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Home My WebLink About2024 12 09 Consent 309 - Approval of the October 28, 2024 City Commission Regular Meeting MinutesCONSENT AGENDA ITEM 309 CITY COMMISSION AGENDA | DECEMBER 9, 2024 REGULAR MEETING TITLE Approval of the October 28, 2024 City Commission Regular Meeting Minutes SUMMARY FUNDING SOURCE RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends the Commission approve the October 28, 2024 City Commission Regular Meeting minutes as presented. 88 CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MONDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2024 AT 6:30 PM CITY HALL – COMMISSION CHAMBERS 1126 EAST STATE ROAD 434, WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA 89 CITY COMMISSION MINUTES | REGULAR MEETING | MONDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2024 | PAGE 2 OF 6 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Kevin McCann called the Regular Meeting of Monday, October 28, 2024 of the City Commission to order at 6:33 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, absent Commissioner Cade Resnick, present Commissioner Rob Elliott, present Interim City Manager Phil Hursh, present City Attorney Anthony Garganese, present City Clerk Christian Gowan, present Rabbi Tzvi Dubov provided the invocation followed by the Pledge of Allegiance AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS 100) Presentation from the Veteran and Veteran Family Advisory Committee regarding a Proposal for a Banner Program Ms. Laurel Ross presented on a proposal from the Veterans and Veterans Family Committee related to a banner program honoring veterans. Discussion followed on the efforts of the committee, potential locations, and concerns about allowing banners for only certain groups. INFORMATIONAL AGENDA 200. Not Used PUBLIC INPUT Mayor McCann opened Public Input. Ms. Robin Rives, 304 Winter Green Drive, Winter Springs noted she was a new resident, introduced herself, and reviewed her background in sustainability. Mr. Michael Cusich, 1283 Marley Lane, Winter Springs noted concerns about a boundary with Central Winds Park and Jesups Landing and associated flooding concerns. Interim Manager Hursh noted he would reach out to discuss further. Ms. Leah Weisman, 113 Brookshire Court, Winter Springs suggested the formation of an infrastructure board and website improvements for reporting issues to the city. Ms. Gina Shafer, Winter Springs Village, Winter Springs thanked Commissioner Johnson for his service to the city and noted she was in favor of the banner proposal. Mayor McCann closed Public Input. 90 CITY COMMISSION MINUTES | REGULAR MEETING | MONDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2024 | PAGE 3 OF 6 CONSENT AGENDA 300) Approval of Resolution 2024-32: Extension of Declaration of Local Emergency related to Hurricane Milton No discussion. 301) Emergency Repair of Hayes Road No discussion. 302) Purchase Axon Taser 10 Less than Lethal Devices for the Police Department No discussion. 303) Purchase of Emergency Equipment for Police Vehicles No discussion. 304) Electronic Door Upgrade City Hall and Police Department No discussion. 305) Department of Energy - (EECBG) Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant. No discussion. 306) Microsoft 365 Licensing No discussion. 307) First Amendment to Road Impact Fee/Mobility Fee Interlocal Agreement Seminole County/City of Winter Springs No discussion. 308) Consideration of Support for Proposed University of Central Florida (UCF) Institute of Government No discussion. "MOTION TO APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA." MOTION BY COMMISSIONER RESNICK. SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BRUCE. DISCUSSION. VOTE: BRUCE (AYE); RESNICK (AYE); ELLIOTT (AYE); BENTON (AYE) MOTION CARRIED 4-0. PUBLIC HEARINGS AGENDA 400. Not Used 91 CITY COMMISSION MINUTES | REGULAR MEETING | MONDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2024 | PAGE 4 OF 6 REGULAR AGENDA 500) Proposal by the Utilities Department to Approve the Purchase of two (2) Portable Bypass Pumps and one (1) Permanent Bypass Pump to utilize at Lift Stations for Enhanced Emergency Preparedness. Brief discussion regarding the need for the requested items. "MOTION TO APPROVE ITEM 500. [AUTHORIZE PAT’S PUMP & BLOWER TO BUILD AND DELIVER TWO (2) PORTABLE BYPASS PUMPS AND ONE (1) PERMANENT BYPASS PUMP AT THE PURCHASE PRICE OF $449,625.00. AND AUTHORIZING THE INTERIM CITY MANAGER AND CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE AND EXECUTE ANY AND ALL APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS CONSISTENT WITH THIS AGENDA ITEM.] MOTION BY COMMISSIONER RESNICK. SECONDED BY DEPUTY MAYOR BENTON. DISCUSSION. VOTE: BRUCE (AYE); RESNICK (AYE); ELLIOTT (AYE); BENTON (AYE) MOTION CARRIED 4-0. 501) Lift Station 5 East Emergency Repair Vendor Selection and Contract Award to L7 Construction, Inc. Brief discussion on the location of the lift station. "MOTION TO APPROVE ITEM 501.” [AUTHORIZE THE CONTRACT AWARD TO L7 CONSTRUCTION, INC. FOR EMERGENCY REPAIRS MADE AT LIFT STATION 5 EAST NOT TO EXCEED $197,000 AND AUTHORIZING THE INTERIM CITY MANAGER AND CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE AND EXECUTE ANY AND ALL APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS CONSISTENT WITH THIS AGENDA ITEM. ." MOTION BY CADE RESNICK. SECONDED BY MATT BENTON. DISCUSSION. VOTE: BRUCE (AYE); RESNICK (AYE); ELLIOTT (AYE); BENTON (AYE) MOTION CARRIED 4-0. 502) Temporary Lease of Belt Presses for Wastewater Treatment Plants Brief discussion on the anticipated rental period. "MOTION TO APPROVE ITEM 502.” [THE APPROVAL OF TWO (2) BELT PRESSES FOR EACH WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT WHILE CURRENT EQUIPMENT UNDERGOES REPAIRS. AND AUTHORIZING THE INTERIM CITY MANAGER AND CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE AND EXECUTE ANY AND ALL APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS CONSISTENT WITH THIS AGENDA ITEM.] MOTION BY DEPUTY MAYOR BENTON. SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER RESNICK. DISCUSSION. VOTE: BRUCE (AYE); RESNICK (AYE); ELLIOTT (AYE); BENTON (AYE) MOTION CARRIED 4-0. 503) Waste Pro Collection of Post Hurricane Milton Smaller Yard Debris. Interim Manager Hursh reviewed the proposal and the cost of $80,000 to authorize Waste Pro to collect bagged yard debris on a modified schedule. Discussion followed on the possibility of granting prior approval for future hurricane seasons. Mr. Eric Saxton, Waste Pro, noted service disruptions that resulted from Hurricane Milton and provided an estimated timeline if the proposed weekend pickups were not authorized. 92 CITY COMMISSION MINUTES | REGULAR MEETING | MONDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2024 | PAGE 5 OF 6 Further discussion followed on the impact of the closed transfer station. "MOTION TO APPROVE ITEM 503.” [APPROVAL FOR THE COLLECTION OF BAGGED YARD DEBRIS BY WASTE PRO IN THE AFTERMATH OF HURRICANE MILTON.] MOTION BY COMMISSIONER ELLIOTT. SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER RESNICK. DISCUSSION. VOTE: BRUCE (NAY); RESNICK (AYE); ELLIOTT (AYE); BENTON (AYE) MOTION CARRIED3-1. 504) New Business Commissioner Resnick proposed a separate swearing-in meeting for November 12, 2024 and keeping the regular Commission Meeting on November 18th. Brief discussion followed but there was no consensus on moving the date. Commissioner Bruce asked about the status of the automatic sandbag machine and Interim Manager Hursh indicated that he would look into this and provide an update to the Commission. Commissioner Elliott noted Authentic Church was looking to expand and wanted to stay in Winter Springs, he asked anyone with a lead on property to contact the church. REPORTS 600) Interim City Manager Phil Hursh • Provided an update on ongoing construction projects including the Winding Hollow kickoff meeting, Orange Ave repair, and Lake Audubon repair 601) City Attorney Anthony A. Garganese • No report 602) City Clerk Christian Gowan • No report 603) Seat Five Commissioner Rob Elliott • Noted his attendance at the Hometown Harvest event; • Noted a recent pickleball tournament that was successfully held in the city. 604) Mayor Kevin McCann • No report. 605) Seat One Commissioner/Deputy Mayor Matt Benton • Noted attendance at Hometown Harvest • Noted the ongoing opportunity for residents to offer feedback to be incorporated in the Comprehensive Plan and Parks Master Plan. 606) Seat Two Commissioner Victoria Bruce • Noted attendance at the Community Workshop for Chickfila; • Noted the arcade in the Villagio plaza had closed; 93 CITY COMMISSION MINUTES | REGULAR MEETING | MONDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2024 | PAGE 6 OF 6 • Noted attendance at Hometown Harvest event and encouraged coordination with Winter Springs High School to avoid interference with homecoming; • Noted hearing about Town Center management company’s lack of responsiveness and associated challenges with economic development. 607) Seat Three Commissioner Ted Johnson • No report – absent 608) Seat Four Commissioner Cade Resnick • Noted complaints from residents about customer service; • Discussed the need to look at stormwater infrastructure, flooding concerns, and communication concerns and noted he was not opposed to the formation of an Infrastructure Board; • Noted attendance at Hometown Harvest, the Seminole Mayor’s Meeting, and Rescue Outreach Mission event. PUBLIC INPUT Mayor McCann opened Public Input. Ms. Leah Weisman, 113 Brookshire Court, Winter Springs noted issues with handicap parking at Hometown Harvest and suggested improvements. Ms. Gina Shafer, Winter Springs Village, Winter Springs spoke about importance of the Comprehensive Plan and encouraged sharing the link to the ongoing comment process with residents. Mayor McCann closed Public Input. ADJOURNMENT Mayor McCann adjourned the meeting at 8:01 p.m. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED: ____________________________________ CHRISTIAN D. GOWAN, MPA CITY CLERK APPROVED: _____________________________________ MAYOR KEVIN McCANN NOTE: These Minutes were approved at the _____________________________ City Commission Regular Meeting. 94