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Home My WebLink About09-15-2026 MinutesOCOEE CITY_ COMMISSION Ocoee Commission Chambers 1 N. Bluford Avenue Ocoee, Florida September 15, 2026 MINUTES 6:15 PM REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING • CALL TO ORDER : 16 Phti Mayor Johnson called the regular session to order at 6:16 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, and Commissioner Oliver Also Present: City Manager Shadrix, City Attorney Geller, and City Clerk Sibbitt • PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS 6:18 PIS`! Hispanic Heritage Month Proclamation — read and proclaimed by Mayor Johnson and accepted by Pastor Mario Jimenez of HighPoint Church. Presentation on Special Millage Renewal by Orange County Public Schools Scott Howat, Chief Communications Officer and President of the Foundation for OCPS, spoke about Orange County Public Schools, including ratings, public school advantage, and declining school enrollment. He further spoke on the millage referendum that will be on the upcoming November 31d ballot for Orange County voters to consider extending the current 1-mill property tax to support school operations for four more years. Commissioner Kennedy commented on the lack of communication between the School Board and the City regarding various issues that have been raised with the School Board. He explained that the City has been unable to obtain support from the School Board and asked what Mr. Howat could do to assist in his role as Chief Communications Officer. Commissioner Kennedy also expressed concern that school activities are not being adequately funded, resulting in elected officials being frequently approached to provide funding for these activities. Mr. Howat addressed his questions and concerns. Commissioner Kennedy commented on the a -Bike Program, and Mr. Howat provided additional information regarding the program and the a -Bike ban. Commissioner Oliver spoke about teacher salaries and the importance of parents supporting PTAs and students' extracurricular activities. He shared that most members of the City Commission will continue to do what they can to support students and teachers. 1 1 P a g e Regular City Commission September 15, 2026 Mark Wandall Traffic Safety Program Administrative Report (July 1 2025 - June 30 2026) Red Light Cameras Police Chief Ogburn provided a brief PowerPoint which displayed the administrative report on all Red -Light Traffic Infraction Detectors within the City's jurisdiction. Mark Wandall Traffic Safety Program Administrative Review (July 1 2025 through June 30 2026) School Zone Enforcement Cameras Police Chief Ogburn provided a brief PowerPoint which displayed the administrative report on all School Zone Enforcement Infraction Detectors within the City's jurisdiction. Update of Crime Statistics for the City of Ocoee Police Chief Ogburn provided a brief PowerPoint which displayed the current crime statistics within the City's jurisdiction. Commissioner Kennedy shared his support for the Red -Light Camera program and inquired about the revenue collected by the City. He also asked why the program is not revenue -neutral and how any excess funds are utilized. Police Chief Ogburn addressed his questions. • STAFF REPORTS AND AGENDA REVIEW — None • PUBLIC COMMENTS 6:66 PPY The following persons addressed the City Commission: - Tim Swope, Ocoee Resident, requested that Consent Agenda Item #5 be pulled for discussion. He stated that he and his neighbors are against the conduit relocation and expressed their desire for Duke Energy to install a new modernized power supply grid. Mayor Johnson advised that Item #5 does not pertain to his concern and asked the Public Works Director to address the issue. Public Works Director Krug addressed his concern. City Manager Shadrix stated that City staff will contact Duke Energy tomorrow and requested that Mr. Swope meet with Assistant City Manager Rumer and Public Works Director Krug. - Patti LeRoy, Woman's Club of Ocoee, shared that the Woman's Club of Ocoee was recently granted approval by the Florida National Historical Society to place a historical marker in front of its building. She explained that the cost of the historical marker is $3,500 and expressed appreciation to Commissioner Wilsen, who graciously contributed $2,000 from her discretionary funds. She further requested financial assistance from the City Commission to pay for the remaining balance. By consensus, the City Commission approved the request to -give $1,500 to the Woman's Club of Ocoee from Contingency Funds, for the placement of their historical marker. - Vicente Perez Carreno, Associate Supervisor and Treasurer for the Orange Soil and Water Conservation District, gave a brief summary of the District's mission and announced their meeting dates and times. 21 Page Regular City Commission September 15, 2026 - Dr. Jim Moyer, Soil and Water Conservation District 2 Supervisor, explained the Orange Soil and Water Conservation District (OSWCD), their powers, and the seats that will be on the upcoming ballot. • CONSENT AGENDA . Vi PM Consent Agenda Motion Motion: Move to adopt Consent Agenda Items #1-5; Moved by Commissioner Kennedy, seconded by Commissioner Wilsen; Motion carried unanimously. 1. Approval of Minutes from the Regular City Commission Meeting held September 1, 2026, and Tentative Budget Hearing held September 9, 2026. (City Clerk Sibbitt) 2. Approval of Asset Disposal from FY25/26 Annual Inventory. (Finance Director Weber) 3. Approval to Donate State Forfeiture Funds to Organizations Supporting Law Enforcement. (Police Chief Ogburn) 4. Approval of Projects Awarded Funding under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Watershed Planning Program (WPP). (Public Works Director Krug) 5. Approval for Duke Energy Conduit Relocation on Bluford Ave. (Public Works Director Krug) • FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE - None • SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE — PUBLIC HEARING - None • PUBLIC HEARING - None • REGULAR AGENDA - None • MAYOR'S ANNOUNCEMENTS a :122 i` HJ' Mayor Johnson announced the upcoming Final Budget Hearing date and City Events for the months of September and October. • COMMENTS FROM COMMISSIONERS 7:13 i VV' Commissioner Oliver — Commented on the following: : 14: PHJ — 7: 16 P6 1) Discussed Item #3 of the Consent Agenda, stating that it is a great initiative. 2) Requested permission from the City Commission to host his annual District 4 Town Hall Meeting at the Lakeshore Center on October 21st or 22nd. By consensus, the City Commission approved Commissioner Oliver to host his annual town hall meeting at the Lakeshore Center on either October 21st or 22nd. 3) Read an inspirational quote. Commissioner Firstner — No further comments. 31 Page BEEN Commissioner Wilsen — Commented on the following- 7:17 PIVI -7:1413 MIR 1) Announced the Shred Event will be held at the Ocoee Police Department on September 26th and encouraged residents to participate if they have sensitive documents that need shredding. Commissioner Kennedy — Commented on the following-.' 18 PM — 7:21 PM 1) Inquired about the proposed Halloween event that was discussed at the previous City Commission meeting, Development Services Director Lepp gave an update, highlighting that the land use issue has been resolved; however, the requester is still going through the permitting processes. I I . 0 It I - I Attest: City of Ocoee 4elj.n.'e ill, 'itt, City Clerk� Rusty Johrls6p, Mayor 41 Page