Kissimmee public meetings in 2022

City Commission

The City Commission is reviewing an inventory of municipal properties for affordable housing use and a performance report for community development grants. The agenda also includes several consent items regarding fire station construction and emergency equipment purchases.

• Design services agreement with The Lunz Group for Fire Station No. 15 ($788,129.80)
• Purchase of a 2 boat/trailer package from Coastal Rescue Solutions ($64,568.00)
• Approval of an inventory list of municipal properties for affordable housing use
• Review of the 2021-2022 Community Development Block Grant performance report
• Rezoning ordinance for Ivey Creek (continued to January 17, 2023)

The City Commission adopted a resolution for a municipally owned property inventory for affordable housing and approved the 2021-2022 CDBG performance report. A rezoning public hearing was continued to January 2023 due to Hurricane Nicole. The Commission also approved a variety of consent items including fire station design and airport construction.

• Approved inventory list of municipally owned property for affordable housing (5-0)
• Approved 2021-2022 CDBG Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (5-0)
• Continued Ivey Creek rezoning public hearing to January 17, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved $788,129.80 design agreement with The Lunz Group for Fire Station No. 15 (5-0)
• Approved $732,540 CDBG FY 2022 funding and subrecipient agreements (5-0)
• Approved construction contract for Taxiway E Extension and Lighting to Hubbard Construction (5-0)
• Approved renewal of downtown holiday decorations contract with Artistic Holiday Designs (5-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement for Sunbridge Stewardship District water services (5-0)

Advisory Boards

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will approve October minutes, hear public comment, and discuss new business including scoring Period II fee waiver grant applications, setting the 2022/2023 meeting schedule, and voting on officers for 2022/23.

• Approval of October 12, 2022 meeting minutes
• Fee Waiver Grant Scoring - Period II - 2022/23
• Meeting Schedule for 2022/2023
• 2022/23 Vote of Officers

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board approved fee waiver grants totaling $3,861 for two events: $2,061 for the Osceola Kowboys Banquet and $1,800 for the Cuban Sandwich Festival. The board also approved the 2022/23 meeting schedule and tabled officer elections to the February meeting.

• Approved fee waiver grants totaling $3,861 (5-0): Osceola Kowboys Banquet $2,061, Cuban Sandwich Festival $1,800
• Approved October 12, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved 2022/23 meeting schedule, 2nd Wednesday of every other month (5-0)
• Tabled officer elections to February meeting

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board will hold public hearings on four conditional use and rezoning requests, including a child care facility, an office conversion, a 30-unit multifamily development, and a zoning map amendment for Ivey Creek. The board will also approve minutes from its November 2 meeting.

• Conditional use for child care facility at 820 Emmett Street (CU-22-0011)
• Conditional use for office conversion at 721 Mabbette Street (DRC-21-00055)
• Conditional use for 30-unit multifamily residential at 511 Dillingham Avenue (CU-22-0010)
• Zoning map amendment from PMUD to RC-1 for Ivey Creek (ZMA-22-0006, Ordinance #22-21)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider the annexation of 15.50 acres of land and a resolution to vacate rights-of-way on Aultman Street and North Beaumont Avenue. The agenda also includes several consent items regarding city services, contracts, and strategic plans.

• First reading of Ordinance 22-14 to annex 15.50 acres east of Bass Road
• Resolution to vacate rights-of-way on Aultman Street and North Beaumont Avenue
• Construction Manager at Risk Agreement with Balfour Beatty Construction, LLC for City Hall addition
• Award of water quality testing contract to Advanced Environmental Laboratories and Eurofins
• Approval of the Fire Department's 5-year Community Driven Strategic Plan

The Kissimmee City Commission approved the first reading of Ordinance 22-14 to annex 15.50 acres east of Bass Road for Give Kids the World overflow parking (5-0). They also approved a resolution to vacate rights-of-way on Aultman and Beaumont streets for the Beaumont Government Complex development (5-0). The commission approved the consent agenda minus two items, which were later approved separately: the Fire Department's 5-year strategic plan and the holiday incentive payment. They also approved a contract with Freebee for micro-mobility transit service and adopted the 2023 legislative priorities.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 22-14 to annex 15.50 acres (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 27-2022 to vacate rights-of-way on Aultman and Beaumont streets (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda minus items 7.B and 7.H (5-0)
• Approved Fire Department's 5-year Community Driven Strategic Plan (5-0)
• Approved holiday incentive payment for employees (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 28-2022 and Freebee micro-mobility service contract (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Legislative Priorities (5-0)

Pension Boards

The Kissimmee Police Pension Board is meeting to review its quarterly financial report, approve minutes, expenses, and retirement allocations for the fourth quarter of FY 2022, and discuss a proposal from GRS for fee comparison. The agenda is mostly routine administrative items.

• Review of Quarterly Financial Report
• Approval of Police Pension Minutes from August 2, 2022
• Approval of Quarterly Expenses
• Approval of Quarterly Retirement, Return of Contributions, and Share Allocation for 4th Quarter FY 2022
• GRS Proposal for fee comparison

The Kissimmee Police Pension Board unanimously approved using City contributions for the next quarter's operating expenses, as recommended by consultant Dave West. The board also approved prior meeting minutes, quarterly expenses, retirements, administrative expenses, and authorized the pension attorney to prepare an addendum with Brandywine Global and a new agreement with Foster & Foster. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved using City contributions for next quarter's operating expenses (4-0)
• Approved Police Pension minutes from August 2, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Approved 4th Quarter Expenses for FY 2022 (4-0)
• Approved 4th Quarter Retirements and Return of Contributions for FY 2022 (4-0)
• Approved FY 2022 Administrative Expense Report (4-0)
• Authorized attorney to prepare addendum with Brandywine Global (4-0)
• Approved preparing new agreement with Foster & Foster with revised fee schedule (4-0)

Pension Boards

The General Pension Board of Kissimmee, FL will meet to review the September 30, 2022 quarterly financial report for fiscal year 2022 and approve administrative items such as minutes, retirements, and expense reports. The board will also discuss the cost of a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) study and proposed 2023 meeting dates.

• Review of September 30, 2022 quarter financial report for FY 2022
• Approval of Summary Plan Description
• Approval of 4th Quarter Retirement(s) and Return of Contributions
• Request Board review of the cost of the COLA study
• Approval of 2023 proposed pension meeting dates

The General Pension Board approved the consultant's recommendation to invest $3,927,059 in city contributions, splitting the amount between a mutual fund and Eaton Vance, with Toho contributions retained for operations. The board also approved several administrative items, including the revised Summary Plan Description, 4th Quarter retirements and expense report, a COLA study, 2023 meeting dates, and an amendment to the Brandywine Agreement. All motions passed unanimously 6-0.

• Approved $3,927,059 investment allocation (6-0)
• Approved revised Summary Plan Description (6-0)
• Approved 4th Quarter Retirements and Return of Contributions (6-0)
• Approved 4th Quarter Expense Report (6-0)
• Approved COLA study with two options (6-0)
• Approved 2023 pension meeting dates (6-0)
• Approved Brandywine Agreement amendment with fee reduction (6-0)

General

The Kissimmee Charter School Board is holding its regular meeting with updates on a bus purchase, Hurricane Ian renovations, and the financial report. The board will also consider several policies, including one related to House Bill 1557, and hear presentations from grant recipients.

• Bus Purchase Update
• Hurricane Ian Renovations Update
• Financial Report
• Policy on Complaints Related to House Bill 1557 (2022)
• American Heart Association Grant Recipient presentation

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission will hold public hearings and vote on two ordinances: a 'glitch' ordinance making minor updates to the Land Development Code, and a new ordinance establishing standards for car washes in the Form-Based Code area. The commission will also hold a public hearing to adopt a resolution amending the FY2021-2022 operating budget, increasing it by $35,611,695. Several consent agenda items include contracts, purchases, and subdivision approvals.

• Final reading of Ordinance #22-017: Land Development Code 'glitch' updates, including increasing affordable housing density bonus from 10% to 20%
• Final reading of Ordinance #22-018: Adds car washes as permitted use in T5-U zone with development standards
• Public hearing to adopt resolution amending FY2021-2022 operating budget, increasing by $35,611,695
• Purchase of Archer 1200 Steel Barrier Security Kit for $93,264.34
• Three-year SIEM software agreement for $113,019.39

The Kissimmee City Commission approved the FY2023 Osceola Legislative Effort (OLE) agreement for $40,000, reversing a prior denial from the November 1, 2022 meeting. The vote was 3-2. The commission also adopted two ordinances, amended the FY2021-2022 budget, approved the 2023 meeting calendar, and passed the consent agenda.

• Approved $40,000 OLE agreement for FY2023 (3-2)
• Adopted Ordinance #3067, Land Development Code language/formatting amendments (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #3068, car wash development standards in Form-Based Code area (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution #25-2022, amending FY2021-2022 operating budget (5-0)
• Approved 2023 City Commission meeting calendar (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, security barricades, SIEM software, CDBG contract, and other items (5-0)

General

The Kissimmee Historic Preservation Board is meeting to consider a change of use and exterior property improvements at 721 Mabbette Street. The board will also approve minutes from its July 21, 2021 meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• 721 Mabbette Street - Change of Use - Exterior property improvements
• Approval of July 21, 2021 meeting minutes

The Kissimmee Historic Preservation Board approved exterior improvements and a change of use from residential to office at 721 Mabbette Street, subject to three conditions. The board also approved the July 21, 2021 meeting minutes and re-elected Scott Brooks as Chairman and Scott Grenaid as Vice-Chairman. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved July 21, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved 721 Mabbette St. change of use and exterior improvements with 3 conditions (6-0)
• Re-elected Scott Brooks as Chairman (6-0)
• Re-elected Scott Grenaid as Vice-Chairman (6-0)

Advisory Boards

The Planning Advisory Board will hold public hearings regarding zoning map amendments, right-of-way vacations, and conditional use permits for various properties. These items include proposals for residential development, manufacturing, and educational facilities within the city.

• Zoning map amendment for Give Kids the World (ZMA-22-0005)
• Vacation of right-of-way on Aultman Street and N. Beaumont Avenue
• Conditional use permit for a six-unit multifamily project at 925 Hughey Street
• Conditional use permit for heavy manufacturing at 941 Armstrong Boulevard
• Conditional use permit for a cosmetology school at 505 W Vine St.

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board approved all five public hearing items on the agenda, each by a 4-0 vote. These included a zoning map amendment for Give Kids the World, a right-of-way vacation on Aultman Street and N. Beaumont Avenue, a conditional use for a six-unit multifamily project at 925 Hughey St., a conditional use for heavy manufacturing at 941 Armstrong Blvd., and a conditional use for a cosmetology school at 505 W Vine St. All approvals were subject to specific conditions as recommended by staff.

• Approved zoning map amendment for Give Kids the World (ZMA-22-0005) subject to annexation approval (4-0)
• Approved vacation of portions of right-of-way on Aultman St. and N. Beaumont Ave. (ABDN-22-0002) with 1 condition (4-0)
• Approved conditional use for six-unit multifamily at 925 Hughey St. (CU-22-0004) with 5 conditions (4-0)
• Approved conditional use for heavy manufacturing at 941 Armstrong Blvd. (CU-22-0008) with 6 conditions (4-0)
• Approved conditional use for cosmetology school at 505 W Vine St. (CU-22-0017) with 1 condition (4-0)
• Approved minutes of September 7 and October 5, 2022 meetings (4-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will hold public hearings on amendments to the General Employees' Retirement Plan and updates to the Land Development Code. The agenda includes a final reading for retirement plan changes and first readings for a "glitch ordinance" to clarify land development language and new standards for car washes in the Form-Based Code area. Additionally, the Commission will consider several consent items, including grant acceptances and construction agreements.

• Ordinance #22-19: General Employees' Retirement Plan amendments
• Ordinance #22-017: Land Development Code "glitch" language updates
• Ordinance #22-018: New development standards for car washes
• $30,000 advertising grant for Kissimmee Gateway Airport
• $68,645 Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) grant for the Police Department

The City Commission approved amendments to the General Employees' Retirement Plan and passed first readings for ordinances regarding land development code updates and car wash standards. The Commission also approved several grants and a developer's agreement for the Dillingham Apartments.

• Adopted Ordinance #3066 amending General Employees' Retirement Plan (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Proposed Ordinance #22-17 for Land Development Code updates (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Proposed Ordinance #22-18 for car wash standards in Form-Based Code area (5-0)
• Denied FY 2022-23 Interlocal Agreement with Osceola Legislative Effort (4-1)
• Approved Permanent Right-of-Way Easement with Vine Street Plaza Investors, LLC (5-0)
• Accepted $500,000 State of Florida grant for Public Safety Training Center Support Annex (5-0)
• Approved $270,033.91 contract with Granicus for web content management software (5-0)
• Approved Developer's Agreement for Dillingham Apartments at 511 Dillingham Ave (5-0)

Pension Boards

The Kissimmee Fire Pension Board is meeting to handle routine financial and administrative business. They will vote on fourth-quarter expenses for FY 2022, approve quarterly retirement and contribution allocations, and review financial reports. The board will also consider minutes from its August 2022 meeting.

• Approval of 4th Quarterly Expenses for FY 2022
• Approval of Quarterly Retirement, Return of Contributions, and Share Allocation
• Review of 4th Quarter Financial Reports for FY 2022
• Fire Pension Board Minutes for 08/02/2022

The Board approved the 4th Quarterly Expenses and the Administrative Expense Report for FY 2022. Members also authorized the update of the Firefighters’ Summary Plan Description and re-selected current board officers.

• Approved 4th Quarterly Expenses for FY 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Administrative Expense Report for FY 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Fire Pension minutes from August 2, 2022 (5-0)
• Authorized attorney Scott Christiansen to update the Firefighters’ Summary Plan Description (5-0)
• Re-selected John McCommon as Chairman and Dan Garaguso as Vice Chairman/Secretary (5-0)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission is meeting to consider land use amendments and a planned unit development for 114.25 acres along E. Osceola Parkway to allow 1,020,000 square feet of industrial warehouse uses instead of residential and commercial plans. The commission will also hold a first reading on a retirement plan amendment and review grant funding and agreements.

• Ordinance #22-09: Second and final reading of a land use amendment changing 114.25 acres along E. Osceola Parkway to Conservation and Industrial Business
• Ramona Planned Unit Development Amendment (PUD-22-0001) to establish 1,020,000 sq. ft. of industrial warehouse uses
• General Employees' Retirement Plan amendment with an annual cost of $37,900
• Acceptance of the 2022 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant of $12,458.25 from the U.S. Department of Justice
• License agreement for outdoor dining within the Dakin Avenue right-of-way at 16 E. Dakin Avenue

The Commission approved a land use amendment and PUD amendment to allow industrial warehouse uses on 114.25 acres. It also approved the first reading of an amendment to the General Employees' Retirement Plan and allocated social service and quality of life funding.

• Approved land use change to Conservation and Industrial Business for 114.25 acres (5-0)
• Approved first reading of General Employees' Retirement Plan amendment (5-0)
• Approved Ramona Planned Unit Development (PUD) Amendment for industrial warehouses (5-0)
• Approved $12,458.25 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant (5-0)
• Approved outdoor dining license for 16 E. Dakin Avenue (4-1)
• Approved FY 2022-23 Social Service funding as is, with $27,000 for cold nights (3-2)
• Approved $50,000 Quality of Life funding as designated (4-1)
• Reappointed Brenda Ryan to the Charter School Advisory Board (5-0)

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet to discuss routine business, including grant scoring and community benefit grants. The agenda includes the approval of past minutes from August 10, 2022, and time for public comment.

• Fee Waiver Grant Scoring - Period II - 2022/23
• Community Benefit Grant
• Approval of meeting minutes from the August 10, 2022 meeting

The Board approved $16,760.80 in fee waiver grants for eight events and $4,100 in community benefit grants for two organizations. The board also approved the meeting minutes from August 10, 2022.

• Approved meeting minutes from August 10, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved $16,760.80 in Fee Waiver Grants for Period II (5-0)
• Approved $4,100 in Community Benefit Grants (5-0)
• Awarded $4,720 fee waiver to CAFA Fusion
• Awarded $3,000 fee waiver to Hop on Downtown
• Awarded $2,380 fee waiver to Kickball Palooza
• Awarded $2,100 community benefit grant to Fund for Hope
• Awarded $2,000 community benefit grant to American Youth Football Regionals 7U

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board is meeting to consider two ordinances: a 'glitch' ordinance updating language throughout the Land Development Code, and a new ordinance establishing development standards for car washes in the Form-Based Code area. The board will also handle routine items like minutes and old/new business.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 22-017 (LUPA-22-0005) to amend Land Development Code Chapter 14 and move a statement from Section 42-48 to Section 14-4-6.A.9
• Public hearing on Ordinance 22-018 (ZMA-22-0003) to add car wash standards to Section 14-5-8.G and permit car washes in the T5-U transect zone
• Meeting held at City Hall, 101 Church Street, Kissimmee, FL at 6:00 PM

The board approved a 'Glitch Ordinance' to correct minor errors and update language across several chapters of the Land Development Code. Additionally, the board approved new development standards to allow car washes in specific Form-Based Code areas.

• Approved Glitch Ordinance 22-017 to amend Land Development Code (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 22-018 establishing car wash standards in T5-U Transect Zone (4-0)

General

The Kissimmee Citizens Police Review Board will hold a general meeting to discuss routine business, public comments, and internal affairs investigations. The agenda includes the approval of minutes from the July 6, 2022 meeting, the presentation of new inquiries, and the review of Internal Affairs investigation IA 22-008. Residents can attend the session at City Hall located at 101 Church Street.

• Review IA 22-008 Alleged Violation of Obedience to Policies and Procedures, General Orders, and Other Written Directives
• Approval of Board Minutes July 06, 2022
• Presentation of New Inquiries

The Citizens Police Review Board approved the July 6, 2022 minutes by a 4-0 vote. The board reviewed investigation IA 22-008 regarding alleged violations of policies, during which Lt. Downing informed the board of new automatic recording procedures for emergency lighting. No new business, public comments, or other investigations were presented.

• Approved July 6, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• Reviewed investigation IA 22-008 (alleged policy violations)
• No new business or consent agenda items presented

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission will hold a public hearing on a zoning change for 30.98 acres east of South John Young Parkway, north of Hacienda Circle, and west of Lake Tohopekaliga. The meeting also includes proclamations, software maintenance contracts, subdivision plats, and grant allocations.

• Rezoning 30.98 acres from PMUD to RC-1 (Multiple Family Medium Density Residential) for townhomes and multi-family units
• Tyler Technologies software maintenance contract renewal: $241,890
• CentralSquare Technologies public safety software maintenance: $158,546.60
• First Loop Logistics Park final plat approval (42.41-acre industrial subdivision)
• Osceola Village Center Phase 2 final plat approval (136-lot residential subdivision)

The City Commission ratified an extension of the state of emergency following Hurricane Ian and approved several software maintenance contracts. The board also approved a zoning change for a multi-family residential project and renewed service agreements for downtown economic development.

• Approved extension of Hurricane Ian Emergency Declaration (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 30.98 acres to Multiple Family Medium Density Residential (4-1)
• Approved $241,890 Tyler Technologies ERP software maintenance (5-0)
• Approved $158,546.60 CentralSquare Technologies software maintenance (5-0)
• Approved FY 2022-2023 service agreement for Kissimmee Main Street (5-0)
• Approved FY 2022-2023 Prospera contract renewal (5-0)
• Approved final plats for First Loop Logistics Park and Osceola Village Center Phase 2 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of budgeted FY 2022-23 computer equipment (5-0)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission will hold a public hearing to adopt the final millage levy of 4.6253 mills and a $240,953,811 budget for fiscal year 2022-2023. The consent agenda includes several routine items such as an incentive agreement for a medical company, a replat, and various contracts. Discussion items include a services agreement renewal and advisory board appointments.

• Adoption of final millage rate 4.6253 mills and $240,953,811 budget
• Incentive agreement with Eden Cosmetic & Wellness, LLC (over $92,136 package, $80,636.17 cash impact)
• Ratification of police union contract reopeners with 5% pay increase and $2,500 bonus
• Janitorial services contract with Halo Building Services for $226,723.44
• Design contract with Lunz Group for Fire Station No. 15 ($701,229.80)

The City Commission approved the final FY 2022-2023 operating millage rate of 4.6253 and a final budget of $240,953,811. Commissioners also ratified a state of emergency for Hurricane Ian and approved consent agenda items, while rescheduling several presentations and an agreement to October 4, 2022.

• Adopted Resolution #20-2022 approving FY 2022-2023 operating millage rate of 4.6253 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21-2022 approving final budget of $240,953,811 and 804 positions (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda minus Item 7.H (5-0)
• Authorized $701,229.80 contract with Lunz Group for Fire Station No. 15 design
• Reappointed Lisandra Roman to Police Pension Board (5-0)
• Ratified Resolution #23-2022 declaring a State of Emergency for Hurricane Ian (5-0)

General

The Downtown and Vine Street Community Redevelopment Agency is holding public hearings to adopt budgets for fiscal year 2022-2023. The board will also discuss a new service agreement for Kissimmee Main Street and an amendment to the Beaumont Redevelopment Site development agreement.

• Public Hearing: Downtown Kissimmee CRA Budget FY 2022-2023
• Public Hearing: Vine Street CRA Budget FY 2022-2023
• Kissimmee Main Street FY 2021-2022 Year-End Update and new FY 2022-2023 service agreement
• First Amendment to Master Development Agreement for the Beaumont Redevelopment Site

The Downtown and Vine Street Community Redevelopment Agency boards adopted their respective budgets for fiscal year 2022-2023. The Downtown CRA also approved an amendment to the Master Development Agreement for the Beaumont Redevelopment Site.

• Adopted Downtown CRA FY 2022-2023 budget via Resolution # 04-2022 (4-0)
• Adopted Vine Street CRA FY 2022-2023 budget via Resolution # 05-2022 (4-0)
• Approved First Amendment to Master Developer Agreement with Skyview Kissimmee Developer, LLC for Beaumont Redevelopment Site via Resolution # 06-2022 (5-0)

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Charter School Board will hold a regular meeting on September 22, 2022, at 4:30 PM. The agenda includes procedural items, a consent agenda with minutes and a reunification plan, and discussions on bus repairs, the FY 2022 audit, and a budget amendment. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Bus repair and purchase discussion
• FY 2022 audit presentation
• Budget amendment proposal

City Commission

The City Commission will hold public hearings to adopt a tentative millage rate of 4.6253 mills and a tentative budget of $240,953,811 for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. The Commission will also convene as the Community Redevelopment Agency board to adopt budgets for the Downtown and Vine Street districts. Additionally, the meeting includes the swearing-in of new commissioners and the recognition of outgoing members.

• Adopt tentative millage levy of 4.6253 mills and $240,953,811 budget
• Adopt $4,765,539 Downtown Kissimmee CRA budget
• Adopt $3,497,023 Vine Street CRA budget
• Approve third amendment to landscape services agreement with Premier Lawn Maintenance LLC
• Acceptance of Florida Department of Transportation grant for Taxiway E extension at Kissimmee Gateway Airport

The City Commission adopted a tentative budget of $240,953,811 and set the tentative millage rate at 4.6253. The board also approved budgets for the Downtown and Vine Street Community Redevelopment Agencies and swore in two new commissioners.

• Adopted tentative FY 2022-2023 budget of $240,953,811 (5-0)
• Set tentative millage rate at 4.6253 (5-0)
• Approved Downtown CRA FY 2022-2023 budget (5-0)
• Approved Vine Street CRA FY 2022-2023 budget (5-0)
• Selected Commissioner Castano as Vice Mayor (5-0)
• Selected Commissioner Eady as Mayor Pro Tem (5-0)
• Approved $30,000 contract for UCF Small Business Development Center (5-0)
• Approved replacing Lynx bus service with Freebee micro-mobility transit (5-0)

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board will hold public hearings on two items: a rezoning to establish RC-1 (Multiple Family Medium Density Residential) for a property under ZMA-22-0004, and a conditional use with site plan for a child care facility at 1425 and 1429 Smith St. The board will also appoint or reappoint its Chair and Vice Chair, and approve the June 15, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 22-16 (ZMA-22-0004) to rezone property to RC-1 (Multiple Family Medium Density Residential)
• Public hearing on Conditional Use with Site Plan (CU-22-0007) for a child care facility at 1425 and 1429 Smith St.
• Appointment/reappointment of Planning Advisory Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of June 15, 2022 meeting minutes

The Planning Advisory Board approved a zoning change for 30.98 acres to allow medium-density residential housing and granted a conditional use permit for a childcare facility on Smith St. The board also reappointed its leadership for the coming year.

• Approved rezoning 30.98 acres to RC-1 Multiple Family Medium Density Residential (4-0-1)
• Approved conditional use and site plan for childcare facility at 1425 and 1429 Smith St. subject to 5 conditions (5-0)
• Reappointed Robert Bussiere as Chairman (4-0-1)
• Appointed Diana Marrero-Pinto as Vice Chairman (5-0)
• Approved June 15, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Pension Boards

The General Pension Board is meeting to review the third-quarter financial report for FY 2022 and to consider several administrative items, including approval of minutes, 2023 meeting dates, expense reports, retirements, and a proposed ordinance change to DROP eligibility for City members of the General Employees Retirement Plan. The meeting also includes time for public comment and attorney updates.

• Review of 3rd Quarter Financial Report for FY 2022
• Approval of General Employees minutes from June 7, 2022 meeting
• Approval of proposed 2023 meeting dates for General Employees Pension
• Approval of General Employees Expense Report for 3rd Quarter FY 2022
• Proposed ordinance change amending DROP eligibility for City members of the General Employees Retirement Plan

The Board approved moving forward with proposed ordinance changes to DROP eligibility and member contributions for City and Toho employees. It also approved third-quarter expenses, retirements, and a fund transfer.

• Approved moving $600,000.00 from Vanguard Tips portfolio to R&D account (5-0)
• Approved June 7, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved 3rd Quarter Expenses for April, May, and June 2022 (5-0)
• Approved 3rd Quarter Retirements, DROP, and return of contributions (5-0)
• Approved moving forward with proposed ordinance amendments for City and Toho members (5-0)
• Approved drafting the Summary Plan Description after the proposed ordinance is adopted (5-0)
• Postponed approval of 2023 meeting dates to include two additional dates

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Charter School Board is meeting to handle routine business and several substantive items. They will consider a final budget amendment for the 2021-2022 school year, a teacher salary increase allocation, and annual officer appointments. The board will also hear presentations on special education recognition, civics and debate initiative, and a Golden School Award.

• Final 2021-2022 school year budget amendment
• Teacher Salary Increase Allocation
• Annual Officer Appointments
• Milner Copier Contract Extension
• Prior Parental Notification of Involuntary Examination Policy and Procedures

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission will hold public hearings on two ordinances to amend the Future Land Use Map: one converting 114.25 acres near E. Osceola Parkway to Conservation and Industrial Business, and another extending the Mixed Use Vine designation west of Hoagland Boulevard. The meeting will also consider a $58,000 contract with Raftelis Financial Consultants to update recreation impact fees and establish new fees for police and fire services.

• Ordinance #22-09: Land-use change for 114.25 acres west of Florida's Turnpike to Conservation and Industrial Business (LUPA-22-0001)
• Ordinance #22-12: Extend Mixed Use Vine designation west of Hoagland Boulevard (LUPA-22-0004)
• Constellation PUD Amendment: Replace 720 residential units with 1,020,000 sq. ft. industrial warehouse uses (PUD-22-0001)
• Contract with Raftelis Financial Consultants for $58,000 impact fee study for recreation, police, and fire services
• Approval of August 2, 2022 City Commission minutes

The Commission approved an ordinance to establish the MU-V (Mixed Use Vine) designation to align with the Vine Street CRA boundary. Several other land use and development items were continued to October. The Commission also appointed a new member to the Toho Water Authority Board.

• Adopted Ordinance # 3063 establishing MU-V (Mixed Use Vine) land use designation (4-0)
• Appointed John McAllenan to the Toho Water Authority Board (4-0)
• Continued Public Hearing for LUPA- 22- 0001 land use amendment to Oct. 18, 2022 (4-0)
• Continued Public Hearing for PUD- 22- 0001 warehouse amendment to Oct. 18, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved agreement with Raftelis Financial Consultants for Municipal Impact Fee Study
• Authorized acquisition of fire fighting apparatus via lease-financing
• Approved $194,880.00 work order for Fire Station No. 13 roof replacement
• Accepted FAA Airport Improvement Program Grant for Kissimmee Gateway Airport taxiway lighting and extension

Advisory Boards

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear public comment, and discuss new business. Items include scoring fee waiver grant applications for the 2022/23 period, reviewing the Lancaster Ranch Park GMP, and discussing a Recreation Impact Fee Study.

• Approval of June 8, 2022 meeting minutes
• Fee Waiver Grant Scoring - Period I - 2022/23
• Lancaster Ranch Park GMP
• Recreation Impact Fee Study

The board approved three fee waiver grants for local events and voted to support a $50,000 grant application for marina improvements. Staff provided updates on the Lancaster Ranch Park GMP and a proposed impact fee study.

• Approved June 8, 2022 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Approved support for $50,000 FRDAP Grant for Lakefront Toho Marina breakwater structures (8-0)
• Approved $1,384 fee waiver for Need to Feed (8-0)
• Approved $3,000 fee waiver for Boo! on Broadway - Signature Event (8-0)
• Approved $441.35 fee waiver for Bass and Badges (8-0)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission is holding public hearings on a land use amendment and a Planned Unit Development (PUD) amendment for the Constellation (formerly Ramona) property, which would change 114.25 acres to industrial and allow 1,020,000 sq. ft. of warehouse uses, replacing previously approved residential and commercial uses. The commission will also consider several consent agenda items, including a police department opioid overdose program, airport subleases, and a legal services purchase order increase.

• Public hearing on Ordinance #22-09 to change Future Land Use designation on 114.25 acres to Conservation and Industrial Business (LUPA-22-0001)
• Public hearing on PUD-22-0001 to allow 1,020,000 sq. ft. of industrial warehouse uses, removing 720 residential units, 182,000 sq. ft. commercial, 300 hotel rooms, and assisted living facility
• Approval for Kissimmee Police to apply for HEROS Program to receive 200 Naloxone units valued at $7,500
• Consent to sub-lease hangar space at Kissimmee Gateway Airport from Stallion 51 Maintenance Operations, Inc. to ASAP Aerospace Group, Inc.
• Increase purchase order with Gray Robinson P.A. by $266,500 for legal services for West Oak Street Widening and John Young Parkway project

The City Commission approved the FY 2023 contract renewal for the UCF Downtown Kissimmee Business Incubator. Several public hearings regarding land use and development were continued to a later date. The Commission also approved several routine items via the consent agenda.

• Approved FY 2023 UCF Downtown Kissimmee Incubator contract renewal (5-0)
• Continued Public Hearing for Ordinance #22-09 land use amendment to August 16, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued Public Hearing for PUD-22-0001 industrial warehouse amendment to August 16, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved $266,500 increase for Gray Robinson P.A. legal fees for West Oak Street project (5-0)
• Approved Kissimmee Police Department application for DOH HEROS Program (5-0)
• Approved one-year Space/Use Permit renewal for Horse-Riding Orlando, LLC (5-0)
• Approved sub-lease between Stallion 51 Maintenance Operations, Inc. and ASAP Aerospace Group, Inc. (5-0)
• Appointed Scott Grenald to the Historic Preservation Board

Pension Boards

The Police Pension Board will meet to review the 3rd quarter financial report and expense report for fiscal year 2022. The board will also consider the administrative budget for fiscal year 2023 and discuss a proposed change to the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) structure.

• Approval of the Administrative FY 2023 Police Pension Budget
• Review of 3rd quarter Financial Report for the Police Pension FY 2022
• Approval of the Police Pension Expense Report for the 3rd Quarter FY 2022
• Review of requested study for change in COLA structure and COLA increase
• Approval for fee increase from the Actuary Foster & Foster

The Board approved the FY2023 administrative budget, 3rd quarter expenses, and retirements. A proposed fee increase was tabled pending a comparison with another actuary.

• Approved 3rd Quarter expenses for April, May, and June 2022 (3-0)
• Approved 3rd quarter retirements, return of contributions, and share allocations for FY 2022 (3-0)
• Approved FY2023 administrative budget (3-0)
• Approved May 3, 2022, and June 7, 2022, minutes (3-0)
• Approved 2023 proposed meeting dates (3-0)
• Tabled proposed fee increase pending fee comparison with General Pension Actuary

Pension Boards

The Kissimmee Fire Pension Board will meet to review third-quarter financial reports and retirement allocations for fiscal year 2022. The board will also consider approval of the administrative budget for fiscal year 2023 and a requested fee increase from the actuary, Foster & Foster.

• Approval of the Administrative FY 2023 Firefighters Pension Budget
• Review of 3rd Quarter Financial Report for the Firefighters Pension FY 2022
• Request for fee increase from the Actuary Foster & Foster
• Client Consent approval between Manning & Napier and Firefighters Pension
• Approval of 2023 meeting dates

The Board approved the FY2023 administrative budget, the 2023 meeting schedule, and a fee increase for actuary Foster & Foster. Members also authorized the investment of incoming state monies according to the investment policy.

• Approved 3rd quarter expense report for FY 2022 (5-0)
• Approved May 3, 2022, minutes (5-0)
• Approved Manning and Napier client consent form (5-0)
• Approved FY2023 administrative budget (5-0)
• Approved 2023 proposed meeting dates (5-0)
• Approved fee increase for actuary Foster & Foster (5-0)
• Approved consultant to invest state monies per investment policy (5-0)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission is holding a special budget workshop to review the proposed fiscal year 2022-23 budget. Department heads will present their budgets, and the commission will discuss social services, set the proposed millage rate, and schedule public hearings for September 13 and 27.

• Review of department budgets including Police, Fire, Public Works, Parks and Recreation, and Airport
• Set the proposed millage rate
• Schedule public hearings for September 13 and September 27
• Social services review

The City Commission held a budget workshop to review the proposed FY 2022/2023 budget, which totals $241 million. Commissioners voted unanimously to approve the Mayor's execution of a contract with ASPIRE for a homelessness initiative and to set the property tax millage rate at 4.6253. The meeting also established the schedule for future public budget hearings.

• Approved Mayor's execution of ASPIRE agreement for homelessness property (4-0)
• Approved proposed millage rate of 4.6253 for FY 2022/2023 (4-0)
• Approved Public Hearing Schedule for September 13 and September 27, 2022 (4-0)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission will hold public hearings on establishing the Knightsbridge Community Development District and on the city's FY2022 Annual Action Plan for federal CDBG and HOME funds. They will also consider a PUD amendment for the Fountainhead development. The consent agenda includes several routine items such as contract approvals and equipment purchases, including seven new garbage trucks for $2,399,159.

• Public hearing on Ordinance #22-15 to establish the Knightsbridge Community Development District
• Public hearing on the FY2022 Annual Action Plan allocating $732,540 in CDBG and $373,301.95 in HOME funds
• Public hearing on Fountainhead PUD Amendment (PUD-22-0003) affecting 128.1 acres
• Purchase of seven Autocar/New Way front-end load garbage trucks for $2,399,159
• First Amendment to lease with Aviator Holdings for 606 Dyer Blvd, extending lease 20 years

The City Commission approved a Letter of Interest to join the federal House America initiative to re-house chronically homeless residents. The Commission also approved the FY2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and several solid waste equipment purchases.

• Approved Letter of Interest for HUD House America initiative (4-0)
• Approved FY2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (4-0)
• Established Knightsbridge Community Development District via Ordinance 3062 (4-0)
• Approved FY2022 Annual Action Plan and Resolution 15-2022 (4-0)
• Approved Fountainhead PUD Amendment PUD-22-0003 (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 7 Autocar/New Way garbage trucks and various waste containers
• Adopted Vine Street CRA Landscape Master Plan via Resolution 01-2022 (4-0)
• Appointed Kimberly Murray to the Historic Preservation Board (4-0)

General

The Kissimmee Citizens Police Review Board will meet to consider meeting minutes from April 06, 2022, hear public comments, and review multiple internal affairs investigations. The agenda includes discussions on new inquiries, consent items, and specific investigations regarding police conduct.

• Review IA 22-002 Alleged Violation of Obedience To Laws
• Review IA 22-004 Alleged Violation of Handling Money, Property and Evidence
• Review IA 22-007 Social Media Public Comment Complaint
• Review IA 21-020 Alleged Conduct Toward Public

The Citizens Police Review Board met on July 6, 2022 and reviewed four internal affairs cases (IA 22-002, IA 22-004, IA 22-007, and IA 21-020). No motions, votes, or formal decisions are recorded in the minutes; the board received presentations from Lt. Downing and Chief O'Dell and asked questions. The minutes also note that CSO Artis received additional training and was moved to a more structured position, and that Chief O'Dell told board members they are under no obligation to respond to harassing public emails. The next meeting was announced for October 5, 2022.

• No substantive decisions or votes recorded; board reviewed IA 22-002, IA 22-004, IA 22-007, and IA 21-020
• No public comment, old business, new inquiries, or consent agenda items were recorded
• Next CPRB meeting announced for 10-05-2022

City Commission

The City Commission will meet to approve routine minutes, recognize an Employee of the Month, and vote on several contracts and agreements. Notable items include a security guard services contract for school safety and a temporary construction easement for Lancaster Ranch Park.

• Award bid for Security Guard Services (RFP 2022-007) to Eagle Globe Protective Services for $45/hour
• Temporary Construction Easement with Osceola County School Board at Lancaster Ranch Park
• Second Amendment to RS&H, Inc. contract for City Hall expansion design services ($39,745.67)
• First Amendment to ground lease with Mach1 Aviation, LLC at Airport’s Business Airpark
• Sixth Amendment to FBO Ground Lease with Sheltair Kissimmee, LLC for hangar development

The City Commission approved a new downtown residential parking permit program and passed a consent agenda including several airport leases and city purchases. The board also granted a 30-day extension to fill a vacancy on the Historic Preservation Board.

• Approved downtown residential parking permit program (5-0)
• Approved $113,268.00 purchase of a dump truck for Public Works (5-0)
• Approved $39,745.67 contract amendment for Building Division Expansion design services (5-0)
• Awarded security guard services contract to Eagle Globe Protective Services (5-0)
• Approved construction agreement with Arnco Construction Inc. for Lancaster Ranch Park Phase 1 (5-0)
• Approved ground lease amendments with Mach1 Aviation, LLC and Sheltair Kissimmee, LLC (5-0)
• Approved space use permit for Toho Water Authority airport training (5-0)
• Approved 30-day extension for Historic Preservation Board Seat #3 vacancy (5-0)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission will hold a public meeting to swear in five new police officers and introduce a new medical center at 1821 Armstrong Blvd. The Commission will also vote on several contracts, including geotechnical engineering services, a dump truck purchase, and sidewalk design work.

• Swearing in five new police officers: Edenid Munoz, Rosalyn Espiet, Andres Contramaestre, Darius Culpepper, Jaiquan Owens
• Economic Development Incentive Agreement with Kissimmee Professional Plaza, LLC for $53,200 in incentives for a $5M medical center at 1821 Armstrong Blvd
• Purchase of a dump truck from Florida Kenworth LLC for $167,391.00
• Award of Design Services Contract to METRO Consulting Group, LLC for the West Hill Street Sidewalk Project for $130,000.00
• Award of Contract Bid IFB2022-002 for Citywide Asphalt Milling, Resurfacing, and Concrete Repair Services

The City Commission approved its consent agenda in full, 5-0, including an economic development incentive agreement with Kissimmee Professional Plaza, LLC, a new medical practice planned on Armstrong Boulevard. Commissioners also approved four candidates as qualified for the August 23, 2022 General Election for Seats #2 and #4, and adopted Resolution #14-2022 supporting the election proclamation and ballot name order, both 5-0. No action was taken on annual advisory board appointments and vacancies; the commission was reminded a 30-day extension was granted at the June 7 meeting. The meeting adjourned at 6:13 PM.

• Approved consent agenda in its entirety (5-0), including the Economic Development Incentive Agreement with Kissimmee Professional Plaza, LLC
• Approved purchase of a dump truck from Florida Kenworth LLC for $167,391.00 (consent agenda)
• Approved design services contract to METRO Consulting Group, LLC for the West Hill Street Sidewalk Project for $130,000.00 (consent agenda)
• Approved acceptance of $5,924.46 in donations from Kissimmee Police Explorers Post 802 (consent agenda)
• Approved continuing geotechnical engineering services contracts with five firms (consent agenda)
• Approved acceptance of FDOT Alert Today Florida pedestrian and bicycle safety enforcement grant funding (consent agenda)
• Approved transfer of $3,800 from Vehicle Maintenance to Sales Tax Project ST2206 for Rescue Unit 112 re-chassis (consent agenda)
• Approved four candidates as qualified for the August 23, 2022 General Election for Seats #2 and #4 (5-0)

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board is meeting to consider two public hearings: the annexation of 15.50 acres for Give Kids The World (Ordinance #22-14) and an amendment to the Fountainhead Planned Unit Development (PUD-22-0003). The board will also approve the May 4, 2022 meeting minutes and appoint a chair and vice chair.

• Public hearing on annexation of 15.50 acres for Give Kids The World (AX-22-0002, Ordinance #22-14)
• Public hearing on Fountainhead PUD Amendment (PUD-22-0003)
• Approval of May 4, 2022 meeting minutes
• Appointment/reappointment of Planning Advisory Board Chair and Vice Chair

The Planning Advisory Board approved a Fountainhead PUD amendment (PUD-22-0003) covering about 128.1 acres, subject to one condition that other standards remain governed by the Land Development Code. It also approved annexation of 15.50 acres for Give Kids The World (AX-22-0002, proposed Ordinance #22-14), located east of Bass Road, south of West Vine Street and west of Hoagland Boulevard, for use as low-impact overflow parking for a yearly Christmas event. The board approved the May 4, 2022 minutes and tabled the appointment of a board chair and vice chair. All recorded motions carried 4-0.

• Approved Fountainhead PUD amendment (PUD-22-0003) on ~128.1 acres, subject to 1 condition (4-0)
• Approved annexation of 15.50 acres for Give Kids The World (AX-22-0002, proposed Ordinance #22-14) (4-0)
• Approved May 4, 2022 Planning Advisory Board meeting minutes (4-0)
• Tabled appointment/reappointment of Planning Advisory Board chair and vice chair (4-0)

Advisory Boards

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will consider approving minutes, hear public comment, and receive a department update. The main business is scoring fee waiver applications for two periods and discussing an update to the Community Benefit Fund policy.

• Fee Waiver Scoring - Period III - 2021/22
• Fee Waiver Grant Scoring - Period I - 2022/23
• Update of Community Benefit Fund Policy
• Department Director Update
• Minutes approval

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board approved the April 13, 2022 minutes and awarded a $1,895.60 fee waiver to the Freedom Fund Banquet. It also approved $22,739.88 in fee waiver awards for eight Period I 2022/23 events. Separately, the board awarded $1,850 to the Rank Up National 7u Tournament and $2,500 to Christmas for the Kids Osceola under the Community Benefit Fund policy; three other requests did not meet the new policy.

• Approved April 13, 2022 meeting minutes as is (8-0)
• Approved $1,895.60 fee waiver for Freedom Fund Banquet (8-0)
• Approved Period I 2022/23 fee waiver scores and awards totaling $22,739.88 (8-0)
• Awarded $1,850 to Rank Up National 7u Tournament (8-0)
• Awarded $2,500 to Christmas for the Kids Osceola (8-0)
• Three Community Benefit requests (Vacation Bible School, Summer Cheer Camp, Tara Jacob Brown Scholarship Foundation) did not meet the new policy for funding

Pension Boards

The Police Pension Board will meet to hear a presentation regarding the replacement of Anchor Capital Advisors. The board will also review the AndCo flash report from April 30, 2022.

• Presentation by Brandywine Global regarding replacement of Anchor Capital Advisors
• Review of April 30, 2022 AndCo flash report

The Kissimmee Police Pension Board heard portfolio presentations from Brandywine Global and AndCo, approving a motion to retain Brandywine Global using Capis as the transaction manager while terminating Anchor Capital. The Board also approved a cost study for proposed COLA changes not to exceed $750.00 and noted that financial disclosures are due July 1, 2022.

• Approved having Scott Christiansen review agreements to retain Brandywine Global, use Capis as transaction manager, and terminate Anchor Capital (4-0)
• Approved the cost study for proposed COLA scenarios not to exceed $750.00 (4-0)

General

The General Pension Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, expenses, and the actuarial valuation report. They will also discuss a possible study on adding retirement options and select officers for the board.

• Discussion of a study for additional retirement options
• Approval of 2nd quarter expenses
• Approval of revised General Employees Actuarial Valuation Report for October 1, 2021
• Review of March 31, 2022 quarterly report and April 30, 2022 flash report
• Selection of officers for the Board of Trustees

The City of Kissimmee General Employees Pension Board voted 4-0 to approve the revised October 1, 2021 Actuarial Valuation Report using a 6.8% investment return assumption, and separately affirmed 6.8% as a reasonable expected rate of return. The board also approved its February 24, 2022 minutes, 2nd quarter expenses, and 2nd quarter retirements, DROP, and return of contributions, all 4-0. On old business, the board voted 4-0 to let the City and Toho proceed through their budget processes before any pension plan changes are recommended. Three trustees were absent, and no one spoke during the audience portion.

• Approved revised October 1, 2021 Actuarial Valuation Report with 6.8% investment return assumption (4-0)
• Affirmed 6.8% expected rate of return as reasonable for current year, near term, and long term (4-0)
• Approved February 24, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• Approved 2nd Quarter Expenses for January, February, and March 2022 (4-0)
• Approved 2nd Quarter Retirements, DROP, and return of contributions for January, February, and March 2022 (4-0)
• Voted to let City and Toho go through their budget process before any pension plan change recommendation; if no request, matter will be left alone (4-0)
• Kept officers as is: Chris Wilson Chairman, Tony Curtis Vice Chairman, Craig Holland Secretary (4-0)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission will hold public hearings and final votes on three related items for a 1.19-acre parcel east of Old Vineland Road: annexation into the city, a Future Land Use Plan amendment to allow multi-family medium density residential (MF-MDR), and a zoning map amendment to Neighborhood Open (T4-O). The commission will also consider substantial amendments to CDBG annual action plans, reallocating funds among housing, sidewalk, and disability projects, and will act on a consent agenda covering contracts, grants, and other routine items.

• Annexation of 1.19 acres at Tangelo Circle (Ordinance 22-08)
• Land use change to MF-MDR (Ordinance 22-10) and zoning change to T4-O (Ordinance 22-11)
• CDBG amendments: $150,000 for sidewalks, $150,000 for disability facilities, $53,287 to rehab single-unit homes
• CDBG award of $150,000 to Opportunity Center for rehab at 310 N. Clyde Avenue
• Contract extension for school crossing guards and $20,000 transfer to Community Benefit Fund

The City Commission approved the annexation of 1.19 acres and updated the land use and zoning designations for that property to support multi-family residential development. The commission also approved several CDBG fund awards and a contract for school crossing guard services.

• Approved annexation of 1.19 acres east of Old Vineland and north of W. Vine St. (5-0)
• Approved land use change to Multi Family Medium Density Residential for 1.19 acres (5-0)
• Approved zoning change to City Neighborhood Open (T4-O) for 1.19 acres (5-0)
• Approved $539,421.12 contract with All City Management Services for school crossing guards (5-0)
• Approved $150,000 CDBG award to Opportunity Center, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $67,000 CDBG award to Osceola Council on Aging, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved purchase of street sweeper for $259,311.51 (5-0)
• Appointed Stephen Fisher to the Board of Adjustment (5-0)

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board convened a workshop meeting with no substantive decisions or votes. The agenda included procedural items, old and new business, and a discussion period with presentations by staff, but no specific proposals, ordinances, or public hearings were listed.

The Planning Advisory Board held a workshop on June 1, 2022. Assistant City Attorney Kalanit Oded presented on the Sunshine Law, public records, quasi-judicial proceedings, parliamentary procedures and voting conflicts. Planning Manager Brenda Ryan presented on the Comprehensive Plan and local zoning rules and regulations. No substantive decisions, votes, or public hearings were recorded; the meeting adjourned at 8:11 p.m.

General

The Kissimmee City Commission is holding a workshop to discuss an update on the Parks and Recreation Department. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda contains only this discussion item.

• Presentation on updates to the Parks and Recreation Department

The City Commission held a workshop to discuss updates from the Parks and Recreation Department, including upcoming events, grant projects, facility improvements, and park developments. No formal votes or substantive policy decisions were made during the meeting.

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Charter School Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, a mental health plan, a lunch program contract, a wellness policy, and an audit engagement. They will also review a financial report and discuss a camera purchase and installation.

• Mental Health Assistance Allocation Plan
• National School Lunch Program Contract Renewal
• Audit Engagement Letter for King & Walker
• Camera Purchase and Installation
• Financial Report

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board will hold a public hearing on two items: a proposed amendment to the Fountainhead Planned Unit Development (PUD-22-0003) and an ordinance to annex 15.50 acres of land for Give Kids The World (AX-22-0002). The board will also consider procedural minutes and old business before adjourning.

• Public Hearing - Fountainhead PUD Amendment: PUD-22-0003
• Public Hearing - Ordinance to Annex 15.50 acres for Give Kids The World: AX-22-0002

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission will hold public hearings on two land-use ordinances: a final reading to rezone several properties in the Form-Based Code area to higher-intensity transect zones, and a first reading to transmit a Future Land Use Map amendment establishing the MU-V (Mixed Use Vine) designation. The commission will also consider a consent agenda with routine items including contracts, grants, and a fireworks bid.

• Final reading of Ordinance 22-13 to rezone properties in Form-Based Code area (e.g., OS to T5-M, T4-O to T5-M, MUPUD to T5-M/T5-U)
• First reading of Ordinance 22-12 to transmit MU-V land use designation to state agencies
• Change Order No. 2 for Airport Electrical Vault Project: $84,705.03 (FAA-funded)
• Mach1 Aviation QTI contract amendment (no new financial obligation)
• Award of continuing surveying services contracts to four firms

The Commission adopted an ordinance to correct zoning designations near the Civic Center and Library and approved a first reading to amend land use for the Vine Street CRA. A comprehensive consent agenda was approved, including airport infrastructure funding and community center repairs.

• Adopted Ordinance #3058 amending zoning designations (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Proposed Ordinance #22-12 for Vine Street CRA land use (5-0)
• Approved $84,705.03 change order for Airport Electrical Vault Project (5-0)
• Approved $121,500.00 for Chambers Park Community Center roof replacement (5-0)
• Awarded $30,000 contract to Zambelli Fireworks of Florida for July 4th celebration (5-0)
• Approved $96,692.41 contract amendment for Shingle Creek Regional Trail project (5-0)
• Appointed Pedro Lopez to the Police Pension Board (5-0)
• Appointed Melissa Thacker to the Planning Advisory Board (5-0)

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board will hold public hearings on several proposed ordinances, including rezoning properties in the Form-Based Code area, establishing new future land use designations (MU-V and MF-MDR), and approving two murals as true works of art. The board will also consider amendments to the AdventHealth and Fountainhead PUDs and approve the April 6, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on ZMA-22-0002, rezoning properties in the Form-Based Code area (Ordinance 22-13)
• Public hearing on LUPA-22-0004, establishing MU-V (Mixed Use Vine) land use designation (Ordinance 22-12)
• Public hearing on LUPA-22-0002, establishing MF-MDR (Multi Family Medium Density Residential) land use designation (Ordinance 22-10)
• Public hearing on ZMA-22-0001, establishing T4-O (Neighborhood Open) zoning designation (Ordinance 22-11)
• Public hearings on murals at 321 E. Dakin Ave. and 2706 N. John Young Parkway

The Planning Advisory Board approved a series of zoning and land-use changes, including a Form-Based Code amendment affecting multiple properties, a Mixed Use Vine land-use designation, and two murals. It also approved a multi-family medium-density land-use change and a related zoning change, both tied to a pending annexation. The Fountainhead PUD amendment was continued to the May 18, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes of the April 6, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Approved ZMA-22-0002, Form-Based Code rezoning of several properties (4-0)
• Approved LUPA-22-0004, Mixed Use Vine land-use designation (4-0)
• Approved CU-22-0002, mural at 321 E. Dakin Ave. (4-0)
• Approved CU-22-0003, mural at 2706 N. John Young Parkway (4-0)
• Approved LUPA-22-0002, Multi-Family Medium Density Residential land use, subject to annexation and DEO review (4-0)
• Approved ZMA-22-0001, T4-O Neighborhood Open zoning, subject to annexation and land-use amendment (4-0)
• Approved PUD-22-0002, Advent Health PUD sign standards amendment (4-0)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission will hold first readings on two ordinances: annexing 1.19 acres near Tangelo Circle and changing the future land use on 114.25 acres near E. Osceola Parkway to allow industrial warehouse uses. The consent agenda includes several routine items, such as approving minutes, agreements, and resolutions. The meeting also includes proclamations and employee recognition.

• Annexation of 1.19 acres at Tangelo Circle (Ordinance 22-08)
• Land use change on 114.25 acres from residential/commercial to Conservation and Industrial Business (Ordinance 22-09)
• Approval of $1,217,478.50 in HOME-ARP funds for rental assistance and supportive services
• Agreement with Pinellas County Sheriff's Office for access to Florida's Facial Recognition Network
• Resolution establishing qualifying period for August 23, 2022 City General Election

The Kissimmee City Commission approved two first-reading ordinances: annexing about 1.19 acres at Tangelo Circle and amending the future land use on 114.25 acres west of Florida's Turnpike from multi-family and commercial designations to Conservation and Industrial Business. Both passed 5-0. The commission also approved a consent agenda (minus one item pulled for discussion) covering police facial recognition network access, election qualifying dates, a Tele911 virtual-visit agreement, several plats and contracts, and airport funding. In discussion, commissioners approved the HOME-ARP allocation plan with staff changes expanding rental assistance from 10 to 20 households for one year at up to $1,500 per month, and reappointed several advisory board members.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance #22-08 annexing ~1.19 acres at Tangelo Circle (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance #22-09 changing future land use on 114.25 acres to Conservation and Industrial Business (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda minus Item 7.13 (5-0), including police facial recognition network agreement and Resolution #05-2022 setting August 23, 2022 election qualifying period
• Adopted Resolution #06-2022 for FDOT agreement on West Oak St at John Young Pkwy intersection improvements
• Adopted Resolution #07-2022 accepting FDOT grant for design of infrastructure for Parcel 8 at Kissimmee Gateway Airport
• Approved HOME-ARP allocation plan with staff changes: 20 households, one year, up to $1,500/month (motion by Fisher, seconded by Castano)
• Reappointed Nilisa Council and Nina Hill to Citizens Police Review Board; Robin Wright, Edward Kilroy, Guillermo 'Bill' Hansen to Parks & Recreation Advisory Board (each 5-0)
• Reappointed Mary Carr and Wilfredo Fonseca to Board of Adjustment; Robert Spalding to Planning Advisory Board; Scott Brooks to Historic Preservation Board (each 5-0)

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Charter School Board is meeting to discuss and decide on school operations, including a proposed expansion of Bill Beck Boulevard facilities, a bus fleet analysis, a financial report, and a preliminary budget. The consent agenda includes a teacher salary increase allocation, a mobile panic alert system, the 2022-2023 school calendar, and floor waxing, among other routine items.

• Bill Beck Expansion
• Bus Fleet Analysis
• Teacher Salary Increase Allocation
• Mobile Panic Alert System/Alyssa's Alert
• Preliminary Budget

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission will hold public hearings on three key items: a final vote to annex 13.52 acres of land (Hilliard Park), a zoning change to Single Family Residential (RA-4) for the same parcel, and a second reading of an ordinance updating alcohol regulations. The meeting also includes a swearing-in ceremony for three new police officers and routine consent agenda items such as grants and contracts.

• Annexation of 13.52 acres (Hilliard Park) via Ordinance #22-002
• Zoning change to Single Family Residential (RA-4) on Hilliard Park via Ordinance #22-004
• Second reading of Alcoholic Beverages ordinance update (#22-07), including liquor store size reduction to 5,000 sq ft
• Swearing in of three new police officers: Jonathan Rogenus, Brian Lopez, Tristan Clark
• Amendment No. 2 to RS&H, Inc. contract for West Oak Street/John Young Parkway project ($92,035.02)

The Commission authorized the sale of up to $37 million in capital improvement bonds and approved the annexation of 13.52 acres for Hilliard Park. While the annexation passed, the Commission rejected a request for RA-4 zoning but approved a lower-density RA-3 designation for the site. Other actions included updating alcoholic beverage ordinances and approving a local housing assistance plan.

• Approved $37M Capital Improvement Refunding Revenue Bonds, Series 2022 (5-0)
• Approved annexation of 13.52 acres for Hilliard Park (3-2)
• Denied RA-4 zoning for Hilliard Park (1-4)
• Approved RA-3 zoning for Hilliard Park (3-2)
• Approved amendments to Alcoholic Beverage Ordinances (5-0)
• Approved Local Housing Assistance Plan for FY 2022-2025 (5-0)
• Approved $150,000 Florida Boating Improvement Program Grant application (5-0)
• Approved $92,035.02 contract amendment for West Oak Street project (5-0)

Advisory Boards

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, receive a department update, and discuss Community Benefit Fund requests and awards. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific dollar amounts or project details listed.

• Community Benefit Fund Requests
• Community Benefit Fund Awarded
• Department Director Update
• Minutes Approval

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board approved four Community Benefit Fund grants totaling $9,500 to local organizations for tutoring, literacy, and school programs. The board also approved its February 9, 2022 meeting minutes 6-0. Director Steve Lackey reported on staffing, park projects, grant applications, and upcoming events, including that the Berlinsky Community House will be replaced rather than rebuilt with $3.2 million currently funded.

• Approved February 9, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved $2,500 Community Benefit grant to Kingdom Kids Christian Academy for tutoring/food pantry
• Approved $2,500 Community Benefit grant to School District of Osceola County for Special Programs, Smart & Read Bus
• Approved $2,000 Community Benefit grant to Foster Grants and Giving, Inc for literacy program
• Approved $2,500 Community Benefit grant to School District of Osceola County for Educational Choices & Innovation, 2022 Choice Fair
• Noted $2,500 Community Benefit grant to Athletes United Group College Tour was approved by the City Manager due to deadline constraints

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board will hold public hearings on an annexation and two land-use amendments, including a large-scale plan change and a planned unit development amendment for industrial uses. The board will also approve minutes from its March 16, 2022 meeting.

• Public hearing on annexation of Tangelio Circle (Ordinance 22-008)
• Public hearing on large-scale land use plan amendment for Constellation (formerly Ramona) to change designations to CONS and IB (Ordinance 22-009)
• Public hearing on PUD amendment for Constellation (formerly Ramona) for industrial uses
• Approval of March 16, 2022 meeting minutes

The Planning Advisory Board approved three items: the minutes of its March 16, 2022 meeting, a 1.19-acre annexation east of Old Vineland and north of W. Vine St., and a large-scale land use change plus planned unit development for about 114.25 acres west of Florida's Turnpike and east of Bill Beck Blvd. The land use and PUD approvals are conditioned on City Commission approval, with the land use amendment also transmitted to the Department of Economic Opportunity. All votes were 5-0. The meeting adjourned at 6:34 p.m.

• Approved March 16, 2022 Planning Advisory Board minutes (5-0)
• Approved annexation AX-22-0001, Tangelo Circle, about 1.19 acres east of Old Vineland and north of W. Vine St. (5-0)
• Approved large-scale land use amendment LUPA-22-0001, Constellation (formerly Ramona), about 114.25 acres, subject to City Commission approval and transmittal to the Department of Economic Opportunity (5-0)
• Approved PUD-22-0001, Constellation (formerly Ramona), industrial warehouse uses on about 114.25 acres, subject to City Commission approval of LUPA-22-0001 (5-0)

General

The Citizens Police Review Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, and review police investigations, including sample IA 21-016 and response to resistance 22-000100. They will also receive a body worn camera training presentation and discuss new inquiries and other business.

• Review of sample IA 21-016
• Review of response to resistance 22-000100
• Body worn camera training presentation
• Approval of board minutes from February 2, 2022
• Public comment period

The Board approved the meeting minutes from February 2, 2022. Members reviewed a sample internal affairs case regarding lost property and a response to resistance report. Captain Brandon Layne provided a presentation on body-worn camera training.

• Approved February 2, 2022 Board Minutes (5-0)
• Reviewed Sample IA 21-016 regarding property loss
• Reviewed Response To Resistance 22-000100

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission will hold a first reading of an ordinance amending the alcoholic beverages code, including adding a definition of 'stock meal' and reducing the minimum building size for liquor stores from 12,000 to 5,000 square feet. The consent agenda includes contracts for fuel tank repairs, airport security, trail construction, and design services for the Connect Kissimmee Complete Streets project. Discussion items include funding for the Complete Streets design and a CRA incentive agreement.

• Ordinance #22-07 amending alcoholic beverages code, reducing liquor store minimum size to 5,000 sq ft
• $59,925.10 for fuel tank spill bucket replacements at Central Services Complex
• Change Order No. 4 ($6,140) for Kissimmee Gateway Airport security improvements
• Interlocal agreement with Osceola County for Shingle Creek Regional Trail Phase 2B
• Supplemental agreement for Connect Kissimmee Complete Streets design, adding $206,514 in FDOT funding

The Kissimmee City Commission approved the first reading of Ordinance #22-07, which updates and reorganizes the city's alcoholic beverages code, on a 5-0 vote. It also approved its entire consent agenda in one motion, including a $1,860,210.81 design services agreement with AECOM for the Connect Kissimmee Complete Streets Project and a $59,925.10 purchase of fuel tank spill buckets. Acting as the CRA Board, the commission approved funding for the Connect Kissimmee Complete Streets design and engineering and a $191,000 Pioneer Project Incentive Program agreement with Z Family Assets, LLC at 308 Broadway, both 5-0. It also appointed Bryant Colemen to the MetroPlan Orlando Citizen Advisory Committee, 5-0.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance #22-07 amending the alcoholic beverages code (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda in its entirety, including minutes, purchases, plats, and agreements
• Approved $1,860,210.81 AECOM design services agreement for Connect Kissimmee Complete Streets Project
• Approved $59,925.10 for two fuel tank spill bucket replacements at Central Services Complex
• Approved $6,140.00 Change Order No. 4 with Gomez Construction for Kissimmee Gateway Airport security improvements
• Approved $30,837.70 increase via Change Orders No. 1 and 2 with Schuller Contractors for Toho-Valencia Trail II Project
• Approved $95,985.60 SHIP rehabilitation agreement for 110 N. Palm Avenue with Lucy Rodrigues and Habitat for Humanity
• Approved CRA funding for Connect Kissimmee Complete Streets design and engineering (5-0)

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board is meeting to consider two conditional use requests: one for a mural at the Opportunity Center and one for a commercial development on MLK with retail, restaurant, office, and indoor recreation uses. The board will also vote on approving the February 16, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing CU-22-0001: Opportunity Center mural authorization as a true work of art
• Public hearing CU-21-0001: MLK Commercial conditional use with site plan (retail, restaurant, business services, office, indoor private recreation)
• Approval of February 16, 2022 Planning Advisory Board meeting minutes

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board approved a request to allow a mural at 310 N. Clyde Ave. as a true work of art, subject to four conditions, on a 4-0-1 vote with Chairman Bussiere abstaining. The board also approved a conditional use with site plan for retail sales, restaurant, business services, office, and indoor private recreation on about 0.674 acres, adding personal services as a use, on a 4-0-1 vote with Vice Chairman Wolff abstaining. The board approved its February 16, 2022 meeting minutes 5-0. The meeting adjourned at 6:18 p.m.

• Approved February 16, 2022 Planning Advisory Board meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved mural at 310 N. Clyde Ave. as a true work of art, subject to 4 conditions (4-0-1, Bussiere abstained)
• Approved conditional use with site plan for retail sales, restaurant, business services, office, and indoor private recreation on ~0.674 acres, subject to 2 conditions plus added personal services condition (4-0-1, Wolff abstained)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission will hold public hearings on updating emergency medical service rates, rezoning 30.92 acres from PMUD to RC-1 along Mill Slough Road, and annexing 13.52 acres near Hilliard Park. The meeting also includes recognitions and routine consent items.

• Second and final reading of Ordinance 22-06 to raise EMS rates (e.g., BLS transport to $775, ALS transport to $870)
• Final reading of Ordinance 22-001 to rezone 30.92 acres from PMUD to RC-1 for 214 townhomes near Mill Slough Road
• First reading of Ordinance 22-002 to annex 13.52 acres near Hilliard Park (Simpson Road area)
• Approval of Magnolia Park Replat (DRC# SR-21-0002)
• Agreement with Verra Mobility for $X traffic camera safety program (amount not specified)

The Kissimmee City Commission approved updates to emergency medical service rates, a zoning change for land on Mill Slough Road, and the annexation of 13.52 acres for Hilliard Park. They also approved a Planned Unit Development amendment for Tapestry Parcel 2 and adopted a consent agenda including a $3.4 million drainage project grant.

• Approved Ordinance 22-06 updating EMS rates and biennial adjustments (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 30.92 acres on Mill Slough Road from MUPUD to RC-1 (5-0)
• Approved first reading of annexation for 13.52 acres at Hilliard Park (4-1)
• Approved PUD Amendment for Tapestry Parcel 2 Phases 2 and 3 (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $3.4M CDBG-MIT funds for Woodside Drainage (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Verra Mobility for Traffic Camera Safety Program (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Commissioner Castano to MetroPlan Orlando Board (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 01-2022 authorizing City Engineer to bind City in court (5-0)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission will hold a first reading of an ordinance to increase emergency medical services (EMS) rates and charges, which have not been updated since 2012. The commission will also consider several consent agenda items, including contracts for roofing services, a police radio purchase, and a subdivision plat approval.

• First reading of Ordinance 22-06 to raise EMS base rates (e.g., BLS transport from $600 to $775, ALS 1 from $650 to $800, mileage from $10 to $12 per loaded mile)
• Award of bid (RFP2022-001) for roofing installation and repair services to four contractors: Advanced Roofing, Inc., Atlas Apex Roof LLC, Roof Control Services, Inc., and Springer-Peterson Roofing and Sheet Metal
• Approval of Fourth Amended and Restated Interlocal Agreement on Educational Impact Fees, with fees increasing in 2022 and 2023 (e.g., single-family detached from $11,823 to $12,373 then $12,923)
• Purchase of 13 Motorola portable radios for the Police Department at a total cost of $63,094.59
• Acceptance of a $9,019 EMS County Awards Grant for CPR manikins and AEDs

The City Commission approved the first reading of Proposed Ordinance No. 22-06, which updates emergency medical service rates and charges and, if passed on second reading, would let staff automatically adjust fees every two years using the Ambulance Inflation Factor and Consumer Price Index. The commission also approved the entire consent agenda in one motion, covering meeting minutes, roofing contractor services, an educational impact fee agreement, police radios, an EMS grant, police tow rules, and a subdivision plat. No public hearings beyond the first reading were held, and no discussion items were on the agenda. The meeting adjourned at 6:19 PM.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 22-06 updating EMS rates and charges, with automatic biennial adjustments (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda in its entirety (unanimous, no vote tally recorded)
• Approved February 1 and February 15, 2022 Commission minutes (consent agenda)
• Awarded roofing installation and repair contractor services for City facilities to top four responsive bidders (consent agenda)
• Authorized Mayor to sign Fourth Amended and Restated Interlocal Agreement on Educational Impact Fees with Osceola County, St. Cloud and School Board (consent agenda)
• Approved purchase of portable police radios from Motorola Solutions, Inc. for $63,094.59 (consent agenda)
• Accepted 2021-2022 EMS County Awards grant and established grant accounts (consent agenda)
• Approved Police Department General Order 434 and Tow Rotation Application and Inspection Form, and approved Sonoma Resort at Tapestry Phase 2A final plat (consent agenda)

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Charter School Board is meeting to discuss routine business, including a financial report and a teacher salary discussion. The agenda also includes presentations on CivicClerk utilization, a certificate of appreciation, and a conference update, along with consent items like meeting minutes and an A/C replacement.

• Teacher Salary Discussion
• Financial Report
• A/C Replacement
• January 27, 2022 Meeting Minutes
• CivicClerk Utilization Presentation

Pension Boards

The General Pension Board is meeting to handle routine administrative and financial business. They will approve prior meeting minutes, review the quarterly financial report and an investment fund presentation, and consider expense reports, retirements, and the 2021 actuarial valuation report. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of November 16, 2021 and December 14, 2021 pension minutes
• Review of December 31, 2021 Quarterly Financial Report for FY 2021
• Presentation and approval of Boyd Watterson GSA Fund Book 4th Quarter 2021
• Approval of 4th Quarter Expense Report and retirements/return of contributions
• Approval of the Actuarial Valuation 2021 Report

The Board approved a $5 million allocation to the GSA fund via Boyd Watterson and revised the October 1, 2021, Actuarial Valuation Report to use a 6.8% investment return assumption. The Board also approved first-quarter expenses, retirements, and previous meeting minutes.

• Approved $5M allocation with Boyd Watterson for GSA fund (5-0)
• Revised Oct 1, 2021 Actuarial Valuation Report to 6.8% investment return assumption (5-0)
• Approved November 16, 2021 minutes
• Approved December 14, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Approved 1st Quarter Expenses for Oct-Dec 2021 (5-0)
• Approved 1st Quarter Retirements, DROP, and return of contributions (5-0)

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board will hold public hearings on a conditional use request for a Chipotle restaurant with a drive-through, the annexation of Hilliard Park, and several land use and zoning amendments. The board will also consider a PUD amendment for Tapestry Parcel 2. These are recommendations that will go to the City Commission for final decisions.

• Conditional use for Chipotle drive-through on 2.06 acres (T5-U zoning)
• Annexation of 13.52 acres for Hilliard Park (Ordinance 22-002)
• Land use change for Hilliard Park from County LDR to City MF-MDR (Ordinance 22-003)
• Zoning change for Hilliard Park from County E-1 to City RB-1 (Ordinance 22-004)
• Zoning change for Mill Slough Road from PMUD to RC-1 on 30.92 acres (Ordinance 22-001)

The Planning Advisory Board approved a conditional use permit for a Chipotle restaurant and the annexation of Hilliard Park. The board denied a land use amendment for Hilliard Park and rejected a related zoning map amendment. Other approved actions included a zoning change for Mill Slough Road and a PUD amendment for Tapestry Parcel 2.

• Approved Chipotle restaurant and retail drive-thru facility with 3 conditions (5-0)
• Approved annexation of 13.52 acres at Hilliard Park (5-0)
• Denied land use amendment for Hilliard Park based on traffic (5-0)
• Denied zoning map amendment for Hilliard Park (2-3)
• Approved zoning map amendment for Mill Slough Road to RC-1 (5-0)
• Approved PUD amendment for Tapestry Parcel 2, Phases 2 & 3 with 3 conditions (5-0)
• Approved December 15, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission is meeting to vote on a second reading of an ordinance enabling parking by permit downtown, and to consider several consent agenda items including a $212,404.64 change order for the airport electrical vault project. The agenda also includes proclamations, a public hearing, and approval of the city's strategic plan components.

• Second and final reading of Ordinance 22-05 to allow parking by permit downtown
• Change Order No. 1 with Gomez Construction for $212,404.64 for airport electrical vault
• Supplemental Agreement with AVCON, Inc. for $38,050.25 for airport electrical vault design
• Accept $25,000 sponsorship from Kissimmee Utility Authority for festival series
• Submit grant application for Shingle Creek Regional Trail

The City Commission approved an ordinance allowing for the future use of permitted parking, though a specific policy must be developed and approved before implementation. The Commission also approved the City's Strategic Plan for fiscal year 2022-23 and passed a series of routine consent items.

• Adopted Ordinance #3052 to enable parking by permit (4-0)
• Approved Strategic Plan for FY2022-2023 (4-0)
• Approved $212,404.64 change order with Gomez Construction for Airport Electrical Vault Project
• Accepted $25,000 sponsorship from Kissimmee Utility Authority for festival series
• Approved Traffic Easement Agreement with Speedy Wash Laundry, Inc. for West Oak Street and North Central Avenue signal
• Approved Supplemental Agreement No. 1 with AVCON, Inc. for airport electrical vault project
• Approved landscape service agreement amendments for Premier Lawn Maintenance LLC and Groundtek of Central Florida LLC
• Approved grant application to Florida Department of Environmental Protection for Shingle Creek Regional Trail

Advisory Boards

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review and score fee waiver applications, consider three Community Benefit Fund requests, and discuss a $400,000 grant application for Shingle Creek Regional Trail improvements. The board will also approve minutes from the December 8, 2021 meeting.

• 2022 Recreational Trails Program grant application for $400,000 for Shingle Creek Regional Trail improvements
• Fee waiver applications: CAFA Scholarship Banquet, Kissimmee United Against Violence Resource Fair, Kissimmee Jurassic Jungle Live, Osceola Youth and Family Summit, Puerto Rican Parade
• Community Benefit Fund requests: $2,000 for Student Magazine Publication (Osceola High School), $2,500 for Caribbean Heritage Cultural Education Weekend (Solid Rock Church), $2,500 for Team Kareem Memorial Water Safety Education
• Approval of December 8, 2021 meeting minutes

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved a grant application for the 2022 Recreational Trails Program. Members also scored and awarded fee waiver grants to five local organizations and approved three Community Benefit Fund applications.

• Approved December 8, 2021 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Approved 2022 Recreational Trails Program grant application (9-0)
• Awarded $1,296 to CAFA Scholarship Banquet
• Awarded $2,084 to Kissimmee United Against Violence Resource Fair
• Awarded $2,100 to Kissimmee Jurassic Jungle Live
• Awarded $3,000 to Osceola Youth and Family Summit
• Awarded $2,400 to Puerto Rican Parade
• Approved three Community Benefit Fund applications

Advisory Boards

The Citizens' Police Review Board is meeting to select a chairperson and vice-chairperson, approve minutes, and take public comment. Under new business, the board will review sample internal investigation and Kissimmee Police Department reports, consider a consent agenda, and discuss the 2022 meeting schedule.

• Selection of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Presentation of sample Internal Investigation (IA) and KPD reports
• Consent agenda
• Review of investigations and appearances
• Board meeting schedule for 2022

The Citizens' Police Review Board selected Joseph Billittier as Chairperson and Nilisa Council as Vice-Chairperson, both by 5-0 votes. The board also approved its 2022 meeting dates 5-0. Members reviewed three sample internal investigation and use-of-force cases presented by Lt. Downing, including body-worn camera video; the board reached consensus agreeing with the findings in one case (IA 21-006). No public comment, old business, or consent agenda items were recorded.

• Selected Joseph Billittier as Board Chairperson (5-0)
• Selected Nilisa Council as Board Vice-Chairperson (5-0)
• Approved 2022 board meeting dates (5-0)
• Reached consensus agreeing with findings in internal investigation case IA 21-006

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission held a meeting to swear in four new police officers, recognize local achievements, and approve routine contracts and ordinances. The body also discussed a proposed parking ordinance amendment and authorized grant applications for crime victim services.

• Swearing in four new police officers: Wilfredo Castro, Karen Devaliere, Kristian Rivera, and Thinh Vo
• Approval of $64,560.34 amendment to Woodside Drainage Improvement project design services with RS&H, Inc
• Purchase of Alamo Brahma drop-wing mower for $124,848.70
• Purchase of John Deere 644 L-series wheel loader for $223,853.80
• Approval of $373,204 bid award for Hudson Street Improvements Project to DB Civil Construction, LLC

The City Commission approved the first reading of an ordinance to allow for future permitted parking in downtown. Commissioners also approved a consent agenda that included several infrastructure improvement projects, equipment purchases, and grant applications.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 22-05 regarding parking (5-0)
• Approved 2022-23 VOCA grant application
• Approved $64,560.34 amendment for Woodside Drainage project
• Approved $124,848.70 purchase of drop-wing mower
• Approved $223,853.80 purchase of wheel loader
• Approved $69,091.60 amendment for West Oak Street project
• Awarded $373,204 Hudson Street construction bid to DB Civil Construction, LLC

Pension Boards

The Kissimmee Police Pension Board is meeting to review the 2021 Actuarial Valuation Report and the quarterly investment report through December 31, 2021. They will also vote on first-quarter expenses, retirements, and the revised Summary Plan Description. The agenda includes standard administrative items and a report from the attorney.

• Review of 2021 Actuarial Valuation Report by Foster & Foster
• Review of quarterly investment report through Dec 31, 2021 by AndCo
• Approval of 1st Quarter Expenses (Oct–Dec 2021)
• Approval of 1st Quarter Retirements/Return of Contributions/Share Allocation
• Approval of revised Summary Plan Description (Dec 1, 2021)

The City of Kissimmee Police Pension Board met on February 1, 2022 with three of five members present (Chairman Wilson Munoz, Charles Willdigg, Camille Alicea); Secretary Lisandra Roman and Trustee Catalin Cruz were absent. The board approved the October 1, 2021 Actuarial Valuation Report, approved rebalancing $3M in cash to an S&P mid-cap index fund, and approved a 7.2% net expected annual rate of return assumption, all by 3-0 votes. It also approved first-quarter expenses and retirements/return of contributions, the November 2, 2021 minutes, and the December 1, 2021 Summary Plan Description. The board voted 3-0 to ask actuary Doug Lozen whether changing the COLA to 10 increases starting a year after normal retirement date would carry a cost.

• Approved October 1, 2021 Actuarial Valuation Report (3-0)
• Approved rebalancing $3M in cash from net operating cost to the S&P mid-cap index fund (3-0)
• Approved 7.2% net expected annual rate of return assumption (3-0)
• Approved 1st Quarter Expenses for October, November, December 2021 (3-0)
• Approved 1st Quarter Retirements/Return of Contributions/Share Allocations (3-0)
• Approved November 2, 2021 minutes (3-0)
• Approved December 1, 2021 Summary Plan Description (3-0)
• Directed staff to contact actuary Doug Lozen on whether changing COLA to 10 increases starting a year after normal retirement date has a cost (3-0)

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Charter Academy Board is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including a revised FY 2022 budget, a contract fee calculation with the City of Kissimmee, and an update on the School Excellence Plan. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of previous meeting minutes and an out-of-field report. Public comments will be heard.

• FY 2022 revised budget
• City of Kissimmee contract additional fee calculation
• School Excellence Plan update - progress monitoring
• Teacher of the Year and Staff Member of the Year presentation
• Approval of October 7, 2021 meeting minutes

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission will consider a consent agenda with routine items, including the purchase of three automated garbage trucks for $1,160,145, a $121,125 transfer for cardiac monitors, and several other fire department purchases. No public hearings are scheduled. The meeting also includes an employee recognition and an advisory board appointment.

• Purchase of three automated garbage trucks for $1,160,145 from Kenworth of Central Florida
• Transfer of $121,125 from reserves for cardiac monitor project
• Award of continuing services for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing to five contractors
• Purchase of six exhaust protection systems for $56,366.94
• Consent to sub-lease between Sandpiper Florida Real Estate Holdings and VeriJet, Inc.

At its January 18, 2022 regular session, the Kissimmee City Commission approved its entire consent agenda in one 4-0 vote, covering routine items such as minutes approval, contractor awards, vehicle and equipment purchases, a consent to sub-lease, a position reclassification, and an interlocal agreement with Osceola County for opioid litigation settlement funding. The Commission also voted 4-0 to appoint Seewdat "David" Anderson to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. No public hearings or first/second readings were held, and the meeting adjourned at 6:07 PM. Mayor-Commissioner Olga Gonzalez was absent.

• Approved Consent Agenda in its entirety (4-0)
• Approved December 7, 2021 and December 21, 2021 Commission Minutes (consent)
• Awarded citywide mechanical, electrical and plumbing continuing services to top five responsive bidders, RFQ2021-001 (consent)
• Approved purchase of Freightliner M2 106 chassis via Excellance, Inc. for Rescue 112 re-chassis and $15,000 transfer from Fire Vehicle Maintenance to Sales Tax Fund project ST2206 (consent)
• Approved purchase of six No Smoke Direct Source Capture exhaust protection systems from Ward Diesel Filter Systems (consent)
• Approved trade-in of 14 high pressure air lift bags to Team Equipment, Inc. for 5% discount on new bags (consent)
• Approved Consent to Sub-Lease between Sandpiper Florida Real Estate Holdings, LLC and VeriJet, Inc. (consent)
• Approved $121,125 transfer from Reserves to Project FD2243 for 12 cardiac monitors (consent)