02-21-2023 MinutesMINUTES
OCOEE CITY COMMISSION
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING
• 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 Mayor Johnson, 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 Brinson, Commissioner Wilsen, Commissioner Firstner,
Commissioner Oliver
Also Present: Assistant City Manager Shadrix, City Attorney Cookson, City Clerk Sibbitt
• PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS 6:16 PNI
Recognition of Principal Strenth from Prairie Lake Elementary for being named Principal of
the Year for OCPS - Orange County School Board Member Melissa Byrd provided a brief bio
of Principal Strenth before recognizing him before the City Commission. Mayor Johnson
announced he would like to present a proclamation to Principal Strenth, and apologized for not
having one prepared for tonight.
• STAFF REPORTS AND AGENDA REVIEW — None
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-CONSENT AGENDA 6:24 Pt
Consent Agenda Motion
Motion: Move to adopt the Consent Agenda Items #1 -3.
Moved by Commissioner Oliver, seconded by Commissioner Firstner; Motion carried 5-0.
1. Approval of the Minutes for the Regular City Commission Meeting held February 7, 2023. (City
Clerk Sibbitt)
2. Appointment of Members to the 2023 Canvassing Board. (City Clerk Sibbitt)
3. Approval of Change Order No. 2 for Contract ITB #21-008 Downtown Master Stormwater Pond
& Park. (Public Works Director Krug)
-FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE 6 -26 PNI
4. First Reading of Ordinance Amending the City of Ocoee Municipal Police Officers' and
Firefighters' Retirement Trust Fund. (Pension Board Attorney Herrera)
City Attorney Cookson read the title of the ordinance and announced this will be presented as a
second reading and public hearing at the next scheduled City Commission meeting on March 7,
2023, at 6:15 PM or soon thereafter.
SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE — PUBLIC HEARING — None
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5. Approval of Contract to Purchase 182 N. Lakeshore Drive. (Development Services Director
Rumer)
Development Services Director Rumer explained the City's intent on purchasing the residential
property located at 182 N. Lakeshore Drive.
Commissioner Oliver inquired if the public could speak on this item. City Attorney Cookson
addressed his question, Commissioner Brinson inquired about the adjacent lots and if the City
would be interested in purchasing them. Commissioner Oliver further inquired what the future
plans are for the property and when the music studio across the street would be fully owned by the
City. Development Services Director Rumer and Assistant City Manager Shadrix addressed
their questions. Mayor Johnson provided some suggestions for use of the property such as a boat
ramp or addonal parking.
Motion: Move to approve the Contract to Purchase 182 N. Lakeshore Drive; Moved b
Commissioner Wilsen, seconded by Commissioner Firstner; Motion carried 5-0.
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1) Inquired about the status of the Clarke Road Widening Project and questioned when residents
would see dirt moving, He voiced an urgent need to start due to traffic concerns. Assistant City
Manager Shadrix addressed his questions and provided an update.
2) Provided statistics on the number of speeding citations issued along Clarcona Ocoee Road.
3) Spoke about recent concerns he has encountered due to the current election cycle, and noted
that several of his campaign signs have been damaged. He encouraged residents to behave
accordingly and asked all residents to vote.
4) Shared a Biblical quote.
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1) Thanked the Woman's Club of Ocoee for hosting the political forum.
2) Thanked all involved in the opening of the Wellness Park.
3) Announced the Ocoee Music Festival dates.
Commissioner Wilsen - Commented on the following:
1) Announced the Shred -it Event date, time, and location.
2) Shared that she recently spoke to Congressman Daniel Webster's administration regarding
Ocoee's ongoing zip code issue and noted that they offered to assist. Consensus of the City
Commission was to allow City staff to contact Congressman Daniel Webster's office for
Mayor Johnson - Commented on the following:
1) Reiterated traffic concerns on Clarke Road, provided a brief timeline of the road since the
commencement of Arden Park, and stressed the need for a turn signal at Clarcona Ocoee Road.
2) Reassured Commissioner Oliver that he was not alone, and shared that all candidates arle;
having issues with signs being damaged or removed.
3) Addressed two erroneous statements made during the political forum.
4) Noted the success of the Chili Cook -off event, and encouraged it to return next year.
5) Shared the Election date and requested confirmation on voting locations. City Clerk Sibbw,
provided the polling location for each district.
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