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Home My WebLink About2024 08 12 Consent 310 - Approval of the July 15, 2024 City Commission Regular Meeting MintuesCONSENT AGENDA ITEM 310 CITY COMMISSION AGENDA | AUGUST 12, 2024 REGULAR MEETING TITLE Approval of the Minutes from the Monday, July 15, 2024 City Commission Regular Meeting SUMMARY N/A FUNDING SOURCE RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends the Commission approve the July 15, 2024 City Commission Regular Meeting Minutes as presented. 561 CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MONDAY, JULY 15, 2024 AT 6:30 PM CITY HALL – COMMISSION CHAMBERS 1126 EAST STATE ROAD 434, WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA 562 CITY COMMISSION MINUTES | REGULAR MEETING | MONDAY, JULY 15, 2024 | PAGE 2 OF 6 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Kevin McCann called the Regular Meeting of Monday, July 15, 2024 of the City Commission to order at 6:46 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 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. Commissioner Resnick asked that Items 301 and 302 be discussed prior to the adoption of the Consent Agenda. There was no objection and the agenda was adopted.. AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS 100) Tobacco Prevention Efforts Presentation by the Department of Health Interns from the Florida Department of Health in Seminole County presented on the dangers of tobacco and available resources. Presenters included Chloe Haye, Marlene Kpogoh, Joshua Mariano, Kayla Monsalve, Kaushik Rajkumar, Jyostna Reddy, and Madisen Xavier. 101) UCF Business Incubation Program Winter Springs Semi-Annual Update Ms. Terrilyn Rolle, Director, Community Development Department introduced Mr. Rafael Camaano, Manager, UCF Winter Springs Incubator, 1500 E State Road 434, Suite XXXX, Winter Springs. Mr. Camaano presented an update on programs, incubator locations, and services provided by the UCF Incubator. 102) Vision Zero Safety Action Plan Ms. Rolle introduced representatives from MetroPlan Orlando to discuss the Winter Springs draft Vision Zero plan. Ms. Mighk Wilson 250 S Orange Ave, Suite 250, Orlando and Ms. Melissa Porcaro , Transportation Planner, HGR - 315 E Robinson St, Orlando provided a presentation on the background of Vision Zero, technical aspects of the plan, and recommendations. Discussion followed on funding availability from MetroPlan for a multimodal action plan, the need to improve lighting along State Road 434, coordination with groups such as Mothers Against Drunk Driving, the impact of speed reduction efforts toward achieving the Vision Zero goals. INFORMATIONAL AGENDA 200) Current Development Project Summary No discussion. 563 CITY COMMISSION MINUTES | REGULAR MEETING | MONDAY, JULY 15, 2024 | PAGE 3 OF 6 201) Waste Pro Annual Performance Review No discussion. PUBLIC INPUT Mayor McCann opened Public Input. Mr. Frank Amato, 706 Highgate Drive, Winter Springs shared information about Wildwood and concerns about validity of declarations and preservation.1 Commissioner Resnick noted previously speaking with Mr. Amato and forwarding concerns to Attorney Garganese. Mr. James Irwin, 648 Redwood Drive, Winter Springs spoke further on the Wildwood subdivision and questions/concerns. Ms. Leah Weisman, 113 Brookshire Court, Winter Springs spoke about the proposed Central Winds Park plan and the need to address accessibility. Mr. R.J. Grimsley, 1271 Belle Avenue, Winter Springs spoke about a desire to expand his paintball operations and willingness to work with the City to do this. Mr. Art Gallo, 199 Nandina Terrace, Winter Springs noted his research related to the budget, utility enterprise fund(s), and impacts on water bills. Ms. Sheila Benton, 414 Cedarwood Court, Winter Springs discussed the budget workshop and concerns about not using zero-based budgeting. Ms. Gina Shafer, Winter Springs Village, Winter Springs prayed for the country, commended the Celebration of Freedom event, and expressed disappointment in the handling of the invocation discussion at the previous meeting. Mayor McCann closed Public Input. CONSENT AGENDA 300) 2025-2027 Central Florida Highland Games Agreement No discussion. 301) Selection of RFP# 05-24-03 LH Central Winds Park Master Plan Update Services Commissioner Resnick asked how much of the previous master plan had been completed. Mr. Brian Dunigan, Director, Operations Department spoke about the progress made and further discussion followed on ADA considerations. Ms. Rolle noted that review and recommendations based on the former plan were included in this proposal. 302) Orange Avenue Storm Sewer Pipe Repair 1 The information provided by Mr. Amato is included at the end of these Minutes. 564 CITY COMMISSION MINUTES | REGULAR MEETING | MONDAY, JULY 15, 2024 | PAGE 4 OF 6 Commissioner Resnick asked about the scope of work. Interim Manager Hursh noted the extra costs were associated with how deep the pipes were buried and the cost of accessing them. 303) Proposal for Utilities Department to Purchase One (1) Utility Body Crane Truck No discussion. 304) Interlocal Agreement for Contribution of Individual Settlement Funds No discussion. 305) Resolution 2024-13: Process of Service No discussion 306) Resolution No. 2024-14 - Personnel Policy Sick Leave No discussion. 307) Approval of the Monday, June 24, 2024 City Commission Regular Meeting Minutes No discussion. "MOTION TO APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA." MOTION BY COMMISSIONER RESNICK. SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BENTON. DISCUSSION. VOTE: BRUCE (AYE); JOHNSON (AYE); RESNICK (AYE); ELLIOTT (AYE); BENTON (AYE) MOTION CARRIED 5-0. PUBLIC HEARINGS AGENDA 400. Not Used REGULAR AGENDA 500) Budget Overview and Proposed Operating Millage Rate for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Mayor McCann invited discussion on next steps for the budget process. Ms. Holly Queen, Director, Finance Department discussed timeline, deadlines, and reviewed the budget process going forward. After brief discussion the Commission agreed that they would hold a Monday, July 22, 2024 Special Meeting at 6:30pm and would organize individual meetings prior to that with Staff to answer questions. Discussion followed on analysis regarding the impact of the homestead exemption on the ballot and the status of the audit. Commissioners Benton and Bruce then asked questions about the proposed budget including facilities maintenance costs, headcount, Central Winds lighting costs, and clarification on certain terms. 501) Appointment Opportunities for City Boards and Committees “I MOVE TO REAPPOINT MICHAEL FERRANTE TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD.” MOTION BY COMMISSIONER JOHNSON. SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER RESNICK. DISCUSSION. 565 CITY COMMISSION MINUTES | REGULAR MEETING | MONDAY, JULY 15, 2024 | PAGE 5 OF 6 VOTE: BRUCE (AYE); JOHNSON (AYE); RESNICK (AYE); ELLIOTT (AYE); BENTON (AYE) MOTION CARRIED 5-0. “I MOVE TO APPOINT KAREN OWENS TO THE CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD [SEAT THREE].” MOTION BY COMMISSIONER JOHNSON. SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER RESNICK. DISCUSSION. VOTE: BRUCE (AYE); JOHNSON (AYE); RESNICK (AYE); ELLIOTT (AYE); BENTON (AYE) MOTION CARRIED 5-0. “I MAKE A MOTION TO APPOINT MAURICE KAPROW TO THE CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD [AT- LARGE SEAT].” MOTION BY COMMISSIONER JOHNSON. SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER ELLIOTT. DISCUSSION. VOTE: BRUCE (AYE); JOHNSON (AYE); RESNICK (AYE); ELLIOTT (AYE); BENTON (AYE) MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 502) New Business Commissioner Resnick discussed Wildwood and his discussions to date with the individuals that spoke at Public Input. Attorney Garganese noted a variety of issues with Wildwood including declarations and covenants and renewal requirements which were HOA issues; rights of way responsibility issues; ownership of certain parcels, etc. Commissioner Resnick noted a request he had received related to the installation of a screen projector setup and associated power for the Senior Center. Commissioner Bruce asked about scheduling presentations with groups such as the St. Johns River Water Management District and University of Florida Extension office. REPORTS 600) Interim City Manager Phil Hursh • No report 601) City Attorney Anthony A. Garganese • No report 602) City Clerk Christian Gowan • No report 603) Seat Five Commissioner Rob Elliott • No report 604) Mayor Kevin McCann • Noted Sheriff was at the VFW discussing opioids and noted his attendance at the discussion. • Noted attendance at the Celebration of Freedom and thought it was a great event; • Encouraged people to check their voter registration to make sure that it was up to date based on a recent conversation with the Supervisor of Elections and recent changes to election law. 566 CITY COMMISSION MINUTES | REGULAR MEETING | MONDAY, JULY 15, 2024 | PAGE 6 OF 6 605) Seat One Commissioner/Deputy Mayor Matt Benton • Noted attendance at Private Business Association of Seminole (PBAS) event and meeting new CEO; 606) Seat Two Commissioner Victoria Bruce • Noted attendance at Celebration of Freedom and handing out flags with daughter; • Noted discussions and working to address ponds in Oak Forest; • Noted RFP related to pond maintenance; • Noted planned attendance at Boca Raton meeting related to Public-Private Partnerships 607) Seat Three Commissioner Ted Johnson • Thanked the Clerk, Mr. Gowan for compiling information on the Lake Jesup Reclaimed Water Augmentation Facility. 608) Seat Four Commissioner Cade Resnick • Noted attendance at Celebration of Freedom and thought it was a great event; • Noted Winter Springs Chamber internship program and possibility of partnering. • Noted Winter Springs High School was looking for mentors; • Noted Rescue Outreach Mission’s previous presentation to the Commission and asked that the Commission consider if the City could contribute; • Discussed the budget and the need to raise the millage as a majority residential community. PUBLIC INPUT Mayor McCann opened Public Input. Ms. Leah Weisman, 113 Brookshire Court, Winter Springs spoke about the voter registration deadline. Mayor McCann closed Public Input. ADJOURNMENT Mayor McCann adjourned the meeting at 9:40 p.m. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED: ____________________________________ CHRISTIAN D. GOWAN, MPA CITY CLERK APPROVED: _____________________________________ MAYOR KEVIN McCANN NOTE: These Minutes were approved at the August 12, 2024 City Commission Regular Meeting. 567 The following documents were submitted by Mr. Frank Amato at the July 15, 2024 City Commission Regular Meeting during the first Public Input 568 569 570 571 572 573 574 575 576 577