Tallahassee public meetings in 2023

Independent Ethics Board Meeting

The Independent Ethics Board will consider approving minutes from November 14, 2023, and receive office reports. They will acknowledge former City Commissioner Ernie Paine and elect a chair and vice-chair. The board will discuss jurisdiction under Chapter 286, Florida Statutes, and enacting whistleblower complaints, as well as strategies for public engagement.

• Approval of minutes from November 14, 2023
• Acknowledgement of former City Commissioner Ernie Paine via resolution
• Discussion on jurisdiction concerning Chapter 286, Florida Statutes
• Discussion on enacting whistleblower complaints
• Discussion on strategies for engaging the public

City Commission Meeting & Summary

The City Commission will vote on issuing up to $53 million in utility revenue bonds for 2024 and authorize negotiations for a cloud hosting and managed services contract for human resources and financial platforms. It will also accept the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee's 2023 report of recommendations and make an appointment to the Citizens Police Review Board. Several ceremonial proclamations and recognitions are scheduled.

• Approval of Resolution 23-R-40 authorizing up to $53,000,000 in consolidated utility system revenue bonds, Series 2024
• Authorization to negotiate a contract for human resources and financial platform cloud hosting and managed services
• Acceptance of the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee's 2023 Report of Recommendations
• Appointment to the Citizens Police Review Board

CRTPA Board Meeting

The CRTPA Board will vote on amending the FY2024-2028 Transportation Improvement Program to add $15 million in federal grant funding for the Sustainable Southside Transit Center in Leon County. The board will also consider amendments to the Regional Trails Project Priority List, including the Tallahassee to Havana Trail and additions of Southwood and Tram Road connectors. Several consent items include approving meeting minutes, the 2024 meeting calendar, and a Unified Planning Work Program amendment.

• $15M federal grant for Sustainable Southside Transit Center (Leon County)
• Amendment to Regional Trails PPL: Tallahassee to Havana Trail project limits, plus Southwood and Tram Road connectors
• Resolutions of support for SUN Trails applications: US 90 West Trail (Gadsden) and Tallahassee to Havana Trail
• Unified Planning Work Program amendment adding public engagement for Tallahassee to Havana Feasibility Study and Safe Streets for All North Monroe Street Implementation Plan
• Approval of 2024 CRTPA meeting calendar

Independent Ethics Board Meeting

This is a regular meeting of the Independent Ethics Board with procedural items and routine reports. The board will approve minutes, hear public comments, and review reports from the ethics office including a summary, budget, and issue tracking. A key item is an update on a whistleblower recommendation. The meeting concludes with setting the next meeting date.

• Approval of October 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Ethics office summary report (item 6A)
• Monthly budget report (item 6B)
• Monthly issue tracking report (item 6C)
• Update on whistleblower recommendation (item 8)

CRA Downtown District Redevelopment Commission Meeting & Summary

The Downtown District CRA Redevelopment Commission will consider a $134,000 grant to Landmark Hospitality LLC to renovate 228 S. Adams Street (former Andrew's Bar & Grill) into the Hayward House bistro. The commission will also elect a Chair and Vice Chair for FY 2024 and approve minutes from the August 8, 2023 meeting.

• Grant of $134,000 to Landmark Hospitality LLC for interior and exterior renovation of 228 S. Adams Street into the Hayward House bistro
• Election of Downtown Redevelopment Commission Chair and Vice Chair for FY 2024 (October 1, 2023 – September 30, 2024)
• Approval of draft summary minutes from the August 8, 2023 DRC meeting

The Commission recommended a funding request for renovations to the Haywood House Bistro at 228 S. Adams Street. The body also re-elected its leadership for the 2024 fiscal year and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Recommended $134,000 in funding to Landmark Hospitality, LLC for Haywood House Bistro improvements (Unanimous)
• Re-elected Kyle Phelps as Chair and Jeff Billingsly as Vice Chair for FY 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved August 8, 2023 Regular Meeting Summary Minutes (Unanimous)

City Commission Meeting & Summary

The City Commission will introduce multiple land use and zoning changes, including a comprehensive plan amendment for eight parcels at West Tennessee Street and Dewey Street, and amendments to the Ox Bottom Meadows and Southwood Planned Unit Developments. The commission will also hear the Independent Ethics Board's annual report and request for whistleblower authority. A consent item includes a contract for NERC compliance services up to $900,000.

• Amendment to City Attorney Employment Agreement added to agenda
• Introduction of Ordinance 23-O-37: comprehensive plan map amendment for eight parcels at West Tennessee and Dewey Streets (public hearing Dec 13)
• Introduction of Ordinance 23-Z-31: Ox Bottom Meadows PUD amendment at Ox Bottom and Thomasville Roads (public hearing Dec 13)
• Independent Ethics Board 2023 annual report and request to include whistleblower authority in charter amendment
• Consent item: award NERC compliance services contract to four firms, total not to exceed $900,000 over five years

Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a first and only public hearing on a proposed ordinance to amend the Optimum (formerly Quail Ridge) Planned Unit Development. The amendment would add 14.53 acres, incorporate two adjacent parcels from light industrial zoning, and allow a recreational vehicle sales facility. The commission will vote on whether to find the proposal consistent with the comprehensive plan and recommend adoption to the Leon County Commission.

• Proposed amendment to Optimum PUD on 14.53 acres east of Capital Circle SE, approximately 1,125 feet north of Gum Road
• Addition of light industrial uses including distribution, manufacturing, and welding to allow a recreational vehicle sales facility
• Applicant: 377 CCSW, LLC; agent: Holtzman Vogel, LLC
• Development Review Committee approved the application with conditions on October 18, 2023
• Commission will recommend adoption to the Board of County Commissioners if found consistent with the Comprehensive Plan

Blueprint Intergovernmental Meeting

The Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency Board will discuss a report on the requirement for independent market analyses for non-competitive economic development project proposals exceeding $100,000. The board may decide to maintain the $100,000 threshold or raise it to $275,000. The consent agenda also includes approval of minutes from September 21 and 26, 2023 meetings.

• Approval of minutes from September 21, 2023 Blueprint meeting and budget workshop and September 26, 2023 public hearing
• Evaluation of increasing the independent market analysis requirement threshold from $100,000 to $275,000 for Non-Competitive Economic Development Project Proposals
• The typical cost for such analyses from Florida State University's Center for Economic Forecasting and Analysis is approximately $1,500
• Recommended action is to accept the report and maintain the $100,000 threshold

Local Planning Agency

The Local Planning Agency will hold a public hearing on a proposed comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning for 3.96 acres at Tennessee and Dewey Streets. The applicant seeks to change the Future Land Use Map from University Transition to Central Core, allowing up to 150 dwelling units per acre. The agency will vote on whether to recommend adoption to the City Commission.

• Public hearing on amendment TMA2023012 for 3.96 acres at southeast corner of Tennessee Street and Dewey Street
• Proposed Future Land Use Map change from University Transition (UT) to Central Core (CC) – allows up to 150 dwelling units per acre
• Concurrent rezoning application for parcels in the expansion area from UT to CC, with applicant pursuing Urban Planned Unit Development (U-PUD)
• Approval of October 3, 2023 LPA meeting minutes (consent agenda)

CRA Greater Frenchtown/Southside Citizen's Advisory Committee Meeting & Summary

The Greater Frenchtown/Southside Citizen's Advisory Committee will meet to approve July 2023 meeting minutes, set 2024 meeting dates, and elect a Chair and Vice Chair for fiscal year 2024. Public comments are accepted in person or via video conference by prior registration.

• Approve summary minutes from the July 10, 2023 GFS CAC meeting
• Approve 2024 meeting dates: Feb 12, Apr 8, Jun 10, Sep 9, Nov 18 at Smith-Williams Service Center
• Elect a Chair and Vice Chair from membership for FY 2024 (Oct 1, 2023 – Sep 30, 2024)

The committee elected LaRoderick McQueen as Chair and Talethia Edwards as Vice Chair. The board also approved the July 10, 2023 meeting minutes and the 2024 meeting schedule. Staff provided updates on vacant CRA properties and the restoration of 2021 Holton Street.

• Elected LaRoderick McQueen as Chair (4-0)
• Elected Talethia Edwards as Vice Chair (4-0)
• Approved July 10, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved 2024 GFS CAC meeting dates (4-0)

City Commission Meeting & Summary

The commission will consider consent agenda items including a $1.5 million contract for high-voltage circuit breakers for electric substations, a $597,100 contract for pool chemicals, and a resolution requesting easements for sewer infrastructure. The meeting also includes proclamations for Domestic Violence Awareness, National Retirement Security, and Arts and Humanities months.

• Approve award of $1,500,000 contract for 121kV & 242kV circuit breakers to Stuart C Irby for substation maintenance
• Approve award of $597,100 five-year contract for sodium hypochlorite (liquid chlorine) for six city pools
• Approve Resolution 23-R-14 requesting easements from the State of Florida for sanitary sewer infrastructure between Woodward Avenue and Stadium Drive
• Presentations of proclamations for Domestic Violence Awareness Month, National Retirement Security Month, and Arts and Humanities Month

Independent Ethics Board Meeting

The Independent Ethics Board will hold a largely procedural meeting with office reports and a discussion on whistleblower complaints. Items include approval of September minutes, public comments, and a general update. No rezonings, contracts, or fee changes are on the agenda.

• Approval of September 19, 2023 minutes
• Office reports: summary, budget, and monthly issue tracking
• Discussion of whistleblower complaints
• Public comments on agenda and non-agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for November 21, 2023

CRA Board Meeting & Summary

The CRA Board will decide whether to approve $3,391,019 in funding allocations for continued implementation of the Frenchtown Neighborhood First Plan, covering housing, economic development, land use and transportation, and placemaking. The board will also consider approving the summary minutes from its August 24, 2023 meeting. The funding includes $1,376,019 reallocated from de-obligated social programs due to state statute changes and $2,015,000 in new funds.

• Approval of $3,391,019 in CRA funding for Frenchtown Neighborhood First Plan projects: Housing $1.2M, Economic Development $1.5M, Land Use & Transportation $600K, Placemaking $91,019
• $1.3M allocated within economic development for property acquisition and rehabilitation; $300K for a new business façade and repair program
• De-obligation of $1,376,019 previously allocated to social programs (microenterprise, opportunity zone fund, etc.) due to state statute limits on CRA eligible expenses
• Approval of summary minutes from the August 24, 2023 CRA Board meeting

The CRA Board approved funding allocations for the Frenchtown Neighborhood First Plan and granted a project extension for the 4Forty North Development. The board also approved the meeting minutes from August 24, 2023.

• Approved $3,391,019.00 for Frenchtown Neighborhood First Plan funding allocations (Unanimous)
• Approved extension of 4Forty North Development completion date from December 31, 2023, to June 30, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved August 24, 2023, CRA Board Meeting Summary Minutes (Unanimous)

City Commission Meeting & Summary

The City Commission will consider approving revisions to two investment policies—Non-Pension and Pension—to comply with new Florida legislation requiring investment decisions to be based solely on pecuniary factors. The agenda also includes a first reading of a pension ordinance amendment and a presentation on the Worlds of Work Career Expo. Several proclamations will be presented for Paralegal Week, Women Business Enterprise of the Year, Minority Business Enterprise of the Year, and Economic Development Champion of the Year. The meeting will open with routine items (call to order, invocation, pledge) and a modification item deletes a fleet management policy update.

• Revisions to Commission Policy 234 (Non-Pension Investment Policy) to comply with Florida Statute 112.662
• Revisions to Commission Policy 236 (Pension Investment Policy) to comply with Florida Statute 112.662
• Introduction of Pension Ordinance No. 23-O-24, with first and only public hearing set for October 25, 2023
• Presentation of proclamations for Paralegal Week and 2023 Minority/Women Business Enterprise of the Year
• Presentation on the Worlds of Work Career Expo by the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce

Local Planning Agency

The Local Planning Agency will approve minutes from a previous meeting and hold a public hearing on a proposed land-use change for a student housing development. The agency will also receive a status report on the Comprehensive Plan update.

• Approval of February 7, 2023 Local Planning Agency minutes
• Public hearing on amendment TMA2023012 for Up Campus Student Living, LLC
• Status report on the Comprehensive Plan Land Use and Mobility Elements update
• Consultant Halff Associates, Inc. to review project status
• Public launch of CompPlanTLC.com project website

Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on an amendment to the Harmony Oaks Planned Unit Development (PUD) concept plan. The proposal would adjust land use boundaries and reduce development standards for the 17.47-acre site at Crawfordville Highway and Whittaker Road.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 23-Z-29 for Harmony Oaks PUD amendment
• Approval of September 5, 2023 Planning Commission meeting minutes
• Public comment on unagendued items
• Held at 435 North Macomb Street, Tallahassee, Florida
• Written comments accepted until 9 p.m. on Monday, October 2

City Commission Meeting & Summary

The Tallahassee City Commission will review the 2024 meeting schedule and consider two consent items related to Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) maintenance agreements. One item supports a grant application for landscaped medians on North Monroe, which would require an estimated $12,100 in annual city maintenance costs if awarded. The other authorizes a one-year contract for rights-of-way maintenance and annual plantings along Apalachee Parkway, with $610,616 in FDOT reimbursement. The meeting also includes a presentation recognizing the city’s Housing Division for a statewide affordable housing award.

• Approval of the 2024 City Commission meeting schedule (16 regular meetings, 3 workshops, 5 budget discussions)
• Resolution No. 23-R-32 supporting an FDOT Beautification Grant for landscaped medians on North Monroe between John Knox Road and Allen Road
• One-year FDOT maintenance agreement for Apalachee Parkway with $610,616 in state reimbursement
• Estimated $12,100 annual maintenance cost for North Monroe medians if the grant is awarded
• Presentation of the Florida Housing Coalition’s SHIP Award to the City’s Housing Division

Blueprint Intergovernmental Public Hearing Meeting

The Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency Board will hold the second and final public hearing to adopt the FY2024 operating budget and the FY2024-2028 Capital Improvement Program. The board will consider three options: adopt the operating budget, adopt the capital budget, or direct transfers to Leon County and the City of Tallahassee for project allocations. Key proposals include $304 million for infrastructure projects over five years, $17.7 million for the Office of Economic Vitality, and funding adjustments such as reducing Airport Gateway to $82 million and Northeast Park to $12 million.

• Second and final public hearing on FY2024 operating budget and FY2024-2028 capital improvement program
• Proposed $304 million for Blueprint Infrastructure and $17.7 million for Office of Economic Vitality over five years
• Reduce Airport Gateway funding to $82 million and Northeast Park to $12 million
• Allocate $2 million from FY2022 surplus to Northeast Park and $1,326,887 to Airport Gateway
• Reallocate $11,349,508 among projects including Lake Lafayette Trail, Market District Placemaking, and Capital Circle Southwest Right of Way

Blueprint Intergovernmental Budget Workshop and Regular Meeting

The Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency Board will hold a budget workshop to finalize the FY2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan. Directors still need to act on three budget recommendations: reallocating $11.35 million from completed right-of-way and trail projects, adopting the five-year infrastructure capital program totaling $308.31 million, and approving the long-term funding plan through 2040. The board previously approved operating budgets, fund transfers, and a $12 million budget for Northeast Park.

• Reallocate $7,949,508 from Capital Circle Southwest Right of Way to NE Gateway Phase 1
• Reallocate $3,400,000 from Lake Lafayette & St. Marks Regional Linear Park to Market District Placemaking
• Adopt FY2024-2028 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Program with $308.31 million in project allocations
• Status updates on Airport Gateway (evaluation of Segments C/D) and North Monroe Gateway (project expansion process)
• Review of affordable housing opportunities within Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency

CRTPA Board Meeting

The CRTPA Board is reviewing several items including proposed bylaw changes, financial statements, and contract extensions. The meeting includes discussions on funding for a sidewalk in Gadsden County and a boardwalk replacement in Wakulla County.

• $627,615 for a five-foot wide sidewalk on CR 268/Adams St. in Gadsden County
• $1,576,883 for the replacement of the boardwalk around Plum Orchard Pond Trail in Wakulla County
• Bylaw changes to increase Executive Director expenditure authority to $25,000
• Extension of legal contract with Williams Law Group, P.A.
• SR 267 Shared-Use Trail Feasibility Study presentation

Independent Ethics Board Meeting

The Independent Ethics Board meets for regular business including approving August minutes, receiving office and budget reports, and discussing lobbying registrations. The board will also discuss whistleblower complaints, an advisory opinion, and review prior recommendations to the City Commission. Key action items include approval of a three-year strategic plan and a draft 2023 annual report, as well as an annual evaluation of the Ethics Officer.

• Approval of a Three Year Strategic Plan
• Discussion of Whistleblower Complaints
• Discussion of Lobbying Registrations
• Review of Prior Recommendations to the City Commission
• Annual Evaluation of the Ethics Officer

City Commission Meeting & Summary

The City Commission, convening as the Pension Plan Board of Trustees, will consider approving a five-year contract for actuarial consulting services with Gabriel, Roeder, Smith and Company. The commission will also vote on two-year contracts for concrete materials with three suppliers. Several ceremonial proclamations are scheduled.

• Pension Board to approve evaluation committee ranking and authorize contract with Gabriel, Roeder, Smith for actuarial services (RFP-066-23-FS), initial 5-year term starting October 1, 2023
• Award of two-year contracts for concrete materials to Anytime Concrete, Bayou Concrete, and Smyrna Ready Mix (IFB 062-23-RM), estimated cost $249,375 per year
• Proclamation of National Recovery Month, accepted by Joshua White of Oxford House
• Proclamation of National Suicide Prevention Month, accepted by 2-1-1 Big Bend representatives
• Proclamation of National Good Neighbor Day, accepted by Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood Affairs staff

Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a first and only public hearing on Ordinance 23-Z-27 to rezone 5.02 acres at 1545 Raymond Diehl Road and 3343 Thomasville Road from Office Residential (OR-3) and General Commercial (C-2) to Commercial Parkway (CP). The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the August 1, 2023 meeting. Public comment may be given in person or submitted online.

• First and only public hearing on Ordinance 23-Z-27 to rezone two parcels (1545 Raymond Diehl Road and 3343 Thomasville Road) from OR-3 and C-2 to Commercial Parkway (CP)
• Rezoning aims to provide uniform zoning and remove remnants of obsolete Limited Use Site Plans (LUSPs)
• Approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from August 1, 2023
• Public comment accepted in person or via email until 9 p.m. on September 4, 2023

Blueprint Intergovernmental Budget Workshop and Regular Meeting

The Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency holds a budget workshop on the FY2024 proposed operating budget and five-year capital plan, followed by a regular meeting. The board will discuss approving a design and budget for Northeast Park, with three options costing $10M, $12M, or $18M, and authorize advertising and awarding construction services. The budget workshop includes recommendations to reallocate $11.3M in FY2023 funds and allocate $2M from a surplus to Northeast Park, among other actions.

• Reallocate $11,349,508 in FY2023 budget per Proposed FY2024-2028 Infrastructure CIP
• Allocate $2,000,000 from FY2022 surplus to Northeast Park and $1,326,887 to Airport Gateway
• Approve FY2024-2028 Infrastructure and OEV Capital Improvement Programs
• Allocate $870,749 from FY2022 surplus to Future Opportunity Leveraging Fund
• Consider three Northeast Park concepts: $18M (4 fields), $12M (2 fields), $10M (1 field)

CRA Board Meeting & Summary (5:00 Public Hearing)

The CRA Board will hold a public hearing at 5:00 PM to consider adopting the proposed FY 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets, totaling $19,041,790 across the Greater Frenchtown/Southside ($6,407,597) and Downtown ($12,634,193) districts. Prior to that, the board will also vote on consent items including meeting minutes, 2024 meeting dates, and the FY 2022 audited financial statements. Several presentations and committee updates are scheduled.

• Adoption of FY 2024 CRA Operating and Capital Budget – GFS District $6,407,597, Downtown District $12,634,193
• Approval of June 13, 2023 CRA Board meeting summary minutes
• Acceptance of FY 2022 CRA Audited Financial Statements with an unmodified opinion
• Approval of 2024 CRA Board meeting dates: Jan 25, Mar 28, May 23, Aug 22, Oct 24
• Presentations: recognition of Diane Williams-Cox, committee updates from Greater Frenchtown/Southside and Downtown

The CRA Board approved the 2024 meeting schedule and accepted the FY 2022 audited financial statements. The board also received updates on Neighborhood 1st Plan funding and reports from the Downtown and Greater Frenchtown/Southside advisory committees. A public hearing was held regarding the proposed FY 2024 Operating and Capital budgets.

• Approved June 13, 2023, meeting summary minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved 2024 CRA Board meeting dates (Unanimous)
• Accepted FY 2022 City of Tallahassee CRA Audit Report (Unanimous)
• Approved virtual participation for Board Member Jack Porter (Unanimous)

City Commission Meeting & Summary

The City Commission will meet on August 23, 2023, to discuss and vote on a consent agenda that includes multiple items pulled for separate consideration. Notable items include revisions to the Citizens Police Review Board policies, applications for state and federal grants, approval of subdivision plats, and authorization to market a surplus parcel. The meeting also includes acceptance of FAA airport grants and an FDOT grant for airport security improvements.

• Revisions to Citizens Police Review Board policies and procedures
• Authorization to apply for the 2023 Resilient Florida Grant for Blueprint Capital Cascades Trail Segment 4
• Marketing a 0.78-acre portion of North Bicycle Boulevard surplus parcel for sale
• Approval of subdivision plats: Hammock at Oak Grove Phase 2, Canopy Unit 3 Phase 3, Canopy Unit 4 Phase 3
• Acceptance of $450,000 FDOT grant for security improvements at Tallahassee International Airport

Independent Ethics Board Meeting

The Independent Ethics Board will discuss annual training, review the 2022 City Commission ethics workshop, and vote on a request for an Attorney General's opinion on whistleblower complaints. The board also plans to conduct an annual evaluation of the Ethics Officer and hear public comments.

• Ethics Board Annual Training Part One (discussion)
• Review of City Commission Ethics Workshop in 2022 (discussion)
• Request for Attorney General's Opinion on Whistleblower Complaints (information item)
• Annual Evaluation of Ethics Officer (discussion)
• Approval of minutes from June 20, 2023

CRA Downtown District Redevelopment Commission Meeting & Summary

The Downtown District Redevelopment Commission will review and consider recommending approval of the draft FY 2024 Downtown CRA budget, which projects $12.8 million in revenues, including a $2.33 million tax increment (a 23% decrease from the prior year). The commission will also vote on consent items: approving the May 9, 2023 meeting minutes and setting 2024 meeting dates (quarterly). The budget includes $8.46 million in contractual commitments and leaves an uncommitted balance of $3.77 million.

• Review of FY 2024 Draft DT CRA Operating and Capital Budget (proposed revenues $12,767,722)
• Approval of May 9, 2023, Downtown Redevelopment Commission meeting minutes
• Approval of 2024 DRC meeting dates (Feb 6, May 7, Aug 6, Nov 12)
• Proposed FY 2024 tax increment of $2,328,523 reflects 23% decrease due to county TIF contribution change
• Global City Development workforce housing project loan of $7 million authorized by CRA Board in April 2023

The Commission approved the proposed FY 2024 Downtown CRA Operating and Capital budget, which includes the elimination of event funding. The body also approved the May 2023 meeting minutes and the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Approved proposed FY 2024 Downtown CRA Operating and Capital budget (unanimous)
• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 DRC meeting dates (unanimous)

Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold the first and only public hearing on a proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 10 of the Leon County Land Development Regulations, specifically Section 10-7.502 on general layout and design standards. They will also consider approving the minutes from the July 12, 2023 meeting. No fiscal impact is noted.

• First and only public hearing on proposed ordinance amending Leon County Land Development Regulations Section 10-7.502 (General Layout and Design Standards)
• Approval of July 12, 2023 Planning Commission meeting minutes

Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed rezoning of 2.53 acres at 3333 Thomasville Road from Office Residential (OR-3) to Commercial Parkway (CP) to resolve a legal non-conformity on building height. Staff recommends expanding the application to include two adjacent parcels. The Commission will also consider approving the minutes from the May 2, 2023 meeting.

• First and only public hearing on Ordinance 23-Z-21 to rezone 3333 Thomasville Road from OR-3 to CP
• Staff recommends adding two adjacent parcels (tax IDs 11-08-20-441-0000 and 11-08-20-453-0000) to the rezoning
• Rezoning addresses legal non-conformity of the 4-story height of the existing Hilton Garden Inn
• Consent agenda includes approval of Planning Commission minutes from May 2, 2023
• Public comment accepted in-person or via email until 9 p.m. on July 11

CRA Greater Frenchtown/Southside Citizen's Advisory Committee Meeting & Summary

The Greater Frenchtown/Southside Citizens Advisory Committee will consider recommending approval of the draft FY 2024 district budget, with projected tax increment of $5.9 million and total revenues of $6.27 million. They will also review a pre-application for 'The Station at Seaboard,' a 23-unit affordable housing development at Seaboard Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. Additionally, the committee will approve meeting minutes from May 8, 2023.

• Recommend approval of FY 2024 GFS District budget ($6,273,530 total projected revenues, $5,901,683 tax increment)
• Review pre-application for 'The Station at Seaboard' – 23 affordable housing units at Seaboard Street and MLK Jr. Boulevard
• Approve summary minutes from the May 8, 2023 CRA GFS CAC meeting
• CRA eliminated funding for Promotional and Special Events and Large Event Programs, reallocating $135,000 to uncommitted funds
• Committee hears about $1 million CRA Board commitment to Tallahassee Housing Authority for Phase III of Orange Avenue Apartments (90-unit senior affordable housing)

The committee approved the FY24 Operating and Capital Budget with a specific amendment to move funds previously intended for events into affordable housing. Members also reviewed a pre-application for an affordable housing development called The Station at Seaboard.

• Approved May 8, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved FY24 Operating and Capital Budget with $125,000 reallocated from events to affordable housing (6-0)

Independent Ethics Board Meeting

The Independent Ethics Board will consider a recommendation concerning whistleblower protection, discuss management retribution and retaliation, and receive updates on the campaign contribution refund program and three-year strategic plan. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Approval of minutes from May 16, 2023
• Recommendation concerning whistleblower protection
• Discussion on management retribution and retaliation
• Promotion of the Campaign Contribution Refund Program 2024
• Review of the three-year strategic plan

CRTPA Board Meeting

The Capital Region Transportation Planning Agency (CRTPA) Board will consider adopting the FY 2024–FY 2028 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) by Resolution 2023-06-6A, approving the CRTPA Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Safety Action Plan, and adopting FY 2025–FY 2029 Project Priority Lists for regional mobility, bicycle/pedestrian, trails, safety, ITS, airport, transit, and urban allocations. The board will also discuss adding roadways to Florida's Strategic Intermodal System (SIS). Consent items include approval of May 22, 2023, meeting minutes and the FDOT 2022 Joint Certification of the CRTPA.

• Adoption of FY 2024–FY 2028 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) by Resolution 2023-06-6A
• Approval of CRTPA Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Safety Action Plan
• Adoption of FY 2025–FY 2029 Project Priority Lists covering 8 categories (roadways, bike/ped, trails, TSM, ITS, airport, transit, urban allocations)
• Resolution recommending addition of roadways to the Strategic Intermodal System (SIS) in the CRTPA region
• Approval of FDOT 2022 Joint Certification of the CRTPA (consent item)

RESCHEDULED TO 8/24/23- Blueprint Intergovernmental Meeting

This June 15, 2023 meeting of the Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency has been rescheduled to August 24, 2023. The agenda included a workshop on the FY2024 proposed operating budget and five-year capital improvement plan, and a discussion of Northeast Park design options and budget authorization.

• Budget workshop on FY2024 proposed operating budget and five-year capital improvement plan (continued from May 11, 2023)
• Northeast Park concept options: Concept 1 ($18M), Concept 2 ($12M), Concept 3 ($10M) for approval and authorization to advertise construction
• Reallocation of $11,349,508 in FY2023 budget and allocation of $2,000,000 to Northeast Park and $1,326,887 to Airport Gateway from FY2022 surplus

City Commission Workshop & Summary

The City Commission will discuss and consider approval of the proposed FY24 balanced budget totaling $1,074,017,546, which includes a tentative millage rate of 4.5000 mills. The budget also features a $9.5 million increase to the Tallahassee Police Department, a $16/hour minimum wage for city employees, and $7.8 million for public safety initiatives. Commissioners will accept the FY23 third quarter update and affirm the budget hearing process.

• Approve tentative FY24 millage rate of 4.5000 mills
• Proposed FY24 budget of $1,074,017,546
• $9.5 million increase to Tallahassee Police Department budget (14% increase)
• $16 per hour minimum wage for all full-time and OPS employees
• $7.8 million for wrap-around public safety initiatives (TEMPO, TFLA, TEAM, etc.)

City Commission Meeting & Summary

The City Commission will vote on consent items including a two-year $138,315/year landscape maintenance agreement with Leon County for Capital Circle and a $390,000 energy commodities brokerage contract. The commission also modified the agenda to delete an Independent Ethics Board Ordinance Recommendation and add a grant application for natural gas pipeline safety. Presentations include proclamations for Pride Month and local sports teams, and a recognition of TPD Officer Henni Hamby for a community policing award.

• Consent item: Authorize two-year landscape maintenance interlocal agreement with Leon County for Capital Circle Northwest and Southeast at $138,315/year
• Consent item: Approve award for energy commodities brokerage services to StoneX Financial Inc. for $390,000
• Agenda modification: Delete item 12.01 - Independent Ethics Board Ordinance Recommendation
• Agenda modification: Add item 12.08 - approval to apply for FY2023 PHMSA Natural Gas Distribution Infrastructure Safety Modernization Grant
• Presentation: Recognition of TPD Officer Henni Hamby for Attorney General's Award for Distinguished Service in Community Policing

CRA Board Meeting & Summary

The CRA Board will vote on a $1 million funding commitment for Phase III of the Orange Avenue Apartments redevelopment, a 90-unit senior housing project. The board will also consider agenda modifications, including deleting the Heir Property Program item and adding a Promotional and Special Event Funding item. Additionally, the board will approve the April 25, 2023 meeting minutes and receive updates from the GFS and DRC committees.

• Orange Avenue Apartments Phase III funding commitment of $1 million
• Deletion of Heir Property Program from agenda (item 7.01)
• Addition of Promotional and Special Event Funding (item 9.02)
• Approval of April 25, 2023 CRA Board meeting minutes

The CRA Board approved a $1 million funding commitment for Phase III of the Orange Avenue Apartments Redevelopment Project. The board also accepted the draft FY 2024 operating and capital budget and moved to eliminate funding for promotional and special events for the 2024 fiscal year.

• Approved $1 million funding commitment for Phase III (Senior Housing) of the Orange Avenue Apartments Redevelopment Project (Unanimous)
• Approved April 25, 2023, CRA Board Meeting summary minutes (Unanimous)
• Accepted the Draft FY 2024 GFS and DT Budget Update (Unanimous)
• Eliminated funding for promotional and special events for both CRA districts for Fiscal Year 2024

City Commission Workshop & Summary

The City Commission is holding a workshop to discuss the Fiscal Year 2024 budget plan. Staff present updated projections showing a General Fund deficit of $8.7 million and recommend a $9.5 million increase for the Tallahassee Police Department to address violent crime. The commission will consider accepting the update and confirming direction for budget development.

• General Fund deficit projected at $8.7 million, down $800,000 from April estimate
• Proposed $9.5 million increase for Tallahassee Police Department for 20 new officers, wages, technology
• Taxable property value growth revised to 6.75% from 6%
• Leon County EMS Municipal Service Taxing Unit increase of 0.25 mills
• 5% general government employee raise and 7% healthcare cost increase assumed

CRTPA Board Meeting

The CRTPA Board will consider adopting amendments to the FY 2023-2027 Transportation Improvement Program, adding or updating projects including resurfacing, bridge replacement, intersection improvements, and a multi-use trail study. The consent agenda includes adoption of performance measures for roads and transit, and a UPWP amendment for a trail feasibility study and telecommute study. An update on the Thomasville Road Multi-Use Path design and a FDOT report on US 90 are also on the agenda.

• Amendment to TIP with projects: SR 261 resurfacing ($6.3M), Miccosukee Road bridge replacement ($2.7M), Monroe Street right-of-way ($325.1K), Blair Stone Rd intersection ($433K), US 90 multi-use trail P D & E ($1.52M)
• Adoption of FDOT performance measures for pavement/bridge conditions (PM2), system/freight (PM3), and StarMetro transit asset management
• UPWP amendment adding public engagement for SR 267 Bloxham Cutoff Trail feasibility study and finalizing telecommute study details
• Thomasville Road Multi-Use Path design update: 60% plans completed, public meeting scheduled for June 27
• Consent agenda approval of April 18, 2023 meeting minutes

Independent Ethics Board Meeting

The Independent Ethics Board is meeting to handle routine procedural business, including approval of minutes, receiving office reports, and discussion of a board logo. The main action item is adopting the annual ethics training course for 2023.

• Approval of minutes from April 18, 2023
• Office report including summary, monthly budget, and issue tracking
• Discussion of a Tallahassee Independent Ethics Board logo
• Adoption of the annual ethics training course for 2023
• Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items

Blueprint Intergovernmental Workshop

The Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency Board is holding a workshop to consider the proposed FY2024 operating budget and FY2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan. The balanced budget incorporates updated sales tax revenue projections, increased project costs due to inflation, and a financing plan including SIB loans and bonds. The board will direct staff on budget recommendations.

• Proposed five-year CIP includes $308.31 million for 32 community projects across Leon County.
• Sales tax revenue projection provides approximately $115.47 million more over the remaining life of the Blueprint 2020 sales tax.
• Full funding for nine projects: Capital Cascades Trail Segment 4, Capital Circle Southwest, Northeast Connector: Bannerman Road, Northeast Gateway: Welaunee Boulevard, North Monroe Gateway, Market District Placemaking, Monroe-Adams Placemaking, Fairgrounds Improvements, and Northeast Park.
• $142 million in financing proposed for FY2024: $85 million in State Infrastructure Bank loans and up to $57 million in bonds.
• Project cost savings: Lake Lafayette & St. Marks Regional Linear Park remaining $3.4 million reallocated to Market District Park; North Monroe Gateway reduced to $4.45 million and accelerated to FY2026.

Blueprint Intergovernmental Meeting

The Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency Board will consider authorizing construction services for the Market District Placemaking Project, a $16.7 million package that includes a park, roundabout, streetscaping, and pedestrian safety improvements. The board will also accept the FY2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, which shows a $3.3 million surplus in the infrastructure operating fund and a $0.87 million surplus in the Office of Economic Vitality fund, and ratify actions from the same day's budget workshop, including an additional $3.4 million allocation to the Market District.

• Authorization to advertise and award construction services for Market District Placemaking Project ($16.7 million total: park $10.2M, pedestrian/streetscaping $4.7M)
• Acceptance of Fiscal Year 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report with unmodified audit opinion and $3.3M infrastructure operating fund surplus
• Ratification of FY2024 Budget Workshop actions, including $3.4 million allocation to Market District in FY2023
• Approval of March 9, 2023 Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency Board meeting minutes
• Authorization to enter into a Joint Project Agreement with City of Tallahassee and adjacent property owners for parking to support Market District Park

City Commission Meeting & Summary

The City Commission will consider approving a $509,129 lifecycle replacement of the Parking Access and Revenue Control System (PARCS) at Tallahassee International Airport. They will also accept the FY2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, which received an unmodified audit opinion. Several proclamations are scheduled, including National Gun Violence Awareness Day and Bike Month.

• $509,129 PARCS replacement at Tallahassee International Airport via FlashParking, Inc.
• Acceptance of FY2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report with unmodified audit opinion
• Presentation of proclamation for National Gun Violence Awareness Day (June 2, 2023)
• Presentation of proclamation for Bike Month (May 2023)
• Recognition of City support for Boy Scouts of America Suwannee River Area Council

CRA Downtown District Redevelopment Commission Meeting & Summary

The Downtown District Redevelopment Commission will review the proposed FY 2024 budget for the Downtown Community Redevelopment Area, which includes projected tax increment revenue of $1,621,935 and total revenues of $11,777,140. The commission will also consider a potential millage rate increase that would boost district revenue by $494,736. Additionally, they will vote on approving the minutes from the February 14, 2023 meeting.

• Review of proposed FY 2024 DT CRA budget with $11,777,140 in total revenues and $1,621,935 in tax increment
• Potential millage rate increase from 4.1 to 4.72 mils, adding $494,736 to district revenue
• Approval of February 14, 2023 regular meeting summary minutes
• Discussion of FY 2023 budget amendments: $64,652 grant to Short Hike LLC for water supply lines, $100,000 to LeMoyne Art Foundation, and $150,000 TDIA business event grants
• Reference to $7 million loan authorized for Global City Workforce Housing project

The Commission unanimously approved the updated proposed FY 2024 Downtown Community Redevelopment Area operating and capital budget. Staff noted that the final budget will be adopted in June based on preliminary numbers from the Property Appraiser.

• Approved February 14, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved updated FY 2024 DT budget (unanimous)

Greater Frenchtown/Southside CRA Citizen's Advisory Committee Meeting & Summary

The Greater Frenchtown/Southside CRA Citizen's Advisory Committee will consider recommending $250,000 in funding for an Heir Property Program to help landowners clear legal title. They will also review the proposed FY 2024 operating and capital budget for the district and receive a status update on the Orange Avenue Apartments project. The committee will vote on approving meeting minutes from January and March 2023.

• Heir Property Program funding of $250,000 ($125,000 in FY 2023 and $125,000 in FY 2024) to assist landowners in obtaining clear title
• Review of proposed FY 2024 GFS CRA budget with projected tax increment revenue of $5,055,238
• Status update on Tallahassee Housing Authority Orange Avenue Apartments Phase I and II project
• Approval of summary minutes from January 9, 2023 and March 13, 2023 meetings
• Proposed allocations including $500,000 for affordable housing and $500,000 for Providence Neighborhood First Plan

The committee recommended a $1 million funding commitment for senior housing at the Orange Avenue Apartments redevelopment. Members also recommended funding for a new heir property program and accepted the proposed FY 2024 budget update.

• Recommended $1 million funding commitment for Orange Avenue Apartments Phase III (Unanimous)
• Recommended $250,000 in funding for Heir Property program ($125,000 in FY 2023 and $125,000 in FY 2024) (Unanimous)
• Accepted proposed FY 2024 GFS Budget Update (Unanimous)
• Approved summary meeting minutes from January 9, 2023, and March 13, 2023 (Unanimous)

Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a recommendation for Ordinance No. 23-Z-04, which would rezone 893.47 acres from Critical Planning Area to Welaunee Heel Planned Unit Development. The project proposes up to 2,107 dwelling units and 1,143,472 sq ft of non-residential uses. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 23-Z-04: rezone 893.47 acres north of Mahan Drive and south of Miccosukee Road to Welaunee Heel PUD (up to 2,107 dwelling units, 1,143,472 sq ft non-residential)
• Consent item: approval of April 4, 2023 Planning Commission meeting minutes
• 263 property owner notifications mailed; multiple public comments received

City Commission Workshop & Summary

The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss an update on the Tallahassee-Leon County Council on the Status of Men and Boys and a fiscal year 2024 budget plan. The budget update includes a $240,798 amendment for the Aviation Fund and recommends a $9.5 million increase for the Tallahassee Police Department, plus $5.3 million for housing. The commission may vote to accept the FY23 second-quarter update and confirm direction for the FY24 budget.

• FY23 2nd Quarter Budget Update and FY24 Budget Plan (action item with recommended approval)
• $9.5 million increase for TPD: 20 new officers, wage improvements, and technology
• $5.3 million for housing (25% increase over prior years)
• $240,798 budget amendment for the Aviation Fund
• Discussion on the Council on the Status of Men and Boys with Sheriff's Office

City Commission Meeting & Summary

The City Commission is meeting to consider consent items including a $1,750,000 single-source contract to replace 10,000 aging electric meters. Also on the agenda are proclamations for Earth Month and Safe Digging Month, an announcement about a proposed Brownfield Area for the Airport Gateway Corridor with public hearings, and approval of a resolution to extend a FDOT grant for cargo apron expansion at Tallahassee International Airport. One item regarding a $12,000 donation was deleted from the agenda.

• Approve $1,750,000 single source award to WESCO (Honeywell Distributor) for replacement of 10,000 Honeywell Rex2V1 electric meters
• Approve Resolution 23-R-07 to extend FDOT Public Transportation Grant Agreement for Cargo Apron Expansion at Tallahassee International Airport
• Presentation of proclamations recognizing April as Earth Month and Safe Digging Month
• Announcement of proposed Brownfield Area designation for Airport Gateway Corridor (Lake Bradford Road and Springhill Road) with public meeting May 25 and hearings June 14 and August 23

CRA Board Meeting & Summary

The CRA Board will receive an update on the Greater Bond Neighborhood First Plan, including completed and ongoing projects, and consider adopting funding recommendations for the remaining $2.13 million of the $6.4 million CRA allocation. The board will also hear an update from the GFS CAC chair. No other action items are listed on the agenda.

• Adoption of funding recommendations for remaining $2.13M of $6.4M CRA allocation for Greater Bond Neighborhood First Plan
• Update on Greater Bond projects: Linear Park ($650K), Speed-Spencer-Stephens Park ($30K), Streetscaping on Robert & Trudie Perkins Way ($275K) and Saxon Street ($1.2M)
• Greater Bond Residential Façade Improvement Grant Program ($2,000,960) – 37 of 100 homes completed
• GFS CAC update by chair Walter McDonald III
• Neighborhood art projects including mural, art garden, and Capital City Crosswalks grant ($25,000)

The CRA Board approved a $7 million loan for a 300-unit workforce housing complex at 309 W. Tennessee St. The Board also approved a $50,000 facility improvement grant for 915 Railroad Avenue and a $50,000 disbursement modification for Earley’s Kitchen.

• Approved $7M loan for 300-unit workforce housing at 309 W. Tennessee St. (Unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 BFIP grant for facade and site improvements at 915 Railroad Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved disbursement of $50,000 from a previously approved grant to Simply Soul Food, Inc. (dba Earley’s Kitchen) (Unanimous)
• Approved February 23, 2023, meeting summary minutes (Unanimous)

Independent Ethics Board Meeting

The Independent Ethics Board will consider recommendations on whistleblower protections and discuss potential penalties for frivolous complaints. The board will also approve minutes from the March 21 meeting and receive office reports on ethics issues and budget. Public comments on agenda and non-agenda items are scheduled.

• Whistle Blower Protections Recommendation (Item 8)
• Discussion on Penalties for Frivolous Complaints (Item 9)
• Approval of minutes from March 21, 2023 meeting
• Office report including summary, budget, and issue tracking (Item 6)
• Next meeting scheduled for May 16, 2023 at 4 PM in Tallahassee Room

CRTPA Board Meeting

The CRTPA Board will consider consent items including adoption of a five-year Transportation Alternatives project priority list, a $1,075,508 budget amendment to add federal funding and new tasks, and appointment of Christi Hale to the Citizens Multimodal Advisory Committee. Action items include a presentation on the FDOT Rail System Plan, an update on a feasibility study for a trail connecting Wakulla Springs State Park and St. Marks Trail, and discussion of draft FY2025-2029 project priority lists. No items have been pulled from the consent agenda for separate discussion.

• Consent item 4B: Adoption of the FY2025-2029 Transportation Alternatives Project Priority List
• Consent item 4C: Amendment to add $1,075,508 in federal funding and tasks 5.22, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7 to the Unified Planning Work Program
• Consent item 4D: Appointment of Christi Hale to the Citizens Multimodal Advisory Committee
• Action item 6B: SR 267/Bloxham Cutoff Trail Feasibility Study update (connecting Wakulla Springs State Park and St. Marks Trail)
• Action item 6C: Discussion of draft FY2025-2029 Project Priority Lists (public hearing scheduled for June)

Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a first-and-only public hearing on a request to rezone a .40-acre parcel on the west side of Old Bainbridge Road from Light Industrial (M-1) to Medium Density Residential (MR-1). The applicant intends to develop affordable housing. The Commission will vote on whether to recommend adoption of the ordinance to the City Commission.

• First and only public hearing on Ordinance 23-Z-18 to rezone 0.40 acres from M-1 (Light Industrial) to MR-1 (Medium Density Residential) on Old Bainbridge Road, south of Commercial Park Drive
• Applicant Hermanas, Inc. seeks downzone to develop affordable housing on the site
• Planning staff recommend finding the rezoning consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and recommending City Commission adoption
• No public responses received as of the agenda date
• Consent agenda includes approval of January 10, 2023 meeting minutes

City Commission Meeting & Summary

The City Commission will consider three consent agenda items: approval of a street sweeping interlocal agreement with Leon County, acceptance of a $572,052 Resilient Florida grant for the Orange/Meridian Placemaking Project, and authorization of a $180,000 federal transit grant. No other substantive items are listed; the remainder of the agenda is procedural.

• Authorize a three-year street sweeping agreement with Leon County at $87,249.49 per year, with a two-year renewal option
• Accept $572,052 from FDEP Resilient Florida Grant for design, permitting, and land acquisition at the Orange/Meridian Placemaking Project East Drainage Ditch
• Approve FY24 Section 5311 Additional Funding FTA grant of $180,000 (50% local match) and adopt Resolution No. 23-R-06

Independent Ethics Board Meeting

The Independent Ethics Board is meeting to consider Advisory Opinion 2023-01, approve minutes from previous meetings, and receive office reports including a monthly budget and issue tracking. The meeting includes public comment periods and member discussion on future agenda items.

• Advisory Opinion 2023-01 under consideration
• Approval of minutes from February 21, 2023
• Office reports: Summary Report, Monthly Budget Report, Monthly Issue Report
• Next meeting scheduled for April 18, 2023 at 4 PM
• Public comments on agenda and non-agenda items

CRA Greater Frenchtown/Southside Citizen's Advisory Committee Meeting & Summary

The Citizen's Advisory Committee will receive a presentation on the implementation of the Greater Bond Neighborhood First Plan, a resident-led planning effort funded with $6.4 million from the CRA. Completed projects include the Greater Bond Linear Park Phase 1 and Speed-Spencer-Stephens Park enhancements. Ongoing projects include the Residential Façade Improvement Grant Program, streetscaping on Robert & Trudie Perkins Way and Saxon Street, a microenterprise program, and a neighborhood housing strategy. The update will cover progress, evaluation results, and funding recommendations for the remaining $2.13 million.

• Greater Bond Linear Park Phase 1 completed ($650,000 CRA funds)
• Residential Façade Improvement Grant Program ($2,000,960; 37 of 100 homes completed)
• Streetscaping on Robert & Trudie Perkins Way ($275,000) and Saxon Street ($1,200,000)
• Microenterprise program ($40,000) and Neighborhood Housing Strategy ($100,000)
• Adoption of 2023 funding recommendations for remaining $2.13 million

The GFS CAC discussed the possibility of having a member sit on the CRA Board but agreed not to pursue the item at this time. The committee also received an update on the Greater Bond Neighborhood First Plan, which has received a final CRA funding allocation of $2,134,040.

• Decided not to pursue adding a GFS CAC member seat to the CRA Board
• Tabled approval of January 9, 2023 minutes due to lack of quorum

Blueprint Intergovernmental Meeting

The Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency Board will consider a consent agenda that includes authorizing advertising and awarding a construction contract for the Tallahassee-Leon County Animal Service Center project, estimated at $3.5 million. The board will also accept a status update on the Capital Circle Southwest widening project, a $187 million effort, and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Authorization to advertise and award a $3.5 million construction contract for the Tallahassee-Leon County Animal Service Center project, including dog kennel renovations, shelter medicine suite improvements, and quarantine dog yards.
• Acceptance of a status update on the Capital Circle Southwest widening project from Orange Avenue to Crawfordville Highway, a $187 million overall investment.
• Approval of the February 9, 2023 board meeting minutes.

City Commission Meeting & Summary

The City Commission, acting as Pension Plan Board of Trustees, will consider accepting the October 1, 2022 actuarial valuation report and adjusting the assumed rate of return on plan investments from 7.40% to 7.25%. The meeting also includes presentations recognizing Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month, Women's History Month, and the FMEA Lineman Rodeo Team. Two previously scheduled zoning items for Tharpe Street and Old Bainbridge Road have been deleted due to applicant withdrawal.

• Acceptance of 10/1/2022 actuarial report for city pension plan, setting FY2024-2025 contributions
• Adjustment of assumed rate of return on plan investments from 7.40% to 7.25%
• Presentation of proclamation for National Multiple Sclerosis Month and Awareness Week
• Presentation of proclamation for Women's History Month and International Women's Day
• Deletion of Ordinance 23-O-05 (comprehensive plan amendment) and 23-Z-06 (zoning change) at Tharpe Street and Old Bainbridge Road – applicant withdrawn

Joint City/County Workshop - Comprehensive Plan Amendments

The Tallahassee City Commission and Leon County Board of County Commissioners will hold a joint workshop to discuss seven proposed amendments to the 2023 comprehensive plan. They will also review a report on infill development policies and challenges within the Urban Services Area. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• Southside Action Plan (TTA 2023 009)
• 1718 Mahan Drive amendment (TMA 2023 001)
• 5411 Capital Circle SW amendment (TMA 2023 003)
• 3534 Thomasville Road amendment (TMA 2023 004)
• Joint workshop on infill development policy options and local examples

CRTPA Board Meeting

The Capital Region Transportation Planning Agency (CRTPA) Board will vote on adopting 2023 Safety Performance Targets and a long-term goal of zero fatalities and serious injuries by 2040. Consent items include approving meeting minutes from November 2022 and the Executive Director's timesheets for July–December 2022. Informational items cover an FDOT report on the US 90 Hybrid Public Meeting, committee actions, local governments' proportionate share billing, and quarterly budget reports.

• Adoption of 2023 Safety Performance Targets and zero fatalities goal by 2040 (Item 6A)
• Approval of November 15, 2022 meeting minutes (Item 4A)
• Approval of Executive Director's timesheets for July–September and October–December 2022 (Item 4B)
• FDOT report on US 90 Hybrid Public Meeting (Item 7)
• Local governments' proportionate share billing for FYs 2019–2023 (Item 9C)

CRA Board Meeting & Summary

The CRA Board will vote on terminating the purchase and sale agreement and development agreement for the Frenchtown Quarters & Marketplace project, as the developer failed to obtain low-income tax credits. The board will also consider a $100,000 buyout of a parking lease for 15 spaces in College Town. Other items include approval of prior meeting minutes and acceptance of the FY 2022 budget close-out report.

• Termination of Frenchtown Quarters & Marketplace Purchase and Sale Agreement and Development Agreement, releasing $6.5 million in CRA funding obligations
• Proposed $100,000 lease buyout for 15 parking spaces in College Town (S. Woodward Ave. area)
• Approval of November 10, 2022 CRA Board meeting summary minutes
• Acceptance of Fiscal Year 2022 CRA operating and capital budget close-out report

The CRA Board approved a $100,000 buyout for 15 parking spaces in the College Town development and terminated development agreements for the Frenchtown Quarters & Marketplace. The Board also accepted the FY 2022 budget close-out and forwarded TDT Arts & Culture grant recommendations to the City Commission and County Commissioners.

• Approved $100,000 parking lease buyout for 15 spaces in College Town (unanimous)
• Approved termination of Frenchtown Quarters & Marketplace PSA and Development Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved TDT Arts & Culture grant funding recommendations for LeMoyne Art Foundation, Challenger Learning Center, and Capital Cascades Amphitheater improvements (unanimous)
• Accepted FY 2022 CRA Operating and Capital Budget Close-Out report (unanimous)
• Approved summary minutes from November 10, 2022, meeting (unanimous)

City Commission Meeting & Summary

The Tallahassee City Commission is meeting to consider consent agenda items, including approval of $3.3 million in annual technology maintenance renewals for Microsoft and Oracle enterprise agreements, and a $993,750 contract for sodium hypochlorite used in wastewater treatment. One agenda item, the Claret Village Phase 2 subdivision plat, has been deleted and will be rescheduled.

• Approve $3,303,306 for Microsoft and Oracle enterprise agreement renewals and hardware leases for FY2023 Q2
• Award one-year, $993,750 contract to Odyssey Manufacturing Co. for sodium hypochlorite delivery to wastewater treatment plants
• Subdivision plat for Claret Village Phase 2 deleted from agenda, to be rescheduled
• Proposal to eliminate City Commission Policy 900 (Sunset Policies)

Independent Ethics Board Meeting

The Independent Ethics Board meets to approve prior minutes, hear an office report covering summary, budget, and issue tracking, and discuss whistleblower protections. The meeting also includes introduction of new board members and a review of public meeting laws.

• Approval of minutes from December 13, 2022
• Office report: summary, YTD budget through January 2023, and monthly issue tracking
• Discussion of whistleblower protections
• Introduction of new board members
• Review of public meeting laws

CRA Downtown District Redevelopment Commission Meeting & Summary

The Downtown District CRA Redevelopment Commission meets to review a $7 million loan request from Global City for a 300-unit workforce housing complex with ground-floor retail at 309 W. Tennessee Street. Commissioners will also discuss proposed modifications to the Ground Floor Retail & Entertainment and Medium/Large Project Funding programs, including a new Development and Renovation Assistance Program (DRAP). No final decisions are expected; both items are for information only.

• Review of Global City's $7 million loan application for a 7-story, 300-unit workforce housing development with 10,000 sq ft of retail at 309 W. Tennessee Street
• Discussion of proposed Development and Renovation Assistance Program (DRAP) to replace existing Small, Medium, and Large Project Funding programs
• Annual Ethics, Sunshine Law and Public Records Review presentation by City Attorney's Office
• Approval of draft minutes from the October 10, 2022 DRC meeting (consent item)

The Commission recommended a $7 million loan for a 300-unit workforce housing project with specific conditions regarding financing and occupancy. The body also recommended approving a $100,000 buyout for 15 parking spaces in College Town. A proposed new development and renovation assistance program was presented for feedback.

• Recommended approval of $7M loan for workforce housing at 309 W. Tennessee Street (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of $100,000 buyout for 15 parking spaces in College Town (Unanimous)
• Approved October 10, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Blueprint Intergovernmental Meeting

The Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency Board will hear a workforce and talent development panel, then consider consent items including approval of December meeting minutes, a report on chamber collaboration, and a revised 2023 meeting schedule. The main business item is acceptance of the 2022 Updated Disparity Study on minority and women-owned business utilization.

• Workforce and Talent Development Panel (discussion)
• Approval of December 8, 2022 Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency Board meeting minutes
• Acceptance of report on enhanced engagement with Big Bend Minority, Capital City, and Greater Tallahassee Chambers of Commerce
• Approval of revised 2023 meeting schedule (September 14 changed to September 21; location changes to Blueprint Conference Room)
• Acceptance of 2022 Disparity Study Update by MGT America, Inc. (presentation)

City Commission Workshop & Summary

The City Commission will discuss and potentially approve the FY23 First Quarter Budget Update, which includes budget amendments totaling $2,919,174. Items include transferring funds for Capital Circle Southeast force main improvements, supplemental appropriation for a pavement management system, and funding for new solid waste vehicles. The Commission will also consider approving a lease-purchase agreement with Motorola for a new Fire Department alerting system and a Public Assistance Subgrant Agreement for Hurricane Ian reimbursements. Direction will be provided for developing the FY24 operating and capital budgets.

• Approve $1,452,174 transfer for Capital Circle Southeast force main improvements
• Approve $620,000 supplemental appropriation for Street Resurfacing & Pavement Management system
• Approve $842,000 for two new solid waste CNG trucks
• Approve lease-purchase with Motorola for Fire Department alerting system (total $977,822 over 7 years)
• Approve Public Assistance Subgrant Agreement for Hurricane Ian reimbursements (approx. $36,000)

City Commission Meeting & Summary

The City Commission will vote on consent items including a $450,000 federal grant for paratransit services and acceptance of $27,039 in thermal imaging cameras from the Firehouse Subs Foundation. Proclamations will honor the FSU cheerleading team, Black History Month, and United Way of the Big Bend. The previously scheduled noise ordinance update was deleted from the agenda.

• Accept $27,039 in-kind grant from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation for 30 thermal imaging cameras and charging stations
• Adopt Resolution 23-R-05 to apply for and administer $450,000 Section 5311 Off-Cycle FTA grant for paratransit services
• Presentation of proclamation for Florida State University cheerleading national championship
• Presentation of proclamation recognizing Black History Month
• Noise Ordinance Update deleted from agenda; will be rescheduled

Local Planning Agency Meeting

The Tallahassee-Leon County Local Planning Agency is holding public hearings on three proposed comprehensive plan amendments and concurrent rezonings. The agency will review requests to change land use designations and zoning districts for properties at 1718 Mahan Drive, 5411 Capital Circle SW, and 3534 Thomasville Road. If approved, the changes would alter the permitted land use and density limits for these parcels, with proposed maximum residential densities ranging from 16 to 45 units per acre. The meeting also includes routine consent items, such as approving the January 10 workshop minutes.

• Public hearing on TMA2023001 at 1718 Mahan Drive to change land use from Residential Preservation to Urban Residential 2 and rezone to Medium Density Residential
• Public hearing on TMA2023003 at 5411 Capital Circle SW to change land use from Heavy Industrial to Suburban and rezone to General Commercial
• Public hearing on TMA2023004 at 3534 Thomasville Road to change land use from Lake Protection to High Intensity Urban Activity Center and rezone to AC
• Consent item to approve the January 10, 2023 Local Planning Agency workshop minutes

City Commission Meeting & Summary

The Tallahassee City Commission will consider a resolution to amend the 2017 Tennessee Energy Acquisition Corporation gas supply agreement, allowing the city to accept discounts as low as 10 cents per MMBtu to potentially save $333,000 annually. The consent agenda includes a pulled item to extend a contract for archival services with Smarsh, Inc. and acceptance of the annual report from the Commission on the Status of Women and Girls. The meeting also features several presentations, including proclamations and awards for electric restoration efforts.

• Approval of Resolution 23-R-01 amending the TEAC gas supply agreement for potential annual savings of $333,000
• Extension of Contract 998549 with Smarsh, Inc. for professional archival services (pulled from consent, renumbered as 9.01)
• Acceptance of the 2021-2022 Tallahassee-Leon County Commission on the Status of Women and Girls Annual Report
• Human Trafficking Prevention Month Proclamation accepted by Survive and Thrive Advocacy Center
• Recognition of the city with Building Strong Communities and Restoring Communities awards from Florida Municipal Electric Association

City Commission Retreat & Summary

The City Commission is holding its annual retreat to review progress on the 2020-2024 Strategic Plan, Southside Action Plan, and Clean Energy Plan. The session includes presentations on accomplishments in affordable housing, economic development, utility savings, and infrastructure investments. No formal votes are scheduled; the retreat is for discussion and information.

• 2,391 affordable housing units in pipeline, including 110 for extremely low-income households
• $75 million saved in FY22 through natural gas hedging, projected $212 million through FY24
• Amazon fulfillment center bringing 1,000 jobs at $18/hour average wage
• Over $380 million in public funding invested in Southside infrastructure in FY22
• Clean Energy Plan update with goal of 100% net clean renewable energy by 2050

CRTPA Retreat

The Capital Region Transportation Planning Agency (CRTPA) holds a retreat to discuss the draft FY2024–FY2028 Tentative Work Program, which lists state- and federally funded transportation projects in the region. The board will also hear updates on the StarMetro transit operational analysis, Tharpe Street and Crawfordville Road projects, and a kick-off of a regional freight study. Fiduciary responsibilities for board members managing grant funds will be reviewed. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion and information.

• Presentation and discussion of the FY 2024–FY 2028 Draft Tentative Work Program by FDOT District 3 staff
• Review of fiduciary responsibilities of CRTPA board members by City of Tallahassee Inspector General Dennis Sutton
• Update on StarMetro Comprehensive Operational Analysis (COA), branded as Think Transit
• Updates on Tharpe Street and Crawfordville Road projects with attached PDF reports
• Kick-off presentation of the Regional Freight Study by consultant RS&H

Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Commission

The Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 23-Z-01, a proposed amendment to the Capital Circle Office Complex (CCOC) Planned Unit Development (PUD) on 341.41 acres along Capital Circle SE between Blair Stone Road and Tram Road. The amendment would allow an Emergency Operations Center, shift office square footage between districts, and update related PUD provisions. The Commission is asked to find the ordinance consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and recommend adoption by the City Commission.

• First and only public hearing on Ordinance 23-Z-01 to amend the CCOC PUD Concept Plan
• Proposal includes locating an Emergency Operations Center on the 341.41-acre site
• Shift of already-approved office development square footages between districts
• Development Review Committee voted 5-0 on Dec 12, 2022 to recommend approval with conditions
• 961 notices mailed; no public comments received as of agenda date

Local Planning Agency Meeting

The Local Planning Agency will hold a workshop to discuss six proposed small-scale comprehensive plan amendments and concurrent rezonings. These amendments involve changing land use designations on parcels at 1718 Mahan Drive, 5411 Capital Circle SW, 3534 Thomasville Road, Lambert Heights/Merrivale Subdivisions, Tharpe Street at Old Bainbridge Road, and Westwood Plaza. Public comment may be submitted in writing or in person. A public hearing is scheduled for February 7, 2023.

• 1718 Mahan Drive: FLUM change from Residential Preservation to Urban Residential 2 on 5.6 acres, concurrent rezoning from RP-2 to MR.
• 5411 Capital Circle SW: FLUM change from Heavy Industrial to Suburban on 3.23 acres, concurrent rezoning from I to C-2.
• 3534 Thomasville Road: FLUM change from Lake Protection to High Intensity Urban Activity Center on 1.7 acres (staff recommends adding 2 acres), concurrent rezoning from LP to AC.
• Lambert Heights/Merrivale Subdivisions: FLUM change from Residential Preservation to University Transition on 35.48 acres, concurrent rezoning from RP-1 to UT.
• Tharpe Street at Old Bainbridge Road: FLUM change from Government Operational to Suburban on 0.52 acres, concurrent rezoning from UP-1 to C-2 on 1.49 acres.

CRA Greater Frenchtown/Southside Citizen's Advisory Committee Meeting & Summary

The Greater Frenchtown/Southside Citizen's Advisory Committee will hear a presentation on a proposed new Development and Renovation Assistance Program to replace existing small, medium, and large project funding. The committee will also receive an annual ethics and sunshine law review, and consider approving minutes from November 2022. No votes are scheduled on the program changes; staff seeks only comments at this meeting.

• Annual Ethics, Sunshine Law and Public Records Review by City Attorney's Office
• Approval of summary minutes from November 7, 2022, meeting
• Review of proposed Development and Renovation Assistance Program with four funding tiers: $0–$100,000 (Tier 1), $0–$250,000 (Tier 2), $100,001–$250,000 (Tier 3), $250,000+ (Tier 4)
• Proposed program addresses gaps in existing BFIP and Medium/Large Grant Programs, including interior renovation eligibility and match requirements
• Public comments accepted in person, via video conference, or live broadcast on WCOT Channel 13 and city platforms

The committee unanimously approved the meeting minutes from November 7, 2022. Members received an informational presentation on a proposed Development and Renovation Assistance Program intended to replace existing project funding programs. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved November 7, 2022 GFS CAC summary meeting minutes (unanimous)