Council advances Isla Carroll rezoning on first reading over objections about equestrian character On first reading Jan. 12 the Wellington Village Council voted 3–2 to advance a rezoning that would convert the 79.17‑acre Isla Carroll property to a planned unit development (PUD) with a polo‑centered plan and 40 dwelling lots; supporters pointed to a 45‑year agreement with the U.S. Polo Association to preserve the field, while opponents said the plan fails the equestrian‑preserve standard in code section 6.8.0.8.

The Wellington Village Council's controversial vote to rezone the Isla Carroll property has ignited fierce debate over the future of equestrian living in the area.

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Wellington International details $6.5M in upgrades, bigger purses and 2027 stadium target Wellington International representatives told the Equestrian Preserve Committee they invested about $6.5 million in facilities and hospitality, raised prize purses (including a $1,000,000 finale) and aim to open a new stadium for 2027 if required county and village permits are obtained.

Wellington International is investing $6.5 million in upgrades and raising prize money to establish itself as the premier horse sports destination—are you ready for the new stadium in 2027?

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Committee asks council to study adding roughly 588 acres to equestrian preserve; staff to prepare amendments The Equestrian Preserve Committee unanimously voted to ask council to direct staff to prepare village-initiated comp-plan and land-development amendments to expand the preserve boundary by about 588 acres (including ~177.93 acres of agricultural land), and to notify affected landowners.

The Equestrian Preserve Committee is pushing for a massive 588-acre expansion, including nearly 178 acres currently used for agriculture, to enhance the cherished green space!

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