Regular Commission Meeting 08/11/2026

The Hendry County Board of County Commissioners held a regular meeting on August 11, 2026, addressing several procurement and contract-related matters. The board voted to reject bids for the Ridgeline Cemetery Irrigation Well project and authorized staff to re-advertise the bid to include both the irrigation well and sprinkler system with filtration. They approved the ranking for design and permitting services for the Montura Volunteer Fire Station building improvements. The board also discussed and approved amendments to land development codes to comply with new Florida statutes regarding building permits and mobile home zoning. Additionally, the board approved a third amendment to extend the commercial lease with Short Cakes LLC at LaBelle Airport until December 31, 2026, to allow completion of an ongoing RFP process for the property. A motion was passed to further extend the current lease to June 1, 2027, to accommodate the tenant during the procurement process. The board authorized a change order with Barty Contracting Inc. for Hendry County Sheriff's Office repairs. Other discussions included community design standards affecting housing affordability and the upcoming launch of text-to-911 emergency services. No new contract awards were made, but several procurement processes and contract extensions were approved or discussed.