Groveland public meetings in 2023

City Council

The Groveland City Council will consider approving the preliminary plat and a development agreement for Peachtree Hills, a 338.58-acre residential project with 357 single-family lots and 98 townhomes. The council will also vote on several consent agenda items, including solid waste fee schedules and police mutual aid agreements, and discuss transportation priorities for 2024.

• Resolution 2023-16: Peachtree Hills preliminary plat, 357 single-family lots and 98 townhomes on 338.58 acres
• Resolution 2023-77: Development agreement with Stanley Martin Homes, LLC for Peachtree Hills
• Resolution 2023-101: One-year extension to economic development agreement with Scannell Properties #480, LLC
• Resolution 2023-98: Adopting commercial solid waste fee schedule effective January 1, 2024
• Resolution 2023-105: Affirming transportation priorities for MPO's 2024 List of Priority Projects

Planning and Zoning (P&Z)

The Groveland Planning & Zoning Board will convene to approve prior meeting minutes, receive a presentation from Lake County Public Schools on facilities and planning, and discuss a landscape code update. The meeting is open to the public in person or virtually in watch/listen mode only.

• Approval of October 5, 2023 P&Z meeting minutes
• Lake County Public Schools update by Kelly Randall, Executive Director of Facilities & Planning
• Landscape Code Update presentation

City Council

The City Council held a workshop to review the current state of stormwater assets and the growing needs of the municipal system. The discussion focused on identifying funding gaps for maintenance, regulatory compliance, and capital improvement projects. The session outlined the need for better mapping of subdivision assets and alignment with the city's 'one water' strategy.

• Review of stormwater assets, including 1,160 drain manholes and 171,456 LF of drain pipe
• Identification of a funding gap for stormwater management, personnel, and capital improvements
• Discussion of FY2023 stormwater program expenditures totaling $350,100
• Review of the $1,315,419 General Fund for Streets and Stormwater
• Reference to Resolution 2023-26 regarding a Stormwater Feasibility Study

City Council

The Groveland City Council will vote on several items, including a second reading of an ordinance to add a 10% public service tax on water service, a resolution to invite officials from Powiat Otwocki, Poland to a Sister City agreement, and two resolutions extending timelines for economic development agreements with Groveland Property Investments LLC and Scannell Properties #480 LLC. The council will also make appointments to the Recreation Advisory Committee. The meeting includes a consent agenda for routine items and public comment.

• Ordinance 2023-38: second reading to add 10% public service tax on water service, effective March 1, 2024, with anticipated revenue of $221,000
• Resolution 2023-102: authorizing invitation to Powiat Otwocki, Poland for Sister City agreement
• Resolution 2023-100: approving six-month extension for Groveland Property Investments LLC construction start
• Resolution 2023-101: approving one-year extension for Scannell Properties #480 LLC project timeline
• Appointments to the Recreation Advisory Committee (RAC)

City Council

The Groveland City Council is holding a workshop on December 4, 2023, with a single agenda item: Groveland Stormwater Needs. This is a discussion-only meeting; no formal votes are scheduled. Public comments will be taken in person, with virtual attendance available in watch/listen mode only.

• Discussion of Groveland Stormwater Needs

Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)

The Groveland Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Board will consider approving two resolutions: one to fund a $30,000 award to Brigmond Construction, Inc. under the Missing Middle Housing Impact Fee Incentive Program, and another to approve a scope of services and rate schedule for GAI's CRA Coordinator services. The board will also receive informational updates on electric vehicle charging, CRA projects, and a visioning retreat. The meeting includes a consent agenda for routine items and public comment.

• Resolution 2023-99: Approving GAI Continuing Services Agreement and rate schedule for CRA Coordinator services
• Resolution 2023-96: Approving $30,000 CRA-funded award to Brigmond Construction, Inc. for Missing Middle Housing Impact Fee Incentive Program
• Information item: Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Update
• Information item: CRA Project Updates
• Information item: CRA Visioning Retreat

City Council

The Groveland City Council is meeting to consider several items, including a first reading of an ordinance to add a public service tax on water service, a resolution to increase residential solid waste fees, and approval of the Peachtree Hills preliminary plat and development agreement. The consent agenda includes budget amendments and a resolution to create the GROVE Redevelopment Area as a Brownfield. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of unopposed council members and the appointment of a Vice Mayor.

• Ordinance 2023-38: First reading to amend Section 70-70 to include collection of public service tax on water service
• Resolution 2023-97: Increase residential solid waste fees effective Jan 1, 2024, per franchise agreement with Waste Connections of Florida, Inc.
• Resolution 2023-16: Preliminary plat approval for Peachtree Hills, 357 single-family lots and 98 townhomes on 338.58 acres
• Resolution 2023-772: Development agreement with Stanley Martin Homes, LLC for Peachtree Hills
• Resolution 2023-90: Creating the GROVE Redevelopment Area as a Brownfield Area within the CRA

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop with a single agenda item: master planning for the Groveland Adventure Park. This is a discussion session, not a voting meeting, and no decisions or ordinances are on the agenda.

• Groveland Adventure Park master planning discussion

Recreation Advisory Committee (RAC)

The Groveland Recreation Advisory Committee will meet to consider approving the October 10, 2023 meeting minutes, receive updates on the Capital Improvement Plan and park projects (Cherry Lake Park, South Lake Regional Park), and make a recommendation for the Christmas Parade Grand Marshal. The agenda also includes a report on the Elese Tomlin Community Center and committee member reports.

• Approval of October 10, 2023 RAC meeting minutes
• Capital Improvement Plan (FY24) update
• Cherry Lake Park update
• South Lake Regional Park update
• Christmas Parade Grand Marshal recommendation

City Council

The Groveland City Council is meeting to consider consent agenda items including a $18.8 million state revolving fund loan for wastewater construction, a $265,000 service line inventory agreement, and several annexation and rezoning ordinances. New business includes preliminary plat approval and a development agreement for the Peachtree Hills residential community, plus budget amendments and creation of a brownfield redevelopment area.

• Resolution 2023-95: $18,800,000 SRF loan for wastewater capital projects (WW35061)
• Resolution 2023-94: $200,000 SRF loan for wastewater planning (WW35065)
• Resolution 2023-16: Peachtree Hills preliminary plat (357 single-family lots, 98 townhomes)
• Ordinance 2023-36: Rezone 0.14 acres from Lake County R-6 to City R3 (ER Waite)
• Ordinance 2023-37: Rezone 37.98 acres from Village Center to Village Core (Deacon Lake)

Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)

The Groveland Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Governing Board will hold a regular meeting on October 23, 2023. The main action item is approval of Resolution 2023-86, a FY 2023-24 roll forward budget amendment. The consent agenda includes approval of the September 25, 2023 meeting minutes. No old business is listed.

• Resolution 2023-86: FY 2023-24 CRA Roll Forward Budget Amendment
• Approval of September 25, 2023 CRA Governing Board Meeting Minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider a $2,000,000 bank loan for water and sewer utility improvements. They will also discuss the Peachtree Hills residential development and several land use changes.

• Resolution 2023-81: $2,000,000 tax-exempt bank loan for water and sewer utility capital improvements
• Resolution 2023-16: Preliminary plat approval for Peachtree Hills (357 single-family lots and 98 townhomes)
• Resolution 2023-77: Development agreement with Stanley Martin Homes, LLC for Peachtree Hills
• Ordinance 2023-34, 35, & 36: Annexation and rezoning of 0.14 acres for ER Waite Management, Inc.
• Ordinance 2023-37: Rezoning of 37.98 acres from Village Center to Village Core for Egybros, LLC

Recreation Advisory Committee (RAC)

The Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss Christmas parade judging and review the FY23-24 Capital Improvement Plan. The committee will also receive updates on the 2023 calendar of events and reports from the Elese Tomlin Community Center.

• Discussion of Christmas Parade judging
• Review of FY23-24 Capital Improvement Plan
• 2023 Calendar of Events presentation
• Elese Tomlin Community Center monthly report

Planning and Zoning (P&Z)

The Groveland Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public meeting on October 5, 2023, to consider four ordinances: the annexation of 0.14 acres owned by E.R. Waite, a related comprehensive plan amendment, a rezoning for the same property, and a rezoning for Deacon Lake. The board will also approve minutes from the September 7, 2023 meeting. Public comments can be submitted by email before 10 a.m. on the meeting date.

• Ordinance 2023-34: Annexation of 0.14 acres (Parcel ID 01-22-24-4200-052-00006) owned by E.R. Waite Management, Inc.
• Ordinance 2023-35: Comprehensive Plan Amendment for the E.R. Waite property
• Ordinance 2023-36: Rezoning of the E.R. Waite property
• Ordinance 2023-37: Deacon Lake Rezoning
• Approval of minutes from September 7, 2023 P&Z meeting

Stormwater Ad Hoc Advisory Committee

The Groveland Stormwater Ad Hoc Advisory Committee will review an updated rate analysis and preliminary recommendations for a proposed stormwater utility, including rate structure, credit and billing policies, and a draft ordinance. The committee will also discuss next steps and public messaging. This is a working session; no final decisions are expected.

• Review of updated rate analysis and preliminary recommendations
• Review of stormwater utility rate structure, credit and billing policies
• Draft stormwater utility ordinance review
• Public messaging and engagement update
• Approval of meeting minutes from August 17, August 31, and September 14, 2023

Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)

The Groveland Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Governing Board will meet to consider terminating anchor tenant agreements with Chefing it Up Pizza and Royal Attraction Nutrition, and will receive updates on the GROVE Redevelopment Area and economic incentive programs. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes from prior meetings. Public comment is allowed.

• Termination of Anchor Tenant Agreement with Chefing it Up Pizza
• Termination of Anchor Tenant Agreement with Royal Attraction Nutrition
• GROVE Redevelopment Area Open Forum Update
• Economic Incentive Programs information item
• Consent agenda: June 26, July 17, and August 28, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Groveland City Council is holding its final public budget hearing to adopt the FY2024 millage rate and budget. The proposed millage rate is 5.5000 per $1,000 valuation, which is an 11.61% increase over the rolled-back rate, and would generate $10,816,064 in property tax revenue. The total FY2024 budget is $156,460,758, with significant allocations for utility projects and capital improvements. Public comments will be taken during the hearing.

• Ordinance 2023-32: Adopt final millage rate of 5.5000 per $1,000 for FY2024 (second reading)
• Ordinance 2023-33: Adopt FY2024 budget of $156,460,758 (second reading)
• Budget includes $51,335,302 for Sampey WWTF Construction Project
• Budget includes $9,267,643 for Water Meter/Water Line Construction Project
• Budget includes $4,250,000 for Cherry Lake Park Construction Fund

City Council

The Groveland City Council will consider approving a $6.5 million state grant for wastewater improvements at the Sampey Wastewater Treatment Plant, a $253,849 contract for a reclaimed water pump system, and a first-reading ordinance updating procedures for declaring local states of emergency. The agenda also includes a proclamation for National Ballroom Dance Week and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Resolution 2023-67: $6,500,000 state grant for Sampey WWTP wastewater improvements
• Resolution 2023-66: $253,849.48 contract with Sullivan Electric and Pump for Crystal Lake-Waterside Pointe reclaim system
• Ordinance 2023-31: First reading to amend emergency declaration procedures
• Resolution 2023-69: First amendment to lease at 146 Broad Street (5-year extension, rent credit for roof repairs)
• Proclamation: National Ballroom Dance Week (Sept 16-25, 2023)

Stormwater Ad Hoc Advisory Committee

The Stormwater Ad Hoc Advisory Committee will review a recap of previous meetings, hear a presentation on updated rate analysis and preliminary recommendations, and discuss future agenda topics. The meeting is open to the public in person or virtually in watch/listen mode only.

• Review of August 17 and August 31, 2023 meeting minutes
• Presentation on updated rate analysis including additional stormwater utility rate structure scenarios
• Discussion of additional credit policy considerations and preliminary rates for property types
• Draft stormwater utility ordinance review
• Public messaging and engagement update

City Council

The Groveland City Council is holding the first public budget hearing to consider two ordinances: one setting the FY2024 millage rate at 5.6900 mills, and one adopting the $156,396,576 FY2024 budget. The millage rate represents a 15.47% increase over the rolled-back rate and is expected to generate $11,189,710 in property tax revenue. The budget includes funds for major projects such as the Sampey WWTF construction and Cherry Lake Park.

• Ordinance 2023-32: sets FY2024 millage rate at 5.6900 per $1,000 valuation, a 15.47% increase over rolled-back rate
• Ordinance 2023-33: adopts FY2024 budget of $156,396,576
• Budget includes $51,335,302 for Sampey WWTF Construction Project
• Budget includes $4,250,000 for Cherry Lake Park Construction Fund
• General Fund budget is $28,780,791

Recreation Advisory Committee (RAC)

The committee approved the Consent Agenda items from the June 13 and July 11 meetings, with all members voting aye. A motion to add the Christmas theme "Christmas Toyland in Groveland" passed unanimously. The committee also approved adding several events—including a Day of Remembrance for 9/11, a July 29 Challenged Champions and Heroes proclamation, and Vietnam War Veteran's Day on March 29—to the 2024 Calendar of Events, with all members voting aye.

• Approved Consent Agenda from June 13, 2023 (all aye)
• Approved Consent Agenda from July 11, 2023 (all aye)
• Approved Christmas theme "Christmas Toyland in Groveland" (all aye)
• Approved additions to 2024 Calendar of Events (all aye)

Planning and Zoning (P&Z)

The Groveland Planning & Zoning Board will consider recommending approval of three items: a rezoning for Groveland Square West, a preliminary plat for Groveland Square Townhomes, and a major update to the Community Development Code. The board will also hear a presentation from Lake County Public Schools. The meeting includes approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Ordinance 2023-30: Rezone 23.86 acres at SR 19 from Town Edge to Town Core for Groveland Square West (owner: Groveland SR 19 LLC)
• Resolution 2023-63: Preliminary plat for Groveland Square Townhomes
• Ordinance 2023-20: Community Development Code Update Version 4
• Presentation: Lake County Public Schools update by Kelly Randall, AICP
• Consent agenda: Approve minutes from June 1, July 13, and August 3, 2023 meetings

The Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval for a comprehensive update to the Community Development Code. The board also approved a rezoning request for Groveland Square West and a preliminary plat for Groveland Square Townhomes.

• Approved minutes from June 1, July 13, and August 3, 2023 (All aye)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 2023-30 to change zoning from Town Edge to Town Core for Groveland Square West (All aye)
• Recommended approval of Resolution 2023-63 for Groveland Square Townhomes Preliminary Plat (All aye)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 2023-20 (referenced as 2023-25 in motion) for Community Development Code Update Version 4 (All aye)

City Council

The City Council approved a state grant for wastewater improvements and a contract for a new surface water pump station. Council also extended a lease for the City Hall Annex and appointed a new member to the CRA Board.

• Approved $6.5M grant for Sampey Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved $253,849.48 contract with Sullivan Electric and Pump, Inc. for Crystal Lake-Waterside Pointe Reclaim System (Unanimous)
• Approved lease extension through 2030 for 146 Broad Street with Mohamed Hassan (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-31 regarding local state of emergency procedures (Unanimous)
• Appointed Matthew Baumann to the CRA Board to fill an unexpired term (Unanimous)
• Approved August 7 and August 21, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Stormwater Ad Hoc Advisory Committee

The Stormwater Ad Hoc Advisory Committee will review a recap of previous meeting information and hear a presentation on rate structure analysis, rate policies, and a draft stormwater utility ordinance. The presentation includes updates on impervious area and property type analyses, rate scenarios, HOA/CDD/credit policies, preliminary rates, and public messaging. The committee will also discuss future agenda topics. This is a working session with no final decisions expected.

• Review of August 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Presentation on stormwater utility rate structure scenarios
• Discussion of HOA, CDD, and credit policies
• Preliminary stormwater rates
• Draft stormwater utility ordinance

Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)

The Groveland Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Governing Board is meeting to consider adopting Resolution 2023-60, which approves the FY 2023-24 budget. The proposed budget includes an increment tax increase of $276,680 due to higher property values, and program expenses of $1,159,889, which is 88% of the budget. The board will also hear public comments and conduct routine procedural items.

• Resolution 2023-60 adopting FY 2023-24 CRA budget
• Increment tax increase of $276,680 from 14% (original CRA) and 13% (expanded CRA) property value growth
• Capital projects: Streetscape Phase III ($450,000), Downtown Lighting ($156,000), Lake David Trail ($30,000), Wayfinding Signage ($36,000), EV Charging Stations ($41,000), Elese Tomlin Empowerment Center ($98,745)
• $133,144 transfer to Debt Service Fund for State Road 50 re-alignment project interest
• $90,000 for economic incentives, $60,000 for façade grants, $25,000 for streetscape maintenance

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board approved Resolution 2023-60 to adopt the budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2023. The budget includes funding for streetscape projects, downtown lighting, and EV charging stations.

• Approved Resolution 2023-60 adopting the FY 2023-2024 CRA Budget (unanimous)

City Council

The Groveland City Council is meeting to consider several routine items on the consent agenda, including an amended agreement with the Lake County School Board for school resource officers and a crossing guard, acceptance of the FY2021-22 financial audit, a mid-year budget amendment, and an ordinance waiving impact fees for downtown Missing Middle Housing. No old or new business is listed.

• Resolution 2023-62: Approve amended School Resource Officer Program agreement with Lake County School Board for 2023-2024, funded at $305,843.00
• Resolution 2023-61: Accept FY2021-22 financial audit
• Ordinance 2023-28: FY 2022-2023 Mid-Year Budget Amendment (second reading)
• Ordinance 2023-29: Missing Middle Housing Impact Fee Waiver, up to $10,000 per dwelling unit (second reading)

The City Council approved a consent agenda including a budget amendment and a housing impact fee waiver. The council also formally accepted the FY2021-22 financial audit and renewed the School Resource Officer program agreement.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-29 to waive up to $10,000 in City impact fees per eligible dwelling unit for downtown Missing Middle Housing
• Approved Ordinance 2023-28 for the FY 2022-2023 Mid-Year Budget Amendment
• Approved Resolution 2023-61 accepting the FY2021-22 Financial Audit
• Approved Resolution 2023-62 for the School Resource Officer Program 2023-2024 agreement with the School Board of Lake County

Fire Assessment Advisory Citizen Review

The City of Groveland Fire Assessment Advisory Citizen Review Committee meeting scheduled for August 17, 2023, has been cancelled. The notice provides no further details or agenda items.

• Meeting cancelled
• Scheduled for August 17, 2023 at 2:00 p.m.
• Location: E.L. Puryear Building, 243 S. Lake Avenue, Groveland, FL

Stormwater Ad Hoc Advisory Committee

The Groveland Stormwater Ad Hoc Advisory Committee will review updated stormwater program costs and rate structure options, including level of service, responsibilities of HOAs/CDDs, and preliminary rate scenarios. They will also discuss future agenda topics. The meeting is open to the public, with virtual attendance in watch/listen mode only.

• Review of updated stormwater program costs and rate structure options
• Discussion of stormwater utility rate structure options and credits
• Review of HOA, CDD, and private property responsibilities
• Discussion of future agenda topics
• Approval of July 27, 2023 meeting minutes

Code Enforcement

The Groveland Code Enforcement Board will hold hearings on five cases of alleged property maintenance and permit violations, each involving an affidavit of non-compliance and a proposed order imposing a fine or lien. The board will also approve minutes from seven prior meetings. No new business or hearing requests are listed.

• 219 East Waldo Street: exterior maintenance and boarded-up building violations (CE2207-0016)
• 219 Waldo Street: exterior maintenance violation (CE2207-0017)
• 762 South Main Ave.: exterior maintenance and boarded-up building violations (CE2207-0024)
• 20390 U.S. Highway 27: multiple violations including work without permit, spray paint, dumpster disrepair, pool issues, and debris (CE2212-0023)
• 2016 Newtown Road: driveway altered without permit and screen enclosure without permit (CE2210-0024)

City Council

The Groveland City Council will consider approving the Rainwood preliminary plat for 437 residential lots, along with development agreements for Rainwood, The Island at Cherry Lake Village, and Springs at Cherry Lake Village. They will also hold a first reading of an ordinance to waive city impact fees for downtown Missing Middle Housing, and handle routine consent agenda items including minutes, grant awards, a drinking water loan, and policy changes.

• Resolution 2023-17: Rainwood Preliminary Plat – 437 residential lots on 132.724 acres
• Resolution 2023-54: Rainwood Development Agreement with Mattamy Orlando, LLC
• Resolution 2022-91: Island at Cherry Lake Village Development Agreement with Ladd Development Inc.
• Resolution 2022-96: Springs at Cherry Lake Village Development Agreement with L & D, LLC and Castle Management Partners
• Ordinance 2023-29: Missing Middle Housing Impact Fee Waiver – up to $10,000 per dwelling unit (first reading)

The City Council approved the preliminary plat and development agreement for the Rainwood residential project. Council also approved development agreements for The Island at Cherry Lake Village and Springs at Cherry Lake Village. Additionally, the council passed several resolutions regarding grants, loans, and city policy.

• Approved Rainwood Preliminary Plat for 437 residential lots (Unanimous)
• Approved Rainwood Development Agreement with Mattamy Orlando, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved The Island at Cherry Lake Village Development Agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved Springs at Cherry Lake Village Development Agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-50 granting Charm Grants to 8 organizations (Unanimous)
• Approved Drinking Water Revolving Fund Construction Loan Agreement DW350621 (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-58 to discontinue longevity raises for employees hired after the effective date (Unanimous)
• Approved amended legal services agreement with Law Office of Anita Geraci-Carver, P.A. (Unanimous)

Planning and Zoning (P&Z)

The Groveland Planning and Zoning Board is holding a workshop to discuss Version 4 of the Community Development Code update. This is a discussion item, not a final decision. The meeting includes roll call, the code update workshop, and closing comments from the public, board members, and staff.

• Community Development Code Update Version 4 workshop

The board did not have a quorum, and no official actions were taken. DeWayne Jones reviewed comments regarding Community Development Code v4 Ordinance 2Q23-20.

Stormwater Ad Hoc Advisory Committee

The Stormwater Ad Hoc Advisory Committee will review materials on stormwater management, hear a presentation on program needs and costs, and discuss future agenda topics. This continues their work on a feasibility study for a potential stormwater utility fee, with a report due to council by September 30, 2023.

• Review of 2022 Stormwater Utility Report by Florida Stormwater Association
• Review of Stormwater Utility 'Credit Backgrounder'
• Review of Environmental Resource Permit Applicant's Handbook (St. Johns River Water Management District)
• Review of EPA Stormwater Best Management Practices Fact Sheets
• Presentation: Stormwater Program Needs, Costs, and Priorities

City Council

The Groveland City Council is holding a special meeting to consider three items: a first reading of Ordinance 2023-28, a mid-year budget amendment for FY 2022-2023; Resolution 2023-56 approving organizational changes in several departments; and Resolution 2023-492 setting a not-to-exceed millage rate of 5.8000 for FY 2023-2024. The budget amendment includes significant increases in the General Fund, Fire Operations, and other funds, along with adjustments to various revenue and expenditure line items.

• Ordinance 2023-28: FY 2022-2023 Mid-Year Budget Amendment (First Reading) - increases General Fund budget by $4,164,423
• Resolution 2023-56: Approving revisions to organizational charts for Administration, Innovation & Technology, Parks & Community Services, Police, and Procurement departments
• Resolution 2023-492: Adopting a not-to-exceed millage rate of 5.8000 for FY 2023-2024 and setting public hearing date
• General Fund includes $1,617,334 for purchase of a ladder truck (formerly lease-purchase)
• Fire Operations Fund budget increased by $415,731, including $351,889 transfer from General Fund

The City Council approved a mid-year budget amendment for FY 2022-2023 and a not-to-exceed millage rate of 5.8000 for FY 2023-2024. Council also approved revisions to the city's organizational chart, including the creation of a Communications Department.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-28: FY 2022-2023 Mid-Year Budget Amendment — First Reading (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-56: Revisions to organizational charts and creation of Communications Department — First Reading (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-49: FY 2023-2024 Not-To-Exceed Millage Rate of 5.8000 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a budget workshop to discuss the FY 2023-2024 budget. The agenda includes new business on the budget, council discussion, and direction to staff. This is a discussion and planning session, not a final vote on the budget.

• FY 2023-2024 Budget discussion
• Council discussion on budget
• Direction to staff regarding budget

The City Council held a workshop to review the FY2024 General Fund Budget and discuss potential millage rate increases. No formal votes were taken; members debated whether to adopt a 5.8000 millage rate to ensure financial security and staff raises.

• Tabled decision on millage rate pending review of detailed line items
• Scheduled First Public Budget Hearing for September 13
• Scheduled Final Public Budget Hearing for September 25

Fire Assessment Advisory Citizen Review

The Fire Assessment Advisory Citizen Review Committee will review the 2023 Fire Department budget, consider hardship applications for residential and non-residential properties, and discuss cost allocation options with consultant Benesch. The committee advises the City Council on the fire assessment, which funds fire protection and basic life support services.

• Review of 2023 Fire Department Budget
• Review of hardship applications (residential and non-residential)
• Benesch Consultants to present options for cost allocations
• Approval of June 15, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Groveland City Council will consider a consent agenda with multiple resolutions and ordinances, including the annexation of Behr's Chocolate (29.163 acres), a related comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning, and a deferral of non-residential impact fees. The council will also vote on a mutual aid agreement with Orlando for law enforcement and an automatic aid agreement with Leesburg for fire services. A pilot project for on-street parking in Lexington Village is scheduled for old business.

• Ordinance 2023-24: Annex 29.163 acres for Behr's Chocolate (second reading)
• Ordinance 2023-25: Change future land use to Employment Center for Behr's Chocolate (second reading)
• Ordinance 2023-26: Rezone Behr's Chocolate to Light Industrial (second reading)
• Ordinance 2023-22: Defer non-residential impact fees until certificate of occupancy (second reading)
• Resolution 2023-51: Approve $300,000 Clean Water State Revolving Fund Planning Loan

The City Council approved the annexation of 29.163 acres for Behr’s Chocolate and rezoned the property to Light Industrial. The council also authorized a parking pilot project for Lexington Village and approved several mutual aid and loan agreements.

• Approved annexation of 29.163 acres for Behr’s Chocolate
• Approved rezoning of Behr’s Chocolate property to Light Industrial
• Approved Comprehensive Plan Amendment for Behr’s Chocolate property
• Approved Lexington Village On-Street Parking Pilot Project
• Approved $300,000 Clean Water State Revolving Fund Planning Loan
• Approved mutual aid agreements with City of Orlando (law enforcement) and City of Leesburg (fire/emergency)
• Approved lease amendment for 146 Broad Street (Mohamed Hassan)
• Approved awards to CPWG Constructors, Garney Companies, Oelrich Construction, and D.E. Scorpio Corporation

Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)

The Groveland Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) board is holding a budget workshop to review the proposed FY 2023-24 budget. The budget includes a $283,947 increase in increment tax revenue due to higher property values and a proposed millage rate of 5.8 mills. Administrative expenses are up 28% to $280,849, while program expenses are down 26% to $1,025,397. The board will discuss the budget before final adoption on August 28, 2023.

• Increment tax increase of $283,947 from $15.9M and $5.2M increases in taxable property values for Original and Expanded CRA
• Administrative expenses up 28% to $280,849, including $60,000 for CRA consultant John Jones
• Program expenses total $1,025,397, including $133,144 transfer to Debt Service Fund for State Road 50 re-alignment
• Capital projects: Streetscape Phase III $250,000, Downtown Lighting $156,000, Lake David Trail $30,000, Wayfinding Signage $36,000, EV Charging Stations $41,000, Elese Tomlin Empowerment Center $101,253
• Economic incentives $90,000, façade grants $60,000, maintenance of streetscape improvements $25,000

The Board held a budget workshop to review the proposed FY 2024 CRA budget. No formal votes or decisions were recorded; the meeting served as an information session on projected revenues, expenditures, and capital projects.

Stormwater Ad Hoc Advisory Committee

The Stormwater Ad Hoc Advisory Committee is meeting to organize itself and review a feasibility study on creating a stormwater utility. The committee will select a chair and vice chair, approve a meeting schedule, and discuss funding options, including a proposed $7 per month residential fee. This is the first working session after the City Council established the committee in April 2023.

• Review of Resolution 2023-26 establishing the committee to study a stormwater utility
• Presentation on stormwater funding mechanisms and utility fees
• Proposed $7/month fee per residential property, estimated $1.8M annual revenue
• 5-year capital improvement plan of approximately $10 million
• Selection of chair and vice chair

Recreation Advisory Committee (RAC)

The Groveland Recreation Advisory Committee will review the Parks, Recreation, Trails, and Open Space Master Plan (Section 3, pages 77-137), discuss the Capital Improvement Plan (FY23), and set a community meeting date for Ronald Sefton Gaffney Park. They will also consider approving the June 13, 2023 meeting minutes and receive updates on upcoming events and facility reports.

• Review of Parks, Recreation, Trails, and Open Space Master Plan, Section 3, pages 77-137
• Capital Improvement Plan (FY23) update, including projects like Cherry Lake Park Phase II ($4,300,000) and South Lake Regional Park Phase IA ($4,300,000)
• Ronald Sefton Gaffney Park community meeting date discussion
• Approval of June 13, 2023 RAC meeting minutes
• 2023 Calendar of Events update

The committee approved the minutes from the June 13, 2023, meeting. Staff provided updates on summer youth programs, park improvement projects, and the status of the Elese Tomlin Community Center.

• Approved June 13, 2023, RAC Meeting Minutes (5-1)

Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)

The Groveland Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) will hold a regular meeting to consider a mid-year budget amendment for FY 2022-23, a Missing Middle Housing Impact Fee Incentive Program, and receive updates on the Elese Tomlin Empowerment Center timeline, Brownfield Redevelopment Area designation, and the proposed FY 2023-24 CRA budget. The consent agenda includes approval of the May 22, 2023 meeting minutes. Public comment is limited to five minutes per person.

• Consideration of FY 2022-23 Mid-Year Budget Amendment
• Consideration of Missing Middle Housing Impact Fee Incentive Program
• Information item: Elese Tomlin Empowerment Center project timeline (completion expected Winter 2024)
• Information item: Brownfield Redevelopment Area designation
• Information item: FY 2023-24 Proposed CRA Budget

The Board approved a program to pay impact fees for multi-family housing in the Downtown area and adopted a mid-year budget amendment for FY 2022-2023. The Board also reached consensus to hold a public open house regarding a Brownfield Redevelopment Area designation.

• Approved May 22, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-47 Mid-Year Budget Amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Missing Middle Housing Impact Fee Incentive Program (unanimous)
• Reached consensus to move forward with a public open house for Brownfield Redevelopment Area Designation

City Council

The Groveland City Council will hold a regular meeting with several public hearings and first readings of ordinances. Key items include the annexation of Behr's Chocolate property, a comprehensive plan amendment, a rezoning, a right-of-way vacation, and a proposal to defer non-residential impact fees. The council will also consider consent agenda items, including a resolution to increase commercial solid waste fees and a wellfield protection ordinance.

• Ordinance 2023-24: Annex 29.163 acres for Behr's Chocolate (first reading)
• Ordinance 2023-25: Change future land use to Employment Center for Behr's Chocolate (first reading)
• Ordinance 2023-26: Rezone 29.163 acres to Light Industrial for Behr's Chocolate (first reading)
• Ordinance 2023-22: Defer non-residential impact fees until certificate of occupancy (first reading)
• Resolution 2023-45: Increase commercial solid waste fees due to provider costs

The City Council approved the first readings for the annexation, comprehensive plan amendment, and rezoning of 29.163 acres for Behr’s Chocolate. Other actions included increasing commercial solid waste fees and approving a wellfield protection zone ordinance. The Council also appointed five members to the Stormwater Advisory Committee.

• Approved Resolution 2023-44 accepting CanAm Palisades Quit Claim Deed (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-45 to increase commercial solid waste fees (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-9 regarding wellfield protection zones (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-24 for Behr’s Chocolate Annexation (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-25 for Behr’s Chocolate Comprehensive Plan Amendment (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-26 for Behr’s Chocolate Rezoning (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-21 to vacate rights of way in Cherry Lake Park (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-22 to defer non-residential impact fees until certificate of occupancy (Unanimous)

City Council

The Groveland City Council is holding a workshop to receive overviews of the Community & Economic Development Department and the City Clerk's Office. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is informational only.

• Overview of Community & Economic Development Department
• Overview of City Clerk's Office

The City Council conducted a workshop featuring presentations from the Community & Economic Development Department and the City Clerk's Office. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

Recreation Advisory Committee (RAC)

The Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss the Capital Improvement Plan (FY23) and review a presentation on proposed improvements to Ronald Sefton Gaffney Park, including a playground, trail, and kayak launch. The committee will also consider approving the May 9, 2023 meeting minutes and receive updates on upcoming events and the Elese Tomlin Center.

• Capital Improvement Plan (FY23) update
• Ronald Sefton Gaffney Park improvement presentation by Kimley-Horn
• Approval of May 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• 2023 Calendar of Events update
• Elese Tomlin Center report

Code Enforcement

The Groveland Code Enforcement Board will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and consider consenting to foreclosure on a property at 536 East Magnolia Street for an unpermitted outbuilding. No hearings or new hearing requests are scheduled.

• Consent to foreclose on 536 East Magnolia Street (Case CE2011-0029) for outbuilding without a permit
• Approval of minutes from Sept 2022, Nov 2022, Feb 2023, Mar 2023, Apr 2023 meetings

City Council

The Groveland City Council is holding a workshop to discuss a charter school proposal. The agenda contains only this single item, so the meeting is focused on this discussion rather than formal decisions.

• Charter school proposal discussion

The City Council held a workshop to discuss a Letter of Intent from Red Apple Development to build a charter school at Cherry Lake Park. Following presentations from Charter Schools USA and Kimley-Horn Planning & Design Engineering Consultants, the Council reached a consensus to proceed with the project.

• Reached consensus to continue moving forward with the proposed charter school project at Cherry Lake Park

City Council

The City Council approved a road transfer agreement with Lake County and authorized membership in Sister Cities International. The council also adopted a proclamation on diversity core values and passed several consent agenda items including building code amendments.

• Approved road transfer agreement with Lake County for Max Hooks Road and Montevista Loop Trail Segment (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-42 to become a Sister Cities International (SCI) Member (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation City of Groveland’s Diversity Core Values
• Approved May 19, 2023 City Council Workshop Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-43 authorizing Quit Claim Deed to Preserve at Sunrise Homeowners Association, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-23 local administrative amendments to Florida Building Code (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-27 changing application dates for Economic Hardship Assistance (unanimous)
• Continued Ordinance 2023-09 regarding wellfield protection zones to the next meeting

Planning and Zoning (P&Z)

The Groveland Planning & Zoning Board will consider recommending approval of several ordinances and a resolution, including vacating a right-of-way in Cherry Lake Park, annexing and rezoning the Behr's Chocolate property, deferring non-residential impact fees, and approving the Peachtree Hills preliminary plat. The board will also approve minutes from the April 6, 2023 meeting.

• Ordinance 2023-21: Vacate 24-foot right-of-way in Cherry Lake Park for Phase 2 construction
• Ordinance 2023-24/25/26: Annexation, comprehensive plan amendment, and rezoning for Behr's Chocolate
• Ordinance 2023-22: Deferral of non-residential impact fees to CO
• Resolution 2023-16: Peachtree Hills Preliminary Plat
• Consent agenda: Approval of April 6, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval for several ordinances, including the annexation and rezoning of the Behr's Chocolate property. The board also approved a preliminary plat for Peachtree Hills with specific conditions regarding traffic and maintenance. Additionally, a change to non-residential impact fee deferrals was recommended.

• Approved March 2, 2023 meeting minutes (All aye)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 2023-21 to vacate rights of way in Cherry Lake Park (All aye)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 2023-24 to annex 29.163 +/- acres for Behr's Chocolate (All aye)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 2023-25 to change Behr's Chocolate land use to Employment Center (All aye)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 2023-26 to rezone Behr's Chocolate to Light Industrial (All aye)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 2023-22 to defer non-residential impact fees until occupancy (All aye)
• Approved Resolution 2023-16 for Peachtree Hills preliminary plat with conditions on setbacks, traffic, and HOA maintenance (All aye)

Strategic Plan Committee

The Strategic Plan Committee is meeting to review the annual progress report and receive updates from focus groups on the city's strategic plan areas. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and public comments.

• Annual Progress Report by Tim Maslow
• Focus group updates on Informed and Engaged Community, Preservation and Conservation, Eco-agrarian Lifestyle, Community Livability, and Financial Health
• Approval of last meeting's minutes

Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)

The Groveland Community Redevelopment Agency board will meet to consider approving the March 27, 2023 meeting minutes and receive an information item on Downtown Capital Projects Updates. No old business is listed. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the downtown projects update.

• Approval of March 27, 2023 CRA Governing Board Meeting Minutes
• Information item: Downtown Capital Projects Updates

The Board approved the minutes from the March 27, 2023, meeting. Members received updates on downtown capital projects, including the Streetscape Project, Downtown Lighting Initiative, and Lake David Trail.

• Approved March 27, 2023, CRA Board Meeting Minutes (All present voted aye)

City Council

The Groveland City Council is holding a workshop with a single agenda item: an overview of the Transportation & Public Works Department. This is an informational session, not a voting meeting, and no decisions or proposals are listed. Public comments are limited to five minutes per speaker.

• Overview of Transportation & Public Works Department
• Public comment period (5 minutes per speaker)
• Virtual attendance available in listen-only mode

The City Council held a workshop to review a presentation from the Department of Transportation and Public Works. No formal decisions were made; the session served as an informational overview of department operations, staffing, and infrastructure projects.

City Council

The Groveland City Council is holding a workshop meeting with a single agenda item: an update on the State Road 50 realignment. No votes or decisions are listed; the item is for discussion only. Public comments are allowed in person, with a five-minute limit per speaker.

• State Road 50 realignment update (discussion only)
• Public comment period with 5-minute speaking limit
• Virtual attendance available in listen-only mode; no virtual comments

The City Council held a workshop to review the State Road 50 Realignment project's design and timeline. No formal votes were taken; the session focused on right-of-way acquisition and design updates from FDOT and consultants.

City Council

The Groveland City Council will vote on a consent agenda including a development agreement with Scannell Properties #480 LLC for a $44 million warehouse/distribution center, plus a policy to waive certain permit fees in Ford Commerce Park. Under old and new business, the council will consider a second reading of a right-of-way vacation for The Cape at Cherry Lake Village, and first readings of ordinances to adopt local amendments to the Florida Building Code and to change application dates for economic hardship assistance for the fire assessment.

• Resolution 2023-40: Approve economic agreement with Scannell Properties #480 LLC for a $44M warehouse at South O'Brien Road and State Road 19
• Resolution 2023-41: Authorize City Manager to reduce/waive permit fees in Cristopher C. Ford Commerce Park
• Ordinance 2021-50 (second reading): Vacate rights-of-way for The Cape at Cherry Lake Village
• Ordinance 2023-23 (first reading): Adopt local amendments to Florida Building Code for irrigation/landscaping reviews
• Ordinance 2023-27 (first reading): Change application dates for economic hardship assistance for fire assessment

The City Council approved a development agreement for a $44 million warehouse and authorized permit fee waivers for the Ford Commerce Park. Council denied a request to vacate a right-of-way at The Cape at Cherry Lake Village and advanced two ordinances on first reading regarding building codes and economic hardship assistance.

• Approved Resolution 2023-40: Economic Agreement with Scannell Properties #480 LLC for a $44 million warehouse/distribution center
• Approved Resolution 2023-41: Authorizing City Manager to reduce or waive certain permit fees in Ford Commerce Park
• Denied Ordinance 2021-50: The Cape at Cherry Lake Village ROW Vacate (Second Reading)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-23: Local Administrative Amendments to Florida Building Code (First Reading)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-27: Change to application dates for fire protection and rescue economic hardship assistance (First Reading)
• Approved April 21, May 1, and May 1, 2023 workshop and meeting minutes

Recreation Advisory Committee (RAC)

The Groveland Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to consider approval of the April 17, 2023 meeting minutes and receive updates on the Capital Improvement Plan, Cherry Lake Park, and South Lake Regional Park. The committee will also review Section 2 (pages 27-76) of the Parks, Recreation, Trails, and Open Space Master Plan and discuss a ribbon cutting for the Gray Middle School field. The agenda includes a presentation on the 2022/2023 calendar of events and upcoming event updates.

• Review of Parks, Recreation, Trails, and Open Space Master Plan Section 2, pages 27-76
• Capital Improvement Plan (FY23) update
• Cherry Lake Park and South Lake Regional Park updates
• Gray Middle School Field ribbon cutting discussion
• Approval of April 17, 2023 RAC meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the April 11, 2023 meeting. The session primarily consisted of staff reports regarding the 2023 calendar of events and updates on capital improvement projects.

• Approved April 11, 2023 RAC Meeting Minutes (unanimous)

Code Enforcement

The Groveland Code Enforcement Board will convene to approve prior meeting minutes and hold a hearing on one property maintenance case. The case involves alleged exterior maintenance and landscaping violations at 14811 County Road 565-A. No other hearings or new business are scheduled.

• Hearing for Case CE2301-0003 at 14811 County Road 565-A, owned by David K. and Sarah G. Cerilli
• Alleged violation of Sec. 105-527 (exterior maintenance of structure and premises)
• Alleged violation of Sec. 105-531 (landscaping maintenance requirements)
• Approval of minutes from Sept 12, Nov 14, 2022, and Feb 13, Mar 13, 2023 meetings

City Council

The Groveland City Council is holding a workshop to discuss the city's solid waste program, covering both residential trash and recycling services and commercial services. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Discussion of residential trash and recycling service
• Discussion of commercial solid waste services

The City Council held a workshop to review solid waste services. Council reached a consensus to seek a proposal for residential rate adjustments that ensures full cost recovery for the City's General Fund. No formal votes were taken on commercial service contracts.

• Consensus reached to bring back a proposal for residential rate structures to prevent General Fund loss
• Staff recommended future consideration of a resolution to adjust residential rates before January 1, 2024
• Staff recommended notifying GFL Environmental that the 2023 commercial rate escalation is unacceptable due to service issues

City Council

The Groveland City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda that includes approving a $950,000 state grant for the Downtown Stormwater Facility Project, several annexations and rezonings for properties owned by Treetops ML59AC LLC and Luc Paquette Trustee, and an ordinance to protect water wells. They will also hold a first reading on vacating rights-of-way for The Cape at Cherry Lake Village. The meeting includes proclamations for Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month and Municipal Clerks Week.

• Resolution 2023-38: Approving $950,000 FDEP grant for Groveland Downtown Stormwater Facility Project
• Ordinance 2023-11: Annexing 5+/- acres owned by Treetops ML59AC LLC (Langley Annexation)
• Ordinance 2023-12: Changing future land use from Lake County Industrial to City of Groveland Employment Center for Treetops property
• Ordinance 2023-13: Rezoning Treetops property from Lake County Light Manufacturing to City of Groveland Light Industrial
• Ordinance 2023-14: Annexing 5.042 acres owned by Luc Paquette Trustee (Paquette Annexation)

The City Council approved a consent agenda including a $950,000 grant for the Downtown Stormwater Facility Project and two property annexations. The Council denied a request to vacate rights-of-way at The Cape at Cherry Lake Village to preserve future public trail access.

• Approved $950,000 DEP grant for Groveland Downtown Stormwater Facility Project (Unanimous)
• Approved mutual aid agreement between Groveland and Clermont police departments (Unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 5 +/- acres for Treetops ML59AC, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning to Light Industrial for Treetops ML59AC, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 5.042 +/- acres for Luc Paquette Trustee of The Olibercail Living Trust (Unanimous)
• Approved comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning to Village Core and Village Edge for Luc Paquette (Unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Land Development Code for Wellfield Protection Zones (Unanimous)
• Denied Ordinance 2021-50 to vacate rights-of-way at The Cape at Cherry Lake Village (Unanimous)

City Council

The Groveland City Council is holding a workshop to receive overviews from the Human Resources, Procurement, Information Technology, and Finance departments. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and information only.

• Human Resources Department Overview
• Procurement Department Overview
• Information Technology Department Overview
• Finance Department Overview

The City Council conducted a workshop consisting of presentations from the Human Resources, Procurement, Information Technology, and Finance departments. No formal actions were taken or voted upon during the session.

City Council

The City Council approved the first readings of four ordinances regarding the annexation and rezoning of properties owned by Treetops ML59AC, LLC and Luc Paquette. The council also approved a piggyback agreement for a new production well and updated the election qualifying period. A first reading for an ordinance creating Wellfield Protection Zones was also introduced.

• Approved Resolution 2023-36 for a new lower Floridan Aquifer production well (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-34 appointing members to the Fire Assessment Advisory Citizen Review Committee (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-19 changing the municipal election qualifying period (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-11 for Langley Annexation (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-12 for Langley Comprehensive Plan Amendment (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-13 for Langley Rezoning (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-14 for Paquette Annexation (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-15 and 2023-16 for Paquette Plan Amendment and Rezoning (unanimous)

Recreation Advisory Committee (RAC)

The Groveland Recreation Advisory Committee will review Section 1 of the Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan, elect a new chair and vice-chair, and receive updates on capital projects including Cherry Lake Park and South Lake Regional Park. The agenda also includes approval of the February 14, 2023 meeting minutes and a presentation on the 2022/2023 calendar of events.

• Review Section 1 of the Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Update on Cherry Lake Park (CIP FY23, $310,000 for design, 100% complete)
• Update on South Lake Regional Park (Phase 1A construction, $4,300,000, 5% complete)
• Approval of February 14, 2023 RAC meeting minutes

The committee re-elected its Chairperson and Vice-Chair and approved the February 14, 2023 meeting minutes. Staff provided updates on the 2022/2023 calendar of events and the FY23 Capital Improvement Plan.

• Elected Joscelyn Campbell as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Linda Cowels as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved February 14, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning (P&Z)

The Groveland Planning & Zoning Board will consider recommending approval of several ordinances: annexing and rezoning the Langley and Paquette properties, amending the comprehensive plan for both, and updating wellfield protection rules. The board will also elect a chairman and vice chairman. The agenda includes only these items plus consent agenda approval of prior minutes.

• Ordinance 2023-11: Annex 5+/- acres (Langley Industrial Park Lot 4) for Treetops ML59AC LLC
• Ordinance 2023-12: Small-scale comprehensive plan amendment for Langley property
• Ordinance 2023-13: Rezoning of Langley property
• Ordinance 2023-14/15/16: Annexation, plan amendment, and rezoning for Paquette property
• Ordinance 2023-18: Wellfield Protection LDR updates for Section 117

The Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval for two property annexations and associated land use changes for the Lanolev and Paquette projects. The board also approved updates to the Land Development Code regarding wellfield protection zones and elected new board leadership.

• Elected Keith Keogh as Chair (All aye)
• Elected Robert Proper as Vice-Chair (All aye)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-11 for Lanolev Annexation of 5 +/- acres (All aye)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-12 for Lanolev Comprehensive Plan Amendment (All aye)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-13 for Lanolev Rezoning to Light Industrial (All aye)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-14 for Paquette Annexation of 5.042 +/- acres (All aye)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-15 for Paquette Comprehensive Plan Amendment (All aye)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-18 for Wellfield Protection LDR Updates (All aye)

City Council

The Groveland City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including establishing the Sunstone Community Development District, implementing a stormwater feasibility study, and changing the municipal election qualifying period. The agenda also includes routine consent items, proclamations, and public comment.

• Ordinance 2023-17 (second reading): establishing Sunstone Community Development District on 732.2 acres north of the turnpike, west of SR 19, south of S. Dewey Robbins Rd.
• Resolution 2023-26: implementing stormwater feasibility study and creating ad hoc committee to evaluate stormwater utility.
• Ordinance 2023-19 (first reading): amending election qualifying period for municipal election.
• Resolution 2023-30: piggyback agreement with City of Mascotte for construction of two lower Floridan aquifer production wells in Villa City.
• Resolution 2023-31: appointing Randolph Waite to CRA Board.

The City Council approved a consent agenda including the establishment of the Sunstone Community Development District and a piggyback agreement for water well construction. Council also approved an ordinance changing the municipal election qualifying period.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-17 establishing the Sunstone Community Development District
• Approved Resolution 2023-30 for construction of two Lower Floridan Aquifer production wells in Villa City
• Approved Resolution 2023-31 appointing Randolph Waite to the CRA Board
• Approved Resolution 2023-32 for Finance and Human Resources Department changes
• Approved Resolution 2023-33 creating a Municipal Canvassing Board for the Nov 7, 2023 election
• Approved Resolution 2023-26 to implement a stormwater feasibility study and ad hoc committee
• Approved Ordinance 2023-19 changing the municipal election qualifying period
• Approved February 21, March 6, March 17, and March 20 meeting and workshop minutes

Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)

The Groveland Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) will meet to consider approval of unsolicited proposals for the former Public Safety Complex, approve Streetscape Phase II lighting construction, and review the CRA Annual Report for FY 2021-22. The board will also approve the January 23, 2023 meeting minutes as part of the consent agenda. Public comment is limited to five minutes per speaker.

• Unsolicited proposals for former Public Safety Complex
• Streetscape Phase II construction – lighting
• CRA Annual Report FY 2021-22
• Approval of January 23, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board decided to move two unsolicited development proposals for the former public safety complex to the City Council and order a Broker's Opinion on the property. The Board also approved the FY 2021-22 Annual Report and new streetscape lighting for Phase II.

• Approved moving unsolicited proposals from Boat Works, LLC and Evergreen Rove, LLC to April 17 City Council meeting and conducting a Broker's Opinion (All Aye)
• Approved Streetscape Phase II Construction Lighting contingent on Duke Energy contract termination requirements (All Aye)
• Approved Groveland Community Redevelopment Agency Annual Report FY 2021-22 (All Aye)
• Approved January 23, 2023, CRA Board Meeting Minutes (All Aye)
• Reached consensus to hold code violators accountable

Strategic Plan Committee

The Groveland Strategic Plan Committee is meeting to approve last meeting's minutes and receive quarterly updates from focus groups covering community engagement, conservation, eco-agrarian lifestyle, livability, and financial health. The agenda is primarily procedural, consisting of roll call, minutes approval, and scheduled reports from committee members and staff.

• Approval of last meeting's minutes
• Quarterly update: Informed and Engaged Community
• Quarterly update: Preservation and Conservation
• Quarterly update: Eco-agrarian Lifestyle
• Quarterly update: Community Livability and Financial Health

City Council

The City Council held a workshop to review findings from an audit by Local Government Solutions regarding economic development incentives. The audit identified needs to amend completed agreements, modify Chapter 25 of the City Code, and establish a formal procedure manual. No formal votes were taken during the workshop.

• Reviewed audit findings on permit fee waivers and anchor tenant agreements
• Discussed need to amend completed agreements for full compliance
• Discussed modification of Chapter 25 of the Code to standardize incentive requirements
• Proposed creation of an Economic Development Strike Team
• Proposed creation of an Economic Development Agreement Checklist

City Council

The City Council approved economic agreements for a hotel-to-apartment conversion and a new distribution center. The council also passed several resolutions regarding police pay, school resource officers, and fire codes.

• Approved Resolution 2023-2 for Groveland Property Investments, LLC to convert hotel rooms to 214 apartments (4-1)
• Approved Resolution 2023-4 for Scannell Properties #480 LLC to build a Class A distribution center (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-17 (First Reading) to establish the Sunstone Community Development District (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-27 for the 2023-2024 School Resource Officer Program (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-29 for Groveland Police Department wage/salary adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-28 to extend the Crystal Lake Reclaimed Water System Improvements agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-8 to establish a Fire Assessment Advisory Citizen Review Committee (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-10 to adopt the Fire Code and regulate open burning (unanimous)

City Council

The Groveland City Council is holding a workshop to receive overviews of the Communications Department and the Parks & Community Services Department. The agenda contains only these two informational items and standard procedural matters, with no votes or decisions listed.

• Overview of Communications Department
• Overview of Parks & Community Services Department

The City Council held a workshop featuring presentations from the Communications and Parks & Community Services departments. Council reached a consensus for staff to continue conversations regarding a request for the City to assume maintenance of the Greenwood Cemetery.

• Consensus reached for staff to continue conversations about assuming maintenance of Greenwood Cemetery

Recreation Advisory Committee (RAC)

The City of Groveland Recreation Advisory Committee (RAC) meeting scheduled for March 14, 2023 has been cancelled. The notice provides no reason for the cancellation and no rescheduled date is mentioned.

• Meeting cancelled: March 14, 2023, 6:30 p.m., Lake David Center, 450 S. Lake Avenue

City Council

The Council approved an agreement to improve and maintain athletic fields at Cecil E. Gray Middle School. They also passed a consent agenda including a city manager employment amendment and first readings of fire-related ordinances. A first reading for comprehensive plan amendments regarding wellfield protection was approved.

• Approved Joint Use of Facilities Agreement for Cecil E. Gray Middle School athletic fields (All Aye)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-9 for wellfield protection zone amendments (All Aye)
• Approved Resolution 2023-23 assigning Cherry Lake Park Phase II services to Kimley-Horn (All Aye)
• Approved Resolution 2023-25 fifth amendment to City Manager Mike Hein's employment agreement (All Aye)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-8 to create Fire Assessment Advisory Citizen Review Committee (All Aye)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-10 to adopt a fire code (All Aye)
• Approved January 20, 2023 City Council Workshop Minutes (All Aye)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the FY2023 Water and Sewer Utility budget, which totals $34,669,557, and a feasibility study for a new stormwater utility. The meeting includes a presentation on the 2022 year-end financial report from Woodard & Curran, highlighting budget variances and capital projects. No final votes on these items are indicated in the agenda text, which lists them as workshop presentations.

• FY2023 Water & Sewer Utility Budget proposed at $34,669,557
• FY2023 Capital Improvement Budget includes $6.935M in Federal and State Grants
• 2022 Stormwater Utility Feasibility Study estimates $10 million in 5-year capital needs
• FY2022 O&M Budget reported $199,059 under budget for labor costs
• FY2022 Chemical Costs reported $80,942 over budget due to fuel price increases

The City Council held a workshop to review water and wastewater operations, budget overages due to inflation, and a proposal to implement a stormwater utility fee. No formal votes were taken on the proposed fee, but a resolution is expected at the March 20 meeting. The city received a $40,000 check for FY2022 Operation & Maintenance surplus funds.

• Received $40,000 check for FY2022 Operation & Maintenance Surplus Fund

Planning and Zoning (P&Z)

The Groveland Planning & Zoning Board will consider recommending approval of Resolution 2023-17 for the Rainwood preliminary plat, a 437-unit residential development, and Ordinance 2023-9 amending the comprehensive plan regarding wellfield protection zones. The board will also receive presentations on Sunshine Law requirements and regulatory overviews. The agenda includes consent approval of January minutes.

• Resolution 2023-17: Rainwood preliminary plat, 132.7 acres, 437 units (270 single-family, 167 townhomes), south of U.S. 27, north of Libby No. 3 Road, west of Wilson Lake Parkway
• Ordinance 2023-9: Comprehensive Plan Amendment re: Wellfield Protection Zones
• Consent agenda: approval of January 5, 2023 P&Z minutes
• Presentations on Sunshine Law, public records, and decision-making processes
• Virtual attendance in watch/listen mode only; no virtual public comments

The Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval for the Rainwood preliminary plat and a comprehensive plan amendment for wellfield protection zones. The board tabled the election of a Chairman and Vice Chairman. All votes for these items were unanimous among members present.

• Approved January 5, 2023 meeting minutes (All present voted aye)
• Tabled voting of Chairman and Vice Chairman (All present voted aye)
• Recommended approval of Resolution 2023-17 (Rainwood Preliminary Plat) with condition that Libby # 3 Road improvements be completed before new home building permits (All present voted aye)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 2023-09 (Comprehensive Plan Amendment for Wellfield Protection Zones) (All present voted aye)

City Council

The Groveland City Council is meeting to vote on a consent agenda that includes approving a FEMA grant for Hurricane Ian recovery, a fire department salary adjustment, a development agreement for retail space on W. Broad Street, a final plat for Trinity Lakes Phase 3, and zoning amendments for Blue Spring Reserve and Cypress Bluff. The meeting also includes a public comment period and reports from council members and city staff.

• Resolution 2023-18: Approving FEMA grant agreement DR-4673 for Hurricane Ian recovery
• Resolution 2023-22: Fire Department salary/wage adjustment
• Resolution 2023-3: Economic agreement for two retail buildings (18,240 sq ft) at 1233 W. Broad Street
• Ordinance 2022-45: Blue Spring Reserve PUD amendment reducing side setbacks from 40 to 32 feet for townhomes
• Ordinance 2023-4: Establishing Cypress Bluff Community Development District

The City Council approved a salary adjustment for the Groveland Fire Department and several land-use resolutions. The council also authorized a development agreement for retail space on W. Broad Street and established the Cypress Bluff Community Development District.

• Approved Groveland Fire Department salary/wage adjustment (All Aye)
• Approved Resolution 2023-18 for FEMA Grant Agreement DR-4673 Hurricane Ian (All Aye)
• Approved Resolution 2023-19 adding one member to Planning & Zoning Board (All Aye)
• Approved Resolution 2023-20 amending Advisory Committees & Boards policy (All Aye)
• Approved Resolution 2023-21 appointing members to Planning & Zoning Board (All Aye)
• Approved Resolution 2023-3 for Groveland Pointe retail development agreement (All Aye)
• Approved Resolution 2023-13 for Trinity Lakes Phase 3 Final Plat (All Aye)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-4 establishing Cypress Bluff Community Development District (All Aye)

City Council

This is a workshop meeting where the City Council receives an overview of the Groveland Fire Department, including its history, current operations, ISO rating, and 2022 incident data. No votes or decisions are scheduled; it is an informational presentation.

• Overview of Groveland Fire Department history from 1922 to 2022
• ISO Public Protection Classification rating of 03/3X (top 8.5% nationally)
• 2022 incident data: 3,260 calls, including 155 structure fires and 124 traffic collisions
• Discussion of training, deployment, and water supply factors affecting ISO rating
• Residential Knox Box loaner program for emergency access

The City Council conducted a workshop featuring a presentation by Fire Chief Kevin Carroll regarding department history, ISO ratings, and current operations. No formal votes or legislative actions were taken during the session.

• No substantive decisions were made; meeting was a workshop

Recreation Advisory Committee (RAC)

The Recreation Advisory Committee approved a change to its scheduled meeting time. The committee also reviewed updates on the Capital Improvement Plan and potential facility partnerships with local schools.

• Approved January 10, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved change of regularly scheduled meeting time from 6:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

City Council

The Groveland City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including second readings of a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning for the Groveland Central Logistics project, which would change 71.83 acres from Lake County Industrial/M-1 to City of Groveland Employment Center/Heavy Industrial. The council will also hold first readings on a PUD amendment for Blue Spring Reserve townhomes and the establishment of the Cypress Bluff Community Development District. Consent agenda items include a mutual aid agreement with Orlando, a police communications salary adjustment, and a design-build award for the Elese Tomlin Empowerment Center.

• Ordinance 2022-51: Comprehensive Plan amendment for 71.83 acres at Ford Commerce Park (west of SR 19) from Lake County Industrial to City of Groveland Employment Center
• Ordinance 2022-52: Rezoning 71.83 acres from Lake County M-1 to City of Groveland Heavy Industrial for Groveland Central Logistics
• Ordinance 2022-45: Blue Spring Reserve PUD amendment reducing side setbacks from 40 to 32 feet for townhomes (first reading)
• Ordinance 2023-4: Establishing Cypress Bluff Community Development District (first reading)
• Resolution 2023-15: Award to De Scorpio Construction for Elese Tomlin Empowerment Center design-build project

The City Council approved a consent agenda including a law enforcement mutual aid agreement with the City of Orlando and salary adjustments for the Police Communications Division. The council also approved a design-build contract for the Elese Tomlin Empowerment Center and several zoning and land use ordinances. Additionally, the council updated the appointment policy for advisory boards and appointed five new members to the Planning & Zoning Board.

• Approved mutual aid agreement with City of Orlando for law enforcement (Unanimous)
• Approved Police Communications Division salary/wage adjustment (Unanimous)
• Approved design-build contract for Elese Tomlin Empowerment Center to De Scorpio Construction (Unanimous)
• Approved income limit changes for Non-Ad Valorem Fire Assessment Economic Hardship Assistance Program (Unanimous)
• Approved water and wastewater impact fee schedule amendments (Unanimous)
• Approved land use change to City of Groveland Employment Center for 71.83 +/- acres (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 71.83 +/- acres to Heavy Industrial (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Blue Spring Reserve PUD amendment to reduce side setbacks to 32 feet (Unanimous)

City Council

The Groveland City Council is holding a workshop to discuss two items: compensation for the Fire Department and an amended policy for advisory committees and boards. The fire department compensation item has no materials in the agenda packet. The advisory board policy amendment would add an interview step for applicants, and staff seeks council consensus to place a resolution on a future agenda for approval.

• Discussion of Groveland Fire Department compensation (no materials provided)
• Amended policy for advisory committees and boards to include applicant interviews
• Resolution 2023-14 to approve amended policy (for future consideration)
• Planning & Zoning Board applicant tabulation sheet included

City Council reached consensus to move forward with firefighter wage adjustments to improve recruitment and retention. Council also agreed that all members must rank and vote on advisory board applicants and to add a temporary alternate member to the Planning & Zoning Board.

• Reached consensus to implement Fire Department wage adjustments (All concurred)
• Reached consensus that all Council Members shall rank applicants and vote for advisory boards (All concurred)
• Reached consensus to add an alternate member to the Planning & Zoning Board until January 2025 (All concurred)

Strategic Plan Committee

The Groveland Strategic Plan Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the Strong Towns Community Lab, the Joint Planning Agreement (JPA), and reports from five focus groups covering community engagement, preservation, eco-agrarian lifestyle, livability, and financial health. The agenda is primarily informational, with no votes or public hearings scheduled.

• Strong Towns Community Lab recap
• JPA update
• Focus group updates: Informed and Engaged Community, Preservation and Conservation, Eco-agrarian Lifestyle, Community Livability, Financial Health

Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)

The Groveland Community Redevelopment Agency board will consider approving a contract with Community Solutions Group for the CRA Coordinator, modifying the Streetscape Phase I contract, and awarding a facade grant to Bennett Law Center. The meeting also includes approval of the November 28, 2022 minutes and routine reports.

• CRA Coordinator contract with Community Solutions Group
• Modification of Streetscape Phase I contract
• Façade grant for Bennett Law Center
• Approval of November 28, 2022 meeting minutes

The Board approved a $60,000 annual contract for GAI Community Solutions Group as the new CRA Coordinator. Additionally, the Board approved a modification to the Streetscape Phase I contract and a facade grant for the Bennett Law Center.

• Approved November 28, 2022 meeting minutes (All Aye)
• Approved $60,000 annual retainer for GAI Community Solutions Group as CRA Coordinator (All Aye)
• Approved modification of Streetscape Phase I contract to add 120 days to the timeline (All Aye)
• Approved $20,000 facade grant for Bennett Law Center with an amendment to include signage (All Aye)

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop with a single agenda item: an overview of the Groveland Police Department. Chief Shawn Ramsey will present a review of the department's use of force policy, use of force incidents, internal investigations, arrests, traffic enforcement, and demographic comparisons for 2021. This is an informational presentation, not a decision-making session.

• Review of GPD use of force policy and 2021 use of force statistics
• 2021 traffic citations: 3,492 total, with 45.7% to White individuals and 30.04% to Hispanic/Latino individuals
• 2021 arrests: 366 total, with 2 uses of force (0.55%)
• 2021 professional standards: 19 citizen complaints, 1 formal internal affairs investigation
• Demographic comparison of GPD personnel to city population

The City Council reached a consensus to propose immediate pay raises for the Police Dispatch/Communications Division. The item will be brought back for formal approval at the first council meeting in February.

• Consensus to propose $2.50/hour increase for dispatch staff
• Consensus to propose $3.00/hour increase for dispatch supervisors
• Approved continued progress on license plate reader project in CIP

City Council

The Groveland City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with routine items, including a three-year FDOT agreement for State Road 50 maintenance, a construction award for South Lake Regional Park Phase IA, and a rezoning request for the Galassi property. New business includes first readings on fire assessment hardship income limits and water/wastewater impact fees, plus appointments to the Planning & Zoning Board.

• Resolution 2023-06: FDOT Highway Maintenance Agreement for State Road 50, $926,775 annually for 3 years
• Resolution 2023-9: Award to J. Malever Construction for South Lake Regional Park Phase IA (RFP 2021-const-013)
• Ordinance 2022-55/56: Galassi property (2.8 acres, 14925 Timber Village Rd) comprehensive plan and zoning change to Employment Center/Light Industrial
• Ordinance 2023-1: Change income limits for fire assessment economic hardship assistance
• Ordinance 2023-03: Amend water and wastewater impact fees

The City Council approved several departmental changes, a road maintenance agreement, and a park construction contract. However, appointments to the Planning & Zoning and CRA boards were postponed or tabled while the city reviews its candidate ranking and appointment policies.

• Approved $26,775 annual FDOT agreement for State Road 50 maintenance
• Approved contract for J. Malever Construction Company for South Lake Regional Park Phase IA
• Approved Comprehensive Plan amendment and rezoning of 2.8 acres to Light Industrial for Dennis Galassi
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-1 to change fire assessment hardship income limits
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-3 regarding water and wastewater impact fees
• Postponed Planning & Zoning Board appointments and extended current member terms (4-1)
• Tabled appointment of Randolph Waite to the CRA Board pending new policy process
• Ratified Mayor Wilson's December 15, 2022 signature on the CDBG Grant Agreement

Recreation Advisory Committee (RAC)

The Groveland Recreation Advisory Committee will meet to discuss updates on the Capital Improvement Plan, Cherry Lake Park, South Lake Regional Park, and the city's Centennial Parks Master Plan. They will also review the 2022/2023 calendar of events and receive reports on the Elese Tomlin Center. The agenda includes approval of the December 13, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Capital Improvement Plan (FY23) update
• Cherry Lake Park construction update
• South Lake Regional Park update
• City of Groveland Centennial Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan for new members
• 2022/2023 Calendar of Events presentation

The Recreation Advisory Committee approved a new requirement for committee reports to be submitted by the Tuesday prior to meetings. The committee also voted to request city recognition for a local volunteer. Staff provided updates on park construction projects and upcoming community events.

• Approved December 13, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved requirement to submit committee reports to Recording Secretary by the Tuesday prior to meetings (unanimous)
• Approved request for city recognition of resident Shaquille O’Neal for volunteerism at Elese Tomlin Center (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning (P&Z)

The Groveland Planning & Zoning Board will consider recommending approval of Ordinance 2022-45, which amends the Blue Spring Reserve PUD to reduce side setbacks for townhomes from 40 feet to 32 feet, with added landscaping and tree requirements. The board will also approve minutes from the December 1, 2022 meeting. This is a regular meeting with one substantive item.

• Ordinance 2022-45: Blue Spring Reserve PUD amendment reducing side setbacks from 40 to 32 feet for townhomes
• Requires one mature live oak tree per townhome unit and compliance with landscaping code
• Blue Spring Reserve located east of State Road 19 and north of U.S. Highway 27
• Consent agenda: approval of December 1, 2022 P&Z minutes

The Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of Ordinance 2022-45 regarding the Blue Springs Reserve PUD. The board also approved the minutes from the December 1, 2022, meeting.

• Approved December 1, 2022, meeting minutes (All aye)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 2022-45 to reduce town home side setbacks from 40 to 32 feet at Blue Springs Reserve (All aye)