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CITY OF LABELLE AGENDA Regular Commission Meeting Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 5:30 PM LaBelle Commission Chambers 481 West Hickpochee Ave LaBelle, FL 33975 CITY COMMISSION: Julie C. Wilkins, Mayor Kevin Holland, Commissioner Jackie Ratica, Commissioner Bobbie Spratt, Commissioner Hugo Vargas, Commissioner ADMINISTRATION: Tijauna Warner, MPA, MMC, Deputy City Clerk Derek Rooney, Esq., City Attorney Mitchell Wills, Superintendent PW 1

Regular Commission Meeting May 14, 2026 Agenda 1. Call to Order 2. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Additions of Emergency Basis From Mayor, Deletions and Approval of Agenda Items 5. Presentations A. Bird Election - David E. Nicholson II, Art Teacher Country Oaks Elementary 6. Consent Agenda Items for Consideration (Any commissioner or citizen may request to have an item removed from the consent agenda and placed on the regular agenda for further discussion.) A. Approval of April Check Register B. Approval of Minutes: March 12, 2026 LRDC Workshop Minutes March 12, 2026 LPA Meeting Minutes March 12, 2026 City Commission Meeting Minutes April 9, 2026 City Commission Meeting Minutes C. Approval of Staff Reports: -HCSO- Lt. Allen Hudson -Fire Department- Chief Brent Stevens -Building Department- Mark Lynch -Code Enforcement- Zane Mungillo -Woodard & Curran- Justin deMello D. RESOULTION 2026-10 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LABELLE, FLORIDA, APPROVING AMENDING THE CITY OF LABELLE’S PUBLIC RECORDS REQUEST POLICY AS SET FORTH IN EXHIBIT “A” HERETO; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. E. ITB 2026-01 LaBelle Fire Department - Hardening and Addition Award Recommendation F. Two (2) Vehicle Disposition of Property Report (Auction) 7. Non-Public Hearing Items for Consideration (Limited to 15 minutes per item: 3-5 minutes optional presentation time with the remaining time for discussion by the Commission) A. John Paul Land Transfer B. LDRC Increase Funding Request 2

Regular Commission Meeting May 14, 2026 C. RESOLUTION 2026-11 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LABELLE, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING FULL FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION, AND MAINTENANCE OF A COMMUNITY ARTISTIC FEATURE (CAF) TO BE LOCATED WITHIN THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION RIGHT-OF-WAY BENEATH THE BRIDGE STREET BRIDGE ON DESOTO AVENUE; DESIGNATING THE MAYOR AS THE AUTHORIZED OFFICER TO EXECUTE THE CAF AGREEMENT WITH FDOT; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. D. LaBelle Museum Funds Request E. Enterprise Fleet Management Proposal F. Traffic Calming Devices (Speed Humps) 8. Public Hearings and/or Ordinances A. ORDINANCE 2025-09 (second reading) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LABELLE, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE 2020-04 FOR A PROPERTY KNOWN AS KMJ INVESTMENTS PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT, A 2+/-ACRE PROPERTY LOCATED IMMEDIATELY NORTH OF STATE ROAD 80, APPROXIMATELY ¼ MILE EAST OF HUGGETTS ROAD INTO THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF LABELLE, FLORIDA; AMENDING THE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL; PROVIDING FOR INTENT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. B. ORDINANCE 2026-07 (second reading) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LABELLE, FLORIDA; AMENDING CHAPTER 4, ARTICLE V, SECTION 4-82 OF THE CITY OF LABELLE LAND DEVELOMPENT CODE, AMENDING USES REQUIRING SPECIAL EXCEPTION APPROVAL IN THE STATE ROAD 80 OVERLAY DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION, SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. C. ORDINANCE 2026-05 (first reading) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LABELLE, FLORIDA, ANNEXING A 74+/-ACRE PROPERTY LOCATED SOUTH OF W SR 80 ROAD AND NORTH OF HELMS ROAD, INTO THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF LABELLE, FLORIDA; IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ANNEXATION PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 171, PART II, FLORIDA STATUTES; REDEFINING THE BOUNDARY LINES OF SAID CITY IN CONFORMANCE THEREWITH; AMENDING THE OFFICIAL BOUNDARY MAP OF THE CITY OF LABELLE, FLORIDA, PROVIDING THAT EXISTING FUTURE LAND USE AND ZONING DESIGNATIONS REMAIN UNTIL CHANGED BY THE CITY ORDINANCE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. D. ORDINANCE 2026-06 (first reading) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LABELLE, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR A SMALL-SCALE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT TO THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP FOR A 84.04+/-ACRE PROPERTY LOCATED SOUTH OF W SR 80 ROAD AND NORTH OF HELMS ROAD; AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DESIGNATION FOR THE PROPERTY FROM UNINCORPORATED HENDRY COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN “MULTI-USE” DESIGNATION TO THE CITY OF LABELLE “OUTLYING MIXED USE” DESIGNATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 9. Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items (Limited to 3 minutes per person) 10. City Related Business by Commissioners 11. Adjournment 3

Regular Commission Meeting May 14, 2026 Upcoming Meetings: June 11, 2026 Budget Workshop, LPA & City Commission Meeting July 9, 2026 Budget, LPA & City Commission Meeting *Be advised that the Commission may take action on items not listed on the agenda. City of Labelle Office Closures: May 25, 2026 Memorial Day July 3, 2026 Independence Day ________________________________________________________________________________ Meeting Records Request Any person requesting the appeal of a decision of the City Commission will require a verbatim record of the proceedings and for that purpose will need to ensure that such verbatim record is made. Pursuant to FS. 286.0105, the record must include the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. The City of LaBelle does not prepare or provide such verbatim record. Notice of Commission Meetings and Agendas The second Thursday of each month are regular meeting dates for the City Commission; special or workshop meetings may be called, whenever necessary. Commission Agendas are posted on the City’s website on the Friday prior to each Commission meeting. A copy of the meeting audio and the complete agenda may be requested at tiawarner@citylabelle.com or 863-675-2872. Americans with Disabilities Act In accordance with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), this document can be made available in an alternate format upon request. Special accommodations can be provided upon request with five (5) days advance notice of any meeting, by contacting Deputy City Clerk Tijauna Warner at LaBelle City Hall, 481 W. Hickpochee Avenue, LaBelle, Florida. Phone No. 863-675-2872. Hearing Assistance: If hearing impaired, contact Florida Relay at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or 800-955-8770 (Voice), for assistance. (Reference: Florida Statute 286.26) 4

May 5, 2026 City of LaBelle Page No: 1 11:45 AM Check Register By Check Date Range of Checking Accts: First to Last Range of Check Dates: 04/01/26 to 04/30/26 Report Type: All Checks Report Format: Super Condensed Check Type: Computer: Y Manual: Y Dir Deposit: Y Check # Check Date Vendor Amount Paid Reconciled/Void Ref Num GEN FUND POOLED GENERAL FUND POOLED CASH 260591 04/01/26 COLW CITY OF LABELLE, WATER & SANIT 1,253.64 9887 260590 04/02/26 SOFDU ST OF FL. DISBURSEMENT UNIT 127.34 9886 260592 04/03/26 FRS FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM 26,215.04 9888 260600 04/06/26 USDA USDA RURAL DEVELOPMENT 13,586.81 9896 260594 04/07/26 AMACS AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES 334.23 9891 260595 04/07/26 C-000016 VALERIE N DELEON 500.00 9891 260596 04/07/26 CTTF COUNTY TRANSPORTATION TRST FND 6,795.84 9891 260597 04/07/26 FMPT2 FLORIDA MUNICIPAL PENSION TRST 24,690.31 9891 260598 04/07/26 SPRATT SPRATT AND ASSOCIATES LLC 7,500.00 9891 260599 04/07/26 PRM5 PUBLIC RISK MANAGEMENT 88,446.25 9894 Direct Deposit 260601 04/08/26 KELLY005 KELLY KEMLAGE 410.00 9897 260602 04/08/26 LISAA LISA AWBREY 170.79 04/10/26 VOID 9898 (Reason: DID NOT GO TO CONF) 260603 04/08/26 LISAA LISA AWBREY 170.71 9899 260593 04/10/26 SOFDU ST OF FL. DISBURSEMENT UNIT 127.34 9890 260605 04/14/26 ABP ACCENT BUSINESS PRODUCTS 129.63 9901 260606 04/14/26 ALLSTATE AMERICAN HERITAGE LIFE INS CO 525.60 9901 260607 04/14/26 ALLSTATE AMERICAN HERITAGE LIFE INS CO 2,229.40 9901 260608 04/14/26 AMARINES A.MARINES ROAD SERV & TIRE INC 908.00 9901 260609 04/14/26 BCSI BUILDERS CHOICE SUPPLY INC 156.71 9901 260610 04/14/26 BDTI BIG DADDY'Z TINTING INC 80.00 9901 260611 04/14/26 BSA BRIDGE STREET AUTO PARTS, INC. 459.92 9901 260612 04/14/26 CENTLINK CENTURYLINK 384.09 9901 260613 04/14/26 CHS CALOOSA HUMANE SOCIETY 130.00 9901 260614 04/14/26 COLW CITY OF LABELLE, WATER & SANIT 3,586.75 9901 260615 04/14/26 COLW2 CITY OF LABELLE WATER AND SANI 3,203.10 9901 260616 04/14/26 COLW2 CITY OF LABELLE WATER AND SANI 3,847.17 9901 260617 04/14/26 COMCAST COMCAST 536.99 9901 260618 04/14/26 FPL FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT 0.00 04/14/26 VOID 0 260619 04/14/26 FPL FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT 18,952.42 9901 260620 04/14/26 GULFC005 GULF COAST HUMANE SOCIETY 1,038.31 9901 260621 04/14/26 HCBOCC HENDRY CO BOARD COUNTY COMM 652.50 9901 260622 04/14/26 HCEDC HENDRY CO ECONOMIC DEV.COUNCIL 25,000.00 9901 260623 04/14/26 HLRB HENDRY-LABELLE REC BOARD 57,593.75 9901 260624 04/14/26 ISBC IPITOMY SMARTER BUSINESS COMMU 73.34 9901 260625 04/14/26 JAK JOHN A. KOONS LOCKSMITHS 167.50 9901 260626 04/14/26 JCW JULIE CRAICY WILKINS 246.88 9901 260627 04/14/26 KME KENNY GLISSON 20.00 9901 260628 04/14/26 LCBOCC LEE COUNTY SOLID WASTE 57.87 9901 260629 04/14/26 LIBRARY LABELLE FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY 11,250.00 9901 260630 04/14/26 LRS LABELLE RANCH SUPPLY 90.93 9901 260631 04/14/26 PBBI PITNEY BOWES BANK INC 205.00 9901 260632 04/14/26 PFMG PFM GROUP CONSULTING LLC 1,500.00 9901 260633 04/14/26 SHRED SHRED-IT USA 138.45 9901 260634 04/14/26 TMOBI005 T-MOBILE USA INC. 1,229.01 9901 260635 04/14/26 UNWAYLEE UNITED WAY OF LEE COUNTY 26.00 9901 260636 04/14/26 WLMINC WOLFF'S LAWN MACHINES INC 3,676.74 9901 260637 04/14/26 AES AIM ENGINEERING & SURVEYING 6,474.72 9904 Direct Deposit 260638 04/14/26 BPE BARRY'S POWER EQUIPMENT 228.05 9904 Direct Deposit 260639 04/14/26 CAPGO005 C.A.P. GOVERNMENT, INC 1,012.00 9904 Direct Deposit 5 Section 6, Item A.

May 5, 2026 City of LaBelle Page No: 2 11:45 AM Check Register By Check Date Check # Check Date Vendor Amount Paid Reconciled/Void Ref Num GEN FUND POOLED GENERAL FUND POOLED CASH Continued 260640 04/14/26 CQL CAPTAINS QUICK LUBE 110.00 9904 Direct Deposit 260641 04/14/26 CULL CULLIGAN WATER 201.50 9904 Direct Deposit 260642 04/14/26 EQUIP005 EquipmentShare.com, Inc. 109.92 9904 Direct Deposit 260643 04/14/26 LILLI005 LILLIAN M DAVENPORT 244.54 9904 Direct Deposit 260644 04/14/26 PRM PUBLIC RISK MANAGEMENT 64,427.97 9904 Direct Deposit 260645 04/14/26 PTLLC PROTECTED TRUST LLC 4,030.35 9904 Direct Deposit 260646 04/14/26 SSW SHARON SANDERS WHITE 165.00 9904 Direct Deposit 260647 04/14/26 THEMA005 THE MAKER'S MOTIF INC. 48.00 9904 Direct Deposit 260604 04/17/26 SOFDU ST OF FL. DISBURSEMENT UNIT 127.34 9900 260649 04/23/26 C-000006 UNITED WAY OF LEE COUNTY INC 250.00 9907 260650 04/23/26 COMCAST COMCAST 324.85 9907 260651 04/23/26 FDOT FDOT 7.68 9907 260652 04/23/26 FPL FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT 0.00 04/23/26 VOID 0 260653 04/23/26 FPL FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT 4,334.75 9907 260654 04/23/26 HO HOMERO OLIVAREZ, JR 225.00 9907 260655 04/23/26 HRCH HENDRY REGIONAL CORP. HEALTH 20.00 9907 260656 04/23/26 JOHNG005 JOHN TO GO 1,950.00 9907 260657 04/23/26 LEGALSH LEGAL SHIELD 73.75 9907 260658 04/23/26 SUNCREST SUNCREST SHEDS, INC 4,808.00 9907 260659 04/23/26 VAH VISION ACE HARDWARE-LABELLE 0.00 04/23/26 VOID 0 260660 04/23/26 VAH VISION ACE HARDWARE-LABELLE 1,835.36 9907 260661 04/23/26 CQL CAPTAINS QUICK LUBE 110.00 9910 Direct Deposit 260662 04/23/26 JLRFI005 JLR FIRE INSPECTIONS LLC 3,166.00 9910 Direct Deposit 260663 04/23/26 LNATL GLOBE LIFE 446.88 9910 Direct Deposit 260664 04/23/26 LUNAF005 LUNA FUELS HENDRY INC 202.99 9910 Direct Deposit 260665 04/23/26 MAUJEN MAULDIN & JENKINS LLC 19,000.00 9910 Direct Deposit 260666 04/23/26 MJW MARY JO WILSON 142.50 9910 Direct Deposit 260667 04/23/26 ORKINPC ORKIN, LLC 65.00 9910 Direct Deposit 260668 04/23/26 TFSLLC TEN-8 FIRE & SAFETY, LLC 174.34 9910 Direct Deposit 260669 04/23/26 THEMA005 THE MAKER'S MOTIF INC. 1,871.00 9910 Direct Deposit 260648 04/24/26 SOFDU ST OF FL. DISBURSEMENT UNIT 127.34 9906 Checking Account Totals Paid Void Amount Paid Amount Void Checks: 55 4 233,891.39 170.79 Direct Deposit: 21 0 190,677.01 0.00 Total: 76 4 424,568.40 170.79 UTILITY DEPOSIT Water Revenue Deposit 2703 04/07/26 U-000353 NODAL, ELVIRA 46.42 9892 2704 04/07/26 U-000356 BILLIE, CHRISTOPHER LEE 95.35 9892 2705 04/14/26 U-000329 RAY, TRICIA 94.84 9902 2706 04/14/26 U-000357 SOSA RIVERA, KARINA RAQUEL 94.08 9902 2707 04/14/26 U-000358 BRYANT, DERRANAE JAANEL M 55.54 9902 2708 04/23/26 U-000326 WOODFORD, DEBRA K 63.05 9908 2709 04/23/26 U-000359 ALEXANDER, JASMINE JALIXSA 29.14 9908 2710 04/23/26 U-000360 SERVANTEZ, JULIE LYNNE 71.57 9908 2711 04/23/26 U-000361 MURPHY, WILLIAM & HEATHER 65.89 9908 2712 04/23/26 U-000362 HENTSCHEL, AALIYAH 8.77 9908 2713 04/23/26 U-000363 WHITT, BRYCE MICHAEL 51.10 9908 2714 04/23/26 U-000364 LEGACY MOSS LANDING, LLC 74.06 9908 2715 04/23/26 U-000365 BECKETT, SAVANA RAE MARGARET 94.08 9908 2716 04/23/26 U-000366 GRANADOS, DANIA 51.10 9908 6 Section 6, Item A.

May 5, 2026 City of LaBelle Page No: 3 11:45 AM Check Register By Check Date Check # Check Date Vendor Amount Paid Reconciled/Void Ref Num UTILITY DEPOSIT Water Revenue Deposit Continued Checking Account Totals Paid Void Amount Paid Amount Void Checks: 14 0 894.99 0.00 Direct Deposit: 0 0 0.00 0.00 Total: 14 0 894.99 0.00 UTILITY POOLED UTILITY FUND POOLED CASH 1362 04/03/26 FRS FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM 5,909.21 9889 1363 04/07/26 CTTF COUNTY TRANSPORTATION TRST FND 1,048.08 9893 1364 04/07/26 SPRATT SPRATT AND ASSOCIATES LLC 7,500.00 9893 1365 04/07/26 WILADA US WATER SERVICE CORP 353,235.61 9893 1366 04/07/26 PRM5 PUBLIC RISK MANAGEMENT 74,187.75 9895 Direct Deposit 1367 04/07/26 WOODARD WOODARD & CURRAN INC 151,552.42 9895 Direct Deposit 1368 04/14/26 ABP ACCENT BUSINESS PRODUCTS 140.11 9903 1369 04/14/26 CENTLINK CENTURYLINK 128.03 9903 1370 04/14/26 COLW2 CITY OF LABELLE WATER AND SANI 2,463.23 9903 1371 04/14/26 COLW2 CITY OF LABELLE WATER AND SANI 2,131.90 9903 1372 04/14/26 FPL FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT 26,050.06 9903 1373 04/14/26 ISBC IPITOMY SMARTER BUSINESS COMMU 24.45 9903 1374 04/14/26 SHRED SHRED-IT USA 46.15 9903 1375 04/14/26 WASTEC WASTE CONNECTIONS INC 96,715.02 9903 1376 04/14/26 WSC WINDMILL SPRINKLER CO., INC. 239.42 9903 1377 04/14/26 CULL CULLIGAN WATER 50.00 9905 Direct Deposit 1378 04/14/26 PRM PUBLIC RISK MANAGEMENT 11,008.80 9905 Direct Deposit 1379 04/14/26 PTLLC PROTECTED TRUST LLC 503.79 9905 Direct Deposit 1380 04/23/26 CPS CUMMINS SALES & SERVICE 3,106.56 9909 1381 04/23/26 FPL FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT 11,589.01 9909 1382 04/23/26 LUMEN LUMEN 559.25 9909 1383 04/23/26 VAH VISION ACE HARDWARE-LABELLE 296.09 9909 1384 04/23/26 WRIGHT WRIGHT NATIONAL FLOOD INS CO 1,728.00 9909 1385 04/23/26 BMI BADGER METER INC. 676.17 9911 Direct Deposit 1386 04/23/26 KGAUSE KATHARINA GAUSE 150.00 9911 Direct Deposit 1387 04/23/26 WOODARD WOODARD & CURRAN INC 1,250.00 9911 Direct Deposit Checking Account Totals Paid Void Amount Paid Amount Void Checks: 18 0 512,910.18 0.00 Direct Deposit: 8 0 239,378.93 0.00 Total: 26 0 752,289.11 0.00 Report Totals Paid Void Amount Paid Amount Void Checks: 87 4 747,696.56 170.79 Direct Deposit: 29 0 430,055.94 0.00 Total: 116 4 1,177,752.50 170.79 7 Section 6, Item A.

May 5, 2026 City of LaBelle Page No: 4 11:45 AM Check Register By Check Date Totals by Year-Fund Fund Description Fund Expend Total Revenue Total G/L Total Total GENERAL FUND 6-001 405,306.60 0.00 19,261.80 424,568.40 WATER FUND 6-041 181,945.61 0.00 0.00 181,945.61 SEWER FUND 6-042 473,628.48 0.00 0.00 473,628.48 SANITATION OPERATION FUND 6-043 96,715.02 0.00 0.00 96,715.02 Year Total: 1,157,595.71 0.00 19,261.80 1,176,857.51 WATER FUND X-041 23.69 0.00 0.00 23.69 SEWER FUND X-042 499.88 0.00 0.00 499.88 SANITATION OPERATION FUND X-043 371.42 0.00 0.00 371.42 Year Total: 894.99 0.00 0.00 894.99 Total Of All Funds: 1,158,490.70 0.00 19,261.80 1,177,752.50 8 Section 6, Item A.

May 5, 2026 City of LaBelle Page No: 5 11:45 AM Check Register By Check Date Totals by Fund Fund Description Fund Expend Total Revenue Total G/L Total Total GENERAL FUND 001 405,306.60 0.00 19,261.80 424,568.40 WATER FUND 041 181,969.30 0.00 0.00 181,969.30 SEWER FUND 042 474,128.36 0.00 0.00 474,128.36 SANITATION OPERATION FUND 043 97,086.44 0.00 0.00 97,086.44 Total Of All Funds: 1,158,490.70 0.00 19,261.80 1,177,752.50 9 Section 6, Item A.

May 5, 2026 City of LaBelle Page No: 6 11:45 AM Breakdown of Expenditure Account Current/Prior Received/Prior Open Fund Description Fund Current Prior Rcvd Prior Open Paid Prior Fund Total GENERAL FUND 6-001 405,286.60 20.00 0.00 0.00 405,306.60 WATER FUND 6-041 181,945.61 0.00 0.00 0.00 181,945.61 SEWER FUND 6-042 473,628.48 0.00 0.00 0.00 473,628.48 SANITATION OPERATION FUND 6-043 96,715.02 0.00 0.00 0.00 96,715.02 Year Total: 1,157,575.71 20.00 0.00 0.00 1,157,595.71 WATER FUND X-041 23.69 0.00 0.00 0.00 23.69 SEWER FUND X-042 499.88 0.00 0.00 0.00 499.88 SANITATION OPERATION FUND X-043 371.42 0.00 0.00 0.00 371.42 Year Total: 894.99 0.00 0.00 0.00 894.99 Total Of All Funds: 1,158,470.70 20.00 0.00 0.00 1,158,490.70 10 Section 6, Item A.

CITY OF LABELLE MINUTES City Commission LDRC Workshop Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 4:00 PM LaBelle Commission Chambers 481 West Hickpochee Ave LaBelle, FL 33975 CITY COMMISSION: Julie C. Wilkins, Mayor Kevin Holland, Commissioner Jackie Ratica, Commissioner Bobbie Spratt, Commissioner Hugo Vargas, Commissioner ADMINISTRATION: Tijauna Warner, MPA, MMC, Deputy City Clerk Derek Rooney, Esq., City Attorney Mitchell Wills, Superintendent PW 11 Section 6, Item B.

City Commission LDRC Workshop March 12, 2026 Minutes 1. Call to Order The workshop was called to order by Mayor Wilkins at 4:04 PM. 2. Roll Call PRESENT Mayor Julie C. Wilkins Vice Mayor Jackie Ratica Commissioner Bobbie Spratt Commissioner Hugo Vargas Commissioner Kevin Holland Deputy City Clerk Tijauna Warner ABSENT City Attorney Derek Rooney 3. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Waived. 4. Topic A. LDRC Mission & Vision Plan Jerica Mungillo, Director of LaBelle Downtown Revitalization, presented draft mission and vision statements developed from interviews with city and LDRC leadership. She explained the statements reflect common themes identified by ten community leaders, particularly the significance of the oaks and the river, as well as agricultural elements intended to honor LaBelle’s farming heritage. Mayor Wilkins expressed appreciation for the draft and suggested revising the word “endures” to “thrives” in the vision statement to better convey growth and prosperity. Commissioner Holland supported both terms, noting that “endures” reflects resilience while “thrives” represents future aspirations. He also commended the overall language for capturing the community’s identity and balancing preservation with growth. Commissioner Ratica requested additional time to review the statements, citing his experience with similar initiatives. The Commission expressed general support for the direction and indicated they would provide further feedback to Mungillo for refinement. B. Workplan Review: -Captain Hendry House -Ft. Thompson Parklet -Solar Lighting Installation 12 Section 6, Item B.

City Commission LDRC Workshop March 12, 2026 LDRC President Alex Stefano presented a comprehensive work plan focused on aligning initiatives with City priorities, emphasizing research, planning, and funding development prior to project implementation. Key highlights include: Expansion of board membership to strengthen organizational capacity. Increased engagement with downtown businesses and stakeholders. Support for recent private investment and coordinated redevelopment efforts. Planned initiatives such as expanded markets, new community events, downtown improvements, and grant-funded projects. Exploration of district expansion and historic preservation efforts. Major long-term projects include updating the historic survey, redevelopment concepts such as the Everett Hotel, and activation of key historic properties including the Captain Hendrie House. C. LDRC and City Contract The LDRC presented a proposed agreement to formalize its relationship with the City, primarily for grant eligibility and operational clarity. The organization requested an increase in annual funding from $21,000 to approximately $60,000, citing industry benchmarks and expanded programming. Additional funding would support staffing, events, and community initiatives. Commissioners acknowledged the request but indicated funding considerations would be addressed during upcoming budget workshops. Concerns were raised regarding financial constraints and timing. D. Downtown Events The LDRC discussed potential management of the Swamp Cabbage Festival, as the current committee has expressed readiness to transition responsibilities. While the festival presents revenue opportunities, commissioners noted the complexity of event coordination and staffing capacity. Additional efforts include improved coordination of community events, including Fourth of July activities, and collaboration with local organizations to streamline scheduling and maximize community participation. The LDRC introduced the opportunity to pursue Certified Local Government (CLG) designation, which would enhance access to historic preservation grants, training, and formal participation in preservation efforts. Commissioners expressed general support for exploring the designation, noting that implementation would require City direction, potential ordinance updates, and continued coordination on major projects. E. Public Comment No public comments. F. Next Steps/Action Items 13 Section 6, Item B.

City Commission LDRC Workshop March 12, 2026 The commission indicated general approval of the LDRC work plan while noting that funding decisions would be addressed during upcoming budget meetings scheduled for June 11th, June 25th, July 9th, July 23rd, and August 6th. Additional workshops may be scheduled as needed before budget finalization. The LDRC was encouraged to submit written requests with financial statements and formal funding proposals. Discussion of the Swamp Cabbage Festival transition would require a dedicated joint workshop to address logistics, timing, and implementation details. 5. Adjournment Motion made by Commissioner Spratt to adjourn the workshop, Seconded by Commissioner Vargas. Mayor Wilkins called for the question. Motion passed unanimously. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Vargas, Commissioner Holland There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Wilkins adjourned the workshop at 5:05 PM. _______________________________ Julie C. Wilkins, Mayor _______________________________________ ATTEST: Tijauna Warner, MPA, MMC, City Clerk 14 Section 6, Item B.

CITY OF LABELLE MINUTES Local Planning Agency Meeting Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 5:30 PM LaBelle Commission Chambers 481 West Hickpochee Ave LaBelle, FL 33975 CITY COMMISSION: Julie C. Wilkins, Mayor Kevin Holland, Commissioner Jackie Ratica, Commissioner Bobbie Spratt, Commissioner Hugo Vargas, Commissioner ADMINISTRATION: Tijauna Warner, MPA, MMC, Deputy City Clerk Derek Rooney, Esq., City Attorney Mitchell Wills, Superintendent PW 15 Section 6, Item B.

Local Planning Agency Meeting March 12, 2026 Minutes 1. Call to Order The meeting was called to order by Mayor Wilkins at 5:45 PM. 2. Roll Call PRESENT Mayor Julie C. Wilkins Vice Mayor Jackie Ratica Commissioner Bobbie Spratt Commissioner Hugo Vargas Commissioner Kevin Holland City Attorney Derek Rooney Deputy City Clerk Tijauna Warner 3. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Waived. 4. New Business A. ORDINANCE 2026-05 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LABELLE, FLORIDA, ANNEXING A 74+/-ACRE PROPERTY LOCATED SOUTH OF W SR 80 ROAD AND NORTH OF HELMS ROAD, INTO THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF LABELLE, FLORIDA; IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ANNEXATION PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 171, PART II, FLORIDA STATUTES; REDEFINING THE BOUNDARY LINES OF SAID CITY IN CONFORMANCE THEREWITH; AMENDING THE OFFICIAL BOUNDARY MAP OF THE CITY OF LABELLE, FLORIDA, PROVIDING THAT EXISTING FUTURE LAND USE AND ZONING DESIGNATIONS REMAIN UNTIL CHANGED BY THE CITY ORDINANCE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Dan Delisi (Delisi Inc.) gave a brief presentation of Ordinance 2026-05. Patty Kulak (RVi Planning) gave a brief explanation of Ordinance 2026-05 and 2026-06. Open Public Hearing 6:09pm Public comments provided by the following: Mitchell Wills Closed Public Hearing 6:09pm B. ORDINANCE 2026-06 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LABELLE, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR A SMALL-SCALE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT TO THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP FOR A 84.04+/-ACRE PROPERTY LOCATED SOUTH OF W SR 80 ROAD AND NORTH OF HELMS ROAD; AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DESIGNATION FOR 16 Section 6, Item B.

Local Planning Agency Meeting March 12, 2026 THE PROPERTY FROM UNINCORPORATED HENDRY COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN “MULTI-USE” DESIGNATION TO THE CITY OF LABELLE “OUTLYING MIXED USE” DESIGNATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Motion made by Commissioner Vargas to continue Ordinance 2026-05 and Ordinance 2026-06, Seconded by Commissioner Spratt. Mayor Wilkins called for the question. Motion passed unanimously. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Vargas, Commissioner Holland C. ORDINANCE 2026-07 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LABELLE, FLORIDA; AMENDING CHAPTER 4, ARTICLE V, SECTION 4-82 OF THE CITY OF LABELLE LAND DEVELOMPENT CODE, AMENDING USES REQUIRING SPECIAL EXCEPTION APPROVAL IN THE STATE ROAD 80 OVERLAY DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION, SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Patty Kulak gave a brief explanation of Ordinance 2026-07. Public Hearing Opened 6:11pm No comments. Public Hearing Closed 6:11pm Motion made by Vice Mayor Ratica to approve Ordinance 2026-07, Seconded by Commissioner Holland. Mayor Wilkins called for the question. Motion passed unanimously. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Vargas, Commissioner Holland 5. Adjournment There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Wilkins adjourned the meeting at 6:13 PM. _________________________________ Julie C. Wilkins, Mayor _______________________________________ ATTEST: Tijauna Warner, MPA, MMC, City Clerk 17 Section 6, Item B.

CITY OF LABELLE MINUTES Regular Commission Meeting Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 5:30 PM LaBelle Commission Chambers 481 West Hickpochee Ave LaBelle, FL 33975 CITY COMMISSION: Julie C. Wilkins, Mayor Kevin Holland, Commissioner Jackie Ratica, Commissioner Bobbie Spratt, Commissioner Hugo Vargas, Commissioner ADMINISTRATION: Tijauna Warner, MPA, MMC, Deputy City Clerk Derek Rooney, Esq., City Attorney Mitchell Wills, Superintendent PW 18 Section 6, Item B.

Regular Commission Meeting March 12, 2026 Minutes 1. Call to Order The meeting was called to order by Mayor Wilkins at 5:36 PM. 2. Roll Call PRESENT Mayor Julie C. Wilkins Vice Mayor Jackie Ratica Commissioner Bobbie Spratt Commissioner Hugo Vargas Commissioner Kevin Holland City Attorney Derek Rooney Deputy City Clerk Tijauna Warner 3. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Invocation by Commissioner Holland and Pledge of Allegiance lead by Vice Mayor Ratica. 4. Additions of Emergency Basis From Mayor, Deletions and Approval of Agenda Items None. 5. Consent Agenda Items for Consideration (Any commissioner or citizen may request to have an item removed from the consent agenda and placed on the regular agenda for further discussion.) A. Approval of February Check Register B. Approval of Minutes: February 5, 2026 City Commission Special Meeting Minutes February 12, 2026 Local Planning Agency Meeting Minutes February 12, 2026 City Commission Meeting Minutes C. Approval of Staff Reports: -HCSO- Lt. Allen Hudson -Fire Department- Chief Brent Stevens -Building Department- Mark Lynch -Code Enforcement- Zane Mungillo Motion made by Commissioner Spratt Consent Agenda Items pulling Item E: ITB 2026- 01 for discussion, Seconded by Vice Mayor Ratica. Mayor Wilkins called for the question. Motion passed unanimously. 19 Section 6, Item B.

Regular Commission Meeting March 12, 2026 Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Vargas, Commissioner Holland E. ITB 2026-01 LaBelle Fire Department – Hardening and Addition Motion made by Commissioner Spratt to approve Item E: ITB 2026-01 LaBelle Fire Department - Hardening and Addition, Seconded by Vice Mayor Ratica. Mayor Wilkins called for the question. A discussion ensued. Motion passed 4-1. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Holland Voting Nay: Commissioner Vargas City Commission presented Chief Brent Stevens with the Florida Volunteer Fire Chief of the Year Certificate. City Commission Meeting Recessed at 5:45 PM. City Commission Meeting Reconvened at 6:13 PM. 6. Presentations A. 2025 Financial Statement - Daniel Anderson, Partner, Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC Daniel Anderson (Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC) gave a brief explanation of the City of LaBelle's 2025 Financial Statement and the Auditor's Discussion and Analysis Financial and Compliance Audit Summary. B. Bridge Funding - PFM Financial Advisors LLC City Attorney Derek Rooney presented an update on the bridge funding for utility improvements. The city had issued an RFP for letter of credit services for $20 million to help with interim financing while waiting for grant reimbursements. First Bank and United Community Bank responded, with First Bank initially having the best terms. However, during negotiations, First Bank requested language changes that would potentially conflict with existing USDA loan agreements. The city's bond counsel recommended keeping the same revenue pledge language as USDA to avoid complications, but First Bank wanted additional assurances that appeared to give them more than a secondary position. Motion made by Commissioner Vargas to reconsider Consent Agenda Items and pull Item F: Resolution 2026-07, Seconded by Commissioner Spratt. Mayor Wilkins called for the question. Motion passed unanimously. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Vargas, Commissioner Holland Motion made by Commissioner Vargas to approve the remaining Consent Agenda Items and table Item F: Resolution 2026-07, Seconded by Commissioner Spratt. Mayor Wilkins called for the question. Motion passed unanimously. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Vargas, Commissioner Holland Motion made by Vice Mayor Ratica to approve both First Bank and United Community Bank from the RFP with First Bank in first position, and if negotiations cannot be concluded with First Bank, to move immediately to United Community Bank, Seconded by Commissioner Spratt. Mayor Wilkins called for the question. Motion passed unanimously. 20 Section 6, Item B.

Regular Commission Meeting March 12, 2026 Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Vargas, Commissioner Holland C. LifeLink Proclamation Mayor Wilkins read a proclamation declaring April 2026 as Donate Life Month, recognizing LifeLink of Florida's mission to honor donors and save lives through organ and tissue donation. The proclamation noted that over 105,000 people are on the national waiting list for organ transplantation, with over 5,500 in Florida. D. Irish American Heritage Proclamation Mayor Wilkins read a proclamation declaring March 2026 as Irish American Heritage Month, acknowledging the significant contributions of Irish Americans to the nation's founding and ongoing development. The proclamation noted that five signers of the Declaration of Independence were of Irish descent, and 22 presidents have proclaimed their Irish American heritage. Motion made by Commissioner Spratt to reconsider Consent Agenda Items and pull Item D: Resolution Zambelli Fireworks Proposal & Agreement, Seconded by Vice Mayor Ratica. Mayor Wilkins called for the question. Motion passed unanimously. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Vargas, Commissioner Holland 5D. Zambelli Fireworks Proposal & Agreement Motion made by Commissioner Spratt to approve renegotiating the fireworks contract for no more than $25,000, with the mayor authorized to sign if the cost could be reduced to that amount, Seconded by Vice Mayor Ratica. Mayor Wilkins called for the question. Motion passed 4-1. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Holland Voting Nay: Commissioner Vargas 7. Non-Public Hearing Items for Consideration (Limited to 15 minutes per item: 3-5 minutes optional presentation time with the remaining time for discussion by the Commission) A. 277 E Hickpochee Ave - Tree Removal Permit Application #1825 Motion made by Commissioner Vargas to approve 277 E Hickpochee Avenue - Tree Removal Permit Application #1825 along with the replanting and payment in lieu of for 101 inches, Seconded by Vice Mayor Ratica. Mayor Wilkins called for the question. Motion passed unanimously. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Vargas, Commissioner Holland B. SR 80/Captain Hendry Tree Removal Permit Application Motion made by Commissioner Vargas to approve SR 80/Captain Hendry Tree Removal Permit Application including the $48,600 payment in lieu of and the planning of required inches, with encouragement to be creative in preserving trees where possible, Seconded by Vice Mayor Ratica. Mayor Wilkins called for the question. Motion passed 4-1. 21 Section 6, Item B.

Regular Commission Meeting March 12, 2026 Voting Yea: Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Vargas, Commissioner Holland Voting Nay: Mayor Wilkins C. Mavis Tire - Architectural Review Patty Kulak presented an architectural review for Mavis Tire, located on an outparcel of the Racetrack development. The review was required under conditions of approval that specify any new structures must conform to "old Florida vernacular" architecture. Stacy Bridenbach from Bohler Engineering presented the prototypical building design, acknowledging it needed modifications to meet the city's architectural requirements. The design featured awnings over entryways and minimal architectural details. Commissioners suggested various improvements including more pronounced overhangs, additional architectural features, shutters, and enhanced articulation. They emphasized the need for the building to reflect the old Florida vernacular style while accommodating the functional requirements of a tire service facility. The applicant requested to continue the item to next month to develop new renderings incorporating the commission's feedback. D. Swing Into Spring Special Event Permit Application #1798 Motion made by Commissioner Spratt to approve Swing Into Spring Special Event Permit Application #1798, Seconded by Commissioner Vargas. Mayor Wilkins called for the question. Motion passed unanimously. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Vargas, Commissioner Holland Five (5) Minutes Recess at 7:27PM Meeting Reconvened at 7:32PM 8. Public Hearings and/or Ordinances A. ORDINANCE 2026-08 (second reading) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LABELLE, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE 2020-13 FOR THE LABELLE RIVERSIDE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT LOCATED IMMEDIATELY SOUTH OF COWBOY WAY AND ¼ MILE EAST OF DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. BLVD; AMENDING THE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL; PROVIDING FOR INTENT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Derek Rooney read Ordinance 2026-08 Title into the record and sworn-in everyone speaking on Ordinance 2026-08. Patty Kulak gave a brief explanation of Ordinance 2026-08. Public Hearing Opened The following comment not in-favor: Rosa Marroquin, Karaa Rivas, Angela H. Rivas, and Martha Hernandez. Public Hearing Closed 22 Section 6, Item B.

Regular Commission Meeting March 12, 2026 Motion made by Commissioner Holland to continue the Ordinance 2026-08 with re- advertising and neighborhood notification to allow the applicant time to work with staff on addressing concerns, Seconded by Vice Mayor Ratica. Mayor Wilkins called for the question. Motion passed unanimously. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Vargas, Commissioner Holland 7E. Addition School Zone Motion made by Mayor Wilkins to approve establishing an official school zone on JC Lyons Drive, Seconded by Vice Mayor Ratica. Mayor Wilkins called for the question. Motion passed unanimously. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Vargas, Commissioner Holland 7F. Grant Funded GIS Mapping Motion made by Commissioner Spratt to approve the GIS mapping subject to attorney review of grant conditions, Seconded by Vice Mayor Ratica. Mayor Wilkins called for the question. Motion passed unanimously. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Vargas, Commissioner Holland 9. Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items (Limited to 3 minutes per person) Susan Watts, representing the landholders of Brian and James Paul properties, requested a reduction in the PUD submittal fee for their 3,200-acre "Sola Vie" development from $116,190 to a more reasonable amount. She provided research showing similar cities charge significantly less for comparable projects. Motion made by Commissioner Spratt to approve reducing the fee to $68,000 as a deposit against actual costs, with any unused funds to be refunded, Seconded by Commissioner Vargas. Mayor Wilkins called for the question. Motion passed unanimously. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Vargas, Commissioner Holland Tortilla Factory Sewer Line Upsizing: Superintendent Mitchell Wills requested approval to upsize a sewer line being installed by the Tortilla Factory from 4-inch to 6-inch at an additional cost of $172,000, which would avoid much higher costs later when the area develops. Finance Director Lily Davenport confirmed ARPA funds were available. Motion made by Commissioner Vargas to approve using ARPA funds to upgrade the line from 4-inch to 6-inch, Seconded by Commissioner Holland. Mayor Wilkins called for the question. A discussion ensued. Motion passed unanimously. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Vargas, Commissioner Holland Contract Amendment: Mayor Wilkins advised L0061 Agreement Amendment No.1 needs approval for additional time to complete a grant-funded project. Motion made by Vice Mayor Ratica to approve L0061 Agreement Amendment No.1, Seconded by Commissioner Vargas. Mayor Wilkins called for the question. Motion passed unanimously. 23 Section 6, Item B.

Regular Commission Meeting March 12, 2026 Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Vargas, Commissioner Holland Museum Pest Control: After discussion about the museum's financial management and accountability, the commission approved allowing the museum to reallocate their employee funding for pest control treatment, with the requirement that a historian verify the safety of the treatment for historical artifacts. Motion made by Vice Mayor Ratica to approve allowing the city's donation to be used for museum operations as deemed appropriate by their board, including pest control, with historian approval for safety of artifacts, Seconded by Commissioner Vargas. Mayor Wilkins called for the question. Motion passed unanimously. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Vargas, Commissioner Holland 10. City Related Business by Commissioners 11. Adjournment Motion made by Vice Mayor Ratica to adjourn meeting, Seconded by Commissioner Vargas. Mayor Wilkins called for the question. Motion passed unanimously. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Vargas, Commissioner Holland There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Wilkins adjourned the meeting at 9:15 PM. _________________________________ Julie C. Wilkins, Mayor _______________________________________ ATTEST: Tijauna Warner, MPA, MMC, City Clerk 24 Section 6, Item B.

CITY OF LABELLE MINUTES Regular Commission Meeting Thursday, April 09, 2026, at 5:30 PM LaBelle Commission Chambers 481 West Hickpochee Ave LaBelle, FL 33975 CITY COMMISSION: Julie C. Wilkins, Mayor Kevin Holland, Commissioner Jackie Ratica, Commissioner Bobbie Spratt, Commissioner Hugo Vargas, Commissioner ADMINISTRATION: Tijauna Warner, MPA, MMC, Deputy City Clerk Derek Rooney, Esq., City Attorney Mitchell Wills, Superintendent PW 25 Section 6, Item B.

Regular Commission Meeting April 09, 2026 Minutes 1. Call to Order The meeting was called to order by Mayor Wilkins at 5:31 p.m. 2. Roll Call PRESENT Mayor Julie C. Wilkins Vice Mayor Jackie Ratica Commissioner Bobbie Spratt Commissioner Hugo Vargas Commissioner Kevin Holland City Attorney Derek Rooney Deputy City Clerk Tijauna Warner 3. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Invocation by Commissioner Holland and Pledge of Allegiance lead by Vice Mayor Ratica. 4. Additions of Emergency Basis From Mayor, Deletions and Approval of Agenda Items None. 5. Presentations A. Arbor Day Proclamation Commissioner Holland presented and read the Arbor Day Proclamation into the record. 6. Consent Agenda Items for Consideration (Any commissioner or citizen may request to have an item removed from the consent agenda and placed on the regular agenda for further discussion.) A. Approval of March Check Register B. Approval of Staff Reports: -HCSO- Lt. Allen Hudson -Fire Department- Chief Brent Stevens -Building Department- Mark Lynch -Code Enforcement- Zane Mungillo 26 Section 6, Item B.

Regular Commission Meeting April 09, 2026 -Woodard & Curran- Justin deMello C. WWTP MASTER LIFT STATION REPAIRS D. RESOLUTION 2026-07 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LABELLE, FLORIDA AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE BY THE CITY OF NOT EXCEEDING $20,000,000 IN PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF ITS WATER AND SEWER REVOLVING CREDIT BOND, SERIES 2026, TO FINANCE THE COST OF THE ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPPING OF IMPROVEMENTS TO THE CITY’S WATER AND SEWER SYSTEM; PLEDGING THE NET REVENUES OF SAID SYSTEM TO PAY THE SERIES 2026 BOND; AUTHORIZING THE AWARD OF THE SALE OF THE SERIES 2026 BOND UPON COMPLIANCE WITH CERTAIN PARAMETERS; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF THE FORM OF ATTACHED REVOLVING CREDIT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE PURCHASER OF THE SERIES 2026 BOND; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF INCONSISTENT PROVISIONS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. E. Four Waters Engineering Contract Motion made by Commissioner Vargas to approve Consent Items pulling Item B: Woodard & Curran Staff Report, Seconded by Commissioner Spratt. Mayor Julie called for the question. Motion passed unanimously. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Vargas, Commissioner Holland 7. Non-Public Hearing Items for Consideration (Limited to 15 minutes per item: 3-5 minutes optional presentation time with the remaining time for discussion by the Commission) Woodard & Curran Staff Report: Commissioner Vargas raised concerns about the water loss percentages shown in the water production and distribution table, which ranged from 6.37% to as high as 53%. He explained these numbers are reported to the South Water Management District and could affect the city's water allocation permits if they appear excessive. Salvador Mora from Woodard & Curran explained that much of the water loss is due to calibration issues with meters and inconsistent reporting from utility billing. He noted there's little accountability for water used by the fire department and for line flushing. Mayor Wilkins suggested setting up a meeting between Mora, the utility billing department, and a supervisor to resolve the discrepancies. Motion made by Commissioner Vargas to approve Woodard & Curran Staff Report, Seconded by Commissioner Holland. Mayor Julie called for the question. A discussion ensued. Motion passed unanimously. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Vargas, Commissioner Holland A. Mavis Tires - Architectural Review Motion made by Commissioner Vargas to approve Marvis Tire - Architectural Review, Seconded by Commissioner Holland. Mayor Julie called for the question. A discussion ensued. Motion passed unanimously. 27 Section 6, Item B.

Regular Commission Meeting April 09, 2026 Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Vargas, Commissioner Holland B. LDRC Increase Funding Request This item was deferred and will return next month. C. LDRC Certified Local Government Program Motion made by Commissioner Vargas to approve Resolution 20226-08 LDRC Certified Local Government Program, Seconded by Vice Mayor Ratica. Mayor Julie called for the question. A discussion ensued. Motion passed unanimously. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Vargas, Commissioner Holland D. LDRC Captain Hendry House Project Motion made by Vice Mayor Ratica to approve Resolution 2026-09 LDRC Captain Hendry House Project, Seconded by Commissioner Vargas. Mayor Julie called for the question. Motion passed unanimously. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Vargas, Commissioner Holland E. Animal Control - Linda Phillips Linda Phillips addressed the commission regarding accountability, transparency, and humane practices at LaBelle Animal Control. She raised concerns about euthanasia rates, documentation practices, compliance with Florida Statute 828.15 regarding posting stray animals within 48 hours, and conditions at the facility. Phillips questioned the review process for euthanasia decisions and requested proper documentation, behavioral assessments, and investigation into drug use and transfers. Public comments were provided by the following: Rhonda Bilut commended Animal Control for their work and the commission's support. Lisa Lashley praised the shelter's efforts to place dogs but expressed concern about heartworm testing, noting that four dogs since December had tested positive for heartworm after adoption, leaving adopters with expensive treatment costs or the choice to return the animals. Teri Armstrong shared her personal experience adopting a dog that later tested positive for heartworm, requiring expensive treatment that resulted in the dog's death after complications from spaying while heartworm positive. She advocated for mandatory heartworm testing before adoption. Lorrie Johns praised Doug Morgan and the shelter staff. Sherri Walker called for better collaboration between all parties. Colleen Fisher praised animal control and offered her expertise in animal rescue and grant writing. A discussion ensued. Commissioner Vargas excused himself due to family emergency. 8. Public Hearings and/or Ordinances 28 Section 6, Item B.

Regular Commission Meeting April 09, 2026 A. ORDINANCE 2025-09 (first reading) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LABELLE, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE 2020-04 FOR A PROPERTY KNOWN AS KMJ INVESTMENTS PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT, A 2+/-ACRE PROPERTY LOCATED IMMEDIATELY NORTH OF STATE ROAD 80, APPROXIMATELY ¼ MILE EAST OF HUGGETTS ROAD INTO THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF LABELLE, FLORIDA; AMENDING THE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL; PROVIDING FOR INTENT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. City Attorney Derek Rooney read Ordinance 2025-09 title into the record. Patty Kulak gave a brief explanation of Ordinance 2025-09. Public Hearing Opened Comments received by the following individuals: Bob Burns stated that while his community spent considerable time on the original approval, they have no objection to the extension if the wall and stormwater management requirements remain in place. Public Hearing Closed Motion made by Commissioner Spratt to approve Ordinance 2025-09, Seconded by Commissioner Holland. Mayor called for the question. A discussion ensued. Motion passed unanimously. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Holland B. ORDINANCE 2026-07 (first reading) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LABELLE, FLORIDA; AMENDING CHAPTER 4, ARTICLE V, SECTION 4-82 OF THE CITY OF LABELLE LAND DEVELOMPENT CODE, AMENDING USES REQUIRING SPECIAL EXCEPTION APPROVAL IN THE STATE ROAD 80 OVERLAY DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION, SEVERABILITY, CONFLICTS AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. City Attorney Derek Rooney read Ordinance 2026-07 title into the record. Patty Kulak gave a brief explanation of Ordinance 2026-07. Public Hearing Opened No Comments. Public Hearing Closed Motion made by Vice Mayor Ratica to approve Ordinance 2026-07, Seconded by Commissioner Holland. Mayor Julie called for the question. A discussion ensued. Motion passed unanimously. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Holland 9. Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items (Limited to 3 minutes per person) No speakers. 10. City Related Business by Commissioners 29 Section 6, Item B.

Regular Commission Meeting April 09, 2026 Superintendent Mitchell Wills presented emergency bid items for the commission to approve. Motion made by Commissioner Spratt to approve the M&S Spray Foam Insulation bid for $17,159 for City Hall and Civic Center insulation., Seconded by Vice Mayor Ratica. Mayor Julie called for the question. Motion passed unanimously. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Holland Motion made by Commissioner Spratt to approve accepting the lowest bid for animal control kennels, Seconded by Commissioner Holland. Mayor Julie called for the question. Motion passed unanimously. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Holland Motion made by Commissioner Spratt to approve accepting the Paint Authority bid of $3,500 for City Hall brick cleaning and sealing, Seconded by Commissioner Holland. Mayor Julie called for the question. Motion passed unanimously. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Holland Motion made by Commissioner Spratt to approve accepting the lowest bid for sidewalk replacement around Barron Park, Seconded by Commissioner Holland. Mayor Julie called for the question. Motion passed 3-0. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Holland Voting Abstaining: Vice Mayor Ratica Commissioner Spratt raised concerns about ongoing flooding at Moss Landing, where recent rains resulted in standing water in four homes. She requested the commission consider renting a pump to provide relief while negotiations continue with the property owners. Public Works Superintendent Mitchell Wills explained that a six-inch pump rental would cost approximately $2,800 monthly and that the property owners have been collaborating with engineers but face delays due to pipe ownership issues. City Attorney Derek Rooney noted concerns about the city providing services for a private for-profit property without compensation but agreed emergency assistance could be justified. Wells will contact the property owners about potential cost reimbursement. Motion made by Commissioner Spratt to approve the rental of a pump for Moss Landing for one month, with staff attempting to negotiate reimbursement from the property owners, Seconded by Vice Mayor Ratica. Mayor Julie called for the question. A discussion ensued. Motion passed unanimously. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Holland Mayor Wilkins - 16th Annual Call of the Wild Earth Week April 20-23, 2026 Mayor Wilkins announced that three commissioners are up for reelection in the August primary and reminded everyone of the Call of the Wild Earth Week celebration scheduled for April 20-23 at Captain Hendry House. She thanked all participants in the centennial celebration and expressed interest in partnering with churches for regular senior social events. 30 Section 6, Item B.

Regular Commission Meeting April 09, 2026 11. Adjournment Motion made by Commissioner Spratt to adjourn the meeting, Seconded by Vice Mayor Ratica. Mayor Julie called for the question. Motion passed unanimously. Voting Yea: Mayor Wilkins, Vice Mayor Ratica, Commissioner Spratt, Commissioner Holland There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Wilkins adjourned the meeting at 7:40 PM. _________________________________ Julie C. Wilkins, Mayor _______________________________________ ATTEST: Tijauna Warner, MPA, MMC, City Clerk 31 Section 6, Item B.

Authorized By: Chief Deputy Kevin Nelson Approved by: Lt. Hudson Hendry County Sheriff's Office City of LaBelle Crime Report for May 2026 Meeting Dates: 04/01/2026-04/26/2026 3-Year Analysis 2024-2026 2024 2025 2026 Homicide 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Person Crimes 29 42 24 Robbery 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 Sex Crime 1 1 1 1 3 4 6 Assault 1 1 1 0 2 10 0 Battery - Simple 1 0 2 0 2 11 11 Domestic 1 2 6 5 13 17 10 TOTAL 4 4 10 6 20 42 29 2024 2025 2026 Stolen Vehicle 0 0 1 0 1 8 6 Property Crimes 97 47 18 Theft - Construction 0 0 1 0 1 0 1 - Residential 1 1 3 2 6 12 36 - Retail 1 1 0 0 1 1 11 Burglary - Residential 0 1 0 1 2 7 6 - Business 0 0 0 0 0 1 4 - Vehicle 1 1 2 0 3 2 17 Criminal Mischief 0 1 0 0 1 16 16 TOTAL 3 5 7 3 15 47 97 Property Crimes Apr Person Crimes Mar Jan. 2026 Feb Mar Feb Jan. 2026 YTD 2026 Apr YTD 2024 YTD 2025 YTD 2024 YTD 2025 YTD 2026 29 42 24 Person Crimes 2024 2025 2026 97 47 18 Property Crimes 2024 2025 2026 Prepared by Analyst White 04/27/2026 32 Section 6, Item C.

District 1 District 2 City of LaBelle 2024 14,888 17,920 7,769 2025 25,133 30,964 12,043 2026 17,026 34,063 7,845 CAD CallsOffense Reports D/S Hull 92 5 D/S Bell 42 3 D1 Deputies D/S Hull D/S Bell Business Checks497 20 2 Residential Checks608 34 0 Security Checks 0 0 0 Traffic Stops 336 5 4 Warrants 31 0 1 Arrests 59 5 3 District 1 District 2 City of LaBelle 2024 14,888 17,920 7,769 2025 25,133 30,964 12,043 2026 17,026 34,063 7,845 Year-to-Date Call Summary, by District CAD Calls Offense Reports D/S Hull 92 5 D/S Bell 42 3 City Units D1 Deputies D/S Hull D/S Bell Business Checks 497 20 2 Residential Checks 608 34 0 Security Checks 0 0 0 Traffic Stops 336 5 4 Warrants 31 0 1 Arrests 59 5 3 City of LaBelle 33 Section 6, Item C.

LABELLE FIRE DEPARTMENT C H I E F B R E N T R . S T E V E N S 280 S Main St LaBelle, FL 33935 863-675-1537 bstevens@citylabelle.com jhubbard@citylabelle.com Agenda Items LaBelle Fire Department Response: • April Calls- 57 • Public Relation Events-5 Engine Status • All Engines are in working order Truck Repairs • All trucks are in working order. County Response • LaBelle Fire Department has responded 60 times for mutual aid to outlining areas since 10/1/2025. Station • Station Hardening is awaiting bid approval from Commission. Thank You, Chief Brent Stevens LaBelle Fire Department 863-234-8639 34 Section 6, Item C.

May 4, 2026 City of LaBelle Page No: 1 09:42 AM Cash Receipts Totals from 04/01/26 to 04/30/26 Range: PID: First to Last Range of Util Accounts: First to Last : Range of Customers: First to Last : Range of Codes: BUI to BUI Range of Years: First to 2027 Range of Periods: 1 to 12 Range of Batch Ids: First to Last Range of Dates: 04/01/26 to 04/30/26 Range of Reference #s: First to Last Range of Sections: First to Last Name to Print: Bill To Print Ref Num: N Payment Type Includes: Sp Charges: Y Prop Lien: N Sp Assmnt: Y Water: Y Sewer: Y Voucher Agency: Y Garbage: Y Invoice: Y Misc: Y Payment Method Includes: Cash: Y Check: Y Credit: Y Voucher: N VT: Y Range of Installment Due Dates: First to Last Print Only Miscellaneous w/Parcel Id: N Sort Miscellaneous Payments by Utility Account: N Print Only Miscellaneous w/Utility Id: N -------------------------- Principal ------------------------- Code Description Count Arrears/Other Fiscal 2025 Fiscal 2026 Fiscal 2027 Interest Total BUI BUILDING DEPT PYMTS 99 9,447.25 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 9,447.25 Invoice Payments 99 9,447.25 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 9,447.25 Payments Total: 99 9,447.25 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 9,447.25 Cash O/S Total: 0 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 NSF Reversals Total: 0 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Total: 99 9,447.25 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 9,447.25 Total Cash: 0.00 Total Check: 8,187.86 Total Credit: 0.00 Total V Term: 1,259.39 35 Section 6, Item C.

May 4, 2026 City of LaBelle Page No: 1 09:43 AM Permit Fee Report Totals Range: First to Last Issue Date Range: 04/01/26 to 04/30/26 **Indicates payment is in batch NOTE: Too many Building Codes included in this report. The totals are correct, but please print to Excel to see the complete detail. Alteration Cost New Volume BP D2Y BP D2Z TOTAL BUILDING CONTRACTOR RSRC ELECTRICAL MECHANICAL PL ROW PL UA LT PLAN REVIEW PLANNING PLUMBING Grand Totals: 1,277,662.83 0 PAID: 0.00 0.00 15,099.09 9,210.62 12,017.00 0.00 1,073.60 702.31 0.00 0.00 0.00 500.00 420.00 PERMIT COUNT: 0 0 29 28 0 3 3 0 0 0 1 5 BP SURC2 - Bldg Code Admin & Inspect Brd BP SURCH - FL Building Commission Surchar 1. Number of permits issued at the minimum surcharge rate 15 x $2 $ 30.00 1. Number of permits issued at the minimum surcharge rate 19 x $2 $ 38.00 2. Permit fees collected at other than minimum surcharge $ 12,992.43 2. Permit fees collected at other than minimum surcharge $ 12,330.43 3. Surcharge amount due (1.5% of line 2 or line 2 x 1.5) $ 194.89 3. Surcharge amount due (1.0% of line 2 or line 2 x 0.010) $ 123.30 4. Total of Lines 1 & 3 $ 224.89 4. Total of Lines 1 & 3 $ 161.30 5. Less surcharge amount retained (10% of line 4 or line 4 x 0.10) $ 22.49 5. Less surcharge amount retained (10% of line 4 or line 4 x 0.10) $ 16.13 6. Surcharge amount due (line 4 less line 5) $ 202.40 6. Surcharge amount due (line 4 less line 5) $ 145.17 *NOTE: This report contains only PAID & WAIVED fees. 36 Section 6, Item C.

Monthly Status Report March 2026 City of LaBelle, FL Prepared for Mayor Julie Wilkins April 22, 2026 woodardcurran.com 37 Section 6, Item C.

City of LaBelle, Florida i Woodard & Curran, Inc. Monthly Status Report TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE NO. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ........................................................................................................................... ES-1 1. SAFETY .............................................................................................................................................1-1 1.1 Monthly Safety Training ................................................................................................................................... 1-1 1.2 Safety Audit Update .......................................................................................................................................... 1-1 2. FOG PROGRAM UPDATES .............................................................................................................2-1 3. ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE ACTIVITY .................................................................................3-1 3.1 Environmental Compliance Activity .............................................................................................................. 3-1 3.2 Upcoming Compliance Events ........................................................................................................................ 3-1 4. CONSTRUCTION .............................................................................................................................4-1 4.2 Sentry Probe Events .......................................................................................................................................... 3-1 5. WASTEWATER TREATMENT ...................................