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2025/2026 Financial Responsibility Agreement with Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC

Original title: 2025/2026 Financial Responsibility Agreement between Hillsborough County and Mosaic Fertilizer, L.L.C. Authorize for execution of the 2025/2026 Financial Responsibility Agreement between Hillsborough County and Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC. This is an agreement renewed annually that ensures that if Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC, were to fail to complete reclamation of mined land in Hillsborough County that there would be funding available for the County to complete the reclamation work. This Financial Responsibility Agreement protects the County from negative financial impacts of adverse environmental issues and/or failure of the company to complete required reclamation activities.

February 10, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This agreement ensures that Hillsborough County taxpayers are not responsible for the costs of reclaiming mined land if Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC fails to fulfill its environmental restoration obligations.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Hillsborough County Residents

Residents are protected from potential public financial liability for land reclamation costs if the mining company defaults on its obligations.

Mosaic Fertilizer, L.L.C.

The company is contractually obligated to maintain financial responsibility for its land reclamation requirements.

What changed

Last recorded activity February 10, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

Hillsborough County has authorized a recurring annual agreement with Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC to ensure funding is available for land if the company fails to complete its required environmental restoration work. This agreement is designed to protect the county from financial liability related to mining activities.

Why It Matters

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this agreement?

It ensures that if Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC does not complete required land , the County has access to funds to finish the work itself.

How often is this agreement renewed?

The agreement is renewed on an annual basis.

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Annual Recurring Obligation

The document confirms that financial responsibility for mining reclamation is managed through a recurring annual cycle rather than a one-time bond.

Hillsborough County Mosaic Fertilizer, L.L.C.

Connected Entities

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Sources

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