Tallahassee public meetings in 2020
87 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Independent Ethics Board
The Independent Ethics Board will hold a closed executive session to discuss pending complaints, followed by a public meeting to elect a chair and vice-chair, review draft lobby ordinances (20-ORD-01, 20-ORD-02, 20-ORD-03), receive the office report, and take public comment.
- Closed executive session to consider pending complaints
- Election of chair and vice-chair
- Review of draft lobby ordinances: 20-ORD-01, 20-ORD-02, 20-ORD-03
- Office report including budget and monthly complaint report
- Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items
Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency Board of Directors Meeting
The Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency Board will vote on a $10 million bank loan for Florida A&M University's Bragg Memorial Stadium, along with authorizing engineering and design services for several placemaking projects. The board will also elect a new chairperson, approve a budget policy revision, and accept the 2020 annual report and a greenways masterplan project list.
- $10 million loan for Florida A&M University's Bragg Memorial Stadium
- Authorization for preliminary engineering on Monroe-Adams Placemaking Project
- Authorization for engineering study on Lake Lafayette and St. Marks Regional Linear Park
- Authorization for design services on Midtown Placemaking Project
- Approval of prioritized list of Greenways Masterplan Projects
CRA & City Commission Meeting & Summary
The Tallahassee Community Redevelopment Agency Board will approve the summary minutes from its September and October 2020 meetings and adopt the proposed 2021 board meeting schedule. It will also approve Resolution 20‑R‑57, authorizing the CRA to borrow up to $4,000,000 from Truist Bank at 1.28% interest for a seven‑year term to fund the remaining purchase of the Cascades West public parking unit.
- Approve CRA summary minutes from September 24 and October 28, 2020 meetings
- Approve the 2021 CRA Board meeting dates
- Approve Resolution 20‑R‑57 to borrow up to $4,000,000 from Truist Bank for the Cascades West parking unit
City Commission Workshop
The commission will discuss housing stability during the COVID-19 pandemic, including a staff recommendation to establish a $250,000 Landlord Risk Mitigation Fund using existing local, state, and federal funding. The discussion will cover national, state, and local trends in unemployment, mortgage delinquencies, and eviction backlogs.
- Staff report on housing stability during COVID-19
- Proposed $250,000 Landlord Risk Mitigation Fund
- Discussion of eviction prevention efforts and backlog of 440 eviction cases in Leon County
- Overview of national and state unemployment and housing trends
Greater Frenchtown/Southside CRA Citizen's Advisory Committee & Summary
The Greater Frenchtown/Southside CRA Citizen's Advisory Committee will discuss and vote on several items, including a presentation on the South City Event Center and Business Incubator, a status report on district projects, election of Chair and Vice Chair for FY2021, a concept for the Norman J. Clements Community Center at 730 Wailes Street, and acceptance of the GFS Strategic Investment Plan. The consent agenda includes approval of November 9, 2020 meeting minutes and acceptance of the project status report.
- Presentation on the South City Event Center and Business Incubator by Dot Inman-Johnson
- Election of GFS CAC Chair and Vice Chair for FY2021 (effective Dec 7, 2020 to Sep 30, 2021)
- Discussion of concept for Norman J. Clements Leadership, Academic, Community Development Center at 730 Wailes Street (future CRA financial assistance possible)
- Action on accepting the Greater Frenchtown/Southside Strategic Investment Plan, which sets objectives and measurements for redevelopment goals
- Consent: approval of November 9, 2020 special meeting minutes and acceptance of GFS District projects status report
CRTPA Board Meeting
The Capital Region Transportation Planning Agency (CRTPA) Board will consider consent items including approving $2,094,346 in FY2021 Urban Attributable Funds for projects, a resolution on face coverings during COVID-19, and a Unified Planning Work Program budget reallocation. The board will also vote on amendments to the FY2021-2025 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and elect a new Chair and Vice Chair for 2021. A public hearing on the Connections 2045 Regional Mobility Plan will be held immediately before this meeting; the adoption item has been removed from this agenda.
- Approve revised project list funded with $2,094,346 FY2021 Urban Attributable (SU) Funds
- Adopt resolution 2020-11-4D requiring face coverings during COVID-19 pandemic
- Reallocate $7,000 within UPWP for Thomasville Road Path Phase II public involvement (total $82,000)
- Adopt Resolution 2020-11-6A amending the FY2021-2025 Transportation Improvement Program
- Elect Chair and Vice Chair for calendar year 2021 (current: Chair Randy Merritt, Vice Chair Jeremy Matlow)
Independent Ethics Board
The Independent Ethics Board will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on November 17, 2020. The board will consider draft lobby ordinance revisions (Draft Ordinance 20-ORD-01 and 20-ORD-02), receive the Ethics Office Report including budget and complaint tracking, and evaluate the Ethics Officer. Public comment will be accepted via digital platform.
- Draft lobby ordinance revisions under Old Business (Draft Ordinances 20-ORD-01 and 20-ORD-02)
- Ethics Officer evaluation with tally sheet
- Ethics Office Report including monthly budget and complaint report
- Strategic plan update and Office of Inspector General update under Old Business
- Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items
City Commission Reorganization
The City Commission will hold a reorganization ceremony. No other business items such as ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are listed on the agenda. The meeting is primarily ceremonial in nature.
- Reorganization ceremony
Downtown District CRA Downtown Redevelopment Commission & Summary
The Downtown Redevelopment Commission will discuss a concept plan for improving the Duval Street entrance of the Kleman Plaza parking garage, with an estimated cost of $125,000. Commissioners will also review 30 identified pedestrian and bicycle mobility issues in the downtown area and consider potential CRA financial assistance. Consent items include approval of the July 7, 2020 meeting minutes and setting the 2021 meeting calendar.
- Review of Kleman Plaza Duval Street garage entrance improvements: hanging plantings, black metal fence, planter, marquis parking sign, new landscaping and drainage — $125,000 estimated
- Discussion of 30 pedestrian and bicycle mobility issues (trees, lights, sidewalks) and which could receive CRA funding
- Approval of July 7, 2020 Downtown Redevelopment Commission meeting minutes
- Approval of 2021 meeting dates: Jan 12, Apr 6, Jul 6, Oct 5 (all at 9:00 a.m., quarterly)
City Commission Meeting & Summary
The City Commission will consider a consent agenda with routine items, including subdivision plats and contract awards. Two items stand out: a public hearing on Ordinance 20-O-35 to amend the Welaunee Critical Area Plan and Urban Services Area in the comprehensive plan, and a supplemental appropriation from State and Federal Law Enforcement Trust Funds that was pulled from consent for separate discussion.
- Adoption hearing on Ordinance 20-O-35: Proposed 2020 Cycle Text Amendment to the Welaunee Critical Area Plan and Urban Services Area in the Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan
- Supplemental Appropriation from State and Federal Law Enforcement Trust Funds (pulled from consent, renumbered as 10.01)
- Approval to award term contracts for professional environmental consulting services to top eight firms (RFP No. 115-20-FS)
- Approval of subdivision plat for Cambridge Parc, creating 26 lots on 7.45 acres with $19,624 annual maintenance costs
- Item 9.04 (Estates of Southwood, Phase 1 plat) deleted from agenda
Greater Frenchtown/Southside CRA Citizen's Advisory Committee & Summary
The committee will vote on accepting the Greater Frenchtown/Southside Strategic Investment Plan, a five-year document that ties objectives and initiatives to the redevelopment plan's goals. The committee is also expected to approve the minutes from its October 5, 2020 regular meeting. Public comments and updates on future agenda items are also on the agenda.
- Acceptance of the Greater Frenchtown/Southside Strategic Investment Plan, which includes objectives and initiatives for economic development, affordable housing, and public trust.
- Approval of the October 5, 2020 regular meeting summary minutes.
Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is holding public hearings regarding a proposed change to the Southwood Development of Regional Impact and its Planned Unit Development. The request seeks to convert 0.47 acres of golf course land into a single low-density residential lot for one single-family home.
- Proposed amendment to Southwood DRI Integrated Development Order (Sixth Amendment)
- Ordinance 20-Z-23: Rezoning 0.47 acres from Golf Course/Parks and Recreation to Low Density Residential (LDR-17)
- Public hearing for the Southwood PUD Concept Plan amendment at Mossy Creek Lane and Dunbar Lane
City Commission Meeting & CRA Special Board Meeting & Summary
The City Commission and CRA Board will vote on two consent items: accepting a $75,000 federal grant for fire department detection equipment and approving a resolution for state easements for the Woodward Avenue Extension project. They will also introduce an ordinance for a voluntary annexation petition, with a public hearing set for December 9. The meeting includes routine ceremonial items and citizen input.
- Accept $75,000 Federal Homeland Security Grant for fire department detection equipment
- Approve Resolution 20-R-45 requesting easements from State of Florida for Woodward Avenue Extension project
- Introduction of Ordinance 20-O-44 for voluntary annexation of Parcel ID 11-26-20-007-000-0
- Special presentation recognizing a local student via the Young Navigators Award Program
Independent Ethics Board
The Independent Ethics Board will first hold a closed executive session to consider pending complaints. In the public meeting, members will hear reports on the Inspector General Ordinance, a draft lobby ordinance revision, and an ethics guide update. They will also vote on board amendments and evaluate the Ethics Officer.
- Closed executive session to consider pending complaints
- Report on Inspector General Ordinance
- Draft Lobby Ordinance Revision
- Board Amendments BA 2020-05, APA 2020-01, APA 2020-02
- Ethics Officer evaluation
CRTPA Board Meeting
The CRTPA Board will consider approving the Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Master Plan and adopting the Midtown Area Transportation Plan Phase II, which aims to improve multimodal options and vibrancy in Midtown. Consent items include approving September meeting minutes and a budget amendment to the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP). The board will also receive updates on the Thomasville Road Multi-Use Trail and US 90 Multi-Use Trail feasibility studies.
- Approve the Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Master Plan
- Adopt the Midtown Area Transportation Plan Phase II
- Approve UPWP amendment for FY 2020/21 – FY 2021/22 budgets
- Thomasville Road Multi-Use Trail feasibility study update (Betton Road to Metropolitan Boulevard)
- US 90 Multi-Use Trail feasibility study between Tallahassee and Monticello
City Commission Meeting & Summary
The City Commission meets virtually to vote on consent items, including a FedEx lease amendment for additional cargo apron space at Tallahassee International Airport, a caustic soda supply contract for power plants, and an application for a federal brownfields grant. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Approval of First Amendment to FedEx Airline Use and Lease Agreement for 71,910 sq ft cargo apron, annual revenue increase of $24,183.33
- Award of caustic soda purchase contract to BrennTag Mid-South, Inc., estimated $200,000 over the contract term
- Authorization to apply for $300,000 U.S. EPA Brownfields Assessment Grant
Joint City/County Adoption Hearing on 2020 Cycle Comprehensive Plan Amendments and Joint Workshop on Proposed Welaunee Arch Amendments
The Tallahassee City Commission and Leon County Commission will hold a joint adoption public hearing to vote on proposed amendments to the Tallahassee-Leon County Comprehensive Plan. The amendments would update portions of the Future Land Use Element and change the Roadway Functional Classification of Esplanade Way from a Major Collector to a Minor Collector. Both commissions must approve the ordinance for it to be adopted, and the item has no fiscal impact.
- Adoption public hearing for TTA 2020 003 – Southeast Sector Plan (Ordinance 20-O-32, City)
- Adoption public hearing for Leon County ordinance (Attachment #2, County)
- Text amendment to reclassify Esplanade Way to Minor Collector in the Mobility Element
- Update to Future Land Use Element Objectives 6.1 and 10.1
- Public comment deadline: 8:00 p.m. Monday, Oct 12 2020
Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Commission
The Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Commission will hold two public hearings: one on a proposed amendment to the Southwood Development of Regional Impact Integrated Development Order, and one on Ordinance 20-Z-23, which would rezone 0.47 acres of golf course land (Parks and Recreation) to Low Density Residential (LDR) for construction of a single-family home. The commission also will consider approving September meeting minutes and accept public comment. Petitioners submitted 488 signatures opposing the rezoning, citing loss of recreational space and precedent concerns.
- First public hearing on amending the Southwood DRI Integrated Development Order
- First public hearing on Ordinance 20-Z-23 to rezone 0.47 acres at Mossy Creek Lane and Dunbar Lane from Parks and Recreation to LDR-17 for one single-family dwelling
- Applicant: Frances Chaney LLC; agent: Halff Associates Inc.
- Public opposition includes a 488-signature petition and written comments from Southwood residents
- Condition of DRC approval includes conservation easement for 45 acres of upland habitat
Local Planning Agency
The Tallahassee-Leon County Local Planning Agency will meet via video conference on October 6, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. The sole substantive action is approval of meeting minutes from April 3, 2012, February 5, 2013, and August 4, 2020, which were never previously approved. Public comment instructions for future ordinances are provided, but no specific ordinances or rezonings are on the agenda.
- Approval of Local Planning Agency meeting minutes from April 3, 2012
- Approval of Local Planning Agency meeting minutes from February 5, 2013
- Approval of Local Planning Agency meeting minutes from August 4, 2020
- Public comment accepted via email or online registration for future unagendaed items
Greater Frenchtown/Southside CRA Citizen's Advisory Committee & Summary
The Greater Frenchtown/Southside CRA Citizen's Advisory Committee will discuss a possible expansion of the district to include the Griffin Heights neighborhood and review the Strategic Investment Plan. The committee will also consider approval of the September 14, 2020 meeting minutes and the 2021 meeting dates.
- Discussion of possible GFS District expansion to include Griffin Heights neighborhood
- Review of the Greater Frenchtown/Southside Strategic Investment Plan
- Approval of September 14, 2020 regular meeting minutes
- Approval of proposed 2021 CAC meeting dates (bi-monthly, first Mondays)
- Public comment request from Rodney Landers on Griffin Heights agenda item
CRA Board Meeting & Summary
The Tallahassee CRA Board will consider approving Florida Developers and the Tallahassee Lenders' Consortium as qualified contractors to build affordable single-family homes on six city-owned lots in the Greater Frenchtown/Southside District. The board will also discuss establishing an audit committee as required by state law and accepting a status report on CRA projects and programs in the GFS and Downtown districts. Additionally, the board will vote on approval of the August 27, 2020 meeting minutes, which has been pulled from the consent agenda for discussion.
- Selection of contractors for infill affordable housing on parcels at 803 Dunn Street, 1805 Keith Street, and 2006 Saxon Street
- Proposal to establish a CRA audit committee and have the City of Tallahassee's existing audit committee serve as the CRA's audit committee
- Acceptance of the FY 2020 project/program status report for the Greater Frenchtown/Southside and Downtown districts
- Approval of summary meeting minutes from August 27, 2020 CRA Board Meeting
City Commission Meeting & Summary
The Tallahassee City Commission will vote on the 2021 meeting schedule, approve a term contract for 115kV current transformers, and award a $750,000 contract for sulfuric acid to supply its electric generating stations. Agenda modifications add items on mitigation of large gatherings and ratification of tentative collective bargaining agreements with the Police Benevolent Association. All items are presented for consent during the virtual meeting on September 23, 2020.
- Approve the 2021 City Commission meeting schedule (17 regular meetings, workshops, retreats, and public hearings).
- Award a term contract to National Transformer Sales for 115kV Current Transformers (base three years with two one‑year renewal options, estimated under $500,000).
- Award a contract to Shrieve Chemical Company for sulfuric acid purchase ($750,000 total over the contract term).
- Add agenda item: Mitigation of Large Gatherings – Lawrence Revell, Tallahassee Police Department.
- Add agenda item: Ratification of tentative collective bargaining agreements – Police Benevolent Association, presented by Raoul Lavin.
CRTPA Board Meeting
The CRTPA Board will vote on adopting the Fiscal Year 2022–2026 Project Priority Lists covering roadways, bicycle/pedestrian, trails, transportation system management, intelligent transportation systems, StarMetro transit, and Tallahassee International Airport. The board is also expected to approve an amendment to the FY 2021–2025 Transportation Improvement Program adding rail safety, Safe Routes to School projects, and a road repair at St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge. Several consent items include updates to the Limited English Proficiency Plan, an ICAR Joint Participation Agreement, and minor UPWP amendments.
- Adoption of FY 2022–2026 Project Priority Lists for six transportation categories and the airport
- Amendment of FY 2021–2025 TIP adding projects: CR 257B Salt Road rail safety (Jefferson County), Safe Routes to School in Gadsden County (sidewalks, lighting near Havana Middle School and Quincy schools), and Lighthouse Road repair at St. Marks NWR (Wakulla County)
- Approval of ICAR Joint Participation Agreement
- UPWP amendment reallocating $2,500 of SU funds to Midtown Plan Phase II
- Minor update to CRTPA Limited English Proficiency Plan
Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency Board of Directors Meeting
The Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency Board will hold the second and final public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2021 Operating Budget and the 2021-2025 Five-Year Capital Improvement Program Budget. The board will also consider several general business items, including a feasibility study and funding options for the Northeast Connector Corridor, an alignment analysis for the Northeast Gateway Buckhead area, and approval of the Capital Circle Southwest Greenway and Debbie Lightsey Nature Park Concept. Consent items include approval of meeting minutes, reappointments, procurement authorization for fairgrounds improvements, and a stormwater facilities status report.
- Second and final public hearing on proposed FY2021 operating budget and FY2021-2025 capital improvement program
- Approval of Northeast Connector Corridor Feasibility Study and consideration of project funding options
- Acceptance of Northeast Gateway Buckhead Alignment Analysis and operational alternatives at Roberts Road
- Approval of Capital Circle Southwest Greenway and Debbie Lightsey Nature Park Concept
- Acceptance of status report on funding allocation for repairs at Florida A&M University's Bragg Memorial Stadium
Independent Ethics Board
The Independent Ethics Board will meet on Sept 15, 2020, via video conference. Agenda items include an Ethics Office report (budget, complaints), old business on the Inspector General Ordinance and the Campaign Contribution Refund Program, board amendments (BA 2020-05, APA 2020-01, APA 2020-02), a revision of the Ethics Guide, a new ethics course, a contractual agreement for investigative services, and a termination of services item. Public comment is accepted on both agenda and non-agenda items.
- Report on Inspector General Ordinance
- Board amendments: BA 2020-05, APA 2020-01, APA 2020-02
- Ethics Guide revision
- Contractual agreement for investigative services
- Termination of services
Greater Frenchtown/Southside CRA Citizen's Advisory Committee & Summary
The Greater Frenchtown/Southside CRA Citizen's Advisory Committee will consider accepting an updated Community Redevelopment Plan that adds five new community goals, including neighborhood safety and infrastructure. The committee will also vote on approving meeting minutes from August 3, 2020, and accepting a status report on active CRA projects and programs in the district.
- Approval of August 3, 2020, GFS CAC regular meeting summary minutes
- Acceptance of status report on GFS District projects, including Peacock Enterprise Centre grant and single-family housing on six city-owned lots
- Discussion and potential acceptance of the updated Greater Frenchtown/Southside Community Redevelopment Plan, adding goals such as neighborhood safety, infrastructure, healthy community, arts and entertainment, and historic significance
City Commission Meeting & Summary
The Tallahassee City Commission will vote on consent items including a transportation coordination agreement and a $15,000 Florida Gas Utility membership. They will introduce several land-use ordinances for the Welaunee area, with public hearings set for October 13. A discussion on mental health crisis intervention initiatives is also scheduled.
- Introduction of Ordinance 20-O-35: Text amendment to Welaunee Critical Area Plan and Urban Services Area
- Introduction of Ordinance 20-O-37: Large scale map amendment for Welaunee Arch
- Introduction of Ordinance 20-Z-38: Zoning change from Rural/CPA/R-1 to Planned Development
- Approval of Resolution 20-R-31 for Florida Gas Utility membership ($15,000 annual fee)
- Discussion of Mental Health Crisis Intervention Initiatives
Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Commission
The Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance amending floodplain management, definitions, and stormwater design standards in the Land Development Code. They will also acknowledge the withdrawal of a rezoning application for two parcels at Olson Road and Raymond Diehl Road. The meeting will be conducted via video conference due to COVID-19.
- Public hearing on ordinance amending floodplain management (Article VIII, Chapter 10) and stormwater design standards (Section 10-4.303)
- Withdrawal of rezoning application (Ordinance 20-Z-29) to change 3289 Olson Road and 2977 Raymond Diehl Road from R-5 to R-3 zoning
- Approval of August 4, 2020 meeting minutes
- Public comment accepted via email or online registration due to building closure
CRA Board Meeting & Summary
The CRA Board will receive updates on affordable housing programs, Neighborhood First, Peacock Enterprise Center, and a business incubator. The board will vote on approving $900,000 for design and construction of affordable homes on six city-owned lots and $250,000 for a short-term affordable housing construction loan program. Consent items include approval of meeting minutes and acceptance of project status reports.
- Vote on $900,000 for design and construction of affordable homes on six city-owned lots (803 Dunn St, 1805 Keith St, 2006 Saxon St) in Greater Frenchtown/Southside
- Vote on $250,000 seed funding for Short-Term Affordable Housing Construction Loan Program
- Presentation and update on CRA and City affordable housing programs (information only)
- Presentation on Peacock Enterprise Center
- Approval of meeting minutes from May 28 and June 29, 2020 CRA Board meetings
City Commission Workshop
The Tallahassee City Commission will discuss the proposed FY21 budget totaling $882,295,809, including a $731.1 million operating budget and $150.6 million capital budget. They will consider a supplemental appropriation of $508,071 in Florida Housing CARES Act funds, provide feedback on the budget, and affirm the process for the September budget hearings. The property tax rate remains constant at 4.1 mills, the lowest among Florida's 25 largest cities, and the Fire Services Fee change is suspended until FY22.
- Proposed FY21 budget of $882,295,809 (including $731.1M operating and $150.6M capital)
- Supplemental appropriation of $508,071 in Florida Housing CARES Act funds
- Property tax rate held constant at 4.1 mills (lowest of Florida's 25 largest cities)
- Fire Services Fee change suspended until FY22
- Public input on agenda items accepted online until 9:00 p.m. on August 18
CRTPA Board Meeting
The board will hear a presentation on the Connections 2045 Regional Mobility Plan (RMP) including needs, projects, and revenues. An update on the M-CORES initiative will be provided. The consent agenda includes approval of June meeting minutes, FDOT joint certification, and administrative amendments to the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). A status report from FDOT, including an update on the Midtown Area Transportation Plan, is also scheduled.
- Consent: Approve minutes of June 15, 2020 meeting
- Consent: Approve FDOT 2019 Joint Certification of the CRTPA
- Consent: Approve administrative amendments to FY 2020-2024 TIP
- Action: Update on Florida Dept. of Transportation M-CORES initiative
- Action: Presentation of Connections 2045 Regional Mobility Plan (RMP) Needs Plan, Projects, and Revenues
Local Planning Agency
The Local Planning Agency will meet via video conference to consider approving minutes from previous meetings in 2012, 2015, and 2020. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Approval of LPA meeting minutes from July 7, 2020, September 8, 2015, and March 1, 2012
Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Commission
The commission holds a first and only hearing on a Type C site plan for a private Pre-K-5 school co-located in an existing church building at Old Bainbridge Road and West Seventh Avenue. Two rezoning items related to Southwood have been withdrawn. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment on unagendaed items.
- Public hearing on Brownsville Preparatory Institute Type C site plan for a 90-student school in 6,000 sq ft of New Mount Zion AME Church
- Withdrawn: Southwood DRI Integrated Development Order change
- Withdrawn: Southwood PUD concept plan amendment (Ordinance 20-Z-23) at Mossy Creek and Dunbar Lanes
- Consent agenda: approval of July 7, 2020 Planning Commission minutes
- Public comment on unagendaed items via email or livestream registration
Greater Frenchtown/Southside CRA Citizen's Advisory Committee & Summary
The Greater Frenchtown/Southside CRA Citizen's Advisory Committee meets virtually on August 3, 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The agenda consists entirely of informational presentations and updates, with no votes or formal decisions scheduled. Topics include repairs to the Delta Kappa Omega/Providence Community Center, redevelopment of Orange Avenue Apartments, affordable housing programs, neighborhood initiatives, the Bond and Frenchtown Neighborhood First Plan, business disaster assistance grants, and a proposed business and job training incubator concept.
- Delta Kappa Omega/Providence Community Center repairs overview
- Redevelopment of Tallahassee Housing Authority's Orange Avenue Apartments update
- CRA and City Affordable Housing Programs update
- Bond and Frenchtown Neighborhood First Plan update
- Business and job training incubator concept proposal
Independent Ethics Board
The Independent Ethics Board will hear updates on the new Inspector General ordinance approved by the City Commission on July 8, a request for board members with legal backgrounds to review the revised ethics guide and test item bank, and a plan to move introductory ethics training online starting September. No votes are required on these items; the meeting also includes routine items like approving June minutes and the ethics office report.
- Update on new Inspector General ordinance (approved July 8, 2020) addressing overlap with ethics office duties
- Request for board members with legal background to review revised ethics guide and test item bank
- Ethics officer proposes online introductory training for new employees starting September 2020, requiring 80 work hours to prepare
- Ethics office sent email to nine City Commission candidates about the Campaign Contribution Refund Program; seeking social media promoter
- Approval of minutes from June 16, 2020 meeting
Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency Board of Directors Meeting
The Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency Board will approve minutes from the May 26, 2020 meeting and accept a status update on agency infrastructure projects. It will review a property report for 1309 Alabama Street, adopt two policies for allocating Competitive Project Fund and Future Opportunity Leveraging Fund monies, and consider a $10 million request to repair Florida A&M University’s Bragg Memorial Stadium. Additional items include a stormwater facilities status report and other general business.
- Approve May 26, 2020 Board meeting minutes
- Accept status update on Blueprint infrastructure projects
- Status report and consideration of 1309 Alabama Street property
- Approve two policies governing allocation of Competitive Project Fund and Future Opportunity Leveraging Fund
- Consider $10 million funding request for repairs at Florida A&M University’s Bragg Memorial Stadium
Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency Budget Workshop
The Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency will hold a workshop on the proposed Fiscal Year 2021 operating budget and the five-year capital improvement program. The workshop also includes discussion of a FY2020 budget amendment to address revenue shortfalls caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. No final decisions will be made; the item is for board discussion and acceptance. A first public hearing is scheduled for September 3, 2020, with final adoption on September 17, 2020.
- Workshop on draft FY2021 operating budget for Blueprint Infrastructure and Office of Economic Vitality
- Proposed FY2021-2025 capital improvement plan including beautification and improvements to the Fairgrounds
- FY2020 budget amendment to balance sources and uses of funds due to COVID-19 revenue shortfall
- Five-year sales tax revenue projection showing sharp decline and gradual recovery
- Two recommended options: accept workshop item or approve FY2020 budget amendment
City Commission Meeting
The Tallahassee City Commission meets virtually due to COVID-19. They will consider consent agenda items including a $182,500 settlement for a personal injury claim by Annie Brown, a land lease with Gulf Power Company for airport storage generating at least $258,572.16 in annual revenue, and agenda modifications that reschedule the Midtown Working Group update and delete a contract award for water well services. A proclamation recognizing Pride Month will also be presented.
- Settlement of Annie Brown's personal injury claim for $182,500 paid from Risk Management funds
- Airport land lease with Gulf Power Company for 21.2 acres, minimum $258,572.16 annual revenue
- Presentation of Pride Month proclamation by Mayor John Dailey
- Deletion of item 8.07: award of contract for Water Well Services (IFB 050-20-RT)
- Rescheduling of item 12.03: Update on Midtown Working Group
City Commission Workshop
The commission is discussing the FY20 third quarter budget update, proposed FY21 budget, and approving a tentative millage rate of 4.1000 mills (unchanged) for the Truth-in-Millage process. They will also consider $16.15 million in FY20 budget amendments and CARES Act funding to address COVID-19 revenue losses. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- FY20 Third Quarter Budget Update and year-end balancing with $16.15 million in amendments
- Tentative millage rate of 4.1000 mills (same as last year) for Truth-in-Millage notices
- Use of CARES Act funds to offset $23.4 million in COVID-19 revenue losses across all funds
- Direction for FY21 Operating and FY21-25 Capital Budgets, including maintaining current staffing levels
- Proposed $250,000 in discretionary funding for police chief to accelerate hiring
Local Planning Agency
The Local Planning Agency will meet via video conference due to COVID-19. The only substantive item is approval of meeting minutes from eight prior sessions dating back to 2009. No new business or public hearings are on the agenda.
- Approval of meeting minutes from July 8, 2019, June 4, 2019, May 7, 2019, February 5, 2019, January 8, 2019, February 2, 2010, January 21, 2010, and September 1, 2009.
Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Commission
The commission will conduct a public hearing on a request by 3 Boys Farm, LLC to locate a medical marijuana dispensing facility at 302 North Monroe Street, within 500 feet of Kingdom Life Prep Academy. Staff recommend finding the request consistent with Florida Statute §381.986(11)(C) and recommending City Commission approval. The agenda also includes a pledge of allegiance, agenda modifications, public comment on unagended items, consent to June 2, 2020 minutes, and a planning commissioner committee update.
- Public hearing and recommendation on medical marijuana dispensary at 302 N Monroe St
- Consent to adopt June 2, 2020 Planning Commission minutes
- Public comment on unagended items
- Planning Commissioner Committee Updates
Downtown District CRA Downtown Redevelopment Commission & Summary
The Downtown District CRA Downtown Redevelopment Commission will discuss the proposed FY 2021 budget, which includes a $4 million loan to purchase public parking spaces in the Cascades West garage, and review membership terms with two vacancies and two expiring terms. Consent items include approval of January meeting minutes and acceptance of a status report on DT District projects, such as the Cascades Project, Washington Square, and 4Forty North. No public comments were received.
- Proposed FY 2021 budget: $2,652,556 tax increment revenue (up 6.1%) and $4 million loan for Cascades West parking garage purchase
- Status report on DT District projects: Cascades Project Phase 1 (Firestone site) expected late 2020, Phase 2 (Bloxham Annex) April 2021; Washington Square on hold; 4Forty North permits expected Dec 2020
- Review of DRC membership: two members (Cynthia Tunnicliff, Todd Sperry) term expiring Oct 1, 2020, not eligible; two vacancies; Chair Erik Davis and Vice Chair Byron Green eligible for reappointment
- Approval of January 7, 2020 meeting minutes (consent item)
- No presentations or citizen comments received
Special CRA Board Meeting & Summary
The Tallahassee Citizens Advisory Committee proposes a Disaster Assistance Program that would give a one‑time $2,000 grant to small businesses in the Greater Frenchtown Southside (GFS) district. It also proposes a Residential Rental Assistance Program to pay up to two months of rent for renters in the GFS boundary who have lost income. The CRA Board will discuss funding the programs through long‑term loans over the next five years and align them with the existing GFS Redevelopment Plan.
- One‑time $2,000 grant for for‑profit businesses or sole proprietors with <50 employees in the GFS district
- Residential Rental Assistance Program providing up to two months of rent support to eligible renters in the GFS district
- Funding to be obtained via long‑term loans to balance the budget over five years
- Reference to the prior CEDR program that awarded $1,149,000 in grants, $688,500 of which went to zip codes overlapping the GFS district
- Programs are consistent with the Greater Frenchtown Southside Redevelopment Plan’s goal of retaining local businesses
Special Meeting Greater Frenchtown/Southside CRA Citizen's Advisory Committee & Summary
The Greater Frenchtown/Southside CRA Citizen's Advisory Committee holds a special meeting digitally to discuss CRA Emergency Programs via a presentation. Public comment was accepted by email until the meeting time, though no comments were received. Other agenda items are procedural: call to order, agenda modifications, future items, and adjournment.
- Presentation on CRA Emergency Programs for discussion and possible action (Item 6.01)
City Commission Meeting & Summary
The Tallahassee City Commission meets via video conference due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The agenda includes a discussion of a Police Citizen Review Board, added during agenda modification. Consent items include approval of three FDOT grant agreements for airport improvements totaling over $2.5 million, plus contracts for bus passenger counters and a FAMU U-Pass agreement.
- Discussion of Police Citizen Review Board (Item 11.05)
- Approval of Resolution 20-R-24 for $1,133,922 FDOT grant for Terminal Modernization at Tallahassee International Airport
- Approval of Resolution 20-R-25 for $1,112,500 FDOT grant for Air Cargo Facility Expansion
- Approval of Resolution 20-R-26 for $300,000 FDOT grant for Airfield Preservation
- Approval to negotiate contract with Urban Transportation Associates for Automated Passenger Counters on StarMetro buses (Item 11.06)
Independent Ethics Board
The board will first hold a closed executive session to consider pending complaints (per Florida Statute 112.324). At the subsequent public meeting, they will welcome new board member Kristen Costa, review the ethics office report and monthly budget, discuss a training update and negotiation of board counsel contract, and take public comment.
- Closed executive session to consider pending complaints (4:00 PM)
- Welcome new board member Kristen Costa
- Ethics Office Report and monthly budget report
- Old Business: Training update and negotiation of Board Counsel contract
- Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items via online submission
CRTPA Board Meeting
The CRTPA Board will consider adopting the FY 2021-2025 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) by resolution. The board will also vote on the final Unified Planning Work Program for FY 2020/21-2021/22 and a Joint Planning Agreement with FDOT (Contract No. G1L15). Additionally, the board will act on the FY 2022-2026 Transportation Alternatives Priority Project List and accept the Tallahassee-Leon County Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan.
- Adopt FY 2021-2025 Transportation Improvement Program by resolution
- Approve FY 2020/21-2021/22 Unified Planning Work Program and Joint Planning Agreement with FDOT (Contract No. G1L15)
- Adopt FY 2022-2026 Transportation Alternatives Priority Project List
- Accept Tallahassee-Leon County Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan
- Approve minutes of May 19, 2020 meeting
Special Meeting Greater Frenchtown/Southside CRA Citizen's Advisory Committee & Summary
The Citizens Advisory Committee will hold a special meeting to evaluate and potentially recommend two programs to assist businesses and residents during the COVID-19 pandemic: a Disaster Assistance Program for Economic Distressed Businesses ($2,000 grants) and a Residential Rental Assistance Program (RRAP). The meeting is virtual due to health concerns. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Proposed Disaster Assistance Program for Economic Distressed Businesses: one-time $2,000 grants for CRA district small businesses
- Proposed Residential Rental Assistance Program (RRAP) for residents
- No presentations or consent items scheduled
- Public comment accepted by email until 8 a.m. on June 11
- Meeting streamed live via Webex
City Commission Meeting & Summary
The Tallahassee City Commission is meeting via video conference on June 3, 2020, to consider consent agenda items including a $150,000 one-time payment to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund from a PILOT agreement amendment, confirmation of four Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare board members, and approval of an $800,000 fleet asset management system contract. The commission will also receive updates on diversity & inclusion and the police department, and announce public meetings for a proposed brownfield area at Lafayette Gardens.
- Approve amendment to PILOT agreement with Community Builders entities, providing $150,000 to Affordable Housing Trust Fund (item 7.02)
- Confirm election of four directors to Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare Board (item 7.01)
- Award $800,000 fleet asset management system contract to AssetWorks LLC (item 7.03)
- Announce proposed brownfield area designation for Lafayette Gardens Reuse Area with public meetings June 16 (item 4.01)
- Receive Tallahassee Police Department update (item 11.10, added)
Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 20-Z-19, a proposed amendment to the Leon County Public Health Unit/New Mt. Zion AME Church Planned Unit Development to replace a daycare with a PreK-5 elementary school. The meeting will be conducted via video conference due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The commission will also consider approving minutes from previous meetings.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 20-Z-19 to amend the PUD concept plan to add an elementary school (PreK-5) in place of daycare
- Consent agenda includes approval of May 5 and May 8, 2020 meeting minutes
- Meeting held remotely; public can observe via livestream and submit comments by email or video conference
- Staff recommends finding the ordinance consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and recommending adoption by the City Commission
CRA Board Meeting & Summary
The CRA Board will meet via video conference to consider consent agenda items including approval of minutes, project updates, and a new $100,000 large event grant program for the Greater Frenchtown/Southside District. A presentation from the GFS Citizens' Advisory Committee chair is also scheduled. Public comment is accepted by email. A funding request for the South Monroe Street Walls project has been deleted from the agenda.
- Approval of $100,000 GFS Large Event Grant Program Guidelines (Item 5.03)
- Approval of summary minutes from January 30 and April 8, 2020 CRA Board Meetings (Item 5.01)
- Acceptance of GFS and DT Districts project updates, including Frenchtown Rising and CarePoint Health Center reports (Item 5.02)
- Presentation and update from GFS CAC Chair Katrina Tuggerson (Item 3.01)
- Deletion of funding request for South Monroe Street Walls (1303 and 1323 S. Monroe Street) redevelopment project (Item 7.04)
Joint City/County Transmittal Hearings on 2020 Cycle Comprehensive Plan Amendments
The Tallahassee City Commission and Leon County Board will hold joint transmittal public hearings on three 2020 Cycle Comprehensive Plan amendments. One amendment seeks to change the roadway functional classification of Esplanade Way from Major Collector to Minor Collector. Another proposes a text amendment to the Neighborhood Boundary land‑use category and a possible zoning code change. The third is a map amendment that would adjust the Future Land Use Map for parcels in the Bond and Griffin Heights neighborhoods. Staff and the local planning agency recommend approval of all three items.
- TTA 2020 003 – Southeast Sector Plan: text amendment to reclassify Esplanade Way to Minor Collector (no fiscal impact).
- TTA 2020 011 – Neighborhood Boundary: text amendment to allow mixed‑use corridors and option to amend Chapter 10 of the City Land Development Code (notice costs).
- TMA 2020 010 – Bond and Griffin Heights Neighborhood Boundary: map amendment changing FLUM designations along Alabama Street and between Gamble and Floral Streets (notice costs).
Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency Meeting
The Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency will meet virtually to discuss and act on several items, including a status update on infrastructure projects impacted by COVID-19 that reveals a $4.7 million projected shortfall. The board will also consider a greenways masterplan prioritization process, approve a bond reimbursement resolution, and appoint members to the Office of Economic Vitality Leadership Council. Public comments were accepted via email.
- Acceptance of status update on Blueprint infrastructure projects with $4.7M shortfall due to COVID-19
- Consideration of Greenways Masterplan prioritization process
- Approval of Bond Reimbursement Resolution for Blueprint Infrastructure Program
- Approval of appointments to Tallahassee-Leon County Office of Economic Vitality Leadership Council
- Acceptance of FY 2019 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
Independent Ethics Board
The Tallahassee Independent Ethics Board will discuss and potentially act on a draft ordinance regarding lobbyist regulation and a second reading of revisions to its bylaws. The board will also select one at-large member from a pool of ten applicants, review an ethics office audit report, and receive updates on ethics training programs.
- Old Business: Board recommendation to City Commission on lobbyists, including draft ordinance
- Revision to Bylaws / Second Reading: changes to Article VII (Meetings) and Article IX (Hotline Calls and Complaint Procedures)
- Selection of at-large board member from 10 applicants including David J. Alcorn, John Paul Bailey, John O. Clark, Kristen Costa, William John DeAngelis, Antonio M. Garcia, William Wayne McDaniel, Miguel Olivella Jr., Margaret B. Potter, and Judy Taylor-Fischer
- Ethics Office Audit Report by outside agency
- Board Attorney Compensation item
CRTPA Board Meeting
The Capital Region Transportation Planning Agency board will vote on a resolution to amend the FY 2020‑FY 2024 Transportation Improvement Program, adding design funding for pedestrian safety lighting at signalized intersections on SR 61, SR 20 and SR 371. The board will also consider extending the General Planning Consultant contracts through March 2022, appoint two members to the Citizens Multimodal Advisory Committee, adopt a Transportation Performance Measures Consensus Planning Document, and approve amendments to the Unified Planning Work Program and related agreements.
- Approve a two‑year extension of the General Planning Consultant contracts for Kimley‑Horn and Associates and RS&H to March 2022 (Agenda Item 4B).
- Approve appointments of Ms. Dara Osher and Mr. Marcus Thompkins to the Citizens Multimodal Advisory Committee (Agenda Item 4C).
- Adopt the Transportation Performance Measures Consensus Planning Document by resolution (Agenda Item 6A).
- Amend the FY 2020‑FY 2024 Transportation Improvement Program to fund pedestrian lighting at intersections on SR 61, SR 20 and SR 371 (Agenda Item 6B).
- Approve amendments to the Unified Planning Work Program and execute the Joint Planning Agreement with FDOT (Agenda Item 7A).
Greater Frenchtown/Southside CRA Citizen's Advisory Committee & Summary
The Greater Frenchtown/Southside CRA Citizen's Advisory Committee will discuss and make a recommendation on a $560,000 construction grant for the SoMo Walls redevelopment project at 1303 and 1323 S. Monroe Street, plus an estimated $216,000 to underground overhead electric lines. The committee will also vote on approving January and February 2020 meeting minutes and accept a status report on GFS district projects and programs, including updates on Frenchtown Rising events and CarePoint Health & Wellness Center.
- Review and recommendation of $560,000 grant to Demirel International for SoMo Walls redevelopment at 1303 and 1323 S. Monroe Street
- Separate recommendation to fund approximately $216,000 to underground overhead electric lines fronting the development site
- Approval of summary minutes from January 27, 2020 Affordable Housing Workshop and February 3, 2020 regular meeting
- Acceptance of status report on active CRA projects, including single-family housing on city-owned lots and LED streetlight replacement on D streets
- Report on Frenchtown Rising events (total attendance over 22,000) and CarePoint Health & Wellness Center 2019 report showing increased patient visits
City Commission Meeting & Summary
The Tallahassee City Commission meets via video conference due to COVID-19. Key actions include approving a $236,500 personal injury settlement, awarding a $1.46 million contract for airport control tower renovations, and deleting an eminent domain item for the Magnolia Drive Trail Project. Consent agenda items also cover valve repair services for power plants.
- Settlement of $236,500 for Steven Parton's sidewalk fall injury claim
- Construction contract award of $1,460,327.40 for Air Traffic Control Tower Rehabilitation at Tallahassee International Airport
- Deletion of Resolution No. 20-R-20 for eminent domain on Magnolia Drive Trail Project Phase 1
- Award of four-year term contracts for Valve Repair Services for Electric Power Plants to Flotech, Inc., Valve & Actuation Services, and AVP Valves
- First and Only Public Hearing on Ordinance 20-Z-04AA for a major amendment to the Canopy Planned Unit Development (PUD) Concept Plan
Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Commission
The Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Commission meets via video conference to consider a proposed amendment to the Evening Rose Planned Unit Development (PUD) to add 0.75 acres for a school playground. Two rezoning items on the Southwood DRI and PUD have been withdrawn by the applicant. The commission will also approve March meeting minutes.
- First and Only Public Hearing on Proposed Change to the Southwood DRI Integrated Development Order – withdrawn by applicant
- First and Only Public Hearing on City Ordinance 20-Z-03 (Southwood PUD Major Amendment) – withdrawn by applicant
- First and Only Public Hearing on Ordinance 20-Z-10: Amendment to Evening Rose PUD to add 0.75 acres of green space for a private school playground at Capital Circle NE and Easter Stanley Road
- Recommended action on Ordinance 20-Z-10: find consistent with Comprehensive Plan and recommend City Commission adoption
City Commission Meeting & Summary
The Tallahassee City Commission meets virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They will hold a first-and-only public hearing on Ordinance 20-Z-08AA to rezone land from Commercial Parkway and Office Residential to Parkway Commerce Planned Unit Development, and a first public hearing on a Canopy Development Agreement (second hearing May 13). The Commission also will consider accepting the FY2019 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, approve a $42,133 historic property grant and loan for 532 Oakland Avenue, and receive a public safety update from the Tallahassee Police Department.
- First-and-only public hearing on Ordinance 20-Z-08AA: rezoning from CP and OR-3 to Parkway Commerce PUD
- First of two public hearings on Canopy Development Agreement (second hearing May 13, 2020)
- Acceptance of FY2019 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report with unmodified audit opinion
- Approval of $42,133 historic property grant and loan ($23,640 grant, $18,493 loan) for stabilization of 532 Oakland Avenue
- Public safety update from Lawrence Revell, TPD, added to agenda
Special Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency Board Meeting
The IA Board will review a status report on COVID-19 economic response and relief efforts. The meeting includes consideration of additional support measures specifically for the restaurant, hospitality, and service industries.
- Status report on the COVID-19 Economic Disaster Relief (CEDR) Grant Program
- Proposal to reallocate $105,000 from the Business Recruitment Incentive Fund (BRIF) for remaining CEDR grant applicants
- Review of the March 25, 2020, IA Board emergency meeting minutes
City Commission Meeting and CRA Board Meeting & Summary
The Tallahassee City Commission and CRA Board will meet via video conference on April 8, 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They will consider added items authorizing funding for non-medical face masks and emergency congregate and non-congregate sheltering for homeless individuals. Consent agenda items include awarding a $2.76 million generator maintenance contract and approving airport consultant selections.
- Authorize use of funding to purchase non-medical face masks (Item 13.06)
- Authorize use of funds for COVID-19 emergency sheltering for homeless (Item 13.07)
- Approve award of term contract for generator inspection and repair services to Ring Power Corp., estimated $2,762,486 over six years (Item 9.03)
- Approve selection committee ranking for architectural, engineering, and planning consultants for Tallahassee International Airport (Item 9.01)
- Accept City of Tallahassee CRA's FY 2019 Annual Report – pulled for discussion (Item 10.01)
Emergency Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency Board Meeting
The Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency Board will discuss a proposed COVID‑19 Economic Disaster Relief (CEDR) Assistance Grant Program for small businesses, allocating $1,000,000 in $2,500 grants to up to 400 eligible applicants. The fiscal impact of $1 million would be funded by reallocating City/County payback, with $1 million repaid in FY 2020 and $500,000 annually through FY 2024. The agenda also includes a workshop presentation on the Office of Economic Vitality Strategic Plan and consideration of modifications to the Economic Vitality Leadership Council.
- Consideration of COVID‑19 Economic Disaster Relief (CEDR) Assistance Grant Program – $1,000,000 total, $2,500 per eligible applicant, up to 400 businesses
- Fiscal impact: $1 million cost funded through City/County payback, repayment of $1 million in FY 2020 and $500,000 annually FY 2021‑FY 2024
- Potential leverage of up to $820,000,000 from state (Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan) and federal (SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan) programs
- Workshop presentation: Acceptance of item on Office of Economic Vitality Strategic Plan and Projects
- Consideration of modifications to the Economic Vitality Leadership Council
Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency Meeting
The Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency will consider a status report on the Arena District Convention Center project and decide next steps. The board will also vote on allocating economic vitality funds for Project Juggernaut, a revised minority/women/small business enterprise policy, and the purchase of property at 1309 Alabama Street. Consent items include infrastructure project updates, sound mitigation analysis for the Capital City Amphitheater, and reappointment of a citizen advisory committee member.
- Status report and next steps for Arena District Convention Center
- Allocation of OEV funds in support of Project Juggernaut
- Purchase of property at 1309 Alabama Street
- Revised and consolidated Minority Women Small Business Enterprise Policy
- Reappointment of Kathy Bell to the Citizens Advisory Committee
Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency Strategic Plan Workshop
The Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency holds a workshop to review the Office of Economic Vitality's strategic plan progress since 2016 and to consider modifications to the Economic Vitality Leadership Council. Staff present options: accept the status report or direct drafting of a Competitive Project Fund Policy and Future Opportunity and Leveraging Fund Policy. No fiscal impact is identified for the item.
- Acceptance of workshop item on Office of Economic Vitality Strategic Plan and Projects
- Consideration of modifications to the Economic Vitality Leadership Council
- Discussion of creating a Competitive Project Fund and a Future Opportunity and Leveraging Fund
- Proposal to re-activate a community survey on economic development
- Status report on 116 of 153 strategic plan actions completed or ongoing since 2016
City Commission Meeting & Summary
The commission will vote on consent items including acceptance of a $58,000 grant from the Department of Emergency Management and appropriation of $240,000 from the General Fund liability account for Tallahassee Police Department operational needs. They will also authorize applying for a $500,000 federal grant to purchase up to three battery electric buses for StarMetro.
- Approve acceptance of $58,000 grant and $240,000 from General Fund liability account for TPD equipment and operations
- Authorize application for $500,000 federal grant to acquire up to three battery electric buses for StarMetro
Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a first and only public hearing on a major amendment to the Canopy Planned Unit Development (PUD), which proposes increasing residential units from 1,417 to 1,670, adding 365,549 sq ft of non-residential space, and creating a new Town Center District. Staff recommends approval subject to conditions. Two Southwood DRI and PUD items are continued to April 7, 2020, pending applicant revisions.
- Proposed increase of multi-family units from 520 to 620 and total residential units from 1,417 to 1,670 in the Canopy PUD on 505 acres near Centerville Road and Fleischman Lane
- New 26.9-acre Town Center District replacing a 6-acre Neighborhood Center District; relocation of the City Senior Center to south side of Welaunee Boulevard
- Removal of a required 7-acre Leon County school site after School Board vote to remove the requirement
- Increase in multi-family building height from 45 to 55 feet, with 45-foot setback within 200 feet of single-family lots
- Southwood DRI and PUD amendments continued to April 7, 2020 due to applicant needing further revisions
City Commission Meeting & Summary
The Tallahassee City Commission will consider consent items, including awarding two term contracts for specialized PILC splicing services (up to $500,000) and a 50/50 cost-sharing agreement with the Tallahassee Housing Authority to convert electric service at Joe Lewis Street ($400,000). A proclamation recognizing the John G. Riley Center and Museum will be presented, and the commission will accept a donated bloodhound for the Tallahassee Police Department. The agenda also includes standard procedural items.
- Award term contracts for PILC Splicing Services to Suncoast Electric and Universal Electric for a five-year total period at up to $500,000
- Approve cost-sharing and supplemental appropriation of $400,000 for converting Tallahassee Housing Authority Joe Lewis Street property to conventional retail electric service
- Presentation of proclamation recognizing the John G. Riley Center and Museum
- Acceptance of donated bloodhound and related services from Lawrence Revell for TPD (added as item 13.08)
Independent Ethics Board
The Independent Ethics Board will hold a closed session to discuss settlement negotiations in the case Julie Meadows-Keefe v. City of Tallahassee and Independent Ethics Board. The meeting then reopens to the public briefly before adjourning. This is a procedural agenda with no public action items.
- Closed session pursuant to Florida Statutes § 286.011(8) for pending case Julie Meadows-Keefe v. City of Tallahassee (Case No. 2019-CA-002722)
- Discussion limited to settlement negotiations and litigation expenditure strategy
- Attendees include Chair Bryan Smith, Vice-Chair Carlos Rey, board members, Ethics Officer Dwight Floyd, and outside counsel
Joint City/County Workshop - Comp Plan Amendments
The Tallahassee City Commission and Leon County Commission will hold a joint workshop to discuss five proposed text and map amendments to the Tallahassee-Leon County Comprehensive Plan. The items include privately and publicly initiated changes to land use policies, Urban Services Area boundaries, and a roadway classification. No votes will be taken; the workshop is for discussion and commission direction. Staff and the Local Planning Agency recommend approval for all five amendments.
- Workshop on TTA 2020 003 (Southeast Sector Plan) — St. Joe Company requests updates to land use objectives and reclassification of Esplanade Way from Major to Minor Collector
- Workshop on TTA 2020 006 (Pine Cone Woods/Urban Services Area) — Pine Cone Woods LLC seeks to extend the Urban Services Area to parcels on Thomasville Road near Chiles High School
- Workshop on TTA 2020 011 (Neighborhood Boundary) — publicly initiated amendment to allow Neighborhood Boundary category for mixed-use corridors in sector plans
- Workshop on TTA 2020 013 (Welaunee Critical Area Plan) — City of Tallahassee proposes to update the Welaunee Critical Area Plan and extend the Urban Services Area for the Welaunee Arch development
- Workshop on LMA 2020 01 (Blountstown Highway) — Teramore Development requests FLUM change from Urban Fringe to Suburban (3.34 acres) and rezoning to General Commercial (C-2) at 7601 Blountstown Highway
Independent Ethics Board
The Independent Ethics Board will receive the Ethics Officer's report, including the annual report and draft 2020 guide, and discuss recommendations on city lobbyist registration policies. The board will also select one at-large member from a list of ten candidates and receive an update on the new Inspector General.
- Selection of an at-large board member from ten candidates
- Discussion of possible recommendations on lobbying ordinance
- Ethics Officer's annual report and draft 2020 guide
- Update on the new Inspector General
- Introduction to proposed bylaws (BA 2020-03 and BA 2020-04)
City Commission Workshop
The City Commission will discuss and vote on the FY2020 First Quarter Budget Update. Staff recommends accepting the update and approving budget amendments, as well as providing direction for the FY21 operating and FY21-25 capital budgets. The current FY20 operating budget totals $740.7 million, with $161.4 million in the General Fund and $158.8 million for the Capital Improvement Plan.
- $3.1 million for police technology and salaries
- $7.5 million for sidewalk and road maintenance
- $12 million for Airport funding to enhance economic impact
- $93 million in utilities reliability investments
- Construction of at least 10 new sidewalks annually for the next 5 years
CRTPA Board Meeting
The CRTPA Board will consider adopting the Town of Havana Main Street Assessment, which studies reducing lanes on US 27 in downtown Havana. The board will also vote on the Connections 2045 Regional Mobility Plan update, including the Needs Plan and evaluation criteria. Other action items include awarding an audit contract to James Moore & Co. and kicking off the Thomasville Road Multiuse Path Feasibility Study. Consent items include adopting 2020 Safety Performance Targets.
- Adopt 2020 Safety Performance Targets for fatalities, serious injuries, and non-motorized incidents
- Adopt Town of Havana Main Street Assessment – feasibility of reducing lanes on US 27 in downtown Havana
- Approve Connections 2045 Regional Mobility Plan Needs Plan, evaluation criteria, and prioritization criteria
- Award audit services contract to James Moore & Co., P.L. (amount not specified in agenda)
- Kick off Thomasville Road Multiuse Path Feasibility Study
City Commission Meeting & Summary
The City Commission will consider several consent agenda items, including awarding a citywide electrical contractor services contract valued at approximately $733,540 and approving a uniform services contract with CINTAS Corporation worth $600,000 annually. The agenda also includes proclamations for Black History Month and the 100th Anniversary of the League of Women Voters, and a late addition for a memorandum of understanding regarding promotions in the Tallahassee Police Department.
- Approval of award for citywide electrical contractor services (RFQ #070-19-CC) to Florida Electric, Inc., Sun Coast Electric, and Universal Electric of Tallahassee, Inc., estimated $733,540 over contract life
- Approval of contract award for uniform purchase, rental, and cleaning services with CINTAS Corporation, $600,000 annually
- Approval and Ratification of Memorandum of Understanding for promotion of lieutenants in Tallahassee Police Department (added as item 13.06)
- Presentation of proclamation for 100th Anniversary of The League of Women Voters
- Presentation of proclamation recognizing February as Black History Month
Local Planning Agency
The Tallahassee-Leon County Local Planning Agency will approve the minutes from its January 7 workshop. It will hold public hearings on four proposed text amendments to the Comprehensive Plan: TTA 2020 003 (Southeast Sector Plan and reclassifying Esplanade Way), TTA 2020 006 (extension of the Urban Services Area on Thomasville Road), TTA 2020 011 (Neighborhood Boundary amendment), and TMA 2020 013 (Welaunee Critical Area Plan update and Urban Services Area expansion). For each amendment the agency will decide whether it is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and recommend adoption or denial.
- Approve minutes of the January 7, 2020 Local Planning Agency workshop
- Public hearing on TTA 2020 003 – Southeast Sector Plan and reclassify Esplanade Way to Minor Collector
- Public hearing on TTA 2020 006 – extend the Urban Services Area on Thomasville Road near Chiles High School
- Public hearing on TTA 2020 011 – amend Neighborhood Boundary land‑use category for mixed‑use corridors
- Public hearing on TMA 2020 013 – update Welaunee Critical Area Plan and expand the Urban Services Area
Greater Frenchtown/Southside CRA Citizen's Advisory Committee & Summary
The Greater Frenchtown/Southside CRA Citizen's Advisory Committee will discuss the Frenchtown Housing Plan, a housing strategy developed by four local nonprofits focusing on facade grants, major rehabilitation, demolition, land acquisition, and a loan fund. The meeting also includes presentations on the annual Sunshine, Ethics and Public Records Review, a GFS District land use study, the status of affordable housing on CRA/City lots, and updates on Bond and Frenchtown Neighborhood First and the Frenchtown Quarters and Marketplace. The committee will consider approving minutes from a previous orientation and regular meeting, and accept a status report on GFS District projects and programs.
- Discussion of Frenchtown Housing Plan with elements: Façade and Landscape Grant Program, Major Rehabilitation Projects, Demolition Program, Land Acquisition, and Loan Fund for New Construction
- Annual Sunshine, Ethics and Public Records Review presentation by City Attorney's Office
- GFS District Land Use Study presentation by Planning
- Status of Affordable Housing Program on CRA/City Lots in the GFS District
- Acceptance of status report on GFS District projects and programs, including streetlight replacements on 'D' streets
CRA Board Meeting & Summary
The CRA Board will decide whether to confirm $125,000 in grant funding for amphitheater events during construction of the Cascades Project, clarifying that the money comes from CRA funds not the $2.25 million public improvement allocation. The board will also receive presentations on redevelopment efforts in Frenchtown (Quarters and Marketplace), the 4Forty North project, and the Greater Bond/Greater Frenchtown Neighborhood First Plan. One consent item on the Frenchtown KitchenShare program has been pulled for separate discussion.
- Confirm $125,000 CRA grant for amphitheater event support during Cascades Project redevelopment (Item 5.05)
- Presentation on Frenchtown Quarters and Marketplace redevelopment update (Item 3.03)
- Presentation on 4Forty North Development (440 N Monroe) update (Item 3.04)
- Update on Greater Bond and Greater Frenchtown Neighborhood First Plan implementation (Item 3.05)
- Accept status report on Frenchtown Neighborhood Improvement Association's Heritage Hub KitchenShare program (pulled from consent, Item 6.01)
Independent Ethics Board
The Independent Ethics Board will meet to discuss new business, including issues regarding A. Keith Powell. The agenda also includes public comment, directives, and approval of prior meeting minutes.
- New business: Issues regarding A. Keith Powell
Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency Meeting
The Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency holds a second public hearing to consider approving a substantial amendment to the Blueprint Northeast Gateway: Welaunee Critical Area Plan Regional Infrastructure Project. The board also will vote on consent items including an eminent domain resolution for the Capital Circle Road Improvement Project (Springhill Road to Orange Avenue), support for Project Juggernaut as a Qualified Target Industry applicant with related Office of Economic Vitality fund allocation, a revised Minority Women Small Business Enterprise Policy, and the purchase of property at 1309 Alabama Street. Informational updates cover the CAC chairman's report, Blueprint project status, and Office of Economic Vitality project updates.
- Second public hearing to approve a substantial amendment to the Blueprint Northeast Gateway: Welaunee Critical Area Plan
- Request for approval of an eminent domain resolution for property acquisition related to the Capital Circle Road Improvement Project (Springhill Road to Orange Avenue)
- Resolution supporting Project Juggernaut as a Qualified Target Industry applicant and allocation of OEV funds
- Consideration of a revised and consolidated Minority Women Small Business Enterprise Policy for the Leon County–City of Tallahassee Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency
- Acceptance of the Capital Cascades Trail Segment 3 After Action Report and purchase of 1309 Alabama Street
City Commission Meeting & Summary
The City Commission will vote on two resolutions to accept Florida Department of Transportation grants totaling $1.5 million for hangar development and modernization at Tallahassee International Airport. The meeting also includes proclamations for Arbor Day and Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, and a Black History Award presentation.
- Approve Resolution 20-R-01 accepting $500,000 FDOT grant for Hangar Development at Tallahassee International Airport.
- Approve Resolution 20-R-02 accepting $1,000,000 FDOT grant for Hangar Development and Modernization at Tallahassee International Airport.
- Presentation of proclamation recognizing January 25, 2020 as Arbor Day.
- Presentation of proclamation recognizing January 2020 as Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month.
- Presentation of Black History Award, First in Law to Ms. Cassandra K. Jackson, first Black Tallahassee City Attorney.
Greater Frenchtown/Southside CRA Citizen's Advisory Committee - Affordable Housing Workshop & Summary
This is an informational workshop for the Greater Frenchtown/Southside CRA Citizen's Advisory Committee to review City and non-profit affordable housing programs. The committee will hear presentations from several organizations including the City's Community Housing Department, Tallahassee Lenders Consortium, Graceful Solutions, and others. No formal action or fiscal impact is expected.
- Review of City and not-for-profit affordable housing programs as a discussion item
- Presentation by City of Tallahassee Community Housing and Human Services Department
- Presentation by Graceful Solutions on Frenchtown neighborhood improvement and blight removal
- Presentation by Big Bend Community Development Corporation on infill housing and senior multi-family development
- Presentation by Tallahassee Lenders Consortium on homebuyer education and counseling
Independent Ethics Board
The Independent Ethics Board is meeting to discuss the new Ethics Ordinance No. 19-O-36AA effective January 1, 2020, and propose revisions to its bylaws. The board will also receive the Ethics Officer's report, discuss lobbyist registration policies, and consider draft recommendations on campaign activities and public appearances of city officials.
- Presentation and discussion of new Ethics Ordinance No. 19-O-36AA effective 1/1/2020
- Second read of revisions to Bylaws Article III and Article IX
- Ethics Officer Report including monthly issue tracking, budget, and Star Metro Audit No. 1907
- Discussion of City policies on lobbyist registration
- Update regarding new Inspector General
CRTPA Board Meeting
The CRTPA Board will consider approving updated evaluation criteria for 2020 Transportation Alternatives applications. Other action items include hiring a part-time planning position, accepting FY2018 financial statements, and discussing elimination of weighted voting. The board will also select a Leon County representative for the Executive Committee.
- Approve updated evaluation criteria for 2020 Transportation Alternatives applications
- Authorize hiring a part-time CRTPA planning position focused on public involvement
- Accept FY 2018 CRTPA financial statements
- Discuss update and direction on eliminating weighted voting in the Interlocal Agreement
- Approve a Leon County representative to serve on the CRTPA Executive Committee
City Commission Retreat
The City Commission holds its annual retreat to review 2019 accomplishments and set direction for 2020. The main action item is accepting the 2019 Year in Review report, which highlights progress on the newly adopted FY2020-2024 Strategic Plan covering seven priority areas including economic development, poverty, and public infrastructure.
- Approved joint-use agreement for MetroNet fiber optic investment ($75 million)
- Purchased Northwood Centre to spur Monroe Street corridor development
- Received $17.5 million aviation grant for new International Passenger Processing Facility at Tallahassee International Airport
- Adopted Clean Energy Plan Resolution targeting 100% net renewable energy by 2050
- Committed $1.3 million matching funds for Low-Income Housing Tax Credits for Orange Avenue Apartments redevelopment
Downtown District CRA Citizen's Advisory Committee & Summary
The Downtown District CRA Citizen's Advisory Committee will consider approving October 2019 meeting minutes and accepting a status report on three major downtown redevelopment projects. They will also discuss proposed updates to the committee's bylaws and review a draft bicycle-pedestrian master plan focused on downtown connectivity. The agenda includes presentations on Sunshine/ethics and a downtown overview.
- Accept status report on DT District projects: Cascades Joint Venture (under construction), Washington Square (on hold), 4Forty North (expected start early 2020)
- Approve October 1, 2019 Downtown Redevelopment Commission meeting minutes
- Proposed updates to DT DRC bylaws (remove outdated citations, clarify residency and teleconference rules)
- Discussion of draft Tallahassee-Leon County 2019 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan projects for downtown
- Annual Sunshine, Ethics and Public Records Review presentation by City Attorney's Office
Independent Ethics Board
The Independent Ethics Board will meet to discuss the role of outside counsel Deborah Minnis from Ausley McMullen, as well as solicit member input on items for future agendas. The agenda also includes routine items such as call to order, public comment, directives, and a meeting summary. No votes or financial decisions are scheduled.
- Discussion of Deborah Minnis, Ausley McMullen, regarding outside counsel's role
- Member discussion on items desired for future agendas
- Public comment on non-agenda items
- Directives and meeting summary
Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 20-Z-02 to rezone 7.45 acres at 4680, 4732, and 4738 Thomasville Road from Leon County Residential Preservation to Cambridge Parc Planned Unit Development for a 26-unit single-family development with a park and open space. Staff recommends finding the proposal consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and recommending City Commission adoption. The consent agenda includes approval of the November 5, 2019 meeting minutes.
- Rezoning of 4680, 4732, 4738 Thomasville Road from Residential Preservation to Cambridge Parc PUD (26 units)
- Development includes park, open space, and stormwater facility on 7.45 acres
- DRC recommended approval with conditions on November 25, 2019
- Public notification mailed to 135 property owners; 4 objections received on traffic, lot size, stormwater
- Consent item: approval of November 5, 2019 Planning Commission meeting minutes
Local Planning Agency Workshop
The Local Planning Agency is holding a workshop to discuss 14 proposed amendments to the 2020 Comprehensive Plan, including map changes and text updates. The workshop precedes a public hearing scheduled for February 4, 2020. No decisions will be made; the discussion will inform staff reports.
- Map amendment: Sheffield's Body Shop from Residential Preservation to Suburban
- Map amendment: Fairbanks Subdivision from Urban Residential-2 to University Transition
- Map amendment: Welaunee Arch from Rural to Planned Development
- Map amendment: Capital Circle SW from Residential Preservation to Suburban
- Text amendments to Land Use Element, including Southeast Sector Plan and Pine Cone Woods