Mount Dora public meetings in 2022

General

The agenda for the December 28, 2022, meeting indicates that no formal meeting will be held. While several development items are listed, the document explicitly states "NO FORMAL MEETING."

• No formal meeting scheduled

General

The Mount Dora Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on four development requests: two Future Land Use Map (FLUM) amendments and two rezonings, all for properties along US Hwy 441 and SR 46. The commission will take public input and deliberate on each item. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, public participation for non-agenda items, and a training announcement.

• FLUM amendment request by Orange Lake Development LLC at US Hwy 441 (Project No. FLUM22-04SM)
• Rezoning request by Orange Lake Development LLC at US Hwy 441 (Project No. Z22-04)
• FLUM amendment request by MKMS LLC & Mt Dora Hills at 21500 SR 46 (Project No. FLUM22-05SM)
• Rezoning request (Final PUD) by MKMS LLC & Mt Dora Hills at 21500 SR 46 (Project No. PUD22-04)
• Planning Officials Training scheduled for February 10, 2023

The Commission approved a large mixed-use development project and several land use and zoning amendments. One rezoning request was approved after the applicant agreed to a lower-intensity zoning district.

• Approved land use change for 2.16 acres on US Hwy 441 from Public Lands and Institutions to Commercial (6-1)
• Approved rezoning of 2.16 acres on US Hwy 441 to C-2A (6-1)
• Approved land use change for 36.43 acres at 21500 SR 46 to Mount Dora Employment Center (7-0)
• Approved Wolf Branch Innovation Employment (WBI-E) PUD for 36.43 acres with staff conditions and height concerns noted (6-1)
• Approved November 16, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

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The Mount Dora City Council will hold a regular session on December 20, 2022, with several action items including approval of an amendment to an agreement with Accurate Power and Technology, Inc., an agreement with the State of Florida for the Simpson Farmhouse Project, a resolution supporting medical marijuana facility regulation, and a resolution adding July 3, 2023 to the holiday schedule. The council will also conduct a final reading (adoption) of Ordinance 2022-20 for the Vista Hills PUD Master Plan, make advisory board appointments, and hear public comments. The agenda includes routine items such as meeting minutes, 2023 meeting dates, and a lobbyist update.

• Final reading of Ordinance 2022-20, Final PUD Master Plan for Vista Hills
• Approval of Amendment 1 to agreement with Accurate Power and Technology, Inc.
• Approval of agreement with State of Florida for Simpson Farmhouse Project
• Resolution 2022-81 supporting medical marijuana facility regulation legislation
• Resolution 2022-79 adding Monday, July 3, 2023 to observed holiday schedule

The Mount Dora City Council unanimously approved the final reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 2022-20, which changes the zoning district classification for property on the north side of SR 46 and the west side of Norton Lane to implement the Final PUD Master Plan for Vista Hills. The council also approved the consent agenda, including Resolution 2022-81 supporting medical marijuana facility regulation legislation, and made several advisory board appointments. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Ordinance 2022-20 Final PUD Master Plan for Vista Hills (unanimous roll call)
• Approved consent agenda including Resolution 2022-81 supporting medical marijuana facility regulation legislation (unanimous)
• Approved advisory board appointments for CRA, Historic Preservation, Library, Northeast CRA, Parks and Recreation, and Planning and Zoning (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 calendar year meeting dates for City Council regular sessions (unanimous)

City Council Regular Session

The General Pension Board will hold its quarterly meeting to review investment performance reports from AndCo Consulting and a legal update from attorney Pedro Herrera. The board will also approve payment of invoices totaling $20,104.83, set 2023 meeting dates, and consider a fiduciary renewal invoice from Brown & Brown. Informational items include quarterly reports from ASB Allegiance Real Estate Fund and Galliard.

• Payment of invoices totaling $20,104.83 to AndCo Consulting, Salem Trust, ASB Real Estate Investments, Sugarman & Susskind, Brown & Brown Insurance, and FPPTA
• Review of AndCo's proposed flat-fee revision and investment performance for period ending September 30, 2022
• Legal report and update from attorney Pedro Herrera
• Proposed meeting dates for 2023
• Brown & Brown fiduciary renewal invoice #6932820

Police Officers' Pension & Retirement

The Mount Dora Police Officers’ Pension Fund Board of Trustees meets to approve minutes, hear consultant and legal reports, and set 2023 meeting dates and renewals. No policy decisions are scheduled.

• Approved $17,747.59 in paid invoices to AndCo, Sugarman Susskind Braswell & Herrera, and Salem Trust
• Quarterly reports and updates from AndCo Consulting and legal counsel
• Proposed 2023 meeting dates and FPPTA membership renewal
• Signature authorization form update
• Salem Trust statement of account and Galliard 3Q 2022 investment reviews presented

Firefighters' Pension & Retirement

The Firefighters' Pension Board will hold its quarterly meeting to approve minutes, set 2023 meeting dates, and approve invoices. The board will also review investment statements, portfolio reviews, and budget reports for the pension fund.

• Approval of 2023 meeting dates
• Approval of invoices
• Salem Trust statements for September and October 2022
• Galliard Intermediate Core Fund Investment Review 3Q'22
• Fire Pension Budget Report 22-23

Northeast CRA Advisory Board

The Northeast Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to gather public input regarding the Resource and Recreation Center. The board will also review previous meeting minutes and set the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Public input on Resource and Recreation Center
• Approval of September 13, 2022, and October 25, 2022, minutes
• Approval of 2023 Northeast CRA meeting dates

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The W.T. Bland Public Library Advisory Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of the October 10, 2022 minutes, public comment, a library director's report, and a discussion of library materials. No specific action items or dollar amounts are listed.

• Approval of October 10, 2022 meeting minutes
• Public comment period
• Library Director's Report
• Discussion of library materials

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The Mount Dora City Council is holding a special meeting to attend a Lake County 2070 workshop hosted by 1000 Friends, part of the East Central Florida Regional Planning Council's Joint Planning Area project. The workshop aims to gather resident input on growth and development challenges, with a focus on identifying conservation corridors while supporting the local economy. No formal decisions are expected; the meeting is for discussion and community engagement.

• Workshop on Lake County 2070 growth and conservation planning
• Joint Planning Area project approved by Lake County
• Input sought from residents, agricultural producers, business leaders
• Meeting held at UF/IFAS Agricultural Center, 1951 Woodlea Rd, Tavares

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The Mount Dora City Council will certify election results, swear in newly elected and re-elected members, and elect a vice mayor. They will also consider several action items, including a fireworks launch resolution, a food trailer transfer to the Lake County Sheriff's Office, lease and solar agreement amendments, and first reading of a PUD master plan for Vista Hills.

• Certified election results and swearing-in of council members
• Resolution No. 2022-77: Approving fireworks launch and dock closure for New Year's Eve block party
• Vehicle transfer agreement: Food trailer from City to Lake County Sheriff's Office
• Amendment 2 to Solar Purchase Power Agreement with Mount Dora Solar Farm I LLC
• First reading of Ordinance No. 2022-20: Final PUD Master Plan for Vista Hills

The Mount Dora City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 2022-20, the Final PUD Master Plan for Vista Hills, by a unanimous roll call vote. The council also adopted Resolution No. 2022-73, approving the Master Fee Schedule with several agreed-upon changes, also by unanimous roll call. Other actions included accepting certified election results, re-electing Vice-Mayor Marc Crail, appointing Robert Cooper to the Library Advisory Board, and approving the consent agenda.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-20, Vista Hills PUD Master Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-73, Master Fee Schedule with changes (unanimous)
• Accepted certified election results (unanimous)
• Re-elected Vice-Mayor Marc Crail (unanimous)
• Appointed Robert Cooper to Library Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including fireworks, food trailer transfer, lease amendments, solar agreement, and minutes (unanimous)

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The agenda for the Mount Dora Development Review Committee indicates that no formal meeting will be held. While the document lists various pending project requests, no active discussion or decisions are scheduled for this date.

• No formal meeting scheduled
• Listed items include site plans, rezonings, and final plats for various projects
• Project requests include Mount Dora Self Storage and Win 1 Ministries Worship Center

Historic Preservation Board

The Mount Dora Historic Preservation Board will hold a public hearing to consider three Certificates of Appropriateness for property alterations: a porch, bathroom addition, and facade improvements at 1065 N Baker Street; an addition to the Mount Dora Yacht Club at 351 W Fourth Street; and an enclosed porch at 625 N Tremain Street. The board will also receive an update on the Simpson Farmhouse. The meeting includes public participation for non-agenda items and approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for 1065 N Baker Street: new front porch, bathroom addition, and facade improvements
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 351 W Fourth Street: Mount Dora Yacht Club addition
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 625 N Tremain Street: enclosed porch
• Simpson Farmhouse update
• Approval of minutes from October 26, 2022

The Mount Dora Historic Preservation Board approved four Certificates of Appropriateness, including a garage remodel, decorative tile installation, a new commercial building, and a roof shingle replacement. The board also approved the minutes from August 31, 2022, and the 2023 meeting dates. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved COA for garage remodel and pool cabana (unanimous)
• Approved COA for decorative tile on eastern elevation (unanimous)
• Approved COA for new commercial building near Royellou Lane (unanimous)
• Approved COA for asbestos shingle replacement with asphalt (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 31, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 meeting dates (unanimous)

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The Mount Dora Public Arts Commission is meeting to discuss public arts funding options presented by the Mount Dora Community Trust, review a proposed ordinance amending city code regarding board member reappointments and alternates, and hear reports from commission members. The agenda includes standard items like approval of minutes and public comment, but the substantive items are the funding presentation and the ordinance review.

• Presentation by Mr. Rob English on Mount Dora Community Trust Public Arts Funding Options
• Review of Ordinance No. 2022-26 amending Chapter 2, Article VIII of City Code regarding boards and commissions
• Approval of October 25, 2022 meeting minutes
• Commission member reports from Susan Grogan, Maryann McNamara, Keashawn 'Kay' Volmer, John Wesner, Harlow Middleton, and Thomas Decker
• Future meeting dates: Dec 27, 2022; Jan 24, 2023; Feb 28, 2023

The Public Arts Commission approved the October 25, 2022, meeting minutes and voted to cancel the December meeting. The commission tabled a discussion on funding options with the Mount Dora Community Trust until January 2023.

• Approved October 25, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Canceled December commission meeting (6-0)
• Tabled Mount Dora Community Trust funding options until January 24, 2023

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The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will consider approving the scope of work and guaranteed maximum price for construction manager at-risk services for the Charles Edgerton Memorial Fountain, with Faden Builders, Inc. The board will also review board member reappointments and alternates in light of Ordinance No. 2022-26, and receive updates from city staff on parks, recreation, and cultural events.

• Approve Scope of Work and GMP for CMAR services – Charles Edgerton Memorial Fountain (Faden Builders, Inc.)
• Review Ordinance No. 2022-26 amending Chapter 2, Article VIII (Boards and Commissions) regarding reappointments and alternates
• Approve October 17, 2022 meeting minutes
• Public comment period
• Parks and Recreation and Cultural/Special Events updates

The provided minutes contain only a meeting agenda outline. No substantive decisions, votes, or actions were recorded in the document.

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The Commission will consider multiple land use applications, including a conditional use permit for a worship center and a final PUD for Vista Hills Route 46 Properties. The meeting also includes the election of a Vice-Chair.

• CUP request for Win 1 Ministries Worship Center at Eudora Rd & Old Highway 441
• Final PUD request for Vista Hills Route 46 Properties, LLC at Bobwhite Lane
• Site plan request for Offices at Mount Dora at 18660 US Highway 441
• Minor site plan request for Millers Ale House at 17314 US Hwy 441
• Site plan request for Mount Dora Self Storage at 19630 US 441

The Commission approved a Final PUD for mixed-use development at Vista Hills and several site plans for commercial projects. The board also approved a conditional use permit for a worship center and appointed a Vice-Chair.

• Appointed Miles Beach as Vice-Chair
• Approved CUP for Win | Ministries Worship Center (6-0)
• Approved Final PUD for Vista Hills mixed-use development (6-0)
• Approved site plan for Offices at Mount Dora (5-1)
• Approved Minor Site Plan for Millers Ale House with conditions (6-0)
• Approved site plan for Mount Dora Self Storage (6-0)
• Approved October 19, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

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The Mount Dora City Council will hold its regular session on November 15, 2022, at 6:00 PM. The meeting includes presentations, public comments, and several approvals, including a zoning change for Green Wheat, LLC and Donnelly, LLC. The council will also vote on budget amendments, contracts, and grant applications.

• Approval of $89,689.34 purchase of Meridian Barriers from Meridian Rapid Defense Group LLC
• Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-74, FY 2021-22 Year End Budget Amendment
• Approval of Amendment 2 to landscaping services agreement with Commercial Landscape Professionals, Inc.
• Request to apply for DEO Broadband Opportunity Program Grant and State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program
• Final reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 2022-19, Change in Zoning for Green Wheat, LLC and Donnelly, LLC

The Mount Dora City Council approved Resolution No. 2022-74, the FY 2021-22 year-end budget amendment, by a roll call vote. The council also approved an agreement with the Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce for the Welcome/Visitor Center, with Mayor Stile voting no due to the amount exceeding the original budget. A zoning change for Green Wheat, LLC and Donnelly, LLC was adopted on final reading, and the December 6 meeting was rescheduled to December 5.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-74 FY 2021-22 year-end budget amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Chamber of Commerce Welcome/Visitor Center agreement (5-1, Mayor Stile no)
• Rescheduled December 6 council meeting to December 5, 2022 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-19 zoning change for Green Wheat, LLC and Donnelly, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Meridian barriers purchase ($89,689.34) and retirement plan record keeper change (unanimous)

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The Mount Dora City Council is holding a work session with one discussion item: the Lake County Joint Planning Agreement. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting. Future regular session dates are listed for November 15, December 6, December 20, 2022, and January 3, 2022.

• Discussion of Lake County Joint Planning Agreement

The Mount Dora City Council held a work session to discuss a Joint Planning Agreement (JPA) with Lake County. No formal decisions were made; the discussion covered the agreement's advantages, disadvantages, and potential revisions, and the county attorney is scheduled to meet with the county board on December 6 to discuss the city's proposed language. The council also discussed scheduling conflicts with a planning workshop and future meeting dates.

• Adjourned work session (unanimous voice vote)

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The Mount Dora City Council is holding a work session with one action item: adoption of Resolution No. 2022-78, which would declare a state of emergency related to Hurricane Nicole. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with call to order, roll call, and adjournment.

• Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-78, State of Emergency Related to Hurricane Nicole

The Mount Dora City Council held a special meeting and unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2022-78, declaring a local state of emergency in response to Hurricane Nicole. The resolution also makes emergency event response pay inapplicable and sets the duration of the emergency. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-78 declaring a local state of emergency for Hurricane Nicole (unanimous roll call vote)

CRA Advisory Board

The CRA Advisory Board will discuss the current parking inventory, compliance with ADA requirements, and long-term strategies to address downtown parking demand. The meeting covers data on existing spaces, past studies, and proposed solutions like time-limit changes and wayfinding improvements.

• 802 total parking spaces counted, including 33 ADA-compliant spots
• New 49-space lot at southeast corner of 3rd Avenue and N. Baker Street added
• Proposed 2-hour time limit for on-street parking on 3rd, 4th, and 5th Avenues between Baker and Alexander Streets
• Urban Land Institute estimates need for 1,201 parking spaces, requiring 399 additional spots
• Smart parking solution discussed to reduce vehicle circling and emissions

The committee approved the minutes from the June 1, 2022 meeting. Members discussed upcoming events in the Highland Street corridor, potential changes to the sidewalk sales ordinance, and current budget projections.

• Approved June 1, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

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The Mount Dora City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes a $510,032.18 fiber optic equipment purchase for city facilities, and will hold public hearings on a small-scale land use map amendment and zoning change for Green Wheat LLC and Donnelly LLC. They will also discuss a proposed language revision to the Joint Planning Agreement with Lake County and conduct the City Manager's annual review.

• Resolution 2022-70: Approve Light Up Mount Dora fireworks display
• Purchase fiber optic equipment and installation from Precision Contracting Services, Inc. for $510,032.18
• Ordinance 2022-18: Small-scale future land use map amendment for Green Wheat LLC and Donnelly LLC (1.14 acres)
• Ordinance 2022-19: First reading of zoning change for Green Wheat LLC and Donnelly LLC
• Resolution 2022-68 and 2022-69: Revising CRA Advisory Committee and Northeast CRA Advisory Board

The provided document consists of performance evaluation scores and narrative feedback for City Manager Patrick Comiskey. It details his ratings across eight categories and lists administrative and infrastructure accomplishments for FY 2021-22.

• Reorganized Finance Department and created Budget Director position
• Reorganized Leisure Services, separating the Library and Parks & Recreation
• Provided 5% raise for all employees and additional 5% raise for firefighters
• Secured independent Internal Affairs investigator for Police Department
• Limited scope of bond funded projects to realize estimated $15.5 million in savings
• Paid off vehicle leases totaling approximately $715,000
• Entered into power purchase agreement with OUC
• Completed Children's Library Expansion and WWTP#2 Odor Control

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The Development Review Committee is holding a no-formal-meeting agenda to review several development requests, including a site plan for offices, a final PUD, a preliminary plat, and a minor site plan, plus resubmittals for construction plans and utility reviews. No formal decisions will be made at this meeting; it is for review and discussion only.

• Site Plan SP21-05: The Offices at Mount Dora, 18660 US Highway 441
• Final PUD PUD22-03: Wekiva Hills, Bobwhite Ln, CR 46, North of Vista View
• Preliminary Plat PR22-13PREL: JPA Wolf Creek Estates, Wolf Branch Road near Heather Street
• Minor Site Plan SP22-12: Miller's Ale House, 17314 US Hwy 441
• Resubmittal: Final Construction Plan PR22-08FNLC for Parks of Mount Dora

Historic Preservation Board

The Board will consider Certificates of Appropriateness for several property modifications. Members will also discuss Wekiva Trail impacts and historic district design guidelines.

• Garage and cabana modification at 229 E 6th Ave
• Reroofing at 853 N Clayton Ave
• Hardy Board to Tile conversion at 308 N Tremain
• New building for Mount Dora Center for the Arts at 138 E 5th Ave
• Input on impacts from Segment 5 of the Wekiva Trail

Northeast CRA Advisory Board

The Northeast CRA Advisory Board will review the use plan for the upcoming Resource and Recreation Center and receive updates on broadband access initiatives and police department activities. The meeting is procedural with no formal decisions scheduled.

• Use Plan for Resource and Recreation Center discussed
• Police Department Update presented
• Broadband access survey data collection ongoing for grant application

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The Mount Dora Public Arts Commission is meeting to approve the August 23, 2022 minutes, hear public comment, and discuss ongoing projects and budget balances. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items, resolutions, or ordinances listed for decision.

• Approval of August 23, 2022 meeting minutes
• Review of ongoing projects list
• Review of ongoing budget balances
• Reports from commission members

The Public Arts Commission approved the Faden Builders proposal to install a three-tier fountain with lights at Elizabeth Evans Park, contingent on costs not exceeding a 10 percent contingency and with future discussion on light changes and upgrades. The Commission also approved the Public Art Master Plan, excluding the funding portion, which will be decided later. Both motions passed unanimously by roll call vote.

• Approved Faden Builders proposal for Evans Park fountain installation (unanimous roll call)
• Approved Public Art Master Plan excluding funding portion (unanimous roll call)
• Agreed to establish annual goals for budget requests

Code Enforcement Special Magistrate

The Code Compliance Special Magistrate will hold a hearing regarding an alleged violation of city code concerning tree removal permits. The meeting will address a specific case involving a property located at 8044 Arcadian Court.

• Hearing for Case 2022-0056: City of Mount Dora vs. Edward L. Rowlett, Denis M. Fuertes, and DJZ Landscaping, LLC regarding 8044 Arcadian Court

The Special Magistrate found Edward Rowlett, Denis Fuertes, and DJZ Landscaping responsible for two of five charged violations of the city's tree-removal permit ordinance at 8044 Arcadian Court. A $5,000 penalty per violation was imposed on Rowlett, and a separate $5,000 per violation on Fuertes and DJZ Landscaping, with payment due by December 20, 2022. A requested continuance was denied.

• Denied continuance request by Rowlett's attorney
• Found Rowlett responsible for 2 tree-removal violations
• Found Fuertes and DJZ Landscaping responsible for 2 tree-removal violations
• Imposed $10,000 total penalty on Rowlett (2 violations x $5,000)
• Imposed $10,000 total penalty on Fuertes and DJZ Landscaping (2 violations x $5,000)

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The Mount Dora Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to review three development requests: a Future Land Use Map change and rezoning for a SR 44 infill project, and a minor site plan for a residential property on East 1st Avenue. No decisions will be made by the City Council at this meeting.

• FLUM change request for Green Wheat LLC & Donnelly LLC’s SR 44 infill project (Project No. FLUM22-03SM)
• Rezoning request for Green Wheat LLC & Donnelly LLC’s SR 44 infill project (Project No. Z22-03)
• Minor site plan review for 1019 East 1st Avenue (Project No. SP22-11)

The Commission approved a land use amendment and rezoning request for properties on SR 44, as well as a minor site plan for 1019 East 1st Avenue. These items will be forwarded to the City Council for further consideration. Additionally, the Commission accepted the resignation of Vice-Chair Rebecca Carter.

• Approved August 17, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved FLUM amendment for 18510 & 18514 SR 44 (6-0)
• Approved rezoning for 18510 & 18514 SR 44 (6-0)
• Approved minor site plan for 1019 East 1st Avenue (6-0)

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The Mount Dora City Council will consider several action items, including approving guaranteed maximum prices for the City Hall roof replacement and Simpson Farmhouse restoration, and providing direction on city facilities for fire, electric, public works, water/wastewater, and parks. Public hearings include final adoption of the Vedder Holsters PUD master plan and a resolution to adjust the electric base rate and power cost charge. The agenda also includes routine items like proclamations, board appointments, and consent agenda approvals.

• Final reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 2022-14, Final PUD Master Plan for Vedder Holsters
• Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-67, Adjustment of the Electric Base Rate and Power Cost Charge
• Approval of Task Authorization/GMP for City Hall Roof Replacement
• Approval of Task Authorization/GMP for Simpson Farmhouse Restoration
• Approval of Agreement with State of Florida for Simpson Farmhouse Project

The City Council approved adjustments to electric utility base rates and power cost charges effective November 1. The council also authorized funding for City Hall and Simpson Farmhouse restorations and selected a proposal for future city facility projects.

• Approved electric utility base rate and power cost charge adjustments (Unanimous)
• Approved Task Authorization/GMP for City Hall roof replacement (Unanimous)
• Approved Task Authorization/GMP for Simpson Farmhouse restoration (Unanimous)
• Approved 'Option Four' proposal for future city facility projects (5-2)
• Approved final PUD Master Plan for Vedder Holsters (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2022-26 regarding Boards and Commissions (Unanimous)
• Appointed Robert Gordon to the Historic Preservation Board (Unanimous)
• Approved agreement with State of Florida for Simpson Farmhouse Project (Unanimous)

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The Mount Dora Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to review meeting minutes from July 18, 2022. The agenda consists of procedural items, staff updates on parks and special events, and reports from board members.

• Approval of July 18, 2022 meeting minutes
• Parks and Recreation department update
• Cultural and Special Events update

The board approved the minutes from the July 18, 2022 meeting and voted to cancel the meeting scheduled for December 19, 2022. Staff provided updates on various park construction projects and upcoming holiday events.

• Approved July 18, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Canceled December 19, 2022 meeting (unanimous voice vote)

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The Mount Dora City Council will hold a work session to discuss city facilities and the proposed expansion of City Hall. This meeting is for discussion purposes only and no formal legislative actions are scheduled.

• City facilities discussion
• City Hall expansion discussion

The City Council held a work session to discuss new facility locations and proposed expansions for City Hall. No formal votes were taken on these items, as they were intended for discussion prior to a regular session. The meeting concluded with a unanimous vote to adjourn.

• Councilmembers expressed favor for option four regarding city facility use
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Northeast CRA Advisory Board

The Northeast Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss a use plan for the Resource and Recreation Center and receive a police department update. The meeting was postponed to October 25, 2022. Public comment and approval of prior minutes are also on the agenda.

• Discussion of use plan for Resource and Recreation Center
• Police Department update
• Approval of minutes from September 13, 2022
• Public comment period

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The Library Advisory Board is meeting to review the September 12, 2022 meeting minutes and hear the Library Director's report. The board will also discuss the Lake County Library System 2022-23 Annual Plan of Service and a proposed service animal policy.

• Lake County Library System 2022-23 Annual Plan of Service
• Service Animal Policy

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The Mount Dora City Council will meet to discuss various city business items, including board appointments, consent agenda items, and a public hearing for an ordinance annexation. Action items include approval of a Guaranteed Maximum Price for Lincoln Avenue Pool Phase 2.

• Resolution No. 2022-63: Accepting Duke Energy Foundation Economic Development Grant and Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget Amendment
• Agreement with ESRI-Environmental Systems Research Institute
• Resolution No. 2022-65: Travel Policy
• Task Authorization/Guaranteed Maximum Price for CMAR Services - Lincoln Avenue Pool Phase 2 (Faden)
• Ordinance No. 2022-17: Annexation for Green Wheat, LLC and Donnelly, LLC (1.14 Acres)

City Council approved the task authorization and guaranteed maximum price for the Lincoln Avenue Pool Phase 2 project. The Council also adopted an ordinance for the voluntary annexation of 1.14 acres of property. Several grants and a new travel policy were approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved Task Authorization/GMP for Lincoln Avenue Pool Phase 2 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2022-17 for annexation of 1.14 acres (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-63 to accept Duke Energy Foundation grant and amend budget (Unanimous)
• Approved assignment between Evergreen Construction Management, Inc. and Faden Builders, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved agreement with ESRI-Environmental Systems Research Institute (Unanimous)
• Accepted African American Cultural and Historical Grant (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-65 regarding Travel Policy (Unanimous)

Historic Preservation Board

The Mount Dora Historic Preservation Board meeting scheduled for September 28, 2022, was cancelled. The source agenda contains only procedural notices regarding public meetings, appeals, and accommodations.

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will discuss multiple development requests, including final plans, plats, rezonings, and site plans for residential and commercial projects. Although the agenda header states "No Formal Meeting," the document lists numerous new and resubmitted project applications for committee review.

• Final Plan for Villages of Loch Leven at 18740 SR 44
• Final Plat for Lakes of Mount Dora Phase 5B
• FLUM/Rezoning request for JPA Wiggins east of Round Lake Road
• Site Plan for Juniper MF Townhomes at 20935 US Hwy 441
• Rezone and FLUM requests for Green Wheat LLC & Donnelly LLC at 18510 & 18514 SR 44

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The Mount Dora City Council will vote on a resolution to declare a state of emergency regarding Hurricane Ian. Additionally, the council will consider authorizing the $221,905 purchase of an electric utility bucket truck and discuss a letter to the Lake County Board of County Commissioners concerning the Mount Dora Groves development.

• Resolution No. 2022-66: State of Emergency for Hurricane Ian
• Purchase of electric utility bucket truck for $221,905
• Letter to Lake County BCC regarding Mount Dora Groves development

City Council declared a local state of emergency in response to Hurricane Ian and approved the purchase of an electric utility bucket truck. The Council also authorized the City Attorney to send a letter to Lake County regarding the Mount Dora Groves development.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-66 declaring a local state of emergency for Hurricane Ian (7-0)
• Approved $221,905 purchase of an electric utility bucket truck (7-0)
• Authorized City Attorney to send a letter to Lake County regarding Mount Dora Groves development

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The Mount Dora Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for September 21, 2022, was cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for October 19, 2022.

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The Mount Dora City Council will vote on the final millage rate and budget, and consider several land use and zoning items, including a small-scale future land use map amendment and a PUD master plan for Vedder Holsters, an annexation, and amendments to allow electric carriages. The agenda also includes consent items such as accepting FDOT surplus property and approving vehicle lease payoffs.

• Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-50 (final millage rate) and No. 2022-51 (final budget)
• Ordinance No. 2022-13: Small-scale Future Land Use Map Amendment for Sean A. Jones (Vedder Holsters)
• Ordinance No. 2022-14: First reading of Final PUD Master Plan for Vedder Holsters
• Ordinance No. 2022-17: Annexation for Green Wheat, LLC and Donnelly, LLC (1.14 acres)
• Ordinance No. 2022-12 and Resolution No. 2022-53: Electric carriage amendments and rates

City Council approved a final budget of $218,441,823 and a millage rate of 5.9603 mills. The council also authorized legal action regarding the Mount Dora Groves development and approved several zoning and annexation ordinances.

• Approved FY 2022-23 final budget of $218,441,823 (Unanimous)
• Adopted final millage rate of 5.9603 mills (6-1)
• Directed City Attorney to draft letter to County regarding Mount Dora Groves JPA contract (6-1)
• Approved construction agreement with A.C. Schultes of Florida, Inc. for Well 3 (5-2)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2022-13 and first reading of Ordinance No. 2022-14 for Vedder Holsters (6-0, one recusal)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2022-17 for 1.14-acre annexation (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2022-12 to allow electric carriages (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-53 for electric carriage rates (7-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Mount Dora General Pension Board will meet to review quarterly investment reports and legal updates. The board will also discuss the suspension of dividends for the Allegiance Fund and review a list of paid invoices totaling $18,941.32.

• Discussion on Allegiance Fund dividend suspension
• Review of AndCo investment performance for period ending June 30, 2022
• Approval of $18,941.32 in paid invoices
• Review of GRS Chapter 112.664 compliance report

The General Employee Board of Trustees approved the minutes from their June 17, 2022 meeting, increased the AndCo Consulting flat-fee to $24,000 annually for a four-year term, and approved paid invoices totaling $18,941.32. The board also received quarterly, legal, and investment updates.

• Approved June 17, 2022 General Pension Board minutes (unanimous)
• Increased AndCo Consulting flat-fee to $24,000 annually for a 4-year term, effective 10/01/2022 to 10/01/2026 (unanimous)
• Approved paid invoices totaling $18,941.32 (unanimous)

Police Officers' Pension & Retirement

The Mount Dora Police Officers’ Pension Fund Board of Trustees meets to approve minutes, review invoices totaling $12,427.58, and receive updates from consultants and legal counsel. No policy decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

• Invoices totaling $12,427.58 from GRS, Salem Trust, SSB&H, and AndCo
• Quarterly reports and updates from John Thinnes of AndCo Consulting
• Legal report and update from Attorney Pedro Herrera
• Lump sum distribution for Kenneth Jones
• New employee acknowledgment of plan membership for Travis Pittman

City Council Regular Session

The Mount Dora Firefighters’ Pension Board will meet to review administrative budget items and approve outstanding invoices for consulting and professional services. The board will also consider a draft of the Summary Plan Description provided by Sugarman & Susskind.

• Approval of AndCo consulting services invoice for $5,000.00
• Approval of GRS services invoice for $6,087.00
• Approval of Salem Trust fee invoice for $1,562.50
• Approval of Sugarman & Susskind professional services invoices for $382.40 and $956.00
• Review of 2022 Summary Plan Description draft

Northeast CRA Advisory Board

The Mount Dora Northeast Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Committee meets to discuss broadband utility initiatives and updates on the proposed Resource and Recreation Center. The agenda also covers a public comment period, approval of previous minutes, and scheduling for future meetings.

• Broadband and Utility Discussion
• Resource and Recreation Center Update

Library Advisory Board

The W.T. Bland Public Library Advisory Board is meeting to approve the August 8, 2022 meeting minutes, hear public comment, and receive a presentation reviewing the Mount Dora Archives. The Library Director will give a report, followed by action and discussion items. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific contracts, ordinances, or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of August 8, 2022 Library Advisory Board meeting minutes
• Presentation: Review of Mount Dora Archives
• Library Director's report
• Public comment period

CRA Advisory Board

The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for September 7, 2022, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this time.

• Meeting cancelled

Northeast CRA Board

The Mount Dora Northeast Community Redevelopment Agency Governing Board will meet to consider and approve Resolution No. 2022-58 regarding the Northeast CRA Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget. The meeting will be held at Mount Dora City Hall Board Room.

• Request Approval of Resolution No. 2022-58, Northeast CRA Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget

The Northeast CRA Governing Board met to review and adopt the budget for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. Deputy Planning and Zoning Director Adam Sumner noted that revenues increased due to the construction of Dora Landing.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-58, Northeast CRA Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget (7-0)

CRA Board

The Mount Dora Community Redevelopment Agency Governing Board will meet to conduct business, including a vote on the budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The meeting will take place at City Hall on September 6, 2022.

• Approval of Resolution No. 2022-57 regarding the CRA Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget

The Mount Dora Community Redevelopment Agency Board approved its Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget through Resolution No. 2022-57. The vote was unanimous, with all seven present members voting in favor. The board adjourned shortly after this single action item.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-57 for CRA Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget (7-0 roll call vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

City Council Regular Session

The Mount Dora City Council will hold a regular session to approve the tentative millage rate and budget for fiscal year 2022-2023, finalize the fire assessment fee, and vote on land-use changes including a new subdivision plat and amendments to allow electric carriages. The meeting also includes recognition ceremonies, public comments, and discussions on deferred utility billing and the Youth Council.

• Approval of tentative millage rate for FY 2022-2023 (Resolution No. 2022-48)
• Approval of tentative budget for FY 2022-2023 (Resolution No. 2022-49)
• Final Fire Assessment Fee approval for FY 2022-2023 (Resolution No. 2022-55)
• Approval of Lake Franklin Estates Final Plat (6 lots) (Resolution No. 2022-39)
• First reading of Ordinance No. 2022-12 to allow electric carriages (Chapter 42 amendment)

City Council approved the tentative budget for fiscal year 2022-2023 and the corresponding millage rate. The council also authorized a watercraft rental agreement and a final plat for Lake Franklin Estates. A proposal to provide temporary electric utility credits was declined.

• Approved tentative FY 2022-2023 budget of $134,951,114 (Unanimous)
• Approved final operating millage rate of 5.9603 mills (6-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-55 for Final Fire Assessment Fee (6-1)
• Approved agreement with Rent.fun, LLC for watercraft rental services (Unanimous)
• Approved Lake Franklin Estates Final Plat for 6 lots (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2022-12 to allow electric carriages (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2022-10 Land Development Code Amendment (4-3)
• Took no action on Resolution No. 2022-56 for electric utility credits (Unanimous)

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new single-family dwelling and modified accessory building at 975 N McDonald Street. They will also discuss impacts from Segment 5 of the Wekiva Trail, an unnamed cemetery in the Country Club of Mount Dora, and design guidelines from Fernandina Beach.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for 975 N McDonald Street - new single-family dwelling and modified accessory building
• Discussion on impacts from Segment 5 of the Wekiva Trail
• Discussion on unnamed cemetery in Country Club of Mount Dora
• Discussion on City of Fernandina Beach's Downtown Historic District Design Guidelines

The board approved material and structural changes for three residential properties. One approval was amended to require the replacement of a removed chimney and shutters. Staff also presented research on preventing demolition by neglect.

• Approved HardiPlank siding at 147 W. 9th Avenue subject to staff review for consistency (unanimous)
• Approved porch reconstruction at 308 N. Tremain Street (unanimous)
• Approved exterior facade at 118 N. Grandview Street with required replacement of chimney and shutters (unanimous)
• Approved May 25, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee is reviewing six new development proposals, including plats, annexations, and traffic impact analyses, as well as resubmittals for prior projects. No formal decisions will be made at this meeting, which is procedural.

• Final Plat for Seasons at Wekiva Ridge by Richmond American Homes on State Road 46
• Annexation request for Green Wheat/Donnelly LLC at 18514 SR 44
• Preliminary Plat for JPA Trailside at 30226 Round Lake Road
• Site Plan for Bristol Park Apartments at 19510 US 441
• Site Plan for Longhorn Steakhouse at 17020 US Hwy 441

General

The Mount Dora City Council is holding a work session to discuss a budget overview. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Budget Overview discussion

City Council held a budget work session to review the 2022-2023 budget and utility rate studies. The council reached a consensus to provide $19,000 to the Chamber of Commerce for maps and Welcome Center operations, contingent on the center opening on Saturdays.

• Reached consensus to provide $19,000 to the Chamber of Commerce ($4,000 for visitor maps, $5,000 for historical tour maps, and $10,000 for Welcome Center operations) pending Saturday hours agreement

Public Arts Commission

The Mount Dora Public Arts Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, and take action on two items: the Evans Park Fountain and the Public Art Master Plan. The agenda is otherwise routine, with reports from members and future meeting dates.

• Action item: Evans Park Fountain
• Action item: Public Art Master Plan
• Approval of July 26, 2022 meeting minutes
• Public comment period

The Commission approved a proposal from Faden Builders to install a three-tier lighted fountain at Elizabeth Evans Park. Members also discussed the Public Art Master Plan and expressed concerns regarding the design and aesthetics of a bridge project.

• Approved July 26, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Faden proposal for fountain installation at Elizabeth Evans Park (roll call vote)

General

The Mount Dora City Council holds a work session to review bonded construction projects and receive an update on property acquisition for downtown parking. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

The City Council conducted a work session to discuss options for bonded construction projects to avoid borrowing money. The session included presentations from the City Manager, IT Director, and Interim Fire Chief regarding response times and ISO ratings. No formal decisions were recorded in the provided text.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Mount Dora Planning & Zoning Commission will hear four development requests and one land-use change at this meeting. Items include a replat for Lake Franklin Estates, a site plan for a new Longhorn Steakhouse, a small-scale future land use map change, and a final Planned Unit Development. A land development code amendment from July will also be continued for further discussion.

• Replat approval for Lake Franklin Estates (Project PR22-06FNLC) by Maronda Homes
• Site plan approval for Longhorn Steakhouse at 17020 US Hwy 441 (Project SP22-05)
• Small-scale future land use map change for 1649 Lincoln Avenue (Project FLUM22-02SM)
• Final Planned Unit Development approval for 1649 Lincoln Avenue (Project PUD22-01FNL)
• Continuance of land development code amendment discussion from July 20 meeting

The Commission approved a final plan for Lake Franklin Estates, a site plan for Longhorn Steakhouse, and a land use change and PUD for Vedder Holsters. A proposed Land Development Code amendment failed to receive a recommendation due to a split vote.

• Approved Final Plan and Plat for Lake Franklin Estates (6-0)
• Approved Site Plan for Longhorn Steakhouse at 17020 US Hwy 441 (6-0)
• Approved Small-Scale Future Land Use Map amendment for Vedder Holsters from High Density Residential to Industrial (6-0)
• Approved Final PUD request for Vedder Holsters (6-0)
• Denied recommendation for Land Development Code Amendment (3-3)

City Council Regular Session

The Mount Dora City Council will hold public hearings and vote on final readings of several ordinances, including a zoning change for Lake County Water Authority, annexation of 36.61 acres for Mt. Dora Hills, LLC, and amendments to park and animal codes. They will also consider resolutions to temporarily waive certain reclaimed water meter fees and late fee penalties. Consent agenda items include change orders for Fire Station #35 and the Public Works Facility, acceptance of a federal grant, and an amendment to the electric energy agreement with Orlando Utilities Commission.

• Final reading of Ordinance 2022-40: zoning change for Lake County Water Authority (greenbelt zoning)
• Final reading of Ordinance 2022-11: annexation of 36.61 acres for Mt. Dora Hills, LLC
• Final reading of Ordinance 2022-15: amending public parks and recreation code
• Final reading of Ordinance 2022-16: amending animal code
• Resolution 2022-52: temporary waiver for certain reclaimed water meter fees; Resolution 2022-54: temporary waiver for late fee penalties

The City Council approved temporary waivers for utility late fees and delinquent fees, including a one-time electric cut-off waiver. The council also approved several ordinances regarding zoning, annexation, and animal regulations.

• Approved temporary waiver for utility late fee penalties and one-time delinquent fee waiver, including one-time electric cut-off waiver (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2022-40 for zoning change to Greenbelt Zoning for Lake County Water Authority (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2022-11 for annexation of 36.61 acres for Mt. Dora Hills, LLC, et al (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2022-15 amending Public Parks and Recreation code (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2022-16 amending Chapter 8, Animals, of the Code of Ordinances (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-52 for temporary waiver of certain reclaimed water meter fees (7-0)
• Appointed Shelia Hayes, Charles Revell, Andrew Kurtz, Tom Klinker, and Mayor Stile to the Audit Review Committee (Unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Consent Agenda including change orders for Fire Station #35 and Public Works Facility (Unanimous voice vote)

Northeast CRA Advisory Board

The Northeast Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to hear a presentation on a land use change for the Northeast CRA, and to discuss revenue projections, the budget process, a summer intern update, and a home repair update. The agenda also includes approval of the June 14, 2022 minutes and public comment. The meeting is scheduled for August 9, 2022 at the Martin Luther King Memorial Center.

• Presentation for land use change for Northeast CRA
• Update on revenue projections and budget process
• CareerSource summer intern update
• Home repair update
• Approval of June 14, 2022 minutes

Library Advisory Board

The Mount Dora Library Advisory Board will hold its regular meeting to approve the July 2022 minutes, hear the library manager’s report, and discuss nonprofit support for the library. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

City Council Regular Session

The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates on Highland Events, code complaints within the CRA boundary including a sidewalk sales ordinance, and revenue projections and budget process updates. The committee will also approve minutes from the June 1, 2022 meeting and take public comment.

• Update on Highland Events
• Code complaints within CRA boundary / sidewalk sales ordinance
• Revenue projections and budget process update
• Approval of June 1, 2022 meeting minutes

General

The Northeast Community Redevelopment Agency Governing Board will consider two action items: approving a design and engineering agreement with Borrelli + Partners, Inc. for the Community Resource and Recreation Center, and approving a home repair grant funding agreement with Habitat for Humanity of Lake-Sumter Florida, Inc. The meeting also includes discussion items and other business.

• Agreement with Borrelli + Partners, Inc. for design and engineering services for Community Resource and Recreation Center
• Agreement with Habitat for Humanity of Lake-Sumter Florida, Inc. for Home Repair Grant Funding Program
• Authorization for Mayor to execute both agreements on behalf of Northeast CRA

The Northeast CRA Governing Board approved an agreement with Borrelli + Partners, Inc. for design and engineering services for the Community Resource and Recreation Center. The board also approved an agreement with Habitat for Humanity of Lake-Sumter Florida, Inc. for a Home Repair Grant Funding Program at 325 Grant Ave. Both approvals included authorization for the Mayor to execute the agreements.

• Approved agreement with Borrelli + Partners, Inc. for Community Resource and Recreation Center design (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Habitat for Humanity for Home Repair Grant Funding Program at 325 Grant Ave (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting by unanimous voice vote

City Council Regular Session

The Mount Dora City Council will hold a regular session to approve meeting minutes, waive fees for Mount Dora Pop Warner, and consider agreements for a school resource officer program and design work for a recreation center. Two public hearings will address a zoning change for the Lake County Water Authority and a 36.61-acre annexation request for Mt. Dora Hills, LLC.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 2022-40 to change zoning for Lake County Water Authority (Greenbelt Zoning)
• First reading of Ordinance No. 2022-11 for 36.61-acre annexation for Mt. Dora Hills, LLC
• Approval of agreement with Borrelli + Partners, Inc. for $X design and engineering for Community Resource and Recreation Center
• Approval of agreement with The Charter Board for Round Lake Elementary School for School Resource Officer Program 2022-2023
• Waiver of fees for Mount Dora Pop Warner

The City Council approved a design and engineering agreement with Borrelli + Partners, Inc. for a new community center. The council also advanced two zoning and annexation ordinances through first readings and approved a school resource officer agreement.

• Approved design and engineering agreement with Borrelli + Partners, Inc. for Community Resource and Recreation Center (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2022-40 for Lake County Water Authority Greenbelt Zoning (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2022-11 for annexation of 36.61 acres for Mt. Dora Hills, LLC, et al (7-0)
• Approved SRO Program 2022-2023 agreement with Round Lake Elementary School (7-0)
• Approved request to waive fees for Mount Dora Pop Warner (7-0)
• Appointed Cathy Hoechst to the Planning and Zoning Commission (Unanimous)
• Appointed Jackii Molsick as alternate member to Lake County Arts and Cultural Alliance (Unanimous)

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board meeting scheduled for July 27, 2022, at 4:00 PM in City Hall was cancelled. The board meets monthly on the last Wednesday at this location.

Public Arts Commission

The Mount Dora Public Arts Commission is meeting to review the draft Public Art Master Plan and discuss ongoing budget balances. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, public comment, and reports from commission members. No formal action items, resolutions, or ordinances are listed for this meeting.

• Review draft of Public Art Master Plan
• Ongoing budget balances discussion
• Approval of May 24, 2022 meeting minutes
• Reports from commission members

The Commission reviewed updates to the Public Art Master Plan, including funding sources and action plan matrices. No final vote was taken on the plan; it will be discussed further at the next meeting after commissioners provide feedback on project prioritization.

• Approved May 24, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)

City Council Workshop

The Mount Dora City Council is holding a work session with a single discussion item: a governmental funds overview. This is a discussion item, not a final decision, and the agenda contains no other substantive business. Future meeting dates are listed, including a budget work session on August 29, 2022.

• Discussion item: Governmental Funds Overview
• Future meeting: August 2, 2022, 6:00 PM, Regular Session
• Future meeting: August 16, 2022, 6:00 PM, Regular Session
• Future meeting: August 29, 2022, 10:30 AM, Budget Work Session
• Future meeting: September 6, 2022, 6:00 PM, Regular Session

The City Council held a work session to review the General Fund operating budget and other governmental funds. No substantive votes or policy decisions were made during the meeting.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a rezoning request by the Lake County Water Authority, a conditional use permit for CREATE Conservatory, and a proposed amendment to the Land Development Code regarding building height variances. The commission will take action on each item after presentations and public input.

• Rezoning request (Project Z22-02) by Lake County Water Authority at Round Lake Road and Robie Ave
• Conditional use permit (Project CUP22-03) for CREATE Conservatory at 4900 Lake Park Court
• Land Development Code amendment on building height variance
• Approval of June 15, 2022 minutes

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a rezoning request for the Lake County Water Authority and a Conditional Use Permit for CREATE Conservatory. A proposed Land Development Code amendment regarding building height variances was tabled for further discussion.

• Approved rezoning of Round Lake Road and Robie Ave from County R-1 and LM to City Green Belt (6-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for CREATE Conservatory private school at 4900 Lake Park Court (6-0)
• Tabled Land Development Code amendment regarding building height variance (6-0)
• Approved June 15, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council Regular Session

The Mount Dora City Council will set the maximum millage rate for the FY 2022-2023 budget, approve several contracts and agreements, and hold public hearings on zoning and ordinance changes. The agenda includes consent items, action items, and public hearings on a zoning change, parks and recreation amendments, and animal code amendments.

• Resolution No. 2022-41: Maximum Millage Rate for FY 2022-2023 Budget
• Reimbursement Agreement with Duke Energy Florida, LLC, Florida Municipal Power Pool, City of Mount Dora, and Orlando Utilities Commission
• Resolution No. 2022-45: Fire/EMS Impact Fee Credit for Fire Station 34/EOC
• Agreement with A.C. Schultes of Florida, Inc. for Construction Services - Well 3 at Water Treatment Plant 2
• Final Reading of Ordinance No. 2022-09: Change in Zoning for Daniel C. and Judith Ann McWhorter

The City Council established the maximum operating millage rate for the upcoming fiscal year and accepted a clean financial audit for FY 2020-2021. The council also approved a zoning change for a property at Highland Street and Camp Avenue and advanced ordinances regarding park smoking bans and animal control.

• Approved Resolution 2022-41 setting maximum millage rate of 6.1000 mills (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-46 accepting FY 2020-2021 financial audit (7-0)
• Approved Amendment 3 with Allied Universal Corporation for sodium hypochlorite (7-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2022-09 for zoning change at Highland St and Camp Ave (6-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-15 banning smoking in city parks except unfiltered cigars (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-16 transferring animal control matters to Lake County (7-0)
• Approved Reimbursement Agreement between Duke Energy, FMPP, City of Mount Dora, and OUC (Unanimous voice vote)
• Tabled construction services agreement with A.C. Schultes of Florida, Inc. until August 2, 2022

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve the May 16, 2022 minutes, hear a Forest Preserve update from Library Director Cathy Lunday, and receive updates from city staff and board members. The agenda is mostly routine, with no action items, resolutions, or ordinances listed.

• Forest Preserve Update by Library Director Cathy Lunday
• Approval of May 16, 2022 meeting minutes
• Parks and Recreation Update
• Cultural and Special Events Update
• Future meeting dates: Aug 15, Sep 19, Oct 17, 2022

The board approved the minutes from the May 16, 2022 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of staff updates regarding the Forest Preserve project, various park renovations, and upcoming special events.

• Approved May 16, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)

City Council Workshop

The Mount Dora City Council held a workshop on July 11, 2022, to discuss a governmental funds overview. No formal decisions were listed on the agenda. Future meeting dates were provided.

Mount Dora's City Council held a budget workshop on July 11, 2022, covering the FY2022-23 proposed budget, including a certified taxable value of $1,552,911,834 (an 11.9% increase), a goal millage rate of 5.9603, and proposed enterprise fund budgets totaling $30,953,587. Staff presented capital outlay and five-year capital improvement requests, rate reviews, and a projected $774,548 Stormwater deficit with three options. The minutes record no votes or final decisions; the maximum millage rate was scheduled for action at the July 19 regular meeting, with public hearings in September.

• No substantive decisions recorded; workshop discussion only
• Maximum millage rate set for action at July 19 regular meeting (not decided here)
• Fire Assessment public hearing scheduled for September 6
• Budget workshops scheduled for July 25 and August 29

Library Advisory Board

The W.T. Bland Public Library Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes, hear a forest preserve update, receive the library manager's report, and discuss a library policy review. The agenda includes public comment and action items, but no specific decisions are listed.

• Approval of amended May 9, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of June 13, 2022 meeting minutes
• Forest Preserve Update presentation
• Library Policy Review discussion

City Council Regular Session

The Mount Dora City Council will consider several action items, including a school resource officer agreement with the Lake County School Board, a waiver of fees for the Martin Luther King Center, and new membership standards for city boards. They will also hold public hearings on a replat for Sandy Ridge Village and a zoning change for property owned by Daniel and Judith McWhorter. The consent agenda includes a historic marker for the Bouton Cottage, a library services interlocal agreement amendment, and a Duke Energy grant application.

• School Resource Officer Program agreement with School Board of Lake County for 2022-2023
• Resolution No. 2022-22: Sandy Ridge Village Replat
• Ordinance No. 2022-09: Change in zoning for Daniel C. and Judith Ann McWhorter
• Resolution No. 2022-44: Credit to residential reclaimed water customers for certain sewer fees
• Historic marker for The Bouton Cottage at 844 N. Clayton Street

Mount Dora's City Council approved Resolution No. 2022-22 for the Sandy Ridge Village Replat and approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 2022-09, a zoning change for property at the southeast corner of Highland Street and Camp Avenue. The council also approved waiving Martin Luther King Jr. Center rental fees for ALCO on August 6 and November 19, 2022, and approved a 2022-2023 School Resource Officer agreement with the Lake County School Board. A consent agenda and the meeting agenda were approved unanimously. Council directed the City Attorney to draft resolutions setting membership standards for city boards and committees.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-22, Sandy Ridge Village Replat (5-0 roll call)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2022-09, zoning change for SE corner of Highland Street and Camp Avenue (5-0 roll call)
• Approved waiving MLK Jr. Center fees for ALCO on Aug 6 and Nov 19, 2022 (5-0 roll call)
• Approved 2022-2023 School Resource Officer agreement with Lake County School Board (5-0 roll call)
• Approved consent agenda, including historic marker at 844 N. Clayton Street, library interlocal agreement, Resolutions 2022-43 and 2022-44, and prior meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Directed City Attorney to draft board/committee membership standards resolutions for future session
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Historic Preservation Board

The Mount Dora Historic Preservation Board will consider three Certificates of Appropriateness for exterior changes to historic homes, hear public comments, and discuss updates on demolition-by-neglect research and Fernandina Beach's design guidelines. The meeting includes routine approval of prior minutes and scheduling.

• 147 W. 9th Avenue - shingles
• 308 N. Tremain Street - porch
• 118 N. Grandview Street - chimney
• Update on Preventing Demolition by Neglect Research
• Discussion on Fernandina Beach's Downtown Historic District Design Guidelines

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee is reviewing multiple development requests, including a final plat for Lake Franklin Estates, a rezoning and annexation for Lake County Water Authority, and a site plan for Townplace Suites Mount Dora (tabled). Also on the agenda are a conditional use permit for CREATE Conservatory, an as-built for Eudora Reserve, a site plan for Fire Station No. 34, and a preliminary plat for JPA Trailside. Several resubmittals and project status updates are also listed. The agenda notes there is no formal meeting.

• Final plat for Lake Franklin Estates at 1715 E 1st Ave (Maronda Homes)
• Rezoning and annexation for Lake County Water Authority at Round Lake Rd and Robie Ave
• Site plan for Townplace Suites Mount Dora on US Hwy 441 (tabled)
• Conditional use permit for CREATE Conservatory at 4900 Lake Park Court
• Site plan for City of Mount Dora Fire Station No. 34 at 301 Limit Avenue

Public Arts Commission

The Public Arts Commission meeting scheduled for June 28, 2022, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only cancellation notices and standard procedural information, with no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled

General

The Mount Dora Community Redevelopment Agency Governing Board will meet to consider approving an amended and restated parking agreement involving the City of Mount Dora, the CRA, and The First United Methodist Church. The meeting will also include routine procedural items such as roll call and adjournment.

• Request approval of the Amended and Restated Parking Agreement with The First United Methodist Church

The Mount Dora Community Redevelopment Agency board approved an amended and restated parking agreement between the City of Mount Dora, the CRA, and The First United Methodist Church, Inc. The motion passed by roll call vote with all seven members voting yes and none opposed. A staff member noted the item related to one just approved by the City Council. The meeting then adjourned; no other substantive business was recorded.

• Approved the Amended and Restated Parking Agreement between the City of Mount Dora, the CRA, and The First United Methodist Church, Inc. (7-0 roll call)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous voice vote)

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will consider several action items including the reimposition of a fire services special assessment and an emergency purchase of water meters. The meeting also includes public hearings for a 153.79-acre annexation and amendments to prohibited parking rules.

• Reimposition of Fire Services Special Assessment (Resolution 2022-40)
• Final reading of Ordinance 2022-39 for Lake County Water Authority annexation (153.79 acres)
• Emergency purchase of water meters from Ferguson Waterworks, Inc.
• Final reading of Ordinance 2022-07 regarding prohibited parking
• Amendment to Utility Upsizing Impact Fee Credit Agreement for Timberwalk PUD

The Mount Dora City Council voted 6-1 to deny the final reading of Ordinance No. 2022-07, which would have amended prohibited parking in specified places. The council unanimously approved the final reading of Ordinance No. 2022-39, annexing 153.79 acres for the Lake County Water Authority. In a 5-2 vote, the council approved Resolution No. 2022-40, reimposing the fire services special assessment. The council also approved an amended parking agreement with First United Methodist Church and an emergency purchase of up to 600 water meters.

• Denied final reading of Ordinance No. 2022-07, amending prohibited parking in specified places (6-1)
• Approved final reading of Ordinance No. 2022-39, annexation for Lake County Water Authority (153.79 acres) (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-40, reimposition of fire services special assessment (5-2)
• Approved amended and restated parking agreement with First United Methodist Church and the CRA (7-0)
• Approved emergency purchase of up to 600 water meters from Ferguson Waterworks, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda, including utility agreement, resolution 2022-42, and Round Lake Charter agreements (unanimous voice vote)
• Appointed George Marek to MPO Technical Advisory Committee and Vince Sandersfeld as alternate (unanimous voice vote)
• Directed City Attorney to draft an ordinance related to Olde Mount Dora Carriage Company

General Employees' Pension & Retirement

The Mount Dora General Pension Board will hold its quarterly meeting to receive investment and legal updates, approve minutes, and act on paid invoices totaling $24,134.47. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of March 18, 2022 meeting minutes
• Quarterly investment report from AndCo Consulting (John Thinnes)
• Legal update from attorney Pedro Herrera
• Payment of invoices totaling $24,134.47 to AndCo, GRS, Salem Trust, ASB Investments, and Sugarman & Susskind
• Informational items include ASB investment reports, Galliard fund reviews, and AndCo performance review

The General Employee Board of Trustees approved the redemption of the ASB Allegiance Fund and a partial sale of the Europacific Growth Fund to reinvest in other funds. The board also approved several paid invoices totaling $24,134.47.

• Approved March 18, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved redeeming ASB Allegiance Fund and committing proceeds to US Principal Fund (4-0)
• Approved selling half of Europacific Growth Fund and committing proceeds to Transamerica Fund (4-0)
• Approved paid invoices totaling $24,134.47 (4-0)

Police Officers' Pension & Retirement

The Mount Dora Police Officers' Pension Fund Board of Trustees is meeting to approve minutes and invoices, and to receive presentations from the board attorney and investment consultant. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Approval of invoices totaling $11,605.95, including GRS $2,513.00, Salem Trust $1,625.00 (x2), SSB&H, P.A. $842.95, and AndCo $5,000.00
• Presentation by John Thinnes of AndCo Consulting and Pedro Herrera, Board Attorney
• Informational reports: Salem Trust Service Report, AndCo Quarterly Investment Performance Review, Galliard fund reports, and Allspring Collective Investment Trust

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Mount Dora Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider several land-use applications, including a site plan and replat for a Culver's restaurant, a minor site plan for Cauley Lott Park, a conditional use permit for a property on East 1st Avenue, and a rezoning request for a property on South Highland Street. The commission will deliberate and take action on each item after receiving public input.

• Replat request for Sandy Ridge Village (Culver's project) at 600 east of Donnelly Avenue and US Hwy 441, Project No. PR22-03Replat
• Site plan request for Culver's at 18996 US Hwy 441, Project No. SP22-01
• Minor site plan for Cauley Lott Park at 1717 N. Highland St, Project No. SP22-07MINOR
• Conditional use permit for Atkins property at 1019 East 1st Avenue, Project No. CUP22-02
• Rezoning request for MU-1 McWhorter property at 610 South Highland Street, Project No. Z22-01

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved five applications, all by 5-0 votes: a replat and a site plan for a Culver's restaurant near US Hwy 441 and Donnelly Avenue, a minor site plan for Cauley Lott Park at 1717 N. Highland St, a conditional use permit for a professional office at 1019 East 1st Avenue, and a rezoning of about 8.77 acres at 610 South Highland Street from Workplace (WP-1) to Mixed Use Traditional (MU-1). The replat and rezoning were recommended to be forwarded to City Council. The commission also approved the May 18, 2022 minutes and set the next regular meeting for July 20, 2022.

• Approved Sandy Ridge Village Replat for Culver's near US Hwy 441 and Donnelly Avenue (5-0), forwarded to City Council
• Approved Culver's site plan at 18996 US Hwy 441 (5-0)
• Approved minor site plan for Cauley Lott Park at 1717 N. Highland St (5-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Atkins professional office at 1019 East 1st Avenue (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 8.77 acres at 610 South Highland St from WP-1 to MU-1 (5-0), forwarded to City Council
• Approved May 18, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Northeast CRA Advisory Board

The Mount Dora Northeast Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Committee will review updates on Cauley Lott Park and the budget process. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

The Northeast CRA Advisory Committee voted unanimously to recommend increasing the Home Repair Grant matching-fund cap from $15,000 to $25,000, tied to a Habitat for Humanity federal grant application expected to come before the committee as a resolution at its next meeting. The committee also approved the March 8, 2022 minutes and heard project updates on the Community Resource and Recreation Center, the CRA budget, and public safety. No other formal decisions were recorded; the meeting adjourned at 7:04 p.m.

• Approved March 8, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended increasing Home Repair Grant cap from $15,000 to $25,000 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:04 p.m.

City Council Workshop

The Mount Dora City Council held a work session to review the upcoming Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget, including a budget progress report, preliminary tax roll, fire assessment, capital outlay, and capital improvements. Staff presented the impact on the average resident and discussed funding for various projects. The council discussed but did not vote on these items; action items are scheduled for future meetings.

• Fire assessment fee proposed to remain at $209 per benefit unit
• Preliminary taxable value for Mount Dora: $1,517,838,179 (9.37% increase)
• Capital outlay requests totaling $1,383,737 across departments
• Capital improvements plan totaling $32,953,085 over five years
• Water/wastewater capital improvements include $12,000,000 for WWTP#1 rehab

Library Advisory Board

The Mount Dora Library Advisory Board will convene on June 13, 2022 at 5:00 PM in the Community Room of the W.T. Bland Public Library to approve minutes, hear public comment, receive the Library Manager’s report, and discuss a policy review and a proposed capital project.

• Approval of May 9, 2022 meeting minutes
• Library Policy Review discussion
• Proposed Capital Project action item

Northeast CRA Board

The Mount Dora Northeast Community Redevelopment Agency Governing Board will meet to review and potentially approve a sponsorship application for the 2022 Juneteenth Festival Grant Agreement. The meeting follows standard procedural steps including roll call and consent agenda items.

• Request Approval of the Community Event & Program Sponsorship Application for the 2022 Juneteenth Festival Grant Agreement

The Northeast CRA Board approved a community event and program sponsorship application for the 2022 Juneteenth Festival grant agreement. The decision was made via a roll call vote.

• Approved 2022 Juneteenth Festival Grant Agreement (7-0)

CRA Board

The Mount Dora Community Redevelopment Agency Governing Board is meeting to consider one action item: approval of a Commercial Visual Improvement Program (CVIP) agreement with property owners Benjamin and Eve Passmore and Jeffery P. and Peggy L. Herbst for 405 S. Highland Street. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Approval of CVIP agreement with Passmore and Herbst for 405 S. Highland Street

The CRA Board approved a Commercial Visual Improvement (CVIP) Program Agreement for the property located at 405 S. Highland Street. The agreement involves Benjamin and Eve Passmore and Jeffery P. and Peggy L. Herbst.

• Approved Commercial Visual Improvement (CVIP) Program Agreement for 405 S. Highland Street (7-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Mount Dora City Council will hold public hearings on a charter amendment to limit building heights and on the first reading of an ordinance to annex 153.79 acres for the Lake County Water Authority. They will also consider a preliminary plat for Villages of Loch Leven Parcel 1, a resolution supporting changes to the MPO's priority projects list, and several consent agenda items including contracts for tree trimming and building inspections.

• Final reading of Ordinance 2022-08, charter amendment for building height limitation
• First reading of Ordinance 2022-39, annexation of 153.79 acres for Lake County Water Authority
• Resolution 2022-19, preliminary plat for Villages of Loch Leven Parcel 1
• Resolution 2022-34, support for modifications to Lake-Sumter MPO's 2022 List of Priority Projects
• Consent: Amendment 1 to Davey Tree Expert Company tree trimming contract; piggyback contract with Joe Payne, Inc. for building inspections

The Mount Dora City Council approved the final reading of an ordinance to place a building height limitation charter amendment on the ballot, alongside preliminary plat approval for Villages of Loch Leven Parcel 1. The council also approved a resolution supporting modifications to the Lake-Sumter MPO priority projects list and a voluntary annexation for the Lake County Water Authority.

• Approved consent agenda including tree trimming, building inspection services, and previous meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-34 supporting MPO priority project modifications (7-0 roll call)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-19 for Villages of Loch Leven Parcel 1 preliminary plat (7-0 roll call)
• Approved final reading of Ordinance No. 2022-08 for a building height limitation charter amendment (5-2 roll call)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2022-39 for the Lake County Water Authority 153.79-acre annexation (7-0 roll call)

CRA Advisory Board

The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Committee will meet to discuss proposed changes to downtown parking ordinances and review the fiscal year 2022–23 budget of $2.85 million. The board will also hear a presentation on the Horseless Carriage Museum and receive updates on downtown redevelopment projects.

• Proposal to prohibit parking in downtown alleyways and add 15-minute delivery zones
• FY 2022–23 budget totaling $2.85 million, including $1 million for parking solutions and $280,000 in debt service for The Streetscapes
• Recommendation to adopt tiered fine system for downtown parking violations
• Painting loading zones striped white with clear signage for permitted hours
• Future Streetscape design phase budgeted at $300,000

Historic Preservation Board

The Mount Dora Historic Preservation Board will hold a public hearing on three Certificate of Appropriateness applications: a historic site and marker designation for 844 N. Clayton Street, steps and pavers at 208 W 10th Avenue, and a roof over at 724 N Alexander Street. The board will also approve minutes from the April 27 meeting and hear public comments on non-agenda items.

• Historic Site and Marker request for 'The Bouton Cottage' at 844 N. Clayton Street (1925 frame vernacular home)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for steps and pavers at 208 W 10th Avenue
• Certificate of Appropriateness for roof over at 724 N Alexander Street
• Approval of minutes from April 27, 2022 meeting

Development Review Committee

The Mount Dora Development Review Committee is scheduled to review several new requests, including a site plan for a LongHorn Steakhouse, a conditional use permit, a rezoning, and a warehouse site plan. The committee will also consider resubmittals for final plats and site plans for projects like Timberwalk Phase 3, Bristol Park Apartments, and Culver's. The agenda states there is no formal meeting, and the committee will not make final decisions.

• Site plan for LongHorn Steakhouse at northeast corner of Eudora Rd and US 441 (SP22-05)
• Conditional use permit for Atkins at 1019 East 1st Avenue (CUP22-02)
• Rezoning to MU-1 for McWhorter at 610 S. Highland St (Z22-01)
• Final plat for Timberwalk Phase 3 by DR. Horton, Inc.
• Site plan for Culver's Mount Dora at 18996 US Hwy 441 (SP22-01)

Public Arts Commission

The Mount Dora Public Arts Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, and take action on a Pride Month downtown banner display. The main discussion item is a review of the draft Public Art Master Plan, which will guide future public art projects. The agenda also includes updates from city staff and commission members.

• Action item: Pride Month Downtown Banner Display
• Discussion: Review Draft of Public Art Master Plan
• Approval of March 22, 2022 meeting minutes
• City staff update: Ongoing Projects List
• Future meeting dates: June 28, July 26, August 23, 2022

The Commission approved the installation of stock-design banners for Pride Month, which are funded by a private donor. Members also reviewed a draft of the Public Art Master Plan presented by a consultant via Zoom.

• Approved March 22, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved installation of Pride Month banners (4-2)

City Council Workshop

The Mount Dora City Council is holding a work session with a single discussion item: setting budget parameters for Fiscal Year 2022-23. No decisions are being made at this workshop; it is a discussion to guide the upcoming budget. Future meeting dates are also listed.

• Discussion of budget parameters for Fiscal Year 2022-23

The Mount Dora City Council held a workshop on May 23, 2022 to review budget parameters for fiscal year 2022-23. Budget Officer Aneta Barton presented guiding principles, historical mileage rates, future assumptions, master fee schedules, requested positions, and cost allocation; the presentation is attached to the minutes as Exhibit A. Council discussed routine street sweeping, tax year 2022-23 assumptions, salaries and benefits, requested positions, on-call pay for Public Works Building employees, and three part-time dispatchers. The City Manager determined cost allocation will follow the same model as the prior fiscal year. No budget was adopted or voted on; the only motion was to adjourn, which passed by unanimous voice vote.

• No budget adoption or approval vote recorded; workshop discussion only
• Cost allocation for FY 2022-23 to follow same model as prior fiscal year, per City Manager determination
• Motion to adjourn work session approved by unanimous voice vote

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Mount Dora Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to review and potentially approve three development applications: a conditional use permit for Golden Triangle Church of Christ, a site plan for Bristol Park Apartments, and a preliminary plat for Villages of Loch Leven. The meeting will include presentations, public input, and commission deliberation.

• Conditional Use Permit request for Golden Triangle Church of Christ at 2719 W. Old Highway 441 (Project No. CUP22-01)
• Site Plan request for Bristol Park Apartments at 19510 US 441 (Project No. SP22-03)
• Preliminary Plat request for Villages of Loch Leven at 18740 SR 44 (Project No. PR22-02PREL)

The Mount Dora Planning and Zoning Commission approved three items unanimously on May 18, 2022. It granted a conditional use permit for Golden Triangle Church of Christ at 2719 W. Old Highway 441, approved a site plan for Bristol Park Apartments at 19510 US 441, and approved a preliminary plat for Villages of Loch Leven at 18740 SR 44. The apartment and Loch Leven approvals carried conditions that specified engineering or Development Review Committee comments be resolved.

• Approved conditional use permit for Golden Triangle Church of Christ, 2719 W. Old Highway 441 (7-0)
• Approved Bristol Park Apartments site plan at 19510 US 441, conditioned on resolving specified Development Committee comments (7-0)
• Approved Villages of Loch Leven preliminary plat at 18740 SR 44, conditioned on resolving Development Review Committee comments (7-0)
• Approved April 20, 2022 meeting minutes unanimously

Northeast CRA Board

The Northeast Community Redevelopment Agency Governing Board will meet to review two action items. These include a budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 and a modification to the Home Repair Grant Program.

• Resolution No. 2022-27: Northeast CRA Budget Amendment to Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Budget
• Resolution No. 2022-36: Program Modification to the Home Repair Grant Program

The Northeast CRA Board approved Resolution No. 2022-27, a budget amendment to the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget, by roll call vote with no opposition. The board also approved Resolution No. 2022-36, a modification to the Home Repair Grant Program that increases the City's grant match due to rising costs, also by roll call vote with no opposition. One resident, Faith Weaver of 1518 Jefferson Drive, asked about the routing of checks from homeowners during public comment on the budget item. The meeting adjourned at approximately 8:24 P.M.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-27, Northeast CRA budget amendment to FY2021-2022 budget (7-0 roll call)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-36, modification to the Home Repair Grant Program increasing the City's grant match (7-0 roll call)
• Adjourned by unanimous voice vote

CRA Board

The Mount Dora Community Redevelopment Agency Governing Board is meeting to consider a budget amendment to its Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget. The agenda includes public comment, a consent agenda, and one action item, with no other substantive discussion items listed.

• Resolution No. 2022-26, CRA Budget Amendment to FY 2021-2022 Budget

The Mount Dora CRA Board approved Resolution No. 2022-26, a CRA budget amendment to the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget, by roll call vote with no members voting no. CRA Administrator Adam Sumner said the amendment accommodates the budget amendment adopted at the City Council Regular Session held earlier that evening. No one spoke during public comment. The board then adjourned at about 8:14 P.M.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-26, CRA Budget Amendment to Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Budget (roll call; no votes against)
• Adjourned by unanimous voice vote

City Council Regular Session

The Mount Dora City Council will vote on mid-year budget amendments for FY 2021-22 and hold the first reading of a charter amendment on building height limits. The consent agenda includes several contracts and purchases, such as an animal control interlocal agreement and electric infrastructure work. Public comments are invited on items not on the agenda.

• Resolution 2022-25: Mid-Year Budget Amendments for FY 2021-22
• Ordinance 2022-08: First reading of charter amendment for building height limitation
• Interlocal agreement with Lake County for animal control services
• Task Order #4 for underground conduit installation for Royellou Electric Conversion Project
• Purchase of furniture for Fire Station 35

Mount Dora's City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 2022-08, a charter amendment on building height limits, on a 5-2 roll call vote, with Councilmembers Rolfson and Guenther opposed. Council also approved mid-year budget amendments for fiscal year 2021-22, an interlocal agreement with Lake County and the Lake County Sheriff for animal control services, and a revised Community Development Block Grant application, all by unanimous roll call votes. A proposed Urban Forestry Committee resolution was discussed but not voted on; council members requested a revised version at a future meeting. The consent agenda was approved with two items moved to action items.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2022-08, charter amendment for building height limitation (5-2; Rolfson and Guenther voted no)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-25, mid-year budget amendments for fiscal year 2021-22 (7-0 roll call)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Lake County and Lake County Sheriff for animal control services (7-0 roll call)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-37, revised CDBG application (7-0 roll call)
• Approved agenda with changes: moved consent item 1 and consent item 8 to action items (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved remaining consent agenda items 2-7 and 9-11 (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting with routine items like approving April minutes and receiving staff updates. The main substantive item is a presentation from the Mount Dora Community Trust about parks funding. No action items, resolutions, or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

• Mount Dora Community Trust Parks Funding Presentation
• Approval of April 18, 2022 meeting minutes
• Parks and Recreation Update
• Cultural and Special Events Update
• Future meeting dates: June 20, July 18, August 15, 2022

The Mount Dora Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the March 21, 2022 meeting minutes by unanimous voice vote. The board received a presentation from the Mount Dora Community Trust about parks funding, heard updates on cultural events and parks projects, and discussed upcoming budget decisions. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved March 21, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will meet to discuss 2022-23 capital projects and conduct a review of library policy. The meeting will also include a report from the Library Manager and a period for public comment.

• Discussion of 2022-23 Capital Projects
• Library Policy Review
• Library Manager's Report

General

This is the agenda for Mount Dora's State of the City event on May 5, 2022, featuring presentations by the City Manager and Mayor, followed by a public Q&A. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific policy items or decisions listed.

• State of the City address by City Manager Patrick Comiskey
• Mayor Crissy Stile's remarks
• Public Q&A with one-question-per-person rule
• Venue: theCross Mount Dora, 4425 CO RD 19A, Mt Dora, FL 32757

City Council Regular Session

The Mount Dora City Council will hear a second draft of a building height charter amendment, vote on two fireworks displays for summer events, and discuss public-right-of-way ordinance changes. The meeting also includes routine approvals like historical society agreements and past meeting minutes.

• Review second draft ordinance for Building Height Charter Amendment
• Approve fireworks for July 3 Freedom on the Waterfront event
• Approve fireworks for July 30 Last Call Mount Dora Summer Concert
• Approve amended agreement with Mount Dora Historical Society
• Discuss proposed Dangerous Use of Public Right-of-Way Ordinance

The Mount Dora City Council voted 5-2 to give general support to a Lake County ordinance on dangerous use of public right-of-way and to have the Mayor send a letter of support to Commissioner Kirby Smith. Council also directed the City Attorney, by a 6-1 voice vote, to remove the words "Building Height Impact District" from the draft Building Height Charter Amendment (Ordinance 2022-08) and bring it back for first reading on May 17, 2022. The consent agenda, including a Historical Society agreement, Resolution 2022-30 on legislation, meeting minutes, and two fireworks display resolutions, was approved unanimously. Council also unanimously directed staff to provide a survey on city board and committee issues within two weeks.

• Approved support for Lake County's dangerous use of public right-of-way ordinance and a letter of support to Commissioner Kirby Smith (5-2; Cataldo and Walker voted no)
• Directed City Attorney to remove "Building Height Impact District" language from draft Building Height Charter Amendment Ordinance 2022-08 and return it for first reading May 17, 2022 (6-1 voice vote)
• Approved consent agenda unanimously, including amended agreement with Mount Dora Historical Society and Resolution 2022-30 on legislation
• Approved Resolution 2022-28 for a July 3, 2022 Freedom on the Waterfront fireworks display (consent agenda, unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-29 for a July 30, 2022 Last Call Mount Dora Summer Concert fireworks display (consent agenda, unanimous)
• Approved April 19, 2022 Regular City Council and Northeast CRA Governing Board minutes (consent agenda, unanimous)
• Unanimously directed staff to provide Council a survey on city board and committee topics (residency, qualifications, training, Zoom call-in, terms, term limits) within two weeks
• Approved agenda with changes: removed consent item 2 and moved two action items to consent (unanimous voice vote)

Code Enforcement Special Magistrate

The Mount Dora Code Enforcement Special Magistrate will hold hearings on four new cases and two old non-compliance cases. New cases involve alleged permit violations, spills/dumping, and tree removal without permits. Old cases involve vacant structures/weeds and a permit violation.

• 2022-0044: Clara A. Johnson et al., 1455 Pine Ave – permit required (FBC 105.1)
• 2022-0017: Copacabana Cuban Cafe, 320 Dora Drawdy Way – spills/dumping (Sec. 44-457)
• 2022-0037: Kevin J. Thomas, 3090 Beth Page Loop – tree removal permit (Sec. 46-23)
• 2022-0026: Karl E. Carlock et al., 1741 Cobble Lane – tree removal permit (Sec. 46-23)
• 2021-0339: Cay Partners, LLC, 801 S Highland Ave – vacant structures/weeds (IPMC 301.1, 302.4)

The Code Compliance Special Magistrate heard several cases on April 28, 2022. The City withdrew its complaint against Kevin J. and Sarah M. Thomas at 3090 Bethpage Loop after the property came into compliance, and the City permanently dismissed the weeds case against Cay Partners, LLC at 801 South Highland Avenue. The magistrate found violations in the tree-removal cases at 1741 Cobble Lane and 1507 North Donnelly Street, imposing penalties of $500.00 and $250.00 respectively, and accepted a Consent Order requiring Copacabana Cuban Cafe, Inc. to reimburse the City $1,496.84 for stormwater cleanup at 320 Dora Drawdy Way.

• Complaint against Kevin J. and Sarah M. Thomas (3090 Bethpage Loop) withdrawn by City after property came into compliance
• Consent Order accepted: Copacabana Cuban Cafe, Inc. (320 Dora Drawdy Way) to reimburse City $1,496.84 for stormwater cleanup
• Found violation and imposed $500.00 penalty on Karl E. Carlock et al. (1741 Cobble Lane) for removing one tree without a permit; 30 days to pay
• Found continuing violation and imposed $250.00 penalty on George Asbate and Pamela Rivas (1507 North Donnelly Street); 30 days to pay
• Weeds case against Cay Partners, LLC (801 South Highland Avenue) permanently dismissed from docket; may be reopened upon subsequent violation

Historic Preservation Board

The Mount Dora Historic Preservation Board will hold a public hearing to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness application for 208 W 10th Ave. The board will also approve minutes from the March 30, 2022 meeting and hear public comments on non-agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 25, 2022.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for 208 W 10th Ave
• Approval of minutes from March 30, 2022
• Public participation for non-agenda items

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee has no formal meeting scheduled for this date. The agenda lists various pending site plans, plats, and project status updates for review.

• Site Plan request: Mount Self Storage on US-441
• Site Plan request: Parkview Apartments at Liberty Avenue and Grandview Street
• Final Plan request: Lakes of Mount Dora-Phase 4C
• Conditional Use Permit request: Golden Triangle at 2719 W. Old Highway 441
• Preliminary Plat request: Villages of Loch Leven Parcel 1 (125 Units)

Public Arts Commission

The scheduled meeting of the Mount Dora Public Arts Commission for April 26, 2022, was cancelled. No business was scheduled for discussion or decision.

City Council Workshop

The Mount Dora City Council is holding a work session to discuss an update on the Economic Development Strategic Plan and a budget workshop focused on the city's fleet. No formal votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.

• Economic Development Strategic Plan update
• Budget workshop on city fleet

The Mount Dora City Council held a work session on April 25, 2022, to discuss the Economic Development Strategic Plan and a fleet budget workshop. No formal votes or binding decisions were made during the work session, aside from adjourning the meeting.

• Adjourned the work session (unanimous voice vote)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a site plan application for a Dollar Tree store at 21761 US 441, on the southeast corner of Robie Ave and US 441. The commission will take public input and may vote on the request. The agenda also includes approval of the February 16, 2022 minutes and a public participation period for non-agenda items.

• Site plan review for Dollar Tree (Project SP21-13) at 21761 US 441, southeast corner of Robie Ave and US 441
• Owner: FRP Properties LLLP; Applicant: Dynamic Commercial Real Estate Advisors
• Public hearing with sworn witnesses and opportunity for public input
• Approval of February 16, 2022 meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a site plan for a Dollar Tree on the southeast corner of Robie Ave and US 441, subject to outstanding Development Review Committee comments being resolved. Commissioners raised concerns about tree removal, landscaping buffers, and traffic at the two Robie Ave entrances; staff and the applicant said they would work with the city, Lake County, and FDOT on those issues. The commission also approved the February 16, 2022 minutes; the March 16, 2022 meeting had been canceled. Other business was informational, including a new Senior Planner introduction, development updates, and a planned downtown building heights survey.

• Approved Dollar Tree site plan at 21761 US 441 (Robie Ave and US 441) with conditions, pending resolution of Development Review Committee comments (5-0 roll call)
• Approved February 16, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous); March 16, 2022 meeting was canceled

Northeast CRA Board

The Northeast Community Redevelopment Agency Board will meet on April 19, 2022. The primary action item involves a contract with CareerSource Central Florida for the 2022 Summer Youth program.

• CareerSource Central Florida 2022 Summer Youth Contract

The Northeast CRA Governing Board met to review one action item. The board approved a contract with CareerSource Central Florida for the 2022 Summer Youth program.

• Approved CareerSource Central Florida 2022 Summer Youth Contract (7-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Mount Dora City Council will hold a regular session with presentations, public comments, and several action items. Key business includes a first reading of a parking ordinance, a resolution for a business utility deposit waiver, and a discussion of a draft ordinance for a building height charter amendment. The council will also consider a fine reduction for a property on Jackson Street and several consent agenda items.

• First reading of Ordinance 2022-07 amending prohibited parking in specified places
• Resolution 2022-24 for Economic Development Incentive for Business Utility Deposit Waiver
• Discussion of draft ordinance for Building Height Charter Amendment
• Request for reduction of imposed fines at 1209 Jackson Street
• Purchase of replacement generator for Lift Station #10 for $60,206.00

The City Council approved the meeting agenda and appointed two individuals to local boards. The record also includes requests regarding hazard mitigation grant funds and retirement plan advisory services, though the final vote on the consent agenda is not recorded in the provided text.

• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Appointed Janet Gamache as representative on the Lake County Arts and Cultural Alliance (unanimous voice vote)
• Appointed Jack Whittaker to the Community Redevelopment Advisory Board (unanimous voice vote)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The regularly scheduled Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting was cancelled. The board did not take any decisions or discuss agenda items.

Northeast CRA Advisory Board

The Northeast Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Committee will meet to approve the March 8, 2022 minutes, hear project updates including the Home Repair Grant, Resource and Recreation Center, and budget, and address any other business before adjourning.

• Approval of March 8, 2022 minutes
• Home Repair Grant Update Discussion
• Resource and Recreation Center Update
• Budget Update

Library Advisory Board

The W.T. Bland Public Library Advisory Board is meeting on April 11, 2022, with an agenda limited to routine items: call to order, roll call, approval of the March 14, 2022 minutes, public comment, a library manager's report, and future meeting dates. No action items, discussion items, or presentations are listed, so the meeting is procedural in nature.

• Approval of March 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Public comment period
• Library Manager's Report
• Future meeting dates discussion

CRA Advisory Board

The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting with public comment, approval of the March 2 minutes, a parking presentation from the Police Department, and a discussion of the FY 22-23 budget. The meeting is open to the public and may include City Council members.

• Parking presentation from Police Department
• FY 22-23 budget discussion
• Approval of March 2, 2022 minutes
• Public comment period

City Council Regular Session

The Mount Dora City Council will hold a regular session to approve several contracts and policy revisions. Items include utility engineering for the Eudora Roundabout, on-call building inspection services, and planning consulting. The council will also discuss recommendations from the Building Height Advisory Committee and consider a utility service agreement for CSD Groves.

• Approval of Task Authorization with Halff for Utility Engineering for the Eudora Roundabout
• Approval of Piggyback Contracts for On-call Building Inspection Services with C.A.P. Government, Inc. and American Building Safe Associates, Inc.
• Approval of Piggyback Agreement with Renaissance Planning Group, Inc. for General Consulting Services for Planning & Development
• Approval of Resolution No. 2022-23, Information Technology Policy Manual Revisions
• Approval of Utility Service Agreement and Annexation Covenant for CSD Groves between the City of Mount Dora, CSD Groves and Ashton Orlando Residential, L.L.C.

The Mount Dora City Council directed staff and the City Attorney to draft an ordinance amending the city charter to reflect the Building Height Advisory Committee's recommendations, for placement on the November 2022 ballot, along with a Land Development Code ordinance adding a special building-height variance. The motion, amended to also have the City Manager work with the committee chair on survey questions for merchants, business owners, and property owners in the impact area, passed 6-1 with Councilmember Guenther voting no. The council also approved a Utility Service Agreement and Annexation Covenant for CSD Groves with CSD Groves and Ashton Orlando Residential, L.L.C. by roll call vote, and approved a consent agenda that included a Halff utility engineering task authorization for the Eudora Roundabout and Resolution No. 2022-23 on Information Technology Policy Manual revisions.

• Directed staff and City Attorney to draft a charter amendment reflecting Building Height Advisory Committee recommendations for the November 2022 ballot, plus a Land Development Code special building-height variance, and a survey of impact-area merchants, business owners, and property owners (6-1, Guenther no)
• Approved Utility Service Agreement and Annexation Covenant for CSD Groves with CSD Groves and Ashton Orlando Residential, L.L.C. (roll call, no votes against)
• Approved consent agenda including Halff utility engineering task authorization for the Eudora Roundabout, building inspection piggyback contracts, Renaissance Planning Group consulting agreement, meeting minutes, and Resolution No. 2022-23 IT Policy Manual revisions (unanimous voice vote)
• Appointed Kathy Benjamin to the Historic Preservation Board (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved agenda with Councilmember Bryant's board appointment removed for return at a later meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved designating Sharon Kraynik as acting city manager for future leave (unanimous voice vote)
• Authorized the Mayor to sign a letter to the Governor opposing Senate Bill 620 (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Historic Preservation Board

The Mount Dora Historic Preservation Board is meeting to approve minutes from February 23, 2022, and to receive an informational presentation on the Royellou Lane Underground Utility Conversion Project. The board will also allow public participation for non-agenda items and conduct other business. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from February 23, 2022
• Public participation/hearing for non-agenda items
• Presentation: Royellou Lane Underground Utility Conversion Project (informational)
• Next meeting scheduled for April 27, 2022

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee is not holding a formal meeting on March 30, 2022, but will review several development applications, including site plans for Bristol Park Apartments and Dollar Tree, a replat for Sandy Ridge Village, and a preliminary plat for Villages of Loch Leven. The agenda also includes resubmittals and status updates on other projects. No decisions will be made at this meeting.

• Site plan review for Bristol Park Apartments (SP22-03) at US Highway 441 and Bristol Lakes Road
• Replat request for Sandy Ridge Village (Culvers) at 18996 US Highway 441 (PR22-03Replat)
• Preliminary plat for Villages of Loch Leven Parcel 1 (125 units) at 18740 SR 44 (PR22-02Prel)
• Site plan review for Dollar Tree at 21761 US Highway 441 (SP21-13)
• Resubmittal of Culver's Mount Dora site plan and Timberwalk Phase 2 as-built drawings

Public Arts Commission

The Mount Dora Public Arts Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear a presentation on donated paintings, and take action on an artist call for the 2022 Freedom on the Waterfront event and lighting for the Geometric Windmill Sculpture at Elizabeth Evans Park. They will also discuss the Waterman Village Bridge Art detail and receive updates on projects, budget, and the Public Art Master Plan.

• Donation of Emma Sears Marsh Paintings by GFWC Mount Dora Woman's Club
• Call to Artists for 2022 Freedom on the Waterfront
• Approval for lighting of Geometric Windmill Sculpture at Elizabeth Evans Park
• Waterman Village Bridge Art detail confirmation
• Public Art Master Plan update

The Mount Dora Public Arts Commission approved the February 22, 2022 minutes, supported the city's acceptance of donated Emma Sears Marsh paintings, and approved a Call to Artists for the 2022 Freedom on the Waterfront event. The Commission also approved lighting for the Geometric Windmill sculpture at Elizabeth Evans Park with an annual maintenance program.

• Approved February 22, 2022 Public Arts Commission meeting minutes
• Supported city's acceptance of donated Emma Sears Marsh paintings (roll call vote)
• Approved Call to Artists - 2022 Freedom on the Waterfront (roll call vote)
• Approved lighting for the Geometric Windmill sculpture at Elizabeth Evans Park with an annual maintenance program (unanimous voice vote)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review Resolution No. 2022-20, which authorizes a task and guaranteed maximum price for construction manager at risk services at Cauley Lott Park with Evergreen Construction. The board will also conduct a strategic review of parks and recreation, along with routine items like approving minutes and receiving staff updates.

• Review of Resolution No. 2022-20, Task Authorization/Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) for CMAR Services - Cauley Lott Park (Evergreen Construction)
• Parks and Recreation Strategic Review
• Approval of February 24, 2022 meeting minutes
• Parks and Recreation Update
• Cultural and Special Events Update

The Mount Dora Parks and Recreation Advisory Board called its March 21, 2022 meeting to order and approved the minutes from the February 24, 2022 meeting. Members also discussed Resolution No. 2022-20 for Cauley Lott Park, reviewed the parks and recreation strategic plan, and received updates from city staff on park projects and cultural events.

• Approved February 24, 2022 meeting minutes

General Employees' Pension & Retirement

The General Pension Board of Trustees is meeting quarterly to review pension fund performance, actuarial valuation, and legal updates. The board will vote on paying $18,535.70 in invoices to consultants and managers, and will receive informational reports on investments and GASB statements.

• Approval of minutes from December 17, 2021 meeting
• Quarterly reports and coronavirus discussion with AndCo Consulting
• Actuarial Valuation Report and GASB #67 & #68 Report from GRS Consulting
• Payment of invoices totaling $18,535.70 to AndCo, ASB Capital, Christiansen & Dehner, GRS, and Salem Trust
• Legal report from attorney Pedro Herrera

The General Employee Board of Trustees approved its Actuarial Valuation Report 5-0 and set investment return assumptions: 6.375% for the October 1, 2022 valuation and 6.25% for October 1, 2023, both approved 5-0. The board also approved a 6.5% rate of return for this year, the next several years, and the long term thereafter, 5-0. It approved payment of five invoices totaling $18,535.70 and the December 17, 2021 minutes by unanimous voice vote. The board received quarterly investment and actuarial reports and a legislative update; no public comment was offered.

• Approved December 17, 2021 General Pension Board minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Actuarial Valuation Report (5-0)
• Approved 6.375% return assumption for Oct 1, 2022 valuation and 6.25% for Oct 1, 2023 valuation (5-0)
• Approved 6.5% rate of return for this year, next several years, and long term thereafter (5-0)
• Approved payment of invoices totaling $18,535.70 (5-0)

Police Officers' Pension & Retirement

The Mount Dora Police Officers' Pension Fund Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes public comment, approval of the December 17, 2022 minutes, and items under new business, action, and informational. No specific decisions or proposals are listed, so the meeting appears to be largely procedural.

• Approval of December 17, 2022 Police Officers' Pension Board Minutes
• Public comment period
• New business, action items, and informational items (none specified)

Firefighters' Pension & Retirement

The Mount Dora Firefighters' Pension Board is meeting to approve routine invoices, including consulting and professional services, and to receive presentations from pension consultants and advisors. The agenda is largely administrative, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of invoices totaling over $26,000, including $5,000 to AndCo for consulting and $11,027 to GRS for actuarial services
• Presentation by Trisha Amrose and Jeffrey Amrose of GRS on actuarial disclosures
• Presentation by John Thinnes of AndCo Consulting on performance evaluation
• Presentation by Pedro Herrera of Sugarman & Susskind on legal matters
• Documentation includes quarterly reports, GASB 67/68 reports, and benefit statements

Building Height Advisory Committee

The Building Height Advisory Committee will review and discuss a land development code amendment for building height proposed by committee member Thomas Pauls. The committee will also consider a charter amendment ordinance and potential recommendations to the City Council, with a final vote planned for this meeting.

• Discussion on Land Development Code Amendment for Building Height (proposed by Thomas Pauls)
• Charter Amendment Ordinance
• Vote on Final Recommendation to City Council

Planning & Zoning Commission

The March 16, 2022 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting is cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at 10:00 am.

• Meeting cancelled

CRA Board

The Mount Dora Community Redevelopment Agency Board is meeting to consider a High Value Job Creation Grant Incentive Program Agreement with Steamroller Studios, LLC. The agenda includes consent items, action items, and discussion items, with the grant agreement as the only listed substantive item.

• Approval of High Value Job Creation Grant Incentive Program Agreement with Steamroller Studios, LLC

The Mount Dora CRA Board approved a High Value Job Creation Grant Incentive Program Agreement with Steamroller Studios, LLC. The motion passed by a roll call vote with all seven members voting yes and none voting no. The board also voted unanimously to adjourn. No other substantive items were decided.

• Approved High Value Job Creation Grant Incentive Program Agreement with Steamroller Studios, LLC (7-0 roll call)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous voice vote)

City Council Regular Session

The Mount Dora City Council will consider a federal RAISE grant application for the Wekiva Trail Extension, final approval of an annexation at US 441 and Bristol Lakes Road, and a zoning change for Mount Dora Self Storage. The agenda also includes several consent items, proclamations, and a discussion about the City Attorney.

• Resolution No. 2022-15: Federal RAISE Grant Application for Wekiva Trail Extension
• Final Reading of Ordinance No. 2022-04: Annexation of 6.96 acres at US 441 and Bristol Lakes Road
• Final Reading of Ordinance No. 2022-06: Change in Zoning for Mount Dora Self Storage Final PUD
• Amendment 2 to Piggyback Agreement with Precision Contracting Services, Inc.
• Resolution No. 2022-13: Conveyance of property to Florida Department of Transportation

The March 15, 2022 regular session was largely procedural. Council received a presentation on the Wekiva Trail Extension from Mr. Mike Stevens, with discussion on trail timeframes, and three proclamations were read: Bicycle Month, First Baptist Church of Mount Dora's 100th Anniversary, and Water Conservation Month. The minutes provided record no substantive decisions, votes, or approvals beyond these items.

General

The Library Advisory Board will meet to discuss library goals and capital projects. The agenda also includes a presentation on Emma Sears Marsh paintings and a report from the Library Manager.

• Presentation: Emma Sears Marsh Paintings
• Presentation: Library Goals and Capital Projects
• Library Manager's Report

General

This is a work session agenda with a single discussion item: parking. No votes or decisions are listed; the council will discuss the topic in the board room. Future regular session dates are listed for March 15, April 5, April 19, and May 3, 2022.

• Discussion item: Parking
• Future regular session: March 15, 2022 6:00 PM
• Future regular session: April 5, 2022 6:00 PM
• Future regular session: April 19, 2022 6:00 PM
• Future regular session: May 3, 2022 6:00 PM

The minutes record discussion of one-way streets in downtown Mount Dora. Chief Bret Meade asked about downtown alleyways and said he would bring back a proposed ordinance change restricting parking in those alleyways. No decision was recorded on either topic; the only action taken was a unanimous voice vote to adjourn at approximately 12:18 p.m.

• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous voice vote, motion by Councilmember Walker, seconded by Councilmember Rolfson)

General

The Building Height Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss a proposed Land Development Code amendment on building height, a recommendation on removing a 55-foot parking garage language from Ordinance No. 2020-20, and a possible charter amendment or alternative. The agenda also includes updates from committee members and approval of prior minutes.

• Land Development Code Amendment for Building Height (proposal from Committee Member Thomas Pauls)
• Discussion on recommendation to remove 55-foot parking garage language in Ordinance No. 2020-20
• Charter Amendment Ordinance discussion
• Alternative to a Charter Amendment discussion
• Approval of February 3, 2022 meeting minutes

General

The Mount Dora City Council will hold its regular meeting on March 1, 2022, with several action items and public hearings. Key items include approving contract amendments for the WWTP#1 project and Public Works Facility Phase 2 design, seeking private funding for six pickleball courts at Summerview Park, and holding first readings on an annexation and zoning change. The agenda also includes a city attorney report on a Sunshine Law matter.

• First reading of Ordinance 2022-04: annexation of 6.96 acres at US 441 and Bristol Lakes Road
• Final reading of Ordinance 2022-05: small-scale future land use map amendment for same parcel
• First reading of Ordinance 2022-06: zoning change for Mount Dora Self Storage Final PUD
• Approval of Amendment 2 to agreement with CPH for WWTP#1 Project
• Approval to seek private contributions for up to six pickleball courts at Summerview Park

The Mount Dora City Council approved three ordinances advancing a self-storage development on 6.96 acres at US 441 and Bristol Lakes Road: annexation, a future land use map amendment, and a zoning change to a final planned unit development. Council also accepted a warranty deed from Cottages on 11th, LLC (6-1, Mayor Stile dissenting), approved Amendment 2 to the CPH agreement for the WWTP#1 project (5-2, Guenther and Stile dissenting), approved Amendment 2 to the ADG professional services agreement for Public Works Facility Phase 2 design (7-0), and authorized seeking private contributions for up to six pickleball courts at Summerview Park (7-0). The City Attorney reported on a Sunshine Law matter involving Planning and Zoning Commission member James Homich and recommended he abstain from future Mount Dora Groves matters; the minutes do not record a council vote on that recommendation.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2022-04, annexation of 6.96 acres at US 441 and Bristol Lakes Road (7-0)
• Approved single reading (final) of Ordinance No. 2022-05, small-scale future land use map amendment for the 6.96-acre parcel (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2022-06, change in zoning for Mount Dora Self Storage Final PUD (7-0)
• Approved acceptance of warranty deed from Cottages on 11th, LLC (6-1, Mayor Stile dissenting)
• Approved Amendment 2 to the agreement between the City of Mount Dora and CPH for the WWTP#1 Project (5-2, Councilmember Guenther and Mayor Stile dissenting)
• Approved Amendment 2 to the professional services agreement between the City of Mount Dora and ADG for Public Works Facility Phase 2 design and engineering services (7-0)
• Approved seeking private contributions/funding to construct up to six pickleball courts at Summerview Park (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda, including meeting minutes for February 14 and 15, 2022 (unanimous voice vote)

City Council Regular Session

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting for a regular session. The agenda is largely procedural, including call to order, roll call, approval of January minutes, and public comment. The main substantive item is a discussion of the Parks and Recreation Strategic Review, along with updates from city staff on parks and cultural events.

• Discussion: Parks and Recreation Strategic Review
• Staff update: Parks and Recreation
• Staff update: Cultural and Special Events
• Approval of January 20, 2022 meeting minutes
• Board member reports from Barnard, Campbell, Cooper, Larkin, Scheck, Blum, Fortenberry, Woerner

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the January 20, 2022 meeting minutes by roll call vote and received a staff update on parks projects. The board took no votes on projects or funding; the Parks and Recreation Strategic Review was continued to next month's meeting. Staff described project statuses and possible funding options, including park bonds, but no decisions were made.

• Approved January 20, 2022 meeting minutes (roll call, unanimous; no votes recorded)
• Parks and Recreation Strategic Review continued to next month's meeting (no action taken)
• Adjourned at approximately 6:53 p.m. (unanimous voice vote)

General

The Mount Dora Historic Preservation Board will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a detached garage and pool cabana at 229 E 6th Avenue. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and public participation. The board will decide whether the proposed construction is appropriate for the historic district.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for detached garage and pool cabana at 229 E 6th Avenue
• Approval of minutes from January 26, 2022 meeting
• Public participation for non-agenda items

The Historic Preservation Board approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a detached garage addition and an air-conditioned pool cabana with restroom at 229 E 6th Avenue, a 1925 home known as Bellissimo Castello. The board also approved the January 26, 2022 minutes with corrections. Most of the meeting was procedural and discussion: attendance rules for board members, the board's powers under the Land Development code, and private grant information for homeowners. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for garage addition and pool cabana at 229 E 6th Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved January 26, 2022 minutes with corrections (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:44 p.m. (unanimous)

General

The Mount Dora Public Arts Commission is meeting to elect officers, approve minutes, and take action on two items: selecting light pole banner designs and voting on relocating the Baker Street Penny Cash metal sculpture by Doug Hayes. The commission will also receive an annual ethics review and updates on projects, budget balances, and the Public Art Master Plan.

• Election of 2022 Chair and Vice-Chair
• Vote to select light pole banner designs
• Vote on relocation of Baker Street Penny Cash metal sculpture by Doug Hayes
• Annual Ethics Review presentation
• Approval of November 23, 2021 meeting minutes

The Mount Dora Public Arts Commission elected Thomas Decker as Chair and Harlow Middleton as Vice-Chair for 2022. Commissioners approved three new light pole banner designs and tabled a decision regarding the relocation of the Doug Hayes metal sculpture. Additionally, staff provided updates on the Public Art Master Plan and the current budget.

• Elected Thomas Decker as 2022 Commission Chair
• Elected Harlow Middleton as 2022 Commission Vice-Chair
• Approved November 23, 2021 meeting minutes
• Selected three new light pole banner designs
• Tabled relocation of Doug Hayes metal sculpture

General

The Building Height Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss current building height regulations and consider whether to propose a charter amendment or an alternative approach. These items may be moved to the following meeting if time runs out. The next meeting is scheduled for March 3, 2022.

• Discussion of current building height regulations
• Possible charter amendment regarding building height
• Alternative to a charter amendment
• Public comments period
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

The Building Height Advisory Committee met on February 17, 2022, and heard public comment from resident Robert Vason, who spoke in favor of keeping the city's thirty-five foot height limit on behalf of a grassroots petition group. A motion by Committee Member Lother to allow Mr. Vason to present a presentation during the meeting was seconded by Committee Member Kirwin, and discussion followed. The minutes provided end mid-discussion, so no final outcome or vote on that motion is recorded here.

• Motion to allow resident Robert Vason to present during the meeting made (Lother); seconded (Kirwin) — outcome not recorded in the available minutes

General

The Northeast Community Redevelopment Agency Board will consider adopting Resolution No. 2022-11 to budget additional revenue for fiscal year 2021-2022. The meeting follows the regular City Council meeting and includes only this action item, with no other substantive discussion items listed.

• Resolution No. 2022-11: FY 2021-2022 budgeting of additional revenue

The Northeast CRA Governing Board of Mount Dora adopted Resolution No. 2022-11, amending the FY 2021-22 budget to add $38,992 in additional revenue from the final tax rolls. The funds are directed to the line item for the Community Resource and Recreation Center Design. The motion passed by a roll call vote with all seven members voting yes and none opposed. The meeting adjourned at approximately 7:08 p.m.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-11 amending the FY 2021-22 budget to add $38,992 in additional revenue (7-0 roll call)
• Directed the additional $38,992 to the Community Resource and Recreation Center Design line item
• Adjourned (unanimous voice vote)

General

The Mount Dora City Council will hold its regular meeting on February 15, 2022, at 6:00 PM in the City Hall Board Room. The council will recognize local achievements, approve infrastructure financing for the Lakeside at Waterman Village Project, and adopt resolutions including a Key to the City Policy and the location for a new Resource and Recreation Center.

• Approval of Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit for Lakeside at Waterman Village Project infrastructure
• Adoption of Resolution 2022-14 establishing Key to the City Policy
• Adoption of Resolution 2022-12 selecting location for Resource and Recreation Center
• Approval of Boundary Line Agreement with Mount Dora Center for the Arts, Inc.
• Approval of Piggyback Agreement with George Gideon Auctioneers, Inc. for auction services

Mount Dora City Council approved an irrevocable standby letter of credit and its amendment to secure completion of infrastructure for the Lakeside at Waterman Village Project. Council also approved a boundary line agreement with the Mount Dora Center for the Arts, adopted Resolution 2022-14 establishing a Key to the City policy, and adopted Resolution 2022-12 selecting a location for the Resource and Recreation Center. All action items passed by roll call votes with no recorded opposition.

• Approved Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit dated December 10, 2021, and Amendment dated February 3, 2022, for Lakeside at Waterman Village infrastructure (roll call, all yes)
• Approved Boundary Line Agreement with Mount Dora Center for the Arts and authorized Mayor to execute it (roll call, all yes; Councilmember Guenther filed a voting conflict form and recused)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-14, Key to the City Policy (roll call, all yes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-12, Selection of Location for the Resource and Recreation Center (roll call, all yes)
• Approved consent agenda with item one removed to action items (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned (unanimous voice vote)

General

The W.T. Bland Public Library Advisory Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of the January 10, 2022 meeting minutes, a library manager's report, and a discussion of library displays. No major decisions or public hearings are listed; the meeting is largely routine and procedural.

• Approval of January 10, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of library displays
• Library manager's report
• Public comment period

General

The Mount Dora City Council is holding a work session to discuss four topics: the Northeast Community Resource Center, the community tree canopy, recycling, and parking. No formal votes are scheduled; these are discussion items only.

• Northeast Community Resource Center discussion
• Community Tree Canopy discussion
• Recycling discussion
• Parking discussion

The Mount Dora City Council held a work session on February 14, 2022, covering the Northeast Community Resource Center, the community tree canopy, and recycling. Staff presented history and information on each item, and Council discussed topics including the Resource Center's location, staffing and cost; tree assessment, trimming, a possible third-party arborist, tree committee/board, tree inventory and the neighborhood tree program; and the waste management contract, public re-education and additional drop-off sites. The parking item was moved to the March 7, 2022 work session. No substantive decisions were made; the only action was a unanimous voice vote to adjourn at approximately 12:34 p.m.

• No substantive decisions made; items were discussion only
• Parking item moved to the March 7, 2022 City Council Workshop
• Adjourned by unanimous voice vote (motion by Rolfson, seconded by Walker)

General

The Building Height Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss building height regulations, including a study area map, a legal review of an ordinance, and proposed revisions to the Land Development Code. They will also consider a working draft charter amendment. The meeting includes public comments and approval of prior minutes.

• Discussion of Building Heights on Alternatives Codes and Options
• Harris Turner Proposed Building Height LDC Draft Revisions
• Frank Kriwin Proposed (working document) Charter Amendment
• City Attorney Optional Ordinance Legal Review
• Thomas Pauls summary on variances

The Building Height Advisory Committee met on February 3, 2022, with Vice-Chairperson Joseph Lewis presiding in the absence of Chairperson Lynn Tipton. The only recorded action was a motion by Committee Member Tucker to approve the January 20, 2022 minutes; Committee Member Ondrasik asked that they be amended to describe increasing building heights to allow three-story buildings up to forty or forty-two feet. The minutes text provided does not record the outcome of that motion or any other decision. Public comment included one resident speaking about the building height petition.

• Motion to approve January 20, 2022 minutes; amendment requested by Ondrasik; outcome not recorded in the provided text

General

The Mount Dora Community Redevelopment Agency Board is meeting to consider adopting Resolution 2022-10 CRA, which would budget additional revenue for the fiscal year 2021-2022. The agenda includes public comments, a consent agenda, and this single action item, with no other substantive business listed.

• Adoption of Resolution 2022-10 CRA for FY 2021-2022 budgeting of additional revenue

The CRA Board approved Resolution 2022-10, which amends the fiscal year 2021-2022 budget to account for additional revenue. The board also held a brief discussion regarding the definition of TIF.

• Approved Resolution 2022-10 for FY 2021-2022 budget amendment (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:49 P.M.

General

The Northeast Community Redevelopment Agency Board will consider adopting Resolution 2022-11 to budget additional revenue for fiscal year 2021-2022. The meeting includes public comments, a consent agenda, and action/discussion items, with the resolution as the sole listed action item.

• Resolution 2022-11: FY 2021-2022 budgeting of additional revenue

The Northeast CRA Governing Board met on February 1, 2022, and took up one discussion item: Resolution 2022-11, budgeting additional revenue for FY 2021-2022. City Manager Patrick Comiskey asked the board to table the item until the next meeting, and the board agreed by unanimous voice vote. No other action items or decisions were recorded, and the meeting adjourned at approximately 7:39 p.m.

• Tabled Resolution 2022-11 (Northeast CRA FY 2021-2022 budgeting of additional revenue) to the next meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous voice vote)

City Council Regular Session

The Mount Dora City Council is holding a regular session with final readings of two ordinances amending PUD master plans for Donnelly Woods and Villages of Loch Leven. The council will also consider several consent agenda items, including contracts for design services, camera systems, and construction projects, plus board appointments and proclamations.

• Final Reading Ordinance 2022-01: PUD Master Plan 2nd Amendment for Donnelly Woods
• Final Reading Ordinance 2022-02: PUD Master Plan Amendment for Villages of Loch Leven
• Approval of DRMP Task Authorization for Liberty Avenue Drainage Improvement Project Design Services
• Approval of Master Customer Agreement with Motorola Solutions for Body Worn and In-Vehicle Camera Systems
• Approval of Task Authorization/GMP for WWTP#2 Odor Control Project (Wharton-Smith)

The Mount Dora City Council approved final reading of two planned unit development (PUD) master plan amendments — one for Donnelly Woods and one for Villages of Loch Leven — both by roll call votes with no dissenting votes. The council also approved a guaranteed maximum price task authorization for the WWTP#2 Odor Control Project with Wharton-Smith, and approved the consent agenda with corrections to prior meeting minutes. Councilmember Guenther recused himself from the Donnelly Woods vote and will file form 8b with the City Clerk. The council deferred action on the possible removal or further investigation of James Homich from the Planning and Zoning Board until pending investigations conclude, with the City Attorney to update the council by March 31, 2022.

• Approved Final Reading Ordinance No. 2022-01, PUD Master Plan 2nd Amendment for Donnelly Woods (roll call, 6 yes, 0 no; Guenther recused)
• Approved Final Reading Ordinance No. 2022-02, PUD Master Plan Amendment for Villages of Loch Leven (roll call, 7 yes, 0 no)
• Approved Task Authorization/Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) for WWTP#2 Odor Control Project (Wharton-Smith) (roll call, 7 yes, 0 no)
• Approved consent agenda with corrections to prior meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Appointed Kelly Burns to the Public Arts Commission (unanimous voice vote)
• Deferred the motion from the last council meeting regarding investigation of possible violations by James Homich until pending investigations conclude, with City Attorney to inform council by March 31, 2022 (roll call, 7 yes, 0 no)
• Approved the agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous voice vote)

General

The Mount Dora Historic Preservation Board will consider four Certificates of Appropriateness for properties in the historic district, including two reroofing projects, a detached garage, and a demolition. The board will also elect a chairperson and vice-chair, and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• 244 E 3rd Avenue - Reroof with standing seam metal panels
• 810 N Tremain Street - Reroof
• 828 E 7th Avenue - Detached garage
• 975 N. McDonald Street - Demolition

The Mount Dora Historic Preservation Board approved three Certificates of Appropriateness for reroofing and a detached garage, and elected Det Joks as Chairperson and Amanda Kelley as Vice-Chairperson. The board tabled a request to demolish a historic accessory structure at 975 N. McDonald Street, voting 3-2 with one abstention, to let the City Building Official inspect the structure and to obtain a more detailed engineering report. The board also approved the December 16, 2021 minutes.

• Approved December 16, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Det Joks as Chairperson (4-2); Amanda Kelley's self-nomination failed (2-4)
• Elected Amanda Kelley as Vice-Chairperson (6-0)
• Approved reroof at 244 E 3rd Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved reroof at 810 N Tremain Street (6-0)
• Approved detached garage at 828 E 7th Avenue (6-0)
• Tabled demolition at 975 N. McDonald Street for building inspection and detailed engineer's report (3-2, one abstention)

General

The Building Height Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss building height regulations, including a history of height rules and code amendment types, and to review documents on building heights in various contexts. The committee will also consider approving minutes from its January 6, 2022 meeting. This is a discussion-focused session with no final decisions expected.

• Approval of January 6, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of building height history and code amendment types
• Review of building height documents from Thomas Pauls, John Tucker, Kate Ondrasik, and Frank Kirwin
• Next meeting scheduled for February 3, 2022 at 1:30 pm

The Mount Dora Building Height Advisory Committee approved its January 6, 2022 meeting minutes and defined its geographic purview for height limitations. Members also discussed historical building height data, code amendment methods, and other cities' height regulations before adjourning.

• Approved January 6, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved committee purview for height limitations within Historic Districts, within 100 ft of Lake Dora shoreline, 25 ft height boundary terminus of Lake Dora Road, south along shoreline to Charles Ave, and ending at Tremain (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved adjournment (unanimous voice vote)

General

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to elect a 2022 chair and vice-chair, approve November 2021 minutes, and receive an annual ethics review. Staff will give updates on parks and recreation and cultural/special events. The agenda is largely procedural with no action items, resolutions, or ordinances listed.

• Election of 2022 Chair and Vice-chair
• Approval of November 15, 2021 meeting minutes
• Annual Ethics Review presentation
• Parks and Recreation Update
• Cultural and Special Events Update

The Mount Dora Parks and Recreation Advisory Board elected Mark Woerner as Chairperson and Amy Fortenberry as Vice-chairperson for 2022, both by 7-0 votes. The board also approved its November 15, 2021 minutes 7-0. Staff gave updates on the kayak/canoe launch, Cauley Lott Park renovation, and an African American Cultural and Historical Grant, and noted the City did not receive a grant for more field space at the Frank Brown Sports Complex.

• Elected Mark Woerner as Board Chairperson (7-0)
• Elected Amy Fortenberry as Board Vice-chairperson (7-0)
• Approved November 15, 2021 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board minutes (7-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (7-0)

City Council Regular Session

The Mount Dora City Council will consider several land use amendments and budget resolutions. The meeting includes a final reading of an ordinance regarding a building height moratorium.

• Road repaving contract with Asphalt Paving Systems, Inc. up to $295,432.15
• Adoption of Resolution 2022-04 for FY 2021-2022 Budget Adjustment
• Adoption of Resolution 2022-03 for Master Fee Schedule Update
• Final reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 2022-03, Building Height Moratorium
• Land use and PUD master plan amendments for Mount Dora Groves, Donnelly Woods, and Villages of Loch Leven

City Council approved a moratorium on building height increases in the Historic Preservation District and near Lake Dora. The council also adopted a fiscal year 2021-2022 budget adjustment and updated the city's master fee schedule.

• Approved FY 2021-2022 Budget Adjustment Resolution 2022-04 (7-0)
• Approved Master Fee Schedule Update Resolution 2022-03 (6-1)
• Approved Third Amendment to Waste Management Inc. solid waste agreement (7-0)
• Denied motion to remove James Homich from Planning and Zoning Commission (2-5)
• Referred James Homich matter to City Attorney for evaluation (5-2)
• Approved first reading of PUD Master Plan 2nd Amendment for Donnelly Woods (5-1)
• Approved first reading of PUD Master Plan Amendment for Villages of Loch Leven (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-03 Building Height Moratorium (6-1)

General

The W.T. Bland Public Library Advisory Board is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear public comment, and receive a library manager's report. The board will review library metrics and the Reconsideration of Library Materials Policy, and discuss library displays. No action items are listed on the agenda.

• Review of Reconsideration of Library Materials Policy
• Library Metrics presentation
• Discussion of Library Displays
• Approval of December 13, 2021 meeting minutes

General

The Building Height Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss a proposed charter amendment language and review building height documents. The committee will consider history of building height and code amendment types, plus materials on building heights in Florida cities, downtown historic districts, and Aspen and Key West. The next meeting is scheduled for January 20, 2022.

• Proposed Charter Amendment Language (working document)
• TAB 1: History of Building Height and Code Amendment Types
• TAB 2: Thomas Pauls summary information
• TAB 3: John Tucker, Florida City Building Heights
• TAB 4: Kate Ondrasik, Building Heights in Downtown Historic Districts

The committee voted to recommend its own dissolution if restricted solely to drafting a charter amendment regarding building heights. Members expressed a preference for exploring multiple regulatory options, including ordinances, rather than being limited to a single path. The committee will continue its work while the City Attorney investigates alternative legislative options for building height regulations.

• Approved November 18, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved motion opposing sole focus on charter amendment (roll call vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:14 p.m.

City Council Regular Session

The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Committee is meeting to elect officers, approve minutes, and discuss trash can issues, council/board policy, and 2021/2022 project updates. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of November 3, 2021 meeting minutes
• Trash can discussion
• Council Board and Committee Policy discussion
• 2021/2022 projects update

The Mount Dora Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Committee met on January 5, 2022 and re-elected David Berndt as Chair and Jake Guenther as Vice-Chair, both by unanimous voice vote. The committee also approved its November 3, 2021 minutes unanimously. Most of the meeting was discussion and project updates rather than decisions: downtown trash problems, a pending council policy on committee rules, and progress on CRA projects including the Donnelly Street parking garage awnings, a church parking lot repaving, touch screen kiosks, streetscape repairs, and parking counters.

• David Berndt re-elected Chair of the CRA Advisory Committee (unanimous voice vote)
• Jake Guenther re-elected Vice-Chair of the CRA Advisory Committee (unanimous voice vote)
• November 3, 2021 minutes approved (unanimous voice vote)
• Agreed to keep committee meeting time at 5:30 p.m., to be revisited in the future if needed
• Motion to adjourn approved (unanimous voice vote)

General

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board is meeting to consider two consent agenda items: a task authorization with CPH, Inc. for construction documents for streetscape repairs and enhancements, and a Commercial Visual Improvement Program (CVIP) grant agreement for 930 N. Donnelly St. No action or discussion items are listed beyond these.

• Task authorization with CPH, Inc. for streetscape construction documents
• CVIP grant agreement for 930 N. Donnelly St.

The CRA Governing Board approved a task authorization for CPH, Inc. to prepare construction documents for streetscape repairs and enhancements. The board also approved a Commercial Visual Improvement Program (CVIP) Grant Agreement for 930 N. Donnelly St.

• Approved Task Authorization with CPH, Inc. for streetscape repair construction documents (Unanimous)
• Approved CVIP Grant Agreement for 930 N. Donnelly St. (Unanimous voice vote)

City Council Regular Session

The Mount Dora City Council will hold the first reading of Ordinance No. 2022-03, which would impose a building height moratorium. The council will also consider a face covering recommendation resolution, make appointments to the Lake County Library Advisory Board, and recognize several individuals with resolutions. The agenda includes standard items like approval of minutes, public comments, and reports from the city manager and attorney.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 2022-03, Building Height Moratorium
• Resolution No. 2022-09, Face Covering Recommendation
• Appointments to the Lake County Library Advisory Board
• Resolution No. 2022-05 recognizing Cathy Hoechst
• Resolution No. 2022-06 recognizing Harmon Massey

The Mount Dora City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 2022-03, a one-year moratorium on development requests that would change building height limits in the Historic Preservation District (35 feet) and within 100 feet of Lake Dora (25 feet), with an amendment allowing destroyed existing structures to be replaced through the regular process. The council also approved Resolution No. 2022-09 recommending face coverings due to the Omicron variant, amended to say 'highly encouraged' instead of 'recommendations.' Appointments were made to the Lake County Library Advisory Board, and the consent agenda including November 2, 2021 minutes was approved. Three recognition resolutions were presented, and no one spoke during public comments.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2022-03, one-year building height moratorium, with amendment for destroyed structures (5-2; Rolfson and Guenther voted no)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-09, face covering recommendation amended to 'highly encouraged' (6-1; Guenther voted no)
• Appointed Cathy Gillespie as voting member and William Lowery as alternate to Lake County Library Advisory Board (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved consent agenda including November 2, 2021 Regular Session minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Presented Resolution No. 2022-05 recognizing Cathy Hoechst
• Presented Resolution No. 2022-06 recognizing Harmon Massey
• Presented Resolution No. 2022-07 recognizing Pam Burtnett