HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 01 Approval of Minutes from the Workshop Meeting and Regular City Commission Meeting held July 18, 2023MINUTES
OCOEE CITY COMMISSION
JULY 18, 2023
WORKSHOP
• CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Johnson called the workshop to order at 3:03 PM in the Commission Chambers
of City Hall. City Clerk Sibbitt called the roll and declared a quorum present.
Present: Mayor Johnson, Commissioner Kennedy, Commissioner Wilsen,
Commissioner Firstner, Commissioner Hart
Also Present: City Manager Frank, Assistant City Manager Shadrix, Development
Services Director Rumer, Deputy Development Services Director/CRA Administrator
Corless, Utilities Director Croteau, Public Works Director Krug, Urban Designer
Feliciano, and City Clerk Sibbitt
• DISCUSSION ON DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT/RE-DEVELOPMENT
Assistant City Manager Shadrix summarized the workshop agenda & purpose which
covered:
• Overview of the Downtown Master Plan
• Downtown Projects Status & Discussion
• What are the Next Ventures
He explained the public input that inspired the vision for Downtown Ocoee and is
embodied in the Ocoee Downtown Master Plan.
Further summary was provided on the completed projects and projects in the works as
follows:
• Downtown Ocoee Utility Infrastructure Projects
• Maine Street Extension
• Ocoee Women's Club Rehabilitation
• Bluford Turn Lanes
• Silver Star Road Realignment
• Unity Park (Master Stormwater System)
• Taylor St./Kissimmee Ave.
• Downtown to Downtown Trail Connector
• Floral Street Water and Sewer Main
• Bill Breeze Park Restroom
• Lake Apopka Natural Gas Line
• W. Oakland Ave. Reconstruction
The floor was opened for each member of the City Commission to ask questions.
Assistant City Manager Shadrix addressed all questions and further noted additional
ongoing downtown initiatives and land acquisitions.
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Assistant City Manager Shadrix opened the floor for discussions on the following:
• What Happens in the area of the Old City Hall?
• Parking
• What about Gettings Point?
• What about Bill Breeze Park — Between Road and the Lake?
• What about Completing Trail Connections?
• Any other Downtown Projects?
The City Commission began their discussions on current parking issues and
purchasing/leasing land for future parking spaces. Consensus of the Citv
Commission was to direct Citv staff to look at parcels within the downtown area
for potential Darkinq to be presented at a Reqular Citv Commission Meetinq. It
was mentioned that eminent domain is also another option for acquiring land if
necessary.
Discussion continued on the cost of the completed projects, comprehensive plan
updates, and establishing a CRA for the downtown area.
Recess 4:04 PM - 4:15 PM
Assistant City Manager Shadrix asked Utilities Director Croteau to give an update
on the Floral Street project and sewer connectivity in that area. Assistant City
Manager Shadrix and Development Services Director Rumer explained an existing
contract the City entered into that would allow a sewer line from Floral Street to the site
requesting sewer; however, an addendum would need to be made to the contract.
The City Commission began discussions on the area of the Old City Hall and Gettings
Point; and further, should a master developer be considered. Deputy Development
Services Director & CRA Administrator Corless provided a brief PowerPoint which
highlighted concepts for the area, and Assistant City Manager Shadrix asked for the
City Commissions' feedback on what element types or uses they are seeking for that
area. Discussion ensued and concept ideas were shared. The meeting concluded with
a request for City staff to draft an agenda item to bring back before the City Commission
which would summarize the topics the City Commission would like to proceed with as
discussed during the meeting.
•ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 5:11 PM.
APPROVED:
Attest:
City of Ocoee
Melanie Sibbitt, City Clerk Rusty Johnson, Mayor
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MINUTES
OCOEE CITY COMMISSION
JULY 18, 2023
REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING
• CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Johnson called the regular session to order at 6:15 PM in the Commission
Chambers of City Hall. The invocation was led by Commissioner Hart, followed by the
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Commissioner Wilsen. City Clerk Sibbitt called
the roll and declared a quorum present.
Present: Mayor Johnson, Commissioner Kennedy, Commissioner Wilsen,
Commissioner Firstner, Commissioner Hart
Also Present: City Manager Frank, City Attorney Cookson, City Clerk Sibbitt
• PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS - None
• STAFF REPORTS AND AGENDA REVIEW - None
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The following residents addressed the Commission and spoke in opposition to the
Wesmere HOA request for tree removal within their community.
Christopher Buonomo formally asked that any future tree removal permits be
rescinded.
Katie Suriano apologized to the Commission and expressed discontent with the
letter sent by their HOA attorney to the elected officials.
Camille Riffe inquired about the legal requirements to amend the Wesmere
Master Plan, which she felt would be required to allow a tree removal project of
this magnitude.
City Attorney Cookson clarified the Wesmere HOA issue before them and shared
that the matter is not a city issue. It is a dispute between the HOA and residents. The
floor was opened for each member of the City Commission to ask questions and voice
concerns. Development Services Director Rumer addressed comments regarding
the master plan. City Attorney Cookson further explained that it is his understanding
from the discussion, that the residents are requesting that the city place a hold on
issuing tree removal permits until after their November HOA Board meeting.
Penny Baum reiterated her neighbors' sentiments, speaking in opposition to the
tree removal.
Commissioner Firstner disclosed that he will be abstaining from voting on this item
as he is a member of this community and it has been implied by the HOA that he gains
direct financial benefit by not complying with the tree removal.
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Motion: Move to direct Citv Staff to respond to the HOA attorney letter indicating
that the Citv will continue to hold the tree removal permit until the end of
November 2023 to allow the HOA to work out a solution that is satisfactory to all
parties; Moved by Commissioner Wilsen, seconded by Commissioner Kennedv:
Motion carried 4-0 with Commissioner Firstner abstaininq. (Form 8B is filed with the City
Clerk's Department.)
- CONSENT AGENDA
Consent Aqenda Motion
Motion: Move to adopt the Consent Aqenda Items #1-12 with Item #8 beinq pulled
for discussion and separate consideration.
Moved by Commissioner Wilsen, seconded by Commissioner Kennedv: Motion
carried 5-0.
1. Approval of Minutes from the Regular City Commission Meeting held June 20,
2023. (City Clerk Sibbitt)
2. Approval of New Appointment to the Code Enforcement Board. (City Clerk
Sibbitt)
3. Authorization to Proceed with a Final Contract and Financing Plan with
Fortress Secured LLC for the Construction of the Ocoee Law Enforcement
Training Center. (Assistant City Manager Shadrix)
4. Authorization to Utilize the Ocoee Village Center Park Amenity Tract for Site
of a New Fire Station. (Assistant City Manager Shadrix)
5. Approval of a Two -Year Warranty Surety and Maintenance, Materials, and
Workmanship Agreement for Alibi Apartments (fka Lake Lilly Apartments).
(Development Engineer Keaton)
6. Approval of Resolution Allowing Commercial Property Assessed Clean
Energy (C- PACE) to Operate within the City and Authorize the City to Enter
into Agreements to Provide C-PACE Financing Programs. (Deputy
Development Services Director Corless)
7. Approval of a Revision to the Purchase and Sale Agreement between GPK
OET, LLC and the City of Ocoee for the 17.96 acres Located at the Northeast
Corner of Fullers Cross Road and Ocoee Apopka Road. (Development
Services Director Rumer)
8. Approval for Proposed Tentative Millage Rate for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
Budget. (Finance Director Roberts)
Commissioner Wilsen inquired about the proposed tentative millage rate
and voiced concerns. City Manager Frank addressed her concerns.
Motion: Move to adopt the Consent Agenda Item #8. Moved by
Commissioner Wilsen, seconded by Commissioner Hart; Motion carried
unanimously.
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9. Approval to Set Workshop and Hearing Dates for FY 2023/2024 Budget
Process. (Finance Director Roberts)
10. Approval to Submit Application to the Florida Firefighter Cancer
Decontamination Equipment Grant for the Purchase of Structural Firefighting
Gloves. (Fire Deputy Chief Van Camp)
11. Approval to Renew the School Resource Officer Agreement with Innovation
Montessori Ocoee, Inc., Charter School. (Police Chief Plasencia)
12. Approval of the State Traffic Signal Maintenance and Compensation
Agreement Amendment No. 2 and Addition of Exhibit "E". (Public Works
Director Krug)
• FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE - None
• SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE — PUBLIC HEARING - None
• PUBLIC HEARING
13. Second Reading and Public Hearing of a Resolution Creating the Ocoee
Northwest Brownfield Area. (Development Services Director Rumer)
Development Services Director Rumer summarized the statutory requirements of
designating a Brownfield Area and shared this is a second reading of the resolution.
He provided an overview of the two properties creating the Ocoee Northwest
Brownfield Area, which is being facilitated to assist the Ocoee Regional Sports Park
Development and will not affect any property owners who are not aware or requested
to be included.
City Attorney Cookson read the title of the resolution.
The public hearing was opened. As no one wished to speak, the public hearing was
closed.
The floor was opened for each member of the City Commission to ask questions and
voice concerns. Development Services Director Rumer addressed all issues shared.
Motion: Move to adopt Resolution No. 2023-08, as recommended by City staff;
Moved by Commissioner Wilsen, seconded by Commissioner Firstner; Motion
carried 5-0.
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• REGULAR AGENDA
14. Review and Request Direction on Procurement of City Attorney Services.
(Assistant City Manager Shadrix)
Assistant City Manager Shadrix explained requests for letters of Interest for city
attorney services were due and opened, and the following two firms responded:
Fishback Dominick and Shepard, Smith, Kohlmyer & Hand, P.A. Staff is requesting
direction on the remaining process.
Commissioner Wilsen voiced that she would like to have both parties present to the
City Commission at 5:00 PM before the next Regular City Commission Meeting on
August 1st. Consensus of the Citv Commission was to invite both firms to be
interviewed at 5:00 PM before their next Regular Citv Commission Meeting on
August 1st.
15. Approval of Letter of Intent (LOI) between GPK OET LLC and City of Ocoee
for 6.981 Acres of City Owned Land (06-22-28-0000-00-055). (Development
Services Director Rumer)
Development Services Director Rumer explained that GPK OET LLC (GPK) has
submitted a Letter of Intent (LOI) to purchase the 6.98 acres located on the northwest
corner of the intersection of Ocoee Apopka Road and Fullers Cross Road. He
summarized the current contract the City has with GPK, and explained that as a way
to continue moving forward with the project under the existing development proposal,
GPK is proposing to provide additional stormwater for their mixed -use site, and to
develop a hotel on the remaining portion in anticipation of the Ocoee Regional Sports
Complex.
Motion: Move to approve the Letter of Intent (LOI) between GPK OET LLC and
the Citv of Ocoee for 6.981 Acres of Citv Owned Land; Moved by Commissioner
Kennedv, seconded by Commissioner Hart; Motion carried 5-0.
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Mayor Johnson shared that due to a recent vacancy of a regular Planning & Zoning
Commission seat, he recommends elevating Alternate Member Keller to the regular
seat.
Motion: Move to elevate Alternate Member Keller to the regular seat on the
Planninq and Zoninq Commission, and find an alternate member to appoint to the
Board. Moved by Commissioner Kennedv, seconded by Commissioner Wilsen:
Motion carried unanimously.
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Commissioner Hart — Commented on the following:
1) Thanked staff for doing a great job.
2) Noted and thanked the Charter Review Committee for their devotion to their position.
3) Commented on the new Ocoee Skate Park.
4) Addressed concerns that he received regarding trash cans.
5) Shared his attendance at the basketball game between Police and Public Works.
6) Asked citizens to watch out for one another.
7) Encourage citizens to have a safe summer and be cautious of the high temperatures.
Commissioner Firstner — Commented on the following:
1) Shared that he is happy to be back and is excited to see that the city is moving
forward on a new fire station, a police training center, and the 4.95 millage rate.
Commissioner Wilsen — Commented on the following:
1) Summarized discussions from the Downtown Workshop and shared that several
items will come before the City Commission at the next City Commission meeting
scheduled on August 1st
2) Announced the designations she has made from her discretionary funds, and
requested approval from the Commission to allocate funds from the Commission's
travel budget for local lodging at the Florida League of Cities Annual Conference in
August. Consensus of the Citv Commission was to allow the use of travel
funds for local lodqinq durinq the Florida League of Cities Annual
Conference.
Commissioner Kennedy — Commented on the following:
1) Noted Item #4 on the Consent Agenda, approval of a new permanent Fire Station
in District 1, and thanked staff. City Manager Frank shared that he recently
received a confirmation letter from the development consortium approving
additional funding.
Mayor Johnson — Commented on the following:
1) Commented on the use of discretionary funds. Commissioner Wilsen responded
to his concerns.
2) Thanked the residents of Wesmere for contacting the Commission, and suggested
reevaluating the City's ordinance on tree requirements.
3) Announced the first day of school is August 10t", and requested to have staff ensure
that all school safety signs are functioning properly. City Manager Frank
addressed his request and noted new laws on speed cameras within the school
zones.
4) Noted speed limit signs along White Road, and shared that they indicate different
speed limits. City Manager Frank addressed his concerns.
5) Announced the next City Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 1st
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•ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 7:23 PM.
Attest:
City of Ocoee
Melanie Sibbitt, City Clerk Rusty Johnson, Mayor
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