Item 01 Approval of the Minutes for the Final Budget Public Hearing held September 21, 2022, and Regular City Commission Meeting held October 18, 20220 Hearing
OCOEE CITY COMMISSION
Ocoee Commission Chambers
1 North Bluford Avemie, Ocoee, FL
September 21, 2022 MINUTES 6:00 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER -
A. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Johnson called the final budget hearing to order at 6:00 PM in the Commission Chambers
of City Hall. The invocation was led by Mayor Johnson followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to
the Flag.
B. Roll Call and Determination of Quorum 1) i 1
City Clerk Sibbitt called the roll and declared a quorum present.
Present: Commissioner Brinson, Commissioner Wilsen, Mayor Johnson, Commissioner Firstner,
Commissioner Oliver
Also Present: City Manager Frank, City Attorney Cookson, City Cleric Sibbitt, Finance Director
Roberts
II. PUBLIC HEARING - , . ✓
A) Announcement by Mayor Johnson
Mayor Johnson announced this is an advertised public hearing to adopt a final millage rate and
finalize the budget for the City of Ocoee for the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 commencing on
October 1, 2022, and ending September 30, 2023. The City Commission has previously approved
a tentative millage rate of 4.9732 mills, which represents a 7.2% increase in millage over the roll-
back rate of 4.6361 mills. The advertised tentative millage rate of 5.05 mills is the maximum
millage rate which may be adopted by the City Commission at this Final Budget Public Hearing
tonight. He then asked the Director of Finance to make a brief presentation.
B) Briefing by Director of Finance on the percentage increase in millage under the
rolled -back rate necessary to fund the budget and the specific purpose for which ad
valorem tax revenues are being increased 00 .
Finance Director Roberts announced the following adjustments made during the Tentative
Budget Hearing:
® The HRDB budget was increased to $100,000 for multi -cultural events — an increase of
$55,000.
® The Youth Council budget was reinstated at $10,000.
® The Youth Initiatives budget was decreased by $5,000.
0 $50,000 was added to sidewalks.
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September 21, 2022
In addition, the staffing list was amended to show the Mayor and Commissioners holding elected
positions neither fill or part-time, and a new budget line was added titled "Transfer Out - Ocoee
Music Festival." Neither of these items impacted the budget.
The budget is balanced at 4.9500 mills, which is 7% above the rolled -back rate of 4.6361 mills.
The increase in the millage will be used to balance the budget which provide for Citywide
operations and capital improvements. At the previous budget hearing, the City Commission
discussed the possibility of adding supplementary bulk collection services to the Solid Waste Fund.
City staff has collected the cost for providing that service and is prepared to present those costs.
Finance Director Roberts presented and explained two options (Option A & Option B) for Bulk
Collection - Code Violations. Option A included a purchase of a claw truck, dump fees, may
require contract review for the City's ability to charge for collecting excess bulk, and was estimated
to cost $2.40/monthly. Option B would not include the purchase of a claw truck or require dump
fees, and was estimated to cost $1.25/monthly.
Mayor Johnson inquired if changes to the Bulk Collection would affect the millage rate. Finance
Director Roberts explained the implementation of the Solid Waste Program would not affect the
millage rate as the General Fund would be loaning the money to the Solid Waste Fund.
Commissioner Wilsen inquired how Option B would correct the issue of residents placing extra
yard waste for collection. City Manager Frank explained the current process is a call between
the resident and Waste Connections; whereas, the options presented will provide a City employee
to coordinate directly with Waste Connections and the City Resident. The employee would work
proactively to mitigate collection issues and ensure compliance with both the City Solid Waste
Collection Ordinance and the Waste Connections Contract. Commissioner Brinson inquired what
the current process is regarding a missed collection. City Engineer Campanale explained the
current calls they field with regard to Solid Waste Collection, and shared that many residents do
not understand the requirements. He further expounded on how the options proposed would
enhance the level of service to the residents. Commissioner Oliver inquired about the benefit of
the claw truck in Option A, and the new position of Compliance Supervisor. City Engineer
Campanale addressed his questions, and shared the Compliance Supervisor would also be the
claw truck operator. A brief discussion ensued on the options presented. Commissioner Oliver
shared his confusion on why they would need to look at the contract if they owned the claw truck.
City Manager Frank addressed his question.
1. ';Comments by Citizens z t�=
Mayor Johnson opened the floor for public comments.
The following persons addressed the City Commission:
- Jim Moyer, Ocoee Resident, suggested a third option for the Solid Waste Collection issue
of only hiring the Compliance Supervisor and allow them to gather information before
proceeding with the presented additional costs.
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Brent Deitrick, Ocoee Resident, inquired when hurricane season occurs, will they have
the same Solid Waste Collection Service. City Manager Frank explained the City's
process on reporting to FEMA for Solid Waste collections after a hurricane.
The public bearing was closed.
2. Comments by Commissioners
Commissioner Wilsen inquired if they would need a vote this evening for the Bulls Collection
options. City Attorney Cookson explained City staff is seeking direction on how to proceed so
they may review the ordinance and contracts. A brief discussion ensued on the claw truck.
3. Comments by Citizens
Mayor Johnson opened the floor for public cornments.
The following persons addressed the City Commission:
Jim Moyer, Ocoee Resident, asked for $500 to be reinstated annually to American Legion
Post 109, as was done in the past. He further commended the Finance Director for her work
on the budget.
Commissioner Wilsen shared that she responded to his email and explained the funding he is
requesting was initially provided by the Community Merit Board, but that Board is no longer
active. She further explained each Elected Official has discretionary finds which is where the
funds would come from, if he sends them an individual request.
Tonya Dorisea, Ocoee Resident and HRDB Member, shared she was present at the
Tentative Budget Public Hearing to request funding for multi -cultural events, and realized
there were concerns about the motion that was made by the HRDB. She read the motion as
provided to her by the Recording Clerk and thanked the City Commission for the approval
of the funds.
Brad Lomneek, Ocoee Resident and HRDB Member, commented on the HRDB budget
and the request for additional funding for projects that he felt the Board volunteers were
not prepared to host. He further commented on the ARPA funding in place for the Fire
Station and the Training Center for the Police Department, which he voiced is needed, and
asked that funds not be taken from that budget to be used elsewhere.
Vivian Lyte-Johnson, Ocoee Resident, shared she has attended the HRDB Meetings as a
citizen and is troubled with the miscommunication amongst the members. She further
shared her support in the HRDB receiving the additional finding.
The public hearing was closed.
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Commissioner Wilsen recounted the HRDB funding discussion from the Tentative Budget Public
Hearing, and shared she is not in favor of the additional request for funding as she felt there were
unanswered questions on how the funds would be disbursed.
Commissioner Firstner confirmed that if the HRDB did not present the City Commission with
acceptable multi -cultural events, then they would not be able to spend the funds. Assistant
Support Services Director Gaines explained the HRDB is an Advisory Board. So they would
have to receive City Commission approval for their events prior to using budgeted funds.
Commissioner Oliver thanked Ms. Dorisca for the clarification, and further explained his request
for the $100,000. He commented on the simplicity of the HRDB being able to team up with any
Board that is interested in hosting a multi -cultural event. He shared that there is a lack of
understanding of Arts & Culture within the City which he felt could assist with bringing in revenue.
Mayor Johnson shared his support for the HRDB Chair, and her request for the funding of their
annual plaimed events. He explained that additional funding should not be fronted until they have
planned events. He further explained the sponsor and budget process for the Music Festival.
Discussion ensued about the increase to the HRDB budget, and how the City Commission would
approve those event requests. Commissioner Brinson cautioned that this item has already been
voted on and felt they should not be discussing changes to the motion that was approved at the
Tentative Budget Hearing. City Attorney Cookson recounted the discussion from the Tentative
Budget Hearing, and explained that the motion approved was for the additional increase in funding
to be utilized by the HRDB; however, since they have not adopted the Final Budget, they can still
have discussions and make amendments. He further clarified with Commissioner Wilsen that she
is asking to know who can utilize the funding which does not affect the budgeted amount.
Commissioner Wilsen agreed that what she is confirming is that the funds would be available for
other advisory boards to utilize, and those boards would need City Commission approval. A brief
discussion ensued on the procedures for advisory boards to utilize budgeted funds for events.
Motion: Move that the additional $55,000 that was designated to the HRDB can be
utilized by other Advisory Boards, including the HRDB; and further, the use of
those funds would have to be for a specific event approved by the City
Commission; Moved by Commissioner Wilsen, Seconded by Commissioner
Firstner.
Commissioner Oliver explained the current event approval process, the mission and objectives
of the HRDB; and further, commented that funding should only be provided to boards that oversee
a multi -cultural event. Commissioner Brinson voiced his discontent with ignoring the integrity
of the HRDB, and making budget requests for other advisory boards who did not come before
them for funding.
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C) Amendments to Proposed Tentative Budget - 7 > N11
D) Announcement by Director of Finance of the proposed final millage rate and the
percent by which the proposed millage rate exceeds the rolled -back rate. This
percentage is the proposed final percentage increase in property taxes 1:3'� , 1'1
Both Items C and D were heard out ofAgenda Order under- E 2. Corrnnents by Commissioners on.
Final Millage Rate.
E) Adoption of Final Millage Rate — 7 2' 2
City Attorney Cookson announced the name of the taxing authority is the City of Ocoee. The
rolled -back millage rate is 4.6361 mills. The percentage by which the proposed millage rate
exceeds the rolled -back rate is 7%. The millage rate proposed by the Ordinance is 4.9500 mills.
City Attorney Cookson read the title of the ordinance.
The ordinance as adopted carries the following title:
ORDINANCE NO. 2022-14
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OCOEE, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING A
FINAL MILLAGE RATE OF 4.9500 MILLS FOR AD VALOREM TAXES FOR
THE CITY OF OCOEE FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1,
2022, AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2023; PROVIDING FOR MILLAGE
ADJUSTMENT; PROVIDING FOR COLLECTION OF TAXES; PROVIDING
FOR 7% INCREASE IN MILLAGE RATE OVER THE ROLLED -BACK RATE;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
1. Comments by Citizens — `E
Mayor Johnson opened the floor for public comments by citizens.
No speaker reservation forms were received; therefore, the public hearing ivas closed.
Commissioner Oliver commented on the decrease made to the Youth Initiative budget which he
had proposed be used for Ocoee Youth Council travel, and inquired if the motion at the Tentative
Budget Hearing was approval for local travel only.
Commissioner Oliver, Seconded bV Commissioner Brinson.
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Commissioner Wilsen voiced her support on the local travel only. Mayor Johnson commented
that he does not have a problem with the Ocoee Youth Council going to Tallahassee as he felt they
should be able to see their legislatures at work.
Commissioner Oliver asked OYC Coordinator Dillard questions related to the Youth Council.
OYC Coordinator Dillard addressed his questions. Mayor Johnson commented on the
importance of the youth also fundraising money to cover costs associated with their travel.
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Announcement by Director of Finance of the proposed final millage rate and the percent by
which the proposed millage rate exceeds the rolled -back rate. This percentage is the
proposed final percentage increase in property taxes.
Finance Director Roberts advised the proposed millage rate is 4.9500 mills which is 7% above
the rolled -back rate of 4.6361 mills. The increase in the millage will be used to balance the budget
which provide for Citywide operations and capital improvements. City Manager Frank inquired
about the $2,500 increase to the Youth Initiative and where the funds would be coming from.
Commissioner Oliver inquired if there was $2,500 in Contingency Funds that could be rolled
over for this special circumstance. Mayor Johnson commented on rolling over the fiends from the
Unity Park monument budget. Finance Director Roberts confirmed funds could be rolled over
and the millage rate would not be affected.
City Attorney Cookson announced the name of the taxing authority is the City of Ocoee. The
rolled -back millage rate is 4.6361 mills. The percentage by which the proposed millage rate
exceeds the rolled -back rate is 7%. The millage rate proposed by the Ordinance is 4.9500 mills.
City Attorney Cookson read the title of the ordinance.
The ordinance as adopted carries the following title:
ORDINANCE NO. 2022-14
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OCOEE, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING A
FINAL MILLAGE RATE OF 4.9500 MILLS FOR AD VALOREM TAXES FOR
THE CITY OF OCOEE FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1,
2022, AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2023; PROVIDING FOR MILLAGE
ADJUSTMENT; PROVIDING FOR COLLECTION OF TAXES; PROVIDING
FOR 7% INCREASE IN MILLAGE RATE OVER THE ROLLED -BACK RATE;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
3. Motion to Adopt Ordinance No. 2022-14,`Setting Final Millage Rate (TIME: 7:39 PM)
Motion: Move to adopt Ordinance No. 2022-14 setting a final millage rate of 4.9500
mills for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2022, and ending September 30, 2023;
Moved by Commissioner Wilsen, seconded by Commissioner Brinson. Motion
carried 5-0.
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F) Adoption of Final Budget — / 6 n > �i I i ,
City Attorney Cookson read the title of the ordinance.
The ordinance as adopted carries the following title:
ORDINANCE NO. 2022-15
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OCOEE, ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA,
ADOPTING A FINAL BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING
OCTOBER 1, 2022, AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2023; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
1. Comments by Citizens i y
Mayor Johnson opened the floor for public comments by citizens.
No speaker reservation forms ~Pere received; therefore, the public hearing ivas closed.
2. Comments by Commissioners on Final Budget
No additional comments 1-mere made.
3. Motion to Adopt Ordinance No. 2022-15, Adopting Final Budget (TIME 7:41 PM)
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Mayor Johnson amiounced that emails were received by citizens about the budget, and are
considered public records which can be requested through the City Clerk's Department.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:44 PM.
Attest:
City of Ocoee
Melanie Sibbitt, City Clerk Rusty Johnson, Mayor
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MINUTES
REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING
OCTOBER 18, 2022
CALL TO ORDER - 3 3 1-1
Mayor Johnson called the regular session to order at 6:15 PM in the Commission Chambers of
City Hall. The invocation was led by Brad Lomneck Ocoee Resident, followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag led by Mayor Johnson. City Clerk Sibbitt called the roll and declared a
quorum present.
Present: Mayor Johnson, Commissioner Brinson, Commissioner Wilsen, Commissioner Firstner,
Commissioner Oliver
Also Present: Assistant City Manager Shadrix, City Attorney Cookson, City Clerk Sibbitt
PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS 61 `6 TP flll
Proclamation for November 2022
Week of the Family — Nov. 5 —12, read and proclaimed by Mayor Johnson.
Commission Brinson and Commissioner Oliver presented sponsorship checks to the American
Legion Post 109.
Commissioner Oliver requested a picture of the City Commission with Ocoee High School
Football jerseys. He proudly stated that the Ocoee High School football team is having a great
year, and over 50 percent of the JV and Varsity Football players retain a GPA of 3.0 and higher.
STAFF REPORTS AND AGENDA REVIEW - ' 22 + ,Iif
Assistant City Manager Shadrix announced he has two items for the City Commission with one
regarding storm debris collection. Public Works Director Krug explained the City's process with
FEMA and the collection of storm debris. He stated currently there are six crews working seven
days a week, 12 hours a day on the collection of storm debris.
Greg Keethler, Ocoee resident, stated he lives in Westyn Bay, a gated community. He
commended city staff for their efforts after the storm, and offered suggestions on priorities after a
storm for debris pickup. He further stated a letter had to be idled out in order for the debris to be
picked up under FEMA guidelines and recommended the City mail this letter to the gated
communities prior to hurricane season starting. Public Works Director Krug explained FEMA
has some new processes since Hurricane Irma, and the letter was a requirement from FEMA as a
right of entry to enter gated communities along with a historical evaluation on the disaster debris
management site, which was utilized after Hurricane Irma. Mayor Johnson further explained yard
waste pickup, and that yard debris should not be placed on top of lawn bags. He said the City is
currently implementing a new process to help facilitate yard waste pickup. Commissioner Oliver
suggested the City research FEMA's guidelines yearly prior to the hurricane season in order to be
prepared.
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Elizabeth Evans, Ocoee resident, stated currently garbage pickup is twice a week and yard waste
pickup is once a week, and suggested garbage pickup should be once a week with yard waste being
picked up twice a week. Mayor Johnson and Public Works Director Krug agreed; and stated,
however, more residents want garbage pickup twice a week instead of once a week.
Commissioner Brinson asked if there was a concern or issue with the debris management site
where the debris is dropped off at; and, if so, whether that issue delayed the collection of storm
debris. Public Works Director Krug stated the City did activate the site immediately with a delay
on receiving the historical approval from the EPA.
COMMENTS FROM CITIZENS/PUBLIC - > / P --
The following persons addressed the City Commission:
Scott Kennedy, Ocoee Resident & HRDB member, announced the Ocoee Remembers
event dates, and shared that the HRDB Chair resigned at the last meeting after a motion
was made to remove her as chairperson for having a difference of opinion on the Board's
budget request. He displayed the Ocoee Remembers 2022 webpage which is linked to the
City's website, and notated the wording "Powered By Commissioner George Oliver III."
He shared his discontent with the event being highjacked, as the HRDB is partners in the
event, as stated on the website. He further shared two sponsored political events have been
added to the event schedule, and the HRDB discussed how the two events were added
without their knowledge or the subcommittee's knowledge. It is his understanding that
third party links on the website are against City policy, and believes the citizens deserve
an investigation into the various city, private, and political funds identified with this event.
CONSENT AGENDA 6 i l PI''i
Consent Agenda Motion
Motion: Move to adopt the Consent Agenda Item #1-3.
Moved by Commissioner Brinson, seconded by Commissioner Wilsen; Motion
carried 5-0.
1. Approval of the Minutes for the Tentative Budget Public Hearing held on September
15, 2022, and Regular City Commission Meeting held October 4, 2022. (City Clerk`
Sibbitt)
Approved on Consent. Motion carried 5-0.
2. Approval of Townhomes at Ocoee Village Center PUD Plat. (Development Services`
Director Rumer)
The subject property is located south of Clarcona Ocoee Rd between the Oak Level Heights Subdivision and
North Lakewood Ave. The Townhomes are one (1) of the three (3) parcels that comprise the Ocoee Village
Center PUD. The Townhomes at Ocoee Village Center is identified as parcel number 05-22-28-0000-00-048.
The total area of the Plat amounts to approximately 23.93 acres. This Plat is required in order to create the 232
lots for the residential subdivision, associated street right-of-way, and tracts for open space, recreation, and
retention facilities. The Plat also includes easements for emergency vehicle access, reclaim water lines,
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drainage, stormwater retention pond, and other public utility easements. The Townhomes at the Ocoee Village
Center subdivision is platting prior to receiving a Certificate of Completion; therefore, the developer is required
to provide a Surety covering the outstanding proposed improvements as approved in the Preliminary / Final
Subdivision Plans for the Townhomes at Ocoee Village Center. The Developer, Ocoee Development 4, will
provide the City with a Cash bond to be put into Escrow in the amount of $1,225,387.10.
The City traditionally purchases vehicles through various competitively bid annual contracts. Public Works has researched
pricing and has found the Sourcewell (National Auto Fleet Group) contract provides the loNvest competitively bid pricing
for vehicles utilizing competitively bid contracts. The vehicles are incorporated in the approved budget for purchase through
the Sourcewell contract. The approved budget also includes an equipment item priced through the Florida Sheriff's
Association bid contract. The vehicles are adequately funded in the 2022/2023 department budgets.
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The subject property is zoned PUD and is located on the east side of Lake Johio Road, north side of E. Silver Star Road,
approximately 770 feet east of the intersection of N. Clarke Road and E. Silver Star Road. The subject site is located on
Tract 4 of the PUD and is approximately 1.76 acres in size, currently undeveloped, and is the only remaining project in the
Ocoee Landings PUD. The proposed Ocoee Landings Mixed Use Building PUD Land Use Amendment consists of a 51,680
square foot Mixed Use Building consisting of I" Floor: 8,000 square foot of retail; 1,757 square foot of apartment leasing
space, and four (4) apartments. The 2"d and 31d Floors contain 42 apartment units ranging from 1-3 Bedrooms. The total
amount of apartment units is 46.
a) Second Reading of Substantial Amendment to PUD/LUP
b) Large Scale Preliminary/Final Site Plan
Mayor Johnson announced the applicant has requested this item be continued to the November
1, 2022, City Commission meeting.
Motion: Move to continue this item to the November 1, 2022, City Commission
meeting, Project No: RZ-22-07-39; Moved by Commissioner Wilsen, seconded by
Commissioner Oliver; Motion carried unanimously.
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5. Second Reading of Ordinance for Isaak Malka Property, 2199 West Road, Annexation,
Small Scale Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map Amendment, Rezoning &
Large -Scale Preliminary Subdivision Plan; Project No(s): AX-04-22-24, CPA-22-04-37,
RZ-22-04-37 & LS-2022-005. (First Reading was heard at the August 16, 2022, 00Cornnrission'
Meeting. Advertised in the West Orange Times on Thursda}), October 6, 2022) (Zoning Manager'
Whitfield)
The subject property is located at 2199 West Road and generally south and west of Desert Candle Drive, east
of the West Orange Trail, and north of the West Road unimproved right-of-way, approximately 200 feet north
of SR 429. The site is located within the City of Ocoee -Orange County Joint Planning Area (JPA). The applicant
is proposing to annex the subject property into the City, amend its future land use map designation from Low
Density Residential to High Density Residential and reclassify the zoning district from County A-1 to City
Planned Unit Development (PUD) in order to develop single-family attached residential (fee -simple townhome)
subdivision. The current Low Density Residential (LDR) future land use designation would allow development
at four (4) units per acre, resulting in a maximum of 20 dwelling units. The proposed High Density Residential
(HDR) future land use would allow 8 to 16 units per acre, resulting in a maximum of 81 dwelling units. As
provided in the requested PUD rezoning, the proposed Land Use Plan (LUP) would limit development to a 48-
lot townhome subdivision, resulting in a proposed density of 9.4 units per acre.
a) Second Reading of Annexation Ordinance
b) Second Reading of Small Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment
c) Second Reading of Rezoning Ordinance
d) Large Scale Preliminary Subdivision Plan
Development Services Director Rumer made a brief presentation about the subject property,
which is vacant, approximately 5.08 acres, and located at 2199 West Road. The site is located
within the City of Ocoee -Orange County Joint Planning Area (JPA). The applicant is proposing to
annex the subject property into the City, amend its future land use map designation from Low
Density Residential to High Density Residential and reclassify the zoning district from County A-
1 to City Planned Unit Development (PUD) in order to develop single-family attached residential
(fee -simple townhome) subdivision. The proposed High Density Residential (HDR) future land
use would allow 8 to 16 units per acre, resulting in a maximum of 81 dwelling units. As provided
in the requested PUD rezoning, the proposed Land Use Plan (LUP) would limit development to a
48-lot townhome subdivision, resulting in a proposed density of 9.4 units per acre. Potable water
and wastewater utilities will be provided by Orange County Utilities (OCU). The City of Ocoee
would provide reclaimed water service.
Development Services Director Rumer stated the proposed subdivision will be accessed by
Desert Candle Drive, which transitions to Fountains West Boulevard to connect to West Road.
However, this proposed subdivision, in addition to the Greens at Forest Lake townhome
subdivision and the Arbours at Crown Point apartment complex, are accessed by, limited to, and
would impact the southbound approach of the intersection of Fountains West Boulevard at West
Road. The applicant has been asked to provide a traffic study to determine the impact of this
development on that intersection, and its proportionate share contribution, if any, will go towards
the cost of the traffic signal installation at this intersection.
City Attorney Cookson read the titles of the ordinances.
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Mayor Johnson asked for clarification on the location of the project. Development Services
Director Rumer addressed his question.
The public hearing ivas opened. As no speaker forms ivere received, the public hearing lvas closed.
Commissioner Oliver inquired about the access remnant parcel near the subject property.
Development Services Director Rumer addressed his question. Commissioner Oliver inquired
if there is only one access road into that area as there seems to be issues with the entrance because
of the school traffic. He inquired what is needed to place a traffic calming device at that entrance.
Development Services Director Rumer explained the City has acquired all the land they could
up to the trail should a second access point be needed; and further, explained the proportionate
share contribution for the traffic signal. Mayor Johnson commented on the size of the parcel, and
also agreed with the traffic concerns. Commissioner Brinson reiterated the traffic concerns during
school start and release. Development Services Director Rumer addressed the traffic concerns,
and explained the planned roadways that will help alleviate traffic.
Commissioner Oliver inquired if a request could be made to Orange County to have the left turn
lane be signalized to only have a green or red arrow, westbound on West Road going southbound
onto the 429. Development Services Director Rumer advised he will speak with the County
about his request.
a) Second Reading of Annexation Ordinance
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Commissioner Brinson, •Commissioner Motion carried
unanimouslV.
b) Second Reading of Small Scale Comprehensive Plan FLUM Ordinance
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Brinson, seconded bV Commissioner Wilsen; Motion carried unanimouslV.
c) Second Reading of Rezoning Ordinance
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d) Large Scale Preliminary Subdivision Plan
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Motion carried unanimously.
Commissioner Oliver shared his apprehension on his vote of approval due to the traffic issues,
but hopes the City Commission can address placing traffic devices at a future meeting.
6. Second Reading of Ordinance for Rodriguez/Torres Property, 285llth Avenue -'
Annexation & Rezoning; Project hlo(s). AX-05-22-25 & RZ-22-05-38. (First Reading 1vas
heard at the'October 4, 2022, City' Commission Meeting. Advertised in the West Orange' Times on Tlnt sdco;
October 6, 2022.) (Zoning Manager Whitfield)
The subject property is approximately 0.26 acres and located on the northwest corner of the I 1 th Avenue and Peters Avenue
intersection. The property is occupied by a single-family residence. The applicant is annexing into the City limits as a
condition for receiving City's potable water connection and service. The subject property is considered contiguous to the
City of Ocoee since it will be bordered on the east by the City's jurisdictional limits. The parcel will receive an R-I (Single -
Family Dwelling) zoning classification upon annexation.
a) Second Reading of Annexation Ordinance
b) Second Reading of Rezoning Ordinance
Development Services Director Rumer summarized the request for annexation and rezoning for
the property located at 285 1 It" Avenue. He stated the subject property is approximately 0.26 acres,
occupied by a single-family residence, and the applicant is annexing into the City limits as a
condition for receiving City's potable water connection and service. The property is located within
the Ocoee -Orange County Joint Planning Area (JPA), considered contiguous to the City of Ocoee
since it will be bordered on the east side by the City's jurisdictional limits; and further, the parcel
will receive an R-1 (Single -Family Dwelling) zoning classification upon annexation.
City Attorney Cookson read the titles of the ordinances.
The public hearing i,ms opened As no speaker forms i,i ere received, the public hearing tiaras closed.
a) Second Reading of Annexation Ordinance
Motion: Move to adopt Annexation Ordinance No. 2022-21, Rodriquez/Torres
Property, 285 11th Avenue Annexation, Project No.: AX-05-22-25, per staff's
recommendations; Moved by Commissioner Brinson, seconded by Commissioner
Wilsen; Motion carried unanimously.
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b) Second Reading of Rezoning Ordinance
carriedMoved bV Commissioner Brinson, seconded by Commissioner Wilsen; Motion
unanimously.
The subject property is approximately 0.4 acres and located on the east side of South Clarke Road, approximately 1,775
feet north of White Road. The subject property has an existing single-family residence. The applicant is annexing into the
City limits as a condition for receiving City potable water connection and service. The subject property is considered
contiguous to the City of Ocoee since it will be bordered on the north, east and south sides by the City's jurisdictional limits.
The parcel will receive an R-lA (Single -Family Dwelling) classification upon annexation consistent with the surrounding
R-IA zoning.
a) Second Reading of Annexation Ordinance
b) Second Reading of Rezoning Ordinance
Development Services Director Rumer summarized the request for annexation and rezoning for
the property located at 175 S. Clarke Road. He stated the subject property is approximately 0.4
acres, occupied by a single-family residence, and the applicant is annexing into the City limits as
a condition for receiving City potable water connection and service. The property is located within
the Ocoee -Orange County Joint Planning Area (JPA), considered contiguous to the City of Ocoee
since it will be bordered on the north, east and south sides by the City's jurisdictional limits; and
further, the parcel will receive an R-lA (Single -Family Dwelling) zoning classification upon
annexation.
The public hearing was opmned. As no speaker forms i-vere received, the public hearing ivas closed.
City Attorney Cookson read the titles of the ordinances.
a) Second Reading of Annexation Ordinance
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Commissioner Oliver; Motion carried unanimouslV.
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PUBLIC HEARING — 1 ' 7 1j''I
8. Variance 'Request for Family Dollar/DolIar Tree at 1531 East Silver Star Road,
VR-22-07. (Advertised in the idrest Orange Thnes on Thursday; October- 6, 2022.) (Zoning Manager
Whitfield)
The applicant, Anchor Sign LLC, represented by Megan Jackson, is requesting approval of a variance to Section
8-6A of Article VIII to allow an additional 80.08 square feet of sign area (representing a 108% sign size
increase) to the maximum 75 SF permitted in order to install two (2) signs totaling 155.8 SF (specifically 72.3
SF for the Family Dollar sign and 83.5 SF for the Dollar Tree sign) for a single combination Family
Dollar/Dollar Tree retail store. This retail establishment is proposed to occupy approximately half (1/2) of the
previous Winn -Dixie grocery store.
Development Services Director Rumer presented a brief overview of the variance request
located at 1531 East Silver Star Road and is zoned C-2 (Community Commercial District). The
variance is being requested by Family Dollar/Dollar Tree to allow an additional 80.08 square feet
of sign area (108% sign size increase) to the maximum 75 SF permitted in order to install two (2)
signs totaling 155.8 SF (specifically 72.3 SF for the Family Dollar sign and 83.5 SF for the Dollar
Tree sign) for a single combination Family Dollar/Dollar Tree retail store. Development Services
Director Rumer stated a recommendation of denial was approved by the Planning and Zoning
Commission. He further explained staff s recommendation of denial of the requested variance
based on staff analysis.
The public hearing was opened
Lamar Powers, Ocoee Resident, shared his concerns on setting a precedent to other businesses, if
approved, and requested the City Commission follow staff s recommendation.
The public hearing was closed
Commissioner Wilsen commented that she is in favor of denial of the variance as she did not see
a justification for approval. Commissioner Oliver, Commissioner Brinson, and Mayor
Johnson also voiced their agreeance with staff s recommendation.
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REGULAR AGENDA - None
COMMENTS FROM CITIZENS/PUBLIC - l � f (81 ;' `l
Assistant City Manager Shadrix announced the Florida Department of Children and Families
and the Orange County EOC have designated the West Oaks Mall as a D-SNAP distribution center
for the weekend of October 28t" through the 30r'', which may bring approximately 100,000 people
into that vicinity and alter traffic flow within the city. Deputy Chief Ogburn explained they were
notified late yesterday of the D-SNAP program coming to the West Oaks Mall which will bring
approximately 11,000 to 15,000 people per day. He shared there will be mutual aid coming in from
outside of the city for traffic control and security. He addressed questions from the City
Commission, and advised he will keep them informed on any updates he receives.
Brad Lomneck, Ocoee Resident & HRDB Member, stated he does not remember the HRDB
recommending or the City Commission approving the two events listed on the city's website. He
explained at the last HRDB meeting a motion was made and passed to remove the two events and
Commissioner Oliver's name from the website; and farther, was informed by the Commissioner
that the website would not be removed. He explained he does not know how the events that were
not approved by the HRDB nor the City Commission can be placed on the website without a
motion, and asked for answers.
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Commissioner Firstner — Commented on the following:
1) Commented on concerns he has with the HRDB, as members on the Board do not know what
is going on because of the lack of communication, and he believes the City Commission is not
being briefed on what is happening. He shared concerns on their disorganization and stated he
thought the approved fiords granted to the board in the budget sessions would be used on a broader
scale to go towards all ethnicities throughout the city and all citizens would be represented and
honored. He firrther stated he believes an audit may be in order to see where the funds and
sponsorships were used for after the Ocoee Remembers event concludes.
Commissioner Brinson — Commented on the following:
1) Explained his professional experience of what it takes to be on a voluntary advisory board versus
being a volunteer. He stated advisory board members have responsibilities to the board, their
fellow board members and to the City Commission who appointed them to that board. Further, if
they cannot fulfill their duties, they should reconsider volunteering on an advisory board.
2) Announced the November election is coming up and asked citizens to vote.
3) Asked residents to have patience while driving around the vicinity of the upcoming D-SNAP
event.
4) Stated audits have been coming up for a while with no results. He welcomes audits and wants
them to be fair across the board.
5) Asked residents to have patience during the storm debris pickup.
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Commissioner Oliver — Commented on the following:
1) Stated he agrees with Commissioner Firstner and wants the HRDB to be audited; and further,
he agrees with Commissioner Brinson that audits should be done across the board.
2) Explained he did purchase the 2022 Ocoee Remembers website with his own fiends, because of
the slow process of plarming the event, and it will be turned over to the City.
3) Explained he sponsored the meet and greet event that was questioned by the HRDB to which
he spoke to City staff about, and City staff allowed him to publish his event on the Ocoee
Remembers page.
4) Announced the date, time and locations of the upcoming election.
5) Explained the temporary trash staging area off of McCormick Road, and asked residents to
contact the County for questions.
6) Announced the date, time and location of the upcoming Ocoee Unity Festival.
7) Stated he will find more information on the upcoming D-SNAP program to get the word out to
those affected by Hurricane Ian.
8) Shared his five truths.
Commissioner'Wilsen — Commented on the following:
1) Announced the date, time and location of the upcoming Veterans Day Program.
2) Stated she is concerned about the ongoing issues with the HRDB, and asked to bring this back
on an upcoming agenda for discussion to see what can be done or how the City Commission can
help guide the board better to make the board be the best they can be whether it is through a
reorganization or rotating liaisons while making it a safer place for the board members.
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Commissioner Oliver asked if it is necessary to make a motion. Discussion ensued regarding the
motion.
Mayor Johnson — Commented on the following:
1) Explained the storm debris removal process and why it is taking so long.
2) Stated he looks forward to the upcoming Ocoee High School parade.
3) Explained the contract for the Music Festival, and further stated not one contract has been seen
by the HRDB for the Remembrance Event. He stated he is behind the audit, and he is looking
forward to the Ocoee Remembrance Event. He further asked Commissioner Brinson if Orange
County approved $50,000 to fund the Ocoee Remembrance Event. Commissioner Brinson stated
Orange County did grant $50,000 to the HRDB for the event, which they will disburse funds to
the HRDB from invoices received. Discussion ensued regarding the funding of the Ocoee
Remembrance Event.
4) Asked City staff to look at the streetlights that are not working around the city.
5) Stated there are a lot of speeders driving down Rewis Street and Flewelling Avenue, and asked
for strips to be placed on the roads. He said Wurst Road has a lot of speeders and more speeding
tickets need to be given out. Assistant City Manager Shadrix addressed his concerns.
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ADJOUR LAMENT , i,,,
Attest:
City of Ocoee
Melanie Sibbitt, City Cleric Rusty Johnson, Mayor
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