FY 2026 Adopted Budget - Flipbook - Page 46
substance abuse treatment.
¾ Increase the presence of law enforcement in high-crime areas through targeted patrols and
strategic deployment strategies.
¾ Continue partnership with LCSO (Lake County Sheriff’s Office) through an assignment of one
of our officers to SIB (Special Investigation Branch).
¾ Have an officer work with Development Services to provide Crime Prevention Through
Environmental Design (CPTED) input to new businesses and residential construction.
¾ Work more closely with HOA’s.
¾ Continue partnership with Crime Line in solving crimes.
6. Improve the quality of life
¾ Address homelessness.
¾ Partner with merchants, churches, and social service agencies.
¾ Enhance community partnerships.
¾ Enhance neighborhood watch efforts by increasing participation.
¾ Collaborate with business merchants and citizens to make use of existing electronic
surveillance video systems.
¾ Conduct resident surveys after calls for service.
¾ Integrate updated technology.
¾ Install camera systems for real-time monitoring:
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High-crime areas
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Business districts
¾ Install lightening detection devices at Ferran Park/Aquatics Center, Sunset Island Park, and
Carver Park to improve safety during rainy seasons.
7. Collaborate with the Community Traffic Safety Team (CTST) of Lake County.
¾ The Police Department continues to assist in street crossing during City events and has
installed a message board on Bay Street to remind drivers to yield to pedestrians.
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Address transportation problems throughout the City and work with the County to
address larger transportation issues
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The City’s involvement has resulted in improvements to North Grove Street, SR 19 and the
downtown corridor planning
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Continued implementation of the School Speed Zone Traffic Cameras
¾ Public Works continues to maintain and construct new sidewalks FY 2025/26 projects include:
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The FDOT project to install flashing beacons for a pedestrian crossing at Magnolia
Avenue and add raised intersections and produce a pedestrian friendly roadway for both
Bay Street and Grove Street was completed in FY 2025
8. Protect the natural environment and preserve clean air and water resources using
economically sound principles.
¾ The Wetland Hybrid Treatment Plant has removed 932 pounds of phosphates and 46,908
pounds of nitrates since the plant became operational.
¾ The Water Department continues the expansion of its reclaimed water distribution system to
facilitate conservation and reuse within the community.
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