Cape Coral public meetings in 2024

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will conduct hearings for three specific property cases. These include development requests and a rezoning application.

• Case DEV24-000004: 127 Bayshore Dr. (Applicant: WB Williamson Bros, Inc.)
• Case DEV24-000007: 4312 NW 23rd Ter. (Applicant: Hickcox Brothers Marine)
• Case RZN24-000009: 723 Nelson Rd N. (Applicant: City of Cape Coral)

The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner approved two dock construction deviations (DEV24-000004 at 127 Bavshore Dr. and DEV24-000007 at 4312 NW 23rd Ter.) and recommended approval of a zoning change (RZN24-000009 at 723 Nelson Rd N.). All decisions were made with no public speakers and followed staff recommendations, with conditions. The next hearing is scheduled for January 14, 2025.

• Granted dock deviation DEV24-000004 at 127 Bavshore Dr. (WB Williamson Bros Inc.)
• Granted dock deviation DEV24-000007 at 4312 NW 23rd Ter. (Hickcox Brothers Marine) with condition attaching site plan
• Recommended approval of rezone RZN24-000009 at 723 Nelson Rd N. (City of Cape Coral)

Youth Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Youth Council will discuss questions from the recent Charter Schools meeting and continue conversations on several ongoing projects, including the Junior Book Drive, Senior Project, Blessings in a Backpack, and Love Locks. The council will also review a quarterly report, debrief the Holiday Festival of Lights, and consider the proposed 2025 meeting schedule and application process. Additional updates include the FLC Youth Council Excellence Award and Legislative Action Days.

• Discussion of Cape Coral Charter Schools meeting questions
• Junior Project Book Drive (flyer and information)
• Senior Project continued discussion
• Holiday Festival of Lights debrief
• 2025 revised Youth Council meeting schedule proposal

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several emergency purchases and contracts related to Hurricane Milton recovery and infrastructure. The body is also deciding on two rezoning requests and one plat vacation.

• Emergency purchase of $699,932.20 with AWP Inc. for citywide stop sign replacement
• Emergency purchase of $250,000 with Integrated Fire and Security Solutions for City Hall fire alarm system
• Rezoning of 3303/3307 NE 16th Avenue and 3302/3306 Averill Boulevard from Single-Family Residential to Commercial
• Rezoning of 1011 SW 4th Terrace from Commercial Corridor to Single-Family Residential
• Purchase of 4832 Triton Court East for $524,000 including closing and moving costs

The Cape Coral City Council approved a 14-item consent agenda, including emergency purchases for stop signs and a fire alarm system, and several property purchases. They also appointed Councilmember Lastra as Presiding Officer, refunded residential tree fund donations, and approved two rezoning ordinances. The council discussed but took no action on the Jaycee Park project and the Three Fishermen sanctions.

• Approved consent agenda items 1-12 and 14 (8-0)
• Approved updated Council Agenda Rules of Procedure as amended (8-0)
• Appointed Councilmember Lastra as Presiding Officer until November 5, 2025 (8-0)
• Approved refunding residential tree fund donations to property owners (7-0)
• Appointed Councilmember Kaduk as MPO Executive Board Member (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 378-24 for vacation of plat at 849 Montclaire Court (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 80-24 rezoning to Commercial at 3303/3307 NE 16th Ave (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 81-24 rezoning to Single-Family Residential at 1011 SW 4th Terrace (8-0)

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed.

The Cape Coral Transportation Advisory Commission (CTAC) held its regular meeting on December 11, 2024, and made several decisions. The commission elected Rachael Kaduk as Chair and Bill Steinke as Vice Chair, both by unanimous votes. They also approved the 2025 meeting schedule as presented, and approved the minutes from the September 18, 2024 meeting. The rest of the meeting consisted of informational presentations and updates on various transportation projects, with no other formal votes taken.

• Elected Rachael Kaduk as Chair (5-0)
• Elected Bill Steinke as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Approved 2025 meeting schedule as presented (5-0)
• Approved minutes from September 18, 2024 meeting (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on three ordinances that amend the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Ordinance 88-24 proposes changing the Future Land Use Map for 1513 Gleason Parkway from Commercial/Professional to Multi‑Family Residential. Ordinance 85-24 seeks to allow an essential service facility within Yellow Fever Creek Regional Park. Ordinance 89-24 would change the Future Land Use Map for 701 Mohawk Parkway from Public Facilities to Commercial/Professional. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the November 6, 2024 minutes and a 30‑minute citizen input period.

• Ordinance 88-24 – rezoning 1513 Gleason Parkway to Multi‑Family Residential (28,938 sq ft)
• Ordinance 85-24 – permitting an essential service facility in Yellow Fever Creek Regional Park
• Ordinance 89-24 – rezoning 701 Mohawk Parkway from Public Facilities to Commercial/Professional (1.22 acres)
• Approval of Planning and Zoning Commission minutes from November 6, 2024
• 30‑minute citizen input time (max 30 minutes, 3 minutes per individual)

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of two ordinances changing future land use designations: Ordinance 88-24 (1513 Gleason Parkway) from Commercial/Professional to Multi-Family Residential, and Ordinance 89-24 (701 Mohawk Parkway) from Public Facilities to Commercial/Professional. Both recommendations passed 5-0. The commission also continued Ordinance 85-24, which would allow an essential service facility at Yellow Fever Creek Regional Park, to the February 5, 2025 meeting.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance 88-24 (FLUM24-000003) to change future land use at 1513 Gleason Parkway from Commercial/Professional to Multi-Family Residential (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 89-24 (FLUM24-000011) to change future land use at 701 Mohawk Parkway from Public Facilities to Commercial/Professional (5-0)
• Continued Ordinance 85-24 (TXT24-Q00003) to February 5, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. (5-0)
• Approved minutes of November 6, 2024, as presented (5-0)

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board will adopt the agenda, approve the minutes from the November 12, 2024 meeting, and vote on several consent items. These items include safety and security requirement assurances, acceptance of FY25 Title II allocations for Oasis Elementary South ($12,056), Oasis Elementary North ($11,415), Oasis Middle School ($11,798) and Oasis High School ($15,051), and a $974.59 Holocaust education grant for Oasis Middle School. The meeting also provides 45 minutes of citizen input and features reports from the superintendent, city manager, councilmember, chair, foundation, staff, and board members.

• Approve FY25 Title II allocations: Oasis Elementary South $12,056; Oasis Elementary North $11,415; Oasis Middle School $11,798; Oasis High School $15,051
• Accept MSHE Foundation Holocaust Education Grant of $974.59 for the Power in Reading Holocaust Project at Oasis Middle School
• Adopt safety and security requirement assurances, including an Active Assailant/Shooter Response Plan and Family Reunification Plan
• Approve minutes from the Regular Governing Board Meeting on November 12, 2024
• Provide up to 45 minutes of citizen input (3 minutes per individual)

The Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, including safety plan assurances, Title II grant allocations totaling $50,320, and a $974.59 Holocaust education grant. They also approved a discretionary holiday bonus for all Oasis Charter Schools employees and an amended meeting calendar for SY 2024-2025. A motion to table a resolution regarding board member appointment changes was tabled until further notice, and a new motion was passed to review Chapter 26.

• Approved consent agenda items 8A-8C unanimously
• Approved safety and security assurances including Active Assailant/Shooter Response Plan
• Approved Title II allocations: OES $12,056; OEN $11,415; OMS $11,798; OHS $15,051
• Approved $974.59 Mark Schonwetter Holocaust Education Foundation Grant for OMS
• Approved amended SY 2024-2025 meeting calendar with updated location and time
• Approved 'Option 5' discretionary holiday bonus for all Oasis employees
• Tabled resolution to amend board member appointment process until further notice
• Approved motion to review Chapter 26 with report due March 11, 2025

Community Redevelopment Agency – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency will consider applications for Commercial Structures Resilience Grants and discuss expanding the Breaking Barriers to Business (B2B) Grant Initiative. An informational update on decorative lighting for Cape Coral Parkway will also be presented. The meeting includes standard agenda items such as citizen input, consent agenda, and scheduling of future meetings.

• Commercial Structures Resilience Grants – review of grant applications
• Expansion of the Breaking Barriers to Business (B2B) Grant Initiative Program
• Cape Coral Parkway Decorative Lighting Update – information only

The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency agreed to move forward with a Commercial Structures Resilience Grants Program for CRA businesses, with consensus to participate in a citywide program or contribute financially. The board also voted unanimously to expand the Breaking Barriers to Business (B2B) Grant Initiative to include building and fire code improvements and to bring back a resolution for final approval, with a later discussion on defining small business. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Consensus to move forward with Commercial Structures Resilience Grants Program
• Approved expanding B2B grant program to include building and fire code improvements (8-0)
• Agreed to bring back a resolution to amend B2B grant program and discuss small business definition

City Council – Regular Meeting

The agenda for the Cape Coral City Council regular meeting on December 4, 2024 contains no listed items. It appears to be a procedural placeholder with no decisions or discussions recorded.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the city's federal and state legislative platforms for fiscal year 2025. The body will also hold a discussion regarding Commercial Structure Resilience Grants.

• FY 25 Federal and State Legislative Platforms
• Commercial Structure Resilience Grants

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will adopt the agenda, approve prior meeting minutes, and pass Resolution 380-24 to certify the results of the November 5, 2024 general election. The council will also set public hearings for several resolutions and ordinances slated for December 4 and December 11, covering street right‑of‑way vacations, parking rule changes, and zoning map amendments. New business includes appointments, liaison selections, and scheduling of future meetings and a January budget workshop.

• Resolution 380-24 – certifies the November 5, 2024 city election results
• Resolution 369-24 – sets a public hearing Dec 4 to vacate plats for SW 3rd Ave, SW 4th Ave, SW 25th St (Lee Memorial Health System)
• Ordinance 70-24 – amends residential parking regulations in the Land Development Code
• Ordinance 80-24 – rezones lots 9‑18, Block 5614, Unit 84 from R1 to Commercial (C) at 3303 & 3307 NE 16th Ave and 3302 & 3306 Averill Blvd
• Ordinance 82-24 – authorizes a ground lease for emergency medical services at 101 NW Douglas Parkway

City Council – Orientation

The City Council is conducting an orientation meeting featuring presentations from various city departments. The session focuses on departmental overviews and the budget process.

• Budget process overview by Financial Services Department
• Information Technology Services Department presentation
• Human Resources Department presentation
• City Clerk's Department presentation
• Presentations from Parks and Recreation, Development Services, Public Works, and Utilities departments

City Council – Orientation

The City Council is conducting an orientation meeting consisting of presentations on city operations and governance. The session focuses on educating council members on legal requirements, department roles, and administrative procedures.

• Sunshine Laws and Ethics presentation by City Attorney Aleksandr Boksner
• Council Rules, Ordinances, Resolutions, and City Charter presentation
• Overview of the Council-Manager form of government by City Manager Michael Ilczyszyn
• Presentations from the Police, Fire, and Emergency Management departments
• Briefings on the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) and Economic and Business Development

Community Redevelopment Agency – Regular Meeting

The Community Redevelopment Agency will discuss the appointment of a Chair and Vice Chair and the 2025 meeting schedule. The body is also reviewing a business grant for a restaurant and several special event sponsorship requests.

• Grant of $47,540.28 to Next Door 1339 LLC (Stone's Throw Restaurant) via Breaking Barriers to Business program
• Sponsorship of $5,000 for Holiday Festival of Lights, 40th Annual Cape Coral Art Festival, 7th Annual Pride Cape Coral, and Holiday Boat A Long
• Sponsorship of $5,000 for New Year's Eve Celebration
• Sponsorship of $4,225 for 7th Annual Chili Cook Off
• Appointment of CRA Chair and Vice Chair

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will approve the September 11, 2024 meeting minutes. It will hear a City Auditor’s Office update from Auditor Russell. Members will discuss the proposed 2025 Audit Committee meeting schedule. The agenda also includes a citizen input period and a recognition segment.

• Approval of September 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• City Auditor’s Office Update Report – City Auditor Russell
• Discussion of 2025 Audit Committee meetings schedule
• Citizens input time
• Recognition

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will conduct a public hearing on Ordinance 56-24, which amends Section 5.4.7 of the Land Development Code concerning boat canopies and sun shelters. City Planning Staff and Planning and Zoning both recommend approval of the ordinance. After the hearing, the council will have a 60‑minute citizen input period before adjourning.

• Ordinance 56-24 public hearing – amendment to boat canopies and sun shelters (Section 5.4.7, Marine Improvements)
• City Planning Staff recommendation: approval
• Planning and Zoning recommendation: approval
• Citizen input time – up to 60 minutes total, 3 minutes per speaker
• Next regular council meeting scheduled for November 20, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board is meeting to discuss operational updates and approvals. The board will review a revised instructional calendar and an audit report for the year ending June 30, 2024.

• Approval of the Revised Oasis Calendar Schools Instructional Calendar SY 2024-2025
• Audit Report for the year ending June 30, 2024
• Fire alarm system replacement for Oasis Elementary North Portables
• Request for a Bus Driver Trainer/Lead Stipend
• Oasis High School Teacher Out of Field SY 2024-2025 Notification

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on three ordinances that amend the Land Development Code and Comprehensive Plan. Ordinance 70-24 updates residential parking requirements, Ordinance 79-24 adds survey and legal description steps for plat vacations, and Ordinance 78-24 changes the Future Land Use Map to designate Burnt Store Road District. The meeting also includes approval of the 2025 commission meeting schedule and a 30‑minute citizen input period.

• Ordinance 70-24 – amendment to parking regulations for residential zoning districts
• Ordinance 79-24 – amendment adding survey, sketch, and legal description requirements for plat vacations
• Ordinance 78-24 (FLUM24-000013) – amendment to the Comprehensive Plan future land use map, changing parcels to Burnt Store Road District
• Approval of the 2025 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting schedule
• Citizen input time – up to 30 minutes total, 3 minutes per individual

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will hold a hearing on case RZN24-000003 submitted by Avalon Engineering for the property at 1211 Pine Lake Dr. This hearing continues from the October 15, 2024 hearing. The examiner may issue a ruling or recommendation based on the staff report and the record. The next hearing is scheduled for December 3, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers.

• Case RZN24-000003 – hearing for 1211 Pine Lake Dr., applicant Avalon Engineering (continuation from 10/15/2024)
• Next hearing scheduled for Dec 3, 2024, 9:00 a.m., Council Chambers
• Attachments: City Clerk2024034.pdf and RZN24-000003_NOVUS_Packet.pdf

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council will review a consent agenda featuring numerous infrastructure contracts, police grants, and equipment purchases. Key items include a large-scale capital equipment budget and a $1 million real estate purchase in the downtown area.

• Resolution 314-24: $29,693,249 for FY25 capital equipment, vehicles, and hardware/software
• Resolution 362-24: Purchase of 4816 Triton Court for $1,000,000 plus closing costs up to $15,000
• Resolution 350-24: $4,977,001.58 for Tropicana Park neighborhood improvements
• Resolution 340-24: One-time 10% wage increase for police officers, sergeants, and lieutenants totaling $3,581,422
• Resolution 335-24: $806,793 for Embers Parkway West median improvements

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will hold a quasi‑judicial public hearing on Resolution 300‑24 to determine whether North Medical Land Company, LLC has vested rights for a new car wash facility. The property is located at the intersection of Del Prado Boulevard North and Dan LeDuke Road, described as Tracts Com‑6 and Com‑8, Block 8053, Entrada Subdivision. The applicant is Boos Development Group, Inc.; the council will hear testimony and consider the determination.

• Resolution 300‑24 Public Hearing – determination of vested rights for proposed car wash
• Location: intersection of Del Prado Boulevard North and Dan LeDuke Road
• Property description: Tracts Com‑6 and Com‑8, Block 8053, Entrada Subdivision
• Applicant: Boos Development Group, Inc. seeking vested‑rights decision for North Medical Land Company, LLC
• No other substantive agenda items; meeting otherwise procedural

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hold a series of discussions on city infrastructure, financial policies, and growth modeling. The meeting includes a designated period for citizen input on city government matters.

• Cape Coral Parkway 6-Laning discussion
• South Spreader Waterway Project discussion
• Interactive Growth Model Phase 2: Presentation of Findings
• Financial Management Policies discussion
• Golf Course Timeline and Boat Canopies discussions

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss the purchase of 1,202 acres in Charlotte County for a water supply reservoir. The body is also reviewing several zoning ordinances and professional service contracts for infrastructure and parks.

• Proposed $38,000,000 purchase of 1,202 acres for a water supply reservoir
• Resolution 71-24 to authorize up to $25,000,000 in commercial paper debt for parks and facilities
• Resolution 340-24 for a one-time 10% wage increase for Police Officers, Sergeants, and Lieutenants
• Resolution 337-24 for the $335,295 purchase of a SL260 Mobile Stage
• Ordinance 66-24 and 67-24 regarding new conditions for car-wash and self-storage facilities

Hearing Examiner

The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner will conduct hearings on two applications on October 15, 2024. The applications are Case PDP24-000002 by Cindy Brizuela at 2110 Chiquita Blvd S., and Case RZN24-000003 by Avalon Engineering at 1211 Pine Lake Dr. A follow‑up hearing for Case PDP24-000002 is scheduled for November 5, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

• Case PDP24-000002 – 2110 Chiquita Blvd S. – Applicant Cindy Brizuela
• Case RZN24-000003 – 1211 Pine Lake Dr. – Applicant Avalon Engineering
• Next hearing for Case PDP24-000002 scheduled for Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will approve the July 18, 2024 meeting minutes, discuss Accessory Dwelling Units, review the 2024 Incentive Review and Recommendation Report, and present that report to the City Council with a recommendation to schedule it for the December 4, 2024 council meeting. The committee will also approve the proposed 2025 AHAC meeting schedule.

• Approval of July 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Committee of the Whole discussion on Accessory Dwelling Units
• Review of the 2024 Incentive Review and Recommendation Report
• Presentation of the report to the City Council with recommendation for Dec 4, 2024 agenda placement
• Approval of the 2025 proposed AHAC meeting schedule

City Council – Special Meeting

The City Council is holding second and final public hearings to establish ad valorem taxes for 2024 and adopt the operating and capital budgets for Fiscal Year 2025.

• Ordinance 59-24: Levy ad valorem taxes of 5.2188 mills ($5.2188 per $1,000) and 0.1791 mills ($.1791 per $1,000) for debt service
• Ordinance 60-24: Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025 operating budget, revenues, expenditures, and capital budget

City Council – Regular Meeting

The council will vote on a consent agenda that includes contract renewals and purchases such as a $661,296 health‑fund renewal and a $110,000 police uniform purchase. Several ordinance hearings are scheduled, most notably Ordinance 71-24 which would allow the city to issue up to $25 million of commercial paper debt to fund parks and other facilities. Additional ordinances address land‑use changes for car‑wash and self‑storage facilities and a conservation easement for Joe Coviello Park. A grant agreement for up to $9 million to expand the Emergency Operations Center is also on the agenda.

• Resolution 273-24 – Renew agreement with Medical Risk Solutions, LLC; estimated annual amount $661,296 (Self Insured Health Fund)
• Resolution 308-24 – Award bid for police uniforms and duty gear; estimated cost $110,000 (General Fund)
• Resolution 319-24 – Contract with NUE Urban Concepts for Mobility Plan and Fee System; not‑to‑exceed $343,350 (Road Impact Fee Fund)
• Resolution 325-24 – Grant agreement with State of Florida Division of Emergency Management for up to $9,000,000 to expand the Emergency Operations Center
• Ordinance 71-24 – Authorize issuance of commercial paper debt up to $25,000,000 to finance parks and other facilities

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several ordinances. These include changes to land use maps, updates to car wash and self-storage facility regulations, and residential parking rules.

• Ordinance 68-24: Creating a Mixed Use Ten (MUX) Future Land Use Map classification
• Ordinance 69-24: Changing 0.47 acres at 1466 & 1470 SW 5th St. from Multi-Family Residential to Commercial/Professional
• Ordinance 66-24: Establishing conditions and definitions for car-wash facilities
• Ordinance 67-24: Establishing conditions for self-service storage facilities
• Ordinance 70-24: Updating parking regulations for residential zoning districts

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council special meeting on Oct. 2, 2024 will discuss two new business items. Council members will hear the City Auditor's evaluation. They will also consider a proposal regarding Council Office staff compensation. A 60‑minute citizen input period is also scheduled.

• City Auditor's Evaluation
• Council Office Staff Compensation Element
• Citizens Input Time – up to 60 minutes

Hearing Examiner

The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner will consider two applications. Case DEV24-000003, submitted by Sherry Gaston, is for a development at 2294 SE 28th St. Case RZN24-000001, submitted by BJM Consulting, is for a rezoning at 3307 NE 16th Ave. The examiner will hear presentations, staff recommendations, and public comments before making a decision or recommendation.

• Development application (Case DEV24-000003) at 2294 SE 28th St. by Sherry Gaston
• Rezoning application (Case RZN24-000001) at 3307 NE 16th Ave. by BJM Consulting
• Public hearing scheduled for October 1, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. in Council Chambers
• Next hearing dates set for October 15, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. for both cases
• No dollar amounts or contract details provided

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will vote on a series of consent agenda resolutions, including contracts, purchases, and project amendments. Key items include a $1,699,200 amendment to the North 1 Utilities Extension Project, bringing its total cost to $12,894,699. Additional approvals cover utility repairs, police funding, and health‑care contracts. The meeting also includes public hearings on plat vacations and election certifications.

• Approve $141,947 single‑source purchase for Southwest Water Reclamation Facility Rotoscreen #2 repair (JS&S Inc.)
• Accept $63,421 state assistance for Fentanyl Eradication (Police Department)
• Authorize $398,885 annual Medicare Advantage contract with Blue Cross Blue Shield (Human Resources)
• Approve $1,699,200 amendment to North 1 Utilities Extension Project, total project cost $12,894,699 (Public Works/CIP)
• Approve $3,532,620 contract for five Upper Floridan Aquifer water supply wells (Wells & Water Systems, Inc.)

Planning and Zoning Commission – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on three ordinances. Ordinance 65-24 amends the Future Land Use Map, changing the designation of lots 3 and 4, Block 3960, Unit 54 from Commercial/Professional to Single‑Family Residential at 107 SW 24th Place. Ordinance 66-24 updates the Land Development Code to set conditions for car‑wash facilities, and Ordinance 67-24 revises the code to establish conditions for self‑service storage facilities and removes the prior self‑storage section.

• Ordinance 65-24: Future Land Use Map amendment from Commercial/Professional to Single‑Family Residential for lots 3 & 4, Block 3960, Unit 54, 107 SW 24th Place
• Ordinance 66-24: Land Development Code amendment creating Section 5.11.17 for car‑wash facility conditions
• Ordinance 67-24: Land Development Code amendment creating Section 5.11.18 for self‑service storage facility conditions and eliminating Section 5.10.16

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the City Manager's evaluation. The agenda includes a 60‑minute citizen input period, a pledge of civility, and scheduling of the next regular council meeting. No other substantive actions are listed.

• New Business – City Manager's Evaluation
• Citizens Input Time – up to 60 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker
• Schedule next regular meeting for September 18, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.
• Pledge of Civility at meeting start
• Roll Call of Mayor and Council members

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The Transportation Advisory Commission will hear presentations on citywide wayfinding, sidewalk prioritization, roadway management technology, and updates on Hurricane Ian repairs, FY 2024 road resurfacing, Cape Coral Parkway 6‑laning, and Lee County maintained medians. The commission will also discuss long‑range transportation plans, speed‑limit reductions for major roads, mobility fee implementation, and the tree trimming process. Public input will be accepted, and no formal decisions are indicated on the agenda.

• Cape Coral Parkway 6‑Laning (presentation by Wendy Williams, Principal Engineer)
• FY 2024 Road Resurfacing Update (Kevin Smith, Senior Project Manager, D & C)
• Mobility Fee Implementation (Laura Dodd, Principal Planner)
• Speed Limit Reductions for Major Roads (Laura Dodd, Principal Planner)
• Citywide Wayfinding Conceptual (Laura Dodd, Principal Planner)

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will conduct three items on September 17, 2024: a withdrawn application (Case# VAR24-000003), a rezoning application (Case# RZN24-000004) for 1011 SW 4th Ter. submitted by Synergy Homes LLC, and a health‑system application (Case# VAC24-000003) for 2504 SW 4th Pl. submitted by Lee Memorial Health System. The board will set the next hearing date for October 1, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. and then adjourn.

• Withdrawn by applicant – Case# VAR24-000003 (continued from 8/20/24 hearing)
• Rezoning – Case# RZN24-000004, address 1011 SW 4th Ter., applicant Synergy Homes LLC
• Health‑system application – Case# VAC24-000003, address 2504 SW 4th Pl., applicant Lee Memorial Health System
• Next hearing scheduled for Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. in Council Chambers
• Adjournment of the hearing session

The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner heard three cases on September 17, 2024. One variance application (VAR24-000003) was withdrawn by the applicant and closed. For the rezone request (RZN24-000004) at 1011 SW 4th Ter., the examiner took testimony and stated she would issue a recommendation to City Council. For the vacation request (VAC24-000003) at 2504 SW 4th Pl., the examiner stated she would recommend the vacation go forward as requested. No final decisions were made; recommendations are pending.

• Withdrawn by applicant: VAR24-000003 (variance) — case closed
• RZN24-000004 (rezone at 1011 SW 4th Ter.) — testimony heard; recommendation to City Council pending
• VAC24-000003 (vacation at 2504 SW 4th Pl.) — examiner stated she will recommend approval as requested

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Governing Board is meeting to discuss school policies and federal funding. The board will consider an amended master lease agreement between the City of Cape Coral and the Charter School Authority.

• Second Amended Master Lease Agreement for all charter schools and facilities
• FDOE Title IV Part A Federal Program funds: Oasis Elementary North ($15,983.72), Oasis Elementary South ($17,222.40), Oasis Middle School ($16,535.57), and Oasis High School ($12,219.37)
• Approval of teachers out of field for school year 2024-2025
• Updates to 23 NEOLA policies

The Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board unanimously approved the Second Amended Master Lease Agreement for all charter schools and facilities between the City of Cape Coral and the Charter School Authority. The board also approved the consent agenda, including teacher out-of-field requests and federal Title IV funding. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were reports and updates.

• Approved Second Amended Master Lease Agreement for all charter schools and facilities (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 20, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved regular meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 8A-8C (unanimous)
• Approved teacher out-of-field requests for 2024-2025 (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of FLDOE Title IV Part A funds totaling $61,961.06 (unanimous)
• Approved NEOLA policy updates as listed (unanimous)

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will conduct first public hearings on Ordinance 59-24, which sets ad valorem tax rates of 5.2188 mills and 0.1791 mills for debt service, and on Ordinance 60-24, which adopts the operating, revenue, expenditure, and capital budget for Fiscal Year 2025. Both items will have a second and final hearing on September 26, 2024. A 60‑minute citizen input period is also scheduled.

• Ordinance 59-24: ad valorem tax levy of 5.2188 mills ($5.2188 per $1,000) and 0.1791 mills ($0.1791 per $1,000) for debt service
• Ordinance 60-24: adoption of the FY 2025 operating, revenue, expenditure, and capital budget
• First public hearings held now; second and final hearings set for September 26, 2024
• Citizen input time limited to 60 minutes total, 3 minutes per individual
• Future meetings scheduled: special meeting Sep 18, 2024 at 3:00 p.m., regular meeting Sep 18, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.

Community Redevelopment Agency – Regular Meeting

The Community Redevelopment Agency will adopt the agenda, approve prior meeting minutes, and consider a consent agenda that includes a $281,473 staffing cost proposal with Stantec for design work on Palm Tree Boulevard. In new business the board will set public parking rates at The Cove garage, amend the FY 2024 budget, and discuss FY 2025 special event sponsorships, approving several $4,225‑$10,000 sponsorships for upcoming community events.

• Approve Staffing Cost Proposal (Resolution 13‑24) with Stantec Consulting Services, not to exceed $281,473, for design of access management, curbing, irrigation, landscaping, and median deficiencies along Palm Tree Blvd from Country Club Blvd to Wildwood Pkwy.
• Set public parking rates for The Cove at 47th Parking Garage (Resolution 11‑24).
• Amend FY 2024 CRA budget (Resolution 12‑24).
• Discuss FY 2025 special event sponsorships and approve sponsorships ranging $4,225‑$10,000 for events such as Holiday Festival of Lights, 40th Annual Art Festival, Chili Cook Off, Pride Cape Coral, Concert in the Park, Veterans Day Parade, Music & Art Fusion Walk, Holiday Boat A‑Long, and New Year’s Eve Celebration.
• Approve minutes from the July 31 regular meeting and the August 7 special meeting.

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will approve the minutes from its July 10, 2024 meeting, hear a report from City Auditor Russel on the September 2024 audit update, and accept public input. The committee will also set the date for its next meeting on November 13, 2024.

• Approval of July 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• City Auditor's Office Update Report – September 2024
• Public input from community members
• Scheduling of next meeting for November 13, 2024
• Motion to adjourn

The Cape Coral Audit Committee met on September 11, 2024, and took procedural actions: appointed Jiil Hiatt as Chair Pro Tem, adopted the agenda, and approved the July 10, 2024 minutes. The City Auditor provided an update on ongoing audits, including the FY24 City and Charter School audits, and noted five recommendations closed with 47 outstanding. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Appointed Jiil Hiatt as Chair Pro Tem (voice vote, all ayes)
• Adopted the agenda as presented (voice vote, all ayes)
• Approved July 10, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote, all ayes)

Committee of the Whole

The Cape Coral Committee of the Whole will discuss several proposals, including term sheets for new agreements with the Cape Coral Historical Society and the Cultural Park Theatre Company, updates to the Recovery and Resilience Strategic Plan, capital improvements for Coral Oaks Golf Course, a charter school lease, an evacuation route study, the FY 2025 millage rate, and a follow‑up on the city attorney contract. No decisions are recorded; the meeting is for discussion and public input.

• Proposed term sheet with Cape Coral Historical Society, Inc. for operation of the Cape Coral Historical Museum at Cultural Park
• Proposed term sheet with Cultural Park Theatre Company, Inc. for operation of the Cultural Park Theatre Building at Cultural Park
• Coral Oaks Golf Course capital improvements presentation
• Charter school lease discussion
• FY 2025 millage rate discussion

The City Council set the FY2025 millage rate at the half-back rate for the first budget hearing, which will fund a 10% pay increase for police officers. Council also directed staff to include a minimum of 10 weekly operating hours for the Historical Museum in its license agreement, increase the Cultural Park Theatre's annual contribution to $45,000, and draft a resolution supporting evacuation route improvements. Staff was directed to draft a charter school lease amendment and a city attorney contract update.

• Set FY2025 millage rate at half-back rate for first hearing
• Directed 10% police pay increase funded by millage difference
• Set minimum 10 weekly hours for Historical Museum in term sheet
• Increased Cultural Park Theatre annual contribution to $45,000
• Directed resolution supporting evacuation route improvements for Sept. 18 agenda
• Expressed support for Coral Oaks equipment lease and irrigation project
• Directed draft charter school lease amendment for board review
• Incorporated COLA clause into city attorney contract draft

City Council – Regular Meeting

The council will vote on a consent agenda that includes a $9,222.60 five‑year lease for a mail machine, multiple utility equipment purchases totaling over $580,000, a $3.735 M construction contract for the Chiquita Lock removal and seawall restoration, and a $4.02 M state infrastructure grant for the Victory Park development. New business includes approval of a speed‑camera system for school zones and several zoning and land‑use ordinance changes. Public hearings will be scheduled for plat vacations and a lease amendment for the Sun Splash Waterpark.

• Resolution 287-24: $3,735,139.36 contract with Wright Construction for Chiquita Lock removal and seawall restoration (Phase 2)
• Resolution 294-24: $4,020,401 Florida Job Growth Infrastructure Grant for public right‑of‑way and infrastructure at NE 24th Ave and Diplomat Pkwy (Victory Park)
• Resolution 276-24: $229,821.20 single‑source purchase of Gorman Rupp pumps and related parts from Tencarva d/b/a Hudson Pump and Equipment
• Ordinance 55-24: Amend Future Land Use Map to change 723 Nelson Road from Commercial Activity Center to Commercial/Professional
• Resolution 214-24: Approve agreement with RedSpeed Florida for speed‑detection camera system in school zones

The Cape Coral City Council approved a five-year contract with RedSpeed Florida for speed detection cameras in school zones, funded by violation fines. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including a $3.7 million contract for Chiquita Lock removal and seawall restoration, and adopted two land use changes. One ordinance regarding boat canopies was continued to the next meeting.

• Approved speed camera contract with RedSpeed Florida (8-0)
• Approved $3.74M Chiquita Lock removal and seawall restoration contract (8-0)
• Approved $4.02M grant for Victory Park infrastructure (8-0)
• Adopted FLUM change at 723 Nelson Road from CAC to CP (8-0)
• Adopted FLUM change at Santa Barbara and Kismet from SM to CP (6-2)
• Approved delinquent CIAC assessment resolution (8-0)
• Continued boat canopy ordinance to Sept. 18 meeting (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 1-7 (8-0)

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council is deciding on several professional service contracts and a final replat for development. The meeting includes public hearings to establish non-ad valorem assessment rates and user fees for city services for the 2024-2025 fiscal year.

• Contract for Southwest Water Reclamation Facility upgrades and raw water main replacement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. not to exceed $5,958,249.25
• Annual $314,200 subscription for a pavement management system via the City of Dunedin
• Fiscal Year 2024-2025 assessment rolls and rates for lot mowing, solid waste, fire protection, and stormwater user fees
• Final Replat for The Cove at 47th Development located between Cape Coral Pkwy E and SE 47th Ter
• License Agreement with Sun Broadcasting, Inc. to plant American flags at Bernice Braden Park

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The Transportation Advisory Commission will consider the Median Maintenance Contracts presented by City Arborist Omar Leon. The meeting also includes updates on Hurricane Ian signage and signals, the Interactive Growth Model Phase II, the Roundabout Planning Study, and the SR 78 Project Development and Environmental Study. Public input is scheduled for three minutes per individual. The next meeting is set for September 18, 2024.

• Median Maintenance Contracts (presented by Omar Leon, City Arborist)
• Hurricane Ian Update – signs and signals (presented by Wendy Williams and Pimolmas Tan, Principal Engineers)
• Interactive Growth Model Phase II update (Laura Dodd, Principal Planner)
• Roundabout Planning Study update (Laura Dodd, Principal Planner)
• SR 78 Project Development and Environmental Study update (Laura Dodd, Principal Planner)

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will consider several consent‑agenda items, including a $346,392 annual school crossing guard contract amendment and purchases for a future stormwater pond. Public hearings will address an ordinance that raises total city revenues and expenditures by $55,939,470 and other land‑use and transportation measures. The meeting also includes an incentive participation agreement and various contract amendments for public works projects.

• Resolution 256-24: Amend crossing guard contract, hourly rate $28.30, estimated $346,392 annually (Police Department).
• Resolution 257-24: Amend Volkert agreement for traffic count services, not to exceed $91,303 (Public Works).
• Resolution 258-24: Amend Kisinger Campo & Associates for traffic signal CEI services, not to exceed $193,925 (Public Works).
• Resolution 262-24: Purchase 1516 NE 24th Avenue for $80,000 plus up to $2,500 closing costs ($82,500 total) for a future stormwater pond (Public Works/Real Estate).
• Ordinance 54-24: Amend budget to increase total revenues and expenditures by $55,939,470.

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Governing Board is meeting to review personnel recommendations and multiple NEOLA policy updates. The board will also consider a budget amendment and a new master lease agreement between the City of Cape Coral and the school authority.

• Second Amended Master Lease Agreement for All Charter Schools and Facilities
• FY 2024 Oasis Charter Schools Budget Amendment #1
• Personnel recommendations for SY 2024-2025 including new hires, promotions, and transfers
• Request to hire an additional school bus driver for FY25
• Updates to NEOLA policies including sections 6320, 7540, 8410, and others

City Council – Budget Workshop

The Cape Coral City Council will continue its FY25 budget discussion, reviewing proposed expenditures for the upcoming fiscal year. Council members will hear up to 60 minutes of citizen input on budget matters. The meeting also schedules the next regular council session for August 21, 2024.

• FY25 Budget Discussion continued
• Citizens input time (up to 60 minutes) on budget matters

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will conduct hearings on two rezoning applications and one variance. Applicants are the City of Cape Coral, Synergy Homes LLC, and Jason Foskey. Participants may present evidence and arguments, and the examiner will rule or recommend based on staff reports. The next hearing is set for September 17, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

• Rezoning case RZN24-000006 for 503‑659 NE 7th Pl. (City of Cape Coral)
• Rezoning case RZN24-000004 for 1011 SW 4th Ter. (Synergy Homes LLC)
• Variance case VAR24-000003 (address exempt per FS 119.0715K) (Jason Foskey)
• Public hearing procedures and presentation time limits outlined
• Next hearing scheduled for September 17, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will meet on August 13, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. to consider the evaluation and contract for the City Attorney. A 60‑minute Citizens Input period is scheduled, allowing three minutes per speaker. The agenda also notes upcoming budget workshop dates for August 13 and August 20, and the next regular council meeting on August 21.

• City Attorney Evaluation and Contract

City Council – Budget Workshop

The Cape Coral City Council will hold a budget workshop to continue discussion of the FY25 budget. Council members will hear up to 60 minutes of citizen input, with each speaker limited to three minutes. The council may schedule an additional workshop on August 20, 2024, and a regular council meeting on August 21, 2024.

• FY25 Budget Discussion continued (staff presentation)
• Citizens input time – up to 60 minutes total, 3 minutes per speaker
• Potential additional budget workshop on August 20, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.
• Regular City Council meeting on August 21, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.

Community Redevelopment Agency – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency will consider two resolutions. One approves an interlocal agreement for the agency to participate in the city's purchase of property in the eastern Bimini Basin District. The other approves the agency's payment of $5,395,643 to the city toward buying the former Cape Coral Golf Club.

• CRA Resolution 9-24 – Approve interlocal agreement for purchase of eastern Bimini Basin District property
• CRA Resolution 10-24 – Approve CRA payment of $5,395,643 to the City for the former Cape Coral Golf Club purchase
• Public input period for residents to comment on agenda items
• Schedule next CRA meeting for September 11, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. in Council Chambers

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on three ordinances. Ordinance 56-24 would amend the Marine Improvements section of the Land Development Code to change rules for boat canopies and sun shelters. Ordinance 55-24 would rezone the property at 723 Nelson Road from Commercial Activity Center to Commercial/Professional in the Future Land Use Map. Ordinance 57-24 would rezone the northeast corner of Santa Barbara Boulevard North and Kismet Parkway from Single‑Family/Multi‑Family to Commercial/Professional.

• Ordinance 56-24 – amendment to Article 5, Section 5.4.7 (boat canopies) of the Land Development Code.
• Ordinance 55-24 – change Future Land Use Map for 723 Nelson Road (Block 2553B, Unit 37) from Commercial Activity Center to Commercial/Professional.
• Ordinance 57-24 – change Future Land Use Map for northeast corner of Santa Barbara Blvd N & Kismet Parkway (Block 2297B, Unit 36) from Single‑Family/Multi‑Family to Commercial/Professional.

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes several major contracts and land acquisitions. Key items are the approval of a $40,279,504 purchase of 43 parcels for future development and a $10,455,000 purchase of the former Golf Club property. The council will also adopt a $111,025.70 amendment for fire‑department training facility design services and a $600,000 temporary personnel services contract. A public hearing will be scheduled for a proposed $18,081,607 public‑private partnership for the Jaycee Park Improvement Project.

• Resolution 235-24: Purchase of 43 parcels (~18.73 acres) for $40,279,504 (debt funded)
• Resolution 260-24: Purchase of 4003 Palm Tree Boulevard (~175 acres) for $10,455,000 (funded by CRA, General Fund, Stormwater)
• Resolution 185-24: Purchase of 2314 NE 21st Terrace for $49,000 for a future boat ramp site
• Resolution 191-24: Amendment #2 to fire department training facility design services, up to $111,025.70
• Resolution 211-24: Award of temporary personnel services contracts totaling $600,000 annually

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will hear arguments on three zoning cases: a variance for 921 Dolphin Dr., a variance for 849 Montclaire Court, and a variance for 1645 Edith Esplanade. The Examiner will rule on the applications based on staff reports and evidence presented.

• Case VAC23-000018: 921 Dolphin Dr.
• Case VAC24-000005: 849 Montclaire Court.
• Case VAC24-000006: 1645 Edith Esplanade
• Next hearings scheduled for August 20, 2024
• Procedural rules for evidentiary hearings established

City Council – Budget Workshop

The Cape Coral City Council will discuss the FY25 budget during a workshop on August 6, 2024. Citizens may address the council for up to 60 minutes, with a limit of three minutes per speaker. The council will also set the date and time for its next regular meeting on August 7, 2024.

• FY25 Budget Discussion – presentation (attachments FY25 Budget Discussion.html, Budget Workshop presentation.pdf, Updated Budget Workshop presentation - 82.pdf)
• Citizen input time – maximum 60 minutes total, 3 minutes per individual
• Schedule next regular council meeting for Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.

Community Redevelopment Agency – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency will consider and vote on the CRA Resolution 8‑24 update and approve the FY 2025‑2029 proposed budget. The meeting also includes routine items such as adopting the agenda, approving May 8 2024 minutes, and informational staff reports on the new CRA Project Manager and project status.

• Adoption of agenda
• Approval of May 8 2024 meeting minutes
• CRA Resolution 8‑24 update and approval of FY 2025‑2029 proposed budget
• Introduction of CRA Project Manager (information only)
• CRA Project Report (information only)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the city's Solid Waste Collection Request for Proposal, consider moratoriums on car washes and self‑storage facilities, review proposals for Accessory Dwelling Units, and receive presentations from The Segal Company on total compensation studies for the police and fire departments. No formal decisions are indicated; the meeting is for discussion and public input.

• Solid Waste Collection Request for Proposal (RFP) discussion
• Car Wash/Self Storage Moratoriums discussion
• Accessory Dwelling Units discussion
• Police total compensation study presentation by The Segal Company
• Fire total compensation study presentation by The Segal Company

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council is meeting to vote on a comprehensive plan amendment for a new land use classification and hold public hearings on several FY25 service rates and millage rates. The body will also consider various infrastructure contracts and a development agreement for the Cape Coral Grove project.

• Ordinance 27-24 to create the Mixed Use Ten (MUX) Future Land Use Map classification
• Contract for traffic signal construction at Del Prado Boulevard North and Averill Boulevard for $2,069,329.82
• Proposed FY25 millage rates of 5.3126 mills for general operations and .1791 mills for Parks voted debt service
• Professional design contract for City Sidewalks with Q. Grady Minor and Associates, LLC for $913,421.09
• Development Agreement for 'Cape Coral Grove' mixed-use project on 131 acres on SW Pine Island Road

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The commission will receive updates on the Median Beautification Policy, Hurricane Ian recovery (street signs and traffic signals), multimodal project progress, the Evacuation Route Study, and the SR‑78 PD&E project. Additional presentations include the MPO Safe Streets for All preliminary findings and an educational overview of Long Range Transportation Plan amendments. Public input will be accepted for three minutes per speaker.

• Median Beautification Policy Update (presented by City Arborist Omar Leon)
• Hurricane Ian Update – street signs (presented by Principal Engineer Wendy Williams)
• Hurricane Ian Update – traffic signals (presented by Principal Engineer Pimolmas Tan)
• SR‑78 PD&E Update (presented by Principal Planner Laura Dodd)
• MPO Study Update – Safe Streets for All preliminary findings (presented by Carmen Monroy, Stantec)

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will vote to approve the minutes from its April 11, 2024 meeting. It will also hold a discussion on regulatory incentives labeled C, E, F, G, and H. The next meeting is scheduled for October 3, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.

• Approval of April 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of regulatory incentives C, E, F, G, and H
• Scheduling of next meeting for October 3, 2024

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will consider a consent agenda that authorizes numerous contracts, renewals and amendments across utilities, public works, police and capital projects. The agenda includes a $7,316,186.96 amendment for the final design of the Yacht Club Community Center, as well as other utility and infrastructure contracts. All items are presented for approval by the council.

• Amendment #4 to agreement with Kimley Horn and Associates for Yacht Club Community Center design – not‑to‑exceed $7,316,186.96 (Governmental Capital Project Fund)
• Award bid #BUT2490KR to ZEP Construction for Weir 16 and 17 improvements – total $1,876,839.30 (Water and Sewer Fund)
• Renewal #3 and amendment #3 to Odyssey Manufacturing contract for sodium hypochlorite – unit price $1.32/gal, estimated annual cost $1,832,160 (Water and Sewer Fund)
• Amending Resolution 131-23 to increase CLARIFLOC SE‑714 purchase to $410,000 annually (Water & Sewer)
• Award contract #QPW24131KMR to P&T Lawn and Tractor Services for Vincennes Boulevard Landscape Improvement – $130,866.73 (General Fund)

Hearing Examiner

The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner will conduct hearings on three applications. The cases are VAR24-000002 for 813 NE 7th St. (applicant Gary Keller), VAC23-000019 for 5360 Mikado Ct. (applicant Eric Token), and VAC24-000002 for 310 NE 2nd Pl. (applicant Jasmin Lemon). The examiner will consider staff recommendations and any public comments before making a recommendation or decision. The next hearing date is set for August 6, 2024.

• Case VAR24-000002 – 813 NE 7th St. – Applicant: Gary Keller
• Case VAC23-000019 – 5360 Mikado Ct. – Applicant: Eric Token
• Case VAC24-000002 – 310 NE 2nd Pl. – Applicant: Jasmin Lemon

Audit Committee

The committee is scheduled to review and approve the FY25 Strategic and Annual Audit Plan. The meeting also includes an update report from the City Auditor's Office.

• Approval of the City Auditor's Proposed FY25 Strategic and Annual Audit Plan
• City Auditor's Office Update Report from City Auditor Russell
• Approval of May 8, 2024, meeting minutes

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Governing Board will consider the tentative budget for Fiscal Year 2025 and various financial reports. The agenda includes proposals for classroom furniture purchases, personnel appointments, and mental health assistance plans.

• Purchase of VIRCO Classroom Furniture for $160,174.65
• FY 2025 Annual Purchase Orders exceeding $100,000.00
• Appointment of Amy Picciolo as Interim Assistant Principal at Oasis Middle School
• Ratification of a software purchase order not to exceed $155,823.33
• Updated Food Service Manager job description and salary range

City Council – Special Meeting

The City Council is conducting a final public hearing for Ordinance 35-24. This ordinance proposes amending the city's Comprehensive Plan to align with the 2023 Water Supply Facilities Work Plan.

• Final public hearing for Ordinance 35-24 regarding the 2023 Water Supply Facilities Work Plan

City Council – Budget Workshop

The Cape Coral City Council is holding a budget workshop to review key financial matters. The agenda includes staff presentations regarding the city's budget overview, debt overview, and a study on water and sewer rates.

• Water and Sewer Rate Study presentation
• Debt Overview presentation
• Budget Overview presentation

City Council – Budget Workshop

The Cape Coral City Council is conducting a budget workshop to discuss several city service items and assessments. The session includes reviews of parks improvements, housing, and solid waste services.

• Parks and Recreation Capital Improvement Plan
• Lake Kennedy Racquet Center Fees
• Median Improvement Assessment
• Workforce Affordable Housing
• Solid Waste Residential Convenience Center (Drop Off Site)

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several items on its consent agenda, including large infrastructure and public safety contracts. These include agreements for road resurfacing, school resource officers, and utility upgrades.

• $12,328,985.87 contract for major road resurfacing (Ajax Paving Industries of Florida, LLC)
• $4,380,387.93 contract for local roads resurfacing (Pavement Maintenance, LLC)
• $1,440,000 agreement with the School Board of Lee County for School Resource Officers
• $2,562,000 for stormwater vehicle purchases and equipment
• $1,000,000 grant from the Arbor Day Foundation for forestry programs

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board is reviewing several operational and financial requests. The agenda includes proposals for new network infrastructure, a passenger van purchase, and an employee compensation study. The board will also consider updates to the Oasis Charter Schools wellness policy.

• $316,161.53 purchase of network switches and wireless access point upgrades from Imperium Data Networks
• $119,000 purchase of a 14-passenger multipurpose van from Master’s Transportation, Inc.
• Up to $42,500 contract with Evergreen Solutions, LLC for an employee classification and compensation study
• Approval of the Oasis Charter Schools Wellness Policy Update for SY 2023/2024

Joint Workshop – City Council – Charter School Authority Governing Board

The Cape Coral City Council and Charter School Authority Governing Board will hold a joint workshop. The agenda includes a discussion on the Oasis Sports Complex.

• Discussion of Oasis Sports Complex

Community Development Block Grant Citizens Advisory Board

The CDBG Citizen's Advisory Board will hear applicant presentations and consider staff funding recommendations for the 2024-2025 Community Development Block Grant cycle. The board will also approve minutes from the March 26, 2024 meeting and take public input.

• CDBG 2024-2025 Applications – applicant presentations and staff funding recommendations
• Approval of meeting minutes from March 26, 2024
• Public input period (3 minutes per person)

Committee of the Whole

The Cape Coral City Council Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive and discuss five quarterly staff reports covering grants management, the Parks GO Bond, capital improvement projects (CIP, Utilities, Public Works), communications, and economic/business development. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only. Citizens may provide input during a 60-minute public comment period.

• Quarterly Grants Management Report
• Quarterly Parks GO Bond Update
• Quarterly Capital Improvement Projects Update (CIP, Utilities, Public Works)
• Quarterly Communications Report
• Quarterly Economic and Business Development Report

Hearing Examiner

The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on May 21, 2024, to consider a planned unit development (PUD) application (Case# PUD22-000012) from PCI Management Inc. for three parcels with undetermined addresses. The meeting includes procedural rules for testimony and evidence. The next hearing is scheduled for June 4, 2024.

• Case# PUD22-000012: PCI Management Inc. application for three parcels (strap #s 364322C3000090000, 364322C3052680330, 364322C3052700160)
• Public hearing with evidentiary procedures and time limits for applicant, staff, and participants
• Next hearing set for Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. in Council Chambers

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several consent agenda items including road sign replacements, fire station door upgrades, and water infrastructure grants. The meeting also includes multiple public hearings regarding zoning amendments, temporary sign regulations, and a new school zone speed enforcement program.

• Replacement of FEMA eligible roadway signs for $1,676,259.50
• Fire station bay door replacements at Stations 3 and 12 for $761,550
• Purchase of a custom engine and aerial ladder for $3,146,650.52
• Water Quality Improvement Grant for gravity sewer infrastructure worth $25,000,000
• Establishment of a School Zone Speed Enforcement program

Community Redevelopment Agency – Regular Meeting

The Community Redevelopment Agency will consider two resolutions: one recommending an ordinance to amend the South Cape Downtown Community Redevelopment Plan, and another authorizing a three-year auditing contract with Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC for up to $21,750. The board will also discuss the proposed budget, a design update for the Country Club Boulevard median landscaping project, and a sponsorship application for the Red, White & Boom July 4 event.

• CRA Resolution 6-24: Recommend amending the South Cape Downtown Community Redevelopment Plan
• CRA Resolution 7-24: Authorize Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC for auditing services FY2024-2026, total $21,750
• Country Club Boulevard Median Landscaping Project design update
• Discussion on the CRA proposed budget
• CRA Special Event Sponsorship Application for Red, White & Boom on July 4, 2024

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will consider approving the FY2025 audit plan and receive an update from the City Auditor. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and scheduling the next meeting for July 10, 2024.

• FY25 Audit Plan Approval
• City Auditor's Update Report
• Approval of February 14, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will hold public hearings on Ordinance 35-24 and Resolution 162-24, both related to adopting the 2023 Water Supply Facilities Work Plan Update into the city's Comprehensive Plan. The council will also discuss new fee structures for the Lake Kennedy Racquet Center, the Yacht Club Pier reconstruction, and a beautification financial allocation.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 35-24 to amend the Comprehensive Plan's Infrastructure Element to include the 2023 Water Supply Facilities Work Plan
• Final public hearing on Resolution 162-24 to formally adopt the 2023 Water Supply Facilities Work Plan Update
• Discussion of Lake Kennedy Racquet Center Fee Structure
• Discussion of Yacht Club Pier Reconstruction
• Discussion of Beautification Financial Allocation

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Governing Board will consider approving two large technology purchases: a $153,815 server software package and a $140,482 camera system. The board will also vote on a superintendent evaluation, a memorandum of understanding for a high school program at Victory Park, and NEOLA policy updates.

• Request to approve $153,815 for server software, hardware, installation, and 5-year warranty
• Request to approve $140,482 for a camera system using Collier County contract #23-090
• Approval of superintendent evaluation for 2023-2024 school year
• Memorandum of Understanding with Blue Waters Development Group for Victory Park high school program
• Adoption of NEOLA policy updates

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Budget Workshop

The Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board is holding a budget workshop to review the budget and discuss recommendations. Presentations will be given by the Superintendent, the City's Management/Budget Administrator, and the Director of Finance. The meeting is open for discussion.

• Budget overview presentation by Nicole Reitler, Management/Budget Administrator
• Budget recommendations presentation by Mark Mason, Director of Finance
• Meeting location: Oasis High School Cafeteria, 3519 Oasis Blvd.

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on May 1, 2024, to consider six ordinances. The agenda includes amendments to the Comprehensive Plan, Land Development Code, and Infrastructure Element. Items cover land use changes, sign regulations, residential standards, and water supply planning.

• Ordinance 17-24: Amends Future Land Use Map from Intensive Development to Commercial/Professional for property at 1205-1212 Pine Lake Drive and 1206-1212 Westwood Drive.
• Ordinance 30-24: Amends Land Development Code regarding temporary signs on real property.
• Ordinance 32-24: Amends regulations regarding generators in front of single-family residences and setback projections.
• Ordinance 33-24: Creates new standards for converting nonconforming residential sites to commercial sites.
• Ordinance 35-24: Amends Infrastructure Element to adopt the 2023 Cape Coral Water Supply Facilities Work Plan.

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will consider awarding several large contracts, including $2.27 million for design of the Andalusia Boulevard extension and $2.4 million for engineering on the Pine Island Corridor West. Other notable consent items include a $3.49 million amendment for Fleet and Property Management building designs, a $1.09 million spot paving project, and acceptance of $44,201 in Firehouse Subs Foundation grant funds for thermal cameras. The council will also hold public hearings on land development code amendments, including changes to use tables and parking requirements in the South Cape District, and a comprehensive plan amendment creating a new Mixed Use Ten (MUX) land use classification.

• Resolution 100-24: Award $2,274,594.77 for Andalusia Boulevard Roadway Extension design to CW3 Engineering.
• Resolution 101-24: Award $2,397,400 for Pine Island Corridor West engineering design to Weston & Sampson.
• Resolution 117-24: Approve $3,487,500 amendment for Fleet Maintenance and Property Management building design services.
• Resolution 120-24: Award $1,087,434.15 for the Spot Paving FY2023 project to Pavement Maintenance, LLC.
• Ordinance 27-24: Public hearing on creating a new Mixed Use Ten (MUX) Future Land Use Map classification.

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The Transportation Advisory Commission will hear updates on median landscaping, school zone safety, and Hurricane Ian-related sign and signal repairs. They will also discuss a reserve request for road resurfacing and proposed changes to the Adopt a Median policy.

• Median Landscaping Quarterly Update (Omar Leon, City Arborist)
• School Zone Update (Pimolmas Tan, Principal Engineer)
• Hurricane Ian Update: Signs (Wendy Williams) and Signals (Pimolmas Tan)
• Reserve Request for Resurfacing (Wendy Williams) – includes Gas Tax Funds Combined document
• Adopt a Median Policy Changes (Omar Leon)

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several ordinances, including moratoriums on self-storage and car wash developments. The agenda also includes a significant budget amendment and various property and contract approvals.

• Moratorium on self-storage facility development applications and permits
• Moratorium on car wash facility development applications and permits
• Budget amendment increasing total revenues and expenditures by $44,647,969
• Contract for Oasis Sports Fields design with Avalon Engineering, Inc. up to $297,054.49
• Purchase of 1512 NE 24th Avenue for a stormwater pond for $77,500

Hearing Examiner

The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on a rezoning application (Case# RZN23-000017) for properties at 2700 and 2750 NE Pine Island Rd., submitted by DD Pine Island, LLC. The meeting also sets the next hearing date for May 7, 2024. The agenda includes only this one substantive item; the rest is procedural.

• Rezoning case RZN23-000017 for 2700 and 2750 NE Pine Island Rd. by DD Pine Island, LLC
• Next hearing scheduled for Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. in Council Chambers

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee met on April 11, 2024, to approve minutes from February 27, 2024. The primary business item was a discussion of policy-based incentives, specifically Incentives A, B, D, H, I, and J. The agenda also included standard procedural items such as roll call and citizen input time.

• Discussion of Policy Based Incentives A, B, D, H, I, and J
• Approval of Meeting Minutes from February 27, 2024

Committee of the Whole

The Cape Coral Committee of the Whole is discussing several policy items, including a proposed charter change to adjust councilmember compensation, a referendum on single-member districts, and a review of utility capital expansion fees. The agenda also includes a hurricane recovery update, a discussion on boat canopies, and a new revenue source for charter schools. One item, a city spokesman topic, was withdrawn at the mayor's request.

• Proposed charter change to adjust compensation for councilmembers
• Referendum discussion on single-member districts
• Policy to review Utility Capital Expansion Fees every four years per Florida Statute 163.31801
• New revenue source for charter schools via Local Capital Improvement Fund
• Hurricane recovery update

Selection Advisory Committee

The Selection Advisory Committee will consider reissuing two Requests for Proposals: one for professional engineering and CEI inspection services for Weir 7, and another for engineering, design, and construction inspection for the Lift Station 120 relocation. No minutes from prior meetings are presented for approval.

• RUT2402KR - Reissue RFP for Professional Engineering and CEI Inspection Services for Weir 7
• RFP: RUT2424KR - Reissue RFP for Professional Engineering and Design Services and CEI Services for Lift Station 120 Relocation

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Governing Board will consider approving a $540,000 paging system contract, a three-year audit engagement, and adjusted pay ranges for several employee positions. The board will also vote on adopting the 2024-2027 strategic plan.

• Request to approve $540,000 for AtlasIED Paging System hardware, installation, and software via piggyback on North Carolina contract #2020000545
• Request to authorize audit engagement with Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC for FY2024-2026 at $72,800 total
• Request to adopt adjusted pay ranges for Information Specialist, Media Specialist, Social Worker, Speech Language Pathologist, Athletic Director, Substitute Teachers, and Paraprofessional I
• Request to adopt adjusted Masters Degree add-pay for Principal, Assistant Principal, Guidance Counselors, and Speech Language Pathologist
• Request to approve the City of Cape Coral Charter School Authority Strategic Plan 2024-2027

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 and city finance staff. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Budget overview presentation by Nicole Reitler, Management/Budget Administrator
• Budget recommendations by Mark Mason, Director of Finance
• Open discussion on budget items

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will hold first public hearings on proposed moratoriums that would temporarily stop accepting applications and issuing permits for new self-storage facilities and car wash facilities across all zoning districts. The council will also vote on a consent agenda that includes over $4.5 million in contracts for building renovations, sewer pipe lining, water treatment plant equipment, and land purchases for public works expansion and stormwater projects. Additionally, the council will hold quasi-judicial public hearings to rezone several properties, including parcels on SE 10th Street and SW Pine Island Road, and will consider a budget amendment increasing revenues and expenditures by $44.6 million.

• First public hearing on a moratorium for self-storage facility development permits (Ordinance 15-24).
• First public hearing on a moratorium for car wash facility development permits (Ordinance 16-24).
• Consent agenda includes $1.2 million annual contract for cured-in-place pipe sewer lining (Resolution 88-24).
• Consent agenda includes $1.7 million for new vehicles and equipment for Fire and Utilities (Resolution 92-24).
• Public hearing to rezone 1005 and 1009 SE 10th Street from Professional Office to Commercial (Ordinance 13-24).

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three ordinances amending the Land Development Code and Comprehensive Plan. The items cover updates to permitted uses (Ordinance 20-24), parking requirements in the South Cape District (Ordinance 21-24), and a new Mixed Use Ten future land use classification (Ordinance 27-24). The meeting also includes interviews for an alternate commissioner position.

• Ordinance 20-24: amends use table and definitions for social services, arcades, breweries, restaurants, distribution centers, towing, heliports, and live/workspace
• Ordinance 21-24: amends supplemental parking requirements within the South Cape District
• Ordinance 27-24: creates Mixed Use Ten (MUX) Future Land Use Map classification
• Applicant interviews for 1 alternate position on the commission

Hearing Examiner

The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on a variance application (VAC24-000001) for property at 5322 Bayside Ct., submitted by Thomas Collentine. The meeting also sets the next hearing date for April 16, 2024. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Variance case VAC24-000001 at 5322 Bayside Ct.
• Next hearing scheduled for April 16, 2024

Community Redevelopment Agency – Workshop

The Community Redevelopment Agency is conducting a workshop regarding an update to the South Cape Downtown Redevelopment Plan. The meeting includes a discussion of the revised plan documents.

• South Cape Downtown Redevelopment Plan Update

Community Development Block Grant Citizens Advisory Board

The board will hold a public meeting to discuss the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, review the PY 24 grant cycle schedule, and take public comment on community development needs and priorities. The meeting also includes election of officers and approval of prior minutes.

• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Discussion
• PY 24 CDBG Grant Cycle Schedule
• Public Comment on PY 24 Community Development Needs and Priorities
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of Meeting Minutes from May 22, 2023

Community Redevelopment Agency – Workshop

The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency holds a workshop to discuss and review several items: compactors in city parking lots, concrete dumpster enclosures, electric vehicle charging stations, and an update on the South Cape Downtown Redevelopment Plan. Public input is taken before the business items. The next meeting is scheduled for March 22, 2024, if needed.

• Compactors in City Parking Lots
• Concrete Dumpster Enclosures
• Discussion of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
• South Cape Downtown Redevelopment Plan Update

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will hold a public hearing on a resolution authorizing up to $19.8 million in General Obligation Bonds to fund capital improvements from the 2018 bond referendum. The consent agenda includes contracts for utility breakers, racquet center management, engineering services, fiber optic cable, and property purchases for stormwater ponds. Several ordinances are introduced for future public hearings, including rezonings and moratoriums on self-storage and car wash facilities.

• Resolution 75-24: Public hearing on $19.8M GO Bond, Series 2024 for capital improvements
• Resolution 51-24: $445,960 contract with Graybar Electric for utility main circuit breakers at five canal pump stations
• Resolution 64-24: $222,000 annual contract with Sports Facilities Management for Lake Kennedy Racquet Center
• Resolution 76-24: $2,423,430.85 piggyback contract for fiber optic cable and installation
• Ordinances 15-24 and 16-24: Introduce moratoriums on self-storage and car wash development permits

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The Transportation Advisory Commission will discuss and potentially approve a Multimodal Plan Memo, receive updates on Hurricane Ian recovery (street signs, traffic signals), and hear presentations on an Evacuation Route Study, FDOT midblock crossings, and speed limit reductions. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public input.

• Multimodal Plan Memo approval and discussion
• Hurricane Ian update: Street Sign Timeline and Traffic Signal Repairs
• Evacuation Route Study presentation by CDM Smith
• FDOT Midblock Crossings informational presentation
• Speed Limit Reductions discussion

Hearing Examiner

The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner will hold hearings on two applications: a vacation case (VAC23-000020) at 5982 SW 1st CT by Costamore, LLC, and a planned development project (PDP23-000004) at 1020 Tropicana Pkwy W by Stonewater II LLC. The meeting is scheduled for March 19, 2024, at 9:00 AM in Council Chambers. The next hearing is set for April 2, 2024.

• Case VAC23-000020: vacation request at 5982 SW 1st CT by Costamore, LLC
• Case PDP23-000004: planned development project at 1020 Tropicana Pkwy W by Stonewater II LLC
• Next hearing scheduled for Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at 9:00 AM

Committee of the Whole

The Cape Coral Committee of the Whole will discuss two main items: an update on the Yacht Club Master Plan architectural and floor plan designs, and a request for land acquisition and financial assistance for the animal shelter. The meeting also includes a citizens input period and a round table discussion. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Yacht Club Master Plan Architectural and Floor Plan Update
• Animal Shelter Land Acquisition and Financial Assistance Request
• Citizens Input Time (60 minutes max, 3 minutes per person)
• Round Table Discussion among council members

Community Redevelopment Agency – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency will consider several consent agenda items, including a resolution to allow contractual employees to participate in the city's 401A deferred compensation plan, a B2B grant award for East of Chicago Pizza, and a contract with People Link, LLC for contingent staffing services not to exceed $150,000. New business includes approval of special event sponsorship applications for the SCHEA Business Easter Egg Hunt and Touch A Truck, both on April 6, 2024. Staff will also provide updates on a mural and facade project at 1231 Lafayette Street and the 2024/2025 CRA special event sponsorship application.

• CRA Resolution 5-24: Contract with People Link, LLC for contingent staffing services, not to exceed $150,000
• CRA Resolution 4-24: B2B Grant Award for East of Chicago Pizza
• CRA Resolution 3-24: Authorize contractual employees to participate in City of Cape Coral 401A deferred contribution plan
• Special Event Sponsorship: SCHEA Business Easter Egg Hunt 2024 on April 6
• Special Event Sponsorship: Touch A Truck 2024 on April 6

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 12-24, which updates the city's Utility Capital Expansion Fee tables. The council will also vote on several consent agenda items, including emergency purchase orders for stormwater pipe repairs totaling over $850,000 and a contract for carpet replacement at two elementary schools.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 12-24 to amend utility capital expansion fee tables
• Emergency purchase order to YG Construction for $236,500 for stormwater pipe repairs
• Emergency purchase order to Southwest Utility Systems for $613,579.76 for stormwater pipe repairs
• Contract with Interface Services for $536,291.94 to replace carpet at Oasis Elementary South and North
• Agreement with Lee County Supervisor of Elections for election services up to $40,000 per event

Joint Workshop – City Council – Youth Council

The Cape Coral City Council and Youth Council will hold a joint workshop to discuss four topics: environment, urban growth, education, and cultural/social events. The meeting includes a recognition of the Youth Council's video competition win from the Florida League of Cities. No binding decisions are scheduled; the workshop is a discussion session.

• Florida League of Cities trophy presentation for Youth Council video competition
• Discussion on environment
• Discussion on urban growth in Cape Coral
• Discussion on education
• Discussion on cultural and social events

Health Facilities Authority

This is an organizational meeting of the Cape Coral Health Facilities Authority. The board will swear in three new members, elect a chair, vice chair, and secretary, and receive an overview of the board's purpose. The current attorney is retiring and a new attorney will be appointed.

• Swearing in of new members Jennifer Cittadino, Julie Eveland, and Adrianna Swanson
• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Retirement of attorney Harvey Rollings and appointment of attorney Charles Jones as board's new attorney
• Attorney Rollings to provide Board Overview, Purpose, Goals

Transportation Advisory Commission – Special Meeting

The Transportation Advisory Commission will hold a special meeting to further discuss the MPO Roundabout Study. The meeting includes standard agenda items such as call to order, roll call, public input, and approval of minutes.

• Further Discussion of the MPO Roundabout Study (Laura Dodd, Principle Planner)

Audit Committee

The Cape Coral Audit Committee will meet to consider a request for proposal (RFP) for an external auditor and to approve the minutes from the January 10, 2024 meeting. The agenda also includes public input and member comments.

• External Auditor RFP discussion
• Approval of January 10, 2024 meeting minutes

Committee of the Whole

The Cape Coral Committee of the Whole will discuss the ResilientLee Recovery and Resilience Plan, Lee County CDBG-DR Individual Housing Programs, and Utility Capital Expansion Charges. They will also consider Yellow Fever Creek camping regulations and potential water conservation measures for Northeast Cape Coral. No votes are taken at this meeting; it is a discussion session.

• ResilientLee Recovery and Resilience Plan discussion
• Lee County CDBG-DR Individual Housing Programs
• Utility Capital Expansion Charges
• Yellow Fever Creek Camping Regulations
• Northeast Cape Coral Potential Water Conservation Measures

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Governing Board will consider allocating $702,096 in reserves for employee bonuses and adding one bus driver position to the budget. The board will also vote on several grants, including $48,171 in state safety and security funds across four schools, and approve the 2024-2025 instructional calendar and meeting dates. A review of the board's bylaws is also on the agenda.

• Allocation of $702,096 in reserves for FY 2024 employee bonuses
• Addition of one bus driver position to the FY 2024-2026 budget
• Four state safety/security grants totaling $48,171.44 (TAPS-24A097)
• Approval of the SY 2024-2025 instructional calendar and board meeting dates
• Review of governing board bylaws (NAME, ADDRESS, SEAL, PURPOSE, POWERS)

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Transportation Advisory Commission will meet to discuss updates to the CTAC procedures, a call for projects from the MPO, and a sidewalk master plan update. The commission will also receive reports on Hurricane Ian-related signs and signals, median beautification, and an evacuation route study. The meeting includes public input and approval of prior minutes.

• CTAC Procedures Update (Laura Dodd, Principal Planner)
• MPO Call for Projects (Laura Dodd, Principal Planner)
• Hurricane Ian Update: Signs (Wendy Williams) and Signals (Pimolmas Tan)
• Sidewalk Master Plan Update (Laura Dodd, Principal Planner)
• FDOT Setting Target Speed Limits - Informational (Laura Dodd, Principal Planner)

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a consent agenda with 17 items, including a $9.1 million contract to build Crystal Lake Park and a $1.48 million software purchase. Public hearings are set for three land-use map changes and a property sale. The meeting also includes a resolution to request an anchoring limitation area in Bimini Basin.

• Resolution 46-24: Award $9,089,298.96 contract for Crystal Lake Park construction, funded by GO Bond
• Resolution 38-24: Approve $1,480,655 single-source software purchase (vendor name exempt per Florida statute)
• Ordinance 5-24: Public hearing to change 8.87 acres at 2700 & 2750 NE Pine Island Road from Intensive Development to Pine Island Road District land use
• Resolution 52-24: Request Lee County establish an Anchoring Limitation Area in Bimini Basin
• Ordinance 9-24: Public hearing to authorize sale of surplus property at 4306 Skyline Boulevard to Skyline Property Holding, LLC

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will consider a consent agenda with 18 items, including a $19 million contract for Hurricane Ian repairs and a $14.1 million utilities extension project. Public hearings are scheduled for several land-use changes, including the removal of a traffic signal condition at Sunset Lakes and a rezoning for a multi-family development.

• Resolution 1-24: $19,000,000 for Hurricane Ian repairs via Sourcewell JOC program
• Resolution 23-24: $14,114,622 for North 3 Utilities Extension Project engineering
• Resolution 32-24: $5,000 hiring bonus for new police officers, plus $5,000 after probation
• Ordinance 3-24: Remove traffic signal obligation at Del Prado and Sunset Lakes north entrance
• Ordinance 4-24: Rezone 3100 Del Prado Blvd N for multi-family residential PUD

Community Redevelopment Agency – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency is holding a special meeting to discuss the 2019 South Cape Downtown Community Redevelopment Plan, existing CRA policies, economic development grants and incentives, the CRA budget, concrete dumpster enclosures, and a contract for CRA CIP project manager services. No votes or decisions are listed; the agenda consists of reports and discussions.

• Review of 2019 South Cape Downtown Community Redevelopment Plan (Ordinance 16-19)
• Discussion of existing CRA policies including sponsorship and street banner programs
• Overview of economic development grants and CRA incentives such as the B2B Breaking Barriers Grant and Demolition Assistance Grant
• Review of CRA budget including amended budget (Res. 5-23) and adopted FY 2024 budget (Res. 3-23)
• Discussion of CRA concrete dumpster enclosures and CIP project manager contract services

City Council – Budget Workshop

The Cape Coral City Council is holding a budget workshop to discuss several planning and funding items, including the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, a community beautification plan, the Pine Island Road Corridor Vision Plan, a bridge rehabilitation master plan, and impact fees. These are discussion items, not final decisions. The meeting also includes a period for citizen input.

• Parks and Recreation Master Plan
• City's Comprehensive Plan for Community Beautification
• Pine Island Road Corridor Vision Plan
• Bridge Rehabilitation Master Plan and Weir Update
• Impact Fee Discussion

City Council – Budget Workshop

The Cape Coral City Council is holding a two-day budget workshop to discuss the upcoming budget. The agenda includes presentations on an interactive growth model, a budget kickoff, a utilities master plan, and a multimodal transportation master plan. No formal decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion and information-gathering session.

• Interactive Growth Model presentation
• Budget Kickoff
• Utilities Master Plan
• Multimodal Transportation Master Plan
• Citizens input time (max 60 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker)

Community Redevelopment Agency – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency will hold a regular meeting to consider several items, including a proposed mural at the CRA building, pedestrian bridge options for the Cape Coral Bridge, and enhanced lot mowing services. The board will also ratify CRA by-laws and approve a B2B grant award to Merrick Seafood. Several items are for information only, and a joint special meeting with City Council has been removed from the agenda.

• CRA Resolution 1-24: Ratify CRA By-Laws
• CRA Resolution 2-24: B2B Grant Award to Merrick Seafood
• Proposed mural at 1231 Lafayette Street (CRA building)
• Cape Coral Bridge pedestrian bridge options (information only)
• Enhanced lot mowing services for the CRA (information only)

Committee of the Whole

The Cape Coral Committee of the Whole will hold a discussion-only meeting covering four topics: an update on the Yacht Club Master Plan, a Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation burrowing owl habitat protection grant, proposed health and sanitation code compliance enhancements, and council rules. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and citizen input.

• Yacht Club Master Plan Update discussion
• FWC Burrowing Owl Habitat Protection Grant discussion
• Health and Sanitation Code Compliance Enhancements draft ordinance
• Council Rules discussion
• Citizens input time (3 minutes per person, max 60 minutes)

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings on two rezoning applications. One involves properties at 1005 and 1009 SE 10th St., and the other involves 2120 and 2200 SW Pine Island Rd. The meeting also sets the next hearing date.

• Case RZN23-000013: Rezoning at 1005 and 1009 SE 10th St., applicant RJMJ Properties, Inc.
• Case RZN23-000014: Rezoning at 2120 and 2200 SW Pine Island Rd., applicant Walco Leasing, LLC
• Next hearing scheduled for Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at 9:00 a.m.

Selection Advisory Committee

The Selection Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss a single item: the Upper Floridan Aquifer Water Supply Well project (RUT23136JM). No minutes are up for approval. The next meeting is scheduled for January 23, 2024.

• Upper Floridan Aquifer Water Supply Well - RUT23136JM

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering contracts, purchases, and agreements, followed by public hearings on rezoning and plat vacations. Key items include a $2.48 million single-source purchase of bypass pumps, a $6 million state grant for the Northeast Reservoir, and several rezoning requests. The council will also introduce ordinances for future hearings, including a budget amendment and a trailer parking regulation change.

• Resolution 13-24: $2,483,228.89 single-source purchase of 20 Gorman Rupp bypass pumps from Hudson Pump & Equipment
• Resolution 15-24: Amendment to FDEP grant adding $5 million for Cape Coral Northeast Reservoir Project (total $6 million)
• Ordinance 99-23: Rezone 0.23 acres at 711 Cultural Park Blvd S from Professional Office to Residential Multi-Family Low
• Ordinance 100-23: Rezone 3.06 acres at 2222-2314 SW 8th Pl and 812-819 SW 24th St from Professional Office to Single-Family Residential
• Ordinance 1-24: Budget amendment increasing FY2024 revenues/expenditures by $53,106,553

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three proposed ordinances that would amend the city's Future Land Use Map for specific properties. The commission will also elect a chair and vice chair, approve minutes from two prior meetings, and take citizen input. No other substantive business is listed.

• Ordinance 5-24: Rezone 8.87 acres at 2700 & 2750 NE Pine Island Road from Intensive Development to Pine Island Road District (applicant: DD Pine Island LLC)
• Ordinance 6-24: Rezone 1.23 acres at 3303-3307 NE 16th Avenue and 3302-3306 Averill Boulevard from Single-Family/Multi-Family to Commercial/Professional
• Ordinance 7-24: Rezone 0.94 acres at 916-920 SE 22nd Terrace and 915-919 SE 23rd Street from Public Facilities to Single-Family Residential (applicant: City of Cape Coral)
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of minutes from November 1 and November 15, 2023 meetings

Audit Committee

The Cape Coral Audit Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including electing a chair and vice chair, approving the November 2023 minutes, and receiving an update from the City Auditor. The main business items are discussion of an external audit request for proposals (RFP) and the City Auditor's monthly update report. Public input is also scheduled.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of November 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of External Audit RFP
• City Auditor's Update Report by City Auditor Russell

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The Transportation Advisory Commission will hear updates on the SR-78/Pine Island Road PD&E study and review pedestrian bridge options for the Cape Coral Bridge. They will also receive reports on Hurricane Ian sign and signal repairs, pothole patching, median beautification, and a curb initiative. A Metropolitan Planning Organization update and a year-in-review of CTAC topics are scheduled as workshop discussions.

• SR-78/Pine Island Road PD&E Update (Laura Dodd, Principal Planner)
• Cape Coral Bridge: Pedestrian Bridge Options (Mike Ilczyszyn, City Manager)
• Hurricane Ian Update: Signs (Wendy Williams) and Signals (Pim Tan)
• Pothole Patching Memo and Presentation (Wendy Williams)
• Update on Embers West Beautification Project (Pimolmas Tan)