What is the purpose of the ordinance?

The ordinance aims to prohibit unauthorized signs in the right-of-way.

When is the public hearing scheduled?

The public hearing is scheduled for March 3, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.

How can I participate in the hearing?

You can attend the hearing and express your views on the ordinance.

What if I need special accommodations?

Contact the Boards Communications Office at least four days before the hearing.

Public hearing on ordinance prohibiting unauthorized signs in the right-of-way.

Official Courthouse Record · AI-summarized for clarity

Published: Feb 18, 2026 · 1 month ago
Category: Ordinance
City: Bartow
Address: 330 West Church Street, Bartow, Florida · 16 filings

What You Should Do Next

1
Attend the Public Hearing
Join the hearing on March 3, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Bartow.
2
Review the Ordinance
Inspect the proposed ordinance at the Clerk and Auditor's Office during business hours.
3
Request Accommodations
If needed, contact the Boards Communications Office by February 27, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of the ordinance?: The ordinance aims to prohibit unauthorized signs in the right-of-way.
When is the public hearing scheduled?: The public hearing is scheduled for March 3, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
How can I participate in the hearing?: You can attend the hearing and express your views on the ordinance.
What if I need special accommodations?: Contact the Boards Communications Office at least four days before the hearing.

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Full Notice Text

NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ADOPT ORDINANCE


NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of County Commissioners of Polk County, Florida, on March 3, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., or as soon thereafter, in the Boardroom of the Polk County Administrative Building, 330 West Church Street, Bartow, Florida, will consider adopting an ordinance the title and substance of said proposed ordinance being:


AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF POLK COUNTY, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING A PROHIBITION ON UNAUTHORIZED SIGNS IN THE RIGHT-OF-WAY; PROVIDING FOR FINDINGS OF FACT AND LEGISLATIVE INTENT; PROVIDING FOR DEFINITIONS; ESTABLISHING A MECHANISM UTILIZING IMMEDIATE FINES FOR PLACEMENT AND COST RECOVERY FOR REMOVAL; ESTABLISHING A PRESUMPTION OF LIABILITY FOR BENEFICIAL USERS; PROVIDING FOR THE IMPOSITION OF COSTS AND FINES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.


The proposed ordinance may be inspected by the public at the Office of the Clerk and Auditor to the Board, located in the Polk County Administrative Building on the 3 rd Floor, during normal business hours. All persons wishing to speak upon the adoption of this ordinance are invited to attend the public hearing and they shall be heard.


Should any person decide to appeal any decision made at this public hearing, such person will need a record of the proceedings and may need to ensure that a verbatim record of these proceedings is made, including the testimony and evidence on which the appeal is to be based. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons with disabilities needing special accommodations or an interpreter to participate in this public hearing should contact the Boards Communications Office, located in the Polk County Administration Building, 1 ST Floor at (863) 534-6090, not later than four days prior to the public hearing. If hearing impaired call: (TDD) (863) 534-7777 or 1-800-955-8771, or Voice impaired call: 1-800-955-8770, via Florida Relay Service. The public hearing may be continued to a time and date certain by announcement at this scheduled public hearing without any further published notice.


BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
POLK COUNTY, FLORIDA