The Glades County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) meeting held on October 28, 2024, commenced with a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. The meeting was attended by various members of the community, although Commissioner Whitten was excused from the session.

The agenda was reviewed, and no amendments were proposed. The meeting then opened the floor for public input on non-agenda items, allowing community members to voice their concerns and suggestions.

One notable public comment came from a representative of the Friends of Lakes County Parks and the Florida Trail Association. The speaker urged the Board to consider amending the current street addressing ordinance. The proposal aimed to create a special circumstance category that would allow vacant lands, such as county parks and boat ramps, to receive street addresses. The current ordinance restricts this due to its definitions, which do not accommodate properties without buildings.

The speaker highlighted the importance of having street addresses for safety and navigation purposes, especially for recreational users of these areas. They noted that many individuals, including section hikers on the Florida National Scenic Trail, often rely on these locations for parking and access. The absence of street addresses can complicate navigation and safety, particularly in emergencies.

The representative suggested that the Board could either modify the existing definitions or establish a new category specifically for publicly accessible lands. They also mentioned feedback from the agricultural community, where accessible agricultural properties could benefit from similar addressing for safety reasons.

The speaker concluded by offering to provide further details or written feedback to assist the Board in considering this amendment.

The meeting progressed with no further public comments, and the Board acknowledged the input received. The discussions highlighted the community's interest in improving safety and accessibility through potential changes to local ordinances. The Board's next steps regarding the proposed amendment were not detailed during this session.