Frostproof public meetings in 2020

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider two applicant-initiated requests regarding land plats. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the December 7, 2020, meeting.

• Request to vacate a plat at 9th St & Thompson Ave
• Request to plat Lake Moody Estates Final Plat

The Frostproof Planning & Zoning Commission voted unanimously to forward recommendations of approval to the City Council for two resolutions. Resolution 2020-28 would vacate a portion of a plat at 9th Street East and Thompson Avenue (about 3.50 acres) to allow future replatting for residential development. Resolution 2020-30 would approve the final plat for Lake Moody Estates, a 5-lot residential subdivision on about 4.253 acres at Lake Moody Road South and Eddie Flood Road. The board also approved the December 7, 2020 meeting minutes. No public comments were made.

• Approved December 7, 2020 minutes (unanimous)
• Forwarded recommendation of approval for Resolution 2020-28 (vacate plat at 9th St & Thompson Ave) to City Council (unanimous)
• Forwarded recommendation of approval for Resolution 2020-30 (Lake Moody Estates final plat) to City Council (unanimous)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Frostproof City Council is scheduled to vote on second readings for ordinances amending the Future Land Use and Zoning Map for 11th Street. The body will also approve invoices for a wastewater treatment plant upgrade and 3rd Street paving, as well as resolutions for plat vacations and final plats.

• Ordinance 2020-34: Amend Future Land Use from AG to IND on 11th Street (2nd Reading)
• Ordinance 2020-35: Change Zoning Map from AG to I-2 on 11th Street (2nd Reading)
• Resolution 2020-28: Request to Vacate Plat at 9th St & Thompson Ave
• Resolution 2020-30: Request to Final Plat for Lake Moody Estates
• Approval of Fluidyne Corporation Invoice #6764 for WWTP SBR Control System Upgrade

Regular City Council Meeting

The Frostproof City Council will hold a regular meeting with several land-use items on the agenda. They will vote on the second reading of an ordinance to amend the Cody Cove Planned Unit Development, and hold first readings on ordinances to change the future land use and zoning of 11th Street from agricultural to industrial, and to amend the Otto Ullrich annexation. The council will also consider resolutions for final and preliminary plats for Cody Cove Lakefront, Lake Moody Estates, and Magnolia Groves, plus several administrative approvals.

• Ordinance 2020-33: Cody Cove PUD amendment, 2nd reading
• Ordinance 2020-34: Future land use change AG to IND on 11th St, 1st reading
• Ordinance 2020-35: Zoning map change AG to I-2 on 11th St, 1st reading
• Ordinance 2020-36: Otto Ullrich annexation amendment, 1st reading
• Resolution 2020-26: Final plat for Cody Cove Lakefront

The Frostproof City Council unanimously approved several land-use and zoning changes, including amending the Cody Cove Planned Unit Development, changing 3.46 acres at Thompson Ave & 11th St from Agriculture to Industrial and Heavy Industrial, and correcting an annexation error. The council also approved final and preliminary subdivision plats for Cody Cove Lakefront, Lake Moody Estates, and Magnolia Groves, plus a $104,975 FDOT beautification grant contract and a $100 Christmas bonus for employees, part-time firefighters, and deputies.

• Approved Ordinance 2020-33 amending Cody Cove PUD (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-34 changing 3.46 acres at Thompson Ave & 11th St from AG to Industrial (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-35 changing zoning from AG to Heavy Industrial I-2 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-36 correcting annexation scrivener's error (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2020-26 final plat for Cody Cove Lakefront (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2020-27 preliminary plat for Lake Moody Estates (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2020-29 preliminary plat for Magnolia Groves (unanimous)
• Approved $100 Christmas bonus for employees, part-time firefighters, and deputies (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Frostproof Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider several applicant-initiated requests, including amendments to the Cody Cove Planned Unit Development, a future land use and zoning change on 11th St, and multiple plat approvals. The commission will also approve minutes from a prior meeting and take public comments.

• Amendment to Cody Cove PUD
• Future land use change from AG to IND and zoning from AG to I-2 on 11th St
• Final plat for Cody Cove
• Preliminary plat for Lake Moody Estates
• Preliminary plat for Magnolia Groves

The Frostproof Planning & Zoning Commission voted to forward recommendations of approval to the City Council for several land-use requests, including an amendment to the Cody Cove Planned Unit Development, a future land use and zoning change for a property at Thompson Avenue and 11th Street East, and preliminary/final plats for four residential subdivisions. All recommendations passed, with one dissenting vote on the land use and zoning changes. The meeting was procedural in nature, with no final approvals granted by the commission itself.

• Forwarded recommendation of approval for Ordinance 2020-33 (Cody Cove PUD amendment) to City Council (unanimous)
• Forwarded recommendation of approval for Ordinance 2020-34 (AG to IND future land use) to City Council (4-1, Baker dissenting)
• Forwarded recommendation of approval for Ordinance 2020-35 (AG to I-2 zoning) to City Council (4-1, Baker dissenting)
• Forwarded recommendation of approval for Resolution 2020-26 (Cody Cove final plat) to City Council (unanimous)
• Forwarded recommendation of approval for Resolution 2020-27 (Lake Moody Estates preliminary plat) to City Council (unanimous, Sullivan abstained)
• Forwarded recommendation of approval for Resolution 2020-29 (Magnolia Groves preliminary plat) to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved October 19, 2020 Planning & Zoning minutes (unanimous)

City Council Special Meeting

The Frostproof City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss two items: the FFA Barn and the 'Fire it Up Frostproof' BBQ event. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are listed under 'New Business' for discussion. The meeting also includes public comments.

• FFA Barn discussion
• Fire it Up Frostproof BBQ discussion
• Public comments

The Frostproof City Council discussed two new business items. For the FFA pole barn, Council agreed to look into tearing down the Women's Club, removing fencing at Henderson Field, and placing the barn there, with final decisions to come later. For the annual BBQ, Council agreed to explore a late March Backyard BBQ event and cancel the February SCA BBQ competition, with the Mayor to contact Nucor about their interest.

• Agreed to explore tearing down the Women's Club and placing the FFA pole barn near Henderson Field
• Agreed to look into a late March Backyard BBQ event and cancel the February SCA BBQ competition
• Agreed to consider creating a yearly list of city events to send to businesses for sponsorship

City Council Special Meeting

The Frostproof City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss current railroad crossing paving repairs work. The agenda includes this discussion as new business, along with public comments. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion on current railroad crossings paving repairs work
• Public comments period

The City Council approved a $53,604.50 quote from G&G to repair railroad crossings on 3rd St, 8th St, and 9th St, and approved a $41,285.55 invoice for completed work on Wall St, B St, and F St. Both motions passed unanimously. The higher costs were due to unforeseen issues like missing road base and railroad ties under the asphalt.

• Approved $53,604.50 quote for 3rd St, 8th St, and 9th St railroad crossing repairs (unanimous)
• Approved $41,285.55 invoice for Wall St, B St, and F St railroad crossing repairs (unanimous)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Frostproof City Council will hold a regular meeting with public comments, a proclamation, and several action items. Key decisions include the second reading of the revised FY 2019-2020 budget ordinance and the first reading of an amendment to the Cody Cove Planned Unit Development. The council will also consider contracts for IT services, building repairs, and wastewater treatment upgrades, plus a special event request.

• Ordinance 2020-31: Adoption of revised FY 2019-2020 budget (2nd reading)
• Ordinance 2020-33: Amendment of Cody Cove PUD (1st reading)
• Resolution 2020-20: Christmas Parade road closure on SR 17
• Approval of SEMCO bid for City Barn interior repairs
• Approval of Wastewater Treatment Plant interior repairs and upgrades

City Council Special Meeting

The Frostproof City Council is holding a special meeting with one substantive item: an update on the city's water system, presented with an attached water system presentation. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including call to order, invocation, pledge, roll call, public comments, council comments, and adjournment.

• Update on City's Water System with attached presentation (Water_system_presentation.pdf)
• Public comments period
• Council comments period

Regular City Council Meeting

The Frostproof City Council will hold its regular meeting with several action items, including a second reading of a zoning amendment for property at 4th St & SR17 and a first reading of the revised FY 2019-2020 budget. The council will also consider approving a septic-to-sewer conversion project agreement with Kimley Horn. Discussions are scheduled on a pole barn with the FFA Alumni, the future of the Fire it Up Frostproof BBQ event, adding a stormwater fee to the tax roll, and disposing of city equipment.

• Ordinance 2020-30: 2nd reading to amend zoning at 4th St & SR17
• Ordinance 2020-31: 1st reading to adopt revised FY 2019-2020 budget
• Approval of Kimley Horn septic to sewer conversion project agreement
• Discussion on adding stormwater fee to tax roll
• Request to dispose of city equipment

The Frostproof City Council approved Ordinance 2020-30, rezoning 2.80 acres at 4th St SW and SR17 from Light Industrial (I-1) to Heavy Industrial (I-2) for a window manufacturing plant, and Ordinance 2020-31, adopting the revised FY 2019-2020 budget. Both passed unanimously by roll call. The council also approved a septic-to-sewer conversion agreement with Kimley-Horn and disposal of three broken grinder pumps. Discussions on a pole barn with FFA Alumni, the Fire it Up BBQ event, and adding a stormwater fee to the tax roll were deferred to future workshops or dates.

• Approved Ordinance 2020-30 rezoning 2.80 acres to Heavy Industrial (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-31 revised FY 2019-2020 budget (unanimous)
• Approved Kimley-Horn septic to sewer conversion agreement (unanimous)
• Approved disposal of 3 broken grinder pumps (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 19, 2020 (unanimous)
• Consensus to hold workshop with FFA Alumni on pole barn location
• Consensus to hold workshop on future of Fire it Up BBQ event
• Consensus to revisit stormwater fee on tax roll at later date

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Frostproof Planning & Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of a preliminary plat for an 8-lot residential subdivision on 8.377 acres north of Cody Villa Road. The board also unanimously recommended denial of a zoning change from Light Industrial (I-1) to Heavy Industrial (I-2) for a 2.80-acre parcel at 4th Street SW and Scenic Highway, citing lack of applicant information. Both recommendations go to the City Council for final action.

• Approved preliminary plat recommendation for 8-lot subdivision on Cody Villa Rd (unanimous)
• Denied recommendation for zoning change I-1 to I-2 at 4th St & Scenic Hwy (unanimous)
• Approved October 5, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Frostproof Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to consider two applicant-initiated requests to plat properties: one at West 6th St & South Oak Ave (Six Oaks Final Plat) and one on Scenic Hwy North (Sullivan Plat). The commission will also approve minutes from the September 21 meeting. Public comments will be heard.

• Request to plat property at West 6th St & South Oak Ave (Resolution 2020-21, Six Oaks Final Plat)
• Request to plat property on Scenic Hwy North (Sullivan Plat)
• Approval of minutes from 9.21.20 meeting
• Public comments period

Regular City Council Meeting

The Frostproof City Council approved four ordinances on second reading, changing future land use and zoning for two properties to allow residential development: 4.50 acres at Lake Moody Road South and Eddie Flood Road (Ordinances 2020-24 and 2020-25) and 3.50 acres at 9th Street East and Thompson Avenue (Ordinances 2020-26 and 2020-27). Council Member Hutto abstained from the latter two votes due to a conflict of interest. The council also approved the annexation of 1.04 acres on US Highway 27 (Ordinance 2020-29), two final plats for single-family homes, a police pension check request, and a Board of Zoning Appeals appointment. Discussion on the Henderson/Dunham Field agreement was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved Ordinance 2020-24, changing future land use of 4.50 acres at Lake Moody Rd S & Eddie Flood Rd from County Agriculture/Residential Rural to City Residential Low (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-25, changing zoning of 4.50 acres at Lake Moody Rd S & Eddie Flood Rd from County A/RR to City R1-B Single Family Low Density (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-26, changing future land use of 3.50 acres at E 9th St & Thompson Ave from Agriculture and Recreation to Residential Medium (unanimous; Hutto abstained)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-27, changing zoning of 3.50 acres at E 9th St & Thompson Ave from Agriculture to R1-D Mixed Residential High Density (unanimous; Hutto abstained)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-29, annexing approximately 1.04 acres on US Highway 27 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2020-21, final plat of 1.76 acres into 6 lots for single-family homes at 6th St & Oak Ave (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2020-22, final plat of 10 acres into 4 lots for single-family homes on Scenic Hwy North (unanimous)
• Approved $18,638.31 check request to First State Trust Company for police pension employer contribution (unanimous); appointed Adam Soto to Board of Zoning Appeals (unanimous)

City Council Final Millage and Budget Hearing

The Frostproof City Council is holding a final public hearing to adopt the property tax millage rate for fiscal year 2020-2021 via Resolution 2020-24 and to approve the annual budget on second reading via Ordinance 2020-28. Both items require roll call votes. The agenda also includes public comments and standard procedural items.

• Adopt millage rate for FY 2020-2021 – Resolution 2020-24 (roll call vote)
• Adopt FY 2020-2021 budget – Second Reading of Ordinance 2020-28 (roll call vote)
• Public comments and announcements per Florida Statutes

The Frostproof City Council unanimously adopted Resolution 2020-24, setting the ad valorem millage rate at 6.5530 per $1,000 for fiscal year 2020-2021, equal to the rolled-back rate. The council also unanimously approved Ordinance 2020-28 on second reading, adopting the city budget for October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021. No public comments were made during either hearing.

• Adopted Resolution 2020-24, millage rate of 6.5530 per $1,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2020-28, FY 2020-2021 budget (unanimous)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Frostproof City Council will hold its regular meeting, including second reading of an annexation ordinance, first readings of two land use and zoning amendments, and a new annexation on Highway 27. They will also consider a resolution authorizing a State Revolving Fund loan application for wastewater design, and approve a preliminary plat for Scenic Hwy North. The meeting includes approval of minutes from prior budget and council meetings.

• Ordinance 2020-21 (2nd reading): annexation of parcel on Lake Moody Rd
• Ordinance 2020-24 (1st reading): future land use amendment at Lake Moody S & Eddie Flood Rd
• Ordinance 2020-25 (1st reading): zoning amendment at Lake Moody Rd S & Eddie Flood Rd
• Ordinance 2020-29 (1st reading): annexation of parcel on Highway 27
• Resolution 2020-19: authorizes SRF loan application for wastewater design

The Frostproof City Council approved the second reading of Ordinance 2020-21, annexing approximately 4.50 acres on Lake Moody Rd S, despite one public comment opposing it. The council also accepted a bid from Purvis Gray to serve as the city's auditor, passing 3-2. Additionally, the council approved Resolution 2020-19 to apply for a State Revolving Fund loan, with the city responsible for $15,700 after 80% loan forgiveness. All other items, including a preliminary plat and several first-reading ordinances, were approved unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance 2020-21 (2nd reading) to annex ~4.50 acres on Lake Moody Rd S (unanimous roll call)
• Accepted Purvis Gray as city auditor, 3-2 (Mayor Albert and Council Member Hutto dissenting)
• Approved Resolution 2020-19 for State Revolving Fund loan application; city to pay $15,700 (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for 4 lots on Scenic Hwy North (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-24 (1st reading) to change Future Land Use on Lake Moody S & Eddie Flood Rd (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-25 (1st reading) to change zoning on Lake Moody S & Eddie Flood Rd (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-29 (1st reading) to annex ~1.04 acres on US Highway 27 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Sept 10, 14, and 15 meetings (unanimous)

Code Enforcement Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate approved the July 15 and August 19, 2020 meeting minutes. Three first-offense code violations were addressed, each with a compliance deadline of September 26, 2020, after which a $100 per day fine would accrue. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved July 15, 2020 and August 19, 2020 meeting minutes
• Gave Markenly Castor until Sept 26, 2020 to correct weed/vegetation violation at 16 Alabama St or face $100/day fine
• Gave Jose Capriolo until Sept 26, 2020 to correct garbage/trash and weed violations at 318 Chesney Blvd or face $100/day fine
• Gave DSV SPV2 LLC until Sept 26, 2020 to correct weed/vegetation violation at 13 E 8th St or face $100/day fine

City Council Tentative Millage and Budget Hearing

The Frostproof City Council met to tentatively adopt the property tax millage rate and the general budget for fiscal year 2020-2021. The agenda includes roll call votes on Resolution 2020-23 for the millage rate and Ordinance 2020-28 for the budget. The council also reminded residents that a final budget hearing is scheduled for September 22, 2020.

• Tentative adoption of millage rate for FY 2020-2021 via Resolution 2020-23
• First reading of budget for FY 2020-2021 via Ordinance 2020-28
• Reminder of Final Budget Hearing on September 22, 2020

The Frostproof City Council tentatively adopted a millage rate of 6.5530 per $1,000 for fiscal year 2020-2021, which is equal to the rolled-back rate, via Resolution 2020-23. The council also tentatively adopted the FY 2020-2021 budget on first reading via Ordinance 2020-28. Both votes passed unanimously by roll call. A final budget hearing is scheduled for September 22, 2020 at 5:05 p.m.

• Tentatively adopted millage rate of 6.5530 per $1,000 for FY 2020-21 (Resolution 2020-23), unanimous roll call vote
• Tentatively adopted FY 2020-21 budget on first reading (Ordinance 2020-28), unanimous roll call vote
• Scheduled final budget hearing for September 22, 2020 at 5:05 p.m.

Regular City Council Meeting

The Frostproof City Council will hold second readings on ordinances to amend the future land use and zoning for property at 4th St & SR17, and first readings on annexation and land-use/zoning changes for other parcels. The council will also consider a preliminary plat, a planning services agreement, an IT services RFP, water infrastructure fund reallocations, and equipment purchases.

• Ordinance 2020-22 (2nd reading) - amend future land use at 4th St & SR17
• Ordinance 2020-23 (2nd reading) - amend zoning at 4th St & SR17
• Ordinance 2020-21 (1st reading) - annex parcel on Lake Moody Rd
• Ordinance 2020-26/27 (1st reading) - amend future land use and zoning at East 9th St & Thompson Ave
• Approval of preliminary plat for 6th St & Oak Ave

The Frostproof City Council unanimously approved ordinances to change the future land use and zoning of about 2.80 acres at the southwest intersection of 4th Street and Scenic Highway (SR17) from Commercial to Industrial and from Commercial General (CG) to Light Industrial (I-1), respectively, to allow for a future window manufacturing plant. The council also approved several other items, including annexation of land on Lake Moody Rd, land-use and zoning changes for property at East 9th St & Thompson Ave, a preliminary plat for six single-family homes, and various funding reallocations and purchases. A budget discussion led to a consensus to hold another budget workshop on September 14, 2020.

• Approved Ordinance 2020-22 changing future land use of 2.80 acres at 4th St & SR17 from Commercial to Industrial (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-23 changing zoning of 2.80 acres at 4th St & SR17 from Commercial General (CG) to Light Industrial (I-1) (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-21 annexing approximately 4.50 acres on Lake Moody Rd S (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-26 with amendment to change future land use of 3.50 acres at East 9th St & Thompson Ave to Residential Medium (unanimous, Hutto abstained)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-27 changing zoning of 3.50 acres at East 9th St & Thompson Ave from Agriculture (AG) to Mixed Residential High Density (R1-D) (unanimous, Hutto abstained)
• Approved preliminary plat for 6 Oaks, six single-family lots at 6th St & Oak Ave (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 CFRPC Planning Advisory Services Agreement for FY 2020-2021 (unanimous)
• Approved reallocating $23,153.77 for Citrus Drive Water Main Loop Project (unanimous)

City Council Budget Workshop

The Frostproof City Council is holding a budget workshop to discuss the General Fund budget for fiscal year 2020/2021. This is a discussion item, not a final decision. The meeting includes public comments and standard procedural items.

• General Fund Budget Discussion for Fiscal Year 2020/2021
• Public Comments
• Call to Order and Roll Call
• Adjournment

The City Council held a budget workshop and voted to keep the millage rate at 6.9705, the same as the previous year, for the 2020/2021 fiscal year. The motion passed 4-1, with Vice Mayor Gravley dissenting. The approved rate will require $39,460 from reserves, the lowest reserve draw among the three options presented.

• Approved millage rate of 6.9705 for FY 2020/21, using $39,460 from reserves (4-1)

Special Meeting

This is a special meeting with new business items. The body will discuss the 2020 BBQ, appoint a committee chair, and address upcoming meetings. The agenda is brief and contains only these discussion items.

• Discussion on 2020 BBQ
• Appointment of Committee Chair
• Upcoming Meetings

Code Enforcement Special Magistrate

The Frostproof Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will hold hearings on Aug. 19, 2020, to address code violations at three properties. The agenda includes two imposition cases and one continuation case, with minutes from the previous hearing to be approved.

• CFP-2019-46 - Eric Tucker - 107 W 7th St.
• CFP-2020-13 - Frost Free Properties LLC - 18 E St.
• CFP-2020-6 - Octavio Rodriguez Monroy - 415 Chesney Blvd. (continuation)

City Council Budget Workshop

The City Council is holding a budget workshop to discuss the General Fund budget for Fiscal Year 2020/2021. The meeting includes a call to order, roll call, and a discussion of the budget packet. No decisions are listed on the agenda; it is a discussion-only workshop.

• General Fund Budget Discussion for Fiscal Year 2020/2021
• Budget packet attached (Aug_3__2020_Budget_Workshop.pdf)
• Meeting is a workshop, not a voting session
• Agenda published on 08/07/2020 at 9:31 AM

The City Council held a budget workshop for Fiscal Year 2020/2021 and approved $130,500 in capital expenditures, with specific reductions to several items. The proposed General Fund budget is based on the current millage rate of 6.9705 and a 3.5% cost of living increase. Some capital items were moved to the current fiscal year, while others were removed. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $130,500 in capital requests for FY 2020/21
• Reduced Safety Trailer to $2,500
• Reduced Emergency Lights to $4,000
• Reduced Pavilions to $3,000
• Reduced Beach Sand to $3,000
• Moved Fire Truck, Carry All Golf Cart, 1/2 Ton Truck, and Utility Bed Truck to current fiscal year
• Removed Cemetery Survey, Radio System, Henderson Irrigation, and Dunham Improvements

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two new business items: a final plat for B&B Landing via Resolution 2020-15, and an applicant-initiated request to change the Future Land Use from Commercial to Industrial and zoning from CG to I-1 on Scenic Highway. The meeting also includes approval of the August 3, 2020 minutes.

• B&B Landing Final Plat - Resolution 2020-15
• FLU change from COM to IND and zoning from CG to I-1 (Scenic Hwy)
• Approval of minutes from 8.3.20
• Meeting held via GoToMeeting; dial-in available

Regular City Council Meeting

The Frostproof City Council will hold second readings on six ordinances covering annexations and land-use/zoning amendments, plus first readings on two more. The council will also consider requests to vacate plats and rights-of-way, a field-use request, a lease discussion, and appointments.

• Second readings: Ordinances 2020-12, 2020-16, 2020-17, 2020-18, 2020-19, 2020-20
• First readings: Ordinances 2020-22 and 2020-23 (land use and zoning)
• Resolutions to vacate plat at W 9th St/Fir Ave and ROW on Cody Cove Rd
• Request from Outsiders Outreach to use Henderson Field monthly
• Discussion on Women's Club lease agreement with Kings Trail Church

City Council Budget Workshop

The Frostproof City Council is holding a budget workshop to discuss the General Fund budget for fiscal year 2020/2021 and to consider the preliminary millage rate. No final decisions are expected at this workshop; it is a discussion session.

• General Fund budget discussion for FY 2020/2021
• Preliminary millage rate consideration

The City Council held a budget workshop for Fiscal Year 2020/2021. Council agreed on a preliminary millage rate of 7.00, declining to roll back or greatly increase it. They also agreed on Capital Improvements from Column 4, with minor changes pending more information at the next budget meeting on August 17, 2020.

• Agreed on preliminary millage rate of 7.00 for FY 2020/2021
• Agreed on Capital Improvements from Column 4, with minor changes pending further information
• Scheduled next budget meeting for August 17, 2020

Regular City Council Meeting

The Frostproof City Council will hold first readings on four ordinances to amend future land use and zoning designations, discuss financing for a 2020 fire truck, and review residential and commercial impact fees. The council will also consider creating an audit committee, appointing a representative to the Polk Regional Water Cooperative, and approving contracts for grant services and equipment purchases. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and a public comment period.

• Discussion on financing for 2020 fire truck
• Ordinance 2020-17 and 2020-19: amend future land use (1st reading)
• Ordinance 2020-18 and 2020-20: amend zoning (1st reading)
• Residential and commercial impact fee annual reviews
• Approval to contract with Angie Brewer & Associates for grant services

The Council approved a $224,440 city loan at 1.5% interest over 7 years for a new fire truck, with Council Member True abstaining as she had not yet been sworn in. They also approved first readings of four ordinances to rezone two properties from agricultural to residential low density, and continued moratoriums on residential and commercial impact fees. The Council adopted a lien satisfaction policy, created an audit committee, and approved several contracts and purchases.

• Approved $224,440 city loan for fire truck at 1.5% for 7 years (unanimous, True abstained)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-17 first reading: 3.53 acres on 5th St W from Agriculture to Residential Low (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-18 first reading: 3.53 acres on 5th St W from AG to R-1B (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-19 first reading: 10 acres on Scenic Hwy N from Agriculture to Residential Low (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-20 first reading: 10 acres on Scenic Hwy N from AG to R-1B (unanimous)
• Continued residential impact fee moratorium (4-1, Brewer dissenting)
• Continued commercial impact fee moratorium (4-1, Brewer dissenting)
• Approved $14,500 reallocation for grant services contract with Angie Brewer & Associates (unanimous)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Frostproof City Council will hold second readings and votes on three annexation ordinances, including Whidden's Mobile Home Park, Otto Ullrich V Trust, and a partial right of way on Cody Cove Lane. They will also consider a new annexation at 1339 N Lake Reedy Blvd, adopt the annual fire assessment rate, and discuss financing for a 2020 fire apparatus. Other business includes appointments, lien releases, and approvals of contracts and invoices.

• Ordinance 2020-09: Annexation of Whidden's Mobile Home Park (2nd reading)
• Ordinance 2020-11: Amending Ordinance 2019-08 for Otto Ullrich V Trust annexation (2nd reading)
• Ordinance 2020-12: Annexation of partial right of way, Cody Cove Lane (2nd reading)
• Resolution 2020-16: Adopt annual fire assessment rate
• Approval of lien releases for 4 properties on E 8th Street

The Frostproof City Council approved three annexation ordinances (Whidden's Mobile Home Park, Otto Ullrich V Trust, and Cody Cove Lane right-of-way), appointed Tashana True to fill a vacant council seat, and re-elected Jon Albert as Mayor and Austin Gravley as Vice Mayor. The council also adopted the annual fire assessment rates for 2020-2021 and approved several financial items, including a lien release, a check request for police pension, and reallocation of funds for water treatment. A discussion on financing for a new fire apparatus was tabled.

• Approved Ordinance 2020-09 annexing Whidden's Mobile Home Park (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-11 annexing Otto Ullrich V Trust property (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-12 annexing Cody Cove Lane right-of-way (unanimous)
• Approved lien release for 4 Sebring Industrial properties at $5,240 each (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-16 for annexation of 1339 N Lake Reedy Blvd (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2020-16 setting fire assessment rates (unanimous)
• Appointed Tashana True to Council Seat #4 (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on financing for 2020 fire apparatus (unanimous)

Code Enforcement Special Magistrate

The Frostproof Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will hold hearings on six code enforcement cases, including one old business imposition and four first offenses, plus a request to rescind a prior order. The meeting is quasi-judicial; the magistrate will hear evidence and decide each case.

• CFP-2019-39 - Markenly Castor - 16 Alabama St. (imposition)
• CFP-2019-46 - Eric Tucker - 107 W 7th St. (first offense)
• CFP-2020-13 - Frost Free Properties LLC - 18 E St. (first offense)
• CFP-2020-6 - Octavio Rodriguez Monroy - 415 Chesney Blvd. (first offense)
• CE 16-09-08 - Isabel Rivera - 119 W 5th St. (request to rescind)

The Special Magistrate approved prior minutes, withdrew one case due to confusing language, and set compliance deadlines with $100-per-day fines for four property violations. One old violation was rescinded because it was filed against the wrong address. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved November 20, 2019 meeting minutes
• Withdrew CFP-2019-39 (Markenly Castor, 16 Alabama St.) due to confusing language; new case to be started
• Gave Eric Tucker until July 31 to correct violation at 107 W 7th St or face $100/day fine
• Gave Frost Free Properties LLC until July 25 to correct violation at 18 E St or face $100/day fine
• Gave Octavio Rodriguez Monroy until July 25 to correct violation at 415 Chesney Blvd or face $100/day fine
• Gave Christian Valdovinos until July 25 to correct violation at 521 Citrus Dr or face $100/day fine
• Rescinded CE 16-09-08 (Isabel Rivera, 119 W 5th St.) due to wrong address

Regular City Council Meeting

The Frostproof City Council will hold first readings on four ordinances covering annexations and land-use changes, including Whidden's Mobile Home Park and a partial right-of-way on Cody Cove Lane. The council will also discuss a beautification grant, a procurement plan, and several approvals such as a new staff position and railroad repair quotes.

• Ordinance 2020-09: Annexation of Whidden's Mobile Home Park (1st reading)
• Ordinance 2020-11: Amending Ordinance 2019-08 for Otto Ullrich V Trust annexation (1st reading)
• Ordinance 2020-12: Annexation of partial right-of-way, Cody Cove Lane (1st reading)
• Ordinance 2020-14: Land use change from Commercial/Residential Low to Industrial (1st reading)
• Approval of quotes for Wall Street railroad repair and Hwy 27 billboard wrap

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Frostproof Planning & Zoning Commission will consider three items: two future land-use amendments and one preliminary plat request. One amendment would change land use from commercial and low-density residential to industrial, and another would change land use to recreation. The plat request is for a property owned by B and B Assets on 9th Street.

• Applicant request to amend Future Land Use from COM & LDR to IND (Ordinance 2020-14)
• Applicant request to plat B and B Assets property on 9th Street
• City request to amend Future Land Use to Recreation (Ordinance 2020-13)

City Council Budget Workshop

The Frostproof City Council is holding a budget workshop to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2020/2021 budget, focusing on the Enterprise Fund. Discussions will cover capital improvements, personnel costs, and the overall proposed budget. This is a workshop, so no final decisions are expected; it is a discussion of the budget.

• Enterprise Fund budget discussion for FY 2020/2021
• Capital improvements plan review
• Personnel costs review
• Proposed budget review

Regular City Council Meeting

The Frostproof City Council approved several key items, including a new fire apparatus purchase with financing, a 3% garbage rate increase, and a one-time reservoir lining contract. They also approved a lease agreement for the Little House, an initial fire services assessment resolution, and a capital financing plan for the effluent disposal system. The council voted to resume utility cutoffs and penalties with the next billing cycle, and approved a partial lien release and other administrative items.

• Approved Ordinance 2020-08 allowing barber and beautician home occupations (4-0)
• Approved Little House lease agreement (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2020-13 setting fire services assessment rates (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2020-14 for 3% garbage rate increase (3-1)
• Approved loan up to $250,000 for new fire apparatus (4-0)
• Approved capital financing plan for effluent disposal system (4-0)
• Approved resuming utility cutoffs and penalties with next billing cycle (3-1)
• Approved Taylor's Industrial Coatings bid for water tank lining at $45,609.25 (4-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Frostproof City Council will hold the first reading of an ordinance amending the Land Development Code regarding home occupations, and consider a resolution adopting a wastewater effluent disposal capacity expansion facility plan. The council will also vote on contracts for water use permit services and water system modeling, and a data-sharing agreement with the Polk County Property Appraiser. A discussion on July 4th/Lake Day and Labor Day street dance events is also scheduled.

• Ordinance 2020-08 - Amending Land Development Code (Home Occupations) - First Reading
• Resolution 2020-12 - Adoption of Wastewater Effluent Disposal Capacity Expansion Facility Plan
• Approval of CivilSurv Proposal P842 for 10 Year Water Use Permit
• Approval of CivilSurv Invoice 6226 for Water System Modeling
• Approval of Data Sharing and Usage Agreement with Marsha M. Faux, Polk County Property Appraiser

The Frostproof City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 2020-08 on first reading, amending the Unified Land Development Code to allow licensed barbers and beauticians as home occupations. The council also approved Resolution 2020-12 adopting a wastewater effluent disposal capacity expansion facility plan, and approved a $10,375 invoice from CivilSurv for water system modeling. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved Ordinance 2020-08 allowing barber/beautician home occupations (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2020-12 for wastewater effluent disposal capacity expansion plan (5-0)
• Approved CivilSurv proposal P842 for 10-year Water Use Permit (5-0)
• Approved CivilSurv invoice 6226 for $10,375 for water system modeling (5-0)
• Approved Data Sharing Agreement with Polk County Property Appraiser for fire assessment (5-0)
• Approved May 18, 2020 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Consensus to cancel July 4th/Lake Day event and roll over $4,800 to next year's budget
• Consensus to allow fireworks for June 8th Project Graduation celebration at Henderson field

Regular City Council Meeting

The Frostproof City Council unanimously approved five ordinances rezoning and changing future land use for three parcels to allow residential development, and approved a resolution for an FDOT road maintenance agreement. Council also decided to reopen parks and City Hall, reduce a code enforcement lien, and approve several financial items.

• Approved Ordinance 2020-03 rezoning 1216 S Scenic Hwy to R1-A (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-04 changing future land use at Fir Ave & 9th St to Residential Low (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-05 rezoning Fir Ave & 9th St parcel to R1-B (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-06 changing future land use at 6th St & Oak Ave to Residential Low (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-07 rezoning 6th St & Oak Ave parcel to R1-B (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2020-10 FDOT maintenance agreement for SR-17 (5-0)
• Reduced code enforcement lien on 31 Graner Dr to $750, due 30 days after probate (5-0)
• Denied sewer charge reduction for 840 Ulmer Rd; bill stands (4-1)

City Council Workshop

The Frostproof City Council is holding a workshop to discuss a Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) grant for expanding the city's effluent disposal capacity. Consultants presented project alternatives, including expanding existing rapid infiltration basins, adding a sprayfield, or adding a public access reuse system. No decisions are being made at this workshop; it is a required informational session.

• DEO grant workshop for effluent disposal capacity expansion
• Alternatives: expand/re-rate rapid infiltration basins (RIBs), add sprayfield, or add public access reuse (PAR) system
• Presented by Jamison T (Kimley Horn) and Jennifer Codo-Salisbury (Central Florida Regional Planning Council)
• Preliminary designs and presentation attached to agenda

The City Council held a required workshop for a Florida DEO grant to expand effluent disposal capacity. No decisions were made; the workshop covered existing systems, projected demands, and alternatives including expanding/re-rating rapid infiltration basins, adding a sprayfield, or a public access reuse system. The meeting was informational only and adjourned at 5:32 p.m.

• Held DEO grant workshop on effluent disposal capacity expansion (no vote)
• Reviewed project alternatives: RIB expansion/re-rating, sprayfield, PAR system (no action)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Frostproof City Council is scheduled to vote on amending the employee pension contribution rate from 1% to up to 10% and suspending utility late fees and water cut-offs for 60 days due to COVID-19. The meeting includes first readings for three land-use amendments converting agricultural or unassigned parcels to residential zoning. Additionally, the Council will review contracts for water main design, wastewater treatment, and biosolids hauling, as well as the election of a new Mayor and Vice Mayor.

• Ordinance 2020-04A: Second reading to amend employee pension contribution rate from 1% to not more than 10%.
• Resolution 2020-09: Suspends utility late fees and water cut-offs for 60 days in response to COVID-19.
• Ordinance 2020-03: First reading to rezone 6.84 acres at 1216 South Scenic Hwy from Unassigned to Residential R1-A.
• Ordinance 2020-04 & 2020-05: First readings to rezone 3.96 acres at Fir Avenue and 9th Street from Agriculture to Residential R1-B.
• Approval of CivilSurv Invoice #6124 for $17,640 for Water System Modeling services.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Frostproof Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on three applicant-initiated requests to rezone parcels for residential use. The commission will consider amending the zoning map for one parcel and both the future land use and zoning maps for two others. Public comments will be accepted before adjournment.

• Rezone 6.84 acres at 1216 South Scenic Hwy from unassigned to R-1A Single Family, Estate
• Rezone 1.76 acres north of 6th Street West, west of Oak Avenue South from AG to Residential Low and R-1B
• Rezone 3.96 acres north of 9th Street West, between Fir Avenue South and Palmetto Avenue from AG to Residential Low and R-1B

City Council Special Meeting

The Frostproof City Council held a special meeting to decide on a vendor for repairing the Hwy 27 billboard and to request additional funds for demolition work. Staff requested an extra $1,800 to complete the demolition of a dilapidated structure at 60 Blackjack Ave, as the current budget is insufficient. The council also reviewed follow-up actions regarding business closures related to COVID-19.

• Request for $1,800 additional funds to demolish structure at 60 Blackjack Ave
• Decision needed between Dr. Billboard and Wildmon Construction for Hwy 27 billboard repair
• Follow-up discussion on potential further closures due to COVID-19

City Council Special Meeting

The Frostproof City Council is holding a special meeting with a single substantive item: a discussion of COVID-19. The agenda contains no other business items, and the meeting will be conducted virtually due to the pandemic.

• COVID-19 discussion

Regular City Council Meeting

The Frostproof City Council unanimously approved two ordinances changing the future land use and zoning of three annexed parcels (about 8.39 acres) on the north side of Cody Villa Road from Agriculture/Unassigned to Residential Low and Planned Unit Development (PUD). The council also approved a resolution supporting a Brightline-Virgin Trains rail stop in Polk County, a $18,500 pavement management agreement with CPWG Engineering, a $82,393.25 sewer line invoice, and two partial lien releases. A billboard discussion was tabled.

• Approved Ordinance 2020-01, changing future land use of 3 parcels (8.39 acres) on Cody Villa Road from Agriculture to Residential Low (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-02, changing zoning of 3 parcels on Cody Villa Road from Unassigned to Planned Unit Development (5-0)
• Tabled Hwy 27 billboard discussion after receiving quotes up to $8,802 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2020-06 supporting Brightline-Virgin Trains stop at I-4 and Hwy 27 (4-0)
• Approved $18,500 agreement with CPWG Engineering for 5-year pavement management plan (4-0)
• Approved $82,393.25 invoice to Killebrew, Inc. for Ulmer Road Sewer Line project (4-0)
• Approved two partial lien releases for $500 each on properties in Alturas and Dundee (4-0)
• Consensus to hire temporary clerical help at City Hall

Regular City Council Meeting

The Frostproof City Council will consider two ordinances: one amending the employee contribution rate for the general employees' pension plan, and another establishing a city procurement policy. The council will also vote on approving a $34,170 water and wastewater rate study, a request for proposals for water storage tank maintenance, a circus event request, and two SUEZ invoices totaling $22,173.40 for annual water tank maintenance.

• Ordinance 2020-04: Amends employee contribution rate to pension plan, following a unanimous vote to change the maximum from 1% to 10%.
• Ordinance 2020-05: Establishes a procurement policy for the City.
• Approval of Water and Wastewater System Rate Study by CivilSurv at a cost of $34,170.
• Request for Proposal for Full Service Maintenance Program for Water Storage Tanks, with bid deadline April 20, 2020.
• Request from Zerbini Family Circus to use the lot between City Hall and the Post Office on October 28, 2020, with a $300 fee.

The Frostproof City Council approved Ordinance 2020-04, raising the maximum employee pension contribution from 1% to 10%, and approved a $34,170 water/wastewater rate study. They also approved the Zerbini Family Circus's October 28 event for a $300 fee and two SUEZ water tank maintenance invoices totaling $22,173.40. A procurement policy ordinance was discussed but not adopted; a workshop was scheduled for March 16. The water storage tank maintenance RFP was tabled.

• Approved Ordinance 2020-04, amending employee pension contribution rate up to 10% (5-0)
• Approved $34,170 Water and Wastewater System Rate Study with CivilSurv (5-0)
• Approved Zerbini Family Circus request to use lot between City Hall and Post Office on Oct 28, 2020 for $300 fee (5-0)
• Approved SUEZ invoices #499875 ($10,986.18) and #499876 ($11,187.22) for water tank maintenance (5-0)
• Tabled RFP for full service maintenance program for water storage tanks
• Scheduled workshop for March 16 at 3 p.m. to review procurement policy prior to adoption

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Frostproof Planning & Zoning Commission will consider an applicant-initiated request to amend the Future Land Use and zoning maps for three parcels totaling approximately 8.39 acres. The proposal changes the land use from City Agriculture to City Residential Low and the zoning from City Unassigned to City Planned Unit Development (PUD). The Commission will vote on whether to recommend approval, approval with changes, or denial to the City Council.

• Future Land Use Map Amendment for ±8.39 acres on the north side of Cody Villa Road between Wes Mann Road and Minute Maid Road
• Rezoning from City Unassigned to City Planned Unit Development (PUD)
• Change in Future Land Use from City Agriculture to City Residential Low
• Ordinance 2020-01: Future Land Use Map Amendment vote
• Ordinance 2020-02: Rezoning vote

Regular City Council Meeting

The Frostproof City Council will vote on paying two invoices for sewer and effluent projects, consider reducing a code enforcement lien, and discuss billboard artwork. They will also decide on disposing of outdated lab equipment and hear reports from staff and the sheriff's office.

• Pay Kimley Horn $15,925 for Effluent Disposal Capacity Expansion (invoice #15526250)
• Pay Killebrew, Inc. $49,662 for Ulmer Road Sewer Line (invoice #20-095)
• Reduce code enforcement lien on 812 N. Palm Ave from $5,600 to $500
• Discuss artwork for Hwy 27 billboard
• Dispose of wastewater lab equipment and mechanical convection oven

The Frostproof City Council approved two vendor invoices totaling $65,587 for the Effluent Disposal Capacity Expansion and Ulmer Road Sewer Line projects, both by unanimous 4-0 roll call votes. The council also reduced a code enforcement lien on 812 N. Palm Ave. from $5,600 to $250, with payment due within 30 days, and approved disposal of outdated wastewater lab equipment. No public comments were made, and the meeting was adjourned at 6:43 p.m.

• Approved Kimley Horn invoice #15526250 for $15,925 for Effluent Disposal Capacity Expansion (4-0)
• Approved Killebrew invoice #20-095 for $49,662 for Ulmer Road Sewer Line project (4-0)
• Reduced code enforcement lien on 812 N. Palm Ave. from $5,600 to $250, payment due in 30 days (4-0)
• Approved disposal of Wastewater Lab Equipment and Mechanical Convection Oven (4-0)
• Directed Native Imagery to provide 3 more billboard artwork options for Hwy 27
• Ended search for City Manager, supporting Interim City Manager McDowell for the position

Regular City Council Meeting

The Frostproof City Council will consider resolutions to close streets for the Orange Blossom Festival and Rotary 5K, both on February 15, 2020. They will also discuss the Florida Retirement System, approve an audit contract, and handle several appointments and payments.

• Resolution 2020-01 to close Wall Street from Magnolia Avenue to Orange Street for the Orange Blossom Festival
• Street closures for the Frostproof Rotary 5K Run/Walk on February 15
• Discussion on joining Florida Retirement System, costing just under $50,000 annually
• Audit services contract with Baylis & Company PA, not to exceed $31,000
• Payment of $32,002.88 for Police Pension employer contribution

Regular City Council Meeting

The Frostproof City Council will consider reducing a code enforcement lien on 401 Clinch Lake Blvd from over $300,000 to $3,500, as the owner's daughter has offered to pay that amount to stop foreclosure. They will also discuss stormwater charges, Polk County Day attendance, and approve several contracts and purchases, including a fire assessment maintenance agreement and a Toughbook laptop.

• Reduce lien on 401 Clinch Lake Blvd to $3,500 (case #15-07-63)
• Approve 3-year fire assessment maintenance contract with GSG, $3,750/year
• Approve $2,000 payment to Cook Manufacturing for BBQ trophies
• Purchase Toughbook laptop/tablet for $3,532.11
• Approve Elite Lawn & Landscaping quote for $1,150 for Well #6 cleanup