HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-06-2024 MinutesOCOEE CITY COMMISSION
Ocoee Commission Chambers
I N. Bluford Avenue
Ocoee, Florida
August 6, 2024 MINUTES 6:15 PM
CALL TO ORDER 6:15 PM
Mayor Johnson called the regular session to order at 6:15 PM in the Commission Chambers
of City Hall. The invocation was led by Ages Hart, Ocoee Resident, followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag led by Commissioner Kennedy. City Clerk Sibbitt called the roll and
declared a quorum present.
Present: Mayor Johnson, Commissioner Kennedy, Commissioner Wilsen, Commissioner
Firstner, Commissioner Oliver
Also Present: Assistant City Manager Shadrix, City Attorney Geller, City Clerk Sibbitt
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-STAFF REPORTS AND AGENDA REVIEW 6:17 PM
Assistant City Manager Shadrix informed the City Commission that city staff has receive
the traffic study from the City's consultant, Kinley Horn, regarding the intersections of Adair an
Wurst Road and Montgomery and White Road. Both intersections warrant stop signs. City st
will present an agenda item at the August 20th City Commission meeting for approval of t1h
stop sign placements.
The following persons addressed the City Commission:
- Brad Lomneck, Ocoee Resident, expressed that the residents of Admiral Point and
Veronica Circle have requested that landscaping be included in the budget for the upcoming
budgetseason.
- Dr. Lori Hart, Ocoee Resident, expressed her gratitude and thanks to the commission
and city staff, and her family for the support given as she pursued and graduated with her
Doctoral Degree from the University of Central Florida.
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seconded by Commissioner Kennedy; Motion carried 5-0.
1 . Approval of Minutes from the Regular City Commission Meeting held July 16,2024.
(City Clerk Sibbitt)
2. Approval of Annual Fire Protection Assessment Tax Roll Resolution for the Fiscal Year
2025. (Acting Support Services Director Gaines)
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3. Approval of Police Department Vehicle Purchase. (Assistant Police Chief McKinstry)
4. Approval of Police Department Vehicle Lease, (Assistant Police Chief McKinstry)
5. Approval of Federal Fiscal Year 2023 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant
(JAG) Program (JAG Countywide -State Solicitation). (Assistant Police Chief
6. Approval of Educational Affiliation Agreement with Lake Tech College. (Deputy Fire
Chief Van Camp)
7. Approval for the Renewal of a Facility Sublicense Agreement with Valencia College and
the Ocoee Fire Department. (Deputy Fire Chief Van Camp)
8. Approval of Utilities Easement Agreement for Bluford Warehouse & Office aka U.S.
Aluminum. (Development Engineer Keaton)
9. Approval of a Two -Year Warranty Surety and Maintenance, Materials, and Workmanship
Agreement for Magnolia Reserve Townhomes. (Development Engineer Keaton)
10. Approval of Correction on Workshop Date for FY 2024/2025 Budget Process. (Finance
Director Roberts)
11. Approval of School Justice Partnership Agreement with Orange County Public Schools.
(Police Chief Ogburn)
12. Approval to Award Invitation to Bid (ITB) #24-011 Job Order for Construction of Restroom
at Healthy West Orange Wellness Park. (Procurement Manager Tolbert)
13. Approval to Award Request for Proposals (RFP) #24-009 Emergency -Disaster Debris
Removal Term Contract. (Procurement Manager Tolbert)
14. Approval to Extend Existing Contract for Continuing Water Quality Professional Services.
(Public Works Director Krug)
15. Approval of the Certification of Non -Ad Valorem Assessment Roll for Stormwater
Inclusion on the Orange County Tax Roll for FY 2024/2025. (Public Works Director
16. Approval of the Certification of Non -Ad Valorem Assessment Roll for Solid Waste
Inclusion on the Orange County Tax Roll for FY 2024/2025. (Public Works Director
17. Second Reading of Ordinance for Land Development Code Amendment Implementing
the Live Local Act. (Zoning Manager Whitfield)
City Attorney Geller read the title of the ordinance.
Development Services Director Rumer presented a brief overview of the propose
ordinance implementing the Live Local Act which was signed into law. The primary purpose
the Bill is to increase the availability of affordable housing in the State of Florida. H
summarized the preemptions on Counties and Cities, the minimum requirements for qualifyin
for affordable housing projects, and what this ordinance means to the City. 11
Regular City Commission Meeting
August 6, 2024
City Attorney Geller provided an overview on the objectives of the ordinance. He summarized
height approval and protection for adjacent properties, density definition, eligible zoning
districts, and local law and regulation compliance requirements.
The public hearing was opened.
The following person(s) addressed the City Commission:
- Nicole MacInnes, Attorney with Stems Weaver Miller Alhadeff & Sitterson, expressed
concerns with the proposed ordinance and offered recommendations on changes to the
ordinance. City Attorney Geller countered the comments made by Ms. Maclnnes, and
provided the City Commission with context, noting that her comments were related to a rejected
application for the Swanson Land Co. project, which she represents.
The public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Oliver asked about the original Lake Lotta PUD ordinance from 1994 and
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Services Director Rumer addressed his question. Commissioner Oliver confirmed that the
purpose of the proposed ordinance being considered tonight is to address the gaps not covered
by the recently passed Senate Bill. Development Services Director Rumer answered
affirmatively, and added that the ordinance will also reference the Land Development Code as
the next document to address the requirements.
Motion: Move to adopt Ordinance No. 2024-25, to amend the Land Development Code
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18. Public Hearing to Adopt the Annual Code Enforcement Abatement Assessment
Resolution to Certify the FY 2025 Non -Ad Valorem Assessment Tax Roll. (Acting
Support Services Director Gaines)
Support Services Director Gaines briefed the City Commission on the collection of
abatement costs utilizing the special assessment process.
City Attorney Geller read the title of the resolution.
The public hearing was opened. As no speaker forms were recel . ved, the public hearing was
closed.
Motion: Move to Adopt the Annual Code Enforcement Abatement Assessment
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Commissioner Wilsen; Motion carried 5-0.
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19. Update and Request Direction on Review of the City's Wastewater Permit anli!
Associated Lease with ZHA Incorporated (Owner's Rep Services RFP#23-005).
Assistant City Manager Shadrix provided a background summary on the workshop held in
2020, and explained that the City's entire wastewater permit is associated with the Forest Lake
Golf Course property. He clarified the purpose of contracting ZHA Incorporated and
recommended that the City Commission allow him, the City Attorney, and the consultant to
proceed with the process in the City's best interest.
Logan Opshal, Attorney with Lowndes Law Firm, stated that Forest Lake Golf Course has
always valued its partnership with the City. However, he noted that, without a letter of intent or
a contractual agreement, they believe it is inappropriate to provide the requested financial
information. He explained that they felt the nature of some of the items requested, should not
be open to the public.
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Oliver opposing.
20. Update and Request Direction: Kurt Ardaman of the City Attorney's Office (Fishback
Dominick) regarding City -owned property located at 10521 Clarcona, Ocoee Road
(Forest Lake Golf Course).
Kurt Ardaman, Attomey with Fishback Dominick, briefed the City Commission on a letter
V.ated June 26, 2024, received from Attorney Opshal, which notified the City that it has sixty
(60) days to exercise its right of first refusal. He explained that, in addition to the purchase and
sale agreement, the City also needs information from the assignee, JA Hospitality LLC.
Therefore, the City is requesting an additional sixty (60) days to gather the necessary
information for evaluation and to bring a recommendation back to the City Commission.
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Commissioner Wilsen expressed concerns about ensuring that all relevant information is
available before making a decision regarding the Forest Lake Golf Course property.
Regular City Commission Meeting
August 6, 2024
Commissioner Oliver echoed Commissioner Wilsen's concerns, and emphasized the need
for additional time to review and fully understand the requests being made.
Commissioner Wilsen clarified that the City is not selling the land; the sale and purchase
2,greement pertains solely to the business, not the property.
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1) Expressed how important the businesses of Ocoee are and urged residents to support
the local businesses.
Commissioner Oliver — Commented on the following:
1) Inquired on an update for the Clarke Rd widening project. Assistant City Manager
Shadrix informed the City Commission that the project will be starting back up on August I gth.
He explained the reason for the delay and shared the City's website will be updated to reflect
the updated schedule.
2) Read an inspirational quote.
M I ayor Johnson — Commented on the following:
1) Announced that school starts back up on August 12th and urged everyone to be careful
and watchful of the children.
2) Questioned putting sprinklers back on in the right-of-way near Veronica Place.
Commissioner Wilsen stated that she has been in communication with the president of the
WOA on those issues.
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