Heard Neil Hamilton present the 2026 economic forecast covering national, state, regional, and local indicators.

In plain words

A presentation by Neil Hamilton of the Orlando Economic Partnership sharing his 2026 economic forecast covering national, state, regional and local indicators.

What changes No policy or budget change occurs; the Board receives the forecast information for its awareness.

Who and the money The presentation is directed to the Lake County Board of County Commissioners and the record states no fiscal impact.

Stated reason (staff, quoted): "Projections will include Gross Domestic Product (GDP), inflation, interest rates, employment, and other relevant factors that could impact the Lake County budgeting process."

Why (staff, quoted) "Projections will include Gross Domestic Product (GDP), inflation, interest rates, employment, and other relevant factors that could impact the Lake County budgeting process."

Backup in the packet: STAFF APPROVALS AND DATES: Megan Brew Created/Initiated - 12/17/2025 Sheri Hutchinson Approved - 12/17/2025 David Eichin (p. 1154)

Written from the Board ActionThe Clerk's same-week record of what the County Commission decided on each agenda tab. Vote tallies and discussion come later in the Board Minutes. Clerk of Court, Board Action and Board Minutes on Municode and the staff cover sheet, checked by script: every number appears in the record. Staff memo