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HomeMy WebLinkAbout00-2025 01 27 City Commission Regular Meeting Minutes CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MONDAY, JANUARY 27, 2025 AT 6:30 PM CITY HALL – COMMISSION CHAMBERS 1126 EAST STATE ROAD 434, WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA C I T Y C O M M I S S I O N M I N U T E S | R E G U L A R M E E T I N G | M O N D A Y , J A N U A R Y 27, 2 0 2 5 | P A G E 2 O F 8 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Kevin McCann called the Regular Meeting of Monday, January 27, 2025 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 Cade Resnick, present Commissioner Paul Diaz, present Commissioner Victoria Bruce, present Commissioner Sarah Baker, present Commissioner Mark Caruso, present City Manager Kevin A. Sweet, present City Attorney Anthony Garganese, present City Clerk Christian Gowan, present Pastor Bob Melhorn led the invocation followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Commissioner Paul Diaz asked that Item 300 be discussed prior to approval of the C onsent Agenda. There was no objection and the agenda was adopted. AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS 100) Non-Binding Preliminary Review (NBPR-2025-0002): HARBCO, 1063 W SR 434, Oviedo, FL 32765 Ms. Terrilyn Rolle, Director, Community Development Department introduced the applicant and provided a brief overview of the parcel and application. Mr. Frank Kruppenbacher and Mr. Sam Siwali presented the proposed project. Discussion followed on the potential of annexing the property, proposed tenants, and water availability. Ms. Rolle noted the City of Oviedo was not willing to deannex any portion of the property and reiterated the proposed wholesale agreement related to water provision. The Commission requested that the City Manager discuss this further with Oviedo. INFORMATIONAL AGENDA 200. Not Used PUBLIC INPUT Mayor McCann opened Public Input. The following individuals spoke in support of maintaining the Veteran and Veteran Families Committee: Mr. Steven Orf, 433 Lexingdale Drive, Orlando; Mr. Paul Bertram, 1461 Fairway Oaks Drive, Casselberry; Ms. Bridget Lake, 8849 Larwin Lane, Orlando; Ms. Laurel Ross, 1778 Seneca Boulevard, Winter Springs; Ms. Kim Bean, 1426 Spalding Road, Winter Springs; Mr. Scott Sims, 218 N Alderwood Street, Winter Springs; Mr. William Smith, 434 S. Hawthorn Circle, Winter Springs; Mr. Joe Cummisky, 2665 Danielle Drive; Mr. Matthew Smith, 251 Michael Blake Boulevard, Winter Springs; Mr. Paul Dillman, 388 Twelve Oaks Drive, Winter Springs; Mr. Wayne Douglas, 420 Cedarwood Court, Winter Spring; Mr. Robert Miller, 679 Silver Creek Drive, Winter Springs; Mr. Octavius Clark, 1630 Willow Oak Lane, Sanford; Ms. C I T Y C O M M I S S I O N M I N U T E S | R E G U L A R M E E T I N G | M O N D A Y , J A N U A R Y 27, 2 0 2 5 | P A G E 3 O F 8 Donna Bruno, 599 Alton Road, Winter Springs; Ms. Sheila Benton, 414 Cedarwood Court, Winter Springs; Mr. Ken Greenberg, Winter Springs Community Association, 1635 White Dove Drive, Winter Springs Mr. Paul Partyka, 1693 Wingspan Way, Winter Springs invited Commissioners to the next PBAS meeting and spoke in favor of maintaining the veteran committee. Ms. Leah Weisman, 113 Brookshire Drive, Winter Springs spoke in support of city boards and committees. Mr. Matt Benton, 414 Cedarwood Court, Winter Springs asked the Commission to consider amending the Charter to protect conservation easements and park lands. Mayor McCann closed Public Input. *NOTE: THE AGENDA WAS DISCUSSED IN THE ORDER NOTED BELOW* REGULAR AGENDA 501) Review of the Veteran and Veteran Families Advisory Committee “MOTION TO MAINTAIN THE VETERANS COMMITTEE, APOLOGIZE TO VETERANS, AND AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO MEET AND BRING BACK RECOMMENDATIONS FOR CLARIFYING THE RESOLUTION INCLUDING STAFF’S RECOMMENDATIONS.” MOTION BY COMMISSIONER CARUSO. SECONDED BY DEPUTY MAYOR RESNICK. DISCUSSION. VOTE: BAKER (AYE); BRUCE(AYE); CARUSO (AYE); DIAZ (AYE); RESNICK (AYE) MOTION CARRIED: 5-0. CONSENT AGENDA 300) Quarter 1 Budget Amendment for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Ms. Holly Queen, Director, Finance Department was available for questions Commissioner Diaz reviewed the proposed budget amendment and associated concerns, asked that the Commission seek specific assurances prior to approval, and read several questions he had for the Finance Director. Manager Sweet noted no new allocations under ARPA and Commissioner Diaz reiterated his concerns and intent to provide oversight. Ms. Queen commented on the proposed budget amendment and explained this was an administrative function. 301) Public Works / Fleet Division - Wheel Alignment Machine Purchase No discussion 302) Ellianos Coffee Shop Final Site Acceptance No discussion. 303) The Oviedo-Winter Springs Chamber of Commerce "Central Winds Music Festival" Agreement No discussion. C I T Y C O M M I S S I O N M I N U T E S | R E G U L A R M E E T I N G | M O N D A Y , J A N U A R Y 27, 2 0 2 5 | P A G E 4 O F 8 "MOTION TO APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA." MOTION BY DEPUTY MAYOR RESNICK. SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BRUCE. DISCUSSION. VOTE: BAKER (AYE); BRUCE (AYE); CARUSO (AYE) DIAZ (NAY); RESNICK (AYE) MOTION CARRIED 4-1. PUBLIC HEARINGS AGENDA 400) Second Reading of Ordinance 2025-01: Tree Removal, Land Clearing, Grading, and Excavation Permits Attorney Garganese read Ordinance 2025-01 by title, noted no changes since first reading, and invited 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 STAFF RECOMMENDS THAT THE CITY COMMISSION HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING AND APPROVE THE SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE 2025 -01. ." MOTION BY CADE RESNICK. SECONDED BY SARAH BAKER. DISCUSSION. VOTE: BAKER (AYE); BRUCE(AYE); CARUSO (AYE); DIAZ (AYE); RESNICK (AYE) MOTION CARRIED: 5-0. 401) Second Reading of Ordinance 2025-02: Land Development and Subdivisions Attorney Garganese read Ordinance 2025-02 by title, noted several technical changes since the first reading that were provided to the Commission, and invited questions. Mayor McCann opened the Public Hearing for Item 401. No one addressed the Commission Mayor McCann closed the Public Hearing for Item 401. "MOTION TO APPROVE .” [HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING AND APPROVE THE SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE 2025-02.] MOTION BY DEPUTY MAYOR RESNICK. SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER CARUSO. DISCUSSION. VOTE: BAKER (AYE); BRUCE(AYE); CARUSO (AYE); DIAZ (AYE); RESNICK (AYE) MOTION CARRIED: 5-0. 402) Greenway Kia North: Site Plan/Final Engineering Plans, Aesthetic Review, and Development Agreement. Mr. Talbert Jackson, Senior Planner, Community Development Department reviewed the proposed project and noted the Planning and Zoning Board's recommendation of approval. The applicant and representatives were present and available for questions. Discussion followed on the square footage of the existing building and the proposed new building and maintenance at the rear of the property. Mayor McCann opened the Public Hearing for Item 402. Mr. Matt Benton, 414 Cedar Wood Court, Winter Springs, thought the proposed provisions in the Development Agreement were necessary to prevent loading/unloading on the streets. C I T Y C O M M I S S I O N M I N U T E S | R E G U L A R M E E T I N G | M O N D A Y , J A N U A R Y 27, 2 0 2 5 | P A G E 5 O F 8 Mayor McCann closed the Public Hearing for Item 402. "MOTION TO APPROVE.” [THE SITE PLAN/FINAL ENGINEERING PLANS, AESTHETIC REVIEW, AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT.] MOTION BY DEPUTY MAYOR RESNICK. SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BRUCE. DISCUSSION. VOTE: BAKER (AYE); BRUCE(AYE); CARUSO (AYE); DIAZ (AYE); RESNICK (AYE) MOTION CARRIED: 5-0. 403) First Reading of Ordinance 2025-03: Revising Section 14-3 of the City Code Regarding Criminal History Background Screening MOTION TO READ BY TITLE ONLY. MOTION BY DEPUTY MAYOR RESNICK. MOTION PASSED WITH UNANIMOUS CONSENT. Attorney Garganese read Ordinance 2025-03 by title, briefly reviewed past action and the requirement for this ordinance. Mayor McCann opened the Public Hearing for Item 403. Mr. Robert Miller, 679 Silver Creek Drive, Winter Springs spoke on the need for background checks for elected officials Mr. Art Gallo, 199 Nandina Terrace, Winter Springs suggested opening the Public Hearing prior to making a motion. Ms. Sheila Benton, 414 Cedar Wood Court, Winter Springs spoke in favor of requiring background checks for candidates. Mr. Ken Greenberg, 1635 White Dove Drive, Winter Springs, spoke against the suggestion of requiring background checks for candidates and asked that the city focus on unity. Mayor McCann closed the Public Hearing for Item 403. "MOTION TO APPROVE STAFF IS RECOMMENDING THE CITY COMMISSION CONDUCT A FIRST READING AND APPROVE ORDINANCE 2025-03. ." MOTION BY CADE RESNICK. SECONDED BY MARK CARUSO. DISCUSSION. VOTE: BAKER (AYE); BRUCE(AYE); CARUSO (AYE); DIAZ (NAY); RESNICK (AYE) MOTION CARRIED: 4-1. 500) Discussion and Direction for 2025 Legislative Priorities Manager Sweet noted he was seeking approval for the following three appropriation requests to make to the Florida Legislature: 1. Winter Springs Village Reclaimed Water Extension 2. Tray Aerator Improvements at Water Treatment Plants 3. Winter Springs Boulevard Valve Additions Discussion followed on the potential addition of stormwater improvement projects to the list, the rationale for the requests, and the need for shovel ready projects. C I T Y C O M M I S S I O N M I N U T E S | R E G U L A R M E E T I N G | M O N D A Y , J A N U A R Y 27, 2 0 2 5 | P A G E 6 O F 8 "MOTION TO APPROVE.” [THESE (THREE) ITEMS AS THE OFFICIAL CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS APPROPRIATION REQUESTS AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO SUBMIT THESE REQUESTS AND MANAGE ALL RELATED MATTERS.] MOTION BY DEPUTY MAYOR RESNICK. SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER USO. DISCUSSION. VOTE: BAKER (AYE); BRUCE(AYE); CARUSO (AYE); DIAZ (AYE); RESNICK (AYE) MOTION CARRIED: 5-0. 502) Matters Related to Boards & Committees City Clerk Christian Gowan noted the need for the Mayor and Commission to submit the names of their appointees for the Districting Commission to be included in the establishing resolution, noted there would be a vacancy in the volunteer City Chaplain program beginning January 31st if no appointments were made for that position, and further noted that three (3) seats on the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee would be vacant as of February 1 st and that a quorum would not be able to be established for the upcoming meeting. Commissioner Caruso noted he would be nominating Geoff Kendrick to the Districting Commission. Commissioner Bruce noted she would be nominating Brenda Lambie to the Districting Commission. Commissioner Diaz noted that he would be nominating Jean Hovey to the Districting Commission. 503) New Business Mayor McCann noted three events coming up - Leadership Seminole’s Leadership Summit, State of the County Luncheon, and Tri-County League of Cities – and asked that Commissioners reach out to the Clerk to note if they would be in attendance. Commissioner Bruce asked about the possibility of a turn lane into Central Winds Park. Deputy Mayor Resnick asked that the city look at opportunities to honor people who serve on the Commission and bring back a naming policy to be considered at the February 24 th Commission Meeting. Commissioner Bruce asked about the city checkbook online and asked if it was being maintained. Manager Sweet noted that there had been an issue with the website and it was now updated. Brief discussion about the possibility of a speed study on Gazelle Road. REPORTS 600) City Manager Kevin A. Sweet • Welcomed Clete Saunier as the new Utilities Director; • Noted he had reached out to the Seminole County Veteran Services Office and would share ideas for the Veteran and Veteran Families Advisory Committee; • Noted attendance at the recent Mayor and Manager meeting and ongoing networking with peers in neighboring cities; • Recognized the Finance Department and provided an update on the FY2024 audit. 601) City Attorney Anthony A. Garganese • No report 602) City Clerk Christian Gowan C I T Y C O M M I S S I O N M I N U T E S | R E G U L A R M E E T I N G | M O N D A Y , J A N U A R Y 27, 2 0 2 5 | P A G E 7 O F 8 • No report 604) Seat Three Commissioner Sarah Baker • Welcomed Mr. Saunier to the city and asked that the city reach out to board members for ideas related to improving the city boards and committees. 605) Seat Four Commissioner Cade Resnick • Noted observations related to road conditions and stormwater concerns and thought the Infrastructure Committee could be useful in helping the city; • Asked about the status of renaming the Senior Center after Susie Coffman and asked that this be brought to the next meeting; • Noted attendance at the Highland Games. 606) Seat Five Commissioner Mark Caruso • Noted attendance at the Highland Games; • Noted he was glad to see progress being made on the Winding Hollow turn lane project; • Noted taking a tour of the UCF Incubator; • Highlighted two scouts that had recently made it to Eagle Scout. 607) Mayor Kevin McCann • Commented on stormwater and improvements that had been made since Hurricane Ian. 608) Seat One Commissioner Paul Diaz • Noted ongoing involvement with youth lacrosse programs; • Noted his recent attendance at, and completion of, the Institute for Elected Municipal Officers I; • Noted recent attendance at the VFW Comic Book/Collectible Show and a new business that would be coming to the city; • Noted that he would be hosting a local Girl Scout Troop on Wednesday and providing them a tour of City Hall and an opportunity to ask questions about local government. 603) Seat Two Commissioner Victoria Bruce • Noted ongoing communications with staff related to the dog park and maintenance; • Noted efforts to connect the Greeneway Interchange District property owners with the UCF Incubator; • Noted attendance at the recent Comprehensive Plan Workshop and thought there was valuable feedback provided; • Noted the upcoming opening of Winter Springs Babe Ruth and her family’s involvement; • Noted sponsoring a portion of a local road and invited residents to join in helping with an upcoming cleaning effort; • Noted a bid for building inspection services that was currently open; • Noted a broken light post on Tuscora and Northern Way that she asked be addressed; • Noted planned attendance at the local Seminole County Elected Womens group.