04:58One item at the meeting was the presentation by Dana Rell of Stonehenge Land Development Consultants, who introduced a new residential project off Beverly Boulevard. The proposal involves transitioning a 9.31-acre parcel, currently zoned for medium-density residential use, into a development of 29 single-family homes. The current zoning allows for duplex units, but the development team aims to reduce density and increase lot sizes to 10,000 square feet per unit. Rell emphasized that the project would integrate with the surrounding neighborhood, featuring designs consistent with local architectural styles. The homes are expected to be priced between $240,000 and $260,000, which was noted to be an effort to maintain affordability. The council expressed enthusiasm for the project’s alignment with community needs and its potential to enhance the local area.

01:36In other matters, the council heard updates on various community events, including the upcoming Soda Fest, expected to draw significant crowds to Sebring. The mayor also shared the success of recent filming for an HGTV program, which has brought increased downtown foot traffic and positive attention to local businesses. The council celebrated the opening of a new establishment, Legacy 1912, and acknowledged the efforts of city representatives in Tallahassee, who advocated for Sebring’s interests and made valuable contacts.