Cape Coral public meetings in 2023

Hearing Examiner

The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on a single case: a vacation of plat (VAC23-000002) for the property at 5302 COBALT CT, applied for by Robert Belza. The meeting also sets the next hearing date for January 16, 2024.

• Case VAC23-000002: vacation of plat at 5302 COBALT CT, applicant Robert Belza
• Next hearing scheduled for Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will consider a consent agenda including a $719,485 contract with Hagerty Consulting for disaster management, a $120,000 annual contract with Indigo Sports to manage Coral Oaks Golf Course, and a resolution to establish an annual stipend for the Mayor and City Council. Public hearings are scheduled for two alley/easement vacations, a change to landscaping code allowing tree planting reductions and creating tree funds, and a release of a drainage easement. The council will also discuss filling the vacant District 4 seat.

• Resolution 334-23: $719,485 contract with Hagerty Consulting for disaster management services (FEMA reimbursable).
• Resolution 340-23: $120,000 annual contract with Indigo Sports/Troon Golf to manage Coral Oaks Golf Course.
• Resolution 351-23: Establish an annual stipend for the Mayor and City Council.
• Ordinance 75-23: Amend landscaping code to allow reductions to tree planting requirements and create tree funds.
• Resolution 321-23: Public hearing to vacate an alley and easements at 2209/2219 Skyline Boulevard and 2208-2220 SW 7th Place.

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Governing Board will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda that includes reallocating $6,500 from the auction of a retired van to the transportation fuel budget and accepting a $940.50 grant for Holocaust education materials. The board will also approve minutes, hear reports from the superintendent and city finance director, and reorganize for the 2023-2024 school year. No new business or unfinished business is listed.

• Reallocate $6,500 from auction of 2011 Ford E350 'Shark Van' to FY24 transportation fuel line
• Accept $940.50 Mark Schonwetter Holocaust Education Foundation grant for Oasis Middle School
• Board reorganization for SY 2023-2024
• Approval of November 13, 2023 minutes
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per person, 45 minutes total

City Council – Special Meeting

This special meeting is dedicated to making appointments to six city boards and commissions, including the Municipal Firefighters' Pension Trust Fund Board, Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, Audit Committee, Charter School Governing Board, CDBG, and Planning & Zoning Commission. The council will consider applicants for the vacancies and may vote on appointments. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Municipal Firefighters' Pension Trust Fund Board of Trustees: 1 vacancy
• Affordable Housing Advisory Committee: 10 vacancies
• Audit Committee: 5 vacancies (4 regular, 1 alternate)
• Charter School Governing Board: 6 vacancies
• Planning & Zoning Commission: 9 vacancies (7 regular, 2 alternates)

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will consider a consent agenda with over $12 million in contracts, including an $8.6 million master pump station and a $2.1 million reservoir study. A public hearing is set to rezone 1.08 acres at 706-718 SE 7th Street from Professional to Residential Multi-Family Low. The council will also vote on a Local Housing Incentive Plan required by state law.

• Resolution 332-23: Award $8,599,500 contract for Master Pump Station 720, funded by ARPA
• Ordinance 97-23: Rezone 706-718 SE 7th Street (1.08 acres) to Residential Multi-Family Low
• Resolution 330-23: Approve Local Housing Incentive Plan for state housing program
• Resolution 323-23: $1,281,804.68 contract for thermoplastic striping on city roads
• Resolution 333-23: $2,075,021.41 engineering contract for Northeast Reservoir Storage Enhancement

Hearing Examiner

The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on a development case for a property at 4932 Normandy Court, applied for by Waterway Boat Lift Covers Inc. The case was continued from October 17, 2023. The meeting also sets the next hearing date for December 19, 2023.

• Case DEV23-000004: 4932 NORMANDY CT, applicant WATERWAY BOAT LIFT COVERS INC (continued from 10/17/2023)
• Next hearing scheduled for Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at 9:00 a.m.

Committee of the Whole

The Cape Coral Committee of the Whole will hold a discussion on ecotourism at city parks. The meeting also includes citizens input time and a round table discussion. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Discussion of ecotourism at City Parks
• Citizens input time (maximum 60 minutes, 3 minutes per person)
• Round table discussion among council members

Community Redevelopment Agency – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency will consider two resolutions: one to approve a Demolition Assistance Grant Program for the Community Reinvestment Area, and another to authorize a Public Parking Equipment Reimbursement Agreement for the Cove at 47th. The board will also appoint a Chair and Vice Chair, approve the 2024 meeting schedule, and receive informational updates on parking management, mooring fields, Hurricane Ian recovery, and enhanced property maintenance.

• CRA Resolution 7-23: Approve Community Reinvestment Area Demolition Assistance Grant Program
• CRA Resolution 8-23: Public Parking Equipment Reimbursement Agreement – Cove at 47th
• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair for the CRA
• South Cape Parking Management Plan and Branding Plan (informational)
• Hurricane Ian Recovery update (informational)

City Council – Special Meeting

This special meeting is called to address Governor's Executive Order #23-228 suspending Councilmember Cummings and to discuss the city's procedural responsibilities under Florida law and the City Charter. The agenda includes citizens input and future meeting scheduling.

• Executive Order #23-228 suspending Councilmember Cummings
• Discussion of city's procedural responsibilities per Florida law and City Charter
• Citizens input time (max 60 minutes, 3 minutes per person)
• Committee of the Whole scheduled for Nov 29, 2023

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will hold public hearings on a $48 million budget amendment, several rezoning requests, and a canal right-of-way vacation. The council will also consider consent agenda items including contracts for pipe replacement, park improvements, and flood prevention, as well as appointments and procedural matters.

• Ordinance 86-23: $48,013,612 increase to FY2023 operating and capital budget
• Resolution 285-23: Vacation of plat for Barbizon Canal right-of-way at 118 SW 58th Street
• Ordinance 89-23: Rezone 0.57 acres at 1917 SW Santa Barbara Place from Commercial to Residential Multi-Family Low
• Ordinance 90-23: Rezone 3.64 acres at 550-716 NE 4th Terrace from Single Family Residential to Commercial Corridor
• Resolution 307-23: $120,000 contract for replacement of pavilion shade structures at Four Freedoms Park

Planning and Zoning Commission – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 93-23, which proposes an amendment to the city's Comprehensive Plan regarding the Pine Island Road District (PIRD) Future Land Use Map classification. The meeting also includes citizen input and scheduling of the next regular meeting.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 93-23 (TXT23-000001) to amend Comprehensive Plan Policy 1.15.1 and the PIRD Future Land Use Map classification
• Citizen input period of up to 30 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker
• Next regular meeting scheduled for January 10, 2024

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Governing Board will discuss an amended city ordinance on board member terms and term limits, and receive a presentation on the 2023 audit results. The board will also vote on consent agenda items including federal Title II and Title IV allocations, ESSER teacher/staff bonuses, and a STEM grant.

• Discussion of City Council-approved Amended Ordinance 84-23 on governing board member terms and term limits
• Presentation of 2023 audit results by CliftonLarsonAllen LLP
• Approval of FY24 Title II allocations totaling $55,350 across four Oasis schools
• Approval of FY24 Title IV allocations totaling $60,269.07 across four Oasis schools
• Approval of SY 2023-2024 ESSER teacher and staff bonus allocation totaling $295,499

Committee of the Whole

The Cape Coral Committee of the Whole will discuss four business items: a total compensation study for general and non-bargaining employees, proposed naming of the Fire Department's training facility and new fire boat, the Yacht Club Master Plan, and kayak and ecotourism programs in city parks. No votes are taken at this meeting; it is a discussion session.

• Presentation from Segal on the Total Compensation Study for General and Non-Bargaining employees
• Proposed naming of the Fire Department's Training Facility and new Fire Boat
• Yacht Club Master Plan Discussion (CIP)
• Kayak and Ecotourism Programs in City Parks

Audit Committee

The Cape Coral Audit Committee will meet to consider an external audit RFP, review the City Auditor's update, and approve the 2024 proposed meeting schedule. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public input.

• External Audit RFP discussion
• City Auditor's Office Update Report
• 2024 Proposed Meeting Schedule approval
• Approval of September 13, 2023 meeting minutes

Hearing Examiner

The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on November 7, 2023, to consider one development case, three vacation cases, and one rezoning case. The meeting includes procedural rules for testimony and evidence. The next hearing is scheduled for December 5, 2023.

• Case DEV23-000008 at 5809 CHIQUITA BLVD S, applicant Keith Leander
• Case VAC23-000010 at 1729 SE 39TH ST, applicant Brian Haag
• Case VAC23-000011 at 1110 LORRAINE CT, applicant Arnold Egan
• Case VAC23-000013 at 5211 SKYLARK CT, applicant Eric P. Feichthaler, Esq
• Case RZN23-000008 at 2304 SW 8TH PL, applicant Hungry Catfish Farms, LLC

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 75-23, which would amend landscaping rules to reduce total tree planting requirements for non-single-family developments and create a new tree fund. The commission will also vote on its 2024 meeting schedule and approve the October 4, 2023 minutes. Citizens may speak for up to 3 minutes each, with a 30-minute total limit.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 75-23: amends Land Development Code Section 5.5.13 (tree planting reductions) and creates Section 5.5.19 (tree funds)
• Approval of 2024 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting schedule
• Approval of October 4, 2023 meeting minutes
• Citizens input period (30 minutes total, 3 minutes per person)
• Next meeting: special meeting November 15, 2023; December 6, 2023 meeting canceled

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a consent agenda including a $9 million state grant to expand the Emergency Operations Center, a $700,000 increase to a fleet parts contract, and a $288,000 police workstation purchase. Public hearings are scheduled for a rezoning from multi-family low to medium density on 24.67 acres, a plat vacation on SE 2nd Street, and a comprehensive plan amendment for a property on SW 4th Terrace. Introductions include a $48 million budget amendment and several rezoning and bond ordinances for future hearings.

• Resolution 311-23: $9,000,000 state grant for Emergency Operations Center addition
• Resolution 281-23: Increase Napa Auto Parts contract from $1.8M to $2.5M for fleet repair parts
• Ordinance 85-23: Rezone 24.67 acres at 1322 NE 12th Ave from Residential Multi-Family Low to Medium
• Ordinance 79-23: Comprehensive Plan amendment for 1011 SW 4th Terrace from Pine Island Road District to Single Family Residential
• Ordinance 87-23: Authorize up to $15,000,000 in stormwater utility revenue bonds for capital improvements

Committee of the Whole

The Cape Coral City Council Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation on the South Cape Downtown Parking Management Plan and receive quarterly reports on grants, parks GO bond, capital improvements, communications, and economic development. These are discussion items only, with no formal votes scheduled.

• South Cape Downtown Parking Management Plan: Planning Context and Existing Conditions Presentation
• Quarterly Grants Management Report (4th Quarter 2023)
• Quarterly Parks GO Bond Report
• Quarterly Capital Improvements Report (CIP, Utilities, and Public Works)
• Quarterly Communications Report and Economic and Business Development Report

Selection Advisory Committee

The Selection Advisory Committee is meeting to consider a request for qualifications (RFQ2323KR) for Citywide Professional Consultants Continuing Services (CCNA). The agenda includes only this business item along with routine items like call to order, roll call, and setting the next meeting date.

• Citywide Professional Consultants Continuing Services (CCNA) - Request for Qualifications - #RFQ2323KR

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will discuss accessory dwelling units, review and recommend 2023 housing incentives, and receive a triennial update on public land. The meeting also includes approval of July 2023 minutes and the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Discussion of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
• Review and recommendation of 2023 Incentive Review and Recommendation Report
• Triennial Review of Public Land Update
• Approval of 2024 Proposed Meeting Schedule
• Approval of July 18, 2023 meeting minutes

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The Transportation Advisory Commission will discuss Hurricane Ian recovery efforts, including traffic signal and street signage repairs, and receive an update on new traffic signals. The commission will also hear an MPO update and discuss a Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant, and hold a workshop on multimodal transportation planning precedents.

• Hurricane Ian recovery: traffic signals and street signage updates
• New traffic signals update
• MPO update and SS4A grant discussion
• Workshop on multimodal transportation planning precedents

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a consent agenda including a $3.8 million purchase of 2107–2119 Santa Barbara Boulevard for future government office facilities, and a $6.68 million Hurricane Housing Recovery Program grant. Public hearings include ordinances to issue up to $100 million in water and sewer revenue bonds and to amend board member term limits. Introductions set November 1 hearings for a rezoning of 24.67 acres at 1322 NE 12th Avenue and a land-use change at 1011 SW 4th Terrace.

• Resolution 296-23: Purchase of 2107–2119 Santa Barbara Blvd for $3,800,000 plus closing costs for future government offices
• Resolution 299-23: Accept $6,676,929 in Hurricane Housing Recovery Program funding from Florida Housing Finance Corp.
• Ordinance 83-23: Authorize up to $100,000,000 in water and sewer revenue bonds for utility capital improvements
• Ordinance 85-23 (RZN23-000003): Rezone 24.67 acres at 1322 NE 12th Ave from Residential Multi-Family Low to Medium (staff recommends denial, hearing examiner recommends approval)
• Resolution 290-23: Approve the SR 78 Pine Island Corridor Vision and Action Plan

Community Redevelopment Agency – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency will consider CRA Resolution 6-23, which amends the previously adopted budget for Fiscal Year 2023. The meeting includes public input and is scheduled for October 17, 2023.

• CRA Resolution 6-23 amending the FY 2023 budget (Resolution 6-22)

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will consider several cases involving property developments, rezoning requests, and land vacancies. These items include continued hearings and new applications for various addresses across the city.

• Rezoning: 711 Cultural Park Blvd S (Joe Mazurkiewicz, Jr.)
• Rezoning: 706-712-718 SE 7th St (Gasparilla Investments LLC)
• Development: 4932 Normandy Ct (Waterway Boat Lift Covers Inc)
• Vacation: 2209 Skyline Blvd and 2208 SW 7th Pl (Avalon Engineering)
• Vacation: 2610 SW 8th Pl (DM Consulting, Inc.)

Committee of the Whole

The Cape Coral Committee of the Whole will discuss three business items: an updated concept plan for Jaycee Park, a comprehensive plan discussion for the Pine Island Road District, and the Florida Department of Emergency Management Legislative Appropriations Loan Program. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Jaycee Park Updated Concept Plan discussion
• Pine Island Road District Comprehensive Plan discussion
• Florida Department of Emergency Management Legislative Appropriations (LAP) Loan Program discussion

Selection Advisory Committee

The Selection Advisory Committee will consider a professional engineering services contract for the North South Transfer Pump Station Rehabilitation under RFP# RUT2391KR. No minutes from prior meetings are up for approval. The next meeting is scheduled for October 24, 2023.

• Professional Engineering Services for North South Transfer Pump Station Rehabilitation - RFP# RUT2391KR

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board will consider approving a teacher salary increase allocation distribution plan worth $107,561.34 for the 2023-2024 school year. The board will also vote on accepting $20,993.83 in state reading and tutoring grants for two elementary schools and $7,000 from a school bus auction. Reports from the superintendent, city manager, and foundation are scheduled.

• Request to approve $107,561.34 teacher salary increase allocation for SY 2023-2024
• Accept $11,110.26 Florida SoRT grant for Oasis Elementary South
• Accept $9,883.57 Florida SoRT grant for Oasis Elementary North
• Accept $7,000 from auction of 2011 ICC PB105 school bus
• Approval of minutes from September 12 and September 19, 2023 meetings

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one amending land development code for marine improvements and boat canopies, and another changing the future land use map for a property at 1011 SW 4th Terrace from Pine Island Road District to Single Family Residential. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the August 2, 2023 meeting.

• Ordinance 80-23: amends code for marine improvements and boat canopies
• Ordinance 79-23: FLUM change for 1011 SW 4th Terrace (10,624 sq ft) to Single Family Residential
• Applicant: Synergy Homes, LLC for the FLUM change
• Approval of August 2, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council – Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Cape Coral City Council. The council will conduct evaluations of the city auditor and council office staff. No other substantive business is listed.

• City Auditor Evaluation
• Council Office Staff Evaluations

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on two rezonings, a $165 million utility assessment bond, and a related resolution. The consent agenda includes contracts, property purchases, and equipment purchases totaling over $27 million. The meeting also includes recognitions, minutes approval, and citizen input.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 77-23 to rezone 20.31 acres at 1150-1200 SW 20th Ave from Agricultural to Commercial Corridor
• Public hearing on Ordinance 78-23 to rezone 5.5 acres at 125-231 Chiquita Blvd S from Commercial to Residential Single Family
• Public hearing on Ordinance 51-23 to change Future Land Use from Mixed Use to Multi-Family Residential at Del Prado Blvd and De Navarra Pkwy (25 acres)
• Public hearing on Ordinance 82-23 and Resolution 272-23 authorizing up to $165,000,000 in utility improvement assessment bonds for North 1 West Area
• Consent agenda includes $27,771,212 for capital equipment and vehicles, $1,147,000 purchase of 11300 Chandler Grove Dr, and $330,500 for police uniform rebranding

Hearing Examiner

The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings on three rezoning applications. The cases involve properties at 550 NE 4th Ter., 3130 Freedom Acres E. / 3018 & 3040 Freedom Acres W., and 1917 SW Santa Barbara Pl. The meeting is scheduled for October 3, 2023, at 9:00 AM in Council Chambers.

• Case RZN23-000010: 550 NE 4th Ter., applicant Big Marlin Properties LLC
• Case RZN23-000006: 3130 Freedom Acres E., 3018 & 3040 Freedom Acres W., applicant Development Services, Planning
• Case RZN23-000009: 1917 SW Santa Barbara Pl., applicant Cape Life, LLC
• Next hearing set for October 17, 2023, at 9:00 AM

Committee of the Whole

The Cape Coral City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss three items: the State and Federal Legislative Agenda, the FDOT State Road 78 (Pine Island Road) Vision Plan for safety and widening, and the Coral Oaks Golf Course RFP result and recommendation. No final votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Discussion of State and Federal Legislative Agenda
• FDOT State Road 78 – Pine Island Road Vision Plan (safety and widening)
• Coral Oaks Golf Course RFP result and recommendation
• Citizens input time (3 minutes per speaker, max 60 minutes)

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a consent agenda item approving a contract for insurance brokerage services with the Florida Municipal Insurance Trust (FMIT), administered by the Florida League of Cities. The meeting also includes citizens input time and scheduling of future meetings.

• Resolution 257-23: Approving Contract No. FRN2181AP for insurance brokerage services to Florida Municipal Insurance Trust (FMIT)
• Authorizing the City Manager to execute contract documents, purchase orders, and change orders
• Citizens Input Time: Up to 60 minutes for public comments on city matters

City Council – Special Meeting

The City Council will hold second and final public hearings on two ordinances: one to levy ad valorem taxes for 2023 at a rate of 5.3694 mills for general operations plus 0.1675 mills for debt service, and another to adopt the Fiscal Year 2024 operating and capital budgets. The meeting also includes citizens input time and scheduling of future meetings.

• Second and final public hearing on Ordinance 69-23 to levy 2023 ad valorem taxes at 5.3694 mills ($5.3694 per $1,000 assessed value) plus 0.1675 mills for debt service on Series 2019 and 2021 general obligation bonds
• Second and final public hearing on Ordinance 70-23 to adopt the City of Cape Coral Operating Budget, Revenues and Expenditures, and Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2024
• Citizens input period of up to 60 minutes (3 minutes per speaker) on any city government matter

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council is deciding on a consent agenda that includes a $1.2 million contract for repairs and renovations at Burton Memorial Park, along with several other contracts and purchases. The council will also hold public hearings on an affordable housing inventory list, a fair housing ordinance update, and a utility improvement bond of up to $165 million. Additionally, they will discuss an employment agreement with the interim city manager and a Pine Island Road district.

• $1.2M contract with F.H. Paschen for Burton Memorial Park repairs
• Purchase of four properties totaling $181,600 for future water production well sites
• Up to $165M in utility improvement assessment bonds for North 1 West area water/sewer projects
• Public hearing on affordable housing inventory list identifying city-owned property for affordable housing
• Rezoning of 20.31 acres at 1150-1200 SW 20th Avenue from Agricultural to Commercial Corridor

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The Transportation Advisory Commission will discuss multiphase road section improvements, identify FY2024 median improvement projects, and receive updates on Hurricane Ian recovery efforts for traffic signals and street signage. The commission will also hear presentations on the MPO update and the Multimodal Plan update. Public input is scheduled, and the agenda includes approval of the August 16, 2023 minutes.

• Multiphase Road Section Improvements presentation by Interim Transportation Manager Wendy Williams
• Identify FY2024 Median Improvement Projects with map and table attachments
• Hurricane Ian Recovery: Traffic Signal Repair Update and Street Sign Update
• Median Landscape Templates presentation by Arborist Omar Leon
• MPO Update by MPO Director Don Scott and Multimodal Plan Update by Principal Planner Laura Dodd

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Governing Board will vote on two lease agreements: a second amended master lease and an amended school bus lease with the City of Cape Coral. The board will also review and discuss service level agreements between the city and the charter school authority.

• Request for Approval of the Second Amended Master Lease Agreement between the City of Cape Coral and the Cape Coral Charter School Authority
• Request for Approval of the Amended School Bus Lease Agreement between the City of Cape Coral Charter School Authority and the City of Cape Coral
• Review and Discussion of the Service Level Agreements between the City of Cape Coral and the Cape Coral Charter School Authority

Hearing Examiner

The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings on six land-use applications, including a rezoning, a planned development, and several vacation requests. The meeting will also set the date for the next hearing. The agenda is substantive, with each case having attached staff packets.

• Case VP21-0016: 1933 SE 2nd Street and 204 SE 20th Place, applicant Nelson Pinney
• Case VAC23-000007: 118 SW 58th St, vacation request by Kurtis R. Krueger
• Case PDP22-000002: 3100 Del Prado Boulevard North, planned development by Wade Light
• Case PUD22-000013: 3100 Del Prado Blvd N., planned unit development by Coral Lakes SWFL, LLC
• Case RZN23-000003: 1322 NE 12th Ave., rezoning by Duplexes Resort Park LLC

Audit Committee

The Cape Coral Audit Committee is meeting to discuss changes to the FY25 audit plan, receive an update from the City Auditor, and address committee members whose terms expire in 2023. The agenda also includes approval of the July 12, 2023 minutes and public input.

• Discussion on FY25 Audit Plan Changes
• City Auditor's Office Update Report by City Auditor Russell
• Audit Committee Members with Terms Expiring in 2023
• Approval of minutes from July 12, 2023 regular meeting

Committee of the Whole

The Cape Coral Committee of the Whole will discuss several items including an electric vehicle presentation, an update on the Jaycee Park public forum, the Yacht Club ballroom deconstruction, a tree ordinance amendment, a review of city land under SB102, and a discussion on the Pine Island Road District development range. No final votes are taken at this meeting; it is a discussion session.

• Electric Vehicle Presentation
• Jaycee Park Public Forum Update
• Yacht Club Ballroom Deconstruction Update
• Tree Ordinance amendments to Chapter 5 (Landscaping)
• SB102 Review of City Land and draft policy

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Governing Board is approving several consent agenda items, including a $124,532 purchase of high school furniture and school hardening grants totaling $21,808 across four Oasis schools. The board also approved a joint-use agreement with the city and school improvement plans for two schools. A second amended master lease agreement was postponed to a special meeting on September 19.

• Approved $124,532 for Oasis High School classroom furniture using ESSER III funds
• Approved $21,808 in TAPS 23A-097 School Hardening Grants for safety and security at Oasis Elementary South ($6,000), Elementary North ($5,541), Middle School ($5,000), and High School ($5,267)
• Approved $2,500 Army National Guard Recruiting funding for 170 JROTC practice t-shirts
• Approved Joint Use Inter Local Agreement between the Charter School Authority and the City of Cape Coral
• Postponed until September 19 special meeting: Second Amended Master Lease Agreement for all charter schools and facilities

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council is holding a special meeting with two public hearings: one to set the 2023 ad valorem tax rate at 5.3694 mills for operations and 0.1675 mills for debt service, and another to adopt the Fiscal Year 2024 operating and capital budget. Both are first hearings, with second and final hearings scheduled for September 21, 2023.

• Ordinance 69-23: First public hearing to levy 5.3694 mills for operations and 0.1675 mills for debt service (Series 2019 and 2021 bonds) for tax year 2023
• Ordinance 70-23: First public hearing to adopt the City of Cape Coral Operating Budget and Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2024

The City Council approved a tentative operating millage rate and a tentative operating and capital budget for Fiscal Year 2024. Both items are scheduled for a second and final public hearing on September 21, 2023.

• Approved Proposed Operating Millage Rate at 5.3694 mills (8-0)
• Approved Parks General Obligation Bond millage rate at 0.1675 mills (8-0)
• Set Tentative Operating and Capital Budget at $1,095,678,548 (8-0)
• Scheduled second and final public hearings for Ordinance 69-23 and 70-23 for September 21, 2023

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will consider a consent agenda including a $270,000 contract for ballistic body armor, a $1.5 million sulfuric acid supply renewal, and several property purchases for water well sites. Public hearings are scheduled for a canal right-of-way vacation at 5710 Driftwood Parkway and a parking code amendment for the South Cape district.

• Resolution 168-23: $270,000 contract with Survival Armor Inc. for ballistic body armor (FY24-25)
• Resolution 225-23: $1.5 million annual renewal for sulfuric acid from Shrieve Chemical Company
• Resolution 241-23: Final plat approval consolidating 42 lots into two commercial parcels near Trafalgar Parkway and Skyline Boulevard
• Resolutions 244-23 and 245-23: Purchase of two properties ($49,300 and $43,800) for future production well sites
• Resolution 248-23: Interlocal agreement with Matlacha/Pine Island Fire Control District resolving annexation disputes ($59,335 in estimated tax payments)

The City Council approved a series of consent agenda items including police equipment, utility contracts, and land acquisitions. The council also approved a plat vacation for Driftwood Parkway and updated parking requirements for the South Cape zoning district.

• Approved $270,000 contract for ballistic body armor (8-0)
• Approved $1.5M sulfuric acid purchase agreement with Shrieve Chemical Company, LLC (8-0)
• Approved $49,300 and $43,800 purchases for two production well sites (8-0)
• Approved $126,509 TDC grant for beach park facility maintenance (8-0)
• Appointed Kevin McGrail to the Community Development Block Grant board (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 219-23 to vacate plat at 5710 Driftwood Parkway (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 66-23 amending parking requirements in South Cape zoning district (8-0)
• Approved interlocal agreements with Matlacha/Pine Island Fire Control District (8-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency will review and potentially revise its Special Events Sponsorship processes, procedures, and guidelines, then consider approving several sponsorship applications for upcoming events. The board will also approve the 2024 meeting schedule and receive informational updates on CRA projects and a leadership workshop.

• Review of CRA Special Events Sponsorship processes, procedures, and guidelines
• Approval of sponsorship applications: Chamber of Commerce Holiday Festival of Lights, Veterans Day Parade, Music and Art Fusion, Holiday Boat-A-Long, New Year's Eve Ball Drop, Leap Year Date Night
• 2024 Meeting Schedule for review and approval
• CRA Project Update (informational)
• Discussion of 1-Day Leadership Workshop (informational)

The Community Redevelopment Agency approved funding for six local events, including the Holiday Festival of Lights and the New Year's Eve Ball Drop. The board also agreed to define 'open to the public' to include ticketed events, provided they are not membership-only.

• Approved $4,000 sponsorship for Chamber of Commerce's Holiday Festival of Lights (4-0)
• Approved $5,000 sponsorship for Veteran's Day Parade (4-0)
• Approved $15,000 sponsorship for three Music and Arts Fusion events ($5,000 each) (5-0)
• Approved $5,000 sponsorship for Holiday Boat-A-Long at Four Freedoms (5-0)
• Approved $5,000 sponsorship for New Year's Eve Ball Drop (5-0)
• Approved $1,995 sponsorship for Leap Year Date Night (5-0)
• Approved 2024 Meeting Schedule (5-0)
• Agreed to define 'open to the public' as not membership-only, including ticketed or non-ticketed events

Selection Advisory Committee

The Selection Advisory Committee is meeting to consider a request for proposals (RFP# RCP23100MM) for professional engineering and design services for the Youth Center Skate Park Building. The agenda includes only this business item, along with routine items like roll call and setting the next meeting date. No minutes are scheduled for approval.

• Professional Engineering and Design Services for the Youth Center Skate Park Building - RFP#: RCP23100MM
• Next meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at 1:30 p.m. in Council Chambers

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will consider a consent agenda with 16 items, including contracts for a fire/police compensation study ($95,000), sports lighting replacement at four parks ($4,027,500), design services for Fire Station #10 ($1,127,933), and a $10 million state grant for wastewater lift station generators. Public hearings will set fire protection, lot mowing, stormwater, and solid waste assessment rates for fiscal year 2024. One ordinance on procurement rules was withdrawn.

• Resolution 204-23: $4,027,500 contract with Musco Sports Lighting for sports lighting replacement at Sports Complex, Pelican Baseball, Strausser BMX, and Caloosa parks
• Resolution 232-23: Accept $10,000,000 state grant for wastewater lift station generators
• Resolution 192-23: $95,000 single-source contract with The Segal Company for fire and police total compensation study
• Resolution 221-23: $1,127,933 contract with BSSW Architects for Fire Station #10 / Public Safety Annex design
• Public hearings on FY 2023-2024 assessment rates for fire protection, lot mowing, stormwater, and solid waste

City Council approved a series of consent agenda items including several infrastructure contracts and two major grants. The council also amended its rules of procedure to allow for remote attendance during emergencies.

• Approved $10M grant for wastewater lift station generators
• Approved $1.38M grant for North 1 Reclaimed Water Main Extension Project
• Approved $4.03M contract for sports lighting at four parks
• Approved $1.13M design agreement for Fire Station #10 / Public Safety Annex
• Approved $800,000 contract for Storm Football Complex repairs
• Approved $95,000 compensation study for Fire and Police
• Approved $41,800 purchase of 2325 NE 35th Street for production well site
• Approved amended remote attendance procedure for Council meetings (6-1)

Committee of the Whole

The Cape Coral Committee of the Whole is discussing several items including the Lee County Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR), the Direct Procurement Authority Process, a solid waste presentation, and the Lake Kennedy Racquet Center. They will also discuss marine improvements, board vacancies, and council remote participation. No final decisions are made at this meeting; it is a discussion session.

• Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR): Lee County Action Plan
• Direct Procurement Authority Process (DPA)
• Solid Waste Presentation
• Lake Kennedy Racquet Center Discussion
• Marine Improvements - Land Development Code Discussion - Accessory Structures Without a Primary Structure

The Committee of the Whole reviewed a consultant's report on the costs of bringing solid waste collection in-house versus continuing with outsourced contracts. No final decision was made, but the Mayor requested staff recommendations and further data by the end of the calendar year.

• Withdrew item 4.8.(2) Direct Procurement Authority Process (DPA) at the request of City Management
• Determined the CDBG-DR Lee County Action Plan item was for informational purposes only

Hearing Examiner

The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on two rezoning cases. The first is a city-initiated rezoning at 125-231 Chiquita Blvd S, and the second is an application by Veronica Martin for properties at 1150, 1160, and 1200 SW 20th Ave. The meeting will also set the date for the next hearing.

• Rezoning case RZN23-000007 at 125-231 Chiquita Blvd S, applicant City of Cape Coral
• Rezoning case RZN23-000012 at 1150, 1160, 1200 SW 20th Ave, applicant Veronica Martin
• Next hearing scheduled for September 19, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. in Council Chambers

Hearing Examiner Dalton recommended that City Council approve two rezoning requests. One request was submitted by the City of Cape Coral and the other by Veronica Martin.

• Recommended approval for rezoning at 125-231 Chiquita Blvd S. (Case#: RZN23-000007)
• Recommended approval for rezoning from Agricultural (A) to Commercial Corridor (CC) at 1150, 1160, 1200 SW 20th Ave. (Case#: RZN23-000012)

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Governing Board will consider approving the 2023-2024 Mental Health Application for Oasis Charter Schools, including a Youth Mental Health Awareness Training Plan and a Mental Health Assistance Allocation Plan. The application is to be submitted immediately to the School District of Lee County.

• Request for approval of the City of Cape Coral Oasis Charter Schools 2023-2024 Mental Health Application (Part I: Youth Mental Health Awareness Training Plan, Part II: Mental Health Assistance Allocation Plan)
• Application to be submitted to the School District of Lee County
• Next regular board meeting scheduled for September 12, 2023 at Oasis Elementary North

The Governing Board unanimously approved the City of Cape Coral Oasis Charter Schools 2023-2024 Mental Health Application Plan. This plan includes a Youth Mental Health Awareness Training Plan and a Mental Health Assistance Allocation Plan for submission to the School District of Lee County.

• Approved 2023-2024 Mental Health Application Plan (Unanimous)

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The Transportation Advisory Commission will receive updates on median beautifications, Hurricane Ian recovery for traffic signals and street signage, and discuss a final report on SR-78 and a cost analysis for square vs. round street sign posts. The meeting includes approval of July 12, 2023 minutes and public input.

• Hurricane Ian Recovery Update: Traffic Signals (Pimolmas Tan, Principal Engineer)
• Hurricane Ian Recovery Update: Street Signage (Wendy Williams, Interim Transportation Manager)
• SR-78 Final Report (S&ME)
• Cost Analysis for Square vs. Round Posts for Street Signs (Melanie Persaud, Engineer)
• Median Beautifications Update (Omar Leon, City Arborist)

The Transportation Advisory Commission reached a consensus to continue using square posts for street signs following a cost analysis. The meeting also included updates on median beautification, Hurricane Ian traffic signal repairs, and the SR-78 Final Report.

• Adopted the agenda (All ayes)
• Approved July 12, 2023 meeting minutes (All ayes)
• Consensus agreed to continue using square posts for street signs

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will hold public hearings and vote on a consent agenda including contracts for fire equipment, plan review services, and hurricane debris removal. Key items include a $1 million demolition of Yacht Club buildings, a $3.3 million contract for vegetative debris removal on vacant lots, and several land-use changes.

• Resolution 203-23: Approve up to $1,000,000 for demolition of Yacht Club buildings and deconstruction preservation of the Ball Room.
• Resolution 209-23: Approve $3,259,000 for removal of hurricane vegetative debris on vacant lots using Ceres Environmental Services.
• Resolution 202-23: Approve $889,535.20 purchase of a Sutphen fire pumper truck.
• Ordinance 22-23: Public hearing on sale of 180.65-acre surplus property (Academic Village) at Del Prado and Kismet Parkway to CAP 5 Development, LLC.
• Ordinance 51-23: Public hearing on changing land use from Mixed Use to Multi-Family Residential at Del Prado and De Navarra Parkway.

The City Council approved a series of consent agenda items including fire equipment purchases, land acquisitions for production wells, and hurricane debris removal. One resolution regarding the Yacht Club demolition was pulled for further discussion, and another regarding a joint use agreement was withdrawn.

• Approved $150,000 contract amendment with C.A.P. Government, Inc. for plan review services (7-0)
• Approved $100,000 contract with Calvin Giordano & Associates, Inc. for plan review services (7-0)
• Approved $215,450 total annual contract for median mowing with John Fideli Landscapes, LLC (7-0)
• Approved $1,000,000 estimated annual purchase order for fire equipment and supplies (7-0)
• Approved final plat for Bimini Square (7-0)
• Approved $889,535.20 purchase of a Sutphen Extreme Duty Custom Pumper (7-0)
• Approved $249,642.00 USDA grant for freshwater canal debris removal (7-0)
• Approved $3,259,000 for hurricane vegetative debris removal on vacant lots (7-0)

City Council – Budget Workshop

The City Council is continuing its discussion regarding the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. The workshop includes staff presentations and responses to previous requests from council members and the Mayor.

• FY24 Budget discussion continued

The City Council held a workshop to discuss the Fiscal Year 2024 proposed budget, including revenue allocations and funding for beautification and sidewalks. No final votes were taken; the first public hearing to approve tentative millage rates and the budget is scheduled for September 7, 2023.

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Governing Board will vote on reallocating $24,415.60 in donated STEM funds, approving a FY 2023 budget amendment, and adopting policy updates. The board also postponed indefinitely an interlocal agreement for joint use of Jim Jeffers Park with Oasis Elementary North.

• Reallocate $24,415.60 in Oasis STEM donated funds to continue STEM initiatives
• Approve FY 2023 Budget Amendment-1
• Adopt NEOLA policy updates (Volume 23, No. 2, January 2023 revisions)
• Postpone indefinitely interlocal agreement for joint use of Jim Jeffers Park and Oasis Elementary North
• Move June regular meeting to fourth Tuesday to meet Lee County mental health plan submission deadline

The Governing Board approved a budget amendment for FY 2023 and reallocated $24,415.60 in donated STEM funds back to Oasis Charter Schools. The board also adopted NEOLA policy updates and approved the 2023-2024 teachers-out-of-field notification list.

• Approved FY 2023 Budget Amendment 1 (Unanimous)
• Approved reallocation of $24,415.60 in donated STEM funds from SY 2021-2022 and SY 2022-2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved SY 2023-2024 Teachers-Out-of-Field Notification List (Unanimous)
• Approved NEOLA Policies Special Update, Volume 23, No. 2, January 2023 Revisions (Unanimous)
• Postponed indefinitely the Inter Local Agreement regarding joint use of Jim Jeffers Park and Oasis Elementary North (Unanimous)
• Approved moving the June regular meeting date to the fourth Tuesday of the month (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 13, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

Selection Advisory Committee

The Selection Advisory Committee will consider a request for Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) services for projects under $1 million, under RFP# RPW2371MM. No minutes are up for approval. The next meeting is scheduled for August 24, 2023.

• Discussion of Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) Services for projects less than $1M, RFP# RPW2371MM

City Council – Budget Workshop

The Cape Coral City Council is holding a budget workshop to discuss the FY24 budget. The agenda includes a staff presentation and additional information from the City Attorney's Office. No specific budget figures or decisions are listed in the agenda text.

• FY24 Budget discussion with staff presentation
• City Attorney Office additional information and updated FY24 proposed budget

The City Council held a workshop to discuss the proposed FY2024 budget, which includes an all-funds total of $1,090,989,128. No final votes were taken; the council reviewed department requests, staffing needs, and proposed rate increases. Public hearings to approve and adopt the budget are scheduled for September 7 and September 21, 2023.

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will consider several items including a $300,000 increase for harmful algal bloom treatment, a rezoning of 2.15 acres at 809-907 Kismet Parkway E from Commercial to Industrial, and a voluntary annexation of 8.87 acres at 2750 & 2700 NE Pine Island Road. The consent agenda includes contract renewals for Lowe's ($200,000), Graybar Electric ($200,000), and Ballard Partners lobbying ($60,000), plus a $15,000 grant for school resource officer equipment and a settlement with Waste Pro. Several public hearings are set for August 16, including a budget increase of $41,401,800 and establishment of two community development districts.

• Resolution 191-23: $300,000 increase for harmful algal bloom treatment equipment and services
• Ordinance 57-23: Rezone 2.15 acres at 809-907 Kismet Parkway E from Commercial to Industrial
• Ordinance 55-23: Voluntary annexation of 8.87 acres at 2750 & 2700 NE Pine Island Road
• Resolution 189-23: Renewal of Ballard Partners lobbying contract at $60,000 annually
• Resolution 197-23: Settlement of contractual dispute with Waste Pro of Florida, Inc.

The City Council approved the rezoning of 2.15 acres at 809-907 Kismet Parkway E from commercial to industrial. Council also approved several contract renewals and appointments to city boards. A discussion on Budget Review Committee vacancies was deferred to a future meeting.

• Approved rezoning of 809-907 Kismet Parkway E from Commercial to Industrial (8-0)
• Approved $200,000 contract renewal with Lowe's Home Centers, LLC (8-0)
• Approved $200,000 contract with Graybar Electric Company, Inc. (8-0)
• Approved $120,000 renewal for Ballard Partners, Inc. lobbying services (8-0)
• Approved $300,000 for harmful algal bloom response and recovery (8-0)
• Accepted $15,000 Lee County Public Safety Grant for school resource officer equipment (8-0)
• Approved settlement with Waste Pro of Florida, Inc. (8-0)
• Appointed Rene A. Marazon to Charter School Governing Board and Kiley Lebid to Youth Council (8-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 66-23, which would amend the Land Development Code's parking, loading, and driveway requirements for the South Cape (SC) zoning district. The meeting also includes approval of the July 12, 2023 minutes, citizens input, staff updates, and member comments.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 66-23 amending parking lot site requirements in the South Cape (SC) zoning district
• Approval of meeting minutes from July 12, 2023
• Citizens input period
• Staff updates and other business

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of Ordinance 66-23 to amend parking lot site requirements in the South Cape (SC) zoning district. The proposed changes apply to businesses located near city-owned parking lots. The commission also approved the meeting minutes from July 12, 2023.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance 66-23 regarding South Cape parking requirements (7-0)
• Approved July 12, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to adopt a consent agenda item amending its FY2024 budget, discuss unfinished business on clock location and Christmas decorations, and consider new business including special event sponsorship applications, a demolition incentive program, and informational items on the Lee County bridge design and a proposed parking requirement change. Staff will also introduce a new CRA specialist, update alleyway improvements, and consider a letter of support for a U.S. DOT grant application.

• CRA Resolution 5-23 amends budget for FY2024 (Oct 1, 2023–Sep 30, 2024)
• Special event sponsorship applications: SCHEA Spooktacular, Pride Cape Coral, Rotary Club Art Festival
• Demolition Incentive Program discussion
• Ordinance 66-23: proposed LDC change to parking requirements (informational)
• Letter of support for 2023 U.S. DOT PROTECT grant for Cape Coral Parkway Resiliency Planning Study

The Agency approved a budget amendment to allocate $1,225,365 in additional revenue to economic incentives. The board also approved three special event sponsorships and voted to eliminate a proposed clock project.

• Approved CRA Resolution 5-23 to add $1,225,365 to FY2024 economic incentives (5-0)
• Voted to eliminate the clock location topic (3-2)
• Approved $5,000 sponsorship for SCHEA 10th Annual South Cape Spooktacular Drink and Treat (3-2)
• Approved $5,000 sponsorship for 6th Annual Pride Cape Coral (5-0)
• Approved $5,000 sponsorship for 39th Cape Coral Art Festival and Marketplace (5-0)
• Approved minutes from June 6, 2023 meeting (Voice Poll: All ayes)

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several legislative items including proposed 2024 millage rates and various zoning amendments. The agenda includes multiple public hearings regarding land use changes, utility easements, and service assessments.

• Proposed general operating millage rate of 5.3694 mills
• Infrastructure grant proposal for Victory Park in the amount of $4,020,402
• Purchase of 3401 Andalusia Boulevard for $51,800 for water production
• Wastewater sludge dewatering contract with Polydyne Inc. totaling $690,000 over three years
• Software maintenance agreement for public works totaling $577,860.60 through 2026

The Council approved a consent agenda featuring several utility contracts, a land purchase for a water well, and a grant application for Victory Park. The City Auditor's FY24 Strategic Plan was also approved. A request to vacate a plat for an alley on Burnt Store Road North was denied.

• Approved $4,020,402 grant application for Victory Park infrastructure (7-0)
• Approved $690,000 three-year contract with Polydyne Inc. for wastewater sludge dewatering (7-0)
• Approved $577,860.60 software agreement for transportation and stormwater data (7-0)
• Approved $51,800 purchase of 3401 Andalusia Boulevard for Water Production Well Site #343 (7-0)
• Approved City Auditor's Office FY24 Strategic Plan and Annual Audit Plan (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat for ALDI-CHIQUITA at Pine Island Rd. and Chiquita Blvd. (7-0)
• Denied Resolution 157-23 to vacate plat for an alley at 6 and 16 Burnt Store Road North (3-4)
• Approved five-year lease renewal for Yacht Club Boat Ramp and Pier (7-0)

Selection Advisory Committee

The Selection Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting on July 25, 2023, to discuss a single item: professional design and permitting services for the Bimini Basin Mooring Field (RFP#: RPW2380MM). The meeting is otherwise procedural, with no minutes to approve and a next meeting scheduled for August 10.

• Professional Design and Permitting Services for the Bimini Basin Mooring Field RFP#: RPW2380MM

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will conduct hearings regarding two specific case files. These include a matter involving Windward Construction and a matter involving the City of Cape Coral.

• Case#: VAC23-000006; 5710 Driftwood Pkwy; Applicant: Windward Construction
• Case#: VAC22-000031; 1806-1936 SW 15th Pl and 1817-1931 Chiquita Blvd S; Applicant: City of Cape Coral

Hearing Examiner Dalton recommended the approval of two separate requests to vacate plat easements or rights-of-way. One request was submitted by Windward Construction and the other by the City of Cape Coral.

• Recommended approval for vacation of plat easement/right-of-way at 5710 Driftwood Pkwy (VAC23-000006)
• Recommended approval for vacation of alley at 1806-1926 SW PI. and 1817-1931 Chiquita Blvd. (VAC22-000031)

Committee of the Whole

The Cape Coral Committee of the Whole will discuss several items, including commercial recreational watercraft rental permits and a proposed contract for the development of Academic Village. The meeting also includes quarterly reports on grants, parks GO bonds, capital improvements, communications, and economic development. Citizens may provide input during a designated 60-minute period.

• Discussion of Commercial Recreational Watercraft Rental Permits
• Discussion of Proposed Contract for Development of Academic Village
• Discussion of Procurement Ordinance
• Quarterly Grants Management Report
• Quarterly Parks GO Bond Report

The Committee of the Whole reached a majority agreement to discontinue the commercial jet ski and boat rental program at municipal boat ramps. Businesses will be granted a transition period to relocate their operations by December 31, 2023.

• Directed staff to discontinue Commercial Recreational Watercraft Rental Permits (Option 1)
• Established business transition period ending December 31, 2023

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Cape Coral Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair, approve the April 11, 2023 meeting minutes, and discuss regulatory incentives C, E, F, G, H, and J. The meeting is scheduled for July 18, 2023, at 5:30 PM in Council Chambers.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of April 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of regulatory incentives C, E, F, G, H, and J

The committee elected a new Chair and Vice Chair and approved the continuation of five existing affordable housing incentives. Members discussed Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) but deferred a recommendation pending further review of 2019 data and AARP guidelines.

• Appointed Member Zivkovic as Chair (7-0)
• Appointed Member York as Vice Chair (7-0)
• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved maintaining Flexibility in Density as is (7-0)
• Approved maintaining Reduction in Parking and Setback Requirements as is (7-0)
• Approved maintaining Flexible Lot Configurations as is (7-0)
• Approved maintaining Modification of Street Requirements for Affordable Housing as is (7-0)
• Approved maintaining Triennial Review of Locally Owned Land Suitable for Affordable Housing (7-0)

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The Transportation Advisory Commission will hear updates on roadway paving funding needs, new traffic signals, and a FDOT school zone grant. The agenda also includes Hurricane Ian recovery updates on signals and signage, a landscaping project update, and a cost analysis for street sign posts.

• Roadway Paving Plan Funding Needs presentation
• New Traffic Signals discussion with map
• FDOT School Zone Grant Update with maps
• Hurricane Ian Recovery Update on traffic signals and street signage
• Cost Analysis for Square v. Round Posts for Street Signs

The commission approved the agenda and the May 17, 2023, meeting minutes. Members received staff presentations and updates on roadway paving funding, new traffic signals, FDOT school zone grants, and the Multimodal Transportation Master Plan.

• Adopted amended agenda (All ayes)
• Approved May 17, 2023 meeting minutes (All ayes)

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider awarding a $2.86 million contract for resurfacing 17.1 lane miles of major roads and approving $644,390 in emergency repairs to degasifier towers at the South RO Plant. Other notable items include a $662,053 increase in SHIP funding for Habitat for Humanity, a 10-year boat slip lease for the Police Marine Unit at $1 per year, and a discussion on the City Manager's position. The agenda also includes multiple public hearings on plat vacations, rezoning, annexation, and land use changes.

• Resolution 166-23: Award $2,858,213.52 contract to Ajax Paving for FY2023 major roads resurfacing (17.1 lane miles)
• Resolution 169-23: Approve $644,390.70 emergency purchase order to Deloach Industries for degasifier tower repairs at South RO Plant (2090 SW 32nd St)
• Resolution 173-23: Increase SHIP subrecipient agreement with Habitat for Humanity by $662,053 (total $1,018,197)
• Resolution 176-23: Renew 10-year license agreement for Police Marine Unit boat slip at Tarpon Point Marina ($1/year)
• Ordinance 53-23: Public hearing to rezone 41.7 acres at 2810-3000 SW Pine Island Road from Agricultural to Commercial Corridor

The City Council approved several infrastructure and equipment contracts, including major road resurfacing and emergency utility repairs. The council also approved funding increases for Habitat for Humanity and the purchase of new service trucks.

• Approved $2,858,213.52 contract to Ajax Paving Industries of Florida, LLC for Major Roads Resurfacing FY 2023
• Approved $644,390.70 emergency purchase order to Deloach Industries, Inc. for South RO Plant degasifier towers
• Approved $180,166 purchase of two Ford F-550 UCO service trucks from Duval Ford
• Approved $662,053 funding increase for Habitat for Humanity of Lee and Hendry Counties
• Approved $21,350 Edward Byrne Assistance Grant (JAG) for police gas masks and filters
• Approved minutes for meetings on May 31, June 7, June 14, and June 26, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to consider one public hearing item: Ordinance 54-23, which would amend the Future Land Use Map for two parcels at 2120 and 2200 SW Pine Island Road from Rural to Pine Island Road District (PIRD). The commission will also approve minutes from the June 7, 2023 meeting and take citizen input.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 54-23 (FLUM23-000005) to change land use on 15.12 acres at 2120 and 2200 SW Pine Island Road from Rural to PIRD
• Applicant: Walco Leasing, LLC
• Approval of meeting minutes from June 7, 2023

The commission approved the minutes from the June 7, 2023 meeting. A public hearing was held regarding Ordinance 54-23 to amend the Future Land Use Map for two parcels at 2120 and 2200 SW Pine Island Road. The provided text does not record a final decision or vote on the ordinance.

• Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Audit Committee

The Cape Coral Audit Committee will consider approving the City Auditor's Office FY24 Strategic and Annual Audit Plan and proposed updates to the committee's by-laws. The committee will also receive an update report from the City Auditor. The meeting includes routine items such as roll call, approval of prior minutes, and public input.

• Approval of the City Auditor's Office FY24 Strategic and Annual Audit Plan
• Proposed updates to the Audit Committee By-Laws
• City Auditor's Office Update Report from City Auditor Russell
• Approval of minutes from the May 24, 2023 regular meeting

The Audit Committee recommended the FY24 Strategic and Annual Audit Plan to the City Council. The committee also approved updates to its own by-laws regarding member attendance. The City Auditor provided status updates on several internal and external audits, including those for Public Works and Police SROs.

• Recommended FY24 Strategic Plan and Annual Audit Plan for Council approval (5-0)
• Approved updated Audit Committee By-Laws, changing section 2.4.1 to require absence from three consecutive meetings (5-0)
• Approved May 24, 2023 Meeting Minutes (Voice Poll: All ayes)

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on a contract for the City Attorney position. The agenda includes a single new business item regarding this contract, along with routine procedural items like citizen input and scheduling future meetings.

• New Business: City Attorney Position Contract

The City Council approved the employment agreement for City Attorney Aleksandr Boksner. The approval included incorporating specific wording revisions requested by Councilmember Steinke regarding compensation timelines and termination terminology.

• Approved City Attorney contract for Aleksandr Boksner with requested word revisions (8-0)

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council is holding a special meeting with one substantive item: discussion of an investigation report. The agenda includes citizens input time and scheduling of future meetings, but the primary focus is the investigation report discussion.

• Investigation Report Discussion (New Business item 5A)
• Citizens Input Time (max 60 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker)
• Next Regular Meeting scheduled for July 12, 2023 at 4:30 PM

The City Council voted to turn an investigation report over to the State Attorney's Office to determine if there are criminal or regulatory elements. A separate motion to charge Councilmember Cummings with conduct constituting grounds for forfeiture of office was defeated.

• Motion to charge Councilmember Cummings with conduct constituting grounds for forfeiture of office failed (2-6)
• Approved turning investigation report over to the State Attorney for further investigation (7-1)

Hearing Examiner

The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings on two applications: a vacation of rights-of-way at 113 & 117 El Dorado Pkwy W. and a rezoning at 809 Kismet Pkwy E. The meeting will also set the date for the next hearings. The agenda is otherwise procedural, outlining hearing rules and procedures.

• Case VAC22-000027: vacation application for 113 & 117 El Dorado Pkwy W., applicant William Cronin
• Case RZN22-000012: rezoning application for 809 Kismet Pkwy E., applicant Gulf Coast Closets, LLC
• Next hearings scheduled for Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. in Council Chambers

The Hearing Examiner issued recommendations for a right-of-way vacation and a zoning change. Both requests were recommended for approval based on staff testimony and applicant presentations.

• Recommended approval for vacation of hammerhead at 113 & 117 El Dorado Pkwv W. (Case VAC22-000027)
• Recommended approval for rezoning 809 Kismet Pkwv E. from Commercial to Industrial (Case RZN22-000012)

Cape Coral City Council Retreat

The Cape Coral City Council is holding a retreat to discuss several operational and financial items, including a fleet study and facility update, the asset management plan side of the budget, solid waste rates, and a stormwater utility rate study. No votes or decisions are scheduled; these are discussion items only.

• Fleet Study discussion
• Fleet Facility Study Update discussion
• Asset Management Plan (AMP) side of the Budget discussion
• Solid Waste Rates Discussion
• Stormwater Utility Rate Study Discussion

The City Council reached a general consensus to move forward with the larger design option for a new fleet maintenance facility. The council also discussed a fleet study, the potential for a revolving fund for vehicle replacements, and various capital projects for FY2024.

• Agreed to proceed with the larger fleet facility option (40 bays, $49,336,000 estimate)

City Council – Special Meeting

The City Council interviewed three candidates and voted to enter contract negotiations with Aleksandr Boksner. A team consisting of the Mayor and the City Attorney's Office was authorized to draft a contract, with the option to consult the search firm.

• Approved motion to engage in contract negotiations with Aleksandr Boksner (8-0)
• Approved creation of a contract review team comprising the Mayor and City Attorney's Office (8-0)
• Scheduled Special Meeting for contract review on June 26 at 4:00 p.m.

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council is meeting to vote on a consent agenda that includes a $14.96 million contract amendment for the Police Department Training Facility (Phase 2), a $1.44 million School Resource Officer agreement with the Lee County School Board, and several utility project grants and amendments. The council will also discuss a stormwater utility rate study and set public hearings for two plat vacations.

• Resolution 151-23: Approve $14,958,609.60 contract amendment for Police Training Facility Phase 2 with Kaufman Lynn Construction
• Resolution 139-23: Approve $1,440,000 School Resource Officer agreement with Lee County School Board
• Resolution 150-23: Award $118,120 contract to DCG Corplan Consulting for Economic Development Strategic Plan
• Resolution 160-23: Approve final plat for Block 1912 replat consolidating 19 lots at Trafalgar Pkwy and Skyline Blvd
• Resolution 147-23 and 148-23: Set public hearings for July 12 on plat vacations at NE Pine Island Rd/NE 13th Ave and Del Rio Court

The City Council adopted the agenda and approved several resolutions via the consent agenda, including a major contract for a police training facility and various utility grant extensions. Multiple residents provided testimony opposing the demolition of the Yacht Club Ballroom.

• Approved $14,958,609.60 for Police Department Training Facility Phase 2 (Resolution 151-23)
• Approved $118,120 contract with DCG Corplan Consulting, LLC for Economic Development Strategic Plan (Resolution 150-23)
• Approved $1.44M School Resource Officer Agreement with Lee County School Board (Resolution 139-23)
• Approved $54,304.29 for Nicholas Parkway Waterline Replacement and Paving and Drainage Improvement (Resolution 118-23)
• Approved time extensions for FDEP Grant Agreements for Caloosahatchee Connect and Cape Coral Reservoir projects (Resolutions 144-23, 145-23, 146-23)
• Approved additional design phase services for the Yacht Club with no dollar impact (Resolution 152-23)
• Approved Final Plat for Block 1912 Replat at Trafalgar Pkwy and Skyline Blvd (Resolution 160-23)

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board met to approve the FY 2024 tentative budget and new financial management policies. The board also addressed staff salary range expansions and accepted the resignation of the Vice Chair.

• Approval of FY 2024 Tentative Budget
• Approval of 2023-2024 annual purchase orders over $100,000.00
• Allocation of $7,650.00 for Title II activities at Oasis Elementary South
• Salary range expansions for Assistant Principal and Paraprofessionals I and II
• Acceptance of Vice Chair resignation and board reorganization

The Governing Board approved the FY 2024 tentative budget and adopted new financial management policies. The board also approved several salary range expansions for school staff and accepted the resignation of Vice Chair Melissa Rodriguez Meehan.

• Approved FY 2024 Tentative Budget (Unanimous)
• Approved and adopted Financial Management Policies (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023-2024 Annual Purchase Orders over $100,000.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved $7,650.00 Title II allocation for Oasis Elementary South (Unanimous)
• Approved salary range expansions for Assistant Principal, Paraprofessional I, and Paraprofessional II (Unanimous)
• Approved Substitute Clinic Assistant job description and salary range (Unanimous)
• Approved provision of business cards for Governing Board members (Unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Vice Chair Melissa Rodriguez Meehan and appointed Kristifer Jackson as new Vice Chair (Unanimous)

Youth Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Youth Council is holding a regular meeting to discuss several projects and initiatives, including the 2023 FLC Community Service Contest, senior and junior projects, Love Locks project updates, and a Blessings in a Backpack sponsorship. They will also consider a strategic plan discussion and a communications director application process. The meeting includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and an advisor presentation.

• 2023 FLC Community Service Contest Discussion
• Senior Project Discussion
• Junior Project Discussion
• Love Locks Project Updates
• Blessings in a Backpack - Sponsorship

The provided document is an agenda for the June 9, 2023, meeting. It does not record any votes, decisions, or outcomes of the discussions listed.

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Commission recommended approval for a land use change to multi-family residential at Del Prado Boulevard and De Navarra Parkway. It also recommended approval for a commercial land use change on Diplomat Parkway East and an update to concrete fence regulations in utility easements.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance 47-23 regarding concrete fences and walls in public utility or drainage easements (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 50-23 to change 14.6 acres at 1902-2351 Diplomat Parkway East from Multi-Family Residential to Commercial/Professional (3-2)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 51-23 to change 25 acres at Del Prado Boulevard and De Navarra Parkway from Mixed Use to Multi-Family Residential (4-1)
• Approved April 5, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council will vote on several utility contracts, including emergency sewer repairs and a large infrastructure project. The body will also hold public hearings on a rezoning request and updates to water management and board administration ordinances.

• Contract for Gleason Parkway Fiber Optics Conduit and Force Main to R.P. Utility & Excavation Corp. for $3,344,299.20
• Rezoning of 1213 Academy Boulevard from Professional (P) to Residential Multi-Family Low (RML)
• Purchase of 5,000 steel sign posts from Safety Zone Holdings, Inc. for $140,000
• Emergency repair to Clarifier #4 by CROM, LLC for $276,061.73
• Ordinance to repeal the Golf Course, Nuisance Abatement, Waterway, and Parks and Recreation Advisory Boards

The City Council approved the purchase of 5,000 steel sign posts and adopted the minutes from two previous May meetings. Council members and residents discussed the potential demolition and preservation of the Yacht Club Ballroom, though no final decision was recorded.

• Approved purchase of 5,000 steel sign posts from Safety Zone Holdings, Inc for $140,000
• Approved minutes for May 17, 2023 Regular Meeting (8-0)
• Approved minutes for May 24, 2023 Special Meeting (Voice Poll: All ayes)

Community Redevelopment Agency – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency will consider a consent agenda item for a change order request (Resolution 4-23) for Fire Department Connections at Club Square. The board will also hear a presentation on the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ended September 30, 2022, and discuss the Breaking Barriers to Business NOFA, concrete enclosure submissions, and disposition of CRA assets.

• Resolution 4-23 Change Order request for Fire Department Connections at Club Square
• Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for CRA's Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2022 Presentation
• Breaking Barriers To Business NOFA
• Concrete Enclosure Submissions
• Disposition of CRA Assets

The agency approved a budget increase for fire department connections at Club Square and selected two artworks for concrete enclosures. The board also discussed the replacement of a damaged post clock and the upcoming Breaking Barriers to Business funding availability.

• Approved Resolution 4-23 for a $76,748 change order for Fire Department Connections at Club Square (4-0)
• Approved placement of 'Tropical Owl' and 'Habitat II' artworks for concrete enclosures (4-0)
• Decided against adding chimes to the replacement post clock
• Adopted the meeting agenda (Voice Poll: All ayes)
• Approved May 2, 2023 meeting minutes (Voice Poll: All ayes)

Committee of the Whole

The Cape Coral Committee of the Whole will discuss four business items: a public-private partnership overview, special events in the city, proposed updates to the protection of public water system ordinance (including a draft backflow prevention ordinance), and the Yacht Club ballroom. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Public-Private Partnership Overview
• Special Events discussion
• Protection of Public Water System Ordinance Updates (draft Backflow Prevention Ordinance)
• Yacht Club Ballroom Discussion (with damage and substantial damage rule documents)

The Committee of the Whole discussed special event categories and the use of public-private partnerships. Council members agreed to add Memorial Day and Purple Heart Day to the city's event schedule for the next budget cycle. Residents also provided input requesting the preservation of the Yacht Club Ballroom.

• Agreed to add a Memorial Day event to the next budget cycle
• Agreed to add a Purple Heart Day event (August 7th) to the schedule
• Proposed adding 'open to the public' language to City Supported Event criteria

Selection Advisory Committee

The Selection Advisory Committee will discuss audited results for the Design Professional Services for the Andalusia Boulevard Roadway Extension (RCP2333JM) and decide whether to accept the total 'as-is' or rescind a previous vote. No minutes are approved at this meeting.

• Discussion of audited results for Design Professional Services Andalusia Boulevard Roadway Extension - RCP2333JM
• Determination to accept total 'as-is' or rescind previous vote

Audit Committee

The Cape Coral Audit Committee is meeting to receive a presentation on the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) from CliftonLarsonAllen, discuss ideas for the FY24 audit plan, and hear the City Auditor's monthly update. The committee will also approve minutes from the March 8, 2023 meeting. This is a regular business meeting with no public hearings or votes on ordinances.

• ACFR presentation by CliftonLarsonAllen
• Discussion of FY24 audit plan ideas
• City Auditor's update report for May 2023
• Approval of minutes from March 8, 2023 meeting

The Committee approved the March 8, 2023, meeting minutes and received a presentation on the September 30, 2022, audit. Members discussed potential additions to the FY24 Audit Plan, including canal vegetative debris removal and Coral Oaks follow-up. No formal votes were taken on the proposed audit plan items.

• Adopted the agenda (All ayes)
• Approved March 8, 2023 Meeting Minutes (All ayes)

City Council – Special Meeting

The City Council is considering the repeal of several advisory boards and a new plan for community development block grant disaster recovery. The meeting also includes a resolution to rescind the Budget Review Committee.

• Resolution 133-23: Repeal the Budget Review Committee
• Resolution 134-23: Adopt the CDBG-DR Projects and Programs Plan
• Ordinance 52-23: Repeal Golf Course, Nuisance Abatement, Waterway, Parks and Recreation, and Cape Competes advisory boards

The City Council approved a plan for Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery projects and programs. A resolution to repeal the Budget Review Committee failed to pass. A public hearing for an ordinance to repeal several other advisory boards was set for June 7, 2023.

• Approved Resolution 134-23 adopting the CDBG-DR Projects and Programs Plan (8-0)
• Denied Resolution 133-23 to repeal the Budget Review Committee (4-4)
• Scheduled public hearing for Ordinance 52-23 regarding advisory board repeals for June 7, 2023
• Approved special attorney-client session for May 31, 2023, regarding Waste Pro of Florida, Inc. vs City of Cape Coral (8-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Cape Coral Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several items, including the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year 2022, code compliance, fire breaks in city parks, minimum wage, and proposed Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery projects. These are discussion items only, with no formal votes scheduled. Citizens may provide input during the designated time.

• Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for fiscal year ended September 30, 2022, presentation
• Code Compliance Organizational Assessment Final Report and presentation
• Fire breaks in city parks discussion with presentations
• Minimum wage discussion with backup materials
• CDBG-DR proposed projects, including memo from Interim City Manager Ilczyszyn and action plan needs analysis

The Committee of the Whole reached a consensus to move the minimum wage to $15 per hour for General Union and non-bargaining employees. Staff will bring back resolutions for a formal vote to determine if the increase is effective July 1 or retroactive to April 1. A comprehensive wage study is also underway to determine future targets.

• Directed staff to bring back resolutions for a $15/hour minimum wage for General Union and non-bargaining employees
• Consensus reached on $15/hour minimum wage target (7-1)
• Split 4-4 on whether implementation should be retroactive to April or start July 1

Community Development Block Grant Citizens Advisory Board

The Cape Coral CDBG Citizens Advisory Board will meet to consider applications for the 2023-2024 Community Development Block Grant program, hear staff funding recommendations, and make their own funding recommendations.

• Approval of minutes from March 27, 2023
• CDBG 2023-2024 Applications: applicant presentations
• CDBG 2023-2024 Applications: staff funding recommendation
• CDBG 2023-2024 Applications: Citizens Advisory Board funding recommendation
• Public input period (3 minutes per speaker)

The Citizens Advisory Board for Community Development Block Grant approved the staff recommendations for 2023-2024 funding applications. The board heard presentations from several local nonprofits and city programs regarding their use of CDBG funds for social services, housing, and transportation.

• Approved March 27, 2023 meeting minutes (All ayes)
• Approved May 22, 2023 meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved Staff Recommendations for CDBG 2023-2024 Applications (3-0)

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Transportation Advisory Commission will discuss the Major and Local Roadway 5-Year Paving Plan, receive updates on Hurricane Ian recovery for traffic signals and street signage, and hear progress reports on sidewalk construction, the Multimodal Transportation Master Plan, Evacuation Route Study, and SR-78 Corridor Plan. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public input.

• Major and Local Roadway 5-Year Paving Plan presentation
• Hurricane Ian recovery update: traffic signals and street signage
• Sidewalk construction update on Skyline Boulevard from Cape Coral Parkway to El Dorado Parkway
• Multimodal Transportation Master Plan update
• Evacuation Route Study and SR-78 Corridor Plan updates

The Transportation Advisory Commission decided to pursue a sidewalk on the west side of a one-mile stretch of Skyline Boulevard. The body also recommended that Lee County use horizontal traffic signals for future replacements. Other items including paving plans and evacuation studies were discussed without formal action.

• Approved pursuing sidewalk on the west side of Skyline Boulevard (3-2)
• Approved recommendation to Lee County for horizontal replacement stop lights (5-0)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (Voice Poll: All ayes)
• Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes (Voice Poll: All ayes)

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council is meeting to vote on a consent agenda with major infrastructure contracts, including a $13.1M master pump station and $12.6M utility extension oversight, plus several rezonings and ordinance introductions. Public hearings will be held for three rezoning requests and two lease agreements. The agenda also includes updates on Hurricane Ian recovery and permitting.

• Resolution 109-23: Award $13,085,600 contract to TLC Diversified for Master Pump Station 100
• Resolution 103-23: Award $12,587,946 contract to Tetra Tech for North 1 West Utilities Extension CEI
• Resolution 96-23: Award $972,080 to Magellan Advisors for fiber optic network design
• Ordinance 36-23: Public hearing to remove lots from South Santa Barbara Plaza planned development
• Ordinance 40-23 & 41-23: Public hearings to rezone properties to Residential Multi-Family Low and Institutional

The City Council approved a consent agenda featuring 18 items, including significant funding for water utilities, road resurfacing, and fiber optic network design. The council also reappointed Mayor Gunter as the voting delegate to the Florida League of Cities Board of Directors.

• Approved $13.09M contract for Master Pump Station 100 (8-0)
• Approved $12.59M for North 1 West Utilities Extension Project CEI services (8-0)
• Approved $3.41M for local roads resurfacing (8-0)
• Approved $972,080 for fiber optic network design and permitting (8-0)
• Approved $1.5M annual contract for Sodium Hypochlorite purchase (8-0)
• Approved purchase of two properties for future production well sites for $92,800 total (8-0)
• Approved $290,731.72 for Oasis Elementary Charter School modular classroom improvements (8-0)
• Reappointed Mayor Gunter as voting delegate to the Florida League of Cities Board of Directors (8-0)

Hearing Examiner

The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings on three cases: a rezoning application by Lee Memorial Health Systems for properties at 2810-3000 SW Pine Island Road, and two vacation requests. The meeting also sets the next hearing date for June 20, 2023.

• Rezoning case RZN22-000029 for 2810-3000 SW Pine Island Road by Lee Memorial Health Systems
• Vacation case VAC22-000034 for 5414 & 5418 SW 3rd Avenue by Mark and Valerie Prusaitis
• Vacation case VAC22-000033 for 6 & 16 Burnt Store Road North and 5 & 13 NW 32nd Place by multiple owners

Hearing Examiner Dalton recommended the approval of a road vacation for properties on SW 3rd Avenue and a rezoning request for properties on SW Pine Island Road. Both recommendations will be forwarded to the City Council for final decision.

• Recommended approval of road vacation at 5414 & 5418 SW 3rd Avenue (VAC22-000034)
• Recommended approval of rezoning to Commercial Corridor for 2810-3000 SW Pine Island Road (RZN22-000029)

Youth Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Youth Council is holding a regular meeting with orientation presentations on Sunshine Laws, Robert's Rules, and election of officers. They will also vote to ratify the Love Locks Project decision and discuss the 2023 FLC Youth Council Community Service Contest. Citizens may provide input during the designated time.

• Ratify Love Locks Project decision
• 2023 FLC Youth Council Community Service Contest discussion
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Orientation on Sunshine Laws by Assistant City Attorney Gail Prosser
• Citizens input time (3 minutes per person)

The Youth Council elected Member Arevalo as Chair and Member S. Garcia as Vice Chair. The council ratified the selection of Art on Board as the vendor for the Love Locks Project and selected the Spring Gala for a community service contest submission.

• Appointed Member Arevalo as Chair (12-0)
• Appointed Member S. Garcia as Vice Chair (12-0)
• Ratified selection of Art on Board as vendor for Love Locks Project (12-0)
• Appointed Members Little and Bella as liaisons for the Love Locks Project
• Selected 2023 Spring Gala as the topic for the FLC Youth Council Community Service Contest
• Appointed Member Negron to write the essay for the FLC Community Service Contest
• Approved agenda topics for next meeting including Strategic Plan and project discussions (12-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Cape Coral Committee of the Whole will discuss a personnel salary review brought forward by the General Union, a continued discussion on council-appointed boards and committees, and a fire department accreditation update. The meeting includes a citizens input period and round table discussion.

• Personnel Salary Review brought forward by the General Union
• Council Appointed Boards & Committees discussion continued from April 12, 2023
• Fire Department Accreditation Update

The Committee of the Whole discussed a request from the General Union for wage increases to remain competitive with other municipalities. Interim City Manager Ilczyszyn recommended updating the city's total compensation analysis, last performed in 2015, to determine market rates by October.

• Recommended updating total compensation data and bringing results back to Council by October

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Governing Board will consider several spending items, including a $126,000 school activity bus and a $263,136 copier lease. They will also vote on a wellness policy for the 2023-2024 school year and modifications to job descriptions for bookkeeper and school secretary. The board will acknowledge the superintendent's performance evaluation and receive reports from the superintendent and city finance director.

• Purchase of a multi-function school activity bus from Master's Transportation for $126,000
• 63-month lease agreement with Canon Solutions America for copier equipment totaling $263,136
• Approval of the Cape Coral Charter School Authority Wellness Policy for 2023-2024
• Modifications to job descriptions for Bookkeeper and School Secretary
• Acknowledgement of the Superintendent's performance evaluation for May 2022-May 2023

The Governing Board approved a multi-year copier equipment lease and several personnel recommendations and job description modifications. The board also approved the 2023-2024 Wellness Policy and the meeting schedule for the upcoming school year.

• Approved 63-month copier lease with Canon Solutions America for $263,136 (Unanimous)
• Approved general personnel recommendations for January 2023 - April 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved transfer of Assistant Principal from Oasis High School to Oasis Middle School (Unanimous)
• Approved transfer of Assistant Principal from Oasis Middle School to Oasis High School (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023-2024 Regular Governing Board Meeting schedule (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023-2024 Wellness Policy (Unanimous)
• Approved modifications to Bookkeeper general job description (Unanimous)
• Approved modifications to School Secretary general job description (Unanimous)

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Budget Workshop

The Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board is holding a budget workshop to review and discuss the upcoming budget for Oasis Charter Schools. Presentations will be given by the superintendent, the city's management/budget administrator, and the director of finance. The meeting is a discussion session with no final decisions expected.

• Budget overview presentation by Nicole Reitler, Management/Budget Administrator
• Budget recommendations presentation by Mark Mason, Director of Finance
• Open discussion among board members and presenters
• Conclusion by Jacquelin Collins, Superintendent of Oasis Charter Schools

The Governing Board approved a multi-year copier equipment lease and several personnel recommendations. The board also approved the 2023-2024 Wellness Policy and modifications to bookkeeper and school secretary job descriptions.

• Approved 63-month copier lease with Canon Solutions America for $263,136 (Unanimous)
• Approved general personnel recommendations for January 2023 - April 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved personnel transfers of Assistant Principals between Oasis High School and Oasis Middle School (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023-2024 Regular Governing Board Meeting schedule (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023-2024 Wellness Policy (Unanimous)
• Approved modifications to the Bookkeeper general job description (Unanimous)
• Approved modifications to the School Secretary general job description (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 11, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council is deciding on several high-value contracts, including a fire department training facility and park improvements. The body is also holding public hearings on land use amendments and personnel leave policies.

• Resolution 92-23: Construction of Fire Department Training Facility (Phase 2) for $11,640,269
• Resolution 93-23: Final Design services for Jaycee Park Improvements for $573,565
• Ordinance 29-23: Amending Future Land Use Map from Commercial Professional to Single-Family Residential for 7.65 acres east of Santa Barbara Boulevard North
• Resolution 111-23: Commercial lease for Public Works staff at 1031 SE 9th Place for $388,493
• Resolution 87-23: Potable Meter Exchange Program renewal with Vanguard Utility Service, Inc. estimated at $500,000 annually

The City Council heard extensive public testimony opposing Resolution 93-23, which proposes a redesign of Jaycee Park including a bandshell, food truck court, and potential alcohol service. No vote was taken on the resolution during this meeting; it was discussed but not decided. The meeting was otherwise procedural, approving previous meeting minutes and the agenda.

• Approved agenda as presented (8-0)
• Approved minutes for April 19, 2023 Special Meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for April 19, 2023 Regular Meeting (unanimous)
• Reduced citizen input time limit from 3 minutes to 1.5 minutes for Jaycee Park discussion (8-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency will consider two resolutions: one establishing the Breaking Barriers to Business (B2B) Grant Program for non-residential improvements in the South Cape CRA, and another adopting the FY 2024 budget. The board will also continue discussion on an inventory of items stored at 1231 Lafayette Street and review damages from Hurricane Ian.

• CRA Resolution 2-23: Establishing the Breaking Barriers to Business (B2B) Grant Program for non-residential building and infrastructure improvements in the South Cape Community Redevelopment Area
• CRA Resolution 3-23: Adopting the FY 2024 budget (Oct 1, 2023 – Sep 30, 2024)
• Continuation of inventory of items stored at 1231 Lafayette Street
• Review of Hurricane Ian damages

The Agency established a grant program for non-residential improvements in South Cape and adopted the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. The budget approval included a specific funding cap for Bike Night events. The board also reviewed Hurricane Ian damage reports and landscaping restoration plans.

• Approved CRA Resolution 2-23 establishing the Breaking Barriers to Business (B2B) Grant Program (5-0)
• Approved CRA Resolution 3-23 adopting the FY 2024 Budget with a $5,000 per event cap for Bike Night funding (5-0)
• Approved April 4, 2023 Regular Meeting minutes (Voice Poll: All ayes)

Hearing Examiner

The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings on two vacation requests: one for property at NE Pine Island Rd and NE 13th Ave, and another for 5624 & 5620 Del Rio Court. The meeting will also set the date for the next hearings.

• Case VAC23-000001: vacation request at NE Pine Island Rd and NE 13th Ave, applicant Miguel Lulinski
• Case VAC23-000004: vacation request at 5624 & 5620 Del Rio Court, applicant Windward Construction
• Next hearings scheduled for Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at 9:00 a.m.

The hearing examiner recommended approval of two vacation requests: VAC23-000001 for an alley and easements at NE Pine Island Rd and NE 13th Ave (Shops at Del Sol), and VAC23-000004 for a hammerhead area at 5624 & 5620 Del Rio Court. Both recommendations include modifications to replace 'petitioner' with 'owner' in conditions, and for VAC23-000004, clarifying storm drain language. No public speakers appeared. The recommendations will go to City Council for final action.

• Recommended approval of VAC23-000001 (alley and easements at NE Pine Island Rd and NE 13th Ave) with condition change from 'petitioner' to 'owner'
• Recommended approval of VAC23-000004 (hammerhead at 5624 & 5620 Del Rio Court) with condition changes: 'petitioner' to 'owner' and storm drain language clarified to 'move and relocate'
• No public testimony was offered on either case

Committee of the Whole

The Cape Coral Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several items, including the 2023 hurricane season kick-off, a Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery program related to Hurricane Ian, the FY-2021 Utilities Annual Report, a proposed Water Conservation Ordinance, and a demo of the Cape Coral 311 app. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• 2023 Hurricane Season Kick-off discussion
• Hurricane Ian Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery Program
• FY-2021 Utilities Annual Report presentation
• Water Conservation Ordinance (draft ordinance, revised to remove $80.00 reference)
• Cape Coral 311 App Demo

The Committee of the Whole reviewed a draft water conservation ordinance requiring new or modified irrigation systems to meet updated efficiency standards. The body discussed potential $500 rebates for homeowners and whether the requirements should be mandatory or voluntary. No formal vote was taken on the ordinance during this meeting.

• Consensus agreed to move item 4.B.(4) ahead of 4.B.(1)

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The commission held discussions on median landscape templates, roadway classifications, and parking standards. Staff provided updates on Hurricane Ian recovery, the Multimodal Master Plan, and the Evacuation Route Study. No policy changes or contracts were voted on during the session.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (All ayes)
• Approved March 15, 2023 meeting minutes (All ayes)
• Approved moving Agenda item 8D to follow item 8A (5-0)

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council is holding a regular meeting with several public hearings, including a second vote on a moratorium for self-storage facility permits, a $71.6 million budget amendment, and a large land-use change for the Burnt Store Road District. The consent agenda includes contracts for irrigation work, landscape maintenance, and a $1 million state grant for a water pipeline. The council will also hear updates on Hurricane Ian recovery and the power cost adjustment.

• Ordinance 32-23: Increases FY2023 budget by $71,577,214
• Ordinance 30-23: Second hearing on self-storage facility permit moratorium
• Ordinance 5-23: Transmittal of comprehensive plan change to Burnt Store Road District (1,206.66 acres)
• Resolution 90-23: Accept $1,000,000 FDEP grant for Southwest Aggregates Reservoir pipeline
• Resolution 84-23: Waive procurement for $179,984.25 irrigation main replacement

The City Council approved a $1M grant for a water pipeline and pump station, along with several other procurement and service contracts. Council also approved the reclassification of a position to Deputy City Attorney.

• Approved $1M DEP grant for irrigation water pipeline and pump station (8-0)
• Approved $179,984.25 contract with Ajax Paving Industries of FL, LLC for irrigation main replacement (8-0)
• Approved landscape maintenance contract assignment to Kellyrock Partners, LLC (8-0)
• Approved $150,000 change order for professional services with HRE, LLC (8-0)
• Approved waiver of conflict of interest for Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. (8-0)
• Approved reclassification of a position to Deputy City Attorney
• Approved minutes for March 30 and April 5 meetings

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner is conducting hearings for three specific land use and development cases. The body will hear testimony from applicants and staff to make rulings or recommendations on these applications.

• Case VAR22-000035: Variance request for 302 SW 29th Street (Cape Coral Holding HD LLC)
• Case RZN22-000025: Rezoning request for 1213 Academy Blvd. (Ascot Realty Acquisitions USA LLC)
• Case PDP23-000001: Planned Development request for Coral Lakes Subdivision (Baker Brothers LLC)

The Hearing Examiner held hearings for two cases: a rezoning request for a multi-family project and a planned development request for industrial uses. No final decisions were recorded in the minutes; the Hearing Examiner stated recommendations would be issued.

• Case RZN22-000025 (1213 Academy Blvd): Recommendation pending after staff recommended denial
• Case PDP23-000001 (Coral Lakes Subdivision): Recommendation pending after staff recommended approval with conditions

Youth Council – Special Meeting

The Youth Council approved a new vendor for the Love Locks Project. The council also held an extensive discussion regarding the development of a Youth Council Strategic Plan, including a SWOT analysis of Cape Coral.

• Selected Art on Board as the vendor sponsoring the Love Locks Project (11-0)
• Adopted the meeting agenda as amended to include the Love Locks Project (11-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole reached consensus to align city organ donor and recipient leave with Federal guidelines. Members also agreed to dissolve the Nuisance Abatement Board and initiate a comprehensive review of all discretionary boards. A proposed ordinance to change residential trailer parking regulations was rejected.

• Consensus reached to mimic Federal Program for organ donor and recipient leave
• Consensus reached to dissolve the Nuisance Abatement Board
• Consensus reached to review all discretionary Committees, including term limits and meeting timetables
• Consensus reached to rewrite Section 2.59 to require annual reviews of discretionary Boards in even numbered years
• Consensus agreed not to move forward with the draft Ordinance regarding parking regulations for trailers

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Charter School Authority Governing Board is reviewing a proposed schedule change for Oasis High School. The meeting also includes requests to approve various pay codes and a curriculum program invoice.

• Approval of Cambridge University AICE Curriculum and Assessments Program Invoice for $119,670.40
• Discussion of proposed Oasis High School shift from block to period schedule
• Request for approval of Oasis Charter Schools add pay codes for SY 2023-2024
• Review of the 2022 FORM 1 Financial Statement

The Governing Board approved a payment for the Cambridge University AICE program and updated school pay codes for the 2023-2024 year. The board also discussed a potential shift from a block to a period schedule at Oasis High School.

• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved Cambridge University AICE Curriculum and Assessments Program invoice for $119,670.40 (Unanimous)
• Approved Oasis Charter Schools add pay codes for school year 2023-2024 (Unanimous)

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will meet to approve the minutes from March 28, 2023, and discuss policy-based incentives (A, B, D, H, I, and J) for affordable housing. The meeting is open to citizen input.

• Approval of meeting minutes from March 28, 2023
• Discussion of policy-based incentives A, B, D, H, I, and J

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee reviewed several policy-based incentives, including expedited permitting and fee waivers. The committee decided to postpone making formal recommendations until all incentives are discussed and a final report is presented.

• Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved motion to wait and make recommendations on policy incentives all at once at the time of the last report (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 29-23, which would change the Future Land Use Map designation for 7.65 acres east of Santa Barbara Boulevard North from Commercial Professional to Single-Family Residential. A second item, Ordinance 28-23, was withdrawn by the applicant. The meeting also includes approval of the March 1, 2023 minutes and routine procedural items.

• Ordinance 29-23: FLUM change from Commercial Professional (CP) to Single-Family Residential (SF) for Lots 1-66, Block 2300B, Unit 36, east of Santa Barbara Blvd N along NE 29th St, NE 1st Pl, NE 27th Ter (7.65 acres, applicant: City of Cape Coral)
• Ordinance 28-23 (FLUM22-000026) WITHDRAWN: proposed FLUM change from Parks/Recreation and Single-Family to Multi-Family Residential for Tract A and Lots 3-6, Block 1054, Unit 24 at 1006 SE 4th Pl (29.7 acres, applicant: CKJ Enterprises, Inc. and WB Property Group, LLC)
• Approval of meeting minutes from March 1, 2023

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of a land use change for property east of Santa Barbara Boulevard North. One proposed ordinance for multi-family residential land use was withdrawn by the applicant. The commission also established a time limit for public comments.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance 29-23 to change 7.65 acres from Commercial Professional to Single-Family Residential (7-0)
• Withdrew Ordinance 28-23 regarding land use change at 1006 SE 4th Place at applicant's request
• Approved 3-minute time limit for Citizens Input speakers (7-0)
• Approved March 1, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will hold public hearings on a proposed moratorium on self-storage facility permits and a land-use map amendment for 2.15 acres at 809-907 Kismet Parkway E. The council will also vote on contracts for grounds maintenance ($257,500) and emergency debris monitoring ($1.32 million), and consider appointments to several boards.

• First public hearing on Ordinance 30-23, a moratorium on accepting applications for self-storage facility development permits citywide.
• Public hearing on Ordinance 14-23 to amend the Future Land Use Map from Commercial/Professional to Mixed Use for 2.15 acres at 809-907 Kismet Parkway E.
• Resolution 82-23 authorizing a $1,321,311.60 contract with Tetra Tech for emergency debris removal monitoring services (FEMA reimbursable).
• Resolution 59-23 awarding a $257,500 grounds maintenance contract to Clean Cut Lawn Services for utilities work sites and pump stations.
• Public hearing on Resolution 74-23 to vacate a portion of Bay Point Canal right-of-way and easements at 5346 Baypoint Court.

Council approved a land use map amendment for Kismet Parkway E and updated the city's procurement and fire prevention codes. The body also awarded a $257,500 grounds maintenance contract and appointed members to three city boards. A first public hearing was held for a proposed moratorium on self-storage facility permits.

• Approved $257,500 grounds maintenance contract for Utilities work sites (8-0)
• Approved $1,321,311.60 for emergency debris removal monitoring services (8-0)
• Approved lease assignment for Cape Coral Chamber of Commerce (8-0)
• Recommended Liza King for Lee County MPO Citizens Advisory Commission (8-0)
• Appointed Juan Guerra and Joel Shaw to Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (8-0)
• Appointed Karen Michaels and Cathy Stout to Charter School Governing Board (8-0)
• Approved vacation of plat for 5346 Baypoint Court (8-0)
• Amended Future Land Use Map to Mixed Use for 809-907 Kismet Parkway E (8-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency will hold its regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a follow-up on the status of 1231 Lafayette Street, updates on special event sponsorships, and proposed changes to sponsorship guidelines. The board will also review the FY 2024 budget and funding priorities, a parking management plan, and small business grants. The agenda includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and citizen input time.

• Follow-up on 1231 Lafayette Street (continuation from Feb 7 meeting)
• FY 2024 Budget and Funding Priorities
• Parking Management Plan
• Proposed changes to CRA Special Event Sponsorship Guidelines and Application
• Small Business Grants

The CRA Board approved redirecting funds from Founders Park to resurface Big John's parking lot and authorized a parking management study. The Board also decided to retain ownership of the Lafayette Street property for staff and storage use for the next year. Additionally, the board updated special event sponsorship guidelines and reallocated $5,000 for police services.

• Approved redirecting Founders Park funds to resurface Big John's parking lot (5-0)
• Approved expenditure for South Cape Downtown Parking Management Plan (4-0)
• Approved changes to CRA Special Event Sponsorship Guidelines and Application (4-0)
• Approved moving $5,000 from Acme Road Closure sponsorship to Police Services (5-0)
• Decided to maintain City ownership of Lafayette Street property for staff and storage (4-0)
• Tabled decision on Lafayette Street property sale/lease until after budget discussions
• Approved minutes from February 7, February 21, and March 7 meetings

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on a rezoning case (RZN23-000002) for two properties at 2025 NE 6th Street and 671 Stonecrest Lane, applied for by the City of Cape Coral. The meeting will also set the next hearing date for April 18, 2023.

• Public hearing for Case# RZN23-000002 at 2025 NE 6th Street & 671 Stonecrest Lane
• Applicant is the City of Cape Coral
• Next hearing scheduled for Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at 9:00 AM

Hearing Examiner Dalton recommended the approval of a rezoning request (Case# RZN23-000002) for properties at 2025 NE 6th Street and 671 Stonecrest Lane. The request, filed by the City of Cape Coral, is intended for a public facility use.

• Recommended approval of rezoning Case# RZN23-000002 for 2025 NE 6th Street & 671 Stonecrest Lane

City Council – Special Meeting

The City Council is holding a public hearing to decide on a rezoning request for a project called Hudson Creek. The proposal involves changing land use to a Mixed Use Planned Unit Development (MXPUD) and approving a master concept plan.

• Ordinance 27-23: Rezoning property east of Burnt Store Road, north of Wilmington Parkway and Jacaranda Parkway to Mixed Use Planned Unit Development (MXPUD)
• Resolution 79-23: Off-Site Utilities Agreement with GA-Pinnacle Cape Coral, LLC for potable water and wastewater transmission system improvements

The City Council approved a rezoning and master concept plan for the Hudson Creek Mixed Use Planned Unit Development. The council also approved a utilities agreement for potable water and wastewater transmission systems.

• Approved Ordinance 27-23 for Hudson Creek Mixed Use Planned Unit Development with 37 conditions (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 79-23 Off-Site Utilities Agreement with GA-Pinnacle Cape Coral, LLC (8-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)

Joint Workshop – City Council – Youth Council

The Cape Coral City Council and Youth Council are meeting for a joint workshop to discuss several community topics. The session includes a designated period for citizen input.

• Discussion on Education/School Safety
• Discussion on Environmental Concerns
• Discussion on Hurricane Relief
• Discussion on Our Vision of Cape Coral

The joint workshop consisted of discussions between the City Council, Youth Council, and city staff. No formal votes were taken or legislative actions decided; the session served as a forum for student concerns and staff updates.

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the roles and responsibilities of the committee. The body will also review its meeting schedule for 2023 and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Approval of November 15, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of AHAC roles and responsibilities
• Review of 2023 AHAC meeting schedule

The committee approved the meeting minutes from November 15, 2022. Members discussed the committee's roles, state legislation, and the 2023 meeting schedule. No other substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes (All ayes)

Community Development Block Grant Citizens Advisory Board

The CDBG Citizens Advisory Board is meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The board will discuss the CDBG program and the PY 23 grant cycle schedule, and will accept public comment on community development needs and priorities.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
• Review of PY 23 CDBG Grant Cycle Schedule
• Public comment on PY 23 community development needs and priorities

The Community Development Block Grant Citizens Advisory Board appointed its leadership for the term. The board also reviewed the PY 23 grant cycle schedule and heard presentations from local service providers regarding community needs.

• Appointed Sean Hartman as Chair (4-0)
• Appointed Darlene DiFederico as Vice Chair (4-0)
• Approved May 19, 2022 meeting minutes (Voice poll: All ayes)
• Approved remote participation for Chair Hartman (Voice poll: All ayes)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss special event permitting, commercial watercraft rental permits, and council meeting presentation limits. The committee will also review Ordinance 25-23 regarding the city's procurement process.

• Special Events Permitting and Processes
• Commercial Recreational Watercraft Rental Permits
• Council Meeting Presentations and Time Limits for Legislative Matters
• Review of Ordinance 25-23 regarding the Procurement Process

The City Council established standard time limits for non-quasi-judicial public hearings and staff presentations. They also reached a consensus to revamp the commercial watercraft rental program and refine the special events policy.

• Approved 5-minute limit for staff and applicant presentations
• Approved 3-minute limit per individual for non-quasi-judicial public hearings
• Approved 60-minute standard total limit for non-quasi-judicial public hearings
• Agreed to maintain $100,000 threshold for City Manager procurement authority
• Agreed to extract RFP and $500,000 threshold changes from Ordinance 25-23
• Consensus to discontinue current commercial watercraft rental program for re-evaluation after July 31, 2023
• Consensus to draft a revised special events policy prior to the budget session

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council is holding public hearings to establish assessments for potable water, wastewater, and irrigation improvements in the North 1 West area. The body will also consider construction contracts for these utility projects and a procurement process ordinance.

• Resolution 69-23: Final Assessment for North 1 West Potable Water Improvement Area
• Resolution 70-23: Final Assessment for North 1 West Wastewater Improvement Area
• Resolution 71-23: Final Assessment for North 1 West Irrigation Improvement Area
• Resolution 80-23: Approval of North 1 West UEP Construction Contracts
• Ordinance 25-23: Proposed amendments to the Procurement Process

City Council approved three resolutions establishing assessments for potable water, wastewater, and irrigation improvements in the North 1 West area. The council also approved six construction contracts for the Utility Expansion Project. Several residents spoke in opposition to the costs, citing hardships from Hurricane Ian.

• Approved Resolution 69-23 for North 1 West Potable Water Improvement Area assessments (7-1)
• Approved Resolution 70-23 for North 1 West Wastewater Improvement Area assessments (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 71-23 for North 1 West Irrigation Improvement Area assessments (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 80-23 awarding six construction contracts for the North 1 West Utility Expansion Project (8-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda as presented (8-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Ordinance 25-23 regarding the Procurement Process for April 5, 2023

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner is conducting hearings for two specific cases. The body will review a planned development application and a rezoning request.

• Case# PDP23-000003: Planned development application for 3103 Santa Barbara Place by Reviving Homes LLC
• Case# RZN23-000001: Rezoning request for multiple addresses by the City of Cape Coral

Hearing Examiner Dalton issued recommendations for City Council to approve the removal of property from a Planned Development (PDP) and a requested rezone. Both matters were moved forward following staff presentations and public hearings.

• Recommended approval to remove property at 3103 Santa Barbara Place from the PDP (Case# PDP23-000003)
• Recommended approval for rezone request at multiple addresses (Case# RZN23-000001)

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The Transportation Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss road impact fees and MPO issues. The body will review updates on Hurricane Ian recovery and median landscaping projects. Workshop discussions include the Multimodal Master Plan, a hurricane evacuation study, and the SR-78 Corridor Plan.

• Road Impact Fees discussion
• Hurricane Ian recovery updates for traffic signals and street signage
• Median Beautification Program Policy
• Median landscaping updates for Rose Garden Road, Chiquita Boulevard, and Embers Parkway
• SR-78 Corridor Plan update

The Transportation Advisory Commission approved the Median Beautification Program Policy and voted to relocate burrowing owls during the appropriate season. Staff provided updates on road impact fees, hurricane recovery, and various landscaping projects.

• Approved Median Beautification Program Policy (5-0)
• Approved relocation of Burrowing Owls when permitted (5-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes a $4.6 million contract for a new computer-aided dispatch and records management system for police and fire, and a $687,382 sole-source purchase of solid waste totes. The council will also hold public hearings on issuing up to $8 million in debt for a new fire station and on proposed changes to water and wastewater utility rates.

• Resolution 75-23: $4,579,153.74 five-year agreement for a new Computer Aided Dispatch & Records Management System for Police and Fire.
• Resolution 76-23: $687,382.03 sole-source purchase of solid waste totes from Toter, LLC and Container Pros, LLC.
• Ordinance 17-23: Public hearing to authorize up to $8,000,000 in debt to finance a new fire station.
• Resolution 67-23: Public hearing to establish new rates for water, wastewater, and irrigation services.
• Ordinance 30-23: Introduction of a proposed moratorium on new self-storage facility permits.

The City Council approved a loan for a new fire station and updated water, wastewater, and irrigation rates. Council also authorized a third-party investigation into Councilmember Cummings' residency and approved several land-use ordinances.

• Approved $8M loan from TD Bank for new fire station construction (8-0)
• Approved updated water, wastewater, and irrigation rates (8-0)
• Authorized third-party investigation into Councilmember Cummings' residency (6-2)
• Approved $4.58M contract for Computer Aided Dispatch & Records Management System (8-0)
• Approved $2.2M contract for fiber optic cable, parts, and installation (8-0)
• Approved $687,382 purchase of solid waste totes with notice to Waste Pro for reimbursement (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 18-23 amending Future Land Use Map for 2810-3000 SW Pine Island Road (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-23 regarding self-service storage facility locations (7-1)

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Governing Board met to approve expenditures for school equipment and update administrative pay scales. The board also discussed budget workshops and fund transfers to investment accounts.

• Purchase of classroom furniture for Oasis Middle School from VIRCO Manufacturing Company for $243,917.66
• Updated Charter School Authority Principal salary range of $96,800.00 - $114,700.00 annually
• Transfer of funds to investment account
• Discussion of 2023 CSA budget workshops

The Governing Board approved a purchase of classroom furniture for Oasis Middle School and updated the principal salary range. The board also approved the February 14, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Approved purchase of classroom furniture for Oasis Middle School from VIRCO Manufacturing Company for $243,917.66
• Approved updated Charter School Authority Principal Salary Range to $96,800.00-$114,700.00
• Approved February 14, 2023, meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Youth Council – Regular Meeting

The Youth Council is meeting to continue discussions on several community initiatives and administrative reports. The body will review a strategic plan and coordinate a joint workshop with the City Council.

• Joint City Council/Youth Council Workshop discussion
• Youth Council Strategic Plan continued discussion
• Spring Gala continued discussion
• School Violence Concerns and Prevention continued discussion
• The Love Locks Project continued discussion

The Youth Council selected four primary topics for a joint workshop on March 29, 2023. The council also scheduled a special meeting for April 18 to discuss its Strategic Plan and approved attending a special populations event on March 30.

• Approved Joint Workshop topics: Education/School Safety, Environmental Concerns, Hurricane Relief, and Our Vision of Cape Coral (All Ayes)
• Adopted March 30 as the Special Populations event date (All Ayes)
• Scheduled Special Meeting for Strategic Plan on April 18, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. (All Ayes)
• Adopted the March 10, 2023, agenda (12-0)
• Approved February 10, 2023, meeting minutes (All Ayes)
• Approved next meeting agenda items including Senior Farewell (All Ayes)

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will meet to approve minutes from the January 11, 2023 meeting. The body will discuss an update report from City Auditor Russell and receive an update regarding LCEC.

• Approval of January 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• City Auditor's Office Update Report
• LCEC Update including Hurricane Ian Preparation and Response

The committee approved the January 11, 2023, meeting minutes and adjusted the meeting agenda. Members held discussions with LCEC representatives regarding storm restoration and reviewed the City Auditor's update on several pending financial and operational audits.

• Approved January 11, 2023 Meeting Minutes (All ayes)
• Approved moving LCEC Update prior to City Auditor's Office Update Report on the agenda (All ayes)

Community Redevelopment Agency – Workshop

The Community Redevelopment Agency is holding a workshop to discuss guidelines for special event sponsorships and redevelopment incentives. The body will also review the status of the property located at 1231 Lafayette Street.

• Review of CRA Special Events Sponsorship processes, procedures, and guidelines
• Status update on 1231 Lafayette Street
• Discussion of Redevelopment Incentives

The workshop focused on reviewing parking requirements and special event sponsorship processes. No formal votes were taken; however, staff will return with an amended sponsorship policy and further information on redevelopment incentives.

• Proposed two annual application windows for event sponsorships (Dec 1 and June 1)
• Proposed requiring applications 30 days before meetings and requiring attendance
• Discussed selling or demolishing 1231 Lafayette Street for parking (no decision)

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on a variance application (VAR22-000035) for property at 302 SW 29th Street, submitted by Cape Coral Holding HD LLC. The meeting will follow a structured evidentiary process with sworn testimony, presentations from the applicant and staff, and public comment. The next hearing is scheduled for March 21, 2023.

• Variance case VAR22-000035 for 302 SW 29th Street by Cape Coral Holding HD LLC
• Evidentiary hearing with 30-minute time limits for applicant and staff presentations
• Public participants allowed 5 minutes each for testimony
• Next hearing set for Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at 9:00 a.m.

The Hearing Examiner continued a variance request for a property at 302 SW 29th Street. The applicant is seeking a variance for a structure that encroaches into the front setback due to a survey error. No final decision was made; the hearing was rescheduled to allow the applicant to provide cost evidence for relocating or modifying the structure.

• Tabled variance request for Case# VAR22-000035 (302 SW 29th Street) until April 18, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three ordinances that would amend the city's Future Land Use Map. The proposals include changing 2.15 acres on Kismet Parkway from Commercial/Professional to Mixed Use, 2.15 acres on SW Pine Island Road from Rural to Pine Island Road District, and 3.26 acres on NE 7th Place from Pine Island Road District to Single-Family. The commission will also elect a chair and vice chair and make an appointment to the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee.

• Ordinance 14-23: Rezone 809-907 Kismet Parkway E from Commercial/Professional to Mixed Use (2.15 acres)
• Ordinance 18-23: Rezone 2810-3000 SW Pine Island Road from Rural to Pine Island Road District (2.15 acres)
• Ordinance 24-23: Rezone 503-659 NE 7th Place from Pine Island Road District to Single-Family (3.26 acres)
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for the commission
• Appointment to the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC)

The Commission recommended approval for three ordinances to change future land use designations for properties on Kismet Parkway E, SW Pine Island Road, and NE 7th Place. The board also elected its Chair and Vice Chair and appointed a representative to the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee.

• Appointed Jesse Marker as Chair (7-0)
• Appointed Don Apking as Vice Chair (7-0)
• Recommended appointment of Commissioner York to the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 14-23 to change 809-907 Kismet Parkway E from Commercial/Professional to Mixed Use (6-1)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 18-23 to change 2810-3000 SW Pine Island Road from Rural to Pine Island Road District (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 24-23 to change 503-659 NE 7th Place from Pine Island Road District to Single-Family (7-0)
• Approved February 1, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes (7-0)
• Approved February 17, 2023 Special Meeting Minutes (7-0)

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council will vote on several high-value contracts for police equipment, road patching, and transportation planning. The body will also hold public hearings on three rezoning requests and discuss Hurricane Ian recovery and permitting updates.

• Resolution 58-23: 10-year contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for police cameras and equipment totaling $13,463,764.69
• Resolution 65-23: Roadway patching contract with Pavement Maintenance, LLC for $2,182,730
• Resolution 46-23: Multimodal Transportation Master Plan contract to Volkert, Inc. for $292,489.03
• Ordinance 19-23: Rezoning 800 SW 8th Place and 817 SW 8th Street from Commercial to Residential Multi-Family Low
• Ordinance 17-23: Proposed debt obligation up to $8,000,000 for a new fire station

Council approved several consent agenda items, including a multimodal transportation master plan and police equipment upgrades. The council voted to issue a notice of non-renewal for the City Attorney's contract and denied two rezoning requests. A special meeting regarding the Hudson Creek development was scheduled for March 30.

• Approved $292,489.03 contract for Multimodal Transportation Master Plan (8-0)
• Approved $13,463,764.69 ten-year police equipment contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. (8-0)
• Approved $2,182,730 roadway patching contract with Pavement Maintenance, LLC (8-0)
• Approved $195,000 pressure washing contract with Brightside Exterior Cleaning, LLC and Ryan's Pressure Washing, Inc. (8-0)
• Approved $170,000 annual ESRI software license renewal (8-0)
• Ratified $156,800 emergency HVAC repair for Oasis Elementary North (8-0)
• Approved notice of non-renewal for City Attorney contract (8-0)
• Denied rezoning of 20.01 acres from Commercial to Neighborhood Commercial (0-8)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several administrative and infrastructure matters. The agenda includes discussions on legal litigation, grant programs, and the current vacancy for the City Manager position.

• PFAS Litigation
• UEP Grants
• Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Projects
• City Manager position vacancy

The City Council agreed to move forward with PFAS litigation on a contingency basis to potentially offset future water treatment costs. Council also decided not to pursue the residential acquisition component of the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program.

• Approved moving forward with PFAS Litigation on a 25% contingency fee basis
• Denied moving forward with the Residential acquisition component of the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
• Agreed to discuss the City Manager executive search process in September
• Scheduled a Shade Meeting for March 1, 2023, to discuss City Hall security measures
• Decided to keep Committee of the Whole meetings at 9:00 a.m.

Community Redevelopment Agency – Special Meeting

The Community Redevelopment Agency will consider approving a sponsorship application for the 5th Annual PRIDE Cape Coral event. The meeting is a special session scheduled for February 21, 2023, at 3:00 PM in Council Chambers.

• CRA Special Event Sponsorship Application Approval - 5th Annual PRIDE Cape Coral
• Next meeting: CRA Workshop on March 7, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. in Conference Room 220A

The Community Redevelopment Agency approved a VIP sponsorship for the 5th Annual PRIDE Cape Coral event. The funding is intended to support the event, which is described as family-friendly.

• Approved remote participation for Chair Biondi (5-0)
• Approved $5,000 CRA Special Event Sponsorship Application for 5th Annual PRIDE of Cape Coral (5-0)

Hearing Examiner

The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings on two applications. One is a planned development project at 1025/1031 Santa Barbara Boulevard. The other is a variance request at 302 SW 29th Street. The meeting will also set the date for the next hearings.

• Case PDP22-000002: Planned development project at 1025/1031 Santa Barbara Boulevard, applicant Lomangino Enterprises, Inc.
• Case VAR22-000035: Variance request at 302 SW 29th Street, applicant Cape Coral Holding HD LLC
• Next hearings scheduled for Tuesday, March 7, 2023, at 9:00 a.m.

The Hearing Examiner recommended approval with conditions for a Planned Development Proposal (PDP) amendment regarding a landscape buffer at 1025/1031 Santa Barbara Boulevard. A separate variance case for 302 SW 29th Street was continued to March 7, 2023.

• Recommended approval with conditions for PDP amendment at 1025/1031 Santa Barbara Boulevard
• Continued Case# VAR22-000035 (302 SW 29th Street) to March 7, 2023

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council is holding a special meeting to address leadership and legal services. The body will discuss appointing an Interim City Manager and approving outside legal investigative services.

• Appointment of the Interim City Manager
• Approval for Outside Legal Investigative Services

The City Council appointed Michael Ilczyszyn to the role of Interim City Manager and set the position's salary. The Council also approved the hiring of a law firm to provide investigative services for potential litigation.

• Appointed Michael Ilczyszyn as Interim City Manager (8-0)
• Set salary for the interim position at $220K (8-0)
• Hired Gray Robinson to perform investigative services (8-0)
• Approved Councilmember Sheppard to participate telephonically (8-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one to amend rules for self-service storage facilities in industrial, commercial, and commercial corridor districts, and another to establish the Burnt Store Road Corridor Zoning District and Overlay District. A third item, a land use map amendment for properties on SW Pine Island Road, has been removed at the request of city management.

• Ordinance 21-23: Amends location rules for self-service storage facilities in Industrial, Commercial, and Commercial Corridor districts.
• Ordinance 23-23: Establishes the Burnt Store Road Corridor (BSC) Zoning District and Burnt Store Overlay District (BSOD).
• Item C (Ordinance 18-23) removed at the request of city management: would have amended the Future Land Use Map from Rural to Pine Island Road District for properties at 2810–3000 SW Pine Island Road.

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval for two ordinances amending the Land Development Code. One update addresses self-service storage facility locations, while the other establishes the Burnt Store Road Corridor and Overlay districts.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance 21-23 regarding self-service storage facility locations (3-2)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 23-23 to establish the Burnt Store Road Corridor (BSC) Zoning District and Burnt Store Overlay District (BSOD) (5-0)
• Removed Ordinance 18-23 from the agenda at the request of city management

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss several zoning and land use amendments, including a 1,206-acre Burnt Store Road District update. The body is also reviewing contracts for disaster management and fire station construction.

• Construction Manager at Risk services for Fire Station #13 Phase 2 for $7,453,226
• Contract with Hagerty Consulting Services for disaster management not to exceed $2,898,918
• Proposed Mixed-Use Planned Unit Development 'Bimini Square' at 440 Cape Coral Parkway West
• Future Land Use Map amendment for 1,206.66 acres to Burnt Store Road District (BURST)
• Grant of $33,150 from The Arbor Day Foundation and Verizon for tree planting

The City Council voted to terminate City Manager Rob Hernandez without cause, effective immediately. The council also approved several zoning changes, a mixed-use development plan for Bimini Square, and a FEMA site survey for temporary housing.

• Terminated City Manager Rob Hernandez without cause (5-3)
• Approved Bimini Square Mixed-Use PUD with $125K incentive and palm tree modifications (8-0)
• Approved FEMA access to seven city-owned parcels for temporary housing site surveys (6-2)
• Approved $2.8M contract with Hagerty Consulting Services for disaster management (8-0)
• Approved $7.4M contract with Wright Construction for Fire Station #13 Phase 2 (8-0)
• Appointed Daniel M. Severson and Philip Botana as Planning and Zoning regular members (8-0)
• Appointed Louise King and Jack Schwartz as Planning and Zoning alternates (8-0)
• Continued Ordinance 5-23 regarding Burnt Store Road District land use until April 19, 2023 (8-0)

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The Transportation Advisory Commission is discussing updates to alley paving, the Multimodal Master Plan, and the SR-78 Corridor Plan. The body is also assessing school bus bench and streetlight placement on major roads and reviewing Hurricane Ian recovery progress.

• Assessment of school bus benches on major roads
• Assessment of streetlights at school bus stops
• Sidewalks on Skyline from Cape Coral Parkway to El Dorado Parkway
• Hurricane Ian recovery updates for traffic signals and street signage
• Median Beautification Program Policy

The Commission received updates on alley paving, school bus bench and streetlight assessments, and sidewalk plans for Skyline Boulevard. Members discussed a draft Median Beautification Program policy, which will be brought back for future approval.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Approved January 11, 2023 meeting minutes

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Governing Board is meeting to discuss school operations and administrative reports. The board will consider a notification regarding teachers working out-of-field for the 2022-2023 school year and schedule upcoming budget workshops.

• Approval of Teacher-Out-Of-Field Notification for school year 2022-2023
• Budget Workshop #1 scheduled for April 11, 2023, at Oasis Elementary School
• Budget Workshop #2 scheduled for May 9, 2023, at City Council Chambers

The Governing Board approved teacher out-of-field notifications for the 2022-2023 school year. The board also scheduled two budget workshops for April and May 2023. Other items included the approval of previous meeting minutes and the current agenda.

• Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved February 14, 2023 meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved Teacher Out-of-Field Notification for School Year 2022-2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved Budget Workshop #1 for April 11, 2023
• Approved Budget Workshop #2 for May 9, 2023

Youth Council – Regular Meeting

The Youth Council is meeting to continue discussions on several community initiatives and strategic planning. The body will also address concerns regarding school violence and prevention.

• Discussion on school violence concerns and prevention
• Continued discussion on the Spring Gala, Love Locks Project, and Youth Council Strategic Plan
• Review of the 2023 Youth Council Legislative Action Days Program
• Discussion of scholarship opportunities including the 2023 Council2College Scholarship
• Discussion of fundraiser opportunities including Jeremiah's Italian Ice

The Youth Council unanimously selected a commemorative guestbook for the Spring Gala and agreed to pursue a fundraiser with Jeremiah's Italian Ice. Members also coordinated logistics for the Spring Gala, the Love Locks Project, and a Kindness Rock Garden.

• Adopted February 10, 2023 agenda (10-0)
• Approved January 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Unanimously selected 'Option 1' guestbook for Spring Gala
• Agreed to set up Spring Gala on March 10, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.
• Approved moving forward with Love Locks Project for senior project
• Agreed to attend Special Populations 'Baseball and Chili Dogs' event on March 30, 2023
• Approved Communications Assistant Wydysh to present at COMA for donations
• Approved fundraiser with Jeremiah's Italian Ice (20% to Youth Council)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a presentation regarding the executive search for a new City Attorney. The committee is also continuing discussions on the plan for the City Attorney position.

• Executive Search presentation by S. Narloch and Associates
• Continued discussion on the Plan for City Attorney Position

The Committee of the Whole reviewed a 14-week executive search process for a new City Attorney and discussed the transition of the current attorney to a consulting role. Council reached a consensus to add the notice of non-renewal for the current City Attorney's contract to the March 1, 2023, meeting agenda.

• Consensus to add Notice of Non-renewal for City Attorney to March 1, 2023 agenda

Community Redevelopment Agency – Regular Meeting

The Community Redevelopment Agency is reviewing a tax increment rebate agreement for the Bimini Square mixed-use project. The board will also consider sponsorship applications for several local events and receive updates on Hurricane Ian damage.

• Resolution 1-23: Tax Increment Rebate Agreement for Bimini Square mixed-use project
• Special Event Sponsorship Applications: Touch A Truck, Music and Art Fusion, and South Cape Easter Egg Hunt
• Hurricane Ian damage update
• Status update on 1231 Lafayette Street
• Facade Improvement Program presentation

The CRA approved a Tax Increment Rebate Agreement for the Bimini Square mixed-use development. The board also authorized funding for three local special events and scheduled a workshop for March to review agency processes.

• Approved Tax Increment Rebate Agreement for Bimini Square mixed-use project (4-0)
• Approved $1,600 sponsorship for Cape Coral Touch A Truck (4-0)
• Approved $5,000 sponsorship for Music and Art Fusion (4-0)
• Approved $775 sponsorship for 3rd Annual South Cape Business Easter Egg Hunt (4-0)
• Authorized a Workshop Meeting in March to review processes and guidelines (4-0)
• Approved updated 2023 CRA Meeting Schedule (Voice Poll)
• Approved minutes from November 1, 2022 Regular Meeting (4-0)

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will hold a special meeting to identify a search firm for the City Attorney position, discuss a plan for filling the role, and consider an extension to the City Manager's contract. These are new business items for discussion and decision at the meeting.

• Identify search firm for City Attorney
• Plan for City Attorney position
• City Manager extension in contract

The City Council voted to provide notice of non-renewal for City Manager Roberto Hernandez's contract. Additionally, the Council selected a search firm to recruit a new City Attorney and deferred a decision on the City Attorney succession plan.

• Approved Renee Narloch and Associates as the firm for the City Attorney Search (7-1)
• Voted to provide notice of non-renewal of City Manager Roberto Hernandez's contract (5-3)
• Tabled the Plan for City Attorney Position to the February 8, 2023 COW meeting (8-0)
• Approved telephonic participation for Councilmember Cosden (All ayes)

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 6-23, which would amend the Future Land Use Map to change two lots at 412 Skyline Boulevard and 413 SW 8th Place from Commercial/Professional to Multi-Family. The commission will also interview applicants for two member and two alternate positions. Other items include approving prior meeting minutes and scheduling future meetings.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 6-23 to rezone .46 acres at 412 Skyline Blvd and 413 SW 8th Pl from Commercial/Professional to Multi-Family
• Applicant interviews for 2 commission members and 2 alternates
• Approval of January 11, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approving a land use map amendment for two properties to allow multi-family housing. The body also recommended four individuals for appointment to commission seats and scheduled a special meeting for February 17.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance 6-23 to change land use from Commercial/Professional to Multi-Family for 412 Skyline Boulevard and 413 SW 8th Place (6-1)
• Recommended appointment of O'Connor and Fioretti as Regular Members (7-0)
• Recommended appointment of Schwartz and King as Alternate Members (7-0)
• Approved January 11, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Special Meeting for February 17, 2023 (7-0)

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss funding and assessments for potable water, wastewater, and irrigation improvements in the North 1 West area. The body is also deciding on a contract for ADA ramp improvements and various zoning and annexation requests.

• Contract for ADA Ramp & Mat Improvements to Scott Commercial Contracting, LLC for $406,780
• Annexation of 15.12 acres at 2120 and 2200 SW Pine Island Road
• Rezoning of 2.65 acres at 2301 SW Pine Island Road to Commercial Corridor (CC) zone
• Initial Assessment Resolutions for North 1 West Potable Water, Wastewater, and Irrigation areas
• Approval of 2023 State Legislative Priorities

City Council approved three resolutions to establish assessment areas for potable water, wastewater, and irrigation improvements in North 1 West. The council also awarded a contract for ADA ramp improvements and selected outside counsel for Waste Pro litigation.

• Approved $406,780 ADA Ramp & Mat Improvements contract to Scott Commercial Contracting, LLC (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 32-23 for 2023 State Legislative Priorities (7-0)
• Engaged law firm Cheffy Passidomo for Waste Pro lawsuit (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 35-23 for North 1 West Potable Water Improvement Area assessments (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 36-23 for North 1 West Wastewater Improvement Area assessments (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 37-23 for North 1 West Irrigation Improvement Area assessments (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 106-22 to annex 15.12 acres at 2120 and 2200 SW Pine Island Road (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1-23 to rezone 2301 SW Pine Island Road to Commercial Corridor (7-0)

Cape Coral City Council Retreat

The City Council is holding a retreat to discuss the development of the FY24 budget. The meeting includes a designated time for citizen input on city government matters.

• FY24 Budget Development Review
• Legislative Priorities
• 2023 State Agenda
• Bimini Basin Mooring Field
• Burnt Store Road Parcel

The City Council reached consensus to spend $75,000 from reserves for the Bimini Basin Mooring Field design and will issue an RFP to sell the Burnt Store Road parcel for non-residential use. Council also directed staff to negotiate a partnership with Lee County for the D&D Marina project. No changes were made to the Fire Service Assessment, Public Service Tax, or Millage Rate for the FY24 budget starting point.

• Approved spending $75,000 from reserves for Bimini Basin Mooring Field design
• Agreed to issue RFP for Burnt Store Road parcel sale (no residential uses, hotels allowed)
• Approved continuing design and permitting for D&D Marina
• Directed staff to negotiate partnership with Lee County for D&D Marina
• Denied annexation of D&D Marina parcel into the City
• Consensus to keep Millage Rate, Public Service Tax, and Fire Service Assessment the same for FY24
• Tabled Mid-Cape Village/City Square study to a future date
• Agreed to provide preliminary budget at the June Retreat

Cape Coral City Council Retreat

The Cape Coral City Council is holding a retreat to discuss major city projects and initiatives. The session includes discussions on the Yacht Club and various infrastructure and land updates.

• Discussion of Yacht Club damage and design
• Update on the Old Golf Course
• Utilities presentation
• Cattle Dock Point Parcel discussion
• Jaycee Park discussion

The Council reached consensus to explore acquiring a water supply property and accepting a land donation at Cattle Dock Point. Members directed staff to solicit broad RFP responses for Coral Oaks Golf Course operations and to develop a 'clean slate' redesign for the Yacht Club.

• Consensus to explore moving forward with alternative water supply project
• Consensus to accept donation of Cattle Dock Point property
• Consensus to solicit RFP responses for Coral Oaks Golf Course operations
• Consensus to redesign Yacht Club using a blend of concept plans A and E
• Consensus to move forward with Jaycee Park improvements via P-3 RFP
• Decided to exclude tennis courts from new Yacht Club design

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will hold public hearings on several major items, including a $61.6 million increase to the current fiscal year budget, new zoning regulations for mobile food vendors and food courts, and a new economic development property tax exemption program. The council will also consider rezoning a commercial lot on Santa Barbara Place to residential multi-family low density, and a perpetual easement for Lee County Electric Cooperative at Sands Park.

• Ordinance 4-23: Public hearing to increase FY2023 budget revenues and expenditures by $61,658,994.
• Ordinance 89-22: Second public hearing to create zoning regulations for mobile food vendors and food courts.
• Ordinance 7-23: Public hearing to establish an Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption program.
• Resolution 32-23: Approve the 2023 State Legislative Platform.
• Resolution 11-23: Award $237,120 contract to Stantec Consulting for a City Facility Master Plan (Space Needs Study).

City Council approved an ordinance establishing zoning and operational rules for mobile food vendors and food courts. The council also approved a budget amendment increasing revenues and expenditures by over $61 million and rezoned a property on SW Santa Barbara Place to residential multi-family low.

• Adopted Ordinance 89-22 regarding mobile food vendor and food court regulations (6-2)
• Adopted Ordinance 4-23 increasing FY2023 budget revenues and expenditures by $61,658,994 (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2-23 rezoning 0.8 acres at 3103-3113 SW Santa Barbara Place from Commercial to Residential Multi-Family Low (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 10-23 abolishing the Cape Coral Construction Regulation Board (8-0)
• Approved $237,120 contract with Stantec Consulting Services for Facility Master Plan (8-0)
• Approved $250,000 Economic Development Incentive Agreement with Graefen Cape Coral, LLC (8-0)
• Appointed Ron Austin, Joseph Cruz, Jason Pim, and Milay Lombardo to Waterway Advisory Board (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 8-23 for United Way of Lee County to lease City property for Hurricane Ian relief (8-0)

Hearing Examiner

The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on a single variance case (VAC22-000029) for property at 5346 Baypoint Ct., applied for by CT Lending Solutions LP. The meeting also sets the next hearing date for February 7, 2023. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Variance case VAC22-000029 for 5346 Baypoint Ct.
• Applicant: CT Lending Solutions LP c/o Justin Negip
• Next hearing scheduled for February 7, 2023 at 9:00 AM

Hearing Examiner Dalton reviewed a request from CT Lending Solutions LP to vacate property at 5346 Baypoint Ct. for a custom residence. The Hearing Examiner stated she would recommend to the City Council that the vacation proceed as requested.

• Recommended approval of vacation request for Case# VAC22-000029 (5346 Baypoint Ct.)

Committee of the Whole

The Cape Coral City Council will meet as a Committee of the Whole to receive presentations and quarterly reports on grants management, the Parks GO Bond, capital improvements, and economic development. Council will also discuss a conceptual overview of the Facade Improvement Program and a follow-up on the UEP N1 West project. No final votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Presentation from the Collaboratory, brought forward by Councilmember Hayden
• Quarterly Grants Management Report (FY 2022 Q4 and FY 2023 Q1)
• Quarterly Parks GO Bond Update with staff presentation and supporting documents
• Quarterly Capital Improvements Update covering CIP, Public Works, and Utilities
• Facade Improvement Program Conceptual Overview

The Committee of the Whole reached a consensus to move forward with the construction of Fire Station #13, despite a $1.9M budget shortfall. The body also reviewed quarterly reports on grants, parks GO bonds, and economic development, and decided to maintain the current process for Citizens Input.

• Consensus agreed to proceed with Fire Station #13 project (8-0)
• Consensus reached to keep Citizens Input process the same (7-1)
• Proposed Facade Improvement Program discussed; criteria to be brought back to future meeting
• Proposed North 1 West UEP assessments and financing options discussed

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Governing Board is meeting to discuss school calendars, staff bonuses, and budget workshop dates. The board is also reviewing two large contracts for custom play structures at elementary schools.

• Oasis Elementary North custom play structure from PLAYMORE Recreational Products & Services for $269,475.59
• Oasis Elementary South custom play structure from PLAYMORE Recreational Products & Services for $306,953.74
• ESSER II and III discretionary task bonuses of $5,500 for each Principal and $3,000 for each Assistant Principal
• Adoption of the Oasis Charter Schools Instructional Calendar for the 2023-2024 school year
• Tentative budget workshops scheduled for April 13, 2023, and May 11, 2023

The Governing Board approved the purchase of two custom play structures for Oasis Elementary North and South. The board also approved discretionary bonuses for school principals and assistant principals and adopted the 2023-2024 instructional calendar.

• Approved $269,475.59 for Oasis Elementary North custom play structure (Unanimous)
• Approved $306,953.74 for Oasis Elementary South custom play structure (Unanimous)
• Approved $5,500 ESSER II and III discretionary task bonus for each Principal (Unanimous)
• Approved $3,000 ESSER II and III discretionary task bonus for each Assistant Principal (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023-2024 Oasis Charter Schools Instructional Calendar (Unanimous)
• Tabled date for Budget Workshop #1 to February 14, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)
• Tabled date for Budget Workshop #2 to February 14, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

Youth Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Youth Council is holding a regular meeting to discuss and continue work on several ongoing items, including a quarterly report presentation, the Spring Gala, senior and junior projects, and a strategic plan. The meeting will also include approval of December 2022 minutes, an advisor presentation, and a report on a Youth Council brochure.

• Continued discussion on the 2022 FLC Youth Council Video Competition
• Continued discussion on the Spring Gala, with attached flyer and catering quote
• Continued discussion on the Love Locks Project
• Continued discussion on the Youth Council Strategic Plan, with attached SWOT analysis
• Discussion on a Youth Council Brochure by Communications Director Garcia

The Youth Council approved its Quarterly Report presentation for the January 25 City Council meeting and adopted an amended council brochure. Members also discussed planning for the Spring Gala and the development of a Kindness Rock Garden at Saratoga Lake Park.

• Adopted January 13, 2023 agenda (10-0)
• Approved December 9, 2022 meeting minutes (Voice Poll: All ayes)
• Adopted Quarterly Report Presentation for Jan 25 City Council Meeting (11-0)
• Adopted amended Youth Council Brochure (Voice Poll: All ayes)
• Added items 9.A. and 10.B. through 10.I. to the next meeting agenda (Voice Poll: All ayes)

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will review updates from the City Auditor's Office. The meeting also includes a report regarding the Audit Hotline for Fiscal Year 2022.

• City Auditor's Office Update Report
• Audit Hotline Year End Report for Fiscal Year 2022

The Audit Committee approved the agenda and the meeting minutes from November 9, 2022. The City Auditor provided updates on external and internal audits, including pension plans and public works. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved the meeting agenda (All ayes)
• Approved November 9, 2022 meeting minutes (All ayes)

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss personnel matters. The agenda focuses on staffing for the Council Office and the City Attorney's Office.

• Staff Personnel Issues - Council Office
• Additional City Attorney Office Personnel
• Updated Job Description - Deputy City Attorney

City Council approved a 5% pay increase for Legislative Assistant Lisa Williams. The Council also voted to begin the search for a new City Attorney to ensure a transition period and approved hiring an Assistant City Attorney to replace a retiring Senior Paralegal.

• Approved 5% pay increase for Legislative Assistant Lisa Williams effective January 9, 2023 (8-0)
• Approved process to advertise for and select a new City Attorney with a transition overlap period (5-3)
• Approved hiring an Assistant City Attorney (Level 1 or 2) effective April 1, replacing a retiring Senior Paralegal FTE (7-1)
• Denied the creation of a Deputy City Attorney position

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The Transportation Advisory Commission is meeting to receive updates on infrastructure recovery and landscaping projects. The body will also hold workshop discussions regarding master plans for multimodal transport and the SR-78 corridor.

• Hurricane Ian recovery updates regarding traffic signals and street signage
• Discussion of Royal Palms specifications for the Rose Garden Landscaping Project
• Landscaping project updates for Chiquita Boulevard and Embers Parkway West
• Multimodal Master Plan and Micromobility updates
• SR-78 Corridor Plan update

The Commission reached a consensus to adjust the sizes of Bismarck, Sabal, and Royal Palm trees for the Rose Garden Landscaping Project to ensure uniformity. The meeting also included updates on Hurricane Ian recovery efforts regarding traffic signals and street signage.

• Adopted agenda with addition of De Navarra Parkway and Del Prado Boulevard discussion (All ayes)
• Approved meeting minutes from December 14, 2022 (All ayes)
• Agreed to reduce size of Bismarck and Sabal trees to match Royal Palms, or increase Royal Palms to match others, for uniformity

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three land-use map amendments. The largest is Ordinance 5-23, which would rezone over 1,200 acres along Burnt Store Road into a new district. Two smaller items would change a lot to Public Facilities and a parcel to Multi-Family.

• Ordinance 5-23: rezone 1,206.66 acres to the new Burnt Store Road District (BURST)
• Ordinance 3-23: change 1.18 acres at 2025 NE 6th St and 671 Stonecrest Ln from Light Industrial to Public Facilities
• Ordinance 9-23: change 1.09 acres at 706, 712, 718 SE 7th St from Commercial Professional to Multi-Family
• Approval of minutes from December 7, 2022 meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for February 1, 2023 at 9:00 AM

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval for three ordinances amending the Future Land Use Map. These include a large-scale district change for the Burnt Store Road area and two smaller property re-designations. All recommendations will move to the City Council for final decision.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance 3-23 to change 1.18 acres to Public Facilities (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 5-23 to change 1,206.66 acres to Burnt Store Road District (6-1)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 9-23 to change 1.09 acres to Multi-Family Residential (7-0)
• Approved December 7, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council is deciding on several high-value contracts and ordinances, including the construction of a racquet center and the purchase of modular classrooms. The body is also discussing zoning changes for mobile food vendors and updating hurricane-related permitting waivers.

• Contract for Lake Kennedy Racquet Center construction with Charles Perry Partners, Inc. for $11,243,030.52
• Purchase of two modular classroom units from Vesta Housing Solutions, LLC for $1,348,811.20
• Resolution to terminate Hurricane Ian emergency permitting fee waivers effective January 16, 2023
• Public hearing on Ordinance 89-22 regarding zoning regulations for mobile food vendors and food courts
• Proposed budget amendment to increase total revenues and expenditures by $61,658,994

The City Council awarded a contract for the full build-out of the Lake Kennedy Racquet Center, including 32 pickleball and 12 tennis courts. Council also voted to reinstate hurricane permitting fees and approved several utility and administrative ordinances, while rejecting a lease amendment for Sun Splash Waterpark.

• Approved $11,243,030.52 contract for Lake Kennedy Racquet Center (7-1)
• Approved reinstatement of Hurricane Ian emergency permitting fees (7-1)
• Denied lease amendment for Sun Splash Waterpark expansion (3-5)
• Approved $1.3M for two modular classroom units (8-0)
• Approved $340,900 contract for cleaning supplies with HD Supply Facilities Maintenance LTD (8-0)
• Approved $510,000 for Hach equipment and maintenance (8-0)
• Approved $100,000 for Cape Coral Wildlife Conservation Program (8-0)
• Recommended removal of Vanessa Chaviano from MPO-CAC (8-0)

Hearing Examiner

The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on January 3, 2023, to consider a development plan application (Case# PDP22-000001) for 671 Stonecrest Lane, submitted by the City of Cape Coral c/o Avalon Engineering Inc. The meeting will also set the date for the next hearing. The agenda includes only this one substantive item, along with procedural rules for the hearing.

• Public hearing on Case# PDP22-000001 for 671 Stonecrest Lane
• Applicant: City of Cape Coral, c/o Avalon Engineering Inc.
• Next hearing scheduled for Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at 9:00 a.m.

The Hearing Examiner reviewed a Planned Development Project (PDP22-000001) for the construction of Fire Station #13 at 671 Stonecrest Lane. Following testimony from the applicant and city staff, the Hearing Examiner stated she would recommend the PDP amendment go forward as requested.

• Recommended approval of PDP22-000001 for Fire Station #13