On June 23, 2006 then-Governor Jeb Bush approved Florida Senate House Bill Number 479 establishing Lake Padgett Estates Independent Special District (LPEISD). Lake Padgett Estates ISD is comprised of approximately 775 acres with 1,059 single family homes in Land O Lakes, Florida (Pasco County). Independent Special Districts have a Board-Manager form of government with the Board formulating public policy and the Manager carrying it out.

The Board consists of five members called Supervisors. The Board serves as the governing body of the District and sets public policies implemented by staff.  At Lake Padgett, Supervisors are elected by and from qualified electors of the District and serve a 2-year term. 

The ISD through its five member Board of Supervisors have special powers to maintain, operate, and improve recreational amenities and associated infrastructure and related functions in order to carry out its single, specialized purpose.  The Board may:

• Accept the transfer of property from Pasco County;
• Maintain and operate the recreational amenities;
• Maintain and operate associated infrastructure;
• Approve and adopt a budget for the fiscal year;
• Accept funds and assets purchased with moneys from Pasco County;
• Elect Board Members to fill unexpired terms; and/or
• Borrow Money.

To assist the Board, a management company led by a District Manager is assigned to handle the day-to-day management of the district. Rizzetta & Co. Inc. was hired in 2010 to assist the ISD.  Some of the District Manager's responsibilities include:

• Prepare and submit proposed operations and maintenance budgets for Board review and action;
• Preparation of contract specifications for District operations, including community park appearance, waterway management and facilities maintenance;
• Supervise staff;
• File all required forms and documents with state and local agencies;
• Attend all Board of Supervisor meetings and implement the policies of the Board; and
• Perform additional duties as directed by the Board.

Contact Rizzetta & Co to obtain more information.