Niceville public meetings in 2023

City Council

The City Council will hold a regular meeting to conduct first readings for several ordinances covering public conduct, parking, and school zone speed enforcement. The agenda also includes discussions on Meigs Park revitalization and commercial real estate proposals for Old Town.

• Ordinance 24-01-06: School Zone Speed Enforcement Ordinance
• Ordinance 24-01-07: Rezoning request for 805 Cedar Ave S from R-1A to R-1B
• Ordinance 24-01-08: Annexation of Fleur De Key Properties on Bullock Blvd
• Resolution 23-12-02-A: Purchase of services for Valparaiso Blvd Drainage Improvements Project
• Public Hearing: Niceville CRA Old Town Commercial Real Estate Proposals

Planning Commission

The Niceville Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and likely make recommendations on several land-use requests, including a right-of-way vacation, two rezonings, and an annexation. These items will then go to the City Council for final decisions on December 12, 2023.

• Vacate Pine Ave right of way between 4006 13th St and 4010 13th St (requested by Sean and Angela Davis)
• Rezone 805 Cedar Ave S from R-1A to R-113 with FLU MDR (requested by Malcolm Spears)
• Annex and zone Fleur De Key Properties on Bullock Blvd as R-2 with FLU MDR (parcels 08-1S-22-0000-0075-0010 and 08-15-22-0000-0075-0000)
• Ordinance to amend Land Development Code (Appendix D, Article 10) per Chapter 166, Florida Statutes

Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)

The Niceville Community Redevelopment Agency will vote on recommending a commercial real estate firm for the Old Town Historic Area, approve a property swap with AVCON, and authorize K&G to select a geotechnical engineering firm. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from September 21, 2023.

• Recommendation of commercial real estate firm for Old Town Historic Area
• Recommendation of AVCON Property Swap
• Authorization to K&G to select a Geotechnical Engineering Services Firm

City Council

The Niceville City Council will hold final readings on two ordinances: one to rezone property at 709 Powell Dr from R-2 to C-1, and another to annex property at 919 47th Street and zone it R-1B. They will also consider resolutions authorizing a property exchange with AVCON, Inc., and amending the FY23 budget to match the CRA's amended budget. Additionally, the council will receive updates on the Mullet Festival and the Old Town Project, and approve bills payable.

• Ordinance 23-11-01: Rezone 709 Powell Dr (Lots 5 & 6, Block 10, Powell Subdivision) from R-2 to C-1 (final reading)
• Ordinance 23-11-02: Annex 919 47th Street (Lots 5 & 6, Block 16, Pinecrest Addition 2-3) and zone R-1B (final reading)
• Resolution 23-11-01: Property exchange with AVCON, Inc. for parcels 07-1S-22-2520-0002-0100 and 0040
• Resolution 23-11-02: Amend FY23 budget to match Niceville CRA amended budget
• Proclamation: November as Epilepsy Month

City Council

The Niceville City Council will hold public hearings on land development code amendments and property rezoning. The meeting also includes discussions on school zone speed cameras and the approval of the FY 2024 CRA budget.

• Ordinance 23-11-01: Rezoning 709 Powell Dr from R-2 to C-1
• Ordinance 23-11-02: Annexation and R-1B rezoning for 919 47th Street
• Approval of CRA Budget for FY 2024
• Ordinance 23-10-02: Final reading of Land Development Code amendments
• Resolution 23-10-01: Liability acceptance for a state roadway parade closure

City Council

The Niceville City Council is holding a special meeting for the final budget hearing. They will consider resolutions to adjust water and sewer rates, and ordinances to set the property tax millage rate and adopt the final budget for fiscal year 2024. A consulting engineer will also brief on a coverage analysis report including reclaimed water data.

• Resolution 23-09-01: water rate adjustment
• Resolution 23-09-02: sewer rate adjustment
• Ordinance 23-09-03: ad valorem property tax millage rate (final reading)
• Ordinance 23-09-04: adopt final FY2024 budget (final reading)
• Consulting engineer briefing on coverage analysis with reclaimed water data

City Council

The Niceville City Council will hold public hearings and vote on two annexation ordinances (final reading) and two land development code amendments (first reading). They will also consider a special exception for a reduced side yard setback at 207 Davis Drive. The agenda includes routine approval of minutes and reports.

• Ordinance 23-09-01: Annex contiguous lands in Swift Creek VII, zoned R-1 residential, future land use LDR (final reading)
• Ordinance 23-09-02: Annex portion of 206 N Palm Blvd, zoned PCI, future land use PCI (final reading)
• Ordinance 23-10-01: Amend Land Development Code, Appendix D, Article 7 (first reading)
• Ordinance 23-10-02: Amend Land Development Code, Appendix D, Article 3 (first reading)
• Resolution 23-09-10: Special exception for 0-foot side yard setback at 207 Davis Drive

The Niceville City Council approved Ordinance 23-09-01 annexing land to be zoned R‑1 and Ordinance 23-09-02 annexing land to be zoned PCI, each passing unanimously. A proposal to amend the land development code (Ordinance 23-10-01) was rejected. The council also approved Ordinance 23-10-02 redefining accessory structures, and it voted to table Resolution 23-09-10 concerning a side‑yard setback exception.

• Approved Ordinance 23-09-01 annexation (Nodjomian‑yes; Schaetzle‑yes; Alley‑yes; Donahoo‑yes; Williams‑yes)
• Approved Ordinance 23-09-02 annexation (Nodjomian‑yes; Schaetzle‑yes; Alley‑yes; Donahoo‑yes; Williams‑yes)
• Rejected Ordinance 23-10-01 amendment (Nodjomian‑no; Schaetzle‑yes; Alley‑no; Donahoo‑no; Williams‑no)
• Approved Ordinance 23-10-02 redefinition of accessory structures (Nodjomian‑yes; Schaetzle‑yes; Alley‑yes; Donahoo‑yes; Williams‑yes)
• Tabled Resolution 23-09-10 side‑yard setback exception (Nodjomian‑yes; Schaetzle‑yes; Alley‑yes; Donahoo‑yes; Williams‑yes)

City Council

The Niceville City Council is holding a special meeting for a tentative budget hearing, where it will consider multiple resolutions to adjust water, sewer, sanitation, stormwater, yard waste, and utility deposit rates, as well as set reclaimed water charges. The council will also consider ordinances to levy the property tax millage rate and adopt the final budget for fiscal year 2023-2024. Public hearings are scheduled for these items.

• Resolution 23-09-01: water rate adjustment
• Resolution 23-09-02: sewer rate adjustment
• Resolution 23-09-03: commercial sanitation tipping fee adjustment
• Resolution 23-09-04: residential sanitation tipping fee adjustment
• Ordinance 23-09-04: adopt final budget for FY 2023-2024

The City Council tabled resolutions for water and sewer rate increases until September 21 to allow for further analysis of reclaimed water revenue and potential grants. The Council also discussed a 4.66% increase in commercial sanitation tipping fees imposed by the County.

• Tabled Resolution 23-09-01 (water rate increase)
• Tabled Resolution 23-09-02 (sewer rate increase)

Planning Commission

The Niceville Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider a special exception request for a reduced side yard setback and two ordinances amending the Land Development Code. The items will also go before the City Council on September 12, 2023.

• Special exception request by Benjamin and Nicole Perschke, 207 Davis Drive, for a 0' side yard setback instead of required 5'
• Ordinance amending ordinance 22-12-01 with revised amendments to Land Development Code, Appendix D, Article 7
• Ordinance amending Land Development Code, Appendix D, Article 3

The commission approved two ordinances updating the Land Development Code, including revised area and height regulations and updated definitions. A request for a side yard setback exception at 207 Davis Drive was denied.

• Approved August 1, 2023 minutes
• Denied Special Exception for 0' side yard setback at 207 Davis Drive (3-2)
• Approved amendments to LDC Appendix D, Article 7 regarding area, height, bulk and placement regulations (5-0)
• Approved amendments to LDC Article 3 regarding updated and new definitions (5-0)

City Council

The Niceville City Council is holding a special meeting as a budget workshop focused on Aid to Organizations. The council will discuss funding allocations for local organizations as part of the budget process. No final decisions are noted on the agenda.

• Budget workshop on Aid to Organizations

The City Council held a special session to hear presentations from seven organizations requesting FY 2024 funding. No final decisions were made during the meeting; the Council will make decisions at a later date.

• Tabled funding decisions for FY 2024 organization requests

City Council

The Niceville City Council is holding a special meeting as a budget workshop focused on the Water and Sewer Department and water and sewer rates. The agenda indicates the meeting is for discussion, not final decisions.

• Budget workshop for Water and Sewer Department
• Discussion of water and sewer rates

The City Council held a workshop to review the proposed FY24 Water and Sewer Fund budget, which includes projected revenues of $18.6 million. The session focused on proposed 5% rate increases for water and sewer services and a $1.5 million plan for water meter replacements. No formal votes were recorded in the minutes.

City Council

The Niceville City Council is holding a special meeting as a budget workshop to discuss the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), sanitation, and stormwater budgets. This is a discussion and planning session, not a final decision-making meeting.

• Budget workshop for CRA, sanitation, and stormwater

The City Council conducted a budget workshop to review projected revenues and expenditures for the FY24 Sanitation Fund, Stormwater Fund, and Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA). No formal votes were taken on the proposed budgets during this session.

• Discussed FY24 CRA projected revenues of approximately $1.9 million
• Discussed FY24 Sanitation Fund projected revenues of approximately $4.7 million
• Discussed FY24 Stormwater Fund projected revenues of approximately $3.96 million
• Confirmed purchase of $950 thousand property on Bayshore

City Council

The Niceville City Council is holding a special meeting as a budget workshop focused on the General Fund. The meeting is scheduled for 6:00 PM on August 15, 2023, in the council chambers. No specific budget details or decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Budget workshop for General Fund

The City Council conducted a budget workshop to review a proposed balanced budget for FY24. No formal votes were taken; the session focused on a presentation of proposed spending, millage rates, and the use of reserve funds.

• No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was a budget workshop

City Council

The Niceville City Council will hold public hearings and take final votes on three annexation ordinances (23-08-01, 23-08-02, 23-08-03) and first readings of two more (23-09-01, 23-09-02), all rezoning properties to residential or public/institutional uses. They will also consider adopting the applicant list for the FFY 2021 CDBG Housing Rehabilitation Program, with a required disclosure of any conflicts of interest. A resolution for a special exception to setback requirements for a home at Deer Moss Creek will be voted on. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and a report on water/sewer/drainage projects.

• Final reading of Ordinance 23-08-01 annexing 415 Parkview Dr (Linda Taylor Griffin), zoned R-2, future land use MDR
• Final reading of Ordinance 23-08-02 annexing 1138 47th St (James Taylor), zoned R-2, future land use MDR
• Final reading of Ordinance 23-08-03 annexing 1128 47th St (James Parish), zoned R-2, future land use MDR
• First reading of Ordinance 23-09-01 annexing property in Swift Creek Vil, zoned R-1, future land use LDR
• Resolution 23-08-01 granting a special exception for reduced setbacks (5' from house, 3' from property line) at 1157 Deer Moss Loop

The City Council approved five ordinances to annex contiguous lands into the city and adopted a housing rehabilitation applicant list. The council also passed resolutions to rename the Municipal Complex, Fire Department Station, and Police Department Building. A special exception for a residential setback was approved pending HOA consent.

• Approved FFY 2021 CDBG Housing Rehabilitation Program Applicant List (5-0)
• Approved annexation of 415 Parkview Dr. (Ordinance 23-08-01) (5-0)
• Approved annexation of 1138 47th St. (Ordinance 23-08-02) (5-0)
• Approved annexation of 1128 47th St. (Ordinance 23-08-03) (5-0)
• Approved first reading of annexation for Swift Creek VII (Ordinance 23-09-01) (5-0)
• Approved first reading of annexation for portion of 206 N Palm Blvd (Ordinance 23-09-02) (5-0)
• Approved setback exception for 1157 Deer Moss Loop pending HOA approval (5-0)
• Renamed Municipal Complex to Lannie L. Corbin Municipal Complex and Fire/Police buildings to Randall R. Wise (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Niceville Planning Commission will consider a request from Bryce and Molly Whetzel for two variances to build a pool at 1157 Deer Moss Loop. The variances would allow a 5-foot setback from the house and 3-foot from the property line, instead of the required 6 and 4 feet. The City Council will hear the request at its August 8, 2023 meeting.

• Special Exception request for 5' and 3' setbacks vs. required 6' and 4'
• Property: 1157 Deer Moss Loop, Lot 109, Hartfield at Deer Moss Creek phase 1A
• Pool would be 4.5 feet at deepest point
• Applicant cites engineering opinion that pool won't affect foundation
• City Council to hear request on August 8, 2023

The Planning Commission approved an amended request for a special exception to the Land Development Code for a property at 1157 Deer Moss Loop. The approved amendment allows for a 4' setback from the house, which removed the need for a rear setback exception.

• Approved July 5, 2023 minutes (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved amended setback request of 4' from the house for 1157 Deer Moss Loop (6-0)

City Council

The Niceville City Council is holding a special meeting to set the proposed millage rate for fiscal year 2024. Staff recommends a rate of 3.7734 mills, which is higher than the current rate of 3.7000 and the rolled-back rate of 3.6692. This rate would generate an estimated $6,026,490 in ad valorem revenue, an increase of $674,640 over the current year. The council will vote on this proposal, which must be reported to the Department of Revenue by August 4, 2023.

• Proposed millage rate of 3.7734 mills, up from 3.7000, generating $6,026,490 in ad valorem revenue
• Increase of $674,640 in ad valorem revenue compared to FY23, with $117,230 from rate increase and $557,410 from new construction and higher assessments
• General Fund budget includes $14.6 million in personnel costs, $4.42 million operating, $5.18 million capital outlay, $486,000 debt service, and $1.3 million non-operating
• Florida Retirement System contributions increase by $311,360 to $2,086,840; insurance premiums estimated to rise 26.2% ($162,773)
• Tentative budget hearing scheduled for September 7, 2023 at 6:00 PM

The City Council held a special session to discuss setting the proposed millage rate for the FY24 Draft General Fund Budget. Staff recommended a rate of 3.7734 to generate $6,026,490 in ad valorem revenue, though council members debated whether to set a higher initial rate to avoid future mailing costs if adjustments are needed.

City Council

The Niceville City Council will hold public hearings and take final votes on several annexation ordinances and a subdivision approval, plus consider a special exception for a rear setback. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and routine reports.

• Final approval of Cove at Shirks Bayou Phase II, Lots 18-22
• Ordinance 23-07-01: Annexation zoned CON (Conservation)
• Ordinance 23-07-02: Annexation zoned PCI (Public, Civic, Institutional)
• Ordinance 23-07-03: Annexation zoned R-1 Residential Single Family
• Resolution 23-07-01: Special exception for 22' rear setback at 217 Deer St

The City Council approved the purchase of the Randy Thomas property for $950,000, contingent upon a land swap with AVCON to improve waterfront connectivity. The council also approved several land annexations and a residential setback exception.

• Approved purchase of Randy Thomas property for $950,000 contingent on AVCON property swap (4-0)
• Approved final approval for The Cove at Shirks Bayou, phase II, adding 5 lots (4-0)
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 23-07-01 annexing land zoned Conservation (4-0)
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 23-07-02 annexing land zoned Public, Civic, Institutional (4-0)
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 23-07-03 annexing land zoned R-1 Residential Single Family (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 23-08-01 annexing land zoned R-2 (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 23-08-02 annexing land zoned R-2 (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 23-08-03 annexing land zoned R-2 (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved the final phase of The Cove at Shirks Bayou and a rear setback exception for a property on Deer St. Additionally, three separate requests to annex properties in Pine Crest 2 into city limits with R-2 zoning were approved.

• Approved final approval of The Cove at Shirks Bayou, phase II (5-0)
• Approved Special Exception for 22' rear setback at 217 Deer St (5-0)
• Approved annexation and R-2 zoning for 415 Parkview Dr (5-0)
• Approved annexation and R-2 zoning for 1138 47th St (5-0)
• Approved annexation and R-2 zoning for 1128 47th St (5-0)
• Approved May 1, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Niceville City Council will hold public hearings and final votes on several annexation ordinances, including properties on Andi's Way, White Street, 23rd Street, and Bayshore Drive, with various zoning designations. They will also consider first readings for three additional annexations and a resolution to authorize the purchase of a metal building. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and routine items like bills payable.

• Ordinance 23-06-01: Annex property at Andi's Way Subdivision, 1501 23rd St., zoned R-3 (final reading)
• Ordinance 23-06-02: Annex property at 250 White St., zoned R-2 (final reading)
• Ordinance 23-06-03: Rescind Ordinance 13-04-01 for property on 23rd St. (final reading)
• Ordinance 23-06-05: Annex property between 1439 and 1449 Bayshore Dr., zoned R-1A (final reading)
• Resolution 23-06-01: Authorize City Manager to purchase a metal building

The City Council approved several ordinances to annex land into city limits and one resolution to purchase a metal building. The council also received operational updates from the police, fire, and public works departments.

• Approved annexation of Andi’s Way Subdivision at 1501 23rd Street (5-0)
• Approved annexation of 250 White St (5-0)
• Approved rescinding of Ordinance No. 13-04-01 for property on 23rd St (5-0)
• Approved annexation of property as outlined in Ordinance 23-06-04 (5-0)
• Approved annexation of property between 1439 and 1449 Bayshore Drive (5-0)
• Approved first reading of annexation Ordinance 23-07-01 (5-0)
• Approved first reading of annexation Ordinance 23-07-02 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-06-01 authorizing City Manager to purchase a metal building (5-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)

The Niceville Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Commission will meet to consider several action items, including ratifying the selection of AVCON, Inc. for engineering and landscape design services for the Old Town Historic Downtown Commercial Village, and considering a settlement agreement with KG Development regarding the Niceville Landing. They will also discuss updates on the Aquatic Complex economic assessment and revenue projections for the next fiscal year. The agenda includes a proposed budget amendment to increase the Economic Impact contract from $38,000 to $50,000.

• Ratify selection of AVCON, Inc. for Old Town Historic Downtown Commercial Village engineering and landscape design services
• Consider settlement agreement with KG Development for Niceville Landing
• Authorize request for proposals for commercial real estate firm to support business siting in commercial village
• Budget amendment to increase Economic Impact contract from $38,000 to $50,000
• Update on Matrix Economic Assessment for Aquatic Complex

The CRA Board approved a settlement agreement with KG Development for the Niceville Landing waterfront project and ratified AVCON, Inc. for the Old Town Historic Downtown Commercial Village uplands. The Board also authorized a request for qualifications to hire a commercial real estate firm to assist in siting businesses.

• Approved settlement agreement with KG Development for Niceville Landing (6-0)
• Ratified selection of AVCON, Inc. for Old Town Historic Downtown Commercial Village engineering and landscape design (6-0)
• Authorized request for qualifications (RFQ) for a commercial real estate firm to support business siting (6-0)
• Approved May 3, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Appointed Dr. McCartney, Ammy Hanson, and Commissioner Williams to the RFQ evaluation committee

City Council

The Niceville City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on several land-use items, including a preliminary and final review of Heritage Gardens Cemetery Phases 3-5, a land purchase, and first readings of five annexation ordinances. The council will also consider a special exception for a reduced front setback and hear a proclamation for National Police Week.

• Heritage Gardens Cemetery Phases 3-5 preliminary and final review (2201 N Partin Dr)
• Land purchase of Mosteferis parcel (ID # 01-1S-23-0000-0020-0000)
• Ordinance 23-06-01: annexation of Andi's Way Subdivision, 1501 23rd Street, zoned R-3
• Ordinance 23-06-02: annexation of 250 White St (John and Lynette Miesen), zoned R-2
• Resolution 23-05-01: special exception for 21'7" front setback at 100 Black Bear Circle

The City Council approved the purchase of the Mosteferis parcel for $295,000 to support a stormwater pond, pump station, and Turkey Creek Park. The council also passed first readings for five annexation ordinances and approved a cemetery expansion and a zoning setback exception.

• Approved $295,000 purchase of Mosteferis Parcel (4-0)
• Approved Preliminary and Final Review of Heritage Gardens Cemetery Phases 3-5 (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 23-06-01 annexing Andi’s Way Subdivision (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 23-06-02 annexing 250 White St (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 23-06-03 to correct city limit errors (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 23-06-04 annexing property (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 23-06-05 annexing portion of Bayshore Drive (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-05-01 granting a front setback exception for 100 Black Bear Circle (4-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)

The Niceville Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Commission is meeting to approve the minutes from the April 19, 2023 regular board meeting and to consider a settlement agreement related to the selection of an engineering firm. The agenda includes one action item and no other substantive discussion items.

• Consideration of Settlement Agreement for Engineering Firm Selection

The CRA board voted unanimously to tentatively approve a settlement agreement with KG Development, resolving a protest over engineering firm selection. The agreement includes $350,000 to be paid over two years for services, with AVCON as primary contractor for uplands and KG Development for coastal work. The board also authorized the chairman and executive director to sign the formalized agreement.

• Approved tentative settlement agreement with KG Development for $350,000 over two years (6-0)
• Authorized Chairman Henkel and Executive Director Corbin to sign the formalized agreement (6-0)
• Approved minutes from April 19, 2023 CRA Board meeting (6-0)
• Set next CRA Board meeting for June 13, 2023 at 5 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Niceville Planning Commission will consider three requests: preliminary and final approval of Heritage Gardens Cemetery Phases 3-5, a special exception for a reduced front setback at 100 Black Bear Circle, and annexation of 250 White St with R-2 zoning and mixed-use future land use. These items will also go to the City Council on May 9, 2023.

• Heritage Gardens Cemetery Phases 3-5 preliminary and final approval at 2201 N Partin Dr
• Special exception for 21' 7" front setback instead of required 25' at 100 Black Bear Circle
• Annexation of 250 White St with R-2 zoning and MU future land use

The Planning Commission approved the expansion of Heritage Gardens Cemetery and a property annexation request for 250 White St. A special exception for a front setback at 100 Black Bear Circle was also granted.

• Approved preliminary and final approval of Heritage Gardens Cemetery Phases 3-5 (4-0)
• Approved special exception for 21' 7" front setback at 100 Black Bear Circle (4-0)
• Approved annexation and R-2 zoning for 250 White St (4-0)
• Approved March 6, 2023 minutes (4-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)

The Niceville Community Redevelopment Agency will consider ratifying a scoring error in the selection of engineering consultants for the Old Town redevelopment and re-selecting the highest-scoring firm to negotiate an agreement. The board will also vote on motions to decertify original scores, rescind authorization to negotiate with KG Development, ratify audited scores, and negotiate with top-ranked firm AVCON. This is a decision item, not just discussion.

• Ratification of scoring error in engineering consultant selection for Old Town redevelopment
• Motion to decertify originally reported scores
• Motion to rescind authorization to negotiate with KG Development
• Motion to ratify audited scores
• Motion to negotiate with top-ranked firm AVCON

The Board reviewed a mathematical scoring error that incorrectly awarded a contract to KG Development instead of AVCON. After discussing potential litigation and the possibility of splitting the project between the two firms, no final vote on the ratification was recorded in the provided text.

• Approved minutes from March 20, 2023 meeting (5-0)

City Council

The Niceville City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings, presentations, and votes on several items. Key actions include final adoption of an ordinance correcting legal description errors and a resolution authorizing a $2,748,840.06 contract for the Cedar Avenue South Force Main Upgrades. The council will also receive updates from the Youth Advisory Council and the 2022 financial audit, and recognize several proclamations.

• Resolution 23-04-01: Authorize city manager to contract with Utility Service Company for Cedar Avenue South Force Main Upgrades at $2,748,840.06 (low bid)
• Ordinance 23-04-01 (Final Reading): Amend ordinances 296, 297, 351, 526, 93-11 to correct scrivener errors in legal descriptions
• Proclamations: Distinguished Young Woman Award, Child Abuse Prevention Month, Sexual Assault Awareness Month
• 2022 Financial Audit outbrief by Tammy McGaughy, CPA, Warren Averett, LLC
• Youth Advisory Council update by Councilman Nodjomian

The City Council approved a resolution to purchase services for the Cedar Avenue South Force Main Upgrades Project from Utility Service Company. The Council also passed an ordinance to correct scrivener errors in several legal descriptions. Additionally, the council approved the bills payable and the minutes from the March 14, 2023 meeting.

• Approved Resolution 23-04-01 for Cedar Avenue South Force Main Upgrades Project (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-04-01 to correct scrivener errors in legal descriptions (5-0)
• Approved bills payable (5-0)
• Approved March 14, 2023 Regular Council Meeting minutes (5-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)

The Niceville Community Redevelopment Agency Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from January, reconsider a selection process based on scoring, and discuss the CRA Annual Report. The agenda is brief and contains no detailed financial or project-specific items.

• Reconsideration of selection process based on scoring
• Discussion of CRA Annual Report
• Approval of minutes from January 12, 2023 regular board meeting

The Board approved the minutes from the January 12, 2023 meeting. Members voted to delay the decertification and recertification of engineering firm scores following a protest by KG Development. The Board also noted that the CRA Annual Report is expected by the end of the week.

• Approved January 12, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Delayed actions on decertifying and recertifying engineering firm scores (6-0)
• Scheduled next CRA Board meeting for April 19, 2023

City Council

The Niceville City Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings, presentations, and city manager reports. Key items include a first reading of an ordinance correcting legal descriptions in several prior ordinances, a resolution to allow a reduced rear setback for a specific property, and a swearing-in ceremony for three council members. The agenda also includes a Youth Advisory Council update and proclamations.

• Swearing in of Councilwoman Cathy Alley, Councilman William Schaetzle, and Councilman Abner Williams for four-year terms
• First reading of Ordinance 23-04-01 to correct scrivener errors in legal descriptions of Ordinances 296, 297, 351, 526, and 93-11
• Resolution 23-03-01 to allow a 16-foot rear setback instead of 20 feet for RIR zoning at 1509 25th Street (Malcolm Spears property)
• Proclamation recognizing Distinguished Young Woman Award
• Proclamation recognizing American Red Cross

The Council approved a special exception for a rear setback at the Davis-Clark Subdivision and passed a first reading of an ordinance to correct scrivener errors in legal descriptions. The Council also approved the bills payable and the minutes from previous meetings.

• Approved minutes from Feb 14 and March 6 meetings (5-0)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 23-04-01 to correct scrivener errors in legal descriptions (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-03-01 granting a 16-foot rear setback exception for Lot 9, Davis-Clark Subdivision (5-0)
• Approved bills payable (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Niceville Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with one item on the agenda: a request by Malcolm Spears for a special exception to allow a 16-foot rear setback instead of the required 20 feet on a vacant lot at 1509 25th Street. The commission will discuss and likely make a recommendation on the request, which then goes to the City Council for a final decision on March 14, 2023.

• Special exception request for 16' rear setback vs. required 20' on Lot 9, Davis-Clark Subdivision, 1509 25th Street
• Property ID 08-1S-22-0610-0009-0000, zoned R-1B
• Applicant cites corner lot constraints; will maintain 15' street side, 5' interior side, and 25' front setbacks
• City Council will hear the request on Tuesday, March 14, 2023

The Planning Commission approved a request for a special exception to the Land Development Code regarding a property setback. The commission also approved the minutes from the January 3, 2023 meeting.

• Approved January 3, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved Special Exception for 1509 25th Street to allow 16’ rear setback instead of 20’ (6-0)

City Council

The Niceville City Council holds its regular meeting with minutes approval, a public hearing, and several resolutions. Key items include a resolution supporting the Florida League of Cities legislative platform, a variance request for a property on Fir Ave, and a tourist development fund allocation. The meeting is open to the public in person.

• Resolution 23-02-01 urging Florida Legislature support for 2023 League of Cities platform
• Variance request by Brit and Lorenzo Intemicola at 324 Fir Ave for 9'6" rear setback vs required 15' in R-1B zoning
• Tourist Development Fund allocation request by Bryan Gates
• Youth Advisory Council update by Chairman Aleena Ponto
• Approval of January 10, 2023 council minutes

The Council approved a resolution granting two special exceptions for rear setbacks at 324 Fir Avenue. They also approved the January 10 meeting minutes and the 2023 Florida League of Cities Legislative platform. No action was taken on the request for Tourist Development Council funding for high school baseball bleachers.

• Approved rear setback variance for 324 Fir Avenue to 9'6" and 4.5' (4-0)
• Approved January 10, 2023 Regular Council Meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-12-01 supporting 2023 Florida League of Cities Legislative platform (4-0)
• Approved payment of bills (4-0)
• Tabled decision on Tourist Development Council funding for NHS baseball bleachers

Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)

The Niceville Community Redevelopment Agency will hear presentations from three shortlisted engineering firms and then vote to ratify the scoring process and authorize negotiations with the top-ranked firm. This is a routine selection process for professional services.

• Presentations by AVCON, Inc., Barge Design Solutions, and KG Development Services, LLC
• Ratify scoring process for engineering firm selection
• Authorization to negotiate with top-ranked firm

The CRA Board reviewed presentations from three engineering firms for the Old Town Landing on Boggy Bayou project. After scoring the presentations, the Board ratified the results and authorized staff to negotiate a contract with the highest-scoring firm.

• Approved minutes from November 15, 2022 meeting (6-0)
• Ratified scoring process for engineering firms, ranking KG Development Services first with 86.66 (6-0)
• Authorized staff to negotiate with top-ranked firm KG Development Services (6-0)

City Council

The Niceville City Council will hold public hearings and final votes on several rezoning requests, two variance requests, and a garbage/recycling rate increase. The agenda also includes updates on the Youth Advisory Council, baseball bleachers, and committee assignments.

• Deer Moss Creek 11, 102-lot phase preliminary and final review
• Rezoning of 916 Linden Ave and 206 Niceville Ave from R-1 to R-1B (final reading)
• Rezoning of 450 Reeves St from R-2 to PUD (final reading)
• Variance for 324 Fir Ave to allow 9'6" rear setback instead of 15'
• Resolution 23-01-02 establishing garbage/recycling rate increase

The Council approved three rezoning ordinances and a special exception for a garage expansion. They also established a new grant process for Tourist Development District funds and approved a 4.77% increase in residential and commercial garbage and recycling rates.

• Approved preliminary and final review for Deer Moss Creek 11, 102 lot phase (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved rezoning of 916 Linden Ave from R-1 to R-1B (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 206 Niceville Ave from R-1 to R-1B (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 450 Reeves St from R-2 to PUD (5-0)
• Denied rear setback variance for 324 Fir Ave (2-3)
• Approved side setback special exception for 311 17th St (5-0)
• Approved 4.77% rate increase for residential and commercial garbage and recycling (5-0)
• Approved $22,500 in funding for various community organizations (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Niceville Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on January 3, 2023, to review three items: a special exception for a reduced side setback at 311 17th St, a variance for a reduced side setback at 324 Fir Ave, and preliminary and final review of Deer Moss Creek II, a 102-lot phase. The City Council will hear these requests at its January 10, 2023 meeting.

• Special exception request by Jason and Sandra Frasure for 7'6" side setback (required 10') at 311 17th St, Lot 14, Block 3, Niceville Pines
• Variance request by Brit and Lorenzo Internicola for 9'6" side setback (required 15') at 324 Fir Ave
• Preliminary and final review of Deer Moss Creek II, a 102-lot phase, submitted by Matt Zinke of Jenkins Engineering on behalf of RPI
• All items will be forwarded to City Council on January 10, 2023

The Planning Commission approved two residential setback exceptions and the preliminary and final review for a 102-lot phase of the Deer Moss Creek development.

• Approved Special Exception for 7.6' side setback at 311 17th St (4-0)
• Approved preliminary and final review of Deer Moss Creek 11, a 102-lot phase (4-0)
• Approved variance for 9' 6" side setback at 324 Fir Ave (3-1)
• Approved December 5, 2022 minutes