What is the purpose of the public hearing?

To consider the adoption of an ordinance extending the burn ban in Highlands County.

When is the public hearing scheduled?

The public hearing is scheduled for May 5, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.

Where will the public hearing take place?

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

How can I participate in the hearing?

Interested persons may appear and be heard at the specified time and place.

Public hearing for ordinance regarding burn ban extension in Highlands County.

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Published: May 2, 2026 · 4 days ago
Category: Ordinance
City: Sebring
Address: 600 South Commerce Avenue, Sebring, Florida · 29 filings

Research context

29 filings at this address 3 ordinance notices in Sebring (last 12 months)

What to do next

1
Attend the Public Hearing
Join the hearing on May 5, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Sebring.
2
Review the Ordinance
Inspect a copy of the ordinance at the County Administrator's office before the hearing.
3
Contact for Accommodations
If you need ADA accommodations, contact Sherri Bennett at (863) 402-6509 at least 24 hours in advance.

Frequently asked questions

What is the purpose of the public hearing?: To consider the adoption of an ordinance extending the burn ban in Highlands County.
When is the public hearing scheduled?: The public hearing is scheduled for May 5, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
Where will the public hearing take place?: It will be held in the County Commissioners Board Room at the Government Center.
How can I participate in the hearing?: Interested persons may appear and be heard at the specified time and place.

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Full Notice Text

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TO CONSIDER COUNTY
ORDINANCE NO. 25-26-12

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:

NOTICE is hereby given that the Highlands County Board of County Commissionerswill hold a public hearing for the purpose of considering adoption of the followingordinance on May 5, 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 COUNTYORDINANCE NO.: 25-26-06 AND EXTENDED BYHIGHLANDS COUNTY ORDINANCE NOS.: 25-26-07 AND 25-26-10; 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 NONCODIFICATION 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: Don Elwell, Chairman
 
April 26; May 2, 2026