Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Pasco County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in water utilities with medium priority
Solar Power Opportunities on County Property
Staff proposed floating solar panels on the Boyette and Land O' Lakes reservoirs — potentially netting $1.7M and $7.5M over 30 years — plus a solar parking canopy concept. Commissioners liked the returns but want more homework on storm risk, warranties, and insurance first.
Landscaping water use and reclaimed water supply
The county is promoting Fix a Leak Week during a Phase Two modified water shortage, and the utilities department calls residents about suspected leaks — which Commissioner Yeager said caught a $615 leak at her own home.
Wesley Chapel wastewater plant procurement reset
County Administrator Mike Carballa told the board the county is rejecting the shortlisted design-build firms for the Wesley Chapel wastewater treatment plant expansion and will re-solicit, changing how the project is approached.
Septic-to-sewer funding for Riverside Village
Commissioner Starkey learned a consultant got a nearby septic-to-sewer project 100% funded with state CDBG money and pushed staff to apply for the same funding for Elfords and C. Pines.
$95 Million Solid Waste Revenue Bonds
The county authorized up to $95 million in revenue bonds to fund solid waste system equipment and improvements — paid from the system, not the general fund.