City of Zephyrhills Budget Workshop & City Council Meetings (4-13-2026)

The City of Zephyrhills held a Budget Workshop and City Council meeting on April 13, 2026, focusing on various capital improvement projects and budget-related decisions. Key procurement discussions included approval of a grant agreement for the 9th Avenue pond reconstruction project aimed at flood risk reduction, with a total project budget of approximately $1 million including a $345,000 property purchase. The council also approved the purchase of a residential property for $345,000 as part of this project. Additionally, a variance was considered and narrowly approved for larger signage on a new industrial building, with council members noting the need to revisit the city’s sign ordinance comprehensively. The meeting addressed ongoing infrastructure projects such as sidewalks, park improvements, and traffic hotspot mitigation, with emphasis on coordination with county and state agencies. The council also discussed future land use amendments to support mixed-use development and affordable housing strategies, including potential partnerships to encourage missing middle housing development. The city is also considering software integration to improve code enforcement efficiency. No new contracts or RFPs were awarded during the meeting, but several policy and budget items were approved that will influence upcoming procurement and capital projects.