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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 08, 2021 AT 6:30 PM
CITY HALL- COMMISSION CHAMBERS
1126 EAST STATE ROAD 434, WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Kevin McCann called the Regular Meeting of Monday, November 8, 2021 of the
City Commission to order at 6:30 p.m. in the Commission Chambers of the Municipal
Building (City Hall, 1126 East State Road 434, Winter Springs, Florida 32708).
Roll Call:
Mayor Kevin McCann, present
Deputy Mayor Ted Johnson, present
Commissioner Matt Benton, present
Commissioner Kevin Cannon, present
Commissioner TiAnna Hale, present
Commissioner Rob Elliott, present
Deputy City Manager Casey Howard, present
Assistant City Attorney Kristin Eick, present
City Clerk Christian Gowan, present
Commissioner Cannon asked that Item 500 be heard prior to the Public Hearings
Agenda. There was no objection.
The City Clerk noted a typographical update on the attachment for Item 300, noted
an updated copy had been provided on the dais and would be made available on the
City website.
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
100) Proclamation Expressing Appreciation for Zechariah Cartledge
Mayor McCann presented a proclamation to Zechariah Cartledge in honor of his
contributions and promotion of the City of Winter Springs.
101)Update on Orange Avenue
Mr. Christopher Schmidt, Director, Community Development Director noted the
previously approved settlement agreement had been upheld and invited questions.
INFORMATIONAL AGENDA
200)Current Development Projects Summary
No discussion
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PUBLIC INPUT
Mayor McCann opened Public Input
Ms. Gina Shafer, Winter Springs Village, Winter Springs spoke about the need for
more meetings and the importance of keeping track of board/committee
attendance.
Ms. Pia Valenciano , 377 McLeod's Way, Winter Springs shared concerns about the
Winter Springs Marketplace development, and noted HOA board efforts
Mr. William Morrisey, 965 Sequoia Drive, Winter Springs asked about activity at a
convenience store and potential capping of wells.
Mr. Schmidt noted he was aware of a Florida Department of Environmental
Protection permit issued regarding removal of gas tank fragments but that he was
not aware of any plans to place new tanks.
Mayor McCann closed Public Input.
CONSENT AGENDA
300)Final Budget Amendment for Fiscal Year 2020-2021
No discussion
301)Minutes from the October 25, 2021 City Commission Regular Meeting
No discussion
"MOTION TO APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA." MOTION BY DEPUTY MAYOR
JOHNSON. SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER HALE. DISCUSSION.
VOTE: BENTON (AYE); CANNON (AYE); JOHNSON (AYE); HALE (AYE); ELLIOTT
(AYE)
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
REGULAR AGENDA
500)The 2021 Interlocal Agreement (ILA) for Public School Facility Planning and
School Concurrency Presentation
Mr. Schmidt provided a brief summary about the Interlocal Agreement process and
introduced Mr. Richard LeBlanc, Seminole County Public Schools (SCPS), Director of
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Project Management and Facilities and Mr. Chad Wilsky, SCPS Assistant
Superintendent, Operations.
Mr. LeBlanc presented on the history of the ILA, proposed changes, and frequently
asked questions.
Mayor reviewed process
Discussion followed on concerns with the proposed Concurrency Service Areas
(CSAs), proposed changes which would allow 88% of parties to make changes to the
Interlocal Agreement, bussing times, and cost-effectiveness of certain School Board
policies.
Mr. Gregg Johnson, Seminole County Public Schools, Assistant Attorney spoke about
the rationale for the proposed changes to the agreement and noted that certain
aspects would still require 100% agreement from all parties.
Further discussion followed on proposed language changes in the agreement, the
desire for regular review periods, development, and the importance of reliable
information to consider when developments are being considered for approval.
Commissioners agreed they would like to further review with the City Attorney and
propose language changes. Commissioners thanked the representatives from SCPS
for their willingness to discuss and asked that the item be brought back at a later
date.
"MOTION TO APPROVE EXTENDING THE MEETING THROUGH SECOND PUBLIC
INPUT." MOTION BY COMMISSIONER CANNON. SECONDED BY DEPUTY MAYOR
JOHNSON. DISCUSSION.
MOTION PASSED WITH UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
PUBLIC HEARINGS AGENDA
400)The Community Development Department, Planning Division requests that
the City Commission hold a Public Hearing to consider Evaluation and
Appraisal Report (EAR) based amendments to the Comprehensive Plan
(Ordinance 2021-08). amending the Comprehensive Plan related to the
Recreation and Open Space Element.
Mr. Schmidt introduced Item 400, reviewed history, and staff's recommendation.
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Discussion followed on proposed additional languages, specifically regarding Policy
1.5.6. Staff noted no objections to the proposed addition.
"MOTION TO READ BY TITLE ONLY." MOTION BY COMMISSIONER CANNON.
SECONDED BY DEPUTY MAYOR JOHNSON. DISCUSSION.
MOTION PASSED WITH UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
Assistant City Attorney Kristin Eick read Ordinance 2021-08 by title only.
Mayor McCann opened the Public Hearing for Item 400
No one spoke.
Mayor McCann closed the Public Hearing for Item 400
"MOTION TO APPROVE ITEM 400 AS REVISED ON POLICY 1.5.6 WITH FOUR (4)
WORDS PRECEDING PROVIDE, `EXPLORE FUNDING SOURCES TO...'" MOTION BY
COMMISSIONER CANNON. SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER HALE. DISCUSSION.
VOTE: CANNON (AYE); HALE (AYE); BENTON (AYE); JOHNSON (AYE); ELLIOTT
(AYE)
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
401)The Community Development Department, Planning Division requests that
the City Commission hold a Public Hearing to consider Evaluation and
Appraisal Report (EAR) based amendments to the Comprehensive Plan
(Ordinance 2021-07). amending the Comprehensive Plan related to the
Capital Improvements Element.
Mr. Schmidt introduced the item, reviewed history, and provided staff's
recommendation.
"MOTION TO READ BY TITLE ONLY." MOTION BY COMMISSIONER CANNON.
SECONDED BY DEPUTY MAYOR JOHNSON. DISCUSSION.
MOTION PASSED WITH UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
Assistant City Attorney Eick read Ordinance 2021-07 by title only.
Mayor McCann opened the Public Hearing for Item 407
No one spoke.
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Mayor McCann closed the Public Hearing for Item 407.
Discussion followed on proposed changes to several policies and objectives.
Mayor McCann noted that substantial changes were being proposed and suggested
sending the item back to Staff to incorporate changes, discussing the item further
with the City Attorney, and allowing sufficient time to review.
Mayor McCann opened the Public Hearing for Item 407.
Mr. William Morrisey, 965 Sequoia Drive, Winter Springs asked about potential
compensation from developers for schools.
Ms. Loretta Ames, 750 Third Street, Winter Springs spoke about the importance of
stability for children in their schools.
Mayor McCann closed the Public Hearing for Item 407.
Mr. Schmidt noted Staff was comfortable with the changes and requested a motion
to continue the item to a time date certain.
"MOTION TO CONTINUE TO TIME DATE CERTAIN OF DECEMBER 13,2021." MOTION
BY DEPUTY MAYOR JOHNSON. SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER HALE.
DISCUSSION.
VOTE: BENTON (AYE); CANNON (AYE); JOHNSON (AYE); HALE (AYE); ELLIOTT
(AYE)
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
REGULAR AGENDA
501)Appointment Opportunities for City Boards and Committees
"MOTION TO REAPPOINT ANDREW ZACHARIAS TO THE PARKS AND
RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE." MOTION BY COMMISSIONER CANNON.
SECONDED BY DEPUTY MAYOR JOHNSON. DISCUSSION.
MOTION PASSED WITH UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
"MOTION TO APPOINT KEN SPALTHOFF TO THE DISTRICTING COMMISSION."
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER CANNON. SECONDED BY DEPUTY MAYOR
JOHNSON. DISCUSSION.
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MOTION PASSED WITH UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
"MOTION TO APPONT MICHAEL ELY TO THE DISTRICTING COMMISSION."
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER ELLIOTT. SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CANNON.
DISCUSSION.
MOTION PASSED WITH UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
"MOTION TO APPOINT ROBERT MILLER TO THE DISTRICTING COMMISSION."
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER BENTON. SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CANNON.
DISCUSSION.
MOTION PASSED WITH UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
S02) New Business
Mayor McCann noted he planned to reach out to Emergency Management and
encouraged all Commissioners learn their roles in these situations.
Commissioners agreed on the importance and suggested a potential closed
meeting to discuss the topic.
REPORTS
600)Deputy City Manager Casey Howard
• Noted the upcoming Veteran Memorial Event on Thursday, November 11, 2021
601)Assistant City Attorney Kristin Eick
• Noted that CPH had indicated availability on December 6, 2021 to attend a
Special Meeting
602)City Clerk Christian Gowan
• No report
603)Seat Five Commissioner Rob Elliott
Noted the time limits on agenda item discussion and efforts to implement.
604) Mayor Kevin McCann
• Noted that Hometown Harvest was a big success and spoke about the many
upcoming events planned in the City.
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605)Seat One Commissioner Matt Benton
• Noted he was looking forward to attending the second session of the Institute
for Elected Municipal Officials
606)Seat Two Commissioner Kevin Cannon
• Offered compliments on the Hometown Harvest event
• Noted his attendance at the Florida League of Cities Legislative Conference
607)Seat Three Commissioner/Deputy Mayor Ted Johnson
• Noted the presentation of a check to the Shop with a Cop Program from the
Tuscawilla Homeowner's Association
• Noted progress on the Torcaso Pavillion and the great work being done by City
staff
608)Seat Four Commissioner TiAnna Hale
• Noted her appointment to the Federal Action Strike Team
• Noted the great benefit of attending Florida League of Cities Conferences
PUBLIC INPUT
Mr. Art Gallo, 799 Nandina Terrace, Winter Springs complimented the Commission
on their handling of the ILA discussion.
"MOTION TO APPROVE HAVE SPECIAL MEETING DEC 6, 2021 AT 6:30PM WITH
CPH AND REPRESENTATIVES." MOTION BY DEPUTY MAYOR 30HNSON.
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER HALE. DISCUSSION.
VOTE: BENTON (AYE); CANNON (AYE); JOHNSON (AYE); HALE (AYE); ELLIOTT
(AYE)
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor McCann adjourned the meeting at 10:14 PM.
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