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Altamonte Springs public meetings in 2025

21 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 2, 2025

City Commission

City Commission will hold a public hearing on FY 2025/26 budget amendment (Resolution 1472)

The commission will conduct a public hearing on Resolution 1472, a fiscal year 2025/26 budget amendment. They will also discuss the City Manager review and the appointment to the Seminole County Community Service Block Grant Advisory Board. Finance items include a sole‑source purchase of a Grit SlurryCup for the Regional Water Reclamation Facility and an award for pyrotechnic shows at Cranes Roost Park. Routine agenda items cover an invocation, employee service recognition, and the swearing‑in of the new Director of Human Resources.

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✓ Decided: Commission confirmed Kendall Gow as Director of Human Resources

The City Commission unanimously confirmed Kendall Gow as the new Director of Human Resources. It also unanimously approved the FY 2025/26 budget amendment (Resolution 1472), the citywide merit rate of 3.3%, and Commissioner Turney’s continuation on the Seminole County Community Service Block Grant Advisory Board. Finance items A and B – a sole‑source purchase for the Regional Water Reclamation Facility and a pyrotechnics contract for Cranes Roost Park – were approved unanimously.

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Tue Nov 18, 2025

City Commission

Altamonte Springs commission meets to adopt floodplain and investment policies

The Altamonte Springs City Commission will convene to approve minutes, select a vice mayor, and hold public hearings on floodplain management and investment policy statements. The body will also consider adopting a comprehensive emergency management plan and a St. Stephen Lutheran Church affordable housing project.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved affordable housing project on St. Stephen Lutheran land

The City Commission unanimously approved the Ekos at the Springs affordable housing project on a parcel owned by St. Stephen Lutheran Church, authorizing the Mayor to execute the commitment agreement. The commission also adopted the 2025‑2030 Floodplain Management Plan, amended several investment policy statements, and approved the 2025 Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan. Additional actions included selecting a Vice Mayor, approving prior meeting minutes, and authorizing disposal of surplus city equipment.

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Tue Oct 21, 2025

City Commission

City Commission considers condominium repairs and employment screening ordinances

The City Commission will hold second readings for ordinances regarding condominium milestone inspection repairs and criminal history screenings for certain employees and vendors. The body will also review a land acquisition and funding agreements.

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✓ Decided: City approved LYNX FY 2025/2026 funding agreement

The Commission unanimously approved two ordinances: one updating condominium inspection repair standards and another requiring criminal‑history screening for certain jobs and contractors. It also approved a funding agreement with LYNX, a purchase of a lot in unincorporated Seminole County, and the Top Ten Work Priorities for 2025‑2026.

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Wed Oct 8, 2025

City Commission

City Commission to hear first‑reading ordinances on condo repairs and background checks

The Altamonte Springs City Commission will hold first‑reading public hearings on two ordinances: Ordinance No. 1835‑25, which amends Chapter 10 of the City Code to address condominium milestone inspection repairs, and Ordinance No. 1837‑25, which establishes criminal‑history screening requirements for certain city positions and outside contractors. A resolution (1468) on the abandonment of a traffic‑signal easement at the Park at Altamonte West will also be considered. The commission will review requests for approval of the 2025/2026 Neighborhood Improvement Grant Program for The Glens at Country Creek and the renewal of commercial solid‑waste franchises for fiscal year 2025/2026. Several contract awards and renewals, including legal services, legislative consulting, and construction projects, will be approved under finance items.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved traffic signal easement abandonment for Altamonte West park

The City Commission approved Resolution 1468, abandoning the traffic signal easement for the Altamonte West park, with a 4‑1 vote. It also approved the first readings of Ordinances 1835‑25 and 1837‑25, setting second readings for October 21. Additional approvals included a $1,500 neighborhood improvement grant, renewal of commercial solid‑waste franchises, and several finance contracts, all passed unanimously.

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Thu Sep 18, 2025

City Commission

City Commission to adopt FY 2025/26 budget and award erosion control contract

The Altamonte Springs City Commission will hold a public hearing to adopt the Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2025/26 and consider a contract for erosion control countermeasures along the Little Wekiva River.

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✓ Decided: City adopts FY 2025/26 budget and sets 4.0‑mill property tax rate

The Commission unanimously approved the September 3 minutes, adopted a 4.0‑mill property tax rate, and adopted the final FY 2025/26 budget. It also unanimously approved a library grant application and a contract for erosion‑control repairs on city‑owned property.

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Wed Sep 3, 2025

City Commission

City Commission to hold public hearing on Fiscal Year 2025/26 Annual Budget

The City Commission will meet to discuss and potentially adopt the annual budget for Fiscal Year 2025/26. The meeting includes a public hearing on the budget and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: City Commission adopts tentative 4.0‑mill tax rate and FY 2025/26 budget

The Commission approved the minutes from the August 19, 2025 meeting unanimously. It then adopted a tentative millage rate of 4.0 mills for Fiscal Year 2025/26, voting 4‑0. The recommended budget with amendments was also adopted as the tentative FY 2025/26 budget, with a 4‑0 vote. A final public hearing on the budget and millage rate is scheduled for September 18, 2025.

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Tue Aug 19, 2025

City Commission

City Commission to vote on utility rate hikes and dispatch service renewal

The Altamonte Springs City Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from the July 1, 2025 meeting and conduct public hearings on two ordinances: one amending utility rates and another updating the comprehensive plan. The Commission will also vote on funding agreements and service contracts, including dispatch services with the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office.

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✓ Decided: City Commission unanimously approved utility rate changes and multiple funding agreements

The commission adopted Ordinance No. 1836‑25 to amend utility rates in the city code. It also approved the MetroPlan Orlando FY 2025/2026 funding agreement and the dispatch services agreement with the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office. Finance items for insurance broker services, mental health services, and traffic signal maintenance were approved. All motions carried unanimously.

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Tue Jul 1, 2025

City Commission

City Commission to consider changes to utility rates

The City Commission will hold public hearings regarding utility rate amendments and local resiliency strategies. The body will also review agreements with Seminole County for FEMA programs and law enforcement equipment funding.

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✓ Decided: City approved interlocal agreement for FEMA private property mitigation

The Commission unanimously approved an interlocal agreement with Seminole County to oversee FEMA private‑property mitigation programs. It also adopted the updated Seminole County Local Mitigation and Resiliency Strategy, approved the first reading of Ordinance 1836‑25 amending utility rates, allocated 2024 JAG grant funds to the County Sheriff’s Office, and authorized the City Manager to sign purchase orders during summer recess.

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Wed Jun 25, 2025

City Commission

City Commission to review proposed budget and department summaries

The City Commission is meeting to review the proposed budget and the recommended budget approach. The City Manager and various department heads will provide summaries of their respective divisions. The meeting will conclude with a request for recommended millage support.

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✓ Decided: No formal actions taken at the June 25 City Commission review meeting

The June 25 review meeting consisted of presentations and discussions on the proposed $123 million budget, tree‑removal policy, business tax enforcement, legal matters with the City of Apopka, and departmental updates. No motions were voted on, and no approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded. The commission members asked questions but did not adopt any resolutions.

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Tue Jun 17, 2025

City Commission

City Commission to consider residential refuse disposal rate adjustment

The City Commission will hold a second reading for an ordinance to adjust residential refuse disposal service rates. The body will also review agreements for school resource officers and law enforcement equipment funding.

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✓ Decided: City Commission unanimously adopts new residential trash fee and approves key public safety agreements

The commission approved Ordinance No. 1834‑25 to adjust the residential refuse disposal service rate. It also approved a school resource officer agreement with Seminole County and allocated JAG grant funds to the sheriff’s office for equipment. Additional actions included reappointing board members, awarding a $95,526.16 AV contract, and naming Mayor Bates as the city’s delegate to the Florida League of Cities conference. All motions carried unanimously.

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Tue Jun 3, 2025

City Commission

City Commission to consider residential refuse disposal rate adjustment

The City Commission will hold a first reading for an ordinance to adjust residential refuse disposal service rates. The body will also review a utility rate study and a solicitation for employee benefits insurance services.

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✓ Decided: Commission unanimously rejected insurance bids and ordered a new RFP

The City Commission voted to reject all existing bids for insurance advisor and brokerage services and directed the City Manager to issue a new request for proposals promptly, establishing a new review committee. It also approved the May 20 meeting minutes, advanced Ordinance No. 1834‑25 to a second reading, and approved a utility rate study. All motions passed unanimously.

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Tue May 20, 2025

City Commission

City Commission to consider new procurement policy

The City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the repeal and enactment of a new procurement policy. Other business includes the approval of minutes from the May 6, 2025 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves new procurement policy, repealing old one

The City Commission unanimously approved Resolution 1462, which repeals the existing procurement policy and enacts a new one. No public comments were made during the hearing. The meeting also included reports from the City Manager on flood mitigation grants, AI technology initiatives, and other updates.

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Tue May 6, 2025

City Commission

Consider Penland Lot 2 development rights transfer and award sod/turf contracts

The City Commission will consider a transfer of development rights for Penland Lot 2, a fine reduction request for a property at 1159 E Altamonte Drive #1107, and award contracts for sod supply and synthetic turf installation at Eastmonte Park. The agenda also includes a presentation of the 2025 Advisory Charter Committee report and approval of previous meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved Penland Lot 2 Transfer of Development Rights

The City Commission accepted the 2025 Advisory Charter Committee Report and approved the Penland Lot 2 Transfer of Development Rights agreement, contingent on City Attorney title approval. It imposed a $30,773.25 fine that can be reduced to $2,500 if paid within 90 days. The Commission also approved two finance awards for sod installation and synthetic turf replacement at Eastmonte Park.

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Tue Apr 15, 2025

City Commission

Resolution to replace mid-cap value fund in pension plans

The City Commission will hold a public hearing on Resolution 1461, which amends investment policy statements for multiple employee pension and deferred compensation plans by replacing the Virtus Ceredex Mid-Cap Value Equity R6 Fund with the MFS Mid Cap Value R6 Fund. The agenda also includes presentation of the annual financial report, approval of prior minutes, and several finance items such as disposal of surplus equipment, a single-source vendor contract for a pension administration system, and an emergency HVAC chiller replacement at Westmonte Recreation Center.

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✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved multiple finance actions, including investment fund change

The City Commission approved the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY 2024, adopted Resolution 1461 to replace the Virtus Ceredex Mid‑Cap Value Equity R6 Fund with the MFS Mid‑Cap Value R6 Fund, and approved four finance items covering equipment disposal, a single‑source pension system vendor, architectural/engineering service rankings, and an emergency HVAC chiller replacement. All motions passed unanimously. The minutes from the April 1, 2025 meeting were also approved.

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Tue Apr 1, 2025

City Commission

Commission to decide wholesale sewer deal with Sunshine Water Services

The City Commission will vote on a wholesale sewer service agreement with Sunshine Water Services Corporation and a fine reduction for 909 N State Road 434. Several finance items are also up for approval, including sole-source vendor contracts for park fixtures and wastewater equipment, as well as a holiday décor services award.

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✓ Decided: City Commission unanimously approved a wholesale sewer agreement and multiple contracts

The commission approved the minutes from the March 18 meeting and authorized a wholesale sewer service agreement with Sunshine Water Services Corporation. It also reduced a fine for 909 N State Road 434 and approved three procurement actions for park limestone parts, holiday décor services, and water‑reclamation equipment. All actions passed unanimously.

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Tue Mar 18, 2025

City Commission

City Commission to swear in Terence Nicolas as Chief of Police

The City Commission will confirm the new Chief of Police and hold public hearings regarding right-of-way abandonment and the Spring Lake Trail Project. The body will also consider a USDA grant for hurricane damage repair and two solicitation awards.

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✓ Decided: Commission confirms Terence Nicolas as new Chief of Police

The City Commission unanimously confirmed Terence Nicolas as Chief of Police, effective March 29, 2025, and administered the Oath of Office. The Commission also approved a 4-1 vote for agreements with the Florida Department of Transportation for the Spring Lake Trail Project, with Commissioner Turney voting against due to cost concerns. Several other items were approved unanimously, including a right-of-way abandonment, a USDA grant for Hurricane Milton damage, and two solicitation awards.

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Tue Mar 4, 2025

City Commission

1st reading of ordinance to partially abandon Third Street right-of-way

The City Commission will hold public hearings on an ordinance (first reading) to partially abandon a portion of Third Street right-of-way, and on three resolutions to release water main easements at Lakeshore at CenterPointe. Finance items include authorizing sale of surplus equipment to the Town of Eatonville, awarding a pool chemicals contract to Electro-Mechanic Industries d/b/a Vermana and Commercial Energy Specialists, and approving Fisher & Phillips LLP as a single source for labor attorney services. The meeting also includes invocation, pledge, minutes approval, and public comments.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves Third Street right-of-way abandonment on first reading

The City Commission unanimously approved Ordinance No. 1832-25 on first reading to partially abandon the Third Street right-of-way, with a second reading scheduled for March 18, 2025. The Commission also unanimously approved three resolutions releasing water main easements at Lakeshore at CenterPointe, and approved three finance items including surplus equipment sale, pool chemicals contract, and a single-source labor attorney services agreement. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included only procedural approvals and informational reports.

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Tue Feb 18, 2025

City Commission

Commission to vote on police vehicle parts, water and digital contracts

The City Commission will vote on three finance items: purchasing spare parts for police vehicles under an existing contract with Axon Enterprise, waiving solicitation to retain AECOM for specialized water resource management services, and waiving solicitation for England-Thims & Miller to develop a Digital Twin feature set. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from February 4, 2025, and public comments.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves SEMA settlement over Gateway Drive paving dispute

The City Commission unanimously approved a settlement to resolve the remaining litigation with SEMA and subcontractor Middlesex over Gateway Drive, releasing liquidated damages withheld since 2015 and settling remaining claims for $376,188. Middlesex agreed to repave the road at a favorable price. The Commission also unanimously approved three finance items, including purchases and single-source vendor waivers for police parts, water resource management, and digital twin development.

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Tue Feb 4, 2025

City Commission

City Commission to consider sole-source vendor for streetlight repair materials

The City Commission will vote on waiving competitive solicitation and approving SESCO Lighting, Inc. as the single source vendor for streetlight repair and replacement materials for fiscal year 2025. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment periods.

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✓ Decided: Commission waives solicitation, names SESCO Lighting single-source vendor for streetlight materials

The City Commission unanimously approved waiving the formal solicitation process and declaring SESCO Lighting, Inc. as a single source vendor for streetlight repair and replacement materials, with a not-to-exceed amount of $100,000 for FY 2025. The minutes also include approval of the January 21, 2025 meeting minutes and informational reports from the City Manager on topics such as pending immigration legislation, rising costs, grant funding, and Seminole State College programs. No other substantive decisions were made.

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Tue Jan 21, 2025

City Commission

Altamonte Springs Commission to hear pension amendments, pedestrian improvements

The City Commission will hold four public hearings: amendments to the General Employees' and Police Officers' pension plans, organizing an Advisory Charter Committee, and pedestrian improvements on State Road 434. The Commission will also consider appointing members to the Advisory Charter Committee and award several contracts for services including special events production, automotive paint/body work, pool deck resurfacing, and athletic apparel.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves pension plan amendments and charter committee

The City Commission unanimously approved three ordinances on second reading, amending the General Employees' and Police Officers' Pension Plans and organizing an Advisory Charter Committee. They also approved a resolution for pedestrian improvements on State Road 434 and accepted appointments to the Advisory Charter Committee. All votes were unanimous.

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Tue Jan 7, 2025

City Commission

City Commission to vote on annual capital improvement plan update

The City Commission will hold public hearings and consider several ordinances, including the annual update of the Comprehensive Plan's Five-Year Capital Improvement Element (second reading), and first readings on updates to the General Employees' and Police Officers' Pension Plans, and organizing an Advisory Charter Committee. The commission will also consider accepting federal grants for Hurricane Milton recovery and for police vests, and approve various procurement items such as engineering services, tree debris removal, railing parts, and Microsoft support.

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✓ Decided: Commission adopts capital plan, advances pension and charter items

The City Commission unanimously adopted the annual update to the Comprehensive Plan's Five-Year Capital Improvement Element (Ordinance No. 1830-25) and approved first readings of ordinances updating the General Employees' and Police Officers' Pension Plans and organizing an Advisory Charter Committee, with second readings set for January 21, 2025. The Commission also approved a Hurricane Milton recovery grant agreement, a police equipment grant, and four finance items including contracts for engineering services, tree debris removal, limestone replacement parts, and Microsoft support services.

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