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CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
MONDAY, JUNE 10 , 2024 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, June 10, 2024 of the City Commission
to order at 6:34 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 Matt Benton, present
Commissioner Victoria Bruce, present
Commissioner Ted Johnson, present via telephone
Commissioner Cade Resnick, present
Commissioner Rob Elliott, present
Interim City Manager Phil Hursh, present
City Attorney Anthony Garganese, present
City Clerk Christian Gowan, present
Pastor Bob Melhorn led the invocation followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor McCann asked if there were any changes to the agenda. No changes were made, and the
agenda was adopted.
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
100) Winter Springs High School Student Athlete Recognition
Mr. Pete Gaffney, Principal, Winter Springs High School and Mr. Scott Gomrad, Athletics Director,
Winter Springs High School recognized the following student athletes for their accomplishments:
Kody Taylor Weightlifting
Alexandria Green Weightlifting
U'Nitee Brown Weightlifting
Amy Barelle Weightlifting
Elijah Penton Wrestling
Hadley Futch Diving
(Not present: 2024 wrestling state champions Ryan Phillips and Jaydon Robinson)
101) Recognition of Andre Klass, Christian Tech Center Ministries for Senior Center Computer
Donations
Mayor McCann noted the recent donation of computers to the Senior Center from Christian Tech
Ministries.
Mr. Andre Klass, Christian Tech Ministries, thanked the Commission for their recognition and
discussed his organization.
102) Rescue Outreach Mission
Mr. Chris Ham, Rescue Outreach Mission, reviewed the history and mission of the organization,
services provided, and noted that they were seeking financial support from Seminole County
municipalities, businesses, and other organizations.
Discussion followed on the number of people served in Winter Springs and discussions about
potential funding at the upcoming budget meeting.
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103) Design/Permitting Update of the Tuskawilla Crossings Pond
Mr. David Hamstra, Pegasus Engineering, presented an update on the Tuskawilla Crossing Pond,
reviewed progress since last update, and noted the future Sutton Crossings Development and
potential stormwater management assistance. Mr. Hamstra noted the pond would be able to
accommodate runoff and that the city was working with St. Johns River Water Management District
(SJRWMD) to properly permit and had prepared a Memorandum of Understanding that was
recently transmitted to the developer of Sutton Crossings.
Discussion followed on maintenance responsibility, the potential for pursuing legal action,
alternative funding sources that may be available to pay for repairs, and prioritizing stormwater
management.
Further discussion followed on consideration of the enclave property with the storage facility. Mr.
Hamstra noted that some of the parcel had been accounted for and discussed the ability of to
independently and concurrently review the county project to ensure proper stormwater design and
mitigate impacts.
104) Slavin Management Consultants - City Manager Candidates Search Update - Virtual
Presentation
Mr. Robert Slavin, Slavin Management Consultants, was present via telephone. Mayor McCann
distributed a copy of the recruitment profile and asked Mr. Slavin to brief the Commission.
Mr. Slavin noted advertising placements, discussed the advantages of certain sites, and noted a first
review date of July 19, 2024.
Discussion followed on placing the advertisement on the city website, the process going forward,
and public records access.
INFORMATIONAL AGENDA
200) Current Development Project Summary
No discussion.
201) Upcoming Appointment Opportunities for City Boards and Committees
No discussion.
PUBLIC INPUT
Mayor McCann opened Public Input.
Ms. Leah Weisman, 113 Brookshire Court, Winter Springs encouraged inclusivity in events and
planning.
Mr. Paul Partyka, 1693 Wingspan Way, Winter Springs noted it was good to see Commissioners at
Chamber luncheon, spoke about homelessness initiatives and need for business community
involvement, and finally noted upcoming discussion on one-cent sales tax and urged support
noting benefits to education and infrastructure.
Ms. Janet Pinell, 80 Michael Blake Boulevard distributed photographs and spoke about two
accidents at State Road 434 and Michael Blake Boulevard, requested change to speed signs, and
starting the traffic light as soon as possible.
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Ms. Joanne Krebs, 1002 Taproot Drive, Winter Springs spoke regarding a 2009 agreement with the
Senior Center Association and recent changes to the lunch service and other operations.
Mr. Brian Douglas, 1011 Taproot Drive, Winter Springs spoke about body camera policies and his
experience with the Winter Springs Police Department.
Mr. Gordon Cooper, 1148 Pheasant Circle, Winter Springs noted his difficulty with the permitting
process and offered suggestions for simplifying the process.
Ms. Gina Shafer, Winter Springs Village, Winter Springs noted her disappointment in not holding
the diversity workshop, asked about speed reduction on State Road 434, and asked about Wetland
Park plans. Finally, Ms. Shafer informed the Commission of a code enforcement issue.
Mr. Ken Greenberg, 1635 White Dove Drive, Winter Springs representing WSCA spoke about the
Senior Center and concerns about recent changes.
Mr. William Morrisey, 965 Sequoia Drive, Winter Springs shared concerns about the Senior Center
and changes to the meal provision.
Ms. Linda Freeburn, 1604 Cougar Court, Winter Springs noted concerns about finances, the need to
define infrastructure and the city's responsibilities, and asked about the ability to move funds to
address important issues such as wastewater.
Mayor McCann closed Public Input.
CONSENT AGENDA
300) Resolution 2024-10 recognizing the retirement of Code Compliance Officer Terri Sanchez
from the Police Department.
No discussion.
301) Proposal for Purchasing a Permanent Bypass Pump for Lift Station 5E, located at 500
Austin Court, for Enhanced Emergency Preparedness
No discussion.
302) Approval of the Minutes from the Monday, May 6, 2024 City Commission Regular Meeting
No discussion.
303) Approval of the Minutes from the Monday, May 13, 2024 City Commission Workshop.
No discussion.
"MOTION TO APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA." MOTION BY COMMISSIONER RESNICK. SECONDED
BY COMMISSIONER JOHNSON. DISCUSSION.
VOTE: BRUCE (AYE); JOHNSON (AYE); RESNICK (AYE); ELLIOTT (AYE); BENTON (AYE)
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS AGENDA
400) Taco Bell - Aesthetic Review
Mr. Nick Tafelsky, Senior City Planner, Community Development Department presented the item,
noted no changes to the building footprint, and showed the elevation and conceptual renderings.
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Discussion followed on the drive-thru configuration, the ability to dine in the restaurant, utility
boxes, and design questions.
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 ITEM 400.” [THE AESTHETIC REVIEW FOR THE RENOVATION OF THE
VACANT BRUSTER'S BUILDING INTO A TACO BELL] MOTION BY COMMISSIONER RESNICK.
SECONDED BY DEPUTY MAYOR BENTON. DISCUSSION.
VOTE: BRUCE (AYE); JOHNSON (AYE); RESNICK (AYE); ELLIOTT (AYE); BENTON (AYE)
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
REGULAR AGENDA
500) 4th Generation Penny Sales Tax - Interlocal Agreement
Mayor McCann reviewed the process to date and noted the upcoming vote by Seminole County to
adopt the Interlocal Agreement.
Discussion followed on the proposed agreement, specifically auditing provisions, and the
distribution of funds.
"MOTION TO APPROVE ITEM 500.” [THE 4TH GENERATION PENNY SALES TAX - INTERLOCAL
AGREEMENT] MOTION BY COMMISSIONER RESNICK. SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER ELLIOTT.
DISCUSSION.
VOTE: BRUCE (AYE); JOHNSON (AYE); RESNICK (AYE); ELLIOTT (AYE); BENTON (AYE)
MOTION CARRIED 5-0.
501) New Business
Commissioner Resnick asked that the 2009 Senior Center Municipal Services Agreement be
brought to a future meeting and that the Commission consider updating the agreement.
Commissioner Bruce asked about solutions at the pickleball courts for bugs, shade, and paddle
rotation.
Commissioner Resnick noted he thought the city website should be looked at for an overhaul to
make it more user-friendly.
Mayor McCann commented briefly on the Senior Center and noted he thought the increased
attention may be a result of the upcoming election. Brief discussion followed.
Interim Manager Hursh noted that he would be willing to set up a Workshop to discuss the Senior
Center and the current agreement at a date following the budget workshop.
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REPORTS
600) Interim City Manager Phil Hursh
• Noted pond sediment removal work was finishing up;
• Noted the traffic signal at Michael Blake Boulevard may be active by August;
• Noted the Winding Hollow turn lane project would soon be advertised and briefly discussed
the anticipated timeline.
601) City Attorney Anthony A. Garganese
• Noted an email sent prior to the Commission meeting and an injunction from the Southern
District Court of Florida deeming SB774 and the Form 6 requirement for municipal officials
unconstitutional. Attorney Garganese noted the Commission on Ethics would be providing
further guidance.
602) City Clerk Christian Gowan
• No report
605) Seat Three Commissioner Ted Johnson
• No report.
606) Seat Four Commissioner Cade Resnick
• Suggested collecting attendee data at city events such as email addresses;
• Noted a request from the Rotary Club to place entrance signs noting their presence in the
city.
607) Seat Five Commissioner Rob Elliott
• No report
608) Mayor Kevin McCann
• Noted his recent trip to Washington DC with Commissioner Resnick and meetings with
Representative Cory Mills and Senators Marco Rubio and Rick Scott. Discussed the potential
need for a federal lobbyist’
• Noted the recent Leadership Seminole graduation and congratulated Deputy Mayor Benton
on his completion of the program.
603) Seat One Commissioner/Deputy Mayor Matt Benton
• Noted he was thankful for the organizations which presented earlier in the meeting and
encouraged the City to look into supporting Rescue Outreach Mission.
604) Seat Two Commissioner Victoria Bruce
• Noted recent attendance at the Chamber Luncheon;
• Noted meeting with Staff to discuss all current development projects