Edgewater public meetings in 2020

Recreation & Cultural Services Board

The Recreation & Cultural Services Board met to approve minutes from September 24, 2020, and discuss old business including a Beautification Award Nomination Form update and a Founders Day Celebration proclamation. New business items included a schedule of events featuring a YMCA Movie In The Park, a Christmas Drive Thru, a Holiday Light Decorating Contest, and the Princess Ball 2021. The agenda contained no major budget decisions, zoning changes, or large contracts.

• Approval of minutes from the September 24, 2020 meeting
• Update to the Beautification Award Nomination Form
• Founders Day Celebration and Proclamation
• Schedule of events including YMCA Movie In The Park and Christmas Drive Thru
• Princess Ball 2021

The Board approved the minutes from the September 24, 2020 meeting. Members reviewed a beautification award form and proposed replacing Founders Day with a Hawks Park Anniversary celebration in 2021. The Board also discussed rescheduling the Princess Ball to May 2021.

• Approved September 24, 2020 meeting minutes (4-0)

Police Pension Board

The Edgewater Police Pension Board meets to discuss new business including the 5th Trustee Seat and Council Appointed Trustee Seat. The board also reviews 2021 quarterly meeting dates, actual expenses through September 30, 2020, and a draft Summary Plan Description. Reports from investment consultants, actuaries, and legal counsel are scheduled, along with a consent agenda for warrant ratification.

• Discussion of the 5th Trustee Seat and Council Appointed Trustee Seat
• Review of 2021 Quarterly Meeting Dates
• Review of Actual Expenses as of 09/30/2020
• Review of DRAFT Summary Plan Description
• Consent agenda for Warrant #79 and Warrant #80 ratification

General Employee Pension Board

The General Employee Pension Board for the City of Edgewater meets to approve minutes from September 23, 2020, and set 2021 quarterly meeting dates. The board will review quarterly investment reports from Burgess Chambers & Associates and discuss a cyber liability policy with Foster & Foster. Additionally, the board will ratify Warrant #66 and Warrant #67 and review fund activity from September 17, 2020, to December 7, 2020.

• Approval of minutes from the September 23, 2020 meeting
• Ratification of Warrant #66 and Warrant #67
• Review of Burgess Chambers & Associates quarterly report through September 30, 2020
• Discussion of Foster & Foster Cyber Liability Policy
• Setting of 2021 Quarterly Meeting Dates

Firefighters Pension Board

The Edgewater Firefighters Pension Board meets to approve minutes and review actual expenses as of September 30, 2020. The agenda includes reports from investment managers and attorneys, along with a consent agenda to ratify Warrant #74 and Warrant #75. The board will also discuss a cyber liability policy for the plan administrator and 2021 meeting dates.

• Ratification of Warrant #74 and Warrant #75
• Review of Actual Expenses as of 9/30/2020
• Investment reports from Bowen, Hanes and Co. and AndCo
• Discussion of Foster & Foster Cyber Liability Policy
• Approval of 2021 Quarterly Meeting Dates

Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate

The City of Edgewater Special Magistrate is scheduled to hear public hearings for 11 specific code enforcement citations. The agenda lists procedural items such as roll call and approval of minutes, followed by the review of new business cases. No decisions are recorded in the agenda, which serves only to list the matters to be heard.

• Case 20-115883A/B: Citation for Off-Street Parking Standards and Commercial Outdoor Storage at 116 North Ridgewood Avenue
• Case 20-116012A/B: Citation for Business Tax Receipt and Certificate of Use at 3308 Sabal Palm Drive
• Case 20-116080: Citation for Inoperable/Wrecked Vehicle at 109 Evergreen Avenue
• Case 20-116108A/B: Citation for Neglected Premise and Storage on Vacant Lots at 601 North Ridgewood Avenue
• Case 20-116117: Citation for Nuisance Generally at 3199 West Indian River Boulevard

Special Magistrate Jacob Schumer found two properties in violation of business tax and use requirements, assessing $300 in total fines. Eight additional properties were found in violation of various city codes after the owners failed to appear, resulting in orders for staff recommendations.

• Assessed $150 fine for Business Tax Receipt violation at 3308 Sabal Palm Drive
• Assessed $150 fine for Certificate of Use violation at 3308 Sabal Palm Drive
• Ordered staff recommendation for parking violation at 116 North Ridgewood Avenue
• Ordered staff recommendation for outdoor storage violation at 116 North Ridgewood Avenue
• Ordered staff recommendation for inoperable vehicle violation at 109 Evergreen Avenue
• Ordered staff recommendation for trailer storage violation at 1016 Ruth Drive
• Ordered staff recommendation for neglected premise and vacant lot storage at 601 North Ridgewood Avenue
• Ordered staff recommendation for nuisance and residential parking violations at 3199 West Indian River Blvd and 1803 Willow Oak Drive

Planning and Zoning Board

The December 9, 2020 Planning and Zoning Board meeting has been cancelled because there are no agenda items to consider. The next meeting is scheduled for January 13, 2021.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for January 13, 2021

City Council - Special Meeting

The Edgewater City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss two items: a reciprocal easement agreement (including a corrected version) and an appeal by Jayson Hoffman requesting that the Council overturn the October 21, 2020 Planning & Zoning Board approval of two variances related to VA-2027. The agenda includes attachments such as letters and a revised site plan.

• Reciprocal Easement Agreement (with errors) and Affidavit of Scrivener's Error & rerecorded agreement
• Ken Hooper letter dated 10/26/2020
• Email correspondence from ALDI
• Appeal of Planning & Zoning Board approval of variances for VA-2027
• Site Plan - Revised 11-03-20

City Council - Special Meeting

The City of Edgewater Council will hold a special meeting to ratify the results of the 2020 elections. The agenda consists solely of this ratification process and procedural items. No other business, such as budget changes or new ordinances, is listed for discussion.

• Ratification of 2020 Election Results via Resolution No. 2020-R-39

At a special meeting on December 7, 2020, the Edgewater City Council approved Resolution No. 2020-R-39, titled "Election Results & Ratification." The resolution was read into the record by City Attorney Wolfe; there was no staff report, and the public hearing was opened and closed by Mayor Thomas. The motion by Councilman Conroy, seconded by Councilwoman Power, passed 5-0. The meeting adjourned at 6:02 p.m. with no other business.

• Approved Resolution No. 2020-R-39 (Election Results & Ratification) (5-0)
• Opened and closed the public hearing on Resolution No. 2020-R-39 with no public comment recorded
• Adjourned the special meeting at 6:02 p.m.

City Council

The Edgewater City Council is meeting to consider a range of items including multiple annexations, zoning and land-use amendments, pension plan changes for general employees, police, and firefighters, and a budget amendment. The agenda also includes consent items such as a police motorcycle lease, a backup generator purchase, and a manhole lining contract, as well as a preliminary plat approval and a special activity request.

• Ordinance 2020-O-29: annexation of .13 acres at 122 Coleman Street
• Ordinance 2020-O-32: General Employees' Pension Plan changes
• Ordinance 2020-O-33: Police Pension Plan changes
• Resolution 2020-R-37: December amended budget for FY 2020-2021
• Consent: police motorcycle lease, generator package, manhole lining contract

Edgewater's City Council approved a series of second-reading ordinances covering annexation, comprehensive plan and zoning map changes, and pension plan changes, all by 5-0 votes. The council also approved a December amended budget, reappointed George Kennedy to the Planning and Zoning Board, and approved the Elegant Manor Estates preliminary plat. It waived fees for a YMCA special activity but declined to authorize alcohol sales in a city park. Councilwoman Gigi Bennington was elected Vice Mayor.

• Elected Councilwoman Gigi Bennington as Vice Mayor (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda excluding item 7a (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-O-29 annexing .13 acres at 122 Coleman Street (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-O-30 amending Future Land Use Map for 122 Coleman Street to Medium Density Residential (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-O-32 General Employees' Pension Plan changes (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-O-27 rezoning 25.592 acres at 3850 South Ridgewood Avenue (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-O-31 amending Future Land Use Map for 2.663 acres at 3850 South Ridgewood Avenue (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-O-33 Police Pension changes (5-0)

Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate

The City of Edgewater Special Magistrate is scheduled to hear multiple code enforcement cases on November 12, 2020. The agenda lists specific citations for violations including nuisance, trailer storage, and missing business tax receipts. Several cases are marked as 'Repeat' or 'Reoccurrence' under Section 10-402 Alternate Method of Enforcement. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as roll call and approval of minutes.

• Case # 20-116098A/B: Dawn M McDonald (2803 Willow Oak Drive) cited for Nuisance and Trailer Storage.
• Case # 20-115964A/B: Francis & Lori Steinmetz (1513 Queen Palm Drive) cited for missing Business Tax Receipt and Certificate of Use.
• Case # 20-116017A/B: Lorraine V Desjardins Est (3027 Umbrella Tree Drive) cited for Neglected Premise and Nuisance.
• Case # 20-116048: Peppin Donna Marie Lida Ann Werie (1859 Pine Tree Drive) cited for Nuisance (Dead Tree).
• Multiple 'Repeat' cases under Section 10-402 Alternate Method of Enforcement for residents on Date Palm, Kumquat, Sabal Palm, Umbrella Tree, and Falcon Avenue.

Special Magistrate Jacob Schumer heard multiple code enforcement cases regarding nuisances, trailer storage, and business licensing. Several citations were reduced or removed based on testimony, while others were upheld. Properties where owners failed to appear were found in violation and ordered to follow staff recommendations.

• Reduced nuisance citation for 2803 Willow Oak Drive to $100.00
• Assessed $150.00 trailer storage fine for 2803 Willow Oak Drive
• Removed $150.00 business tax receipt fine for 3419 Kumquat Drive
• Reduced certificate of use citation for 3419 Kumquat Drive to $100.00
• Assessed $150.00 nuisance fine for 3107 Juniper Drive
• Reduced trailer storage citation for 3107 Juniper Drive to $50.00
• Reduced nuisance citation for 2027 Guava Drive to $50.00
• Reduced trailer storage citation for 2027 Guava Drive to $100.00

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on several land use requests, including a street vacation, an annexation, and zoning amendments for commercial and residential properties. The agenda also includes a preliminary plat approval request and a variance request for an industrial property. No specific dollar amounts or contract values are listed in the agenda items.

• Vacation of a portion of 23rd Street south of 2230 Silver Palm Drive (AB-2003)
• Annexation of 3.42± acres south of 3042 South Ridgewood Avenue (AN-2006)
• Zoning amendment to B-3 (Highway Commercial) for 3.42± acres south of 3042 South Ridgewood Avenue (RZ-2009)
• Zoning amendment to R-4 (Multi-Family Residential) for 2.2± acres south of 33rd/34th Streets and east of India Palm Drive (RZ-2010)
• Preliminary plat approval for Elegant Manor Estates (SD-2002)

The board issued favorable recommendations to City Council for several annexation, zoning, and comprehensive plan requests. The board also approved one variance request for the ParkTowne Industrial Center PUD.

• Approved October 21, 2020 minutes as amended (5-0)
• Recommended approval for vacation of portion of 23rd Street (AB-2003) (5-0)
• Recommended approval for 3.42± acre annexation south of 3042 South Ridgewood Avenue (AN-2006) (5-0)
• Recommended approval for land use change to Commercial with Conservation Overlay (CPA-2010) (5-0)
• Recommended approval for zoning change to B-3 Highway Commercial (RZ-2009) (5-0)
• Recommended approval for land use change to Medium Density Residential (CPA-2011) (5-0)
• Recommended approval for zoning change to R-4 Multi-Family Residential (RZ-2010) (5-0)
• Approved variance for 309 Base Leg Drive (VA-2028) (5-0)

City Council

The Edgewater City Council will hold public hearings and vote on multiple ordinances, including annexations and zoning changes for properties on South Cory Drive and Coleman Street, as well as a development order for the Farmton Master Development Plan. The council will also consider resolutions on the purchasing policy and final budget adjustments, and will discuss the removal of a historic oak tree and agreements related to the city clerk position.

• Ordinances 2020-O-17 through 2020-O-25: annexation and zoning changes for .21-acre parcels at 125, 121, and 123 South Cory Drive
• Ordinances 2020-O-29 and 2020-O-30: annexation and future land use change for .13 acres at 122 Coleman Street
• Ordinance 2020-O-26: development order for first increment of Farmton Master Development Plan
• Resolution 2020-R-36: final year-end budget appropriations for FY 2019-2020
• Request to remove 37-inch historic Live Oak Tree at 1604 Sabal Palm Drive

Planning and Zoning Board

The Edgewater Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on three variance requests and two land-use amendments. The board will also consider approving minutes from its August and September meetings and hear a report from the Development Services Director.

• Variance request VA-2025 by Phil Milford for property at 557 Coral Trace Boulevard
• Variance request VA-2026 by Amr Shafshak for property at 910 Lake Avenue
• Variance request VA-2027 by Roger W. Strcula for properties at 1821 and 1825 South Ridgewood Avenue
• Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map amendment CPA-2008 for 2.663 acres at 3850 South Ridgewood Avenue
• Official Zoning Map amendment RZ-2007 for 25.592 acres at 3850 South Ridgewood Avenue

The Board approved three variance requests for properties on Coral Trace Boulevard, Lake Avenue, and South Ridgewood Avenue. It also issued favorable recommendations to City Council for a Comprehensive Plan amendment and a Zoning Map amendment for land at 3850 South Ridgewood Avenue.

• Approved variance VA-2025 for 557 Coral Trace Boulevard (5-0)
• Approved variance VA-2026 for 910 Lake Avenue (5-0)
• Approved variance VA-2027 for 1821 and 1825 South Ridgewood Avenue, excluding the 5th request (4-1)
• Recommended approval to City Council for Comprehensive Plan amendment CPA-2008 at 3850 South Ridgewood Avenue (5-0)
• Recommended approval to City Council for Zoning Map amendment RZ-2007 at 3850 South Ridgewood Avenue (5-0)
• Approved minutes from August 12, 2020 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from September 16, 2020 (5-0)
• Unanimously supported the reappointment of Chairman Kennedy

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on five land use applications. The most significant items involve a request to amend the Official Zoning Map and Comprehensive Plan for a 25.592-acre parcel at 3850 South Ridgewood Avenue. The board will also consider three zoning variance requests for properties on Coral Trace Boulevard, Lake Avenue, and South Ridgewood Avenue.

• RZ-2007: Amendment to Official Zoning Map for 25.592 acres at 3850 South Ridgewood Avenue
• CPA-2008: Amendment to Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map for 2.663 acres at 3850 South Ridgewood Avenue
• VA-2027: Variance request for properties at 1821 and 1825 South Ridgewood Avenue
• VA-2026: Variance request for property at 910 Lake Avenue
• VA-2025: Variance request for property at 557 Coral Trace Boulevard

The meeting was cancelled because the Board did not have a quorum. The Board determined the meeting would be rescheduled for October 21, 2020.

• Rescheduled meeting to October 21, 2020

City Council

The City of Edgewater held a special meeting on October 13, 2020, primarily to discuss the appointment of a new city clerk. The agenda included standard procedural items such as roll call, citizen comments, and council comments. No other substantive decisions, contracts, or ordinances were listed on the agenda.

• Discussion on the appointment of a new city clerk

Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate

The Edgewater Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate will hold public hearings on eight code violation cases, including building code, parking, inoperable vehicles, permit authority, fire safety, and repeat enforcement matters. The meeting includes call to order, minutes approval, witness swearing-in, and disclosure of communications.

• Case 20-115899: Vincent A Lopes, 1016 Ruth Drive — Florida Building Code, parking, inoperable vehicle violations
• Case 20-115943: Addison Eichensehr, 2816 India Palm Drive — Florida Building Code violation
• Case 20-115972: Crooked Creek Properties LLC, 1631 Queen Palm Drive — permit authority violation
• Case 20-116005: Dollar Tree Stores LLC, 1920 S Ridgewood Avenue — fire & life safety standards
• Repeat cases: Terry Slusher Tilford (305 Joyce St), Edna L Cutter & Tyrone Ofide (414 Falcon Ave), Lorraine V Desjardins (3027 Umbrella Tree Dr)

Special Magistrate Jacob Schumer assessed a fine for a fire and life safety violation. Additionally, seven properties were found in violation of various city codes after the alleged violators failed to appear at the hearing.

• Assessed $75.00 fine to Dollar Tree Stores LLC for Fire & Life Safety Standards violation
• Found Vincent A Lopes (1016 Ruth Drive) in violation of Florida Building Code, Residential Parking, and Inoperable/Wrecked Vehicle codes
• Found Addison Eichensehr (2816 India Palm Drive) in violation of Florida Building Code
• Found Crooked Creek Properties LLC (1631 Queen Palm Drive) in violation of Permit Authority code
• Found Terry Slusher Tilford (305 Joyce Street) in violation of Alternate Method of Enforcement code
• Found Edna L Cutter & Tyrone Ofide (414 Falcon Avenue) in violation of Alternate Method of Enforcement code
• Found Lorraine V Desjardins (3027 Umbrella Tree Drive) in violation of Alternate Method of Enforcement code
• Approved minutes of September 10, 2020 meeting

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Community Redevelopment Agency will hold public hearings for old and new business. The meeting includes a vote on Resolution 2020-CRA-02 to adopt the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021.

• Public hearing for Old Business
• Public hearing for New Business
• Resolution 2020-CRA-02: Adopting Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 20020 - 2021
• CRA Coordinator's Report

The Community Redevelopment Agency approved the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021. The board also discussed the availability of $50,000 in grant funding for applicants within the CRA District.

• Approved Resolution 2020-CRA-02 adopting the Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021 (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will review first readings for multiple ordinances regarding land annexations and zoning amendments on South Cory Drive. The agenda also includes a request to award a contract for a Mobile Decontamination Response Unit and various contract renewals.

• Contract award to Millennium Trailers, Inc. for $64,698.12 for a Mobile Decontamination Response Unit
• First readings for annexation and zoning ordinances at 125, 121, and 123 South Cory Drive
• Resolution No. 2020-R-35 regarding the October Amended Budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021
• One year extension of emergency debris hauling and disposal contracts
• Change orders for George R. Kennedy Memorial Park involving aluminum handrails and permeable pavers

City Council

The Edgewater City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings to adopt the final operating millage rate and the FY 2020-2021 budget, along with debt service millage rates for the animal shelter and parks. The council will also consider a contract for the Public Works Facility Design Services Project, a CARES Act sub-recipient agreement with Volusia County, and ratification of a union collective bargaining agreement. Several items are routine or procedural, including consent agenda items and board appointments.

• Resolution 2020-R-31: Final operating millage rate for FY 2020-2021
• Resolution 2020-R-32: Final debt service millage for Animal Shelter
• Resolution 2020-R-33: Final debt service millage for Go for Parks
• Resolution 2020-R-34: Final budget for FY 2020-2021
• Ordinance 2020-O-28: Amending Chapter 19 Utilities (second reading)

Recreation & Cultural Services Board

The Recreation & Cultural Services Board met to approve previous minutes and discuss new business items. The agenda focused on community events, specifically the Fall Beautification Awards, a Holiday Light Decorating Contest, and a Founders Day Celebration proposal. No specific dollar amounts, contracts, or ordinances were listed in the provided text.

• Discussion of Fall Beautification Awards and nomination forms
• Review of Holiday Light Decorating Contest advertisement
• Consideration of a Founders Day Celebration proposal

The Board approved the minutes from the August 13, 2020 meeting. Members agreed to limit the Beautification Awards to once annually in the Spring after receiving no nominations for the Fall awards.

• Approved August 13, 2020 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Agreed to limit Beautification Awards to once annually in the Spring

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on three specific land use requests. These include an annexation and comprehensive plan amendment for a property at 122 Coleman Street and a variance request for a property at 3403 Vista Palm Drive. The meeting also includes a report from the Development Services Director.

• Annexation request (AN-2005) for 0.13± acres at 122 Coleman Street by Abraham Sanchez
• Comprehensive Plan amendment (CPA-2007) to designate 0.13± acres at 122 Coleman Street as Medium Density Residential
• Variance request (VA-2024) from Land Development Code for property at 3403 Vista Palm Drive by Tracy L. Hook

The Planning and Zoning Board recommended the annexation and a land use amendment for a property at 122 Coleman Street to the City Council. The Board also approved a variance for a structure at 3403 Vista Palm Drive with specific driveway conditions.

• Approved July 8, 2020 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Recommended approval to City Council for annexation of .13± acres at 122 Coleman Street (AN-2005) (7-0)
• Recommended approval to City Council for Comprehensive Plan amendment to Medium Density Residential for .13± acres at 122 Coleman Street (CPA-2007) (7-0)
• Approved variance VA-2024 for 3403 Vista Palm Drive with condition that a driveway connection is permitted and installed (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider multiple ordinances regarding land annexation, rezoning, and comprehensive plan amendments. The agenda also includes reviews of the tentative operating budget and various fee resolutions for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Annexation and rezoning of 28.022± acres at 2099 Air Park Road
• Rezoning of 1.83± acres at 924 South Ridgewood Avenue to B-3 Highway Commercial
• Approval of the first increment of the Farmton Master Development Plan
• Review of the tentative FY 2020-2021 operating budget and millage rates
• Request for $50,000 in fee waivers from Housing Trust Group

Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate

The City of Edgewater Special Magistrate convened to review 20 specific code enforcement cases. The agenda lists violations ranging from outdoor storage and property maintenance to building code and permit authority issues. No new ordinances or budget items were proposed; the session focused solely on adjudicating existing citations.

• Case 20-115782: Bryan E Stuck at 406 Falcon Avenue cited for Section 10-80 Outdoor Storage
• Case 20-115491: Vosseler Kruzelyak Family Partnership I LP at 500 N Ridgewood Avenue cited for Business Tax Receipt and Certificate of Use
• Case 20-115827: Neverenough Properties LLC at 2006 S Riverside Drive cited for Florida Building Code and Access/Driveways
• Case 20-115852: Sachse-Callefo Blanche at 1863 Fern Palm Drive cited for Section 10-115 Residential Parking
• Multiple cases (e.g., 20-115870, 20-115896) cited under Section 10-402 Alternate Method of Enforcement

Special Magistrate Jacob Schumer adjudicated several code enforcement cases. Two defendants were fined after testifying, and 16 other properties were found in violation and ordered to follow staff recommendations after the owners failed to appear.

• Fined Vosseler Kruzelyak Family Partnership I LP $100 for Business Tax Receipt violation
• Fined Vosseler Kruzelyak Family Partnership I LP $100 for Certificate of Use violation
• Found Perry McCartney in violation of Florida Building Code (staff recommendations ordered)
• Found Neverenough Properties LLC in violation of Building Code and Access/Driveways (staff recommendations ordered)
• Found Mark May in violation of Storm Water Permit Application (staff recommendations ordered)
• Found Sachse-Callefo Blanche in violation of Residential Parking (staff recommendations ordered)
• Found John L Kraljic in violation of Property Maintenance (staff recommendations ordered)
• Found 11 additional properties in violation of various city codes (staff recommendations ordered)

Economic Development Board

The City of Edgewater Economic Development Board met via teleconference to handle personnel changes and organizational reviews. The agenda included the resignation of Todd Perry and the reappointment of Debbie Dolbow. The board also reviewed its bylaws and a draft video script for the 'Blue Dog' project. No new business items were listed on the agenda.

• Todd Perry resignation
• Debbie Dolbow reappointment
• Review of Economic Development Advisory Board Bylaws
• Blue Dog draft video script review

The Board approved the minutes from the June 3, 2020 meeting and recommended the reappointment of Debbie Dolbow to the City Council. Members reviewed the board's establishing resolution and a draft promotional video script for the city.

• Approved June 3, 2020 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended Debbie Dolbow for reappointment to the Board (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of Todd Perry

City Council

The City of Edgewater Council met on August 24, 2020, for a budget workshop. The agenda consisted solely of a presentation by Finance Director Bridgette Vaissiere. No decisions, votes, or public hearings were scheduled on the agenda.

• Budget Presentation by Finance Director Bridgette Vaissiere

Miscellaneous

The City of Edgewater is holding a public meeting to present information about Sanitary Sewer Improvements under the CDBG-MIT 'Rebuild Florida General Infrastructure Program' Round 1 Grant Opportunity. The meeting includes a presentation of the grant opportunity and related guidelines. No decisions are scheduled; the agenda is limited to this presentation and adjournment.

• Presentation on Sanitary Sewer Improvements for CDBG-MIT Rebuild Florida General Infrastructure Program Round 1 Grant
• Discussion of DEO GIP Webinar Slides and grant guidelines

Recreation & Cultural Services Board

The Recreation & Cultural Services Board will hold a teleconference to approve the minutes from the June 18, 2020 meeting. The primary action item is the appointment of Glenn Powers, Jennifer Roesch, and Bruce Meyers to the board. The agenda contains no other specific policy decisions, contracts, or public hearings.

• Appointment of Glenn Powers, Jennifer Roesch, and Bruce Meyers
• Approval of minutes from the June 18, 2020 meeting

The Recreation & Cultural Services Board unanimously approved the minutes from its June 18, 2020 meeting. The board received updates on park maintenance, including the nearly complete Kennedy Park boat ramp and new pocket park development on Umbrella Tree Drive. No new ordinances or budget approvals were voted on during this session.

• Approved June 18, 2020 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Scheduled next meeting for September 24, 2020

Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate

The City of Edgewater Special Magistrate is scheduled to hear public hearings on 15 specific code enforcement citations. The cases involve violations of parking, property maintenance, business licensing, and nuisance ordinances. The agenda lists specific property addresses and the corresponding code sections for each citation.

• Citation #4292 for improper parking on a two-way road at 229 Two Oaks Drive
• Citation #5423 for property maintenance violations at 3321 Umbrella Tree Drive
• Citations #5425 for missing business tax receipt and certificate of use at 4695 Bayfield Harbor Lane
• Citation #5424 for nuisance grass/weeds at 1821 S Ridgewood Ave.
• Citation #5126 for permit authority violations at 2524 Fern Palm Drive

Special Magistrate Jacob Schumer adjudicated 17 code enforcement cases. Two defendants were found in violation after testifying, and 15 others were found in violation after failing to appear for their hearings.

• Fined Carlie Walker $20.00 for parking violation (Section 17-37)
• Fined Christopher G. Wyrosdick $35.00 for improper parking (Section 17-41)
• Found Hugh Rexrode in violation of property maintenance (Section 10-98)
• Found Darren John Van Ryn in violation of business tax and certificate requirements
• Found Volgat Properties LLC in violation of nuisance grass/weeds (Section 10-400)
• Found Paul Wheat in violation of parking easements and trailer storage
• Found Halls Holiday Square Owners Association Inc in violation of certificate of use
• Found Port Orange Homes LLC in violation of permit authority (Section 21-53.02)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on a development order for the first increment of the Farmton Master Development Plan. The agenda also includes requests to annex, amend the Comprehensive Plan, and rezone three separate 0.21-acre parcels on South Cory Drive as single-family residential. Additionally, the board will consider six variance requests for properties across the city.

• DRI-1901: Development Order for first increment of Farmton Master Development Plan
• AN-2002, CPA-2004, RZ-2004: Annexation and rezoning of 0.21 acres at 125 South Cory Drive to R-3
• AN-2004, CPA-2006, RZ-2006: Annexation and rezoning of 0.21 acres at 123 South Cory Drive to R-3
• AN-2003, CPA-2005, RZ-2005: Annexation and rezoning of 0.21 acres at 121 South Cory Drive to R-3
• VA-2017 through VA-2023: Six variance requests for properties on India Palm Drive, Guava Drive, Coral Trace Blvd, North Riverside Drive, East Park Ave, and Carlson Cove

The board issued favorable recommendations to the City Council for the Farmton Master Development Plan and several annexations and rezoning requests on South Cory Drive. Additionally, the board approved five property variances and two conditional variances for retaining walls and fences.

• Recommended approval of Farmton Master Development Plan (DRI-1901) to City Council (6-0)
• Recommended annexation, land use amendment, and R-3 zoning for 125 South Cory Drive (6-0)
• Recommended annexation, land use amendment, and R-3 zoning for 123 South Cory Drive (6-0)
• Recommended annexation, land use amendment, and R-3 zoning for 121 South Cory Drive (6-0)
• Approved variances for 2132 India Palm Drive, 2743 Guava Drive, and 648 Coral Trace Boulevard (6-0)
• Approved variance for pool at 428 North Riverside Drive with landscaping condition (6-0)
• Approved variance for parking area improvements at 135 East Park Avenue (6-0)
• Approved retaining walls and fences but denied pergolas for 108 and 106 Carlson Cove (6-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Edgewater Community Redevelopment Agency will hold a public hearing to adopt Resolution 2020-CRA-01, a revised budget for FY 2019-2020, and discuss a Small Scale Improvement Grant application from Patricia Howell for property at 429 N. Ridgewood Avenue. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the April 6, 2020 meeting and a coordinator's report.

• Resolution 2020-CRA-01 adopting revised FY 2019-2020 budget
• PO 10291 Mead & Hunt (budget-related purchase order)
• Small Scale Improvement Grant application by Patricia Howell for 429 N. Ridgewood Avenue
• Grant application includes scope of work, cost estimate, and proof of ownership

The Community Redevelopment Agency approved a revised budget for fiscal year 2019-2020. The board also approved a small scale improvement grant for a property at 429 N. Ridgewood Avenue to be used as a furniture store.

• Approved Minutes from April 6, 2020 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2020-CRA-01 adopting Revised Budget FY 2019-2020 (5-0)
• Approved Small Scale Improvement Grant AR-2020-4873 for Patricia Howell at 429 N. Ridgewood Avenue (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review ordinances for land use and zoning amendments at 924 South Ridgewood Avenue. The agenda also includes a contract for the Lime Tree Drive ADA sidewalk project and several easement abandonment requests.

• $193,000 contract to Sparks Concrete for Lime Tree Drive ADA sidewalk project
• Ordinance 2020-O-13: Rezoning 1.83 acres at 924 South Ridgewood Avenue to Commercial with Conservation Overlay
• Ordinance 2020-O-14: Rezoning 1.83 acres at 924 South Ridgewood Avenue to B-3 Highway Commercial
• Purchase of refuse carts from Otto Environmental Systems North America, Inc.
• Abandonment of a one-foot non-vehicular access easement at 1017 Flying M Court

City Council

The Edgewater City Council will consider approving contracts for environmental consulting services and set maximum millage rates for the upcoming fiscal year. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items and public comment periods.

• Contract awards for RFQ 20-DS-009 Environmental Consulting Services (Biological Consulting Services Inc, CPH, YBE, Zev Cohen contracts)
• Maximum millage for Edgewater Operating Fiscal Year 2020-2021
• Maximum millage for Edgewater I & S 2005 Fiscal Year 2020-2021
• Maximum millage for Edgewater I & S 2016 Fiscal Year 2020-2021

The City Council approved the maximum millage rates for the operating budget and two I&S funds to be advertised in the 2020 Trim Notice. The council also authorized contracts for environmental consulting services.

• Approved environmental consulting services contracts (RFQ 20-DS-009) (5-0)
• Approved Edgewater Operating Maximum Millage at 6.7 (4-1)
• Approved Edgewater I & S 2005 maximum millage at 0.0337 per $1,000 of assessed value (5-0)
• Approved Edgewater I & S 2016 Maximum Millage at 0.2142 per $1,000 assessed value (5-0)

City Council - Workshop

The City of Edgewater City Council convened a workshop on July 20, 2020, to review the budget. Finance Director Bridgette Vaissiere presented the final budget document for July 20, 2020. The agenda consisted solely of this presentation and procedural items, with no votes or decisions recorded in the text.

• Presentation of the 'Budget Presentation July 20 2020 Final' by Finance Director Bridgette Vaissiere

The City Council held a budget workshop to review proposed governmental funds and the Truth in Millage (TRIM) process. No formal votes were taken; the session consisted of discussions regarding staffing, equipment requests, and the proposed 6.7 millage rate.

Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate

The City of Edgewater Special Magistrate is holding a public hearing to review 13 specific code enforcement citations. The cases involve violations of property maintenance, signage, and nuisance regulations at various residential and commercial addresses. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as the approval of minutes and the swearing in of witnesses.

• Case #19-115084: Pappas Daughters LLC at 612 N. Ridgewood Ave. cited for required ground sign (Sec. 21-650.01)
• Case #20-115528: 404 N. Ridgewood LLC at 404 N. Ridgewood Ave. cited for damaging ground cover (Sec. 10-100)
• Case #20-115673: ASKI Development LLC at 2001 S. Riverside Dr. cited for maintenance of right-of-way property (Sec. 10-98)
• Case #20-115683: John D. Voll at 3025 Unity Tree Dr. cited for residential parking and inoperable vehicle (Sec. 10-115, 10-113)
• Four repeat cases (e.g., Lorraine V. Desjardins, US Bank Assoc. Tr) cited for alternate method of enforcement (Sec. 10-402)

Special Magistrate Jacob Schumer ruled on several code enforcement cases. One property owner was fined for outdoor storage, while another case was dismissed. Multiple other properties were found in violation and ordered to follow staff recommendations due to failure to appear.

• Assessed $75 fine and $100 daily fine for outdoor storage at 2911 Royal Palm Dr.
• Dismissed nuisance case for 2911 Royal Palm Dr. as it was corrected prior to citation
• Ordered staff recommendations for 612 N. Ridgewood Ave. (ground sign required)
• Ordered staff recommendations for 404 N. Ridgewood Ave. (damaging ground cover)
• Ordered staff recommendations for 2001 S. Riverside Dr. (ROW maintenance)
• Ordered staff recommendations for 3025 Unity Tree Dr. (parking and inoperable vehicle)
• Ordered staff recommendations for 3008 Unity Tree Dr. (rubbish and outdoor storage)
• Ordered staff recommendations for 3027 Umbrella Tree Dr., 3307 Pine Tree Dr., 743 Navigators Way, and 2106 Umbrella Tree Dr.

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning for 1.83 acres at 924 South Ridgewood Avenue, plus several easement abandonments and variance requests. They will also approve minutes from the June 10 meeting and hear a report from the Development Services Director.

• CPA-2003: Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map amendment to Commercial with Conservation Overlay for 1.83 acres at 924 South Ridgewood Avenue
• RZ-2003: Rezoning of 1.83 acres at 924 South Ridgewood Avenue to B-3 (Highway Commercial)
• AB-2001: Abandonment of 1-foot non-vehicular access easement at 1017 Flying M Court
• AB-2002: Abandonment of 25-foot drainage easement at 1625 Umbrella Tree Drive
• VA-2014, VA-2015, VA-2016: Variance requests at 185 Godfrey Road, 2905 W. Indian River Boulevard, and 2934 Vista Palm Drive

The board issued favorable recommendations to City Council for two zoning amendments and two easement abandonments. Additionally, the board approved two variance requests for properties on W. Indian River Boulevard and Vista Palm Drive.

• Recommended approval for CPA-2003 land use amendment at 924 South Ridgewood Avenue (7-0)
• Recommended approval for RZ-2003 zoning amendment at 924 South Ridgewood Avenue (7-0)
• Recommended approval for AB-2001 easement abandonment at 1017 Flying M Court (7-0)
• Recommended approval for AB-2002 easement abandonment at 1625 Umbrella Tree Drive (7-0)
• Approved VA-2015 variance for 2905 W. Indian River Boulevard (7-0)
• Approved VA-2016 variance for 2934 Vista Palm Drive (7-0)
• Approved June 10, 2020 meeting minutes (7-0)
• VA-2014 variance request for 185 Godfrey Road withdrawn by applicant

City Council

The City of Edgewater Council will hold first readings on ordinances to annex, rezone, and approve a Planned Unit Development for 28.022 acres at 2099 Air Park Road. The agenda also includes second readings for a Fair Housing Code and a Trespassing ordinance, along with several contract approvals and board appointments.

• First reading of Ordinance 2020-O-10 to annex 28.022 acres at 2099 Air Park Road
• First reading of Ordinance 2020-O-12 to zone 28.022 acres at 2099 Air Park Road as RPUD
• Second reading of Ordinance 2020-O-02 regarding the Fair Housing Code
• Consent agenda approval for Wastewater Bypass Pump contract (ITB 20-ES-007)
• Consent agenda approval for Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding Agreement (CESF)

The City Council approved the annexation, land use amendment, and zoning for 28.022± acres at 2099 Air Park Road. Council also passed a Fair Housing Code and a trespassing ordinance to protect city parks. A proposed amendment to the Oakwood Cove PUD Agreement was defeated.

• Approved Ordinance 2020-O-02 Fair Housing Code (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-O-16 regarding trespassing (4-0)
• Approved annexation of 28.022± acres at 2099 Air Park Road (3-1)
• Approved land use amendment for 2099 Air Park Road to Low Density Residential with Conservation Overlay (3-1)
• Approved zoning for 2099 Air Park Road as RPUD (3-1)
• Approved Resolution 2020-R-18 supporting Volusia County Local Mitigation Plan (4-0)
• Awarded Wastewater Bypass Pump contract to CDPW and dismissed bid protest (4-0)
• Denied Oakwood Cove PUD Agreement amendment (2-2)

City Council

The City of Edgewater Council held a workshop to discuss the utility budget for water and sewer services. Representatives from Raftelis presented a utility rate design study to the council. No decisions were made, as the agenda consisted only of a presentation and adjournment.

• Presentation by Henry Thomas and Shawn Ocasio of Raftelis on the Utility Rate Study - Water & Sewer
• Utility Rate Design Presentation - June 29th Workshop - 2020

Miscellaneous

The City of Edgewater held a meeting to discuss the G-2 and G-11 Canal Drainage Improvements project. The agenda focused on a presentation regarding the 'Rebuild Florida Infrastructure Repair Program' Cycle 2 Grant Opportunity under the Hurricane Irma CDBG DR Phase 2 initiative. No votes or decisions were recorded in the provided agenda text.

• Presentation of G-2 and G-11 Canal Drainage Improvements project
• Discussion of 'Rebuild Florida Infrastructure Repair Program' Cycle 2 Grant Opportunity
• Review of DEO Presentation for Rebuild Florida Infrastructure Repair Program Cycle 2
• Review of G-2 and G-11 Canal Improvements Sketch of Concept Plan

Recreation & Cultural Services Board

The Recreation & Cultural Services Board will approve minutes from September 19, 2019, and address personnel changes including the resignation of Walt Zakaluzny and the reappointment of Glenn Powers. The board will also consider advisory board applications from Jennifer Roesch and Bruce Meyers. Additionally, the agenda includes the presentation of Spring 2020 Residential and Business Beautification Awards.

• Review of Walt Zakaluzny's resignation letter
• Consideration of advisory board applications from Jennifer Roesch and Bruce Meyers
• Reappointment of Glenn Powers to the board
• Residential Beautification Award nomination for 116 Merrimac
• Business Beautification Award nomination for Chick-fil-A

The Recreation & Cultural Services Board voted unanimously to recommend Jennifer Roesch and Bruce Meyers for appointment to the board, and to recommend Glenn Powers for reappointment. The board also approved the minutes of its September 19, 2019 meeting. Members were told that Walt Zakaluzny resigned and that Theresa VanderMeulen's term expired and she also resigned. The board selected 116 Merrimac and Chick-fil-A for Spring Beautification awards and agreed to try to present them the morning of Thursday, July 9, 2020.

• Approved minutes of the September 19, 2019 board meeting (3-0)
• Recommended Jennifer Roesch and Bruce Meyers to City Council for board appointment (3-0)
• Recommended Glenn Powers to City Council for reappointment (3-0)
• Selected 116 Merrimac for the Spring 2020 Residential Beautification Award
• Selected Chick-fil-A for the Spring 2020 Business Beautification Award
• Agreed to try to present beautification awards Thursday, July 9, 2020 at 10:00 a.m.

Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate

The City of Edgewater Special Magistrate meets to conduct public hearings on six specific code enforcement citations. The agenda includes one new case and five repeat cases involving violations of outdoor storage, nuisance, and inoperable vehicle ordinances. No compliance reports, tabling requests, or old business items are listed for this session.

• Case # 20-115616: Douglas Bruce Cowell Jr. and Shannon Cowell cited for Section 10-80 Outdoor Storage at 3111 Vista Palm Drive.
• Case # 20-115549: Marilyn Mcatee cited for Section 10-402 Alternate Method of Enforcement at 2106 Umbrella Tree Drive.
• Case # 20-115551: Seng Joanne E & Diane Elizabeth Glenn Puc cited for Section 10-5 Nuisance Generally at 105 Naranga Drive.
• Case # 20-115663: Diana Whiteman Est cited for Section 10-402 Alternate Method of Enforcement at 3308 Sabal Palm Drive.
• Case # 20-115664A/B: Diana Whiteman Est cited for Section 10-113 Inoperable/Wrecked Vehicle and Section 10-80 Outdoor Storage at 3308 Sabal Palm Drive.

Special Magistrate Jacob Schumer heard several code enforcement cases and issued fines for outdoor storage, inoperable vehicles, and other ordinance violations. Some properties were found in violation after the owners failed to appear at the hearing.

• Case # 20-115616: Found in violation of Section 10-80; assessed $75 fine plus $100 daily fine after June 21, 2020
• Case # 20-115663: Found in violation of Sec. 10-402; assessed $150 fine
• Case # 20-115664A: Found in violation of Sec. 10-113; assessed $150 fine
• Case # 20-115664B: Found in violation of Sec. 10-80; assessed $150 fine plus $200 daily fine after June 18, 2020
• Case # 20-115549: Found in violation of Section 10-402 (owner absent); ordered staff recommendations
• Case # 20-115551: Found in violation of Section 10-5 (owner absent); ordered staff recommendations
• Approved minutes of March 12, 2020 meeting

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on several land use requests, including variances for properties on Ridgewood Avenue, Orange Tree Drive, and Beulah Drive. A significant portion of the agenda involves Glenn Storch's request to annex 28.022± acres at 2099 Air Park Road, along with corresponding amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Official Zoning Map for a Residential Planned Unit Development. The meeting also includes a report from the Development Services Director.

• Public hearing for variance VA-2002 at 927 S. Ridgewood Avenue.
• Public hearing for variance VA-2011 at 2819 Orange Tree Drive.
• Public hearings for variances VA-2012 and VA-2013 at 1029 and 1025 Beulah Drive.
• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit CU-2001 at 2032 Guava Drive.
• Annexation request AN-2001 for 28.022± acres at 2099 Air Park Road.

The Board approved several individual variance requests and a conditional use permit. It also sent favorable recommendations to the City Council for the annexation, land use amendment, and rezoning of 28.022± acres at 2099 Air Park Road.

• Approved variance VA-2002 for 927 S. Ridgewood Avenue (6-1)
• Approved variance VA-2011 for 2819 Orange Tree Drive (7-0)
• Approved variance VA-2012 for 1029 Beulah Drive (7-0)
• Approved variance VA-2013 for 1025 Beulah Drive (7-0)
• Approved conditional use permit CU-2001 for 2032 Guava Drive (7-0)
• Recommended approval to City Council for annexation AN-2001 at 2099 Air Park Road (7-0)
• Recommended approval to City Council for land use amendment CPA-2001 at 2099 Air Park Road (7-0)
• Recommended approval to City Council for rezoning RZ-2002 at 2099 Air Park Road (6-1)

City Council

The City of Edgewater Council meets for a budget workshop focused on the Utility-Enterprise budget. The session includes presentations on the 2020 Utility Rate Study, Enterprise Funds, and Solid Waste Operations. No votes or final decisions are scheduled on the agenda.

• Presentation by Raftelis on the 2020 Utility Rate Study Update covering Water, Wastewater, Solid Waste, and Stormwater
• Presentation by Finance Director Bridgette Vaissiere on Enterprise Funds Budget
• Presentation by Director of Environmental Services Brenda Dewees on Solid Waste Operations

During a budget workshop, the City Council reached a consensus to smooth out proposed utility rate increases to 6% rather than the recommended 9%. The Council also discussed solid waste pickup frequency and requested a salary study for CDL drivers.

• Reached consensus to set utility rate increase at 6% (instead of recommended 9%)
• Requested HR conduct a salary study for CDL drivers

General Employee Pension Board

The General Employee Pension Board met virtually to approve minutes and a virtual meeting policy. The board reviewed quarterly investment reports from Burgess, Chambers and Assoc. and legal updates regarding the CARES Act and FFCRA. Additionally, the board ratified Warrants #60 and #61 and approved Warrant #62.

• Approval of Virtual Meeting Policy
• Ratification of Warrant #60 and Warrant #61
• Approval of Warrant #62
• Review of Burgess, Chambers and Assoc. Quarterly Report
• Review of CARES and FFCRA Memos

Police Pension Board

The Edgewater Police Pension Board held a virtual meeting to review quarterly reports from investment consultants and plan attorneys. The agenda included discussion of memos regarding the CARES and FFCRA acts. The board also ratified three payment warrants and reviewed fund activity reports.

• Ratification of Warrant #73, #74, and #75
• Review of CARES and FFCRA memos from Sugarman and Susskind
• AndCo Quarterly Investment Report for 2020-03-31
• Approval of March 9, 2020 meeting minutes

Firefighters Pension Board

The Firefighters Pension Board for the City of Edgewater, Florida, held a virtual meeting to discuss new business including a virtual meeting policy and an update to the Summary Plan Description. The board also reviewed quarterly reports from investment manager Bowen, Hanes and Co. and consultant AndCo. Additionally, the board considered legal memos regarding the CARES and FFCRA acts provided by plan attorney Sugarman and Susskind.

• Review of CARES and FFCRA Memos by plan attorney Sugarman and Susskind
• Approval of draft minutes for March 9, 2020, and April 9, 2020 meetings
• Discussion of Virtual Meeting Policy regarding teleconference and videoconference meetings
• Review of Summary Plan Description (SPD) Update
• Ratification of Warrants #67, #68, and #69 via Consent Agenda

Economic Development Board

The City of Edgewater Economic Development Board met via teleconference to approve previous minutes and receive reports from the Economic Development Coordinator and the Southeast Volusia Chamber of Commerce. The primary decision items were the selection of the Board Chair and Vice Chair. No rezonings, contracts, or fee changes were listed on the agenda.

• Selection of Board Chair
• Selection of Board Vice Chair
• Approval of May 6, 2020, and May 14, 2020 minutes
• Reports from Economic Development Coordinator and Southeast Volusia Chamber of Commerce

The Economic Development Board approved the proposed FY 2021 budget and supported a commercial space industry opportunity overlay for industrial properties within city limits. The board also appointed new leadership and cancelled the July 1 meeting.

• Approved proposed Economic Development Advisory Board budget (8-0)
• Approved support for commercial space industry opportunity overlay for city industrial properties (8-0)
• Appointed Bliss Jamison as Board Chair and Rebecca Crews as Board Vice Chair (8-0)
• Cancelled July 1, 2020 meeting (8-0)
• Approved May 6, 2020 meeting minutes (8-0)

Miscellaneous

This is a miscellaneous meeting agenda for the City of Edgewater, Florida, scheduled for June 3, 2020. The agenda contains only standard procedural notices about appeals, ADA accommodations, and the possibility of council members attending. No specific decisions, discussions, or action items are listed.

• Meeting scheduled for 3:30 PM on June 3, 2020 at Council Chambers, 104 N. Riverside Drive
• Streamed via Facebook Live with City Manager Irby and Councilwoman Yaney
• Notice regarding need for verbatim record for appeals per Chapter 286, F.S.
• ADA accommodation contact: City Clerk/Paralegal Robin L. Matusick, 386-424-2400 x 1101

City Council

The City Council is meeting virtually to conduct second readings of ordinances regarding charter ballot language and capital improvement plans. The agenda also includes several requests for plat approvals and amendments to planned unit development agreements.

• Second Reading: Ordinance No. 2020-O-04 regarding proposed Charter Ballot Language
• Second Reading: Ordinance No. 2020-O-06 regarding Comprehensive Plan Capital Improvements Element amendment
• First Reading: Ordinance 2020-O-16 regarding Chapter 12 Trespassing offenses
• Agreement Renewal: Superion, LLC Solutions Agreement
• Request for Final Plat approval: Glenbrooke Subdivision Phases 1 and 2

The Council approved multiple residential development plats and ordinances, including proposed charter ballot language. They also voted to put the Granicus agreement renewal out for bid and approved several CDBG-related resolutions.

• Approved Ordinance 2020-O-04 for proposed charter ballot language (4-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-O-06 for Comprehensive Plan and CIP amendments (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-O-16 regarding trespassing (5-0)
• Approved Granicus agreement renewal to be put out for bid (5-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Glenbrooke Subdivision Phases 1 and 2 (5-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Oakwood Cove Phase 1 (3-2)
• Approved preliminary plat for Oakwood Cove subdivision (5-0)
• Approved reconsideration of Oakwood Cove PUD Agreement for July 6 meeting (5-0)

Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board is holding a meeting with only call to order, discussion items, and adjourn on the agenda. No specific decisions, proposals, or public hearings are listed. The agenda is essentially procedural boilerplate.

• Meeting scheduled for May 14, 2020, at 3:30 PM in Council Chambers
• Video Script Sub Committee is listed on the agenda header
• No discussion items are specified in the agenda text

The Economic Development Board met by teleconference on May 14, 2020, with nine members present. The board discussed images, vision, message and a call to action to give Blue Dog Video as a starting point for a promotional video about Edgewater. Members suggested points and visuals to include, such as the river, history, industry, location, resources and lifestyle, and proposed a possible sequence. No motions, votes or formal decisions were recorded; the meeting adjourned at 4:21 p.m.

Planning and Zoning Board

The Edgewater Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on several development applications, including final plat approvals for two subdivisions, a preliminary plat, two variance requests, and an amendment to a Planned Unit Development agreement. The board will also discuss a report from the Development Services Director.

• Final plat approval for Oak Leaf Preserve, Phase 1 (Old Mission Key, LLC)
• Final plat approval for Glenbrooke Subdivision, Phases 1 and 2 (Anand Jobalia)
• Preliminary plat approval for Oakwood Cove subdivision (Stefan Hoyer)
• Variance request at 2905 W. Indian River Boulevard (Chase Herbig)
• Amendment to Elegant Manor Estates PUD Agreement (Vincent Alison)

The Board issued favorable recommendations to City Council for three subdivision projects and one PUD amendment. Two variance requests were approved, and one variance request was tabled for more information.

• Recommended approval to City Council for Oak Leaf Preserve Phase 1 final plat (7-0)
• Recommended approval to City Council for Glenbrooke Subdivision Phase 1 and 2 final plat (7-0)
• Recommended approval to City Council for Oakwood Cove preliminary plat (7-0)
• Approved variance VA-2009 for 2905 W. Indian River Boulevard (7-0)
• Tabled variance VA-2002 for 927 S. Ridgewood Avenue (7-0)
• Approved variance VA-2010 for 710 Coral Trace Boulevard (7-0)
• Recommended approval to City Council for Elegant Manor Estates PUD amendment (7-0)
• Approved March 11, 2020 meeting minutes (7-0)

Miscellaneous

The City of Edgewater scheduled a meeting for May 13, 2020, to be held via Facebook Live. The provided agenda text contains no specific items, resolutions, or discussions, indicating it is procedural boilerplate or a placeholder.

Economic Development Board

The Edgewater Economic Development Board is meeting to discuss its response to COVID-19, review a promotional video script, and select local school scholarship recipients. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving minutes, receiving reports from the economic development coordinator and the chamber of commerce, and public comments.

• Discussion of City of Edgewater response to COVID-19
• Review of SEVMTC Video Script V5 for Edgewater video
• Local school scholarship selections
• Approval of minutes from March 4, 2020 meeting
• Reports from Economic Development Coordinator and Southeast Volusia Chamber of Commerce

The Board approved the minutes from the March 4, 2020 meeting. Members discussed strategies for community education on long-term growth plans and a new city video project. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved March 4, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Miscellaneous

The agenda for the May 6, 2020, meeting contains no specific items for decision or discussion. It lists only a 'FaceBook Live' broadcast of business matters. No ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are detailed in the provided text.

• FaceBook Live broadcast of business matters

City Council

The City of Edgewater Council is holding a virtual meeting to approve a mid-year budget amendment and several contracts, including rate consulting and copier leases. The most significant items involve the annexation of 28.54 acres east of South Ridgewood Avenue and south of Jones Fish Camp Road, along with corresponding zoning changes to Medium Density Residential and RPUD. The council will also take first readings on a fair housing code and charter ballot language.

• 2nd Reading of Ordinance 2019-O-21 to annex 28.54 acres east of South Ridgewood Avenue and south of Jones Fish Camp Road
• 2nd Reading of Ordinance 2019-O-22 to amend the Future Land Use Map for the same 28.54 acres to Medium Density Residential with Conservation Overlay
• 2nd Reading of Ordinance 2019-O-23 to amend the Official Zoning Map for the 28.54 acres to RPUD and approve the associated agreement
• Resolution 2020-R-14 adopting the Mid-Year Amended Budget for Fiscal Year 2019-2020
• Consent agenda approval for contract amendments with Raftelis for rate consulting and Dex Imaging for copier leases

Council approved several amendments to the city charter for a future ballot, including requirements for municipal training for council members. The board also approved the annexation and zoning of 28.54 acres for a residential planned unit development. Additionally, a mid-year amended budget for FY 2019-2020 was adopted.

• Approved annexation of 28.54± acres for Glenn D. Storch (5-0)
• Approved zoning of 28.54± acres as RPUD with natural shoreline stipulation (5-0)
• Approved charter amendment requiring municipal training for council members (4-1)
• Denied charter amendment for Indian River protection; tasked Manager with resolution (4-1)
• Denied charter amendment opposing a bridge spanning the Indian River (3-2)
• Approved Mid-Year Amended Budget for Fiscal Year 2019-2020 (5-0)
• Approved Fair Housing Code Ordinance No. 2020-O-02 (5-0)
• Denied amendments to the Oakwood Cove PUD Agreement (2-3)

Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board's Local School Scholarship Subcommittee will meet via teleconference to discuss scholarship guidelines and selection processes. The group will review applications and select scholarship applicants. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Scholarship Guidelines and Selection Process
• Review of Scholarship Applications
• Selection of Scholarship Applicants

The Economic Development Board met via teleconference and selected eight local students to each receive a $1,000 scholarship. The board also discussed scholarship guidelines and the selection process, and reviewed applications prior to the meeting.

• Selected eight local students for $1,000 scholarships each

Miscellaneous

The City of Edgewater convened a special meeting on April 15, 2020, solely to present information on its response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The agenda consisted of a single presentation item followed by an immediate adjournment. No decisions, votes, or new ordinances were scheduled for this session.

• Presentation on City actions during the COVID-19 pandemic
• Meeting streamed via Facebook Live

Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate

The Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate meeting scheduled for April 9, 2020, has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is May 14, 2020. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled for April 9, 2020
• Next meeting scheduled for May 14, 2020

Firefighters Pension Board

The Edgewater Firefighters Pension Board is meeting to conduct an initial disability hearing for William Dailey. The agenda includes call to order, public comments, and the hearing as the only new business item. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Initial disability hearing for William Dailey

Planning and Zoning Board

The April 8, 2020 Planning and Zoning Board meeting is cancelled due to the Governor's Executive Order 20-91 on social distancing. All scheduled items will be moved to the May 13, 2020 agenda.

• Meeting cancelled due to Executive Order 20-91
• Items rescheduled to May 13, 2020

City Council

The City Council will review second readings for the annexation and rezoning of 28.54 acres near South Ridgewood Avenue. The agenda also includes first readings for a new Fair Housing Code and amendments to the Capital Improvements Plan.

• Second reading of ordinances for land annexation and rezoning east of South Ridgewood Avenue
• $26,970 purchase order for Lime Slurry Pumps at the Water Treatment Plant
• Financing agreement up to $922,000 with BB&T to purchase four refuse trucks
• First reading of Ordinance 2020-O-02 regarding a Fair Housing Code
• Resolution to extend the State of Local Emergency relating to COVID-19

The Edgewater City Council approved a financing agreement not to exceed $922,000 with Truist Bank (BB&T) to purchase four refuse trucks, and extended the local state of emergency related to COVID-19. The council also approved a resolution to apply for Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission grant funds for new boat ramps, and authorized the sale of the 401 Timaquan Trail property. Several agenda items, including annexation and rezoning ordinances, were continued to the May 4, 2020 meeting.

• Approved Resolution 2020-R-09 authorizing $922,000 financing for four refuse trucks (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2020-R-12 extending the COVID-19 state of local emergency (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2020-R-11 to apply for FWC grant for boat ramps (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2020-R-13 authorizing sale of 401 Timaquan Trail property (4-0)
• Approved adding two more billing cycles with no late fees (4-0)
• Approved suspending purchasing policy for Kennedy Park change orders up to project budget (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $26,970 for lime slurry pumps (4-0)
• Continued annexation, rezoning, and other items to May 4, 2020 (4-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Edgewater Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to approve minutes from January 6, 2020, and to review the FY 2019 annual report and the CRA Coordinator's report. No public hearings are scheduled for old or new business. The meeting is largely procedural, with the annual report as the main substantive item.

• Approval of January 6, 2020 meeting minutes
• FY 2019 annual report review (due March 31, 2020)
• CRA Coordinator's report

The Edgewater Community Redevelopment Agency met and approved the minutes from its January 6, 2020 meeting. The board also received a presentation on the FY 2019-2020 Annual Report, which is required by Florida Statutes and available for public review. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of January 6, 2020 CRA meeting (5-0)

Recreation & Cultural Services Board

The Recreation & Cultural Services Board will review the reappointment of Glenn Powers and the resignation of Walt Zakaluzny. The board will also consider applications from Jennifer Roesch and Bruce Meyers for the advisory board. Additionally, the board will discuss nominations for the Spring 2020 Residential and Business Beautification Awards.

• Reappointment request for Glenn Powers
• Resignation letter from Walt Zakaluzny
• Advisory board application from Jennifer Roesch
• Advisory board application from Bruce Meyers
• Residential Beautification Award nomination for 116 Merrimac

City Council

The City of Edgewater held an emergency meeting to address the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The council discussed and confirmed a Declaration of a State of Emergency. They also considered an emergency resolution establishing a curfew related to the virus.

• Confirmation of a Declaration of a State of Emergency for Coronavirus (COVID-19)
• Emergency Resolution No. 2020-R-10 regarding a Coronavirus (COVID-19) Emergency Curfew

Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate

The City of Edgewater Special Magistrate is scheduled to hear nine specific code enforcement cases involving property violations. The agenda lists citations for issues such as inoperable vehicles, illegal burning, animal prohibitions, trailer storage, and neglected premises. No public hearings for new or old business are listed, and no requests for continuance were filed.

• Case # 20-115492: Citation for Inoperable Wrecked Vehicle at 1851 Kumquat Drive
• Case # 20-115523: Citation for Illegal Burning at 1330 Royal Palm Drive
• Case # 20-115412: Citation for Animals Prohibited at 203 Two Oaks Drive
• Case # 20-115480A/B: Citations for Trailer Storage and Outdoor Storage at 3112 Lime Tree Drive
• Case # 20-115486A/B: Citations for Window/Door Frames and Neglected Premises at 116 Woodley Ave

Special Magistrate Jacob Schumer found several properties in violation of city ordinances regarding animals, storage, and connections. Two properties were found to be in compliance. Other violators were ordered to follow staff recommendations after failing to appear at the hearing.

• Found 1851 Kumquat Drive and 1330 Royal Palm Drive in compliance
• Reduced citation for 1519 Travelers Palm Drive from $300 to $200 for unlawful connections
• Upheld $75 fees for 3112 Lime Tree Drive for trailer and outdoor storage; ordered boat removal by April 2, 2020, or $100 daily fine
• Found 203 Two Oaks Drive in violation of prohibited animals and ordered staff recommendation
• Found 116 Woodley Ave in violation of window/door frame and neglected premises codes; ordered staff recommendation
• Found 404 N. Ridgewood Ave in violation of outdoor storage and ordered staff recommendation

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on six requests for variances from the Land Development Code. Additionally, the City of Edgewater is seeking an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan Capital Improvements Element and the Capital Improvement Program. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a report from the Development Services Director.

• Variance request VA-2005 by Louis Giovanniello for 204 Hubbell Street
• Variance request VA-2006 by David Ortego for 111 Richport Lane
• Variance request VA-2003 by Anthony Adorante for 1716 Mango Tree Drive
• Variance request VA-2004 by Joan Yager for 1615 Victory Palm Drive
• City request to amend the Comprehensive Plan Capital Improvements Element and Capital Improvement Program

The Board approved five variance requests for residential and business properties and recommended a Comprehensive Plan amendment to the City Council. One variance request for a property at 204 Hubbell Street was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Approved variance VA-2006 for motorhome roof at 111 Richport Lane (6-1)
• Approved variance VA-2003 for 1716 Mango Tree Drive (7-0)
• Approved variance VA-2004 for 1615 Victory Palm Drive (7-0)
• Approved variance VA-2007 for 612 North Ridgewood Avenue with condition to move sign 10-feet west (7-0)
• Approved variance VA-2008 for 125 Hollow Oak Trail (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Recommended approval to City Council for Comprehensive Plan Capital Improvements Element and Program amendment (7-0)
• Variance request VA-2005 for 204 Hubbell Street withdrawn by applicant
• Approved February 12, 2020 meeting minutes (7-0)

General Employee Pension Board

The Edgewater General Employee Pension Board meets to review quarterly investment and actuarial reports for the pension fund. The board will consider appointing a new Union Representative Trustee and ratify recent fund activity warrants. The session also includes an education session on fiduciary standards for public officials.

• Appointment of a new Union Representative Trustee
• Review of Burgess Chambers & Associates quarterly investment report through 12-31-19
• Review of Foster & Foster actuarial valuation report dated 10-01-19
• Ratification of Warrants #57, #58, and #59 for fund activity
• Education session on Fiduciary Standards for Local Officers & Appointed Public Officials

Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board will hold a routine meeting to approve previous minutes and receive reports from the Economic Development Coordinator and the Southeast Volusia Chamber of Commerce. The primary substantive item is a review of the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) update under old business. No specific contracts, rezonings, or fee changes are listed in the agenda.

• Review of Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Update
• Report from Southeast Volusia Chamber of Commerce
• Approval of minutes from January 8, 2020 meeting

The Board approved the minutes from the January 8, 2020 meeting. Members discussed a draft agenda for a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) public meeting and the use of forecasting information for investors.

• Approved January 8, 2020 meeting minutes (8-0)

City Council

The City Council will review second readings for ordinances regarding land annexation and zoning changes near South Ridgewood Avenue. The agenda also includes approvals for water main construction contracts and updates to city sanitation codes.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2019-O-31, 2019-O-32, and 2019-O-33 regarding the annexation and commercial rezoning of 6.0± acres near South Ridgewood Avenue
• Contract authorization for The Kenton Group, Inc. to construct a water main from Tatum Boulevard to Elizabeth Street
• Second reading of Ordinance 2020-O-03 amending Chapter 10 regarding health, sanitation, and property maintenance
• First reading of Ordinance 2020-O-04 regarding proposed Charter Ballot Language
• Acceptance of Hazard Mitigation Grant Program award for the YMCA Wind Retrofit Project

City Council approved the annexation of 6.0± acres and updated its land use and zoning maps for a request by Howard Hewitt. The council also updated the city's cleanliness and sanitation code and accepted a hazard mitigation grant for the YMCA. A proposed charter amendment was postponed to May 4, 2020.

• Approved annexation of 6.0± acres for Howard Hewitt (4-0)
• Approved Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map amendment to Commercial for 6.0± acres (4-0)
• Approved Official Zoning Map amendment to B-3 Highway Commercial for 6.0± acres (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2020-O-03 regarding cleanliness and sanitation of premises (3-1)
• Postponed first reading of Ordinance No. 2020-O-04 Proposed Charter Ballot Language to May 4, 2020 (4-0)
• Approved FDEM contract for YMCA Wind Retrofit Project Hazard Mitigation Grant (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including water main contracts and mosquito control flights (4-0)

Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate

The City of Edgewater Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate meets to review compliance and hold public hearings on specific code violations. The agenda includes a request to table a neglected premise case and new hearings regarding outdoor storage and alternate enforcement methods. No new ordinances or budget items are listed.

• Compliance review for Nona Conger at 103 S Park Place regarding Business Tax Receipt and Certificate of Use
• Request to table Case #18-114209 for Suzanne Hales at 36 Blue Heron Lane regarding Neglected Premise
• Public hearing for Pelican Plaza LLC at 2311 S. Ridgewood Ave. regarding Outdoor storage/commercial
• Public hearing for Fred H. Carlson at 743 Navigators Way regarding Alternate method of enforcement
• Public hearing for Monty Murphrey at 116 Woodley Avenue regarding Outdoor Storage

The Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate meeting on February 13, 2020, was called to order by Special Magistrate Jacob Schumer with no one present. Schumer approved the January 9, 2020 minutes and swore in Code Officer Robert Hazelwood. Two cases (Nona Conger, 103 S Park Place and 103 S Park Ave) were found in compliance with citations paid in full, though the minutes also state the properties were found in violation of the cited sections. Four other cases were heard with no one present; Schumer found the properties in violation and ordered the Staff Recommendation, with a compliance date of February 23, 2020 for one case.

• Approved minutes of January 9, 2020 meeting
• Found 103 S Park Place (Nona Conger) in compliance; citation paid in full
• Found 103 S Park Ave (Nona J Conger) in compliance; citation paid in full
• Found 36 Blue Heron Lane (Suzanne Hales) in violation; compliance date February 23, 2020
• Found 2311 S. Ridgewood Ave. (Pelican Plaza LLC) in violation; ordered Staff Recommendation
• Found 743 Navigators Way (Fred H. Carlson) in violation; ordered Staff Recommendation
• Found 116 Woodley Avenue (Monty Murphrey) in violation; ordered Staff Recommendation
• Found 3027 Umbrella Tree Drive (Lorraine Desjardins) in violation; ordered Staff Recommendation

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on two variance applications. One request is from Brian Simms for 127 Palm Breeze Drive, and the other is from Frank Brownell for 206 Virginia Street. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as approving minutes and receiving reports from the Development Services Director.

• Variance request VA-1932 by Brian Simms for 127 Palm Breeze Drive
• Variance request VA-2001 by Frank Brownell for 206 Virginia Street
• Approval of minutes from the January 8, 2020 meeting
• Development Services Director's Report

The board approved two variance requests for residential properties. One request concerned a boathouse at 127 Palm Breeze Drive, and the other concerned the placement of a shed at 206 Virginia Street.

• Approved variance VA-1932 for property at 127 Palm Breeze Drive (7-0)
• Approved variance VA-2001 for a shed at 206 Virginia Street to be located 10-feet from the top of the bank (7-0)
• Approved minutes from January 8, 2020 meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is hosting a town hall meeting to discuss the structure of utility bills. Staff will present on consumption charges, water meter reading, and operational costs. The agenda includes time for written questions, public comments, and staff responses, but no specific votes or decisions are listed.

• Staff presentation on components of the utility bill and effects of non-payment
• Discussion of consumption charges and how water meters are read
• Review of operational and capital costs

Charter Review Committee

The Edgewater Charter Review Committee met to approve minutes from previous sessions and conduct a final review of a proposed ordinance. The specific item under review is Section 3.08, which addresses the prohibition of running for office. The committee also reviewed a memo to City Council containing their recommendations.

• Final review of Proposed Ordinance Section 3.08: Prohibition of running for office
• Review of Memo to City Council from the Charter Review Committee
• Approval of minutes from October 7, 2019, January 13, 2020, and January 27, 2020 meetings

Miscellaneous

The City of Edgewater scheduled a short meeting on February 8, 2020, consisting solely of a presentation. The agenda lists no decisions, votes, or public hearings, only a call to order, a water quality update, and adjournment. This is a procedural informational session rather than a decision-making meeting.

• Water Quality Update presentation by Dr. Julia Nesheiwat and County Councilwoman Deb Denys

Economic Development Board

The Edgewater Economic Development Board met to approve minutes from January 8, 2020, and hear reports from the Economic Development Coordinator and the Southeast Volusia Chamber of Commerce. The primary substantive item was the review of the draft agenda for the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) update public meeting. No specific contracts, ordinances, or dollar amounts were listed in the agenda text.

• Approval of minutes from the January 8, 2020 meeting
• Review of draft agenda for Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) update public meeting

The meeting scheduled for February 5, 2020, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No substantive decisions were made.

City Council

The Edgewater City Council is holding second readings on ordinances to rezone 17.29 acres at 3757 S. Ridgewood Avenue to Medium Density Residential with Conservation Overlay and to change the zoning from B-3 to MH-1 (Mobile Home Park). The council will also vote on updating impact fees, purchasing water utility assets from Utilities Commission New Smyrna Beach, and other items. Several board appointments and a preliminary plat for Majestic Oaks Phase IV are also on the agenda.

• 2nd reading of Ordinance 2019-O-27: Future Land Use Map amendment for 17.29± acres at 3757 S. Ridgewood Ave to Medium Density Residential with Conservation Overlay
• 2nd reading of Ordinance 2020-O-01: Zoning change from B-3 (Highway Commercial) to MH-1 (Mobile Home Park) for same property
• 2nd reading of Ordinance 2019-O-25: Update to Schedule of Impact Fees
• Resolution 2020-R-01: Approve purchase of water customers and facilities from Utilities Commission New Smyrna Beach
• Resolution 2020-R-08: Reclaimed Water Asset Management Plan

Charter Review Committee

The Edgewater Charter Review Committee is meeting to discuss Ordinance No. 2020-O-Charter, which concerns ballot questions. No minutes are scheduled for approval. The meeting is primarily a discussion item, with no formal votes listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Ordinance No. 2020-O-Charter on ballot questions

Charter Review Committee

The Charter Review Committee will perform a final review of specific sections of the City Charter for potential modifications. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the December 16, 2019, meeting.

• Final review of Charter Sections for modifications
• Approval of December 16, 2019, meeting minutes

Code Enforcement/Special Magistrate

The City of Edgewater Special Magistrate is scheduled to review six specific code enforcement violations. The agenda lists cases involving neglected premises, outdoor storage, trailer storage, unlawful utility connections, and an alternate method of enforcement. No new business public hearings are listed, and the meeting concludes with adjournment.

• Case #19-115335: Michael Meyers at 1521 Industrial Dr. cited for neglected premise (Sec. 10-83).
• Case #19-115330: 404 N. Ridgewood LLC at 404 N. Ridgewood Ave. cited for outdoor storage (Sec. 10-80).
• Case #18-114239 A: Kenneth A. Gilbert at 191 Pine Ave. cited for trailer storage (Sec. 10-121).
• Case #18-114239 B: Kenneth A. Gilbert at 191 Pine Ave. cited for outdoor storage (Sec. 10-80).
• Case #19-115384: Edna L. Cutter & Tyrone Ofide at 414 Falcon Ave. cited for alternate method of enforcement (Sect. 10-402).

Special Magistrate Jacob Schumer found four properties in violation of city codes after no one appeared to contest the cases, ordering staff recommendations with a compliance date of January 31. Two other cases were found in compliance with citations paid in full. The meeting was procedural with no witnesses or public hearings.

• Found 191 Pine Ave. in violation for trailer storage and outdoor storage (Case #18-114239 A/B)
• Found 414 Falcon Ave. in violation for alternate method of enforcement (Case #19-115384)
• Found 2614 Vista Palm Dr. in violation for unlawful connections (Case #19-115373)
• Ordered compliance by January 31 for all four violation cases
• Found 1521 Industrial Dr. in compliance, citation paid (Case #19-115335)
• Found 404 N. Ridgewood Ave. in compliance, citation paid (Case #19-115330)

Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board will approve minutes from November and December 2019 and hear reports from the Economic Development Coordinator and Southeast Volusia Chamber of Commerce. The board will discuss new member appointments and an update to the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) goals. Additionally, the agenda includes updates on a Water Quality event scheduled for February 8, 2020, and information regarding the Local School Scholarship Committee.

• Approval of minutes from November 6, 2019, and December 4, 2019
• Discussion of new Board Member Appointments
• Review of Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Goals Update for January 2020
• Information on Water Quality Update scheduled for Saturday, February 8, 2020
• Information on Local School Scholarship Committee for 2020

The Economic Development Board approved minutes from its November and December 2019 meetings and selected March 7 and April 4, 2020 as dates for two public meetings to gather input on the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategic Plan. The board also received updates on Opportunity Zones and CEDS goals, and welcomed new member Michael Kelley.

• Approved minutes from November 6, 2019 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from December 4, 2019 meeting (unanimous)
• Selected March 7 and April 4, 2020 for CEDS public meetings
• Welcomed new board member Michael Kelley

Planning and Zoning Board

The Edgewater Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on a preliminary plat for Majestic Oaks Phase IV, variances for 1201 S. Riverside Drive, and two related amendments for 41.89 acres at 4401 South Ridgewood Avenue (Future Land Use Map to Commercial with Conservation Overlay, and Zoning Map to BPUD). The board will also consider appointments to fill an expired term and a resignation, and elect a chairman and vice-chairman.

• Preliminary Plat approval for Majestic Oaks, Phase IV (SD-1902)
• Variances for property at 1201 S. Riverside Drive (VA-1931)
• Future Land Use Map amendment for 41.89± acres at 4401 South Ridgewood Avenue to Commercial with Conservation Overlay (CPA-1906)
• Zoning Map amendment for 41.89± acres at 4401 South Ridgewood Avenue to BPUD (RZ-1906)
• Board appointments: reappointment of Chris Hatcher; replacement for resigned Mike Eichhorn

The Edgewater Planning and Zoning Board voted unanimously (5-0) to send favorable recommendations to City Council for a preliminary plat (Majestic Oaks Phase IV), a variance for a pool deck at 1201 S. Riverside Drive, a future land use map amendment, and a zoning change for 41.89 acres at 4401 South Ridgewood Avenue. The board also recommended reappointing Chris Hatcher, appointing Albert Amalfitano to fill a vacancy, and reappointing George Kennedy and Robert Andrejkovics as chairman and vice-chairman. All votes were 5-0 with one excused absence.

• Approved favorable recommendation for preliminary plat SD-1902 (Majestic Oaks Phase IV) (5-0)
• Approved variance VA-1931 with stormwater condition for 1201 S. Riverside Drive (5-0)
• Approved favorable recommendation for FLUM amendment CPA-1906 (4401 South Ridgewood Ave) (5-0)
• Approved favorable recommendation for zoning change RZ-1906 (BPUD at 4401 South Ridgewood Ave) (5-0)
• Recommended reappointment of Chris Hatcher to the board (5-0)
• Recommended appointment of Albert Amalfitano to fill vacancy (5-0)
• Reappointed George Kennedy as Chairman (5-0)
• Reappointed Robert Andrejkovics as Vice-Chairman (5-0)

City Council

The Edgewater City Council is meeting to consider a range of items including second readings of ordinances on firefighter cancer pension changes and impact fee updates, as well as first readings on several annexation and zoning requests. The council will also award contracts for wastewater infrastructure and discuss solid waste options. The agenda includes multiple public hearings and routine consent items.

• 2nd reading: Ordinance 2019-O-26 amending firefighters' pension plan for cancer benefits per state law
• 2nd reading: Ordinances 2019-O-24 and 2019-O-25 updating impact fee program and fee schedule
• 1st reading: Ordinance 2020-O-01 to rezone 17.29 acres at 3757 S. Ridgewood Ave from B-3 to MH-1
• 1st reading: Ordinances 2019-O-31, -32, -33 for annexation and zoning of 6.0 acres near Packwood Road
• Contract award to J&H Waterstop Utilities for Lift Station #6 Replacement (ITB 20-ES-001)

The Edgewater City Council approved a solid waste collection scenario (keeping twice-weekly pickup with tippers) by a 3-2 vote, and approved numerous ordinances including zoning changes, annexations, and a fee waiver for a school 5K run. The council also continued a proposed impact fee schedule update to February 3, 2020, for further discussion.

• Approved solid waste Scenario 2 (twice-weekly pickup, larger trucks, tippers) (3-2)
• Approved Ordinance 2019-O-26 amending firefighters' pension plan (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2019-O-24 (impact fee program language) (5-0)
• Continued Ordinance 2019-O-25 (impact fee schedule) to Feb 3, 2020 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2019-O-19 (Lakeview Estates zoning) (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-O-01 (rezoning 17.29 acres to MH-1) (5-0)
• Approved annexation and zoning for Hewitt and Storch properties (5-0 each)
• Approved waiver of $100 fee for Indian River Elementary 5K run (5-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Edgewater Community Redevelopment Agency met to conduct a public hearing on the approval of the Grant Program for Small-Scale Improvements. The agenda also included a report from the CRA Coordinator. No minutes were approved as there were none available at the time.

• Public hearing on the Grant Program for Small-Scale Improvements Approval
• Discussion of the CRA Coordinator's Report

The Edgewater Community Redevelopment Agency approved the Grant Program for Small-Scale Improvements with a unanimous 6-0 vote. The program will provide grants for small-scale improvements in the CRA district. The board also discussed a revised resolution with the New Smyrna Beach CRA to make it less constraining, but no action was taken on that item.

• Approved Grant Program for Small-Scale Improvements (6-0)