Ocoee City Commission Deliberates on Land Sale and Community Safety Initiatives

Overview: The Ocoee City Commission meeting centered on discussions about the city’s potential sale of significant land assets, ongoing code enforcement challenges, and local community safety initiatives. The session highlighted concerns over the sale of city-owned land, particularly the proposed transaction involving Sorenson Fields and an associated ice center, as well as traffic and safety issues around local schools.

Palatka Pension Board Tackles Investment Policy Amid Market Uncertainty

Overview: The City of Palatka Police Officers Retirement Plan Board of Trustees convened to address several issues, including updates to the investment policy, market performance, and the financial health of the pension plan. Discussions centered on adapting investment strategies in light of new state legislation, analyzing market dynamics, and ensuring the sustainability of retirement funds.

Loxahatchee Groves Council Supports Fire Rescue Amid Annexation Concerns and Debates Key Local Issues

Overview: The Loxahatchee Groves Town Council meeting on December 2nd addressed topics, including support for a local house bill protecting fire rescue services from the impacts of municipal annexation, discussions on legislative representation, infrastructure funding, and community concerns about misinformation.

Boynton Beach City Commission Tackles Traffic Safety, Illegal Charter Operations, and Lighting Improvements

Overview: The Boynton Beach City Commission meeting on December 2, 2025, focused on multiple issues, including traffic safety improvements, addressing illegal charter business operations, and enhancing citywide street lighting. The meeting also covered the implementation of a new fire assessment program, discussions about election costs, and proposed changes to the city’s zoning code and pension plan.

Treasure Island City Commission Faces Heated Debate Over Planned Unit Developments and Master Plan

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Treasure Island City Commission, discussions primarily revolved around the contentious topics of Planned Unit Developments (PUDs) and the master plan. The commission faced a debate over whether to proceed with discussions on amending the comprehensive plan to incorporate plan development zoning amidst the absence of Commissioner Clark. This prompted concerns about exacerbating misunderstandings within the community regarding PUDs and the potential waste of resources, given that consultant Gavin’s contract was nearing its end. The city was identified as the only municipality in Pinellas County lacking this zoning tool, prompting urgency in the discussions.