North Port public meetings in 2025

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet to discuss recent and upcoming department events. The board is also scheduled to review and potentially take action on the draft 2025 Annual Report.

• Review and possible approval of Draft 2025 Annual Report
• Discussion of recent and upcoming Parks & Recreation Department events
• Review of department agenda items for recent and upcoming City Commission meetings

Planning & Zoning Advisory Board

The Planning & Zoning Advisory Board will discuss its 2025 annual report and consider an amendment to the Unified Land Development Code regarding business hours in commercial zoning districts.

• Approval of November 6, 2025, meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2025 Annual Report to City Commission
• Consideration of Unified Land Development Code amendment (Section 3.2.4)
• Review of proposed ordinance changes for CT and COR zoning districts
• Presentation on Planning 101 Training

Charter Review Advisory Board

The Charter Review Advisory Board will discuss recommending new verbiage to allow the city to borrow money and for charter officers to live outside the city. The board will also review its 2025 annual report and an update on a City Commission agenda item regarding commissioner communication with staff.

• Discussion on recommending verbiage for city borrowing (Ordinance 2024-48)
• Discussion on recommending verbiage for charter officers living outside the city (Ordinance 2024-49)
• Review of the 2025 Annual Report
• Update on City Commission agenda item 26-0181 regarding commissioner communication
• Approval of September 17, 2025 minutes

Community Economic Development Advisory Board

The Community Economic Development Advisory Board will discuss and possibly recommend adopting Ordinance No. 2026-04, which amends the Unified Land Development Code regarding standard district use standards. The board will also approve the minutes from its November 18, 2025 meeting.

• Recommendation to adopt Ordinance No. 2026-04
• Approval of November 18, 2025 CEDAB Minutes
• Discussion on Unified Land Development Code amendments
• Review of Economic Development Element and Use Table changes

Municipal Firefighters Pension Trust Fund Board of Trustees

The Municipal Firefighters Pension Trust Fund Board will consider a line-of-duty disability application filed by Victor Cleveland. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda; the remainder of the meeting is procedural.

• New Business: Line-of-Duty Disability Application for Victor Cleveland (reference 26-0227)

Municipal Firefighters Pension Trust Fund Board of Trustees

The Municipal Firefighters Pension Trust Fund Board of Trustees will hold a routine meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, ratify paid invoices, and approve new invoices and a fund activity report. New business includes a proposed revision to the 2026 meeting schedule and an update on trustee terms. The board will also hear reports from the investment consultant and board attorney.

• Approve September 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Ratify paid invoices and approve new invoices
• Approve fund activity report (Sept 13–Dec 4, 2025)
• Proposed revision to 2026 meeting dates
• Update on trustee terms

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will meet to welcome new employees and present several awards and certifications. The agenda is primarily procedural and focused on recognitions.

• Welcome of new employees (25-3070)
• Certification presentation to City Clerk Heather Faust (25-3028)
• People's Choice Trophy presentation to North Port Parks & Recreation Ignite Team (25-3043)
• Quarterly Gem Award presentation to Barber Shop #1 (25-3044)
• Workplace Well-Being Leading the Way Award presentation to Human Resources Department (25-3048)

Code Enforcement Hearing

The North Port Code Enforcement Hearing will review dozens of code‑violation cases, issuing compliance orders, fines, and permit requirements. Violations include illegal trash containers, prohibited parking, debris accumulation, and unsafe structures. The hearing officer will set deadlines for owners to correct the issues before daily fines are imposed.

• 2307 Hagerick Lane – unsafe roof, $250/day fine (no maximum) if not corrected by Sep 22 2025
• 1454 Ronald Street – abandoned property, $10/day fine up to $1,000 after Sep 22 2025
• 4362 Kendall Avenue – truck parked in right‑of‑way, $10/day fine up to $1,000 after Dec 9 2025
• 1421 Oregon Lane – debris in city right‑of‑way, $10/day fine up to $1,000 after Nov 18 2025
• 4080 Kincord Lane – inoperable vehicle, prohibited parking violation

City Commission Special Meeting

The North Port City Commission will hold a special meeting on December 11, 2025, to discuss and possibly take action regarding the placement of the City Manager on administrative leave. The sole substantive agenda item is a resolution (26-0216) addressing this personnel action.

• Discussion and possible action on resolution 26-0216 regarding placement of the City Manager on administrative leave

Historic and Cultural Advisory Board

The Historic and Cultural Advisory Board will review the 2025 Annual Report and consider recommendations for the City Commission. It will also vote to approve the 2026 meeting schedule for the Historic and Cultural Advisory Committee. Additionally, the Board will discuss proposed changes to its own responsibilities and duties.

• Discussion and possible action on presentation of the 2025 Annual Report to the City Commission (Item 26-0172)
• Approval of the Historic and Cultural Advisory Committee meeting schedule for 2026 (Item 26-0176)
• Recommendation to modify Board responsibilities and duties (Item 26-0198)
• Approval of the October 8, 2025 meeting minutes (Item 26-0190)

The Historic and Cultural Advisory Board approved the October 8, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the 2025 Annual Report to the City Commission as a written memorandum. Finally, the Board approved the 2026 meeting schedule for the Historic and Cultural Advisory Board.

• Approved Oct 8, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved 2025 Annual Report memo to City Commission (3-0)
• Approved 2026 board meeting schedule (3-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The North Port City Commission will consider approving funding for the Emergency Operations Center, amending water and wastewater capacity fees, and ratifying a police department technology agreement. The body will also discuss a collective bargaining agreement with police officers.

• Approve $1,685,105 for Emergency Operations Center
• Amend water and wastewater capacity fees
• Ratify police department internet/cable services agreement
• Approve police union collective bargaining agreement
• Approve $12,748,398 for EOC construction contract

The City Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, except for one item that was pulled for discussion. The commission then approved a first amendment to Contract No. 2022‑28 with Sweet Sparkman Architects for $3,044,062.05, removing language related to Dallas White Park. A 3‑2 vote accepted Ms. Day’s review of the City Charter Section 5.02 and Personnel Policy Manual Section 6.8. Motions to amend the charter language and to task the Charter Review Advisory Board both failed 2‑3.

• Approved meeting agenda (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda with Item 25‑2350 pulled (5‑0)
• Approved amendment to Contract No. 2022‑28 for $3,044,062.05 (5‑0)
• Approved First Amendment to Construction Manager contract for $335,169.00 (consent agenda)
• Approved multiple grant applications and agreements on consent agenda (e.g., $95,000 law‑enforcement grant, $55,000 community development grant)
• Accepted Ms. Day’s review of Charter Section 5.02 and Personnel Policy Section 6.8 (3‑2)
• Motion to amend charter language to allow commissioners to question staff failed (2‑3)
• Motion to task Charter Review Advisory Board to study charter revision failed (2‑3)

Art Advisory Board

The North Port Art Advisory Board will meet on December 9, 2025 at City Hall. The board will approve the October 21, 2025 meeting minutes and discuss several art projects, including the draft 2025 Annual Report, the "Three Graces" rock sculpture, and the Garden of 5 Senses sculpture. The board will also consider the fiscal budget for the Art Advisory Board. Public comment will be allowed after each presentation.

• Approve October 21, 2025 Art Advisory Board meeting minutes (Agenda Item 5).
• Discuss draft 2025 Annual Report to the City Commission (Agenda Item 6, item A).
• Discuss the "Three Graces" rock sculpture project (Agenda Item 6, item B).
• Discuss the Garden of 5 Senses sculpture (Agenda Item 6, item C).
• Discuss the fiscal budget for the Art Advisory Board (Agenda Item 7).

The board unanimously approved the October 21, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the 2025 Annual Report with the noted changes and additions. A motion was passed to appoint Chair Rathgeber to contact the artist for the Garden of 5 Senses sculpture. Other items were discussed but no further actions were taken.

• Approved October 21, 2025 meeting minutes (Yes: Chair Rathgeber, Vice Chair Gruenberg, Board Member Doczy, Board Member Falk)
• Approved 2025 Annual Report with changes (Yes: Chair Rathgeber, Vice Chair Gruenberg, Board Member Doczy, Board Member Falk)
• Appointed Chair Rathgeber to reach out to artist for Garden of 5 Senses sculpture (Yes: Chair Rathgeber, Vice Chair Gruenberg, Board Member Doczy, Board Member Falk)

Environmental Advisory Board

The Environmental Advisory Board will discuss and possibly take action on relocating trees from development properties to designated areas, including related tree protection regulations. They will also consider a property adjacent to Myakkahatchee Creek for preservation through a county land acquisition program. Presentations on the city's Land Acquisition Program and potential future development projects are scheduled.

• Discussion and possible action on tree relocation and crediting from development properties (Chapter 6 Tree Protection Regulations attached)
• Discussion and possible action on a property adjacent to Myakkahatchee Creek for preservation via Sarasota County Land Acquisition and Management Program
• Presentation and discussion on City's Land Acquisition Program using Environmental Protection Fund (with maps and scorecard)
• Presentation and discussion on potential future development projects in North Port
• Discussion on presentation of the Environmental Advisory Board 2025 Annual Report to the City Commission

The board approved the November 3, 2025 Environmental Advisory Board minutes with a 3‑0 vote. They agreed to present the 2025 Annual Report to the City Commission using Option 3. The board voted to include the property adjacent to Myakkahatchee Creek (PID #0997034655) in the North Port Land Acquisition Program (3‑0). They also approved pursuing properties in ranking order (2‑1) and removed future development project presentations from future agendas (2‑1).

• Approved November 3, 2025 minutes (3‑0)
• Consensus to present 2025 Annual Report to City Commission via Option 3
• Included Myakkahatchee Creek property (PID #0997034655) in Land Acquisition Program (3‑0)
• Pursued properties in ranking order for Land Acquisition Program (2‑1)
• Removed future development project presentation from future agendas (2‑1)

City Commission Workshop

This is a workshop meeting of the North Port City Commission. The commission will discuss and possibly direct staff on future needs of the Senior Center, Awaken Church, North Port Art Center, and Kiwanis Club, and will consider an implementation plan for a special district to fund infrastructure for Activity Centers 6 and 10. Presentations include a quarterly economic development update and a brand strategy workshop.

• Presentation and discussion of quarterly economic development update
• Workshop on brand strategy and recommended mission, vision, and values
• Discussion on future needs of North Port Senior Center, Awaken Church, Art Center, and Kiwanis Club
• Discussion on implementation plan for a special district to fund infrastructure for Activity Centers 6 and 10

The commission reached consensus on several actions. It directed the City Manager to work with local nonprofits on facility repairs and relocations, and to explore land options for the Art Center and Kiwanis Club. It also instructed the City Manager and City Attorney to prepare a resolution for a uniform collection method and to develop a legislative concept, assessment methodology, and inter‑county assistance for an independent special district to fund infrastructure at Activity Centers 6 and 10.

• Directed City Manager to work with Awaken Food Pantry to explore repairs at the Community Educational Center
• Directed City Manager to move North Port Senior Center operations to George Mullen Activity Center
• Directed City Manager to find land and draft lease options for North Port Art Center and Kiwanis Club
• Directed City Manager and City Attorney to prepare a Resolution of Intent using the Uniform Method of Collection for FY2027
• Directed City Manager to develop a legislative concept for an independent special district for Activity Centers 6 and 10 for the 2027 session
• Directed City Manager to develop assessment methodology for the proposed special districts
• Directed City Manager to seek assistance from Sarasota, DeSoto, and Charlotte Counties on legislative action for the special district
• All actions were adopted by consensus; no vote tallies were recorded

Citizens Tax Oversight Committee

The Citizens Tax Oversight Committee will review the City of North Port Surtax III Expenditure Report for Fiscal Year 2024, examine changes made by the City Commission to infrastructure projects or sales tax allocations, and consider a memorandum to the City Commission on these findings. The committee will also vote on approving minutes from prior meetings dating back to 2021.

• Review of City of North Port Surtax III Expenditure Report for FY 2024
• Review of City Commission changes to infrastructure projects or allocation of sales tax proceeds
• Discussion and possible action on a memorandum to City Commission regarding the surtax expenditure review
• Approval of minutes from meetings in September and October 2021, September 2024, and September and November 2025

The Citizens Tax Oversight Committee lacked a quorum, with only two of four members present. No votes were recorded for any agenda items. The meeting was adjourned at 5:45 p.m. No substantive actions were approved.

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will approve the October 16, 2025 meeting minutes and discuss the election of a Chair and Vice Chair. It will consider recruiting volunteer judges for the Annual Poinsettia Parade and will review and potentially endorse the Parks & Recreation Master Plan to the City Commission. The board will also vote on the amended 2026 Annual Meeting Schedule and provide updates on recent department events.

• Approve October 16, 2025 Parks & Recreation Advisory Board meeting minutes (Item A 25-2979)
• Discuss and possibly act on election of Chair and Vice Chair (Item A 25-2973)
• Discuss recruitment of volunteer judges for the Annual Poinsettia Parade (Item B 25-3067)
• Review and possible endorsement of the Parks & Recreation Master Plan to the City Commission (Item C 25-2811)
• Approve the amended 2026 Annual Meeting Schedule (Item D 25-3010)

The advisory board voted unanimously to endorse the Parks & Recreation Master Plan and recommend its approval to the City Commission. The board also moved the January 2026 meeting date from the 22nd to the 15th and approved a bi‑monthly meeting schedule with the option for special meetings. A motion to defer the election of Chair and Vice Chair to the January 15, 2026 meeting was also carried. No action was taken on recruiting volunteer judges for the annual Poinsettia Parade.

• Endorsed Parks & Recreation Master Plan, recommending City Commission approval (7-0)
• Deferred election of Chair and Vice Chair to Jan 15, 2026 meeting (7-0)
• Changed Jan 22, 2026 meeting to Jan 15, 2026 (7-0)
• Approved bi‑monthly meeting schedule with option for special meetings (7-0)
• No action taken on recruitment of volunteer judges for the Poinsettia Parade (0-0)

Fire Rescue District Governing Body

The Fire Rescue District Governing Body will approve the minutes from two previous meetings and establish the schedule and location for its regular meetings in 2026.

• Approval of September 4 and 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Resolution to establish 2026 regular meeting schedule and location

The board approved the meeting agenda and the September 2025 Fire Rescue District minutes. It also adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑79, setting the schedule and location for regular district meetings in 2026. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved September 4 and September 18, 2025 Fire Rescue District minutes (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑79 establishing 2026 meeting schedule (5-0)

Road and Drainage District Governing Body

The Road and Drainage District Governing Body will approve the minutes from its October 28, 2025 meeting and establish the schedule and location for its regular meetings in 2026. The public may submit comments in person, online, or via voice mail prior to the meeting.

• Approval of October 28, 2025 Governing Body Minutes
• Resolution establishing 2026 regular meeting schedule and location
• Public comment period available in person, online, and via voice mail

The Road and Drainage District Governing Body unanimously approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda. It also approved the October 28, 2025 meeting minutes. Finally, the board adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑80, which sets the schedule and location for the district's regular 2026 meetings. The meeting was adjourned with no public comment.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved October 28, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑80 establishing 2026 meeting schedule (5-0)

Solid Waste District Governing Body

The Solid Waste District Governing Body will hold a public hearing to adopt a resolution establishing the schedule and location of regular meetings for the 2026 calendar year. The consent agenda includes approval of three previous meeting minutes from April and September 2025.

• Approve minutes from April 22, 2025, September 18, 2025, and September 23, 2025 Solid Waste District meetings
• Public hearing on Resolution 2025-R-81 to set the 2026 regular meeting schedule and location
• Public comment periods for general city business and for the public hearing item

The governing body approved its agenda and the consent agenda, which included approval of three prior meeting minutes. It then adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑81 establishing the schedule and location for the Solid Waste District's regular meetings in 2026. All motions carried with unanimous support from the five members present.

• Approved agenda (Yes: Mayor Emrich, Vice Mayor Langdon, Commissioner Duval, Commissioner Petrow, Commissioner Stokes)
• Approved consent agenda, including April 22, September 18, and September 23, 2025 Solid Waste District meeting minutes (Yes: Mayor Emrich, Vice Mayor Langdon, Commissioner Duval, Commissioner Petrow, Commissioner Stokes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑81 establishing 2026 Solid Waste District meeting schedule and location (Yes: Mayor Emrich, Vice Mayor Langdon, Commissioner Duval, Commissioner Petrow, Commissioner Stokes)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will hold public hearings on several preliminary subdivision plats and consider ordinances including a first reading to amend water/wastewater capacity fees (Ord. 2025-35) and a budget amendment for the Emergency Operations Center (Ord. 2025-34). Consent agenda items include a technology services agreement up to $20,981 and a $2.28 million grant application for water control structure replacement. General business includes discussion on speed detection camera system amendment and election of mayor and vice mayor.

• First reading of ordinance to amend water/wastewater capacity fees (Ord. 2025-35)
• First reading of $1,685,105 budget amendment for Emergency Operations Center (Ord. 2025-34)
• Public hearing on preliminary plat for 156-lot West Lake residential subdivision
• Discussion on first amendment to speed detection camera agreement with RedSpeed Florida
• Resolution to acquire property for Hillsborough/Cranberry intersection improvements

The commission approved the consent agenda items, including a technology services agreement with Sarasota County for up to $20,980.80, a $2,282,907 grant application for a water control structure, and two special event assistance awards up to $1,000. It also approved four preliminary subdivision plats—Madera at Wellen Park, West Lake, Fire Station 87 parcel split, and Wellen Park Downtown Phase 5—each passing with a unanimous 5‑0 vote.

• Approved Technology Services Agreement with Sarasota County (up to $20,980.80) (5-0)
• Approved Application to Resilient SRQ Community Development Block Grant ($2,282,907) (5-0)
• Approved Special Event Assistance award to Chez Malinois LLC (up to $500) (5-0)
• Approved Special Event Assistance award to St. Andrew’s Ukrainian Religious and Cultural Center (up to $1,000) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑R‑71 for Madera at Wellen Park subdivision (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑R‑72 for West Lake subdivision (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑R‑73 for Fire Station 87 parcel split subdivision (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑R‑76 for Wellen Park Downtown Phase 5 replat (5-0)

Community Economic Development Advisory Board

The Community Economic Development Advisory Board will consider approving the October 21, 2025 meeting minutes and discuss several new business items. Key discussions include review and possible approval of a draft annual report, recommendations on affordable and obtainable housing, Sarasota Memorial Hospital progress, commercial development diversity, and workforce education. The board will also discuss a recommendation on a city ordinance concerning Corridor Transitional and Corridor Hours of Operation. Staff will provide an update on city economic development efforts.

• Approve the October 21, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion and possible action on the draft annual report
• Discussion on affordable/obtainable housing, SMH progress, commercial diversity, and workforce education
• Discussion on recommendation for ordinance: Corridor Transitional and Corridor Hours of Operation
• Discussion on the 2025 annual reporting

The advisory board voted to approve the October 21, 2025 meeting minutes. The board also approved the draft annual report presentation to be forwarded to the City Commission. Both motions passed unanimously with all eight members voting yes. No other actions were taken.

• Approved October 21, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Approved draft annual report presentation to Commission (8-0)

North Port Non-Profits United (NP2)

The North Port Non-Profits United advisory board will discuss and vote on approving its 2025 Annual Report to the City Commission. The board also will vote on minutes from its October 20 meeting. Public comment is allowed on agenda items.

• Discussion and action on approval of the 2025 Annual Report to the City Commission (Item 25-3061)
• Approval of October 20, 2025 meeting minutes (Item 25-2981)

The board approved the October 20, 2025 Non‑Profits United advisory board minutes with a unanimous 3‑0 vote. It also approved a motion directing the staff liaison to prepare the 2025 annual report in PowerPoint format for future approval, also by a 3‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved October 20, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Directed staff liaison to create annual report PowerPoint (3-0)

Citizens Tax Oversight Committee

The Citizens Tax Oversight Committee will review the City of North Port Surtax III Expenditure Report for Fiscal Year 2024 and discuss changes made by the City Commission to infrastructure projects or sales tax proceeds. The meeting includes the approval of minutes from previous meetings and a discussion regarding a memorandum for the review of the expenditure reports.

• Review of FY 2024 Surtax III Expenditure Report
• Discussion of City Commission changes to infrastructure projects
• Approval of minutes from September 28, 2021 and October 18, 2021
• Approval of minutes from September 24, 2024
• Discussion of Memorandum for review of FY 2024 Surtax III Expenditure Reports

The Citizens Tax Oversight Committee met on November 13, 2025, but Assistant City Clerk Powell noted there was not a quorum. Because a quorum was absent, no actions were approved, denied, or tabled. The meeting was adjourned at 10:15 a.m.

Planning & Zoning Advisory Board

The Planning & Zoning Advisory Board will hold quasi-judicial public hearings on four preliminary subdivision plats: West Lake (156 single-family lots), Fire Station 87 (public safety and park parcels), Wellen Park Downtown Phase 5 replat, and Madera at Wellen Park (32 townhomes). The board will also discuss and possibly approve its 2026 meeting schedule.

• Public hearing on Preliminary Subdivision Plat for West Lake, 156 lots on 164.48 acres south and west of Preto Boulevard and north of Playmore Road.
• Public hearing on Preliminary Subdivision Plat for Fire Station 87, creating a public safety parcel and open-space park on 4.77 acres at Manasota Beach Road and Preto Boulevard.
• Public hearing on Preliminary Subdivision Replat for Wellen Park Downtown Phase 5, 76.73 acres west of West Villages Parkway and east of Preto Boulevard.
• Public hearing on Preliminary Subdivision Plat for Madera at Wellen Park, 32 townhome lots on 8.65 acres north of Tamiami Trail and west of North River Road.
• General business: Discussion and possible action on the 2026 meeting schedule.

The Planning & Zoning Advisory Board approved the September 18, 2025 meeting minutes. It unanimously recommended the City Commission approve three large subdivision plats—West Lake, Fire Station 87, and Wellen Park Downtown Phase 5. The board also recommended approval of the Madera at Wellen Park subdivision, with one member voting no. Finally, the board approved the 2026 meeting schedule for the advisory board.

• Approved September 18, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0)
• Recommended City Commission approve West Lake Preliminary Subdivision Plat (PSPP‑25‑02711) (6‑0)
• Recommended City Commission approve Fire Station 87 Preliminary Subdivision Plat (PSPP‑25‑03327) (6‑0)
• Recommended City Commission approve Wellen Park Downtown Phase 5 Preliminary Subdivision Replat (PSPP‑25‑03102) (6‑0)
• Recommended City Commission approve Madera at Wellen Park Preliminary Subdivision Plat (PSPP‑25‑01904) (5‑1)
• Approved 2026 Planning & Zoning Advisory Board meeting schedule (5‑0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

This is a largely procedural meeting with no substantive decisions or public hearings. The agenda includes welcome of new employees, several proclamations, and a presentation of a key to the city to Bill Gunnin. Public comment periods are scheduled.

• Key to the City awarded to Bill Gunnin
• Proclamation declaring November 7, 2025 as Love Your Lawyer Day
• Presentation of donated forfeiture funds to local organizations via Resolution 2025-R-37
• Proclamation declaring November 19, 2025 as National Geographic Information System Day
• Proclamation declaring November 9–15, 2025 as Law Enforcement Records Personnel Week

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda. They welcomed new city employees. The commission presented a Key to the City for Bill Gunnin and accepted several proclamations and donated forfeiture‑fund checks for local organizations.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Welcomed new employees (item 25-2936)
• Presented Key to the City to Bill Gunnin (item 25-2873)
• Presented proclamation naming Nov 7, 2025 Love Your Lawyer Day (item 25-2313)
• Presented proclamation naming Nov 19, 2025 National GIS Day (item 25-2815)
• Presented proclamation naming Nov 9‑15, 2025 Law Enforcement Records Personnel Week (item 25-2900)
• Presented checks for donated forfeiture funds to local organizations (item 25-2730)

Joint Management Advisory Board

The Joint Management Advisory Board will consider approving minutes from the November 5, 2024 meeting. New business includes discussion and possible action on the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 event calendar for the North Port Performing Arts Center (NPPAC), board recruitment, and a facility needs report. Public comment is allowed on all items.

• Approve minutes of November 5, 2024 meeting
• Discuss and possibly act on 2025-2026 event calendar for North Port Performing Arts Center (NPPAC)
• Discuss board recruitment
• Discuss facility needs report

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will discuss possible amendments to impact fee exemptions for affordable housing and government use, a draft impact fee deferral program, and process improvements. Also on the agenda are a first reading of an ordinance setting the 2026 meeting schedule, resolutions transferring a property on Manila Avenue and granting construction easements, and a discussion on limiting hours of operation for non-residential uses in Corridor Transitional and Corridor zoning districts. The consent agenda includes terminating a $26,029.50 contract with CivicPlus and disposing of surplus assets.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 2025-32 establishing the 2026 City Commission meeting schedule
• Resolution No. 2025-R-74 transferring property on Manila Avenue (Parcel ID 1144073425) to the North Port Road and Drainage District
• Resolution No. 2025-R-84 granting permanent and temporary construction easements on parcels 0793-00-1010 and 0815-00-1010
• Discussion on affordable housing impact fee exemption/reduction, government use exemption, and impact fee deferral program (Item 25-2969)
• Discussion on limiting hours of operation for non-residential uses in Corridor Transitional and Corridor zoning districts (Item 25-2975)

The commission approved its agenda and consent agenda, including termination of a $26,029.50 CivicPlus contract and disposition of surplus assets. It directed the city manager, with the city attorney, to collaborate with Sarasota County Tax Collector Mike Moran on plans for a new tax‑collector building on the City Hall campus. The commission moved Ordinance No. 2025‑32 to a second reading and adopted two resolutions transferring property and granting construction easements. It also approved an ordinance to create an affordable‑housing impact‑fee exemption and deferral program, passing 3‑2.

• Approved agenda (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda (5‑0)
• Approved termination of CivicPlus contract $26,029.50 (consent agenda)
• Approved disposition of surplus assets (consent agenda)
• Directed City Manager to work with Tax Collector on new building, including City Attorney (5‑0)
• Continued Ordinance No. 2025‑32 to second reading on Nov 18 (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑74 transferring Manila Ave property (5‑0)
• Approved affordable‑housing impact‑fee exemption/deferral ordinance (3‑2)

Environmental Advisory Board

The Environmental Advisory Board will discuss and possibly recommend changes to North Port's tree mitigation process, receive a presentation on environmental policy, and consider potential future development projects and land acquisition areas. The board will also select an option for its annual report and approve its 2026 meeting schedule.

• Presentation and discussion on environmental policy and tree mitigation process (Item 5A)
• Discussion and possible recommendation on North Port's tree mitigation process (Item 6A)
• Presentation and discussion on potential future development projects (Item 6B)
• Discussion and possible recommendation on potential land acquisition areas (Item 6D)
• Discussion and possible action on approving the amended 2026 annual meeting schedule (Item 6E)

The Environmental Advisory Board approved the October 6, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved the 2026 Annual Meeting Schedule. The board voted to continue discussion of potential land acquisition areas at the December 1, 2025 meeting. It also directed staff to revisit tree‑relocation cost and spade‑truck feasibility at the next meeting.

• Approved October 6, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Continued Item 25-3006 (potential land acquisition) to Dec 1, 2025 meeting (3-1)
• Approved the 2026 Environmental Advisory Board Annual Meeting Schedule (3-1)
• Directed Mr. Kalev to bring back discussion on tree‑relocation costs and spade‑truck feasibility at Dec 1 meeting (3-1)

City Commission Workshop

This is a City Commission workshop with no votes scheduled. Commissioners will receive two presentations: one on Deputy Emergency Manager Mike Nevarez's recent flood deployment in Arizona, and another from Development Services on potential new development projects recently submitted to the Development Review Committee. There are two public comment periods for residents to speak on any city business.

• Presentation on Arizona flood deployment by Deputy Emergency Manager Mike Nevarez
• Presentation by Development Services on potential new development projects recently submitted to the Development Review Committee

The commission met on November 3, 2025 for a workshop. Two presentations were given: one on the recent Arizona flood deployment and another on potential new development projects. No public comment was received and no formal actions or votes were taken. The meeting was adjourned at 11:14 a.m.

Road and Drainage District Governing Body

The Road and Drainage District Governing Body will hold public hearings on two resolutions. One authorizes buying a 0.0053-acre parcel on Caballero Avenue. The other approves a maintenance agreement with FDOT for Interstate 75 at Big Slough Myakkahatchee Creek. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes from three prior meetings.

• Resolution 2025-R-62: authorize purchase of 0.0053 acres on Caballero Avenue (parcel ID 0966051023)
• Resolution 2025-R-70: approve maintenance agreement with FDOT for I-75 at Big Slough Myakkahatchee Creek in Sarasota County
• Consent agenda: approval of minutes from September 4, 18, and 23, 2025 meetings

The governing body adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑62 to purchase approximately 0.0053 acres on Caballero Avenue. It also adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑70 authorizing the mayor to execute a maintenance agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation for Interstate 75 at Big Slough Myakkahatchee Creek. Both resolutions passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote.

• Adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑62 to purchase ~0.0053‑acre Caballero Ave property (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑70 to authorize mayor to execute I‑75 maintenance agreement (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items including prior meeting minutes (5‑0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The North Port City Commission will hold a second reading of an ordinance regulating alcohol sales near churches and schools, and consider a $2.3 million EPA grant for a sewer vacuum station project. The consent agenda includes awards for citywide generator services ($181,767) and a public works pole barn ($582,175), plus several lease amendments for nonprofit tenants at the Family Service Center. Commissioners will also discuss the City Clerk's evaluation and interaction with staff.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2025-31 regulating alcohol sales near churches and schools
• Approve $2.3 million EPA grant for Sewer Vacuum Station Installation Project
• Award citywide generator services contract to Paramount Power, Inc. for $181,767
• Approve 15th amendment to Wharton-Smith contract for Public Works Pole Barn ($582,175)
• Public hearing on amending Central Parc pattern plan buffer standards (Ordinance 2025-28)

The City Commission approved Ordinance No. 2025-28, adopting Option 4 for the Central Parc buffer plan with a 3‑2 vote. The commission also adopted Ordinance No. 2025-31 regulating alcohol sales near churches and schools by a unanimous 5‑0 vote. Several consent‑agenda items, including a generator services contract and an EPA grant, were approved.

• Approved Ordinance 2025-28 (Central Parc buffer plan) – vote 3‑2
• Approved Ordinance 2025-31 (Alcohol sales near churches and schools) – vote 5‑0
• Approved Request for Bid 2025-30 to Paramount Power, Inc. for $181,767
• Approved EPA Grant Agreement for Sewer Vacuum Station project – $2,300,000 federal funding
• Approved Second Amendment lease with Safe Place and Rape Crisis Center at 6619 Outreach Way
• Approved Second Amendment lease with Literacy Volunteers of South Sarasota County at 6619 Outreach Way
• Approved Fifteenth Amendment to Construction Manager at Risk Contract No. 2023-17.001 – $582,175
• Approved Disposition of surplus fleet assets per city procurement code

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Code Enforcement Hearing Board will review over 20 cases involving parking, debris, and building code violations. Several cases have proposed fines of $10/day up to $1,000, and a continued case for Estero Development Partners at 1454 Ronald Street faces a $250/day fine with no maximum for an unsafe structure. The board will also hear first-time cases and consider compliance deadlines.

• Continued case for Estero Development Partners (1454 Ronald St): $250/day fine, no maximum, for unsafe structure and debris
• Case for Giliardi Da Rosa: $6,000 fine for cutting 4,000 sq ft of trees
• Case for Marisela Rodriguez & Alejandro Cabrera (6222 Bolander Terrace): $10/day fine for heavy vehicle parking
• Case for David & Avid Franklin (2037 N Chamberlain Blvd): $10/day fine for parking violations
• Case for Donald & Beth Fanelli (6184 Hollywood Ave): multiple violations including debris, unpermitted shed, and parking

The meeting approved the September 24, 2025 Code Enforcement Hearing minutes and dismissed a trespass appeal (Case 25057779) for insufficient evidence. Several fines were levied, including $6,000 for illegal tree removal and $2,400 for a tree‑protection violation. Multiple cases were continued to the December 11, 2025 hearing.

• Approved September 24, 2025 Code Enforcement Hearing minutes
• Dismissed trespass appeal (Case 25057779) due to insufficient evidence
• Imposed $6,000 fine for illegal tree removal (Case 25-02093)
• Imposed $2,400 fine for tree‑protection violation (Case 25-00905)
• Imposed $10/day fine up to $1,000 for parking violation (Case 25-01351)
• Continued Case 25-00848 to Dec 11, 2025
• Continued Case 25-01855 to Dec 11, 2025
• Continued Case 25-02010 to Dec 11, 2025

Community Economic Development Advisory Board

The Community Economic Development Advisory Board will consider changes to its remaining 2025 meeting dates, adopt the 2026 meeting schedule, and review the roles and responsibilities of the board and its assigned liaison. The board will also approve the minutes from its July 28, 2025 meeting. No substantive policy decisions or financial actions are on the agenda.

• Approval of July 28, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion and possible action on changing remaining 2025 meeting dates
• Discussion and possible action on the 2026 meeting schedule (full year and quarterly options)
• Discussion and review of board members' and liaison roles and responsibilities

The board approved the July 28, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It voted to have staff provide timely updates on any changes. The 2026 meeting dates—Jan 20, Mar 17, May 19, Sep 15, and Nov 17—were approved. Future agenda items on housing, hospital updates, commercial development, diversity, and workforce education were added.

• Approved July 28, 2025 minutes (6‑0)
• Requested staff to provide timely updates on changes (6‑0)
• Approved 2026 meeting schedule: Jan 20, Mar 17, May 19, Sep 15, Nov 17 (6‑0)
• Added future agenda items on affordable housing, SMH updates, commercial development, diversity, and workforce education (6‑0)

Art Advisory Board

The North Port Art Advisory Board will discuss and possibly act on several public art projects, including a rock sculpture, a ceiling tile project, and a new 'Fountain of Youth' sculpture. The board will also review the 2025 Annual Report and approve the meeting schedule for 2026.

• Discussion on a Rock Sculpture Project (A. 25-2472)
• Discussion on a Ceiling Tile Project (C. 25-2364)
• Discussion on a 'Fountain of Youth' Sculpture (B. 25-2947)
• Discussion on the 2026 Art Advisory Board Meeting Schedule (A. 25-2890)
• Discussion on the Draft 2025 Annual Report to the City Commission (C. 25-2951)

The board approved the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved the 2026 Art Advisory Board meeting schedule. It adopted several requests for staff to follow up on maintenance, artist selection, and business outreach. An item on the ceiling tile project was postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved September 9, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Requested Mr. White contact Sarasota County for rock sculpture maintenance (3-0)
• Requested Mr. White prepare call for artist for Garden of Five Senses (3-0)
• Continued Item 25-2364 to the next meeting (3-0)
• Approved 2026 Art Advisory Board meeting schedule (3-0)
• Requested Mr. White contact Economic Development about incoming businesses (3-0)

North Port Non-Profits United (NP2)

The North Port Non-Profits United (NP2) Advisory Board will review 12-month impact reports from various agencies for fiscal years 2023/2024 and 2024/2025. The board will also discuss and elect a new committee member to represent the 55 and older community.

• Review of FY 2023/2024 impact reports for Awaken, Back Pack Angels, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Kiwanis, Literacy Volunteers, North Port Chorale, Teen Court, and Women's Resource Center
• Review of FY 2024/2025 impact reports for 100 Community Church, Family Promise, Friends of Shannon Staub, Laurel Civic, Meals on Wheels, One Mission, and SPARCC
• Election of a new committee member representing the 55 and older community

The board approved the September 15, 2025 advisory board minutes with a unanimous 3‑0 vote. They also approved a motion to add items and dollar amounts to the FY 2024/2025 impact reports, passing unanimously 3‑0. No other actions were taken.

• Approved September 15, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved addition of items and dollar amounts to FY 2024/2025 impact reports (3-0)

Citizens Tax Oversight Committee

The Citizens Tax Oversight Committee will approve minutes from three prior meetings. It will review the City of North Port Surtax III expenditure report for fiscal year 2024. The committee will examine changes made by the City Commission to infrastructure projects and the allocation of sales tax proceeds. Finally, it will discuss a memorandum regarding the Surtax III reports and consider possible action.

• Approve minutes for the September 24, 2024 meeting (Agenda Item A)
• Approve minutes for the September 28, 2021 and October 18, 2021 meetings (Agenda Item B)
• Approve minutes for the September 23, 2025 meeting (Agenda Item C)
• Review FY 2024 Surtax III Expenditure Report
• Discuss memorandum on Surtax III reports and possible action

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet to consider content for its FY24 annual report and approve the 2026 meeting schedule. They will also review minutes from the August 2025 meeting and discuss recent and upcoming department events and city commission agenda items.

• Discussion and possible action on content for the FY24 Annual Report (Item 6A)
• Discussion and possible action on approval of the 2026 Annual Meeting Schedule (Item 6B)
• Approval of minutes from the August 21, 2025 meeting (Item 5)
• Review of September accomplishments and upcoming Parks & Recreation events (Item 7A)
• Review of Parks & Recreation agenda items for recent and upcoming City Commission meetings (Item 7B)

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board voted to approve the August 21, 2025 meeting minutes. The board also approved the 2026 Annual Meeting Schedule. Both motions passed unanimously with five votes in favor and one member absent.

• Approved August 21, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved 2026 Annual Meeting Schedule (5-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The commission will hold a second reading and final vote on an ordinance amending the city's utility fee schedule. Consent items include funding for road widening, park construction, and disaster debris contracts. Commissioners will also discuss a proposed ordinance to impose stricter residency and activity restrictions on registered sex offenders.

• Second reading of utility fee schedule ordinance (final vote)
• $1,457,054 amendment for Dallas White Park multi-use field and ADA improvements
• $821,336.20 amendment for Boca Chica Park construction
• $295,796.50 amendment for Price Boulevard widening engineering services
• Discussion of stricter residency restrictions for registered offenders

The City Commission approved the consent agenda, then voted to approve a $1,457,054 Dallas White Park Multi‑Use Field project and an $821,336 Boca Chica Park construction contract. It also directed the City Manager to work with local nonprofits on lease needs (3‑1) and ordered a review of the Art Center MOU (4‑0). A first reading of Ordinance 2025‑28 amending the Central Parc buffer plan was approved unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda, excluding items 25-2532 and 25-2813 (4‑0)
• Approved $1,457,054 Dallas White Park Multi‑Use Field project (item 25-2814) on consent agenda
• Approved $821,336 Boca Chica Park construction (item 25-2813) – vote 3‑1
• Approved $295,796.50 engineering services for Price Blvd widening (item 25-2451) on consent agenda
• Approved $535,297.64 portable office trailer contract (item 25-2493) on consent agenda
• Directed City Manager to work with nonprofits on lease needs (item 25-2532) – vote 3‑1
• Directed City Attorney to review Art Center MOU (amended motion) – vote 4‑0
• First reading of Ordinance 2025‑28 amending Central Parc buffer plan – motion passed 4‑0

Historic and Cultural Advisory Board

The Historic and Cultural Advisory Board will discuss creating a formal policy for designating historic sites and recommending revisions to the Unified Land Development Code (ULDC) to the City Commission. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approval of September 10, 2025, meeting minutes
• Discussion on formal policy for designating historic sites
• Review of best practices from nearby municipalities like Sarasota
• Discussion on revising ULDC Code Article II Section 6.2.1-6.2.10

The board approved the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes with a 3‑1 vote. They voted 4‑0 to submit the draft historic‑site designation policy to the City Commission. They also voted 4‑0 to recommend no changes to the Unified Land Development Code sections 6.2.1‑6.2.10.

• Approved September 10, 2025 minutes (3-1)
• Submitted historic site designation draft policy to Commission (4-0)
• Recommended no changes to ULDC Code Article II Sections 6.2.1‑6.2.10 (4-0)

Environmental Advisory Board

The Environmental Advisory Board will hear a presentation on potential future development projects in North Port and discuss possible recommendations on the city's tree mitigation process. The board may also elect a new vice chair and approve its 2026 meeting schedule. No final decisions are guaranteed; most items are discussions or possible actions.

• Presentation and discussion on potential future development projects in North Port (25-2887)
• Discussion and possible recommendation on North Port's tree mitigation process (25-2707)
• Discussion and possible action on tree placement and site compatibility (25-2886)
• Discussion and possible action on electing a new vice chair (25-2885)
• Discussion and possible action on approving the 2026 meeting schedule (25-2892)

The board approved the September 8, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. After two failed nominations, Board Member Eik was elected Vice Chair with a 4‑0 vote. The board also approved the 2026 Environmental Advisory Board meeting schedule unanimously. No other actions were taken.

• Approved September 8, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Nomination of Board Member Jackomin as Vice Chair failed (2-2)
• Nomination of Board Member Drumm as Vice Chair failed (2-2)
• Elected Board Member Eik as Vice Chair (4-0)
• Approved 2026 Environmental Advisory Board meeting schedule (4-0)

City Commission Workshop

The North Port City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss the funding for the Emergency Operations Center project and the condition of the Community Services Facility. The meeting will also include a presentation on a Development Review Administrative Approval Report.

• Presentation on Emergency Operations Center funding
• Discussion on Community Services Facility condition
• Development Review Administrative Approval Report
• Public comment period
• City Commission Workshop

The commission reached consensus to have staff and the commission work aggressively on a solution that retains services in the Community Services Facility. The City Manager was directed to engage current occupants to determine minimum space requirements. The City Manager was also directed to identify the cost of replacing the building and the cost of providing trailers if needed.

• Consensus to have staff and commission work aggressively on a solution for the Community Services Facility
• Directed City Manager to engage occupants to identify minimum space requirements
• Directed City Manager to determine cost of replacing the structure
• Directed City Manager to document cost of providing trailers for occupants

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will convene for a regular meeting primarily featuring proclamations and recognitions. No ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are on the agenda. The commission will welcome new employees, issue proclamations for multiple awareness months and weeks, and present awards to city departments and staff.

• Welcome of new employees (item 3)
• Proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month (item 4B)
• Proclamation for Florida Native Plant Month (item 4C)
• Proclamation for National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (item 4H)
• Presentation of SUNsational Awards to Parks & Recreation (item 4G)

The City Commission approved the agenda as presented, with all five members voting yes. No public comments were received. The meeting included presentations of several proclamations and awards, but no further actions were taken. The meeting was adjourned at 5:02 p.m.

• Approved agenda (5-0)

Zoning Hearing

The Zoning Board of Appeals will approve minutes from its June 26, 2024 and December 16, 2024 meetings. It will review procedures and the administration of oath. The board will hold a public hearing on Petition No. PVAR-25-018, a variance request to allow a 4.3‑foot rear setback for an accessory structure in an Activity Center District where the code requires a minimum 10‑foot setback.

• Approval of minutes for the June 26, 2024 and December 16, 2024 Zoning Board meetings
• Review of procedures and administration of oath
• Public hearing on Petition No. PVAR-25-018 – variance to permit a 4.3‑foot rear setback for an accessory structure in an Activity Center District
• Public comment period
• Adjournment

The Zoning Hearing considered Petition PVAR-25-01811 requesting a reduced rear setback for an accessory structure. No public comment was received. Hearing Officer Toale approved the variance, allowing a 4.3‑foot rear setback instead of the required 10‑foot setback.

• Approved variance PVAR-25-01811 for 4.3‑foot rear setback

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The North Port Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet on September 25, 2025. The board will approve the August 21, 2025 meeting minutes. It will review recent and upcoming Parks & Recreation Department events and agenda items for upcoming City Commission meetings. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approve August 21, 2025 Parks & Recreation Advisory Board meeting minutes (Item 5)
• Review and discuss recent and upcoming Parks & Recreation Department events (Item 6A)
• Review and discuss Parks & Recreation Department agenda items for upcoming City Commission meetings (Item 6B)
• Consider future agenda items (Item 7)
• Public comment periods (Items 4 and 8)

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Code Enforcement Hearing on September 24, 2025, will address 34 property code violations across North Port. Cases cover accumulation of debris, expired building permits, prohibited parking, tree protection violations, and other infractions. The hearing officer will decide each case after staff and public comments.

• 2248 Ann Arbor Road – overflowing dumpster and debris; expired building permit.
• 1568 Atwater Drive – unpermitted concrete slab installed at rear of residence.
• 5700 & 5704 Gallatin Lane – junk, debris, and vehicles without tags; parking on grass.
• 2667 Hagerick Lane – three pine trees cut down without a permit.
• 4879 Laskey Avenue – permit required for culvert pipe off Switzerland Road.

The hearing officer approved the June 26 and August 28, 2025 Code Enforcement minutes. Several violations were found, resulting in fines, compliance deadlines, and continuation of cases to a December 11, 2025 hearing. One case was dismissed as compliant, and many properties were brought into compliance with no further action required.

• Approved June 26 and August 28, 2025 Code Enforcement Hearing minutes
• Dismissed Case No. 25-01519 as compliant
• Found Case No. 25-01037 in violation of Section 74-92; imposed $10/day fine up to $1,000 with 75‑day compliance deadline
• Continued Case No. 25-00922 to the December 11, 2025 hearing
• Continued Case No. 25-00923 to the December 11, 2025 hearing
• Set 25‑day compliance deadline and $500/day fine up to $25,000 for RV violation (Case No. 25-00922)
• Set 25‑day compliance deadline and $500/day fine up to $25,000 for right‑of‑way damage (Case No. 25-00923)
• Brought 30 listed properties into compliance with no further action required

Road and Drainage District Governing Body

The North Port Road and Drainage District Governing Body will discuss the acquisition of real property and a state highway lighting agreement. The body is also reviewing minutes from the September 4, 2025 meeting.

• Resolution 2025-R-40: State Highway Lighting, Maintenance, and Compensation Agreement for 352 streetlights on U.S. Highway 41 (FY 2025-2026)
• Resolution 2025-R-49: Purchase of real property on E. Price Boulevard (Parcel ID 1152480040)

The governing body approved its agenda and consent agenda with a 4‑1 vote. It adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑40 authorizing the mayor to execute a state highway lighting maintenance work order. It also adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑49 authorizing the purchase of real property on E. Price Boulevard. All resolutions passed unanimously among those present.

• Approved agenda (4-1)
• Approved consent agenda items, including September 4, 2025 minutes (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑40 for highway lighting maintenance (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑49 to purchase property on E. Price Boulevard (5-0)

Solid Waste District Governing Body

The Solid Waste District Governing Body will consider approving a consent agenda item that authorizes using the Sarasota County Landfill for waste disposal in Fiscal Year 2026 at an estimated cost of $3,147,710. The meeting also includes approval of the September 4, 2025 meeting minutes. This is the main substantive action on the agenda.

• Approve utilization of Sarasota County Landfill for waste disposal in FY 2026 at estimated $3,147,710 based on Resolution No. 2024-093
• Approve September 4, 2025 Solid Waste District meeting minutes

The Solid Waste District Governing Body unanimously approved its agenda. It also approved using the Sarasota County landfill for FY 2026 at an estimated cost of $3,147,710. The board approved the April 22, September 18, and September 23, 2025 Solid Waste District meeting minutes.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved utilization of Sarasota County landfill for FY 2026, budget $3,147,710 (5-0)
• Approved April 22, 2025 Solid Waste District meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved September 18, 2025 Solid Waste District meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved September 23, 2025 Solid Waste District meeting minutes (5-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will discuss and potentially approve an agreement with RedSpeed Florida, LLC for speed detection cameras in school zones. A public hearing will consider first reading of new utility rate schedules with automatic increases. Second readings of ordinances to rezone ±3.30 acres west of Jennings Boulevard from Conservation to Agricultural Estates and EC to AG classifications are scheduled. Consent items include a $2.3 million property insurance renewal, a $127,132 mowing contract, and the appointment of board members.

• General Business: Discussion and possible action on speed detection camera system for school zones (Item 25-2449).
• Public Hearing – Resolution 2025-R-66: Adopting annual utility rate schedules including automatic rate increases.
• Public Hearing – Ordinance 2025-30 (First Reading): Amending utility fee schedule.
• Public Hearing – Ordinance 2025-22 (Second Reading): Rezoning ±3.30 acres west of Jennings Boulevard from Conservation to Agricultural Estates.
• Consent Agenda: Approve $2,322,317 renewal of property and casualty insurance with Risk Strategies Company.

The Commission approved several contracts and agreements, including a 3‑2 vote to adopt a speed detection camera system for school zones. It also approved the city attorney’s employment agreement, a new water‑meter contract, and outsourced mowing services, each by a 3‑2 vote. Unanimous votes authorized a November ceremony to present a Key to the City and adopted new utility rate schedules. Various appointments and insurance renewals were approved on the consent agenda.

• Approved Advanced Water Meter System contract with Ferguson Enterprises (3-2)
• Approved Outsourced Mowing Services contract to Natural Designs Landscaping (3-2)
• Approved speed detection camera system agreement with RedSpeed Florida for school zones (3-2)
• Approved City Attorney Employment Agreement with Michael Fuino (5-0)
• Directed City Clerk to create agenda item for November Key to the City ceremony (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑66 setting new utility rate schedules (5-0)
• Appointed Ryan Persaud to Citizen Tax Oversight Committee (consent agenda)
• Approved Florida Firefighter Cancer and Death Benefits Insurance renewal (consent agenda)

Citizens Tax Oversight Committee

The committee will review the City of North Port's Surtax III Expenditure Report for fiscal year 2024. They will also examine changes made by the City Commission to infrastructure projects or allocation of sales tax proceeds to ensure procedural requirements were followed. Additionally, the committee may discuss and take possible action on a memorandum regarding the surtax report to the City Commission. Approval of minutes from prior meetings is also on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from September 24, 2024, and earlier meetings (September 28, 2021 and October 18, 2021)
• Review of City of North Port Surtax III Expenditure Report for FY 2024
• Review of changes by City Commission to infrastructure projects or allocation of sales tax proceeds
• Discussion and possible action on memorandum to City Commission regarding surtax expenditure report

The Citizens Tax Oversight Committee met on September 23, 2025, but Assistant City Clerk Powell noted there was not a quorum. Only Board Member Leboutiller was present; Board Members Rand and Simon were absent. Because a quorum was not present, no votes or approvals were recorded for any agenda items.

Municipal Firefighters Pension Trust Fund Board of Trustees

The Municipal Firefighters Pension Trust Fund Board of Trustees will meet to approve prior meeting minutes, ratify paid invoices, and consider a proposal for actuarial services. The agenda also includes updates on trustee terms, proposed meeting dates, and the 2025-2026 budget.

• Approval of June 20, 2025 minutes
• Ratification of paid invoices (25-2826)
• New invoices for payment approval (25-2827)
• Actuarial services fee proposal (25-2820)
• Proposed 2025-2026 budget (25-2823)

The trustees approved the 2025-2026 budget, the auditor engagement letter, and the proposed 2026 meeting dates. They also approved the rebalance of BlackRock funds and updated the Summary Plan Description. All consent‑agenda items and the appointment of an acting chairman were approved unanimously.

• Approved Scott Duff as acting chairman (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved June 20, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0 vote)
• Approved consent‑agenda items: paid invoices (25‑2826), new invoices (25‑2827), fund activity report (25‑2828) (4‑0 vote)
• Approved 2026 meeting dates: March 20, June 20, September 18, December 18 (4‑0 vote)
• Approved 2025‑2026 budget (4‑0 vote)
• Approved Summary Plan Description update (4‑0 vote)
• Approved Auditor Engagement Letter (4‑0 vote)
• Approved rebalance of BlackRock funds (4‑0 vote)

Planning & Zoning Advisory Board

The Planning & Zoning Advisory Board will consider an ordinance to amend the Unified Land Development Code for the Central Parc at North Port Pattern Plan. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Approve minutes from September 4, 2025, and July 17, 2025, meetings
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 2025-28 for Central Parc pattern plan amendment
• Consideration of two waivers from the 2010 ULDC Section 21-9 Table 1
• Review of buffer plan revisions for property north of Greenwood Avenue

The board approved the September 4 and July 17 Planning & Zoning Advisory Board meeting minutes unanimously. A motion to extend the public hearing presentation by five minutes also passed unanimously. The board then voted to recommend that the City Commission approve Petition No. PMCPA-24-00000114 via Ordinance No. 2025-28, without granting the two requested waivers and with Type 2 buffer specifications for Lakes 5, 9, and 13.

• Approved September 4, 2025 meeting minutes (7‑0)
• Approved July 17, 2025 meeting minutes (7‑0)
• Extended public hearing presentation by 5 minutes (7‑0)
• Recommended City Commission approve Petition PMCPA‑24‑00000114 via Ordinance 2025‑28 without waivers (7‑0)

City Commission Special Meeting

The City Commission will hold a special budget meeting to conduct second readings and public hearings on four ordinances. Key decisions include adopting the fiscal year 2025-2026 non-district budget and capital improvement program, setting the ad valorem millage rate and rolled-back rate, and activating new Communications and Information Technology departments.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2025-26 to activate a Communications Department
• Second reading of Ordinance 2025-27 to activate an Information Technology Department
• Second reading of Ordinance 2025-24 adopting the ad valorem millage rate and rolled-back rate for FY 2025-2026
• Second reading of Ordinance 2025-25 adopting the non-district budget and capital improvement budget for FY 2025-2026

The commission approved the meeting agenda. It adopted Ordinance 2025-24, setting the ad valorem millage rate, and adopted Ordinance 2025-25, the non‑district budget, with Commissioner Petrow dissenting. Ordinances 2025-26 (Communications Department) and 2025-27 (Information Technology Department) failed to pass. All votes are recorded as shown in the minutes.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-24 (ad valorem millage rate) (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-25 (non‑district budget) (4-1)
• Ordinance 2025-26 (Communications Department) failed (3-2)
• Ordinance 2025-27 (Information Technology Department) failed (3-2)

Fire Rescue District Governing Body

The Fire Rescue District Governing Body will hold a public hearing and vote on Resolution 2025-R-57 to adopt the final budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2025. The meeting includes two public comment periods and approval of the agenda. A fund balance report and rate comparison for FY 2024-25 versus FY 2025-26 are attached to the resolution.

• Public hearing and adoption of Resolution 2025-R-57 for the Fire Rescue District budget covering October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026
• Attached fund balance report and rate comparison between FY 2024-25 and FY 2025-26
• Provisions for supplemental appropriations, reappropriations, and budget posting
• Two public comment periods for residents to speak on any city business

The governing body approved its meeting agenda unanimously (5‑0). It then adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑57, the final Fire Rescue District budget for FY 2025‑26, with four commissioners voting yes and one voting no. No public comments were received. The meeting was adjourned at 5:25 p.m.

• Approved agenda (5‑0)
• Adopted FY 2025‑26 Fire Rescue District budget (Resolution 2025‑R‑57) – Yes: Emrich, Langdon, Duval, Stokes; No: Petrow

Road and Drainage District Governing Body

The North Port Road and Drainage District Governing Body will hold a public hearing and vote on Resolution 2025-R-58, adopting the final budget for fiscal year October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. The agenda also includes a fund balance report and a rate comparison between the current and upcoming fiscal years.

• Public hearing and adoption of Resolution 2025-R-58 for the FY 2025-2026 budget
• Fund Balance Report for the Road and Drainage District
• Rate Comparison: FY 2024-2025 vs FY 2025-2026 (details in attachments)

The governing body approved the meeting agenda unanimously. It then adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑58, the final Road and Drainage District budget for fiscal year 2025‑2026, with a 4‑1 vote; Commissioner Petrow dissented over rate increases. The meeting was adjourned shortly thereafter.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑58 (Road and Drainage District Budget) (4-1)

Solid Waste District Governing Body

The Solid Waste District Governing Body will adopt the final budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2025 and ending September 30, 2026, as set out in Resolution No. 2025‑R‑59. The agenda also includes a fund balance report for the district. Public comment will be accepted on any city business, limited to three minutes per speaker. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Adopt Final Solid Waste District Budget FY 2025‑2026 (Resolution No. 2025‑R‑59)
• Review Fund Balance Report for the Solid Waste District
• Approve meeting agenda
• Public comment period (3‑minute limit per person)
• Adjournment

The governing body approved the meeting agenda unanimously. It then adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑59, the final solid waste district budget for fiscal year October 1 2025 through September 30 2026, also unanimously. No public comments were recorded.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑59 solid waste budget (5-0)

Charter Review Advisory Board

The Charter Review Advisory Board will discuss and possibly take action on the annual review of the City Charter and approve the 2026 meeting schedule. The board will also consider approving minutes from its March 19 and June 18, 2025 meetings.

• Discussion and possible action on annual review of the City Charter
• Discussion and possible action on approval of the 2026 annual meeting schedule
• Approval of minutes from March 19, 2025 and June 18, 2025 meetings

The board approved the March 19 and June 18, 2025 meeting minutes. It adopted a quarterly meeting schedule for the 2026 charter review. The board also approved motions to discuss allowing the city to borrow funds and to consider removing the residency requirement for the city attorney. All three motions passed with a 3‑2 vote.

• Approved March 19 and June 18, 2025 minutes (3-2)
• Adopted quarterly meeting schedule for 2026 (3-2)
• Approved discussion of city borrowing funds as part of charter review (3-2)
• Approved discussion of removing residency requirement for city attorney (3-2)

North Port Non-Profits United (NP2)

The North Port Non-Profits United Advisory Board will consider approving the minutes from its May 19, 2025 meeting. It will discuss and possibly approve the 2026 annual meeting schedule. The board will also review FY 2025/2026 organization applications, supporting documentation, and the updated impact report.

• Approve May 19, 2025 NP2 Advisory Board minutes (Agenda Item 5, Ref. A. 25-2323)
• Discuss and possibly approve the 2026 annual meeting schedule (Agenda Item 6A, Ref. A. 25-2775)
• Review FY 2025/2026 organization applications and impact report (Agenda Item 6B, Ref. B. 25-2736)
• Consider future agenda items (Agenda Item 7)
• Public comment periods before and after agenda items

The board approved the May 19 2025 meeting minutes and the 2026 annual meeting schedule, each by a 4‑0 vote. It granted $16,257 across several nonprofit applications and denied two $2,000 requests. The board also extended the Family Promise compliance deadline until requirements are met.

• Approved May 19 2025 minutes (4‑0)
• Approved 2026 Annual Meeting Schedule (4‑0)
• Approved grants totaling $16,257 to various nonprofits (consensus)
• Denied Pregnancy Solutions grant request of $2,000 (consensus)
• Denied Salvation Army Sarasota County grant request of $2,000 (consensus)
• Extended Family Promise compliance deadline until met (4‑0)

Historic and Cultural Advisory Board

The Historic and Cultural Advisory Board will approve the August 13, 2025 meeting minutes (Item A 25-2638) and the amended April 9, 2025 minutes (Item B 25-2662). It will receive an update on the July 8, 2025 commission discussion about city approval of historic designations and a request to proceed with placement on the National Register of Historic Sites (Item A 25-2568). The board will also consider future agenda items and public comments before adjourning.

• Approve August 13, 2025 meeting minutes (Item A 25-2638)
• Approve amended April 9, 2025 meeting minutes (Item B 25-2662)
• Update on July 8, 2025 commission discussion of historic designations and National Register request (Item A 25-2568)
• Future agenda items
• Public comment

The Historic and Cultural Advisory Board approved the August 13, 2025 meeting minutes (item 25-2638) and the amended April 9, 2025 minutes (item 25-2662) with a 4‑1 vote each. The board also approved a motion to modify Ordinance sections C through O, again by a 4‑1 vote. All votes were recorded with four members in favor and the chair absent.

• Approved August 13, 2025 minutes (item 25-2638) – vote 4-1
• Approved amended April 9, 2025 minutes (item 25-2662) – vote 4-1
• Approved modification of Ordinance sections C‑O – vote 4-1

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will consider approving contracts for road rehabilitation and demolition services, along with multiple grant applications for emergency services and infrastructure improvements. The meeting also includes public hearings on drainage easements and a rezoning request.

• Contract No. 2025-10 for Road Rehabilitation Project (Cranberry Boulevard) with Ajax Paving Industries, LLC ($2,399,214.30)
• Grant application for Fire Station 83 Hardening ($1.1 million)
• Grant application for Fire Station 84 Hardening ($1.5 million)
• Grant application for Fixed Weir 120 Replacement ($2.9 million)
• Ordinance 2025-22 amending Future Land Use Designation from Conservation to Agricultural Estates (First Reading)

The City Commission approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included a $2,399,214.30 contract with Ajax Paving Industries for the Cranberry Boulevard road rehabilitation project. It also adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑65, granting final plat approval for the Central Parc Phase 3 residential subdivision, passing on a 4‑1 vote. Additionally, the Commission approved Resolution 2025‑R‑67 to vacate a drainage and utility easement for a Port Charlotte subdivision.

• Approved use of Communications Media Technology for hybrid meeting (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items, including $2,399,214.30 Cranberry Blvd road rehab contract
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑65 approving Central Parc Phase 3 subdivision plat (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑67 vacating drainage easement for Port Charlotte subdivision (5-0)

Art Advisory Board

The Art Advisory Board will consider two unfinished business items: a rock sculpture project and a ceiling tile artwork project. The board will also review its roles and responsibilities and vote on approving the August 12, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Discussion and possible action on a rock sculpture project
• Discussion and possible action on a ceiling tile artwork project
• Review and discussion of board roles and responsibilities
• Approval of August 12, 2025 meeting minutes

The board approved the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Board Member Falk, seconded by Board Member Doczy, and carried with three votes in favor and one member absent. No other actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved August 12, 2025 minutes (3-0)

Municipal Police Officers' Pension Trust Fund Board of Trustees

The Municipal Police Officers' Pension Trust Fund Board of Trustees holds a regular meeting with only procedural agenda items: call to order, roll call, pledge, approval of minutes, unfinished business, new business, updates, and public comment. No specific proposals, contracts, votes, or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Public comment periods before and after agenda items
• No specific new business, unfinished business, or updates detailed

City Commission Workshop

The North Port City Commission will review several funding proposals and updates, including options for the Solid Waste Transfer Station, the Effluent Pumping Station and Pipeline, and the city's 10‑Year Capital Improvement Plan. A presentation on the Parks & Recreation Master Plan will also be given. The meeting includes a public comment period for residents to address any city business.

• Item 25-2657 – Parks & Recreation Master Plan presentation
• Item 25-2580 – Funding options for the Solid Waste Transfer Station project (SW22TS)
• Item 25-2615 – Funding strategy for the Effluent Pumping Station and Pipeline project (U23EPS)
• Item 25-2616 – Discussion of the city's 10‑Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Item 25-2486 – City Manager's Report and related general business items

The commission approved the meeting agenda unanimously (4-0). It directed the City Manager to move forward with a pay-as-you-go approach, using Non-Ad Valorem Assessments, for the Solid Waste Transfer Station project and to reject both the Public‑Private Partnership and Certificates of Participation options. The commission also instructed the City Manager to prioritize funding for the Effluent Pumping Station and Pipeline project, first pursuing the State Revolving Fund with the West Villages Improvement District, then a pay-as-you-go option, while rejecting a Public‑Private Partnership.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Directed pay-as-you-go funding for Solid Waste Transfer Station, rejecting P3 and COPs options
• Prioritized funding evaluation for Effluent Pumping Station: SRF first, then pay-as-you-go, rejecting P3

Environmental Advisory Board

The Environmental Advisory Board will hear a presentation on potential future development projects in North Port. They will discuss and possibly take action on beautification initiatives, an environmental scorecard, soil properties affecting landscaping, gopher tortoise habitat protection, and the tree mitigation process. They will also approve the August 4, 2025 meeting minutes and welcome new members.

• Presentation and discussion on potential future development projects in North Port
• Discussion and possible action on North Port’s Environmental Scorecard
• Discussion and possible action on Gopher Tortoise Habitat Protection and Management Strategies
• Discussion and possible recommendation on North Port’s Tree Mitigation Process
• Approval of August 4, 2025 meeting minutes

The board voted 4‑0 to approve the August 4, 2025 Environmental Advisory Board meeting minutes. A separate 4‑0 vote carried a motion to carry Item No. 25‑2707, the tree mitigation process discussion, over to the October 8, 2025 meeting. No other actions were taken.

• Approved August 4, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Continued Item 25-2707 (tree mitigation) to Oct 8, 2025 meeting (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Advisory Board

The Planning & Zoning Advisory Board will review two petitions for property at 4043 Jennings Boulevard, including a rezone from Environmental to Agriculture and a comprehensive plan amendment.

• Approval of July 17, 2025, meeting minutes
• Public hearing on Petition PFLU-25-02427: Small-Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment
• Public hearing on Petition PRZ-25-02428: Rezone 3.30 acres from Environmental to Agriculture
• Ordinance No. 2025-21 for the Jennings Boulevard rezone
• Ordinance No. 2025-22 for the Jennings Boulevard land-use map amendment

The board voted to carry a motion to continue the July 17, 2025 Planning and Zoning Advisory Board minutes to the next meeting. It also recommended that the City Commission approve Petition PFLU‑25‑02427 to amend the Future Land Use Map, with a 5‑1 vote. Additionally, the board recommended approval of Petition PRZ‑25‑02428 to rezone 3.30 acres from Environmental to Agriculture, also by a 5‑1 vote.

• Continue July 17, 2025 minutes to next meeting (6-0)
• Recommend City Commission approve PFLU‑25‑02427 via Ordinance No. 2025‑22 (5-1)
• Recommend City Commission approve PRZ‑25‑02428 via Ordinance No. 2025‑21 (5-1)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The North Port City Commission will approve the meeting agenda, welcome new employees, and adopt several proclamations recognizing National Forensic Science Week, National Crime and Intelligence Analyst Appreciation Day, and National Aerospace Week. The Commission will also present a Certified Parks and Recreation Executive designation to Scott Jalwan and an Outstanding Community Partner Award to the Human Resources Department. Public comment will be accepted before adjournment.

• Approve agenda (Item 1)
• Welcome new employees (Item A. 25-2582)
• Adopt proclamation for National Forensic Science Week (Item A. 25-2573)
• Adopt proclamation for National Aerospace Week (Item C. 25-2605)
• Present Outstanding Community Partner Award to Human Resources Department (Item E. 25-2625)

The City Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda. The commission presented proclamations recognizing National Forensic Science Week, National Crime and Intelligence Analyst Appreciation Day, National Aerospace Week, a Certified Parks and Recreation Executive designation for Scott Jalwan, and the Outstanding Community Partner Award to the Human Resources Department. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0 vote)
• Presented proclamation for National Forensic Science Week (Sept 14‑20, 2025)
• Presented proclamation for National Crime and Intelligence Analyst Appreciation Day (Sept 20, 2025)
• Presented proclamation for National Aerospace Week (Sept 14‑20, 2025)
• Presented Certified Parks and Recreation Executive (CPRE) designation to Scott Jalwan
• Presented Outstanding Community Partner Award to Human Resources Department

City Commission Special Meeting

The North Port City Commission will consider several ordinances, including the adoption of the FY 2025‑26 non‑district budget and capital improvement program. It will also vote on creating a Communications Department and an Information Technology Department, and set the ad valorem millage rate for the upcoming fiscal year. Additional items include fund balance reports and routine public comment.

• Ordinance No. 2025-24 – Adopt the non‑district budget and capital improvement budget for FY 2025‑26.
• Ordinance No. 2025-26 – Activate a Communications Department.
• Ordinance No. 2025-27 – Activate an Information Technology Department.
• Ordinance No. 2025-27 – Adopt the ad valorem millage rate and rolled‑back rate for FY 2025‑26.
• Ordinance No. 2025-25 – Present General and Building Fund Balance Reports (change since July 23).

The City Commission approved its agenda and voted to continue four budget‑related ordinances to a second reading on September 18, 2025. Ordinance No. 2025‑26 (Communications Department) and Ordinance No. 2025‑27 (Information Technology Department) each passed 3‑2. Ordinance No. 2025‑24 (Ad Valorem Millage Rate) passed 5‑0, and Ordinance No. 2025‑25 (Non‑District Budget and Capital Improvement Budget) passed 4‑1.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Continued Ordinance No. 2025-26 to second reading (3-2)
• Continued Ordinance No. 2025-27 to second reading (3-2)
• Continued Ordinance No. 2025-24 to second reading (5-0)
• Continued Ordinance No. 2025-25 to second reading (4-1)

Fire Rescue District Governing Body

The Fire Rescue District Governing Body will hold a special budget meeting to consider two resolutions: adopting the tentative budget for FY 2025-2026 (Resolution 2025-R-54) and certifying the non-ad valorem assessment rates and roll (Resolution 2025-R-53). The board will also approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2025-R-53 to adopt and certify non-ad valorem assessment rates and roll for FY 2025-2026
• Public hearing on Resolution 2025-R-54 to adopt the tentative Fire Rescue District budget for FY 2025-2026
• Approve minutes from the June 24, 2025 Special Meeting and the January 28, 2025 Meeting
• Fund balance report and rate comparison attachments provided for budget hearing

The governing body approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda items approving the June 24, 2025 and January 28, 2025 meeting minutes. It adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑53, which sets the non‑ad valorem assessment rates and roll for FY 2025‑26, with a 4‑1 vote (Commissioner Petrow dissenting). It also adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑54, the tentative FY 2025‑26 budget, with the same 4‑1 vote and Commissioner Petrow dissenting. The meeting adjourned at 6:04 p.m.

• Approved agenda (5‑0)
• Approved June 24, 2025 minutes on consent agenda (5‑0)
• Approved January 28, 2025 minutes on consent agenda (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑53 (assessment rates) (4‑1, Petrow dissent)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑54 (tentative budget) (4‑1, Petrow dissent)

Road and Drainage District Governing Body

The North Port Road and Drainage District Governing Body will adopt the tentative budget for fiscal year October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026, setting appropriation amounts and payment terms. The board will also adopt non‑ad valorem assessment rates, capital improvements assessment rates, and the assessment roll for FY 2025‑2026. Minutes from the June 24, 2025 special meeting, June 24, 2025 regular meeting, and July 8, 2025 regular meeting will be approved, and a fund balance report and rate comparison will be reviewed.

• Approve minutes from June 24, 2025 special meeting, June 24, 2025 regular meeting, and July 8, 2025 regular meeting (Consent Agenda)
• Adopt Non‑Ad Valorem Assessment Rates and Capital Improvements Assessment Rates for FY 2025‑2026 (Resolution 2025‑R‑50)
• Adopt tentative Road and Drainage District Budget for FY 2025‑2026 (Resolution 2025‑R‑55)
• Review Fund Balance Report and rate comparison FY 2024‑2025 vs FY 2025‑2026
• Public comment period (in‑person, online, voicemail) with time limits

The governing body approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda items, including prior meeting minutes. It adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑50 setting non‑ad valorem assessment rates, with one commissioner dissenting. It also adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑55 establishing the tentative road and drainage district budget for FY 2025‑2026, again with one dissenting vote.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items, including prior minutes (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑50 assessment rates (4-1, Commissioner Petrow dissent)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑55 tentative budget (4-1, Commissioner Petrow dissent)

Solid Waste District Governing Body

The Governing Body will hold a special meeting to discuss the fiscal year 2025-2026 budget. The session includes public hearings regarding assessment rates and the tentative budget.

• Resolution 2025-R-51: Adopting and certifying Non-Ad Valorem Assessment Rates and Assessment Roll for FY 2025-2026
• Resolution 2025-R-56: Adopting the Tentative Solid Waste District Budget for FY 2025-2026
• Approval of June 24, 2025, Special Meeting Minutes

The governing body unanimously approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda items, including the June 24, 2025 special meeting minutes. It then adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑51, setting non‑ad valorem assessment rates for FY 2025‑2026. Finally, the board approved Resolution 2025‑R‑56, the tentative solid waste district budget for FY 2025‑2026. All motions passed with five votes in favor and none against.

• Approved agenda (5 Yes)
• Approved consent agenda items, including June 24, 2025 minutes (5 Yes)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑51: assessment rates for FY 2025‑2026 (5 Yes)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑56: tentative FY 2025‑2026 solid waste budget (5 Yes)

City Commission Special Meeting

The City Commission will interview three candidates for City Attorney: Michael Fuino, John Anastasio, and Regina Kardash. Following the interviews, the Commission will discuss and possibly select a candidate. Public comment is accepted before and during the meeting.

• Interview with City Attorney candidate Michael Fuino at 9:00 a.m.
• Interview with City Attorney candidate John Anastasio
• Interview with City Attorney candidate Regina Kardash
• Discussion and possible action regarding City Attorney candidates and selection

The commission voted to negotiate a contract with Michael Fuino as the next City Attorney and designated Mayor Stokes as the point of contact. Commissioners approved a three‑year contract term, a starting salary between $190,000 and $220,000, and authorized the mayor to negotiate a vehicle allowance and mileage reimbursement. All motions carried unanimously with a 5‑0 vote. No public comments were made.

• Approve contract negotiations with Michael Fuino as City Attorney; designate Mayor Stokes as point of contact (5-0)
• Approve three‑year contract for City Attorney position (5-0)
• Approve contract term to begin approximately 30 days after execution (5-0)
• Approve starting salary range $190,000‑$220,000 for City Attorney (5-0)
• Approve mayor to negotiate monthly vehicle allowance (5-0)
• Approve mayor to negotiate per‑diem mileage reimbursement for travel outside city (5-0)
• Approve mayor to write a letter of honor and gratitude to each final candidate (5-0)

Code Enforcement Hearing

The North Port Code Enforcement Hearing on Thursday, August 28, 2025 will consider a series of compliance cases listed on the agenda. After public comment, the Hearing Officer will act on each case, which involve violations such as accumulation of debris, prohibited parking, damage to public right‑of‑way, and expired permits. The agenda identifies each case by owner name, address, and code citation (e.g., 42‑23 NPCC, 59‑1(b)(4) NPCC).

• A. Amico D – 42‑23 NPCC Accumulation of Debris at 1352 Atwater Dr.
• B. Sabina Gonzalez – 59‑1(b)(4) NPCC Prohibited Parking (inoperable vehicle) at 1352 Atwater Dr.
• D. Godin Trucking & Excavating Inc – 59‑1(b)(2) NPCC Heavy‑duty vehicle parking at 2015 Switzerland Rd.
• G. Christopher Gerber – 42‑23 NPCC Accumulation of Debris at 1165 E Hallmark Blvd.
• U. William Disla & Evelyn Ramirez – 59‑1(b)(1) NPCC Prohibited parking (Silver Kia) at 3947 Meredith Ave.

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Code Enforcement Hearing Board will hear several violation cases, including expired building permits, tree protection violations, unsafe structures, and a trespass warning appeal. The board may impose fines or liens on properties found in violation.

• Zwiercan Homes Inc: expired building permit at 4533 Denmark Ave
• Minh Nguyen: 172 trees cut without permit at 5000 and 5200 S Chamberlain Blvd - continued cases with fines and liens
• Palladio Development LLC: unsafe conditions and expired permit at 2431 Manheim Ave - second hearing
• David M Bates: prohibited camper parking and possible occupancy at 4255 Grobe St - second hearing
• Trespass warning appeal by Boyarkin at 12200 San Servando Ave (Warm Mineral Springs)

The hearing officer found two cases of illegal tree clearing to be violations and ordered a combined fine of $163,000. A sidewalk violation at Sun Market Place resulted in a daily fine of $250 starting September 22, 2025. Additional violations involving an expired building permit and unsafe exterior conditions led to fines being imposed. A trespass appeal was denied and several other cases were either cleared or continued.

• B-CASE-25-00328 (Zwiercan Homes) brought into compliance, no further action required
• Cases 24-4292 and 24-4293 fined $163,000 for violations of tree‑protection regulations
• Case 25-00182 (Sun Coast Plaza) fined $250 per day, no maximum, effective September 22, 2025 for sidewalk violation
• Case 25-00482 (Palladio Development) fined for exterior structure unsafe conditions and expired permit
• Case 25-00294 (David M Bates) continued to September 24, 2025 hearing
• Case 25044659 (Boyarkin trespass appeal) denied

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will consider approving the July 17, 2025 meeting minutes, discuss and possibly act on neighborhood park land nominations, and receive updates on recent and upcoming department events, City Commission agenda items, and the Drug Free Youth Program.

• Approve the July 17, 2025 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting minutes
• Discussion and possible action regarding neighborhood park land nominations
• Review and discussion of recent and upcoming Parks & Recreation Department events
• Review and discussion of Parks & Recreation Department agenda items for recent and upcoming City Commission meetings
• Review and discussion regarding the Drug Free Youth Program

The board approved the July 17, 2025 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting minutes with a 5‑0 vote. A motion to continue the Neighborhood Park Land Nominations item (25‑2599) to the September 18, 2025 meeting passed with a 6‑0 vote. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 7:27 p.m.

• Approved July 17, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Continued Item 25-2599 to Sept 18, 2025 meeting (6-0)

Historic and Cultural Advisory Board

The Historic and Cultural Advisory Board will approve minutes from July 9 and receive an update on the July 8 City Commission discussion regarding historic designations and steps toward National Registry placement. A proposed ordinance (2018) on sensitive historic locations is attached for reference. No votes on new designations or ordinances are scheduled.

• Approve July 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Update on July 8 City Commission discussion about historic designations and National Registry process
• Proposed City Ordinance 2018 on sensitive historic locations

The Historic and Cultural Advisory Board unanimously approved the July 9, 2025 meeting minutes. The board also voted to carry Item No. 25-2568, concerning the July 8 commission discussion on historic designations, over to the next meeting. No public comments were received.

• Approved July 9, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Continued Item 25-2568 to next meeting (5-0)

Art Advisory Board

The Art Advisory Board will approve the minutes from its June 10, 2025 meeting. It will continue discussion and consider possible action on the NPAC sculpture by Mike Halligan at the Myakkahatchee Creek Greenway Trail, as well as review other projects such as a rock painting wall and a ceiling‑tile artwork project. Public comment will be allowed after each presentation.

• Approve June 10, 2025 Art Advisory Board meeting minutes (Agenda Item 5).
• Discuss and possible action on NPAC sculpture (Mike Halligan) at Myakkahatchee Creek Greenway Trail (Unfinished Business, Item 6A, ref 25‑2138).
• Discuss and possible action on Rock Painting Wall (New Business, Item 7A, ref 25‑2046).
• Discuss and possible action on Ceiling Tile Artwork Project (New Business, Item 7B, ref 25‑2364).
• Review continuation of Garden of 5 Senses sculpture discussion (Unfinished Business, Item 6C, ref 25‑2136).

The board approved the June 10, 2025 meeting minutes (vote 4‑0). It also approved a request for staff to contact Parks and Grounds Manager Jeff Nelson about the Rock Sculpture Project (vote 4‑0). A motion was adopted to have staff create an Excel spreadsheet cataloging artists and their mediums (vote 4‑0). Finally, the board approved a request for staff to contact Ms. Sturgess from Parks and Recreation for a parks update (vote 5‑0).

• Approved June 10, 2025 minutes (4‑0)
• Approved staff contact with Parks and Grounds Manager Jeff Nelson on Rock Sculpture Project (4‑0)
• Approved staff to create artist catalog spreadsheet (4‑0)
• Approved staff contact with Ms. Sturgess for parks update (5‑0)

Environmental Advisory Board

The Environmental Advisory Board meets jointly with the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board to discuss and possibly act on several environmental initiatives. Items include conservation easements for natural areas in city parks, improved inter-board communication, future park plans, micro forest planting, and flooding susceptibility. The board will also approve the June 2, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Discussion and possible action on environmental conservation easements of natural areas in city parks and city-owned recreation property
• Discussion and possible action on micro forest planting initiatives and their potential benefits for park areas
• Discussion and possible action on flooding susceptibility in park areas
• Discussion and possible action on future city park plans and their potential community benefits
• Discussion and possible action on improved communication process between the Environmental Advisory Board and Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The board approved the June 2, 2025 Environmental Advisory Board meeting minutes unanimously. It voted to review the property inventory list for potential environmentally sensitive land designations, also unanimously. The board approved adding a Parks and Recreation Advisory Board update to the monthly agenda, again unanimously.

• Approved June 2, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved review of property inventory list for environmentally sensitive land designations (5-0)
• Approved adding Parks and Recreation Advisory Board update to monthly agenda (5-0)

City Commission Special Meeting

The City Commission will meet to review semifinalists and select finalists for a new City Attorney. This process is being conducted with Doug Thomas of Strategic Government Resources (SGR).

• Review and selection of finalists for City Attorney (Item 25-2548)

The City Commission approved the agenda as presented, with all four attending commissioners voting yes and the mayor absent. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the discussion on candidates for a new City Attorney was informational only. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)

Community Economic Development Advisory Board

The Community Economic Development Advisory Board will discuss and possibly act on the 2025 meeting schedule. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting and introduce new members.

• Approval of April 15, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2025 Community Economic Development Advisory Board meeting schedule
• Presentation of new Board Member introductions

The Community Economic Development Advisory Board approved the minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Board Member Endee, seconded by Board Member Jerome, and carried with all seven members present voting yes. No other actions were decided; remaining items were discussion only.

• Approved April 15, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss and provide possible direction on the Fiscal Year 2026 City Manager's Proposed Budget, including changes and additional budget information. The commission will also discuss priorities and funding for the 10-year Capital Improvement Plan. Public comments are accepted in person, online, or by voicemail.

• Discussion and possible direction on FY2026 City Manager's Proposed Budget (Item 25-2482) with attachments including Capital Improvement Program, GovMax Worksheets, and Budget Memorandums.
• Discussion and possible direction for the 10-year Capital Improvement Plan (Item 25-2530) with priorities and funding status by categories and projects.
• Two public comment periods for residents to speak on city business or budget items.

The commission reached consensus to have the City Manager create an agenda item on moving the Communications Division to a department. They also agreed to explore a joint Building Training Program with neighboring communities, to study repurposing the George Mullen Activity Center, and to develop a path forward for a special district in East North Port before year‑end.

• Support City Manager creating agenda item for Communications Division transition (consensus)
• Explore and draft proposal to share Building Training Program with neighboring communities (consensus)
• Direct City Manager to identify purpose and budget for repurposing the George Mullen Activity Center (consensus)
• Develop proposed path forward for establishing an East North Port special district by year‑end (consensus)

City Commission Special Meeting

The City Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss the 2025 certification of taxable value and proposed millage rates for A. 25-2485. The meeting will include a presentation on the draft forms for the certification and maximum millage levy calculation.

• Discussion of 2025 Certification of A. 25-2485
• Presentation on Taxable Value and Proposed Millage
• Draft DR 420 Certification of Taxable Value Form
• Draft DR 420 MMP Maximum Millage Levy Calculation Form

The commission approved the meeting agenda unanimously. It directed the City Manager to submit the 2025 Certification of Taxable Value with a proposed millage rate of 3.7667. The commission also set the budget hearing dates for September 4 and September 18, 2025 at 5:01 p.m., each approved unanimously.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Directed City Manager to submit 2025 Certification of Taxable Value with proposed millage rate of 3.7667 (5-0)
• Approved budget hearing dates: Sept 4, 2025 at 5:01 p.m. and Sept 18, 2025 at 5:01 p.m. (5-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The commission approved a series of consent‑agenda items, including a $31,310 water‑resource monitoring agreement and a staffing contract with Advance Talent Solutions. It adopted Ordinance No. 2025‑14 changing the Warm Mineral Springs fee schedule by a 3‑2 vote, and also adopted Ordinances 2025‑16, 2025‑17, and 2025‑18 unanimously. A resolution authorizing $159,606 in forfeiture‑fund expenditures was also adopted unanimously.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 2025‑14 (Warm Mineral Springs fee change) – Yes: Emrich, Langdon, Stokes; No: Duval, Petrow (3‑2)
• Adopt Ordinance No. 2025‑16 (Hearing Officer qualifications) – Unanimous (5‑0)
• Adopt Ordinance No. 2025‑17 (Increase transportation impact fee funding $6,681,789) – Unanimous (5‑0)
• Adopt Ordinance No. 2025‑18 (Purchase from federal forfeiture funds $159,606) – Unanimous (5‑0)
• Adopt Resolution No. 2025‑R‑37 (Expenditure of $159,606 forfeiture funds) – Unanimous (5‑0)
• Approve U.S. Geological Survey water‑resource agreement – $31,310 (consent agenda)
• Approve termination of ThyssenKrupp Elevator maintenance agreement (effective 10/17/2026) (consent agenda)
• Approve staffing contract with Advance Talent Solutions, not to exceed budgeted funds (consent agenda)

Planning & Zoning Advisory Board

The Planning & Zoning Advisory Board will hold a public hearing on a petition for the Village K Townhomes subdivision. The petition, PSPP-25-02596, is presented through Resolution 2025‑R‑45 and includes a preliminary subdivision plat for a 146‑lot residential townhome development. The proposal also includes two commercial outparcel tracts, numbered 900 and 901. Staff will present a report and the board will consider comments before acting.

• Public hearing on Petition PSPP-25-02596 (Village K Townhomes) – 146‑lot residential subdivision
• Inclusion of commercial outparcel Tracts 900 & 901 in the proposal
• Consideration of the petition through Resolution 2025‑R‑45
• Staff report and presentation on the subdivision plat
• Approval of April 3, 2025 Planning and Zoning Advisory Board minutes

The Planning & Zoning Advisory Board approved the April 3, 2025 meeting minutes with a 5‑0 vote. The board then voted 5‑0 to recommend approval of petition PSPP‑25‑02596 for the Village K Townhomes 146‑lot subdivision, finding it complies with the comprehensive plan and city code. No public comment was received.

• Approved April 3, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Recommended approval of PSPP-25-02596 Village K Townhomes plat (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will review department events and accomplishments from June. The board will also discuss agenda items for City Commission meetings and review focus group questions for the Parks Master Plan.

• Presentation and discussion of Parks Master Plan focus group questions
• Review of June accomplishments for the Parks & Recreation Department
• Discussion of Parks & Recreation items for City Commission meetings

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board voted 5‑0 to approve the June 26, 2025 meeting minutes. The board also voted 5‑0 to carry forward the June agenda items to the August 21, 2025 meeting. No other actions were taken.

• Approved June 26, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Carried forward June agenda items to Aug 21, 2025 meeting (5-0)

Community Economic Development Advisory Board

The Community Economic Development Advisory Board will discuss and possibly act on the 2025 meeting schedule. The board will also approve the April 15, 2025 meeting minutes and introduce new members.

• Approval of April 15, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion on 2025 Community Economic Development Advisory Board meeting schedule
• Introduction of new board members

Historic and Cultural Advisory Board

The Historic and Cultural Advisory Board will approve the minutes from its April 9, 2025 meeting. It will then receive an update on the July 8, 2025 City Commission discussion about approving historic designations and moving forward with placement of sites on the National Register of Historical Sites. No other decisions are listed.

• Approve April 9, 2025 Historic and Cultural Advisory Board meeting minutes (Agenda Item 5)
• Receive update on July 8, 2025 Commission discussion regarding historic designations and National Register placement (Agenda Item 6)

The Historic and Cultural Advisory Board approved the April 9, 2025 meeting minutes with a 3‑2 vote. The board also approved a motion to begin reviewing any existing draft language for a historic preservation policy, passing 3‑2. A further motion assigning research responsibilities to the chair and board members was approved by the same 3‑2 vote.

• Approved April 9, 2025 meeting minutes (3-2)
• Approved review of existing historic preservation policy draft (3-2)
• Approved assignment of research tasks to Chair Klinkhamer, Vice Chair Sterner, and Board Member Becket (3-2)

Road and Drainage District Governing Body

The Road and Drainage District Governing Body will consider authorizing the purchase of two properties and amending the budget for the Price Boulevard Widening Project.

• Authorize purchase of property on Zuber Lane (Lot 36, Block 332)
• Authorize purchase of property on Radcliff Avenue (Lot 16, Block 295)
• Amend budget for Price Boulevard Widening Project (R15PW1) by $6,481,789
• Amend budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025
• Amended to modify staff summary of RES. NO. 2025-R-47

The governing body unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑41 to purchase a parcel on Zuber Lane (Parcel ID 0987033236). It adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑42 to purchase a parcel on Radcliff Avenue (Parcel ID 0989029516). It adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑47, amending the FY 2024‑2025 budget to decrease funds for the Price Boulevard widening project by $6,481,789.

• Approved agenda (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑41 to purchase Zuber Lane property (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑42 to purchase Radcliff Avenue property (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑47 to cut $6,481,789 from Price Boulevard widening budget (5‑0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will conduct first readings of three ordinances: updating city-wide fees, clarifying hearing officer qualifications, and amending the FY 2024-2025 budget for $6,681,789 in road widening and $159,606 in federal forfeiture fund purchases. General business includes discussion of a public-private partnership for police headquarters, solid waste, and wastewater facilities, and a letter of support for the Bobcat Trail golf course. Consent agenda items include approval of May 2025 cash receipts and meeting minutes.

• First reading of comprehensive city fee schedule update affecting multiple departments
• $6,681,789 budget amendment for Price Widening Phase 1 road project
• $159,606 budget amendment for purchases from federal forfeiture funds
• Discussion of public-private partnership for police headquarters, solid waste, and wastewater facilities
• Discussion of letter of support to maintain Bobcat Trail Golf Course

The commission approved the meeting agenda and routine consent‑agenda items, and moved four ordinances (2025‑14, 2025‑16, 2025‑17, 2025‑18) to a second reading on July 22. They directed the City Clerk to work with the Historic and Cultural Advisory Board to draft a policy for designating historic sites, which passed unanimously. The commission also directed the City Manager to explore a public‑private partnership for the police department headquarters, solid waste transfer station, and wastewater treatment facility, adding an amendment for a realistic repayment evaluation; that motion passed 4‑1, and a separate motion to obtain detailed options for the solid‑waste transfer station passed unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (5‑0)
• Continued Ordinances No. 2025‑14, 2025‑16, 2025‑17, 2025‑18 to second reading on July 22 (each 5‑0)
• Directed City Clerk to draft historic‑site designation policy (5‑0)
• Directed City Manager to explore P3 for police headquarters, solid waste transfer station, and wastewater treatment facility, with amendment for realistic repayment evaluation (4‑1)
• Directed City Manager to obtain detailed cost‑benefit analysis for the solid‑waste transfer station (5‑0)

Environmental Advisory Board

The Environmental Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from June 2, receive a presentation on potential future development projects, and discuss possible actions on beautification initiatives, an environmental scorecard, soil properties' influence on landscaping, and gopher tortoise habitat protection strategies.

• Approve June 2, 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation on potential future development projects in North Port
• Discussion and possible action on beautification initiatives
• Discussion and possible action on Environmental Scorecard
• Discussion and possible action on Gopher Tortoise Habitat Protection

City Commission Regular Meeting

This is a largely ceremonial meeting with no legislative or fiscal actions. The Commission will issue several proclamations, including Parks and Recreation Month and National Made in the USA Week, and recognize employee achievements and retirements. No ordinances, rezoning, or contracts with dollar amounts are on the agenda.

• Proclamation declaring July 2025 as Parks and Recreation Month
• Proclamation for International Lifeguard Appreciation Day (July 31)
• Renewal of StormReady Certification for Emergency Management
• Recognition of Tim Burquest's retirement from journalism
• Presentation of NAGC Blue Pencil and Gold Screen Award for North Port University

The City Commission approved the agenda with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. No other policy decisions were made. The meeting also welcomed new employees and presented several proclamations and awards.

• Approved agenda (4-0 vote, Commissioner Petrow absent)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hear a presentation on proposed user fees, discuss a possible joint meeting with the Environmental Advisory Board, and review nominations for neighborhood park land acquisition. They will also approve minutes from April 17, 2025, and receive updates on the Drug Free Youth Program and recent department events.

• Approval of April 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation on user fees (attachment: User Fee Presentation.pdf)
• Discussion and possible action on holding a joint meeting with the Environmental Advisory Board
• Review of neighborhood park land nominations including property at 14161 Tamiami Trl ESLPP Nomination
• Update on Drug Free Youth Program

The board approved the April 17, 2025 Parks & Recreation Advisory Board minutes. It voted 4‑2 to recommend implementing affordable fees for events that were previously free. It approved holding a joint meeting with the Environmental Advisory Board. It unanimously recommended that the City Commission approve acquiring the property at 14161 Tamiami Trail for a neighborhood park.

• Approved April 17, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0)
• Recommended affordable fees for free events (4‑2)
• Approved joint meeting with Environmental Advisory Board (6‑0)
• Recommended acquisition of 14161 Tamiami Trail for neighborhood park (6‑0)

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Code Enforcement Hearing will consider approximately 27 cases of alleged violations, including expired building permits, prohibited parking in the right-of-way, accumulation of debris, and other code infractions across the city. The board will also approve minutes from the May 22, 2025 meeting and take public comment.

• Amended case CECASE-25-00445 ruled in compliance
• Homes by West Bay LLC at 17535 Glistening Ct for expired commercial gas permit
• Siddhartha Roy and Sujata Roy at 2929 Alhaven Ter for prohibited parking in right-of-way
• MM3 LLC at 4800 Brickell Dr for expired building permit and debris accumulation
• MYE Enterprises Inc at 13847 Tamiami Trl and Tamiami Investment One LLC at 13221 Tamiami Trl for no certificate of occupancy

The commission approved the May 22, 2025 Code Enforcement Hearing minutes (vote 25-2394). The hearing officer reported numerous code enforcement cases, each of which was found to be brought into compliance with no further action required. No other motions or votes were recorded.

• Approved May 22, 2025 Code Enforcement Hearing minutes (vote 25-2394)
• B-CECASE-25-00344 (Keilly Trujillo) brought into compliance, no further action
• CECASE-25-00412 (Kyle Hillman) brought into compliance, no further action
• CECASE-25-00422 (Heather Burch) brought into compliance, no further action
• B-CECASE-25-00426 (West Improvement District) brought into compliance, no further action
• CECASE-25-00434 (OTLR 2 LLC) brought into compliance, no further action
• CECASE-25-00470 (Paul Bleichert) brought into compliance, no further action
• CECASE-25-00658 (Paul Fabrie) brought into compliance, no further action

Road and Drainage District Governing Body

The Road and Drainage District Governing Body will hold public hearings to authorize the purchase of two parcels of real property. The body will also consider approving the meeting minutes from May 27, 2025.

• Purchase of real property on Kacher Road (Parcel 1138158620)
• Purchase of real property on Muglone Lane (Parcel 1003016301)
• Approval of May 27, 2025, meeting minutes

The governing body adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑36 to purchase a parcel on Kacher Road and Resolution No. 2025‑R‑38 to purchase a parcel on Muglone Lane. Both resolutions were approved unanimously with a 5‑0 vote. The consent agenda was also approved unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑36 to purchase Lot 20, Block 1586 on Kacher Road (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑38 to purchase Lot 1, Block 163 on Muglone Lane (5‑0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The North Port City Commission will consider approving $60 million in bonds for Imagine School facilities and a $15.6 million contract amendment for Fire Station 81. The meeting also includes the second reading of an ordinance for Imagine School infrastructure and appointments to various advisory boards.

• Approve $60M in bonds for Imagine School facilities
• Amend Fire Station 81 contract by $15,507,229.00
• Second reading of Imagine School development agreement
• Approve termination of North Port Art Guild lease
• Appoint members to advisory boards

The City Commission adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑44 authorizing a $60 million bond to finance Imagine School projects. It also approved Ordinance 2025‑13 for the school's development agreement covering water, wastewater and bridge work. Several board appointments were confirmed, including Terry Cheney to the Economic Development Advisory Board and Omy Patel as a student member of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.

• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑R‑44 authorizing up to $60 M bond for Imagine School (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025‑13 for Imagine School development agreement (5‑0)
• Approved appointment of Terry Cheney to Community Economic Development Advisory Board (4‑1)
• Approved appointment of Omy Patel as Student Member on Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (5‑0)
• Approved appointment of Commissioner Duval to Legislative Advocacy Committee (5‑0)
• Approved maintenance of all current Legislative Policy Committee appointments (5‑0)
• Approved termination of lease with North Port Art Guild (consent agenda) (5‑0)
• Approved Second Amendment to Construction Manager at Risk contract, increasing fees by $15,507,229 (5‑0)

Fire Rescue District Governing Body

The North Port Fire Rescue District Governing Body will hold a public hearing and consider Resolution 2025-R-43, which establishes not-to-exceed non-ad valorem assessment rates for the district for fiscal year 2025-2026. The meeting also includes public comment periods and approval of the agenda.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2025-R-43 setting not-to-exceed non-ad valorem assessment rates for North Port Fire Rescue District for FY 2025-2026

The governing body approved the meeting agenda unanimously. It then adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑43, which establishes not‑to‑exceed non‑ad valorem assessment rates for the North Port Fire Rescue District for fiscal year 2025‑2026. Both motions passed with all five members voting yes.

• Approved agenda (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑43 establishing fire rescue district assessment rates for FY 2025‑2026 (5‑0)

Road and Drainage District Governing Body

The Road and Drainage District Governing Body will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to establish not-to-exceed non-ad valorem assessment rates for the district for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The board also will approve the agenda and minutes from the March 30, 2023 meeting. No other substantive items are listed.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2025-R-24 setting not-to-exceed non-ad valorem assessment rates for FY 2025-2026
• Approval of March 30, 2023 Road Drainage District meeting minutes
• Adoption of road and drainage methodology as an attachment to the resolution

The governing body approved the meeting agenda unanimously. It then adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑24, which establishes not‑to‑exceed non‑ad valorem assessment rates for the North Port Road and Drainage District for fiscal year 2025‑2026. Both motions passed with a 5‑0 vote. No public comments were recorded.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑24 establishing non‑ad valorem assessment rates for FY 2025‑26 (5-0)

Solid Waste District Governing Body

The North Port Solid Waste District Governing Body will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to establish not-to-exceed non-ad valorem assessment rates for the district for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. If approved, the resolution sets the maximum amount property owners may be charged for solid waste services.

• Resolution 2025-R-25 establishing not-to-exceed non-ad valorem assessment rates for North Port Solid Waste District FY 2025-2026

The governing body approved the meeting agenda unanimously. It then adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑25, which establishes not‑to‑exceed non‑ad valorem assessment rates for the solid waste district for fiscal year 2025‑2026. No public comment was received. The meeting was adjourned at 5:19 p.m.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑25 establishing assessment rates (5-0)

Municipal Firefighters Pension Trust Fund Board of Trustees

The Municipal Firefighters Pension Trust Fund Board of Trustees will meet to review fund activity and mortality tables. The board will also consider the approval of previous meeting minutes and payment of invoices.

• FRS Mortality Tables Memo
• Fund activity report for March 15, 2025, through June 13, 2025
• Approval of March 21, 2025, Quarterly Meeting Minutes
• Ratification of paid invoices and payment of new invoices

The board approved the March 21, 2025 quarterly meeting minutes. The consent agenda items—including payment of invoices and the fund activity report—were approved. The board voted to liquidate BlackRock holdings if cash funding is required. The next meeting was scheduled for September 19, 2025.

• Approved March 21, 2025 quarterly meeting minutes (4‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items: paid invoices (25‑2426), new invoices (25‑2427), fund activity report (25‑2428) (4‑0)
• Approved motion to liquidate BlackRock holdings if cash funding is required (4‑0)
• Scheduled next meeting for September 19, 2025 (no vote)

Charter Review Advisory Board

The Charter Review Advisory Board will discuss and possibly amend the 2025 meeting schedule, approve the 2026 meeting schedule, and conduct the annual review of the North Port City Charter. The board will also consider approval of the March 19, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Discussion and possible action regarding amending the 2025 annual meeting schedule
• Discussion and possible action regarding approval of the 2026 annual meeting schedule
• Annual review of the North Port City Charter

The Charter Review Advisory Board met on June 18, 2025 but did not have a quorum. Three members were present and three were absent. The board approved the minutes from the March 19 and June 18, 2025 meetings. No actions were taken on the proposed schedule or charter review items.

• Approved March 19 and June 18, 2025 advisory board minutes

City Commission Workshop

The North Port City Commission will hold a public comment period followed by discussion of possible direction on the Fiscal Year 2026 City Manager's recommended budget. Commissioners will review the recommended budgets for the Fire, Utilities, Public Works, Parks and Recreation, Police, and other departments, as well as the Capital Improvement Program. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are for discussion and possible direction.

• Discussion of FY 2026 City Manager Recommended Budget
• Discussion of FY 2026 Fire Department Recommended Budget
• Discussion of FY 2026 Utilities Department Recommended Budget
• Discussion of FY 2026 Public Works Department Recommended Budget
• Discussion of FY 2026 CIP Parks and Recreation Department Recommended Budget

The commission reached consensus to increase the FY 2026 Public Works department budget by $500,000 to address a backlog of deferred maintenance and repairs. It also approved $650,000 to fund Phase I of a parking project extending from North Port Boulevard to Espanola Avenue. The commission decided not to fund a proposed dog park east of Toledo Blade Boulevard, rejecting $400,000 for that project. No other items were voted on; the meeting consisted of presentations and discussion.

• Increase Public Works FY26 budget by $500,000 (consensus)
• Approve $650,000 Phase I parking project (North Port Blvd to Espanola Ave) (consensus)
• Reject $400,000 dog park east of Toledo Blade Blvd (consensus)

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss and give possible direction on the City Manager's recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2026. The agenda includes separate discussions for each city department's proposed budget, covering areas such as Police, Parks and Recreation, Social Services, and Development Services. Public comments are accepted before and after the discussions.

• Discussion of FY 2026 City Manager's Recommended Budget
• Police Department recommended budget discussion
• Parks and Recreation Department recommended budget discussion
• Social Services Division recommended budget discussion
• Development Services Department recommended budget discussion

The Commission voted to add $500,000 to the FY 2026 Police Department budget. It also agreed to have the city cover 100% of FY 26 healthcare cost increases, despite one dissenting vote. The Commission directed the City Manager to revisit compensation increases for commissioners early next year and to keep the Communications Division out of the FY 26 budget.

• Increase Police Department budget by $500,000 (consensus)
• Absorb 100% of FY 26 healthcare cost increases (consensus, one opposition)
• Direct City Manager to bring back commission compensation recommendation early next year (consensus)
• Direct City Manager to exclude Communications Division from FY 26 budget (consensus, two oppositions)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will hold a first reading of Ordinance 2025-13 to approve a development agreement with Imagine School for construction and maintenance of water/wastewater facilities and two bridges on Price Boulevard. A resolution (2025-R-33) will identify city-owned properties suitable for affordable housing. The consent agenda includes a $55,000 CDBG agreement for social services, a $61,620 change order for Stockton Avenue Extension engineering, and a $12,500 purchase of a police K-9.

• First reading of Ordinance 2025-13 for Imagine School development agreement on Price Boulevard
• Resolution 2025-R-33 identifying city-owned sites for affordable housing
• Approve $55,000 CDBG sub-recipient agreement with Sarasota County for social services
• Approve $61,620 change order for Stockton Avenue Extension engineering services
• Approve $12,500 purchase of K-9 Nikon from H.K. Dog Training, LLC

The commission approved the meeting agenda and a series of consent‑agenda items, including a $55,000 community‑development grant, a $61,620 change order for the Stockton Avenue Extension, and a $12,500 purchase of a K‑9 police dog. Ordinance No. 2025‑13 for the Imagine School development was continued to a second reading on June 24, 2025. Resolution No. 2025‑R‑33 was postponed for further study, while Resolution No. 2025‑R‑39 creating a sanitary‑sewer easement was adopted. Several advisory‑board appointments were also approved.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved Community Development Block Grant $55,000 (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Stockton Avenue Extension $61,620 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of K‑9 police dog $12,500 (5-0)
• Continued Ordinance No. 2025‑13 to second reading on June 24, 2025 (5-0)
• Continued Resolution No. 2025‑R‑33 for further review (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑39 sanitary‑sewer easement (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Tim Drumm as alternate on Environmental Advisory Board (5-0)

Art Advisory Board

The Art Advisory Board will continue discussions on two public art projects: a possible sculpture at Myakkahatchee Creek Greenway Trail (the NPAC/Mike Halligan proposal) and the Garden of 5 Senses Sculpture, including safety data for materials and a cost estimate update. New business includes a ceiling tile artwork project. The board may take action on these items.

• Continued discussion and possible action on NPAC Sculpture (Mike Halligan) at Myakkahatchee Creek Greenway Trail
• Continued discussion and possible action on Garden of 5 Senses Sculpture including safety data sheets and cost estimate update
• New business: ceiling tile artwork project discussion
• Approval of May 13, 2025 meeting minutes

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the May 13 meeting. It also approved the estimated costs for the Garden of Five Senses sculpture stages and $800 from the contingency fund for the Mike Halligan sculpture. The board directed staff to create a questionnaire form to move forward with upcoming projects and voted to continue discussion of the rock fountain project to refine details.

• Approved May 13, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved estimated cost for stages 1‑3 of Garden of Five Senses project (5-0)
• Approved use of $800 contingency funds for Mike Halligan sculpture (5-0)
• Directed Staff Liaison White to draft priority question forms for project planning (5-0)
• Continued discussion on rock fountain project to develop details (5-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will meet to welcome new employees and issue several recognitions. The session consists primarily of ceremonial presentations and public comment periods.

• Certificates for the graduating class of North Port University
• Proclamation for Code Enforcement Officer’s Appreciation Week (June 2-6, 2025)
• Proclamation for National Waste and Recycling Workers Week (June 16-24, 2025)
• 2025 Greenest Citizen Award to Jeremy Ansel
• Certificates for the North Port Communications Division, Police Department, and staff

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It adopted proclamations designating Code Enforcement Officer’s Appreciation Week (June 2‑6, 2025) and National Waste and Recycling Workers Week (June 16‑24, 2025). The body also presented the 2025 Greenest Citizen Award to Jeremy Ansel and recognized the graduating class of North Port University and the Government Communications Program awardees.

• Approved agenda (5‑0)
• Adopted Code Enforcement Officer’s Appreciation Week proclamation (June 2‑6, 2025)
• Adopted National Waste and Recycling Workers Week proclamation (June 16‑24, 2025)
• Presented 2025 Greenest Citizen Award to Jeremy Ansel
• Presented certificates to the graduating class of North Port University
• Presented certificates and awards to Government Communications Program recipients (North Port Communications Division, North Port Police Department, Chief of Staff Josh Taylor, Communications Manager Jason Bartolone, Deputy Communications Manager Madison Ingalls)

Environmental Advisory Board

The North Port Environmental Advisory Board meets June 2, 2025, to discuss and possibly act on the Environmental Protection Fund, potential development projects, and other environmental initiatives. The board will also consider approval of April meeting minutes and selecting a date for a joint meeting with the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. Additional discussion items include beautification initiatives, air quality monitoring, and an Environmental Scorecard.

• Discussion and possible action regarding the Environmental Protection Fund
• Presentation and discussion on potential future development projects in North Port
• Discussion and possible action on selecting a date for the joint meeting with Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
• Discussion and possible action regarding North Port's Beautification Initiatives
• Discussion and possible action regarding North Port's Air Quality Monitoring and Environmental Scorecard

The Environmental Advisory Board approved the April 7, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. The board also approved scheduling a joint meeting with the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board on August 4, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. by a 5‑0 vote. Other agenda items were discussed but no further actions were taken.

• Approved April 7, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Scheduled joint Environmental and Parks & Recreation board meeting for Aug 4, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. (5-0)

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss possible changes to the Unified Land Development Code regarding hours of operation for non-residential uses in Corridor Transitional and Corridor zoning districts. They will also consider amendments to Chapter 6 of the City Code regulating alcoholic beverage sales near churches and schools. The meeting includes presentations on the North Port Environmental Scorecard and the future of the North Port Art Center.

• Presentation by Natural Resources Division on North Port Environmental Scorecard
• Presentation by Gale West on current status and future of North Port Art Center
• Discussion and possible action on ULDC Section 3.2.3.B: hours of operation for non-residential uses in CT and COR zoning districts
• Discussion and possible action on City Code Chapter 6, Sec. 6-4: alcoholic beverage sales near churches or schools
• Two public comment periods for items on or off the agenda

The commission reached consensus to have the City Manager return with recommendations to adjust the Unified Land Development Code for corridor and transitional districts, adding educational data on unintentional business prevention. The commission also agreed to have the City Manager prepare a future agenda item to amend the city’s alcoholic‑beverage code, changing distance requirements near churches and schools. No votes were recorded; the actions were directed by consensus.

• Directed City Manager to bring back recommendations for adjusting Unified Land Development Code corridor and transitional districts (consensus)
• Directed City Manager to prepare a future agenda item to amend Chapter 6, Sec. 6-4 of the Alcoholic Beverages Code regarding distance requirements near churches and schools (consensus)

Road and Drainage District Governing Body

The Road and Drainage District Governing Body will meet to discuss the acquisition of a specific property parcel. The body is also considering a change order for debris management services.

• Purchase of real property on Town Terrace (Lot 18, Block 300, 5th Addition to Port Charlotte Subdivision, Parcel 0989030018)
• Change Order No. 1 to Work Assignment 2025-01PW.01 for Agreement No. 2019-48.001 with Ceres Environmental Services, Inc. for debris management

The Road and Drainage District Governing Body unanimously approved its agenda and consent agenda. It approved Change Order No. 1 for debris management services with Ceres Environmental Services, Inc. (item 25‑2186) and approved the April 22, 2025 meeting minutes (item 25‑2310). The board also adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑34, authorizing the purchase of the Town Terrace property (Lot 18, Block 300, 5th Addition to Port Charlotte Subdivision).

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for debris management services (item 25‑2186) (5-0)
• Approved April 22, 2025 meeting minutes (item 25‑2310) (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑34 to purchase Town Terrace property (5-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will hold public hearings on ordinances creating a Targeted Industry Incentive Program and amending the impact fee deferral program, as well as a budget amendment for opioid treatment funds. They will also discuss a conservation easement at Warm Mineral Springs Park, funding options for the Police Department headquarters, solid waste transfer station, and effluent pumping station. The consent agenda includes contracts for water meters, body cameras, rescue vehicles, and playground renovations.

• Ordinance 2025-11: Creating Targeted Industry Incentive Program and amending impact fee deferral program (second reading)
• Consent: $3,507,512 change order for Neptune AMI water meters from Ferguson Enterprises
• Consent: $336,101.70 for Axon body cameras and Tasers
• Consent: $800,000 grant application for high-water rescue vehicles via Sarasota County CDBG
• Discussion: Conservation easement with Big Waters Land Trust for Warm Mineral Springs Park

The City Commission approved the meeting agenda and accepted the May 13 special election results. Commissioners approved pulling Item DAG-24-113 for discussion and then voted to deny the termination of the Transportation Impact Fee Reimbursement Agreement. The body also approved a series of consent‑agenda items including law‑enforcement agreements, grant applications and a $336,101.70 Axon body‑camera contract.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Accepted May 13, 2025 special election results as presented (5-0)
• Approved pulling Item DAG-24-113 for discussion (5-0)
• Denied termination of the Transportation Impact Fee Reimbursement Agreement (DAG-24-113) (5-0)
• Approved MOU with FBI and Lee County Sheriff’s Office to monitor school threats (consent agenda)
• Approved reappointment of Joe Justice to Charter Review Advisory Board (consent agenda)
• Approved Axon Enterprise body‑camera and taser agreement, $336,101.70 (consent agenda)
• Approved $800,000 grant application for two high‑water rescue vehicles (consent agenda)

Code Enforcement Hearing

The City of North Port will hold a Code Enforcement Hearing on May 22, 2025, to review cases involving expired building permits, property maintenance issues, and code violations. The meeting will be held at City Hall and includes a public comment period.

• Approval of April 24, 2025 Code Enforcement Hearing Minutes
• Review of expired building permits for residential and commercial properties
• Hearing on accumulation of debris and unsafe structures
• Review of property maintenance and parking violations
• Hearing on tree protection regulation violations

The hearing approved the April 24, 2025 minutes and closed eight compliance cases with no further action. Four first‑hearing cases were continued to the August 28, 2025 meeting. Twelve properties were found in violation of building, debris, parking or other codes and fines were issued.

• Approved April 24 2025 Code Enforcement Hearing minutes (unanimous)
• Continued first‑hearing cases 24‑4293, 24‑4292, 25‑00151, 25‑00182 to Aug 28 2025
• Found case 24‑2912 (3104 Junction St) in violation and issued fine
• Found case 24‑2128 (6230 Freemont St) in violation and issued fine
• Found case 24‑3450 (5942 Trumpet St) in violation and issued fine
• Found case 24‑3811 (2772 W Price Blvd) in violation and issued fine
• Found case 24‑4118 (8209 Galbut Ave) in violation and issued fine
• Found case 24‑4223 (5181 Jensley Ave) in violation and issued fine

North Port Non-Profits United (NP2)

The North Port Non-Profits United (NP2) board will review six-month impact statements and supporting documents for the 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 fiscal years. The meeting also includes a Sunshine Law training presentation from the Office of the City Attorney.

• Sunshine Law Training presentation by the Office of the City Attorney
• Review of FY 2023/2024 and FY 2024/2025 NP2 Six Month Impact Statements
• Approval of July 8, 2024 and September 12, 2024 meeting minutes

The board approved the July 8, 2024 and September 12, 2024 meeting minutes. It also approved a six‑month follow‑up with the Women’s Resource Center for FY 2023‑2024 and began a review for FY 2024‑2025. Finally, the board amended the application language to reference "seen or unforeseen barrier(s) to utilizing the item received." All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved July 8, 2024 minutes (24-1342) – motion carried (4 yes)
• Approved September 12, 2024 minutes (25-2162) – motion carried (4 yes)
• Approved six‑month follow‑up with Women’s Resource Center FY 2023‑2024 – motion carried (4 yes)
• Approved start of review of Women’s Resource Center FY 2024‑2025 – motion carried (4 yes)
• Approved amendment to application language to reference "seen or unforeseen barrier(s) to utilizing the item received" – motion carried (4 yes)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will discuss creating a Targeted Industry Incentive Program and amending the impact fee deferral program. The body is also considering a $109,000 budget amendment for opioid treatment and prevention.

• First reading of Ordinance 2025-11 to create the Targeted Industry Incentive Program
• First reading of Ordinance 2025-12 to allocate $109,000 for opioid treatment and prevention
• Contract amendment of $1,696,898 with Jon F. Swift, Inc. for the Circle of Honor
• Subrecipient agreements for Biscayne Erosion Control ($325,000 and $166,120) and Biscayne Sidewalk Construction ($60,000)
• Replat of Suncoast Technical College Commercial Subdivision to Toledo Blade Commercial Subdivision

The commission unanimously approved several subrecipient agreements and funding applications, including $325,000 for the Ponce De Leon Shared Use Project and $300,000 for a hazard mitigation grant. It also approved multiple construction manager amendments totaling about $2.5 million for park repairs and infrastructure. Ordinance No. 2025‑11 to create a Targeted Industry Incentive Program was continued to a second reading with a 4‑1 vote, and Resolution No. 2025‑R‑22 accepting a land easement was adopted unanimously.

• Approved Subrecipient Agreement B‑23 for Ponce De Leon Shared Use Project ($325,000) – vote 5‑0
• Approved Subrecipient Agreement B‑24 for Biscayne Erosion Control ($166,120) – vote 5‑0
• Approved Subrecipient Agreement for Biscayne Sidewalk Construction ($60,000) – vote 5‑0
• Approved Application to FDEM Hazard Mitigation Grant Program ($300,000) – vote 5‑0
• Approved construction manager amendments totaling $2.5 million for park and infrastructure repairs – vote 5‑0
• Approved replat of Suncoast Technical College subdivision and rename to Toledo Blade Commercial Subdivision – vote 5‑0
• Continued Ordinance No. 2025‑11 (Targeted Industry Incentive Program) to second reading – vote 4‑1
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑22 accepting easement on Sarasota County land – vote 5‑0

Art Advisory Board

The Art Advisory Board will discuss and possibly take action on a sculpture for the Garden of 5 Senses, a sculpture by Mike Halligan for the Myakkahatchee Creek Greenway Trail, and logistics for a rock fountain project. The board will also consider approving minutes from the March 11, 2025 meeting.

• Discussion and possible action regarding Garden of 5 Senses Sculpture with safety data sheets for materials
• Discussion and possible action regarding NPAC Sculpture (Mike Halligan) at Myakkahatchee Creek Greenway Trail
• Discussion and possible action regarding logistics of Rock Fountain Project
• Approval of March 11, 2025 meeting minutes

The board approved the March 11, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. It voted to continue discussion on the Garden of 5 Senses sculpture, the NPAC sculpture by Mike Halligan, and the Rock Fountain project logistics to the next meeting, each with a 4‑0 vote. The board also approved a request for a list of potential names for the Rock Fountain Project and to defer discussion on ceiling and legacy tiles, both unanimously.

• Approved March 11, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Continued Item 25-2136 (Garden of 5 Senses) until next meeting (4-0)
• Continued Item 25-2138 (NPAC sculpture) until next meeting (4-0)
• Requested list of potential names for Rock Fountain Project (4-0)
• Continued Item 25-2134 (Rock Fountain logistics) until next meeting (4-0)
• Continued discussion on ceiling and legacy tiles at future meeting (4-0)

Environmental Advisory Board

The Environmental Advisory Board and Parks & Recreation Advisory Board hold a special joint meeting to discuss and possibly take action on environmental conservation easements for city parks and recreation property, improved inter-board communication, future park plans, micro forest planting, and flooding susceptibility in park areas. They will also approve the April 7th meeting minutes.

• Discussion and possible action on environmental conservation easements for natural areas of city parks and city-owned recreation property (25-2233)
• Discussion and possible action on improved communication process between the Environmental Advisory Board and Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (25-2234)
• Discussion and possible action on future city park plans and their potential community benefits (25-2235)
• Discussion and possible action on micro forest planting initiatives and their potential benefits for park areas (25-2236)
• Discussion and possible action on flooding susceptibility in park areas (25-2237)

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission will hear a presentation on the 2025 hurricane season and city preparedness efforts. Staff will also present an inventory of surplus city-owned sites suitable for affordable housing, a proposed assessment for Tamiami Trail linear parking, and a facility condition assessment summary. The meeting includes two periods for public comment.

• Presentation on 2025 hurricane season preparedness
• Inventory of city-owned surplus property sites for affordable housing
• Proposed assessment for Tamiami Trail linear parking
• Facility Condition Assessment summary report

The North Port City Commission met for a workshop and reviewed four presentations: hurricane season preparedness, an inventory of surplus property for affordable housing, a proposed assessment for Tamiami Trail linear parking, and a facility condition assessment. Commissioners asked questions and discussed funding options, but no votes or formal actions were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 11:53 a.m.

City Commission Regular Meeting

This is a largely ceremonial agenda consisting of 12 proclamations recognizing various weeks and months (Drinking Water Week, Family Abduction Awareness Day, National Public Works Week, North Port Chorale 45th Anniversary, Frontline Worker Appreciation Month, Building Safety Month, National Police Week, Economic Development Week, National Travel and Tourism Week, National Military Appreciation Month, National Small Business Week/Month, and Hurricane Preparedness Week). No ordinances, contracts, fee changes, or public hearings are scheduled. The meeting includes public comment periods, but no decisive actions are listed.

• Proclamations for Drinking Water Week (May 4-10), Family Abduction Awareness Day (May 25), National Public Works Week (May 18-24), 45th Anniversary of North Port Chorale (May 2025), Frontline Worker Appreciation Month (May 2025), Building Safety Month (May 2025), National Police Week (May 11-17), Economic Development Week (May 11-17), National Travel and Tourism Week (May 4-10), National Military Appreciation Month (May 2025), National Small Business Week/Month (May 1-7/May 2025), and Hurricane Preparedness Week (May 4-10)
• No rezonings, contracts with dollar amounts, ordinances, or fee changes on the agenda
• Public comment periods included but no substantive discussion or votes expected

The City Commission approved the meeting agenda unanimously. The commission presented thirteen proclamations recognizing May observances, such as Drinking Water Week, Family Abduction Awareness Day, National Public Works Week, and others. No public comments were made. The meeting adjourned at 4:46 p.m.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Presented Drinking Water Week proclamation
• Presented Family Abduction Awareness Day proclamation
• Presented National Public Works Week proclamation
• Presented 45th Anniversary of the North Port Chorale proclamation
• Presented Frontline Worker Appreciation Month proclamation
• Presented Building Safety Month proclamation
• Presented National Police Week proclamation

City Commission Special Meeting

The City Commission will hold a special meeting and town hall to discuss several proposed referendum questions. These items involve city borrowing authority for specific projects and charter changes regarding residency requirements.

• Referendum on city borrowing authority for response to declared emergencies
• Referendum on removing residency requirements from the City Charter for City Attorney and City Clerk
• Referendum on borrowing authority for the North Port Police Department Headquarters Project
• Referendum on borrowing authority for the Solid Waste Transfer Station Project
• Referendum on borrowing authority for capital improvements to the Pan American Wastewater Treatment Facility

The City Commission held a special meeting to discuss several referendum questions related to borrowing authority, charter residency requirements, and capital projects. No votes or formal approvals were recorded; the items were presented for public question and answer sessions only. The meeting adjourned without any decisions.

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Code Enforcement Hearing will consider numerous violation cases, the majority for expired building permits. The board may issue fines or corrective orders for properties with lapsed permits, debris accumulation, parking violations, and other code infractions across the city.

• 5272 Chaplin Ter – inhabiting property without certificate of occupancy
• 6360 S Biscayne Dr – driving through C.R.O.W., parking on unimproved surface, roosters on property
• 5853 Babian Rd – accumulation of debris (drywall, sink) and expired single-family residence permit
• 4539 Lacoco St – tire ruts in swale, prohibited parking in right-of-way
• 4100 S Biscayne Dr – expired commercial sign permit (St. Andrews Ukrainian Religious Cultural Center)

The Hearing Officer approved the January 23, 2025 meeting minutes. All code‑enforcement cases listed were found to be in compliance and required no further action. No other motions were adopted or postponed.

• Approved Jan 23, 2025 meeting minutes (Hearing Officer Toale)
• Case CECASE-24-2661 (5272 Chaplin Ter) brought into compliance – no further action required
• Case CECASE-24-3909 (1656 Finlet Ave N) brought into compliance – no further action required
• Case CECASE-24-50278 (6360 S Biscayne Dr) brought into compliance – no further action required
• Case B-CECASE-24-50013 (12921 Pinnacle Ln) brought into compliance – no further action required
• Case B-CECASE-24-50020 (11599 Gleaming Ter) brought into compliance – no further action required
• Case B-CECASE-24-50086 (2354 Mcminn St) brought into compliance – no further action required
• Case B-CECASE-24-50093 (3087 Yeadon Ter) brought into compliance – no further action required

City Commission Special Meeting

The City Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly take action on the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and funding model prepared by PFM Financial Advisors. The agenda includes two public comment periods for residents to speak on any city business except quasi-judicial items. No other substantive items are scheduled.

• Discussion and possible action on the Comprehensive Long-Term Capital Improvement Plan and funding model by PFM Financial Advisors (Item 25-2193)

The commission reviewed item 25‑2193, a Capital Improvement Plan and Funding Model prepared by PFM Financial Advisors. Commissioners asked questions about financing, debt limits, and project priorities, but no vote or formal action was recorded. The meeting adjourned without any approvals, denials, or tabled items.

Road and Drainage District Governing Body

The Road and Drainage District Governing Body will hold a public hearing on Resolution 2025-R-26, which authorizes the purchase of two parcels on Hillsborough Boulevard (PIDs 1004018842 and 1004018847, totaling approximately 0.35223 acres). The board will also consider approving the minutes from its February 25, 2025 meeting as part of the consent agenda.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2025-R-26 authorizing purchase of +/- 0.10950 acres (PID 1004018842) on Hillsborough Boulevard
• Public hearing on same resolution for +/- 0.24273 acres (PID 1004018847) on Hillsborough Boulevard
• Consent agenda item: approval of February 25, 2025 Road and Drainage District Governing Body minutes

The governing body approved its agenda and consent agenda unanimously. It also approved the February 25, 2025 meeting minutes. The board adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑26, authorizing the purchase of two parcels on Hillsborough Boulevard (approximately 0.1095 and 0.24273 acres). The meeting adjourned at 4:04 p.m.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved February 25, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑R‑26 to purchase two Hillsborough Blvd parcels (5-0)

Solid Waste District Governing Body

The Solid Waste District Governing Body will hold a public hearing on a resolution to authorize the purchase of real property located on West Price Boulevard (parcel 0984048836). The consent agenda includes approval of the January 28, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2025-R-23 to authorize purchase of Tract L, 8th Addition to Port Charlotte Subdivision on West Price Boulevard
• Consent agenda: approve January 28, 2025 Solid Waste District Governing Body minutes

The Solid Waste District Governing Body approved its agenda and consent agenda unanimously. It approved the prior meeting minutes (Resolution 25-1917). The board then adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑23, authorizing the purchase of real property on West Price Boulevard. All votes were 5‑0 in favor.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved prior minutes (Resolution 25-1917) (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R‑23 to purchase West Price Blvd property (5-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will vote on consent agenda items including a $450,000 Recreational Trails Program grant application for the Warm Mineral Springs Connector trail, a $438,999 IT maintenance contract amendment, and a replat for Wellen Park. A separate discussion will consider amending 2024-2025 board and committee assignments. The meeting includes several reappointments to advisory boards.

• Grant application for $450,000 from Recreational Trails Program for Warm Mineral Springs Connector
• First amendment to contract with Visionary Integration Professionals for $438,999 for maintenance and operations support
• Termination of Master Client Agreement with Ayuda Group, LLC, previously approved at $459,090
• Replat of Lots 234 and 235 for Wellen Park Golf & Country Club, Phase 2-R
• Discussion on amending 2024-2025 board and committee assignments (requested by Commissioner Langdon)

The commission approved several items on the consent agenda, including a $450,000 grant for the Warm Mineral Springs Connector trail and a $15,000 grant for a MobiMat at Warm Mineral Springs Park. It also approved a $500 award to the Kiwanis Club for a fishing tournament, reappointed Sean Burroughs to the Community Economic Development Advisory Board, and appointed Karen Ferin to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. The board adopted a contract amendment with Visionary Integration Professionals for $438,999, terminated a $459,090 agreement with Ayuda Group, and changed board and committee assignments, assigning Commissioner Langdon as primary to the Coastal & Heartland National Estuary Partnership and Mayor Stokes as primary to the MPO second seat. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $500 award to Kiwanis Club for fishing tournament (5-0)
• Approved $450,000 grant for Warm Mineral Springs Connector trail (5-0)
• Approved $15,000 grant for MobiMat at Warm Mineral Springs Park (5-0)
• Reappointed Sean Burroughs to Community Economic Development Advisory Board (5-0)
• Appointed Karen Ferin to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (5-0)
• Approved $438,999 contract amendment with Visionary Integration Professionals (5-0)
• Approved termination of $459,090 agreement with Ayuda Group (5-0)
• Amended board assignments: Langdon primary to Coastal & Heartland National Estuary Partnership, Stokes primary to MPO 2nd Seat (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The North Port Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will approve the March 20 meeting minutes and consider actions on the Parks & Recreation Master Plan. Members will also discuss whether to cancel the scheduled May 15, 2025 meeting. Additional items include updates on recent and upcoming department agenda items and events.

• Approval of March 20, 2025 Parks & Recreation meeting minutes (Agenda Item 5)
• Discussion and possible action on the Parks & Recreation Master Plan (Agenda Item 6)
• Discussion and possible action on canceling the May 15, 2025 meeting (Agenda Item 7)
• Review of recent and upcoming Parks & Recreation Department agenda items (Agenda Item 8A)
• Review of recent and upcoming Parks & Recreation Department events (Agenda Item 8B)

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board unanimously approved the March 20, 2025 meeting minutes. The board voted to have Parks & Recreation present a briefing on the Master Plan scope. The board also voted to cancel the May 15, 2025 Parks & Recreation meeting.

• Approved March 20, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Parks & Recreation presentation on Master Plan scope (4-0)
• Approved cancellation of May 15, 2025 Parks & Recreation meeting (4-0)

Community Economic Development Advisory Board

The Community Economic Development Advisory Board will discuss potential changes to business operating hours and alcohol sales locations. The board is also considering a proposed ordinance to create a Targeted Industry Business Incentive Program and amend impact fee deferrals.

• Proposed ordinance creating the Targeted Industry Business Incentive Program and amending the Impact Fee Deferral Program (Chapter 58)
• Possible action on Unified Land Development Code Section 3.2.3.B regarding non-residential hours of operation in corridor districts
• Possible action on City Code Chapter 6, Sec. 6-4 regarding alcohol sales near churches or schools
• Approval of February 18 and March 18, 2025 meeting minutes

The advisory board unanimously recommended three actions to the City Commission: extend operating hours for select commercial businesses in Corridor Transitional and Corridor districts; review City Code Chapter 6, Section 6‑4 regarding alcohol sales near churches or schools; and adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 58 to create a Targeted Industry Business Incentive Program and modify the impact‑fee deferral program. All three motions passed with a 7‑0 vote, with three members absent.

• Recommend City Commission extend operational hours for select commercial businesses in Corridor Transitional and Corridor districts (7‑0)
• Recommend City Commission review City Code Chapter 6, Sec 6‑4 sales near churches or schools (7‑0)
• Recommend City Commission adopt ordinance amending Chapter 58 Impact Fees, creating Targeted Industry Business Incentive Program and amending Impact Fee Deferral Program (7‑0)
• Approve February 18, 2025 Community Economic Development Advisory Board meeting minutes (7‑0)
• Approve March 18, 2025 Community Economic Development Advisory Board meeting minutes (7‑0)

Historic and Cultural Advisory Board

The Historic and Cultural Advisory Board will discuss and possibly take action on the significance and validation of suspected historical sites within the city. They will also consider a response to the North Port City Commission regarding a San Vincente email and receive an update on the Unified Land Development Code and historic surveyor.

• Discussion and possible action on the Significance and Validation of Suspected Historical Sites within the City (25-2015)
• Response to the North Port City Commission regarding the San Vincente Email (25-2015)
• Update on the ULDC and the historic surveyor (25-2137)
• Approval of the March 12, 2025 meeting minutes (25-2076)

The board approved the March 12, 2025 meeting minutes with a 4‑0 vote. It then approved a staff memorandum recommending the Turpentine Dock, Biscayne Plaza, and the Charlotte Harbor Railway be designated as historic sites, and appointed Vice Chair Sterner to answer commission questions, with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved March 12, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved staff memorandum to recommend three historic sites and designate Vice Chair Sterner as liaison (5-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will consider several infrastructure contracts, grant applications, and land conveyances. The body is also reviewing an ordinance regarding fire sprinkler exceptions and appointing a hearing officer for code and zoning matters.

• Contract for Rehabilitation of Bridge No. 175001 Pan American Boulevard Over R-226 to Thomas Marine Construction, Inc. for $1,050,628.81
• Professional design and engineering services for Warm Mineral Springs Park Master Plan to Kimley-Horn & Associates, Inc. for $692,800.00
• Preconstruction services contract for Warm Mineral Springs Park Building Renovations to Wharton Smith, Inc. not to exceed $283,662
• Ordinance No. 2025-10 (Second Reading) regarding fire sprinklers and exceptions
• Resolution No. 2025-R-21 regarding the conveyance of real property at Wellen Park Downtown Phase 1 and other tracts

The commission approved its agenda and a range of consent‑agenda items, then adopted several substantive measures. Commissioners approved a $692,800 amendment to the Warm Mineral Springs Park Master Plan, adopted Ordinance 2025‑10 amending fire‑sprinkler requirements, and accepted the conveyance of roughly 83 acres of Wellen Park parcels. They also appointed a hearing officer, approved a contraband‑forfeiture template, transferred $2,000 to the Community Assistance program, and voted to keep the regular meeting schedule unchanged.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved third amendment to Warm Mineral Springs Park Master Plan (Item 25-2095) for $692,800 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-10 amending fire sprinkler code (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-R-21 accepting conveyance of ~83 acres of Wellen Park parcels (5-0)
• Appointed James Toale as Hearing Officer (Resolution 2025-R-28) (5-0)
• Approved Template for Contraband Forfeiture Settlement Agreement (Resolution 2025-R-29) (5-0)
• Approved $2,000 transfer from Commission Contingency to Community Assistance program (5-0)
• Voted to keep regular meeting schedule unchanged (5-0)

Art Advisory Board

The Art Advisory Board meeting scheduled for April 8, 2025 was canceled because a quorum was not present. No decisions or discussions took place. Items on the agenda included approval of minutes, discussion of sculptures at Garden of 5 Senses and Myakkahatchee Creek Greenway Trail, and the Rock Fountain Project.

• Approval of March 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion on Garden of 5 Senses sculpture (materials safety data sheets included)
• Discussion on NPAC sculpture at Myakkahatchee Creek Greenway Trail
• Discussion on logistics of Rock Fountain Project

Environmental Advisory Board

The Environmental Advisory Board will receive a presentation on potential future development projects in North Port and discuss possibly holding a joint meeting with the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its March 3, 2025 meeting. No final decisions on development are scheduled.

• Discussion and possible action on holding a joint meeting with the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
• Presentation and discussion regarding potential future development projects in North Port (attachment: Potential Projects Summary - March)
• Approval of the March 3, 2025 meeting minutes

The Environmental Advisory Board voted to approve the minutes from the March 3, 2025 meeting. Board Member Jackomin made the motion, Vice Chair North seconded, and all five present members voted yes. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved March 3, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission will hold a workshop to receive presentations on two topics: the Price Boulevard Widening Project and the Sarasota County Hurricane Ian Resilient SRQ Voluntary Property Buy Out Program. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is informational.

• Presentation on Price Boulevard Widening Project
• Presentation on Sarasota County Hurricane Ian Resilient SRQ Voluntary Property Buy Out Program

The North Port City Commission met on April 7, 2025 for a workshop. Two items were presented: the Price Boulevard widening project and the Sarasota County Hurricane Ian Resilient SRQ Voluntary Property Buy Out Program. Commissioners discussed various aspects of each presentation, but no actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Planning & Zoning Advisory Board

The Planning & Zoning Advisory Board will consider approving minutes from its January 16 and February 6, 2025 meetings. They will also discuss and possibly act on their 2024 Annual Report to the City Commission. The agenda contains no public hearings or zoning actions.

• Approval of January 16, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of February 6, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion and possible action on the 2024 Annual Report to the City Commission

The Advisory Board approved the minutes from its January 16 and February 6 meetings. It also approved an amendment to the 2024 annual report to reflect mandatory training, required ethics filings, and to forward the revised report to the City Commission. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved January 16, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved February 6, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Amended 2024 annual report to add training, ethics filing, and transmit to Commission (6-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will meet to welcome new employees and present several proclamations for awareness months and weeks in April 2025. The meeting also includes opportunities for public comment on city business.

• Proclamation for Donate Life Month
• Proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention Month
• Proclamations for Water Conservation Month and Florida Water Professionals Month
• Proclamation for Sexual Assault Awareness Month
• Proclamation for National Public Safety Telecommunications Week

The City Commission approved the agenda as presented with a 5‑0 vote. No public comment was received. The commission welcomed new employees and presented a series of proclamations recognizing various awareness months. The meeting was adjourned at 4:45 p.m.

• Approved agenda (5-0)

City Commission Special Meeting

The North Port City Commission will consider awarding a $249,665 contract to GAI Consultants, Inc. for the Parks & Recreation Master Plan. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from a previous meeting and public comment periods.

• Award of RFP 2025-16 to GAI Consultants, Inc. for $249,665 for Parks & Recreation Master Plan
• Approval of September 11, 2024 special meeting minutes
• Public comment on any city business

The City Commission voted to award Request for Proposal No. 2025-16 to GAI Consultants, Inc. for the Parks & Recreation Master Plan, at a cost of $249,665. The motion passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote. An earlier motion to direct the City Manager to develop a budget for park assets was withdrawn and not decided.

• Approved award of Request for Proposal No. 2025-16 to GAI Consultants, Inc., $249,665 (5-0)

City Commission Special Meeting

The City Commission is holding a town hall-style special meeting to discuss and take public input on five proposed referendum questions for the 2025 ballot. Topics include emergency borrowing authority, removal of residency requirements for the City Attorney and City Clerk, and borrowing for police headquarters, solid waste transfer station, and wastewater treatment plant improvements. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion and public feedback session.

• Discussion on referendum for city borrowing authority in declared emergencies
• Discussion on referendum to remove residency requirements for City Attorney and City Clerk from the charter
• Discussion on referendum for borrowing authority for North Port Police Department Headquarters project
• Discussion on referendum for borrowing authority for Solid Waste Transfer Station project
• Discussion on referendum for borrowing authority for capital improvements at Pan American Wastewater Treatment Facility

The commission met on April 2, 2025 to hear public Q&A on borrowing authority for police headquarters, solid waste transfer station, and Pan American wastewater facility, as well as charter changes to residency requirements for city attorney and clerk. No votes or formal approvals were recorded; the items were discussed only.

Municipal Firefighters Pension Trust Fund Board of Trustees

The Municipal Firefighters Pension Trust Fund Board of Trustees will meet to approve December 2024 meeting minutes, ratify paid invoices and approve new invoices, and review a fund activity report. A new business item is the designation of Foster & Foster as Record Management Liaison Officer. The board will also receive reports from the fund custodian, investment consultant, attorney, and plan administrator.

• Approval of December 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Ratification of paid invoices (Item A. 25-2081)
• Approval of new invoices (Item B. 25-2082)
• Fund activity report for Dec 12, 2024 – Mar 14, 2025
• Designation of Foster & Foster as Record Management Liaison Officer

The board approved the December 18, 2024 meeting minutes. It approved the consent agenda covering paid invoices, new invoices, and a fund activity report. The board designated Chrissy Stoker of Foster & Foster as the Record Management Liaison Officer. The next meeting was set for June 20, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.

• Approved December 18, 2024 meeting minutes (4‑0)
• Approved paid invoices (Item 25‑2081) on consent agenda (4‑0)
• Approved new invoices (Item 25‑2082) on consent agenda (4‑0)
• Approved fund activity report (Item 25‑2083) on consent agenda (4‑0)
• Designated Chrissy Stoker (Foster & Foster) as Record Management Liaison Officer (4‑0)
• Scheduled next meeting for June 20, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will consider approving February meeting minutes and then discuss several new business items, including the FY24 Annual Report, a possible joint meeting with the Environmental Advisory Board, the Parks & Recreation Master Plan, the Drug Free Youth Program, and a User Fee Study Presentation. A presentation of the 2024 Parks & Recreation Impact Report is also scheduled. The board will review recent and upcoming department events and commission agenda items.

• Approval of February 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion and possible action on FY24 Annual Report
• Discussion on holding a joint meeting with the Environmental Advisory Board
• Discussion on Parks & Recreation Master Plan and board input
• User Fee Study Presentation and discussion

Charter Review Advisory Board

The Charter Review Advisory Board will meet to conduct board business and receive legal training. The board is scheduled to discuss and possibly act on the election of its leadership.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Sunshine Law Training presented by the Office of the City Attorney
• Approval of December 18, 2024 meeting minutes

City Commission Regular Meeting

The North Port City Commission will consider a consent agenda that includes several contract amendments and asset disposals, and will vote on a $83,247,160.87 contract for Phase I of the Price Boulevard widening project with Watson Civil Construction, Inc. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a resolution to vacate rear utility easements for specific lots in the Port Charlotte Subdivision, and a first‑reading ordinance to amend fire sprinkler code sections.

• Approve $83,247,160.87 Contract No. 2024‑28 for Price Boulevard Widening – Phase I (Watson Civil Construction, Inc.)
• Approve Fifth Amendment to Construction Manager at Risk Contract No. 2023‑17.003 for $256,618.33 repair services to City Hall
• Approve Eleventh Amendment to Construction Manager at Risk Contract No. 2023‑17.001 for $766,936.00 repair/demolition at 5455 Pan American Boulevard
• Public hearing on Resolution 2025‑R‑13 to vacate rear utility and drainage easements for Lots 11, 12, 31, 32, Block 1438, 29th Addition, Port Charlotte Subdivision
• First‑reading Ordinance No. 2025‑10 to amend fire sprinkler code sections 26‑3 and 26‑7

Community Economic Development Advisory Board

The Community Economic Development Advisory Board will discuss two new business items: the Suncoast Technical College (STC) Trade Program Expansion and new business development related to corridor zoning. No binding votes are scheduled; these are discussion and possible action items. The board will also approve the minutes from the February 18 meeting.

• Discussion and possible action on Suncoast Technical College (STC) Trade Program Expansion
• Discussion and possible action on New Business Development Relating to Corridor Zoning
• Approval of February 18, 2025 meeting minutes

North Port Non-Profits United (NP2)

The North Port Non-Profits United board will meet to approve prior minutes and review impact statements for the 2023/2024 fiscal year. The agenda includes a review of supporting documents from local non-profit organizations.

• Approval of July 8, 2024 and September 12, 2024 board minutes
• Review of FY 2023/2024 Six Month Impact Statements
• Review of supporting documents for Awaken Outreach, Backpack Angels, and other groups

Historic and Cultural Advisory Board

The Historic and Cultural Advisory Board will meet to discuss the significance and validation of suspected historical sites within the city. The meeting includes a presentation on North Port's history from 1959 to the present. The board will also review the February 12, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Discussion and possible action on the significance and validation of suspected historical sites
• Presentation on North Port's history from 1959 to current
• Approval of February 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding name tags

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss and possibly provide direction on the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget assumptions, projections, and priorities. No votes or final decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion item only.

• Discussion and possible direction on FY 2025-2026 budget assumptions, projections, and priorities.

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will discuss budget amendments for infrastructure and storm recovery, including funding for road widening and hurricane costs. The body is also reviewing software contracts and the approval of a new residential subdivision plat.

• Ordinance to add $13,723,472 to the Price Widening Phase I Project (R15PW1)
• Ordinance to amend the budget by $823,398 for Hurricane Ian and Hurricane Milton costs
• Agreement with Ayuda Group, LLC for Accela software maintenance totaling $459,090
• Final plat approval for Oakbend at Wellen Park, a 181-lot residential subdivision
• Purchase order with Big Truck Rental, LLC for vehicle rentals not to exceed $63,600