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Water & utilities in Florida local government

What Florida city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about water & utilities — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.

2,027 Florida meetings since 2024 covered water & utilities. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.

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Gainesville, FL · Mon Dec 7, 2026 · Joint Water and Climate Policy Board

No agenda items listed; meeting appears procedural

The Joint Water and Climate Policy Board agenda for Dec 7, 2026 contains no specific items. It only shows generic placeholders and no decisions, contracts, or proposals. No substantive topics are identified in the agenda.

Marco Island, Florida · Thu Jul 23, 2026 · Waterways Advisory Committee

Committee will consider changes to the city fertilizer ordinance

The Waterways Advisory Committee will vote on the election of a Vice‑Chair and approve the agenda and minutes from the May 21 meeting. It will discuss old business and then move to new business, including a proposed code change to the City of Marco Island fertilizer ordinance and a proposal for canal access for…

Martin County, Florida · Thu Jul 23, 2026 · Rio Neighborhood Advisory Committee

Staff will present proposed Rio Dixie Highway crosswalk locations for feedback

The Rio Neighborhood Advisory Committee will review several updates and proposals. Staff will present the proposed crosswalk locations on Dixie Highway and discuss engineering constraints. They will also share the conceptual design for the Dixie Highway streetscape and Civic Center project, the status of the Rio…

Milton, Florida · Thu Jul 23, 2026 · City Council

Milton City Council to discuss wastewater plant financing and Highway 90 land donation

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss financing options for the Wastewater Treatment Plant and Effluent Disposal System. Members will also consider a request from Santa Rosa County to donate parcels for the Highway 90 widening project.

Collier County, Florida · Thu Jul 23, 2026 · Hearing Examiner

Hearing Examiner to review utility expansion and land use petitions

The Hearing Examiner will consider four petitions regarding conditional use, parking exemptions, and building variances. Decisions will be rendered within 30 days and may be appealed to the Board of County Commissioners.

New Smyrna Beach, Florida · Wed Jul 22, 2026 · City Commission Special Meeting

City Commission sets tax rates and stormwater fees for 2027

The City Commission will consider setting the maximum millage rates for the 2027 operating levy and the I&S 2018 levy, approve preliminary fire rescue assessment rates, and conduct a first reading on increasing the stormwater fee.

Panama City Beach, Florida · Wed Jul 22, 2026 · City Council

Council will vote on revised planning and zoning fees and several utility purchases

The Panama City Beach City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes purchases for the Utilities Department, such as a tilt‑bed trailer for $34,194, two Atlas Copco pumps for $133,903, a $60,000 counteroffer to Captain Jack’s Family Buffet, a professional services agreement up to $50,000, and a $381,640…

Cape Coral, Florida · Wed Jul 22, 2026 · City Council – Regular Meeting

City Council approves $1.16 M police body‑worn camera software contract

The Cape Coral City Council will adopt a consent agenda that includes several resolutions and ordinances. Key decisions involve a $1,155,070.38 sole‑source contract for police body‑worn camera software, a $503,600 property purchase for a roundabout at NE 24th Avenue and Diplomat Parkway East, and a $596,144 gas…

Port St. Lucie, Florida · Wed Jul 22, 2026 · City Council Workshop

City Council to review utility rates and road projects

The Port St. Lucie City Council will hold a workshop to discuss updates on capital improvement projects, including road widening and repaving, as well as potential adjustments to utility rates and fees.

Umatilla, Florida · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · General

Umatilla City Council to vote on stormwater and solid waste fees

The City Council will consider final readings for ordinances regarding stormwater fee collection and solid waste special assessments. The body is also reviewing several rezoning requests and a property acquisition at 86 East Orange Lane.

Mount Dora, Florida · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · City Council Regular Session

City Council to set 2026-27 budget millage rate

The City Council will consider adopting the maximum millage rate for the Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget and approve a public works truck purchase. The meeting also includes a presentation on a stormwater revenue study and updates on community projects.

Polk County, Florida · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · Board of County Commissioners

Board to approve road contracts and set millage rates for FY 26/27

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

North Bay Village, Florida · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · Regular Village Commission Meeting

North Bay Village to vote on site prep for new Village Hall and Public Safety Complex

The Village Commission will consider several resolutions including a contract for site preparation at the Village Hall/Public Safety Complex and a partnership for the Treasure Island Sponge Park. The body will also review reports on code compliance, traffic enforcement, and community engagement.

Winter Haven, Florida · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · City Commission Meeting

City Commission to consider 2050 Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map

The City Commission will hold public hearings on the 2050 Winter Haven Comprehensive Plan and the 2050 Future Land Use Map Series. The body is also considering updates to industrial pretreatment ordinances and a water facility task order.

West Melbourne, Florida · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · City Council

Council to pause data center permits and set new development regulations

The West Melbourne City Council will vote on a resolution to suspend processing of data‑center applications for six months and direct staff to create requirements, regulations, and processes for such projects. Other items include vacating a 20‑foot public utility easement east of Interstate 95, adopting a…

Largo, Florida · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · City Commission

City Commission to set FY 2027 property tax rate and approve major insurance contracts

The Largo City Commission will vote on the proposed property tax rate and schedule the first public hearing for the FY 2027 budget. It will also renew several citywide insurance policies, including a $17,454,447 group medical plan. Ordinances updating wastewater discharge permit fees and temporary certificate of…

Coral Gables, Florida · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · Coral Gables Waterfront Communities HOA Board

Board discusses e-bike legislation and shoreline guide updates

The Coral Gables Waterfront Communities HOA Board will meet to discuss a vetoed state bill regarding e-bikes and an update on a living shoreline guide. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

Brevard County, Florida · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · Brevard County Board of County Commissioners

Brevard County to vote on proposed FY 2026-2027 ad valorem millages

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on property tax millages and the sunsetting of the Barefoot Bay Water & Sewer District. The body is also considering a loan of up to $17 million for the Environmental Endangered Lands Program.

Miami Lakes, Florida · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · Regular Council Meeting

Council to approve $1.56 M developer contribution for senior center

The Town Council will hold its regular meeting on July 21, 2026 at the Government Center. Items include first‑reading ordinances to amend utility facility regulations and special taxing district procedures, a budget amendment approving a $1,560,000 developer contribution for the senior center project, and a…

Islamorada, Village of Islands, Florida · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · General

Committee to discuss near-shore water regulations and marine sanctuary updates

The Near Shore Water Regulation Citizens Advisory Committee will meet to review committee minutes, discuss water management strategies, and receive updates from the Sheriff's Office and the National Marine Sanctuary.

Clearwater, Florida · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · Community Development Board

CDB to consider flexible development at Carlouel Yacht Club

The Community Development Board will meet to approve minutes from a previous session and consider a Level Two application for flexible development at the Carlouel Yacht Club. The agenda includes a reminder about the date of the next meeting.

Lake Placid, Florida · Mon Jul 20, 2026 · Town Council

Council will consider the FY 2026‑2027 millage rate and key ordinances

The Lake Placid Town Council meeting on July 20, 2026 will discuss several public‑hearing items, including text amendments for temporary shelters, lot frontage and setback requirements, and home occupations. The council will also consider the proposed FY 2026‑2027 millage rate, a septic‑to‑sewer agreement with the…

Bartow, Florida · Mon Jul 20, 2026 · City Commission

City Commission sets 2026-27 millage rate and considers water infrastructure loans

The Bartow City Commission will set the fiscal year 2026-27 millage rate and consider two State Revolving Fund loan applications for water and wastewater infrastructure. The meeting also includes presentations on economic development and beautification awards.

Bartow, Florida · Mon Jul 20, 2026 · City Commission

City Commission will consider two state revolving fund water loan resolutions.

The Bartow City Commission meeting on July 20, 2026 includes consideration of two resolutions authorizing applications for State Revolving Fund loans for clean water (CWSRF) and drinking water (DWSRF) projects. The commission will also approve a contract with the Lunz Group, Inc. for a feasibility study of the Fire…

Gulf Breeze, Florida · Mon Jul 20, 2026 · City Council Regular Meeting

Council to approve $6M industrial bond, $199,706 water line contract, and other items

The Gulf Breeze City Council will consider Resolution No. 20-2026 to issue up to $6,000,000 in industrial development revenue bonds for A2Z Builders Depot LLC. It will also vote on a special event application for the Buggy Worx Sleigh Ride Golf Cart Parade on December 13, 2026, extend the legal services agreement with…

Gulf Breeze, Florida · Mon Jul 20, 2026 · City Council Budget Workshops- General Fund & Enterprise Funds - 20 Jul 2026 2:30 PM

City Council reviews FY 2026‑27 budget with 17% cut and no tax increase

The Gulf Breeze City Council held a two‑part budget workshop to examine the draft FY 2026‑27 General Fund and Enterprise Fund plans. The proposed budget shows a 17.3% decline in both revenue ($12,179,478) and operating expenditures ($9,349,095) and keeps the millage rate at 1.9723 with no increase. Capital spending…

Atlantic Beach, Florida · Mon Jul 20, 2026 · Budget Workshop

Atlantic Beach to hold 2026-27 Budget Workshop

The City Commission will discuss the 2026-27 budget overview. The workshop includes reviews of Public Utilities and the Police Department, as well as the implications of a Homestead Property Tax constitutional amendment.

Deltona, Florida · Mon Jul 20, 2026 · City Commission

City Commission to set FY 2026‑27 maximum property tax millage rate at $6.70 per $1,000

The Deltona City Commission will vote on a maximum millage rate of $6.7000 per $1,000 assessed value for fiscal year 2026‑27. It will also consider resolutions establishing maximum assessment rates for solid waste ($287.76 per residential unit), stormwater ($210.00 per equivalent residential unit), and other special…

Edgewater, Florida · Mon Jul 20, 2026 · City Council

First reading of ordinance setting charter ballot language

The City Council will hold a first reading of Ordinance 2026-O-18 proposing charter ballot language and a public hearing on Resolution 2026-R-25 setting the fire assessment fee for FY27. The consent agenda includes a purchase of a replacement rotating assembly for the wastewater treatment plant. Other business items…

Marco Island, Florida · Mon Jul 20, 2026 · City Council

Council to vote on $2.45M contract for Public Works facility construction

The City Council will consider several contracts, including a $2.45 million award for a new Public Works facility and agreements totaling over $4.6 million for the Caxambas Court bridge reconstruction. Other items include fee amendments for the farmers market, purchase orders for stormwater and sewer work, and a…

Punta Gorda, Florida · Fri Jul 17, 2026 · Pre-Agenda City Council

City Council to consider tentative special assessment levies for FY 2026-2027

The City Council is meeting to discuss tentative annual special assessment levies for canal maintenance and lot mowing districts. The body will also consider several contract awards and the nomination of Gilchrist Park to the National Register of Historic Places.

Lake Placid, Florida · Thu Jul 16, 2026 · Town Council

Council to consider revisions to Chapter 135 wastewater code

At a joint Town Council and Regional Utility Advisory Commission workshop, members will hear a presentation from the Florida Rural Water Association and review utility grant opportunities. The meeting will also address two regional utility matters: a sewer connection request from the Church of the Nazarene and…

Clearwater, Florida · Thu Jul 16, 2026 · City Council

Council to consider 30-year Duke Energy franchise agreement

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on a 30-year franchise agreement with Duke Energy for electric services, set a tentative millage rate of 5.8850 mills for the next fiscal year, and consider a development agreement for the Palm Pavilion Hotel allocating 91 hotel density units. The consent agenda…

Ponce Inlet, Florida · Thu Jul 16, 2026 · Town Council

Ponce Inlet Council to consider new townwide stormwater utility

The Town Council will discuss creating a townwide stormwater utility and assessment program. The body is also considering a proposed millage rate for Fiscal Year 2026/2027 and updates to noise and outdoor entertainment regulations.

Clearwater, Florida · Thu Jul 16, 2026 · Council Work Session

Clearwater council to review finalists for city attorney position

The Clearwater City Council will hold a special work session to discuss and review the finalists for the City Attorney position. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, July 16, 2026, at 1:30 PM at the Main Library Council Chambers.

Palmetto Bay, Florida · Tue Jul 14, 2026 · Virtual Committee of the Whole Workshop

Palmetto Bay workshop to discuss stormwater program and public safety district

The Village Council and administration will receive updates on the stormwater program. The body will also discuss the Public Safety District as a dependent special district.

Holly Hill, Florida · Tue Jul 14, 2026 · City Commission

City Commission to consider rezoning for 988 3rd Street

The City Commission will hold public hearings on a rezoning request for 988 3rd Street and an amendment for Fox Pointe. The body will also discuss stormwater utility assessments and a grant application for Ross Point Heritage Park & Scenic Observation Pier.

North Bay Village, Florida · Tue Jul 14, 2026 · Sustainability and Resiliency Task Force

Task Force to review stormwater and reef tile projects

The Sustainability and Resiliency Task Force will approve minutes from a previous meeting and receive updates on the Stormwater Masterplan and the Reef Tiles Installation Project at Vogel Park.

Winter Haven, Florida · Tue Jul 14, 2026 · City Commission Meeting

Winter Haven Commission to discuss commissioner compensation and utility agreements

The City Commission will review a consent agenda featuring multiple utility and infrastructure contracts. The body will also discuss compensation for commissioners and the appointment of legal counsel for matters involving Blue Line Aviation, LLC.

Lauderhill, Florida · Tue Jul 14, 2026 · Public Hearing - Preliminary Rate Assessments

Lauderhill to hold public hearing on preliminary rate assessments

The City Commission will hold a limited agenda meeting to discuss several preliminary rate assessments for fiscal year 2027. The body is reviewing special assessment rates for neighborhood improvement districts, stormwater, garbage, and fire rescue services.