SUBJECT
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Approve 2026 State Legislative Priorities for Polk County.
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DESCRIPTION
Staff is submitting three appropriation requests and three policy issues to include in the Board’s 2026 State Legislative Priorities. The Board’s adopted State Legislative Priorities will provide focus for lobbying efforts during the 2026 State Legislative Session.
Legislative appropriation requests submitted include:
1. Power Line Road Phase II ROW Acquisition
2. Emergency Operations Center Expansion
3. Headwaters of Peace River Floodplain Protection and Restoration
Legislative policy priorities submitted include:
1. Inmate Medical Expenses Aligned with Florida Statutes
2. Allowing Alternative Solutions to Addressing BMAP Requirements for Wastewater Treatment Facilities
3. Reinstate Funding for Water Quality Improvement Grants
More information on each issue is attached.
RECOMMENDATION
Request Board approval of the 2026 State Legislative Priorities for Polk County.
FISCAL IMPACT
No fiscal impact.
CONTACT INFORMATION
John Bohde, Deputy County Manager
863-534-6031
johnbohde@polk-county.net