Crystal River, Florida
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Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
202511 housing units ($6.1M)
Recent meetings
Mon Jul 13, 2026
Community Redevelopment Agency
Crystal River CRA to swear in board member Gerry Mulligan
The Community Redevelopment Agency will hold a regular meeting to swear in board member Gerry Mulligan and review the CRA Annual Report. The body will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from June 8, 2026.
- Swearing in of CRA Board member Gerry Mulligan
- Review of CRA Annual Report
- Approval of June 8, 2026 meeting minutes
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Agenda
Community Redevelopment Agency
Regular Meeting Agenda
Monday, July 13, 2026 at
5:00 PM
Citrus County Welcome Center
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3.
PRESENTATIONS
A.
Swearing in of CRA Board member Gerry Mulligan
B.
CRA Annual Report
4.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
5.
PUBLIC INPUT
6.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
A.
Motion to approve minutes of the CRA meeting held June 8, 2026
7.
CRA ATTORNEY
8.
CRA ADMINISTRATOR
9.
BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS
10.
PUBLIC INPUT
11.
ADJOURNMENT
(Three Minute Limit)
A. Joe Meek, Chair
B. Chris Ensing, Vice Chair
C. Gabrielle Satchell
D. Mindi Hastings
E. Robert Holmes
F. Johnny Cash
G. Gerry Mulligan
(Five Minute Limit)
Mon Jul 13, 2026
City Council Meeting
City Council to consider extending Crystal River Community Redevelopment Agency
The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss modifying the Community Redevelopment Plan and extending the agency's termination date. The body will also consider a tentative T.R.I.M. rate of 6.59 mills and various infrastructure and housing contracts.
- Ordinance 26-O-10 to extend the Crystal River Community Redevelopment Agency termination date
- Resolution No. 26-R-17 setting a tentative T.R.I.M. rate at 6.59 mills
- Contract with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for $320,700.00 for Wastewater Treatment Plant Facility Plan services
- Reallocation of $340,000.00 for Fountains at Hidden Lake Phase II affordable housing
- Resolution No. 26-R-23 to transfer $33,000 for six firefighting protective gear sets
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Joe Meek, Mayor
Chris
Ensing, Vice Mayor/Council Seat #3
Gabrielle Satchell, Council Seat #1
Mindi Hastings, Council Seat #2
Robert Holmes, Council Seat #5
Audra Curts-Whann, City Manager
Rob Batsel, City Attorney
Mia Fink, City Clerk
Agenda
Crystal River City Council Meeting
Regular Meeting Agenda
Monday, July 13, 2026 at
5:30 PM
Citrus County Welcome Center
1.
CALL TO ORDER
A. Roll Call
B. Invocation
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Recognition of Elected Officials in Attendance
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Governing Body with respect to any matter
considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to
provide that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence
upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical
impairment should contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 123 N.W. Highway 19,
Crystal River, Florida, 34428 (352) 795-4216, at least two (2) days before the meeting.
GENERAL MEETING PROCEDURES
1
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In consideration of others, we ask that you follow a few basic rules:
A
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Please turn cell phones off, or place on vibrate. If you must make a call, please step out into the
hallway.
B
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If you must speak to someone in the audience, please speak softly or go out into the hallway.
C
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Mon Jun 8, 2026
Community Redevelopment Agency
Ordinance 26-O-10 to modify the redevelopment plan and extend the agency's term
The CRA will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 26-O-10, which proposes changes to the Crystal River Community Redevelopment Plan and extends the agency's termination date. The board will also discuss Resolution No. 26‑R‑22 to appoint a new board member. Minutes from the May 11, 2026 City Council meeting will be approved.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 26-O-10 to modify the redevelopment plan and extend the agency's termination date
- Discussion of Resolution No. 26‑R‑22 to appoint Peter Webber, Gerard Mulligan, or Boe Braccio as a board member
- Approval of minutes from the City Council meeting held May 11, 2026
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Agenda
Community Redevelopment Agency
Regular Meeting Agenda
Monday, June
8, 2026 at
5:00 PM
Citrus County Welcome Center
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3.
PRESENTATIONS
4.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
5.
PUBLIC INPUT
6.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
A.
Motion to approve minutes of the City Council meeting held May 11, 2026
7.
CRA ATTORNEY
8.
CRA ADMINISTRATOR
A.
Conduct a Public Hearing for Ordinance 26-O-10 and make a recommendation to City
Council to modify the Crystal River Community Redevelopment Plan and approve the
Continued Existence and Extension of its Termination Date of the Crystal River Community
Redevelopment Agency.
B.
Discussion of Resolution No. 26-R-22 to appoint either Peter Webber, Gerard Mulligan, or
Boe Braccio as a Board member of the Crystal River Community Redevelopment Agency.
9.
BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS
(Three Minute Limit)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL RIVER RELATING TO COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT; ADOPTING A MODIFICATION TO THE CRYSTAL RIVER
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT PLAN; APPROVING THE CONTINUED
EXISTENCE AND EXTENDING ITS TERMINATION DATE; PROVIDING DIRECTION
AND AUTHORITY CONCERNING REDEVELOPMENT FINANCING AND THE
ISSUANCE OF REDEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS AND LOANS; PROVIDING
FOR AMENDMENT OF REDEVELOPMENT TRUST FUND, OF THE CITY OF
CRYSTAL RIVER CODE OF ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR RESTATEMENT AND
REPEAL OF INCONSISTENT ORDINANCES; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY;
PROVIDING FOR LIBERAL INTERPRETATION AND CORRECTION OF ERRORTS,
IF ANY; AN
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Mon Jun 8, 2026
City Council Meeting
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Joe Meek, Mayor
Chris
Ensing, Vice Mayor/Council Seat #3
Gabrielle Satchell, Council Seat #1
Mindi Hastings, Council Seat #2
Robert Holmes, Council Seat #5
Audra Curts-Whann, City Manager
Rob Batsel, City Attorney
Mia Fink, City Clerk
Agenda
Crystal River City Council Meeting
Regular Meeting Agenda
Monday, June
8, 2026 at
5:30 PM
Citrus County Welcome Center
1.
CALL TO ORDER
A. Roll Call
B. Invocation
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Recognition of Elected Officials in Attendance
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Governing Body with respect to any matter
considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to
provide that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence
upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical
impairment should contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 123 N.W. Highway 19,
Crystal River, Florida, 34428 (352) 795-4216, at least two (2) days before the meeting.
GENERAL MEETING PROCEDURES
1
.
In consideration of others, we ask that you follow a few basic rules:
A
.
Please turn cell phones off, or place on vibrate. If you must make a call, please step out into the
hallway.
B
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If you must speak to someone in the audience, please speak softly or go out into the hallway.
C
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Fri Jun 5, 2026
Planning Commission Meeting
Planning Commission to hold hearing on Community Redevelopment Plan
The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding Ordinance 26-O-10. This ordinance proposes to modify the Crystal River Community Redevelopment Plan and extend its termination date.
- Public hearing for Ordinance 26-O-10 to modify the Community Redevelopment Plan and extend its termination date
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NOTICE TO PUBLIC
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Planning Commission with respect to any matter considered at this
meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to provide that a verbatim record of the
proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section
286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical impairment should
contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 730 N Suncoast Blvd, Crystal River, FL 34429 (352) 795-4216, at
least two (2) days prior to the meeting.
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Agenda
Crystal River Planning Commission
June 4, 2026 - 5:30 p.m.
Citrus County Welcome Center
915 N Suncoast Blvd.
Terry Thompson
Richard Laxton
Larry Schenavar
Deborah MacArthur Anderson
Karen Cunningham
Kristen Coble
Charlie Kish
Alternate 1 – Scott Davis
Alternate 2 – Dan Grannan
Chuck Dixon – School Board*
*Appointed by School Board pursuant to §163.3174, Florida Statutes.
1) Call to Order
2) Roll Call
3) Moment of Silence
4) Pledge of Allegiance
5) Adoption of Agenda
6) Approval of Minutes: May 7, 2026
7) Citizen Input: 3 minutes
8) Public Hearings
9) Conduct a Public Hearing for Ordinance 26-O-10 to Modify the Crystal River Community Redevelopment
Plan and Approve the Continued Existence and Extension of its Termination Date.
10) Unfinished Business
11) New
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Tue May 26, 2026
City Council Meeting
City Council to hear food‑truck court request in Urban Center 1 zone
The Crystal River City Council will consider an application to locate a food‑truck court at 406 NE 1st Avenue within the Urban Center 1 Zone. The council will also vote on a lease extension with the YMCA of the Suncoast for programs at 405 SE 7th Avenue, a fence‑code amendment, and a sole‑source contract for document‑scanning services up to $70,000. Additional items include approval of the consent agenda and routine public input.
- Public hearing on unlisted dissimilar use application for a food‑truck court at 406 NE 1st Avenue (Parcel ID 17E18S210070 00090 0030)
- Motion to authorize Mayor to execute lease extension with YMCA of the Suncoast for recreation programs at 405 SE 7th Avenue
- Introduction of Ordinance 26‑O‑08 to amend fence regulations in the Community Development Code
- Sole‑source contract with Blue Digital for document scanning and Laserfiche Cloud services, not to exceed $70,000 for FY 25‑26
- Approval of consent agenda items: minutes from May 11, 2026 meeting and April departmental report
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Joe Meek, Mayor
Chris
Ensing, Vice Mayor/Council Seat #3
Gabrielle Satchell, Council Seat #1
Mindi Hastings, Council Seat #2
Robert Holmes, Council Seat #5
Audra Curts-Whann, City Manager
Rob Batsel, City Attorney
Mia Fink, City Clerk
Agenda
Crystal River City Council Meeting
Regular Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at
5:30 PM
Citrus County Welcome Center
1.
CALL TO ORDER
A. Roll Call
B. Invocation
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Recognition of Elected Officials in Attendance
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Governing Body with respect to any matter
considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to
provide that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence
upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical
impairment should contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 123 N.W. Highway 19,
Crystal River, Florida, 34428 (352) 795-4216, at least two (2) days before the meeting.
GENERAL MEETING PROCEDURES
1
.
In consideration of others, we ask that you follow a few basic rules:
A
.
Please turn cell phones off, or place on vibrate. If you must make a call, please step out into the
hallway.
B
.
If you must speak to someone in the audience, please speak softly or go out into the hallway.
C
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Tue May 12, 2026
Planning Commission Meeting
Planning Commission to consider de-annexation and zoning changes
The Crystal River Planning Commission will consider a request to remove 44.17 acres from city limits and review several zoning and land use applications. The agenda includes a public hearing for a de-annexation request and related zoning changes for a 9-acre parcel, as well as hearings for a new automotive dealership and a boutique hotel.
- Public hearing for de-annexation of 161 N Country Club Drive (44.17 acres)
- Public hearing for rezoning 1075 N Suncoast Blvd from Industrial to Urban Center 2
- Public hearing for unlisted dissimilar use at 3540 N Citrus Ave (Automotive Dealership)
- Public hearing for zoning change at 202 NE 2nd Ave (Boutique Hotel)
- Public hearing for rezoning 1154 NE 1st Street from Suburban Neighborhood 1 to Urban Neighborhood 2
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NOTICE TO PUBLIC
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Planning Commission with respect to any matter considered at this
meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to provide that a verbatim record of the
proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section
286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical impairment should
contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 730 N Suncoast Blvd, Crystal River, FL 34429 (352) 795-4216, at
least two (2) days prior to the meeting.
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Planning Commission Agenda
March 5, 2026 - 5:30 p.m.
Terry Thompson
Richard Laxton
Larry Schenavar
Deborah MacArthur Anderson
Karen Cunningham
Kristen Coble
Charlie Kish
Alternate 1 – Scott Davis
Alternate 2 – VACANT
Chuck Dixon – School Board*
*Appointed by School Board pursuant to §163.3174, Florida Statutes.
1) Call to Order
2) Roll Call
3) Moment of Silence
4) Pledge of Allegiance
5) Adoption of Agenda
6) Administration of Oath of Office for Planning Commissioner Scott Davis.
7) Approval of Minutes: January 8, 2026
8) Citizen Input: 3 minutes
9) Public Hearings:
A.) Conduct a Quasi-Judicial Public Hearing – PA26-0001 Deannexation – 161 N Country Club Drive
Sarah Foti, owner of 161 North Country Club Drive, has made a formal request for the voluntary de -
annexatio
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Tue May 12, 2026
Planning Commission Meeting
Planning Commission to consider de-annexation of 44.17-acre parcel
The Planning Commission will discuss a request to remove a specific property from the city's municipal boundaries. This is the primary item of unfinished business for the meeting.
- PA26-0001: Request by Sarah Foti for voluntary de-annexation of 161 N Country Club Drive (44.17-acre parcel)
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NOTICE TO PUBLIC
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Planning Commission with respect to any matter considered at this
meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to provide that a verbatim record of the
proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section
286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical impairment should
contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 730 N Suncoast Blvd , Crystal River, FL 34429 (352) 795-4216, at
least two (2) days prior to the meeting.
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Agenda
Crystal River Planning Commission
April 2, 2026 - 5:30 p.m.
Citrus County Welcome Center
915 N Suncoast Blvd.
Terry Thompson
Richard Laxton
Larry Schenavar
Deborah MacArthur Anderson
Karen Cunningham
Kristen Coble
Charlie Kish
Alternate 1 – Scott Davis
Alternate 2 – VACANT
Chuck Dixon – School Board*
*Appointed by School Board pursuant to §163.3174, Florida Statutes.
1) Call to Order
2) Roll Call
3) Moment of Silence
4) Pledge of Allegiance
5) Adoption of Agenda
6) Approval of Minutes: March 5, 2026
7) Citizen Input: 3 minutes
8) Public Hearings
9) Unfinished Business:
A.) PA26-0001 De-annexation – 161 N Country Club Drive
Sarah Foti, owner of 161 North Country Club Drive, has made a formal request for the voluntary de -
annexation pursuant to Section (§) 1
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Mon May 11, 2026
City Council Meeting
City Council to award $23,000 contract for Fourth of July fireworks display
The Crystal River City Council will consider several contract awards, including a $23,000 contract for the 2026 Fourth of July fireworks and a $10,815 contract for a Christmas tree rental. The council will also vote on a $52,228.80 preconstruction services contract for Phase II of the Kings Bay Riverwalk project and adopt a resolution appointing a new community redevelopment commissioner. Additional items include a value‑engineering report contract and a request for $2,144 for a vehicle purchase.
- Award contract to Master Pyro Display up to $23,000 for Fourth of July fireworks
- Award contract to Holiday Outdoor Decor $10,815 for 2026 Christmas tree rental
- Approve A.D. Morgan (CMAR) preconstruction services $52,228.80 for Kings Bay Riverwalk Phase II Segment II
- Approve Ayres Associates value‑engineering report $15,300 for Riverwalk Phase II Segment II
- Adopt Resolution No. 26‑R‑20 appointing Dr. Paresh Desai as CRA commissioner
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Joe Meek, Mayor
Chris
Ensing, Vice Mayor/Council Seat #3
Gabrielle Satchell, Council Seat #1
Mindi Hastings, Council Seat #2
Robert Holmes, Council Seat #5
Audra Curts-Whann, City Manager
Rob Batsel, City Attorney
Mia Fink, City Clerk
Agenda
Crystal River City Council Meeting
Regular Meeting Agenda
Monday, May 11, 2026 at
5:30 PM
Citrus County Welcome Center
1.
CALL TO ORDER
A. Roll Call
B. Invocation
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Recognition of Elected Officials in Attendance
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Governing Body with respect to any matter
considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to
provide that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence
upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical
impairment should contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 123 N.W. Highway 19,
Crystal River, Florida, 34428 (352) 795-4216, at least two (2) days before the meeting.
GENERAL MEETING PROCEDURES
1
.
In consideration of others, we ask that you follow a few basic rules:
A
.
Please turn cell phones off, or place on vibrate. If you must make a call, please step out into the
hallway.
B
.
If you must speak to someone in the audience, please speak softly or go out into the hallway.
C
.
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Mon May 11, 2026
Community Redevelopment Agency
CRA to appoint new board member and discuss mini grants
The Crystal River Community Redevelopment Agency will discuss appointing a new commissioner and review mini grant funding. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of a board member and the approval of prior meeting minutes.
- Swearing in of CRA Board member Johnny Cash
- Discussion of Resolution No. 26-R-20 to appoint Dr. Paresh Desai
- Discussion of CRA Mini Grants
- Approval of minutes from the April 13, 2026 CRA meeting
- Public input session
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Agenda
Community Redevelopment Agency
Regular Meeting Agenda
Monday, May 11, 2026 at
5:00 PM
Citrus County Welcome Center
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3.
PRESENTATIONS
A.
Swearing in of CRA Board member Johnny Cash
4.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
5.
PUBLIC INPUT
6.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
A.
Motion to approve minutes of the CRA meeting held April 13, 2026
7.
CRA ATTORNEY
8.
CRA ADMINISTRATOR
A.
Discussion of Resolution No. 26-R-20 to appoint Dr. Paresh Desai as a Commissioner of the
Crystal River Community Redevelopment Agency and make a recommendation to the City
Council.
B.
Discussion of CRA Mini Grants
9.
BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS
10.
PUBLIC INPUT
11.
ADJOURNMENT
(Three Minute Limit)
A. Joe Meek, Chair
B. Chris Ensing, Vice Chair
C. Gabrielle Satchell
D. Mindi Hastings
E. Robert Holmes
F. Johnny Cash
(Five Minute Limit)
Mon May 4, 2026
City Council Workshop
City Council will discuss matters related to Kings Bay
The Crystal River City Council will hold its regular meeting on April 22, 2026 at the Citrus County Welcome Center. The agenda includes a Monarch presentation about City Hall and a discussion on matters related to Kings Bay. No formal actions or votes are listed in the agenda.
- Monarch presentation regarding City Hall
- Discussion on matters related to Kings Bay
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Joe Meek, Mayor
Chris
Ensing, Vice Mayor/Council Seat #3
Gabrielle Satchell, Council Seat #1
Mindi Hastings, Council Seat #2
Robert Holmes, Council Seat #5
Audra Curts-Whann, City Manager
Rob Batsel, City Attorney
Mia Fink, City Clerk
Agenda
Crystal River City Council Meeting
Regular Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at
1:00 PM
Citrus County Welcome Center
1.
CALL TO ORDER
A. Roll Call
B. Pledge of Allegiance
2.
PRESENTATIONS
A.
Monarch presentation regarding City Hall
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Governing Body with respect to any matter
considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to
provide that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence
upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical
impairment should contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 123 N.W. Highway 19,
Crystal River, Florida, 34428 (352) 795-4216, at least two (2) days before the meeting.
GENERAL MEETING PROCEDURES
1
.
In consideration of others, we ask that you follow a few basic rules:
A
.
Please turn cell phones off, or place on vibrate. If you must make a call, please step out into the
hallway.
B
.
If you must speak to someone in the audience, please speak softly or go out into the hallway.
C
.
Personal comments
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Tue Apr 28, 2026
City Council Workshop
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Joe Meek, Mayor
Chris
Ensing, Vice Mayor/Council Seat #3
Gabrielle Satchell, Council Seat #1
Mindi Hastings, Council Seat #2
Robert Holmes, Council Seat #5
Audra Curts-Whann, City Manager
Rob Batsel, City Attorney
Mia Fink, City Clerk
Agenda
Crystal River City Council Meeting
Regular Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at
1:00 PM
Citrus County Welcome Center
1.
CALL TO ORDER
A. Roll Call
B. Pledge of Allegiance
2.
PRESENTATIONS
A.
Monarch presentation regarding City Hall
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Governing Body with respect to any matter
considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to
provide that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence
upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical
impairment should contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 123 N.W. Highway 19,
Crystal River, Florida, 34428 (352) 795-4216, at least two (2) days before the meeting.
GENERAL MEETING PROCEDURES
1
.
In consideration of others, we ask that you follow a few basic rules:
A
.
Please turn cell phones off, or place on vibrate. If you must make a call, please step out into the
hallway.
B
.
If you must speak to someone in the audience, please speak softly or go out into the hallway.
C
.
Personal comments
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Mon Apr 27, 2026
City Council Meeting
City Council to approve a flood‑risk reduction grant and adopt related resolution
The Crystal River City Council will consider a motion to accept a Hazard Mitigation Grant Program award for the Multiple Roadways Flood Risk Reduction project and adopt Resolution No. 26‑R‑16 to authorize the City Manager to execute the contract. A public hearing will address a resolution authorizing an application for a FY 2027 Small Cities Community Development Block Grant for commercial revitalization. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the consent agenda and updates on the 579 US Highway 19 property.
- Accept Hazard Mitigation Grant Program award for Project No. 4734‑078‑R, Multiple Roadways Flood Risk Reduction
- Adopt Resolution No. 26‑R‑16 authorizing City Manager to execute grant contract
- Public hearing on Resolution No. 26‑R‑15 to apply for FY 2027 Small Cities Community Development Block Grant, Commercial Revitalization
- Approve consent agenda items including March departmental report and April 13 meeting minutes
- Unfinished business update on 579 US Highway 19, LLC property
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Joe Meek, Mayor
Chris
Ensing, Vice Mayor/Council Seat #3
Gabrielle Satchell, Council Seat #1
Mindi Hastings, Council Seat #2
Robert Holmes, Council Seat #5
Audra Curts-Whann, City Manager
Rob Batsel, City Attorney
Mia Fink, City Clerk
Agenda
Crystal River City Council Meeting
Regular Meeting Agenda
Monday, April 27, 2026 at
5:30 PM
Citrus County Welcome Center
1.
CALL TO ORDER
A. Roll Call
B. Invocation
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Recognition of Elected Officials in Attendance
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Governing Body with respect to any matter
considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to
provide that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence
upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical
impairment should contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 123 N.W. Highway 19,
Crystal River, Florida, 34428 (352) 795-4216, at least two (2) days before the meeting.
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Mon Apr 13, 2026
Community Redevelopment Agency
CRA discusses appointing Jonathan Cash as commissioner and updates plan
The Crystal River Community Redevelopment Agency will consider a resolution to appoint Jonathan Cash as a commissioner and recommend the appointment to the City Council. The board will also review and approve the minutes from the December 8, 2025 meeting. A draft update to the CRA plan will be presented for discussion. Public input will be solicited during the meeting.
- Motion to approve minutes of the CRA meeting held December 8, 2025
- Discussion of Resolution No. 26-R-12 to appoint Jonathan Cash as a Commissioner and recommend to City Council
- Presentation of a draft CRA Plan Update
- Public input sessions
- Board member comments
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Agenda
Community Redevelopment Agency
Regular Meeting Agenda
Monday, April 13, 2026 at
5:00 PM
Citrus County Welcome Center
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3.
PRESENTATIONS
4.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
5.
PUBLIC INPUT
6.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
A.
Motion to approve minutes of the CRA meeting held December 8, 2025
7.
CRA ATTORNEY
8.
CRA ADMINISTRATOR
A.
Discussion of Resolution No. 26-R-12 to appoint Jonathan Cash as a Commissioner of the
Crystal River Community Redevelopment Agency and make a recommendation to the City
Council.
B.
Draft CRA Plan Update
9.
BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS
10.
PUBLIC INPUT
11.
ADJOURNMENT
(Three Minute Limit)
A. Joe Meek, Chair
B. Chris Ensing, Vice Chair
C. Gabrielle Satchell
D. Mindi Hastings
E. Robert Holmes
(Five Minute Limit)
Mon Apr 13, 2026
City Council Meeting
City Council to discuss zoning, de-annexation, and budget reallocation
The Crystal River City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider zoning changes, a de-annexation request, and budget adjustments. The agenda includes public hearings on land use and zoning map amendments, as well as the introduction of new ordinances.
- Withdrawn de-annexation of 44.17 acres at 161 North Country Club Drive
- Public hearing on reclassifying 3.05 acres at 1075 North Suncoast Blvd to Urban Center
- Public hearing on reclassifying 1.04 acres at 1154 NE 1st Street to Urban Neighborhood
- Introduction of ordinances to rezone 3.05 acres at 1075 North Suncoast Blvd to Urban Center 2
- Motion to reallocate $64,886.00 for a new 2026 Ford F-350 for the Water/Sewer Dept
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Joe Meek, Mayor
Chris
Ensing, Vice Mayor/Council Seat #3
Gabrielle Satchell, Council Seat #1
Mindi Hastings, Council Seat #2
Robert Holmes, Council Seat #5
Audra Curts-Whann, City Manager
Rob Batsel, City Attorney
Mia Fink, City Clerk
Agenda
Crystal River City Council Meeting
Regular Meeting Agenda
Monday, April 13, 2026 at
5:30 PM
Citrus County Welcome Center
1.
CALL TO ORDER
A. Roll Call
B. Invocation
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Recognition of Elected Officials in Attendance
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Governing Body with respect to any matter
considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to
provide that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence
upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical
impairment should contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 123 N.W. Highway 19,
Crystal River, Florida, 34428 (352) 795-4216, at least two (2) days before the meeting.
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Mon Mar 23, 2026
City Council Meeting
City Council to consider annexation, zoning changes, and a $48,700 streetscape project
The Crystal River City Council will consider the voluntary de-annexation of 44 acres, zoning changes for two properties, and a public hearing on an automotive dealership. The Council will also approve a $48,700 contract for a 5th Street streetscape design and discuss positions on a proposed data center.
- De-annexation of 44.17 acres at 161 North Country Club Drive
- Zoning changes for 3.05 acres at 1075 North Suncoast Blvd (Industrial to Urban Center 2)
- Zoning changes for 1.04 acres at 1154 NE 1st Street (Suburban Neighborhood to Urban Neighborhood 2)
- Public hearing for automotive dealership at 3540 North Citrus Ave
- Contract for 5th St. Streetscape Design Project: $48,700
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Joe Meek, Mayor
Chris
Ensing, Vice Mayor/Council Seat #3
Gabrielle Satchell, Council Seat #1
Mindi Hastings, Council Seat #2
Robert Holmes, Council Seat #5
Audra Curts-Whann, City Manager
Rob Batsel, City Attorney
Mia Fink, City Clerk
Agenda
Crystal River City Council Meeting
Regular Meeting Agenda
Monday, March 23, 2026 at
5:30 PM
Citrus County Welcome Center
1.
CALL TO ORDER
A. Roll Call
B. Invocation
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Recognition of Elected Officials in Attendance
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Governing Body with respect to any matter
considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to
provide that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence
upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical
impairment should contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 123 N.W. Highway 19,
Crystal River, Florida, 34428 (352) 795-4216, at least two (2) days before the meeting.
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Mon Mar 9, 2026
City Council Meeting
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Joe Meek, Mayor
Chris
Ensing, Vice Mayor/Council Seat #3
Gabrielle Satchell, Council Seat #1
Mindi Hastings, Council Seat #2
Robert Holmes, Council Seat #5
Audra Curts-Whann, City Manager
Rob Batsel, City Attorney
Mia Fink, City Clerk
Agenda
Crystal River City Council Meeting
Regular Meeting Agenda
Monday, March
9, 2026 at
5:30 PM
Citrus County Welcome Center
1.
CALL TO ORDER
A. Roll Call
B. Invocation
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Recognition of Elected Officials in Attendance
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Governing Body with respect to any matter
considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to
provide that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence
upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical
impairment should contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 123 N.W. Highway 19,
Crystal River, Florida, 34428 (352) 795-4216, at least two (2) days before the meeting.
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Thu Mar 5, 2026
Planning Commission Meeting
Planning Commission to consider land‑use and zoning change for 7.44 acres on Suncoast Blvd
The Crystal River Planning Commission meeting on May 1 2025 will hold a public hearing on a joint application (PCA25‑0001/PZM25‑0001) submitted by RIF 304, LLC to amend the Future Land Use Map and Official Zoning Map, changing approximately 7.44 acres near 77 and 61 South Suncoast Blvd from Conservation to Urban Center 1. The commission will also consider a variance request (PV25‑0002) from Zephyr Homes LLC for five setbacks on a single‑family residential lot. Staff recommended approval of both items, and the commission is scheduled to vote on them. No other business was listed.
- Joint application PCA25‑0001/PZM25‑0001 by RIF 304, LLC to change 7.44 acres from Conservation to Urban Center 1 on South Suncoast Blvd.
- Amendment to the Future Land Use Map and Official Zoning Map for the same parcels.
- Variance request PV25‑0002 by Zephyr Homes LLC for five setbacks on a single‑family residential lot.
- Staff recommendation to approve the joint application and the variance.
- Staff alert about fraudulent emails and recommendation for commissioners to change passwords.
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NOTICE TO PUBLIC
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meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to provide that a verbatim record of the
proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section
286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical impairment should
contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 123 N. W. Highway 19, Crystal River, FL 34428 (352) 795- 4216, at
least two (2) days prior to the meeting.
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Planning Commission Agenda
May 1, 2025 - 5:30 p.m.
Terry Thompson- Chair
Richard Laxton- Vice Chair
Larry Schenavar
Deborah MacArthur Anderson
Karen Cunningham
Gregory Acker
Kristen Coble
Alternate 1 - Angie Piche
Alternate 2 – Kimberly Salter
Chuck Dixon – School Board*
1) Call to Order
2) Roll Call
3) Moment of Silence
4) Pledge of Allegiance
5) Adoption of Agenda
6) Approval of Minutes: March 6, 2025
7) Citizen Input: 3 minutes
8) Pub lic Hearings:
1.)
a.) Conduct a Public Hearing for APPLICATION NO. PCA25 -0001 -Brought by RIF 304, LLC - Small-Scale
Comprehensive Plan Amendment to the Future Land Use Map to change 7.44 acres +/- from Conservation
to Urban Center.
b.) C
onduct a Quasi -Judicial Public Hearing for APPLICATION NO. PZM25 -0001 -Brought by RIF 304, LLC -
Amendme
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Thu Mar 5, 2026
Planning Commission Meeting
Planning Commission to consider de-annexation and zoning changes
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several land-use requests, including a petition to remove property from city limits and a request for a bed and breakfast. The body will also discuss text amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Code to provide transition periods for certain property owners.
- De-annexation request for 17.22 acres at 4264 North Tallahassee Road
- Zoning and land use change for 0.69 acres at 563 NE 5th Street from Civic to Urban Center
- Conditional Use Application for a bed and breakfast at 404 NE 3rd Street
- Variance request for a 6-foot opaque fence at 2680 N Turkey Oak Drive
- Variance request for a 6-foot opaque fence at 619 NE 7th Ave
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NOTICE TO PUBLIC
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Planning Commission with respect to any matter considered at this
meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to provide that a verbatim record of the
proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section
286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical impairment should
contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 730 N Suncoast Blvd, Crystal River, FL 34429 (352) 795-4216, at
least two (2) days prior to the meeting.
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Planning Commission Agenda
June 5, 2025 - 5:30 p.m.
Terry Thompson- Chair
Richard Laxton- Vice Chair
Larry Schenavar
Deborah MacArthur Anderson
Karen Cunningham
Gregory Acker
Kristen Coble
Alternate 1 - Angie Piche
Alternate 2 – Kimberly Salter
Chuck Dixon – School Board*
1) Call to Order
2) Roll Call
3) Moment of Silence
4) Pledge of Allegiance
5) Adoption of Agenda
6) Approval of Minutes: May 2, 2025
7) Citizen Input: 3 minutes
8) Public Hearings:
a) Conduct a Quasi-Judicial public hearing for Application PA25-0001 – 4264 North Tallahassee Road
A Petition for De-Annexation of real property to be removed from the municipal boundary of the City of
Crystal River, brought by Christine Johnson, the owner of the property.
b)
1. Conduct a public hearing for Application PCA25-0002 – 563 NE
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Tue Mar 3, 2026
Planning Commission Meeting
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NOTICE TO PUBLIC
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Planning Commission with respect to any matter considered at this
meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to provide that a verbatim record of the
proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section
286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical impairment should
contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 730 N Suncoast Blvd, Crystal River, FL 34429 (352) 795-4216, at
least two (2) days prior to the meeting.
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Planning Commission Agenda
August 7, 2025 - 5:30 p.m.
Terry Thompson- Chair
Richard Laxton- Vice Chair
Larry Schenavar
Deborah MacArthur Anderson
Karen Cunningham
Gregory Acker
Kristen Coble
Alternate 1 - Angie Piche
Alternate 2 – Kimberly Salter
Chuck Dixon – School Board*
1) Call to Order
2) Roll Call
3) Moment of Silence
4) Pledge of Allegiance
5) Adoption of Agenda
6) Approval of Minutes: July 3, 2025
7) Citizen Input: 3 minutes
8) Public Hearings:
a) Conduct a Quasi-Judicial public hearing for Application PFP25-0001 – 230 NE 11TH St and 1032 NE 3RD Ave
Brought by Chris Ensing, on behalf of CR Interlaken Residential, LLC, requesting a preliminary plat pursuant
to Section 9 (a) Subdivision and Plats of the Crystal River Community Development Code , including three
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Tue Mar 3, 2026
Planning Commission Meeting
Planning Commission will hear variance, storage use and land‑use amendment requests
The Crystal River Planning Commission will conduct three quasi‑judicial public hearings. The first is a variance request (PV25‑0005) for 990 NE 3rd Street to reduce frontage transparency, reduce parking requirements, and permit metal exterior material. The second is an unlisted dissimilar‑use request (PDU25‑0002) for 4264 N Tallahassee Road to allow an indoor and outdoor storage and parking facility in the Suburban Neighborhood 2 zone. The third is a small‑scale comprehensive plan amendment (PCA25‑0003 / PZM25‑0003) to rezone approximately 9.20 acres on NE Crystal Street from urban designations to civic use.
- Variance PV25‑0005 for 990 NE 3rd St: reduce frontage transparency to 10%, reduce parking from 14 to 5 spaces, allow metal façade.
- Unlisted dissimilar‑use PDU25‑0002 for 4264 N Tallahassee Rd: permit indoor/outdoor storage and parking in Suburban Neighborhood 2 zone.
- Comprehensive plan amendment PCA25‑0003 / PZM25‑0003 for 41 & 109 NE Crystal St: change 9.20 acres from Urban Center/Neighborhood to Civic.
- Organizational meeting to appoint Chair and Vice Chair.
- Approval of minutes from August 7, 2025.
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NOTICE TO PUBLIC
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meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to provide that a verbatim record of the
proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section
286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical impairment should
contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 730 N Suncoast Blvd, Crystal River, FL 34429 (352) 795-4216, at
least two (2) days prior to the meeting.
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Planning Commission Agenda
November 6, 2025 - 5:30 p.m.
Terry Thompson
Richard Laxton
Larry Schenavar
Deborah MacArthur Anderson
Karen Cunningham
Gregory Acker
Kristen Coble
Alternate 1 - Kimberly Salter
Alternate 2 – VACANT
Chuck Dixon – School Board*
1) Call to Order
2) Roll Call
3) Moment of Silence
4) Pledge of Allegiance
5) Adoption of Agenda
6) Organizational Meeting: Appoint Chair and Vice Chair.
7) Approval of Minutes: August 7, 2025
8) Citizen Input: 3 minutes
9) Public Hearings:
A.) Conduct a Quasi-Judicial Public Hearing for PV25-0005 – 990 NE 3rd Street
Brought by owner Steven Uiterwyk for a three-part variance of the Community Development Code.
1) Section 4 a. Zoning (7): To reduce frontage transparency from the required 60% transparency to
10% transpare
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Tue Mar 3, 2026
Planning Commission Meeting
Planning Commission to hear zoning and land-use variance requests
The Crystal River Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider three variance requests and a land-use change for properties on NE 3rd Street and N Tallahassee Road. The body will also vote on a capital improvements schedule update and organizational matters.
- Public hearing for PV25-0005 at 990 NE 3rd Street: variance to reduce frontage transparency to 10% and parking to 5 spaces
- Public hearing for PDU25-0002 at 4264 N Tallahassee Road: request for unlisted dissimilar use for storage and parking
- Public hearing for PA25-0001 at 4264 N Tallahassee Road: petition for de-annexation of real property
- Public hearing for PCA25-0003 at 41 NE Crystal Street: amendment to change 9.20 acres from Urban Center to Civic
- Public hearing for PCT25-0002: modification to the 5-year Capital Improvements Schedule
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NOTICE TO PUBLIC
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Planning Commission with respect to any matter considered at this
meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to provide that a verbatim record of the
proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section
286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical impairment should
contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 730 N Suncoast Blvd, Crystal River, FL 34429 (352) 795-4216, at
least two (2) days prior to the meeting.
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Planning Commission Agenda
December 4, 2025 - 5:30 p.m.
Terry Thompson
Richard Laxton
Larry Schenavar
Deborah MacArthur Anderson
Karen Cunningham
Gregory Acker
Kristen Coble
Alternate 1 - Kimberly Salter
Alternate 2 – VACANT
Chuck Dixon – School Board*
1) Call to Order
2) Roll Call
3) Moment of Silence
4) Pledge of Allegiance
5) Adoption of Agenda
6) Organizational Meeting: Appoint Chair and Vice Chair.
7) Approval of Minutes: August 7, 2025
8) Citizen Input: 3 minutes
9) Public Hearings:
A.) Conduct a Quasi-Judicial Public Hearing for PV25-0005 – 990 NE 3rd Street
Brought by owner Steven Uiterwyk for a three-part variance of the Community Development Code.
1) Section 4 a. Zoning (7): To reduce frontage transparency from the required 60% transparency to 10%
transpare
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Tue Mar 3, 2026
Planning Commission Meeting
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NOTICE TO PUBLIC
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Planning Commission with respect to any matter considered at this
meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to provide that a verbatim record of the
proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section
286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical impairment should
contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 730 N Suncoast Blvd , Crystal River, FL 34429 (352) 795-4216, at
least two (2) days prior to the meeting.
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Planning Commission Agenda
January 8, 2026 - 5:30 p.m.
Terry Thompson
Richard Laxton
Larry Schenavar
Deborah MacArthur Anderson
Karen Cunningham
Gregory Acker
Kristen Coble
Alternate 1 - Kimberly Salter
Alternate 2 – Charlie Kish
Chuck Dixon – School Board*
1) Call to Order
2) Roll Call
3) Moment of Silence
4) Pledge of Allegiance
5) Adoption of Agenda
6) Administration of Oath of Office for Planning Commissioner Charles Kish
7) Approval of Minutes: December 4, 2025
8) Citizen Input: 3 minutes
9) Public Hearings:
A.) Conduct a Quasi-Judicial Public Hearing for PSU25-0003 – 130 NE Crystal Street
Brought by Meek Development & Investment, LLC to allow for a bed and breakfast inn to be located within
the Urban Center 2 (UC -2) Zone, pursuant to section 5.f (4) Bed and Br
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Tue Mar 3, 2026
Planning Commission Meeting
Planning Commission to hear kayak business application
The Planning Commission will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing regarding a conditional use application for a business at 654 SE Fort Island Trail. The commission will also address standard procedural items and citizen input.
- Application PSU25-0002: Conditional Use Application for kayak storage, rentals, and sales at 654 SE Fort Island Trail
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NOTICE TO PUBLIC
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Planning Commission with respect to any matter considered at this
meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to provide that a verbatim record of the
proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section
286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical impairment should
contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 730 N Suncoast Blvd, Crystal River, FL 34429 (352) 795-4216, at
least two (2) days prior to the meeting.
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Planning Commission Agenda
July 3, 2025 - 5:30 p.m.
Terry Thompson- Chair
Richard Laxton- Vice Chair
Larry Schenavar
Deborah MacArthur Anderson
Karen Cunningham
Gregory Acker
Kristen Coble
Alternate 1 - Angie Piche
Alternate 2 – Kimberly Salter
Chuck Dixon – School Board*
1) Call to Order
2) Roll Call
3) Moment of Silence
4) Pledge of Allegiance
5) Adoption of Agenda
6) Approval of Minutes: June 5, 2025
7) Citizen Input: 3 minutes
8) Public Hearings:
a) Conduct a Quasi-Judicial Public Hearing for Application PSU25-0002 – 654 SE Fort Island Trail
A Conditional Use Application to allow for kayak storage, rentals, and sales as Recreation Outdoor to be
located within the Urban Center 1 Zone, pursuant to Section 5, Table 5.1 Uses by Zone, of the City of
Crystal River Commu
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Mon Mar 2, 2026
Planning Commission Meeting
Planning Commission to hear three zoning and variance requests
The Crystal River Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider three applications: a variance for a driveway width at 1433 SE 4th Avenue, a variance for a pool height and impervious surface ratio at 256 NW Magnolia Circle, and a zoning map amendment for 61.63 acres at 9520 W Fort Island Trail.
- Public hearing for variance request at 1433 SE 4th Avenue
- Public hearing for variance request at 256 NW Magnolia Circle
- Public hearing for zoning map amendment at 9520 W Fort Island Trail
- Approval of October 5, 2023, Planning Commission minutes
- Review of By Laws
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NOTICE TO PUBLIC
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Planning Commission with respect to any matter considered at this
meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to provide that a verbatim record of the
proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section
286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical impairment should
contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 123 N. W. Highway 19, Crystal River, FL 34428 (352) 795- 4216, at
least two (2) days prior to the meeting.
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Planning Commission Agenda Draft
November 2, 2023 - 5:30 p.m.
Daniel Grannan – Chair
Tonia Herring – Vice Chair
Richard Laxton
Deborah MacArthur Anderson
Karen Cunningham
Terry Thompson
Larry Schenavar
Alternate 1 – Gregory Acker
Alternate 2 – Kimberly Salter
Chuck Dixon – School Board*
1) Call to Order
2) Roll Call
3) Moment of Silence
4) Pledge of Allegiance
5) Adoption of Agenda
6) Approval of Minutes: October 5th, 2023
7) Organizational Meeting – Appoint Chair and Vice Chair
8) Citizen Input: 3 minutes
9) Public Hearings:
A.) Conduct a Quasi-Judicial Public Hearing for APPLICATION NO. PV23-0002 – WILLIAM NICELY, A Variance
request of the City of Crystal River Land Development Code (LDC) to allow for a residential access (driveway
apron) and driveway exceeding
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Mon Feb 23, 2026
City Council Meeting
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Joe Meek, Mayor
Chris
Ensing, Vice Mayor/Council Seat #3
Gabrielle Satchell, Council Seat #1
Mindi Hastings, Council Seat #2
Robert Holmes, Council Seat #5
Audra Curts-Whann, City Manager
Rob Batsel, City Attorney
Mia Fink, City Clerk
Agenda
Crystal River City Council Meeting
Regular Meeting Agenda
Monday, February 23, 2026 at
5:30 PM
Citrus County Welcome Center
1.
CALL TO ORDER
A. Roll Call
B. Invocation
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Recognition of Elected Officials in Attendance
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Governing Body with respect to any matter
considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to
provide that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence
upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical
impairment should contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 123 N.W. Highway 19,
Crystal River, Florida, 34428 (352) 795-4216, at least two (2) days before the meeting.
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Thu Feb 19, 2026
City Council Workshop
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Joe Meek, Mayor
Chris
Ensing, Vice Mayor/Council Seat #3
Gabrielle Satchell, Council Seat #1
Mindi Hastings, Council Seat #2
Robert Holmes, Council Seat #5
Audra Curts-Whann, City Manager
Rob Batsel, City Attorney
Mia Fink, City Clerk
Agenda
Crystal River City Council Meeting
Special Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at
1:00 PM
Citrus County Welcome Center
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3.
PRESENTATIONS
A.
2026 Goalsetting Discussion- Prioritization of Capital Projects
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Governing Body with respect to any matter
considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to
provide that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence
upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical
impairment should contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 123 N.W. Highway 19,
Crystal River, Florida, 34428 (352) 795-4216, at least two (2) days before the meeting.
GENERAL MEETING PROCEDURES
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Personal c
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Wed Feb 18, 2026
City Council Workshop
City Council to hold workshop on City Manager goals and evaluation
The Crystal River City Council will meet for a special session to conduct a workshop. The primary focus of the meeting is the City Manager's goals and the process for evaluation.
- City Manager Goals and Evaluation Process Workshop
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Joe Meek, Mayor
Chris
Ensing, Vice Mayor/Council Seat #3
Gabrielle Satchell, Council Seat #1
Mindi Hastings, Council Seat #2
Robert Holmes, Council Seat #5
Audra Curts-Whann, City Manager
Rob Batsel, City Attorney
Mia Fink, City Clerk
Agenda
Crystal River City Council Meeting
Special Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Citrus County Welcome Center
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3.
PRESENTATIONS
A.
City Manager Goals and Evaluation Process Workshop
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Governing Body with respect to any matter
considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to
provide that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence
upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical
impairment should contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 123 N.W. Highway 19,
Crystal River, Florida, 34428 (352) 795-4216, at least two (2) days before the meeting.
GENERAL MEETING PROCEDURES
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Personal comments/rema
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Mon Feb 9, 2026
City Council Meeting
City Council to discuss City Manager probation status
The Crystal River City Council will meet to discuss the probation status of the City Manager. The body will also consider authorizing staff to accept cost estimates for stormwater drainage clearing.
- Authorization of Daly & Zilch cost estimates for Bid No. 25-B-05 "Stormwater Drainage Clearing Areas"
- Discussion regarding City Manager probation status
- Setting of two public hearings for September 14 and September 28, 2026, regarding FY 2027 Budget adoption
- CCSO Quarterly Report presentation
- CRFD Quarterly Report presentation
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Joe Meek, Mayor
Chris
Ensing, Vice Mayor/Council Seat #3
Gabrielle Satchell, Council Seat #1
Mindi Hastings, Council Seat #2
Robert Holmes, Council Seat #5
Audra Curts-Whann, City Manager
Rob Batsel, City Attorney
Mia Fink, City Clerk
Agenda
Crystal River City Council Meeting
Regular Meeting Agenda
Monday, February
9, 2026 at
5:30 PM
Citrus County Welcome Center
1.
CALL TO ORDER
A. Roll Call
B. Invocation
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Recognition of Elected Officials in Attendance
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Governing Body with respect to any matter
considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to
provide that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence
upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical
impairment should contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 123 N.W. Highway 19,
Crystal River, Florida, 34428 (352) 795-4216, at least two (2) days before the meeting.
GENERAL MEETING PROCEDURES
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Mon Jan 26, 2026
City Council Meeting
City Council holds public hearing on Ordinance 26-O-2 to amend Comprehensive Plan
The Crystal River City Council will conduct a public hearing on Ordinance 26-O-2, a text amendment to the Comprehensive Plan that provides a transition period for property owners who relied on the prior Land Development Code. The council will also consider several consent agenda items, including approval of minutes from the Jan 12, 2026 meeting, a December departmental report, scheduling a Feb 17, 2026 workshop, appointments to Planning Commission Seat 7 and an alternate seat, updates to the Human Resources Policy Manual, and an addendum to franchise agreements for paddle‑craft vendors at Kings Bay Park. At the meeting’s end, council members will vote on 2026 committee assignments.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 26-O-2 (text amendment to the Comprehensive Plan)
- Motion to approve minutes of the City Council meeting held Jan 12, 2026
- Motion to schedule a City Council workshop on Feb 17, 2026 at 1:00 p.m.
- Motion to accept resignation of Gregory Acker (Planning Commission Seat 7) and appoint Charlie Kish and Scott Davis to alternate seats
- Motion to approve addendum to franchise agreements for paddle‑craft vendors (Hunter Springs Kayaks, Manatee Paddle, Get Up and Go, Waters Edge Adventures) at Kings Bay Park
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Joe Meek, Mayor
Chris
Ensing, Vice Mayor/Council Seat #3
Gabrielle Satchell, Council Seat #1
Mindi Hastings, Council Seat #2
Robert Holmes, Council Seat #5
Audra Curts-Whann, City Manager
Rob Batsel, City Attorney
Mia Fink, City Clerk
Agenda
Crystal River City Council Meeting
Regular Meeting Agenda
Monday, January 26, 2026 at
5:30 PM
Citrus County Welcome Center
1.
CALL TO ORDER
A. Roll Call
B. Invocation
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Recognition of Elected Officials in Attendance
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Governing Body with respect to any matter
considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to
provide that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence
upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical
impairment should contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 123 N.W. Highway 19,
Crystal River, Florida, 34428 (352) 795-4216, at least two (2) days before the meeting.
GENERAL MEETING PROCEDURES
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Please turn cell phones off, or place on vibrate. If you must make a call, please step out into the
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If you must speak to someone in the audience, please speak softly or go out into the hallway.
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Mon Jan 12, 2026
City Council Meeting
Council will consider authorizing a $1,009,640 contract for the Government Center project
The City Council will consider several actions, including a motion to authorize a $1,009,640 contract with Monarch Design Group for the Crystal River Government Center project. Other items include a $67,500 bus purchase, public hearings on land‑use map amendments for 9.20 acres at 41 NE and 109 NE Crystal Street, and adoption of a Comprehensive Plan amendment for a transition period. The council will also swear in Mindi Hastings as interim member, approve the consent agenda, and elect a Vice Mayor.
- Motion to authorize a $1,009,640 contract with Monarch Design Group for the Government Center project
- Motion to purchase a 2017 Starcraft Allstar 24+2 Bus for $67,500 from Model 1 Commercial Vehicles, Inc.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 25-O-15 and 25-O-16 to amend the Future Land Use Map and Official Zoning Map for 9.20 acres at 41 NE Crystal St. and 109 NE Crystal St.
- Introduction of Ordinance 26-O-2 to amend the Comprehensive Plan for a transition period for property owners
- Swearing in of Mindi Hastings as Interim Council member, Seat No. 2
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Joe Meek, Mayor
Robert Holmes, Vice Mayor/Council Seat #5
Gabrielle Satchell, Council Seat #1
Mindi Hastings, Council Seat #2
Chris
Ensing, Council Seat #3
Audra Curts-Whann, City Manager
Rob Batsel, City Attorney
Mia Fink, City Clerk
Agenda
Crystal River City Council Meeting
Regular Meeting Agenda
Monday, January 12, 2026 at
5:30 PM
Citrus County Welcome Center
1.
CALL TO ORDER
A. Roll Call
B. Invocation
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Recognition of Elected Officials in Attendance
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Governing Body with respect to any matter
considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to
provide that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence
upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes)
Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical
impairment should contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 123 N.W. Highway 19,
Crystal River, Florida, 34428 (352) 795-4216, at least two (2) days before the meeting.
GENERAL MEETING PROCEDURES
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In consideration of others, we ask that you follow a few basic rules:
A
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Please turn cell phones off, or place on vibrate. If you must make a call, please step out into the
hallway.
B
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If you must speak to someone in the audience, please speak softly or go out into the hallway.
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