Debra S. Girard

The board audited and approved claims for the General, Road, Inheritance Tax, and Weed funds. The board reviewed and approved the County Jail Report for March and received fee reports from various county offices. Additionally, the board received an update on Road Department projects, including progress on the Polk SE bridge, repairs on the 130th Road grading project, equipment status, and the continuation of the Shelby North overlay project.

The Board of County Commissioners reviewed and audited claims, authorizing warrants against various county funds including General, Road, Senior Citizens Service, Inheritance Tax, and Weed Funds. The board also approved additional county matching funds for mental health and substance use disorder services for the upcoming fiscal year. A special designated permit was granted for the sale and service of alcohol at the Polk County Fairgrounds. Furthermore, the board authorized the execution of construction contract documents for the Polk Southeast bridge project, which was awarded to The Diamond Engineering Co. Lastly, the board received updates regarding road department operations and project timelines, including bridge construction and road grading activities, and reviewed a recommendation concerning the closure of a section of W Road.

The Board of County Commissioners reviewed and audited claims against various county funds. They authorized a service agreement with the BraveBe Child Advocacy Center for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The Board discussed proposals regarding the county's firewall and access points, opting to table action until further information is received. A survey of the Wesley Chapel Cemetery was reviewed, highlighting property line discrepancies. Additionally, a public hearing was conducted regarding the possible vacation of a portion of W Road. The Highway Superintendent provided updates on road department projects, including motor grader maintenance, asphalt work, and bridge construction progress. Finally, the Board reviewed the county employee benefit package and discussed potential adjustments.

The board authorized three-year agreements for fire protection equipment inspections for the Courthouse and Sheriff's Office. A special designated permit was approved for an alcohol-serving function at the Polk County Fairgrounds. The board received updates on hospital financial performance, clinic operations, and building infrastructure, and initiated a review of county employee benefits. Additionally, the board set a public hearing date to consider vacating a specific portion of a county road and reviewed reports on ongoing Road and Weed Department activities, including bridge maintenance and seasonal vegetation management preparations.

The board approved the annual report for the City of Osceola's TIF program and tabled action on service and equipment orders from Vyve Broadband and Applied Connective. Representatives provided updates on hospital operations, including financial performance, facility maintenance, and clinic services. Annual reports were presented by Apace and Region 5 Systems regarding funding and crisis transportation services. The board approved the vacation of a portion of County Road W. Road and weed department updates were provided, covering ongoing construction, maintenance, and weed management activities. The County Attorney discussed initiating a quiet title action for the Wesley Chapel Cemetery. The board held an executive session to discuss personnel matters with no formal action taken.