The Board of Sumter County Commissioners proclaimed November 15 through November 21 as Hunger and Homeless Awareness Week at their meeting on November 10, 2009. [Additional info...]

There will be NO Special Master hearing for the month of November.

The effective date for Rule 9B-3.047 which adopts by reference the glitch code changes to the 2007 Florida Building Code as approved by the Florida Building Commission June 9, 2009 including the 2008 National Electrical Code (NEC) is October 1, 2009. The glitch code changes are posted at the link below and titled “2nd 2009 Supplement – effective October 1, 2009”.

[Glitch Code Changes]

They are now located at:
8015 E CR 466
Lady Lake, FL 32162

There will be NO Special Master hearing for the month of November.

Several construction and renovation projects have wrapped up recently which include - Public Works Remodel, Tax Collector & Property Appraiser Offices and the Public Defender's Office. Location and Time Details

On November 24th, the Sumter County Board of County Commissioners will participate in a ribbon cutting ceremony for the newly constructed facility located in Lake Panasoffkee. Location & Time Details

Come be part of the Sumter County governing process.

County Commissioners have the opportunity to complete this program of study that is designed to provide information and enhance skills relevant to their duties and responsibilites. The CCC designation requires completion of 42 hours of course work.

Come be part of the Sumter County governing process.

On October 14, 2008, Sumter County celebrated the renovations to the C-48 bridge to ensure safe crossing over the Withlacoochee River between Sumter and Citrus County's.

Sumter County Fire Rescue will hold its annual Firefighter Recognition and Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009, at the West Central Florida Agricultural Center at the Sumter County Fairgrounds. The Ceremony will include recognition of one member of each Battalion as a "Sumter County Fire Rescue Employee of the Year 2009" and will formally acknowledge promotions and achievements within the department. The Ceremony will begin at 6:30 p.m.

The libraries in Sumter County continue to attract the teenage population to libraries through innovative programs like Teen Video Gaming Nights, participation in Teen Advisory Groups (TAGS), and other programs. The libraries will participate again in the Florida Library Youth Program (FLYP) for reading programs and other activities for Sumter County youth in the summer months.

Sumter County is planning to construct 15,286 sq. ft. of new branch library space on CR 139 north of Wildwood as part of the new government complex planned by the County. The new library will serve residents of The Villages, Wildwood, and surrounding areas. Construction is expected to begin in 2010 with planned occupancy by September 2010.

The program is designed to assist with a no cost transportation service for low income individuals to and from their place of employment as well as transportation to and from childcare facilities as part of their work trip anywhere within Sumter County.

WRAP riders must meet eligibility criteria:
- be a current recipient of welfare, or
- former recipient(within the past 2 years), or
- annual family income of less than 150% of the Federal Poverty Level
- be a Sumter County resident,
- be employed in Sumter County, and
- the childcare facility must be located in Sumter County.
[WRAP Application]

Any veterans who have served 90 days active duty are eligible for benefit. Contact Veterans Service Office for more details.