Rep. Spencer warns of state preemption, outlines $3.2M in possible local projects in Winter Garden update State Representative Spencer briefed the commission on the extended legislative session, criticizing bills he described as state overreach (notably a DEI prohibition he cited as "House Bill 1,001"), outlining proposed caps on e‑bike speeds, PFAS firefighting‑foam phase‑out, and approximately $3.2 million in district infrastructure investments earmarked for Winter Garden area projects.

State Representative Spencer is sounding the alarm on potential state overreach, while unveiling a $3.2 million plan for local infrastructure projects in Winter Garden.

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Commission approves landscaping, stormwater and IT contracts and several special events The commission approved purchase orders for Marsh Road landscaping ($222,785.88) and Roper Drive stormwater improvements ($241,381.80), authorized Palmetto Water Treatment Plant repairs and a CrowdStrike renewal, and approved downtown events including Small Business Saturday and a spring festival with a $1,000 fee waiver.

Winter Garden is gearing up for exciting upgrades and events, from landscaping improvements to a festive downtown celebration—big changes are on the horizon!

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