Big Cypress Stewardship District

The agenda includes organizational matters such as the administration of the oath of office to new board members, the certification of election results, and the redesignation of district officers. Key business and finance matters involve the disclosure of public financing for bonds, a fee increase proposal, and the public hearing to adopt the annual budget and assessment roll for the upcoming fiscal year. Additionally, the meeting will cover the review and acceptance of the audit report, ratification of excavation work agreements and funding requests, the declaration of special assessments for Star Farms, and various reports from the District Counsel, Manager, Engineer, and President.

The agenda for the meeting includes organizational matters such as confirming a quorum and public comment periods. Finance matters involve consideration of the 2nd Series 2026 Assessment Area (Two) and a related delegation award resolution. Business items focus on resolutions concerning the intent to accept long-term maintenance of Rural Lands West compensatory mitigation and the ratification, confirmation, and approval of the sale of the District's Series 2026 Bonds. A public hearing is scheduled for the adoption of the District's Buildout Budget. Other business includes consideration of matters relating to the Interlocal Agreement with Collier County and ratification of Fiscal Year 2025 goals, objectives, and performance measures. Financial position review and staff reports are also scheduled.

The agenda for this special board meeting includes organizational matters such as confirmation of a quorum and a public comment period. Finance matters involve the consideration of Resolution 2026-01, the Supplemental Assessment Resolution. Business matters focus on Resolution 2026-02, declaring intent to accept longterm maintenance of stormwater system and conservation areas, and the consideration of proposals for the Town of Big Cypress Phase 2 Utilities, Town Interconnecting Road, and Offsite Road Improvements, including a review of scoring sheets and bid comparison totals. The board will also ratify funding requests Nos. 256 - 268 and review the District's financial position and budget to actual year-to-date.

This document outlines the goals, objectives, and performance measures for the Big Cypress Stewardship District for the period of October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025. It focuses on two primary areas: Community Communication and Engagement, which includes ensuring compliance with public meeting requirements, timely notices, and accessible public records; and Financial Transparency and Accountability, covering the preparation and approval of annual budgets, publication of financial reports, and conducting independent financial audits. The plan aims to ensure operational transparency, public accessibility, and fiscal responsibility.