Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Lindsey Barwick’s organization
Sep 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Hardee County Board Of County Commissioners Tentative Budget Public Hearing
The Board of County Commissioners conducted a public hearing focused on the tentative budget for the upcoming fiscal year. Key actions included the adoption of Resolution 2026-51, which established the tentative millage rate, and Resolution 2026-52, which set the tentative operating and capital outlay budget. Additionally, the Board approved Resolution 2026-53 and Resolution 2026-54 regarding final fire rescue and solid waste assessments, respectively. Public comment was invited and received during the session.
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Hardee County Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The board addressed a variety of items including a consent agenda covering an interlocal agreement for recreation complex operations, acceptance of donated equipment, state library grants, operating amendments, and change orders for road and bridge repairs. Significant action items approved included the extension of the 2026 tax roll, an interlocal agreement with the Sheriff's Office for fire rescue emergency communications services, a $15 million line of credit with Crews Bank & Trust, and a franchise agreement with Hardee County Disposal. Additionally, the commissioners engaged in discussions regarding South Hammock Road, library services, and signage amendments.
Aug 20, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Hardee County Board Of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Board approved a proclamation recognizing the SAFE Program. The consent agenda included approval of an interlocal agreement for the Hardee County Strategic Plan, resolutions for Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity for emergency and non-emergency transportation services, acceptance of grants from the Department of Environmental Protection and the Department of Law Enforcement, and the approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Hardee County Fair. Key business agenda items included the acceptance of the Hardee County Vulnerability Assessment, approval of a maintenance and upgrade agreement with Motorola Solutions, the Center Hill Bridge replacement project change order, and the ranking of proposals for engineering services for Peace River waterway debris removal. An update on the Hardee Disposal Contract was discussed.
Dec 1, 2004·StrategicPlan
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Hardee County Long-Term Recovery Plan
This Long-Term Recovery Plan for Hardee County, developed in response to the devastating 2004 hurricanes, serves as an action-oriented guide for rebuilding and enhancing the community. The plan outlines 31 projects, categorized by High, Moderate, and Community Interest recovery values, across key strategic areas. These include fostering economic opportunities, revitalizing downtowns, improving critical infrastructure, building homes and communities, and initiating regional collaborations, with the ultimate goal of making Hardee County more prosperous, appealing, and livable.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
