Milton public meetings in 2023
106 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Historic Preservation Board
The Board will review a Certificate of Appropriateness for 5118 Escambia St. and discuss the residential Historic Excellence Sign. The agenda also includes updates on the Historical Marker Program, the Hwy 90/Courthouse design phase, and the historic information website.
- COA - 5118 Escambia St.
- Historic Excellence Sign - Residential
- Historical Marker Program Update
- Design Phase of Hwy 90 / Courthouse Update
- Website Historic Info. Update
City Council
The City Council will conduct first readings for multiple ordinances regarding local historic resources, transparency standards, and appointment policies. The agenda also includes discussions on utility services, pension adjustments, and a TASER purchase.
- First reading of Ordinance 1994-23 regarding Local Historic Resource addition to UDC
- First reading of Ordinance 1995-23 regarding Residential Transparency Standards
- Resolution 1586-23 concerning Pension Adjustments
- Resolution 1588-23 regarding retention of additional counsel for City Utility Services
- Discussion of TASER purchase
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Council
The Community Redevelopment Agency will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from the November 7, 2023, meeting and review financial reports. No new projects or ordinances are listed for discussion.
- Approval of November 7, 2023, meeting minutes
- Review of CRA Financial Reports
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will review various departmental reports, including upcoming city events and engineering negotiations for Locklin Lake. The meeting also includes discussions on city council scheduling, procedural rules, and candidate interviews for Ward 4.
- TASER purchase (Item # 2023-2095)
- Negotiation for RFP 2023.10 Engineer Services for Locklin Lake
- MLK Day Parade and Block Celebration planning
- Milton Mardi Gras Parade and Party planning
- Ward 4 City Council candidate interviews for Kathy Ellis and Shari Sebastiao
Sundial Utilities Inc.
The meeting includes the approval of minutes from the October 30, 2023, meeting and a presentation of the Sundial financial report. No specific ordinances or resolutions are detailed in the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from October 30, 2023 meeting
- Sundial Financial Report
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Community Improvement Board
The board will discuss upcoming 2024 Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) projects. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the Whittle Property Art Project and Willing Street Concepts.
- 2024 CRA Projects
- Whittle Property Art Project
- Willing Street Concepts
Board of Adjustments
The Board of Adjustment will review two variance requests and one special exception request. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the October 30, 2023, meeting.
- Variance request for 5088 Mary St.
- Variance request for corner of Harvell and Stewart St.
- Special Exception request for Washington St.
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop to review various departmental reports and updates. One specific item for discussion involves the organizational structure for City Council meetings.
- Discussion of Item # 2023-2079 regarding organizational structure for City Council meetings
- Reports from various boards including Planning, Parks & Recreation, and Board of Adjustments
Planning Board
The Planning Board will conduct a regular meeting including an economic development update and a planning department update. The agenda also includes the annual election of the Chairman and Vice Chairman.
- Annual election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
- Review of 6.2 - E(1) Residential Transparency Standards
- Approval of minutes from September 19, 2023 meeting
Historic Preservation Board
The Board will review a presentation on the Residential Facade Program and historic property tax exemptions. Members will also receive updates on the Historical Marker Program and the Hwy 90/Courthouse design phase.
- Presentation on Historic Property Tax Exemption / Residential Facade Program
- Discussion of Historic Excellence Sign - Commercial
- Update on Historical Marker Program
- Design Phase Update for Hwy 90 / Courthouse
- Approval of September 14, 2023 meeting minutes
City Council
The Community Redevelopment Agency will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from the October 10, 2023, meeting. The agency will also review CRA financial reports.
- Approval of October 10, 2023, meeting minutes
- Review of CRA financial reports
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider a second reading for an ordinance regarding the RMD Pension and a rezoning of 11.5 acres on Vanity Fair Rd. The agenda includes bid openings for an executive search firm and wastewater treatment plant services, as well as a land purchase off Jeff Ates Rd.
- Proposed rezoning of 11.5 acres on Vanity Fair Rd (Ordinance No. 1993-23)
- Bid opening for City of Milton Executive Search Firm (RFP 2023.17)
- Bid opening for Engineer Services Decommission of Wastewater Treatment Plant (RFP 2023.08)
- Purchase of land off of Jeff Ates Rd
- Second reading of Ordinance No. 1990-23 regarding RMD Pension
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will review various city updates, including bid openings for engineering services and a proposed land purchase off Jeff Ates Rd. The meeting also includes discussions on public safety topics and local event coordination.
- Bid opening for City Manager executive search firm (RFP 2023.17)
- Negotiation for engineering services for Locklin Lake (RFP 2023.10)
- Bid opening for wastewater treatment plant decommissioning engineer services (RFP 2023.08)
- Proposed purchase of land off Jeff Ates Rd
- Proposed addition to UDC Sections 11.4 & 11.5 regarding local historic resources
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Sundial Utilities Inc.
The meeting includes a review of the Sundial Financial Report and the approval of minutes from October 2, 2023. The board will also consider a piggyback Sheriff's contract for a trailer mounted pumpset.
- Approval of October 2, 2023, meeting minutes
- Review of Sundial Financial Report
- Piggyback Sheriff's Contract for Trailer Mounted Pumpset
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Adjustments
The Milton Planning Board will meet on October 30, 2023, to review new business regarding property variances. The board will also approve minutes from the August 28, 2023, meeting.
- Variance Request for 6766 North Ave.
- Variance Request for 6193 Pomeral Summit St.
- Approval of minutes from August 28, 2023
Community Improvement Board
The board will discuss Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) updates, zoning, and 2024 budget project ideas. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the city website presence and new sidewalks.
- Review of CIB Ordinance and Attendance Requirements
- CRA 2024 Budget Project Ideas
- Whittle Property Art Project
- Willing Street discussion
- New Sidewalks discussion
City Council
The City Council will review several items including bid openings for engineering services and a potential land purchase off Jeff Ates Rd. The meeting also includes updates on the wastewater treatment plant and discussions regarding city staff contracts.
- Bid opening for RFP 2023.17 City of Milton Executive Search Firm (City Manager)
- Negotiation for RFP 2023.10 Engineer Services for Locklin Lake
- Bid opening for RFP 2023.08 Engineer Services Decommission of Wastewater Treatment Plant
- Purchase of land off of Jeff Ates Rd
- Proposed addition to UDC Sections 11.4 & 11.5 regarding Local Historic Resource
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council will approve minutes and review financial reports, with a focus on an introductory session about Tax Increment Financing (TIF).
- Approval of September 12 meeting minutes
- Financial report presentation
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Sundial Utilities Inc.
The meeting includes a review of the financial report and approval of minutes from the September 5, 2023, meeting. No specific ordinances or resolutions are detailed in the provided agenda.
- Approval of minutes from September 5, 2023 meeting
- Sundial Financial Report
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will review several items including a proposed rezoning on Vanity Fair Rd. and the purchase of the Webster Property on Richardson St. The meeting also includes discussions regarding IT pay increases for City Clerk duties and various public works projects.
- Proposed rezoning of 11.5 acres on Vanity Fair Rd.
- Purchase of the Webster Property on Richardson St.
- Ordinance #1990-23 regarding RMD Pension
- Emergency purchase of pipe bursting project for Park Avenue
- Recommended pay increase for IT - City Clerk duties
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Community Improvement Board
The Community Improvement Board will meet to discuss TIF 101 and conduct a brainstorming session for CRA 1 FY 2024 projects.
- Discussion of TIF 101
- CRA 1 FY 2024 Project Brainstorming
City Council
The City Council is holding a special called meeting to finalize the fiscal year 2024 budget. The council will also consider Resolution No. 1578-23 regarding final millage rates for the upcoming year.
- Resolution No. 1578-23: Final Millage FY24
- Resolution No. 1579-23: Final Budget FY24
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review several public works projects, including a pipe bursting project on Park Avenue and a property purchase on Richardson St. The body will also discuss a proposed rezoning of 11.5 acres on Vanity Fair Rd and a search firm for a City Manager.
- Proposed rezoning of 11.5 acres on Vanity Fair Rd
- Purchase of the Webster Property on Richardson St
- Emergency Purchase of Pipe Bursting Project for Park Avenue
- Bid Opening for RFP 2023.17 City of Milton Executive Search Firm (City Manager)
- Ordinance #1990-23 RMD Pension
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Board
The Milton Planning Board will meet to discuss new and old business. The primary item for consideration is a rezoning request for Vanity Fair Rd.
- Vanity Fair Rd. Rezoning (Item # 2023-1894)
Historic Preservation Board
The Historic Preservation Board is meeting to review updates on historical markers and district notifications. The board will also discuss the design phase of the Hwy 90 / Courthouse update.
- Historic Excellence Sign Update
- Berryhill School Historic Marker
- Historic District Notification Letter
- Historical Marker Program Update
- Design Phase of Hwy 90 / Courthouse Update
City Council
The Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to approve previous minutes and review a financial report. The agenda contains no new proposals or legislative decisions.
- Approval of August 8, 2023 meeting minutes
- CRA Financial Report
The Community Redevelopment Agency approved the financial report and the minutes from the August 8, 2023 meeting. No other substantive business was conducted.
- Approved August 8, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)
- Approved CRA Financial Report (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider a development opportunity for the downtown waterfront marina and a new schedule of fees for FY 2024. The meeting includes discussions on wage rates, police pension COLA increases, and updates to the Unified Development Code.
- RFP 2023-16 Milton Downtown Waterfront Marina, Residential & Mixed Use Development Opportunity
- Resolution 1575-23 Schedule of Fees for FY 2024
- Ordinance # 1991-23 Wage Rates (1st Reading)
- Milton Police Department Pension COLA Increase
- Bid Opening for ITB 2023.13 Sportsplex Basketball Courts
The council approved the employment contract for city‑manager candidate Scott Collins, authorizing the city attorney to make non‑material amendments (8‑0). It also approved a $762,009.68 award to Panhandle Grading & Paving for the Sportsplex basketball courts project (8‑0). Pay increases for the interim city manager and city clerks were approved (8‑0). Additional actions included approving a former clerk’s severance, a FDEP‑required bore addition, and a $4,000 business façade improvement grant.
- Approved Scott Collins employment contract (8-0)
- Approved $762,009.68 award to Panhandle Grading & Paving for Sportsplex basketball courts (8-0)
- Approved pay increases for interim city manager and city clerks (8-0)
- Approved former City Clerk severance of $2,225.68 (6-2)
- Approved additional 29 bores required by FDEP (8-0)
- Approved $4,000 Business Facade Improvement Grant for Cassandra Sharp (7-1)
- Approved Resolution 1576-23 Capital Improvements Program (8-0, abstain Heather Lindsay)
- Approved Ordinance #1991-23 Wage Rates 1st Reading (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct public hearings regarding the city's finances. The body will discuss the tentative budget and millage rate for the 2023/2024 fiscal year.
- Public hearing for Tentative Millage Rate for FY 2023/2024 (Item # 2023-1855)
- Public hearing for Tentative Budget for FY 2023/2024 (Item # 2023-1856)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will discuss a development opportunity for the downtown waterfront marina and review business and residential grant programs. The meeting includes bid openings for basketball courts and force main interconnect materials, as well as a police pension COLA increase.
- RFP 2023-16 Milton Downtown Waterfront Marina, Residential & Mixed Use Development Opportunity
- Bid opening for ITB 2023.13 Sportsplex Basketball Courts
- Bid opening for ITB 2023.15 Milton Force Main Interconnect Materials
- Milton Police Department Pension COLA Increase
- Review of City of Milton Business Improvement and Residential Facade Grant Programs
The Executive Committee approved several community events, infrastructure bid openings, and grant program reviews. The committee also voted to pay a former City Clerk's comp time contingent on a signed waiver and approved a COLA increase for the police pension.
- Approved 7 city events including Oktoberfest 2023 and Blackwater Bash (7-0)
- Approved Unified Development Code update (7-0)
- Approved renewal contract with Liberty Partners (7-0)
- Approved payment of former City Clerk comp time via signed waiver (5-2)
- Approved 29 additional bores required by FDEP (5-2)
- Approved bid openings for Sportsplex Basketball Courts and Force Main Interconnect Materials (7-0)
- Approved Business Improvement and Residential Facade Grant Program reviews (7-0)
- Approved Milton Police Department Pension COLA increase (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 5 divided votes
Sundial Utilities Inc.
The board is meeting to approve previous minutes and review a financial report. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.
- Approval of July 31, 2023 meeting minutes
- Review of Financial Report (Item # 2023-1854)
The board approved the minutes from the July 31, 2023 meeting and accepted the financial report. No ordinances, resolutions, or other business were addressed.
- Approved July 31, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved financial report (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Adjustments
The Milton Planning Board is meeting to review new and old business. The primary item for decision is a special exception request for a property on Stewart Street.
- Special Exception request for 5360 Stewart Street
Community Improvement Board
The board is meeting to discuss grant programs for business and residential facades. The agenda also includes reviews of the Unified Development Code and city infrastructure plans.
- Business Improvement Grant Program
- Residential Facade Grant Program
- Unified Development Code Sections 11.4 and 11.5
- CRA Update: Sidewalks, Trees, & Landscaping
- Riverfront Master Plan
City Council
The City Council will review several community event requests and city grant programs. The meeting includes discussions on a pension COLA increase for the Milton Police Department and a contract renewal with Liberty Partners.
- Milton Police Department Pension COLA Increase
- Renewal Contract with Liberty Partners
- City of Milton Business Improvement Grant Program review
- Residential Facade Grant Program review
- Unified Development Code Update
The City Council approved a 1% increase for the Milton Police Department Pension COLA and established a Business Improvement Grant Program limited to one recipient per cycle. The council also approved several community events and a renewal contract with Liberty Partners.
- Approved 1% Milton Police Department Pension COLA increase (7-0)
- Approved Business Improvement Grant Program for one business/tenant/owner per cycle (5-2)
- Approved opting out of sections 11.4 and 11.5 of the Unified Development Code (7-0)
- Approved renewal contract with Liberty Partners (7-0)
- Approved 4-minute limit for public speaking per agenda item and 3 minutes for general public input (7-0)
- Approved contribution request for Pensacola Perdido Bay Estuary Program (7-0)
- Approved multiple events including Oktoberfest 2023, Blackwater Bash, and Milton Community Market (7-0)
- Approved moving former City Clerk comp time item to the Executive Committee (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Historic Preservation Board
The board is meeting to discuss the application process and notification packets for the Historic District. Members will also review residential signage and historical marker programs.
- Historic District (Notification) Packet discussion
- Application Process discussion
- Residential Facade Grant Program Tax Exemption discussion
- Berryhill School Historic Marker discussion
- Hwy 90/Courthouse Update design phase
City Council
The Community Redevelopment Agency will review financial reports and approve previous meeting minutes. The body will also address an appeal of a Historic Preservation Board decision regarding 6825 Oak Street.
- Appeal of HPB decision for 6825 Oak Street
- Review of CRA Financial Reports
The meeting included the approval of minutes from July 11, 2023, and a review of CRA financial reports. An appeal of a Historic Preservation Board decision regarding 6825 Oak Street was reported to the Council.
- Approved minutes from July 11, 2023 meeting
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss a second reading for the extension of territorial limits. The body will also review a consent agenda featuring special event permits and equipment purchases.
- Second reading of Extension of Territorial Limits (Item # 2023-1671)
- Special Event Permits for Coming Clean 5k and MHS Homecoming Parade
- Water & Gas Meter Reading Equipment (Item # 2023-1699)
- Carpenters Park Floating Kayak Assemble/Install (Item # 2023-1764)
- Speed Measurement Instructor Training (Item # 2023-1685)
The City Council voted to terminate Dawn Molinero and designated Heidi Sroka as the Interim City Clerk. The Council also approved an extension of territorial limits and allocated $100,000 to a Transportation Planning Organization project.
- Approved termination of Dawn Molinero (5-3)
- Designated Heidi Sroka as Interim City Clerk (7-0)
- Approved extension of territorial limits on second reading (8-0)
- Approved $100,000 in funds for Transportation Planning Organization project (7-0)
- Approved Carpenters Park Floating Kayak Assemble/Install (8-0)
- Approved General Consent Agenda including water/gas meter equipment and board vacancies (8-0)
- Approved July 11, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will review several city administrative items, including a search firm for a new City Manager. The body will also discuss grant program reviews and equipment for water and gas meters.
- RFP 2023.17 for City of Milton Executive Search Firm (City Manager)
- Review of City of Milton Business Improvement Grant Program
- Review of Residential Facade Grant Program
- Water & Gas Meter Reading Equipment
- Speed Measurement Instructor Training
The Executive Committee approved the RFP for a City Manager executive search firm and set a schedule for August and September. The committee also approved several local events, public works equipment, and updates to the LEAP membership process.
- Approved RFP for City Manager executive search firm (8-0)
- Approved dates of Aug 3, Aug 28, Aug 30, and Sept 6 for City Manager search (8-0)
- Denied adding a Councilmember to the City Manager review process (2-6)
- Approved SEPA - Coming Clean 5k (8-0)
- Approved SEPA - MHS Homecoming Parade (8-0)
- Approved adding criminal history and sexual offender checks to LEAP application (8-0)
- Approved water and gas meter reading equipment (8-0)
- Approved speed measurement instructor training (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Sundial Utilities Inc.
The board will meet to approve minutes from the July 3, 2023 meeting and review a financial report. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.
- Approval of July 3, 2023 meeting minutes
- Sundial Financial Report
The board approved the minutes from the July 3, 2023 meeting and the Sundial Financial Report. No other substantive business was conducted during the meeting.
- Approved July 3, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)
- Approved Sundial Financial Report (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Adjustments
The Milton Planning Board will meet to conduct regular business and review a variance request. The board will also approve minutes from the May 15, 2023 meeting.
- Variance request for 6632 Cedar Street
City Council
The City Council is convening for a special called meeting. The agenda includes discussions on material to personnel and council discretion.
- Item # 2023-1738: Material to Personnel
- Item # 2023-1739: Council Discretion
Planning Board
The LEAP Committee is meeting to discuss its vision and mission statements and Student Appreciation Day. The body will also review updates regarding a dedication for Mrs. Adams and the member application process.
- Discussion of LEAP Committee Vision and Mission Statements (Item # 2023-1708)
- Discussion of Student Appreciation Day (Item # 2023-1709)
- Update on Mrs. Adams Dedication (Item # 2023-1710)
- Update on New Member Application Process (Item # 2023-1711)
City Council
This meeting is a special called session consisting of procedural items. The agenda includes attorney communications and public input.
City Council
The City Council is meeting to discuss an expenditure authorization for a cultural/historical assessment and soil boring. This work relates to an effluent disposal site.
- Expenditure Authorization Item # 2023-1707 for Cultural/Historical Assessment/Soil Boring for Effluent Disposal Site
The City Council approved an expenditure authorization for a cultural/historical assessment and soil boring for an effluent disposal site. Public input was provided by several individuals and a statement from Save the Blackwater River.
- Approved expenditure authorization for Cultural/Historical Assessment/Soil Boring for Effluent Disposal Site (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council is meeting to receive a presentation on the FY 24 Budget. The session includes a period for public input.
- FY 24 Budget Presentation
City Council
The City Council will discuss a request for proposals for engineering services for Broad St., Quinn St., and Okaloosa St. The body will also consider rejecting and rebidding the Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant conversion to liquid chlorine.
- RFP for Engineering Services - CDBG Broad St., Quinn St., and Okaloosa St.
- Reject and Rebid 2023.14 Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant Conversion to Liquid Chlorine
- Review of the City of Milton Business Improvement Grant Program
- Residential Facade Grant Program Review
- Water & Gas Meter Reading Equipment
The City Council approved a business improvement grant program and a residential facade grant program. The council also authorized moving forward with a recruitment RFP and approved engineering services for three streets. Additionally, the council voted to reject and rebid a water and wastewater treatment plant conversion project.
- Approved Coming Clean 5k event (7-0)
- Approved MHS Homecoming Parade (7-0)
- Approved moving recruitment RFP forward for review (7-0)
- Approved Mrs. Adams Dedication (6-0)
- Approved RFP for Engineering Services for Broad St., Quinn St., and Okaloosa St. (6-0)
- Approved rejecting and rebidding Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant Conversion to Liquid Chlorine (6-0)
- Approved Business Improvement Grant Program review (6-0)
- Approved Residential Facade Grant Program review (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Planning Board
The Milton Planning Board will meet to review updates to the Unified Development Code (UDC). The board will also discuss the design phase of the Hwy 90/Caroline St. update.
- UDC Update (Item # 2023-1697)
- Design Phase of Hwy 90/Caroline St. Update (Item # 2023-1698)
Historic Preservation Board
The Historic Preservation Board is meeting to review a specific property application and discuss administrative processes. The body will also address historical markers and grant program tax exemptions.
- Certificate of Appropriateness for 6825 Oak Street
- Residential Facade Grant Program Tax Exemption discussion
- Berryhill School Historic Marker discussion
- Design Phase of Hwy 90/Courthouse Update
- Historic Excellence Sign - Commercial
City Council
The Community Redevelopment Agency will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review a financial report. The agenda contains no other substantive decision items.
- Approval of June 13, 2023 meeting minutes
- CRA Financial Report
City Council
The City Council will review the millage rate for Fiscal Year 2024 and conduct an interview with Mr. Scott Collins for City Manager. The body is also considering an annexation petition and a development opportunity for the downtown waterfront marina.
- Fiscal Year 2024 Millage Rate (Item # 2023-1626)
- Munson Highway Annexation Petition (Item # 2023-1603)
- RFP for Milton Downtown Waterfront Marina, Residential & Mixed-Use Development (Item # 2023-1614)
- Fire Assessment Resolution #1572-23 (Item # 2023-1615)
- Bid openings for engineering services at Russell Harber Park and Locklin Lake
The City Council voted to enter contract negotiations with Scott Collins for the City Manager position. Other key actions included maintaining the current millage rate and approving a waterfront development RFP.
- Approved contract negotiations with Scott Collins for City Manager (8-0)
- Voted to maintain current Fiscal Year 2024 millage rate (8-0)
- Approved engaging First Line Coastal for Locklin Lake engineering services (8-0)
- Approved Munson Highway Annexation Petition (8-0)
- Approved RFP for Milton Downtown Waterfront Marina Residential & Mixed-Use Development (6-2)
- Approved Fire Assessment Resolution #1572-23 (8-0)
- Approved Utility System Revenue Note, Second Reading (8-0)
- Approved Extension of Territorial Limits, First Reading (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will review the Fiscal Year 2024 millage rate and a petition for annexation on Munson Highway. The body will also consider bid openings for engineering services and a development opportunity for the downtown waterfront marina.
- Fiscal Year 2024 Millage Rate (Item # 2023-1626)
- Munson Highway Annexation Petition (Item # 2023-1603)
- RFP for Milton Downtown Waterfront Marina, Residential & Mixed-Use Development
- Bid openings for engineering services at Locklin Lake and Russell Harber Park Dock
- Overbrook Drive garbage pickup and vehicle parking (Item # 2023-1605)
The Executive Committee approved a highway annexation petition and a request for proposals for a downtown waterfront development. Travel requests for staff and a dock repair project were also approved, while a business improvement program request was denied.
- Approved Munson Highway Annexation Petition (6-1)
- Approved RFP for Milton Downtown Waterfront Marina, Residential & Mixed-Use Development Opportunity (6-1)
- Denied FY 2023 Business Improvement Program Cycle 6 - CD Properties (Old Post Office) (4-5)
- Approved bid for 2023.11 RFP - Engineering Services - Russell Harber Park Dock Repair/Replace (7-0)
- Approved Florida APA Conference travel for Tim Milstead and Jacob Hullett (7-0)
- Approved Florida LGISA Conference travel for Krystle Nowlin (7-0)
- Moved Fiscal Year 2024 Millage Rate to City Council Meeting for further discussion
- Moved Bid Opening for 2023.10 RFP- Engineering Services - Locklin Lake to City Council Meeting for further discussion
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Sundial Utilities Inc.
The board will meet to approve minutes from the June 5, 2023 meeting and review a financial report. The agenda contains no specific ordinances, resolutions, or contracts for decision.
- Approval of June 5, 2023 meeting minutes (Item # 2023-1606)
- Sundial Financial Report (Item # 2023-1632)
The board approved the minutes from the June 5, 2023 meeting. The Sundial Financial Report was moved to the Agenda Workshop for further discussion. No other ordinances, resolutions, or business were addressed.
- Approved June 5, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Moved Sundial Financial Report to Agenda Workshop for further discussion
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct final interview selections. The agenda lists six individuals for this process.
- Final interview selections for John Barkley, Edward Spears, Scott Collins, Howard Brown, Chad Morris, and James Drumm
The City Council voted to proceed with an interview for Scott Collins. A motion to include a second interviewee was defeated.
- Motion to include a second interviewee failed (2-6)
- Approved interviewing Scott Collins only (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews with four individuals. These interviews are scheduled in coordination with specific council members.
- Interview of Scott Collins
- Interview of Howard Brown
- Interview of Chad Morris
- Interview of James Drumm
The meeting consisted of interviews for four individuals. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Conducted interview of Scott Collins
- Conducted interview of Howard Brown
- Conducted interview of Chad Morris
- Conducted interview of James Drumm
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews. Three individuals are scheduled for interviews with specific council members.
- Interview of John Barkley (Councilwoman Marilynn Farrow)
- Interview of Ed Spears (Councilman Matthew Jarrett)
- Interview of James Drumm (Councilman Jeff Snow)
The City Council held scheduled interviews for John Barkley and Edward Spears. One interview for James Drumm was rescheduled due to a technical issue.
- Conducted interview for John Barkley
- Conducted interview for Edward Spears
- Rescheduled James Drumm interview for Wednesday at 8 PM
City Council
The City Council will review a request for proposals for a residential and mixed-use development at the Milton Downtown Waterfront Marina. The body will also consider an annexation petition for Munson Highway and bid openings for engineering services.
- RFP for Milton Downtown Waterfront Marina Residential & Mixed-Use Development Opportunity
- Munson Highway Annexation Petition
- Bid opening for engineering services for Locklin Lake
- Bid opening for engineering services for Russell Harber Park Dock Repair/Replace
- FY 2023 Business Improvement Program Cycle 6 for CD Properties (Old Post Office)
The City Council approved a petition for the Munson Highway annexation and an RFP for the Milton Downtown Waterfront Marina development. The council also approved engineering bids for Locklin Lake and Russell Harber Park, and designated Mayor Heather Lindsay as a delegate for the Florida League of Cities conference.
- Approved Munson Highway Annexation Petition (5-0)
- Approved RFP for Milton Downtown Waterfront Marina, Residential & Mixed-Use Development Opportunity (4-1)
- Approved Bid Opening for Engineering Services - Locklin Lake (3-2)
- Approved Bid Opening for Engineering Services - Russell Harber Park Dock Repair/Replace (5-0)
- Approved FY 2023 Business Improvement Program Cycle 6 - CD Properties (Old Post Office) (3-2)
- Approved Overbrook Drive garbage pickup and vehicle parking (5-0)
- Approved Mayor Heather Lindsay as delegate for Florida League of Cities Voting Delegate Conference (5-0)
- Approved travel requests for Florida APA and Florida LGISA conferences (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Planning Board
The Planning Board will meet to discuss updates to the Unified Development Code (UDC) and the design phase of the Hwy 90/Caroline St. project. The board will also review minutes from the April 18, 2023, meeting.
- UDC Update (Item # 2023-1611)
- Design Phase of Hwy 90/Caroline St. Update (Item # 2023-1612)
- Approval of April 18, 2023, meeting minutes (Item # 2023-1574)
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting to review preliminary candidates and select a date for manager interviews.
- Presentation of preliminary candidates by Buz Eddy
- Selection of interview dates for manager selection (Item # 2023-1602)
The City Council voted to accept eight finalists for the City Manager position based on a voting tally. The council will begin the interviewing process, with proposed dates of June 26 and June 28.
- Accepted 8 finalists for City Manager and began interviewing process (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to conduct routine business. The agenda consists of procedural items and a financial report.
- Approval of May 9, 2023 meeting minutes
- Review of Financial Report (Item # 2023-1578)
The Community Redevelopment Agency approved the minutes from the May 9, 2023 meeting and the current financial report. No other substantive items were addressed during the meeting.
- Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved financial report (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will discuss the Fiscal Year 2023 Budget and a Utility System Revenue Note. The body is also reviewing second readings for the Firefighters Pension Trust Fund, Civil Service Board, and conduct of meetings.
- Resolution 1571-23, Fiscal Year 2023 Budget
- Utility System Revenue Note (First Reading)
- Firefighters Pension Trust Fund (Second Reading)
- Civil Service Board (Second Reading)
- Naming of Fire Training Facility & Road
The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2023 Budget and a Utility System Revenue Note. Other approved actions included updates to the Firefighters Pension Trust Fund and Civil Service Board. The council also authorized a partial road closure for a Panhandle Butterfly House event.
- Approved Fiscal Year 2023 Budget (7-0)
- Approved Utility System Revenue Note, First Reading (7-0)
- Approved Firefighters Pension Trust Fund, Second Reading (7-0)
- Approved Civil Service Board, Second Reading (7-0)
- Approved Conduct of Meetings, Second Reading (7-0)
- Approved closure of portion of Municipal Drive for Panhandle Butterfly House event on June 24th (7-0)
- Approved DUO 'Do Unto Others' (5-2)
- Approved General Consent Agenda including Riverfest and Juneteenth Celebration (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Historic Preservation Board
The Historic Preservation Board will meet to present Historic Excellence Signs and discuss several preservation programs. The agenda includes updates on the Fisher Hamilton Building and the Hwy 90/Caroline St. design phase.
- Residential Facade Grant Program discussion
- Historic Property Tax Exemption
- Berryhill School Historic Marker discussion
- Historical Marker Program
- Fisher Hamilton Bldg./Courthouse update
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will meet to discuss administrative updates and city events. The agenda includes items regarding the city manager selection process and a utility system revenue note.
- Item # 2023-1527: Utility System Revenue Note, Ordinance 1988-23
- Item # 2023-1584: City Manager Selection Process
- Item # 2023-1538: Naming of Fire Training Facility & Road
- Item # 2023-1497, 2023-1548, 2023-1583: Blackwater Food Truck Festival, Juneteenth Celebration, and Riverfest
- Highway 90 Design Outreach Meetings
The Executive Committee approved a utility system revenue note and the naming of a fire training facility and road. The committee also approved three community events: the Blackwater Food Truck Festival, Juneteenth Celebration, and Riverfest. Additionally, the committee approved the 'Do Unto Others' (DUO) item and Highway 90 design outreach meetings.
- Approved naming of Fire Training Facility & Road (6-0)
- Approved Utility System Revenue Note, Ordinance 1988-23 (5-1)
- Approved Blackwater Food Truck Festival (6-0)
- Approved Juneteenth Celebration (6-0)
- Approved Riverfest (6-0)
- Approved DUO 'Do Unto Others' (4-2)
- Approved Highway 90 Design Outreach Meetings (6-0)
- Approved meeting agenda as amended (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Sundial Utilities Inc.
The board will review the financial report and the company's Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the May 1, 2023 meeting.
- Approval of May 1, 2023 meeting minutes
- Sundial Financial Report
- Sundial Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws
The board approved the company's Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws. The board also approved the May 1, 2023 meeting minutes and the Sundial Financial Report.
- Approved May 1, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved Sundial Financial Report (6-0)
- Approved Sundial Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Workshop
The city is conducting a special called meeting to present the Highway 90 design. The session includes a staff presentation and a period for public participation and feedback via questionnaires.
- Highway 90 Design Presentation
- Public participation session
- Distribution of questionnaires
Community Improvement Board
The Community Improvement Board will review a residential facade report and discuss public input for the Highway 90 Design Charrette. The board is also scheduled to discuss the Bicycle/Pedestrian Master Plan.
- Highway 90 Design Charrette Public Input Meeting
- Residential Facade Report
- Bicycle/Pedestrian Master Plan Meeting
City Council
The City Council is meeting to consider an ordinance regarding a Utility System Revenue Note. The agenda also includes discussions on the Blackwater Food Truck Festival and the naming of a facility and road.
- Item # 2023-1527: Utility System Revenue Note, Ordinance 1988-23
- Item # 2023-1497: SEPA - Milton's Blackwater Food Truck Festival
- Item # 2023-1538: Naming of Facility & Road
- Item # 2023-1512: DUO 'Do Unto Others'
The City Council approved a utility system revenue note and the naming of a fire training facility and road. The council also approved the Milton's Blackwater Food Truck Festival and the 'Do Unto Others' (DUO) item.
- Approved Utility System Revenue Note, Ordinance 1988-23 (6-0)
- Approved SEPA - Milton's Blackwater Food Truck Festival (6-0)
- Approved DUO 'Do Unto Others' (6-0)
- Approved naming of fire training facility and road after Sharon Holley (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of Adjustments
The Milton Planning Board will meet to review a variance request for a specific property. The board will also approve minutes from a previous November 2022 meeting.
- Variance request for 6331 Chestnut Street
- Approval of November 28, 2022, meeting minutes
Historic Preservation Board
The Historic Preservation Board is meeting to present Historic Excellence Signs and discuss several preservation projects. The agenda includes reviews of tax exemptions and historical markers.
- Historic Excellence Sign Presentations
- Historic Property Tax Exemption
- Berryhill School Historic Marker discussion
- Local Historic Resource/District discussion
- Design Phase of Hwy. 90 / Caroline St. Update
City Council
The Community Redevelopment Agency will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review financial reports. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.
- Approval of April 11, 2023 meeting minutes
- Review of CRA Financial Reports
The Community Redevelopment Agency approved the meeting minutes from April 11, 2023, and the CRA financial reports. No other substantive business was conducted during the meeting.
- Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)
- Approved CRA Financial Reports (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will discuss several ordinances, including health insurance for retired employees and the Firefighters Pension Trust Fund. The body is also reviewing residential facade improvement grant applications and a new social media policy.
- Health Insurance for Retired Employees (Second Reading)
- Firefighters Pension Trust Fund (First Reading)
- Civil Service Board (First Reading)
- Residential Facade Improvement Grant Applications for Tom Powers, Sanders & Young, Frank White, and Warren Gilmore
- City of Milton Social Media Policy
The City Council approved several ordinances including health insurance for retired employees and a Firefighters Pension Trust Fund. The Council also voted to dismiss a proposed new social media policy, maintaining the current employee policy instead.
- Approved health insurance for retired employees (8-0)
- Approved Firefighters Pension Trust Fund first reading (8-0)
- Approved Civil Service Board first reading (8-0)
- Approved Conduct of Meetings first reading (8-0)
- Voted to dismiss/not adopt new Social Media Policy (8-0)
- Approved General Consent Agenda including police department generator and facade grants (8-0)
- Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Board of Adjustments
The Milton Planning Board will meet to review new business and approve previous meeting minutes. The primary agenda item concerns a Culver's location at 6389 Highway 90.
- Culver's - Milton - 6389 Highway 90
- Approval of February 14, 2023, meeting minutes
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will discuss an interlocal agreement for the Pensacola Perdido Bay Estuary Program. The body is also reviewing several residential facade improvement grant applications and city policies.
- Pensacola Perdido Bay Estuary Program Interlocal Agreement (Item # 2023-1501/1500)
- Police Department Generator w/ Transfer Switch (Item # 2023-1446)
- City of Milton Social Media Policy (Item # 2023-1331)
- Residential Facade Improvement Grant Applications for Tom Powers, Sanders & Young, Frank White, and Warren Gilmore
- General Rules and Procedures for Meetings (Item # 2023-1363)
The Executive Committee approved four residential facade improvement grants and a new social media policy. The board also authorized a police department generator and an interlocal agreement for the Pensacola Perdido Bay Estuary Program.
- Approved Residential Facade Improvement Grant for Tom Powers (8-0)
- Approved Residential Facade Improvement Grant for Sanders & Young (8-0)
- Approved Residential Facade Improvement Grant for Frank White (8-0)
- Approved Residential Facade Improvement Grant for Warren Gilmore (8-0)
- Approved Pensacola Perdido Bay Estuary Program Interlocal Agreement (8-0)
- Approved Police Department Generator w/ Transfer Switch (8-0)
- Approved General Rules and Procedures for Meetings with updates to Public Input Form (8-0)
- Approved City of Milton Social Media Policy (7-1)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Sundial Utilities Inc.
The meeting consists of procedural items. The body will review the April 2023 financial report and approve minutes from the April 3, 2023 meeting.
- Approval of April 3, 2023 meeting minutes
- Review of April 2023 Financial Report
The board approved the financial report for April 2023 and the minutes from the April 3, 2023 meeting. No other substantive business was conducted.
- Approved April 3, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)
- Approved April 2023 financial report (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council is holding a special called meeting to address one specific agenda item. The body will discuss Project Alexandria.
- Project Alexandria (Item # 2023-1498)
The City Council held a special called meeting to discuss Project Alexandria. Following reports from the City Manager, the Director of Economic Development, and the Director/President of Lighthouse College, the Council voted to approve the project.
- Approved Project Alexandria (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Community Improvement Board
The Community Improvement Board will meet to discuss several local projects. The agenda includes items regarding the HWY 90 Design Charrette, the Old Courthouse, and a Residential Facade Report.
- HWY 90 Design Charrette
- Old Courthouse
- Residential Facade Report
City Council
The City Council will discuss several ordinances and resolutions, including police department equipment and pension funds. The body is also reviewing multiple residential facade improvement grant applications.
- Resolution No. 1569-23 and Item # 2023-1446 regarding Police Department Generator with Transfer Switch
- Firefighters Pension Trust Fund, Ordinance NO. 1985-23
- Residential Facade Improvement Grant Applications for Tom Powers, Sanders & Young, Frank White, and Warren Gilmore
- Item # 2023-1331 City of Milton Social Media Policy
- Item # 2023-1363 General Rules and Procedures for Meetings
The City Council approved several administrative items, including a generator for the Police Department and four residential facade improvement grants. The council also approved the Civil Service Board and Firefighters Pension Trust Fund ordinance.
- Approved Civil Service Board (7-0)
- Approved Firefighters Pension Trust Fund, Ordinance NO. 1985-23 (7-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 1569-23 Police Department Generator (7-0)
- Approved Police Department Generator w/ Transfer Switch (7-0)
- Approved SEPA - Craft Wedding event (7-0)
- Approved Residential Facade Improvement Grants for Tom Powers, Sanders & Young, Frank White, and Warren Gilmore (7-0)
- Approved National Navy League Convention (7-0)
- Approved General Rules and Procedures for Meetings (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Planning Board
The Milton Planning Board will discuss the design phase of Hwy 90/Caroline St. and updates to the Unified Development Code (UDC). The board will also evaluate UDC roof standards and review meeting times.
- Design phase of Hwy 90/Caroline St. discussion
- Evaluation of UDC Roof Standards
- UDC Update
- Discussion regarding meeting time
Workshop
The City of Milton is conducting a workshop to discuss the design of HWY 90. The session includes a presentation from the Florida Department of Transportation and a design charrette with table discussions.
- Florida Department of Transportation video presentation
- Design firm schedule and best practices review
- Table design and summary session
City officials and the public participated in a design charrette regarding HWY 90. The session included a presentation on the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) proposed plan and table discussions to gather design input. No formal votes or legislative decisions were recorded.
Board of Adjustments
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate to open and adjourn the meeting. No substantive items for decision or discussion are listed.
City Council
The Community Redevelopment Agency will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review financial reports. The agenda includes the presentation of the 2022 annual report.
- Approval of March 14, 2023 meeting minutes
- Review of March 2023 financial report
- Review of 2022 CRA Annual Report
The Community Redevelopment Agency approved the meeting minutes from March 14, 2023. The agency also approved the March 2023 financial report and the 2022 annual report.
- Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved March 2023 CRA Financial Report (7-0)
- Approved 2022 CRA Annual Report (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding a development agreement modification request for Dogwood Drive. The body is also considering a first reading of an ordinance concerning health insurance for retired employees and an interlocal agreement with the Pace Water System.
- Public hearing: Dogwood Drive Development Agreement Modification Request
- First reading: Health Insurance for Retired Employees ordinance
- Interlocal Agreement with Pace Water System
- Bid openings for hurricane disaster debris removal, monitoring, and admin services
- City Manager recruitment and board vacancies
The City Council approved a modification request for the Dogwood Drive Development Agreement and an interlocal agreement with the Pace Water System. The council also authorized the recruitment of a new City Manager and passed the first reading of an ordinance regarding retired employee health insurance.
- Approved Dogwood Drive Development Agreement Modification Request (6-2)
- Approved Interlocal Agreement w/ Pace Water System (8-0)
- Approved hiring Edwin Eddy for City Manager recruitment, fee not to exceed $3k (8-0)
- Approved first reading of Health Insurance for Retired Employees ordinance (8-0)
- Approved General Consent Agenda including CDBG-DR and various bid openings (8-0)
- Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Historic Preservation Board
The Historic Preservation Board is meeting to review appropriateness certificates for two specific addresses. The board will also discuss historical markers and the design phase of a highway update.
- Certificate of Appropriateness for 5115 Pike St.
- Certificate of Appropriateness for 6825 Oak St.
- Design Phase of Hwy 90/Caroline St. Update
- Berryhill School Historic Marker discussion
- Fisher Hamilton Bldg./Courthouse discussion
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will review several administrative items, including city manager recruitment and health insurance for retired employees. The body is also considering multiple bid openings for hurricane disaster debris removal and monitoring services.
- Item # 2023-1163: Health Insurance for Retired Employees
- Item # 2023-1380: City Manager Recruitment
- RFP 2023.02, 2023.03, and 2023.04: Hurricane Disaster debris removal, monitoring, and admin services
- Item # 2023-1250: Dogwood Drive Development Agreement Modification Request
- Item # 2023-1381: Interlocal Agreement w/ Pace Water System
The Executive Committee approved moving forward with the FCCMA and Human Resources for City Manager recruitment, with the option to use a headhunter. The committee also approved several hurricane disaster debris and recovery bids and an interlocal agreement with Pace Water System.
- Approved City Manager recruitment via FCCMA and HR (6-0)
- Approved interlocal agreement with Pace Water System (6-0)
- Approved health insurance for retired employees (6-0)
- Approved bid openings for hurricane disaster debris removal, monitoring, and recovery admin (6-0)
- Approved CDBG-DR and Pensacola Perdido Bay Estuary Program items (6-0)
- Approved Dogwood Drive Development Agreement Modification Request (6-0)
- Approved residential facade improvement grant for Brian McGuire (6-0)
- Approved Business Improvement Program for Stand Your Ground Training & Defense (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Sundial Utilities Inc.
The board will review the March 2023 financial report and consider a resolution to move funds from contingency to sewer infrastructure. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Resolution No. 1568-23: Transfer funds from Contingency to Sewer Infrastructure
- Review of Sundial Financial Report March 2023
- Approval of March 6, 2023 meeting minutes
The board approved the transfer of funds from the Sundial Contingency account to Sewer Infrastructure. The March 2023 financial report and the minutes from the March 6, 2023 meeting were also approved.
- Approved Resolution No. 1568-23 to transfer funds from Contingency to Sewer Infrastructure (6-0)
- Approved March 2023 Sundial Financial Report (6-0)
- Approved March 6, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Community Improvement Board
The Community Improvement Board will meet to discuss the design phase of Highway 90 and the reuse of the Old Santa Rosa County Courthouse. The board will also review minutes from the January 5, 2023 meeting.
- Highway 90 Design Phase
- Old Santa Rosa County Courthouse Reuse
The Board reviewed details for an upcoming Highway 90 Design Charrette scheduled for April 15. No substantive policy decisions were made during the meeting.
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved minutes of the previous meeting
Planning Board
The LEAP Committee will meet to hold discussions on three specific items. The agenda includes the Mrs. Adams Dedication, new members, and Teacher Appreciation Day.
- Item # 2023-1367: Mrs. Adams Dedication
- Item # 2023-1368: New Members
- Item # 2023-1369: Teacher Appreciation Day
City Council
The City Council will discuss several bid openings for hurricane disaster debris removal, monitoring, and recovery administration. The meeting also includes reviews of health insurance for retired employees and a development agreement modification for Dogwood Drive.
- Item # 2023-1163: Health Insurance for Retired Employees
- Item # 2023-1354, 1355, 1356: Bid openings for hurricane disaster debris removal, field monitoring, and recovery admin services
- Item # 2023-1250: Dogwood Drive Development Agreement Modification Request
- Item # 2023-1335: Piggyback Emerald Coast Utilities Authority Cured In Place Pipe Bid (CIPP)
- Item # 2023-1361: Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR)
The City Council approved several administrative items, including retired employee health insurance and a CDBG-DR grant. The board also authorized a residential facade improvement grant and a development agreement modification for Dogwood Drive.
- Approved health insurance for retired employees (5-0)
- Approved Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery (5-0)
- Approved Emerald Coast Utilities Authority Cured In Place Pipe Bid (5-0)
- Approved Residential Facade Improvement Grant for Brian McGuire (5-0)
- Approved Dogwood Drive Development Agreement Modification Request (5-0)
- Approved Business Improvement Program for Stand Your Ground Training & Defense (5-0)
- Approved Pensacola Perdido Bay Estuary Program (5-0)
- Approved SRC National Day of Prayer Observance (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Planning Board
The Milton Planning Board will meet to discuss the design phase of Hwy 90/Caroline St. and an update to the Unified Development Code (UDC). The meeting also includes updates on economic development and planning department activities.
- UDC Update (Item # 2023-1364)
- Design Phase of Hwy 90/Caroline St. Discussion (Item # 2023-1365)
- Economic Development Update
- Planning Department Update
Historic Preservation Board
The Historic Preservation Board will review requests for Certificates of Appropriateness for two specific addresses. The board will also discuss historic markers and a residential facade improvement program.
- Certificate of Appropriateness for 6825 Oak St
- Certificate of Appropriateness for 6842 Oak Street
- Residential Facade Improvement Program discussion
- Berryhill School Historic Marker discussion
- Design Phase of Hwy 90/Caroline St. Update
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee approved several local event permits, development agreement modifications, and a park project change order. Some items, including board vacancies and a brownfield expansion request, were moved to the City Council for further action.
- Renamed Committee of the Whole to Agenda Workshop (7-0)
- Approved Crawfish Fest 2023 (7-0)
- Approved Community Easter Bash & Egg Hunt (7-0)
- Approved Highway 90 Design Phase Collaboration Workshop (7-0)
- Approved Carpenters Park Project Change Order #1 (7-0)
- Approved Summer Youth Intern Application (7-0)
- Approved Business Improvement Program for Frick's Pharmacy (7-0)
- Approved Dogwood Drive Development Agreement Modification Request (6-1)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Sundial Utilities Inc.
The board approved the expansion of the sewer pipeline and a loan term sheet from Truist Bank. The financial report and the minutes from the February 6, 2023 meeting were also approved.
- Approved February 6, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved Sundial Financial Report (7-0)
- Approved Truist Bank Term Sheet for Sundial Loan (7-0)
- Approved expansion of sewer pipeline (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of Adjustments
The LEAP Committee is meeting to address new business and receive an update from the Planning Department. The agenda includes discussions regarding a dedication and the addition of new members.
- Item # 2023-1270: Mrs. Adams Dedication
- Item # 2023-1271: New Members
- Planning Department Update
City Council
The Committee of the Whole will review several special event permits and development requests. The body is discussing updates to the Community Redevelopment Plan and specific property usage requests.
- Special event permits for Milton Community Market and Crawfish Fest 2023
- Dogwood Drive Development Agreement Modification Request
- Willing Street ROW Usage Request
- Business Improvement Program FY 2023 Cycle 4 for Frick's Pharmacy
- Milton Brownfield Expansion Request
The Council approved several development and planning requests, including a Brownfield expansion and a Dogwood Drive agreement modification. They also voted to rename the Committee of the Whole to Agenda Workshop and reinstate Mayor Heather Lindsay as its presiding officer.
- Renamed Committee of the Whole to Agenda Workshop (6-1)
- Reinstated Mayor Heather Lindsay as presiding officer for the Committee of the Whole (6-1)
- Approved SEPA for Crawfish Fest 2023 (7-0)
- Approved Business Improvement Program for Frick's Pharmacy (7-0)
- Approved Milton Brownfield Expansion Request (5-2)
- Approved Dogwood Drive Development Agreement Modification Request (7-0)
- Approved Willing Street ROW Usage Request (7-0)
- Approved Community Redevelopment Plan Update (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 5 divided votes
Planning Board
The Planning Board will meet to discuss the design phase of Hwy 90/Caroline St. and provide an update on the Unified Development Code (UDC).
- Design Phase of Hwy 90/Caroline St. discussion
- UDC Update
City Council
The Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to review a financial report and discuss an update to the Community Redevelopment Plan.
- Community Redevelopment Plan Update (Item # 2023-1125)
- CRA Financial Report (Item # 2023-1203)
- Approval of January 10, 2023 meeting minutes
The Community Redevelopment Agency approved the updated Community Redevelopment Plan and the agency's financial report. The board also approved the minutes from the January 10, 2023 meeting.
- Approved minutes from January 10, 2023 meeting (8-0)
- Approved CRA Financial Report (8-0)
- Approved Community Redevelopment Plan Update (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will discuss several new ordinances, including a smoking ban and updates to the Police Officers Pension Trust Fund. The body is also reviewing various vehicle purchases and special event permits.
- Smoking Ban Ordinance NO. 1983-23
- Police Officers Pension Trust Fund Ordinance NO. 1982-23
- Purchase of a CNG Side-Loader Garbage Truck
- Purchase of a 2023 Ford F-250 for Water/Sewer Department and two 2023 Ford F-150s
- Bid opening for CDBG Admin Services for Broad St, Quinn St, and Okaloosa St
The City Council approved a smoking ban ordinance and a change to the city's purchasing policy. The council also authorized several vehicle purchases and appointed Shari Sebastiao to the Community Improvement Board.
- Approved Smoking Ban Ordinance NO. 1983-23 (8-0)
- Approved Purchasing Policy Change (7-1)
- Approved Police Officers Pension Trust Fund Ordinance NO. 1982-23 (8-0)
- Approved Pensacola and Perdido Bay Estuary Program Resolution NO. 1565-23 (8-0)
- Approved bid for Mobile Stage with added 90-day delivery clause (8-0)
- Approved appointment of Shari Sebastiao to the CIB position (5-3)
- Denied appointment of Kyle Johnson to the CIB position (3-5)
- Approved General Consent Agenda including CNG garbage truck and Ford F-250/F-150 purchases (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Historic Preservation Board
The board is meeting to discuss the Historical Marker Program and specific markers for Berryhill School and the Fisher Hamilton Building. The agenda also includes discussions on board procedures, local historic resources, and the design phase of Hwy 90/Caroline St.
- Berryhill School Historic Marker discussion
- Historical Marker Program discussion
- Fisher Hamilton Bldg. Historical Marker update
- Whittle Building update
- Hwy 90/Caroline St. design phase discussion
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee approved the purchase of a CNG garbage truck and three Ford trucks for city departments. The committee also passed draft ordinances for a smoking ban and a police officers pension trust fund, while rejecting a proposed open container ordinance.
- Rejected Open Container Ordinance Review (8-0)
- Approved Police Officers Pension Trust Fund Draft Ordinance (8-0)
- Approved Smoking Ban Draft Ordinance (7-1)
- Approved purchase of CNG Side-Loader Garbage Truck (8-0)
- Approved purchase of 2023 Ford F-250 for Water/Sewer Department (8-0)
- Approved purchase of two 2023 Ford F-150s for Street and Gas Departments (8-0)
- Appointed Shari Sebastiao to City of Milton Board vacancy (5-3)
- Approved budget adjustments for Transfer Switch (8-0) and East Milton WW Project (7-1)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Sundial Utilities Inc.
The board approved the meeting minutes from January 3, 2023, and the January 2023 financial report. No other business was conducted during the meeting.
- Approved January 3, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)
- Approved January 2023 financial report (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Workshop
The Council held a workshop to gather input on 2023 legislative priorities and the city's mission and values statement. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the meeting.
City Council
The City Council is meeting to discuss various ordinances, including police pension funds and a smoking ban. The body will also consider a budget adjustment and the purchase of a new vehicle for the Water/Sewer Department.
- Police Officers Pension Trust Fund Ordinance (Item # 2023-1130)
- Purchase of a 2023 Ford F-250 for Water/Sewer Department (Item # 2023-1148)
- Bid opening for CDBG Admin Services for Broad St., Quinn St., and Okaloosa St. (Item # 2023-1152)
- Open Container Ordinance Review (Item # 2023-1144)
- Smoking Ban (Item # 2023-1134)
Planning Board
The Milton Planning Board will meet to discuss the design phase of Hwy 90/Caroline St. and an update to the Unified Development Code (UDC). The board will also review minutes from the November 15, 2022, meeting.
- UDC Update (Item # 2023-1159)
- Design Phase of Hwy 90/Caroline St. Discussion (Item # 2023-1160)
- Approval of November 15, 2022, meeting minutes (Item # 2023-1147)
Historic Preservation Board
The Historic Preservation Board will meet to elect its Chairman and Vice Chairman. The board is scheduled to discuss a historic marker for Berryhill School and the design phase of Hwy 90/Caroline St.
- Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
- Berryhill School Historic Marker discussion
- Hwy 90/Caroline St. design phase discussion
- Board Rules and Procedures discussion
- Local Historic Resource/District discussion
City Council
The Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to review the December financial report and discuss an update to the Community Redevelopment Plan.
- Community Redevelopment Plan Update (Item # 2023-1125)
- CRA December Financial Report (Item # 2023-1136)
The Community Redevelopment Agency approved the minutes from the December 13, 2022 meeting and the December financial report. Staff presented an update on the Community Redevelopment Plan.
- Approved December 13, 2022 meeting minutes (8-0)
- Approved December Financial Report (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will meet to consider two resolutions and a Florida Trail Town application. The agenda includes a discussion on City of Milton Board vacancies and a report regarding a letter to County Commissioners.
- Resolution 1561-23
- Resolution 1562-23
- Florida Trail Town Application
- City of Milton Board Vacancies
- 2023 Meeting & Holiday Schedule
The City Council approved Resolution 1561-23 and Resolution 1562-23, the latter concerning the WWTP. Council also voted to send a letter from the Mayor to the County Commissioners. Other approved items included the 2023 meeting schedule and a Florida Trail Town application.
- Approved Resolution 1561-23 (8-0)
- Approved Resolution 1562-23 regarding WWTP (6-2)
- Approved sending Mayor's letter to County Commissioners (6-2)
- Approved 2023 Meeting & Holiday Schedule (8-0)
- Approved Florida Trail Town Application (8-0)
- Approved December 13, 2022 minutes (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Sundial Utilities Inc.
The board will meet to approve minutes from the December 5, 2022 meeting and review a financial report. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.
- Approval of Minutes from December 5, 2022 meeting (Item # 2022-1072)
- Sundial Utilities Financial Report (Item # 2022-1123)
The board approved the meeting minutes from December 5, 2022, and the Sundial Utilities financial report. No other business was conducted during the meeting.
- Approved December 5, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved Sundial Utilities Financial Report (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will meet to review several administrative items and resolutions. Discussion topics include the 2023 meeting schedule and a Florida Trail Town application.
- Item # 2022-1122: WWTP Resolution
- Item # 2022-1056: 2023 Meeting & Holiday Schedule
- Item # 2022-1117: Florida Trail Town Application
- Item # 2022-472: Residential Facade Improvement Grant Program Implementation
- Presentation by Santa Rosa County Health Department & SWAT (Students Working Against Tobacco)
The committee approved a resolution regarding the Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP) and the 2023 meeting and holiday schedule. Members also approved an application for the Florida Trail Town program.
- Approved WWTP Resolution (4-3)
- Approved 2023 Meeting & Holiday Schedule (7-0)
- Approved Florida Trail Town Application (7-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (7-0)