Winter Haven Police Department Reaccredited with Zero Blemishes; City Celebrates Key Achievements

Overview: The Winter Haven City Commission meeting on August 12, 2024, primarily focused on the Winter Haven Police Department’s reaccreditation, honoring long-serving city employees, and discussing significant land use and zoning changes poised to impact the community.

Winter Haven City Commission Debates Utility Rates Amid Infrastructure Plans

Overview: The Winter Haven City Commission meeting focused on budget discussions, particularly concerning the city’s extensive utility services budget and proposed rate adjustments. Key topics included major capital projects, the introduction of new positions, and comprehensive infrastructure improvements. The meeting also addressed community concerns about traffic and the impact of new developments.

Winter Haven Planning Board Approves Amended PUD Amidst Infrastructure Concerns

Overview: In a detailed session, the Winter Haven Planning Board approved an amendment to a Planned Unit Development (PUD) ordinance for a property on Havendale Boulevard, despite significant public concerns about traffic and water infrastructure.

Winter Haven Sets Tentative Millage Rate for Upcoming Fiscal Year

Overview: In a recent Winter Haven City Commission meeting, members set the tentative millage rate at 6.59 Mills, a critical step in the city’s budgeting process for the fiscal year 2024-2025. The meeting, which covered a range of topics from budgetary concerns to community event reports, also declared September 10th, 2024, as the date for the first public hearing on the tentative budget.

Winter Haven Invests in Community and Infrastructure Growth

Overview: The Winter Haven City Commission has outlined a robust and forward-looking budget for fiscal year 2425, with a strong emphasis on capital projects, community improvements, and employee welfare. The proposed $296.3 million budget, which marks a substantial increase from the previous year, is set to address critical areas including affordable housing, community safety, infrastructure, and economic stability.