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Treasure Trove

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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 15, 2026.

Public comments (4)

SupportiveJerome HenningOct 15, 2026

The owner of the Treasure Trove property appeared to answer any questions the committee had about the site being submitted for purchase.

Board of County Commissioners - Oct 15, 2026 · 7:37 →
SupportiveRay HaydenOct 15, 2026

A resident of the Treasure Trove area, he voiced his and his neighbors' support for purchasing the parcel.

Board of County Commissioners - Oct 15, 2026 · 8:21 →
SupportiveLisa HaydenOct 15, 2026

She flagged site-work permits already on the property, flood risk to nearby 65-foot-elevation homes if the developer's pump system fails, 2,000 homes under construction along CR-44, and wildlife including bald eagles, wood storks, and black bears.

Board of County Commissioners - Oct 15, 2026 · 9:01 →
SupportiveLisa HaydenOct 15, 2026

Returning during the Treasure Trove discussion, she emphasized the parcel's easy neighborhood frontage on East Treasure Island Avenue and noted the loss of the Emeralda Marsh Area Four access, arguing the purchase would restore a lost park.

Board of County Commissioners - Oct 15, 2026 · 34:02 →