The City Commission meeting included several proclamations honoring local individuals and recognizing various causes, such as Disability Voting Rights Week, National IT Professionals Day, Constitution Week, and Suicide Prevention and Action Month. The Commission held public hearings and adopted resolutions for the final fire protection assessment rates and stormwater improvement and service assessment rates for the upcoming fiscal year. Additionally, the Commission adopted the tentative general millage rate for the 2026 tax year and a resolution establishing a Community Redevelopment Advisory Committee.
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The meeting featured several presentations, including an award recognition, updates on economic development initiatives, and reports on community beautification and local projects. City officers presented departmental updates and discussed setting the millage rate for the upcoming fiscal year. The Commission approved a contract for a feasibility study for a new Fire Rescue headquarters and training facility. Additionally, the Commission adopted resolutions authorizing loan applications and agreements for clean water and drinking water state revolving fund projects.
Apr 29, 2026·Board meeting
Bartow Community Redevelopment Agency Meeting
The board discussed several key projects including the Community Policing Innovation Program, the construction of an Innovation Center, and a concept design for a Main Street streetscape project. Funding allocations were reviewed and approved for various grant and incentive programs. Additionally, the board approved an $18 million budget resolution and considered business retention tools and revisions to small business incentive programs. Members also discussed a community housing repair initiative and acknowledged the departure of a board member.
Feb 25, 2026·Board meeting
Community Redevelopment Agency Regular Meeting
The board discussed the Community Redevelopment Agency's Three-Year Strategic Work Plan, focusing on four primary pillars: property acquisition and construction, district activation and placemaking, commercial and public spaces redevelopment, and residential redevelopment. Key initiatives include inventorying vacant and underutilized parcels, implementing community policing and code compliance strategies, expanding business retention and grant programs, and advancing workforce housing initiatives. The board also reviewed financial reports and evaluated strategies for maximizing community impact through redevelopment projects.
