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1959 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
MON DAY, JAN UARY 241 2022 AT 6:30 PM
CITY HALL- COMMISSION CHAMBERS
1126 EAST STATE ROAD 434, WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA
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CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Kevin McCann called the Regular Meeting of Monday, January 24, 2022 of the
City Commission to order at 6:32 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
City Manager Shawn Boyle, present
City Attorney Anthony A. Garganese, present
City Clerk Christian Gowan, present
Commissioner Matt Benton offered the invocation followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance
Commissioner Johnson asked that Item 301 be set aside for discussion. Mayor
McCann noted that it could be placed on the Regular Agenda after Item 500. No
objections were made.
Commissioner Cannon noted that he would like to discuss Item 302 prior to voting
on the Consent Agenda.
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
100) Proclamation for Donna Walsh and the Florida Department of Health
Mayor McCann read a proclamation in recognition of Ms. Donna Walsh and her team
at the Florida Department of Health. Ms. Walsh thanked the Mayor and Commission,
introduced and thanked her team members, and commented on important
partnerships and support. Ms. Walsh also noted testing sites in the County.
101) Employee Service Awards
Mayor McCann introduced the item, spoke highly of City employees, and called the
following employees forward to be recognized for their years of service.
Mr. Adrian Barrantes, Facilities Team Leader, 5 years
Mr. Jesus Hilerio, Police Officer, 5 years
Ms. Kelly Unseld, Technical Services Specialist, 5 years
Mr. Kendrick Miller, Maintenance Worker II, 5years
Ms. Yvette Gomez, Associate Business Analyst, 10 years
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Mr. David Robinson, Maintenance Workerj Syears
Mr. Bill Mayhugh, Sergeant, 20 years
Mr. David Raney, Police Officer, 20 years
Mr. Douglass Seely, Lieutenant, 30 years
Mr. James Morris, Fleet Supervisor, 35 years
102) Pickleball Update
Mr. Leonard Hartman, Assistant Parks and Recreation Director, Operations
Department introduced the item, described the planned phases, and reviewed work
that had been done to this point.
Mr. Matthew Linder, Associate City Planner, Community Development Department
presented on Phase 1 with a proposed 14 pickleball courts with shade structures,
seating, and lighting, restrooms, and a parking lot. Mr. Linder reviewed the timeline,
noted the geotechnical report and survey had been completed, and estimated
completion of Phase 1 in quarter 4 of this year.
Discussion followed on the anticipated start of Phase 2 and the event center,the cost
savings and experience of the contractors, maintenance costs, planned
programming, and consideration of surrounding communities with regards to
lighting.
Manager Boyle noted that the timeline for Phase 2 was uncertain at this point due
to the cost of building materials. In regards to lighting, Manager Boyle noted that the
light poles would not be very tall and that nearby residents would be taken into
account.
Mr. Brian Dunigan, Parks Manager, Parks and Recreation Department noted that
staff would be looking at a hybrid system for programming to allow for both open
courts and reservations. With this, Mr. Dunigan noted looking into an online
reservation system.
Further discussion followed on proposed hours of operation and parking
considerations.
Mr. Linder noted that the current calculations called for 140 parking spaces to
accommodate pickleball court and dog park users. Staff noted theywere still looking
into proposed hours of operation and would consider nearby residents in the
determination.
INFORMATIONAL AGENDA
200. Not Used
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Mr. Art Ga//o, 799 Nandina Terrace, Winter Springs spoke about gifts for employees,
the proposed car wash project, and the possibility of partnering with the UCF
Incubator to help attract businesses to the City.
Mr. Mark Caruso spoke encouraging the Commission to support SB510 currently
making itswaythrough the Florida Legislature.
Ms Gina Shafer, Winter Springs Vi//age, Winter Springs encouraged televising the
meetings and noted her opposition to the proposed car wash project and grnating
exemptions to development projects.
CONSENT AGENDA
300) Bank Authorizations
No discussion.
301) Wastewater Facilities Plan Amendment
Commissioner Johnson noted he just had a question about the item and was fine
with leaving it as part of the Consent Agenda. No objections were made.
Commissioner Johnson then asked about language in Amendment 1 noting a
current model was unavailable.
Mr.Jason Norberg, Director, Public Works and Utilities Department noted there were
gaps in the available data requiring additional work to develop a new dynamic
model.
302) Utility Revenue Sufficiency Analysis Authorization
Deputy Mayor Cannon asked about the rate study, when this was last completed for
the utility, commented on the long-range capital improvement plan requirement,
and noted discussions in 2009 where the Development Director commented on the
need for wastewater plan replacement within 5 years.
Manager Boyle noted that the last rate study was performed over 12 years ago.
"MOTION TO APPPOVE CONSENT AGENDA." MOTION BY DEPUTY MAYOP CANNON.
SECONDED BY COM MISSIONEPJOHNSON. DISCUSSION.
VOTE: MOTION PASSED WITH UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
PUBLIC HEADINGS AGENDA
400. Not Used
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PEGULAP AGENDA
500) Interlocal Agreement- Seminole County Opioid Settlement
Manager Boyle reviewed the item and noted Seminole County would be the primary
recipient and distributor of any funds that may come in as result of settlements.
Captain Sammy Gibson, Drug Enforcement/Behavioral Services, Seminole County
Sheriff's Office spoke about SCOPE, current residential and intensive outpatient
services and a planned drop-in mental health behavioral assessment center to give
law enforcement options other than arresting or Baker Acting individuals. In
response to questions from the Commission, Captain Gibson noted that nobody had
been turned away or billed for their stay at the Hope and Healing Center and
commented on the wide range of support from local and state government,
companies such as Wal-Mart, and Advent Health.
The Commission commended the Sheriff's Office on their work and discussion
followed on types of treatments available, various statistics surrounding
demographics and success rates, confidentiality related to medical information, and
the source of drugs fueling the opioid crisis.
Commissioner Hale asked about the possibility of touring facilities and Captain
Gibson said they would be happy to accommodate.
Chief Chris Deisler, Winter Springs Police Department, commented that his agency
used the facilities often to divert people from arrest and that he was fully supportive
of the Sheriff's Office and their efforts.
Attorney Garganese reiterated that no funds were guaranteed and, in response to
some Commissioner's concerns, noted that no funds would be dedicated to the
project from the City if no settlement funds were awarded to the City.
"MOTION TO APPROVE ITEM 500." MOTION BY DEPUTY MAYOR CANNON.
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONED HALE. DISCUSSION.
VOTE: MOTION PASSED WITH UNANIMOUS CONSENT
MOTION CAPDI ED 5-0.
Mayor McCann asked that some of the information presented be shared with the
City Clerk so that it could be distributed to the Commission.
501) Appointment Opportunities for City Boards and Committees
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"I NOMINATE MEREDITH VAILLANCOUPT FOR THE DISTPICTING COMMISSION."
MOTION BY COMMISSIONED HALE. SECONDED BY DEPUTY MAYOP CANNON.
DISCUSSION.
Attorney Garganese noted he would prepare a resolution noting the appointment of
Ms. Vaillancourt as the replacement appointee and that, with the Commission's
consent, the Mayor could execute the agreement. No objections were noted.
MOTION PASSED WITH UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
"I NOMINATE MAPCO SANTODO FOR REAPPOINTMENT TO THE BOARD OF
TRUSTEES." MOTION BY COMMISSIONER ELLIOTT. SECONDED BY DEPUTY MAYOR
CANNON. DISCUSSION.
MOTION PASSED WITH UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
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Deputy Mayor Cannon asked Staff to contact the Turnpike Authority and obtain the
last 3 years of traffic counts exiting and entering at State Road 434, Red Bug, and
Aloma. Continuing, Deputy Mayor Cannon asked about engaging Kittelson and
Associates to help determine the need for a sound wall on West 417, and finally asked
about the possibility of discussing reallocation of moneys dedicated to additional
lanes north of Red Bug Lake Road for the four-laning of State Road 434.
Mayor McCann noted discussions with MetroPlan and commented that it was too
late to reallocate the funds dedicated to Red Bug Lake Road and that the area
mentioned for the sound wall did not meet the density and proximity requirements.
Further discussion followed regarding the City looking for funding options, possibly
federal dollars, which could be used to install a sound wall.
Commissioner Johnson noted previous requests to invite the Turnpike Authority in
and thought it would be worthwhile to discuss these concerns with them. The
Commission agreed they would like to hear from the Turnpike Authority and
Manager Boyle noted he would get it scheduled.
Commissioner Benton then brought up the social media policy of the City and asked
that a copy be shared with the dais.
Deputy Mayor Cannon noted he would like to reevaluate the Code of Conduct and
asked Attorney Garganese for an opinion about adding language noting First
Amendment rights. The Commission agreed they would like to discuss this at a
future meeting.
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Discussion then turned to the City's efforts to keep residents informed about the
many Public Works projects.
In response to questions from the Commission, Manager Boyle noted the efforts
taken to notify the public about the consent orders, information shared through a
number of mediums including a highlighted website section, and the
responsibilities of Veolia as stated in their contract.
REPORTS
600)City Manager Shawn Boyle
• No report
601)City Attorney Anthony A. Garganese
• No report
602)City Clerk Christian Gowan
• Made brief comments about the passing of Ms. Dolly Ames
603)Seat Two Commissioner/Deputy Mayor Kevin Cannon
• Noted the success of the Highland Games and commended Manager Boyle
and the City Staff on their work.
604)Seat Three Commissioner Ted Johnson
• Shared a story about Ms. Dolly Ames, noted she would be missed, and
announced the details of her service/
605)Seat Four Commissioner TiAnna Hale
• Noted the loss of Ms. Ames and 2020 Hometown Hero Bob Gilbert
• Offered praise for the Highland Games and City Staff
606)Seat Five Commissioner Rob Elliott
• Shared a story about Ms. Ames
• Noted attendance at the Highland Games and praised Staff's work.
607) Mayor Kevin McCann
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• Thanked Deputy Chief Tracht for his work during the Highland Games as well
as Brian Dunigan
• Noted continuing conversations with the UCF Incubator and Chamber of
Commerce to work collaboratively with the City.
608)Seat One Commissioner Matt Benton
• Offered praise for the Highland Games
• Shared brief comments about the passing of Ms. Ames.
PUBLIC INPUT
Ms Gina Shafer, Winter Springs Vi//age spoke about social media, noted she shares
City's information on her community's page, asked about the status of the
Comprehensive Plan, and thanked the Commission for their support of the Sheriff;s
Office.
Mr.Art Ga//o, 799 Nandina Terrace, WinterSpringsspoke in support of the sound wall,
encouraged communicating with Representative David Smith and Senator Jason
Brodeur, and made brief comments about social media.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor McCann adjourned the meeting at 9:31 PM.
RESPECTFUL L Y SUBMI TTED.-
CHRISTIAN GOWAN
CITY CLERK
APPROVED.'
MAYOR KEVIN McCANN
NOTE: These Minutes were approved at the 2022 City Commission Regular Meeting.
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