Alachua public meetings in 2023

Community Redevelopment Agency Board

The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board is meeting to review a business facade grant application. The board will also approve minutes from the December 11, 2023 meeting.

• Business Facade Grant Application for project improvements at 14925 Main Street submitted by Michele Lee of Optimal Vending Systems, LLC

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to review previous agendas and receive staff updates. The discussion includes facility improvements and new activity partnerships.

• Upgrades at the Hal Brady Recreation Complex
• Purchase of ADA picnic tables for all parks
• Addition of 399 Sports and Recreation
• Addition of Crafty Gemini for senior activities
• MLK Jr. Day Celebration

Education Task Force

The Education Task Force will review the results from a November 28 brainstorming session. The body will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from October 24 and November 28, 2023.

• Approval of October 24, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approval of November 28, 2023, workshop minutes
• Discussion of November 28, 2023, workshop results
• Setting the date and time for the next regular meeting

Youth Advisory Council

The Youth Advisory Council is reviewing updates on the Restoring Dignity wellness project and their role as judges for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Contest. Members are also discussing attendance at the Florida League of Cities Legislative Action Days in January.

• Discussion of 2024 Youth Council Legislative Action Days with a $25 registration fee per member
• Update on Restoring Dignity - Wellness Packet Project, including 500 of each item provided by Dollar General
• YAC participation as judges for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration on January 11 and 15, 2024

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a quasi-judicial hearing to consider a site plan for Waco Properties, Inc. The proposal includes a cold storage and office building and a truck maintenance building. Staff recommends approval subject to five conditions.

• Site plan for G&C Foods Distribution Center: +256,120 sq ft cold storage/office building
• Site plan for G&C Foods Distribution Center: +8,663 sq ft truck maintenance building
• Project location: Tax Parcel Numbers 03983-008-000 and 03983-011-000 (+63.50 acres)
• Approval of November 14, 2023 meeting minutes

Community Redevelopment Agency Board

The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board is meeting to approve previous minutes and receive staff updates. Staff are recommending the first phase of a wayfinding signage plan for downtown Alachua.

• Proposed $71,000 (2019 estimate) for one gateway sign on Main Street off US-441 and six parking signs
• Staff report on the use of Placer.ai location analytics to track visitor behavior
• Report on Christmas On Main Street Tree Lighting event, including a $5,000 grant from Visit Gainesville
• Update on staff attendance at the Florida Redevelopment Association 2023 Conference

City Commission

The Alachua City Commission will hold public hearings on a preliminary plat for the Farmlands subdivision, proposing 246 single-family lots on ±172.33 acres south of US 441, and on Ordinance 24-01, a second-reading text amendment to multiple Land Development Regulations. The agenda also includes a fiscal analysis report for FY 2022-2023 through September 30, 2023, several proclamations and student recognitions, and consent items such as the purchase of a 2024 Mack vacuum truck and mutual aid agreements with the Alachua County Sheriff.

• Preliminary Plat – Farmlands: 246 single-family lots on ±172.33 acres, south of US 441, east of NW 188th Street, west of Santa Fe Ford dealership (Quasi-Judicial Hearing)
• Ordinance 24-01, Second Reading: LDR text amendments to sections on infrastructure, subdivision standards, residential districts, dimensional standards, tree mitigation, signage, surety devices, and maintenance
• Amendment to Subdivider Agreement for Convergence Research Park Residential Phase 1
• Resolution 24-02: Construction and Maintenance Agreement with DOT for US 441 medians
• Purchase of 2024 Mack Vacuum/Industrial Tank Truck (consent agenda)

Senior Resources Advisory Board

The board will elect a chairperson and vice chairperson for one-year terms and approve a quarterly meeting calendar for 2024. Members will also discuss progress on goals regarding health, fitness, personal safety awareness, and social activities with the Parks & Recreation Department.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of the 2024 SRAB Meeting Calendar
• Review of June 07, 2023, meeting minutes
• Presentations on Parliamentary Procedures and Sunshine Law
• Discussion on health, fitness, and personal safety awareness programs

Youth Advisory Council

The Youth Advisory Council is receiving updates on the Restoring Dignity Wellness Packet Project and coordinating participation in December city events. The council is also discussing a potential Martin Luther King, Jr. Contest for March 2024.

• Update on Restoring Dignity Wellness Packet Project drop-off locations
• Participation in Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 1, 2023
• Participation in Christmas Parade on December 9, 2023
• Discussion of Martin Luther King, Jr. Contest for March 2024
• Approval of October 26, 2023, meeting minutes

Education Task Force

The Education Task Force will meet to discuss Strategic Initiative 2.4 from the 2024 Strategic Plan. This initiative focuses on developing a collaborative strategy with the Alachua County School Board to improve school performance within the city.

• Discussion of Strategic Initiative 2.4 regarding Alachua County School Board collaboration
• Group carousel brainstorming session on community childhood education needs

City Commission

The City Commission is reviewing a request to amend multiple sections of the Land Development Regulations to provide more flexibility for developers and property owners. The body is also considering appointments to the Senior Resources Advisory Board.

• Ordinance 24-01: Proposed text amendments to Land Development Regulations regarding infrastructure, subdivision, and residential standards
• Appointments to the Senior Resources Advisory Board (applicants: Tom Hubbard and Allen Jones)
• Reduction of Code Enforcement Lien
• Approval of October 23 and November 13, 2023, meeting minutes

Community Redevelopment Agency Board

The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes from the October 16, 2023 meeting. The board will also receive and potentially approve staff updates.

• Approval of October 16, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of staff updates

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board is reviewing a preliminary plat for a 246-lot residential subdivision and site plans for a fire station and towing service. The board is also considering a legislative request to amend multiple sections of the City's Land Development Regulations.

• Farmlands Subdivision: Preliminary plat for 246 single family lots on +172.33 acres south of US 441
• Tomoka Hills Fire Station: Site plan for a +11,500 square foot station on +2.00 acres
• 441 Road Rangers: Site plan for a +3,500 square foot towing service building on +0.97 acres
• LDR Text Amendment: Proposed changes to infrastructure, subdivision, signage, and tree standards
• Approval of October 10, 2023 meeting minutes

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to establish its 2024 calendar and approve previous meeting minutes. Staff will also provide updates on downtown signage, advertising grants, and upcoming local events.

• Resolution CRA24-01: Adoption of the 2024 public meeting schedule
• Proposed $10,753 grant application to Visit Gainesville for I-75 billboard advertising
• Allocation of up to $100,000 in the FY 2023-2024 budget for wayfinding signage
• Installation of a historical marker at the corner of Main Street and NW 150th Avenue
• Proposed installation of a programmable LED sign on the US-441 and Main Street monument sign

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a quasi-judicial hearing on the preliminary plat and Final PD Plan for Briarwood Phase 4, a proposed 115-lot single-family subdivision on about 34.17 acres south of Briarwood Phase 3, north of US 441, and west of Santa Fe Hills. Staff recommends approval subject to four conditions. The commission will also consider a resolution for Tomoka Hills Fire Station tree mitigation and an amendment to the Subdividers Agreement for Briarwood Phase 2 & 3. The agenda includes presentations from local school students and consent items like meeting minutes and gas easements.

• Preliminary Plat – Briarwood Phase 4: 115 lots on ±34.17 acres, south of Briarwood Phase 3, north of US 441, west of Santa Fe Hills (Quasi-Judicial Hearing)
• Resolution 24-01: Tomoka Hills Fire Station Off-Site Tree Mitigation Request
• Amendment No 1 to Subdividers Agreement for Briarwood Phase 2 & 3
• Consent: Execution of One and Release of One Downtown Gas Easements
• Consent: October 9, 2023 City Commission Meeting Minutes

Youth Advisory Council

The Youth Advisory Council is meeting to discuss and work on the Restoring Dignity - Sanitary Packet Project. The group intends to contact businesses and churches for product commitments or drop-off locations.

• Restoring Dignity - Sanitary Packet Project: contacting businesses and churches for product commitments and preparing drop-off boxes

Youth Advisory Council

The Youth Advisory Council is meeting to coordinate a plan for contacting businesses and churches regarding sanitary packets. The council will also review municipal government structures and discuss participation in upcoming city events.

• Discussion of sanitary packet project, including scripts and collection box locations
• Review of participation in Trick or Treat on Main (Oct 31), Tree Lighting Ceremony (Dec 1), and Christmas Parade (Dec 9)
• Presentation on Municipal Government Review regarding Florida statutes and Alachua's Council-Manager government
• Discussion of the City of Alachua tour scheduled for November 15, 2023
• Approval of September 28, 2023, meeting minutes

Education Task Force

The Education Task Force will review research on local early learning centers and VPK providers, aiming to improve kindergarten readiness rates. Staff also met with UF experts for recommendations.

• Review of Alachua Early Education Action Plan
• Discussion on VPK provider readiness scores
• Meeting with UF Anita Zucker Center researcher Dr. Herman Knopf

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a quasi-judicial hearing regarding a preliminary plat for Briarwood Phase 4. The meeting also includes a special presentation from Special Olympics Florida regarding the Gainesville Race for Inclusion.

• Preliminary Plat/Final PD Plan for Briarwood Phase 4, proposing 115 lots on approximately 34.17 acres
• Special presentation by Special Olympics Florida regarding the Gainesville Race for Inclusion
• Review of the 2024 City Commission Calendar

Community Redevelopment Agency Board

The Advisory Board is reviewing the meeting calendar for 2024, with a proposal to meet every other month. Staff also provided updates on billboard installations, wayfinding signage budgeting, and grant applications.

• Proposal to change CRAAB meetings to the third Monday of every other month
• Up to $100,000 allocated in FY 2023-2024 budget for wayfinding signage
• $15,000 Alachua County Billboard Cooperative Marketing grant application submitted
• Approval of September 18, 2023, meeting minutes

Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will review several cases regarding property code compliance, including accepting affidavits of compliance for five properties. The body will also conduct quasi-judicial hearings for new code violation cases involving unpermitted remodeling and property maintenance.

• Review of Case #23-0129: Unpermitted remodel and tall grass at 13527 NW 145 Ave.
• Review of Case #23-0082: One section of the Code violated by Michael & Caroline Douglas.
• Review of Case #23-0084: Four sections of the Code violated by Marcelo Valerio Mota.
• Acceptance of Affidavit of Non-Compliance and potential daily fines for Case #22-0203.
• Approval of January 26, 2023, meeting minutes.

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board is considering a preliminary plat and final plan for the Briarwood Phase 4 subdivision. The project proposes subdividing over 34.17 acres into 115 single-family residential lots. Staff recommends transmitting the plan to the City Commission with a recommendation for approval subject to four conditions.

• Preliminary Plat/Final PD Plan for Briarwood Phase 4 involving 115 lots
• Subdivision of +34.17 acres located south of Briarwood Phase 3 and north of US 441
• Approval of September 12, 2023, Planning and Zoning Board meeting minutes

Youth Advisory Council

The council will discuss and vote on parliamentary procedures, review the Sunshine Law, and approve minutes from previous meetings. They will also appoint new members to the General Council.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Appoint Jolene Brown, Robert Hu, Serenity Jones, Natalie Klein, Emma Lightner, Selina Liu, and Joshua Smoaks to the General Council

City Commission

The City Commission will consider adopting the FY 2023-2024 final budget, which includes a millage rate of 5.9500 mills. The meeting also includes a vote on a new compensation plan establishing a $16.00 per hour minimum wage for certain positions.

• Adoption of FY 2023-2024 Final Budget totaling $66,733,019
• Approval of FY 2024 Compensation Plan with a $780,000 fiscal impact
• Establishment of a $16.00/hour minimum living wage for entry-level positions
• Ratification of First Amendment to the APD Collective Bargaining Agreement regarding wages
• Appointment of two members to the Youth Advisory Council

Community Redevelopment Agency Board

The Advisory Board will review staff updates regarding downtown improvements and approve previous meeting minutes. Topics include exploring time-limited parking on Main Street and reviewing wayfinding signage plans.

• Review of $200 per billboard seasonal advertising options
• Feasibility study for 4-hour parking limits on Main Street
• Implementation of $100,000 Wayfinding Master Plan initiative
• Planning for Annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Holiday Nights events
• Approval of August 21, 2023, CRAAB meeting minutes

Planning and Zoning Board

The Alachua Planning and Zoning Board is reviewing a site plan for approximately 20,227 square feet of new building area at the Convergence Research Park Bike Depot. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Site Plan: Convergence Research Park Bike Depot proposing ±20,227 square feet across six buildings
• Approval of the July 11, 2023, PZB Minutes

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Alachua Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to approve previous meeting minutes and receive staff updates. Discussions include the annual cost of billboards, upcoming holiday decorations, and seasonal event logistics.

• Approval of July 24, 2023 CRA Minutes
• Annual billboard costs totaling $22,803, with a potential reduction to $7,803 if a grant is awarded
• $14,113 for holiday décor installation and removal in the downtown area
• $2,500 cost for carriages and $450 for a miniature train for the December 1 Christmas Tree Lighting
• Approval of Special Events Permit for Music Junction Acoustic Street Jam on November 11, 2023

The Community Redevelopment Agency approved the minutes from the July 24, 2023 meeting. Staff provided updates regarding the Visit Florida website and event coordination with the Chamber of Commerce.

• Approved July 24, 2023 CRA Minutes (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission will discuss and vote on a minor subdivision request to adjust the front setback from 25 feet to 20 feet for Lot 53 in Wyndswept Hills. Other items include proclamations for Constitution Week, American Pharmacists Month, and Breast Cancer Awareness.

• Minor Subdivision – Replat of Lot 53 of Wyndswept Hills: Adjust front setback from 25 feet to 20 feet
• Proclamation for Constitution Week
• American Pharmacists Month Proclamation
• National Breast Cancer Awareness Month & Alachua Goes Pink! Proclamation

The City Commission ended the local State of Emergency declared for Hurricane Idalia. The board also approved a land development ordinance and several property-related resolutions.

• Terminated State of Emergency for Hurricane Idalia (5-0)
• Approved replat of Lot 53 of Wyndswept Hills to adjust front setback (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 23-04 amending Land Development Regulations for warehouse and freight movement (5-0)
• Approved City Manager annual evaluation (5-0)
• Passed Resolution 23-18 regarding Stormwater Basin Maintenance Assessment annual rate (5-0)
• Passed Resolution 23-20 for Convergence Research Park Bike Depot off-site tree mitigation (5-0)
• Approved reading of proposed ordinances and resolutions by title only (unanimous consent)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to review and adopt Resolution CRA23-03. This resolution establishes the final budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year and revises estimates for receipts and fund balances.

• Adoption of Resolution CRA23-03 regarding the FY 2023-2024 budget
• Total proposed budget of $821,947
• Proposed capital outlay of $255,000
• Proposed grants and aids of $25,000

The Community Redevelopment Agency approved Resolution CRA23-03. This action revised the estimate of receipts and balances to be brought forward for the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year budget.

• Approved Resolution CRA23-03 regarding 2023-2024 Fiscal Year budget (3-0)

City Commission

The Alachua City Commission will conduct a public hearing on the tentative millage rate and budget for fiscal year 2023-2024, totaling $57,022,610. The meeting will also consider adopting resolutions related to these matters.

• Resolution 23-16 relating to the levy of general purpose ad valorem taxes for fiscal year 2023
• Resolution 23-17 relating to the budget for fiscal year 2023-2024
• Public hearing on tentative millage rate and budget

The City Commission held a special meeting to finalize the budget and tax rates for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The commission adopted a millage rate of 5.5900 mills, which is a 19.24% increase from the rolled-back rate.

• Adopted Resolution 23-16 relating to the levy of general purpose ad valorem taxes for the 2023 tax year
• Adopted Resolution 23-17 relating to the budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year

City Commission

The City Commission held a workshop to review proposed budgets for Enterprise and Internal Service Funds. The presentation included updates on the budget process calendar and specific allocations for electric, water, wastewater, and mosquito control utilities.

• Proposed FY 2023-2024 Enterprise Funds total of $31,230,003
• Electric Utility proposed budget of $21,126,934 including a $900,000 ground storage generator
• Water Utility proposed budget of $5,558,647
• Wastewater Utility proposed budget of $4,410,680
• Proposed FY 2023-2024 Internal Service Fund total of $4,376,407

The City Commission conducted a workshop to review the proposed FY 2023-2024 budgets for Enterprise and Internal Service Funds. No formal decisions or votes were recorded during this session.

City Commission

The City Commission will review an amendment to warehouse and freight movement standards and a second reading of utility rate changes for water and wastewater. The meeting also includes a presentation on the fiscal analysis report for the 2022-2023 fiscal year.

• Ordinance 23-04: First reading regarding warehouse and freight movement standards
• Ordinance 23-05: Second reading to amend water and wastewater utility rates
• Resolution 23-15: Establishment of a fee schedule for lien searches
• Fiscal Analysis Report presentation for FY 2022-2023 through July 31, 2023
• Presentation of art certificates to Bhaktivedanta Academy students

The City Commission approved amendments to water and wastewater utility rates and established a fee schedule for lien searches. The Commission also gave first reading approval to an ordinance amending land development regulations for warehouse and freight movement.

• Approved Ordinance 23-05 amending water and wastewater utility rates (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-04 first reading regarding warehouse and freight movement standards (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-15 establishing a fee schedule for lien searches
• Approved the agenda

Education Task Force

This is the inaugural meeting of the Alachua Education Task Force. The body will conduct an election for Chair and Vice Chair, review parliamentary procedures, and establish how often the group will meet.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Establishment of meeting frequency
• Sunshine Law and Public Records presentation
• Parliamentary Procedures Review

The Education Task Force held its inaugural meeting to establish leadership and review procedures. The board elected a Chair and Vice Chair and set a meeting frequency.

• Elected Jeffrey Means as Chair (4-0)
• Elected Travis White as Vice Chair (4-0)
• Established meeting frequency (unanimous consent)
• Sunshine Law and Public Records Presentation received and filed
• Parliamentary Procedures Review received and filed

Community Redevelopment Agency Board

The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board will receive presentations on Florida's Sunshine Law and basic parliamentary procedures. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and staff updates regarding downtown events and advertising.

• Presentation on Sunshine Law and Public Records compliance
• Presentation on Parliamentary Procedures and Robert’s Rules of Order
• Approval of July 17, 2023, CRAAB meeting minutes
• Staff update on $22,803 annual cost for three billboards
• Staff update on $14,113 holiday décor installation service

The board received presentations on the Sunshine Law, public records, and parliamentary procedures. Members discussed staff updates regarding billboards, Holiday Nights events, and local infrastructure maintenance. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of the July 17, 2023 meeting

City Commission

The City Commission held a workshop to review the City Manager's proposed FY 2023-2024 budgets for several funds. The presentation detailed proposed spending for the General, Debt Service, Special Revenue, and Capital Projects Funds.

• Proposed FY 2023-2024 General Fund total of $16,683,350
• Proposed increase of 3.00 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) positions
• Public Works capital enhancements including a skid steer ($111,000), vehicle ($45,000), and mower ($25,000)
• APD Patrol & Administration equipment including Glock 45 pistols ($28,000) and AR 15 rifles ($16,000)
• Facilities Maintenance enhancements including Municipal Complex HVAC ($85,000) and a van ($60,000)

The City Commission conducted a workshop to review proposed FY 2023-2024 budgets for the General, Debt Service, Special Revenue, and Capital Projects Funds. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the session.

City Commission

The City Commission approved a paving project for Alachua Hills Subdivision and renewed commercial and group health insurance packages. The commission also held a first reading for an ordinance to amend water and wastewater utility rates.

• Awarded Watson Construction Company, LLC a contract not to exceed $865,562.00 for Alachua Hills Subdivision paving and repaving
• Renewed commercial and group health insurance packages with a maximum base premium of $4,000
• First reading of Ordinance 23-05 to amend Code Section 38 regarding Water & Wastewater utility rates
• Announcement of Vobile Group limited as a new business occupant in San Felasco Tech City

The City Commission approved a contract for neighborhood revitalization paving and renewed employee health insurance packages. The commission also passed the first reading of an ordinance to amend utility rates for water and wastewater.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 23-05 to amend water and wastewater utility rates (5-0)
• Awarded $865,562 contract to Watson Construction, LLC for Alachua Hills Subdivision paving and repaving (5-0)
• Approved renewal of commercial and group health insurance packages for City employees (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will discuss a proposed amendment to the Land Development Regulations that would reduce separation requirements for certain warehouse and freight movement uses, subject to conditions involving arterial or collector streets and enhanced landscape buffers.

• LDR Text Amendment: A request by Adam Boukari of Abbfortis Strategies to amend Article 4, Section 4.3.4 (L) relating to Use-specific Standards for Warehouse and Freight Movement

The board reviewed a request by Adam Boukari of Abbfortis Strategies to amend Article 4, Section 4.3.4 (L) regarding Use-specific Standards for Warehouse and Freight Movement. The minutes record presentations by staff and the applicant, but do not record a final vote or decision on the amendment.

• Discussed LDR Text Amendment for Warehouse and Freight Movement standards; no vote recorded

City Commission

The City Commission met to receive a status update on the upcoming fiscal year budget process. The presentation covered revenue projections, debt service, and proposed changes to utility rates.

• Proposed 7% increase to water rates for all classifications
• Proposed 5% increase to wastewater rates for all classifications
• Staff recommendation to set a preliminary millage rate of 5.9500 mills
• Planned capital outlay for APD vehicles ($162K), tablets ($24K), and IT infrastructure ($150K)
• Anticipated $125K increase in liability and property insurance costs

The City Commission conducted a workshop to receive a budget update for FY 2023-2024. No formal decisions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Alachua Community Redevelopment Agency is reviewing preliminary budget information for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. Staff also provided updates on Theatre Park redesign proposals, tourism development programs, and upcoming local events.

• Review of preliminary FY 23/24 budget information
• Theatre Park redesign proposals from Landscapes Unlimited and CHW
• Appointment of CRA Advisory Board members
• Special Events Permit Application for 'Music Junction Acoustic Street Jam' on November 11, 2023
• Approval of May 8, 2023, CRA meeting minutes

The Community Redevelopment Agency appointed two new members to its Advisory Board. The board also received staff updates and preliminary budget information for FY 23/24.

• Appointed Bryan Boukari to CRA Advisory Board (4-0)
• Appointed Jovante Hayes to CRA Advisory Board (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-02 (4-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider a proposed millage rate of 5.9500 for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The meeting also includes hearings on a residential subdivision plat for Convergence Research Park and a setback adjustment for Wyndswept Hills.

• Proposed 5.9500 millage rate, which is 19.2% above the rolled-back rate
• Final Plat for Convergence Research Park Residential Phase 2 involving 103 lots
• Minor subdivision replat for Lot 5 and Wyndswept Hills to adjust front setback from 25 to 20 feet
• Budget amendments for Duke Energy grant and FDLE Justice Assistance grants
• Appointments to the five vacant seats on the Education Task Force

The City Commission approved the final plat and subdividers agreement for Convergence Research Park Residential Phase 2. The board also established a proposed millage rate for the 2023-2024 fiscal year and awarded two contracts for the Water Quality & Resiliency Improvement Project.

• Approved Convergence Research Park Residential Phase 2 Final Plat and Subdividers Agreement (4-0)
• Accepted $5,592,000.00 and $233,654.40 performance bonds for Convergence Research Park infrastructure (4-0)
• Appointed Lynn Hayes, Travis White, Tanya Floyd, Jeffrey Means, and Jeremy Grinn to the Education Task Force (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-12 establishing a proposed millage rate of 5.9500 for FY 2023-2024 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-13 TK Basin Preliminary Rate Resolution (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-14 amending the FY 2022-2023 General Fund Budget (4-0)
• Awarded Water Quality & Resiliency Improvement Project contract to SGS Contracting Services, Inc. (4-0)
• Awarded $399,900.00 Engineering Construction Services contract to Jacobs for RFB 2023-03 (4-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency Board

The meeting focused on approving past minutes and discussing staff updates, including a proposal to redesign Theatre Park into a community amenity. The CRA also reviewed tourism development plans and preliminary budget information for FY 23/24.

• Proposal to redesign Theatre Park
• Tourism Development Manager meeting scheduled in early August
• City of Alachua awarded $25,000 grant from Duke Energy Foundation
• Preliminary budget information for Fiscal Year 23/24 presented

The board approved a motion to add 1-2 staff members to help maximize projects and create supporting systems. The meeting also included staff updates regarding the downtown parking lot construction and discussions on Holiday Nights decorations.

• Approved adding 1-2 staff members to aid in maximizing projects (Unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold quasi-judicial hearings regarding a 100,840 square foot building and a new gasoline sales establishment. The board will also consider a minor subdivision replat in Wyndswept Hills and a text amendment for warehouse use standards.

• Replat of Lot 53 of Wyndswept Hills to adjust front setback from 25 to 20 feet
• Site Plan for Lane Enterprises proposing a ±100,840 square foot building
• Site Plan for Wawa at Santa Fe Crossings proposing a ±6,119 square foot gasoline sales establishment
• LDR Text Amendment regarding Use-specific Standards for Warehouse and Freight Movement

The Board approved a site plan for a Wawa gasoline sales establishment. A request to amend land development regulations for warehouse and freight movement was postponed at the applicant's request.

• Approved site plan for Wawa gasoline sales establishment (4-0)
• Postponed LDR Text Amendment for Warehouse and Freight Movement to August 8, 2023

City Commission

The City Commission will review a fiscal analysis report for the period ending May 31, 2023. The meeting also includes a public hearing on ordinance 23-02 regarding RV usage and parking standards.

• Ordinance 23-02: Amendments to land development regulations regarding RVs as temporary residences
• Amendment to parking standards for restaurants with outdoor seating
• Establishment of minimum parking standards for microbreweries
• Fiscal Analysis Report for FY 2022-2023 through May 31, 2023
• Discussion regarding US-441 Water Main Crossing and Solar Power Purchase Agreement

The City Commission approved a contract for a water main crossing and a solar power purchase agreement. It also passed the first reading of an ordinance updating land development and parking regulations.

• Approved $193,723.89 contract with Construction of North Florida, LLC for US-441 Water Main Crossing (4-0)
• Approved Solar Power Purchase Agreement Contract between Alachua Solar Energy and City of Alachua (4-0)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 23-02 regarding RV temporary residences and restaurant/microbrewery parking standards (4-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda by unanimous consent

Youth Advisory Council

The council will receive updates regarding a sanitary packet project. The discussion will focus on potential donations from various businesses and the work required for the decided project.

• Sanitary packet update regarding business donations

The Youth Advisory Council approved the meeting agenda. Members discussed efforts to solicit donations for sanitary packets from local retailers and warehouses. A party was scheduled for July 20, 2023, at New York Pizza.

• Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
• Scheduled party for July 20, 2023, at New York Pizza

Community Redevelopment Agency Board

The Advisory Board will receive staff updates regarding downtown improvements and maintenance. Discussions include a landscape redesign for Theatre Park and repairs to street lamps on Main Street.

• Approval of Pomeroy Foundation grant for National Register signage at Theatre Park
• Street lamp repair and pole repainting between City Hall and the Police Department
• Landscape and hardscape design plan quotes for Theatre Park
• Revision and reprinting of the Walking Guide to Main Street Alachua
• Special Events Permit Application for 'Music Junction Acoustic Street Jam' on November 11, 2023

The board reviewed staff updates regarding the Our Town magazine, billboards, and the Walking Guide brochure. Members discussed the potential revamping of Theater Park and the use of social media and non-profit organizations for marketing. No formal votes on projects or funding were taken.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous consent)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The board will discuss new leadership, management structure, vision, and progress within the Recreation and Culture Department. The agenda includes an introduction to these departmental updates.

• Introduction of new leadership
• Discussion on management makeup
• Review of department vision and progress

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the committee minutes from October 3, 2022. The board also decided to look into holding a Juneteenth celebration at the Legacy Multipurpose Center on June 19, 2024.

• Approved Committee Minutes for October 3, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved motion to look into holding a Juneteenth celebration at Legacy Multipurpose Center on June 19, 2024 (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board approved a site plan for a medical clinic and two separate site plans for cottage neighborhoods within the Convergence Research Park. The cottage neighborhood approvals passed by a 3-2 vote.

• Approved site plan for Main Street Urgent Care Clinic (5-0)
• Approved site plan for Convergence Research Park Cottages East (3-2)
• Approved site plan for Convergence Research Park Cottages West (3-2)
• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 16, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission is reviewing Ordinance 23-02 to amend land development regulations regarding RV residences and parking standards. The Commission is also considering a budget amendment for the 2022-2023 Fiscal Year to handle unanticipated revenue from a settlement.

• Ordinance 23-02: Amendments to allow RVs or travel trailers as temporary residences and update parking standards for restaurants and microbreweries
• Resolution 23-11: Budget amendment for the General Fund Public Works budget related to a settlement with Harvest DCP of Florida, LLC
• Award Presentation: Life Saving Award for Officer Cesar Vargas
• Presentation: Mi Apa Latin Café 'Stick a Fork in Cancer' fundraiser results ($1,578.03 raised)
• Consent Agenda: Purchase of transformers and engineering services for Phoenix Park water line extension

The City Commission adopted a resolution to amend the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget to account for unanticipated revenue from a settlement with Harvest DCP of Florida, LLC. The commission also held a first reading for an ordinance regarding land development regulations and RV use.

• Adopted Resolution 23-11 to increase General Fund Public Works budget for Harvest DCP of Florida, LLC settlement (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 23-02 regarding land development regulations, RV temporary residences, and microbrewery parking standards
• Approved reading of proposed ordinances and resolutions by title only (unanimous consent)
• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous consent)

Senior Resources Advisory Board

The Senior Resources Advisory Board will vote on approving a new vision and specific goals regarding health, safety, and social activities. The board will also receive a presentation regarding 'As the Page Turns,' a new book club for seniors.

• Vote to approve new Vision and Goals
• Presentation on 'As the Page Turns' senior book club
• Approval of March 8, 2023, meeting minutes

The board approved its vision and goals following a workshop led by Member Karen Reed. The board also approved the minutes from the March 8, 2023, meeting. Discussion was held regarding a senior book club titled 'As the Page Turns'.

• Approved Vision and Goals (3-0)
• Approved March 8, 2023, meeting minutes

City Commission

The joint meeting includes a proposal for an interlocal agreement allowing Alachua County to plant trees on City property. Commissioners will also receive updates on the use of the Infrastructure Surtax regarding conservation lands, parks, and roads.

• Interlocal Agreement for the Alachua County Tree Planting Program
• Infrastructure Surtax updates for Conservation Lands
• Infrastructure Surtax updates for Parks and Open Space
• Infrastructure Surtax updates for Roads

The Joint City-County Commission met to receive presentations on tree planting, infrastructure surtax, and fire station equipment. No substantive votes were taken on the agenda items; the meeting consisted of presentations and discussions.

• Approved the agenda as amended (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission is reviewing a second and final reading of Ordinance 23-03 to rezone approximately 306.34 acres for the Briarwood Town Center project. The proposal seeks to change existing agricultural, commercial, and residential zoning to Planned Development – Residential and Planned Development – Commercial. Other items include infrastructure planning for Santa Fe Crossing and a minor subdivision plat for Maria's Place.

• Ordinance 2023-03: Rezoning ±306.34 acres to PD-R and PD-COMM for Briarwood Town Center
• Infrastructure Plan: Proposed roadways and utilities for Santa Fe Crossing
• Final Plat: Subdivision of ±0.98 acres at 16183 NW 141st Street
• Resolution 23-10: Budget amendment for Children's Trust Grant revenue
• Teacher of the Year recognition for four local educators

The City Commission approved a rezoning request for the Briarwood Town Center project and an infrastructure plan for Santa Fe Crossing. The board also approved a minor subdivision plat and a budget amendment for a Children's Trust grant.

• Approved Infrastructure Plan for Santa Fe Crossing (5-0)
• Approved Maria's Place Minor Subdivision Final Plat (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-03 rezoning Briarwood Town Center to Planned Development (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-09 regarding Wild Spaces Public Places and Infrastructure Distribution (4-1)
• Approved Resolution 23-10 amending FY 2022-2023 budget for Children's Trust Grant (5-0)

General

The Planning and Zoning Board is considering a site plan for an office building and associated site improvements. The project includes an entrance road approximately 2,000 linear feet in length connecting to US 441.

• Site Plan: Tower Hill Headquarters (±71,533 square foot office building)
• Construction of a ±2,000 linear foot entrance road from US 441
• Development of ±37.07 acres across Tax Parcel Numbers 03053-000-000, 03054-001-000, 03054-001-002, and 03873-001-000

The Planning and Zoning Board approved a site plan for a +71,533 square foot office building and associated site improvements. The project includes an entrance road from US 441 to the building site.

• Approved Site Plan for Tower Hill Headquarters (4-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency Board

The advisory board is reviewing the CRA Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2021-22, which includes a breakdown of expenditures. Staff also provided updates on market studies, stormwater inspections at Skinner Park, and billboard funding.

• CRA Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2021-22
• $190,563.29 expended on Downtown Parking Project in FY 21-22
• $27,002.94 spent on billboard expenses in FY 21-22
• $2,347.73 spent on Business Facade Grant Program in FY 21-22
• Approval of the April 17, 2023 meeting minutes

The board approved the minutes from the April 17, 2023 meeting. Members received staff updates and the Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2021-22, though no formal actions were taken on these items.

• Approved April 17, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will review a site plan for an 8,490 square foot office building for Canvas Church FL, Inc. The meeting will also address a subdivision plat for property on NW 141st Street.

• Site Plan: ±8,490 square foot office building for Canvas Church FL, Inc.
• Final Plat: Replatting Lot 2 of Alachua Realty Co Addition into two lots at 161 83 NW 141st Street
• Approval of April 18, 2023, meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Board approved a site plan for a new church administration building and recommended the approval of a residential final plat to the City Commission.

• Approved site plan for Canvas Church +8,490 sq ft office building (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Maria's Place Final Plat for 16183 NW 141st Street to City Commission (5-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Community Redevelopment Agency will meet to approve the April 10, 2023, meeting minutes. Staff will also provide updates regarding a market study, stormwater inspections at Skinner Park, and billboard funding.

• Approval of April 10, 2023, CRA Minutes
• CRA Market Study Update
• Skinner Park underground stormwater system inspection
• Billboard leasing cost grant discussions
• Business Facade Grant Program updates

The Community Redevelopment Agency approved the minutes from the April 10, 2023 meeting. The board received staff updates and held a discussion, but no other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved April 10, 2023 CRA Minutes

City Commission

The City Commission is reviewing Ordinance 23-03 for the first reading, which proposes rezoning a ±306.34 acre property to Planned Development Residential and Commercial. The meeting also includes presentations regarding Okito America's new location and a recognition of Mayor Gib Coerper's 20 years of service.

• Ordinance 23-03: Rezoning ±306.34 acres to PD-R and PD-COMM for Briarwood Town Center
• Presentation regarding Okito America's new Alachua location
• Recognition of Mayor Gib Coerper for 20 years of service
• Proclamation of National Poetry Month
• Donation of surplus property for Tax Parcel 03506-000-000

The Commission approved Ordinance 23-03, rezoning approximately 306 acres from Agricultural, Community Commercial, and Residential Multiple-Family-8 to Planned Development – Residential and Planned Development – Commercial for the Briarwood Town Center project. The vote was 5-0. The Commission also approved donating surplus property (Tax Parcel 03506-000-000) to Habitat for Humanity to support affordable housing, and deferred Resolution 23-09 on Wild Spaces Public Places funding to the May 22 meeting.

• Approved Ordinance 23-03 rezoning 306 acres for Briarwood Town Center (5-0)
• Approved donation of surplus property Tax Parcel 03506-000-000 to Habitat for Humanity (5-0)
• Deferred Resolution 23-09 Wild Spaces Public Places funding to May 22, 2023 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-02 extending QTI for Pressure Technology Inc. (5-0)

Youth Advisory Council

The Youth Advisory Council is meeting to discuss proposed projects for the year. Members will provide updates on initiatives regarding community equality, student health, and environmental efforts.

• Discussion of mural proposal for community equality
• Discussion of sanitary kits for students
• Discussion of recycling in the City
• Approval of February 23, 2023, meeting minutes

The meeting was largely procedural. The council approved the agenda and the February 23, 2023 meeting minutes by unanimous consent. Members discussed progress on sanitary packet projects and received an update on the End of Year Party.

• Approved the meeting agenda by unanimous consent
• Approved the February 23, 2023 meeting minutes by unanimous consent

City Commission

The City Commission will conduct the annual election of the Vice Mayor and administer the Oath of Office for Commissioner Dayna Miller. The body will also receive a fiscal analysis report for the period ending March 31, 2023.

• Administration of the Oath of Office for Commissioner Dayna Miller
• Election of the Vice Mayor
• Fiscal Analysis Report for FY 2022-2023 through March 31, 2023
• Resolution 23-08: Planning & Zoning Board Appointment
• Resolution 23-07: Establishing Educational Task Force

The City Commission approved the creation of an Educational Task Force and appointed Virginia Johns to the Planning & Zoning Board. The commission also authorized letters for the Santa Fe Watershed Flood Risk Project.

• Appointed Virginia Johns to the Planning & Zoning Board (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-07 to establish an Educational Task Force (5-0)
• Approved Santa Fe Watershed Flood Risk Project Letters Authorization (5-0)
• Swore in Commissioner Miller for City Commission Seat 3
• Elected Commissioner Miller as Vice Mayor

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold quasi-judicial hearings on three site plans and a rezoning: Walmart's stormwater modifications, a 306-acre rezoning to planned development, and a new auto dealership. They will also approve the minutes from the February 14 meeting. The agenda includes public comment and board discussion.

• Site Plan: Walmart Distribution Center #7035 stormwater modifications adding 0.5 acres of impervious surface (Tax Parcel 03998-000-000)
• Rezoning: 306.34 acres from Agricultural, Community Commercial, RMF-8 to Planned Development Residential and Commercial (multiple parcels)
• Site Plan: Motory Group auto dealership with 5,910 sq ft building and 27,300 sq ft service building (Tax Parcel 05970-004-000)
• Approval of February 14, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board approved stormwater modifications for a Wal-Mart distribution center and a site plan for a Motory Group automobile dealership. Additionally, the Board recommended approval to the City Commission for a 306.34-acre rezoning request for a planned development.

• Approved stormwater modifications for Wal-Mart Distribution Center #7035 (3-0)
• Recommended approval to City Commission for rezoning 306.34 acres to Planned Development Residential and Commercial (3-0)
• Approved site plan for Motory Group automobile dealership and service building (3-0)
• Approved February 14, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Community Redevelopment Agency Board

The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board will meet to receive the Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2021-22. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its January 23, 2023 meeting and receive staff updates.

• FY 2021-22 Annual Report including $190,563.29 spent on the downtown parking lot
• FY 2021-22 billboard expenses totaling $27,002.94
• FY 2021-22 marketing campaign spending of approximately $6,265.58
• FY 2021-22 Business Facade Grant Program spending of $2,347.73
• Approval of January 23, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board approved the minutes from the January 23, 2023 meeting. The Fiscal Year 2021-22 Annual Report was tabled to allow members more time to review financial data. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved January 23, 2023 meeting minutes
• Tabled CRA Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2021-22

City Commission

The City Commission will consider adopting Resolution 23-06 to accept the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022. The meeting also includes several community proclamations and student recognitions.

• Resolution 23-06: Acceptance of the FY 2021-2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• 2023 Great American Cleanup Proclamation for event on May 6th
• National Public Safety Telecommunications Week Proclamation
• Alachua Elementary School student artist certificates
• Tire Roundup Event scheduled for May 5th and 6th, 2023

The City Commission adopted Resolution 23-06 to accept the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Management Letter for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022. The commission also recognized student artists and issued proclamations for the Great American Cleanup and National Public Safety Telecommunications Week.

• Approved amended agenda (unanimous consent)
• Approved reading of proposed ordinances and resolutions by title only (unanimous consent)
• Adopted Resolution 23-06 accepting the FY2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (5-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Community Redevelopment Agency will consider adopting a resolution to accept the financial statements for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022. The agency will also review its annual report for the 2021-22 fiscal year and approve minutes from the March 13, 2023 meeting.

• Resolution CRA 23-01: Accepting Financial Statements for the Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2022
• CRA Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2021-22
• Approval of March 13, 2023 CRA Minutes

The Community Redevelopment Agency approved the minutes from March 13, 2023, and adopted Resolution CRA 23-01 to accept the fiscal year 2022 financial statements. The board also received the Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2021-22 and was introduced to new CRA Coordinator Susan King.

• Approved March 13, 2023 CRA Minutes
• Approved Resolution CRA 23-01 accepting financial statements for fiscal year ended September 30, 2022

City Commission

The City Commission will consider waiving competitive bidding to purchase 32 one-phase transformers from Gresco. The body will also recognize April as Water Conservation Month and Child Abuse Prevention Month.

• Proposed purchase of 32 new transformers from Gresco for $146,966
• Water Conservation Month Proclamation
• Child Abuse Prevention Month Proclamation
• Presentation by Detective Jacob Eady on the Internet Crimes against Children Taskforce (ICAC)

The City Commission approved the meeting agenda by unanimous consent. The session primarily consisted of proclamations for Water Conservation Month and Child Abuse Prevention Month. No other substantive legislative actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous consent)
• Issued Water Conservation Month Proclamation
• Issued Child Abuse Prevention Month Proclamation

City Commission

The City Commission is meeting to conduct regular business. The primary scheduled action is the administration of the Oath of Office for Commissioner Dayna Miller.

• Administration of the Oath of Office for City Commission Seat 3 (Dayna Miller)

The City Commission approved an amended agenda and the reading of proposed ordinances and resolutions by title only. No substantive policy decisions, ordinances, or resolutions were voted on during the meeting.

• Approved amended agenda (unanimous consent)
• Approved reading of proposed ordinances and resolutions by title only (unanimous consent)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Community Redevelopment Agency will meet to approve previous minutes and receive staff updates. Discussions include the completion of a downtown parking lot and the status of the agency's annual report.

• Approval of January 9, 2023 minutes
• Update on downtown parking lot completion and March 23, 2023 ribbon cutting
• CRA staffing updates
• Status of annual report due March 31, 2023

The Community Redevelopment Agency approved the minutes from the January 9, 2023 meeting. Staff provided updates regarding the downtown parking lot, though no formal votes were taken on the project.

• Approved January 9, 2023 Minutes (unanimous consent)

Senior Resources Advisory Board

The board is meeting to receive updates on a senior book club and the results of a community survey. Members will also discuss the board's future vision and goals and review previous meeting minutes.

• Review of Senior Community Survey results regarding housing, transportation, and safety
• Update on 'As the Page Turns' book club event at Legacy Park Multipurpose Center
• Approval of December 7, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion of board vision and goals

The board approved the minutes from the December 7, 2022, meeting. Members discussed a senior community survey and the 'As the Page Turns' book club. The Chair requested a future workshop to establish the board's vision and goals.

• Approved the agenda (unanimous consent)
• Approved December 7, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous consent)
• Requested a workshop to determine board vision and goals

City Commission

The Alachua City Commission will hold a quasi-judicial hearing on the preliminary plat for the Peggy Road Planned Development, a 150-lot subdivision on about 51.26 acres. The commission will also receive a fiscal analysis report for FY 2022-2023 through January 31, 2023, and consider several budget amendments for grant revenues. Consent agenda items include an annual contract for horizontal directional drilling and consulting services for the Alachua West Wastewater Improvement Project.

• Preliminary plat for Peggy Road Planned Development: 150 lots on ±51.26 acres, south of Peggy Road and Legacy Park, north of CSX rail, east of I-75 (Quasi-Judicial Hearing)
• Resolution 23-03: Budget amendment for Children's Trust of Alachua County grant
• Resolution 23-04: Budget amendment for Duke Energy Foundation and Greater Gainesville Chamber Foundation grant
• Resolution 23-05: Budget amendment for Florida Department of Environmental Protection grant
• Consent agenda: RFB 2023-02 Horizontal Directional Drilling and Open Cut Method Annual Contract Award; Consulting services with Causseaux, Hewett & Walpole for Alachua West Wastewater Improvement Project

The City Commission approved a preliminary plat for a 150-lot subdivision on Peggy Road. The board also approved several budget amendments to incorporate grant funding and accepted infrastructure for Savannah Station Phase 2A.

• Approved Preliminary Plat for Peggy Road Planned Development (5-0)
• Approved Savannah Station Phase 2A, Unit 2 infrastructure acceptance and return of $28,466.90 surety (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-03 to increase Children's Trust Grant Special Revenue Fund (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-04 to increase General Fund for Duke Energy and Greater Gainesville Chamber Foundation grants (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-05 to increase Enterprise Fund for Florida Department of Environmental Protection grant (5-0)
• Approved hiring Attorney David Theriaque as co-counsel for lawsuit against the City (unanimous)

Youth Advisory Council

The Youth Advisory Council is meeting to discuss potential projects for the year. Members will review proposals for a community equality mural, sanitary kits for students, and public education on recycling.

• Discussion of mural proposal for community equality
• Discussion of sanitary kits for students
• Presentation by Commissioner Dayna Miller and Gina Hawkins on city recycling projects
• Approval of November 17, 2022, meeting minutes

The Youth Advisory Council met on February 23, 2023. The only substantive action recorded in the minutes was the approval of the meeting agenda as amended.

• Approved the agenda as amended

Planning and Zoning Board

The Alachua Planning and Zoning Board will hold quasi-judicial hearings on several development requests, including a 150-lot subdivision, a storage facility, and a covered pavilion, as well as a legislative text amendment to the Land Development Regulations. The board will also consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for stair replacement at a historic property and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Preliminary plat for Peggy Road Planned Development: 150 lots on ±51.26 acres south of Peggy Road, east of I-75
• Site plan for Duration Builders Mini-Storage: eight buildings totaling ±28,751 sq ft on ±5.48 acres south of US 441
• Site plan for Sandvik Covered Pavilion: ±13,800 sq ft pavilion on ±0.32 acre at 13500 NW County Road 235
• Certificate of Appropriateness to replace wooden stairs with metal at 14616 NW 140th Street (Historic District)
• LDR text amendment: RV temporary residences, outdoor seating parking, microbrewery parking, stormwater on adjacent lands

The Planning and Zoning Board approved three site plans and one certificate of appropriateness. The Board also recommended several amendments to the Land Development Regulations to the City Commission, including new rules for RVs as temporary residences.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for metal stairs at 14616 NW 140th Street (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Preliminary Plat for Peggy Road Planned Development (150 lots) to City Commission (5-0)
• Approved Site Plan for Sandvik Covered Pavilion at 13500 NW County Road 235 (5-0)
• Approved Site Plan for Duration Builders Mini-Storage south of US 441 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Land Development Regulations text amendments regarding stormwater, RV temporary residences, and parking standards to City Commission (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will receive a presentation on flood risk and draft reports from the Suwannee River Water Management District. The body is also considering a grant renewal for summer enrichment programming and appointments to the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board.

• Grant of $66,665 from Children's Trust of Alachua County for summer camp at Legacy Park
• Appointment of two members to the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
• Flood Risk Review presentation by SRWMD Chief Professional Engineer Leroy Marshall
• Settlement and mutual release with Harvest
• Termination of Joint Planning Area Interlocal Agreement between Alachua County and City of Alachua

The City Commission authorized the City Manager to secure a grant from the Children's Trust of Alachua County and approved a settlement and mutual release with Harvest. The Commission also terminated a Joint Planning Area Interlocal Agreement with Alachua County and appointed two members to the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board.

• Appointed Jovante Hayes and Matthew Webster to the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to sign documents for the Children's Trust of Alachua County grant
• Approved settlement and mutual release with Harvest (5-0)
• Approved termination of Joint Planning Area Interlocal Agreement with Alachua County and execution of deeds

Special Magistrate

The Alachua Special Magistrate will hold a quasi-judicial hearing on January 26, 2023, to address code enforcement cases, including old business on compliance affidavits and new violations. The meeting will decide whether to accept compliance affidavits or impose daily fines for properties that remain in violation. It will also approve minutes from the October 27, 2022 hearing.

• Case #22-0174: Beverly Ann Wurts, compliance accepted
• Case #22-0165: Scott & Scott Co-Trustees, non-compliance, daily fine recommended
• Case #22-0167: Polk & Polk, non-compliance, daily fine recommended
• Case #22-0101: Florida Brown Heirs, non-compliance, daily fine recommended
• Case #22-0193: Dolgencorp LLC, compliance accepted

Special Magistrate Michael Durham dismissed three code enforcement cases and issued compliance deadlines and potential fines for three others. One case regarding property ownership was continued for 60 days.

• Dismissed case #22-0174 (Beverly Ann Wurts) as compliant
• Dismissed case #22-0193 (Dolgencorp LLC) as compliant
• Dismissed case #22-0110 (Dreyers Cleaning & Restoration Inc.) as legally insufficient
• Found violation in case #22-0104 (Virginia Daugherty); ordered compliance in 60 days or $100 daily fine
• Found violation in case #22-0205 (Alexander & Lemieux); ordered compliance in 60 days or $50 daily fine
• Found violation in case #22-0203 (Ivan & Galina Kolomyiko); ordered compliance by March 30, 2023 or $100 daily fine
• Continued case #22-0101 (Florida Brown Heirs) for 60 days to review documents
• Granted continuance for case #22-0084 (Willie James Washington Heirs)

Citizen Advisory Task Force

The Citizen Advisory Task Force is meeting to elect a Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary for one-year terms. The body will also review parliamentary procedures, Sunshine Law requirements, and task force bylaws.

• Election of CATF Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary
• Approval of August 10, 2020 meeting minutes
• Review of Parliamentary Procedures
• Presentation on Sunshine Law and Public Records
• Presentation of CATF Bylaws

Community Redevelopment Agency Board

The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board is meeting to approve previous minutes and receive staff updates. Discussions include the progress of the downtown parking lot and the status of local billboards.

• Approval of the September 19, 2022 meeting minutes
• Update on downtown parking lot construction with an anticipated completion date of late May
• Report on Holiday Nights events held in December
• Notification that billboards closer to I-10 have been cancelled

The board approved the minutes from the September 19, 2022 meeting. Other business consisted of staff updates and member requests regarding budgetary reports, billboard designs, and pedestrian safety.

• Approved minutes of the September 19, 2022 CRAAB Meeting

City Commission

The City Commission will address the calling of the April 2023 municipal election and receive a fiscal analysis report through November 30, 2022. The body will also accept a police accreditation award and a grant for Mill Creek Preserve.

• Proclamation calling the April 11, 2023 election for City Commission Seat 3
• $20,000 Duke Energy Revitalization Grant for Mill Creek Preserve exhibits and signage
• Purchase of one new Caterpillar 416 Backhoe Loader
• Fiscal Analysis Report for FY 2022-2023 through November 30, 2022
• Proclamation declaring February 3, 2023, as School Crossing Guard Appreciation Day

The City Commission approved the meeting agenda and the reading of proposed ordinances and resolutions by title only. The meeting primarily consisted of special presentations and proclamations. No substantive policy decisions or budget approvals were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous consent)
• Approved reading of proposed ordinances and resolutions by title only

City Commission

The City Commission will review a fiscal analysis report detailing the city's general operating condition through September 30, 2022. The meeting also includes presentations to recognize student artists and a humanitarian charity.

• Fiscal Analysis Report for FY 2021-2022 through September 30, 2022
• Presentation by VIRA Charity regarding the 'ONE DAY FOR UKRAINE' festival which raised over $8,000
• Student Artist Appreciation certificates for Bhaktivedanta Academy students
• Approval of November 28, 2022 City Commission Meeting Minutes

The City Commission approved the meeting agenda by unanimous consent. The session consisted primarily of special presentations and citizen comments regarding traffic speeds. No ordinances or resolutions were decided upon.

• Approved amended agenda (unanimous consent)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Community Redevelopment Agency will meet to receive updates from staff on existing projects, including the downtown parking lot. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the November 14, 2022 meeting.

• Staff updates on existing CRA projects, including the downtown parking lot
• Approval of November 14, 2022 CRA Minutes

The Community Redevelopment Agency approved the minutes from the November 14, 2022 meeting. Executive Director Mike DaRoza provided staff updates, including a discussion regarding the timeframe for selecting a CRA Coordinator.

• Approved November 14, 2022 CRA Minutes