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Town of Lantana
Lantana, FL | Official Website Skip to Main Content Town Advisory Town Council Workshop Series #8 and Regular Town Council Meeting - 10/12/2026 Read On... Understanding Your Property Taxes Read On... Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. Website Sign In Search News & Events Stay informed Adoption of the FY 2026/27 Budget On 09/08 and 09/17/2026, the Town held its First and Second Public Budget Hearings. During the meetings, the Finance Director provided a high-level su... Read on... Community Meeting: Florida Amendment 3 and Ballot Questions Pertaining to Town Charter On 09/28/2026, the Town held a Community Meeting at the Town Council Chambers covering two (2) topics: Florida Amendment 3 and the proposed Town Chart... Read on... Town Manager Report The September Town Manager Report is now available! Please click the link below to read the full report. Stay informed and stay connected! Read on... Understanding Your Property Taxes Property taxes are the main source of revenue for local governments and play a vital role in maintaining essential community services. Read on... View All News /CivicAlerts.aspx Meetings Events Meetings October 2026 S M T W T F S 27 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Thu, Oct. 8 Sports Park FRDAP Grant Public Input Meeting Mon, Oct. 12 Town Council Workshop Series #8 Mon, Oct. 12 Town Council Meeting View All Events /Calendar.aspx Events October 2026 S M T W T F S 27 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Thu, Oct. 8 Sports Park FRDAP Grant Public Input Meeting Mon, Oct. 12 Town Council Workshop Series #8 Mon, Oct. 12 Town Council Meeting View All Events /Calendar.aspx Government Websites by CivicPlus® Loading Loading Do Not Show Again Close Arrow Left Arrow Right [] Slideshow Left Arrow Slideshow Right Arrow
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Town of Lantana
Lantana, FL | Official Website Skip to Main Content Town Advisory Town Council Workshop Series #8 and Regular Town Council Meeting - 10/12/2026 Read On... Understanding Your Property Taxes Read On... Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. Website Sign In Search News & Events Stay informed Adoption of the FY 2026/27 Budget On 09/08 and 09/17/2026, the Town held its First and Second Public Budget Hearings. During the meetings, the Finance Director provided a high-level su... Read on... Community Meeting: Florida Amendment 3 and Ballot Questions Pertaining to Town Charter On 09/28/2026, the Town held a Community Meeting at the Town Council Chambers covering two (2) topics: Florida Amendment 3 and the proposed Town Chart... Read on... Town Manager Report The September Town Manager Report is now available! Please click the link below to read the full report. Stay informed and stay connected! Read on... Understanding Your Property Taxes Property taxes are the main source of revenue for local governments and play a vital role in maintaining essential community services. Read on... View All News /CivicAlerts.aspx Meetings Events Meetings October 2026 S M T W T F S 27 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Thu, Oct. 8 Sports Park FRDAP Grant Public Input Meeting Mon, Oct. 12 Town Council Workshop Series #8 Mon, Oct. 12 Town Council Meeting View All Events /Calendar.aspx Events October 2026 S M T W T F S 27 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Thu, Oct. 8 Sports Park FRDAP Grant Public Input Meeting Mon, Oct. 12 Town Council Workshop Series #8 Mon, Oct. 12 Town Council Meeting View All Events /Calendar.aspx Government Websites by CivicPlus® Loading Loading Do Not Show Again Close Arrow Left Arrow Right [] Slideshow Left Arrow Slideshow Right Arrow
Community Relations Board Meeting
Community Relations Board Meeting
Local Planning Agency Meeting
Local Planning Agency 9:00 AM Calendar • Local Planning Agency 9:00 AM Skip to Main Content Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. Website Sign In REPORT A CONCERN /QuickLinks.aspx Search Home Calendar Calendar View all calendars is the default. Choose Select a Calendar to view a specific calendar.Select the arrows on either side of the current month to change the month. Search Calendars by: Start Date End Date Enter Search Terms
Lee County Elections to conduct testing of voting equipment for the 2026 general election
Lee County Elections to conduct testing of voting equipment for the 2026 general election • Lee County Elections, FL On Friday, Oct. 9, at 9 a.m., the Lee County Supervisor of Elections Office will conduct a logic and accuracy test of the election systems and voting equipment that will be used in the 2026 general election. In accordance with Florida law, the Elections Office will test the tabulators used for vote-by-mail, early voting and Election Day voting. Logic and accuracy testing verifies that the election systems and voting equipment are functioning properly and counting votes accurately. Testing will take place on the third floor of the Melvin Morgan Constitutional Complex, 2480 Thompson St., Fort Myers. The test is open to the public and will be conducted in the presence of the Lee County Canvassing Board. The members of the Canvassing Board for the 2026 general election are Lee County Judge Devin George, chair of the Canvassing Board; Investigative Supervisor Steven A. Scalici of the State Attorney's Office for the 20th Judicial Circuit; and City of Fort Myers Ward 5 Councilman Fred Burson. Canvassing Board alternates are Lee County Judge Javier Pacheco and Lee County Elections Branch Manager Jennifer Erickson. Lee County Supervisor of Elections Jenna Persons-Mulicka will not serve on the Canvassing Board for the general election because she is a candidate on the ballot. She will continue to perform her duties, including serving in an advisory capacity to the Board, as required by Florida statute. Chief Judge J. Frank Porter of the 20th Judicial Circuit appointed Councilman Burson to serve on the Board in her place. For more information regarding the logic and accuracy test and Canvassing Board meetings, visit https://www.lee.vote/265/Canvassing-Board. The mission of the Lee County Supervisor of Elections is to deliver superior election services to the voters of Lee County.
Sand Available Ahead of Tropical Storm Isaias
In anticipation of heavy rainfall associated with Tropical Storm Isaias this weekend, Bay County has placed sand for bagging available to the public at McElvey Road off Thomas Drive in Panama City Beach and at Majette Yard off Firetower Road. Bags will not be provided but are available for purchase at area hardware stores. Several municipalities are also providing sand to residents; please see the graphic below. For specific or additional information, please call the municipality directly. For the most current information from the Bay County Emergency Operations Center, monitor local media outlets, follow this page and ensure that you are signed up for emergency alerts at www.alertbay.org.
Visit Tavares
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Simply Married
We offer simple 5-minute weddings on Wednesday's, as a special service of the Tavares Pavilion on the Lake. If you don't have time for an elaborate ceremony, but still want a memorable wedding day choose Simply Married by calling 352-253-4300 for an appointment today. About the Ceremony Tavares Pavilion on the Lake offers a simple alternative to courthouse weddings in a beautiful setting located in our Pavilion Gardens. Simple ceremonies are $75 and are available on Wednesday's from the hours of 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Advance appointments are required; please call 352-253-4300 to schedule. A valid marriage license must be obtained in advance, issued by a Florida Clerk of the Circuit Court. All marriages are performed by a Notary Public. You can dress up, or come as you are. The civil ceremony performed is very simple, dignified and nondenominational. Like a traditional courthouse wedding, the ceremony is only a few minutes long. Couples may write their own vows, within the parameters of the time allotted. Pricing and Fees The $75 fee for Simply Married includes: A licensed Florida Notary Public as officiate A simple 5 minute recitation of vows Ceremony is performed with wedding party and guests standing Signing of the marriage license by Florida Notary Public The fee for Simply Married does not include: Music Flowers Chairs or other seating Candle or unity ceremony
Parking
The Tavares Pavilion offers ample parking options in close proximity to the facility. There is a convenient parking lot located off the roundabout. Additionally, you can find parking spaces in Wooton Park and nearby on-street parking. Just down the street, you'll also find the Lake County Parking Garage, which provides 1,555 parking spaces for easy access. Printable Map Parking Map (PDF)
Exterior Lighting
As an added benefit of booking with the Tavares Pavilion on the Lake, staff has the ability to accent the front of the facility to celebrate your event. Please see the below options available. Soft White Amber Light Red Bright Red Light Green Dark Green Light Blue Dark Blue Magneta Purple Violet Bright Pink Soft Pink Teal Aqua Gold Red, White & Blue Red & Green Red & White Blue & White Blue & Green Pink & Purple Pink & Blue Pink & Gold Gold & Purple Gold & Green Purple & Aqua Amber & Blue
Rental Rates
Rental Rates The Tavares Pavilion has a variety of meeting rooms and event spaces available for your rental needs. Facilities can be booked up to 18 months in advance and are first-come, first-served. To secure the reservation, an initial payment of 50% of the rental fee and 50% of sales tax shall be paid to the City of Tavares upon the signing of the contract. Pavilion Space Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Fridays 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Grand Ballroom Upper Level $200 per hour $250 per hour Grand Ballroom Lower Level $150 per hour $200 per hour Conference Room $100 per hour $150 per hour Pavilion Space Monday through Thursday8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Fridays 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Grand Ballroom Upper Level $800 $800 Grand Ballroom Lower Level $650 $650 Conference Room $400 $400 Full Building Rental $1,750 $1,750 Additional Block Extension Hourly Rate $350 per hour N/A Pavilion Space Monday Through Wednesday6 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Grand Ballroom Upper Level $950 Grand Ballroom Lower Level $800 Conference Room $400 Full Building Rental $1,750 Additional Block Extension Hourly Rate $350 per hour Day Time Block Full Facility Rental Fee Additional Block Extension Hourly Rate Thursday Evening 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. $2,200 $400 per hour Friday Evening 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. $3,500 $600 per hour Saturday, Holiday, Sunday Prior to a Monday Holiday Any 8 hour block 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. $6,000 $750 per hour Sunday Any 6 hour block10 a.m. to 11 p.m. $3,500 $600 per hour New Year's Eve Any 8 hour block within permitted hours respectively $8,000 $1,000 per hour * Rates are subject to change, and do not include tax, security deposit, or event insurance Holidays Holidays include Martin Luther King Day, President's Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, the Friday after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Eve. (Holiday rate applies regardless of day of week.) The Pavilion will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. Holidays that fall prior to a Monday include Martin Luther King Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, and Labor Day. (If any other holiday falls on a Monday, the rate of $6,000 would then apply - i.e., Veterans Day, etc.)
Tour the Pavilion
On-Site Tour The Tavares Pavilion on the Lake is a very busy place and to make the most of your visit, we ask that you make an appointment in advance by email or by calling 352-253-4300. One of our Pavilion Specialists will personally escort you on a tour of the facility and answer any questions that you may have specific to your planned event. Video Tours Virtual Tour We know how busy you are, so if you can't make time to tour the Tavares Pavilion in person, we hope that this virtual tour will provide you with a closer look at our unique venue.
Professional Accomplishments
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Traffic Division
Staff Directory • Traffic Division Home Directory Clerk’s Judicial Offices Traffic Division Traffic Division Hours Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Physical Address 190 W Government Street Room 13001, 1st Floor Pensacola, FL 32502 Mailing Address Traffic P.O. Box 333 Pensacola, FL 32591-0333 Phone Number 850-595-4360 Back to Directory
Holiday Decorations
The Tavares Pavilion on the Lake is decorated in a traditional approach during the Christmas Season. It should be noted that the holiday décor could be in place as early as the week before Thanksgiving, throughout the month of December, and as late as the second week of January. Our decorations may vary from year to year in color and content and the City reserves the right to make these design decisions.
Commission Agendas & Minutes
Commission Agendas & Minutes | Dania Beach, Florida Coming Soon: New Website Design Launches on Monday, May 18. Read On... Home My Account Printer Friendly Email Page Contact Us Hear This Page RSS Site Map Translate Page Notifications Documents Help Facebook Twitter Pinterest Delicious Blogger LinkedIn Search Feature Links Agendas & Minutes Commission Agendas & Minutes Public Comment Forms: City Commission | CRA | Planning & Zoning | Special Magistrate Watch Meetings: YOUTUBE | Comcast Channel 78 Business Impact Estimate of Proposed Ordinances
Staff Liaisons
What is a Staff Liaison? Each Parkland advisory board has an assigned staff liaison. The word liaison is used deliberately by the City to describe the nature of the staff role in relation to the board. A liaison is defined as one who maintains communication. Responsibilities While Parkland’s board liaisons have some differing duties depending on past board practice, time availability, and departmental resources, in general Parkland’s staff liaisons are responsible for: Ensuring that meeting notifications and record keeping occurs consistent with applicable State laws Serving as a communication link between the board, City administration, departments, and the City Commission, as appropriate Providing professional guidance, issue analysis, and recommendations Making sure the intent of the advisory board is not lost after a decision, and that it is conveyed to the City Commission in a timely manner Assisting the advisory board in staying on track and focused Presenting advisory board recommendations to the City Commission Maintaining a positive working relationship with the Chair and board members The liaisons are staff professionals with significant work responsibilities in addition to their board liaison activities. In general, the liaisons are individuals who have significant staff responsibilities that relate to the same work area as the board. The liaisons do not work for or at the direction of the board. They are professionals who work with the board to develop information and recommendations for Commission consideration.
Inverness City Council Meeting
Reminder: The upcoming Inverness City Council Meeting on October 20th, 2026 will be held at the Valerie Theatre, 207 Courthouse Square, Inverness, FL 34450, due to early voting taking place at the Inverness Government Center. The Council meeting begins at 5:30 PM. Please Note: The next City Council Meeting following the October 20th meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 4th, 2026, at the Valerie Theatre, 207 Courthouse Square, Inverness, FL 34450, due to Election Day taking place on November 3rd.
First-Time Homebuyer Purchase Assistance Program
First-Time Homebuyer Purchase Assistance Program | Tamarac, FL - Official Website Skip to Main Content Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. Website Sign In Home Departments Community Development Housing Administration First-Time Homebuyer Purchase Assistance Program First-Time Homebuyer Purchase Assistance Program Eligible Applicants will be invited to apply online starting Monday, November 2, 2026 at 10 A.M. Overview The First-Time Homebuyer Purchase Assistance Program (FTHB) provides down payment and closing cost assistance to income-eligible first-time homebuyers purchasing a home within the City of Tamarac. Who is a first-time homebuyer? Applicants who: Do not currently own a home or did not own a home (house, condo, townhouse, etc.) in the last three (3) years. A single parent who has only owned a home with a former spouse while married (displaced due to divorce within the last three years. Considered on a case-by-case). An individual who is a displaced homemaker and has only owned with a spouse. An individual who has only owned a principal residence not permanently affixed to a permanent foundation in accordance with applicable program regulations Additional program information FTHB applications are processed on a first-come, first-ready, first-complete basis: ✅ First-come, First-ready - Applicants who are pre-approved by a lender and under contract to purchase a property in the city and who have completed the following program requirements: 8-hr Homebuying Counseling class from a HUD-approved Housing Counseling Agency A one-on-one financial counseling from the City’s HUD-approved Housing Counseling agenciesOasis of HopeClick on: Click Here to Register Housing Foundation Of AmericaClick on: Contact Us > Schedule Now > Pre-Purchase Home Buyer Counseling A completed Loan Application A 1008-Uniform Underwriting and Submittal Summary First-complete –A due diligence review of the entire file by city staff to verify and confirm FTHB eligibility. ✅ City Staff will coordinate with the closing agent. ✅ The FTHB applicant is the primary point of contact throughout the city's FTHB process and must provide reliable contact method(s) in the application. FTHB applicant must: Obtain a first mortgage for the maximum amount you qualify for, with a fixed interest rate and no pre-payment penalty. The maximum purchase price allowed is $568,577. Not have defaulted on a mortgage within the last seven (7) years. Contribute a minimum of 3% (mortgage industry standards) of the contract price towards closing. Acquire the property within six (6) months of the FTHB approval notice. FTHB Household Income Eligibility To qualify, your total annual gross household income must not exceed the amounts listed in the chart below: HOUSEHOLDSIZEAREA MEDIAN INCOME 30%50%80% 1$26,650$44,350$71,000 2$30,450$50,700$81,150 3$34,250$57,000$91,300 4$38,050$63,400$101,400 Annually Media Income (AMI) limits are subject to change by HUD on an annual basis. 📌 Maximum Purchase Assistance ✔ $85,000 → If your household income is **50% or less** than AMI. ✔ $75,000 → If your household income is **80% or less** than AMI. ✔ $40,000 → If your household income is **above 80% AMI but at or below 120% AMI**. Note: Limited funding availability for FTHB applicant at 120% AMI. Application 🖥️ Application Instructions: Application Link will be provided to the Neighborly website upon the successful completion of the one-on-one counseling class. ⏳ Processing Time: Processing time is contingent upon the successful completion of the one-on-one counseling class [plan accordingly]. 📌 Submission Deadline: Submit all required documents within the timeframe to avoid application denial. Application processing will continue until funds have been exhausted or at the end of the program year, whichever comes first. Note: Unfunded applicants are removed from the system at the end of each program year. Applicants who were not assisted must submit a new application. Important Documents 📁 Certified HUD Counseling Agencies for the eight (8) hour Class. Version Options Down Payment Assistance Headline 📁 One-on-one counseling Agencies. 📁 Program Document Checklist. Version Options Down Payment Assistance Headline 📁 Things Homebuyers Should Know. Version Options Down Payment Assistance Headline 📁 Lender Guidelines. Version Options Down Payment Assistance Headline External Purchase Assistance Program Broward County Affordable Housing Trust Fund Homeownership Program The Housing and Urban Planning Division offers Affordable Housing Trust Funds (ATHF) to qualified buyers. Assistance is provided as a deferred-payment second mortgage at 0% interest and a 15-year term Click Here Version Options Down Payment Assistance Headline to learn more. Click Here Version Options Down Payment Assistance Headline for Flyer Information Help For additional questions or concerns regarding the program, please contact: Monday - Thursday8 A.M. - 5 P.M. EST [email protected] Housing Division Phone (954) 597-3549 Florida Relay 711 (800) 955-8770 Voice (800) 955-8771 TTY Terms of Use Privacy Policy /QuickLinks.aspx
Community Relations Board Meeting
Community Relations Board Meeting
Local Planning Agency Meeting
Local Planning Agency 9:00 AM Calendar • Local Planning Agency 9:00 AM Skip to Main Content Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. Website Sign In REPORT A CONCERN /QuickLinks.aspx Search Home Calendar Calendar View all calendars is the default. Choose Select a Calendar to view a specific calendar.Select the arrows on either side of the current month to change the month. Search Calendars by: Start Date End Date Enter Search Terms
Visit Tavares
Visit Tavares www.Tavares.org https://blog.visitlakefl.com/explore-tavares-florida/ https://www.visitflorida.com/places-to-go/central/tavares/
Simply Married
We offer simple 5-minute weddings on Wednesday's, as a special service of the Tavares Pavilion on the Lake. If you don't have time for an elaborate ceremony, but still want a memorable wedding day choose Simply Married by calling 352-253-4300 for an appointment today. About the Ceremony Tavares Pavilion on the Lake offers a simple alternative to courthouse weddings in a beautiful setting located in our Pavilion Gardens. Simple ceremonies are $75 and are available on Wednesday's from the hours of 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Advance appointments are required; please call 352-253-4300 to schedule. A valid marriage license must be obtained in advance, issued by a Florida Clerk of the Circuit Court. All marriages are performed by a Notary Public. You can dress up, or come as you are. The civil ceremony performed is very simple, dignified and nondenominational. Like a traditional courthouse wedding, the ceremony is only a few minutes long. Couples may write their own vows, within the parameters of the time allotted. Pricing and Fees The $75 fee for Simply Married includes: A licensed Florida Notary Public as officiate A simple 5 minute recitation of vows Ceremony is performed with wedding party and guests standing Signing of the marriage license by Florida Notary Public The fee for Simply Married does not include: Music Flowers Chairs or other seating Candle or unity ceremony
Tour the Pavilion
On-Site Tour The Tavares Pavilion on the Lake is a very busy place and to make the most of your visit, we ask that you make an appointment in advance by email or by calling 352-253-4300. One of our Pavilion Specialists will personally escort you on a tour of the facility and answer any questions that you may have specific to your planned event. Video Tours Virtual Tour We know how busy you are, so if you can't make time to tour the Tavares Pavilion in person, we hope that this virtual tour will provide you with a closer look at our unique venue.
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