Crystal River public meetings in 2024
25 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold public hearings on a large-scale amendment to the Future Land Use Element and a new Community Development Code. The body will also consider several fire equipment purchases and land use changes for specific properties.
- Public hearing for Ordinance No. 24-O-04 and 24-O-14 regarding large-scale land use and zoning map amendments
- Purchase of a Fouts Brothers Attack Truck for $344,520.00 using ARPA funding
- Purchase of an E-One Aerial Ladder Truck for $1,324,864
- Transfer of $325,000 from reserves for the 579 Demolition project
- Proposed rezoning of 14.57 acres at 4264 N Tallahassee Road to Industrial
City Council Meeting
The Crystal River City Council will vote on a resolution to allocate $6,899,546.59 from various funds for FY2025 roll‑forward funding. The meeting also includes approval of the October 28 minutes, an interlocal agreement with Citrus County for bulk water and sewer, and a discussion on demolition services. Public input will be taken at the start and end of the meeting.
- Resolution No. 25‑R‑03 allocating $6,899,546.59 for FY2025 roll‑forward funding
- Motion to approve an interlocal agreement with Citrus County for bulk water and sewer
- Approval of minutes from the October 28, 2024 City Council meeting
- Discussion and consensus regarding demolition services
- Public input periods (3‑minute and 5‑minute) at the beginning and end of the meeting
CRA meeting
The Community Redevelopment Agency will meet to conduct regular business. The agenda includes a status update on Crystal River Main Street and the approval of minutes from the July 8, 2024 meeting.
- Approval of July 8, 2024 meeting minutes
- Crystal River Main Street update
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold public hearings on ordinances to amend the Future Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan and adopt a new Community Development Code and Zoning Map. The City Manager will also provide updates on recovery efforts for Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
- Ordinance No. 24-O-04: Amendment of the Future Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan
- Ordinance No. 24-O-14: Adoption of a new Appendix A - Community Development Code and Official Zoning Map
- Resolution No. 25-R-01: Extension of the local emergency declaration due to Hurricane Helene
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold public hearings to adopt the final FY2024/2025 budget, the Community Redevelopment Agency budget, and a final millage rate of 6.59 mills. The body will also consider the annexation and rezoning of a 0.39-acre property at 3558 N Citrus Ave.
- Resolution No. 24-R-23: Final T.R.I.M. rate of 6.59 mills for FY2024/2025
- Resolution No. 24-R-24: Final FY2024/2025 Budget
- Resolution No. 24-R-25: Final FY2024/2025 Community Redevelopment Agency Budget
- State Lobbying Services Agreement with The Southern Group for $50,000.00
- Ordinance 24-O-10: Voluntary annexation of 0.39 acres at 3558 N Citrus Ave
City Council Meeting- Budget Hearing
The City Council is holding public hearings to adopt tentative budgets and a tax rate for the 2024/2025 fiscal year. Final adoption dates for these items are scheduled for September 23, 2024.
- Resolution No. 24-R-23: Tentative T.R.I.M. rate of 6.59 mills for FY2024/2025
- Resolution No. 24-R-24: Tentative Budget for FY2024/2025
- Resolution No. 24-R-25: Tentative Community Redevelopment Agency Budget for FY2024/2025
City Council Meeting
The Crystal River City Council will meet to discuss the purchase of a property for a temporary City Hall and potential changes to the city fee schedule. The council will also address the City Manager recruitment process and a sewer expansion project rate resolution.
- Purchase of 255 SE 7th Avenue for $1,539,000.00 for a temporary City Hall
- Public hearing on Resolution No. 24-R-27 to amend Building Permit and Visitor Services fees
- Resolution No. 24-R-26 regarding Indian Waters, Phase I Sewer Expansion Project annual rates
- Memorandum from Colin, Baezinger & Associates regarding City Manager recruitment
CRA meeting
The Crystal River Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to approve June 2024 minutes, review its annual report, and discuss a potential downtown land purchase. The agenda also includes public input periods and board member comments.
- Approval of June 10, 2024 meeting minutes
- Presentation of the CRA Annual Report
- Discussion on a potential land purchase in downtown Crystal River
- Public input sessions with three-minute and five-minute time limits
City Council Meeting
The Crystal River City Council will review updates on the Kings Bay Restoration Project and the FY2023 financial audit, approve routine administrative items, and hold public hearings on property tax rates, zoning changes for a waterfront parcel at 447 SW 1st Place, and updated noise enforcement procedures. These actions determine local property tax assessment levels, update neighborhood quiet standards, and set commercial development rules for a specific waterfront address. The council will also consider authorizing fee negotiations with Monarch Design Group for the City Government Center Project Phase I.
- Public hearing on Resolution No. 24-R-23 setting the tentative T.R.I.M. property tax rate at 6.59 mills and scheduling September hearing dates
- First readings of ordinances rezoning 0.16 acres at 447 SW 1st Place (owned by Frye One Petes Pier LLC) from residential waterfront to waterfront commercial, with a public hearing set for August 12
- First reading of Ordinance 24-O-08 updating noise enforcement procedures, definitions, and citation rules across the city, with a public hearing on August 12
- Consent agenda approval for Revision No. 1 to FEMA Disaster Recovery Grant Agreement DR-4734 for Hurricane Idalia recovery efforts
- Motion to authorize fee negotiations with Monarch Design Group for architectural services related to the Crystal River Government Center Project, Phase I
CRA meeting
The Community Redevelopment Agency will receive an update on the Crystal River Main Street Historic Preservation Survey. The meeting also includes a general update on CRA projects.
- Crystal River Main Street Historic Preservation Survey Update
- CRA Project Update
City Council Meeting
The Crystal River City Council will meet to conduct regular business, including the approval of May meeting minutes and departmental reports. The agenda includes a discussion regarding an amendment to the service agreement with U.S. Water.
- Discussion regarding amendment to service agreement with U.S. Water
- Approval of May 28, 2024, meeting minutes
- Review of Monthly Departmental Report Summary for May
City Council Meeting
The Crystal River City Council will meet to consider several financial and public safety matters. Items include ratifying previous funding transfers, approving school traffic control, and reviewing an enhanced law enforcement services agreement.
- Ratification of Resolution No. 24-R-22 for $239,359 in funding transfers
- Agreement with Citrus County Sheriff’s Office for School Traffic Control ($23,093.55)
- Interlocal Agreement for Enhanced Law Enforcement Services ($1,343,121.00)
- Road closure request for the 2024 4th of July Celebration
- Citrus County Sheriff's Office Quarterly Report
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider a $491,000 professional services agreement for the Crystal River Stormwater Master Plan Project. Additionally, the Mayor may be authorized to execute a brokerage relationship disclosure to search for a temporary City Hall location.
- Kimley Horn Professional Services IPO No. 33 for $491,000 for the Crystal River Stormwater Master Plan Project
- Authorization of the Mayor to execute a brokerage relationship disclosure for a temporary City Hall location
- Revisions to the City Council Policy Manual
- National Safe Boating Week presentation
- Mental Health Awareness Month Proclamation
FY24-25 Budget Workshop No. 1
The Crystal River City Council will present and discuss the FY2025 draft budget. The provided agenda does not list specific dollar amounts, tax adjustments, or policy changes for this workshop. Residents may submit public input during the scheduled session.
- FY2025 draft budget presentation and council discussion
- Public input session scheduled following council review
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider accepting two state funding awards for water infrastructure projects. Additionally, the council will review a contract to begin an executive search for a new City Manager.
- $12,766,895.00 FDEP award for Crystal River WWTF Nutrient Reduction Improvements Project
- $2,000,000.00 FDEP award for Stormwater System Inventory and Improvements Project
- Contract for City Manager Executive Search Services with Bakertilly for $27,950.00
CRA meeting
The Community Redevelopment Agency will conduct a regular meeting including a presentation on Crystal River Main Street. The agenda includes the approval of minutes from the January 8, 2024, meeting and updates on CRA projects.
- Crystal River Main Street update presentation
- Approval of January 8, 2024, meeting minutes
- CRA Project Updates
City Council Meeting
The City Council will conduct a regular meeting including a Minority Health Month proclamation and the approval of a ground lease. The agenda also includes updates regarding Three Sisters Springs and hazard mitigation grants.
- Ground Lease for Tower Site and Residence agreement with Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
- Minority Health Month Proclamation
- Three Sisters Springs Visitor Center Post-Season Review
- Hazard Mitigation Grant Program Update
- Authorization for the Mayor to execute an 'Agreement and Release'
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the city's building permit fee schedule. Additionally, the council will consider a contract for the 1st Street Parking Lot Project.
- Public hearing for Resolution No. 24-R-20 to amend Building Permit Fees
- Kimley Horn Construction Services IPO No. 28 for $28,000.00 (1st Street Parking Lot Project)
- Water Conservation Month Proclamation
- Revisions to Council member Committee Assignments
City Council Meeting
The Crystal River City Council will meet to conduct regular business, including proclamations for Brain Awareness Week and Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. The council will also discuss a land lease regarding the Boys and Girls Club.
- Brain Awareness Week Proclamation
- Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month Proclamation
- Authorization of sub application for Flood Mitigation Assistance SWIFT Current funding
- Discussion regarding Boys and Girls Club Land Lease
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider a public workshop regarding the Draft Community Development Code. The meeting includes a final reading of an ordinance to prohibit medical marijuana dispensing facilities and discussions on interim city manager compensation.
- Public workshop for Stringfellow Planning & Design's Draft Community Development Code
- Final reading of Ordinance No. 24-O-01 regarding the prohibition of medical marijuana dispensing facilities
- Discussion of City Manager recruitment options and compensation adjustment for Interim City Manager
- Two Task Orders with AtkinsRealis for FEMA Hazard Mitigation and Public Assistance Programs
- Amendment to the Emergency Agreement between the City and E.P. Consultants, Inc.
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider ordinances regarding a prohibition on medical marijuana dispensing facilities and land use amendments for property at 3607 N Citrus Avenue. The meeting also includes discussions on city manager recruitment and various administrative approvals.
- Ordinance 24-O-01: Prohibition of medical marijuana dispensing facilities
- Ordinance 24-O-02 & 24-O-03: Land use and zoning amendments for 3607 N Citrus Avenue
- Purchase of a replacement law enforcement watercraft for $42,526.68
- Contract award to Daly & Zilch for the NW 1st Parking Ave Lot Project up to $1,006,023.00
- Appropriation of $527,324.52 for the NW 1st Parking Ave Lot Project
Special City Council Meeting
The Crystal River City Council will meet on January 22, 2024, to conduct regular business. The agenda includes a motion to approve a separation and consulting agreement.
- Motion to approve Separation and Consulting Agreement
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning change for the Crystal River Mall property. Additionally, the council will consider ordinances related to land use changes at 3607 N Citrus Avenue and a prohibition on medical marijuana dispensing facilities.
- Public hearing for rezoning 67.43 acres at 1801 NW US Hwy 19 from High Intensity Commercial to Planned Unit Development
- Introduction of ordinance to amend future land use and zoning for 39 acres at 3607 N Citrus Avenue
- Introduction of ordinance to prohibit medical marijuana dispensing facilities
- Interlocal Agreement regarding the Fort Island Trail Boat Ramp project
- Resolution to appropriate $340,000.00 for HTG Hidden Lake, LLC
CRA Meeting
The Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to review administrative items and a proposed design contract. The agenda includes a motion to approve a design project for 5th Street.
- IPO No. 27 with Kimley Horn for 5th Street Streetscape Design up to $70,000.00
- Approval of December 11, 2023 meeting minutes
Council Meeting
The Crystal River City Council will meet to consider several administrative actions and city projects. Discussions include a funding request for the Hunter Springs Park Restroom project and a contract award for disaster recovery services.
- Contract award to AtkinsRealis for Disaster Recovery Services (Solicitation No. 23-RFP-08)
- TDC funding request for the Hunter Springs Park Restroom project
- Negotiations for parking lot improvements at Crystal Center
- Letter of support for TBRPC's Coastal Master Plan application
- Approval of the Employee of the Month Administrative Policy