Dade City public meetings in 2021
25 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Commission
The Dade City Commission will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including establishing the Hilltop Point Community Development District, a zoning change for 2 Sisters of Pasco LLC, and a comprehensive plan amendment for the St. Joe the Second property. They will also consider consent agenda items such as a school resource officer agreement with Pasco County and multiple construction change orders. The meeting includes a presentation on the police department's 2021-2025 strategic plan.
- Ordinance 2021-25: Establish Hilltop Point Community Development District
- Ordinance 2021-23: Zoning change from RS-2 to RIO on 1.14 acres on Fort King Road
- Ordinance 2021-16: Comprehensive plan amendment for 104.87 acres from Pasco County RES-6 to Dade City MDR
- Ordinance 2021-17: Zoning change for St. Joe II from County MPUD to Dade City PD-R
- Agreement 2021-30: SRO agreement with Pasco County School Board
Planning Board
The Dade City Planning Board will hold a regular session with public comment, new business, and old business. The board will vote on a reorganization to select a new chair and vice chair, consider a variance request for a lot split on Howard Avenue, and hold quasi-judicial hearings on ordinances to amend the comprehensive plan and zoning map for the St. Joe the Second property. They will also discuss draft language for minimum commercial maintenance standards.
- Variance request by Platinum Construction for a lot split at Howard Avenue to allow 52.5-foot frontages (minimum 75 feet required)
- Ordinance 2021-16: Comprehensive plan amendment for 104.87 acres from Pasco County RES-6 to Dade City MDR
- Ordinance 2021-17: Zoning change for 104.87 acres from Pasco County MPUD to Dade City PD-R
- Planning Board reorganization to elect new chair and vice chair
- Discussion of draft Minimum Commercial Maintenance Standards
Workshop
The Dade City Commission is holding a workshop to discuss potential changes to utility fees and deposits, including new ancillary fees, a revised non-payment fee structure, and possible adjustments to deposit policies for tenants and delinquent accounts. The commission will also consider whether to hold deposits in an interest-bearing account and retain the earnings. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.
- Proposed ancillary fees: $35 activation/new account, $70 after-hours non-emergency, $75-$300 meter obstruction, $125-$600 tampering plus repairs
- Non-payment fee split into $15 administrative fee and $45 disconnect fee
- Possible elimination of double deposit policy, with options including increased tenant deposit surcharge (20-60%) and shorter turn-off period (30 days)
- Recommendation to require new deposit if account delinquent 60+ days and establish lien process
- Discussion on holding utility deposits in interest-bearing account and retaining earnings for operations
POSTPOPNED Planning Board
The Dade City Planning Board meeting scheduled for November 3, 2021, has been postponed to November 17, 2021. The public hearing for a rezoning application is also postponed to that date. The agenda contains only procedural information about the postponement and meeting rules.
- Meeting postponed from 11/03/2021 to 11/17/2021
- Public hearing for rezoning application postponed to 11/17/2021
City Commission
The Dade City Commission will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one amending the noise regulation ordinance to add definitions and a special exemption permit for events, and another increasing sanitation collection fees. The Commission will also hear an appeal of a demolition order for 14610 5th Street, consider a police department strategic plan, and vote on consent agenda items including a road closure for Christmas Stroll and a grant award.
- Ordinance 2021-18 amending noise ordinance (Chapter 42, Article II)
- Ordinance 2021-19 amending sanitation collection fees (Section 74-38)
- Demolition order appeal for 14610 5th Street
- Road closure for Christmas Stroll 2021
- Dade City Police Department 2021-2025 Strategic Plan presentation
City Commission
The Dade City Commission is meeting to consider two ordinances on first reading: one amending the city's noise regulations to add definitions, clarify enforcement, and create a special exemption permit for noisy events, and another increasing sanitation collection fees for solid waste, recyclables, and yard trash. The commission will also vote on consent agenda items including road closures for the Kumquat Festival and Christmas Parade, and a lease agreement for the former police department building.
- Ordinance 2021-18 amending noise ordinance (Chapter 42, Article II)
- Ordinance 2021-19 amending sanitation collection fees (Section 74-38)
- Road closure for Kumquat Festival on January 29, 2022 (Meridian Avenue from US 98 By-Pass to 8th Street)
- Road closure for Dade City Christmas Parade 2021
- Agreement 2021-25 lease of former police department building to Sunrise of Pasco County
Community Redevelopment
The Dade City Community Redevelopment Agency will consider two grant applications for building exterior improvements. The board will vote on a reimbursement grant for Endeavor Financial, LLC, and another for Barney & Patricia Newsome. The meeting also includes approval of the September 13, 2021 minutes and public comments.
- Grant application for Endeavor Financial, LLC: up to $2,336 reimbursement for exterior work at 14135 7th Street
- Grant application for Barney & Patricia Newsome: CRA Building Exterior Grant
- Approval of CRA minutes from September 13, 2021
Planning Board/Local Planning Agency
The Dade City Planning Board will hold public hearings on two quasi-judicial items for the St. Joe Road the Second project: a comprehensive plan amendment to change the future land use from Pasco County RES-6 to Dade City MDR (Medium Density Residential) and a companion zoning amendment to PD-R (Planned Development Residential). The board will also discuss draft minimum maintenance standards for commercial properties. Staff recommends approval of the comprehensive plan amendment to the City Commission.
- Comprehensive Plan Amendment (Ordinance 2021-16): change 104.87 acres on St. Joe Road from Pasco County RES-6 to Dade City MDR
- Zoning Amendment (Ordinance 2021-17): companion request for PD-R zoning on the same parcels
- Proposed development density: approximately 4.42 dwelling units per acre, up to 464 units
- Public hearing on Minimum Maintenance Standards for Commercial Properties (draft language only)
- Meeting held in person and via Zoom; public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker
City Commission
The Dade City Commission will hold public hearings to adopt the final property tax millage rate and the final budget for fiscal year 2021-2022. They will also consider several agreements, including city attorney and finance officer services, a sergeants' collective bargaining agreement, and an updated leave policy. The agenda includes proclamations, consent items, and a comprehensive plan amendment adding a property rights element.
- Resolution 2021-17 setting final millage rate for FY 2021-2022
- Resolution 2021-18 adopting final budget for FY 2021-2022
- Ordinance 2021-15 adding a Property Rights Element to the Comprehensive Plan
- Agreement 2021-21 for City Attorney Services
- Agreement 2021-20 for Finance Officer Services with Aclarian LLC
Workshop
The Dade City Commission is holding a workshop to discuss a presentation from Johnson Engineering on 7th Street improvements. The agenda includes the presentation, public comments, and adjournment, with no formal votes or decisions listed.
- Presentation by Johnson Engineering on 7th Street improvements
Workshop
The Dade City Commission is holding a workshop to review the proposed FY21-22 budget, including the General Fund, the LGIS (Penny for Pasco) fund, and the Sanitation Fund. The agenda includes presentations on budget updates and a discussion of the FMIT vacancy. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.
- General Fund budget of $8,628,095 with $3,070,146 for Police
- Penny for Pasco fund: $2,568,800 available, with $372,500 for new police vehicles and $300,000 for Splash Park/Restroom
- Proposed $200,000 for 10th & Whitehouse Drainage Improvements
- Proposed $275,000 for 7th Street Streetscaping Project
- Discussion of FMIT (Florida Municipal Insurance Trust) vacancy
Workshop
The Dade City Commission is holding a workshop to review the proposed FY2021-22 budget, including a $8,648,175 general fund and the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) budget. The workshop covers revenue and expenditure summaries, wage increases, new position requests, and capital projects. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.
- General fund budget of $8,648,175 with $3,087,795 for police
- Proposed wage increases effective 10/2/2021: 3% COLA or new minimum pay
- New hire requests: 4 police officers, executive assistant/PIO, deputy city clerk, groundskeeper
- CRA capital projects: $95,000 for 8th Street parking/lighting, $50,000 for bike/pedestrian amenities
- Additional items: $60,000 comprehensive plan update, $15,000 disaster recovery policy
Workshop
The Dade City Commission is holding a budget workshop to discuss the sanitation fund, utility deposit policies, and water/sewer ancillary fees. Staff presented a recommended sanitation rate increase from $10.91 to $13.71 per month to cover a projected shortfall, and recommended keeping current ancillary fees unchanged. The commission is also considering changes to utility deposit refunds and the practice of filing liens for delinquent accounts.
- Sanitation fund projected expenses $365,800; recommended rate increase to $13.71/month to balance
- Utility deposit analysis: current deposits may be insufficient for some service types (e.g., inside city water/garbage)
- Recommendation to allow tenant deposit refunds if doubling deposits and filing liens are retained
- Ancillary fees: no change recommended; some fees cover costs, others are punitive
- Public comments and meeting procedures included
Planning Board
The Dade City Planning Board will consider two final plat approvals at its August 4, 2021 meeting. The board is recommending approval of the Abbey Glenn II subdivision (170 single-family lots on 41.35 acres) to the City Commission. A second final plat for Suwanee Lakeside Phase 2 and 3 is also on the agenda. Public comments will be accepted.
- Final plat for Abbey Glenn II: 170 single-family lots, 12 tracts, 41.35 acres, applicant Garden Street Communities Southeast, LLC
- Final plat for Suwanee Lakeside Phase 2 and 3
- Public comment period with 3-minute limit per speaker
Workshop
The Dade City Commission is holding a workshop to review tentative budgets for the upcoming fiscal year, including the Utility, Stormwater, Building, and LGIS (Penny for Pasco) funds. Staff presented proposed utility fee increases, new staffing, and capital projects. No final decisions are being made at this workshop; it is a discussion session.
- Proposed utility fee increases: water bill up $0.22 and sewer bill up $1.37 for average residential use (5,300 gallons), combined increase of $1.59
- Utility Fund budget of $6,159,300 includes $1,857,300 for Tank Hill Project and $220,393 for vehicles and equipment
- Stormwater Fund budget of $2,565,000 includes $2,200,000 CDBG-DR grant for Dade Oaks and $150,000 state appropriation for Howard Ave
- Building Fund budget of $383,445 with $267,870 for personnel
- LGIS Fund (Penny for Pasco) proposed expenditures of $2,243,800, including $372,500 for six police vehicles, $300,000 for Splash Park/Restroom, and $275,000 for 7th Street Streetscape
City Commission
The Dade City Commission will hold public hearings on the Rolling Hills annexation, comprehensive plan amendment, and zoning change, with a recommendation to continue them to August 24, 2021. They will also discuss the proposed millage rate for FY2021-2022, legislative priorities, and consider construction awards for the 10th Street Sidewalk and Howard Avenue Drainage Improvements projects.
- Ordinance 2021-07: Annexation of ±152.95 acres (Rolling Hills) - continuance recommended
- Ordinance 2021-08: Comprehensive plan amendment for 151.51 acres from Pasco County RES-6 to Dade City LDR - continuance recommended
- Ordinance 2021-09: Zoning change for 151.51 acres from Pasco County AR to Dade City PD-R - continuance recommended
- Proposed millage rate for FY2021-2022
- Construction awards: 10th Street Sidewalk and Howard Avenue Drainage Improvements
Workshop
The Dade City Commission is holding a workshop to discuss the upcoming budget, including proposed property tax (millage) rates, city-wide staffing needs, and a salary survey. The commission will consider setting a proposed millage rate, which can be lowered but not raised later. The workshop also covers additional staffing requests and a salary study comparing Dade City to other jurisdictions.
- Discussion of proposed millage rates from 7.14 to 7.6755 mills, with revenue impact up to $173,015
- Proposed additional staffing: 4 police officers, 1 permit technician, deputy clerk/executive assistant, part-time groundskeeper
- Water system staffing: 1 trainee, 2 utility service workers; wastewater: 3 trainees, 1 utility service worker
- Salary survey comparing Dade City to Zephyrhills, Pasco County, New Port Richey, and others
- Consideration of adopting a competitive pay scale and addressing wage compression
Planning Board
The Dade City Planning Board will hold a regular session to consider two variance requests from homeowners seeking relief from RS-1 zoning setback and impervious surface coverage limits. The board may approve, deny, or approve with conditions each request. Public comments will be accepted.
- Variance for Howard and Paula Prim at 13709 10th Street to reduce rear/side setback to 2 feet and exceed 30% lot coverage for a carport over existing driveway
- Variance for Robert Kelley at 13727 8th Street to reduce rear setback to 1 foot and exceed 30% lot coverage for replacement of a larger shed
- Both properties are zoned Residential Single Family-1 (RS-1) with standard 10-foot rear and 18-foot side setbacks and 30% maximum lot coverage
- Staff recommends conditions for Prim variance: 2-ft setback, 5-ft separation from principal structure, no additional impervious surface
Workshop
The Dade City Commission is holding a workshop to review the General Fund and Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) budgets for fiscal year 2021-22. The discussion includes year-to-date revenue and expenditure results, anticipated ad valorem tax revenues, and the CRA's vision, goals, and proposed work plan. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.
- General Fund ad valorem revenue projected at $2,306,735, a 12.8% increase over FY20-21
- CRA tax increment financing (TIF) revenues estimated at $220,177, a 10.8% increase
- Proposed CRA capital expenditures include $95,000 for 8th Street parking/electrical/lighting and $50,000 for bike/pedestrian amenities
- CRA work plan includes $19,000 for gateway enhancements (banners, landscaping, Christmas decorations)
- CRA programs include $10,000 for building improvements grants and $8,000 for empty windows program
City Commission
The Dade City Commission will hold public hearings on several proposed ordinances, including annexations, comprehensive plan amendments, and zoning changes for the Rolling Hills and Summit View II properties. Staff recommends continuing the Rolling Hills items to July 27, 2021. The commission will also consider preliminary assessments for stormwater, property maintenance, demolitions, and streetlight services, and review the FY 2020 audit report.
- Ordinance 2021-07: Annexation of ±152.95 acres (Rolling Hills) - recommended continuance to July 27
- Ordinance 2021-08: Large-scale comprehensive plan amendment for Rolling Hills (151.51 acres) from Pasco County RES-6 to Dade City LDR
- Ordinance 2021-09: Zoning amendment for Rolling Hills from Pasco County AR to Dade City PD-R
- Ordinance 2021-03: Annexation of ±169.268 acres (Summit View II) - continued from June 8
- Resolution 2021-03: Preliminary stormwater assessment fee rate for FY 2021-2022
Community Redevelopment
The Dade City Community Redevelopment Agency will consider accepting its FY2019/20 audit report and appropriating its year-end fund balance. The audit shows a fund balance of $134,773 as of September 30, 2020, a decrease of $131,809 from the prior year. The meeting also includes approval of the April 13, 2021 minutes and public comments.
- Acceptance of FY2020 audit report (fund balance $134,773, decrease $131,809)
- Appropriation of year-end fund balance
- Approval of April 13, 2021 CRA minutes
- FY2020 revenues: $182,199; expenditures: $79,908; transfers: $234,100
- COVID-19 impact noted in audit
Workshop
The Dade City Commission is holding a workshop to discuss proposed public safety impact fees, which would increase the fee for a single-family home from $94 to $449.30, and to begin budget discussions for fiscal year 2021-22. The agenda also includes updates on various capital projects, such as stormwater improvements and the Morningside Drive extension. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.
- Proposed public safety impact fee increase: single-family from $94 to $449.30 per dwelling unit
- Budget workshop schedule for FY21-22, with public hearings set for September 13 and 27
- Morningside Drive Extension estimated at $12,400,000 with $5,000,000 state appropriation
- Stormwater improvements: Howard Avenue ($150,000 state appropriation), Dade Oaks ($3.5M CDBG-DR grant)
- Park facility at 8th and Church Avenue: master plan expected Fall 2021
City Commission
The Dade City Commission will consider approving a $14,200 scope of work for a destination marketing campaign with The Creative Stable, and will also vote on granting a utility easement to Tampa Electric for the new Tank Hill Water Facility. The agenda includes recognition of graduating Youth Council members and Juneteenth scholarship recipients, plus designation of a voting delegate for the Florida League of Cities conference.
- Approve Agreement 2021-14 granting Tampa Electric a 15-foot easement for the Tank Hill Water Facility
- Approve $14,200 scope of work with Creative Stable for a destination marketing campaign
- Designate voting delegate for Florida League of Cities Annual Conference (Aug 12-14, Orlando)
- Set public hearing dates for FY2022 budget
- Recognize graduating Dade City Youth Council seniors and Juneteenth scholarship recipients
City Commission
The Dade City Commission will hold public hearings on three ordinances related to the Summit View II project: annexing approximately 169.268 acres, amending the comprehensive plan, and rezoning the property. They will also hear a presentation on the Morningside Drive Extension route study and consider several consent agenda items, including a construction agreement and a change order.
- Annexation of ±169.268 acres (Ordinance 2021-03) on Happy Hill Road and St. Joe Road
- Comprehensive plan amendment for 169.268 acres from Pasco County RES-3 to Dade City SDR (Ordinance 2021-04)
- Zoning change for 169.268 acres from Pasco County C-1, AR, R-1 to Dade City PD-R (Ordinance 2021-05)
- Church Avenue Forcemain agreement with Augustine Construction (Agreement 2021-13)
- Visitors Center change order #1 with Borregard Construction
City Commission
The Dade City Commission will hold public hearings on three ordinances related to the Rolling Hills property: annexing about 152.95 acres, amending the comprehensive plan for 151.51 acres from Pasco County RES-6 to Dade City LDR, and rezoning 151.51 acres from Pasco County AR to Dade City PD-R. The commission will also consider ratifying two prior ordinances (2020-05 and 2020-24) regarding JDR Properties and Uradco parcels, plus consent agenda items including a solid waste franchise agreement extension with Waste Connections. New business includes declaring surplus property, a task order for 7th Street improvements, and a destination marketing campaign scope of work.
- Ordinance 2021-07: Annexation of ±152.95 acres (Rolling Hills)
- Ordinance 2021-08: Comp plan amendment for 151.51 acres to LDR
- Ordinance 2021-09: Zoning change to PD-R for Rolling Hills
- Ordinance 2021-12: Ratification of zoning for JDR Properties on Citrus Country Drive
- Ordinance 2021-13: Ratification of annexation of 104.12 acres at 36327 St. Joe Road