Cape Coral public meetings in 2025

Youth Council – Regular Meeting

The Youth Council will meet to review a quarterly report and discuss various community initiatives. The body will also hold discussions regarding the 2026 application process and awards program.

• Discussion of Youth Council 2026 Application and Awards Program
• Review of the Youth Council Quarterly Report dated 12.10.2025
• Updates on the School Reach Out Project at Cape High
• Discussion on the Adopt-a-Road program
• Planning for the Cape Coral Science Water Ways Science event on 2.7.2026

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss Jaycee Park and surplus property while deciding on several consent agenda items. These include various infrastructure projects, public safety equipment purchases, and environmental maintenance contracts.

• Estimated $1,125,040 annual contract with Aquatic Control Group, Inc. for mechanical aquatic vegetation harvesting
• Award of $469,210 to Bayside Dredging, LLC for the Red Fish Point dredging project
• Purchase of Glock 9mm pistols and holsters from Lawmen’s & Shooter’s Supply, Inc. for $228,125
• Annual $417,545.71 contract with Tony’s Lawn and Landscaping, LLC for facilities greenspace maintenance
• Approval of a $8,000 grant from the Lee County Tourist Development Council for attractions marketing

The City Council approved a change order of $647,720.39 to cover site preparation and roof work for the Jaycee Park Bistro and voted to issue a request for proposals for a new concessionaire. The agenda was adopted unanimously. The Council also directed the City Manager to disseminate Lee County’s Property Fraud Alert to residents and to begin a review of surplus properties for possible sale.

• Authorized Change Order $647,720.39 for Jaycee Park Bistro (8-0)
• Approved issuance of RFP for a concessionaire to operate the Bistro (8-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda as presented (8-0)
• Directed City Manager to disseminate Lee County Property Fraud Alert to residents
• Directed staff to review surplus properties for potential sale

City Council – Special Meeting

The council will hold a discussion on the city charter referendum and on amendment proposals from the Charter Review Commission. No formal vote is scheduled; the meeting provides a public hearing period for citizens to comment on city government matters.

• Charter referendum discussion (CC2025029.pdf)
• Charter Review Commission amendment proposals (PDF)
• Citizen input time – up to 60 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker
• Scheduling of next regular council meeting for Dec 10, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.
• Agenda documents available at City Hall and online after 4:00 PM Thursday prior

The Cape Coral City Council achieved a supermajority to advance several Charter Review Commission proposals. Items 4.02 (district residency requirement), 4.05 (candidate qualifications and filing fees), and 4.06 (Mayor powers and Mayor Pro Tempore election) were each moved forward to the City Attorney for draft language. The Council approved these moves without objection.

• Move Charter Amendment 4.02 (district residency requirement) to City Attorney (7‑1 yes)
• Move Charter Amendment 4.05 (candidate qualifications and filing fees) to City Attorney (8‑0 yes)
• Move Charter Amendment 4.06 (Mayor powers and Mayor Pro Tempore election) to City Attorney (8‑0 yes)

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board will adopt the agenda, approve the November 18, 2025 meeting minutes, and allocate a $48,661.60 TAPS grant for school safety. It will also consider a recommendation to revise Chapter 26 of the city code and appoint a Chair and Vice Chair. A 45‑minute citizen input period is scheduled.

• CSA Resolution 35-25: acceptance of a $48,661.60 TAPS safety and security grant
• CSA Resolution 36-25: recommendation to revise Chapter 26 of the City of Cape Coral Code of Ordinances
• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair for the Board
• Approval of Charter School Authority Governing Board minutes from November 18, 2025
• 45‑minute citizen input time (3 minutes per individual)

The governing board approved an equipment proposal costing $268,243.30. It also accepted a $48,661.60 state grant and adopted two resolutions recommending ordinance changes. Members reappointed Chair Jackson and appointed Mykisha Atisele as Vice Chair. All motions passed by voice vote with unanimous ayes.

• Approved equipment proposal $268,243.30 (voice poll all ayes)
• Approved CSA Resolution 35-25 accepting $48,661.60 grant (voice poll all ayes)
• Approved CSA Resolution 36-25 recommending code revisions (voice poll all ayes)
• Adopted agenda as amended (voice poll all ayes)
• Approved minutes from November 18, 2025 meeting (voice poll all ayes)
• Reappointed Jackson as Chair (voice poll all ayes)
• Appointed Mykisha Atisele as Vice Chair (voice poll all ayes)

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will vote on a series of resolutions, including a $3,205,679 amendment to the design contract for the North 3 Utilities Extension, an emergency $529,945.50 purchase of a 500 kW generator for Oasis Charter School, and several license agreements, grant awards, and contract approvals. These actions cover public works, parks and recreation, housing, police, and city‑wide infrastructure projects.

• Amendment No. 1 to Contract No. RCP2379JM for North 3 Utilities Extension – $3,205,679 added, raising total to $17,320,301 (Public Works)
• Emergency purchase order for a 500 kW generator for Oasis Charter School – $504,710 plus $25,235.50 contingency (Public Works)
• License Agreement for Seahawk Airfield at Festival Park, property 1030 NW 28th Street – 10‑year term with two 5‑year options (Parks and Recreation)
• Contract with Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission for Smalltooth Sawfish study – $170,000 (Public Works)
• Award of ammunition purchase contract to Florida Bullet, Inc., SSD International, Inc., and G T Distributors, Inc. – $175,000 (Police)

The Cape Coral City Council approved multiple resolutions, including an emergency generator purchase for the charter school, several license agreements, and several contracts for public works and police needs. The most significant action was the amendment to Contract No. RCP2379JM, adding $3,205,679 and raising the project’s total cost to $17,320,301. All listed items were approved without recorded dissent.

• Approved emergency purchase order to GenServe, LLC for a 500 kW generator for the charter school ($504,71 O)
• Approved License Agreement for Seahawk Airfield at Festival Park (1030 NW 28th Street)
• Approved contract with Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to evaluate Smalltooth Sawfish ($170,000)
• Approved License Agreement with ATC Sequoia, LLC for communication tower use (801 SE 27th Street)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Contract No. RCP2379JM, adding $3,205,679 to the North 3 Utilities Extension Project
• Authorized subrecipient and sponsor agreements for the 2023‑2024 State Housing Initiatives Partnership Grant ($626,368)
• Approved purchase of ammunition for the police department ($175,000)
• Approved contract for a dredge machine and tender barge for canal dredging ($599,710)

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to approve minutes from November 5, 2025, and elect a new chair and vice chair. No public hearings are scheduled for this session.

• Approval of November 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Citizens input time (30 minutes)
• Future meeting scheduled for January 7, 2026

The Planning & Zoning Commission adopted the agenda and approved the November 5 minutes unanimously. Commissioners appointed Apking as Chair and Senatore as Vice Chair, each with a 7‑0 vote. A regular meeting was scheduled for January 7, 2026, and the session adjourned at 9:19 a.m.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous voice poll)
• Approved November 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice poll)
• Appointed Commissioner Apking as Chair (7‑0)
• Appointed Commissioner Senatore as Vice Chair (7‑0)
• Scheduled regular meeting for Jan 7 2026 (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:19 a.m. (no vote recorded)

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The Transportation Advisory Commission will discuss several city infrastructure plans, including road resurfacing, curbing, and street lighting. The body will also receive updates on the SR-78 project and the MPO.

• Road Resurfacing and Preservation Plan
• FY26-FY31 Access Management Projects
• City-Performed Curbing Plan
• Street Light Installation and Maintenance 5-year Plan
• SR-78 Project Development and Environment Update

The commission adopted the meeting agenda as amended and approved the October 8, 2025 minutes. Commissioners appointed Joe Kilraine as Chair and Bill Steinke as Vice Chair. The 2026 meeting schedule was approved. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Adopt agenda as amended (voice poll unanimous)
• Approve October 8, 2025 minutes (voice poll unanimous)
• Appoint Joe Kilraine as Chair (5-0 vote)
• Appoint Bill Steinke as Vice Chair(5-0 vote)
• Approve 2026 meeting schedule(5-0 vote)

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will review several public works contracts and grant acceptances. Key items include a disaster shelter study and various park improvements.

• Contract with Ohlson Lavoie Corporation for Community Recreation Center and Disaster Shelter Study not to exceed $2,532,398.39
• Amendment for Festival Park construction services with Burke Construction Group, Inc. for $1,389,278.76
• Contract with AIM Engineering & Surveying, Inc. for Weir 2, 8 and 13 replacement program for $837,862.84
• Award to Sport Surfaces, LLC for Veteran’s Park Tennis Courts project in the amount of $408,186
• Industrial lease for office and warehouse space at 847-905 SE 9th Terrace, Unit G, not to exceed $280,500.84

The Cape Coral City Council adopted a series of contracts and agreements, most notably a $2,532,398.39 contract for a Community Recreation Center and Disaster Shelter Study. Other approvals included a $1,389,278.76 amendment for Festival Park construction, a $408,186 contract for Veteran’s Park tennis courts, and a $837,862.84 contract for Weir Replacement. All listed resolutions were approved by an 8‑0 vote.

• Approved $2.53 M Community Recreation Center and Disaster Shelter Study (8-0)
• Approved $1.39 M amendment to Festival Park construction contract (8-0)
• Approved $408,186 contract for Veteran’s Park tennis courts (8-0)
• Approved $837,862.84 contract for Weir 2, 8 and 13 replacement (8-0)
• Approved $6,100 USTA grant for The Courts (8-0)
• Approved cancellation of $147,609 Parks and Recreation Access Control contract (8-0)
• Approved Uniform Collection Agreements for North 1 East irrigation, wastewater and potable water improvements (8-0)
• Approved Industrial Lease with R&R Engineering Properties up to $280,500.84 (8-0)

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will adopt its agenda, approve the minutes from the August 27, 2025 meeting, and consider the proposed 2026 audit committee meeting schedule. The committee will also receive an update report from City Auditor Russell and allow time for citizen input.

• Approval of August 27, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of 2026 proposed Audit Committee meeting schedule
• City Auditor’s Office Update Report presented by Auditor Russell
• Citizens input time
• Changes to agenda / adoption of agenda

The Committee adopted its agenda and approved the August 27, 2025 meeting minutes, each by unanimous voice vote. The primary action was the approval of the proposed 2026 meeting schedule, also by unanimous voice vote. The next Audit Committee meeting is set for February 9, 2026.

• Adopted agenda (voice vote, all ayes)
• Approved August 27, 2025 minutes (voice vote, all ayes)
• Approved 2026 meeting schedule (voice vote, all ayes)

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board will consider resolutions to award a landscaping contract, purchase two school buses, and authorize Title II funding and employee bonuses. The meeting will also include citizen input and reports from the superintendent and city manager.

• Award landscaping contract to Grow Care Outdoor Solutions, LLC for $157,658.17
• Approve purchase of two 77-passenger school buses for $317,224
• Authorize Title II, Part A funding for educator recruitment and development
• Authorize holiday bonuses for Oasis Charter School employees
• Amend add pay list for Charter School Authority employees

The governing board approved the minutes from the October 14 meeting and adopted the agenda. It authorized a $157,658.17 landscaping contract, a $317,224 purchase of two school buses, receipt of Title II grant funding, additional employee pay positions, and $430,600 in holiday bonuses for staff. All items passed by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved minutes of Oct. 14, 2025 meeting (all ayes)
• Adopted agenda as presented (all ayes)
• Approved CSA Resolution 27-25: $157,658.17 landscaping contract with Grow Care Outdoor Solutions (all ayes)
• Approved CSA Resolution 30-25: $317,224 purchase of two 77‑passenger buses from Sunstate International Trucks (all ayes)
• Approved CSA Resolution 31-25: receipt of Title II, Part A grant for educator recruitment and development (all ayes)
• Approved CSA Resolution 34-25: added pay‑compensation positions for staff with extra duties (all ayes)
• Approved CSA Resolution 33-25: holiday bonuses $1,500 for certified educators, $1,000 for support staff, total $430,600 (all ayes)

Appeal of Decisions

The Cape Coral Board will consider two appeals during the Appeal of Decisions meeting on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 1:00 PM. The appeals are APL25-000001 for 5023 SW 13th Ave and APL25-000012 for 1201 NW 34th Ave. The meeting is held at the Public Works Operations Center, 815 Nicholas Parkway East, Cape Coral, FL 33990.

• Appeal APL25-000001 concerning 5023 SW 13th Ave
• Appeal APL25-000012 concerning 1201 NW 34th Ave
• Date and time of next appeals: to be determined

Youth Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Youth Council meeting on November 14, 2025 will include a guest speaker presentation by Crystal Maldonado, a discussion of the council's quarterly report, and updates on several projects such as the Junior Project, Senior Project, School Reach Out Project, and Adopt‑a‑Road. The council will also hear citizen input, review the 2026 meeting calendar, and consider a Love Locks discussion. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Guest speaker: Crystal Maldonado – Scholarship Coordinator, FutureMakers Coalition
• Quarterly Report discussion
• Junior Project presentation
• Senior Project presentation
• Adopt‑a‑Road discussion

Community Redevelopment Agency – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency will vote on a contract worth $739,530 to fund the Country Club Boulevard median beautification project. The board will also approve three Demolition Assistance Grant awards totaling $153,900 to private owners and trusts. Additional agenda items include amending the demolition grant program, appointing a new chair and vice chair, and discussing parking lot and commercial vehicle parking issues.

• Award contract (Bid No. BCR25146MR) to Visualscape, Inc. for Country Club Blvd median beautification ($704,314.50 contract plus $35,215.73 contingency, total $739,530.23)
• Approve $100,000 Demolition Assistance Grant to Cape Gateway, LLC
• Approve $23,725 Demolition Assistance Grant to Bill M. Powell Revocable Trust and Marjorie Hope Powell Revocable Trust
• Approve $30,175 Demolition Assistance Grant to Marjorie Powell, Trustee of BPMP Consulting, Inc.
• Appointment of new Chair and Vice Chair for the CRA (and discussion of 2026 meeting schedule and parking issues)

The agency approved its consent agenda, which included a $704,314.50 median beautification contract and several demolition assistance grants. Commissioners elected Commissioner Lastra as Chair and Commissioner Kilraine as Vice Chair for one‑year terms. The board also approved a recommendation to the City Council to adopt a phased removal of the unimproved parking lot exemption and to offer grant support (Option 2b and Option 3). The 2026 meeting schedule was adopted.

• Approved Consent Agenda, including $704,314.50 Country Club Blvd. Median Beautification contract (7-0)
• Approved $100,000 demolition grant to Cape Gateway, LLC (7-0)
• Approved $23,725 demolition grant to Bill M. Powell Revocable Trust (7-0)
• Approved $30,175 demolition grant to Marjorie Powell, BPMP Consulting (7-0)
• Approved Commissioner Lastra as Chair of CRA Board for one year (7-0)
• Approved Commissioner Kilraine as Vice Chair of CRA Board for one year (7-0)
• Approved recommendation to City Council for Option 2b (phased exemption removal) and Option 3 (grant program) on unimproved parking lot exemption (7-0)
• Approved 2026 CRA meeting schedule (7-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hold a series of discussions on city infrastructure, fee structures, and legislative updates. Key topics include the financial impact of state property tax proposals and potential charter referendum amendments.

• Jaycee Park Improvements - Phase II (Boat Slips)
• Proposed changes to the Land Development Code Fence Ordinance
• Building permit fees regarding private provider discounts
• Financial impacts of state proposals on property taxes
• Chapter 26 Charter School Authority amendments and charter referendum discussion

The City Council reached consensus on the preferred dock design (Version 5) and instructed staff to move forward with design and permitting for Phase II boat slips at Jaycee Park. Council members asked for analysis of view‑cone impacts and for a kayak slip to be included in the design options. Staff will bring back updated concept plans and visualizations for the waterfront entry.

• Directed staff to move forward with design and permitting for Jaycee Park Phase II boat slips (no vote recorded)
• Requested analysis of view‑cone loss when comparing dock concepts 4 and 5 (no vote recorded)
• Instructed staff to include a kayak slip in the design options (no vote recorded)
• Agreed to bring back updated concept plans and visuals of the waterfront entry with boat slips (no vote recorded)
• Noted that construction costs are not covered by the original contract; no budget amendment needed at this time (no vote recorded)
• Confirmed that design and permitting were included in the original Pennoni contract (no vote recorded)
• Recorded that Cape Coral voters approved a $60 million park expansion and $10,980,027 was allocated to Yacht Club improvements (prior decision)
• No formal vote or approval was taken on any agenda item during this meeting

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will consider a series of resolutions, including a $625,000 COPS grant for hiring five officers with a city match of $1,625,740, a $161,000 annual contract for polyacrylic acid antiscalant, land purchases for a master pump station and a stormwater pond, and a greenscape maintenance agreement for unimproved medians. The council will also adopt resolutions on salary schedule changes, a submerged lands lease modification, and other administrative items.

• Resolution 310-25: Accept $625,000 COPS grant and city match $1,625,740 for five police hires
• Resolution 309-25: Award contract to Amaya Solutions for polyacrylic acid antiscalant at $1.15 per pound, estimated $161,000 annually
• Resolution 317-25: Purchase lots at 1715 Tropicana Parkway West for $71,050 to build Master Pump Station No. 830
• Resolution 322-25: Approve greenscape landscape maintenance for unimproved medians with annual value $166,206.60
• Resolution 323-25: Purchase lots at 2353 NW 36th Avenue for $40,000 to construct a stormwater pond

The Cape Coral City Council adopted its agenda unanimously and made several key appointments, including Mayor Pro Tem and the Office Manager, all approved 7‑0. It also approved the list of council memberships and invoices. The council voted 6‑1 to adopt Resolution 313-25, rejecting the special magistrate’s recommendation and maintaining the denial of rezoning case RZN24-00005.

• Adopt agenda as presented (7-0)
• Appoint Councilmember Steinke as Mayor Pro Tem (7-0)
• Approve Mayor Gunter as Office Manager (7-0)
• Approve council memberships and invoices (7-0)
• Appoint Councilmember Lastra as AHAC Committee member (7-0)
• Appoint Councilmember Lehmann as Audit Committee voting member (7-0)
• Approve Resolution 313-25 rejecting special magistrate recommendation on rezoning (6-1)

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Planning and Zoning Commission will adopt the proposed 2026 meeting schedule. Commissioners will review applicant interviews for four regular and two alternate commissioner positions. A 30‑minute citizen input period is allotted, and the next meeting is set for December 3, 2025.

• Adopt proposed 2026 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting schedule (attachments CC2025218.pdf, PROPOSED - 2026 P&Z Meeting Schedule.pdf)
• Review applicant interviews for four regular and two alternate commissioners (e.g., Apking, Donald J.; Craig, Kevin J.; Dold, Raymond G.; Eldred, Gary M.; Estes, Edwin W.; Langenfeld, Charles; Lemieux, Renee; Moore, Dewayne; Schwarz, Jack A.; Severson, Daniel M.; Thomas-Fernandez, Judith; Lopez, Duane)
• Citizen input time limited to 30 minutes total, 3 minutes per individual
• No public hearing scheduled
• Future meeting scheduled for Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. in Council Chambers

The Planning & Zoning Commission adopted its agenda, approved the September 3 and October 22 meeting minutes, and adopted the proposed 2026 meeting schedule. It then voted 7‑0 to recommend Apking, Lemieux, Severson, and Schwartz for the four regular member positions and Craig and Langenfeld for the two alternate member positions. The commission noted it only makes recommendations to City Council, which has final authority on appointments. A regular meeting was scheduled for December 3, 2025.

• Adopted agenda as presented (no vote recorded)
• Approved September 3, 2025 regular meeting minutes (voice poll, all ayes)
• Approved October 22, 2025 special meeting minutes (voice poll, all ayes)
• Adopted proposed 2026 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting schedule (voice poll, all ayes)
• Recommended Apking, Lemieux, Severson, Schwartz as regular members (7-0)
• Recommended Craig and Langenfeld as alternate members (7-0)
• Scheduled next regular meeting for Dec 3, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.
• Adjourned meeting at 9:27 a.m.

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will review two applications: VAC25-000007 requesting to vacate 1,559 sq ft of canal right of way and 408 sq ft of platted easements at 909 Dolphin Drive, with staff recommending approval with conditions; and DEV25-000007 requesting a landscape deviation for 1429 NE 15th Ave, with staff recommending denial. Decisions will be made based on the staff reports and any evidence presented at the hearing. The next hearing is scheduled for December 2, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.

• VAC25-000007: Vacate 1,559 sq ft canal right of way and 408 sq ft easements at 909 Dolphin Dr – staff recommends approval with conditions
• DEV25-000007: Landscape deviation request for 1429 NE 15th Ave – staff recommends denial
• Next hearing scheduled for Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. in Council Chambers

The Hearing Examiner stated she would recommend the vacation request for 909 Dolphin Dr. be approved by City Council. No final council action was taken at this hearing. The Examiner also scheduled the next hearing for Dec 2, 2025 and the first 2026 hearing for Jan 13, 2026, and directed the clerk to post the 2026 calendar on the City website. No decision was made on the charter‑school landscape deviation; staff recommended denial.

• Recommended approval of vacation request for 909 Dolphin Dr. (VAC25-000007)
• No vote recorded for the vacation recommendation
• Scheduled next hearing for Dec 2, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.
• Scheduled first 2026 hearing for Jan 13, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.
• Clerk instructed to post 2026 calendar on City website
• No final decision made on charter‑school landscape deviation (DEV25-000007); staff recommended denial

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review a non‑bargaining total compensation study, consider Chapter 26 charter school authority amendments, evaluate a license agreement with Cape Coral R/Sea Hawks Inc., discuss the citywide banner program, and hold a discussion on the Burnt Store Road widening project, including its cost and funding. The meeting also includes time for citizen input and scheduling of future council meetings.

• Non‑Bargaining Total Compensation Study 2025
• Chapter 26 Charter School Authority Amendments
• Cape Coral R/Sea Hawks Inc. License Agreement
• Citywide Banner Program
• Burnt Store Road Widening Discussion – cost and funding

The Cape Coral City Council reached consensus to remove amendment 4.01 (Single Member Districts) and 4.12 (Judge of Qualifications) from further consideration. The council also moved the Chapter 26 Charter School Authority Amendments to the November 12 Committee of the Whole and placed the Charter Review Commission Recommendations at the top of the agenda. Council members agreed to obtain third‑party compensation data before the November 12 meeting to continue discussion of the remaining six charter items.

• Removed amendment 4.01 Single Member Districts from consideration (consensus)
• Removed amendment 4.12 Judge of Qualifications from consideration (consensus)
• Moved Item 2 Chapter 26 Charter School Authority Amendments to the November 12 COW (consensus, no objection)
• Moved Charter Review Commission Recommendations to the first agenda item (consensus, no objection)
• Agreed to seek outside third‑party compensation data for charter salary items (consensus)
• Set tentative Committee of the Whole dates: Jan 14, Feb 11, Feb 25 (provided by City Clerk)

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will conduct a special meeting to address routine business items, hear citizen input, and set the date and time for the next regular council meeting. No specific policy proposals, contracts, or rezoning actions are listed for decision at this meeting.

• City Auditor's Evaluation (Item 4)
• Citizens Input Time – up to 60 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker (Item 6)
• Time and Place of Future Meetings – regular meeting scheduled for Oct. 22, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. (Item 7)
• Motion to Adjourn (Item 8)

Councilmember Kilraine moved, and Councilmember Donnell seconded, a motion to implement a 7.12% salary increase for City Auditor Andrea Russell effective the first full pay period in October. The motion was amended to apply the full increase as recommended by the new non‑bargaining pay plan. All seven council members voted aye, and the motion carried 7‑0. The increase will be retroactive to October.

• Approved 7.12% salary increase for City Auditor Andrea Russell (7-0)
• Amended motion to apply full increase as recommended by new pay plan (7-0)
• Set effective date as first full pay period in October, retroactive to that time (7-0)

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council will review a wide range of utility projects, contracts, and a large-scale capital equipment budget for FY 2026. The meeting includes a public hearing on a rezoning request for a property on Bolado Parkway and a proposed economic incentive for a new hotel.

• Resolution 299-25: Budgeted FY 2026 capital equipment, vehicles, and facilities maintenance totaling $42,717,877
• Resolution 253-25: Economic incentive package of approximately $2,783,270 for a hotel at 1475 NE 8th Terrace
• Resolution 303-25: $1,709,163.80 contract with Ferreira Construction Co. for Alleyway Drainage Improvements
• Ordinance 54-25: Request to rezone 1.9959 acres at 2307 Bolado Parkway from Multi-Family Low to Professional
• Resolution 308-25: Adoption of a revised Building Permit Fee Schedule for New Construction and Miscellaneous fees

The Cape Coral City Council adopted a consent agenda that approved multiple resolutions, including a $2.78 million economic development incentive for a hotel project, a $42,717,877 FY 2026 capital equipment purchase plan, and several engineering and service contracts. All items were approved by a unanimous 7‑0 vote.

• Approved $376,694 staffing and cost proposal for Master I Pump Station relocation (Resolution 224‑25, 7‑0)
• Approved Watershed Master Plan (Resolution 273‑25, 7‑0)
• Approved $250,000 multi‑copier lease contract (Resolution 284‑25, 7‑0)
• Approved $309,830 engineering services for Northeast Reservoir compliance (Resolution 297‑25, 7‑0)
• Approved FY 2026 capital equipment, vehicles and related purchases totaling $42,717,877 (Resolution 299‑25, 7‑0)
• Approved $1,627,775.05 Alleyway Drainage Improvements contract with contingency $81,388.75 (Resolution 303‑25, 7‑0)
• Approved $363,525 staffing proposal for annual utility system reporting (Resolution 305‑25, 7‑0)
• Approved $2,783,270 economic development incentive for Continental 779 Fund hotel project (Resolution 253‑25, 7‑0)

Planning and Zoning Commission – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider four ordinances that amend the City’s Land Development Code. Ordinance 51-25 proposes changes to administrative plat approval procedures. Ordinance 55-25 revises the use hierarchy and permitted uses in the Mixed‑Use Seven Islands (MX7) district. Ordinance 56-25 updates sidewalk, alley, and right‑of‑way standards for the Institutional Zoning District. Ordinance 57-25 changes the Future Land Use Map for 1620 SE 46th Street from Multi‑Family to Downtown Mixed. The meeting also includes a citizen input period and schedules the next regular meeting for November 5, 2025.

• Ordinance 51-25 – LDC amendment for administrative plat approval (Sections 3.1.2, 3.1.3, 10.1.3, 10.1.5, 10.1.6)
• Ordinance 55-25 – LDC amendment to use hierarchy and permitted uses in MX7 Mixed‑Use District (Section 4.1.6, 4.2.14, 11.2)
• Ordinance 56-25 – LDC amendment for sidewalks, alleys, and right‑of‑way improvements in Institutional District (Section 5.1.8)
• Ordinance 57-25 – LDC amendment changing Future Land Use Map for 1620 SE 46th St from Multi‑Family to Downtown Mixed

The commission voted to adopt Ordinance 51-25, moving plat approval from the City Council to the Development Services Director (7‑0). It also approved Ordinance 55-25, updating the Mixed‑Use Seven Islands District (7‑0), Ordinance 56-25, allowing sidewalk waivers in the Institutional District (6‑1), and Ordinance 57-25, changing the Future Land Use Map for 1620 SE 46th Street to Downtown Mixed (4‑3). All public hearings had no speakers.

• Approved Ordinance 51-25 (administrative plat approval) – vote 7-0
• Approved Ordinance 55-25 (Mixed‑Use Seven Islands District changes) – vote 7-0
• Approved Ordinance 56-25 (sidewalk/alleys waiver authority) – vote 6-1
• Approved Ordinance 57-25 (Future Land Use Map change to Downtown Mixed) – vote 4-3

Committee of the Whole

The Cape Coral Committee of the Whole met on October 15, 2025 at 9:00 AM in the Council Chambers. Council members reviewed the FY26 Federal and State Legislative Platforms and related budget adjustments. Additional topics included the Fire Department Strategic Plan 2025‑2030, a two‑hour fire wall discussion, Chapter 29 Economic Development and Business Incentive Programs, the Yacht Club project, dredging updates, and a public utilities easement discussion. No formal motions or votes were listed on the agenda.

• FY26 Federal and State Legislative Platforms discussion
• Fire Department Strategic Plan 2025‑2030 review
• Two‑hour fire wall discussion
• Chapter 29 Economic Development and Business Incentive Programs
• Yacht Club project discussion

The council unanimously supported retaining Nick Matthews as the Southern State lobbyist, using Dane Eagle for executive priorities, and keeping Becker & Poliakoff as the Federal lobbyist. Council members also each agreed to include Key Initiatives Slide 10 #2 and #3 in the resolution to be taken to the legislative session. No other formal actions were recorded.

• Council members all gave a "good" rating to retain Nick Matthews as Southern State lobbyist
• Council members all gave a "good" rating to use Dane Eagle for Executive Priorities
• Council members all gave a "good" rating to keep Becker & Poliakoff as Federal lobbyist
• Council members each said yes/agreed to include Key Initiatives Slide 10 #2 and #3 in the upcoming resolution

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board will consider approving minutes from September and two resolutions: one for a $1,000 stipend for student-teaching and another to accept $63,635.31 in Title IV, Part A funding from the Florida Department of Education.

• Approval of September 9 and 16 Board minutes
• Resolution 28-25: Student teaching stipend of $1,000
• Resolution 29-25: Accept $63,635.31 in Title IV, Part A funding
• Citizens input time (45 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker)
• Future meeting scheduled for November 18, 2025

The governing board adopted the meeting agenda and approved prior meeting minutes. It approved CSA Resolution 28-25, adding $1,000 pay for student‑teaching positions. It also approved CSA Resolution 29-25, accepting a $63,635.31 grant from the Florida Department of Education to improve academic achievement at Oasis Charter Schools. All actions passed by voice vote with unanimous support.

• Adopted agenda as presented (voice poll: all ayes)
• Approved September 9, 2025 workshop minutes (voice poll: all ayes)
• Approved September 16, 2025 regular meeting minutes (voice poll: all ayes)
• Approved CSA Resolution 28-25: $1,000 student‑teaching stipend (voice poll: all ayes)
• Approved CSA Resolution 29-25: $63,635.31 grant for Oasis Charter Schools (voice poll: all ayes)

Youth Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Youth Council will review its quarterly report and discuss its strategic plan and initiatives. Members will receive updates on several projects, including the junior, senior, school outreach, love locks, and Trunk or Treat programs. A guest speaker, Colleen Timm, will address the council, and citizens will have a brief input period.

• Guest speaker: Colleen Timm, Executive Director of Academic and Student Services
• Quarterly Report discussion (Item #10.A)
• Strategic Plan/Initiatives discussion (Item #11.A)
• Junior Project update (Item #11.B)
• Trunk or Treat update (Item #11.H)

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission will review draft amendments regarding the mayor and city council, candidate qualifications, and council compensation. The body will also prioritize these recommendations and approve minutes from a previous meeting.

• Review draft amendments for mayor and city council
• Review draft amendments for candidate qualifications
• Review draft amendments for council and mayor compensation
• Review draft amendments for vacancies and forfeiture of office
• Prioritize Commission recommendations

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will discuss the City Council Staff Evaluations (document CC2025238.pdf). A 60‑minute citizen input period will be provided, with each speaker limited to three minutes. The Council also scheduled a Committee of the Whole meeting for October 15, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. in Council Chambers.

• City Council Staff Evaluations – CC2025238.pdf
• Citizen input time: 60 minutes total, 3 minutes per speaker
• Committee of the Whole scheduled for Oct 15, 2025, 9:00 a.m.
• Pledge of Civility at meeting start
• Pledge of Allegiance at meeting start

The Cape Coral City Council voted 7‑0 to approve a 7.25% salary increase for Connie Griglin, Lisa Williams, and James Kowaleski. The motion was moved by Councilmember Steinke and seconded by Councilmember Kaduk. The council also set dates for its next regular meeting and a Committee of the Whole. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved 7.25% pay increase for Connie Griglin, Lisa Williams, and James Kowaleski (7‑0)
• Scheduled regular City Council meeting for Oct 8, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.
• Scheduled Committee of the Whole meeting for Oct 15, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will consider a series of resolutions authorizing contracts and funding for infrastructure projects, including a $5.46 million exploratory well for the North Water Treatment Facilities. Other items include a $2.3 million VFD replacement at the North Reverse Osmosis Plant, a $250,000 bridge on Sands Boulevard, a $1.22 million storm‑drain amendment, and a $116,875 police grant for ballistic shields. The meeting also includes recognitions, appointment nominations, and routine approvals of minutes.

• Resolution 289-25: award contract to Youngquist Brothers for North Water Treatment Facilities Exploratory Well Installation and Testing, $5,459,724.42
• Resolution 283-25: award contract for North Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment Plant VFD Replacement, $2,300,550
• Resolution 286-25: pre‑authorization for construction of bridge on Sands Boulevard, up to $250,000
• Resolution 288-25: amendment to Hancock Bridge Parkway Storm Drain Improvement Project, additional $1,220,865
• Resolution 293-25: acceptance of $116,875 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for police ballistic shields

The council approved seven resolutions authorizing contracts totaling over $7 million, including a $5.46 million contract for a North Water Treatment exploratory well and a $2.3 million reverse‑osmosis plant upgrade. It also approved a $250,000 bridge repair, a $1.22 million storm‑drain amendment, and a $116,875 grant for police ballistic shields. Additionally, the council adopted an agenda amendment to memorialize the effective date for staff pay increases.

• Adopted agenda amendment to memorialize staff pay effective date (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 283-25: $2,300,500 contract for North Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment Plant VFD replacement (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 286-25: $250,000 contract for Sands Boulevard bridge construction (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 288-25: $1,220,865 amendment for Hancock Bridge Parkway storm‑drain improvement (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 289-25: $5,459,724.42 contract for North Water Treatment exploratory well (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 291-25: $1,615,000 amendment for Cape Coral Reservoir and Pipeline Project (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 292-25: Single‑source purchase of pumps $260k FY26, $270k FY27, $280k FY28 (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 293-25: $116,875 grant for police ballistic shields (8-0)

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The Transportation Advisory Commission will discuss a new Wayfinding Plan and provide updates on median landscaping and intersection improvements. The meeting also includes an update on the SR 78 PD and E and an educational session on speed limit establishment.

• Wayfinding Plan presentation by Principal Planner Laura Dodd
• Intersection improvements at Kismet Pkwy E. and NE 24th Ave.
• SR 78 PD and E update
• Established Median Landscaping Themes and projects update
• Educational discussion on how speed limits are established

The commission adopted the meeting agenda and approved the September 17 minutes by unanimous voice vote. Commissioners voted 5‑0 to recommend that the transportation matters be placed on the next Council of the Whole (COW) agenda for discussion. They also voted 5‑0 to stay the course and not introduce additional items before the Council. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopt agenda – unanimous voice vote (all ayes)
• Approve September 17 minutes – unanimous voice vote (all ayes)
• Recommend bringing transportation issues to the soonest COW agenda – 5-0
• Stay the course and not bring additional items before Council – 5-0
• Adjourn meeting – motion carried

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will consider a request from Linda Miller for a special exception. The applicant seeks to construct and operate a light industrial coffee roaster establishment.

• SPEX25-000005: Special exception request for a coffee roaster at 2621 SW Pine Island Rd, 2623 SW Pine Island Rd, 2631 SW Pine Island Rd, and 2616 Ceitus Pkwy

The Hearing Examiner granted the applicant a special exception for the coffee‑roasting facility at 2621‑2631 SW Pine Island Rd and 2616 Ceitus Pkwy. The approval includes Condition 6, requiring all roasters to have afterburners or comparable odor‑control equipment. No public comments were made, and the next hearing is set for November 4, 2025.

• Granted special exception for Pine Island coffee‑roasting project (with Condition 6)
• Added Condition 6 requiring afterburners or comparable odor‑control equipment

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will approve the July 31, 2025 meeting minutes and hear citizen input. It will discuss the 2025 Incentive Review and Recommendation Report and the related presentation topics for Council. The committee will also consider the proposed meeting schedule for 2026.

• Approval of July 31, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of the 2025 Incentive Review and Recommendation Report
• Presentation of the report to Council – discussion topics
• Consideration of the AHAC 2026 proposed meeting schedule
• Citizens input time

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee approved the meeting agenda and the July 31, 2025 minutes, both by unanimous voice vote. The committee adopted the 2025 Incentive Review and Recommendation Report and approved a November 19, 2025 date for Vice Chair Senatore to present the report to City Council. The committee also approved the proposed 2026 meeting schedule (February 26, April 9, July 29, October 1) by unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Approved July 31, 2025 minutes (all ayes)
• Adopted 2025 Incentive Review and Recommendation Report (all ayes)
• Approved November 19, 2025 date for report presentation to Council (all ayes)
• Approved 2026 proposed meeting schedule (all ayes)

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will consider Ordinance 42-25, which repeals the Roads Impact Fee and establishes a Mobility Fee structure as part of the city’s Mobility Plan. The council will also review the City of Cape Coral School Zone Speed Enforcement Annual Report and the City Manager’s First Amended Employment Agreement. A 60‑minute citizen input period is scheduled for public comments on these matters.

• Ordinance 42-25 – Mobility Plan and Fees, repealing Roads Impact Fee and creating Mobility Fees
• City of Cape Coral School Zone Speed Enforcement Annual Report
• City Manager’s First Amended Employment Agreement
• Citizens input time – up to 60 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker

The council debated Ordinance 42-25, which would replace the current roads impact fee with a new mobility fee featuring a 12.5% flat‑rate discount for the first four years. After discussion, the motion to adopt the ordinance was voted down, with five ayes and three nays, so the ordinance was not approved. No other actions were taken at this meeting.

• Motion to approve Ordinance 42-25 (new mobility fee schedule) failed 5-3

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will hold second and final public hearings on Ordinance 49-25, which sets the 2025 millage rate, and Ordinance 50-25, which adopts the operating and capital budget for fiscal year 2026. Council members will vote to adopt both ordinances after the hearings. A 60‑minute citizen input period is also scheduled.

• Ordinance 49-25: Millage rate of 5.2188 mills ($5.2188 per $1,000) and 0.1608 mills ($0.1608 per $1,000) for debt service on city bonds
• Ordinance 50-25: Adoption of the City of Cape Coral operating, revenue, expenditure, and capital budget for FY 2026
• Public hearing limits: 5 minutes for staff, 5 minutes for applicants, 3 minutes per resident, max 60 minutes total
• Citizens input time: up to 60 minutes total, 3 minutes per individual
• Next regular council meeting scheduled for October 8, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

The council adopted Ordinance 49-25, setting the operating millage rate at 5.1471 mills and the Parks General Obligation Bond rate at 0.1608 mills. The motion passed with seven ayes and one nay. The council also adopted Ordinance 50-25, establishing the FY2026 operating and capital budget at $1,434,847,653. That motion also passed with seven ayes and one nay.

• Adopted Ordinance 49-25 millage rates (5.1471 operating, 0.1608 parks) – vote 7-1
• Adopted Ordinance 50-25 FY2026 operating and capital budget of $1,434,847,653 – vote 7-1

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will approve and ratify two collective bargaining agreements with the Fraternal Order of Police for officers, sergeants, and lieutenants, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2028. The agreements total $7,099,379 for year 1 and $3,476,693 for year 2 for each unit, with a third‑year amount of $3,441,236. The council will also consider several contract and purchase resolutions, including a $313,454.30 roundabout acquisition, a $250,000 water‑treatment equipment purchase, a $160,800 ADA ramp project, a $161,958.30 median landscaping project, and a $564,980.98 corridor planning study.

• Resolution 280-25 – Ratify Police Officers & Sergeants collective bargaining agreement (total $7,099,379 year 1, $3,476,693 year 2, $3,441,236 year 3)
• Resolution 281-25 – Ratify Police Lieutenants collective bargaining agreement (same dollar amounts as officers/sergeants)
• Resolution 250-25 – Purchase of 739 Old Burnt Store Road North for roundabout, $313,454.30
• Resolution 266-25 – Sole‑source purchase of Hach water‑treatment equipment, $250,000 annual amount
• Resolution 271-25 – Cape Coral Parkway Corridor Planning Study contract with Kittelson & Associates, $564,980.98

The council approved the agenda and minutes from previous meetings. It adopted thirteen resolutions on the consent agenda, including land purchases, equipment contracts, and the ratification of collective bargaining agreements for police officers and lieutenants. A motion to reconsider Ordinance 42-25 was carried with a 7-1 vote.

• Adopted agenda (8-0)
• Approved minutes for August 27 and September 3 regular meetings (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution 250-25 – purchase of Lot 4, Block 4148 for roundabout ($313,454.30) (consent agenda)
• Approved Resolution 266-25 – sole‑source purchase of Hach water‑treatment equipment ($250,000) (consent agenda)
• Approved Resolution 269-25 – award to Dekora, LLC for ADA ramp improvements ($160,800) (consent agenda)
• Approved Resolution 280-25 – ratified collective bargaining agreement for police officers (Year 1 $7,099,379) (consent agenda)
• Approved Resolution 281-25 – ratified collective bargaining agreement for police lieutenants (Year 1 $7,099,379) (consent agenda)
• Reconsidered Ordinance 42-25 (motion carried 7-1)

City Council – Special Meeting

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and evaluate the City Manager. The session includes a designated time for citizens to provide input on city government matters.

• City Manager's Evaluation

The council decided to keep the Me‑Too clause in the City Manager's compensation contract for the upcoming year. They authorized the City Attorney to draft a revised compensation contract and will bring it back for future council approval. The motion passed unanimously, 8‑0.

• Retain Me‑Too clause in City Manager contract for one more year (8‑0)
• Authorize City Attorney to draft revised compensation contract (8‑0)
• Motion to negotiate contract and bring revised draft to future council meeting (8‑0)

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Transportation Advisory Commission will discuss the SR‑78 project development and environmental update, provide an MPO update, and review signal updates. It will also present the Transportation Capital Projects List and educational corridor planning studies. The meeting includes standard procedural items, citizen input time, and scheduling of the next meeting.

• SR‑78 Project Development and Environment Update
• Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Update
• Signal Updates
• Transportation Capital Projects List
• Corridor Planning Studies (Educational)

The Transportation Advisory Commission unanimously adopted the agenda for the September 17 meeting and approved the minutes from the August 20 meeting. No other formal votes were recorded; the remainder of the session consisted of presentations and discussions on capital projects, corridor studies, and signal updates. The next meeting is scheduled for October 8, 2025.

• Adopted agenda (voice poll unanimous)
• Approved August 20, 2025 minutes (voice poll unanimous)

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will review VAR25-000003, a variance request by Carlos A. and Gloria P. Roldan to increase the allowable floor area of a 400‑sq ft shed at 1201 NW 34th Avenue. City Planning staff have recommended denial of the request. The board will decide whether to grant the 200‑ft floor‑area variance.

• VAR25-000003: variance request for 1201 NW 34th Ave shed (400 sq ft) to increase floor area by 200 ft
• Applicant: Carlos A. and Gloria P. Roldan
• City Planning staff recommendation: denial
• Hearing scheduled 9:00 AM, September 16 2025, Council Chambers, 1015 Cultural Park Blvd
• Next hearing set for October 7 2025, 9:00 AM

The Hearing Examiner reviewed the variance request for an extended shed at 1201 NW 34th Ave and took testimony from the applicant and staff. No decision was issued; the examiner said she will consider the information and issue a decision later. The next hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. in Council Chambers.

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board will adopt several resolutions, including accepting a $1,163,458 grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services via the FDA for the Oasis Charter Schools. It will also ratify a $125,000 contract with Sandhill Speech and Language Services and approve personnel actions for the 2025‑2026 school year. Additional items cover funding for before‑and‑after‑care staff and a $3,000 foundation grant.

• Resolution 18-25: Accept $1,163,458 FDA food grant for Oasis Charter Schools (budget period Aug 1 2025–Jul 31 2026)
• Resolution 20-25: Approve $125,000 contract with Sandhill Speech and Language Services for Oasis Charter Schools
• Resolution 22-25: Approve personnel recommendations (new hires, promotions, transfers, etc.) for 2025‑2026
• Resolution 23-25: Create and fund 2.81 full‑time positions for Oasis Charter Schools’ before & after‑care program
• Resolution 24-25: Accept $3,000 grant from the Richard M. Schulze Foundation

The governing board approved the $1 ,163,458 food grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services with an amendment to the authorized officials. It also approved a $125,000 Speech‑Language Pathology contract with Sandhill Speech and Language Services, and adopted personnel recommendations, before‑and‑after‑care staffing, a $3,000 teacher grant, NEOLA policies, and the official logo. All items were adopted by voice poll with all ayes.

• Approved $1 ,163,458 food grant (voice poll: all ayes, with amendment to authorized officials)
• Approved $125,000 Speech‑Language Pathology contract (voice poll: all ayes)
• Approved Teacher Out of Field resolution (voice poll: all ayes)
• Approved personnel recommendations for 2025‑2026 school year (voice poll: all ayes)
• Approved creation and funding of 2.81 Full‑Time Employees for Before & After Care (voice poll: all ayes)
• Approved $3,000 grant from Richard M. Schulze Foundation for additional teacher (voice poll: all ayes)
• Approved NEOLA Policies Volume 25, No. 1 for 2025‑2026 (voice poll: all ayes)
• Approved official logo of the Oasis Governing Board (voice poll: all ayes)

Youth Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Youth Council meeting on September 12, 2025 will include a guest speaker, a review of meeting notes, and a quarterly report discussion. Council members will discuss the Strategic Plan/Initiatives and several youth projects, including senior, junior, school outreach, and community events. Citizens will have a brief input period before the council moves to business items.

• Strategic Plan/Initiatives discussion
• Senior Project presentation
• School Reach Out Project discussion
• Love Locks updates
• Trunk or Treat planning

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will conduct first public hearings on Ordinance 49-25, which sets the 2025 millage rate, and Ordinance 50-25, which adopts the FY 2026 operating and capital budget. Both items schedule a second and final hearing for September 25, 2025. The meeting also includes a 60‑minute citizen input period and announces the next regular council meeting on September 17, 2025.

• Ordinance 49-25 Millage Rate – first public hearing; ad valorem tax set at 5.2188 mills and 0.1608 mills for debt service.
• Ordinance 50-25 Operating Budget – first public hearing; adopts FY 2026 operating and capital budget.
• Second and final public hearings for both ordinances scheduled for September 25, 2025.
• Citizen input time limited to 60 minutes total, 3 minutes per speaker.
• Regular City Council meeting scheduled for September 17, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

The Cape Coral City Council voted 4‑3 to adopt a tentative operating millage rate of 5.2188 mills and a Parks General Obligation Bond rate of 0.1608 mills for FY 2026 (Ordinance 49‑25). The motion was moved by Councilmember Kilraine and seconded by Councilmember Lehmann. The council also set the second and final public hearings for Ordinance 49‑25 and Ordinance 50‑25 on September 25, 2025. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Adopted tentative operating millage rate 5.2188 mills (vote 4‑3)
• Adopted tentative park bond millage rate 0.1608 mills (vote 4‑3)
• Scheduled second and final public hearing for Ordinance 49‑25 on Sep 25, 2025
• Scheduled second and final public hearing for Ordinance 50‑25 on Sep 25, 2025

Community Redevelopment Agency – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency will adopt a FY 2025 budget amendment and reallocate operating funds to capital projects. It will discuss the Demolition Grant Program and approve three Breaking Barriers to Business grants totaling $70,817. The agency will also approve an amendment to the Project Assistance Agreement with The Cape FC, LLC.

• Resolution 13-25: FY 2025 budget amendment and fund reallocation
• Discussion of the Demolition Grant Program
• Resolution 14-25: $34,480 grant to Palace Pub & Wine Bar
• Resolution 15-25: $28,520 grant to Nice Guys Pizza
• Resolution 17-25: Amendment to Project Assistance Agreement with The Cape FC, LLC

The agency approved three Breaking Barriers to Business grants totaling $70,817 to local businesses, each by an 8‑0 vote. It also approved a second amendment to the Project Assistance Agreement for The Cove at 47" Mixed Use project, postponing a $520,000 tax repayment by one year (7‑1 vote). The board reached consensus to develop a new demolition grant resolution for future consideration.

• Approved Consent Agenda (8-0)
• Approved CRA Resolution 14-25, $34,480 B2B grant to Palace Pub & Wine Bar (8-0)
• Approved CRA Resolution 15-25, $28,520 B2B grant to Nice Guys Pizza (8-0)
• Approved CRA Resolution 16-25, $7,817 B2B grant to LadyCakes Bakery (8-0)
• Approved CRA Resolution 17-25, second amendment delaying $520,000 tax repayment for The Cove at 47" Mixed Use project (7-1)
• Board consensus to draft a demolition grant resolution (no formal vote)

Committee of the Whole

The Cape Coral City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss updates to financial policies, the Economic Development Organization incentive program, and the Watershed Management Plan. The agenda also includes a discussion on the Mobility Fee Ordinance and a brought-forward item regarding Del Prado landscaping.

• Financial Policy Update
• EDO Incentive Program (Chapter 29) update
• Watershed Management Plan
• Del Prado Landscaping discussion
• Mobility Fee Ordinance discussion

The Committee of the Whole reviewed a proposed amendment to the Financial Management Policies, updates to Economic Development Incentive programs, a Watershed Management Plan, and Del Prado median maintenance options. No votes were taken; the council agreed to bring the financial policy amendment, the watershed plan resolution, and the median maintenance discussion back to a future meeting for further specificity. All items were tabled for later consideration.

• Deferred Financial Management Policy amendment to next City Council meeting (Sept 17, 2025)
• Deferred adoption of Watershed Management Plan resolution to next month
• Deferred Del Prado median maintenance options to a future Committee of the Whole

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission is meeting to discuss several potential amendments to the City of Cape Coral Charter. The body will review proposals regarding councilmember eligibility, compensation, and the structure of city districts.

• Proposed requirement for councilmembers to live in their district for one year prior to election
• Discussion on Single Member Districts
• Proposed change from a majority to a super-majority (6 members) for removal under Article 4.12
• Review of council and mayor compensation and inflation adjustments
• Proposed changes to the frequency and size of the Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission adopted its agenda and approved the August 22, 2025 minutes. It approved the wording for Section 4.02 and forwarded it to the City Council, and also approved the second version of Section 4.05 language. The commission voted to move a single‑member district proposal forward to Council for consideration. Finally, the commission approved an update to the Mayor Pro Tem language.

• Adopt agenda as presented – all ayes (voice poll)
• Approve August 22, 2025 meeting minutes – all ayes (voice poll)
• Approve language for Section 4.02 and forward to Council – 7-0
• Approve version two of Section 4.05 language – 7-0
• Move single‑member districts proposal to Council – 5-2
• Approve Mayor Pro Tem language update – 7-0

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Workshop

The Charter School Authority Governing Board will hold a workshop to discuss recommended revisions to Chapter 26. The discussion will involve Superintendent Jacquelin Collins and Assistant City Manager Mark Mason.

• Review of recommendations for Chapter 26 revisions
• Discussion of board member terms (CSA GB 26-9)
• Discussion of board conduct (CSA GB 26-11)
• Discussion of adoption of resolutions (CSA 26-14)
• Discussion of powers and duties (CSA CHAP 26-15)

The Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board reached consensus on several Chapter 26 recommendations to present to City Council. Recommendations include two‑year board member terms, one‑year parent member terms aligned with the school calendar, and shifting the board meeting calendar to run August‑June. Additional proposals cover resolution numbering, lease provisions, and service list updates, with a vote scheduled for the October meeting.

• Recommend two‑year terms for board members (consensus)
• Recommend one‑year terms for parent board members aligned with school calendar (consensus)
• Recommend changing regular board meeting calendar to start August and run through June (consensus)
• Recommend numbering resolutions with number first then year (e.g., 1‑25) (consensus)
• Recommend leaving lease provisions unchanged (consensus)
• Recommend adding fleet management to the list of services (consensus)
• Recommend mayor‑pro‑tem language for the annual organizational meeting (consensus)
• Recommend clarifying superintendent duties as board secretary (consensus)

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will vote on Ordinance 42-25, which replaces the Roads Impact Fee with a Mobility Fee structure. The council will also consider ten resolutions authorizing contracts and purchases for utilities, public works, parks, and public safety, ranging from $136,678.72 to $560,762.00. A public hearing will be held for the plat vacation at 5 NW 32nd Place and 14 Burnt Store Road North. All actions require the mayor or city manager to execute the related agreements.

• Ordinance 42-25: repeal Roads Impact Fee and create Mobility Fees (citywide)
• Resolution 263-25: $560,762 payment to FDOT for Pine Island Road and Andalusia Blvd safety improvements
• Resolution 222-25: $439,420 staffing cost proposal for water reclamation facilities
• Resolution 255-25: $136,678.72 contract for electronic message board at Lake Kennedy Park
• Resolution 265-25: $194,002.32 emergency purchase for gravity sewer repair at Del Prado Blvd and SE 40th St

The council adopted a consent agenda that authorized eight separate contracts and amendments, covering engineering services, a park message board, chemical supply, restroom remodel, landscape maintenance, pavement maintenance, median landscaping design, and road safety improvements. Vote totals were recorded for related motions: an 8‑0 vote to approve agenda items, a 7‑1 vote on the Lake Kennedy Park sign contract, and an 8‑0 vote on the city attorney employment amendment. All approvals were signed by the mayor or city manager as designated.

• Approved Staffing and Cost Proposal Al-04 with AECOM for $439,420 (Utilities) – approved
• Approved contract with Sign-On LLC for electronic message board at Lake Kennedy Park, $136,678.72 (Parks & Recreation) – approved (7-1 vote)
• Approved contract with Univar Solutions USA for Sodium Hydroxide supply, $119,700 annual (Utilities) – approved
• Approved Work Authorization with AREX Builders for restroom remodel at William "Bill" Austen Youth Center, $265,744.46 (Public Works) – approved
• Approved amendment and renewal with Kellyrock Partners for $120,600 landscape services (Parks & Recreation) – approved
• Approved amendment to Pavement Maintenance contract, $800,000 estimated annually (Utilities/Public Works) – approved
• Approved Staffing and Cost Proposal CPH-03 with CPH Consulting for $172,785 median landscaping design (Public Works) – approved
• Approved safety improvements on Pine Island Road, $560,762 from Road Impact Fund (Public Works) – approved

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss Ordinance 44-25. This ordinance proposes repealing several existing sections of the Code of Ordinances and Land Development Code to create new parking restrictions, enforcement rules, and towing and impoundment procedures.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 44-25 regarding city-wide parking restrictions, penalties, and towing

The commission approved the regular meeting minutes from August 6, 2025 by a 7‑0 vote. It then approved Ordinance 44-25, which consolidates parking regulations city‑wide, by a 5‑2 vote. No other business was taken and the next meeting was set for October 1, 2025.

• Approved August 6, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 44-25 consolidating parking regulations (5-2)
• Scheduled next regular meeting for October 1, 2025

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will conduct routine business, hear up to 60 minutes of citizen input (3 minutes per speaker), and set the date and time for the next regular council meeting on August 27, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. The agenda includes a City Attorney evaluation, a final call for comment cards, and a motion to adjourn.

• City Attorney's Evaluation
• Citizens Input Time – up to 60 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker
• Scheduling of next regular meeting for August 27, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.
• Last call for comment cards
• Motion to adjourn

Council reached consensus to extend the City Attorney’s employment agreement by an additional three years, moving the term to expire in 2029. Members approved a 7.25% compensation increase, raising the salary from $298,936.77 to $320,609.69. The council discussed increasing monthly leave accrual to 20 hours and adjusting the 400‑hour cash‑out threshold, but no final decision was recorded.

• Extend City Attorney contract term by three years (consensus)
• Approve 7.25% salary increase for City Attorney (majority agreement)
• Discuss increase of monthly leave accrual to 20 hours (no decision)
• Consider lowering 400‑hour cash‑out threshold to 200‑250 hours (no decision)

Audit Committee

The Cape Coral Audit Committee will adopt its agenda, approve the June 18, 2025 meeting minutes, hear the City Auditor’s Office update, and vote to approve the City Auditor’s Office FY26 Strategic and Annual Audit Plan. The meeting also includes a citizen input period and sets the date for the next committee meeting.

• Approval of the City Auditor’s Office FY26 Strategic and Annual Audit Plan
• Approval of the June 18, 2025 Audit Committee meeting minutes
• City Auditor’s Office update report presentation
• Citizen input time
• Scheduling of the next Audit Committee meeting on September 10, 2025

The committee adopted the amended agenda and approved the June 18, 2025 meeting minutes, each by unanimous voice vote. It then approved the City Auditor’s FY26 Strategic Audit Plan and the FY26‑FY28 Annual Audit Plans, recommending them to the City Council. The next Audit Committee meeting is scheduled for November 19, 2025 at 2:00 p.m.

• Adopted agenda as amended (all ayes)
• Approved June 18, 2025 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Approved FY26 Strategic and FY26‑FY28 Annual Audit Plans (Jacobs, Lehmann, Botterbusch ayes) and recommended to City Council
• Provided City Auditor Russell with copy of minutes and audio (affirmative)

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold final public hearings to approve several Fiscal Year 2025-2026 non-ad valorem assessment rolls and user fees. The body will also consider a rezoning request for a property on Academy Boulevard and award a reforestation contract.

• Final public hearings for FY 2025-2026 assessments for lot mowing, solid waste, fire protection, and stormwater user fees
• Rezoning request for 1213 Academy Boulevard from Professional (P) to Residential Multi-Family Low (RML)
• Contract award of $224,766.25 to Tony’s Lawn and Landscaping, LLC for the Del Prado Extension Reforestation Project
• Acceptance of a $50,000 grant with a $12,500 city match to plant 300 native trees in Crystal Lake Park
• Approval of the Hancock Terminus Center Florida Tropical Farms Subdivision Replat

The council voted 7-1 to deny Ordinance 48-25, which would have rezoned Lots 6‑8, Block 1039, Unit 24 at 1213 Academy Boulevard from Professional to Residential Multi‑Family Low. The council also approved the consent agenda, adopting Resolutions 236-25, 242-25, 248-25 (awarding a $224,766.25 contract to Tony’s Lawn and Landscaping, LLC) and 254-25 (accepting a $50,000 grant with a $12,500 city match) by an 8-0 vote. Additionally, the council approved Resolution 240-25 for the FY 2025‑2026 Lot Mowing Assessment and Resolution 241-25 for the FY 2025‑2026 Solid Waste Service Assessment, each by an 8-0 vote.

• Denied Ordinance 48-25 rezoning 1213 Academy Blvd (7-1)
• Approved Resolution 236-25 (Hancock Terminus Center plat) (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 242-25 (FY 2025‑2026 solid waste collection rates) (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 248-25 awarding $224,766.25 contract to Tony's Lawn and Landscaping, LLC (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 254-25 accepting $50,000 grant with $12,500 city match for tree planting (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 240-25 Lot Mowing Assessment for FY 2025‑2026 (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 241-25 Solid Waste Service Assessment for FY 2025‑2026 (8-0)

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission will discuss four charter articles: Article VII (Financial Procedures), Article VIII (Elections), Article IX (Initiative and Referendum), and Article X (General Provisions). The meeting includes a 30‑minute public input period, limited to three minutes per speaker. No formal decisions are noted; the agenda focuses on review and discussion of the charter language.

• Review of Article VII – Financial Procedures
• Review of Article VIII – Elections
• Review of Article IX – Initiative and Referendum
• Review of Article X – General Provisions
• Public input (30 minutes total, 3 minutes per individual)

The Charter Review Commission adopted its agenda and approved the July 10 minutes by voice vote. After extensive discussion of charter articles, commissioners voted 3-2 to move forward a proposal to expand the number of charter review commissioners, modeling a fifteen‑member body selected by council members and the mayor. No other actions were taken; all other sections received no comments.

• Adopted agenda (voice poll, all ayes)
• Approved July 10 minutes (voice poll, all ayes)
• Moved forward proposal to expand charter review commissioners (3-2)

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts and land acquisitions. The meeting includes a high-value economic development agreement and quasi-judicial public hearings regarding plat vacations.

• Economic Development Incentive Agreement with Bones Brands, LLC totaling $2,040,050
• Contract with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. for bridge repairs in the amount of $165,728
• Purchase of land at 613 and 617 NW 4th Avenue for burrowing owl habitat for $101,042
• Purchase of land at 2364 NW 38th Avenue for a stormwater pond for $46,000
• Public hearings for plat vacations at 3720 East Gator Circle/3710 NE 19th Place and 905 Dolphin Drive

The council approved an Economic Development Incentive Agreement with Bones Brands, LLC for $2,040,050. It also adopted Ordinance 37‑25 after reconsideration, passing the final vote 5‑3. Several infrastructure and land‑purchase contracts and a purchase‑order increase were approved unanimously. All actions were recorded with the indicated vote counts.

• Approved Economic Development Incentive Agreement with Bones Brands, $2,040,050 (8‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 37‑25 after reconsideration (final vote 5‑3)
• Approved Bridge repair staffing proposal with Stantec, $165,728 (8‑0)
• Approved catch‑basin purchase contract with Oldcastle Infrastructure, $109,860 (8‑0)
• Authorized land purchase for burrowing‑owl habitat, $101,042 (8‑0)
• Authorized land purchase for stormwater pond, $46,000 (8‑0)
• Increased School District purchase order for tuition sponsorships, $36,401.60 (8‑0)
• Approved permissive‑use agreement for 2025 Field of Flags at Bernice Braden Park (8‑0)

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The Transportation Advisory Commission will receive updates on several infrastructure projects and weather-related signage. The meeting includes a workshop discussion regarding the introduction of a bridge system.

• UEP North One update
• Del Prado landscaping update
• SR-78 update
• Hurricane Milton sign update
• Bridge System Introduction workshop

The commission adopted the meeting agenda by voice vote with all ayes. It approved the July 23, 2025 minutes, also by unanimous voice vote. The commission voted to bring the Del Prado median maintenance discussion to a future Committee of the Whole. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Adopted agenda (all ayes)
• Approved July 23, 2025 minutes (all ayes)
• Referred Del Prado median maintenance discussion to future Committee of the Whole (5 ayes)

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board will adopt the meeting calendar for Jan 13 2026 – Aug 18 2026 and accept two grant awards—$500 from the Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce Foundation for Oasis Elementary South’s library project and $2,000 from the Richard M. Schulze Foundation for a STEM program. The board will also hear reports from the superintendent, city manager, councilmember, chair, and foundation president. No unfinished or new business is listed.

• CSA Resolution 16-25 – approve regular meeting calendar for Jan 13 2026 through Aug 18 2026
• CSA Resolution 17-25 – accept $500 grant from Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce Foundation for Oasis Elementary South classroom library project
• CSA Resolution 19-25 – accept $2,000 grant from Richard M. Schulze Foundation for STEM funding
• Approval of minutes from the June 24 2025 regular meeting
• Citizen input time – up to 45 minutes (3 minutes per individual)

The governing board approved the June 24 meeting minutes and the August 19 agenda by voice poll. It adopted the regular meeting calendar for Jan‑Aug 2026 and approved two grant awards: $500 from the Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce and $2,000 from the Richard M. Schulze Foundation. The board reached consensus to hire outside contractors for the before‑and‑after school program, with a formal resolution to be presented at the next meeting. The next board meeting is scheduled for Sep 16, 2025.

• Approved June 24, 2025 meeting minutes (voice poll all ayes)
• Approved August 19, 2025 agenda (voice poll all ayes)
• Approved regular meeting calendar Jan 13‑Aug 18 2026 (voice poll all ayes)
• Approved $500 grant from Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce for Oasis Elementary South (voice poll all ayes)
• Approved $2,000 grant from Richard M. Schulze Foundation (voice poll all ayes)
• Consensus to hire outside contractors for before‑and‑after school program; resolution to be brought forward next meeting
• Consensus to develop pre‑planned volunteer events and send monthly invites
• Scheduled next board meeting for Sep 16, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.

Committee of the Whole

The Cape Coral City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss the Cape Coral Bridge Monument, amendments to Chapter 26 regarding the Charter School Authority, and a follow-up on rental registration fees. The body will also review commercial right-of-way parking and mobility plan updates.

• Cape Coral Bridge Monument discussion
• Chapter 26 Charter School Authority Amendment
• Rental Registration Fee Follow-Up
• Commercial/Right-of-Way Parking Discussion
• Mobility Plan Follow-Up

The Cape Coral City Council decided to hold off on bringing the Chapter 26 charter school amendment before Council, directing staff to obtain recommendations from the governing board and city departments and to revisit the item at an October Committee of the Whole. Council members also expressed support for the concept of installing the state's largest flagpole near the relocated veterans monument, but the Mayor asked staff to gather cost details before any action. No formal votes were recorded for these items.

• Deferred Chapter 26 charter school amendment for further review (no vote recorded)
• Requested staff to obtain governing‑board and city‑staff recommendations on Chapter 26 (no vote recorded)
• Agreed to bring Chapter 26 back to Council in October COW after review (no vote recorded)
• Supported concept of a large state flagpole near the veterans monument, pending cost details (no vote recorded)
• Noted legal constraints prevent moving the veterans monument into the billboard visibility corridor (no decision to move)
• Confirmed existing billboard will not be removed at this time (no decision to remove)

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will consider several land-use requests, including two rezoning applications and two right-of-way vacations. The body will also review requests for boat canopy deviations and installations.

• RZN25-000005: Rezoning 7.99 acres at 2800 Pine Island Rd and 1481 Barrett Rd to Commercial Corridor (CC)
• RZN25-000002: Rezoning 1.9959 acres at 2307 Bolado Pkwy from Multi-Family Low (RML) to Professional (P)
• VAC24-000015: Vacating ±3,027.1 sq ft of right of way and easements at 3303 and 3318 SE 18th Pl
• VAC25-000004: Vacating 2,000 sq ft of street right-of-way and 504.10 sq ft of easements at 3311-3315 SE 18th Pl
• DEV25-000004: Request for 7-foot length deviation for a boat canopy at 120 El Dorado Pkwy W

The examiner granted a seven‑foot canopy deviation for the property at 1712 SE 44" Terrace and another seven‑foot deviation for 120 EI Dorado Pkwy W. She also recommended that the rezoning requests for 2307 Bolado Pkwy and for 2800 Pine Island Rd./1481 Barett Rd. be approved. No final decision was recorded for the vacation application.

• Approved 7‑ft canopy deviation at 1712 SE 44" Terrace (DEV25‑000003)
• Approved 7‑ft canopy deviation at 120 EI Dorado Pkwy W. (DEV25‑000004)
• Recommended rezoning approval for 2307 Bolado Pkwy (RZN25‑000002)
• Recommended rezoning approval for 2800 Pine Island Rd. and 1481 Barett Rd. (RZN25‑000005)

Youth Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Youth Council will review and discuss amendments to its rules of operations, the council’s strategic plan and initiatives, and updates on several youth projects including Adopt‑a‑Road, senior and junior projects, school outreach, and community events. The meeting also includes a quarterly report discussion and a presentation by Advisor Hayden. Citizens will have a brief input period to share comments on city government matters.

• Amended Rules of Operations and Procedures
• Strategic Plan/Initiatives
• Adopt‑a‑Road Program continued discussion
• Senior Project
• Trunk or Treat

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several ordinances to amend the Comprehensive Plan and update fee structures. The body will also review historical growth forecasting models.

• Ordinance 42-25: Proposal to repeal road impact fees and create mobility fees
• Ordinance 39-25: Future Land Use Map amendment for 2800 NE Pine Island Road and 1481 Barrett Road
• Ordinance 46-25: Amendment to Policy 1.15 of the Future Land Use Element regarding the Seven Islands Sub-District
• Presentation on Metro Forecasting Models: A Historical Perspective of Growth

The Cape Coral Planning & Zoning Commission adopted its agenda and approved the July 9 minutes. It then unanimously approved Ordinance 39‑25 to rezone two parcels to the Pine Island Road District, and Ordinance 46‑25 to amend the Seven Islands Sub‑District policy. Finally, it approved Ordinance 42‑25, creating a new Mobility Fee, by a 4‑1 vote.

• Approved Ordinance 39‑25 (FLUM25‑000004) changing land use to Pine Island Road District (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 46‑25 (TXT25‑000001) amending Seven Islands Sub‑District policy (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 42‑25 (FLUM25‑000002) establishing a Mobility Fee, repealing the Roads Impact Fee (4‑1)

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will vote on a series of resolutions, including a three‑year health services agreement worth $3,198,600 with Medical Risk Solutions, LLC (d/b/a My Health Onsite). Other items include utility contracts for the Lift Station 120 Replacement ($2,084,416.50) and the Weir 7 Improvement ($1,495,643.50), as well as several park‑related grant agreements and stormwater pond purchases.

• Approve $3,198,600 three‑year health services contract with Medical Risk Solutions, LLC (My Health Onsite)
• Approve $2,084,416.50 contract with Andrew Sitework, LLC for Lift Station 120 Replacement (10% contingency)
• Approve $1,495,643.50 contract with Zep Construction, Inc. for Weir 7 Improvement (5% contingency)
• Accept $583,684 Tourist Development Tax grant for Beach Park Facility Maintenance (matching funds up to $561,088.87)
• Authorize purchase of Lots 43‑44 ($46,000) and Lots 45‑46 ($40,000) for stormwater ponds along Kismet Parkway

The council adopted the amended agenda and approved the minutes from the July 16 and July 23 meetings. It then approved a consent agenda that included a subdivision replat, affordable rental housing agreements, several utility and park contracts, a $3.2 M health‑care services agreement, and related grant authorizations. All items were adopted with an 8‑0 vote.

• Adopted agenda as amended (8-0)
• Approved July 16, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Approved July 23, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 164-25 Sea Gull Court Estates replat (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 197-25 Affordable Rental Housing agreements (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 198-25 Weir 7 Improvement contract $1,495,643.50 (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 199-25 Lift Station 120 Replacement contract $2,084,416.50 (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 201-25 Health Care Medical Services Agreement $3,198,600 (8-0)

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will consider the Mobility Fees agenda item, reviewing the attached documents. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as the pledge of civility, roll call, and a 60‑minute citizen input period. The council will set the date and time for the next regular meeting, scheduled for Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

• Mobility Fees – review of attached documents (CC2025159.pdf, LHD_NUC_CC_PZC_v2.pdf, Document (distributed at the meeting).pdf)
• Citizen input time – up to 60 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker
• Scheduling of next regular meeting – Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

The council and city staff reviewed proposals for a mobility fee increase and how fees would be calculated for residential and commercial developments. Members expressed preferences for using dwelling‑unit or square‑foot metrics and aligning rates with Lee County. No vote or formal adoption was recorded; the City Manager said a hearing on a future ordinance will be scheduled.

City Council – Budget Workshop

The City Council is holding a budget workshop to continue discussions regarding the Fiscal Year 2026 budget. The meeting includes a designated period for citizens to provide input on city government matters.

• FY 2026 Budget Discussions continued

The City Council reviewed the proposed FY2026 budget, including revenue sources, personnel costs, and debt service projections. Members discussed the millage rate, with a poll showing most councilors favoring a rate of 5.2188 while one member suggested an increase. The council also considered placing additional funds into a Budget Stabilization Fund, but no vote or formal adoption was recorded.

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will meet on July 31, 2025 at the Public Works Operations Center. After routine items such as call to order, roll call and approval of the April 10, 2025 minutes, the committee will discuss a set of regulatory incentives (C, E, F, G, H) covering flexibility of density, accessory dwelling units, reduced parking and setback requirements, flexible lot configurations, and modification of street requirements. The meeting also includes a brief citizen‑input period and sets the next meeting for October 2, 2025.

• Regulatory Incentive C – Flexibility of Density
• Regulatory Incentive E – Accessory Dwelling Units
• Regulatory Incentive F – Reduced Parking and Setback Requirements
• Regulatory Incentive G – Flexible Lot Configurations
• Regulatory Incentive H – Modification of Street Requirements

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee adopted the amended agenda and approved the April 10, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous voice poll. It then adopted the 2024 recommendations for 2025 and added a recommendation that City Council revisit accessory dwelling unit (ADU) policies. All six voting members recorded an "aye" on each motion.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous voice poll)
• Approved April 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice poll)
• Adopted 2024 recommendations for 2025 and recommended council revisit ADUs (all ayes)

Community Redevelopment Agency – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency will adopt the Fiscal Year 2026 budget. It will approve a parking easement agreement for the Cove parking garage with Cape FC, LLC. The board will consider a grant funding request, including Tax Increment Funding, for the Slipaway Food Truck Park and Marina. Additional items include discussions on mobility fees, the banner program, and the demolition grant program.

• Resolution 11-25: Adoption of FY 2026 budget (Oct 1 2025 – Sep 30 2026)
• Resolution 8-25: Parking easement agreement for the Cove garage with Cape FC, LLC
• Slipaway Food Truck Park grant request: eligibility for TIF and a BIG Grant to Cape Parkway LLC and Water Park LLC
• Mobility fees discussion
• Demolition grant program discussion

The agency approved a $250,000 BIG Grant for the Slipaway Food Truck Park and Marina (5‑0) and a $726,561 Tax Increment Financing rebate for the same project (3‑2). It also adopted the FY 2026 budget of $7,455,201 and approved CRA Resolution 11-25 (both 8‑0). Additional actions included approving the parking easement agreement, the consent agenda, and transferring the CRA banner program assets to the City at fair market value.

• Approved $250,000 BIG Grant for Slipaway Food Truck Park (5‑0)
• Approved $726,561 TIF 10‑year rebate for Slipaway Food Truck Park (3‑2)
• Adopted FY 2026 CRA budget of $7,455,201 (8‑0)
• Approved CRA Resolution 11-25 (budget) (8‑0)
• Approved CRA Resolution 8-25 parking easement agreement (8‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items (8‑0)
• Approved transfer of CRA banner program assets to City at fair market value (8‑0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several ongoing projects, including an update on the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, the status of the UEP Program Manager, and the CIAC Potable Water Extension program. A Draft Mobility Plan and fee study will be presented, accompanied by Ordinance 42-25. The meeting also notes the withdrawal of a Right‑of‑Way Parking Ordinance amendment and includes a round‑table and citizen input period.

• Parks and Recreation Master Plan Project Update
• UEP Program Manager (carryover from May 28, 2025)
• Contribution in Aid of Construction (CIAD) Potable Water Extension Program (carryover)
• Draft Mobility Plan and Fee Study Presentation (includes Ordinance 42-25)
• Withdrawn – Right‑of‑Way Parking Ordinance Amendment

The City Council reached consensus, without objection, to discuss Items #4 (Metro Forecasting Models) and #5 (Draft Mobility Plan and Fee Study) at the start of the Committee of the Whole, then take a brief break, move to the Community Redevelopment Agency meeting, and reconvene the Committee of the Whole for the remaining agenda. No votes were recorded; the decision was made by unanimous agreement. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational presentations and discussion of the mobility fee proposals.

• Agreed to reorder agenda: discuss Items #4 and #5 first, then CRA meeting, then resume COW (consensus, no objection)

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The Transportation Advisory Commission will discuss the Draft Mobility Plan and related fee findings. Members will receive updates on the MPO, State Road 78, recent hurricane impacts, and the Andalusia Extension project. The meeting also includes a brief citizen‑input period.

• Draft Mobility Plan and Fee Findings presentation
• MPO (Metropolitan Planning Organization) update
• State Road 78 (SR78) update
• Hurricane impact update
• Andalusia Extension project update

The Transportation Advisory Commission adopted the meeting agenda by voice vote. It approved the minutes from the May 7, 2025 meeting, also by voice vote. The commission then adjourned the meeting. No other actions were decided.

• Adopted agenda (voice poll unanimous)
• Approved May 7, 2025 minutes (voice poll unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (voice poll unanimous)

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes several contract approvals and funding resolutions. Items include a multi‑year single‑source purchase for water‑system actuators, a sidewalk construction contract on Andalusia Boulevard, a purchase of mobile barriers for public safety, a $500,000 security and fire‑alarm services contract, and a staffing proposal for a new traffic signal at Tropicana Parkway and Santa Barbara Boulevard. The council will also schedule public hearings on proposed lot‑mowing and solid‑waste assessments for fiscal year 2025‑2026.

• Resolution 180-25 – Single‑source purchase of Rotork actuators and DeZurik valves for FY2025‑FY2029 ($100,000‑$150,000 per year)
• Resolution 183-25 – $499,860.10 contract with Newson Construction for Andalusia Boulevard sidewalk construction (plus $24,993 contingency)
• Resolution 186-25 – $207,529.82 purchase of Archer 1200 mobile barriers from Meridian Rapid Defense Group
• Resolution 196-25 – Approx. $500,000 annual contract with Integrated Fire & Security Solutions for security system inspection, testing and fire‑alarm certification
• Resolution 200-25 – $199,811 staffing and cost proposal for traffic signal installation at Tropicana Parkway and Santa Barbara Boulevard

The council adopted an agenda amendment adding an update on the Emergency Intergovernmental Management Task Force (8‑0). It then approved a series of resolutions covering utility purchases, public‑works projects, police grants and other contracts, all with an 8‑0 vote. The most notable contract is the $499,860 award to Newson Construction for the Andalusia Boulevard sidewalk. All approvals were recorded as unanimous.

• Approved agenda amendment adding Emergency Intergovernmental Management Task Force update (8‑0)
• Approved $499,860 Andalusia Boulevard sidewalk construction contract (8‑0)
• Approved multi‑year $100k‑$150k Rotork actuators and valve purchase for utilities (8‑0)
• Approved $207,529.82 Archer 1200 Mobile Barriers purchase for public safety (8‑0)
• Approved $500,000 security systems inspection and certification contract (8‑0)
• Approved $151,489.50 Stantec engineering services for canal dredging (8‑0)
• Approved $199,811 traffic signal engineering services at Tropicana Pkwy & Santa Barbara Blvd (8‑0)
• Approved $20,102.43 police overtime grant for pedestrian and bicycle safety (8‑0)

Vacation Rentals Advisory Group

The Vacation Rentals Advisory Group will review questionnaire feedback and stakeholder poll results. Members will discuss follow‑up items from the first meeting, including a calculation of an estimated rental registration fee. The agenda also includes presentations on the Strategic Growth Tourism Fund and the 2025 Parks and Recreation Tourism plan. No formal decisions are indicated in this agenda.

• Review of Questionnaire Feedback (VRAG Review of Questionnaire - CC2025148.pdf)
• Follow‑up discussion from Initial Meeting, including Calculation of Estimated Rental Registration Fee
• Presentation of Strategic Growth Tourism Fund (Strategic Growth Tourism Fund_ebdo.pdf)
• Presentation of Parks and Recreation Tourism 2025 Final report (Parks and Recreation Tourism 2025 Final.pdf)
• Citizen input time

City Council – Budget Workshop

The City Council is holding a budget workshop to continue the overview of the FY2026 budget. The meeting includes a presentation by STANTEC and a final call for comment cards.

• FY2026 Budget Overview
• STANTEC presentation
• Last call for comment cards

During the July 16 budget workshop, City Manager Ilczyszyn and staff presented FY2026 budget options, millage rate proposals, and staffing requests for police, fire, and code enforcement. Council members asked questions and offered suggestions, but no motions were voted on or approved. The meeting concluded without any definitive budget approvals or rejections.

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will consider a consent agenda of resolutions approving multiple contracts, including a $1.45 million traffic signal project, a $3.96 million fire fighters' labor agreement, and land purchases for burrowing owl preservation. The meeting also includes the first public hearing for a zoning ordinance.

• Traffic signal project at Tropicana Parkway and Santa Barbara Blvd ($1.45M)
• Fire Station 6 upgrades via Chris-Tel Construction ($136,202)
• Collective Bargaining Agreement with Cape Coral Professional Fire Fighters ($3.96M)
• Purchase of land for burrowing owl habitat at 610 NW 3rd Place ($81,771)
• First public hearing for zoning ordinance 36-25 at 3115 Del Prado Blvd

The Cape Coral City Council adopted eleven resolutions authorizing contracts for public‑works projects, a collective bargaining agreement for the fire department, and land purchases to protect burrowing owl habitat. All resolutions were approved as presented. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved Embers Parkway West Median Beautification contract for $810,545.45 (Resolution 148‑25)
• Approved Fire Station 6 Construction Manager at Risk services for $136,202 (Resolution 177‑25)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement for Cape Coral Professional Fire Fighters totaling $3,960,460 in Year 1 (Resolution 179‑25)
• Approved Cape Coral Urban Forestry Master Plan contract for $377,099 (Resolution 181‑25)
• Approved Cape Coral Disaster and Recovery Plan contract for $375,375 (Resolution 182‑25)
• Approved traffic signal installation at Tropicana Parkway & Santa Barbara Blvd for $1,384,952.86 (Resolution 184‑25)
• Approved purchase of Lots 36‑37, Block 2558 for burrowing owl habitat for $81,771 (Resolution 191‑25)
• Approved purchase of Lots 28‑29, Block 2370 for burrowing owl habitat for $75,885 (Resolution 192‑25)

Youth Council – Regular Meeting

The Youth Council will discuss a quarterly report and the 2024-2025 strategic plan initiatives. The body is also scheduled to vote on amended Rules of Operations and Procedures regarding a Backup Communications Director.

• Adoption of Amended Rules of Operations and Procedures (Backup Communications Director Amendment)
• Discussion of Adopt-A-Road Program
• Review of Junior and Senior Projects
• Discussion of Love Locks updates
• FLC Youth Council Summit

Charter Review Commission

The Cape Coral Charter Review Commission will hold a public input period and consider revisions to Charter Articles IV (Government), VII (Financial Procedures) and VIII (Elections). The commission will also review and adopt a proposed meeting schedule for the remainder of 2025. Routine agenda items include call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, and setting the next meeting date.

• Public input on charter review (up to 30 minutes total)
• Proposed meeting schedule for remainder of 2025
• Review of Charter Article IV – Government (sections 4.09‑4.21)
• Review of Charter Article VII – Financial Procedures
• Review of Charter Article VIII – Elections

The Charter Review Commission adopted the agenda as presented and approved the June 12, 2025 minutes, both by unanimous voice vote. It also approved the remainder of the 2025 meeting schedule—Friday, August 22, Tuesday, September 9, and Thursday, October 9—by unanimous voice vote. The commission discussed possible wording changes to the charter and compensation for council members, but no formal actions were taken on those items.

• Adopt agenda (voice poll all ayes)
• Approve June 12, 2025 minutes (voice poll all ayes)
• Approve Aug 22, Sep 9, Oct 9, 2025 meeting dates (voice poll all ayes)

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 29-25 (FLUM24-000015). The ordinance would amend the City’s Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map, changing the Pine Island Road District (PIRD) to Single‑Family Residential for lots 41‑45, 48‑49, Block 3623 at 1001, 1007 and 1015 SW 4th Terrace. The meeting also includes routine items such as adoption of the agenda, approval of June 4, 2025 minutes, and a citizen input period.

• Ordinance 29-25 (FLUM24-000015) to rezone Pine Island Road District to Single‑Family Residential
• Approval of Planning and Zoning Commission minutes from June 4, 2025
• 30‑minute citizen input time (3 minutes per individual)
• Staff updates on planning matters
• Scheduling of the next commission meeting for August 6, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.

The commission adopted its agenda and approved the June 4, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted 5‑2 to recommend approval of Ordinance 29‑25 (FLUM24‑000015), which would change the Future Land Use Map for lots 41‑49 in Block 3623 from Pine Island Road District to Single‑Family Residential. No other business was taken.

• Adopted agenda as presented (voice poll, all ayes)
• Approved June 4, 2025 meeting minutes (voice poll, all ayes)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 29-25 (FLUM24-000015) to rezone specified parcels (5-2)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:19 a.m.

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on two applications. One application (DEV25-000003) from Kevin Offerman seeks approval for a 47‑by‑19‑foot canopy cover at 1715 SE 44th Terrace. The second application (VAC24-000014) from Thomas Schafer and Christina Devoe requests vacating 1,068 square feet of unexcavated canal right‑of‑way and 381 square feet of platted easements at 905 Dolphin Drive. The board will decide whether to grant the canopy permit and the easement vacating.

• DEV25-000003: canopy cover 47 × 19 ft at 1715 SE 44th Ter (applicant Kevin Offerman)
• VAC24-000014: vacate 1,068 sq ft canal right‑of‑way and 381 sq ft platted easements at 905 Dolphin Dr (applicants Thomas Schafer & Christina Devoe)

The Hearing Examiner recessed the Offerman development case and, at the planner's request, scheduled it for a future hearing on Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. The vacation request by Thomas Schafer and Christina Devoe was discussed, and the examiner stated she would recommend approval with conditions, but no formal vote or final decision was recorded. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Postponed Kevin Offerman development case (DEV25-000003) to Aug 12, 2025

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board will consider budget amendments for FY 2025 and the tentative budget for FY 2026. The board is also discussing a longevity bonus program for eligible staff and an amended employment contract for the Superintendent.

• Resolution 11-25: FY 2025 Budget Amendment No. 1
• Resolution 12-25: Tentative Budget for Fiscal Year 2026
• Resolution 13-25: Longevity Bonus Program for eligible teachers and support staff
• Resolution 14-25: Oasis Charter School Mental Health Assistance Program for 2025-2026
• Resolution 15-25: Superintendent’s Amended and Restated Employment Contract

The Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board unanimously approved the FY2025 Budget Amendment #1 and the tentative FY2025‑2026 budget. It also approved a Longevity Bonus Program totaling $345,870 and a Mental Health Assistance Allocation for Oasis Charter School. The board adopted the superintendent’s amended and restated employment contract and recommended Chapter 26 revisions to the City Council.

• Approved FY2025 Budget Amendment #1 (voice poll: all ayes)
• Approved tentative FY2025‑2026 budget (voice poll: all ayes)
• Approved Longevity Bonus Program ($345,870 total) (voice poll: all ayes)
• Approved Mental Health Assistance Allocation (voice poll: all ayes)
• Approved superintendent's amended and restated employment contract (voice poll: all ayes)
• Approved revisions to Chapter 26 to be sent to City Council (voice poll: all ayes)

Vacation Rentals Advisory Group

The Vacation Rentals Advisory Group will review an update to Cape Coral’s Vacation Rental Ordinance, covering current statistics, annual revenue, and enforcement costs. Members will discuss proposed enforcement system costs and a new annual or one‑time fee structure for vacation rentals, comparing a business tax receipt to a fee. Citizens will have a brief input period, and the group will consider possible changes, though no formal vote is indicated.

• Vacation Rental Ordinance update – CC2025123.pdf
• Cape Coral LDC definition of dwelling unit – PDF
• Cape Coral code section 12-129 residential rental property – PDF
• Proposed cost of enforcement with new system/processes – discussed
• Proposed new annual or one‑time rate for vacation rentals – discussed

The advisory group did not adopt any new ordinance, fee structure, or policy changes. They scheduled the next meeting for Monday, July 21, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. in Conference Room 220A. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Scheduled next meeting for July 21, 2025, 3:00 p.m., Conference Room 220A
• Motion to adjourn adopted

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will meet to discuss the FY24 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report presented by Mauldin & Jenkins. The body will also review the City Auditor's monthly update and discuss the committee's meeting schedule.

• FY24 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report presentation by Mauldin & Jenkins
• Discussion of Audit Committee Meeting Schedule for Audit Plan Review and Approval
• City Auditor’s Monthly Update Report
• Approval of March 12, 2025 meeting minutes

The committee adopted its agenda and approved the March 12, 2025 minutes by voice vote. It cancelled the July 16, 2025 meeting, added an August 27, 2025 meeting, and also cancelled the September 17, 2025 meeting, each by unanimous voice poll. The next meeting is set for August 27, 2025 at 2:00 p.m.

• Adopt agenda – voice poll, all ayes
• Approve March 12, 2025 minutes – voice poll, all ayes
• Cancel July 16, 2025 meeting – voice poll, all ayes
• Add August 27, 2025 meeting – voice poll, all ayes
• Cancel September 17, 2025 meeting – voice poll, all ayes
• Adjourn meeting at 3:18 p.m. – motion carried

Youth Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Youth Council will hold its regular meeting on June 13, 2025. Council members will review the strategic plan initiatives and discuss several youth projects such as Adopt‑A‑Road, junior and senior projects, Love Locks, Blessings In A Backpack, and a Hurricane Expo debrief. No guest speaker or formal reports are scheduled. The meeting also includes a citizen input segment.

• Strategic Plan/Initiatives discussion
• Adopt‑A‑Road discussion
• Junior Project discussion
• Love Locks discussion and updates
• Hurricane Expo debrief

Community Development Block Grant Citizens Advisory Board

The Community Development Block Grant Citizens Advisory Board will review the proposed 2025‑2029 HUD Consolidated Plan and its analysis of impediments to fair housing choice. It will also evaluate the 2025‑2026 CDBG applications, including staff and board funding recommendations. The meeting includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, and a brief public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Review of Proposed 2025‑2029 HUD Consolidated Plan and fair‑housing analysis
• Consideration of CDBG 2025‑2026 Applications
• Staff Funding Recommendation for CDBG projects
• Citizens Advisory Board Funding Recommendation for CDBG projects
• Public comment limited to three minutes per individual

The Citizens Advisory Board accepted the staff funding recommendations, including a 1.9% increase for the 2025 CDBG program, with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. The board also adopted the agenda and approved the April 11, 2025 minutes by voice vote. No other actions were taken.

• Accepted staff funding recommendations (1.9% increase) (4‑0)
• Adopted agenda as presented (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved April 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Moved Citizens Input to the beginning of the meeting (unanimous)

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission will examine proposed revisions to the City Charter. Items include Article IV sections on council and mayor structure and compensation, Article VII on financial procedures, and Article VIII on elections. The meeting also provides up to 30 minutes for public comments on the charter analysis.

• Review of Article IV, Sections 4.08‑4.21 (council, mayor, compensation, expenses)
• Review of Article VII (financial procedures)
• Review of Article VIII (elections)
• Public input – maximum 30 minutes, 3 minutes per individual
• Adoption of agenda and approval of May 23, 2025 meeting minutes

The Charter Review Commission adopted the meeting agenda by unanimous voice vote. The commission also approved the May 23, 2025 minutes, correcting a scrivener error that misidentified Commissioner McGrail. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; discussions on council compensation and related legislation remained informational.

• Adopted agenda (voice poll unanimous)
• Approved May 23, 2025 minutes with scrivener correction (voice poll unanimous)

City Council – Budget Workshop

The Cape Coral City Council held a budget workshop to present an overview of the FY2026 budget. A 60‑minute citizen‑input period was provided for public comments. The council also set the date for the next budget workshop on June 6, 2025 and noted a regular council meeting is planned for July 16, 2025, with the start time to be determined.

• FY2026 Budget Overview presentation (attachments: Budget Workshop - Budget Overview - CC2025110.pdf, Final Updated June Workshop.pdf)
• 60‑minute citizen input time (maximum 3 minutes per individual)
• Next budget workshop scheduled for Friday, June 6, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. in Council Chambers
• Regular City Council meeting scheduled for July 16, 2025; start time pending
• Motion to adjourn

Council members and staff discussed the FY2026 budget, revenue forecasts, and policy options such as the one‑year lookback for flood‑plain valuations. They reviewed staffing requests, the mobility fee proposal, and projected growth rates, but no motions were voted on or approved. The General Fund budget remains at zero pending further departmental submissions.

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on several ordinances, including Ordinance 24-25 that amends the commission's composition and compensation. It will also consider Ordinance 25-25 on public utility easements and fill limits, Ordinance 31-25 on the appeal process, and Ordinance 34-25 on vacation of rights‑of‑way contributions to the tree fund. An introduction to mobility fees will be presented as a separate agenda item.

• Introduction to Mobility Fees (PW2025093.pdf)
• Ordinance 24-25 – amendment to commission membership and compensation
• Ordinance 25-25 – changes to public utility easements and fill limitations
• Ordinance 31-25 – revisions to the appeal process and related review procedures
• Ordinance 34-25 – vacation of rights‑of‑way with contributions to the South Cape Tree Fund

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved Ordinance 25-25 with a 7‑0 vote, amending easement, fill, and HVAC placement requirements for new homes. A motion to approve Ordinance 24-25 failed 3‑4 and was subsequently denied by a 4‑3 vote. The commission then reopened Ordinance 24-25 for public input, which passed 7‑0. Ordinance 31-25, moving appeal authority to a Special Magistrate, was approved 7‑0. Ordinance 34-25, adjusting Tree Fund contributions, was also approved 7‑0.

• Approved Ordinance 25-25 (easement, fill, HVAC changes) – 7-0
• Failed to approve Ordinance 24-25 – 3-4
• Denied Ordinance 24-25 – 4-3
• Reopened Ordinance 24-25 for public input – 7-0
• Approved Ordinance 31-25 (appeal process shift) – 7-0
• Approved Ordinance 34-25 (Tree Fund contribution changes) – 7-0

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council meeting on June 4, 2025 will consider several resolutions. They will approve an amendment to the Jaycee Park improvement contract, award a $5.34 million contract for the Hancock Bridge Parkway storm‑drain improvement, and adopt contracts for spot paving, local road resurfacing, shoreline preservation, and other services. Additional items include a $2 million state grant for the Caloosahatchee Shoreline Preservation Project and a $500,000 plan‑review contract with CAP Government.

• Resolution 149-25: $5,342,669.33 contract to V&H Construction for Hancock Bridge Parkway Storm Drain Improvement
• Resolution 157-25: $5,226,057.38 contract to Preferred Materials, Inc. for FY25 Local Roads Resurfacing
• Resolution 156-25: $2,000,000 state grant for Caloosahatchee Shoreline Preservation Project (Yacht Club seawall reconstruction)
• Resolution 135-25: $280,070 amendment to Jaycee Park Improvements contract, total not to exceed $853,635
• Resolution 160-25: $500,000 annual contract with C.A.P. Government, Inc. for plan review and inspection services

The council adopted the agenda unanimously and approved the May 21, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved a series of resolutions authorizing contracts and a state grant, covering park improvements, storm‑drain work, spot paving, local road resurfacing, and a historic shoreline preservation project. The council also created new telecommunicator classifications in the Human Resources department.

• Adopted agenda as presented (8‑0)
• Approved minutes from the May 21, 2025 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Contract RCP2237 for Jaycee Park Improvement ($280,070)
• Awarded $5,088,256.50 contract to V&H Construction for Hancock Bridge Parkway Storm Drain Improvement
• Awarded $458,628.50 contract to Pavement Maintenance, LLC for FY 2025 Spot Paving Program
• Accepted $2,000,000 state grant for Cape Coral Historic Caloosahatchee Shoreline Preservation project
• Awarded $4,977,197.50 contract to Preferred Materials, Inc. for FY 2025 Local Roads Resurfacing
• Approved creation of Telecommunicator I, II, and III classifications (Human Resources)

Hearing Examiner

The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner will consider three applications: a request to rezone 0.34 acres at 1213 Academy Boulevard from Professional to Multi-Family Residential Low; a request by the City to vacate a 20‑ft wide platted alley at 5 NW 32nd Pl and 14 Burnt Store Rd N covering approximately 6,475 sq ft; and a request to rezone 22 sites totaling 5.10 acres at 1-111 SW 24th Pl and 2-110 El Dorado Blvd S from Single Family Residential to Commercial. The examiner will rule on each case or make recommendations based on staff reports. The next hearing is scheduled for July 1, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.

• RZN24-000013: Rezone 0.34 acres at 1213 Academy Blvd from Professional (P) to Multi‑Family Residential Low (RML)
• VAC25-000002: Vacate a 20‑ft wide platted alley at 5 NW 32nd Pl and 14 Burnt Store Rd N (≈6,475 sq ft)
• RZN25-000003: Rezone 22 sites (5.10 acres) at 1-111 SW 24th Pl and 2-110 El Dorado Blvd S from Single Family Residential (R‑1) to Commercial (C) District

The Hearing Examiner reviewed three cases: a rezoning request by Ascot Realty (RZN24-000013) and recommended denial; a vacation of easements (VAC25-000002) and recommended approval with conditions; and a rezoning request (RZN25-000003) and recommended approval. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hold a 60‑minute citizen input period and then discuss several agenda items: a hurricane season kickoff, naming rights and sponsorships for parks, the Utilities Extension Project manager, the CIAD potable water extension program, roadway options for NE 24th Avenue and Diplomat Parkway, the rental registration program with Ordinances 26‑25 and 27‑25, a boathouse lease, and the Sands Boulevard Bridge.

• Rental Registration Program – includes Ordinance 26‑25 and Ordinance 27‑25
• North 1 East UEP Roadway Options – NE 24th Avenue and Diplomat Parkway
• Sands Boulevard Bridge Discussion
• Utilities Extension Project – UEP Program Manager documents
• CIAD Potable Water Extension Program

The Cape Coral City Council reached consensus to move the Rental Registration Program discussion to the first agenda slot and to move the Sands Boulevard Bridge discussion to the second slot, each without objection. No votes, approvals, denials, or tabling of ordinances were recorded in the meeting. The meeting consisted mainly of citizen input and procedural adjustments.

• Moved Rental Registration Program discussion to agenda item 1 (consensus, no objection)
• Moved Sands Boulevard Bridge discussion to agenda item 2 (consensus, no objection)

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission will review and discuss Article V concerning the City Manager and Article VI concerning Administrative Departments as part of the ongoing charter review. The meeting also includes public input on the charter analysis, approval of minutes from May 12, 2025, and routine procedural items.

• Approval of May 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• 30 minutes of public input (3 minutes per individual) on charter analysis
• Review of Article V – City Manager (PDF attachments CC2025107)
• Review of Article VI – Administrative Departments (PDF attachments CC2025108)
• Future meeting scheduled for June 12, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. in Conference Room 220A

The commission adopted the agenda and approved the May 12 minutes by voice vote. Commissioners reached consensus to finish Charter sections 4, 7, and 8 at the next meeting. They decided remote participation would not be allowed for this meeting. The next meeting is set for June 12, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.

• Adopt agenda (voice poll ayes)
• Approve May 12 minutes (voice poll ayes)
• Consensus to complete Charter sections 4, 7, and 8 (no objection)
• Decision to disallow remote participation for this meeting
• Schedule next meeting for June 12, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will vote on a series of resolutions covering travel expense procedures, a $300,000 amendment to the CDBG One‑Year Action Plan, a $1,076,301 engineering contract for the North‑South Transfer Pump Station, a $2,794,750 purchase of additional vehicles and equipment, and several other contracts and service agreements. The agenda also includes approvals for landscape service master agreements, a business resiliency plan contract, new HR job classifications, and piggyback contracts for office supplies, pavement preservation, and telecommunications services. All items are presented for council approval or adoption at the May 21, 2025 regular meeting.

• Resolution 131-25: authorize purchase of additional vehicles and equipment up to $2,794,750
• Resolution 126-25: award AECOM engineering design services for North‑South Transfer Pump Station, not to exceed $1,076,301
• Resolution 121-25: substantial amendment to the 2024‑2025 CDBG One‑Year Action Plan, $300,000 funding
• Resolution 139-25: approve Staples office‑supplies purchase order under Sourcewell, estimated $200,000 annually
• Resolution 141-25: approve Pavement Technology contract for pavement preservation, estimated $500,000 annually

The council voted 7‑1 to adopt an agenda amendment that removed Consent Agenda Item 11 (Resolution 143‑25). Council members then agreed to place Ordinances 26‑25 and 27‑25 on the Committee of Whole agenda for May 28. Earlier, the minutes from the May 7 regular meeting were approved unanimously. Earlier motions to change procedures and to send the ordinances to COW had both failed.

• Motion to change procedure to send any seconded item to COW first failed (2‑6)
• Motion to send Ordinances 26‑25 and 27‑25 to COW failed (4‑4)
• Adopted agenda amendment removing Consent Agenda Item 11 (Resolution 143‑25) (7‑1)
• Added Ordinances 26‑25 and 27‑25 to Committee of Whole for May 28 (consensus)
• Approved minutes for the May 7, 2025 regular meeting (unanimous ayes)

Community Redevelopment Agency – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency will review a proposed budget for FY 2026 and a funding request for the Slipaway Food Truck Park and Marina. The body is also considering approvals for streetlight replacements and a demolition grant.

• CRA Resolution 10-25: Not to exceed $1,000,000 for streetlight replacement and standardization
• CRA Resolution 9-25: $30,750 demolition grant to Nautilus Equity Group, LLC for 4528 SE 15th Avenue
• FY 2026 Proposed Budget Presentation
• Funding eligibility determination for Slipaway Food Truck Park and Marina (TIF and BIG Grant)
• Information updates on Bimini East and Cape Coral Parkway Six-Laning

The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency adopted its agenda and approved the March 12 minutes. The board approved the FY 2026 budget, then amended it to move $75,000 from the decorative lighting project to create a new capital project for waterfront access at Founders Park. The Slipaway Food Truck Park funding request was postponed to the July 30 regular meeting.

• Adopt agenda (6-0)
• Approve March 12 minutes (6-0)
• Approve consent agenda, including demolition grant to Nautilus Equity Group ($30,750) (6-0)
• Approve FY 2026 proposed budget with caveat to transfer leftover FY 2025 funds to Founders Park dock (6-0)
• Amend FY 2026 budget to move $75,000 from decorative lighting project to new waterfront access capital project at Founders Park (6-0)
• Board consensus to remove all grant funding for private special events from FY 2026 budget
• Continue Slipaway Food Truck Park funding discussion to July 30, 2025 meeting (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Cape Coral Committee of the Whole will hold a 60‑minute citizen input period and then discuss several agenda items: Lean Government, Potential Preserve Sites – Yellow Fever Creek, City Council Regular Meeting Format, Residential Fill and Public Utility Easement Limitations, and Hurricane Storm Shutter Regulation. The meeting will also set the date and time for the next regular City Council meeting on May 21, 2025.

• Lean Government discussion (documents CC2025094.pdf, 5-8-2025-1-Expose-Lean Thinking.pdf)
• Potential Preserve Sites – Yellow Fever Creek (Council2025017.pdf)
• City Council Regular Meeting Format (Council2025020.pdf)
• Residential Fill and Public Utility Easement Limitations (CC2025091.pdf)
• Hurricane Storm Shutter Regulation Discussion (CC2025092.pdf)

The council polled members on whether to develop criteria for replacing about 14 acres of preserve land. Five members voted No, three voted maybe/yes, and the staff direction noted a majority to not move forward with the initiative. Council members also agreed to move the Citizens Input segment to the end of meetings and to use comment cards to capture contact information. These procedural changes were adopted without recorded opposition.

• Preserve‑land replacement initiative not moved forward (5 No, 3 maybe/yes)
• Adopted moving Citizens Input to end of meeting and using comment cards (unanimous agreement)

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Budget Workshop

The Charter School Authority Governing Board will present the Fiscal Year Proposed Budget and discuss budget and finance recommendations. Citizens will have up to 45 minutes for input, limited to three minutes per speaker. The board will also set a date for any future budget workshops before adjourning.

• Fiscal Year Proposed Budget Presentation (Budget Workshop #1 - Final.pdf)
• Budget Recommendations
• Finance Recommendations
• Citizens Input Time – 45 minutes total, 3 minutes per individual
• Motion to Adjourn

The Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board reviewed the FY2026 proposed operating budget of $37,919,940, a 7.81% increase over FY2025. No substantive budget or finance recommendations were adopted. The board agreed that a second budget workshop was not needed for this year. The meeting was adjourned at 4:36 p.m.

• Agreed no second budget workshop needed this year (no vote tally recorded)

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board is meeting to approve staffing positions, school policies, and recurring purchase orders for the 2025-2026 school year. The board will also discuss recommending revisions to Chapter 26 of the City of Cape Coral Code of Ordinances.

• Approval of recurring purchase orders exceeding $100,000 for Fiscal Year 2026 (CSA Resolution 9-25)
• Approval of job descriptions and salary ranges for an ESOL Coordinator (CSA Resolution 5-25)
• Approval of job descriptions and salary ranges for Before and Afterschool Program staff (CSA Resolution 6-25)
• Approval of NEOLA policies for the 2025-2026 school year (CSA Resolution 7-25)
• Recommendation to Mayor and City Council for revisions to Chapter 26 of the City Code (CSA Resolution 8-25)

The Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board unanimously approved four consent‑agenda resolutions covering staff job descriptions, NEOLA policies, and recurring purchase orders over $100,000. The board also approved a resolution acknowledging receipt of the 2024‑2025 Wellness Policy and accepted the superintendent’s performance evaluation with a 3.82 “highly effective” score.

• Approved CSA Resolution 5-25 (English for Speakers of Other Languages Coordinator) – unanimous voice poll
• Approved CSA Resolution 6-25 (Before and Afterschool Program staff) – unanimous voice poll
• Approved CSA Resolution 7-25 (NEOLA policies for 2025‑2026) – unanimous voice poll
• Approved CSA Resolution 9-25 (Recurring purchase orders > $100,000) – unanimous voice poll
• Approved CSA Resolution 10-25 (Acknowledged receipt of Wellness Policy) – unanimous voice poll
• Approved Superintendent Jacqueline Collins’ performance evaluation (score 3.82) – unanimous voice poll

Charter Review Commission

The Cape Coral Charter Review Commission will hold a 30‑minute public input session on the charter analysis, allowing three minutes per speaker. Afterward the commission will review Article III (Powers of the City) and Article IV (Government) of the city charter. The meeting also includes routine items such as adopting the agenda, approving the April 29, 2025 minutes, and setting the next meeting date.

• Public input – up to 30 minutes, 3 minutes per individual, on charter analysis
• Review of Article III – Powers of the City (attached documents)
• Review of Article IV – Government (attached documents)
• Approval of April 29, 2025 Charter Review Commission meeting minutes
• Adoption of agenda and scheduling of next meeting on May 23, 2025

The commission voted not to move forward with investigating a Strong Mayor form of government and will not add or remove members on the City Council. It also decided not to adopt Single Member Districts at this time. The commission assigned research tasks: City Clerk Bruns will research the history of City Manager salary negotiations, and Assistant City Attorney Frederickson will research termination‑payment rules and gather baseline data on comparable cities.

• Commission voted not to pursue Strong Mayor Form of Government research (survey result)
• Commission declined to add or subtract members on the City Council
• Commission declined to adopt Single Member Districts at this time
• City Clerk Bruns tasked to research City Manager salary negotiation history (report to be presented at next meeting)
• Assistant City Attorney Frederickson tasked to research termination‑payment rules (report to be presented)
• Assistant City Attorney Frederickson tasked to confirm termination‑payment amount (report to be presented)
• Assistant City Attorney Frederickson tasked to gather baseline data on comparable cities (report to be presented)
• Commission noted majority wants further discussion on Single Member Districts (no decision made yet)

Youth Council – Regular Meeting

The Youth Council will hold elections for Chair and Vice Chair and consider the adoption of amended Rules of Operations and Procedures. The body will also continue discussions regarding the 2025 Cape Coral Hurricane Expo.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Adoption of Amended Rules of Operations and Procedures
• Continued discussion of 2025 Cape Coral Hurricane Expo

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The Transportation Advisory Commission will review a public outreach plan for local roadway speed limits. The body will also receive updates on several road projects and a growth model workshop.

• Local Roadway Speed Limit Public Outreach
• Old Burnt Store Road Bike Lanes
• SR78 Update
• Hurricane Milton Update
• Interactive Growth Model Phase III

The commission adopted the amended agenda and approved the April 16 minutes by unanimous voice poll. Commissioners voted to recommend lowering a roadway speed limit to 40 mph and to forward that recommendation to the City Council. The commission also agreed to have Vice Chair Steinke raise the Del Prado median beautification issue at the upcoming City Council meeting.

• Adopted amended agenda (all ayes)
• Approved April 16 minutes (all ayes)
• Moved Interactive Growth Model Phase III before Business item (adopted)
• Recommended reducing speed limit to 40 mph and to bring recommendation before City Council (all ayes)
• Agreed for Vice Chair Steinke to present Del Prado median beautification to City Council (without objection)

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 21-25, Ordinance 23-25, and Ordinance 24-25. Ordinance 21-25 proposes changing the Future Land Use Map from Parks and Recreation to Public Facility for 3415‑3519 Oasis Boulevard. Ordinance 23-25 proposes changing the Future Land Use Map from Multi‑Family Residential to Commercial/Professional for 2307 Bolado Parkway. Ordinance 24-25 proposes amending the Land Development Code regarding the commission’s membership, vacancy, and compensation.

• Ordinance 21-25 (FLUM25-000002) – land use change for 3415‑3519 Oasis Blvd
• Ordinance 23-25 (FLUM24-000017) – land use change for 2307 Bolado Parkway
• Ordinance 24-25 – amendment to Land Development Code Section 2.1.2 on commission composition
• Public hearing on the three ordinances with staff recommendation of approval for 21‑25 and 23‑25
• Citizens input time limited to 30 minutes (3 minutes per individual)

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved Ordinance 21-25, changing the Future Land Use Map from Parks and Recreation to Public Facility for 3415‑3519 Oasis Boulevard (7‑0). It also unanimously approved Ordinance 23-25, changing the Future Land Use Map from Multi‑Family Residential to Commercial/Professional for 2307 Bolado Parkway (7‑0). A motion to approve Ordinance 24-25, which would set limits on commission members' professions, failed, and the board voted to continue discussion of that ordinance at the June 4 meeting (6‑1).

• Approved Ordinance 21-25 (FLUM25-000002) land‑use change to Public Facility (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-25 (FLUM24-000017) land‑use change to Commercial/Professional (7‑0)
• Motion to approve Ordinance 24-25 failed 2‑5
• Motion to approve Ordinance 24-25 with amendment failed 3‑4
• Motion to continue discussion on Ordinance 24-25 to June 4, 2025 carried 6‑1

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will vote on several contract approvals, including a $311,682 street‑sweeping service, a $275,543 turn‑lane construction at Yellow Fever Creek, and a $300,000 supply purchase from Grainger. It will also consider an amendment that raises the Oasis Sports Fields design contract to a total of $1,359,996 and a $1,127,933 grant and city‑fund match for Fire Station 10 design. Additionally, a zoning ordinance will reclassify two parcels on SW 5th Street from residential multi‑family to commercial.

• Resolution 72‑25 – $311,682.24 piggyback contract with USA Services for city‑wide street sweeping (4‑year term)
• Resolution 113‑25 – $275,543 contract to Newson Construction for a turn lane at Yellow Fever Creek
• Resolution 114‑25 – Amendment 1 to Oasis Sports Fields design contract, increasing total to $1,359,996.06
• Resolution 137‑25 – $1,000,000 state grant plus $127,933 city funds for Fire Station 10 design ($1,127,933 total)
• Ordinance 16‑25 – Rezoning of 1466 SW 5th St and 1470 SW 5th St from RML to Commercial

The council adopted the amended agenda unanimously and approved the minutes from the April meetings. Council members appointed seven junior and three senior Youth Council members, plus an advisor, with votes of 7‑1, 8‑0 and 8‑0 respectively. The council also approved a $311,682.24 city‑wide street‑sweeping contract and a $256,319 turn‑lane construction contract for Yellow Fever Creek.

• Adopted agenda as amended (8‑0)
• Approved April 9 Special Meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Approved April 16 Regular Meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Appointed seven junior Youth Council members (7‑1)
• Appointed three senior Youth Council members (8‑0)
• Appointed Tom Hayden as Youth Council advisor (8‑0)
• Approved street‑sweeping contract with USA Services of Florida for $311,682.24
• Approved turn‑lane contract with Newson Construction for $256,319

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will consider five applications at the May 6, 2025 meeting. These include a request by Lennar Homes to vacate 1.23 acres of street right‑of‑way, the City of Cape Coral’s rezoning of 14.2 acres from Single‑Family Residential to Institutional, Ascot Realty’s rezoning of 0.34 acres from Professional to Multi‑Family Residential Low, Car Wash Headquarters’ request for a 2.91‑foot buffer deviation, and Quattrone & Associates’ request to vacate alley and utility easements. Each case will be presented, heard, and a decision or recommendation will be made by the Hearing Examiner.

• VAC24-000013: Lennar Homes seeks to vacate 53,599 sq ft (1.23 acres) of street ROW at 3710 NE 19th Pl and 3720 E Gator Circle.
• RZN23-000018: City of Cape Coral requests rezoning of 14.2 acres within a 198.7‑acre site from R‑1 to Institutional at 3115 Del Prado Blvd North.
• RZN24-000013: Ascot Realty Acquisitions USE LLC requests rezoning of 0.34 acres from Professional (P) to Multi‑Family Residential Low (RML) at 1213 Academy Blvd.
• DEV25-000002: Car Wash Headquarters requests a buffer deviation of 2.91 ft (proposing 12.09 ft) along the eastern property line at 318 NE 16th Place.
• VAC24-000012: Quattrone & Associates seeks to vacate 5,600 sq ft of a 20‑ft alley and 1,644 sq ft of utility easements at 1130 NE 7th Terrace and 1201 NE 7th Street.

The examiner recommended that the City of Cape Coral's rezoning request (RZN23-000018) be approved and forwarded to Council. She also recommended approval of several land‑use requests, including a street easement vacation (VAC24-000012), a parcel deviation (DEV25-000002), and a vacation of a platted easement (VAC24-000013). The vacation request for Ascot Realty (RZN24-000013) was continued to the June 3 hearing. No final council actions were taken at this hearing.

• Recommended approval of rezoning request RZN23-000018 (City of Cape Coral)
• Recommended approval of alley vacation VAC24-000012 (Quattrone & Associates)
• Recommended approval of deviation request DEV25-000002 (Car Wash Headquarters)
• Recommended approval of easement vacation VAC24-000013 (Lennar Homes)
• Continued vacation request RZN24-000013 (Ascot Realty) to June 3, 2025

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission will meet on April 29, 2025 at 9:00 AM in the Council Chambers. Commissioners will receive public input, a Sunshine Laws presentation, and discuss the proposed 2025 meeting schedule. The commission will elect a Chair and Vice Chair and review its role, responsibilities, and goals. Future meeting dates and locations will be considered.

• Public input session (max 30 minutes, 3 minutes per individual)
• Sunshine Laws presentation by the City Attorney's Office
• Proposed 2025 meeting schedule (CRC Meeting Calendar – CC2025079.pdf)
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion of future meeting time and place (TBD)

The commission adopted its agenda and approved the 2025 meeting schedule unanimously. Commissioners elected Leon as Chair and Apking as Vice Chair, each with a 7‑0 vote. They also voted 7‑0 to move future meetings to a different room and set the next meeting for May 12, 2025, with the location to be determined.

• Adopt agenda (7-0)
• Approve 2025 meeting schedule (7-0)
• Appoint Leon as Chair (7-0)
• Appoint Apking as Vice Chair (7-0)
• Change meeting location to a different room (7-0)
• Set next meeting for May 12, 2025 (location TBD)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hold a series of discussions regarding city administration and safety programs. The meeting includes presentations on financial auditing and floodplain management.

• Discussion on National Flood Insurance Program and Community Rating System
• Charter Review Commission recommendations and meeting frequency
• City Auditor's presentation on types of audits
• External audit results of City’s ACFR as of September 30, 2024
• Workshop on Budget Development to Financial Reporting (Part 4 of 4)

The Committee of the Whole reached consensus, without objection, to have the Charter Review Commission submit a report each month covering the prior month's work. The Council Liaison will present that report at a future COW meeting. No other formal actions were taken.

• Agreed to receive monthly CRC reports (consensus, no objection)

Selection Advisory Committee

The Cape Coral Selection Advisory Committee will meet on April 22, 2025 to discuss RFP# RCP24175LC for the design of the NE 27th Lane roadway extension and optional services. The agenda also includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, and setting the next meeting date. No minutes are pending approval.

• Discussion of RFP# RCP24175LC design for NE 27th Lane Roadway Extension and optional services
• Approval of minutes – none
• Date and time of future meeting set for May 20, 2025 at 1:30 p.m.
• Motion to adjourn

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The commission will review updates on several transportation projects, including CRA improvements, mobility studies, Sands Bridge, and corridor upgrades. It will also receive informational briefings on micromobility, lane repurposing, and MPO legislative impacts. No formal actions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• CRA Improvements – presentation by Zach Gogel
• Sands Bridge Update – presentation by Bryan VandeWalker
• Cape Coral Parkway Update – presentation by Wendy Williams
• Lane Repurposing (Educational) – presentation by Laura Dodd
• MPO Update Legislative Items – presentation by Donald Scott

The commission adopted the meeting agenda and approved the March 5, 2025 minutes by voice vote, with all members in favor. Commissioners reached consensus, without objection, to proceed with a live demonstration of micromobility devices. They also agreed, without objection, to move forward with all microtransit options presented.

• Adopted agenda (voice poll, all ayes)
• Approved March 5, 2025 meeting minutes (voice poll, all ayes)
• Approved live demonstration of micromobility devices (consensus, no objection)
• Approved all microtransit options presented (consensus, no objection)

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes multiple contract approvals and resolutions. Major items include a $2,815,756.39 design contract with Hazen & Sawyer for the Everest Water Reclamation Headworks rehabilitation, an $820,778.36 stormwater analysis contract with Kimley‑Horn for 4003 Palm Tree Boulevard, and a $117,900 change order to Baker Tilly for an expanded classification and compensation study. Additional approvals cover a $201,267 integration services contract with U.S. Water Services (BCI Technologies), a $872,470 sidewalk construction LAP with FDOT on SW Santa Barbara Place, and various other agreements, a replat, and grant awards.

• Award $2,815,756.39 contract to Hazen & Sawyer for Everest Water Reclamation Headworks design
• Award $820,778.36 contract to Kimley‑Horn for stormwater analysis at 4003 Palm Tree Boulevard
• Approve $117,900 change order to Baker Tilly for expanded classification and compensation study
• Award $201,267 contract to U.S. Water Services (BCI Technologies) for professional integration services
• Approve $872,470 LAP with FDOT for sidewalks on SW Santa Barbara Place

The Cape Coral City Council adopted the meeting agenda and approved the minutes from the April 2 meeting. It approved several contracts, including a $2,815,756.39 design contract for the Everest Water Reclamation Headworks Rehabilitation project. Additional approvals covered storm‑water analysis, a change order for a compensation study, integration services, Lean Government consulting, and a police software purchase. All actions were approved by the Council.

• Adopted agenda as amended (8‑0)
• Approved April 2 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $820,778.36 stormwater analysis contract (Resolution 376-24)
• Approved $38,000 change order for compensation study (Resolution 39-25)
• Approved $2,815,756.39 water reclamation design contract (Resolution 60-25)
• Approved $201,267 integration services contract (Resolution 70-25)
• Approved $165,000 Lean Government consulting contract (Resolution 115-25)
• Approved $175,000 police software contract (Resolution 111-25)

Youth Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Youth Council will hold its regular meeting to hear a guest speaker, present the Youth Council Excellence Award, and discuss several ongoing projects and updates, including the Senior Project, Blessings in a Backpack, Love Locks, and the vacancy application. The council will also receive citizen input, a quarterly report, and a briefing on the City of Cape Coral Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon. Additional items include an advisor presentation and reflections from council members.

• Guest speaker: 2025 Cape Coral Hurricane Expo
• Youth Council Excellence Award Presentation
• Senior Project Debrief
• Blessings in a Backpack Continued Discussion
• Love Locks Project Continued Discussion

Community Development Block Grant Citizens Advisory Board

The Citizens Advisory Board will elect a chair and vice‑chair. It will review the Community Development Block Grant program and consider the 2025‑2029 Consolidated Plan along with the FY 25‑26 grant cycle schedule. The board will also hear public comments on community development needs and priorities.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Discussion Presentation
• Consolidated Plan 2025‑2029
• FY 25‑26 CDBG Grant Cycle Schedule
• Public Comment on Community Development Needs and Priorities

The advisory board adopted the agenda and approved the May 31, 2024 meeting minutes. Members voted to keep McGrail as Chair and Proulx as Vice Chair. The next meeting was set for June 13, 2025 at 11:00 a.m.

• Adopted agenda (voice poll, all ayes)
• Approved May 31, 2024 minutes (voice poll, all ayes)
• Appointed McGrail as Chair (4-0 vote)
• Appointed Proulx as Vice Chair (4-0 vote)
• Scheduled next CDBG meeting for June 13, 2025 at 11:00 a.m.

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will elect a Chair and Vice Chair. It will review a Policy Based Incentives presentation. The Committee will also schedule its next meeting for July 24, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. in the Public Works Operations Center at 815 Nicholas Parkway E.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Policy Based Incentives Presentation
• Scheduling of next meeting on July 24, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. at 815 Nicholas Parkway E

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee adopted the agenda by unanimous voice poll. The minutes from the October 3, 2024 and February 27, 2025 meetings were each approved unanimously (5-0). Members Schwartz and Senatore were appointed Chair and Vice Chair respectively, each by a 5-0 vote. The committee voted 5-0 to continue working on the policy‑based incentives presented by the City Planning Manager.

• Adopt agenda (unanimous voice poll)
• Approve October 3, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Approve February 27, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Appoint Member Schwartz as Chair (5-0)
• Appoint Member Senatore as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Continue with policy‑based incentives (5-0)
• Schedule next meeting for July 24, 2025
• Adjourn meeting (procedural)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hold a citizens input period and discuss several topics, including the City of Cape Coral balance of payments with Lee County, an update on the Bimini East project, consolidation of parking regulations, and the third part of a budget development to financial reporting workshop. The meeting will also set dates for future council meetings.

• City of Cape Coral Balance of Payments with Lee County
• Bimini East Update
• Consolidation of Parking Regulations
• From Budget Development to Financial Reporting – Part 3 of 4
• Scheduling of future council meetings

The council reached consensus, without objection, to have City Attorney Boksner draft a uniform parking ordinance that consolidates existing regulations into a new Article 12. The draft will be presented at a future Committee of the Whole meeting for further review, taking into account the pending RFP for third‑party enforcement. Other agenda items, such as the Lee County balance of payments study and the Bimini East update, were discussed for information only.

• Approve consolidation of parking regulations into new Article 12 (consensus, no objection)

City Council – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will hold interviews and make selections for the Charter Review Commission. A 60‑minute Citizens Input period is scheduled for residents to comment on city matters. The council also set the date and time for the next regular meeting on April 16, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.

• Charter Review Commission Interviews and Selections (Agenda Item 5)
• Citizens Input Time – up to 60 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker
• Future Regular Meeting scheduled for April 16, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.

Council voted 8-0 to appoint seven members—Rendolyn Amaker, Donald Apking, Vincent Cautero, Edwin Estes, Richard Leon, Kevin McGrail, and Andrew Sund—to the Charter Review Commission. The council also voted 8-0 to appoint Liza King and Dewayne Moore as alternate members. A regular commission meeting was scheduled for April 16, 2025 at 5:00 p.m., and charter‑review discussion was added to the Council‑of‑the‑Week meeting on April 23. The council liaison will appear on the April 16 agenda.

• Appointed seven members to Charter Review Commission – vote 8-0
• Appointed Liza King and Dewayne Moore as alternate members – vote 8-0
• Approved 2‑minute time allotment per candidate for interviews – majority in favor
• Scheduled regular Charter Review Commission meeting for April 16, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.
• Added charter‑review discussion to Council‑of‑the‑Week meeting on April 23, 2025
• Set Council Liaison to appear on the April 16 regular meeting agenda
• Alternate selection tallies: King 7, Moore 5, Sheppard 3, Thomas‑Fernandez 1

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Charter School Authority Governing Board will consider approving add pay compensation for employees and the job description and salary range for an Athletic Trainer at Oasis Middle and High Schools. The meeting also includes a request to schedule a budget workshop for May.

• Approval of add pay compensation for Charter School Authority employees
• Approval of Athletic Trainer job description and salary range
• Request to schedule a Budget Workshop for May 13, 2025
• Review of Evergreen Solutions, LLC Project Status Report
• Approval of March 11, 2025 meeting minutes

The governing board unanimously approved CSA Resolution 4-25, which adds pay compensation and stipends for staff taking on extra duties for the 2025‑2026 school year. It also approved CSA Resolution 3-25, establishing the job description and salary range for an Athletic Trainer serving Oasis Middle and High Schools. Both resolutions passed by voice poll with all "ayes". The board also approved the March 11 minutes and the agenda as presented.

• Approved CSA Resolution 4-25 adding pay compensation and stipends for employees with additional responsibilities – Voice Poll: All "ayes"
• Approved CSA Resolution 3-25 creating the Athletic Trainer position and salary range for Oasis Middle and High Schools – Voice Poll: All "ayes"
• Approved minutes of the March 11, 2025 meeting – Voice Poll: All "ayes"
• Approved the agenda as presented – Voice Poll: All "ayes"

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 14-25, which amends the Comprehensive Plan by changing the Future Land Use Map from Mixed Use (MX) to Mixed Use Ten (MUX) for the property at 3561 De Navarra Parkway. The commission will also consider an applicant interview to fill one vacant alternate commissioner seat. Routine items include adopting the agenda, approving the February 5, 2025 meeting minutes, and setting a 30‑minute citizen input period.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 14-25 (FLUM24-000014) to rezone 3561 De Navarra Parkway
• Applicant interview for one vacant Alternate Commissioner position
• Approval of February 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Adoption of agenda
• 30‑minute citizen input time

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend Renee Ann Lemieux for the alternate member vacancy. It also voted 5-1 to recommend approval of Ordinance 14-25, which would change the Future Land Use Map from Mixed Use to Mixed Use Ten at 3561 De Navarra Parkway. Both recommendations are subject to final approval by the City Council. The agenda and February 5 minutes were adopted unanimously.

• Adopt agenda as presented (voice poll unanimous)
• Approve February 5, 2025 minutes (voice poll unanimous)
• Recommend Renee Ann Lemieux for alternate member vacancy (6-0)
• Recommend approval of Ordinance 14-25 (5-1)

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council will review a consent agenda featuring multiple public works contracts, including road resurfacing and hurricane-related repairs. The body is also considering new collective bargaining agreements for city employees and several property acquisitions.

• Resolution 399-24: $7,076,500 for hurricane repairs and city projects via Sourcewell JOC program
• Resolution 86-25: $4,433,277.31 to OHLA USA Inc. for resurfacing 25 lane miles of major roads
• Resolution 85-25: Collective Bargaining Agreements with IUPAT Local 2301 ($7,547,404 for Year 1)
• Resolution 81-25: $848,967 to Salgado Tree Trimming, LLC for peppertree and exotic vegetation removal
• Resolution 88-25: $57,500 purchase of 3635 Andalusia Boulevard for Weir #19 maintenance access

The City Council adopted the agenda (8‑0) and approved the March 5 minutes unanimously. A motion to remove the concessionaire building at Jaycee Park and end the concessionaire agreement passed 7‑1. A subsequent motion on the same issue failed 1‑7.

• Adopt agenda as presented – motion carried 8-0
• Approve March 5, 2025 regular meeting minutes – unanimous ayes
• Remove concessionaire building and end concessionaire at Jaycee Park – motion carried 7-1
• Opposite motion on concessionaire at Jaycee Park – motion failed 1-7

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will hold a hearing on April 1, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers. Two applications will be reviewed: a Lennar Homes, LLC project at 3710 NE 19th Pl and 3720 East Gator Circle (Case VAC24‑000013) and a project by Eric Feichthaler at 701 Mohawk Pkwy (Case RZN25‑000001). The examiner may issue a ruling or recommendation after staff presentations and public comments. The next hearing is scheduled for May 6, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.

• Case VAC24‑000013 – Lennar Homes, LLC – 3710 NE 19th Pl and 3720 East Gator Circle
• Case RZN25‑000001 – Eric Feichthaler – 701 Mohawk Pkwy
• Hearing scheduled for April 1, 2025, 9:00 a.m. in Council Chambers
• Next hearing date set for May 6, 2025, 9:00 a.m.

The Hearing Examiner granted a continuance for case VAC24-000013 (3710 NE 19 PI and 3720 E Gator Circle) to May 6, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. The rezoning request for 701 Mohawk Pkwy. was recommended for approval, but no final decision was recorded.

• Continuance granted for case VAC24-000013 to May 6, 2025
• Recommendation to approve rezoning at 701 Mohawk Pkwy.

Youth Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Youth Council will hold its regular meeting to review a stakeholder focus group presentation for the Parks Master Plan, debrief recent junior and senior projects, and continue discussions on community programs such as Blessings in a Backpack, Love Locks, and the upcoming Hurricane Expo. The council will also receive updates on the vacancy application, legislative action days, and the Excellence Award program. No formal decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Stakeholder/Focus Group presentation for the Parks Master Plan
• Junior Project Debrief
• Blessings in a Backpack Continued Discussion
• Love Locks Project Continued Discussion
• 2025 Cape Coral Hurricane Expo

Community Redevelopment Agency – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency will vote on a third amendment to its reimbursement agreement with the South Cape Hospitality & Entrainment Association, adding $84,809.70 and raising the total contract to $211,537.70 for fire suppression system relocation. The board will also consider expanding the Breaking Barriers To Business grant program to cover Florida Building Code and Fire Prevention Code improvements. Two special event sponsorships—$5,000 for the Red White and Boom July 4 event and $3,959 for the Touch A Truck event on April 5—will be approved. Staff reports on the Cape Coral Parkway six‑laning project and the Bimini East development will be presented.

• CRA Resolution 5-25 amendment: $84,809.70 added to fire suppression relocation contract, total $211,537.70
• CRA Resolution 6-25 amendment: expands B2B Grant Program to include required building and fire code improvements
• Approval of $5,000 sponsorship for Red White and Boom event (July 4, 2025)
• Approval of $3,959 sponsorship for Touch A Truck event (April 5, 2025)
• Staff report on Cape Coral Parkway six‑laning project (project update)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hold discussions on city budget processes and floodplain management policies. The body will also review design options for intersections and roundabouts for North 1 East and North 3 UEP roadways.

• Discussion on Budget Development to Financial Reporting (Part 2 of 4)
• Overview of Floodplain Management Policy: Special Flood Hazard Area
• North 1 East UEP Roadway Options regarding intersections and roundabouts
• North 3 UEP Roadway Cross-section Options regarding roundabouts and design

Audit Committee

The Cape Coral Audit Committee will meet to approve minutes from January 2025 and review the status of the city's real estate property inventory. The committee will also discuss the proposed schedule for future meetings.

• Approval of January 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• Real Estate Property Inventory Status Update
• Audit Committee Meeting Schedule discussion
• City Auditor’s Office Update Report
• Future meeting set for May 14, 2025

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Charter School Authority Governing Board will meet to discuss administrative updates. The board is reviewing a revised job description and salary range for the Transportation Coordinator and an amended master meetings calendar for the 2025 school year.

• Approval of updated Charter School Authority Transportation job description and salary range
• Approval of Amended Master Meetings Calendar SY 2025
• Approval of February 11, 2025, meeting minutes

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will meet to vote on a consent agenda featuring multiple infrastructure and public safety contracts. Key items include utility upgrades, police department technology, and land acquisition for canal maintenance.

• Contract with Quality Enterprises USA, Inc. for Plato Canal Force Main Aerial Crossing Replacement: $912,087.50
• Purchase of 306 NE 15th Terrace for a potential future boat ramp site: $61,500
• Installation of a video wall and software for the Police Department Tactical and Intelligence analytic center: $366,338
• Lake Kennedy Senior Center Parking Lot resurfacing and ADA improvements: $207,088.84
• Professional engineering for median improvements on Skyline Blvd, Surfside Blvd, Shelby Pkwy, and Viscaya Pkwy: $187,362

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Transportation Advisory Commission will hold a regular meeting on March 5, 2025 to discuss several ongoing projects and updates. Topics include a median beautification and Florida-friendly landscape presentation, an update on State Road 78, a Metro Planning Organization briefing, a report on traffic signs after Hurricane Milton, and educational sessions on land‑development code revisions for mobility. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Median Beautification Florida Friendly Landscape discussion – presentation by City Arborist Omar Leon
• State Road 78 update – presentation by David Turley, Florida Department of Transportation
• Metro Planning Organization (MPO) update – presentation by Laura Dodd, Principal Planner
• Hurricane Milton traffic sign report – presentation by Wendy Williams, Principal Engineer
• Land Development Code revisions for mobility – educational discussion led by Laura Dodd

Joint Workshop – City Council – Youth Council

The Cape Coral City Council and Youth Council will meet for a joint workshop to discuss several broad topics. The session includes a designated time for citizen input on city government matters.

• Discussion on Public Relations
• Discussion on Development
• Discussion on the Future of Cape Coral
• Citizens Input Time (maximum 60 minutes)

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will conduct a public hearing on seven pending applications. Cases include one development permit (1418 SW 43rd St.), two waterway boat lift cover requests (5355 Colonade Ct. and 150 SW 50th St.), one variance (1130 SW 43rd St.), and three rezoning requests (1224 Country Club Blvd., 1207 SE 8th Pl., and 1466‑1470 SW 5th St.). Staff will present recommendations and the examiner may approve, deny, or recommend further action. The next hearing is scheduled for April 1, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.

• DEV24-000002 – 1418 SW 43rd St. – development permit
• DEV24-000006 – 5355 Colonade Ct. – waterway boat lift cover request
• DEV24-000008 – 150 SW 50th St. – waterway boat lift cover request
• VAC24-000007 – 1130 SW 43rd St. – variance request
• RZN24-000005 – 1224 Country Club Blvd. – rezoning request

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also discuss the roles and responsibilities of the committee and the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion of AHAC Roles and Responsibilities and the 2025 Schedule
• Approval of October 3, 2024 meeting minutes

Committee of the Whole

The Cape Coral Committee of the Whole will hold a 60‑minute citizen input period and then discuss several agenda topics. Items include updates on the Cape Coral Fire Department accreditation, a follow‑up discussion on the solid waste collection request for proposal, and a presentation on budget development to financial reporting. Additional discussions cover commercial vehicle parking, polling site regulations, and a round‑table session. The meeting will also set the date and time for the next City Council meeting.

• Cape Coral Fire Department Accreditation Updates
• Solid Waste Collection Request for Proposal (RFP) Discussion Follow Up
• Part 1 of 4 – From Budget Development to Financial Reporting workshop
• Commercial Vehicle Parking discussion
• Polling Site Regulations discussion

Joint Workshop – City Council – Charter School Authority Governing Board

The Cape Coral City Council and the Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board are holding a joint workshop. The primary purpose of the meeting is to discuss the Oasis Sports Complex.

• Discussion of Oasis Sports Fields 30% Presentation

City Council – Regular Meeting

The City Council will review a consent agenda featuring several public works contracts and land acquisitions for owl habitat preservation. The body is also deciding on the donation of 14 properties to Habitat for Humanity for single-family home development.

• Donation of 14 properties to Habitat for Humanity of Lee and Hendry Counties ($545,851)
• HVAC equipment installation for Fire Stations 1, 8, and 9 ($754,822)
• Purchase of five properties for burrowing owl habitat preservation (totaling approx. $345,000)
• Contract for Area 10 Greenscape Landscape Maintenance with P&T Lawn and Tractor Services, Inc. ($162,670)
• Sole source agreement with South Florida Emergency Vehicle, LLC for fire equipment repair ($400,000 annually for FY25 and FY26)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hold a citizen input session and discuss several agenda items, including the proposed renaming of Seahawk Park, a land‑use amendment for the Burnt Store area (Ord 78‑24), guidelines for residential fencing materials, presentation of 2024 short‑term rental data, and updates on city boards, committees, and commissions. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; the items are slated for discussion.

• Renaming of Seahawk Park to Festival Park
• Burnt Store Future Land Use Amendment (Ord 78‑24)
• Residential fencing materials guidelines
• 2024 short‑term rental data presentation
• Boards, committees, and commissions updates

Community Redevelopment Agency – Special Meeting

The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency is holding a special meeting to discuss the South Cape Street Banner Policy. The agenda includes a review of a banner program waiver related to City Resolution 33-21.

• South Cape Street Banner Policy (CRA2025017)
• City Resolution 33-21 banner program waiver

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Charter School Authority Governing Board will discuss a class parity adjustment plan to address internal salary compression. The board is also reviewing playground replacement projects and class size reduction compliance plans.

• Resolution 2-25: Class Parity Adjustment Plan with an estimated 2025 cost of $1,470,060.88
• Oasis Elementary North playground replacement: $228,120.20
• Oasis Elementary South playground replacement: $223,081.25
• Acceptance of $70,000.00 donation from Gunterberg Charitable Foundation and Culliton Family for STEM Innovation Program
• 2024-2025 Class Size Reduction Compliance Plans for Oasis Elementary North and Oasis Middle School

Youth Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Youth Council will hold its regular meeting to discuss ongoing junior and senior projects, review the Cape Charter Schools meeting, consider a vacancy application, and address the FLC Youth Council Excellence Award. The agenda also includes an advisor presentation, a quarterly report, and citizen input time. No formal decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Junior Project Continued Discussion
• Senior Project Continued Discussion
• Cape Charter Schools Meeting Review
• Youth Council Vacancy Application Discussion
• FLC Youth Council Excellence Award

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The Transportation Advisory Commission will review updates on SR‑78, the Metropolitan Planning Organization, and the Hurricane Milton signage report. It will also hear presentations on a traffic‑signal warrant analysis, growth impacts on transportation, an interactive growth model, and a new mobility plan with associated fees. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• SR‑78 Update – presented by Laura Dodd
• Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Update – presented by Laura Dodd
• Traffic Signal Warrant Analysis – presented by Laura Dodd
• Mobility Plan and Fee Introduction Presentation – presented by Jonathan Paul
• Hurricane Milton Sign Report – presented by Wendy Williams

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes several contract approvals, the largest being a $2,500,000 purchase and delivery of water, sewer and irrigation materials for the utilities department. Other items include a $746,788.88 sidewalk and turn‑lane project on Nelson Road, a $173,991 HVAC installation contract, a $170,148.75 reforestation contract, and a $30 M charter‑school bond issuance. The meeting also features public hearings on rezoning, easements, and access‑control ordinances, as well as appointments to the Community Development Block Grant board.

• Approve $2,500,000 contract for water, sewer and irrigation materials (Resolution 38-25)
• Approve $746,788.88 Nelson Road sidewalk and Nicholas Parkway turn‑lane construction (Resolution 35-25)
• Approve $173,991 HVAC installation work authorization (Resolution 33-25)
• Approve $170,148.75 Southeast Cape Coral reforestation contract (Resolution 24-25)
• Authorize up to $30,000,000 charter‑school bond issuance for Heritage Charter Academy (Resolution 43-25)

Planning and Zoning Commission – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on two ordinances. Ordinance 85-24 proposes amending the Comprehensive Plan to allow a portion of Yellow Fever Creek Regional Park to be used for an essential service facility. Ordinance 6-25 seeks to reclassify 14.24 acres at 3115 Del Prado Boulevard North from Parks and Recreation to Public Facilities. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and election of commission officers.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 85-24 (Yellow Fever Creek Regional Park essential service facility)
• Public hearing on Ordinance 6-25 (land use change for 3115 Del Prado Blvd N, 14.24 acres)
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair of the commission
• Approval of minutes from the December 11, 2024 meeting
• 30‑minute citizen input period (3 minutes per individual)

Hearing Examiner

The Cape Coral Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on February 4, 2025 to review three applications: a variance request by Windward Construction at 5380 and 5374 Colonade Court, a rezoning request by Quality Home Estate Inc. at 4424 SW 15th Place, and a rezoning request by the City of Cape Coral at 801 Whispering Pines Road. The examiner will hear presentations, staff recommendations, and public comments before making a recommendation or decision. The next hearing is scheduled for March 4, 2025.

• Case VAC24-000011 – Windward Construction – 5380 & 5374 Colonade Ct
• Case RZN24-000002 – Quality Home Estate Inc. – 4424 SW 15th Pl
• Case RZN24-000007 – City of Cape Coral – 801 Whispering Pines Rd

City Council – Budget Workshop

The Cape Coral City Council will hold a budget workshop to review the South Florida Water Management District aquifer study, utilities extension project status, utilities master plan, strategic plan updates, performance measures, and overall council direction for fiscal years 2026‑2028. Citizens will have up to 60 minutes for input. No formal decisions are indicated; the items are for discussion and status updates.

• South Florida Water Management District – Aquifer (FY 2026‑2030 Winter Workshop)
• Utilities Extension Project Status Update
• Utilities Master Plan
• Strategic Plan – status and update discussion
• Council direction for FY 2026‑FY 2028

City Council – Budget Workshop

The City Council is conducting a budget kickoff workshop to discuss financial planning and growth. The session includes reviews of debt credit ratings, fund balances, and various city master plans.

• FY 2026-2030 Winter Workshop Day #1
• Debt Credit Ratings review
• Interactive Growth Model presentation
• Transportation, Parks, Fire, and Police Master Plans
• Discussion on Charter Schools

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will consider a series of resolutions on its Jan 22, 2025 regular meeting. Items include a $15,391,375.29 amendment to the Police Department Training Facility contract, a $3.5 million single‑source water‑meter contract, and several other procurement and service agreements. The council will vote on these items as part of the consent agenda.

• Resolution 382-24: Amend contract with Kaufman Lynn Construction, raising GMP to $15,391,375.29 and adding $432,765.69 to the Police Training Facility project cost.
• Resolution 3-25: Approve single‑source contract with Ferguson Enterprises for Neptune water meters, up to $3,500,000 annually.
• Resolution 15-25: Approve purchase of a RapidView Camera from Jet‑Vac Equipment Company for $246,471.36.
• Resolution 22-25: Approve Amendment #1 with Wright Construction for Cape Coral Yacht Club Improvement, adding $1,202,049.92 to the contract.
• Resolution 34-25: Approve change order for Hagerty Consulting Services, not to exceed $553,500, raising total project amount to $647,200.

Community Redevelopment Agency – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Community Redevelopment Agency will adopt a budget amendment for FY 2025, award a $346,036.50 contract to Bateman Contracting for Palm Tree median curb work, and approve an interlocal agreement for enhanced code‑enforcement services. The agency also authorizes a $150,000 annual amendment for contingent staffing through the Government Purchasing Cooperative.

• CRA Resolution 1-25 – Budget Amendment #1 for FY 2025 CRA budget
• CRA Resolution 2-25 – Contract #BCR2418KMR awarded to Bateman Contracting, LLP for Palm Tree Median Curbing, total $346,036.50
• CRA Resolution 3-25 – Interlocal agreement with the City of Cape Coral for enhanced code‑enforcement services
• CRA Resolution 4-25 – Amendment to Contract #PCR2477KMR for up to $150,000 annual contingent staffing

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation of the Economic Development Strategic Plan. It will also discuss branding and naming for the Lake Kennedy Racquet Center, the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, temporary boat parking relief on the Southwest Spreader Waterway, and the Charter Review Commission. No formal actions or votes are listed; the items are for discussion and public input.

• Economic Development Strategic Plan presentation
• Lake Kennedy Racquet Center branding and naming
• Parks and Recreation Master Plan discussion
• Southwest Spreader Waterway Enhancement: temporary boat parking relief
• Charter Review Commission discussion

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner meeting scheduled for January 14, 2025, was canceled. The only listed hearing item was withdrawn at the request of City Management.

• VAR24-000006 - 3529 NW 41st Pl: Withdrawn at the request of City Management

Charter School Authority Governing Board – Regular Meeting

The Charter School Authority Governing Board will meet to discuss school bus procurement and teacher certification notifications. The board will also review an employee compensation study and schedule upcoming workshops.

• Purchase of two IC Conventional 77-Passenger School Buses for $297,518.00
• Teacher Out of Field Notifications for Oasis Elementary South, North, Middle, and High School
• Employee Classification and Compensation Study report by Evergreen Solutions, LLC
• Employee Classification & Compensation Workshop scheduled for January 27, 2025
• Oasis Sports Complex Joint Workshop scheduled for February 19, 2025

Youth Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral Youth Council will discuss updates on its junior and senior projects, including a book drive and the Blessings in a Backpack program. Members will also review the Love Locks project, upcoming award applications, and the Water Ways Science Festival. No formal decisions are listed; the agenda focuses on continued discussion and information sharing.

• Junior Project continued discussion (book drive materials)
• Senior Project continued discussion (school outreach updates)
• Blessings in a Backpack continued discussion
• Love Locks Project updates
• Youth Council Application and Awards discussions

Audit Committee

The Cape Coral Audit Committee meeting on Jan 8, 2025 will approve the November 13, 2024 minutes, elect a chair and vice chair, and discuss the proposed 2025 meeting schedule. The City Auditor will present an update report. The agenda also includes citizen input time and scheduling of future meetings.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion of 2025 Audit Committee meeting schedule
• City Auditor’s Office Update Report
• Approval of November 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Citizen input time

City Council – Regular Meeting

The Cape Coral City Council will adopt its consent agenda, which includes several financial resolutions. Key actions are awarding a $4,487,935.61 contract to AECOM for Phase II of the Upper Floridan water‑well design, increasing the fire department’s medical‑supplies contract to $200,000, and amending the Coral Oaks Golf Course irrigation replacement to $2,477,813. Additional items cover utility contract amendments, lift‑station land purchases, and a police mutual‑aid agreement.

• Award RFP #RUT23136JM to AECOM Technical Services for Upper Floridan Water Supply Well Phase II, not to exceed $4,487,935.61 (Utilities, Water & Sewer Fund)
• Increase Fire Department medical‑supplies contract with Cooperative Services of Florida to $200,000 (Fire Operations Fund)
• Amend agreement with Indigo Sports for Coral Oaks Golf Course irrigation replacement to $2,477,813 (Golf Course Fund)
• Approve purchase of 2369 NW 38th Place (Lift Station #911 site) for $53,300 total cost (Water and Sewer Fund)
• Renew Lee County Multi‑Jurisdictional Mutual Aid Agreement for law‑enforcement agencies (Police)

Transportation Advisory Commission – Regular Meeting

The Transportation Advisory Commission will discuss roadway improvements and project updates. The meeting includes presentations from the Florida Department of Transportation and the Lee County Metropolitan Planning Organization.

• SR-78 roadway improvements from Chiquita Boulevard to Santa Barbara Boulevard
• School zone speed camera installation project update
• Hurricane Ian and Milton traffic sign and signal update
• SR-78 (Pine Island Road) Project Development and Environmental update
• UEP North One update