Cape Coral public meetings in 2024

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will conduct hearings for three specific property cases. These include development requests and a rezoning application.

• Case DEV24-000004: 127 Bayshore Dr. (Applicant: WB Williamson Bros, Inc.)
• Case DEV24-000007: 4312 NW 23rd Ter. (Applicant: Hickcox Brothers Marine)
• Case RZN24-000009: 723 Nelson Rd N. (Applicant: City of Cape Coral)

Youth Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Youth Council will discuss questions from the recent Charter Schools meeting and continue conversations on several ongoing projects, including the Junior Book Drive, Senior Project, Blessings in a Backpack, and Love Locks. The council will also review a quarterly report, debrief the Holiday Festival of Lights, and consider the proposed 2025 meeting schedule and application process. Additional updates include the FLC Youth Council Excellence Award and Legislative Action Days.

• Discussion of Cape Coral Charter Schools meeting questions
• Junior Project Book Drive (flyer and information)
• Senior Project continued discussion
• Holiday Festival of Lights debrief
• 2025 revised Youth Council meeting schedule proposal

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed.

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several emergency purchases and contracts related to Hurricane Milton recovery and infrastructure. The body is also deciding on two rezoning requests and one plat vacation.

• Emergency purchase of $699,932.20 with AWP Inc. for citywide stop sign replacement
• Emergency purchase of $250,000 with Integrated Fire and Security Solutions for City Hall fire alarm system
• Rezoning of 3303/3307 NE 16th Avenue and 3302/3306 Averill Boulevard from Single-Family Residential to Commercial
• Rezoning of 1011 SW 4th Terrace from Commercial Corridor to Single-Family Residential
• Purchase of 4832 Triton Court East for $524,000 including closing and moving costs

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on three ordinances that amend the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Ordinance 88-24 proposes changing the Future Land Use Map for 1513 Gleason Parkway from Commercial/Professional to Multi‑Family Residential. Ordinance 85-24 seeks to allow an essential service facility within Yellow Fever Creek Regional Park. Ordinance 89-24 would change the Future Land Use Map for 701 Mohawk Parkway from Public Facilities to Commercial/Professional. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the November 6, 2024 minutes and a 30‑minute citizen input period.

• Ordinance 88-24 – rezoning 1513 Gleason Parkway to Multi‑Family Residential (28,938 sq ft)
• Ordinance 85-24 – permitting an essential service facility in Yellow Fever Creek Regional Park
• Ordinance 89-24 – rezoning 701 Mohawk Parkway from Public Facilities to Commercial/Professional (1.22 acres)
• Approval of Planning and Zoning Commission minutes from November 6, 2024
• 30‑minute citizen input time (max 30 minutes, 3 minutes per individual)

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board will adopt the agenda, approve the minutes from the November 12, 2024 meeting, and vote on several consent items. These items include safety and security requirement assurances, acceptance of FY25 Title II allocations for Oasis Elementary South ($12,056), Oasis Elementary North ($11,415), Oasis Middle School ($11,798) and Oasis High School ($15,051), and a $974.59 Holocaust education grant for Oasis Middle School. The meeting also provides 45 minutes of citizen input and features reports from the superintendent, city manager, councilmember, chair, foundation, staff, and board members.

• Approve FY25 Title II allocations: Oasis Elementary South $12,056; Oasis Elementary North $11,415; Oasis Middle School $11,798; Oasis High School $15,051
• Accept MSHE Foundation Holocaust Education Grant of $974.59 for the Power in Reading Holocaust Project at Oasis Middle School
• Adopt safety and security requirement assurances, including an Active Assailant/Shooter Response Plan and Family Reunification Plan
• Approve minutes from the Regular Governing Board Meeting on November 12, 2024
• Provide up to 45 minutes of citizen input (3 minutes per individual)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the city's federal and state legislative platforms for fiscal year 2025. The body will also hold a discussion regarding Commercial Structure Resilience Grants.

• FY 25 Federal and State Legislative Platforms
• Commercial Structure Resilience Grants

City Council – Regular Meeting

The agenda for the Cape Coral City Council regular meeting on December 4, 2024 contains no listed items. It appears to be a procedural placeholder with no decisions or discussions recorded.

Community Redevelopment Agency – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency will consider applications for Commercial Structures Resilience Grants and discuss expanding the Breaking Barriers to Business (B2B) Grant Initiative. An informational update on decorative lighting for Cape Coral Parkway will also be presented. The meeting includes standard agenda items such as citizen input, consent agenda, and scheduling of future meetings.

• Commercial Structures Resilience Grants – review of grant applications
• Expansion of the Breaking Barriers to Business (B2B) Grant Initiative Program
• Cape Coral Parkway Decorative Lighting Update – information only

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will adopt the agenda, approve prior meeting minutes, and pass Resolution 380-24 to certify the results of the November 5, 2024 general election. The council will also set public hearings for several resolutions and ordinances slated for December 4 and December 11, covering street right‑of‑way vacations, parking rule changes, and zoning map amendments. New business includes appointments, liaison selections, and scheduling of future meetings and a January budget workshop.

• Resolution 380-24 – certifies the November 5, 2024 city election results
• Resolution 369-24 – sets a public hearing Dec 4 to vacate plats for SW 3rd Ave, SW 4th Ave, SW 25th St (Lee Memorial Health System)
• Ordinance 70-24 – amends residential parking regulations in the Land Development Code
• Ordinance 80-24 – rezones lots 9‑18, Block 5614, Unit 84 from R1 to Commercial (C) at 3303 & 3307 NE 16th Ave and 3302 & 3306 Averill Blvd
• Ordinance 82-24 – authorizes a ground lease for emergency medical services at 101 NW Douglas Parkway

City Council – Orientation

The City Council is conducting an orientation meeting featuring presentations from various city departments. The session focuses on departmental overviews and the budget process.

• Budget process overview by Financial Services Department
• Information Technology Services Department presentation
• Human Resources Department presentation
• City Clerk's Department presentation
• Presentations from Parks and Recreation, Development Services, Public Works, and Utilities departments

City Council – Orientation

The City Council is conducting an orientation meeting consisting of presentations on city operations and governance. The session focuses on educating council members on legal requirements, department roles, and administrative procedures.

• Sunshine Laws and Ethics presentation by City Attorney Aleksandr Boksner
• Council Rules, Ordinances, Resolutions, and City Charter presentation
• Overview of the Council-Manager form of government by City Manager Michael Ilczyszyn
• Presentations from the Police, Fire, and Emergency Management departments
• Briefings on the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) and Economic and Business Development

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will approve the September 11, 2024 meeting minutes. It will hear a City Auditor’s Office update from Auditor Russell. Members will discuss the proposed 2025 Audit Committee meeting schedule. The agenda also includes a citizen input period and a recognition segment.

• Approval of September 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• City Auditor’s Office Update Report – City Auditor Russell
• Discussion of 2025 Audit Committee meetings schedule
• Citizens input time
• Recognition

Community Redevelopment Agency – Regular Meeting

The Community Redevelopment Agency will discuss the appointment of a Chair and Vice Chair and the 2025 meeting schedule. The body is also reviewing a business grant for a restaurant and several special event sponsorship requests.

• Grant of $47,540.28 to Next Door 1339 LLC (Stone's Throw Restaurant) via Breaking Barriers to Business program
• Sponsorship of $5,000 for Holiday Festival of Lights, 40th Annual Cape Coral Art Festival, 7th Annual Pride Cape Coral, and Holiday Boat A Long
• Sponsorship of $5,000 for New Year's Eve Celebration
• Sponsorship of $4,225 for 7th Annual Chili Cook Off
• Appointment of CRA Chair and Vice Chair

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will conduct a public hearing on Ordinance 56-24, which amends Section 5.4.7 of the Land Development Code concerning boat canopies and sun shelters. City Planning Staff and Planning and Zoning both recommend approval of the ordinance. After the hearing, the council will have a 60‑minute citizen input period before adjourning.

• Ordinance 56-24 public hearing – amendment to boat canopies and sun shelters (Section 5.4.7, Marine Improvements)
• City Planning Staff recommendation: approval
• Planning and Zoning recommendation: approval
• Citizen input time – up to 60 minutes total, 3 minutes per speaker
• Next regular council meeting scheduled for November 20, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board is meeting to discuss operational updates and approvals. The board will review a revised instructional calendar and an audit report for the year ending June 30, 2024.

• Approval of the Revised Oasis Calendar Schools Instructional Calendar SY 2024-2025
• Audit Report for the year ending June 30, 2024
• Fire alarm system replacement for Oasis Elementary North Portables
• Request for a Bus Driver Trainer/Lead Stipend
• Oasis High School Teacher Out of Field SY 2024-2025 Notification

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on three ordinances that amend the Land Development Code and Comprehensive Plan. Ordinance 70-24 updates residential parking requirements, Ordinance 79-24 adds survey and legal description steps for plat vacations, and Ordinance 78-24 changes the Future Land Use Map to designate Burnt Store Road District. The meeting also includes approval of the 2025 commission meeting schedule and a 30‑minute citizen input period.

• Ordinance 70-24 – amendment to parking regulations for residential zoning districts
• Ordinance 79-24 – amendment adding survey, sketch, and legal description requirements for plat vacations
• Ordinance 78-24 (FLUM24-000013) – amendment to the Comprehensive Plan future land use map, changing parcels to Burnt Store Road District
• Approval of the 2025 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting schedule
• Citizen input time – up to 30 minutes total, 3 minutes per individual

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will hold a hearing on case RZN24-000003 submitted by Avalon Engineering for the property at 1211 Pine Lake Dr. This hearing continues from the October 15, 2024 hearing. The examiner may issue a ruling or recommendation based on the staff report and the record. The next hearing is scheduled for December 3, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers.

• Case RZN24-000003 – hearing for 1211 Pine Lake Dr., applicant Avalon Engineering (continuation from 10/15/2024)
• Next hearing scheduled for Dec 3, 2024, 9:00 a.m., Council Chambers
• Attachments: City Clerk2024034.pdf and RZN24-000003_NOVUS_Packet.pdf

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will hold a quasi‑judicial public hearing on Resolution 300‑24 to determine whether North Medical Land Company, LLC has vested rights for a new car wash facility. The property is located at the intersection of Del Prado Boulevard North and Dan LeDuke Road, described as Tracts Com‑6 and Com‑8, Block 8053, Entrada Subdivision. The applicant is Boos Development Group, Inc.; the council will hear testimony and consider the determination.

• Resolution 300‑24 Public Hearing – determination of vested rights for proposed car wash
• Location: intersection of Del Prado Boulevard North and Dan LeDuke Road
• Property description: Tracts Com‑6 and Com‑8, Block 8053, Entrada Subdivision
• Applicant: Boos Development Group, Inc. seeking vested‑rights decision for North Medical Land Company, LLC
• No other substantive agenda items; meeting otherwise procedural

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council will review a consent agenda featuring numerous infrastructure contracts, police grants, and equipment purchases. Key items include a large-scale capital equipment budget and a $1 million real estate purchase in the downtown area.

• Resolution 314-24: $29,693,249 for FY25 capital equipment, vehicles, and hardware/software
• Resolution 362-24: Purchase of 4816 Triton Court for $1,000,000 plus closing costs up to $15,000
• Resolution 350-24: $4,977,001.58 for Tropicana Park neighborhood improvements
• Resolution 340-24: One-time 10% wage increase for police officers, sergeants, and lieutenants totaling $3,581,422
• Resolution 335-24: $806,793 for Embers Parkway West median improvements

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hold a series of discussions on city infrastructure, financial policies, and growth modeling. The meeting includes a designated period for citizen input on city government matters.

• Cape Coral Parkway 6-Laning discussion
• South Spreader Waterway Project discussion
• Interactive Growth Model Phase 2: Presentation of Findings
• Financial Management Policies discussion
• Golf Course Timeline and Boat Canopies discussions

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss the purchase of 1,202 acres in Charlotte County for a water supply reservoir. The body is also reviewing several zoning ordinances and professional service contracts for infrastructure and parks.

• Proposed $38,000,000 purchase of 1,202 acres for a water supply reservoir
• Resolution 71-24 to authorize up to $25,000,000 in commercial paper debt for parks and facilities
• Resolution 340-24 for a one-time 10% wage increase for Police Officers, Sergeants, and Lieutenants
• Resolution 337-24 for the $335,295 purchase of a SL260 Mobile Stage
• Ordinance 66-24 and 67-24 regarding new conditions for car-wash and self-storage facilities

Hearing Examiner

The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner will conduct hearings on two applications on October 15, 2024. The applications are Case PDP24-000002 by Cindy Brizuela at 2110 Chiquita Blvd S., and Case RZN24-000003 by Avalon Engineering at 1211 Pine Lake Dr. A follow‑up hearing for Case PDP24-000002 is scheduled for November 5, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

• Case PDP24-000002 – 2110 Chiquita Blvd S. – Applicant Cindy Brizuela
• Case RZN24-000003 – 1211 Pine Lake Dr. – Applicant Avalon Engineering
• Next hearing for Case PDP24-000002 scheduled for Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will approve the July 18, 2024 meeting minutes, discuss Accessory Dwelling Units, review the 2024 Incentive Review and Recommendation Report, and present that report to the City Council with a recommendation to schedule it for the December 4, 2024 council meeting. The committee will also approve the proposed 2025 AHAC meeting schedule.

• Approval of July 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Committee of the Whole discussion on Accessory Dwelling Units
• Review of the 2024 Incentive Review and Recommendation Report
• Presentation of the report to the City Council with recommendation for Dec 4, 2024 agenda placement
• Approval of the 2025 proposed AHAC meeting schedule

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several ordinances. These include changes to land use maps, updates to car wash and self-storage facility regulations, and residential parking rules.

• Ordinance 68-24: Creating a Mixed Use Ten (MUX) Future Land Use Map classification
• Ordinance 69-24: Changing 0.47 acres at 1466 & 1470 SW 5th St. from Multi-Family Residential to Commercial/Professional
• Ordinance 66-24: Establishing conditions and definitions for car-wash facilities
• Ordinance 67-24: Establishing conditions for self-service storage facilities
• Ordinance 70-24: Updating parking regulations for residential zoning districts

City Council – Special Meeting

The City Council is holding second and final public hearings to establish ad valorem taxes for 2024 and adopt the operating and capital budgets for Fiscal Year 2025.

• Ordinance 59-24: Levy ad valorem taxes of 5.2188 mills ($5.2188 per $1,000) and 0.1791 mills ($.1791 per $1,000) for debt service
• Ordinance 60-24: Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025 operating budget, revenues, expenditures, and capital budget

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council special meeting on Oct. 2, 2024 will discuss two new business items. Council members will hear the City Auditor's evaluation. They will also consider a proposal regarding Council Office staff compensation. A 60‑minute citizen input period is also scheduled.

• City Auditor's Evaluation
• Council Office Staff Compensation Element
• Citizens Input Time – up to 60 minutes

City Council – Regular Meeting

The council will vote on a consent agenda that includes contract renewals and purchases such as a $661,296 health‑fund renewal and a $110,000 police uniform purchase. Several ordinance hearings are scheduled, most notably Ordinance 71-24 which would allow the city to issue up to $25 million of commercial paper debt to fund parks and other facilities. Additional ordinances address land‑use changes for car‑wash and self‑storage facilities and a conservation easement for Joe Coviello Park. A grant agreement for up to $9 million to expand the Emergency Operations Center is also on the agenda.

• Resolution 273-24 – Renew agreement with Medical Risk Solutions, LLC; estimated annual amount $661,296 (Self Insured Health Fund)
• Resolution 308-24 – Award bid for police uniforms and duty gear; estimated cost $110,000 (General Fund)
• Resolution 319-24 – Contract with NUE Urban Concepts for Mobility Plan and Fee System; not‑to‑exceed $343,350 (Road Impact Fee Fund)
• Resolution 325-24 – Grant agreement with State of Florida Division of Emergency Management for up to $9,000,000 to expand the Emergency Operations Center
• Ordinance 71-24 – Authorize issuance of commercial paper debt up to $25,000,000 to finance parks and other facilities

Hearing Examiner

The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner will consider two applications. Case DEV24-000003, submitted by Sherry Gaston, is for a development at 2294 SE 28th St. Case RZN24-000001, submitted by BJM Consulting, is for a rezoning at 3307 NE 16th Ave. The examiner will hear presentations, staff recommendations, and public comments before making a decision or recommendation.

• Development application (Case DEV24-000003) at 2294 SE 28th St. by Sherry Gaston
• Rezoning application (Case RZN24-000001) at 3307 NE 16th Ave. by BJM Consulting
• Public hearing scheduled for October 1, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. in Council Chambers
• Next hearing dates set for October 15, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. for both cases
• No dollar amounts or contract details provided

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will vote on a series of consent agenda resolutions, including contracts, purchases, and project amendments. Key items include a $1,699,200 amendment to the North 1 Utilities Extension Project, bringing its total cost to $12,894,699. Additional approvals cover utility repairs, police funding, and health‑care contracts. The meeting also includes public hearings on plat vacations and election certifications.

• Approve $141,947 single‑source purchase for Southwest Water Reclamation Facility Rotoscreen #2 repair (JS&S Inc.)
• Accept $63,421 state assistance for Fentanyl Eradication (Police Department)
• Authorize $398,885 annual Medicare Advantage contract with Blue Cross Blue Shield (Human Resources)
• Approve $1,699,200 amendment to North 1 Utilities Extension Project, total project cost $12,894,699 (Public Works/CIP)
• Approve $3,532,620 contract for five Upper Floridan Aquifer water supply wells (Wells & Water Systems, Inc.)

Planning and Zoning Commission – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on three ordinances. Ordinance 65-24 amends the Future Land Use Map, changing the designation of lots 3 and 4, Block 3960, Unit 54 from Commercial/Professional to Single‑Family Residential at 107 SW 24th Place. Ordinance 66-24 updates the Land Development Code to set conditions for car‑wash facilities, and Ordinance 67-24 revises the code to establish conditions for self‑service storage facilities and removes the prior self‑storage section.

• Ordinance 65-24: Future Land Use Map amendment from Commercial/Professional to Single‑Family Residential for lots 3 & 4, Block 3960, Unit 54, 107 SW 24th Place
• Ordinance 66-24: Land Development Code amendment creating Section 5.11.17 for car‑wash facility conditions
• Ordinance 67-24: Land Development Code amendment creating Section 5.11.18 for self‑service storage facility conditions and eliminating Section 5.10.16

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the City Manager's evaluation. The agenda includes a 60‑minute citizen input period, a pledge of civility, and scheduling of the next regular council meeting. No other substantive actions are listed.

• New Business – City Manager's Evaluation
• Citizens Input Time – up to 60 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker
• Schedule next regular meeting for September 18, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.
• Pledge of Civility at meeting start
• Roll Call of Mayor and Council members

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The Transportation Advisory Commission will hear presentations on citywide wayfinding, sidewalk prioritization, roadway management technology, and updates on Hurricane Ian repairs, FY 2024 road resurfacing, Cape Coral Parkway 6‑laning, and Lee County maintained medians. The commission will also discuss long‑range transportation plans, speed‑limit reductions for major roads, mobility fee implementation, and the tree trimming process. Public input will be accepted, and no formal decisions are indicated on the agenda.

• Cape Coral Parkway 6‑Laning (presentation by Wendy Williams, Principal Engineer)
• FY 2024 Road Resurfacing Update (Kevin Smith, Senior Project Manager, D & C)
• Mobility Fee Implementation (Laura Dodd, Principal Planner)
• Speed Limit Reductions for Major Roads (Laura Dodd, Principal Planner)
• Citywide Wayfinding Conceptual (Laura Dodd, Principal Planner)

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will conduct three items on September 17, 2024: a withdrawn application (Case# VAR24-000003), a rezoning application (Case# RZN24-000004) for 1011 SW 4th Ter. submitted by Synergy Homes LLC, and a health‑system application (Case# VAC24-000003) for 2504 SW 4th Pl. submitted by Lee Memorial Health System. The board will set the next hearing date for October 1, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. and then adjourn.

• Withdrawn by applicant – Case# VAR24-000003 (continued from 8/20/24 hearing)
• Rezoning – Case# RZN24-000004, address 1011 SW 4th Ter., applicant Synergy Homes LLC
• Health‑system application – Case# VAC24-000003, address 2504 SW 4th Pl., applicant Lee Memorial Health System
• Next hearing scheduled for Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. in Council Chambers
• Adjournment of the hearing session

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Governing Board is meeting to discuss school policies and federal funding. The board will consider an amended master lease agreement between the City of Cape Coral and the Charter School Authority.

• Second Amended Master Lease Agreement for all charter schools and facilities
• FDOE Title IV Part A Federal Program funds: Oasis Elementary North ($15,983.72), Oasis Elementary South ($17,222.40), Oasis Middle School ($16,535.57), and Oasis High School ($12,219.37)
• Approval of teachers out of field for school year 2024-2025
• Updates to 23 NEOLA policies

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will conduct first public hearings on Ordinance 59-24, which sets ad valorem tax rates of 5.2188 mills and 0.1791 mills for debt service, and on Ordinance 60-24, which adopts the operating, revenue, expenditure, and capital budget for Fiscal Year 2025. Both items will have a second and final hearing on September 26, 2024. A 60‑minute citizen input period is also scheduled.

• Ordinance 59-24: ad valorem tax levy of 5.2188 mills ($5.2188 per $1,000) and 0.1791 mills ($0.1791 per $1,000) for debt service
• Ordinance 60-24: adoption of the FY 2025 operating, revenue, expenditure, and capital budget
• First public hearings held now; second and final hearings set for September 26, 2024
• Citizen input time limited to 60 minutes total, 3 minutes per individual
• Future meetings scheduled: special meeting Sep 18, 2024 at 3:00 p.m., regular meeting Sep 18, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.

Community Redevelopment Agency – Regular Meeting

The Community Redevelopment Agency will adopt the agenda, approve prior meeting minutes, and consider a consent agenda that includes a $281,473 staffing cost proposal with Stantec for design work on Palm Tree Boulevard. In new business the board will set public parking rates at The Cove garage, amend the FY 2024 budget, and discuss FY 2025 special event sponsorships, approving several $4,225‑$10,000 sponsorships for upcoming community events.

• Approve Staffing Cost Proposal (Resolution 13‑24) with Stantec Consulting Services, not to exceed $281,473, for design of access management, curbing, irrigation, landscaping, and median deficiencies along Palm Tree Blvd from Country Club Blvd to Wildwood Pkwy.
• Set public parking rates for The Cove at 47th Parking Garage (Resolution 11‑24).
• Amend FY 2024 CRA budget (Resolution 12‑24).
• Discuss FY 2025 special event sponsorships and approve sponsorships ranging $4,225‑$10,000 for events such as Holiday Festival of Lights, 40th Annual Art Festival, Chili Cook Off, Pride Cape Coral, Concert in the Park, Veterans Day Parade, Music & Art Fusion Walk, Holiday Boat A‑Long, and New Year’s Eve Celebration.
• Approve minutes from the July 31 regular meeting and the August 7 special meeting.

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will approve the minutes from its July 10, 2024 meeting, hear a report from City Auditor Russel on the September 2024 audit update, and accept public input. The committee will also set the date for its next meeting on November 13, 2024.

• Approval of July 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• City Auditor's Office Update Report – September 2024
• Public input from community members
• Scheduling of next meeting for November 13, 2024
• Motion to adjourn

Committee of the Whole

The Cape Coral Committee of the Whole will discuss several proposals, including term sheets for new agreements with the Cape Coral Historical Society and the Cultural Park Theatre Company, updates to the Recovery and Resilience Strategic Plan, capital improvements for Coral Oaks Golf Course, a charter school lease, an evacuation route study, the FY 2025 millage rate, and a follow‑up on the city attorney contract. No decisions are recorded; the meeting is for discussion and public input.

• Proposed term sheet with Cape Coral Historical Society, Inc. for operation of the Cape Coral Historical Museum at Cultural Park
• Proposed term sheet with Cultural Park Theatre Company, Inc. for operation of the Cultural Park Theatre Building at Cultural Park
• Coral Oaks Golf Course capital improvements presentation
• Charter school lease discussion
• FY 2025 millage rate discussion

City Council – Regular Meeting

The council will vote on a consent agenda that includes a $9,222.60 five‑year lease for a mail machine, multiple utility equipment purchases totaling over $580,000, a $3.735 M construction contract for the Chiquita Lock removal and seawall restoration, and a $4.02 M state infrastructure grant for the Victory Park development. New business includes approval of a speed‑camera system for school zones and several zoning and land‑use ordinance changes. Public hearings will be scheduled for plat vacations and a lease amendment for the Sun Splash Waterpark.

• Resolution 287-24: $3,735,139.36 contract with Wright Construction for Chiquita Lock removal and seawall restoration (Phase 2)
• Resolution 294-24: $4,020,401 Florida Job Growth Infrastructure Grant for public right‑of‑way and infrastructure at NE 24th Ave and Diplomat Pkwy (Victory Park)
• Resolution 276-24: $229,821.20 single‑source purchase of Gorman Rupp pumps and related parts from Tencarva d/b/a Hudson Pump and Equipment
• Ordinance 55-24: Amend Future Land Use Map to change 723 Nelson Road from Commercial Activity Center to Commercial/Professional
• Resolution 214-24: Approve agreement with RedSpeed Florida for speed‑detection camera system in school zones

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council is deciding on several professional service contracts and a final replat for development. The meeting includes public hearings to establish non-ad valorem assessment rates and user fees for city services for the 2024-2025 fiscal year.

• Contract for Southwest Water Reclamation Facility upgrades and raw water main replacement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. not to exceed $5,958,249.25
• Annual $314,200 subscription for a pavement management system via the City of Dunedin
• Fiscal Year 2024-2025 assessment rolls and rates for lot mowing, solid waste, fire protection, and stormwater user fees
• Final Replat for The Cove at 47th Development located between Cape Coral Pkwy E and SE 47th Ter
• License Agreement with Sun Broadcasting, Inc. to plant American flags at Bernice Braden Park

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will consider several consent‑agenda items, including a $346,392 annual school crossing guard contract amendment and purchases for a future stormwater pond. Public hearings will address an ordinance that raises total city revenues and expenditures by $55,939,470 and other land‑use and transportation measures. The meeting also includes an incentive participation agreement and various contract amendments for public works projects.

• Resolution 256-24: Amend crossing guard contract, hourly rate $28.30, estimated $346,392 annually (Police Department).
• Resolution 257-24: Amend Volkert agreement for traffic count services, not to exceed $91,303 (Public Works).
• Resolution 258-24: Amend Kisinger Campo & Associates for traffic signal CEI services, not to exceed $193,925 (Public Works).
• Resolution 262-24: Purchase 1516 NE 24th Avenue for $80,000 plus up to $2,500 closing costs ($82,500 total) for a future stormwater pond (Public Works/Real Estate).
• Ordinance 54-24: Amend budget to increase total revenues and expenditures by $55,939,470.

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The Transportation Advisory Commission will consider the Median Maintenance Contracts presented by City Arborist Omar Leon. The meeting also includes updates on Hurricane Ian signage and signals, the Interactive Growth Model Phase II, the Roundabout Planning Study, and the SR 78 Project Development and Environmental Study. Public input is scheduled for three minutes per individual. The next meeting is set for September 18, 2024.

• Median Maintenance Contracts (presented by Omar Leon, City Arborist)
• Hurricane Ian Update – signs and signals (presented by Wendy Williams and Pimolmas Tan, Principal Engineers)
• Interactive Growth Model Phase II update (Laura Dodd, Principal Planner)
• Roundabout Planning Study update (Laura Dodd, Principal Planner)
• SR 78 Project Development and Environmental Study update (Laura Dodd, Principal Planner)

City Council – Budget Workshop

The Cape Coral City Council will continue its FY25 budget discussion, reviewing proposed expenditures for the upcoming fiscal year. Council members will hear up to 60 minutes of citizen input on budget matters. The meeting also schedules the next regular council session for August 21, 2024.

• FY25 Budget Discussion continued
• Citizens input time (up to 60 minutes) on budget matters

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will conduct hearings on two rezoning applications and one variance. Applicants are the City of Cape Coral, Synergy Homes LLC, and Jason Foskey. Participants may present evidence and arguments, and the examiner will rule or recommend based on staff reports. The next hearing is set for September 17, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

• Rezoning case RZN24-000006 for 503‑659 NE 7th Pl. (City of Cape Coral)
• Rezoning case RZN24-000004 for 1011 SW 4th Ter. (Synergy Homes LLC)
• Variance case VAR24-000003 (address exempt per FS 119.0715K) (Jason Foskey)
• Public hearing procedures and presentation time limits outlined
• Next hearing scheduled for September 17, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Governing Board is meeting to review personnel recommendations and multiple NEOLA policy updates. The board will also consider a budget amendment and a new master lease agreement between the City of Cape Coral and the school authority.

• Second Amended Master Lease Agreement for All Charter Schools and Facilities
• FY 2024 Oasis Charter Schools Budget Amendment #1
• Personnel recommendations for SY 2024-2025 including new hires, promotions, and transfers
• Request to hire an additional school bus driver for FY25
• Updates to NEOLA policies including sections 6320, 7540, 8410, and others

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will meet on August 13, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. to consider the evaluation and contract for the City Attorney. A 60‑minute Citizens Input period is scheduled, allowing three minutes per speaker. The agenda also notes upcoming budget workshop dates for August 13 and August 20, and the next regular council meeting on August 21.

• City Attorney Evaluation and Contract

City Council – Budget Workshop

The Cape Coral City Council will hold a budget workshop to continue discussion of the FY25 budget. Council members will hear up to 60 minutes of citizen input, with each speaker limited to three minutes. The council may schedule an additional workshop on August 20, 2024, and a regular council meeting on August 21, 2024.

• FY25 Budget Discussion continued (staff presentation)
• Citizens input time – up to 60 minutes total, 3 minutes per speaker
• Potential additional budget workshop on August 20, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.
• Regular City Council meeting on August 21, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.

Community Redevelopment Agency – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency will consider two resolutions. One approves an interlocal agreement for the agency to participate in the city's purchase of property in the eastern Bimini Basin District. The other approves the agency's payment of $5,395,643 to the city toward buying the former Cape Coral Golf Club.

• CRA Resolution 9-24 – Approve interlocal agreement for purchase of eastern Bimini Basin District property
• CRA Resolution 10-24 – Approve CRA payment of $5,395,643 to the City for the former Cape Coral Golf Club purchase
• Public input period for residents to comment on agenda items
• Schedule next CRA meeting for September 11, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. in Council Chambers

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on three ordinances. Ordinance 56-24 would amend the Marine Improvements section of the Land Development Code to change rules for boat canopies and sun shelters. Ordinance 55-24 would rezone the property at 723 Nelson Road from Commercial Activity Center to Commercial/Professional in the Future Land Use Map. Ordinance 57-24 would rezone the northeast corner of Santa Barbara Boulevard North and Kismet Parkway from Single‑Family/Multi‑Family to Commercial/Professional.

• Ordinance 56-24 – amendment to Article 5, Section 5.4.7 (boat canopies) of the Land Development Code.
• Ordinance 55-24 – change Future Land Use Map for 723 Nelson Road (Block 2553B, Unit 37) from Commercial Activity Center to Commercial/Professional.
• Ordinance 57-24 – change Future Land Use Map for northeast corner of Santa Barbara Blvd N & Kismet Parkway (Block 2297B, Unit 36) from Single‑Family/Multi‑Family to Commercial/Professional.

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes several major contracts and land acquisitions. Key items are the approval of a $40,279,504 purchase of 43 parcels for future development and a $10,455,000 purchase of the former Golf Club property. The council will also adopt a $111,025.70 amendment for fire‑department training facility design services and a $600,000 temporary personnel services contract. A public hearing will be scheduled for a proposed $18,081,607 public‑private partnership for the Jaycee Park Improvement Project.

• Resolution 235-24: Purchase of 43 parcels (~18.73 acres) for $40,279,504 (debt funded)
• Resolution 260-24: Purchase of 4003 Palm Tree Boulevard (~175 acres) for $10,455,000 (funded by CRA, General Fund, Stormwater)
• Resolution 185-24: Purchase of 2314 NE 21st Terrace for $49,000 for a future boat ramp site
• Resolution 191-24: Amendment #2 to fire department training facility design services, up to $111,025.70
• Resolution 211-24: Award of temporary personnel services contracts totaling $600,000 annually

City Council – Budget Workshop

The Cape Coral City Council will discuss the FY25 budget during a workshop on August 6, 2024. Citizens may address the council for up to 60 minutes, with a limit of three minutes per speaker. The council will also set the date and time for its next regular meeting on August 7, 2024.

• FY25 Budget Discussion – presentation (attachments FY25 Budget Discussion.html, Budget Workshop presentation.pdf, Updated Budget Workshop presentation - 82.pdf)
• Citizen input time – maximum 60 minutes total, 3 minutes per individual
• Schedule next regular council meeting for Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will hear arguments on three zoning cases: a variance for 921 Dolphin Dr., a variance for 849 Montclaire Court, and a variance for 1645 Edith Esplanade. The Examiner will rule on the applications based on staff reports and evidence presented.

• Case VAC23-000018: 921 Dolphin Dr.
• Case VAC24-000005: 849 Montclaire Court.
• Case VAC24-000006: 1645 Edith Esplanade
• Next hearings scheduled for August 20, 2024
• Procedural rules for evidentiary hearings established

Community Redevelopment Agency – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency will consider and vote on the CRA Resolution 8‑24 update and approve the FY 2025‑2029 proposed budget. The meeting also includes routine items such as adopting the agenda, approving May 8 2024 minutes, and informational staff reports on the new CRA Project Manager and project status.

• Adoption of agenda
• Approval of May 8 2024 meeting minutes
• CRA Resolution 8‑24 update and approval of FY 2025‑2029 proposed budget
• Introduction of CRA Project Manager (information only)
• CRA Project Report (information only)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the city's Solid Waste Collection Request for Proposal, consider moratoriums on car washes and self‑storage facilities, review proposals for Accessory Dwelling Units, and receive presentations from The Segal Company on total compensation studies for the police and fire departments. No formal decisions are indicated; the meeting is for discussion and public input.

• Solid Waste Collection Request for Proposal (RFP) discussion
• Car Wash/Self Storage Moratoriums discussion
• Accessory Dwelling Units discussion
• Police total compensation study presentation by The Segal Company
• Fire total compensation study presentation by The Segal Company

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council is meeting to vote on a comprehensive plan amendment for a new land use classification and hold public hearings on several FY25 service rates and millage rates. The body will also consider various infrastructure contracts and a development agreement for the Cape Coral Grove project.

• Ordinance 27-24 to create the Mixed Use Ten (MUX) Future Land Use Map classification
• Contract for traffic signal construction at Del Prado Boulevard North and Averill Boulevard for $2,069,329.82
• Proposed FY25 millage rates of 5.3126 mills for general operations and .1791 mills for Parks voted debt service
• Professional design contract for City Sidewalks with Q. Grady Minor and Associates, LLC for $913,421.09
• Development Agreement for 'Cape Coral Grove' mixed-use project on 131 acres on SW Pine Island Road

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The commission will receive updates on the Median Beautification Policy, Hurricane Ian recovery (street signs and traffic signals), multimodal project progress, the Evacuation Route Study, and the SR‑78 PD&E project. Additional presentations include the MPO Safe Streets for All preliminary findings and an educational overview of Long Range Transportation Plan amendments. Public input will be accepted for three minutes per speaker.

• Median Beautification Policy Update (presented by City Arborist Omar Leon)
• Hurricane Ian Update – street signs (presented by Principal Engineer Wendy Williams)
• Hurricane Ian Update – traffic signals (presented by Principal Engineer Pimolmas Tan)
• SR‑78 PD&E Update (presented by Principal Planner Laura Dodd)
• MPO Study Update – Safe Streets for All preliminary findings (presented by Carmen Monroy, Stantec)

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will vote to approve the minutes from its April 11, 2024 meeting. It will also hold a discussion on regulatory incentives labeled C, E, F, G, and H. The next meeting is scheduled for October 3, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.

• Approval of April 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of regulatory incentives C, E, F, G, and H
• Scheduling of next meeting for October 3, 2024

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will consider a consent agenda that authorizes numerous contracts, renewals and amendments across utilities, public works, police and capital projects. The agenda includes a $7,316,186.96 amendment for the final design of the Yacht Club Community Center, as well as other utility and infrastructure contracts. All items are presented for approval by the council.

• Amendment #4 to agreement with Kimley Horn and Associates for Yacht Club Community Center design – not‑to‑exceed $7,316,186.96 (Governmental Capital Project Fund)
• Award bid #BUT2490KR to ZEP Construction for Weir 16 and 17 improvements – total $1,876,839.30 (Water and Sewer Fund)
• Renewal #3 and amendment #3 to Odyssey Manufacturing contract for sodium hypochlorite – unit price $1.32/gal, estimated annual cost $1,832,160 (Water and Sewer Fund)
• Amending Resolution 131-23 to increase CLARIFLOC SE‑714 purchase to $410,000 annually (Water & Sewer)
• Award contract #QPW24131KMR to P&T Lawn and Tractor Services for Vincennes Boulevard Landscape Improvement – $130,866.73 (General Fund)

Hearing Examiner

The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner will conduct hearings on three applications. The cases are VAR24-000002 for 813 NE 7th St. (applicant Gary Keller), VAC23-000019 for 5360 Mikado Ct. (applicant Eric Token), and VAC24-000002 for 310 NE 2nd Pl. (applicant Jasmin Lemon). The examiner will consider staff recommendations and any public comments before making a recommendation or decision. The next hearing date is set for August 6, 2024.

• Case VAR24-000002 – 813 NE 7th St. – Applicant: Gary Keller
• Case VAC23-000019 – 5360 Mikado Ct. – Applicant: Eric Token
• Case VAC24-000002 – 310 NE 2nd Pl. – Applicant: Jasmin Lemon

Audit Committee

The committee is scheduled to review and approve the FY25 Strategic and Annual Audit Plan. The meeting also includes an update report from the City Auditor's Office.

• Approval of the City Auditor's Proposed FY25 Strategic and Annual Audit Plan
• City Auditor's Office Update Report from City Auditor Russell
• Approval of May 8, 2024, meeting minutes