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HomeMy WebLinkAbout00-2025 02 24 City Commission Regular Meeting MinutesREGULAR MEETING MINUTES �NDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2025 AT 6:30 PM CITY HALL -COMMISSION CHAMBERS 1126 EAST STATE ROAD 434, WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA Mr. Kyle Reineck, 679 Benitawood Court, Winter Springs asked that the lighting proposal be reconsidered for Central Winds Park. Mr. Gary Coffman, 640 N Devon Avenue, Winter Springs asked about a DEP letter sent to the City and concerns about fecal coliform and total suspended solids disbursement. Ms. Marguerite Orf, 702 Cottonwood Court, Winter Springs asked about a public pool that was promised and never built, noted speeding concerns and the need for speed bumps on Trotwood and Winter Springs Boulevards, Mr. Norman Gaspar, 901 Red Oak Court, Winter Springs spoke in support of increased lighting at Central Winds Park. Mr. William Morrisey, 965 Sequoia Drive, Winter Springs thought the city should prioritize funding for issues other than lighting and water usage concerns for Central Winds Park. Ms. Gina Shafer, Winter Springs Village, Winter Springs asked for time limits on commissioners and asked for consideration of ordinance related to alley maintenance and public ownership. Mr. Ruben Trevino, 737 Sailfish Road, Winter Springs noted seeing no activity on creeks since last hurricane season and asked about planned work. Mayor McCann closed Public Input. CONSENT AGENDA 300) Establishment of the 2025 Districting Commission No discussion. 301) Highlands Villages I and II -Sidewalk Improvements No discussion. 302) Endeavour Drive South -Roadway Repair No discussion. 303) Central Winds Park Master Plan Report. Deputy Mayor Resnick noted the Central Winds Master Plan report was suggestions for the Commission to analyze and take action as desired. 304) Purchase of John Deere 7700A Precision -Cut Fairway Mower No discussion. 305) RFPI1-24-05 LH Landscape Maintenance Services Commissioner Caruso noted his review of the subject RFP, comparison to other cities, and meeting with staff regarding concerns specifically related to one company handling all city landscaping. He further noted concerns about the maintenance of ponds and roadways and outsourcing and suggested the service should be brought in house. Manager Sweet commented on the savings the city realized by outsourcing the landscaping services and further savings from consolidating the contract to one vendor. "MOTION TO APPROVE ITEM 500. (APPROVE THE AWARD OF THE PROPOSAL FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE WEST WATER RECLAMATION FACILITY INLET VALVE TO CATHCART CONSTRUCTION COMPANY IN THE AMOUNT OF $593,658.00 WITH AN ESTIMATED COMPLETION TIME OF 30 DAYS. IT IS ALSO REQUESTED THAT THE CITY MANAGER AND CITY ATTORNEY PREPARE AND EXECUTE ALL APPLICABLE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS CONSISTENT WITH THIS AGENDA ITEM.] MOTION BY DEPUTY MAYOR RESNICK. SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BAKER. DISCUSSION. VOTE: BAKER (AYE); BRUCE (AYE); CARUSO (AYE); DIAZ (AYE); RESNICK (AYE) MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 501) Matters Related to Boards &Committees Brief discussion on the need to provide direction to boards about expectations, the will of the Commission to continue reviewing boards and committees individually, and the status of merging the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee and Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee. "MOTION TO PAUSE BRINGING BOARDS AND COMMITTEES FOR REVIEW UNTIL THERE IS ONE THAT THE COMMISSION WANTS TO LOOK AT SPECIFICALLY." 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. 502) New Business Commissioner Resnick asked about the possibility of a study to look at outsourcing versus bringing services in-house Commissioner Diaz thanked staff for providing financial documents and discussed various required studies that he would want included a study if it were to take place. Manager Sweet noted that, based on these suggestions, staff would not be able to produce anything in time for consideration of the next budget. Mayor McCann noted the Commission meeting scheduled for March 24th and conflicts with the Florida League of Cities t_egislative Action Days. The Commission agreed to reschedule the meeting from March 24`h to March 31s' Commissioner Bruce asked about budgeting for secondary water standard solutions, creek cleanup, and noted the Jetta Point property was potentially being put up for sale by Seminole County. Commissioner Bruce noted a discussion with Commissioner Bob Dallari, Seminole County Board of County Commissioners, about potential interest from hotels and asked about a potential economic feasibility study. Manager Sweet noted the city had requested state funding for water standard solutions, waiting on final approval for NRCS to continue with debris and sediment removal in the creeks, and familiarity with discussions about the Jetta Point property. Mayor McCann asked about proposed workshops related to wastewater and other topics. Manager Sweet noted a proposed March 13th workshop meeting for wastewater/reclaimed discussion from 9:30 am -12 pm. Brief discussion followed on the planned attendees and it was noted representatives from Veolia would not be present. . W. Kevin Hockenberry, 758 Tuskawilla Road, Suite 1372 - Authentic Church - Winter Springs, noted concerns about speed on Tuskawilla Road in the Town Center, multiple incidents witnessed there, and asked for increased police patrol. Ms. Gina Shafer, Winter Springs Village, Winter Springs noted county funding for Incubator and thought other cities should contribute, asked about the city holding a mother/son event, and asked about QR codes in parks to share information. Ms. Shafer also asked that the Commission not have their phones on the dais. Mr. Art Gallo, 199 Nandina Terrace, Winter Springs discussed Jetta Point, previous plans, and impacts to nearby neighborhoods. Mr. Gallo invited the Mayor and/or Commission to speak to nearby HOA(s) and get community input. Finally, he noted disappointment related to DEP consent order discussions. Mr. Robert Miller, 679 Silvercreek Drive, Winter Springs asked that the Commission work together and move forward to improve the city. Mayor McCann closed Public Input. ADJOURNMENT Mayor McCann adjourned the meeting at 8:43 p.m. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED: �� CHRISTIAN D. GOWAN, MPA, CIVIC CITY CLERK APPROVED: � c MAYOR KE IN McCANN per' °tp0rr2e0 �N a County' NOTE: These Minutes were approved at the March 31, 2025 City Commission Regular Meeting.