Edgewater public meetings in 2023

Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate is reviewing several code enforcement cases regarding property maintenance, outdoor storage, and nuisance grass. Some items involve orders in compliance, while others are presented as new business.

• Property maintenance case for 2925 Pine Tree Dr
• Outdoor storage case for 2129 Travelers Palm Dr
• Refuse and dumpster case for 2970 S Ridgewood Ave
• Commercial vehicle case for 3014 Unity Tree Dr
• Nuisance grass cases for 2904 Orange Tree Dr and 3220 India Palm Dr

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will review a comprehensive plan amendment regarding stormwater sub-elements and land development code standards. Additionally, the board will consider annexation, land use, and rezoning requests for a parcel located at 108 Azalea Road.

• Comprehensive plan amendment to update Chapter 4 Stormwater Sub-Element
• Update to Land Development Code Article IV Resource Protection Standards and Article V Site Design Criteria
• Annexation of .3445 + acres at 108 Azalea Road from Volusia County to the City of Edgewater
• Small-scale comprehensive plan amendment for 108 Azalea Road to Medium Density Residential
• Rezoning of 108 Azalea Road from Volusia County R-4 to City of Edgewater R-3

Firefighters Pension Board

The board will review investment reports from Bowen and Haynes and AndCo. Discussion items include the disability recertification process and filling a council-appointed seat following Herb Epstein's resignation.

• Disability Recert Process discussion
• Council Appointed Seat vacancy due to Herb Epstein's resignation
• Officer Elections
• Bowen and Haynes Investment Report
• AndCo Investment Report

Police Pension Board

The Board will review the September 18, 2023, meeting minutes and receive updates on the online member portal and Share Plan 0% Floor. Reports will be provided by AndCo and Sugarman, Susskind, Braswell and Herrera regarding House Bill 3 reporting requirements.

• Approval of September 18, 2023, meeting minutes
• Online Member Portal update
• Share Plan 0% Floor discussion
• AndCo quarterly report
• House Bill 3 reporting requirements report

General Employee Pension Board

The General Employee Pension Board will review the quarterly investment performance report through September 30, 2023. The board will also discuss House Bill 3 reporting requirements.

• Investment Performance Report through 9/30/23 by Burgess, Chambers and Associates
• House Bill 3 Reporting Requirements discussion

Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board will review the minutes from the November 1, 2023, meeting. The agenda includes a report from the Economic Development Director and discussion regarding Vision Plan second public survey questions.

• Review of November 1, 2023, meeting minutes
• Economic Development Director Report
• Vision Plan Second Public Survey Questions

City Council

The City Council will review several second-reading ordinances regarding land use, annexations, and zoning changes. The agenda also includes a budget amendment for fiscal year 2023-2024 and various consent agenda items.

• Rezoning of parcels to Mixed Use Planned Unit Development (MUPUD)
• Annexation of parcels west of Elizabeth Street and south of Claudette Street
• Rezoning of parcels east of S Ridgewood Avenue and north of Jones Fish Camp Road
• Amendment to the FY23-24 budget via Resolution No. 2023-R-31
• Preliminary Plat for Edgewater Preserve Phase 2 residential subdivision

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council will consider Resolution No. 2023-R-30 regarding final year-end budget appropriations for Fiscal Year 2022-2023. The council will also discuss and consider approving draft questions for the second public survey related to the Vision Plan update.

• Approval of final FY 2022-2023 budget adjustments (Resolution No. 2023-R-30)
• Discussion and approval of draft second public survey questions for the Vision Plan update

Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will review several code enforcement cases involving property standards, nuisances, and vehicle violations. These items include discussions on parking, inoperable vehicles, grass/weed maintenance, and fire prevention codes.

• Residential parking and inoperable vehicle citations at 407 Sea Hawk Ct.
• Minimum standards and installation standards at 2340 S Ridgewood Ave.
• Florida Fire Prevention Code adoption for 333 W Marion Ave.
• Inoperable vehicle citation at 2411 Travelers Palm Dr.
• Permit authority discussion regarding 3304 Kumquat Dr.

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will review several property variance requests and large-scale land use changes. This includes a request to annex over 110 acres east of Volco Road and update the city's comprehensive plan.

• Annexation of 110+ acres east of Volco Road and south of Edgewater Preserve
• Rezoning of 110+ acres east of Volco Road to a Residential Planned Unit Development
• Final Plat approval for Oakleaf Preserve Phase Four near Old Mission Road
• Variance request for a detached garage at 2609 Queen Palm Drive
• Conditional use permit for outdoor storage at 431 Live Oak Street

City Council

The City Council will review several ordinances regarding land annexations and rezoning. The agenda also includes a contract award for the YMCA building retrofit project and updates on city insurance premiums.

• $810,546.00 contract award for YMCA Building Retrofit Project
• Second reading of ordinances for annexation near Clinton Cemetery Road
• Banking services agreement with Truist Bank
• Site plan approval for the 165-unit Tamarack III Mobile Home Park
• Purchase of Polymera

Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board will review minutes from the October 11, 2023 meeting. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding a workforce recruitment video for SEVMTC and reports from the Economic Development Director.

• Approval of October 11, 2023, meeting minutes
• SEVMTC Workforce Recruitment Video
• Economic Development Director Report

Planning and Zoning Board

The Board will consider updates to the Comprehensive Plan regarding stormwater sub-elements and Land Development Code standards. Additionally, the meeting includes requests for a 78-unit townhome subdivision and land use/zoning changes near S Ridgewood Avenue.

• Updates to Comprehensive Plan Chapter 4 Stormwater Sub-Element
• Updates to Land Development Code Articles IV and V
• Preliminary Plat approval for Smyrna Creek Preserve, a 78-unit townhome subdivision
• Comprehensive plan amendment for parcels East of S Ridgewood Avenue and North of Jones Fish Camp Road
• Rezoning request from RPUD and B-3 to MUPUD for property near S Ridgewood Avenue

Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will review several new and repeat code enforcement cases. These matters involve issues such as neglected premises, outdoor storage, commercial property maintenance, and fire prevention code compliance.

• Neglected Premise: 1855 Coco Palm Dr.
• Fire Prevention Code: B-6-735 Air Park Rd.
• Neglected Premise and Outdoor Storage: 2904 Orange Tree Dr.
• Commercial Property Maintenance: 707 W Park Ave. and 1828 S Ridgewood Ave.
• Nuisance Generally: 147 Wildwood Ave. and 103 S Flagler Ave.

City Council - Workshop

The Edgewater City Council will hold a workshop to receive updates from city staff departments. The agenda is limited to these departmental reports.

• Department updates from staff

Recreation & Cultural Services Board

The Recreation & Cultural Services Board will review reports from the Parks & Recreation Department and the Event Coordinator. Discussion topics include holiday event planning and seasonal community programs.

• Christmas Parade route and driver meeting
• Holiday Light Decorating Contest
• Light Up City Hall event discussion
• 2024 Draft City Event Calendar
• Spring Beautification Awards

Economic Development Board

The meeting includes the approval of minutes from the September 6, 2023 meeting. New business involves a Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) Board Member.

• Approval of September 6, 2023 meeting minutes
• New business regarding a Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) Board Member

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider several land use requests including property setbacks, a 200-unit subdivision, and a 165-unit mobile home park. The agenda also includes requests for annexation and rezoning of multiple parcels near Elizabeth Street.

• VA-2315: Swimming pool and cage setback variance
• VA-2316: New home footprint variance on a non-conforming lot
• VA-2317: Detached garage setback variance in R-2 zoning
• AN-2303, CPA-2304, and RZ-2303: Annexation, plan amendments, and rezoning for parcels near Elizabeth Street
• SD-2202: Preliminary Plat for Edgewater Preserve Phase 2 residential subdivision

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding right-of-way regulations and smoking restrictions in parks. The agenda also includes various rezoning requests and a site plan for two industrial buildings. Additionally, the council will review contract renewals for utility services and road maintenance.

• Rezoning requests near Clinton Cemetery Road and Indian River Boulevard
• Ordinance to amend park regulations following House Bill 105 smoking restrictions
• Site plan approval for two industrial buildings totaling over 291,830 square feet
• Contract renewals for building inspection services and utility rate studies
• Special activity permit for "Pirates on the Edge" at Menard May Park

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Community Redevelopment Agency is considering the adoption of the preliminary proposed budget for fiscal year 2023-2024. The meeting also includes review of reimbursement requests for property improvements.

• Resolution 2023-CRA-01: Adopting Preliminary Proposed CRA Budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
• Small Scale Improvement Request for Reimbursement: Shushanna Tamman at 103 E. Connecticut Avenue
• Medium Scale Façade Improvement Grant Reimbursement Request: Earl Tingle at 107-111 N. Ridgewood Avenue

Planning and Zoning Board

The Edgewater Planning and Zoning Board will hold a special meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding a zoning amendment for the Deering Park Center MUPUD. The request involves properties generally located at 3450 Old Dawson Ranch Road.

• Zoning Amendment for Deering Park Center MUPUD (3450 Old Dawson Ranch Road)

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding the final millage rates for the 2023-2024 fiscal year, including operating and debt service rates. The meeting also includes a resolution opposing the construction of the Belvedere Fuel Farm near Ormond Beach.

• Resolution 2023-R-20: Final Operating Millage Rate for FY 2023-2024
• Resolution 2023-R-21: Final Animal Shelter Debt Service Millage Rate for FY 2023-2024
• Resolution 2023-R-22: Final GO for Parks Debt Service Millage Rate for FY 2023-2024
• Resolution 2023-R-23: Final Budget providing for appropriations for FY 2023-2024
• Resolution 2023-R-29: Opposition to the proposed Belvedere Fuel Farm near 874 Hull Road

Police Pension Board

The board will review the FY 23-24 Proposed Budget and a letter regarding a Salem Trust fee increase. Discussion items include an online member portal demonstration and a quarterly investment report.

• FY 23-24 Proposed Budget
• Salem Trust Fee Increase Letter
• Quarterly Report through 06/30/23 from AndCo
• Ratification of Warrants 97, 98, 99, and 100

Firefighters Pension Board

The board will discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2023-2024 and review the AndCo Consulting Services Agreement. The agenda also includes discussions on AAS plan provisions and a demonstration of an online member portal.

• FY 23-24 proposed budget review
• AndCo Consulting Services Agreement review
• AAS Plan Provision discussion
• Ratification of warrants 96 and 97
• Share Plan Ordinance amendment

General Employee Pension Board

The General Employee Pension Board will review quarterly investment reports through June 30, 2023. The board is also scheduled to discuss a proposed fee increase from Salem Trust and an updated Investment Policy Statement.

• Salem Trust fee increase
• Quarterly report through June 30, 2023
• Updated Investment Policy Statement (IPS) draft
• Death audit article review
• Ratification of Warrants 88 and 89

Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will review several code enforcement cases involving property maintenance, inoperable vehicles, and storage issues. The agenda includes orders for compliance and new business regarding various residential properties.

• Compliance order for Patrick Rosenkjar at 3124 India Palm Dr.
• Violations for inoperable vehicles, neglected premises, and accessory structures at 2304 Royal Palm Dr.
• Property maintenance, inoperable vehicles, and storm protection issues at 1001 Regent St.
• Trespass appeal for Judson Merry at 1610 Gordon Wynd Ln
• Nuisance tree and neglected premise cases for 3001 India Palm Dr LLC

Planning and Zoning Board

The Board will consider several requests for property variances regarding setbacks, landscape buffers, and pool requirements. The agenda also includes requests for land annexation, street abandonment, and the approval of a major industrial site plan.

• Variance for 21 Pelican Lane regarding water line setback and swimming pool placement
• Variances for 2715 Guava Drive and 2611 Guiva Drive regarding rear setbacks and dumpster enclosures
• Variance for 403 S Ridgewood Avenue regarding landscape buffer classifications
• Variance for 603 Starboard Avenue regarding front setback and building coverage
• Variance for 601 N Ridgewood Avenue regarding landscape buffer width

City Council

The City Council will review several tentative millage rates for the 2023-2024 fiscal year, including operating and debt service rates. The meeting also includes a second reading of an ordinance regarding animal services and the ratification of a police collective bargaining agreement.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 2023-O-25 amending Chapter 5 (Animal Services)
• Resolution 2023-R-25: Annual Fire Assessment Fee
• Tentative Operating Millage Rate for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
• Tentative Animal Shelter Debt Service Millage Rate for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
• Tentative Go For Parks Debt Service Millage Rate for Fiscal Year 2023-2024

Economic Development Board

This meeting consists of procedural items and staff reports. The board will review the Economic Development Director Report and other board reports. No specific new business or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of August 2, 2023, meeting minutes
• Economic Development Director Report
• Board Reports

City Council - Executive Session

The City Council will meet in a closed session with the City Manager. The purpose of the meeting is for labor negotiations and collective bargaining with the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) Local 4575.

• Labor negotiations/collective bargaining with IAFF Local 4575

City Council - Workshop

The City Council will conduct a budget recap workshop. The meeting is scheduled for August 21, 2023, at 10:00 AM.

• Budget Overview

City Council - Workshop

The City Council will participate in a Visioning Workshop. The session is scheduled for 1:00 PM on August 21, 2023.

• Visioning Workshop with Kimley Horn

City Council - Special Meeting

The Edgewater City Council will consider a capital request for a Police K9 purchase and a resolution to modify the schedule of fees and rates. This special meeting follows a visioning workshop.

• Police K9 purchase (AR-2023-393) via LETFA capital request
• Resolution No. 2023-R-15 to modify the schedule of fees/rates

Recreation & Cultural Services Board

The board will discuss revisions to its by-laws and review the Beautification 2023 project for properties on Pine Tree Drive. Reports from the Parks & Recreation Director and Event Coordinator are also scheduled.

• Revision of Board By-Laws
• Beautification 2023 at 2821 and 3407 Pine Tree Drive
• Parks & Recreation Department Director's Report
• Event Coordinator's Report

The Recreation & Cultural Services Board approved two properties for beautification awards and recommended by-law revisions to the City Council. The board also received reports on park projects and upcoming events.

• Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Selected 2821 Pine Tree Drive and 3407 Pine Tree Drive for Beautification awards (3-0)
• Recommended proposed Board Bylaw changes to City Council (3-0)

Planning and Zoning Board

The August 9, 2023, Planning and Zoning Board meeting was canceled due to a lack of quorum. The agenda items are rescheduled to be heard on September 13, 2023.

City Council

The City Council will review a Hurricane Ian exposure analysis and stormwater code review. The agenda includes several consent items regarding city contracts and agreements, as well as resolutions concerning fees and the FDOT Vision Zero Plan.

• Presentation of Hurricane Ian Exposure Analysis and Stormwater Code Review
• Resolution 2023-R-15 to modify the Schedule of Fees/Rates
• Resolution 2023-R-24 endorsing FDOT’s Vision Zero Plan
• Final Plat approval for Rivers Edge Subdivision (FP-2301)
• Final Plat approval for Oak Leaf Phase 3 subdivision (FP-2302)

City Council approved final plats for the Rivers Edge and Oak Leaf Phase 3a subdivisions. The council also endorsed the FDOT Vision Zero Plan and agreed to a $25,000 settlement for a 2021 motor vehicle accident claim.

• Approved Final Plat for Rivers Edge subdivision (5-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Oak Leaf Phase 3a subdivision (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-R-24 endorsing FDOT’s Vision Zero Plan (5-0)
• Approved $25,000 settlement for motor vehicle accident Claim #387403 (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of Florida Firefighter Cancer Decontamination Equipment grant, if awarded (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Granicus renewal and surplus asset disposal (5-0)
• Tabled Resolution No. 2023-R-15 regarding fee/rate modifications to August 21, 2023 (5-0)

Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board will meet to select a Board Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting also includes the review of advisory board applications from Christine Power and Hayley Vezza.

• Selection of Board Chair
• Selection of Board Vice Chair
• Board application: Christine Power
• Board application: Hayley Vezza
• Economic Development Director Report

The board appointed a Chair and Vice Chair for one-year terms. Additionally, the board recommended one applicant to the City Council for a three-year term on the board.

• Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Appointed Rebecca Crews as Board Chair for one year (4-0)
• Appointed John Ward as Board Vice Chair for one year (4-0)
• Recommended Christine Power to City Council for a three-year board term (4-0)

Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will conduct a hearing regarding a dangerous dog case. The body will also address several new cases involving property maintenance and neglected premises. Additionally, the meeting includes reviewing orders in compliance and previously tabled items.

• Dangerous dog hearing for "Thor" (Case #: 23-119578)
• Property maintenance review at 3312 Victory Palm Dr.
• Refuse and dumpster issue at 2311 S Ridgewood Ave.
• Neglected premise case for 108 Dixwood Ave.
• Compliance review for 200 Falcon Ave

Special Magistrate Jacob Schumer determined a dog named 'Thor' was not dangerous. The Magistrate also found several properties in violation of city codes, granting some owners compliance deadlines and ordering staff recommendations for others who failed to appear.

• Deemed dog 'Thor' not dangerous
• Found 108 Dixwood Ave in violation; compliance deadline set for October 19, 2023
• Found 2311 S Ridgewood Ave in violation; compliance deadline set for September 11, 2023
• Ordered staff recommendations for 3312 Victory Palm Dr due to failure to appear
• Ordered staff recommendations for 120 Hamilton Rd due to failure to appear
• Ordered staff recommendations for 1855 Coco Palm Dr due to failure to appear
• Ordered staff recommendations for 607 N Ridgewood Ave due to failure to appear
• Ordered staff recommendations for 21 Kingfisher Ln due to failure to appear

City Council - Special Meeting

The council will consider Resolution 2023-R-14 regarding the Fire Assessment Rate. The meeting also includes reviews of maximum millage levy calculations for the 2023-2024 fiscal year.

• Resolution 2023-R-14 (Fire Assessment Rate)
• Maximum Millage Levy - Edgewater Operating FY 2023-2024
• Maximum Millage Levy - Edgewater I & S 2005 FY 2023-2024
• Maximum Millage Levy - Edgewater I & S 2016 FY 2023-2024

City Council - Workshop

The City Council will hold a budget workshop regarding governmental funds and utility rates. This meeting is scheduled for July 17, 2023, at 10:00 AM in the Council Chambers.

• Discussion of Governmental Funds
• Discussion of Utility Rates

Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate

The Edgewater Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate will review several cases involving property maintenance, parking, and accessory structures. The meeting also includes checking for compliance on existing orders and addressing new violations related to fire safety and outdoor storage.

• Fire and life safety standards review for Edgewater Petro LLC at 3336 West Indian River Blvd
• Accessory structure case for 2940 Willow Oak Dr
• Trailer storage case for 115 E Marion Ave
• Outdoor storage and inoperable vehicle violations on Woodland Dr
• Compliance review of property maintenance at 2414 India Palm Dr

Special Magistrate Jacob Schumer ruled on several property maintenance and zoning violations. One case was tabled to August 1, 2023, while multiple other violators were found in violation in absentia and ordered to pay staff-recommended penalties.

• Upheld daily fines for 2214 Orange Tree Dr. due to fill dirt on property
• Found 2940 Willow Oak Dr. in violation; waived citation fee and set compliance deadline for October 13, 2023
• Reduced daily fines for 2940 Willow Oak Dr. from $100.00 to $50.00
• Tabled case for 106 Hamilton Rd. to August 1, 2023
• Ordered staff-recommended penalties for 115 E Marion Ave. (Trailer Storage)
• Ordered staff-recommended penalties for 10 Camino Real Dr. (Fire & Life Safety)
• Ordered staff-recommended penalties for 3332 Woodland Dr. (Outdoor Storage and Inoperable Vehicle)
• Ordered staff-recommended penalties for 222 N Ridgewood Ave., 618 N Ridgewood Ave., 601 N Ridgewood Ave., 3103 Victory Palm Dr., 3336 West Indian River Blvd., and 2217 India Palm Dr.

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider final plat approvals for Rivers Edge Subdivision and Oak Leaf Phase 3a. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for 2421 Guava Drive.

• Variance request for rear yard setback and landscape buffer at 2421 Guava Drive
• Final plat approval request for Rivers Edge Subdivision
• Final plat approval request for Oak Leaf Phase 3a subdivision

The board approved a variance for a property on Guava Drive and two final plat requests for subdivisions. These decisions determine how specific parcels of land are developed and buffered.

• Approved variance VA-2305 for rear yard setback and landscape buffer at 2421 Guava Drive (5-0)
• Approved final plat FP-2301 for Rivers Edge Subdivision (5-0)
• Approved final plat FP-2302 for Oak Leaf Phase 3a subdivision (5-0)

City Council

The Edgewater City Council is reviewing second readings for the annexation and rezoning of 2.12 acres on Old Mission Road. The agenda also includes several infrastructure contracts, including water main replacements and lift station rehabilitation. Additionally, the council will consider updates to city ordinances and personnel policies.

• Annexation and rezoning of 2.12 acres at 1890 Old Mission Road
• Contract award to GPS Civil Construction, Inc. for Park Avenue Water Main Replacement Project
• Contract award to Alfred Benesch & Company for the Municipal Impact Fee Study
• Renewal of Residential Recycling Services Contract with Southard Enterprises, Inc.
• Approval of a Beer Garden at the Independence Day Celebration

The City Council approved the annexation and zoning changes for a 2.12-acre parcel at 1890 Old Mission Road. Council also passed several ordinances amending city codes regarding health, finance, animal services, and the police pension plan.

• Approved annexation of 2.12± acres at 1890 Old Mission Rd (4-0)
• Approved Comprehensive Plan amendment for 1890 Old Mission Rd as Low Density Transition with Conservation Overlay (4-0)
• Approved zoning map amendment for 1890 Old Mission Rd as Rural Transitional (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-O-22 amending Health, Sanitation, Property Maintenance and Code Enforcement (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-O-23 amending Police Officers Pension Plan (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-O-24 amending Chapter 9 (Finance) (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-O-25 amending Chapter 5 (Animal Services) (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-R-13 for abandonment of 1.1 feet of drainage easement at Oak Leaf Preserve (4-0)

City Council - Workshop

The Edgewater City Council will hold a budget workshop on June 19, 2023. The meeting is scheduled to discuss the Utility and Rate Study.

• Discussion of the Utility and Rate Study

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider final plat approval for Riverfront Estates South. The agenda also includes requests for easement abandonment in Oak Leaf Preserve and property setback variances.

• Final Plat approval for Riverfront Estates South
• Abandonment of 1.1 feet from side yard drainage easement at Oak Leaf Preserve, Phase 2, Lot 93
• Variance request for a 2ft setback from the mean high water line
• Variance request for a 240 square foot shed at 105 Naranga Drive

The board approved a final plat for Riverfront Estates South and a drainage easement vacation. A request for a setback variance from the mean high water line was denied, and a shed variance request was withdrawn.

• Approved final plat for Riverfront Estates South (SD-2003) (6-0)
• Approved abandonment and vacation of 1.1 feet from side yard drainage easement at Lot 93, Oak Leaf Preserve, Phase 2 (AB-2301) (6-0)
• Denied variance for 2ft setback from mean high water line (VA-2303) (6-0)
• Withdrew variance request for 240 square foot shed at 105 Naranga Drive (VA-2304) (6-0)

Firefighters Pension Board

The board will review quarterly reports from investment and legal consultants. The agenda includes a COLA study and discussions regarding plan distributions for DROP participants.

• COLA Study
• Share Plan Distributions for DROP Participants
• Bowen & Hanes Quarterly Report through March 31, 2023
• AndCo Quarterly Report through March 31, 2023
• Summary of Payments for ratification

Police Pension Board

The board will review the AndCo Quarterly Investment Report through March 31, 2023. Members will also receive updates on ordinance amendments and a memo regarding HB 3 from the plan attorney.

• AndCo Quarterly Investment Report through March 31, 2023
• HB 3 Memo from Plan Attorney
• Ordinance Amendment Updates
• Approval of March 13, 2023 draft minutes

General Employee Pension Board

The General Employee Pension Board will review reports from the plan custodian, investment consultant, and plan attorney. The board will also consider a consent agenda containing summaries of payments for ratification.

• Salem Trust Plan Custodian report
• Burgess, Chambers & Assoc. Quarterly Investment Report through 03-31-23
• Klausner, Kaufman, Jensen & Levinson legal services and disclosure documents
• Warrant 86 for ratification
• Warrant 87 for ratification

Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate

The Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate will hear several new business cases regarding property violations in Edgewater. These include issues such as neglected premises, outdoor storage, and inoperable vehicles. One case is noted as being in compliance.

• Inoperable vehicle case at 120 Orange Ave.
• Neglected premises and rubbish disposal cases at 104 N Park Place.
• Building code, littering, and permit authority cases at 31 Pine Brook Dr.
• Accessory structures and neglected premises cases at 2413 Victory Palm Dr.
• Outdoor storage violations at 3434 Yule Tree Dr, 2943 Juniper Dr, and 1515 Juniper Dr.

Special Magistrate Jacob Schumer reviewed several properties for code violations. One resident admitted to a violation and received a reduced fine, while other properties were found in violation and ordered to follow staff recommendations due to the owners' failure to appear.

• Approved minutes of May 11, 2023 meeting
• Reduced citation fine from $150.00 to $100.00 for Marta R Orlowski (1857 Date Palm Dr.)
• Ordered staff recommendations for James Phillips (120 Orange Ave.) regarding inoperable vehicle
• Ordered staff recommendations for Vincent & Jessica Briscoe (104 N Park Place) regarding neglected premise, rubbish, doors, and outdoor storage
• Ordered staff recommendations for Jasmine Partridge (31 Pine Brook Dr.) regarding building code, littering, and permit authority
• Ordered staff recommendations for Angela Midyette (2413 Victory Palm Dr.) regarding accessory structures and neglected premise
• Ordered staff recommendations for Marilyn McAtee (2106 Umbrella Tree Dr.) regarding neglected premise
• Ordered staff recommendations for Louis L Schiro, Donna Marie Peppin, Lida Ann Werie, Barbara K Samples, and Carol Ann Mehalko for various code violations

Economic Development Board

The board will review the minutes from the May 3, 2023 meeting. The Economic Development Director will present reports regarding the SEV Economic Development Summit and a Vision Plan joint workshop.

• Approval of May 3, 2023 meeting minutes
• SEV Economic Development Summit report
• Vision Plan joint workshop report
• SEV Regional Plan report
• Business Continuity Training Sessions report

The Board approved the minutes from the May 3, 2023 meeting. Members agreed to postpone the annual selection of Board Chair and Vice Chair until the August meeting.

• Approved May 3, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Postponed selection of Board Chair and Vice Chair until August meeting

City Council

The City Council will review first readings for several ordinances, including the annexation of property on Old Mission Road. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the City Manager's evaluation and various infrastructure projects.

• First reading of ordinances for the annexation of 2.12 acres at 1890 Old Mission Rd
• Amendment to the Police Officers Pension Plan
• June amended budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
• Agreement with East Central Florida Regional Planning Council for a vulnerability assessment
• Purchase of EMS supplies from Bound Tree Medical, LLC

The City Council approved the annexation and zoning of 2.12 acres at 1890 Old Mission Road as Rural Transitional. Council also approved an amended budget for FY 2022-2023 and updates to the Police Officers Pension Plan and Finance chapters. Several infrastructure and sewage projects were approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved annexation of 2.12 acres at 1890 Old Mission Rd (5-0)
• Approved Future Land Use Map amendment for 1890 Old Mission Rd (5-0)
• Approved zoning of 1890 Old Mission Rd as Rural Transitional (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-O-22 amending Health, Sanitation, and Code Enforcement (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-O-23 amending Police Officers Pension Plan (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-O-24 amending Chapter 9 Finance (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-R-08 for June Amended Budget FY 2022-2023 (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including sewage pump installations and canal improvements (5-0)

Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate

The Edgewater Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate will review compliance cases and conduct public hearings. These proceedings address issues such as property maintenance, parking, and refuse accumulation at several local addresses.

• Public hearing for an inoperable vehicle at 113 Rio Vista Dr
• Review of accessory structures and rubbish accumulation at 106 E Marion Ave
• Compliance check regarding permit authority at 1901 Cow Creek Rd
• Cases involving refuse and property maintenance at 3001 India Palm Dr
• Hearing on parking violations at 1930 Fern Palm Dr

Special Magistrate Jacob Schumer upheld citation fines for two properties on India Palm Drive. Additionally, the Magistrate ordered staff recommendations for 14 other cases where the alleged violators failed to appear.

• Upheld citation fines for 3124 India Palm Dr. (Case 23-119218) with 10 days to comply
• Upheld citation fines for 3128 India Palm Dr. (Case 23-119219) with 10 days to comply
• Ordered staff recommendations for 113 Rio Vista Dr. (Case 23-118634)
• Ordered staff recommendations for 501 Finch Dr. (Case 23-118889)
• Ordered staff recommendations for 3001 India Palm Dr. (Case 23-118918 A, B, C)
• Ordered staff recommendations for 2970 S Ridgewood Ave. (Case 23-118975)
• Ordered staff recommendations for 2816 Silver Palm Dr. (Case 23-119068)
• Ordered staff recommendations for 914 S Flagler Ave. (Case 23-119101)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will review a variance request for property on North Ridgewood Avenue. The board will also consider proposals to annex and rezone 2.12± acres of land at 1890 Old Mission Road.

• Variance request for 607 North Ridgewood Avenue
• Annexation of 2.12± acres at 1890 Old Mission Rd
• Comprehensive Plan amendment for 1890 Old Mission Road
• Zoning Map amendment for 1890 Old Mission Road

The Planning and Zoning Board approved a variance for a gas station canopy at 607 North Ridgewood Avenue. The board also recommended approval for the annexation and comprehensive plan amendment of 2.12 acres at 1890 Old Mission Road and approved its zoning as Rural Transitional.

• Approved variance VA-2302 for canopy at 607 North Ridgewood Avenue (stipulated size up to 22ft x 78ft) (7-0)
• Recommended approval for annexation AN-2301 of 2.12± acres at 1890 Old Mission Rd (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Comprehensive Plan amendment CPA-2302 for 2.12± acres at 1890 Old Mission Road (7-0)
• Approved zoning amendment RZ-2302 for 2.12± acres at 1890 Old Mission Road as RT Rural Transitional (7-0)
• Approved February 8, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved March 8, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board will review the April 5, 2023 meeting minutes. The Department Director will also provide reports on a career fair, the Vision Plan update, and the economic development budget.

• Review of April 5, 2023 meeting minutes
• May Career Fair at NSB High School report
• Vision Plan Update report
• Economic Development Budget report

The Edgewater Economic Development Board unanimously approved the minutes from the April 5, 2023 meeting and the Economic Development budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. Board members also discussed upcoming events including a job fair, the Community Visioning meeting, and the Southeast Volusia Economic Development Summit.

• Approved minutes from April 5, 2023 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Economic Development budget for FY 2023-2024 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a second reading of an ordinance to rezone approximately 32 acres near Cow Creek Road to a Mixed Use Planned Unit Development. The agenda also includes a presentation on the SUN Trail design and a resolution to establish a Citizen/Business Recognition Program.

• Rezoning ~32 acres near Cow Creek Road (Ordinance 2023-O-15)
• Presentation on SUN Trail design from Roberts Rd to Dale St
• Establishment of a Citizen/Business Recognition Program (Resolution 2023-R-07)
• Police staffing analysis contract and justification
• Public Works Facility Design change order request

The City Council approved the consent agenda, which included fee waivers for a community event and police staffing and equipment items. The Council held a second reading for a rezoning request to expand Serenity Springs as a Mixed Use Planned Unit Development, though the final vote outcome for this item is not recorded in the provided text.

• Approved Minutes of December 5, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda (5-0)
• Approved waiver of Special Activity Application and Amphitheater rental fees for WORD Center of Edgewater (5-0)
• Approved Police Staffing Analysis (5-0)
• Approved Enterprise Rental Agreement for Police 3/4 Ton Truck (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Bulk Fuel (5-0)

City Council - Workshop

The Edgewater City Council is hosting a workshop to discuss hurricane preparation, response, and recovery. No other specific agenda items are listed for this meeting.

• Discussion of hurricane preparation, response, and recovery

Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will review several code compliance matters including repeat violations and new business. These items involve issues such as outdoor storage, property maintenance, inoperable vehicles, and parking.

• Compliance review: James Rosa - 1930 Fern Palm Dr. (Outdoor Storage)
• Compliance review: Steven Hendricks & Mary Masters - 2220 Kumquat Dr. (Trailer Storage)
• Public hearing: Gregory & Michelle F Fox - 1512 Travelers Palm Dr. (Inoperable Vehicle and Parking)
• Public hearing: Brenda Rivera - 408 Jeanne St. (Property Maintenance and Temporary Storm Protection)
• Public hearing: Paul Wheat - 2404 Needle Palm Dr. (Parking and Inoperable Vehicle)

Special Magistrate Jacob Schumer adjudicated several code enforcement cases, including outdoor storage and permit violations. The Magistrate upheld some citation fees and ordered staff recommendations for numerous properties where the owners failed to appear.

• Upheld citation fee for outdoor storage at 1228 Travelers Palm (Case 23-118972 A)
• Did not uphold citation for neglected premise at 1228 Travelers Palm due to missing amount (Case 23-118972 B)
• Ordered Michael Amato (2214 Orange Tree Dr.) to obtain a permit or restore property by June 2, 2023
• Ordered staff recommendations for 20 cases where violators failed to appear, including properties on Travelers Palm Dr., Umbrella Tree Dr., and S Ridgewood Ave

City Council

The City Council will consider several land use items, including a rezoning request for Serenity Springs. The agenda also includes updates on canal armoring, water treatment chemicals, and park maintenance.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 2023-O-15 regarding 32.09 acres east of Cow Creek Road
• Amendment to the Riverside Villas Planned Unit Development agreement
• Amendment to the Smyrna Creek Preserve Planned Unit Development agreement
• Extension of contractor services for Whistle Stop Park splash pad maintenance
• Settlement authorization up to $15,000.00 for a motor vehicle accident claim

The City Council approved a zoning amendment for the Serenity Springs expansion and authorized two Planned Unit Development (PUD) agreement amendments. The council also reappointed Eric Rainbird to the Planning and Zoning Board and approved a motor vehicle accident settlement.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-O-15 for Serenity Springs zoning amendment to MUPUD (4-1)
• Reappointed Eric Rainbird to the Planning and Zoning Board (5-0)
• Denied appointment of Donald Grimer to the Planning and Zoning Board (2-3)
• Approved $15,000 maximum settlement for 2021 motor vehicle accident claim (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Riverside Villas PUD Agreement and preliminary plat (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Smyrna Creek Preserve PUD Agreement (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including water/wastewater supplies and splash pad maintenance (5-0)
• Approved special activity permit fee waiver for Wiffle Ball Tournament (5-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Community Redevelopment Agency will review a Medium Scale Improvement Grant application from Sparks & Stimson LLC for 919 S. Ridgewood Ave. The meeting also includes the presentation of the CRA Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2022.

• Medium Scale Improvement Grant application: Sparks & Stimson LLC (919 S. Ridgewood Ave.)
• CRA Annual Report FY 2022

The Community Redevelopment Agency approved a medium scale improvement grant for a business expansion at 919 S. Ridgewood Ave. The board also approved the minutes from the January 9, 2023, meeting.

• Approved minutes from January 9, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved medium scale improvement grant for Sparks & Stimson LLC at 919 S. Ridgewood Ave. (5-0)

Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board will review board applications from Enaris Inman and Hayley Vezza. The meeting also includes scholarship selections and reports on a job fair, an economic development summit, and strategic planning workshops.

• Board applications for Enaris Inman and Hayley Vezza
• Scholarship selections
• Job Fair report
• Chamber Economic Development Summit report
• Strategic Planning Workshops report

The Board recommended one new member appointment to the City Council and decided to keep one board seat vacant. Additionally, the Board selected three recipients for $4,000 scholarships.

• Approved March 1, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended Enaris Inman to City Council for a 3-year board appointment (5-0)
• Approved leaving one board seat open (5-0)
• Awarded three $4,000 scholarships to selected recipients

Miscellaneous

The City of Edgewater is hosting a community outreach event to gather feedback on the city's future direction. Residents can provide input regarding land development, community spaces, and streets through an interactive exercise and survey.

• Vision Plan public discussion at Hawks Park Baseball Fields
• Community feedback session on land development and streets

Recreation & Cultural Services Board

The board will meet to approve minutes from the January 17, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes selecting a new Board Chair and Vice Chair, as well as the reappointment of Zach Ganger.

• Selection of RCS Board Chair
• Selection of RCS Board Vice Chair
• Reappointment of Zach Ganger

The Recreation & Cultural Services Board appointed its leadership for the coming year and recommended a member for reappointment to the City Council. The board also approved the minutes from the January 17, 2023 meeting.

• Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Appointed Tiffany Evers as Board Chair for one year (5-0)
• Appointed Glenn Powers as Board Vice Chair for one year (5-0)
• Recommended Zach Ganger to City Council for a 3-year reappointment ending June 5, 2026 (5-0)

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council will review due diligence regarding the purchase of properties at 3176 and 3198 Indian River Boulevard and an Eels Grove Road parcel. The discussion includes a Phase II Environmental Site Assessment report, property appraisals, and a survey.

• Phase II Environmental Site Assessment Report for 3176 and 3198 Indian River Boulevard
• Contract for Purchase of Indian River Boulevard Property
• Appraisal Report from Cooksey & Associates Inc.
• Appraisal Report from Heffington & Associates
• Survey invoice

Firefighters Pension Board

The board will conduct elections for a member-elected trustee seat and various officers. The agenda also includes reviews of investment reports, actuarial valuations, and service buyback discussions.

• Member Elected Trustee Seat: Justin Nickels
• Election of Officers
• Prior Firefighter Service Buyback discussion
• Social Security Benefit Option review
• Ratification of Summary of Payments (Warrant 93 and Warrant 94)

Police Pension Board

The board will review actual expenses through September 30, 2022, and share plan earnings. Members will also receive actuarial and investment reports alongside a proposed ordinance amendment regarding Police Chief membership.

• Review of actual expenses through September 30, 2022
• Actuarial Valuation Report from October 1, 2022
• Quarterly Investment Report through December 31, 2022
• Proposed Ordinance Amendment regarding Police Chief membership
• Ratification of Summary of Payments (Warrant 95 and Warrant 96)

General Employee Pension Board

The General Employee Pension Board will review quarterly financial and legal updates. The meeting includes reports from the plan actuary, investment consultants, and plan attorney.

• 10/1/2022 Actuarial Valuation Report by Doug Lozen
• Quarterly Investment Report through December 31, 2022
• SECURE Act 2.0 Memo from Bonni Jensen
• Internal Controls Memo
• Summary of Payments including Warrants 84 and 85

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider a rezoning request for approximately 32.09 acres east of Cow Creek Road. The board will also review variance requests for properties on Finch Drive and North Ridgewood Avenue.

• Rezoning of 32.09± acres east of Cow Creek Road and north of SR 442 to MUPUD (Serenity Springs)
• Variance request for property at 501 Finch Drive
• Variance request for property at 607 North Ridgewood Avenue

The Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval for a zoning amendment to create a Mixed Use Planned Unit Development. Two separate variance requests for a residential pool and a commercial canopy were denied.

• Recommended approval of RZ-2208 to rezone 32.09± acres east of Cow Creek Road as MUPUD (7-0)
• Denied variance VA-2301 for a pool at 501 Finch Drive (7-0)
• Denied variance VA-2302 for a canopy at 607 North Ridgewood Avenue (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will review a second reading of Land Development Code text amendments. The agenda also includes several grant acceptances, contract awards for water treatment chemicals, and plat approvals.

• Ordinance No. 2023-O-13: Land Development Code text amendments to Article IV
• Contract with Fred Fox Enterprises, Inc. for $499,900 for G2-G11 Canal Improvement Project
• Acceptance of FDEP Resilient Florida Grant for Vulnerability Assessment and Adaptation Action Plan
• Acceptance of Assistance to Firefighters Grant from the Department of Homeland Security
• Final Plat approval for Edgewater Preserve Phase 1 and Oak Leaf Preserve, Phase 3

The City Council approved final plats for Edgewater Preserve Phase 1 and Oak Leaf Preserve Phase 3B despite resident concerns regarding stormwater and flooding. The council also approved several grants, a new office building for the City Clerk, and the filing of a lawsuit regarding a bid bond.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-O-13 for Land Development Code text amendments (4-0)
• Appointed Chief Mahoney to the Volusia County Opioid Advisory Board (4-0)
• Approved architectural and engineering services for a new City Clerk office building (4-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Edgewater Preserve Phase 1 (3-1)
• Approved Final Plat for Oak Leaf Preserve Phase 3B (3-1)
• Continued Riverside Villas PUD amendment request to April 2023 meeting (4-0)
• Approved filing a lawsuit on a Bid Bond for the Hart Avenue Drainage Water Main project (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including FDEP, FEMA, and FDEM grants and water treatment contracts (4-0)

Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will conduct a dangerous dog hearing for 'Blitz.' The meeting also includes compliance reviews regarding swimming pool fences, accessory structures, and parking easements, as well as public hearings regarding outdoor and trailer storage.

• Dangerous dog hearing for 'Blitz' (Case #: 230100182)
• Compliance review for swimming pool fence and accessory structures at 27 Silver Cir
• Nuisance and parking easement compliance at 3020 India Palm Dr
• Public hearing regarding outdoor storage at 321 Three Oaks Dr
• Public hearings regarding trailer storage at 1519 Travelers Palm Dr and 3307 Pine Tree Dr

Special Magistrate Jacob Schumer granted a compliance extension for a permit violation at 2322 Umbrella Tree Dr. Two other properties were found in violation of city ordinances after the owners failed to appear. A hearing was held regarding a dangerous dog classification for a dog named 'Blitz'.

• Approved compliance extension to March 27, 2023, for Rex and Lana Manning (2322 Umbrella Tree Dr) regarding permit authority
• Found Edgewater Terrace Inc. (321 Three Oaks Dr) in violation of outdoor storage residential codes
• Found Schuldt Barbara A TR (1519 Travelers Palm Dr) in violation of trailer storage codes
• Approved minutes of February 9, 2023 meeting

Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board will discuss the SEV Regional Economic Development Strategic Plan and 2023 scholarships. The meeting also includes a report from the Economic Development Director regarding CEDS goals and EDA disaster recovery.

• Approval of December 7, 2022, meeting minutes
• Review of 2023 scholarship schedule
• Presentation on SEV Regional Economic Development Strategic Plan
• Economic Development Director report on CEDS goals and EDA disaster recovery

The Board approved the minutes from the December 7, 2022 meeting. The Economic Development Coordinator provided updates on scholarships, regional strategic plans, and disaster recovery information.

• Approved December 7, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will review compliance cases and conduct public hearings regarding property maintenance, parking, and accessory structures. These proceedings address specific code violations at several residential and commercial addresses.

• Public hearing for neglected premise at 402 Sea Gull St.
• Public hearing for parking violations at 2727 Evergreen Dr.
• Public hearing for accessory structures at 116 N Ridgewood Ave.
• Public hearing for property maintenance at 1812 S Riverside Dr.
• Compliance review regarding Florida Building Code at 2303 Royal Palm Dr.

Special Magistrate Jacob Schumer ordered staff recommendations for nine properties found in violation of city codes after the owners failed to appear. One property owner was granted an extension until March 1, 2023, to remove a vehicle.

• Approved minutes of January 12, 2023 meeting
• Granted extension to March 1, 2023 for compliance at 2727 Evergreen Dr. (Case 22-118423)
• Ordered staff recommendations for 402 Sea Gull St. (Case 22-118271)
• Ordered staff recommendations for 607 N Ridgewood Ave. (Case 22-118291)
• Ordered staff recommendations for 116 N Ridgewood Ave. (Case 22-118475)
• Ordered staff recommendations for 1626 Needle Palm Dr. (Case 22-118533)
• Ordered staff recommendations for 1812 S Riverside Dr. (Case 22-118534 A & B)
• Ordered staff recommendations for 2947 Mango Tree Dr. (Case 23-118491)

Planning and Zoning Board

The board will hold public hearings regarding final plat approvals for Edgewater Preserve Phase 1 and Oak Leaf Preserve Phase 3B. Additionally, the board will review property variance requests and a recommendation for a board member reappointment.

• Final plat approval: Edgewater Preserve Phase 1
• Final plat approval: Oak Leaf Preserve, Phase 3B
• Variance request: 1409 S. Riverside Drive
• Variance request: 3440 Juniper Drive
• Reappointment recommendation for Eric Rainbird

City Council

The City Council will consider second readings for multiple ordinances regarding land annexation and zoning changes. The agenda also includes amendments to police and firefighter pension plans to eliminate line of duty health insurance benefits. Additionally, the council will review various contracts and grant acceptances.

• Amendments to Police and Firefighter Pension Plans to eliminate line of duty health insurance
• $38,699.43 purchase order for wildland gear for the Fire Department
• Annexation and rezoning requests for North Cory Drive, Pelican Drive, and Rock Oak Trail
• Contract negotiations for the G2-G11 Canal Improvement Project
• Resolution supporting improvements to the State Road 442 and I-95 interchange

Council approved a Business Planned Unit Development for a surfing entertainment venue and several residential and commercial annexations. The board also voted to eliminate certain line-of-duty health insurance benefits for new police and fire hires and approved a foreclosure on a property with unpaid liens.

• Approved ZA-2302 for a specialized sports entertainment venue (4-0)
• Approved Ordinances 2023-O-01 through 2023-O-09 for various annexations and zoning changes (4-0)
• Approved Ordinances 2023-O-10 and 2023-O-11 to eliminate line-of-duty health insurance for new police and fire hires (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-O-12 adding emergency housing for FEMA trailers (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-R-06 to prioritize State Road 442/I-95 interchange improvements (3-1)
• Approved foreclosure of 1859 Pine Tree Drive for unpaid liens (4-0)
• Approved $38,699.43 purchase order for fire department wildland gear (3-1)
• Tabled ZA-2301 regarding Riverside Villas PUD amendment until March 6, 2023 (4-0)

City Council - Workshop

This meeting is a City Council Orientation. It provides an overview of the duties and responsibilities of the City Council and reviews the functions of each city department.

• City Council orientation regarding council duties and department functions

City Council - Workshop

The City Council workshop scheduled for Monday, January 30, 2023, has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. The meeting was intended to review and discuss potential changes to the Land Development Code with members of the Planning & Zoning Board.

• Cancellation of workshop regarding Land Development Code changes

Recreation & Cultural Services Board

The meeting includes requests for the reappointments of Tiffany Evers and Glenn Powers, as well as a membership application from CarolAnn Jeronimo. Additionally, reports will be presented regarding Florida Historical Markers and potential Earth or Arbor Day event ideas.

• Reappointment request for Tiffany Evers
• Reappointment request for Glenn Powers
• Board member application from CarolAnn Jeronimo
• Report on Florida Historical Markers
• Discussion of Earth / Arbor Day event ideas

The board voted to recommend the reappointment of Tiffany Evers and Glenn Powers, and the appointment of CarolAnn Jeronimo, to the City Council. The board also approved the minutes from the February 17, 2022 meeting.

• Approved February 17, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended Tiffany Evers for reappointment for a term ending November 16, 2024 (3-0)
• Recommended Glenn Powers for reappointment for a term ending October 3, 2025 (3-0)
• Recommended CarolAnn Jeronimo for appointment for a three year term (3-0)

Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate

The Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate will hold public hearings regarding various property violations. These include issues with stop work orders, neglected premises, and outdoor storage.

• Stop Work Order case at 3027 Pine Tree Dr.
• Permit authority and enforcement hearing for 111 Monson Dr.
• Neglected premise hearing for 1016 Ruth Dr.
• Trailer, outdoor storage, and maintenance cases for 2752 Date Palm Dr.
• Fence requirement case at 925 Lake Ave

Special Magistrate Jacob Schumer found multiple properties in violation of city ordinances. Several cases resulted in orders for staff recommendations due to the absence of the alleged violators.

• Approved minutes of December 8, 2022 meeting
• Found 111 Monson Dr. in violation of Sec. 21-53.02 and Sec. 21-53.11; ordered staff recommendations
• Found 2752 Date Palm Dr. in violation of Sec. 10-121, Sec. 10-80, and Sec. 10-98; payment deadline set for January 27, 2023
• Found 1016 Ruth Dr. in violation of Sec. 10-83; ordered staff recommendations
• Found 925 Lake Ave in violation of Sec. 21-38.02; ordered staff recommendations

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on Land Development Code amendments regarding resource protection standards. The agenda includes requests for plat approvals, a conditional use permit, and property variances. The board will also elect a new Chairman and Vice-Chairman.

• Amendments to Land Development Code Article IV (Resource Protection Standards)
• Final Plat approval for Elegant Manor Estates
• Amendment to the Riverside Villas Planned Unit Development Agreement
• Conditional Use Permit request for 1945 West Park Avenue
• Variance requests for 2424 Umbrella Tree Drive and 2100 Air Park Road

Community Redevelopment Agency

The meeting includes an overview presentation of the Edgewater CRA for the City Council. The agenda also features a report from the Department Director. No new or old business is scheduled for this meeting.

• Edgewater CRA Overview presentation
• Department Director's Report

The meeting consisted of a presentation by CRA Coordinator Samantha Bergeron regarding the agency's goals, blight improvement, and available business grants. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

City Council

The City Council will review multiple requests for land annexation and rezoning on North Cory Drive, Pelican Drive, and Rock Oak Trail. The agenda also includes first readings of ordinances to amend police and firefighter pension plans regarding line of duty health insurance benefits. Additionally, the council will consider contract renewals and a new development escrow account.

• First reading of ordinances for annexations and rezoning on North Cory Drive, Pelican Drive, and Rock Oak Trail
• Amendments to Police and Firefighter Pension Plans to eliminate line of duty health insurance benefits
• Renewal of auditing services agreement with James Moore & Co.
• Establishment of a Development Escrow account via Resolution 2023-R-02
• Internal loan to the Solid Waste Fund via Resolution 2023-R-01

The City Council approved several ordinances for land annexation and zoning amendments on North Cory Drive, Pelican Drive, and Rock Oak Trail. The council also voted to eliminate line-of-duty health insurance benefits from police and firefighter pension plans. Additionally, the city agreed to pay a proportionate share of the cost for a traffic signal at New Smyrna Beach High School.

• Approved Consent Agenda including wastewater plant mixer replacement and auditing services (5-0)
• Approved annexation and zoning for .30± acres on North Cory Drive as Low Density Residential (5-0)
• Approved annexation and zoning for .06± acres on Pelican Drive as Highway Commercial (5-0)
• Approved annexation and zoning for .34± acres at 3509 Rock Oak Trail as Low Density Residential (5-0)
• Approved elimination of line-of-duty health insurance benefit for Police and Firefighter pension plans (5-0)
• Approved adding Section 8-19 (Emergency Housing) to the Code of Ordinances (5-0)
• Approved 38.79% cost contribution for NSBHS traffic signal (5-0)
• Appointed Councilwoman Bennington as Vice-Mayor (5-0)