The Board of County Commissioners convened for a live-streamed meeting, which included a public comment period via Zoom, allowing residents to engage remotely. The meeting commenced with an invocation led by Pastor Brian Broadway, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

During the session, the board elected Commissioner Leslie Campion as the new chair and Commissioner Sean Parks as vice chair, both receiving unanimous support from fellow commissioners. The meeting also featured a presentation from Mike Rankin, chair of the Sales Surtax Oversight Advisory Committee, who recommended approval for the distribution and expenditure of funds collected through the sales surtax.

Public comments highlighted pressing issues, particularly traffic congestion in Lake County, which residents expressed frustration over. One speaker raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest regarding an applicant for the Lake County Water Authority Board, while another emphasized the need for improved traffic management and infrastructure to accommodate the county's rapid growth.

Commissioners acknowledged the traffic challenges, noting that Lake County is among the fastest-growing counties in Florida. They discussed the complexities of managing development and road capacity, emphasizing that while new developments contribute impact fees, these funds often fall short of addressing major road improvements. The board also recognized the necessity of collaborating with state authorities to prioritize road projects and explore additional funding sources.

Concerns were raised regarding the use of out-of-area staffing firms for county contracts, with commissioners agreeing to review the bidding process and the appropriateness of sole-source contracts. The meeting concluded with a commitment from the board to address the highlighted issues and improve communication with residents regarding ongoing developments and infrastructure projects.