What is the date of the public hearing for the ordinance?

The public hearing is scheduled for April 7, 2026.

Where will the public hearing take place?

It will be held in the County Commissioners Board Room at the Government Center.

How can I request accommodations for the hearing?

Contact Sherri Bennett at (863) 402-6509 at least 24 hours in advance.

Public hearing on burn ban extension ordinance scheduled for April 7, 2026.

Official Courthouse Record · AI-summarized for clarity

Published: Mar 27, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Court Notice
City: Sebring
Address: 600 South Commerce Avenue, Sebring, Florida · 20 filings

What You Should Do Next

1
Attend the Public Hearing
Join the hearing on April 7, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Sebring.
2
Review the Ordinance
Inspect a copy of the ordinance at the County Administrator's office.
3
Prepare for Possible Appeal
Ensure a verbatim record of the proceedings if you plan to appeal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the date of the public hearing for the ordinance?: The public hearing is scheduled for April 7, 2026.
Where will the public hearing take place?: It will be held in the County Commissioners Board Room at the Government Center.
How can I request accommodations for the hearing?: Contact Sherri Bennett at (863) 402-6509 at least 24 hours in advance.

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Full Notice Text

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 25-26-10
 
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
 
NOTICE is hereby given that the Highlands County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing for the purpose of considering adoption of the following ordinance on April 7, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, in the County Commissioners Board Room of the Government Center, 600 South Commerce Avenue, Sebring, Florida:
     AN ORDINANCE OF HIGHLANDS COUNTY, FLORIDA, PERTAINING TO THE FURTHER EXTENSION OF THE BURN BAN DECLARED UNDER HIGHLANDS COUNTY ORDINANCE NO.: 25-26-06 AND EXTENDED BY HIGHLANDS COUNTY ORDINANCE NO.: 25-26-07; PROVIDING FOR LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS AND INTENT; PROVIDING FOR EXTENSION OF BURN BAN; PROVIDING FOR AUTOMATIC SUNSET, CANCELLATION AND/OR EXTENSION OF BURN BAN; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR NON-CODIFICATION AND SCRIVENERS ERRORS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
 
A copy of the ordinance is available for inspection in the office of the County Administrator, 600 South Commerce Avenue, Sebring, Florida 33870. All interested persons may appear and be heard at the time and place specified above. Any person who might wish to appeal any decision made by the Board of County Commissioners of Highlands County, Florida, in public hearing or meeting is hereby advised that they will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose, they may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made which will include the testimony and evidence upon which such appeal is to be based.
 
The Board of County Commissioners of Highlands County, Florida, does not discriminate upon the basis of any individuals disability status. This non-discriminatory policy involves every aspect of the Boards functions, including one's access to, participation, employment or treatment in its programs or activities. Anyone requiring reasonable accommodation as provided for in the Americans with Disabilities Act or Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, should contact Sherri Bennett, ADA Coordinator, at (863) 402-6509 (voice), 863-402-6508 (TTY), or via Florida Relay Service 711, or by e-mail: hrmanager@hcbcc.org. Requests for CART or interpreter services should be made at least 24 hours in advance to permit coordination of the service.
 
BOARD OF
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF HIGHLANDS COUNTY, FLORIDA
By: Kevin Roberts, Chairman
March 27, 2026