Winter Haven City Commission Approves Budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Amid Public Concerns Over Millage Rate Increase

Overview: The Winter Haven City Commission approved the budget for fiscal year 2024-2025 and discussed ordinances impacting local taxes, zoning, and utility rates during their recent meeting.

Winter Haven City Commission Approves Significant Increase in Water and Sewer Connection Fees

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Winter Haven City Commission deliberated on several issues, including the approval of increases to water and sewer connection fees, funding allocations for housing initiatives, and amendments to zoning regulations. The decision to raise connection fees was driven by the need to accommodate substantial growth and to fund necessary capital improvements in the city’s utility systems.

Winter Haven Residents Voice Strong Opposition to Proposed Heliport

Overview: The Winter Haven Planning Board’s September 3rd, 2024 meeting saw discussion and public opposition regarding multiple land use and zoning proposals. Among the most contentious issues was a request for conditional use approval by Harold R. Baxter and HRB Industrial Park LLC to establish a heliport on Dundy Road, which drew considerable concern from nearby residents about noise pollution and safety risks.

Winter Haven City Commission Addresses Water Rate Hikes, Affordable Housing, and Infrastructure Concerns

Overview: The Winter Haven City Commission meeting on August 26, 2024, covered topics including proposed water rate hikes, affordable housing ordinances, approval of infrastructure developments, and city project funding.

Winter Haven Commission Reviews Utility Fee Increases and Infrastructure Investments

Overview: The Winter Haven City Commission meeting focused on substantial proposed increases in utility connection fees and adjustments to the city’s water and sewer rates to fund significant infrastructure projects. Key topics included participation in the Polk Regional Water Cooperative (PRWC), upgrades to Wastewater Treatment Plant 3, and a new Rate and Renewal (RNR) fee.