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Haines City public meetings in 2024

53 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 19, 2024 · 6:00 PM

City Commission Workshop

Commission discusses commissioner‑initiated meeting policy and water master plans

The City Commission will review a draft resolution that sets policy for meetings initiated by commissioners, prepared by City Attorney Fred Reilly and City Manager James Elensky. The commission will also receive presentations of the Wastewater Master Plan and the Water Master Plan, both presented by Public Services Administrator James Keene. These items are scheduled for discussion during the workshop.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Thu Dec 19, 2024 · 7:00 PM

City Commission Meeting

Haines City Commission to consider 30-acre land purchase and budget amendment

The City Commission will discuss the purchase of 30 acres of vacant land at 0 Powerline Road using impact fees. The body is also considering a budget amendment to carry over projects from the prior fiscal year and various utility and infrastructure contracts.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Wed Dec 18, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Red Light Camera

City Commission reviews five red light camera citation cases

The Haines City Commission will meet to consider five red light camera citation cases. The agenda lists each notice number and the name of the person or entity involved. No other actions, such as approvals or votes, are indicated in the agenda.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Wed Dec 18, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Code Compliance

City certifies $3,581.68 in code‑violation fines and liens

The Code Compliance Committee will review new business cases involving various code violations, some still existing and others complied with. It will certify citations and levy fines, totaling $3,581.68 across three properties. The agenda also includes a request for lien reduction, approval of the November 20 minutes, and adjournment.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Wed Dec 11, 2024 · 5:30 PM

Parks and Recreation Board

Board to discuss fee schedule and parks grant

The Parks and Recreation Board will approve the September 11, 2024 meeting minutes and then discuss two new business items: a fee schedule for park services and a Parks and Open Spaces grant. No decisions are indicated; the items are for discussion only.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Mon Dec 9, 2024 · 4:00 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider approval of White Clay Phase 1‑2 preliminary plat

The Haines City Planning Commission will review Resolution No. 24‑1829 for the White Clay Phase 1 and 2 preliminary plat. Staff recommends forwarding a recommendation of approval to the City Commission, subject to several conditions on parking, street trees, road widths, disclosure of adjacent city‑owned land, and completion of Lift Station #22. The resolution also includes a two‑year construction deadline that could trigger rezoning actions if not met.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Mon Dec 2, 2024 · 5:30 PM

CRA Meeting

CRA to consider FY 2025 Budget Amendment for carryover projects

The Haines City Community Redevelopment Agency will discuss a proposed amendment to the fiscal year 2024‑2025 budget. The amendment seeks to adjust funding for projects that were started in the prior fiscal year but remain incomplete. Supporting documents for the amendment are attached to the agenda.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Mon Dec 2, 2024 · 7:00 PM

City Commission Meeting

City Commission to approve annexation of Tenold properties along US‑27

The commission will vote on Ordinance No. 24-2092 to annex Tenold Holdings properties and other parcels along US Highway 27. It will also consider a resolution amending the Crosswinds East Phase 1 final plat, an infrastructure agreement for Powerline Road intersection improvements, a FY 2024‑2025 budget amendment to carry over unfinished projects, and a second amendment to the State Revolving Fund loan agreement WW530470.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Thu Nov 21, 2024 · 7:00 PM

City Commission Meeting

Haines City Commission to consider land use change for RWS Ranch Property

The City Commission will review several ordinances, including land development regulations and the establishment of the White Clay Community Development District. The body is also deciding on multiple infrastructure contracts for water and wastewater projects.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Thu Nov 21, 2024 · 6:00 PM

City Commission Workshop

City Commission to discuss draft ordinance for mobile food dispensing vehicles

The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss a draft ordinance regarding mobile food dispensing vehicles. The discussion includes a review of current zoning classifications where restaurants are allowed.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Wed Nov 20, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Red Light Camera

Haines City to discuss red light camera program

The Haines City Commission will meet to review red light camera notices and approve minutes from a previous hearing. The meeting agenda lists several notices and the approval of the October 23, 2024, Red Light Hearing minutes.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Wed Nov 20, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Code Compliance

Code Compliance meeting will certify fines totaling over $1,200 for property violations.

The Code Compliance Committee will certify citations and assess administrative fines for numerous property violations, including a $1,267 fine for a vacant structure on 15th Street South. It will also consider new business items such as additional violation cases, hear requests to reduce existing liens, and approve the minutes from the October 23 meeting.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Tue Nov 12, 2024 · 4:00 PM

Lakes Advisory Board

Haines City Lakes Board to approve September minutes

The Haines City Lakes Advisory Board will meet to approve post-meeting minutes from September and receive a community information update from staff.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Mon Nov 4, 2024 · 6:00 PM

CRA Meeting

CRA to consider museum repairs and structure rehabilitation grants

The Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to discuss building repairs and grant amendments. The body will consider a contract for museum repairs and a specific rehabilitation grant for a property on N. 12th Street.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Mon Nov 4, 2024 · 7:00 PM

City Commission Meeting

City Commission will approve a five‑year Flock Safety camera contract.

The commission will consider items on the consent agenda, including approval of meeting minutes and several cemetery deeds. In new business, commissioners will vote on a final plat for three retail lots at Highway 27 and Park Place Boulevard, adopt text amendments to land development regulations and alcoholic beverage codes, and approve the establishment of the White Clay Community Development District. Additional actions include a five‑year piggyback agreement for Flock Safety cameras, road‑transfer agreements with Polk County, purchase of two utility fleet vehicles, and appointment of a Parks and Recreation Advisory Board member.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Wed Oct 23, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Code Compliance

Haines City Code Compliance meeting to review 19 property violation cases

The Code Compliance body is reviewing various property violations including weeds, unlawful structures, and vehicle parking. The meeting covers cases where violations either still exist or have recently been complied with.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Wed Oct 23, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Red Light Camera

City Commission reviews three red‑light camera cases

The Haines City Commission will hear three red‑light camera citations identified by notice numbers 3032400147450, 3032400171419, and 3032400148987, involving Luanne Marie Altman, Maricruz Bautista Paz, and Tera Kasha Octavia Mcintyre. The commission will also approve the minutes from the September 25, 2024 red‑light hearing. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order, swearing‑in of witnesses, and adjournment.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Wed Oct 23, 2024 · 4:00 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider land regulation amendments and Sunny’s Estates plat

The Haines City Planning Commission will review Ordinance No. 24-2089, which proposes text amendments to the Land Development Regulations. It will also consider Resolution No. 24-1788, a preliminary plat for the Sunny’s Estates development, with conditions that prohibit parking on roadways and require preservation of street trees. The staff recommends forwarding a recommendation of approval to the City Commission with those conditions.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Thu Oct 17, 2024 · 7:00 PM

City Commission Meeting

City Commission to vote on emergency FEMA reimbursement and key development items

The Haines City Commission will consider a consent agenda that includes meeting minutes, the City Attorney invoice, and several continuing service contracts. Old business includes a second‑reading approval of Ordinance No. 24-2087 for a minor modification to the Crossroads Village Center MUPUD. New business features resolutions for the Crosswinds East Phase 1 final plat, a conditional use permit for a Publix liquor store at the Shops at the Grove, an emergency ordinance for FEMA clean‑up reimbursement, and other loan and grant amendments. Presentations will cover Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Mobility Week, and Trinity Village funding.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Thu Oct 17, 2024 · 5:30 PM

City Commission Workshop

City Commission to discuss mobile food truck ordinance

The Haines City Commission will review the City Clerk's performance evaluation and salary considerations. It will also consider Ordinance 24 XXXX concerning mobile food dispensing vehicles (food trucks). No final actions are noted; the items are slated for discussion during the workshop.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Tue Oct 15, 2024 · 5:30 PM

CRA Citizens Advisory Council

Council will review program updates and accept September meeting minutes

The CRA Citizens Advisory Council will accept the September 17, 2024 meeting minutes, receive an update on programs and projects within the CRA boundaries, and hear board comments before adjourning.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Mon Oct 14, 2024 · 4:00 PM

Planning Commission

Commission to recommend medium-density rezoning of RWS Ranch property

The Planning Commission will consider three items: Resolution No. 24-1788 for a preliminary plat of the Sunny’s Estates development with conditions on parking and street trees; Ordinance No. 24-2091 to reclassify the RWS Ranch property from City Low Density Residential to City Medium Density Residential; and Ordinance No. 24-2089 to amend the text of the Land Development Regulations. For each item the staff recommends the Commission forward a recommendation of approval to the City Commission. The meeting also includes public comments, staff comments, and standard procedural items.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Tue Oct 1, 2024 · 6:00 PM

CRA Meeting

CRA considers structural rehab grant for 413 N. 12th Street

The Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to discuss old and new business. The primary item for consideration is the approval of a Phase II structural rehabilitation grant for a specific property.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Tue Oct 1, 2024 · 7:00 PM

City Commission Meeting

Commission to consider police union contract and infrastructure projects

The City Commission will discuss a collective bargaining agreement for police officers and sergeants. The body is also deciding on several land development plats and water infrastructure agreements.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Wed Sep 25, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Red Light Camera

Red Light Camera meeting to review citation cases on Sep 25, 2024

The Haines City Commission will hold a Red Light Camera meeting on September 25, 2024. The agenda includes a call to order, swearing‑in of persons to testify, review of eight citation cases identified by notice numbers and names, and approval of the August 28, 2024 police department minutes. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Wed Sep 25, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Code Compliance

Code Compliance meeting will review dozens of property violation cases.

The Haines City Code Compliance Committee will meet on September 25, 2024 to discuss a series of code‑violation cases presented by Inspectors David Jimenez and Joel Yanez. Each agenda item lists the property address, the specific code sections cited, the violation dates, whether the issue has been resolved, and the administrative cost assessed. The committee will record the status of each case and the associated fees.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Thu Sep 19, 2024 · 7:00 PM

City Commission Meeting

Commission to adopt FY 2024‑2025 budget and 7.5895‑mill millage rate

The Haines City Commission will hold a second public hearing to adopt the fiscal year 2024‑2025 budget and the proposed millage rate of 7.5895 mills. The meeting also includes a consent agenda for routine items, several development and infrastructure resolutions, and the execution of a $1,200,000 fiber resiliency grant. Additional items cover insurance renewal, code‑enforcement lien reductions, and appointments to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Tue Sep 17, 2024 · 5:30 PM

CRA Citizens Advisory Council

Discussion of proposed changes to the Residential Rehab & Repair Program

The Citizens Advisory Council will receive an update on the Residential Rehab & Repair Program and discuss proposed guideline changes to the program. Staff will present the program review and a proposal document. No formal decision is indicated; the item is for discussion and information.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Wed Sep 11, 2024 · 5:30 PM

Parks and Recreation Board

Parks and Recreation Board to discuss fee schedule and farmer's market

The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to discuss the current fee schedule and the farmer's market. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Tue Sep 10, 2024 · 4:00 PM

Lakes Advisory Board

Lakes Advisory Board to receive update on Lake Eva

The Lakes Advisory Board will meet to review the minutes from August 13, 2024. The board will also discuss a September 2024 update regarding Lake Eva, including a Nu Clear treatment sheet.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Mon Sep 9, 2024 · 4:00 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider preliminary plat for four homes on Alta Vista Drive

The Haines City Planning Commission will consider Resolution No. 24-1819, which proposes a preliminary plat for a subdivision along Alta Vista Drive and Walsdorf Way. The plat would accommodate four single‑family detached residential homes. Staff recommends forwarding the request to the City Commission for approval.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Thu Sep 5, 2024 · 5:00 PM

CRA Meeting

Haines City CRA to consider 2024-2025 budget adoption

The Community Redevelopment Agency will hold a public hearing to adopt the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget. The board will also consider property donations and structural rehabilitation grants.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Thu Sep 5, 2024 · 7:00 PM

City Commission Meeting

Haines City holds public hearings on FY 2024-2025 budget and millage rate

The City Commission will hold first public hearings to tentatively adopt the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget and a proposed millage rate of 7.5895 mills. The body will also consider several contracts, including a transit district renewal and fire fighter labor agreements.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Thu Sep 5, 2024 · 6:15 PM

City Commission Workshop

City Commission will discuss the Lakeland Area Mass Transit proposal.

The commission will hold a presentation and discussion on mass transit services for the Lakeland area. No other agenda items are listed. The meeting also includes standard procedural steps such as call to order, agenda review, and adjournment.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Wed Aug 28, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Code Compliance

Code compliance meeting reviews Downtown Bistro violation and other property cases

The Code Compliance Committee will hear new business items consisting of several code‑violation cases. Each case presents the property address, the specific code sections cited, the date of violation, the result (still exist or complied) and the assessed administrative cost. The committee will consider any required actions for these violations.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Wed Aug 28, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Red Light Camera

Haines City to hold red light camera hearings

The city is conducting a meeting to hear specific cases related to red light camera notices. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the July 24, 2024, hearing.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Wed Aug 21, 2024 · 1:00 PM

CRA Workshop

CRA discusses FY 2024‑25 budget proposal

The Haines City Community Redevelopment Agency will hold a budget session to discuss its proposed FY 2025 budget. The agenda lists a presentation of the CRA FY25 Proposed Budget PDF. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Tue Aug 20, 2024 · 5:30 PM

CRA Citizens Advisory Council

CRA Council to consider recommendation for Roofing Batch No. 6

The CRA Citizens Advisory Council is meeting to review updates on local projects and staffing. The body is seeking a recommendation regarding Roofing Batch No. 6.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Tue Aug 13, 2024 · 4:00 PM

Lakes Advisory Board

Lakes Advisory Board meets to discuss public outreach

The Haines City Lakes Advisory Board will convene to approve minutes from a previous meeting and discuss public outreach strategies. No formal decisions or contracts are scheduled.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Mon Aug 12, 2024 · 7:00 PM

City Commission Meeting

Haines City proposes $10 million note for City Hall Annex Project

The City Commission is considering a $10 million revenue note for the City Hall Annex Project. The body will also review zoning modifications, property designations, and several interlocal agreements.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Wed Aug 7, 2024 · 1:00 PM

City Commission Workshop

City Commission Workshop with no agenda items scheduled

The Haines City Commission workshop on August 7, 2024 will consist of routine items only—call to order, presentations, agenda review, and adjournment. No specific resolutions, contracts, or public hearings are listed for discussion.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Wed Aug 7, 2024 · 3:00 PM

CRA Workshop

CRA budget for fiscal year 2025 will be discussed

The Community Redevelopment Agency board will review the FY 2025 budget. The discussion is scheduled for August 7, 2024, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at City Hall Commission Chambers. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Thu Aug 1, 2024 · 7:00 PM

City Commission Meeting

Commission will vote on buying new police vehicles and emergency gear

The Haines City Commission will consider several consent‑agenda items, including payment of the City Attorney’s June 2024 invoice, a reduction of a code‑enforcement lien on 1306 Avenue I, and the purchase of police vehicles and emergency equipment. In old business, commissioners will hold second‑reading votes on three land‑use ordinances that rezone roughly 15.75 acres for Gladco LLC and modify the White Clay Residential Planned Unit Development. New business includes a resolution on background screenings for athletic coaches and purchases of network equipment and bypass pumps.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Thu Aug 1, 2024 · 6:00 PM

City Commission Workshop

City Commission to receive economic development update

The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss economic development activities. Cyndi Jantomaso, President/CEO of the Haines City Economic Development Council, Inc., will provide an update for Fiscal Year 2023/2024.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Thu Aug 1, 2024 · 5:00 PM

CRA Meeting

Approve playground equipment upgrade agreement for Lake Eva Park

The Haines City Community Redevelopment Agency will vote on an agreement with Kompan, Inc. to upgrade playground equipment at Lake Eva Park. The board will receive an update on the Latin Business Expo’s growth and its transition to the Hispanic Empowerment Foundation. Members will discuss proposed revisions to the Residential Rehab and Repair Program. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from the July 2 and July 16 CRA meetings.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Wed Jul 24, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Red Light Camera

Haines City to hold red light camera hearings

The City Commission is meeting to hear four specific red light camera cases. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the June 26, 2024, hearing.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Wed Jul 24, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Code Compliance

City reviews dozens of code violation cases at July 24 meeting

The Haines City Code Compliance Committee will review a series of code violation cases during its July 24 meeting. Each case lists the property address, cited code sections, violation date, compliance status, and any administrative cost assessed. The committee will consider both ongoing violations and those that have been corrected.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Tue Jul 23, 2024 · 1:00 PM

Bid Opening

Bid opening meeting with no agenda items listed

The Haines City bid opening scheduled for July 23, 2024 has an agenda that contains no specific items. No rezoning, contracts, ordinances, or fee changes are described. The meeting appears to be procedural with no detailed agenda items provided.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Thu Jul 18, 2024 · 7:00 PM

City Commission Meeting

Haines City Commission to set FY 2024/25 millage rate and budget dates

The City Commission will discuss the 2024/25 millage rate and budget hearing dates. The body is also considering several land use amendments, conditional uses for storage facilities, and police department upgrades.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Wed Jul 17, 2024 · 2:00 PM

Bid Opening

Haines City Bid Opening scheduled for July 17, 2024

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and does not list any specific bids, projects, or items for discussion.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Tue Jul 16, 2024 · 4:00 PM

CRA Citizens Advisory Council

No substantive agenda items listed for this meeting.

The agenda for the Haines City CRA Citizens Advisory Council on July 16, 2024 contains no listed items or decisions. It appears to be a procedural placeholder without specific topics, contracts, or proposals.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Tue Jul 16, 2024 · 1:00 PM

City Commission Workshop

City Commission workshop meeting with no agenda items listed

The Haines City Commission workshop scheduled for July 16, 2024 shows no agenda items. No items, contracts, or ordinances are listed for discussion or decision. The meeting appears to be procedural only.

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City Hall Commission Chambers
Wed Jul 10, 2024 · 5:30 PM

Parks and Recreation Board

Lakes Advisory Board to discuss fee schedules and community programs

The Lakes Advisory Board will meet to discuss the current fee schedule. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the Farmer's Market and Hispanic Heritage Month.

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City Hall Commission Chambers