Kissimmee public meetings in 2023

Advisory Boards

The Planning Advisory Board will hold public hearings regarding several land use and zoning changes. These include a conditional use request for a private school and multiple ordinances to amend land use and zoning maps.

• Public Hearing: Conditional Use and Site Plan Waiver for Nazaret Christian Academy at 3030 & 3051 Lions Ct.
• Public Hearing: Future Land Use Map amendment for Palmetto Ave (LUPA-23-0005)
• Public Hearing: Zoning Map amendment for Palmetto Ave from Highway Commercial to Single-Family Residential (ZMA-23-0007)
• Public Hearing: Zoning Map amendment for Hilliard Isle to Mixed Used Planned Unit Development (PUD-22-0004)

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board approved a rezoning of about 883 acres at Hilliard Isle from county/city agricultural designations to Mixed Use Planned Unit Development (MUPUD), with 18 conditions, by a 5-0-1 vote (one abstention). The board also approved a conditional use with site plan waiver for a private school expansion, and two land-use/zoning changes on Palmetto Ave from commercial to residential. All other agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Approved Hilliard Isle MUPUD rezoning (PUD-22-0004) with 18 conditions (5-0-1, Thacker abstained)
• Approved conditional use with site plan waiver for Nazaret Christian Academy private school at 3030 & 3051 Lions Ct. with 11 conditions (6-0)
• Approved Future Land Use Map change from Commercial General to Single Family Low Density Residential on Palmetto Ave (LUPA-23-0005) (6-0)
• Approved Zoning Map change from Highway Commercial to Single-Family Residential (RA-2) on Palmetto Ave (ZMA-23-0007) (6-0)
• Approved minutes of Sept 6, Oct 4, and Nov 15, 2023 meetings (6-0 each)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission is meeting to approve a consent agenda with routine items, including the CDBG annual performance report, additional hurricane housing recovery funding, and several contracts and easements. A public hearing will be held on the CDBG report, and the commission will also discuss the 2024 meeting calendar.

• Approve $732,540 CDBG annual performance report for 2022-2023
• Accept $157,796 in additional Hurricane Housing Recovery Program funding
• Approve subrecipient agreement with Kissimmee Oaks Housing I, Inc. for hurricane repairs
• Approve 8 architectural/engineering continuing services agreements for projects up to $4,000,000
• Extend temporary construction easement with Osceola County School Board for Lancaster Ranch Park

The City Commission adopted the 2022-2023 Community Development Block Grant report and approved the 2024 annual meeting calendar. Commissioners also approved a consent agenda containing various infrastructure, housing, and administrative contracts, including an amended $90,000 subrecipient agreement for hurricane recovery.

• Adopted 2022-2023 CDBG performance report (4-0)
• Approved 2024 City Commission meeting calendar (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda with $90,000 amendment to item 7.E (4-0)
• Accepted $157,796 in Hurricane Housing Recovery Program funding (4-0)
• Approved $43,864.16 Justice Assistance Grant (4-0)
• Approved $400,000 budget increase for traffic signal design contract (4-0)
• Authorized submission of FY 2024 Homeland Security grant application (4-0)
• Approved two new Fleet Division positions (4-0)

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Parks & Recreation Advisory Board is meeting for a routine session. The agenda includes approving the October 11, 2023 meeting minutes, hearing public comments, a director's report, and discussion of a Community Benefit Grant. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of meeting minutes from October 11, 2023
• Hear audience comments
• Director's report
• Discussion of Community Benefit Grant

The board approved a Community Benefit Grant for the DeQuan Anderson Angel Tree event. The board also approved the meeting minutes from October 11, 2023.

• Approved $1,000 Community Benefit Grant for DeQuan Anderson Angel Tree (6-0)
• Approved October 11, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Historic Preservation Board will hold a regular meeting at City Hall to review past minutes and discuss three properties under new business. No ordinances, contracts, or fee changes are listed in the agenda.

• Review of May 8, 2023 and November 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of properties at 509 Verona Street, 802 Harford Street, and 605 Mabbette Street

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission is meeting to consider routine business and several financial items. Key actions include approving a $193,874.89 purchase for an amphitheater shade cover at Lakefront Park, accepting a $841,265 federal grant for community development, and extending a waste management franchise agreement. The agenda also includes recognition of two local businesses for their 50-year anniversaries.

• Purchase of amphitheater shade cover for Veteran's Lawn stage at Lakefront Park from REP Services, Inc. for $193,874.89
• Acceptance of $841,265 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) FY2023 allocation from HUD
• Extension of franchise agreement with Waste Management of Orlando, Inc. for commercial solid waste services from 2024 to 2029
• Transfer of $16,021 from Fire Department Vehicle Maintenance account to complete Rescue Remount project
• Approval of FOF Osceola Commerce Center final plat, merging parcels on S. Hoagland Boulevard

The Kissimmee City Commission approved a 5-year extension of the Waste Management franchise agreement (4-0) after hearing public concerns about overage fees and rate increases. The commission also approved an $800,000 operating budget for Haven on Vine Apartments, a $40,000 joint lobbying agreement with Osceola Legislative Effort (3-1), and a holiday incentive payment of $200 for full-time and $100 for part-time employees.

• Approved Waste Management franchise extension for 5 years (4-0)
• Approved Haven on Vine Apartments FY23-24 operating budget of $800,000 (4-0)
• Approved $40,000 Osceola Legislative Effort agreement (3-1)
• Approved holiday incentive payment of $200 full-time, $100 part-time (4-0)
• Approved $193,874.89 amphitheater shade purchase for Lakefront Park (consent)
• Approved $16,021 transfer for Rescue Remount project (consent)
• Accepted $841,265 CDBG FY2023 funding from HUD (consent)
• Approved application for Florida Airports Council Internship Grant (consent)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including a public hearing on a resolution to amend the city's FY 2022-2023 operating budget. The consent agenda includes numerous contracts, purchases, and agreements, such as a rescue unit purchase, a change order for the Harbin Parking Modification Project, and a purchase and sale agreement for Kissimmee Charter Academy. The meeting also includes swearing-in and promotion ceremonies for police officers.

• Public hearing on resolution to amend FY 2022-2023 operating budget
• Rescue Unit Purchase 2024
• Change Order No. 1 with American Persian Engineering & Construction for Harbin Parking Modification Project
• Purchase and Sale Agreement for Kissimmee Charter Academy
• Authorization to Purchase and Trade-In Pistols

The City Commission approved a resolution to amend the FY 2023-2024 operating budget and authorized several contracts and property purchases. The commission also approved police officer appointments and a land transfer between city funds.

• Approved resolution to amend FY 2023-2024 operating budget (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Police Officers Javier A. Suarez, Shane L. Rose, and Brandon D. Hills
• Approved appointment of Sergeant Jonathan Padilla and Corporals Emerson Godin-Kohler, Patrick C. Smith, and Mario A. Cardona
• Approved $9,191.00 contract for harbor parking modification construction
• Approved purchase and sale agreement for Kissimmee Charter Academy at 3961 Bill Beck Boulevard (Contract $3,000,000)
• Approved $61,000 transfer from General Fund Reserves for Quality of Life Grant Program FY24-25
• Approved purchase of 991 Martin Luther King Boulevard from Osceola Mental Health, Inc. for $631,000
• Approved transfer between Charter School Fund and General Fund for emergency reserves

Pension Boards

The General Pension Board of Kissimmee will meet to hear the 4th quarter investment report for fiscal year 2023, approve minutes, retirement returns, and expense reports, and conduct routine administrative business. No new ordinances or major policy decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review of 4th Quarter AndCo Investment Report for FY 2023
• Approval of General Pension Board Minutes (August 24, 2023)
• Approval of 4th Quarter Retirement and Return of Contributions for FY 2023
• Approval of 4th Quarter Expense Report for FY 2023

The General Pension Board approved depositing expected City contributions into the money market fund once received, and approved the revised contract with Argent Institutional Company (formerly Salem Trust/TMI Trust). It also approved prior meeting minutes, 4th quarter retirements and return of contributions, and the 4th quarter expense report, all by 6-0 votes. The board decided not to use Wolf Popper for class action monitoring, as two firms already provide that service.

• Approved depositing City contributions to money market fund (6-0)
• Approved revised contract with Argent Institutional Company (6-0)
• Approved General Pension Board minutes for August 24, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved 4th Quarter Retirements and Return of Contributions FY 2023 (6-0)
• Approved 4th Quarter Expense Report FY 2023 (6-0)
• Decided not to use Wolf Popper for class action monitoring

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board will hold a public hearing on a conditional use request with a site plan waiver for an educational service use, specifically a vocational learning center for KCBS Advance Academy (case CU-23-0008). The board will also discuss the December 6 and 20, 2023 meeting dates and the 2024 meeting schedule. The rest of the agenda is procedural.

• Public hearing: Conditional Use with Site Plan Waiver for Educational Service Use (vocational learning center) - KCBS Advance Academy, case CU-23-0008
• Discussion of December 6 and 20, 2023 PAB meetings and 2024 PAB meeting schedule

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board approved a conditional use with site plan waiver for KCBS Advance Academy, a vocational learning center for children with autism, at 3357 W Vine St. The approval is limited to Suite 105 with no more than 30 students and 6 instructors, and includes conditions such as no transportation vans or buses and a required change of occupancy permit. The motion passed 5-0. The board also discussed scheduling for upcoming meetings.

• Approved conditional use with site plan waiver for KCBS Advance Academy vocational learning center (5-0)
• Approved with conditions: limited to Suite 105, max 30 students and 6 instructors
• Approved with condition: no transportation vans or buses permitted
• Approved with condition: change of occupancy building permit required

Pension Boards

The Kissimmee Police Pension Board will meet to review and approve several financial and administrative items for fiscal years 2023 and 2024. The board will discuss the 4th quarter investment report, expenses, retirements, and allocations for FY2023, as well as the proposed budget for FY2024.

• Review of 4th Quarter AndCo Investment Report for FY2023
• Approval of FY2023 4th Quarter Expenses
• Approval of FY2023 4th Quarterly Retirements, Return of Contributions, and Share Allocations
• Approval of FY2024 Proposed Police Pension Budget
• Approval of FY2023 Administrative Expense Report

The Kissimmee Police Pension Board unanimously approved the FY2024 proposed police pension budget, the 4th quarter expense report, and the 4th quarter retirements, return of contributions, and share allocations. The board also approved the FY2023 administrative expense report and authorized updating the Summary Plan Description. Board Member Alicea resigned effective immediately, and Captain Ian Downing was nominated to replace her, pending commission approval.

• Approved August 1, 2023 board minutes (4-0)
• Approved 4th quarter expenses for FY2023 (4-0)
• Approved 4th quarter retirements, return of contributions, and share allocations (4-0)
• Approved FY2024 proposed police pension budget (4-0)
• Approved FY2023 actual administrative expense report (4-0)
• Nominated Captain Ian Downing to replace Board Member Alicea (3-0, pending commission approval)
• Authorized attorney to update Summary Plan Description (4-0)

Pension Boards

The Kissimmee Fire Pension Board will meet to approve minutes, expenses, retirements, and the FY 2024 pension budget. It will also review state funds exceeding city limits and a 4th quarter investment report for FY 2023.

• Approval of FY 2024 Fire Proposed Pension Budget
• Review of 4th Quarter BCA Investment Report for FY 2023
• Approval of 4th Quarter Expenses for FY 2023
• Approval of 4th Quarter Retirements, Return of Contributions and Share Allocations for FY 2023
• Approval of FY 2023 Actual Expense Report

The Kissimmee Fire Pension Board approved the FY2024 proposed pension budget, FY2023 actual expense report, 4th quarter expenses, retirements, and share allocations, and the August 1, 2023 minutes, all by 3-0 votes. The board also discussed state monies exceeding the city's use threshold and heard a retiree's request for a COLA, but took no action on either. Officers were kept as-is.

• Approved FY2024 Fire Proposed Pension Budget (3-0)
• Approved FY2023 Actual Expense Report (3-0)
• Approved 4th Quarter Expenses for FY2023 (3-0)
• Approved 4th Quarter Retirements, Return of Contributions and Share Allocations (3-0)
• Approved Fire Pension Board minutes from August 1, 2023 (3-0)
• Kept current board officers (3-0)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission will hold public hearings on four ordinances, including a second reading on annexing 0.79 acres of land from Osceola County, and final readings on land-use and zoning changes for the same parcel near Hilliard Isle Road. The meeting will also include recognition of Employee of the Month, promotions for police officers, and a vote on amending the Police Retirement Plan.

• Annex 0.79 acres of land from Osceola County (AX-23-0001)
• Amend Future Land Use Map to Commercial General (CG) for Hilliard Isle ROW (LUPA-23-0002)
• Rezone 0.79 acres to Neighborhood Commercial (B-2) near Hilliard Isle Road (ZMA-23-0003)
• Amend Police Retirement Plan (Ordinance #23-21)
• Promote three police officers to Lieutenant, Sergeant, and Corporal

The Kissimmee City Commission approved four ordinances on final reading: annexing ~1.86 acres east of Simpson Road and north of Hilliard Isle Road, amending the Future Land Use Map designation from County Vacated Right-of-Way to City Commercial General, rezoning the same property to City Neighborhood Commercial (C-3), and amending the Police Retirement Plan. The Commission also approved the consent agenda, including the HOME Program Agreement for the Pinnacle at Wesleyan Apartments, and approved Social Services and Quality of Life grant funding allocations. Commissioner Alvarez was absent for all votes.

• Approved Ordinance 34.19 annexing ~1.86 acres east of Simpson Road and north of Hilliard Isle Road (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 34.1: amending Future Land Use Map from County Vacated Right-of-Way to City Commercial General (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 34.2: rezoning ~1.86 acres from County Vacated Right-of-Way to City Neighborhood Commercial C-3 (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 34.3: amending Police Retirement Plan (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including HOME Program Agreement for Pinnacle at Wesleyan Apartments (4-0)
• Approved Social Services Grant Program funding at $291,254.60 (4-1, Commissioner Martinez opposed)
• Approved Quality of Life Grant funding at $59,804.00 (4-0)
• Approved $2,476,839 budget transfer from Building Fund Reserve to Capital Project accounts (4-0)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission is meeting to consider several routine items, including a first reading of an ordinance amending the police retirement plan, approval of consent agenda items, and discussion items. The most consequential item is the proposed purchase of vacant land at 50 Lakeview Drive for $1.1 million, which would give the city control over the lakefront area. The agenda also includes approvals for grants, vehicle purchases, and plat approvals.

• Purchase of vacant land at 50 Lakeview Drive for $1.1 million (item 7.F)
• First reading of Ordinance 23-21 amending the police retirement plan (item 4.A)
• Accept $29,974 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for police salaries (item 7.B)
• Authorize purchase of 20 city vehicles at budgeted cost of $940,500 (item 7.E)
• Accept $30,000 advertising grant from Experience Kissimmee for airport (item 7.G)

The City Commission voted to manage The Haven on Vine property using in-house city employees rather than outsourcing to a third party. Commissioners also approved the first reading of an ordinance amending the police retirement plan and authorized various grants and contracts, including the purchase of 50 Lakeview Drive.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance #23-21 for police retirement plan (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including multiple grants and contracts (5-0)
• Approved FY 2023 financial statements for Kissimmee Charter School (5-0)
• Selected in-house management for The Haven on Vine project (5-0)
• Approved 2024 amended legislative priorities (5-0)
• Approved CRA funding for 50 Lakeview Drive purchase (5-0)

Advisory Boards

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will conduct routine procedural items, including approving past meeting minutes and hearing public comments. The board will also discuss director reports, consider fee waivers and community benefit grants, and nominate a new chair and co-chair for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Fee Waiver Grants
• Community Benefit Grant
• Board Chair and Co-Chair Nominations

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved $19,958.16 in fee waiver grants to 11 event organizers, and $3,506.25 in community benefit grants to two organizations. The board also re-elected Edward Kilroy as Chair, appointed Vanessa Alvarez as Co-Chair, approved the 2023/24 meeting dates, and accepted the August minutes. All votes were unanimous (8-0).

• Approved $19,958.16 in fee waiver grants to 11 events (8-0)
• Approved $3,506.25 in community benefit grants to 2 organizations (8-0)
• Re-elected Edward Kilroy as Board Chair (8-0)
• Appointed Vanessa Alvarez as Board Co-Chair (8-0)
• Approved 2023/24 meeting dates as presented (8-0)
• Accepted August 9, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board is meeting to approve prior minutes and hold a public hearing on a conditional use with site-specific redevelopment plan to develop townhomes at 1040 June St. The board will also discuss old and new business as listed.

• Approval of September 6, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public hearing for Conditional Use CU-23-0005 at 1040 June St for townhome development

The Planning Advisory Board unanimously approved a conditional use request for a townhome redevelopment project at 1040 June Street. Staff recommended approval based on compliance with downtown form-based codes and comprehensive plan policies, subject to five specific design and construction conditions. The board also voted to vacate the approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved September 6, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Conditional Use CU-23-0005 for townhomes at 1040 June St with 5 conditions (7-0)
• Voted to vacate approval of September 6, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

City Commission

This is a special session of the Kissimmee City Commission to conduct annual evaluations of City Manager Mike Steigerwald and City Attorney Olga Sanchez de Fuentes. The originally scheduled evaluations were cancelled, but a new special meeting was called for the same date and time. The meeting is limited to these two evaluation items.

• Annual evaluation of City Manager Mike Steigerwald at 5:00 p.m.
• Annual evaluation of City Attorney Olga Sanchez de Fuentes at 5:15 p.m.
• Special meeting called per Kissimmee City Charter Article II, Chapter 2, Section 12

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission is holding public hearings on three ordinances: a final vote to increase parks and recreation impact fees, a first reading to annex 556.33 acres east of Simpson Road, and a first reading to change land use designations on 883.27 acres (Hilliard Isle) to allow 3,000 residential units and commercial space. The consent agenda includes a $34,859.06 SHIP fund budget adjustment and a $250,000 Homeland Security grant application.

• Ordinance #23-18: Parks and Recreation Impact Fee increase (second/final reading)
• Ordinance #23-19: Annex 556.33 acres east of Simpson Road (first reading)
• Ordinance #23-20: Land use change on 883.27 acres (Hilliard Isle) for 3,000 homes, 190,000 sq ft commercial (first reading)
• Budget adjustment: $34,859.06 to SHIP fund from loan payoff at 2227 W Doris Street
• Authorization to apply for $250,000 FY 2024 Homeland Security Grant (UASI)

The Kissimmee City Commission approved the first reading of an ordinance to annex 556.33 acres east of Simpson Road and west of East Lake Tohopekaliga, and also approved a related land-use plan amendment for 883.27 acres. Both motions passed 4-0. The commission also approved the second and final reading of a parks and recreation impact fee ordinance amendment (4-0) and made two advisory board appointments.

• Approved first reading of annexation ordinance for 556.33 acres (4-0)
• Approved first reading of land-use plan amendment for 883.27 acres (4-0)
• Approved second and final reading of parks and recreation impact fee ordinance amendment (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $34,859.06 SHIP fund adjustment, $250,000 UASI grant application, and software maintenance fees (4-0)
• Appointed Carlynn Rothey to Police Pension Board (4-0)
• Appointed Linda McCoy to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (4-0)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission will hold public hearings and vote on several ordinances, including establishing new police and fire impact fees, amending parking and impoundment rules, increasing the city manager's purchase authority, and updating parks and recreation impact fees. They will also adopt the final budget and millage rate for fiscal year 2023-2024, along with budgets for two community redevelopment agencies. The agenda includes routine consent items and a proclamation for Hispanic Heritage Month.

• Ordinance #23-17: Establish police and fire impact fees (second reading)
• Ordinance #23-13: Amend parking enforcement and allow vehicle impoundment (second reading)
• Ordinance #23-14: Increase city manager purchase authority from $50,000 to $75,000 (second reading)
• Ordinance #23-18: Increase parks and recreation impact fees (first reading)
• Adopt final millage rate and budget for FY 2023-2024

The Kissimmee City Commission adopted the final FY2023-2024 budget of $267,277,940 and set the operating millage at 4.6253, which is 13.22% above the rolled-back rate. The commission also approved ordinances establishing police and fire impact fees, increasing the city manager's purchase authority to $75,000, and amending parking citation and vehicle impoundment rules. A first reading was approved for a parks and recreation impact fee increase, phased in over three years for single-family homes.

• Adopted FY2023-2024 budget of $267,277,940 and 857 positions (4-0)
• Set final millage at 4.6253 mills (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #3085 establishing police and fire impact fees (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #3084 raising city manager purchase authority to $75,000 (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #3083 amending parking citation and vehicle impoundment rules (4-0)
• Approved first reading of parks and recreation impact fee increase to $2,410 for single-family homes (3-1)
• Adopted Downtown CRA FY2023-2024 budget (4-0)
• Adopted Vine Street CRA FY2023-2024 budget of approx. $5.33M (4-0)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission will hold public hearings on a proposed $267.3M FY2024 budget, new police/fire impact fees, and parking enforcement changes. Items continued to later meetings include Parks and Recreation impact fee amendments and final adoption of police/fire impact fees.

• Proposed FY2024 budget of $267,277,940 with 4.6253 millage rate
• Second reading of Police and Fire Impact Fee Ordinance #23-17 (continued to Sep 26)
• First reading of Parking Ordinance #23-13 to allow third-party citation processing and vehicle impound rules
• First reading of Ordinance #23-14 to raise City Manager purchase authority to $75,000
• First reading of Parks and Recreation Impact Fee Amendment Ordinance #23-18 (continued to Sep 26)

The City Commission adopted the tentative millage rate of 4.6253 mills and a tentative budget of $267,277,940 for FY 2023-2024, authorizing 857 positions. The commission also approved first readings of ordinances to amend parking citation procedures and increase the City Manager's purchasing authority to $75,000. Several consent agenda items were approved, including a school crossing guard contract and a police/fire impact fee ordinance was continued to September 26.

• Adopted tentative millage of 4.6253 mills (4-0)
• Adopted tentative budget of $267,277,940 (4-0)
• Approved first reading of parking citation ordinance #23-13 (4-0)
• Approved first reading of purchase order ordinance #23-14 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including school crossing guard contract ($661,670.88) (4-0)
• Approved CRA parking sign at Toho Square Garage ($84,525) (4-0)
• Approved UCF Business Incubator interlocal agreement ($150,000) (4-0)
• Increased City Manager donation acceptance authority to $5,000 (4-0)

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board is meeting to consider several land-use items, including a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a new commercial car wash and two ordinances: one to annex 556.33 acres into the city and another to amend the Future Land Use Map for the Hilliard Isle area. The board will also approve minutes from its July 19, 2023 meeting. These are advisory recommendations; final decisions rest with the City Commission.

• Public hearing on conditional use for Big Dan's Car Wash (CU-23-0006)
• Annexation of 556.33 acres (AX-22-0003, Ordinance #23-10)
• Future Land Use Map amendment for Hilliard Isle (LUPA-22-0006, Ordinance #23-20) changing designations to include Commercial General and Conservation Area
• Approval of July 19, 2023 meeting minutes

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board approved a conditional use for a new commercial car wash at 51 and 53 W. Vine St. with revised conditions (7-0). It also approved the annexation of approximately 556 acres east of Simpson Road (6-0-1, with one abstention) and a related Future Land Use Map amendment for about 883 acres (6-0-1, with one abstention). The board unanimously approved the July 19, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved conditional use for Big Dan's Car Wash at 51-53 W. Vine St. with revised conditions (7-0)
• Approved annexation of 556.33 acres east of Simpson Road (AX-22-0003) (6-0-1, Thacker abstained)
• Approved Future Land Use Map amendment for Hilliard Isle, ~883 acres (LUPA-22-0006) (6-0-1, Thacker abstained)
• Approved July 19, 2023 Planning Advisory Board meeting minutes (7-0)

Pension Boards

The General Pension Board is meeting to review the third-quarter investment report, approve a revised investment policy statement, and handle administrative items including expenses, retirements, and a new online pensioner portal. The board will also discuss recently adopted House Bill No. 3, which may affect pension matters.

• Review of 3rd Quarter AndCo Investment Report for FY 2023
• Approval of revised Investment Policy Statement
• Approval of 3rd Quarterly Expenses for FY 2023
• Approval of 3rd Quarterly Retirements and Return of Contributions for FY 2023
• Discussion on House Bill No. 3

The General Pension Board approved investing $3M each with Carlyle Direct Lending Fund and Monroe Capital. The board also approved a revised Investment Policy Statement and the use of a no-cost pensioner portal from Salem Trust.

• Approved $3M investment with Carlyle Direct Lending Fund and $3M with Monroe Capital (6-0)
• Approved revised Investment Policy Statement (6-0)
• Approved May 25, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved 3rd Quarter Expense Report for FY 2023 (6-0)
• Approved 3rd Quarter Retirements and Return of Contributions Report for FY 2023 (6-0)
• Approved limited use of Salem Trust pensioner portal for retirees (6-0)
• Approved proposed 2024 pension meeting dates (6-0)

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board is meeting to approve prior minutes and hold a public hearing on a conditional use request with a site-specific redevelopment plan for a new commercial car wash. The board will also hear public comments and discuss other business.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use with Site Specific Redevelopment Plan for Big Dan's Car Wash (CU-23-0006)
• Approval of July 19, 2023 Planning Advisory Board meeting minutes

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission is holding public hearings on four ordinances, including the first reading of a new police and fire impact fee and an amendment to the parks and recreation impact fee. They will also vote on final readings to rezone a 3.4-acre parcel from industrial to residential use. The consent agenda includes routine items like donations, grants, and equipment purchases.

• First reading of Ordinance #23-17 establishing police and fire impact fees
• First reading of Ordinance #23-18 amending parks and recreation impact fees
• Final reading of Ordinance #23-15 changing future land use from Industrial Business to Single Family Low Density Residential (Carter Case)
• Final reading of Ordinance #23-16 changing zoning from Airport Industrial to Agriculture and Conservation (Carter Case)
• Approval to purchase two firefighting apparatus

The Kissimmee City Commission approved the first reading of an ordinance establishing Police and Fire impact fees (4-0), despite opposition from the Osceola County Association of Realtors. The Commission continued the first reading of the Parks and Recreation impact fee increase to September 26, 2023, and its second reading to October 3, 2023, to allow for further discussion. The Commission also approved land use and zoning changes for a 3.4-acre parcel near the airport, and several consent agenda items and service agreements.

• Approved first reading of Police and Fire Impact Fee ordinance (4-0)
• Continued Parks and Recreation Impact Fee increase to Sept 26 and Oct 3 (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #3081 changing land use from Industrial Business to Single Family Low Density Residential (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #3082 rezoning from Airport Industrial to Agriculture and Conservation (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $40,000 FDOT grant, fire apparatus purchase, and $182,500 security project funding (4-0)
• Approved $30,000 service agreement with UCF Small Business Development Center (4-0)
• Approved $20,000 service agreement with Prospera (4-0)
• Approved 2024 Legislative Priorities and Charter School Transfer Agreement (4-0)

Advisory Boards

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet to review the Director's Report and discuss a Community Benefit Grant. The board will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from June 14, 2023.

• Approval of June 14, 2023, meeting minutes
• Director's Report discussion
• Community Benefit Grant discussion

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board approved a $1,600 Community Benefit Grant to the D Anderson Foundation for its Back to School Giveaway, with a unanimous 5-0 vote. The board also approved the June 14, 2023 meeting minutes as presented. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of staff updates and discussion.

• Approved $1,600 Community Benefit Grant to D Anderson Foundation (5-0)
• Approved June 14, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Pension Boards

The Kissimmee Police Pension Board will meet to review the 3rd quarter investment report for fiscal year 2023, approve expenses, retirement allocations, and a proposed ordinance. The board will also discuss a recently adopted state bill and consider revisions to pension benefits and investment policies.

• Review of 3rd Quarterly Investment Report for FY 2023
• Approval of 3rd Quarterly Expenses for FY 2023
• Approval of Proposed Ordinance
• Approval of revised pension benefit to include military time for Wobig
• Approval of revised Investment Policy Statement

The Police Pension Board authorized the preparation of an agreement to invest $4M with the Carlyle Direct Lending Fund. The board also approved quarterly financial reports, a revised Investment Policy Statement, and a pension benefit revision for a member.

• Approved Scott Christiansen to review and prepare agreement for $4M investment with Carlyle Direct Lending Fund (4-0)
• Approved May 2, 2023 Board Minutes (4-0)
• Approved 3rd Quarterly Expense Report for FY 2023 (4-0)
• Approved 3rd Quarter Retirements, Return of Contributions and Share Allocation Report for FY 2023 (4-0)
• Approved proposed ordinance (4-0)
• Approved revised pension benefit to include military time for Wobig (4-0)
• Approved revised Investment Policy Statement (4-0)
• Approved depositing state monies into the R&D account for operating expenses (4-0)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission will hold a special session to review downtown safety concerns and hear a presentation from Kissimmee Police on response activity. Commissioners and community members will discuss potential action plans for improving nightlife safety.

• Downtown Night Life Safety and Security Workshop discussion
• Kissimmee Police presentation on response activity
• Possible action plan discussion by commissioners and community members

The City Commission conducted a workshop to review downtown crime statistics and discuss safety concerns. No formal votes or policy changes were decided; the session focused on gathering information and identifying areas for future staff research.

Pension Boards

The Fire Pension Board is meeting to review the third-quarter investment report, approve routine administrative items, and discuss recently adopted House Bill No. 3. The board will also consider approving the 2023 Summary Plan Description and a revised Investment Policy Statement.

• Review of 3rd Quarter BCA Investment Report for FY 2023
• Discussion on House Bill No. 3
• Approval of 2023 Summary Plan Description
• Approval of 3rd Quarter Expenses for FY 2023
• Approval of revised Investment Policy Statement

The Kissimmee Fire Pension Board met on August 1, 2023, and unanimously approved several routine items, including the May 2, 2023 minutes, proposed 2024 meeting dates, the 2023 Summary Plan Description, 3rd quarter expenses, the 3rd quarterly retirement and share allocation report, and a revised Investment Policy Statement. The board also discussed House Bill No. 3 and clarified that the share allocation distribution date is September 30 of the year a member separates. No substantive policy decisions beyond these approvals were made.

• Approved May 2, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved proposed 2024 pension meeting dates (4-0)
• Approved 2023 Summary Plan Description (4-0)
• Approved 3rd Quarter Expenses for FY 2023 (4-0)
• Approved 3rd Quarterly Retirement, Return of Contributions, and Share Allocation Report (4-0)
• Approved revised Investment Policy Statement (4-0)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission is meeting to consider several routine and significant items, including a school resource officer agreement, a major subdivision plat, and the purchase of lakefront property. The agenda includes consent items, proclamations, and public hearings, with most actions requiring approval.

• Interlocal agreement with Osceola County School District for 11 school resource officers, total $822,916.70
• Final plat approval for The Square at Osceola Parkway, a 77.81-acre subdivision with $7,680,757.11 letter of credit
• Authorization to issue letter of intent to purchase 50 Lakeview Drive for $1.1 million
• Agreement with Public Consulting Group for EMS Medicaid reimbursements, estimated $900,000 revenue
• 2024 Program Support Grant application for special events with $25,000 city match

The Kissimmee City Commission approved the consent agenda 5-0, which included an interlocal agreement with the School District of Osceola County for School Resource Officers, the final plat for The Square at Osceola Parkway, a grant submission for special events, an agreement with Public Consulting Group for emergency medical transportation funding, and authorization to negotiate the purchase of property at 50 Lakeview Drive. The commission also directed staff to research and draft an ordinance requiring automated lids on garbage cans near bodies of water, with costs falling on business owners.

• Approved consent agenda 5-0, including interlocal agreement for School Resource Officers
• Approved final plat for The Square at Osceola Parkway with performance guarantee
• Approved submission and acceptance of 2024 Program Support Grant for Special Events
• Approved agreement with Public Consulting Group for PEMT funding collection
• Authorized City Manager to issue letter of intent for property at 50 Lakeview Drive
• Directed staff to research and draft ordinance on garbage can lids near water

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Charter School Board is meeting to consider a consent agenda item on a Youth Mental Health Plan. The meeting includes routine procedures such as hearing public comments and board member remarks. No other substantive decisions are listed.

• Youth Mental Health Plan on consent agenda

City Commission

The City Commission is holding a public workshop to discuss proposed increases to parks and recreation impact fees and any extraordinary circumstances. This is the second public workshop on the topic, and no final decision is being made at this session.

• Public hearing on parks and recreation impact fee increases
• Discussion of extraordinary circumstances related to fee increases

The Kissimmee City Commission held the second public workshop regarding potential increases to Parks and Recreation impact fees and extraordinary circumstances. A consultant presented study findings, and commissioners discussed growth, fee collection, and comparisons to other governments. No substantive votes or final decisions were made, as staff prepares a draft ordinance for future consideration.

• Held a public workshop on Parks and Recreation impact fee increases and extraordinary circumstances (no vote taken)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission is holding a budget workshop to review the proposed FY2023-24 budget, including department presentations and discussions on unfunded road projects, social services funding, and pension COLAs. The commission is expected to set the proposed millage rate and schedule public hearings for September 12 and September 26.

• Review of department budgets including Police, Fire, Public Works, and Parks and Recreation
• Discussion on funding for unfunded road projects
• Discussion on social services funding process
• Discussion on general and fire pension COLAs
• Set proposed millage rate and public hearing dates (Sept 12 and Sept 26)

The Kissimmee City Commission held a budget workshop and adopted the proposed millage rate of 4.6253, which is unchanged from the previous year. The Commission also approved the public hearing schedule for September 12 and September 26, 2023. Consensus was reached to sell the Kissimmee Charter School and use the proceeds to repave the worst roads in the city. The Commission voted 5-0 to continue the non-profit funding application process as in previous years.

• Adopted proposed millage rate of 4.6253 (5-0)
• Adopted Public Hearing Schedule for September 12 and 26, 2023 (5-0)
• Consensus to sell Kissimmee Charter School and use revenue for road repaving
• Continued non-profit funding application process as in previous years (5-0)

Advisory Boards

The Planning Advisory Board will hold public hearings regarding two land use and zoning amendments for the Carter Case. The board will also consider a conditional use request for an 8-unit multi-family project at June Street Apartments.

• Ordinance #23-15: Change land use from Industrial Business to Single Family Low Density Residential (Carter Case)
• Ordinance #23-16: Change zoning from Airport Industrial to Agriculture and Conservation (Carter Case)
• Conditional Use request for June Street Apartments 8-unit multi-family project

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board approved a Future Land Use Map change from Industrial Business to Single Family Low Density Residential for a 3.4-acre parcel (Carter Case, LUPA-23-0003) and a corresponding zoning change from Airport Industrial to Agriculture and Conservation (ZMA-23-0004), both by 4-0 votes. The board also approved a conditional use with site-specific redevelopment plan for an 8-unit multi-family project on June Street (CU-23-0004), subject to five conditions, also 4-0. Meeting minutes from June 7 and June 21, 2023, were approved unanimously.

• Approved Future Land Use change from IB to SF-LDR on 3.4 acres (4-0)
• Approved zoning change from AI to AC on 3.4 acres, subject to land use approval (4-0)
• Approved conditional use for 8-unit multi-family on June Street with 5 conditions (4-0)
• Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved June 21, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission will hold public hearings and votes on several land-use items, including annexing 15.5 acres near Bass Road and rezoning 7.96 acres for townhomes. They will also consider a first reading of a small annexation, a cancelled traffic ordinance, and hear about the Annual Action Plan and potential parks impact fee increases. The consent agenda includes routine approvals like contracts and plats.

• Final vote to annex 15.50 acres east of Bass Road, south of West Vine Street, west of Hoagland Boulevard (Ordinance #22-14)
• Final vote to rezone 15.5 acres from County AC to City AC for Give Kids the World overflow parking (Ordinance #22-20)
• Final vote to rezone 7.96 acres from Open Space to Multiple Family Medium Density (RC-2) for Bass Road Townhomes (Ordinance #23-12)
• First reading to annex 0.79 acres (Ordinance #23-08)
• Public hearing on Parks and Recreation Impact Fee increases

The Commission approved the voluntary annexation of 15.50 acres and rezoned those parcels from County to City Agricultural Conservation. They also approved rezoning 7.96 acres from Open Space to Multiple Family Medium Density for Bass Road Townhomes. A proposed ordinance regarding parking citations and vehicle impoundment was withdrawn and will be re-advertised later.

• Approved annexation of 15.50 acres east of Bass Road (3-0)
• Approved rezoning annexed parcels to City Agricultural Conservation (3-0)
• Approved rezoning 7.96 acres to Multiple Family Medium Density (3-0)
• Approved first reading for annexation of 0.79 acres near Simpson Road (3-0)
• Approved FY 2023 Annual Action Plan and Resolution (3-0)
• Held workshop on Parks and Recreation Impact Fee increases (no vote)
• Approved Consent Agenda including contracts and grants (3-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Martinez as Florida League of Cities delegate (3-0)

Advisory Boards

The Citizens Police Review Board will review six internal affairs investigations into police conduct, including handling of money/property/evidence, standards of conduct, and employee misconduct. The board will also discuss its 2023 meeting schedule, City policy 903, and a post-meeting review report. Public comment is invited.

• Review IA 22-013: Handling Money, Property, and Evidence
• Review IA 22-017: Standard of Conduct
• Review IA 22-018: Obedience to Policies and Procedures
• Review IA 22-011: Employee Misconduct
• Review IA 23-005 and IA 23-004: Standards of Conduct

The board approved the findings of six internal affairs investigations involving officer misconduct, ranging from equipment loss to conduct violations. The board also updated policies regarding meeting schedules and reporting procedures.

• Approved October 5, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Accepted 2023-2024 Board Meeting Schedule (4-0)
• Approved policy allowing board to advance or cancel meetings if no cases exist
• Approved adding Board Secretary reports with findings to the Police Chief (4-0)
• Approved findings for IA 22-013 (Officer Roman: oral reprimand)
• Approved findings for IA 22-017 (Officer Baez: written reprimand)
• Approved findings for IA 22-018 (Officer Quiles Davila: reprimand)
• Approved findings for IA 22-011 (Plenio Massiah) (4-0)

Advisory Boards

The Planning Advisory Board will hold public hearings regarding two land use items. These include a rezoning request for the Bass Road Townhomes and a conditional use request for an office conversion at 1012 Mabbette.

• Rezoning Bass Road Townhomes from City Open Space (OS) to City Multiple Family Medium Density (RC-2)
• Conditional Use and Site Specific Redevelopment Plan request for 1012 Mabbette office conversion

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board approved two items unanimously. It approved a rezoning of property on Bass Road from City Open Space to Multiple Family Medium Density for the Bass Road Townhomes project. It also approved a conditional use request to convert a residential property at 1012 Mabbette Street to office use.

• Approved rezoning of Bass Road property to RC-2 for townhomes (5-0)
• Approved conditional use for office conversion at 1012 Mabbette Street (5-0)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission is holding public hearings on two related rezoning requests for a 6.73-acre property at Storeright Boggy Creek, changing its land use and zoning from residential to commercial to allow a self-storage facility. The commission will also consider creating a new Economic Development Department, a parking citation and vehicle impoundment ordinance (withdrawn for now), and several consent agenda items including grants, plats, and agreements.

• Final reading: Ordinance #23-06, land use change from Multi-Family Medium Density Residential to Commercial General (LUPA-23-0001)
• Final reading: Ordinance #23-07, zoning change from Residential Planned Unit Development to General Commercial B-3 (ZMA-23-0001)
• Second/final reading: Ordinance #23-11, adding an Economic Development Department
• First reading: Ordinance #23-13, amending parking citation and vehicle impoundment rules (withdrawn, to be re-advertised)
• Consent: HEROS grant application for $7,500 for Naloxone; FDOT easement dedications for commuter rail; final plats for Dillingham-June Street and Sonoma Resort at Tapestry Phase 2B

The Kissimmee City Commission approved ordinances changing land use and zoning designations for Storeright Boggy Creek to allow self-storage units and established a new Economic Development Department. The commission also approved a consent agenda, a CRA incentive program agreement for a Vine Street redevelopment project, and a time extension for an FDOT local agency program agreement. A proposed traffic and vehicle ordinance amendment was withdrawn for further work.

• Approved Ordinance # 3075 changing Future Land Use Map designation for Storeright Boggy Creek from Multi-Family Medium Density Residential to Commercial General (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance # 3076 changing Zoning designation for Storeright Boggy Creek from Residential Planned Unit Development to General Commercial (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance # 3077 adding an Economic Development Department (3-0)
• Withdrawn: Proposed Ordinance #23-13 amending Chapter 42, Traffic and Vehicles
• Approved the Consent Agenda in its entirety (3-0)
• Approved Vine Street Community Redevelopment Agency Pioneer Project Incentive Program Agreement with TRJ 4030 Kissimmee, LLC for $147,826 (3-0)
• Approved FDOT Local Agency Program Agreement time extension for Connect Kissimmee Complete Streets to April 30, 2024 (3-0)

Advisory Boards

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will convene at Kissimmee City Hall to approve minutes from the April 12 meeting and hear reports from directors. New business includes scoring for a fee waiver grant period and a community benefit grant.

• Approval of April 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Fee Waiver Grant Scoring for Period I (Oct 1, 2023–Jan 31, 2024)
• Community Benefit Grant discussion

The advisory board scored and ranked fee waiver grant applications for events occurring October 2023 through January 2024, awarding a total of $25,835 across nine events. The highest-scoring event was Boo! On Broadway (96.25 points), followed by Orlando Japan Festival (96.625) and Viva Osceola (93.75). One application, Naismith Basketballlympics, was withdrawn and received no award.

• Awarded $3,895 for Viva Osceola (score 93.75)
• Awarded $971 for Keep Kids off Streets (score 91.875)
• Awarded $6,187 for Boo! On Broadway (score 96.25)
• Awarded $3,000 for Mid FL Football & Cheer Comp (score 90)
• Awarded $2,463 for Orlando Japan Festival (score 96.625)
• Awarded $2,700 for Veterans Resource Fair (score 89.375)
• Awarded $2,700 for Activacion & Avivamiento (score 83.125)
• Awarded $1,582 for HUGS Healing & Wellness (score 88.75)

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board will hold public hearings on three land-use actions: annexing 0.79 acres, changing the Future Land Use Map designation for Hilliard Isle ROW from County Vacated Right-of-Way to City Commercial General, and rezoning the same ROW from County Vacated Right-of-Way to City Neighborhood Commercial (B-2).

• Public hearing on annexing 0.79 acres of land (AX-23-0001, Ordinance #23-08)
• Public hearing to amend Future Land Use Map designation for Hilliard Isle ROW (LUPA-23-0002, Ordinance #23-09)
• Public hearing to rezone Hilliard Isle ROW from County Vacated Right-of-Way to City Neighborhood Commercial (B-2) (ZMA-23-0003, Ordinance #23-10)

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board approved a 0.79-acre annexation at the SE corner of Simpson Rd. and Hilliard Isle, along with a Future Land Use Map amendment and a Zoning Map amendment for the same property. All three items passed 4-0, with the land use and zoning changes conditioned on the annexation's approval. The board also approved the May 17, 2023 meeting minutes 4-0.

• Approved annexation of 0.79 acres at SE corner of Simpson Rd. and Hilliard Isle (AX-23-0001) 4-0
• Approved Future Land Use Map amendment from County Vacated ROW to City Commercial General (LUPA-23-0002) 4-0, subject to annexation approval
• Approved Zoning Map amendment from County Vacated ROW to City Neighborhood Commercial B-2 (ZMA-23-0003) 4-0, subject to annexation and land use amendment approval
• Approved May 17, 2023 Planning Advisory Board meeting minutes 4-0

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission will hold public hearings on a zoning change for about 67 acres to allow multifamily housing, and on creating a new Economic Development Department. The consent agenda includes contracts, grants, and property purchases, including a motel purchase. The meeting also includes police promotions and an employee recognition.

• Final reading of Ordinance #23-02 to rezone 67 acres from Agricultural Conservation to Multiple Family Medium Density Residential (RC-1) for Knightsbridge
• First reading of Ordinance #23-11 to add an Economic Development Department
• Approval of agreement with RMPK Funding Inc. for grant writing services
• Approval of purchase contract for 1815 Vine Street and 1515 Hollywood (Super 8 Motel)
• Approval to apply for Urban and Community Forestry Grant for Lancaster Ranch Park

The City Commission approved the final reading of Ordinance #23-02, rezoning approximately 67 acres from Agricultural Conservation (AC) to Multiple Family Medium Density Residential (RC-1) for the Knightsbridge project, with a 4-1 vote. The commission also approved the first reading of Ordinance #23-11 to create an Economic Development Department, and approved the consent agenda, including a $500,000 funding commitment for affordable housing and a $68,614 flood study. Additionally, the commission approved the annual financial report, a $942,990 streetlight upgrade contract, and an RFQ for a downtown hotel and conference center.

• Approved final reading of Ordinance #23-02, rezoning 67 acres to RC-1 (4-1)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance #23-11, creating Economic Development Department (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda, including $500,000 for Pinnacle at Wesleyan Apartments and $68,614 for Mill Run Pond Flood Study (5-0)
• Approved FY21/22 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (5-0)
• Approved $942,990 KUA contract for Vine Street streetlight upgrades (5-0)
• Approved RFQ for hotel and conference space at Kissimmee Civic Center (5-0)
• Approved second renewal of downtown holiday decorations agreement for $50,000 (5-0)

Pension Boards

The General Pension Board is meeting to review the second quarterly investment report from AndCo for FY 2023, approve the minutes from February 23, 2023, and approve the second quarter expense report and retirements/return of contributions report. The agenda is routine and administrative, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review of 2nd Quarterly Investment AndCo Report for FY 2023
• Approval of General Pension Board Minutes for February 23, 2023
• Approval of 2nd Quarter Expense Report for FY 2023
• Approval of 2nd Quarter Retirements and Return of Contributions Report for FY 2023

The General Pension Board approved the February 23, 2023 minutes, the 2nd Quarter Expense Report, and the 2nd Quarter Retirements and Return of Contributions Report, all by 5-0 votes. The board also re-selected officers (Tony Curtis as Chairman, Rodney Henderson as Vice Chairman, Craig Holland as Secretary) and discussed but tabled a proposal to change the online calculator from GRS pending further research.

• Approved February 23, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Approved 2nd Quarter Expense Report FY 2023 (5-0)
• Approved 2nd Quarter Retirements and Return of Contributions Report FY 2023 (5-0)
• Re-selected officers: Tony Curtis Chairman, Rodney Henderson Vice Chairman, Craig Holland Secretary (5-0)
• Tabled discussion on GRS online calculator pending further research

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Charter Academy School Advisory Board will conduct routine business including approving student, staff, and family surveys, a wellness policy, and a city contract fee calculation. The board will also review a preliminary budget for the 2023-2024 school year and amend the current year’s budget.

• Approval of Student Character Surveys, Staff Surveys, and Family Surveys
• Approval of 2023-2024 Preliminary School Budget
• Approval of City of Kissimmee Contract Additional Fee Calculation
• Current Year Budget Amendment
• Wellness Policy approval

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board will hold public hearings on two ordinances to change the land use and zoning designations for the Storeright Boggy Creek property, from residential to commercial. The board will also consider approving minutes from previous meetings and discuss appointments and reappointments to the board.

• Public hearing on Ordinance #23-06: Future Land Use Map change from City Multi Family Medium Density Residential (MF-MDR) to City Commercial General (CG) for Storeright Boggy Creek (LUPA-23-0001)
• Public hearing on Ordinance #23-07: Zoning Map change from City Residential Planned Unit Development (RPUD) to City General Commercial (B-3) for Storeright Boggy Creek (ZMA-23-0001)
• Approval of May 3, 2023 and March 15, 2023 Planning Advisory Board minutes
• Discussion of Planning Advisory Board appointments and reappointments

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board approved two related amendments for the Storeright Boggy Creek property: a Future Land Use Map change from Multi-Family Medium Density Residential to Commercial General, and a Zoning Map change from Residential Planned Unit Development to General Commercial. Both approvals were unanimous (5-0) and included conditions for the zoning change. The board also approved minutes from prior meetings.

• Approved Future Land Use Map amendment from MF-MDR to CG for 6.73 acres (5-0)
• Approved Zoning Map amendment from RPUD to B-3 with conditions for 6.73 acres (5-0)
• Approved May 3, 2023 PAB minutes (5-0)
• Approved March 15, 2023 PAB minutes (5-0)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission is holding a special session to interview three candidates for the Kissimmee Utility Authority (KUA) Board. The meeting is scheduled for May 16, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. in the International Conference Room at City Hall. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Interview KUA Board candidate Reginald Hardee at 5:00 p.m.
• Interview KUA Board candidate Walter N. Guity at 5:15 p.m.
• Interview KUA Board candidate Roberto Medina Montero at 5:30 p.m.

The City Commission interviewed three candidates for the Kissimmee Utility Authority (KUA) Board of Directors. Following the interviews, the Commission voted to appoint one candidate to the board.

• Appointed Reginald Hardee to the Kissimmee Utility Authority Board of Directors (5-0)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission will hold public hearings on three ordinances for second and final readings: amendments to the Firefighters Retirement Plan (Ordinance #23-03), the General Employees Retirement Plan (Ordinance #23-04), and updates to the Noise Ordinance (Ordinance #23-05). The Commission will also consider routine items including contract amendments, grants, and approval of past meeting minutes.

• Second and final reading of Ordinance #23-03 amending Firefighters Retirement Plan
• Second and final reading of Ordinance #23-04 amending General Employees Retirement Plan
• Second and final reading of Ordinance #23-05 updating Noise Ordinance to replace Special Magistrate with City Hearing Officer
• Second Amendment to CDBG Contract for Hudson Street Public Improvements ($390,737.98 total)
• Approval to award RFI 22-042 for alcohol beverage service vendors at Kissimmee Civic Center and Lakefront Park to Events by John Michael Inc. and Big John's Rockin' BBQ

The Kissimmee City Commission unanimously approved three ordinances on second and final reading: amendments to the Firefighters Retirement Plan (Ordinance 3071), the General Employees Retirement Plan (Ordinance 3072), and the Noise Ordinance (Ordinance 3073). The pension changes update IRS code compliance with no cost to the plans, while the noise amendment replaces the Special Magistrate with a Hearing Officer. The commission also approved the consent agenda, including contracts, grants, and a budget adjustment, and swore in four new police officers.

• Approved Ordinance 3071 amending Firefighters Retirement Plan (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3072 amending General Employees Retirement Plan (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3073 amending Noise Ordinance (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including CDBG contract amendment, alcohol vendor awards, FAA grants, and SHIP budget adjustment (5-0)
• Swore in four new police officers

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Historic Preservation Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and discussing old and new business. The only substantive item is a small matching grant for a historic survey under new business. The rest of the agenda is procedural.

• Small Matching Grant for Historic Survey (new business item)

The Kissimmee Historic Preservation Board voted 5-0 to approve applying for a $50,000 small matching grant from the Division of Historical Resources to conduct a historic survey of structures over 50 years old, primarily in the Downtown CRA area. The city will contribute $10,000. The board also voted 5-0 to continue review of the November 14, 2022 minutes to the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved application for $50,000 small matching grant for historic survey (5-0)
• Continued review of November 14, 2022 minutes to next meeting (5-0)

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance to rezone the Knightsbridge property from City Agricultural Conservation (AC) to City Multiple Family Medium Density Residential (RC-1). The board will also approve minutes from a June 1, 2022 workshop. The rest of the agenda is procedural.

• Public hearing on Ordinance #23-02 (ZMA-23-0002) to rezone Knightsbridge from AC to RC-1
• Approval of June 1, 2022 Planning Advisory Board workshop minutes

The Planning Advisory Board approved a zoning map amendment for the Knightsbridge property to allow medium density residential use. The approval includes conditions regarding short-term rentals and requires final City Commission approval.

• Approved June 1, 2022 workshop minutes (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of Knightsbridge from Agricultural Conservation (AC) to Multiple Family Medium Density Residential (RC-1) with two conditions (5-0)

Pension Boards

The Kissimmee Police Pension Board is meeting to review the second quarterly financial report for FY 2023, approve expenses, and discuss administrative items including officer reselection and share allocation distribution options. The agenda is largely routine, covering financial reports, minutes approval, and administrative decisions.

• Review of 2nd Quarterly Financial AndCo Report for FY 2023
• Approval of 2nd Quarter Expenses for FY 2023
• Approval of 2nd Quarterly Retirement, Return of Contributions, and Share Allocation report for FY 2023
• Approval of memo on proposed changes to interest on accumulated contributions
• Discussion on options for distribution of Share Allocation

The Kissimmee Police Pension Board unanimously approved using the Vanguard fund for next quarter's operating expenses, as recommended by consultant Dave West. The board also approved the February 7, 2023 minutes, 2nd quarter expenses, and the 2nd quarterly retirement/return of contributions/share allocation report. Officers were reselected, and the attorney was authorized to prepare a memo on interest changes and an ordinance for legislative updates.

• Approved use of Vanguard fund for next quarter's operating expenses (5-0)
• Approved minutes from February 7, 2023 meeting (5-0)
• Approved 2nd Quarter Expenses for FY 2023 (5-0)
• Approved 2nd Quarterly Retirement, Return of Contributions, and Share Allocation report (5-0)
• Approved sending memo on interest on accumulated contributions to City Manager and City Union (5-0)
• Reselected officers: Munoz as Chairman, Roman as Secretary, Willdigg as Vice Chairman (5-0)
• Approved attorney preparing ordinance for legislative changes (5-0)

Pension Boards

The Fire Pension Board will review an audit report from Saltmarsh, Cleveland & Gund and the 2nd Quarter BCA Investment Report. The board will also discuss share allocation payouts and follow up on a proposed Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for retirees.

• Review of Saltmarsh, Cleveland & Gund audit report
• Review of 2nd Quarter BCA Investment Report for FY 2023
• Discussion regarding share allocation scheduled payouts
• Approval of 2nd Quarter Retirements, Return of Contributions and Share Allocation
• Follow up on proposed COLA for retirees

The Kissimmee Fire Pension Board approved the independent audit report for fiscal years 2022 and 2021, along with second-quarter expenses, retirements, and share allocations, all by unanimous 5-0 votes. The board also discussed share allocation payout dates and was reminded of upcoming financial disclosure deadlines. No new business was conducted.

• Approved FY2022/2021 independent audit report (5-0)
• Approved February 7, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved 2nd quarter FY2023 expenses (5-0)
• Approved 2nd quarter FY2023 retirements, return of contributions, and share allocations (5-0)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission will hold first readings for ordinances amending firefighters’ and general employees’ retirement plans, and will vote on a license agreement amendment for Lancaster Ranch Park. The meeting also includes proclamations, service recognitions, and discussion items like social services funding updates.

• First reading of Ordinance #23-03 amending Firefighters Retirement Plan
• First reading of Ordinance #23-04 amending General Employees Retirement Plan
• Approval of First Amendment to Lancaster Ranch Park license agreement with Green Meadows Farm Ltd.
• Swearing in of new Police Chief Betty Holland
• Public hearing on Ordinance #23-05 amending Noise Ordinance (Section 22-26)

The Kissimmee City Commission approved the first readings of three ordinances: amendments to the Firefighters' Retirement Plan (Ordinance #23-03), the General Employees' Retirement Plan (#23-04), and the Noise Ordinance (#23-05). All votes were unanimous (5-0). The commission also approved the consent agenda, appointed Ethel Urbina to the KUA Board, and made several advisory board appointments.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance #23-03 amending Firefighters' Retirement Plan (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance #23-04 amending General Employees' Retirement Plan (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance #23-05 amending Noise Ordinance (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $1M HUD grant for Berlinsky House reconstruction (5-0)
• Appointed Ethel Urbina to KUA Board of Directors (5-0)
• Appointed Alexander Alemi to Planning Advisory Board (5-0)
• Reappointed multiple members to advisory boards (5-0)
• Withdrawn motion to appoint Manuel Gomez to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (5-0)

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Charter School Board is meeting to discuss a charter assignment under new business. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including roll call and public comment.

• Charter Assignment Discussion (item 6.A)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission is meeting to consider a consent agenda that includes a road jurisdiction swap with Osceola County, a five-year security services agreement with Universal Protection Services, and several other routine items. The commission will also hear proclamations and updates, including a quarterly report from Kissimmee Main Street.

• Interlocal agreement with Osceola County to transfer jurisdiction of Neptune Rd., Central Ave., and Carroll St. to the City, and Hoagland Blvd. to the County
• Five-year agreement with Universal Protection Services for security at city facilities, funded by $9,000 in the budget
• Acceptance of $5,090 per vehicle donation of lighting and sirens from Brooking Technologies for two police vehicles
• Transfer of $7,200 from the General Fund to replenish the GEO Assistance Fund after Hurricane Ian
• Approval of mitigation credit purchases totaling $150,400 for Lancaster Ranch Park Phase 1

The City Commission approved a consent agenda including the purchase of a dump truck and backhoe, a security services agreement, and a road jurisdiction transfer with Osceola County. The CRA Board approved $44,383 in additional funding for the Makinson Hardware building renovations.

• Approved purchase of Kenworth T880 dump truck for $194,384 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Case 590SN 4WD T4 backhoe for $124,532 (5-0)
• Approved five-year security services agreement with Universal Protection Services (5-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Osceola County to transfer jurisdiction of public roads (5-0)
• Approved $44,383 in additional funding for Z Family Assets, LLC (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of two police vehicle lighting and sirens packages valued at $5,090 each (5-0)
• Approved $15,030.62 in advertising funding from Experience Kissimmee for Gateway Airport (5-0)
• Appointed Luis Ruiz to Board of Adjustment and Hamza Godil to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (5-0)

Advisory Boards

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet to approve past meeting minutes, hear a director’s report, and discuss new business including fee waivers for fiscal year events, a community benefit grant, officer elections, and board attendance renewals.

• Approval of minutes from December 14, 2022 and February 8, 2023
• Annual fee waivers for 2022/2023 fiscal year events
• Community Benefit Grant discussion
• Vote on Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Officers for 2022/23

The board awarded a total of $8,751.50 for events occurring between June 1 and September 30, 2023. Grants were distributed among five organizations based on scoring. The total amount awarded for the 2022/23 fiscal year reached $52,113.18.

• Awarded $1,039.50 to CAFA Awards Banquet
• Awarded $2,100.00 to Jurassic Jungle
• Awarded $1,500 to Puerto Rican Parade/Festival
• Awarded $2,400 to Osceola Youth & Family Summit
• Awarded $1,712 to Opportunity Center Gala
• Removed application for Team Kareem

Advisory Boards

The Citizens Police Review Board is meeting to review internal affairs investigations and discuss policy. The board will consider three investigations (IA 22-013, IA 22-017, IA 22-018) and discuss City Policy 903, which governs the board itself. They will also approve minutes from October 2022 and set the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Review IA 22-013 Handling Money, Property, and Evidence
• Review IA 22-017 Standard of Conduct
• Review IA 22-018 Obedience to Policies and Procedures
• Discussion of City of Kissimmee Policy 903, Citizen's Police Review Board
• Approval of Board Minutes October 05, 2022

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including accepting a federal grant for police bicycles, approving fund transfers for a replacement airport vehicle and a fire apparatus driving simulator, and approving agreements with Skyview for the Beaumont Redevelopment Site. The agenda also includes appointments to advisory boards and recognition of an employee of the month.

• Accept $26,219.04 Justice Assistance Grant for police ERT bicycles
• Transfer $5,400 from Airport Reserves for replacement pickup truck
• Correct Fire Apparatus Driving Simulator cost to $130,125
• Use up to $89,693 in federal asset sharing funds for driving simulator trailer
• Approve Estoppel and Agreement to Cooperate with Skyview for Beaumont Phase 1

The Kissimmee City Commission approved the consent agenda unanimously, including grant acceptance and equipment purchases. It ratified Parks and Recreation Advisory Board actions that were invalid due to lack of quorum, approving fee waivers and a community grant. The Commission also appointed Sylvette Santos to the Planning Advisory Board and reinstated two board members.

• Approved consent agenda including $26,219.04 JAG-C grant, $5,400 airport vehicle transfer, $130,125 fire simulator purchase, and $89,693 FAST funds for trailer (5-0)
• Ratified Parks & Recreation Board fee waivers and $2,000 grant to Women Encouraging Women (5-0)
• Appointed Sylvette Santos to Planning Advisory Board contingent on license confirmation (5-0)
• Reinstated Albert Dorsey and Robin Wright to Parks & Recreation Advisory Board (5-0)
• Approved Estoppel Agreement with Skyview as CRA board (5-0)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission will consider accepting a $1,217,478.50 HOME-American Rescue Plan grant from Osceola County to fund housing and services for qualifying populations, including tenant-based rental assistance and supportive services. The agenda also includes several other grants, contract renewals, and routine approvals, along with proclamations and presentations.

• Accept $1,217,478.50 HOME-ARP grant for homelessness housing and services
• Approve $40,040 contract renewal for umpire services with Osceola Umpires LLC
• Accept $50,000 FRDAP grant for Oak Street Community Park playground and pavilion
• Authorize $150,000 Boating Improvement Grant application for Toho Marina repairs
• Approve Community Risk Assessment Standard of Cover for Fire Department accreditation

The Kissimmee City Commission approved the consent agenda in its entirety (4-0), which included accepting grants, a park deed, and a first amendment for umpire services. The commission also approved 30-day extensions for vacancies on the Planning Advisory Board and Board of Adjustment. No public hearings or substantive policy decisions were held.

• Approved consent agenda in entirety (4-0)
• Approved March 7, 2023 commission minutes
• Approved first amendment for umpire services with Osceola Umpires LLC
• Accepted HOME-ARP disbursement agreement with Osceola County
• Authorized submission of 2023-24 VOCA grant application
• Accepted $50,000 FRDAP grant for Oak Street Community Park restoration
• Adopted Resolution #02-2023 for 2023 Florida Boating Improvement Program grant
• Approved 30-day extension for Planning Advisory Board Seat #3 vacancy (4-0)

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board and Brownfields Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from January 4, 2023, and receive a presentation from the Sustainable Workplace Alliance about the Brownfields Job Training Grant. No other substantive decisions or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of January 4, 2023 Planning Advisory Board minutes
• Presentation from Sustainable Workplace Alliance on Brownfields Job Training Grant

The board approved the minutes from the January 4, 2023, workshop. The meeting included a presentation from the Sustainable Workplace Alliance regarding a Brownfields Job Training Grant.

• Approved January 4, 2023 Planning Advisory Board Workshop minutes (5-0)

Pension Boards

The Fire Pension Board will meet to review a Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) study. The board will also consider a request to approve a proposed ordinance.

• Review of COLA study
• Approval of proposed ordinance

The Board reviewed COLA study options and recommended an ad-hoc cost-of-living adjustment for fire retirees to the City Commission. The Board also approved a proposed ordinance updating IRS changes, salary definitions, and buyback options.

• Recommended ad-hoc COLA for fire retirees to City Commissioners (4-0)
• Approved request for an additional COLA scenario from the Actuary (4-0)
• Approved proposed ordinance regarding IRS changes, salary definitions, overpayments, and service buybacks (4-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will review several consent agenda items, including a contract for basketball court resurfacing and business lease renewals. The meeting also includes the swearing in of three new police officers and discussion regarding vacancies on the Board of Adjustment and Planning Advisory Board.

• Award $53,304.72 contract to The Nidy Sports Construction Co. for basketball court resurfacing
• Swearing in of three new police officers: Destiny Gonzalez, Trevoye Smith, and Sasha Leach
• Approval of final plats for Marin Plat and HiTIDE Manufacturing Group
• Renewal of business leases for 1021 West Oak Street, Suites A, B, and E
• Discussion of vacancies on the Board of Adjustment and Planning Advisory Board

The Kissimmee City Commission approved the consent agenda 5-0, which included the final plats for Marin and HiTIDE Manufacturing Group, a basketball court resurfacing contract, and three business leases. The Commission also voted 5-0 to fund Commissioner participation in Leadership Osceola for FY2023/2024. No other substantive decisions were made; public comments were heard but no action was taken.

• Approved consent agenda 5-0, including final plats, basketball court resurfacing contract, and business leases
• Approved funding for Commission participation in Leadership Osceola FY2023/2024 (5-0)
• Swore in three new police officers
• Recognized Employee of the Month and 100th anniversary of council-manager government

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Charter School Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes from the previous meeting, receiving a presentation on National School Choice Week, and discussing an instructional materials policy under old business. The board will also review a financial report under new business. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from January 19, 2023
• Presentation of National School Choice Week Participation Certificate
• Discussion of Instructional Materials Policy
• Review of Financial Report

Pension Boards

The General Pension Board is meeting to review the first-quarter financial report for FY 2023 and consider several administrative items. Key decisions include approving the FY 2022 actuarial valuation report, reviewing an impact study for a proposed cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) with two options, and discussing Social Security options within the general retirement plan. The board will also discuss a payroll deduction option for buying back credited service for prior military or government service.

• Review of 1st Quarter Financial Report for FY 2023
• Approval of FY 2022 Actuarial Valuation Report
• Review and approve impact study for proposed COLA with two options
• Discussion on payroll deduction option for buyback of credited service for prior military or government service
• Review and approval for Social Security options within the General retirement plan

The General Pension Board approved rebalancing mid-cap funds by selling 2% of the Vanguard S&P Mid-Cap index and moving proceeds to the R&D account. They also approved the FY 2022 Actuarial Valuation Report, declared a 6.8% expected rate of return, and approved quarterly retirements and expenses. The board authorized drafting an ordinance for a payroll deduction buy-back option and forwarded a COLA impact study to the City Manager and Executive Director.

• Approved rebalancing mid-cap fund by selling 2% of Vanguard S&P Mid-Cap (5-0)
• Approved FY 2022 Actuarial Valuation Report (5-0)
• Declared expected annual rate of return at 6.8% net of investment expenses (5-0)
• Approved 1st Quarterly Retirements and Return of Contributions for FY 2023 (5-0)
• Approved 1st Quarterly Expenses for FY 2023 (5-0)
• Authorized attorney to prepare ordinance for payroll deduction buy-back option (5-0)
• Forwarded COLA impact study to City Manager and Executive Director (5-0)
• Approved plan amendment to add Joint and Survivor option to social security annuity (5-0)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission will consider a final vote on an updated noise ordinance that reorganizes enforcement and adds fines for repeat violations. Commissioners will also vote on purchasing three mechanical chest compression devices for $56,078.46 and approve routine items like minutes, grants, and contract extensions.

• Final vote on Noise Ordinance #23-01 with updated enforcement and fines for repeat violations
• Purchase of 3 mechanical chest compression devices from Stryker Medical for $56,078.46
• Approval to use $15,000 in federal forfeiture funds for Operation Identify program wristbands
• Extension of disaster debris removal contracts with Crowder Gulf and Southern Disaster Recovery
• Resolution to amend Local Housing Assistance Plan with increased award limits up to $250,000

The City Commission adopted a reorganized Noise Ordinance that includes tiered fines for repeat violations. The Commission also approved a series of consent agenda items including emergency equipment purchases and disaster response contract extensions.

• Adopted Ordinance # 3070 updating the Noise Ordinance and adding repeat violation fines (4-0)
• Approved purchase of three mechanical chest compression devices from Stryker Medical for $56,078.46
• Approved $566.77 in additional funding for Stryker Medical equipment for New Rescue 16
• Approved use of Federal Justice Department forfeiture funding for Operation Identify Program
• Adopted Resolution 01-2023 amending the Local Housing Assistance Plan for FY 2022-2025
• Extended disaster response contracts for debris monitoring (Thompson Consulting Services) and removal (Crowder Gulf and Southern Disaster Recovery)
• Approved termination of Developer's Service Agreement between Downtown Kissimmee CRA and Toho Water Authority (4-0)
• Appointed Yohanna Cruz to the Planning Advisory Board (4-0)

Advisory Boards

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will approve prior minutes, hear public comment, and receive a director's update. New business includes scoring fee waiver grant applications for Period III of 2022/23, considering a Community Benefit Grant, and voting on board officers for 2022/23.

• Fee Waiver Grant Scoring - Period III - 2022/23
• Community Benefit Grant
• 2022/23 Vote of Parks and Recreation Board Officers
• Approval of December 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Directors Update

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved fee waiver awards totaling $9,381.50 for six organizations for Period III (June–September 2023) and a $2,000 Community Benefit Grant to Women Encouraging Women. Both motions passed 4-0. The board tabled approval of December 2022 minutes and officer elections due to lack of quorum.

• Approved fee waivers: Team Kareem $630, CAFA Awards Banquet $1,039.50, Jurassic Jungle $2,100, Puerto Rican Parade/Festival $1,500, Osceola Youth & Family Summit $2,400, Opportunity Center Gala $1,712 (4-0)
• Approved $2,000 Community Benefit Grant to Women Encouraging Women (4-0)
• Tabled approval of December 14, 2022 meeting minutes until April 2023 (no quorum)
• Tabled 2022/23 board officer elections until next meeting (no quorum)

Pension Boards

The Kissimmee Police Pension Board will meet to hear a review of the first quarterly financial report for fiscal year 2023, approve the 2022 actuarial valuation report, and vote on minutes and expenses from the prior quarter. The board will also hear from the attorney and address old and new business.

• Review of 1st Quarterly Financial Report for FY 2023
• Approval of FY 2022 Actuarial Valuation Report
• Approval of Police Pension Board Minutes for December 6, 2022
• Approval of 1st Quarterly Expenses for FY 2023
• Approval of 1st Quarterly Retirement, Return of Contributions, and Share Allocation for FY 2023

The Kissimmee Police Pension Board met on February 7, 2023, and approved the FY 2022 Actuarial Valuation Report alongside a projected 7.2% net annual rate of return. The Board also approved the December 6, 2022 meeting minutes, FY 2023 1st quarterly expenses, retirements, return of contributions, and share allocations. Additionally, the Board authorized the attorney to prepare a memo for the union regarding proposed plan changes.

• Approved FY 2022 Actuarial Valuation Report (5-0)
• Approved expected net annual rate of return of 7.2% (5-0)
• Approved Police Pension Board minutes for December 6, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved 1st Quarterly Expense Report for FY 2023 (5-0)
• Approved 1st Quarterly Retirements, Return of Contributions and Share Allocation for FY 2023 (5-0)
• Approved attorney Scott Christiansen to prepare a memo for the union regarding proposed changes (5-0)

Pension Boards

The Kissimmee Fire Pension Board meets to review the first quarter financial report for FY 2023 and approve the FY 2022 actuarial valuation report. Administrative items include approving minutes, quarterly retirements, expenses, and a retiree's request for a cost of living adjustment.

• Review of 1st Quarter Financial Report for FY 2023
• Approval of FY 2022 Actuarial Valuation Report
• Approval of 1st Quarter Expenses for FY 2023
• Email from retiree Duane Hunter requesting cost of living adjustment
• Discussion on E-Z payment option for buy-back of credited service and prior military service

The Fire Pension Board approved the FY 2022 Actuarial Valuation Report and authorized two cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) scenarios for retirees to be considered by the city commission. The board also approved an experience study, quarterly financial reports, and directed the attorney to draft an ordinance for payroll deduction options regarding service buy-backs. The 2023 Firefighters' Summary Plan Description was tabled.

• Approved FY 2022 Actuarial Valuation Report (5-0)
• Approved experience study up to $10,000 (5-0)
• Approved Nov 1, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Q1 FY 2023 retirements and share allocations (5-0)
• Approved Q1 FY 2023 expense report (5-0)
• Tabled 2023 Firefighters' Summary Plan Description
• Approved two COLA increase scenarios for retirees (5-0)
• Approved drafting ordinance for payroll deduction buy-backs (5-0)

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission will hold its regular meeting on February 7, 2023, where commissioners will consider a first reading of an updated noise ordinance, approve new firefighting equipment purchases totaling $437,459.48, and accept a $40,000 state grant for a community garden. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving minutes, proclamations, and swearing in new firefighters.

• First reading of updated Noise Ordinance with fines for repeat violations and code enforcement changes
• Purchase of ST-Genesis Fire Apparatus Driving Simulator for $115,275
• Purchase of new Rescue Unit (Rescue 16) for $322,185 with $20,000 fund transfer
• Approval of $40,000 Florida Urban and Community Farming Pilot Program Grant for Quail Hollow Park Community Garden
• Agreement with EnRange, Inc. for Public Safety Training Center lead mitigation services

The City Commission approved the first reading of a reorganized Noise Ordinance that includes tiered fines for repeat violations. The Commission also passed a consent agenda covering various public safety purchases, grants, and infrastructure agreements.

• Approved first reading of Proposed Ordinance # 23-01 regarding Noise Ordinance updates (5-0)
• Accepted $5,000 equipment donation for Nord trucks (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including lead mitigation services for Public Safety Training Center (5-0)
• Approved purchase of ST-Genesis Series Fire Apparatus Driving Simulator (5-0)
• Approved purchase of new Rescue Unit (Rescue 16) from Excellance, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $79,230 in additional SHIP funding for FY 2022-2023 (5-0)
• Approved 30-day extension for Board of Adjustment Seat # 1 vacancy (5-0)
• Approved $250 in travel funds for Commissioner Eady (5-0)

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Charter School Board is meeting to handle routine business including approving prior minutes, appointing King & Walker as auditor for fiscal year 2023, and discussing an instructional materials policy. The board will also consider a revised budget and hear a presentation from Thespian Troupe #89319.

• Approval of 12.1.2022 School Advisory Board Minutes
• Auditor approval of King & Walker for Fiscal Year 2023
• Discussion of Instructional Materials Policy
• Revised Budget consideration
• Thespian Troupe #89319 presentation

City Commission

The Kissimmee City Commission will hold a public hearing on a zoning change for the 62-acre Ivey Creek property from Planned Mixed Use Development to Multiple Family Medium Density Residential. The meeting will also vote on routine items including HVAC upgrades, security contracts, and grants for local events.

• Rezone Ivey Creek (62 acres) from PMUD to RC-1 zoning, ZMA-22-0006
• Approve $321,144 HVAC replacement at Central Services Complex
• Renew $120,700 security/fire monitoring contract with Johnson Controls
• Award $RF2023-002 concession services at Fortune Road Athletic Complex to Gulfstream Catering Inc
• Accept TDC grants for 2023 Kowtown Festival and Pridefest Kissimmee events

The document is not official meeting minutes but a letter from the NAACP Osceola County Branch. It contains no city commission actions, votes, or decisions. The letter announces Black History Month recognition and requests nominations by January 26.

Advisory Boards

The Kissimmee Planning Advisory Board will hold public hearings on four development proposals, including a child care facility, an office conversion, a 30-unit multifamily development, and a zoning map amendment. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its November 2, 2022 meeting and discuss board member attendance.

• Public hearing for conditional use to establish a child care facility at 820 Emmett Street (CU-22-0011)
• Public hearing for conditional use to establish an office conversion at 721 Mabbette Street (DRC-21-00055)
• Public hearing for conditional use to establish a 30-unit multifamily residential development at 511 Dillingham Avenue (CU-22-0010)
• Public hearing on ordinance amending zoning map from PMUD to RC-1 for Ivey Creek (ZMA-22-0006, Ordinance #22-21)

The board approved conditional use requests for a child care facility and an office conversion, as well as a 30-unit multi-family residential development. Additionally, the board approved a zoning map amendment for a 62-acre property on Fortune Rd.

• Approved child care facility at 820 Emmett Street with 7 conditions (4-0)
• Approved office conversion at 721 Mabbette Street with 5 conditions (4-0)
• Approved 30-unit multi-family residential development at 511 Dillingham Avenue with 5 conditions (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 62 acres on south side of Fortune Rd from PMUD to RC-1 (3-0)
• Approved November 2, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)