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:
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NOTE: These Minutes were approved at the March 31, 2025 City Commission Regular Meeting.