SUBJECT
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SET HEARING to consider the adoption of an Ordinance of the Polk County Board of County Commissioners prohibiting camping on certain property, unless specifically authorized. SUGGESTED HEARING DATE: April 15, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.
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DESCRIPTION
Polk County has as interest in promoting public health, safety, and welfare of the public. Camping on public property can create public health, safety, and welfare issues. Additionally, camping on public and private property can have adverse effects on the security and value of nearby residential and commercial properties. As a result, Polk County has decided to prohibit camping on certain property, unless specifically authorized.
RECOMMENDATION
Set a public hearing consider the adoption of an Ordinance of the Polk County Board of County Commissioners prohibiting camping on certain property, unless specifically authorized for April 15, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.
FISCAL IMPACT
No fiscal impact.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Randall E. Vogel
Assistant County Attorney
863-534-6744