of Health on dengue is listed as presentation only. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, invocation, pledge, roll call, adjournment).
- Ratify and extend Resolution No. 26-407 declaring a state of local emergency related to dengue, recommended for approval
- Florida Department of Health dengue presentation, listed as presentation only
- Special meeting held at West Pasco Government Center, 8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey
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✓ Decided: Pasco County extends local emergency declaration for Dengue
The Board of County Commissioners ratified and extended a resolution declaring a state of local emergency regarding the mosquito-borne illness known as Dengue. The board also received an informational presentation from the Florida Department of Health.
- Approved extension of State of Local Emergency for Dengue (Resolution No. 26-407)
West Pasco Government Center, 8731 Citizens Drive
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Honorable Ronald E. Oakley, District 1
Honorable Vice Chairman Seth Weightman,
District 2
Honorable Kathryn Starkey, District 3
Honorable Second Vice Chairman Lisa Yeager,
District 4
Honorable Chairman Jack Mariano, District 5
Clerk & Comptroller
Honorable Nikki Alvarez-Sowles, Esq.
County Administrator
Mike Carballa, P.E.
County Attorney
David A. Goldstein, Esq.
Pasco County Commission Agenda
SPECIAL MEETING
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
2:00 PM
West Pasco Government Center, Board Room, 1st Floor
8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey, Florida 34654
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Any person desiring to appeal any decision made by the Planning Commission or
Board of County Commissioners with respect to any matter considered at any
meeting or hearing will need a record of the proceedings and may need to ensure that
a verbatim record of the proceedings is made which includes the testimony and
evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. For this meeting, persons may obtain
a verbatim record of the proceeding by contacting the Clerk and Comptroller’s office,
East Pasco Government Center, 14326 6th Street, Suite 201, Dade City, Florida
33523-3414; or at (352)521-4345.
If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA
SPECIAL MEETING
ANNOTATED AGENDA
SEPTEMBER 29, 2026
PREPARED IN THE OFFICE OF
NIKKI ALVAREZ-SOWLES, Esq., CLERK & COMPTROLLER
THE MINUTES WERE PREPARED IN AGENDA ORDER
AS PUBLISHED AND NOT IN THE ORDER
IN WHICH THE ITEMS WERE HEARD
2:00 P.M.
WEST PASCO GOVERNMENT CENTER, BOARD ROOM
8731 CITIZENS DRIVE, NEW PORT RICHEY, FL 34654
County Commissioners
Honorable Jack Mariano, Chairman, District 5 – Absent
Honorable Seth Weightman, Vice-Chairman, District 2
Honorable Lisa Yeager, Second Vice-Chairman, District 4
Honorable Ronald E. Oakley, District 1
Honorable Kathryn Starkey, District 3 – Absent
Clerk & Comptroller
Honorable Nikki Alvarez-Sowles, Esq.
Rep. by Ms. Debbie Gay, Deputy Clerk
County Administrator
Mike Carballa, P.E.
County Attorney
David A. Goldstein, Esq.
Call To Order
Vice-Chairman Weightman called the meeting to order at 2:01 p.m.
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
Ms. Gay gave the Invocation and led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
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Roll Call
Ms. Gay called the roll. All Commissioners were present with the exception of Chairman
Mariano and Commissioner Starkey who were absent.
Topic for Discussion
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Florida Department of Health: Dengue Presentation
File Number
2026-2476.
Comm. …
Fri Sep 25, 2026 · 13:30
Planning Commission
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 17:15
General
County Commission to adopt final millage rates and FY2027 budget
The Pasco County Commission is holding a public hearing to adopt the final millage rates and the final budget for Fiscal Year 2027. The agenda is largely procedural, with the budget adoption as the sole substantive item listed.
- Adoption of final millage rates and FY2027 budget (File OMB26-0064)
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✓ Decided: Pasco County adopts final budget and millage rates for Fiscal Year 2027
The Board of County Commissioners approved the final budget for Fiscal Year 2027. The board also adopted specific millage rates for the General Fund, various MSTUs, and several bond funds.
- Approved General Fund millage rate of 7.2488 Mills
- Approved Fire Rescue MSTU millage rate of 2.2674 Mills
- Approved Road Rehabilitation MSTU millage rate of 0.4052 Mills
- Approved Transportation Fund and Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources MSTU millage rates of 0.00 Mills
- Approved final levying of Ad Valorem Taxes for Fiscal Year 2027 as 9.8298 Mills
- Approved Fiscal Year 2027 final budget
- Approved Resolution adopting the final budget for Fiscal Year 2027
West Pasco Government Center, 8731 Citizens Drive
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Honorable Ronald E. Oakley, District 1
Honorable Vice Chairman Seth Weightman,
District 2
Honorable Kathryn Starkey, District 3
Honorable Second Vice Chairman Lisa Yeager,
District 4
Honorable Chairman Jack Mariano, District 5
Clerk & Comptroller
Honorable Nikki Alvarez-Sowles, Esq.
County Administrator
Mike Carballa, P.E.
County Attorney
David A. Goldstein, Esq.
Pasco County Commission Agenda
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
5:15 PM
West Pasco Government Center, Board Room, 1st Floor
8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey, Florida 34654
Please silence all electronic devices.
Public Meeting Rules of Decorum and Procedure
The County Commission Public Hearing Agenda comprises of two sections:
Public Comment is the section when individuals can comment on matters that the Board
has before it for consideration. Everyone is limited to three minutes for such comments. A
yellow light will appear on the timer at the top of the podium when you have one minute
remaining, then three beeps will sound when your time is up.
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Public Hearings, which are advertised items, including rezonings, land use amendments,
ordinance adoptions and revisions. Comments by the public are allowed on each item.
Any person desiring to appeal any decision made by the Planning Commission or
Board of County Commissioners with respect to any matter considered at any
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA
BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING
ANNOTATED AGENDA
SEPTEMBER 22, 2026
PREPARED IN THE OFFICE OF
NIKKI ALVAREZ-SOWLES, Esq., CLERK & COMPTROLLER
THE MINUTES WERE PREPARED IN AGENDA ORDER
AS PUBLISHED AND NOT IN THE ORDER
IN WHICH THE ITEMS WERE HEARD
5:15 P.M.
WEST PASCO GOVERNMENT CENTER, BOARD ROOM
8731 CITIZENS DRIVE, NEW PORT RICHEY, FL 34654
County Commissioners
Honorable Jack Mariano, Chairman, District 5
Honorable Seth Weightman, Vice-Chairman, District 2
Honorable Lisa Yeager, Second Vice-Chairman, District 4
Honorable Ronald E. Oakley, District 1
Honorable Kathryn Starkey, District 3
Clerk & Comptroller
Honorable Nikki Alvarez-Sowles, Esq.
County Administrator
Mike Carballa, P.E.
County Attorney
David A. Goldstein, Esq.
Call To Order
Chairman Mariano called the meeting to order at 5:16 p.m.
Roll Call
The roll call was taken at the Regular Meeting before the 5:15 p.m. Budget Hearing.
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Adoption of Final Millage Rates and Final Budget for Fiscal Year 2027 - To
Be Distributed
File Number
OMB26-0064
Comm. Dist.
All
Recommendation Approve
Approved to adopt the final Millage Rate for Fiscal Year 2027 for the General Fund of
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Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
County to vote on $10M disaster recovery policy and budget adjustments
The Pasco County Commission will vote on routine consent items, discuss budget adjustments and meeting rules, and hold public hearings on land development code amendments. Key items include a $10 million disaster recovery policy, a $1.6 million property purchase, and several infrastructure contracts.
- Adopt $10M CDBG-DR funds policy for Better Future Public Services
- Approve $1.6M purchase of 12417 Clock Tower Parkway, Hudson
- Award $2.89M Moon Lake ADA bus stop construction contract
- Approve $3.11M property/casualty insurance renewal
- Public hearings on Land Development Code amendments (sections 403.5, 403.7, etc.)
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✓ Decided: Pasco County Board updates Land Development Code and Tourist Development Plan
The Board adopted ordinances amending the Land Development Code and the Tourist Development Plan. Several zoning amendments and conditional use requests were approved, and a wide range of operational contracts and budget amendments were authorized via the consent agenda.
- Adopted Land Development Code amendments (roll call vote)
- Adopted updated Tourist Development Plan (roll call vote)
- Approved conditional use for residential treatment and care facility on Wilson Road
- Approved zoning change from A-C to A-R for Kitten Trail Farms
- Continued Mitras Project zoning amendment to October 20, 2026
- Approved $1.6M property purchase from Sober Lyfe, Inc. in Hudson
- Approved $2.88M contract for Moon Lake ADA bus stop accessibility
- Approved $1.72M contract for State Road 56 and Lajuana Boulevard traffic signal
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County Commissioners
Honorable Ronald E. Oakley, District 1
Honorable Vice Chairman Seth Weightman,
District 2
Honorable Kathryn Starkey, District 3
Honorable Second Vice Chairman Lisa Yeager,
District 4
Honorable Chairman Jack Mariano, District 5
Clerk & Comptroller
Honorable Nikki Alvarez-Sowles, Esq.
County Administrator
Mike Carballa, P.E.
County Attorney
David A. Goldstein, Esq.
Pasco County Commission Agenda
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
10:00 AM
West Pasco Government Center, Board Room, 1st Floor
8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey, Florida 34654
This meeting will be broadcast live on the County's website, YouTube channel, and Frontier
Channel 42 and Spectrum Channel 643 (only for residents living in Pasco County).
Please silence all electronic devices.
10:00 a.m.
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Public Comment. All resolutions will be presented after Public Comment.
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Consent and Regular
12:00 p.m.
-
Recess
1:30 p.m.
-
Public Hearings. Following the Public Hearings, the County Commission
will complete any unfinished items from the 10:00 a.m. session.
Public Meeting Rules of Decorum and Procedure
The County Commission Agenda comprises four sections:
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA
REGULAR MEETING/REZONINGS
ANNOTATED AGENDA
SEPTEMBER 22, 2026
PREPARED IN THE OFFICE OF
NIKKI ALVAREZ-SOWLES, Esq., CLERK & COMPTROLLER
THE MINUTES WERE PREPARED IN AGENDA ORDER
AS PUBLISHED AND NOT IN THE ORDER
IN WHICH THE ITEMS WERE HEARD
10:00 A.M.
WEST PASCO GOVERNMENT CENTER, BOARD ROOM
8731 CITIZENS DRIVE, NEW PORT RICHEY, FL 34654
County Commissioners
Honorable Jack Mariano, Chairman, District 5
Honorable Seth Weightman, Vice-Chairman, District 2
Honorable Lisa Yeager, Second Vice-Chairman, District 4
Honorable Ronald E. Oakley, District 1
Honorable Kathryn Starkey, District 3
Clerk & Comptroller
Honorable Nikki Alvarez-Sowles, Esq.
County Administrator
Mike Carballa, P.E.
County Attorney
David A. Goldstein, Esq.
Call To Order
Chairman Mariano called the meeting to order at 10:02 a.m.
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
A Chaplain gave the Invocation.
Ms. Alvarez-Sowles led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
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Roll Call
Ms. Alvarez-Sowles called the roll. All Commissioners were present.
Public Comment
Citizens are given an opportunity to comment on items listed on the Agenda by
participating via Microsoft Teams during the meeting or attending in person. A Microsoft
Teams pre-registration process can be found on …
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 10:00
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to discuss Pasco 2050 land-use categories
The Pasco County Planning Commission is holding a workshop to discuss the Pasco 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update, specifically the future land use (FLU) categories under the Pasco GROWS initiative. This is a presentation-only discussion with no formal recommendation or decision at this meeting.
- Discussion of Future Land Use (FLU) categories for Pasco 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update (File PDE26-1152)
- Workshop held at West Pasco Government Center, 8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey
- Broadcast live on Pasco TV, YouTube Live, Frontier Channel 42, and Spectrum Channel 643
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Planning Commission
Charles Grey, Chairman
Jaime Girardi, P.E., Vice Chairman
Christopher B. Poole, CPG
Jon Moody, P.E.
Matthew Munz, P.E.
Derek Pontlitz, CRPC
School Board Representative
Chris Williams
Legal Counsel
David A. Goldstein, County Attorney
Staff
David Allen, Assistant County Administrator, Development Services
David Engel, MCRP, AICP, Director Planning, Development and
Economic Growth
Nectarios Pittos, AICP, Director Planning Services
Patricia Crist Yingling, Planning Commission Agenda Coordinator
Nick Uhren, P.E., County Engineer
Pasco County
Planning Commission Workshop Agenda
Thursday, September 17, 2026
10:00 AM
West Pasco Government Center
Board Room, 1st Floor
8731 Citizens Drive
New Port Richey, FL 34654
This meeting will be broadcast live on Pasco TV, YouTube Live, Frontier Channel 42 and Spectrum
Channel 643 (only for residents living in Pasco County).
All electronic devices must be turned off while in the Board Room.
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Call To Order
Moment of Silence
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Topics for Discussion
1
Planning Commission Workshop: Pasco 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update -
Pasco GROWS (Discuss Future Land Use (FLU) Categories)
File Number
PDE26-1152
Comm. Dist.
All
Recommendation
Presentation Only
Adjourn
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 13:30
Planning Commission
Pasco Planning Commission to vote on 6 land-use items, including Times Publishing rezoning
The Pasco County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on six items, including special exceptions, zoning amendments, a comprehensive plan amendment, and a development agreement. The commission has final authority on special exceptions; other decisions are recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and public comment periods.
- Special exception for private swim school at Ridge Road and Sycamore Drive (1.44 acres)
- Special exception amendment for Shady Hills Combined Cycle Facility (30.92 acres)
- Zoning amendment for Long Lake Ranch MPUD to split Parcel A/B (73.5 acres)
- Comprehensive plan amendment changing 8.5 acres at 11321 US Highway 19 from ROR to IL
- Rezoning to MPUD for 1,104,877 sq ft commercial/industrial uses west of US-19
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West Pasco Government Center, 8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey
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Planning Commission
Charles Grey, Chairman
Jaime Girardi, P.E., Vice Chairman
Christopher B. Poole, CPG
Jon Moody, P.E.
Matthew Munz, P.E.
Derek Pontlitz, CRPC
School Board Representative
Chris Williams
Legal Counsel
David A. Goldstein, County Attorney
Staff
David Allen, Assistant County Administrator, Development Services
David Engel, MCRP, AICP, Director Planning, Development and
Economic Growth
Nectarios Pittos, AICP, Director Planning Services
Patricia Crist Yingling, Planning Commission Agenda Coordinator
Nick Uhren, P.E., County Engineer
Pasco County
Planning Commission Agenda
Thursday, September 17, 2026
1:30 PM
West Pasco Government Center
Board Room, 1st Floor
8731 Citizens Drive
New Port Richey, FL 34654
This meeting will be broadcast live on Pasco TV, YouTube Live, Frontier Channel 42 and Spectrum
Channel 643 (only for residents living in Pasco County).
All electronic devices must be turned off while in the Board Room.
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Public Meeting Rules of Decorum and Procedure
The Planning Commission has final decision-making authority for Special Exceptions. Any
person desiring to appeal a special exception to the Board of County Commissioners will
need a record of the proceedings and may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the
proceedings is made which includes the testimony and evidence upon which the
appeal is based. All other decisions by the Planning commission ar …
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 13:30
Village of Pasadena Hills Planning and Policy
Historic Pasco County Courthouse,, Dade City
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 10:00
General
TDC to review FY27 budget, tourist plan ordinance, funding deals
The Pasco County Tourist Development Council meets to consider two funding agreements, approve the 2027 meeting schedule, and receive presentations on the proposed FY2027 budget, a tourist development plan ordinance, and updates on marketing, sports tourism, and revenues. The agenda is largely informational, with only the funding items and schedule requiring approval.
- $3,228 sports event funding for Southern Jam at Wiregrass Ranch Sports Campus
- $11,250 marketing matching sponsorship for Greater East Pasco Chamber of Commerce FY27
- Presentation of ordinance amending Tourist Development Plan (Ordinance 90-10, Section 102-190)
- Proposed FY2027 Destination Management Organization budget presentation
- Approval of 2027 TDC meeting schedule
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8731 Citizens Dr, New Port Richey
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Council Members
Chairman, Commissioner Jack Mariano
Councilman Kenneth M. Burgess, Jr., City of Zephyrhills
Councilman Brian Jonas, City of New Port Richey
Bobbi L. DeFilippis
Roger O. Aguilar
Pascal Collard
Kelly Hackman
Erica Broadnax
Alexis Doyle
Pasco County
Tourist Development Council
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
10:00 AM
West Pasco Government Center, Board Room, 1st Floor
8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey, Florida 34654
All electronic devices must be turned off while in the Board Room.
Public Meeting Rules of Decorum and Procedure
Call To Order - 10:00 a.m. Chairman
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Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Public Comment
Consent
1
Sports Event Funding Agreement – Preferred Athlete Scouting Services
Inc. - Southern Jam – Wiregrass Ranch Sports Campus of Pasco
County - $3,228.00
File Number
DMO26-0157
Comm. Dist.
Recommendation
Approve
2
Marketing Matching Sponsorship Program Agreement - Corrected
Funding Recommendation – Greater East Pasco Chamber of
Commerce Inc. – FY27 MMSP - $11,250.00
File Number
DMO26-0158
Comm. Dist.
Recommendation
Approve
Presentations
3
Riviera Watersports – Tourism Ecosystem Presentation
File Number
DMO26-0159
Comm. Dist.
Recommendation
Presentation Only
4
Marketing and Creative Updates - Paradise Advertising & Marketing …
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 14:00
Commission on the Status of Women
Commission on the Status of Women reviews work plan and upcoming events
The Commission will review and finalize the FY 2026–2027 Work Plan and discuss subcommittee assignments. Members will also receive updates on the Women Uplifting Women Luncheon and the Women Mean Business networking event.
- Review and finalization of FY 2026–2027 Work Plan
- Subcommittee assignments and structure discussion
- Sponsorship levels review for Women Uplifting Women Luncheon
- Status update for Women Mean Business Networking Event on October 13, 2026
- LEAD Summit partner and community engagement opportunities
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Pasco County Utilities Administration Building, Land O' Lakes
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Committee Members
Lauren Miceli, Chair
Representative for a Non-Profit
Stefanie Pontlitz, Vice Chair
Representative for a Non-Profit
Rosie Paulsen, Secretary
Representative for Health and Wellness
Toni Zetzsche
Representative for Early Childhood through Secondary Education
Jennifer Tussing
Representative for District 1, Commissioner Ron Oakley
Jennifer Pearson Yingling
Representative for District 2, Commissioner Seth Weightman
Michele Chamberlin
Representative for District 3, Commissioner Kathryn Starkey
Sandy Graves
Representative for District 4, Commissioner Lisa Yeager
Denise Nicholas
Representative for District 5, Commissioner Jack Mariano
Arlene York
Representative for Higher Education
Sarah Raaymakers
Representative for Legal
Diane Jones
Representative for a Non-Profit
Larnelle Scott
Representative for a Minority Affinity Group
Leona Shuler
Representative for a Minority Affinity Group
Lindsay Moore
Representative for Law Enforcement
Commission on the Status of Women
Agenda
Monday, September 14, 2026
2:00 PM
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Pasco County Utilities Administration Building, Cotee Training Room
19420 Central Blvd. Land O' Lakes, FL 34637
All electronic devices must be turned off while in the Board Room.
Public Meeting Rules of Decorum and Procedure
Call to Order
Welcome and Introductions
Roll Call
Public Comment
Comments can be made via e-mail or in person. Comments ca …
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
Pasco County Commissioners to vote on $22.7M in contracts and grants
The Pasco County Board of County Commissioners will meet on September 9, 2026, to approve routine administrative items, contracts, and budget amendments totaling over $22.7 million. The meeting includes public comment, a consent agenda with multiple contracts, and discussions on zoning, trails, and procedural rules.
- $555,000 cooperative purchase for Zencity software from Carahsoft Technology Corp.
- $2,306,650 multi-year waste services contract with Waste Pro of Florida, Inc.
- $5,850,000 contract for commingled recyclables transportation with Atez Logistics, LLC and Touchdown Logistics LLC
- $9,000,000 FDOT appropriation for transportation projects in District 4
- $5,330,000 land purchase for environmental conservation from AOB Shipwatch, LLC
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✓ Decided: Pasco County Board approves multiple zoning changes and infrastructure contracts
The Board approved several zoning amendments, including a substantial modification for the Two Rivers MPUD and a rezoning for Emmaus Commons. Infrastructure actions included approving a $5.85M recyclables transportation contract and a $2.3M waste services award. The Board also authorized $2M for the Town and Country Villas Septic to Sewer Project.
- Approved $2M for Town and Country Villas Septic to Sewer Project
- Approved $5.85M contract for commingled recyclables transportation
- Approved $2.3M award for waste container and recycling services
- Approved substantial modification for Two Rivers MPUD
- Approved rezoning of Emmaus Commons to C-2 General Commercial District
- Approved rezoning for US-41 Townhomes MPUD
- Approved establishment of Wiregrass III Community Development District
- Approved appointment of David A. Goldstein to Consolidated Justice Information Board
Historic Pasco County Courthouse , Dade City
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County Commissioners
Honorable Ronald E. Oakley, District 1
Honorable Vice Chairman Seth Weightman,
District 2
Honorable Kathryn Starkey, District 3
Honorable Second Vice Chairman Lisa Yeager,
District 4
Honorable Chairman Jack Mariano, District 5
Clerk & Comptroller
Honorable Nikki Alvarez-Sowles, Esq.
County Administrator
Mike Carballa, P.E.
County Attorney
David A. Goldstein, Esq.
Pasco County Commission Agenda
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
10:00 AM
Historic Pasco County Courthouse, Board Room, 2nd Floor
37918 Meridian Avenue, Dade City, Florida 33525
This meeting will be broadcast live on the County's website, YouTube channel, and Frontier
Channel 42 and Spectrum Channel 643 (only for residents living in Pasco County).
Please silence all electronic devices.
10:00 a.m.
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Public Comment. All resolutions will be presented after Public Comment.
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Consent and Regular
12:00 p.m.
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Recess
1:30 p.m.
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Public Hearings. Following the Public Hearings, the County Commission
will complete any unfinished items from the 10:00 a.m. session.
Public Meeting Rules of Decorum and Procedure
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Public Comment is the section when individuals can comment on matters that the Board
has before it for consideration. Everyone is limited to three minutes for such comments. A
yellow light will appear on the ti …
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA
REGULAR MEETING/REZONINGS
ANNOTATED AGENDA
SEPTEMBER 9, 2026
PREPARED IN THE OFFICE OF
NIKKI ALVAREZ-SOWLES, Esq., CLERK & COMPTROLLER
THE MINUTES WERE PREPARED IN AGENDA ORDER
AS PUBLISHED AND NOT IN THE ORDER
IN WHICH THE ITEMS WERE HEARD
10:00 A.M.
HISTORIC PASCO COUNTY COURTHOUSE, BOARD ROOM 2ND FLOOR
37918 MERIDIAN AVENUE, DADE CITY, FL 33525
County Commissioners
Honorable Jack Mariano, Chairman, District 5
Honorable Seth Weightman, Vice-Chairman, District 2
Honorable Lisa Yeager, Second Vice-Chairman, District 4 - Absent
Honorable Ronald E. Oakley, District 1
Honorable Kathryn Starkey, District 3
Clerk & Comptroller
Honorable Nikki Alvarez-Sowles, Esq.
Rep. by Heather Grimes,
Chief Administrative Officer, Deputy Clerk
County Administrator
Mike Carballa, P.E.
County Attorney
David A. Goldstein, Esq.
Call To Order
Chairman Mariano called the meeting to order at 10:04 a.m.
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
A Chaplain gave the Invocation.
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Ms. Grimes led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll Call
Ms. Grimes called the roll. All Commissioners were present with the exception of
Commissioner Yeager who was absent.
Public Comment
Citizens are given an opportunity to comment on items listed o …
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 17:15
Board of County Commissioners
County board to adopt tentative millage rates and FY 2027 budget
The Pasco County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to consider adopting tentative millage rates and the tentative budget for Fiscal Year 2027. This is a public hearing item, and the board will also take public comment on agenda items. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.
- Adoption of tentative millage rates and tentative budget for FY 2027 (File OMB26-0062)
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✓ Decided: Pasco County adopts tentative FY 2027 budget and millage rates
The Board of County Commissioners approved the tentative budget for Fiscal Year 2027 and established tentative millage rates for various funds and bonds. A resolution was adopted for the tentative levying of Ad Valorem Taxes at 9.8403 Mills.
- Adopted FY 2027 General Fund tentative millage rate of 7.2593 Mills
- Adopted FY 2027 Transportation Fund tentative millage rate of 0.0000 Mills
- Adopted FY 2027 Fire MSTU tentative millage rate of 2.2674 Mills
- Adopted FY 2027 Roads Rehabilitation MSTU Fund tentative millage rate of 0.4052 Mills
- Adopted FY 2027 tentative budget (Approved with Commissioner Weightman voting nay)
- Adopted resolution for tentative levying of Ad Valorem Taxes at 9.8403 Mills
- Adopted resolution for the FY 2027 tentative budget
- Approved receipt of documents submitted by Natallia Shapialevich
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Honorable Ronald E. Oakley, District 1
Honorable Vice Chairman Seth Weightman,
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Honorable Kathryn Starkey, District 3
Honorable Second Vice Chairman Lisa Yeager,
District 4
Honorable Chairman Jack Mariano, District 5
Clerk & Comptroller
Honorable Nikki Alvarez-Sowles, Esq.
County Administrator
Mike Carballa, P.E.
County Attorney
David A. Goldstein, Esq.
Pasco County Commission Agenda
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
5:15 PM
Historic Pasco County Courthouse, Board Room, 2nd Floor
37918 Meridian Avenue, Dade City, Florida 33525
Please silence all electronic devices.
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Public Hearings, which are advertised items, including rezonings, land use amendments,
ordinance adoptions and revisions. Comments by the public are allowed on each item.
Any person desiring to appeal any decision made by the Planning Commission or
Board of County Commissioners with respect to any matter considered at any
meeting or hearing will need a record of the proceedings and may need to ensure that
a verbatim record of the proceedings is made which includes the testimony and
evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. For this meeting, persons may obtain
a verbatim record of the proceeding by contacting the Clerk and Comptroller’s office,
East Pasco Government Center, 14326 6th Street, Suite 201, Dade City, Florida
33523-3414; or at (352)521-4345.
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA
BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING
ANNOTATED AGENDA
SEPTEMBER 9, 2026
PREPARED IN THE OFFICE OF
NIKKI ALVAREZ-SOWLES, Esq., CLERK & COMPTROLLER
THE MINUTES WERE PREPARED IN AGENDA ORDER
AS PUBLISHED AND NOT IN THE ORDER
IN WHICH THE ITEMS WERE HEARD
5:15 P.M.
HISTORIC PASCO COUNTY COURTHOUSE, BOARD ROOM 2ND FLOOR
37918 MERIDIAN AVENUE, DADE CITY, FL 33525
County Commissioners
Honorable Jack Mariano, Chairman, District 5
Honorable Seth Weightman, Vice-Chairman, District 2
Honorable Lisa Yeager, Second Vice-Chairman, District 4
Honorable Ronald E. Oakley, District 1
Honorable Kathryn Starkey, District 3
Clerk & Comptroller
Honorable Nikki Alvarez-Sowles, Esq.
Rep. by Heather Grimes,
Chief Administrative Officer, Deputy Clerk
County Administrator
Mike Carballa, P.E.
County Attorney
David A. Goldstein, Esq.
Call To Order
Chairman Mariano called the meeting to order at 5:15 p.m.
Roll Call
The Clerk did not call the roll. All Commissioners were present with Commissioner
Yeager attending the meeting virtually.
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Public Hearings at 5:15 P.M.
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Adoption of Tentative Millage Rates and Tentative Budget for Fiscal Year
2027 – No Funding Required – To Be Distributed
File Number
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Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 10:00
Housing Finance Authority (HFA)
HFA to review SAIL applications and consider two inducement resolutions
The Pasco County Housing Finance Authority will review and select applications for the State Apartment Incentive Loan (SAIL) program and consider inducement resolutions for the Nature Trail and Landings at Sea Forest projects. The agenda also includes updates on several housing developments, including progress reports and status changes for projects like Anchors at Gulf Harbor and Cobia Cove.
- Review and selection of SAIL applications
- Consider inducement resolution for Nature Trail
- Consider inducement resolution for Landings at Sea Forest
- Update on Better Futures program
- Status updates on multiple housing projects (e.g., Anchors at Gulf Harbor 90% complete, Cobia Cove 75% complete)
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Housing Finance Authority
Thursday, September 3, 2026
10:00 AM
Community Development
Large Conference Room
8610 Galen Wilson Blvd
Port Richey, FL 34668
All electronic devices must be turned off while in the Board Room.
Public Meeting Rules of Decorum and Procedure
I. Call To Order - roll call
II. Public Comment
III. Approval of Minutes
a. January 14, 2026
b. March 23, 2026
c. June 22, 2026
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a. Review and Selection of SAIL Applications - Mark Hendrickson,
HFA Financial Advisor
b. Consider Inducement Resolution for Nature Trail
c. Consider Inducement Resolution for Landings at Sea Forest
d. Better Futures program updates
Old Business
a. Anchors at Gulf Harbor – Latest draw was approved on August 4,
2026 and 90% complete
b. Cobia Cove - Last draw was approved on August 11, 2026 and 75%
complete
c. Ardent at Gulf View (Brownstone Group) – Resolution Approved by
the BCC on February 17, 2026—Lost SAIL in appeals process; status
unclear
d. Congress Street Work Force Housing (Dominium) – Resolution
Approved by the BCC on February 17, 2026; now targeting Fall 2027
closing
e. EKOS at Bayonet Point III (McDowell) – Resolution Approved by the
BCC on March 24, 2026—targeti …
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 13:30
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to vote on zoning, conditional use, and land use changes
The Pasco County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several consent items, including zoning changes, a conditional use for a residential helicopter pad, and comprehensive plan amendments. All items are recommended for approval, and the commission has final decision-making authority for special exceptions.
- Zoning change from C-2 to R-1MH on 2.05 acres at Holt Road and Chambers Drive (PDE26-7939)
- Zoning change from A-C to AR-5 on 10.75 acres on Old Trilby Road (PDE26-7938)
- Conditional use for personal residential helicopter pad on 16.79 acres on Bower Road (PDE26-CU15)
- Comprehensive plan amendment from RES-3 to COM on 3.33 acres at Wesley Chapel Boulevard and Loury Drive (PDE26-0465)
- Comprehensive plan amendment from AG to AG/R on 5.01 acres on Bent Fork Road (PDE26-0585)
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Historic Pasco County Courthouse,, Dade City
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Planning Commission
Charles Grey, Chairman
Jaime Girardi, P.E., Vice Chairman
Christopher B. Poole, CPG
Jon Moody, P.E.
Matthew Munz, P.E.
Derek Pontlitz, CRPC
School Board Representative
Chris Williams
Legal Counsel
David A. Goldstein, County Attorney
Staff
David Allen, Assistant County Administrator, Development Services
David Engel, MCRP, AICP, Director Planning, Development and
Economic Growth
Nectarios Pittos, AICP, Director Planning Services
Patricia Crist Yingling, Planning Commission Agenda Coordinator
Nick Uhren, P.E., County Engineer
Pasco County
Planning Commission Agenda
Thursday, September 3, 2026
1:30 PM
Historic Pasco County Courthouse
Historic Board Room, 2nd Floor
37918 Meridian Avenue
Dade City, FL 33525
This meeting will be broadcast live on Pasco TV, YouTube Live, Frontier Channel 42 and Spectrum
Channel 643 (only for residents living in Pasco County).
All electronic devices must be turned off while in the Board Room.
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Public Meeting Rules of Decorum and Procedure
The Planning Commission has final decision-making authority for Special Exceptions. Any
person desiring to appeal a special exception to the Board of County Commissioners will
need a record of the proceedings and may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the
proceedings is made which includes the testimony and evidence upon which the
appeal is based. All other decisions by the Planning c …
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 14:00
Metropolitan Planning Organization
MPO to discuss proposed Tampa Bay regional merger and draft deliverables
The Pasco County Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is holding a workshop to discuss a proposed merger with the Tampa Bay Regional MPO and to review draft deliverables from regional MPO support activities. The agenda includes only these discussion items, with no formal votes or public hearings scheduled.
- Proposed Tampa Bay Regional MPO Merger
- Regional MPO Support Activities: Draft Deliverables (File Number MPO27-0031)
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Board Members
Scott Black (MPO Chairman, Mayor, City of Dade City)
John Eric Hoover (MPO Vice-Chairman, Mayor, City of Port Richey)
Lance Smith (Councilman, City of Zephyrhills)
Matt Murphy (Councilman, City of New Port Richey)
Ron Oakley (County Commissioner, District 1)
Seth Weightman (County Commissioner, District 2)
Kathryn Starkey (County Commissioner, District 3)
Lisa Yeager (County Commissioner, District 4)
Jack Mariano (County Commissioner, District 5)
Justin Hall - FDOT District Seven (Non-Voting Advisor)
Pasco County
Metropolitan Planning Organization
Workshop
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
2:00 PM
Pasco County Historic Courthouse, 2nd Floor Boardroom
37918 Meridian Avenue, Dade City, FL 33525
This workshop will be broadcasted live on the County's website, Facebook, YouTube Live,
Frontier Channel 42, and Spectrum Channel 643 (only for residents living in Pasco
County).
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Call to Order
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call (by County Clerk)
Proposed Tampa Bay Regional MPO Merger
1
Regional MPO Support Activities: Draft Deliverables
File Number
MPO27-0031
Comm. Dist.
All
Recommendation
Not Applicable
Adjourn
“In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other nondiscrimination laws, public participation is
solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, familial, …
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 10:00
Opioid Task Force
Pasco County Opioid Task Force meets to discuss strategic priorities and budgets
The Opioid Task Force will meet to discuss strategic priority rankings and a proposed application cycle. The committee will also review a budget reallocation request for The Hope Shot, Inc. and discuss the 2026 LOI implementation plan.
- Strategic Priority Ranking
- Proposed Application Cycle
- The Hope Shot, Inc. Budget Reallocation Request
- 2026 LOI Implementation Plan
- Approval of meeting minutes from 1/27/26, 4/28/26, and 6/9/26
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Committee Members
Robert Chalmers, Senior Executive Officer, Public Safety Branch
Jonathon Chasin, Psy.S., M.Ed., Senior Supervisor, Student Services,
Pasco County School Board
Kristine Garrison, Social Services Administrator, Pasco County Sheriff's
Office
Paula Baracaldo, Support Services Director, Public Services
Derek Brewer, Police Chief, City of Zephyrhills
Trang Chitakone, Administrator, Department of Health
Joseph Resnick, CEO, Premier Community HealthCare
Tracey Kaly, Director of Clinical Operations, BayCare Behavioral Health
The Honorable Judge Shawn Crane, Sixth Judicial Circuit Court
Kellie Rodriguez, Executive Director/CEO, Alliance for Healthy
Communities
Marc J. Yacht, MD, MPH, Retired
Corporal Mark Amminano, City of New Port Richey Police Department
Opioid Task Force
Agenda
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
10:00 AM
West Pasco Government Center, Board Room, 1st Floor
8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey, Florida 34654
All electronic devices must be turned off while in the Board Room.
Public Meeting Rules of Decorum and Procedure
Call to Order
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Welcome and Introductions
Roll Call
Public Comment
New Business
1
Strategic Priority Ranking
2
Proposed Application Cycle
3
The Hope Shot, Inc. Budget Reallocation Request
4
Compliance Updates
5
2026 LOI Implementation Plan …
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 15:45
Metropolitan Planning Organization
MPO to discuss transportation resiliency and US 19 implementation plans
The Pasco County Metropolitan Planning Organization will review transportation resiliency updates and project priorities. The board will also consider a grant agreement and an interlocal agreement for the US 19 implementation plan.
- Final Transportation Resiliency Improvement Plan Update
- Transportation Regional Incentive Program (TRIP) 2026 Project Priorities
- $37,370.00 Transportation Disadvantaged Planning Grant Agreement
- Interlocal Agreement For Advantage U.S. 19 Implementation Plan Phase Two
- Proposed 2027 MPO Board and Committees Meeting Schedule
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Pasco County Historic Courthouse, , Dade City
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Board Members
Scott Black (MPO Chairman, Mayor, City of Dade City)
John Eric Hoover (MPO Vice-Chairman, Mayor, City of Port Richey)
Lance Smith (Councilman, City of Zephyrhills)
Matt Murphy (Councilman, City of New Port Richey)
Ron Oakley (County Commissioner, District 1)
Seth Weightman (County Commissioner, District 2)
Kathryn Starkey (County Commissioner, District 3)
Lisa Yeager (County Commissioner, District 4)
Jack Mariano (County Commissioner, District 5)
Justin Hall - FDOT District Seven (Non-Voting Advisor)
Pasco County
Metropolitan Planning Organization
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
3:45 PM
Pasco County Historic Courthouse, 2nd Floor Boardroom
37918 Meridian Avenue, Dade City, FL 33525
[Addendum]
This meeting will be broadcasted live on the County's website, Facebook, YouTube Live,
Frontier Channel 42, and Spectrum Channel 643 (only for residents living in Pasco
County).
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Public Meeting Rules of Decorum and Procedure
Call to Order
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call (by County Clerk)
Public Comment
Board meetings are open to the public. Citizens may address the Board on any topic
within its jurisdiction, either in person or virtually via the Microsoft Teams platform. To
ensure everyone has an opportunity to speak, comments are limited to three (3) minutes
per speaker. To participate virtually, a Virtual Public Comment Registration Form must be
comple …
Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 10:00
Metropolitan Planning Organization
TDLCB to approve minutes, new members, and bylaws review
The Pasco County MPO Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board (TDLCB) is meeting to approve minutes from May 28, 2026, approve two new alternate members, and review its bylaws. The agenda also includes updates on the GoPasco service and the MPO Executive Director, with no action required on those items.
- Approval of May 28, 2026 meeting and workshop minutes
- Approval of new alternate member M. Leggett
- Approval of new alternate member K. Agosto
- LCB Bylaws Review
- GoPasco Update (no action required)
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Pasco County Historic Courthouse, , Dade City
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TDLCB Agenda
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Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board (TDLCB) Voting Members
Lisa Yeager, Chairman
Chris Leffert
Michael Mahoney
Bryan Callegari
Magdhalini Meshak
David Gersen
Jeff Cottrell
(Vacant)
Becky Holm
Trang Chitakone, Vice Chairman
Diane Elrod
(Vacant)
(CTC)
Yesenia Rivera
Louise Meserve
Brenda Gordon
Desiree Huff
Mike Lacey
PASCO COUNTY
METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION
TRANSPORTATION DISADVANTAGED LOCAL COORDINATING BOARD
MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, August 27, 2026
10:00 AM
Pasco County Historic Courthouse, 2nd Floor Boardroom
37918 Meridian Avenue, Dade City, FL 33525
Call to Order
TDLCB Agenda
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Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance - Clerk
Roll Call (by County Clerk)
Approval of Minutes
1
Pasco MPO Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board (TDLCB) -
Meeting Minutes - May 28, 2026
File Number
MPO27-0014
Comm. Dist.
All
Recommendation
Approve
2
Pasco MPO Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board (TDLCB) -
Workshop Minutes - May 28, 2026
File Number
MPO27-0023
Comm. Dist.
All
Recommendation
Approve
Action Items
3
Approval of New Alternate Member of the Transportation Disadvantaged Local
Coordinating Board - M. Leggett
File Number
MPO27-0026
Comm. Dist.
All
Recommendation
Approve
4
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Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 13:00
General
Pasco County TDC reviews tourism funding and marketing agreements
The Tourist Development Council is considering various funding agreements for sports events, marketing sponsorships, and group meeting incentives. The meeting also includes several departmental presentations regarding tourism updates and economic impact reports.
- $115,708 for FY2027 Festival and Events marketing matching sponsorship agreements
- $33,024 for ENG Sports Inc. Tampa Bay Christmas Invitational basketball
- $30,000 for Mouratoglou Tennis Center Zephyrhills LLC ITF Women’s World Tennis Tour
- $25,000 for Eagles Academy LLC FSC Brand Promotions
- Economic Impact and Visitor Tracking Report for FY2026 Quarter 3
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8731 Citizens Dr, New Port Richey
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Council Members
Chairman, Commissioner Jack Mariano
Councilman Kenneth M. Burgess, Jr., City of Zephyrhills
Councilman Brian Jonas, City of New Port Richey
Roger O. Aguilar
Pascal Collard
Kelly Hackman
Erica Broadnax
Alexis Doyle
Pasco County
Tourist Development Council
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
1:00 PM
West Pasco Government Center, Board Room, 1st Floor
8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey, Florida 34654
All electronic devices must be turned off while in the Board Room.
Public Meeting Rules of Decorum and Procedure
Call To Order - 1:00 p.m. Chairman
Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance
TDC Agenda
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Roll Call
Public Comment
Minutes - Tourism Development Council
1
Minutes — Tourist Development Council — To Approve April 14, 2026,
May 20, 2026, and June 17, 2026, TDC Meeting Minutes
File Number
DMO26-0133
Comm. Dist.
Recommendation
Approve
Consent
2
Marketing Sponsorship Agreement – Eagles Academy LLC – FSC
Brand Promotions at Benfica Residence Academy - $25,000.00
File Number
DMO26-0134
Comm. Dist.
Recommendation
Approve
3
Marketing Sponsorship Agreement – Mouratoglou Tennis Center
Zephyrhills LLC – FSC Brand Promotions at Mouratoglou Academy -
$15,000.00
File Number
DMO26-0135
Comm. Dist.
Recommendation
Approve
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Sports Event Funding Agreement – Premier FC Soccer Programs L …
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 10:00
Board of County Commissioners
County to consider $156M disaster recovery infrastructure projects
The Pasco County Commission will hold a regular meeting with public comment, consent items, regular items, and public hearings. Key decisions include approval of a $156.2 million Phase 1 disaster recovery infrastructure and mitigation projects plan, a $9.5 million cooperative funding agreement with the Pasco Economic Development Council, and several land use ordinances and continuances. The agenda also includes numerous routine consent items such as budget amendments, contracts, and easements.
- Approval of Phase 1 CDBG-DR funded infrastructure and mitigation projects totaling $156,162,158.85
- Cooperative funding agreement with Pasco Economic Development Council for $9,500,000.00
- Ordinance amending Land Development Code sections on recreational vehicle parking, docks, and seawalls (continuance requested)
- Ordinance amending boundaries of Angeline Community Development District (District 4)
- Ordinance amending boundaries of North AR-1 of Pasco Community Development District (District 4)
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✓ Decided: Pasco County Commissioners Approve $156M in Disaster Recovery Infrastructure
The Board of County Commissioners approved $156.1 million for Phase 1 infrastructure and mitigation projects funded by Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery funds. Commissioners also approved a $9.5 million economic development agreement and authorized the initiation of a process to transfer the consolidated water and wastewater utility system to the County.
- Approved $156.1M for disaster recovery infrastructure projects
- Approved $9.5M economic development agreement with Pasco EDC
- Initiated process to transfer consolidated water/wastewater utility to County
- Approved $15.4M budget amendment for health insurance claims
- Approved $3M for emergency medical supplies and pharmaceuticals
- Approved $1.7M change order for stormwater restoration services
- Approved $946,222 for pickleball court construction
- Continued ordinance regarding recreational vehicle parking to date uncertain
West Pasco Government Center, 8731 Citizens Drive
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County Commissioners
Honorable Ronald E. Oakley, District 1
Honorable Vice Chairman Seth Weightman,
District 2
Honorable Kathryn Starkey, District 3
Honorable Second Vice Chairman Lisa Yeager,
District 4
Honorable Chairman Jack Mariano, District 5
Clerk & Comptroller
Honorable Nikki Alvarez-Sowles, Esq.
County Administrator
Mike Carballa, P.E.
County Attorney
David A. Goldstein, Esq.
Pasco County Commission Agenda
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
10:00 AM
West Pasco Government Center, Board Room, 1st Floor
8731 Citizens Drive, New Port Richey, Florida 34654
This meeting will be broadcast live on the County's website, YouTube channel, and Frontier
Channel 42 and Spectrum Channel 643 (only for residents living in Pasco County).
Please silence all electronic devices.
10:00 a.m.
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Public Comment. All resolutions will be presented after Public Comment.
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Consent and Regular
12:00 p.m.
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Recess
1:30 p.m.
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Public Hearings. Following the Public Hearings, the County Commission
will complete any unfinished items from the 10:00 a.m. session.
Public Meeting Rules of Decorum and Procedure
The County Commission Agenda comprises four sections:
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Public Comment is the section when individuals can comment on matters that the Board
has before it for consideration. Everyone is limited to three minutes for such comments. A
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA
REGULAR MEETING/REZONINGS
ANNOTATED AGENDA
AUGUST 25, 2026
PREPARED IN THE OFFICE OF
NIKKI ALVAREZ-SOWLES, Esq., CLERK & COMPTROLLER
THE MINUTES WERE PREPARED IN AGENDA ORDER
AS PUBLISHED AND NOT IN THE ORDER
IN WHICH THE ITEMS WERE HEARD
10:00 A.M.
WEST PASCO GOVERNMENT CENTER, BOARD ROOM
8731 CITIZENS DRIVE, NEW PORT RICHEY, FL 34654
County Commissioners
Honorable Jack Mariano, Chairman, District 5
Honorable Seth Weightman, Vice-Chairman, District 2
Honorable Lisa Yeager, Second Vice-Chairman, District 4
Honorable Ronald E. Oakley, District 1
Honorable Kathryn Starkey, District 3
Clerk & Comptroller
Honorable Nikki Alvarez-Sowles, Esq.
Rep. by Ms. Debbie Gay, Deputy Clerk
County Administrator
Mike Carballa, P.E.
County Attorney
David A. Goldstein, Esq.
Call To Order
Chairman Mariano called the meeting to order at 10:04 a.m.
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
A Chaplain gave the Invocation.
Ms. Gay led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
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Roll Call
Ms. Gay called the roll. All Commissioners were present.
Public Comment
Citizens are given an opportunity to comment on items listed on the Agenda by
participating via Microsoft Teams during the meeting or attending in person. A Microsoft
Teams pre-registration proces …
Fri Aug 21, 2026 · 14:00
Food Policy Advisory Council
Council discusses food insecurity, policy reviews, and upcoming programs
The Pasco County Food Policy Advisory Council will review FY 2026 planning, including a potential October summit and food assessment. Members will discuss food insecurity resources, agricultural land uses, and the launch of Pints and Plants programs in West and East Pasco.
- Review and update of food resource pamphlet
- Discussion of HR4782 - Local farmers feeding our community act
- Review of Pasco County agricultural land use codes
- Launch of Pints and Plants in West and East Pasco on September 8
- Discussion regarding paused SNAP programs as of August 17, 2026
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19420 Central Boulevard, Land O' Lakes
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Pasco County Food Policy Advisory Council
Agenda
Friday 8/21/2026
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Location: Pasco County Utilities Building- 19420 Central
Blvd., Land O' Lakes, FL 34637
I. Call to Order
II. Statements from the Public
III. Staff and Budget
1. Confirm Quorum
2. Upcoming Meeting Schedule
3. Approve Meeting Minutes (notes) June
4. Vacancies & Review of membership applications
IV. Policy
1. FY 2026 Planning
a. Summit committee- October Event ?
b. Food Assessment
2. Food Insecurity and Resources in Pasco County
a. Review resource pamphlet, Make Updates
b. Double SNAP programs paused-8/17/2026
3. 2026 Policy review - HR4782- Local farmers feeding our
community act.
https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4782/text
4. Review Agricultural Land Uses- Pasco County
https://library.municode.com/fl/pasco_county/codes/land_developme
nt_code?nodeId=CH500ZOST_S504AGDI
5. HHS GRAS https://www.hhs.gov/press-room/hhs-announces-
ultra-processed-foods-gras-reforms.html
https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/11/2026-
16296/substances-generally-recognized-as-safe
V. Programs & Outreach
1. Pints and Plants- West Pasco Date/East Pasco launch Tues 9/8
2. Member updates
VI. Adjournment
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Adults with low literacy19.2% (low numeracy 29% · 2017)
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Permitted housing units
Outcomes — economic mobility
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