Gilchrist BOCC Meeting 9.21.26 (With Audio)

The Gilchrist County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) held a meeting on September 21, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The board approved multiple resolutions adopting the final millage rates and budgets for the fiscal year 2026-2027, including a general fund budget of approximately $50.7 million and an EMS budget of about $3.8 million. They also discussed outsourcing the county's 911 addressing services to a professional planning service, proposing a fee schedule to be incorporated into building permit fees to cover costs. Additionally, the board considered a task order for a transfer station siting study with a proposed cost of $55,000, debating the extension of a land purchase option and the scope of the study to focus on a limited number of potential sites. The meeting included public input on speed limit ordinances and community events, and the board approved waiving admission fees for an upcoming Otter Springs Autumn Jubilee event. Overall, the meeting focused on finalizing budgets, managing capital projects, and advancing procurement actions related to county services and infrastructure.