City of Bonita Springs, City council meeting, June 17, 2026

The City of Bonita Springs City Council held a meeting on June 17, 2026, which included several presentations and updates related to emergency preparedness for the upcoming storm season. Key procurement-related discussions involved the approval of a memorandum of understanding among governments for the BERT project, extending the term for due diligence activities related to land acquisition and planning. The council also approved amendments to the city's comprehensive plan, including updates to planning horizons and policies. Additionally, the council authorized moving forward with an online permitting software solution to meet new statutory requirements effective July 1, 2026, aimed at streamlining plan submissions and reviews. A letter of support for state grant applications was approved, and updates were provided on infrastructure hardening projects by Bonita Springs Utilities, including elevation of pump station control panels to mitigate flooding risks. The meeting also addressed community policing contract activities and traffic safety enforcement efforts. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were detailed, but several policy and procedural decisions were made that could impact future procurement and project implementation.