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CITY COMMISSION
Inc "19 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
M O N DAY, AUGUST 22, 2022 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, August 22, 2022 of the
City Commission to order at 6:31 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 Kevin Cannon, present
Commissioner Matt Benton, present
Commissioner Ted Johnson, present via telephone
Commissioner TiAnna Hale, present
Commissioner Rob Elliott, present
Deputy City Manager Casey Howard present
City Attorney Anthony A. Garganese, present
City Clerk Christian Gowan, present
Commissioner Rob Elliott provided the Invocation followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance.
Mayor McCann asked if there were any changes to the agenda.
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
100) Police Awards Presentation
Chief Matt Tracht, Winter Springs Police Department presented the following
awards:
• Officer Christopher Gomez was presented a Life Saving Award
• Bravo Shift was awarded a Unit Citation
• Charlie Shift was awarded a Unit Citation and Captain Nick Romano was
presented a Meritorious Action Award.
101) Winter Springs Consumer Confidence Report Presentation
Mr. Jason Norberg, Public Works and Utilities Department, Director introduced the
item, spoke about continuing improvements for the City's potable water, and
Introduced the following representatives from Carollo Engineers, 200 E Robinson St,
Orlando:
Mr. Scott Richards, Infrastructure Design Manager
Ms. Meera Jashi, E.I.
Dr. Erica Stone, Engineer
Ms. Mary Thomas, Water Resources Engineer
Mr. Norberg noted that the representatives from Carol Io would review the Consumer
Confidence Report and present a comparison to nearby utilities.
Mr. Richards presented a brief potable water update followed by Dr. Stone who
reviewed data sources and notes, regulatory limits including primary and secondary
standards, and noted that Winter Springs was in compliance with all primary
drinking water standards. Dr. Stone noted one secondary standard exceedance that
was from a 2020 sample and would remain on the report for three years from the
test date. Dr. Stone then showed comparisons to surrounding communities and
noted the fact that Winter Springs was doing better than most neighbors; regarding
TTHMs, Dr. Stone explained that Winter Springs was right where they should be and
well in compliance and noted that over time TTHMs had gone down and have been
continuing to trend down thanks to upgrades which allowed for increasing
predictability within the system.
At the request of the Commission, Dr. Stone briefly reviewed her educational and
career background, addressed some questions about a variety of substances that
appear in water samples throughout the state, and noted that she had no concerns
about the safety of the City's drinking water.
Ms. Thomas presented on water use data, the 10-year Water Supply Facilities Work
Plan, and steps being taken to reduce necessary withdrawals from the aquifer and
position Winter Springs to have adequate water supplyto at least 2040. Ms. Thomas
noted that, historically, residents used 104 gallons per person per day on average
within the City and commented that this would be important when it came time to
renew the Consumptive Use Permit (CUP) with the St. Johns River Water
Management District (SJRWMD). Ms. Thomas then reviewed a requirement to be at
or below 115 gallons per person per day, reiterated that the Citywas alreadythere and
was well-positioned to maintain its CUP.
Discussion followed on factoring in expectations of growth, differences in
commercial and residential neighborhoods, requirements regarding the submission
of the water facilities plan, further comments about TTHMs and a reduction in
deviation since roughly 2021.
Mr. Norberg reiterated that the Citywaswell within compliance and thatthe Citywas
now in a position where the systems could be optimized and continuing to move
forward.
Brief discussion followed on the recently developed dynamic hydraulic model,
tweaks being made at this point to optimize the processes, discussion on the ion
exchange system, automated flushing implementation, and related impacts on
TTHM levels.
Ms. Howard noted funding available in the utility reserve that was able to be utilized
for these projects to avoid a higher bill for the taxpayers.
Mr. Scott Richards presented on the newly developed dynamic potable hydraulic
model based on the City's CIS system which he noted allowed for a simulation of
potable water system performance and further allowed the City to develop
improvement projects to meet demands and enhance predictability to sustain a
high-level of service. Mr. Richards reviewed the calibration process, noted the system
was sustaining pressure, explained that the system built for the City was in line with
those in the largest cities in the country, and noted that going forward well
improvements, water treatment plant process optimization, and distribution system
optimization could begin.
Discussion followed on who owned the model, the city's expertise to operate the
model, ownership of proprietary rights, other cities with predictive modeling model,
and the ability to use this for land-use application considerations and projected
usage
Mr. Richards and Mr. Norberg explained that the City owns the model and is able to
operate it at a high level. In response to further questions, it was noted that this
model could be applied to assist with land-use application considerations related to
projected water usage.
Further discussion followed on water pressure, it was noted that there were no issues
for fire flow or otherwise, infrastructure requirements, and cost savings.
In response to further questions, Mr. Norberg and Mr. Richards noted that there was
not a need to replace the water treatment plants at this time.
102) St. Johns River Water Management District Presentation
Mr. Norberg introduced Ms. Susan Davis, Intergovernmental Coordinator, St. Johns
River Water Management District (SJPWMD) to provide an overview of the SJPWMD,
discuss Consumptive Use Permits (CUPS), the Central Florida Water Initiative (CFWI),
and other programs relevant to the area.
Ms. Davis noted that there were 2680 active CUPs in the SJPWMD and that roughly
59% of these were for agriculture. Continuing, Ms. Davis reviewed the CFWI CUP rules
ratified and signed into law 2021, reviewed some programs, including cost-share
programs, that the SJPWMD administers, and briefly talked about the District's
abandoned artesian well plugging program.
Discussion followed on minimum flows requirements of springs, artesian well
identification and requirements of the property owner to initiate the process, rapport
with the City, water supply plan and CFWI requirements, and the self-reported 2020
CUP exceed ance.
Ms. Davis noted that the SJRWMD had a good relationship with the City,that the City
was in compliance with requirements related to CFWI, and noted that while the City
reported a CUP exceedance in 2020 it had been determined that there was no actual
exceedance.
Brief discussion followed on ownership of water with Ms. Davis noting...
INFORMATIONAL AGENDA
200) 2022 Election Proclamation
No discussion.
PUBLIC INPUT
Mr. Art Gallo, 799 Nandina Terrace, Winter Springs thanked Staff for their assistance
in his analysis of HOA water use.
Mr. David Florman, 770 E Bahama Road, Winter Springs discussed reclaimed water
and water lines on his property to ponds.
Mr. Anthony McPhail, 655 Coral Way, Winter Springs commented on the current
noise ordinance and thought the decibel level was too high and should be closer in
line with State of Florida guidelines.
Mr. Michael Quinones, 278 East State Road 434, Winter Springs asked about
allowing food trucks in C-7 zoning.
Mr. Jay Newcomb, Winter Springs shared comments about the Winter Springs Golf
Course, comments about Veolia, and lake maintenance.
Ms. Rhonda Cave, 632 Nighthawk Circle, Winter Springs noted speaking with
Manager Boyle regarding a nearby lake and thanked the City for planned
maintenance.
Mr. Andrew Hood, 663 Cayuga Drive, Winter Springs noted he was happy to see
several improvements to stormwater and shared his thought that Section 20-
437,City Code could be contributing to stormwater pollution and spoke further
about paving requirements in Section 20-439 related to vehicle parking areas
allowing for several pervious surfaces.
Ms. Gina Shafer, Winter Springs Village, Winter Springs asked about potential
requirement in the Comprehensive Plan for a traffic study related to new
developments. Ms. Shafer also thanked the City for putting Winter Springs Village
reclaimed extension in the budget and shared that she thought body cameras for
the police should be included as well. Finally, Ms. Shafer thanked the Commission
for addressing water issues.
CONSENT AGENDA
300) Seminole County Sheriffs Office / City of Winter Springs
Agreement for Dispatching Services - FY 2023 Addendum
No discussion.
301) FY 2021 - 2022 Mid-Year Budget Amendment
No discussion.
302) Vendor Selection and Award for SR 434 Reclaimed Water Main
Extension
No discussion.
303) Approval of the Minutes from the Monday, August 8, 2022 City
Commission Regular Meeting
No discussion.
"MOTION TO APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA." MOTION BY COMMISSIONER HALE.
SECONDED BY DEPUTY MAYOR CANNON. DISCUSSION.
VOTE: BENTON (AYE); CANNON (AYE); JOHNSON (AYE); HALE (AYE); ELLIOTT
(AYE)
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS AGENDA
400) First Reading of Ordinance 2022-09 amending Chapter 13 -
Nuisances to Provide for Local Enforcement of the State Home-
Based Business Law.
"MOTION TO READ BY TITLE ONLY." MOTION BY DEPUTY MAYOR CANNON.
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER HALE. DISCUSSION.
MOTION PASSED WITH UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
Attorney Garganese read Ordinance 2022-09 by title only, reviewed the Legislature's
preemption and the City's desire to review code. Attorney Garganese noted that this
ordinance incorporated statutory requirements into the Code to allow for code
violations to be brought before the Code Board and be brought into compliance.
Discussion followed on concerns that were raised during Public Input, opportunities
to further improve the current ordinance, and enforceability.
Attorney Gaganese reviewed current definitions and noted that there were
additional subjective considerations not limited to decibel measurements. Further,
Attorney Garganese noted the technical aspects of the ordinance, the potential need
to engage certain experts for specific changes, and his belief that the ordinance was
sufficiently specific to allow for enforcement and that this approach was the best
available to the City at this time.
"MOTION TO EXTEND THE MEETING THROUGH SECOND PUBLIC INPUT." MOTION
BY COMMISSIONER ELLIOTT. SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER HALE. DISCUSSION.
MOTION PASSED WITH UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
Further discussion followed on City Code Section 20-452. Attorney Garganese noted
that it was still in the Code but not enforceable. Brief discussion followed on home-
based businesses allowed by the preemption and a possibility of this being taken up
by the Florida Legislature to partially unwind the legislation.
Mayor McCann opened the Public Hearing for Item 400.
No one addressed the Commission.
Mayor McCann closed the Public Hearing for Item 400.
"MOTION TO APPROVE ORDINANCE 2022-09 AMENDING CHAPTER 13 -
NUISANCES TO PROVIDE FOR LOCAL ENFORCEMENT OF THE STATE HOME-
BASED BUSINESS LAW." MOTION BY DEPUTY MAYOR CANNON. SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER BENTON. DISCUSSION.
VOTE: CANNON (AYE); JOHNSON (AYE); ELLIOTT (AYE); BENTON (AYE); HALE
(AYE)
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
401) First Reading of Ordinance 2022-10 amending Chapter 5 - Tree
Protection and Preservation to address recent changes in State
law related to residential property, clarify tree replacement and
credit standards, and provide tree replacement credits as an
incentive to preserve and protect natural wetlands and public
tree canopy conveyed or dedicated to the City.
"MOTION TO READ BY TITLE ONLY." MOTION BY COMMISSIONER HALE.
SECONDED BY DEPUTY MAYOR CANNON. DISCUSSION.
MOTION PASSED WITH UNANIMOUS CONSENT.
Attorney Garganese read Ordinance 2022-10 by title only and opined on Legislative
preemptions that first appeared several years ago which had recently been
amended and narrow limitations of the tree preemptions,. Attorney Garganese
further noted that a definition had been provided for residential property, a standard
had been created to be used for tree risk assessments, and that the City Code would
mirror Florida Statute if approved. Attorney Garganese noted a previous omission in
a table related to replacement credits and noted a provision that proposed to provide
credits related to conveyance of wetlands to the City to create an incentive.
Discussion followed on definitions and Attorney Garganese reiterated that the
change in statute included definitions and standards previous absent and explained
that these included requirements that property owners are in possession of a
certificate and that arborists follow established Best Management Practices.
Attorney Garganese noted that these changes made removal of trees a last resort
essentially.
Further discussion followed on additional requirements, a potential public education
campaign, and the use of tree funds.
Mayor McCann opened the Public Hearing for Item 407.
No one addressed the Commission.
Mayor McCann closed the Public Hearing for Item 407.
"MOTION TO APPROVE THE CITY ATTORNEY AND STAFF RECOMMEND THE CITY
COMMISSION CONDUCT FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE 2022-10 AMENDING
CHAPTER 5 - TREE PROTECTION AND PRESERVATION. ." MOTION BY KEVIN
CANNON. SECONDED BY TIANNA HALE. DISCUSSION.
VOTE: JOHNSON (AYE); HALE (AYE); CANNON (AYE); BENTON (AYE); ELLIOTT
(AYE)
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
REGULAR AGENDA
500) Discussion on City Branding
Ms. Casey Howard, Deputy City Manager introduced the item, showed preliminary
examples of logo designs, and sought guidance from the Commission. Ms. Howard
also thanked the community for input already received.
Mayor McCann spoke about city branding in other cities and considerations,
reiterated that designs presented tonight are preliminary.
Discussion followed on the need for community involvement, consideration of where
this would be used, and legibility. The Commission noted they were not in favor of
the preliminary examples.
Further discussion followed on need for a focal point and the Commission reiterated
the need for community involvement, including local schools, and potential
copyright issues to be considered.
Attorney Garganese noted differences between a City logo and seal and also noted
a recent logo contest held by the City of Sarasota with procedures included that
could be looked at in developing a process.
Deputy Manager Howard sought clarification on the direction and Mayor McCann
summarized that the Commission was looking for Staff to come up with a
community involvement plan and coming back at a later date.
Brief discussion followed on possibly creating a video.
Deputy Manager Howard noted that the City could hold a visioning session to
incorporate into the process and allow for more community involvement.
501) Appointment Opportunities for City Boards and Committees
No appointments were made.
502) New Business
Mayor McCann noted time-sensitive request from Chief Tracht.
Chief Tracht asked for authorization to enter into agreement with the Seminole
County Sheriff's Office (SCSO) to join real-time crime data cloud and noted a JAG
Grant for $15,620 would be the City's contribution. Chief Tracht noted that the SCSO
would pick up recurring expenses.
Mayor McCann opened Public Input.
Mr. Art Gallo, 799 Nandina Terrace, Winter Springs and Ms. Gina Shafer, Winter
Springs Village, Winter Springs spoke in support of the proposal.
Mayor McCann closed Public Input.
"MOTION TO AUTHORIZE." MOTION BY DEPUTY MAYOR CANNON. SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER HALE. DISCUSSION.
VOTE: BENTON (AYE); JOHNSON (AYE); CANNON (AYE); ELLIOTT (AYE); HALE
(AYE)
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
REPORTS
600)Deputy City Manager Casey Howard
• Noted the upcoming food truck event to be held at Trotwood Park;
• Shared details about the City's 9/11 Memorial event.
601)City Attorney Anthony A. Garganese
• No report
602)City Clerk Christian Gowan
• No report
603)Seat Two Commissioner/Deputy Mayor Kevin Cannon
• Noted the Florida League of Cities (FLC) Conference was fantastic and
encouraged the City Manager and Deputy City Manager to attend next year
when it would be held in Orlando.
604)Seat Three Commissioner Ted Johnson
• No report
605)Seat Four Commissioner TiAnna Hale
• Offered her condolences to the Tadesco family;
• Noted attendance at the FLC Conference and thought it was a great
opportunity for collaboration;
• Noted tomorrow was Election Day for the Florida primary;
• Noted enjoying a tour of the Team Challenge facility.
• Asked about rescheduling ofTorcaso food truck event
o Deputy Manager Howard noted that there were no plans currently to
reschedule the event.
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• Noted the Federal Action Strike Team and focus on the National Flood
Insurance Program.
606)Seat Five Commissioner Rob Elliott
• Noted upcoming food truck event and asked if there would be a dunk tank;
• Noted the grand opening of the new e-bike store would be on August 261"
• Noted his ongoing participation in Leadership Seminole.
607) Mayor Kevin McCann
• Noted his participation at the FLC Conference and the Florida League of
Mayors meetings;
• Noted that tomorrow was Election Day;
• Noted the ribbon cutting for the Oviedo-Winter Springs Chamber of
Commerce was to be held August 301" at their new location in the UCF
Incubator building.
• Noted the Florida Department of Transportation was holding State Road 417
expansion meetings and asked about the possibility of advertising these on
the City website.
608)Seat One Commissioner Matt Benton
• Noted his attendance at the Florida League of Cities conference and thought
it was a great chance to learn and collaborate.
Deputy Mayor Cannon noted the Tadesco family was seeking privacy and noted that
he would like the City to do something and asked if Chief Tracht could reach out to
determine when an appropriate time may be to further discuss.
Mayor McCann noted many community members have worked to help the family.
PUBLIC INPUT
Mr. Michael Schrimsher, 600 East Colonial Drive, Suite 700, Orlando commented on
what he thought were slight improvements to the arbor ordinance, shared some
ideas, and noted that he thought this recognized important distinctions, incentives,
and punishments.
Ms. Gina Shafer, Winter Springs Village, Winter Springs shared comments about the
logo discussion; ideas shared at the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee;and
agreed with the need for community/kid involvement.
Mr.Art Gallo, 799 Nandina Terrace noted he wasn't sure if the City wanted a newseal
or logo and thought the ideas should come from within the community. He noted
that he was in favor of the contest idea.
Ms. Sheila Benton, 474 Cedarwood Court, Winter Springs noted the September 15
food truck event was the some night as candidate night at the Tuscawilla Country
Club.
Mr. Kyle Reineck, 679 Benitawood Court, Winter Springs asked about bringing back
the Movie in the Park events.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor McCann adjourned the meeting at 9:S6 PM.
RESP,FCTFULLY SUBMITTED:
CHRISTIAN GOWAN
CITY CLERK
APPROVED:
MAYOR KEVIN McCANN
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NOTE: These Minutes were approved at the October 24, 2022 City Commission Regular
Meeting.