HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-15-2025 MinutesOcoee Commission Chambers
1 N� Bluford Avenue
Ocoee, Florida
April 15, 2025 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 Firstner. Deputy City Clerk Parks called the
roll and declared a quorum present.
Present: Mayor Johnson, Commissioner Kennedy, Commissioner Wilsen, Commissioner
Firstner
I
2025 Arbor Day Proclamation
Read and proclaimed by Mayor Johnson; accepted by Parks Operations Manager 0
2025 Drop Savers Water Conservation Poster Contest Winners
Utilities Director Boiling gave a brief overview of the contest and recognized the first,
second, and third -place winners in each division, who were then presented with gifts and took
photos with the Mayor and City Commissioners. Participants included students from
Thombrooke Elementary School.
11CILLIV�k.,11L M11 1j7@7'
el
to Earth for the Interim Operator of the Forest Lake Golf Course and is awaiting the signi I
document. He requested that the Commission allow Item #3 to remain on the Consent Agent
and amend the Staff Recommendation to authorize the City Attorney and City Manager
execute the agreement in its final form. I
MIM0 119-ma R111-9 oft-, I
MoRMIMM IFF11 Murm. fflm- rol 111,1141PNIM 11!
City Manager Shadrix requested to pull Item #10 from the agenda at the Developer's request.
He also announced that a tentative agreement has been reached with Orange County Public
Schools (OCPS) concerning the School Resource Officer contract, which will be presented to
I I P a g e
April 15, 2026
fit -IN I liftel 111M E Ion I AMA a U0111MILSIAMOU41
I- 0 •- 0 ME
I M 2 NEWWWO 1 a R
M616111k &*11-LI Iffx1e] ALI I �11
WIN=-
4-0.
1 Approval of Minutes from the Regular City Commission Meeting held April 1, 2025.
(City Clerk Sibbitt)
2. Notification of Initial Two -Year Term Ending for Two (2) District Members, One (1) At -
Large Member, and One (1) Vacancy on the Human Relations Diversity Board. (Deputy
City Clerk Parks)
3. Approval of a Management Agreement with SSS Down To Earth OPCO LLC, for Interim
Operator of Forest Lake Golf Course. (Assistant City Manager Rumer)
4. Approval of a Two -Year Warranty Surety Bond and Maintenance, Materials, and
Workmanship Agreement for SFG Ocoee Owner, LP for the 409 Business Park, 409
Ocoee Apopka Rd. (Development Engineer Keaton)
5. Approval to Terminate Contract #23-010 with Kimley-Horn & Associates to Update the
Ill rp-MV70#707"•
April 15, 2025
City's Land Development Code. (Development Services Director Ginger)
6Approval to Trade in Older Firearms for Credit Towards the Purchase of New Rifles,
(Police Chief Ogburn)
7. Approval of Award of RFP 25-003 Pest Control and Fertilization Services for Athletic
Fields. (Procurement Manager Tolbert)
8. Approval to Surplus and Replace Stand-by Generators for Ocoee Fire Stations.
(Assistant Public Works Director Gajadhar)
9. Approval of Purchase of FY 2024-2025 Budgeted Vehicle. (Assistant Public Works
Director Gajadhar)
10. Approval of the Agreement between the City of Ocoee and Fullers Crossing 429, LLC
(Utilities Director Boiling)
11. Second Reading of Ordinance for FY 2025 Budget Amendment, (Chief Accountant
Meruena)
Chief Accountant Meruena explained the specific proposed budget amendments.
City Attorney Geller read the title of the ordinance.
The public hearing was opened. As no one wished to speak, the public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Kennedy asked for clarification on the impact of this proposed budget
amendment, and Chief Accountant Meruena gave a brief explanation of the purpose of the
amendment. City Manager Shadrix clarified that this budget amendment will not increase
taxes - the tax rate will remain the same.
Mayor johnson inquired about the status of medical insurance, and City Manager Shadrix
responded that he is still in the process of conducting a thorough review.
mmm 11�11�flj��1111111111! I I I I III i 1�111�1�!�Illp I I I - A .........
Ln?J111111 Lolazidiawiniffl- offl-l"i
Commissioner Oliver absent.
-PUBLIC HEARING 6.52 PIVI
12. First Reading Transmittal and Public Hearing of an Ordinance for Envision 2045 Ocoee
Comprehensive Plan - Large Scale Plan Amendment to Replace Ocoee's
Comprehensive Plan in its Entirety. (Zoning Manager Whitfield)
0��T ITI - R11111101 A well 1Tj so
April 15, 2025
Vr , F7
Governance. Zoning Manager Whitfield briefly explained each chapter's purpose, goals,
policies, and objectives.
Commissioner Wilsen expressed her appreciation and thanked City staff for the job well
done. She specifically highlighted the anticipated bike and pedestrian plan, noting the
improvements it offers compared to the current plan.
I � r"NON 01 r-RUN&O E a] RM: 11,61,01 f-IM K11 I Val i E 1043 E I mr-A 03 P1 II&twol =1 is rA%$J1 I I
Commissioner Kennedy expressed his admiration for the metrics incorporated throughout
the plan and praised City staff for the excellent work they are doing.
Mayor Johnson commended City staff for their excellent work and suggested creating a City
library or a similar facility where residents could review the plan in person. He also highlighted
the importance of citizen and roadway safety. City Manager Shadrix noted that there have
been discussions about holding a community open house before the plan's final adoption.
Commissioner Kennedy added that the plan is currently available on the City's website in
the Agenda Center.
The public hearing was opened.
- Doug Gomber, Ocoee Resident, inquired if copies of the plan wou e ava a•e at ty
Hall for citizens to check out and return when they're finished reviewing. City Manager
Shadrix responded that staff could make approximately six (6) copies initially to gauge
demand. He also emphasized that the lobby area of the Development Services Department
was designed as a resource space for citizens and encouraged them to take advantage of
it.
Moyer, Ocoee Resident, asked why the year 2045 was selected and Zoning
Manager Whitfield provided an explanation.
. Chris Chambers, Ocoee Resident, inquired about the historical sites section of the plan,
specifically regarding the Hallowed Ground site, which is located within his subdivision.
Zoning Manager Whitfield stated that objective six (6) of the plan was added to preserve
and protect historic structures and sites, in which the Hallowed Ground is among the list of
historic sites listed.
The public hearing was closed.
rollmmi!i= Elm I -
IM WIT-ITIMM74 11,211,•
let Nr0=7 islevX41-9111 111 MR"
rn�obon carried 4-0 with Commissioner Oliver absent.
•
April 15, 2025
1) Announced the grand opening of Wawa.
2) Wished everyone a Happy Easter.
Mayor Johnson — Commented on the following- 7:33 PM
1) Announced that Oakland Avenue is open
11111111111 111ii:ii rill 111111111 1 11111illiplill
117A 01119141 IS I, I iTI 1:4 U
Attest:
4/ A
Victoria Parks, Acting City Clerk
r"MOTEOMM
INA
Rusty J n on, Mayor