Polk County, FL

Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer

The Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer will meet to approve minutes from August 27, 2026, and hear four specific land use variance cases.

• LDLVAR-2026-50 (Marker Road Variance)
• LDLVAR-2026-52 (Llama Drive Florida Room)
• LDLVAR-2026-54 Redmond Variance
• LDLVAR-2026-55 (Navarro ADU)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several infrastructure contracts and land development amendments. The meeting includes public hearings for comprehensive plan changes and the installation of traffic calming devices in Mulberry and Auburndale.

• Agreement with Weikert Ford, Inc. for vehicle acquisitions (estimated $5,200,000.00 annual expense)
• Engineering services for Kathleen Road widening project ($2,148,563.40 one-time expense)
• Comprehensive Plan Amendment to change 531± acres to Institutional for Innovation Environmental Park Expansion
• Installation of speed humps on Johnson Road, Luel Street, and Plymouth Road
• Ordinance setting the yearly salary of Commissioners

Transportation Planning Organization (TPO)

The Polk County Transportation Planning Organization board meets October 8, 2026 to vote on routine contracts and hold a public hearing on amendments to its five-year Transportation Improvement Program. The board will also review a resolution on the amended Unified Planning Work Program and MPO Funding Agreement, and consider changes to its policy on transportation projects. Presentations cover the FDOT District One Safety Strategic Plan, an I-4 passenger rail station study, and a Citrus Connection update.

• Public hearing on amendments to the FY 2026/27 - 2030/31 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Consent agenda: consultant services authorization TPO-2026-071-01 with Alfred Benesch & Company for the 2027/28 Traffic Count Program, cost not-to-exceed $80,000
• Consent agenda: consultant services authorization TPO-2026-070-01 with AECOM Technical Services, Inc. to update the Roadway Network Database, cost not-to-exceed $74,873.00
• Review/approve Draft TPO Resolution 2026-08 on the amended FY 2026/27 - 2027/28 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) and MPO Funding Agreement
• Review/approve draft amendments to the TPO's Policy on Transportation Projects; proclamation recognizing Greenways and Trails Month

Planning Commission

The Polk County Planning Commission meets October 7, 2026, for a regular planning meeting with a public hearing starting at 9:00 a.m. The agenda lists 11 new business items covering comprehensive plan amendments, land development code text changes, conditional uses, and a final order for Deeson Road. One item, LDCU-2026-3 (High-Intensity Recreation), was continued to November 4, 2026. The meeting also includes approval of the September 2, 2026 minutes and election of officers.

• LDPD-2026-6 (Deeson Road RRD Final Order)
• LDCPAS-2026-15 (Glisson Drive RS CPA)
• LDCPAL-2026-8 (Pipe Extrusion Plant CPA)
• LDCPAL-2026-9 (Davenport Business Park CPA)
• LDCU-2026-16 (2nd Street Duplex); LDCU-2025-24 (Lucerne Park Event Facility); LDCU-2026-11 (Mulberry Construction Aggregate Processing); LDCT-2026-16 (Wahneta Neighborhood Plan Text Amendment); LDCT-2026-20 (State Compatibility Rules); LDCT-2026-19 (Mobile Home LDC Text Amendment); LDCT-2026-22 (Offices LDC Text Amendment)

Board of County Commissioners

The Polk County Board of County Commissioners meets Oct. 6, 2026 to select a County Manager effective January 16, 2027, and to consider a $90,062,272.91 construction contract with Jr. Davis Construction Company, Inc. for the County Road 557 widening project. Commissioners will also hold public hearings on several large-scale land-use changes, including 1,261 acres from Phosphate Mining to Industrial (Mims Crossing) and 116.5 acres from Phosphate Mining to Agricultural/Residential Rural. Other items include a resolution to remove the executive director and board members of CareerSource Polk, and a $65,000 settlement in Kevin Eugene Brown v Polk County Sheriff's Office.

• Construction contract with Jr. Davis Construction Company, Inc. for County Road 557 widening: $90,062,272.91
• Construction contract with Central Concrete Products, Inc. for Rifle Range Road Drainage Improvements: $1,710,349.61
• Public hearing on 1,261 acres from Phosphate Mining to Industrial (LDCPAL 2025-7 Mims Crossing)
• Resolution to permanently remove CareerSource Polk executive director Stacy Campbell-Domineck and consider removal of its Board of Directors
• Settlement in Kevin Eugene Brown v Polk County Sheriff's Office: $65,000

The Board voted to permanently remove the CEO and all board members of CareerSource Polk, citing neglect of duty and lack of performance. The Board also appointed a new liaison to the organization and approved several large construction contracts.

• Selected Deputy County Manager Ryan Taylor as County Manager effective Jan 16, 2027 (Unanimous)
• Approved $90,062,272.91 contract with Jr. Davis Construction Company for CR 557 widening (5-0)
• Approved $1,710,349.61 contract with Central Concrete Products for Rifle Range Road drainage (5-0)
• Approved land use changes for US 98/Peace River, Parrish/Keller, and Mims Crossing (5-0)
• Approved Eloise Main Street Corridor land use and LDC text amendments (5-0)
• Permanently removed CareerSource Polk CEO Stacy Campbell-Domineck (3-2)
• Removed all CareerSource Polk Board of Directors members (5-0)
• Removed Commissioner Scott as CareerSource Polk liaison and assigned Commissioner Troutman (4-1)

Citizen's Healthcare Oversight Committee

The Polk County Citizen's Healthcare Oversight Committee will vote on two action items: one-time funding for ambulance services under the Polk HealthCare Plan and a grants and aid contract recommendation. The agenda also includes recurring reports on the provider network, health plan dashboard, United Way pilot project, community paramedicine, nutrition education, and financial outlook.

• Vote on Polk HealthCare Plan one-time ambulance services funding
• Vote on grants and aid contract recommendation
• Report on Polk HealthCare Plan provider network
• United Way pilot project report
• Community paramedicine update

Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer

The Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer will hold a meeting to consider several land use applications, including one special exception and multiple variance requests. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and one old business item. Decisions will be made on these individual cases.

• LDLSE-2026-4 (Limedale Special Exception) - old business
• LDLSE-2026-8 (Roca Special Exception) - new business
• LDLVAR-2026-37 (Meadow Oak Variance)
• LDLVAR-2026-38 (Oakhurst Blvd Variance)
• LDLVAR-2026-48 (FDR Power Substation expansion)

Board of County Commissioners (Final Budget)

The Board of County Commissioners holds a public hearing to adopt the final FY 26/27 budget and millage rates. The tentative budget totals $3,911,064,517, with separate budgets for Parks, Library, Stormwater, and Rancho Bonito MSTUs. The board will vote on resolutions setting final millage rates, including a 1.8% increase over the rolled-back rate for the operating levy.

• Final operating millage rate set at 6.6348 mills (1.8% over rolled-back rate)
• Final budget of $3,911,064,517 for FY 26/27
• Parks MSTU budget $48,995,923; Library MSTU $13,453,894; Stormwater MSTU $17,238,517; Rancho Bonito MSTU $78,146
• Public hearing for citizen comments on budget and millage rates
• Budget packet includes Sheriff's Office budget by function and Capital Improvement Program

The Board approved the final FY 26/27 budget totaling $3,911,064,517 and established final millage rates for the county and several Municipal Services Taxing Units (MSTUs). Public comments were heard regarding funding for automated license plate readers in the Sheriff's budget.

• Approved FY 26/27 operating millage rate of 6.6348 mills (5-0)
• Approved Parks MSTU millage rate of 0.5286 mills (5-0)
• Approved Library MSTU millage rate of 0.1985 mills (5-0)
• Approved Stormwater MSTU millage rate of 0.0941 mills (5-0)
• Approved Rancho Bonito MSTU millage rate of 9.1272 mills (5-0)
• Approved final FY 26/27 budget of $3,911,064,517 (5-0)
• Approved Parks MSTU final budget of $48,995,923 (5-0)
• Approved Library, Stormwater, and Rancho Bonito MSTU final budgets (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners (Final Budget)

The Polk County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the FY 26/27 Final Budget. This meeting is scheduled for September 21, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Commission Boardroom.

• Public hearing on FY 26/27 Final Budget

TPO Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)

The Polk County TPO Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) will meet to review and approve amendments to the FY 2026/27-2030/31 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and draft amendments to the TPO's Policy on Transportation Projects. The agenda also includes updates on regional transit studies and the Vision Zero Action Plan, plus the draft 2027 meeting schedule. This is a routine business meeting with action items and status reports.

• Review/approve amendments to FY 2026/27-2030/31 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Review/approve draft amendments to TPO's Policy on Transportation Projects
• Regional transit studies presentation
• Vision Zero Action Plan update
• Draft 2027 TPO meeting schedule review

Polk Regional Water Cooperative

Board of County Commissioners

The Polk County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on several land use and zoning items, including a large-scale comprehensive plan amendment for 1,261 acres. The board will also consider a resolution authorizing up to $250 million in utility system revenue bonds, and will discuss potential removal of the CareerSource Polk executive director for cause. Numerous consent agenda items include contracts, insurance renewals, and interlocal agreements.

• Resolution authorizing Utility System Revenue Bonds, Series 2026 not to exceed $250,000,000
• Public hearing on Small-Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 38.11 acres from RDA to UGA (Pavers Road)
• Public hearing on Large-Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 1,261 acres from Phosphate Mining to Industrial (Mims Crossing)
• Interlocal Agreement for McGee Park improvements (City of Lakeland) not to exceed $300,000
• Lobbying agreements with Arrow Group Consulting, Capital City Consulting, and Ballard Partners totaling $240,000

The Board approved $250 million in revenue bonds for utility expansion and confirmed James Tully as Director of the Utilities Division. The Board also voted to find cause for the removal of CareerSource Polk Executive Director Stacy Campbell-Domineck, granting her until September 28 to respond before a final decision on October 6.

• Authorized issuance of Utility System Revenue Bonds, Series 2026 up to $250,000,000 (5-0)
• Confirmed James Tully as Director of Polk County Utilities Division (5-0)
• Approved $300,000 interlocal agreement for McGee Park improvements (5-0)
• Approved written response to FloridaCommerce regarding CareerSource Polk noncompliance (5-0)
• Found cause for removal of CareerSource Polk Executive Director Stacy Campbell-Domineck (3-2)
• Removed Stacy Campbell-Domineck from Citizens Healthcare Oversight Committee (5-0)
• Approved Land Development Code amendment for CIE Update 2026 (5-0)
• Approved map amendment for Pavers Road UGA CPA (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners (Budget)

The Polk County Board of County Commissioners is holding a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2026/2027 budget. The meeting is scheduled for September 14, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.

• Public Hearing on FY 26/27 Budget

Board of County Commissioners (Budget)

The Board of County Commissioners holds a public hearing to discuss and set the tentative FY 26/27 budget and millage rates. They will consider adopting resolutions for the $3,911,064,517 operating budget and various municipal service taxing unit (MSTU) budgets, along with tentative millage rates, including a 6.6348 mills operating rate. The board also considers final assessment resolutions for services like street lighting, fire services, and waste programs, and schedules a second public hearing for September 21, 2026.

• Tentative operating budget of $3,911,064,517
• Tentative operating millage rate of 6.6348 mills (1.8% increase over rolled-back rate)
• Fire Services Non-Ad Valorem Assessments with $99,736,742 estimated revenue
• Island Club West Utility MSBU assessment ($68,534.14) and East Bimini Bay Utility MSBU ($65,369.88)
• Second public hearing set for September 21, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.

The Board approved a tentative total budget of $3,911,064,517 and established tentative millage rates for the upcoming fiscal year. Several final rate resolutions for street lighting, utilities, and fire services were also adopted. A second public hearing to finalize the budget is scheduled for September 21, 2026.

• Approved tentative FY 26/27 budget of $3,911,064,517 (5-0)
• Approved tentative operating millage rate of 6.6348 mills (5-0)
• Approved tentative millage rates for Parks, Library, Stormwater, and Rancho Bonito MSTUs (5-0)
• Approved Final Rate Resolution for Fire Services Non-Ad Valorem Assessments (5-0)
• Approved Final Rate Resolutions for Street Lighting and various Utility MSBUs (5-0)
• Approved Residential Waste Program Services Final Assessment Resolution (5-0)
• Approved Final Rate Resolution and Assessment Roll for Nuisance Abatement and Excessive Bulk Waste (5-0)
• Scheduled final budget and millage rate public hearing for Sept 21, 2026 (5-0)

TPO Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board (TD LCB)

The Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board is meeting to review the five-year update for the Polk Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan. The board will also consider the Community Transportation Coordinator's rate calculation model and annual operating report.

• Review and approval of the 5-year update for the Polk Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan (FY 2026/27 through 2030/31)
• Review and approval of CTC reimbursement rates for the July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027, Trip Equipment Grant
• Annual review of Polk TD LCB bylaws and grievance procedures
• Introduction to the CTC’s Annual Operating Report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026
• Election of Vice-Chairperson

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several new business items including comprehensive plan amendments and land development code text amendments. The meeting also includes requests to continue or withdraw several previously scheduled cases to future dates.

• Historic Resources Design Guidelines Manual (LDCU-2026-21)
• Knights Station CPA (LDCPAS-2026-14)
• Lake Marion Creek LR CPA and LDC Text Amendment
• Eloise Main Street Corridor CPA and LDC Text Amendment
• Innovation Environmental Park expansion, sub-district change, and site plan modification

The Planning Commission approved several comprehensive plan map amendments, including the Mims Crossing and Innovation Environmental Park projects. The board also approved a text amendment for the Lake Marion area with a specific condition to remove bars, lounges, and taverns.

• Approved Knights Station CPA map amendment from RL-1 to CE
• Approved Lake Marion Creek LR CPA and related LDC Text Amendment (excluding bars, lounges, and taverns)
• Approved Eloise Main Street Corridor CPA and LDC Text Amendment
• Approved Mims Crossing CPA
• Approved Sand Mine Road PD change from RDA to UGA
• Approved Swindell Road PD for 151 single-family lots with conditions
• Approved Innovation Environmental Park expansion CPA, sub-district change, and site plan modification
• Approved Chapter 9 LDC Text Amendment regarding code violations and application procedures

Board of County Commissioners

The Polk County Board of County Commissioners will vote on several major contracts, including a $3.37 million utility infrastructure agreement with Pulte Home Company for the Sand & Silica development and a $1.74 million construction manager addendum for the Smith Lane Joint-Use Fire Rescue Station. The board will also hold public hearings on a new Main Street Corridor comprehensive plan text amendment, an airport impact district amendment, a property maintenance ordinance, and an appeal of a denied rezoning. Consent agenda items include numerous approvals, such as SHIP housing demolition/reconstruction grants, a settlement payment, and CRA budgets.

• Utility Infrastructure Agreement with Pulte Home Company, LLC for Sand & Silica development ($3,365,640.05)
• CMAR GMP Addendum No. 1 with Whitehead Construction, Inc. for Smith Lane Joint-Use Fire Rescue Station ($1,739,449.70)
• Public Hearing: Main Street Corridor (MSC) Large-Scale Comprehensive Plan text amendment (adoption)
• Public Hearing: Polk County Property Maintenance Ordinance
• Settlement in Todd Branch v Polk County ($85,000)

The Board approved the temporary removal of the CareerSource Polk Executive Director to allow for a governance and management review. The Board also authorized a deviation from standard procurement procedures to facilitate this review following concerns raised by CareerSource Florida.

• Temporarily removed CareerSource Polk Executive Director pending governance review (4-0)
• Authorized deviation from procurement procedures for CareerSource Polk management review (4-0)
• Approved $3,365,640.05 utility infrastructure agreement with Pulte Home Company, LLC (4-0)
• Approved $1,739,449.70 construction addendum for Smith Lane Fire Rescue Station (4-0)
• Approved $455,000 right-of-way agreement for Thompson Nursery Road project (4-0)
• Adopted Main Street Corridor text amendment to the Comprehensive Plan (4-0)
• Approved Polk County Property Maintenance Ordinance (4-0)
• Accepted withdrawal of Deeson Road RRD application (4-0)

Transportation Planning Organization (TPO)

The Polk County Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) Board will hold a public hearing on draft roll-forward amendments to the FY 2026/27-2030/31 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The board will also consider routine consent items, including approval of minutes, executive director timesheets, a grant application authorization, and master consultant agreements. Status reports will be given on the Vision Zero Action Plan, Moving I-4 Forward, and the State of the Transportation System.

• Public hearing on draft roll-forward amendments to FY 2026/27-2030/31 TIP
• Approve Resolution 2026-07 authorizing Chairman to file Transportation Disadvantaged Trust Fund grant application
• Approve Master Consultant Agreements (RFP No. 25-687)
• Approve Executive Director quarterly timesheets and expense reimbursements
• Vision Zero Action Plan update

The Polk County TPO Board approved the draft roll-forward amendments to the FY 2026/27-2030/31 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), which includes 133 projects consistent with FDOT's Work Program, adjusted federal funding for East US 27 to West SR 429, added an I-4 Rest Area TPAS retrofit, and updated Lakeland transit projects. The board also unanimously approved the consent agenda, including meeting minutes, director timesheets, a grant application resolution, and master consultant agreements. Presentations were given on the Vision Zero Action Plan, Moving I-4 Forward, and the State of the Transportation System Report, but no votes were taken on those items.

• Approved TIP roll-forward amendments with 133 projects (unanimous roll-call vote)
• Approved meeting minutes of 6-11-2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Executive Director quarterly timesheets and expense reimbursements (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2026-07 authorizing TD Trust Fund grant application (unanimous)
• Approved Master Consultant Agreements under RFP No. 25-687 (unanimous)

Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer

The Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer will hold a hearing on August 27, 2026, to consider three land use cases. One item is a continuation of a previous case (LDLSE-2026-4 Limedale SE), and two are new items: a subdivision exemption (LDLSE-2026-5 Cacique SE) and a variance for an accessory structure (LDVAR-2026-42 Berens). The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the same date.

• Continued case LDLSE-2026-4 (Limedale SE)
• New case LDLSE-2026-5 (Cacique SE)
• New variance case LDLVAR-2026-42 (Berens Accessory Structure)
• Minutes approval for August 27, 2026 hearing

The Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer met on August 27, 2026 and approved its own minutes. Case LDLSE-2026-4 (Limedale SE) was continued. Two other cases were presented with staff recommendations of approval: LDLSE-2026-5 (Cacique SE), a special exception for commercial vehicle parking at 1191 Barnhorst Road, and LDLVAR-2026-42 (Berens Accessory Structure), a variance for a 1,500 square foot accessory structure at 885 Marty Lane. The minutes record no audience support or opposition and do not state a final ruling on either case; the meeting adjourned at 1:50pm.

• Approved minutes for the August 27, 2026 LUHO hearing date
• Continued case LDLSE-2026-4 (Limedale SE)
• Heard LDLSE-2026-5 (Cacique SE) special exception for commercial vehicle parking; staff recommended approval, no vote recorded
• Heard LDLVAR-2026-42 (Berens Accessory Structure) variance; staff recommended approval, no vote recorded

Board of County Commissioners

The Polk County Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on a new property maintenance ordinance and several land use amendments, including changes to the comprehensive plan for industrial, commercial, and residential uses. The board will also consider a $3.6 million land purchase for conservation, appointments, and various consent agenda items.

• Public hearing on Polk County Property Maintenance Ordinance
• Land purchase for Environmental Lands Program, CLASAC Project EL-142-25, $3,615,000
• Transmittal hearings for comprehensive plan amendments (e.g., 71.26 acres to Industrial, 116.5 acres to Agricultural/Residential Rural)
• Adoption hearings for text amendments (e.g., Indian Lakes Estates septic tanks for duplexes, Kathleen Government Center future land use)
• Resolution to dissolve Stormwater Technical Advisory Committee (STAC)

The Board approved the $3.6 million purchase of land from Richard E. Wheeler Jr. et al for the Environmental Lands Program, connecting to the Florida Wildlife Corridor. It also confirmed Jerry Rodriguez as Building Division Director, approved several land-use changes and a property maintenance ordinance (continued to Sept. 1), and recognized a retired K-9 deputy. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $3,615,000 land purchase for Environmental Lands Program (5-0)
• Confirmed Jerard Rodriguez as Building Division Director (5-0)
• Approved transmittal of 71.26-acre land use change from Business-Park Center to Industrial (5-0)
• Approved transmittal of 1.49-acre land use change to Linear Commercial Corridor-X (5-0)
• Approved transmittal of 116.5-acre change from Phosphate Mining to Agricultural/Residential Rural (5-0)
• Approved transmittal of 66.5-acre change from Phosphate Mining to Agricultural/Residential Rural (5-0)
• Approved text amendments allowing duplexes on shared septic in Indian Lakes Estates (5-0)
• Continued Property Maintenance Ordinance to Sept. 1, 2026 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Polk County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider several zoning and development cases, including new subdivisions, text amendments, and comprehensive plan updates. The agenda also includes procedural items such as approving past meeting minutes and continuing previously deferred cases.

• LDPD-2026-4 (Berkley Crossings PD) — new planned development
• LDCPAS-2026-12 (Pavers Road CPA) — community planning area study
• LDCT-2026-13 (Eloise Main Street Corridor LDC Text Amendment) — zoning text update
• LDCT-2026-10 (Airport Impact Districts) — zoning district review
• LDCPAL-2026-7 (FS 163 CIE Comprehensive Plan Update) — comprehensive plan amendment

The Polk County Planning Commission approved a planned development for 170 units at Berkley Crossings, a comprehensive plan amendment for 38.22 acres on Pavers Road, and two text amendments (Airport Impact Districts and FS 163 CIE update). Five related items were continued to September 2, 2026, including the Mims Crossing and Eloise Main Street corridor amendments. No public comments were made on any item.

• Approved LDPD-2026-4 Berkley Crossings PD (170 units)
• Approved LDCPAS-2026-12 Pavers Road CPA (38.22 acres to UGA)
• Approved LDCT-2026-10 Airport Impact Districts text amendment
• Approved LDCPAL-2026-7 FS 163 CIE Comprehensive Plan Update
• Continued LDCPAL-2025-7 Mims Crossing CPA to Sept. 2, 2026
• Continued LDCT-2025-15 Mims Crossing LDC text amendment to Sept. 2, 2026
• Continued LDCPAS-2026-6 Eloise Main Street Corridor CPA to Sept. 2, 2026
• Continued LDCT-2026-13 Eloise Main Street Corridor LDC text amendment to Sept. 2, 2026

Board of County Commissioners

The Polk County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss various agenda items, including construction contracts, zoning amendments, and public hearings. The board will also consider appointments to the Housing and Neighborhood Development's Citizens Advisory Committee and approve a consent agenda. Additionally, the board will discuss the adoption of an ordinance granting an Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption to a new business, Amaya Solutions, Inc.

• $1,931,532.85 construction contract for CR 540 Cypress Gardens Road intersection improvements
• $399,255.70 amendment to Agreement 18-73 with Dewberry Engineers, Inc. for CR 557 widening
• Public Hearing for Large-Scale Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment to change 71.26 acres from Business-Park Center to Industrial
• Adoption of an ordinance granting Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption to Amaya Solutions, Inc.

The Board denied the appeal of the Planning Commission's approval of a Conditional Use for Crossed Paws Pet Rescue, effectively rejecting the kennel use at the Auburndale property (4-1). The Board also approved several construction and service contracts, including a $1.93 million road improvement project and two wastewater treatment facility pre-construction agreements. Additionally, the Board confirmed a new Tourism and Sports Marketing Director and made several appointments to a housing advisory committee.

• Denied Crossed Paws Pet Rescue Conditional Use appeal (4-1)
• Approved $1,931,532.85 construction contract for CR 540/Lake Ned Road intersection improvements (5-0)
• Approved $989,597.52 CMAR pre-construction agreement with PCL Civil Constructors for Northwest Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility (5-0)
• Approved $897,566.00 CMAR pre-construction agreement with Vogel Bros. Building Co. for Southwest Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility (5-0)
• Confirmed Ryan Neal Duncan as Director of Tourism and Sports Marketing Division (5-0)
• Approved Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for Amaya Solutions, Inc. (5-0)
• Appointed/reappointed six members to HND Citizens Advisory Committee (5-0 each)
• Continued LDCPAL 2026-4 Organic Matters CPA to August 18 (5-0)

Polk Regional Water Cooperative

TPO Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)

The Technical Advisory Committee is meeting to review and approve amendments to the long-term Transportation Improvement Program. The body will also receive status reports on transit and safety initiatives.

• Amendments to FY 2026/27 - 2030/31 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Polk SunRail Transit Oriented Development Study (TOD)
• Route 60 Scenic Highway Update
• Polk Vision Zero Action Plan Update
• State of the Transportation System Report

The Technical Advisory Committee approved the yearly roll-forward of unfinished projects into the FY 2026/27-2030/31 Transportation Improvement Program and an amendment authorizing funding for truck parking and TPAS detection cameras along I-4. Both motions carried unanimously. The committee also received updates on the SunRail TOD study, Route 60 Scenic Highway, Vision Zero, and the State of the Transportation report, but took no other action.

• Approved TIP roll-forward amendment (unanimous)
• Approved TIP amendment for I-4 truck parking and TPAS detection cameras (unanimous)
• Approved May 21, 2026 TAC meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Polk County Board of County Commissioners will consider approving construction contracts for road and stormwater improvements, including projects on Country Club Road and the Peace Creek Canal. The board will also set proposed millage rates for the upcoming fiscal year and discuss various land development code amendments.

• Approve construction contract for Country Club Road Intersection Improvements ($2,774,976.16)
• Set Proposed Countywide Millage Rate for FY 26/27
• Public hearing to amend Polk County Indigent Health Care Plan Extension Ordinance
• Public hearing to adopt revisions to Utilities Division Schedule of Rates, Charges, and Fees
• Approve agreement with Peace River Center for Personal Development, Inc. for recruiting incentives (Not to exceed $1,300,000.)

The Board approved several construction contracts for road improvements and stormwater infrastructure. It also approved multiple land use and zoning amendments and updated the Indigent Health Care Plan. A resolution to revise Utilities Division rates and fees was passed despite one dissenting vote.

• Approved $2,774,976.16 contract for Country Club Road at Buckeye Loop Road improvements (5-0)
• Approved $2,150,875.08 contract for Kathleen Road at Deeson Road signal project (5-0)
• Approved $1,657,037.69 contract for Peace Creek Canal stormwater project (5-0)
• Approved equipment purchase contract for Central Florida Health Care, Inc. up to $1,512,116.53 (5-0)
• Approved land use change to Community Activity Center on Shimmering Dr (5-0)
• Approved land use change to Industrial for GrayLineX (5-0)
• Approved revised Polk County Indigent Health Care Plan (5-0)
• Approved Utilities Division Schedule of Rates, Charges, and Fees revisions (4-1)

Board of County Commissioners (Budget)

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a budget meeting to present and discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026/27. No specific decisions or public hearings are listed on this agenda.

• Presentation of the FY 26/27 Proposed Budget

Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer

The Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer will consider five variance applications at the July 14, 2026 meeting. The agenda includes approval of the prior meeting's minutes and deliberation on each request. No details on the nature of the variances or property addresses are provided in the agenda.

• LDLVAR-2026-16 (Lake Reedy Blvd Variance)
• LDLVAR-2026-21 (Sundean Variance)
• LDLVAR-2026-29 (Limedale Accessory Variance)
• LDLVAR-2026-33 (Davis Variance)
• LDLVAR-2026-35 (Archacki Accessory Variance)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss several land development cases, including comprehensive plan amendments and planned developments. The body will also address a Comprehensive Plan update.

• LDCT-2026-15 (RACX Vehicle Service)
• LDCU-2026-15 (Grove Sand Mine)
• LDPD-2026-4 (Berkley Crossings PD)
• LDPD-2026-8 (Schoolhouse Road PD)
• LDCPAS-2026-8 (Kathleen Government Center)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will vote on a $6.38 million contract for the Eagle Lake Roads & Drainage Maintenance Facility and a $5.1 million amendment to the Motorola Solutions agreement. They will also hold public hearings on four speed-hump installations and a land-use text amendment for the Green Swamp area. Numerous appointments to the Planning Commission and acceptance of performance bonds for development projects are on the consent agenda.

• Approve Construction Manager at Risk GMP Addendum with Strickland Construction for Eagle Lake Roads & Drainage Maintenance Facility ($6,381,337.57)
• Approve Amendment Six to Master Purchase Agreement with Motorola Solutions ($5,135,075.74 over 6 years)
• Public hearing: text amendment to Green Swamp Area LDC regarding Linear Commercial Corridor-X (LDCT-2026-14)
• Public hearings to install speed humps on Bay Boulevard North, Eastside Drive South, Pryor Road, and Sixth Street East (total $60,000)
• Approve engineering services for Kathleen Road at West Campbell Road intersection ($273,004.60)

The Board of County Commissioners approved all agenda items unanimously, including a $5.1 million amendment to the Motorola Solutions master purchase agreement, a $273,004 engineering contract for Kathleen Road improvements, and a $6.38 million construction manager at risk addendum for the Eagle Lake Roads & Drainage Maintenance Facility. The board also confirmed Tori Bateman as Human Resources Director, made several Planning Commission appointments, and approved multiple traffic calming device installations. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved $5,135,075.74 Motorola Solutions amendment (5-0)
• Approved $273,004.60 Jacobs Engineering design for Kathleen Road (5-0)
• Approved $6,381,337.57 CMAR addendum for Eagle Lake facility (5-0)
• Confirmed Tori Bateman as HR Director (5-0)
• Reappointed Mike Hickman to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Approved speed humps on Bay Boulevard, Eastside Drive, Pryor Road, Sixth Street East (5-0)
• Vacated Roosevelt Street right-of-way in Bevington Manor (5-0)
• Approved Green Swamp LCCX text amendment (5-0)

Citizen's Healthcare Oversight Committee

The Polk County Citizen's Healthcare Oversight Committee meets to review mid-year reports on grants, healthcare plans, and financial outlooks, followed by updates on healthcare infrastructure and community health projects. The committee will also vote on funding proposals including intergovernmental transfers, income limit increases, and behavioral health formulary additions.

• FY 2025/26 Mid-Year Reports: Grants and Aid, Polk Healthcare Plan Provider Network, Financial Outlook
• Action Items (Vote): LIP Intergovernmental Transfers SFY 2026/27, Increase Income Limits, PHP Behavioral Health Formulary Additions, Budget Proposal FY 2026/27

Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer

The Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer will consider four variance requests for properties on Anderson Road, Chaisson, Grand Canal Drive, and Lake Buffum Road. The meeting is scheduled for June 25, 2026, at 1:30 P.M.

• LDLVAR-2026-18: Anderson Road Variance
• LDLVAR-2026-22: Chaisson Variance
• LDLVAR-2026-28: Grand Canal Dr Variance
• LDLVAR-2026-39: Lake Buffum Road Variance

The Polk County Land Use Hearing Officer approved all four variance requests on the June 25, 2026 agenda. Each case involved a requested variance from standard land development regulations, and all were approved following staff recommendations and public hearings with no opposition. The minutes do not record any denied or tabled items.

• Approved variance for accessory structure larger than primary structure at 5803 Anderson Road (LDLVAR-2026-18)
• Approved rear and side setback variance for shed at 7747 Nature Trail (LDLVAR-2026-22)
• Approved rear setback reduction from 15 to 10 feet at 413 Grand Canal Dr (LDLVAR-2026-28)
• Approved right-of-way and side setback reductions at 3825 Alturas Babson Park Cutoff Road (LDLVAR-2026-39)