Dade City public meetings in 2021
55 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
Open House - 7th Street Redesign
This is an open house forum for the public to give feedback on the redesign of 7th Street. The city will present exhibits showing different design alternatives for the street. The meeting includes a brief presentation followed by an open house format for comments.
- Redesign of 7th Street
- Alternatives A, B, C, and D for Section No. 3 from Meridian Avenue to Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
- Exhibits showing typical sections with bike lanes, parking, and travel lanes
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
Planning Board
The Planning Board is reviewing a request by 2 Sisters, LLC to change the zoning of a 1.14-acre vacant parcel from RS-2 to RIO. This change would allow for future professional office or townhouse residential development. The Board will also discuss commercial minimum maintenance standards.
- Zoning Amendment: 2 Sisters, LLC request to rezone 1.14 acres on Fort King Road from RS-2 to RIO
- Discussion: Commercial Minimum Maintenance Standards
- Ordinance 2021-23: Draft ordinance regarding the 2 Sisters, LLC rezoning
City Commission
The City Commission will consider several land use amendments, including a large-scale comprehensive plan change for 104.87 acres. The meeting also includes discussions on IT disaster recovery agreements and a final budget amendment for the 2021 fiscal year.
- Large-scale comprehensive plan amendment for St. Joe II (104.87 acres)
- Zoning amendment for St. Joe II from MPUD to PD-R
- IT disaster recovery agreement with DSM ($868.28 monthly; $2,476 setup fee)
- Resolution 2021-20: FY 2021 Final Budget Amendment
- Ordinance 2021-24: Vacating an alley at 13744 7th Street
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
Community Redevelopment
The Dade City Community Redevelopment Agency will vote on a resolution to convey title of capital assets purchased with CRA funds (including benches, trash receptacles, signage, and part of the Hardy Trail) to the City of Dade City, as recommended by auditors. The board will also consider a $3,115 exterior improvement grant for RX Care Pharmacy & Kwik Mart to replace awnings at 14306 7th Street. The meeting includes approval of the October 12, 2021 minutes and public comment.
- Resolution 2021-02: Convey CRA capital assets to City of Dade City
- CRA Exterior Improvements Grant: $3,115 for RX Care Pharmacy & Kwik Mart awning replacement at 14306 7th Street
- Approval of CRA meeting minutes from October 12, 2021
- Public comments and agenda modifications
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
City Commission
The Dade City Commission will hold public hearings to adopt the tentative millage rate and budget for fiscal year 2021-2022, and to certify final assessment rates for street lighting, stormwater, and property maintenance. They will also consider annexing the Rolling Hills property, rezoning it, and approving several final plats. The consent agenda includes a CRA interlocal agreement, a change order for the Visitors Information Center, and a grant amendment for Howard Ave drainage improvements.
- Tentative millage rate and budget for FY 2021-2022 (Resolutions 2021-10, 2021-11)
- Final street lighting assessments for Lynan Estates, The Pines, and Highland Bluff (Resolutions 2021-12, 2021-13, 2021-14)
- Stormwater management fee rate for FY 2021-2022 (Resolution 2021-15)
- Annexation of ~152.95 acres (Rolling Hills) and zoning change to PD-R (Ordinances 2021-07, 2021-09)
- Final plat approvals for Hilltop Estates, Suwannee Lakeside Phase 2 and 3, and Abbey Glenn II
Community Redevelopment
The Community Redevelopment Agency is considering the adoption of its fiscal year 2021-2022 budget. The board is also reviewing an agreement to transfer $80,000 in increment revenues to the City for staff salaries and benefits.
- Resolution 2021-01: Adoption of a $354,950 budget for fiscal year 2021-2022
- Agreement 2021-01: Interlocal agreement for $80,000 in alternate increment revenue calculations
- FY19/20 Audit report review by Purvis Gray
- Appropriation of fund balance discussion
Workshop
The City Commission is holding a workshop to review the results of a drainage analysis for the Whitehouse Avenue and 10th Street area, which frequently ponds after heavy rain. Johnson Engineering presented potential interim improvements, but recommended none due to lengthy timelines and minimal benefit, instead prioritizing eastern improvements in the Dade Oaks project. The Dade Oaks project, funded with $3,418,599 in CDBG-DR disaster recovery funds, is expected to begin construction in February 2022.
- Drainage analysis for Whitehouse Avenue and 10th Street area
- Interim alternatives considered: pump station upgrades, land acquisition, pond expansions
- Recommendation to prioritize eastern improvements in Dade Oaks project
- Dade Oaks project awarded $3,418,599 through CDBG-DR program
- Construction for Dade Oaks project expected November 2022
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
Planning Board
The Planning Board is reviewing a large-scale amendment to add a property rights element to the City Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes discussions on a variance for Norton and the Hilltop Pointe final plat.
- Ordinance 2021-15: Large Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment regarding Property Rights Element
- Hilltop Pointe Final Plat
- Norton Variance
- Ratification of Prim and Kelly Variances
City Commission
The City Commission will consider increasing public safety impact fees for new projects and review several insurance renewals. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the Rolling Hills annexation and zoning amendments.
- Ordinance 2021-14: Proposed increase to public safety impact fees for residential, commercial, and industrial projects
- Municipal Insurance Services award to Florida Municipal Insurance Trust for $312,300.00
- Ordinance 2021-07: Annexation of approximately 152.95 acres for Rolling Hills
- Ordinance 2021-08: Comprehensive Plan Amendment for Rolling Hills
- Ordinance 2021-09: Zoning Amendment for Rolling Hills lands between SR 52 and Roberts Road
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
City Commission
The City Commission will consider increasing public safety impact fees for new projects and approving an AV upgrade for City Hall using grant funding. The meeting also includes discussions on document scanning services and opioid litigation.
- Ordinance 2021-14: Proposed increase to public safety impact fees for residential, commercial, and industrial projects
- AV Upgrades: $48,747.35 proposal from MCS of Tampa, Inc. for Commission Chambers and City Hall Lobby
- Document Scanning: Authorization for scanning services not to exceed $50,000
- Force Main Upgrades: Discussion of ISS Task Order for design services
- Resolution 2021-08: Discussion regarding opioid litigation
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
City Commission
The Dade City City Commission meets Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at 5:30 PM at City Hall, 38020 Meridian Avenue, with in-person and electronic attendance options. The commission will consider a bid award for the Church Street forcemain project, ratify two prior land-use ordinances (a zoning map amendment for JDR Properties on Citrus Country Drive and a 112.055-acre annexation at 36327 St. Joe Road), and act on a consent agenda that includes a JustFOIA public records software agreement and a request to waive a cemetery headstone rule. The meeting also includes several proclamations and public comment periods.
- Church Street forcemain bid award, with a recommendation of award to Augustine Construction
- Ordinance 2021-12: ratifying Ordinance 2020-05, a zoning map amendment for JDR Properties parcels on Citrus Country Drive
- Ordinance 2021-13: ratifying Ordinance 2020-24, annexing about 112.055 acres at 36327 St. Joe Road (former Uradco, Inc. property)
- JustFOIA public records request software: first-year implementation and training $5,674.50; future annual maintenance $4,252.55
- Consent agenda includes a request from Dr. Thomas to waive the rule prohibiting headstones
Planning Board
The Dade City Planning Board is holding public hearings on three linked ordinances for the Rolling Hills property, about 152 acres west of Opportunity Way, south of SR 52, and north of Roberts Road. The board will consider annexing the land into the city, changing its future land use from Pasco County RES-6 to Dade City MDR, and rezoning it from Pasco County AR to Dade City RG-2. The meeting is hybrid, with in-person and electronic attendance, and masks are required in chambers due to COVID restrictions.
- Ordinance 2021-07: annex ~152.95 acres into Dade City limits
- Ordinance 2021-08: change future land use from Pasco County RES-6 to Dade City MDR on ~151.51 acres
- Ordinance 2021-09: rezone ~151.51 acres from Pasco County AR to Dade City RG-2
- Property is west of Opportunity Way, south of SR 52, north of Roberts Road
- Public comments accepted on items not on the agenda
Workshop
The Dade City City Commission holds a workshop on special events policy, reviewing the existing code and considering recommended changes. Topics include redefining event sizes, adding a "significant events" category and block party tiers, standardizing permits, and setting fees and security deposits. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda lists presentations, public comments, and adjournment.
- Review of Special Event Code (Chapter 14, Article IV; Ordinance 2004-0861; Resolution 2008-0965)
- Proposed redefining event sizes: large from 5,000+ to 500+, medium from 1,000-5,000 to 100-499, small from 300-1,000 to 50-99
- New "Significant Events" category triggered by alcohol permits, cash resources, street closures, or personnel costs over $500
- Proposed block party tiers and possible change to the not-for-profit sponsor requirement
- Fee discussion: pavilion/ballfield rentals $30/3 hours, James Irvin Center $50/hour with proposed security deposit increase from $100 to $200
City Commission
The Dade City Commission will hold public hearings on ordinances to annex roughly 169 acres on Happy Hill Road and St. Joe Road, amend the comprehensive plan, and rezone the land for a planned residential development. Commissioners will also consider a consent agenda including a $173,571 engineering services agreement for CDBG-DR drainage work and task orders for wastewater and road projects. Several items are continued from the March 23, 2021 meeting.
- Ordinance 2021-03: annex approximately 169.268 acres (Denlinger/Summit View II) into city limits
- Ordinance 2021-04: change future land use on Happy Hill Road and St. Joe Road from Pasco County RES-3 to Dade City SDR
- Ordinance 2021-05: rezone same parcels from Pasco County C-1, AR, and R-1 to Dade City PD-R
- Consent agenda: Agreement 2021-07 with Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions for CDBG-DR engineering services, estimated $173,571, reimbursable up to $360,000 under DEO Grant #IR020 ($3,418,599)
- New business: Johnson Engineering task order for Whitehouse Avenue drainage analysis
City Commission
The Dade City City Commission meets Tuesday, April 13, 2021, to consider a zoning change for the Vista Walk/St. Joe Road project and to approve two agreements. The consent agenda includes a $94,753 drainage contract for Main Avenue and 15th Street and an administrative services contract for CDBG-DR work. A public hearing will be held on Ordinance 2021-06, which would rezone about 99.78 acres from residential and planned-development housing districts to Planned Development-Residential.
- Ordinance 2021-06: rezone ~99.78 acres for Vista Walk/St. Joe Road from RG-2, RS-2 and PDH-2 to PD-R (quasi-judicial public hearing, second reading)
- Agreement 2021-05 with Kamminga & Roodvoets, Inc. for $94,753 in Main Avenue and 15th Street drainage improvements, funded by the Penny surtax
- Agreement 2021-06 with Fred Fox Enterprise for administrative services for CDBG-DR #IR020
- Vacancy on the Police Pension Board under unfinished business
- Proclamation for Donate Life Month
Community Redevelopment
The Dade City Community Redevelopment Agency is considering a building exterior improvement grant application from Martom Old Market, LLC for awnings at 14136 8th Street. The applicant requested $15,000, but staff recommends approval of an amount not to exceed $5,000, which is what remains in the CRA grant budget this fiscal year. The agenda also includes approval of December 8, 2020 minutes and a noted FY19-20 annual report.
- Exterior grant application from Martom Old Market, LLC for awnings at 14136 8th Street; applicant requested $15,000, staff recommends up to $5,000
- Three awnings bids listed: Metal Awnings $36,795, Awning Works $60,637, West Coast Awnings $72,976
- CRA grant budget has $5,000 remaining after a prior grant to Premium Collectibles
- Approval of December 8, 2020 CRA meeting minutes
- Noted item: Community Redevelopment Agency FY19-20 Annual Report
Planning Board
The Dade City Planning Board meets April 7, 2021 to hear a resident's variance request and three public hearings on the Summit View II/Denlinger properties at Happy Hill Road and St. Joe Road. The hearings cover a voluntary annexation of about 169.25 acres, a large-scale Comprehensive Plan text amendment, and a future land use and zoning change from Pasco County designations to Dade City SDR and PD-R. The zoning and land use items were continued from March 3, 2021.
- Variance VAR2021-101: Jeffra Flaitz, 14058 11th Street, seeks reduced side/rear setbacks and lot coverage above 30% for a 14x20 garage and 14x10 screened patio; staff recommends approval with conditions
- Ordinance 2021-03: voluntary annexation of about ±169.25 acres owned by Harry and Janet Denlinger at the southeast corner of Happy Hill Road and St. Joe Road
- Ordinance 2021-04: Comprehensive Plan future land use map change for the ~169.25-acre Denlinger/Summit View II property from Pasco County RES-3 to Dade City SDR (3 dwelling units/gross acre)
- Ordinance 2021-05: zoning change for ~169.268 acres from Pasco County C-1 and R-1 to Dade City PD-R (Planned Development Residential, 2.93 dwelling units/gross acre)
- Ordinance 2021-11: staff-initiated text amendment to Comprehensive Plan Objective FLU 1.1.6 on future land use categories and compatible zoning districts
City Commission
The Dade City City Commission meets March 23, 2021 to take up three ordinances tied to the roughly 169.25-acre Summit View II property on Happy Hill Road and St. Joe Road — annexation, a comprehensive plan amendment, and a zoning change — each recommended for continuance to April 27, 2021. A fourth zoning ordinance for the roughly 99.78-acre Vista Walk/St. Joe Road project would change zoning to Planned Development-Residential. The commission also holds a second reading on Ordinance 2021-10 to increase water and wastewater system development charges, and considers filling a vacancy on the Police Pension Board.
- Ordinance 2021-03: annex about 169.25 acres (Summit View II) into city limits; staff recommends continuance to April 27, 2021
- Ordinance 2021-04: amend future land use map for the same 169.25 acres on Happy Hill Road and St. Joe Road from Pasco County RES-3 to Dade City SDR; continuance recommended
- Ordinance 2021-05: rezone the 169.25 acres from Pasco County C-1 and R-1 to Dade City PD-R; continuance recommended
- Ordinance 2021-06: rezone about 99.78 acres (Vista Walk/St. Joe Road) from RG-2, RS-2 and PDH-2 to PD-R
- Ordinance 2021-10 (second reading): increase system development charges for water and wastewater connections
Workshop
The Dade City City Commission holds a workshop to discuss renewing the solid waste contract, which expires 5/2/2021, and to hear updates on Penny for Pasco (LGIS) sales-tax projects and master plans for City Park and sidewalks. Two renewal options are presented: a 3-year extension at $12.50 per home per month with residents supplying containers, or a 5-year extension at $17.74 per home per month with hauler-provided rolling carts. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting is a workshop for discussion.
- Solid waste contract expires 5/2/2021; current monthly fee to City is $9.15 per household
- Option 1: 3-year extension, $12.50/home/month, residents supply containers
- Option 2: 5-year extension, $17.74/home/month, hauler-provided 95-gallon carts
- FY21 LGIS (Penny for Pasco) budgeted projects total $1,611,500, including $200,000 for 10th Street Sidewalk and $150,000 for Splash Park Design
- Master plans discussed for City Park and a Sidewalk/ADA Transition Plan; no sidewalk inventory currently exists
City Commission
The Dade City City Commission meets March 9, 2021 to consider raising System Development Charges for water and wastewater connections, award a drainage improvement construction contract for Main Avenue and 15th Street, and adopt the Pasco County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan. The meeting also includes an investment update and several proclamations. Public hearings on the fee ordinance and the construction award are on the agenda.
- Ordinance 2021-10: first reading to increase System Development Charges for water and wastewater connections (Sections 98-49 and 98-95)
- Construction award for Main Avenue and 15th Street drainage improvements, with bids from Kamminga & Roodvoets, CW Roberts, West to West, and DB Civil
- Resolution 2021-01 adopting the Pasco County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan
- IT security services proposal from SHI (Arctic Wolf)
- Mutual Aid Agreement 2021-04 with the Pasco County Sheriff's Office
Planning Board
The Dade City Planning Board meets March 3, 2021 to consider zoning changes for two residential projects. Three Summit View II items (annexation and plan/zoning amendments covering about 169.25 acres on Happy Hill Road and St. Joe Road) are recommended for continuance to April 7, 2021. The Board will hear Ordinance 2021-06, a request to rezone about 99.78 acres between St. Joe Road and Blanton Road for up to 504 homes (270 townhomes and 234 single-family), with staff recommending approval to the City Commission. Several resident emails about the projects are included in the packet.
- Ordinance 2021-03: annex about 169.25 acres for Summit View II — recommended continuance to April 7, 2021
- Ordinance 2021-04: large-scale comp plan amendment for Summit View II, Happy Hill Road and St. Joe Road — recommended continuance to April 7, 2021
- Ordinance 2021-05: rezoning Summit View II from Pasco County C-1 and R-1 to Dade City PD-R — recommended continuance to April 7, 2021
- Ordinance 2021-06: rezone about 99.78 acres (Vista Walk/St. Joe Road) from RG-2, RS-2 and PDH-2 to PD-R for up to 504 units at 5.05 units/acre; staff recommends approval
- Resident emails from Stephanie Fernandez, Mary Prizeman, Elicia Morris, Karen Destenfano and Peggy Woods on the Vista Walk and Summit View projects
Workshop
The City Commission holds a workshop to hear a presentation on a Water and Wastewater System Development Charge study by Raftelis Financial Consultants. The study recommends adopting higher impact fees charged to new development — $1,745 for water and $4,988 for wastewater per equivalent residential connection, up from $1,321 and $3,943. No vote is scheduled; the item is listed for discussion only, with public comment and adjournment to follow.
- Proposed water impact fee would rise from $1,321 to $1,745 per ERC; wastewater from $3,943 to $4,988 — a total increase of $1,469 (27.9%)
- Study cites $41.7 million in existing water/wastewater utility assets and a $67.0 million six-year capital plan, with $48.2 million recognized in the fee calculation
- Major projects named include Tank Hill Well and Booster Station, Advanced Metering Infrastructure, and Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion/Relocation to 3.2 MGD
- Consultant recommends a 90-day grace period from adoption to effective date and periodic fee reviews every 3–5 years
- Workshop held in person with social distancing and masks required; public may also attend via GoToMeeting or phone
Marketing Workshop
The Dade City City Commission meets in a workshop to continue discussing how to market the city, with a presentation on Mount Dora as a case study. The agenda covers a recap of the November 17, 2020 workshop, comparisons with other communities (Mount Dora, Arcadia, Zephyrhills, New Port Richey), and possible direction. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only workshop.
- Marketing workshop Part II, with a Mount Dora case study including Mt. Dora Ordinance No. 2019-13 on special events
- Recap of Nov. 17, 2020 workshop: FY20/21 marketing budget of $40,000, against an original $46,000 ask
- Proposal for inventory creation by Creative Stable at $16,675 (photo library, website reskin, video refresh)
- Approved budget direction of $40,000: Visit Florida $1,500, ad buys $7,500, inventory creation $16,675, previously approved $6,000
- Staff reported the Merchants Association declined to resubmit an $18,100 proposal at its Feb. 3 meeting
City Commission
The Dade City City Commission meets Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2021, at 5:30 PM at City Hall, 38020 Meridian Avenue, with in-person and call-in options due to Covid-19 restrictions. The main substantive items are first readings of two proposed ordinances: one amending the Firefighters' Relief and Pension Fund and one allowing Sunday alcoholic beverage sales to begin at 7:00 a.m. The rest of the agenda is largely procedural, including minutes approval, presentations, and staff reports.
- Ordinance 2021-01: first reading of an amendment to the Firefighters' Relief and Pension Fund, changing Section 3 on the Board of Trustees
- Ordinance 2021-02: first reading to amend city code so Sunday alcohol sales may begin at 7:00 a.m.
- Consent agenda includes draft minutes from the Jan. 12 and Jan. 26, 2021 commission meetings
- Black History Month presentation
- Public comment periods and city administration reports from the manager, clerk, finance officer, attorney, police chief, and department directors
Planning Board
The Dade City Planning Board meets Feb. 3, 2021 to consider two new business items: a final plat for the Cove Subdivision (PLAT2021-011) and construction plan approval for the Teri Court Subdivision (SITE2021-101). The board will also approve minutes from its Jan. 6, 2021 meeting and receive training materials on Florida planning. The meeting is hybrid, with in-person and electronic attendance options due to COVID-19 restrictions.
- Final plat review for Cove Subdivision (PLAT2021-011), including boundary and topographic surveys
- Construction plan approval for Teri Court Subdivision (SITE2021-101), with 11 sheets of plans dated 12-23-20
- Approval of Jan. 6, 2021 Planning Board meeting minutes
- Planning Board training on the Florida Planning Officials Handbook (205 pages) and online videos
- Public comments accepted in advance by email or letter, or in person with speaker request form
Special Magistrate Hearing
Dade City's Special Magistrate holds a virtual hearing on January 27, 2021, with one public hearing scheduled: Case #839 concerning 14442 Delmar Street. The agenda also includes approval of the November 25, 2020 meeting minutes and standard procedural steps such as swearing in speakers and opening comments. The meeting is conducted virtually, with public access by computer or phone.
- Public hearing on Case #839 at 14442 Delmar Street
- Approval of November 25, 2020 meeting minutes
- Virtual meeting via GoToMeeting; public can join online or by phone
- Swearing of all persons testifying or speaking before the Special Magistrate
City Commission
The Dade City City Commission meets Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2021, at 5:30 PM. The main public hearing is first reading of Ordinance 2020-22, a staff-initiated zoning map amendment changing about 5.26 acres on Meridian and Pasco Avenues from General Commercial and Retail/Institutional/Office to Central Business District. Commissioners will also vote on a consent agenda covering paving, striping, generator maintenance, and engineering contract extensions, and hear a preliminary plat for the Clinton Corner subdivision.
- Ordinance 2020-22: rezoning ~5.26 acres on Meridian and Pasco Avenues from CG and RIO to CBD (quasi-judicial public hearing, first reading)
- Consent agenda: Pasco Avenue mill and pave, with APS and Imperial proposals
- Consent agenda: 7th Street microsurfacing and striping
- Consent agenda: generator preventative maintenance bids from Mid Florida Diesel, LEW, and Ring Power
- New business: Clinton Corner preliminary plat and construction plans
Youth Council
The Dade City Youth Council meets Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at 5:00 PM at City Hall, 38020 Meridian Avenue. The agenda lists new business including the February 15 Youth Leadership Summit, Dog Days, the Kumquat Festival, Readers to Leaders, a community service project, and a Tallahassee trip in April 2021, plus a report to the Commission. Old business includes signing volunteer hours and social media status. The agenda is largely a list of items with no dollar amounts, ordinances, or votes specified.
- Youth Leadership Summit scheduled for February 15
- Kumquat Festival listed under new business
- Readers to Leaders program discussed
- Youth Council community service project
- Tallahassee trip planned for April 2021
City Commission
The Dade City Commission meets Tuesday, January 12, 2021, at 5:30 PM at City Hall, 38020 Meridian Avenue, with in-person attendance and social distancing; masks are required and seating is limited due to COVID-19. The main items are two quasi-judicial public hearings on first reading: Ordinance 2020-13 would change the future land use map for about 166.80 acres on Clinton Ave and Wilds Road from Pasco County RES-3 and RES-1 to Dade City MDR and C/P, and Ordinance 2020-14 would change the zoning on the same acreage from Pasco County AC and AR to Dade City PD-R. The consent agenda also includes a CDBG-DR grant administration award and a wastewater transfer station contract.
- Ordinance 2020-13: first reading to amend the future land use map for ~166.80 acres on Clinton Ave and Wilds Road from Pasco County RES-3/RES-1 to Dade City MDR and C/P
- Ordinance 2020-14: first reading to rezone the same ~166.80 acres from Pasco County AC/AR to Dade City PD-R
- Consent agenda: CDBG-DR #IR020 grant administration services, with Fred Fox Enterprises ranked highest at $165,000.00 versus Guardian Community Resource Management at $170,929.95
- Consent agenda: wastewater treatment plant vacuum truck transfer station, lowest proposal from Contract Management Services, LLC at $9,859.10
- Consent agenda: Agreement 2021-01 to use Asphalt Paving Systems, Inc.'s Lee County contract for roadway improvements after the Pasco County contract lapsed
Planning Board
The Dade City Planning Board meets January 6, 2021 to consider a preliminary plat and construction plans for the 298-home Clinton Corner subdivision on 82.04 acres at 38350 Clinton Avenue, two conditional use applications for assisted living facilities, and a staff-initiated zoning map amendment to rezone about 64.18 acres downtown from CG and RIO to CBD. The meeting is held in person with social distancing and also available by phone or online. The zoning amendment is a quasi-judicial public hearing on Ordinance 2020-22.
- Clinton Corner subdivision preliminary plat and construction plans (SPP2020-104): 298 single-family lots on 82.04 acres at 38350 Clinton Avenue
- Conditional use CU2020-102: K2M Properties LLC, 150-bed assisted living facility
- Conditional use CU2020-103: 2 Sisters Pasco LLC, 130-bed assisted living facility
- Ordinance 2020-22: rezone approximately 64.18 acres on Meridian Avenue and Pasco Avenue from CG and RIO to CBD (Central Business District)
- Board training item under new business