Haines City public meetings in 2025

City Commission Workshop

The commission will hold a workshop meeting on December 18, 2025. The agenda includes a discussion of golf cart operations, presented by Police Chief Jay Hopwood. No other items are scheduled for this meeting.

• Golf cart operations – discussion (presentation by Police Chief Jay Hopwood)

Commissioners and staff discussed possible expansion of the city’s golf‑cart ordinance, including safety, signage, insurance, and time restrictions. No formal motion, vote, or decision was recorded beyond a roll‑call on an unspecified item. The meeting adjourned without any approvals, denials, or tabled actions.

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will consider second readings for land use and zoning amendments for the Bridgemohan and Divine Automotive properties. The body will also review utility easements and a professional services contract for the fire department.

• Ordinance No. 25-2113 and 25-2112: Land use and zoning changes for Bridgemohan properties at 5283 and 5307 Johnson Avenue East
• Ordinance No. 25-2137 and 25-2138: Land use and zoning amendments for Divine Automotive
• Professional services purchase from Lexipol LLC via Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Agreement
• Resolution 25-1909 and 25-1910: Duke Energy easements for 915 Avenue E and 121 8th Street North
• Ordinance No. 25-2139: Pretreatment Amalgam Rule

The commission adopted the consent agenda, which included a purchase of professional services from Lexipol, LLC via a Sourcewell agreement. It approved several ordinances assigning new land‑use and zoning designations to properties on Johnson Avenue East and for the Divine Automotive development. The body also approved two resolutions authorizing easements with Duke Energy Florida, LLC for 915 Avenue E and 121 8th Street North, and set the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Approved consent agenda, including Lexipol professional services purchase – carried
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-2139 Pretreatment Amalgam Rule – carried
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-2113 assigning Low Density Residential to 5283 and 5307 Johnson Ave E – carried
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-2112 assigning R-1-A zoning to 5283 and 5307 Johnson Ave E – carried
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-2137 amending land use map for Divine Automotive (3.87 acres) – carried
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-2138 amending zoning map for Divine Automotive – carried
• Approved Resolution No. 25-1909 easement with Duke Energy for 915 Avenue E – carried
• Approved Resolution No. 25-1910 easement with Duke Energy for 121 8th Street North – carried

Red Light Camera

The City Commission will hold a Red Light Camera meeting on December 17, 2025 at City Hall. The agenda includes a call to order, swearing in of persons to testify, and the review of eight citation cases identified by notice numbers and the names of the individuals involved. No decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Notice 3032500166665 – Genna Alicia Aaronson
• Notice 3032500177506 – Christine Alvarado
• Notice 3032500163464 – Emma Marie Liberto
• Notice 3032500166764 – Melodyann Marie Martin
• Notice 3032500188214 – Evelyn Madeline Pangborn

Code Compliance

The Code Compliance Committee will review a series of code violation cases presented by Inspectors Yanez, Jimenez, and Azeez. Items include weed, parking, motor‑vehicle, and fence violations at specific addresses, some with compliance dates and fines. The meeting will also certify citations and fines, consider a request for lien reduction, and approve the minutes before adjourning.

• Case 38461 – 5816 Ballast Street – water‑restriction violation; fine $100.00 issued 09‑03‑25.
• Case 38753 – 2112 Pine Avenue – motor‑vehicle violation; admin cost $23.55.
• Case 38825 – 477 Noble Avenue – weed violation; compliance achieved 10‑22‑25.
• Certification of citations for the listed violations.
• Certification of fines, including the $100.00 water‑restriction fine.

Lakes Advisory Board

The Lakes Advisory Board will receive updates from Public Works regarding lake management and budget. Discussions include the use of carp for hydrilla control and the naming of a rain garden.

• Evaluation of introducing carp into the lake for hydrilla management
• Proposed naming of the 5th street rain garden
• Overview of FY2026 stormwater budget
• Approval of October 14, 2025 meeting minutes

Community Engagement

This meeting is dedicated to training. The agenda consists of super user/admin training and general user training.

• Super User/Admin Training
• User Training

CRA Meeting

The Haines City Community Redevelopment Agency board will approve the October 2, 2025 meeting minutes and consider several items. It will review a grant request to fund structural rehabilitation at 302 E. Hinson Avenue. The board will discuss extending the residential rehabilitation grant program for 404 Windbourne Way, evaluate a partnership proposal with Graceful Hands of Compassion Home Healthcare and Medical Staffing, and receive a performance report for the 2025‑2026 residential rehabilitation grant program.

• Structural Rehabilitation Grant Request – 302 E. Hinson Avenue
• Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program – 404 Windbourne Way (extension discussion)
• CRA Partnership Proposal – Graceful Hands of Compassion Home Healthcare and Medical Staffing
• Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program – December 2025 Performance Report

The CRA Board carried a motion to close the 2025/26 Residential Rehabilitation Grant program effective January 1. A motion to seek a special exception for the roof portion of the 404 Windbourne Way project was also carried. The board voted to move the first CRA meeting from January 1 to January 8.

• Carried motion to close the 2025/26 Residential Rehabilitation Grant program (effective Jan 1)
• Carried motion to seek a special exception for roof work on 404 Windbourne Way
• Moved first CRA meeting date from Jan 1 to Jan 8 (motion carried)

City Commission Meeting

The Haines City Commission will consider a budget amendment that provides funding for police body‑worn camera services and centennial events. It will also act on several zoning map amendments, a conditional use request for a firearms manufacturing shop, and a contract for lift‑station fog, odor, and corrosion control. Items on the consent agenda include utility agreements and a police surplus firearms approval.

• Ordinance 25-2140 – FY 2025‑2026 Budget Amendment No. 3, funding police body‑worn cameras and centennial events
• Ordinance 25-2134 – Zoning Map Amendment for Marion Groves (second reading)
• Ordinance 25-2112 – Zoning Map Amendment for Bridgemohan Property (first reading) changing from County A/RR to City R‑1‑A
• Resolution 25-1906 – Conditional Use for F Armory Firearms Retail/Manufacturing Shop at 2139 30th Street South
• Selection of award and contract for RFP Lift Station Fog, Odor, and Corrosion Control with Premier Magnesia, LLC

The Commission adopted the consent agenda, which included cemetery deeds, a lift‑station amendment, a water‑main change order, and approval for police surplus firearms. It also approved the FY 2025‑2026 budget amendment (Ordinance 25‑2140) and a zoning map amendment for the Marion Groves development. Several land‑use actions were carried, including a low‑density residential designation for the Bridgemohan property, future land‑use and zoning map amendments for the Divine Automotive site, and a conditional‑use approval for an F Armory firearms shop. Additional approvals were made for the PRWC AWS receiving‑facility grant amendment and a WWTP process‑improvements amendment.

• Approved consent agenda items (cemetery deeds, lift‑station amendment, water‑main change order, police firearms surplus) – Carried
• Adopted FY 2025‑2026 Budget Amendment (Ordinance 25‑2140) – Carried
• Approved Ordinance 25‑2134 zoning map amendment for Marion Groves – Carried
• Approved Ordinance 25‑2113 assigning low‑density residential (LDR) designation to Bridgemohan property – Carried
• Approved Ordinance 25‑2137 future land‑use map amendment for Divine Automotive – Carried
• Approved Ordinance 25‑2138 zoning map amendment for Divine Automotive – Carried
• Approved Resolution 25‑1906 conditional‑use for F Armory firearms retail/manufacturing shop – Carried
• Approved Amendment No 1 to Grant Agreement L0120 for PRWC AWS receiving facility – Carried

Code Compliance

The Code Compliance Committee will review and certify a series of code‑violation cases, including the imposition of fines and administrative costs. Items include certification of citations for Mydesir Multi LLC and certification of larger fines for violations at 1010 Aqua Vista Court and 1611 12th Street. The meeting also addresses additional new‑business cases, a request for lien reduction, and approval of minutes.

• Case 38161 (1010 Aqua Vista Court) – admin cost $71.15, total fine $1,271.15
• Case 36730 (1611 12th Street) – admin cost $35.30, total fine $735.30
• Citation #1224 for Mydesir Multi LLC – fine $50.00, admin cost $75.16, total $125.16
• Citation #0476 for Mydesir Multi LLC – fine $50.00, admin cost $75.31, total $125.31
• Case 38649 (2111 Baker Avenue) – repeat violation, admin cost $58.20

Red Light Camera

The city is conducting a meeting to hear eight specific red light camera cases. The proceedings include the swearing in of persons to testify and the review of individual notice numbers.

• Case 3032500168331: Joseph Caroccio
• Case 3032500168927: Jack Barry Davidoff
• Case 3032500148416: Jaia Shiva Savanna Kalloo
• Case 3032500149489: Jessica Dawn Lee
• Case 3032500151956: Annemarie Moretti

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review four ordinances regarding zoning and land use map amendments. Staff recommends approval for requests involving the Bridgemohan Property and Divine Automotive.

• Ordinance No. 25-2112: Zoning Map Amendment to R-1-A for Bridgemohan Property at 5283 and 5307 Johnson Avenue East
• Ordinance No. 25-2113: Small Scale Land Use Plan Amendment for Bridgemohan Property at 5283 and 5307 Johnson Avenue East
• Ordinance No. 25-2137: Future Land Use Map Amendment for Divine Automotive
• Ordinance No. 25-2138: Zoning Map Amendment for Divine Automotive

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will discuss budget amendments for carryover projects, Centennial events, and police body-worn cameras. The body is also reviewing zoning and plat amendments for several local properties.

• Contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for body-worn cameras and equipment
• Zoning Map Amendment for Marion Groves property (First Reading)
• Budget Amendment No. 3 for Police cameras and Centennial events (First Reading)
• Preliminary Plat Amendments for White Clay Phase 1 and 2 and Scenic Terrace N Phase 2
• Duke Energy easement for North 5th Street

Community Engagement

The Haines City Commission will consider Ordinance No. 25-1212, which establishes a late‑night curfew for youth. It will also consider Resolution No. 25-1213, which proposes the creation of a new skate park for youth. A discussion will be held on the "Voices in City Hall" program to give local students a chance to share ideas about city issues. The meeting will include public comments, the City Manager's report, and the City Clerk's report.

• Ordinance No. 25-1212 establishing a late‑night curfew for youth
• Resolution No. 25-1213 proposing a new skate park for youth
• Discussion on the Voices in City Hall program for student input
• Public comments (3 minutes)
• City Manager's report

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review two zoning map amendments and two preliminary plat approvals. These items involve reclassifying land for residential use and updating development plans for specific project phases.

• Ordinance No. 25-2131: Zoning Map Amendment for RWS Ranch from County Agricultural Rural Residential (A/RR) to Residential three in the North Ridge (R-3-NR)
• Ordinance No. 25-2134: Zoning Map Amendment for Marion Groves property (first reading)
• Resolution No. 25-1888: White Clay Phase 1 and 2 Preliminary Plat Amendment
• Resolution No. 25-1892: Scenic Terrace N Phase 2 Preliminary Plat

Red Light Camera

The Haines City Commission meeting on October 22, 2025 will consider a series of red light camera citation cases. Each case is identified by a notice number and the name of the cited individual or entity. The agenda includes call to order, swearing‑in of persons to testify, approval of minutes, and adjournment.

• Notice 3032500134721 – AI $ Cargo Transport Llc
• Notice 3032500150685 – Deleon, Alexis
• Notice 3032500157128 – Harkless, Randall Ray
• Notice 3032500136957 – Hutchinson, William Fredrick
• Notice 3032500136155 – Jones, Tony Maurase

Code Compliance

The Code Compliance Committee will review a series of violation cases filed by city inspectors. Items include parking violations, weed violations, unlawful structures, motor‑vehicle violations, and a water‑restriction case with multiple fines. The committee will note which violations remain unresolved and which have been complied with.

• Case 38452 – Parking violation at 3117 Davilanes Street (violation still exists)
• Case 38226 – Weed violation at Landings Court (complied 09‑22‑25)
• Case 37740 – Water‑restriction violations at 2500 Declaration Street, total fines $5,231.64, $500 fines pending
• Case 37655 – Unlawful structure at 1024 Brooklet Drive (violation still exists)
• Case 38533 – Motor‑vehicle violation at 304 McKay Drive (violation still exists)

City Commission Meeting

The Haines City Commission will consider a consent agenda that includes meeting minutes, cemetery deeds, an easement for an Aldi gateway sign, and a red‑light camera survey. Old business includes several land‑use and zoning ordinances for properties such as RWS Ranch, Mumtaz, Bridgemohan, and Crossroads Village Center. New business items include a budget amendment to carry over unfinished projects, a resolution to close State Hwy 17‑92 for the 2025 Christmas Parade, an amendment to the Police Collective Bargaining Agreement’s Article 43 pay plan, and a lien waiver for 832 Ofanto Way.

• Approve FY 2025-26 Budget Amendment No. 2 (carryover projects) – Ordinance 25-2136
• Authorize temporary closure of State Hwy 17‑92 for the 2025 Christmas Parade – Resolution 25-1903
• Approve amendment to Police Collective Bargaining Agreement – Article 43 Pay Plan
• Approve lien reduction for the property at 832 Ofanto Way
• Approve easement for Aldi property for City Gateway Sign location – Resolution 25-1877

The commission adopted Ordinance No. 25‑2136, reallocating $101,117,526 for the 2025‑26 budget. It also approved several land‑use and zoning ordinances, a resolution to close State Hwy 17‑92 for the Christmas parade, a police collective‑bargaining pay‑plan amendment, and a lien reduction for 832 Ofanto Way. The commission voted to close municipal offices on Friday, Dec 26, 2025 as a paid holiday.

• Approved FY 2025‑26 Budget Amendment (Ordinance No. 25‑2136) – Carried
• Re‑adopted Large‑Scale Land Use Amendment for RWS Ranch (Ordinance No. 25‑2098) – Carried
• Adopted Zoning Map Amendment for Mumtaz Property (Ordinance No. 25‑2120) – Carried
• Adopted Voluntary Annexation of Bridgemohan Property (Ordinance No. 25‑2123) – Carried
• Adopted Minor Modification to Crossroads Village Center MUPUD (Ordinance No. 25‑2130) – Carried
• Authorized temporary closure of State Hwy 17‑92 for 2025 Christmas Parade (Resolution No. 25‑1903) – Carried
• Approved Police Collective Bargaining Agreement amendment – Article 43 Pay Plan – Carried
• Reduced lien for 832 Ofanto Way to $498.26 – Carried

Lakes Advisory Board

The Lakes Advisory Board will consider and vote to approve the posted minutes from its July 8, 2025 meeting. A staff update on the rain garden project will be presented. The board will also have time for member comments before adjourning.

• Approval of July 08, 2025 meeting minutes (Post‑Meeting Minutes - LAB_Jul08_2025 - English.pdf)
• Update on rain garden (Staff contact: Woodley Pier, Public Works Superintendent)
• Board comments
• Adjournment

Planning Commission

The Haines City Planning Commission will consider approving Ordinance No. 25-2131 to reclassify the RWS Ranch property from County Agricultural Rural Residential (A/RR) to Residential‑3‑NR. It will also take up a first‑reading zoning map amendment for the Marion Groves property (Ordinance No. 25-2134) and two resolutions for preliminary plat amendments at White Clay and Scenic Terrace North. Staff will recommend forwarding these approvals to the City Commission with conditions such as a traffic‑study approval and specific road‑width standards.

• Ordinance No. 25-2131 – reclassify RWS Ranch from A/RR to Residential‑3‑NR (R‑3‑NR).
• Ordinance No. 25-2134 – first‑reading zoning map amendment for Marion Groves, with traffic‑study condition and three‑year construction deadline.
• Resolution No. 25-1888 – White Clay Phase 1 and 2 preliminary plat amendment; requires 22‑ft internal roads and 24‑ft roads on Hughes and Kokomo Roads to city standards.
• Resolution No. 25-1892 – approval of Scenic Terrace North Phase 2 preliminary plat.
• Staff will forward recommendations to the City Commission, subject to the listed conditions.

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will discuss several zoning modifications and a fiscal year 2025-2026 budget amendment. The meeting includes decisions on utility service contracts and an interlocal agreement with Polk County regarding impact fees.

• Ordinance No. 25-2133: Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget Amendment No 1 (Second Reading)
• Ordinance No. 25-2121: Minor modification to RPUD for White Clay Phase 1 and 2 (Second Reading)
• Ordinance No. 25-2123: Voluntary annexation of Bridgemohan property at 5307 Johnson Avenue East
• Contract for ITB 25-16: 3-Mile Force Main with C&B Civil Construction, Inc.
• Contract for ITB 25-21: Webb’s Lift Station, Force Main, and Gravity Sewer Project with Insituform Technologies, LLC

The commission approved the consent agenda and adopted several ordinances, including a minor RPUD modification, an interlocal impact‑fee agreement, a FY 2025‑26 budget amendment, and a zoning map amendment for the Mumtaz property. It also approved a voluntary annexation, a minor modification to the Crossroads Village MUPUD, and adopted resolutions on plats, utility services, a September 11th holiday, and bad‑debt reclassification. Finally, the commission selected award and contract for the Webb’s Lift Station, Force Main, and Gravity Sewer Project and approved a 3‑mile force‑main contract.

• Approved consent agenda (all items) – approved
• Adopted Ordinance 25-2121 (RPUD minor modification) – carried unanimously
• Approved Ordinance 25-2132 interlocal agreement on impact fees – carried unanimously
• Adopted Ordinance 25-2133 FY 2025‑26 budget amendment – carried unanimously
• Approved Ordinance 25-2120 zoning map amendment for Mumtaz Property – carried unanimously
• Approved Ordinance 25-2123 voluntary annexation of Bridgemohan Property – carried
• Approved selection of award and contract for Webb’s Lift Station, Force Main, and Gravity Sewer Project (ITB 25-21) – carried
• Approved contract for 3‑mile Force Main (ITB 25-16) – carried

CRA Meeting

The Community Redevelopment Agency will discuss the reallocation of FY2025 financial funds and review a performance summary for the Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program. The board is also seeking approval for specific structural grants and a construction contract for the Old Haines City Train Depot.

• Contract award to FSV Construction Company for Old Haines City Train Depot Renovations Project (RFP 25-23)
• Structural rehabilitation grant request for 1671 E Hinson Avenue
• Structural rehabilitation grant request for 302 E Hinson Avenue
• Reallocation of FY2025 CRA Financial Funds per Florida Statute 163.387(7)
• FY2025 Performance Summary for the Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program

Code Compliance

The Haines City Code Compliance Committee will consider a series of enforcement cases, noting which violations have been corrected and which remain outstanding. It will certify citations and assess fines for properties with ongoing code issues. The meeting also includes a public comment period for residents to be heard.

• Case 38212 – 1705 Bartley St: weeds violation, complied 08‑01‑25
• Case 37879 – 1259 Lassen St: unlawful structure & prohibited uses, still exist
• Case 37976 – 1133 Ave E: weeds violation, fine $32.85
• Case 37990 – 1109 Ave C: weeds violation, fine $32.85
• Case 37923 – County Rd 544 E: weeds violation, fine $32.90

Red Light Camera

The Haines City Commission will meet on September 24, 2025 to discuss the Red Light Camera program. The agenda includes a call to order, swearing in of persons to testify, discussion of cases, approval of minutes, and adjournment. No specific items or contracts are listed.

• Call to Order
• Swearing in of persons to testify
• Cases
• Approval of minutes
• Adjournment

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will hold a final budget hearing to adopt the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget and a proposed millage rate of 7.3395 mills. The meeting also includes votes on land use amendments and several infrastructure contracts.

• Ordinance 25-2128: Proposed millage rate of 7.3395 mills for FY 2025-2026
• Ordinance 25-2129: Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget
• Zoning and Land Use Map Amendments for Prince & Sons and Ford Family Trust properties
• Purchase of three portable bypass pumps from Xylem Dewatering Solutions
• Construction services contract with Vogel Bros. Building Company for Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion

The commission adopted Ordinance No. 25‑2128, approving the FY 2025‑2026 millage rate on second reading, with a unanimous vote. It also adopted Ordinance No. 25‑2129, approving the FY 2025‑2026 city budget, also unanimously. The consent agenda was approved, including Addendum 3 to the 6th Street Water Line Improvements Agreement, purchase of three portable bypass pumps for $206,937.75, and renewal of property‑and‑casualty insurance up to $1,975,469. Several land‑use and zoning map amendments for Prince & Sons and Ford Family Trust properties were adopted unanimously.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 25‑2128 (FY 2025‑2026 millage rate) – Carried unanimously
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25‑2129 (FY 2025‑2026 budget) – Carried unanimously
• Approved consent agenda items, including Addendum 3 to 6th Street Water Line Improvements Agreement – Carried
• Approved purchase of three portable bypass pumps from Xylem Dewatering Solutions, total $206,937.75 – Carried
• Authorized property & casualty insurance renewal up to $1,975,469 with Brown & Brown – Carried
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25‑2115 (Small‑Scale Land Use Map Amendment for Prince & Sons) – Carried unanimously
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25‑2116 (Zoning Map Amendment for Prince & Sons) – Carried unanimously
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25‑2118 (Zoning Map Amendment for Ford Family Trust RPUD) – Carried unanimously

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a request for Ordinance No. 25-2120 regarding the Mumtaz Property RPUD. Staff recommends forwarding a recommendation of approval for this ordinance to the City Commission.

• Ordinance No. 25-2120 – Mumtaz Property RPUD

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will conduct first readings for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget and a proposed millage rate of 7.3395 mills. The meeting also includes several zoning and land use map amendments and a contract for a master lift station project.

• Ordinance No. 25-2128: Proposed millage rate of 7.3395 mills for FY 2025-2026
• Ordinance No. 25-2129: Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget
• Contract for ITB 25-14: Master Lift Station No. 22 Project with Carr & Collier, Inc.
• Ordinance No. 25-2121: Modification to White Clay Phase 1 and 2 RPUD (182.24+/- acres)
• Resolution No. 25-1891: Legal services contract with Grossman and Kelly, LLP for tobacco waste claim

The commission adopted the proposed millage rate (Ordinance 25‑2128) and approved the FY 2025‑26 budget (Ordinance 25‑2129) on first reading. It also carried the consent agenda and approved several land‑use and zoning amendments, including changes for Hartford Terrace, Prince & Sons, Ford Family Trust, and White Clay RPUD. All actions were recorded as carried.

• Adopt millage rate ordinance 25‑2128 – Carried
• Adopt FY 2025‑26 budget ordinance 25‑2129 – Carried
• Approve consent agenda – Carried
• Minor modification to Hartford Terrace (Ordinance 25‑2119) – Carried
• Code enforcement lien reductions (Ordinance 25‑2124) – Carried
• FY 2024‑25 budget amendment (Ordinance 25‑2125) – Carried
• Balmoral Estates RPUD corrective language (Ordinance 25‑2126) – Carried
• Land‑use map amendment for Prince & Sons (Ordinance 25‑2115) – Carried

CRA Meeting

The Haines City Community Redevelopment Agency Board will adopt its FY 2025-2026 budget, covering Districts 327 and 328. The board will also discuss extensions to the Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program at 601 Haines Avenue and review project updates and performance reports for the grant program. Additional items include a discussion of a CRA leadership position and a windows replacement issue at 1701 Sunrise Court.

• Extension of Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program requirements for 601 Haines Avenue
• CRA Project Updates for outstanding FY 2024 projects
• July‑August 2025 performance report for the Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program
• Adoption of FY 2025‑2026 CRA Budget for Districts 327 and 328
• Discussion of CRA leadership position and windows replacement at 1701 Sunrise Ct

Code Compliance

The Haines City Code Compliance Committee will conduct routine procedural business, including swearing in witnesses, hearing new business, and reviewing requests to be heard. It will certify citations and fines related to code violations and consider a request for lien reduction. The meeting will also approve the minutes from the prior session before adjourning.

• Certification of citations
• Certification of fines
• Request for lien reduction
• Approval of minutes
• New business and requests to be heard

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will discuss several zoning map amendments and a budget amendment to assign excess funds to carryover projects. The body is also reviewing contracts for auditing services and traffic signal maintenance. Additionally, the commission will consider the purchase of portable bypass pumps and project change orders for the Fire Station/EOC.

• Ordinance No. 25-2111: Zoning Map Amendment for Lake Eva Estates to R-1-AX
• Ordinance No. 25-2125: Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget Amendment No 3
• Ordinance No. 25-2119: Modification to Hartford Terrace Mixed-Use PUD (11.42+/- acres)
• Agreement extension for auditing services with Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC
• Purchase of portable bypass pumps from Xylem Dewatering Solutions

The commission approved the consent agenda items, including an extension of the auditing services agreement and a traffic signal maintenance amendment. It adopted Ordinance No. 25-2111, changing the zoning designation of Lake Eva Estates to R-1-AX. Several other ordinances were passed, covering a mixed‑use development modification, corrective language for Balmoral Estates, code‑enforcement lien reductions, a budget amendment, a purchase of portable bypass pumps, and change orders for the Fire Station/EOC project. The board also appointed Jimmy Vilce to the Board of Adjustments.

• Approved consent agenda items (cemetery deeds, auditing services extension, traffic signal agreement) – Carried
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-2111 to change Lake Eva Estates zoning to R-1-AX – Carried
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-2119 for minor modification of Hartford Terrace mixed‑use development – Carried
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-2126 correcting Balmoral Estates RPUD language – Carried
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-2124 establishing code‑enforcement lien reduction procedure – Carried
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-2125 FY 2024‑2025 budget amendment – Carried
• Approved purchase of portable bypass pumps from Xylem Dewatering Solutions – Carried
• Approved Change Orders 6 and 8 for Fire Station/EOC project – Carried

Code Compliance

The Haines City Code Compliance Board will review 25 cases involving property code violations, including weeds, unpermitted structures, and vehicle storage. The meeting will also certify outstanding fines and administrative costs.

• Case 37988: Weeds at 340 Graham Park Drive West
• Case 37910: Unlicensed contractor work at Zambrano address
• Case 37743: Unresolved vehicle storage at 1515 Catbriar Way
• Case 37436: Unresolved premises identification at 1823 Pryor Avenue
• Case 36888: Unlawful structure at 2525 Scenic Highway South

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission workshop will review the FY2026 Budget Book and the Supplemental Budget Packet, both provided by Finance Director Omar DeJesus. No formal decisions are listed; the agenda items are for discussion only.

• FY2026 Budget Book – Proposed Workshop 7.23.25 (1).pdf
• Supplemental Budget Packet 7.23.25 (1).pdf

Commissioners reviewed the FY26 capital projects budget of $5,492,000, including fire apparatus, library funding, Myers Wiley Field, gymnasium repairs, and park Wi‑Fi. They agreed to prioritize critical and important items but did not adopt any formal approvals or rejections. The meeting was adjourned at 11:54 a.m.

Planning Commission

The Haines City Planning Commission will consider four ordinances to amend the land use and zoning designations for the Prince & Sons and Ford Family Trust properties. The staff recommends forwarding these items to the City Commission for approval.

• Prince & Sons: Land use amendment from RS to CC, zoning amendment from IND to CG
• Ford Family Trust: Land use amendment from A/RR to LDR, zoning amendment from A/RR to RPUD
• Ford Family Trust zoning amendment includes conditions on traffic study and construction timeline
• Approval of July 14, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes
• Meeting held at City Hall Commission Chambers, 620 E. Main Street

City Commission Meeting

The Haines City Commission will meet to approve minutes, a water line agreement, and a professional services amendment. The body will also consider several zoning map amendments and land use plan changes for properties including Lake Eva Estates and the Bridgemohan Property.

• Approve 6th Street Water Line Improvements agreement with Pennoni
• Approve Jones Edmunds professional services agreement amendment
• Consider zoning map amendment for Lake Eva Estates to R-1-AX
• Consider zoning map amendment for Bridgemohan Property to R-1-A
• Approve purchase of 11.6 acre vacant land on Johnson Avenue

The City Commission adopted the resolution to join the Polk County Local Mitigation Strategy. It also approved a major modification to the Scenic Terrace North RPUD, first‑reading zoning map amendments for Lake Eva Estates, Bridgemohan Property, and a recreation impact fee land purchase. Additional easements and a cost schedule for code compliance were approved.

• Approved Resolution No. 25-1885 to participate in Polk County Local Mitigation Strategy (carried)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-2105, major modification of Scenic Terrace North RPUD, second reading (carried)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-2111, zoning map amendment for Lake Eva Estates, first reading (carried)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-2112, zoning map amendment for Bridgemohan Property, first reading (carried)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-2113, small‑scale land use plan amendment for Bridgemohan Property, first reading (carried)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-1883 cost schedule for code compliance and red‑light hearing cases (carried)
• Approved acquisition of vacant land on Johnson Avenue using recreation impact fees (carried)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-1886 easement with Duke Energy at Massee Road (carried)

CRA Meeting

The Haines City Community Redevelopment Agency meeting on August 7, 2025 will review and potentially approve a revised 2024‑2025 Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program. The board will also discuss the Boys and Girls Club mural project, a grant request for 601 Haines Avenue, and a performance report for the grant program. New business includes a presentation from D‑Starling Consulting on community revitalization and an update on outstanding CRA projects.

• Revision to the 2024‑2025 Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program (review and approval)
• Boys and Girls Club mural project – approval of artist’s proposed theme
• Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program – 601 Haines Avenue (discussion of special consideration)
• Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program – June 2025 performance report (dashboard presentation)
• D‑Starling Consulting – Revitalizing Communities presentation

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission will meet for a workshop to review the proposed FY 2026 Budget Book. The session includes a discussion of a supplemental budget packet.

• FY 2026 Budget Book proposed workshop
• Supplemental Budget Packet dated 7.23.25

CRA Workshop

The Community Redevelopment Agency will meet to review calculations for FY2026 CRA increment revenue and district-specific allocations for Districts 327 and 328.

• FY2026 CRA Increment Revenue Calculation
• FY2026 CRA District 327 review
• FY2026 CRA District 328 review
• Staff contact: Alex Abraham, CRA Manager/Consultant

Red Light Camera

The City of Haines City will hold a Red Light Camera meeting on July 23, 2025 to hear testimony and evidence for five citation cases. The listed individuals are Scott Alan Dwyer, Bethany Carole Brown, Jose B German, Leonard Range Ott, and Mostafa Zamani Forooshani. The agenda includes a call to order, swearing‑in of witnesses, and approval of minutes before adjourning.

• Case for Scott Alan Dwyer – Notice No. 3032500118054
• Case for Bethany Carole Brown – Notice No. 3032500112040
• Case for Jose B German – Notice No. 3032500085956
• Case for Leonard Range Ott – Notice No. 3032500067244
• Case for Mostafa Zamani Forooshani – Notice No. 3032500086111

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission workshop on July 23, 2025 will present the FY2026 proposed budget. Staff will provide the FY2026 Budget Book and a supplemental budget packet for discussion. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation of FY2026 Budget Book – Proposed Workshop 7.23.25.pdf
• Supplemental Budget Packet 7.23.25.pdf

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission workshop will include a presentation from the Economic Development Council and a discussion on commissioner and mayor salaries. Staff will provide two documents: a commission and mayor salary summary and a commissioner pay study compilation. No formal items are selected for decision at this meeting.

• Update from the Economic Development Council
• Commissioner salary discussion
• Review of Commission and Mayor Salaries.pdf
• Review of Commissioner Pay Study - COMPILATION.pdf

City Commission Meeting

The July 17 City Commission meeting will vote on a consent agenda that includes two construction services agreements with Jones Edmunds and several cemetery deed recordings. Commissioners will also adopt a large‑scale land‑use amendment for the RWS Ranch Access property, adopt text changes to the Land Development Regulations, consider a major modification to the RPUD for Scenic Terrace North, and establish the proposed 2025/26 millage rate and budget hearing dates.

• Approve 3‑Mile Force Main Construction Services Agreement with Jones Edmunds
• Approve Lift Station No. 22 Construction Services Agreement with Jones Edmunds
• Adopt Ordinance No. 25‑2098 – Large‑Scale Land Use Amendment for RWS Ranch Access (reclassify from RL‑4 to MDR‑NR)
• Approve Ordinance No. 25‑2109 adjusting Mayor and City Commissioner compensation (first reading)
• Establish 2025/26 proposed millage rate and set public hearing dates for the budget

The Commission unanimously approved the consent agenda and adopted two land‑use ordinances (Ordinance 25‑2098 and 25‑2114). It also approved water‑service contracts with Jones Edmunds and a major RPUD modification for Scenic Terrace North. An amendment to the Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicles Ordinance passed with a 3‑1 vote, while the compensation ordinance was tabled. The proposed millage rate of 7.5895 mills and budget hearing dates (Sept. 4 and Sept. 18, 2025) were adopted unanimously.

• Consent agenda approved unanimously
• Ordinance 25‑2098 (Large‑Scale Land Use Amendment) adopted unanimously
• Ordinance 25‑2114 (LDR text amendments) adopted unanimously
• Ordinance 25‑2105 (Scenic Terrace North RPUD modification) approved unanimously
• Amendment to Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicles Ordinance approved (3‑1)
• Compensation ordinance (Ordinance 25‑2109) tabled unanimously
• Resolution 25‑1873 (Non‑Ad Valorem assessments) approved unanimously
• Millage rate set at 7.5895 mills and budget hearing dates scheduled, approved unanimously

CRA Workshop

The Haines City Community Redevelopment Agency board will hear three presentations: the FY 2026 CRA Increment Revenue Calculation and reports for Districts 327 and 328. No decisions or votes are listed for this meeting.

• Presentation: CRA Increment Revenue Calculation – FY 2026
• Presentation: FY26 CRA District 327 report
• Presentation: FY26 CRA District 328 report

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review three ordinances regarding zoning map amendments and a land use plan amendment. Staff recommends approval for all three items before forwarding them to the City Commission.

• Ordinance No. 25-2111: Zoning Map Amendment for Lake Eva Estates to R-1-AX
• Ordinance No. 25-2113: Small Scale Land Use Plan Amendment for Bridgemohan Property at 5283 Johnson Avenue East
• Ordinance No. 25-2112: Zoning Map Amendment for Bridgemohan Property at 5283 Johnson Avenue East to R-1-A

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission will meet for a workshop to discuss the city budget. Finance Director Omar DeJesus, CPA, is the staff contact for this item.

• Budget Workshop

Lakes Advisory Board

The Lakes Advisory Board will first approve the minutes from the January 14, 2025 meeting. It will then consider a budget update for signage around the city’s lakes, as presented by Public Works Superintendent Woodley Pierre. The meeting will also include board comments before adjourning.

• Approval of post‑meeting minutes from the January 14, 2025 Lakes Advisory Board meeting
• Discussion of a budget update for lakes signage

CRA Meeting

The Community Redevelopment Agency will approve the meeting minutes and then review several grant and funding items. Board members will discuss a revision to the 2024‑2025 Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program and consider a structural rehabilitation grant for 12 N 4th Street. They will also seek direction on a residential grant request for accessibility ramps at 800 Citrus Avenue, reallocate excess CRA funds, and review the proposed theme for a Boys and Girls Club mural.

• Revision to the 2024‑2025 Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program (old business)
• Approval of Structural Rehabilitation Grant request for 12 N 4th Street
• Discussion of Residential Rehabilitation Grant request for accessibility ramps at 800 Citrus Avenue
• Reallocation of CRA excess funds per Florida Statute 163.387(7)
• Approval of artist’s proposed theme for the Boys and Girls Club mural (Step It Up project)

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will open the meeting with a call to order. The agenda includes a notice of an attorney-client meeting concerning the case Anderson v. COHC. No other items or decisions are listed for this meeting.

• Call to order (no action)
• Notice of attorney-client meeting – Anderson v. COHC

City Commission Meeting

The Haines City Commission will consider the Anderson v City of Haines City settlement. A consent agenda will be voted on, covering items such as meeting minutes, cemetery deeds, and several contracts. New business includes several ordinances, fee resolutions, and agreements on infrastructure and services. The commission will also hear public comments and reports from the city manager, clerk, and attorney.

• Anderson v City of Haines City Settlement
• Modification to Interlocal Agreement with PCSO 2025‑2029 for police and fire dispatch
• Resolution No. 25‑1879 Fire Assessment Fee for fire protection services
• Resolution No. 25‑1874 Conditional Use to permit beer and wine sales at 950 Lily Avenue
• State Grant Funded Fiber contract with PCS for a multi‑agency fiber optic network

The City Commission adopted the non‑ad valorem fire assessment fee for fiscal year 2025‑2026, passing the resolution 4‑1. It also approved a conditional‑use permit to sell beer and wine at 950 Lily Avenue (4‑1) and authorized legal‑services contracts for PFAS litigation (4‑1) and insulin‑price‑fixing litigation (unanimous). The consent agenda items and two development ordinances were approved unanimously.

• Approved fire assessment fee (Resolution No. 25-1879), 4‑1 vote
• Approved beer and wine conditional‑use permit at 950 Lily Avenue (Resolution No. 25-1874), 4‑1 vote
• Approved PFAS litigation legal‑services contract (Resolution No. 25-1876), 4‑1 vote
• Approved insulin price‑fixing litigation legal‑services contract (Resolution No. 25-1878), unanimous
• Approved all consent‑agenda items (minutes, workshops, cemetery deeds, interlocal police/fire agreement, Aldi easement, administrative vehicle purchase, piggyback contract), unanimous
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 25-2105 (Scenic Terrace RPUD modification), unanimous
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 25-2114 (Land development text amendments), unanimous
• Approved stormwater assessment fee resolution (Resolution No. 25-1880), unanimous

Code Compliance

The Code Compliance Committee will review a series of code‑violation cases, certify citations and fines, and consider a request to reduce a lien of $70,169.09 for 1704 Martin Luther King Jr Way. The meeting also includes approval of the minutes from the previous session.

• Case 37736 – 1111 Peninsular Drive – parking violation complied on 05‑23‑25
• Case 37076 – 308 Bow Lane – unlawful structure still exists
• Citation #1213 for Jules Pierre Saint Fe – $50 fine, complied on 04‑08‑25
• Fine certification for case 37387 – 801 Kentucky Street – admin cost $34.20
• Request to reduce lien of $70,169.09 for 1704 Martin Luther King Jr Way to $3,574.09

Red Light Camera

The City Commission will hold a Red Light Camera meeting on June 25, 2025. Commissioners will hear six citation cases identified by notice numbers and the named individuals. The agenda also includes a call to order, swearing‑in of witnesses, and approval of the meeting minutes.

• Six citation cases: Notice 3032500090147 (Daniel A. Davis), 3032500066915 (Jose B. German), 3032500077797 (Leonard Range Ott), 3032500053855 (Scott W. Richmond), 3032500086558 (Pamela G. Struzzieri), 3032500090329 (Clonide Telfort)
• Approval of meeting minutes

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will vote on Ordinance No. 25-2098 to reclassify the RWS Ranch Access Property from County Residential Low 4 to City Medium Density Residential. They will also consider a conditional use request to allow beer and wine sales at 950 Lily Avenue. Additional items include amendments to grant agreements for stormwater improvements and water treatment plant upgrades, and the acceptance of a state grant for wastewater treatment expansion.

• Ordinance No. 25-2098 – Large Scale Land Use Amendment for RWS Ranch Access Property (RL-4 to MDR-NR)
• Resolution No. 25-1874 – Conditional Use to permit sale and serving of beer and wine at 950 Lily Avenue
• Amendment No. 1 to Grant Agreement NF093 – Stormwater Quality Improvements Project – Lake Tracy Rain Gardens
• Amendment No. 1 to SRF Loan Agreement DW530451 – Improvements to Water Treatment Plant No. 1 and No. 2
• Resolution No. 25-1875 – Acceptance of FDEP Grant Agreement QG021 for Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion and Upgrade

City Commission Workshop

The Haines City City Commission meeting on June 24, 2025 includes a discussion of Ordinance 25 XXXX, titled "Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicles." The commission will review the proposed ordinance but no vote or decision is indicated in the agenda. The item is listed under the Presentations and Discussions segment of the meeting.

• Food Truck Ordinance (Ordinance 25 XXXX) – discussion of mobile food dispensing vehicles

Commission members discussed the proposed mobile food truck ordinance and heard public comments about grandfathering and regulation. No vote or formal action was taken. The ordinance will be placed on the agenda for the July 17, 2025 commission meeting for further consideration.

City Commission Workshop

The Haines City Commission workshop will hold a presentation and discussion on Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). Staff will review demo rankings, a matrix comparison, a notice of intent to award, and an investment summary. No formal decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• ERP Demos_Final Ranking_3-24-2025.pdf
• ERP Demos_Matrix_3-24-2025.pdf
• Notice of Intent to Award_ERP 5-2-2025.pdf
• Haines City - Tyler BAFO - Investment Summary Final.pdf

The commission reviewed proposals for a new Enterprise Resource Planning system from Tyler Technologies and Central Square. Commissioners expressed mixed views on the recommendation to award the contract. The commission reached consensus to take no action on the vendor award and will revisit the decision later. No vote tally was recorded.

• Take no action on ERP vendor award (consensus to revisit later)

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission is meeting for a workshop to receive a budget presentation. Finance Director Omar DeJesus is the staff contact for this discussion.

• Budget Presentation

The City Commission held a budget workshop on June 24, 2025. Commissioners and staff presented capital‑improvement needs for FY 25/26, including requests from Planning, Parks, Fire, and Police departments. No votes, approvals, or denials were recorded. A follow‑up workshop was scheduled for July 14, 2025.

• Scheduled follow‑up budget workshop for July 14, 2025

Planning Commission

The Haines City Planning Commission will meet to accept post-meeting minutes, consider text amendments to Land Development Regulations Chapter 5, and vote on a major modification to the Scenic Terrace North RPUD.

• Accept minutes from April 14, 2025
• Ordinance No. 25-2105: Major Modification of RPUD for Scenic Terrace North
• Ordinance No. 25-2114: Text amendments to Land Development Regulations Chapter 5
• Staff Contact: Richard Greenwood, Development Services Director
• Staff Contact: April Brown, Planning Manager

City Commission Meeting

The Haines City Commission will consider several agenda items, including routine consent agenda approvals, an ordinance for the voluntary annexation of Prince and Sons property at 200 F Street, and multiple new business resolutions. Key actions include approving a Florida Department of Environmental Protection grant for a Comprehensive Vulnerability Assessment and Adaptation Plan, amending a grant for the Lift Station Resiliency project, accepting a quit‑claim deed for the Hartford Terrace lift station, and authorizing a 10‑foot utility easement for Duke Energy on Park Place Boulevard.

• Site Access Agreement with ESWS, L.P. for city‑owned property at Lee Jackson Highway West
• Ordinance No. 25‑2108 – voluntary annexation of Prince and Sons property at 200 F Street (second reading)
• Resolution No. 25‑1861 – approval of FDEP Grant Agreement No. 25PLN11 for a Comprehensive Vulnerability Assessment and Adaptation Plan
• Resolution No. 25‑1869 – amendment to Grant Agreement LPA0530 for the Lift Station Resiliency and Emergency Operational Improvements – Phase 1 project
• Resolution No. 25‑1871 – approval of a 10‑foot utility easement with Duke Energy Florida, LLC on Park Place Boulevard adjacent to the new Emergency Operations Center

The City Commission approved the consent agenda, including a site access agreement with ESWS, L.P. It also approved the voluntary annexation of Prince & Sons property and several grant‑related resolutions. Additional actions included a utility easement with Duke Energy and scheduling a special meeting and workshop to address the food‑truck ordinance.

• Approved site access agreement with ESWS, L.P. (consent agenda)
• Approved voluntary annexation of Prince & Sons property (Ordinance 25-2108)
• Approved FDEP Grant Agreement No. 25PLN11 for vulnerability assessment (Resolution 25-1861)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Grant Agreement LPA0530 for lift station resiliency (Resolution 25-1869)
• Approved Quit Claim Deed for Hartford Terrace CDD lift station (Resolution 25-1870)
• Approved 10‑foot utility easement with Duke Energy Florida, LLC at Park Place Blvd (Resolution 25-1871)
• Scheduled special meeting on June 24, 2025 and workshop at 7 PM to discuss food‑truck ordinance
• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, cemetery deeds, etc.)

CRA Meeting

The Community Redevelopment Agency will consider filling a board vacancy, discuss reallocation of CRA funds under Florida Statute 163.387(7), review the May 2025 performance report for the Residential Rehabilitation Grant, consider approval of a revised 2024-2025 Residential Rehabilitation Grant program, and discuss the Boys and Girls Club mural project. Decisions may be made on the board appointments, fund reallocation, grant program revision, and mural project theme.

• Board member appointment to fill vacancy per Ordinance 90-770 (Elyci Gonzalez, Ketorah Manuel)
• Discussion of reallocation of CRA financial funds per Florida Statute 163.387(7)
• Presentation of May 2025 performance report for the Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program
• Review and seek approval of the revised 2024-2025 Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program
• Approval request for the artist’s proposed theme for the Boys and Girls Club mural project

Code Compliance

The Special Magistrate will hear cases regarding city code violations, including illegal structures, vehicle parking, and water restrictions. The body will review compliance status and determine associated fines and administrative costs for the listed properties.

• Case 37659: Prohibited signs violation with a total amount due of $3,216.31
• Case 37346: Water restriction violations at 6147 Hammock Island Way with fines and costs totaling $375.43
• Case 37602: Water restriction violation at 4260 Deleon Street with fines and costs totaling $166.52
• Case 37568: Water restriction violation at 889 Ambleside Drive with fines and costs totaling $158.96
• Case 37387: Roof, drainage, and infestation violations at 801 Kentucky Street

Red Light Camera

The Haines City Commission will hold a meeting to consider a series of red light camera citation cases. Each case is identified by a notice number and the name of the cited individual. The agenda includes standard items such as call to order, swearing in of witnesses, approval of minutes, and adjournment.

• Review Notice Number 3032500047550 – Caleb Keawe
• Review Notice Number 3032500035704 – Nicole Jacobsen
• Review Notice Number 3032500035035 – Nicole Jacobsen
• Review Notice Number 3032500049663 – Steven Anthony Paolini
• Review Notice Number 3032500058128 – Camelia Fuentes Ruiz

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission workshop will include a presentation and discussion on residency district elections, referencing the memorandum titled "City Districts 02172025". No other agenda items are listed for decision or action.

• Residency District Elections Discussion (Memorandum City Districts 02172025)
• Call to Order
• Agenda Review
• Adjournment

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will discuss adjusting compensation for the Mayor and Commissioners. The body is also reviewing several property annexations and a budget amendment for the 2024-2025 fiscal year.

• Ordinance No. 25-2109: Adjusting Mayor and City Commissioner compensation
• Ordinance No. 25-2110: Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget Amendment No 2
• Voluntary annexations for Bridgemohan property (5283 Johnson Avenue East), Joel Massey Property (64 & 68 Joel Massey Road), and Prince and Sons (200 F Street)
• Resolution No. 25-1862: Final Plat for Crosswinds East Phase 2C
• Resolutions 25-1865, 25-1866, and 25-1867 regarding easements for the Polk Regional Water Cooperative (PRWC)

City Commission Meeting

The Haines City Commission meeting on May 1, 2025 includes a second‑reading vote on Ordinance No. 25‑2104 to amend Chapter 24, Section 24‑117 of the Code of Ordinances concerning multi‑modal transportation impact fees. The agenda also contains first‑reading votes on Ordinance No. 25‑2101 for a minor modification to the Sand Hill Shores RPUD, and on Ordinance No. 25‑2106 and Ordinance No. 25‑2107 for voluntary annexations of the Bridgemohan property at 5283 Johnson Avenue East and the Joel Massey property at 64 & 68 Joel Massey Road. Additional consent‑agenda items include approval of Addendum 1 to the Pennoni agreement for the 6th Street water line improvements and the approval of cemetery deeds. The meeting will also consider a first‑reading vote on Ordinance No. 25‑2110 to amend the FY 2024‑2025 budget to allocate excess funds for carry‑over projects.

• Second‑reading vote on Ordinance No. 25‑2104 to amend transportation impact fees (Chapter 24, Sec 24‑117)
• First‑reading vote on Ordinance No. 25‑2101 for minor modification to Sand Hill Shores RPUD
• First‑reading vote on Ordinance No. 25‑2106 for voluntary annexation of 5283 Johnson Avenue East (Bridgemohan property)
• First‑reading vote on Ordinance No. 25‑2107 for voluntary annexation of 64 & 68 Joel Massey Road
• Approval of Addendum 1 to the Pennoni agreement for the 6th Street water line improvements (consent agenda)

The commission reorganized its leadership, unanimously electing Morris West as mayor and approving Vernel Smith as vice‑mayor by a 3‑2 vote. The consent agenda was approved unanimously. Several ordinances—including a transportation impact‑fee amendment, a Sand Hill Shores RPUD modification, two voluntary annexations, and a FY 2024‑25 budget amendment—were each approved on first or second reading.

• Morris West appointed mayor (unanimous)
• Vernel Smith appointed vice‑mayor (3-2)
• Consent agenda approved (unanimous)
• Ordinance 25-2104 (transportation impact fees) adopted on second reading (unanimous)
• Ordinance 25-2101 (Sand Hill Shores RPUD modification) approved on first reading (unanimous)
• Ordinance 25-2106 (Bridgemohan property annexation) approved on first reading (unanimous)
• Ordinance 25-2107 (Joel Massey property annexation) approved on first reading (unanimous)
• Ordinance 25-2110 (FY 2024‑25 budget amendment) approved on first reading (unanimous)

Canvassing Board

The Canvassing Board will meet to review unofficial election results and process ballots. The board is scheduled to certify the final election results and determine the details for a post-election audit.

• Approval of minutes from April 1, April 8, and April 22, 2025
• Review of unofficial election results
• Processing and curing of ballots for final results
• Certification of election results
• Selection of precinct and scheduling for Post Election Audit

CRA Meeting

The Community Redevelopment Agency will vote on a budget amendment that reallocates excess funds for FY 2024‑2025. The board will also consider appointing new members, discuss fund reallocation under Florida Statute 163.387(7), and review several project proposals. Items include a marquee purchase for US 17/92, a geothermal heater/chiller for the Janet J. Smith Aquatic Facility, and an update to the 32‑acre Larry Parrish Park master plan.

• CRA Board Member Appointment to fill a vacancy (Ordinance 90‑770)
• Reallocation of CRA financial funds per Florida Statute 163.387(7)
• FY 2024‑2025 Budget Amendment No. 2 to assign excess funds
• Approval to purchase a marquee on US 17/92 (Quote 9377)
• Purchase of a geothermal heater/chiller system for the Janet J. Smith Aquatic Facility

City Commission Meeting

The Haines City Commission will hold a second reading of Ordinance No. 25-2109, which proposes adjustments to the compensation of the mayor and city commissioners. The ordinance will be voted on during the meeting. No other items are listed for discussion.

• Ordinance No. 25-2109 – Adjust mayor and city commissioner compensation (second reading)

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will meet to discuss and potentially approve Ordinance No. 25-2109. This ordinance concerns the adjustment of compensation for the Mayor and City Commissioners.

• Ordinance No. 25-2109: Adjusting Mayor and City Commissioner Compensation

Red Light Camera

The Haines City Commission will hear a series of red light camera citation cases listed by notice number and the name of each driver. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order, swearing in of witnesses, approval of minutes, and adjournment. No specific actions or decisions beyond hearing the cases are indicated in the agenda.

• Notice 3032500021704 – Samuel Joseph Archer
• Notice 3032500040803 – Hector O. Belen
• Notice 3032500042403 – June Kennen Blair
• Notice 3032500006804 – Jack Brian Garlit
• Notice 3032400243556 – Devendra Singh Kahlon

Code Compliance

The Haines City Code Compliance Committee will review numerous code violation cases, including motor vehicle, water restriction, garbage disposal, fence permit, and accessory structure violations, each with associated administrative costs. The committee will certify citations and fines for several properties, such as 325 13th Street North with total fines of $5,600 and administrative costs of $5,088.67. A request will be considered to reduce a lien of $18,936.31 on 803 24th Street North by 90% to $1,926.31, including a $36.31 administrative fee. The meeting will also approve the minutes and adjourn.

• Case 37001 – 2399 Crest Drive – Motor Vehicles violation, admin cost $33.15 (still exist)
• Case 37504 – 4269 Deleon Street – Water Restrictions violation, total fine $120.70
• Certification of citations for 325 13th Street North – total $5,088.67
• Certification of fines for 325 13th Street North – $5,600 accrued daily fines
• Request to reduce lien on 803 24th Street North – reduce $18,936.31 lien by 90% to $1,926.31, admin fee $36.31

CRA Meeting

The Community Redevelopment Agency will consider a grant request to fund structural rehabilitation of a commercial property at 137 N. 6th Street in Historic Downtown. The board will also review a revised 2024‑2025 Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program and discuss reallocation of CRA financial funds under Florida Statute 163.387(7). Additionally, the meeting includes appointment of new CRA board members and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• CRA Board Member Appointment to fill a vacancy per Ordinance 90‑770
• Structural Rehabilitation Grant Request for 137 N. 6th Street
• Revision to the 2024‑2025 Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program
• Reallocation of CRA financial funds per Florida Statute 163.387(7)
• Approval of minutes from the April 3, 2025 CRA meeting

City Commission Workshop

The Haines City City Commission will discuss commissioner compensation during the April 17, 2025 workshop. The discussion will review a memorandum (City Commission Compensation 03182025.pdf) and two ordinances (Ordinance 17-1574 and Ordinance 22-2026). No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Commissioner Compensation Discussion – review of Memorandum City Commission Compensation 03182025.pdf
• Ordinance 17-1574 – City Commission Compensation Ordinance
• Ordinance 22-2026 – City Commission Compensation Ordinance

City Commission Meeting

The Haines City Commission will vote on a contract award for red‑light and school‑zone speed detection cameras. They will also take the first reading of Ordinance No. 25‑2104, which amends Chapter 24, Sec. 24‑117 and Ordinance No. 22‑2015 on multi‑modal transportation impact fees. Consent agenda items include recent meeting minutes, cemetery deed records, and a piggyback contract for building‑inspector services. Several proclamations and presentations will be recognized before the business items.

• Contract award for RFP 24‑21 Red Light and School Zone Speed Detection Cameras
• Ordinance No. 25‑2104 – amendment to transportation impact fees (first reading)
• Consent agenda: Commission Meeting Minutes 03.20.25
• Consent agenda: Cemetery Deeds (Jamison, Jenkins, Libran, Negrón, Rosario‑Torres, Southward, Stone)
• Consent agenda: Agreement to piggyback contract services bid for Building Inspector and Plans Examiner

Planning Commission

The Haines City Planning Commission will meet to accept post-meeting minutes and consider Ordinance No. 25-2105, which proposes a major modification to the RPUD for Scenic Terrace North. The staff recommendation includes increasing the unit count by 27 and reducing recreation space, subject to specific site plan conditions.

• Accept post-meeting minutes from March 10, 2025
• Ordinance No. 25-2105: Major Modification of RPUD for Scenic Terrace North
• Staff recommends increasing units by 27 and reducing recreation space
• Recreational amenities must be detailed on site construction plans

Canvassing Board

The Canvassing Board will meet to review unofficial election results and process cure ballots. The board is scheduled to certify the final election results and determine the parameters for a post-election audit.

• Approval of March 25, 2025 Logic and Accuracy Testing minutes
• Review of unofficial election results
• Processing of cure ballots and tallying for final results
• Canvassing of precinct provisional ballots
• Certification of election results

City Commission Meeting

The Haines City City Commission will adopt items on the consent agenda, including March 20 meeting minutes and cemetery deed records. It will then consider three new business proposals: a large‑scale land‑use amendment (Ordinance No. 25-2098) to reclassify the RWS Ranch Access Property, an amendment to Grant Agreement I0126 for the wastewater treatment plant generator, and a loan commitment for Trinity Village, Ltd. The meeting also includes presentations, proclamations, and standard reports.

• Ordinance No. 25-2098 – Large Scale Land Use Amendment for RWS Ranch Access Property (state submittal)
• Resolution No. 25-1858 – Amendment No. 3 to Grant Agreement I0126 for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Generator
• Resolution No. 25-1860 – Authorize LGAO loan commitment and loan for Trinity Village, Ltd.
• Consent agenda items: March 20, 2025 Commission meeting minutes and cemetery deed documents
• Presentations and proclamations for Child Abuse Prevention Month and Autism Awareness

The Haines City Commission removed an incorrect minutes item from the consent agenda and approved cemetery deeds. It also adopted a large‑scale land‑use amendment reclassifying the RWS Ranch Access Property, amended the grant agreement for the wastewater treatment plant generator, and authorized a 2% interest loan for the Trinity Village low‑cost housing development. All actions were carried unanimously.

• Removed item 5a (incorrect March 20 minutes) from consent agenda – unanimous
• Approved cemetery deeds – unanimous
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-2098 large‑scale land‑use amendment for RWS Ranch Access Property – unanimous
• Approved Resolution No. 25-1858 amendment to Grant Agreement I-0126 for wastewater treatment plant generator – unanimous
• Approved Resolution No. 25-1860 loan authorization for Trinity Village (102 units) at 2% interest – unanimous

Red Light Camera

The Haines City Commission meeting on March 26, 2025 will consider a series of red light camera cases identified by notice numbers and the individuals or companies cited. After the case reviews, the commission will approve the minutes from the February 26, 2025 meeting. No other agenda items are listed.

• Case review – Notice Number 3032400208088 – Arnold, Dolmeshia Marlianne
• Case review – Notice Number 3032500007281 – Bonilla, Edgar
• Case review – Notice Number 3032400240537 – Goldchem LLC
• Case review – Notice Number 3032500033881 – Hicks, Deband G
• Approval of minutes from February 26, 2025

Code Compliance

The Code Compliance Committee will review dozens of inspection cases with associated administrative costs. It will certify citations and fines, including a $2,879.07 fine for case 35304 at 325 13th Street North. The board will consider a request to reduce a lien of $18,936.31 for 803 24th Street North. The meeting will also approve the February 26, 2025 minutes.

• Inspection case 36784 at 410 Lionel Way – weeds violation, admin cost $60.90
• Inspection case 36788 at 328 Florida Avenue West – window glazing violations, admin cost $33.75
• Certification of fines for case 35304 at 325 13th Street North – total $2,879.07
• Request for lien reduction for 803 24th Street North – lien $18,936.31, recommendation to reduce by 90% to $1,926.31
• Certification of citation for Faustin Walson – fine $50.00, total $107.61

City Commission Meeting

The Haines City Commission will consider items on the consent agenda, including meeting minutes, cemetery deed transfers, and two code‑enforcement lien reductions. It will vote on a resolution to amend the boundaries of the North Powerline Road Community Development District. It will also vote on a resolution to approve the final plat for Tarpon Bay Subdivision Phase 4.

• Resolution No. 25‑1857 – approve final plat for Tarpon Bay Subdivision Phase 4
• Resolution No. 25‑1856 – petition to amend boundaries of North Powerline Road Community Development District
• Reduction of Code Enforcement lien for 309 Villa Sorrento Circle
• Reduction of Code Enforcement liens for 1413 Polk City Road
• Cemetery deed transfers listed on the consent agenda

City Commission Workshop

The Haines City Commission will hold a workshop on March 20, 2025 to discuss a school speed‑zone detection system and to review the Request for Proposals (RFP 24‑21) and associated bid tabulation documents. Staff contacts are City Manager Jim Elensky for the speed‑zone system and Finance Director Omar DeJesus for the RFP. No formal decisions are indicated on the agenda.

• School Speed Zone Detection System – ORD 24‑2082 (staff contact: Jim Elensky, City Manager)
• RFP 24‑21 and bid tabulation – includes memorandum, RFP document, bid tabulation, and two addenda (staff contact: Omar DeJesus, Finance Director)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will first approve the minutes from its December 11, 2024 and January 8, 2025 meetings. After that, the board will hold a discussion on the Parks and Recreation program's marketing efforts. No other action items are listed on the agenda.

• Approve minutes for the December 11, 2024 Parks and Recreation Board meeting
• Approve minutes for the January 8, 2025 Parks and Recreation Board meeting
• Discussion – Parks and Recreation Program Marketing

Lakes Advisory Board

The Lakes Advisory Board will consider a motion to approve the minutes from its January 14, 2025 meeting. It will then receive a budget update concerning signage for the city’s lakes. The agenda also provides time for board comments before adjourning.

• Approve minutes from the January 14, 2025 Lakes Advisory Board meeting
• Review a budget update for lakes signage (new business)
• Board comments (open discussion)
• Adjournment

CRA Meeting

The Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to discuss and seek approval for revisions to the 2024-2025 Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program. The board will also review a performance report for the same program and establish the 2025 monthly meeting schedule.

• Approval of revised 2024-2025 Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program
• Presentation of Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program performance dashboard
• Establishment of 2025 CRA Board monthly meeting dates

Planning Commission

The Haines City Planning Commission will elect a Chair and Vice‑Chair. It will also consider forwarding Ordinance No. 25-2098, a large‑scale land‑use amendment that reclassifies the RWS Ranch Access Property from County Residential Low 4 (RL‑4) to City Medium Density Residential (MDR‑NR). The staff recommendation is to send the amendment request to the City Commission for approval.

• Vote to appoint a Chair and Vice‑Chair for the Planning Commission
• Ordinance No. 25-2098 – Large Scale Land Use Amendment for RWS Ranch Access Property, changing RL‑4 to MDR‑NR

City Commission Meeting

The Haines City Commission will consider several ordinances, including a Large‑Scale Land Use Amendment that reclassifies the RWS Ranch property from low‑density to medium‑density residential. They will also review a de‑annexation of three parcels south of Salisbury Avenue, a smoking and vaping ban in public parks, and a street‑closure and re‑routing proposal affecting portions of 7th Street. In addition, the commission will approve a contract award for red‑light and school‑zone speed detection cameras. Items on the consent agenda will be approved in a single motion.

• Ordinance No. 24-2091 – Large‑Scale Land Use Amendment for RWS Ranch property (LDR‑NR to MDR‑NR)
• Ordinance No. 25-2100 – De‑annexation of three real‑estate parcels (second reading)
• Ordinance No. 25-2102 – Prohibit smoking or vaping in public parks (second reading)
• Ordinance No. 25-2103 – Closure and re‑routing of portions of 7th Street (second reading)
• Contract award for RFP 24-21 Red Light and School Zone Speed Detection Cameras

Community Engagement

The agenda for this meeting consists only of procedural boilerplate to start and adjourn the session.

Code Compliance

The Code Compliance body will review multiple property violations involving parking, sanitation, and structures. The meeting includes requests to reduce significant property liens and the certification of fines for non-compliance.

• Lien reduction recommendation for 1413 Polk City Road from $319,141.71 to $16,091.71
• Lien reduction recommendation for 309 Villa Sorrento Circle from $49,364.07 to $4,994.07
• Certification of $2,323.27 in fines for 1001 Ronlin Street
• Certification of $1,969.16 in fines for Lowry Avenue
• Certification of $636.31 in fines for 4389 Deleon Street

Red Light Camera

The Haines City Commission meeting on February 26, 2025 will include a hearing of ten red light camera citation cases. Each listed notice number and name will be presented for testimony. No other actions or decisions are indicated on the agenda.

• Case Notice #3032400256699 – Christopher John Crowley
• Case Notice #3032500001458 – Susan Darlene Drake
• Case Notice #3032400210035 – Jose Tony Hernandez
• Case Notice #3032400238119 – Anthony Illiano
• Case Notice #3032500014758 – Jessica Rena Radell

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission will meet for a workshop focused on the Haines City Mobility Fee Update. Bill Oliver, P.E. is scheduled to present on the topic.

• Haines City Mobility Fee Update – Workshop No. 2

City Commission Meeting

The Haines City Commission will meet to approve ordinances on smoking in public parks, street closures, and de-annexation, along with construction contracts and zoning changes.

• Ordinance banning smoking in public parks
• Ordinance closing 7th Street and re-routing traffic
• Ordinance de-annexing three real estate parcels
• Contract amendment with JF Construction for Haines City Hall Annex
• Engineering agreement with CHA Consulting for Water Treatment Plant 2

CRA Meeting

The Haines City Community Redevelopment Agency will adopt its 2025 monthly meeting schedule, consider approval of the updated 32‑Acre Park Master Plan, review and potentially approve revisions to the 2024‑2025 Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program, and receive a February 2025 performance report on that grant program.

• Approve the updated 32‑Acre Park Master Plan (item 3.b)
• Review and seek approval for the revised 2024‑2025 Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program (item 3.c)
• Present the February 2025 performance report for the Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program (item 3.d)
• Adopt the 2025 CRA Board monthly meeting dates (item 3.a)

Lakes Advisory Board

The Lakes Advisory Board will consider approval of the January 14, 2025 meeting minutes. The board will receive a budget update on signage for the city’s lakes. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as call to order and adjournment.

• Approval of January 14, 2025 meeting minutes (Post-Meeting Minutes - LAB_Jan14_2025)
• Lakes signage – budget update (staff contact: Deputy Public Works Director Larmar Cliett)

Red Light Camera

The City of Haines City is convening a meeting to hear 10 specific red light camera cases. The proceedings include the swearing in of persons to testify and the review of individual notice numbers.

• Case 3032400201562 (Jared Bennett)
• Case 3032400226247 (Angie Domenech Lugo)
• Case 3032400185211 (Anthony William Franco)
• Case 3032400184883 (Donita Mechele Giles)
• Case 3032400243028 (Sara Gordillo)

Code Compliance

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. There are no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed.

City Commission Meeting

The Haines City Commission will vote on several items, including a consent agenda for the city attorney invoice, a change order for water‑treatment plant improvements, cemetery deed recordings, and approval of prior meeting minutes. Old business includes a second‑reading vote on Ordinance No. 24‑2092 to annex Tenold Holdings properties and other parcels along US 27. New business features first‑reading votes on annexation of RWS Ranch access, a minor CPUD amendment for Oakridge Plaza, a utility easement for Duke Energy, a right‑of‑way maintenance agreement, an emergency centrifuge rental, and a Dell computer purchase.

• Approve Change Order No. 6 for Water Treatment Plant Improvements contract with CenState Contractors, Inc.
• Approve Ordinance No. 24‑2092 for voluntary annexation of Tenold Holdings properties and involuntary annexation along US 27 (second reading)
• Approve Ordinance No. 24‑2096 for voluntary annexation of RWS Ranch property access (first reading)
• Approve Ordinance No. 25‑2099 for minor modification to the Oakridge Plaza CPUD zoning amendment
• Approve Resolution No. 25‑1847 granting a utility easement to Duke Energy Florida, LLC for the Public Safety Command Center

City Commission Workshop

The Haines City City Commission will hold a workshop on Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. The agenda includes a presentation and discussion of the Haines City Mobility Fee update. No other items are listed for decision. The meeting is open to the public and provides ADA accommodations.

• Presentation: Haines City Mobility Fee Update (PDF attachment)
• Agenda review
• Adjournment

Lakes Advisory Board

The Lakes Advisory Board will consider approving the post‑meeting minutes from the November 12, 2024 session. It will also discuss edits to a flyer, reviewing two attached documents. The meeting includes time for public comments, board comments, and adjournment.

• Approve minutes – LAB_Nov12_2024_English.pdf
• Edit discussion of flyer – review Edit Discussion of Flyer.pdf and Flyer Edit.pdf
• Public comments
• Board comments
• Adjournment

City Commission Meeting

The commission will vote to approve a Construction Manager‑at‑Risk (CMAR) contract with JF Construction Management Services, LLC for the Haines City Hall Annex. It will also consider preliminary plat approval for White Clay Phase 1 & 2, a replat of the First Park Industrial subdivision, a conditional use change for Sip Haines City to become a full‑service bar at 21 6th Street North, and the purchase of new A/V equipment for the library community room.

• Approve CMAR Construction Services Contract with JF Construction Management Services, LLC
• Approve Resolution 24‑1829 – White Clay Phase 1 & 2 Preliminary Plat
• Approve Resolution 24‑1846 – First Park Industrial Replat
• Approve Resolution 25‑1845 – Conditional Use to change Sip Haines City wine bar to full‑service bar at 21 6th St N
• Approve purchase of replacement A/V equipment for the Library community room

CRA Meeting

The Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to discuss rebranding and changes to grant administration. The board will consider a specific rent subsidy for a local business and a proposal to change the CRA Manager's spending authority.

• Proposed authorization for CRA Manager to approve up to $50,000.00 per grant/incentive
• Rent subsidy request not to exceed $3,000.00 for Brick Heads, Inc. at 610 Ingraham Avenue
• Proposed termination of the Business Assistance-Rent Subsidy incentive
• Approval of CRA logo, slogan, and mission statement rebrand

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to discuss the current fee schedule. This discussion is led by Parks and Recreation Director Terrell Griffin.

• Discussion of Fee Schedule (4.27.2021).pdf